The dream...
...always ends there
BOX
You still don't trust me, do you?
The box is too small... I can't breathe
I finished it
Thank you very much
I'll go to the office and read it over
Your handwriting is almost as neat as typing
I don't mean it should be typed, either
I have to write by hand
I can't type...
You're left-handed, aren't you?
I've read so many manuscripts
I can tell
I'll be in touch then...
One thing...
I mean...
Your novels are doing very well
Here, a small token
Sis'?
Sister, dear?
It's you, isn't it?
It's me
Kyoko...
Say something
Sister!
It's hot... I'm burning...
It wasn't what you think!
It really wasn't!
It wasn't!
Shoko...
...you did well today
A little reward
Keep up the good work
Kyoko, keep trying!
You'll be rewarded too
Sensei
I was looking...
...looking for someone
Someone?
Who is it?
Can't I be him?
At least...
...I'm here for you
You do look like him
Bear it for one night
I want to be you...
...to sleep like you
...to have nice dreams
What's going on?
Shoko, don't worry
Shoko...
Sister...
I'm sorry
I didn't do it out of hatred
It wasn't the necklace, either
I loved you so much, sis'
I looked for you everywhere
It's true
I loved you more than anyone in the world
More than anyone
Help me...
So beautiful
I can't decide...
which one of you is more beautiful...
...Shoko back then or you right now?
Oh, Kyoko...
Why did you do it?
Don't...
You thought I only loved your sister?
Poor thing...
The heat was unbearable...
Don't!
She couldn't get out...
- She's trapped... - Don't!
In that tiny box!
Look
Look!
If you hadn't done it, she'd be here now!
I'm sorry... I'm sorry
I'm so sorry...
I saved one for you too
Can't have one without the other
Shoko and Kyoko...
Together, a perfect pair
You're one and the same to me
The dream...
...always ends just there
Good morning
In reality...
...we've been together since birth
I had a weird dream
Me too
But then...
our dreams...
...differ slightly
Mrs. Li? You're so beautiful
They say your dumplings are the most expensive
Of course! Please come in
You've come in the right time!
The water is just boiling, waiting for you
Actually, I know who you are
I watched you on TV very often when I first came to Hong Kong
You were the best!
I quit acting a long time ago
Please, have a seat
Mrs. Li, guess how old I am
I suppose...
...you're in your thirties at most
I'm much older than that; everyone calls me Aunt Mei
But you don't have any wrinkles
And I have fair skin, too
I'm my own best advertisement
Your skin is great; I'm impressed
My dumplings are worth it
You get what you pay for
Mrs. Li...
Want me to put in more cabbage?
It's up to you
The Northerners always say...
"Good feeling comes from a nap, good taste comes from a dumpling"
Dumplings have existed in China for more than 1400 years
But the Southerners still say...
...they're just dough stuffed with meat, nothing special!
I use high-gluten flour...
...for texture and chewiness
I knead it fine...
...until it is like a peeled egg
Smooth, translucent, and soft
There's a secret to keep the filling from leaking out
So that the juicy flavor explodes in the mouth
Eat while it's warm
I eat these often
Sometimes in soup...
...sometimes minced and steamed with citrus peel
Just think of the results, not what it was
For women to rejuvenate...
...you must start from the inside for the best result
Only my secret formula can do this
Let me sing for you
Well, it's kind of a custom of mine
I often sing songs from my youth after my customers eat
Take it as an entertainment; listen:
"The water of Hung Lake is rough"
"My home is on the shore"
"At dawn, boats go out with nets"
"At dusk, they return loaded with fish"
"Wild ducks and lotus roots are here"
"Autumns are bountiful with rice"
"They say heaven is beautiful"
"How can it compare with Hung Lake"
You were already on a trip last week
You promised to stay for our 15th anniversary
I'm just going for a few days
I'll try to come back early
It's boring here in the hotel
We'll move into our new home as soon as the renovation is over
See if there's anything else we need in the new house
So many "zeroes"?
You used to laugh a lot
Now even a big fat check can't make you happy
You're not taking me along
Why should I be happy?
I'll be gone for only 4, 5 days
And if more?
