When you smile, it puts me in a good mood.
There, I smiled.
Now keep up the good work with the massage.
That feeling when your heart races near a close friend.
Am I secretly in love?
If this keeps up,
one day you're going to find out.
I want to see Wan.
Can you help me find a way to meet her?
I was going to ask Wan to buy me some guitar strings.
Could you go buy them for me?
Wan.
Don't tell me this is just another coincidence.
You’re so controlling.
Everything I do is for you.
You just want to distance yourself from me.
That's why you're pushing me towards Ek.
I hate you.
Pleng!
Hey.
You’re awake?
How did I end up here?
Madam and I brought you here.
You…
You always make me worry.
And…
Where’s my mom?
She’s talking to the doctor.
She’ll be here soon.
Do you want me to go get her for you?
No, it’s fine.
You stay right here.
I just want to be alone with you.
What’s wrong?
Are you worried about me?
Didn’t you say you hated me?
You have no idea
how I felt
when I saw you passed out in the bathtub.
And how did you feel?
I was scared.
I was scared you wouldn’t wake up again.
Scared that
your last memory
would be me saying I hated you.
So, do you hate me?
I don’t hate you.
When people hate each other,
they don’t cry for one another.
You’re not answering my question.
I asked if you hated me.
I love you.
You’re awake, dear? How are you feeling?
I’m feeling better, Mom.
I’m sorry, Mom, for ruining Dad’s surprise plan.
Not at all, dear.
Even if you weren’t lying here,
the plan would’ve fallen through anyway.
Your dad messaged me saying he was coming home late.
You know,
you almost gave me a heart attack.
Who does that?
Lying in hot water until your body overheats?
Don’t do that again, okay?
Okay.
Madam, does Pleng need to be admitted?
No, dear.
The doctor said once this IV finishes, she can go home.
But tonight, can you stay with Pleng?
I’m still worried.
Of course, Madam.
Pleng,
don’t stress about your dad.
He’s really strong, you know.
He’ll get through this problem.
You talk like you know everything.
I thought you were asleep.
If you thought I was asleep, why did you even say that?
Well, if you’re not asleep, then talk with me for a while.
I can’t sleep.
What should we talk about?
I don’t know.
I just want to talk, that’s all.
We’ve spent the past week just being mad at each other.
Ever since Ek came into the picture.
Can I ask you something?
Do you not like Ek at all?
It’s not that I don’t like him.
But I’m just not ready to open up.
And you?
Didn’t you say you were looking for a partner?
Have you found one yet?
No, I haven’t.
Because I’m not really looking.
What I said was just to tease you.
I think…
I’m fine living like this.
Living alone, you mean?
I thought you’d say living with me.
EK
Are you really asleep?
If you don’t wake up…
I’ll…
What are you going to do?
I thought you were tough.
Serves you right.
Pleng, that hurt.
You’re the one who likes to show off. Serves you right.
I’m feeling sleepy.
I’m going to sleep now.
You should sleep soon too.
You have class early tomorrow.
Hey, I’m not joking, I’m going to sleep now.
I’m not joking.
If you want to sleep, then sleep.
I’ll just keep holding you like this.
So you’ll stay warm.
And won’t pass out in the bath again.
You didn’t answer my question.
I asked if you hated me.
I love you.
WHEN YOU WAKE UP, TEXT ME AND LET ME KNOW HOW YOU'RE DOING.
When you wake up, text me and let me know how you’re doing.
I’ll come back as soon as class is over.
EK
What is it now?
Are you having problems with Wan because of me?
No, not at all.
Are you sure?
It feels like Wan isn’t too happy
that you set up the meeting for me and Wan.
Maybe just a little.
Doing something without telling her…
Anyone would feel upset about that.
So, would it be okay
if I asked you to set up another meeting with Wan?
But this time, be upfront about it, and say I want to meet Wan.
I have something important I want to tell her.
Honestly, what’s this important thing?
What are you going to tell her?
You want my help but won’t tell me? I think I should know.
Otherwise, the outcome might be the same as before.
I got accepted directly into the Business program.
I want to tell Wan. I want Wan to be happy for me.
If you had someone you liked, when you accomplished something,
you would probably want to do the same as me, right?
Please. Help me one more time, please.
I’m begging you.
Aunt Wi.
Madam has been out on business all morning,
so she asked me to look after you.
