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♪The gentle breeze sweeps by♪

♪As the starlit sky shines bright♪

♪Our dreams glow with fiery light♪

♪In this world♪

♪We agree to take the challenge together♪

♪Never looking back, without letting us down♪

♪Stars fall into the endless ocean♪

♪We'll find the days gone by♪

♪Sharing joy alike♪

♪Standing strong through the strife♪

♪Vows, clear as day and bright♪

♪Every day, we laugh and bicker, shout and fight♪

♪Running through the streets and alleyways♪

♪Every time, you're there by my side♪

♪My shoulder's always there to shield you from storms♪

♪If you cry and feel the sadness inside♪

♪I'll give it all to roam by your side♪

♪Like the closest friend in stride♪

♪But somehow, it feels more, undefined♪

♪Stars dream of returning to the sea♪

♪Fulfilling them, like our promises alight♪

♪Riding on a white horse once more♪

♪Reappearing by your side♪

♪To be your guiding light♪

=You Are My Lover Friend=

=Episode 13= =Reunion Is Only Complete With You=

We've reviewed the proposals

from Jiujiang and CBBC.

Do you have any additional comments?

Nangang's aviation loan

is a new project

for us.

We can bypass the credit check,

audit it internally,

and offer a loan

3 to 5 times more

than CBBC's under the same

application conditions.

Jiujiang does have some autonomy

in loan amounts and approvals.

But the minimum period

for the aviation loan is five years.

A low bad debt rate and stability

are more important.

In these two aspects,

CBBC has unmatched advantages.

Thank you, Mr. Zhou, Ms. Tang.

We'll discuss it and tell you

the results.

Let's end

the meeting here.

Alright.

- Ms. Tang and I - Okay.

seem to be fated.

I don't believe in fate.

Do you only believe in reason,

not emotion?

Emotion depends on the person.

With some people,

it's unnecessary.

Let's stay in touch.

- Stay in touch. - Thank you.

- Stay in touch. - Sure.

Alright, it's on.

- All set. - Jiang is really something.

Tang changed it himself.

Didn't turn off the valve,

and water sprayed all over the kitchen.

I had to clean it up

for ages.

Actually,

changing the water filter

is very simple.

But it needs to be done every 6 months.

No worries. I've already set

a reminder.

Thank you, Uncle.

Next time it needs it,

I'll come over again.

It's no trouble.

Come on.

- Sit. - Have some fruit.

Thank you, Ms. Zhou.

Ms. Zhou.

Dad.

Am I lost?

This is my home, right?

We have a guest over.

Come on. Sit, sit.

Why are you here?

Why can't I come?

What's going on?

Why did you tell us?

We've already finished dinner.

I had a meeting nearby.

I thought since it was close to home,

I'd come over for a bite.

Since you three

have finished eating,

I guess I can leave.

Alright, alright.

Okay, okay.

Have some fruit.

There's soup. I'll heat it up for you.

- Come on. - Let me help.

- Sit down. - Sit down.

Alright, alright.

Sit, sit, sit.

Why is he here?

He came to fix our water filter.

Thank you, Master Jiang.

Here, have some fruit.

Pay me fifty.

Come on.

Have some more corn.

Work has drained my soul.

One sip of this hot soup,

and I feel revived.

Don't just drink the soup.

You need to eat some dishes too.

Take your time. Don't choke.

Come on.

Sit down.

Ms. Zhou,

how are we spending

the New Year this year?

How?

The same as always.

We'll do it with her aunt's family.

I've heard

that New Year vacation trips

are quite trendy lately.

It's

a few families together

going to a tropical

beach island.

The weather

will be cozy.

Right. I have a colleague named Qin Yue.

She took a few families

to Sanya for a holiday.

Yes, we could go together, just the two families.

We could hire a tour guide.

Right?

Can I spend

the whole holiday

sleeping in the hotel?

Of course.

We're okay with that,

but her aunt can't fly.

She's never taken a plane.

It's the New Year, we can't just

leave her behind, can we?

If she doesn't want to fly,

what about a cruise?

