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♪Trapped in primal shackles♪

♪Waiting for you to land♪

♪Seeing you like seeing another me♪

♪Encountered and missed, sealing all memories♪

♪My heart has been crushed♪

♪Never healed♪

♪The me in your eyes♪

♪Stubborn and fragile, most afraid of being neglected♪

♪Arrogant is who I am♪

♪A shell that locks my heart♪

♪An unfinished suspense novel♪

♪Waiting for you to hold my hand♪

♪Accompany me in continuing to write♪

♪Writing until the moment of the ending♪

♪You are the protagonist, and I am too, I am♪

♪Souls with the same color♪

♪You are the light within me♪

♪In the mundane life♪

♪Tasting thrilling moments♪

♪Finally, light shines upon me♪

♪In the dark corners♪

♪Accompany me in breaking free from shackles♪

=Twilight=

=Episode 30=

(Open 24/7 New Year's Market)

I'll take a cart.

I'll just grab a basket.

Okay.

There are so many things.

I'll buy some later.

Can you help me

to deliver them to Aunt Cao?

You don't have to, Hao.

It's my pleasure.

I feel quite bad that you had to pick me up.

Do you have children?

I'll buy something for your child.

Hao.

We just got married recently

and don't have children yet.

Did your wife catch a cold?

We're newlyweds, so it can be a little tiring.

You got married without even telling us.

No one from our family went.

It's okay, Hao.

There will be plenty of opportunities in the future.

Hao.

I heard from my aunt

that our families have always had a good relationship.

Right?

Your aunt?

Yeah.

You mean Aunt Cao, don't you?

She's your aunt,

but I call her Aunt Cao

These forms of addressing are complicated.

It's okay.

No matter how complicated they are,

I'll still call you Hao, alright?

Sure, whatever you want.

Okay.

But,

speaking of Aunt Cao,

I'm really grateful in my heart.

My mother passed away early.

At that time, my father

worked at a rubber factory.

No one took care of me and my siblings at home.

We relied on Aunt Cao for our meals as we grew up.

Is that so?

Absolutely.

She's just like a real mother.

This looks promising.

Right, just like his real mother.

Let's check out the meat.

Hao, are you also buying meat?

I'm buying meat, too.

Look at this.

Right here.

Here it is.

This is the one.

Hao, are you buying this?

Pork ribs.

Hao,

are you going home for dinner?

Or are you going somewhere else to eat?

I want to cook a delicious meal for my dad.

We're also eating at home.

I'm thinking of going back

and cooking fish for Aunt Cao.

Make some soup,

or braised beef with tomatoes.

Do you want to join us for the meal?

Sure, let's eat together.

Well, let's do it in a few days.

I just arrived and I'm a bit tired.

Let's talk about it later. We still have a long holiday ahead.

When are you planning to return?

We'll be staying for a while.

Otherwise, when you have time,

contact us and we'll eat together.

That sounds good.

Hao.

Old Li told me that every New Year,

you and your siblings will all come back.

Why are you the only one who came back this time?

My brother is busy.

He'll probably come back after the New Year.

Didn't Old Li tell you that

he has something to discuss with you?

What is it?

Nothing.

He just casually mentioned that

after you and your siblings

are back,

he'll discuss something with you.

It was during that meal

with Aunt Cao

when he mentioned it once.

Yeah.

Okay.

I'll ask him about it later.

This is...

What should we do?

Hao.

The cafe upstairs is nice.

How about going there for a coffee later

and take a break?

Yes.

Okay, let's go.

You're okay?

Yeah.

Sure.

Let's go later.

I'll buy some groceries first.

Okay.

I'll get some groceries first.

Okay, go ahead.

What else should I buy?

See?

Old Li said nothing at all.

We must make it clear today.

What?

What if he disagrees

and it leads to a conflict?

Then so be it.

If we don't take this step,

how would you know his attitude?

It's a little tough like this.

Hao.

Hao.

He has something to tell you.

Well, Hao.

Here is the thing.

Speak your mind.

You and your siblings

are often away from home.

