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♫ Memory of us in the last life ♫

♫ Still haunts me now and then in quiet nights ♫

♫ And turn to face all the long lost times ♫

♫ Brace the pain ♫

♫ Let memories wake up from oceans deep ♫

♫ No place to hide ♫

♫ No way to run ♫

♫ New dawn counts down ♫

♫ I fight ♫

♫ I cry ♫

♫ I give up ♫

♫ Memories forgotten, forsaken surround ♫

♫ Memory of us in the last life ♫

♫ Still haunts now and then in quiet nights ♫

♫ Shivering, waiting for the light ♫

♫ When morning comes from the other side ♫

[Lie to Love]

[Episode 16]

Each person votes once. [Shi | Su]

No one can vote twice. Go!

This is a no-brainer.

Any projects that Director Shi works on never fail.

Director Shi is as good be it in terms of family background and appearance.

I heard that Director Shi and Director Li had known each other since their school days.

That makes them childhood sweethearts.

Eeny, meeny, miny, moe.

Catch a tiger by the toe.

Director Li is not only a man, but also a businessman.

Hengye Bank is Ocean's financial backer.

Does none of you believe in love?

Who do you bet on then?

I bet on...

Director Shi.

I heard that everyone voted for you.

Is it?

It looks like you girls don't have enough workload.

We were just killing time during lunch.

But I think this is what everyone wants.

Okay. Got it.

Get back to work.

Hello.

I'm the guest who reserved table 28 tonight.

Could you help to take out the stored wine and decant it before the meal?

Thank you.

[Haotian Law Firm]

These are the documents for two contracts. I need a copy of each.

- Also... - Brother Minghao.

Xieyi.

What brings you here?

Have a seat.

You bought me milk tea the other day, but I left without saying goodbye.

Here's a token of apology.

Forget it.

If you don't want to go, don't.

But if the same thing happens again, two cups of milk tea won't cut it.

Brother Minghao, I would like to ask you something.

How is the crime of murder defined in the law?

Why do you ask?

Didn't you say it yourself?

A’Yan suspected that foul play was involved in his father's death.

So he's been secretly investigating it.

Huo Jian happens to be the prime suspect.

The main condition is that this person has a clear behavior of depriving others of their lives.

The second thing is to have key evidence to prove this.

Does Li Zeliang have any new discoveries?

Not yet.

But I believe no one can out run the long arm of the law.

All right. If you need my help, be sure to tell me.

Your sister is making a good recovery.

I'm thinking of taking her out tomorrow, and we can have a meal together.

Sure.

Come to my place then. My sister hasn't been there.

All right. Do what you have to tomorrow. I'll take care of this.

A moment, please.

Look, I've listed down the grocery list for tomorrow.

I've prepared your favorite, steamed fish head with chopped pepper and crab roe pot.

[Steamed Fish Head with Chopped Pepper, Crab Roe Pot]

Brother Minghao. Thank you.

You and my sister have been there by my side,

and it makes me feel like my family is still with me.

Companion works both ways.

I feel happy with you and Xieqing by my side.

You said that I like Zeliang.

You were right.

So I want to tell you that from this moment onward,

I'll officially be competing with you.

If there was someone better pursuing you when you and my sister

had just started seeing each other, would you waver?

Did you think I had no suitor all these years?

If I've decided on something, I wouldn't change my mind.

Xieyi. Someday, you'll understand

that in this world, there's unforgettable true love.

I thought the same too.

See if there's anything else to add.

Oh, right. My sister likes sweet and sour pork.

Add it to the list.

Why is it just you?

Where's your dad?

My dad can't make it today.

Did something came up?

I drove here. I'll pass on the wine.

Actually, my dad already told me to reschedule dinner.

But still, I want to bring you here

because I want to give myself a chance to fight for things.

What's the matter, Chuchu?

Why are you acting strange today?

Since I was a kid, I would always make the best possible preparation in whatever I do.

That's because I never fight a battle that I can't win.

I'm afraid of failure.

But there's one thing

that I have no absolute confidence in

despite years of preparation

which is to confess to you.

All this time,

I've always been the one standing in the center of the stage, bathed in a glowing light.

Whatever it is,

as long as I fight for it, I can surely get my hands on it.

