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The higher-ups have been singing your praises.

You also finished your assignment within a few days.

It's like you wanted to

spend your time on something else afterward.

Is it that important? Is that why you keep calling me?

Dad's gone, Nont.

What should I do?

You don't have to do anything, Nont.

Because the things you should've done

have all passed you by.

Oh, what about Nont?

It's just me and Win.

Does he know Fern's going to the US?

Huh? Fern's going to the US?

At least you'll get to see Fern's face one last time.

Nont? Nont?

Hey!

- Nont! - Nont!

Nont!

That's it, friend!

Get there in time!

Fern!

You can't go in there, sir!

Fern!

What should I do?

You don't have to do anything, Nont.

Because the things you should've done

have all passed you by.

Oof.

Thanks so much.

Be careful. Watch your step.

Okay.

Come on, Mom.

It's not bad at all.

It seems clean.

I like it too.

Oh, Mom.

I plan to go out and discuss work with my contact tomorrow.

I'll buy something to decorate the place too.

Are you okay with being alone?

I'll manage. Don't worry.

You go on.

I'll hurry back.

Okay.

- Mom. - Yes, Fern?

Where should we put the basket?

Who's going to arrange these books? Do you want me to do it?

We'll do it together.

Where should we put the plates?

Leave them here for now. We can grab them easily.

We'll buy a cupboard later.

Okay. Because I'll have to wash them again.

Fern, be careful!

Sorry!

Ooh.

How can you lift that by yourself?

- You'll hurt your back. - I can do it.

Oops!

Oh, why is it stuck?

Ah!

Okay.

- Uh, can I... - Good evening.

Sorry.

Can I get a donut set, please?

Sure. One second.

This is for you.

Oh,

I don't need it.

Why not?

Uh...

- I... - The coffee's free.

No matter what you order.

- Thank you. - No worries.

It's my first day, and I already embarrassed myself.

Excuse me, may I sit with you?

Okay.

Are you traveling?

No, working.

You don't seem to know this stuff, right?

Where do you want to go?

Uh...

Here.

You want to go there, right?

But you should visit Central Park.

It's a very nice place.

Mhm.

Where are you going?

Oh, you're Thai?

That's right.

Would you like me to help instead?

That would be good.

Uh,

thank you.

This is your first time in New York, isn't it?

It is.

You almost

got pickpocketed just now.

Oh, thank you so much.

Uh, how did you know I'm Thai?

I heard you when you refused the free coffee.

I see.

I'm still adjusting.

It's my first time in New York. I'm looking for work.

All right. Where are you going?

Right here.

Oh, it's not that far from here.

Here.

I'll tell you the shortcuts.

Once we start...

I'll sit where I was.

Oh, it's not like that...

It's okay. It's better to be safe than sorry.

Come on.

Uh,

we're here right now.

- Okay. - Right.

Walk ahead for around four blocks.

- Mhm. - Then turn right.

Walk ahead...

- For four blocks. - Four...

Turn right.

Okay. Turn right.

And walk ahead again for one block.

Then turn left.

Walk ahead for three blocks,

and then you're there.

Okay.

Give it a try.

From here, it's...

- Yes. - Walk ahead

- and turn right. - Mhm.

Walk ahead for four blocks, then turn left.

Walk ahead, then turn right.

- Thank you. - That should be correct...

Hang on. I wasn't listening. What is it again?

Walk ahead...

Okay.

- Walk ahead and... - That's right. For four blocks.

Four blocks and turn right.

- Yes. - No, that's not... Okay, that's it.

- Four blocks, that's right. - Go ahead for four blocks

- and turn right. - Mhm.

Thank you.

I'm so happy to meet someone who's Thai here.

You're welcome.

I hope you don't get lost tomorrow. You're going to get there, right?

- No, I won't get lost. - Okay.

Well then.

I'll just... go home.

- I'll be going now. - Sure.

See you later. Bye.

