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=Best Choice Ever=

=Episode 32=

You've known about them for a while now?

I saw the signs a long time ago.

You've been keeping it from me all along.

Yeah. No, no, no.

I thought if I could see the signs, you must be able to see them too.

What were you thinking, Mai Laitian? You're quite something.

You have been hiding it from me alone, right?

You're hiding it. How long do you plan to keep it up?

You wanted to hide it from me until they got their marriage certificate,

and tell me only after that, didn't you? You're amazing.

You can act. You really can pretend.

I thought you could see it too.

You're great. You're so happy, right? You're happy now.

That's it. She's psychologically unbalanced now.

How could she know about it later than me?

Take it to the kitchen in a while, okay?

It's fine. I'll go and talk to her.

Mr. Yao, you have quite a way with words, don't you?

Did I say too much?

Not at all. You said just right, full of sincerity and wealth.

So, did your mom agree or not?

Do I just naturally invite your scorn?

- All of you are hiding it from me. - That's not good.

The whole world knows, and only I'm in the dark.

Don't be nervous. Leave it to me. Sit down for a while.

Am I that repulsive?

You listen to me. Huan hasn't told me either.

It was only through my own observations that I found out.

I was originally going to tell you.

But you know your own temper.

What temper of mine?

Like a firecracker, exploding with a touch.

Firecracker? Am I a firecracker?

You see that?

I'm not even as good as cannon fodder, okay?

Cannon fodder is still fodder, am I fodder?

I'm not even as good as fodder. The fodder can...

What cannon fodder? This is irrelevant.

Huan, do you have something to say to your mom?

Okay.

Yu, I'm sorry. I was wrong.

You're not a firecracker, definitely not a firecracker.

Mom, I know you are angry with me.

Actually, about me and Zhiming.

I wanted to wait until the timing was right to tell you.

But then due to various reasons,

I've been delaying until now.

I apologize to you. It was my fault.

Please don't be mad at me, okay?

Don't need to apologize. This is your own business.

How could I possibly not discuss it with you? You are my mother.

Our matters also need to be known and agreed upon by mom.

Have you really thought it through?

I have thought it through.

Do you really understand him?

Mom, Zhiming has a stern appearance but a tender heart.

Many people think he is difficult to get along with.

But he has a very tender and kind heart. He is nice to everyone.

He's very responsible, both at work and in the family.

Whenever I encounter a problem or difficulty,

he is the one who steps forward to help me,

silently protects me and gives me warmth.

The most important thing is,

Mom, being with him makes me feel so happy and blessed every day.

I really, really like him.

So this time, can you support me?

Okay, okay.

I believe in your judgment.

I believe in your ability to judge.

How wonderful, my precious daughter.

You have found someone you can entrust your life to.

I feel reassured now.

(Okay, I believe in your judgment.)

(I believe in your ability to judge.)

(How wonderful, my precious daughter.)

(You have found someone you can entrust your life to.)

(I feel reassured now.)

What kind of look is this?

Your mom has washed all my clothes.

So you've come out draped in this bedsheet?

Or what? Being shirtless would seem indecent, right?

That seems like a good sign.

What sign?

Cooking for you, doing your laundry.

That means she sees you as family.

That sounds good.

Why are you being so silly?

But it's a pity now. I had fantasies with Mao before.

If we ever made money,

we'd lie on the beaches of Hawaii for a day and watch muscle men.

Now there's no beach,

and the muscle men, I can't see anything. It's no fun.

You'll be able to see a muscle man in a moment.

What are you doing? What do you want to do?

What do think?

Don't come over. Aren't you annoying?

Huan, Huan.

Huan.

Are you silly squatting here? Get up, go over there.

Huan.

Mom, you learned to knock on the door.

Sure, I've learned to knock on doors a long time ago.

When you're not at home, I have plenty of time.

Whether you're at home or not, I knock first. Knock knock.

Isn't this how hotel staff behave? Civil and courteous.

