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♪The sun cradles the surface of the sea♪

♪The sky claims the dance of day and night♪

♪The waves are strumming my heartstrings♪

♪Marking the finale of the petals' fleeting show♪

♪The wind sweeps away the clarity of your face♪

♪Fingertips graze the fragile veil of time♪

♪Memories bloom beneath the streetlights' glow♪

♪Among the stars, your gaze lingers on the drifting clouds♪

♪You remember♪

♪Every melody I sang♪

♪I wept as you smiled♪

♪You told me not to fear, for you are here beside me♪

[Six Sisters] [Adapted from Yi Bei's novel, Six Sisters]

[Episode 28]

Jiahuan's career is flourishing.

There's no need to throw herself

at a divorced man.

Li,

it's not that I look down on Jiahuan.

Don't overthink it.

I have always been honest

with you since young.

It's just

that at our age,

let's not

complicate our lives further.

Besides, I'm sure

Qiulin

wants a child too.

Jiahuan has to look after Cheng.

If they get together,

things will be complicated.

It will be.

I'd rather not deal with it.

Fine.

I'll keep you posted.

I'll be on my way.

Did you talk to anyone about that decision?

I've grown up, Jiali.

It's my own business.

Why should I discuss it with anyone?

Have you thought about Mom

and Grandma?

This is too much

for Grandma.

I'm not the first one in the family to get a divorce.

I'm sure she can take the news.

Did Fang Tao commit an unforgivable mistake?

No.

He and I

are like oil and water.

We don't get along.

Why?

How come?

Don't say personality differences.

You got that right.

That's the reason.

Zhang Qiufang came to me today.

What for?

Jiahuan, can't you be honest with me?

Does Zhang Qiulin have anything to do with the divorce?

What is this, Jiali?

My divorce has nothing to do with him.

What did Zhang Qiufang tell you?

She said you two were together.

Nonsense.

Whether Zhang Qiulin

comes back or not, Fang Tao and I

are getting a divorce.

It's just

that coincidentally, Zhang Qiulin

came back now.

Jiahuan, I just want to remind you

that just because you're now a leader,

a successful figure,

doesn't mean

you can look down on Fang Tao.

It's not about that.

You said that,

but others might not think that way.

Regardless, you cannot

date Zhang Qiulin.

Did you hear me?

Yes.

And I was wondering

why Mrs. Liu was avoiding me.

So this is why.

So she thought less of Jiahuan, huh?

Jiahuan

is just as good as her son who returned from overseas.

Mom.

What really matters is that Jiahuan got a divorce.

She divorced Fang Tao.

I know.

You knew?

Why didn't you tell me then?

When did you know?

Recently.

Mom, you're silly.

This is major news.

So I'm taking walnuts to help me think.

You can't listen

to Jiahuan's side only.

Talk to Fang Tao once he's back.

What do you think we should do?

What else? Urge them to reconcile.

A single mother with a five-year-old child?

That's a burden.

No one wants her.

Maybe Qiulin does.

Even so, will his mom

accept her?

Perhaps you can

talk to Qiulin?

Like he'd listen.

Jiahuan's too stubborn to reason with.

Talk to Qiulin?

I'll ask Qiufang to talk to him.

I need a walnut to help me think too.

[Jin's Lamb and Flatbread]

That is enough, madam.

Take it.

I can't finish them.

Madam.

Just take it.

Lin.

Tao.

Let's go.

Wait for me.

Okay.

Tao.

Have some tangerine.

They're from her.

She is

going the same way,

and she

has some goods.

Perhaps we can help her out?

Are you out of your mind?

But...

Why are you

taking others' goods

this late at night?

Is it legit or not?

You're digging yourself a grave. We're not doing it.

Tao.

She paid the deposit.

We're going the same way.

We might as well make some extra money.

Besides,

my dad's in the hospital.

I need money.

Tao, please.

Sir.

If I don't get the goods out, I'll lose everything.

Please help me out.

Let me tag along, please.

Where are the goods?

Over there.

Let's go.

Sure.

We'll bring the goods around.

Lin.

Yes,

Tao?

Start up the engine.

Sir,

the goods are too heavy for two people.

We need three.

It's fine. I'll just take a quick look.

Start up the engine.

Okay.

Come on.

What is it?

Just clothes.

It has to be out tomorrow.

Why aren't you using this truck?

It died all of a sudden.

Just this?

But these are not clothes.

That's a lot.

What is going on?

Come on. You know what we want.

Hand over your wallet.

I see it now.

I'm just a driver.

Life is already as hard as it gets.

