Subtitles by DramaFever
[In Life and Love]
[Episode 29]
I've said all I needed to say. Understand everything?
If I have to live like this the rest of my life, I'd rather die.
- I've lived this way my whole life. - So?
So, I've taught you everything you need
to help you get through these dark times.
The rest is up to you.
Hello?
Okay, okay, I know!
What is it?
The true moment that will change my life has come!
You need to help me out with something. You can't say no.
Because this will be the turning point in my life.
It concerns my prospects, career, future
as well as the happiness that will come rushing at me.
Great, great, awesome.
Why did you secretly look for a job without telling me?
Men only talk about things only after getting them done.
So is it done?
They told me to report in tomorrow.
What job is it? It's not another assistant's job, is it?
Absolutely not this time.
Since you're already so successful, what do you need me to do?
I need a head-to-toe transformation.
Of course, the hair was already changed in Budapest.
I need to look the part from head to toe for my classy job.
Yes, yes, yes.
So what kind of look are you going for?
Business magnate.
Domineering CEO.
- Great-- - Stop, stop.
Mr. Ding, may I ask what job you'll actually be having?
It's a secret for now.
Let's go. It's starting in 10 minutes.
There are so many new movies. Why are we watching this old film?
I picked this movie just for you. You have to watch this movie.
It is about the type of person that you want to become.
You need to get an idea about the look so you can immerse yourself in the role.
I'm not watching it. I hate this actor the most.
He is the reason Lin Yue and I began to have problems in our relationship.
What's this now?
Lin Yue is a big fan of him.
She uses a photo of him as the background of her phone and computer.
Even her Weibo header is a picture of him.
How can I tolerate that?
That's why you need to observe him.
Don't just watch. You have to bear him in mind.
Defeat him. Surpass him.
Let's go.
Do I have the chance to surpass him?
In my mind, you do.
Come on!
Zhi Wei, you're back.
Mom, nothing went my way today.
Now I understand the fickleness of relationships.
When our family had money and power, they acted like our lackeys.
As soon as something happened to Dad, they started treating me like crap.
Go to bed first. Let me be on my own.
Surprise!
I bought you the hottest sneakers of the year.
Do you like them?
Oh, look.
How much did these shoes cost? Where did you get the money?
I have money.
Hello?
Okay, I know. Thank you.
Do not pay for her again.
I will find a way to pay you back for what you spent today.
Okay.
Zhi Wei, this is just the right size.
Mom, how could you make our past housekeeper pay for you?
I only bought these shoes and clothes
after looking for a long time and deciding they would be suitable for you.
Besides, she always paid for me in the past.
That's because she could ask my dad for reimbursement in the past.
- She still can now. - Of course she can't.
Mom, Dad is no longer here.
Mom?
Are you okay?
Zhi Wei, have you finished your homework?
You're graduating soon, right?
Did you get another girlfriend?
You told me to go to bed just now.
Yes, yes.
I'm going to sleep.
I'm going to bed.
So what did you think of the movie?
It's not just Lin Yue. If I were a girl, I'd be crazy for him too.
Let's skip over the good looks part.
What do you mean by that?
All right, we'll go straight to the next part.
I get it.
The most important is conversational skills.
Regardless of whether the other man is right or wrong
stomp all over his values.
You are the only one you can always trust.
Before every entrance, you must have a striking speech.
Ding Ren Jian, you got the main point.
Let me ask you. What were the words you always liked to say?
Live a simple and good life?
Money is everything.
There's more. This will definitely do.
Set a small goal first.
If every person in China donated one yuan to me
then I'd have 1.3 billion yuan.
Bye.
Stop! Sit down.
That was in the past, An Qing Huan.
I'll show you pomp and circumstance.
I'm paying the bill today!
Oh my! That's the right way to go, Ding Ren Jian.
- Will that do? - Yes!
- Exceedingly so. - Dig in.
What job will you have? Do you need to buy such expensive suits?
The clothes make the man.
I'm going to be a domineering CEO. Shouldn't I invest in myself?
Do you think this will look good on me?
Go try it on.
Is this okay?
It couldn't be better.
Really?
All right, I'll grant you the highest honor.
Take a selfie with the domineering CEO.
Here we go.
One, two, three.
Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Ding.
According to the information you provided
job search objectives, and job requirements
we have found a job that fits all of your criteria.
I'll introduce it to you right now.
Your company is very efficient. I am very satisfied with the service.
