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[Old Boy]
[Episode 14]
Hello, everybody. I am Wu Zheng.
Let me tell you about
an example of failing to abide by the aviation handbook.
I'm a captain who began flying 15 years before you all.
You all graduated from the flight academy
so you should know learning to fly a plane is a dull yet challenging task.
I won't talk to you about the regulations and restrictions.
I'll tell you a story.
This was several years ago, when I was just a bit older than you all
and had only been flying for a few years.
We had entered cruising altitude
so it was a rather quiet period with the passengers resting.
It was at this time that Number 3 from the service crew
brought coffee to me in the cockpit.
There wasn't much going on so I let Number 3 stay to chat.
It's important to be on good terms with the flight crew.
Maintaining friendly relations is an important lesson.
You will experience this on your own later.
I've forgotten what we were talking about but I got very excited
and I ended up slapping my hand on my thigh as I was talking.
I looked down and saw my hand was in the wrong place.
I had put my hand on Number 3's thigh.
Number 3 looked at me and I looked at Number 3.
Then Number 3 lifted her head, looked at me and slowly said
"Captain Wu, do you know what is"
"Article 24 on page 4 of our aviation handbook?"
She seemed to have a strange expression.
I thought I must have made a mistake or said something.
I asked her to go back out since there might be a passenger in need of service.
Once she left, I quickly flipped open the aviation handbook.
This was Article 24 on page 4.
Members of the service crew
must unconditionally follow the captain's directives.
Get it?
Unconditionally comply with the captain's handling and judgment.
That's when I had regrets. Why didn't I read the handbook earlier?
Number 3 was actually hinting at something!
This is just a joke. Don't take it seriously.
That's the end of my story.
Next, Captain Zheng will talk about something positive!
Welcome!
Boss, please sign off on this bill.
- What's this? - The goods from last time.
Okay.
Boss, these are the remaining expenses. Sign here.
How much is it?
Still writing it?
All right.
And this too, Boss Shi.
Is it April Fool's Day?
It's World Poverty Relief Day.
I never thought I'd reach the end of the line and borrow money from you.
- Can I eat this? - It won't kill you.
What is a captain doing borrowing money from me?
What kind of trouble are you in?
My house was flooded a while ago.
Repairs and compensation is a total of over 20,000 yuan.
I only have about 10,000 yuan in my bank account.
Xiao Han sold his precious dog and got about 10,000 yuan.
That's still not enough.
I told you a pilot is a profession for the young since it's paid by the hour.
You don't have any savings!
You bought Auntie Wen's house for her, didn't you?
You can't even support your own son.
That house is so far away. You sure are generous.
Do you have money? Give it to me.
Get your phone.
I've transferred money.
The money I earned from a performance hasn't even settled in yet.
Don't look down on my shows.
When you become an old man and want to work for me, I'll be turning you away.
It's hot.
How's Xiao Han?
He's back.
The paternity test was wrong.
I knew it. How could Xiao Han not be your son?
That paternity test concerns you.
Do you remember you came to visit me when Xiao Han first came?
You were smoking in front of me and I told you to stop because I just quit.
You left cigarette butts behind though.
Fei Wen Li took your cigarette butts and Xiao Han's toothbrush for the test.
It's all a big mix-up.
Why are you wearing broken shoes?
Xiao Han's dog chewed it.
I can't believe he really sold the dog just to pay off the debt.
Look at how poor you are. Why don't I lend you some?
I won't give you that chance.
How's it going at work? When do you get to fly again?
Anytime now.
Starting tomorrow, I have to report in daily
and show them my good attitude.
I say you shouldn't put all your eggs in one basket.
A tree will die if moved, but a person might thrive.
You should look for something better.
Don't you have a senior named Dong? Look into where he's working.
I don't want to look around.
I'm just in hibernation.
I'm going to spread my wings and soar in a few days. Very soon.
In a few days?
Your nose will grow if you keep talking.
Say...
I've been working at this company ever since I graduated.
I've been flying for over a dozen years.
I originally thought I'd be working here my whole life.
I never imagined it would turn out this way.
Why am I telling you this?
Why are you telling me this?
- I'm leaving. - Get out of here.
