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=The Tale of Rose=

=Episode 13=

Rose?

Hello?

(On call with Mom) Rose?

Rose?

(On call with Mom) Rose? What's wrong?

Say something.

What did she say?

No sound.

Call her back.

(Mom, incoming call)

She didn't answer.

Call her again.

(11 new messages, 8 missed calls)

(From Mom: Rose, what's wrong?) Rose,

(Talk to me, dear. I'm worried.) I don't know what happened.

(I'm really worried about you.) Whatever you want to do,

(Don't scare me, okay? I'm so anxious.) we support you.

(Have you encountered some trouble?)

Be it romance

or work-related,

ups and downs are inevitable.

No matter what,

don't harm yourself.

In the middle of the night,

you called your mom to disturb her.

Were you scolded by your boss

or did you have a fight with your boyfriend?

Do you know how worried your mom was last night?

She called you but you didn't answer.

She spent ages

studying the manual on how to text you.

Alright, she is upset.

Stop that.

She deserves it, doesn't she?

She slept soundly after calling,

but you stayed up all night.

You've never made things easy

for your mom since you were a child.

We're getting old.

We can't handle such scares.

If your mom falls ill,

I won't forgive you.

And you.

What kind of lousy phone did you buy your mom?

It doesn't even have handwriting input.

Then I'll buy her a new one.

No need. Don't listen to your dad.

Let's all calm down for a while,

eat, and then we'll talk.

Calm down.

Don't cry.

Alright, alright.

Let's eat first.

We'll talk after eating.

I want to take charge of Hu Kejia's charity sale project.

Where does your confidence come from?

You can't just take on

or drop a company project whenever you want.

It was my fault before,

but now I'm ready.

But the project can't wait for you forever.

Work isn't meant to heal your wounds.

I was the one who broke up with him.

I'm not hurt.

The one who initiates the breakup

is often the one who is hurt the most.

Only when you've had enough disappointment

can you have the determination to say goodbye.

I've already handed the project to Han Ying.

Is there anything else I can do?

If you really want to do this project,

assist Han Ying.

Okay.

This way, please.

Okay, thank you.

Thank you.

Kejia.

Kejia.

She's usually like this.

Her paintings are wonderful.

Please have a seat.

Actually, Kejia has a rich inner world.

She just can't express it verbally.

Painting is her way of expressing herself.

Thank you for organizing this charity sale.

No matter how much we raise,

what matters most is raising awareness

about the inner world

of autistic children.

Can I spend some time alone with her?

Sure.

I'll get you some water.

Thank you.

Okay.

Have we found the exhibition venue

for the Hu Kejia Charity Art Exhibition?

We just got the last quote from the final gallery.

We'll decide in the next few days.

Huang Yimei,

do you have anything to say?

I think

since the proceeds from this sale

will be donated to charity,

it's a pity

to spend on rent.

I think

we could use

our company's office space,

like the corridors and meeting rooms.

I also asked the property management,

and they're willing to let us use

the office building lobby

as a display space.

Using Cyan's office space

for the charity sale

would also be great publicity

for our company.

Yes.

That's one of our backup plans.

We can use this sale as a starting point

and continue to focus on art projects

for special children

in the long term.

That's a good idea.

If it doesn't compromise the artistic value of the works

and our professionalism in curating,

I'll support it.

This project is a public welfare project,

not a commercial one.

It won't be part of the performance review,

but I expect everyone

to put your heart into it.

That's all for today. Meeting adjourned.

How are you?

Pretty good.

I'm fine.

Don't worry.

There are many ways to vent.

If you feel like crying, go for a run.

I can accompany you.

Thank you, Su.

After all, I recruited you,

so I'm responsible for your work state.

Son,

your call.

I'll get it. Let me.

No problem. I'll get it.

Have you arrived?

I'll be right there.

Got a girlfriend?

No, just a workout buddy.

If you don't believe it, come to the gym with me.

