All language subtitles for The.Rational.Life.S01E16.Episode.16.WEBRip.Netflix.en

Song Ziyan!

Wear your shoes, okay?

Mr. Writer, your fan
is asking for updates.

Is the next chapter of the webtoons done?

I work overtime daily.
I don't have time to update it.

I'm lacking inspiration lately.
My creativity is running dry.

-Hello?
-Hello, Su Yang?

I can help you think of something.

You can try to expand
the city's background

to the city.

During the day,
they hide their true nature.

At night,

the city will become the world of animals.

In other words, you can expand

the story's background.

Humans and animals are symbiotic.

You can't tell based on appearances.

But at night, think about it,

even animals face
harsh survival principles.

Previously, didn't you write

about how kind and protective
humans are towards animals?

I think you can try describing

how animals protect the city
in the future.

Am I

talking too much?

No.

I think you're quite imaginative.

Thank you.

Su Yang.

You can do it.

I will…

I'll always support you.

All the best.

For this test-drive event,

the time is quite limited to prepare
for such an important task.

Thank you, everyone.

Ms. Shen and I already went to see
the venue and route.

It's very, very well-planned.

But we haven't decided

how to implement

our theme yet.

Last week,

the family and environmentally friendly
theme that Ms. Shen suggested

was already approved.

I want to hear your conclusion

about how we're going
to implement the theme this week.

I need novel ideas,

not conventional ones.

This time,

can we hire a professional racer

to showcase the powerful
acceleration performance

and eliminate their misunderstanding
on acceleration

and other functions
of new energy vehicles?

For environmental protection,
I think we can show

how new energy vehicles contribute
to reducing city noise and pollution.

For example, during the driving process,
Zenpro Group's latest model

can almost reach
the NVH silence level of a library.

During the test-drive event,

why don't we just design a small segment

to collect noise?

Let's use a noise level meter

to show people the exact number.

Any newer ideas?

I've got an unconventional idea.

The theme of our test-drive event

is family and environmentally friendly.

After the test-drive event,

can we hold a stargazing event?

Be more specific.

We can find a spot
with a high visibility rate.

Let the parents bring their kids there

to experience the beautiful starry sky
that they don't see in the city.

I think this idea

really fits our theme.

And I'm sure the kids would love it.

Any more novel ideas?

I think Ms. Shen's idea is quite good.

If the kids like it,
the parents will definitely like it.

So it would be easy to reach our goal.

But the problem is,

can we find
a stargazing place in the city?

I do have a place in mind.

Ms. Shen, come with me after work.

If it's suitable, add it to your proposal.

I think

it should be a good place.

Yes, Mr. Xu.

-Ruoxin.
-Qi Xiao.

You go first.

Can I…

You go first.

-Any plans for today?
-No. It's fine, I can go.

I haven't told you what it is yet.

As a competent assistant,
I must understand my boss.

You must have some work for me to do.

I can do it. No problem.

Can you come with me today
to the place Mr. Xu mentioned?

If there's anything we must document,
help me do it.

I'll get it done.

Okay.

Mr. Xu.

I think our preparation time is too short.

Can I bring my assistant, Qi Xiao, today

for documentation purposes

to avoid any problems?

No problem.

Get in.

I made an exclusive VIP reservation.

This way, no one will disturb us.

It'll be easier for our inspection.

Mr. Xu.

Actually, there's no need

to have so many service crews.

This mall arranged this.

Perhaps they want to give us
the best impression

to secure future collaborations.

Besides, in this society,

as long as you're willing to spend more,
you'll surely get better service.

That's a truth that will never change.

They all get paid for overtime.

So why won't they do it?

My goodness.

When I look through this telescope,
it's so beautiful.

Yes.

It's hard to see stars
in the city these days, right?

Yes.

We see less and less of them.

This isn't a place
open to ordinary customers.

They only cater to VIP customers.

Because that is an expensive telescope.

You can clearly see

the different colors on the planets

and even details on the moon
a dozen meters away.

You'll be able to see

lunar craters, impact craters,

rilles, and lunar maria.

So,

this is what VIP members like us

should enjoy when going on a date.

That's right.

The night sky
looks really splendid from here.

Mr. Xu.

I can understand you.

This is

your pursuit of quality.

However,

for our stargazing event this time,

I hope that our clients

can truly experience

the importance of low-carbon trips.

It's so that more ordinary people
living in this city

won't need to spend a lot of money

to enjoy the natural scenery
and the environment.

I hope we can give people more confidence

that in making our own choices,

we can let the city we live in
have the most dazzling starry sky again.

It's nice to have
a VIP member venue indeed

and it's very high-end.

