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THIS TAXI USES A METER. NO BARGAINING. GET YOUR RECEIPT

Uncle, please wait a while. I'll be right back.

Thank you, Master Lin.

I'll make sure you scream louder if you fight again.

Next.

Dad.

Folks, please leave now. No more patients today.

Go home!

Shame on you!

Dad. Sorry to trouble you, here are some living expenses.

And some tea leaves for you.

-You... -I told you on the phone that

I have to stay in Szechuan for work. Some clothes have problems.

The weather in China is getting cold.

I know... I'm rushing to a flight now.

I've cooked...

Dad.

Thank you.

Come and go in haste.

Didn't even say a few words, as if I'm a man-eater.

She's not eating, I will!

You sleep in your mother's room. I've cleaned up for you.

You!

That's not your room.

That is your room.

Come over to eat.

Go wash your face and have dinner.

What did you say?

Hello?

She...

Okay.

It's late now. Still playing games?

You'll disturb others who are sleeping.

What do you think you're doing?

No matter what you say, I'm still going.

Give me the passport.

Dad! Dad!

I will go even if I don't have the passport.

Can't you study here?

Why must you go to United States?

You're Chinese, why must you study abroad in English?

The Chinese culture is deep and profound, the learning is never ending.

Besides, if you go to the United States, who's going to take care of you?

I've taken care of myself since I was young.

Look at you.

You have made a mess of yourself.

I told you

not to be with this Hao Nan who claimed he was an artist.

What kind of artist he is?

Keeping such long hair, like he's androgynous.

He is a rogue who has misled you.

I told you he was just lusting for women.

Dad.

You've always had prejudice towards Hao Nan.

I'm going to the United States with him

to experience different a culture and lifestyle.

Why are you still lying?

You thought I didn't know anything?

I saw you going to Dr Liew's gynecology clinic in Pudu.

Am I right? Did I accuse you?

That bad apple, he's going to pay for this,

You followed me?

You should have self-respect.

That bastard got you pregnant, how long do you want to hide it from me?

He has ruined you.

I'm going to Look for him and beat him to death.

Dad. Don't mess things up!

No matter how, I've decided to go to the United States.

You're going, not because of your studies.

You just want to give birth to the baby in secret, am I right?

Isn't that better?

You won't lose face if I hide myself.

I...

I'm doing this for your own good.

You're a child of a single parent too.

Have you ever thought about studying and having a baby at the same time?

Do you have the ability? Can he take care of you?

Sophia.

Let's resolve your problem as one,

as long as you stay.

All right? I'm your father, we are family.

Dad.

I beg you to leave me alone.

I love Hao Nan, I must go with him.

I won't let you! You're my daughter.

You must listen to me.

But you can't control everything.

I must go.

If you really want to go, then don't ever step into this house again.

I've never thought of coming back.

Dad.

I'm coming back the day after tomorrow.

Morning, Mr. Lin!

Morning, Mr. Lin!

We have everything in our grocery store.

Why are you wasting money buying snacks? You are naughty!

Mom, everything in our shop is so outdated and old fashioned.

Look at 7-Eleven's packaging, so modern.

-And it's air-conditioned. -Morning, Mr. Lin!

In, in, in... In your head!

Come out!

Stubborn...we'll see about that.

Come out!

Is 7-Eleven selling Korean skin care products?

And I've made a big order of them online, they're arriving soon.

You'll see that our shop is trendy too!

-Madame Ming. -Hello, Mr. Lin.

He is still a kid, got to teach him slowly.

More importantly, does he listen?

You're right!

Other kids are possible,

mine takes my words like passing wind.

And stubborn.

Only physical punishment can teach him.

-For your granddaughter? -Yes, yes.

Mr. Lin. Your granddaughter is here to accompany you now.

The house must be livelier, huh?

You both must be getting along well.

Don't mention it.

She is Chinese but acts like Westerner. She only speaks English.

I can't get along with her.

Just like the saying, "A chicken talking to a duck"!

I have no clue how to get along with her in the coming months.

Mr. Lin, do you remember when I first came from Taiwan,

I was like "a chicken talking to a duck" too.

But now it's not a problem anymore.

You just said,

you must be patient with kids

and have good communication with them. Don't worry.

Then why are you scolding me every day?

And you don't communicate with me patiently?

Communicate with you patiently?

I think I should talk to your butt instead!

Or throw you out to the drain and let it flush your brain?

I must use the cane to communicate with you now.

Where did you hide my cane?

I haven't hit you in long time! I'm going to cane you for real this time!

No need to Look for it!

There are so many canes hanging there, when have you used them?

Talking without action.

You've spoiled him.

One day I will make sure I cane you hard.

What's taking him so long?

Tan again?

The unit number is 6D, why put it in the 9B letter box?

Don't just take things!

Sir, sir!

Let me carry that for you, it's heavy.

No need, I can do it.

Sir, actually my English is good.

I can be your translator.

Are you that good?

Really?

Ridiculous!

This is Chinese sausage.

Oh, her name is Sarah.

Mistake?

So wrong, why are you calling yourself "Mistake"?

Your birth was a mistake.

Studies in English is a mistake.

Disrespect to the elderly is an even bigger mistake.

Bao.

Translate for me.

Translate what?

You tell her she must follow my rules if she is staying here.

-Your rules? -Right.

My rules.

Your grandfather said he has 3 rules for you to follow.

Rule Number One: You must respect the elderly.

Rule Number Two: You must dress appropriately.

Rule Number Three: You must have discipline

and be well mannered.

What is number two again?

Girls must dress appropriately.

Not too short at the bottom, and not too exposed the top.

What did she say?

She said everything is fine.

Great.

What did she say again?

She said, "All good. No problem, no problem."

Good.