This is what the computer system deemed the most suitable job for you.
You can start immediately and the pay is generous.
What?
This is the job the system matched me to?
[Matched Position: Telephone Operator Compatibility: 99 percent]
I don't have high demands.
First, I refuse any physical labor.
If it can be solved through talking, then do so.
What is my strength?
Having the gift of gab. I can bring any conversation back to life.
Understood.
Second, I must be in a position where my words have authority.
My words are very precious.
One word from me can decide someone's fate.
Understood.
Third, I work alone.
I hate complex interpersonal relationships.
I can't stand fighting and scheming.
We've fulfilled all your requests.
First of all, this is definitely not physical labor.
You need to use your brain for this job.
Eight hours a day of talking is not considered much.
Whether this works out will depend on whether you are witty enough.
Next, you have absolute authority to speak.
They call in just to hear you speak.
Every word they say costs them money and is deducted directly from their card.
So, the more you say, the happier they are.
Third, this can be considered an independent space.
Even if you want someone to disturb you, it won't ever happen
because while you're busy, they're even busier than you.
Therefore, there won't be any fighting or scheming between coworkers.
You greatly twisted the meaning of my words!
What kind of lousy job is this? How am I to do this?
I even researched your company online.
You're ranked among the top 10 in the nation!
What kind of service is this?
Look at my outfit! I'm cut out to be a CEO!
You want me to answer calls? Don't you feel ashamed?
Considerably not so, Mr. Ding.
This is data generated by the system. It has even reached 99 percent accuracy.
If you insist you're that one percent, there's still nothing we can do.
I don't care! I'm not doing this!
Refund me the money I paid.
If you want a refund, that's basically impossible.
You can look at the contract we signed before.
We only promised to provide you with a job the system deemed a match for you.
We did not promise we would satisfy your ideal conditions.
Of course, as long as you don't give up
I believe we'll find a job that satisfies you.
Listen up. This is fraudulent conduct. I'm going to sue you!
I'm going to report you guys on the consumer complaint hotline!
Yes, if that's what you think, you may report us.
However, our contract will thus be terminated.
No payments will be reimbursed.
This is all clearly stated in the contract.
I advise you to calm down.
Assess your own qualifications
and think about what kind of job you are capable of doing.
We previously warned you over and over again.
When choosing any job
you must stay within your capabilities, play to your strengths
play your part, and not aim too high.
Didn't I say not to let the phone reach three rings?
What is going on? Is anybody going to answer the phone?
Manager, don't be angry!
There's a new guy here. I'll teach him. Don't be mad.
Think about it.
What new guy? Did I say I was doing this job?
Hello?
Hello, is this Star Recruitment Agency?
Yes. What is it?
Say something!
Do you know this call costs you money? One minute costs you five yuan.
My name is Astro Boy.
I just lost my job.
My wife left me for someone else.
The one who stole my wife
was my friend.
What?
How come this sounds so familiar?
Can I talk with you?
Your story must take a long time to tell.
Are you aware of our fee rates?
Are you a domineering CEO now?
Your salary must be high.
Your office must be gigantic, right?
What's up with you?
Aren't we friends? You're not even sharing the good news with me.
I think there is a very great, ancient saying.
"When Heaven is about to place a great responsibility on a man"
"his will must first be tested, his strength exhausted--"
"his body starved, his life left penniless."
That job isn't that high up or classy, is it?
It's not just that. It's very lowly.
What is it?
- Telephone operator. - What?
Sorry.
Go ahead and laugh. We can continue after you're done laughing.
Sorry, sorry.
So you cursed them out and turned down the job, right?
No, I took the job.
What?
I answered a call today.
That person said he just lost his job.
His wife left him for someone else.
She left him for his best friend.
Isn't that just like you?
Yes, it is precisely the same. That's why I decided to help him.
Ding Ren Jian.
If you could help others, you wouldn't be Ding Ren Jian.
Save yourself first.
Saving him is the same as saving myself.
Do you want some more water?
Excuse me, will I be able to see your general manager today?
It'll depend on how I arrange things.
Why don't we go out for lunch first?
I'll put you in for an afternoon appointment.
You know where to find me. Think about it.
What?
I understand. I'm on my way.
Mom!
Zhi Wei, they won't let me leave.
What happened?
- Who are you to this lady? - I'm her son.
Sorry, your mother just stole
a 580,000 yuan designer watch at the mall.
