Sniper Butterfly (2025) s01e22 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 22=
(If the paperwork goes through,)
(you can head out
when sophomore year starts.)
(The exchange program lasts two years.)
(You're still young.)
(You really should)
(get out more,)
(and open up your mind)
(and your horizons.)
(It will help you a lot.)
Just you?
Li Wu.
Seriously, what are the odds?
My mom just helped me apply
to a school in the US,
and you already got an exchange spot.
Looks like I'm not going alone anymore.
Oh, right.
What do you think of this phone?
Aren't you already using the newest one?
Why buy another?
It is for Wen.
She is still using
her old high school phone.
The battery dies all the time.
So I bought her a new one.
Once I am in the US,
it will make video calls easier.
You two.
Do you want to
get some shaved ice?
Shaved ice?
Yeah.
Come on.
You guys go ahead.
I'll pass.
Alright.
We are heading out then.
Let's go.
(Are you busy?)
(A little.)
(What is it?)
(Can you come home for dinner tonight?)
(I will try.)
(Try?)
(Maybe?)
(Alright.)
- Jin, something is going on with you.
- Jin, something is going on with you.
What do you mean?
You have been staring at your screen
and smiling
ever since a moment ago.
And you look sneaky about it.
We all saw it.
I can't smile
while chatting with a friend?
Let's look over the poster proposal.
I have plans tonight.
I don't want to work overtime.
I can't finish it anyway.
I don't want to work overtime either.
Then, hurry up.
It smells so good.
What is the occasion today?
This is a lot of food.
I made everything you like to eat.
Really?
Here.
Didn't you say
they were all things I like?
I cut it as small as I could.
You can hardly taste it.
I don't want it.
Give me a second.
Pick them out cleanly
or I won't have anything to eat.
Okay.
Is this okay now?
Yes.
What is this?
What is it?
You cheat.
Drink your soup.
What?
(Wen: Cheng Rui told me)
(you are going to Penn
as an exchange student.)
(Congrats.)
(You get to be)
(with Cheng Rui again.)
What is it?
So
There is a paper.
It passed the journal review.
That is amazing.
What reward do you want?
I want you to eat everything.
Impossible.
Pick another.
I'll celebrate your birthday this year.
My birthday?
We didn't spend it together last year.
Such a pity.
Let's do it this year.
Come here for a second.
So can I
look forward
to this year's gift?
No?
Yes?
Eat.
(Phuket)
Hello?
Hello.
Are you Li Wu's sister,
Cen Jin?
I am.
I am a teacher
from Li Wu's school.
My surname is Zhang.
Do you have some time
to talk?
Yes.
Drink a little.
I am not drinking.
Then why come to me
looking all gloomy?
I just met with
Li Wu's dean.
His dean?
What happened?
Your face is not the face
of someone who heard good news.
Li Wu gave up
his exchange spot in the US.
What?
The school arranged
for him to go to Penn.
He told the school he is not going.
His dean
wants me to talk to him again,
so he doesn't
give up the chance to go.
This storyline sounds
a little familiar.
It's just like the time
he changed his college preference.
What are you going to do?
If I knew what to do,
I would not be sitting here.
Back then, he probably gave up
Huaqing for me too.
He's about to refuse
another amazing opportunity.
I feel like
my worst fear
is still happening.
I've become
the person who's holding him back.
But he's still so young.
There's such a big world out there
waiting for him
to explore and experience.
His life
shouldn't be only about love.
He shouldn't give things up
just because of me.
Are you regretting it?
What would you do if you were me?
To be honest,
I really don't know
what the right move is.
First of all, I wouldn't
take on a responsibility
this big all by myself.
I think you're overthinking.
You think about him in everything.
You're planning out his whole future.
But when it comes to life,
we can't walk
someone else's path for them.
We also can't predict how it'll go.
Have you ever thought about this?
Maybe Li Wu's willing to give up
that bigger world you talk about
because it's you.
But if I'm like this,
doesn't that make me selfish?
How are you selfish?
You treat him so well.
Yes, from your point of view,
it might look like he's losing
the chance
to see the world because of you.
Maybe that feels selfish to you.
But what about Li Wu?
Do you know how he feels?
If he really loves you,
he'll face everything in life
together with you.
He'll face that bigger world too.
Why don't you go talk to Li Wu?
Things aren't as
complicated as you think.
I wish
it were that simple.
Yeah.
