Hongdou, it's time to leave.
Your ride will be here soon.
All right. You're already so beautiful.
My bag.
Coming, here you go.
Carry it.
Be careful on your trip.
Hongmi, I'll get going.
Do well. Don't come back crying.
Go away.
Can you say some auspicious words?
Hello.
-May you be prosperous. -Look at you two.
Go.
Hongdou.
You must transfer planes. Eat this on the way.
She can buy these everywhere.
Don't trouble her.
-I especially prepared these for her. -Come on.
You have to go.
You…
Remember.
Call me when you arrive.
Okay, I got it.
If you're busy,
just send me messages.
Okay.
Be careful.
-I'll get going. -Go.
-Okay, smile. -Excuse me, wait a moment.
One, two, three.
Xiaoxin, be careful.
That table is following up.
-Wash these. I'll do it. -Okay.
Mom, call Uncle Zhiyao.
When will he pick me up?
Listen, I'm very busy now.
Don't worry, sit there first. Okay?
But…
Don't rush, both of you.
I'll make a call now.
Why are there so many people?
-The tour group's bus broke down. -Uncle Zhiyao.
Uncle Zhiyao, let's go.
Wait a moment.
The lion dance will start at twelve.
-Where's Nana? -She took the day off.
Wait. It's so busy now.
Call and ask her to help.
She's not here. She's picking up her better half at the airport.
She has a boyfriend?
I don't know.
Go watch the lion dance with Xiaohulu.
She has been waiting for you. Go on.
Uncle Zhiyao, let's go.
Why?
Tuotuo and the others must already be there.
Come on, Uncle Zhiyao.
-We'll get going then. -Okay.
Listen to your uncle.
-Let's go and see the lion dance. -Okay.
Hello, Hongdou?
Okay, I'm at the entrance.
Just come out.
I see you.
Hongdou!
Grandma Xie.
Hongdou.
Why are you back?
Why didn't Zhiyao tell me?
I haven't told him yet.
I'll tell you about it later.
You're back.
This is great.
What do you want for lunch?
I'll call Zhiyao to buy it for you.
There's no need.
I'm going to see him now.
Okay.
A new store just opened.
He promised to watch the lion dance with Xiaohulu.
I know.
See you at home.
I'll get going.
-Take care. -Okay.
Great.
LANGGE GRAND OPENING
-Excellent! -Excellent!
-Great! -Great!
Uncle Zhiyao.
Over there.
What?
I saw Hongdou.
Maybe they just look similar.
Do you still want to watch it?
If not, I'll put you down.
My neck is sore.
No. I want to watch more.
-Great! -Great!
You're so little. Why did you squeeze into the crowd?
What if you fall and get stepped on?
But I can't see it.
You still can't do that.
Hongdou, haven't you already left?
I'm back.
Come on, I'll tell you something.
Listen to me.
Be careful. Don't get hurt.
-Great! -Great!
Tuotuo, what's up?
Nana is showing the homestay to someone.
She wants you to go there.
Nana?
Who is it? Why did she ask you to tell me?
Nana is showing the homestay to someone.
She wants you to go there.
Okay.
Nana is showing the homestay to someone.
She wants you to go there.
I got it.
-Great! -Great!
DALI LEATHER GOODS STORE
-Great! -Great!
Hello.
I'm Xie…
Hello.
I'm Xu Hongdou.
What kind of reaction is this?
Are you shocked?
Xie Zhiyao, no way.
Are you going to cry out of excitement?
Why did you suddenly come back?
It's not sudden.
I've thought about it for a long time.
You did this on purpose.
Yes.
I wanted to see your reaction.
Why are you looking at me through the screen?
I'm recording.
It's you who are afraid of crying.
How can you be so confident?
Look at yourself.
I…
didn't wash my hair yesterday.
I can tell.
I usually wash my hair every day.
Xie Zhiyao.
I've known you for a while.
Why are you here?
Me?
Isn't it obvious?
I'm here to see the homestay.
Didn't you tell me
to consider having a career here?
Didn't you say you would wait
until after the bookstore opens?
But it's a good bargain now.
