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[Old Boy]
[Episode 26]
Okay, I'll go home to prepare. I'll be at work on time tonight.
Okay. Do a good job, young man. I'll see you tonight.
Okay.
Oh, wait.
When you come in tonight, remember to bring your ID.
I lost my ID. A replacement is being processed right now.
I'll bring it in once I get it.
- Thank you, Boss. - Bye now.
All right, I found a job. You should go back to school.
Focus on your studies and don't worry about anything else.
Don't rely on good looks to make a living like me.
Drop it. Let's get serious.
Both you and Ms. Lin aren't at school anymore.
The school means nothing to me now.
It's normal to be ostracized. It's true.
How did they all treat me when I had my family problems?
You saw it happen. Right?
You need to adjust your mentality.
You know what happened.
What could I have done? Keep myself fed. School is school. My life is my life.
I got through it.
You were ostracized because there are snobs in the class.
How am I in the same situation? My mom has earned public wrath.
Our classmates won't forgive me.
You don't have to worry about that.
Their interest will fade with time.
In a few days, something else might catch their attention
and they'll forget about you.
There's no win or lose in this.
If you can hang in there, you're the boss.
Oh, right. I heard the boss at your bar is quite nice.
Get me a job with you there.
Maybe we'll make it into show business and get famous.
Hold it right there. Don't talk about that again.
Think about your mom. Is she the same as my family?
Do you think she could endure this kind of ordeal you'll put her through?
You'll push her over the edge!
Xiao Han!
Here's your coffee, Miss. Enjoy.
What's going on? Writer's block? Let me help.
You have enough on your plate. How can you make time to help?
You don't get it, do you?
Do you know how many vicissitudes of life play out in here?
There is far more drama in real life than on television.
It far exceeds your imagination.
For example, in the alley next--
Yue, you're really not helping here.
I have literary talent and my writing is outstanding.
I just have such high demands of myself that I don't know where to start.
Sure, sure. Keep thinking. Call me over if you need anything.
I'll come running.
How come you're here?
How come you look a bit listless?
Four hours ago, I confessed my feelings to Lin Xiao Ou and she rejected me.
So what do you actually feel about Lin Xiao Ou?
What I feel? I...
I'm not young anymore.
I definitely want to date with the end goal of marriage.
I can understand being rejected.
It is rather difficult
to start a new relationship so soon after a breakup.
He was rejected?
Rejected.
You're giving up already?
Shi Fei, that's not like you.
When you were rejected at 20, you were sad for half a year.
When you were rejected at 30, you were sad for half a month.
- You're now 40. - I'm 35.
You look 40. You should only be sad for half a smoke.
You should immediately buck up and keep pushing forward.
- Show her your sincerity. - Yes, yes.
How am I not sincere?
I even gave her the key to my house.
I didn't even let Wu Zheng live there when he asked to.
Serves you right.
No, I mean I think you were asking for it
by giving your house key as a show of sincerity.
How was that wrong?
Didn't giving her the key mean I was devoting the rest of my life to her?
What would she think of you directly giving her the house?
She thinks you're nouveau riche throwing money at her!
Is Lin Xiao Ou a money-grubber?
- Exactly! - Right?
You need to know what she actually likes.
Start out by getting to know her character.
Get a deeper understanding of her interests.
That's right. She's a teacher, a cultured person.
You can't be showing off your money.
You should take her to music concerts
dance performances, stage plays, or the library.
- That's what you should do. - Sophisticated.
I'm good at that. I'm in the performing arts business.
I'll show her the whole performance.
A few days ago, I heard customers say there's an avant-garde play on stage now.
It's starring the Stage Play Prince, Guo... What's his name?
- Guo Jing Fei? - Guo Jing Fei, yes! Him!
It's hard to get tickets. If you can get them, maybe you'll have a chance.
Are his plays any good?
- Just make do. - Just make do.
- I'm going to buy two tickets. - Hurry.
- You're leaving? - I'm going.
Still stuck?
Carry on.
It's so late. You're going out?
