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[Sweet Combat]
[Episode 16]
Fang Yu, I heard you've been here for three hours already.
How could you not wear gloves?
What are you doing?
Hands are what a fighter should protect the most.
How could you allow them to be injured?
I thought of Uncle Ji.
He must have been in great pain when he was struck by the Death Strike.
That's why...
I also wanted to experience... that pain.
Why would you think of Uncle Ji out of the blue?
Because when I was at Ya Nan's house today...
I heard Ya Nan's father say...
He knows how to use the Death Strike.
That feeling...
It's like having the weapon that killed Uncle Ji placed before you
yet, you're powerless.
Fang Yu, it was just a competition. Nobody can be blamed.
Besides, he's been gone for so many years.
It's time for you to let go.
You don't understand what he meant to me.
He was the most important person to me.
When you were sick...
Mom and Dad took you to the States.
Uncle Ji was the one who kept me company during those years.
To me...
He was more like a parent to me than Mom and Dad.
Whether I was happy or sad
it was Uncle Ji who was by my side.
You won't understand how I feel.
Luo Guan Yan!
Cheng Ya Nan? Why are you here?
I need to see you about something. Come.
I've only heard that the one who died from the Death Strike
was a rather strong athlete.
I'm not too sure about his background.
This is such a small world.
Guess what? The one who died was a very important person to Fang Yu.
Luo Guan Yan, I'm being serious here.
No matter how impressive this move is, it'll be better if you don't learn it.
Are you worried about me?
Here, this is ready to drink. Drink it.
Thank you.
I'm not worried about you!
I just don't want more people to be harmed by that move.
Don't blow your own trumpet.
All right.
But actually, that incident wasn't the fault of the Death Strike.
Sometimes, what the eye sees may not be the truth.
Do you know something?
I watched a clip of that match.
Based on my observations
the one who dealt the Death Strike wasn't positioned at a fatal angle.
Moreover, the one who received the blow was a very experienced boxer.
He shouldn't have lost his life due to that blow.
Of course, these are all my conjectures.
After all, accidents are possible in the ring.
None of us were there. We don't know the details.
Luo Guan Yan, if you think of me as a friend
I advise you not to learn the Death Strike.
My friend, there's a place nearby with really good Chinese crullers flatbread.
Let's go. I'll treat you.
Sure.
Luo Guan Yan, actually, I don't think I'll go.
That's too greasy. I'll just eat my apple.
Have you been dieting lately?
I was going to ask you earlier. You look much slimmer.
Are you doing it to look better?
Do you think all girls diet to look good?
How shallow.
I'm cutting my weight
so I can be more nimble and the speed of my attacks can be faster.
Only in this way can I have a chance at defeating Fang Yu.
You won't make any exceptions even if she's a close friend?
Of course.
This is what's so great about combat sports.
Whether we're friends or enemies, the winner is determined based on skill.
There are no hard feelings outside the ring.
I'm going to take the championship from her fair and square.
By the way, where's that restaurant?
Who just said she wasn't eating?
Who says I was going to? Can't I just ask?
All right, don't eat it when we're there.
Stingy!
Ming Tian!
Fang Yu?
I don't like you! I don't like this sort of situation.
I don't like the scene of Song Xiao Mi kissing you replaying in my head!
Fang Yu, that was just a misunderstanding.
I don't care. I'm going to completely erase it from my mind!
What's going on? Why would I have this dream?
No, no. I must calm down.
Calm, calm...
Crap!
Those two scenes are in my mind. They're not going away!
It tastes so delicious!
Yummy.
Good morning. I made breakfast. Come eat.
Ming Tian, hurry. It's delicious!
Xiao Mi is so amazing. She can make such delicious food so quickly.
Ming Zhu, why don't I teach you how to cook
so that you'll grow up to be a good wife?
Okay!
Xiao Mi.
There's something I want to clarify.
Don't say anything.
You should be focusing on the preliminaries
and getting enough nutrition.
Ming Tian is going to the tournament! I want to cheer for him!
I want to too!
Okay, I'll take you there and let you sit in the VIP seats up front.
Then we'll have a very close view!
Will Ming Tian see us cheering for him?
Of course!
Xiao Mi, it's better if--
Enough. There's one more dish left. I'm going to go make it.
Boil the frog in warm water.
[Zhengze University]
[Zhengze MMA Tournament]
What do you think?
- All of these girls look so impressive. - Right?
If any one of these girls become my daughter-in-law, I can retire.