It's a great time to start.
After Shaohua Bookstore opens,
it will drive development.
Then the price will go up.
Since I've got first-hand inside information,
if I don't start now, when will I do it?
Wait until the rent is up?
You're going to run a homestay here?
Haven't I made myself clear enough?
It's very risky to start a business.
Thank you for your concern.
I've already found my business partner.
Who is it?
It's a secret for now.
Do you welcome me?
Are you really sure?
-Forget it then. -No.
Of course I welcome you.
I'm just a little bit…
stunned.
Where's your luggage?
Nana placed it in the yard.
Inform Huang Xinxin.
Don't show the homestay to others.
And I will pay
the price you mentioned before.
Is that okay?
Sure.
I'll go to the village committee later.
I'll tell her.
You can go back to the yard first.
I'll make plans for tonight.
What plans?
A banquet.
Welcome back.
See you tonight.
Jiahui.
I'm back, Jiahui.
You didn't find Mr. Xie?
A new store is opening,
so he went to help.
Your luggage is in your room.
I haven't told Xiaochun that you'll continue the lease yet.
Remember to call and tell her.
Okay.
What would you like to drink?
Coffee.
Okay.
I'm back.
It's clean, right?
I cleaned the room twice.
-Here's your coffee. -Thank you.
You just brought one suitcase?
My mom will send the rest later.
Is there anything else I can help you with?
No need.
I didn't bring much this time.
I'll just make the bed, and I can sleep at night.
Do you think
our homestay can earn a lot of money?
Lower your expectations.
Let's survive first and take our time.
Let's take our time.
It's not a smooth path.
Once we open,
it's a path to the guest rooms,
kitchen,
and clogged sewer.
Be prepared.
I'm a bit excited about that.
Nana.
I didn't expect that we would be business partners.
And I didn't expect
you would be back to open a homestay.
You want to open a homestay with me?
Are you serious?
Yes.
You're quite rich, right?
Yes.
Do you want to join?
Actually, I can find another partner.
But I considered it,
and you're the most suitable.
If you handle the café in the homestay lobby,
I'll feel at ease.
But is this kind of like poaching an employee from Mr. Xie?
It's every man for himself.
Working for yourself is better
than working for others.
Xu Hongdou.
I didn't expect you to be this kind of person.
I love it.
My mom says it's good to invest in this project.
My dad says it's not a big investment anyway
and I should just do what I like.
Let's work well together.
Right.
Come on. Plate it.
Should I leave you some?
There's no need.
I have other dishes.
Okay.
You're really not coming?
Yes.
A large group of people is very noisy.
Bring that there now.
Okay. I'll get going then.
Okay.
Here.
Don't order me around.
I have my own style.
There.
This was what Xiaobai told me last time when she massaged me.
For shoulders,
these are the two important points.
Guess how old Xiaobai is.
She's probably in her thirties or forties.
She's not older than 30.
Xiaobai's daughter is going to college now.
-Really? -She looks so young.
-Hongdou, is Xinxin not back yet? -Yes?
She'll be back soon.
-Thank you, Hongdou. -You're welcome.
-Let's pour the wine. -Here it is.
Come on.
-You're so pretty. -You too.
-Hongdou, we've missed you so much. -Thank you.
You're finally back.
-Welcome back. -I've missed you a lot.
Welcome back, Hongdou.
A little bit.
-Okay. -Thank you.
-A little bit. -I'll pour it.
Thank you.
Good.
-Mr. Hu. -Thank you.
-Here. -Mr. Hu.
Stop eating.
The elders haven't eaten.
How can we eat first?
Tuotuo, you're so sensible.
I'm sensible too.
I just tasted it.
Here.
Stir-fried steak with mint.
It's the last one?
-Yes. -Put it in front of Chuchu.
-She loves steak. -Okay.
-It's fine, I can reach it. -Sit down.
Zhiyao.
Why isn't your grandma here?
I invited her,
but she said it's too noisy since there are many people.
But she wants you to play mahjong with her after this.
Okay.
Once Hongdou is back,
Zhiyao prepared a lavish banquet dinner.
Others might think it's a wedding reception.
