【FULL】A Love For Dilemma EP12 | 小舍得 | Song Jia 宋佳, David Tong 佟大为, Rulu Jiang 蒋欣, Jean 李佳航 | iQiyi
[English subtitles are available] [A Love for Dilemma] [Sponsored by Shanghai Cultural Development Foundation] [Culture & Art Salon] [Episode 12] Are you here because of that one slot? Not entirely. Of course I’m here for the other problems as well. For some matters, you know that hard work amounts to nothing, right?
You understand what I mean, right? Yes. I’ll tell you frankly then. Actually, both of you weren’t good enough back then. I went to find our superior and manage to get a slot for one of you. I promised them that I won’t tell anyone about this.
If not, if everyone gets a taste of it, they won’t be able to provide enough slots for everyone. I did ask you before, but you weren’t willing to speak up. Why are you telling me now? For me, if I think I’m right at something, I’m fine with what anyone says about me.
But, I felt like I did something wrong these past few days. It’s either I don’t try to get any slots for you two, or I should designate the person for the slot. I shouldn’t let both of you decide who’ll get the slot.
And make it seem like I gave you two the free will to choose. You were right that day. I did let you and your husband experience a cruel test in life. I made it seem like both of you have the free will to choose. Actually, you were right that day.
No matter what, I know I didn’t think it through. So, I’m sorry. I’ve let you down. I’m sorry. I heard that you have two daughters. One is your real daughter while the other one is your stepdaughter. Who did you give the chance to? It’s not that I’m virtuous or anything like that.
Although they aren’t my real daughter and grandson, they’ve been with me for many years. We still lack eight sets of fabric from Wei Nuan. But I think we still need to do some follow-up. -Alright. -Have the sets arrived? Do you need me to arrange someone to help you guys out?
-No. -They haven’t arrived yet? Look at the time. Didn’t you say they were on their way here this morning? Yeah, I’ve been trying to follow their progress. But it has been two hours since they updated their status. -I was going to call you. -Calm down. Mrs. Nan, look at the time.
Your sets haven’t arrived yet. The anniversary is tomorrow, you know? Please send them to us no matter how late you’ll be. I’ll wait here. Didn’t we say that they’ll arrive by afternoon? Calm down. I’ll try to get to the bottom of this. Alright, I’ll wait for your call.
Hello, is this Manager Wei from the logistics department? [Yes.] Look at the time. Where are the sets for Yi Bai Shopping Centre? [Mrs. Nan, I’ve arranged for them to be there by afternoon.] [But the delivery truck broke down on their way there.] [They haven’t managed to fix it yet.]
I thought they have a backup truck? Ask them to use it. [I called everyone I could.] [Online stores are having a promotion lately.] Alright, understood. Owen, Ah Li, put down your work and follow me. I’ve sent the location to you. Bring yourself and several men to that location.
Hello, sir. Are you supposed to deliver them to Yi Bai Shopping Centre? Yes. Our truck has broken down. We’re trying to fix it. I’ve spoken with Manager Tian. We’re here to collect them on her behalf. -Alright. -Hurry. -Nan Li! -Come over here. Give them to me. Give me two boxes. Be careful.
I’m quite lucky. I manage to get a big car. -That’s great. Time to work. -Okay. Here. Be careful. We’re done. Let’s take a break. Let’s stay here and help them decorate the place. No problem. Don’t worry. Alright, let’s take a break then. I have some water in my car.
Da Jun, bring it down and give them the water. Drink more water. Dear, I won’t return for dinner tonight. I’m working overtime. You don’t need to keep any food for me. Alright. Thanks. My hands are tired. You can’t handle responsibilities. Now, you can’t even open a water bottle. You’re a spoiled lady indeed.
It’s all thanks to you today. If not, our anniversary celebration would’ve been done for. This is my job as well. I’ve made arrangements with Ze Shu. Huan Huan can enter the Contest Prep Class at any time. You’re that amazing? How did you do that? I did spend some effort on it.
But it’s lucky that I managed to get it done. Thanks. That’s who you are. You will never thank me officially. What are you thanking me for? Is it for the water or Ze Shu? Whatever floats your boat, I guess. I’m thanking you for both the water, and especially for Ze Shu.
