I know what to do now.
Thank you.
Where else still hurts? Let me massage it for you.
My head feels heavy.
I wonder if it's the anesthesia.
That's it! That feels really good.
The operation was last night. The anesthesia would have worn off.
Miss Fa.
Asking your son to comfort you? For shame!
They drilled into my pelvic bone. That was an ordeal!
I deserve some tenderness from my son.
You do.
He didn't ask me to do it.
See? So loving.
You look great.
You don't need me to comfort you.
Seeing the extraction needle almost made me faint!
Miss Fa, have you visited Uncle Lung?
Kids are not allowed to go into his ward.
I just saw Sis Lin.
He's in stable condition.
He has to stay in the isolation ward for the time being.
But he's allowed to have books and toys.
When can I play with him again?
Recuperation takes time.
Just wait until he's fully recovered.
I don't think your daddy will object to it.
He has the final say.
He can go back to school after he's fully recovered.
Then he can be a vet when he grows up.
What about you? What's your aspiration?
To be good teacher like you.
Daddy, I need to pee.
You just want a break, right?
Just go.
Where's the loo?
Right over there.
Silly...
Rascal...
What now? What?
Don't you have something to tell me?
I thought you did.
I do... Could you do me a favor?
Let me feel it again... like last time.
You look good.
Miss Fa, you're here too.
Bella.
Pork Belly! Mommy...
He called me this morning to tell me about your operation.
He told me the whole story as well.
That was so noble of you.
That's why I brought you a treat.
What kind of treat?
Abalone and liver congee,
chicken soup with red date and dried longan to replenish your blood,
and Vitamin B-rich five-grain rice to boost your immunity.
How can I eat so much?
It's for the three of us.
I'm not hungry yet. I prefer a rest.
How ungrateful.
I'm hungry. Let's eat.
I need to make a call.
Sure.
Serve your daddy.
Thank you.
He's full of spirit.
He looks great too.
What is it now?
Is something wrong with him?
No, he fine. The doctor said he's doing very well.
If there are no complications these next few days,
then he can be move out of the isolation ward in a couple of weeks.
He'll be fine. Don't worry.
I'm not. I am overjoyed.
Lung is blessed with a loving brother who saved his life.
I told him he can never forget your kindness.
He has to repay you later.
Don't mention it.
I just ask that he study hard.
Regardless, we're grateful for your kindness.
Stop it! I came here to check on Lung, not to hear you thank me.
Are you still mad at your dad?
I know it's not easy for you two to patch up.
But can you at least hate him less?
What is your plan after Lung is discharged?
Lung was born here.
I've got my one-way permit too.
That's good.
We're going to look for an affordable sub-divided flat.
No, don't.
It's not a proper living environment for a boy who's weak.
I know a real estate agent.
Let me ask him to get you an affordable village house.
It's a bit remote, of course, but the rent is lower.
You're right, but...
I'll pay the rent for you, OK?
No, you've done too much for us already...
I expect to be repaid... by Lung, in the future.
Keung, thank you,
Don't mention it... I have to go back up.
Wait...
It's from Lung.
Thank him for me.
Ping-ping, Brenda.
Miss Chu, your treatment's over.
How nice of you to come see us.
Is Sze Hing in?
I think he's gone out.
Do you know where he went?
I have no idea.
You know what a weirdo he is.
I don't have a clue.
Alright, I'll come back later.
Maybe you can try the park.
Why are you here?
Therapies aside, you never come see me on your own accord.
For me?
What is it?
Congee with thousand-year egg and pork?
Great!
Hey... it's hot.
You made me congee. It's a small price to pay.
Actually, it was for someone else.
So? I'm having it, right?
The end result is what matters.
Hello? What is it?
You left without saying goodbye.
I wanted to know why.
Actually, it's...
Hello? Miss Fa...
I'll call you back later, bye.
What are you doing?
Was the call very important?
No...
Come have some fun with me.
Try my drone.
You have total control.
Quite good!
You just finished a shift, why didn't you go home for a nap?
The doctor said Lung is doing very well.
And he has me.
Still, I want to check on my own son.
But you look pale.
You only get a brief nap between shifts.
You're no longer young.
My heart skips a beat every time there's a taxi accident.
Touch wood. Nothing will happen to me.
Don't worry.
For you and Lung, I'll be extra careful.
I used to be a deadbeat dad.
