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'It Is But Only a Goodbye' - Victoria Song

♫ The arc of time, ♫

♫ it has marked out the boundaries ♫

♫ A hasty farewell, ♫

♫ brings endless thoughts of good times ♫

♫ Lets me escape and indulge in an unfamiliar time without you ♫

♫ It is but only a goodbye ♫

♫ It is but only a reunion ♫

♫ The changes after leaving you, I try to mention only in passing ♫

♫ Then I try to explain to myself over and over, the sacrifices I've made once upon a time ♫

[Almost Lover]

[Episode 17]

Your daughter isn't a cotton jacket. She's a dollar note printer.

What good luck, huh?

I haven't seen her in all this time.

Nine wan [T/N: a mahjong tile name]

She's working. What would she do here? Play mahjong?

She'll definitely invite me to her new house to see her.

Really?

Sister, she wants to buy a house?

Of course. Nine bamboo. [T/N: a mahjong tile name]

Then...let us go see her new house too.

Let us have a look.

She's busy with the wedding. When does she have time for us?

Four bamboos. Sister, how can a mother sit out of wedding preparations?

Does she not want you to attend?

- Five bamboo. - I think that's the case.

How is that possible?

Six wan.

You guys don't believe me?

- Of course. - Of course.

- Here. - What's that? - What's that?

My daughter's new house key.

Wow.

I'd like to thank my son-in-law for the caring companionship offered to my beloved daughter.

Hence, she will be able to face any obstacles in the future

and find a reprieve from the changing world.

Daughter, no matter where you are,

Dad and Mom will always offer you a sanctuary. Come back often.

Okay. You guys can go.

The first pair is best. They act well, possess elegance, and are expressive.

Did Zhao Mingxuan force you to do this?

I asked for this.

Their treatment of me as I grew up.

You saw all of it.

The life I worked hard to obtain doesn't require their attendance.

Yes, they don't deserve to come.

However, if you do this, your entire life will turn into a farce.

I know you and Xiao Shangqi despise me for putting on such pretense,

but I do it willingly.

That's because I believe this character they craft is me.

Talented, humble, well-mannered, with loving and respectable parents.

He Xiaoran, not everyone's reality

can be exposed to the world without shame.

What's on your mind?

Even though I have no right to dictate your life,

I want to say this. If this is the case,

why didn't you get an actress to be the bridesmaid?

In the most glorious moment of my life, if there isn't a single old acquaintance,

who am I supposed to shine for?

Miss Chen, hurry back. Your family is here.

Why wasn't my budget submitted for approval?

The limited edition piano you want to bid for to use in the performance won't be reimbursed by Zhao Mingxuan.

Shen Meng is the wedding's most important guest.

Right now, he's furious that his flight schedule has been leaked.

That's why we have to fulfill his requests to the best of our abilities.

Xiao qi.

You're clueless about costs since you're not handling the family business.

Deju was behind this.

Leaking Shen Meng's schedule seems like a gimmick to garner attention for Cloud Hotel and the wedding.

On the surface, the hotel becomes more well-known. However, those in the industry will criticize the hotel

for confidentiality breaches and failure to handle crises.

Who'll take the blame? The owners or the management company?

Hello, Dad.

Hey, Xiao Xian.

Sister Zhang brewed pigeon soup for you. Drink it and get back to rest quickly.

Sure. Thanks, Dad.

Uh, is Xiao Qi with you?

Oh, do you want to speak to him?

It's fine. Tell him not to busy himself later.

Get him to come with me to golf with President Gao.

Sure. Got it.

Dad is going to golf with President Gao. He wants you to go with him.

[Xiao Xian]

- Dad. - Hey.

I didn't think I'd be able to buy this here.

Mm.

It's the same flavor as before.

[Liufuli] I remember I loved drinking this as a child.

Are you tired?

After entertaining people for a whole day, I'm drained.

By the way, Xiao Qi,

when your mom and I were younger,

we stayed in this alley.

You weren't born yet.

Your brother was... three years old.

He was only this tall.

He'll squat at the entrance every day

waiting for me and your mom to bring snacks and drinks back for him.

When you were born, we moved into a large mansion.

Actually, growing up here is pretty nice.

Xiao Qi, do you have any impression of your mom?

Back then, we were young.

Your mom wanted to do everything herself.

Our lives gradually improved,

but your mom suddenly left us.

I left you to the care of the babysitter.

I didn't spend time with your or care for you much.