Look at that. In the past, I don’t like these kinds of designs. I thought they were too traditional. But now that I take a close look at it, I think they look great. It’s just like we could lead a good life if we distance ourselves from all the troubles. That’s the ideal life.
It’s a pity that it’s something unachievable. There are no peaceful moments ever since I became a mother. I only have one child. You have two. Even if I have two children, your mother had it rougher than me. People always say that women are weak, but mothers are strong.
That quote is not true at all. Were you weak before you became a mother? You got a point. It’s the same for you as well. No matter if you’re 37, 27, or 7 years old, you’ve always been as stubborn as ever. You’re the stubborn person here.
You’re arguing with me just because you want me to thank you. Thank you for today. We’re even now. Childish. You’re back this late? Are these shoes yours? They belong to Tian Yu Lan. I forgot to return it to her. You were helping her until now? I have no choice.
I can’t just let her company’s anniversary celebration be ruined. Come, sit down. -Are the children asleep? -Yes. I made some white fungus soup for you. Actually, I was curious about something in the past. The concubines we see in drama
Always go to the emperor’s study room at late night and tell the emperor that they’ve made some sort of soup for him. I was thinking that he should have better food since he’s an emperor. Yet they prepared something ordinary for him. -Now, I finally understand why. -Why?
If the emperor is busy with official affairs and the harem affairs day and night, he’ll be so exhausted that he won’t have the mood to chew on spare ribs. What did you have for dinner tonight? Tian Yu Lan ordered some fast food. It was quite filling.
I suppose you guys are cooperating with each other now. I did it because of my job. Yes, I know that. Actually, we don’t have deep grudges against each other, you know? Exactly. -But we don’t need to be friends. -You have a point. Are you doing a crosstalk?
I just saw that you’re in a good mood today. Listen, I almost tried to exact revenge on her using public affairs. I must never repeat this in the future. Actually, I can send the goods to her one day earlier.
But I thought they could make it in time even if I send them by today. Besides, it’s the busy period. Everyone is anxious. So, I admit that I was a little bit selfish. I wanted her to beg me during such crucial moments.
I don’t want to make it as if I’m doing everything in order to please her. I know you won’t be that selfish. You won’t do things that exceed your boundary. You’re just a little bit selfish. I can vouch for that. In the future, if she doesn’t offend me, I won’t offend her.
Choking each other like this is pretty tiring. You actually realized that? Those words actually came out from your mouth? If I say them to you, you would be angry at me. Madam, congratulations for being enlightened. What madam? I’m the emperor. Give me another bowl.
Can you call me to your room tonight as well? Go now. Hurry. Okay. It’s no problem at all. Yes. Is that so? That’s great. Of course we welcome your visit. Mayor Li, you don’t need to be so courteous. Alright, see you. Boss, what’s wrong? What’s wrong? Do you remember two days ago,
A parent said he wanted to donate tables and chairs to us in order to let his child enroll in our centre? Today, Mayor Li called us again. Doesn’t that mean we’re famous? Famous? Even so, we can’t take it if we accept too many students. Hello, this is Ze Shu. Mr. Fang?
Yeah, it’s convenient. Alright, see you later. Ask Xiao Wang and the rest to take out the red carpet. -Aren’t you signing it? -Take out the red carpet, understood? Why are you still standing there? Mr. Fang will arrive soon. He’s coming here for a sudden visit.
By the way, find 10 people and have them standby at the entrance. Where do I find 10 people right now? Find the janitor. You can find people from other companies as well, understood? -But… -Hurry up! He’ll arrive within 10 minutes. -Hurry up. -Get in line.
-We won’t make it in time. -Did you take your tag? Get in line. Wait, we need two more. I thought I asked for 10 people? -I… -Hurry up! Come over here. Just step on the oil pedal. We were stucked in a jam for two hours. You made me lose all my face.
I don’t understand at all. Why do you do this every time? You got through the majority of the road. Yet you were stuck inside a small road? Am I being too much? I only request for one thing, precision! -Please. -I’ll deduct 20 marks from you! Come, Mr. Fang. Greetings, Mr Fang. Welcome! Welcome!
