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Professor He, I swear.

I won't say a word about you and Professor Song.

My lips are sealed.

What about putting glue on my chair?

Can you let that go?

Sure.

But I'll do the same and you have to sit on it too.

I'll let you change into jeans first.

That is like an eye for an eye.

How can a professor do this?

It would be fine if you apologized,

but you chose to run when you saw me.

When a slacker like me sees a professor, I'd definitely run.

Why should I make myself get noticed by you?

If you don't remember me,

you might let me pass out of impulse.

If you had used your wits for your studies,

Professor Song would smile even in her sleep.

Are you two still sleeping together?

How do you know what she does when she sleeps?

Ms. Cai Minmin.

There's something wrong with your mind.

Can't we be best friends?

Does this mean you're gay?

Of course not.

Something is wrong then.

If a man and a woman are best friends,

that means the man is interested in the woman.

If the woman likes the man, she will become his friend.

It's called befriending someone first before winning him over.

Who taught you these things?

My uncle did. He's incredible.

Now, he's using this method to woo my future aunt.

Did your uncle tell you

that this is a double-edged sword?

It's not a long-term strategy.

If you're in the same spot for too long,

you'll get stuck.

Then, it will be hard for that person to like you.

-Really? -Would a professor lie?

Are you and Yuan Song friends now?

You tricked me!

Fine, it's all right.

The whole school knows I was rejected by Yuan Song.

It's okay, I have thick skin.

I like him anyway.

Okay.

You two are compatible,

but not suitable.

What do you mean?

How's your monthly spending?

Monthly spending?

Look at your clothes.

Your shoes.

Your bag.

And your makeup.

Yuan Song is an intern.

His pay is only 3,000 yuan per month.

So little?

He doesn't have to support me. I'm rich.

Yes! I can support him.

Let's set aside whether a man would agree for you to support him or not.

Think about the source of your money.

Will the person who gives you money agree to that?

Right.

It's my parents' and uncle's money.

Not my own money.

If your old boyfriend who drives an expensive car

knows his money is going to someone else,

he would tear Yuan Song apart.

You are

at a materialistic age.

You want to dress well, eat well and use good things.

This is normal.

But whatever you obtain too easily will also get lost easily.

Based on my experience,

it's best to depend on yourself.

After I graduate,

I'll work hard and earn my own money.

But it's okay.

You're still young.

You'll grow after making some mistakes.

Are you sure she'll like the necklace?

I'm not.

However, a simple and elegant necklace like that matches everything.

You can't go wrong with it.

What's the matter?

You like this car?

It's my brother's car.

Go, get your car.

Hello?

Where are you?

I'm at home.

What's up?

Then, stay there.

Tell me honestly.

This afternoon, did He Canyang say anything while I was away?

What do you think he'll say?

Don't try to fish for information.

You're guilty. Something's up.

Next.

Don't ask me.

I don't know anything.

You're not going to talk?

I saw his car in the mall's car park.

SOPHISTICATED LADIES

Get in.

Don't be mad, Fanxing.

Go back and ask Doggy.

Why aren't you replying?

You're making me anxious!

He Fanxing.

You're prioritizing your boyfriend over your friend.

How dare you chat with your boyfriend in my car?

It's not my boyfriend.

They are my girlfriends.

I see.

Do you have a date with your boyfriend tomorrow?

Yes.

This is for you.

Thanks for taking care of Love Charm.

Isn't this for your future girlfriend?

There's another one inside the bag.

I bought an extra one for you,

so you can't say no.

Hey, you chose that yourself.

So you must like it.

I do,

but this is too expensive.

You asked me out to help you choose a present.

And you gave me one too.

Why do I feel

like...

Like...

Like what?

Like I like you?

He Fanxing.

You always say what's uncalled for.

If I can fall for two girls at the same time,

would I still be single now?

I guess you have a point.

If you don't want it, I'll give it to my niece.

Think about it.

You've helped me a lot since you found Love Charm.

If it were me, I'd feel cheated.

True!

I even bought you a meal.

Do you think it's because you look like a nice person?

That's why I don't find you stingy anymore.

You're right.

I am stingy. Give it back.

