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[Pegasus]

[Episode 10]

These are Lin Zhendong's

lap times today.

We've all seen his performance.

Any thoughts?

What's going on?

What took him so long to start?

People do have different fates written out for them.

He gets to be trained as a racer right after joining,

but I only get to be a co-driver.

It's not about fate.

It's about talent.

Oh, and you're so sure he's got the talent?

I've checked.

Lin Zhendong

did win

the championship

in a children's go-kart competition

when he was six.

And his result

was even better

than Zhang Chi's

at the same age.

So there's no doubt

that he has the talent.

CCRC is similar to karting

in a lot of ways.

Since you have experience in karting,

I don't think you'll have trouble adapting.

We can take it slow at first.

Let's go.

The start is pretty good.

His cornering

is even worse than mine.

Everything's hard in the beginning.

Be patient.

Anyway, I think

aside from

his going off track,

we can tell

from other stuff

like his cornering and lines

that he has experience in karting.

Well,

here's what I think.

I've watched

all of his recent

practice videos.

As far as I'm concerned,

although he showed

a lack of skill in the last race,

he's demonstrated

a strong ability to self-correct.

Okay.

You took the first corner pretty well.

For the second corner, try to speed up.

Go.

Yes.

Good.

Not bad.

I think he's got potential.

Xiaohe is right.

Right?

You guys,

you can stop the flattering. He's not even here.

If you ask me,

There's nothing to evaluate.

Why send him to the Rookie Competition?

Send me instead!

What are you kicking me for?

How about I put in my two cents?

Meeting adjourned.

Okay.

Xiaohe, come to my office.

Here's the situation, Ye.

After a coach from the UK

watched Lin's videos, he said

that if he wanted to compete, he needed at least...

three years of training.

Three years?

He might as well say 30 years.

What did the Japanese coach say then?

The Japanese coach said

getting him prepped would take at least...

two years.

That makes no difference.

We don't even have three months,

let alone two or three years.

Let's be realistic here.

Nobody can compete in the CCRC

after training

for just three months.

Who said no one could?

Zhang Chi can do it.

Can't believe you're bringing this up.

Didn't you promise

to be on my side?

So even you are going against me now?

Ye!

Ye!

Ye!

I need to talk to you about something.

I've finished the modification plan.

I need you to finalize it

so I can place orders.

Could you guys just give me a break for ten minutes?

Just ten minutes, alright?

And then

you can all talk to me one by one.

You, out.

You too.

And you, out too.

Leaving now.

My head hurts.

Ye.

I said ten minutes!

Get out.

I don't want to see anyone.

Hello?

Ye.

Just come in and talk.

What is it?

I think

we need to change our approach.

Zhang Chi knows best about his own car,

and it is a fact that he managed to progress

from Rookie Competitions to regular races in just six months.

Could we ask him to coach me?

No.

With his leg like that,

he's in no condition to sit in a race car.

But he invited me to join the team

before the hearing.

I will

talk to Ye later

and ask him to sign you.

I think he might be willing to coach me.

Maybe he will turn me down,

but the least I can do is ask him.

In that case,

we may have a shot.

I'll go talk to him first.

You guys go later.

Let's see if we can talk him into it.

Enjoying the sun?

You scared me.

Why are you here?

To visit you.

To visit me?

Why did you come to see me today?

What's the matter?

Didn't you have some kind of eye injury?

You should avoid direct sunlight.

It's bad for your eyes.

My eyes recovered a long time ago.

Let me move you somewhere else.

How about here?

Ye,

just tell me

what you're here for.

You can't be comfortable with the backrest like this.

Let me adjust it for you.

I just did.

Just tell me what you want.

Can't I visit you without wanting something?

A nurse just told me

she thought you were really handsome.

Then why are you just visiting now?

Just tell me what you want.

Zhang Chi,

Lin Zhendong is back,

as a racer.

I think he's got the gift.

He just needs a good coach.

We need to keep the team going.

What do you say?

There's no chance

I'll ever drive again.

How can I coach?

What do you mean...?

What does the "Fei" in "Fei Chi" mean? [*Speeding Racing Team's Chinese name]

It means "fading into ashes".

