Sniper Butterfly (2025) s01e03 Episode Script

♪The possibility inside the impossible♪
♪Is still hiding in a parallel universe♪
♪I don't have the talent for happiness♪
♪I can only admit it♪
♪There must be some kind
of possibility in my imagination♪
♪That will crush
all impossibilities into dust♪
♪Even if they mock my delusion
and slowness♪
♪My foolishness♪
=Sniper Butterfly=
(Adapted from the Jinjiang Novel
"Sniper Butterfly" by author Qibaosu)
=Episode 3=
Cen Jin.
Cen Jin!
Do you even know what you're doing?
Do you not recognize her?
I do.
Since when are you two so close?
How come I never know?
Can you stop being ridiculous?
I was talking about work just now.
Can't you tell?
What good does it do you
to offend the client?
Do you want the whole team
to clean up after your tantrum?
Princess,
stop living in a bubble.
The world doesn't revolve
around you, okay?
What did you say?
What did I say?
You're a top journalism graduate.
You really don't understand?
Forget it.
Let's take things down a notch.
We'll talk after we cool off.
Wu Fu.
Why do you have to say
such hurtful things?
My health wasn't good recently.
I was down.
We kept fighting,
but we've been together
since college.
After all these years
Cen Jin.
Losing the baby hurts me.
It hurts you?
You think it didn't hurt me?
You're not the only one
who lost a child.
I thought
we could help each other
through this tough time.
Alright, that's enough.
I'm fed up.
I can't keep going anymore.
All these years,
I've been trying
to silence those people
who say I'm not good enough for you.
I've been taking care of you
and your parents' feelings.
(I don't know)
(what I want anymore.)
(Cen Jin,)
(I regret it.)
(I regret not leaving you earlier.)
(At least,)
(I wouldn't have lost the child.)
Sorry.
It's okay.
Sister.
Jin.
Dad, why are you here?
Mr. Cen.
Wu, it's been a while. You've grown taller.
Your mom asked me
to bring something over.
- I'll take it.
- No, it's heavy.
- I'll take it.
- Let Wu carry it.
Yes, let him.
Li Wu, come here.
Put this on the table.
Let me tell you.
There's rice and dishes in here.
Eat while it's hot.
And these
are steamed dumplings
Cen Jin's mom made.
Try them.
Taste this first.
I'm not sure
how far you've gotten
with your revision.
Here's some study material.
(NCEE Must-Do Workbook)
Practice whenever you have time.
Okay.
Thank you, Mr. Cen.
Please sit.
You eat first. I need to talk to Jin.
Alright.
Sit down and eat.
Go on and eat.
Jin, come with me.
Qi's repeat-year program
is the best in Yi City.
I've talked to them.
You can take him over
the day after tomorrow.
Does he need to provide any documents
from his previous school?
Qi said it's fine since he already
graduated from high school.
He contacted someone at Yunfeng.
The paperwork isn't complicated.
Just go to the school
and pick up his student record.
The repeat class
has started.
Take him there
and let him get familiar with the place.
If this boy is really good,
we can't afford to
delay his studies.
You're going back to work
in a few days.
Shouldn't you rest a little longer?
Your health matters the most.
Dad.
Wu Fu and I
might really get divorced.
Can you tell me why?
I think the problem
started long ago.
I just never realized it.
After we lost the baby,
we kept fighting.
But I thought
everything would be fine
after he calmed down.
I didn't expect
he'd been holding so much resentment.
So much so that he wants a divorce.
Jin,
there's no marriage
without conflict.
Happiness takes effort
from both sides.
Both of you need to
accept each other's differences
and have the determination
to move forward together.
Do you still want to continue this
with him?
He's already asked me for a divorce.
What can I do?
But when I imagine
a future
without him,
I don't know how to accept this.
I don't know what to do, Dad.
I honestly don't.
Jin,
this is something
I can't solve for you.
Marriage is a choice made by two people.
But don't let this
make you
doubt yourself.
Life won't always go smoothly.
If work drains you, you can quit.
If marriage hurts you,
you can end it.
What matters is the courage to choose.
Of course,
you must
be responsible
for whatever you choose.