After that, your brother got into the accident and crippled his leg.

He was a good child, but he seemed somewhat lacking when he met others.

In my heart, I felt like I did your mom wrong.

If I went along that day, this wouldn't have happened.

People...

When they try to flee from something, they find a good excuse for themselves.

So, I pushed everything

to you to take the blame.

- Will I feel better this way— - Dad.

I don't blame you.

Nonsense.

You were only eight years old back then. How is it possible that you wouldn't blame me?

If you didn't blame me, why would you avoid me all the time?

Our relationship as father and son became so distant.

When we met, we were like strangers.

As I watched your brother over the years,

I feel like I owe him so much and want to make even more amends.

Xiaoran is right.

I didn't even ask you

before dragging you into the guilt toward your brother.

I made you bear so much burdens,

but deprived you of love.

I almost forgot that you're my son too.

Xiaoran spoke to you?

Xiaoran texts me from time to time and talks about you.

Xiao Qi.

I think Xiaoran's personality

contains a reckless determination.

She's very similar to your mom in this aspect.

By the way, I heard she's willing to remain in Hupu and apply for the broadcasting station.

So, should I make some arrangements?

That's not necessary.

She will definitely accomplish her aspirations.

Xiao Qi, I have a premonition.

If you stay,

Yunlan will rise to power. There's something else that pleases me.

We have more time to get to know each other as father and son.

Xiaoran, you must've waited for a long time.

Young Director Xiao, do you still remember what day of the week this is?

The weekend you planned for ages ago. My parents are already at the hot spring hotel.

I'm sorry. I forgot.

I've been busy with hosting Shen Meng and the wedding recently.

Let's hurry up. What do you want to eat? I'll make a reservation.

I'm already here to pick up my boyfriend. Do you really think I need your help with that?

Let's go. I have plans.

Where are you going?

Hey!

So satisfying.

These are snacks we enjoyed as kids. I went to so many places to get them.

Too bad, Ms. Yang's Soup Dumplings is gone.

It's a surprise that these shops are still in business.

Dear girlfriend, you're so impressive.

- Humph. - Compared to you, I'm thoughtless and boring.

Exactly. This meal makes up for your lack of preparations.

Besides, you make reservations for high-end restaurants.

You'll definitely meet acquaintances and chat about work. This place is much better.

Don't worry. Once their wedding is over, such things won't happen so frequently.

All right.

I expected this desperate grasping for time

the moment I decided to stay here.

That's why I'm giving us this extra satisfaction.

Oh.

I forgot to buy the drinks from our childhood.

I'll go get them. I drank it with my dad several days ago.

You and your dad? Together?

Yeah.

Not bad.

I have to thank a certain someone for being a double agent.

What agent? I'm the famous host of Helping Each Other.

Our program has a broad reach. Most of our audience is middle-aged or elderlies.

That's why I'm so popular with older folks.

Yes, you're Host Xiao He.

Only a few months passed, but Helping Each Other feels ages ago.

Actually, you can still hear the broadcast online.

Let's go and get the drinks.

Mm.

Answer the call.

Fei'er.

Hello.

Okay, got it. Hold on.

Fei'er's piano is spoiled. She wants me to head over.

Go on.

Even after coming here to have a meal, work managed to hunt you down. Impressive.

I'll be quick.

Forget it. Help me tidy up. I'm going to Li Hui.

Okay.

Here.

Have another one.

- Get away. - Fine.

He has to go over just for tuning?

Every time we're on a date recently,

he receives phone calls from all kinds of people. It's annoying.

Don't lie. All kinds of people? Sounds like it's just Chen Fei'er.

What the heck is with her?

She really doesn't mean it this time.

Officially speaking, her wedding is an important event for Yunduan. There can't be blunders.

Personally... When we were in school,

Xiao Shangqi and I already interfered in tons of her family matters.

When it comes to saving her from her abusive father,

we've already done that countless times.

Sometimes, I even want her to be pretentious. At least, I'll be the rational one.

We've been friends for years. If you want me to leave her in the lurch, that's beyond me.

Right now, do you still believe Xiao Shangqi?

Of course. I know he's trying to make me feel secure.

That's fine then.

Enough with the depressed look.

Hey, what's this?

This? These are rice cakes and ribs. It's really delicious and the sauce is very flavorful. Try it.

- Not bad. - Yeah.

This duck's head is from my neighborhood. It's really delicious.

Look at these chicken feet.