Cruises seem pretty nice, too.

On the cruise,

no need to move.

Just enjoy good food, beautiful views,

and evening shows.

I heard the shows are great.

Well, I've seen it in movies many times.

It's really nice.

So can we have barbeque

on the deck

while enjoying the sea breeze?

Of course.

Jiang, don't mention it.

You forgot that year?

Your mom and I tried something new

and joined a cruise tour.

In the end,

both of us got vertigo.

We felt dizzy all the time,

lying in the cabin, vomiting,

and couldn't go out.

No, we can't do it.

Right.

Then I'll think about it.

Why did you suddenly decide

to come over today?

I came to fix the water filter.

Seriously?

Yixiu is going

to promote the co-branded sauce

with Zhilan Snacks.

The first batch of taste tests is out,

so I thought I'd bring

two boxes for Ms. Zhou to try

to get some feedback.

Who would've thought

Zhilan Snacks would grow like this?

I went there the other day.

It was packed with customers.

No time to clean the tables.

It's all thanks to you

for granting her the loan

that helped her get started.

It's also because

of your short promotional video.

It made Zhilan Snacks

an instant internet hit.

So, in a way,

Zhilan Snacks is a project

we both contributed to.

You're really thick-skinned.

Zhilan didn't even say anything.

Why is it our project now?

Let me tell you.

We formed a joint venture

with Zhang Zhilan.

We're going to expand Zhilan Snacks.

I've ordered the production line.

Now,

it's really ours, right?

It's still Yixiu's.

What does it have to do with me?

By the way,

from what you just said,

you want to travel for the New Year?

Not going to your grandfather's?

Why are you smiling?

It's nothing. Go on upstairs.

It's cold outside.

I ate too much just now.

Now my stomach feels a little uncomfortable.

I want to take a walk to digest.

I thought you came to see me off.

As it turns out,

you dragged me down for your walk.

No difference.

True.

In view of Zhang Zhilan's case,

which balances

compliance requirements,

humanitarian care,

and positive public opinion,

we hereby award Tang Yang from the Credit Audit Division

a commendation from the head office.

Congratulations.

I just lost

an aviation loan case.

I'm unworthy

of this commendation.

Each case is separate.

I reviewed that case.

We couldn't give them what Jiujiang

was offering.

Even if we secured it,

it might not have been good.

Come on.

(Happy New Year)

Thank you, Mr. Zhou,

for your guidance and encouragement.

Continue to work hard.

Well done, Tang Yang.

Thank you, Mr. Zhou.

She lost the case

but still got a commendation?

Director Tang must have

strong connections.

That's right.

Anyone else would've been

harshly criticized.

Ms. Qin gave her

a cooked duck,

but she still managed to lose it.

Her reputation is too exaggerated.

From what you're saying,

her doctorate and being

CBBC's youngest deputy director

aren't all that impressive.

I'm just saying

someone is backing her.

I feel like Mr. Zhou is quite protective of her.

What do you think?

Could it be...

Do you remember?

During the last dinner at Leisure House,

Director Gan said Director Tang's beauty

is a resource.

Now, that comment

seems to mean something.

What does it mean?

Why don't you help me analyze it?

I'll learn from you.

Director Tang, I'll get back to work.

The hottest item

(Yixiu Found of Food) is our

group package with Qingshui Bay Hotel

from the Marketing Department.

All 200 sets

were sold out within an hour.

Other hotels saw this

and even contacted us

for similar products.

Is this the group package

from last time?

Yes, it's for New Year's.

It includes two tables

for a high-end dinner for 20 people,

ten hotel rooms for one night,

and breakfast the next morning.

The hotel facilities include a mahjong room,

sauna, game room,

swimming pool, and gym.

There's an option for one or two nights,

with access to hot springs.

We were just trying it out,

helping the hotel with a complete plan.

We didn't expect it to be so popular.

A big family can have their New Year's Eve dinner,

stay at the hotel overnight,

watch the Spring Festival Gala, play some mahjong,

and even soak in the hot springs.

The elderly and kids won't get too tired.

