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[My Story For You]
[Episode 7]
Tell me! What happened?
Liu Ming Tao borrowed 50,000 yuan from my grandmother.
50,000 yuan? Was it a bank robbery?
He said it was for treating his mom's illness
and secretly borrowed it from my grandma.
I thought it strange, so I asked him about it.
He admitted it was a lie and said he needed cash for his business.
But now, he's been gone for a week.
He disappeared?
Isn't he still a college student? Did you try at the school?
I went but his classmates say they haven't seen him for a week either.
I'm worried about my grandma.
She knows I'm dating Liu Ming Tao, so she's afraid to tell my mom.
She's living on edge every day, afraid her retirement money is gone
and afraid I'm dating a bad man.
He's gone too far! How could he take money from the elderly?
I'm going to teach him a lesson.
But he's nowhere to be found.
Go see my brother. He'll know. Come on.
I don't want too many people to know about this.
You're worried about that? Do you want your money back?
Come on.
- Liu Ming Tao! - Chang Gong.
Are you a man? How could you swindle money from your girlfriend?
- I didn't-- - Talk outside.
She hasn't married you yet, so her family's money isn't yours.
You'd better explain everything.
Xiao Ai.
I've let you down.
The money is gone.
What do you mean gone?
Didn't you say you were going to pay it back?
Answer me.
Say something!
I was scammed!
It's the Y2K bug.
They said none of the computers would survive the Y2K bug.
They convinced me to buy over 10,000 CDs
to get rid of the bug.
I thought by buying 1 CD at 3 yuan and then selling it for 10 yuan
I could make big bucks for your mom.
But... They disappeared and the CDs aren't selling.
I went to all the internet cafes but nobody will buy them.
Don't make up some silly story. Are CDs used for getting rid of bugs?
Don't interfere.
Fine, I'll shut up. I can't be bothered to say more.
You really... can't get any of the money back?
It's true.
I didn't know anything and I was completely deceived.
Xiao Ai, I'm sorry. I've let you down.
But I really love you. I wouldn't lie to you!
If you don't believe me, ask the guys whether there's a Y2K bug or not.
Don't look at me.
The CDs I sell are for music and movies.
He's right. CDs can't fix a bug.
The Y2K bug requires step-by-step debugging by technicians.
He was scammed.
Xiao Ai!
Chang Gong, please help me.
You work at the TV station and you are a boss.
You guys must have more money than a poor student like me!
Charge any interest rate.
I can't lose Xiao Ai. She's my everything!
Even if they help, they'll be giving money to Xiao Ai.
Have you thought about her grandma's health?
Xiao Ai.
No, you really don't have to.
Chang Gong, this has nothing to do with you.
But thank you.
Thank you to all of you.
Thank you for finding him for me.
Your grandma loves you the most.
She was willing to give money to Liu Ming Tao because he's your boyfriend.
If she finds out the money was swindled away...
she won't be able to accept that.
I'll figure something out myself.
Xiao Ai, Chang Gong is right.
You're a student. What can you do?
Just listen to Chang Gong.
The two of us are already working. We have some money saved up.
He's right, Xiao Ai.
It'll be Liu Ming Tao who owes us.
Let's come up with the money.
At least return the money to your grandma first
so she can stop worrying.
All right, that's settled.
I just invested my money into my store, so I don't have much cash on hand.
I'll chip in 20,000 yuan.
5,000 yuan. I have 5,000 yuan.
And me. I have 3,000 yuan.
Okay, I'll take care of the rest.
Thank you! Thank you!
It hasn't been a month yet and you've already made your decision?
I can sign a long-term contract with the company.
As long as the company doesn't fire me and you don't find me lacking
I'm willing to work with you to the very end.
I also believe the Internet industry has potential.
Good. You may go if there's nothing else.
I'll have Accounting pay you a one year salary advance.
Thank you, Boss.
Chang Gong, do you have a problem at home?
These tens of thousands of yuan aren't much to me
but to younger workers like you, it is quite a big deal.
- Is it enough? - Yes!
- A one year advance is enough. - Good.
You can get the money tomorrow.
I predicted you would bite off more than you could chew.
Didn't you put all your money into rent and purchasing merchandise?
This isn't your concern, Jia You.
This money was for Xiao Shan's education.
This city isn't his registered residence.
I wanted to spend money on a good school for him.
Since you're in need of money right now, I'll lend it to you.