Take my money,

but don't harm me.

This is all I have.

You can take it.

You punks.

I've been driving on this route for decades.

What makes you think you can rob me?

Run!

Run!

Tao.

Tao, are you okay?

Are you all right, Tao?

- Blood? - Call the police.

I need to call the police.

Somebody!

Help!

Tao,

I'll take you to a hospital.

Somebody.

Help!

Hello?

What?

[Xi'an]

Jiahuan, Tao cares a lot about you.

Before he went into the operating room,

he said if he died

without seeing you,

he would not rest in peace.

He did say that.

Thank you.

Jiahuan,

we should go then.

Thank you for your hard work.

Bye.

I thought

I could never see you again.

You're awake.

It's my fault.

I should have stopped you.

I will

rebuild my transportation unit

and company.

I...

I will show you.

Jiahuan,

don't leave me,

please.

I'm here.

I'm not going anywhere.

We...

will be together...

right?

Here. Have some soup.

Come on.

Try it.

You won't have this overseas.

Dig in.

Thank you, Mom.

Mom,

have some too.

Qiufang.

Have you heard about it?

Jiahuan went all the way to Xi'an

to save Fang Tao.

I did.

He was seriously injured.

See? True love always appears

during moments of crisis.

I must say,

when it comes to marriage,

the first spouse is often the best.

Dig in.

Mom,

I have a feeling that Qiulin

isn't thrilled to have me here.

What? No way.

He is happy to see you.

Qiulin,

say something.

Okay.

I'm glad you're here.

What was that?

Welcome home, Miss Meng Lisha.

That's better.

Come on.

Welcome home.

Welcome back.

Mom.

We are divorced.

So what?

You can get remarried.

So we shouldn't share a bed.

You know her well enough.

No need to be shy.

Don't go anywhere tonight.

You'll sleep here.

Lisha came back all the way

to make up with you

so you'll treat her well.

You hear me?

Lisha.

Lisha!

Come here.

Mom.

You'll sleep here tonight.

Turn in early.

Take the bed.

I'll sleep in the living room.

Qiulin, don't go.

Let go, Lisha.

No.

Please hear me out, Qiulin.

I know

you don't want to settle down overseas.

So I came back.

To stay by your side.

I don't want anything else.

I just want you.

Can you please forgive me?

[People's Hospital Outpatient Department]

Fortunately,

he survived.

Ouyang told me

that no one

could be a truck driver without some self-defense skills.

Get some good rest.

I made everyone worry about me.

Sorry, Jiali.

Don't move.

Just lie down.

Fang Tao,

take care and get some rest.

You need to rest for months if you sprain an ankle,

let alone get stabbed.

Jiahuan,

as the saying goes,

once married, you go through thick and thin together.

I know you two are divorced,

but Tao needs help now.

You'll stay by his side, right?

Don't worry.

I'll take care of him.

Jiahuan,

what's your plan?

We'll see once Fang Tao recovers.

Now that he is back,

can you go back to the way it used to be?

Even if we get back together,

we'll get a divorce if we don't get along.

Jiahuan,

are you interested in Zhang Qiulin?

You're insane.

Did I get it right?

What are you on about?

Don't get me wrong.

I'm just stating facts.

Whoever you decide to stay with,

I'll give you my blessings.

Nonsense.

Let's discuss this

among ourselves.

If Jiahuan wants to stay with Fang Tao,

that's great.

But

if she wants to stay with Zhang Qiulin,

that's also amazing.

A bond of two successful persons.

You think Zhang Qiulin and Jiahuan can get along?

Marriage isn't just about material things.

Only Fang Tao can tolerate Jiahuan's temper.

You too.

If you leave Ouyang Bao,

you won't find another person like him.

Let's deal with it once Fang Tao recovers.

Give me the spoon.

Give it to me.

My hands are not injured.

I can eat.

Let's keep some distance

for our sake.

Do what you're here to do.

If not, go back.

I don't need you here.

Back then,

I asked for the house.

When we separated,

we also promised that I'd own half of it.

While you

let your brothers stay inside,

I still own half of it.

Now that it's getting demolished,

you can't forget about my part.

You

abandoned me back then.

But worry not,

I won't do the same to you.

I'm talking about the house.

I will

keep my promise.

You will get what you deserve.

I won't take more than my share.

I'll talk to my brothers.

Wonderful, Fang.

This is why I chased after you back then.

You're fair and open.

Lina,

go back to your seat, okay?

Fang,

you know,

I regret my choice.

Do you think

we...?

Fine. Forget it then.