How are you feeling? Are you better now?
I’m feeling better, thank you.
Ms. Pleng.
If it’s okay, I’d like to ask you something.
Sure. Please have a seat, Aunt Wi.
It’s about the boy.
The one you and Wan talked about.
The one who liked Wan. His name is Ek, right?
Yes, that’s right.
Why are you asking about Ek, Aunt Wi?
Well, lately, I’ve noticed he’s been calling Wan a lot,
But Wan doesn’t really talk to him.
So I was wondering if there’s some problem between them,
or if he’s done something wrong to her.
No, there’s nothing. Ek is a good person.
How is he good?
He’s good in every way, Aunt Wi.
His looks,
his status, and even his future.
Is he really that perfect?
If that’s the case,
could I ask you
to help them become a couple?
Since they’ll be going to university soon anyway.
Once they graduate,
they’ll have to get married and start a family.
If you meet someone good, from now on,
you should quickly seize the opportunity.
You shouldn’t let it slip away.
Will you be okay
if Wan ends up having a boyfriend before you?
Well, I’m okay with it.
But,
I think in matters like this,
it’s better to let Wan decide for herself, Aunt Wi.
No, Ms. Pleng.
My daughter is clueless.
She can't make decisions on her own.
She doesn't know how to choose anything.
And besides, if you make the decision for her,
she won’t dare to refuse.
Please.
If you're feeling better, then I'll go prepare some breakfast for you.
Okay.
Thank you, Aunt Wi.
I’m feeling better now.
After school today, don’t come straight home.
I’ll come pick you up.
I want to grab some dessert, come with me?
What made you suddenly invite me for dessert?
You usually don’t even touch sweets.
Aren’t you afraid of gaining weight?
Yeah. But you love sweets.
You’re trying to please me.
Do you have something on your mind?
I want you to give Ek another chance.
Wan.
Just try. Give it a shot, okay?
Give Ek another chance.
This is really important.
Please, Wan, I’m asking you.
Congratulations, Ek.
Your parents must be so proud of you.
My parents are probably just satisfied that I didn’t embarrass them.
They’re not that proud, really.
But whatever, I don’t really care about that anyway.
What anyone else thinks doesn’t matter to me.
As long as you praise me, I’m happy.
Is that so?
Why are your expectations so low?
I thought you wanted to score more points with me.
What points?
Well, aren’t you trying to win me over?
This already counts as extra points.
I’m at a loss for words.
I’ll go order dessert now.
My treat.
Hey.
Why is your name Wanviva?
Because, Wan’s mom went into labor with her
on the day her parents were registering their marriage.
So my mom named her Wanviv`a (Wedding Day).
Because her birthday
fell on the same day her parents registered their marriage.
Pleng, you really know Wan so well.
If you were a guy,
and I had to compete with you to win Wan’s heart,
I’d definitely lose.
Why do you think that?
I’m giving you the chance to get to know me better, aren’t I?
If you want to know something, just ask me.
I’ll answer myself.
No one else needs to.
I just remembered I need to go buy something.
You two get to know each other better while I’m gone.
I’ll be off then.
Wan, call me when you’re done.
We can leave together, so Aunt Wi won’t complain.
Pleng.
Finished talking with Ek?
I don’t know. I just know that I’m full.
So we went our separate ways.
I didn’t want to sit for too long.
Didn’t want to trouble the shop.
And most importantly, I don’t like eating dessert with anyone else
except you.
Is this really the time to think about me?
You should be thinking about Ek instead.
I went out of my way to give you time with him.
You made an effort, but you weren’t really willing.
Why are you doing this
when we both already understand each other?
Understand what?
That I love you, and you love me.
Even if you don’t say it, I can tell.
And since we love each other,
why would you want me to love someone else?
It’s not the same, Wan.
Yes, we love each other,
but we love each other as friends.
Love is still love. It doesn’t matter what kind of love it is.
Can you stop being so selfish for once?
Do you know that it’s not just me who wants you to be with Ek?
There are other people too.
Who else is there?
Wan, I’m begging you.
Fine.
I’ll date Ek then.
But I’ll only date Ek if you’re no longer in my life.
But for now, I’m going to stick with you like this.
No one will be able to pull me away from you, Pleng.
Wan, but…
But what?
We’re adults now.
I shouldn’t have to explain it any further.
Let’s go home.