I really don't need it.
Just remember to pay me back.
I'll figure something out to fix Xiao Shan's registered residence.
I wouldn't have known if you hadn't mentioned it.
You'd better tell me everything from now on.
Get some tape to put these up.
- Put it up here. - Okay.
You're fixing computers too?
I'm posting this for Zhang Chang Gong.
He requested a one year salary advance.
I should help him pull in some extra income or else he'll starve.
He's really something though.
In a year of working, his salary has increased
but his quality of life has decreased.
Done.
[Computer Repair]
Chang Gong.
I heard you're leaving after New Year's Day.
Yes, I'm going to see what's out there.
That's good.
You're young and still have the enthusiasm.
Internet upstart. You'll definitely make it big.
I hope so.
Don't forget about us after you get rich.
By the way, my aunt's computer broke down.
She went to three different places and it still isn't fixed. I recommended you.
This is the address.
- I'll go take a look later. - Okay. I have to go.
Thanks.
What's been up with you lately? Are you in need of money or something?
You're working overtime every day and still looking for side jobs.
I really am in need of money lately.
Give yourself a break!
Hi, Webmaster!
- Webmaster! - What's up?
I already told you the situation. Nobody could fix it.
I haven't been able to connect to the web in a long time.
So, it's time for you to show off your skills.
- Let me help. - I got it.
Did you have anyone take a look at it?
I already went to the best IT guy!
Come on. I'll take a look.
Please.
This way, Sir.
Ma'am, the network engineer we hired is here.
We told you he was coming.
He's so young!
This is my business card.
Network engineer?
Go on in.
Be out in 30 minutes.
- Okay. - One more thing.
Don't close the door to your dorm room.
Okay.
I won't expose what you young people are thinking.
Behave yourselves.
Sir, come with me.
Network engineer? When did that happen?
Do you think of me as a swindler, Li Mu Zi?
Here.
- Yours? - Yes.
Verify for yourself. You can call and ask if you don't believe me.
Don't cry when I've exposed your lie.
If you do expose me, I'll show you my tears.
He's here?
Hello. Can I come in?
It's fine. Come in.
Thanks for breakfast last time.
Is this it?
It crashes when I play games.
What game?
"Chinese Paladin."
That's two years old. You're just playing now?
- Why? Find it too basic? - No, just a bit outdated.
But you're a girl, so it's understandable.
I'm pretty good at video games. I like going back to the classics.
You're still using Windows 95?
Want me to upgrade you to the latest operating system?
- Sure. - Wait until next year.
After Windows 2000 comes out, I'll install it for you.
Mu Zi. Mu Zi.
I just noticed your online friend is quite handsome.
A real man knows how to fix computers.
Not so loudly! He's arrogant enough as it is.
Give praise where praise is deserved.
He's so much better than our school's IT staff.
Excuse me, are you from our school's IT department?
Can you take a look at my computer?
I'm not.
He can fix your computer but you have to treat Mu Zi to a meal.
What are you saying?
Mu Zi, can you ask him to take a look at my computer?
It's nothing serious. I just can't connect to the internet.
Mr. Zhang, do you think you could spare some time?
You decide.
If you have no problem with that, then I'm fine with it.
Then I guess so.
Okay, thanks. We're just next door. I'll be waiting, Handsome!
Mu Zi, you're helping other majors with their computer problems? What about us?
That's ridiculous. I'm not the one doing the repairs.
I could.
You just have to convince the dorm manager to give me time.
Yes! I'll talk to her right now.
I'm so sorry for the trouble, Webmaster.
This kept you away from making more money.
These computer issues are nothing to me.
It's like getting some rest.
Why don't you get more rest from now on?
That's a good idea.
By the way, since you are short on cash lately
why don't I make calls to you from now on?
That's not necessary. I'm not so poor that I can't afford calling cards.
- I'm just saying. - I hear you.
All right.
I'm visiting a Chinese Red Army veteran tomorrow. Want to come?
How come I never heard you mention this before?
I'm telling you now.
Wow! Just in the nick of time!
Oh, right! I ordered dozens of cassette tapes from Han Dong.
Come pick those up with me.
Cassette tapes? Okay.
All right, I'm going now.
- Okay. - Okay.
- Thanks for your trouble. - No trouble.
- Webmaster, thanks for your trouble. - No trouble.
- Thanks for your trouble! - I'm leaving!
Bye!
