【ENG SUB】《Remembrance of Things Past 我在他乡挺好的》EP11 Starring: Zhou Yutong | Ren Suxi
[Remembrance of Things Past] I think you’re no longer fit to handle this project We have another thing we like in common, right? Are we getting more compatible now? What problem do you have with me? Why do you keep putting me down? You keep boasting that you’re better than everyone else
When did you ever prove that? I just want to rely on myself and earn money to buy my own house! That’s the future. This is the present I want to be happy now too I haven’t seen you for years You’re still so pretty
When you were a kid I knew you’d have a promising future Working in Beijing must be exhausting Make sure you take care of yourself You’re almost 30, right? Seems like you still don’t have a boyfriend You know, it won’t be easy for girls to find a man when you get older
Isn’t my cousin sister married for three years? They still don’t have a baby? She should have a child soon now that she’s 30 Want me to recommend her a specialist in Beijing? It’s fine. They’re good. There’s no hurry Got it. Her husband is weak How much does your job in Beijing pay you?
The houses in Beijing are expensive Have you bought one? How big is it? Did my cousin brother get laid off last month? Has he found a new job? It’s hard to find one these days He’s not bumming around at home, is he? Want me to ask my classmates to help him ask around?
No need Right. He’s so competent He wouldn’t be interested in jobs with a low salary. Pretend I never asked I say it’s better for you to stay at home instead of working in Beijing I heard that you people have to work from dawn to dusk and often get scolded
I’m sure you got reprimanded a lot with that temper of yours How did you know? I should really control my temper It’s not easy for my team of 20-over kids working under me I shouldn’t scold them all the time I can’t scold my boss either. He’s sensitive What if he quits, right?
Ask me some more I want to chat with you all. Ask me some more [Episode 11: Sentiments On Returning Home] – Run faster! – I can’t go on anymore You can’t give up or you’ll have to retake the exam next year Exactly. What about being an all-round good student?
What about those dramas? Your idol? Keep running – For my idol! – Five! Four! Three! Two! One! You did it! – I knew you could do it – Did I pass? – Yes – You passed! Seriously – What would I do without you two? – Nonsense. You’ll always have us
You two. Make sure you live life earnestly from now on Do you hear me? Keep it up What does that mean? Hu Jing Jing, where are you going? Hu Jing Jing Hu Jing Jing! Hu Jing Jing! [Alarm] What’s up? Are you all going home for New Year’s Day?
Why are you looking so down in the morning? You gave me a fright What’s wrong? I’ve eaten my breakfast It’s nice It’s actually my breakfast Why didn’t you say so? Here. Have it Why are you having your breakfast so late? President Han wanted to see me
Getting summoned by your boss first thing in the morning must be bad news Not when you’re looking for me, of course See? I even get coffee Why did he want to see you? To discuss work. What about you? Why are you sighing away in the morning? Tell me about it
I quarreled with Xu Yan You quarreled with Xu Yan? Not exactly To be exact, the three of us including Nan Jia, quarreled No one’s saying a thing in the chat group Why are you laughing? I just think that… It can be solved if you girls just talk it out
But it’s really bothering me It’s the first time we haven’t spoken for so long since we’ve known each other Do you think I sound quite conceited sometimes? And quite selfish? Someone who thinks they’re always right Think they know everything. But they’re actually causing more damage to others
Whether it’s Miao Miao, Xu Yan or even Su Qing Of course That includes Jing Jing All those years, whenever I was happy or sad I would tell her everything I was even envious of her I thought “How does she live without any worries?”
Now that I think about it I was such an idiot It’s impossible for someone to live without having any worries It’s just that I dumped all my worries on her So she has no energy left to worry about hers Jian Yi Fan, stop patting me I’m about to throw up
Why are you here? I saw your Moments this morning I thought you’d have blocked me I wanted to, but I was afraid I couldn’t reverse it once I’ve calmed down Were you here reading all night? Don’t interrupt Listen, I want to tell you this Raising a child isn’t easy
– That’s what you’ve read all night? – Stop cutting in Raising a child isn’t the same as having a pet It’s also not something you can do just because you have money Firstly, being pregnant and giving birth is an extremely difficult process for women
With the current advanced technology there are treatments for many types of cancer But how come there’s no way to prevent the physical damages women face from child birth? Not to mention the changes in body shape, aging… You might even get postpartum depression Are you ready to handle all that?
