(My True Friend)
(Episode 7)
You eat these every day?
So, does it suit your taste?
I think it is good. They all taste great.
That's good.
I ordered many dishes for you to try.
But whenever I am alone,
I only order a meat dish and vegetable dish.
Poor you.
I need money to buy an apartment.
Buy an apartment?
I thought you sell houses.
How can you not be able to buy one?
I may be a real estate agent,
but I am just an employee.
Acquiring a house is expensive.
(Yellow Croaker Noodles)
Why didn't you eat this?
Were you waiting for me?
Oh, no. I'm full.
I'm playing Fight the Landlord.
Do you want some drinks?
Do you like juice,
or do you prefer carbonated drinks?
- I'll buy you something. - It's okay!
Well...
How about this?
You buy me a house.
I want a penthouse at Rosewood International Apartment.
- Really? - Yes.
You're leaving this to me?
Why don't you get Shao Peng Cheng?
Yes, I want you to do it.
I don't need it immediately.
I'm not in a hurry, I can wait.
Ms. Bai, I'm sorry.
I'm here again for a free meal.
You should come more often.
I'm here for a free meal today too.
- My son's buying. - Yes.
Thank you.
Thank you for taking care of my mom...
during the time I was not around.
Here, cheers.
Mr. Jing, visiting Ms. Bai...
is something we like doing.
We feel happy.
Thank you.
Here, have some.
By the way, this deep-fried crab...
is Jing Ran's favourite.
Try some.
It's their signature dish.
Here, try some.
Sure, let me try some!
I've never tried this before.
This...
Look at this deep-fried crab.
It's so salty, oily and unhealthy.
Let me try it for you.
Nice, it's delicious.
How did they make it so nice?
It's really tasty!
Ms. Bai, try some!
Really, it's no wonder...
why it is their signature dish.
Ms. Bai,
you should really have more.
When your son's back in Italy,
your western daughter-in-law...
won't be able to make these.
No way.
I've told Jing Ran.
My daughter-in-law should be Chinese.
Mom.
Ms. Bai, regarding the house,
don't worry about it.
I'll find you a suitable buyer...
as soon as possible.
And Mr. Jing,
rest assured we'll do it right.
I know you want Ms. Bai to live with you.
I'll settle this soonest.
Here, cheers.
Okay.
You know, Ms. Bai.
Actually, Zhen Zhen and myself...
already found you a buyer.
They are a family of three.
Hold on.
They said the house is too expensive.
They can't afford it.
When did they say that?
It's all right.
Tell me more about their family.
So...
well, I think...
they're a suitable buyer...
because they have a kid.
The kid needs to go to school.
So what they need is...
a house near the school district.
Your house fits that requirement.
So they're interested.
And your house...
it's big.
I've seen their current house.
The living space is smaller.
And then...
Mr. and Mrs. Yang.
Look.
In here you can see...
the good thing about this house...
it's that it's very private.
Look at how tall the trees are.
But the only bad thing is...
if you have a kid,
he might feel a little lonely.
There aren't many kids in this area.
I quite like this yard.
A quiet environment, it's perfect.
And I like how it has two floors.
When I invite friends over,
it won't distract Ai Wen.
Right, dear?
This house is great.
But it is over your budget...
by around 430,000 dollars.
If it's necessary,
I'll find a better listing for you.
Hey, how are you?
Here's something tasty for you.
Here, open your mouth.
Such a good boy.
How old are you?
What's your name?
You don't like to talk?
Ms. Bai.
Does he remind you of Jing Ran?
Yes, he does.
He's like Jing Ran as a kid.
Dear, I want to buy this place.
The environment is great.
It's just a little expensive.
It exceeded around 430,000 dollars from our estimated budget.
Mr. and Mrs. Yang,
if you think it is expensive,
I can find other houses for you...
that are more suitable.
Silly.
I beg you.
Can you please use your brains?
Think before you speak.
So...
Mr. and Mrs. Yang.