It's much more convenient than going

to a restaurant

and sending the elders back home.

200 packages were sold out?

Yes. The hotel has

fewer than 500 rooms.

They're fully booked for both New Year's Eve

and the first day.

They were thrilled.

Get me a package.

Mr. Jiang, you want to go?

I'll upgrade it to a suite.

I'll take my family.

Sure.

Aviation loans are

usually made with banks.

Securing it this time

is really a big achievement.

Nangang chose between Jiujiang

and CBBC.

The person in charge at CBBC

is my junior, Tang Yang.

Tang Yang?

The deputy director?

Yes.

She's quite sensible.

Mom.

Lately, it's really popular to celebrate

New Year at a hotel.

Two big tables for dinner

and several family suites.

Mahjong and hot springs are available.

You can relax without having to clean up.

Come on.

It's the New Year, okay?

Every hotel

is super expensive.

I won't let myself be ripped off.

Look at this.

Qingshui Bay

has this group coupon.

(Qingshui Bay) We helped them sell.

The hotel gifted me one.

It'd be a waste if we didn't go.

Son.

You're a boss now.

You can't always think just about yourself.

Don't you have employees?

Wouldn't this be a great benefit

for your staff?

Fine, fine. I'll use this coupon

as a prize for the annual

company raffle, okay?

Exactly.

(Fortune)

- Happy New Year. - Happy New Year.

(Family Joy) Good.

Going out?

To buy some goods.

Jiang Shiyan.

Why has this coupon

been sent home again?

Oh, this coupon.

I raffled it off

at the annual meeting.

A colleague from out of town got it.

He has to go home.

So, he sold it at a low price

in the company chat,

and I snatched it back.

What kind of thing is this?

You gave it away

and then spent money to buy it back?

How about I give it away again?

No need.

Since it's back,

let's just use it ourselves.

You've already paid for it.

Don't let it go to waste.

Alright then.

But you need to tell

your grandpa and uncle

that no dinner

at home this year.

No need to cook.

We'll try celebrating the New Year's

at the hotel.

Playing mahjong, soaking in hot springs,

and having dinner.

But there's one problem.

It says here that the package includes

two tables for dinner

and ten rooms.

For you, me, and your grandpa,

that's three rooms.

Three rooms for your uncle's family.

That only takes up six rooms.

What do we do with the other four?

They'll be wasted.

Really?

Let me see.

Mom, have an orange.

You're right.

How about this?

Do you have any close friends

that we're close with?

Who wouldn't feel awkward

joining us for the New Year's Eve dinner?

The problem is the number

of rooms.

It's just four rooms.

Four rooms.

Feng Weiran

and Jiang Yanan are the most suitable.

No, no, no.

They aren't suitable.

Why not?

Aren't you

and Jiang Yanan cousins?

We're family,

very familiar with each other.

Plus, you started

a company together,

so having dinner together

is perfect.

Mom, look.

Jiang Yanan's family alone

has over ten people.

Feng Weiran has his parents,

his uncle and aunt.

Not enough rooms.

Then buy another set.

The hotel is fully booked. No more rooms.

What should we do then?

Why don't you consider

your usual dance partner, Ms. Zhou?

Her family structure is simple.

I thought about it.

But four rooms would be too many.

Doesn't she have an aunt?

Yes, yes, yes.

Right.

Let me ask her.

See you next class.

- Goodbye. - Goodbye.

Ms. Zhou.

Have you thought about my idea?

- Jiang. - Ms. Zhou.

Goodbye, see you next class.

Goodbye, goodbye.

Jiang is being considerate of you.

See you tomorrow.

It'd feel awkward

if we went.

Jiang Shiyan booked a New Year's package.

Two tables for dinner,

ten rooms.

My dad and I,

my brothers,

and all the kids together

only take up six rooms.

Who can use the remaining four?

Those are for you and your big sister.

Well...

Tell me.

If Tang had booked

such a package and had

four extra rooms, who would you think of?

Of course, it'd be me.

That's true.

We're family.

So, it's settled.

Alright.

