01x13 - Episode 13

[bunniefuu]

♪ I've braved the storms, walked through the rain ♪

♪ Seen the highs and lows along the way ♪

♪ But you stay quiet, never change ♪

♪ Like a child who dreams beneath the stars ♪

♪ I've read the story in your eyes ♪

♪ And finally, nothing's left to hide ♪

♪ You won't give in to a world so cold ♪

♪ So you wander through it on your own ♪

♪ Maybe fate has drawn us near ♪

♪ Just to help you learn to believe ♪

♪ Everything you've questioned deep inside ♪

♪ I'll be the proof you need ♪

♪ I've made my choice ♪

♪ For you, I'll be brave and break the rules ♪

♪ What's there to fear even if the world is right and I am wrong? ♪

♪ One day, all of this will turn into memories ♪

♪ Every storm we faced will turn into our life's scenery ♪

♪ For you, I'll be brave and break the rules ♪

♪ What's there to fear even if the world is right and I am wrong? ♪

♪ Even if, in the end, the whole world turns against me ♪

♪ I won't regret having loved you ♪

♪ With all my heart ♪

♪ I've held you close ♪

♪ Walked by your side ♪

♪ And loved the fire that burned inside you ♪

[The First Frost]

[Adapted from the novel of the same name by Zhu Yi on www.jjwxc.net]

[Beiyu Nostalgic Noodles]

Here alone today?

Want a bowl of noodles as usual?

I want two bowls today.

Want the second one later?

No, serve them together.

Okay.

Here you go.

Thanks.

Enjoy your meal.

Hey.

Are you nervous?

No.

And you?

If you're not,

then I can't be either.

I'm at the noodle restaurant now.

We made a promise.

I will definitely

go to Nanwu University with you.

[Beiyu; Nanwu]

[Episode 13]
[We Made a Promise]

[3144 Days]

You come home late without a word?

Why did you get off work so early today?

Senior Sang,

sorry for the intrusion.

What are you doing here?

I heard your lease is almost up.

So?

So...

I'm about to take your place

as Yifan's next roommate.

Next...

room...

mate?

You might get too comfortable here

and not want to leave.

I haven't even agreed to let you move in.

Don't worry.

I'll be a better roommate.

I won't cause you any trouble

or be a burden.

Would you mind if I look around?

The kitchen is large

and fully equipped.

There's a dishwasher.

It'll keep things clean.

I'm no more worrying about washing dishes.

And there's a range hood.

Tell me,

Senior Sang

is not a clean freak, is he?

Living with someone like that

must be super stressful.

Actually, you're the one stressing me out.

Besides,

he's pretty easygoing most of the time.

Then let me check out my future room.

- I refuse. - I refuse.

Mu, you're making this really awkward.

Finding a roommate was something from before.

And today, you didn't even...

check with Senior Sang first.

I think that's inappropriate.

Yifan,

everything you just mentioned isn't a problem.

A good roommate

is harder to find than a good apartment.

If we become roommates,

I'll handle all the chores.

We can go to work together,

come home together,

cook meals together,

and look out for each other.

Isn't that great?

Mu, you should head home for today.

If there's anything to discuss,

let's wait until this place is actually vacant.

Also, I generally don't prefer or feel comfortable

living with male roommates.

Then what about Senior Sang?

He...

he's an exception.

Don't do this again.

Bye.

I never said I was moving out.

I have no idea why he suddenly showed up.

Maybe it's because...

because Su Tian mentioned

that I was looking for a roommate,

and he overheard.

So...

So you really dislike having me as your roommate?

Of course not.

It's just...

it's just that your place is almost finished renovating.

I'm worried

that if you suddenly move out,

I'll be stuck paying this whole rent

by myself.

Didn't I already transfer my share of the rent?

So...

how much longer will you stay?

What about you?

How long do you want me to stay?

Maybe...

until you get a girlfriend.

Then we can talk about it.

I'm heading back to my room.

One day, he'll move out.

Why do I care so much?

I really dislike this habit.

And I fear

getting used to someone else's presence.

It always leads to one of two outcomes.

No matter what happens,

I'll always be with you.

You need to be ready for that.

Director, is there anything else we can do?

Please, save him.

You've done your best.

There's nothing to regret.

I beg you, please try again.

