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[You are My Fateful Love] [EP20]

So on this last night, I'd like to

share a song I wrote here

in this little town

and dedicate it to all of you.

This song doesn't just belong to me,

it also belongs to Shen'ao

and to everyone here

so many of you as well.

[Great! Great! Great!]

[Great! Great! Great!]

Happy birthday!

May you become

the person you truly want to be.

[This journey in Shen'ao]

[is coming to an end.]

[I'm really glad that during this journey, ]

[I was able to figure out]

[the questions that had been bothering me.]

[And I also witnessed many people]

[find answers of their own.]

[About dreams...]

[About family...]

[About love...]

[And about life...]

[Just like Li Shican said]

[the me who leaves here]

[is no longer the same person who arrived.]

[I believe]

[the answers we found]

[along the way]

[will stay with us]

[and lead us toward a brighter]

[more brilliant tomorrow.]

[And if there are still some things]

[that we can't quite figure out...]

I've never told anyone

about this,

maybe I just need some time

to really think it through,

how to say it

and where to even begin.

Then take your time

tell me when you're ready.

[No rush, take it slow.]

[There's still a long road ahead tomorrow.]

Coming!

Next time, just leave the package

on the rack downstairs.

Mingying.

Listen to me, Mingying.

Are you okay?

Don't just stick your arm in like that? Stretching it in like this?

I'm afraid once the door closes, I won't even get a chance to speak

at all.

If you have something to say, just say it.

A new store opened and it has a really good reputation,

I specially got some for you to try.

First of all,

showing up without notice

is considered really rude.

You blocked me on WeChat.

Second,

giving food to someone who's on a diet is also

really, not polite at all.

It's sugar-free, calorie-free, no worries.

Lastly,

when someone wants to be alone,

any action you take

is considered rude.

Mingying,

So those three points you just mentioned

didn't clearly mean

that you dislike me, right?

Mingying, what's wrong?

Coming back this time,

everything feels taller somehow.

That's just because you've been walking too long.

Then I'll head upstairs first.

Wait for me a second.

What?

This is for you.

Later you went back to the shop

and actually made it.

Master Li taught me step by step.

Master Li is super strict.

You must've been scolded a lot while doing it, right?

Of course not.

No way.

You've gotta give yourself a little keepsake.

Then,

since you gave yours to me,

I'll give mine to you in return.

I'll head back first.

I'll walk you upstairs.

Be careful.

Then I'll head back first.

Since you're back,

will the story keep going?

Do you want me to keep writing it?

Of course I do.

Then let's see how the male lead behaves

and how the heroine feels later.

I'm talking about in the story.

Looks like the male lead

needs to try harder.

He has to make the heroine happier.

I'm talking about the story too.

I'll head back first.

Get some rest early.

Be careful on your way home.

Then

I'll go first.

[This light doesn't just illuminate people, ]

[but also]

[lights up love.]

Try turning it on.

Wow, impressive.

You are amazing.

This little task is nothing for me.

Alright.

Take it slow.

[Why is my heart racing so fast.]

[Luckily before I came, ]

[I took a shower and changed.]

[There's still a faint]

[scent of laundry detergent on me.]

[Oh god, Shen Mingying, what are you thinking?]

[You're Ruan Yu's close friend.]

[He's Xu Huaisong's sworn brother]

[and also Ruan Yu's ex-blind date.]

[And you with him…]

[I'm home.]

[Do you have time tonight?]

Not answering so late.

Where else could she be?

Hey, Zhang Chuan.

Um,

Is Mingying with you?

Who's this?

Who are you?

I'm his girlfriend's best friend.

I'm his girlfriend.

Sorry,

I don't remember you being my friend.

You… Who is this?

Zhang Chuan, The way you're acting

is way too blatant.

Who is she? You better explain it to me!

Listen to me, it's all a misunderstanding.

I broke up with her a long time ago.

Even if you broke up, you can't just…

Break up?

With a jerk like you,

she should have broken up long ago.

If we didn't break up, you'd call me a cheater.

Break up, and you call me a jerk.

Just shut up.

Really broken up?

I give it to you at the

electrician's market price.

No need.

Talking money ruins feelings.

Talking money actually avoids hurt feelings.

Using money as an equal exchange

is the fairest and easiest way to trade.

But still, not everything

can be measured with money.

I used to think that way too.

But now I know.

Everything has a price.

Alright, then you tell me

I'm just here

wanting to stay with you a bit longer.

Put a price on it.

That's not right.

What I mean is,

don't always rush me away.

Why

do you want to stay with me a bit longer?

We've only met four times

Today is the fifth.

Are we soulmates forever

or just fleeting as the ocean dries up?

The last time between us

was mutual consent.

Between us

neither side

has to be responsible for the other.

