MY DAD
Jiahui,
you know my situation.
Should I make this call or not?
Who's this?
Hello?
Dessert shop?
Jinzi.
It was a misunderstanding.
A misunderstanding.
It's okay. It's over now.
Please, beautiful.
I can't do business this way.
I said I'd apologize. Isn't that enough?
Why should you apologize?
Those who surrounded him should apologize.
Call that guy, Niqiu, and the others back.
They're not locals.
They just came to visit me.
I don't care.
Hey, I called Hu Youyu himself.
He's fine with it.
What does it have to do with you?
Listen, we share a similar situation.
You're protecting your friends.
Me too.
If you act this way,
I can only call the police.
Go ahead.
Please, beautiful.
I'm begging you.
I really…
Manjun.
What are you doing?
You are…
Mr. Hu Youyu?
You can just call me Xiaohu.
You're Jinzi, right?
Yes.
I'm Jinzi.
Mr. Hu.
Well…
Well, you see…
I was thinking of visiting you to apologize one of these days.
But that girl insists on asking my friends to go.
They're not locals.
They just came to visit me.
The plane tickets are so expensive.
It'd cost thousands for the three of them.
They're employees, their life isn't easy.
I can ask them to call you to apologize if you agree.
It's not a big deal.
They don't have to. It was a misunderstanding.
Yes, it was a misunderstanding.
It was a misunderstanding.
Mr. Hu, look.
She has been here for days.
She has been here for days?
Now, everyone around knows this.
I'm embarrassed.
This is just a small business, it can't withstand such a thing.
Well, buddy…
I really didn't know about this either.
I'm sorry.
No.
I should be sorry.
-No. -I'm sorry.
Okay.
Manjun.
I thought you were going out to have fun these days.
You really don't have to do this.
It's so awkward, so many people are watching.
They can look if they want.
He's shameless anyway.
Manjun, here's what we'll do.
I'll treat you to lunch
at Galsang Flower Restaurant, okay?
Let's go for lunch.
Let's go.
I'll give you two more days.
No.
No. We won't be back.
May your business prosper.
Let's go.
Watch your step.
Two days.
Let's go.
Here.
-Okay, let's go. -You sit in the back.
Why are you looking at me?
Manjun, eat this.
This is good. This is their specialty.
Try it.
Just tell me what you want to say.
Well…
Let's discuss something.
Let's forget about it.
Actually,
I really feel bad if you act this way.
They have already left.
It's unrealistic to call them back.
As the saying goes,
"Forgiving others is forgiving yourself."
You must be thinking that I have my finger in your pie.
No.
Totally not.
Not at all.
No, really.
I just feel
a bit troubled.
It's a little bit too much.
Because this is not an issue.
Right?
Besides,
we haven't known each other for a long time.
We are just friends living in the same yard.
You're so nice to me.
I…
I don't really…
deserve that.
Yes.
I understand.
But don't you want to try it?
Try what?
The feeling of being respected.
The feeling of being respected?
Manjun, do you know?
Since I started my music career,
I've gotten used to being shameless.
Because of being shameless and thick-skinned, I've gone this far.
If I couldn't accept being beaten up or told off by others,
wouldn't I be depressed long ago?
And you know,
all of these were the result of my dad's training.
When I started my band then,
my dad didn't agree.
He wouldn't agree no matter what.
Finally, I got a show.
My dad rode in a cab and made a scene there.
He made a commotion and ruined my guitar
and my drummer's drum.
He has a bad temper.
Now, he's like this.
He'd even throw the glass if he heard me calling my mom.
Xiaoyu, you've been through a lot.
But I think you're talented.
Do you remember that song named "Wind" you sang at the live house in Beijing?
It was so amazing when I first heard it.
I remembered it at once.
You're really brilliant.
But not every brilliant person gets the chance to be seen in this world.
You need to make a living.
You sing at the bar.
But these are not reasons to be disrespected by others.
Do you understand?
Here, Uncle Deqing.
Here.
The dishes are ready.
Here. Put it in front of Uncle Deqing.
Okay. You must be tired of waiting.
-Here. -Here.
