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SIX MONTHS LATER

2019

Dao, are you ready?

Yes.

Your interview's at ten. It's almost nine already.

Do you think they'll like my work?

Come on, they called you in this fast.

They don't just like it. They love it!

That's right, Grandma.

Be confident, Dao.

You gave up everything to do what you love.

I believe someone will see that.

And today is that day.

Dreams

are hard to achieve, Sweetie.

But if you make it happen,

it will stay with you your whole life.

Good luck.

- I'm heading out now. - Alright.

Good luck, Dao.

My assistant really loved your work.

That's why we rushed to set this meeting with you…

Nubdao, right?

Yes.

I like it.

I think your cartoon character is very cute.

Thank you.

But I just can't picture how it would become an animation.

If there's anything you want me to revise, feel free to tell me. I can do it all.

It would need a lot of changes.

And then it wouldn't be your work anymore. Are you okay with that?

BUS STOP

Ten years from now,

it could be as famous as One Piece.

One Piece, really?

But if you want it more famous,

you'll have to draw me.

You?

As a cartoon?

Why not?

Am I not cute enough?

Getting excited early, Daddy?

It's still a long way until the baby comes.

I'm just getting ready.

Like it, Sweetie?

"I do, Daddy."

I'm just so happy seeing you smile like this, Ran.

But when the baby's born, you'll be tired.

And when the baby grows up…

No more tiredness, right?

Even more tired.

Yes, Bro?

I'm home.

Okay, come on over.

Kae and the crew are coming.

- Mom, do we have anything in the fridge? - Let me go check quickly.

- Hello, Mom. - Hello, Mom.

- How have you been? - How have you been?

We haven't met for ages. What are all these?

- How have you been, Mom? - I'm well.

Put it down first. You know what? I have something for you.

Steamed dumplings and fresh spring rolls from Talat Phlu. I know you're hungry.

I really came on the right day.

- Go ahead, take it. - Thank you.

- Take it. Take it. - I want this one.

Hello, Mommy and Daddy!

- Hey! - How's it going?

- Hello, Mira. - Hello.

- Come sit down. - Have a seat.

Wow, look at that belly!

- I'll go get you some water. - Take care of her, Ran!

I'll get water for you.

Ran, ever since you moved the office out…

- This house feels a lot bigger. - Yes.

So, how's the investor from Singapore? Are they okay?

They're good. They don't interfere.

- They let me manage everything. - That's great.

No wonder

we can never get you to hang out.

Too busy with work or your wife?

Both, but…

mostly my wife.

- Whoa! - Alright.

I knew it. Here, a gift for the baby.

A breast pump and a sterilizer.

This one's from me, Ning, and Dao.

Thank you.

And this one…

A top-quality car seat from your friendly crypto millionaire.

Bought it by myself, and didn't split the cost with anyone.

Mira and I were planning to buy this.

Look, Mira.

- It's the one we were considering! - Thanks, Bro.

Thank you.

I can imagine my grandchild sitting here.

- Wow. - And this is for Grandma.

PM 2.5 anti-dust masks.

Really? Let me see.

I love it.

They are really hard to find.

I've never seen this PM 2.5 thing before in my life.

Don't tell me you wake up so early,

you've only ever seen a.m. dust.

These glasses are expensive, Mom.

Mr. Stone Face?

- It's Mr. Stone Face. - Yes, Mom. Dao sells it.

There are bags, bottles, even shirts.

Oh, so cute.

How's Dao doing?

I heard she quit her job.

I thought she'd be free, but she's busier than ever.

She doesn't even come see me.

She's at a booth today, selling her stuff.

Or if you want, I can video call her.

- Yes, yes! - Call her!

- Call her. - Okay.

- So that'll be everyone. - Come on.

- Very cute. - Give me a sec.

I'm going to the restroom.

- I'll come with you. - It's okay.

You stay with your friends. I can go myself.

Reaching her now.

Ran, Dao picked up.

Dao, someone wants to talk to you.

- Hi! - Hey, Ran.

Come on. Sit down.

- Dao. - Hi, Mom.

I miss you, Dao. Are you tired from the booth?

Mom, if you want her to feel better,

you've gotta support her business.

I'm taking orders. 20 baht a piece.

You're charging my mom?

- Time is money! - Kae.

But Mom…

- I'll do it for ten baht. - Whoa.

- No better! - You're the same.

- I wanna be rich. - Dao!

Let me see your booth.

Are sales good today?

- She's still the same. Or is it just me? - I feel the same.

Pregnant women usually get sick of husbands, but she's sick of his friends.