You can't take back

a present that you've given away.

I'll look so pretty wearing it to see my boyfriend tomorrow.

Okay, I'll tell!

I'm dying from keeping quiet!

Your whole family

is suspecting that

you're currently infatuated

with an old hunk in his 30s or 40s who drives an expensive car.

You've lost it and became his mistress.

I'm perfectly sure that's impossible.

CONFUSED

They suspect that you wouldn't be able to control yourself.

I'm not worried at all.

Are you even human, Professor Song?

Don't put the blame on me now!

Okay?

What is it?

You do look like

an old hunk in his 30s or 40s who drives an expensive car.

What "old hunk"?

Why not "big hunk"?

Also, I just turned 37.

I'm still far from 40.

Don't call me old.

Okay.

Big old hunk.

Get out!

I will not.

The other three awards are National Natural Science Award...

Mom, Dad, I'm home!

National Progress in Science and Technology Award...

Why are you home so early?

To have dinner with you two.

I'll go get changed.

Baylor.

Our daughter looks unhappy.

I think

she looks tired.

Tell me.

Should I ask her about it?

Where did she go this afternoon?

Who did she meet?

Don't ask it that way. You sound like an interrogator.

She has to lie if she doesn't want to tell you.

Fanxing has always been very honest since she was little.

Everyone lies.

The difference is

some lie the moment they open their mouths with no limits.

But some people will blame themselves

and feel guilty after lying.

Our daughter is the latter.

Baylor.

Dad, please pass me the brush.

Why did you come home alone? Where's Canyang?

Him?

He must still be in the mall now.

My friend and I saw his car at the mall's car park.

Let me tell you.

I've only known my friend

for a short time,

yet we're so fated to meet each other.

Didn't I take a poodle home before?

I asked the owner to meet me at the park.

Guess what happened when I arrived?

He's the head of the advertising agency

who has been working with us for so long.

But most of all,

the senior of one of our colleagues

set her up for a blind date.

However,

she was dating someone back then.

So they set me up instead.

When I got there,

it was him again!

What a coincidence, right?

But he's in love with someone else.

He went on the date because his sister forced him.

We get along pretty well,

but just as friends though.

This afternoon, he asked me out

to help him pick a birthday present for his girl.

A few nights ago,

when he drove me home after visiting his dog,

we met Mrs. Wang.

However,

I think Mrs. Wang misunderstood.

Never mind. It doesn't matter.

It's not even real.

So, there's no need to explain, right?

Yes, right.

Yes.

Why do you need to explain?

Expand your network by having more friends. That's good.

Yes.

How old is he?

He's about four or five years older than me.

Has he been married before?

No.

I think he broke up with his ex-girlfriend a few years ago.

He has been busy with his career ever since.

He seems stable.

What does he do?

He runs his own company.

He's quite talented too.

-Hey-- -Don't.

With a friend like that,

we'll feel at ease.

Dad, Mom.

Did you eat fried chicken again?

Your dad wanted it.

You ate a lot too.

Didn't you say you cleaned it all up?

I told you not to feed the dog, but you wouldn't listen.

You...

You even gave it to Baylor?

No, he ate the meat!

I ate the bones.

Do you admit your mistake?

-We do. -We do.

-We were wrong. -Yes.

I forgot to spray the air freshener.

What kind of attitude is that?

Exactly! How can you forget that?

Didn't you forget it too?

You told me to clean up, finish everything and keep it from our daughter.

So I ate and you offered to clean.

He told me to eat it here!

Tell me, why am I...

Hold on.

Waiter, another roasted lamb leg.

Okay.

You ordered so much food.

Can you finish them?

I can if I eat slowly.

You ate so little.

If I eat more now,

I have to run an extra ten kilometers tomorrow.

What do you think?

Old people are so pitiful.

They have to worry about dark circles after staying up late,

excess fat,

and their calories count too.

You better say things nicely.

You'll get old too.

I always apply masks, so I'll age slower.

Do you like the necklace so much?

You're even wearing it now.

I like it.

My aunt has good taste.

Aunt?

Can't I call her that?

Let me hear it again.

Aunt...

Aunt.

Aunt!

A red packet for you!