Mom, what are you saying?
Hi, Sun Hao. Who's this?
This is my mom.
- Hello, Auntie. - Hello.
See you in the arena later. Take care.
- Bye, Auntie. - Goodbye.
What do you think?
- Is she also a competitor? - Yes.
All right, son. Just take it easy when you fight.
Victory isn't important.
We're not in the olden days. You don't have to compete to take a wife.
Mom, you'll have to look after yourself after I take you to the stands. Behave.
Don't worry. I'll be fine on my own.
When I grace the stage with my might, remember to keep a low profile.
Don't be too rowdy.
Don't worry, I'll be the definition of low-key.
Let's go.
Don't be nervous when you're up.
You've been training for so long. You'll be fine.
- Ming Tian! - Ming Tian!
Ming Zhu, Ming Lang.
Go, Ming Tian! Beat them all!
Yes! Defeat them all!
I'll do my best.
You two must obey Xiao Mi, okay?
All right. Song Xiao Mi, take them outside.
Don't worry! I'll take good care of them.
Ming Tian's siblings are my siblings!
We'll cheer you on with all our love!
Go!
Xiao Mi, you guys are here so early.
- Sun Hao, you must do your best too. - Don't worry.
But you're not allowed to defeat my brother!
Not allowed!
Okay, I have to warm up with Ming Tian.
- You guys should go. - Let's go.
Behave.
Don't worry.
Punk, the day has finally come.
So how do you feel?
Don't assume that you can defeat me just because you have good stamina.
I let you win once on a fluke. It doesn't mean you can change your luck.
You're destined to be a loser. Just accept your fate.
I hope you have a chance to prove your words in the ring.
Sure, Ming Tian. You just wait!
Let's go!
I can't believe Queen would watch the prelims.
Are you afraid Zhengze students will be brutally slaughtered by Zhiying?
I can't wait for the finals.
I will defeat you.
Then you'll have to put in more effort.
- Fang Yu, over here! - Fang Yu!
Fang Yu, over here!
Over here! Hurry!
Sit.
Fang Yu!
She really does seem like a queen.
No wonder Hao would fall for her. Even I am falling for her!
Mama Hao, I'm not bad either.
You're great. You're even better.
- Senior. - Junior.
Welcome, welcome.
Ever since our friendship dance party
I've gained a deep understanding
of the truth, our two schools are united in the pursuit of progress.
Yes, absolutely.
The progress of your self-cultivation over the years is astounding.
However, I still have to say this.
If your students are utterly defeated by my students
you mustn't be too infuriated.
That is exactly what makes me worry for you.
My school has sent forth the best of the best.
If you lose on your home ground
I'm afraid you'll lose your composure.
Let's wait and see what happens.
- Sure, let's wait and see. - Please take a seat.
[Sun Hao versus Zhang Xiao Hua]
Sun Hao! Sun Hao! Sun Hao!
Two pairs of competitors are now on stage.
The two pairs will compete simultaneously.
A competitor could be eliminated in a blink
in this rapid knockout competition!
Sun Hao always tells us he's the king of street fighting.
Let's see how good he is.
Did you think I'll be easy to defeat?
Ming Tian, do you see?
You must watch out for a mount. It's very dangerous.
This mixed combination of fighting styles is truly dazzling and heart-racing!
The rule of street fighting is
never make the same mistake twice.
Sun Hao wins!
Mom, I won! Xiao Mi, I won!
He's not bad.
All right, stop training and leave!
Coach, it's not time yet.
I'll make it up to you another day.
Get out of here!
Did you not hear me?
I have to get going too!
Go!
[Zhengze MMA Tournament]
It's a competition that isn't worth watching at all.
What a waste of a trip after coming so far.
S-level? So what?
In my opinion, that's like the difference between 0.50 yuan and 5 yuan.
Who is that? Such arrogance in his tone.
Fang Yu.
Weren't you watching the tournament? Why did you come out?
I came out for some air.
I'm going to buy drinks for everyone.
Fang Yu.
Head back in first.
Observe the matches. It'll be helpful for you.
What do kids like drinking?
These are the lucky hand wraps I used in the tournament last time.
I want to give them to you.
No matter what, I still hope you can proceed smoothly to the finals.
Xiao Feng.
Luo Guan Yan, do you have punch mitts?
I want to train with Ming Tian before it's his turn.
Yes.
Excellent.
Thank you.
By the way, Luo Guan Yan, remember to do your best.