I'm not even pregnant, and I still can't stand you.

But she only acts that way around us.

I saw her friends visiting on Instagram,

she looked happy.

So when exactly did we ever do anything to her?

What?

Nothing.

How are you getting home? Isn't Ice picking you up?

She went to make merit in Udon.

You wanna get in on the merit?

I'll call her to dedicate some to you.

You'll be blessed for sure.

Why didn't she take you with her? Did you guys fight?

Nosy!

I was just asking. No need to snap.

You go ahead. I forgot my phone.

- I can wait. - No need.

Just go!

She still hates you.

Get in.

Looks like your mom really misses Dao.

She misses everyone.

If Ning had gone, she'd be missing Ning.

So why didn't Dao come?

She had to go sell her stuff.

The stuff with your face on it?

- Mira. - What?

I can't even mention her now?

Next time your friends visit, I'll just stay upstairs

so you can talk to them in peace.

I'll go put things away.

Let me help.

I'm sorry. It slipped. I didn't mean to.

It's okay, it's okay.

I'll clean it up.

You should go rest.

It's fine.

Sorry, I forgot my phone.

Good luck.

I think she dropped it on purpose.

We should've just sent a card and called it a day.

You're being biased. She didn't mean to.

And we already gave it to her, so let's not overthink it.

I think she's toxic.

Probably not that bad.

And she doesn't even dislike you guys, she dislikes me.

Being my friends, you're caught in this too.

Still, it's getting worse.

Remember the wedding?

You got her an organizer, but she refused.

Even though it was better and cheaper.

Or…

Maybe Ran told her he likes you.

That's ridiculous.

Why would he dig his own grave like that?

That's true.

But you and Ran never crossed the line.

Unless you already slept together and you're not telling me.

Ugh, I shouldn't have told you anything.

- Wait, did you? - Are you crazy?

But you should've realized it sooner.

Then Ran wouldn't have had to go through hell with her.

Forget it.

My story with Ran ended that day.

It's okay.

- I'm getting some food. Want anything? - No, thanks.

Okay.

She's pregnant.

Congrats.

You're gonna be a dad.

Mira must be happy too.

Guess that makes me an aunt?

I'm sorry.

What for?

This is a happy thing.

Your baby's going to be super cute,

with a handsome dad and a pretty mom.

Your mom must be excited to be a grandma.

I used to wonder

what it would be like

to live my life with you.

But now…

I don't think I can feel that way again.

That's a good thing.

Being friends is already good, right?

Let's do what Ning said. Self-hypnosis.

Say it until we believe it.

We're just friends. We're just friends.

We're just friends.

We're just friends.

We're just friends…

We're just friends.

We're just friends. We're just…

Okay.

You didn't sell at all?

How about IG sales?

I got some regulars.

But not enough to make a living, right?

How about the art toy companies you pitched to?

Any interest?

Pop Toy emailed me.

I've also been in talks about Mr. Stone Face.

Pop Toy? The one in China?

They're huge!

They have tons of famous art toys.

Why don't you look excited?

I only sent my work to Thai companies. Why would a big company be interested?

Definitely a scam.

This… A scam?

Are you crazy?

You're broke. What would you be scared of a scammer for?

Give it.

Just talk to them first.

You asked your mom for a one-year break. It's been halfway now.

If it doesn't work out,

she's sending you to help your sister.

Whoa, you're so good at killing morale.

Well, I'm the type who piles on,

not the supportive type like Ran.

But now, the supportive type is probably wiping his own tears.

Talk to Pop Toy.

If you don't, I'll keep nagging.

Fine, fine, I'll talk to them.

And this stuff,

I'll try selling it at my office.

One meal of BBQ for commission, deal?

CHAKRAWET HOSPITAL

Yeah, Grandma.

I just parked and I'm heading to the golf cart.

Wait for me.

Dao?

‪PARKING LOT - CHAKRAWET HOSPITAL

What are you doing here?

Grandma's been coughing a lot, so I brought her in for a lung check.

Too much pollution, right?

I'll buy her an air purifier.

App's a hit, suddenly generous?

Then I'll take ten and put one in every room.

Chill.

I just set up a new office. I already spent a lot.

And I've got to take care of more employees.

And a baby too?

So,

Mira's in for a checkup?

You go ahead. Don't let Grandma wait.

Alright. See you.

PARKING LOT - CHAKRAWET HOSPITAL

CHAKRAWET HOSPITAL

I'm here, Grandma. Where are you?

I'll meet you in the bathroom.

Not called in yet?

Are you thirsty?

