I came for you.
It was for you.
I didn't ask you to come here.
This journey of yours
was a form of escape.
Your life is yours alone.
No one else can control it but you.
That's all in the past.
But why didn't you tell me?
We're like family, okay? You're thinking too much.
So am I also family to you?
You're my most important...
friend.
When Mr. Li and Tian-ming pick up Nian-nian tomorrow,
the whole family will be reunited.
I missed my chance with you, didn't I?
We completed a journey together.
I'm very happy.
TAIPEI XIAHAI CITY GOD TEMPLE
DADAOCHENG THEATRE
KINDNESS BEGETS KINDNESS
Sir.
Here. Heshengtang is open again.
Here, take this for your reference. We have free yoga.
-Okay. -Okay.
Hello, ma'am.
Hey, Tian-ming.
Heshengtang is open again.
-We have free yoga. -Okay.
-Check it out when you have time. -Okay.
Heshengtang is open again. We have lots of courses. Take a look.
Come to Heshengtang for yoga classes.
Hello, come to Heshengtang for yoga classes.
These are freshly-roasted coffee beans.
-Try some. -Okay.
Thanks.
-Hi. -Hi.
Come to Heshengtang for yoga classes.
WISHING YOU SUCCESS IN BUSINESS
GRAND OPENING
Thank you.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
Thanks.
Hello.
-Hey, Tian-ming. -Give me some herb tea.
-You want some tea? -Yes.
Wait a second.
Why are you manning the stall? Where's your husband?
My mother-in-law has been sick lately.
He's at the hospital with her.
Is that so?
Hey, what's wrong?
What's the matter?
I'm fine.
-Do you feel unwell? -Recently,
I've been feeling dizzy a lot.
-Really? -I'm so dizzy.
All right. That's enough for me.
-I'm sorry, Tian-ming. -It's fine.
Hey.
This is a flyer for Heshengtang.
You can consult the new doctor, Dr. Li,
-and sort it out. -Dr. Li?
-Yes. -Okay.
Is this Chinese medicine?
Yes, Chinese medicine.
Turn left at that corner right head.
Walk around 50 meters then turn left and you'll see it.
Okay.
-Ask your husband to accompany you. -Then...
Okay.
All right, I'll go check it out.
-Okay. -Hey, wait.
Let me pour you that drink.
-Isn't that too little? -It's enough. It's okay.
-That's too little. -No, it's fine.
-Here. -Don't pay me.
It's on me.
-Gosh. -Okay.
All right, thanks.
-Be careful. -Okay. I don't need a bag.
-All right. -I'll see about going there.
-Take care. -Okay.
Thank you.
I love Taipei!
Hello, everyone! I'm Xiao-meng.
Today, I'm going to introduce
a Chinese medicine clinic in Dadaocheng.
It's very special.
Why is it special?
Let's find out.
-Very good. Now, inhale and rise. -When you come in,
you'll see all these yoga mats.
-A tall and pretty lady is teaching yoga. -Inhale and move forward.
This tall and pretty yoga lady
-was hired by Heshengtang -Okay, exhale.
-from San Francisco with a huge salary. -Exhale.
-Isn't she pretty? -Yin yoga is more passive.
-There will be active yoga later. -It's not my turn yet.
Why are you hiding there? Be more confident.
-It's not my turn yet. -So you achieve yin-yang balance.
The yoga teacher--
Okay.
Of course, Heshengtang has two main attractions.
The first is the fact that this Chinese medicine clinic offers yoga classes.
-What's the other one? -Act natural.
They have a highly skilled
-and very elegant doctor here. -Smile.
-Don't look at her all covered up. -All right, inhale.
-She has a 34D cup. -Okay.
Hello, I'm Dr. Li Nian-nian.
Our mission is to let Heshengtang be more than just a clinic.
It's also a health center.
-A health center. -A lot of seniors
-have... -Have...
-the problem of degenerative joints. -Now, stand up.
That's why we're offering
-some yoga and Qigong classes -Inhale.
-to help them get into the habit -Exhale.
of exercising.
Get into the habit of exercising.
Mrs. Wang, are you okay?
I have a cramp.
Move your leg to the left and to the right and relax your muscles.
Like this.
-Mr. Zhao. -Hey.
Wait, are you here to see the doctor?
Dr. Li, you have a patient.
-Mr. Zhao. -Mr. Zhao.
You're recording this? I don't get it.
Mr. Zhao is a patient here.
Why were you closed for so long?
My dad already retired.
I'm taking over Heshengtang.
That's right. Now, Heshengtang only has this pretty doctor,
Dr. Li Nian-nian.
Gosh.