- You too. - Do your best.
Xiao Feng, did you need to see me?
I was going to see if Yi Chen is here.
It's his first time in the tournament.
I wanted to give him a pep talk.
If he's not here, I'm going to go. Bye.
Thank you, Queen.
No, thanks.
Thank you.
Mama Hao, I'm going to check on Sun Hao.
Can you keep watch on the kids and Fang Yu for me?
Keep a close eye.
Don't worry. Go.
Excuse me, excuse me.
Sorry, sorry.
Excuse me, excuse me.
Luo Guan Yan, please be ready.
Sorry, sorry.
I made it in time.
Go, go!
[Sun Hao versus Luo Guan Yan]
I heard you're quite strong, Luo Guan Yan.
I'm all right.
What is Captain doing?
What is he up to?
I think he must have a plan.
I don't know why he's not attacking
but his defense is perfect
and he is able to predict all of Sun Hao's moves.
That's a surprisingly accurate analysis.
Are you going to fight? Don't waste my time.
You've been fighting for many rounds already.
I believe in fighting on a fair level.
Are you looking down on me?
Then I won't hold back.
The first black swan event has occurred in the preliminaries!
Luo Guan Yan is unexpectedly caught up in a bitter struggle.
Your street fighting methods are only suitable for scaring people.
Every move in the ring must be practiced countless times.
That's it! Yes!
Excellent! That's more like it!
Good morning, everybody.
I have a very important personnel appointment to announce today.
- The deputy CEO will be-- - CEO Fang.
Ming Tian is up next.
All right.
Relax, relax.
You'll be okay.
Fang Yu?
I know you're very nervous right now.
Don't think about winning or losing.
Don't worry about what others think of you.
Just bear this in mind.
"I must do my best in this tournament."
You've trained for so long for this very moment.
All the effort you put in will pay off.
Trust me.
Go!
[Ming Tian versus Luo Guan Yan]
- Go, Ming Tian! - Keep it up!
Go, Ming Tian!
My love makes you invincible! Go, go, go!
Song Xiao Mi, this is a tournament!
Come on. Sit your butt down.
Ming Tian strikes hard as soon as the match begins!
Not bad. You're gifted.
His offensive form is correct.
His core is also steady.
He's just too impatient.
Ming Tian, keep cool. Take your time.
How much time has it been? He's a whole new person already.
No matter how much he has leveled up, he still won't be a match for Captain.
Ming Tian!
He'll be okay. Sit down.
Luo Guan Yan forfeits!
- That's right! He tapped out! Why?
The most promising competitor to proceed to the finals
has unexpectedly signaled defeat against a Zhengze freshman!
Luo Guan Yan, even if I'm going to lose, I will fight to the end.
Why do you mean by this?
Does this mean Ming Tian won?
Yes, he won!
How is that considered a win?
He gave up. That doesn't mean he lost.
Giving up means losing.
My son's classmate defeated your apprentice.
So what if he won?
Have you heard of a one-sided battle?
Have you heard of sore loser?
Ming Tian won!
Luo Guan Yan, you had better explain!
Xiao Feng, I have something very important to tell you.
Listen carefully.
Effective immediately, I am no longer captain of Zhiying Boxing Club.
I officially appoint you as captain.
Why? What do you mean by this?
Lead the Zhiying Boxing Club members well.
You can do it.
Luo Guan Yan, did you pass off the role of captain to me so you could forfeit?
That's outrageous.
I'm very sorry about this
but you are the only person I can trust the club to.
Don't try to flatter me at a time like this.
Who allowed you to forfeit? Who allowed you to give up the club?
I know how much importance you placed on the Zhengze Tournament.
I don't believe
you would give up your chance to advance to the finals for anyone!
Don't tell me...
Did you do it for Cheng Ya Nan?
I wouldn't give up on the tournament for anyone.
I did it for the sport of MMA.
Boxing itself should be pure and simple.
It shouldn't be learned and used for bullying or worse purposes.
I find it meaningless to fight for the glory of our school
if we lose basic respect for combat sports in the process.
Even if what you say is right, will the president spare you?
Will Zhiying's students forgive you?
Why must you make an enemy of everyone?
Don't worry about me.
When I've already willingly placed glory and status aside
personal reputation is no longer important.
Here, keep these safe. Don't throw them away again.
[Ming Tian versus Ma Yi Chen]
I can't believe we're really up against each other.
