~ Exchange a seed for a dream ~
~ The rules are so simple ~
~ Choose bliss instead of suffering ~
~ Flower fragrance seeps into the soul, dissolving pain ~
~ That way needs your courage ~
~ If you're willing to pay hardship ~
~ you may escape numbness for fulfilment ~
~ The richness of lies ~
~ can't match the warmth of two hands ~
~ Aloneness is freedom, but without you ~
~ it's merely waiting ~
To play with me, you must win.
I await your performance.
Didn't the hospital remove all dangerous objects?
Since then, I've never cried.
Are you mad?!
Right, I'm mad.
Long time passing ~ where have all the young girls gone?
- I'll pay now. - OK.
- Is this the latest issue? - Yes.
You're the music world's best,
my trusted companions.
This is a fantastic group.
But I've had a revelation.
My aim for perfection has limits.
Limits stunt our creativity.
So I want to try something new.
Concert Master.
Want us to blow brass?
We can do a Brass Quintet.
I discovered a great sound to amaze the world.
I decided to add this sound to my music.
- Die Fei. - Huh?
Do you need something?
I want you to sing to everyone.
Sing. Like you did yesterday.
Sing.
Lan Die Fei!
Lan Die Fei! Stop there!
Lan Die Fei!
Lan Fei Fei!
You, stop!
It's between her and me.
You two have misunderstandings,
but why embarrass her!
I did? You're the one ignoring her feelings for you!
Lan Die Fei!
Die Fei!
What do you want?!
Are you a kid?!
Explain. Didn't I hear you sing perfectly last night?
Why won't you sing today? Lan Die Fei!
You won't talk? It's alright.
I'll stay here.
Do you know a new singer needs at least 15 years!
But a talented person only needs 2 years!
You have talent. A gift, a privilege!
Don't waste your gift! Lan Die Fie!
Maybe you want a normal life.
Fine. I shouldn't interfere.
But will you only be a fan?
Won't you get closer to music?
Die Fei! I won't let you waste your talent.
Lan Die Fei!
Sorry, Concertmaster.
You were so angry, I couldn't come out.
You say I can really sing?
Why else did I make a spectacle of myself?
But Hai Jie can't know.
So you'll sing?
I don't know how. I just sing casually.
Lan Die Fei, I'm He Ting Yu.
I guarantee you'll be a matured singer, okay?
Really?
- Sleep early. - Mm, you too.
Bye bye.
Call me later.
- You're home? - Yep.
You came back early.
I wanted longer in Shanghai
but Director had to come back.
What are you reading? When did you start liking...?
You read it later. Why'd you snatch it?
- Didn't you realize? - What?
- This is me. - Huh? What?
This is you?
[Orchestra Director Tang Jin Cang- Young Girl-Immoral Affair]
How'd this happen?
I said to break up with him.
Dad will explode.
We can't let him find out.
Why are you the third wheel?
You think I want to?
It just happened.
Dad's morals are high.
He didn't even look for a girlfriend.
He dotes on you.
If neighbours find out your ruined a marriage,
can he hold his head up?
Why say that? Do I like being on a magazine cover?
What to do?
What are you fighting about?
We're not fighting.
We're discussing a drama.
Okay.
I'll help you; but I'm against this affair.
We're going shopping.
It's dinner time. Be back soon.
Come again.
Sis, I cleaned out three places.
There are so many stores; I went to three.
The media didn't name you; that photo's too fuzzy.
- So dad won't realize? - Please. We're family.
If I can tell, how can't he?
What do we do with these?
Give it to him... Uncle!
- You have these. - Thanks.
- I'll put them here. - Okay.
- I still think news will leak. - Relax.
Now Dad can't buy one. Let's go.
You're back? Sorry.
I put your magazine under the pot.
Come on. Eat.
Eat dinner.
- Dad, no shallots. - Okay, I'll add some.
Oh, I just remembered...
- What's up? - Nothing. I'll get you soup.
- How'd you get so nice? - Dad, this bowl's dirty.
- Yes. - Okay.
Wipe it with a tissue.
Dad. I want pepper.
- I knew you'd want pepper. - Thanks.
Can we eat now?
- Dad! - What is it now?
What's that smell?
Ooh! The fish I was pan frying!
Quickly, quickly.
It's coming.
I was so busy serving you, my fish burned.
No. It smells nice.
Dad, your fish is the best.
Yeah. Crisp skin is good.
Are you doing a duet? How'd it taste nice?
Can we eat now?
We can.
Since it's nice, have a bite.