Welcome! Welcome! Welcome! Fiona, refill this. Use Ice Dew “Chun Yue” water. Mr. Fang, you said a friend of yours wanted to enroll his child in our tuition centre. Of course I will say yes to it, am I right? But, you know this as well.
Ze Shu has always been adopting a small class policy. We only have 12 children in one class. We’ve stated that in the contract we signed with their parents. So, it’s quite difficult for me because we have a limited amount of slots. Limited amount of slots? So,
Don’t tell me it’s because you think my classroom is too small for them? Why do I think the Sai Ma Group is too small for your tuition centre now? This… If you have anything to say, just come in. Don’t just stand over there. I think you should take a look downstairs. Why?
Mr. Fang, it’s like this. There’s an emergency downstairs. I need to go downstairs. How about this? You… You can sit here and chat with Mr. Fang. Manager Cui. I think you should check and accept the goods. Wait. Mr. Yan, the deal was done two days ago.
But you’re already here with your goods? What kind of speed is that? The earlier we finish it, the sooner you’ll be able to use it. We rushed them out just for you. That’s great. Tell us where we should unload them. -We aren’t in a rush… -Manager Cui.
The person on top is furious now. Didn’t I tell you to chat with him? -Hurry and return… -He left already. He said he came to show you some respect. He wants you to know what’s good for you. You need to accept that lady from Xia family no matter what. But Manager,
What’s wrong with adding another child into the Contest Prep Class? Do you think that’s all there is to it? Manager Cui, what exactly is going on? How about this? How about you bring the goods back with you for now? -What? -It’s not that I’m going back on my words.
Your child will definitely enter our tuition centre. It’s just that we need some time. What are you up to? Listen up, all the tables and chairs are made according to your preferences. If you go back on your words, we’ll block off your entrance with our goods. Come, unload everything at their entrance.
No! Don’t do that! Wait. I thought your grandson had enrolled in our centre already? So, who are you doing this for? It’s a relative of mine. -This… -What’s wrong with that? I understand now. Is it the kind of relative you don’t want your wife to know about? What are you thinking?
Mr Yan, excuse me. I have a question for you. What’s the name of the child you’re going to send here? They told me about her name before. I forgot about it. Wait, let me make a call. Wait, what’s the name of the child Mr. Fang was going to send here?
Her parents came here before. Her surname is Xia. Xia Huan Huan. -Alright. -Xia Huan Huan… I got it. Her name is Xia Huan Huan. -What’s wrong? -Fiona, ask somebody to unload them and put them in the warehouse. -Alright. -Hurry up. -This… -Mr. Yan, just leave the child to me. That’s great to hear.
So, both sides are trying to help the same child? Both sides? Did you forget about our mayor as well? Oh yeah. Wait, it’s just a tuition class for a little girl. But the three powers are helping her out. Is that child a descendant of our late emperor or something? I guess so.
The parents of these children are hidden masters. Alright now. By the way, you don’t need to keep the red carpet. Just ask someone to vacuum it. Mr. Xia. -Isn’t this too grand? -Not at all. Please. Mr. Xia, what do you think about our environment? -It’s great. -My goodness. -Senior. -Zhong Yi.
-Hello, Mr. Zhong. -Long time no see, Huan Huan. Why didn’t you tell me about this joyous occasion? We just entered the place, you know? Oh yeah, where’s Mr Chen? Mr Chen has a class at 10am. He hasn’t arrived yet. Go and rush him.
Manager Cui, this is my senior. She can be considered as my niece. I told you about placing her in the Contest Prep Class before. Yes, you did mention it to me before. How about this? Mr. Xia, you should follow me to the office. -Let’s complete the procedure. -Alright.
-As for Huan Huan… -Leave her to me. I’ll bring her around. -Alright. -Huan Huan, follow me. -Goodbye. -Over here. -Manager Cui. -Alright. Okay. Thank you for placing your trust in Ze Shu. We will send the receipt to you within one week. Alright. Do you know that
Mr. Fang was sitting in the same seat as you before? He told me to take good care of Huan Huan as well. -Yeah, Mr. Fang is a loyal person. -Yeah. But there’s no need for him to come over here personally. His presence doesn’t affect Huan Huan’s enrollment at all. Why?