What about Xiao Han's school?
Why? I really have enough money.
Don't get any ideas about giving money to Xiao Han.
If you want to give more money, you can come to me.
What if I have ideas about his teacher?
Which teacher?
The one that went to your house.
That woman? She's super bad luck.
She also has an unusual boyfriend.
No matter what bad luck she is, she still has to pay for my car repairs.
You can find the address online.
Is this how you should be treating your creditor?
Hold on to that IOU.
If you lose it, you can't blame me for defaulting.
I'll be framing it.
I'll hang it in the living room.
Ms. Ye, the witness is here.
- Okay, I'll be right there. - All right.
I've looked over the information you sent me.
What is your primary demand?
I'm not asking for a redistribution of profits.
I just want to regain management rights to the company.
Ding Fang Ru really doesn't have the ability to manage the company.
I can't watch as the foundation I built becomes sacrificed in a failed marriage.
In the divorce agreement, you promised to transfer a portion of your company shares
but have not signed an equity transfer agreement
and haven't completed transfer procedures.
Therefore, you are still the company's lawful representative.
This is very advantageous for us.
We can apply for a retrial.
Okay. You can decide what to do.
I just have one tiny request.
Try not to hurt the benefits of mother and son.
I just want back management rights.
I hope the company's revenue
can still provide them with superior living standards.
Then I suggest you have a friendly discussion with Ding Fang Ru
to buy back some of the company's shares
and come up with a supplemental agreement regarding asset distribution.
The company can only prosper by bringing in profit.
If you explain this to her, she should be able to understand.
Friendly discussion?
If she were a reasonable person, we wouldn't be here now.
Ms. Ye, you don't know this but she...
is very impervious to reason.
Impervious to reason?
Can you give me an example?
A few years ago, she began to become overly suspicious of me
and make groundless accusations.
She kept thinking that I was having affairs with every woman by my side.
You can laugh if you want.
She would devise ways and means to gift a Gucci perfume to
the company's secretaries, colleagues, and partners
and any women in contact with me.
Then she would know who I was with from the scent when I came home.
Later on, the office's female employees became afraid of even speaking with me
much less work with me.
Everybody in the company knows I have a very jealous wife.
My business partners make fun of me with this.
I'm the head of a corporation.
I became a laughingstock in the industry.
How ridiculous is that?
She is so paranoid and overly suspicious She likely has a mental illness.
You should take her to see a psychologist.
In the beginning, I just thought she was excessively concerned about our marriage.
That's why I thought it was understandable
if she was a bit paranoid with the things she said.
We're a married couple after all.
Later on, I realized that wasn't the case.
She became increasingly hysterical.
She became suspicious and jealous of me with no reason or justification.
She was driving me crazy.
It got to the point that I had no choice but to avoid her.
I wouldn't return home only once every two weeks.
As time went on, our relationship faded away.
In the end...
divorce was unavoidable.
Since she had such severe mental issues
why didn't you tell me when you were going through the divorce?
When you were fighting for custody over your son
I had thought it was just for the money.
It seems I was mistaken.
It's all right.
We had been married for so many years.
I cannot escape the blame for this failed marriage.
Besides, she has to continue living and our son will live with her.
Then she will receive more care.
However, she has made a mess of the company.
This is no longer just a matter of management rights.
This concerns the livelihoods of hundreds of employees.
I'm only doing this because I have no other choice.
I understand all this.
I am your attorney.
That's why I hope you will be honest with me from now on.
Only then can I provide a rational analysis.
Don't worry. I will do my best to help you acquire the rights you deserve.
Thank you.
What are you busy with?
Are you job-hopping?
Didn't you say you were enjoying this three-month vacation?
The ear pressure is so uncomfortable when I fly all the time.
I'm afraid you'll feel annoyed when that pressure eases.
What did you say?
I said the texture of the newly arrived coffee beans doesn't feel that great.
I brewed a cup for you. Try it.
Let me do that.
You were careless on a few questions. Take a look.
Ke Man, not bad.
Quite good.
Was your mind wandering during the test?
- What happened? - Yu Da, not bad.
- It's nothing. - Keep it up.
Just some mistakes.