What? You're saying my mom stole a watch?
- Yes. - Zhi Wei, it's not like that!
I didn't steal a watch.
You know every time I go to the mall, I can just take the things I like
and someone else will pay for them.
I did the same as usual this time.
But they... they wouldn't let me leave and brought me here!
Mom, it's okay. Don't panic. Everything will be okay.
Zhi Wei.
Do you remember? It's your dad's birthday next month.
I picked out a watch for him.
Look. Will he like it?
Doesn't it look nice? Zhi Wei, look.
Yes, he'll definitely like it.
Really? Zhi Wei, can we buy it?
Okay, we'll buy it for him.
So, I have a friend who is the director of an advertising agency.
They'll be having a photo shoot soon and need a male model.
I think you'd be right for the job.
- Are you interested? - Yes.
You're accepting so quickly?
Don't you want to ask what kind of photo shoot it is?
Swimsuit or underwear?
You'd take underwear photos?
It'll cost extra.
Here.
You can contact her yourself.
Why are you looking at me like that?
If you have any comments you're holding back, just say them.
It's nothing.
I just feel you've suddenly grown up.
All people are forced to mature into adults.
This male model has a nice look.
I think so too.
Come, give me a smile.
Don't move.
Stay still.
Okay, good.
Smile more.
A bigger smile!
Hold that up again.
All right.
Okay.
One more.
Can you change your pose?
Come on, face this way.
This side, not that way.
Too much!
Are you a professional?
All right, one more.
Were you cold?
It was okay.
I thought it was chilly. You wore so little. It must have been tough.
Thank you.
Leave it. Don't eat this. I'll take you out for a big meal.
No, that's okay. My mom is waiting for me at home.
If you're not eating these two lunches, I'll take them home for my mom.
It'll be enough for the two of us.
If you're not using the facial mask, I'll give it to my mom.
Sure, of course.
Here, take it.
- I'm going now. - Okay.
Hello?
It's you?
All right. It's time to end things.
Your boyfriend has already beaten me up to this state.
What more is there to say?
I do really admire his need to stand up for justice.
Yes, I did have ulterior motives with you
but I didn't get anything out of it.
You keep flitting back and forth in front of me.
I'm begging you, just spare me.
Go to Human Resources and get the formalities done. Please leave.
I was just waiting for you to say that.
However, if I quit, I don't receive any wages.
If you want to dismiss me
then according to the contract, you must have a valid reason.
Otherwise, you'd have to pay, you know?
Okay, okay. I admit defeat, okay?
Three months. I'll give you three months of wages, okay?
Please, please. Hurry up and leave.
But, General Manager, for what reason exactly are you dismissing me?
Why are you still asking that?
What reason? It's whatever reason you want it to be, okay?
I was just waiting for you to say that.
I don't want the three months of wages.
However, on behalf of the company
I'd like you to recommend me for this competition.
[National Top Chef Competition]
Hello, this is Star Recruitment Agency.
Please tell me your ID name.
Your information has been saved. I will set up an appointment for you.
A representative will send you a text message later.
Is there anything else?
Okay, you're welcome. Goodbye.
Hello, this is Star Recruitment Agency.
Oh, you're not satisfied with your job?
That's fine. Leave your ID name with me.
We will match you with a new position until you are satisfied.
Okay, I got it.
Thank you, goodbye.
Hello, this is Star Recruitment Agency.
Oh, it's you again, ma'am?
Why would I be annoyed? I'm happy hearing your voice.
It's best if you call me three times a day or else I'd miss you.
It's my job. You don't need to thank me.
What? You want to send me an award banner?
No, no. I appreciate it. However, please don't spend money.
If you really want to thank me
you can help spread the word about us on Weibo or Moments.
It'll be good for all of us. Don't you think so?
Okay. I'll be waiting for your good news.
Goodbye, ma'am.
Hello, Star Recruitment Agency.
Sir, calm down.
Your situation is not considered rock bottom.
Don't you still have your job?
Yes, you're riding a donkey while looking for a horse.
That means you're still in control.
What we need to do now is conduct a thorough analysis for you
and find a job that caters to your strengths and is the best fit for you.
Let's start all over again and hit the bullseye on the first try.
Excuse me.
Where is Mr. Ding Ren Jian's seat?
Over there.
Okay, thank you.
With the information and details you have provided over the past few days
I put together a plan for you.
Do you have time to hear it?
Hello.