Secondly, there’s more to this Human child evolves the slowest among all mammals Kittens start running around after a month But a human child only becomes an adult at 18 Eighteen years That involves a lot of responsibility Are you prepared to take on these responsibilities?
Even if you have what if he doesn’t end up the way you wished? What if he’s rebellious? What if you start to regret then? – Is it my turn to speak now? – I said, stop interrupting Ji Nan Jia
I’m telling you all these not because I think it’s wrong to want a child If you want a child, that’s not a problem But I want to know if you have thought this through Do you truly love kids or are you doing it for yourself?
At first, I came here to read up on raising a child I wanted to see if I’m capable of it What I want to say is, the reason I grew up to be the man I am now so vibrant, adorable, and positive it’s all because of the love I received from my parents
It has allowed me to do anything with confidence So, if you want to have a child I hope that we can give him the same kind of love We? Yes, we – Are you serious about this? – Yes, I am I admit it I’m not ready to be a father yet
But as long as you want a child I will give it my all But if you’re still uncertain about it listen to me The best gift to a child is loving parents So I hope you can forget about all those nonsense Let’s be in a proper relationship
And once we’re both ready to have this child that would be the best time to bring this child to this world – Hello? – Yan Yan – Are you up? – Yes – When is your shift today? – In the afternoon Why do you sound upset?
Go grab a bite and go shopping with Chen Chen Why must I go out with her? What’s the matter? You two are close enough to share clothes Did you two quarrel? Yan Yan, besides Shen Zi Chang you don’t have many friends in Beijing
Now that Jing Jing is gone you should get along with Chen Chen I got it, Mom. We’re good That means you quarreled with Shen Zi Chang? Mom Do you think… Have I been treating Shen Zi Chang badly? Why? Did he blame you? He wouldn’t dare It’s just that I’ve been feeling this
It seems like all these years, he’s the one following me around, doing whatever I like Do you think… Have I become too dependent on him? Forget it. You won’t understand I can’t talk anymore I’ve got to get out of bed. Love you Don’t drink the iced cola You’ll catch a cold
I made you ginger cola The weather is cold today Shen Zi Chang Wait I was wrong It’s my bad habit I tend to speak out of spite But you know I don’t mean it, right? Xu Yan, I think we should break up Why are you saying that?
You’re still mad at me, aren’t you? Tell me. What can I do to appease you? Xu Yan, I’m not saying this because I’m mad I’ve been thinking about this the past few days From the time we first met until we got together
From the time we got to college until you stayed in Beijing for me – I’ve never forgotten any of that – Alright You don’t have to say all that I’m aware of it As I’ve said, Shen Zi Chang it was my fault this time I apologize I shouldn’t have said all those things
You don’t want to buy a house. Fine, we won’t You want to have cola Sure, drink all you want If you want to hang out with your friends I won’t interfere anymore – I won’t – Xu Yan I know you want to live in a big house and earn lots of money
You want to buy bags and clothes and live the life that everyone yearns for But I don’t Perhaps I’m one of those people whom you call good-for-nothing I just want to work eight hours a day Have enough to get by even though I may not earn much
Have time to spend with my parents and my girlfriend Have time to play and hang out with my buddies I don’t want to work myself to the bone I just want to live a simple and happy life Is that wrong? No. But am I in the wrong then? Is it my fault?
Neither of us is wrong What’s wrong is we want different kind of lives Perhaps you didn’t think it was a problem back then. Neither did I Just like you said we’re passed the age where we can act recklessly The other day, my mom told me she’s willing to sell the house for us
And the two of them will rent a place to stay Shen Zi Chang you know I don’t mean that, right? That’s definitely not how I want things to turn out I know you don’t But I came to realize it at that moment
Since I can’t give you the life you want then perhaps I should let go Wait a minute Who said you could let go? Who are you to make that call? When you were courting me you said only I could suggest breaking up You can’t say that Xu Yan
– I have to go. Let go of it – Shen Zi Chang Let go, Xu Yan! I’m sorry Shen Zi Chang Shen Zi Chang, stop right there You can’t leave! If you walk out that door I’ll never talk to you again Shen Zi Chang, come back! [Remembrance of Things Past]
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It is our fault. I apologize. I’m… Sorry, sir Didn’t you want to take leave? Take the rest of the day off Submit your application later on Thank you, sir Yes, ma’am? Hello Hello, I’m from the courier company I can’t get to your floor – Could you come get it? – Where are you?