No, I...
I've been consulting your dad for over 20 years.
I can't switch to another doctor.
I can't let someone else take my pulse.
-Of course, Heshengtang has... -One more time.
-patients who aren't used to the change. -Arms up.
-Lots of former patients -It's not that I don't trust you.
-will continuously come -Inhale and rise.
to see our pretty Dr. Li though.
Let's see what's going on in the yoga class.
It's not that I don't trust you.
You know that it's a miracle that I'm still alive.
I can't let anything go wrong.
Your dad is terrible.
This clinic's been around for decades.
How can he let the youngsters take over like it's just a game?
-Is that the right thing to do? -Mr. Zhao, the times have changed.
The kids have all grown up.
Nian-nian is an internationally certified doctor now.
-She even studied in the States. -Yes.
-She's really good. Let her check you. -Mr. Zhao. Trust me.
Hey, look over there.
Okay, inhale and rise.
Arms up.
Hey, Mrs. Wang.
Your movements aren't very smooth today.
-Are your shoulders hurting again? -Yes.
Do you want me to do some acupuncture?
You'll feel better.
No, it's fine.
I have something to do, so I need to leave now.
Jo.
Hello, everyone.
I came for Jo's class today.
After stretching my joints, I feel really good.
Jo, I'm going to come again tomorrow morning.
-Thank you, Jo. -Your class is amazing.
I think I've lost weight already.
-I'm fitter now. -I love Taipei.
See you next time.
-Thanks. -Bye.
Jo, I think attending your yoga class is better than acupuncture.
-It's different. -I'm telling the truth.
-Did you like the class today? -Yes.
-It was great. -My lower back feels better.
-Nian-nian. -Yes?
How's the clinic doing?
The same.
I still don't have any patients.
Oh, we do.
They're all here to learn yoga from Jo.
Oh, right.
Mr. Zhao stopped by.
Apparently, because I'm young and a woman, he doesn't want to consult me at all.
He only let me take his pulse before because of you.
It's fine. Mr. Zhao has always been that way.
He's old and stubborn.
Don't listen to him. Just do your thing.
Don't be affected by him.
-Yes. -Have some soup. Here.
If something like this happens again,
come and find me upstairs.
Then what's the point of you retiring?
It's a transition period. It's fine.
Remember.
When your mom and I went traveling,
we also closed Heshengtang.
Maybe we could
just close it for good, right?
Let's talk about it later on.
There's no need to rush.
Let's just do things the right way.
Take your time.
We rely on word of mouth.
If people trust us, we'll get more patients over time.
-Right? -Yes, word of mouth.
-Right? -Yes.
I have no other choice.
All right.
-Hey. -Yes?
You can do it.
-It's like this. -Really?
Thanks.
-Here. -Don't worry.
-Drink it while it's hot. -Let's eat.
This is amazing.
Cheer up.
Here. This is for you.
Abdominal breathing is when you inhale all the air into your stomach
and into your diaphragm.
When you exhale, depress your stomach and let out all the air slowly.
-Remember to practice when you get home. -Okay.
-I'll check tomorrow, okay? -Okay.
-Are you guys done?
Yes, we're done.
Tomorrow morning at 9 a.m., I'll be teaching Baduanjin Qigong.
Don't be late.
Dr. Li, you don't have to do that. Jo is teaching active yoga tomorrow.
We'll learn Qigong another time.
-Yes, another time. -Another time.
Sorry about that.
-That's right. -All right.
-Thank you. -Thanks, Jo.
-We'll get going. -Okay.
-Thank you. Bye. -Don't forget to practice.
Thanks. Bye.
Want to get some food later?
-Okay. -Let's go eat.
It's all right. Tomorrow, after yoga class,
I'll force them to learn Baduanjin Qigong.
It's fine.
-Miss. -I'm glad you made it here.
Hey. Things seem to be lively here.
Hey, Tian-ming.
This is my brother, Hank. Meet Tian-ming.
Why didn't you tell me your brother was coming?
You've been busy. I haven't seen you in a while.
Where are you staying?
Sure. I'll go let my dad know.
-I'm just kidding. -You can stay at my place.
Doctor, I'm here for my medicine.
-Okay. -He has a prescription.
Okay.
-Tian-ming, I'm boiling something. -Okay.
-Check the stove for me. -Okay.
MINGTIAN BAR AND GROCERY STORE
They don't make these anymore.
I spent a lot of time collecting them.
Man, it feels different from plastic.
Yes, I bought this from an American guy online.
Look under its feet. It's very special.
My sister has dated lawyers, doctors, accountants...
You have the best taste.
All right. It's done.
