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♪There is a secret♪

♪Deep inside my heart♪

♪Hidden as naturally as I breathe♪

♪When I am lost, it lights up my path♪

♪It tells me that I am my own torch-bearer♪

♪It teaches me that sweats♪

♪Can replace my tears♪

♪The flame is burning, waiting for me to wake up♪

♪Don't give up, despite the darkness ahead♪

♪Raising my arms proudly♪

♪The torch in my hand, my courage is bursting♪

♪The fire will not die, regardless of the storm♪

♪Don't forget to seek the light and spark♪

♪Within yourself♪

[Ray of Light] [Adapted from Zhao Xiaying's original story]

[Episode 14]

If I can go to Shanghai someday

to open my own shop,

such as a nail salon,

a beauty salon,

or even a ramen restaurant,

I will be satisfied then.

You can do it.

Let me tell you.

The Bund in Shanghai is magnificent.

Let's talk about it after I pass the exam.

The score for finance is too high.

The score for journalism

is getting higher each year.

It would be very competitive.

The score required for philosophy is low.

But do you think you can understand it?

Actually, you can think about

other schools.

It doesn't have to be my school.

But

I want to go to the same school as you.

You have to consider your capabilities, don't you agree?

I'll do my best.

Xiaohui, just tell me which major I should go with.

Recently, there have been a few

female students from the Faculty of Foreign Languages who joined the student council,

they have nice temperaments.

I think it's good for girls to learn a foreign language.

You can work at a foreign company after graduation

or be an English teacher.

It's a decent job, and the income is good.

You should apply to the Faculty of Foreign Languages.

[Central Academy of Fine Arts]

[Jiaxing University]

Kai.

Have some mandarins.

What are you looking at?

My teacher asked us to choose a target college.

Let me see.

What do you have in mind?

I haven't figured it out yet.

[Central Academy of Fine Arts]

Do you still want to go to an art school?

I'm asking you. Yes or no?

You promised me that you wouldn't apply it.

Wu Kai, let me tell you.

Art school,

painting,

art school entrance examination,

don't you even think about all that.

No way.

Mom.

I have looked at a few schools.

I still think painting suits me better.

Have you forgotten that it almost ruined you?

I regretted to let you learn to paint.

Kai.

I have analyzed it.

Let's apply and go to a school of finance.

Find a decent job later.

You won't be a disgrace wherever you go.

Okay?

Okay?

[Jiaxing University]

Looking at your phone while lying in bed is the worst thing to do to your eyes.

Go to bed early.

Dad.

Recently, our teacher asked us to think about our aspirations after the NCEE.

What do you think I should apply?

Is it time to fill in the aspiration form?

No.

He asked us to set a goal first.

We have to stick it to the wall.

What do you have in mind?

I haven't thought about it yet.

What do you guys think?

Your thoughts are important.

No matter where you apply,

I will support you.

In that case, I shall

ask Mom too later.

I'm sure she will support you as well.

Why? Are you having a grudge against your mom?

No, I just thought

that this is not just about me.

So I have to ask your opinions.

You can fill in your interest first.

Your mom and I

will help you think about it, okay?

Don't play on your phone, go to bed early.

[University selection, pick a major]

Which one should I choose?

[Total score, 562]

602.

[Hong'an Medical University's] 536.

[average admission score, 536] 536.

(Where is the best med school?)

Huaqing.

Then you should apply for Huaqing.

You should apply to the best university.

I'm sure you can make it.

Good morning.

Good morning, sir!

I didn't sleep all night.

What is wrong with you?

What does it have to do with me?

Of course.

You asked me to follow you.

I did that.

You asked me to take NCEE.

I studied.

But why is there such a thing as filling in the aspiration form?

Of course you need to fill in the aspiration form.

Aspiration is your goal.

This is the NCEE.

You have to fill in your life goal.

I can't write down my goal.

What is your goal in life?

Outdo my dad.

That's a very abstract goal.

You have to be specific.

For example, what exactly do you like?

Do what you love to outdo your dad.

This is a life goal.

What do I like?

How would I know what you like?

The things that I like are impractical.

I like to eat.

Play basketball.

Play games.

None of these works.

You can't say that.

Anything at its finest

can be a career.

If you want to do something about food, you can be a food critic.

