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Okay.

Mr. Lam, we're ready.

I have a question.

What do you worry about most as you enter middle age?

Am I really that old?

Right.

Didn't you ask me to do this interview...

for "Rental Uncle"?

This business...

has closed down.

Are you serious?

Brat, calm down.

Even if it's out of business, I have a lot of stories to tell you.

Let me tell you.

There are many things...

that people can't control.

Especially men.

Look.

You're being tortured by women before you're even a month old.

You'll find the ones who torture you the most...

are the women in your family.

Let's take a look at Zeng Nam.

Look at my grandson.

Look how cute he is.

You two have to work harder this year...

to give the Can family an heir.

Got it. We'll do our best.

Right. Why don't we take a photo?

- Sure. Come on. - Let's take a photo with Zeng Nam.

Zeng Nam.

- One more plate, please. - I'll give it to you later.

Stop eating. It's rude.

What's there to be afraid of? We're family.

It's good that I didn't pack.

Those women usually don't like you.

However, you can't control them.

Dad, watch your cholesterol.

That's right.

Your belly is getting bigger than a pregnant woman's.

All right. I'll get it all out now.

Well, you can't even control your own body.

For example, your weight and cholesterol.

Of course.

There are some men who succeed at a young age.

However, they have their own worries.

Take this guy for an example.

Sometimes, wanting to be alone in peace...

isn't as easy as it seems.

That brat is late again.

Mr. Biu.

Ben, I'm leaving.

No, Sam said he's just around the corner.

Do you really believe what he said?

If you had asked me back then...

what the best state for a middle-aged man is,

I would say it's having no worries about marriage or money.

Hey, sorry for being late.

I was shopping for a bracelet with Emily.

This is for your sister.

You're too kind.

Your dad is angry. Hurry and comfort him.

What occasion is this?

Of course, I have to greet the host first.

I don't even need to bother with my dad.

I'm not being rude.

I'm simply easygoing.

Thank you for coming...

to my grandson Zheng Nam's 100-day celebration.

Kids these days are really fortunate.

Back in the day, we didn't have these kinds of celebrations.

Hey.

Pay up.

- I told you. She'll go up alone. - When I was still a kid...

- Let's hear her out first. - ...passed away.

Although I'm the grandma,

at such an important moment,

we definitely need to invite the Can family's eldest son, Ben,

to say a few words.

Well, I...

Oh my gosh.

I'm sorry.

It's all over your pants.

There's no tissue.

You need to go to the toilet first.

- Please serve the food first. - The Chinese onions are poisonous.

- Go ahead. Don't wait for me. - Excuse me.

I'm soaking wet.

That's how men are.

It's all about knowing how to move around smartly.

A quick triangle pass at the right time...

will let you catch your breath.

(Episode 1, My Daughter Is Not for Rent!)

This is where the four of us gather.

(This is a work of fiction.)

Own goal.

Hang in there.

This Brandt...

is just like your sister.

He's so bossy.

Hey.

Let's not talk about women here.

Of course.

- What is this? - Sam.

This is good stuff.

It tastes awful.

Beer suits me better.

You're so generous. Is this Lafite?

It's just a secondary brand.

Mr. Luk.

How long do you plan to stay single?

I feel comfortable like this now.

Speak human language.

Just like how you are now.

You have Emily.

What's the point of that?

It's different.

It's not as simple as having another person.

This is called a partner.

What is a partner?

It's someone who's by your side when you wake up every day.

She not only takes care of your daily needs...

but also helps manage the household finances.

Most importantly, it's about having a young woman...

to help you with your health.

Eat it.

It's delicious.

In this world, no one can be with you forever.

You know that, Lam Muk Sam.

Being human...

means inherent loneliness.

What about being a chicken?

It's having a mouth full of mush.

Thank you. That was well said.

- Born as beef... - And die as a radish.

That's great.

That's a wrap.

Hurry up and pay. Don't look both ways.

Pay up.

What's the big deal about Manchester City?

They boast about all those trophies,

having a tactical genius,

undefeated streaks, and Guardiola.

Can that guy even play football?

No wonder he's bald.

- That's why you're good. - Come on.

Manchester City barely loses any games in a season...

and yet you bet on the right one.

You two are more profitable than the betting agencies.

Don't worry.

- You're the top salesperson. - Hey.

What?

The rent.

Right.

That's right.

Wait.

One, two. That's right. The amount is correct.

- Hey. - Hey.

Stop pretending.

What is it?

The rent.

The rent.

I don't have enough money. I'll pay you next time.

Again?

I just lost 3,000 dollars to you. How could you not have any money?

No, the rent is 4,000 dollars.