A food cart near my house sells them. We loved them as kids.

Director Xiao, the piano has been tuned. Don't worry. There isn't any problem.

- Okay. Thank you. - I'll get going.

Sorry. I wanted to try this piano, but a problem cropped up the moment it was transported here.

I'm really nervous to work with Shen Meng.

Seems like you need to practice more.

I really hate this song.

A Midsummer Night's Dream. What wonderful dreams can I even have?

There's only the nightmare from that summer.

Fei'er.

Look at this piano. Doesn't it look like a monster baring its fangs?

What kind of marriage life will it engulf me into?

Do you still remember this piece, "Murmures"?

In high school, it was my favorite song. You used to listen to it with me back then.

Got it.

I told you, I'm not lying. My older sister is a prominent rich lady in Hupu.

i won't flee from my debts.

There's still ¥20,000 left. When are you going to pay up?

A-As soon as possible. I'll ask my sister for money.

Be quick.

Darned brat, did you take your sister's card? That's to buy a car.

Got it, got it. Buying a car. I'll buy it tomorrow.

Get out.

Don't push me. I'm heading in to look for someone.

What are you doing? I'm here to look for someone.

- This is my sister's home. - Who the heck are you even looking for?

Without the owner's permission, you can't enter.

This is my sister's home. Why can't I enter?

Your sister? Get out!

I'm telling you, I'm Chen Fei'er's younger brother. Her blood brother.

Miss Chen left specific orders before leaving. All visitors claiming to be her relatives

are forbidden from entering.

Fine. Just you wait.

Sorry, the number you have dialed is unavailable at the moment. Please try again later.

Fei'er, let's practice again.

There's only a day left. Do you think that'll make any difference?

Hello.

Sure.

Shen Meng agreed to change the song.

A change?

Yes. He wants to change it to "Murmures". Aren't you skilled at playing that?

He says he will accommodate you during the rehearsal.

Look at how much President Zhao dotes on you. I'm sure he asked Shen Meng to make the change.

Fei'er!

I just really want to win.

Why can't I even win once in my life?

Fei'er, I'll protect you in the future.

Xiao Shangqi, this is my favorite song.

"Murmures".

Fei'er, I'll get the best plastic surgeons to treat you.

Don't worry. Even if your wound can't be cured,

I'll marry you.

On the day, change the flowers.

Make them purple.

Hello, Miss Chen.

Did you ask Shen Meng to change the song?

I know it must be you.

Zhao Mingxuan wouldn't do such things for me.

This is all I can do.

All these years, I plotted

and walked on thin ice.

No one really cared for me or doted on me.

In the end, you're the only one.

Whenever I'm in trouble,

you're the only shoulder I can lean on.

Shangqi, I'm regretting. I don't want to get married.

Just once. I want to be happy for once.

Just like that relay race,

can you pull me along?

What's wrong with you?

Don't say such things here. Head inside.

I changed the song.

I want to make sure the wedding is impeccable.

That includes your performance with Shen Meng.

Don't lie to me.

Xiaoran and I saw the time capsule.

You said that no matter how long,

you'll protect me.

Shangqi.

I'm exhausted from wearing a mask and living in this shell.

I'm utterly panicking right now.

I don't know if I chose wrongly.

You know how I am. I grow up in that family.

I need a lot of time to figure out who truly loves me.

Your birth family isn't an excuse for your actions.

If you're tired, take off the mask.

Live honestly.

If you don't want to get married, tell me as soon as possible.

Yunlan will make the necessary preparations to handle this.

Chen Fei'er.

What are you doing?

You're just one step away.

Don't regret your choices.

You play much better than I expected.

This is the song I loved the most in high school.

Every time I hear it, I'll think of a good friend of mine.

It's as though the most comforting moments of my life

were spent with him.

This good friend of ours must be Mr. Xiao, who persuaded me to change the song.

Are you tired?

Xiaoran, ever since we met in Hupu

until this period of wedding preparations, tons have happened.

I'm really quite tired.

My heart is insanely frazzled.

My behavior was also rather rude.

I also made you feel uneasy a while back.

However, it'll all be good after tomorrow.

Tomorrow, I'll be getting married.

Fei'er.

I hope you'll be happy.

I put in so much effort. I have to be happy.

In this world, only you and Xiao Shangqi

truly hope for my happiness. I finally understand.

Both of you have to remain in Hupu, so the iron trio sticks together.

That's the best conclusion, isn't it?

