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Can you send Mei this link for me?

I don't know how to do it on WeChat.

Toilet rolls and tissues?

Yeah, ask if she wants me to order her some.

Here, it's done.

Move this one here.

That green one matches this red one...

There's a plant here.

It matches this better.

The pink goes well with that.

Orange matches well with pink.

I think this looks better.

The goldfish tail matches well with that.

Good morning!

Morning, Ms. Wu, Ms. Wang.

- Early start today? - Yeah.

Watch your step.

You're good at this.

How about this?

This one's good.

We'll take this.

How about these?

- Do we need ginger? - There's some at home.

Cheong, are the crabs ready?

Right on time!

Thanks!

Cheong, I'll take this fish.

What would you like?

Bag of dried mushrooms.

- We need red dates too. - I'll get it.

Hello.

Hosting a big family dinner?

Yeah, our Mid-Autumn Festival dinner.

Doesn’t your family celebrate too?

You know Dee’s mother hates my guts.

She thinks Dee would've snagged a tycoon

if it wasn't for me.

If I hadn’t met you,

I could be living in Repulse Bay instead of Kowloon Bay.

In your dreams, baby.

I'll wrap these up for you.

Mature student...

How’s that e-commerce class?

How’s that coming along?

Those computer courses are boring as hell.

But I can handle them.

The business classes are as easy as pie.

I should be the one teaching them.

I really don’t know how she does it.

Taking classes with young people at her age.

I'm young at heart, you know.

She even wants to start an on-line business.

Yeah, I want to specialize in fashion for seniors.

I even have a name already

Senior Beauty.

And she wants to put me in charge of sourcing.

Because you have good taste.

You buy,

I sell.

Isn't it risky to try a new venture at your age?

Exactly! What if she messes up?

Angie, look!

The Birds of Paradise are as pretty as you.

They just arrived this morning, fresh from Thailand.

How much?

A bit pricey, $70 each.

But you guys can have it for $50.

We’ll take six.

Three's enough! We have no room.

Come on, let's get six… Six it is.

Thank you. Happy Mid-Autumn!

Do you want some mooncakes?

She’s not supposed to have any.

Leave the ones with egg yolk for me.

Hey, you have to watch your cholesterol.

We have pills for that.

Yeah, we're both taking them.

Pills aren't everything.

How long has Victor been seeing this new girl?

A few months.

She seems nice.

She’s too normal.

It won’t last.

What do you mean by that?

A normal person would not stay with him for long.

I don't know about that.

If your brother doesn’t find a wife,

it'll be because you jinxed him.

Aunty Angie, remember that “Princess Shirley?”

She said she liked mangoes,

but he bought her a papaya.

That was so funny!

He was only fifteen.

Eighteen!

An eighteen, he should be able to tell a papaya from a mango.

Like you're any better,

you failed your high school exams.

At least someone wanted me.

You married the very first man who would take you.

Not everyone can marry their first love.

It's romantic.

They got married too young.

You know why I married so early?

Why?

Because I got no affection at home.

You finally said something right.

Mom hit me.

Serves you right!

One, two, three. Red Light.

Better cross the road right.

One, two, three. Red Light.

It was me...

- Victor. - It's me.

You're next?

Dinner's ready.

Alright, let's wash our hands.

Shing, here's an ashtray.

Sorry.

Mei said that you're looking for a job.

I found one.

Congratulations! What’s the job?

Car park attendant.

What are your hours?

It’s the graveyard shift.

Really? Can you manage?

I don't need much sleep at my age anyway.

Isn't there a day shift?

There is, but I'd have to buy insurance.

Night shifts are considered part-time.

But employers are supposed to provide worker's insurance.

It was take it or leave it, so...

Want Pat to have a word with them?

Negotiating is her forte.

Nah.

No point rotting away at home.

Don't worry about me, let's eat...

Sure, let's eat.

Bon appetit...

Aunty Angie, this curry crab is delicious.

Thank you.

Of course, it's her signature dish.

I've been telling her...

Aunty Angie's cooking is the best.

Especially this curry crab.

I've loved it since I was a kid.

It brings back childhood memories.

An Indian restaurant just opened below our home.

The curry smell is so strong,

I can’t stand it.

