Mama's Affair (2022) Movie Script
Coffee, please.
What year did I quit my job?
It wasn't out of the blue.
Yan didn't want me to work.
Don't you remember?
Me passing out backstage
the year before that?
I didn't even know
I had been pregnant
for four months...
so I lost the baby.
That's when Yan forbade me
from working.
It took me two years
to get pregnant again.
The housewife life is good...
but my son is a big boy now.
He doesn't need me
to look after him.
He wouldn't let me!
My son is all grown up now,
so it's time to
look for new challenges.
Wow! You're a Managing Director now!
Good for you.
I remember you're a fresh graduate
when you joined our team.
When we managed Leo later on,
we had to pull
three all-nighters in a row
for his CD cover.
Do you remember that?
Right...
But Leo had changed
three labels since,
and he's like a god now.
I did hear about
you wanting a comeback,
but...
I don't know
if I can be of any help.
Not only you...
even I feel like
I'm getting too old now.
How about I create a position
for you to manage me?
Do you remember a guy
from our office named Norman?
Norman Yau?
I know he started a music company,
and it's getting bigger.
Looking after people is your forte.
I think you should talk to him.
- Bye!
- Goodbye, Miss.
See you next week!
Goodbye, Miss.
Watch out!
See you tomorrow, Miss.
Madam?
- Madam!
- Yes!
Are you looking for courses
for your kids?
Would you like to
look at our brochure?
No, no... I'm looking for Norman.
Oh.
Norman?
Mei-fung!
I've always wanted to have
an arts school like this,
so those who can afford
can come and learn.
For those who can't,
I'd waive their tuition.
It's like I never left the business!
I'm still discovering new talents!
Some of them are even
working for me now.
This is Ann.
Terrible at school,
but passionate about music.
Now she's one of the instructors.
That's Kaki.
Tried to be a gangster,
but he's too shy
and good-natured for it.
I never thought you'd work again!
My son has grown up.
I just want some new challenges.
A friend is asking me
to open up a center in Thailand,
so once I have a caretaker in place
then I can leave.
You're still so energetic!
If you love what you do,
work is a pleasure;
if you don't, work is pressure.
I learned that from you.
Slow down, Jayden.
Why hasn't your maid
picked you up yet?
Ten minutes later, she said.
Jayden, your nose is bleeding!
Come sit.
Tilt your head up... right...
Don't do that.
You're supposed to
put pressure here.
Tilt your head down.
- I'll get some tissues!
- Tilt your head down.
Here.
I can start anytime.
Great!
Kaki, this is Mei-fung.
She is my longtime friend,
and she'll look after
this place from now on.
Hello, Mei-fung!
Hello.
We do have
evening classes
and we all have to take shifts.
Do you need to cook
for your family?
My son is old enough
to look after himself.
Ask him to join
our summer jam sessions!
My son isn't really into music.
"The sky is shining bright"
"Leading me into my future"
"This world is ever-changing,"
"but I'll strive
to give my best shot"
"I need strength to persevere"
"and protect my innocence"
"Even in frustration, be patient"
"Fight for my dream"
"Keep the faith and hold me tight,"
"rise above!"
"Fear no pain and we shall prevail"
"Light up every moment
and fight for my future"
"Fret not when people ignore you"
"Let's stick together,
break all barriers,"
"and meet our future"
"That's how I follow my heart"
Okay! Please reset.
Actors, gather round.
The competition is coming up,
so we need to stay focused.
Tim, if the timing of
your first line is wrong,
then everyone else will be too.
So you must get
your timing right, okay?
Got it, sorry.
Everyone,
this song is called "The Future,"
so try to look more hopeful
when you sing.
Okay?
When on stage,
look for a spot,
such as the projector...
When does summer school end?
Until school starts.
So you're basically in school
all year round?
Well, these are make up classes.
Right.
School starts in two weeks.
Your IB exams are coming up.
You have to take them seriously.
I know.
Stop fooling around
with your extracurricular
activities.
I'm not.
What are Tim and Samantha's plans?
Samantha will probably
go to New Zealand,
but Tim has to see
how his exams go first.
Tim's so lazy,
he'll never get good grades.
He doesn't like school anyway.
Son... put your phone down.
I have something to tell you.
What?
I'm starting a new job next week.
When did that happen?
Let's just say
an opportunity arises.
Are you back
in the record label business?
It's... music education.
Does daddy know?
Of course.
As long as you two like it.
Of course I do.
Your mom was a workaholic
before I had you.
But we all have to take shifts
at this job,
so I won't be able to drive you
to school every day.
You'll need to get up earlier.
I told you many times
you don't need to drive me.
It's my job.
You have to look after yourself
when daddy's not home for dinner.
But I'll try to prepare some food
for you anyway.
Okay, no problem.
You haven't vacuumed your room
in two weeks.
If you don't do it...
Fine! I'll do it myself.
I just want you to learn to
look after yourself.
I'll manage
when you stop pushing.
In any case, it's your last year.
Do your best on your exams.
Didn't you say
you wanted to get into Cambridge?
I will... don't worry about it.
Mei-fung!
What's up with all these groceries?
You've picked the wrong brand
of toilet paper.
This one is thicker
and cheaper.
Really?
Do you two want some
Chinese herbal tea?
- Sure! But...
- I want some!
I'll wait till my takeout arrives.
Do you eat takeouts every day?
I'll bring some food along
if I happen to cook.
He's like that...
he wants to support
his friend's cafe.
Really?
Stop it!
Keep crying and there won't be
any classes for you!
Hi, I'd like to sign up for classes.
Which one?
Funky dance!
I told you,
you're too fat to dance!
I'm just saving you
from embarrassment!
Well...
I always tell him
being fat is not his fault,
but just don't show your flaws
to everyone!
Okay...
what do you want him to learn?
Piano!
That "Long Long" is pretty cool!
I don't want it!
Hey!
I'm so sorry! He's so clumsy...
What's up with you?
Mommy said I'm too fat to dance!
Are you?
I don't know...
Have you shown your moves
to mommy yet?
No...
Then what are you crying for?
This is... mommy?
What... I'll pay you back.
Sure thing...
but can I have a few minutes?
Follow my lead!
Should my son sign up
for Level 1 or 2?
I have to get going!
Hey!
Don't go!
Who is he?
He's Fong Ching.
We were in a band together
when we're young.
Now he works at a local cafe
around the corner.
He's the one
that delivers our takeouts.
"Wing Fat Tea restaurant"
Boss, Kaki told us
to keep the change.
Okay.
Excuse me,
I'll have an egg sandwich.
Egg sandwich. Anything else?
That'd be it.
- Chuen, egg sandwich!
- Okay.
Our next award is
the Best Director of the 19th
Inter-school Drama Competition.
The winner is...
Jonathan Lo, "Future, Future"!
"Inter-school Drama Competition"
This is our last
high school competition,
so this award really means a lot.
I want to thank my company
for your efforts and contributions!
Thank you!
Mommy.
Why are you home late?
Yeah, we went to celebrate.
Huh?
Celebrate the start of
a new semester.
Where's daddy?
He's at the factory.
These are yours. Take them.
Thank you.
How did the three of you meet?
We met at an arcade when we were 13.
They were bad guys back then...
Yeah... we even tried robbing once.
What?
True story!
We heard robbing was easy,
so we gave it a try.
We waited in the park
for three nights,
and finally,
we saw this girl by herself.
We had it all planned out.
I'd grab her neck from behind,
and Ching would
point a knife at her.
- I'd grab!
- And I'd snatch!
And we'd run!
But!
- We forgot one thing.
- What was that?
As soon as we ran at the girl,
she started...
I got scared and froze!
What happened to the girl?
There she is!
- That was you?
- That's right...
In the end I introduced them
to Norman,
and he invited them
to come play music together.
Otherwise,
they'd be in some gang now.
He's a good singer.
Won many awards
and came this close
to becoming a pro.
Why didn't you?
Can't make a living by singing...
I have bills to pay.
True.
Mei-fung, you wouldn't know
how tough life can be.
I'm sorry.
One of the kids just pooped!
- Wow.
- It stinks!
How did you manage to
rehearse with us all summer
and still finish
all homework in time?
Are you insane!
Don't copy word for word!
Something tells me
he's going to make mistakes anyway.
I have seven minutes left...
I'm not going to stop
and argue with you.
Hin, are you planning to
study Architecture at Cambridge?
Yeah, unless I fail my exams.
You of all people?
If you do,
I will never copy your work again!
Oh yeah? Give it back!
Sorry, Mr. Director!
Hands off, Tim!
So...
why don't you study Drama?
That's what you want.
But he wants to study Architecture.
Like you know best!
Yeah, I do want to
become an architect.
I thought your mom
didn't let you choose Drama.
No... she likes arts too.
I thought all your mom did was cook
and drive.
No way... his mom used to be
a record label executive!
I just want to be like her,
get married, quit my job,
and be a housewife.
"Stay on target"
"221 school days left"
Mei-fung, what a coincidence!
Yeah, we're almost done.
I'll be on my way.
Take care.
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
So what's up?
Did you go work at Norman's center?
I told Norman to do his best
to help you!
Yes, I quite like it there.
They do have lots of kids
for you to look after.
Indeed...
I did stumble upon a kid
with great potential.
To be what?
An artiste.
An artiste?
What's the problem?
Nothing... I'm just amazed at
how you've still got the chops!
I think the best proof of
one's ability is result,
not age.
If I thought age were an issue,
I wouldn't have promoted you
when you were
the youngest in our team.
Absolutely agree.
That's why I still respect you
the most.
Keep it up then.
If you ever need any help
from a major label,
- you let me know!
- Sure.
Let me give you my new card.
Thank you.
Wow, CEO!
Talk soon!
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
I'm home.
I made some soup.
I'll have it tomorrow.
Wai is retiring next month.
We're going to have
a farewell dinner
with him tomorrow.
20-plus years went by
like the blink of an eye.
Right.
Am I in?
It's just a work gathering.
Okay.
Say hi to him and his wife for me.
Okay.
How's business lately?
Much better now.
You should get some rest.
You haven't worked for so long.
I don't know if you can stand it.
It just takes some getting used to.
Okay. I'm going to bed now.
Iced tea.
Mei-fung!
- Have a seat.
- Sure.
Mei-fung, what do you want to have?
Hot milk tea, easy on the milk!
Chuen, hot milk tea,
easy on the milk!
Any food recommendation?
Egg tarts! They're awesome!
Sure!
One egg tart, please!
Sorry, just sold out!
Egg tart.
Ching, hold your order.
Chuen, one more iced tea to go!
Mei-fung, are you passing by?
Yeah, I just happened to be around.
Have you been working here for long?
A little over two years.
Why work at a local cafe?
The owner is a friend of my aunt.
Don't you like singing?
I do!
But that's just a hobby.
Have you ever thought about
being a singer?
I did when I was a kid.
Right, so why didn't you go for it?
Making a living is more important...
I want to make enough money
to move out.
Kaki told me
you're living with your aunt.
What about your parents?
A car crash took them both
when I was 10.
So your aunt and you have been
depending on each other since?
Not really. She has two sons.
So you're used to
looking after yourself.
- The takeouts are ready.
- Okay.
You can say that.
Enjoy your food.
I'll get back to work.
Can I get a cauliflower?
- Sure.
- How much?
10 dollars per catty.
This one's 10 dollars!
- Great! No bag.
- Okay.
Got it.
- Hello!
- Hello!
Take off your shoes please.
Thank you.
Mei-fung, your place is huge!
Shall we have barbecue first
and then we do karaoke afterwards?
- Great!
