Be Yourself (2026)

[bunniefuu]

I just got dumped.

That was my first love.

Like most people,

my life fell into utter chaos

after the breakup.

I can't determine whether

this is a path to maturity

or a heartbreaking disaster.

My name is Wu Xiao Bei.

I'm 23 years old.

My sun sign is Taurus,

and my moon sign is Pisces.

I love collecting all kinds of clouds

since I was a child.

[Wu Xiao Bei]

I probably got

the romantic gene from my mom.

She is a total sucker for love.

She's never been apart

from my dad for over three days.

They flaunt their love so openly,

which led me to believe

true love is always within reach.

Although missed connections are common,

I never thought I would be dumped

without a heads-up someday.

[Spring Festival, 2025]

[Xiao Bei's Family House]

Hello?

Why haven't you gone to bed yet?

Don't you have to

catch a train tomorrow morning?

My parents said they'd pick you up.

I returned my ticket.

Why?

Aren't you coming tomorrow?

I think

it's better if we break up.

Why should we break up?

No reason.

I just don't want to be with you anymore.

I was so confused

after I hung up.

I don't understand how one can

lose a relationship

just through one short phone call.

When did it start?

When did things start to change?

[Be Yourself]

Li Tian Hao was an upperclassman.

He graduated four years before me.

I met him

during my junior year

when he returned for an event.

It was love at first sight for us.

Li Tian Hao fulfilled all my expectations

and fantasies of a perfect boyfriend.

He would take care of

every aspect of my life

practically, thoughtfully.

Romantically,

and full of surprises.

I studied Tourism Management in college.

Although I didn't find

my dream job after graduation,

I never stopped trying for a better future.

Li Tian Hao has been

having a hard time at work lately.

He's been drowning in workplace overdrive,

replying only when he remembered,

and ignoring me when he didn't.

Did anything bad happen to him?

I didn't tell my parents.

Li Tian Hao broke up

with me through the phone.

Instead, I went back

to the apartment in Beijing

that I share with Mia.

Why did you come back here?

Aren't you going home with Li Tian Hao?

Don't overthink it just yet.

Maybe he's just stressed out at the moment.

You two will be fine

once you see each other.

It didn't sound like a joke.

I just went to see him at his place

and he already changed

the passcode to the door.

I feel like he's serious about the breakup.

Do you think he's been

planning to do that for a while...

Try the takeout I ordered for you.

And I didn't notice it?

I didn't touch these three.

I'm not hungry.

Li Tian Hao, does this look nice?

We can buy a purple or

a pink one for our home.

What do you think?

A yellow one would work, too.

Aside from these trivial matters,

is it possible that he fell in love

with someone else?

There's an attractive investor.

Their WeChat conversations

have been flirtatious.

Li Tian Hao.

Who's Xin Xin?

Why did she send you a selfie?

He looked at the synced

message on his phone

and explained nonchalantly,

"She's just a female investor

who wants to invest

in our venture project."

"I admit she's flirting with me

and it's impossible not to feel something."

"But put yourself in my shoes..."

A handsome man is pursuing you,

won't you feel something for him?

Of course not.

How can you have feelings

for someone so easily?

But I didn't talk back at the time.

After that, Li Tian Hao

behaved very well for a while.

But soon, another girl appeared.

Are you still single now?

I'm waiting for you.

She's from his hometown,

his college schoolmate

and unrequited love.

- How is it?

- It's delicious.

It's chocolate cake.

Try it.

Thank you, Mrs. Wu.

I don't have a sweet tooth.

After that, I asked

if he still had feelings

for that schoolmate.

He blatantly denied it

and said she's getting married soon.

He even said I was immature,

jealous, and sensitive.

Xiao Bei.

Don't overthink it.

You can't find the reason

even if you rack your brain.

Go to bed, okay?

- Hello?

- Why did you call me so many times?

Why did you change

the passcode to the door?

I just wanted to see you.

I want a definite answer.

I don't want to break up without a reason.

I'm sick.

What's your condition?

Bipolar disorder.

Bipolar disorder?

I was diagnosed a month ago.

I didn't want to tell you.

I'm really annoyed now.

I just want to be alone.

Can't you give me some space?

Can't you? Can't you!

[Bipolar Disorder]

[Bipolar Disorder]

[Depression?]

[Nest to break up]

[Maybe that guy's still waiting for you]

[Staying away from him is best for both]

Doctor, is bipolar disorder treatable?

What symptoms do you have? Finish the test.

It won't k*ll you, right?

- Did you take your medicine?

- No, I was just wondering...

Would people with that condition

want to break up?

Who do you want to break up with?

It's not me.

My boyfriend has that condition

and he wants to break up with me.

Come pick up your things after work today.

This is the new passcode.

[103/165 waiting]

Li Tian Hao?

You're home, huh?

I thought you were out.

Why didn't you reply to my messages?

I went to the hospital

to find out about your condition.

I didn't know it was that serious.

My condition is my own business.

You don't have to worry about it.

I don't want to break up with you.

What do you want then?

I want to be with you.

Don't be naive, okay?

I told you I want to break up

and that's it.

I didn't know about your condition.

Did you keep it from me

because you didn't want me to worry?

But I don't want you

to bear it all on your own.

Let's face it together, okay?

What if I don't want to face it with you?

What if I want you to

disappear from my life?

What do you mean?

