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[City of Romance]

[Episode 22]

You're back.

Where have you been these past couple of days?

Mom,

didn't you say you needed to go on a business trip?

Why are you back?

I canceled all my plans.

Your father and I aren't going anywhere.

We'll stay at home to spend time with you during this year's Spring Festival.

You still haven't answered my question.

Where did you go?

Did you go see your girlfriend?

Dad.

What happened?

Huh?

How did your face get injured?

I accidentally scraped it myself.

Did you have a fight with someone?

Are you hurt anywhere else?

-This side. -No.

No, no.

What's the big deal

about a man getting hurt?

What kind of talk is that?

It won't be good if it leaves a scar on his face.

Sit there.

Let me apply some ointment for you.

Mom, it's really fine.

Sit there.

This guy is such a handful.

Let's apply some iodine first to prevent infection.

It's really fine. It's already scabbing over.

It might sting a bit. Hold still.

Why are you laughing?

When

you were little,

you always liked to lock yourself in your room.

And you didn't like talking to people either.

I thought you'd never get into a fight in your life.

I told you I scraped it myself.

What do I do for a living?

I'm a surgeon.

This doesn't look like a scratch.

Here.

Right,

about going abroad,

I've discussed it with your father.

Since you really don't want to go,

don't go then.

Really?

Actually, I've thought about this.

As parents,

should we communicate

with our child in a different way?

He also wants to be cared about

by his parents and friends.

Su Yancheng usually appears introverted

and doesn't talk much,

and can even look a bit cold sometimes,

but actually,

he lacks a sense of security.

I think Xiaoduo is someone

who you should cherish.

Don't let her slip away, okay?

Of course I won't.

From now on, your father and I

won't say "next time" to you anymore.

What if you break your promise?

Then...

we'll pay a fine of 100 yuan.

It was Xiaoduo's idea.

A fine of 200 yuan.

Okay.

I remember when you were little,

you liked drawing very much.

Are you still drawing?

Yes.

Then...

keep at it.

Let's eat.

Let's eat.

Let's eat.

Here.

Eat some meat.

That apron he's wearing...

Your mother said

wearing this maid outfit

makes the food taste better.

Your mother asked me to wear it.

Looks great.

Why are you sitting in the dark?

You didn't turn on the lights.

The dishes I made tonight

were good, right?

Then...

go to bed early.

[Scar Gel]

Xiaomiao,

I've missed you so much.

Me too.

What delicious food did you bring?

I brought you some specialty beef jerky from my hometown.

It's really tasty. Try some.

Thank you, Xiaomiao.

I brought it specially for you.

I bought a lot.

You won't gain weight anyway,

eat as much as you want. There's plenty.

Xiaomiao,

if I've been keeping some things from you,

would you be angry with me?

What is it? Why are you so serious all of a sudden?

You just said I won't gain weight, right?

Actually, I had been overweight since I was a kid.

I've been dieting and controlling my eating

to stay like this.

That's it? You scared me.

I thought it was something serious.

Why would I be mad at you for that?

Thank you.

There's something else.

Do you remember that bathroom pervert

during the comic expo?

Yes.

He was my classmate in high school,

but I've been pretending not to know him.

He's not a good person anyway.

Pretending not to know him is the right call.

There's something else.

What else?

I...

I'm not Black's assistant.

Oh.

Xiaomiao,

I know this is a lot

to take in all at once.

But I promise

you've always been my very, very best friend.

-So I don't want to lie to you anymore. -Bai.

Do you really...

consider me your best friend?

I...

[Yu Chi]

[Decline] [Answer]

Answer the call first.

Hello, Senior.

Xiaoduo, check Weibo now!

Black's identity has been exposed!

What?

[Thank you for your attention. We look forward to seeing you again.]

[The real identity of an online comic artist exposed]

[Trending topic]

[Is it you?]

[Popularity on Weibo]

Su,

I have a flight to catch.

Sign this termination contract

and then deliver it to the publishing house.

Okay.

I'm leaving then.

Wait a moment, Chief Editor Yu!

Su Yancheng

certainly didn't expose his identity on purpose.

Give me some time.

I'll definitely figure everything out.

Please don't terminate his contract, okay?

Wait.

How did you know

that Su Yancheng is Black?

I...

Looks like I have no choice

but to terminate the contract.

I'm really sorry.

Please, I'll find a way to fix this.

Please.

Alright, stop scaring her.

Alright, I'll stop teasing you.

We're preparing to sign a new contract for Season 3.

This time, we won't keep it a secret.

Don't worry.