Bao.

You speak good English.

Bao.

Fine, fine.

Bao, you go home first.

What do you want?

What have I done wrong this time?

So wrong.

What a big mistake.

Ouch, it's painful.

Lift your head higher.

-So painful! -Sleep earlier.

Don't talk about it. Look at yourself first.

You think you're still young?

Don't burn the midnight oil.

Is this your granddaughter?

Heard you came from New York.

-Wow! Big city! -Look at her hair, so beautiful.

-Say hello to Sister, come say hello. -Hello.

Her hair is so curly.

Just ignore her.

-Done. -Thank you!

BEHAVE PLEASE.

No wonder Mom wants me to learn martial arts.

Zhang Jia Bao, you come out right now.

Where are your ears?

How many times have I told you not to make your father angry?

-You never listen. -No! I did not.

What do you mean "no"? Why is there a big hole in this newspaper?

Mom, that is my favorite cartoon.

Bring me to Hong Kong Disneyland to see the real character, okay?

I'll give you a "KO".

This is your father's favorite section! He checks out the lottery results here.

That's just a waste of time, he has never won it before.

You have a jinxing mouth, later your dad will...

I'm going to hit you till your mother cannot recognize your face!

-Hey! Why are you hitting me? -You little rascal!

I want to eat porridge today. Fry more salted fish.

Sure! I'll add extra salted egg for you, honey.

Cry more, cry louder.

Hey.

I'll hit you as hard as I can!

You hit my head!

Can't you just act a little!

Later I'll get scolded for spoiling you again.

Your father wants porridge today, he must be feeling angry!

It's painful. You see, Dad did not say anything.

Still so stubborn, old rules, punishment!

No problem for me, come on baby!

I'm your mother!

You swore!

What a lucky day! I just permed my hair yesterday.

Mom. I want to take my phone

Mom, please give me my phone.

You're on punishment, so no phone!

-Bao. -Yes?

Again?

No big deal.

So today you're not going to the little world?

Let's decorate our little world.

Yeah!

But Miss Ivy, Bao cannot come along.

You guys are not loyal friends, leaving me behind.

What happened this time?

My mom punished me to stand here, I'm not allowed to go anywhere.

You must have done some naughty acts to make your mom punish you.

Can't help you.

Let's go.

Be good, okay.

Maybe your mother will shorten the punishment.

See you in little world.

So upsetting.

Zhang Jia Bao, are you standing outside?

Yes, yes.

On the way, on the way.

Oh man, can't you pick up the call!

Why so noisy?

Quick, run home! Faster, faster!

What's happening? Why are you both arguing?

Mr. Lin, what's the matter?

What did she say? Never mind. Sarah.

Did you just make Sarah angry? What was she saying?

All my fault, everything is my fault, okay!

Bao, don't talk anymore. Go in, go in.

-Apologize to her now. -Let me go!

I did nothing wrong.

She called me a fatty for no reason.

I'm punishing you but you're flirting with girls?

See how angry Sarah is now?

I did not.

Where are you going?

I was shocked earlier. My heart is thumping fast and I need to rest, okay?

Great then, perhaps you can help deliver food to you father.

At the same time, tell him that you are having rapid heartbeats.

How could you do that to me?

You stay right here.

I'm going to punish you, come back here.

I heard her always talking to the phone.

Sometimes with someone she called "Google" or "Twitter".

And sometimes she talked with "Facebook".

I heard those are friends meeting online.

I'm worried that she will be cheated.

If kids do not have friends, you'll be worried.

I'll get Ivy to help.

When a girl talks to another girl, it's easier.

Mr. Lin, let me tell you.

The kids are on long holiday now.

They only want to play and have fun.

Their favorite place is McDonald's.

You bring Sarah, Bao, Di and the rest along.

Kids will easily become friends when they eat together.

Once she has new friends, She will forget about the Google, Twitter.

Mac-Le-Lo?

Mac-Lo-Le.

Mac-Lo-Le!

Yes.

Don't listen to him, I have a Chinese name, I'm...

Why are you speaking in Mandarin with her? She doesn't understand.

Only you are a greedy eater!

Quick, let's go.

We are very hungry.

I am not asking you!

So hungry!

Just be patient, I'm hungry too.

Sarah!

You're a big girl.

Can't you even distinguish between left and right?

She said...

Who said my mom didn't teach me? Don't say that about my mom!

Sarah!

How come she speaks Mandarin?

Why doesn't she speak Mandarin?

Then why am I talking to her in English all the time!

She can speak Mandarin?

I've ordered for you.

-Please give me one black coffee. -Huh?

Wait a second, photo time!

-Are you done yet? -Done.

-Great. -My turn to take one.

Snap for me too please.

It's time to eat.

Start eating.

Sarah, try this.

What is this for?

So you can speak Mandarin. If I knew it would've saved me so much trouble.

But your translation is bad, like an Extra Terrestrial talking.

All because you spoke too fast.

I have many Malaysian friends.

Their English is much better than yours.

Where did you come from? How come I've not seen you before?

I live with my mom in New York.

New York.

I know, it is famous with the Statue of Liberty.

Do you know why New York is called the "Big Apple"?

Because the apples over there are bigger.

Stupid, you can only find apple trees in Washington.

Otherwise how did Newton chop down the apple tree?

I thought it was Washington who chopped down the cherry tree?

Only Japan has cherry trees.

Where else would cherry blossoms come from?

-You know nothing! -You guys are wrong, I know the answer.

The answer is, Apple iPhone is made in New York.

Of course, I know!

Don't try to be clever.

Sir, why are you not eating?

It's okay, you go ahead.

He only eats black and white stuff.

What are you talking about?

What black and white stuff?

Every day he eats white porridge,

steamed white pork, fried white vegetables.