And Old Li is getting older.

Have you ever considered

that he actually needs someone

to take care of him in his later years?

My father is in good health,

and he gets a regular check-up every year.

I think getting regular check-ups

is very beneficial.

But the thing is, you see,

he still lives alone,

and it's inevitable that he feels lonely sometimes.

Maybe he also needs someone

to accompany and talk to him, right?

Yes.

There's something called

psychological energy.

It can actually

subtly influence

the physical health of elderly people.

If a person

remains in a state of loneliness for a long time,

his mental well-being is more likely

to be affected.

So, Hao.

Have you ever considered

finding a companion for Old Li?

Why didn't I think of that?

The problem is, who should I find?

You see,

Aunt Cao and Old Li

have known each other for so many years,

and the relationship between our families is very good.

It has always been very good.

As for us,

we've always been concerned

about Aunt Cao's later years

and wanted to find a companion for her.

We think that Old Li will be a good match for her.

What do you think?

Well,

it's not necessary to form a new family

just because they have a good relationship.

Besides, our families

live so close to each other.

There's no need to go through all this trouble.

You can't put it that way.

Whether an elderly person remarries

or forms a new family

has nothing to do with living proximity

or the quality of their relationship.

It's actually a psychological idea

that two people can truly

be together and feel

stable and secure.

It can even bring a sense of warmth.

This is also very helpful

for the physical health

of elderly people.

Yes, she's right.

When did you get to know Aunt Cao?

What a question you have for me, Hao.

She's my aunt

and you're asking me when I met her?

You're not Aunt Cao's relatives, are you?

Why wouldn't we be?

I just called my brother earlier,

and he said Aunt Cao's sister's son

is in his forties this year.

You don't look like

in your forties.

Besides,

Aunt Cao never eats beef or lamb.

We've known that since we were little.

So, who are you guys?

Fine.

I'll find out for myself.

What's the big deal?

Alright.

You don't need to ask.

You're right.

We're not her relatives.

We just wanted to advise you.

Well...

You can consider us

as caring people.

Weirdos.

You can go care about others.

Why are you meddling in my family's affairs?

This is for the fare and coffee.

You're sick.

It's over.

He's furious.

It's fine.

This is all

within my expectations.

It was embarrassing

to be exposed just now.

Do you know why this matter has been dragging on for so long?

It's because the window paper

has never been broken through.

Regardless,

we've brought this matter

to the table today.

The outcome

depends on how they handle it

within their family.

Actually, I promised Old Li to help him with this favor

because I want him to take this first step quickly.

I also know

that taking the first step

requires a lot of courage.

Anyway,

we'll see how it goes.

One by one, the children of this family

will come back.

Anyway,

we'll eventually get a result.

What should we do?

Take care of your health, both you and Dad.

Your son,

Jia Zhen.

All done.

This is Mom's thermal jacket.

(Wishing you a prosperous year.)

And

Aunt's down jacket.

Over here.

A massager.

A basketball.

(Nephew, happy new year. Study hard. Uncle Jia Zhen.)

And also Second Aunt's...

Come in.

Hello, do you have packages to send?

Hello.

Yes, that's correct.

That's a lot of packages.

We couldn't go home for the New Year this year.

These are the gifts we prepared for our family.

Let me register them for you.

Sure, let me explain to you.

So,

these are going to the first address

I sent to you.

- Okay. - And the ones on this round table

should be sent to the second address.

Alright.

These are for the third address.

Okay.

Please don't mix them up.

Alright.

Mr. Jia.

You sold Qi Lianshan for two million?

You...

What are you doing?

It's like that uproot your money-making tree.

The entire industry knows that

Mr. Cao has nurtured a new talent.

Nobody knows that

you're the one

who nurtured Qi Lianshan word-by-word.

Tell me what's on your mind.

As the saying goes,

the master visits the disciple for three years,

and the disciple visits the master for three years.

Now that he has matured,

I think it's good to give him

a spacious environment.

Okay, fine.

That's a good one.

Really.

Hurry and check your WeChat Moments,

and also look through your contacts.