Alright, go ahead.

Bye.

Something's off about him.

Is she too upset

to work?

Not only hasn't it affected her work,

she's even more focused.

Maybe she's afraid of overthinking if she has idle time.

Great. If everyone were like my sister,

you bosses would hope

all your employees break up.

Morning, Ms. Jiang.

Ms. Jiang.

Come in.

Did you select all these paintings?

The less she talks about it,

the more I feel something's wrong.

She doesn't tell me anything anymore.

She talks a lot less.

She can distract herself with work during the day,

but nights alone

are the hardest.

She doesn't seem fragile,

but her obedience is unsettling.

She doesn't argue or complain anymore.

My dad says

after she eats dinner every day,

she hides in her room to read.

She's so quiet like she's meditating.

Is she still learning French?

No,

she's reading

psychology books.

Very thick books.

When do you think I'll achieve that V-shape physique?

Soon, tomorrow.

Tomorrow?

Don't fool me.

Irresponsible. Tomorrow?

(Child Psychology)

(The Role of Play in Promoting Child Development)

(Play and Cognitive Development)

(Choosing Research Types of Child Psychology)

You wanted to see me?

(Cyan Company Special Children's Foundation Planning Proposal)

Foundation?

Huang Yimei has done some research

and proposed a plan.

The company has decided to support special children

as a long-term project.

The headquarters is also very supportive

and will provide funding

and publicity support.

What do you need me to do?

Teach me how to deal with government departments.

I have no clue.

Sure.

And there's one more strange thing.

I don't know if you've noticed.

- She quit drinking. - She quit drinking.

Alright, just here, lift.

Don't go down anymore. Yes.

Lift, yes.

This is really tiring.

Breathe, breathe, breathe.

Lift.

- This works... - Lift.

Works the small muscles, right?

This year,

thanks to everyone's hard work,

we've achieved great results.

The headquarters is very pleased.

Now, let's have a small celebration.

At the end of the year, we'll have a big one, okay?

Okay.

Cheers, cheers.

Thank you for your hard work.

We need to continue working hard next year.

Sit. Enjoy.

Alright.

Do you need some wine?

I don't drink, thanks.

It's been an exhausting year, Ms. Su.

What's wrong?

Are you complaining?

No way.

Do you think I'm exploiting you?

I mean it's exhausting but happy.

This year's projects

were all meaningful,

and working with you has been very rewarding.

Stop flattering me.

Let me tell you. Next year will be even tougher.

You'll see.

Alright.

Since you don't drink, I'll get you a soda.

What do you want?

Ginger soda.

Ginger soda, not cold.

The relationship ended before it's over.

It must be painful.

Give her some time.

Once she's truly given up,

it will pass.

During this time, you need to care for her more.

Shouldn't I be the one saying that?

It seems like you care more about her than I do.

Love me, love my dog?

No, no.

The correct saying is:

Birds of a feather flock together.

Birds of a feather flock together.

(2003 National Graduate Entrance Exam First Building Exam Venue)

(Resignation Letter)

You're quitting to study psychology?

While organizing the exhibition,

I met some children with brain disorders

and psychological issues.

They are very smart

but unable to communicate with the outside world.

I'm curious about their inner world.

But this diverges completely

from your career path.

I remember someone telling me

that life should be about free creation.

I want to have a try.

Why did you suddenly decide this?

Does it have to do with the breakup?

It does,

but it's not the decisive factor.

Love is important,

but one cannot rely solely on it,

or it will consume you.

Why then?

Out of destruction comes construction.

Breaking up isn't a bad thing.

It helped me discover a new self

and set new life goals.

I want to gain more knowledge

and broaden my horizons.

Going to a graduate school is fine,

but why Shanghai?

Beijing has many great universities.

Didn't you say I can't live independently?

This time I'll show you I can.

I was just talking.

Can you really handle going so far alone?

Dad said the pot determines the size of the tree.