I'm going to work.
What kind of job makes you go out at night?
Don't ask so many questions. It's necessary for the job.
Tell me what kind of job is nocturnal.
Batman standing up for justice.
You're not actually singing at underpasses, are you?
The police have been cracking down on that.
I can't help you if your guitar gets confiscated.
What you're worried about won't happen. Don't worry.
There's no rush.
Eat something to build up your energy so you'll be able to run from the police.
I'm not eating. Do you really think they can catch me?
Have you forgotten I was the power forward on the basketball team?
Who set the record on the 100-meter dash?
Could they catch me?
Besides, I wouldn't do something illegal.
I also didn't use Uncle Shi Fei's connections.
I'm leaving.
- Eat something. - Eat on your own.
Is Dad going to be okay?
Your dad doesn't step foot in the kitchen 360 days out of the year.
He made an exception for you today.
Will he break a plate?
- Wow! Dad, you cook once in a blue moon! - Excellent.
- That's fancy. - Let's see it.
Come, open it.
What's this? Recipes?
This is a petition from the students in your class.
They all signed it and hope you can come back to teach.
They all want you back.
Don't disappoint them.
I'll accept this dish.
But I really don't want to go back.
Everybody knows about our relationship now.
There'll be a spotlight on me no matter what I do.
I have to prove my own abilities somewhere else.
If you are capable, you won't need to worry about our relationship.
I can give you some more time.
No need.
I have a chance
to be an English editor for the Chinese edition of "People Magazine."
I might get to go to different places for interviews.
I think getting a new job might be better.
I'm not going to come back.
That's just your current goal.
You don't know if you'll get the job.
Mom, please pray for me.
I've already made up my mind to change careers.
This job will be interesting. I'm going to try my best to get it.
All right, I won't force you.
There's still some time before finals. Give it some more thought.
I'll always welcome you.
I won't change my answer.
Just wait to hear news that I've been hired by "People Magazine."
I'm going to dig in first.
You're back?
Is something wrong with you? Why didn't you make a sound?
Were... you trying to scare me to death?
Xiao Han, where were you?
You have to tell me what job did you get.
Can you be more annoying? You asked me before I left.
I told you it's definitely not illegal. I'm making hard-earned money!
Okay. We'll put that aside for now.
I'll be back in service in a few days.
You will affect my sleep.
You can go to sleep. I'll go to work.
I'm not forcing you to wait up for me.
I'll sleep, you'll sleep, we'll each sleep on our own.
I don't care what job you have. Fix your schedule.
No more nocturnal schedule.
Just put up a timetable.
Record when I leave and when I return.
We'll stagger our work and rest hours.
How will that work in this limited area? We'll always be in sight of each other.
What are you doing that's so mysterious?
Fine. You win. I'm not going to argue anymore.
Hello?
Yes, I am Lin Xiao Ou.
Have you heard back from "People Magazine"?
No.
There's an international hospital looking for an English-speaking receptionist.
You have good looks and are fluent in English.
Would you be interested in this job?
No to a receptionist job.
I don't have relevant work experience
and I'm not quite proficient in medical terminology.
I'll wait for a reply from "People Magazine."
I could also be a literary translator for a foreign language publisher.
Publishers don't look at language proficiency
when hiring literary translators.
They want people with a literature background.
Ms. Lin, many people returning from abroad are unable to find a job.
People are fighting for a job with a starting salary of 4,000 yuan.
You don't have relevant experience but have quite high demands.
You're not going to work?
I don't have much work to do today.
I just need to see someone in the afternoon.
By the way, how's the job search going?
Don't bring up that sore subject.
I was just asked me to be a receptionist at an international hospital.
I think that's great. They're covertly complimenting you on your looks.
You've pretty much spent all of the money your dad gave you, right?
Are you going to continue mooching off your parents?
Who's mooching off them?
I'm full of talent!
I don't need to rely on my looks.
Xiao Ou, I think you need to this time.
Do you know how many college graduates are without jobs here?