I think the budget for a house should be flexible.
What's more important is...
to buy a house you like.
Let me ask you this.
How much is your monthly income?
In order to buy this house,
how much money do you have on hand?
Kid...
why did you...
I'm sorry.
Ai Wen, apologize quickly.
This is my son's toy figurine.
Mom, it's all right.
It's just a toy, it doesn't matter.
Ms. Bai, I'm sorry. Kids are ignorant.
How much is the figurine?
We'll just pay for it.
And we'll buy your house too.
No, Mr. and Mrs. Yang.
Pardon me for being blunt,
but I don't think my house...
is the right one for you.
I think you should look somewhere else.
What?
Mom.
Don't.
Wait.
What's the matter?
We're sincere in buying the house.
Why did she refuse...
to sell us the house...
just because Ai Wen broke something?
That's too much.
Yes, we've thought about it.
We really need the house.
If our son gets into Huaishuli Primary School...
that means that...
compared to his peers...
he'd have an advantage.
Definitely.
Mr. and Mrs. Yang,
Ms. Bai is like you.
She's very protective of her son.
Because the toy Ai Wen broke...
was her son's work in his first ever competition.
So it means a lot to her.
I think it's understandable.
I think it has nothing to do...
with breaking the toy.
- What else could be the reason? - What do you mean?
No, why do you care?
Ms. Bai said to sell the house, and we have to do it immediately.
Then she can leave with her son.
Ms. Bai must have her reasons.
Mr. and Mrs. Yang...
let me give you some advice.
Buying a house is a serious matter.
Do you want to reconsider?
The monthly payment...
for Ms. Bai's house...
is over your budget.
Think about the stress you'll have.
Also...
this is not a two-month commitment.
It's not just a short-term deal.
It's a 30-year commitment.
So I suggest that you reconsider.
It would be too stressful for you.
What do you know?
For families with kids,
it's common to go over budget.
What's this amount to us?
It can only pay...
for a supplementary class.
Precisely. So shouldn't you be more...
careful with how you spend the money?
You...
Mr. and Mrs. Yang,
my partner...
is not very flexible.
But she means well.
She just wants you to think it through.
Maybe...
How about this?
That's it for today.
As for Ms. Bai,
we'll go and talk to her.
Once we have an update...
we'll give you a call. How is that?
Great. We'll leave this to you then.
Yes, of course.
Thank you.
- We'll wait for your good news. - Yes.
Bye-bye.
What's wrong with you?
You have something against me or money?
They should know better.
The house is suitable for them.
They're adults.
But you've to think for them too.
- What's wrong with you? - We're just agents.
You just have to close the deal.
Then, what if they can't pay for it?
It's not your money anyway.
They have a kid to raise.
You're ridiculous.
Stop arguing.
Shao Peng Cheng is right.
We're real estate agents.
Our end goal is to help clients...
buy a house they like.
We're not here to impose your own...
values and preferences on them.
I know, right now...
we want to sell Ms. Bai's house...
as soon as we can.
But we have to consider their feelings.
The house is obviously...
out of Mr. and Mrs. Yang's budget.
Manager.
I'll find a more suitable house for them.
Clients know themselves...
what they can bear.
You don't have to worry about them.
Look, you've screwed Ms. Bai's case...
not just once but twice already.
Shouldn't you push for it?
What are you arguing over?
I've signed it. Have a look.
Sure.
This place is not bad.
Not bad, right?
Then let's get it.
Cheng Zhen Zhen,
please be more professional.
Hi, Mr. and Mrs.
How can I help you?
Do you want to buy or sell a house?
I'm not his wife.
I'm his girlfriend.
Do I look that old to you?
The both of you should work together.
What are you in disaccord?
So what kind of house do you want?
- A house in a school district. - Well...
Hi.
- Hi. - My name is Jin Da Zhong.
Hi, it's nice to meet you.
What's your name?
I'm Hao Mei Li.
You can call me Xiao Hao.
This is my calling card.
