Timing and Subtitles by the True Lovers Team @Viki.com
My True Friend
Episode 27
I have a suggestion. I'm thinking of using your ¥1 million
as renovation fees for this house.
Look, the husband's family buys the house. The wife's family comes up with the money for renovation. Not only is this not contrary to etiquette,
it also expresses the love both sets of parents have for their children. We get the best of both worlds, isn't it?
Mom.
- Jing Ran. - Yes. - Please discuss with Zhen Zhen later regarding what your mom has suggested.
Since we have given the money to the children,
we should allow the young people to make their own decisions.
No need, Uncle. There's no need to discuss about this matter. I don't need to discuss it with Zhen Zhen either.
How can I take your ¥1 million for renovation? I really don't need this.
Jing Ran, where is the bathroom?
I want to go to the bathroom.
- Auntie, there's a bathroom right outside. - Okay.
- Auntie, let me accompany you. - No need. No need.
You accompany me.
Come. Come.
- Auntie, it's right there.Turn slightly to the right. - Okay.
Mom, why are you still unhappy?
Isn't it unsuitable for you to say those things in front of Zhen Zhen's parents just now?
How can we ask her parents to pay with their money?
Son...
Son, you have changed.
In the past, you would always discuss any important matters with me.
Now, you have a girlfriend.
You don't tell me anything anymore.
For example, you made the decision to buy this house yourselves.
The same goes for putting down the names of the owners of this house.
I won't say anything anymore. No matter what I say, it will be redundant.
Mom, it's not that I left you out of the discussion deliberately.
You are so fond of Zhen Zhen. I'm just thinking that you wouldn't mind so much
if we put our names as the owners of the house. I...
Whether I mind or not depends on what matter it is.
- Being listed as a house owner is a very important matter. - This...
Let me tell you this. I know you love Zhen Zhen wholeheartedly.
But, shouldn't you have told me about this matter before you make your decision?
- A house that cost over ¥10 million! - What about a house that cost over ¥10 million?
- You tell me, what about it? - Mom,
even if it cost a few more millions, it's all just about money, isn't it?
Money...I've been earning money all this while. I can continue to earn.
Right. Right. This is not a problem of the house.
This is not a problem of money. Isn't it right? But,
let me make it very clear from the start. I really am sincerely very fond of Zhen Zhen.
If in case in the future, should there be any changes to your relationship...
Mom, what are you talking about?
Can you at least hope that I will do well?
I'm just saying, just in case.
Why would there be a "just in case"?
Just in case there are any changes, do you know that division of assets is a very troublesome matter?
Come here.
Quickly.
No, what do you want to tell me? Quickly say it.
Come over here and I'll tell you.
Look at you. Do you have any brains?
Jing Ran said just now that the house ownership certificate will bear his and Zhen Zhen's names.
I noticed that Jing Ran's mom looked very unhappy. I think perhaps she disagree to it.
Didn't I say so yesterday? Zhen Zhen's future mother-in-law
is not s simple person at all.
But, this money is for our daughter to use at her wedding.
We don't have to worry about how she will use it.
I'm not wrong to say you're silly.
If the money is used for renovations, can we remove those furniture and bring along with us
if they really got divorced one day in the future?
The marriage of young people nowadays are really not dependable anymore.
Some of them marry today and divorce tomorrow.
We can't not be on our guard.
That's the reason I said the money is for our daughter to use when she gets married.
Let them make the decision themselves.
Now, it's still too early for you to talk about money.
I can see that our daughter is still hesitating right now
whether to marry him immediately.
Don't worry. I know what to do.
It's okay as long as you know what to do.
- Mom, I think where feelings are concerned-- - Where feelings are concerned,
is definitely romantic.
But son, life is a reality.
I don't want to complicate this matter.
Mom, Zhen Zhen's parents are here now, right?
I have to show them my sincerity. I really like Zhen Zhen and want to marry her.
How could I still get them to pay for the renovations?
Son,
you are doing this because you want Zhen Zhen's parents to be happy. Is that right?
- What about me then? Aren't you afraid that I might be sad? - No.
- I don't exist. Is that it? - No.
You just make the decision so easily.
Then, you don't even consider my feelings and mood? Don't you even think about them?
Sorry. Sorry. Sorry. I am wrong.
- You've changed, son. - I have not. - You have really changed.
I have not changed.
- You've grown up. You've changed. - I have not, Mom.
You have a girlfriend now.