I'll write you another check as a fine
Fines are for mistakes
Whatever
About that contract, if you don't send over soon...
...I'm going to change my mind
Shenzhen, China
I went through so much to get these
- They're stepping up the surveillance - Because some paparazzi have come
Hong Kong media is so nosy
Just don't show up in the next two weeks
Even the locals can't get a hold of the stock now
We'll see
- Thanks -This is for you
China-Hong Kong Border
This way, miss
- Put it through - Over there?
- The lunchbox - Okay
Mrs. Li
Ever consider having children?
We just can't; don't know if it's his problem or mine...
Don't worry, you'll soon regain your youth...
...so as the heart of your man
Do you have more potent stuff for faster results?
The best are those in the 5th or 6th month
Have to remove it only by breaking the water sac, then sliding it out
It's covered by a layer of creamy fat
The colors are defined; you can even see the cranium
Its tiny limbs would still be moving around
It's only this small in the 1st trimester
But the meat would be too tough by the third trimester
The 5th month ones are perfect, kitten-like
So cute and so nutritious
Let me show you
I'm serving it pan-fried this time
We can always try some other styles next time
What's this crunchiness about?
It's okay, they have hands and feet already, you know
And ears, too!
Those were bones?
Nah... their bones are hardly hard
I'll just chop finer next time
Simmer in broth next time; taste less greasy
Broth is good; it keeps all the juices
Are you done?
This can't go on
Pardon?
My skin is still flabby
No! It's much better!
I need your most potent stuff
Trust me, I'll find it
It's time for me to sing
Suit yourself, but I must go
Bye, Mrs. Li
This way!
Don't worry, I'll find it for you
Call me when you do
Trust me
Aunt Mei?
You are...
I'm a friend of Mrs. Kam
Oh, hello dear, c'mon in!
From now on, you don't have to work anymore
And live off you?
I can afford that, given you're so slim and eat so little
- Not true; I love to eat - And you love to laugh, too
Relax
You're almost there; it's been 18 hours already
Relax
You must try to relax, dear
Will she be all right?
Of course
Try to relax
Your cervix has not fully dilated yet
Poor girl, you're not even fully grown
We women must protect ourselves
Don't let others bully you again
The water broke!
It's okay
Don't be nervous
I swear it will be over in 10 seconds
Breathe deeply!
Work with me, okay? Relax
Hold on...
Relax...
Cry if you want to
It's fully dilated!
Stay calm! And on my count...
One, two, three!
Where are my tongs?
Relax!
Try to relax
Beautiful
Don't be sad, my dear
There's no more life in this baby
Want some snacks?
I'll do steamed dumplings this time
Need some wine, too
It was a boy
A boy?
See that little thing?
So beautiful and rare
Boys don't get aborted in China
I didn't use any oxytocin, just a catheter
Drugs make it inedible
It will damage your nervous system
It's a first-born, the most nutritious
Nothing in this world can beat this nutrition
The mother's a schoolgirl
Young and healthy
Then get working!
What's the style today?
This will make you feel like new
Hello?
My husband broke his leg
Now you need me
Normally you wouldn't care where I go
You smell nice...
...look nice
You haven't touched me in ages
Thirsty? I'll get water
It's so hot in the street
And we must go to Mongkok next
Darn! I forgot about that
Two more trunks to move
- Woe is me -Big trunks, too
What's wrong?
- What is this? - What is it?
- It's blood -My goodness!
Here's a tissue
Whose blood is this?!
Kate? Are you all right?
Kate... What's going on?!
Answer me, Kate! Answer me!
Kate? Are you all right? What's going on?!
Something is going on here
- She must have taken something - Definitely
Mrs. Li
You look fabulous! Absolutely radiant!
- Talking behind my back? -No!
Just praising your look
I'll catch up later
You're so late...
Perhaps she finds herself a guru
Or better, "voodoo"
That's scary!
Mrs. Li, stop busying yourself, join us
- Bon appetite -Thanks
The food smells kind of fishy
Yes
Is it the beef?
The beef?
It's the fish, I think
Really?
I don't think so
There is a strange smell here
Something wrong with the food?
God, the smell is horrible
I've forgot to check something! Excuse me
Why is she so tense?