Subtitles by DramaFever
[In Life and Love]
[Episode 34]
She's really coming out.
Hello, Ms. Cai.
An Qing Huan, you need to answer my question.
Ask.
What did you put in the soup?
Turmeric, milkvetch, red sage, millettia
safflower, peach bamboo, Szechuan lovage, female ginseng, atractylodes rhizome
white atractylodes, malt, and mulberry twigs.
When I first heard about your secret, I wondered
why someone who was once so passionate about food
would eat this kind of food every day.
It must be because there is a problem with your taste buds.
It must've been a very long time since you last experienced
the feeling of your taste buds singing and your heart dancing.
So, I treated your illness.
The medicine I used
can restore your taste buds for a brief period of time
but it is not a long-term solution.
If you want to be completely cured
you will have to give up heavily salted, pickled, and spicy foods.
Only then can your taste buds slowly recover
and allow you to walk farther on the culinary path.
I have one more question.
Why did you make hot and sour soup?
You could have added your medicine into any exquisite dish.
Wouldn't that have won me over more easily?
There have been two men in this world who have made hot and sour soup for me.
One was my father.
He used this soup to tell me
what separation and coldness are.
There is a flavor in this world that is spicy and sour.
I don't like this flavor.
Another man made the same soup for me.
But, he told me what warmth, love, and flavor are.
Ms. Cai, there is one line from an ancient Chinese poem that goes
"The best flavors on Earth are simple joys."
That's me. My name is An Qing Huan. (Qing Huan means "simple joy.")
Please give me a chance to walk farther down this path.
Thank you.
I got it! I told you I'd get it!
- Wow, a qualification apron! - I advanced to the next round!
You're so cool. I never imagined you'd think of such a method.
That's as good as a slap to Ms. Cai's face.
A beautiful slap. A satisfying slap.
Actually, I just wanted to help her, just like how you helped me back then.
Was that the moment you fell in love with me?
Did I say I loved you?
We're both adults.
Shouldn't we take a big step forward in our relationship?
Who is it? It's always at this moment!
It's not Zhai Zhi Wei, is it?
Party pooper.
- Who are you looking for? - I'm looking for Ding Ren Jian.
Who are you?
My son.
Dad.
Man Yi.
Man Yi?
Man Yi.
Man Yi?
It's me.
Man Yi is with me. Don't panic.
- Where are you guys? - Don't panic.
We're heading to your place. We'll be there in 10 minutes.
Okay.
Let me say this first. He was just missing me and came to see me.
Don't be mad at him.
- Okay. - See you in a bit.
Man Yi, you didn't pull this off very well.
If you missed me, you should've just told your mom.
Ma'am, there's a young lady who wants to come in and speak with you.
Ms. Song.
Are you here to see me or my husband?
Neither.
I'll be heading off to Australia in a week.
The only thing I want to do before I leave
is take a walk down memory lane
and retrieve something very important.
I don't understand what you mean.
Everything looks the same.
Nothing has changed just because the lady of the house has.
The fourth step on the staircase still creaks, doesn't it?
The air conditioning in the living room
is especially noisy after it's been on for a while.
When it's too loud, Tang can't sleep well.
When he doesn't sleep well, he has a bad temper.
I really shouldn't have trusted the salesman
in buying this brand of air conditioner.
Oh, right.
Is the toilet flush valve in the master bathroom loose again?
I've mentioned this many times to the property management
but they always find various reasons to delay fixing it.
All in all, everything is still the same.
Oh, right! There's just a new sofa.
This is Chairman Tang's weird quirk.
He always likes to change sofas along with people.
This sofa isn't as comfortable as the old one.
Are the coffee beans still the same as the ones Chairman--
What is your point?
I was able to live in this house.
Later, I took my luggage and left
and watched as you all moved in one after another.
So, I made a decision.
I came today to tell you the truth.
The truth about what?
When I left here with my luggage
Tang Xiao Gang searched my luggage.