If you close the windows it's too hot...

…and Sum complains the air con costs too much.

He won't let me turn it on.

But the smell is too distracting.

The kids can't focus on their homework.

When I was young, I lived in a slum.

Forget air conditioning...

I had to sleep on the floor,

and rats would crawl over me.

Have you guys heard of Yamazaki whisky?

Nope.

I know it...

It's famous and expensive.

You know it?

The market price is skyrocketing.

How much is it now?

$8,800

But I didn't pay that.

My buddy is the wholesaler,

so I got a discount.

This is one of my retirement plans.

I’m waiting for it to reach $200,000.

Don't waste something so fancy on us.

Sharing with family isn't wasting.

Here, try it.

No, I don't drink.

Pass it to my brother...

Just have a sip.

Give it to me.

You only live once.

Try it, Mom.

Kitty, it's been nice meeting you.

I hope we'll see you more often.

Fanny, Sum and you little monkeys...

I hope you four will all grow up soon.

My dear brother and Mei...

I hope you strike it rich...

with the least effort.

And Victor…

We drink one bottle today.

At your wedding...

I'll open up another bottle, okay?

Sure.

Cheers, everyone.

Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!

One, two, three, four, five,

one step left...

You're one step from a win, Mr. Wu.

How about moving it here?

Sure.

Your turn.

Not sure?

Here, like this, one, two, three...

That's wrong!

Go here... That's better.

Take over if you're so smart.

Pat, your turn.

Yes!

She’s won again?

Aunty Pat wins again.

Happy Mid-Autumn!

Everyone take a fork.

Who needs a fork? Here…

Just a small bite…

Mine has no egg yolk...

Put some more in there...

Aunty Angie, Aunty Pat.

Tina has a gift for you.

What is it?

This is for you.

Wow, it's so pretty!

Your Mom’s drawings were great too.

Teachers displayed them all the time.

There are two people here.

Which one is me? And which one's Granny Angie?

That's you.

The one with the dress and earrings is Granny Angie.

Smart girl!

Bye, Happy Mid-Autumn.

I haven't paid you back for the dried scallops.

Call it a Mid-Autumn gift.

Take care, Shing.

Here.

Where's Kitty?

In the bathroom.

For your car's repair.

I already got it from Aunty Angie.

Was it enough?

Yeah, it's just the mirror and a small dent.

Kitty, do come again.

Thank you, Aunty Pat and Aunty Angie.

Bring the container back next time you come to dinner.

I will.

See you next time.

Thanks for dinner.

Bye!

Pat, do you know your brother will be working a graveyard shift?

You should ask your friends

to find him a better job.

He shouldn't be working those hours at his age...

Pat! Are you listening to me?

(Universal Funeral Parlor Ltd)

Hey, Uber doesn't allow smoking in cars.

Customers will complain if they smell it.

I made you some noodles.

Victor, can you deal with the box.

I'll prepare the noodles.

Aunty Angie.

Victor, come here and take out the trash.

Alright.

Where would you like the urn?

I’ll put it on the shelf for now.

She mentioned wanting a burial at sea.

Really?

Did she say where?

We'll do as she wished.

I'll ask Master Yu to find an auspicious date.

We'll worry about the rest later.

It's okay, I'll handle everything for you.

Take good care of yourself...

and eat well.

You can't get sick at a time like this.

Hi, Master Yu...

My sister-in-law just passed away.

She wanted to be buried at sea.

We need to find an auspicious date for it.

Yes.

I don’t know the exact time of her birth.

I'll have to ask my husband.

Stop talking to that shyster!

Thank you, Master Yu.

Angie's all alone now.

We should help any way we can.

We can't abandon her.

I can't believe my sister is gone.

Your sister was blessed.

She had everything she wanted.

She had a good life.

It’s lovely here.

We'll hire a boat

and spread her ashes at sea.

What do you think, Master Yu?

When was her Lunar birthday?

January 22nd.

January 23rd.

Right.

23rd it is...

What hour was she born?

It was around midnight.

No, my Mother said it was the morning.

No, it was definitely midnight.

I remember Aunty Pat said

she was born around midnight.

It was after breakfast when my Mom asked for the mid-wife.

That’s fine. We know it's midnight to mid-day.