Search for some people

and form a new team.

I'll just look for you.

How about it?

Write for me.

Why are you worried?

Can't I write for myself?

The world won't stop without him?

You've made a very good point.

It takes ten years to forge a fine sword.

You're staying at home and holding back.

Yeah, I'm preparing something big.

It's really big.

After that,

don't come looking for me.

I won't look for you.

And don't talk to me about whatever great ambitions you have.

I don't even know who you are.

Who are you?

Mr. Jia.

Do you know what you really want?

I know.

You want the fried chicken, right?

You better not choke on it.

Close the door from the outside, please.

Officer Luo.

I'm off work.

The one-month deadline

is about to end.

Where will you go after this?

Back home, I guess.

Who will take care of you?

What I mean is,

in the future,

I will take care of you.

Is that okay?

Really?

Yes.

Okay.

Mr. Luo.

Do you want to listen to another song?

I didn't finish that song from the last time.

Alright.

Good.

The next song

is especially dedicated to Mr. Luo Cheng

to thank him for being with me for such a long time,

protecting and accompanying me.

♪The wind blows, regrets come and go♪

♪Across the street, watching couples fulfill their wishes♪

♪The lamplight reflects upon me, a lonely illusion unfolds♪

♪Love and hate, I turn around but don't see♪

♪Chasing through the mist, the faint image of you♪

♪Darkness leaves me weary and tired♪

♪Yet my heart is willing to fight to the death♪

♪Chasing in dreams, unable to catch you♪

♪No matter how much disappointment I face♪

♪I courageously seek a turning point♪

♪Hoping that you and I can be intoxicated together♪

♪Hoping that coldness and pain will fade away♪

♪Exhausting my strength to chase after the dreams of the past♪

♪Giving my all to love, right or wrong♪

♪I will chase after regrets♪

♪Perhaps I can overcome the obstacles in my destiny♪

♪Chasing through the mist, the faint image of you♪

♪Darkness leaves me weary and tired♪

♪Yet my heart is willing to fight to the death♪

♪Chasing in dreams, unable to catch you♪

♪No matter how much disappointment I face♪

♪I courageously seek a turning point♪

♪Hoping that you and I can be intoxicated together♪

♪Hoping that coldness and pain will fade away♪

♪Exhausting my strength to chase after the dreams of the past♪

♪Giving my all to love, right or wrong♪

♪I will chase after regrets♪

♪Perhaps I can overcome the obstacles in my destiny♪

What is this?

I have applied for two weeks extension with Mr. Zhou.

You want to investigate it, right?

Go ahead.

Are you serious?

What else do you think?

I'm going to Liu Bin's crime scene now.

Are you coming?

Let's go, stop dawdling.

How are you doing?

Are you comfortable living at the station?

Yes, I'm used to it.

Are you interested in that lady

named Gu An'an?

No, I'm not.

Take good care of her.

She's a key figure in this case.

I know.

Is there any need for us to talk in person?

Hao, I admit that we were wrong.

But we did it for the best interest of the elderly.

I hope you can understand and forgive us.

Actually, I don't blame you either.

My attitude was also

not the best that day.

Thank you for understanding, Hao.

Don't put it like that.

We're considered peers.

But there's one thing I'm curious about.

You're not Aunt Cao's relative.

So, how did you get to know her

and my father?

I met Old Mrs. Cao at the vegetable market.

You can call it a chance encounter.

And through her, I met Old Li.

Why are you so concerned about their affairs?

Where should I begin?

Actually, I'm an orphan

and grew up in an orphanage.

After I left,

I've been living alone.

I have a habit.

I'll buy groceries every day and cook.

After Old Mrs. Cao found out about my situation,

she started caring about me

and was very kind to me.

Over time,

our bond grew deeper,

just like a family.

I've been listening to the things

that have been going on between them

and know it very well.

Listen.

My mother knew Aunt Cao.

Every neighbor in the street knows.

From an emotional perspective,

we can't accept this.

Furthermore,

they're both so old.

You...

However, Aunt Cao has been so kind to us since we were young.