In my heart, I respect Mayor Li as a teacher. -Mayor Li? -Mayor Li. Yan Zi You got into our tuition centre because Mayor Li called us about it. Mayor Li called me again for Huan Huan’s enrollment as well. But, I want to ask you something.
Is Mayor Li a relative of Yan Zi You? Or is he a relative of yours… Regarding this… I understand. Honestly speaking, you guys have done a lot for this child. Yan Zi You’s grandparents even prepared an entire truck of tables and chairs because of Huan Huan.
Yeah, the information I’ve received is mixed. I need some time to digest them. Alright then. You can find me if you need anything for Huan Huan. You’re too courteous. I’ll leave Huan Huan to you then. Just leave her to me. Senior. You’re done? I’ve handed Huan Huan to her class teacher.
I’m helping her to know her classmates. -That’s great. -You should have a drink in my office. -Alright. -Let me see you off. There’s no need for that. See you and thank you. Alright. Everything has finally settled down. Yeah, right? I’ve achieved my goal as well.
I can’t face myself if I can’t complete the task you asked of me. Don’t say that. I know you’ve done your best. But Senior, you should’ve used your connections earlier. What connections? It’s a long story. Be careful, it’s hot. Here. The password is 888888. What is this?
It’s the lesson plan for Ze Shu. It’ll be very useful to you if you guide her study with this. But you mustn’t let anyone know about this. According to our rules, we aren’t allowed to record our classes. This is a treasure of Ze Shu. Really? -That’s great. -If you have any questions,
You may call me at any time. Don’t worry. I won’t stand on ceremony. Please take good care of me in the future. Let’s help out each other. Let’s gather more often when you’re free. Sure, let’s gather more often. -Dad. -[Huan Huan got a slot, right?] [Yeah. She’s attending her first class.]
[Dad, I was just planning to call you.] I know you’ve spent a lot of effort in order to help Huan Huan. [I’m thanking you on behalf of Huan Huan.] You’re thanking me? Silly boy. There’s no need to thank me. We’re a family. It’s great that she managed to enroll in the tuition centre.
By the way, when you’re free, bring Huan Huan here for a meal so that we can gather around. Alright. -Cutie. -[Hello, master.] Turn on QQ Music. Play the Peking opera “Dingjun Mountain”. [Yes, master.] [Dingjun Mountain] ♫ As the lads listen to the war drum ♫ ♫ First strike, preparing the meal ♫
♫ Second strike, tightening the Armour ♫ ♫ Third strike, sheathe the sword ♫ I finally did something for the children. I didn’t let them down. Now, you can sleep in peace. Yeah. Isn’t it the same for you as well? Isn’t it time for you to dye your hair? Your white hair is showing.
I’m busy lately. We have the hair dye at home. I’ll dye my hair when I’m free. Don’t dye it at home. Dye it at a hair salon. We must use better hair dyes. Don’t try to save money for me. I’ll be angry if you do so. Can you do a perm?
And dye it red, just like wine? Even old ladies love to be pretty. Listen, if you doll yourself up, no one will be able to compete against you. Be careful. Sure. -I’ll dye it if you like it. -Great. I’m coming in. Lan Lan is here. Uncle Nan, I bought some ribs for you.
Look at you, you’re so thoughtful. By the way, you should stay here since you’re here already. I’ll ask your mother to make you some sweet and sour ribs for dinner. No thanks. I need to send Zi You to his class tonight. How’s your health lately?
I heard from my mother that you had a fever. I’m much better now. Look, your mother is giving me a massage every day. I’m much better now. Don’t worry. You still need to take care of your health, okay? By the way, I brought some medicinal herbs here.
