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[Fireworks of My Heart]

[Adapted from the novel "A City, Waiting for You" by Jiuyuexi]

[Episode 32]

Let's go home.

Are you hungry?

Let's eat something.

Did Aunt make a midnight snack?

Not with them.

Just us alone.

I want more.

What's the matter?

Can't talk without drinking?

I felt like having a drink.

Besides, as long as I have you, I'm not afraid.

You can't drink like this with others, you know.

Got it, I'll only drink with you.

Do you like your current job a lot?

Maybe because it's noble.

Honestly, it's because I saved lives that I feel like I can't leave.

I never really thought about being noble or making sacrifices.

Not at all. Sometimes I even feel tired.

It's just a job, but since I'm doing it, I want to do it well.

I have responsibilities, so I just carry them out diligently.

Come.

The other day, when I finished work,

Uncle and Aunt came to pick me up. Did you know?

I knew.

But you didn't know

that Aunt held my hand.

She said

my hands were cold and she wanted to warm them up.

Your family

treats me well.

Song Yan,

I've told you before,

remember when I said how nice it was to live in your family?

At that time, I was immature,

I felt it like that and I just spoke my mind.

But now that I've grown up,

I still feel

that living in your family is truly wonderful.

Uncle,

Aunt,

and Zhai Miao,

they're all great.

I really like them.

I mean it.

I really like them.

Really.

I really like them.

They treat me well because of you.

If one day,

you're not here anymore,

then they won't

have any connection with me.

I'll be all alone again,

do you understand?

Xu Qin...

Let me finish what I want to say first.

I'm afraid if I don't say it now,

I'll never say it.

I've thought it through.

If one day something really happens to you,

then I...

You may think I'm being dramatic

or that I'm weak and useless,

or maybe you think

I'm threatening you

and you are getting angry.

But you know,

that day,

when I was saving you in the emergency room,

it hurt so much.

I couldn't bear it, and I couldn't get over it.

Xu Qin,

I might be

transferred to another position.

My job might change.

The time hasn't been determined yet, so I haven't had a chance to tell you.

Since last year,

I've been working hard to make more adjustments and changes.

Firstly, in these years of work, I've found

that the reduction in injury rates is related to professional training.

And most of the casualties in rescues can be avoided.

Whether it's improving the training system,

optimizing rescue concepts, means, and methods,

it requires someone with frontline experience.

Secondly,

it's because of you.

- Aunt. - What's wrong?

She's fine. We just had a little drink.

She drank too quickly. She'll be fine after she gets some rest.

- Are you sure she's fine? - Yes.

I bought some crayfish for you.

Watch your steps.

We're going up.

Slow down.

Good night.

You're awake.

I wasn't drunk.

So you were pretending to be drunk, tricking me into taking care of you.

I was thinking of taking advantage of you while you were drunk.

You didn't finish just now.

You said

it's also because of me?

Xu Qin,

I've imagined our future together.

In the future,

we will live in our own house,

buy a new car.

I'll have a regular job from nine to five.

I'll have breakfast with you in the morning,

drop you off at work,

pick you up after work.

We'll cook together,

watch movies,

go shopping.

We'll plant flowers,

keep pets.

On weekends, we'll explore nearby places.

When we have vacation time, we'll travel to farther destinations.

And if we're tired, and don't feel like going out,

we'll just stay home,

lying in bed, basking in the sun.

Going nowhere.

Just the two of us.

Do you want to spend that life with me?

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

Yes.

The snow is quite heavy.

Didn't you say Qin drank yesterday?

They didn't have a fight, did they?

No, I just looked at their window.

- They're still not up yet. - They're still in bed?

Yes.

Things are solid between them.

I think the argument before was probably

because they hadn't seen each other for a long time. They missed each other too much.

They've already decided to get married. That's good.

Yes, they should get married soon.

I'm eager to have a grandchild.

Your design of the cabinet is pretty.

Of course.

With my skills as a carpenter,

the carpentry work I do sells much better than the furniture stores.

That's for sure.

Your family's woodworking skills have been passed down for generations.

I think Qin Qin will love this cabinet.

She will.

Yan has really put in everything he has this time.

Song Yan, it's snowing!

They're up.

It's beautiful.

The snow isn't heavy yet.

In another two or three weeks, the snow will be thicker.

By then, I'll build a snowman for you.

Song Yan.

You were crouching.

One look at your back and I knew what you were trying to do.

Come on, let's cool you down!

It's cold!

See, I told you. They are fine.

They are doing great.

You've seen enough. Let's go back inside.

You're in trouble.

Wait.

Let's get a few friends for the fish at home.

Come here, Miss.

Feel free to pick and choose.

They're all lively and active.

Take a look, this one has a lion's head shape,

and this one has a tiger's head shape.

We'll take one of each.

One of each, right?

You got it.

I love the scent of Wufang Street.