Now your one-sided feelings

are bothering me. So,

take care, I won't see you out.

I'm heading out now. I've already sent you the money.

[You broke up with Zhang Chuan?]

[When did that happen?]

[Are you home?] [I'll come over right now.]

I just nodded off a moment ago.

I'm fine, it's too late anyway.

You don't have to come over.

I'm already in the elevator.

They won't run into each other, right?

Ruan Yu, Ruan Yu.

Ruan Yu, Ruan Yu.

Shen Mingying.

Ruan Yu.

Do you even see me as...

your best friend?

Something this big, and... you didn’t even tell me?

It's because I

see you as my best friend,

I didn't want this silly stuff

to ruin your mood.

Good for you for breaking up. A guy like that…

You should've dumped him ages ago.

Exactly.

Listen, I brought something from Shen'ao

as a little gift for you.

Close the door and let's talk inside.

Let me tell you,

this pomelo leaf water, Is really, really good.

When I went to Shen'ao, the locals gave it to me.

They said it can ward off bad luck. I brought it here especially today.

Right there.

He usually sits there. Bad vibes are strong there.

Spray more.

Spray here too.

Yeah, right here. Forget the flowers.

Spray the windows too.

Did you just see that?

A figure—someone.

It just flashed by.

You didn't see it? No, I didn't.

It's just the two of us here.

Don't scare me.

It's nothing, nothing.

Maybe you're just tired these past couple days. Your eyes might be a bit blurry.

Yeah, that must be it.

Go home and rest early.

Nope.

I haven't sprayed the bedroom yet.

Hurry up. Your room is really important.

The room? Do we really need to?

Come on, let's go now.

There are plenty of good guys out there.

At least 1.85 meters tall.

Has abs, younger, playful and loyal type.

The type you like.

I'll keep an eye out for all of them for you.

[1.85 meters.]

[That's about right.]

But now,

my taste has changed.

I think 1.85 meters plus…

it feels safe, sure,

but when we argue, it's a bit overwhelming.

[Abs…]

[I'm starting to get the idea.]

About abs… I

don't have them myself, so

I can't double standard.

[Younger…]

[Playful, loyal type.]

But younger and playful types…

Older ones take care of me.

And the playful type…

Isn't it different from a gentle Golden Retriever type, right?

[How did it go from a wolf dog, ]

[to a Golden Retriever?]

[What's a Golden Retriever type even like?]

No, what you said is so detailed and specific.

Do you have a new target?

Nope.

This is still my fault.

Lately,

I've been too busy with my own stuff.

Didn't even notice you broke up.

How about this,

I'll take you out tonight. Have a proper drink.

Okay, let's go.

No, no, no.

You can't go out in that pajama set.

Change clothes.

No need, it actually looks pretty good.

Isn't this what you used to tell me before?

Being single means you should always have

a sense to spot a fling.

Really, no need.

What's up with you today?

You seem a bit off.

No, just a bit overwhelmed.

But I get you.

You just broke up, after all.

No mood or energy, for sure,

to start a new relationship right away.

Even if right now

you had a fling,

it would probably just

be a way to vent your feelings.

You really get me.

I really don't have

any plans to start a new relationship.

Then tonight, I'll just stay and keep you company.

No, really, I'm fine.

No, you're acting kinda weird.

Do you have someone hiding at home?

You… I…

Who would I be hiding at home?

Haven't you seen everything?

There's no one here.

I was just checking

you just got back from Shen'ao.

It must've been exhausting.

A whole day of work.

Didn't the editor-in-chief say,

She wants to talk to you after the new year?

And tomorrow you still have to go to the office with me.

You should head back and rest early.

You really don't need me with you.

Really, no need.

I'm fine.

Just having you come to see me

already makes me happy.

I was just worried about you.

I'm fine.

I'm Shen Mingying.

Don't underestimate me.

Alright, alright. I'll go.

You, keep this. Use it properly.

Okay.

Call me if anything comes up.

I'm always on standby for you.

Love you.

Liu Mao.

Where are you?

Liu Mao.

Liu Mao.

Mingying.

Did she leave?

You really…

Oh my god.

Wait a second.

Let me take a picture of you.

Oh my… my leg is numb.

Hurry out! Come on!

Are you okay?

Careful! Careful!

Can you manage?

Do you even exercise regularly?

What I just said…

You understood everything, right?

All the things you said…

I'll try my best to reach them.

You think you need to try hard like this?

I'm fine like this.

Oh my god… slow down.

What I just said…

Wasn't meant to make you

change anything for me.

Did you even

pay attention to the main point?

I did.

Isn't the main point…

That you… right now…

Don't want to start…

a new relationship so soon.

And want to wait a bit.

It's fine.

I can wait.

Feeling a bit better?

Then let's go.