That's good enough.

Are you sure?

Wait! I remember Grandma said

she was in labor for a long time with Aunty Pat.

It took a whole morning.

Could it be around mid-day?

Who was there? You or me?

Your memory has always been bad.

You don't even remember what we ate last night.

Have you all decided on a burial at sea?

Why?

The deceased had fire in her life. Water's bad for her.

Wood and earth are better than water...

If you put water all over her,

her spirit won’t rest in peace.

I suggest the ashes be put in a columbarium.

A good spot will help her rest and benefit her descendants.

The sea will trap her.

Which columbarium is right for her?

I know a columbarium that has some new niches.

If you're interested,

I can inquire for you.

- Yes, please do. - But Pat wanted...

Why don't we...

check if the columbarium has any space first?

Then we can see if it's a good fit.

We don't have to decide now.

Our surroundings are peaceful, and there's a nice view.

Are the immediate family members all here?

I also have a daughter.

She has a husband and two kids.

I see, and Ms. Wang is...?

My sister-in-law's best friend.

Here's the niche.

What do you think, Master Yu?

This niche is excellent.

It faces west, a perfect match for her.

If you place her here, she will settle well.

If she's at peace, the family will be blessed with good fortune.

Angie, what do you think?

Pat wanted to be buried at sea.

Ms. Wang, look at this spot.

This niche isn't near the floor nor the ceiling.

It's at eye level.

I told you it's not right!

Well, if that's the case,

let’s go to my office

and I’ll check for availability in other buildings.

Let's find a spot that everyone likes.

Good idea, let’s take a look.

Sorry, I’m afraid...

we don’t have anything else available.

That's fine, thank you.

I don't think you'll find a better place at the moment.

Pat wanted a burial at sea.

But Master Yu said that water is not good for her.

Her spirit will drift,

she won't rest in peace.

I’ve already told you.

Pat won't like it here.

Mr. Ho, can we have a few weeks to think about this?

If you can’t make a decision now,

we have other clients waiting.

Mr. Wu, you're the head of the family.

Your decision affects your descendants.

What do you think?

Let’s take it.

Don't you think you're disrespecting Pat's wishes?

If we spread her ashes in the sea,

where will Tina and Tommy visit her

when they're grown?

You know how Pat loved the kids.

I'm sure she'd approve of this arrangement.

I know Pat won’t like it here.

But nothing was written down,

who knows what she wanted?

Me, of course! Not you.

There's no right or wrong.

Besides, you just heard...

Maybe we should bury Aunty Pat at sea.

You were there.

You heard what Master Yu said.

But why are we letting an outsider make these decisions?

Master Yu's very accurate.

If your father had listened to him all those years ago,

our diner wouldn’t have closed down.

Do you always have to bring that up?

And the niche is really expensive.

I paid the deposit already.

Maybe I can ask Angie

if she's willing to put in a share.

I may be poor,

but I can still afford my sister’s niche.

Olympia?

But it looks too expensive.

Where's Olympia?

Where's Olympia?

It's near Olympic Mall.

Oh, near Olympic station.

Olympia, Olympic

So that's where the name comes from.

Look at those cakes. They look delicious.

We'll be able to get them all the time.

It is quite pretty here.

It has a European vibe.

(Beautiful Lake Massage Parlor)

Come in.

Where's the bathroom?

We just passed it.

There's no window in the bathroom.

There are plenty of windows here...

(Please shut the gate gently. Keep the noise down at night)

Hello!

What are you all doing here?

Surprise.

Dee.

Hello, Angie.

Kathy, Betty!

We baked two cakes for you.

A strawberry and a chocolate peach.

The flowers are lovely, you guys are so sweet.

It's nothing. It was Pat who encouraged me

to start my own flower shop.

She was so kind.

When the bank rejected my loan, she lent me the money.

Really? She never told me about that.

Pat told her not to tell you.

She didn't want you to worry.

So, she worked extra hard.

and paid Pat back in no time.

How are you doing?

You don't come out to see us anymore.

You need to go out and socialize.

Don't just stay at home.

Go outside.

I'm in no mood.

I've been stressed out.

What’s the matter?

Pat’s family wants to put her in a columbarium,

but Pat wanted to be buried at sea.

