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[Sweet Combat]
[Episode 14]
When did you start caring so much about Song Xiao Mi?
- I don't. - You don't?
If Song Xiao Mi was cooking for Sun Hao, Cutie, President, or Director
I bet you wouldn't even bat an eye.
Stop lying to yourself.
It's not Song Xiao Mi you care about.
It's Ming Tian!
- Save it! - Stop.
Everything is clearer from a distance.
We can talk again when you're willing to be honest with me.
Hold on! You...
Um... I want to ask...
Is Song Xiao Mi's cooking really that good?
It's really very good.
This is also one of the reasons I am friends with her against my conscience.
Bye.
All right! Thank you, everybody!
We'll take the last question now.
The Zhengze Tournament is right around the corner.
This is a grand occasion in the MMA world.
Can you tell us how your students are currently doing?
If I tell you now, then that might be a bit of a spoiler.
- Right, Director? - Yes, yes.
However, I can tell you one thing for sure.
You will definitely not be disappointed!
When did you start caring so much about Song Xiao Mi?
- I don't. - You don't?
If Song Xiao Mi was cooking for Sun Hao, Cutie, President, or Director
I bet you wouldn't even bat an eye.
Stop lying to yourself.
It's not Song Xiao Mi you care about.
It's Ming Tian!
- Save it! - Stop.
Everything is clearer from a distance.
We can talk again when you're willing to be honest with me.
It's not that I don't want to admit it.
Even if I admit it, it would be useless!
He doesn't like me.
What bad luck! Exactly who I don't want to see!
Ming Tian!
Xiao Mi.
Let me tell you something.
Oh no! Is she telling Ming Tian?
If Xiao Mi hadn't told me, I would've never thought that you...
You...
Thank you for telling me this.
Of course! It has to do with you anyway.
I'm going to go.
- Bye. - Bye.
Oh, right! Ming Tian!
This is a secret! Don't let anyone know.
- Bye! - Bye.
Secret?
Fang Yu, you can come back to school now?
Um...
What did Song Xiao Mi tell you just now?
Nothing.
She loudly said it's a secret. How could it be nothing?
Tell me honestly. Does it have to do with me?
Ming Tian, you mustn't believe Song Xiao Mi's nonsense.
It's not true! I...
I told her I...
I'm at a loss for words.
I understand your good intentions.
However, I think it's better not to.
I can see to my sneakers myself.
Sneakers?
Just now, Xiao Mi told me
you suggested that everybody chip in to buy a new pair of sneakers for me
as a birthday gift for me so that I wouldn't refuse.
However, I'm thinking I should buy it on my own after I get paid.
That's it?
- What else is there? - Nothing!
I mean...
Yes.
Sneakers are extremely important to an athlete.
When the soles are worn, they must be replaced.
Let me see yours.
It's time to replace them.
Since there's nothing else, I'll see you at the club later.
I should've asked her why she was at a loss for words.
How come she got the idea to get new sneakers for me?
[Zhengze Boxing Club]
It's obvious Song Xiao Mi was deliberately jerking you around.
It's okay. I'll get her back two-fold.
Xiao Mi, didn't we agree not to mention it?
How come you went and taunted Fang Yu with it?
Obviously to get some satisfaction out of it!
It's a rare chance at messing with her.
It feels even better than attacking her in the ring!
Everybody's here? I seem to be the only one late today.
Everybody, gather around!
Hurry it up.
Let's welcome Fang Yu back to the team!
Next up, warm up exercises.
Ming Tian, you'll lead.
One, two, three, four.
Keep calm.
Three, two, three, four.
Four, two, three, four.
One, two, three, four.
- Xiao Mi. - Two, two, three, four.
Three, two, three, four.
Four, two, three, four.
Let's move on to lunge stretches.
One, two, three, four.
Two, two, three, four.
Three, two, three, four.
Four, two, three, four.
Weird. What's going on today? Everybody's acting so strange.
Could it be...
It has nothing to do with you!
Two, two, three, four.
Three, two, three, four.
Xiao Mi, it's your turn to train me to take a beating today.
Save the chatter! Brace yourself!
I heard you can now keep your eyes open while being attacked.
We'll switch things up today so you can familiarize yourself with my attacks.
Let me clarify.