Stop kidding around.

It means "flying".

What about the "Chi"?

It stands for you, Zhang Chi.

Lin Zhendong worships you.

I said to him

that I'd get him another coach.

But he said no.

He said it had to be you

or someone even better.

But where am I gonna find someone better than you?

Zhang Chi,

come back.

It would be a shame if you didn't come back.

Stop, Ye.

I need to go for a checkup now.

[Incoming call from Ye]

Hi,

Ye.

I just talked to Zhang Chi.

It seems hopeful.

He's gone for a checkup now.

Try driving him straight to the training track.

Okay.

Don't help me.

- I can manage. - It's alright.

Well, thanks. I appreciate your help.

[Health Management Center] I need to go now.

Wait.

I helped you with wound dressing.

In return, you should help me train.

You can't force me.

Train on your own.

Come on. Let's go.

Wait.

You're...

Slow down. I have an injured leg.

You can't just

kidnap me like this.

Just get in.

Give me the crutch.

Be careful.

This doesn't mean I'm your coach.

It's a trial run at best.

I'm just doing Ye a favor,

helping him see if you're the right choice.

Go.

Find the right entry angle.

Find the right entry angle!

Aim for the apex clipping point! Brake!

I'm not fooling around with you here

with my leg like this.

How could you

take those corners like that?

Is this

how a professional racer drives?

Shouldn't you aim for the limit?

What were you doing? Practicing safe driving?

Let's do another lap.

I'll try to do better.

Practice by yourself.

I'm hungry.

I'm going to eat.

Meal time.

Tell Ye

to leave me alone!

Weiyi,

I'm coming over now.

Excuse me.

Do you need...?

Officer Shen?

Lin Zhendong?

What are you doing?

I'm...

trying to pull out.

Don't you have a racing license?

You still don't know how to pull out?

I just got yelled at

during training.

I'm still quite stressed out.

Well,

just do as I say.

Keep turning the steering wheel.

Go forward.

Keep going forward.

Good. Keep going.

Okay, stop.

Reverse.

Turn the steering wheel and reverse.

Keep going.

I can pull out now.

Thank you, Officer Shen.

In your case,

I suggest you find a driving instructor

to help you practice for at least 30 hours

before driving alone,

got it?

Uh...

Where are you going?

Can I give you a lift?

I'm going to the club to see Weiyi.

Are you going that way?

Yes,

I'm going there too.

Get in.

Thank you, Officer Shen.

- No problem. - I'll go...

see them now.

Right.

I'll wait for Weiyi at the gate.

Oh, and...

Weiyi told me

that you'd be the team's No.1 racer in the next season.

Is there

enough time for you to catch up?

I don't know,

but I must try,

right?

Right.

Don't forget to practice

the parallel parking techniques

I told you about

on the way.

I promise.

Okay.

I'll say it even if you don't want to hear it.

Keep it down.

Everyone's still here.

Judging from his performance this morning,

it's impossible to prep him for the Rookie Competition

in the next few months.

I don't see even a glimmer of hope.

The Master Racing Team will so make fun of us.

What if we make the car better?

The car?

How much better can it be?

Zhang Chi won in it.

Of course,

that's Chi we're talking about.

How can he compare to Chi?

I say we quit.

Let's just pack our bags

and go back

to wherever we came from.

They're just kidding around.

Don't take it personally.

I did cause them trouble.

It's fine.

♪A worn-out piece of rag♪

Are you aware of the serious consequences

[Counseling Report]

[Suspected predisposition to dual personality disorder]

of having mental illness?

If you disclose this

to the public,

your image will be shattered.

♪Is passion not enough♪

What else can I do?

Am I supposed just to let them

nullify our results?

We've taken so many detours

and put in so much effort.

Everything was hard-earned.

I can tell

that you love racing.

I enjoyed driving with you.

♪Can take away♪

♪Take all my dreams away♪

Zhang Chi,

you lose again.

Let's do another lap.

Alright.

Let's do another lap.

Practice by yourself.

I'm hungry.

I'm going to eat.

♪Through the dissipating fog♪

♪And the path of thorns♪

♪I'm breaking free from the shackles♪

♪No more♪

♪No more shackles♪

♪A worn-out piece of rag♪

You know why I like being a traffic police officer?