I love you, Uncle.

I thought today was my unlucky day.

I met my elective class teacher, Professor He.

The guy who thinks highly of himself.

One of my classmates

even found her perfect lip color on his car window.

What happened?

Did he give you a hard time?

He bought me dessert.

Why did he buy you dessert?

To give me life advice.

He says I'm not compatible with my senior

since he earns too little

and I spend too much and can't be independent.

Something like that.

I see.

But this is the first time I thought he was nice.

I think he told me those things for my own good.

Don't you always say that a good advice

is harsh on the ears but good for you?

Stay away from him from now on.

Who knows if he has ulterior motives?

An undergraduate obviously earns little.

He's an assistant professor with a stable income.

What does he want?

He's seducing you with money.

Don't forget.

He's your professor indeed,

but he's still a man.

Do you mean he wants to sleep with me?

Pretty much.

So in Professor He's eyes,

I'm a pretty woman too.

Ma'am, I haven't gotten my roasted lamb leg yet!

It'll be there right away!

Done.

Let's go.

Nice necklace.

Thanks. Let's go.

Can you play?

Not too well.

Me neither.

Let's play for fun.

Here.

It's time to test my acting skills again.

I must protect his pride.

I can't win.

The most important thing is to make her happy.

Look at Wang Xin.

She's left-handed,

but she's still so good.

Of course. She's on the national team.

Back then, Xingxing had such potential.

We have a district team coach

living right here in our community.

He asked her to play,

but she refused.

If she had continued training,

maybe we'd have

a world champion in our family.

By the way,

I think she went out

to play badminton with her colleague today.

That's bad.

Will she offend her colleague?

Catch it, He Fanxing!

Way to go, He Fanxing!

Quell your urge to win.

It's unworthy in the face of love.

Sorry, my mistake.

It's okay.

The point is to make your opponent miss.

Come on.

Sorry.

My mistake.

It's fine.

The point is to make your opponent miss.

The two players are now warmed up.

A big match is coming up!

We now see He Fanxing.

A veteran born in 1987.

In past competitions,

she has defeated all the members of the senior dance club,

maintaining her outstanding score of zero defeat.

Now to the young fighter born in 1997.

Compared to He Fanxing,

his skills are far from honed.

But he attacks fiercely!

He's a budding player.

Yuan Song's fans outside the court are cheering for him!

It's a feisty match!

Corner shot!

Yuan Song steps in for the kill.

He Fanxing catches it!

Yuan Song smashes! Nice!

What's wrong?

I sprained my neck.

Is it serious? Should we go to the hospital?

I'm fine.

Maybe I spun my head

too hard.

Are you okay, miss?

I'm fine. I'll just rest for a while.

Thank you.

You played so well.

We wanted to ask if we could join.

Why don't you guys play then?

I'll just watch.

Really?

You're so skilled.

-We'll play tag team against you. -Tag team.

Then, it would be fair.

Why don't we pass?

No, you can play.

It's okay, I'll sit on the side.

I don't want to go home yet anyway.

Okay then.

-Rest a bit. -Okay.

Let's play.

Hey.

Did you see how that woman is dressed?

She's not 17 or 18.

Is she trying to look young?

Don't keep calling her woman.

She's not that old.

She must be capable to have such a boyfriend.

Suck it up.

Do you think they are a couple?

I don't think so.

They must be.

I can see it in their eyes.

When they were playing, he kept looking at her.

I think he was looking at me.

He was looking at the shuttlecock.

You think too much.

Tell me.

Is that guy a part-timer?

Part-timer?

A handsome university student

with a rich woman.

They always get what they want.

I don't see it.

Didn't you see his unlabeled sneakers?

That's a global limited edition.

It's over 20,000 yuan.

You also bought that branded bag

after saving for many months, right?

The ice cream here is very delicious. It's made from animal fat.

It's different from the ones outside. Try it.

-Thanks for playing with my boyfriend. -Thank you.

-Thank you. -You're welcome.

Please stop buying things for me.

I don't need anything.

Really. Thanks, Meiyin.

I have a job and everything I need now.

I'm doing well, so don't go to my school again.

That's all, bye.

When did you come?