I only have 3,000 dollars, so it's not enough.

No, guys...

- Hey. - You're always like this.

- Catch him. - Give me your bag.

- I really don't have it. - Let's take a look first.

- Don't move. - Don't kneel.

There's money.

This is one of our best-selling models.

It features all-red Italian leather...

and has 21 of the highest-grade Italian speakers.

It's 100 percent Italian.

It's as elegant as you, Mrs. Can.

It has a V6 engine with twin turbos...

and a maximum horsepower of 530.

Besides its top-notch power and responsiveness,

I'd say it has the best handling and steering feel in its class.

Don't just listen to me.

Get in the car and feel it.

What do you mean?

Choosing a car is much like choosing a husband.

The key is to have a solid and powerful overall package...

that also listens to you, right?

Don't say that.

Mrs. Can, I think you're really good at driving.

I rarely see women like you.

You have a great husband and drive steadily.

Okay, I'll take this one.

Thank you, Mrs. Can.

Take care.

Bye.

You're good, Sam.

The last one is sold out.

Come in for a minute.

Fire me?

I've been the top salesperson for five years straight.

But you're always late and leave early.

Tell me.

Have you been on time even once this month?

Despite that, I'm still the top salesperson.

But the company has its rules...

and I can't cover for you forever.

You don't have the right to fire me.

Can any of those new hires out there...

close two deals a month?

Sam.

It's the age of artificial intelligence now.

Customers can just go online, press a few buttons,

pick a car they like, and place an order.

In a few years,

we might not even need a salesperson.

Just think of it as early retirement.

You aren't aiming for a long-term career here, right?

Simon.

You and AI seem to get along well.

You are both emotionless.

There are plenty of things in this world...

that AI can't replace.

Many jobs need someone with good communication skills.

I have plenty of opportunities out there.

Retirement?

That's for you, loser.

Surprise, babe.

What now?

Babe, have you forgotten?

Today is our 520th day of dating.

I love you.

That's amazing.

Go decant the wine.

I have to cook the steak.

This one?

It's 5,000 dollars. It's cheap.

There's also this A5 Wagyu beef, black truffles,

and fish maw chicken soup with abalone.

I'll go cook the steak.

Babe.

Listen to me.

Come on. Sit down.

We're not eating steak or drinking tonight.

Why?

Because...

I'm not working anymore.

I have some new ideas, so...

So?

Isn't AI and blockchain quite trendy lately?

I invested a bit in that.

So you're short on cash flow right now.

It's just temporary.

You know many companies are fighting to hire me.

Everything will be back to normal by next month.

You don't trust me?

How could that be?

If I don't trust you, who else would I trust?

So let's keep this bottle of wine for now.

Let's save it for...

I used your credit card today to buy a gift for you.

Happy 520.

Come and see if you like it.

I spent a long time choosing it.

This is the latest design.

A lot of people are waiting in line, but they still can't get it.

How much is it?

It doesn't even cost 10,000 dollars.

Is it that cheap?

Yes, I've always been considerate of your wallet.

However,

I can't hold back my hands.

I bought a handbag for myself.

Babe, you won't blame me, right?

It's okay.

Really?

Tomorrow, we'll...

return it.

We pay the rent first.

I'll buy it for you next month.

The sales assistant reserved this bag for me a long time ago.

- Be good. I'll buy you ten more. - No.

Let's eat then.

We have to eat,

but let's eat something light today.

We'll return...

those Wagyu beef and black truffles tomorrow.

Can we return them?

We won't know until we try.

- Did you keep the receipt? - Yes.

- That's good then. - What about the soup?

We have to drink the soup.

Don't waste it.

Okay.

Trust me.

We'll solve the problem.

Let's heat up the soup first.

He's awake.

I'll get him some water.

His knees are so weak.

He must have taken too much...

aphrodisiac.

How long have I been asleep?

It has been a whole day.

We couldn't find him since yesterday, right?

Sam.

Your expensive cups and saucers are all gone.

Do you have other cups?

Where's Emily?

Your girlfriend ran away.

Crazy.

The number you have dialed is not registered.

Hurry and check your account.

Crazy.

(Account summary, 87.40 dollars)

Crazy.

It's gone.

It's all gone.

Well, you still have this leather couch.

I still have your two luxury watches.

They're fake.

Then it's really all gone.

Lam Muk Sam.

By the time you see this,

I've gone to a very faraway place.

Don't come looking for me.

Because I've decided...

to say goodbye to you.

You know that, right?

You're a hollow shell and have nothing of your own.

Your house is rented, your car is on a loan,

and even the bags you buy me are in installments.

Besides, you should know the biggest problem between us.

