♫ Every time we make eye contact ♫
♫ stitches into the thread reserved by time ♫
♫ I will quietly remember all your secretly thoughtful considerations ♫
♫ Unintentional avoidance will be our starting point ♫
♫ Every time we reunite ♫
♫ stitches into the thread reserved by fate ♫
♫ Weaving with my fingertips, I turn them into mementos ♫
♫ of scenes that only exist because of you ♫
♫ Because I met you, bit by bit, I found myself again ♫
♫ I can now read your facial expressions ♫ ♫ From strangers, we learned to understand each other ♫
♫ Grab onto the thread of time ♫
♫ Bit by bit, we’ll be ourselves again ♫
♫ Don’t let our destined relationship ♫
♫ be separated again ♫ [Because of Meeting You]
- Episode 18 -
[Golden Thread Embroidery]
Hey, miss.
Who are you looking for?
I'm here to see Grand Lead Embroiderer Dong Li Jun.
Oh.
Okay, this way, please.
This place is very beautiful. It's just like a fairyland.
It seems so familiar.
[Searching for artist, Jin Yi Bei]
So, that drawing was of this place.
I'm really lucky to see it in person today.
What's wrong, miss?
- It's nothing.- Okay. This way, please.
Are you really okay?
I have been having headaches lately. It's nothing to be anxious about.
I see.
Come.
Come this way.
Please wait.
Grand Lead Embroiderer, there's a girl looking for you.
Let her in.
Alright.
Come in.
So she's the Golden Thread Embroidery's Grand Lead Embroiderer?
Miss,
what's your name?
My name is Zhang Guo Guo.
Why do you look so familiar?
Someone asked me to give this to you.
Oh.
This--
Isn't this Xiu Hua's embroidery?
Quickly tell me.
Where is she? Where is she now?
I don't know either.
I'm just a messenger.
- There's also a letter.- Hurry and let me see.
Mom, I'm sorry.
When I stubbornly left alone,
I must have caused you trouble.
Please forgive me, this unfilial daughter-in-law.
I couldn't be with you.
The young girl who's standing in front of you is a very talented embroiderer.
Thus, I told her to see you
in the hope that she could help you.
I will come back,
but not now.
I hope that you will accept her as your apprentice.
One day, I will muster up the courage to visit you.
Young lady, tell me now.
Where is she?
Sorry, I really don't know.
Looking at the letter,
even her handwriting is a bit different from the past.
Did she
hurt her hands?
How did you know that Teacher was in a car accident?
So, it's because of that car accident?
She didn't have them treated properly.
That's why her hands are in this condition.
It has been seventeen years.
I wonder how she has lived her life alone.
That's right. Chairman Li recommended you a few years ago.
Xiu Hua must have introduced you to him, right?
Yes. Teacher hoped that I could learn from you many years ago,
but I was delayed by some problems at home. Thus, I'm only here today.
Let's do this then. Come here next week.
I will personally teach you.
Okay, Grand-Lead Embroiderer. I will definitely work hard.
By the way, if you see Xiu Hua, you must ask how's she doing on my behalf.
Grand-Lead Embroiderer, please stay here.
I feel bad for letting you personally see me out.
If there is nothing else, I'm leaving now.
- Bye. - Bye.
Grand-Lead Embroiderer.
You personally escorted her out. Looks like you like her very much.
I should be thankful to her instead.
She brought news about Xiu Hua.
- Teacher Song? - That's right.
I must keep her by my side.
This way, I can see Xiu Hua sooner.
I know, Aunt.
I'm on the way. I will be there soon.
Okay then.
♫ Just like this, I met you ♫
♫ like it’s a miracle ♫
It seems to be her.
How did she disappear in a glance?
Was it my imagination?
♫ Only want to slowly come closer ♫
Si Chen,
you did well.
Your father will definitely be happy that you have gotten back on your feet again.
These are Xin Yi's new designs.
Help me to send this to France.
Is this for Miss Zhang again?
In consideration of our company's design team's feelings,
we shouldn't reveal her identity yet.
By the way, Si Chen,
Miss Zhang is a designer whom I've invested a lot of time and effort in.
She's currently the chief assistant for a top designer in France.