I brewed some congee for you. Have it while it's still warm.

No.

I know you love sweet congee

so I added half a spoonful of sugar.

I'll eat it later.

Try it.

Sweet?

- Just put it there. - Is it?

I'll eat it.

I can feed myself.

We meet again.

Allow me to introduce myself.

I am Lina,

Fang Tao's ex-wife.

Jiahuan...

Eat.

I heard you two got a divorce.

So we're the same now.

You might have just heard part of the story,

so there is a misunderstanding.

I will never make a claim

without solid evidence.

You're a leader,

so you have my respect.

Regardless,

you two are divorced,

and that's a fact.

I let Fang down in the past.

So now, I want to make it up to him.

That's all.

Lina, you...

Fang.

I'll visit you next time.

Jiahuan...

Even dogs

won't eat food from a stranger.

I didn't eat anything.

[Black Tea House]

Jiahuan,

why did you bring me here?

Just find a table.

We're here already.

No need to sit down.

If you don't tell me, I won't move.

I'll tell you when we sit down.

Don't match-make me.

I told you many times already.

This isn't matchmaking.

You're just meeting a new friend. Come on.

Look.

He's kind, smart,

and decent-looking.

Jiahuan, you're unbelievable.

Fan!

[Fan]

Here you are.

He's here.

I'll look bad if you don't go and say hi.

Fan,

this is my sister, He Jiawen.

Fan.

Hi, just call me Fan.

Hi.

Mhm,

please take a seat.

Where?

Here will do.

Okay.

Take care of her.

I have something to do. See you.

He Jiahuan.

Enjoy.

Please take a seat.

Excuse me.

Yes.

What would you like to drink?

Tea will do.

Noted.

Oh, right.

Can you drink tea?

No.

It gives me gastric pain.

No tea for us then.

What else do you have?

We have fruit juice.

What about that?

Two glasses of fruit juice, please.

Sure. No problem.

I have a son

and a place to live.

Me

too.

I had tuberculosis before.

I'll take off.

Wait.

I had tuberculosis too.

Jiahuan,

I heard Fang Tao's ex-wife came back.

Why?

Jiali, I already divorced him.

It has nothing to do with me.

I just want

to raise Cheng well

and focus on my career.

I don't want

to think about other things.

Just be careful.

She's always messing around.

Don't let her slip in.

Once Fang Tao recovers,

I'll set up a meal.

We'll discuss everything on that occasion.

Let's see how it goes.

To be honest,

Fang Tao is very nice to you.

Tao.

The discharge is done?

Yes.

Where's Jiahuan?

Let's not wait for her.

She probably isn't coming.

Let me call her.

It's fine. Let's go.

I'll take this. You just carry that.

[End of 1998]

Mom,

did you see the ear pick?

Where is it?

Mom.

What's the matter, Mom?

Are you feeling unwell?

Yes.

Where?

You don't seem to have a fever.

Are you in pain?

Gallstone again, Mom?

I feel weak.

Give me a moment.

Li,

please come back.

Grandma is sick.

It's Myocarditis caused by viral flu.

It spreads rapidly

and she's been sick for a few days.

Fortunately, you seek help in time.

If you came a few days later,

the consequences could be dire.

Is she all right?

She's fine now.

Thank you, doctor.

You're welcome.

Sick for a few days?

But there are no symptoms at all.

What symptoms do you need?

She's really worn out.

Why are you yelling at me?

You're not patient with me.

I too am old.

Mom, Jiali didn't mean that.

She's just too worried.

Yes.

Sorry for the outburst.

Hongyu,

bring Mom home first.

Mom, let's go back.

Can you believe it?

I spent half my life

taking care of her grandmother.

And Jiali yelled at me

because she had the flu.

Right.

Why doesn't Jiali take my spot instead?

It's not your fault, Mom.

She's asleep.

Where is Mom?

Hongyu is bringing her home.

You should head back too.

I can stay here alone.

I'm here already.

Let's deal with it together.

Thank you, Jianguo.

We don't need to thank each other.

Dad was right about you.

When he was still here, this family was close.

But now,

it's so different.

Because we are all old.

Our lives

are like flowers.

We blossom for a few days.

And once the season is over,

everything is no longer the same.

Why are you so sentimental all of a sudden?

I miss my dad.

Rest on my shoulder.

Aren't we supposed to have a meeting?

I have things to do.

Just a few words.

I brought all of you here

to discuss Grandma's

future.

Mom is old,

and she has a business

to run.

She might not be able to take care of Grandma.

We

were all raised by Grandma.