I don't know when I started

to get angry every time I see you!

I want to lose my temper

when I see you every day!

You get hair all over the floor

every time you take a shower!

When haven't I cleaned up my hair?

- I have to clean up after you every time!

- That's because I always have to cook!

- Have you ever cooked?

- How many bowls did you break?

- How many bowls did I break?

- How many times have I told you?

Haven't you broken any of them?

It's always me when we eat here...

Have you ever wiped the table once?

I'm the one who does it all the time!

I'm the one who cleans everything!

You cook for yourself then!

Li Tian Hao, you're way out of line.

You told my mom you

don't have a sweet tooth.

- The cake my mom gave you...

- I don't like sweet food!

The takeout foods you ordered

were always sweet.

But you seemed to enjoy the cake left

by your manipulative unrequited love a lot.

You ate it all!

That was because I was hungry.

I'll eat whatever I want. What's it to you?

Li Tian Hao, you don't have to

find so many excuses.

I'm young and childish.

But I'm not insensible.

You don't have to take me as a fool.

I just want to ask,

did you fall in love with someone else?

No!

It has nothing to do with anyone else.

Please stop acting out, okay?

Is it that female investor

or that unrequited crush?

- I saw you two together.

- Are you mad?

Have you ever considered my feelings?

Why are you bringing

someone else into this?

Have you ever considered my feelings?

When I'm exhausted from working overtime,

I just want to come home

and lie on this couch like this!

Just lie here!

But you had to make me go biking with you!

Have you ever considered my feelings?

I did consider your feelings.

I just wanted you to get more exercise.

I didn't want you to lie on the couch

and play video games all day long!

Did I say anything

when you said you didn't want to go?

I used to tolerate you because...

I thought you would evolve, update,

and optimize yourself.

But it's been three years

and you haven't changed at all.

Not a single bit.

Can I even learn anything from you?

What emotional value

can you provide for me?

I got this condition

all because of you.

You got this condition because of me?

That's right.

That's the conclusion you came up with?

Yes.

I'm really tired.

I have no energy to fight with you.

Just pack your things.

The, get out of my house.

I already have one.

Didn't you just order two portions?

She can have it.

Okay, sure.

You didn't order yet, right?

You can have this one.

Are you insane?

Here, add me on WeChat

and transfer the money to me.

I'm just kidding.

It's my treat.

I'm not hungry.

Why are you sitting

here if you're not hungry?

Can you tell if an egg

is boiled or raw without peeling it?

Wait, what's the point of that?

Why don't you just peel it?

Can a boiled egg ever be raw again?

No.

A boiled egg can't be raw again.

A broken relationship can never be

restored to the way it was.

Did you run away from home?

You were dumped?

That's not a big deal.

A bit of alcohol would solve that problem.

That's my bar over there.

You can call me "Cui".

Come to me at any time.

You should be happy, okay?

Happy?

How can I be happy?

Wu Xiao Bei?

Wu Xiao Bei?

Snap out of your daze

and answer the customer.

Please take your time.

I'll pour you a cup of coffee.

Oh, okay. Thank you.

This one.

This is a basic model.

The factory price is a

bit over 10,000 yuan.

Our store's version is modified.

We already changed the parts.

How much is it after the modification?

You can change the parts

based on your preference.

I'm asking the price

after the modification.

The price after the modification?

Xiao Bei, you seem

really out of sorts lately.

I must cut your work hours.

Let's show each other some understanding.

I'm sorry, sir.

I'll get myself back on track.

No, don't make empty promises.

Just think about

whether you're capable of that.

Time has proven me wrong.

Can't you just take a bite?

I did everything someone would do

when they get dumped.

I scrolled through

my ex-boyfriend's Moments 39 times,

made 5 posts about my heartbreak,

posted 51 tweets on Weibo,

and 30 notes on Rednote.

I updated out of spite.

I went shopping 5 times.

Bought a total of 11 pieces

of jewelry, makeup,

tank tops, and short skirts.

I want to dye my hair.

I also dyed my hair 3 times...

Don't tell me you're still

not happy with the color.

Don't give me a discount.

I just want to spend my money.

And crashed emotionally 18 times.

The sadness stayed bottled up

but my credit card bill went up by 6,818.

Experts say it takes

18 months to get over

a 5-year relationship.

You were with Li Tian Hao for three years.

If you round it up, you only need

11 months to get over it.

11 months?

If only we could fast forward in life.

Why did he break up with me?

What was he thinking?

Did he fall for someone else?

What does it say?

Hey, don't... Just tell me.

I can handle it.

Romance.

Lots and lots of romance.

Who are you talking about?

You. There's no romance around him.

- Really?

- Yes.

Well, it's always better

to have men around.

Will this romantic vibe help me move on?

Scan the code and

embrace your good fortune.

Thanks.

Actually, I really wish Li Tian Hao

had fallen for someone else.

Why?

Because if there's

definitely another woman,

I can confront him head-on

and call him a two-timer.

But the night we had the fight,

he was completely upfront and told me

he talked to them, but

didn't sleep with them.

Xiao Bei, being honest

doesn't make him guiltless.

Didn't he exchange

ambiguous messages with them?

Didn't he flirt with other girls?

Doesn't emotional

infidelity count as cheating?

Can you stop making excuses for him?

A woman who pities men

always ends up getting hurt.

Really?