I just enjoy seeing smooth traffic flow on the highways.

I find them very relaxing.

That's it?

It's all about these smallest pleasures.

As long as your inner flame keeps burning,

you'll get where you need to be in no time.

Maybe I shouldn't have come back.

Be who you want to be.

Don't pretend

to be someone you're not.

I want to be a racer.

So there's nothing wrong

with you coming back

and training as a racer.

There's nothing wrong

with chasing your passion.

Giving up easily

would be wrong.

♪Don't let go, my friend♪

♪Chase the light ahead♪

♪Roar as you soar♪

♪No more bowing down and getting trapped♪

♪Through the dissipating fog♪

♪And the path of thorns♪

♪I'm breaking free from the shackles♪

♪No more♪

♪No more shackles♪

♪In the lonely desert race♪

♪I need you to navigate♪

♪We'll weather the storm together♪

♪We'll laugh and look ahead together♪

Didn't you

say he was good?

Did you lose on purpose?

Why would I do that?

Is it worth it to do this for those guys at Speeding Racing Team?

Or, was he the one putting on a show for me?

I can see how someone can feign weakness.

But

how can one

pretend to be good?

You've got a point.

But look at how he drives.

How could someone with such lousy skill

beat me?

Right.

I'm telling you.

He really wasn't like this

when he was competing against me.

Definitely not.

If he was, I...

Calm down.

Let's take our time

with this.

How about

we go and see what they've really got right now?

Who did you say

you want me to beg with you?

Zhang Chi.

You think if you beg him,

he'll agree?

I think he's the only one good enough for the job.

Well, if he says yes,

will you say yes?

Hi.

Is Mr. Ye here?

We're here to see him.

He's there.

Do us a favor.

Park the car for us.

The car is new.

I don't want it to be in some random spot and get scratched.

Just park the car there,

as close to the wall

as possible.

Park it yourself.

I can't.

We are in a hurry to see Mr. Ye.

We can't be late.

Isn't this Li Aoduo?

That's a large car.

Go ahead.

Use my exclusive parking spot.

No, no, no.

We can't

use your parking spot.

That spot is good enough.

Mr. Ye seems to think

the space is too small.

Just relax, Mr. Ye.

Have faith

in your racer.

He's a pro.

Parking should be a piece of cake.

That's not necessarily true.

Parallel parking is difficult.

Lin Zhendong probably hasn't even passed Subject 2 of the driving test.

You're putting him on the spot here.

They're trying to embarrass you.

This car is over 5 meters long.

How can you park it in such a narrow space?

Let me do it.

I know they're trying to embarrass me,

but I want to give it a try.

Is it too challenging for you?

It's fine. We'll park it.

Yeah.

It's alright. Leave it.

We'll park the car by ourselves.

Yeah.

I'll do it if you can't. Nothing to be ashamed of.

The vehicle is 5 meters long.

The distance between the tires and the barrels

is just a little over 5 meters.

If I try to steer away from the tires,

the car may end up

in an awkward position.

This cautious approach

has a low success rate.

If I take a more aggressive approach

and get close to the tires as I reverse,

I will probably hit the barrels

due to poor control.

Consider another approach.

If I prioritize adjusting to the distance between the car's rear end and the barrels

before going forward,

there may not be enough distance to brake to a full stop

without hitting the tires.

If Zhang Chi was here,

what would he do?

What are you doing?

Praying?

Yeah.

Praying for you guys.

Believe me,

you guys need it.

Zhang Chi,

didn't you quit racing?

Zhang Chi,

you're here.

I come back to get something.

Don't you have

an acute perception of absolute

and relative distances?

Just think of this

as a three-dimensional geometry problem.

11,

1.5,

and 3.

[1.5 turns]

[0 to 1.5 turns]

The car is parked.

Nice.

Guys,

we've got a patient here.

I'm sorry, but we don't have time to keep you entertained.

Come on, Zhang Chi.

Fine.

You drove the car here. Go move the car out.

You're the racer.

You go.

I'm just a co-driver.

You're just...?

Now you're being modest?

Go move it.

