All language subtitles for Never-Ending Summer (2026) S1E21

Taste good?

I thought I wouldn't be

back in Pingchuan until year-end.

Didn't expect Everpeak's offer letter

to come so soon.

Your project in the industry

is a benchmark.

I've heard a lot even in Pingchuan.

No wonder Everpeak HQ

doesn't want to miss out on you.

Once I settle in at Everpeak,

just ask if you need anything.

I'll work hard to catch up to you

and never give you

a chance to help me out.

You've always competed with me

since we were kids, still at it even now?

You were top of the grade, I was second.

Who else am I supposed to compete with?

Remember back in high school

you asked what my dream was.

I said success and fame.

I remember that.

Back then I told myself

if I ever got the chance

I'd bring you to a place like this

for a proper dinner.

It's finally come true.

I never dared imagine all this before.

Now it's all thanks to you.

How's everyone doing?

Speaking of that,

Ms. Zhang passed away

from an illness recently.

Meng and I just attended her funeral.

I didn't even get to

see her off one last time.

Are you free tomorrow?

No jet lag?

I know what you're up to.

Hey,

handle these drawings gently,

okay?

Be extra careful.

Don't bump the corners.

These are expensive.

Careful.

Go away.

Don't run around here, okay?

Don't knock these over.

Go play somewhere else.

Handle with care, guys.

Be careful.

How is it? Not bad, huh?

All furniture's kept in place

exactly how you left them.

Basically unchanged per your habits.

I get cleaners over

once every month.

But the floors

got trampled dirty by the movers

hauling all these drawings in.

Come on.

This way.

The fish tank.

Where's my fish?

The tank's

being cleaned up.

Where are the fish?

The fish...

They're in...

In the sea? At the aquarium?

They're all doing fine.

Fish don't live as long as people.

Well...

Cut down on them, they're bad for you.

Got it.

Hey, about

the art exhibition,

Eddie has come up with several drafts.

I'll show you the venue tomorrow.

Okay?

I...

I'd better go check on the drawings.

Go, you're so sloppy.

Hurry, hurry, hurry.

Wait.

Thank you.

That's rare.

Hearing a thank-you from you.

I'm off.

Hey, this corner...

Didn't sleep well again?

Look at these drafts.

Just rough outlines for now.

See if any catch your eye.

Eddie will refine

whichever one you like.

Get some sleep first.

We won't arrive for a while.

First stop's the convention center.

I understand

why you insisted on having

your first show in Pingchuan.

But for all future stops,

we'll get professionals

to assess locations, okay?

Didn't you hear the bell?

Let me ask you,

what's the most important thing

right now?

The college entrance exam.

The exam matters, yes.

But being a decent person matters more.

Be strict with yourselves.

It's been ten years.

This place still looks the same.

Yeah, just new desks and chairs,

and added multimedia equipment.

Everything else's unchanged.

Look at these curtains.

Same exact color.

Seems like a lot of people

miss Ms. Zhang.

Mr. Bow.

It's you.

Zhou Wan.

"Draw the bow full like a round moon."

A fully drawn bow, right?

Lu Xixiao.

Where are you now

at this moment?

Do you still hate me that much?

Zhou Wan.

School just let out,

there must be some teachers

staying behind to wrap things up.

I want to go say hi to them.

Go ahead.

I already saw them

at Ms. Zhang's funeral

a few days back.

Fine.

Seeing them would just bring more sadness.

I'll just sit here for a while,

then walk around a bit.

Meet up later.

Sure, catch you later.

Pull over, stop the car.

Pull over, quick!

I booked the convention center.

Where are you going?

Just wanted to take a look.

No parking here, hurry up.

What are you doing here?

No one's in the office,

so I wandered around.

I've never been to this area before.

It's pretty unique.

Let's go.

- Yeah.
- Let's go.

Ms. Lu.

The resort project was founded 20 years ago

by the old chairman himself.

I secured the land

all on my own.

The entire project

was also completed under my watch.

So I really don't get it

why we're suddenly

adding unnecessary steps

with an internal pitch competition.

As you said,

Phase One wrapped up

twenty years ago.

Times have changed.

We can't keep sticking

to outdated ways.

Everpeak's opened

so many branches in recent years,

brought in so much fresh talent,

we should let them bring

new ideas.

The Phase One resort has accounted for

over 30 percent of the company's revenue

all these years.

That alone proves it's a huge success.

New ideas?

They're great, of course.

But handing a project this big

over to a branch?

That's too risky.

All branches will take part

in this internal pitch competition.

The winning branch

will form the Phase Two project group,

directly overseen by

a head from HQ.

That way we get fresh ideas

while effectively managing risk.

Mr. Lu, you've held full control

over the resort project

all these years.

It's time to give everyone here

a fair shot to compete,

don't you think?

After the competition,

how will the overall head

of Phase Two be chosen?

The full board of directors

will make the final call together.

I've waited a whole decade

to see you care for me.

If you keep putting off coming home,

I'll be in my grave

before you get here.

Don't kid me, Grandpa.

I asked around before coming back.

They said you're as fit

as ever.

Who told you that?

I take more pills every day

than meals.