Thanks, Ms. Hao.
Help Fei Fei choose a place.
Sure.
As for whether it's a school district...
it doesn't really matter.
What?
Of course, it does. It has to be in a school district.
Now that you've found one,
you have to grab the opportunity.
We have a house suitable for you.
It's in a school district. And in a very good location.
Shao Peng Cheng, am I not right?
Yes, you're right.
Also, I have to remind you...
that you should never...
argue in front of the clients.
That's absurd.
How about this? If you have time today,
I'll show you some houses.
That's great. Let's go.
Over here, please.
- Let's go, come on. - Let's go.
- All right. - Come in here, sir.
Yes, you should warn the client.
But they make the final decision.
The client is here to buy a house,
not to get advice on how to lead their lives.
Do you understand me?
Look.
Look at her attitude.
She doesn't know how to admit to her mistakes.
Where's Hao Mei Li?
She's trying to steal my client again.
Cheng Zhen Zhen!
Give Mr. Yang a call, quick!
- I'll get going. - What?
Mr. Jin, you won't be able to...
find a house like this anywhere else.
Really?
A successful man like you...
should live in a house...
that is befitting of your status.
- Right? - Right.
The houses you've seen...
are just small condominiums and small town houses.
But this house...
you can't really compare it.
You're right.
There's no comparison.
After seeing this house,
there's really no point in seeing the others.
Right?
I guess?
Well...
There's an amazing resort in Shan Xi.
When would you be free to come over?
Mr. Jin,
If you're doing a house warming party,
that's necessary.
Like for example,
if you really buy this big house...
you should treat us all to a party in a resort.
Well, yes.
Ms. Hao, you're not only beautiful...
but also very brilliant.
Am I?
Of course.
- Darling. - Yes.
- I really love this house. - You do?
You know,
the house is really big and luxurious...
so it really fits our status.
The small condominiums that we've viewed...
they were so small...
and they make me feel claustrophobic.
They don't even speak about our riches.
This house is so big.
But isn't it too big for just one person?
Why would I be alone?
Didn't you say you want a baby?
Then we'll be three.
Yes.
Xiao Shao, are you confident?
Mrs. Yang,
how do I put this?
Our relationship with Ms. Bai,
although we're not related by blood, we're close.
So I believe Ms. Bai...
will give in to our request.
That's good to hear.
Ai Wen,
do you like to play basketball?
I'm not stealing your client.
Anyone can take up this case.
- I... - Ms. Bai.
- Xiao Shao. - Yes?
Didn't I tell you...
that I'm not selling this house to them?
Why did you bring them over again?
Ms. Bai, you see...
I know,
the kid broke the toy.
You're upset and they didn't apologize.
You must feel unhappy about it.
I can understand your feelings.
I think right now you should...
sell the house to Mr. and Mrs. Yang.
Whether you're selling it to them,
I think that's not what's important.
What's important is...
Look.
Do you see that?
Look at them.
You...
If you sell the house to them,
don't you find it disgusting?
What nonsense are you talking about?
Why are my clients disgusting?
They sincerely want to buy the house.
They also have the capability to do so.
Ms. Bai.
The house is yours.
It's up to you who you want to sell it to.
It's up to you to decide.
Don't be affected...
by their words, okay?
I'll go speak to my clients.
Mrs. Yang.
Mr. Yang.
I'm not selling the house to you...
for a good reason.
It's because...
Ai Wen,
I'm sorry.
Ms. Bai has to tell your mom the truth.
Okay?
I'm not selling you the house...
because your son doesn't like this place.
How do you know if he doesn't?
I saw him.
He broke the toy intentionally.
Ai Wen, is that true?
Tell me.
Did you break it intentionally?
Ai Wen.
Mrs. Yang, stop it.
Don't be scared.
Sit here, come on.
Ms. Bai is here. Don't be scared.
Ms. Bai is here. Don't worry.
I'm telling you this,
not because I want you to chide him.
I think the problem is not with your son.
