【FULL】A Love For Dilemma EP30 | 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 30] Is this still about the permit? I have the permit, but I’m still upset. I didn’t expect that it would be this bothersome to start a training institution. There are so many procedures and requirements.
After I finally got the permit, they ask me to open a night nursery instead. A night nursery is like looking after those children. I went through the hassle so as to settle the Fire Protection System. Well, I’m going to teach there. I’m not going to light any fire.
What does that have to do with Fire Protection System? All those regulations. Gosh. Of course it is important. Things that are related to a child’s safety is significant. If kids like Mi Tao don’t have a good teacher to teach them, it would be a regret. I’m considered as a good teacher.
A genius like her needs guidance from a good teacher like me. I understand your thoughts. But we both know that a genius like Mi Tao is really rare. Majority of the children are just normal foals. We’re the herders. Our responsibility is to unleash their potentials and let them grow up happily.
Am I right? Manager Nan. Thank you. You’re welcome. So, are we heading directly to the hotel? No, we’ll have a meal before that. Someone has been waiting for you in the hotel. Alright. Please get on the car first. Thank you. Manager Nan. Mr. Shi is the God of Fortune in our North district.
Am I right? It’s really hard to make an appointment with him. He heard that you’re here, so he insisted me to call you over. Here. Let’s welcome Manager Nan. Cheers! Cheers! Welcome, welcome. Thank you, Mr. Shi. What’s wrong, Manager Nan? Are you saving that for the fish? Bottoms up. Good. Good.
You’re a good drinker. -Come on. -Fill that up. Fill it up. Manager Nan. You’re a native of Jiangzhou City, right? Yes. No wonder. You judge a third class beauty by her breast. You judge a second class beauty by her face. For a first class beauty, you look at her bones.
Manager Nan, judging from your look, you’re a first class beauty. Well said, Mr. Shi. Manager Nan. Since Mr. Shi has complimented you greatly, you should have a toast with him. As a token of gratitude to him for looking after our sales in the future, right? Have a drink. Come on, have a drink.
Have a drink. No, no. Looking forward to our collaboration. Alright. Come on. Okay, come on. Okay. Don’t you do nothing. Come on. Mr. Shi. I read the reports of the shopping centres in North district for the previous month. The sales condition recently seems… It’s already late. Manager Nan, with beauties by my side,
Tonight we’ll only talk about love, but not work. Come on. I feel close with Manager Nan although this is our first encounter. Why not we drink a cross-cupped wine together? Great! Cross-cupped wine! Come on, Manager Nan. How much you drink equals to how much you sell, right?
Maybe this relationship will turn into a love relationship. Shush, don’t speak nonsense. Come on, Manager Nan. Don’t listen to their nonsense. Come on. Let’s do it. Well, I’m sorry. I feel quite tired today. I can’t handle too much alcohol. Manager Nan… Well… Have one more drink with Mr. Shi.
Are you refusing to do me a favour today? Have a drink. Just a favour. That’s right. Manager Nan is really different now. During the Distributor Conference early this year, she was really exalted. She cut off our sales support by half easily. We saw her as a fairy high in the clouds.
Now, the fairy has descended to earth too. Hence, don’t be too arrogant. I’m sorry. My hands are weak. As a fairy, I need to go back and rest. Goodbye. Manager Nan, don’t leave. How can she leave as she pleases? What’s this smell? Hello. Why is the sound of the air conditioner this loud?
[I’m sorry, the air conditioners here are like this.] Then, can you bring me an air purifier? It stinks of smoke in here. [I’m sorry, madam.] [We don’t provide air purifier.] Can I change my room? [I’m sorry, madam.] [We don’t have any available rooms right now.] Hey, do you only know this sentence?
[I’m sorry, madam.] Why are you back late? You must be tired. Dear. I’m so tired. You must be tired. Are the kids asleep? Yes. I’ll have a look. Okay. It’s a long story about how I was doing these days.
The walls of the hotel room that I was staying in is old and chapped. The room smells of smoke and the air conditioner is faulty. I couldn’t have a good night sleep at all. It’s rare for you to stay in such places. Treat it like you’re the Pea Princess experiencing life.
Well, when I first graduated and ventured into the workplace, no matter it’s a stay in cheap motels or a ride on the green train, even if I didn’t sleep for a few nights, I can endure it all. But I realise that I’m old now. You’re not old.
