Episode 16 Escape is shameful, but useful
Where is my phone?
You can't find it?
Get up.
You must be sitting on it.
You must be joking.
Where has it gone?
Xiaorou, your phone.
You're here to see Ding Xiaorou?
Yeah.
Isn't this Xiaorou's flat?
Yup.
This is Ding Xiaorou's flat.
Then what are doing...
I'm here to do some plumbing work.
Her pipes are broken.
You do plumbing work at night?
It's urgent to stop loss,
however early or late it might be.
My flat has been covered with water
owing to her broken pipes.
Out of guilt
and stinginess,
she decided to put me up for a few days.
Did she?
Xiaorou is staying at Sasa's place.
Don't worry.
Sasa's place.
No wonder Chi Xin said earlier
he couldn't reach you on the phone.
Are you...
The dress is so expensive.
Why did this
have to happen to me?
I must have lost it there.
Wait.
Come back.
You're not gonna find it there now anyway.
Sit down.
Sit down and let me think.
What am I gonna do, then?
Wait a second.
OK.
It was Zheng Ze.
What did he say?
He said he knew your phone is missing.
And he found it.
He'll return it to you tomorrow.
Thank goodness.
But I still feel
a little sorry.
I didn't even say goodbye to him
before I left today.
Don't worry. Zheng Ze will never
blame you for anything.
Listen to me.
I know you suffered
too many setbacks,
but you'll do better
if you have a little more confidence
in yourself.
If you find it beyond your power,
I've got friends
at cosmetic surgery hospitals.
Should I introduce a surgeon to you?
Do I need any cosmetic surgeries?
Am I not the prettiest?
Am I the prettiest one in your eyes?
You're the prettiest one in my eyes.
Say it out loud.
The prettiest one.
=Why is the feeling of loving someone so amazing?=
=Maybe you put a spell on me.=
What an early bird!
=I am a popular girl,=
=but here's my number.=
=Call me, maybe you'll be close to me.=
=I just can't believe that=
=you're here.=
=I just want to make you stay.=
How strange.
=Now tell me tell me=
=we are into something.=
David. He is David.
I am so screwed.
Line up, guys.
The last one should come forward a little bit.
Stand in two lines.
Smooth down
your collars,
all right?
Keep up your spirit
to welcome our new director,
understand?
What a grand ceremony.
It's not your welcome ceremony.
I've reserved a spot for you.
Stand here.
It's about time.
We're all set now.
Whose takeaway is it?
He's coming.
Hello, everyone.
Let's meet our new director,
David.
Good morning, Director.
I believe you're surprised
to find that I am David.
But it doesn't matter.
I hope you'll have
open communication with me
just like before.
I've come to have a rough idea
of your characteristics
after working with you
for a short time.
So I'll take
your characteristics
into consideration
in our work arrangement
so that you can give full play
to your talent.
Brilliant.
Besides, we'll do away
with formalism,
boring regular meetings
and welcome ceremonies.
You're dismissed.
Thank you, Director.
Stay here for a minute, Ding Xiaorou.
Have a seat.
No, thanks.
What's the matter?
Standing helps with digestion.
It'll take a bit more time for me
to process all this information.
OK. Let's talk about work.
Our company's window display
needs renewing.
But we'll keep your Rainbow in the Snow Country.
Is that all?
There're two more things.
This is the latest issue
of "Fashion" magazine.
Take a look at it.
Is Snow your English name?
Our magazine once published
a show window titled “Rainbow in the Snow Country.”
I bet it was your idea.
Sister Jiang Yuan must have helped me.
Thank you. I almost forgot it.
Um, yesterday I unfortunately
got showered with wine,
so I didn't go there.
I'm sorry.
Never mind.
Is that everything?
Just don't call me David from now on.
Is it that hot?
So it turns out that Zheng Ze is David.
David is Zheng Ze.
Zheng Ze.
I know
that he must have gotten in through the backdoor.
It just never occurs to me
that his family owns this company.
I didn't make things difficult for him,
did I?
It's too late anyway.
No, it is not the case.
They say it's never too late to mend.
How are you gonna mend?
I'll be nice
to Ding Xiaorou.
It's about time to do so.
Come on. Have some water.
I'll go about my business.
Well done, Ding Xiaorou.
With this turn of events,
you've become a legend among us
Romance-free Team members.
Sister Mingzhu,
don't make fun of me.
I'm not making fun of you.
I heard Zheng Ze wants you
to meet his parents.
Do you know the meaning
of meeting parents?
It means that you're about to
marry into a wealthy family.
Alas,
I have to work hard
running this small shop.
You and Zheng are such a devoted couple.
He often comes to help you with your work,
massage your shoulders,
and prepare fruit for you.