You too.
How's this nice?
You want a vacation?
That works out well.
Don't come to work.
I'll talk to her about us.
We should avoid each other in this time.
Really good...
Ting Yu, keep up composing.
Ketagalan will become Taiwan's top Orchestra.
I must tell you one thing.
Seagull's insurance money came through.
You handle that. It's gone for good.
I want your approval for one thing.
Tell me. It will be no trouble.
What needs my help?
Come in.
What time is it now?
You were gone 90 minutes.
Sorry. There was a queue...
Forget it. You always have an excuse.
- I've no time to argue. - But...
- Ting Yu. What were you saying? - Well...
To focus on composing, I need Lan Die Fei as my assistant,
managing my schedule.
Her as assistant?
She's too illogical.
Skip it. I can find you a personal assistant.
Someone else won't do.
My assistant must live in my house 24 hours a day.
24 hours in your house?
24 hours.
A personal assistant must be trustworthy, right?
It's settled.
Die Fei.
Move into his house
and watch over him, alright?
You want me to live in his house?
Don't worry. I'll give you a raise, and find your replacement.
Just focus on Concertmaster, get it?
Concentrate.
Great. It's settled.
What's up, Die Fei? What's going on?
You've spaced out all day.
I...I might move into He Ting Yu's.
Xiao Shu, relax.
This photo's so fuzzy, you can't tell.
Not listening to me.
If the paparazzi back off, it'll be fine in a week.
A week? Why?
I had no make-up on. Thank god they didn't know me.
Wow, you go bare faced with him already?
Of course.
True love.
Don't classify our love.
Not listening to me.
Wah!
Is it fun? Let's go!
Is it fun?
Wow.
You're too obvious.
What's "obvious"?
I don't want to care at all,
but I must remind you.
I hope you're prepared before coming to my house for class.
Class?
Is it fun?
Wow.
You're too obvious.
What's "obvious"?
I don't want to care at all
but I must remind you.
I hope you're prepared before coming to my house for class.
Class? What class? I...
- What did you say? - Nothing.
I needn't tell him, right? I don't want him to misunderstand.
It'd be good if he got jealous.
I'd have fun watching.
Maybe he'd pay you more attention.
I haven't decided to move in.
You can be a bit annoying.
Practise more.
Morning!
Morning.
Everyone.
Director Tang.
Do you have something to tell us?
Yes.
I want to explain the Shanghai magazine article.
Shanghai magazine?
When's your interview?
Shanghai?
Director Tang, tell us the schedule
so we can arrange our time.
You're right.
For the Shanghai performance,
the magazine will do a special report.
Sorry. I forgot to bring the Shanghai print-out.
You guys practise. We'll discuss it later.
Okay.
Director Tang.
Are you afraid of the rumours?
Actually, I already helped you.
I promise Concertmaster won't know.
I'll find a way to repay you.
Sincerely.
~Holding hands, crazily singing a love song~
~wanting to use all our dreams~
~flying in a hot air balloon; heart beating in space, but misery is lonely~
~holding hands and singing a gentle love song~
~don't say I spent too much on love~
~little girl doesn't understand - proud but lonely~
My throat hurts a bit. I may be sick.
I played some wrong notes.
We're not usually like this.
The name A++ is hard to remember
and you can't tell a style from the name.
The melody is memorable but the lyrics are shaky.
- Did you bring a demo? - Yes.
Do you have a manager?
We're in talks with a few.
No.
- Hai Jie. - Yes.
Make them an appointment.
We'll talk again.
I have a meeting now.
Okay.
Bye, Director.
Director, there's a call.
Is it a 'yes' or 'no'?
It's...yes!
Awesome!
Pack up.
Go, go, go.
Lan Fei Fei!
Lan Fei Fei.
Tonight we're celebrating. How about coming?
- I have something on. - Come with us.
Those two are new here.
How about it?
Hai Jie, come help.
The speaker's heavy.
Okay, hang on.
- Stop thinking, just come. - Okay.
Make A++ an appointment with Director.
I'm going in.
I'm here.
- Just this one? - Yeah.
So heavy.
What's this now?
Where do I get money to pay?
Okay.
Chop off my head then.
Stop annoying me.
Mm...
- Yummy. - So nice.
Cheers.
Wait, I'm chewing.
Cheers.
Yum. Yum, right. This is yummy too.
- I want some. - Okay.
What? I want some.
Here you are.
- What's that? - Here you go.
Give that to her.
[ HE TING YU ]
Hello?