If you're offered a job
you should seize the chance, give thanks, and treasure it.
I'm a highly experienced candidate from abroad.
In this market, I should be more in demand than those greenhorns.
Your market is...
your dad's school.
If I were, I'd give in to your dad and obediently go back to be a teacher.
Heaven always leaves a door open.
I'm going to put all my eggs in "People Magazine"'s basket.
Ambitious.
When you really are hired and they make you fly all over the world
we'll see how you can stand it.
What's so bad about that?
Some people are flying planes around the world.
How come you're always talking about planes now?
Is it because you know that pilot, Wu Zheng?
If you hadn't said you two didn't get along
I would've thought you fell for him.
I only said it because you mentioned I'd be flying all over the world.
How could I possibly fall for him?
Be a teacher! Be a teacher! Go back to be a teacher!
Mr. Shi.
How come you're sleeping here?
What is it?
Your tickets.
All my painstaking efforts.
You have solid connections. Can you get a ticket for me too?
You can't buy it with connections.
Not even if you know someone.
I stayed up all night waiting online for returned tickets.
All right, I'll get you some coffee.
- Who is it? - A package!
Coming!
Wait!
I really have to scold you.
How could you open the door so quickly for a package?
It's such a dangerous world.
How would I know you people all like to pretend to be couriers?
Who else has done that?
No, I mean...
Didn't you say well-mannered people like you wouldn't drop by unannounced?
Oh, yes. It's because I'm pressed for time.
There's an opening show tonight. I came to deliver tickets.
Sorry, I'm very busy today. I also have to prepare my resume.
I have an important interview later.
That's a shame.
It's said this play is very popular right now.
What's it called? Tickets are hard to get.
Okay, I know. It's called "Tickets Are Hard To Get."
I'll take them. Thank you.
What time should I pick you up tonight?
I'm already so thankful you delivered the tickets.
How could I also trouble you to drive me?
My best friend and I can just drive there ourselves.
I really am busy today. I'll treat you to coffee another day.
I'm sorry for being dressed like this. It'll be inconvenient to invite you in.
I-- Hey--
Do you guys think Lin Xiao Ou really is so dense or faking it?
What happened?
I bought two tickets to give her and she happily accepted them.
- Isn't that great? - That's right.
You can go to her with your money and let her manage your accounts.
Isn't that perfect?
She said she was going with her best friend. She's not taking me.
- He has a new problem. - Yes.
To get the girl, you need to win over her best friend.
How do you not know this rule that's been around since time immemorial?
Just buy three tickets!
Why would I buy three tickets?
Why would I invite a third wheel on a date?
Her best friend is a lawyer.
You'd better be careful. She's very clever and eloquent.
Oh no, oh no.
I can't even manage Lin Xiao Ou. Now there's another outspoken woman?
If you don't suffer bitter hardships now
how can you savor the sweetness of love later?
- Right. - How about this?
Go with me tonight.
Let's pretend to run into them and you can handle that lawyer for me.
I can't. Look at all my customers.
Moreover, I have a block-booking. Someone will be proposing here.
Also, I really dislike lawyers.
If not because those troublemakers hired a formidable lawyer
would I have given up medicine to brew coffee?
No way, no way, no way.
I have to fly tomorrow. I really can't go with you.
The time has come to prove your friendship!
Why are you both failing me when I need you?
How come... Pay me back.
If you're not going, pay me back.
I was afraid you'd bring that up and you really did.
I was just wondering if Shi Fei would bring up the money I borrowed
and he really did!
Pay me back.
- Are you going? - Can I sing you a song?
A requiem is already playing for my love! Why do I need you to sing me a song?
I went to your wife's funeral for you.
Am I not taking care of your son for you?
- What do you say, Yue? - Too outrageous. Sacrifice yourself.
I'll sacrifice myself.
- You're going? - Yes.
- It's a deal? - Deal.
Don't act cute. Revolting.
Here's your book.
Thanks, Tie.
Where's my geography? Oh here's the exercise booklet.
I don't know how to do this.