Ran!

- Grandma! - Whoa.

- Hello! - Long time no see!

I missed you.

How are you doing?

I'm good.

Grandma, this is Mira, my girlfriend.

Hello.

I finally get to meet you.

Such a shame I couldn't make it to your wedding, I really wasn't well.

How far along are you now?

Almost eight months.

Oh, good, good.

Wishing you strength and an easy delivery, Dear.

- Thank you. - Oh!

I brought bael fruit juice for the doctor today.

Here, I'll give some to you and Mira too.

- Thank you so much. - Ran loves my bael fruit juice.

- Thank you. - I add some pandan to make it fragrant.

When they were kids, these two would fight over it all the time.

Grandma.

I'll send you the recipe so you can make it for Ran.

- Grandma. - Thank you.

It's almost time for the doctor.

Oh really? Alright then, I'll go now.

- See you later, Dear. Take care. - Goodbye, Grandma.

Bye-bye.

- Get well soon. - Thanks, Dear. Thank you.

Ran, Mira, how was the checkup?

The doctor said the baby's shy.

So adorable!

So shy they covered their face, wouldn't even let me see.

Just like you when you were little.

- Really? - Yes, you covered your face like this.

Look.

This one's really clear.

Looks like Mira's lips, don't you think?

What do you think, Mira?

Ran.

- I'll go rinse the veggies in the back. - Okay, Mom.

Mira, are you hungry?

I'll get you some steamed rice noodle rolls.

I'm not hungry.

Then how about some avocado? I'll peel one.

I said I'm not hungry.

Then,

I'm going to the office.

Call me if you need anything.

I didn't know you liked bael fruit juice.

I know how to make it too.

Mira.

There are still so many things I like and dislike.

We'll learn more about each other.

Alright?

There are things I don't even know…

- Things you like and dislike. - You don't know or you don't want to know?

And when you told Grandma to get well soon,

did you even know what she's sick with?

She didn't say anything.

She was coughing. She went to the doctor.

She must be sick.

I'm heading out.

You saw Dao first, didn't you?

Why didn't she look surprised to see me?

I saw her in the parking lot.

So why didn't you ride the golf cart together?

Were you afraid I'd see?

If there's really nothing going on, what's there to be afraid of?

The cart was full.

There's really nothing.

You say nothing's going on.

Can you say that about your heart too?

Mira.

I know…

If I wasn't pregnant,

you'd be with Dao already, wouldn't you?

Mira.

I love you.

I know you're suspicious.

That's why I've kept my distance from Dao.

I've done everything I can.

The guys invited me out so many times,

I never went.

Because I care about you.

But you still haven't let go of her.

You still love her.

Ran.

Where's Mira?

She went upstairs to rest.

Hang in there, Son.

Pregnant women can be like this.

And also…

Mira's afraid of the bond you have with Dao.

But she's the mother of my child now.

We're women.

We imagine all sorts of things.

Now it's your job

to earn her trust.

Yes, Mom.

- I'm heading to work. - Alright.

Hey hey, enough.

Who pissed you off?

Did you fight with your wife?

There it is.

You fight with her and take it out on your friend?

Is she extra moody lately?

She snapped at us the other day when we visited.

She wasn't snapping at you.

Then who was she snapping at?

Your mom? The office staff?

Dao.

Dao wasn't even there that day.

Now that you mention it,

you haven't seen Dao in a while.

Yes.

That's why I've been avoiding her.

Are you saying…

she's jealous of you and Dao?

You two have been friends since Grade 7. What's there to be jealous about?

Shit.

So…

- You and Dao… - We talked.

And I've already moved on from her.

Damn.

How did I not know?

Since when?

How far did it go?

Nowhere far.

Forget it.

Damn.

Now I feel left out.

Ran, what am I to you, a fool? Why didn't you tell me?

Why didn't you?

I'm your friend, man.

Why didn't you tell me?

And have you really moved on?

I've been trying for ages. I haven't even moved on from Ning.

You haven't?

Then why haven't you done something?

Hi Dao.

Are you at your booth?

I just got off work.

I'll stop by.

Okay.

Ning.

What are you doing here?

I'm meeting a client nearby.

Then I happened to run into you.

Happened to?

Yeah. Just happened.

So…

No pickup from your girl again?

You'd see her if she did.

And she's still not back yet?

I saw on her IG. She's still posting from Udon.

Don't be nosy.

Hey, I'm just concerned.

Can't a friend worry?

When Phaprae dumped me,

I even told you about it.

So,

you're having problems?