But it doesn't really fit

our event's theme this time.

I think we can check out more venues.

If that's the case,

I will reserve my comments first.

Okay.

-Check out more places then.
-Okay.

Where's your assistant?

He was just here.

Hello.

You must be tired from working all day.

This is my job.

You're working hard in the cold.
Here. Have a warm drink.

Well…

How can I take that?

It's okay.

Thank you, young man.

Young people like you are rare.

They don't even want to talk
to an old man like me.

I've loved listening
to stories of elders since I was young.

Sir, consider me your junior.

-Let's chat.
-Sure.

Sir, do you know any nearby places

that are suitable for stargazing?

Stargazing?

There is one.

I have a secret stargazing spot.

-I'll tell you.
-Really?

Where were you?

I saw that you and Mr. Xu were busy,

so I checked around the area.

You're done looking around?

You should have informed us.

Didn't we agree

that you'd help with documentation?

Qi Xiao, Xiaole has a family matter
to attend to.

I told him to go home.

Use my car

to take Ms. Shen home.

There's no need, sir.

I'll take a cab.

Mr. Xu, let me drive you home.

I told you.

You're in charge of taking Ms. Shen home.

It's really okay, Mr. Xu.

You should go home early.

It's really convenient for me
to get a cab.

Okay.

Take care on your way home then.

You don't have to drive home.

Get Ms. Shen a cab.

I'll drive myself home.

-Text me when you get home.
-Okay.

Bye, Mr. Xu.

Ruoxin.

I'll take you to a place.

Where?

Qi Xiao.

Where are you taking me?

It's late. Will it be dangerous?

Don't worry.

Just follow me.

Kids are all talk.

Are you okay?

I'm okay.

Be careful.

How much further is it?

We'll get there soon.

It's so pretty.

How did you find this?

What do you think? Nice, right?

I just chatted with the security guard.
I didn't expect to gain anything.

So someone gave you a tip.

I was wondering why you disappeared.

You're pretty good.

Just like the stars.

I think Mr. Xu's VIP member venue
is very expensive

and clients may not even like it.

Look, if we hold
the test-drive event here,

it's so open

and close to nature.

People living in big cities
will surely love this.

Qi Xiao, you've really reminded me.

How can children in the city

see so many stars nowadays, right?

On that day, we'll drive all day

to this lake here.

Then everyone can see the stars together.

We can hold

a family stargazing event.

It fits the theme
of our test-drive event, doesn't it?

Ruoxin.

You're amazing.

Qi Xiao.

You did well this time.

I have to reward you.

You owe me way too many rewards now.

By the way, I forgot to tell you.

My mom is inviting you
to dinner at my house.

Really?

-Dinner at your house?
-Yes.

This place is really nice.

Good morning, everyone.

Hello, good morning.

-Good morning, Sijia.
-Good morning.

-Sijia.
-Ms. Qiao.

Did you forget to send the proofread
contract to Mr. Ruan last night?

I forgot about it.

I'm sorry.

Hurry up, or you'll get scolded again.

Watch your performance rating this month.

Okay, I'll send it now.

Hurry up.

Su Yang really let the animals
into the city.

It's quite nice.

How did you find this place?

Qi Xiao found it.

We heard it's really beautiful at night,

so we went there last night.

Last night?

He could have told me.

I could have stayed last night

and checked the place out together.

This way,

we don't need to go again.

The security guard told me
when we were about to leave last night.

The thing is
we don't know Suzhou very well.

And we weren't sure
if we could use the place or not.

Most importantly, it's too far away.

We were afraid you'd waste your effort.

It's quite nice.

I just need to go and check again.

What's important is to check

if we can have an event there.

Okay.

-Thank you, Mr. Xu.
-You're welcome.

Ask Qi Xiao to check on Dushu Lake again.

I'm afraid the weather won't be good

and we can't hold the event.

Outdoor events are all about
the weather after all.

Don't worry, Mr. Xu.
I'll arrange everything.

Okay, you've worked hard today.

No, it's part of my job.

You're working late.

Ms. Zhou, what are you doing here?

Taking out the trash.

I'll do it for you.

Qi Xiao.

I want to ask you.

Last night, you guys
really worked overtime that late?

Ruoxin came back
in the middle of the night.

I saw Mr. Xu taking her home earlier.

She was working late?

Ms. Zhou, don't worry.

Lately, we're holding a stargazing event.

Last night,

we inspected the venue together.

Then I came back with Ruoxin.

Today, I think

Ruoxin brought Mr. Xu there again,

so he brought her home.

Everything's normal. Don't worry.

You two were together last night?

That's a relief.

Ms. Zhou.

