01x05 - Episode 5

[bunniefuu]

♪ In a sudden instant ♪

♪ Dreams shattered and then recovered ♪

♪ Babylon's youth ♪

♪ Fearlessly living their lives ♪

♪ They keep moving forward ♪

♪ The noisy coastline in June ♪

♪ Reminds me of midsummer nights ♪

♪ The subtle emotions between you and me ♪

♪ No longer ordinary ♪

♪ Seasons come and go, steps never cease ♪

♪ Leaving behind evidence of existence ♪

♪ Watching time flow away ♪

♪ Anxiety gradually grows ♪

♪ Don't want to miss the scenery along the way ♪

♪ The scenery along the way,

evidence of existence ♪

♪ Dazzling you in my dreams ♪

♪ Are the source of my courage ♪

♪ The scenery in the air is amazing ♪

♪ Turn around to see the girl I miss ♪

♪ And the familiar nice wind ♪

♪ When this story reaches its conclusion ♪

♪ Perhaps it will be moving ♪

=Young Babylon=

How did I offend you?

You've been following me repeatedly

and even wrote me a threatening letter.

And the letter says,

"Don't take what belongs to others".

What does that mean?

Do you remember when we first met

in the dormitory water room?

Have you talked to Director Ding

at the administration office?

If you want to study abroad,

you have to go through him.

I've talked to him.

He said I could take the exam,

but whether I can get in

depends on me.

There are so many spots in the factory.

It's not like only one of us can do that.

Why are you targeting me?

You are wrong.

The spots for us workers

are already very limited.

I

begged Ding Dezhong for a long time

and paid a great price,

and he agreed to give me a spot.

But just a few days ago,

he suddenly changed his mind,

saying that the spot was taken

by a cadre.

I checked,

and you're the only one

who's taking the exam this year.

The spots for workers are already limited,

why do you have to take it away from me?

Do you have no conscience?

But you're wrong.

I'm not the one who took your spot.

Who else could it be?

It's Ding Dezhong who has no conscience.

But no matter what, what you're doing

won't solve any problems.

Forget it.

Just go.

(Lounge, Security Department)

(Gongyuan)

Lu Xiaolu, could you hurry up?

I'm waiting to work here.

Why are you rushing?

Why don't you fix it yourself?

Look at this, does it look easy to fix?

What is this? A rebellion?

If I could fix it myself,

why would I need to ask you?

Take a look. Does this look like

it was drawn by a child?

Why does it look like

it was from a fight?

Come here,

take a look.

Nail marks.

Why do I feel like

these were made by a woman?

Stop talking nonsense!

What's wrong, Director Ding?

Why are you so mad?

It's just a joke.

That joke isn't funny at all.

Ding Dezhong,

you deserve a tragic death.

If you don't uphold justice today,

I'll jump from here.

Don't tell anyone

you saw me today.

Remember my words.

My guess is so accurate?

=Episode 5=

=Smooth Cooperation=

What if she really jumps?

We need to save her.

We can't save her.

She directly blamed

Ding Dezhong.

There's an old saying that goes,

"The one who tied the bell should untie it."

Isn't that right, everyone?

Yes!

Hey, Afang!

Calm down!

The factory leadership

will definitely resolve your issue.

You must believe, you must

She is accusing the factory leadership.

And you're still talking about leadership.

Do you know what it is?

You might as well just push her off.

- Shut up.

- Good for nothing.

Can you two stop talking for a moment?

Alright, everyone, be quiet.

Shut up.

Saving a life is the priority.

Afang,

let's talk.

How old are you this year?

Oh, you're 24.

A 24-year-old

should stop being so stubborn.

You need to believe that

the factory will never mistreat you.

We will speak up for you.

The factory will never ruin your future

over such a small matter.

We will never allow anyone

to harm you,

regardless of their status.

This sounds like the right thing to say.

If anyone is

causing trouble in the factory,

I, Bi Zhigang,

will be the first to oppose it.

- Well said!

- Great!

I'll be the first one to stand up for you.

Quiet down.

What nonsense are you talking about?

- Quiet down.

