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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 08=

Thankfully, the bones are fine.

Keep the wound dry.

Don't do any heavy work. Leave it to your husband.

No, no.

We're not a couple.

Be careful.

It's okay.

I got this.

I told you it was nothing.

We didn't have to come.

Still, you must be careful.

My wife sprained her ankle last year.

We thought it was no big deal,

but it was a ligament tear.

She was in bed for a month.

She's not like you.

If it were her,

she'd need at least three fancy meals

plus a month of pork rib soup to recover.

That's because she is well-cared for.

I always come to the hospital

on my own.

I'm used to it.

You know?

Once I fell asleep

during an IV infusion.

I woke up and saw blood in the tube.

So dangerous.

Where were the nurses?

It was crowded back then.

They didn't notice me.

It's understandable.

We've met several times,

but I still don't know your name.

I'm Gao Xiajing.

I'm Zhu Jincao.

Compared to money,

my husband values more

the spiritual connection

between the artist

and the gallery as well as the agent.

Therefore, I've prepared three sketches.

I'd like to hear your opinions.

Is this a test?

You could say that.

These three sketches represent landscapes, streets,

and buildings.

From a technical standpoint,

the first two should be Mr. Yan's early works.

This last one in progress

must have been painted a bit later.

These paintings feature a strong sense of layering,

with a great combination of color and intended blank.

Most importantly, they have a unique perspective.

You searched it online, huh?

It's just my opinion.

What about you?

Mr. Yan is a master.

I won't presume to comment on the technique here.

I'll just try to

analyze Mr. Yan's mood when he painted these.

There are no dates signed on them.

But I guess the first one

was painted when Mr. Yan first arrived in New York.

There's a sense of panic from leaving one's hometown.

So the brushwork is quite tense.

This second one

might have been painted

after some time in the city.

Mr. Yan still had some hope

about settling in.

As for this third piece...

Go ahead. It's fine.

It seems like

you were in agony while creating it.

I don't know if there was any pressure.

It doesn't look like an intended blank.

It's more like unfinished.

I'm sorry, Mr. Yan.

If I was wrong,

please don't feel offended...

Mr. Yan.

Mr. Yan, wait.

Ke,

your mom is still on her business trip.

So she can't join you for burgers today.

But I want burgers.

Me too.

Easy.

We can have burgers.

It's on me, okay?

Let's have burgers and go home.

Okay.

Okay.

I know a burger place next to the hospital.

It's quite good.

Okay.

Yan Li just has that kind of temper.

But he got angry

not because you were wrong.

It was quite the opposite.

He just couldn't paint anymore after he found out

I had developed breast cancer.

He was rushing

to find hospitals for me.

Then came the surgery to remove the lesion.

Then it was the chemotherapy.

So how are you doing now?

The surgery went quite well.

But the chemotherapy

destroyed me.

Yan Li felt very guilty after he found out

that I was sick.

He felt that

he'd been focused on painting

and had failed to look after me.

So he stopped all his work

to take care of me wholeheartedly.

But he couldn't do anything

apart from painting.

He knows nothing about

house chores or socializing.

I used to manage his meals,

daily routine, and art-related work.

But now,

he only gets groceries, cooks for me,

cleans the room, and takes me to the doctor.

Nothing else.

He also told me

that he didn't want to paint anymore.

So no matter what the gallery

offered him as renewal terms,

he turned them down outright.

He also said that

he wanted to take me abroad.

Because people will

keep approaching him as long as we stay here.

It'd be better to live somewhere

where no one knows him.

It would be quieter.

And I can rest well.

If we really do this,

that would mean I've ruined him.

His works are renowned

for the scenes of the Jiangnan water towns.

Where would he find the passion

and inspiration for his creations if we leave?

It would be like cutting off the root of his inspiration.

So I've always wanted a new agent

who could help him

get back on the right track with his career.

I took his phone

and added you behind his back.

He was furious when he found out.

I'm truly sorry

about what has happened.

I was wondering

why Mr. Yan would suddenly be so cold to us.

It seems that

our meeting didn't go very well.

I made you come in vain.

I'm really sorry.

It's okay.

I respect Mr. Yan's decision.