We all agree on this.

If she's in trouble,

we can't just stand by and do nothing, right?

You're right.

Old Mrs. Cao has mentioned

that you guys often send things to her.

And you're also very filial to Old Li.

But I feel that

the matter between them

doesn't have much to do

with material conditions.

They have worked hard all their lives,

and Old Mrs. Cao doesn't have children, either.

She has always regarded Old Li

as her own emotional support.

When you're not around,

she takes care of Old Li from inside and out.

I feel that

their relationship is particularly precious.

Old Li told me

that he hopes to give Old Mrs. Cao

a sense of belonging,

to give her a home.

But the thing is,

he has a concern.

He's worried that you guys won't agree.

So, he always says that he'll find an opportunity

to discuss this with you guys

and ask for your opinions

when you're back one day.

But every time you guys are back,

you don't stay long before leaving again.

In the end, this matter

has never been explained or resolved.

Did he ask you to speak with me?

It's something I wanted to do myself.

Even though I have no blood relation

and I can't make decisions for you or them,

I genuinely hope that the two elderly people

can have a happier later life,

a more fulfilling life.

I believe that no matter how good the material conditions are,

nothing can compare to having someone by your side, right?

Hao.

I hope you can

take some time to think about it

and talk to your family on my behalf.

Have a discussion with them again.

I hope we can come to a positive outcome.

Your eyes have recovered well.

Go home and rest well.

I'll prescribe some medication for you.

Be sure to take them on time.

After one week,

come back here for a follow-up examination.

Okay.

Be confident.

Thank you, doctor.

You will recover.

You're welcome.

Let's go.

Okay.

Master.

There's something I've been wanting to ask you.

Why do you always wear gloves?

Even when eating, you never take them off.

It's a habit.

It's bothersome to remove them.

The men who just died, Huang Wentao and Wang Qiang,

had a good buddy named Zhou Tiejun.

(Zhou Tiejun. 123, Weiwei Road, Xiangcheng Area, Lvteng City)

He was sentenced to five years for child trafficking.

He just got released recently.

Go visit him.

Okay.

I'm returning to the squad.

Oh, you're here.

Hello, welcome.

The journey must have been tiring.

Are you Jingyun?

Yes.

Hello.

Welcome. Come on in.

Mom, let me take your bag.

Please come in.

Mr. Jin, that's tea for you

and juice for you, Mrs. Jin.

Okay.

Thank you.

Don't trouble yourself so much.

It's fine.

This is for you.

I'll put the things away first.

Food will be ready soon.

Please wait a while.

Don't be too busy.

It's okay.

Don't mind him.

Let him be busy, Dad.

Enjoy your drinks.

I'll bring those things in.

Come, give them to me.

Have a chat with your parents.

I'll help him bring something.

Lian Jingyun.

You're good at this.

Didn't I already promise that I'll play this role well?

Besides, first impressions are important.

We'll have to get along in the future.

Get along? You flatter yourself.

Have you thought about it?

How are you going to answer their questions?

I'll answer whatever they ask.

What's so difficult about that?

If they ask about marriage,

you're not allowed to answer.

Change the topic.

Okay, understood.

We'll handle it when the time comes.

Okay?

I'll follow your lead then.

Ranran.

Okay.

Go out first.

Mrs. Jin, Ranran is here.

What's the matter, Mom?

How many siblings does he have?

I forgot to tell you.

His sister is Liu Xia.

Liu Xia?

How is he doing at his job?

Job?

What do you mean?

How much does he earn in a month?

Is it enough

with your two salaries combined?

Whether it's enough or not, ask him.

I have something to ask you,

and you have to tell the truth.

Are you

living together?

Mom, what are you saying?

No, we're not.

I looked around the room,

and he doesn't have anything.

Did you hide it?

Me?

Don't make random guesses.

I didn't hide anything.

Ranran.

Shan.

Here, take a seat.

I ordered an Americano for you.

The same as you had the last time.

That's very thoughtful of you.

What's the matter?