Go. Go.

Take a couple steps, come on. Let's go!

Come on!

I've waited for so long.

Do you know how much my heart has ached?

Even if there wasn't

Shican's autograph.

Even just one

exclusive photo would do too.

You want it that badly, huh?

What's this?

A gift.

Let me see, let me see, let me see.

I knew my brother wouldn't leave me

completely out of mind.

Clay sculpture.

And it's Shican's clay sculpture.

Could it be that

he made it himself?

I made it myself.

Brother.

I have to say, your awareness…

Are you sure you really

re-added Ruan Yu on WeChat?

You two really made up?

Of course.

How close are you now?

If you ask me, this can be categorized

into levels: three, six, nine.

Beginner level: just greet when you meet.

Intermediate level:

eat, drink, and have fun together.

Advanced level: truly in sync emotionally.

You're good, I'm good too.

So, how's the "grade"?

Which level does it count as?

I guess my worry was in vain.

You should still worry a bit to

think of it as your first exam of the semester.

Brother.

This first exam is just one test.

But love

is a lifetime of exams.

Have you never thought about

the future between you and Ruan Yu?

Everyone says

long-distance relationships are a high-risk zone for breakups.

And international relationships…

Being in a relationship is basically being single.

What are you doing?

What's it like to have an international relationship?

Here, have a taste.

This is this year's new tea.

Thank you, Editor Chen.

Lily Vale.

I heard Huan Vision wants to acquire

the film and TV rights of "Whispers".

Yes.

Huan Vision does have this intention.

But I'm still considering.

Why are you still thinking about it?

Look at Huan Vision.

The quality dramas they've released in recent years…

If they pick yours,

get ready for it to blow up.

If they pick it,

that means Lily Vale wrote it really well.

For me,

it's indeed a great opportunity.

But I also need to be responsible to our partners

and my readers.

So,

I'll first complete this perfectly

before thinking about the novel.

Our contract was already

signed in black and white.

And until now,

I haven't seen you resume updates.

So what about your responsibility to us?

Editor-in-chief…

our deadline for submission

hasn't come yet. And besides, I already

gave you a heads-up before.

As for Lily Vale,

there are some real-world issues.

She just needs a bit more time.

How do I know this isn't

just an excuse to stall?

Besides,

are you really planning to drag this out

until the final deadline?

The longer you delay,

the more hype you lose.

That's all lost opportunity. Do you get that?

But Lily Vale,

If you really can't get it done,

It's actually okay.

The foundation of this novel

is really solid.

I can find someone

with a writing style similar to yours

to continue it for you. How's that?

Editor Chen,

If I really can't

finish this work within the deadline.

I will strictly follow

the terms of the contract,

and compensate you for any losses.

But I could never agree to something like that.

What's wrong with this approach?

You can't finish it,

I get someone to continue it for you,

You get your payment, I hit my key performance

indicators.

Everyone wins, right?

Hearing you say that,

do you not care about principles at all?

Editor Chen,

I realized that fundamentally, our ideas

are just not aligned.

Rather than trying to make you understand

and accept my perspective,

I'd rather just

lay it out clearly here.

Lay out what exactly?

I'll deliver the full manuscript

of "Whispers" a month ahead of

the contract deadline.

So please dismiss any thoughts that are

disrespectful to me or to my readers.

Or to my readers.

If you put business interests

over contract spirit,

I will firmly terminate our contract.

Goodbye.

The young girl looks gentle,

but has quite a temper.

It's just work.

Why get so serious about it?

As long as the goal's met, keep it up.

It's just this little thing.

Don't you trust me yet?

I've already contacted the family.

Attorney Xu

came back from a legal awareness trip,

Even his tie has color now.

Spring's arrived.

What's going on with you?

What, what's the situation?

Then there's something happening, obviously.

Something's up.

You came just in time.

Does Mr. Xu have some

development in Shen'ao, right?

Right? Right?

There really is. Got it, there really is.

I got it, tell me, tell me. You mean that thing Mr. Xu did that day?

Yeah, that one. Got it. You mean him pounding the rice cakes.

That day, right?

You know, Mr. Xu’s hair that day

was really ugly.

I've never seen him like that.

I'm not...

Did I say something wrong again?

Our editor-in-chief, huh

is just that kind of annoying personality.

Don't get mad, don't get mad.

If you get sick from anger, no one's covering for you

I'm not mad at all.

I'm just thinking,

setting goals feels great for now.

But soon my keyboard

might just catch fire.

Your keyboard's about to burst into flames.

What about other places then?

No little sparks anywhere?

I'm always the kind of person

who takes fire safety seriously.

Joking around to change the subject.

Let me tell you.

Honesty gets you leniency.

During this time,

you two,

how far have you gotten?

Nice shot.