We already discussed with each other before releasing the Weibo post.

I've also figured it out.

Black is not just a symbol.

He's also a part of my life.

So the story will continue in Season 3,

in the name of Black,

and in the name of Su Yancheng.

That's great.

You see, Su is so handsome.

Our publishing house is even planning to change our promotional strategy.

Alright, it's getting late.

Don't keep us any longer. Go.

Okay.

Thank you, Chief Editor Yu.

You two take care, okay?

Okay.

We're fine.

What's wrong, Ostrich?

I told Xiaomiao about my past.

It seems she's having a hard time accepting it.

It's alright.

Talk to her properly and communicate openly.

Be brave.

Be brave.

You're here.

We finally found you two.

Bro, you really are Black?

What kind of expression is that?

You're not, right?

We've been roommates for three years.

How could I not know?

I'm so anxious.

Just tell us.

Just tell them.

Another day.

Another day?

Hey!

Let's go.

So annoying.

So, that's what happened.

So our president is actually the legendary Black.

I can't believe he's Black.

I should have realized it sooner.

Su Yancheng,

you...

are my idol.

President.

Black,

can I have your autograph?

-I want one too! -I want one too!

I want one too, President.

President.

I came first. I should have your autograph first.

Don't touch me.

What are you all doing?

Can't you act a little more composed?

Look here.

What is he doing?

No wonder

Black's manuscripts

suddenly appeared in our comic club.

And the drawing on the blackboard.

It all makes sense now.

Isn't Bai Xiaoduo Black's assistant?

So she knew President is Black long ago.

-Yeah. -That makes sense.

I need to confess something to you guys.

I've been lying to all of you.

Actually, I'm not Black's assistant.

What did Bai Xiaoduo say?

Not his assistant?

Didn't...

Black ask you here?

Then...

how did you get the manuscripts?

I...

found them in the trash.

She found the manuscripts in the trash?

So, you tricked us into joining the club

in the name of Black.

Bai Xiaoduo, how could you do that?

You've gone too far.

It's Bai Xiaoduo's fault that she lied.

But everything she did

was for the comic club.

Who bravely stood up when the boxing club

gave us trouble?

Who came up with the ideas for the comic expo

and helped the club win votes?

Who saved this comic club

that almost got disbanded?

So what if she lied?

Have you never lied before?

She's right.

Well said.

Bai Xiaoduo has done

so much for the comic club.

She is the hero of the comic club.

Does anyone have a problem with that?

I have let everyone down.

In the past,

I used lies to protect myself.

However,

I gradually realized

it was wrong.

It only brought temporary escape and more trouble.

Please...

Please give me another chance.

I hope, through my efforts,

I can regain everyone's trust.

Actually, I've always

wanted to thank Bai Xiaoduo.

While working on Season 3,

I hit a creative block

and even wanted to give up drawing comics.

She suddenly appeared,

pretending to be Black's assistant.

I also know it's not the right way,

but she did it for the good of the comic club.

During this time,

I believe everyone has seen all the effort

she's put into the comic club.

Bai Xiaoduo did it for the comic club.

So, as for whether Bai Xiaoduo can stay in the comic club,

I respect everyone's opinion.

I agree to let Xiaoduo stay.

I agree.

I agree too.

I agree too.

I also agree.

I agree too.

I disagree,

unless...

Bai Xiaoduo.

Yes.

Can you continue to dedicate yourself

to the comic club?

Yes.

Louder!

Yes!

This is for you.

Get lost.

Just kidding.

Junior.

Well done, Bai Xiaoduo.

Guys,

Black, Black.

Black.

This is great. We don't have to hide it anymore.

Thank you.

Let me know if you need my help.

I guess... I don't need any help.

I made an appointment with Yu Shubo. I should get going.

Just go.

Black.

I'm leaving.

Let's go, Xiaomiao.

Xiaomiao. Xiaomiao.

I want to talk to you about something.

I want to hear it too.

You can't.

Xiaomiao!

Xiaomiao!

Xiaomiao!

Xiaomiao! Xiaomiao!

Thank you for that just now.

Can I talk to you?

That is everything that has happened

to me since I was little.

That's why I developed

the bad habit of lying.

I know

it's not an excuse for lying.

Can you forgive me?

[In the Bloom of Youth]

It's indeed my fault.

I haven't been great at maintaining friendships.

You don't need to maintain them.

[As you wish]

Real friendships

happen naturally.

[As you wish] [In the Bloom of Youth]

I remember I told you

no matter what happens,

I'll always be there as long as you need me.