In future, she will be your wife.
I have become redundant.
Mom, what are you talking about? How can you be redundant?
Okay, okay. Please don't be sad. I'm the one who has not been thorough in considering all these.
I'm the one who's wrong. I've caused you to worry too much.
Quickly. Quickly go take a look.
All right. I'll go take a look.
- Uncle and Auntie, are you thirty? Shall I get you something to drink? - No need. No need.
- Come. - Parents-in-law.
- Auntie, please take a seat. - You have seen the rest of the house? Are you satisfied with it?
Good.
- Come, please sit down. - Okay.
This is how the downstairs is. There are four bedrooms upstairs.
This is the arrangement I have in mind. Jing Ran and Zhen Zhen will stay in the master bedroom.
The room is quite big, and it is south facing with very good light.
I think it is very suitable for the two of them.
I will stay in the second bedroom.
It is convenient for me to be nearer to them.
- I am old now. It is better to have someone around me. - That's right.
I am planning to use the other bedroom as Jing Ran's home office.
Jing Ran often works from home.
At that time. I'll bring the grandchildren to the living room here to play.
This way, we won't disturb each other. It'll be quite good, isn't it?
And, there's one last room.
Mother-in-law, I'm planning to let my grandson and granddaughter stay in it.
Go up and take a look later. The room is quite nice. There's even a living room outside.
When the children are bigger, they can study or play games in there. It's really quite good.
Do you know why I'm in such a hurry for them to get married?
I want Zhen Zhen to have more children.
When there are more people in the family, it'll be more lively. Isn't that good? Right?
Oh right. If you should visit at that time,
stay a few more days. At that time, I will
move into my grandchildren's room and stay with them. What do you think of this idea?
Jing Ran, I think I understand what she means.
There's really no place for Zhen Zhen's mom and I.
No, no, Uncle, please hear me out.
I can complete all my work in the office.
I had intended that room to be turned into your bedroom. The light in that room is good and then...
This is not what I mean. I'm just joking with you.
Jing Ran, you are too serious.
Zhen Zhen's dad, are we really...
- Jing Ran. - Yes.
Zhen Zhen's mom's legs are weak. We won't tour this place anymore. We'll go back to the hotel and rest.
Why don't we eat a meal before you leave? There's a restaurant next door that serves quite good food. It's convenient too.
We're leaving now. We won't eat. We'll go back to the hotel.
Then, Jing Ran, can you please send them back.
Okay, Mom. I'll send Uncle and Auntie back to the hotel first. We'll find a day when Zhen Zhen has nothing on and we'll come and look at the house again. We'll discuss about the house then. Is that okay?
Good. Good.
- Goodbye. - Let's go, Uncle.
- Goodbye. - Jing Ran's mom, goodbye. - I won't see you out then.
- Okay, Uncle and Auntie, I'll send you back to the hotel. - Okay.
- Jing Ran. - Yes.
Looks like your mom has a very well-thought-out arrangement for the house.
It's really not easy for her.
Uncle and Auntie, please don't get angry. My mom has the habit of being strong and domineering all her life.
She manages all the affairs at home.
But, be rest assured. I will decide on
all the plans for the house this time. I will ensure that everyone will get their individual space.
Jing Ran, we know that you are good child who is
fair and considerate.
Discuss with Zhen Zhen
about the ¥1 million we mentioned just now.
Consider it a small gift from us.
Auntie, I'm not being courteous, but there's really no need for that ¥1 million.
I've prepared the money I need for buying and renovating the house.
There's really no need. So, thank you, Uncle and Auntie.
Jing Ran, I still want to ask you something.
Is it your idea to let Zhen Zhen become a full-time housewife?
Uncle,
I lived abroad all by myself for a long period of time.
I very much wish to have a warm family.
Furthermore, I'll be coming back here to work
very soon. When that time comes, I'll be very busy with work.
If Zhen Zhen is also very busy with her work, there'll be no one to take care of the family then.
What if...we have a baby?
Uncle,
I think the concern of earning money to support the family can be left to me alone.
Jing Ran, there are some things which I have to tell you.
I know my daughter.
She's a girl who loves to work very much.
Furthermore, she doesn't have a very good temper.
She's straight forward and stubborn.
For young, her father and I hardly retrained her in any ways.
So, she has developed the habit of doing the things she likes to do.
You have to give way to her more when you are together in future.
Auntie, please don't worry.
