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[The Way Home]

[Episode 2]

Kids shouldn't smoke.

Jiashu.

It's really you.

You're back.

Where have you been all these years?

I've been looking for you.

This time,

are you coming home?

Hao,

do me a favor?

What do you need me to do?

Wait here.

Jiashu.

Did you see my messages on QQ?

Why didn't you reply?

I even messaged you yesterday

to wish you a happy birthday.

Thanks.

Glad you got it.

By the way,

did Auntie come back with you?

She's gone.

I came back to cancel her registration.

What happened?

Car accident.

I'm sorry.

Come, sit over there.

You look pretty good on camera.

Mr. He, we've reviewed the documents.

There's no problem.

Just have him read it out loud.

Thanks.

Here.

Sign it.

Sign...

Sign what?

Just sign it first.

[Recipient: He Jiahao]

What is this, Jiashu?

Say it to the camera.

Say what?

Say you agree.

I... I agree?

Hold on, kid.

You have to say it to the camera,

and then finish

reading the document title.

Alright, ready.

Three, two, one.

Go.

I, He Jiahao,

agree to accept

all assets and shares

gifted by He Jiashu.

I don't agree!

Jiashu,

what are you doing?

Just paying back the He family

what I owe.

Keep the rhythm steady,

and stay in sync, got it?

Then stretch forward together

with the paddle.

Keep the rhythm steady.

Keep it balanced side to side.

That's how you keep the pace right.

Got it?

Got it.

Jiahao, do you know how to row a dragon boat?

Join us later.

I don't know how.

Didn't your brother teach you?

Didn't your family make him learn?

He's different,

not like me,

always climbing around like a monkey.

Besides,

who says everyone has to know how to row?

♪ The raindrops fall against our will... ♪

Jiashu!

- Uncle! - Jiashu!

Get lost. Get out!

Uncle!

Get out of here!

Out!

He divorced your mom while he was alive.

Our He family

has no blood ties with you.

Jiashu!

Get out of here!

Go!

Jiashu!

Jiashu!

Jiashu, please don't go.

Don't leave!

Don't leave, Jiashu.

It's all my fault, Jiashu.

Don't go, Jiashu. I know I was wrong.

It's all my fault, Jiashu.

Don't leave.

Jiashu!

Jiashu!

♪ It's bad weather ♪

♪ And I've rewritten the past all wrong ♪

♪ I wish I could hold onto that clearing sky ♪

♪ The mist rising as we pass through ♪

♪ Rain-soaked alleys ♪

Hao,

it's the weekend and no school today.

Why are you up so early?

I'm going to extra classes.

Kids these days have it so tough.

Long,

don't be so mad.

Cut the crap!

I came to see you as soon as I got back.

Don't be so petty.

Oh, really?

You left without a word.

And now you show up like nothing happened.

What do you take me for?

A hotel?

Gone for so long without a word.

Did you die somewhere out there?

If your phone doesn't work, throw it in the Xiqiao River.

Don't bother coming back!

Long,

giving up so soon?

What? You think I'm no match for you, He Jiashu?

Don't think I won't hit you.

Not blocking?

Why didn't you hit me?

Oh...

You couldn't bring yourself to.

See? Can't do it again?

Let's see if I care.

Long.

Got enough?

Alright, alright, I was wrong, my bad.

Don't you have a phone?

I was wrong.

You admit it now?

Yes, yes, I was wrong!

What exactly were you wrong about?

Eight years of disappearing.

Eight years!

You didn't even treat me like a friend.

Jiashu.

Not even a single call.

I know, I was wrong.

Jiashu!

Have you made up your mind

to sign it?

I'm not signing it.

Those things belong to you.

Then why are you here?

Leave.

Stop getting in the way.

I'm not leaving.

Then what do you want?

I... I want

to apologize.

Apologize?

How exactly?

I...

I...

Long.

Don't mind him.

Let's go another round.

I'm done.

My arms and hands are sore.

I'm not playing with you.

How about

I play with you?

You?

What?

Want me to beat you up?

And call it an apology?

If you're scared, then get out.

Wait!

I'll do it.

Shu,

let's just call it off.

Look at him. How's he going to fight?