Be careful

of shady people.

(For Sale)

(For Sale)

Faifu.

Hm?

What are you doing?

I'm on the phone, obviously.

Hello?

Are you free to talk?

Let's make a toast.

Bottoms up?

Of course.

- Really? - Again?

What? Are you that good?

Of course. You know that.

Wow, you're feeding each other.

How romantic.

You do it too then.

- What? - You do it.

Oh.

- Hi. - Hello. Good morning.

I'm looking for a job.

Do you have any position for me?

Yes.

Please fill in this.

Okay.

Thank you very much.

Thank you.

My name is Wilson.

- I'm Fern. - I see.

I didn't expect to see you here.

Oh, I was worried you might get lost.

But New York is actually very easy to navigate.

Just memorize the block numbers.

If it's a lower number,

then it's downtown.

If it's a higher number, it's Upper Manhattan.

Central Park is right in the middle

next to a lot of places.

But New Yorkers are usually in a hurry,

so they take the subway.

I suggest you buy a card so that you don't have to carry change.

Oh.

Um,

how's your job hunt going?

Before I came here,

I arranged an interview at one place.

But I missed it because of my dad's funeral in Thailand.

So I guess

I'll have to find another one.

Have you been living here long?

Oh, I was born here.

- Huh? - That's right.

You speak Thai so well.

Not really.

My mom forces me to speak Thai when I'm at home.

But when it comes to writing...

You're already fluent.

Thai is difficult.

It is.

Thank you very much

for helping me find my way around New York.

And...

making me feel like I have a Thai friend here.

No problem. I'm very happy to help.

Anyway, um...

Welcome to New York.

Your drink might get cold.

- Thank you. - Have a nice day.

Hi.

Hello.

Uh, I saw you

working at the other shop. So I was surprised to see you here.

Oh, I work at both places.

I work here when I can fit it into my schedule.

But you just moved to New York.

Why are you working so many jobs?

Come on.

The living expenses here

are very high.

That's true.

So I'm willing to work anywhere as long as I'm free.

I've actually sent out emails to a lot of places,

but no one has gotten back to me.

Hm.

It's quite difficult to find a full-time job here.

But I know a company.

They're looking for people.

Are you interested?

Of course.

Great. I'll email the details to you.

Thank you.

No problem.

I have to go.

To where?

West 39th Street.

Oh, it's on my way.

I'll walk you there.

- Okay. - Let's go.

Fern,

have some bread.

- Fern? - Yes?

Have some bread.

Oh.

I don't have time, Mom.

- Hm? - I don't want to be late.

Are you really not going to eat anything first?

Go on.

Good luck.

I hope you get the job.

Thank you.

- Mom. - Hm?

I'm nervous.

There, there.

You're clever and talented. Go on.

Be confident.

- I'll hurry back. - Okay.

- Lock the door too, okay? - Okay.

Ms. Roong... ra...

Ms. Roongrawee?

- Siri... - Roongrawee!

I'm here!

Sirirat?

Please follow me.

Oh, please. Have a seat.

I am John.

Uh, excuse me for a second.

But I have another friend of mine who's joining.

I really want him to be in this interview.

It's okay.

Oh, here he is.

This is my friend, Wilson.

He's one of our executives.

- Great game last night, huh? - It was fun.

And uh...

Try not to make this one cry, okay?

So, Ms...

Roongrawee?

Am I reading it right?

Yes, correct.

Um, that's a beautiful name.

What does it mean?

It means sparkling rainbow.

Sparkling rainbow.

So,

Roongrawee.

Let's start the interview.

How well do you know our company?

Or have you prepared any information at all?

WJ Holding Company focuses

on business development.

The investment vision

focuses on

rapid growth.

The company's achievements include acquiring

the nearly closing

cardboard business

and secure a deal to produce heat-resistant cup sleeves

for major coffee hubs

in the US,

Canada,

and Australia.

After rebranding,

it will be on auction.