If there's still a chance,
try to work it out.
If not,
there's no need
to drag each other down.
Divorce isn't a small matter.
Think carefully.
But whatever happens,
your mom and I will always be here.
Alright.
I should get going.
Take care of yourself.
The food your mom
prepared is in the fridge.
Remember to eat.
I will.
Since Li Wu is staying here,
it's a bit inconvenient.
Why not let him stay with me?
I can tutor him
when I'm free.
It's okay.
Mom's still mad at me.
Better not send him over.
He'll be going to school
in a couple of days anyway.
All right, then.
Remember
to call
your mom.
Sometimes,
she gets anxious
and says harsh things,
but she means well.
She just worries you're not doing well.
All right.
Okay. I'm off.
See you, Mr. Cen.
(Conference Room)
(Sampling Data Analysis.
Waste Recycling)
(The Future Has Arrived)
And that's our proposal so far.
The slogan "The Future Has Arrived"
fits our brand concept quite well.
Sorry, may I ask something?
Is the data
we're using for field research
based on old statistics from online?
If it's not up to date,
how can we ensure
it's actually feasible?
Mr. Li, I think
there's a misunderstanding.
The charts from the nursing homes
just now
came from
several visits we made
over the past few days.
They're from real field research.
With such limited
data scenarios,
can the product's full applicability
really be shown?
Don't worry.
As long as we have enough time,
we definitely won't limit
the data demonstration
to nursing homes alone.
We'll add more scenarios later.
Alright. Thank you for putting
this proposal together
in such a short time.
Overall, we're quite satisfied.
But if you can refine it
a bit more afterward,
it'll be better.
Computing power
is the core of our system.
Can we highlight that more?
Computing power
is hard to use as a selling point.
It's unfamiliar
to most users.
Advertising needs
to grab instant attention.
But the core of our system is
Alright.
Let's proceed with it.
Looking forward to
the next proposal.
Thank you.
We'll get it done as soon as possible.
Sure.
(Tongchen-Shengcan
Project Group)
(Okay. Revising now.)
(Tongchen Updated Data.
Energy-saving Devices and Others)
(I tapped Gin, but no response.)
(Energy Management and Optimization
Advertising Direction)
(Li)
(Tongchen-Shengcan
Project Group)
(Wu tapped me, but no response.)
(Is there something you need, Mr. Li?)
(Tongchen-Shengcan
Project Group)
(Customization)
(Chun Chang Baby)
(What are you doing, Jin?)
(Come by and try the new menu.)
(I'm working late.)
(I've got no energy and no time.)
Who's working you this hard
at this hour?
Slave driver?
Which client?
(Li Wu.)
(Li Wu)
Hello?
What's going on?
When did he come back?
How did he end up being your client?
He's a partner at the client's company.
A partner? What company?
What do they do?
Artificial Intelligence.
AI Environmental technology.
I'm coming over.
I swear that brat is up to no good.
Stop it.
I don't have time for this.
You see,
he came looking for you
for a collaboration.
Is that a coincidence or a coincidence?
I don't know.
And I don't want to know.
I just want to get this done.
Fine. Finish your work first.
When you're free,
I'll come gossip.
Alright.
Bye-bye.
(Meeting at 9 AM tomorrow.)
(Okay!)
Li Wu.
Mr. Li.
A meeting at nine in the morning?
That's too much. Can everyone get up?
I'm going to Brother Yiyang's lab
at eleven.
And you have a meeting this afternoon.
We're only free in the morning.
Weren't you the one rushing us?
Who are you calling "brother"?
Taking advantage, huh?
You're heartless. I can't be.
I don't want Ms. Cen Jin
to think badly of me.
Everyone must be tired.
Let's get coffee.
Up to you.
What should I order?
Everything on the menu?
Get a few Americanos.
Good morning.
Good morning, Ms. Cen Jin.
I'm sorry
to make you come so early.
We had no other choice.
Our afternoon schedule is packed.
It's fine. That's normal.
Mr. Cheng.
Thanks.
The coffee you ordered.
Great. Thanks.
Have some coffee first.
Okay.
You've all worked hard.
The coffee is on Mr. Li.