Sorry, please hold on a moment, sir.
I'm the one who consulted you two days ago.
Sorry, many people call to consult me every day.
What is your ID?
Astro Boy.
Sir, please hold on a moment. Sorry about this.
Astro Boy, hello!
Do you need to see me about something?
I came to say goodbye.
I'm very thankful for all your help the past two days.
We're strangers who met by chance, but I'm unable to return the favor.
I don't like to owe any favors.
I'll return the favor in the next life.
What?
The next life?
Sir, I'm sorry! I have some urgent business to attend to.
A representative will contact you later.
Sorry, I have to hang up now.
Send me the phone number and address of the account with ID name "Astro Boy."
Okay.
Sir, you can't enter. Someone is attempting suicide.
I know him. Can I go up there and speak with him?
- You know him? - Yes, his name is Chen Shi Feng.
Follow me.
Firefighters have arrived. They're clearing the area and setting up.
Please try to stall for time.
- I'll try my best. - Okay.
Astro Boy.
- Astro Boy? - Don't come any closer.
Astro Boy, how come you came here?
I'm dying for sure today.
Astro Boy, what happened?
I'm your Big Bro Ding. I'm here to help you.
Didn't I just recommend an interview opportunity to you yesterday?
We were even excitedly encouraging each other.
You said everything would get better and you would try hard to get this job.
How come you're here now?
As long as we work hard, there is a chance to start over anew.
The friend who stole my wife...
he is a shareholder of that company.
How can I work for that company?
Do I join the company and watch him strut around my whole life?
How can I take this job?
You can't.
Astro Boy, if you're a man, then listen to me.
I talked to you a lot and told you many life philosophies.
I told you how bright the future is.
I'm going to tell you something else today.
It's my own life experience.
It's cruel and dark.
First, I need to apologize to you.
I had boasted to you that I am
an outstanding and successful star recruiter.
It was actually a lie.
The day I answered your call was my first day at work.
To this moment, I haven't found a new job for anyone yet.
Second, I need to apologize to you again.
I took on your case because...
I had selfish motives.
I was in a bad state of mind.
I thought I was the unluckiest person on earth.
I had lost my job, my family was torn apart
and my wife left me for my best friend.
I felt the whole world had betrayed me.
I felt more injustice than Dou E. (Referencing "The Injustice to Dou E.")
That was until I met you.
The third thing I want to say to you isn't an apology.
It's because I was sincere.
I really do want to help you.
I want to help you open up this completely darkened part of your world
so that sunlight can come shining in
and you can feel warmth and see hope in living.
That's because if you can see hope, I can have hope too.
I want to save myself with the method used to save you.
However, I was wrong.
I shouldn't apologize to you.
I should apologize to myself.
There's something we haven't done before seeking out hope.
It is facing the truth, staring it in the face
and admitting we've failed and lost.
It's time to say goodbye.
Astro Boy, it's time to say goodbye.
Mr. Ding, come here.
Astro Boy, settle down. I'll get you a bottle of water.
What's your next step?
Bringing his wife and child here is of vital importance.
At a moment like this, nothing is more important than his family.
Will seeing them provoke him further into taking some drastic action?
Either face them or die. I believe he will live.
How are you so certain?
He is me. I know myself.
Figure out a way to bring his wife and child here.
All right. Help us calm him down.
We just contacted his ex-wife but she is unwilling to come.
We're looking for someone to help persuade her to come.
Wait, I thought of someone who will be able to get them to come.
Which one of you is Ms. An?
Hello, that's me.
You're next. Please be ready.
- Okay. - You have high chances.
The judges shifted your resume up a few spots.
They said you must be seen today.
Make good use of this chance in the interview later.
Okay, thank you.
Hello?
- Qing Huan. - What is it?
It's urgent. You have to help me.
- Right now? - Yes.
Right now, immediately. A life is on the line.
I can't.
- Can it wait until my interview is over? - No.
I've already sent you the address.
Find a way to bring the mother and son here.
Wait, wait.
I don't even know what's happened and you're sending me there?
Do you think I can do it?
I don't know, but I know you can.
Hello?
I know why you are here.
However, don't blame me for being heartless.
Look at this house.
If you think there is anything worth recalling fondly
then I'll go with you.
However, if you think I deserve to live a better life
then please leave on your own.
Ding Ren Jian, I really can't do anything.
No, this house is simply unlivable.
If it were mine, I wouldn't want to come home either.