You can eat for free and get paid.

You can play basketball for the national team and make our country proud.

But it's a little late for you to do that.

And about gaming.

Gaming is feasible.

Gaming is related to computers.

You can study computing and learn programming.

Mathematics can be used for programming.

My efforts to teach you are not in vain. This is a way out.

Remember that for me first.

This is a way out.

Okay.

Wang Fang, what do I owe you?

Wang Fang.

Are you done?

Yes, let's go.

Stick it in front.

I am going to

Northwestern University of Political Science and Law.

[Chengdu Foreign Languages School]

[Go to Shanghai]

You haven't figured it out yet?

It's okay.

It's a big decision in life.

Take your time.

You can stick a blank note up there.

Don't be nervous, fellow students.

If you haven't decided yet,

you can stick a blank note up there.

A blank note means you have unlimited possibilities.

Who else hasn't stuck theirs up?

Sir.

Ren Zhen hasn't stuck hers yet.

Never mind, just stick it.

Huaqing Medical University.

How brave of you.

All right, let's start the lesson.

Who is that?

Wang Fang.

What's up?

Jia Kun.

Ren Zhen, it can't be you, can it?

Who is this?

It's me.

Mom, why are you here?

Hello, everyone.

Didn't you see my message?

I'm starving.

That's why I'm here to look for you.

What time will your class end?

I can't check my phone

when I'm teaching.

Well... Please go and eat first.

I'll be there in a while.

Wait a minute.

Students.

I am Mr. Hao's mother.

You call me Mrs. Hao.

This is inappropriate, I guess.

Mrs. Hao should be my wife.

If so, what should they call me?

Leopard Print Woman.

Nonsense.

Whatever. Feel free

to address me in any way that you like.

You can address me as Madam.

Or you can call me Granny.

Address me...

Just address me like that.

We're having class, Mom.

Just let me say a few words.

It's time for the NCEE, isn't it?

Are you nervous?

Yes.

Look at that little face of yours.

You are skinny, and your skin appears yellowish.

Listen.

Well,

you need to remind the students

to eat more nutritious food, okay?

As long as you have enough nutrition,

you'll be in better spirits, right?

Yes.

But listen to me.

The NCEE

is not that scary, actually.

Just relax.

[Sorry, everyone] Do you know

what Mr. Hao was like

when he was your age?

He was very naughty.

Under my discipline,

he got into university very easily.

So, you guys just relax, take it easy.

I'd like to ask you something.

What do you think

about Mr. Hao's teaching?

Is it good?

Yes, it's good.

That's it, I know my son well.

Mr. Hao

is very honest

and extremely responsible.

To make sure you get to further your studies,

he even worked until he forgot to sleep and eat.

He even forgot that I was coming here today.

That's why,

please be more tolerant towards Mr. Hao.

I hope you can succeed in the examination!

Good luck with your NCEE.

I

will come to the school entrance for sure

to wave flags and cheer for you all.

Please do your best, okay?

Okay.

Great. All right, I'll get going.

Okay, Mom. Please go first.

Please eat first.

And then you...

There's one more thing.

Go and stand over there.

Why should I stand there?

I'll take a picture for all of you.

Don't do it.

I'm teaching.

Be good.

I'll take a picture of you all as a memento.

Stand in place.

Look at the camera. Stand up straight.

Stand with your foot close.

Guys, make a

victory pose.

Alright, one, two, three.

All right, great.

Alright, that's it.

I'm leaving. Goodbye.

Bye-bye.

Good luck!

Forget what happened today.

There are three cups here. Who else is coming?

Nan, here.

Have a drink with your dad.

No, this... You...

What's going on here, Mom?

Don't scare off others.

You brat.

Did you forget today is your dad's birthday?

Don't scare others off.

Are you for real?

Mom.

Can I substitute the alcohol with tea?

What are you talking about?

Are you using tea to fool your dad?

No, Mom.

After I became a teacher,

I swore I would never drink again.

I have to be a role model.

If I'm drunk,

how can I teach the next day?

Alright, fine.

Let me drink a cup first.

My mom is very noble.

Slow down.

This is a liquor cup, Mom.

Happy birthday, Dad.

Hao.

Did you hear?

Your son

is a teacher again.

Are you happy?

Mom.