Their fortune teller insists the columbarium

would benefit her descendants.

How could I argue with that?

If something bad happens to them,

I'd be blamed.

Did you tell them what you want?

Of course.

But they just ignored it.

I'm sure Pat wouldn't want us to fight.

So I'll take a step back.

We're family, after all.

Hey, don't let them decide everything.

You gotta be more like me,

firm and tough.

Don't let them walk all over you.

Ms. Wang, put it here.

Please don’t mess up the altar.

Everyone, please come outside.

It’s time for the incense ritual.

Family members in the front row, Mr. and Mrs. Wu.

Sorry, Mrs. Wu,

friends stand behind the family.

Mr. Wu, please step forward.

Mary, here’s $4000 for this month’s groceries...

$2000 for Pa’s medical bills...

And $1500 for working the last few Sundays. Thank you.

Thank you, Madam.

Do you want me to work next Sunday too?

No, I'll be back next Sunday.

Enjoy your day off.

Ma, here are Pa’s medicine.

Cholesterol, blood pressure, and kidney pills.

Take them twice a day, after meals. Remember.

Okay.

These are your Chinese medicine and medicated oil.

They're all here.

Eat the dumplings first.

I made them for you.

I taught that helper so many times, she still gets it wrong.

By the way...

I took the dog to the vet.

He said that Ah Choi needs cataract surgery.

It would be great if Pat was around.

She was always good at talking to professionals.

It's a pity she died so young.

Is your textile factory still around?

It closed in 2007, Pa.

I’ve told you a million times.

Who would have thought two factory girls,

would become factory owners?

That's amazing.

That's why they never found husbands.

Now that your best friend is gone,

what are your plans?

Pat was more than my "best friend".

I have told you two for years.

What don't you understand?

As I explained to Ms. Wu’s family,

Since Ms. Wu didn't leave a will...

I know. We talked about it before,

but she got scared every time it came up.

Understood. So as I was saying,

under Hong Kong Estate Law,

everything in her name goes to the next of kin.

In this case,

it's our client, Mr. Wu Chi Shing.

Does that include Aunty Angie’s apartment?

Are you referring to the apartment on Waterloo Road?

Yes.

Ms. Wu only had one property.

Can Aunty Angie carry on living there?

Let’s talk about this another time.

Pat may not have left a will...

But all of you knew that no matter what happened,

that'd be our home for the rest of our lives.

Don’t tell me you didn’t know that?

One thing at a time.

We'll discuss later.

Later?

Everyone here knows

that it is Pat and my home.

We bought it together 30 years ago,

you saw it yourself.

Let’s just deal with the legal procedure first.

Before we deal with that,

we have to be clear about the apartment.

Let’s take it one step at a time.

A lot of things are in flux.

That apartment is my home!

Which of those words do you not understand?

We hear you loud and clear.

But unless the legal stuff is sorted,

nothing can be touched.

Let’s sort out the procedure first.

If there are no more questions,

we will focus on applying for probate.

We have to first appoint an administrator for the estate.

In this case, it'll be Mr. Wu.

Here is a list of documents we need.

Please let me know if you have any of these.

Aunty Angie.

Angie, look at this long list...

We need your help to get these documents.

Let’s all work together and get this over with.

I don’t want to talk about it now, we'll discuss later.

Aunty Angie!

Let's eat.

What will you do about the apartment?

Haven't decided. What do you think?

You are not thinking of kicking Aunty Angie out, are you?

I didn't say that.

I just said we'd discuss it later,

and she lost it.

I saw Pat in my dream last night.

She seemed worried.

She kept talking to me,

but I couldn't hear her.

I screamed back,

"Speak louder, I can't hear you!"

Yvonne…over here!

Thanks.

How’s it going?

What can I get you?

Whisky, neat. Thank you.

What do you think?

What’s going on with the inheritance?

It's one huge mess.

Why did you wait so long to see me?

I thought we were all family...

Even mother and son fall out when money's involved.

I have seen it too many times.

I'd asked Pat to write a will for years.

She kept putting it off.

She wanted to wait 'til she was seventy.

Why didn’t you ask her to put your name on the deed?

It's your apartment too!

So, can you help me get my apartment back?