I really feel sorry about Keung.
Heaven gave me another son, so I could make up for my past mistakes.
Lung's illness is a trial for me.
This time around, I won't fail as a father.
Keung... Keung...
Here to see Lung?
You two take your time.
I wanted to check on him again before my discharge.
If it weren't for you, he wouldn't have gotten over this hurdle.
Life is full of hurdles. Prepare yourself.
I welcome them.
I have to go back to my taxi.
I'm working two shifts. The pay is not too bad.
That's good.
I swore to myself that however difficult the road ahead,
I'll never go back to conning.
I believe there is always a way out.
I now know that nothing is more important than your family.
I am glad you think like this.
Lung's illness made me realize that money is not everything.
It can't buy you your life.
Keung, take good care of yourself.
Don't you bother with me.
Take good care of yourself first.
Don't work too hard.
You know how old you are.
You care about me? I'm so happy.
Keung...
Take good care of yourself,
and take good care of your family.
Don't count on me to bail you out again.
I'll provide for my family with my two hands.
How about a handshake?
How about a hug?
Save it.
Where's Pork Belly?
Gone to the loo.
You checked on Lung?
Did you see his dad?
Yep!
He doesn't have very big hands.
Who?
My dad.
When I was small, I thought his hands were very big.
He could wrap my fist in his hand.
His hand practically covered my back when he picked me up.
Once I failed dictation,
I thought he was going to slap me for that.
Instead, he just patted me on the head, smiled and said,
"Rascal, you're not stupid, are you?
Study hard or you'll end up a loser like I am."
Why have all those long forgotten memories suddenly come back?
Daddy, let's go home.
Sure.
Daddy, you have very big hands.
Of course, I'm your daddy, am I not?
Miss Fa, you have very warm hands.
Today is a day worth celebrating!
What are you celebrating?
Yee has really improved in his kindergarten assessment.
Really?
Performances are graded from 1 to 5,
with 1 being the lowest and 5 the highest score.
Yee got 4s and even a couple of 5s.
So his overall performance is very good.
His highest score used to be 3.
This time around, his initiative has jumped from 2 to 4.
Isn't he amazing?
Amazing indeed.
Even my teacher said that.
That's good.
Though it's just an internal assessment, an improvement is an improvement.
I want to interview this daddy here.
You took a career break for the kids.
Now that Yee has made great progress, how do you feel?
It has not gone to my head.
We still need to work hard until we find Yee the right school.
I will keep it up.
Grandpa, I got my report card today too.
I got an A in almost all the subjects.
How smart!
That's it?
Isn't that enough?
You have always been outstanding.
Yee is different.
He deserves more praise because he has made great progress.
You're both amazing.
You both deserve praises.
Don't over-praise the kids.
Ask Nim-shu.
I never praised him when he was young.
Good grades were expected.
Poor grades would earn him an earful.
I'm just encouraging them.
Kids are spoiled nowadays.
Too much praise will go to their head.
Like Yat, she's smart,
but she's willful at times.
She needs to be coached.
Yes, Dad.
Daddy, may I watch TV with you?
But it's late already.
Alright... but not for long.
What is this drama about?
It's not a drama. It's a documentary about elephants.
That baby elephant is really cute.
Yes. The mommy is teaching it survival skills.
Why isn't the mommy paying attention to the other one?
Isn't she being partial?
No. Can't you see that baby elephant has an injured leg? It's limping.
That's why the mommy is caring for it more.
The other one is healthy and can take care of itself.
So the mommy doesn't need to worry about it.
That's right.
Daddy and Mommy are no different.
We give Yee more attention when he's not well or unhappy.
He's not as smart as you are.
So he needs more encouragement from us.
Do you remember that time you lost in the violin competition?
Didn't we hold you and comfort you?
To me, Mommy and Grandpa, you're both our precious darlings.
You're our precious darling too.
Elephant...
I'm a baby elephant.
Baby elephant...
Sze Hing, I sprained my wrist a while ago.
I thought it would get well on its own.
But it has got worse instead.
I went to a doctor and got an X-ray.
Fortunately, nothing's broken or fractured.
It's likely tendinitis.
Do you have a referral?
Yes...
Hold on.
Did you register?
Nuen-nuen did it for me already.
Good.
I'll be right back.
Even I have to wait?
Physician Sheung, your referral letter please.