It is.
Zhiyao.
Let's treat it as an engagement ceremony.
Don't talk nonsense.
Gossip will spread in the village tomorrow.
We're gathered here today
to welcome and thank Ms. Xu Hongdou
for helping our village's tourism development.
-Great. Welcome, and thank you. -Great.
Thank you.
Thank you, everyone.
I hope you'll look kindly upon me.
Please forgive me
if I bother you in the future.
Hongdou, don't be shy.
Just bother Zhiyao.
Bother him as much as you want.
He's fine with that. Right?
Goodness, Aunt Feng, you're making fun of me again.
Guanjun told me
that Zhiyao said
when the bookstore opens,
the village committee will give him a wife.
Why bother the village committee?
Work hard by yourself.
Yang Guanjun is mocking me again.
When did I say that?
If he does well, they'll give him a spouse?
When the homestay opens, give me one too.
Sure.
How about Xiaxia?
She's a business owner,
will she like Xiaxia?
It's fine with me.
When the homestay opens,
I'll come and get him.
Okay.
Listen.
If it's fine with you, just get him.
Xiaxia.
Why are you blushing?
-Stop it. -Xiaxia.
You can't be so shy.
How can you find a wife then? Right?
Come on, Xiaxia, have a shrimp.
Chuchu, how old are you?
I'm 24 years old.
That's perfect.
Do you like Xiaxia?
Xiaxia is a good boy.
Xiaxia.
Why are you blushing again?
Stop teasing my brother.
What's wrong with you?
Well, here.
Let's raise our glasses.
Welcome, Xu Hongdou.
-Welcome! -Welcome!
-Welcome, Xu Hongdou. -Hongdou.
-Hongdou.
Thank you.
Uncle Zhiyao, can we eat now?
What a glutton.
Eat up. We're all friends here. Help yourselves.
-Eat up. -Okay.
Go and eat.
Eat more.
DALI CITY LUOXIA TOWN YUNMIAO VILLAGE COMMITTEE
Pork stew.
There's pork stew for dinner tonight.
MOM
Hello?
Mom.
I just took a shower.
What did you have for dinner?
There was a lot of food.
The madams in the village came too.
And we filmed a video. I'll send it later.
All right. Don't forget to send it.
By the way, take a look
at the very bottom of your bag.
What did you put in here this time?
Search at the bottom.
Did you find it?
Your CCB card?
If I had given it to you face-to-face,
you would've given it back secretly.
In this card
is the 200,000 yuan you gave me for interior design
and I asked your dad to deposit another 100,000 yuan in it.
It was supposed to be
for you to buy an apartment
or for when you get married.
Mom, we've talked about this before.
My sister bought a house for you.
I would pay for the interior design.
And that even costs over 200,000 yuan.
I still have money.
I know you have money.
But you're starting a business, right?
You have to spend a lot.
You'll feel at ease since you have money there.
Don't send it back to me.
Keep it first.
Just think that we'll feel at ease that way.
Okay?
Fine.
If I use this money,
it will be your investment in my homestay.
When it starts to profit,
I'll give you a bonus.
Okay. Let's do as you say.
Well,
the pin is 300400.
No.
Don't always use this pin.
Change it from 300400.
I'd better not.
I have a bad memory. I won't remember it if I change it.
Okay. Get some rest.
And don't forget to send me the video.
Okay. Bye.
XIE ZHIYAO
What's up?
Do you want to have rice noodles tomorrow morning?
No.
What's wrong with your voice?
Did you cry?
No.
You won't admit it?
What exactly happened?
I'm looking at my bank card and thinking.
Did you lose your money?
Did someone steal it?
Or did your mom use it
to buy a house for your younger brother?
You're the one who has a younger brother.
I just wanted to make you laugh.
My mom didn't use the money I gave her
for interior design.
She even added 100,000 yuan and gave it back to me.
Tell me. What's the use of raising me?
I'm really not a filial daughter.
I even complained that they mopped the floor with the bath water.
Don't you have any sympathy?
Okay. I won't laugh anymore.
You feel a bunch of emotions at night.
