Original subtitles

♪ 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 31=

(Jia Zhen.)

(We received the things you sent us.)

(Those big brands must have cost you a lot.)

(You work hard to earn money.)

(Be thrifty.)

(Son, you're mature now, )

(becoming more thoughtful.)

(You sent gifts to everyone, )

(New Year) (including all your aunts.)

(Just now your aunt praised you, )

(saying the scarf you sent is from a big brand.)

(Happy New Year) (I don't even know the brand.)

(That tablet you bought for your sister.)

(She really likes it.)

(She praised you so much for it.)

(Your dad heard that, )

(and was very proud.)

(Jia Zhen.)

(After this busy period, )

(why don't you come home and stay for a few days?)

(We keep a lot of delicious food for you.)

(Your dad and I can't finish them all.)

(There are crabs, sea cucumber, fish maw, )

(and all kinds of food piled up in the fridge.)

(I've frozen them all for you.)

(Just waiting for you to come back and eat.)

(Blessing)

Why are you crying?

You know how to make dumplings.

Why did you lie to me?

You clearly know how to do everything.

Why didn't you tell me the truth?

You said you would teach me how to make dumplings,

so I thought we could do it together.

Okay.

Stop crying.

Are you missing home?

Here. Wipe your runny nose.

Come on.

One, two, three.

Blow.

Okay.

One of the dumplings has a coin inside.

If you eat it, you'll have good luck.

The water is boiling.

I'll add some more water.

Once the water boils again, it's ready.

Yuan Yuan.

I don't know what I have been striving for all these years.

Every New Year, I don't go home.

I don't know what that's for.

Don't cry.

Calm down.

Okay.

Don't cry anymore.

Don't cry.

Don't cry.

(Noodle)

Here are the noodles.

Thanks.

Zhou Tiejun, right?

Cooperate with the investigation.

Do you know them?

No.

Really?

You and Wang Qiang drive taxis, working in the same company

and living in the same dormitory.

And you tell me you don't know him?

I told you.

I don't know them.

Zhou Tiejun.

It's retribution.

It's my retribution.

What do you mean?

Officer.

Save me.

I don't want to die.

What? Explain it!

Zhou Tiejun.

Zhou Tiejun.

Zhou Tiejun!

Who wants to kill you?

What did you and Wang Qiang do?

What retribution?

Zhou Tiejun!

What happened to him?

I didn't do it!

I didn't put anything in the noodles!

Cyanide poisoning.

All the food here has been examined,

and only his noodles contain cyanide.

Excuse me, let me through.

Move back.

Boss.

The stall owner's information.

There were no customers earlier.

He only completed elementary school?

He has simple social connections.

Since he only completed elementary school,

he probably doesn't know about cyanide.

Cyanide poisoning?

Where's Master?

He still hasn't arrived?

Right. Where's Inspector Yang?

He's never late.

Put your phone away.

He's here.

Master, where were you?

Traffic jam on the way.

I couldn't get a cab.

What's going on?

Cyanide poisoning.

He died right after getting out.

When you reach my age,

you'll understand.

Some cases just can't be solved.

Several lives were lost.

We are the police.

What if those people were meant to die?

Master, what do you mean?

Nothing.

Learning to believe in facts is more important than raising questions.

Good people aren't fit for our line of work,

and bad people can't be polices.

Stop.

Where are you going?

I'm going to investigate the case.

Smells delicious.

You scared me!

You eat first.

I can't eat without you.

You have to accompany me.

I don't have time for that.

Excuse me.

Wait.

I'll wash them.

I'll do it.

Cut it out!

You wash them then.

Wait.

Not that vegetable.

Just wash the scallion.

If you have the time,

you might as well think about how to explain to my parents later.

Give me the scallion.

You won't listen to me.

Just say that your parents need to discuss a meeting time, okay?

Lian Jingyun, what are you doing?

My mom has probably told all the relatives.

They're even planning a tree-planting event!

If all else fails, I'll text them.

I'll...

- Lian Jingyun, what are you doing? - Your hands smell like scallions.

I've thought about it.

If nothing else works, I'll text them now,

and tell them that your parents need to change the time.

Let's get through this first, and then we'll see.

If you do it like that, it'll seem like I'm deceiving them.

