【FULL】A Love For Dilemma EP09 | 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 9] What’s with all these titles for the position in school? Why do they have so many? [Resume] [Schools nowadays value] [students’ comprehensive capability.] Is Zi You the subject representative or a study commissar?
Does it really matter? [Of course!] [It is acknowledged by junior high schools.] [If he wants to make] [a good impression on the teacher,] [he has to be at least a class squadron] [or a subject representative.] Dear, what did you just say? There’s an re-election soon? Zi You’s mom. Hi, Zi You’s mom.
-Going to class? -Yes. What’s wrong? -Are you busy? -No. Take a seat. I didn’t come here on purpose. I was just passing by to tell you some good news. Zi You won the second prize in the Xiang Yang Cup Math Olympiad contest last week. It was a one-mark difference from the first prize.
He made a mistake. Well done, Zi You. It’s all thanks to the teachers who taught him well. You’re welcome. Zi You always got good grades. He took his homework seriously. He’s been praised by all the teachers. They really like him. I know. Zi You has always told me that
The teachers treated him really well, and he likes them very much. I know this is kind of sudden, but I was wondering if you can do me a favor. Just say it. Can you appoint Zi You as one of the class committees? Even if it’s just a nominal title.
It’s all for the school admission. It’ll be helpful for admission. I’m sure you’d understand. Zi You’s mom, the class committee will be elected by students. Teachers have no right to appoint anyone. They are kids. They will listen to the class teacher. You can find a way if you’re willing to do it.
I understand how you feel, but our class committee selection has always been public, fair and impartial. As the class teacher, I would never ever intervene in the election. Besides… Besides, I think you can encourage Zi You to take part in the election. He’s likely to get appointed depending on his own capabilities.
You must believe your child. Sure, as long as it’s fair. Of course I trust Zi You. Students’ worlds are the simplest. You know about our class election. It’s always been transparent. Yet, one parent tried to meddle in it. What is going on? This is clearly an unreasonable request.
Zi You’s mom was just saying it to feel out the school and your bottomline. As teachers, we must listen to the parents’ demands if they are reasonable, right? However, if we were to grant their unreasonable request, it would tantamount to an indulgence, isn’t it? What’s even worse is that
Some parents will follow her example. How are you going to do your job in the future? You’ve got a point there. I won’t compromise this time. A re-election? Right, they do it every semester. They’re quite diligent in switching the class committees. What are you worried about, baby?
I’m afraid they are not going to choose me this time. Why not? You’d always been the deputy class monitor since Standard One. -You were chosen by your mates, isn’t it? -That’s right. But my grades have gotten worse. Don’t worry. Everyone likes an all-rounder like you. You might not have top grades,
But you’re good in some other things. Right, you’re cheerful, gifted and promote unity in your class. Your classmates will surely like you. They sure do. Even if there’s a slight drop in your grades, we are catching up. Absolutely. Don’t worry. Here, try the prawn. Try it. You are the best! See.
Your brother said you’re the best. You can do it, Huan Huan. These are all the past years questions for Han Lin’s discreet flight examination. The address and contact number for Rocket Class. Email address for resume. And also the contact number of the Principal’s office. They are all here. My God!
These are the top secrets of Han Lin Private High School. They are priceless. Where did you get them? It doesn’t matter. What’s important is that I’ve shared the materials with you. It’s already been 20 years after the 21st century. What’s the most valuable thing? Information. I’ve always shared with you guys
News from the horse’s mouth. We don’t really mind that. There are pros and cons to be chosen for the class committee. We are not that ambitious. We only hope for a middle tier position. Relax, I understand. Our Jia Yi had been telling me
That Zi You performed well academically, and he has good manners. My kid doesn’t have many strong points, but he has a carefree attitude and he made many friends. I didn’t say that I’m not helping you. You have to remember my kindness. Don’t worry, I will. I am a friendly, warm and optimistic boy
Who excels in my studies. How about your interests? I am a friendly, warm and optimistic boy who excels in my studies and I have many interests. There. I am a friendly, warm and optimistic boy who excels in my studies and I have many interests.