Aside from competing with speed and power
do you know what else boxers compete with in the ring?
- Mental composure. - Correct.
This is especially true for S-level athletes like us
whose skill levels are nearly on par.
In the end, it comes down to a battle of wills.
If you are able to quickly adjust to
Fang Yu's speed, attacks, as well as her formidable presence
I believe you'll have no problem standing firm against other opponents.
Go.
During training, be extra tough.
Make him hurt so much that he can't even recognize his siblings!
Then you two won't have time for any awkwardness!
Wait, isn't that--
Even Song Xiao Mi isn't capable of doing this.
If you want to protect your dignity, you must strike hard!
Be merciless.
Get ready!
Nice!
What's gotten into Fang Yu today? She's not holding back!
Others might think they have a grudge against each other!
- Fang Yu! - Song Xiao Mi!
This is the Boxing Club!
Glutton Nan, how dare you threaten me?
Again!
[Men]
This feels so good!
This training is the real deal!
I'm about to fall apart from exhaustion!
Ming Tian, aren't you hurting?
It hurts.
Being brutally punched by Fang Yu
hurts a hundred times more than when others bullied me before.
But I couldn't be more delighted
because I know I'm on my way to becoming stronger!
[S-Level Only Shower Room]
Me first!
Why do you get to use it first? Rock paper scissors.
You only have a few short hairs. Just dry off with a towel.
If we're going by hair length, Fang Yu has the longest hair.
Why doesn't she get to use it first?
Because Fang Yu won't fight me for it. Right?
Go ahead. I'm going to apply hair oil first.
It's because I have something on Fang Yu.
If you want to tell, go ahead. I'm not scared.
Do you think I'm a fool?
Don't think that you can use me to confess your feelings to Ming Tian!
All right, I'm done.
I'm going to find Ming Tian.
What is she so smug about? Darn Xiao Mi!
Fang Yu, do you plan on playing along?
Why not? What else can I do?
What?
I say you should just confess to Ming Tian.
Ming Tian! Ming Tian!
Are you heading to work at the ice cream store?
Yes. Why?
Nothing! I'm afraid you'll be late. Go on!
Hurry, hurry.
Go, go, go! Bye!
Keep up the energy!
You mean I should confess my feelings to Ming Tian?
I'm telling you to face your own feelings.
Are you crazy? Why would I do that?
Fang Yu, I'm now not the only one who can tell you like him. Even--
Even Song Xiao Mi can tell.
If this keeps up, Ming Tian will figure it out sooner or later.
I know you're shy and find it hard to say.
Why don't I feel him out for you?
No! You're not allowed to do that.
Why? Fang Yu, what's holding you back?
Could it really be what you said before? Liking Ming Tian is embarrassing?
No, no! That's not what I mean.
Then what is it?
You won't do this or that.
This has you all twisted up and acting unreasonable!
He doesn't like me. How can I say it?
He said that himself?
Sun Hao?
Ming Tian, are you heading to work at the ice cream store?
Yes.
What's up with everybody today? Why is everybody interested in my work?
You're popular.
Tell me. Are we friends?
Yes.
Is this enough to cover your wages for today?
Yes, but what are you doing with this money?
To be honest, I've always had a dream
of entertaining others in an animal costume.
I heard that's what you're doing at the ice cream store
so I was thinking of doing your job for a day to fulfill my dream.
I've never heard of anyone having that dream.
The job is very tiring though.
I don't mind.
You get paid and I get my dream fulfilled.
It's such a good deal. What are you hesitating for?
All right, I'll call to let the manager know.
That's settled, then!
Bye!
Weirdo.
He told you himself that he doesn't like you?
I guess so.
What do you mean? It's either yes or no. Pick one.
How would I know? I don't know what he thinks.
True.
Cheng Ya Nan, where are you going?
Where are you going?
I'm going to ask him indirectly for you.
Given your personality
I'm guessing you'll still be dwelling on this when you're 80 years old.
Can you stop making such a big deal about it?
I don't want to know whether he likes me or not.
Fang Yu, it's not that you don't want to know. You're afraid of knowing.
You're afraid you'll be upset after knowing.
You're afraid you won't have the courage to face him anymore.
Fang Yu, why are you such a coward when facing love?