Well, what else can we do then?

Are we really going to let our parents meet?

Fine, let them meet.

We'll bring our identity cards too.

We'll explain everything in detail to them.

I can't keep lying to my parents either.

Jin Ran.

You can't put it that way.

Listen.

When we got married, I told you to tell your parents.

But you didn't listen to me.

So now what do we do?

I wanted to surprise them.

Who knew you couldn't last a week?

That surprise turned into a shock.

Was that my fault?

Alright, it was my fault.

It was my fault.

You see. I admit my mistake.

It was my fault.

- Don't be mad at me. - Lian Jingyun.

Fine.

You take it.

Go.

Take what?

The bowl.

It's in the cupboard.

Which bowl?

There are a lot of bowls.

The brown one.

Why is this brown one so high up?

Stop talking.

What was I about to do again?

You wanted to get a bowl to serve soup.

What soup? The scallions aren't even chopped yet.

Watch your head.

Jin Ran, you've maintained your figure quite well over the years.

Right?

You're unbelievable.

Yesterday, I was thinking that when I get to meet your parents,

it'll be the day I've been longing for all these years.

I have a wife who makes me chicken soup.

Life is truly beautiful.

Taste it and see whether it's salty.

Feed me.

Drink it yourself.

Give me a spoon then.

Feed me.

It's hot. Careful.

Just hold it!

It's good.

Not salty?

It tastes just right.

- Take it outside and drink. - Sure.

The dish has cooled down a bit.

Why are you still standing here?

What are you looking at me for?

I can't look at you?

I'm looking at how good-looking you are.

Really?

You're still tipsy?

Yeah.

In fact, I'm even more excited now.

More precisely,

I'm more fired up.

Go out and drink the soup, okay?

Um, come here.

Scratch my back for me.

- It's itchy. I can't... - Scratch it yourself.

I can't reach it!

Please help me.

Can't you rub against the wall?

Why would I do that? I'm not a pig!

Unbelievable.

Hurry up!

It's really itchy.

Here?

Yes.

You can't reach it here?

No, a bit lower.

Lower.

Lower.

Here?

Yes, that's it.

Apply some force. A little lower.

Here?

No, a little toward the center.

Here?

- Right there? - Yes, that's it.

Let's go.

What are you doing, Lian Jingyun?

I haven't turned off the fire yet!

Let it be.

The fire is on.

You better deal with my fire first.

What are you doing?

You can guess.

We've been together for long.

Don't be shy.

I'm done acting.

Lian Jingyun.

What are you... I'm not leaving today.

What are you doing?

I'm not leaving from now on.

Lian Jingyun!

We can't do this without official marriage!

Lian Jingyun.

Remember to turn off the lights before you sleep!

Lian Jingyun?

Lian Jingyun.

(Lian Jingyun: Are you awake?)

(I cooked the noodles, )

(and shredded the chicken for you.)

(Just add the noodles to the soup and heat it up, and then you can eat.)

(I added salt and everything.)

(Just mix them.)

Why are you smiling?

I'm not smiling.

No?

Look at yourself in the mirror.

See how big your grin is.

What's going on?

Brother.

I want to tell you something.

You're the first person to know.

I'm in a relationship with Liu Xia.

What did I say?

I said you two must have something going on.

But Yuan Yuan said it was impossible.

That's great.

I'm genuinely happy for you.

She's a nice person.

But, you know.

As a man, career should come first.

Don't invest too much in relationships, understand?

Bro, what nonsense are you talking about?

What nonsense?

Just focusing on love is not good.

It will delay important matters.

By the way,

you must be very skilled in writing romantic scenes now, right?

Whenever I close my eyes, all I see is love.

The stench of romance.

Right, there's something I want to tell you.

Don't call me bro anymore.

Call me Mr. Jia, or you can call me by my name.

Okay?

Why?

We've joined Huan Hui now.

Big companies have rules.

We can't always be so casual.

It's not in compliance with the standards.

As for you, just call me Mr. Jia.

And I'll call you Mr. Qi, okay?

Forget about their rules.

You're still my brother.

Yeah, I know.

How we address each other privately doesn't matter.

But when there are outsiders or in public settings,

it's more proper to address each other formally, okay?