I'm good, thanks.
Jin, this one is hot.
Thank you.
Mr. Cheng.
Thank you.
Let's begin.
Sure.
Based on
the revised direction from last time,
I'll briefly introduce
the three keywords
of our latest version.
They are
Smart and efficient.
Adoption of the newest technology
to reach management goals quickly.
Multi-Scenario.
The Cloud system applies
not only to industrial parks
but can also open up commercial
and everyday environment areas.
That's all for my presentation.
Any comments?
Very good.
I don't have problems with the proposal.
Please sit.
To be honest,
we were on a tight schedule.
I had some worries,
but this turned out very thorough.
Not only did you
solve the earlier issues,
but you also laid out
each follow-up step clearly.
Actually, I still have
The proposal's approved.
We'll make other amendments
as we go.
Okay.
What's the next session
to start with?
Can we confirm
the contract details?
Yes.
We can confirm
the contract details now.
Sure.
Sorry to interrupt the meeting.
I've got something urgent.
This is
our other partner, Yi.
Hello.
We can discuss
the contract later.
Sure.
Lu Tong,
you can head back.
Jin, are you worried?
It felt like the guy who came in earlier
interrupted us on purpose.
If the contract isn't signed,
things could change.
I'm going back to double-check.
You head back first.
Alright.
Don't stay late.
Bye-bye, Jin.
Can two of you explain this to me?
The application we have
Please wait a moment.
Is enough for the market demand.
Why do we have to spend money
on upgrades
and marketing?
Technology isn't just talk
or an idea.
We need funds.
Li Wu, what's gotten into you?
You just got back, and you're
already stirring things up.
Can't we focus on
keeping what we have running first?
Let's think about growing the business
before anything else.
I know you have ideals.
We all do.
But ideals
aren't our priority right now.
I didn't come up with this
right after I came back.
I've had this plan for a long time.
Our current system
has a lot of room to improve.
Once we upgrade it,
we can secure a much bigger market.
Who says new and advanced things
are what the market wants?
Ms. Cen, I'm sorry.
Mr. Li and Mr. Cheng
are still in a meeting.
Maybe you can wait
in Mr. Li's office.
Even though the cost goes up,
Okay.
- the demand will rise too.
- Please come with me.
And our potential client base
will grow as well.
Technology and business
go hand in hand.
He has a point, Yi.
Li Wu is only
trying to expand
Please wait a moment.
Sure. Thank you.
(Honor Certificate.
Green Technology Innovation Award)
(International Environment Protection
Internship Program)
(Outstanding Graduate 2021)
(Tongchen Start-up 2022)
(Outstanding Graduate 2021)
Is this from
when you and your partners
first started the company?
Yes.
It's only been a few years,
and you've achieved so much.
You're impressive.
What's the matter?
We've been doing our best
to support
Tongchen's idea,
but the contract isn't moving forward.
- Is there any chance
- That's what you came here for?
We've put a lot of resources
into this project.
Naturally, we hope for a fair return.
Putting in effort doesn't mean
you get something back.
Isn't that how a lot of things work?
Li Wu,
do you not want to work with me?
Sorry?
I feel like
you're holding something against me.
If the project isn't moving forward
because of me,
I can step out.
You're making a meal of this.
Good then.
I won't bother you further.
Hope we can work smoothly from here on.
Jin,
you're back.
What's wrong?
You look terrible.
I can't push it through.
What's the first rule
in our company?
Always look on the bright side.
Did you forget?
There's no bright side for me
in this project.
What's that supposed to mean?
How about this?
My case
just wrapped up.
I'll take over this project,
and you'll support me?
Alright.
That's settled then.
No matter what,
we can't let all our effort
go to waste, okay?
Ladies,
Tongchen's contract is here.
If the legal team approves it,
we can sign the contract.
Really?
What did I just say?
Always look on the bright side.
You're always worrying over nothing.
Alright. Get back to work.
Okay.
You can have your assistant
look through it again.
If there's any issue,
let me know.
Sure.
I looked it over.
It's all right.
Thank you so much.
It's what I'm supposed to do.
Why are you here?
Mr. Li,
weren't you testing the system?