She can now stand on her own.
In the future, if there is an opportunity, I will introduce her to you.
This is the first time I've seen you compliment somebody this way.
I'm looking forward to meeting her.
When she returns from Europe, she may be your boss.
Did you say that sister-in-law send her apprentice here?
Yes, she is a very young lady.
It seems Grand-Lead Embroiderer
is going to personally accept her as her apprentice.
Seems like I can never get rid of this Song Xiu Hua.
She's seen that I've done such a good job managing Golden Thread Embroidery these past few years,
so she wants to send someone here to take part in the success.
What is the name of that young girl? Is there any way to contact her?
There isn't any. I didn't have time to find out.
Looks like Yu Xin should come back soon.
Keep watch on her.
If she makes any movements, you must let me know.
I understand.
There is still one year left in Yu Xin's contract with the French company.
Let her finish her term first before we call her to come back.
I'm still worried. I want Yu Xin to come back earlier.
Don't be suspicious.
Perhaps, that young girl is purely here to learn embroidery.
Sister-in-law recommended her. How could I not be suspicious?
Perhaps, because Yi Bei is not here, she wants to use this opportunity
to have her apprentice stay near Mother.
Then, it'll be easier for her to become the future Lead Embroiderer.
It's not as complicated as you think,
but even if Sister-in-Law has this thinking,
I will be the first to stop her.
No matter what you say, I still want Yu Xin to come back earlier.
What if Mom takes a liking to her, and appoints her as the next Lead Embroiderer?
All my hard work for many years will go to waste.
Would Mom be that clueless?
Mom even keeps a distance from Yu Xin,
even more so a newcomer.
Enough, don't think too much about it.
Since sister-in-law is going to secretly fight with me,
no matter what ideas she has,
I will definitely not let her succeed.
That rascal. Is he not here yet?
Rotten rascal, why aren't you here yet to pick up your aunt?
My beautiful Aunt, my apologies. There was a problem on the way here.
Wait for me for another twenty minutes. I will definitely be there.
If you're bored at the airport, go look at some hot guys.
Drive slowly. Bye.
- Older Brother. - Older Brother.
Didn't I tell you not to pick me up?
Big Brother, how could we not pick you up? We haven't seen you in five years.
Five years? It's just like a dream.
Big Brother, I missed you so much.
Who are those people? In a big forest, there are all sorts of different birds.
Let's go, Big Brother.
Let's go.
Is there any news about Hai Lan?
Big Brother, for the first four years, we listened to you and secretly protected Sister-in-Law,
but in the last year, we came back to China, so we couldn't continue,
but I heard from our brothers in America that she came back to China. I think her family forced her.
Hai Lan is back?
Yeah. Do you want us to find out more about her?
Forget it. With my current conditions, I don't think I can face her.
Also, stop calling her Sister-in-Law. It's not good for others to hear.
Oh, right. Big Brother, we knew you were coming back today, so we rented a house for you.
It's nearby our workplace warehouse.
Big Brother, we're not very rich, so we couldn't rent a whole house for you.
You'll just have to bear with sharing the rent with other people.
Don't think that way. I've only just came back.
I'm already satisfied with having a place to stay in an unfamiliar place. Thank you all.
Big Brother, don't say that. Your business is our business.
We'll take you to your rented house right now.
Okay.
Hello? What?
Big Brother, this is the place.
I got it.
Brother, a problem arose in the warehouse.
Ah Yang, there are issues with this morning's orders. We have to go back immediately to check.
Brother, it's inside. It's the first one by the light post on the left.
Go inside and just announce your name. I've already notified them in advance.
Okay. Work is more important, so go ahead. If I need anything, I'll call.
- Brother, we'll leave now. - Big Brother, goodbye.
Is anyone here?
Daddy!
Little girl, who are you calling for?
Le Tong!
I'm sorry, I'm not her father. I don't know her.
I apologize. This is my daughter Le Tong.
Our family has only women, so whenever men come over, she thinks it's her dad.
Then, where's her father?
It's you!
Le Tong, come back! That's so rude.
I'm sorry. Don't take her words to heart.
Hello, my name is Zhang Guo Guo.
