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[Old Boy]
[Episode 17]
It's not up to you whether I stop.
You took the side of the offender from the beginning.
I think I'll need to speak with your principal myself.
You can speak with whomever you want.
I believe Yi Fu has already told you the whole truth.
Everything is based on evidence.
This is the surveillance recording of the library.
For the children's protection, I think it's best if you take a look first.
How come I get the feeling it's not my child you're protecting?
Did you bring this here to threaten me?
I am the children's homeroom teacher.
Threatening you does me no good.
Facts speak louder than words.
You'll understand after watching this.
You retrieved the surveillance recording just for this?
You sure are considerate.
What are you doing? The child is watching.
I want to tell him
this is the best way to protect him.
What the hell?
The USB is ruined. Ms. Lin must be going to get a backup copy.
Let her.
You don't have to worry about this.
You're to go back to school in a few days.
Dad, you're letting me be discharged?
Are you going to leave this matter be?
Leave what be?
There's nothing I can't do with the school.
Silly kid.
All right, Uncle Shi. Let's part here.
Go back and be an interim dad.
Here, take this. It's a sponsorship.
Buy a gift for Xiao Han after you finish your interview in Australia.
What? You don't want it?
No, this is too much.
The company covered my roundtrip tickets.
Xiao Han's business has been taken care of. This is too much.
You'll need to do some catching up with your old friend. Right?
He referred you to a job. You'll have to thank him.
How about half? It's still a lot.
Enough. Don't pinch pennies when traveling. Take it.
All right, I won't keep on about it. I'll get going.
I have one last thing to say.
Given your talent, I'm guessing you'll ace the interview
but I actually hope you don't pass the interview.
If we only see each other two or three times a year
how am I going to rub my superiority in your face?
Thanks for the good luck. Bye.
Goodbye.
You...
Are you here to pick up Xiao Han?
No, I'm here to see you.
My car has been repaired.
I'm so sorry to make you get repairs on your own.
How much was it? I'll transfer the money to you now.
That's it? There's no hurry.
Is this the attitude you should have?
How do you set a good example for students?
I have been very busy lately.
There's no harm in letting you know.
I have been stressed out by Xiao Han's incident.
What happened to Xiao Han? Tell me.
If anything, I should be speaking with his dad.
No, um...
I am Xiao Han's interim dad right now. You can talk to me.
I'm really not in the mood to joke around.
I'm very sorry about the car repairs.
I'll find time to treat you to dinner. All right?
No, I'm not joking. Why do you keep avoiding me?
I'm not avoiding you. I have a lot of work to do.
I'm also here for serious business.
Well, don't you have substitute teachers at school?
I have been authorized by Wu Zheng to be a substitute father.
Where's Wu Zheng? Is he walking out on Xiao Han?
I dropped him off at the airport two hours ago.
At this very moment, he should be above the Pacific Ocean.
So, in the coming week
you can speak to me, the substitute dad, about anything regarding Xiao Han.
Where's Xiao Han? Our family of three can go get dinner.
Shan Shan darling.
The number you dialed is currently busy. Please try again later.
Trying my patience.
Ye Xin, why aren't you answering my calls?
Listen up. There are only two hours left to the deadline I gave you.
If you don't come clean to Xiao Ou, I'm going to tell her.
Coward!
Thank you.
- Order something expensive. - I'll order.
Pick something expensive.
- Hello? - Xiao Ou, where are you?
I have something to tell you. Come home.
I'm treating a friend to dinner. What's up?
Do you and your friend have to do something important?
Is this friend important?
Uh... Not particularly important.
Then come home.
What I have to tell you concerns your life's happiness.
All right. Wait up for me, then.
I'm sorry, I have to leave.
There's something important I have to take care of at home.
Is she trying to escape paying the bill?
Don't worry! Uncle Shi won't make you pay.
He's a man. Right?
That's right. I won't make you pay. Is your house on fire?
There's no fire. It has to do with my life's happiness.
Isn't that important?
Isn't your life's happiness sitting right here?
