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♪I want to just lean on your shoulder like this♪

♪Through the curtains♪

♪Quietly admiring the arc light in the filter♪

♪Just like our life♪

♪We need to know how to adjust colors and lighting♪

♪I want to hold your hands♪

♪And stand by your side♪

♪See through the lies in the world♪

♪Tear down the walls obstructing our thoughts♪

♪Just like our souls♪

♪We need to know how to stay refreshed♪

♪The streets are crowded♪

♪Time rushes by♪

♪Shadows dance in the streetlamp's cold light♪

♪The story has just begun♪

♪Our simple days are ahead♪

=Simple Days=

=Episode 26=

I arranged for the meeting between Moli and Zhou Yu.

I did it intentionally.

Because I knew

Moli has harbored the dream of becoming an artist.

I knew that she has been good at painting.

I think I've always

felt guilty about hurting her

and I've been looking

to make amends.

That's why I pulled the strings.

I think

with Moli's talent

and Zhou Yu's resources,

Moli will achieve something great.

When I heard

she was going to have an art exhibition,

I was so thrilled.

I didn't expect

introducing Zhou Yu to Moli

almost got her into trouble.

I lacked

the professional insight of a lawyer.

But fortunately, you were there.

You found the problem in time

and gathered evidence.

You put this to an end in time

and avoided serious trouble.

I'm responsible for what has happened

to Moli.

I'm sorry.

I see.

You meant well.

I don't blame you.

I think Moli won't blame you either.

Jincao,

what you did proved

Moli had made the right choice.

No matter what,

you'll always put her safety first

and protect her.

That's quite rare.

I will delete both of your phone numbers

once everything is settled

and disappear from your life.

You are everything she needs.

I see.

I have to go now.

Jincao,

Moli is a good woman.

You deserve to be together.

I hope you two never part.

Thank you.

I have made it clear in court.

This house is mine.

The house in Shanghai is also mine.

I know you too well.

You don't have a place

to stay once you leave.

Therefore,

you can live here

after the divorce.

I'll take the big room.

You'll take the small room.

Then I'll take the small room.

You can have the big one.

No need.

You are always

trying to act tough.

I'll move out

if you insist on it.

I'll rent a place.

You can live here.

Here are

all our savings.

I've withdrawn them all.

I cashed out everything

from these two accounts.

It's 73,651 yuan in total.

Seventy thousand yuan for you.

Three thousand yuan for me.

We are getting a divorce.

We must settle the accounts.

I don't want it.

You're trying to act tough again.

You're retired from kindergarten,

with a pension of 1,000 yuan or so every month.

How are you going to live?

Take these 70,000 yuan

in case of any emergency.

You wouldn't have to ask your son for help.

How are you going to make it

with only 3,000 yuan?

Don't worry about me.

I was the head of the publicity dept. of a machinery factory.

I get a pension

of almost 4,000 yuan.

Can you compare with me?

Just take it.

Hurry up.

The accounts are settled.

There are a few things I'd like to say.

Zhang Shanya.

We've lived together for 36 years.

You know what's on my mind.

And I know

what's on your mind,

why you're divorcing me,

and why you're back.

I know everything.

I-I don't know what you're saying.

I stand by what I said.

As long as

I'm alive,

I have the final say.

As for your little schemes...

Forget it.

Are you done?

Kind of.

Zhang Shanya...

If you have nothing else to say,

I need to pack up.

Jincao will be here soon.

I'm sorry.

Sorry...

Dali.

Dali, what happened?

Wake up.

Dali.

(Operation Room, In surgery)

(Operation Room, In surgery)

Sorry, we've done our best.

Your father passed away

at 10:52 PM.

Condolences.

Mom.

No way.

No way.

No way.

(Honey)

You finally called me.

Where are you?

My dad passed away.

Please bring Ke here.

Grandma.

Why did you put Grandpa's photo here?

Your grandpa

has gone on a long trip.

Where did he go?

Somewhere far away.

What do I do if I miss him?

Ke.

You didn't sleep all night.

You should get some sleep.

I want Grandma to watch me as I sleep.

Ke, be good.

Grandma is not feeling well.

Come with me.

(Overseas Education Training)

Liuliu, I haven't managed

to solve my problems all these years.

But I don't think

that happiness

necessarily requires a marriage.

I know you have opinions about me.

But you must let me explain it.

It's okay. Take your time.

But I hope

this is the last time.

I remember I told you

how I became the way I am now.

I'm an only child.

My parents have always had high hopes for me.

They invested everything in me.

But I grew up

and felt that their love for me

was rather controlling,

demanding, and oppressive.

It suffocated me.

I know I shouldn't speak ill of them.

But I'm trying to tell you

that my family background

makes me scared.