What scent?

It carries your scent.

What scent do I have?

A worldly scent.

It's a shame that Wufang Street is going to be demolished.

I will miss this place.

I will miss it too.

Xu Qin,

we should get a place for ourselves too.

What do you think our future house will be like?

I still prefer old-style small buildings.

Not too big, but very cozy.

It would be even better if it's closer to your workplace.

Just like Uncle's house then. Such houses can be found on Yanhuo Street.

But that area has been included in the city's historical preservation zone.

It's hard to afford a house there now.

That's right.

We can check out commercial houses.

I'm getting a raise.

If the demolition is urgent, we can rent a house first.

Don't worry about it.

Hold tight, babe. Let's go home!

Look at its mouth.

It looks just like yours.

Dad, put more eggs in the filling.

Don't worry, dear.

Go help your sister-in-law.

Qin, is there anything I can help with?

Nothing, I just finished pasting the last one.

Zhai Miao.

What is it?

Put these Door God on the doors.

So early?

Didn't Yan say he would do it when he comes back?

Wait for Yan? When has he ever come back for our reunion dinner over the past ten years?

Wait for him?

We have Qin with us this year, right? With her around, he will surely come home.

Hat's right. I'm here this year. I'll put it on the door.

Okay. One for Qin,

- and one for Miao Miao. - All right.

- Put it up nicely. - Got it.

Come on.

Okay.

Done. Let's go.

The stuffing's ready. Come in and make dumplings.

- Got it. - Let's make dumplings.

- Coming! - Hurry up.

- It's going to be good. - Da Peng!

Happy new year!

Happy new year!

Happy new year!

The dumplings are ready!

- Here come the dumplings. - Hurry up!

Chi, this is the first time I'm eating New Year's eve dinner in uniform.

It feels strange.

Listen, this year, we're on frontline duty.

Let's finish eating early and get prepared early, okay?

Besides, having New Year's Eve dinner in our uniforms

is part of the ritual for us firefighters.

For the people, the Lunar New Year is a festive occasion.

But for us firefighters, it means we make it through another year.

- Okay! Let's have dumplings! - Yes!

Eat up!

You know, without Yi here, I kind of miss him.

Why would you miss him? It's not like he doesn't have dumplings to eat.

Eat your food.

- Do you like it? - It's tasty!

Attention!

Hi, Instructor! Hi, Captain!

Hi, Instructor! Hi, Captain!

- Happy new year! - Happy new year!

Instructor, you're too kind.

You even prepared red envelopes for us.

You've got sharp eyes, brat.

Red envelopes! Red envelopes!

Hold on, it's New Year's Eve today.

Let's have Captain Song say a few words.

Yes!

Sit!

This year,

you all have performed well and upheld the honor of Shili Tai.

As the captain, I have witnessed the growth of our new members

and the dedication of our old members.

I am pleased.

Today is New Year's Eve,

whether you are on the frontlines or supporting in the rear,

I want you all to gather your spirits and get prepared for the operations, all right?

Yes!

Everyone, you've worked hard.

- Happy new year! - Happy new year!

Red envelopes! Red envelopes!

The time has come to test you all.

Do you want this?

Yes!

Good. I want everyone to recite a poetry with the word "spring" in it.

I knew you wouldn't give it to us so easily.

That's right.

I'll go.

I awake light-hearted this morning of spring, everywhere round me the singing of birds.

Spring fills the garden, and it cannot all be contained,

a bough of red apricot stretches over the wall.

When in next spring the grass turn green, would you, my friend, return?

While the beauty is nowhere to be seen, the peach blossoms still smile in the spring.

Come, let's your glasses!

Cheers!

- Happy new year! - Happy new year!

To a better life, and to your happiness.

- Mom, have a dumpling. - Thanks, sweetie.

How's my stuffing?

It's really good.

Qin Qin, have some more.

Let me get you another bowl of dumplings.

Have some more.

I've been eating too much delicious food these days. My face has become chubby.

- Yes. - Chubby is good.

I made different stuffings.

Ladies and gentlemen,

at this wonderful moment of bidding farewell to the old and welcoming the new year,

we gather together to celebrate the joyous Spring Festival.

This is 119. How can we help you?

Dad, when are you coming home?

Kid, this is a fire and rescue hotline.

Did you call the wrong number?

Xiao Kui, who are you talking to?

Dad. I want to talk to Dad.

I'm so sorry. My kid got the wrong number.

Her dad's a firefighter. She probably missed him.

I'm sorry about this.

It's okay, ma'am.

Xiao Kui, happy new year.

Thank you. Happy new year.

Boss, I'd like some dumplings, please.

Sorry. We're out of dumplings. Will you have noodles?

No, Mom.

I just want to eat your dumplings.

Yi!

- Mom. - My son!

You're back!

My son is back!

- I missed you. - I missed you so much.