– Hi – Thank you Mom You don’t have to pick me up I’m not bringing any luggage Just cook something nice and wait for me at home Love you Got it! I’ve snapped them up, girls One box for each of you They’ll be sent to your office
These are kiwis from Shibadong Village in Hunan province We should buy more agricultural products to help the farmers But I’ll be going to Disneyland with Shen Zi Chang soon. Will they go bad? They won’t. The kiwis will only be delivered at the end of the year
– What? – That’s so many months away Exactly. That’s so many months away It can last until 2021 I guess so Jing Jing It’s going to be 2021 soon Nan Jia, there’s a package for you [The kiwis that Jing Jing ordered are here] Jing Jing bought these earlier during the summer
She said it would last us until 2021 I wonder if the two of them have received theirs Stop it. We’re at the office Don’t touch my head The company has no rule saying that I can’t touch my girlfriend You just had to play with words I said no touching means no touching
Then where am I allowed to? Let’s go there right now Enough already Do I look like a walnut to you? You’ve been rubbing my head until now I’m going to end up bald at this rate Quickly dig in You took leave. Where are you planning to go? Do you remember Mu Mu?
He invited me to Yunnan for a few days – Want to come along? – No, I’m going home I’m going back to visit Jing Jing’s parents And my parents too. The vegetables are cooked What I meant was, you’re such a good friend Do you know what’s my QQ email signature in high school?
What? “With utmost righteousness Xiao Qiao of Baishan” It sounds so unsophisticated What’s wrong with that? Why do people associate it with negative traits these days? I think it’s nice Really. Sometimes I think… Jing Jing should be more like that and behave more coarsely, then… Am I right? That’s enough
I feel like I’m always the one talking Why don’t you tell me something? Actually… My parents were the busiest when I went home every year during the holidays as a kid They’re too busy to spend time with me As work gets busier these days the times I go home become lesser
Don’t you miss home? I do, sometimes I remember my dad told me this when I was a kid Home is wherever you are What your dad said is right However… A lot of people look forward to those few days during the new year to rest after busily working all year long
They would travel all the way back to their hometown The young and old would gather It’s something they look forward to Why don’t you follow me back home? So soon? – What? – I’m pretty confident About what? No, I’m not What were you thinking? I just wanted to bring you home for dinner
– You mistook my words – I can have dinner too – No, forget it – No? Tell your parents you’ll be bringing me home with you during Spring Festival They don’t know I have a boyfriend Isn’t it a good idea to tell them when you get home this time?
No. They still think of me as their little princess – You’re my little princess too – Quickly eat Here you go Coming right up This is the feast you were referring to? The food here is amazing especially their beef noodles. Quickly try it – You’ve been here before? – No, first time here
Then how do you know it’s good? People say it is You trust words of random people? If people say something bad I’ll never believe them But if they give praises I’ll surely believe them You’ve clearly never been beaten down by life Aren’t I getting tortured by you now? I haven’t even started
Here you go – Beef noodles are ready – Okay, I’ll come get it The noodles look delicious Let’s dig in It’s really good. Quickly try it Why are you laughing? It must have been tough for you ever since we met What? Don’t get me wrong
I know. You’re going to say we’re not right for each other. Am I right? Save it I have to eat my noodles. Don’t interrupt me I’ll be honest with you I’m afraid of putting myself out there again I’ll be frank with you too You can rest assured
If you don’t trust me you can just be mean to me I can’t guarantee how we’ll end up in the future But I am certain of one thing today I really like you today I’ll definitely like you the same tomorrow So let’s just enjoy today and tomorrow for now. Okay?
– Why so serious? – I mean it – Okay? – Just eat your noodles – Can’t you answer me? – I will after I’m done eating – Just tell me now – I’m flipping this table Alright, alright. Let’s eat – Drink up – Cheers Let’s drink
– Why are you laughing again? – I’m happy. Is that a problem? Not at all Special offer for grapes, 10 yuan for 2 kg! Come buy some! Aren’t you going to visit Jing Jing’s parents? Go on. I can manage on my own I’ll go after we’re done buying stuff
Okay. Let’s have a look at the mushrooms How much are the mushrooms? These expensive ones cost 120 yuan – 120 yuan? – Yes – Mom, I’ll go buy some roasted snacks – Yes, go get some kuaci Why is it so expensive? It’s so pricey It’s clean, neat, and delicious
– They just came in today – Ma’am, how much are the kuaci? Sorry, Miss. How much is it for 500 g? How come you have a pretty face but bad eyesight? – Sorry, sir – It’s 25 yuan for 500 g What? That’s so expensive
These are big kuaci from the northeast They’re really tasty. Try it – I’ll take 500 g – 500 g? It’ll be gone before the sketches at the New Year’s Gala start – Everyone buys at least a few kilograms – Fine. I’ll buy 1 kg I wasted my breath on selling you 1 kg
– Yan Yan – Mom, I’m getting some kuaci – How much is it per 500 g? – 25 yuan What? Was it roasted in a golden skillet? I know it’s almost New Year but the price is ridiculous Were you ripping me off thinking I wasn’t a local?