I just learned about your love story.

I think it's beautiful.

Ms. Li.

Do you have a minute?

Hello.

Here's the popcorn chicken for the kids.

Thank you.

- Thank you. - Not with your hands.

Use a fork.

We have a promotional event

for our newly launched

"Four-All" family meal set.

It's perfect for a family of four.

Please take a look.

We are not a family.

Sorry, sorry.

It's okay. I'll get something else.

Actually, you can

get the meal set, anyway.

It's very economic.

Let me introduce it to you.

It includes

two adult beef burger sets

and two children's meals.

Yeah, that one.

I don't mind.

Shall we go with it?

Sure.

Alright, I'll place the order.

And if you need anything else,

please scan the QR code.

Enjoy your meal.

Thank you.

Mom, I want an ice cream.

Okay, no problem.

Sit down.

Ke, do you want an ice cream?

They have...

Let me see.

Chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry.

Which flavor?

Strawberry.

Okay.

Ke.

What did you promise me?

No ice cream.

Just one bite.

Ke has a weak tummy.

Ice creams would give her diarrhea

and even a fever.

I'm scared to let her have any.

Then she shouldn't have it.

You see, the auntie said so.

Guo.

Let's not have it, either. Okay?

Ke can't have it.

Order one for Guo.

It's okay.

Mommy will get you one later.

Ke.

What did you promise me?

Here we are.

They're both asleep.

Guo, you're home.

- Ke. - Let's go.

Alright.

Thank you.

You took me to the hospital

and brought us back.

Don't mention it.

I should thank you

for treating Ke to lunch.

Give him to me.

No, no.

You're injured, and the kid is

too heavy.

Let me take him up.

This is nothing.

I'm always on my own.

How do I get by if I can't even

carry my son upstairs?

Give me a hand.

Guo, go to your mom.

Guo.

Okay.

You're home.

Alright.

We have to go.

See you.

Ms. Li, it's done.

Do you like it?

I prepared two more wigs for you

for different occasions.

Let me get them.

Thank you.

Ms. Li, what do you think?

I've never taken

a good look at myself ever since I fell sick.

Thank you, Ms. Gu.

You make me feel like a woman again.

Here.

Thank you so much.

No problem.

See you then.

Okay.

Honey.

Were you worried?

Moli took me to get my hair done.

How is it?

What do you think of my hairstyle?

It's very

pretty.

Let's go.

You're back.

Honey.

Have you been waiting?

I'm sorry.

I was busy today.

Ms. Gu is always so busy.

She only remembers

her poor child and husband when she has some time.

I'm really, really sorry.

Was Ke very upset today?

You can imagine that.

Tell Ke that

I'll make it up to her.

What about me?

I hope

everything went well with Yan Li today.

I'd be very upset

if I got stood up for nothing.

It didn't work out.

Then why do you look so happy?

It's not all about the result.

It didn't work out.

But it was a pleasant meeting.

Most importantly, I witnessed

the love between an artist and his wife.

It's beautiful.

Don't be envious of others.

Take pity on me.

Happy now?

Yeah.

Didn't you do a live streaming

on women's health once?

Yeah, what about it?

Do you know

what may help patients with breast cancer

regain stamina after surgery

as soon as possible?

Pilates.

Pilates?

They were saying that

breast cancer surgery may cause

muscle and nerve damage.

It can also lead to something called...

Sensory Processing Disorder.

They say that Pilates may be

of significant help.

What's wrong?

Don't scare me.

You got me wrong.

It's not me.

I used to complain because you'd work overtime.

Now I understand that

it's not something you can just give up.

It's not just about competition and promotions.

It's a responsibility.

♪Flowers and grass in the courtyard♪

What an insight.

I'm glad I waited for you.

What's going on

between us?

You can't come upstairs.

I can't see you every day.

I miss you so much.

I miss you too.

♪Taking all kinds of shapes♪

♪People around are like clouds♪

♪They gather and part, constantly dynamic♪

♪Seasons change year by year♪

I have to go now.

Or my mom will start looking for me.

Alright, go ahead.

I have to go home to be with Ke.

See you.

♪Scene by scene, these memories♪

Anything else?