That is more pressing than a fire. Why don't you let her go?
- Go on. Hurry. - Sorry.
Then you owe me two dinners.
Five! You can make it five.
Why did you keep elbowing me?
Why didn't you help? Why are we still eating?
Isn't it nice with just the two of us?
I think Ms. Lin did the right thing. With her gone, there's time for revenge.
What's this for now?
Who was it who shocked me and Wu with steak last time?
I'm your dad right now. Speak to me with some respect.
- Are you eating dinner or not? - Yes.
This restaurant hasn't improved at all.
You haven't either, going to such an old-fashioned restaurant.
They've been open 10 years and still offering the same dishes.
You seem to know the menu quite well. You come often?
Of course. My dad brought me all the time.
Don't joke.
Your dad has many five-star hotel cards but he doesn't come to places like this.
He settles for fast and casual.
I meant Lu Da Zhi.
You can order if you've been here often.
Waiter!
Wait, you called me home so urgently...
just to keep staring at me?
My brother hasn't contacted you?
No.
What happened to him?
He's okay. Don't worry.
You scared me there.
My brother and I agreed that he'd contact you within 24 hours.
Time is almost up.
You two are being so mysterious.
Is he going to propose to me?
I wouldn't be too surprised.
Xiao Ou, you really think he's going to propose to you?
Xiao Ou...
You should brace yourself.
It's that...
Uh...
Wait. Um...
No matter what happens, I'll always be on your side.
- Don't get too emotional. - Okay, okay.
What are you going on about?
Wang Shan?
How come it's you?
Hello, Xiao Ou.
Where's Ye Xin?
Wang Shan, where's my brother? How come it's you?
Get my brother. We want to speak to him.
Don't be so rude. How can you talk to her like that?
Xiao Ou...
There's something Ye Xin and I have been wanting to tell you for a long time
but haven't found the chance to.
Isn't that a shirt I bought for Ye Xin? How come--
Wang Shan, do you know no shame?
You're wearing my brother's shirt?
Are you trying to tell everyone you stole Xiao Ou's boyfriend?
I can't believe you. How can you be so shameless?
Where's my brother? Tell him to come. I don't want to see you.
Ye Xin is showering. He can't come right now.
How can you be so shameless? I'm warning--
Xiao Ou! Xiao Ou, where are you going so late at night?
I feel like my head is about to explode. I want some fresh air!
Wait. Can you at least change your shoes first?
I want to go out like this! Can you leave me alone?
Then wait for me. I'll change my shoes and go with you.
Can you give me some alone time?
Okay.
You're a young man. Eat more. Develop a good appetite.
If you want to eat here, just call me. I'll take you here.
This does taste better than instant noodles at home
but I'd get sick of eating here all the time.
I'm not trying to win you over. Let me just ask you one question.
Do you think you had a better life with Lu Da Zhi
or are you happier with Wu Zheng?
Who are you asking for?
I'm asking for my own curiosity. I'm on your side.
With Wu Zheng...
I'm making do. It's not too bad.
You know his temper. He's so grouchy and stubborn.
He always has to throw in a few verbal digs at you.
Our usual banter is quite fun.
What about with Lu Da Zhi?
I'm not telling you.
Then you can pay the bill.
Trying to force it out of me now, are you?
With Lu Da Zhi, to be honest, I was quite happy all those years.
He really doted on and spoiled me.
But now, the problem is I don't know if that was good or bad for me.
During the most miserable and sorrowful time of my life, he left.
It was Wu Zheng who took me in. So, I think--
What are you thinking? This makes it all clear.
Wu Zheng sacrificed quite a lot by taking you in.
What has he sacrificed?
I've known your dad for over 30 years.
You can take your time getting to know him. You'll find out in time.
I don't want to be like him.
At the least, I'm going to be more self-disciplined.
I want to be successful like you.
I'm not especially successful.
I'm just a tiny bit more outstanding than Wu Zheng.
Why are you praising me? Do you want money?
Why do you keep asking if I want money?