– How could you? – Wait a second Young girl, you should have said so – 15 yuan for 500 g. Deal? – No, thanks He can’t be trusted Let’s buy from the store ahead The store ahead belongs to me too
– Hey, I’d like to buy some – The ones at the back as well It’s enough, Mom. There’s only three of us – Why did you cook so much? – Here it is Pickled cabbage with pork belly – A grand meal in the middle of the day? – Exactly
This is too lavish. Don’t blame me now Shouldn’t we have a drink to go with this? – Don’t urge her to drink – I’ll drink with you tonight I’m visiting Jing Jing’s parents in the afternoon. I shouldn’t be reeking of alcohol Then you really shouldn’t
Chen Chen, spend more time with Jing Jing’s mom later – We’ll wait at Huaqing Hot Springs. No hurry – Okay – Yes. Take your time – Stay I… – Let’s eat – Here You bought so many things Yes. Why did you buy so many stuff?
This is for Aunt I’m going to visit them this afternoon You just got off the plane and traveled so long in the car – You should get some rest – I’m not tired Have dinner without me. I’m going to meet Qiu Ying and Da Dong after that
Speaking of which, I’ve been fretting over it Both families always gathered at her grandmother’s place every year Now your grandmother isn’t around So is Jing Jing I don’t know if we… Why are you bringing this up when she just got home? – Go on, Jia Jia – Don’t be like this, Mom
I’ll visit them later and book a table at a nice restaurant tomorrow Both families can meet over a meal – Have some mandarins – It’s alright It’s really sweet. I’ll peel one for you – Thank you, Aunt – See if it’s sweet – Jia Jia. Have some kuaci – I’ll have them later
These kuaci are delicious Right. I’m thawing frozen pears in the kitchen. I’ll bring them out These frozen pears are delicious You can’t get them in Beijing Thank you, Uncle Thank you for remembering us and coming here to see us You even brought so many gifts
Don’t joke with me, Uncle. This isn’t a gift Who gives pillboxes as new year gifts? I bought this for you two a while ago Aunt, you have high blood pressure, right? This pillbox has compartments for seven days It’s been labeled. So you just have to put your daily medication accordingly
That way you won’t miss it This is a fascia gun You use it to relax your muscles You can use it to give each other a massage when you’re tired And this too It’s a humidifier I think the air in the house is too dry Leave it on overnight. It won’t dry up
Aunt – This is for you – Oh my – Try it on – Li Fang, you’ll look good in it. Try it on – Isn’t this mink fur? – Try it on This is too expensive Jia Jia, this gift is too expensive
Thank you so much but I have to pay you back for it Don’t be silly, Uncle. I bought one for my mom too. Does she have to pay me back? I got you a down jacket too You’ve been wearing the old one for years
– I’ve got a gift too? – Hurry up, you two. Try it on Thank you, Jia Jia Try it on Quickly try it on Let Jia Jia have a look. I’ll try it on too Fifth floor Isn’t it the fifth floor? There isn’t a fifth floor. Where is it?