You can't deprive a woman of her right to pursue happiness just to save someone.
Unless you give me an idea.
One that won't harm this woman and can persuade them to go there.
- Is his son there? - Yes.
Okay, I'll give you an idea.
Baby, you're such a good boy.
- What's your name? - My name is Xiao Hang.
Xiao Hang? You're amazing.
Xiao Hang, I am your dad's friend.
He told me to come and ask you a question.
If your mom and dad divorce one day, will you be able to accept that?
I can accept that.
Mom and Dad love me a lot but they are not happy together.
Life is hard for Mom. I want her to have a happy life.
Dad too. I hope he can be brave like a real man!
Amazing.
Then... what if Dad leaves?
You won't be able to see him again. Will you be sad?
I don't want Dad to leave me! He will always be my dad.
Mom will always be my mom!
Good, good.
Your dad told me you're incredible and you're very good at soccer.
You'll even be representing your school in a contest, right?
Dad always played soccer with me.
He said he would celebrate with me if I won the championship.
- Look, I didn't lie to him. - Wow!
I got this trophy at school for being the best goalkeeper.
Xiao Hang, you're incredible.
But Dad hasn't seen it yet.
Mom, why don't we go see Dad so he can see my best goalkeeper trophy?
This was a promise between me and Dad!
Astro Boy, I have water for you.
Bro Ding.
Bro Ding, don't lie to me.
You speak to me about the future.
About happiness.
Where are they?
I've failed, Bro Ding.
I've been thinking.
I think my best option would be to jump from here.
Nobody cares about me or takes pity on me.
If you don't want to live anymore, I'll jump down with you.
In fact, I wanted to end it all long ago.
I know what you're feeling.
We have no family.
We no longer have anyone to love us or dote on us.
But that day, as I stood by the river and looked at the opposite side
I saw the lights in each house turn on one by one.
I thought, "Is this it?"
"I, Ding Ren Jian, have a clear conscience"
"an innocent heart, and unrealized ambitions!"
A strange thought suddenly came to me.
"Ding Ren Jian, do you still believe in love?"
I still do.
That is what a wretch I am.
Dad!
- Enter quickly. - Thank you.
Dad, don't leave me!
You said you would always play soccer with me!
How can you go back on your word, Dad?
My good boy! I'll go home with you!
Quick, save them!
Be careful!
Pull them out!
Be careful.
Can you stand?
Son!
They seem to be okay.
Are you okay?
You scared me to death! You fell from so high up!
Are you hurt anywhere? Are you injured?
Say something!
Why are you staring at me?
You--
My motto is, "Always pay off debts."
My motto is, "Attack only if provoked. Repay kindness tenfold."
Ding Ren Jian. Nice to meet you.
An Qing Huan. Pleased to meet you too.
May we meet again sometime.
Look at how beautiful and expensive this ring is!
Wear it first before saying you don't like it.
- Wear it. What if you like it? - What are you doing?
There's no chance I'll like it! Let go!
Ever since the first day I met you, I've noticed
that you're an inconsiderate and immature woman!
I'm going to pull out all the stops today and put this ring on your finger!
Put it on! Put it on!
What do you think life is?
Isn't life just finding a way to pass the days?
A regular routine, a simple and good life with all daily necessities.
It's that simple and cliche.
That's so boring. I don't want a life like that.
Then what kind of life do you want?
Love.
Blushing, heart racing, a sense of accomplishment.
Someone to care for me when I'm tired. Someone by my side when I'm sick.
Devoted and at my beck and call.
What you're talking about is a robot.
However, if you want to be held at night, don't complain about it being cold.
Its interiors will be made of metal.
Men are all the same. Their hearts are made of metal.
Can't there be an exception?
Me!
I hope I am an exception.
I did this to modify your memories.
When you drink hot and sour soup from now on
it will no longer be your dad's hot and sour soup
or the hot and sour soup reminding you of your boyfriend
but Ding Ren Jian's hot and sour soup that you had here.
What kind of nonsensical logic is that?
I don't understand.
Hug me.
Aren't we hugging already?
Your arms aren't even around me. How is this considered a hug?
You don't even dare put your arms around me and you say you'd beat them up?
How is that the same? I definitely won't hold back on them.
- Son! - They seem to be okay.
Are you okay?
You scared me to death! You fell from so high up!
Are you hurt anywhere? Are you injured?
You--
[In Life and Love]
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