Hello, I'm Jiang Zheng Chuan.
My friend helped me rent a room here. You must be the landlady.
I'm not the landlady, but she told me about you. Come with me.
Thank you.
Let's go.
Le Tong, Uncle will be our neighbor now. You must treat him well, understand?
Okay.
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Dad!
Hello, little girl.
Daddy, I want a piggyback ride. Hurry.
What? Right now? I'm very busy right now.
I have to hang up all those clothes into the closet.
Let's play later, okay? Good girl.
No! I want a piggyback ride.
Are you sure you want one right now?
Yes.
Okay, here. Be careful.
- Okay.- Here!
Hey, you're light. Give me your hands.
Are you ready?
One, two, three!
Piggyback ride.
Le Tong! Be careful!
Why are you riding on him? Come down.
Be careful.
Who are you?
I'm the new tenant here. I live in this room. You must be the landlady.
I'm not the landlady.
Oh, you're the new tenant.
He's my daddy now!
What nonsense are you saying?
It's okay. Kids don't mean what they say.
I'm sorry for disturbing you.
Hey, come this way.
Lead Embroiderer. Professor Jin.
Hello, teachers. Do you still remember me?
You're...
Starting today, I will be learning embroidery in Golden Thread Embroidery. Please take care of me.
Turns out the person Sister-in-Law introduced is you.
Yes. It's me. Hello, my name is Zhang Guo Guo.
Oh, I remember now. Five years ago when we went to Xiping to search for Sister-in-Law,
you said you don't know her. Why is she your teacher now?
Oh, I was only protecting Teacher, so I didn't tell the truth.
Golden Thread Embroidery isn't a place you can enter through connections,
especially liars like you. You don't have the right to be Golden Thread Embroidery's disciple.
Leave immediately.
She's my student. I invited her here.
Mom, in order to win the competition, she put Lisa Wu in danger.
Crafty people like her don't deserve to stay in Golden Thread Embroidery.
Lead Embroiderer Xu, that was--
You don't have a right to speak here.
Mom, you've always valued character when recruiting disciples. You said that
if somebody's ambitious, even an embroidery needle can become a weapon. Have you forgotten?
Go out. You don't deserve to remain here.
Hui Jie, you always think I'm inflexible
and don't accommodate to circumstances. I think you're right.
That's why I decided to accept Zhang Guo Guo as my disciple.
Even if she's made mistakes before, she should have a chance to start anew.
Since you've said so, Mom, I won't oppose,
but becoming a disciple here requires strict selection.
If she's really as great as Sister-in-Law claims,
she wouldn't be afraid to accept challenges.
Mom, Hui Jie is right. Let's first see Miss Zhang's abilities before deciding.
Zhang Guo Guo, are you willing to accept the test?
No problem. Lead Embroiderer Xu, please give your challenge.
Director Li, I'm Zhang Yu Xin. I'm already at the airport.
Why did you come back in advance?
Teacher called me back.
You should have told me in advance, so I could send a car over to pick you up.
We haven't met in a long time. Let's meet up later.
Okay. See you tonight.
Okay.
Help me reorganize and free up tonight's schedule.
Is it for a special occasion?
That female design from France suddenly came back to China. I'll introduce you two to each other later at dinner.
Okay. I'll help you cancel tonight's dinner party commitments and book a classy, high-class restaurant for you.
You understand me the best.
Oh, also, help me prepare a tie. I grabbed a random one this morning in a rush,
and the color is a little dark. I don't think it matches. If possible, prepare a bright-colored one.
Yes, Director Li. I understand. I'll go do that now.
These two are twins.
Their appearance, height, and weight are identical.
Although they're wearing the same embroidered cheongsam, one of the two dresses
received a higher score from Grand-Lead Embroiderer, and the other dress did not qualify.
You must determine which cheongsam did not qualify.
Oh, my god. They look identical and are wearing identical cheongsams.
Which one received a higher score, and which one did not qualify?
The material, silk threads,
and even the flower embroideries are the same.
Where did the problem occur?
As expected of my second daughter-in-law. In order to prevent me from speaking,
she used cheongsams I previously judged as the test.
Since you've have so long to look at the clothes, hurry and announce the answer.
