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[Fireworks of My Heart]

[Adapted from the novel "A City, waiting for you" by Jiuyuexi]

[Episode 38]

Zhai Miao.

Whether you accept it or not,

you can't turn back time.

You can't turn back time, but the pain won't subside.

Yan, how could you forgive them so easily?

You've got it wrong.

I haven't forgiven them.

I don't even need their apologies.

Even if they do, forgiveness isn't possible.

But I don't resent them either.

Nor do I have the heart to seek revenge.

Because I don't want to live in resentment for the rest of my life.

I'm not asking you to save anyone.

This is doing the right thing.

Appreciation or personal apology shouldn't be involved.

As for me, I'm actually doing good.

And a better future awaits.

Let bygones be bygones.

No point bearing a grudge.

As you wish.

It's not my ten years that have gone wasted anyway.

I'll hand over the evidence.

But before that,

let me do what I want.

No matter what it is,

keep this in mind.

We don't beset others.

Save it.

Zhai Miao.

Mr. Meng.

Mrs. Meng.

- How did it go? - We've found the witness.

She has a video evidence that can prove Yan Chen's innocence.

How much does she want?

Let her have it. As long as she hands over the evidence.

The thing is, she doesn't want money.

Here comes the honoured guests.

Our house is small.

I hope you don't mind.

Hi.

We came to pay you a visit.

May I know who else is home?

Only me. Let's cut to the chase.

What do you want? Name it.

What can I call you?

Zhai Miao.

Alright.

Miss Zhai.

The only reason we're here today is to talk to you.

We hope that you'll help us solve the problem.

Aren't you nice. I thought I'd be given an earful.

Time's ticking. Stop beating around the bush.

Let's get down to business.

What happened back then was our fault.

We made a mistake.

Let us know how we can make it up to you.

If you want revenge, come at me.

Meng Yan Chen is innocent.

You've never met him. He's a good boy.

But your friends twisted the fact and slandered him by calling him a rapist.

I'm sure you understand how we feel as parents.

Of course I do.

Mrs. Meng.

When you set Song Yan up,

ever thought about how his family would feel?

Whatever it is you felt these few hours, we've been going through it for years.

This is only a slap on your face after you've stabbed me for ten times.

Yet you call this revenge?

My parents and Song Yan are too kind.

They didn't even reveal your true colours to Meng Yan Chen and Xu Qin.

They may have let you off,

but I can't live with this.

What is it you want?

I'll do anything.

My dad kneeled to you.

Mrs. Meng.

If you'd like to apologise,

get on your knees too.

I may be young, and that might shorten my life,

but since I'm representing my brother and my family,

I can take ten of that.

No.

Don't do it.

- I'll do it. - Meng.

Let me do it. It's nothing.

You... Meng!

That was my doing.

I'll kneel.

Enough.

Xu Qin is my sister-in-law.

You're her parents.

If I let you kneel before me, how do I face her?

Madam Fu.

It's only right to take responsibility for your own mistake.

When you do, your son doesn't have to pay your debt.

[Alarm Hall]

Let's go together.

Hi. How may I help?

I want to turn myself in.

Madam Fu, calm down.

- Why don't you just die? - Easy.

You might as well kill yourself.

Do you want to see me dead?

I've always thought you're a sensible and obedient son.

Little did I know you'd make this mess to twist my arm.

You're good, aren't you?

I'm sorry, Mum.

But you've made a mistake.

Someone has to take responsibility.

I'm your son.

Since you refuse to take responsibility,

I'll take it.

Great.

My own son

left me no choice.

I'm not pushing you.

I feel miserable.

Not knowing what to do.

All of you

think I'm heinous.

You want to make a break with me

and fall out with the family.

Fine.

As you wish.

You're free.

Guys, come over here.

Come.

Let me update you guys.

We've obtained a convincing evidence.

The witness' video clearly shows that nothing happened.

It was plotted by Ye Zi.

This can't be.

You promised to publish an apology on the newspaper if you've wronged him.