I heard

-that you want to invite me to dinner.
-Yes.

Xinxin already told you about it, right?

The night after tomorrow,

neither of you is allowed
to work overtime.

I'll treat you to dinner.

I'll be the host.

You helped me out so much last time.

I have to thank you.

Look at you.

It's what I should do.

Should I come home earlier to help you?

That would be great.

I've noticed that you can cook last time.

Right.

A guy who can cook

is a rare find these days.

Do well the day after tomorrow then.

Add points

to your image.

What's your specialty?

How about sweet and sour pork ribs?

That's Xinxin's favorite.

Really?

It's sweet and sour.

All girls like them.

It's an authentic Shanghai flavor.

But young girls these days

like heavy flavors.

Okay, it's settled then.

I'll buy the ribs the day after tomorrow.

I'll choose nice ones.

-You even know how to choose them?
-Yes.

That's not easy.

Many outstanding talents are youngsters.

You're a treasure.

No.

Ms. Zhou.

I was raised by a single mom too.

So I know how hard it was

for you.

You're so thoughtful.

Don't worry.

I'll surely

help you.

Thank you, Ms. Zhou. Let me do it.

Let's go.

Send it to me via email.

Text me afterward, okay?

Mom, where did you go?

I took out the trash.

By the way, Mom, didn't you say

that you want to invite Qi Xiao
to dinner soon?

Set the date.

He helped us quite a bit before.

We're on the same page.

I saw him downstairs earlier.

I told him

to come over for dinner
the day after tomorrow.

He said yes.

But the night after tomorrow,
no one can work overtime.

Don't do it the day after tomorrow then.
How about this weekend?

Mrs. Wang and Xiao'ai are only
available the night after tomorrow.

Mom, I told you.

Don't be a matchmaker.

I saw your video call
with Mrs. Wang and Xiao'ai last time.

To tell you the truth,

Qi Xiao surely won't like
a girl like Xiao'ai.

You're lying.

Xiao'ai is nice.

In what way?

Didn't you hear Mrs. Wang?

How did Xiao'ai break up
with her ex-boyfriend?

I can tell by listening to you
that this girl must be dramatic,

vain, and superficial.

Can you stop torturing Qi Xiao?

So what if she's dramatic?

If girls don't act dramatically
when they date, when can they do that?

If you don't act dramatically,

how do you know
that your boyfriend is serious about you?

You're not dramatic.

Please bring home an outstanding man then.

Xiao'ai is dramatic?

You should know
that Mrs. Wang is quite well-off.

They have a house in the city

and a huge villa in Songjiang.

Mom, don't tell Qi Xiao about this.

How can a straightforward guy like him

want to accept financial support
from others?

Besides, you told me
that Qi Xiao already likes someone.

I know Qi Xiao very well.

He's not a disloyal type.

Has Qi Xiao confessed to her yet?

Did he get a yes?

What era are we in?

Can you please keep your wits?

Don't put all your eggs in one basket.

Mom.

Fine.

Introduce him to her.

You're right.

It's always good to make
some friends, right?

Introduce him to her.

Good.

That's what I want to hear.

The facts speak for themselves.

You'll see.

Hurry up.

Stop dillydallying.

Qi Xiao, where is Ms. Shen?

She's in a meeting with Mr. Xu.

Here's the guest list
for our test-drive event.

After her meeting,
let her do a final confirmation.

Once it's confirmed,
we'll officially hand out the invitations.

Is it urgent?

Office hours are almost over.
How about tomorrow?

No later than tomorrow morning.

If not, I won't be able
to answer to my boss.

-Don't worry.
-Thank you.

Ms. Zhang was here.

She gave you the guest list

for final confirmation.

When does she want it?

I've asked her. There's no rush.

Tomorrow morning is fine.

-No need to finish it today.
-That's good.

Ruoxin, it's time to leave. Let's go.

It's still early.

I need to finish
what Mr. Xu told me to do.

Have you forgotten?

What?

My mom is inviting you over
for dinner today.

That's right.

Look.

Your mom sent me a lot of ingredients
to buy from the supermarket.

You can go ahead then.

I'll be right home after I'm done.

When will you be home then?

Before 7:30 p.m.

You can eat first. Don't wait for me.

This isn't about me anyway.

That won't do.

We must wait for you for dinner.

Otherwise, it would be awkward.

It would be quite awkward indeed.

My mom already told you?

Yes.

You don't have to be nervous or shy.

Just act natural.

Do what you normally do.

That's cute, isn't it?

Okay.

I'll do as you say.

Come home early, okay?

Go. They're waiting for you.

Remember, you agreed to it yourself.