Okay.
I can reach it.
Zhiyao.
You've been taking the bookstore's owner to look around our village these days.
How is it?
It's not decided yet.
When will Honghong be back?
Wasn't she just here?
The travel cost is high.
Why would she keep coming back?
Enjoy the food.
Call me if you need anything.
Okay, we won't keep you.
You have to understand.
Grandpa Yang is old with a bad temper.
It's good if someone wants to rent the old residence.
I'm fine with it.
It's a contribution to our village's income too.
You're totally right.
Zhiyao.
I know it's hard for you to come back and develop tourism.
I grew up with your dad since we were little.
I really want to help you.
But I don't know how to do that.
Look, you're working so hard for this bookstore.
It will benefit you if it is built.
You're right, Uncle Deqing.
But this house is Grandpa Yang's.
I need his approval.
Persuade him if you have time.
All right. Let's make the deal with the bookstore first.
And I'll take care of the rest.
Uncle Deqing.
Get his approval first.
This is his house after all.
We have to respect his decision.
Don't worry.
There won't be a problem.
Here.
This is good for both of us.
We are on the same side. I trust you.
Xiaohuang is after the achievement,
we're after the practical side.
Well, Uncle Deqing…
Just tell me your request.
I'll do my best to get it for you.
Since we're the only ones here, I'll tell you.
I don't need much
for the rent.
It can be just around Xiaogang's aunt's house.
Xiaogang's aunt?
Where is it?
Here.
Have some tea.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
Nice tea.
This is Mr. Ma's tea.
Mr. Ma said that drinking kung fu tea is also a good way to cultivate your mind.
So Uncle Deqing is willing to persuade Grandpa Yang to rent out the house.
But the rent is a bit high.
It's not a bit.
It's very high.
Even if it's just a bit high, we could negotiate it.
But he wants the rent of a hot tourist town.
And he said that they can surely afford it.
It's not the same.
He's demanding an exorbitant price, we can't get it.
So I'm thinking we shouldn't tell this to the bookstore team first.
If it were me,
I'd think that the folkway here is bad.
They're trying to rob my money.
I'm worried about that too.
So we can only settle this by ourselves.
Can we ask the village to grant land?
The land here is limited.
And agricultural land can't be used.
Besides, they prefer the old residence.
This is so hard.
It's okay.
I'll talk to him again tomorrow.
We can discuss the payment method.
One-time payment for five years.
Then Xiaohuang will discuss
the yearly increase.
But while having no profit yet,
it's unreasonable to pay a high rent.
Zhiyao.
You can't speak for the capitalist.
You have to stand by my side.
We're on the same team.
Yes.
Uncle Deqing.
But the rent…
I'm think-skinned, so if you're afraid of offending them,
let me talk to them.
It's not that.
This is good. Get another order.
Should we show Mr. Zhang other places?
They said the shuttle bus can't drive in.
But I told them the atmosphere here is wonderful and quiet.
Walking and cycling would also be a feature.
Yes.
But I said everything I should.
I can't think of another way to resolve this for now.
Here's what we'll do. I'll talk to him tomorrow.
Since I'm taking charge of this,
I'll try my best to negotiate a higher rent within a reasonable range.
This is very reasonable.
It's my house, I can decide how much to rent it.
Why is it unreasonable?
Yes.
That makes sense.
Xiaohuang. I think you're a good village officer.
You've done so much for the people.
You're on the same side.
And I think you can do anything you want to do
because you're a college graduate.
You're cultured, competent,
knowledgeable, refined, and kind.
Our village is honored by your presence.
It's dazzling, like having gold trims.
-I'll wait for your good news. -Okay.
Is it for my dad?
Yes.
I almost forgot.
Thank you then.
Thank you. I'll wait for your good news.
Okay.
What will you do?
I'll give back all the compliments Uncle Deqing gave me.
Listen.
Uncle Deqing is like meat that rolls with the knife.
What's that?
You see, it can't be cut,
cooked, and chewed well.
It's full of tendons
and thick-skinned.
He won't listen and keeps pestering you.
You don't know what to do with him.