Thank you.

(Yixiu; Auspicious; Happy New Year; Lucky)

Jiang Shiyan.

Tomorrow is New Year's Eve.

If nothing else, I need to leave.

Gotta visit Yanan's parents.

Alright.

Everything's arranged.

Cheng Hui said he'd be here during the holiday.

What are you busy with over here?

Working on a proposal.

Can't you finish it after the New Year?

It won't make it in time.

What's going on?

Are we making a big change?

Why don't I know?

Don't worry about this.

Since when is there something

I shouldn't worry about?

Alright, carry on.

I'm leaving.

Remember to prepare a gift for your godson.

Got it.

No more Lego though.

Our home is full of it.

(Tang Yang & Jiang Shiyan Qingshui Bay Protocol and Details)

(6. Necessary travel gear and medicine. 7. Souvenirs.)

(Tang Yang; Deputy Director)

Hey, Jiang Shiyan.

How will your aunt get there?

I was thinking I'd drop my parents off first

and come back to pick them up.

They didn't like it

and insisted on taking a taxi.

That is too far.

Don't let them take a taxi.

You can't make two trips either.

Our company's business car happens to be available.

The driver can drop it off at your place.

You can drive it tomorrow.

It has seven seats.

Perfect for your both families.

Great.

I also prepared some

multi-functional pots

and kettles from the company event.

If you get hungry at night,

you can make some sweet soup

or toast.

Sounds good.

Is your aunt's child 16 years old?

Yes.

That's her younger daughter, my cousin.

I have another cousin,

but he's abroad

and won't be coming back.

Is the old lady your uncle's mom?

A cashmere scarf for your cousin,

fishing rods for Uncle Tang

and your uncle,

and massagers for the moms

and the elderly lady.

I'll send you

the gift list later.

Check if I missed anything.

Are you being

too formal?

It took you the whole morning.

We're not strangers.

It's not necessary.

It's family. It's the New Year.

We can't lose our manners.

Yours is almost out.

Getting ready for a war?

So simple and plain.

Mom, what will you wear for New Year's?

Me?

I'll just wear this,

with a down jacket over it.

How about I help you pick out a few outfits?

No need.

I see Ms. Zhou every day,

and Tang is family.

There's no need to make a big fuss.

Are you suggesting

I should wear a cheongsam?

But Tang's aunt's family will be there too.

You could maybe

enhance your beauty

to show some respect.

Do I need to enhance my beauty?

Even though I'm older,

I still have some charm left.

Let's go.

What? To pick clothes?

Do you think this outfit

will work for New Year's?

The pink one looks pretty.

- Look, look. - This color.

Is it too youthful for me?

- No, I think... - It's too youthful. Forget it.

Ms. Zhou, how about the black one?

The black one...

Black is safe.

- It's festive. - Well.

Black isn't really appropriate.

Forget it, I'll change.

How about this purple one?

Is it a bit too subdued?

(Pain Relief Cream)

The texture feels

a little cheap.

What do you think?

Tang, it's just the New Year.

And it's with Jiang's family.

Why are you so nervous?

Am I nervous?

Am I?

Aren't you?

No.

I'm not nervous about going to his place.

How about this outfit? Will it work?

This one is better. This is better.

- Look at it. - Wait.

Help me out.

My hand hurts. It's killing me.

Put the patch on for me.

You've overworked

your hand

preparing for New Year's.

- Help me. - How about this?

I'll change.

I'll change. Take a look for me.

No need to change.

You're beautiful. Anything you wear looks good.

Help me with the patch.

Tomorrow,

it'll be great not having to do any dishes.

(Tang Yang)

Can I take that

as a compliment?

(Jiang Shiyan)

Of course.

Even though Ms. Zhou complains

that we're always

making trouble,

I think deep down

(Tang Yang) she enjoys it.

And you?

(Shiyan) Do you enjoy it?

You've said everything.

(Tang Yang)

We borrowed a big car

just for you all.

This trip is all thanks to you.

It's New Year's after all. Right?

My sister is always so thoughtful.