You have worked hard

all these years.

Dad passed away when I was young.

I have caused you a lot of trouble.

You brat.

You

never let me be at ease since you were young.

When your dad passed away,

do you know how big of trouble you caused?

You fought with others.

You can't blame me for that, Mom. There was a reason behind it.

If they hadn't grabbed my watch,

I would never have beat them up like that.

I beat them up to run.

You're still wearing this watch.

Tell me.

Your father had been a teacher all his life.

He worked hard for the rest of his life

and lived frugally.

He was unwilling to spend his money on anything.

He only bought this watch.

Now,

it has become his legacy.

Here.

Let me toast to you

on behalf of your dad.

-Drink slowly, Mom. -Come on.

I...

Okay.

Have you been drinking so fiercely all this while?

Hao, you must be happy.

Your son is all grown up.

He is sensible and responsible.

We can rest assured.

There, there.

Don't worry.

Ever since

I took this watch back,

I have never gotten into trouble again.

I remember my dad's last words before he died.

Why did he give me this watch?

He said life is short.

Time is limited.

He hoped

I don't waste my life.

Good boy.

Cheers, Mom.

Here.

(Mom, do you know)

(how I broke my nose?)

(How did you break it?)

(I broke it after I drank like this.)

When did this happen?

Besides Class 14,

are there any other students?

Recently,

only their class had lights on in the building.

There were just a few students in the beginning.

Around...

After eight, they left around that time.

Last night was the most crowded

and the latest of all.

If Gao hadn't come and told me,

I would not have known.

Where are you back then?

The pond next to the field

is broken. I went to have a look.

Didn't I tell you?

No matter what happens at any time,

someone has to guard the school gate.

Don't you understand?

Yes.

This Mr. Hao

just likes to do things that violate the rules.

Look at this.

They even climbed over the wall to sneak in at night!

This...

This tuition class doesn't conform with the regulations, right?

They stayed until so late and even climbed over the school gate.

What if something really happened?

How are we going to explain it to the parents?

Where is Mr. Hao?

I have asked him to come.

Come in.

Ms. Li, are you looking for me?

Students, before we start the lesson,

I have an announcement.

Due to the school regulations

and for the sake of everyone's safety,

our tuition class

is officially canceled from today onwards.

Why? Please don't call it off.

I'm pleased

with your responses.

It proved that you wanted to attend the evening class,

and that gave me a sense of achievement.

But this tuition has to be canceled.

The purpose of my tutoring all of you

is not only for you to study,

but mainly to unite everyone.

Whether you are studying alone in agony at home

or studying happily with a group of people,

you are still studying, aren't you?

During this period,

your grades have improved tremendously.

It makes me very happy.

The rest is up to you.

I can't help you all the time.

You guys have grown up.

When you're home,

it is crucial for you to allocate

and arrange your time reasonably.

You have to be smart.

We have to be interested in

what we are learning

to avoid

those ineffective study times.

Everyone, good luck.

Let's start the lesson.

Stand up.

Good morning, students.

Good morning, sir.

Please have a seat.

Open your workbook to page 95.

Today we are going to review

basic operations of a plane vector.

(Start morning jog at 6:15 after arriving at school.)

(Memorize vocab for half an hour during the morning jog.)

Performance, performance.

Professional, professional.

(Set aside some time to exercise daily)

(to stay fit)

(for effective learning.)

(During the long break after the second lesson,)

(complete the eye exercises)

(and do a handstand for ten minutes at the back of the classroom.)

(Keep reciting the textbook while doing the handstand.)

(You'll never be sleepy again until noon.)

(Finish lunch at 12:45 PM.)

(Listen to MP3 when you can't fall asleep.)

(Subconscious can help to develop language sense.)

Sodium ion...

(During the ten minutes)

(cycling on the way home after school,)

(you can ask each other questions)

(about the key points that you have memorized.)

Six.

It's my turn to ask.

Ethanol mixed in ethyl bromide

-can be removed... -It can be removed

by adding an appropriate amount of hydrobromic acid.

(Twenty minutes before going to bed,)

(go through)

(today's most important key points in your mind again,)

(so that the knowledge that you have acquired during the day)

(can flash through your mind throughout the night.)

(11:30 PM.)

(Turn off the lights and go to bed.)