I'm older than Zhen Zhen by a few years. Of course I'll give in to her.
Furthermore, I won't allow Zhen Zhen to be overworked even if
she becomes a full-time housewife in future. I will hire many nannies for her.
Dad.
Mom, please don't worry so much.
I have not even decided now whether I want to get married.
Why are you thinking about matters concerning the house ownership?
Furthermore, we are also not going after their family estate, right?
You future mother-in-law is really a little troublesome.
She's sensitive and domineering.
You really have to think carefully about whether you can accept all these.
I have seen many old ladies who are widowed mothers who raised their sons by themselves.
They are very hard to get along with.
It is right you did not agree to Jing Ran's marriage proposal so quickly.
I can't bear to allow my precious daughter to marry into such a family.
Actually, Auntie Bai is an understanding person.
She's not that difficult to get along with.
Look at you, child.
You're really quite like your dad with you are stubborn.
Do you truly understand Jing Ran's character?
The way I see it,
if you choose him,
you have to live your life according to the trajectories of his life.
This child looks
educated and well-balanced on the surface. But actually, he is calm and strong in his heart.
He is that kind of child who knows very well what's in his heart.
He is like his mom where this is concerned.
Zhen Zhen, do you understand what your dad is trying to say?
You are our precious treasure.
When you become a daughter-in-law in their family,
you have to listen to everything they say.
You have to live your life according to the plans they have made for your future.
Think about this carefully.
Can you accept this when the time comes?
- You drink. - You drink. Drink.
What are you laughing at? We're discussing your affairs.
I'm happy looking at how loving the two of you are.
This tea is really not bad.
Come, try some.
I won't be able to sleep tonight if I drink too much.
That will be just the right time to think about your daughter's affairs.
Think about it carefully. Use your brain.
Why did you ask me to come over here?
I didn't do anything wrong recently.
I ask you over for a good chat.
I've read through
your project proposal.
- You really read through it? - Yes.
Then...what do you think about it?
I should say
there are some unique analysis and opinions in it.
Look. Look. Look. Didn't I tell you so?
So, do you think my project proposal will work?
Your project proposal contains
your thinking about
the current real estate industry in China.
And you also mentioned the long-term lease mode
as a new type of business model.
It is indeed not bad.
But, there are still areas in which is is inadequate.
For example.
How long is the operating cycle for the funds for the new business model?
You have to calculate this for me.
Another example.
You said the consumption ideology people have towards houses
can be cultivated and directed.
Then specifically, what is this method that can used to lead them?
I hope to see more precise data and
practical, implementable methods of guiding the consumers
in your project proposal.
I understand.
If I could improve my proposal accordingly to what you said just now,
could you implement my project immediately in Love And Family now?
I can't answer your question right now.
What's wrong? It can't be that because you did not get a satisfactory answer
and you become unwilling
to spend time and effort to improve on your project?
Let me tell you this. It is exactly the opposite case.
Regardless of whether you approve of my project,
I will not give up on it. I will definitely work on this project until it is completed.
And, I believe there will be investors who are willing to collaborate with me on this project,
because I believe in my own judgement.
You are quite confident in yourself.
But of course.
But, I am still very grateful to you
for reading through my proposal seriously.
I am also very grateful to you
for giving me these valuable suggestions.
If there's nothing else, I'll leave first. Bye-bye.
Wait a moment.
Remember this.
Regardless of whether I'm a businessman or an entrepreneur,
I am, first of all, your father.
In this world,
no one hopes to see you succeed more than me.
Manager Mu!
You're looking for me?
I'm here to drink. You scared me.
- You came here to drink alone? - Yes.
This place is on the way home. Drinking a bit helps me sleep better.
You're pretty cool. I'm alone too.
- How about this, I'll treat you. - Okay.
- Can you drink this? - No problem.
Cheers!
It looks like you're pretty happy after getting your money back.
Isn't this why I came to find a place to release my emotions?
Why are you drinking alone here? You have something on your mind?
I'm doing alright. I don't have anything on my mind.
Plus, what right
do I have to drink away any sorrows?
I am just an insignificant employee.
I think...I think that the most important thing for a person is to know their limits.
Don't be too overly greedy.
Don't think that just because you've been working for someone for so many years, you should have a lot of benefits.
Don't think that just because you worked hard on so many projects over the years, you can earn the boss's acknowledgement.
Actually, in the eyes of the boss, everything that you've done can't be compared to
the crown prince's words.