She's good.

Is that so? Then

why do you think we should hire you?

I'm aware

that your company

has just started to invest

in real estate in Thailand.

Having someone local

who understands

the business model and

is able to coordinate

with other leading companies in Southeast Asia

is definitely

going to help you set up business in Thailand.

I've got to say I'm very impressed.

You've prepared so much,

and you seem to know our company inside out.

But I have one question.

How come you didn't know

who the executives of this company are?

And

that should've been the first thing that you knew.

I only focused on

your amazing business.

So,

I didn't... focus on you.

It's okay.

Now you can focus on me.

I was only joking.

Otherwise...

Oh, I mean

how long have you been in New York?

Just two months.

- Her English is really good! - Yes, really good! Nice!

It's okay.

You're back.

Yes.

How was

your interview today?

Well,

I'm not sure.

But I don't think I'll get the job.

It's okay, isn't it?

If you don't get this one, you can find another.

Oh, Fern. I went to a supermarket in the area.

Their produce is really cheap.

- Really? - Mm.

We've got enough to eat for a while.

I saw a kid with a lemonade stand on the way back too.

I'll grab you some

- so that you'll feel refreshed. - Maybe later.

Why not. Just try it. It will rejuvenate you.

Okay.

It's freshly juiced.

Hm?

Mm!

Refreshing.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

Hello.

Yes, Ms. Roongrawee, right?

Yes?

You've passed our interview.

Congratulations.

Really?

That's right.

Mom,

I passed the interview!

Excellent!

I'm so happy!

Excuse me.

I got a little too excited.

It's okay.

Oh, have you eaten anything yet?

Pardon?

Around the corner from your block,

there's a good pizza place. It's affordable too.

I think it's suitable for a good day like today.

Oh, okay. Thank you.

All right.

Enjoy your celebration. I'll see you later.

Bye.

Congratulations!

Let's go, Mom.

To where?

Get changed. We're going out to celebrate!

- Today? - Yes!

Do you know how hard it was?

- Hello. Welcome. - How are you today?

- Everything's good? - They say this place is.

- Yes, and how are you? - the best pizza place around here.

This? Have we come to the right place?

I think so. He said it's here.

- Hello - Hello, two people, please.

May I know your reservation's name?

Uh, we didn't make a reservation.

Oh, then I must apologize. Our tables are all full now.

Okay.

Maybe see you next time?

Thank you.

What should we do?

I guess we should leave.

Let's have something simple.

We can go somewhere else.

- It's a shame we didn't book ahead. - That's all right.

They're with me.

Okay, great.

Uh...

You must be Fern's mother.

That's right.

- Hello. - Oh, hello.

Here.

This way, please.

Come on, Mom.

He's my boss at my new job, Mom.

Oh, I'm Wilson.

It's nice to meet you.

Likewise.

I'm sorry I didn't tell you

this place requires a reservation.

I thought I'd missed out on the pizza.

Oh, but is this

inconveniencing you by any chance?

Oh, not at all. Don't worry.

I wanted to celebrate

with my new colleague anyway.

I've already ordered some food.

- I'll serve you first. - Oh, okay.

- Here you are. - Thank you very much.

This place makes really good pizzas. I definitely recommend it.

Here.

This is for you, Fern.

Thank you.

Fern knows how to make pizza as well.

Oh, really?

It's also delicious.

But she adds a Thai twist.

Her Tom Yum Koong pizza is her specialty.

It's the best.

- Tom Yum Koong? - That's right.

Coconut.

All done.

You can bring it out now.

What are you smiling about?

What are you looking at?

Just a second.

- Huh? - Stay still.

There's a kaffir lime leaf on your nose.

Hey!

Why did you eat it? Are you crazy?

It'd be a waste otherwise.

Is that right, Fern?

Oh, it's average.

I don't think it's as good as the pizza here.

But I guarantee if anyone gets the chance to try her cooking,

they'll be coming back for more.