My son is back!

Oh, you, why didn't you tell me in advance that you were coming back?

I could have prepared for it.

Mom, I was worried that I would get a mission last-minute.

I didn't dare to tell you. I was afraid you would be disappointed.

This is wonderful.

Really wonderful.

- You haven't had dinner, right? - Yes.

- I'll make dumplings for you. - Let's make it together.

Okay.

I went downstairs to buy a bottle of soy sauce. And I forgot to bring the keys.

My child won't come back either.

He is on duty at the heating company during the Lunar New Year.

Sorry for the trouble, guys.

This is it.

What's burning inside? Why is there smoke?

Oh, my God. My braised pork!

Hurry, hurry.

This is killing me.

Come, hurry.

Open the window.

It's okay.

Grandma, sorry about your braised pork.

I'm just glad nothing serious happened. It really scared me.

It's okay now.

The lock is broken. We'll get you a new one later.

Thank you.

Ma'am, why didn't you put this on the wall?

It's too high, I can't reach it.

And I might fall if I stand on the stool.

- I'll do it. - Thank you, ma'am. I don't eat sweets.

- Just take it. It's the new year. - Thank you, ma'am.

- You're too kind, ma'am. - We really can't take it.

Thank you, ma'am. Happy new year.

- Take some sweets. - We really can't, ma'am.

- We really can't take them. - You must take it.

- We're just doing our job. - Take it.

We appreciate it, ma'am.

Take some oranges. Take them.

Kids...

Ma'am, the people's problem is our problem.

Call us if you need help.

Happy new year.

Thank you.

Take these oranges.

Ma'am, we can't take it. We really can't.

Be a good boy and take it, or I'll get mad.

I'll just take one then. Just one. One.

Take them all. Take them.

Thank you, ma'am. Happy new year.

You...

Bye bye.

Captain! Captain!

The granny is being too kind. So, I took one.

I'm turning it in.

Thanks, Captain.

Thanks, Captain.

Thanks, Captain.

Thanks, Captain.

For the people, family reunion is what makes the New Year.

For us firefighters, when the people are safe and sound,

we have a good New Year.

You all did well on duty this New Year's Eve.

In the new year,

may everyone be safe and sound.

- Safe and sound. - Safe and sound.

Safe and sound.

Did you get the beef I like?

Yes. It's in the fridge.

Cook it for me tonight.

Okay.

Mom and Dad, we wish you good health,

all the best, success in all endeavors,

and remain in love.

Thank you, children.

I also wish you happiness and all the best.

Happy new year.

- Cheers! - Happy new year.

Careful. Don't burn yourself.

It's hot.

- It's so good. - Slow down.

It's still taste the same.

Try one. Don't just watch me eat it.

- I've had some. - Eat half of it.

Take a bite. Just one bite.

Bite it. Good.

Kowtow to Grandpa and Grandma.

Good!

Grandpa, Grandma, happy new year.

We wish you a good health and all the best.

Good. Come here.

Why are you sleeping here?

I stayed up.

I was waiting for you to come home.

Is your duty over?

Go upstairs and get some rest.

It's okay. I'm all right.

You miss home, don't you?

Chinese New Year is a big festival.

You should go back and see your parents.

Don't worry,

I'll go with you.

You know my mom's temper.

It's okay.

I just want to send you there and bring you back.

I don't want you to go back and forth alone.

I'll wait for you outside.

- It's so cold outside. - Don't worry.

I'll wait at some place warm.

I won't freeze.

Happy new year.

Okay, thank you.

I'll visit the museum across the street.

Give me a call when you're done.

I'm going inside now.

Wait for me.

Cheer up.

Dad, Mom.

Qin Qin, you're home.

Meng,

did you do the thing I asked you to do?

What thing?

You never pay attention to what I say.

What are you doing?

When did you get back?

Just now.

Xiao Yi Xiao asked me out to play tennis. Let's go.

Yan Chen,

we're going to eat soon.

We'll be back soon.

Let's go.

Dad, Mom, I'm going out now.

Okay.

Are his family treating you well?

Yes.

They haven't mistreated you, have they?

If he or anyone else bullies you,

remember to tell me.

If you don't want to tell me,

you can tell Yi Xiao.

Got it?

Okay.

Nice swing.

Let me take a break and drink some water.

Come on.

Thank you.

How is he treating you?

Are you going to ask me the same questions as my brother did?

We are just concerned about how you are doing.

Of course, your happiness matters the most.

I always knew that you would eventually end up with Song Yan.

You're just saying that in hindsight.

I told him that before, but he didn't believe me.

Xiao Yi Xiao, stop chatting.

Come play tennis.

Coming.

Come on.

Carry on.

Nice swing!

[What are you doing?]

[I'm in the museum. Take your time. Have a meal with your parents first.]

[What about you?]

[I'll look around the museum. Don't worry about me.]