However, he never imagined...
the thing he was most afraid I would take with me
had been hiding right in front of his eyes.
This flash drive
contains all accounting records of Tang Enterprise.
You are a smart woman.
By looking at where Tang Xiao Gang is today
you should know what he has done in the past.
I once thought
if he betrayed and dumped me one day
I would release all the evidence to the public in exchange for my dignity.
But, Sister... May I call you Sister?
It was only in the very last moment that I realized
I am just a pitiful and vain woman.
In the decision between dignity and an easy and comfortable life
I chose the latter.
Besides, I was with him for four years.
He treated me coldly
but I'd already chosen him to be my man.
I realized I couldn't bring myself to destroy him.
What exactly do you want to destroy?
Do you want to destroy the love and marriage he and I have?
Sister...
If there really is love and a marriage
I definitely won't be able to destroy them.
But what if they were just a pretense?
Explain yourself.
Do you know why Tang Xiao Gang married you?
You may leave now.
Okay.
I'll listen to you and leave.
We're both women. Take care.
So many years have passed.
I am now Ding Ren Jian's wife.
I always will be.
Mrs. Tang.
You also have to remember one thing.
Starting today, there is no "you and him."
Only us.
Go back inside.
Lin Yue.
What's wrong?
It's nothing.
I brought Man Yi back.
Ding Man Yi, come here.
You have guts now, don't you?
You can leave the house without telling me now, can't you?
We're giving you too much allowance.
You have money to take a cab and act like a young master, don’t you?
You go wherever you want now.
Do you have no parents now? Nobody to discipline you?
Listen up, Ding Man Yi. You're not of age yet.
Before you turn 18
everything you do must go through my approval first!
Are you still my mom?
It's like you now belong to my new dad!
I'm unhappy!
What did you say?
Shut your mouth. What are you saying?
- I'm not shutting up! - Say that again.
I'll say it again!
You're not my mom! You belong to my new dad!
Say that again!
What are you doing?
You're raising a hand against him? What did you say before?
Who said to never hit a child, no matter how angry you are?
What is going on?
How come I didn't know we had a guest over?
Tang Xiao Gang, stop throwing your weight around.
I was dropping off Man Yi. It has nothing to do with Lin Yue.
Was I asking you?
I'm asking my wife.
Lin Yue, why is he here?
He's leaving now.
You may leave now.
Okay.
What goes on between you two is none of my business.
But I'm warning you!
I'd better not find out you took out your anger on my son!
Dad, don't leave!
Man Yi, come here.
You stay here!
I have questions for you.
Perfect. I have questions for you too.
What's going on? Can you tell me now?
Why did you come see me?
I think Mom is very unhappy.
She's unhappy? Are you kidding?
Look at the outfit she's wearing.
It would take three months of my wages to afford that outfit.
Your mom can wear a new outfit every day now.
Then there are her accessories. That bracelet and large diamond ring.
I can't afford those even if I sell my kidneys.
There's also this big house.
It's at least 10 times as large as our old house.
Don't tell me you don't like living here. That would sound so fake.
I was quite happy in the beginning.
My room is so big and I have so many new toys.
Uncle Tang is indeed more generous than you.
How can you compare us? He's so rich.
After a few days though, I became more and more unhappy
because Uncle Tang doesn't actually like me.
But he likes Mom.
It'd be okay if he made Mom happy.
But that's not the case either.
What is it, then?
Think about it yourself.
Hey! You're keeping it from me?
I don't understand what goes on with you adults anyway.
Sometimes, I don't understand either.
Tell me.
What's the meaning of this?
I had thought there was no need to explain to you.
But it would be good to let you know.
I have completely dealt with this woman.
She's flying to Australia next week and will no longer be in contact with me.
You had a partner. Why did you still choose me?
Whether it is age, looks, or figure, she doesn't lose to me in any aspect.
Did you choose me because of love?
Love?
Do you still believe in love, Lin Yue?