I came to the wrong place Reply me. Where is the place? Sir, this is the department store, right? Yes. Isn’t it written right there? Is there another department store? – Where are you going? Have a look – This place. I’ll show you
Isn’t that the new plaza? That place is popular among young people They have all sorts of fashion there Go have a look at this plaza – The new plaza? – That’s right She’s here – What took you so long? – Quick Please have a seat
It was hard to find with so many department stores – You got lost – You got to the wrong place – We waited so long for you – I couldn’t find it We’re starving. As usual the one who’s late has to down three glasses – Drink up, everyone – Cheers
– Welcome back, Nan Jia – Down it – I can’t hold my liquor anymore – Cool – You’re still the same – Take it easy – Listen to me – I’m drunk Drop the act. I have good news to announce After New Year I’m thinking of holding another wedding
All of you must come. Every single one of you Did I remember it wrongly? Aren’t you already married? You should ask him how many times has he gotten married – Let him say it himself – Say it It’s my third time now
If I end up divorcing again this time I’ll return all your wedding gift money I’m begging you, Da Dong Just live a good life after receiving our money. Okay? – I’m begging you – Listen, guys! That’s what you call a good classmate
– Come on! Let’s drink to Qiu Ying’s words – Of course Let’s drink to a happy married life for me and Nan Jia’s return. Cheers! Where should we bring Nan Jia after this? Spa or karaoke? – Anywhere will do – Tell us To the spa, of course What’s there to sing here?
Spa, it is. I’m sure you can’t find that kind of spa in Beijing Beijing has it too I just don’t have time to go – Which spa should we go to? – Li Jing Palace – Come on! Give a better suggestion – What’s wrong with that place? We should go to Buckingham Palace
That’s even more outdated Huaqing Hot Springs – It’s near – That’s it The one that’s newly opened – Quickly search for it – I’m on it – Let’s see – Why are you looking at me? I heard of it – It looks new – I haven’t got a good scrub for days
– I didn’t know about this place – You can’t find this in Beijing – Wait a minute – It’s changed so much Stop looking – Alright – Eat this garlic Nan Jia Be honest Do you still feel awkward coming back here? Are you going to chase me back to Beijing?
That’s how we are here In Beijing you clock out at seven or eight, then have dinner at nine or ten if you’re lucky For us, we would have been drinking a few rounds by nine When I’m back in Beijing, I see some of you drunk in the evening when I check Moments
It felt as if we were living in different time zones It’s alright, Nan Jia When you get tired, just come back often Da Dong and the rest of us are just a phone call away Since I’ve decided to go there I have to earn money even if I’m exhausted
But honestly, you won’t be able to stand it living like this every day That’s for sure But I get to come back once in a while to forget about Beijing That’s still pretty nice. Drink up Stop dreaming. Hurry up. Let’s eat and drink Come on. Drink up! [Remembrance of Things Past]
– Did you blow your hair dry? – Yes, it’s dry You mustn’t leave your hair wet Mom, they even have buffet? They have lots of good food They’re serving prawns. I’ll go get some Since when did Huaqing Hot Springs become so luxurious? Mom, I’m almost home Aunt Shao fell down?
Where did she fall down? Did she get hurt? Okay. Go check up on her Don’t worry about me I can settle my own dinner You should be careful too. Don’t fall down Okay They only charge 35 yuan per person – for the buffet here – Have another one
And they made the place so posh-looking How are they making profit? The price here is considered expensive Your mom said we seldom dine out So we must go somewhere nice It’s because my daughter is back Eat more, my girl This place isn’t too bad, right? Things are still great back in this hometown
It’s our 28th wedding anniversary in two days What do you think that means? It means, you two can’t get along anymore? Look at this brat saying nonsense The secret to us keeping our marriage fresh is one word – Tolerance – Oh, shut up You’ll get it from Mom
– You’re in danger, Dad – Don’t listen to his nonsense Let me tell you what that means – What? – It means, you’re 27 now You should find yourself a boyfriend How do you know if she has a boyfriend or not? Maybe she does, but she didn’t tell you
You’re so funny. Do you think she would tell you instead of me? Let’s stop arguing She’s your daughter, but not mine? Why can’t she tell me? I’ve never heard of daughters being close with their dad instead of their mom Besides, what’s the use of telling you? How can you tell if he’s good?
All you can do is test if he’s good at holding his liquor Of course That obviously has to be the first test Perhaps my future son-in-law can’t drink as much as my daughter She took after me I’m Big Bottle, she is Little Bottle Don’t be ridiculous
Why don’t you two carry on the debate? I’ll come back when you’re settled You still haven’t told us Have you found yourself a boyfriend? Make a guess – This brat… – I’m going to the sauna She’s killing me here – You just had to joke around – My fault again?