I'm sorry for your loss.

It could happen just like it did with my father.

Patient Wen Liangzhe...

One day, out of nowhere...

...forty-four years old...

...he left me forever.

...was declared clinically deceased

at 14:04 p.m.

on March 11

due to unsuccessful rescue efforts.

Family, please accept our condolences.

Jiang, hurry up.

We've been waiting for you.

Mind your step. Be careful.

It's okay.

Or it could happen like it did with my mother.

For her own sake,

to have a better life,

she chose to leave me behind.

I hate how life is full of partings,

always saying goodbye.

Maybe it's better not to get used to it at all.

I can't get used to it.

I shouldn't get used to it.

Grandpa.

What brings you here?

I'm not here for you.

I'm here to see my granddaughter-in-law.

Granddaughter-in-law?

That's right.

I'm here for Linlin.

Linlin!

Zhong Siqiao.

Hello?

Zhong Siqiao.

It's me, Su Haoan.

I need your help, urgent.

I'm busy. Ask someone else.

Well,

my grandpa

is at my place.

He says he's here to see Wang Linlin.

Apparently, I got drunk one time

and told him that...

that we're planning to get married and have kids,

and we're going to live together.

Please come over now!

I'm busy.

Busy with what?

Come on.

Please?

Just this once, I beg you.

Zhong Siqiao!

Grandpa,

after getting supper,

Linlin went to a friend's birthday party.

She won't be back tonight.

I'll wait here until she gets home.

By the way, let me ask you...

Why haven't you gone

to visit your parents' and brother's graves?

I'll find time to go.

Really?

Really.

I checked with the cemetery staff.

No one else has visited

aside from your Grandma and me

in the past two years.

Tell me,

do you really dislike them that much?

I've been busy with work.

My business is huge now, really.

You'll see for yourself next time you visit.

How busy are you, really?

Look at yourself.

Drifting through your days,

wasting time.

Sooner or later,

Linlin will leave you.

You're just getting back now!

Grandpa, I'm home!

Where did you go?

We ran out of toilet paper at home.

And there was a sale today, so I went to buy some.

Weren't you at your friend's

birthday party?

Yeah!

The supermarket belongs to my friend's family.

Since it was her birthday today,

they had a sale.

Haoan,

go buy a serving

of Nanwu's best soup dumplings

at the same place

I used to take you when you were little.

Grandpa,

you already bought late-night snacks.

Did you forget?

They've been sitting for so long.

Grandpa, I'm not hungry anyway.

Yeah, she's not hungry.

Me neither.

What do you mean by that?

You can buy handbags for Linlin

but not soup dumplings for your grandpa?

Go!

Go on!

Fine.

Unbelievable.

Linlin,

I want to ask you a few things.

Do you usually sleep

on the left side

or the right side?

The right side!

That's strange.

Haoan

has always slept on the right side.

Yeah, I know.

But I've also slept on the right side since I was a kid.

So he lets me have it.

Where are your clothes?

Haoan said mine didn't look good.

He wants to buy me new ones.

So for now,

I'm just wearing his.

It's loose, comfy,

and sweet!

Are you two hiding something from me?

This Haoan...

he actually dared to lie to me!

Actually, I...

You two aren't really living together, are you?

- We... - You're about to get married.

What's wrong with living together?

Or do you want to wait until after the wedding

to find out your husband

snores so loudly

that you can't sleep at night?

That after work,

he leaves his clothes and socks everywhere

and refuses to do housework?

Your place is a mess!

Grandpa,

you're surprisingly open-minded.

I was young once too.

Love...

is blind.

Haoan

has always kept things to himself

since he was little.

You've been through a lot.

Be patient with him.

I will, Grandpa.

What happened here?

When did it get so tidy?

I made extra porridge.

Help me finish it.

I'll just have cereal.

I'm heading out.

I can't get used to all this.

Going back to how things were

might be the best choice.

If I get used to his presence...

maybe...

one day, it'll all disappear.

Morning, Yifan.

Morning.

This is the breakfast

I specially prepared

to share with you.

I already ate. Have it on your own.

Come on, help me out.

It's too much for me alone.

I can't finish it.

Good morning.

Morning.

Are you having breakfast?

Try some.

He made too much.

How about let Su Tian finish it for you?