If your answer is incorrect, you should leave quickly.
Can I ask you a few questions?
Okay.
The older sister usually likes warm water, and the younger sister likes cold water, right?
Correct.
The older sister has a milder personality, and the younger is more playful.
Am I correct?
- Yes. - Yes.
The older sister's hands are icy cold,
and your face is pale. From the perspective of traditional Chinese medicine,
you have a cold physique, so you better suit warm colors.
No wonder she is Xiu Hua's disciple.
Although you two were born on the same day,
everyone's physique is different. Some suit warm colors, and some suit cold colors.
That's why the older sister's physique is very compatible with this cheongsam.
If it's compatible with the older sister, you'll say it's not compatible with the younger sister, right?
No.
I think it also suits the younger sister.
What do you mean?
The younger sister has a playful personality, and this cheongsam has a bright color.
It can highlight her lively personality. That's why I think
they both suit this cheongsam.
Since you mentioned traditional Chinese medicine, you should know
that blue clothing is more suitable for people who fear the heat.
Sadly, your answer is incorrect.
Mom,
she doesn't even understand traditional Chinese medicine, yet she shows off.
How is she qualified to be your student?
It's all my fault. Please don't make it difficult for Grand-Lead Embroiderer.
I'm not knowledgeable enough. It's all my fault.
Wait! You forgot your bag!
Thank you.
I just noticed that you can't hear, right?
What?
I noticed that when you answered my questions, you'd first look at your older sister.
You're afraid of getting into accidents on the streets, so you wear bright colors,
right?
Please don't tell Lead Embroiderer about this.
If people find out about my sister's hearing problems, she might get expelled.
I'm not dumb.
But I'm telling you, of all the best natural dyes I've used before,
dyes made from turmeric is the fullest and brightest. You can try it out.
If you had menionted my deafness, you could have became Grand-Lead Embroiderer's disciple. Why did you help hide the truth for me?
What a joke. Since we all study embroidery, we're peers. I'm not that disloyal.
- Thank you.- Thank you.
I'm leaving now.
- Goodbye.- Goodbye.
Mom.
You heard it all, right? What else do you have to say?
Mom, isn't the result of this already announced?
Guo Guo didn't lose this time. Instead, you and I lost.
Mom.
Don't say more. I've already decided to take Zhang Guo Guo as my apprentice.
Go call her over.
Hey! Are you the new junior?
A-Are you standing here to specially wait for me?
Hello.
Why do you like embroidery?
I think embroidery is very magical.
In very bland clothing, after embroidering an image, those clothes become unique.
Seriously? She's so good at sucking up.
Embroidery, to many people,
is hard and boring work because you have to sit for hours on end.
Only true lovers of embroidery, once she begins,
can't bear to let go of the needle, even after 5 or 6 hours of work.
Yes. I'm also like that. Whenever I hold the needle, I won't be tired, even if I don't sleep.
Seeing you reminds me of my younger days.
I regret not having met you earlier. Why didn't you come sooner?
I'm tired and hungry. I'll go find some food.
Senior, wait.
I have some desserts that I made. Senior and Grand-Lead Embroiderer, try them out.
If you like to eat anything, tell me. I can cook everything.
I really like desserts! You understand my interests,
but eating sweets everyday means I'll have to diet.
Here. Grand-Lead Embroiderer, eat some.
You can eat.
Then, I'll try it.
Okay.
So good!
Then, eat more.
It's been so long since I've heard laughter in this room.
Yu Xin!
Teacher.
Yu Xin!
I'm glad you're back.
Teacher, I've missed you so much.
On my way back, I was thinking about Grandma's new apprentice.
What is she like?
You also know her. She's Zhang Guo Guo from Xiping.
Zhang Guo Guo?
Don't underestimate her. She has some tricks up her sleeves.
All in all, I'm worried.
Are they in the room right now? I'll go greet Grandma.
They're having a lesson. Go upstairs later.
Yu Xin, if you remain in Golden Thread Embroidery,
I won't be worried.
Teacher, don't worry.
If you need me, I'll do my best.
Zhang Guo Guo, did you want to take over my spot while I'm gone?
You just wait.