Right, right.

Have some tangerines. They are sweet. Ask that youngster to try some.

Mom, you're mistaken, aren't you? He's upstairs.

Stop pretending, will you?

Mom, what are you talking about?

Ming, use the main door in the future.

Don't climb that wobbly ladder.

It's very dangerous, swaying back and forth like that.

What if you fall and end up disabled or worse?

How would you join the Mai family then?

Because of that, I would still have to take care of you. Do you hear me?

Ming?

My mom asked you to eat tangerines. Stop posing here.

Your mom has laid her cards on the table.

I finally have a name too.

So, who are you? A muscle man named Ming?

It sounds rather strange.

You won't find it strange in a bit.

What are you up to now?

Ming, it's already half past ten.

After eating the oranges, go straight back to your room to sleep.

Ten more minutes, at most. Did you hear that? Watch the clock.

Then I'll be going now.

Goodbye then.

Ms. Liu, Ms. Liu.

No, Ming's mother-in-law. You've come to discuss the wedding date, right?

You, I'm going to tell you the plain truth today.

Your son, Ming, is truly a good boy.

Such a good child has you for a father.

He must have had eight lifetimes of bad luck.

Having you as a relative in-law also leaves me discontent.

But what can I do when my daughter likes your son?

That's right. As long as our kids are happy, that's good.

However, your son has made a promise to me.

After he gets married, you two stay the way you are.

You understand that, don't you? You get it, right?

My son really listens to you.

Of course, I'm good to him as well.

To get along with children, you have to respect each other.

If you respect him, he'll respect you too, right?

Then teach me how to get along with children.

About this issue...

I do have experience with this issue. I'm qualified to talk about it.

It's like this. If you want the joys of a family,

then you, as a parent, need to act the part, right?

Lead by example. Set a good model.

If you have any shortcomings, fix them immediately, right?

Don't just act according to your own temperament when doing things.

Otherwise, isn't it just making trouble for the kids? Do you understand?

I understand. I totally get what you're saying.

Then could you please talk to Ming and ask if I can stay a few more days?

After all, I'm his biological father. I have to attend his wedding, right?

It's not good for you to go to his wedding.

You shouldn't go, really.

Just think about it. There will be many people at the wedding.

People will surely talk about you,

saying things like his father has been in jail, or has a criminal record.

If people start gossiping, it would be embarrassing for the kids.

Then, how about this?

I'll see if I can talk to Ming about letting you stay a few more days.

Farewell.

Lately, many customers have mentioned

that the Room Division's fancy towel folding is very interesting.

It was your idea, right?

I just gave a bit of casual training.

Let's go check out the newly upgraded smart suites later.

If they work well, we'll launch them next week.

Mr. Yao.

Good day, Mr. Yao. Miss Mai, I'll get to work now.

What's the matter? You seem so happy, humming a tune as you come in.

I'm about to have a daughter-in-law.

Wouldn't you say that's a great cause for celebration?

I have put in a lot of effort for you and Zhiming.

A lot of effort, indeed.

I just managed to persuade your mom.

So, it was your doing, the good deed.

Who else could it be if not me?

As a future father-in-law, I'll be waiting for you to offer me tea.

It seems Mr. Yao isn't planning to return to Europe.

Why go back to Europe? No, I'm not going.

My son and daughter-in-law are here. The joy of family is here.

I plan to settle down here for a long time.

Chenghuan, no, I mean, future daughter-in-law.

Look, my outfit is a bit old.

In the future, it won't be presentable for the engagement or the wedding.

When do you and Zhiming have time to go shopping with me?

Actually, I have quite a few things I need to buy.

Alright, in that case, you go ahead and shop first.

If you find things you like, go ahead and buy it. I'll reimburse you later.

Mr. Yao, I still have some things to take care of. I'll go get busy.

Qian, come here.

You heard it, right? I'm now your boss's future father-in-law.

Congratulations.

Then you should show some gesture.