Great. I haven't eaten yet.

Then I'll trouble you, Su Tian.

You're pregnant. You should eat more nutritious food.

Thank you!

Um...

Yifan.

I want to apologize.

Yesterday...

did I disturb you and Senior Sang?

A little.

But I just don't get it.

He's so cold and distant.

Yifan,

why do you force yourself to live with him?

You deserve

a better roommate.

I don't feel forced.

Maybe I'm just used to it.

Yifan,

director Shen from the finance department is looking for you.

Got it.

Morning.

- Chengyun, have you eaten? - Morning.

I bought two servings.

- Want to share? - Yifan.

I hope you know

how to take care of yourself.

You need to open your eyes

and see who truly cares about you.

Don't always assume it's normal for people to push you around.

That's a bad habit. You should break it.

Alright.

Thanks for your concern.

Also...

I think I can tell

what's actually a bad habit.

Mr. Shen.

I sent the interview outline

for Wanda Corporation to your email last night.

I've assigned Zhen Yu from your team

to handle the interview.

Is there an issue with my outline?

I heard about what happened

at Yihe Daily.

Even though that's your personal matter,

Chairman Cao of Wanda

used it as a reason to reject you.

You should head back for now.

Step aside!

You're Wen Yifan, right?

People

all have emotions and desires.

But I won't criticize you here.

Yifan, what's wrong?

You look so upset.

Yifan,

are you okay?

Got it.

Yifan,

the security guard downstairs

said someone is looking for you.

This is the last time I'm coming here.

I don't want to see...

any of you ever again.

What do you want from me?

Jiang!

I sent you a message before.

Did you see it?

Your aunt has already gone back to Beiyu.

That day,

I didn't think it through.

How did you get in?

I won't let her come to my house anymore...

How did you get in?

I'm your mother.

Does that mean my feelings don't matter to you?

Jiang,

I talked to your aunt recently.

About what happened before,

I wasn't there for you,

I didn't know the details.

So, I didn't take your side.

I was wrong.

Is that so?

I always thought

they took good care of you.

I felt reassured.

At that time,

I wanted to bring you back.

But I was afraid that moving around too much

would affect your college entrance exams.

How could I not be angry?

He was just drunk

and went into the wrong room.

She just randomly put this accusation on him!

I thought...

after some time, things would settle.

Once you got into college in Nanwu,

I could take better care of you.

I have to go now.

Uncle Zheng drove me here.

He's still waiting outside.

I can't make him wait too long.

I'll call you later.

Call her later?

Are you trying to run away?

I never expected

you'd end up going to Yihe University,

a place far away.

If I returned to Nanwu, would you have lived with me?

Jiang,

I'll make it up to you.

Okay?

Please...

don't be mad at me anymore.

Is there anything else you need to say?

I have to work now.

I brought you

some of your favorite food.

You're too thin. Take it.

No need. Thanks.

Jiang.

Jiang!

Take it, okay?

I already brought it. Just keep it.

[Clear chat history]

[Are you sure you want to delete the chat with Zhao Yuandong?]

[Are you sure you want to delete the chat with Zhao Yuandong? Delete]

Mr. Gan,

we've worked together for so many years.

You know what kind of person I am.

I can't hear you.

I'm someone

who means what I say.

I don't do things carelessly.

I came to see you today

mainly about Wen Yifan.

Wen Yifan's affair

is spreading like wildfire

throughout the department.

Yifan.

- Everyone knows. - Hello.

- Hey... - Do you think she's a mistress...

come with me to the restroom.

- or was she just kept by someone? - Let me put my stuff down first.

No need. Let's go.

I never thought

Wen Yifan was that kind of person.

She's actually a mistress.

She offended a client.

Now the advertising department is blaming us.

How do you expect me to explain this?

I'm so sick of these rumors.

Excuse me.

And you,

just sent her to my team

to build connections without a word.

You know

that the companies I interview

for the finance column

are all potential clients.

If I accidentally ruin

my relationship with them,

and the advertising department hold me responsible,

how am I supposed to explain that?

About this matter...

I'm sorry.

Regarding what happened at Yihe Daily,

I've already explained it

to Director Gan and Ms. Qian.

I don't understand

how baseless rumors like this

can spread

in a news department that's supposed

to be fact-based.