We were used. This is unacceptable.

Exactly. How could Ye Zi do this?

You should feel guilty.

For inciting cyberbully based on a one-sided story.

Be more alert next time.

Alright. That's it. You may leave.

Move it, all of you.

- Thank you. - Go and attend classes.

Yeah. Ye Zi has gone too far.

Our entire night was wasted.

Yan Chen, are you hungry?

Want to grab some skewers at Hong's place?

Okay.

If you're tired, we can order a takeaway.

Anything is fine.

Qin Qin.

I have something to deal with.

You should go home first.

Yan Chen, you have to take responsibility for your actions.

I know.

I'm fine now.

Don't worry.

Excuse me.

I'd like to meet Ye Zi.

She's under criminal detention. Only a lawyer can meet her.

If I don't wish to sue her for the criminal conduct

but apply for settlement,

can I visit her as a friend?

[Fuming Police Station]

How is Yan Chen doing?

He's fine.

Let me take a look.

What's the matter? Why are you crying?

Crybaby.

Alright. Let's go.

What are you doing here?

To show compassion towards a girl going astray?

If it's money you want,

you could've just told me.

This isn't necessary.

And you think

by giving me some worthless cash, you will earn my gratitude?

You know

that's not what I mean.

Then what do you mean?

People like me only care about money, right?

Because we're poor.

That makes us so lowly that even having a crush is a sin.

You weren't interested in me.

So why keep messing with me?

You think the job at the pub isn't for me.

So you got me another job.

It was you who asked me to join you for a concert.

You were even worried that I'd be led astray.

It was you, wasn't it? Mr. Meng.

I just didn't want you to go down the wrong path.

You didn't want me to go down the wrong path?

Do I even need such generosity?

What, are you a messiah?

I...

hoped you'd have a better life.

What?

You couldn't bear to see me suffer?

My world was dark and dull.

One day, a ray of light shines through it and brightens my heart.

Is it wrong to try to approach it?

What am I to you?

A program deletable at anytime?

An annoying moth?

I won't sue you.

You're returning good for evil?

Sometimes I hope that you're a complete scumbag.

It's better than the man you are now.

Meng Yan Chen! Who gives you the right?

Meng Yan Chen!

How could you?

[Emergency]

[Deputy Dean's Office]

Let me tell you something.

I heard that Mr. Liu has been taken away for serious violation of law.

Is that true? What did he do?

Beats me.

I don't like him anyway.

Officer Huang.

Mr. Guo our higher-ups in the law department and the station have reviewed the case.

Fu Wen Ying turned herself in

and is too severely ill to cause harms to the society,

so she's allowed to be released on bail.

We've informed her. And she's signed the document.

While on bail, she's not allowed to leave the area.

Let us know if there's a problem.

I will. Thank you.

Thanks.

Thank you, doctor.

- Come again when you need me. - Alright.

Song Yan's sister

sure is good.

Come on.

Don't overthink it.

She might've helped Yan Chen,

but that doesn't mean I'll approve of Song Yan.

Never.

But in my opinion,

Qin Qin isn't going to give him up.

Meng.

After everything that's happened between our families,

do you think we can become one family?

Do you think

I didn't know what you've done?

That's not true.

I didn't interfere, I kept myself aloof,

I even turned a blind eye.

That's because

I might benefit from it.

You were the bad guy,

while I earned the reputation.

That's wrong.

This isn't only your fault.

So,

don't refrain yourself from moving on.

Alright?

You heard me the other night?

I guess you aren't coming home anymore.

Dad and Mum were at fault,

but they don't deserve to be hurt in this way.

Ever thought about this?

If there weren't a witness, your life would be ruined.

Why did you do this?

At that time,

I didn't feel like doing anything.

Dad and Mum might have let you down,

but no one is perfect.

If you want them to make no mistake at all, that'd be too harsh.

And you can convince yourself with those words?

Qin Qin.

Don't you hate us?

I don't have the right to.

I only feel bad for Song Yan.

I finally understand.