I like to help out my teachers and unite the students. Mom, I have never become a class committee before and I have zero experience. I’m afraid that the students would not pick me. So what if you don’t have experience? You can gain experience after that. Come on, continue.
Also, I don’t really have many interests. Why are you complaining so much? Just follow the script I wrote for you. Memorize it well, so that it’ll sound like your words. Remember to match your tone with your expression. Start again. Wait, isn’t he just trying to be a class committee?
Why did you write such a long script for him? They would think that he’s running for the Secretary-General of the UN. Mind your own business! Here, start over. I am a friendly… Start over. My respected teacher and beloved students. Express more warmth. My respected teacher, and beloved students, I’m friendly, warm and optimistic…
[Diligence is the path to the mountain of knowledge] and hardworking is the boat to the endless sea of learning. I excelled in my studies and I was one of the top students from Standard One to Three. I am always within the top five for every term exam. During the silent nights…
[Class 1 Grade 5’s Class Committee Selection] You will see the reflection of me immersed in books on the window. When the sun rises, you will hear me reading out loud in the study room. I aced in last term’s finals and I got first place.
I also managed to get into the Elite Class in Ze Shu. This is a further acknowledgment of my academic capability and it marks a new beginning for me. However difficult… However… However difficult… However… However difficult the challenge seems, I will overcome it. I love my country, my school and my class.
I hope to have the opportunity to serve the class at least once by becoming a class committee. Please support me and vote for me. Thank you. Alright, next. Attention, please. I’d like emphasize something. About the speech for the committee selection this time, I hope that you can express your true self
And gain more confidence. There’s no need to stress over it. Your academics are indeed important, but it is not the only consideration. You should vote for someone who is happy to help others and unite everyone. Vote for someone who aces in different aspects. Understand? Understood. Huan Huan, you can begin.
I have multiple talents and interests. I was the champion for the district emcee competition for three consecutive years and I joined the school’s choir group. [Xia Huan Huan] Xia Huan Huan, one vote. During my two years as a class monitor, I obtained the teachers… Hello, my name is Zhao Lin,
I am an active and cheerful girl. [Zhao Lin] Zhao Lin, one vote. Aside from my studies, I thrived in other aspects as well. [Yan Zi You] Also, I have great experience in… Please support me. Thank you. Please vote for me. Is there anyone else who would like to try?
Mi Tao, would you like to try? You can try. It’s fine. Give Mi Tao a round of applause. [Class 1 Grade 5] I was a class monitor. Mi Tao, one vote. [Mi Tao] I will work hard in the future to serve the class well. Yan Zi You, one vote. Zhao Lin, one vote.
Mi Tao, one vote. Xia Huan Huan, one vote. [Mi Tao – 10 votes] [Xia Huan Huan – 2 votes] Mi Tao, one vote. Zhao Lin, one vote. [Zhao Lin – 6 votes] Mi Tao, one vote. Mi Tao, one vote. [Class 1 Grade 5 Committee Selection]
[Xia Huan Huan, Mi Tao, Yan Zi You, Zhao Lin] Xia Huan Huan, two votes. Mi Tao, 14 votes. Yan Zi You, eight votes. Zhao Lin, seven votes. I will now announce the results. Our class monitor for this term is Mi Tao. Let’s congratulate her! Our deputy class monitor will be Yan Zi You.
Zhao Lin will be the study commissar for the semester. It’s okay. Feeling better? Come here. Look, let me tell you something. Every single person will face many obstacles while growing up. People might disagree with you, some might even oppose you. You will feel disappointment and pain, but that’s okay.