I really think you were being

emotionally manipulated by Li Tian Hao.

You're the type of made-to-fit girlfriend.

Over the years, everything you know,

your opinions, lifestyle, and interests

were all molded by him.

You are treating his opinions

like royal decrees, you know?

He was already working

while you were still in college

when you two first got together.

I know you worked very hard

to be good enough for him.

That's why you did your best to please him.

But, Xiao Bei.

As the one in power,

he dumped you coldly without a heads-up

like you're somewhat beneath him.

He even kept the mind

games going at the end.

My sword still hungers for a cause undone.

Home lies beyond

countless mountains and river runs.

Dad, why are you here?

I wanted to surprise you.

How about it?

Are you happy?

Are you surprised?

It's more like a scare.

My comrade-in-arms

has a nephew who came home from abroad.

Do you want to meet him this weekend?

I'm not single. Why should I go meet a guy?

This boy graduated from

an Ivy League college in the U.S.

He's now an investor himself.

Dad.

Li Tian Hao and I are doing fine.

I already pushed your

WeChat account to him.

Just think of it as making a new friend.

You have a call.

Director Wang?

Yes.

I just arrived in Beijing.

Oh, I'm with my daughter now.

How is it?

Is your nephew free tomorrow?

I think we should just

let the kids meet up.

Let's not tag along.

Just let them talk amongst themselves.

Oh, yes.

I brought them.

I brought all the local

specialties you wanted.

Only a bond shaped by time

and truth is the one that holds.

That's the kind you can count on.

Close your eyes.

How long are you going to keep looking?

Darling, you got those dark circles

from staying up too late.

When do you normally go to bed?

- One or two in the morning?

- That's right. So what?

Just look at those gigantic pores

across your T-zone.

That means you don't normally care

about oil-control and skincare.

Also, your skin is so dry.

I suggest you do a hydro boost treatment.

I'm still young and I

have to do that already?

Listen, my skincare salon

is right around the corner.

You should apply the numbing cream now

and do a hydro boost treatment.

After that, your skin will be hydrated,

rosy, delicate, and glowing

as brightly as a goddess.

When you walk on the

street, you'll be striding

like you invented concrete

and own every sidewalk.

Pfft, is it that amazing?

Instant results?

Darling, you should trust me.

My uncle and your daddy

are comrades-in-arms.

We are like family.

Would I lie to you?

Don't be anxious.

I'll make an appointment for you now.

Amanda, do we have any free doctors now?

I have a customer here

with the last name Wu.

Set up an appointment

for a hydro boost treatment.

Right now.

Maybe I should pass.

I don't feel right to let you pay.

Just leave it to me, okay?

Mom, look at my face.

I have an allergic reaction all over.

Don't blame your dad, okay?

He was just trying to look out for you.

Trying to look out for me?

Is he doing that by making me

go on a blind date?

I was scammed out of so much money

and left with skin problems.

About you getting dumped...

Who got dumped?

I didn't.

I didn't want to tell you.

But your dad sent Li Tian Hao a message

to ask about your relationship.

- What did you say?

- He didn't reply.

I didn't tell you because

we didn't want you to get upset

and blame us for meddling.

But we already deleted his contact.

Why did you send him a message?

A breakup is a breakup!

Besides, why can't you tell me

before doing that?

Why bother talking to him? Is he worthy?

Exactly, he's not worthy, all right?

Listen, I never liked that Li Tian Hao.

It's good that you two broke up.

Well, your father needs to

take the high-speed train soon.

Remind him of it.

Don't let him miss the train.

Got it.

Bye.

Don't cry.

Show me your teeth.

Hah, gap-toothed girl.

Xiao Bei, stay strong.

From now on, even if you want to cry,

do it where no one can see you.

Okay.

Let's just part here.

Some people just aren't meant to

stick around forever.

Smile.

Xiao Bei.

I wonder if I should tell you something.

Li Tian Hao doesn't have bipolar disorder.

- He lied to you.

- What?

One of our friends has that condition.

He heard about it

and used that excuse to break up with you.

He's not actually sick.

Why did you say

he was sick when I texted you

and asked about it?

Well, he asked me

to help him lie to you.

I'm sorry, Xiao Bei.

Here's a cup of coffee on the house.

Why are you giving me coffee?

Don't be upset anymore.

Everything will be fine.

How many bowls did you break?

Li Tian Hao lied to me,

but I didn't notice anything.

Turns out, I'm the biggest fool

in this relationship.

Welcome to. Xiao Bei and Mia's

newly single bash!

Be happy and single!

- Let's drink!

- I want to be prettier.

I want to be filthy rich.

I want to have a great career.

All of the above!

I don't need men!

Go to hell, Li Tian Hao!

I forced myself to laugh all night.

I thought drinking myself silly

would make me happy.

Li Tian Hao, you scumbag!

Why did you lie to me about being sick?

Why won't you answer my calls?

Did you get a kick out of fooling me?

Do you take me as a fool?

Girl, you drank too much.

- Go away!

- Let's go get something to eat.

Let's go for a midnight snack. Come on.

Come on, let's go.

Get off her!

Get off her.

Go away!

Let go!

Come on. Let's get a midnight snack.

Get off her!

Get lost!

Get lost!

You...

Get lost! Get lost!

I'm holding back just

because you're a woman.

Let's go.

Get lost!

Scram!