I just heard about your smart room upgrade.

Could you upgrade one for me?

Sorry, Mr. Yao, I need to ask Miss Mai about that.

Still need to ask? Your boss wouldn't agree to upgrade my room?

Okay, that's enough. Get the room card ready later

and send it up to me. There you have it.

Mr. Yao, this way, please.

Mr. Yao, this is our latest smart suite, and here is the key card.

Okay.

If you need anything, just call me at any time.

Okay, you can leave now.

Okay, goodbye Mr. Yao.

Goodbye.

Why close the curtains in broad daylight?

Hello, welcome to your stay at Xing'anli Garden Hotel.

Who are you?

I'm the intelligent service system, Zhi.

May I help you with anything?

Open the curtains.

Okay, the music has been turned on for you.

What's that?

What smart suite is this?

Coming.

Mai Chenghuan, you've arrived just in time.

What smart suite is this? The toilet won't flush.

The curtains are shut tight in the middle of the day.

Zhi, turn off the music.

Okay, master.

Zhi, open the curtains.

Okay, master.

That's all set, Mr. Yao. Do you have any other problems?

You know I can't use these smart devices.

You let me stay here on purpose to torment me? Kicking me while I'm down.

Mr. Yao, you asked for the room upgrade yourself.

It has nothing to do with me. You can't blame this on me.

Get out. You'll be the death of me one of these days.

I finally got out, but this room is even scarier than a prison.

You owe me compensation for emotional distress.

You are too malicious, if I had known you would say such things,

I would never have let my son be with you.

When Yao Zhiming was young, no one helped him.

He knocked out his teeth and swallowed them all by himself,

only to get to where he is today.

That is much harder than your troubles being stuck in this room today.

And now you're making such a fuss over this little inconvenience?

You're playing the "bad cop" for Zhiming, trying to educate me?

I know my youthful unreliability brought the family suffering.

But to say that my love for my son isn't genuine,

to accuse me of not wanting the best for him, that's unjust.

I've come back wanting to change for the better and to live well.

Everyone has their own difficulties.

You left Yao Zhiming when he was so young.

You didn't establish a good father-son relationship.

Now you want to come back and enjoy the joy of family.

No one should agree to that, right?

Mr. Yao, if you really want to change and get closer to him,

then show him your sincerity.

For instance, start integration into new life with a new smartphone.

I don't want a smartphone.

I still don't understand the smart suit system.

You just said you wanted what's best for him and you wanted to change.

Can't you even manage to change your phone?

With this phone, you can register for WeChat.

Not only can you contact him, but you can also view his Moments.

Wouldn't this bring you and your son closer instantly?

But this is too difficult. I really don't know how to use it.

Didn't you ask us to get you a new outfit before?

Then this is the first step.

It's okay if you don't know. I'll teach you. Take it slow.

I've been in jail for fifteen years. I really don't know anything.

What do I need to do for Zhiming to believe I'm truly changing?

I used to not learn anything. I just knew how to enjoy life.

Speaking of enjoying,

I have another method.

(Wine and Cigar Tasting Event)

To judge the quality of a cigar,

besides tasting its flavor, you also need to observe its burning.

The ash, the ash.

Mr. Yao, how is your practice going?

Still not good.

It's okay, this is just a rehearsal. You don't need to be nervous.

I don't want to be nervous. But the less I want to, the more nervous I get.

How about this? I've already memorized the script you wrote.

If you get nervous at that time, how about I coordinate with you?

That could work?

That will work. Mr. Yao, do you see that tree?

Yao Zhiming told me that he planted it himself when he was a child.

It also has his height carved on it.

Just imagine your son watching you from there.

Make an effort for your own son.

Okay.

Then let's go through it again.

Okay.

I'll start you off. The burning ash is white as snow.

The tobacco roll is like a cigar.

Exactly.

A good cigar is judged by observing it burn to the end.

Only then can you determine its quality.

And it must be paired with red wine, that's what makes a perfect life.