I'll get going then.
Thanks for taking Hank in.
Good thing he's about my age. We can relate with each other.
It's like you got lost after you left. I never heard from you at all.
You didn't call.
You didn't even send a message.
Don't you know that I worry about you?
Hey. Are you at Tian-ming's grocery store?
Yes.
Tian-ming let me live at his place.
It's really cozy.
What do you think of Tian-ming?
Well, Tian-ming...
-Tian-ming is really nice. -Hey, Jo.
I like him.
You like everyone. It's no use asking you.
Well, you asked me.
-Bye. -Jo, I--
One shop, two female shop owners.
One man taking care of two women.
KINDNESS BEGETS KINDNESS
Ren-gui.
It's time for your medicine.
Here.
-It's hot. -Okay.
It's so late. Nian-nian is still reading medical records.
Seeing her so stressed out makes me worried.
It's hard being a doctor.
Having medical skills is a requirement,
but having a kind heart and determination is more important.
Look at Heshengtang's plaque that says "Kindness begets kindness."
Is it that easy to live up to?
I'm thinking
that if Nian-nian wants to do this for a long time,
she has to go through these hardships.
If she can't get through this, what will she do in the future?
There's so much sickness, aging, and death in this path.
You're saying that like she isn't your daughter.
Don't you feel bad for her?
I'm thinking
that you can make some calls tomorrow
to our former patients
and ask them how they're doing.
If they have any questions,
tell them to come back to us instead of going somewhere else.
Now that I'm retired, I shouldn't go down there that much.
If you have time though,
you should go down and check from time to time.
Okay?
All right.
Our patients will feel more assured when they see you.
All right. Here.
The western doctors say that my ovaries aren't working well.
That's why in vitro fertilization didn't work on me for three times.
The last time I tried was last month.
Next year, I'll turn 40.
I'm afraid that it'll become harder for me to have children.
Is this your first Chinese Medicine consultation?
Yes, but when I was in Vietnam,
I always took herbal medicines when I was sick.
My husband doesn't like Chinese medicine though.
Really? Then you must be under a lot of pressure.
This is what we'll do. Next time, you can bring him along.
I'll tell him the benefits of Chinese Medicine
and how it can help you.
Sure.
Did you feel anything earlier?
Am I pregnant?
Do I have a chance to get pregnant?
I can't make any promises,
but I'd like to start improving your overall health first.
I prescribed some medicine to improve your kidney and liver health.
-This will mainly help you ovulate. -Okay.
Then you should come in for acupuncture three times a week.
-Okay. -Remember.
Don't do any labor-intensive jobs.
Ask your husband to help you.
Tell him the doctor said so.
Okay.
These Siwu herbs go well with pork or chicken in soup.
If you're cooking for children, don't add alcohol, okay?
-Here. Thank you. -Okay.
-Come again. -Okay.
-Thanks. -Thank you.
The place I'm rubbing right now is an acupuncture point called Sanyinjiao.
It will help replenish your blood supply and also regulate your ovary functions.
Xian-cao, you're here for your wife?
She's not done yet.
What is she doing?
I told you not to come.
-Why are you still here? Gosh. -Lower your voice.
-What's the problem? -What's the matter?
Stop it. Let's go home.
-I told her to come. -Yes.
It'll help improve her health.
Western medicine is fine. Why come here?
Xian-cao.
Can you cut it out?
Your wife is doing acupuncture.
If you're going to yell like this, get out of here. Don't interrupt us.
-Hey, how many patients have you treated? -Hey.
You're randomly doing acupuncture and prescribing medicines.
-Will you take responsibility for her? -What are you saying?
If it were your dad, I would still listen. You look very inexperienced.
-You can't do it-- -Gosh. What's wrong with you?
-That's enough. -Stop it. Let's go.
-I'll wait outside. -That's enough.
Good thing you left right away. If you come in again, I'll sue you.
Someone's also pissed off.
Shut up.
All right. Everything's okay.
Your patient is inside. Go take care of her. Be good.
-Go inside. -How can I not be mad?
If Jean was your patient, would he treat you like that?
I'm never buying drinks from him again.
-You shouldn't either. -Fine.
I'll deal with whoever buys from him.
-You heard her. -We did.
-Go inside. -Hurry. Go in.
You talk too much.
-Let's drink tea. -Have some tea.
-She's so fierce. -What happened?
Now I know why you're stressed out.
It's ridiculous. It's impossible to talk to him.
Is he that terrible at home, too?
No.
He's very nice to me.
I don't know why he was agitated today.
Maybe it's because he was worried because he didn't see me.
Please don't be mad.
Are you sure he's nice to you?