[What are you girls up to?] [Want to chit chat?] Close the door [Mrs. Lin] Mom? I came to Huaqing Hot Springs after dinner with my classmates What do you mean? Did Aunt… Calm down. Stop yelling Did Aunt tell Uncle where she was going? When did she leave the house? Okay, I got it
I’ll talk to you later. I’ll go get changed What happened? My aunt is missing Mom, your hair is still wet Maybe you two should stay a little longer You’re going to get a headache How can we stay? Jing Jing’s mom is missing
– I’ll come with you to look for her – Don’t cause them more trouble – I’ll take you home – Hold on Uncle, Aunt. Your bills have been settled – I feel bad – Don’t worry about it The weather is really cold We’ll look for her. You should go home
Chen Chen, I’ve called your uncle just now He knows a lot of people at the police station. He’ll come get you – Don’t worry – Let me know when you’re home – It’s fine – Alright – Let’s go – Where is Nan Jia? – Over there – Why? She’s there
– All of you drank, right? – Yes – Qiu Ying, tell your husband to come now – He’ll be here soon Great. Nan Jia will go in your car I know. We’re heading out to look for her now My wife will be here soon and we’re taking…
– Xu Yan – What about you? – My uncle is coming – You’ve all seen her picture, right? – Yes – Okay, let’s go Chen Chen, don’t panic. Think carefully Where would she most likely go? There’s a riverside ahead I’ll go look around over there Could she have gone to the cemetery?
Maybe she wanted to talk to her daughter No. Nan Jia called the cemetery caretaker before you arrived Their doors are locked She couldn’t have gotten in Could she have gone to our school to visit places Jing Jing used to hang out? I thought of a place. Go straight – Straight ahead? – Yes
– I hope she isn’t freezing in this weather – She won’t I’m sure she knows how to keep herself warm Sir, I just need ten minutes. It’s urgent! Thank you Quick Once we’re done running we’ll go grab a bite! Hurry up! Stop right there Qiao Xi Chen There’s more. Open your mouth
Good. That’s right! Pick up the pace Aunt Aunt! Three! Two! One! Go! – That’s why I prefer glutinous ones – I’ll get you those next time Thank you. Cheers! Honey, I think it’s the road ahead – Step on it, honey – Don’t… Nan Jia is crying Don’t cry. Calm down. Don’t worry
Did you just get off from work? – Then you came here to play with me? – My outfit It looks weird and completely out of place, doesn’t it? It’s comfortable like this You’re pretty good at this Look. I can even turn around I can even do a split I can even turn around
– Aunt – Jia Jia, what are you doing here? My mom and I have been looking everywhere for you Why didn’t you pick up your phone? I wasn’t ignoring your calls I didn’t know you called I think I didn’t bring my phone I’ve found her. I’ll send our location
They found her. Turn right ahead I’m glad they found her How did this happen? Actually, I know that Aunt has been kind of depressed, so I went to see her today She seemed fine so I thought she got better No one can accept something like that
Think about it. Children will certainly be devastated losing their parents But it’s something they have expected Their parents will leave them one day But no parent will expect losing their child There’s a Chinese saying “To see one’s child die before oneself” Uncle, how have you been lately?
At this age, having illness is common The doctor said it’s a lifestyle disease It’s chronic. There’s no use worrying Taking medications on time and living healthily is treatment itself I’ve always been quick-tempered I’ve caused you lots of trouble in Beijing last time I hope you won’t be mad at me
How can I be mad at you? As long as you and Aunt are well that’s all that matters I’m alright. Don’t worry I’m fine What are you two doing here? Gosh I’m fine. I was just forgetful I left my phone at home. I’m fine I know Jing Jing had depression. I know that
I’ve also looked it up on the internet Many people are suffering from it nowadays Even their closest friend or their parents won’t be able to tell That is why… It’s none of your fault Don’t be hard on yourself Jing Jing doesn’t like seeing all of you cry. Okay?
All of you are my children This is what I think It doesn’t matter if you’re in Beijing or back at the hometown Or anywhere in the world As long as you are all happy and healthy then I’m happy. Okay? That’s enough Don’t cry Don’t cry, okay? Hush now
I’ll always be with you all Those who are gone, are gone Those who are alive still have to carry on living We’ve sent your aunt home What about the three of you? You all were even crying together earlier Why are you keeping quiet now?