These are what make us stronger, right? You didn’t get elected, but that doesn’t mean anything. It’s totally fine. I will be with you and we will work harder next time. Okay? Okay. I actually think that Huan Huan has many strong points. Look, Huan Huan. I’ll count it for you.
You’re helpful and you unite the students. You’re talented in many things like singing and emceeing. You’re also a lively and cheerful student in the class. Am I right? These are all your strengths. I’m sure everyone knows that. It’s okay, don’t be sad. Okay. Bye, Ms. Zhang. Here. This way. Here. This way.
Bye, uncle. Hello. Dad! Here you are. Are you exhausted? -No. -Hi. Bye. What’s the matter? Why are the students so friendly? I am the class monitor. Again? I was wondering why they were all acting friendly to me. So it’s all because of my daughter. Sit tight. Let’s go. Sit tight. What now?
That woman snatched my husband, her child snatched a father, and now the young one is snatching positions too? Chao Chao, cheer your sister up. Madam Zhao, what are you doing? Mind your manners. You’re losing your composure. My composure is only for certain people. Do you think they deserve that?
They are children, don’t take it too seriously. Don’t be mad. I’m back. Dad. Dad. -Dad. -What’s wrong with Huan Huan? What’s the matter? Baby, it’s fine. Don’t cry. I’m sad to see you cry. So, Yan Zi You is the deputy class monitor. Who’s the class monitor then? Mi Tao.
Mi Tao is excellent in academics and she has a good personality. We are all aware of that. How about the class monitor for the last semester? Granny, what’s wrong with Huan Huan? Zhao Lin is the study commissar. Don’t bother. How about Chang Hao Ran? He is the subject representative.
I’m the only one without a position. I’m not even a group leader. That’s enough. Don’t cry. What position did Yan Zi You hold prior to this? He wasn’t on the committee before. He wasn’t? How did he get elected this time then? Yan Zi You has always been an excellent student.
He is, but that’s not something new. He has been a scholar from Standard One. Why is he elected suddenly? You should stop, that doesn’t help. I don’t know. That’s enough, don’t cry. Mom? What’s wrong with Huan Huan? She is sad. I will cheer her up. Good boy. Go ahead.
Her eyes were red from crying when I fetched her in the afternoon. Displease was written all over her face. Poor girl. Huan Huan’s mom? I’m sorry for what happened. This has nothing to do with your family, please don’t think too much. Speaking of Tao, she’s not as lively and cheerful as Huan Huan.
She also didn’t practice the speech script as much as Zi You did. What happened was… You should return to work. -I’m sorry. -It’s fine. I don’t have any comment on Zi You, but there’s no way that no adult was involved in this. Definitely! Those without principles would be willing to do anything.
Yan Zi You. Look! Here. Where did you get this? The school hasn’t given these out yet. I knew you will surely get elected and so I prepared this beforehand. Come here. -Why? -I’m taking a picture. Let’s put this here. Come, stand right here. Why are we taking a picture?
We’ll put this on your resume. This is a proof of your capability. You should feel honored, son! One, two, say cheese. Smile. One, two, three. Rotate rightward a little bit so that we can see that. There you go. One, two, three. You look great! My son is charming. Look!
You look like a scholar! Let me get another one. Let’s take a selfie so that I can post it in the group. Show that badge. That’s good. One, two, three. Look how handsome you are! Look at your great smile. Who’s the lucky mom with a scholar son? You’re a little chubby though.
What position is Xia Huan Huan taking this time? Huan Huan didn’t manage to get any position. She even cried. Ms. Zhang asked for her and she came back with red, swollen eyes. She has been self-respecting since young, she must be upset. Zi You, although you’re now a class committee, you mustn’t be arrogant.
You have to work even harder and be a good example to others, right? I am in a good mood today. I’ll let you play with that disgusting thing for a longer time. Really? What do you want to eat for dinner? I’ll make it for you. Sweet and sour pork ribs.