I want to get rid of everything

left by my ex-boyfriend,

including but not limited

to digital footprints,

photos, and gifts.

Delete!

Throw them away!

I want him to disappear completely

from my world.

Hey.

Wow, you really came?

You look different.

I'm single now.

I can dress however I want

and have fun however I want.

I'm free.

Of course. Have a nice night.

Sit here.

My ex-boyfriend.

What a bummer.

Will you say "hi"?

- No need for that.

- He dumped you?

Maybe an ordinary girl like me

isn't good enough for him.

If you're ordinary,

there isn't a beautiful girl in here.

Thanks.

You're a nice guy.

You flatter me.

I'm not a nice guy.

That girl's name is Kiki.

She's a model.

His new girlfriend, I bet.

I don't think so.

She still claimed to be single last week.

I'll go say "hi".

Hey, you're here!

Mr. Cui, why are you here?

I ordered the liquor

you mentioned last time.

- Come on.

- I'll try it.

- Your boyfriend?

- Yep.

Li Tian Hao, my friend.

Oh, your friend.

Mr. Cui, the owner of this joint.

Hello.

Is this your first time here?

- Welcome.

- How enthusiastic of you.

Do you want to open the bottle?

Don't worry, I'll give you a 20% discount.

Come on, rinse your mouth.

Take a little sip.

Yes.

Let it sit on the tip

of your tongue for a while.

Does it feel like crisp spring water

with a hint of tea,

quite like the first gust of cool breeze

that comes through your

window in the morning?

After that...

Let it slowly slide to

the midsection of your tongue.

Make sure to do it slowly.

Feel the spring water

cleansing your mouth.

You can smell a bit of mint, right?

Send it to the root of your tongue

and let it stay there.

The world is holding its breath.

At the moment,

the spring water has filled you up.

It suddenly becomes a rich, velvety nectar.

You can swallow it now.

Feel it again.

Do you sense the snowy Alpine summits

with the warm aroma

of golden honey in the finish?

That's an angel

kissing your forehead.

Gosh, Mr. Cui.

I should always drink under your guidance.

It's really a different experience.

Tian Hao, you try it.

It's amazing.

Check, please.

Angel?

You're an interesting one.

You seem eager to keep

playing with the angel.

Go on, stay here.

Did you give him a 20% off?

- Yes.

- Okay.

That man isn't worth it.

What's there to regret?

Thanks, Cui.

That was satisfying.

Are you this sweet to all girls?

Yes.

I'm the nicest guy around to everyone.

Do you believe it?

Don't be too good to me.

I won't get with you.

Cui.

Don't you get tired of living a life

of befuddlement and oblivion?

I don't think it's

befuddlement and oblivion.

I'm really enjoying my life.

Do you have a thing for me?

If I say no,

I would be lying.

I don't like to lie.

But a successful man like you...

I'm not successful.

I just think

the point of life is to be happy.

But you know, happiness is a rare luxury

for someone who just got dumped.

I mean...

When you're already

shattered into pieces

even if someone picks all the pieces up

and puts you back together,

you'll still be covered in wounds.

Do you understand?

Yep, I get that.

I've been young once, too.

I won't fall in love with you.

As long as you're happy.

Hey, look, I'm glowing.

What do you mean? I didn't see it.

Who am I?

What am I doing?

I suddenly sobered up.

I had to run out of here.

I almost got myself

into deep trouble

by pretending to be the cool girl.

Good thing I was able

to resist the temptation

and didn't become someone's prey.

I'll take them all.

[Where did you go?]

I don't want to be that person.

You cannot find clarity in alcohol,

just like you cannot

be rising during a fall.

But people might get addicted to coffee

once they sober up.

You play this game, too?

Yes, you too?

Of course.

We can play together sometime.

Sure.

I remember you.

I sat over there last time

and you served me a free latte.

Yes.

It's been a while.

Are you feeling better now?

Much better.

Thank you for the latte.

Don't mention it.

What's your name?

I'm Li Hao.

Li Hao?

Your name is one character short

of my ex-boyfriend's.

- What's your name?

- Just call me "Xiao Bei".

How old are you?

I'm 23 years old. What about you?

I'm 19.

Well, it's Xiao Bei then.

Sure. Hey, wait.

No wasting.

Are you really good at this game?

I wouldn't say that.

All I can say is...

I'm in the second place

in Chaoyang District, Beijing.

That's awesome.

Let's give it a try.

Sign in to your account.

- I'll invite you.

- Okay.

Just like that,

Li and I became a strange pair of friends.

Sometimes, I pretend to be a waitress.

Sometimes, he'll pretend to be a customer.

Sometimes, we play games together.

Sometimes, we would observe

the customers in the shop.

Sometimes, we would imagine

the bicycle shop as a huge theme park

or the vast wilderness.

Li Hao, why didn't you text me back?

What were you doing?

I was gaming,

and didn't see it.

What's up? What is it about?

I just want to know

if you'd like to have hotpot

with me this weekend.

Didn't you agree to it last time?

Don't back out on me.

This weekend?

I can't go. I'm a bit busy.

Busy? Busy with what?

We're going to play games this weekend.

I'm sorry.

Who are you?

How come I've never seen you before?

I'm Li's friend.

Call me "Xiao Bei".

You know me now.

Her name is Qiong Qiong.

She comes to the shop

for coffee all the time

and confessed her

feelings to me within a week.