Crown prince? The CEO's son started working at our company now?
I didn't hear about it.
The CEO's son may have started working, but all he does is walk around and show off his money.
The company is his.
Even though our company is a publicly traded one,
but aren't all of China's private companies all family-owned companies?
He came to prepare to take the reins.
Let me tell you, it's fine.
You've been by the CEO's side working hard for so many years, he's definitely aware.
Don't over think it.
- What use is it if he knows? - Stop thinking about it.
Cheers!
Over there is Pudong?
That's right.
That's Pudong over there.
Peng Cheng, we've bothered you a lot these two days.
You took us to so many fun places.
He's even more thoughtful than our Zhen Zhen.
- Aren't I better than your daughter? - Yes.
I really like him.
Auntie, you don't need to be so polite with me. Actually, I've also been enlightened by you two.
- Look, I've finally toured around Shanghai too. - Jing Ran?
Who is it?
You want to eath together? Alright.
You're picking us up?
No need, just send the address of the restaurant to me.
Coincidentally, Zhen Zhen's coworker, Peng Cheng,
took us sightseeing all day today.
He definitely knows the way, and we can also all eat together.
Alright.
- Come eat with us. - Okay.
Thank you.
Hello, Mom?
Jing Ran, where are you?
I'm out.
What are your plans for today?
Zhen Zhen's parents are about to leave. I asked them to eat lunch together.
Okay, good.
In that case, I'll quickly change clothes.
Oh, that's right, you don't have to pick me up.
Just send me the address, I'll call for a taxi.
Mom, this restaurant is quite far from home. Don't worry about it.
How about this? Wait for me at home, and I'll come pick you up.
But there's some traffic, so it'll be around an hour before I get there.
Then...then let's forget it.
Can you help me explain to Zhen Zhen's parents?
Coincidentally, I already ordered some room service.
They've already brought it up.
Alright, then eat it while it's warm. I'll explain it to them.
Alright. Tell them I'm sorry.
Keep them well accompanied.
Jing Ran, thank you for your generosity.
- Come, let's all drink. - Come.
Cheers.
Uncle, you don't need to be so polite. We're family.
Peng Cheng, Uncle and I need to thank you.
You've been taking us around everywhere these past few days, we've been very happy.
Auntie, no need to be so polite.
- Do you want some soup? - Okay. Thank you.
Auntie, let me give you a piece of fish. After these past few days, I found out that you really love eating fish, right?
Uncle, here's some beef, this is your favorite.
He's so thorough.
Peng Cheng, how did you know that Zhen Zhen doesn't like cilantro?
Auntie, you have no idea. Your family's daughter uses my money to eat and drink every day, how could I not know?
What are you talking about? I've treated you too.
Jing Ran, my dad is also very knowledgeable about interior design.
Really?
Jing Ran, tell me,
such a great designer like you,
after you've come back home, what kind of
forward-thinking designs from abroad
do you want to bring into Shanghai's interior design?
I think that our country's current level of interior design are comparable to those overseas.
It's just that there are still some cultural differences in regards to aesthetics and the standard of living.
Can you give an example?
For example, let's talk about houses then.
Currently, even though China builds a lot of big houses, it's not very practical, so it's a waste of space.
That's true.
You don't know this, but last year, your dad and I renovated our home.
I fought with your dad many times because of the renovations.
- Really? - Yes.
Your dad wanted to expand the restaurant.
I wanted to expand the kitchen.
He's not the one cooking every day, he wouldn't understand me.
But I cook every day, and that kitchen is so small that you can't even turn around.
Alright, that's enough. Don't scold me in front of the children.
It's just this once.
Auntie, he means that you can...
Ran Ran
I'm telling you about his thoughts.
Uncle just wants you to not work so hard and cook so much.
If you want to eat, Uncle will take you out to eat good food. Isn't that right, Uncle?
Xiao Shao, it only took you two days for you to be allies.
What happened?
- Come. - I have to go home.
- Now? - Now, and it seems to be pretty urgent.
Uncle, Auntie, I'm sorry but something urgent just came up. I have to go.
You're leaving right?
Yes, it's pretty urgent.
Work is important, you should hurry.
Yes, that's right. Jing Ran, you don't need to accompany us, you should go take care of your problem.
Alright, then thank you. You guys take your time, I'll be leaving first.
Uncle, next time I will definitely drink with you.
Have some beef, uncle.