Don't get stuck in it.
Should I help to change your mood?
How?
I'll tell you some cheesy pickup lines.
The kind that will disgust you
after hearing it.
You can try it.
Xu Hongdou.
Why don't you look where you're going?
If you did, you wouldn't have bumped into my heart.
Go on.
Can I purchase land from you?
What land?
The land on your heart.
Are there any more?
Yes.
Can you do me a favor?
What?
Like me.
Are you happy now?
Not bad.
Okay. That's good.
When the sun rises tomorrow,
you'll feel better.
So get some rest.
Wait for a second.
How about this?
I'll make rice noodles at home tomorrow.
Wake up whenever and come to have breakfast.
I'm not going.
Why?
I'm afraid they'll laugh at me.
Who will laugh at you?
All right.
Good night. I'm going to bed.
Wait.
I'll bring it to your place.
That's fine.
Bye.
"That's fine"?
She's putting on airs.
What's fine?
YOUFENG CAFÉ
Before I came,
I made a homestay development plan.
It will fully coordinate with the initiatives of our village
and invest more in pollutant discharge management.
-So we can-- -Wait.
I'll read this later.
I have one question.
I'm listening.
How will both of you work together?
I'll be in charge of operations and management.
My share is 20%.
Nana and I will share the rest equally.
And I'll work at the homestay's café
and get a salary as an employee.
My dad once told me
that it's taboo for two friends
to start a business together.
Once you have a conflict,
you can't do business
and be friends anymore.
It won't happen to us.
If your operation isn't good
and there's a problem with funding…
I'll sell her watch.
Xiaohuang is worried that you're being impulsive
and too optimistic.
How can we be optimistic?
Running a homestay is not a smooth path.
It's a path to the guest rooms, kitchen,
and clogged sewer.
Hongdou has told me seriously about these things.
And I'm mentally ready.
No matter how prepared you are,
in the face of reality,
you'll never really be ready.
There are so many challenges.
If it doesn't go well,
a homestay's life span may be very short.
How long?
Very few survive over two years.
Actually,
I've already checked with a friend who's a homestay owner.
My budget is enough for now.
She also did the calculation for me.
Look.
I've paid the rent for five years.
And the price is good.
And the rent now
should be less than 30% of annual revenues.
So we don't feel pressured operationally.
Of course, during actual operations,
we might encounter unexpected things and difficulties.
But we should start it first.
If we're overly cautious,
we can do nothing at all.
It's just like life.
We'll cross the bridge when we get there.
I have the same thoughts.
She's just giving you a heads-up.
Your attitude should be
steady and serious.
You're the one who's worried.
I know.
No matter what happens,
Mr. Xie and Xinxin
will support us unconditionally.
You won't let me face it alone.
Am I right?
Don't flatter me.
That doesn't work on me.
I think it works well on you.
Go away.
Let me answer this first.
The development plan.
-This is nice. -Hello?
Have you arrived?
Where are you?
I see.
Wait for us at the crossroad.
I'm with Mr. Xie at the café.
We'll go to the village.
What would you like to drink?
Nana, do you have cold brewed tea?
Yes.
How many people are there?
-Got it. -They're here to inspect the bookstore.
Okay, bye.
Well, Mr. Xie.
Go to Mr. Li and draft a contract.
Sure.
Ms. Xu.
Please prepare the money.
Ms. Xu.
-We'll go ahead. -Go ahead.
-Bye. -I'll read the plan later.
-Okay. -We'll get going.
Bye.
-Four cold brewed teas. -Thank you.
-Okay. -Bye, Nana.
-Bye. -See you.
I'm so happy.
Now, sweet Hongdou and beautiful Nana
will take over the homestay.
But Mr. Xie,
you told me to tell them how difficult it would be.
Weren't you afraid that they might give up?
If they just gave up after a few words,
it would mean they're not suitable to run the homestay.
You're the one who's afraid they're being impulsive.
Why did you ask me to talk to them?
It's not good for me to dampen their spirits.
You're good at relationship risk management.
Here you go again.
If you don't want me to say it, make a move.
Why are you in a hurry?
There's no need to hurry.