See you.

♪Like a tape rewinding, wiping out the past♪

♪The past♪

(The divorce catalyzed my commitment to my career)

(and took away some things I once neglected.)

(Those little daily joys)

(suddenly become immensely precious.)

(Like my loved one I see every day after work,)

(and my sweet daughter)

(rushing towards me once I open the door.)

♪Like a tape rewinding, wiping out the past♪

♪The past♪

You'd better get accurate information

and stop wasting my time.

Didn't you rush out and chase after Mr. Yan?

Nothing happened?

You didn't do any better.

Like you got anything?

Shut up.

Both of you.

I've heard that Black Rock Gallery and Free Cloud Gallery

have offered tempting terms,

determined to get Yan Li.

And what are you doing?

Stop arguing.

Mr. Chen.

I met five groups of people in a day.

I'm working myself to the bone.

I wish I could be making

ten calls at the same time.

I've done everything.

I've tried my best.

Have you?

Have you begged him?

And you?

Have you begged him?

You must resort to

every conceivable method!

Moli, Ms. Li is looking for you.

Has Mr. Yan

painted anything recently?

Many known collectors are looking forward to it.

Ms. Li.

I made a coffee for you.

Please try it.

I don't drink coffee, thank you.

Could you please excuse yourselves?

I'd like to talk to Moli alone.

Ms. Li.

What brought you here?

Is there something important?

I'm sorry.

I'm bringing you some bad news.

I had a serious discussion with Yan Li.

He insisted on going abroad.

It's okay.

Staying away from the turmoil

and residing in a cozy environment

may help you recover.

Mr. Yan insists on doing so

because he loves you too much.

But it's such a huge loss

for him to stop painting.

I've held him back.

Sometimes, such love is too heavy

for me to bear.

Forget it. Let's not talk about this.

There is another thing.

Once we're abroad,

we'd like you to find

a warehouse to store his paintings left in Shanghai.

Also, I'd like you to act as the agent for these paintings.

What do you say?

Ms. Li, look forward to working with you.

Me too.

Goodbye.

Goodbye.

Thank you, Ms. Li.

What for?

You earned it.

Yan Li has strict requirements

for agents.

You convinced him with your ability and character.

He chose you.

Alright, I have to go.

Goodbye, Ms. Li.

Goodbye.

We didn't manage to represent Yan Li,

but we got half of his paintings.

You get the credit.

Thank you, Mr. Chen.

Isn't Yan Li known

as stubborn and unapproachable?

See?

She made it.

That's why we say,

"Where there is a will, there is way."

See, Mi Na,

you are still too young.

You'd better

learn from your role model.

Keep it up.

(Mom) (Sweetie, we're going back to Ningbo.)

Just part of them.

Impressive.

Congratulations.

That's all?

Nothing more substantial?

Okay, dinner is on me.

Tacky.

Would my dear boyfriend

like to come over tonight

and celebrate with me over a bottle of red wine?

How romantic. How charming.

What if we run into your parents?

I wouldn't dare.

They went back to Ningbo.

You should have said so earlier.

Deal.

I'm here.

Gee, it's really chilly tonight.

Why did you come in your pajamas?

I'm trying to

save us some time.

This is getting more and more like a spy drama.

Would you like to have a drink first?

My mom gets up early.

I need to get back before dawn.

So, let's hurry up. Come on.

You keep saying you're tired.

But we made it home.

Our sweet daughter boosts my morale.

It's open.

Come on, take it easy.

Alright.

Dad, Mom.

Moli.

Moli.

- Take it slow. - Okay.

See?

I said she wasn't asleep.

You didn't believe it.

You win.

Why did you come back so quickly?

Your mom is worried about you.

So she made me drive at night

just to rush home.

Get the stuff inside.

Why are you worried?

I'm a grown-up.

You just got divorced

and might be having mood swings.

Moli.

What's going on?

Who visited?

Who else could it be?

Liu.

We had a few drinks here.

Why did you make it

so romantic just to drink with Liu?

Don't you know?

It's

Besties' Day today.

Liu cares about these things.

There's a Besties' Day?

How come I've never heard of it?