My father and mother-in-law used them for their foot baths. Lan Lan is such a thoughtful child. How are your father and mother-in-law doing? They’re tough and sturdy. They’re still working in the factory every day. That’s great to hear. My father-in-law even called to ask
If Huan Huan is used to the Contest Prep Class. The class has started. I guess she’s used to it by now. Ze Shu is trying to do business as well. No matter if it’s Zi You or Huan Huan, they won’t dare to say no since Mayor Li had called them. Mayor Li
Called them? Did you look for him? I did. I need to treat both of them fairly. I… I’ll put the ribs into the refrigerator then. I mean the freezer. Put it in the second compartment. I’ve cleaned it up for you. I dare to say that his previous wife
Will never do this for him. Look at your effort. I’m sure no one can complain about you. I’m not doing it for other people to see. Your Uncle Nan is my old partner. I don’t think anyone else would do this for their old partners.
He’s an educated person, yet he didn’t despise an uneducated person like me. He didn’t treat you badly either. I just want to spend the rest of my life with him. Why didn’t you tell him that I did contribute to Huan Huan’s successful enrollment as well? I didn’t tell him about it. But why?
Usually, you’ll be the first to report everything to him. He went to find Mayor Li again, am I right? He thought Huan Huan got in the tuition class all because of him. It’s rare for him to be so happy. That’s why I didn’t tell him. This is great.
I’ve spent so much effort and I even asked my father and mother-in-law to help. But now, he doesn’t even know that he owes me a favour. Huan Huan’s parents do owe you a favour. Must you insist on him thanking you for it? Fine then.
I didn’t expect him to thank me in the first place. It’s fine as long as you’re happy. -Why were you so late? -I had to work overtime. Are the children asleep? Chao Chao is asleep. Huan Huan is still awake. What are you doing? -What is it? -Sit down. What are you doing?
Next, we’ll welcome Huan Huan to present a gift to her mother. What is this? Is today a special occasion? It’s a very special occasion. My goodness. Full score? Although it’s just a test, it showcased the improvement of our baby daughter. History will remember this day. Mankind will remember this day.
Isn’t your father silly? But Ze Shu is something indeed. We can see the results even though she just went to their centre not long ago. We can finally see the results of our effort. Indeed. The difficulty, progress, question types and so on are way better than what they teach in school.
No wonder Huan Huan had it rough in the beginning. She’s not on the same starting point. What if we compare it to the personal education you gave her? The education I gave her is just supplementary. It’s nothing compared with professionals like them. But I think Dad did a great job as well.
Listen, your daughter has the highest level of EQ I’ve ever seen. -Hurry, brush your teeth and sleep. -Darling! You two are being so mushy. Kindergartens nowadays teach nothing. They don’t teach Mathematics, English and so on. For the younger children, they just play and sleep. It’s the same for the older children as well.
Just let him play while he can. He’ll be exhausted when he reaches Huan Huan’s age. There’s plenty of learning waiting for him in the future. But Huan Huan is in a much better mood after she entered the Contest Prep Class. She’s more confident in herself now. I feel that she feels secured
Now that she’s in that class. I think she’s not the only one feeling secured here. I think you feel secured as well. Alright, I’m done. What do you think? What is that? Are you making a sesame seed cake that has been bitten by someone?
What are you talking about? This is a plum blossom, don’t you see? The bits on top look like sesame seeds. These are its stamens. You’ve been learning for a long time. Can’t you just improve by a little bit? Even the teachers in his kindergarten remember you. I was born like this.
Can you stop expecting too much from me? Now that I think about it, everything feels surreal. As if we were nonchalant about it just yesterday. After that, we did all we could in order to send her to the tuition centre. It’s like we forgot our original intention. Yeah. What principles?
Everything can be changed as long as it concerns our children. It’s the same for every parent. And we never thought that we need to use and mobilize our connections for the sake of our children. I was looking down on Tian Yu Lan before.
I thought she was playing dirty for the sake of her child. Now that it’s my turn, I think I did much worse than her. Two months ago, if someone told me that I need to force my father to plead with his subordinate,
Ask Tian Yu Lan to seek for her father and mother-in-law’s help, and ask you to plead with your client for the sake of our child, I’ll think that person is crazy. There’s no need for that. But the truth is, there’s a need for that. Initially, I thought one of the three ways
Will make life difficult for us. But in the end? We ended up using all three ways. Parents can do anything as long as it’s for their children’s sake. We did all of that for a tuition class. When it was difficult, nothing was working for us.