Just now.

Let's go and eat.

I don't want to eat out.

Let's go to your place. I'll cook.

Okay.

He Fanxing.

Can I come in and help?

Don't come in!

What's wrong, He Fanxing?

There's nothing wrong.

RECIPE

Is something burning, He Fanxing?

Nothing!

Nothing is burning!

That means...

Your girl is dating another guy now.

But you're playing billiards with me with such a calm disposition.

That guy is on an open road

and I'm on a secret path.

I was only temporarily subdued by him.

However, a calm disposition is

what it takes to win.

Not bad.

But I don't see a miracle for you to win anywhere.

There's a situation

called backfiring.

A ten-year gap is no small issue.

Breaking up is only a matter of time.

However, I think

age is not an issue.

My wife and I have a ten-year gap.

Men and women are different.

Women mature faster emotionally.

They grow faster physically too.

They live longer lives as well.

They go through a transformation, especially after giving birth.

Men will never understand it.

I remember the last time you had dinner with us.

My wife said

you were more mature than me.

Looking at the way you please women,

I think you're second to none.

Let me correct you.

It's not pleasing,

but empathizing.

After all, my sister raised me.

I have a lovely niece too.

I just often think

from their perspective.

That means

it's no use pleasing her.

The girl you like is into someone else.

You're just like a fly

hovering around her.

Excuse me, it's my turn.

Why am I a fly?

Why can't I be a bee?

All the same.

You're just buzzing around.

How annoying.

It's not the same.

Bees are hardworking bugs.

Flies are the annoying ones.

They're similar.

What do couples these days do when they date?

Strolling in the streets

or sitting at the parks?

Sounds boring.

What else?

Eat, watch movies and go to hotels.

Quite boring, right?

My son told me that.

I didn't know you're a good cook.

I live alone, so I have to look after myself.

I have to know how to cook.

I only live with my family.

My parents are good cooks.

They never let me cook.

The top three dishes I can make are

scrambled eggs, fried eggs and boiled eggs.

That's incredible.

It's your specialty. You're a professional egg killer.

Have a taste.

See if you like it.

Sure.

It's delicious!

Right? It's how my mom cooks it.

My mom can only cook curry well.

My dad and I suspect she was an Indian in her past life.

Really?

What do your parents do?

My mom researches plants

at the Leye Sinkhole in Guangxi.

She has low funding and sponsorship with a bunch of assistants to feed.

So she's a botanist.

Then your dad is...

A geographer?

No.

My dad is

a regular office worker.

They divorced when I was in primary school.

But we're still a family.

My grandparents raised me.

During summer,

my dad would take me to Guangxi and meet up with my mom too.

When school starts,

they'd pick me up from Guangxi.

Later on,

she had a new boyfriend, who is her colleague.

There was a time

when they argued over their research.

And they both called my dad to rant.

He turned off his phone because they were so annoying.

So they're really close then?

That's what they call a love-hate relationship.

Where's my necklace?

Is that guy a part-timer?

Part-timer?

A handsome university student

with a rich woman.

They always get what they want.

I don't see it.

Didn't you see his unlabeled sneakers?

That's a global limited edition.

It's over 20,000 yuan.

I can't find it.

Did it snap when you were playing badminton?

What's wrong?

Nothing. I think

these sneakers look nice.

What brand is this?

I can buy one for Canyang too.

I don't know either.

A relative gave it to me on my birthday.

Forget it.

It's okay if it's lost.

Let's eat.

Yes, let's eat.

Let's go.

Please stop buying things for me.

I don't need anything.

Really. Thanks, Meiyin.

I have a job and everything I need now.

I'm doing well, so don't go to my school again.

That's all, bye.

Who was he on the phone with?

He's so secretive.

The more I worry, the more trouble I get.

Stop thinking.

Sleep!

Sleep!

Hello?

He Fanxing!

Love Charm is covered in icing.

How should I bathe him?

Ask the vet.

The vet said to bathe him without water.

How can I bathe him without water?

Is there dry cleaning for pets?

Love Charm!

Don't jump on the couch!

What's wrong?

My neck!

Neck?

What's with your neck?

It's broken.