Now that she's old,

we should look after her by right.

Do you

have any ideas?

I'll follow your decision, Jiali.

I brought all of you here

to brainstorm.

No one has the final say.

For me,

as usual,

I'm willing to help out financially

and physically.

I'd love to take care of Grandma,

but running the bathhouse can be quite exhausting.

I often work till late

so I might not be able to take care of her meticulously.

If there's no other way, I'll take care of her.

What about Fang?

You're busy as it is.

Do you have time to take care of two patients?

I'm occupied

with my business too.

Yes.

Jiawen lives far away

and needs to look after her child.

Jiayi runs a bathhouse.

Jiaxi manages a shop.

Jiahuan has a lot on her plate.

I am

the only free one here.

Jiali,

you know what?

You look after Grandma.

We'll pay.

It'd be great

if all of you could chip in financially.

That said,

I too will take part in it.

The money

will be banked into Grandma's account.

That's open for everyone to see.

I will move back

to look after Grandma.

She doesn't have an account.

I'll open one for her.

Okay.

This seems

like the best solution.

Right, Mom?

Well,

what do you think, Mom?

Fine by me.

That's it then.

Let's call it a day.

She makes me

look like a villain.

Who has been taking care of your grandmother?

Me.

Right?

I have contributed too.

Let it slide, Mom.

She wants to show off, then let her be.

Getting her to move in is easy.

But getting her to move out is hard.

No way.

Once I've let her in, she'll be hard to shake off.

You know about it right?

Xiaonian told me

that once he got married,

Jiali and Jianguo

would give him the house

allocated to them

by the government.

Guess where would they live instead?

If I may be so blunt,

I'm sure they have thought about usurping

my house.

But that won't do.

The house belongs to Dad's.

He passed away, so it's yours now.

What is she thinking?

My house, of course.

What if she moves in, settles down comfortably,

and refuses to move out?

What should I do?

This is no good.

We can't let her look after Grandma then?

Forget it.

She's the only one who can.

We'll cross the bridge when we get there.

Then

what if she refuses to leave?

Jiaxi.

Let me pass down

the pickle recipe to you.

I don't need it.

Silly girl.

Your great-grandmother passed down this recipe.

It was invented in the Year of Daoguang during the Qing dynasty.

Only women can inherit the recipe.

Are you sure you don't want it?

No, it's not worth it.

You dummy.

You want neither the house

nor the pickle recipe.

Mom told you

to move back?

Why?

What's the issue?

Taking care of Grandma is my priority.

Mom is too busy for it.

We're there to reduce her burden.

I understand that.

Even if we don't move back in now,

we will have to do so eventually.

When Grandma passes away,

someone will have to look after Mom.

How long do you plan to stay there?

Depends.

What if your sisters talk behind your back?

Bring it on.

None of them can do the work.

Sure, you've been through a lot.

A few gossips are nothing to you.

Let's go.

Li.

Li.

Come here.

What's wrong?

Take a look.

Why didn't you separate it by colors?

You must.

And washing them in bulk like this

isn't clean.

Okay. I get it now.

Come down.

Let me do it.

Wash it by hand.

Okay.

It's not a hassle.

Li.

Li.

Did you add some dietary alkali to the congee?

I forgot.

I knew it.

It'll taste watery otherwise.

Come on. There's rice in it too. I'll add some tomorrow.

- The heat is too high. - Turn it off.

I'll turn it off.

Mandarin rolls again.

We have been having those for a week.

I'm sick of it.

I'll buy some mantou then?

Get Tang sanjiao.

Do you want something that sweet?

I like sweet things.

They make me happy.

[Sifenlai Clothing Store]

Let's visit Mom tonight.

Yours or mine?

Mine.

No, thanks.

Let me do it.

You didn't go back during Chinese New Year.

Can you do this for me?

She said she missed Xiaoman.

She said that,

but she never came to visit us.

Give us some money too.

So...

she should come and visit us,

and we shouldn't go and visit her?

Besides,

if you want her to give us some money,

we should be there, right?

You said that,

but

after her grandson was born,

she completely forgot about her granddaughter.

I like this top.

Should we give it to my mom?

Are you crazy?

Why would an old woman wear this?

We can't go empty-handed.

I'll buy it.

Yes, you have money.

It goes from your pocket to my pocket.

It's the same.

This one is better.

More beautiful.

I'll get this one.

Jiaxi,

this top is too small. It doesn't fit.

I can hardly breathe.

No. It's like this. It looks good.

It does?

Show Hongyu.

Hongyu.

Do I look good?

Yes.