But it was only until I met you that I realized for the first time what it felt like

to stand in the audience and look up at the person who's standing in the light.

To have someone to look up to and miss dearly

is such a happy and beautiful thing.

Back then,

I transferred to that high school because of you.

Because of you, I chose to study Hotel Management.

And because of you,

I joined the music club and sat in front of the drum set.

But in a twist of fate, you ended up joining the Mountaineering Club.

Actually, I've done so much more than these for you.

I thought there was no reason for me to tell you any of this.

As long as I stayed by your side, you would know how I feel.

But it was until I met Su Xieyi,

I realized

I might be wrong.

I know you feel differently about her.

But still,

I just want to get an answer for my years of love.

Li Zeliang.

I like you.

Chestnut.

Chestnut.

If I compete with Director Shi, who do you think will win?

What?

She's out of my league?

That's very honest of you.

Actually, Chuchu isn't that bad.

She's also quite competitive.

Forget it.

It's better if she isn't.

Chestnut, let me ask you this.

Has he mentioned me to you in the past two years?

He calls you Chestnut.

Does he think of me every time he says your name?

It's so late now.

Why isn't he back yet?

Forget it.

Things like this require one to have self-consciousness.

Let's see when he'll come back.

Right?

Now that's more like it.

Brother Ji, it's you.

Miss Su, Is Mr. Li here?

He's having dinner with Director Shi.

What's matter?

No big deal. Get some rest.

What could it be?

He wouldn't tell me.

That's weird.

I know. Although you have been deliberately keeping a distance from me,

I can still vaguely sense your feelings for me.

How should I put it?

I think love is the most mysterious thing in the world.

It doesn't allow us to make any presuppositions.

It's like before I reach the top of the mountain,

I never believed in love at first sight or predestined love.

But just when I reached the mountain top,

and when I met Su Xieyi,

it suddenly hit me that all these cold words

actually have their own true meaning.

I know. You've always been very competitive,

and you only set your sights on what's ahead of you.

There aren't many people who can be ahead of you.

Or I should say,

I was the only one you could see.

But it's precisely because of that, you have missed out on many other things.

But...

I believe it's all because you haven't reached

the mountain top that belongs to you.

One day, when you finally reach the top of your mountain,

you might come to realize

that the person you are looking for has already been there waiting for you.

♫ Circle of love ♫

♫ I don't know how to win your heart ♫

♫ I don't know how to be the one for you ♫

So that means that I have finally gotten an accurate answer.

If I had confessed to you earlier,

would the answer turn out differently?

♫ Before my heart comes apart ♫

As I said, there's no room for presupposition in love.

I agree.

So I don't intend to take back my confession.

I'll continue to like you.

After all, right up until the last moment, none of us can predict the outcome.

Here.

No matter what,

at least, we're still friends and colleagues.

♫ Circle of love ♫

♫ I don't know how to win your heart ♫

♫ I don't know how to be the one for you ♫

♫ To be good enough for you ♫

♫ But you're just like a distant star ♫

♫ Looking so close but yet so far ♫

♫ I need to stop, I need to give you up ♫

♫ Before my heart comes apart ♫

♫ In your circle of love ♫

A'Liang, you're finally here.

At this hour, why isn't there anyone here?

For your sake, I closed early.

Oscar. What have you got up your sleeve?

Don't get so surprised or scream after I tell you about it.

Actually, ever since Lin Tai told me about Spider,

as your buddy, I wanted to do my part.

So you've been secretly investigating it?

But most importantly, I've really found him.

Where is he?

In this city, hiding from his creditors.

Here?

Are you sure it's him?

I've contacted him and verified it.

Also, it matches all his information.

This is the contact number he used to call me. Call him.

Hello?

Is this Liu A'Wei?

Yes, are you looking for me?

Yes.

Where are you?

I only contacted you because of the reward.

How much can you give me?

How much do you want?

- Fifty thousand. - Okay.

I want cash. Give it to me in person.

Sure.

Hold on.

I lost some money in gambling these two years and went into hiding.

Are you here to collect debts?

Don't worry. Take it easy.

I just want to ask you a few questions.

Bring the cash, and you can ask me in person.