The problem is with you as his parents.
You think that...
by buying the most expensive house in the school district,
by sending him to the best supplementary classes,
and by enrolling him in the best school...
means that you love him.
But have you asked him?
Is this the life that he wants?
You've got his life planned out.
But have you asked him...
if this is what he wants?
Let me tell you when I saw him for the first time,
I was very surprised.
I felt that he...
reminds me of my son as a kid.
He was obedient and mature.
He does whatever I tell him to.
Back then, I thought that...
my son was very blessed.
Now, my son...
is very quiet.
We might seem close if you see us...
but I have no idea...
what he's thinking deep inside.
We really don't know each other.
We're like strangers.
I really regret it.
I missed the best times...
in my son's life.
You know, you're still young.
Your son is still young.
Don't make the same mistakes I've made.
Why are you back?
Didn't you go to Ms. Bai's house with the clients?
It's over. She's not selling the house.
It's over? What's going on?
This is too complicated.
The parents want to buy the house for the child.
The child doesn't like the house.
As for Ms. Bai...
The child doesn't like the house...
so she doesn't want to sell it to them.
Cheng Zhen Zhen doesn't cooperate with me.
How am I supposed to sell this house?
What are you talking about?
Child? What child?
Zhen Zhen is back.
Manager Zeng.
What's going on between the two of you?
Shao Peng Cheng has been complaining about you the whole day.
Doesn't he do that all the time?
Manager, give me a moment.
I'll update you about the situation.
Let me first help Mr. and Mrs. Yang...
look for a house that is suitable for them.
All right, go ahead.
Okay, calm down.
Mrs. Yang, it's me. Cheng Zhen Zhen.
Do you remember the basketball court...
that we passed by in the district?
I found a place there.
The house suits your needs.
Mrs. Yang, hear me out.
Buying a house is a serious matter.
The most important thing is...
to find a house suitable for you.
That's great.
I'll send you the address.
See you there.
Okay, bye bye.
Shao Peng Cheng, let's go.
What are you doing? Talking to a dog.
My stomach hurts.
You're hopelessly lazy.
Whatever. I'm going without you.
What are you doing here?
Why aren't you going along?
I'm not going to waste my time with her.
All right. Don't sell the house then.
Let me remind you again.
If you don't perform well,
the both of you are leaving.
She's talking about you. You heard her?
If you don't perform well, you're leaving.
Mr. and Mrs. Yang, here.
Let's take a look at the master's bedroom.
- Sure. - Here.
The master's bedroom...
is considered pretty big.
The view is great too. Have a look around.
The other rooms are usually for the kids.
Here, look at this room.
It's a little small...
but it's practical.
The layout of the living room...
is pretty decent too.
Is this Huaishuli school district?
This is Yang Jia Hu school district.
It's a pretty decent school district too.
It's still not as good as Huaishuli.
It's so competitive right now,
a little makes a big difference.
Mom,
can we go to the basketball court when we're done?
Ai Wen.
Do you like the basketball court?
If you really like it, say so.
Ai Wen doesn't like to talk.
But he's smart.
Compared to the noisy kids...
who run around, he's very obedient.
Don't worry, my driver will handle it.
But...
Cheng!
You're here.
Xiao Ning, accompany her to wherever she wants to go.
- I forgot I have to meet a client. - Hey.
Why are you leaving the moment I arrive?
I'll go with you.
Don't.
We shouldn't be together today.
Xiao Ning.
Ms. Luo.
Why don't you take a break there?
I want to know what he's doing every day.
Isn't your company Love and Family?
Why has it become An Ju Ke?
Explain it to me.
An Ju Ke...
is a website with complete listings.
Most real estate agencies like us...
will list our houses on the website.
It's like a platform for...
businesses like us.
You can see all the listings on it.
And then you can pick the agency that you like.
As well as the real estate agent.
So can I find on this website,
the houses Cheng is selling?
- Of course. - Really?
You just have to search on An Ju Ke.