You're amazing. Isn't that well said?

Then you keep practicing.

Alright, alright.

The burning ash is white as snow. The tobacco roll is like a cigar.

Let's see how Yao Renfu's re-employment project is going.

What else does he know besides eating, drinking, and having fun?

I wanted to host a tasting salon for guests at the hotel.

Doesn't he like to have fun?

Then let's channel his hedonism into something useful.

I know you mean well, but you have to be careful.

Don't let his cunning and shrewdness blind you.

Rest assured. I have no intention of persuading you to forgive him.

I'm just offering a possibility.

I settled his daily wages for him.

As for whether he can pass the assessment, it's up to you.

It must have been hard for you.

What's hard about that?

Ms. Liu and I have had our love-hate relationship for years.

I have more experience in dealing with parents.

I'm leaving.

Zhiming.

Miss Mai, I did pretty well, didn't I?

I must say, your study in enjoying life is like this.

Zhiming, I'd like to treat you to a meal.

You don't have to pay this time. I have money. I have a salary.

Then just have a meal together. It won't cost an arm and a leg.

Mr. Yao, he'll go.

Shanghai-style spicy fried shrimp, local eel shreds,

plum fish with scallion oil, braised pork,

- squirrel-shaped mandarin fish... - Okay, that's enough for now.

Okay, please wait a moment.

You ordered so much. Can we finish it?

It's rare to have a chance to eat together.

I just want you to eat more, to have a good meal.

Doesn't matter if it's good or not.

After you got in jail, I even ate the food that fell on the ground.

Dad has a salary now. I just wanted you to have a good meal.

That's right. You've grown up so quickly.

When you were a baby, you were just this little.

When I held you in my arms,

I thought to myself, "This child looks as ugly as a rat."

And you were particularly prone to crying, from dawn till dusk.

In those years, I was a bit afraid of you. I didn't want to go home.

Your mother was especially resentful.

I felt that it was because of you that our lives changed.

So I sought various ways to vent.

Only later did it turn out that way.

Yao Renfu, I'm here to eat with you out of regard for Mai Chenghuan.

So there's no need for you to say all this to me.

Yes, yes, thanks to Chenghuan,

I understand that if I want to start over,

how could it be achieved all at once, right? I should take my slow.

Son, I brought some fine liquor. Let's have a drink.

Wait a second.

Where did you buy this liquor?

I got it from a friend.

I socialize a lot. What I give away is always this liquor.

It looks fake at a glance.

I've been deceived again. I'm not confused at this senile age.

I've always been confused, which led me to squander all the family's wealth.

Otherwise, your mom wouldn't...

It's all my own doing.

So, I've come back sincerely to say I'm sorry to you.

What if you could forgive me?

Waiter!

Hello, what do you need?

Bring the liquor I've stored.

Okay.

Son, don't worry. Once I've made some money,

I'll prepare substantial betrothal gifts for you.

What are you doing?

Taking a photo. Doesn't this scene look familiar?

Like father, like son. Look here.

Yao Zhiming.

Come over here.

Coming. Let's go.

Let's see if I can catch you. Where do you think you're going?

- I'll catch you. - Don't.

I'll catch you.

I've asked Mr. Cui to take good care of your dad.

After drinking too much, he was joyfully clamoring.

It seems you both enjoyed your meal.

Not too bad.

I suddenly remembered, on this lawn...

When I was young, my dad also played with me here.

So, it seems you and your dad have many happy memories.

After this meal, have you changed your view of him?

For many things, right or wrong, good or bad,

what's happened has happened and can't be changed.

And it's not possible to cancel each other out.

So, I can never bring myself to verbally forgive him.

Not forgiving is okay too. Just turn the page.

Turn the page?

Yes, we are parents and children to each other for a lifetime.

None of us has the others' consent.

But blood relations, well, you can't just shake them off.

Family happiness is of course the best.

If not, at least save face for each other.

Being courteous to each other is always better than mutual torment, right?