He eats steamed chicken,

drinks black coffee without sugar,

and eats white bread.

Wow! Looks like he knows how to sing Michael Jackson's "Black or White".

Don't talk when you're eating.

"Mac-Lo-Li", "Mac-Lo-Le".

What is this?

This is Hokkien fried noodles.

Why is it black? So dirty.

Don't comment that food is dirty.

You must appreciate food.

This is the specialty of Hokkien fried noodles.

When it's fried with black sauce, it tastes good.

I don't want to eat this.

I think you have finished eating all the food that you brought over.

When you're in the United States, you don't get to eat many Chinese noodles.

Why are you not eating? This noodle is popular.

Shouldn't I eat noodles with chopsticks?

Thank you.

Use chopsticks in the right way.

Then your food will not drop while picking it up.

Look, it didn't drop.

Don't hold the end of chopsticks.

Girls who hold the ends of chopsticks will marry far away from home.

Hold it in the middle, that's right.

Mom said that when she was little, if she didn't hold it correctly,

her father would smack her fingers with chopsticks.

Her father said, "do not speak during meals and do not talk in your dreams."

What is your Christian name?

I am your grandfather.

Everyone calls you Master.

"Sifu" Master, "Sifu" Master.

I'll call you Steve then.

Many people in New York have tattoos.

Mom says they're not necessarily a bad person.

Have you ever hit my mom?

You hit when one is disobedient.

Mom said you have never visited us in New York before, why?

Do you love my mom?

Be respectful. Eat your food.

What about my dad? Is he still living here?

Young lady, are you looking for someone?

Throw, throw.

Sarah!

Hey, throw the ball down. Faster, faster.

Throw the ball down.

Sarah, we're here. Come down! Quick.

Hello Sarah!

But I don't know how to play with trash.

Just come down... We can cycle.

Yes, if you don't know how to ride, then I'll drive you.

Of course I know how to ride a bicycle.

I know her,

she's my friend from the Big Apple.

What is that? Apple or durian?

It means New York. Gosh. you don't even know it.

Sarah, come over

You're not from this town, so you cannot join us.

Who said she's not? She is.

I'm the boss here, I said it.

You're too short to be a boss.

If you want to join us.

You must pass my test.

But Look at you. I don't think you can do it.

If you can push me away, you win.

You said it.

Yes, I said it.

Sarah, go! Sarah, go!

You cheated, it doesn't count.

Sarah!

You deserve it!

Big bro, you're good!

Boys bullying girls, not fair! Shame on you!

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

I forgot my wallet. I'll pay you next time, okay?

What happened to you?

I noticed your hand.

Is your hand injured?

Or cut?

Can you let grandpa take a look?

You.

Too much time spent playing games on your phone.

Always tilting down your head.

Sooner or later, your neck will have problems.

Young people nowadays.

Cannot live without the gadget for a minute.

Even when they are eating.

As if they are doing big business.

Painful?

Painful?

Release it if you're in pain.

It's not shameful!

You are just like your mother.

Stubborn.

Don't worry, let grandpa treat it a few times.

It will recover fast.

Listen carefully, don't drink ice water.

Avoid cold wind.

Most importantly, don't play too many games on your phone.

You see. All your fingernails, they're full of chemicals.

This is not good for kids.

Okay.

Okay, no worries.

Still playing? Isn't your hand in pain?

That is for dish washing.

Put it down. Let me help you to wash later.

It's Okay.

Come.

Sit properly.

I used to wash your mother's clothes.

I know how to use the washing machine.

Only lazy people use the washing machine.

Wasting water and electricity.

Handwashed clothes are the cleanest.

Homemade warmth brand.

I bought you fish porridge. Children should eat more fish.

Later I'll rub some ointment on you.

Then I'll help you to dry the clothes.

Of course.

Grandpa, put me down.

Grandpa!

-Hello! -Watch out!

Grandpa!

-Let's go. -Mom designed this outfit!

Buy one, please!

-Grandpa. -Yes.

Why didn't you buy it from the previous stall?

It's cheaper by five cents here.

Really?

Only five cents!

Eat first. Why are you taking pictures?

I can share the photos with friends.

Share? How?

I will post it on the Internet, to share it online with friends.

Never mind, you won't understand.

Let me tell you.

Some things on the Internet will have a bad influence on children.

You better not get hooked up to it.

There are good things on the Internet, too.

For example, you can read news online.

Hence, you can save on newspapers.

Hello!

We are here to eat breakfast, too.

Sarah, is your hand still in pain?

Not anymore.

What is wrong?

Don't call her the wrong name.

It's...

SA... LAH.

Go, go.

Hot drink! Pork bun and glutinous chicken rice.

Yes.

Later, we are going to our little world.

What little world? Where is it?

It's our happy garden,

do you want to come with us?

Yes, do you want to come?

But, Ah Qiang...

Don't worry about him,

we are not his gang.

We will not play with him anymore because he bullied you.

Go away!

Eat first, it's getting cold.

I'll share the password with you next time.

Let me sit, let me sit.

Sarah.

Welcome to my world!

This little world is so unique.

Of course, small,

but very hi-tech and modern, right?

In New York, I'm either on my phone or chatting with friends online.

Even the playground in the garden cannot compare with this little world.

I don't have a mobile phone.

My dad said it's good enough to have money for school.

So don't even dream about buying a phone.

I know my dad will buy anything for my future younger brother.

Must I get a mobile phone in order to have friends?

I'd rather have an iPod so that I can sing and dance along.

I only have two friends anyway.

No, it is three now!

I have everything, my parents are either taking care of the shop

or playing with their phones individually.

My mom secretly buys clothing online every night,

while my dad is always tilting his head down.