You weren't here earlier.
Ms. Shen will be fully in charge
from here on.
I'm looking forward
to our collaboration.
Yes.
I'm looking forward
to our collaboration.
Me too.
You're going upstairs alone?
Drive safely on your way back.
Okay. I'm off.
- Bye-bye.
- Bye.
What are you doing here?
I can't come?
You left the project.
You really don't want to see me?
Did you drink?
So what?
Do I need your permission for that?
It's late.
You should go home.
We can talk
when you sober up.
You're still the same
after so many years.
You decide everything on your own.
Never give anyone a chance.
I don't understand
what you're talking about.
Who said she'd be responsible
for Tongchen's project?
We only switch
the person in charge.
It doesn't affect the progress.
Did you ever ask me?
I'm the project leader.
Did it even cross your mind
to check with me?
Or am I just that insignificant?
Just why?
Every time, the one who decides
whether to leave or stay
is always you.
♪I pretended to be quiet♪
♪Only because I fear I'd miss you again♪
♪I wait stubbornly,
hiding the past in the corner♪
♪The words at my ear feel like a spell♪
Looks like you haven't been lonely
these past years.
Of course.
One should live better and happier.
Right.
♪I look toward your silhouette♪
♪Memories flicker in silence♪
I thought
I'd hear a different answer.
♪Waves of time surge on♪
So what happened back then
didn't affect you at all.
♪Stirring my heartbeat and pulse♪
(Mathematics)
Do you have all your test papers ready?
Bring those
with high scores.
No need to bring everything.
I brought them all.
Are you silly?
Anything below 120
doesn't need to go.
Forget it.
Just bring all of them.
Good or bad, they're still yours.
It's more real this way.
Okay.
Let's go to the school.
Do you like this place?
I do.
You're meeting the teacher soon.
Nervous?
A little.
No need to be.
Just answer
whatever he asks.
If the teacher asks you
about your math,
what will you say?
Average.
You need to sound more confident
when talking to a teacher.
What should I say?
I went through your papers.
Your math is pretty good.
I think it's your best subject.
My best is physics.
See? That sounds confident.
The admission teacher
is a math teacher.
He's trained
a lot of Olympiad champions.
Li Wu,
have you lied before?
"Math is my favorite subject."
Would you
say something like this?
My favorite is physics.
Alright.
I'm going to Shanghai next week
for training.
Mr. Qi, I'm heading to class.
Okay. Go ahead.
Excuse me.
Sorry to bother you.
I'm here to look for
You're Cen's daughter, right?
Come on in.
Come in.
Did you bring the student?
Yes, Mr. Qi.
Is it him?
You're Li Wu?
Hello, Mr. Qi.
Hello.
Good.
Tall boy.
Looks neat.
You've looked around
the school just now,
didn't you?
How is it?
Do you want to study here?
Yes.
Mr. Qi,
my dad told me
your classes
were always the top
back when you taught
at Yi City High School,
and also now at Yingcai High School.
If he could study under you,
he'd definitely make great progress.
Your dad exaggerates.
He told me about the boy's situation.
With his grades,
getting in is no problem.
The repeat-year program
in Yingcai High School
ranks first in the city.
We place students into classes
based on their NCEE results
[National College Entrance Examination]
There's a Rocket Class
and a Talent Class.
Of course,
the better classes
tend to have
a stronger study atmosphere.
The problem is
that he doesn't have NCEE results.
Are there other students
in a similar situation?
There are,
but not many.
Here's what we'll do.
On Monday,
take him to complete the admission
and dormitory procedures first.
Then the school
will arrange a placement test
for students like him.
We'll assign him to a class
based on the results.
Alright.
Li Wu,
I heard you missed a lot
because you were working.
Will you be able to keep up?
I'll do my best.
Good.
Work hard.
By the way,
how's your math?
Just
average.
But I really like math.
I'll work hard.
Good.
I have confidence in you.
Thank you, Mr. Qi.
Didn't you say
physics is the only subject you like?
Math
is a method and tool
for studying physics.
Then why were you arguing with me
and didn't tell me?
I'm I'm sorry.
Why are you apologizing?