You go.

Take it!

Take it!

Is everyone here?

Yes.

Zhang Weiyi,

how many times have I told you?

Internal meetings

are not open to outsiders.

But Chi...

But what?

There's no outsider,

Xiaohe.

There's no outsider.

Is Zhang Chi a team member?

Get him out of here.

- Sit. - Xiaohe,

although he's no longer a team member,

he fought side by side with us.

Is it possible to...?

No.

I think it's good that Zhang Chi is here.

He has a lot of experience in racing competitions

while I have none.

I need him.

What do you need from him?

His experience in losing?

Or his experience in disbanding a team?

If that's what you need,

you're not qualified to be my racer,

not qualified to be on the Speeding Racing Team.

That's not what I mean.

What do you mean then?

I did a pretty good job

at parking the car, right?

So have you thought about it?

Thought about what?

Can't you just find someone else?

I know I still have a long way to go

if I want to compete in the Rookie Competition

in three months.

But I have compelling reasons to participate in the race.

I ask you to help me

because you're the only one who can.

Be honest with me.

After winning

the go-kart championship at the age of six,

how long has it been since you last drove a racing car?

Seventeen years.

You want me to help you

make up 17 years' worth of practice in three months?

I know it sounds insane.

But as you saw just now,

I learn quite fast.

If you're willing to coach me,

I believe I can do it.

You're overestimating either me or yourself?

I think it's you who's underestimating what we can achieve together.

We have zero history,

and you want me to help you

make up 17 years' worth of practice in three months.

Don't you have

any respect for CCRC's

Rookie Competition

and racing?

I hope you can give me a chance

to prove that I am right.

I'm very irritable.

I'm used to it.

You'll need to train nine hours a day.

Make it ten.

What if I think you're failing me?

You can leave anytime you want.

So that's it? You're leaving?

I'll call you tomorrow when I get up.

It's a date.

Are you busy?

Do you need something?

No.

I bought some snacks.

This fruit tastes great. Try it.

I'm on a diet.

Just tell me what you want.

Here's the thing.

Now everyone is on the team,

Lin Zhendong is making progress,

and we're also starting to look for sponsors.

All things are ready

except for the easterly wind.

And the easterly wind

is Zhang Chi?

I know you're not happy about it,

but you know we're a bit tight on budget right now.

If we were flush,

we'd hire coaches from abroad.

Who would want him?

He's so...,

right?

We wouldn't be counting on him.

Fine.

If you guys want him back so badly,

I won't stand in the way.

Go.

Ask him to come back.

Okay.

I will get to it right away.

Don't forget to eat some snacks.

Oh, you know, I won't be approving

the budget for tool purchase.

Lin,

I was just looking for you.

Put this on.

Starting tomorrow,

I will need to monitor your health condition in all respects.

Also, this is your training plan.

Take a look at it.

[Training Plan]

Since you're starting from scratch,

I've packed your schedule pretty tight.

Be prepared.

I don't think that's enough.

I told Zhang Chi

that we should train ten hours a day.

Ten hours?

The training is very intense.

Even Sun Yuqiang couldn't handle more than six hours a day back then.

I've got a lot to learn and time is ticking.

I need more training time.

You're tough on yourself.

Alright,

I like a racer like you.

By the way, where's your co-driver, Hong Kuo?

You should have him come too,

so he can meet the team.

I need to make a plan for him.

Is he also starting from scratch?

Hong Kuo?

Yeah.

Didn't you tell me...?

Wait, it was the crazy version of you who told me about him.

I must get things on track.

My co-driver has to be...

Hong Kuo.

He said that your co-driver had to be Hong Kuo

and that it was the only way

for you to dominate the CCRC.

He said that?

Yeah.

I will take care of it.

Yes.

Yes.

I'll be there by 7 AM, sir.

Mr. Lin?

Well...

no.

He hasn't...

He hasn't

contacted me in a while.

Okay.

I'll be there at 7 AM, sir.

I'll uh...

I'm in a poor reception area.

Why are you here?

Are you insane?

It's not even 1km away from the company.

My mom wouldn't come to a place like this.

It's not to the taste of a board chairman.

You're being overcautious.