I don't know why that suddenly popped into my mind.
I don't want to ask you for money!
Is there a place I can work?
Listen up. You should focus on school right now. Got it?
If you don't have enough allowance, I'll give you more every month.
It's not a money problem. I have enough allowance.
I just think it feels unfair that Wu Zheng has to get a new job.
I'm the one who caused trouble
but in the end, he's the one bearing all the responsibility.
I just want to do something for him.
All right, you've matured.
Don't take it to heart.
Wu Zheng isn't getting a new job for the money.
He's doing it so he can have better life plans. Understand?
If you really want to work
why don't you be my assistant?
Be your assistant?
You just want to keep an eye on me 24/7. I won't fall for that.
Ye Xin, you bastard, Ye Xin!
When did you find out?
Not too long ago.
I hinted at it many times. You didn't even have an inkling?
You're so dense.
You hinted I should come home early.
I thought you and Ye Xin were giving me a surprise.
It turned out to be quite the shock.
Xiao Ou, I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to lie to you.
When Wang Shan moved out
I had a strange feeling so I had someone investigate her.
She's never dated before. She's like an innocent little girl.
You know my brother is like a knucklehead.
That's why I think
they're only together for the time being because they're both lonely.
Is that a valid reason?
I'm here alone!
How come I'm not out every night to find someone to warm my bed?
Xiao Ou, don't be mad. I really didn't want to keep it from you.
I just thought my brother should be the one to tell you.
I told him to come clean to you but--
You're right. I'm too dense.
He couldn't remain faithful forever.
I'm the idiot!
I sent an innocent little girl into his arms!
Other than being physically within reach of my brother
Wang Shan really doesn't compare to you in any way.
You were so close to leaving for Australia!
I thought my brother was just not thinking clearly in the moment
and would soon come to his senses.
But, Xiao Ou, I really never imagined...
he would do something like this.
I'm going to Australia.
The sooner the better.
It's almost final exam season.
What is so urgent that you have to leave immediately?
Don't ask so much.
If you don't approve this now, I won't be going anywhere later.
Is there a problem between you and Ye Xin?
Finals are coming up. You can't just leave.
That's all right.
If you don't approve this, I will skip work starting tomorrow.
You set an example for others as a teacher.
You can't even put aside your personal matters.
I had said you were not suitable to be a teacher.
You insisted on giving up a life in America to apply for a job here.
You should show me you can succeed!
You're right.
I am indeed not suited to be a teacher.
I shouldn't have gotten into a relationship with Ye Xin either!
All right, just approve my leave request first.
I will listen to your lengthly tirade when I get back. Okay?
I will let you go
after you deal with the aftermath of Xiao Han and Wang Yi Fu's fight.
- It's been taken care of. - Taken care of?
That can't be true.
When will there be more trust between us?
Why don't you leave after the weekend?
I can't wait.
I'll leave you with my leave request. Please approve it as soon as possible.
Okay, we'll be using this TV drama as a resource to learn English grammar.
We are growing together as a class just like them.
- So-- - Reporting in.
Ms. Lin.
How are you? Can you come to class?
I'm fine. I can manage with normal daily activities.
My dad said my studies are most important.
It won't be easy to catch up if I fall behind.
Is your dad outside?
No. He's busy so he left after he dropped me off.
Okay. Take your seat.
Okay. I can rest assured now that Wang Yi Fu is back.
I will be taking a few days off soon.
Be good and don't cause any trouble.
Why is she taking time off?
Stop whispering to each other.
I'm only taking a few days off but--
Ms. Lin, why are you taking time off? Where are you going?
Or are you resigning early?
I'm only taking a few days off.
It's a personal matter so I won't be elaborating.
Anyway, you'd better behave.
If anybody causes trouble, they'll be answering to me when I get back.
All right.
- Hello? - Hello, Xiao Ou?
Has your leave request been approved?
My dad wouldn't be that obliging.
It doesn't matter.
Book tickets for me for tomorrow afternoon
and a late-night return the day after tomorrow.
That's not enough time.