Really?

Then I guess the supplements

I brought you

are no good now?

I'll have someone take them back.

No, no, no, don't.

You can't give a gift then take it back.

Sit down.

So,

how long

are you staying?

I came back

for an exhibition,

so I'll stay a good while longer.

Not planning to move back for good?

I never thought

you'd end up sticking with drawing.

But I studied economics like you asked,

didn't I?

You got a master's degree

yet refuse to help the family business,

What's the point?

What's wrong with drawing?

The brush will never abandon me.

Alright, Grandpa.

You told me years ago

I could choose my own path.

You can't go back on your word

at this age now.

I specially brought

a drawing for you.

If you don't want it...

Wait, wait.

You little brat.

Are you bullying your grandpa?

Huh?

You know I'm soft on you.

I'd never dare.

Good.

Just glad you're back.

Yeah, boss.

Sure, sure.

Absolutely.

I'll keep it up.

Take care.

Okay.

Bye.

Back when you were at Wantuo,

he filed a report to get you fired.

Now he's taking your work

and claiming

all the credit.

Wan,

you're way too nice.

Overtime's paid,

bonuses are coming.

Getting mad at him

just wastes my time.

But you deserve a raise

and promotion ages ago.

And knowing him,

that bonus might not even reach us.

Alright, everyone.

I've got

great news to share.

Bonuses for the Wantuo project

have been approved.

Everyone's getting a share.

Let's hear some applause.

Cheers!

But

don't get too

carried away.

Because next week,

we have

the Everpeak Resort

Phase Two pitch competition

coming up.

So here's the second piece of news.

Starting today,

everyone's pulling overtime.

Told you.

Hello? Who's this?

So grumpy?

Sorry, Auntie.

Didn't check the caller ID.

You ungrateful kid,

didn't even tell me you're back.

I knew you were busy.

I'm free tomorrow.

Let's grab a meal.

With things so tense,

you still have time to dine with me?

Not that simple, is it?

Impressive.

You were overseas back then

yet knew everything that went on here.

Auntie,

I know you and Grandpa

care about me more than anyone,

and I'm truly grateful.

But

I really don't want

any part of

Everpeak's business.

How about this.

When you're free,

and you miss me,

I'll come find you.

We'll have a meal together, alright?

Alright, alright.

You're all grown up.

Get ahead of me

before I even speak.

Since you've already shut down

everything I was going to say,

I won't push it.

When you're free,

come have a meal with me

and your grandpa.

Yeah, okay.

It's you?

Don't you have a key?

Why ring the bell?

I rang forever and you didn't answer.

What are you here for?

To discuss

all the exhibition details with you.

I'm moving in

to fight alongside you.

Spill the truth.

Fine.

To make sure you finish

your overdue artwork,

I'm moving in to supervise.

Get out.

No, no, no.

Honestly?

Marriage crisis, man.

Nowhere else to go.

Really.

I mean it.

Say you welcome me.

Welcome.

Welcome.

I wish I knew

what went wrong.

The thing is

I don't have a clue.

Dude.

Dated for seven years,

married for three.

You don't have a clue?

No cheating.

No fights.

I really don't know.

Honestly, nothing happened.

Nothing happened?

No feelings?

No love?

Nothing?

So you two are getting divorced?

If it weren't for the cooling-off period,

I'd have signed the papers today.

You want a divorce?

Why?

Why?

Tired, I guess.

Tired.

Is it because I left the seat up

after peeing?

Or forgot to hang out

her freshly washed laundry?

Or when she called me

during a work call and I didn't answer?

It can't be those trivial things.

Gu Meng's not the type

to blow up over small stuff.

Was it her birthday a while back?

I was overseas

negotiating with collectors

for you back then.

No way.

I bought her a birthday gift

and made it up to her.

For my birthday,

I told him I wanted

a scented candle from a certain brand.

And what did I get?

A fire extinguisher.

He said I've got way too much temper,

and needed to cool down.

Said it's custom.

We were in a cold war

and I was worn out from holding it in.

But he filled

the whole room with

pirated artworks from online,

then asked me to

spot the differences

as if nothing was wrong.

Is he out of his mind?

Yeah, he's definitely lost it.

But it's also pretty creative.

No one would think that up except him.

I could overlook

all of that nonsense.

All I ever wanted was

the person

I care most about

to be there

when I needed him.

Is that too much to ask?

No,

not at all.

Okay, maybe a little bit.

Meng.

We'll meet

countless people in life.

No one can promise

they'll always be

each other's priority.

You'll cross paths with

many more people down the line.

But what if I'm tired after work,

or I have something happy

I want to share,

or I'm sad and need to vent,

and he's just not there?

He can't even grasp

what's troubling me.

He doesn't get

that I need care.

Then what's the point

of having him

in my life?

If you can't take it, don't.

If it's meaningless, let it go.

Cry if you need to. It's okay.

Wan.

Do you think I'm

being unreasonable?

Back then,

my whole family opposed

me being with

Jiang Fan,

said he was unreliable.

But now,

everyone thinks

he's successful,

he's ambitious.

So why do I

miss the old him,

the one who only had eyes on me?