Pleng,
if you keep being stubborn like this,
I'm going to shout so everyone knows that I love you.
Are you daring me?
-I love you, Pleng! -Stop it, Wan!
Please, stop, Wan.
Okay, fine. I’ll go home. I give up.
-I love you! -Wan!
Enough.
Let’s go home.
Pleng…
Can I sit with you?
Is that a new song?
I’ve never heard it before.
Is it the one you wrote the other day?
The day you were secretly looking at something on your computer?
I’m trying to concentrate.
Please don’t talk to me right now.
And there are still no lyrics yet?
I haven’t thought of any yet.
So, can you write a song for me too?
I’d love to have a song that you wrote for me.
Sure.
But…
Let me think about it first.
I’ve never written a song about a friend before.
It’s not that hard.
Just write it based on how you feel.
If it’s love, then say it’s love.
What kind of friends would write songs for each other.
Then, just say it straight out.
I’m waiting to hear.
You don’t have to say anything.
I won’t push you anymore.
But promise me that you’ll write this song for me.
I’ll write this song for you.
Thank you.
Why is Uncle here, Mom?
He’s probably here to talk about the issues at your dad’s company.
If they’re bringing in a lawyer,
it must be something serious.
So, when Dad told me that it wasn’t a big deal, that wasn’t true, was it?
It’s nothing to worry about, dear.
Whether the problem at the company is big or small,
we always need a lawyer’s help.
Don’t worry about your dad, Pleng.
He’ll definitely handle everything.
Trust me.
Go talk to Frank, Pleng.
He’s waiting for your uncle in the living room.
He’s probably talking to Wan.
And how are you doing with the bicycle?
I still can’t ride yet.
Look at my wound, it’s not healed yet.
Where have you been, Pleng?
Why did you leave Wan home alone?
Isn’t it a good thing?
You wanted to see Wan anyway.
Not at all.
My dad had business with your dad,
so I just tagged along for fun.
You’re so close to Frank.
Aren’t you afraid Ek will get jealous?
Who’s Ek?
He’s Wan’s boyfriend, of course.
So, Wan really does have a boyfriend?
Well, I told you before, but you didn’t believe me.
Yeah, but…
I thought you were lying,
Just trying to block me from making a move on Wan.
And I know you’re really protective of Wan.
You’re right. Pleng was lying.
But not completely.
I don’t have a boyfriend,
but I do have someone I love very much.
Really?
Yes.
I love that person very much.
So, I guess I’ve lost my chance to date you.
Being siblings is much better.
If we were a couple, we’d eventually break up.
We’ve known each other since we were kids.
I don’t want to lose you.
Okay.
Siblings then.
That’s nice too.
I get to have two lovely sisters.
But, nothing in this world is certain, right?
So, if one day you change your mind, just let me know.
Frank.
Let’s go home.
Yes, Dad.
Goodbye, Uncle.
Goodbye.
I’m off now.
Bye-bye, little sisters.
-Goodbye. -Alright.
Pleng…
Is something wrong?
I’m stressed about my dad.
I want to know what problems he’s really facing.
But Mom won’t let me talk to him.
Well, if your mom doesn’t want you to talk to him,
it means she’s already thought it through,
and it’s probably for your own good.
You should trust her.
Easy for you to say.
You’re not exactly perfect yourself.
Always being so obedient to your mom.
At least I’m not a liar like you.
How could you tell Mr. Frank something like that? That I’m dating Ek?
I was just saying it as a possibility.
Because eventually,
you’re going to date Ek, right?
No, that’s not true.
I said I’d date Ek only if you were no longer in my life.
But for me, that day will never come.
So, what did you buy?
A new bra?
It looks nice.
But it looks a bit mature.
Do you want it or not?
You bought it for me?
So you can stop wearing my old bras.
Try it on.
Not sure if it fits.
Since you bought it for me, why don’t you put it on for me?
Do I look good?
Thank you.
Can I sleep with you again tonight?
I know you’re stressed about your dad.
I don’t want to leave you alone.
You’re trying to sneak a kiss again.
No, I’m not.
I just can’t sleep.
So I checked to see if you were asleep.
Can’t sleep?
Want to fall asleep?
I’ll help you with that.
Help with what?
Mom!
What was that sound, Mom?
Dad. Dad.
Dad! Dad!
Wake up, Dad!
Please wake up, Dad!