If I were you, I'd wrap up everything at school
and then buy a one-way ticket
and battle it out with my brother over there.
If I were you, I'd stop talking and buy the tickets.
Okay, fine. I'll book your tickets right now.
My friend.
I finally got you.
- Sorry to trouble you this time, Dong. - Why are you so polite?
I've heard there's only a 30 percent pass rate at Ao Da.
The oral, written, and flight simulator tests are all difficult.
My gosh. When did you become so modest?
Look at you. You have a big head, don't you?
You must have more brains than most people.
You'll definitely pass the exams even if the pass rate were just three percent.
Let's go. Don't stay at a hotel. Come to my house.
I already have reservations. I'll come find you after I've settled in.
Please hold on a moment.
- Mr. Shi. - Go away.
- Mr. Shi! - What do you want?
- Ms. Lin is here to see you. - I'm making music!
I'm in the zone!
Here you go. Sorry to make you wait.
- Thank you. - You're welcome.
What's up? Are you here to make up for last time's dinner?
No. There's something else I'll have to trouble you with.
Xiao Han seems to listen you.
You'll have to help me take care of him.
Kids worship those who are capable.
Is the school going to discipline him for the fight?
That should be settled already.
It's just that I'll be taking a few days off.
I'm afraid nobody will look after Xiao Han though.
Before his dad left on his trip, I promised I'd take care of Xiao Han.
You are his substitute guardian.
Wu Zheng and I will both be absent so we'll have to trouble you.
This is quite a serious matter.
I think we should find a quiet place
and discuss this matter in depth.
I'm sorry. I'm not in the mood for that right now.
Xiao Han isn't much of a worry when he's in control of his temper.
Since you've agreed to this, I'll be leaving him in your hands.
It won't be a problem.
Wu Zheng's son is my son.
The kid looks up to capable people.
All right. I'll be going now.
You're leaving already?
I didn't get to ask earlier.
Why are you taking time off?
Would it be okay for a homeroom teacher to run out on the kids and parents?
It's a personal matter. I have to make a trip to Australia.
My goodness.
I've lost any chance before I've even begun.
Are you going to Australia to marry your boyfriend?
No such marriage.
Long-distance relationships are the most unstable.
In my 30-plus years of experience
even if a separated couple reconciles and reunites
there will still be a scar left behind.
Your ex-boyfriend is such a fool to let go of a great woman like you.
Ex-boyfriend? I haven't agreed to that yet.
I haven't agreed to break up yet.
So that means he's two-timing you.
If you feel heartbroken, you can lean on my shoulder.
It's free for your use. This is a standing offer.
Can you stop poking my sore spot?
Do you need a bodyguard in Australia?
I have a knack for traveling afar to track down heartless traitors.
Wait! Traveling afar for revenge--
Help me take care of Xiao Han.
I can only leave without worry if I know he won't get into trouble.
Then I wish you a successful breakup!
And soon...
soon start on a new journey in life.
No drinks for you. You have an exam tomorrow.
Here's a toast with tea. Here's to your interviews going well.
Thanks for wishing me well. I wish for health and happiness for your family.
Dong, it really is nice over here.
You're either flying or coming home to a mansion.
You have a wife, kids, and a warm bed. You're living high on the hog.
Now you envy me? Move here!
I told you to come two years ago but you just wouldn't.
You're as stubborn as a mule.
I have a big house.
Why are you wasting money on a hotel? Just stay with me.
We'll see.
How old is your son?
17 years old in the blink of an eye.
Children grow up quickly.
When you last saw him, he was just a tiny little thing. Right?
- Look at how mature he is now. - They grow so fast.
He used to be a handful and immature like you were when you were younger.
He later got a little sister and learned to take care of others. Isn't that nice?
Are there schools nearby? How's the educational system here?
It's excellent. There's a school just a five-minute drive from here.
The kids here aren't under a lot of stress at school.
Grades aren't everything.
They focus on fostering children's practical skills and independence.
You're nodding along like you understand.