- See you tomorrow! - See you tomorrow!
Mu Zi, why aren't you sleeping yet?
You're not either.
I was sleeping, but you woke me up.
I'm taking Zhang Chang Gong to visit the chief tomorrow.
Here's my 27,000 yuan, 5,000 yuan of which is from Yao Yao.
It's all here.
That was quick, wasn't it?
Thank you.
Why are you being so courteous? Don't worry about it.
Nobody's asking you to pay us back.
Even if we do...
We'll be going to Liu Ming Tao for it.
Thank you.
Once I graduate, I'll work hard and pay you back.
It's not easy to get into college. Stop thinking about ways to make money.
You have plenty of time to make money after you graduate.
It's not safe for Xiao Ai to be carrying so much money. Go with her.
Let's go, Chang Gong.
I'm going to leave now.
Hold on.
Forget something?
Let's lay out the terms. Write up an IOU.
I'll talk, you write.
On December 30, 1999
Liu Ming Tao borrowed 50,000 yuan from Han Dong.
Spell out the amount in parentheses.
All right, sign your name.
It's not too appropriate that this IOU only lists your name.
After all, Chang Gong and the others chipped in too.
That's okay. We share everything.
But not with you.
You can go.
You haven't come by to see me in so long.
Liu Ming Tao said he feels sorry that he took so long to pay you back.
He had me bring the money to you.
It's okay.
- I'll lock this away for you. - Okay.
Grandma!
Guo Xiao Shan!
It's Wei Xiao Shan!
- Chang Gong! - Hello, Grandma.
Come, sit!
Have a seat! I haven't seen you two in years!
How are you? Have you been in good health?
I'm doing well!
Why do young people always ask the elderly that question?
- How is your chatroom doing? - It's good.
Back when you were in middle school and came to my house
you saw Xiao Ai's dad's computer and you became so curious!
I knew right then that you would be working with them in the future.
Yes, I remember it like it was just yesterday.
I'm going to get my bike. See you later.
You gave all your money to me. What about you? Don't you need it?
I'm fine. I can fix computers, so I can still earn more money.
Don't let this weigh on you.
This money was lent to Liu Ming Tao. You can stay out of it.
I'm going to go. Go back inside.
It's almost a new century.
That's quite amazing.
We'll only get to experience the turn of a century once.
It's almost the year 2000. Wishing you a Happy New Year in advance.
Happy New Year.
Who still uses cassette tapes? People use CDs now.
These were hard to find.
I'll get a CD player for the Eighth Route Army veteran next time.
He's used to using these.
All right. I'll collect more tapes.
Can you help me ask for an autograph?
I've always adored army heroes.
Or, does he have any photos from the war? Let me see some.
If you adore veterans, just come with us.
It wouldn't be good to have so many people visiting.
- Right. - Elderly.
She asked you to go, so she can have a date with you alone.
Don't you get it?
Idiot.
Are tapes enough? How about bringing some cash too?
Gifting money?
He devoted his life to the country.
Put some money in there, so he can have a better life.
He doesn't need money. He needs companionship.
How about some fruit? That's basic etiquette.
There aren't many people on this floor.
It's usually like this. Very few people.
You're here? The chief just woke up. Go in.
Didn't you say we were visiting an army veteran?
- You tricked me again? - No.
Spill it.
This veteran is my grandpa.
I mentioned you last time and he said he wanted to meet you.
Your grandpa?
You should've said so sooner! I could've prepared a gift!
Is it appropriate to give him this the first time I meet him?
He doesn't want for anything. It's okay. This will be just fine.
Come on already.
We're here to see you!
- Don't you have school today? - I don't have class.
Who is this?
I told you about him. Zhang Chang Gong.
Oh, I remember!
The webmaster of some chatroom. Right?
- Have a seat! - Hello, Grandpa.
This was quite sudden, so I didn't have anything prepared. Just some fruit.
If you had had time to prepare, what would you have brought?
Grandpa, don't scare him.
Actually, I really dislike those kids who are serious and all business.
Have a seat. Don't be nervous.
Sit down.
- Sit here. - Okay, Grandpa.
- Chat with me? - Sure.
You start.
I heard Mu Zi say you fought in the war as part of the Eighth Route Army.
That's in the past. Why do you keep telling people that?
Grandpa, you two can talk. I'll go wash the fruit.
Okay.
Do you need help?
Back in the day, when I was waging guerrilla war in Northeast China...