Okay.

All right. Stop to talk nonsense.

I'll send you the location in a bit.

Bring the money here within an hour.

Remember. Come alone.

If you dare to play tricks, don't think about getting in touch with me anymore.

Okay. I promise.

A'Liang, are you really planning to go in alone?

What's the matter? Are you worried that he's going to eat me?

I'm the one who needs his help.

Let's play by his rules.

Okay.

Hello.

I've arrived.

Are you alone?

Of course. Just me.

Did you bring the money?

Yes.

Go straight after entering the gate.

There is a yellow cleaning truck.

Wait for me by that truck.

Be careful.

Is A'Liang going to be all right going in there alone?

[Cleaning Truck]

A'Liang, watch out!

I've heard from him.

It's been taken care of.

I'm afraid he'll be crippled for good now.

This time, he has to be bedridden for at least a year.

Why must he force my hand?

Tonight, you can have a good night's sleep.

Off to bed.

Firewood, has it been taken care of?

Yes. I'm going to lie low for a bit in my hometown.

Okay. Be careful.

Hi, Brother Ji.

Mr. Li is injured.

What? Zeliang is hurt?

Shi Chuchu just called.

She said Li Zeliang had gone home to recuperate.

Gone home?

Let's pay him a visit.

Where's A’Yan?

How is he? What's going on?

A'Liang ran into a local thug last night and got beaten.

He's resting in his room now.

I'll check on him.

Miss Su, I know you're worried.

The doctor is inside now. Let's not go in there for now.

Director Shi. Didn't A’Yan have dinner with you last night?

Why would things turn out this way?

I have no idea.

He was fine when we left.

Chairman Huo.

I came to pay Zeliang a visit.

You're all here.

I came as soon as I heard.

Ji Yingsong.

Zeliang is injured. Why isn't he taken to the hospital?

Chairman Huo, Mr. Li suffered a vicious attack last night.

It's obvious that they came for Mr. Li.

The assailant hasn't been caught.

There's no telling if they'll come back again.

There are too many people in the hospital.

It's safer to find a private doctor that we're familiar with.

Who's that assailant? Have you identified him?

There was no surveillance camera, and Mr. Li has been unconscious.

No lead so far.

This is so careless of you!

How could you let Zeliang walk around on the street alone so late at night?

He'd get into danger running into those local thugs.

Where's he now?

In his room.

Chairman Huo. Chairman Huo!

Why did you come in?

A'Yan.

Dr. Wu. You're here.

How is his condition?

Injury-wise, it's under control now.

But he's still in a coma.

We'll keep him under observation after he regains consciousness.

Well, I shall take my leave and come back tomorrow.

All right.

Also, keep in mind. If he wakes up, be sure to contact me.

Dr. Wu, I'll walk you out.

A’Yan. You're going to be fine.

I'm sure you'll wake up.

Why is Zeliang injured in the face too?

He scraped it when he fell over.

Is it?

If his face is disfigured, that's going to be a problem.

Let me take a look.

Chairman Huo.

Miss Su. If my nephew's face is disfigured for real,

what are you going to do?

No matter what becomes of A'Yan,

I'll never leave him.

With you guys here to take care of Zeliang, I feel at ease now.

I believe he'll recover soon.

There are still some works to attend to at the office.

I'll get going now.

Whatever happens, feel free to contact me.

Chairman Huo.

Leaving just like that?

I won't be of any help here anyway.

Forgive me for being blunt.

Does this have anything to do with you?

You made a sudden announcement of you're stepping down during the meeting.

Shortly after, Zeliang got beaten.

I don't know what happened between you two.

But I have my suspicion of you.

I don't blame you. Things happened one after another.

Indeed, it's pretty coincidental.

Look, Chuchu. You've misunderstood.

I watched Zeliang grow up.

Right now,

he's also my only family.

I love him dearly.

Who do you think would do this to him?

We'll inevitably make enemies in the business world.

Zeliang even won the tender to the auction event from Zhengde Hotel.

Perhaps, they're holding a grudge.

I've spoken out of turn.

Forgive me for that.

Chuchu. I know you care deeply about Zeliang.

I promise. If I know who's behind this,

I'm not going to spare that person.

Me too.