Well,
I was joking with you.
Anyway, you've finally
come back to school.
Focus on studying.
If math is average,
then put in more effort.
I will.
You're reporting to school
in a few days.
You didn't bring much luggage.
I'll take you to buy more clothes
to get you started.
I have clothes.
You saw it at school just now.
Uniforms aren't the only thing
students wear.
I don't want your clothes
to draw
unnecessary attention or comments.
Just think of it
as a welcome gift from me.
Too loud.
Hello. Do you have any preferred styles?
I can recommend something.
It's fine.
We'll look around ourselves. Thank you.
This looks nice too.
Basic style.
Try this on.
A minute.
Could you help him try this on?
Thanks.
This way, please.
Hello?
Where are you?
My mom finally left.
I'm at the mall.
Do you remember I told you
about the boy who's starting school?
I'm helping him buy a few clothes.
(499 yuan)
Are your parents still mad at you?
What's the point of being mad?
I'm the one
who should feel hurt about it.
Don't feel that way.
I'll treat you later
to cheer you up.
Bring the boy along.
Sure.
See you later.
He's done, Miss.
Nice.
There's one more.
I tried that one.
It didn't fit.
Try the one I picked.
Here.
(799 yuan)
Go on.
Turn around.
Look in the mirror.
Miss, you really know how to style.
He looks trendy.
Do you like it?
I think it looks great.
Let's get a pair of shoes too.
This way, please.
What size do you wear?
I
Size 44.
Could you get a pair in size 44?
We're out of stock.
But this style runs wide.
You can try
the 43 first.
If it doesn't fit,
I'll order a pair for you.
How about you try them on?
Thank you.
Walk around. Are they small?
Looks like they're not quite right.
I'll take the 44.
Send them to me when they arrive.
Sure.
Keep the shirt for now.
Let's check out.
Okay. This way, please.
Everything's served. Enjoy your meal.
Thank you.
You're welcome.
Jin!
What?
How are you?
I was so worried about you.
It's only been a few days.
Are you really fine?
I'm fine.
Good. Sit.
Is this the boy?
He's good-looking.
Hello.
I'm Chun Chang.
You can call me Chun Chang.
Li Wu.
Chun Chang.
You're handsome.
How've you been these two days?
Couldn't eat or sleep, right?
No.
Really?
Okay then.
Eat more.
Get chubbier.
And good immunity.
True.
Why aren't you eating, Li Wu?
These just came out fresh.
They're really good.
- You should eat more.
- Thank you.
Alright.
Oh right.
I have a really good lawyer friend.
Do you want me to recommend him to you?
No need.
I can handle things as they are.
Really?
What about you?
What did your mom come for this time?
What else could it be?
To set me up with someone.
Again?
I'm scared of getting married.
You're my warning example.
You use me as your excuse, huh?
Eating with a young man
is really a feast for the eyes.
He's a kid. Don't tease him.
What kid?
He's already an adult.
You're cute.
You blush right away when I make a joke.
Li Wu,
why is your face so red?
What's wrong?
Are you
feeling unwell?
I think so.
Let's get you to the hospital.
Get up.
Bill, please.
Lean on me.
Careful.
♪Light declares a brand-new day♪
♪Yesterday's scenes♪
♪Begin to repeat again♪
♪Saying good morning♪
♪Stars accompany the night♪
♪Countless sleepless times♪
♪Your "good night"♪
♪Calms all my unease♪
♪The wind seems to have fallen♪
♪Flowers bloom with smiling faces♪
♪Butterflies linger♪
♪So romantic♪
♪Without noticing♪
♪I found where my heartbeat began♪
♪It started long ago♪
♪Sorry I arrived late♪
♪I'm used to having
your morning greetings♪
♪Turning all hardships♪
♪Into the simplest things♪
♪I'm used to having your good nights♪
♪Afraid life is too short♪
♪Gone in the blink of an eye♪
♪What should I do♪
♪Loving every good morning
and good night with you♪
♪Writing our days♪
♪Into great little ordinary moments♪
♪Maybe sometimes we'll drift apart♪
♪Remember to come home on time♪
♪I made your favorite♪
♪Dinner♪