What about

your wedding apartment?

That place?

She refused to

take money from my parents.

We saved up for the down payment,

planning to pay the mortgage gradually

then furnish the place.

But we both

got busier and busier,

and the apartment's

still empty to this day.

Alright, carry on with your work.

I'll be back in half an hour, okay?

Bye.

What's up?

You called me over in a rush.

I'm swamped with exhibition prep.

I've already signed it.

If it looks fine to you,

come with me

to the civil affairs bureau in a bit.

Is this really necessary?

I'm just swamped these days.

I've contacted an agent

to sell this place.

All asset splits

are written into the contract.

Once the money comes in,

I'll transfer it to you right away.

You're serious? Babe?

Take a look.

I'll wait outside.

That apartment's unlivable.

And I can't

let my parents find out.

So can I

crash at your place for a while?

Please?

I promise I'll be

the perfect roommate.

Then you're in charge of

taking care of Junior.

Done. I've got it all.

Okay.

Cut down on the drinking.

I'm still walking him today.

I don't take in drunks,

just so you know.

Let's go, Junior.

Says the one who never skips a drink.

Let's go.

The cooling-off period is one month.

Take this time to

think things over carefully.

I won't soften up for you after that.

It's all your fault.

I was fine till you made me cry.

Alright, alright, my bad.

Meng.

There, there.

Go wash up,

get some sleep, okay?

Tomorrow morning

you might not feel so heartbroken.

But I didn't bring any toiletries.

What am I gonna do?

It's fine, you can use mine.

I'll run to the convenience store nearby

to grab you some extras.

Okay.

Good girl.

Hey, Eddie.

I just finished looking at your draft.

It was pretty good.

I might wanna make some minor changes

towards the coloring.

Don't worry.

I've sent it

to your email.

And

Just take a look when you can, yeah?

Come on.

Hello, what can I get you?

Where'd you get this arcade machine?

The arcade down the street

closed down a while back.

Our boss has always liked

vintage stuff.

Felt it was a shame to toss it,

so he bought it as decor.

The arcade by the market?

Yeah.

Can I see it?

Of course.

Thanks.

Just because you don't study

doesn't mean others don't.

I need to prep for my repeat year.

For you.

Looks just like you.

It's so ugly.

- What?
- It doesn't look like me at all.

How can you call yourself ugly?

I won't allow that.

Look, it's like looking in a mirror.

I'm Zhou Wan. I'm Zhou Wan.

Stop it.

It's for you, take it.

Can I pet you?

You smell so good.

Just had a bath?

What's your name?

Can you shake?

Shake hands.

Wow, you actually do it.

Can we take a photo together?

Huh?

Mind if I snap a pic with you?

You're so cute.

I used to have a dog too.

He'd probably be your age now.

I wonder if he'd be

as pretty and strong as you.

Shake hands.

Such a smart boy.

You have a dog too?

His name is Zhou Junior.

I raised him

with a girl

I once loved deeply.

Then she left him behind.

I told her back then

she'd better never

cross my path again.

Or I'd make her cry

and beg me.

You think she'd dare

show up before me?

Long time no see.

I'm doing fine.

I'm not crying.

Just passing by.

I've forgotten most of it.

You should forget it too.

What?

There was an earthquake?

Did you know Zhou Wan's

back in Pingchuan all along?

I only found out later from Gu Meng.

Plus you were a wreck

when you left the country.

Now, finally,

everyone's doing well.

I didn't think it was worth bringing up.

Smells amazing.

Who's cooking?

Long time no see.

Miss me?

Did you miss me?

Yeah.

Couldn't tell.

You were dancing around

on the phone the other day.

What made you invite me over

for dinner today?

Even cooking yourself.

So thoughtful.

Why did you lie to me?

About Zhou Wan.

So this is a trap.

You called me here to interrogate me.

If I hadn't told you

that Zhou Wan had left Pingchuan,

could you have gone abroad in peace?

If I had told you

that she came back after graduation,

would you have been able

to stay overseas anymore?

You know exactly

what Everpeak's situation is.

Personally,

I'd love for you to stay in the country.

Would I hide the truth

just for my own sake?

I know you care about me.

All these years,

only you and Grandpa care for me.

I'm fully aware of that.

Then stop dwelling on the past.

You're not the boy

you used to be.

And Zhou Wan's not the girl

from ten years ago either.

Getting tangled up again

won't do anyone good.

I know that too.

But I've figured something out

these past two days.

Truth is,

I've never truly let her go

all these years.

Might as well keep at it

until I get sick of it.

After all these years

you haven't changed one bit.

Take a look at this.

The Group's biggest

ongoing project

is the Resort Phase Two.

The pitch is next week.

Five subsidiaries

are in the first round.

Lu Zhongyue and I

each have our preferred candidates.

But if

Lu Zhongyue's team wins,

I'll face

steep competition

for the Phase Two lead position.

I managed to get my hands

on this document.

With full

planning team roster

of Boxing Construction,

our top rival.

Their proposal's pretty solid.

What's this got to do with me?

I have no interest in Everpeak's affairs.

Keep looking.

Keep looking?

Still no interest?