How was it? Is Li Zeliang really hurt?

I guess he is.

Judging from Su Xieyi and Shi Chuchu's expressions,

it doesn't seem like they were faking it.

But continue to keep an eye on them.

Okay.

A'Yan.

There are still a lot of things that we haven't done together.

And we were going to take down Huo Jian together.

You said you would protect me.

You can't go back on your words.

Miss Su.

There's something that I would like to discuss with you.

Zeliang is still in a coma now.

He can't continue to just stay at home.

We should send him to the hospital as soon as possible.

You're right.

I'll contact Dr. Wu right away.

Mr. Li, Huo Jian has left.

But Yi Fei is still keeping watch outside.

What are you talking about?

Help me remove the gauze.

It's smothering me.

A'Yan.

What's going on?

I want cash. Give it to me in person.

Sure.

Oh, right. I happen to be in the store right now.

I happen to be in the store right now.

Should I bring some stationery for your son too?

That little brat is a disappointment. No need for that.

Is it?

All right. Stop talking nonsense.

I'll send you the location in a bit.

Bring the money here within an hour.

Yingsong.

I just contacted a person who claimed to be Liu A'Wei.

He said he's in Shanghai.

That's impossible.

I was going to see you to update you on the new lead on Liu A'Wei.

Tell me.

There is a small vendor in Yun'an who knows Liu A'Wei.

He often buys alcoholic beverages from him.

According to him, Liu A'Wei has been in poor health since six months ago.

Impossible for him to be so full of energy and be in Shanghai?

I knew it.

This guy doesn't even know that Liu A'Wei doesn't have a son.

Something's fishy here.

What's your plan?

He initiated contact with me.

I'm curious what he is really up to.

Why don't you meet him?

He gave me an address.

Come over now.

Let's give him a surprise attack, and catch him off guard.

Okay.

A'Liang, watch out!

A'Liang, it looks like you and Ji have planned this.

Did we scare you?

[Firewood, has it been taken care of?]

Mr. Li. Indeed, someone else is behind this.

It's a trap.

I'm sure this is Huo Jian's doing.

It looks like my investigation of Spider has gotten under his skin.

What do we do with this guy?

Let's play along.

Reply to his text message.

Okay.

Dude, password.

Password.

Thank you.

So you didn't get hurt?

That's right.

All thanks to Dr. Wu.

Too bad that thug got away.

I've gone through the phone of that thug who tried to assault you,

and found other evidence between his conversation with Huo Jian.

So this proves that our speculation was right.

Very well.

We'll still proceed as planned.

Oscar.

- You're up. - Okay.

Aren't you going to help me with the gauze?

Brother Ji is here, isn't it?

Brother Ji is a clumsy person.

You have delicate hands.

Besides, I'm playing A'Liang now.

I'm going to get changed.

What's the matter?

Still mad?

You liar. Why didn't you tell me earlier?

You got me so worried.

I can't help it.

This is the only way to fool Huo Jian.

Look. I'm fine, aren't I?

You were just lying in there and didn't make a sound.

Did you intend to watch me make a fool of myself?

My dear Xieyi.

Each and every single word that you said is deeply etched in my heart.

I couldn't help but feel touched.

How would I possibly make fun of you?

- It's done. - Thank you.

Coming up next is to wrap my good-looking face.

Stop the nonsense.

Sit tight.

Oh, right, Brother Ji.

Is Zeliang planning to do something in secret?

Mr. Li has something important to do.

So he's having Oscar disguised as him to throw Huo Jian off the trail.

What Mr. Li needs now is time.

So, the later Huo Jian finds out, the better.

Also, if Huo Jian learns that Mr. Li is fine,

who knows if he'll continue to orchestrate something else?

Are you going as well?

Huo Jian is always keeping tabs on me.

I can only stay here to make this whole thing more believable.

Also, Director Shi, do come by and pay him a visit often.

Huo Jian knows that you care about Mr. Li.

If you don't come,

it'll seem very suspicious.

Okay. I know what to do.

From what you've said, this Firewood guy is sent by Huo Jian.

Director Shi. You can stop wrapping now.

Oscar has turned into an egg.

Chuchu. Come and visit me often.