How can it be okay? Were you not paying attention during class?
Here you go.
Take a look at your mistakes.
Hello, Senior.
Zheng Zheng, what's going on?
Have you received the email I sent you? You haven't replied.
Look, it's not publicly known yet that we're hiring a captain.
I secretly leaked this news to you.
You're the first to know. We haven't publicly announced this yet.
I've seen it.
When this position at Ao Da Airlines is released
your welcome mat will be worn thin.
I'm glad you know that.
I want to share the goods with my own people.
Come on over here so I can put you to good use.
I understand.
But...
I'm doing fine where I'm working.
I don't have plans to get a new job.
How are you doing fine?
I could understand if you turned me down before.
You were the cream of the crop at Tian Ji.
You were highly skilled and had a bright future.
But you're not allowed to fly now.
If you're not allowed to fly as a pilot, then what use do you have?
Listen to me and come over here.
Whether it be compensation or potential for growth
we can definitely offer more than Tian Ji.
Trust me on this.
Hello?
Say something. Have you turned mute?
Why am I more impatient than you are?
Zheng Zheng, I'm your senior, not your dad.
Why am I so worried about you?
All right, I won't force you.
Think on it. I'll give you this warning though.
Not everyone is presented with such a good opportunity.
You must make good use of it. You hear me?
I know. Thank you.
Thank you.
Are you thinking about your grades?
It matters a lot to you, doesn't it?
No. My mind was just wandering.
Let's go practice some more.
What for?
I'll be at school a lot. We can practice whenever we want.
Have you thought about how you'll deal with your mom with these grades?
I would have a hard time too with those grades.
I'm not afraid. Why are you?
If she dares to scold me, I'll run away from home.
Don't copy me. Can you stand the cold at underpasses?
Without your mom and cut off from money
you wouldn't even be able to afford an express motel.
Then I'll go to my dad.
This is very effective.
If my mom tries anything, I'll tell her
"Mom, I'm going to Dad."
She'll just keep an eye on where I go but leave me well alone.
You have that up your sleeve?
Oh, right. Here. Take this.
What's this? A love letter for me?
You wish.
Why are you giving me money? Where did you get so much money?
This is my secret stash.
It'll come in handy the next time you run away from home.
Hold it right there! I'm not running away from home again.
Besides, isn't this secret stash still money from your mom?
Secret stash? Take it back.
I couldn't help you out last time.
You had to go through staying at an underpass and inn.
You even sold Oscar. I feel so bad about that.
Just take it.
Enough, buddy. I'm happy enough to hear you say that.
Take your money back.
I don't need it. Really.
How's this?
This money isn't safe with me in case my mom finds out.
Hold on to it for me. We can use it when need.
Our secret fund.
Ms. Lin wants to see you.
She's looking for you. Hurry.
- Me? - Zhou Zhou.
Who?
I don't know.
Me?
Tell me what's going on.
Even if you were off your game, you shouldn't have gotten this score.
Miss, I had a brain fart and filled out answers in the wrong line.
Did you do it on purpose?
No, it's not.
I'm serious. I've learned everything that you taught me.
Is it to rebel or...
trying to oppose your parents' divorce?
Nothing at all.
I was just tired during the exam.
Hurry! Sign me in. I'm Zhou Zhou's mother.
Okay, hold on.
- Here you go. - Thank you.
I hope you can show me what you learned in an appropriate manner. Okay?
Okay, I understand.
- Go on. - Bye.
Mom, why are you here?
Zhou Zhou, wait for me in the car.
I'm going to speak with Ms. Lin.
- Go. - Go on.
Ms. Lin, Zhou Zhou only scored 98 points on this English test.
That's very far from ideal.
I have very high expectations of him, especially in English.
If his English is poor, going abroad will be an issue for him.
Grades on one test is not representative of anything.
I am aware of his actual English level.
He was just off his game this time.
His oral proficiency has improved significantly though.
Last time he scored poorly, you told me he was off his game.
This time, you say he improved.
Why does it seem to me that he's fallen back?
I think it's the person in this drawing who is distracting him.
This drawing...
I really am not sure who this drawing is of.
However, falling in love at an early age is a sensitive topic.