Yes.
That's all that matters.
How strange.
All right.
I know I was also a bit hot-headed.
I'll still go buy tea from you, but only when you're there.
If your husband's there, I won't go.
Okay.
Thank you.
How do you feel?
I feel a little sore.
Yes, that's an indication that your blood is circulating.
I see. Okay.
TAIPEI XIAHAI CITY GOD TEMPLE
Strike your fist and project power through your eyes to boost your chi.
-How long is he going to do that? -For a while, I think.
-Are all Americans like this? -Hank.
I think he's quite special.
I just...
What we just practiced was Baduanjin Qigong.
It's not kung fu.
It's a type of Qigong. It can improve your health.
-Qigong? -Yes.
Ka...
Me--
You look like you have nothing to do. Come on, I'll show you around Dadaocheng.
I just had some grass with my sister. Now, I want to have fat steak.
You want to eat steak in Taiwan?
-Let's go eat bahkinn. -Bahkinn?
My brother is such a brat.
It's okay.
You have such a bratty brother. You must have had a hard time.
-Do you feel me? -Yes.
Heshengtang is relying on you now.
Keep up the good work.
That bahkinn was really good.
Try this rice noodle soup now.
Ma'am, two bowls of noodle soup.
Give me some side dishes, too.
All right.
The people here seem very close. Everyone's sitting together.
That's what's unique about Dadaocheng.
The people here are really close.
-Then you can't do anything bad, right? -That depends.
-I have a question for you. -Sure.
Now, you and Jo are...
Friends.
What about Nian-nian?
Gosh. Nian-nian is family. She's my sister. It's different.
-Come on. Nian-nian is really pretty. -Hey.
Why are you asking me this?
I was asking for my sister.
Your sister knows my relationship with Nian-nian.
She wouldn't think too much.
Here, try this.
Tian-ming.
-Thanks. -It's delicious.
This flavor has been passed on for 80 years.
So what you're eating now is the same as what people ate 80 years ago here.
That's what tradition is all about.
That's what my sister told me.
You're all about renewal.
Yes, renewal.
Innovation, passing down tradition.
I want to help more businesses, like this swordfish noodle stall.
This kind of flavor can stay around for two or ten years or even a century.
-That's right. -That might be the future of Dadaocheng.
-You're so cool. -How am I cool?
You're just cool.
-Tian-ming, you're having some noodles? -Yes, they're good.
-Ready? -Yes.
Thanks.
-Dr. Li. -Yes?
I'm sorry about last time.
My husband's family believes in Western medicine more.
After taking your medicine though, I've been feeling great.
My husband's surprised.
Now, he doesn't dare to stop me from coming here.
There's fate involved in a doctor-patient relationship.
Since Heshengtang reopened, you're my first patient.
Nobody dared to come see me
because these neighbors watched me grow up.
They still think of me as a child.
They don't want me to be their doctor.
No.
I think you're amazing.
You're a good person. And your medical skills are even better.
You're too kind.
My job is to regulate your body,
but there are some things that you can rely on yourself.
-Really? -This is Jo.
She can teach you some exercises.
-Hello, Jo. -Hi, Jean.
Here. Put down your bag and take off your shoes.
-Okay. -I'll teach you three stretches today.
The liver, spleen, and kidney channels are on our inner thighs.
-Okay. -So we need to stretch them.
It's good for your body.
-Okay. -It can get rid of toxins in your body.
Let's lie down.
-Have some tea. -Okay.
Hold up the yoga belt.
And step onto it.
That looks like it hurts.
-Be serious. -Then slowly spread your legs to the side.
She's my first patient.
-That feels sore. -Yes, watch your breathing.
-So, she's my... -Inhale.
-Eighth woman. -Exhale.
-Stop joking around. -Are you okay? Do you need a rest?
-Sure. -All right.
Cheers.
-To your first patient. -Okay.
-Sure. -It probably feels good.
My legs are sore.
Let's keep going, okay?
-Thanks. -Okay.
Remember to breathe. Inhale.
Little girl wakes up in the morning
She holds her pants And goes to the restroom
You're happy just because of Jean?
You don't understand.
I didn't have any patients.
I was worried that I couldn't be a doctor.
I even doubted myself.
Don't be silly.
You learned your skills from Heshengtang. There won't be a problem.
Nian-nian, I forgot to tell you.
I think the medicine you prescribed for Jean doesn't suit her body type.
So I adjusted it.
You adjusted my prescription?
No. I just gave her a new one. It...
It was too stimulating for her.
Your dad had lots of infertile patients back then. I know the prescription.
I see.
So you're just like Mr. Zhao.