You don't even know how to put on gloves.

Let's just call it off.

I can do it.

Be careful.

Safety first, got it?

Your fate is in your hands.

Think it through.

Let's go.

Alright.

He Jiashu, are you serious?

Still fighting?

Come on!

Fight me!

Throw a punch!

Didn't you want to fight me?

Why are you dodging?

Think it'll help?

You think getting hit is an apology?

He Jiahao,

throw a punch!

Hit me back!

Hao, what are you doing?

You clearly don't know how to row.

If you can't do it,

don't force yourself.

Hao,

come.

It's okay.

You don't know how to fight, but still insisted on trying.

Why were you so eager to get beaten up?

Your brother, that blockhead,

doesn't know how to handle a beginner.

Don't blame him.

It's my fault.

Do you know what you did wrong?

You're too stubborn.

So, take my advice,

don't be too hard on yourself.

Take your time

with him.

Alright, don't bother him today.

Or you'll both feel worse.

Dad wants you to steer the Chen family dragon boat team.

Are you going or not?

I'm talking to you.

Did you hear me?

I'm not going.

The dragon boat race is a matter of family honor.

Dad has always taken it seriously.

Even I have to make time for it before my exams.

Why aren't you going?

Didn't they say before that women can't row?

Now that you're short on people, you think of me?

This is an official competition.

There's no such rule.

Well, I'm still not going.

Madam.

Ruonan.

I'm here for a hair dye.

Take a seat and wait for a bit.

I'll have some lemon water then.

Sure.

Don't dye your hair too much.

I've looked into it,

hair dye contains PPD,

a Group 2 carcinogen.

You've always been weak,

so take care to avoid getting sick.

Do you believe

I'll send you to the hospital right now?

Get up!

Madam,

running such a big salon on your own,

can you handle it?

Why not hire someone

to help you out?

If you wear yourself out,

I'll feel bad.

You're just good with sweet talk.

I'm just being honest.

I always speak the truth.

I just like women

who are both pretty and capable.

So, how about a hair treatment?

Are you doing it for me?

Then, of course!

That way, I can spend more time

with you.

Alright, wait for me then.

Madam,

is there a He family in your village?

They seem pretty well-off.

You must mean the He family from the north village.

They're a well-known

and respected family around here.

They even led

the Dragon Boat Blessing Ceremony yesterday.

Do you know them?

Not exactly.

We just had dealings years ago.

Since I'm here in Xiqiao,

I'd like to visit some old acquaintances.

By the way,

do you know their address?

Alright, take a break, everyone!

Lunch is here. Come get your meal boxes!

Hold on, hold on.

There's plenty left, grab what you like.

Rice rolls, rice noodles, and fried noodles.

Share them over there.

Hao, I got you one.

Thanks, Long.

Long,

what about my brother's?

Your brother

is fired up right now.

No idea why he's so moody today.

Just eat your food.

Don't worry about him.

Jiashu, you've been at it for so long.

Eat something first.

No need.

He Jiashu!

Why did you spill the lunch box?

If you don't want it, give it to someone else.

I paid for it.

I'll pay you back.

[Junyilong Sports Club]

Long, we're leaving. Bye.

- Bye. - Bye.

Look at him,

sitting there all day without eating.

Hao is...

Yeah.

I'm about to close up.

What about Hao?

Not my problem.

You brought him here,

so figure it out yourself.

You've been following me all day.

What do you want?

I... I want...

I want...

He Jiahao,

some things have already happened.

Nothing you do can change that.

Do you understand?

Come with me.

Get on.

Jiashu, I...

Didn't you say you could do anything?

Then get on the boat and show me you can row.

No, Jiashu,

you know

I had an accident rowing when I was a kid.

I can't...

Exactly.

Some things can't just be left in the past.

If you can't get over it,

it'll never be over.

I can.

He Jiashu, what are you trying to do?

Your brother had an accident before.

You know he's afraid of water, and you're still pushing him?

What if something happens again?

I'm not forcing him.

He can leave if he wants.

I'll go.

Now you see.

Some things

can't just be brushed off with words.

What's done is done,

just as the capsized boat.

What you should do

is let go of this boat

and move on with your life.

He Jiashu.