How do I do that?
Let me search for you.
(An Ju Ke Shao Peng Cheng's Shop)
Mr. and Mrs. Yang,
these are the facilities in this district.
There's a basketball court here.
And a football court over there.
Look.
Pass me the ball.
Mom, I want to join them.
Don't go over.
You'll sweat.
What if you catch a cold?
Pass.
I won't die from catching a cold.
Can't I play for a while?
You!
All right, just for a while.
Don't get hurt.
Quick.
Mrs. Yang,
I don't know if you have observed that...
Ai Wen is quieter than children his age.
Also, it seems like sometimes...
he can't really control his emotions.
What do you mean?
Nothing.
She is just concerned...
about the physical and mental development of your child.
It's more important than buying a house.
She'd rather not sell the house...
just to make you understand that.
What a day.
Everyone's trying to educate us.
If the two of you are that great,
why are you a real estate agent?
Go be an educator!
And why don't you go and be a psychiatrist?
Mr. Yang...
Mr. and Mrs. Yang, don't misunderstand us.
We don't mean it that way.
I just really hope that you can...
pay more attention to Ai Wen.
Look at how much fun he's having.
I honestly feel that...
that's nothing more important than a healthy childhood.
Ai Wen, let's go.
Hurry.
Let's go.
Stop following us.
We don't want to listen to what you have to say.
You can't just talk bad about my son...
just because you want to sell the house.
Ai Wen, do you like it here?
Or do you prefer Ms. Bai's house?
You've to speak truthfully.
That way, your mom and dad...
will know how you really feel.
Ms. Cheng, I like this house.
There's a basketball court. And there are other kids.
Mom, you said that when we move...
there will be other kids.
But when we went to Ms. Bai's house...
there were no kids around.
No basketball court either.
I'll feel really lonely there.
Let's buy a house here.
Then I can play basketball again.
And I'll make new friends.
Hello.
What's your name?
You are new here?
My name is Ai Wen.
What is your name?
My name is Cindy.
I'm here for a holiday with my grandma.
I live in Hong Kong with my parents.
Have you been to Hong Kong?
Okay. I can teach you English.
You can teach me Chinese.
Bye-bye, see you later.
If we let him have a carefree childhood,
while the others grow up in a strict environment,
how is he going to...
compete with the others in the future?
We've decided...
not to buy this house.
You don't have to contact us anymore.
I intend to take a look at the other agencies.
I don't believe...
all agents are like you.
Ai Wen, let's go.
Don't let these underprivileged...
people affect you.
Come, let's go home.
Mr. Yang.
Ai Wen, get in the car.
What do you want?
Are you getting back at me for not buying a house?
You're over thinking. I don't do things like that.
I just want to tell you a few things.
And I don't say this to just anyone.
My colleague is right.
She means well.
School district, a good university and a good job.
These mean nothing in the when you face life's struggles.
What you really need to do...
is to make sure your son grows up...
tough and have a healthy personality.
So he can truly love you, get it?
How do you know if I don't truly love my son?
Right.
Let's say your son grows up well.
He grows up to be a fine man...
and he loves to play basketball,
as well as extreme sports.
Are you really willing to accept a son...
who doesn't follow your plans for him?
Do you truly love him,
or do you love the feeling of him being admired by others?
Let me tell you this again.
My partner means well.
She's not paid for saying all these.
And now being judged by you,
I really feel bad for her.
Ridiculous.
You're still upset?
I know you're hurt by what happened.
But it's not up to us.
Right?
I'm talking to you. Are you listening?
I just feel that Ai Wen is too pitiful.
Yes, we all get your point.
But it's not up to us.
We can't determine their lives. Right?
How about this?
I'll go reflect on myself.
Indeed, today all I cared about...
was selling the house.
I didn't consider the other factors.
It was my mistake.
I'm sorry. Okay?
Sorry.
(Pearl Milk Tea 35 Bubble Milk Tea 30)
Cats are like that.