But I rejected her.

She's kind of cute.

Why don't you consider it?

I don't feel anything for her.

No matter how long I consider it,

I still won't feel anything for her.

Can you do more

heart-shaped coffee art for us later?

No problem.

Do you have any feelings for Li at all?

I think he's a bit into you.

I do have a nice time with him,

playing games, making coffee,

and things like that.

Aren't you just treating

him as a gaming buddy?

Am I right?

That's too over the top.

Who do you think he's waiting for?

Is he waiting for you?

He's the heartthrob I met

just a couple of days ago.

He's a musician, a very talented one.

I won't miss out on him.

He really has it all then.

He's going to take me for a ride.

I'm leaving now.

[(Wait) for me until I get off work]

When I saw Li's miswritten character,

I was suddenly turned off.

Xiao Bei.

My birthday will be Thursday of next week.

I asked the manager for a day off.

I want to go ride the helicopter.

Do you want to go with me?

Why do you want to ride the helicopter?

I was raised by my grandma.

My parents were gone

when I was very little.

She lived all her life on a mountain

and barely had a chance to leave.

So, I want to bring her to Beijing

and ride the helicopter.

I was supposed to feel

deeply empathetic to Li then.

But my mind was closed to his words.

My eyes wandered over everything around us

except for Li.

I was afraid he'd confess his feelings

right then and there.

I must call a "cut" to this scene.

I'm home.

I'll just take that.

Can I visit your place?

My... roommate is home.

I don't think that's a good idea.

You can come visit my place.

It's very close.

Maybe another time.

I'm leaving now.

Xiao Bei, it's a date then.

We'll go ride the helicopter next Thursday.

[I'm waiting at your door, Xiao Bei]

[I'm sorry, I'm busy today and can't take

the helicopter with you. Happy birthday!]

[I'm waiting at your door, Xiao Bei]

Li.

Xiao Bei.

Why didn't you come to

the helicopter ride on Thursday?

I'm sorry, Li.

Did I do something wrong?

You can tell me. You

don't have to avoid me.

I didn't want you to be upset.

At first, I had a really good time

hanging out with you.

But I didn't think about

taking it any further.

But...

I really like you.

I'm really sorry for making you so upset.

I'm sorry, Li.

Wu Xiao Bei!

I naively believed Li and I

would watch our boundaries.

We would just be gaming buddies,

just like decaf coffee,

just fun,

no responsibilities.

But I was just deluding myself.

Relationships like that

are impossible to control.

Whoever falls first tends to get hurt.

And I don't even have

the right to comfort him.

What's up?

Liu Lin Dun's girlfriend

returned from abroad.

- He has a girlfriend?

- Yes, he has a girlfriend.

I just found out about that, too!

He lied to you about being single before?

He took you to dinner and drinks

while he has a girlfriend?

- What's wrong with him?

- It's really complicated.

I can't explain to you right now.

He sent me another message.

He's inviting me to his show.

His girlfriend will be there, too.

Why don't you come with me?

Why should I go?

Hey, wait, why are you going?

We are at w*r now.

Come pick out an outfit for me.

Do I look good in this?

Does this look okay?

The leather jacket suits me better.

This won't do. Not good.

How's my makeup?

It's nice, just a bit too heavy.

Heavy makeup works.

Hello.

Hi.

This must be Xiao Bei, right?

Hello.

Mia always talks about you.

Let's go.

Mia never mentioned you.

But I'm happy to come

and watch your show today.

She's kidding.

Don't take it to heart.

Well, let me introduce you.

That's my girlfriend, Lili.

I'm the DJ today.

Have a fun night.

Food and drinks are over there.

Help yourselves. You

can just hang out for now.

I'm going back to work.

Have fun.

You're prettier. Let's go.

Mia, right?

Liu always talks about you.

What did he say about me?

He said he met a really interesting girl

who came to hang out with him all the time.

He also said he'd have to

introduce us when I come home.

He's sure I'd like you.

I'm not that likable.

Mia is certainly dazzling and lovable.

Mia, what do you do?

- I'm a freelancer.

- So, you don't have a job.

How can you say that?

Mia does self-media.

She has over 100,000 fans

and she's getting paid ads now.

Wow, that's awesome.

Well, Mia, what's your horoscope?

Ma'am, I'm a Sagittarius.

- What about you?

- "Ma'am"?

Just call me Lili.

You're a Sagittarius

and I'm a Cancer.

Our signs are in opposition.

That's unfortunate.

But Liu is a Scorpio.

Scorpios and Cancers

are perfect for each other.

Darling, you're perfectly right.

We are made for each other.

Thank you.

That man is such a pig.

That pig.

What were you thinking

inviting Mia here to your show?

Why can't I invite a friend to my show?

Cut the act. You have a girlfriend

and you're hitting on other girls.

I've seen plenty of men like you.

You must've misunderstood.

Mia and I are just friends.

Friends?

Would friends share a

bike to Mount Xiangshan?

Would friends chat until

three in the morning every day?

Why do you have so much nonsense to say?

Plus, you know she really likes you

and you didn't tell her

about your girlfriend.

Have you no shame?

I think I told her I had a girlfriend.

Didn't she know about it?

It's a waste of my life

to say another word to you.

I'll just waste another sentence.

I don't care what happens

with you and your girlfriend,

stay away from Mia.

I'm so pissed.