Why wouldn't I?
If you believed in love
you wouldn't have left Ding Ren Jian.
All right, go back inside. I have to leave.
Dad, can't you stay with me for a night?
How can I?
This is your mom and stepdad's house.
Would it be appropriate for me to be here?
You're my real father.
A real father isn't worth anything now.
Stay here with your mom.
Protect her. Don't let anyone bully her.
Dad, are you not going to protect me and Mom?
Man Yi, your mom and I are divorced.
Even if I want to protect you two, I can't.
Is it that you can't protect us, or do you want to protect someone else?
What do you mean?
The woman I saw earlier with big eyes and long hair.
She's your new girlfriend, isn't she?
- Don't ask about adult business. - I have to ask.
If she becomes my new mom
then, adding in Uncle Tang, I'll have two moms and two dads.
What is this nonsense?
Are you okay? Tang Xiao Gang didn't make things difficult, did he?
You two didn't have a fight, did you?
Ding Ren Jian.
Thank you for bringing Man Yi back.
However, I'd like to ask you to do something.
What is it? I'll help if I can.
I want Man Yi to stay with you for the night.
I'll pick him up tomorrow.
There are some things I want to take care of tonight.
Will that be okay?
All right. I want to spend time with Man Yi too.
It's just that my living arrangements are a bit simple right now.
I'm living at someone else's place.
I'm afraid he'll be uncomfortable with that.
I won't. I want to go with you.
- Don't complain you're suffering later. - I promise I won't!
What's that look for?
We are still friends. If you have any problems, you can call me.
You haven't forgotten my number, have you?
All right, let's go.
Give me your backpack.
- We're taking off now. - Bye, Mom.
Bye.
Bye, Mom!
So that's the situation.
His mom asked me and I couldn't refuse.
She said she'll be picking him up tomorrow morning.
It's okay. I actually really like children too.
Thank Auntie quickly. Introduce yourself to her.
Hello, Auntie. My name is Ding Man Yi. I'm seven years old and in first grade.
It's very nice to meet you.
Don't you have manners? You don't look at who you're talking to?
It's okay. Just be casual at home. Just keep it casual.
Dad, it's time for me to drink milk.
He's still drinking milk?
His mom spoiled him. He was weaned off milk later than everyone else.
He throws a tantrum if he doesn't drink milk three times a day.
He needs to drink a glass of warm milk before bed every day.
We don't have any milk.
Man Yi, let's discuss this.
Why don't you go without milk tonight? I'll buy it for you tomorrow morning.
No, Mom said I need to drink milk.
I'm growing.
If you don't give me milk, I can't sleep at night.
If I can't sleep, I won't be able to pay attention in class tomorrow.
If I don't pay attention in class, I'll fail my exams.
If I fail my exams, Mom will scold me.
Did his mom teach him that?
He can recite it so easily.
That's all right. It's just milk.
- I'll go buy it for you. - No, no.
- It's so late at night. I'll go. - I'll go.
- It's okay, I'll go. - I'll go.
Let Dad go buy it. You can give me a shower.
Why would you make her do that? I'll give you a shower when I get back.
I don't want you to. Your hands are so rough.
It hurts so much every time you give me a shower.
Little brat! You've learned to be so picky!
It's okay.
It's just a shower. How hard can it be?
I've never been a mother, but I am a woman and can take care of a child.
Go on. I have this covered.
- I'll go get money. - No, I have some.
- Is 100 yuan enough? - Yes.
- I'm going, then. - Okay.
Be good.
Can we start your shower now?
All right.
Okay, little buddy.
I'll help you shower now, okay?
Auntie, can you not call me "little buddy"?
Sorry. Why don't I call you Man Yi?
No. Mom and Dad call me Man Yi. You can't call me Man Yi.
Then, what would you like me to call you?
Ding Man Yi. Please call me by my full name.
And add "Mr." to that.
Mr. Ding Man Yi. Okay? Let's start your shower now.