You think I'm young and inexperienced.
I can't determine what's wrong with my patients.
-That's not what I meant. -Did you ever change Dad's prescriptions?
Of course, we have to respect the doctor's prescription,
but Jean isn't sick. She just wants to get pregnant.
We don't want the prescription to be too strong.
I understand how it feels.
How would you understand? Have you been pregnant before?
Are you going to apologize to me?
No.
I'm not the one who changed the prescription, why would I apologize?
-Take a deep breath. -No, I don't want to.
-I'm going to suffocate. -Take a deep breath.
I can't breathe anymore.
You've been stressed out lately. Your muscles are too tight.
You need to stretch and relax.
-Let's do the other leg. -I don't want to.
Just one leg is enough.
-Fine. I'll give you a massage then. -Okay.
I came back to Dadaocheng with so much passion.
I thought I could help a lot of people.
Never mind that the people in Dadaocheng do not support me.
Even my mom doesn't think I can do it.
Mrs. Li? How is that possible?
She's just concerned about you.
Gosh. All mothers are the same.
The point is, you helped Jean, right?
All right, I need to get some water.
I'm sweating here.
Whatever.
Anyway, the medicine she prescribed were safe bets.
That's my dad's philosophy in prescribing medicine.
If my mom wants to do that, there's nothing I can do about it.
But Jean actually inspired me.
I understand what it's like
to be a foreigner.
When you get sick in another country,
you feel helpless and alone.
Hey.
So I was thinking
that maybe I could turn Heshengtang
into the first Chinese medicine clinic for foreigners.
This way, they won't be forced to take over-the-counter medicines
because there's a language barrier
or because they can't afford it.
I can create a website in English for Heshengtang, too.
Really?
I love you so much.
That's wonderful.
Go do that now.
I'll tell Deng Tian-ming.
What?
-Nian-nian. -Yes?
Actually, I know about how you and Tian-ming
had a chance to date ten years ago.
Anyways,
I think he's happier when he's with you.
He feels more comfortable, more relaxed,
and happier.
I wondered what you were going to say.
Do you know why he's happier,
more comfortable and more relaxed when he's with me?
Because he's like a brother to me and I'm like a sister to him.
We're like family.
And you.
Why did you break up with him?
You love each other so much.
Please reconsider it, okay?
I'm going to take a shower.
You're silly.
We'll leave after a few beers.
Do you see that girl?
She's beautiful. Come on.
Are you alone?
Yes.
What's your name?
She seems bored, I think she can have some drinks.
-Yeah, I agree. -Yeah, something stronger, right?
Hey, I speak Spanish, guys.
One more time.
What's the matter?
Are you okay?
-Hey. Come on. -Are we leaving or what?
Why are you mad at me?
-She broke my nose. -Look at what she did to you.
Nian-nian. What about their stuff?
I guess people are right when they say
that your English gets better when you date a foreigner.
Don't you laugh at me.
It's all your fault!
-Me? -Yes.
You made Jo feel insecure.
Your business is doing well.
Her mom is okay with you guys dating.
Why don't you go get her back?
What are you waiting for?
-What am I waiting for? -Yes.
There are some things that I...
I don't even understand yet.
What things?
Well...
You're back?
-Yes. -Didn't you go get a drink?
-Why are you home so early? -Well...
If I had noticed earlier that the foreigner was hitting on Jo,
I would've used my phone to record the whole thing.
Then everyone could see how she beat that foreigner's ass.
You dare say that?
You call yourself her brother when you couldn't even protect her?
-Are you stupid? -We're her little brothers.
Protecting her is your job.
That's right.
I agree.
Hey.
Why are you drinking too?
I just want to.
Drink with me.
MINGTIAN BAR AND GROCERY STORE
I have something to say.
First, I want to thank Tian-ming.
Yes.
Thank you, Jo.
Thank you, Xiao-meng.
And...
It has nothing to do with you.
Thank you all for helping me out.
I know that I don't have a lot of experience yet,
but I really want to expand Heshengtang.
So that everyone will know
that I'm not afraid of change.
I'm just worried that people in Dadaocheng won't be able to accept me.
So please continue to support me, okay?
-Of course. -Here.
Thank you.
-You can do it. Drink. -Let's drink.
It has nothing to do with you.
Why?
MINGTIAN BAR
Be careful.
Come on. Let's go home.
Sit.
I'll never be able to be independent.
-Hey. -Yes.
Believe in yourself, okay?
You've been to the States and back.
Now, you're doing what you like.
I feel like I'm stuck in the same place.
I'm even going backward.
I ran away and came back here.
Everyone likes you and trusts you here.