Why do I feel like you're speaking from experience?

Of course, who do you think I am? That's how I've lived.

But what's most important is

I don't want these things to keep gnawing at your heart.

I hope you can be happier and look forward.

Okay, I'll listen to you. As long as he doesn't cause trouble,

I won't bother him and just get by courteously.

That's right.

I want a hug.

I've finished the promotional material. I'll send it to you for review later.

About the exclusive interview content for each guest,

I've already confirmed with the KOLs.

They will definitely mention Xing'anli positively.

Rest assured.

(Shanghai Tourism Festival delegation reception plan) Promote it well.

Alright. Chenghuan, goodbye.

(Shanghai Tourism Festival delegation reception plan)

Have some tea.

Mr. Yao, actually, there's a favor I need to ask of you.

Xing'anli will host a group of guests for the Tourism Festival, in a few days.

There is a celebrity in that group of guests.

My niece is particularly fond of him.

So, I was hoping to get a work card from you for the event.

This would allow the girl to get up close to her idol.

Mr. Zou, if she just wants to meet the idol, why need a work card?

It's not like Ms. Zhang is up to something, right?

What does this have to do with Ms. Zhang?

As I told you, it's for my niece.

She just wants to meet her idol.

Everyone, please have a check. The delegation will arrive in days.

All the linens and supplies in the rooms

should display our hotel's logo prominently. Be meticulous.

This reception is extremely important.

Also, issue reception work cards to the staff responsible only.

These colleagues have received training.

And in case of emergencies during the reception,

you can handle it across departments. Does everyone understand?

- Understood. - Good, let's do this.

Thank you, everyone.

Mr. Yao.

Qian, come on. I'm treating you to afternoon tea.

Thank you, Mr. Yao.

Don't be so formal. You've taken such good care of me.

Here you go, young lady, take this.

Thank you.

I bought you some probiotic drinks.

I hear that young ladies now love drinking these.

Come on, drink up. Don't be shy.

Mr. Yao, is there anything I can help you with?

Are you satisfied with the suite we switched you to this time?

Satisfied. I'm more than satisfied.

No wonder Miss Mai likes you so much.

But I was thinking, since it's my daughter-in-law's place,

perhaps I should experience each room.

So, could you switch me to another room to stay in?

I'm very sorry, Mr. Yao.

These days, our hotel has a very important reception.

Let's wait for a couple of days until this period is over.

I'll prioritize your arrangement. Is that okay with you?

No problem, in a couple of days. I'm not leaving anyway, right?

Come, come, children, there are some pastries here.

- Come on, eat some pastries. - Okay.

Then I'm leaving.

- Alright, thank you, Mr. Yao. - Come on, eat!

Okay, then we won't be polite.

Don't be polite. Please don't!

Thank you, Mr. Yao.

(I've got the work card. How should I give it to you?)

Mr. Yao.

Chenghuan.

Is the room comfortable?

Comfortable, very comfortable.

That's good.

Okay, then I'm off.

Mr. Yao. This way is our dormitory. Your room is up front.

This place is too big. I've gotten lost.

It's okay. I'll take you back then, this way.

By the way, after you drank too much yesterday, Zhiming took you back.

I took a few pictures of you. I'll send them to you now.

You know how to use WeChat now, don't you?

Just click "Save Original Picture" to receive it.

(Mai Chenghuan)

Did you see it?

This was really embarrassing.

How could it? Let me tell you a secret.

Before, when Yao Zhiming was drunk, I pushed him back just like this.

He's imitating me.

Chenghuan, you've been quite busy lately, haven't you?

Mainly because we have a reception the day after tomorrow.

This relates to if we can make the cut of the top ten featured hotels.

After this busy period,

I'll invite you over to our house for a meal.

You're inviting me to your house for a meal?

Yes, isn't that okay? Although Zhiming and I aren't married yet,

I've long since regarded him as family.

You are his father. Naturally, you are also family.