I'm not seeing you.
I was on the phone.
So Sze Hing brought you in for me.
Tell him to come back.
Sorry, he's fully booked.
You may have to wait two months for him at the very least.
I can get another therapist.
All the therapists here are busy.
The shortest waiting time is a month or so.
Your pain will be unbearable by then.
Don't scare me.
It's up to you whether you believe me or not.
But if you cancel this booking,
you may have to go to another center.
My schedule is full too.
Fine. Tell me how you're going to treat me.
I need to give you a checkup first.
Don't expect a speedy recovery with a couple sessions.
Recovery takes time.
Some patients think we're dragging our feet
and stop coming after a session or two.
But you won't get away.
I know where to find you.
How can you talk to me this way!
You're my father-in-law at home.
You're my colleague here in the center.
But in this cubicle, you're my patient.
I can guarantee you'll recover if you do as I say, understand?
Alright... you win.
Brother Sun, Mr Wong's here.
How's your arm?
Leave personal chitchat for later.
Mr Wong...
Physician Sheung, I forgot your wrist support.
Remember to wear it. OK...
She's a good physician.
She's not a physician.
She's a physiotherapist here.
She's Physician Sheung's daughter-in-law.
Dad, I need to go to work. I have to go.
We said we'd leave together. I have to go too.
Sis, you stay here and keep Dad company.
You need to go to work, I need to take care of my son.
If you don't want to stay, just go.
Dad, take it easy.
We care about you,
but we have our own families too.
Whatever. Don't bother with me.
Mr Wong, please sit.
Thank you.
Your wife used to come with you. Where is she?
She's gone.
To where?
She's passed away.
I have all sorts of ailments.
I have high blood pressure and diabetes.
My wife did morning exercise every day.
She was supposed to be in better shape.
Yet she passed away in her sleep.
The doctor said she died from a heart attack.
It's a good way to go.
Just shut up.
You're excused.
It's alright. That's what I thought too.
I can't wait for it to happen to me.
But the universe is playing a prank on me.
I'm not allowed to die yet.
Come on, look to the bright side.
You just saw how my children treat me.
I'm still mobile.
They would throw me out if I had a stroke.
Don't think like that.
I'm a lonely old man now.
I wish I had died with her.
Why is it cold?
I forgot to tell you it's broken.
Is it very old?
Unknown brands don't last long.
Are you making tea?
Let me put on the kettle for you.
Thank you. You're welcome.
Speaking of fragile,
there's no saying about life too.
We're caught in a dilemma.
We squander our health away to make money when we're young.
When we get old, we try to buy our health back.
Health is like passing time, you can never get it back.
Mrs Wong's death has made you sentimental.
She seemed to be in very good health, yet she passed away so suddenly.
It's all in our destiny.
That's why we should enjoy our time here.
Try to cheer yourself up whenever you're feeling down.
You always look to the bright side.
Because there really is no telling.
We could meet Mrs Wong's fate any time.
Only the young can afford to have a long-term plan.
At our age, we should seize the day.
No problem can trouble you.
Of course.
Hey, wait for me after work.
What for?
Didn't you just say we can't get health and time back?
Let me turn the clock back for you.
Do I look like mutton dressed like lamb, or what?
You look cool!
You can carry this look.
No way, I look awful.
It's refreshing to have a new look from time to time.
But I'm a Chinese medicine practitioner.
I can't win patients' trust with this look.
I think you look cool.
I do?
Put this scarf on.
A scarf too?
Well?
You rock it.
Don't take it off.
You go to tonight's nostalgia night in this.
There's a nostalgia night?
Daddy, have you ever tried chocolate dumplings?
Dumplings with chocolate as filling?
Is there such a thing?
Yes, and it's delicious.
Can you put the two together?
Yes. I learned to make it in school.
It's delicious.
I want to make some for Uncle Lung.
Make some for me first.
If I think it's OK, you can make some for Lung.
Alright. OK.
It's Miss Fa.
Miss Fa.
Pork Belly! Hi!
Hello! Grocery shopping?
We're going to make chocolate dumplings.
Chocolate dumplings? Yummy!
You tried it before?
I used to make that all the time.
It's been a while since I last made it.
Now I'm craving it.
I want to make some for Uncle Lung.
He can't have normal food yet.
He just had a bone marrow transplant.
He's on a special diet.
I see.