They come to Heshengtang for you.
I envy you.
I think they're just here for the new experience.
Later on, they'll remember that the person they need the most is you.
Tian-ming is the same.
Last time,
we decided to exchange apartments here.
Yes.
Why did you drink so much?
Hey, don't throw up on me.
Hank, take care of your sister.
Come to my place then. Let's go.
MS. JO IS ON LEAVE, NO YOGA CLASS TODAY
Hey.
-Where are you going? -I'm going to the market.
Wait for me.
-I'm going too. -Hey.
Don't you need to watch the clinic?
Do you see this?
"Ms. Jo is on leave, no yoga class today."
No yoga class, no patients.
What?
I'll go to the market with you.
-Really? -Come on.
I used to fight with you all the time.
Now, it's your mom's turn.
I used to make your mom cry.
Now, it's your turn.
You two are out of line.
She cried?
She cried until her eyes got puffy.
You can't tell?
Why are you two fighting?
-Because Heshengtang just reopened. -Yes.
Well, I didn't get any patients at first, so I was stressed out.
Now, I finally got a patient who's willing to trust me.
Mom changed my prescription.
Wasn't she out of line?
Yes.
-It's fine. I'll tell her off for this. -Okay.
She's not a doctor. How can she change prescriptions?
-Yes. -That's dangerous.
-Yes. -Yes.
I know that she's learned a lot from you.
Just like in a big hospital,
old nurses have more experience than young interns.
The owner of Dadaocheng's Chinese medicine shop knows lots of prescriptions,
but Mom can't just say,
"I understand how it feels to be pregnant,"
and change my prescription.
Isn't that ridiculous?
So you're saying
that your mom
hasn't been pregnant before
and she hasn't had a child,
so she has no right to change your prescription?
Isn't that so?
What?
What's wrong?
Dad.
This is something
your mom and I discussed.
We agreed to put it behind us,
but I'm a bad man.
I truly forgot about it.
Mom was pregnant?
Where is the child now?
She kept the pain
in her heart
all these years.
However, your careless words
brought everything back again.
I'm getting a safety amulet for Jean so that she'll get pregnant.
Remember to give it to her tomorrow.
Buddha.
It was my fault.
I know that Li Nian-nian is still mad.
It was my bad.
I said I would let go, but I changed her prescription.
You can punish me if you want,
but please let her forgive me.
She's not talking to me. It makes me sad.
I promise I won't interfere with her patients again.
Well...
Buddha.
Ten years ago, I was very sick.
I almost died.
My mom got pregnant then.
In order to take care of me,
she sacrificed the baby inside her.
Because of me,
my brother is not here now.
Buddha.
This is all my fault.
If you want to, you should punish me, not her.
Li Nian-nian.
What are you talking about? Stop it.
I'm sorry.
-Silly girl. -Buddha, I'm sorry.
It's fine.
It's nobody's fault. I made the decision myself.
I don't regret it at all, really.
As long as you're healthy,
your dad is healthy,
and that we're all safe and healthy, that's enough for me.
It's all in the past now.
-I'm sorry. -Gosh.
It's fine.
-It's all in the past. -I'm sorry.
It's fine.
She hasn't done that before because her body is weak.
-You're scaring me. Go take a shower. -Are you okay?
Here.
I won't die.
I can't live without her.
Please give Nian-nian my life.
I'm not afraid of dying.
I'm sorry too.
You're my precious baby.
It must have hurt.
Li Nian-nian.
You don't look well.
Your liver and kidneys are weak.
I'll get you some calming tea from Heshengtang.
What?
I'm a bad daughter.
Why are you saying that? Please.
The whole Dihua street, even everyone in Dadaocheng,
knows that you're a good girl.
Remember when I got really sick ten years ago?
I do.
Back then, I almost died.
My mom saved me from dying.
Yes.
The doctor said that you had no chance.
-Yes. -Yes.
I found out today
that she was pregnant at that time.
What?
She wanted to tell my dad,
but my dad had to go to the States to deal with my biological mother's problems.
I was really sick back then.
She took care of me day and night.
The doctor told her that she had to rest to keep the child,
but she wouldn't listen.
Because she wanted to save me.
That's why
she lost the child.
I would have had a little brother.
I killed him.
It's not your fault.
A lot happened ten years ago.
Everyone has their own problems.
Gosh. Don't think too much.
Your mom is a generous person.
She loves you very much.
Just beg her to forgive you.
Buy her favorite food for her.
Clean up with me and I'll take you shopping afterward. Come on.
What?
She must know what I like to eat.
I can't remember
what she likes to eat though.