It also concerns your child's privacy.
It'd be better for you to protect it.
Why would a child need privacy in front of his mother?
I think it's this person in the drawing who has affected Zhou Zhou's studies!
Is Ms. Lin here?
Yes, right here!
You're here!
You knew I was coming?
Yes.
Mrs. Zhou, there's something I have to take care of.
Why don't we continue our talk another time?
What's going on? I couldn't understand the eye signal you were giving me.
It's okay. The important thing is you saved me there.
What did you come to the school for? Are you looking for Xiao Han?
Xiao Han? I'm here to see you.
Me? We're not close. Why are you here to see me?
Why haven't you contacted me after all this time?
Contact you?
I'm so sorry! I've been so busy lately.
I'll contact the insurance company right away.
I've already gotten an estimate at the dealership.
Seeing... Hello, Miss.
Seeing as we're acquainted already, I'll give you a friends discount.
Just treat me to 10 meals.
Are your pickup moves all so old-school?
Don't be so mean.
That creditor of yours just left. Should I call her back in?
I have a boyfriend already.
I'll be leaving the country soon to be with him.
Let's forget about these meals.
If we go to a small restaurant like last time, how many meals will it take?
I have insurance coverage for repairs. I'll reimburse you for actual expenses.
You haven't left the country yet. Who knows what will happen?
Report.
Xiao Han.
Uncle Shi? How come you're here?
Why are you here?
- To turn in homework. - I also have proper business here.
Are you two close?
You know him better.
Your Uncle Shi Fei came to pick you up.
I have some things to do so I'll be leaving now.
I'll call you about the car repairs.
Did you wreck her car?
Wreck what car?
Isn't she talking to you about car repairs?
How are your grades?
Decent. Let's get going.
All right, Uncle Shi. Are you interested in Ms. Lin?
You're quite perceptive.
You've matured.
I've heard she has a boyfriend though.
Fortunately, distant waters cannot quench thirst. I have a chance.
Do your best. Ms. Lin will be going to Australia when the semester is over.
There's still over a month left.
Who knows who will emerge the victor?
I think she's not compatible with you though.
What do you mean?
It's true. Look.
She seems gentle, kind, lovely, and innocent
but don't be deceived by her appearances.
She's absolutely stubborn and headstrong!
Understand?
Only one person can control her right now.
This person is annoyingly unreasonable to some degree.
That would be Wu.
We were talking about me. Why did you bring your dad into this?
You've just never seen me lose my temper.
I can be very unreasonable.
How have you been doing lately?
Not bad. I've been in great condition.
I reclaimed the number one spot with the English midterm exam.
We should celebrate.
To celebrate, I'll make you a bowl of instant noodles.
Money has been tight lately.
That's no reason for a child to suffer.
I'll have to talk to Wu.
If you're in a tight spot, don't go home. You can come to me.
Why don't I just take you as my godson?
- What do you say? - No. Would Wu agree to that?
Who do you think I am? It's settled!
No better day than today. The three of us should celebrate.
Let's go, son.
All right.
Boss, you're here.
- Captain Wu. - I've missed you so much!
Save the chit chat.
Are you flying?
Just say it. I'm not that fragile.
Listen up. Don't slack off when I'm not around.
I wouldn't dare. I'm studying more than when you were here.
All right. Go prepare.
- I'm heading in. - Okay.
Your captain is so pitiful.
It seems he has yet to know Captain Zhu has stolen his flights.
It seems he'll be put on ad hoc assignments.
If not because our captain was suspended, Captain Zhu wouldn't have been qualified.
You're so close with your captain. You didn't tell him such big news?
I'm afraid to tell him.
Given his temper
it'll be difficult for him to accept that his routes were stolen for no reason.
I don't want to be the one to tell him
and see him pretend to be strong when he's feeling upset.
You should worry about yourself instead.
I heard this Captain Zhu is difficult to deal with.
He already had stringent demands of his subordinates when he was First Officer.
Now that he's captain, who knows how much worse it'll be?
Right. What am I going to do now?
I really miss our time with Captain Wu.
He may have a bit of a short temper but he was genuine
had real skills, and treated us like we were his brothers.
If you can't stand it, you can apply for a transfer.