Is it okay to use this towel?
No, I want to use a new towel.
A new one?
That's fine too.
A new one... I have one.
A new towel! Let me wash it first.
Mom said a new towel has to be soaked in hot water first
or it will be bad for the body.
Soaked in hot water?
Okay, wait here for me.
Don't go anywhere. I'll be back.
All right, hot water. Be careful. This is hot.
Don't touch this. It's very hot and dangerous.
- Dad is back. - Is he?
Give me a second. I'll go get the door.
Wait for me. Don't touch this. It's dangerous.
Sorry, I forgot to bring the key.
- Was he being difficult? - No, he's very obedient.
It really wasn't on purpose.
He said he wanted a shower so I helped him.
I grabbed a new towel for him
and Man Yi said it had to be soaked in hot water first.
So, I got the electric kettle.
Then, you happened to ring the doorbell.
I left him for a moment and he got burnt.
Yes, it is mainly my fault.
If I had taken the key when I left, this wouldn't have happened.
Didn't the doctor say it's just a minor injury?
He'll be fine in a few days.
I still feel like I let you down.
I just wanted to help you. I didn't think he would get hurt.
I know. Don't worry.
What do we do now? How do we tell his mom?
His mom gave Man Yi to you for the night and he got burnt.
How will you tell her?
It's okay. I'll tell her I did it.
Dad, my hand hurts!
Your hand hurts? I'll blow on it.
Man Yi, I'm sorry. I really didn't mean for this to happen.
It still hurts!
Is it better now?
I want to talk to you.
There's nothing to talk about.
I'm not talking about what happened today.
Didn't you say it's over between you two?
I believe you.
But that's not the root of the problem between us.
And what's that?
Perhaps, it's because of Ding Ren Jian.
Don't mention him to me again.
It's not that I insist on bringing him up.
If it's not because of him, then it's even better, of course.
If there's a problem, just tell me. We can try to fix it.
If you keep going on like this, it's difficult for me too.
I have been feeling unwell lately.
I really don't want to fight with you.
If you're unwell, go get checked at the hospital.
Don't keep talking about useless things to me.
Why have you been talking to me like this lately?
You weren’t like this before.
Before?
In your eyes, haven't I always been the person who only wants to win?
I've already won you. What more do you want me to do?
That's what you really think?
That's what you think.
Let's not talk. Go to sleep.
Sleep, then.
All right, Man Yi. You've had milk and a shower.
Go to sleep.
And when you see your mom tomorrow, don't say Auntie did this to your hand.
Just say I did it.
Are you telling me to lie?
Fine, fine. Just tell the truth, then.
She'll just yell at me. Go to sleep.
Dad.
You're not sleeping with me?
You scared Auntie out of her mind today.
I need to comfort her.
Go to sleep first. I'll be back soon.
All right, go to sleep.
Sleep tight.
I haven't seen you smile since we came back from the hospital.
I know this was hard for you.
I've now realized
even if I'm to be a stepmother, I'm still far from acceptable.
What? Are you admitting you can't do it?
Am I the kind of person who would admit defeat so easily?
There you go. There's the An Qing Huan I know.
The more you're brought down, the braver you become.
That's what I love about you.
What are you doing?
- I need to pee. - Go, then!
Come back here. Why are you wearing sunglasses?
Mom said I can't watch any drama scenes that are unsuitable for children.
Every time such a scene comes on, she puts sunglasses on me.
I'm her good son. I obey her.
Just let it go. He's injured. Go to bed with him.
- Go, go, go. - I don't believe it. I'm kissing you.
- Just go on. - I'm kissing you.
There are some things I don't want to keep from you.
You must be intelligent to be my woman. Just enough is fine.
I'm heading to work now.
I hope everything will be like usual when I get back.
Ms. Lin, I have to tell you
your current situation isn't looking very good.
Just be direct. I am prepared.
Your condition has worsened and it is very severe.
I hope you can arrange time to be hospitalized as soon as possible.