How did you know that I bought pork ribs? We have telepathy. [Yan Zi You is now the class monitor?] [His mom got her win again.] He is indeed excellent academically and he blends with the students well. It’s expected that he’s elected. Is Yan Zi You related to Xia Huan Huan?
I thought I heard him calling Xia Huan Huan’s mother aunt. I think they’re related but not close. They share ties of kinship. I will not be able to take it if all the mothers out there are like Zi You’s mom. That’s not possible. Yan Zi You’s mother is an extreme example.
Why would an ordinary parent provoke teachers, right? If the teacher gets mad and puts the kid to trouble, she won’t have any idea at all. Why would you have such thoughts? Parents and children are not the same. How could I vent anger on the child just because I don’t like the parents?
We are teachers. I was giving an example. That is not valid. My mistake, I shouldn’t have said that. I hereby announce that what I said was wrong. Going against teachers’ principles are violations of morality. We are not that kind of people and we would never do something like that. You scared me.
Look at the two sheep. Alright, there you go. Let’s go. Let’s go. Don’t be clingy. Go. Are you walking your dog? Huan Huan’s mom, what a coincidence! How adorable! It notices an attractive lady. You groomed it really well! Is that so? I thought you don’t like it because you never played with it.
That’s not true, I like dogs. I was just busy. Also, I can’t even take care of myself. What are you talking about? Let me tell you something, the walls have ears. The parents of the scholars ganged up and told their kids to vote for Zi You. However, kids can never keep secrets.
That is what Man Man told me at home. Didn’t your child join them? She’s not good academically, the others wouldn’t let us in. That’s nonsense. Man Man is a smart girl, she behaves like an adult sometimes. Besides, kids shouldn’t be defined by their grades. I share your thought.
What’s the use of good grades, but mental deficiency? Exactly. Voting for the class committee is the children’s matter. It’d be a violation of fairness if adults get involved, right? You’re right. Children have pure thinking. The adults are making things complicated to them. I can’t stand parents like that.
Alright, have a nice day your dog. I’m going back. Alright. -Let’s walk our kids together sometime. -Sure. They’re from the same class and they live very near anyway. Sure. Let’s visit each other more often. -You are always the busy one. -That’s not true. Call me when you have time. -Alright. Bye. -Bye. Hello.
Sorry for being late. Sun Zhe Hao from the 04 Class of sociology let’s toast. I’m glad to be here. How is your wife doing? Jiang! Excuse me. Hi. Senior? Are you alright? Did you drink too much? I’m fine. -Here, have some water. -Thanks.
I didn’t expect all of them to be drinking white wine today. I’m here for some air. By the way, I have something to ask you. Just spill it. Didn’t the school hold the class committee selection recently? Huan Huan didn’t get a position and she’s been upset for days. I heard about it.
Xue Er was concerned about her and she kept nagging about this matter. Ms. Zhang is kind. It’s not that we have to be a class committee. It is a form of training to let her have a taste of failure. However, there’s one thing that I can’t understand.
Huan Huan has always been the deputy class monitor. Although her grades dropped a little recently, she could at least be a group leader. Senior, about that… Look, we were students too. Their way of thinking is different from our time. They have their own principles of selection.
In their eyes, grades are the sign of how capable they are, it’s that simple. The older they get, the more they turn that way. That’s influenced by the environment. Of course. I know that you and your wife are more laid back.
But you must know that not all parents are as kind as you. Many of them would tell you that their kid doesn’t go to tuition nor study at home but you have no idea how hard they actually work. It’s like a theatre. While everyone was watching the show, one audience stood up.
The other audience had to stand up too in order to watch the performance. In the end, everyone stood up instead of sitting and enjoying the show. Isn’t that absurd? Some would even stand on chairs before the show ends. Some would even get ladders. Why?