I guess you just need a drink How about this? Since you’re Nan Jia’s younger sisters, that means you’re like my younger sisters Come to our place My wife will make you supper Let’s get some drinks I’m sure you’ll be able to talk it out Come on. Let’s go to my house
Come and take a look at our posh little place that my wife decorated It’s huge. A floor-through apartment with an open balcony I don’t think it’s nice for us to visit Just drop us off somewhere ahead We’re almost at our house Listen to me. Come to my place
Plus, a house like ours would cost at least 10 million in Beijing But in Baishan, you can get a 200 m² house for less than one million That means it’s only 5,000 yuan per m² – So the down payment for 100 m²… – Less than 100,000 yuan
– That’s even considered steep – Less than 100,000 yuan? Drop us off at Huaqing Hot Springs Come on. You must have a sincere talk – You talk too much – Fine Okay then. I’ll listen to my wife Huaqing Hot Springs, it is
– What was that for, Nan Jia? – I thought you’ve turned against me Why didn’t you tell me you were coming back for New Year? You didn’t tell us either Are you two ganging up on me now? Thanks for helping me find my aunt earlier She’s right. We should look ahead
– Drink up – Cheers Okay. I’ll say it first I’m sorry. I was wrong that day I know you two said it for my own good I think what you said that day wasn’t wrong either I’m somewhat responsible for what happened to Jing Jing
In that case, I’m mostly to blame I’m her cousin sister If Jing Jing were to be here now I’m sure she wouldn’t like hearing these So from now on, whoever says things like that, I’m going to… – Stop gawking – Cheers I’m still hanging out with two young girls at my age
Stop laughing! Your hand Be honest with me. What’s going on with you and Shen Zi Chang? You’ve broken up for real? We kept quarreling, but this time he’s adamant about breaking up I realized something from this We used to say that… Jing Jing never opened up to us But with friends…
No matter how close you are, you still don’t wish to let others see the pathetic side of you What are friends, Xu Yan? Friends are people who protect you when you’re going through your dark days Those are real friends Some people don’t like troubling others as they don’t want others to trouble them
But real friends. I mean, your real friends They won’t care if you trouble them or vice versa Well said Listen up, you two If there’s anything I can trouble you with in the future, I’ll never handle it myself What are you going to do? I’ll knock on your door
– What if I refuse to let you in? – I’ll camp at your doorstep You’ll come outside eventually Then let’s do this from here on Whether we’re happy or sad… Whatever that is bothering us we must tell each other Don’t keep it to yourselves
– Make sure you keep your word – Pinky promise My noble fingers This is so childish – Cheers! – Cheers Who’s playing music? Why is there music? – Who is it? – It’s midnight. I have to change the water Go outside and take a break You can come back in when I’m done
You! – Who is that guy? – No idea – You’re the guy who ripped me off – Why did you… – Why did you rip her off? – Yes. Why? Why are the three of you accusing me with that pretty face? Don’t compliment us or we can’t argue back
How come you’re a street seller by day and a hot spring cleaner by night? – Yes. How come? – How come? This place is mine – You opened this place? – Can’t you tell from how I look? What’s so funny? Give us free kuaci – But… – Yes. Kuaci
Why did you rip me off when you’re rich? Why do you keep saying that I ripped you off? If you call me “Brother”, I’ll give each of you 1 kg of roasted seeds after this – Give me 1 kg, Brother! – Brother…
I’ll give you 2.5 kg each if you get out I have work to do – We will – Let’s not take things too far After all, he has lost 7.5 kg Did I do the math right? I have a suggestion for you. The water is too hot that my legs have turned red
– Give it a good scrub – Keep up the good work Make sure you scrub it clean Gosh, those drunk ladies There’s even a place like that in this region I couldn’t believe it when I came here today Bathhouses are the pillars of the industry here in the northeast
I think we should just open a bathhouse together – We’d definitely make more money – It’s not that easy You must know the people, place, and the industry well to do business None of us know anything We do. Isn’t this our hometown? I seriously don’t. No kidding
When we were still in school, I remember we used to meet up at that department store I almost couldn’t find it today Everyone seemed to have other places to go Only old people were hanging around that department store That’s just you Coming back home this time round I think it’s pretty nice here
I can get anything I want here Even shopping malls and cafes Whatever the big city has we have it here too Plus, didn’t you hear what Da Dong said? Down payment for a house is only about 100,000 yuan
If Shen Zi Chang and I buy a house here so many problems would’ve been solved Tell me about it. I felt sentimental coming home this time Back then when I was a student I always thought “I must travel as far away from home as possible. All the way to space”
But after coming home this time I felt that… It’s pretty nice back home There’s everything I want Me too Then… Why can’t we come home? I’ve changed the water You can get back in there if you want – You’re working so hard, sir – Seriously, you three
You drank from the year 2020 to 2021 – It’s the new year already? – It’s 2021! Let’s make a toast, girls I’ve thought of what to say May all the unhappy things in 2020 be gone – Be gone – Cheers! – Happy new year – Happy new year! How much have they drank?