It is easy to go from frugality to extravagance, but difficult to go from extravagance to frugality. It’s normal. I’ve passed my zodiac year thrice. If I need to live a frugal life now, how miserable my life would be. Come in. I figure that it’s useless to go to the finance for this matter.
The President is still away, you’re the only one who can help. What’s the matter? Here, have a seat. I had only 15,000 yuan for this month’s salary. [Marketing Manager’s Payroll] I think you need to explain about this. Since you were the one who persuaded me over with President.
You failed to keep what you’ve promised me. The basic salary for Marketing Manager is 22,000 yuan. After paying for the five social insurance and one housing fund, supplementary endowment and medical insurance, personal income tax, you can only have this much. The calculations is right. This is the basic salary.
What about the performance bonus? The Marketing Department doesn’t have monthly performance bonus. At the end of the year, based on business, just like the other departments, we’ll have a certain percentage of annual bonus. It’s all up to you. You cut my pay and demoted me as you wish.
Are you ignoring the labour law? I’ve been advising you to keep a low profile. The home textiles industry is small, the Human Resource Department of all eligible companies are interrelated. You don’t do anybody any good by getting fired up easily. Are you threatening me? No. No. Calm down. By the way.
The Sales Department of North district filed a complaint. They said you offended their major distributor when you were there. How dare they file a complaint? As someone from the brand’s management, I was there to survey the market, not to accompany someone to drink. Yes. You’re always frank, outspoken and won’t tolerate any faults.
Well, I’ll discuss this with the President. We’ll see if the salary structure of Marketing Department has any room for adjustment. I’ll try my best. Thank you. By the way, don’t forget to attend the monthly meeting of the Sales Department. Lillian will attend that meeting. I don’t think that it’s appropriate.
As a manager of Marketing Department, I think it’s more appropriate for you to attend this on your own. There are only this much people in the Marketing Department. As the manager, I’m doing everything. I’m busier than a bee. I just came back from my business trip yesterday.
I’m occupied for the whole day today. I’m a human too. Manager Nan. I’m not asking for your opinion. I’m informing you on behalf of the company. Well, I’m sorry. I really have some family matters, I can’t go. Goodbye. [I’ve been advising you to keep a low profile.] [The home textiles industry is small,]
[the Human Resource Department of all eligible companies are interrelated.] [You don’t do anybody any good by getting fired up easily.] What are you doing? I’m driving, what’s the matter? [I’ve just gotten my payroll for this month.] It is half of my previous salary.
The Human Resource Department said that it’s what I should get as a manager. He even asked me to keep a low profile. Don’t you think that he’s too over? Calm down. Why don’t you discuss this matter with the President? I think you can still discuss about the salary with her, right?
She’s obviously trying to avoid me at all cost now. I mean it, I really want to quit this job. This is an option too. Don’t be upset due to this. Why not I apply for an online interview for you on 58.com?
[There are quite a number of jobs there, you sure will find the right one.] I just feel that things haven’t been going my way after the demotion. Don’t think too much. Cross that bridge when you come to it. I’ll hang up now. Is the porridge a little too salty? It’s fine.
Are you having trouble to sleep these two days? It’s fine. What’s wrong with you both? You’re separated just like this? It’s good to be separated too. Isn’t she always listening to you? Why is she so mad this time? Is the fight between you both serious? Fight? What is there to fight about?
You just need to take care of yourself. Live happily. I don’t need any houses. You can give it to whoever you want, as long as you’re happy. You want me to be happy? Good. Visit me often then. When you’re free, bring the children back as well. Then I’ll be even happier.
How are you doing lately? Xia Jun Shan said that you often go on business trips. Yes. My position is lower than before, but I have more work to do now. How bothersome. I understand now. Work and career is all bogus. The most important thing is the whole family is happily together.
All these years, I’ve been throwing myself into work. What happen then? I didn’t take good care of my elders. I’ve neglected my children. In the end, they just ditch me like that without prior notice. How disappointing. Li Li. Life is a drama. Dad. Drink some water. Here. Are you alright?
Sometimes, life is just like a burp. There will always be things that don’t go well. You just need to burp them out. You’re really good. You can even come up with life lessons from a burp. Okay, I understand. I’m still young, I still have a long journey to catch up.
What’s wrong with you? Are you okay? Well, there will always be air that doesn’t go well. Slowly. Take it easy. You’ve just recovered. The doctor said that you shouldn’t have any vigorous activities. I know. I know what I’m doing. I visited dad yesterday. He’s alone and lethargic.