Why did you do this, Dad?
Madam. Madam.
Madam.
-Please, calm down. -Huh?
Mom!
Madam. Madam.
Madam.
Did you really leave me and Mom behind?
Wan! Wan, call an ambulance!
Madam.
How could you leave me and Mom like this?
Mom! Mom!
Mom!
Are you the patient’s family?
The patient has passed away
from sudden cardiac arrest.
I’m sorry for your loss.
Mom…
Why did you leave me, Mom?
Pleng…
Hello.
Stay strong, Pleng.
Your parents are at peace now.
Thank you so much, Uncle.
It’s no problem.
I’m happy to help.
Let me do something for your parents.
I have something important to discuss with you, Pleng.
But we can talk after the funeral.
What is it about?
It’s about what your father entrusted to me.
We can talk about it now.
Not yet, Pleng.
Give yourself some time to grieve first.
Let’s talk about other things later.
I’m really worried about you.
Thank you, Frank.
I’m holding up.
This sum of money is what your father entrusted to me.
He wanted me to give it to you, Pleng.
Thank you so much, Uncle.
It’s no problem.
Pleng, use this money wisely.
Because this is the last thing he left behind for you.
What do you mean by that, Uncle?
All of your father’s assets right now,
including the house you’re living in now,
are about to be seized.
And they will be sold to pay off his debts.
DO NOT MOVE
Pleng!
-Pleng! -Let go of me! Let go!
Wan, let me go!
Don't do this.
Let go of me, Wan! Let go!
Wan, let me go!
Wan! Let go!
Wan…
Blaming yourself like this
won’t bring your parents back to life, you know.
Wan…
What’s happened has happened, and we have to accept it and be strong.
Crying and losing your mind like this won’t help.
From now on, you have to grow up and be an adult, Ms. Pleng.
There are many things you’ll need to handle on your own.
There’s no time for you to be drowning in sorrow like this.
It’s probably not as comfortable here as it is at home, right, Pleng?
Whatever you can do by yourself,
you’ll have to do it on your own.
But if you don’t want to, that’s okay.
I’ll handle everything for you.
What do I need to do to get through this?
You don’t have to do anything.
It’ll pass on its own.
I don’t want to be weak anymore.
I want to get through this as quickly as possible.
Like Aunt Wi said.
Don’t listen to my mom.
You’re human.
It’s okay to feel weak sometimes.
And what you’ve been through
is really heavy.
No matter how hard you try to be strong,
it won’t change anything.
So,
if you’re feeling something right now,
just let yourself feel it.
And, in time, everything will get better.
It’s okay.
Let it all out.
I’ll be the one to wipe your tears.
I'm going to school now.
Aren’t you going with Ms. Pleng?
Not yet.
Pleng needs to rest until she feels better.
If someone asks her something,
it might get tough for her.
It would just be a burden on me.
Why did you say that, Dad?
What?
Just dealing with you and your mom is already hard enough for me.
And now I have to take care of her too? Does that even make sense?
But Ms. Pleng’s parents were good to us.
They were good to you and your mom,
but not to me.
If you want to repay them,
then go live with her somewhere else.
You don’t have to stay here.
-This is my house. -Dad…
Go to school now.
You’ll be late.
Ms. Pleng, I brought you some food.
I’m not hungry, Aunt Wi.
I know you’re still upset,
but I’ve already told you, haven’t I?
You need to pull yourself together.
Otherwise, you’re going to make everyone worry about you even more.
I’m sorry, Aunt Wi.
It’s alright.
I just want you to get better quickly, Pleng.
So you can start doing what you need to do.
What do you mean by that, Aunt Wi?
You have the money that your dad left for you, right?
Yes, I do.
So, what do you plan to do with that money?
I don’t know.
I haven’t really thought about it yet.
But I guess…
I’ll use it to pay for tuition and personal expenses.
But have you thought about
what you’ll do when the money runs out?
I think it would be good for you to think about it.
Because I believe you know I can’t help you that much,
other than letting you stay here
until you can get back on your feet and move out.
I’m sorry for being so direct,
but this house isn’t mine.
I also have to be considerate of Wan's father.
Yes, Aunt Wi.
I’ll try to get back on my feet as quickly as I can.
That’s good.
I believe you can do it.
Now, eat your food.
Thank you.
Good job, you almost finished your meal.
But you still haven’t showered since this morning.