- It's so beautiful.
Look at this fish tank...
Leon Lai!
And Leo Ku!
Right...
I didn't know
Mei-fung was a groupie.
What do you mean?
She had pictures
with all these celebrities...
Food is ready!
Okay.
Coming!
Looks good?
Mei-fung, because of you,
I'm much more picky about food now!
Really?
Mei-fung, who is your idol?
I see you have a quite a wide range.
I only have one idol now...
- Who?
- Who?
My son!
Oh.
Can one of you grab me
a big knife from the kitchen?
I'll get it!
Here.
What are you doing here?
I'm looking for a knife.
Who are you?
I'm Mei-fung's friend.
Do you have a bigger knife?
Here.
Thanks.
Let's eat together?
After you.
Okay.
This oven is good.
My son is home!
Hello.
Introduce yourselves.
My name is Kaki.
- I am Ann.
- I am Fong Ching.
- Have you eaten yet?
- Not yet.
- Join us!
- Sure.
Let's do karaoke later!
Come on!
Let's eat!
These sausages are ready.
I'm telling you,
your mom is such a great cook.
Mei-fung...
your song collections are...
just like fine wine!
- Huh?
- He's saying your songs are old.
My son doesn't like to sing!
Yeah, I'm terrible at singing.
Ching, it's the song
you picked for the contest!
Oh, that song!
- Me? Really?
- Do it!
Come on! He won with this song!
Do you want to sing?
I don't sing. Go ahead.
"Realizing there is
never enough space"
"So I spend a day
to live at my own pace"
"Realizing all efforts
do go in vain"
"So I spend a day
to reflect on my thoughts"
"Too much gone away,
too little remains"
"So I spend a day
to feel all that I love"
"In this sea of people"
His voice does have character,
but I can't tell for sure
until I see him in person.
When are you free this week?
You're still the same old Mei-fung!
What?
When you need something,
you always want it right away.
"My one true love"
You've still got it!
Do you still want to
become a singer?
Of course he does!
Mei-fung, do you know anyone?
Oh right, I never told you
what my job was.
Huh?
My mom worked at
a record label before.
Leo Ku?
Yu Mei-fung?
I know this name!
For a few years,
lots of artistes thanked this person
at those award shows!
You're THE Yu Mei-fung!
Fong Ching,
you're going to be a singer!
Have a seat.
Boss will be here in a minute.
This is insane...
I never thought
I could visit Zooman's studio!
Look at all these awards!
So many of them!
Do you think
I can take pictures with them?
Don't be silly...
just wait till Ching gets one!
"My Favorite Singer"!
Don't you want one?
Come on...
Like you don't want it!
Hello.
- Zooman.
- Long time no see.
- How are you?
- How are you?
I'm doing fine.
A-B-C, what is our theme today?
This is Fong Ching.
These are my co-workers.
Hello!
- I'm Kaki.
- I'm Ann.
Hello.
Hello, I'm Zooman.
Hello. I picked one of your songs
for a contest before.
Thank you. I've heard you sing too.
So which song
have you prepared for today?
Tentative.
Then when will you be certain?
The song is called "Tentative."
I'm so nervous. It's like taking
my son to his first day of school.
"If you are lonely,
share half of your tears"
Why him of all people?
Can't explain.
I just felt something
different in him.
He has great potential
in both singing and dancing.
These talents
should not go to waste.
I meant
what made you get back in the game
and become a manager again.
Fate.
"Not forever,
but love me tentatively"
Can't let this go to waste...
If you don't mind,
let me be your producer
and see how it works out. Okay?
Yes!
Let it out! Hold it!
Hold it!
I can't... I can't...
I met with Sarah.
What did she say?
Just how she's been doing.
I see.
Don't mind her.
I won't get to once I get busier.
Good night.
I've been thinking.
Hin is leaving for the U.K.
next year,
and that's taken care of
as long as we have the money.
Last time you said
you'd still take care of us
after moving out.
That's fine.
I know what happened to Sarah.
We've known each other for so long.
My only regret
was taking your advice
to quit my job and have a baby.
Let me know your thoughts.
I'll do as you say.
Hin, mom will be managing again.
It's Ching, the boy who sang karaoke
at our place.
Are you sure you can manage
after all these years?
You'll never know until you try.
Okay.
Daddy will be moving out
for a while.
Did you two have a fight?
It's not like that,
but we do have problems
to deal with.
I knew it.
Just think of it
like he's on a business trip.
Well, you already had it
all planned out.
Life still goes on.
I don't understand
why you wanted to work again.
It has nothing to do with that.
You knew daddy wouldn't like it.
He didn't say that.
You said it yourself.
Daddy had to beg you
before you finally quit your job.
That was years ago.
You lost your baby
because you worked too hard!
Remember that!
I wouldn't have you had I not quit!
That's why you always think
so highly of yourself!
I'm not going to argue with you.
Like I said,
life goes on.
You should learn
how to look after yourself.
You'll be leaving for the U.K. soon.
You won't have a chauffeur anymore.
I know.
That's why I'd rather go sooner.
Your lunch!
"Tryin' to make my way home"
"Sometimes"
"I'm just lost"
"I've been looking for"
"Why"
Is it all set?
- Yeah, it's good to go.
- Oh.
You can upload pictures now.
I just followed you.
Mei-fung,
is there anyone you want to follow?
Is there any chance
my son has an account?
Of course! Everyone has one now!
- Really?
- What's his name?
Jonathan... Jonathan Lo.
Found him.
Your son does theater drama!
We can have him here someday
and teach the kids!
He's won awards!
I didn't know that...
It's totally normal...
I wouldn't let my mom
follow me either.
I don't want her to know about
my private life.
Same here.
I don't want her to know
I don't have a life.
Is that so?
"Tryin' to make my way home"
"Sometimes"
"I'm just lost"
"I've been looking for"
"Why"
"Stop me thinking"
Hey, are you good to go?
Just relax and have some water.
We'll do a take.
Mei-fung?
- What brings you here?
- How are you?
I haven't seen you in ages.
My kid is in session now.
That's Hin? He's a big guy now!
No... this is Fong Ching.
His debut song.
- Congratulations!
- Thank you.
Ching, shall we?
This reminds me of
my first ever recording session.
I was in there,
and you're also out here.
You still remember that?
I'll remember that
for the rest of my life!
I remember that too.
I was also sitting right here!
- The band is back together!
- Yes!
"Am I too competitive?"
"I say it's all in the game,
and I must win"
"Am I too rational?"
"I say I have to give my all"
- Nice.
- "to stay sane"
"Practicing my shots and skills"
"just to fuel my will to win"
"Who knows that
only makes you fear me more"
"Seed No. 1, by Fong Ching"
"How I want to get into court"
"and face my next opponent"
"How I also want to kiss you,"
"stay in love forever"
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought
about leaving me?"
"Or ever felt lonely being my girl?"
"It feels like you've said it"
"Of course I feel regret"
"When I lost myself and"
"life beat me down,
you lifted me up"
"I said I would call you"
"but I feared my other side
would look down on me"
Welcome to the "All in the Timing"
autograph signing event!
Before Tachi comes on stage,
I'd like to introduce
a special guest.
Let's give a warm welcome
to Fong Ching!
- Hello, my name is Fong Ching.
- Who is that?
It's my pleasure
to sing in front of you all.
I remember him!
- I've seen him before...
- He's Fong Ching. Super popular now.
He's that Internet singer!
The one with the good looks
and good voice!
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
It's Ching!
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought about
leaving me?"
Ching!
"I regret it so much"
"I stay on defence,
yet I can't save my love"
"Time is never on my side"
"How I want to get into court"
"and face my next opponent"
"How I also want to kiss you,"
"stay in love forever"
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought about
leaving me?"
"I regret it so much"
"How am I supposed
to balance it out"
"Everything in conflict"
Have you joined
the "The Sunnies" group yet?
- Of course.
- I love this picture!
What is that?
It's Fong Ching's fan club.
Is he your new love?
- Oh yeah.
- Have you seen his live show?
Did he hold a concert?
Yeah, on his page!
Look!
What's so special about him?
He's special
because he never gave up his dreams!
I love him!
Me too!
- "In the end, you say yes"
-Fong Ching.
"Without any regret"
Aunt is out doing groceries.
Let's have dinner together.
Ching...
I know I've been...
Give me back my mom!
Give me back my mom!
"Can we meet?"
Mei-fung,
I want out.
The reason being?
I don't want the public
to know too much about me.
You mean about your job at the cafe?
Or that you have
no parents?
I'm not an orphan.
My dad is home.
He just got out of prison
after nine years.
Drunk driving, crashed his car,
killed my mom,
and the driver in the opposite lane.
Mom always told him
to quit drinking,
but he never listened.
I remember that night.
They went out for dinner,
and left me at home.
I remember the moment
she said goodbye.
That was the last time
I ever saw my mom.
I didn't want to lie,
but I'd really rather
I were an orphan.
I'd rather they were both dead,
so I would never think that
dad killed mom.
Now he's finally home.
My aunt is happy,
but I'm not.
When I saw him,
all I could think of
was him drunk driving.
When I saw him,
I just couldn't contain my anger.
It wasn't an issue
when I worked at the cafe,
but now
I can't let people know
my dad was a murderer.
I don't want to drag you down.
Sometimes, what you think matters
so much to other people
may only matter to you.
I never thought Kaki and you
were bad people
just because
you were led astray as kids.
The world is a crazy place.
If you think
you have a problem,
everyone will think the same.
But it's not your fault,
nor is it your problem.
Don't mind what others think.
If you don't like singing,
you can keep working at the cafe,
but I know that's not the case.
I just don't want you to give up.
I don't know
if I can be of any help,
but I believe our fates
led to each other.
No, Mei-fung.
You helped me a lot already.
No one needs to expose
their every secret.
I promise you,
I won't tell anyone.
There are homeless people everywhere
waiting for a helping hand.
Why don't you ask them all
to come live here?
We're co-workers!
Co-workers should
keep their business at work!
Some people bring work home,
but why must you bring
a co-worker home?
No one looks after him.
When you know more about him,
you'd want to help him too.
If anyone asks
why my parents are separated,
I'd say my mom
has another man!
How dare you!
Hi.
This is for you.
Thank you! Grab your slippers.
Come on in.
Hin, this is Ching.
Thanks for letting me stay.
Hello.
Come in.
This is your room.
Put down your bag.
Hin, dinner's ready!
Help get the table ready.
Let me help.
- It's hot.
- Okay.
Let's eat.
I'm a waiter.
I can tell.
Let's have some soup.
Wow, it's hot...
Hin, where were you?
Why didn't you answer me?
I was studying.
- Here you go.
- Thank you.
Here.
Why don't you two
introduce yourselves?
I'm Fong Ching.
I know who you are.
I know who you are too.
Very well then. Let's eat.
Bon appetit.
I never asked what you like to eat.
I'm fine with everything.
Good. Here, have some chicken.
Thank you.
How about you?
Western cuisine.
Come on, is this how you talk?
Don't act like a child.
Or are you just shy?
I am a child. I'm still in school.
Do you have Weibo?
Let me follow you.
He does!
You can look him up on my page.
You have a Weibo account?
Yeah, I'm following you.
Just followed him.
You should follow him too!
Phone's in my room.
Can you get it?
Yeah.
Go on.
Can you get it?
Yes.
This is all yours.
Thank you, Mei-fung.
Still getting used to this place?
No.
It's just that
I never had my own room before.
Make yourself home.
Hin is slow to warm up,
but he's all right.
Sure.
Get some rest.
Good night.
Good night.
Hin!