- Watch until the end. - No.

You're not a race car. You're just a bike.

After all this time together, I've never had an orgasm.

- Not even once. - A bike?

I'm not a young man anymore.

What's so strange about slowing down a bit?

Even Messi isn't top-notch every game.

- Right? - Yes.

- I understand. - You're right.

I told you.

Why are you pursuing a young girl?

Here, use this first.

Crazy.

Come on.

I only took a small hit.

A partner doesn't always have to mean a girlfriend or wife.

It can be a friend too.

Come on.

- Come on. Don't be shy. - Come on. Take it.

- Why are you shy? - Take this too.

My house in To Kwa Wan hasn't been rented out yet.

You can stay there for now.

Is that all?

The rent there is 12,000 dollars a month.

Okay, 12,000 dollars.

Half price for the first six months and then full price after that.

Darn you.

I'm just kidding.

Come on.

It's going to be all right.

Miss, we didn't order takeout.

Who are you looking for?

Wait. I'll take back what I said.

You have another girlfriend?

How can I help you?

I told you not to bring girls here.

Ma Sha.

When did you...

come back from the US?

Why didn't you tell me?

I came back to visit Grandpa a few days ago.

I came here to tell you something.

You can still make it if you go to the airport now.

The airport?

The woman who stole from you went to the airport.

How do you know that?

I went to your house this morning.

There was nothing at home and you were unconscious.

I guessed it.

Well...

Since you came this morning,

why didn't you wake me up?

You reek of alcohol and your breath stinks.

I didn't want to touch you.

Stop talking. Let's go.

Why the airport?

I borrowed the CCTV footage from the security downstairs.

The woman pulled a big suitcase and carried a down jacket.

Since it's August,

she must be heading to the Southern Hemisphere.

I've checked.

There's only a flight to Melbourne today...

and it won't depart until 2pm.

You still have time.

Emily and I have broken up.

Let's talk when we get home, okay?

Are you really not going to the airport?

Let's talk when we get home.

(Overdue Rent Notification)

Do you have a home?

I'll book a hotel then.

So? Which hotel are you staying at?

I'm not staying at a hotel.

Where are you staying then?

Go.

Don't come back.

Go.

Go.

Get lost!

If you don't help me, I'll never come back!

You brat.

Don't come back if you have the guts!

Go!

Go!

Go!

Get lost!

Go!

Did you get injured?

Sha Sha.

Don't mind him. Let's eat first.

- Grandpa, let's eat. - Good girl.

I'll order takeout.

Something light.

I'll order a sashimi platter.

Do you want some sushi?

- Have some vegetables, Grandpa. - Okay.

Have some tea.

Thank you, Grandpa.

Since Ma Sha is back from the US,

I'll move back to stay with you.

You're always so prideful and arrogant.

You deserve to be deceived by that wench.

What's your plan?

I know what I'm doing.

I don't want you to disturb Grandpa for too long.

How dare you talk to me like that?

I haven't asked you yet.

You suddenly came back from the US without a word.

Isn't KT keeping you company?

I've grown up. I don't need his company.

You should have told me that you're back from the US.

It's none of your business.

You don't usually come back.

Now that you're back, it's chaos at home.

She has no respect for her elders.

You're about the same.

Let Sha Sha sleep in your room.

You sleep in the living room.

Don't worry.

I'll move out as soon as I get a job.

You're still so vain at your age.

What's the point?

Lam Ma Sha.

I'm going out for a job interview.

Let's celebrate with good food tonight.

This latest electric SUV...

is made so luxuriously.

Are you hiring?

Are you hiring?

There's no vacancy at the moment.

Our company's turnover rate is low.

There's no vacancy at the moment.

I'll call you if I need anything.

Bye, Sam.

Bye.

After five o'clock,

the bakery around the corner...

will have those near-expired breads...

at half price,

which is a lot cheaper.

I've been hanging around here for three months,

so I'm quite familiar with this area.

It's my wife.

As long as I don't answer...

and pretend to be busy,

everything will be fine.

They'll have a buy three, get one free offer on bread later.

Let's go together.

Sorry.

I don't need it.

What happened?

Why are you so badly injured?

Mr. Biu, your granddaughter is getting prettier as she grows up.

Bear with me.

(Unrestrained Wind: Is there a deal for tomorrow?)

(Ma Sha: Sorry, something happened at home these past few days.)

(Can we change it to next week?)

(Ma Sha: Do you want the full set?)

(Unrestrained Wind: Yes. How much is it?)

Delivery.

Delivery for what?

I bought an induction stove for you, Grandpa.

The house is a mess. Don't use gas anymore.

It's dangerous.