Why do I have to take responsibility

for false accusations?

False accusations?

If we, as journalists,

don't pursue the truth,

don't verify facts,

then how are we any different from gossip tabloids?

Where is our

journalistic integrity?

Well said.

That was a great point.

Yifan,

you've worked hard

this past year.

As journalists,

we must have the spirit

to never give up

until we uncover the truth.

But some people

might have forgotten the basics

after working in this field too long,

Isn't that right, Shen?

That's just

how I am.

If someone thinks

I got my position through connections,

then I'll do everything in my power

to prove my ability through my work.

I'll use results to shut them up.

Got it?

Thank you, Mr. Gan.

I'll get back to work now.

Let's head out for fieldwork, Mu Chengyun.

Got it!

Yifan,

you've finally broken your bad habit.

Your bad habit

is always putting yourself last.

But what you just said

was so satisfying to hear.

That was awesome.

You shut those bullies up completely.

Want to get drunk?

No.

This alcohol isn't that strong.

What's wrong?

Did you forget the rule?

If you're not back by ten,

you need to let me know.

I forgot.

Sorry.

I feel like lately, you've been...

a bit distant.

I'm just really tired.

I just want to sleep.

Then sleep...

[The Human Protagonist: Yue Xinghe]

So, you sleepwalk...

when you're in a bad mood

and when you're drunk?

What's going on today?

Hey, are you about to walk out the door?

What are you looking at?

Why are you acting like a creep?

Where are you going?

You're in the wrong place.

This isn't your room.

Your room is over there.

Over there.

Go.

Go on.

Where are you going?

Your room is over there.

I moved the sofa again last night.

He didn't come to me.

Does that mean nothing happened?

He can't catch me sleepwalking every time.

I'm getting used

to the breakfast he made.

It's strawberry-flavored, as always.

[Summer]

It was a pleasure being interviewed by you.

Really?

I used to think journalists were all aggressive.

I just hope you felt free to speak openly.

Thank you.

Thanks. You worked hard today.

You too.

Yifan, you did it!

There are many types of journalists.

Not everyone likes my approach.

No,

I think she felt at ease with you.

We're not in the service industry.

Making interviewees comfortable isn't the only goal.

Seeking the truth is what matters most.

Of course,

balancing both would be ideal.

For an intern,

you sure talk big.

Aren't you an intern too?

Isn't the point of an internship

to strive to be your best?

Keep it up.

Good work today.

Yifan,

are you free after work tomorrow?

Tomorrow?

Not sure yet.

Everything packed?

It's fine. I'll handle them.

Looks like it's drizzling.

Yifan,

actually,

I know a senior.

He just had a baby girl.

So I want to buy a gift

for his daughter.

But I don't know much about these things.

So I was wondering

if you could come pick one with me.

A daughter?

Then maybe you should ask Zhen Yu.

She has a two-year-old daughter.

She'd know better than I would.

Zhen Yu?

I'm not that close with her.

No worries. I can ask her for you.

Let's go.

Yifan, wait a second.

I see something

on your neck.

I wanted to clean it off for you.

Sorry.

It was just instinct.

Did I hurt you?

It's fine.

I just didn't expect

such a big reaction from you.

I don't like physical contact.

Sorry.

Yifan.

Zhi?

What brings you here?

I came to see my brother.

I think he's not back yet.

Come in and sit for a while.

Okay.

Have a seat.

Did

the college admission results come out?

Didn't you do well?

I did great.

Which university did you pick?

Yihe University.

Yihe University?

That's pretty far away.

Are you sure?

I'm sure.

I thought about it for a long time.

Compared to Nanwu University,

the program I want

is better at Yihe University.

And I don't really want

to stay in Nanwu forever.

I'd like to explore other cities too.

That sounds nice.

But my brother doesn't seem happy about it.

Why?

Honestly,

I didn't really talk to him about it.

I only discussed it with my parents.

So he always assumed

I was applying to Nanwu University.

He only found out about Yihe University recently

and started blaming me.

Your brother...

Sang Yan.

Unwrap this and plate it.

Okay.

Let me help.

By the way, Yifan,

do you know who my brother's

rumored high school crush was?

I don't really know.

Why ask about this all of a sudden?

Because I feel like,

in my memory,

he looks just as upset now

as he did back when the results came out.