Since they do not have time for me,

they bought me everything. I've got all the pods, pads, and phones.

It's boring to play with it every day.

We've got our gang to play together here.

Yes, year-end holiday is long.

It's happy to be here.

Miss Ivy always teaches us handcrafts.

Miss Ivy majored in...

in some design... design with trash...

It's environmental protection design.

My mom studied fashion design.

Miss Ivy is beautiful.

I want to have long hair and wear long skirts like her when I grow up.

Stop flaunting, you're a tomboy,

the way you walk is rough, better wear a sarong!

Hey! As long as I am a girl,

I can wear a skirt. But not you! Right, Sarah?

I like to see Miss Ivy. I like to hear her sing.

You're flaunting, too! But my girlfriend

must be gentle and soft like Miss Ivy.

Hopefully not like my mom, always scolding so loudly.

Is she that good?

My mom is pretty and trendy.

Miss Ivy is pretty too,

she often comes here to give us tuition.

You got tuition? But your English is poor.

Let me teach you all.

Repeat after me.

So easy.

Come, let's say it together.

You lived in the United States. Therefore, your English is good.

Let's compete in Cantonese. What do you think?

Cantonese? Let's do it!

Doctor came in to the operation room to press the emergency button.

So easy.

Doctor came in to the operation room press press press button.

Doctor came in to the operation room to press the emergency button.

Doctor came in to the operation room to press the emergency button.

Yeah! Heard it? Yes!

Mom, Sarah is here.

-Sarah. -Auntie.

Your grandpa is worried that you don't know what a sweet dumpling is.

So he wants you to take a look!

Why must we make this?

Tomorrow is the day for sweet dumplings.

Don't you eat them in the United States?

It's Winter Solstice!

Usually we will be busy with Christmas shopping at this time of the year.

Take a bigger spread if you want bigger dumplings.

If you want smaller dumplings, then use less flour.

For dumpling, you must knead as round as possible.

During Winter Solstice, eating dumplings represents family reunion

and one year wiser for the children.

Look at him, a dirty cat.

Don't laugh.

What are you all doing?

Don't play with food.

They are only kids.

Kids... so? You can't scold?

Every day, you only think of playing.

When you grow up you'll be a cleaner.

Why would one talk about their son this way?

What's wrong?

Cut the crap, don't waste my strength talking.

Honey, remember to buy supper!

You are silly.

Every day you say you're on a diet and now you want supper?

It's for your son!

Okay! Okay!

Why breathe so deep?

Your father loves you

but just acts as if he doesn't care.

Don't feel bad for me, I'm used to it.

It's a blessing in disguise if I don't get a scolding for one day!

Come, let's knead dumplings.

Grandpa, excuse me.

Don't burn your hands. Let me help.

Why do I have so many dumplings?

The aunty next door said

eating dumplings during Winter Solstice represents being a year wiser.

You have sixty dumplings.

Mine, only eleven.

Adults must want to eat more,

so they make up this story to tell children!

Grandpa can give you more.

Cannot!

Of course I can.

Dumpling round and round.

Dessert sweet and sweet.

I can give you more.

After eating, you'll grow up faster and earn a lot more money.

Here.

This is from Bao and me.

I see.

No wonder it's so sweet.

Guess what color your mom's favorite was?

Pink.

That's right.

Mom, I hope you're eating dumplings in China too.

Or, you've forgotten Winter Solstice?

Why are you sneaking around?

Master! Why are you scaring me?

Remember! You must prepare the Christmas tree and roast a turkey!

THE WEATHER HERE IS HOT.

IS IT SNOWING IN NEW YORK?

Mom is ignoring me.

Sarah, Sarah!

Let's go, Miss Ivy is waiting for us in her car.

Where to?

She is bringing us to enjoy the sight of Christmas lighting decorations

and shopping at the same time.

Let's go.

Grandpa.

Can I go out with them?

I'll be back for dinner later.

You must listen to Miss Ivy,

don't run around alone, understand?

Let me help you to change.

This is the place.

Hurry, choose your Christmas presents.

But not too expensive, okay?

What happened? Miss your mom?

This is my first Christmas without Mom by my side.

Actually, it doesn't matter where you celebrate Christmas.

It doesn't matter whether there is a white Christmas and a turkey feast.

The most important part of Christmas is that the whole family is safe and happy.

I trust that your mom would want to see you happy too.

Finally, my little angel smiles again.

Let's go get your present!

Miss Ivy, I want to buy grandpa a present,

but I have no idea what to get for him.

I think...

Let's buy something that he could use often!

Something that he can use often?

Grandpa, we're back!

What is this, grandpa?

Christmas tree.

Christmas tree?!

Is it supposed to Look like this?

I've looked around a few shops, I can't get a pine tree.

So I've used the sago cycas tree instead.

Bro Dong, did you see the sago cycas trees in the corridor?

Mr. Lin said he is borrowing them for a day

and will return them tomorrow!

Oh, okay, no problem!

Christmas tree! Christmas tree!

Hush...

Everyone must be hungry now, put down your things and let's eat.

I've asked your parents to let you stay for dinner.

Yes!

Miss Ivy please stay for dinner too.

Okay. Okay.

I want to sit with grandpa.

I am hungry.

Wait for Mr. Lin!

I can't wait to eat my Christmas turkey!

Christmas turkey is here!

Let it cool down for a while first.

Where's the turkey?

Where's the turkey?

This is the turkey you told me about.

Tur-Key.

Gosh, Master! It's turkey, not mud chicken.

Bao, all because you speak broken English!

Doesn't matter, let's eat now!

One, two, three.

Whose birthday is it? Why are there red eggs?

Uncle Lin is way too creative.

Now we have an oriental style Christmas party.