I asked you out this time

to especially thank you

and also to invite you

to have a New Year's Eve dinner

at Aunt Cao's house.

What's the situation?

After I returned home last time,

I called my brother and sister,

and told them the things you mentioned to me,

as well as my father and Aunt Cao's situation.

They agreed.

This whole thing

made me seem immature

and put the two elderly in a difficult situation.

Don't say that, Hao.

My brother and sister

will finish their tasks

and return with their children immediately.

I still have to pick them up.

We have decided to celebrate a grand New Year this year.

After that,

we'll settle my father and Aunt Cao's matter.

That's great.

Isn't this a big reunion?

Indeed, it sure is.

Could this be accomplished without you?

Tell me.

If it weren't for you coordinating everything,

this matter would still be stuck.

Thank you, Shan.

I'm a few years older than you,

but your vision is much broader than mine.

Hao.

To have this outcome today,

I am also very happy.

That's why you have to come.

Bring your wife along.

What's up with that reaction?

You must come.

I can't stay any longer.

I still have to pick them up.

Alright.

Yuan Yuan.

Don't stick it there.

Move it higher.

Is this okay?

Higher.

Will this do?

Okay, that works.

Great.

After this place is decorated,

it looks very festive.

Now, we have the New Year's vibe.

You made so many dumplings.

You're good.

Help me with this.

What? Can't you make dumplings?

I...

You can't even wrap dumplings?

I thought you knew everything.

I'll teach you.

Here,

take a dumpling wrapper.

Look.

Put some filling in it.

Just a little bit.

Not too much, okay?

Yes, put it in the center.

Pinch the edges together.

Then, hold it between two hands.

Pinch it.

Like this?

Pinch it tightly.

Otherwise, the filling might leak when you cook it.

Mine looks so ugly.

It's passable.

It's your first time wrapping dumplings.

I'll reluctantly accept it.

Practice makes perfect.

Just practice more and you'll get better.

Your technique is quite skilled.

Who did you learn it from?

My mom.

My mom is amazing.

She can wrap dumplings for the whole family by herself.

She's fast and she does a great job wrapping them.

Your mother sounds very capable.

Yes, she is.

That's right.

After that,

take a look.

Pinch the top tightly.

Then, place the sides on the edge of your palm.

Pinch them together.

I...

It's okay.

You can continue wrapping here.

I'll answer the call. It's not a problem.

Hello, Mom.

(Happy New Year, son.)

Happy New Year.

(What are you doing?)

I'm wrapping dumplings.

(Where's your girlfriend?)

Who?

(Your girlfriend.)

My girlfriend?

(Is she wrapping dumplings with you?)

Yes.

We're hanging out now.

(Great.)

(It's good that you have someone with you during New Year.)

Hang on.

I'll let her speak to you.

(Sure.)

Just say "Happy New Year".

Here.

Hello, Mrs. Jia.

Happy New Year.

(How are you?)

We're all doing well. Thank you.

Is Mr. Jia doing good?

(He's fine and healthy.)

Have you eaten dumplings?

We're making dumplings now.

Jia Zhen taught me how to make them.

(Really?)

He said you taught him how to make dumplings.

We're online friends who are dating in person, right?

Not really.

I like Qi Lianshan.

Coincidentally, he's also Mu Yumou.

I like Hua Li.

Coincidentally...

What?

What did you say?

I said it wrongly.

Qi Lianshan.

I knew you have ulterior motives.

What do you mean?

Explain yourself.

No, I really said it wrongly.

It was a slip of my tongue.

I don't believe you at all.

Who do you really like?

The name, Hua Li, is too unconventional.

How could I possibly like Hua Li?

Don't you think so?

That's impossible.

Mu Yumou is unconventional, too.

Do you think that your name sounds nice?

I mean,

I think Hua Li sounds nice.

But it's not as nice as Liu Xia.

Flaws can't hide virtues, right?

What do you mean?

Are you saying that I have flaws?

No, that's not it.

Who came up with this name?

Who is the screenwriter?

Who named it like this?

You're causing me trouble on New Year's Day.

Don't interrupt me.