Meat that rolls with the knife.
That really describes him.
This is what happened in a developed town before.
After the contract was signed and the rent got confirmed,
the landlord brought people to make a scene and ask for a higher rent.
They wouldn't leave until they get it.
After they succeeded, others did the same.
We can't let that happen here.
Then…
If it really won't work,
I can talk to the secretary
to see if the village can grant land.
Did the owner refuse to rent the old residence
since that jerk Deqing is greedy,
so the village will grant land?
This isn't…
Yes.
That's right.
But it's not announced yet.
You have to keep it a secret.
Uncle Deqing still thinks they're renting his house.
But actually, the village has agreed to grant land.
It's a special grant.
-It's the most convenient way. -Yes.
I know.
Why would I tell anyone about this?
You have to keep it secret.
Uncle Deqing would be so sad
if he knows they're not renting his house anymore.
I know.
I'm here to give Jiahui some snacks.
Don't tell anyone, Aunt Gui.
I won't.
XIYU
Thank you, guys.
We'll take a five-minute break, see you later.
Thank you.
I'll go for a smoke.
Hey, Manjun is not here today.
She can't be here every day.
XIYU
Thank you, buddy.
Mr. Hu.
Mr. Hu. You guys again?
Why are you here? Go away!
Mr. Hu.
Go away!
Take it easy.
-We're not here to look for trouble. -Yes.
We're here to apologize.
-Yes. -Yes.
We were wrong last time.
-Yes. -Yes.
-Come here. -One, two, three.
-Sorry. -Sorry.
-One, two, three. -Sorry.
Mr. Hu, you can hit me to vent your anger.
-Hit me. -Don't.
Hit me.
-Hit me. Good. -What are you doing?
-Leave me alone! -Hit me.
Mr. Hu, after you.
-Mr. Hu, this way, please. -Don't panic.
-Don't be shy. -Don't panic.
-Why are you so shy? -Right.
-Come on. -Be careful.
-This… -Be careful.
Jinzi!
He's here!
Mr. Hu!
You're finally here.
You could've just called.
That won't do.
I have to do this in person.
I'm afraid you won't come.
-Yes. -It must be done in person.
I don't mind what happened.
You're magnanimous.
Come on. This way, please.
PRIVATE HOME CUISINE, SEE YOU SOON
A private home cuisine?
Yes.
Listen.
I can eat.
But I can't drink.
Okay. Whatever you say.
-No drinking. -Come on.
Let's go inside.
-Be careful. -Watch your step.
Watch the guitar.
This way?
Yes.
Watch your step.
PRIVATE HOME CUISINE, SEE YOU SOON
We finally drank and reconciled with Mr. Hu today.
He's happy now.
I have to go to the toilet.
Buddy, don't pee here.
The toilet is over there, let's go.
-I'll take you. -Me too.
Mr. Hu.
Well, you're my older brother from now on.
This is what's called "No discord, no concord".
You're right.
Brothers must help
and trust each other.
Yes.
Mr. Hu.
Sir!
Sir, wait a moment.
You forgot something.
Here.
They're yours.
Are they mine?
Isn't my stuff with you?
I bought these for you.
Why did you buy these?
Don't be so polite next time.
Take them.
Come on, Mr. Hu.
I'll hold these.
Okay.
Let's go.
Thank you.
Come on, Mr. Hu.
Be careful.
I'll bring these to the car.
It's so nice of you.
-It's what I should do, right? -Are you okay?
I'm fine.
Manjun!
Manjun.
Open the door.
You drank so much.
Thank you.
What are you doing?
These are for you.
I don't need these.
Take them.
Then what do you want?
We can talk tomorrow.
Get some rest.
Manjun.
Why are you so nice to me?
All these years,
I've been a useless person.
No one
likes the songs I write.
I…
have no money.
I even like flirting with girls.
I'm just
an over-preserved salted duck egg.
There's oil all over me inside and out.
I'm not even filial.
There, there.
I think I'm useless.
I'm just a pile of rubbish.
But Manjun,
why are you so nice to me?
I don't know how to thank you.
Do you want to thank me?