Let's study at your place.
Yeah, we can have pizza
and play video games later.
My place is not available.
Why not?
Your place is the best option!
Come on, it's us...
Plus, it's Tim's birthday!
Yeah!
Let me ask my dad.
What does this have to do with him?
Come on...
I'm not sure
if he's working at home today.
Don't worry.
He's going to like us.
Let's grab our bags!
Hey!
"Are you home?"
"Yes."
"Are you gonna go out?"
"It's my day off."
"My classmates
and I are coming home now."
"Either you go out,
or you stay in the room."
"Stay inside"
"even if there's a fire!"
Let's go!
- Sure...
- Pizza time!
- Hin, can you bring me a knife?
- Sure.
These are limited edition!
Why haven't I seen you wear them?
Hey, let go, let go...
these aren't mine.
Whose shoes are they?
They're my dad's.
Really?
Why wouldn't you let me
listen to Fong Ching?
This speaker leaks electricity
once you connect to Bluetooth.
What?
Yeah...
shall we eat now so we can study?
Are you serious?
Yeah, eat up!
Let's have these.
"I need to pee."
Wow! What's that granny
doing out there?
And she's naked!
- Naked? Where?
- Where?
- Nobody's here.
- Is that one?
- Nobody's here.
- Where?
- Which way?
- That way!
- Nobody's here.
- Nothing.
I don't see her...
Oh, she just went back inside.
Grannies these day...
just stay inside if you're naked!
Or else people will see you!
Just stay inside!
What's up with you...
Let's study...
My stomach hurts!
Where are you going?
The bathroom! Where else?
Hold on.
Use the one in my parents' room.
Aren't we supposed to use yours?
My exhaust fan is down.
I'll take you there.
This way...
- What's with him?
- No idea.
Oh no!
My stomach hurts too!
It must be the pizza!
But Angela is still in there.
Can't hold it!
Wait! Don't!
What a relief...
What are you doing here?
I just want to check on Tim.
Tim? Are you okay?
Yeah!
What's going on with them?
- How was it?
- I'm sorry...
do you have any air freshener?
Even I can't stand it.
Why didn't you turn on the fan?
I thought you said it's not working?
Ah...
Much better now...
Are you sure
you can tidy up by yourself?
Yeah, I'll manage.
We'll get going then.
Right.
- See you!
- Bye-bye!
Bye!
Bye!
They're gone.
He must've had
a really upset stomach.
It stinked.
I'm sorry.
Do you play video games?
Shall we play together?
Who is the home team?
Of course I am. You're the visitor.
Oh.
Referee! Foul!
- Why would you tackle like that...
- Foul!
Oh no, is he injured?
- Yeah, from your tackle...
- Really?
Go ahead. What're you waiting for?
Shoot if you dare.
You said down the middle...
Goal!
You said down the middle...
"Been through all highs and lows"
"If I'm wrong,
who's there to forgive me?"
"Missing my home and bed,
my sanctuary"
"What am I striving to get?"
"Tried my best, felt the pain,
beaten down"
"Boring days, sleepless nights"
- "I kept giving my all"
-Can I take your order?
- Ice lemon tea and egg sandwich.
- Anything else?
"Never wasted one second,
but at what cost?"
"All I ever want is you"
"Is you"
"Bless me with all your tenderness
and your care"
"Your love always makes me"
"Forget all my weary
and unpleasant days"
"Grateful to be with you"
"Treat me like the brightest star"
"Let's lie down together
and talk about the future"
"Grateful to have you at home"
"Cheer me up with your warm soup"
"Bring tears to my eyes"
"Tell me home is where the heart is"
"That's all I ever need"
"You're the greatest gift I need"
"Let's lie down together
and watch the world go by"
"Grateful to have you at home"
"Support me with your open arms"
"Bring tears to my eyes"
"Nothing compares with being"
"In your arms"
Thank you.
When is your first exam going to be?
The third of next month.
It's coming up soon...
what's it going to be?
The first subject will be Language.
Carmen, I saw the layout,
but I thought the typeface
could look better.
Can we give it another try?
Let's talk about release date
after the photoshoot date
is confirmed.
Let me ask him about that
and get back to you...
Where were we?
I said my first subject
will be Language.
Right. I'm sorry.
I've been really busy lately.
But Ching knew your birthday
was coming up,
so he'd like to
to treat you to dinner.
Birthdays are no big deal.
I have to study anyway.
He really wanted you
to try out the steaks here.
That's right!
Their signature dish is
the Tomahawk steak,
and we can all share it.
Do you want to take a look
at your poster?
- Okay.
- Can we take a photo with him?
Excuse me.
Do you mind
if we take a picture together?
Okay.
When are you going to
play a concert?
- Not sure yet...
- Keep it up!
Thank you.
Ching,
can I have a picture with you?
Sure.
Can you make a finger heart?
Thank you.
Here is the Tomahawk steak
you ordered.
Would you like to take a picture?
Sure.
I'm sorry, no pictures allowed here.
Sorry.
- Keep it up!
- What?
Sorry.
Let's form a line...
One by one, don't rush.
My turn.
Next one...
I want to...
I'm a big fan of yours...
Stop!
Thank you so much...
I was scared to death!
Right.
Get in the car...
Come on.
Come on. Be careful.
Excuse me, excuse me...
Excuse me, excuse me...
Jonathan Lo!
Why didn't you tell me
all this time? Why?
This is big news!
What are you talking about?
About your mom!
Fong Ching's manager?
Let me tell you something...
Hin's mother is
Fong Ching's manager...
I even saw a picture of us
and Hin online!
"Single mum supports the family,"
"neglects her son
at the dinner for three"
I didn't know your mom
was so capable!
Your parents got divorced?
Why didn't you ever mention it?
No wonder
you've been a little off lately.
I'm fine.
I took this picture!
Why didn't they ask for
my permission?
Excuse me.
Hin...
Just shut up!
The markets were all closed...
luckily the supermarket wasn't.
Dinner will be ready soon.
What's going on?
Why must the whole world
know about our family?
Mom didn't want that
to happen either.
I never asked about you and daddy
because I was waiting for
you both to tell me.
I don't need to now!
I didn't tell you
because the timing wasn't right.
Then when would be a good time?
Is it when everything's
printed on magazines?
I never told my classmates
about daddy moving out!
Did you know how helpless I was
when they asked me about it?
You're not in the right state
of mind now.
We can't talk like this.
Let's talk later.
Did you forget about my exams?
Why must you divorce now?
I live in a single-parent
household now.
The magazines wrote that.
Daddy closed his factory in Xiamen.
They wrote that too.
Whether it's dad moving out,
or you bringing another person
to stay with us,
I was always the last one to know!
No matter what happened,
or what decisions you made,
why couldn't you at least tell me
or ask for my opinion?
Because too many things
had happened.
Mom never told anyone.
What about me?
Am I even part of the family?
It's been tough
for me too.
Why can't you be considerate
for a second?
No matter how busy I was,
I'd still cook for you
and deal with your tantrum.
You've been keeping
many things from me too.
I knew you didn't go to classes
last summer,
but you directed
a school drama instead.
I wasn't happy about you
keeping secrets either.
But does that mean I have
to take it out on you?
I chose to direct a school drama,
so at least everything
was under my control.
I won without your help.
I don't have to
follow your lead on everything.
Did you ever ask me
if I wanted to live with you?
What are you talking about?
Did you ever ask me
if I wanted to live with you?
Do you not want to?
I never said I wanted.
You're breaking my heart.
I don't want my mom
to be a superwoman!
I don't have a choice!
Does that mean
I don't have a choice too?
I'm home.
Are... are you okay?
I... I'll be in my room.
You wanted to be famous,
but I didn't.
Stay right there!
Do you really want to
know what happened?
I'll tell you.
Sit down.
I said sit down!
Do you remember Auntie Sarah?
A very good friend of mine.
Daddy is with her now.
I recommended her
to work at daddy's company.
Tell daddy to stop.
It can't... it's been a few years.
I thought it would be over too,
but Auntie Sarah is pregnant now,
so there's no turning back.
Mom has to deal with
a 21-year marriage coming to an end.
"Fong Ching manager saves a dog"
"Single mum supports the family,"
"neglects her son
at the dinner for three"
Do you want some pasta?
For some reason
I really wanted to
make pasta tonight.
Sure.
How's that dance coming along
for your music video?
It's okay.
A kid hurt his finger
at the center today,
and his parent had to
call an ambulance for that.
How crazy was that...
Oh right, I have some good news.
One of our clients
wants to sponsor your concert.
What do you think?
Let's not talk about work.
How are you and Hin?
I know why he's mad at me.
I know he's mad at me
for not telling him
about the divorce.
But what was I supposed to say?
And how?
Was I supposed to tell him
Daddy never came home
because he's with someone else?
Three years.
It took me three years
to convince myself that
divorce was the only solution.
Yan is gone,
and soon Hin will be too.
I don't have to cook anymore...
I don't have to get up early
to make breakfast anymore.
For whom should I cook for?
I know
it takes getting used to.
I was used to working
when I was young,
and afterwards,
I was used to being a housewife.
But...
but I never thought
I'd have to get used to
being lonely so soon.
That's why I like to work,
so at least I can find
my values
and my purpose.
I understand.
I think everyone wants
to be someone's priority,
and that goes for Hin too.
"To Fong Ching"
Hin, thanks to you,
I have a lot more followers
on my Weibo now.
Is that so?
- Do you know why?
- Why?
Because the only thing
between Fong Ching and me...
is you.
When can we study at
your place again?
I want an autograph.
Do you like Fong Ching too?
I want to get your mom's autograph.
Someday...
Hin, I made some cupcakes for you...
There's extra.
Can you give some to Fong Ching?
I'm sorry.
Can we take a short break?
I'm afraid he's going to faint soon!
Sure... let's take a short break!
Thank you.
- Open your umbrella.
- Sure.
Have some water!
- The sun's killing you.
- Thanks.
Do you feel exhausted?
I'm fine.
Remind me to get some winter melons.
I'll make winter melon tea.
Don't bother.
Look,
"The Sunnies" are out and about.
- Ten boxes of winter melon tea!
- Fong Ching! Fong Ching!
Thank you, Fong Ching!
My cousin bought me
some amulets from Japan
to bless me.
This one is for you.
Wishing you good grades
and a spot at Cambridge.
I don't know if studying abroad
is the best option.
Because of your family issues?
What would you study
if you stay here?
Why do we have to choose
all the time?
Because...
only when you get to choose,
do you understand
nothing good comes easy
and learn to treasure.
I'll do my best.
Let's do our best together!
We'll make Fong Ching a super star.
Let's cooperate.
Mr. Kim is a representative
of Korea's SY Entertainment.
Per our phone conversation,
they are looking to pick one talent
from every Asian region
for a two-year training
starting at the end of this year.
The group will be targeted
to a global audience,
and they'd like Fong Ching
to represent Hong Kong.
May we know more
about his upcoming plans?
If you need anything,
please feel free to tell us.
Just tell us.
We're but a boutique label,
so the plan is to keep working
on new songs
and his upcoming concert.
It's a boutique label
and they focus on working
on new songs and a concert.
We are ready to cooperate
with any request.
All are okay.
Mr. Kim asked
if you have any particular requests
or conditions.
I do have one request.
Can my manager
Mei-fung come along?
This is my own request.
What do you think?
Fong Ching wants
to come with his manager...
Sorry, I need to use the bathroom.
Excuse me.
She says she needed
to use the bathroom.
Fong Ching asked
if he can go with his manager.
How do you feel?
Of course!
No problem.
We'll help with your concert.