We'll wait for you then.

Go.

Come home early.

I left work already, Ms. Zhou.

Don't worry and wait at home.

I'll buy the groceries.

Thank you, Qi Xiao.

I even asked you to do
so many things today.

I'm a bit embarrassed.

Don't mention it.

Ruoxin already told me.

It's the chance for me
to do my best today.

Ruoxin told you?

That's a relief.

Tonight,

you must do well.

I'll try to get you two
to confirm your relationship.

Thank you, Ms. Zhou.

"Confirm your relationship"?

Which one do you like?

Ma'am, is this Iberico pork?

Of course.

All the licenses are validated.

You can check.

Young man, trust me.

It smells so good when cooked.

It's free if it doesn't smell good.

Okay, I'll take this one.

Okay.

Hello, Ms. Zhou?

I already bought the ingredients.
I'll be right there.

Don't forget to bring me some cilantro.

Ruoxin's favorite food
is braised eggplant with cilantro.

Sure, no problem.

I'll buy it in a while.

I have to go. Bye.

Was that your mother-in-law?

Ma'am,

whether I'll succeed or not

depends on these ribs today.

I'm sure you'll succeed.

I'm a mother-in-law too.

I'll get you a better one.

Sure.

Okay, this one.

Okay.

-Thank you, ma'am.
-Okay.

Mom.

You'll be home soon, right?

Mrs. Wang and her daughter
have been here for a while.

I'll be home soon.

Is Qi Xiao there?

He's here.

I'm hanging up.

-Isn't it nice, Ms. Zhou?
-It is.

-It's for you.
-Thank you.

I knew it. You're so smart.

You even brought flowers.

Ruoxin likes stars,

so I chose baby's breath to match it.

I think this color suits…

the living room.

She is…

Xiao'ai.

This flower is from him.

-Thank you.
-Ms. Zhou, this is…

Didn't Ruoxin tell you?

She's my former colleague, Mrs. Wang Ping.

This is her daughter, Xiao'ai.

I told you about him earlier.

He's my daughter's assistant.

His name is Qi Xiao.

What do you think?

He's good-looking, right?

What's important is that
this kid has a high EQ.

Damn it.

I met you two thanks to Ms. Zhou.

I'm so happy today.

Ms. Zhou,

I'll go to the kitchen
to prepare the pork.

Just sit here today

and keep Mrs. Wang and Xiao'ai company.

I'll take care of the kitchen myself.

I can't let you do the work.

I'll do it.

You can entertain the guests.

This kid

is so shy.

Do you like him?

Ms. Zhou is asking if you like him.

Ruoxin, what's going on?

Why didn't you tell me

the reason why Ms. Zhou
invited me over for dinner?

I'll be right there.

I'll advise you when I get there.

Why are you hiding in the kitchen?

The lady I introduced to you
is pretty, right?

I already told you.

I'll only introduce you

to the best.

-Ms. Zhou, I--
-Listen to me.

Mrs. Wang's husband is a professor.

So technically,
they are from a family of scholars.

They're quite well-off.

The more well-off people are,

the higher their standards are.

Hide your family's situation well.

-Hide?
-That's right.

I told them

that you're just temporarily
being an assistant.

You're preparing for your bar exam now.

You're going to be a lawyer in the future.

But in terms of coming

from a single-parent family,

don't mention that today.

If you say too much,
she would have some concerns.

After the two of you get close,

after knowing your personality,

slowly tell her about it.

She'll accept it.

Do you understand?

Ms. Zhou, don't worry. I understand.

Go.

Wait.

Look at you.

You look travel-stained,

like a delivery guy.

Yes.

You're perfect now.

Come on.

Mrs. Wang.

I'll let Qi Xiao chat with you.

I'll go and cook.

Thank you.

Qi Xiao.

I heard you graduated from ECNU.

ECNU is a great university.

Majoring in law is good too.

Mrs. Wang.

Actually, I studied law

because I was confused.

Ms. Zhou already told you, right?

I won't be a legal assistant for long.

My dream is to open an online shop

and have my own business.

An online shop?

Qi Xiao.

Even if you don't become a lawyer,

being a legal assistant in a big company

is still a decent job.

Why…

Why do you want to open an online shop?

You're not aware.

I opened an online shop
when I was in college.

I skipped classes daily back then

and didn't take my exams

to make my online shop bigger and better.

But I was unlucky.

Shortly after getting on track,

my partner swindled all the money.

That's why I can only
be a legal assistant temporarily.

But don't worry.

When I save enough money one day,

I'll definitely reopen my online shop.

Mom.

Qi Xiao.

We can discuss

your career plan slowly.