You're the screenwriter yourself.

You better explain yourself.

Do you like Hua Li or not?

You're so serious all of a sudden.

For a period in my life, Hua Li was a refuge to me.

Liu Xia is my home.

That's about right.

You passed the test.

The fireworks are starting.

Happy New Year.

Happy New Year.

♪Awaiting the next dawn♪

♪Whether it brings sunshine or rain♪

♪The night brims with emotions♪

♪Passing through your world♪

♪How I yearn for thoughts of you♪

♪Everything intertwines with me♪

♪Perhaps apologies were unnecessary for the past♪

♪Perhaps because a heart drenched in rain♪

♪Wishes to hold an umbrella for you♪

♪To warm every regret♪

♪In a fleeting moment of release♪

♪Growing braver♪

♪Time will always bid us farewell♪

♪Your gaze strengthens my resolve♪

♪Embracing every imperfect regret♪

♪Every day from now on♪

♪I'll accompany you by your side♪

♪Reconciling with our regrets♪

♪Awaiting the next dawn♪

♪Whether it brings sunshine or rain♪

♪The night brims with emotions♪

♪Passing through your world♪

♪How I yearn for thoughts of you♪

♪Everything intertwines with me♪

♪Perhaps apologies were unnecessary for the past♪

♪Your gaze strengthens my resolve♪

♪Embracing every imperfect regret♪

♪Every day from now on♪

♪I'll accompany you by your side♪

♪Reconciling with our regrets♪

Liu Xia.

Actually,

I wrote a song for you.

Really?

I've been learning for a long time privately.

Based on your preferences,

I wrote a song and the lyrics for it.

You can write songs, too?

I just learned on my own.

Why don't you sing it for me?

I'll sing it right now?

Okay, I'm going to sing.

I love you, Liu Xia.

Liu Xia, I love you.

I'm Qi Lianshan.

And you're Liu Xia.

We'll be a family forever.

Hang on.

How is this my preference?

I thought you liked this genre.

Slow down.

You're on a table.

This is my stage.

Okay. It's your stage.

Careful.

I'm taking a break.

Are you making fun of me?

No, not at all.

I saw you having a great time that day.

Weren't you...

Are you mocking me?

Isn't that the case?

I would never do such a thing.

You don't like it?

That day, I...

I was like this, okay?

Okay.

I got it.

I'll do it again like this.

It's like this.

Okay.

I love you, Liu Xia.

Liu Xia, I love you.

I'm Qi Lianshan.

And you're Liu Xia.

We'll be a family forever.

I'm sorry.

How about this?

If you tell me

to stand up and listen,

I'll follow you.

It may be better that way.

Then, it won't be awkward.

You want to stand and listen?

Fine.

You're mocking me again.

I'm mad now.

But I really put in a lot of effort.

You don't even know

how many times have I practiced alone in the room.

I couldn't find the right rhythm.

Forget it.

Let's just watch the fireworks.

I know you tried your best.

♪Sleeping peacefully behind you♪

♪Dreaming a dream about you♪

♪Returning with you to a very, very young time♪

♪The rain outside has been falling for a long time♪

♪You have accompanied me for a long time♪

♪Continuing on♪

♪The evening glow covering your forehead♪

♪Our tightly held hands♪

♪Have withstood countless cold currents♪

♪It is you who have given me♪

♪The entire universe of tenderness♪

♪You are always by my side♪

♪Like stars lying on the moon's chest♪

♪We keep walking♪

♪Just like this, keep walking♪

♪Behind us♪

♪You've been following all along♪

♪Protecting this lifetime♪

♪With your strong and solid chest♪

♪You often caress my forehead gently♪

♪Saying you will accompany me for a long time♪

♪Until the end of the world♪

♪Embracing each other at the edge of the sea♪

♪Waiting together♪

♪Embracing you tightly♪

♪Believing in our love♪

♪Will last for a very, very long time♪

♪Still remember the moment we met♪

♪The smile that unintentionally appeared♪

♪Had long been in my heart♪

♪Hidden for a long, long time♪