Sorry, I'd like to say hello
to a friend.
Excuse me.
Fong Ching's friends here
and he wants to say hello.
He will be doing very well.
Sorry.
We had a quick discussion just now.
Regarding the concert, Mr. Kim said
he could provide
any support you might need.
In essence,
Mr. Kim is really eager
to have Fong Ching in Korea,
so he'll do his best to cooperate.
Please give us
some time for evaluation.
- Sure.
- Great.
Do you think I should go?
Do you want to go?
I do!
I want to keep learning
so I can improve.
But I want you to go with me.
What do you think?
Let's talk about that later.
Okay.
Did you ask them to leave?
I once saw my dad
at an event.
He just stood there at the back.
I know how hard it is
to pretend someone wasn't there.
Why didn't you ever bring it up?
I thought I could handle it
by myself.
But I guess no one
can handle everything alone.
It's out!
Can I go take a look?
Sure!
Wow!
It looks pretty cool, right?
It's amazing.
It's huge.
I feel blessed.
Why?
Because people get to see
the efforts we put in.
Who is the person
you want most to see your effort?
No idea.
I see you on magazines all the time!
I see Ching all the time too.
- Mr. Fong?
- Ms. Yu? Please come in.
I'm his fan too.
People do everything
on their phones nowadays,
so I try my best to learn.
Whenever I turn on my phone,
I see his news and ads,
and that makes me feel like
he's talking to me.
I was in prison for nine years,
but he never visited me.
So I started writing letters.
I just kept writing.
They're all here.
But my sister said
he never read any of them.
I just wanted him to know his father
was mad at himself too.
I still am.
I took away his mom. I know that.
But I lost more than my wife.
I lost my family too.
It made total sense
that he's mad at me.
I'd never know
how to express my guilt.
That's why I'd like to thank you
for bringing the best out of him!
I can't ask for anything more now
that he's doing so well.
Been waiting for long?
Why didn't you get a haircut?
I don't have time.
So many letters...
How are you doing with your exams?
Two subjects left.
Keep it up.
You're going to the U.K. soon.
Are you never coming home?
Your mom and I
are getting a divorce.
I know...
but can I know why?
We've been together for so long
that our feelings just faded away.
That's why you're breaking up?
That's not exactly it.
Then what's the reason?
When I made mistakes as a kid,
you'd punish me
even after I apologized.
Yet, as an adult,
you could just walk away. Why?
I did apologize to your mom.
What about me?
Wouldn't you think
you were unfair to me too?
I used to look up to you
because you always told me
to do the right thing.
If I made a mistake,
I had to make sure to apologize.
You told me not to lie,
and that
I could always count on family.
Why did you have to contradict
everything you said?
Hin,
you're all grown up now.
You'll be in university soon,
and you'll learn to be independent.
You'll come up against obstacles
and problems.
But not every problem
has a perfect solution.
So you ran away.
Dad really made a mistake.
I'm sorry.
"Night or day, can't close my eyes"
"Those fawning words,
they don't give me a sense of pride"
"And so I walk away, hide away"
"Nobody has to know how I feel"
"All the talks and hugs,
they scare me away"
"If I spell it out,"
"will you ever feel how I feel?"
"This sadness overwhelms me,
I scream for help"
"I'm trapped in my own hell"
"This loneliness, this heartbreak,"
"will this pain ever leave me?"
"I might not be good enough,"
"but please don't leave me behind"
"Please laugh all you want,"
"rub salt in my wounds if you like"
"Even when everyone's sick,"
"I'll be with you
and see you through"
"When all of your tears go in vain,"
"and there's no one else to talk to"
"Remember I'm still here"
"Let's leave the shadows behind"
"Hold our heads high"
"It's our life to live"
"Fong Ching"
Next to the university?
Is there any unit
with a Korean BBQ
restaurant downstairs?
That's basically Myeong-dong.
- Fong Ching!
- What are you two up to?
Looking for your apartment in Korea!
Are you really going to Korea?
Can you take me to meet my idol?
I'll be your assistant
for free!
Make it two!
I haven't decided yet.
Are you serious...
we're talking about Korea!
This is an opportunity
of a lifetime!
Of course you're going!
I told Mei-fung
I would only go if she does too.
Then that's a done deal!
There's no way
she would leave your side.
This rerun
is our last performance
at this school,
so I hope it will be as good
as we did in
last year's competition.
Plus, I have a few adjustments...
Any questions?
- Hin, I'm sorry.
- Yes?
Can you get me two tickets
to Fong Ching's concert?
- I can't get them anywhere.
- Same here!
Hin, can you take us backstage
after the concert?
It's official!
SY has chosen Fong Ching
to represent Hong Kong
and he'll head to Korea soon!
So this is going to be
his last concert!
So soon!
You're still practicing!
I just want to practice
on my own for a little longer.
Mei-fung has left already,
but she told me
to leave you this box.
Probably gifts from fans.
Can I leave it with you?
Sure.
Keep it up!
I'll get going.
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
"Many people love you,"
"but don't forget"
"your father is one of them too."
Mei-fung"
"To Fong Ching"
"Son, I heard from aunt that"
"you have never read my letters..."
"Father"
"Dear my son"
The day I signed my contract,
Mei-fung told me that
in this business,
I can't have the fear of
people not liking me
because I could never
please everyone.
But it really bothers me
that you don't like me.
In the beginning,
I was so envious of you
because of your upbringing,
your family,
and your mom.
When your mom made me breakfast
for the first time,
I realized it was
the first homemade breakfast
I had in over 10 years.
It might seem ordinary to you,
but that was something
I never had.
I know you don't like me
because of your mom.
So that's that.
SY Entertainment invited me
to Korea.
I told them
I only had one condition,
and that was having
your mom next to me.
They turned me down at first,
but they reconsidered and said yes.
What did you say?
I dare you to say it again!
I'm sorry...
back then I didn't know
you chose to stay in Hong Kong.
But I really wanted
your mom by my side.
That's my mom!
Are you done stealing?
Why does the world
have to revolve around you?
It's you who doesn't have a family!
What did you say?
What did you say?
It's you who doesn't have a family!
She said no! She said no!
She turned me down!
She said taking care of you is
what matters most.
She said
you're her gift from heaven.
But have you ever thought that
she's your gift from heaven too?
You think I'm lucky?
You think I have everything?
I'm the only one who knows
what I truly want.
I cherish your mom so much
that I don't want her to be sad.
I've decided to go on my own.
This concert
is your mom's blood,
sweat, and tears.
You have to come.
What now?
Do you want to keep fighting?
Come on!
Come on!
Come on!
Bring it!
"Fong Ching, break a leg!"
"Fong Ching, break a leg.
Fong Ching number one."
"Dear Fong Ching, break a leg"
"Fong Ching, break a leg!
We all support you."
Are you ready? It's time.
"Fong Ching's dressing room"
He's here!
Okay!
I don't really know what to say...
We may only have one show,
but I know
we'll all give our best shot.
3, 2, 1. Good Show!
You're the best!
Good Show!
What's up with you?
I don't know...
I just feel so excited!
I never thought
we would actually make a star!
And I'm a part of it!
Alright, alright!
"Fong Ching"
"The Sunnies"
"Fong Ching"
"Once Live in Hong Kong"
"Once"
Good luck!
- Good show!
- Okay.
Good show!
"Fong Ching"
Let's go!
Fong Ching...
Thank you.
I never told you that
when I was 10,
I got into
a community singing contest
for the first time.
I remember it so well
not because I won,
but because my dad,
normally a taciturn person,
applauded me all night.
He said,
"I never knew you're so good at it!"
Some time later, something happened,
and we were separated
for a long time.
A very, very long time.
I know he's here tonight.
This is the first time he sees me
perform live after those years.
I hope I didn't disappoint.
After this concert, I'm going to
spend some time in Korea.
I hope I'll see you all again soon.
This next song
will be my last for the night.
This is my first attempt
at the lyrics,
and I see it as a gift
to those I love.
"This long journey, which way to go"
"For my future I strive and fight"
"Never mind all the sweat,
nor will I cry my tears"
Piercing my heart with regret"
"is a pointless thought"
"So I let go"
"A silent promise I swear to keep"
"Don't ever look back
or guilt will hold you down"
"I heard time is like a thief"
"it can steal all that you love"
"Can't let it beat me down"
"Letting go means
keeping it deep in my heart"
"My love,"
"so it won't get drowned
in this sea full of people"
"Can't leave behind my past,
I still know my way back"
"In this darkness,
you are my shining star"
"I might have to deal with
my regret and pain"
"My love,
so I turn it into blessing"
"Forever"
"Like sunrise, forever"
"Wish I could stop
and turn back time"
"If I never said bye,
then I wouldn't have to leave"
"Hold your hands tight
from here on out,"
"yet I just can't say
those few words out"
"I stand still and tremble"
"Letting go means
keeping it deep in my heart"
"My love,"
"so it won't get drowned
in this sea full of people"
"Can't leave behind my past,
I still know my way back"
"In this darkness,
you are my shining star"
"I might have to deal with
my regret and pain"
"My love,
so I turn it into blessing"
"Forever"
"Like sunrise, forever"
"I can never let it go"
"Your companionship, your care,
and your patience"
"You're always there,"
"come rain or come shine"
"Forever"
"Come what may, forever"
Here, Fong Ching,
please look this way.
- The show was amazing.
- Thank you.
- Truly stunning.
- Thank you.
Fong Ching, please look this way.
This way, please.
Hin?
This way.
Let me take you
to the dressing room.
Please look this way, thank you.
Also this side.
Please look this way.
Have a seat.
I'll ask Mei-fung to come over.
Thank you.
Mommy...
Great show, mom.
I'm so proud of you.
Everything. All of it.
Let me give you a hand.
Thank you.
Don't worry.
We'll keep the room as it is.
I promise
I won't put anything in it.
Thanks.
But I'll probably look for
my own place
when I'm back.
Come on, man.
Take this with you.
Make sure you have
enough warm clothes.
He can get them in Korea.
Just take it.
Thanks, Mei-fung.
Hey,
this is for you.
It wasn't me.
Samantha's cousin
bought it in Japan.
It got me through my exams,
so it should be useful.
Remember to feed the fish.
Don't you worry.
I'll help you with these.
Let's go.
We'll take care of him.
Thank you.
Yeah, just trust us.
Have a good trip.
Yeah, thank you.
"Realizing there is
never enough space"
"So I spend a day"
Have a good trip.
"to live at my own pace"
"Realizing all efforts
do go in vain"
"So I spend a day
to reflect on my thoughts"
Come back soon.
"Too much gone away,"
- I should go now.
- "too little remains"
"So I spend a day
to feel all that I love"
"In this sea of people"
"Some might drift,
and some might drown"
"In the battle of love"
"Some might win,
and some might lose"
"Only then do I
find my one true love"
"We can write all the poems"
"We can sleep all the hours"
"Time makes us take in all the dull"
"and dear moments in life"
"All the misfortunes,
all the surprises"
"So I must keep going
till I find my love"
That was Fong Ching's cover
of the song that made him
what he is today,
"One Thing Only Today."
I'm sure we all know that
today is the day
Fong Ching leaves for Korea.
His fans probably
only have one thing in mind today,
and that is to bid their farewell.
I heard that the airport is
already full of people now.
For someone
who debuted not long ago,
it's truly remarkable.
You can even say it's a miracle.
For those of you listening,
if there's only one thing
for you to do today,
what would it be?
This way.
Hello!
- This one?
- Yeah, after you.
Be careful.
What year did I quit my job?
It wasn't out of the blue.
Yan didn't want me to work.