- I didn't

Why are you defending her?

Mrs. Ding, please.

Don't say anything, okay?

Am I talking too much?

Security, maintain order.

Quickly, quickly.

Hey, Afang

Enough! Enough!

Hey, everyone, listen to me.

Who's causing trouble here?

It's her!

She's causing trouble,

accusing my husband here.

She is the troublemaker!

- I'm not causing trouble.

- You're slandering him!

I'm not slandering him!

I'm not!

Alright, alright.

You didn't slander, right?

Will anyone stand up to testify for you?

Who can testify for her?

I can.

Oh, how did he get up there?

Afang, calm down.

Why did you come up?

You step back.

If you come one step closer, I'll jump.

We can testify for you.

Really!

That day,

Wednesday night,

in the administrative office,

it was you, right?

I thought I was mistaken at the time,

but now I understand everything.

We really saw it.

We believe you.

We can definitely help you get justice.

You can trust us.

Come on, give me your hand.

Listen to me, all of you.

I, Lu Xiaolu, can testify that

Afang did not slander Ding Dezhong.

- Great!

- Bravo!

Stop yelling!

Stop it!

Why are you cheering?

Lu Xiaolu,

you're lying.

Do you know

she's lying?

She's lying!

Hey, enough, enough.

What are you all looking at?

There's nothing to see here.

It's time to work, not to waste time.

Go on, disperse.

Unbelievable.

Why are you shouting so loudly?

Um, I

I just wanted to know

if Afang is seriously injured.

She's fine.

I will stay with her.

And what about you?

Are you injured?

Is that your concern?

Go back to work now.

Whether I work or not doesn't matter.

What matters is that you don't get hurt.

I'm the one who's hurt.

Why are you everywhere?

What are you doing here?

Secretary Bi,

you're showing concern for everyone.

I

But why don't you show concern for me?

What is this?

Get off me!

Disgusting.

Afang Afang fainted!

Quick, quick, quick!

(Fucheng People's Hospital

Collaborative Guidance Hospital)

You didn't see anything that day,

yet you came forward just now.

Because I knew that

even if I didn't come forward,

you would still jump out.

You still think you don't have enough

enemies in the factory?

Aren't you the same?

We are the same kind.

As for Ding Dezhong, that old scoundrel,

I've disliked him for a long time.

This is a good opportunity

to teach him a lesson.

But what about you?

Didn't you say

you were a selfish person?

Why are you getting involved in this?

But speaking of which,

it's quite miraculous.

Just a few days ago, we were discussing

how to catch the flasher,

and today

we're thinking of how to help her.

Yeah,

it's really miraculous.

The two of us were mortal enemies

a few days ago because of this matter,

and now we're allies.

Doctor.

Doctor, how is Afang?

It's nothing serious.

She'll be hospitalized for a few days.

Alright, then you go back first.

Don't worry.

I'll take care of her these days.

They say that

what goes around comes around,

but sometimes,

even heaven turns a blind eye.

Hey, the big hero is back.

Lu Xiaolu,

the hero who saved the beauty,

is back in the limelight.

But let me ask you,

are you really going to testify about

Ding Dezhong and Afang?

Of course.

What's wrong?

What's with all your looks?

Then let me ask you,

if the factory office

asks you to testify,

will you dare?

Let me ask you, Xiaolu,

if this goes to court,

will you dare to testify?

If the factory sides with Ding Dezhong

and fires you, what will you do?

What do I have to fear?

Come on, Xiaolu,

I think everyone's concerns are valid.

Ding Dezhong has been in the factory

for so many years,

he must have taken roots.

If you confront him like this,

will you still have a future here?

Li Guangnan,

why are you siding with him?

I'm not siding with him.

I'm definitely standing with Afang.

But if you go against Ding Dezhong,

Little Pouter

will be in a difficult position.

Master,

how do you see this?

Man,

this situation

has gotten deep.

Hello?

Okay, wait a minute.

Lu Xiaolu,

your mom's calling.

Hello, Mom.

I went to the city labor union today

for something,

and you've made trouble again.

Come home right now.