We need to conduct a comprehensive examination
and monitor your condition at all times.
I can't...
At least, not today.
I have to pick up my son.
You made it.
Lin Yue, I have to come clean to you about something.
When I was giving Man Yi a shower last night
I accidentally burnt his hand.
Don't worry! We saw the doctor yesterday and he said it's nothing serious.
He'll be fine after applying ointment.
His skin is still as soft as before. There won't be a scar.
Move. Let me see.
Is he hurt anywhere else?
No, it's just the hand.
Is that true, Man Yi? Is it what your dad said?
It wasn't Dad who did this. It was that woman.
What woman?
Ask Dad.
Ding Ren Jian, I only gave Man Yi to you for one night and you left him injured?
I haven't even hurt one finger of his since he was born.
Now you're giving him back to me wrapped in gauze?
Man Yi said it was a woman.
Tell me. What kind of woman would do such an evil thing to my son?
You know our son well. Would anyone be able to do anything to him?
We're lucky if he doesn't do anything to others.
Mom is right. She did an evil thing to me.
The adults are talking. Stay out of it.
Why can't he talk? My son is telling the truth!
The truth?
Children only speak the truth.
Ask him what actually happened.
Tell your mom what happened yesterday.
Don't you like her?
It's because of that woman that you don't want me and Mom now!
Ding Ren Jian, I don't care if you're seeking a new life
but I never thought you would neglect your son!
You're too disappointing!
- Mom! Mom, what's wrong? - Lin Yue, what's the matter?
- Mom! What's wrong? - Lin Yue, what wrong?
It's nothing. Don't touch me.
- Mom. - I'm fine.
What's going on?
- Why don't we go to the hospital? - I'm okay.
It's probably...
It's probably because I didn't sleep well. I'm a bit lightheaded.
Ding.
Can I ask you to do something?
Tell me.
I might have to go on a business trip for a few days.
I want to leave Man Yi with you for a few days.
But, can you guarantee...
that this won't happen again?
Yesterday really was an accident.
He's my son, not someone else. I'm his father.
Ding Ren Jian, I trust you.
Whether you are seeking a new life or building a new family...
it's none of my business.
But, Man Yi is still our child.
In case...
In case I'm not here one day...
he will have to live with you.
Why are you saying such depressing things all of a sudden?
Go take care of your business. Leave Man Yi here. Don't worry.
Man Yi.
Can you be with your dad?
Dad, don't worry. I won't let anyone bully me.
Good boy.
Come.
Let's go.
If you don't feel fine, you should see a doctor.
Be good, Man Yi.
Be safe.
Let's go.
Mrs. Tang, where are we going now?
To the hospital.
I took you two out to dinner today to announce something.
Man Yi, don't touch.
Starting today, Man Yi will be staying with us for a while.
Man Yi, you have to know the owner of this house is Auntie An.
Auntie An is a beautiful, kind, generous, proper--
Enough, enough. Use new adjectives next time. You always say the same thing.
In any case, we have to thank Auntie An for unconditionally taking us in.
But, I also ask that you believe
Ding Man Yi is a sincere, kind, smart, cute--
Dad, enough.
Anyway, we'll be living together for a while.
I don't know for how long
but while his mom is away for business
we'll have to live under the same roof and build a harmonious life together.
- Can we eat pizza now? - Dig in.
Go ahead. You go ahead.
Be careful. It's hot.
- Eat this. - Thank you.
Eat up.
He's so cute. Very lovable.
You need to believe that you are the best!
You are number one.
You were born for this stage. You are bound to stand on this stage!
You will succeed.
Master, will he come?
He will come because he is your father.
You got this!
You're a liar, Master.
I knew he wouldn't come.
In his eyes, I am a failure.
Don't be sad. Go home to take a hot shower and go to sleep.
Tomorrow will be a brand new day.
Leave the rest to me.
I have to think about what you will be doing now.
[In Life and Love]
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