You'll do anything?
As long as you say it,
I'll do anything for you.
Then promise me
never to debase yourself again.
I think you're great.
Okay, I don't need anything.
Go to bed.
Do you want to come in?
Listen, the homestay's sound insulation must be good.
We can't save on that.
Is that the problem with sound insulation?
Isn't it a problem with personal behavior?
You don't have to keep it down.
They can't hear you upstairs.
Would they mess around all night?
Based on my experience,
it usually won't take too long.
Is it your experience?
It's from my hotel work experience.
YOUFENG YARD
You're here, but you're quiet.
You didn't sleep well?
Why are you making steamed buns so early?
Didn't you say you wanted to eat your mom's steamed string bean pork buns?
I'll let you try my version.
What's wrong?
My ear is a bit itchy. Scratch it for me.
Scratch it a bit.
Scratch it.
Go up a bit.
It's fine now.
I'll help you.
There's no need. I'm almost done.
I'll tell you some gossip.
Go ahead.
We're the only ones in the kitchen and you…
I realized you're becoming like the aunts in our village.
Gossip girl.
Say it again.
-What did you say? -Don't. Cut it out.
I'm making steamed buns. Don't.
Are the steamed buns almost ready?
I almost forgot.
Let me check.
Okay, they're cooked. Come on. I'll do it.
Don't move. You might get burned.
Don't touch it.
Don't move.
Walk out.
Chat with Grandma.
I'll tell you as soon as it's ready. Be careful.
What happened to the bookstore?
Why did I hear that the village committee is granting land?
Who said that?
They all say that.
Someone even asked me yesterday.
I said how could I know?
If anyone asks you again,
say that it seems to be true,
but you don't know the details.
Deqing's dad is bad-tempered.
He is not gentle like your grandpa.
But they got along well.
They were quite close when they were young.
Your dad used to go to his place.
He used to give presents to him when there are occasions.
Grandpa Yang was nice to me when I was young.
Don't people like it lively when they get old?
My grandma enjoyed it a lot before.
Some find it noisy.
My mom would be sleepy and want to go to bed
if there was a crowd.
Yes.
When I went to her house when I was young,
she must take a nap after lunch.
You were too naughty.
Is it delicious?
Is it like your mom's?
It's really good.
Be careful.
It's okay.
There are steps behind you. Be careful.
Okay.
Slow down.
Move this way.
Okay, here is fine.
I can do the rest. You can get to work.
Okay.
By the way, Yingzi,
do you want coffee? I'll buy you one.
Are you earning money?
I'm earning well recently.
I want a mocha with more chocolate.
Okay.
Nana.
Yingzi wants a cup of mocha with more chocolate.
I want a cup of latte. Thank you.
Hello.
I'll continue carving this basin today.
I got this from a grandma living down the village.
HARDWORKING XIAXIA
It was used to feed chickens before.
The wood is great.
Let's carve a lotus.
AFTER WATCHING LUO LI THE HIKER'S CHECK-IN
Travel around China
with Luo Li the Hiker.
You guys must be very curious about where we are now.
Yes. Actually, this is a travel check-in vlog.
You used to travel based on our videos
and check in to places according to the routes we shared.
But it's different.
Today, we want to experience how it is to check in to places based on a video.
You guys can search online
There's a tourism promotional video called Meet Yourself.
After watching that promotional video,
I searched for it and realized that very few people have been here.
This tofu smells so good.
What's in the juicy tofu?
It's just tofu.
Just tofu?
-Yes. -Okay, thank you.
Here, the all-tofu juicy tofu.
It's Grandma Caiyun!
Grandma. I think your clothes are really beautiful,
so is your headwear.
This isn't the most beautiful one.
I think it's already so beautiful.
Look over there.
The girl making beverages over there has a similar hairstyle to mine.
She is so beautiful too.
She has a natural beauty.
She can debut as a celebrity now.
I don't know why I feel like I'm chasing a celebrity.
Is she famous online?
Yes. She has over five million followers. She's incredible.
And she praised Nana's beauty.
Maybe Nana will go viral.
Xiaoxin, watch out.