He’s like a kid and can’t even take care of himself. He’s used to it. He wanted others to serve him. In the end, that person left and he can’t get used to it. He can’t even take care of himself properly, yet he’s worried about me.
I don’t care about how that old man is doing. But he really cares for you. He can’t keep living a life like this too. Why? What’s with that lady? Is she really not going back anymore? Is she going to stay with her daughter forever?
Well, since she has moved out for a few weeks. She probably thinks that it’s not worth it. She put in so much effort in serving him, yet in the end, she gets nothing at all. Put it down, I’ll do it. You don’t know how to do it. This needs skills.
You need a special knife to peel the pineapple. I have one at home. Uncle Nan loves to eat pineapple. But he’s allergic to it, so he can only have a little. After peeling it, I’ll soak it in salt water. Then, I’ll cut it into small pieces and heat it up to serve.
He doesn’t even miss you. Why are you mentioning him? Please have some pride, okay? [Li Li] Do you want to drink something? Never mind. I’ll order a glass of orange juice for you then. There’s no need to do that. Li Li. Just get straight to the point.
Are you sure about breaking up with my dad? Actually, this is your affairs and I won’t interfere. But if he’s going to live all alone from now on, I’ll bring him over to my house to look after him. You’re going to look after your father? I’m his only daughter.
If I’m not going to look after him, who will? Besides, he probably doesn’t need his house anymore too. We’ll either sell it or displace it for a smaller unit. I’m just afraid that you might have something there and you might want to take it back. I have nothing much.
All these years, I’ve been throwing myself into serving and looking after him. All my mind is about him. Did he like the food? Is he wearing enough? Did he sleep well the night before? I’m afraid that he’d get sick or upset. I have no belongings in this house.
I don’t even belong to myself. What’s there to feel sorry for? Are you sure about this? I will accept the consequences of my actions back then. Yes, I had a peaceful life for over a decade. But I’ve been a mistress for over a decade too.
Don’t think that I’ve been taking advantage of your father. I knew nothing about the savings and will. Believe me or not, I’ll return the money that I’ve received. As his daughter, I won’t be going after his only house either. Why are you telling me this? Take the matter on its merits.
I don’t care about your issues, but I have to be clear about what I need to say. You don’t care much? All these years, as someone younger, have you ever acted humbly? You are not here today to make up with me.
Look at your attitude and intonation. You’re just here to rock the boat. You specifically said that you don’t care about your father’s property. You actually mean that I got together with your father as I want his money. I didn’t say that. That’s what you mean. Although I’m not educated, I’m not a fool.
Even someone with the best temper will get angry too. Who can’t live without anyone? I know. You look down on me. It’s okay. As the saying goes, a rich family cannot maintain their wealth for more than three generations, and even a poor family has wealthy relatives. I’m not as wealthy as your mother.
But Lan Lan’s life is no worse than you. Zi You is smart and hardworking. His academics is stronger than your kid. We are going upwards. What about you? Who is better off? It depends on the next generation. [Very well, you don’t want anything from me.] [Good! Then I’ll make a will.]
[After I passed away, you can stay in the house.] After you passed away as well, the house will belong to Li Li. [Can’t you learn from her mother?] [Be more generous.] You look so smart in this. Handsome. Mum, do you really need to buy this suit for me?
Majority of my colleagues wear an old-fashioned T-shirt to work. You still need to be mindful of your appearance too. People treat you based on your status. They judge you by your appearance, followed by your personality. Come on. Tian Yu Lan kept buying clothes for me. You don’t need to buy anymore.
I have quite a lot of clothes. That’s from your wife. I want to buy it for you too. It’s different. It looks good. Hello, I want all these. Okay. Do you sell male underwear? Yes, this way please. Okay. Mum, I’ll buy my own underwear. While we’re at it. I’ll buy all these. Alright.
Well, I’ll hold this for you. Can I have the bill, please? Okay. Please have a rest. Okay. Excuse me. I’m buying clothes for you, aren’t you happy? Mum. You should send Zi You back. Indeed, it’s great if he’s close with his grandparents, but you can’t monitor his studies. You will affect his academics.
Your mother-in-law is still staying at your place? Yes. It’s good too. She can help us with the laundry, cook meals for us and clean the house. Didn’t you have a maid already? That’s totally different. My mother-in-law cooks really well. I have no issue with her staying at your place.
It’s not like I can’t tolerate that too. But you wouldn’t understand. You think that you’re being filial by taking her in, but you’re actually impairing her. Why? A married couple should live together happily ever after. Think about it. She isn’t divorced nor widowed.