I'll grow by leaving home.

You even quit your job.

What if you can't find a job you like

as much as this one?

One must have the courage to make decisions

and the courage to accept failure.

I hope we can

work together again.

We will.

I will work hard to make it happen.

Why leave so suddenly?

When are you going?

This is our four-season goose-down duvet.

Take a look.

Mom, if I need anything, I can buy it there.

Shanghai has everything.

Thank you for shopping with us.

Thanks.

You don't need to buy so much. It looks like I'm fleeing.

A mother worries when her child travels far.

Just consider it as keeping me company

to relieve anxiety.

Come on.

I've been working in Beijing for two years.

I've been to Shanghai.

I can do this.

No matter how old you are, you're still my daughter.

Even if you left home at 50, I'd still worry.

Let me treat you to some dessert. Let's go.

Dessert cures anxiety.

Still thinking about him?

Dopamine lasts for about eighteen months.

You've only been dating for a few months.

It's when it's the most intense.

Right now,

it's like withdrawal from smoking.

Pain is inevitable.

Why do you bring up the worst topics?

Sometimes, pain means

you've made the right decision.

Cutting ties.

Cutting is the focus here.

How can it not hurt?

Going back to school is good.

The major you chose is also good.

I support you.

I thought you'd think I'm being impulsive,

choosing the wrong major.

The major isn't important.

What's important is finding a way to heal yourself.

Like your dad,

when he's upset, he tends to his plants.

Your brother

plays basketball and fishes.

When I'm unhappy, I cook.

As soon as I turn on the exhaust fan,

it feels like all my worries are sucked away.

If you heal by studying,

I hope you fall in love and break up many times.

Mom, don't jinx your daughter like that.

Everything has a reason,

but not everything has a right or wrong.

Whatever happened between you two,

if you don't want to tell me, I won't ask.

I won't blindly take your side,

but I support you unconditionally.

Enjoy.

♪It keeps me warm at night♪

(Shanghai Station)

Dear Class of 2003, welcome.

(Welcoming the New Students) You must be looking forward

to your upcoming campus life.

To ensure a safe and orderly registration,

we will guide you

through the procedures.

(Green Channel)

Our department registration is just ahead.

- Right over there. - Okay.

Hello, is this the Psychology Department?

Yes, it is.

Okay, okay, okay.

- Okay, okay. - Please fill out this form first.

Let me see.

Sign here, right?

Here's the Psychology Department.

Anyone else?

Psychology students, come this way.

Journalism and Communication Department.

The Journalism and Communication Department is over here.

Then turn left.

Then turn right.

Then you're here.

Any more Psychology students for registration?

Hey, where are you going? Let me help you.

No need, I can manage myself.

Thank you.

Journalism and Communication Department.

Register for Journalism and Communication here.

The Journalism and Communication Department is here.

In the coming days,

you will embark on a new journey,

meet friends from all over,

learn rich knowledge,

and explore unknown fields.

So strong.

She must be an athlete.

You northerners are different.

Grown on bread, I bet.

She's pretty.

Which actress does she look like?

Hey, are you here

to welcome new students or choose brides?

Don't gossip about others.

- We... - Get back to work.

We're just being honest.

Unlike some people,

who keep it to themselves and don't say it out loud.

Right.

Senior,

there's a movie in the auditorium tonight.

Join me?

I already have plans.

Why do you always have plans when I ask?

When will you be free?

It's the start of the school year.

There are many welcoming events.

Sorry.

Alright.

Let me know

when you're free.

Sure.

- Thanks. - Sorry.

Why didn't you go?

I'm booked till Friday.

What's more important than a date?

Hu Lin is practically throwing herself at you.

You're so unromantic.

She's not my type.

Get back to work.

What type do you like?

Computer Science?

Hey, are you from Computer Science?

What's your name?

(Huang Yimei)

Su, how are you?

It's been over a month since school started.