You're the best. You got this.
You're so laid-back!
Why didn't you change into a dress?
You can't go to such a nice performance in business wear.
Isn't this fine?
Besides, why would I need to dress up?
You've seen all my looks.
Dressing up is basic etiquette.
It's a courtesy to the performers, not me.
Okay, I'll get changed right away.
But I've been thinking.
Shi Fei gave you these two tickets to watch the show with you.
He didn't intend for the two of us to go.
I didn't even accept his large villa.
Why would I have been swayed by two tickets?
Villa? What's this about?
Shi Fei found out I was drunk two days ago and brought me porridge.
He later took me to his villa in the suburbs.
He said I could be the lady of the house if I wanted.
Right on!
You have quite the charm for a woman who has nothing.
Of course.
But you don't like him, so you shouldn't have accepted these tickets.
I only took them so he wouldn't have a chance to take things further.
It should be obvious I'm hinting I'm not interested in him.
These tickets are really expensive. 1,380 yuan per ticket.
I'll pay him back with dinner and drinks.
Besides, even if we're not lovers, we can be friends.
Lin Xiao Ou, how can you have such a low love quotient?
When you take a man to dinner and drinks, he'll think you're interested in him!
Don't punish all the men in the world because of my brother's mistakes.
Really?
I'll have to be more prudent.
I can't give off the wrong signals.
It's almost time. Go get changed.
Impressive. You got another two tickets.
Listen, I've already spent a small fortune.
You'll have to help me. Your mission is to get that third wheel out of the way.
I'm not a mechanic. Why would I pay attention to a third wheel?
You're already here! You have one more mission.
When they get here
use some trick to swap tickets so I can sit with Lin Xiao Ou.
A magic disappearing act? That's too difficult!
How you do it is your business. If you can't do it, pay me back.
No.
My life's happiness hangs in the balance tonight.
Use some of your intelligence and wisdom.
- I'm smart? - You're smart.
I'll think of something.
You two...
You had more tickets?
Yes, we're all cultured here so I got another two.
Two tickets.
Wait, you...
You two have met before so I can save the introductions.
I guess you can say we were destined to meet.
- Shi Fei. - Ye Zi.
This is... Ye Zi.
Wu Zheng.
You... know each other?
Ms. Ye! Ms. Ye, I want to ask about what I talked to you about earlier.
They know each other.
Let's get a coffee.
Sure.
Wow, this is the show?
- Sorry for the wait. - Thank you.
Let's take a picture.
I'm going to post this online.
This show looks like it'll be good. How did you find out about it?
I found out online.
- It should be good. - It looks that way.
- What happened? - Look at you.
Sorry. I'll get napkins to clean this up. Sorry, sorry.
How could you let that happen?
Are you all right? He's always been clumsy.
That's clear to see.
Uh... It's been dried off. Sorry about that.
It's dry.
Are you in the wrong seat?
Third seat. It's right.
Oh, I'm in the wrong seat.
- Let me check for you. - It's wrong.
Can you see if my seat is here?
- You're inside. Come. - Take your time.
Yes, you're here.
- Right here. - Here?
- Thank you. - No, not at all.
It's starting. Sit down or you'll block the people behind us.
Panicking because the swap was unsuccessful?
I swapped the tickets. How come you're sitting here?
I then swapped tickets with Ye Zi.
My students' ruses to ditch class are more clever than your lame trick.
I... I'm going to--
Sit down. The show is about to begin.
Watch the show.
Here, have a drink.
Quench your thirst.
No, thanks.
Jazz and rock musicians who sing here all like to drink a bit.
It helps you get in the mood.
Actually, I'm fine with this.
This is good enough for me.
You're not drinking?
Are you underage? You're not 18 yet?
- No! - Where's your ID? When will you have it?
Uh... I won't get a replacement that quickly.
I'll definitely bring it in later.
Everybody has different habits.
Some like to drink a bit before performing.
Some like to chew gum.
I just like to drink water.
All right.
This is healthier. I like that.