Especially the Christmas tree, a masterpiece, right?

We are Chinese, of course we don't need to follow the western style.

They eat turkey, we eat mud chicken.

Come, come, come. Let's eat chicken.

Cheers!

Grandpa.

Merry Christmas, this is for you.

What is this?

With this, you don't have to scratch your back against the wall anymore!

Good night!

MERRY CHRISTMAS, FROM LIN SIJIA.

Such a big crowd! Finally we've got everyone together.

Sarah, isn’t this party different from the ones in the United States?

Let me go get your three friends.

They will be very happy to see you.

Happy New Year! Happy New Year!

-Glad to see you joining us. -Yes, yes.

Mr. Lin, Sarah, please sit down!

Brothers and sisters. Excuse me for a while.

We were just passing by.

We saw that there is a party here. We are worried for your safety.

So, we are here to protect you.

Protect you all!

Hello, we are very safe here, we don't need your protection.

-Why don't you go somewhere else? -Keep your mouth shut! Don't worry!

Who are you?

Big brother, let's not make things Look bad.

It's you, Mr. Lin.

Are you here to stand up for the rest?

I don't dare.

I have a bill to settle with you.

What bill?

The other day after you treated my arm,

it got worse after I went home.

I don't care. You have to compensate five hundred to me.

Five hundred?

Or else I'll get my brothers to tear down your clinic.

Don't cross the line!

Brother, don't scare the children.

Why don't we settle it over there?

Can't we talk here?

Did I scare anyone?

I shall compensate.

You are lying!

That day, grandpa treated your left arm.

Oh, it is his left arm.

Kiddo, be careful of your mouth.

It's true, I recognized your disgusting face.

Okay.

I have three hundred ringgit with me now, take it for now.

Mr. Lin.

Don't grandpa!

Only three hundred? That's not even enough for us to buy food.

If we make a police report, you won't even need the money.

Because you'll have free meals in jail.

-What? -I'll give you another 200 tomorrow.

That sounds better Mr. Lin, thank you!

Brothers, let's get some food first.

Thank you!

Happy New Year!

Grandpa!

Grandpa, Mom said your Kung Fu is powerful, why are you afraid of them?

Your grandpa didn't want to stir up a fight, understand?

Sarah! What are you angry at?

That's too shameful!

Hey! Get back here!

Get back here!

Kids should stay away from this matter. Madame Ming.

Grandpa, let me help!

Mr. Lin!

Not so hard, not so hard.

Nothing major, just a bruise.

Remember, try not to stay in cold windy areas.

Dry yourself quickly after showers, avoid having direct contact with air con.

If it's still painful,

come back tomorrow, I'll take another look.

Master, it's Master!

You're so amazing!

Mr. Lin!

Mr. Lin!

What an eye-opener.

We finally have the chance to see our national Kung Fu Lead Coach perform.

Awesome!

Dear neighbors, don't talk about the past.

I've not been a lead coach for a long time.

Master!

What's the matter?

Can I be your disciple? I've been wanting to learn Kung Fu.

Please, let me be your disciple! Please.

Grandpa, I want to improve my Kung Fu too,

-please teach me! -Please.

Please say yes.

All right, all right, I'll teach you all.

Not so loud.

Other people's will be sleeping.

Wow! Fireworks! Happy New Year!

It's another new year! Look at the fireworks.

Songs that accompanied me Through childhood years

Humming occasionally When it runs through my mind

Always remembering Mom's advice

They are forever in my dreams and memories

Start eating, the egg is getting cold.

Even though not always paying attention

Teacher's words are always clear at heart

And never ever forget

Mr. Lin.

Did you eat too much hearty stuff recently?

Are you okay?

I'm fine.

Grandpa, have you had a 'poo poo' today?

Mr. Lin.

Don't drink too much coffee, it's hearty. Drink more herbal tea!

Come over for a moment, Mr. Lin.

Come over, come over.

Please come, sit here with us!

Who's not feeling well?

We are all well.

It's you, Mr. Lin.

We cannot deny the fact when one is old.

You're wrong... age is not a problem.

Even people in their golden years can join a singing contest.

And they create more hype than the young people.

Yes, yes.

But Mr. Lin, you're really good.

You're more popular than our Miss Popular.

She's popular in Malaysia, but you went international!

Yes, yes.

What are you trying to say?

Don't open your mouth wide when you're taking an afternoon nap.

Your mouth is bigger than when I was singing!

A fly might just land in your throat.

You have nocturia, right?

At least three times a night

you went in and out of the bathroom.

That's even more often than when I was pregnant.

You've been eating five bananas, three papayas.

Drinking winter melon barley tea and staying in the toilet for half an hour.

That's abnormal!

It's none of your business!

You! Big mouth! Full of decay.

No wonder you have bad breath.

You! Too much coconut water during pregnancy.

Causing your baby to regurgitate milk. Am I right?

And you!

I don't care whether you're Miss Red! Too much wind caused a severe headache.

Come to my clinic, I'll treat you.

Okay.

Excuse me.

Oh, my goodness, I'm done!

I'm talking like a grumpy old woman today!

Sarah shared it!

See for yourself.

Read it out loud.

Just read!

"This is my grandpa, he knows martial arts.

His "Wing Chun" is superb.

But, he salivates when he sleeps

and he makes loud sounds."

-Snoring. -Right, he will snore.

"And he even has constipation problems.

He stays in the toilet a long time.

Are all old people going through the same thing?"

Don't read it anymore!

So wrong!

Si Jia!

How could you expose my secrets?

Now everyone is pointing at me when they see me.

Moreover,

they used to respect me.

They'd greet me as Mr. Lin every time they'd see me!

Now, they just laugh behind my back! Making fun of me.

I am sharing the truth.

But it has nothing to do with others.