You don't even have a child. Why are you even asking?
No, I recently... got a son.
What? What?
- Let's not talk about this. - No, no, no.
It's only been six or seven years since I left. When did you get a kid?
Wu Zheng, I didn't think you'd be that kind of person.
Be honest. What's this all about?
Do you remember Xiao Wei?
We got married and then divorced after half a year.
I got a son in that half year.
Xiao Wei passed away a while ago and our son became mine to take care of.
That's...
How old is he?
16 years old. One year younger than yours.
You got a son out of the blue.
That's...
I'm curious. How do you feel right now?
I don't know if I should pity you or congratulate you.
Kids going through puberty are really difficult to handle.
Is he fine home alone while you're here?
He's absolutely fine. He's not a child anymore.
You sure are confident. You're not worried in the least?
Have you called him since you landed? Check in on him!
We're all men. Why would we call? No need for all that fuss.
Come.
- Thank you, ma'am. - Eat up.
Squid!
My favorite.
You're really not calling?
No. Here, let's drink.
Delicious.
How do you like the duck leg with noodles?
Gramps, your cooking is finger-licking good.
It's true. I've never eaten such delicious noodles in my life.
In your life? You have a long life ahead of you. How old do you think you are?
There are plenty of delectable foods you have yet to try.
Gramps, why don't you teach me how to cook?
You like my cooking that much? Then come eat here more often.
Why go through the trouble of learning to cook?
No, look at how cool you are.
You get to cook the dishes you love to eat and want to cook.
You don't have to cater to customers or be restricted by a menu.
They come in and eat what you make. You can cook whatever you want.
You think my life is leisurely.
I don't have to be at my customers' disposal
or humbly serve them.
I just cook a few dishes and call it a day.
You only see
the picture of elegance portrayed by swans above the water.
Do you know what their feet are doing beneath the water's surface?
They are paddling nonstop.
Child, you only see that I look cool.
Do you know I go to the food market to buy groceries at 3 or 4 a.m. every day?
Do you know what is in season and nutritious?
Do you know how to cook fish so that it's not fishy
but also bring out the fish's flavor?
Let's take for example the duck leg with noodles you just had.
Do you know how many cooking processes the duck leg must go through
for it to be so flavorful?
Did Wu Zheng give you special instructions before he left?
Why are all the adults giving me lessons one after another?
This isn't a lesson. Child, listen to me.
You're only seeing the glamorous side of people.
You don't see the toil, sweat, and perseverance they put in.
Nobody has told you that, right?
That's why this isn't a lesson.
I'm not that educated.
Anybody who preaches to you and gives you a lesson
are only doing it out of love.
I'm only telling you my insights on life.
I believe that no matter what age you are
you should have a specialized skill to fall back on.
Say you have money. What if you are robbed?
What if you are swindled?
You'll still have a skill nobody can take away from you.
Isn't that right?
I do have a special skill.
I can play the guitar but I can't just perform on the streets.
Kid, listen to me.
What is your life mission right now?
Focus on your studies and graduate.
What time is it?
It's quite late. I should clean up the kitchen.
Gramps, is that a pocket watch?
- Yes. - Can I see it?
I've never seen these before.
Have a look if you like.
Gramps, your watch must be quite old.
Yes, I've had it for 30 years.
How did you get this?
You want to hear a story?
All right, I'll tell you.
I loved cooking ever since I was a child.
When I was sent to the countryside during the Cultural Revolution
I cooked for everyone in our dining hall
and developed an interest in cooking.
When I later came back to work at a factory in the city
my love for cooking continued.
Back then, living standards weren't as high as they are now.
If there were any occasions, we didn't go to a restaurant.
We'd celebrate at home
and buy our own groceries, meat, or chicken and cook on our own.
We would invite friends over.
I cooked for friends who were getting married.
When friends were celebrating a birth, baby shower, or birthday
I'd go and help.
30 years ago, a group of intellectuals came to our factory
as a result of the decentralization of labor.
There was a physicist among them. We all called him Professor Wang.