So you have found the whereabouts of Spider?

Yes.

So I have to set out at once before Huo Jian catches on.

- A'Yan. I'll come with you. - Xieyi.

- Xieyi. - Don't try to make excuses and leave me behind.

Have you forgotten our promise?

No matter what happens, we'll face it together.

What if I get into danger after you leave me here alone?

Okay. I promise you.

Oh, right. How do we get out?

I heard from Brother Ji that Yi Fei has been keeping watch outside.

Let me ask you.

After Oscar and Chuchu paid me a visit,

they would have to leave, right?

Are you saying that we disguise as Oscar and Chuchu,

and openly walk out of here?

Since Oscar can pretend to be me,

why can't I pretend to be Oscar then?

Rock.

Food is almost ready.

Hello, Xieyi. Where are you now?

Hi, Brother Minghao.

Sorry. Zeliang and I will be away on an urgent business trip.

I won't be coming back to have dinner with you and Xieqing.

What's so urgent?

It wasn't easy for me to take Xieqing out of the hospital.

Do you remember the things that I consulted you about?

This time, we can find strong evidence to take Huo Jian down.

So I have to go.

Xieyi, it's dangerous for you to do this.

Don't worry. I'll protect myself.

Take a look at the map.

Hi, Lawyer Xie.

I'm with Xieyi now.

No matter what happens, I'll surely keep her safe.

Li Zeliang.

Do you have any idea what you're doing?

Yes.

If you really love her, you shouldn't let her get mixed up in this again.

Lawyer Xie.

Xieyi is an adult.

She has her own free will.

Neither you nor I have the right to make decisions for her.

I know Xieyi's characters very well.

She is righteous and kind.

She always repays other people's kindness with even more kindness.

Had she not known you injured your leg trying to save Uncle Shen,

she would have been out of the picture by now.

She only came back because she felt guilty for her dad.

Li Zeliang.

Did you really think she did all this for you?

A'Yan, we should go now.

Lawyer Xie. Whatever it is you have to say, we can talk in person when I return.

I'll surely bring Xieyi back safely.

I've checked.

The vendor that revealed the information to Brother Ji is located about 400 km (246 miles) away.

If we drive fast, we'll be there this afternoon.

What's wrong? Is something troubling you?

Nothing. Xieyi. Why don't I drive?

It's okay. You can take over if I feel tired.

Okay.

Come on. Let's get in the car.

Where are you going?

Look, you're all dirty already.

Does it hurt?

Behave yourself. Be a good girl.

Be a good girl.

Be a good girl.

She's not being a good girl,

and she wants to be set free.

But don't worry.

I'll ensure that she'll stay by our side forever.

♫ I need you, I love you ♫

♫ I'll brave the waves for you ♫

♫ You don't have to be brave all the time ♫

♫ Please believe that I am by your side ♫

♫ Ever and after ♫

♫ Halfway through the journey on the train, ♫

♫ a new passenger takes a seat ♫

♫ The bells on the platform are ringing ♫

♫ I wave my hands to see the passengers off ♫

♫ With a one-way ticket stub in your hand ♫

♫ you've embarked on a journey to happiness ♫

♫ I didn't save your contact information ♫

♫ But in my heart, I secretly ask ♫

♫ How have you been lately? ♫

♫ How's it going with him? ♫

♫ I bet his temper is better than mine ♫

♫ He's better at guessing your complicated thoughts ♫

♫ Does he hold you when you're sad? ♫

♫ How have you been lately? ♫

♫ Everything must be going well ♫

♫ Do you want to hear what I haven't said? ♫

♫ Do lyrics of love songs stir up your emotions ♫

♫ and recall all of our memories? ♫

♫ It doesn't seem to be difficult ♫

♫ How have you been lately? ♫

♫ How's it going with him? ♫

♫ You and fate have not given me an answer ♫

♫ The price of growing up is like a pile of bargaining chip ♫

♫ The wager is who can let go first ♫

♫ How have you been lately? ♫

♫ Everything must be going well ♫

♫ Life is not as complicated as I thought ♫

♫ Silence is the best that I can do ♫

♫ Whatever pain and suffering may come, ♫

♫ I'm not afraid at all ♫

[Lie to Love]