Mom.

She's angry?

Mom,

I rushed home after you

told me to.

Come on.

Come here.

Do as your mom says.

Don't go against her.

Sign this.

Apology letter?

I, Lu Xiaolu,

at a critical moment

to save my factory colleague

Liu Fang's life,

had to falsely claim that

I saw Director Ding Dezhong

mistreating her.

Mom, what does this mean?

It's not a false claim.

Keep reading.

Do it. Keep reading.

Director Ding is a just person

who has always worked tirelessly

and selflessly

for the factory.

But in this sudden situation,

I resorted to this strategy to save a life

and told a white lie,

which unfairly damaged

Director Ding's reputation.

Director Ding, please forgive

Mom, what does this mean?

Let me say it again.

I didn't lie.

This is nonsense.

I can't sign this.

Nonsense?

You talk tough.

This is to save your life.

If you offend Ding Dezhong

and he fires you,

what other factory

will dare to take you in?

Are you going to end up on the streets?

Even if I become a street beggar,

I won't apologize to Ding Dezhong.

Fine.

Okay.

You just go

be a street beggar.

Don't even call me your mom anymore.

I won't be involved in your affairs.

Dad,

Mom,

since I was young, you taught me

not to confuse right and wrong,

and to be truthful.

Isn't that right?

Was that

just a joke?

How can that be a joke?

Our family values have been

passed down for generations.

We must be

honest and trustworthy,

right?

What does that mean?

Are you two trying to say

I'm an evil person?

I'm a villain to you, right?

No.

I'll take responsibility

for my actions alone.

I won't sign this document.

You've grown up.

A man should seek justice,

and help the weak.

That's what my cousin should be like.

Dajiang,

are you supporting me?

But there's a saying,

"Those who know

when to retreat are wise."

The mess in the factory won't be

resolved easily.

Even if you step up now,

it won't change anything.

Why are you talking like my dad?

Standing up now

can at least bring justice to Afang.

If I hide like a turtle,

how am I any different from

that scoundrel Ding Dezhong?

Lu Xiaolu,

you're so full of righteousness.

My uncle is a scoundrel.

Then what am I?

Why are you here?

I called her here.

Your mom was getting upset,

so I had no choice.

Have a seat.

Say it.

Say what?

Your cousin said you'd apologize to me

for yesterday's incident,

so I'm here.

Apologize?

Apologize for what?

For falsely accusing my uncle,

hitting my aunt,

and embarrassing me.

Little Pouter,

don't you know what kind of person

your uncle is?

Besides,

I didn't accuse you of anything,

how could I have embarrassed you?

Lu Xiaolu, do you have to do this to me?

How did I offend you?

Just because my uncle is Ding Dezhong,

everyone hates me.

You all look down on me.

Don't say that.

You're you, and they're them.

I don't mix you up with them,

and I don't look down on you.

Lu Xiaolu,

listen to me.

Don't speak up for Afang anymore.

You have no proof.

Go apologize to my uncle and aunt first.

Then I'll try to help you explain.

If they still won't let you off,

I'll throw a tantrum and cause a scene.

I'm going to cry and make a scene.

Lu Xiaolu,

I'm doing this for your own good.

If you don't apologize,

you'll be fired.

I don't want that for you.

I know you mean well,

but today I need

to make it clear to you that

even if I'm fired,

I won't compromise on this matter.

Lu Xiaolu!

You stubborn Lu Xiaolu!

Stubborn!

Stubborn!

Director Ding.

What are you doing here?

I came to see

how Auntie is doing.

A small gift.

She's doing well.

But I'm not.

It seems she misunderstood anyway.

Misunderstood?

Sit down.

I heard you made a great effort that day

when Afang lost control,

saying comforting words

to prevent a disaster.

It was the least I could do.

But my promise to speak up for her

was conditional. She had to be

telling the truth.

If she was spreading rumors

and harming others,

that would not be acceptable.

So, do you think

what she said was true?

Impossible.

Everyone knows that

Afang was not in her right mind.

She was talking nonsense.

She's crazy?

Very delusional.