I hope I'll get to try

your cooking someday, Fern.

Oh,

can I call you Fern?

I heard your mom calling you that.

Roongrawee

is a bit difficult for me to say.

- Of course. - Thank you.

I understand the feeling.

- Please, eat. - Thank you.

- Hey. - Hi, morning.

- I'm Lena. - Oh, I'm Fern.

- Nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you.

(Homemade by me, Fern)

(Coffee for you)

Can you check again if we can get that... uh...

Okay. All right.

Thank you.

Here.

Your coffee.

Thank you.

I've been so busy lately that I haven't had the chance

to thank you for the pizza.

It was delicious.

I really enjoyed it.

But what's on it?

Herbs

and really hot chilies.

But I liked it.

It's Tom Yum Koong style.

- Tom Yum Koong? - Mm.

The Thai dish?

- Yes, did you like it? - Very much so.

I can make it for you again.

Great.

Fern,

I've been wondering for a while now.

What music are you listening to? You seem to be listening every day.

Oh,

it helps me focus during work.

Can I give it a listen?

Sure.

Thank you.

It's quite beautiful.

I've never listened to Thai music before.

Here's some salad. You might be hungry.

Thank you.

How are things? Has work been busy? You look quite stressed.

It's been a bit busy recently, Mom.

Tell me if you want to eat anything.

Mhm!

The weather is so nice today. The sun is shining.

They're coming.

How's everyone?

- Good? - Good. How are you?

Thank you for waiting.

Yes.

Thank you, Fern.

So, the coffee shop in the corner is

about to sell its business.

The building has some interesting potential.

It's very suitable for rebranding.

High traffic

and a good location.

It should not be difficult to

make some profit.

Any ideas? Anyone?

But it actually might be quite difficult.

I mean,

the block is covered with coffee shops.

You're right.

From my experience,

I buy coffee at this shop every day.

I noticed the behavior of customers.

Most are rushing in the morning.

Some people come in and ask for sandwiches.

Some ask for a quick breakfast

to keep them running.

But this shop doesn't have it.

If we want to rebrand it,

the shop should offer dining,

selling coffee with simple food

that they can take away.

In the afternoon, add the daily menu.

In the evening,

extend business hours.

Make the most of this space.

I think we start expanding

and injecting a lot of capital from the beginning.

It's going to take us a lot more time

before we start to see some profit.

But

I think in the long run, it's worth it.

- Does anyone got an idea here? - I think I have an idea.

What if we consider Irish coffee? It contains alcohol.

Ms. Roongrawee?

Ms. Roongrawee?

See you. Have a nice weekend.

Yes, you too.

- Good night, guys. - Bye.

Are you okay?

Do you have any plans today?

Not yet.

Then come to the coffee shop with me.

Sure.

After you.

- Thank you. - You're welcome.

The pizza you made for me was delicious.

Have you really never taken cooking classes?

I just made it for fun at home for my friends.

Your friends are very lucky

to get to eat such delicious food.

Not really.

Seeing how much thought you put into it

makes me happy.

And I have to thank you for joining me for dinner tonight.

It's my birthday.

Your birthday

- is today? - Indeed.

Why didn't you tell me?

I don't really tell anyone.

You're the only person from work who knows.

Don't tell anyone else, okay?

Okay.

Can you give me your hand?

I don't like having my palm read.

Come on.

Happy birthday.

But it's your birthday.

Why are you wishing me a happy birthday?

And what is this?

I wanted to surprise you.

This is the key to After the Rain.

I want to be your business partner and open up a pizza shop.

Can you say yes as my birthday present?

You know you can do it.

From now on,

I want this place to be your new memory.

Our new memory.

Thank you,

Wilson.

Happy 2000.

This place

seems to be changing fast.

What about over there?

Everything's probably changing as well, isn't it?

Even though I'm far away,

- I'm still worried. - What?

And

I really miss you guys.

Nont?

Nont?