(The basic principle of ensuring a good learning state)

(is never burn the midnight oil.)

An object will decelerate when

the direction of acceleration is opposite

to the direction of velocity.

(Lastly, you must remember.)

(Fully utilize your time at school)

(is especially important.)

♪Your defiant spirit♪

(Be persistent.)

(Perseverance is key to success.)

♪Don't forget to seek the light and spark♪

♪Within yourself♪

Are you going home?

Let's go together.

Okay.

That looks like my dad.

My dad is here.

Why don't you go back first?

Dad.

I'm picking up my son. That's all.

Okay, I'll be right back at the hospital.

That's it.

Hello, Mr. Gao.

Hello, Ren Zhen. You must have studied hard lately.

It's okay.

Good.

Let's go home.

You have a bicycle.

Mr. Gao.

Are you still worried about Gao Yuan?

No.

I just got off work. The school is on my way home.

Then let me go back with him.

We are going the same way.

In this way,

you don't have to pick him up on purpose.

That's right, Dad.

I didn't come on purpose.

I came on the way back home.

He won't run away again.

Right?

Yes, Dad.

I won't run away anymore. Don't worry.

We will leave first. Drive safe.

You must go home.

Ride safely on the road.

Sir, don't worry.

I'll keep an eye on him for you.

Okay.

Looks like your dad is still worried about you.

Let's race to see who is faster.

Slow down.

The sky is lovely.

It has been a while since I stopped

to take a good look at the sky.

Look.

I used to take a picture of the sky every morning

before going to school.

I have seen people collect albums

and handmade crafts,

but I have never seen anyone collect photos of the sky.

I'm that person.

Thanks for the ride last time.

But I screwed it up.

How about I make it up to you?

Never mind, just don't run away next time.

You don't believe me, either?

I won't run away this time.

I won't let you all worry anymore.

Are you done with your homework?

No, I haven't done it yet.

And I feel

I haven't done homework in a long time.

You are in Grade 12.

Aren't you embarrassed to say

you haven't done homework in a long time?

You're right.

I'm confused when I see the questions now.

All right, don't be confused.

Let's adapt quickly.

Let's find a place to do homework.

How about Ming's place?

Forget it, don't waste your time because of me.

I'm not doing it for you.

I have to do my homework too.

Stop talking, let's go.

[Zhulu Cycling Club]

Your drinks.

Thank you, Ming.

My club is pretty quiet

when there is

no cyclists gathering here.

You can come here to study at any time.

I will reserve seats for you two.

How come you only did this little?

I'm just starting to learn.

How can I compare to you, who practice every day?

I'm stuck on this question.

Let me see.

It's not that hard.

Well, I'll write down the formula for you.

You'll know it.

Have a look.

I know this formula.

I have forgotten about it.

I have told you so.

You remember things that you should forget but forget everything that you should remember.

Before I forget,

I have got you a notebook.

Write down all your mistakes in it.

Look at it when you're free.

It can improve your learning efficiency.

Amazing.

You plan your schedule

by hours.

How can an idiot like me compare to you?

You are not an idiot.

No idiot would score more than 140 marks in English.

I saw your grades in Grade 11.

Although your total score was not high, your English was good.

You even peeked at my grades?

Let's do this.

I'll write a few questions for you

in the notebook every day.

Remember to do it.

I'll write a few for you now.

I'm hungry.

You are hungry?

It's already nineish. Let's go for dinner.

It's already past nine o'clock. Where can we get dinner?

Come with me, and you'll have meat to eat.

Ming, we are leaving.

Be safe on your way home.

Actually, it's okay if I don't eat.

[Ruyi Dumplings]

No worries.

I have to come here

every night at this time

to help my mom make dumplings.

That way, she can sleep for another ten minutes.

Your notebook said you are at the dumpling restaurant

from nine to ten.

Do you come here every day to help your mom?

How dare you peek at my to-do list?

It's all because my mother is restless.

So I have to come and help her.

Please have a seat.

I have to wash my hands.

You're quite good at it.

That's for sure.

I guess you don't know

that kneading dough can de-stress.

If you're unhappy,

you can do this.

Use your strength.

Use all of your strength

to knead it. You will feel better.

Let me try, let me try.

Like this?