I am here to...

Refresh my memory.

Back when we had just graduated,

why did you refuse

to be the Executive Vice President

when the chairman offered the position?

Did that happen?

After I graduated, she directly placed me in the R&D department

to work as an intern.

That's what my mom did.

Oh, right, right,

I totally forgot.

And hey,

what was the last name of that head honcho in the development department?

Both he and his No. 2 had the surname "Xiong" [*Bear],

and you nicknamed them "Big Bear" and "Little Bear".

What about that secretary...?

Alright, enough with the questions.

I am Lin Zhendong.

Can't you see I'm wearing glasses?

Oh, it's really you!

I'm here

because I need a favor.

I'm competing in the CCRC Rookie Competition

and I need your help.

What do you need me for?

[Dumpling Feast]

Get in.

Mr. Lin,

how about I drive instead?

No worries.

I got it.

I'm not used to this, though.

Well, you'll have to get used to it.

Come on, just let me drive.

Let's go.

We're about to turn left.

You need to merge first.

Go a bit slower.

There's a manhole cover ahead.

They're doing road repairs.

Yes,

turn right and that's my place.

Mr. Lin,

what favor do you need from me?

I want you to be my co-driver,

to do what you did just now.

I know

I can't offer you

the same salary as your current job.

And we may not win the championship.

And I know racing

is inherently dangerous.

Still, I want to invite you to go on this adventure with me.

♪Are you leaving?♪

Um...

Why did you stay?

I want to pursue racing.

♪That's what I used to be♪

Mr. Lin...

You don't need to call me Mr. Lin.

Just call me Zhendong.

We've known each other for so many years,

and I've always considered you a friend.

I don't want to put you in a difficult position.

If you make up your mind,

find me at the Speeding Racing Team.

Think about it.

I'm heading back now.

Good night.

♪I've crossed mountains and oceans♪

♪I've passed through crowds of people♪

You don't need to call me Mr. Lin.

Just call me Zhendong.

We've known each other for so many years,

and I've always considered you a friend.

Zhendong!

♪Until I realized the clue♪

♪Lay in the ordinary♪

Yes!

I'll resign tomorrow!

♪While you're still there wondering♪

♪What tomorrow will be like♪

♪A better or more agonizing day?♪

♪What chapter of life are you in?♪

Where did you get that wheelchair?

There are plenty in the nursing home.

Lin Zhendong!

Are you ready?

So, our mission today

is to knock down five water bottles in one go

with that iron rod in your hand.

When you accomplish that, you'll have taken a cornering perfectly.

Isn't that a bit too challenging?

Not at all.

Have you seen "Initial D"?

We'll train just like Takumi did

in that iconic scene where he made his name.

Is there a scene like that?

The five-bottle set

is designed by Chi to simulate Turn 15

of the Rookie Competition's Shangyuan circuit.

If he can knock the five bottles down in one go,

he'll have no problem with Turn 15.

You need to get to the turn-in point on the outer side of the track

to reach the maximum exit speed.

You can try braking

0.5 seconds later than usual later.

Got it?

I get it,

but I'm not sure if I can do it.

If you drive like this in the race, you'll end up falling off a cliff.

What did I just tell you?

Memorize it if you have to.

Memorize it!

Go again!

Again!

Again!

Again!

Again!

Zhendong,

step all the way on the gas!

Dad,

I broke the record again!

Dad,

if I train really, really hard,

will I be able

to compete against you on the racetrack one day?

Zhang Chi,

I did it!

- Well done! - Did you see that?

I did it!

Fantastic!

Remember this feeling.

Don't embarrass the Speeding Racing Team

when you're in the actual race.

Ji Xing.

Where's everybody?

Time to eat.

Go find Ye now

and give this to him.

Tell him the word

"courage".

Remember, "courage".

Ji Xing asked me to give this to you.

What's the code word?

He said to tell you the word "courage".

Give this

to Li Xiaohe

and tell her the word

"wisdom".

The code word?

Wisdom.

Go to the rooftop

and find Zhang Weiyi.

Tell her the word

"determination".

Determination.

Come on, let's find Chi.

Remember,

the final code word is

"freedom".

Handover completed!