I've been so touched
by your affection for each other.
He's got no money.
I'd ditch him
if he weren't good enough to me.
I was stunned for five seconds today
when he walked into the company
as David.
For a moment
I thought I didn't know him.
Was it like watching a romantic comedy?
It felt a bit weird.
I know
he's still Zheng Ze
and he'll treat me the same way as before.
We could go out
and have spicy hot pot again.
Many of the things we're doing
are mentioned in the agreement.
So I don't know
whether Zheng Ze did these things
just to abide by the agreement or not.
You need to have more confidence.
Sasa said so, too.
Perhaps you're right.
But I have to
warn you.
Zheng Ze surely lacks no admirers.
So many girls
scramble to be
his girlfriend. Trust me.
Now I remember
Chi Xin driving around
looking for you last night.
It was just a false alarm,
but it was a reminder nevertheless.
You do need to be careful
since you live alone.
Let's get started.
Mingzhu.
I need to get my computer.
OK.
Bye.
See you.
Bye.
At this hour,
he should have left.
This is my own flat.
Why am I acting stealthily?
Come on.
He really made himself at home.
He'll move more things in
if he's to put up here
for a few more days.
What are you doing here?
This is my flat.
Why can't I come back?
Why are you still here?
There's going to be construction work at my place,
I have to be there at three.
So I had a day off.
I'm glad to hear about the progress
of your house decoration.
Take it easy.
I'm going out
to work on my new case.
Your new case.
There's still time
to have some instant noodles, right?
You're such a big eater.
Tell me.
Did you pay for the stuff I prepared
by scanning QR codes these two days?
Unlike some people,
I always keep my word.
What's this smell?
It's my new recipe,
stir-fried instant noodles with garlic.
You want to try it?
Scan the QR code
if you're interested.
Go ahead.
What's the white stuff?
It's garlic.
I assure you the garlic tastes divine.
It's an ancestral recipe.
Don't tell me you hate garlic.
Yummy.
Yeah.
I've got something to tell you.
Zheng Ze came here yesterday
to return your phone.
Why don't you tell me earlier?
I saw you were busy just now,
so I didn't tell you.
You should have
told me earlier.
What did you two talk about?
I told him the truth.
A straight foot is not afraid of a crooked shoe,
right?
I hope you explained everything.
I have explained it thoroughly.
But how well he could understand
is beyond my cognition.
Xiaorou.
Take care.
Thank you.
Wait for me.
Excuse me.
Go ahead please, Xiaorou.
OK. Thank you.
My pleasure.
Are you all right, Xiaorou?
I'm OK.
Thank you.
Don't mention it.
Take care, Xiaorou.
That mannequin was quite heavy.
My arms still hurt now.
You're tired of hard work?
Then follow a good example
and hook up with a rich boy,
then you'll enjoy a life of ease.
Forget it.
I'm too plain-looking
and unsophisticated
to make that achievement.
But I don't think
Ding Xiaorou is a beauty.
Well,
the rich sometimes entertain
a change of taste.
Perhaps President Zheng
is fascinated by her uncouthness.
Hold your tongue.
She's got very strong backing now.
I heard she even stole
Lucy's thunder.
You mean the Snow Country window display?
I heard it from Lucy days ago.
Ding Xiaorou's got strong backing now.
It took her little effort
to arrange with the magazine.
I feel sorry for Lucy.
You're finally awake.
Are you feeling better now?
You were alive and kicking
when I left home this morning.
The doctor said you were poisoned by narcissus.
Narcissus poisoning?
Daffodil seeds look much like garlic.
Cases of daffodil ingestion
are reported every year.
How can you not tell
the seeds of narcissus from garlics?
What's this smell?
Stir-fried instant noodles with garlic.
What's the white stuff?
It's garlic.
I assure you the garlic tastes divine.
It's an ancestral recipe.
Don't tell me you hate garlic.
So that's the problem.
But your case isn't very serious.
I've got an operation to do,
I've got to go now.
Go ahead.
Call me immediately
if you don't feel well, alright?
What I've been through
since last night
feels like a dream.
It started with happiness
but ended in embarrassment.
Xiaorou.
Why are there only a few of them left?
Hello.
Boss.
Ding Xiaorou's got food poisoning.
What?
Help!
Let go of me. Help! Help!
Back off.
Help!
What's going on here?
Who the heck are you?
Don't... don't beat me.
I'm a huge fan of hers.
Why are you stalking her?
Don't get me wrong.
I came here after watching her show.
I had no choice.
I...
I want to have a girlfriend.
Please...
Please help me.
I know about your curse.
You're old enough to know better.
Curses don't exist.
Get the heck out of here.
Are you alright?
What's the matter?