(Jiang Shiyan)

Hey, Jiang Shiyan, what's up?

Hey, Yang.

We just picked up my aunt

and are going to head out.

My grandpa fell today.

What happened? Is it serious?

When did it happen?

Just this morning.

We just finished X-rays

at the hospital.

The doctor said it's okay,

but he'll be monitored.

We wanted him to stay in the hospital,

but he insisted on going home.

It's New Year's.

Who wants to stay in hospital?

Exactly.

Where are you now?

I just

got home.

We might not be able to make it

to the hotel today.

But I've arranged everything

for dinner.

Could you please apologize

to Ms. Zhou and your aunt for me?

We agreed on this earlier,

but there's no way

we can make it back.

We're family. No need to apologize.

- Right. - As long as he's okay.

Yeah, his health is the priority.

Take care of your grandpa

and Aunt Yi.

Thanks, Aunt. Thanks, Ms. Zhou.

Enjoy your time and have fun.

I'll send the QR code

for the voucher to Tang.

Alright, rest assured.

Don't worry about us.

Happy New Year. You're back.

- Happy New Year. - Happy New Year.

Little one, Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

What kind of medicine is so expensive?

300 yuan a bottle?

Might as well be robbery.

I told you not to buy it, but you insisted.

I'm not using it.

I said I wouldn't use it.

Today,

you'll use it

whether you want to or not.

The doctor told you to stay in the hospital, but you refused.

He told you to stay in bed,

and you refused either.

Is your foot swollen?

Is it as swollen as a little steamed bun?

How can you write the couplets?

Are you 80

or 8 years old?

(Soaring Dragon)

Integrity.

Do you understand integrity?

I promised them.

I have to keep my word.

I write the New Year's couplets for the village

every year.

I don't care.

I don't care about your couplets.

Why don't you try persuading them?

I can't.

Uncle, you're older.

You go.

I wouldn't dare.

I'm afraid of your mom.

Is this the place?

Yeah, this is it. I remember

coming here every summer.

This is the one.

Jiang Shiyan.

Jiang Shiyan.

Yang.

Tang.

- You're here. - Uncle.

Ms. Zhou, hello.

Happy New Year.

Weren't you going to the hotel?

Why did you come?

Well, Ms. Zhou said we planned

to spend New Year's together,

but with just half of us,

it wouldn't feel right.

So, we packed up the dinner

and came here

to spend it with you.

Welcome, welcome.

Come in, come in.

Uncle.

Happy New Year.

- Happy New Year. - Happy New Year.

Take these things.

This year feels special.

Happy New Year.

We'll need to heat up the dinner later.

Yes, yes, the dinner.

Just need to heat it up.

That's a figurine for your cousin,

and we brought wine for Uncle

and skincare products for Aunt.

You didn't have to bring

so much stuff.

It's the New Year.

Gifts are a must.

It's only right.

Aunt Yi, how's Grandpa doing?

I tried to help him with medicine,

but he was upset.

"I want to rest. You go away."

You two go check on him.

- Go check. - I'll go.

I brought some tea for Grandpa.

I'm going to see Grandpa.

- Okay. - Go ahead.

Go ahead.

- Send my regards. - Sure.

Got it, got it.

They almost had an argument.

I didn't dare go in.

- Make it fun. - Wait.

After dinner, stay here, okay?

- There are empty rooms. - Your hair.

My brother has rooms next door.

It's close by.

Sounds good.

Looks good.

Good eye.

- Let's go. - Let's go.

Grandpa, Tang's here.

Grandpa, Happy New Year.

Tang, Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

- Grandpa, I brought you a gift. - Sit.

Wuyi Mountains Da Hong Pao tea.

Good tea, good tea.

It's great for the heart

and softens blood vessels.

It'll be good for you, Grandpa.

Tang, you're so thoughtful.

It's been years since I've seen you.

You've grown more beautiful.

- No. - Seeing anyone?

Not yet.

I wonder which lucky guy

will have the fortune to be with you.

Why are you laughing?

You're still single too.

Fangping told me

that you got your PhD.