Once I start a family

and have children,

I might force my kids

to follow the path

I laid out for them

and force them to do things they hate

in the name of love.

It's terrifying.

I'm not sure.

I've asked myself

whether I'd be able

to provide for my family and protect them

from harm.

I'm not sure about that either.

If I can't make my family happy,

why should I get married

or bring a new life

to this world?

That makes sense.

So why are you contemplating?

Because I met you.

I feel so insignificant

and so selfish.

I like you so much.

But I'm afraid of taking responsibility.

I dare not express myself.

I remained indecisive

even after you got pregnant.

And you?

You are so brave.

Qianniu told me

you'll give birth to the child

even if this child has no father.

And this newborn

is partly mine.

Also,

there is a woman who is willing to

give her all for me.

How can I not care?

How can I remain indifferent?

So I came here to tell you

I want to be the father of this child.

I want to be your husband.

♪My understanding of life♪

♪Across several streets of affection♪

♪From two people talking about everything♪

♪To being alone in the crowd♪

Liuliu, marry me.

My condolences.

Thank you.

Thank you.

Condolences.

Excuse me.

You must be his son who works in Shanghai.

Yeah, it's me.

I sell breakfast on the street.

I remember you.

Your dad gets breakfast from me every day.

I came over as soon as I got the news.

Your dad had a bit of a temper.

He argued with me

many times over a few cents.

(My daughter)

(had severe Kawasaki disease.)

(I started fundraising)

(as someone suggested.)

(Your dad was the first one)

(who brought me money.)

(And he gave me 3,000 yuan.)

(It's more than enough)

(for breakfast in a whole year.)

I said it was too much.

But he insisted on giving it to me.

Thank you.

Sister-in-law.

Director Liu, what brings you here?

Mr. Zhu passed away.

Why didn't you tell us?

You are quite busy.

Don't talk like a stranger.

Chief Zhu is an esteemed senior.

We have to come

no matter how busy we are.

Thank you.

♪Like a continuous shot♪

♪Like a camera that's always on, never shutting off♪

♪Scene by scene, these memories♪

You are Jincao, right?

You've grown up so much.

Jincao, you're what makes your dad

proud of himself.

He always praised you,

saying that you are independent

and work on your own

in Shanghai without him worrying.

You even bought an apartment.

All of us have lost

(much of our laughter ever since your dad retired.)

You have no idea.

Your dad was always the lead drummer

for the annual performance.

Without him,

the performance lost its vigor.

♪Like a continuous shot♪

♪Like a camera that's always on, never shutting off♪

(Also,)

(your dad would stay up all night)

(writing Spring Festival couplets before the Lunar New Year.)

After all these years,

the couplets he wrote

have reached every village and town in our county.

What a pity.

We won't hear the drum

or see the couplets anymore.

Condolences.

Sister-in-law, my condolences.

Thank you.

Let them be.

Your dad made those.

He made three bowls of them.

He broke one bowl.

These are the only two bowls left.

It was the first time your dad cooked for us.

Let's keep them.

Ke's Grandma.

I made some porridge.

Have some.

Mom.

You haven't eaten for two days.

You'll fall sick if you go on like this.

Ke is not coming out of the bedroom.

She says she won't eat until you eat.

I don't have the appetite.

Our family has undergone

some changes over the years.

You got married in Shanghai

and gave birth to Ke.

Your dad told me

to retire early

and look after Ke in Shanghai.

Babysitters cost a lot there.

And they don't take great care of the kids.

So, I went to Shanghai.

I did my best to take care of Ke

and your family.

Right, let me show you.

I found it some days ago

when I was packing.

His medical exam report.

His blood pressure and blood lipids

have been getting higher over these three years.

The medical advice says

that he needs regular check-ups and treatment.

But no one reminded him.

Nor did anyone care about him.

Whenever I called,

he said, "I'm fine.

Don't worry."

I didn't expect it to be so sudden.

The divorce was the fuse.

We didn't tell you

when we were getting divorced.

First, we're not so young anymore.

Getting a divorce at this age

might be embarrassing for both of you.

Secondly,

I thought

I couldn't leave this household.

That's what I have decided.

I've spent my whole life with him.

Where could I go?

We came out of the court that day.

He took out all his savings,

73,000 yuan.

He kept

only 3,000 yuan for himself.

I had no other choice.

I think your conflicts

all started

because of that small apartment.

You were talking about selling it

to get a bigger one.

I called your dad over from our hometown.

It has been chaotic

since then.

Not a single day passed in peace.

I am the one to blame.

So I wondered what to do.

The only solution was

to switch to a bigger house.

But your dad was against it.

And your parents wouldn't budge on it.

So I thought

maybe I should get a divorce.

Only by getting a divorce

can I get half of that apartment in Shanghai.

You don't have enough for the down payment.