Alright, let's practice now.

Three, two, one, start.

Now?

Mr. Jia.

Mr. Qi.

Please, don't.

Mr. Jia.

Mr. Qi.

Mr. Jia.

Mr. Qi, hello.

Mr. Jia.

I'm not used to it still.

It's okay. You'll get used to it slowly.

But bro.

Stop calling me bro again.

What did I just say?

There's no one around.

You have to start adapting now.

Say it again.

Mr. Jia.

I'm listening.

What is it, Mr. Qi?

Where are you taking me, anyway?

You haven't told me since we got in the car.

Here's the thing.

I applied for a styling fund to give you a makeover.

Let's dress you in a way that suits your identity.

I think I'm fine the way I am.

The outfits Yuan Yuan picked for me are fine.

You with your raggedy clothes.

How is it fine?

Yuan Yuan taking care of my styling is no problem at all.

But as for you, I have to personally handle it, is that okay?

Well, what kind of style would I be?

You will be surprised.

Anyway, it's better than your current one.

Trust me.

Is that so?

Will it look a lot like you?

No.

It won't.

Yeah?

I definitely won't dress you up like me.

I have my style, and you have yours, alright?

Don't worry.

I don't like this yellow turtleneck.

You don't like turtlenecks?

- I don't like that yellow color a lot. - Okay, I got it.

Don't worry.

I'll make sure you look handsome.

You're quite picky.

You can trust me.

I'll dress you up in a way that will shock Miss Liu.

It means I'll be dressed up well, right?

That's for sure.

Just don't scare her.

Why are you here?

Did you go shopping?

You even changed into a new outfit.

Why didn't you invite me along?

Which woman did you go with?

Who else could it be?

It's Miss Jia, of course.

Miss Jia?

Jia Zhen?

What are you two guys doing shopping?

I have no idea.

He suddenly wanted to buy me clothes,

saying that we should pay attention to our images,

since we're in a big company now.

You tell him that he doesn't have to manage your outfits anymore.

Your girlfriend will take care of it.

From now on, you'll be the one to choose my outfits?

Of course.

To be honest,

I feel really uncomfortable in this outfit he picked for me.

Especially this striped shirt.

I never wear this kind of clothing.

You look good in anything.

But this jacket would look even better with a white T-shirt underneath.

You'll look more youthful.

Yeah.

I think so.

I look very young, so you shouldn't dress older.

When I dress older, wouldn't it make me look more mature?

What are you talking about?

Do you prefer a mature look or a youthful one?

It's okay to change things up occasionally.

Why did you order so much?

Can we finish all of it?

Of course.

Remember to contact Huan Hui's Mr. Qin, alright?

Let him reimburse it.

Are we claiming the meal expenses too?

Why not?

Although I don't care about my dignity, I still want the money.

I'm not stupid.

Let me tell you something.

What is it?

Qi Lianshan and Liu Xia are dating.

Really?

When did that happen?

It's so interesting.

As soon as Shanshan's career starts to take off, they get together.

What do you mean?

They've known each other for a while,

and been living together without any sparks.

Before, when Shanshan was nothing,

that woman didn't even look at him.

Is that love?

Don't talk nonsense.

Didn't Shanshan save Miss Liu before?

Maybe there are some things between them that we don't know.

Trust me.

The real show is yet to come.

Let's wait and see.

Don't be so mean.

Well...

I need to set up a gathering for Shanshan.

I want to let him have a good time.

What gathering?

That's not what I meant.

What's wrong?

It's nothing.

This is really delicious.

Here.

Put it there.

I'll take it myself.

What are you thinking? Eat.

Lately, Jia Zhen has been acting strange.

Strange?

How? What's strange about him?

It's just a bit awkward.

He's a bit distant.

Really?

Why?

Do you know what he said to me today?

He told me that from now on, whenever someone is around,

I should call him Mr. Jia, and he'll call me Mr. Qi.

At first, I thought he was joking,

but later I realized he was serious.

Mr. Qi.

Don't call me that anymore.

Whenever I hear those words, it gives me the creeps.

Don't burden yourself with that.

Jia Zhen is probably acting strange because you used to work for him before.

Now that you're doing well, he might get a bit jealous.

But that's normal.