See? I'm a terrible daughter, right?
All right.
All right. Come on.
I'll go ask her for you.
Okay?
Silly girl. Why are you crying?
Jo.
Damn it.
Jo.
I trust you.
I trust Nian-nian, too.
It's my own problem, okay?
Just...
Let me be alone for a while.
I...
Are you really going to let her be alone?
Go after her!
TAIPEI XIAHAI CITY GOD TEMPLE
-Be careful. -Okay.
So...
Where do I put this bed?
Just put it inside.
If you're giving all this back to me, where are you going to live?
Jo and I are going to stay at Grandma's for a bit.
I see.
I've been back for a while, but I haven't been there yet.
You know? She'll...
How's Jo?
She's okay.
But she said she wants some quiet time now.
I don't know what you two are doing.
I don't know what I'm doing either.
I think you need to hurry up.
Or she might leave you soon.
Is it that serious?
Yes, you know her.
Damn it.
TIAN-MING: I'M BUSY. I WON'T BE OVER AT HESHENGTANG. YOU CAN DO IT!
YUNWU BUILDING
CHENGEN GATE
Dr. Li. Mrs. Li.
Jean, why are you here?
I'm pregnant!
Really?
You're pregnant!
Congratulations!
-You have to help me. -Congratulations!
I have to keep this one.
-We will. -Congratulations!
Xian-cao.
Come here.
Dr. Li, I'm sorry about last time.
I hope you'll forgive me.
It's fine. It's all in the past.
I'll take care of your wife. Don't worry.
-Please accept this. -Thank you.
I told you. Dadaocheng is a wonderful place.
The medicine and doctors are amazing. You wouldn't believe me.
Jean, you're finally pregnant.
-Let me give you some tocolytics. -Okay.
You can go home first.
I'll deliver them to you this afternoon after I prepare them.
-Okay. -Sounds good.
Mom, pack a ginseng essence.
Xian-cao, you're busy with the stall, right?
No.
I'm telling you.
It's a lot of work to take care of a pregnant lady.
-So... -Here.
This is for you.
It's ginseng from Korea.
There are packets in there.
You can drink one packet at a time. It's very convenient.
Now, you'll have the energy to take care of her.
Thank you, Dr. Li.
Thank you, you're taking care of our whole family.
I'll surely refer lots of patients to you.
-Thank you. -Thanks.
We'll get going now.
-Okay. -Okay.
-Take care. -Bye.
-Sleep well, eat well. -I will.
-Watch your steps. -Be careful.
Thank you.
-Thanks. -You're welcome.
-Bye. -Okay, bye.
Nian-nian, I'm going to cook for your dad now.
Okay.
Dr. Li.
-Mr. Zhao. -You're open today.
It's still me here today.
I know.
Your dad called me.
He told me off
and asked why I didn't let you check on me.
Don't I trust you?
Actually, you guys are overthinking it.
I'm just...
I'm just sad to let go of your dad.
Why does he have to retire so early?
I'm not implying anything else. Please don't misunderstand.
All right.
By the way, I'm going to buy something now.
I'll come see you later.
I'll let the great Dr. Li take my pulse.
Do I have this pleasure?
-Really? -Of course!
I'm free this afternoon. I'll wait for you.
-Okay. -Wait for me. I'll be back.
Okay, I'll wait for you.
-I'll come back soon. -Okay. Bye, Mr. Zhao.
Jo, Tian-ming!
HESHENGTANG
Thanks.
Here. This is yours.
Yes, this one.
Let me teach you.
Those in the back.
Thanks.
GRAND OPENING
-Tina. -Tian-ming.
You've helped me so much from the preparations of this store
until the grand opening today.
It's fine. We're friends.
This is yours.
I made it myself.
That's nice.
It's really good.
If you like it, you can come every day.
I can make it for you every day.
Thanks.
-Tina. -Hey.
-Tian-ming. -Yes?
You're doing good. You've helped open so many stores.
Look at this brick wall.
I feel so excited just looking at it.
Can't a house from the 60s be renovated nicely?
See the legos in the cracks?
It's a great fusion of the east and west, the old and new.
Tian-ming, honestly,
I really admire you.
You've been able to help so many businesses and landowners.
You're incredible.
However, have you noticed
that the owner of this shop really likes you?
Won't Jo worry?
That's nonsense.
Listen, I'm telling you.
For us men,
both our careers and families are both important.
Now that your career is going well, you should marry Jo.
With a wife beside you, you'll feel more at peace.
It'll help your career too.
What about her?
I'll help you out.
I'll date her.
NO. 227, MINLE ST.
This is your favorite squid soup. Drink it while it's hot.