I was thinking

if your parents could help you out

with the down payment,

you could get a bigger apartment.

Your family of three

could live your life happily.

Let's eat.

I have no appetite.

Zhu Dali

had a bad temper,

but he was not a bad person.

Look how well he treated Ke.

He was just proud.

It's too late now.

It's my fault.

He was proud.

I could be less aggressive.

It's all for the kids.

Why would I be against him?

Who knows

he'd have a cerebral hemorrhage?

It hasn't been easy for Jincao.

He got divorced and lost his job.

And now his father passed away.

I'm worried he can't handle it.

Gu,

am I too harsh on Jincao?

Yeah, me too.

No matter what has happened

over the years,

he's been genuinely in love with Moli.

I can see this.

Yulan, let's agree on this.

Let's stop meddling

in the kids' affairs from now on.

Let them live their lives.

Alright?

Grandma,

is Grandpa really not coming back?

But,

what should we do about these unfinished boats?

Grandma will finish them for you.

Do you know how to do it?

No.

But I can learn.

But can you do it as well as Grandpa?

I will try my best.

I guess

you can't do it as well as Grandpa.

That's right.

I can't do it as well as Grandpa.

So, let's keep these boats

well-preserved

as keepsakes.

Grandma,

where did Grandpa go?

Come here, Ke.

Listen to me.

Grandpa has gone to heaven.

If you see the brightest star

blinking at you at night,

it's Grandpa saying hello to you.

♪Twinkle, twinkle, little star♪

♪How I wonder what you are♪

♪Up above the world so high♪

♪Like a diamond in the sky♪

♪Twinkle, twinkle, little star♪

♪How I wonder what you are♪

Every word that my mother

said today

was like a knife stabbing my heart.

I never knew

that she did it all for me.

I've been ungrateful.

Apart from causing them trouble and pain,

I've never

done anything wholeheartedly for them.

My life shouldn't be like this.

I've put up with so many things

and compromised so much

just to enjoy our simple days.

Why is it so hard?

Jincao.

Don't be harsh on yourself.

I'm the one who should feel guilty.

I used to be willful

and spoiled.

You spoiled me.

If I could be more tolerant

and more patient,

our families wouldn't have so many misunderstandings.

Our parents

dedicated everything they had

to our family.

It would be their deepest regret

if we were not happy.

Jincao.

Let's remarry.

You calm down and think it over.

I'm very calm.

I don't want to have any regrets.

Since we love each other,

we should never part.

Moli.

This is the Premises Permit of your apartment.

First things first.

Sell the apartment

and get a new house.

(Premises Permit) Take it.

And take the money of 70,000 yuan.

No, I can't take the money.

You have to pay off a loan

once you get a new place.

It's not much.

Spend it wisely.

No, we can't take it.

Moli.

Take it.

Take it.

Grandma, come back to Shanghai with me.

Ke, be good.

Grandma can't go back with you yet.

I will visit you

after a while, okay?

Come, let me kiss you.

Mom, I'm worried about leaving you

here alone.

Come with us.

I can't go.

If I leave,

your dad won't be able to find his way home.

Besides, he passed away too suddenly.

I had to explain to

our relatives and friends.

I'll be fine.

Don't worry, son.

Hurry up.

It's quite a long ride.

Drive safe.

Get going.

(A few months later)

We need to hurry.

Liuliu is waiting at the civil affairs office.

We must be there.

Forget it.

Nothing matters more than making you a painter.

(Marriage Registration Office)

Open your mouth.

I want some milk.

Here it is.

Here, slowly.

What kind of bestie is she?

It's the most important day for you.

You didn't

invite anyone but her.

And she stood you up.

What kind of cousin is he?

Didn't you invite just him?

And?

He promised to come,

but he wasn't texting back.

You can't count on him.

They're just the same.

Yeah, exactly.

Watch how I deal with Gu Moli later.

I will ask Zhu Jincao

for compensation.

Ask for money.

Absolutely.

Wipe your mouth.

Civil registration number 23,

please come to window No. 3.

Here.

Honey, please proceed.

Honey, please.

Let's go.

Be careful.

Wait.

What's wrong?

I'm about to give birth.

Marriage registration.

Hurry up, please.

My wife is about to give birth.

Maybe you should go to the hospital first

and come another day.

No way.

She was single

when she got pregnant.

But she wants to be married to give birth.

(Marriage Certificate)

Mi Na.

Sit down.

- Okay. - Take a seat.

Thank you, Mi Na.

I have no idea

how you persuaded your boss

to display my paintings.

You even sold two of them!

You're just lucky.

Your husband dotes on you.

And you have a benefactor.

Who is that?

Na.

Na is our benefactor.

How can you make

such a comeback without her?

Right.

Thank you, Na.

Two paintings.