Where are you working now?

I'm currently...

Jiang Shiyan, come start the fire.

Coming, coming.

I'll go check.

Grandpa, I'm working at a bank now.

- Great. - I work in CBBC.

- Great. - I'm a director now.

Wonderful.

Grandma.

Red envelopes, Grandma.

Uncle.

Jiang Shiyan.

Jiang Shiyan.

Look.

Look at this.

What's wrong?

I told you

I'd wear my own clothes,

but you insisted on making me wear this.

Now, I do look all proper.

But how am I supposed to work?

Relatives and friends are outside.

The fire's not lit, and the water's not boiling.

The fire is going. The water's boiling.

It's boiling?

Aunt Yi.

Tang.

This is from my mom.

She picked this out for you.

It's made of silk cotton, short style.

You can wear it indoors

or outdoors.

- For me? - Yes.

Thank you.

- Does it look good? - Great.

- It fits perfectly. - Very nice.

I'll go change and help out.

Why are you helping?

How long since you last came?

Jiang Shiyan.

Hurry up. Show her around.

Alright.

Well.

Let me take that.

Let's go, let's go,

I'll go change too.

- Let's go. - Go.

Let's go.

Uncle Tang and your uncle are probably

down by the pond catching fish.

My dad really loves fishing.

There was a time when he was on break,

he'd get up at 5 in the morning

and drive two hours

to a reservoir to fish.

Ms. Zhou and Aunt are probably

planting vegetables.

My mom really loves gardening.

You know how small

our balcony is,

but she's filled it with greens.

And there's the empty roof

of their building.

She and some of the teachers

took over the rooftop

and made a few garden plots

to grow vegetables.

She said you

taught her how to plant some of them.

When I was in the village,

Grandpa taught me.

Do you think when I get old,

my bloodline will awaken,

and I'll suddenly

love gardening?

That'd be great.

Then I'll pick out a prime spot

for you

and even build a house.

You can grow whatever you like,

and I'll be right next to you, fishing.

Sounds like a solid plan.

These days, it's quite trendy

for friends to retire together.

We could get a house,

hire a designer

to decorate it nicely,

and then invite

Feng Weiran, Jiang Yanan,

and Cheng Hui to join us.

Jiang Yanan and Feng Weiran

wouldn't come.

They've got Feng Yuanqi.

Maybe they'll be off somewhere

taking care of Yuanqi's kids.

Taking care

of Yuanqi's kids?

Cheng Hui might join us.

He'll stay with his computer.

We'll have to look after him then.

Now that you mention it,

it seems like

it'll just be the three of us

lonely old folks.

Who says that?

You've got me.

What good is that?

Well.

I can farm,

plant vegetables,

and cook. I can do it all.

Cheng Hui said

that in ten years,

robots will be everywhere.

A robot can do whatever you can.

There are some things a robot

can't replace me in.

Like what?

What is it?

Take a guess.

Tell me.

- We can pickle vegetables. - Right.

I'll bring you some when they're ready.

Too salty. No, thanks.

Salty is good sometimes,

especially with congee.

- You have some. - Shiyan.

- Bring me some more. - Mom.

You're back.

Go get some firewood.

Your aunt wants to cook ginger duck.

- And some tofu. - Sure.

Alright, alright.

Quick, quick, help Jiang out.

Alright, alright.

You know.

Tang and Jiang Shiyan

are quite a good match.

Look at Tang,

a leader at the bank,

young and promising.

Jiang Shiyan

is running his own company.

His YiXiu

is doing so well.

Not long ago,

I even saw him on some kind

of wealth ranking list.

I can't quite recall the name.

How true.

Those two

were high school classmates

and university classmates.

Logically speaking,

they know each other well.

Why didn't they end up together?

Those two?

It's impossible.

We have

watched them growing up

for so many years.

Jiang Shiyan

truly treats Tang

and our family as his own.

I used to worry

that Tang was in a teenage romance.

But as it turned out,

they were as pure

as it could be.

Jiang Shiyan always saw Tang as a big brother.

Didn't you notice?