The reason why

you still choose him after all these years.

He's firm.

And he never thinks about giving you up.

Despite the hardships,

you and him

will always end up together.

Yan Chen.

Live for yourself.

Alright?

Today's class was really interesting.

Such audacity to show up here.

Don't.

Why should I keep quiet?

[School Withdrawal Form] We posted online to seek justice for her.

We thought of her as a friend, but she took advantage of us.

Come on. Let's grab a bite.

Miao Miao, let's go.

You go ahead.

I pity you.

Your effort to grow the account have gone wasted.

I'm sorry.

Thanks to your useless partner.

I'm sorry, Zhai Miao.

I promised to do the review together.

Yet you lost the account because of me.

What's your plan in the future?

I wonder if I still have a future.

Don't look down on yourself.

Will you blame me?

I'm glad you stepped forward.

Otherwise,

I might not get a chance to start over again.

I swear I treated you as my friend.

Good bye.

Qin Qin.

Dad.

Your mum's going home to recuperate in a few days.

Will you spare some time for her?

Qin Qin.

You may not believe me,

but if you were in trouble,

she'd go all out for you too.

I admit that we're not good parents.

We put our interest before our children's feelings.

But I must let you know this.

In my and your mum's heart,

you and Yan Chen are the same.

It hurts Mum to see Meng Yan Chen in pain.

But if I were in pain, will she care?

If she does, will it be the same amount of care she showed him?

She asked me how could I hurt my parents for a man.

But when she destroyed the person I love the most,

has she ever thought that that's equal to hurting me?

If she knew I'd be in pain,

will that break her heart?

Dad,

regarding what happened to Song Yan, I just can't let it go.

Qin Qin, we're family.

We stick together throughout life.

Of course, problems will arise throughout our lives.

How can you make a break with us so easily?

We have an issue. So let's talk and resolve it.

How?

Can you give him back his university life or his future?

Dad, has it ever come to your mind that given how proud Song Yan is,

he always revolts against anyone who's mistreated him.

But he never planned to spill this story.

Even though we have competitors, he kept his mouth shut.

He let you off.

What else do you want from him?

Call you Dad and Mum for my sake?

Or have a meal with you for my sake?

Not all problems

can be resolved after one or two meals together.

Dad, I've had enough. I'm tired of this and crying.

Alright. Let's stop here.

We'll leave the past behind.

There's a long way ahead of us. Take it slowly.

But as I've mentioned,

family always works things out.

Thanks for your patronage.

Let me drop you off at the hospital.

It's at a walking distance.

Not to mention the terrible traffic.

Remember to let me know when the wedding date is set.

Qin Qin.

Excuse me.

She left the hospital at noon.

Okay.

[You made the city a memorable place.]

Yan.

Check closely. He can no longer see as clearly.

Alright.

People are like houses.

As time passes, they turn old and problematic and get complained.

Get over yourself.

When did I complain about you?

There are four holes. Fix them all.

Or our house will become a sea view house.

The view here is as nice as a sea view house.

Isn't that right, Xu Qin?

Yes.

Unfortunately, it'll be demolished.

I'm actually reluctant to leave after living here for years.

- Why are you up here? - To help.

Take a break.

Yan.

Your house. How's the preparation going?

Uncle.

It's almost done. Soon.

Good.

Zhai, give me a hand here.

Coming.

I'll do the laundry.

Just rest. I'll do it.

Li Meng.

Here you go.

What is that?

Water it once a week.

- Slow down. - Hold on tight, Dr. Xu.

Am I heavy?

Put me down.

Dad, what brings you here?

I...

Mum, why aren't they home yet?

Relax. They'll come home for dinner as promised.

- You're back. - Yan, Qin.

Uncle, Aunt, Zhai Miao. This is my father.

How do you do?

I came uninvited. Sorry for disturbing.

It's okay. You're too polite.

Thank you.

Have a seat, Mr. Meng.

We've prepared a meal.

If you're up for it, let's have a meal together.

Sure.

I'll help myself then.