A total of 31,000 yuan.

Minus 6,200 yuan in commission,

you have 24,800 yuan left.

Alright.

Count it.

No need.

Honey.

I believe this is just the good beginning.

We will get on the right track.

Let's talk about our contract now.

- Alright. - Alright.

Your place is really far away.

It's such a long drive after we get off the highway.

I feel I'm falling apart.

It's so hot.

Here.

- Have some water. - Thank you.

It is quite far.

Why did you come

all the way here?

Shanya.

Some misfortunes

have occurred in the past few months.

Life is unpredictable.

So,

this is what I think.

Alright, stop.

Let me say it.

Zhang Shanya.

What's wrong with you?

What about me?

Didn't you say you'd do anything

for the happiness

of our kids and Ke?

How can they be happy

with you like this?

You're living alone here

while they're in Shanghai.

They're worried about you

all day long.

Can they be happy?

Let me tell you.

You can't be selfish.

You know.

Hurry and pack up.

Come back to Shanghai with us.

Wu, I really can't go.

Come on.

How come you never listen to advice?

I've called you several times.

Right? You wouldn't listen.

Now that we're here,

you still won't listen.

Listen to me.

I'm not worried about your son.

I'm worried because

it concerns my daughter

and my granddaughter.

I know.

I totally get it.

But we have a rule here.

I can't leave home

for these three years once he's gone.

I have to stay by his side.

You can't have a life once he's gone?

Do you have to be so stubborn?

Do you, Zhang Shanya?

Yulan, sit down. Let's talk.

Zhang Shanya.

We've come here

to inform you of something.

Jincao and Moli have bought a new house.

I lent them the money for the down payment.

Zhu Jincao and Gu Moli have written me an IOU.

They will repay me.

That is to say,

you get to keep

that 57.2-square-meter small apartment.

You can't just leave it there, right?

You'll have to live there.

Also,

the two of us rented a bigger apartment

in your neighborhood.

It has two bedrooms.

Here's what I'm thinking.

We can live together

to look after each other.

You're a great cook.

You make great buns,

dumplings, and noodles.

And

Gu is also a great chef.

He makes Ningbo cuisine.

Have a taste of his dishes.

We can have variety.

I've made myself clear.

It's up to you whether you're coming.

Shanya.

Come back to Shanghai with us.

You have

your son,

your daughter-in-law,

your granddaughter,

and us there.

We are all family.

We all miss you.

Thank you.

Thank you.

We are a family.

So,

a family

should live together, right?

Isn't that right?

Listen to me.

Pack your things.

Let's go back to Shanghai.

Wu, let me think about it.

I may go back

on my own later, okay?

No way.

Let's do it today.

Listen to me.

Gu.

In-law.

Excuse me.

Let's take you back to Shanghai.

Listen to me.

♪The reason for growth♪

♪Cannot be easily guessed by anyone♪

Grandma.

Ke.

Grandma.

I've missed you!

Finally home.

Hello, Grandpa, Grandma.

Mom, the food will be ready soon.

Why did you

bring Grandma here?

Dad, let me.

So many dishes!

Dad.

Thank you.

Another dish?

Mom.

She's calling you.

Mom.

This is my first time making a stew.

I'm not sure if it tastes good.

Please try it.

Okay, I'll try it.

♪It's just not♪

♪What I pictured♪

It's nice.

It's perfect.

The whole family is here.

For the reunion.

Cheers.

- Come on, cheers! - Cheers!

Ke.

Come on, drink with Grandma. Alright.

Cheers.

Perhaps that's life.

We gain and lose something at the same time.

But no matter what happens,

we ordinary people

must move forward

with firm steps every day.

Our good days

will come sooner or later.

♪The window is already filled with♪

(The End)

♪The reason for growth♪

♪Cannot be easily guessed by anyone♪

♪We always wish time could rewind♪

♪With no setbacks♪

♪What I got at first♪

♪Can always be held in my hand♪

♪Sweet moments♪

♪Can never pass♪

♪At the end of happiness♪

♪There's always someone reaching out first♪

♪Always wanting to achieve success first♪

♪Before salvaging the relationship♪

♪Behind the harsh criticism♪

♪Is another kind of gentleness♪

♪It's just not♪

♪What I pictured♪

♪No need to use letting go♪

♪As proof of this love♪

♪Give you enough freedom♪

♪To satisfy your needs♪

♪No need to use worries♪

♪To express inner thoughts♪

♪The tender courage♪

♪Soothes wounds laced with salt♪

♪No need to shout loudly♪

♪As an excuse for deep love♪

♪Genuine feelings♪

♪Come from each other's gentleness♪

♪No need to use tears♪

♪To end the guilt of this moment♪

♪The window is already filled with♪

♪My reluctance to see you leave♪