Pick up the phone.

What's wrong?

The guests to this party are all extemmed folks.

None of us low-ranked staff dare to offend them.

This new waiter

is way too careless and toppled President Zhao's champagne tower.

He even cut his hand.

- Let me take a look first. - Let's go.

Let's do this for now.

I'll get someone to tidy up right away.

Head back quickly to rest. Don't foil tomorrow's event. All right?

Tidy up? Oh.

This place isn't worthy of your attention, Brother Xian?

Where is Xiao Shangqi?

Why did he send over someone who abstains from cigarettes and alcohol?

How inauspicious.

- How did you get in? - I'm the bride's younger brother.

Please show us your invitation.

I don't need an invitation. Get away.

Tell Chen Fei'er that if she doesn't meet me today,

she'll regret it tomorrow.

[Cloud Hotel]

[ZC Wedding]

[Meeting You, Meeting Love]

- Long time no see. - Long time no see.

[Meeting You, Meeting Love]

Where are you planning to go on your honeymoon?

My honeymoon? That's not decided yet.

That depends on Mingxuan's schedule. Maybe we'll head to Paris.

- Paris? - Paris?

What's that fragrance?

Is it from Frederic Malle?

Oh, I'm not sure about the brand.

I think Mingxuan got someone to customize it.

Mingxuan really loves you. You're so blessed.

[Wedding] [Zhao Mingxuan & Chen Fei'er]

Hey, Old Xiao.

- Sorry. Long time no see. - Long time no see.

I should thank Yunlan for managing Mingxuan's wedding.

We're family. There's no need for such courtesies.

I'm rather jealous of you two.

You're recuperating abroad and enjoying a carefree life.

We're just old folks who can't keep up with the times.

What can we even do if we insist on clinging on?

A'Xian and Xiao Qi are both outstanding. You should retire soon.

- President Zhao. - Hey.

I'll go greet them.

Dad.

Seems like Uncle Zhao is clueless about the strained tensions between Deju and us.

Clueless?

He's well aware that his son has us in the plan of his hand.

he's just pretending to be ignorant.

Chairman, we've gotten to the bottom of that matter.

Let's head over there.

This bridal bouquet looks a little withered.

It got exposed to the sun during the photoshoot just now. It'll be fine once we spray some water on it.

- That won't do. Make a new one. - Sure.

Once those dresses have been organized, bring them to the banquet hall.

Also, these shoes are giving me blisters. Find a way to resolve this.

Understood. I'll get to it right away.

Xiaoran.

Why don't you chat more with the rest?

It'll be helpful for Xiao Shangqi's career.

How can I even help him?

These people are from rich families or married into wealth.

You can get to know them

and build friendships.

One's social circle is a business market.

I don't even know them.

Do you know why they're so aloof to you?

That's because you're only Xiao Shangqi's female companion.

Female companion?

Girlfriend, lover, or fiancée.

In their eyes, all these are female companions.

Nobody cares about you.

I know you think

I'm hilarious as I entertain their whims.

However, if you're with Xiao Shangqi, do you think you'll be able to maintain your integrity?

Sooner or later, you'll end up like me.

Being an independent woman? Your ambitions for news broadcasting?

In the future, Yunduan's tea times will be your battlefield.

That's impossible.

I'm genuinely mean well for you.

After all, we'll be fighting side by side in Hupu.

Right?

Fei'er, if there's nothing else to do, I'll get going.

Sure. Head straight to the banquet hall's waiting area.

I want to be alone for a while too.

Are you... nervous?

When one is closest to success,

that's when they're most anxious and apprehensive.

Most nervous as well.

Cheers.

Xiaoran!

Excuse me.

Don't move.

You look perfect now.

When did you prepare this?

I thought about this ever since you tried on the bridesmaid gown.

Do you like it?

- Shangqi. - Mm.

After this wedding is over,

can we return to how we were in Wusu?

What are you referring to?

I'm trying to say...

Does it mean that Fei'er's matters

are none of our business regardless of her married life in the future?

Of course, Xiaoran.

I promise that once this wedding is over,

Yunlan will no longer rely on Deju.

We no longer have to do things we're powerless to refuse.

We can plan our life together.

Director Xiao.

We meet again.

- Nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you too.

You sure are an outstanding young man.

You father and I have been friends for years.

Our board of directors is very interested in your proposal back then.

Once the wedding is over, can we chat over it?

Let me introduce my girlfriend to you. She's He Xiaoran.