Grandpa, your thinking is too old fashioned.

Like my friends in the United States...

Jeff, Emily, Justin, Carina...

Their grandparents communicate through Facebook and blogs too.

So whether it's constipation, snoring,

or salivating during sleep, Alzheimer’s...

They share it too.

It's a common aging issue.

And,

when they are sick, they go online to seek medical advice or relevant info.

They encourage one another, it's not shameful.

So, it's not a problem at all.

I hardly understood half of what you have said!

We're not in the United States!

You should learn how to go online, so that you don't fall behind.

Go online?

I've fed the fish today!

Online? Grandpa feels like hanging himself.

Don't say that! Touch wood!

I've said so much, do you understand?

Grandma, grandpa is afraid of doctors and medicine.

I told him to eat an apple a day but he refused to listen.

Please keep him in your prayers, let him recover from constipation.

So complicated!

At first, the salesman said 2G was good.

Then he told me 3G is stronger.

Later he claimed 4G

is better than 2G and 3G.

I am so confused.

What is all the 'G' about?

Bao!

Are you here to help me to choose a phone, or here to eat?

Let me think...

You can buy an iPhone, Samsung, Oppo, Sony, Nokia,

HTC or Mi.

Since you're a newbie, it doesn't matter.

You will change when there's a new model anyway.

But, I really, really want a new iPad.

I meant the tablet.

With the tablet, I can teach you how to use your phone.

The tablet you mentioned, is it the bigger one?

How come the big gadget can teach me about the small gadget?

Of course, only the big can teach the small!

Just like only big bird can teach a small bird how to fly, right?

You're so out of touch!

My granddaughter said I'm out of touch, and now you said the same too.

I'll make sure I'm not out of touch!

Okay, good, good! I'll work hard too!

But... please, please do not let my parents know about this.

Or else they will hit me.

Okay, deal!

You don't tell Sarah that I'm learning how to use the Internet.

Why?

Just don't tell.

Or else I won’t buy it for you.

Okay, okay, I swear!

What is this?

Hero taught me, you just follow.

Eat some french fries.

Mom, I'm back!

You rascal!

What! Why did you hit me?

I'm going to give you a hard lesson today.

Enough!

Bao, tell me.

Since when did you learn to steal from others?

I did not!

You're denying it? Then where did you get this from?

Answer me! Did you steal cash from the shop, or from elsewhere?

You're looking at my things without my permission, too.

I'm worried that you have bad habits, that's why I'm checking your bag.

No explanation required.

Don't answer back! I'm going to beat you until you tell me the truth!

Enough, do you want to beat him to death?

Stay calm.

Bao, what happened?

No matter what you want, I make sure we buy it for you.

Mobile phone, gadgets, and all sort of toys.

Why are you still stealing?

Mom, I did not steal from others.

You thought all I wanted are just gadgets and toys?

I'd rather not have a phone and gadgets.

All I want is just your companionship, and spending more time together.

Take me to the movies, theme parks.

You've been saying a thousand times you'd bring me to Singapore.

But it's all lies.

I bet you all don't know that I'm good in basketball.

You've never come to my school to see me compete against other teams.

And...

Can both of you not argue every day?

I'm scared every time you two fight.

How could you do this?

You'd be sued if you were in the United States.

My mom has never invaded my privacy.

She won't hit me.

Adults should respect children, too.

What are you talking about?

We love him, we just care about him!

Madame Ming, this is a misunderstanding.

I bought the tablet for Bao.

I asked Bao to teach me how to use the Internet

and agreed to buy him an iPad. He did not steal!

I'm responsible for this.

The commendable thing is Bao kept his promise

even when he's being scolded and beaten.

He is noble hearted.

It's a blessing to have Bao as your son.

Bao.

Bao, sorry son.

Do it yourself.

Bao.

Bao.

Bao.

Bao.

Come.

Grandpa.

Why didn't you ask me to teach you how to use the Internet?

Mr. Lin, your granddaughter is beautiful.

Grandpa, why didn't you ask me to teach you?

Grandpa.

We shall talk later.

Grandpa.

What is the model of your phone, Grandpa?

What is the number?

You're so talkative!

Grandpa, I'm your family.

Why did you ask an outsider to teach you?

You're good to Bao. Why don't you treat your family better?

Speak Mandarin, okay!

Grandpa!

You're annoying me, stop jumping!

Tell me the brand?

Please grandpa, what's the brand?

Is it iPhone or Samsung?

Talkative.

Grandpa, what's the brand?

You are petty and talkative.

I'll ask Bao to marry you if no one wants you in the future.

I don't want that!

This is my mobile number. Of course, you are my family.

Good night, grandpa.

Learning is a never-ending process.

Don't laugh too hard before sleep, you will have bad dreams.

THIS HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH ME!

Keep the noise down.

I did not say anything.

You walk too loud.

Which one?

The one with the old man in it.

Be careful.

You did not close the door.

You should appreciate my help!

Where's the chicken head?

This is not the herb medicine, it's tea!

Who?

Who broke my herb medicine?

Stay there.

Now, come over here!

Who did it?

We accidentally broke it, I'm sorry.

You broke my thing and sorry is the only thing you're saying?

How many times have I told you not to touch my things?

Don't touch my things?

You never learn to be a good kid.

Just like your mom, ignoring instructions.

It's only a bottle of herb medicine.

It's not just herb medicine.

I've dedicated myself to it for 12 years.

I know you don't like me, I don't like you too, get it?

You!

Master.

What do you want? You don't talk for her.

It's all my fault.

What are you talking about?

Actually, I broke the bottle of medicine.

It's not Sarah's fault.

Scold and hit me if you want to.

Sarah has nothing to do with it.

We were just trying to hang the photo frame.