The doctor advised me
to stay here today
for recuperation and observation.
What if that pervert comes back?
I'm not going back with you today.
I'll move out tomorrow
if my staying at your place
has caused you
pain and trouble.
Besides, I was the one
who bought the daffodil seeds.
Chi Xin, it wasn't your fault.
It was my own fault.
Do you remember
the pervert we ran into just now?
All this
is a warning
Heaven sent me.
I almost forgot
I'm not like them.
I am still that cursed girl,
who can never
get hold of happiness.
Perhaps what happened recently
was very unpleasant to you.
But do you remember
what you said?
There are many things in the world
that can be abandoned,
but the one thing we must hold fast to
is hope.
The so-called curse
is but psychological suggestions
you give yourself.
Like other girl, you've got
the right to pursue your dream
and happiness.
Sweetie.
What are you doing here?
Hi.
I have to go now.
Considering your sleep habits,
here's a gift for you.
Bye.
Let's go.
Did Chi Xin send you
a pair of slippers?
He really is as straight as a ramrod.
All right, Sasa.
Just go home.
You don't need to keep me company.
You'll be fine on your own?
I've managed to cope with life
on my own all these years.
Of course I'll be fine.
I know you'll be fine.
But I don't want to see you
so independent all the time.
Go home already.
I'll bring you nice food tomorrow, OK?
Vegetable congee would be great.
OK.
Alright. Go home for a good rest.
Go ahead.
I'm leaving now.
Bye.
Call me if anything comes up, all right?
Go home for a good rest.
See you.
Bye.
Xiaorou.
Would she
be happier now
if you hadn't sent her
that invitation?
Instant noodles.
Sausages.
Six yuan.
Beer.
Why did he drink
so much beer?
Was he helping me clear inventory before he moves out?
Beer again.
My dear Rou.
Sasa, you're here.
Are you hungry?
Here you are.
A perfect breakfast.
Thank you, Sasa.
Eat slowly.
The doctor told me this morning
that I can be discharged
if I'm doing all right.
No wonder you have such a good appetite.
Sasa, you've got excellent taste.
Your congee tastes so delicious.
Zheng Ze brought it here actually.
Zheng Ze was right.
He said you might refuse to have it
if he delivered it in person.
Where is he?
He's... he's left.
He called me early in the morning,
asking me to bring you
this stuff.
What's the matter?
Are you feeling
a bit awkward
now that he's revealed his real identity
and that he's become your superior?
Or did he
do something
that pissed you off?
I'm not mad at Zheng Ze.
I'm mad at myself.
Did she actually say that?
Thank you.
Perhaps she heard
some bad comments at the company.
Xiaorou is a vulnerable
and sensitive girl.
Don't blame her.
Of course I don't blame her.
You concealed your identity
so well.
You should be thankful
that she didn't suddenly fall asleep on the spot.
Don't be overdramatic.
Zheng Ze,
I want to ask you a question.
Go ahead.
Why do you like Xiaorou?
Sometimes it's just a feeling.
I couldn't get her out of my mind
after taking a glance at her.
You can call it love at first sight
or affection accumulated over time.
I know deep in my heart
that Xiaorou gave me this feeling
I've never had before.
Sasa,
thank you for helping me all the time.
I've got work to do at the company,
I've got to go now.
OK.
Zheng Ze.
Go for it.
Bye.
Stop buying this useless stuff.
It's a waste of money.
Well,
you used to blame me for not giving you any gift.
And now you blame me for giving you a gift.
I prefer practical gifts.
Is this practical enough?
Why did you drop by
so early today?
Xin was absent today,
so I got to decide
when to get off work.
You look so smug.
You haven't had a meal today?
Harder.
OK.
Mingzhu.
Can I ask you a question?
Go ahead.
How do you girls tell
if a man has fallen in love
with some other woman?
Whom have you fallen in love with?
What a silly question!
I love you with my whole heart.
It's just a question for study.
Please answer me.
Normally speaking,
if a man falls in love
with a woman,
he'll be so possessive of the woman
that he'll want
to keep the woman in sight
to ensure her safety.
And if he discovers
that the woman has frequent contact
with other men,
he'll be extremely jealous and angry.
Let's suppose
a man drives around
looking for a girl after learning
that she could be in danger.
Has the man fallen for the girl?
I guess so.
We're done talking.
I need to go to the hospital.
The hospital? Did you get hurt?
It wasn't me. It was Xiaorou.
Xiaorou?
Sasa said
Xiaorou has got food poisoning.
She's all right now,
but as her bosom friend
and leader of the Romance-free Team,
I've got to visit her.
I don't think this precious opportunity
to take care of her
should be wasted on us.
Someone else may need it more.