You must hurry. If you won't do it now, then when?
Everything is under control.
-Little crayons -Little crayons
-In beautiful colors -In beautiful colors
-Red, yellow, blue, and green, so nice -Red, yellow, blue, and green, so nice
-The little kids -The little kids
-Are so happy -Are so happy
-Drawing and comparing -Drawing and comparing
-Draw a bird -Draw a bird
-Flying in the blue sky -Flying in the blue sky
-Xiaohulu. Your dad. -Draw grasses
-Growing in spring -Growing in spring
-You draw the sun -You draw the sun
-I draw the national flag -I draw the national flag
-Motherland, motherland -Motherland, motherland
-We love you -We love you
-Motherland, motherland -Motherland, motherland
-We love you -We love you
Do you want to stand at the center?
But I think it's good to stand at the edge.
The center is the best place.
I want the best position.
You're like me.
We sing out of tune.
So it may not happen.
I know. I've been working on it.
Dad, didn't anyone buy your water dispenser?
Someone will buy it.
Dad, you should work hard too.
I will.
By the way, Dad,
I'll tell you a secret.
What is it?
Don't feel sad.
I won't.
A man is pursuing my mom.
A man?
Here. Xiaochun. Check it.
Don't worry.
I selected the goods carefully.
I only send the best to you.
Tell me if there's any problem.
Okay, it's not bad.
Unload them.
By the way,
this is for you.
You can use it
to make soup or steep it in water.
You seem tired recently.
Nourish yourself.
Caterpillar fungus?
Don't be shy.
-Just treat me to dinner. -No. This is too expensive.
I can't take it.
It's not expensive. Take it.
I appreciate it.
I'll buy you a meal next time.
Xiaohulu's dad is back today to see her.
-I have to go home earlier. -Aunt Baoping.
Hui keeps following her around.
Keep it down.
Stop following me.
I definitely won't take it.
I went so far to get it for you.
-Take it. -Bring it home to your family.
Take it. It's good for your health.
-I'll help you. -Seriously…
Here. Time to eat.
-I'll get the dishes. -There's no need.
Take a seat.
Hulu, stop. Clear the table first.
Let's eat first.
Your dad will clear them.
Sure. Wash your hands.
You must be hungry, Luo Quan.
Mother, I'm not hungry.
How can you not be hungry?
Goodness.
The company has new regulations now.
If we're late or leave early,
we can't get the attendance bonus.
You've waited for a long time.
It's okay.
It's good to watch Xiaohulu practice writing.
Okay. Sit down and eat.
We're not waiting for Xiaxia?
Xiaxia won't eat here.
Here you go.
Thank you, Mother.
Get her bowl.
Here.
How are the water dispensers selling recently?
Not bad.
Not bad?
That's good.
How is your parents' health?
They're good.
Great.
You should eat quickly.
Go home after eating.
Or it will be dangerous to drive at night.
Okay.
Have you told your parents
about Xiaohulu going to elementary school?
Well…
That's not urgent.
It's like nothing is urgent with you.
Your parents think
Xiaohulu would go to study in Kunming.
You have to tell them immediately.
You can't postpone everything.
Listen, I hate that the most about you.
Eat up.
I know. I'll tell them when I get home.
-Eat up. -Thank you, Mother.
Tell them when you get back, okay?
I will. Eat up.
-Mother, here, have some too. -I'll help myself.
Don't mind other people.
Eat more meat.
Here.
These are for you and your parents.
Remember to tell them about Xiaohulu's studies.
Also…
Do you have enough money?
Even if we're saving money for Xiaohulu's education,
selling water dispensers
is not a stable job.
If you have any difficulties, tell me.
I eat at home,
so I don't spend much money.
Okay. Take care of yourself.
I won't use any money in Xiaohulu's card anyway.
Go.
Xiaochun.
Just say it.
Are you dating?
Wait. Why are you asking?
Mind your own business.
And no matter what I do,
I'll take care of our daughter well.
I didn't mean it that way.
And Luo Quan,
whether you'll date or not,
tell your mom everything clearly.
Don't be vague about everything.