My granddaughter is better than my son.

Mr. Can is not as lucky as you.

I know.

He was sent to an old folks' home recently.

His son and grandson have emigrated for years...

and haven't come back to visit him.

He won't even take his medicine.

He won't even eat.

It's good that he has cognitive disorders.

At least he doesn't know anything.

He doesn't have to worry.

If his son is willing to come back,

visit him, and talk to him,

I'm sure he can live for a few more years.

Have you considered hiring someone to pose as his son and grandson?

Sorry, Mr. Lam.

None of the credit cards are working.

Is this one not working?

Mr. Lam, we've tried many times.

Maybe it's really the credit card issue.

Why don't you buy it next time?

Let me make a call first.

Please reserve it for me.

I'll pay you back when I get a job.

It's nothing.

How much do you owe?

A few hundred thousand.

I never knew...

the bank's interest rates were so high.

I have to keep going...

and hang in there.

In my forties,

if I were to sum it up...

in one word...

Failure.

I have nothing left.

But on the bright side,

you still have your dad,

your daughter,

and a car.

Forget it.

My daughter only defies me and favors her grandpa.

She didn't know that her grandpa was the one...

who was most against me having her.

And this car.

Gas prices are so high now.

Every press on the pedal costs money.

It really hurts to even push a little harder.

It's all a matter of choice.

What you want to say and don't want to say.

What you need and don't need.

It's Ma Sha.

Yes, this is a Maserati.

I mean Lam Ma Sha.

I need your help.

Let's go, Dad.

Grandpa.

Dad.

Who are you?

I'm Tung Tung, your granddaughter.

This is your son, Wa.

I'm Wa.

Wa?

Why do you look different?

You don't look like father and daughter.

How is that possible?

Look, we look exactly the same.

We're still on good terms.

- Right? - Yes.

We're on good terms.

We're really on good terms.

Dad.

Remember to take your medicine and eat on time.

We're going home for dinner too.

Bye.

I haven't been out for a long time.

I often stay here.

I don't even know what's going on out there.

Okay.

Let's go home for dinner.

Let's not eat out.

It's not healthy to eat out.

It's a waste of money.

Let's save as much as we can.

I know it's not easy for you to be out there.

I understand,

so I don't blame you.

Let's go home and cook.

Let's go home.

Come on. Let's go.

Dad.

Be careful. There's a step.

Wa.

Your old house is so beautiful.

I'm so forgetful.

I forgot everything.

Why did it have to be my house?

Because you're single.

The other two have wives.

It's troublesome.

Help me out.

Come on. Consider it an act of goodwill.

Wa.

Please don't buy so many useless things.

It's a waste of money.

Who is this guy?

He's my friend.

He's alone and has no family.

He's even unemployed lately, so I let him stay here.

That's right.

It's quite comfortable.

Don't look. Go upstairs.

I'll take care of it.

Come on.

I'll leave Mr. Can to you.

I'm going to cook.

You?

Are you sure?

I worked part-time in the US.

I'm better than you.

Let's eat.

Let's eat.

You even know how to steam fish.

Grandpa, let's eat.

Dad, let's eat.

Okay.

- Let's eat. - Let's eat.

Why are you two so quiet?

Why are you so distant?

Here, Dad.

Have a drumstick.

Thank you.

Have some fish.

Fish is good for you.

Dad, have some tomatoes.

Good boy.

My back hurts.

Wa, Tung Tung, come and help me.

Okay.

Where does it hurt?

Here on my back.

- Massage his shoulders. - Okay.

Here.

You and your daughter work together.

You're better than...

Better than Wing Biu.

Of course, Wing Biu is no match for us.

You're right.

- Do you feel better? - Yes, I do.

I wish you a smooth and successful life.

- It's fine. - That's right.

It's a granddaughter's duty to take care of her grandpa.

- It's fine. - That's right.

Just accept it.

Tung Tung has been in the US for so many years.

I've never given her any money.

Take this as compensation.

Come on. Accept it.

Thank you, Grandpa.

Actually,

I should thank you for visiting me.

I'm very happy today.

Let's split it in half.

No, think of it as pocket money from me.

Okay.

There are 5,000 dollars.

Mr. Can must know who we are.

Should we give it back to him?

Look how happy he is.

There's no need to expose him.

Forget it.

Just take it.

So...

Making others happy casually for a couple of hours...

and earning 5000 dollars...

is really better than going to work.

Actually, in the US and Japan, many people do this kind of work.

They call it human rental or errand services.

I know.

It's like a part-time girlfriend.

I see those tags on social media platforms...

and chat groups often have those messages popping up.

This business can be both legitimate and illegitimate.