They paid a high cost just to get the same, or an even worse experience. The main problem is, no one dared to sit down. By the way, is it harder to get into Ze Shu’s Elite Class compared to the Contest Prep Class? I remember that Zi You failed to get in it
But he turned out to be there. -You didn’t know about this? -No. Yan Zi You’s parents have some solid connections and I’m pressured into compromise. Solid connections? Who? I don’t know. I figured our manager wouldn’t tell me even if I asked. Their family… This is yours. It’s Zhao Lin’s. It’s yours.
It’s Mi Tao’s, It’s yours. It belongs to class monitor number two. Who? I said class monitor number two. You only got two votes. You can’t be the deputy class monitor and so you are the class monitor number two. -Am I right? -You… -Let’s go to the washroom. -Let’s go.
-Ting Ting, are you going to the washroom? -Let’s go. Let’s forget about her. Don’t cry. For real? I’m not joking. It’s just a committee selection for the kids. Why is the adult getting mad? Use your words instead of hands. Try me! So what. Stop, we’ll talk it out. You’re hitting for real.
Fine. Hit me! Just hit me! Aren’t you going to release your anger? Just hit me! Why are you like this? I really didn’t know. What happened has happened. Huan Huan can’t be a deputy class monitor anyway. Can you tell me how Zi You got into the Elite Class? What connection did you use?
What? What connection? I have no idea what you mean. Aren’t you my pal? Your Zi You succeeded, can’t you help Huan Huan too? We are relatives. Tian Yu Lan is the one in charge of the kids. Also, what do you expect me to do? Stop looking at me, I’m obviously sincere.
I’m serious. I am not bothered about kids, you know that. Can you help me to talk to your wife? Can she help Huan Huan if she really has the connection? She is Huan Huan’s aunt, after all. Don’t worry, I’ll do it. I will ask her. -Did I hurt you? -No. Tough guy.
-You understand, right? -I do. Let’s continue. What are you pondering about? Have some water. Huan Huan has been smiling less since she lost her position. It hit her more than we thought. Do you think this will cause her mental issues? I don’t think so. She has grown.
She is not a kid who is easy to coax anymore. There were topics that she didn’t want to discuss with me when we talked. Isn’t that normal? Growing up is a process of getting distant from parents, and the small world they lived in. Everything isn’t as simple as our time.
Let me tell you something. We have been reckless for the selection. The other parents prepped their child well prior to the selection, and yet we did nothing. How could we succeed? We learned a lesson. We can’t be as laid back as we are. I should be more careful and play tricks when appropriate.
What’s the matter? When you said that the kids are growing and getting distant from parents, I put some thought into it. There will be a day when Huan Huan will leave us. She will get a boyfriend sooner or later. There will be a day when I have to hand her to another man.
I don’t like that. That’s enough. You’re being dramatic. Don’t worry. I will talk to Huan Huan later so that she will not leave us too soon. Alright? No. She can never leave us. We should arrange a matrilocal marriage. What are you laughing at? That’s fine too. That is also a way.
Mom, why aren’t we taking Chao Chao with us today? I wanted to spend time with you today just like when you were young. How about I tell you a secret? What is it? You have to promise that you will not tell anyone. It’s embarrassing. Pinky promise. Pinky promise.
I will not tell anyone for 100 years. When I was not over 20 years old, my parents got a divorce. I was extremely upset. I spent my nights crying in my blanket. I always woke up with extremely swollen eyes the next morning. I felt like the sky was going to crumble.
You must be scared at the time. Your grandpa left us. Your granny could not eat well. I was terrified that I would wake up to find out that I was alone. That’s so sad. What happened then? Then, I thought that I must grow up fast because Granny needed someone to
Take care of her. I wondered what will happen to her if I collapsed. So, I gritted my teeth and thought that everything would be over soon as long as I persevered. That was what I told myself. Then, I met your father. Eventually, I got you and your brother.
Our family live together happily and those hard times are over. I also looked for happiness in those hard times. Although your grandpa and granny separated, their love for me would never change. Do you remember how we used to look at the sky at night?