Hello. Where are you?
I'm having stir fry (roadside food).
- Stir fry? What's that? - It's...
I don't care. Eat fast and come.
But Hai Jie is here.
Give me the address. I'll find you.
Scissors. Paper. Rock.
I won.
Hai Dai Hai Dai (seaweed).
You lost.
Here...cheers!
I won. Why must I drink?
Just drink a bit.
- Cheers. - Yeah.
Drink.
My turn to play.
I need to go.
- Why so early? - Yeah.
- You just got here. - You haven't been here long.
How about this?
You play with Ting Yu; if you lose, I'll drink for you.
Okay.
Hai Jie, I'll match you.
Okay. I'll play with you.
Scissors. Paper. Rock.
I won.
1 - 2 - 3.
Seaweed.. Hai Dai...
I won.
Cheers. Bottoms up.
Ting Yu can drink a lot.
Wow! Cool!
Okay, we have to go.
Huh?
Where are you going? I want to go.
You're not allowed to come.
Did you tell him or not?
Yeah, Die Fei. Got something to tell me?
What is it?
Nothing.
We really have to go.
Concertmaster, let's go.
Wait for me.
They're on a date.
- It's obvious. - Yeah.
- Sit down. - Really?
- Hurry up. - Yeah.
Are you angry?
Yeah.
- Hey! - What?
You mightn't want to hear this
but I have to say it.
You needn't tell Hai Jie.
Just feel it.
Back there, did he notice if you needed food or drink,
or glance at you longer, or talk to you?
He didn't.
How's he treat you differently to anyone else?
He likes you the way he likes me.
It's that type of "like".
Understand?
I think you're like an innocent puppy,
wagging your tail at him
to beg for more of his attention or conversation.
Die Fei.
You two can only be good pals.
Die Fei.
You two can only be good pals.
Xiao Chen.
I want a take-away bread pocket with egg inside.
Okay, no problem.
[Orchestra Director Tang Jin Cang- Young Girl-Immoral Affair]
Excuse me. May I look at this?
- Dad. - Wait.
Is your sister dating her boss?
I don't know.
Ask her yourself.
Dad, I forgot something.
Explain to me.
How long have they been dating?
[ Dad saw the magazine ]
[ Come up with a plan fast ]
Let's face it together.
Don't worry.
I won't let you get hurt.
You're home.
You didn't answer my calls.
Are you hungry? I'll cook now.
Wait.
The news you saw in the magazine is true.
Xiao Shu is my assistant.
We've been together over a year.
Really?
I've cut up some fruit.
Sit. I'll bring you some.
Sit.
Here, eat.
Here.
What's this?
It looks like you spilt juice.
Did you hear what I just said?
What if I wash it for you now?
It's stained badly from the juice colour.
I want a divorce.
Hubby.
Do you like my new look?
Does it remind you of when we first met?
Die Fei. Sit here too.
Dad.
Don't be angry.
Resign.
And break up with your boss.
What about work?
Your looks and hard work will get you a job.
I like this job, and it's not why I'm with him.
Then why do you like him?
I'll find a way to get fees for study in England.
There are so many men
and you got one with a wife.
- What did I teach you? - He'll divorce his wife.
Isn't that bad enough?
You ruined a marriage.
Xiao Shu, you broke up someone's family.
They have no kids.
How's our dating matter?
They're husband and wife.
Marriage makes a family.
Living in the same house doesn't make a family.
They had problems before me.
Jin Cang and I are serious.
Which couple has no problems?
Let them sort it out.
Dad.
I can't quit my feelings like a job.
I can't stop loving him on your say-so.
You have ambitions.
Isn't study abroad good?
Xiao Shu.
How many men divorce over an affair?
Don't be naive.
Once the thrill fades, he'll find someone else.
Men are like that.
I gave up on study overseas.
He's my dream.
I want to be with him.
Love's not wrong. We agreed we won't give up.
Xiao Shu.
You're still young, with a future.
Why waste time on an old man
and reap public abuse?
You made the name I gave you a topic of gossip.
You wronged me.
If you don't give him up,
you don't want this family!
Dad.
Don't force me.
If you won't end with him,
get out!
Die Fei, close the shop.
Dad.
Step in her shoes. Why kick her out?
We don't choose whom we fall in love with.
What do you mean?
How can't you choose?
I really don't know how I... brought up two confused kids.
Dad.
Sis just fell in love.
Why force her to lose her family?
If you kick her out, she only has Director Tang.
Isn't it harder for her to leave him?