Where's the haughty courage you have in the ring?
That's different.
You're wrong. Romance and MMA are just the same.
If you don't even have the courage to face your opponent in the ring
then the outcome will be in another person's hands.
No matter how much effort you put in before
you'll only end up with injuries from head to toe.
I might call Song Xiao Mi a flirt all the time
but I admire her for having the courage to chase after the one she likes.
Regardless of whether she ends up with Ming Tian
at least she worked hard to attain love.
Do you remember your first competition against a senior who trash-talked you?
What did you say to her?
I said...
What is there to be afraid of? At worst, I'll just lose.
I'm not one who can't afford to lose.
Yes! What is there to be afraid of? At worst, he just doesn't like you.
But if you don't even have the courage to stand in the ring
you'll have to give your blessings to Song Xiao Mi.
[Making]
I can't say a word.
Only Ming Tian could stand such a difficult task.
I hope Fang Yu shows up again today.
If she hugs me-- no, hugs this bunny
even suffocating in here will be worthwhile!
I'm making you mine today!
Little Bunny!
Xiao Mi?
How come it's her?
Are you happy that I'm here to keep you company as you work?
Ming Tian.
To be honest, this is my first time taking the initiative in pursuing a guy.
I may usually seem very outgoing
but I'm actually very shy.
I admit I started out pursuing you for the achievement.
But after getting to know you better
I realized I really have fallen for you.
Oh no. I'll be dead meat if Xiao Mi finds out I'm in the suit!
Don't be shy, Ming Tian.
Why don't you tell me how you feel about me?
If you don't say anything
I'll take that as a sign that you feel the same way about me.
You know costumed characters can't talk.
Xiao Mi, you're so sly!
You do like me!
Yes! I'm so happy!
Ming Tian! Don't be shy! I know you like me!
Xiao Mi, I'm not Ming Tian.
Sun Hao?
Why is it you?
I'm covering for Ming Tian.
Xiao Mi, murder is illegal.
Stay calm. Don't do anything rash.
Don't worry though. I won't tell anyone a word of anything you just said.
I only know...
The dead can't talk!
Ming Tian!
Hey! Sun Hao! How dare you run?
- Xiao Mi, listen to me! - Do you want to die?
Impulse is the devil!
You're dead meat!
Xiao Mi!
What is there to be afraid of? At worst, I'll just lose.
I'm not one who can't afford to lose.
Yes! What is there to be afraid of? At worst, he just doesn't like you.
But if you don't even have the courage to stand in the ring
you'll have to give your blessings to Song Xiao Mi.
[Zhengze University]
[Zhengze Boxing Club]
- Xiao Mi, Ya Nan. - Ming Tian!
Where's Sun Hao?
Prelims are looming. What is he thinking?
I called him and he said he's sick.
Sick?
He usually seems quite robust but he turns out to be so sickly.
Let's go train.
Being determined is one thing
but actually saying it is another thing.
Ming Tian, I'm a bit interested in you.
Do you...
No, no, no.
Ming Tian, someone told you that I like you?
How is that possible?
I have to deny that.
If I like you, that would be harmful for you.
In that case, I'll reluctantly...
What the heck am I saying?
Keep up with me. Go!
Good!
Keep it up! Here!
Keep going!
Ming Tian! Song Xiao Mi! I have good news.
What?
Ming Tian is in the same bracket as Ma Yi Chen.
Yes! Congratulations!
But there is also bad news.
Luo Guan Yan is also in the same bracket.
Then it's a death bracket.
At present, Luo Guan Yan is
the most likely candidate to proceed to the finals.
Ming Tian, if you are matched up against him
you'll have to be prepared for a fierce battle.
Ya Nan, I heard the preliminaries are completed in one day.
There are so many competitors.
How can eight victors be determined in one day?
That's because the majority will forfeit.
Forfeit?
This usually happens after an overwhelming match.
If there is a tremendous difference in skill level
between the victor and other competitors
we will see a domino effect with a series of forfeits.
Think about it.
If you know you'll lose badly, would you still step up to the ring?
That means the stronger an athlete, the more forfeits there will be.
That's right.
When Fang Yu had to participate in the prelims
more than 60 percent of competitors forfeited.
I remember that was Fang Yu's first time in the tournament.