Legally,

since your name's not on the deed,

you have no right to it.

What the fuck! What kind of shitty law is that?

But you can go to court.

Prove to the court that

Pat looked after your livelihood

all these years

and you have no other way to look after yourself.

You can get dependent allowance from her estate.

That makes me sound like I sponged off her.

Like I'm a parasite.

It's degrading!

If you had gotten married overseas,

you'd have the right to her inheritance,

but you didn't.

Damn it...

Is there anything else she can do?

Legally...

I can't think of anything.

If you still get along with the family,

talk to them.

Maybe they'll let you stay.

They're the ones trying to take away Angie's home!

It's a sensible solution.

I disagree.

No one wants to go to court.

I disagree! Why should Angie beg them?

It's bullshit!

Try P-O-R-S-C-H-E.

(Incorrect password. Try again)

Try J-A-G-U-A-R.

J-A-G-U-A-R.

Aunty Angie, let me ask my friends in IT.

Maybe they can crack the password.

Alright.

Has your Dad decided on the apartment?

Aunty Angie, if my Dad wants you to move,

I'll be on your side

and tell him off.

Did he say he wants me out?

No.

But if he does,

don't worry, I'm on your side.

You and Aunty Pat have always been good to me.

If you two hadn't paid for my car,

I'd be on welfare.

Victor, thank you.

Aunty Angie, we're family.

I talk to you more than I talk to my Mom.

I still remember

the story you and Aunty Pat told me.

Which story?

Your parents wanted...

to marry you off to someone in Canada,

to a restaurant owner.

You asked Aunty Pat whether you should go.

She knew you always wanted to have children,

so she said if you moved to Canada,

you could be a housewife

and have kids.

You got so angry with what she said

that you flew to Canada right away.

Once you arrived there you regretted it

When you called Aunty Pat...

She said to you...

“Come back to Hong Kong...

I'll take care of you forever.”

Victor, why are you suddenly talking about this?

All my life,

I wanted to have a relationship

just like you and Aunty Pat's...

Someone to look after forever.

But...

What happened?

Kitty said

we may not be right for each other.

I tried my best to please her,

I'd do anything for her.

Did she say why?

She didn't,

but I know why...

Because I don't make enough money...

I'm a failure.

Don't be silly, you're overthinking.

Aunty Angie, don’t tell Mom.

She doesn't know yet.

Aunty Angie, sorry.

I just got home.

Work suddenly changed my shift.

It's okay, we have time.

Let me get changed first.

Look what Granny Angie bought you.

Wow!

Sum, what's that racket?

I'm trying to fix this hole.

A rat ran in here last night.

The kids got too scared to sleep.

Did you file a complaint?

Yeah, the building manager ignored us.

I asked Sum to talk to those Indians,

but he's too scared...

I complained to them plenty of times.

Don't believe him, he's a wimp.

What the hell do you know?

Should I go start a row with them?

Aunty Angie, let's go.

Bye, guys.

Sum, see you later.

Hi Wendy.

Ms. Wang, long time no see.

Your ID please.

Thank you.

Ms. Wang, has Ms. Wu passed away?

Yes.

Our condolences.

Thanks.

Sorry, but you can't access the deposit box.

Why not?

Our record shows that

there is no probate at the moment,

so you can't access it.

But I'm the co-renter with Ms. Wu.

I know it's inconvenient,

but protocol states that

you need the estate executor's permission.

I'm Ms. Wu's niece.

My father is the executor.

Can I help in any way?

Maybe your father can come with Ms. Wang next time?

Wendy, you've known me for years.

I always come here with Ms. Wu.

I understand...

But I'm sorry, Ms. Wang.

There are very strict guidelines that

the bank must follow.

Here is a leaflet that explains clearly

how you and the executor can apply for access

and the documents you’ll need.

If it's still unclear,

please visit this website.

I asked you to come today because

there's a Rolex that your Aunty Pat wanted you to have.

You two are so sweet.

I think the best time of my life was

when I lived with you and Aunty Pat during high school.

Really?

You and Sum were inseparable back then.

He hasn't touched me in two years.

Do you think...it's health related?

No way.

But it's better this way,

the thought of it makes me sick.

I get it, if a man touched me

I'd be sick, too.