Everybody thinks so.

That's the only possibility.

That's right!

But that Lu Xiaolu

was just fanning the flames.

I have never offended Zhao Lizhen.

Why does her son always

have a problem with me?

Lu Xiaolu isn't crazy.

He's just an evil person. You know?

He spreads rumors with sinister intentions.

- Exactly.

- We need to deal with him.

What

should I do from now on?

Mental illness is serious.

We can't make baseless claims.

We need proof.

Proof?

Dr. Bai can provide a medical certificate.

Bai Lan is

quite educated,

but she has trouble

distinguishing right from wrong.

Uncle Ding,

trust me,

if you agree,

let me handle this.

Can you handle it?

We have a close relationship.

Good for you, boy.

You could even handle that ice queen.

You're promising.

My dad is my role model.

Yes, indeed.

How do you plan to handle her?

If you can't bear the pain,

you can take one

of these painkillers,

but no more than three a day.

Dr. Bai,

I'm sorry

for how I treated you before.

It's okay.

That's in the past.

Two years ago,

I passed the exam,

but Ding Dezhong gave the quota

to the son of the beverage

department director,

blocking my chance.

Last year,

when I passed again,

he said there were no quotas left

in the factory.

Later, I found out

the quota went to the son

of the finance department director.

One day, he came to me

and asked if I still wanted

to take the exam this year.

I said yes.

He said

passing exams on paper was useless.

I'd never succeed that way.

If I wanted to succeed,

I had to satisfy him first.

I repeatedly refused him,

but he persisted.

Eventually, I discovered that

this year's quota

went to another cadre's child.

I confronted him,

but he warned me to stay out of it.

I didn't dare offend him.

I thought about it many times.

And I only heard that

you were the one

who would take the exam.

So I thought the connected person

was you.

I

I had no choice.

I didn't know what to do,

so I ended up doing that foolish thing.

Alright, Afang,

don't be afraid.

These people who bully you

aren't as powerful as they seem.

Fight back,

and who knows who will come out on top?

If you dared to dress up

as a pervert to threaten me,

why be afraid of an old man?

She was fine when I was here just now,

but she's crying when she sees you.

Why are you here?

Xiaolu came to take care of me.

And he brought me

these books from the library.

Oh, you are all here.

Afang,

I'm here

on behalf of the factory to visit you.

You need to rest

and not think about anything right now.

If you need anything, just let me know.

I'll do my best to help you.

Bai Lan,

come with me for a moment.

I have something to discuss with you.

Just say it here.

Well

We shouldn't disturb her rest.

Let's talk outside.

What?

A certificate of mental illness?

Yes,

this matter has escalated too much.

It's the best solution

and a way to protect Afang.

You know that

after the factory leadership

found out about this,

they were very angry

and wanted to fire her directly.

So, I think

if we issue her

a mental illness certificate,

it proves she's crazy.

Crazy people can talk without

consequences, right?

Besides,

if she has this illness,

the factory will have to support her.

Isn't that protection?

You're truly a responsible cadre.

It's my duty.

I'm just a small factory doctor.

I don't have the authority to issue

a mental illness certificate.

That's okay.

You just need to issue it

on behalf of the factory clinic.

I'll handle the rest.

What if I don't issue it?

Is there a problem?

If the factory can't even protect

a sober worker,

how can they protect a crazy one?

Alright,

I didn't want to tell you this,

but since you insist,

I'll relay Director Ding's words to you.

You can consider them.

Director Ding said that

Bai Lan is an outstanding female comrade,

but she has some issues with

how she handles things.

Like before, when she clashed

with superiors in school

and even physically assaulted someone,

which led to disciplinary action

and her transfer to our small place.

If she still can't

adapt here,

then let her go.

She deserves freedom.

We shouldn't stand in her way.

I'll translate this for you.

It means

if I don't issue

the mental illness certificate,

then I'll be fired.

This isn't what I want.

I'm doing this for your own good,

to make you understand the seriousness

of this matter.

The factory still

hasn't come to a conclusion.

Could they be trying to protect

Ding Dezhong?