He'll be discharged in a couple of weeks.
Then you can make him chocolate dumplings.
Miss Fa, can you make cheesecake?
Lung has never tried that.
Of course I can.
Can you teach me how?
Sure.
Come up when you are free.
Your house? Yes.
Tell me beforehand when you're free, so I can prepare.
Sure, some day. Some day.
It's really pretty.
You like it?
Yes... It's pretty...
but it takes time to care for it.
Take care of it like it's one of your students.
I don't think I have the time.
Besides, I can't bear to see beautiful flowers wilt.
Just forget it.
Let's go.
What are we going to eat?
Well... I don't know...
Here you are.
You bought it?
It's your responsibility now.
Take care of it.
Let's go.
Come on, Miss Fa.
Nuen-nuen...
Brother Sun, want to make tea?
I just pressed on.
You'll have to wait for the water to boil.
Is it a new one?
Is the old one beyond repair?
It's several years old. Why bother?
It made more sense to get a new one.
I bought an afternoon tea treat.
Let's go enjoy it.
People nowadays don't cherish things.
Broken electrical appliances just get thrown away.
Or they're replaced with newer models in a year or two.
We used to make very good use of what we had.
Out with the old and in with the new.
Please, just let things go.
It's called steadfastness.
Yes, you're a steadfast person.
But sometimes we need to move on and look to the future.
Nim-shu is married and I have two grandkids.
I have nothing to complain about.
What future should I look to?
Don't you want a companion?
I enjoy this freedom.
Why get a companion?
One will go before the other.
Look at Mr Wong.
He didn't even have the heart to come for checkups after his wife passed away.
Are you free this Sunday?
Let's go out together.
Where to?
Wherever you say.
Let me think about it. I'll let you know.
I'll take that as a yes.
I'll go make you tea.
Hey...
Are you blind?
Nuen-nuen...
Brother Sun.
What's wrong with your voice?
It's squeaking.
Is it better now?
Much better.
Where are we going today?
I don't know. They decide.
They?
Auntie Brenda.
Brenda. Hi, Brenda.
You brought your whole family along?
Isn't this great?
Sure, more people more fun.
Right. A family day is fun.
Family day?
So? I'm part of your family?
Yat, Yee, come on...
Yeah...
A family day.
You really dressed up.
Where are we going?
Clam digging.
Clam digging?
Daddy, Mommy, come on over.
You shouldn't have dressed like this for the countryside.
How was I supposed to know?
You didn't tell me.
I thought it would just be the two of us taking a stroll.
That's not what you wear for a stroll either.
You dressed like a movie star.
I am?
From the silent film era.
You're so out of fashion.
Take one.
Dad, take one.
Not me. I don't like having sand between my toes.
You guys enjoy.
Good... we'll just sit here and watch them have fun.
Just go...
Let's go... Come on...
Hubby, things are looking good.
Bitten by the matchmaker bug again?
No. Like you said, I just let things take their course.
Daddy, I'm full. Let's go play.
Me too.
You're full, but Grandpa and Auntie Brenda aren't.
Don't worry about me.
You go with them.
I'm not tired from walking all morning,
but I'd still prefer to rest here.
Me too. My feet hurt.
Alright, we'll go with the kids.
You two enjoy yourselves here.
Let Nim-shu take them.
Stay here with us.
Why?
We don't have that much to talk about.
The more the merrier.
Don't worry. I can take care of them.
You guys enjoy.
Come on.
What would you like to drink?
This... Orange juice...
So many?
Daddy, look! It says an open day here.
I've never heard of this primary school.
Let's go.
Where's the school?
There's a sign here.
Wait...
Daddy, Yat, come on over.
Chinese Idioms
Chinese Historical Figures
Thank you.
You almost did it.
We're going to do an experiment.
First, we pour the rice in.
Could you give me a hand?
Then we put chopsticks in.
See? The bottle won't fall down.
That's because the rice has forced the air out.
The air pressure outside is greater than the pressure inside the bottle.
The rice and chopsticks are pressed together.
That's why the bottle won't fall down.
I see.
Do you understand? Yes!
Yee, are you hurt?
No... but my knee hurts.
It's a minor scratch.
You skinned your knee.
I'll dress it for you.
Thank you.
What a brave boy.
You didn't cry at all.
What's your name?
Sheung Yee. I'm in K3.
K3?