You did a good job today.
When you get your new ID, bring it in, and we'll officially sign a contract.
If you do well this month, we'll sign you on long-term.
Okay.
- I'll let you practice. - Okay.
Did you forget something?
No.
Then why were you looking back throughout the whole show?
I wasn't.
The show was great, wasn't it?
They can't compare to my company.
Then let's watch your company's show next time.
I think a comedy would be more interesting.
Comedy?
What are you two having so much fun talking about?
Yes. What are you two having so much fun talking about?
Thank you, Shi Fei. The show was sensational.
Why don't I take you all to a bar nearby?
Agreed!
The show wasn't as good as his show.
I'll go with what you guys want.
Wait! I suddenly remember I'm resuming flight tomorrow.
I have to go to work early in the morning.
I can't go! You guys can go.
I also remember I can't go. I have to go home to read documents.
Why didn't you tell me you're flying again?
When were you reinstated?
You're not his child's teacher anymore. Why do you care if he's flying?
Now that's even more reason you can't leave.
Your own mess has been fixed now.
I'm an unemployed young woman. You have to help cheer me up.
I know of a trendy bar nearby. Let's go!
Catch up to us.
Come on.
- Let's go there. - All right.
Okay, I got your drinks.
This side is non-alcoholic. Drivers don't get alcohol.
This is non-alcoholic?
- Non-alcoholic. - I'm drinking this.
I'm a pilot. What do pilots do? Fly in the air.
When flying, we normally--
I know. Pilots aren't allowed to drink alcohol eight hours before takeoff.
For flights above 1,500 meters altitude
alcohol is prohibited 24 hours before flight, right?
Xiao Ou, when did you start having an interest in the lives of pilots?
I don't. I just recently read some articles about pilots' lives.
I just read it on a whim.
You're all pilots.
Why are some so mature and others as immature as children?
Are we going to raise our glasses or not?
Of course!
Ever since leaving Wharton, I haven't found a single decent job.
What do you think is going on?
What do people look at when job-hunting?
It's not how much money you earn for the amount of work you do.
You have to look at what you really want.
Remain true to your original aspirations to see your mission through.
No matter what job you get, remember why you started it.
- You sit here. - No, no!
Are you saying if I started off by deciding to be a teacher
I'll have to remain a teacher the rest of my life?
No, it's not that dogmatic.
What is it saying?
There's no workplace that's superior and no job that's better.
It doesn't matter where you work as long as you're happy with your job. Got it?
Let's drink!
- Let's drink! - Shi Fei, thank you.
Right! Xiao Ou, you can drink with Shi Fei.
I have to drive later. Shi Fei, drink beer.
- Drinks are in order. Thank you. - I have to drive too.
Wait! Slow down.
Have you forgotten you make a fool of yourself when you drink?
You don't even know what you do when you're drunk. Slow down!
You've only seen me drunk twice. How well do you think you know me?
What? Xiao Ou, you and Shi Fei--
Twice already? Stop drinking.
You were a complete mess last time and caused so much trouble for Wu Zheng.
You left your phone at his place and he had to bring it to you the next day.
- That's right. - Yes.
- You sit here. - No, no!
- No! - Sit here!
- Xiao Ou, drink with Shi Fei. - Sit here!
I have been drinking! Drink again!
Again. Drink again.
Thank you for treating us to such a great show.
Who are you?
- Are you the manager here? - Yes.
- It's illegal, you know? - Illegal?
Your way of starting a bar fight seems to be...
That kid. The one singing.
Have you seen his ID?
He lost his ID and is in the process of replacing it.
Why? Are you a police officer?
You believe him?
I'll have you know he's underage.
- Who are you? - I'm his dad.
- Go. - What are you doing?
It took me so much effort to find this job.
Would it last?
You're lying about your age. Would they take you?
Working is acceptable but this sort of place isn't for you.
You can stop dreaming.
You think you can sing a song and become a star? What are you thinking?
I agree with your dad this time.
Becoming famous overnight is unrealistic.