Looks like this trip to the old town

had a good effect.

Look at you,

bright and cheerful on your face.

She's forgiven you, right?

Usually I don't see you

being this nosy.

Usually you don't have anything

worth my gossiping about.

Come on, tell me.

Did you manage to hold hands?

How did it get to holding hands already?

Got it.

It's dating. After all,

the flirting phase is the most fun.

Extending the teasing stage. I'm all for it.

I think

A responsible guy

wouldn't let the flirting go on

for so long.

You should strike while the iron's hot.

Confess to her directly.

Confess and

be together immediately

is where you should be careful.

Men, huh.

If it comes too easy,

they don't know how to value it.

It's not really that issue.

I just feel the days in Shen'ao

were kind of unreal.

I really enjoyed it back then,

but it's like

withdrawal after a trip.

I'm a bit worried

real life

Isn't as free as during the trip

not so carefree.

See, his home base is in the U.S.

And mine's in China.

And being in different countries

Is a real issue.

Reality is what defeats love.

But often what overcomes reality

can also be love.

So I need

your help, bro.

I'd take a bullet for you, bro.

It's not like there's a knife at your throat.

If you ask me, enjoy the moment

is the true meaning of life.

As long as he's still in the country,

you two just enjoy each day.

When the day comes, that he really goes back to the U.S.

We'll figure something else out.

As long as he doesn't have

another woman in the U.S.

Everything is negotiable.

Have you really thought it through?

What can overcome reality

is often love.

Wasn't that what you said?

Yeah, I did say that.

But as your "love bodyguard",

I support your decision.

But as your brother…

something this important.

Shouldn't you think it through again?

I've decided.

But for now,

I won't tell her yet.

I'm afraid it'll burden her.

Alright.

Since you say so,

I'll support your decision.

It's been a long time

since I played wingman.

Now that you mention it,

I'm all pumped up.

Do you need a wingman

these days?

Let's ask Mingying out.

Who?

Miss Shen.

I mean...

We invite Miss Shen and Mingying

What I mean is...

We invite Ruan Yu and Miss Shen.

And go together.

You know, the more the merrier.

The people isn't the point.

I've said so much,

but you didn't get my point?

My point is Mingying.

[After I brought Pipi]

[back from the pet shop, ]

[it hasn't been eating much.]

[I don't know why.]

[Should we take it to the vet?]

The vet?

[We've been. The doctor said to observe for now.]

[But I don't have experience.]

[Could you come take a look?]

[Okay, I'll come now.]

Now?

Pipi.

Let's try to eat a bit more

Pipi.

Ruan Yu

is coming soon.

Come on.

Pipi.

Pipi, come on, be good.

Eat first.

Pipi, just take one bite.

I'm begging you.

Just one bite, okay?

Alright, then don't eat.

Stay like this.

When Ruan Yu gets here,

let she feed you, okay?

She's coming.

You're here.

How's Pipi?

Still not eating much.

I bought it some probiotic supplements (delivery).

They'll arrive soon Okay.

This is what you told me about?

That it has no appetite?

As soon as you arrived,

it started eating.

That means

it missed you.

So Pipi missed me.

Then… how about letting Pipi

Come and stay with me for a few days?

What do you think, Pipi?

Then after Pipi finishes eating,

I'll take it with me.

Where's Pipi's carrier?

The carrier?

It's not just Pipi who missed you.

Not just Pipi?

Then who else?

There's also…

My delivery's here

Coming.

Master Li.

You're late

That writer Ruan already left.

I'm here to see you.

The first time I came to your shop,

You drove me out.

There was a gourd I hadn't finished painting.

I thought I should finish what I started,

And I want to complete it Would that be okay?

Go ahead.

So troublesome.

Such a good brain

paired with clumsy hands.

What's wrong?

I asked you to stay and do homework.

And you feel wronged?

No.

[Unluckily, ]

[I won't get a chance]

[to meet Xu Huisong after school.]

Come in.

Ms. Ruan.

There's a competition problem

I'm not sure about the solution.

Could you take a look?

[Oh my god.]

[Doing homework in my dad's office]

[was indeed a smart move]

This function problem,

based on what we

covered this morning

shouldn't be hard for you.

Ruan Yu,

Come here.

Solve this together.

[Such a hard competition problem.]

[How would I know?]

[Whatever, ]

[I'll just try plugging in formulas.]

[Maybe something will work.]

[No mercy even for his own daughter.]

[He's not going to]

[scold me in front of]

[Xu Huisong, is he?]

[Good thing he writes big.]

[Is he laughing at me?]

[So embarrassing.]

[I'm just a bit uneven in subjects.]

[My Chinese grades]

[are always first in the grade

[Actually, the problems on that test]

[I knew them all.]

[And also]

[I don't usually write that big.]