Let's go.

You look like

a dog

who broke her neck.

Thanks for the compliment.

Don't mention it.

How much longer do you intend to laugh at me?

Aren't you taking me to the old Chinese physician you know?

After you.

Cong Xiao?

Li Zhenzhen?

-What a coincidence! -Yes.

Take the sandwich. I'll get the bread.

It's okay, you can have it.

I was going to get some Nongfu Spring.

Excuse me.

How is your florist boyfriend?

Don't ask. We broke up.

You know, he's a total jerk.

He was actually flirting with other girls at the same time.

And he gave us his secondary credit cards to check if we're gold diggers.

Don't you think he's sick?

He's just a florist!

He thinks he's so rich.

How did you find out?

I went to his shop one day after work.

Coincidentally, a guy was there

to stand up for his friend.

He beat him up.

And said he'll follow him wherever he goes for blind dates.

He'll let every girl know

that he's a cheater.

Really?

Yes.

The guy may have the guts,

but not the strength.

Here and here.

He got beaten up pretty bad.

His first name was Chang, but I don't remember his last name.

Now I know why you were beaten.

It is because of how mean you are.

You deserve to be beaten.

Yes, I deserve it.

I brought it upon myself.

I really don't know what to say.

You are 27, 28 years old now.

Can't you be more reliable?

Couldn't you solve the problem properly?

Was fighting necessary?

Are you a gangster?

That was really low.

Never mind, he wasn't handsome anyway.

But I think

that guy must like his friend.

Otherwise, why would he stand up for her?

Am I right?

Chang Huan.

You have rashes!

Rashes?

Is it not a mosquito bite?

No.

I'll take a picture.

Okay.

See?

It must be from the humidity.

You're worn out from work,

and your immune system is weak. So you get rashes.

Don't scratch, it'll itch even more.

You know quite a lot.

Of course.

I have many more strengths.

Try to discover them.

What? Are you the Black Mountain Old Witch?

Do you like Qingqing?

Are you nuts?

She's so young!

She's already close to the late marriage age.

She's only six or seven years younger than you.

-Aren't you a good match? -Cut the nonsense.

We have a huge age gap.

I can't accept it.

A geek like you

should be fine

with any breathing woman.

You're underestimating me.

If you have an issue with gender,

I'm open to discussion.

You're sick!

This is 6.50 yuan.

I just saved 6.50 yuan.

Thanks!

Having someone who likes you

is better than none at all.

Ms. He.

Yes?

Speak up.

I'll treat you to a meal.

I'm getting a bad feeling.

Let's go.

Is this a banquet?

I'll get an Australian Wagyu set.

The foie gras salad is good too.

Do you want to try it?

Sure, I'll have the same.

Thanks.

Please wait.

-Place the order. -Okay.

About what happened last time,

that was my mistake.

So this meal is my apology to you.

Fine.

I accept it.

Let the matter rest.

It's pretty good.

I knew you'd like it.

By the way,

aren't you close friends

with T-Rex already?

Can you introduce him to me?

I knew something was up.

Can't there be

more sincerity and fewer tricks between people?

Since you don't like him,

why don't you introduce him to your friends?

Just ask your senior to arrange another date for you.

He lied to her, saying it was successful.

That means he won't go again.

Why should I embarrass myself?

He's already in love with someone.

If I set you up,

that's not right.

He's not married yet.

I'll try to spark his interest.

Just create a chance for us to meet.

No need to matchmake us.

Your kind gesture

will change a girl's life.

All right.

I'll find an opportunity.

Thanks!

However,

I find it strange.

Strange?

I'll just be blunt.

Generally,

grown men and women who were childhood friends

would treat each other as family

or they wouldn't feel attracted to each other.

But to be such good friends

so soon after a blind date,

that sounds really strange.

So do you think men and women can never be just friends?

They can be,

but not too platonic.

There must be motives.

For example, you and T-Rex

may possibly know that the other person likes someone else.

So you took a step back

and just stayed as friends first.

Or maybe you like someone else,

but you think he's not bad,

so you befriend him first.

These type of friends

all share a common name.

A backup.

Subtitle translation by Elizabeth Ng Yu Yang