Did you add anything for me?
Three spoons of black vinegar and no coriander.
And your milk tea with 30 percent sugar and no ice.
Why did you get the ice removed?
You shouldn't have it because of your gastroesophageal reflux.
That was when I was a kid.
It was so serious when you were little, my dad had to treat you for a year.
You need to take care of yourself.
I can't keep any secrets from you.
-Hey. -Yes?
Come here.
What?
Your nose hair is sticking out.
Enjoy. I'm going back to work.
Hey.
-Hey. -Hey.
I took a look at the Dadaocheng app project.
It's not too hard. I think I can do it in a few days.
There's no rush. It's just the start of the project.
By the way, I'm going to see some clients in the afternoon.
Do you want to come with me?
I guess so.
Hey, Jo.
TAIPEI XIAHAI CITY GOD TEMPLE
Hey, what are you doing?
It feels relaxing to watch you write code.
Will you go back to work in the States?
I guess so.
At least in my world, I'm somebody.
Over here though,
I'm just a nobody.
You're not over Tian-ming.
-Why won't you-- -I've tried really hard already,
but...
I don't see us going anywhere.
I'm tired.
When I go back and write code,
at least I get paid after so much hard work.
And people thank me for it.
Hey, Jo.
You have to try this.
I made this Four Treasures Clear Soup for you.
It's vegetarian.
Don't worry. It's soy ham.
Thank you.
I'm telling you. This is just as delicious as the food in Jiang Shan Lou.
I know Jiang Shan Lou. It's on Guisui Street, right?
Yes.
Wow, you know your way around here.
You're more like a Dadaocheng native than me.
Aren't you going to think about it?
Are you really not going to stay here?
Thank you for taking care of me like I'm your daughter for the past year.
-You're acting like a stranger. -I've had many good memories here.
Actually, Tian-ming gave you many beautiful memories.
He took you all around Taiwan.
What is he going to do without you?
I'll go get some chili peppers.
What?
What's going on?
Are they really going to break up?
How would I know?
I don't think so.
Do you know?
You don't think so?
Jo is going tens of thousands of miles away.
We need to help Tian-ming convince her to stay.
We'll see what happens.
It's none of our business.
Drink your soup.
Don't be so nosy.
Didn't you say you just made this today?
-Yes. -Why is there no meat?
-Jo doesn't eat meat. She's a... -Jo's a vegan.
-Yes, she's a vegan. -A vegan.
-Try it. -What does vegan mean?
Gosh.
PINGXI SKY LANTERNS
GET RICH, GET JO'S APARTMENT, BASKETBALL
HAPPINESS, PEACE, HESHENGTANG TO EARN MONEY
Li Nian-nian.
Are you fighting with Tian-ming?
Why didn't you go to his coffee shop opening?
That's not his business.
He just helped with the preparations.
And didn't we send a gift basket?
I don't understand you young people.
You grew up together.
If you're fighting, just talk it out.
Why aren't you talking or meeting up?
Gosh.
You don't understand us.
HOW TO DEAL WITH DEPRESSION IN CHINESE MEDICINE
Hey, Mom.
Reschedule all my appointments for next Wednesday.
I'm going to a seminar.
All your appointments?
You speak like you have a lot of them.
Next Wednesday...
Next week...
Gosh.
You have five.
Remember to reschedule them for me.
Yes, Dr. Li Nian-nian.
-Be nice, okay? -Okay.
-The seminar is over here. -We're going to start.
-Please sign in. -Hurry.
-There are lots of courses. -Here's your pamphlet.
Sign in for the Chinese medicine course.
Sign in here.
-This way for Chinese medicine. Thanks. -Hello.
-You are... -Wang Wei-sheng.
Please sign in.
-Sign in here. -Over here.
Welcome to the Chinese Medicine seminar.
-This is your pamphlet. -Thanks.
Please sign in here.
Straight ahead, over here.
-Chinese Medicine seminar, this way. -This is your pamphlet.
-Thanks.
This way for the Chinese Medicine seminar. Thank you.
I want to give up on living in the States.
I have no friends, no memories.
Ren-gui.
You bastard.
Why are you here?
Do you love this girl?
I have really thought about our future.
We can live in Dadaocheng, we can have children.
I really think we can continue seeing each other.
Have you ever thought about what kind of future I want?
You've never even asked me if I want to stay in Taiwan.
-Take good care of yourself. -Take care.
NEXT EPISODE
-Dad. -Yes?
Do you think the medicine isn't working?
Should I give you another prescription?
-Ren-gui! -Dad!
-What's wrong? -Dad.
Subtitle translation by Sophie Chang