He was a renowned expert in mechanics.
He had studied abroad but put to manual labor.
I remember there was a flood in the south that year.
I really admired the professor for his philanthropy.
He donated all his wages and what little savings he had to the country.
Every day, he went to the dining hall for meals
and bought a plain bun and a piece of fermented bean curd to make a sandwich.
I remember the professor fell sick on the year of his 60th birthday.
The few of us pooled together some money
and bought some vegetables, fish, duck, a carp
to help the professor celebrate his 60th birthday.
I was in charge of cooking that day.
I remember the professor was weeping as he ate.
People expressed their feelings differently back then.
He held my hands and said
"Li, thank you."
"I haven't celebrated my birthday in years."
"This meal you cooked for me today"
"is the best and most delicious I've had in my whole life."
Before leaving, the professor took this pocket watch out of his drawer.
He said, "Li, I don't have anything else I can give you."
"This is a watch I brought back with me from my studies abroad."
"It doesn't run anymore."
"I'll leave it with you as a keepsake."
So, I accepted it.
It was just a watch that didn't run.
I later found someone to fix it and it was running again.
It isn't valuable.
But this was a form of acknowledgment the professor gave to my hard work.
It was a way to reciprocate the love and respect we had for him.
I've kept it with me this whole time.
This is what I think.
The quality or value of an object doesn't matter.
What's most important is whether it has any meaning to you.
It's like how Wu Zheng has lived in my grandma's house all these years.
Does he not have the money to buy his own house? That's not it.
This is the place that holds the most meaning for him.
That's why he has continued to stay here.
Yes.
It is meaningful.
Coming, coming!
- Ms. Lin? - Sorry to drop by so suddenly.
How come you're here?
I'll be busy in a few days
so I came to give Zhou Zhou a last-minute tutoring session.
Oh. Does Zhou Zhou know?
He does. I told him before he left school today.
Zhou Zhou! Zhou Zhou!
- Zhou Zhou! - Ms. Lin, you're here.
You didn't tell me Ms. Lin changed the tutoring time.
I've been busy the past few days and haven't had time to tidy up his room.
Why don't you two have your lesson out in the living room? His room is too messy.
No need. Everything's in my room. Moving out here will be such a hassle.
- Ms. Lin, let's start our lesson. - Okay.
Zhou Zhou, I have to ask you for a favor first.
Try to urge Xiao Han to face situations calmly from now on.
Don't repeat what happened with Wang Yi Fu.
He was nearly expelled from school.
I say school doesn't matter.
What's wrong with working as a waiter in a restaurant?
Will our lives be over?
Xiao Han told me
many Hollywood actors worked as waiters before becoming famous.
Can you two stop talking about Xiao Han?
I'm sorry.
Given his current situation, he should face reality.
This is a very critical period for Zhou Zhou.
Even when he uses all his time studying, it's still not enough.
I'm sorry. I will take note and make up for the time.
Excuse me.
Thank you.
I know precisely all that has happened at school.
Xiao Han hit Wang Yi Fu.
As the one involved, of course he has to bear the responsibility.
As his teacher, you shouldn't be siding with, defending, or shielding him
because of what he has gone through in life.
You're mistaken.
Mom, what are you saying? Ms. Lin wouldn't do the wrong thing.
She wouldn't do the wrong thing? Was what I said wrong?
Lin Xiao Ou.
Don't assume nobody knows about your two-timing and affairs.
Those are the type of people I hate the most!
Of course, that's your personal business. I can't do anything about it.
But you can't bring your evil into our house!
I finally know why his grades aren't improving.
Are you tutoring him or tempting him?
I've also talked to you many times about his crush.
Do you think I have no idea?
You even pretended not to know. Playing dumb?
You have been seducing him!
- As a teacher-- - Enough!
I can't believe you'd have such a big misunderstanding.
Sorry. I won't be able to come tutor Zhou Zhou again.
Mom, do you have manners? Do you know what you said? Miss, Miss!
What did you say about my manners? Stop right there!
[Old Boy]
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