Ms. Xiaochun.
It wasn't me.
Let's continue watching.
I didn't expect her to be so famous, so many people are watching.
Then I want to ask what pattern that lady is working on.
I REALLY LIKE THIS KIND OF PLACE
That one is a butterfly.
It's so cute.
-Then I will dye a t-shirt or dress today. -Zhiyao.
Can you call some people from the warehouse to pack and ship goods?
We're too busy.
The boxes are in short supply too.
Are the goods still complete?
Some patterns ran out. Others are fine.
Okay, I'll call some people.
-Okay, I'll get to work. -Okay.
I've decided.
DRIED MUSHROOM
Hello?
Okay, I got it.
Please work overtime.
Thank you.
Ye Sen, we'll presell tamarinds instead and ship in a week.
Aunt Feng, Chuchu, we'll presell tamarinds instead and ship in a week.
Please explain to the customers. Don't get it wrong.
Okay.
So many orders suddenly came,
we're in short supply now.
Xiaoyue, call Daxia now.
We're out of saponified rice, ask if he has any.
Okay.
No one can help out now.
So many orders came at once,
we're all busy now.
One of you must come here quickly.
What?
I'll call Xiaochun?
Okay.
Okay, I got it.
Is it live streaming again?
It was a mess last time.
We packed and shipped them all night for days.
Then we got so many returns.
So annoying!
All impulsive consumption.
We're so tired of their impulsiveness.
Xiaochun, come here now.
You're even adding more. It's too much.
Okay.
We're here at the horse farm.
CHECK-IN TO THE HORSE FARM
Look, the scenery's so beautiful here.
Sir.
Can we ride outside?
On the beach?
No, you can only ride here.
Is the horse the couple rode on the beach in your film here?
That horse belongs to my boss.
The guy in the video is our boss.
Then the girl next to him is his wife?
No, she was a volunteer who was vacationing here.
Now, she's back and opened a homestay.
After making the promotional video,
Mr. Xie and I messaged a lot of KOLs to travel here.
We thought that if they liked the place, they'll help us promote it.
You see? Hard work pays off.
Although this is the result,
the process is not what you imagined.
I'LL CHECK IN AT YUNMIAO VILLAGE
I dyed this myself.
It's the one you saw before.
It turned out really great, didn't it?
Then let's continue to share what's behind the scene and open the package.
I must make this clear, I'm willing to swear by my next life's marriage…
I LIKE THIS KIND OF POSITIVE INTERACTION
…that I didn't accept any payment for making this video.
It's a totally self-paid video.
Actually, my long-time followers know that I've done many videos on travel,
Internet-famous shops visits, and check-ins.
We've been to so many places around China.
But I think many of the places we've been to
have travel tips all over the Internet.
So I've been thinking if I can find new destinations
to show you and give you tips.
So what happened this time?
Actually, one of my loyal fans tagged me in the comment section saying,
"This promotional video is nice, do you want to go there?"
I thought it truly was great,
so I checked it out.
But to be honest,
I sincerely felt so great about this trip.
Because the place may not be so well-developed,
but it's really simple.
It's so comfortable.
So for real,
just one sentence.
If you want to feel the wind
and relax a bit,
I really recommend you to go there.
Hello, Mr. Xie?
Xinxin and I are watching Luo Li the Hiker's video.
I'll ask her.
Are you free?
The tie-dye workshop is short on people for packing.
Okay, we're coming.
Let's go.
Where will the bookstore be built?
The committee is going to grant land.
Didn't they like Grandpa Yang's old residence?
Grandpa Yang thinks it's too noisy, so he refused.
But it's good for the village to grant land.
Everybody can get money each year.
That's good.
Here, have some oranges.
GUANYIN ANCIENT WELL
TIE-DYE EXPERIENCE HALL
Is Zhiyao here?
He's inside.
Zhiyao.
Uncle Deqing, why are you here?
It's because of that matter.
Let's talk outside.
That matter? No rush.
Look, we're so busy now.
Xiaohuang even came here to help on her day off.
Let's talk about that later, okay?
Okay. I'm not in a hurry either.