It's just that the work will be less steady, more tiring, and pays less.
Why don't you try transferring?
Anyway, we'll have to be alert when we're working with Captain Zhu.
Here you go.
So, flight safety, transportation safety, and genuine service
are the three demands we must meet to compete with the competition.
These are also the minimum that Tian Ji's employees must achieve.
All right.
Now I'll announce captain assignments on our independent flight routes.
Wu Zheng has exhibited poor flight discipline in the past.
The company's executives have collectively decided
Wu Zheng is no longer fit to continue serving as a captain.
Captain Zhu will take over Captain Wu's flight routes.
I hope Captain Zhu can serve as a leading model after taking over.
Today's meeting will end here.
Does anybody have anything to say?
Manager Chi, I have questions.
What is it? Tell us and we can all discuss it together.
The return of our Shanghai to Amsterdam route
at the end of the year is quite important.
Flight conditions on this route are rather complicated
with variable climate conditions.
I wonder if Captain Wu Zheng should be the one to fly this route?
After all, it was Wu Zheng
who flew the maiden flight on this route three years ago with great success.
I am aware of the work Wu Zheng has done in the past.
He has had nearly zero flight incidents.
The team he leads
also gives a high assessment to his leadership ability.
I've also taken note of his performance during his suspension.
I heard he has helped you with training new captains
and writing lecture materials.
- Yes. - Good.
But, our company cannot rely on one person alone.
We need to grow quickly and groom more new and responsible captains.
This is our highest priority.
That is absolutely true.
I agree with that.
However, a first flight is a major responsibility.
Wu Zheng has flown it before.
I think he is the most suitable candidate.
The aviation industry in our country has developed rapidly in recent years.
Our company's business has also rapidly increased.
We will be opening up more routes and more flights in the future.
However, we never have enough opportunities for new captains.
That's why this international route will be given to Captain Zhu.
I believe he will be able to complete this mission.
Moreover, I believe since we want to groom more new talent
we must offer them more opportunities.
Thank you for your trust in me.
I will complete this flight mission perfectly.
Manager Chi, Wu Zheng has been earnestly reflecting on his mistakes.
You've also said his skills and achievements are clear for all to see.
He has proposed to be reinstated.
We have so many flight assignments.
Isn't it a waste of resources to make a seasoned pilot in his prime stay idle?
A seasoned pilot should set a good example for his new colleagues.
Wu Zheng's flight experience and leadership ability are well-acknowledged.
However, he can still improve on following rules.
Our rules and beliefs are important factors
that shape our company's image.
This can never be stressed enough.
All right, let's leave it at that.
What do you say, Captain Zheng?
No, Manager Chi--
All right, then. Meeting adjourned.
I saw the information on the committee member.
Did you make a mistake with Wang Shan's information?
I sent you everything I could find on her.
It's reliable information.
So she's a good girl without any flaws or a past she wants to cover up?
She is a model good girl.
But I don't think she has dated before. Does that count as a flaw?
What are you looking for anyway?
She went to Australia and stayed with your brother first
then moved out for a few days before moving back in with your brother.
But I remember your brother has a girlfriend in China.
All right, that's all. The signal is bad here.
I'll treat you to dinner another day. Bye.
I didn't know you've been shielding me from such a big bomb.
It's about to explode and you're still holding on.
It's not about to explode.
It has already exploded.
I'll remember what you've done for me but...
Let it go.
We're in different situations. I don't want to drag you down.
Why does it sound like you're ready to run off?
How can that be possible?
As long as there are passengers on the plane, it's all the same to me.
I will treat the job with my full attention.
That's the right attitude to have.
Continue reporting in tomorrow. I'll keep trying for you.
Let's go.
Why are you looking at me with such admiration?
You've never watched anyone wrap dumplings?
I never have.
Your mom hasn't made dumplings before?
My mom is a teacher.
She only cares about her students. She doesn't have time for me.
So you've only had frozen dumplings?
Hello.
Hello? I am Ye Xin's sister.
You must be Ye Zi. I've heard him talk about you.
Since you've heard of me, you must know of my temper.
Lin Xiao Ou was nice enough to help you.