How come I heard that

Afang just couldn't

pass the exam herself,

deliberately trying to smear

Ding Dezhong's reputation?

Rumors are just rumors.

You think you are

some kind of an informer?

After so many years, everyone knows

Ding Dezhong's character.

Even when going out for a meal,

he always finds chances

to touch the hands of the waitresses.

His wife has beaten him up

many times for that.

How will the factory handle this matter?

Police investigation

also requires evidence.

Based on

just Xiaolu's words,

I suspect this matter will be swept

under the rug.

Yeah.

It shouldn't be like this.

It's so unfair to Afang.

Normally, you're as timid as a kitten.

Never thought

you could stand up for justice.

Thank you.

Today's braised pig trotters are all yours.

Thank you, Xiaoying.

Hey, Xiaolu,

what do you think?

As long as you say the word,

I'll be the first

to take care of Ding Dezhong.

You're just a young girl.

Stop pretending to be tough!

I was just saying.

- Are you full?

- Yes, I'm full.

- Yes, Master.

- Yes, I'm full.

Time for you to go home.

Alright, Master.

Thank you, Master.

- Alright.

- Bye, Master.

- The pig trotters

- Hey, Xiaolu.

Take them, take them.

They're really delicious.

Just a little left.

Put it down!

Didn't you say one cup?

Just this little bit.

We will

Come on, Master.

Cheers.

Xiaolu,

what do you think about

Ding Dezhong's matter?

What can I think?

We have so many hammers and tools

in the maintenance department.

I don't believe we can't crush

one or two pests.

Good.

Looks like

I didn't misjudge you, you rascal!

When encountering injustice,

draw your sword to help,

whether it's in hell

or in heaven,

we'll smash them to pieces.

But,

let me tell you,

you're like a good piece of material,

good steel.

You have to take yourself seriously,

understand?

Good steel

should be used for cutting.

When facing a problem,

don't rush.

Haste makes waste

and can sometimes hurt yourself.

Understand?

What do you mean?

Are we just going

to stand by and do nothing?

Since when did you become a coward?

Where's that spirited attitude you had

when you were young?

I passed it all to you!

I'm telling you,

Afang is too weak.

If Ding Dezhong dares to do that to me,

I'll grab a knife and stab him.

Look at you.

Like you would really stab him.

Why not?

You

Xiaoying is right.

Why can't she stab him?

Hey, I'm telling you

You two

Master, I'll take my leave.

- No, wait

- He just left like that?

Xiaolu

I hope you understood what I said.

Hey

(Gongyuan Golden Peacock Food Factory)

This is the certificate you wanted.

Why did you

If you had done this earlier,

we wouldn't have had to argue last time.

I carefully considered what you said,

and you're right.

I don't want trouble.

But I'm just a mere factory doctor.

This can only be a reference,

not legal evidence.

This step is crucial.

With this certificate,

I can hand over the rest

to a doctor at the hospital.

Really?

You're that capable?

It's not that impressive.

This is a small matter

that's within my ability.

So, tomorrow.

Tomorrow, I'll take care of it.

Okay.

I hope I can be of help.

Have some tea.

That's enough already.

I've really been wronged.

Look, I have the diagnosis certificate

from the factory here.

She's a psychiatric patient

with delusions.

Why should I look at it?

Do I not know

what kind of person you are?

You have to look at it.

There's the red stamp from our factory.

Alright, come on.

Swear to heavens.

Repeat after me.

From now on,

I won't talk to young female workers

in the factory.

Can you make sense?

How can I work in the future?

What work?

It's not allowed.

Alright, alright. I swear, I swear.

Can I stand up?

My legs are about to break.

Just keep your knees on the ground.

What's that sound?

Someone's knocking on the door?

It's all my fault!

Please spare me!

I admit that I did it!

Afang, I'm sorry.

Please spare me.

Afang,

you reported Ding Dezhong

for harassing you

and mistreating you.

The factory is conducting

a serious investigation.

Don't worry,

as long as we have solid evidence,

we will handle him seriously.

(Report Letter)

This is a joint letter

from some factory workers

reflecting all of Ding Dezhong's issues.