She went to make merit for her dead ex. She still hasn't moved on. Happy now?

But…

But I thought she really loved you.

She spoils you, always buying you stuff.

Everything she buys me

is exactly what she used to buy for her ex.

She sees me as just a stand-in for her ex.

You want to mock me, don't you? Go on then.

Mock me.

And just go.

Hey, Ning!

Ning, where are you going?

What the hell?

Are you okay?

Did that hurt?

I can't fix it.

But you can wear mine for now.

No.

It's fine. I can walk barefoot.

Come on.

Let's go.

Let's go.

You don't have to pity me. Don't be nice to me.

This is all your fault.

How is it my fault?

If you'd treated me right, if you hadn't cheated, we wouldn't have broken up.

I wouldn't have dated someone else. I wouldn't be living like this.

I'm sorry.

I know now that I messed up.

It's too late.

If I said anything the other day

that upset you,

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry too.

I know you really tried to be with me.

I don't have to try.

Everyone has a past, Mira.

But my present

is you and the baby.

I love you, Mira.

Thank you, Ran.

Thank you so much.

From now on, I won't be suspicious.

I won't overthink things between you and Dao.

I won't make you feel uneasy anymore.

It's okay.

Don't be sad.

Smile.

Mommy looks so pretty

when she smiles.

Right, little one?

The baby's kicking.

Must've heard you talking.

You like chatting with Dad, huh?

Really? Hmm?

- DO YOU HAVE A NEW COLLECTION OUT YET? - THE OLD ONE HASN'T SOLD OUT YET

BUT I PROMISE, ONCE THE NEW ONE'S READY, I'LL TELL MY REGULARS FIRST.

I'M FREE TODAY. I'LL STOP BY THE SHOP.

NOW?

YES.

If I buy all of these,

will you drop a new collection?

So, the Telescope IG account

that always orders from me is you?

Yes.

I named it Telescope

so I could watch you from afar.

Dao.

I'm sorry.

I miss you.

Can we get back together?

Hey!

You seriously have the nerve to come back to Dao?

Get lost. Don't mess with my friend.

Dao, please hear me out.

I've already talked to Kate. We're done.

Please give me another chance.

You still think we can get back together?

Why not? I love you, Dao.

Everyone, this guy's a creep!

He slept with his own sister!

Take photos! Record him! Expose him!

- Do it! - Dao!

I came because I was worried about you.

You've got no one left.

Ran married his girlfriend.

His career's booming. His family's perfect.

- What does that have to do with Ran? - How could it not?

I know you're not over him.

But whatever was between you and Ran, it's impossible.

Shut up, you creep!

Dao…

- Let go, Ken! - Dao…

Get lost, or I'll splash this on you for real.

I'm ready to support you.

I can help with anything.

I'll make you forget about Ran.

- Hey! - Hey!

Ken, stop!

Don't make me hate you even more.

Leave now. Don't come near me ever again.

I said leave!

It's okay, Dao.

Let's go eat over there.

Dao.

Are you okay?

Ning told me what happened today.

I'm okay.

I'm over Ken.

As for Ran,

I'm happy for him.

Being strong is good.

But with me,

you can be weak.

About Paran,

I really am happy for him

that he has a good life and a warm family.

Why can't I stop crying?

Because you still love him.

Why is it that nothing I do ever works out?

Love sucks.

Even the work I put my heart into, no one sees it.

Why can't I be as lucky as you, Duen?

Why do you think I'm lucky?

You succeed at everything.

And you've got Jew by your side.

Jew's been unemployed for four months, Dao.

Duen…

All those times you saw him dressed and heading out,

I asked him to. So Mom and Grandma wouldn't know.

And all the household expenses right now,

I'm covering them by myself.

Duen…

Why didn't you tell anyone?

Why did you keep it to yourself?

Because I'm the eldest.

I'm the hope of this family.

So I have to carry the burden.

But it's okay.

I can handle it.

Everyone has problems, Dao.

It's about how we choose to face them.

And how do we know if we made the right choice?

No one knows, Dao.

We just pick the path that gives us the most peace.

I chose this one because it makes Mom and Grandma happy.

You're right.

Why should we suffer

when we have a choice?

Ning, what are you doing?

If Ice can't let go of her ex,

then I'll let go of her.

ICE, LET'S BREAK UP.

What is it, Dao?

An email from Pop Toy in China.

They sent me the terms.

Wait, so you already talked to them?

They said if I join as one of their artists,

at least two years in China for me.

Two years?

But I'm not going.

Are you crazy?

I don't speak the language. I won't be able to talk to anyone.