He shut himself in for days,

ignoring everyone.

I think he got dumped.

I feel like my brother

really liked that girl.

Back then,

his grades weren't great.

In his second year of high school,

he suddenly changed,

doing nothing but studying.

My parents were so happy.

They thought he finally grew up.

I bet someone had been encouraging him.

I think it was that girl he liked.

What are you talking about?

Just girl talk. Is that not allowed?

Sang Yan,

I should've told you earlier about choosing Yihe University.

That was my mistake.

But I did well

and picked a school and major I love.

Isn't that a good thing?

I just don't like Yihe University.

I've never heard anything bad about it.

Are you done eating?

If not, hurry up.

Do I have a time limit on meals here?

Then take a cab home later.

I'm tired.

I'm going to sleep.

Yifan,

what happened to you?

Maybe I just sleep weird

and bumped into something.

Can bad sleep habits cause that?

Yifan,

do you need any help?

No. Just go home.

Alright. I'll head out then.

I'll come visit you next time.

Stay safe.

You rushed me through the meal so much.

I couldn't even digest properly.

I need to go shopping.

I'll be late if I don't hurry.

So "tired" was just an excuse?

Don't talk to me.

I'm upset.

Your brother...

doesn't want you to go to Yihe University?

The way he reacted was like

when I initially chose Nanwu University

but secretly changed my choice

without telling anyone later.

I want to change my choice.

[Online Application System]

[Wen Yifan, Option A: Nanwu University]

Whether you show up or not,

I'll stick to our promise.

[Wen Yifan, Option A: Nanwu University]

[Wen Yifan, Option A: Yihe University]

[Your application has been submitted to the education bureau database]

In his second year of high school,

he suddenly changed,

doing nothing but studying.

Then he applied to Nanwu University.

When the results came out,

he was so excited.

He bragged to us

that he got into Nanwu University effortlessly.

Then he left the house, thrilled.

That night, he came back really late.

I bet someone had been encouraging him.

I think it was that girl he liked.

♪ Another drink as night falls ♪

♪ Let the weariness spread comfortably ♪

♪ From my heart to my whole being ♪

♪ From the sights before me to the vast world ♪

♪ Like every yesterday ♪

♪ Fighting off the long night with a celebration ♪

♪ Others don't need to understand ♪

♪ The huge difference in my eyes ♪

[Episode 13]
[We Made a Promise: I Want to Be with You]

♪ But a world like this exists only tonight ♪

♪ For a fleeting moment, I make peace with myself ♪

♪ But this version of me exists only tonight... ♪

[The story is not over yet...]

Are there night lights?

Something with softer lighting.

Check the second shelf in the cabinet.

Okay, thanks.

You're welcome.

♪ Only tonight ♪

♪ I almost believe I can hold onto tomorrow ♪

♪ Only tonight ♪

♪ Even the strongest heart ♪

♪ Can waver ♪

♪ And doubt its fire ♪

♪ But you never lost faith in me ♪

♪ In every battle, every dream I chased ♪

♪ There is meaning in every step I made ♪

♪ Through the storm, through the endless night ♪

♪ You were there, shining like a light ♪

♪ Warm and bright ♪

♪ Standing right by my side ♪

♪ It was you, striding toward me through the storm ♪

♪ It was you, always cheering me on ♪

♪ The road is rough ♪

♪ The rain won't stop ♪

♪ But with you here ♪

♪ I fear no dark ♪

♪ Every thought, every memory is filled with you ♪

♪ Marking our youth with every step we took ♪

♪ When the downpour falls from the sky ♪

♪ You're the one holding out an umbrella for me ♪

♪ When the white dove brings the news ♪

♪ You're the first I want to tell ♪

♪ I won't give up. I'll stay right here with you ♪

♪ It was you, striding toward me through the storm ♪

♪ It was you, always cheering me on ♪

♪ The road is rough ♪

♪ The rain won't stop ♪

♪ But with you here ♪

♪ I will never give up ♪

♪ You are my courage, my hope for the sky beyond ♪

♪ You are my light, shining through every night ♪

♪ Even if I have to walk alone someday ♪

♪ I'll never truly be on my own ♪

♪ 'Cause knowing you're here ♪

♪ I can brave the dark ahead ♪