What about your mom?

My mom thinks the same way.

She specifically told me that when we're not busy, let's go home together.

As a family, let's have a lively time.

As a family, let's have a lively time.

Mr. Yao, the second room up ahead is yours.

Then I won't send you there.

I know the way now, thank you. Chenghuan, thank you.

Don't mention it. Call me if you need anything.

Good, good.

As a family.

I've confirmed the publicity plan and the procedures, no problems.

The rooms have also been arranged according to official standards, check.

I've checked the delegation's itinerary, and everything is in order.

It's really great to have you all here.

Mr. Cui, tomorrow, please help out

to be responsible for coordinating and supporting all departments.

After all, there will be many guests.

Please don't affect the normal operation of the hotel.

Okay.

That's all for the rest.

Let's go over tomorrow's work again.

Then get off work. Go home.

Okay, goodbye.

Then we're off.

Mr. Yao, what's the matter?

Miss Mai, are you coming home for dinner tonight? I'm buying groceries right now.

Really? Yao Zhiming.

You, who hardly can tell grains apart, are at the food market?

Today is different. Today, I have guidance from masters.

Your parents are here, too.

Okay, then I'll come home early today.

Learn well from my mom, goodbye.

Okay.

Yao.

Don't underestimate grocery shopping. There's a lot to learn from it.

You should learn from Huan's mom in the future.

Ming, let me tell you. When buying vegetables...

See, you don't need these flowers. Just pick them all off.

For vegetables like these, you have to pick all these off.

These can't be eaten and this makes them much lighter, right?

Ming, how about inviting your father over for a meal someday?

Well...

Don't make trouble.

It's okay. After all, you are father and son, and he is quite pitiful.

Okay, then I'll give him a call later.

Okay, maybe tomorrow then?

Huan said there's a big event tomorrow.

After it's done tomorrow, she'll come home and rest.

Okay.

Alright.

- Are you okay, Ms. Liu? - Honey.

It's nothing. I might have gotten caught in the rain the other day while dancing.

Getting old. A bit of wind and rain can make one feel uncomfortable.

Ms. Liu, Mr. Mai, I made an appointment for a high-end health check-up for you.

Go get checked out.

High-end health check-up?

We?

How much will that cost?

Ming, don't spend as much money as you have. You need to save it up.

It has all been spent.

Spent?

Yu, Yao also means well with his filial piety.

Since the money has already been spent, let's not let it go to waste.

Yes, only if you're both in good health, can Chenghuan and I feel at ease,

and then can we strive properly.

Okay.

Well, we want the eggplant.

No, grab a plastic bag.

I'll do it. Please go ahead.

Ms. Liu, what are you making today?

Today's dish is called carp and tofu soup.

Do you know what the greatest benefit of this dish is?

♪My sweetie♪

♪I don't know if I'm a good mother♪

♪It's my first time being a mother♪

♪Though the years have turned my hair white♪

♪I'm too busy to have meals on time, but that's not my fault♪

♪It will make me feel guilty to let you know about it♪

♪I know you care about me♪

♪But it makes me feel like I've never been trusted♪

♪Those carefree people can't be mothers♪

♪I know it all, but it breaks my heart♪

♪Please let me pursue the life that belongs to me♪

♪I'm as brave and kind as you, so I'm not afraid♪

♪One day, you will also become a mother♪

♪Will we embrace each other on that day♪

♪Like a stream traveling around the world♪

♪And returning to where it came from♪

♪I hope you are loved♪

♪I hope you find happiness♪

♪I hope I can shelter you from the storms♪

♪I know that we argue sometimes♪

♪I know that people will grow old♪

♪So we must say I love you out loud♪

- ♪My mother watched me out of sight♪ - ♪Are you nearly home♪

- ♪My memories became so intense♪ - ♪The door is open♪

♪Through the gentle times♪

♪Wherever you are is my home♪

♪Come back home♪

♪My sweetie♪

♪Please believe in yourself♪