After this match, I'll have you know that
no matter where you are, you'll always be the one beaten.
We'll see after this match.
Ma Yi Chen isn't weak.
That sneaky fellow!
He seems like he doesn't know Ming Tian well
but he's clearly studied him and is targeting his weak spots!
Ming Tian's match with Luo Guan Yan gave him a lot of confidence
so that's why he's attacking repeatedly.
Strange. How come this kid's fighting style seems a bit familiar?
I don't dislike you
but I was so scared seeing that person bully you and Ming Lang.
I don't need your protection!
I'd rather be beaten to death than see you so humiliated!
Cowards like you really tick me off.
It's my fault. I couldn't protect you.
I promise you that from now on
something like that won't happen again.
- Foul! - That's a foul!
It wasn't intentional.
Ming Tian, if I were you, I would lie on the floor and play dead.
Think about your little brother and sister. Just surrender.
When faced with danger, it's instinct to close your eyes.
But if you close your eyes in the ring
first, you won't be able to react properly
and second, you won't see your opponent's attack.
That's why you need to learn to keep your eyes open.
He won!
He won! He won!
Yes!
He won!
Ming Tian won! Ming Tian won!
Take your time.
Be careful.
Slowly.
Fang Yu, I really did it.
Ming Tian! Ming Tian!
[Zhengze University]
[Physical Therapy Room]
Fortunately, your wounds aren't deep and bleeding has been stopped.
Just get some rest.
Thank you.
Punk.
In a competition, besides strength, there is also luck.
You just happened to stun me today
but don't assume I will change my opinion of you as a result.
The Ming Tian you remember no longer exists.
If you don't believe me, you can continue challenging me.
Whether it is once, 10 times, or 100 times...
I will do everything in my power to KO you just like I did today.
Sure.
Hello, Uncle Cheng.
Luo Guan Yan, stop right there.
What did you mean by giving up the match?
Others who are unaware might think I threatened you to do it.
- Uncle Cheng, you misunderstand. - Don't explain.
I completely understand.
You did it so my daughter's student could take his revenge. Right?
That's as good as doing it for my daughter.
I thought you would proceed smoothly to the finals.
I can't believe that you did this for love.
A real man is not too proud to submit.
Now that the tournament is over for you
do you still want to learn the Death Strike?
Yes, so long as you're willing to teach me.
Do you still remember our deal?
If you'll consider dating my daughter
I won't hold anything back from you, and treat you like my own son.
- Uncle Cheng, I-- - I'll take it that you've accepted.
Remember. If you are good to Ya Nan, I will be good to you.
- See you at the boxing gym. - Okay.
Very well, Luo Guan Yan.
So you did it for this.
We had an agreement.
Ming Tian's results in the tournament
would determine whether he stays or leaves Zhengze.
If he succeeds...
then the disturbance he caused at Zhiying will be pardoned
and he won't have to drop out.
President, Fang Yu, Cheng Ya Nan, and I
will stay or leave with Ming Tian.
This is the first time this has happened in the history of our school.
It is a great headache.
President, just tell us whether he stays or leaves! Stop sighing!
Cheng Ya Nan, watch what you say to the president! Do not be disrespectful!
President.
I know I did not perform very ideally in the preliminaries.
I only lasted two rounds
and was forced to give up because I passed out.
Even the victory in one of the matches was willingly conceded to me.
So...
If you believe my expulsion is proper disciplinary action
I would accept it.
President!
Even though Ming Tian only defeated one opponent
he has persevered all this time and never gave up.
This reflects the mentality that a Zhengze student should have.
I believe you shouldn't only judge the results.
You should also look at Ming Tian's efforts and determination.
Yes, President!
- You should consider his efforts! - Yes!
What are you all doing now?
I haven't even finished yet!
And you're already complaining.
This matter is very difficult to judge.
We originally agreed to use Ming Tian's preliminaries performance
as the criterion for deciding his disciplinary action
but we failed to specify how we determine this criterion.
Director, this is your mistake.
Yes, President. You're right. My mistake.
All right.
This will have to be based on my personal opinion.
I believe...
Ming Tian's performance was truly...
unexpectedly...
superb!
Ming Tian, you showed us your resolve through your actions.
Zhengze is proud of you!
President, I knew you wouldn't go so far as to expel us all!
You're the best!
President likes taichi so he likes going in circles!
- This is great! - I was scared there for a second!
Thank you, President.
Thank you to the three of all.
I couldn't have made it this far without all of you.
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