I finally found someone I'm attracted to

and he has a girlfriend.

Why is life so cruel to me?

I don't think we should

waste ourselves away anymore.

Don't you think we've been

going down the wrong path

ever since we got dumped?

Think about what we've done.

Drinking.

Get lost!

Flipping out.

Letting ourselves go wild...

Why did you send him a message?

And worrying our parents.

I almost had a one-night stand with Cui.

I hurt Li so badly.

You flirted with that scumbag

and refused to let go.

We were just acting out

in the name of heartbreak.

Don't you think so?

Yes, you're right.

I've been demonstrating

my pain to others every day,

hoping to get some

empathy from someone else.

We've been acting out for so long,

but only ended up hurting ourselves.

So, we thought just because we were dumped,

everyone would forgive

us, empathize with us,

and tolerate us.

That gave us the right to act out,

flip out, and go wild.

In reality, we are intensifying

and glamorizing our wounds,

gradually sinking deeper

into the exhibition of pain,

and even becoming addicted to it.

Ultimately, we are staging

a grand performance of the heartbreak.

We can't be obsessed

with this performance anymore.

We've decided to leave Beijing for now.

Mia is going to Hangzhou

to focus on her self-media.

I'm also planning to

go home and rest for a while.

Xiao Bei, I'll miss you.

Don't be sappy.

We're not parting forever.

I hope we can all become a better version

of ourselves next time we see each other.

Gosh, why does he seem so familiar?

Feels like I've seen him somewhere.

Dad.

Darling.

You're barely wearing anything.

- Aren't you cold?

- No.

Why aren't you wearing pants?

I came home,

took off my armor,

and adjusted my mindset.

The clouds are no longer drifting.

The heart found its home.

Dad, how did you trick Mom

into serving you voluntarily?

Your mom and I married for love.

That's right.

We were childhood sweethearts.

Geez, you scared me!

It's him.

Are you fishing?

I'm cloud fishing.

Cloud fishing?

Logically speaking,

you can't fish for clouds.

But in my mind,

I can reel them in.

But there aren't any clouds here.

How will you fish them?

What counts as

successfully reeling them in?

Do you want to have a drink together?

You hid alcohol here?

Just think of it as magic.

What other magic tricks can you do?

Hey.

Does that girl seem

like part of a painting?

I met her this morning.

She asked me for directions,

probably not a local.

Where did you go?

Sorry, just slipped into

a state of numbness.

What is a state of numbness?

Have you heard about patients with ADHD?

My ex-boyfriend claimed

to have bipolar disorder.

Why can't men come up

with something more creative?

I didn't make it up.

Xiao Bei, what's going on?

Don't make the same mistake I made.

It's nothing.

I just met someone I like.

[Meeting someone I like after a breakup

is God's sweet gift.]

[Convenience Store]

Can you stop playing that?

It's so early in the morning. So noisy.

The young man next door

moved here last year.

He's a tenant.

I think he came here

to learn how to make celadon porcelain.

He's a strange character.

He doesn't talk

or greet anyone.

Stay away from him.

That guy seems a bit unstable.

You two don't have to worry.

I'm pretty cautious about men nowadays.

No photos.

Where did you find her?

Under the bridge pier over there.

What happened here?

A girl died.

What were you doing

when you discovered her?

I was just strolling over there.

I come here a lot.

I just saw some clothes

floating over there.

I walked over and saw a person.

Does that girl seem

like part of a painting?

[Missing Person's Notice, Name: Li Meng Qi]

[She was in a white dress...]

The girl on the bridge went missing.

Do you know what happened?

No. Why would I know?

Didn't you say you saw her?

Wang Zhe Yuan.

Wang Zhe Yuan?

Wang Zhe Yuan?

I'm coming in.

[Stay Away From Inverted Dreams]

I met her this morning.

She asked me for directions,

probably not a local.

Why are you here?

Why are you in my apartment?

Someone's knocking.

Get up.

Are you Wang Zhe Yuan?

You're wanted at the police station.

Now?

Yes.

They just want to ask you

some questions about

the dead girl in the river.

Do they think you had something to do

with the death of that girl?

So, you went to my place

because you thought I was a m*rder*r?

No, I just wanted to talk to you about it.

I noticed your door wasn't locked

and I wanted to check it out.

Yes, I'm the m*rder*r. I k*lled her.

So, you'd better be careful.

You might be my next victim.

How vicious of you.

Stop following me.

I'm not in a good mood.

Why are you in a bad mood?

That girl kept crying

when she asked me for directions.

I saw that.

But I didn't comfort her.

I didn't even ask her what was wrong.

I really regret it now, okay?

You don't have to feel so guilty.

That girl should've let

go of her obsession...

Stay away from inverted dreams.

You like that phrase, too?

Isn't it hanging on your wall?

You don't believe in love?

Do you know about nacreous clouds?

During sunset, nacreous clouds

would diffract the sunlight.

They would display vivid spectral hues.

But their ice crystals

are a catalyst that fuels destruction,

like candy-coated poison. They're gorgeous.

Despite its beautiful appearance,

it might actually be a trap.

Right?

You know about nacreous clouds, too?

Yes. Can't I know about them?

So, you came here

to learn how to make celadon porcelain?

Why else? You thought I

came to m*rder someone?

No, I thought you were here to fish clouds.

I'll fish clouds when I want to fish clouds

and make celadon when

I want to make celadon.