Give him some time to process it.

Leave him alone?

You two have known each other for years.

Just relax and trust him.

You can't expect people to understand you totally.

Be true to yourself and have no regrets.

Maybe I should have Jia Zhen come here and have a session with you.

Why? Do you want a commission?

What's that?

A commission means you quickly finish these,

and then wash the dishes.

I have something to do. Excuse me.

Is that what it means?

Remember to wash the dishes!

What should I do?

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

Let the box office be a hit.

You scared me!

I'm watching the box office now.

Don't interrupt me.

Go do your work.

Let the box office be a hit.

Stop staring at the box office.

I have to!

Look at the figure now.

It increased by over 60 million in a day.

(Real-time box office)

This result is all thanks to me keeping an eye on it.

Shanshan hit it big this time.

Yuan Yuan.

Tell me honestly.

Do you think "Chasing the Wind" is good?

Yes, it's good.

What's good about it?

I don't think so.

But it's normal.

Everyone has different tastes.

Today, I called him Mr. Qi the whole day.

He's slowly starting to adapt,

and I start to adapt as well.

Shanshan is not the type of person you described.

He won't be conceited because of a movie.

Instead, I think the one who has changed is you.

Back then, the three of us...

Stop talking about the past all the time.

You always dwell on the past.

It makes you sound old.

Let the box office be a hit!

We told Shanshan to come at 10 AM.

Why did we come so early?

It's our first day at Huan Hui.

Mr. Cao said he has something to discuss with us.

Shouldn't we have asked Shanshan to come too?

Our contract with Huan Hui has been progressing smoothly.

Don't you find it strange?

Besides, when it comes to business matters,

it's enough for the two of us to know.

It's not good for Shanshan to know too much.

Ms. Coco?

Go ahead.

Ms. Coco.

Let me introduce you.

This is Yuan Yuan, our studio's Deputy General Manager.

Ms. Coco.

Hello.

Hello.

Is Mr. Qi not here yet?

I asked him to come an hour later.

Mr. Qin told us that Mr. Cao wants to talk to us about something.

I figured it must be about some business matters,

so I didn't ask Mr. Qi to come with us.

He's been working hard.

He should rest a bit more.

Sounds good.

Let's go.

At Huan Hui, we have multiple projects every year.

Apart from the producers who would oversee the scripts,

we've actually been lacking a person in charge at the company level.

However, the position of literary director is important.

It's difficult to recruit the right person externally.

Mr. Cao and I feel that we have a particularly suitable candidate now.

So, you see, there's a reason why Huan Hui

has achieved great success in the industry.

Sometimes, they show even greater care for creators than we do.

That's for sure.

Actually, I noticed last time that

you and Mr. Qi have a close relationship.

So, for this matter,

it's most suitable for you to talk to him.

(Employment Contract)

Our board of directors

has decided to hire Mr. Qi as our literary director.

His annual salary before tax is 800,000.

On top of that, he will get bonuses.

However, these will be withheld by our company,

and paid directly into his account.

What

about us?

What about you?

It's clearly stated in our contract that,

as Mr. Qi's management team,

you're responsible for all his management affairs.

No, it's not that.

Ms. Coco.

I don't quite understand what this actually means.

Which part of it are you confused?

Mr. Jia, you requested to be Mr. Qi's manager.

Mr. Qi is now our company's contracted screenwriter.

All his creative projects are under our Content Division.

Since both of you are his agents, you're under our Agent Division.

Since I'm his agent, I have to oversee what you ask him to write,

and review all his contracts, right?

It's not like you can just ask him to do whatever you want.

You don't have to worry about this.

Of course, all the contracts will be brought to you for approval.

However, as the literary director,

Mr. Qi will be responsible for all the projects

at Huan Hui that require his guidance.

He may not necessarily serve as a screenwriter.

Ms. Coco, in that case, if Mr. Qi doesn't take on creative projects,

and he has no income, how should our studio operate?

Huan Hui covers all of your rent and operational costs.

What other operational costs do you need?

You can let us know.

If it's justifiable, we'll reimburse you.

Also, since both of you are in our Agent Division,

you'll receive the salary standards for agents,

and be entitled to benefits for long-term employees.

Ms. Coco.