Should I help you with that?
What happened to your face?
Some kind of bug. Probably a mosquito.
I ended up slapping it a little too hard.
Come on, let’s go shower.
My house doesn’t have a water heater.
It gets cold at night.
It’s okay. I’ll shower by myself.
But I want to help you shower.
I said it’s okay.
I don't want to bother you.
Who said it’s a bother?
Taking care of you is my happiness.
But when you help me,
it brings me discomfort.
I’m going to school tomorrow.
Exams are coming up.
I don’t want to fall behind my friends.
How did she get here?
By bus?
Her house got seized.
Oh no, so she’s homeless now?
Where are you going to live now?
She probably has nowhere to stay.
That’s so unfortunate.
No house, no car either.
And when she cries, who is she going to run to?
Her dad’s gone, Her mom’s gone too.
Such a sad life. From a rich girl to nothing.
Yeah, serves her right.
It’s really sad.
Sounds like a tragic story.
Should we cry about it?
Why cry? Let her cry on her own.
Do you feel like crying along with her?
Pleng…
Is this what they call a fallen princess?
Don’t be too sad.
If you need any help,
just let me know.
When are you guys going to stop being so fake?
Aren’t you tired of all this? Seriously.
What are you even talking about?
What am I talking about?
I heard everything in the music room that day.
You all hate me, don’t you?
And didn’t you say
that if I fell, you’d kick me while I was down?
So why haven’t you done it yet?
If you’re not going to,
then get lost.
And don’t bother showing your face to me again.
I want to be alone.
Fine.
We’ll leave.
But don’t forget,
you don’t have your parents to protect you anymore.
I think you should stop being so arrogant.
What are you gonna do about it?
-And what if I do? -I think you deserve it.
-What are you gonna do? -Enough!
-Stop it, Pleng, don’t! -Let go!
-What are you gonna do? -Let go!
Even now, you’re still acting so arrogant.
I told you not to get involved with her, didn’t I?
Are you okay?
What more do you want from me?
I don’t want anything.
I just came to warn you about Wan.
You shouldn’t hurt Wan.
Wan has already been hurt enough because of you.
So, did Pleng's dad kill himself because he was involved in fraud?
Yeah, so how is Pleng doing now?
Her house was seized. Where is she staying now?
A shelter, maybe?
What?
Don't you know?
-It's called the fallen princess. -You!
Let me go!
Wan!
-Let go! -Stop, stop!
Stop, I said stop!
Stop, stop, stop right now!
What are you fighting about?
All of you, follow me to the disciplinary office.
Wan loves you a lot, you know.
Treat her better, please. Before you end up with no one.
Pleng…
Wan…
Did it hurt a lot?
I’m sorry for hurting you.
You don’t need to apologize.
I know you didn’t mean to.
You got this wound because of me, didn’t you?
I’m such a terrible friend.
I’ve hurt you so many times.
And now, I’m still being a burden to you.
How could you think that?
You’re not a burden to me at all.
If anything, I’m the one who’s been a burden to you.
You’ve tried to push me away so many times.
But I never left, did I?
If anyone should feel guilty,
it's me.
And do you think that when I pushed you away,
I really wanted to do it?
I don’t know.
You never express your feelings directly.
Didn’t you say you knew I loved you?
I don’t know.
I said it to make myself feel better.
I’m sorry, Pleng.
I’m sorry for not leaving you.
I’ve tried,
but I just couldn’t.
Because I love you so much.
I love you just as much.
Your advisor came to talk to me
about you wanting to apply for medical school.
I have no doubt about your abilities
because someone who consistently gets close to a 4.0 GPA
will definitely get into medical school.
But you know
that good grades alone aren't enough, right?
Your behavior has to be exemplary too.
Stay focused.
And don’t let something like this happen again.
Otherwise,
your dream of becoming a doctor will come to an end.
You don’t have to push her away directly.
Just make her feel like a burden, and she’ll leave on her own.
Why are you crying? You’re better than me anyway.
And for those 13 years you disappeared,
why did you end up like this?
You finally became a doctor, didn’t you?
Don’t touch Pleng.
It’s a conversation between a husband and wife, stay out of it.
-I’ll slap you. -Do it, then.
I’ll wait for you to come home for dinner.
Can we skip dinner? I’d rather eat something else.
Pleng, right? nner? I’d rather eat something else.