When they're upset, they sit by the window.
And then right by the window,
there happens to be a delicious cake.
The cat stares at it.
And doesn't move for the next four to five hours.
What do you think happens in the end?
Well, in the end...
Yes, that's exactly it.
The look in your eyes now...
is exactly like a cat's.
Yes, that's right. Big and restless.
And then the cat continues staring...
at the cake.
The cat wants to eat it,
but can't get to it.
It's a very pitiful feeling.
And then you...
And you...
Do you know...
that when a cat acts up...
it scratches people?
Why are you so serious?
I'm just kidding.
Whatever.
You can't even take care of yourself, what more a cat.
Don't ruin the cat's life.
Then I'll adopt you first.
Hey!
What are you doing?
I'm not making you spend money, don't worry.
What are you doing?
Getting a cake.
What?
I thought you wanted the cake.
You've been staring at it, I'm not making you spend money.
I'm buying you the cake.
(Yanqing)
Hey.
You're funny, really.
They have milk tea over there too.
Why do you have to come over here?
You know,
they have the cheapest milk tea here.
It's also the best.
I realize you're like a kid sometimes.
Just a glass of milk tea...
can make you so happy.
Fine. The next time you're feeling unhappy,
I'll bring you here for milk tea.
We'll drink until you throw up.
Whatever.
Have you been doing well recently?
Why would I not be?
Where's your watch?
Well, I didn't wear it today.
I pawned it.
To pay for Ms. Bai's renovation?
I don't understand.
Aren't you financially tight now?
Why did you spend so much money...
just to renovate Ms. Bai's house?
Maybe...
Because I can understand...
how it feels to miss someone.
It's a blissful feeling.
But it's also a painful feeling.
Blissful because...
there's someone to miss.
Painful...
because the past was too good.
I know Ms. Bai's husband...
is like a wound to her.
But I believe...
Ms. Bai wants to go and bring back the past.
And keep the love alive.
For someone so carefree,
you're actually quite sentimental.
Who do you miss?
I know.
You were deeply hurt by a girl.
Right?
Forget it, it's all in the past.
Look at you now.
You're healthy and strong.
You are good looking.
Your parents are still alive.
That's all you need in life to be happy.
So...
Forget about the past.
The only close relative I have in this world is my mom.
But she passed away three years ago.
I'm sorry.
I shouldn't have talked about this.
Isn't your dad still around?
You mentioned he's in Shanghai.
His business went bankrupt and he's ill.
Has he gotten better?
How do I put this?
I've always felt that, in for my dad,
besides his business and career,
nothing else matter.
And my dad wants me...
to follow his plans for me.
I can't take it.
So the both of us...
You're over thinking things.
All parents...
love their children.
You don't have a manipulative dad.
So you won't understand.
Being manipulated your whole life,
do you know how scary it is?
Let's stop talking about this.
Why?
Is that Zhen Zhen and Xiao Shao?
Are they in a relationship?
It would be a pity if they are.
Why is it a pity?
Zhen Zhen is such a lovely woman.
Do you like girls like her?
Mom, what has it got to do with me?
I just feel that...
Feel what? Let's go.
No, wait. You should...
Let me ask you this.
I've always been curious.
What do you like about Poker Face?
Why are you calling him Poker Face?
Is he not a poker face?
That's what you call being cool.
You know,
when I first met Jing Ran...
we were at the university.
He's four years my senior.
On our prom night,
I was supposed to dance alone on stage.
My classmates played a prank on me.
They hid my shoes.
So I had to dance barefooted.
My foot started bleeding.
At my saddest moment,
Jing Ran appeared.
He helped me bandage my wounds.
And gave me a pair of white sneakers.
I'll never forget that pair of white sneakers.
But it's a pity.
I never got the chance to know him after he left.
I've always wanted to...
thank him.
Hey.
Calm down.
Have you thought about this?
You've been crushing on him for so many years.
But he doesn't even know that you exist.
Who said he doesn't?