We can always find stars if we look hard regardless of how dark it is, right? There are times when we can find many stars. Your friends are like those stars. Dad, Mom, Grandpa, Granny and your brother will always stay by your side and be your stars.
The night sky will never be too dark then. It is springtime in 2019. Huan Huan had some obstacles but that’s okay because she will overcome them soon enough. She will become even stronger and tougher, right? She will love Mom even more too. Ms. Zhang, what is this? This is a ballot box.
Aren’t we done with voting? Our election was to vote for someone else. This ballot box is for you to vote for yourself. What is this for? We are not voting for anything. We can all write down our daily contribution to the class, including anything you’ve done to the class
And place them into the box. You can also write down any contribution that your classmates provide to the class. I will sort out the ballot box every Friday during our class meeting and read them aloud. We will see which student contributes the most to the class and which student is most active, understand?
Understood! What you have now is the sales promotion plan for the next season. Please have a look. This isn’t just a sales plan, this is our life. This can’t be right. We accept that there won’t be any additional promotion for household items, but why is the plan for the next season so stringent?
Our shopping centre always have anniversary sales. Things are different each year. We released more new products this year than we used to. It will be the stock distribution period for the next season. It won’t be good for our brand if we give huge discounts like we used to. I disagree.
Other huge brands have major anniversary events too. You are talking about other brands. Every brand is different. I don’t think it’s about the brand, it’s about the people. I see everyone the same and I don’t discriminate anyone or any shopping centres. Are you sure? Mrs. Nan?
Based on this, I’m perfectly capable to speculate that you are trying to get personal revenge here. I believe that everyone seated here can behave professionally. I suppose that you all know that whining doesn’t give you what you want all the time. A brand’s long term development is like a child’s growth.
We can’t just look at what’s right in front. We can’t only put our focus on getting sales. If we harm our brand’s reputation for sales, it will be irreparable. -She has a point. -Right. You can get the same six-piece satin set from other brands for 899 or 999 yuan during a promotional event.
Yet, Wei Nuan’s costs almost 5000 yuan. Customers aren’t stupid. All efforts will go to waste if it can’t get sold. Are we supposed to put them in the storeroom as decorations? 899 yuan? Four-piece sets or six-piece sets with the wholesale price of 199 or 299 yuan are everywhere.
There are even cheaper ones in online stores. However, actual stores provide customers the chance for real experience. They can see the products with their own eyes, touch them and listen to our sales associates’ introduction with their own ears. That is where we excel.
I have been highlighting that competing with prices will be fruitless. Everyone knows how to flaunt words. If that’s the case, all brands should just sell the products to customers straight. Since they are only providing little support, what’s the purpose of shopping centres like us?
I will always stand in a position to think for the benefit of both sides. You can talk to me personally after this if you have any objection. Coffee or tea? Do I think I’m in the mood? Mrs. Nan, you are the director. Our shopping centre will not survive with this strategy.
Please have mercy and allow us to live. The strategy wasn’t decided solely by me. I discussed with your sales manager and reported to the President prior to this. How is it possible for us to negotiate for the pricing like a wet market? I don’t believe you. You are the sales director.
Don’t you have more say in this? I am only the acting sales director. Also, this has nothing to do with me personally. There is no way to change the strategy as it is already decided. The collaboration between Yi Bai and Wei Nuan has been going on for years.
I joined Yi Bai right after I graduated from university and so I am acquainted with Wei Nuan’s superiors. Do as you wish. I did nothing wrong. I didn’t discriminate nor favour anyone. Nan Li, that’s enough. Let’s just talk it out. It’s just the kids’ committee selection.
Regardless of anything, it was a fair fight. Why can’t you accept your defeat? I can’t talk to you if you’re being emotional. I have said everything I should. You can appeal to the President if you have any objection. Also, you know very well whether it was a fair fight.