Aunty Angie, Sum has a suggestion.

He said we can sell Aunty Pat’s apartment

and divide the money by four.

That way, we all benefit.

Think about it.

If it's up to my Dad,

he'd give it to Victor.

It was Aunty Pat’s apartment.

It’s only fair that we all get a share.

Where am I supposed to live then?

With a quarter of the money,

you can get a small apartment near your parents.

Fanny

If your Dad died,

would you ask your Mom to move out

then sell the apartment and split the money?

If you think of me as your real Aunt,

you wouldn't have said that.

(Password: SENIOR BEAUTY)

(Welcome)

("Senior Beauty” Business Plan Intro)

(Inspiration Folder)

(Movie tickets from their first date)

(Boarding Pass from Canada to Hong Kong)

(Wu & Wang Clothing Manufacturing Company Ltd. Order Form)

Stay still like a statue, don't move.

I can do any pose?

- Whatever you like? - One, two, three...

Hey, stop moving.

She made me move first.

It was you.

It wasn't me.

Let’s do it again, quickly.

Okay, I'm ready.

Life goes by in a flash...

Don’t you think?

Yeah, feels just like yesterday when you gave birth to Victor.

It's good that Pat died in her sleep.

It must've been good karma.

Mei, I feel that we’ve grown distant recently.

I hope what’s happening with the inheritance

is not driving us apart.

I want you to know

now that Pat is gone,

that apartment means even more to me.

I hope you understand.

Pat has always been the lucky one.

They had the same upbringing,

but look at her brother.

He hasn't succeeded in a single thing.

Look at our kids...

compared to other people's kids.

My kids can't even look after themselves.

You're lucky to have no children,

you're free.

You only have to look after yourself.

You know what?

I've always been jealous of you.

Why didn’t Victor come up?

He said he has work to do.

I’m going to visit Pat later,

do you want to come?

No, you go.

Want something to drink?

No, thanks. Mei got these for you.

It's okay, I've already bought some.

I have good news.

Victor's girlfriend is pregnant.

That's great news, congratulations!

I thought they had split up.

Apparently when she found out she was pregnant,

she panicked.

She was confused about what she wanted.

What are they going to do?

They want a place of their own

to bring up the child.

So, after they get married...

Can you move out for them?

Is this Victor's idea or yours?

It's our family's decision.

If it wasn’t for this,

you would be welcome to stay.

You've known Victor all his life.

You know how much he wants

a family of his own.

We hope you'll help us out.

You know deep down

this apartment doesn't belong to you.

You have no right to throw me out!

You've lived here

for free all these years.

My family doesn't owe you a thing.

Pat's gone,

and the apartment is under my name.

Now that we need it,

I have to look out for my family.

If Pat was still here,

she would have agreed with me!

I've been thinking...

Pat loved her nephew and niece.

Maybe she didn’t want me to stay in the apartment.

If she gave it to me

and I died,

then it would go to my parents.

Cheers.

Promise me...

Don't tell anyone I showed you this.

I'd be in a lot of trouble.

This is a draft will.

Although Pat never signed it...

I want you to know...

what her intention was.

(“I APPOINT my life partner, Angela Wang Chi Ying

to be the Sole Executor and Trustee of this my Will.")

("I GIVE, DEVISE AND BEQUEATH the property known as 305, 3rd Floor, 229 Waterloo Road

to the said Angela Wang Chi Ying for her own use and benefit absolutely.")

I've decided what to do.

What's the next step?

I will send a letter to them.

Tina, Tommy, say goodbye to Grandma.

Victor, come take a photo with us.

Coming.

The boat's here.

Are you happy with the dependent allowance from the court?

It was never about the money.

I know.

But it's the best we can do for now.

Angie, we're ready.

Thanks.

What should we have for breakfast?

Century egg and pork congee?

Sure, but I want to add a salted egg.

Penny for your thoughts?

I was thinking,

before I met you,

just hearing the word "family"

made me cry.

My father abandoned us when I was seven.

My mother sent me to live with

an Aunt I'd never met.

Her two kids bullied me every day.

My mother didn't take me home until two years later.

You are already over sixty…

Still going on about childhood trauma?

Aren't you over it yet

my dear "family"?