I don't understand your generation.
One of you...
- You always daydream; she... - Don't put this on me!
I'm not dating my boss.
I'm your daughter too.
Why do you always criticise me? Don't I have my own problems?
Sis is right.
Living in the same house isn't a family.
You need feelings.
If you don't help her, how are you a good father?
You!
Hit me!
And then tell me why it's me being hit?
I know anyway.
It's all your fault!
If Mom dies, what will we do?
Baby.
Let's live together.
It's my fault you lost your family.
Why isn't she leaving this late?
Die Fei.
[ Dad, I'll live with a friend for a while ]
[ Sorry. Die Fei ]
You're drinking wine in the morning?
That's why this is coffee.
Coffee?
Coffee after wine is unhealthy.
How's your body cope?
Who knows?
I thought wine would help me sleep.
I didn't aim to drink till sunrise.
Is it a headache?
Are you okay?
You needn't worry.
My body and I don't get on.
If it's not stubborn, then I am.
Never mind.
Since I'm moving in,
I'm in charge of your health.
Three meals and good sleep.
Listen to me, okay?
Hey.
Being my assistant is a cover-up.
You're here for lessons. Hear me?
Okay, I know.
Drink it after breakfast.
Get ready.
Face forward.
Chest up.
How do you sing hunched up?
Your body is an instrument. Get it?
Try again.
Sing to the sea.
Not right.
Contract the abdomen.
Lift your chest; look at the horizon.
Imagine the sea's your audience.
Sing out loud.
Lift your chest.
Try again.
Chest up.
Try again.
Imagine a big field in front of you.
Hold that image and sing.
Arms higher.
Like this?
Hurry up.
Five more laps.
Five more?
Imagine this is your audience.
Once more.
I'll wait up ahead.
Is this too comfortable?
What's wrong?
Nothing.
You were in there 90 minutes.
I thought you fell asleep.
Really? Sorry.
Your bathtub is too comfy.
Let me ask.
Is a bath really comfortable?
Very.
What now?
Can you wait outside?
What do you want?
Nothing.
I want a bath, but because...
Because...
Because what?
I'm afraid I might black out in there.
That's how it is.
Wait outside.
Have you always lived by yourself?
Oh, yeah. About 10 years.
Your house has no memorabilia or even photos of you.
It's like...
Like a display house.
I didn't say that.
People think I'm a display item anyway.
Everyone wants me to be a model specimen.
Why'd you say that?
Without music, I'm nothing.
Even if you have no memorabilia or photos
or a family, it's okay
as long as your heart is warm.
You okay in there? You aren't talking.
You think I'm a child?
I'm not Chen Hai Jie.
I know you're not Hai Jie.
Hai Jie isn't prickly like you,
hostile to my sincerity.
Right.
You love it when he accepts your sincerity.
Whether friendship or love,
as long as he accepts it, you're grateful.
Are you doing charity?
Partita for Violin No. 2 Chaconne - Bach
Siren.
So La So La Mi Re Do
This is Fa not La. Again.
So Fa So La Mi
Fa...
Can't you read music? Put them together.
I'm not used to reading a score.
It's a vocal sheet.
If I gave you a score, you'd turn mute.
Pretend I'm a child.
Patiently teach with love.
I don't have that much love.
You don't have time.
I'll find you a teacher; you need music theory.
Is it that important?
Singing is singing.
Why must I learn so much?
Sit down.
I tell you, a good violin
needs the violin maker to adjust the sound post
1000 or more times to find the best tone.
But is that enough?
A good violin without a good bow
is just a piece of wood.
You're the violin;
I'm the bow. Get it?
How can I learn it all so fast?
Have you no will to fight?
I do, but how do I fight?
Let me ask, do you like music?
Sure. I work at an orchestra so I can be close to music.
Honestly, I'm grateful you're teaching me
but can't you give me time?
Time? Lan Die Fei,
I can give you anything except time.
Why are you making excuses?
I'm not.
I'm fighting for more time.
Fine. I warn you,
there's no backing out.
If you can't sing well, don't return to the orchestra.
I don't a loser around me.
Hello?
Okay.
Learn on your own. I'm going out.
I'm coming.
Yes.
Come in.
Lisa wants to see me?
- Actually, I... - You're here!
Come in!
Mom, you're not this keen to see me.
You're jealous?
You wanted him to come.
Go, go. I made your favourite sukiyaki.
Really? Let me help.
Okay.
It's fine; you're the guest. We'll do it.
He's not a guest. Ting Yu is family.