Don't meddle so much.
I have work tomorrow. We're taking off first.
Let's go.
Hang in there.
Get in.
Serves you right. Even Uncle Shi doesn't want to give you a ride.
I don't want to give you a ride!
We're not going the same way.
Is it about the tickets?
I didn't know Lin Xiao Ou could be so wily.
She noticed and swapped them again.
Doesn't that show the problem?
Your undermining operation was excellent. Very tastefully done.
I didn't undermine you. I don't know... how I feel about her either.
I've been wanting to talk to you about this.
- You should've told me sooner! - I--
I was conflicted.
But there's one thing I'm not confused about.
Our friendship comes first. It really does, Shi Fei.
Don't talk to me about friendship. Okay?
From all the things that happened today, anybody with eyes could see
you and her don't just have a teacher and parent relationship.
If you like her, you should've told me earlier! I give you my blessings!
Was it fun to dig this grave for me?
I even brought porridge to her house and asked for your advice. I was so stupid!
I... I had too many concerns.
I... was worried about too many things.
Okay, then let's talk. You had too many worries?
I've experienced so much in this world.
I really thought I was immune to everything.
Only in front of you do I let down my guard and I'm be sincere.
This is how you treat me in return. Do you think of me as a friend?
You were always the leader of our group. I always played second fiddle.
You're like the sun.
Are you actually the sun? Why don't you light up the whole world?
See you!
No, let's not. See you never!
- Let go! - Fine!
Are we leaving?
Let's go.
Be honest now.
Isn't Shi Fei the one pursuing you?
How come there were sparks flying between you and Wu Zheng?
What are you saying?
We were just discussing our thoughts on job-hunting.
We're in similar circumstances.
You can save it.
You two were enthralled by each other.
You were never in high spirits even with my brother.
Really?
See? You're not even aware of it yourself.
Do you know what this?
You can't see the situation you're in.
You two returned from Australia together and then went to Fengcheng.
You two were together.
Did something happen that I don't know about?
There was one rather intimate encounter.
Really? When? In Australia or Fengcheng?
That time I was drunk and went to his place.
I'm also quite confused about how I feel about him.
I just came out of a relationship.
I shouldn't be falling for another so quickly.
We also started off on the wrong foot.
He's not my ideal boyfriend either.
Yes, alcohol does affect one's judgment
but this spectator can see things clearly.
I think you and and Wu Zheng have some...
How does Wu Zheng feel about this?
When he delivered my phone, he brought this up
but at the time, I told him to pretend it didn't happen.
Why would you close that door on yourself like that?
How do you feel about Shi Fei?
We can all see how he feels about you.
I have absolutely no feelings for Shi Fei.
See? You replied so quickly. What does that mean?
That means you truly don't like Shi Fei.
But you must feel a little something for Wu Zheng.
Right?
You can direct your anger at me. Don't take it out on the door.
You think I won't?
Can't keep it in anymore? Come on.
Hit me right here.
You want to use violence now?
You can stop acting.
Why would you pretend to give me freedom?
You think up ways to block off my options just so you can drag me back to school.
You're out looking for a job every day like a headless fly.
Have you found a decent job?
How have I not? I was doing a great job with Luo Xiang!
Do you know how you got that job?
I told Shi Fei to call that talent director
to tell them to give you a hard job.
You ended up quitting.
You have to rely on my friend to get a job.
Is Uncle Shi still your friend?
Don't you hurt all your family and friends?
Fine. It's okay if you try to block off my options.
You won't succeed!
I'm geared for bigger things.
How can a sparrow know the will of a swan?
Now you're throwing in the classics.
Do you know the will of the swan?
You're singing covers of other people's songs. Sing your own.
Look at what you're capable of.
Yes, yes!
I'm not as capable as you. You're so talented!
You don't take the job you lined up and use me as an excuse.
In reality, you just want to stay and rest on your laurels.
I can rest on my laurels.
What about you? You merely inherited my good looks and musical talent.
You're wasting your life!
[Old Boy]
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