When I turned, I accidentally flung the bottle to the floor.

Did you see Sarah?

-No. -Thank you.

Have you seen Sarah?

Si Jia.

Si Jia.

Don't scare grandpa!

Si Jia.

You asked whether I've hit your mom before?

If you want to go,

then you don't step into my house anymore!

I've not thought of coming back.

But I regret it.

You asked me whether I've been to New York?

Yes.

I've been to New York.

This is Chinese herb medicine.

It's to give to my daughter.

I've said so many times,

my daughter is pregnant.

It is for her to take during confinement after giving birth.

It is good for her health.

-Okay, you can go. -Thank you.

I must bring this herb medicine for my daughter!

My daughter is giving birth,

she needs this herb medicine for her health.

From that incident, I learnt two new words:

No, no. Go, go.

I love your mother. Of course, I love her.

For twelve years, the bottle of herb medicine has been sitting there.

I frequently touched it and stared at it.

That made me miss you both a lot.

Your mother was doing very well in her studies,

but her temperament is stubborn.

Just like me maybe.

During her secondary years, she met a useless man.

She was determined to follow him to the United States.

What saddened me the most was...

not long after they went to the United States,

the useless man abandoned you both.

Your mom had a hard time,

but she is capable.

An Asian girl

who had a baby and needed to handle studies at the same time,

won a place in a top fashion company in the United States

by her hard work.

She's our pride and joy.

She brings glory to the Chinese!

Yes, many celebrities wear Mom's designs.

That day, she called me

and said she's coming back with you,

I was shocked, but happy.

However,

she came and went in a rush. She just stayed a short while.

I know

she still hates me in her heart.

Grandpa, I know everything about Mom

and I know who my father is.

Hello, I came from New York. Have you been to the United States?

No.

Bye Bye.

Don't worry.

I don't want contact with my father.

I just want to see what he looks like now.

I have you and Mom,

you both love me very much.

It doesn't matter if I don't have a father.

Actually, I'm not a good father, either.

And not a good grandfather.

When both of you needed me most, I was not there.

Speaking in a foreign language again?

Mom always says, "Grandpa and grandma are like stars,

not always seen, but forever there."

Grandpa and grandma are like stars,

not always seen, but forever there.

It would be great if grandpa and mom could reconcile things!

Look at the images here.

Look, the color of the material is different from the design sketch.

MOM, GRANDPA IS INJURED. HE REFUSED TO SEE THE DOCTOR.

CAN YOU COME HOME?

-What? -Well.

COME HOME FOR SPRING FESTIVAL.

My drawing is lousy, trash it then!

Hao Nan, calm down.

Leave me alone!

Listen to me!

Come home.

Your love emerges in my heart

The cold night locked down all memories

The stars are not always clear

But I can see you through my tears

If only I could

Hug you tightly in the dreams

If only I could sail through Thousand miles running to you

To say, I miss you

I miss home.

I miss your grandpa.

If only I had the courage

Put down and go home

If only I could travel through skyline To be with you

And say, I love you

Endless times of saying

I love you

So smelly!

As long as you're used to it.

I'm going back to New York, will you miss me?

I know you won't visit me in New York.

But it's okay, we can still chat online.

We can use the emoticons.

That means...

It means using symbols to replace words.

It's hard to explain, I'll show you, it's easy.

Take your phone out.

You press this.

Press this one if you're feeling happy.

It will appear.

See.

To send, press this.

This is easy, you don't need to type.

Wrong button.

You should press it, not slide it.

I see.

You've pressed it wrongly!

Why are you so slow?

Look, select, then send.

How come it disappeared?

You pressed wrong again.

How could you learn so slowly?

What if something happened to you? If you fall, or when you're sick.

Bao is clumsy and slow, he can't help you.

And you don't know how to call a taxi.

You cannot reach me in time.

I know you're afraid of injections.

Grandpa.

Grandpa.

I want to accompany you.

But if I leave Mom alone, I'll miss her too.

Why don't you live with us, grandpa.

Grandpa, I will miss you.

There's a cycling path here.

I don't have to worry when you're cycling alone.

Bao and the rest can always come to accompany you.

Like it here?

Nice!

Grandpa likes it too.

If we are not living here, can we cycle too?

Then let's live here, okay?

Okay!

Faster, Mom is coming home.

Stop licking your lips, the lipstick is almost gone.

Don't make too much of a fuss.

I'm not used to it.

My lips are sticky.

And the powder on my face is so dry, it's uncomfortable.

Okay, I am ready.

Whatever it takes, let's do it!

Actually...

Actually, I want to say...

Actually, I want to say...

You've said the same line more than 10 times.

What do you actually want to say?

Just say it!

In fact, I want to tell you.

-Look at the camera. -I did not study much...

Here.

Actually I want to say, I did not study much--

Actually...

You have repeated ''actually'' again and again.

In the end, you didn't say anything else.

How is it?

How come the way you said it was like you're going to kill yourself?

Forget about it, I'm not recording it anymore!

Let's do it. Sorry, it's my fault.

I'll kill myself if I don't get to eat my burger meal.

Sit down, sit down.

Okay!

Action!

Actually...

What happened?

Finally you get to eat, tears of joy?

My turn! Let me play!

No, I'm not giving it to you.

Mom, I want to play fireworks with them.

Don't disturb me. You can only join them later.

Stop taking selfies, come over to help.

Isn't Ivy helping you?

Sarah is here.

Sarah, you Look beautiful today!

So red! Not nice.

Of course, the color red is good! It brings luck and prosperity!

Look over here.

Stop taking photos grandpa!

So beautiful!

Grandpa, this is for you.

Good girl, you eat more too.

People in the United States don't get to eat hotpot, right?

It is delicious!

