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"Blue Canvas of Youthful Days"

(Episode 1: The You I Met Was Blue)

Why, if I draw you one picture,

you have to draw me one picture?

Copycat.

What did you call me?

Boyfriend.

What?

Big idiot.

Stop, stop, stop...

Brother Xiao! I'm sorry!

You're still just like

the first time I met you.

What was your first impression of me?

Annoying.

Arrogant.

I thought at the time,

this kid is really annoying.

Better stay far away from me.

I'm telling you,

that wasn't the first time we met.

Are you going to draw or not?

Yes, yes, I'll draw.

So, when did we first meet?

That day, the award ceremony of

the art exhibition had just ended.

My dad picked me up.

The car got stuck in traffic

on the street near Boyi.

You seemed to be running

from someone at the time.

You were hiding right next

to my family's car.

Do you remember?

I could see you from the car window.

But you couldn't see me.

The distance between us was about...

this close.

Yeah, I just picked him up.

About that publicity,

let's do it that way.

We'll be there soon.

Thank you, Lao Zhang, for handling it.

Alright.

We've arranged a small fan interview

for you later.

This award, both Dad and your teachers

are really proud of you.

Your previous teachers and professors,

In the interview, make sure

to express your gratitude.

I'll have Xiao Li send you

the script later.

Okay, Dad.

Stop!

Chase him! Stop running!

Stop running! After him!

Stop running away!

At the end of 2017,

another piece of good news came.

Every day, you just look at

some nonsensical stuff.

I have a social event later.

After the interview,

let the driver take you home.

Okay, Dad.

So, being able to win this award,

I also have to thank the teachers who

guided me on my artistic journey.

(3rd Prize, Asian Youth Artists' Joint Exhibition 2017)

Then, the Qi family can truly

be called an artistic family.

My father founded the Qingshi Art Museum

when I was very young.

I spent most of my childhood there.

By my father's side.

Watching excellent works

and learning from outstanding artists.

To me, my father is my role model.

What inspired you, Xiao Qi,

to create this work that feels

so full of life and vitality?

Hello, are you there?

May I ask if the blogger's work

is for sale?

My father taught me from

a young age to observe life.

He often said art is derived from life.

He also frequently took time to

accompany me on sketching trips

to gather creative inspiration.

This painting started out

as a small sketch.

I heard that Xiao Qi's mother

was also an artist.

How did she influence you?

My mom was indeed an excellent artist.

She left behind many works

when she was still alive.

After she passed away,

my father collected her works

and made them part of the

Qingshi Art Museum's collection.

Even though she left early

both she and my father hoped that

I would follow the path of art.

(Hello, are you there? May I ask if the blogger's work is for sale?)

(Why are you smiling?)

Nothing.

It's just my phone. A scammer.

Dad.

What did you say to the reporters today?

I'm asking you a question!

Dad.

I'm sorry.

I was wrong.

Why did you mention her, you scum?

Didn't she abandon you back then?

And you still call her Mom?

You still call her Mom?

Speak up!

Huh? Speak up!

Huh? Why do you call her Mom?

She's a whore.

She's a scum.

She wronged us. She wronged Dad.

Why do you keep bringing her up?

Why do you call her Mom?

Say something!

(How is the studio?)

(Brother Yang is very nice, right?)

He's been really good to me.

Plus, his artwork is amazing.

But I'm still worried

about going to the studio.

Grandpa now...

(It's okay, I'm here)

(Grandpa's happiest moment)

(will be when you go to college)

Alright. I've already signed up

for the college entrance exam.

Stop worrying about me.

Yeah.

Let's eat, let's eat.

If I don't keep an eye on you two,

who knows how late you'll stay out.

I'll watch the store.

Don't go out, okay?

Just sit here and watch TV.

Okay.

Otherwise, Xiao Tan and I'll have to go

looking for you again at night.

Got it. You're so naggy, go eat.

Grandpa. How much for the beer?

Grandpa.

Old miser.

All day long, can't leave the house,

just counting money.

What do you know?

Wait until you get old

and lose your memory.

All you'll know is to tear paper.

Counting money

may not be possible.

Halfway into the grave

and still busy counting money.

Our Qin Xiao is going

to college this year.

Next year, I'll go with him

to keep him company.

Of course we need to save some money.

It's that Jiyi Art Studio.

Everything's arranged for you.

I'm going on a business trip,

won't be back for a month.

If you need anything,

just ask Uncle Zhang.

If you need money,

go straight to Secretary Zhang.

When you're out there, remember

think before you speak and act.

(Boyi Studio)

(Wei Jiayu)

Be careful not to damage anything.

Newcomer, haven't

registered to the dorm yet?

Are you the kid who won the

Asian Youth Exhibition a while ago?

Qi, right?

Qi Lu.

Yes, Qi Lu.

Come. Let's talk in my office.

Please sit.

Did you come to see the studio today

because you wanted to know

the details of the training?

Your parents didn't come?

It's a bit late to start intensive

training at this time of year.

Are you Uncle Zhang?

I've always heard my dad talk about

how Uncle Zhang's studio produces

top students every year.

So before my exams, my dad sent me here.

I have some basic skills,

I shouldn't fall behind.

My dad said he's counting on you

for the next while.

I'll be in your care.

You're talking about Lao Zhang's studio.

Their Ji Yi studio is

upstairs through that door.

Our studio here is called Boyi.

Oh.

Sorry, teacher. I must have walked

into the wrong place.