Dad, Uncle.
- I was just about to wash fruit. - Wash fruit?
I can do it later. Let's go in together.
Got caught in the act, didn't you?
Serves you right.
Dad.
Grandpa.
Let me make the introductions. This is a classmate of mine.
This my dad and uncle.
Hello, Uncles.
College classmate?
Did you also go to the same middle school and high school?
Why do you have so many questions?
Grandpa, I'll cut up an apple for you.
You two are so tall.
I'm getting dizzy just looking at you standing there.
- Sit down quickly. - Sit here.
I'll get another chair.
- I'll get it. - I can get it.
Sit down.
Are you doing well?
I'm good.
Allow me.
Young man, I hope you don't mind my rambling.
This is how old people are.
We like to reminisce about the past.
Not at all. I love hearing stories from the elderly.
It's more interesting than reading books.
Recounting past experiences evokes such strong imagery.
It's like an old film.
What does your family do?
My parents worked in a textile factory.
My dad was a technician and my mom was in administration.
They later responded to the call of the country
accepted severance pay, and opened their own tailor's shop.
That's very nice. It's called "taking the plunge."
- That phrase is outdated. - Aren't you the hip one?
Dad, it's quite rare
to be able to talk so much with a young man.
The oldies are still the best.
Dad, you're skirting the topic again.
I know you're talking about the boy.
I was telling him my stories and he listened intently.
Someone who would listen to an old man ramble on must have a good heart.
At least as friends
Mu Zi won't be following any bad examples.
Here is far enough. Don't waste money buying a ticket to go in with me.
All right.
Page me if you want to talk. I'll call you and save you the money.
No way! There are principles that must followed.
Page me and I'll call you. I'll foot the calling fees.
All right. I'm going now. Bye.
[Jinghu Television Station]
I truly like you two.
10 years ago, no, just 5 years ago
no young employee would've been willing to leave the TV station.
Times are different now.
You are bold.
Mr. Jin, I hope you won't keep what happened before in your memories.
To be honest, I feel guilty about wrongfully accusing you.
It's okay. It's in the past.
Listen, I'll treat you two to a meal to send you on your way.
I'll pay.
You sure are magnanimous to not hold a grudge.
If I were in your position, I wouldn't be able to do it.
Back in school, I was wronged.
Even when the issue was resolved, I still held on to the resentment.
Now that I've been in the workforce for a while
I've learned that everybody will eventually suffer some wrongs.
Can't bear to leave?
No.
Then you must be afraid you made the wrong choice.
Why would I be? You're the one who should be afraid.
I've been working for less than a year. I could start all over again at any time.
I'm not afraid of failing either.
All right! Let's do this together!
Onward!
Old Zhang, let me show you this. Look.
Do you recognize this brand?
This is the brand, Esprit.
I heard from Yao Yao that this brand is very expensive.
She's been wanting to make a purchase but couldn't afford it.
Nothing from this brand is under 100 yuan!
It's that expensive? She must be saving a lot of money lately.
She bought so many clothes all at once.
How does she have so much money as a nurse?
Something must be up.
Like what? You make this sound so questionable.
I'm definitely right.
I'm going to drop in at the hospital to see who she's been hanging out with.
I don't want her following bad influences. I'll have to keep an eye out.
By the way, someone will be coming to pick up their new clothes.
Help me iron them. Don't forget.
Boss, I'll have the deluxe set meal. The most expensive one.
Add all the extras.
Okay. Take a seat.
Table One, deluxe set!
Officer Li?
What have you done now?
You make me sound so bad. I was always the victim.
Your arm is all better now?
Yes, I just had the bandages taken off.
It's almost the year 2000.
Yes, 2000.
What are you doing on the last day of the year?
New Year's Eve?
Work until 10 p.m. and then go home to sleep.
Why are you always on duty?
Everybody has a family. I'm the only one who's single.
Working during the holidays doesn't bother me much.
Won't your parents be unhappy?
I worked during Chinese New Year last year and my mom was so displeased.
I'm a family of one.
Sorry.
It's no big deal.
I'm already 30. It's not a sensitive topic. I'm not that fragile.
You're already 30?
Don't tell me you have some unmentionable disease or suffered trauma
so you're afraid to get married.
Do you need me to refer you to a good doctor?
The things you say--
I used to work in Urology. I won't mind. Tell me.
Thank you.