What if that old man really ditches her after some time? Even if you’re willing to look after her, would she feel happy about it? You’re right too. She’s been staying at my place for a long time, but I’ve never heard that father-in-law is coming to bring her back. As the saying goes,
It is better to destroy ten temples than ruining one marriage. Besides, maybe they just need an opportunity to make up. That sounds right too. Peng Peng, you’re back? I’m back, mum. I made Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs, it’s your favourite. Well, the smell of it makes me hungry. Are you hungry?
After the sauce has thickened, I’ll take out a few pieces for you. Mum, your cooking skills are awesome. You’re the best at sweet-talking. Mum. I wonder how dad is doing without your meals. Mum, you’ve always advised me that there’s no overnight fraud between husband and wife. Dad is an old intellectual. He’s prideful.
He probably misses you, but he’s embarrassed to tell you. Don’t bother yourself with him. I know. I know that you’re bighearted. Why are you back late? There was a traffic jam. Zi You, your mum is back. Zi You is back too? I fetched him back. Zi You, you’re finally back.
I miss you so much. What about you? Do you miss me? Have you done your homework properly? Don’t talk about it first. Grandma has made Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs for dinner. Let’s hurry up and eat. Wash your hands and eat. Mum, time for meal. Where’s my mum? Mum has left.
Uncle Nan came and brought her back? No, she went back on her own. Well, they’re husband and wife. Someone has to take a step back, right? Let’s put it this way. You have to give men some face too. Well, I should say that mother-in-law really likes me.
She really listens to my advice well. You chased her out? I didn’t chase her out. I was just advising her sincerely. As the saying goes, it is better to destroy ten temples than ruining one marriage. Don’t you agree? At this age, you must let them to digest this on their own.
Hello, Lan Lan. Hello, Uncle Nan. Has my mum returned? No, she didn’t. Isn’t your mum at your place? Is she back home yet? Where are you going? What’s wrong? Dear, where are you going? Where are you heading to? Dear. [Lan Lan] Hello, Auntie Fang. Well, is my mum with you?
Uncle Gui, it’s me, Lan Lan. Never mind. If she contacts you, please let me know. It’s nothing. I’ll hang up first. Goodbye. [Old Nan] Mum, where are you? Please answer my calls. Or else I’ll report to the police. [Lan Lan] [Lan Lan] Follow me. Follow me back. Silly old lady.
Where are you going? Why are you here? Did you know how worried I was? What should I do if something happens to you? I don’t want to trouble you. Trouble? Mum, did you know that you make me worry? I went around searching for you.
Actually, it has been years. I can’t even remember how my dad looked like. Since I have memories, you’re the only one in my world. All these years, we depend on each other. We even slept in Electricity Distribution Room and picked up rotten vegetable leaves before. Do you still remember?
Once, it was raining heavily like this too. I got a fever in the middle of the night. You tried looking for transport but in vain. In the end, you carried me on your back to the hospital in the rain. At the hospital, after the doctor took me away,
You were so tired that you collapsed to the ground. I remember that there’s a kid who laughed at me, saying that I have no father. You went to his place and quarrel with his parents. Do you still remember? Although we didn’t have an easy life back then,
As long as you’re around, I’m not afraid of anything. Before I have my own family, you’re my only family member in this world. What are you doing? Where are you going? I’m old now. But I’ve grown up. I can look after you and protect you.
Mum, if you don’t want to stay with Uncle Nan, it’s okay too, I’ll look after you. As long as I have a bed, you’ll have a place to sleep. As long as I have food, you’ll never starve. Don’t make me worry anymore. You don’t want me and Zi You anymore?
I wish that you and Zi You can live a decent life. I can make do anywhere. No. Without you, how can I live a decent life? Besides, I’m a mother now too. If I chase you out at such a moment, What role model will I set for Zi You?
Since young, I can sing this song. A child with mother is like a treasure, a child without mother is like weeds. I’m over thirty years old now. Are you trying to turn me into a Dogtail grass? I’m an elegant lady, okay? Mum, you really scared me. Don’t go missing again.
I’m here, you have me. Hello, Uncle Nan. [Lan Lan.] [You hung up before we finished talking.] What’s wrong with your mum? She didn’t return home. Have you found her? Yes. You found her? That’s good then. Is she alright? Lan Lan. Where are you now? Give me your address. [I’ll be there right away.]