I'm getting used to the climate and life here.

Though I call home every week,

there are some things I only want to tell you.

Writing to you feels like

(Would you like to read the new email now?) sorting out my thoughts.

My secrets go to you.

First, the good news.

I found a job.

I'm working as a waitress at a German beer house.

(Lecture on Chinese Modern Art History)

Psychology is the science of studying people.

I want to interact more with real people and society.

Learning by doing.

Studying taxes the mind,

and working taxes the body.

After classes and work,

my mind and body are exhausted.

I fall asleep as soon as I hit the bed.

Being back on campus

feels both familiar and strange.

The memories of books and classes haven't faded,

but I am no longer the person I once was.

I don't have many classes during the first year,

so I want to fill my time.

Aside from work,

I attend lectures, watch movies, and visit the library.

Being on campus keeps me busy.

With fewer people in my heart,

there's less friction,

and I feel much calmer.

(Kang)

Hello.

You can order now.

What would you like?

This one looks good.

Any drinks?

Anything else?

Alright, one moment.

Lin Hao,

I can't take that tutoring job

you recommended.

You should ask other classmates.

You're not tutoring anymore?

I found a part-time job

at a German beer house.

I don't have time now.

Come on.

Why suddenly work at a beer house?

How much can you earn waiting tables?

Why give up a white-collar job for a blue-collar one?

What are you thinking?

Tutoring is too easy.

I want to try some physical labor.

Balancing work and rest.

Okay.

Oh, Hu Lin came looking for you.

You're such a blockhead.

What does she see in you, anyway?

Tuna sandwich

with pickles,

olives with green peppers, and heated Thousand Island dressing.

I'm sorry.

Could you repeat that?

How can you work like this?

Was it that I didn't explain it well or you didn't understand?

Tuna sandwich

with pickles,

olives with green peppers,

and heated Thousand Island dressing.

Can you get it now?

I'm getting confused here.

Why is ordering so difficult?

Hello, what would you like?

Tuna sandwich

with pickles,

olives with green peppers,

and heated Thousand Island dressing.

The lady said she wants

Tuna sandwich with pickles,

olives with green peppers,

and heated Thousand Island dressing.

Right, Ma'am?

Exactly.

Your service is bad,

not even offering some tea.

Sorry, sorry about that.

Sorry.

One moment, Ma'am.

Thank you.

You're welcome.

Are you from Shanghai?

No, I'm from Yanji in the northeast.

I've been in Shanghai for a few years.

If you want to learn Shanghainese, I can teach you.

Thanks.

Why is she working?

Tell her in an email

to focus on her studies,

and not to worry about money.

I told her, but she doesn't listen.

I'll talk to you when we meet.

Zhenhua,

invite Su over for a meal someday.

- Why? - We miss your sister.

If you miss her, call her.

What's it got to do with Su Gengsheng?

From what you said,

Rose tells her everything.

Invite her over, and let's talk.

She has her own life.

She's not my sister's nanny

or your informant.

No need to make such a fuss over a meal.

Are you guys running circles around the South Pole or what?

I've told you. She's not my girlfriend.

What's going on?

If she's not your girlfriend, she's still a friend.

Let us meet her.

She's been there just a few days and got a job.

Oh, you coached her.

Finding a part-time job is easy for her.

Don't try to get info from me.

I'll tell you what needs to be said.

No coercion will work for what shouldn't be said.

I knew it.

A meal won't buy you off.

My mom's overthinking.

What do you mean?

She wants me to bring you home for dinner.

As my sister's friend,

not mine.

No, you're my friend,

but not that kind of friend.

You'll still meet my parents,

but not as a girlfriend.

Huang Zhenhua, do you like me?

Hello.

Did you enjoy the food?

You haven't eaten much.

Is it not good?

No, it's good.

It is good.

Do you like me?

Of course, I do.

You're talented and charming.

Even my sister likes you.

So, I do too.

Stop shaking.