That's not against the law, right?

You made this?

If you carve a cloud on a cup,

it will die.

But when the cup is steaming,

the cloud will come back to life.

Can I try it?

If you touch it,

you'll ruin it.

You want to join the

Cloudchaser Project, too?

I'll fill it up for you.

What should I put under occupation?

Unemployed.

Celadon artist.

- Done.

- What's done?

I made a shopping list for your trip.

Don't you have ADHD?

It must be hard for you

to make travel plans.

None of these will work.

Aren't they all pretty nice?

- Just try them.

- It's too small.

I bought this two years ago.

What about this? This

is pretty loose-fitting.

- It's not too tight, right?

- The button fell off.

- I haven't sewn it on.

- This is nice. It doesn't have buttons.

Nope. This isn't even quick-dry fabric.

It'll be useless if it rains.

How about we go shopping together?

Let's go.

If I'm going on a long trip,

I'll need a suitable outfit,

a pair of suitable shoes,

and a suitable hat.

Since we're here, maybe I should

buy a quick-dry shirt first.

- Here's a quick-dry shirt.

- If it doesn't rain, I won't need it.

Can you just make a decision?

How about a basketball?

We still need to buy some cold medicine

because you can't buy

that in the mountains.

We might die just from a cold.

Chinese herbal medicine,

western medicine, iodine, Band-A*DS,

and cold medicine, we have them all.

There's nothing else to worry about, right?

I'm just thinking, what if

we get lost in the mountains?

We won't get lost. What era is this?

There's GPS everywhere.

We might not have a

signal in the mountains.

Plus, an accident

could happen on the way there.

Nothing will happen. Just take it easy.

The doctor said you're just insecure.

Have some vitamins.

Oh, sorry.

They have pink vitamins?

Why are you worried

about something that hasn't happened yet?

Countless things could happen tomorrow.

By your logic, why aren't you worried

about dropping dead at home tomorrow?

You make a lot of sense.

Home isn't absolutely safe either.

Do you know how many people

drop dead in their homes every year?

I'm serious.

I really want to know

what goes on in the

head of this ADHD patient.

Local police have ruled out

foul play in the Lake Cheery Blossom

female corpse case,

confirming that Li died by suicide.

Family of the deceased

has arrived at the scene.

I'm her cousin.

She just went through a breakup lately

and couldn't get over it.

We tried to talk her out of it,

but we didn't expect that she would

come here to k*ll herself.

Her parents are having a hard time

accepting this result.

It's a disaster for the family.

Wang Zhe Yuan?

Ms. Wang.

Ms. Wang, have you seen Wang Zhe Yuan?

The guy who lives next door to me.

Wang Zhe Yuan?

I saw him.

Where did he go?

He left early this morning

with a huge backpack.

He said he was going cloud chasing alone

instead of participating

in the Cloudchaser Project.

I said he already signed up for it.

How could he go alone in advance?

That guy is such an odd person.

Hello, Mia.

I want to talk to you about Wang Zhe Yuan.

I'm sure there's something wrong with him.

We agreed to go cloud chasing together.

But he just left on his own.

I sent him a lot of messages

and he didn't return any of them.

Most men aren't worth your time,

especially the single ones.

They are even worse than the taken ones.

Avoid them at all costs.

Do you think I'm an idiot?

It's your fault for falling for him.

You brought this upon yourself.

I don't understand

why Wang Zhe Yuan just vanished.

He's like a piece of cloud

that passed through my world

and left without even a drop of rain.

I stayed behind

and pretended nothing had happened.

Dad, can you stop

smacking your lips when you eat?

Huh?

What exactly do you see in Dad?

Your dad is very handsome.

Otherwise, would you look so beautiful?

What good would looks do?

Hey, you...

Why are you smoking now?

Didn't you smoke, too?

I quit years ago!

Why are you yelling?

Give it to me.

When did this start?

What's it to you?

Just let her smoke if she wants.

Isn't it cold to sit here?

Is that necessary?

What's wrong?

Why are you smoking, too?

It's all my fault.

When she was young...

I only thought of teaching her poetry

and telling her to stay strong.

But I didn't tell her

the hard truth about this world.

She's too pure and innocent.

She gets hurt easily.

When it comes down to it,

it's all my fault.

Wu, don't be like that.

You're a good dad.

Xiao Bei knows that.

Hey, it makes me feel bad

seeing you like this.

- What's this for?

- It's my fault.

My bad.

Stay strong.

Okay, Dad.

I know you love me.

But what if I can't learn to be strong?

What if I'm just a loser?

I never wanted to admit

that getting dumped ruined my self-esteem.

I'm afraid of not being loved

or chosen.

I'm afraid of exposing my fragility.

So, I kept trying to earn love

to prove my worth.

But what I really should regret

isn't losing someone else.

It's losing myself

by falling into emotional chaos

over and over again after the breakup.

Only when I stop needing to be loved

would I become the embodiment of love

and be truly free.

So soon?

What good news!

Congratulations!

This weekend?

Sure, sure.

Our whole family will be there.

Xiao Bei.

Lu Lu is getting married this weekend.

We all have to be there.

I'm not going.

No, you have to.

Lu Lu's mom was so nice to you

when you were little.

She bought you a lot of treats and toys,

and she took you on trips.

You shouldn't be so ungrateful.