If she gets worried,
she'll call my mom,
and my mom has to comfort her.
You're a really weird guy.
If you need anything, why can't you call me directly?
Why do you call my mom too?
What are you guys thinking?
I do want to call you.
But I…
I'm afraid that you'll tell me off.
When have I done that?
Fine.
Go ahead.
Be careful on the road.
I'll come here next month.
You don't have to come here if you're busy.
I'll let Xiaohulu visit her grandparents during her vacation.
I'll come next month.
Okay, it's up to you.
Xiaochun, can you be more patient with me?
Am I not patient with you,
Mr. Bandy Legs?
Look, you're calling me names again.
No, look. Aren't you bandy-legged?
I…
Your parents really gave you a good name.
It suits you.
All right. Go.
I'll get going.
I'll come next month.
Xiaochun.
Can't you say everything all at once?
Take care of yourself.
Don't work too hard.
I'll get going.
Go ahead.
Look at him. Why did I like him in college?
Come on, easy. I'll help you.
Okay.
Okay. Easy.
Why is there so much mud on these?
Xiaochun.
It's impossible for it to have no mud.
It's 61. Pay attention next time.
-Okay. -Come on.
-One, two, three. -Go.
Come on. Xiaoyue, push them in.
In my opinion,
Hui is a nice boy.
His new house is grand.
I hear he has a house in Xiaguan too.
Baoping.
It's fine if he's a few years younger.
You all say Hui is nice.
But Xiaochun doesn't like him.
Xiaohulu's dad often comes to visit.
Are they back together now?
Luo Quan is too timid.
I could tell a long time ago.
He and Xiaochun aren't a good match.
Why not?
One is too quiet. One has a short fuse.
If both of them have a short fuse,
then they can't live together. Right?
-Yes. -Exactly.
Good evening.
Hongdou, you're here.
Aunt Gui, you're here too.
I just watch TV at home.
It's better to have fun with them here
and help out at the same time.
Great.
Why are you here?
We're sending out potatoes today.
It's dirty here.
I came to help.
What's the matter? Do you think I'm a hindrance?
Why would he?
He wants you here.
-He's so happy now. -Exactly.
She's coming to help you,
but you're making fun of her.
Right.
Zhiyao and Hongdou
haven't confirmed their relationship.
But you're all waiting
for a wedding reception.
Well, what can I do?
Come here, sit down.
Stick the delivery slip.
How should I do it?
I'll teach you. Look.
If it says 5 kg, stick it on a small box.
If it says 10 kg, stick it on a big box.
I'll remove this.
Okay.
What were you chatting about earlier?
We were talking about Xiaochun.
Xiaohulu's dad keeps coming these days.
The supplier, Hui, also likes her.
But Xiaochun is neutral,
just perfunctory.
When did Xiaohulu's dad come back?
They agreed before their divorce
that he'll visit her every month.
So, Luo Quan comes here every month.
Why did they get a divorce?
He never came home.
He had an affair?
No.
He sells water dispensers outside.
Nowadays, young people
get divorced if they can't stand each other.
Like Xiaobai in the yard.
Her kid is in college,
but she still got divorced.
Listen.
I saw Xiaobai hanging out with Hu Youyu.
They're in the bar every day.
Why does Xiaobai like him?
What would she want with him?
An artistic musician like Mr. Hu
is very attractive to girls.
What kind of charm does he have?
He has a glib tongue.
I should remind Xiaobai to be careful.
Watch your mouth.
Don't be nosy.
You're prejudiced against Mr. Hu.
He's actually a nice person.
The way he acts is a bit annoying.
But actually,
he's very loyal and sentimental.
You can't judge a book by its cover.
You should get to know him more.
Are his parents still alive?
Yes. His grandparents too.
So if he's so sentimental,
why doesn't he go home?
You can't judge a book by its cover.
Am I right, Baoping?
Mr. Hu.
Okay.
I'll go there now. Wait for me.
What's going on?
I have to go to the bar in town.
Mr. Hu is surrounded.
I'll go with you.
Okay. Let's go.
What does that mean?
Subtitle translation by: Zhao Yue r.