Right?

You think so?

I look like a bell.

I am chubby,

but this top is too small.

You're not fat, Grandma.

You are beautiful.

Really?

Yes.

She's sweet.

Kids never lie.

Right.

In the blink of an eye,

my granddaughter is a big girl now.

Yes, but she's also a handful.

She'll be starting school soon.

Show some consideration.

What for?

We just have to do the registration.

It's not as simple as you think.

Which school

is she going to?

Xiaoman's registered under my household,

which is assigned to Zhanqian Elementary School.

Then Zhanqian Elementary School it is.

No.

I heard something bad about that school.

That's right.

If she studies at that school,

she'll be behind everyone else.

Which one should she go to?

There are many good schools in the city, such as Second Elementary School

and Huainan University Affiliated Elementary School

But it depends on your school district.

There's always one school each

for your household registration record.

I think my mom's is Huainan University Affiliated Elementary School.

Yan Hongyu,

I'll talk to my mom tomorrow

and have Xiaoman registered under her household.

Will she say yes?

Of course, she will.

None of your nieces or nephews

do that.

They don't need to go to school yet.

But

must we go to Huainan University Affiliated Elementary School?

What do you mean,

Yan Hongyu?

I'm trying to find Xiaoman

a good school.

You don't want that?

Even if your mom says yes,

Jiali might not.

Why would I need her opinion?

I'm not transferring Xiaoman under her household.

Look.

Jiali is now registered under your mom's household.

She has the household register record.

We will

need Jianguo's help.

I'll talk to Jiali.

She has no reason to say no.

Education is an important matter.

Mom.

Jiaxi, you're here.

Come on in.

Where's Jiali?

Here.

Jiali,

you're cooking.

I bought some vegetables, meat, and sausages.

Give them to me.

Okay.

Jiali, cook later.

I have something to discuss with you and Mom.

Sure.

Come on.

Sit here, Jiali.

What's the matter?

It's nothing.

You see,

since Xiaoman is going to school soon,

Huainan University Affiliated Elementary School

is our primary choice.

However,

I need to transfer her into this household.

Here is the school district.

Sure.

Are you sure it's doable?

It should be.

I'll confirm with Jiahuan later.

However,

I might need Jianguo's help.

That school is far from your house.

How are you going to pick her up?

Even food is a problem.

My shop is close to the school.

I can pick her up.

As for the food...

we'll see what we can do then.

What is Hongyu's view on this?

He agrees with me.

Xiaoman can always eat with us.

She's just a kid. She can't eat that much.

Right.

If she's eating with you, I'll pay for her food as well.

It's not about money.

Xiaoman can eat here for all her school years.

But

it's not right for the Yans to not notify us about it.

Xiaoman is also my daughter.

Find a day and bring Hongyu back.

We can help out,

but we're not helping out without being asked to.

Otherwise, people might find you gullible.

Jiaxi, transfer Xiaoman under our household first.

We'll handle it bit by bit.

Right.

Have some.

Thank you, Mom.

What fine oyster mushrooms we have today.

Xiaonian, you scared me.

I wanted to give you a surprise.

A surprise or a heart attack?

I am old, you know.

Grandma,

can I tell you something?

Is it good or bad?

Good, of course.

Sure.

Come on.

Grandma,

Li Wen and I...

Are you getting married?

Yes.

Wonderful!

What wonderful news!

You're getting married.

You know what?

When your grandpa was still around...

When he was still around,

he wanted me to have my own family.

I promise you that my children

will take He as their surname.

In this era,

it's no longer important which surname they take.

Also,

when you have kids,

they should take your dad's surname, Zhang.

He'll be over the moon.

Worry not, Grandma.

I will look after you in the future.

To hear that from you...

I am so happy.

♪Thoughts♪

♪Swept away by the snow♪

♪Will always♪

♪Be warmly remembered♪

♪Those past moments♪

♪And these everyday memories♪

♪Are forgiven quietly as time passes♪

♪All the past buried deep inside the heart♪

♪May all that we've gained and lost leave us untouched♪

♪Time takes people on a journey♪

♪Leaving memories left behind by family♪

♪What can I give you?♪

♪Mountains, rivers, and clouds♪

♪What can I return to you?♪

♪The uneasy feeling in my heart♪

♪What can I leave behind for you?♪

♪There's no warmth in the city♪

♪How can I tell you?♪

♪The faraway blossoms have filled the corner♪

♪What can I leave behind for you?♪

♪There's no warmth in the city♪

♪How can I tell you?♪

♪The faraway blossoms have filled the corner♪