Dad.
Why are you here? Oh, right. I told you to pick up your aunt. Did you find her?
Don't mention it. Aunt had to meet someone else, and ditched me.
Why are you so careless? Who did she leave with? A man or a woman?
How would I know? She didn't tell me.
Didn't I tell you to keep an eye on her? What if she meets another con man?
Don't worry about that. Aunt broke up with that man a long time ago. I know that.
After that experience, she won't fall for it again.
Not even the emperor is anxious, so don't be like an anxious eunuch.
You rascal, are you calling me a eunuch?
No. I should say, the eunuch is not anxious, but the emperor is. You're the emperor!
- Emperor!- You rascal.
Oh, right. Have you heard about Zhang Guo Guo?
No. Why?
She's studying as an apprentice in Golden Thread Embroidery now.
Really?
Turns out I didn't see wrong.
Why did she go there?
It's all your Aunt Song Xiu Hua's plan. I don't understand what's great about her.
- Your aunt...- Zhang Guo Guo,
you didn't tell me Aunt's whereabouts before.
You can't escape this time.
Hey, dad. Is she in Golden Thread Embroidery right now?
I think so.
Okay.
Hey! Where are you going? I still have questions for you.
Aiya, this rascal.
No gas?
What will I do?
Mister Gao, my dad doesn't need his car before work ends, right?
No.
Then, great. Stop wiping the car. I'll go wash it for him.
This... No. Chairman said this is his new car. I can't casually lend it to others.
Look at you. I finally have a chance to prove myself to my dad, but you won't let me.
Enough, give the keys to me. Listen to me. Hurry!
- Don't worry. I'll come back right after washing it.- Okay.
Be careful!
Don't worry.
Guo Guo, look at this cheongsam.
What's the difference between this method of embroidery and others?
This one was embroidered with the eyelet embroidery technique.
You know about eyelet embroidery?
Actually, I'm not familiar with it. I've just seen other people do it.
You first use the eyelet blade to carve out its shape,
and then bound the edges with thread. Is that correct?
Correct.
Grandma.
I'm back.
- Why are you back?- It's Sister.- I missed you too much, so I came back in advance.
When did she come back? Don't be nervous, Zhang Guo Guo.
- You didn't do anything wrong.- This is your granddaughter who's working in Europe?
- Yes.- Oh.
Have we met before?
Oh,
I think we've met before somewhere.
Grandma. No, I meant, Grand-Lead Embroiderer,
it's not convenient for us to continue with the lesson today. I'll leave now.
Okay. You can go back first.
Grandma, I'll go out with you tomorrow.
I haven't seen you in so long. I have so many things to tell you.
This...
Alright.
Lead Embroiderer Xu.
Wait a minute.
I was the one who told Zhang Yu Xin to come back. You don't need to waste your efforts anymore.
Excuse me. I don't think I understand what you mean.
Like I said, the only one in this family who can succeed Golden Thread Embroidery
is my daughter Jin Yi Bei.
Even if she never comes back, there's still my apprentice Zhang Yu Xin.
It will never be you or the person scheming behind you.
Go back and tell her to stop wasting her efforts.
Turns out you called her back to chase me away.
Lead Embroiderer Xu, you don't need to waste your efforts on me.
No matter what, I will stay here and continue learning from Grand-Lead Embroiderer.
As for Golden Thread Embroidery's successor...
I'm really not interested.
You're quite confident with your words.
When you're kicked out of Golden Thread Embroidery, don't blame me for not warning you.
I'm not someone who gives up easily.
Lead Embroiderer, thank you for the motivation. I will work harder from now on.
Junior!
Lead Embroiderer Xu.
Junior! Wait for me!
Junior!
Wait for me.
You know that girl called Yu Xin?
We're not close.
She's Lead Embroiderer's apprentice.
They're as close as mother and daughter.
If you want to stay at Golden Thread Embroidery with smooth sailing,
you need to get on her good side.
I'm just here to learn embroidery, why do I need to get on her good side?
Why are you so stubborn?
Besides, how much can you earn from embroidery?
It's just for showing off. No need to be so serious.
Oh right! Your dessert-making skills
will earn you a living.