What are the code words?

Courage,

wisdom,

determination,

and freedom.

This is

our team slogan

and team spirit.

Four items were handed to you just now.

The wrench

symbolizes skill.

The coin

symbolizes funding.

Leopard Peace

symbolizes safety.

As for the box you're carrying,

open it.

It's a brand new custom-made racing suit for you to wear in the Rookie Competition.

It's designed with the latest ergonomic technology.

This is for me?

Yeah.

Try it on.

The kid is lost in joy.

[Speeding Racing Team]

♪The echo lingers after so many years♪

Besides

all those things,

I'm also

giving this to you.

♪Flowing with hot blood♪

♪Chasing shadows left behind in the extreme speed♪

♪Fearlessness is the key to surpassing yourself♪

♪No matter how challenging♪

♪I'll embrace every trial♪

[Hong Kuo, B+ Lin Zhendong, AB+]

[Speeding Racing Team]

♪Seized the long-awaited opportunity♪

♪With dreams in heart, I forge ahead bravely♪

♪Break through the limits♪

POLO 2019, circuit edition,

2.0T,

400 horsepower and 550 Newton meters of torque.

It's nicknamed

"Little Cannon".

It has accompanied me in numerous races,

big and small,

including four CCRC competitions.

Now, it's yours.

From now on,

the two of you

will conquer the racetrack

and win championships together.

You've been training really well.

The Rookie Competition starts in ten days.

Keep up the good work.

Why are you still standing here?

Get in there and respond with action.

Yes.

♪The echo lingers after so many years♪

♪Hidden but never completely abandoned♪

♪Everything you gave♪

♪Still lingers in my heart♪

♪Flowing with hot blood♪

♪Chasing shadows left behind in the extreme speed♪

♪Fearlessness is the key to surpassing yourself♪

♪No matter how challenging♪

♪I'll embrace every trial♪

♪Releasing the dazzling light of dreams♪

♪When the helmet is shielding against the wind and the sand♪

♪I have the steering wheel in my hands, gripping and releasing♪

♪Awakening my cells, I'm ready to burst forth♪

♪Ready to set off♪

♪The engine sounds clearly like ignited sparks♪

♪This time, I'll decide where to go♪

♪Gather the energy under my feet♪

♪Who can tell me♪

♪When is the best time?♪

♪Don't want to stay in a corner after the transformation♪

♪Seeking the freedom against the wind, follow my rhythm♪

♪What can stop me?♪

♪No assumption, only ask for the result♪

♪I'll challenge myself in this battle♪

♪If I can leave the heartbeat behind♪

♪All thoughts are shading amidst the roar♪

♪Ingoring all vioices♪

♪Beyond the speed of sound, until I can completely forget myself♪

♪Heading towards the wildfire ahead♪

♪The wildfire that can ignite me♪

♪Giving commands with the courage♪

♪Dreams become my traces♪

♪Watch me drifting freely♪

♪Crashing into the next miracle♪

♪The others' doubts don't matter♪

♪Accelerating with high decibels♪

♪In my world, only moving forward and never stepping back♪

♪Nobody can determine where I should go♪

♪I want to go towards the finish line♪

♪Nobody can determine who I should become♪

♪Enjoying the headwind, even if the road has no end♪

♪No reason can let me stop♪

♪No assumption, only ask for the result♪

♪I'll challenge myself in this battle♪

♪If I can leave the heartbeat behind♪

♪All thoughts are shading amidst the roar♪

♪Ingoring all vioices♪

♪Beyond the speed of sound, until I can completely forget myself♪

♪Heading towards the wildfire ahead♪

♪Only ask for the result♪

♪Ask not of the cost♪

♪Or the means♪

♪Don't ask if the bend is scary♪

♪Only ask about the chips♪

♪Just ask about the way of my life♪

♪No assumption, only ask for the result♪

♪I'll challenge myself in this battle♪

♪If I can leave the heartbeat behind♪

♪All thoughts are shading amidst the roar♪

♪Ingoring all vioices♪

♪Beyond the speed of sound, until I can completely forget myself♪

♪Heading towards the wildfire ahead♪

♪The wildfire that can ignite me♪