Why did you return her kindness by stealing her boyfriend?
Does your mom know how shameless you are?
Sorry, I hope you can stick to the topic at hand
and not involve our parents.
You remember you have parents?
Your mom is colleagues with Xiao Ou.
How will you face your mother?
I've done wrong by Xiao Ou
but it doesn't have anything to do with my mom.
You'll let down everyone but yourself.
Ye Zi, I'm not asking for your support but I hope you can understand.
I really like your brother.
Does that mean you can be together?
Say you like money. Why don't you go rob a bank?
I know you're a lawyer. I can't win an argument with you.
Your brother and Lin Xiao Ou aren't married.
Besides, they don't have feelings for each other anymore.
Why can't we be together?
You're having an affair!
You seem to be an outstanding student.
You look quite pretty too.
I can't believe you fail at being a decent person.
Sorry, I'll say this one final time.
I hope you can be mindful of your wording.
We no longer live in an age where parents arrange marriages.
Besides, you should respect your brother's decision.
As for Xiao Ou, I will explain to her myself.
I've never met such a shameless and self-righteous person!
Give the phone to my brother.
He's making dumplings for me. He's very busy.
If you have something to say to him, you can call him later.
Hey!
Damn it.
Infuriating.
Who was it? Is everything all right?
It's nothing. Just a classmate who borrowed a book from me and then lost it.
Xiao Li.
There's a problem with the contract. Come check on it quickly.
Okay, I'll be back in half an hour.
Oh crap. Something came up at the office. I have to go back to deal with it.
Let's save the steak for another day.
All right. Work is important.
Drive safely.
Thank you, Uncle.
Why are you thanking me? What did you call me?
Godfather.
- Bye. - Bye.
This is the ME-087 model airplane I bought for you.
It has a 1 to 200 scale.
It is limited edition with an all-metal fuselage.
The overall length is 28 centimeters with a wingspan of 30 centimeters.
The registration number is B-2788. You can check it online later.
All the moveable parts can move.
The wheels, windows, doors, and such can move.
You can play with it on your own in bed.
You make it sound like you know more about planes than I do.
You didn't have to buy a new one.
I just need to glue mine back together.
You weren't cheated when you bought this, right?
No, don't worry. I asked someone to buy this on the official site.
You really shouldn't have spent the money.
I'm sentimental.
I only develop feelings for the things often in my sight.
Enough of that. You're still going to pretend you're not over the moon?
You're so pretentious. If you like it, you like it. If you don't, you don't.
That's not called being sentimental. It's being materialistic.
No item is more important than a person.
Hello, Dong? I've sent my resume. Please check that you've received it.
Wonderful. I'll go check right now.
I've wanted to poach you for two years. You're finally seeing the light.
What happened? Were you struck by lightning?
I hope it's not too late.
I'll leave the rest up to you.
Don't be polite with me.
I'll submit your resume immediately. HR will contact you soon.
An experienced pilot like you is exactly what our company needs.
All right. Well, I've sent my resume. I'll be waiting to hear back. Thanks.
Hiding all these secrets! Isn't it too late for that?
Are you thinking of job-hopping?
Who's hiding anything?
Who wants to job-hop?
Don't be so nosy.
Things are different now.
Is supporting two people the same as supporting one person?
Who says I'm job-hopping?
Haven't you always been proud of working for your company?
You don't mind leaving now?
You really have to think this through before you make this decision.
Don't regret it later and then bring it up against me later.
I don't want you to make this kind of compromise for me.
Who says this is a compromise?
Do you think I'm stupid? I know you don't want to leave.
If you don't want to leave, I'll live frugally from now on.
You can't say that. Live frugally?
You can't scrimp on food and clothing at your age. You're growing.
Besides, what I love is flying.
The sky is so vast. It's the same no matter which airline I'm flying with.
This is called being free and easy. Learn from me.
Prosperous Autumn Day called me today.
He said someone was willing to pay a high price for Oscar.
That must've been you.
I didn't do it for you.
I don't want to owe that dog a favor.
I appreciate your good intentions
but I really think it's great that Oscar is with his new owner.
Besides, the new owner is also human.
He must have developed feelings for Oscar by now.
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