Careful not to burn yourself.
You know your way around.
Thanks.
I bought sake. Want some?
Okay.
See this one.
It's Lisa's first time at my concerts.
We took a photo together.
Alright. Stop looking.
Eat more. There's a lot left.
This one.
This is like Lisa's outfit when I met her.
So over the top.
She was wearing it fighting the hoodlums.
Really?
Really.
Mom, really?
You wore this in a fight??
How could I change clothes?
That's true.
Thanks.
Lisa. You have a nice daughter.
You rarely give compliments. It's nice to hear.
What's wrong? Headaches again?
It's nothing.
I'll make you tea.
Here... Give it to me.
Before I perform in Shanghai,
I have a concert in Taipei.
I want to invite you and Seiko.
I have a secret weapon.
No wonder you look pale. You have pre-concert nerves?
Here's your tea.
You're not sleeping well? Up till sunrise everyday?
- Sometimes. - It's hot.
Sunrise is pretty, but don't see it everyday.
Normal people enjoy sunrise; insomniacs find it depressing.
I agree.
Here, cheers to you.
You two have that in common.
When you perform, you're ill. Can you keep this up?
I have to last till I quit as Concertmaster.
Nonsense.
I'm serious.
My secret weapon is a guy, Chen Hai Jie.
He's a very talented violinist.
His style differs from mine.
Wait...
This guy, Chen...
Hai Jie.
It sounds familiar.
Why's he a secret weapon?
How do I say it?
His energy is catching.
He can simplify complex issues.
You'll know when you hear him.
Seiko. Go to it with me.
You haven't seen Ting Yu perform, right?
But I mightn't understand it.
Ting Yu plays violin very well.
I don't understand music, but I feel its emotions.
It's true. Lisa cries and I lose focus on stage.
She cries at every piece.
Yes, Mr. Concertmaster.
You're accomplished to make a guest cry.
Drink, here.
Okay.
Here.
Together.
- Mom, you don't need me to come? - No need.
I'm just preparing for tomorrow.
You're on early shift tomorrow.
But I can help you.
Alright. Stay home with Ting Yu.
Lisa, I'll walk you down.
Alright.
Be careful.
Ting Yu.
What do you think of Seiko?
I knew it. What are you up to?
I'm not. I have cafe prep.
I'll have supper with Ah Pan. I'll be late.
You drank. Don't drive home.
I know.
Take care. I'm off.
Bye bye.
What's wrong?
Come in.
How'd you get hit by a car? How's Mom?
Lisa had left. It was a hit-and-run.
Are you okay? Do you need to go to hospital?
I'll call Mom.
Don't call Lisa.
She'll say I can't walk straight.
You're afraid she'd worry.
I look bad now.
I want you to walk with me.
Let me treat your wounds.
How's it feel to find your mom?
Hm...Real, yet unreal.
I can't explain it.
Lisa's really happy because of you.
She's happy when she sees you. You're like her child.
Are you jealous?
A bit. That's my mom. Stay away from her.
Lisa's my mom.
You're from God knows where.
It's odd seeing you do chores.
You think I'm a bad girl.
You already don't sleep well. Do you need a doctor?
No point. I'm used to it.
In the lead-up to concerts, I get headaches and insomnia.
When did it start?
You liar!
Mom!
Since my mom died.
I envy you.
You have memories of your mom.
I don't remember mine.
I was told my mom was bad and didn't want me.
I loved my grandparents and believed them.
Now I'm back in Taiwan, I found Mom.
Lisa isn't like that.
I'm really confused.
Looking at Mom, I still wonder if she's good or bad.
I haven't known her long.
Is what I see real or fake?
Do you have no real memories?
Tell me. Is this real?
Why'd you do that?
Don't hurt him. He's not CJ.
I have my methods.
Give me more time.
I promise progress soon.
NEXT EPISODE PREVIEW
Alice.
Will you hide and sing sadly
or sing for Hai Jie to hear?
I want him to hear.
She's Itou Seiko.
I'm dating her.
You're dating Alice? No way.
~ So this is how heartache feels ~
~ It’s hard to be indifferent ~
~ Seeing you give him your loveliest smile ~
~ hurts my obstinate heart ~
~ It turns out this is regret ~
~ It turns out I envy him ~
~ It turns out he can make you laugh out loud ~
~ I don't have that talent ~
~ If only I admitted earlier how much I depend on you...~
~ what would we be now? ~
~ If I could be brave and innocent like you ~
~ maybe I'd be more deserving of your love ~