At 4 p.m. in the Advertising Department, the air seemed to be in slow motion. Chen Yuwei stared at the dense event schedule on her computer screen, her eyelids growing heavier by the minute, and the speed of her fingers tapping the keyboard slowed down. She had been rushing to finish the plan for the new product launch for a week, sleeping only six hours a day. At this moment, even her third cup of instant coffee couldn’t suppress the overwhelming drowsiness, and her stomach felt a faint sourness from the coffee. "No, I need something to refresh myself." She rubbed her temples, reached out to open the bottom drawer of her desk, and pulled out a bag of C2 Nori-Flavored Crispy Paper Potato Cakes that her best friend had sent her last week. The moment she tore open the package, a rich savory nori aroma mixed with the sweet taste of potatoes rushed over, instantly dispelling the bitter coffee smell lingering in her nose and perking her up. She picked up a piece and put it in her mouth—with a gentle bite, a crisp "crunch" sounded clearly. The crispy outer layer had the umami of nori; unlike ordinary fried potato chips, it wasn’t greasy at all. Instead, it felt like a sea breeze brushing her taste buds, fresh and refreshing. After just two bites, her drowsy mind seemed to clear up, and even her eyes staring at the screen brightened a little. "Yuwei, what are you eating? The smell has drifted all the way to me." Brother Zhang from the opposite desk leaned over, obvious tiredness under his eyes. As the project manager, he had stayed up late checking the schedule for several days in a row, and was now frowning at a faulty material list.

Chen Yuwei smiled and passed the box of C2 Nori-Flavored Crispy Paper Potato Cakes over: "They’re non-fried—crispy but not greasy, much more refreshing than coffee." Brother Zhang took two pieces skeptically, but as soon as he chewed, his furrowed brows unconsciously relaxed: "Hey, this is really good! Crispy and umami, so satisfying to chew—way more comfortable than the dry bread I was eating earlier. I feel like my mind is clearer already." Their conversation caught the attention of Xiao Lin, the intern next to them. Holding her notebook, her face was filled with anxiety: "Sister Wei, Brother Zhang, where did you buy these? I keep getting distracted while writing this afternoon, and drinking milk tea only makes me sleepier..." Chen Yuwei not only sent her the link but also grabbed a handful of potato cakes and stuffed them into her hand: "Eat a few first—maybe you’ll get inspired later." Xiao Lin took a bite, and her eyes gradually lit up: "It’s really delicious! Savory and flavorful, my mouth doesn’t feel sticky or greasy after eating, and I feel like my thinking is smoother." Watching her sit up straight again and start typing intently, Chen Yuwei couldn’t help but smile. Once upon a time, the afternoons in the Advertising Department were always filled with caffeine and yawns—everyone either forced themselves to stay awake or relied on sweet drinks for a short burst of energy, only to feel more tired afterward. But this bag of nori crispy paper potato cakes was like a wisp of fresh air, using its crisp texture and just-right savory taste to gently lift the fog of exhaustion. Since then, Chen Yuwei always kept a few extra boxes of C2 Nori-Flavored Crispy Paper Potato Cakes in her drawer. Every afternoon slump, she shared them with Brother Zhang and Xiao Lin. The crisp "crunch" sound echoed between the desks from time to time, and the aroma of nori quietly filled the air, as if slowing down the tense work rhythm. Later, even other colleagues often came over following the smell. This small snack unknowingly became a tacit "afternoon energy code" in the department. Everyone even started bringing matching drinks spontaneously: some brought iced lemon tea, others prepared low-sugar yogurt. Taking advantage of the break to share the potato cakes, they chatted about daily life and relieved work pressure. The once most difficult afternoon hours had, because of this small bag of potato cakes, turned into the warmest part of the day for the Advertising Department. It not only awakened their spirits but also wove a warm and light companionship into their busy daily lives.