Mr Sheung, you've taught him well.
He used to be very shy in front of strangers.
Not an easy child at all.
He's an amazing boy now.
You're in K3.
That means you'll be in primary school next year.
We're still looking for the right one for him.
That's giving me a headache.
Relax.
He'll pick his own.
Pick his own?
Yes.
No one knows what we want better than ourselves.
Sorry, let me introduce myself.
My name in Yan Tak.
People call me Copernicus.
The Polish astronomer?
Yes. I'm a stargazer.
My students gave me this name.
I'm the teacher and principal here.
I'm Marius.
Hello, Marius.
Welcome to Gaia Primary School.
Marius, what do you think about our school?
Any comments?
It's not a run-of-the mill primary school.
It's really full of life here.
Yes. Aside from core subjects,
we want the students to develop other interests as well.
Most importantly, we want them to find their true self.
They're so young.
They don't even know what true self means.
People say children are like a piece of blank paper,
they become what we make them.
But I don't think children are that clueless.
They have their own thinking,
though it's not as clear as adults'.
It's just that they're not good at expressing themselves.
So we should help guide them.
Do you agree? Yes.
I'm sorry. I was lecturing.
Not at all.
Are you bored?
No.
Tell me, what are you good at?
I love playing violin.
I love mental abacus calculation.
Awesome!
One's a musician, one's a mathematician.
Uncle Copernicus, do you like stars?
I love stars!
So, you must know the twelve constellations.
Do you know what they look like?
No.
Want to have a look?
Yes.
Just a moment.
Daddy, this uncle is cool.
Really?
I like him too.
Hello?
Hello, where have you taken the kids?
Dad's getting impatient.
OK, we're on our way.
OK, bye.
Look!
Wow, it's awesome.
Like it? It's yours.
Great!
What should you say?
Thank you.
You're welcome.
It's about time. We need to run.
You're always welcome in Gaia.
Thank you.
Bye, Uncle Copernicus.
Bye, see you!
See you!
Mommy...
Here they are...
Mommy, we found a fun place.
Really?
Yee, what happened to your knee?
You alright?
I'm fine. Good boy.
Don't worry. He's back and he's alright.
We didn't have dessert during lunch.
A shop nearby is known for its tofu pudding.
Let's go there.
Walking all the way back?
I'm not going.
I'll go get it.
I'll go with you.
Me too.
Mommy, take this for me please.
OK.
Let's go.
Be quick.
Don't be naughty. OK.
Be careful.
Six bowls of tofu pudding to go please.
Just a moment.
Thank you.
You two are all sweaty.
Your grandpa loves you two very much.
He keeps talking about you two.
I really envy you.
You want to be his grandkid?
I want to be a grandma.
Why don't you?
If... I mean, if...
If I become your grandma, would you like that?
Our grandma is now in heaven.
I know. It's not easy to become your grandma.
But if you called me Grandma, I'd be so content.
Grandma.
That sounds so nice!
Good boy!
OK!
3,2...
Delivery's here.
It looks OK.
Thank you, Brenda.
Thank you.
Come on, dig in.
Dig in.
Yee, here's yours.
Grandma, I need a spoon.
Who taught you to call her Grandma?
Auntie Brenda.
Brother Sun, sorry.
Let me tell you.
Yat and Yee only have one grandma.
We visit her grave every year.
She is irreplaceable.
Dad... Brother Sun...
Nim-shu, I just wanted to see what it's like to be called a grandma.
I never meant to replace your mom.
I'm sorry.
Brenda, we have to go. Sorry.
Come on...
Leave me alone...
Shut up.
Hey, what's wrong with you?
Why are you in my bed and wearing my shirt?
My head hurts. I can't think.
You got drunk and came here without realizing it.
I was so tired last night, I don't remember anything.
Because you blacked out.
You know my mind can't function until I'm fully awake.
Be quiet and let me sleep first.
You have to clear this up.
Answer the door.
Go answer the door.
Pacino...
Where's my wife?
Who is being so noisy this early in the morning?
You're really here!
And you're wearing his shirt!
You two...
I spent the night here.
Hey, stop it!
What's wrong with you?
Why did you hit him?
I never touched him.
How come he fell then?
You alright?
Take your hands off her thigh!
I didn't mean to.
He's my son's father.
Not only can he touch my thighs...
he can kiss me too.
Hey...