I heard from Ms. Zhou
that you're very capable.

You can do housework, cook,

and even take care of people.

Men like you are rare these days.

Right.

Mrs. Wang.

I've been good at taking care
of people since I was little.

My dad passed away when I was young.

My mom worked hard to raise me.

It wasn't easy.

That's why I have to take care of my mom.

I resolved to buy
a big house after I succeeded

with my online shop

for my future wife and my mom to live in.

There's an old saying in China.

"Filial piety comes first." That's right.

I shouldn't forget my mom
after getting married.

I want my wife to take care of my mom.

Right?

Mom.

I told you I didn't want to come.

Xiao'ai.

Xiao'ai.

Why are you leaving?

Mrs. Wang.

I've prepared the food already.

Ms. Zhou, he's…

He’s very unreliable.

He's a poor sexist.

"He's a poor sexist"?

Qi Xiao.

What did you tell them?

Ms. Zhou.

I got so nervous

that I told the truth.

I told them I have no property or savings.

I couldn't even pass the bar exam.

And my mom is depending on me.

You're so stupid.

You silly kid.

Why did you tell them the truth?

I'm home.

-Ruoxin, you're back?
-Yes.

Mom.

Where are they?

Where are Mrs. Wang and Xiao'ai?

You're an idiot.

I'm so mad that my blood pressure went up.

I can't believe they didn't like Qi Xiao.

It's fine if they don't like him.

You really don't know

how mean their comments about him were.

They said I introduced
a poor sexist to them.

How can Qi Xiao be a poor sexist?

Why doesn't he deserve her daughter?

I told you.

Don't be a matchmaker.

You know what kind of people
Mrs. Wang's family are,

yet you wouldn't listen.

Ruoxin.

-Wash your hands and have dinner.
-Okay.

Ms. Zhou.

Don't be mad.

Qi Xiao.

Don't take what they said

to heart.

Don't bully youngsters for being poor.

I have faith in you.

I'll surely introduce you
to a nice girl in the future.

She'll be at least 100 times better

than Xiao'ai.

Ms. Zhou, you don't have to.

Didn't I tell you?

I already

have someone that I like.

Although I don't deserve her yet,

one day,

I can stand next to her.

I like men with integrity like you.

The one who'll be your girlfriend

is so lucky.

That's enough. Let's put this behind us.

If they won't eat, we will.

-Come on, let's eat.
-Let's eat.

Let's go.

-Come on.
-Come on, Ms. Zhou.

Try it.

Qi Xiao's cooking is delicious.

It smells so good.

And he made all these
in just half an hour.

Eat, Mom. The food will get cold.

Ms. Zhou,
this braised eggplant is really unique.

I've never had it this way before.

If you haven't tried it,

-then make me proud today.
-Thank you.

-Try it.
-Okay.

It smells so good.

You added the cilantro
while cooking, right?

Are you asking me?

I'm not sure

if I want to tell you yet

and how to tell you about it.

There's a saying,

"After a student masters his teacher's
skill, his teacher will lose his job."

This is the Shen family's secret recipe.
You won't pass it on to outsiders, right?

Ms. Zhou.

How can a teacher lose his job
after his student masters his skill?

The teacher won't need to do it himself
after the student masters his skill.

Look. If you're craving eggplants
in the future,

just send me a text.

"Qi Xiao, I want to eat eggplants."

I'll cook it for you right away.

Look at you, young man.

You're so good with your words.

If you're going to pursue a girl,

who can handle you?

I just don't know right now

who would be so lucky for you to pursue.

By the way, Ruoxin,

Ms. Zhou told me
that you like sweet and sour pork.

Try this. I made it.

Nice.

How is it?

How did you know how to make this?

What?

It's exactly the same as my dad's cooking.

Eat.

Qi Xiao.

Where did you learn
how to cook sweet and sour pork?

I learned it by myself online.

It said

that if you add plum sauce
to sweet and sour pork,

it would have a unique taste.

What's wrong? You don't like it?

You like it?

Eat more if you like it.

Eat more.

It's okay, Ms. Zhou.

Try this.

Shredded pork in chili sauce.

I especially learned this
from a Sichuan chef.

Ruoxin likes spicy food,
but I know you don't.

So I especially tweaked it a bit.

I hope it's spicy, but not too spicy.

What do you think?

This is good.

Adding a little spiciness

makes it more fragrant and fresh.

Ruoxin.

-Try this too.
-Okay.

It's really good.

The shredded pork
in chili sauce goes so well with rice.

I need to eat at least
two bowls of rice today.

Have some more then.

Here.

You too. Eat more.

Just eat.

Subtitle translation by: Coleen Chua