Don't you remember?
Me passing out backstage
the year before that?
I didn't even know
I had been pregnant
for four months...
so I lost the baby.
That's when Yan forbade me
from working.
It took me two years
to get pregnant again.
The housewife life is good...
but my son is a big boy now.
He doesn't need me
to look after him.
He wouldn't let me!
My son is all grown up now,
so it's time to
look for new challenges.
Wow! You're a Managing Director now!
Good for you.
I remember you're a fresh graduate
when you joined our team.
When we managed Leo later on,
we had to pull
three all-nighters in a row
for his CD cover.
Do you remember that?
Right...
But Leo had changed
three labels since,
and he's like a god now.
I did hear about
you wanting a comeback,
but...
I don't know
if I can be of any help.
Not only you...
even I feel like
I'm getting too old now.
How about I create a position
for you to manage me?
Do you remember a guy
from our office named Norman?
Norman Yau?
I know he started a music company,
and it's getting bigger.
Looking after people is your forte.
I think you should talk to him.
- Bye!
- Goodbye, Miss.
See you next week!
Goodbye, Miss.
Watch out!
See you tomorrow, Miss.
Madam?
- Madam!
- Yes!
Are you looking for courses
for your kids?
Would you like to
look at our brochure?
No, no... I'm looking for Norman.
Oh.
Norman?
Mei-fung!
I've always wanted to have
an arts school like this,
so those who can afford
can come and learn.
For those who can't,
I'd waive their tuition.
It's like I never left the business!
I'm still discovering new talents!
Some of them are even
working for me now.
This is Ann.
Terrible at school,
but passionate about music.
Now she's one of the instructors.
That's Kaki.
Tried to be a gangster,
but he's too shy
and good-natured for it.
I never thought you'd work again!
My son has grown up.
I just want some new challenges.
A friend is asking me
to open up a center in Thailand,
so once I have a caretaker in place
then I can leave.
You're still so energetic!
If you love what you do,
work is a pleasure;
if you don't, work is pressure.
I learned that from you.
Slow down, Jayden.
Why hasn't your maid
picked you up yet?
Ten minutes later, she said.
Jayden, your nose is bleeding!
Come sit.
Tilt your head up... right...
Don't do that.
You're supposed to
put pressure here.
Tilt your head down.
- I'll get some tissues!
- Tilt your head down.
Here.
I can start anytime.
Great!
Kaki, this is Mei-fung.
She is my longtime friend,
and she'll look after
this place from now on.
Hello, Mei-fung!
Hello.
We do have
evening classes
and we all have to take shifts.
Do you need to cook
for your family?
My son is old enough
to look after himself.
Ask him to join
our summer jam sessions!
My son isn't really into music.
"The sky is shining bright"
"Leading me into my future"
"This world is ever-changing,"
"but I'll strive
to give my best shot"
"I need strength to persevere"
"and protect my innocence"
"Even in frustration, be patient"
"Fight for my dream"
"Keep the faith and hold me tight,"
"rise above!"
"Fear no pain and we shall prevail"
"Light up every moment
and fight for my future"
"Fret not when people ignore you"
"Let's stick together,
break all barriers,"
"and meet our future"
"That's how I follow my heart"
Okay! Please reset.
Actors, gather round.
The competition is coming up,
so we need to stay focused.
Tim, if the timing of
your first line is wrong,
then everyone else will be too.
So you must get
your timing right, okay?
Got it, sorry.
Everyone,
this song is called "The Future,"
so try to look more hopeful
when you sing.
Okay?
When on stage,
look for a spot,
such as the projector...
When does summer school end?
Until school starts.
So you're basically in school
all year round?
Well, these are make up classes.
Right.
School starts in two weeks.
Your IB exams are coming up.
You have to take them seriously.
I know.
Stop fooling around
with your extracurricular
activities.
I'm not.
What are Tim and Samantha's plans?
Samantha will probably
go to New Zealand,
but Tim has to see
how his exams go first.
Tim's so lazy,
he'll never get good grades.
He doesn't like school anyway.
Son... put your phone down.
I have something to tell you.
What?
I'm starting a new job next week.
When did that happen?
Let's just say
an opportunity arises.
Are you back
in the record label business?
It's... music education.
Does daddy know?
Of course.
As long as you two like it.
Of course I do.
Your mom was a workaholic
before I had you.
But we all have to take shifts
at this job,
so I won't be able to drive you
to school every day.
You'll need to get up earlier.
I told you many times
you don't need to drive me.
It's my job.
You have to look after yourself
when daddy's not home for dinner.
But I'll try to prepare some food
for you anyway.
Okay, no problem.
You haven't vacuumed your room
in two weeks.
If you don't do it...
Fine! I'll do it myself.
I just want you to learn to
look after yourself.
I'll manage
when you stop pushing.
In any case, it's your last year.
Do your best on your exams.
Didn't you say
you wanted to get into Cambridge?
I will... don't worry about it.
Mei-fung!
What's up with all these groceries?
You've picked the wrong brand
of toilet paper.
This one is thicker
and cheaper.
Really?
Do you two want some
Chinese herbal tea?
- Sure! But...
- I want some!
I'll wait till my takeout arrives.
Do you eat takeouts every day?
I'll bring some food along
if I happen to cook.
He's like that...
he wants to support
his friend's cafe.
Really?
Stop it!
Keep crying and there won't be
any classes for you!
Hi, I'd like to sign up for classes.
Which one?
Funky dance!
I told you,
you're too fat to dance!
I'm just saving you
from embarrassment!
Well...
I always tell him
being fat is not his fault,
but just don't show your flaws
to everyone!
Okay...
what do you want him to learn?
Piano!
That "Long Long" is pretty cool!
I don't want it!
Hey!
I'm so sorry! He's so clumsy...
What's up with you?
Mommy said I'm too fat to dance!
Are you?
I don't know...
Have you shown your moves
to mommy yet?
No...
Then what are you crying for?
This is... mommy?
What... I'll pay you back.
Sure thing...
but can I have a few minutes?
Follow my lead!
Should my son sign up
for Level 1 or 2?
I have to get going!
Hey!
Don't go!
Who is he?
He's Fong Ching.
We were in a band together
when we're young.
Now he works at a local cafe
around the corner.
He's the one
that delivers our takeouts.
"Wing Fat Tea restaurant"
Boss, Kaki told us
to keep the change.
Okay.
Excuse me,
I'll have an egg sandwich.
Egg sandwich. Anything else?
That'd be it.
- Chuen, egg sandwich!
- Okay.
Our next award is
the Best Director of the 19th
Inter-school Drama Competition.
The winner is...
Jonathan Lo, "Future, Future"!
"Inter-school Drama Competition"
This is our last
high school competition,
so this award really means a lot.
I want to thank my company
for your efforts and contributions!
Thank you!
Mommy.
Why are you home late?
Yeah, we went to celebrate.
Huh?
Celebrate the start of
a new semester.
Where's daddy?
He's at the factory.
These are yours. Take them.
Thank you.
How did the three of you meet?
We met at an arcade when we were 13.
They were bad guys back then...
Yeah... we even tried robbing once.
What?
True story!
We heard robbing was easy,
so we gave it a try.
We waited in the park
for three nights,
and finally,
we saw this girl by herself.
We had it all planned out.
I'd grab her neck from behind,
and Ching would
point a knife at her.
- I'd grab!
- And I'd snatch!
And we'd run!
But!
- We forgot one thing.
- What was that?
As soon as we ran at the girl,
she started...
I got scared and froze!
What happened to the girl?
There she is!
- That was you?
- That's right...
In the end I introduced them
to Norman,
and he invited them
to come play music together.
Otherwise,
they'd be in some gang now.
He's a good singer.
Won many awards
and came this close
to becoming a pro.
Why didn't you?
Can't make a living by singing...
I have bills to pay.
True.
Mei-fung, you wouldn't know
how tough life can be.
I'm sorry.
One of the kids just pooped!
- Wow.
- It stinks!
How did you manage to
rehearse with us all summer
and still finish
all homework in time?
Are you insane!
Don't copy word for word!
Something tells me
he's going to make mistakes anyway.
I have seven minutes left...
I'm not going to stop
and argue with you.
Hin, are you planning to
study Architecture at Cambridge?
Yeah, unless I fail my exams.
You of all people?
If you do,
I will never copy your work again!
Oh yeah? Give it back!
Sorry, Mr. Director!
Hands off, Tim!
So...
why don't you study Drama?
That's what you want.
But he wants to study Architecture.
Like you know best!
Yeah, I do want to
become an architect.
I thought your mom
didn't let you choose Drama.
No... she likes arts too.
I thought all your mom did was cook
and drive.
No way... his mom used to be
a record label executive!
I just want to be like her,
get married, quit my job,
and be a housewife.
"Stay on target"
"221 school days left"
Mei-fung, what a coincidence!
Yeah, we're almost done.
I'll be on my way.
Take care.
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
So what's up?
Did you go work at Norman's center?
I told Norman to do his best
to help you!
Yes, I quite like it there.
They do have lots of kids
for you to look after.
Indeed...
I did stumble upon a kid
with great potential.
To be what?
An artiste.
An artiste?
What's the problem?
Nothing... I'm just amazed at
how you've still got the chops!
I think the best proof of
one's ability is result,
not age.
If I thought age were an issue,
I wouldn't have promoted you
when you were
the youngest in our team.
Absolutely agree.
That's why I still respect you
the most.
Keep it up then.
If you ever need any help
from a major label,
- you let me know!
- Sure.
Let me give you my new card.
Thank you.
Wow, CEO!
Talk soon!
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
I'm home.
I made some soup.
I'll have it tomorrow.
Wai is retiring next month.
We're going to have
a farewell dinner
with him tomorrow.
20-plus years went by
like the blink of an eye.
Right.
Am I in?
It's just a work gathering.
Okay.
Say hi to him and his wife for me.
Okay.
How's business lately?
Much better now.
You should get some rest.
You haven't worked for so long.
I don't know if you can stand it.
It just takes some getting used to.
Okay. I'm going to bed now.
Iced tea.
Mei-fung!
- Have a seat.
- Sure.
Mei-fung, what do you want to have?
Hot milk tea, easy on the milk!
Chuen, hot milk tea,
easy on the milk!
Any food recommendation?
Egg tarts! They're awesome!
Sure!
One egg tart, please!
Sorry, just sold out!
Egg tart.
Ching, hold your order.
Chuen, one more iced tea to go!
Mei-fung, are you passing by?
Yeah, I just happened to be around.
Have you been working here for long?
A little over two years.
Why work at a local cafe?
The owner is a friend of my aunt.
Don't you like singing?
I do!
But that's just a hobby.
Have you ever thought about
being a singer?
I did when I was a kid.
Right, so why didn't you go for it?
Making a living is more important...
I want to make enough money
to move out.
Kaki told me
you're living with your aunt.
What about your parents?
A car crash took them both
when I was 10.
So your aunt and you have been
depending on each other since?
Not really. She has two sons.
So you're used to
looking after yourself.
- The takeouts are ready.
- Okay.
You can say that.
Enjoy your food.
I'll get back to work.
Can I get a cauliflower?
- Sure.
- How much?
10 dollars per catty.
This one's 10 dollars!
- Great! No bag.
- Okay.
Got it.
- Hello!
- Hello!
Take off your shoes please.
Thank you.
Mei-fung, your place is huge!
Shall we have barbecue first
and then we do karaoke afterwards?
- Great!
- It's so beautiful.
Look at this fish tank...
Leon Lai!
And Leo Ku!
Right...
I didn't know
Mei-fung was a groupie.