So the factory has decided to

deduct his bonus for three months,

issue a severe warning,

and publish a punishment notice

throughout the factory.

Does hearing this

make you feel better?

Now,

if you have any demands,

Afang, feel free to speak up.

As long as it's within my capabilities,

I will grant you it.

Director asked you a question. You

Afang, don't be afraid.

If you have any demands, tell Director Liu.

I heard you want to study at night school

to get a diploma.

That's a good thing.

It shows a positive pursuit.

As long as you pass the exam,

the factory will not only provide you

with a recommendation letter

but also apply for paid study leave for you.

How about that?

No,

I want to resign.

I don't want anything.

I just want to leave here completely.

Alright,

I agree.

I'm still in this position now,

and I will fulfill your wish.

But if I'm not in this position one day,

others may not value your matter as much.

Hey, Director, what do you mean by this?

Times have changed,

and I also want

to explore the world outside.

You can go back now.

Time to say goodbye.

You'll be in an unfamiliar environment,

don't let yourself be bullied again.

If you're bullied,

fight back.

Never swallow your pride.

Also,

you must become strong

so others won't dare to bully you.

Dr. Bai,

Xiaolu, I can't imagine

what I would have become

without you.

Maybe I would have silently endured

and buried these dirty things inside.

Maybe I would have

given up all my dignity

and never held my head up here.

Or maybe

that day on the rooftop,

I would have jumped.

Those are all in the past.

Every day from now on

is a brand new day.

That's right,

even if you're bullied, don't be afraid.

Just give me a call,

and I'll go beat them up.

The bus's here.

- Let's go.

- Let's go.

(Gongyuan)

I'll remember.

You two are my lifelong friends.

Until we meet again.

Don't break your promises.

Certainly.

Take care.

Goodbye.

Afang said

we're her lifelong friends.

So, that also

makes us lifelong friends.

Instead of an enemy,

you want to be my friend now?

(Fucheng Gongyuan Golden Peacock

Food Factory)

The day Afang had trouble,

my mom asked me to go home

and asked me a question.

What question?

She asked why I rushed forward

in Afang's matter and

if it was because of your influence.

What did you say?

I said no at the time,

but now I think

maybe.

Are you blaming me

for leading you astray?

Actually, if it weren't for you,

I really don't know

if I would have given up at some point.

Maybe when my mom made me sign

a letter of apology

or when my cousin

made me apologize to Little Pouter.

Or it could have been when I saw you

almost getting hurt

by that ballbuster.

But every time I realize there's

a crazy woman like you by my side

who can charge with me together,

I think,

who cares what others think?

So, in that case,

we're quite like-minded.

So,

do you want to consider

being friends with me?

You have so many thoughts,

and you do things without considering

the consequences.

I'll have to think about it carefully.

Together, we'd be unstoppable.

It would be a shame if we couldn't be

lifelong friends, wouldn't it?

♪ Should I give up ♪

♪ Admit defeat, not care anymore? ♪

Bai Lan!

I wish us a smooth cooperation.

♪ Perhaps these

are all my stubborn mistakes ♪

♪ Unintentionally, I intruded ♪

♪ Chose, embraced ♪

♪ Without hesitation, protecting ♪

♪ Believing, indulging ♪

♪ No one tells me how to proceed

on the unknown path ♪

♪ Should I shrink back or push through? ♪

♪ In summer's carefree delight

and scorching hot ♪

♪ The passionate me, surging wildly,

indifferent to the outcome ♪

♪ On the colorful path,

I imagine those summer fireworks ♪

♪ I am the naive hero of youth ♪

♪ Life fools me, deceives me, troubles me ♪

♪ Should I give up, admit defeat,

not care anymore? ♪

♪ Various things before me seem wrong ♪

♪ Perhaps these are all my stubborn mistakes ♪

♪ Unintentionally, I intruded, chose, embraced ♪

♪ Without hesitation,

protecting, believing, indulging ♪

♪ No one tells me

how to proceed on the unknown path ♪

♪ Should I shrink back or push through? ♪