-Okay. -I'll wait for your update.
Okay.
Business is so good, you're so busy.
By the way, Uncle Deqing,
you haven't paid for the harvester usage last time.
Others have already paid.
You can go straight to the accountant at the village committee.
I forgot. I'll go there now.
Okay.
Okay, go on working first.
Go on.
PUZHEN TIE-DYE MUSEUM
A land grant?
I'm not sure.
Zhiyao doesn't talk to me about these things.
I don't ask him either.
People here all say that.
Then it should be true.
There's no smoke without fire.
You don't want to rent your place out anyway,
so it's perfect, right?
Who said I wouldn't rent it out?
Zhiyao and Xiaohuang keep going to your house to ask.
If you're willing to rent it out,
why would Xiaohuang request a land grant from the committee?
Xiaohuang requested a land grant?
I let it slip.
You can't tell anyone
or Zhiyao would comment about me.
-Do you hear me? -I'll get going, Aunt Xie.
Aunt Yang, I'll get an orange.
Don't tell anyone.
I won't.
There's your basket.
Okay.
Did you miss anything?
That's it.
Thank you. You even came over at this hour.
It's okay.
It's good to have more.
When should I come tomorrow?
Before 4 p.m.
Okay. Then we'll go ahead.
-Take care. -Okay.
HURRY EXPRESS
What are you doing there sneakily?
I'm checking to see if you're slacking off.
I was just kidding.
What do you want to eat for dinner? I'll make it for you.
Tomato and egg noodles.
The kind my grandma made.
You must fry the tomatoes and stew them into soup.
I can't make a grandma's version.
Do you want to try the husband version?
You're always naughty when we're alone, aren't you?
Don't speak.
Don't tear it.
Xiaochun.
Well, Xiaohulu is asleep now.
I'm here to check if you're done.
Yes.
The goods are shipped.
Well…
We were just playing around.
Yes, we were playing around.
Well, Zhiyao…
What's the situation between you and Hongdou now?
What situation?
I said we were playing around.
What?
We're in a relationship.
Right?
Yes.
We are.
Zhiyao.
You're such a coward.
What's so embarrassing about that? Ask anyone.
Who doesn't know that you've been wanting to date Hongdou for so long?
-Don't speak nonsense. -I'm speaking nonsense?
Didn't you tell people that the homestay's owner is your girlfriend?
I'm afraid Hongdou will feel embarrassed.
What's so embarrassing about dating?
Who's not into that?
Yes.
Xiaochun.
What's the situation between you and Hui?
What can we be?
We've already made things clear.
It's impossible between us.
Isn't he quite nice?
You're so fierce to him, but he never got mad.
I don't like him at all.
And he keeps saying his dad bought him a house in the city.
He's so young,
but he always shows off his parents' money.
He's good-for-nothing.
Look.
He thought having a house in the city was an advantage.
Who knew that money wasn't important to Xie Xiaochun?
No. Listen.
I love money.
What a coincidence. Me too.
All right.
Let's go.
By the way, Zhiyao,
Old Peacock couldn't bear it anymore.
He waited for Xiaohuang this afternoon at the village committee.
-Did he get to meet her? -Of course not.
Who's Old Peacock?
Uncle Deqing.
Aunt Baoping and the others like calling him that.
Do you know, Hongdou?
We keep hearing him boast since we were young.
He always says how brilliant his great-grandpa was
when he did business then.
How much he earned,
what they ate and drank at home, how luxurious their life was.
Just like a peacock with feathers open,
boasting everywhere.
I can understand.
Listen, I had a colleague in the hotel
whose surname is Jin.
His great-grandpa's surname is Aisin Gioro.
If the Qing dynasty didn't fall,
then she'd be a princess.
Incredible.
It has been a long day.
Let's go to bed. Come on.
Well, Zhiyao,
I'm worried they might return the goods. What would we do?
We still can't do anything about it.
Since they bought it, we had to ship it. Wait a minute.
-Xiaochun, turn off the lights. -Okay.
Lights off.
All right.
-Let's go home. -Come on.
Subtitle translation by: Gao Weijing .