No matter what happens,

as soon as Tang gives him that look,

Jiang Shiyan immediately submits.

I remember one time,

during a school exam,

he didn't do well

and went to the arcade to play games.

When Tang found out,

she just stood at the arcade door.

Without saying a word,

Jiang Shiyan ran with his bag.

Honestly,

if it weren't for your Tang,

Jiang Shiyan might not

have even made it to college.

So, even Jiang Shiyan himself says,

"Tang is my benefactor."

That's nonsense.

They've always had

a purely

brotherly bond.

It's just fate.

- Indeed. - Yes.

Come on, come on.

Quick, quick.

Move the table over. Hurry.

Move it here, quick.

- Careful. - Alright.

Come on, come on.

Right here, right here.

- Put it here. - Right here.

Come on.

Lay it out.

Come take a look, Aunt.

Stretch it out.

Come on, set the ink right.

How did the old man fall?

Well, he wanted to write

the New Year couplets.

In the morning, he went upstairs

to get paper, brush, ink, and inkstone.

As he reached the second floor,

somehow

he twisted his ankle, but he didn't fall.

That would've been serious.

Oh, my goodness.

Is it bad?

So I'm to blame, then.

No, no, don't think that way.

Every family here

needs one from him.

I'll write the couplets.

Dad,

you can barely stand.

How are you going to write?

I'll...

I'll write it in bed.

No worries.

I'll go to town and buy one.

No, no.

It must be handwritten.

That's the tradition.

No need to buy it.

I've got a solution.

Dad,

my backup is on the way.

My old friend, Ms. Zhou,

is a highly educated scholar

and a senior Chinese teacher.

Her calligraphy

is like flying cranes

with powerful strokes.

Stop showing off

with your half-baked idioms.

Ms. Zhou's great.

She's got depth.

Yes, yes, yes.

She will write it.

Whose family?

Come on, come on.

Come on.

Grab it.

- Keep writing. - Bye.

Sure.

My hand's getting sore.

Let's write another set.

Tang.

Fantastic, fantastic.

My backup has arrived.

Tang, help everyone write the couplets.

It's been ages since I last held a brush.

- I believe in you. - Give it a try.

Give it a try.

Come on, Shiyan, come over here.

I'll grind the ink.

Alright, I'll give it a shot.

My hand's gone stiff.

I'll grind more.

Nowadays, young people

hardly practice calligraphy.

Ms. Zhou,

your daughter is so talented too.

- Thank you. - As they say,

"The student surpasses the master."

- Exactly. - Yes, yes.

Ms. Zhou, you're really blessed.

Tang,

your writing is great.

You don't know.

My goddaughter here

is not only beautiful,

but she's highly educated.

She's got a PhD in economics

and works as a director at a bank.

- Impressive. - So impressive.

Truly amazing.

You're so lucky.

One son and one daughter.

Both doing so well.

One's a director,

and the other's a CEO.

I did nothing.

Both kids

work really hard.

Right.

(Fortune) Exactly.

Tang, write the couplets for everyone.

I'll go help out.

Alright, alright, alright.

- Tang, give it to me. - Sure.

Uncle Bao, Uncle Bao.

Let me have it, please.

We were here first.

We've been waiting.

We all want it.

Everyone, calm down.

You'll get it. Write more.

I'll also draw

a few paintings for you.

Great, great.

We all want it.

So pretty.

Good handwriting.

Good drawing.

What is he drawing?

A lucky rabbit.

How cute.

A little rabbit.

Really nice.

So adorable.

Done.

Looks great.

This one's beautiful.

Draw one for me too.

I want a "Fu" character

and a little rabbit.

This year is the Year of the Rabbit.

- Yes, yes. - I want one.

You know.

One writes, and the other draws.

They make quite the pair.

Yes, they do.

Such a perfect match.

Exactly.

Director Tang, have you considered

our Mr. Jiang?

He's handsome,

makes good money,

and is the heartthrob in the village.

Look at his face.

Obviously, he'll cherish his wife.

- Yes. - Isn't that right?

Yes, yes.