Hao, get up first.

Ruonan, I'm here.

Aunt Zhang, I've been waiting for you forever.

Why are you so dressed up today?

Hey, stop being nosy!

Are you dating someone?

What does a little kid like you know?

What are you here for?

To dye my hair.

What color?

Black, of course.

Didn't I tell you the school doesn't allow students to dye their hair?

You never listen.

Well, I just want to be as pretty as you

so I can date a handsome guy.

You little sweet talker.

Alright, I'll give you a discount today.

Thanks, Aunt Zhang!

Bye, madam.

You've got good taste.

I'll go mix your color.

Alright.

Playing chess?

Where are you going?

To buy groceries.

I'm off. No more games.

Come by again when you're free.

That kid

hasn't gone back to the He family.

Isn't that the guy from Aunt Zhang's shop?

No way,

you must've mistaken him.

Let's go.

Why is it pouring all of a sudden?

Come closer, don't get wet.

Jiashu,

are you asleep?

I was so happy

to see you today.

Honestly,

I've wanted to apologize all these years.

What happened eight years ago

was all my fault.

Jiashu,

even if you don't want to forgive me,

could you at least let me do something for you?

Otherwise,

[Send] I really can't stand myself.

[Second-Year Mock Exam Results]

Why are you back so late?

Why are you soaking wet?

Couldn't you find some shelter?

Go take a shower, now.

Come on.

Stop right there.

He Jiahao,

impressive, huh?

Your grades have dropped so much!

[Second-Year Mock Exam Results] What's going on?

Explain yourself!

He Jiahao,

are you even

focusing on your studies?

Do you realize the college entrance exams are coming up?

Dropping your grades now,

what, you don't want to go to college anymore?

Do you know the whole family

takes care of everything for you every day

just so you can get into a good college

and have a bright future?

Do you think this is fair to everyone?

That's enough.

We'll talk about his studies later.

Look at him, he's soaked through.

Let him shower first.

For a student,

grades are the most important thing!

What are you doing?

Not even a hint of remorse,

huh?

Fine.

If that's how you want to be,

forget about going back to your room.

Go kneel in the ancestral hall!

Now!

Come on, he's like this and you're still punishing him?

Jiahao.

Jiahao.

Let him kneel.

A cold won't kill him.

Look at how scared you've made him.

[He Family Ancestral Hall]

[Uphold the Legacy]

Now you see.

Some things

can't just be brushed off with words.

What's done is done,

just as the capsized boat.

What you should do

is let go of this boat

and move on with your life.

You think getting hit is an apology?

He Jiahao,

throw a punch!

Hit me back!

Hit me!

♪ A playful June drizzle ♪

♪ Shadows of trees can't fully cover ♪

♪ The fading little sun ♪

♪ The raindrops fall against our will ♪

♪ Passing in a flash ♪

♪ Hiding in the reflection of a mirror ♪

♪ Dreams too deep to wake from ♪

♪ Even moss wears a flowery coat ♪

♪ Listening to the rain fall here ♪

♪ We nod, like quiet sighs ♪

♪ Hearts weighed down, damp and heavy ♪

♪ Watching the relentless downpour ♪

♪ So unreasonable ♪

♪ A brief pause ♪

♪ And you come to mind ♪

♪ Watching the rainy season fade away ♪

♪ The summer breeze quiets down ♪

♪ I can't bring myself to lift my pen ♪

♪ Before I could ♪

♪ Tell you ♪

♪ It's bad weather ♪

♪ And I've rewritten the past all wrong ♪

♪ I wish I could hold onto that clearing sky ♪

♪ The mist rising as we pass through ♪

♪ Rain-soaked alleys ♪

♪ Watching the relentless downpour ♪

♪ So unreasonable ♪

♪ A brief pause ♪

♪ And you come to mind ♪

♪ Watching the rainy season fade away ♪

♪ The summer breeze quiets down ♪

♪ I can't bring myself to lift my pen ♪

♪ Before I could ♪

♪ Tell you ♪

♪ It's bad weather ♪

♪ And I've rewritten the past all wrong ♪

♪ Maybe luck is still on my side ♪

♪ Maybe my wild dreams ♪

♪ Can go on ♪