Look at me.

Do you like me like you did your ex?

No.

What we have is a mentor-student bond.

Coach and her student.

A mentor-student bond.

Good.

How did you get that arm injury?

You noticed.

It means you've been paying attention to me.

I did notice you.

You've been coming for a week

and always asking me to serve you.

Ordering a big table of food each time

but barely eating.

I'm not here for the food.

You've successfully caught my attention

and my disdain.

I hate people wasting food.

Sorry.

Can I buy you a coffee

to apologize?

At least tell me your name.

In the store, call me "waitress".

I hope you stop

wasting food here.

Men shouldn't waste time

more than wasting food.

Okay?

Do you swim?

We could swim together sometime.

Sure.

Fang, join us.

Me?

I can't swim.

You're big

but can't swim?

A landlubber.

We'll plan other activities then.

Okay.

I'm off.

Bye-bye. Bye-bye.

Don't be late tomorrow.

Okay.

The bus is here. Bye-bye.

Sure.

(Route 60)

♪A rose alive♪

♪With a post-storm glow♪

♪Sunlight on her skirt♪

♪Like a splash of red in a dull world♪

♪I'll take her away at all costs♪

♪Plant her in the warmest corner of my heart♪

♪Give my love to her♪

♪Give everything to her♪

♪Watch her bloom proudly, just for me♪

♪I'll give her shelter♪

♪Miss her, weep for her♪

♪Hug her despite the thorns♪

♪In the end♪

♪Maybe I'll never understand all her feelings♪

♪Won't see stars she gazed upon♪

♪She holds her head high as if supporting me♪

♪Withering comes, but new blooms follow♪

♪I'll guard her day and night♪

♪She has sharp thorns, but I have gentle hands♪

♪Give my love to her♪

♪Give everything to her♪

♪Watch her bloom proudly, just for me♪

♪I'll give her shelter♪

♪Miss her, weep for her♪

♪Hug her despite the thorns♪

What's up, Huang?

We won the architecture award

and need to go to Sydney for the ceremony.

You go.

I need to go to Germany.

You're the department manager.

How would it look if I went?

I'll take care of the Germany project for you.

Why?

The trip to Germany is just three days

about meeting two suppliers.

It's barely enough to adjust to the time difference.

With a ceremony, tours, good food, and fun,

a week in Sydney is a cushy gig.

Why do you suddenly want to swap?

Do you want to swap or not?

I'll bring you a gift from Sydney.

Hello?

I'm working.

I'm going on a business trip to Germany next month.

I got it in exchange for the easy trip to Sydney.

Do you know why?

Although the schedule is tight,

I have one day

to visit Paris.

Rest assured.

I'm not persuading you two to reconcile.

Even though you've been apart for so long,

I know

you're still hurting inside.

Do you remember how you advised me back then?

I don't want you to make unnecessary sacrifices,

or to seek solace in desperation.

We need to uproot

this problem completely

to start a new relationship.

It's long gone.

Not dating isn't because of him.

You still need to give him an explanation.

Do you have any messages for him?

There's a string of teddy bear keys in my drawer.

Give it to him for me.

And

don't give him my Shanghai number.

Huang, you came all this way,

and you brought stuff. So troublesome.

I didn't bring much.

Just some Beijing snacks.

Probably can't find them in Paris.

- Please come in. - Thank you.

The house is a bit messy.

I'm actually moving.

Moving?

Shall we put down our stuff

and go downstairs to a restaurant?

No need. My train leaves this afternoon.

Can't stay long.

What would you like to drink?

Water is fine.

This place is nice.

My colleague rented this house.

We used to live together.

- Thanks. - Sit.

Then why move?

Is it inconvenient with a girlfriend?

I got a promotion this year.

Got a significant raise.

Wanted a change of environment.

The job is much easier now,

but I don't have the heart

for dating.

It's quite lively downstairs.

How is she?

Finally asked about her.