There's a lot you haven't heard of.

Baby.

I have some good news for you.

What is it?

We sold the house in Ningbo.

From now on,

we're going to settle down in Shanghai.

You're moving to Shanghai?

You don't have

relatives or friends here. You'll be so lonely.

We have you.

We want to live with you.

Nothing matters more than you,

especially now.

From now on,

we will start our life

in Shanghai.

Yeah.

Look.

We brought all your things from Ningbo.

Where do I put them?

In her big wardrobe.

Yes, Madam.

Wait, Dad.

Dad, I can do it.

I got this.

It's heavy.

You don't know where to put it.

Be good.

Alright.

Moli.

Moli.

This wine smells good.

People tend to

keep a distance, especially between

men and women.

We call it "safe distance".

The safe distance

between a loving couple may be so small

that can be ignored.

But it can become a huge gap in the blink of an eye.

For the people you deeply love,

you have to

adjust the distance

based on

the objects, occasions,

and times accordingly.

Can you manage it with great accuracy?

=Simple Days= (Safe Distance)

It's cold outside. Put this on.

Thanks, Dad.

Dad, I...

Say no more.

It takes two to tango.

She obviously opened the door for you.

Jincao.

Just tell me one thing.

Who asked for the divorce, you or her?

B-Both of us...

It was Moli, right?

It's evident

that you people have broken her heart.

Dad.

It's my fault.

I haven't handled it properly.

That's how we've come to this point.

But you know what?

We still have feelings for each other.

She just finds it difficult to adapt to our marriage.

So we wanted to stay apart for a while.

For a while?

What do you mean by that?

I'm just trying to say.

I still love her.

I don't want it to end.

Zhu Jincao, listen.

I know my daughter the best.

She has never been through any hardship.

She's kind, pure, and deeply emotional.

A few sweet words can get her wavered.

Not me.

I reflected on myself

after your divorce.

I may have crossed the line sometimes.

But the harm you people have done to my daughter

is real and irreversible, right?

We are both fathers. I bet you get it.

A father always

prioritizes his own child.

Right?

I may sound a bit selfish.

But I don't think I'm wrong.

Jincao, think about it.

If you were me,

would you let

your daughter go back

to that whole mess your family put her through?

Moli's mother acts as if nothing has happened.

But do you know

how many times she's cried over your divorce?

She just didn't want Moli to see it.

I didn't want to expose you upstairs

because I didn't want her to see you

and get hurt again.

I don't want that for my wife.

Her heart can't

withstand any more turmoil.

We were doing well in Ningbo.

Why did we move to Shanghai?

Because we were worried about Moli.

Didn't you create this mess?

Let's take a step back.

Even if Moli agrees

to remarry you now,

do you think I can trust her

to you again

considering what's going on in your family?

Can you guarantee

that she will be happy and fulfilled?

What's with Gu Demao?

It takes him so long to take out the trash?

Why are you so lost today?

I'm not.

You're not?

I'm not.

Naughty kid.

You stay up late when I'm not home.

Go to sleep.

I'll do it, Mom.

Off to bed, go on.

Naughty kid.

Jincao.

I've said enough.

I just want to tell you.

No matter why you got divorced,

you're no longer married.

It's not a temporary thing.

The best outcome

is for both of you to live well.

Don't interfere with each other.

You're both young.

You have your whole life ahead of you.

Keep going and just move on.

Drive safe.

Keep the outfit.

I don't want to

see you here again.

♪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♪

♪The streets are crowded. Time rushes by♪

Mr. Gu, thanks for what you did last night.

No problem.

It's not the first time I've covered for you.

Sweetie,

let's not do something like this again, okay?

It would be a sleepless night

if your mom found out about it.

Got it. It won't happen again.

Have some breakfast.

Stop.

Be disciplined as a single lady.

Maintain your figure.

You're about to start a new life.

Starting tomorrow,

I'll make your breakfast.

No more carbs.

What do you mean?

I only get to have some salad from now on?

And you should be grateful.

Come on.

No carbs even for breakfast?

(Li Rui) (Moli, I'm caught in the traffic.)

(It will take me another 20 minutes.)

Oh no, I forgot about it.