We went to the tuition centre so many times before, yet it was useless. But when it’s simple, just a call could make it work. But since we’re the ones who profit from this, we don’t have the right to complain. Yeah. If you’re not working overtime this weekend, let’s go for a trip.
Let’s go out and enjoy the sun and breeze. Yeah. It’s been a long time since we went on a trip. I have a bold suggestion. How bold is it? Last week, the dinner with Dad didn’t end well. We didn’t go to the place we wanted to as well.
It’s because we can handle it online. We don’t need to go there by ourselves. So, this week, we won’t visit Dad, right? So, should we bring Dad with us? Here. Pass. You don’t even have that? -Nope. -I pass as well. -Pass. -You sure? Full house. -Dad… -What cards do you have? You see…
Dad, you only have one card left? Yeah, it’s my last card. You win then. I won! This is crazy! How could you win with cards like these? No way! Let me look at your cards. -I won again. -You won again. You’re going too easy on him. Look, he still has a joker.
No one plays like that. Come, you need to eat this. I was the loser the entire morning. It’s your turn. Let’s eat it together. Nan, I think your elder son-in-law is more sensible than your second son-in-law. -Look. -We should be serious. Uncle Zhang knew what was going on.
My wife is asking me to go back. You three can continue. -Last round. -I’m leaving. We can’t play without you. Yeah, join us. I’ll join you guys next time. Let me see you off. -You’re too courteous. -See you, Uncle Zhang. -See you. -Rearrange the cards. You’re going too easy on him.
It’s fine as long as the old man is happy. Pass me your phone. -Why? -Let me scan your face. Why are you transferring so much money to me? I’ve checked the price for the tables and chairs. It’s around that sum. Uncle and Aunty had helped us out a great deal.
We mustn’t let them spend their money anymore. -This is meaningless. -We’re brothers. Besides, the money isn’t yours. Fine then. If I don’t accept the money, it means that I’m making it difficult for you. Thanks. What are you guys talking about? I heard something about money. What’s going on?
-It’s nothing. -What’s with the money? Dad, you may not know, but the owner of Ze Shu is a businessman. He extorted a truck’s worth of tables and chairs before Huan Huan could enroll into their tuition centre. When did that happen? Why was I in the dark? It’s some time ago. So,
His parents helped us out as well. Zi You’s grandparents helped out as well? Dad, we’re a family. This is a piece of cake. Dad, Li Li said that Huan Huan was very fortunate. Not only does her grandpa dote on her, her uncle and aunty dote on her as well.
It shows that we’re a family, am I right? Yeah. -Did Li Li really say that? -Of course she did. Dad, have you finish considering it? Me? Of course I’m more than willing to join. But the question is, does Li Li want me to go?
Li Li was the one who mentioned this to me. Li Li mentioned it to you? That’s great then. Is your mother-in-law going then? Do you wish that she’ll not join us? Or do you wish that she’ll not join us? What do you think? You’re using her as a joke.
You dare to use her as a joke. Listen, I won’t go if she’s going. What do you think? Perfect. You make me jealous. Look at the waistline and the air around you. Why do you look like a young lady? Why is your skin fairer than mine?
Did you go for a surgery without my notice? These brands look good indeed. You like them, right? I do know your preferences. I’m sure you have an ulterior motive. Not at all. Who asked you to be my beautiful mother? I’ve saved some of the collections as well.
I’ll buy them for you once I received next month’s wage. That’s enough. Do you think I don’t know what’s on your mind? If that old fart wants to go, just let him join you. I couldn’t possibly stop their grandpa from spending time with them. Why are you doing all of these?
I was the one who brought Huan Huan and Chao Chao up. They’ll still be closer to me. You’re right. Ms. Zhao is full of knowledge indeed. You’re really magnanimous as well. -But that woman isn’t allowed to go. -Are you kidding me? I’m sure she doesn’t have the guts to go. It’s fine.
During the weekend, I can find my best friend and we can have a date at the farmhouse. That’s great. I’ll cover all of your expenses. You don’t say?