What do you mean?
She had pictures
with all these celebrities...
Food is ready!
Okay.
Coming!
Looks good?
Mei-fung, because of you,
I'm much more picky about food now!
Really?
Mei-fung, who is your idol?
I see you have a quite a wide range.
I only have one idol now...
- Who?
- Who?
My son!
Oh.
Can one of you grab me
a big knife from the kitchen?
I'll get it!
Here.
What are you doing here?
I'm looking for a knife.
Who are you?
I'm Mei-fung's friend.
Do you have a bigger knife?
Here.
Thanks.
Let's eat together?
After you.
Okay.
This oven is good.
My son is home!
Hello.
Introduce yourselves.
My name is Kaki.
- I am Ann.
- I am Fong Ching.
- Have you eaten yet?
- Not yet.
- Join us!
- Sure.
Let's do karaoke later!
Come on!
Let's eat!
These sausages are ready.
I'm telling you,
your mom is such a great cook.
Mei-fung...
your song collections are...
just like fine wine!
- Huh?
- He's saying your songs are old.
My son doesn't like to sing!
Yeah, I'm terrible at singing.
Ching, it's the song
you picked for the contest!
Oh, that song!
- Me? Really?
- Do it!
Come on! He won with this song!
Do you want to sing?
I don't sing. Go ahead.
"Realizing there is
never enough space"
"So I spend a day
to live at my own pace"
"Realizing all efforts
do go in vain"
"So I spend a day
to reflect on my thoughts"
"Too much gone away,
too little remains"
"So I spend a day
to feel all that I love"
"In this sea of people"
His voice does have character,
but I can't tell for sure
until I see him in person.
When are you free this week?
You're still the same old Mei-fung!
What?
When you need something,
you always want it right away.
"My one true love"
You've still got it!
Do you still want to
become a singer?
Of course he does!
Mei-fung, do you know anyone?
Oh right, I never told you
what my job was.
Huh?
My mom worked at
a record label before.
Leo Ku?
Yu Mei-fung?
I know this name!
For a few years,
lots of artistes thanked this person
at those award shows!
You're THE Yu Mei-fung!
Fong Ching,
you're going to be a singer!
Have a seat.
Boss will be here in a minute.
This is insane...
I never thought
I could visit Zooman's studio!
Look at all these awards!
So many of them!
Do you think
I can take pictures with them?
Don't be silly...
just wait till Ching gets one!
"My Favorite Singer"!
Don't you want one?
Come on...
Like you don't want it!
Hello.
- Zooman.
- Long time no see.
- How are you?
- How are you?
I'm doing fine.
A-B-C, what is our theme today?
This is Fong Ching.
These are my co-workers.
Hello!
- I'm Kaki.
- I'm Ann.
Hello.
Hello, I'm Zooman.
Hello. I picked one of your songs
for a contest before.
Thank you. I've heard you sing too.
So which song
have you prepared for today?
Tentative.
Then when will you be certain?
The song is called "Tentative."
I'm so nervous. It's like taking
my son to his first day of school.
"If you are lonely,
share half of your tears"
Why him of all people?
Can't explain.
I just felt something
different in him.
He has great potential
in both singing and dancing.
These talents
should not go to waste.
I meant
what made you get back in the game
and become a manager again.
Fate.
"Not forever,
but love me tentatively"
Can't let this go to waste...
If you don't mind,
let me be your producer
and see how it works out. Okay?
Yes!
Let it out! Hold it!
Hold it!
I can't... I can't...
I met with Sarah.
What did she say?
Just how she's been doing.
I see.
Don't mind her.
I won't get to once I get busier.
Good night.
I've been thinking.
Hin is leaving for the U.K.
next year,
and that's taken care of
as long as we have the money.
Last time you said
you'd still take care of us
after moving out.
That's fine.
I know what happened to Sarah.
We've known each other for so long.
My only regret
was taking your advice
to quit my job and have a baby.
Let me know your thoughts.
I'll do as you say.
Hin, mom will be managing again.
It's Ching, the boy who sang karaoke
at our place.
Are you sure you can manage
after all these years?
You'll never know until you try.
Okay.
Daddy will be moving out
for a while.
Did you two have a fight?
It's not like that,
but we do have problems
to deal with.
I knew it.
Just think of it
like he's on a business trip.
Well, you already had it
all planned out.
Life still goes on.
I don't understand
why you wanted to work again.
It has nothing to do with that.
You knew daddy wouldn't like it.
He didn't say that.
You said it yourself.
Daddy had to beg you
before you finally quit your job.
That was years ago.
You lost your baby
because you worked too hard!
Remember that!
I wouldn't have you had I not quit!
That's why you always think
so highly of yourself!
I'm not going to argue with you.
Like I said,
life goes on.
You should learn
how to look after yourself.
You'll be leaving for the U.K. soon.
You won't have a chauffeur anymore.
I know.
That's why I'd rather go sooner.
Your lunch!
"Tryin' to make my way home"
"Sometimes"
"I'm just lost"
"I've been looking for"
"Why"
Is it all set?
- Yeah, it's good to go.
- Oh.
You can upload pictures now.
I just followed you.
Mei-fung,
is there anyone you want to follow?
Is there any chance
my son has an account?
Of course! Everyone has one now!
- Really?
- What's his name?
Jonathan... Jonathan Lo.
Found him.
Your son does theater drama!
We can have him here someday
and teach the kids!
He's won awards!
I didn't know that...
It's totally normal...
I wouldn't let my mom
follow me either.
I don't want her to know about
my private life.
Same here.
I don't want her to know
I don't have a life.
Is that so?
"Tryin' to make my way home"
"Sometimes"
"I'm just lost"
"I've been looking for"
"Why"
"Stop me thinking"
Hey, are you good to go?
Just relax and have some water.
We'll do a take.
Mei-fung?
- What brings you here?
- How are you?
I haven't seen you in ages.
My kid is in session now.
That's Hin? He's a big guy now!
No... this is Fong Ching.
His debut song.
- Congratulations!
- Thank you.
Ching, shall we?
This reminds me of
my first ever recording session.
I was in there,
and you're also out here.
You still remember that?
I'll remember that
for the rest of my life!
I remember that too.
I was also sitting right here!
- The band is back together!
- Yes!
"Am I too competitive?"
"I say it's all in the game,
and I must win"
"Am I too rational?"
"I say I have to give my all"
- Nice.
- "to stay sane"
"Practicing my shots and skills"
"just to fuel my will to win"
"Who knows that
only makes you fear me more"
"Seed No. 1, by Fong Ching"
"How I want to get into court"
"and face my next opponent"
"How I also want to kiss you,"
"stay in love forever"
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought
about leaving me?"
"Or ever felt lonely being my girl?"
"It feels like you've said it"
"Of course I feel regret"
"When I lost myself and"
"life beat me down,
you lifted me up"
"I said I would call you"
"but I feared my other side
would look down on me"
Welcome to the "All in the Timing"
autograph signing event!
Before Tachi comes on stage,
I'd like to introduce
a special guest.
Let's give a warm welcome
to Fong Ching!
- Hello, my name is Fong Ching.
- Who is that?
It's my pleasure
to sing in front of you all.
I remember him!
- I've seen him before...
- He's Fong Ching. Super popular now.
He's that Internet singer!
The one with the good looks
and good voice!
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
It's Ching!
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought about
leaving me?"
Ching!
"I regret it so much"
"I stay on defence,
yet I can't save my love"
"Time is never on my side"
"How I want to get into court"
"and face my next opponent"
"How I also want to kiss you,"
"stay in love forever"
"Win-win is just absurd"
"So my focus"
"stays on the battle with my rival"
"How I want to have you here"
"and be my cheerleader"
"Yet I've made my mind
to put you last"
"Have you ever thought about
leaving me?"
"I regret it so much"
"How am I supposed
to balance it out"
"Everything in conflict"
Have you joined
the "The Sunnies" group yet?
- Of course.
- I love this picture!
What is that?
It's Fong Ching's fan club.
Is he your new love?
- Oh yeah.
- Have you seen his live show?
Did he hold a concert?
Yeah, on his page!
Look!
What's so special about him?
He's special
because he never gave up his dreams!
I love him!
Me too!
- "In the end, you say yes"
-Fong Ching.
"Without any regret"
Aunt is out doing groceries.
Let's have dinner together.
Ching...
I know I've been...
Give me back my mom!
Give me back my mom!
"Can we meet?"
Mei-fung,
I want out.
The reason being?
I don't want the public
to know too much about me.
You mean about your job at the cafe?
Or that you have
no parents?
I'm not an orphan.
My dad is home.
He just got out of prison
after nine years.
Drunk driving, crashed his car,
killed my mom,
and the driver in the opposite lane.
Mom always told him
to quit drinking,
but he never listened.
I remember that night.
They went out for dinner,
and left me at home.
I remember the moment
she said goodbye.
That was the last time
I ever saw my mom.
I didn't want to lie,
but I'd really rather
I were an orphan.
I'd rather they were both dead,
so I would never think that
dad killed mom.
Now he's finally home.
My aunt is happy,
but I'm not.
When I saw him,
all I could think of
was him drunk driving.
When I saw him,
I just couldn't contain my anger.
It wasn't an issue
when I worked at the cafe,
but now
I can't let people know
my dad was a murderer.
I don't want to drag you down.
Sometimes, what you think matters
so much to other people
may only matter to you.
I never thought Kaki and you
were bad people
just because
you were led astray as kids.
The world is a crazy place.
If you think
you have a problem,
everyone will think the same.
But it's not your fault,
nor is it your problem.
Don't mind what others think.
If you don't like singing,
you can keep working at the cafe,
but I know that's not the case.
I just don't want you to give up.
I don't know
if I can be of any help,
but I believe our fates
led to each other.
No, Mei-fung.
You helped me a lot already.
No one needs to expose
their every secret.
I promise you,
I won't tell anyone.
There are homeless people everywhere
waiting for a helping hand.
Why don't you ask them all
to come live here?
We're co-workers!
Co-workers should
keep their business at work!
Some people bring work home,
but why must you bring
a co-worker home?
No one looks after him.
When you know more about him,
you'd want to help him too.
If anyone asks
why my parents are separated,
I'd say my mom
has another man!
How dare you!
Hi.
This is for you.
Thank you! Grab your slippers.
Come on in.
Hin, this is Ching.
Thanks for letting me stay.
Hello.
Come in.
This is your room.
Put down your bag.
Hin, dinner's ready!
Help get the table ready.
Let me help.
- It's hot.
- Okay.
Let's eat.
I'm a waiter.
I can tell.
Let's have some soup.
Wow, it's hot...
Hin, where were you?
Why didn't you answer me?
I was studying.
- Here you go.
- Thank you.
Here.
Why don't you two
introduce yourselves?
I'm Fong Ching.
I know who you are.
I know who you are too.
Very well then. Let's eat.
Bon appetit.
I never asked what you like to eat.
I'm fine with everything.
Good. Here, have some chicken.
Thank you.
How about you?
Western cuisine.
Come on, is this how you talk?
Don't act like a child.
Or are you just shy?
I am a child. I'm still in school.
Do you have Weibo?
Let me follow you.
He does!
You can look him up on my page.
You have a Weibo account?
Yeah, I'm following you.
Just followed him.
You should follow him too!
Phone's in my room.
Can you get it?
Yeah.
Go on.
Can you get it?
Yes.
This is all yours.
Thank you, Mei-fung.
Still getting used to this place?
No.
It's just that
I never had my own room before.
Make yourself home.
Hin is slow to warm up,
but he's all right.
Sure.
Get some rest.