Mom, why didn't you wake me up earlier?

So annoying.

She lost it.

Gu.

What's up with your daughter now?

Let's go.

Hello, where is your motorbike?

Hello.

Our electric bike is broken.

I'm getting a cab at the entrance.

Get in my car.

No need.

You're going to be late. Get in the car.

Guo, go find Ke.

Thank you.

Guo.

Ke.

Ke, good morning.

Good morning, Auntie.

Sit tight.

Excuse me, could you sit in the back?

Okay, no problem.

Pretty flowers!

- Give it to me. - Birthday?

It's my wedding anniversary with my wife.

This is the gift.

Sit tight.

Come on, fasten your seatbelt.

Let's go.

Off we go!

I'm really sorry.

My wife doesn't like it when others take the passenger seat.

It's okay. I understand.

Put your feet down.

Don't step on it.

What are you sitting on, Guo?

It's all smashed.

I'm sorry.

Guo sat on something.

Here.

My wife got a gym membership card there.

But she's been too busy to go.

This trial voucher is going to waste.

It's for Pilates.

This looks pretty good.

I've always wanted to practice yoga.

Take it if you like it.

No, no need.

That's not what I meant.

No, just keep it.

Try it out.

Or it's going to expire and be a piece of trash.

This is so awkward.

It's okay. Just take it.

Very good, keep your abdomen tight.

Bend your knees forward.

Use your glute muscle to push.

Push straight back against my hand.

Very good, back again.

Control your upper limbs.

Pull your ribs in as you exhale.

Good, straighten your back.

Keep your necks elongated and upward.

Excellent.

Push it with the forefoot.

Good, exhale again and pull the ribs in.

Use the core to push the legs out.

Keep your right leg down.

Very good.

One last time.

Inhale. Forward.

Good, exhale. Backward. That's great.

Keep your neck stretched.

Very good, let's keep it up.

Very good, lower it a bit more.

Inhale and bend your knees.

Very good.

Push back again.

Engage the upper side

of your buttocks again.

Good, retract it again.

Keep lifting it.

Bend your knees and pull back again.

Very good.

Push back again.

You're shrugging a bit.

Stretch out your neck.

Last time.

Bend the knees. Retract. Move forward.

Let's keep it up. Good.

I'm so sore.

It's normal the first time.

Mr. Yan is really sweet.

Look.

He's the only guy here,

just to keep you company.

He may not be

a sweet talker,

but he's very considerate.

He heard that

you were bringing me to Pilates class

and felt so guilty yesterday.

He couldn't believe he hadn't

thought of rehabilitation works.

So he had to come along today.

This way, please.

Okay.

Our training room is on the second floor.

A class is in session.

Let's take a look.

Thank you.

Good work, everyone.

You are amazing.

We'll take a ten-minute break

and come back for more.

Okay.

Thank you.

Are you tired?

Not at all.

Have some water.

You seem to be enjoying it. Everything fine?

Don't worry. I can handle it.

I'm going to the restroom.

This is our Pilates equipment area.

A class is in session.

This is the yoga room.

And this is

the Pilates core equipment area.

Great environment.

Can I take a look and get a few photos?

Sure.

Look around.

Call me if you need me.

Okay, thank you.

Moli.

Mr. Yan.

You're doing quite well.

Do you practice often?

Not really.

I have to take care of my kid.

So I don't come often.

Those moves don't look so difficult.

If it really works,

I'd like to learn it

and practice with her at home.

Actually, Pilates is great for you.

You paint while standing.

I bet you have a lumbar muscle strain.

Yeah, exactly.

Pilates relaxes the muscles in the back.

That's wonderful.

Can you teach me?

No way.

Wait for the coach.

Just show me a few basics.

Let me try it.

I saw you...

Then, Mr. Yan,

maybe you shouldn't start there.

Okay.

Then you can practice at home.

Stand here with both legs.

Step back with one leg.

Keep this leg bent.

Lift your hands by your ears.

Then tighten your core.

Lift your leg.

(Ke's Mom, Gu Moli)

One, two, go. How's that?

It's okay.

Are you okay?

You were too hasty, Mr. Yan.

♪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♪