And I'm worried about Mom and Grandma.

But it's a great opportunity, Dao.

Yeah.

It really is.

If dev team finishes this, let me know.

Got it, Ran.

Okay, that's it for today. Thanks.

Thank you.

Yes, Ning?

You haven't read the group chat again, have you?

When are you going to stop ignoring your messages?

I've been busy. What's up?

Dao's going to work at Pop Toy.

She'll be in China for two years.

We're throwing her a send-off tomorrow night.

Can you come?

Even if she doesn't say it,

I know she's waiting for you.

Please come.

Location is in the chat.

Wow, Dao.

You really felt that song.

Whoa.

So? Are you getting emotional

about leaving home?

But don't stress.

I'm sure your Mr. Stone Face

will become world-famous.

Hey.

Bring me back a secret edition, okay?

- Alright. - Hey, cheers!

- Cheers! - Cheers!

Oh, hey?

What's going on with you two again?

If you play with a dog, it will lick your mouth.

I cut him off a long time ago, but he keeps hanging around.

Dogs are loyal, what's wrong with that?

- How is that a good thing? - Hey, stop! Stop!

This feels just like

when you guys first broke up.

Don't start fighting yet.

I can't stop you. Just wait for Ran.

Ran's probably not coming.

I called him earlier. He was still stuck at work.

Then he had to go back to his wife.

Our friend is going away for years!

Okay, I'll call him.

No need.

Never mind.

I didn't expect him to come anyway.

I'm heading to the restroom.

I'll sing "Into the Woods" alone.

I thought you weren't coming.

How could I not?

So you're really going to China?

Do you even know a Chinese word?

Xièxiè.

Is that a swear word?

That means thank you.

Thanks for coming.

Want anything from China?

I'll ship it over.

Nope.

But you,

don't drink too much over there.

If you get drunk, there's no one to take you home.

I can hold my liquor now.

Too much life stress.

Then take care of your liver.

Honestly, I didn't think

I'd come this far.

But I'm not surprised.

This has been your dream since we were kids.

And when you do what you love,

you do it well.

That's not true.

If that were true,

I'd be doing a lot better.

Good luck, Dao.

It's probably hard for someone like you to live all alone,

but I know you'll get through it.

I'll be cheering for your success.

As for me, I don't need to wish you luck, do I?

You've always been lucky.

Let's go.

Let's sing.

The others are cursing you out already.

Let them.

I'm just stopping by.

I gotta get back to Mira.

See you.

Wait, Ran.

Let's take a selfie.

You didn't forget your passport and ticket, did you?

And did you take the money I set aside?

- And your medicine? - If you're gonna ask this much…

Dao, just pack your mom in the suitcase with you.

Oh, Mom.

Dao's never lived far from home on her own before.

That's enough now.

Text us when you arrive, okay?

Take photos of your room, your bed and everything.

So Mom knows exactly how you're doing.

Thank you for everything, Duen.

Look after everyone for me, Jew.

Duen really loves you a lot.

Are you really not letting me take you to the airport?

No.

If you go,

I'll end up crying in front of everyone.

Oh, sweetheart… Come here.

Have a safe trip.

- I'm off now. - Take care.

Good luck.

Safe travels, Dear.

- Ow! - Ran!

Hurry upstairs, quick!

Ran, hurry!

Ran!

Stay calm.

Ran!

- Mira! - Get her to the hospital!

Hurry up and take her to the hospital!

Stay focused.

Push. Long, steady push, okay?

Hold your breath. One more time.

Long push. One more time.

Chin to chest. Chin to chest!

We're ready to take off to Shanghai.

Rows 50-59,

please proceed to Gate G2.

Business class passengers

may board at your leisure. Thank you.

When I was born,

was I this small, Mom?

A newborn at eight months is about this size.

Remember Aunt Pa's baby in the incubator?

He grew up strong.

Stay strong, little one,

so we can go home together soon.

- What's going on, Mom? - I don't know.

- I will… - No. Don't

I'll go ask.

NURSERY UNIT

Where's our baby, Ran?

Can you ask the nurse to bring the baby over? I want to hold our child.

Our baby is no longer with us, Mira.

That's not true, right?

It's not true…

It's not true, Ran.

It's not true.

It's not true.

That's not true, right?

Good luck.

EVERY PROBLEM HAS A WAY IN.

Any word from the embassy on the return paperwork?

Someone at the office got COVID. Everyone has to take a PCR test.

Dao.

Dao!

Do you hear me, Dao?

Subtitle translation by: Panuwat Baikeawon