Would you be willing to work part-time at my house?
Don't worry. I won't take advantage of you in pay.
I barely have time to learn embroidery. When will I have time for part time job?
Junior, just think of it as you're helping me.
The people in my family
are such picky eaters.
We keep going through maids.
In the end, I've become the maid who's worked the longest.
What if I gave you worker's insurance?
My mom made those desserts.
Your mom is fine, too!
When you get home, ask if your mom is willing to do it.
If she's willing, she can start tomorrow.
Once the trial period is over, we can sign a contract.
Here's my business card.
My number is on there. Go home and ask your mom.
I'll wait for your response.
I'll wait for your response!
Zhang Guo Guo.
Be quick. I'm busy.
You dare to speak me that way now? You've become capable, huh?
I'm doing this for your benefit. This family is not easy to fool.
If they see us speaking one-on-one,
and suspect our relationship, how will you explain yourself?
- Mom came to Zhenhu?- Why does that matter to you?
Who are you?
You left and only gave us one letter. It's been five years. Did you ever call home?
Don't you know how worried Mom was about you?
Starting today, you can walk down your sunshine road, and we'll walk down our single-plank bridge.
We won't bother each other. Goodbye.
Zhang Guo Guo, because you shamelessly came to Golden Thread Embroidery,
I lost my great opportunity of progressing in France.
What are you? Who gives you the right to interfere with my life?
Zhang Yu Xin, I understand what kind of person you are.
You are so selfish that you can reject your biological mother and sister.
Would you give up on your amazing future just for Golden Thread Embroidery?
You dare to mock me now?
You went overseas and painted yourself in gold. Now that you're back,
your habit of making threatening gestures still hasn't changed.
Don't you tell other people that you're an orphan?
You're not my sister, so who gives you the right to lecture me?
Alright, Zhang Guo Guo. You've become more and more formidable.
But listen up: no matter how you argue back,
in the future, you can't come in here
because you don't have the right to walk the same path as me. You don't deserve it!
That's right. I don't deserve it,
but I won't obey you like before.
I need to raise a family and plan for my future now.
You're the dignified disciple of Lead Embroiderer Xu, a genius who returned from overseas,
yet you're afraid of a country bumpkin like me.
Zhang Guo Guo, I'm telling you,
you must leave, or else bad things will be waiting for you.
If you don't sin against your conscience in the morning, it won't haunt you at night.
If you lie too much, you'll eventually be exposed.
Remember: if you don't play underhanded tricks,
for the sake of Mom, I won't expose your lies.
Otherwise...
Zhang Guo Guo?
I think she's become prettier.
I didn't do anything wrong. Why did I hide?
♫ Just like this, I met you ♫
♫ like it’s a miracle ♫
♫ We’re unwilling to wake each other up ♫
♫ Only want to slowly come closer ♫
Why is it following me?
Did Lead Embroiderer Xu send it to follow me home to find Teacher?
Teacher,
I just spoke with Zhang Guo Guo and persuaded her to leave Golden Thread Embroidery.
I told her she'll deepen the conflict between you and Grandma, if she stays.
I also said I'd introduce a new embroidery job for her to learn at.
What did she say?
She said that since she's here, she won't easily give up.
She wants to use Golden Thread Embroidery as a stepping stool
to later reach the peaks of the embroidery industry.
She's so arrogant. She's so young, yet so ambitious.
[Golden Thread Embroidery]
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♫ Treat the rain as an envelope, ♫
♫ covering the sky that all belongs to you ♫
♫ Shyly, I lower my reserved face ♫
♫ and tell you about the love that I imagine ♫
♫ Who uses fireworks as eyes, ♫
♫ landing on all the footsteps that are chasing after you? ♫
♫ Yet I can’t let go of my original thoughts ♫
♫ The permeable air and courage are both near and far ♫
♫ I can’t let go ♫
♫ because I met you ♫
♫ Even if there’s no reason, ♫
♫ we must have come into each other’s life ♫
♫ I am still looking ♫
♫ because you have stopped, ♫
♫ yet I still can’t forget ♫
♫ our meeting ♫
♫ Because of you ♫
♫ I still can’t forget ♫
♫ our meeting ♫