Good night.
Good night.
Hin!
Let's study at your place.
Yeah, we can have pizza
and play video games later.
My place is not available.
Why not?
Your place is the best option!
Come on, it's us...
Plus, it's Tim's birthday!
Yeah!
Let me ask my dad.
What does this have to do with him?
Come on...
I'm not sure
if he's working at home today.
Don't worry.
He's going to like us.
Let's grab our bags!
Hey!
"Are you home?"
"Yes."
"Are you gonna go out?"
"It's my day off."
"My classmates
and I are coming home now."
"Either you go out,
or you stay in the room."
"Stay inside"
"even if there's a fire!"
Let's go!
- Sure...
- Pizza time!
- Hin, can you bring me a knife?
- Sure.
These are limited edition!
Why haven't I seen you wear them?
Hey, let go, let go...
these aren't mine.
Whose shoes are they?
They're my dad's.
Really?
Why wouldn't you let me
listen to Fong Ching?
This speaker leaks electricity
once you connect to Bluetooth.
What?
Yeah...
shall we eat now so we can study?
Are you serious?
Yeah, eat up!
Let's have these.
"I need to pee."
Wow! What's that granny
doing out there?
And she's naked!
- Naked? Where?
- Where?
- Nobody's here.
- Is that one?
- Nobody's here.
- Where?
- Which way?
- That way!
- Nobody's here.
- Nothing.
I don't see her...
Oh, she just went back inside.
Grannies these day...
just stay inside if you're naked!
Or else people will see you!
Just stay inside!
What's up with you...
Let's study...
My stomach hurts!
Where are you going?
The bathroom! Where else?
Hold on.
Use the one in my parents' room.
Aren't we supposed to use yours?
My exhaust fan is down.
I'll take you there.
This way...
- What's with him?
- No idea.
Oh no!
My stomach hurts too!
It must be the pizza!
But Angela is still in there.
Can't hold it!
Wait! Don't!
What a relief...
What are you doing here?
I just want to check on Tim.
Tim? Are you okay?
Yeah!
What's going on with them?
- How was it?
- I'm sorry...
do you have any air freshener?
Even I can't stand it.
Why didn't you turn on the fan?
I thought you said it's not working?
Ah...
Much better now...
Are you sure
you can tidy up by yourself?
Yeah, I'll manage.
We'll get going then.
Right.
- See you!
- Bye-bye!
Bye!
Bye!
They're gone.
He must've had
a really upset stomach.
It stinked.
I'm sorry.
Do you play video games?
Shall we play together?
Who is the home team?
Of course I am. You're the visitor.
Oh.
Referee! Foul!
- Why would you tackle like that...
- Foul!
Oh no, is he injured?
- Yeah, from your tackle...
- Really?
Go ahead. What're you waiting for?
Shoot if you dare.
You said down the middle...
Goal!
You said down the middle...
"Been through all highs and lows"
"If I'm wrong,
who's there to forgive me?"
"Missing my home and bed,
my sanctuary"
"What am I striving to get?"
"Tried my best, felt the pain,
beaten down"
"Boring days, sleepless nights"
- "I kept giving my all"
-Can I take your order?
- Ice lemon tea and egg sandwich.
- Anything else?
"Never wasted one second,
but at what cost?"
"All I ever want is you"
"Is you"
"Bless me with all your tenderness
and your care"
"Your love always makes me"
"Forget all my weary
and unpleasant days"
"Grateful to be with you"
"Treat me like the brightest star"
"Let's lie down together
and talk about the future"
"Grateful to have you at home"
"Cheer me up with your warm soup"
"Bring tears to my eyes"
"Tell me home is where the heart is"
"That's all I ever need"
"You're the greatest gift I need"
"Let's lie down together
and watch the world go by"
"Grateful to have you at home"
"Support me with your open arms"
"Bring tears to my eyes"
"Nothing compares with being"
"In your arms"
Thank you.
When is your first exam going to be?
The third of next month.
It's coming up soon...
what's it going to be?
The first subject will be Language.
Carmen, I saw the layout,
but I thought the typeface
could look better.
Can we give it another try?
Let's talk about release date
after the photoshoot date
is confirmed.
Let me ask him about that
and get back to you...
Where were we?
I said my first subject
will be Language.
Right. I'm sorry.
I've been really busy lately.
But Ching knew your birthday
was coming up,
so he'd like to
to treat you to dinner.
Birthdays are no big deal.
I have to study anyway.
He really wanted you
to try out the steaks here.
That's right!
Their signature dish is
the Tomahawk steak,
and we can all share it.
Do you want to take a look
at your poster?
- Okay.
- Can we take a photo with him?
Excuse me.
Do you mind
if we take a picture together?
Okay.
When are you going to
play a concert?
- Not sure yet...
- Keep it up!
Thank you.
Ching,
can I have a picture with you?
Sure.
Can you make a finger heart?
Thank you.
Here is the Tomahawk steak
you ordered.
Would you like to take a picture?
Sure.
I'm sorry, no pictures allowed here.
Sorry.
- Keep it up!
- What?
Sorry.
Let's form a line...
One by one, don't rush.
My turn.
Next one...
I want to...
I'm a big fan of yours...
Stop!
Thank you so much...
I was scared to death!
Right.
Get in the car...
Come on.
Come on. Be careful.
Excuse me, excuse me...
Excuse me, excuse me...
Jonathan Lo!
Why didn't you tell me
all this time? Why?
This is big news!
What are you talking about?
About your mom!
Fong Ching's manager?
Let me tell you something...
Hin's mother is
Fong Ching's manager...
I even saw a picture of us
and Hin online!
"Single mum supports the family,"
"neglects her son
at the dinner for three"
I didn't know your mom
was so capable!
Your parents got divorced?
Why didn't you ever mention it?
No wonder
you've been a little off lately.
I'm fine.
I took this picture!
Why didn't they ask for
my permission?
Excuse me.
Hin...
Just shut up!
The markets were all closed...
luckily the supermarket wasn't.
Dinner will be ready soon.
What's going on?
Why must the whole world
know about our family?
Mom didn't want that
to happen either.
I never asked about you and daddy
because I was waiting for
you both to tell me.
I don't need to now!
I didn't tell you
because the timing wasn't right.
Then when would be a good time?
Is it when everything's
printed on magazines?
I never told my classmates
about daddy moving out!
Did you know how helpless I was
when they asked me about it?
You're not in the right state
of mind now.
We can't talk like this.
Let's talk later.
Did you forget about my exams?
Why must you divorce now?
I live in a single-parent
household now.
The magazines wrote that.
Daddy closed his factory in Xiamen.
They wrote that too.
Whether it's dad moving out,
or you bringing another person
to stay with us,
I was always the last one to know!
No matter what happened,
or what decisions you made,
why couldn't you at least tell me
or ask for my opinion?
Because too many things
had happened.
Mom never told anyone.
What about me?
Am I even part of the family?
It's been tough
for me too.
Why can't you be considerate
for a second?
No matter how busy I was,
I'd still cook for you
and deal with your tantrum.
You've been keeping
many things from me too.
I knew you didn't go to classes
last summer,
but you directed
a school drama instead.
I wasn't happy about you
keeping secrets either.
But does that mean I have
to take it out on you?
I chose to direct a school drama,
so at least everything
was under my control.
I won without your help.
I don't have to
follow your lead on everything.
Did you ever ask me
if I wanted to live with you?
What are you talking about?
Did you ever ask me
if I wanted to live with you?
Do you not want to?
I never said I wanted.
You're breaking my heart.
I don't want my mom
to be a superwoman!
I don't have a choice!
Does that mean
I don't have a choice too?
I'm home.
Are... are you okay?
I... I'll be in my room.
You wanted to be famous,
but I didn't.
Stay right there!
Do you really want to
know what happened?
I'll tell you.
Sit down.
I said sit down!
Do you remember Auntie Sarah?
A very good friend of mine.
Daddy is with her now.
I recommended her
to work at daddy's company.
Tell daddy to stop.
It can't... it's been a few years.
I thought it would be over too,
but Auntie Sarah is pregnant now,
so there's no turning back.
Mom has to deal with
a 21-year marriage coming to an end.
"Fong Ching manager saves a dog"
"Single mum supports the family,"
"neglects her son
at the dinner for three"
Do you want some pasta?
For some reason
I really wanted to
make pasta tonight.
Sure.
How's that dance coming along
for your music video?
It's okay.
A kid hurt his finger
at the center today,
and his parent had to
call an ambulance for that.
How crazy was that...
Oh right, I have some good news.
One of our clients
wants to sponsor your concert.
What do you think?
Let's not talk about work.
How are you and Hin?
I know why he's mad at me.
I know he's mad at me
for not telling him
about the divorce.
But what was I supposed to say?
And how?
Was I supposed to tell him
Daddy never came home
because he's with someone else?
Three years.
It took me three years
to convince myself that
divorce was the only solution.
Yan is gone,
and soon Hin will be too.
I don't have to cook anymore...
I don't have to get up early
to make breakfast anymore.
For whom should I cook for?
I know
it takes getting used to.
I was used to working
when I was young,
and afterwards,
I was used to being a housewife.
But...
but I never thought
I'd have to get used to
being lonely so soon.
That's why I like to work,
so at least I can find
my values
and my purpose.
I understand.
I think everyone wants
to be someone's priority,
and that goes for Hin too.
"To Fong Ching"
Hin, thanks to you,
I have a lot more followers
on my Weibo now.
Is that so?
- Do you know why?
- Why?
Because the only thing
between Fong Ching and me...
is you.
When can we study at
your place again?
I want an autograph.
Do you like Fong Ching too?
I want to get your mom's autograph.
Someday...
Hin, I made some cupcakes for you...
There's extra.
Can you give some to Fong Ching?
I'm sorry.
Can we take a short break?
I'm afraid he's going to faint soon!
Sure... let's take a short break!
Thank you.
- Open your umbrella.
- Sure.
Have some water!
- The sun's killing you.
- Thanks.
Do you feel exhausted?
I'm fine.
Remind me to get some winter melons.
I'll make winter melon tea.
Don't bother.
Look,
"The Sunnies" are out and about.
- Ten boxes of winter melon tea!
- Fong Ching! Fong Ching!
Thank you, Fong Ching!
My cousin bought me
some amulets from Japan
to bless me.
This one is for you.
Wishing you good grades
and a spot at Cambridge.
I don't know if studying abroad
is the best option.
Because of your family issues?
What would you study
if you stay here?
Why do we have to choose
all the time?
Because...
only when you get to choose,
do you understand
nothing good comes easy
and learn to treasure.
I'll do my best.
Let's do our best together!
We'll make Fong Ching a super star.
Let's cooperate.
Mr. Kim is a representative
of Korea's SY Entertainment.
Per our phone conversation,
they are looking to pick one talent
from every Asian region
for a two-year training
starting at the end of this year.
The group will be targeted
to a global audience,
and they'd like Fong Ching
to represent Hong Kong.
May we know more
about his upcoming plans?
If you need anything,
please feel free to tell us.
Just tell us.
We're but a boutique label,
so the plan is to keep working
on new songs
and his upcoming concert.
It's a boutique label
and they focus on working
on new songs and a concert.
We are ready to cooperate
with any request.
All are okay.
Mr. Kim asked
if you have any particular requests
or conditions.
I do have one request.
Can my manager
Mei-fung come along?
This is my own request.
What do you think?
Fong Ching wants
to come with his manager...
Sorry, I need to use the bathroom.
Excuse me.
She says she needed
to use the bathroom.
Fong Ching asked
if he can go with his manager.
How do you feel?
Of course!