Those local girls can’t live without alcohol You two are ridiculous Hey! What are you doing? Come here Right here. See? I’ve linked my account for you Just tap here if you want to buy anything next time Don’t make payment though I’ll pay for it myself
I snapped up two red packets this morning but I can’t find the money – Money-grubber – I’ll show you Tap here. See the money? Here, where you pay Tap this and you can see the amount – Got it? – Okay Download the application where I just have to scan and it will translate
Pretending to keep up with trend – You need a translation app? – That’s right – I have to keep learning, right? – By the way, Chen Chen The robotic vacuum cleaner you got for us isn’t working anymore Your dad couldn’t fix it Don’t worry. I’ll fix it for you
Stop buying these high-tech gadgets The two of us can’t operate it You’ll just be wasting money Don’t be silly Just give me a video call anytime I’ll teach you step by step I guarantee you’ll know how to use it It’s not that we’re worried we don’t know how to use it
We just don’t want you to spend money on us You need to spend a lot living alone in Beijing – That’s right – Keep those hard-earned money for yourself – That’s right – Listen. I have more than enough to spend If you say that then I have to talk to you seriously
About what? You’ll be turning 27 soon If you’ve found a boyfriend in Beijing then I… I have to stop you right here What are you talking about? Let’s set this boyfriend matter aside first So what if I’m 27? There are many girls my age in Beijing who aren’t married
My silly girl. Do you think your mom and I are so eager to marry you off? I’m still reluctant to let my precious girl be someone else’s daughter-in-law What I want to tell you is you’re not young anymore at 27
But your dad and I aren’t forcing you to get married quickly just for the sake of it You’re a big girl now You have your own thinking Your dad and I trust your judgment We didn’t raise you just so that you could look after us when we’re old
Earlier you said the money you’ve earned is for us. It shouldn’t be Furthermore, we’re both not retired yet Even if we are our retirement salary would be enough – Yes – We didn’t support your education expecting you to be very successful Are you saying we shouldn’t have let our daughter go to school?
– That’s against the law – Alright. My goodness That’s not what I’m saying What I’m trying to say is it’s difficult living in Beijing There’s nothing much we can do to help you We don’t expect you to make it big in Beijing
Nor do we need you to have a big house in Beijing just for us And work yourself to the bone to earn money We don’t need all that We just want you to be happy As long as you’re happy in life your dad and I will be happy
If you’re happy working in Beijing now then work hard for your career If you’re not happy in Beijing in the future and want to come home the two of us would be over the moon But of course. If you want to go somewhere else, we’ll also support you
Remember this. You must live for yourself Don’t worry about us We have lives of our own Yes, my daughter. Your mom is right As long as you’re happy you can do whatever you want You two are the best You’re my only daughter Who else is going to dote on you if I don’t?
That’s enough How did we end up buying so much? – Is there something you don’t like? – I’m old. Fashion doesn’t matter anymore You’re not that old Everyone in Beijing dresses fashionably Besides, don’t you have a wedding to attend next week? Wear what I got you Yes, you’re right. You’re so thoughtful
Here you go, Mom. Let’s rest for a while then we’ll go buy shoes Didn’t I get you those shoes two years ago? I’ll get you new ones These shoes get comfier the more I wear them New shoes hurt my feet I don’t like wearing new shoes
Stop buying things for me You should save up for yourself When do you and Shen Zi Chang plan to get married? You said you two were saving up to buy a house. How is it going now? What does that mean? Are his parents still against it?
How about I go to Beijing with you to meet them? You two have been together for so long but I haven’t properly met his parents Why would you go to them? They should be coming to you It doesn’t matter who goes to whom – I don’t mind – I do You brat…
– Be honest with me. Did you two fight again? – No – Then why… – Please, Mom! Just stay out of it Most importantly, register your marriage first. The rest can be discussed later Listen to me Mom. Happy new year! I love you! Love you You always interrupt me Ready? Let’s go
The hometown we were once familiar with has become a strange place to us Even though our family that we miss are here and also friends we have known for years and also the flavors that we miss the most Those streets that are no longer familiar to us
Those conversations that we aren’t able to join in Those drastic changes They are constantly reminding us that this is no longer the hometown we remembered Can we still return to this hometown?