A senior who practiced aikido said she would teach Fang Yu a lesson.
In the end, Fang Yu KO'd her in just 37 seconds.
After seeing that, the competitors in the same bracket forfeit one by one.
Fang Yu proceeded to the finals, ultimately became the champion
and since rose to fame.
That's why Zhengze changed the rules
so S-level athletes were no longer required to take part in the prelims
lowering the rate of forfeits.
That also minimizes unnecessary injuries.
Injuries?
Speaking of this, I have an idea.
Why don't you consult with Fang Yu?
Maybe she'll have some secrets she can share with you.
Okay, I'll go find her.
- Ming Tian! Ming Tian! - Song Xiao Mi.
Ming Tian!
You could ask me! Why do you have to go to Fang Yu?
Ming Tian!
Cheng Ya Nan!
Ming Tian, Ming Tian.
Ming Tian...
Do you think I...
Ming Tian, so...
- We-- - Fang Yu!
Do you have time to talk?
Fang Yu, I've created a chance for you. Make good use of it.
Cheng Ya Nan, didn't you want a one-on-one? Come on!
You're on!
It seems love is a poison. It's best to steer clear of it!
Secrets?
Ya Nan said you defeated many opponents your first time in the tournament.
That's why I wanted to ask you about your frame of mind at the time.
How did you prepare yourself mentally?
Are you starting to fret about the tournament?
Rather than fretting, I would say I care.
I don't want to lose.
To be honest, I'm not naturally more gifted than anyone else.
However, I have stronger willpower than anyone else.
Willpower?
Let me put it this way.
This is the power that drives everything.
When you step into the ring, you must tell yourself, "I won't lose."
Your mind will be strong and be able to overcome your fears
and give you courage.
In the end, you'll discover that you are much stronger than you thought.
Thank you for teaching me so much, Fang Yu.
It'll help a lot.
Ming Tian.
Actually...
Actually, I have to go to class.
Class?
I didn't chicken out. I just wasn't ready to say it.
You just needed to blink, swallow, and say it! What do you need to prepare?
I already thought it through.
I have a plan. Bye.
How come it turned out like this?
You're back?
You haven't eaten yet?
Yes. I have to eat dry biscuits in the car every day, killing my appetite.
I suddenly thought of your junior's chow mein and found my appetite again.
So it's from Mama Hao.
No wonder it smells so good.
What are you doing?
If you want some, buy some for yourself.
Stingy.
It's so strange.
No matter how hard I try at cooking, I just can't make something as delicious.
I'm also puzzled.
It's so easy to understand but you don't get it?
Tell me, then.
You had better be able to convince me.
Use your brain.
If someone like you who has nil culinary talent
wants to be able to learn how to cook something in a short amount of time
you'll have to focus on learning how to make one thing
instead of trying your hand at this and that.
This is just like combat sports.
You need to have a specialty first, such as boxing or taekwondo.
Then you can move on to other things.
Look, Mama Hao might not be a famous chef
but her chow mein is spectacular.
You're right.
Can I ask you for a favor?
As said in ancient times
"When all at once I turn my head
"I find her there in the muted candlelight."
The perfect description.
Sun Hao, sorry to trouble you.
It's no trouble at all. It's my honor to help you, Fang Yu.
Do you think I can do it?
Don't worry. As long as I'm here, anything is possible.
So let's get started.
Try it for me.
Is it good?
It's delicious.
Fang Yu, I never imagined you would be so nice to me.
Sun Hao? Sun Hao?
What's the last step?
Now you just have to flip it in the wok.
- Like this? - Yes.
Sun Hao?
Look.
Fang Yu, you're sweating. Let me wipe that off for you.
I got it.
Is this okay?
Yes. You'll get the hang of it after you practice more.
Try to meet my fists and cut down my range.
In terms of mechanics, this will lower the lethality.
Just like this.
Come on.
You are most vulnerable there with the least muscle
so remember to make an effort in defense
in order to dodge more quickly.
Again.
After you no longer fear taking a beating
you'll need to learn to go against your natural instinct to dodge.
You will be stronger once you overcome that.
Very good.
Fang Yu, let's go eat at the dining hall together.
No, I have to go home. Go on your own. Bye.
I have to go.
[Zhengze University]
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