Mom would love it if she was here.

Your mother's boss is ridiculous!

It's Chinese New Year Eve, but she still has to work.

Your mom obeys her boss too much.

Mr. Lin, you should be happy!

The pay will double up since she is working during the festive season.

Exactly!

Earthquake during Chinese New Year?

Where?

Chongqing.

China Szechuan, Chongqing.

Szechuan, Chongqing?

Isn't there where Sophia is working?

Are you sure, Ming?

-Okay, let's find out. -Read clearly!

No mention in the news, maybe not serious.

Don't worry too much.

It could be fake since people like to play pranks online.

The news did not report it, either.

Hurry, call your mom!

Give me the number, I'll help you to call.

I'll Look for my relatives in China.

Hopefully they can help to contact her.

What happened?

I cannot get through.

How come all of it blurred out?

I must go to Chongqing

to Look for her. Help me to buy an airplane ticket!

Mr. Lin, you need a visa to go to China,

it can't be done instantly.

The last time you went abroad was to the United States

and it was 12 years ago. Your passport would have expired.

Did you renew your passport?

And it's public holiday now,

government offices are closed.

What's wrong with me?

Mom, where are you? We are worried about you!

I should have stayed in contact with the relatives in China.

Not even a letter.

When something happens, I can't do anything. Even my passport is expired!

Why did I only leave her a message

when I've learnt how to use the mobile phone?

I should have called her and asked her to come back before New Year's Eve.

Then she would have avoided the earthquake!

I'm a true fool!

Hello! We've arrived.

Thank you, Happy Chinese New Year.

Actually, I did not study much.

I can't speak well.

I'm always hurting you, but I hope this time I will not.

I'm not here anymore, what should I tell you.

I've settled my funeral stuff.

Most importantly, I get to be with your mother.

If you're too busy,

don't come back to handle it.

And no need not bring Si Jia, either.

The money that I prepared for your studies

and my Employee Provision Fund,

I've used them to buy a house,

and together with this old house,

I've put it under your name.

The new house is my present to Si Jia.

All the info and agreements

are in the left drawer of your room.

The most important thing to a woman is a cozy home.

Somewhere you belong.

If there's a chance,

I hope you can meet a good man.

Let him take care of you and Si Jia.

As long as you like him, I won't disagree this time.

Sophia...

If there is a next life,

I hope you can promise to give me a chance

to be your father again. Can you?

I promise you that I'll give you all the joy and harmony.

Please.

Sophia, thank you for letting Si Jia accompany me.

She is obedient and understanding, like you.

This is my blessing.

People say, it's fate to be family.

God put us together, and make effort to make the relationship last.

I hope we appreciate and treasure it, be happy.

No matter where we are,

your mother and I will bless you both forever.

Please forgive me.

Forgive me, please.

I love you and Sarah,

forever and ever.

Grandpa, it is Mom! Mom!

Mom! Mom!

Sarah.

Good to see you home.

Dad.

As long as you're safe.

As long as you're safe.

Let me do it.

I'm only back for a week and there is so much to pack.

Remember to put the dried shrimps and mushrooms in the refrigerator.

I'll send you more later.

-Okay. -Sit down.

What is this?

The next time you come back,

you don't have to squeeze in this small room with Si Jia anymore.

The environment is good.

I brought her there, she loves it.

She is happy that she can cycle and swim every day.

Dad, she is just a kid, don't take her words seriously.

We don't mind staying here.

You should spend the money for yourself.

Go on a vacation, eat well.

And buy the things that you like.

You are very thoughtful.

Actually it doesn't matter where one lives,

as long as it feels like home.

Take this as a small deed from Dad.

For Shi Jia's dowry in the future.

Take it, take it.

Thank you, Dad.

Sophia, you taught your daughter well.

Dad, you taught me well, too.

Sorry.

Sorry.

-Sorry. -Sorry.

This iPod is for you.

Thank you, Sarah.

Keep it up!

This is for you. You will Look good in dresses.

I will miss you very much.

I will miss you too.

Don't slop and gush and be sentimental.

We've got Face Time now, we can keep in touch every day.

Every day.

No, it's awkward

So, do you want this?

Bye bye.

Sarah!

When will you be back?

Sarah.

The sense of rain leads the way home

The road is familiar as my footprints After you are still visible

Old photos restored memories That just like yesterday

Your hug is like the warmth Of an old big tree

Walk carefully in the rain And I always remember what you have said

Nothing can sweep away words That already kept in the heart

Don't worry, there is road after rain

Never forget those time We used to admire the sunset

You hold me, walk through fog

And taught me hope Is at the end of a dark path

The vision of years is clearer after tears

It is a blessing to miss someone Through happy tears

Time returns to the same afternoon When I left home

The leaves are dancing in the sky When you see me off

Walk carefully in the rain And I always remember what you have said

Nothing can sweep away words That already kept in the heart

Don't worry, there is road after rain

Never forget those times We used to admire the sunset

You hold me, walk through fog

And taught me hope Is at the end of a dark path

Mom, I am happy to go home with you.

Dad, thank you for coming home with us.

Good, good.

My rules.

I want to pee.

Be careful.

But it's heavy.

Push!

GENTLY INSERT TIP INTO RECTUM.

I don't understand. Why don't you tell your daughter that you love her now?

Why wait until you're dead?

Say it when you want to. She is just a phone call away and can do it anytime.

Master, can Sarah stay?

I thought so too,

but she has to, she needs to go to school.

Why are you asking this question suddenly?

Nothing, nothing.

Don't tell me you like Si Jia?!

You're so young!

Don't you dare think about that!

I warned you! You are still small, don’t mess around.

If you want to get to her, you have to go through me first!

Subtitle translation by Carmen Huang