You only know about the illegitimate side.

Some are just for dining.

Have you ever tried it?

How do you know so much?

I've seen it in the US.

Actually, this kind of rental business...

could work in Hong Kong as well.

I'm just kidding.

Wait for me.

Be careful of the cars.

Grandpa.

Has your hand recovered?

Almost.

You still remember?

I won't forget what you taught me.

Why don't you stay and help?

I can't communicate with him because our values clash.

I'm not asking you to help him.

He doesn't deserve your help.

I just want you to stay and keep me company.

You don't have to thank me.

Throw away your broken gas stove.

We use an induction stove now.

It's so convenient.

Sha Sha bought the same one yesterday.

We even installed it.

Waiting for you?

I'll return it then.

Are you willing to do that?

Don't assume I'm just concerned about my image.

I'm the best at being flexible and adaptable.

Ma Sha.

Come on. Help me.

It's heavy. Be careful.

Okay, come on.

Be careful.

Are you happy in the US?

How about your studies? How is it going?

Have you graduated?

I dropped out in the middle of my studies.

Why did you drop out?

It's important to go to university.

I don't have to go if I don't want to.

Are you done asking?

Well...

You may come back to Hong Kong for your studies.

It's the same.

I don't want to go back to studying at this age.

Besides, I don't have money for tuition and living expenses.

Money is nothing. Leave it to me.

You should take care of yourself first.

Let's take a break.

So is there anything you want to learn or do?

You don't even know what you want to do at your age.

Enough with the nagging. Carry it yourself.

Hey.

Are you leaving just like that?

I'm stuck.

Help me.

What are you bringing me here for?

Do you want to buy a car again?

Buy a car?

I want to sell my car.

By selling this car,

I can support you in studying in Hong Kong.

Wong.

- Yes? - I have something good for you.

You know how amazing my car is, right?

When I bought it, it was over 1.8 million.

It's two years old now.

The insurance fee is 300,000 dollars.

Now...

Lam Ma Sha.

Do you know why I named you Ma Sha?

Because I used to really like Maseratis.

That's why I named you Ma Sha.

Even though I'm selling my Maserati now,

I have you.

The money is enough for both of us.

I'll keep looking for a job...

and you'll stay...

and look for a school.

You don't need to feel embarrassed...

about going back to university at 25.

Back then, your mom also waited until you were in first grade...

before she returned to school.

Actually...

It was you who gave up my custody back then.

I don't need you to support me.

Keep the money for yourself.

I'm on my own and don't need to spend much.

If you don't want it, I'll just give it to your grandpa.

Have you finally thought about him?

How could I forget him?

Men have to keep their pride.

I haven't taken care of you all this time...

and I just want to make it up to you.

However,

I'll respect you.

Just tell me...

where you plan to go and what you want to do afterward.

I'll stay in Hong Kong,

but not for studying.

I want to do business.

What kind of business?

How about...

we start a business together?

Many people say the future belongs to artificial intelligence.

Concepts like the metaverse, big data, and the singularity...

are essentially just about computers.

They're just a bunch of data.

They lack emotions and communication,

so they will never be able to replace humans.

Even computer specialists have analyzed it.

Any job that requires...

face-to-face communication with people...

will not be replaced by computers.

So today,

I've decided...

to set up an everything-for-rent business.

As long as the customers pay,

we'll do anything for them.

Do you want to be a male escort?

I've been talking for so long and you still don't understand.

- What male escort? - No, Sam.

Listen to me.

If you want to be a male escort,

why don't you just find a rich woman?

What are you talking about?

Ma Sha and I will manage the business together.

Actually, I've heard of it.

In foreign countries, it's usually retired people...

who have some free time to try it out.

You're not serious about this, are you?

Ben, I think it's really doable.

Hong Kong is a lonely city.

Everyone is lonely.

We all have problems that we don't know how to express.

Everyone needs companionship and communication.

However, Hong Kong people are really reserved.

I don't think it will work.

I'll say it again.

Do whatever you want, but don't be a male escort.

What do you think?

I agree.

My good friend.

- Are you serious? - Yes.

Luk Ou, come here.

What?

Are you pushing your buddy into the fire?

That's right. Look at him.

Who would want to rent him?

Do you have a better camera?

Why do you need a camera?

There's business.

I need a camera to kick things off.

- You? Kick things off? - You? Kick things off?

Yes.

(Everything For Rent)

(Episode 1)

I'm sorry.

It's not called "Everything For Rent".

It's called "Rental Uncle".

Because my daughter is not for rent.

This is why Rental Uncle was born.

- Listen to me first. - What are you doing?

Put on your clothes first.