Don't make her go if she doesn't want to.

No, we have to go as a family.

- Hello, sir.

- Congratulations.

- Hello, ma'am.

- Hello there.

Next, let's welcome

the bride and her father

with a huge round of applause.

The groom will also offer

the bouquet of love to his bride

with a classic move.

Let's all say it together.

Congratulations, newlyweds!

You're here, too?

Didn't you run away from home?

You didn't return any of my messages.

You blacklisted me.

You know exactly why I did that.

ADHD patients are pretty incredible.

You not only have a hard time

making travel plans,

but you're also prone

to changing your mind.

So, we are all friends of the bride.

I'm Wang Lu's ex-coworker.

- What about you guys?

- I used to be her kindergarten classmate.

I used to be her college classmate.

I met her online.

- Coworker.

- I met her through drinks.

I'm her ex-boyfriend.

- Me, too.

- So am I.

You're all her ex-boyfriends?

An assembly of ex-boyfriends.

Hey, girl. What about you?

I'm nobody.

Just pretend I'm not here.

Come on.

Are you all ready?

You all know the meaning

of the bridal bouquet, right?

Yeah, of course.

Time to toss it.

All right, get ready.

One, two, go!

Congratulations!

Even a picky woman like Lu Lu

managed to get married.

What a freak.

You can shut up

if you don't have anything nice to say.

What? I'm just sounding my opinion.

What's wrong with that?

Lu Lu is right to be picky.

Oh, don't be mad, young lady.

Lu Lu is rather picky.

We all failed to please her.

That's right.

So, she dumped all of us.

- Come on, let's drink.

- Let's drink!

Come on.

What does Lu Lu see in him?

His wealth?

She's tired of fancy restaurants

and wants some fast food instead.

How are you guys doing?

Are you having a nice time?

- Yes, everything's nice.

- Oh?

Wang Zhe Yuan, didn't you say

you weren't coming?

You said I'd be roadkill if I missed it.

Would I dare to skip it?

Let me give you a grand introduction.

This is Xiao Bei. She's

like my little sister.

She just went through a breakup this year.

He was a scumbag.

Xiao Bei, your mom said you came home.

Sorry to make you sit at this table.

You guys should behave.

You just got dumped?

No wonder you were so agitated just now.

- Here's to you, girl.

- Come on.

Let's drink together.

- She drank too much.

- Come on.

So, you came to find a boyfriend today?

No, my mom forced me to come.

It's not shameful to

put yourself out there.

- Why are you hiding it?

- I'm hiding it?

I'd rather stay single

than pick someone at this table.

Wait, what do you mean?

Are we not good enough for you?

Even if you're angry,

don't take it out on us.

What's so good about you?

I actually liked you a moment ago.

Now, I don't like you at all.

That was so hurtful.

That's right.

Hey, why did she leave? Don't get mad.

Xiao Bei...

- Wu Xiao Bei!

- Stop following me!

Where are you going now?

Is that any of your business?

Walking too fast after dinner

will strain your stomach.

What I do is none of your business.

Can we talk nicely

and stop sparring with words?

Go ahead.

How ridiculous.

You're one of Lu Lu's ex-boyfriends, too.

I'm not her ex-boyfriend.

I sat next to her in high school.

I never dated her.

Sorry, I shouldn't

have left without a word.

I should've explained myself to you.

I have nothing to say to you.

It was because I felt doomed a few days

before the Cloudchaser Project.

I really like hanging out with you.

So, I wanted to escape

and stay away from you.

I was afraid I would fall for you.

What's wrong with you?

If you have a problem, go see a doctor.

Sir, do you have a lighter?

Yes.

I think we should just break up.

I think we should just break up.

Why should we break up?

Why should we break up?

No reason.

I just don't want to be with you anymore.

That was you?

Yes.

That was me.

So...

We got dumped on the same day?

Wu Xiao Bei.

I never wanted to hurt you.

But you still hurt me.

I once thought what I

felt for you wasn't real.

I thought it was just

a flutter of the heart.

But it might not lead

to a lasting connection.

Do you think it's that easy

to meet someone your heart desires?

If you don't cherish this chance,

the stars won't align for you again.

Seeing you again made me realize

if my feelings for you are strong enough,

past heartbreaks or differences between us

are nothing but excuses.

I've decided to walk

toward you determinedly

and tell you,

Wu Xiao Bei, I like you.

That's unfortunate, Wang Zhe Yuan.

You missed the window of my heart's desire.

You must be wondering

how I've been since then.

Later, I came to Hangzhou

to start a business with Mia.

I'm also learning to live

the way I've always wanted.

I filmed vlogs to document my daily life

and cut my hair to change my mood.

Had nice meals on time every day.

Even made time to learn a musical

instrument that I used to dream of.

This feels amazing.

Pursuing my passions

and shaping myself

into who I'm meant to be.

I love this kind of tangible happiness

I can touch and hold.

After the breakup,

clouds continue to gather and drift apart,

never pausing for anyone.

When I think of those who slipped away,

do I feel any regret?

Yes.

But I've made peace.

I can live with the loss,

but not with my sincerity

answered by hesitation.

Looking back now,

those so-called missed chances

were just part of becoming who I am.

I'm no longer waiting

for someone to light up my world.

I can be my own light.

Thank you for watching my story.

I hope you'll love yourself with certainty

from the moment the light turns on.