Yes, you're pretty good at kneading.

It's quite relaxing indeed.

Gao Yuan.

What are you doing?

Don't play anymore.

Let's knead properly.

Let's knead.

Knead properly.

Ren Zhen.

The dumplings you made

taste better than your mom's.

You sweet talker.

I made you a bowl of noodles with the remaining dough.

Give it a try to see how it tastes.

Why did you make noodles too?

You like noodles, don't you?

It's delicious.

Are you really going to apply for Huaqing?

Mr. Hao said I should apply to the best university.

I want to give it a go.

Mr. Hao is a pretty interesting figure.

He looks strange and unreliable,

but he has helped us a lot.

The midterm is coming up.

If he left because the results

are not up to standard,

it would be a pity.

Yes.

I used to go against him before this.

I didn't expect him to be so good at teaching.

He's very responsible too.

Would he be leaving for sure?

Let's go

and send some dumplings to Mr. Hao.

Sure.

Let him have our leftovers.

Okay.

We'll give him these. Let's go.

Who is it?

Who?

Who is it?

Xia Fan.

Are you alright?

I'm fine.

Are you not feeling well?

No.

[Hong'an City Hospital, Color Ultrasound Report] Your blood test and color ultrasound are fine.

Your menstruation has stopped.

Sometimes it is related to your emotions.

Are you in Grade 12?

Are you worried about your studies

and feeling stressed?

Maybe.

Raise your head, and let me see.

Has your weight changed much recently?

I have become thinner.

How much weight have you lost?

Do you eat regularly for three meals a day?

I don't eat much.

Are you on a diet?

Listen here.

Improper and deliberate losing weight

will leads to amenorrhea, you know?

Later, there'll be no place for you to cry even if you regret it.

Your clothes are a little too tight.

It's like the clothes you wore when you were a kid.

After this, you should take a look at

how college girls dress up

and learn from them.

Let's go and get something to drink.

Let's have some milk tea.

How can you drink milk tea?

Drink juice.

Just look at you.

I've seen a lot of girls like you.

All you care about is beauty.

To lose weight,

you can even sacrifice your life, right?

Go home and eat your meals on time.

Ask your parents to accompany you

when you come next time.

Thank you, Doctor.

Mom, do you know what time it is now?

What's the matter?

No, nothing.

What are you doing?

Why are you looking at me?

My mom is pretty. So, why can't I look at her?

Silly girl.

Why?

Is something bothering you?

Nothing.

But you are acting weird today.

I have a dinner party tonight,

so I won't be home for dinner.

Mom, are you leaving now?

Why are you urging me?

I'm leaving.

By the way, I leave the money here for you.

Take care of dinner on your own tonight.

Have a safe trip, Mom.

I'm leaving. Be nice and stay at home.

Goodbye.

My goodness!

Xiaohui.

Why aren't you here yet?

I'm on my way, and I will be there soon.

We're all here. Hurry up.

Okay, I got it!

Are Liu Kai

and Song Yuanyuan an item now?

Who?

Xiaohui.

Liu Kai.

Liu Kai?

The one who majors in industrial management.

Do you know what time it is? Why took you so long?

Have a seat.

I'm sorry, I'm late.

Don't apologize to me.

Apologize to them.

Everyone was waiting for you.

I'm really sorry.

I'm late.

It's no big deal.

Who is she, Xiaohui?

Introduce her to us.

She's my junior in my high school, Xia Fan.

High school?

What grade are you in?

Grade 12.

Grade 12?

♪The crowd is the wind, and I, the dandelion♪

♪As I land, my dream blossoms, leading to a different future♪

♪You mock that my dream is impossible♪

♪No one understands the loneliness of a kite who embraces the rain♪

♪Growing up can be painful♪

♪People say that I'm delusional♪

♪But I forge on in the face of naysayers♪

♪I will not be swayed and walk in someone's shadow♪

♪Don't be scared, just stand out♪

♪Fly against the current to the vision you have in your dream♪

♪Hardship is the catalyst for resolution♪

♪You will witness my resilience♪

♪Don't be scared, just stand out♪

♪The pain will subside, you will shrug it off♪

♪In this ideal world, my courage is the centerpiece♪

♪Look, the rainbow after the rain♪

♪Shine a ray of light♪