Why don't you tell me the symptoms? I'll help you analyze them.
I have experience.
Stop right there. I'm in excellent health. Nothing's bothering me.
Eat your noodles!
You had it coming, girl!
If I hadn't seen your bike outside, I would've been looking all over for you.
Mom, what's the matter with you?
What's the matter with me? Answer me! Did you change jobs?
Are you a phone operator now?
Let's talk at home.
At home? You sit right back down.
You're going to explain right here!
Don't you find it embarrassing to do this in front of a police officer?
Even better!
He can take you to the police station and lock you up behind bars.
You hear that, Officer Li?
My mom has always threatened me
saying that if I didn't behave, she would tell the police to lock me up.
Auntie, it's not too good to discipline children like that.
It's just a joke.
Don't interrupt! Answer me!
Where did you get nerve to change jobs behind my back? Answer me!
Jia You, aren't you from the south?
You look even more graceful than my mom when kneading dough.
I learned this from my aunt.
She has a bad back.
When we made dumplings, I learned from her, so I could help out.
How surprising.
Your uncle and I are both so lucky.
I might have lost my degree, but I gained an amazing woman.
Isn't it worth it?
Jia You.
Sometimes, my heart aches for you. You're raising Xiao Shan on your own.
Why does your heart ache for me?
I'm afraid people will talk.
You have to work and raise your child. That's so difficult.
I don't find it tiring.
Xiao Shan is very nice and obedient.
That's why I don't find it hard.
As for what other people say, that's their own business.
Jia You.
Complain to me.
I want you to rely on me.
I don't have a tragic life. There's nothing to complain about.
Stop bothering me.
Have you washed your hands?
I have a craving for syrup-coated fried dough. I'm going to buy some.
Uncle, I want some too!
No problem! Just wait. You'll get some too.
Okay.
- Let me borrow your bike. - What are you doing?
Come back soon! I need it in the afternoon!
I'll be back soon!
Too old-fashioned.
You're not here with your mom today?
No.
This one.
And this and this.
And this.
About 168 centimeters tall, slim, and a good figure.
- Get me those in that size. - Okay, please wait a moment.
Is it too hot?
No, I checked the temperature.
Your mom didn't eat dinner.
Just give in later and say something nice.
Why? I'm earning three times as much money now.
What is she unhappy about?
Does she think the food I buy for her is stolen?
Old man, why don't you ever put away the newspaper when you're done?
You hear that? If you don't back down, she'll give me a hard time.
I don’t care. She's your wife.
Dad, pour more. I have to hurry to work.
It's a new millennium and work is so busy.
The boss said the night shift pay is three times the usual rate.
It's so cold. You still have to go out?
I have work.
It must be very busy at the hospital.
I resigned from the hospital a long time ago.
I work at the paging center now.
That's great. Paging centers get a lot of work.
I'm heading in.
Mom, you scared me. What's this for?
You'll catch a cold if you keep your neck exposed.
You're not wearing long underwear either? Go in and put them on!
No.
If you don't wear them, you'll have bad legs when you're old!
Who thinks so far into the future? I'm leaving.
- For you. - Thank you.
- Do you like it? - Yes.
You eat this one.
No, I just had one.
Sit here.
Mom?
You have guests?
Hello, Auntie.
Come in, Mom.
Jia You.
Xiao Shan, call her Grandma.
Grandma.
Good boy.
You went to the mall?
You even used my VIP card?
I went to the store you usually go to and bought a few outfits.
You've been making money for a year but haven't gotten your parents any gifts.
New Year's Day is tomorrow. I was going to give you a surprise.
A surprise?
All right, not bad.
You opened a store in one year. You haven't embarrassed your dad.
When I get home, I'll tell him you will be visiting on New Year's Day.
Hello, Xiao Ou?
Please tell our supervisor
that I'm not coming to work tonight because my stomach hurts.
Why don't you tell Zhao Shan to cover for me? It's three times the pay.
Thank you.
Officer Li!
- Are you in trouble again? - No trouble.
I was going to work but I canceled instead.
Let's ring in the New Year together.
I'll keep you company and you keep me company.
Celebrate on your own.
I have to go deal with a dispute that was called in.
What dispute?
A civil dispute.
Then...
I'll go with you.
This is official business.
Official business? You can take the lead. I'll follow behind you.
You can pretend you don't know me.
Fine. Don't follow too closely or it'll create a bad impression.
Okay.
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