No problem.
We'll help with your concert.
Sorry, I'd like to say hello
to a friend.
Excuse me.
Fong Ching's friends here
and he wants to say hello.
He will be doing very well.
Sorry.
We had a quick discussion just now.
Regarding the concert, Mr. Kim said
he could provide
any support you might need.
In essence,
Mr. Kim is really eager
to have Fong Ching in Korea,
so he'll do his best to cooperate.
Please give us
some time for evaluation.
- Sure.
- Great.
Do you think I should go?
Do you want to go?
I do!
I want to keep learning
so I can improve.
But I want you to go with me.
What do you think?
Let's talk about that later.
Okay.
Did you ask them to leave?
I once saw my dad
at an event.
He just stood there at the back.
I know how hard it is
to pretend someone wasn't there.
Why didn't you ever bring it up?
I thought I could handle it
by myself.
But I guess no one
can handle everything alone.
It's out!
Can I go take a look?
Sure!
Wow!
It looks pretty cool, right?
It's amazing.
It's huge.
I feel blessed.
Why?
Because people get to see
the efforts we put in.
Who is the person
you want most to see your effort?
No idea.
I see you on magazines all the time!
I see Ching all the time too.
- Mr. Fong?
- Ms. Yu? Please come in.
I'm his fan too.
People do everything
on their phones nowadays,
so I try my best to learn.
Whenever I turn on my phone,
I see his news and ads,
and that makes me feel like
he's talking to me.
I was in prison for nine years,
but he never visited me.
So I started writing letters.
I just kept writing.
They're all here.
But my sister said
he never read any of them.
I just wanted him to know his father
was mad at himself too.
I still am.
I took away his mom. I know that.
But I lost more than my wife.
I lost my family too.
It made total sense
that he's mad at me.
I'd never know
how to express my guilt.
That's why I'd like to thank you
for bringing the best out of him!
I can't ask for anything more now
that he's doing so well.
Been waiting for long?
Why didn't you get a haircut?
I don't have time.
So many letters...
How are you doing with your exams?
Two subjects left.
Keep it up.
You're going to the U.K. soon.
Are you never coming home?
Your mom and I
are getting a divorce.
I know...
but can I know why?
We've been together for so long
that our feelings just faded away.
That's why you're breaking up?
That's not exactly it.
Then what's the reason?
When I made mistakes as a kid,
you'd punish me
even after I apologized.
Yet, as an adult,
you could just walk away. Why?
I did apologize to your mom.
What about me?
Wouldn't you think
you were unfair to me too?
I used to look up to you
because you always told me
to do the right thing.
If I made a mistake,
I had to make sure to apologize.
You told me not to lie,
and that
I could always count on family.
Why did you have to contradict
everything you said?
Hin,
you're all grown up now.
You'll be in university soon,
and you'll learn to be independent.
You'll come up against obstacles
and problems.
But not every problem
has a perfect solution.
So you ran away.
Dad really made a mistake.
I'm sorry.
"Night or day, can't close my eyes"
"Those fawning words,
they don't give me a sense of pride"
"And so I walk away, hide away"
"Nobody has to know how I feel"
"All the talks and hugs,
they scare me away"
"If I spell it out,"
"will you ever feel how I feel?"
"This sadness overwhelms me,
I scream for help"
"I'm trapped in my own hell"
"This loneliness, this heartbreak,"
"will this pain ever leave me?"
"I might not be good enough,"
"but please don't leave me behind"
"Please laugh all you want,"
"rub salt in my wounds if you like"
"Even when everyone's sick,"
"I'll be with you
and see you through"
"When all of your tears go in vain,"
"and there's no one else to talk to"
"Remember I'm still here"
"Let's leave the shadows behind"
"Hold our heads high"
"It's our life to live"
"Fong Ching"
Next to the university?
Is there any unit
with a Korean BBQ
restaurant downstairs?
That's basically Myeong-dong.
- Fong Ching!
- What are you two up to?
Looking for your apartment in Korea!
Are you really going to Korea?
Can you take me to meet my idol?
I'll be your assistant
for free!
Make it two!
I haven't decided yet.
Are you serious...
we're talking about Korea!
This is an opportunity
of a lifetime!
Of course you're going!
I told Mei-fung
I would only go if she does too.
Then that's a done deal!
There's no way
she would leave your side.
This rerun
is our last performance
at this school,
so I hope it will be as good
as we did in
last year's competition.
Plus, I have a few adjustments...
Any questions?
- Hin, I'm sorry.
- Yes?
Can you get me two tickets
to Fong Ching's concert?
- I can't get them anywhere.
- Same here!
Hin, can you take us backstage
after the concert?
It's official!
SY has chosen Fong Ching
to represent Hong Kong
and he'll head to Korea soon!
So this is going to be
his last concert!
So soon!
You're still practicing!
I just want to practice
on my own for a little longer.
Mei-fung has left already,
but she told me
to leave you this box.
Probably gifts from fans.
Can I leave it with you?
Sure.
Keep it up!
I'll get going.
- Bye-bye.
- Bye-bye.
"Many people love you,"
"but don't forget"
"your father is one of them too."
Mei-fung"
"To Fong Ching"
"Son, I heard from aunt that"
"you have never read my letters..."
"Father"
"Dear my son"
The day I signed my contract,
Mei-fung told me that
in this business,
I can't have the fear of
people not liking me
because I could never
please everyone.
But it really bothers me
that you don't like me.
In the beginning,
I was so envious of you
because of your upbringing,
your family,
and your mom.
When your mom made me breakfast
for the first time,
I realized it was
the first homemade breakfast
I had in over 10 years.
It might seem ordinary to you,
but that was something
I never had.
I know you don't like me
because of your mom.
So that's that.
SY Entertainment invited me
to Korea.
I told them
I only had one condition,
and that was having
your mom next to me.
They turned me down at first,
but they reconsidered and said yes.
What did you say?
I dare you to say it again!
I'm sorry...
back then I didn't know
you chose to stay in Hong Kong.
But I really wanted
your mom by my side.
That's my mom!
Are you done stealing?
Why does the world
have to revolve around you?
It's you who doesn't have a family!
What did you say?
What did you say?
It's you who doesn't have a family!
She said no! She said no!
She turned me down!
She said taking care of you is
what matters most.
She said
you're her gift from heaven.
But have you ever thought that
she's your gift from heaven too?
You think I'm lucky?
You think I have everything?
I'm the only one who knows
what I truly want.
I cherish your mom so much
that I don't want her to be sad.
I've decided to go on my own.
This concert
is your mom's blood,
sweat, and tears.
You have to come.
What now?
Do you want to keep fighting?
Come on!
Come on!
Come on!
Bring it!
"Fong Ching, break a leg!"
"Fong Ching, break a leg.
Fong Ching number one."
"Dear Fong Ching, break a leg"
"Fong Ching, break a leg!
We all support you."
Are you ready? It's time.
"Fong Ching's dressing room"
He's here!
Okay!
I don't really know what to say...
We may only have one show,
but I know
we'll all give our best shot.
3, 2, 1. Good Show!
You're the best!
Good Show!
What's up with you?
I don't know...
I just feel so excited!
I never thought
we would actually make a star!
And I'm a part of it!
Alright, alright!
"Fong Ching"
"The Sunnies"
"Fong Ching"
"Once Live in Hong Kong"
"Once"
Good luck!
- Good show!
- Okay.
Good show!
"Fong Ching"
Let's go!
Fong Ching...
Thank you.
I never told you that
when I was 10,
I got into
a community singing contest
for the first time.
I remember it so well
not because I won,
but because my dad,
normally a taciturn person,
applauded me all night.
He said,
"I never knew you're so good at it!"
Some time later, something happened,
and we were separated
for a long time.
A very, very long time.
I know he's here tonight.
This is the first time he sees me
perform live after those years.
I hope I didn't disappoint.
After this concert, I'm going to
spend some time in Korea.
I hope I'll see you all again soon.
This next song
will be my last for the night.
This is my first attempt
at the lyrics,
and I see it as a gift
to those I love.
"This long journey, which way to go"
"For my future I strive and fight"
"Never mind all the sweat,
nor will I cry my tears"
Piercing my heart with regret"
"is a pointless thought"
"So I let go"
"A silent promise I swear to keep"
"Don't ever look back
or guilt will hold you down"
"I heard time is like a thief"
"it can steal all that you love"
"Can't let it beat me down"
"Letting go means
keeping it deep in my heart"
"My love,"
"so it won't get drowned
in this sea full of people"
"Can't leave behind my past,
I still know my way back"
"In this darkness,
you are my shining star"
"I might have to deal with
my regret and pain"
"My love,
so I turn it into blessing"
"Forever"
"Like sunrise, forever"
"Wish I could stop
and turn back time"
"If I never said bye,
then I wouldn't have to leave"
"Hold your hands tight
from here on out,"
"yet I just can't say
those few words out"
"I stand still and tremble"
"Letting go means
keeping it deep in my heart"
"My love,"
"so it won't get drowned
in this sea full of people"
"Can't leave behind my past,
I still know my way back"
"In this darkness,
you are my shining star"
"I might have to deal with
my regret and pain"
"My love,
so I turn it into blessing"
"Forever"
"Like sunrise, forever"
"I can never let it go"
"Your companionship, your care,
and your patience"
"You're always there,"
"come rain or come shine"
"Forever"
"Come what may, forever"
Here, Fong Ching,
please look this way.
- The show was amazing.
- Thank you.
- Truly stunning.
- Thank you.
Fong Ching, please look this way.
This way, please.
Hin?
This way.
Let me take you
to the dressing room.
Please look this way, thank you.
Also this side.
Please look this way.
Have a seat.
I'll ask Mei-fung to come over.
Thank you.
Mommy...
Great show, mom.
I'm so proud of you.
Everything. All of it.
Let me give you a hand.
Thank you.
Don't worry.
We'll keep the room as it is.
I promise
I won't put anything in it.
Thanks.
But I'll probably look for
my own place
when I'm back.
Come on, man.
Take this with you.
Make sure you have
enough warm clothes.
He can get them in Korea.
Just take it.
Thanks, Mei-fung.
Hey,
this is for you.
It wasn't me.
Samantha's cousin
bought it in Japan.
It got me through my exams,
so it should be useful.
Remember to feed the fish.
Don't you worry.
I'll help you with these.
Let's go.
We'll take care of him.
Thank you.
Yeah, just trust us.
Have a good trip.
Yeah, thank you.
"Realizing there is
never enough space"
"So I spend a day"
Have a good trip.
"to live at my own pace"
"Realizing all efforts
do go in vain"
"So I spend a day
to reflect on my thoughts"
Come back soon.
"Too much gone away,"
- I should go now.
- "too little remains"
"So I spend a day
to feel all that I love"
"In this sea of people"
"Some might drift,
and some might drown"
"In the battle of love"
"Some might win,
and some might lose"
"Only then do I
find my one true love"
"We can write all the poems"
"We can sleep all the hours"
"Time makes us take in all the dull"
"and dear moments in life"
"All the misfortunes,
all the surprises"
"So I must keep going
till I find my love"
That was Fong Ching's cover
of the song that made him
what he is today,
"One Thing Only Today."
I'm sure we all know that
today is the day
Fong Ching leaves for Korea.
His fans probably
only have one thing in mind today,
and that is to bid their farewell.
I heard that the airport is
already full of people now.
For someone
who debuted not long ago,
it's truly remarkable.
You can even say it's a miracle.
For those of you listening,
if there's only one thing
for you to do today,
what would it be?
This way.
Hello!
- This one?
- Yeah, after you.
Be careful.