[As you wish] [In the Bloom of Youth]

Come on, have some beef jerky.

I'd better not. Or I'll gain weight.

I'll eat with you.

If we gain weight, we'll gain weight together.

Okay.

You both are here.

Senior, come and have some beef jerky.

It's really delicious.

Okay.

I have something to tell you.

What is it?

I'm going abroad for an exchange.

What?

Xiaoduo, this is for you.

What is it?

I thought you'd look beautiful in it,

so I bought it as a farewell gift for you.

Xiaomiao,

this is for you.

Take care of yourself and Xiao Yang.

Thank you, Senior He Rui.

You're going abroad.

We should be the ones preparing gifts for you.

I'll miss you.

I'll miss you guys too.

[One month later]

[Book Launch]

So handsome!

[Edited and drawn by: Black, Su Yancheng]

[Organizer: Chunchao]

So handsome.

Thank you.

This is for you.

I love you.

This is for you.

I'm your die-hard fan.

[Mr. Owl and Miss Flying Squirrel]

Thank you!

I'm so excited.

I love you.

Thank you.

[Organizer: Chunchao]

[Edited and drawn by: Black, Su Yancheng]

[Organizer: Chunchao]

So handsome!

♫In that starry sky♫

♫Countless stars embrace one another♫

Chairman Yu.

Would you like to have dinner together?

♫The unfinished dreams♫

No, thank you.

♫Are gently guarded by your gaze♫

♫The tiny me♫

♫Can I occupy your deep eyes?♫

Let's go.

♫In this second♫

♫I chase the heartbeat with all my might♫

Are we awesome?

Impressive.

He's my bro.

I want your autograph!

I want it too.

Give me one.

Get lost.

Give me one too!

I want one too!

♫At that alley corner♫

♫Countless memories swirl and surge♫

♫On the unfinished path♫

♫I'm escorted by your loving shadow♫

♫The lonely me♫

♫Can I walk into your future dreams?♫

♫At this moment♫

♫I long for the union of our hearts♫

♫When I stand behind you♫

♫It's as if I have the whole universe♫

♫Even if fragile and broken♫

♫I'm still steadfastly guarded♫

[Comic Club]

♫When I feel your warmth♫

♫I too begin to shine♫

[Mr. Owl and Miss Flying Squirrel]

So, my girlfriend,

are you satisfied with Season 3?

Very satisfied, my boyfriend.

I've missed you.

Dad said

he wanted me to go back these days.

His new store has just opened.

Okay, I'll go with you.

Actually, I prepared a surprise for you.

What surprise?

I said it's a surprise.

If I tell you, it won't be a surprise.

Just tell me.

I'll pretend to be very excited.

Really.

Really?

Mm-hmm.

Come on, just tell me. Don't keep me in suspense.

If you can catch me,

I'll tell you.

You can't cheat like that.

Stop, Su Yancheng.

♫Run to you♫

♫This very second, run to you♫

Once, all of this made me feel inferior.

♫From now on, no matter if it's in the dark or in the cold wind♫

Even though lies

brought me fleeting moments of relief,

the person I had been deceiving wasn't anyone else,

♫My heart will never waver or change♫

but myself.

When I mustered the courage to let go

♫Run to you♫

of what I had always so carefully protected,

I found I gained far more kindness.

♫From now on, never to be apart again♫

This sincerity

♫Even if there are storms in the future♫

allowed me

and all those who love me

to stand not face to face,

♫Even if the whole world forgets me♫

but

♫I'll still hold you in my arms♫

side by side.

Together, we can

take on

♫Until forever♫

the whole world.

You know what?

Do you know why I first talked to you

on the bench?

Why?

I don't know why

I felt familiar with you when I first saw you.

♫Run to you♫

Perhaps...

in another dimension,

♫This very second, run to you♫

there's another pair of

Mr. Owl and Miss Flying Squirrel.

♫From now on, no matter if it's in the dark or in the cold wind♫

Really?

I love you.

I love you too.

♫My heart will never waver or change♫

♫Run to you♫

♫From now on, never to be apart again♫

This looks like a genuine Black piece.

♫Even if there are storms in the future♫

Look at how smooth these lines are.

[Mr. Owl and Miss Flying Squirrel]

Impossible.

Why would Black come to our school?

♫Even if the whole world forgets me♫

I heard one of our seniors

is Black's girlfriend.

♫I'll still hold you in my arms♫

Really?

Then this senior is really something.

♫Until forever♫

Come on, let's go!

Class is starting.

[Episode 22 Love Confession]