- Sorry for wasting your time. - No worries, no worries.

I saw your paintings on

the public account just yesterday.

They're really impressive.

If you go to Lao Zhang's

and aren't satisfied with anything,

consider coming over to our place.

We offer discounts for talented students

who have the potential to ace the exams.

I'm Liu Mingyang,

but the students here call me Lao Liu.

Hello, Teacher Liu.

I'll be heading out now.

Oh, Teacher Liu,

are those paintings outside

done by your studio's students?

Yes.

We put a lot of emphasis

on sketching here.

Doing a lot of sketching practice helps

students gain better control over forms.

Could I meet the student

who painted that piece?

I really admire their painting style.

Which one?

The one outside.

(Wei Jiayu)

Wei Jiayu, Qin Xiao!

Come to my office!

Look, Turtle.

Look.

How many points?

90.

90.

You dare sign your name

on a 90-point sketch? Idiot!

Qin Xiao.

It's my painting.

Why?

I took the money.

I was wrong.

Fine.

You two are cleaning the

bathrooms this week.

Since you like taking over for others,

replace the cleaning lady.

Turtle, your test score is nullified.

I won't make a big deal out of this now,

but next time,

don't let me catch you again.

Go, go, go!

Back to painting!

Sorry about that.

There's always one black sheep

in the family.

Sorry for the embarrassing display.

We're usually pretty strict here.

Teacher Liu,

Is it possible to study in your studio

without accommodation?

What's going on?

How did Lao Liu find out?

He's not blind.

You can fool the teaching assistants,

but he can tell who painted it

with just one glance.

There has to be some explanation.

You can't expect me to take the money

and still clean the bathroom.

What's with those eyes?

Just because you have the foundation.

Lao Liu sees you as a beloved son.

So you think you're somebody important.

What do you want to do?

Whatever.

Return the money.

I'll transfer the money back to you.

Is that okay?

Fine? Fine?

- Do you think... - Students!

I'm sorry.

I'm the one who asked Teacher Liu,

that's how he found out.

I'll transfer the money to you tomorrow.

I'll clean the bathroom.

If there's nothing else,

I'll head out.

Wait, student.

I see you like James, right?

Coincidentally, my dad's friend

in the U.S. managed to get the

new pair he just released.

Consider it my apology.

Let's just put this behind us.

Who are you trying to buy off?

Do you think you can just

throw money at my Turtle?

What did you just say?

Which generation?

Huh?

Coming here to cause trouble,

do you know who has come here

to cause trouble before?

Who do you think you're messing with?

I'm already in a bad mood today

and you just had to cross me.

We're Brother Wu's underlings.

Ask Brother Wu if he's okay with

you causing trouble here?

Alright, that's enough.

Alright, that's enough.

Alright, let's all go back.

Do you think Brother Wu will...

Don't worry.

There's no way Brother Wu

sent them to cause trouble.

We've known him for years now.

If anything comes up, let us know.

Didn't I tell you?

If anything happens, just call me.

Those two guys were bullying

Tan Yin just now.

They were going to leave without paying.

I didn't have time to call you yet

and now you're back already.

In the future, if there's an order...

Back then, I just thought he was

someone with a strange temper.

Very different from his paintings.

What's with those eyes?

I owe an apology with blue.

But I don't dare say it to him directly.

If it really is him,

if I could become his friend,

it would be much easier to say.

Life here is pretty convenient.

Plus, it's a new community

with new renovations.

It's a bit close to the urban village.

But for a guy living alone,

it shouldn't be a problem.

It doesn't look that great.

This place used to be a guesthouse.

It's already the best in terms of

renovations and overall conditions

in this area.

If you want to stay near this area,

there really isn't a better option.

Alright, let's sign the contract.

Okay.

Alright, I'm heading out now.

Report on your situation.

Already enrolled in

Uncle Zhang's art studio.

Sketching class is from 9 p.m.

to 11:30 p.m.

The dorm is a 4-person room.

Don't make any more mistakes.

You have a new order. Please check.

I'm going to deliver something to

the second floor next door.

Yeah.

It's you.

Here's what you wanted.

What's wrong?

My stomach is acting up again.

It's an chronic problem.

Can you help me inside

to rest for a bit?

Do you have any medicine?

I do.

But I need to eat before taking it.

I haven't eaten anything today.

What do you want to eat?

I'll go buy something for you.

No need.

I just bought a pot.

Could you cook some noodles for me?

You sure are blunt.

What,

do I have to feed you too?

That'd be nice.

You're feeling better already.

Take your medicine later.

- I'm leaving now. - Hey.

You can deliver the goods to my door.

The shop must be pretty close to here.

How about you cook a portion

for me every time?

I can pay you.

What the hell are you thinking?

(How's life at the art studio?)

Not bad.

How did you get to know Lao Liu?

Don't drink.

Don't drink.

(I can't hear you)

Earlier, there was

something else in your drink.

Don't drink.

(You know sign language?)

Let's go. I'll take you home.

Oh, that night...

Lao Liu was pretty nice to you.

(But he seems to treat me like)

(a big brother treats a little brother)

(I feel a bit disappointed.)

Geez.

Lao Liu is just like that.

He's a big warm guy.

He's nice to everyone.

Qin Xiao! Come to my office!

It's my painting.

What are you buying?

Oh.

Do you have drawing paper?

What kind of paper?

Qin Xiao.

No need, no need.

Already paid.