I don't mean to offend you.

I just want to ask, is Mr. Cao not coming today?

Well, I am here.

Really?

Okay.

Ms. Cao.

What makes you think that I'll agree with the terms stated in this contract?

I remember you told my brother that, as Mr. Qi's mentor,

you also hope that he can step onto a bigger stage and showcase his talent.

But most importantly,

our contract is built upon the contract between you and Mr. Qi.

It's a transfer of collaboration.

I remember there's a clause in your contract

with Mr. Qi which states that, during the term of the agreement,

Mr. Qi must comply with all your arrangements.

After this contract is transferred to our company,

we haven't changed a single word.

So now both you and Mr. Qi must follow all of our arrangements.

This new contract doesn't affect Mr. Qi's interests in any way,

except that you can't split his annual salary.

If this makes you uncomfortable, you can only blame yourself for it.

By the way,

being in our Agent Division,

you need to work in the office twice a week.

You can handle that.

Working in the office is not a problem.

What are you saying?

Did you hear what she said?

(Qi Lianshan)

It's Mr. Qi.

He should be downstairs by now.

He can't come up without the access card.

Look.

Today is a happy day.

Mr. Cao and Ms. Coco value Shanshan so much.

We should be happy.

Mr. Jia, you need not worry about this new contract.

It's not that Mr. Qi won't take any new projects.

He just might not follow the pace you've planned.

However, we should do what's best for his future, right?

Some things, if dissected and overanalyzed, can hurt feelings.

Let's take it slow and steady.

What do you think, Mr. Jia?

I've learned a lot today.

Ms. Cao.

No matter what, Mr. Qi has to agree to this contract first.

What if he doesn't agree?

Mr. Jia.

I know that he highly respects your opinion,

that's why you need to talk to him.

That's a lot to process today.

I need some time.

No rush.

Take your time.

Isn't Mr. Qi here?

Mr. Qin and I will go downstairs to pick him up.

Take your time.

Let's go.

(Employment Contract)

Why did you do that?

Does it hurt?

Cao Coco purposefully plans this.

Can't you tell?

Qi Lianshan has never worked in an office!

He's just a screenwriter who does independent work at home.

How can he be a literary director?

Sure, he doesn't take on new projects.

He has a share in box office revenue, and those previous royalties!

But what about me?

I now end up with a fixed salary!

What does Ms. Cao mean by this?

Isn't it obvious enough?

He wants us gone!

I've spent so many years and so much effort nurturing Shanshan.

Now, she wants to take advantage of it!

No way!

So how do we tell Shanshan about this?

Didn't that woman say it?

Qi Lianshan has to agree.

If I don't agree, how could Shanshan say yes?

Brother.

You didn't see it.

He got angry on the spot.

He is so furious.

It's satisfying to see.

Those two have been working together for a decade.

Whatever they do, it's their business.

I don't want him to suffer any losses.

We can't keep Jia Zhen at Huan Hui.

He'll leave sooner or later.

If we can get rid of Jia Zhen, it would be good for Qi Lianshan too.

Besides, didn't you want to protect high-quality creators?

It's not just about protection.

Qi Lianshan's future path is still long.

He needs to pause and learn more now.

Being a literary director can broaden his horizons.

His growth is strategically important for us.

If he becomes my husband, your strategy will be even more successful.

What do you mean?

My intention is obvious.

See you around.

(Borman Counseling Center)

(Borman receives a hundred million in investments.)

(Liu Xia)

Mr. Yang.

Please sign this.

Order a bouquet and a cake for me.

I want the best ones.

Okay.

Wait.

And some wine.

Alright.

Actually, I'll order them myself.

Take a look.

Mr. Cao.

Did they make a mistake here?

What mistake?

This position should be Jia Zhen's.

He has always been a leader in our team.

If I take this position, what would he do?

He's just your manager. That's all.

Manager?

Yes.

He agreed?

The most important thing here is whether you agree or not.

As for Jia Zhen, we've already spoken to him.

Yeah, I spoke to him.

He said it's fine as long as you agree.

I think I need to go back, and discuss this with him.

Alright, no problem.

Go back and carefully review the contract, then give me your answer.

Okay.

(Literary Director Contract)

♪ 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 ♪