Miss He, what is your family business?

My family don't manage any businesses.

My mother is an art teacher.

Director Xiao, how about we chat somewhere else?

I'm sorry. Today, I...

Go ahead. Li Hui and Old Sui are here. I'll look for them.

Okay. I'll look for you once I'm done.

It's fine. Get on with your tasks. Go ahead.

Sure. Please come this way.

Okay.

Girlfriend, lover, or fiancée.

In their eyes, all these are female companions. Nobody cares about you.

- This is heavenly. - All right.

This is our most popular car. You can get in the car and have a look.

Old man, get in.

It's really spacious.

This car's exterior is stylish and the interior is exquisite.

It really is quite exquisite.

- Gorgeous. - So impressive.

This car is only tens of thousands of yuan.

Look at Zhao Mingxuan's car. That's truly imposing.

Let's look at others.

Aren't you embarrassed to compare with your brother-in-law?

Don't be greedy.

Your dad and I put down our prides

- and pestered your sister for this. - Exactly.

What I mean is that buying a car is no trivial matter.

Let's browse elsewhere.

Son.

This isn't good, that isn't good.

Your sister is getting married today.

We can't even attend the wedding.

- At the very least, we have to get ourselves a car. - Mom, let's look at more.

Miss, we'll pay by card.

Sure.

Look at this color.

This is the one. Excellent.

I'm sorry. This card has insufficient funds.

- Do you have other cards? - Huh?

Call her right away.

How did this happen?

It's connected.

Pick up, Fei'er.

Fei'er isn't answering the call.

Wha...

What the heck?

Ridiculous.

Miss, is your machine faulty?

My son-in-law is a prominent figure in hupu.

This card can't be out of money.

- Exactly. Try again. - Yes, try again.

I've already tried several times. Our POS device isn't faulty.

It's fine. There's no hurry. You can clarify matters first.

Stop embarrassing yourselves.

She hasn't even become Mr.s Zhao,

but she's already pulling tricks on us.

I bet she gave us a card without money to make a fool of us.

That's preposterous.

No way.

Why not?

Dad, Mom, head home first.

I'll look for her and make her fork out the money.

- Okay. - You can get in there?

I have a way to get in.

We'll go with you.

How dare she fool us on such an important day!

- Eaxctly! - No, you should go home.

Son, I think your dad makes a lot of sense.

If you go alone, what are you going to do if you're chased out?

- There is might in numbers. Let's go. - Come on.

- We'll going home. - You guys should head home first.

- Let's go! - Don't be scared. Dad and Mom are here.

- I can— - Don't worry. We're with you.

Right? She should fork out that money.

This won't do! We'll make her pay!

Go and socialize.

Sister Xixi tried really hard just so you can get to know people for the perfume brand.

I have nothing to talk to them about.

The bread from this luxury hotel tastes rather bland.

They'll only start the meal at 7 p.m. Are they trying to starve me to death?

I think it tastes great.

Is it that good?

It's not as good as skewers.

How about we get supper together tonight?

We'll be heading back tomorrow.

So soon?

I haven't even bought local delicacies for you.

There are still souvenirs for Old He and Xiao Feng.

That's not necessary. In this day and age, we can get everything online.

You're right. There aren't anything special in this place.

Rather, there are things in Wusu that money can't buy.

What's with you?

You feel down.

Suddenly, I feel like I live in a different world from them.

Director Wang, long time no see!

Hello. You are...

We met on the yacht party.

The yacht party? I've never been to one.

Sorry.

Why do I feel these guys are so pretentious?

You won't accompany him and do such things in the future, right?

What are you doing? Such a clutz.

- Sorry. - It's fine.

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'Everyone Knows I Love You' - Liu Yuning

♫ My memories have suddenly halted ♫

♫ Is it because I've been missing you for too long? ♫

♫ At that intersection in the past, ♫

♫ there's a lonely person has been waiting all this time ♫

♫ I'm most afraid of the phrase, "We're just friends" ♫

♫ After turning around, there are so many excuses ♫

♫ to turn back the time ♫

♫ I'd run towards that intersection in my memory ♫

♫ that I've looked passed for too long, ♫

♫ And give back the waiting I owe you in the first place ♫

♫ I want a future of you and I where ♫

♫ neither one of us are drifting alone ♫

♫ If there's a reunion in love, I would want to hold your hand ♫

♫ When I'm by your side, ♫

♫ we will not let go ♫