We've been good friends for years.

Friendship and love are both emotions.

Just a little different.

It can change in an instant, right?

- Right? - Yes.

It's possible.

- Such a good match. - Exactly.

Here.

Your favorite.

It moved by itself.

Come on.

Ms. Tang, you eat.

Can't we trust each other

a little bit?

Of course, we can.

Enough.

I'll take one too.

Look at mine.

Tang, you're quacking.

Perfect for soup.

Hui, hurry with the fish.

Alright, alright.

- Careful, careful. - It's ready.

Watch out.

Here it comes.

- Looks great. - Sis.

- Did you put away the stationery? - Yes.

- Have the neighbors left? - Yeah.

The two little ones

completed their task.

It's been years since it was so lively.

- Exactly. - Yes.

This New Year is really good.

- True. - Exactly.

Really nice.

These two round tables

won't fit everyone.

For the New Year's here,

both of my uncles always

come over for drinks.

Handle it for me.

Then just set up three tables.

Put the two half-circle ones together.

Kids can sit there.

Alright, I'll go take care of it.

Alright, alright.

Here, the fish is great.

This table

is an old family heirloom.

They say in the past

when the master left for business,

they'd split the table in half,

placing on either side of the hall,

for displaying vases or ornaments.

It wasn't used regularly.

Only when the master returned

and the family reunited

would they reassemble the table

for reunion.

Fate brings reunions.

Our ancestors were really clever.

It all has meaning.

Today, we can say

we've truly reunited.

Mom, don't overexert yourself.

(Twelve years ago)

You're back.

How have you been living?

Tomorrow is New Year's Eve.

Look at this.

You haven't done anything

and haven't bought anything.

I was planning to change

and wash all of this.

Please sit and rest for a bit.

I'll do that later.

I'll get you some hot water first.

- OK. - Take your medicine.

This doesn't look like a celebration at all.

Sorry, son.

It's nothing.

No.

I still need to clean up a bit.

Mom.

- Mom. - I need to sweep.

Put that down.

The doctor said

you shouldn't move around.

Yes, I know.

- But this... - Aunt.

- The door is open. - Bro.

- Aunt. - Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

We brought some apples, oranges,

peanuts, and sunflower seeds.

Aunt, here are health supplements.

Good for your health.

Why bring so much?

I have some New Year's goods.

Sausages, dried duck,

and some smoked fish.

Oh, I brought a clean black chicken,

washed by Ms. Zhou.

Jiang Shiyan, doesn't your rice cooker

have a soup mode?

Take it in and make some for Aunt.

It'll help her health.

Tang,

aren't you celebrating at home too?

Save some for your family.

We really can't finish it all.

We have plenty at home.

My uncle and aunt bought a lot.

- Right. - It's still the same.

My dad went to the construction site again.

So, Ms. Zhou and I plan

to go find him in the afternoon.

If I hadn't come here,

Ms. Zhou doesn't even know

where to put all this.

Drink some water.

Have some water.

The house is a bit messy.

Make yourselves comfortable.

- We won't sit. - Rest.

- Let's get to work. - Alright.

Curtains for me.

I'll mop the floor.

Windows for me.

Okay, let's get started.

Thank you, thank you.

Feng, thank you.

It's nothing, Aunt.

No problem.

Slowly. The floor is slippery.

You two are working hard.

Be careful. Don't fall.

Hold it steady.

Alright, no problem.

Hold on tight.

Go down, go down.

Take it slow.

♪When a beam of light♪

♪Falls gently on my shoulder♪

♪Guiding every step of the way♪

♪The wind sways my clothes♪

♪With trees rustling in sight♪

♪Even dreams have sprouted wings to take flight♪

♪We've cried and laughed before♪

♪Yet you stayed by my side♪

♪With every turn I take♪

♪Your warmth remains sure♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪

♪You said you'd join my adventure in this vast world♪

♪Following the map to grant my every small wish♪

♪Slowly healing every wound I've ever bore♪

♪The seasons pass, but your gentle touch soothes♪

♪The moments in my palm♪