Here, eat more. You barely ate.
I'll move.
I'll have some chats with uncle. Come, uncle.
- Let's talk. - Sit down here, please.
Give it to me.
Mom, I'm going to pack some food for him.
alright.
Because Zhen Zhen and I are realtors, whenever we go to look at the house
Zhenzhen and I introduce and sell houses to customers. The refurbishment means a lot to us.
Jing Ran,
these are the dishes I asked the waiter to pack up. Take it home for Aunt Bai to eat.
Also, you didn't eat very much just now, so eat up when you get home.
You are meticulous. Thanks.
I noticed that you were absent-minded just now.
Is there something going on?
It's nothing. Don't worry.
Zhen Zhen, please say some good things about me to your parents.
My performance during their visit was bad.
I didn't spend time with them.
I will work hard.
Don't worry. Leave it to me.
Mom.
Weren't you eating at your house? Why did come out?
I'm not feeling well so I went out to have some air.
I walked down here, and I got tired. So I stopped and ordered noodles.
Mom, you never dine in such restaurants.
Plus, noodles do not contain sufficient nutrition.
The sanitary condition is not good enough.
Let's go home.
Look, Zhen Zhen
Okay?
I have no appetite.
No appetite? Whats the matter? Are you uncomfortable?
Oh, I heard you coughing all the time during your sleep last night. Did you catch a cold?
I just bought you some cold syrup in the pharmacy.
Remember to take it.
I know.
Mom.
I should've picked a restaurant that was closer, so it would've been convenient for you to come.
Son.
I know,
that today you didn't want me to eat food with you all.
Mom.
I know.
However,
However, they only care about their daughter.
I am caring about you.
Everything I do is for your own good, son.
Mom, of course I know you do everything for me.
However, Zhen Zhen's parents,
they didn't say they would stay at our place forever.
They just want to see our attitude.
Attitude?
Son,
What's wrong with my attitude? Was it not good enough?
I talked with them very clearly,
I told them
to stay at our place.
I would live in the baby's room.
Then they
I gave them my own bedroom. Where did you see my bad attitude and insincerity?
Mom, your attitude is good,
This is not what I mean. I mean even if they come, it will only be short-term.
So don't be mad because of this matter.
Son, you must tell me,
what did I do wrong? You must tell me.
- Come on, mom. - Where did I do wrong?
Mom, mom, mom. You didn't do anything wrong.
How is it possible for you to do wrong? It is me who did wrong.
This is my fault. I didn't think it through.
It's me who didn't do things well.
Mom, you must believe me.
Trust Zhen zhen and I please.
We will treat you well together.
We will make a lot of grandchildren for you.
Don't complain by then.
Hahaha
I won't feel tired at all.
I'm telling you, I won't find it tired no matter how many grandchildren you make for me.
I'll take care of them all for you. I'll feel happy even if I'm tired.
Mom, then do you want to keep eating your noodles,
or do you want to eat the yummy things Zhen Zhen packed for you.
Bad boy.
Of course, I want to eat the delicious food packed by my daughter-in-law.
Okay, let's go. Let's go home.
I'll first eat food. When I'm finished,
I'll eat the Gan Kang you bought.
Let's go home.
Did you pay, mom?
Sure.
Can I talk to you about something? Stop just watching the soccer game.
Did you discover during dinner,
Jing Ran obviously had something on his mind.
We've been in Shanghai for many days.
He didn't stay with us for long.
He finally showed up today.
But he still left in a hurry with some lame excuses.
He said there was something urgent, I'm sure it has something to do with his mother.
His mom is something.
I feel worried thinking about our daughter's future.
Did you notice,
Little Shao really likes Zhen Zhen?
Stop meddling with their affairs.
I'm not joking with you.
You really didn't notice?
You look,
Xiao Shao's attitude to Zhen zhen
and the way he looks at Zhen zhen are filled with affection.
This Jing Ran,
the way he looks at Zhen zhen
is not as passionate as Xiao shao.
Actually,
I don't really want Zhen zhen to marry
someone who is a famous designer with a luxurious mansion.
As long as she can find someone normal who loves her
cherish her and tolerate her wholeheartedly
is enough.
Most importantly is safe and sound. What do you think?
She is grown-up now. Talk quietly.
Daughter can make her own choice.
So
This is her own choice. Let's step out of her way.
I know.
Timing and Subtitles by the True Lovers Team @Viki.com
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