It's always easier to talk
when it's someone else's life.
I'm heading out.
Where're you going?
To my parents' place.
Take it slow then.
- Bye.
- Bye.
You should've
invited Wu
to come over too.
I haven't seen him in so long.
Last time,
he took such good care of you,
and we didn't even get to thank him.
He's been busy at school lately.
Then great.
Once his exams are over,
invite him over.
I'll cook something nice for him.
Dad.
Jin.
Stay home tonight, alright?
No one's been using this room.
It gets dusty easily.
Later, I'll change the sheets for you.
It's okay.
I'll change them myself in a bit.
If you're free,
just come back more often.
Whenever you're home,
the whole place feels livelier.
You've had a lot on your plate.
You've worked pretty hard too.
Luckily,
a lot of things have been settled.
And the tasks
you needed to finish
are all done now.
And Wu
After two years in Yi City,
he's started college now.
You can finally relax a little.
With you and Mom around,
I've always felt relaxed.
You two,
come have some fruit.
Coming.
Go eat some fruit.
I'll pass, Dad.
I don't eat sweets at night.
Alright then.
(Sister.)
(It's Li Wu)
(Sorry to bother you.)
(I'll work hard.)
(I won't let you down.)
(Don't worry.)
(Everything will
get better from now on.)
(Will it?)
(It will. I promise.)
♪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♪
You're back.
What's all this?
What do you think?
You're going to the US?
Why?
You're still pretending you don't know?
I've been waiting these past few days
for you to tell me
why you gave up
your exchange spot.
Why did I have to hear it
from your teacher instead?
Actually,
I never planned to go from the start.
Before you made that decision,
you didn't think
you needed to talk to me?
Or is it that
you still don't trust me?
No, I
I was just scared.
Scared of what?
Scared that we'd be apart.
Or scared that I'd fall out of love?
With distance
comes change
Aren't you
worried about that too?
So you don't care at all?
If you go to the US,
will you fall out of love?
Of course not.
And I won't either.
What are you worried about?
Won't you miss me?
If you leave,
of course, I'll hate being apart.
But that feeling
is nothing compared
to your future.
And I'll do
everything I can
to stay by your side.
I already reached out
to a friend who works in the US.
His company happens to be hiring.
He's already referred
my resume internally.
KS is a well-known
advertising agency in the industry.
It's the dream of countless advertisers.
So, you're going to the US
because of me?
We can choose
our future life together.
Isn't that right?
Yes.
Where's your exchange school?
It's in
Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania
Philadelphia.
Can you still
contact the school now?
It should be.
It is.
My offer letter's in New York.
(New York, US)
Let me check something.
(Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
United States)
It's only a little
over two hours by car.
Not far at all.
Let me look into where to rent
in New York.
Check the places near your school.
(Searching apartments)
What's wrong?
Nothing.
It's just
You included me
in all your plans for the future.
Thank you, Sister.
(Yijiang University
Academic Affairs Office)
(Yijiang University 2018 Fall Exchange
Program Supplemental Admission List)
(Send to a friend)
(Sister)
(Send to Sister)
(Sending image)
(Find a day this week,)
(and we'll go)
(get your visa)
(and passport done.)
(We'll prepare)
(the essentials.)
(Okay, we'll go together.)
My resignation paperwork is almost done.
I've also booked the visa interview.
My passport should be ready in a week.
Okay.
So
Where're we going next?
We have a lot to do today.
First, we need to open
an international bank account.
Then, we'll go buy things.
Okay.
Let's go.
What're you looking at?
Before we leave,
I want to help my parents
find a reliable housekeeper.
Once we go abroad,
we'll be gone for at least half a year.
I can't just
count on Chun Chang for everything.
True.
Let me help you check.
Did you finish packing?
Pretty much.
You're only taking
this little clothing?
I can buy new ones abroad.
No need to bring the old stuff.
You like getting new things?
Yeah.
I do like new things.
You'd better treat me well.
Otherwise,
I'll declutter you too.
Then I'll just cling to you.
Right,
when you have time,
let's buy some basic meds.
A lot of medicine abroad
needs a prescription.
It's inconvenient and pricey.
Okay.
Once we finish
all this mess,
I'll go finalize my resignation.
I'll hand the tasks over.
Then, I'll be done.
Get some rest.
I'll go wash up.
Good night.
Good night.
The US
It's really far.
(Yi City AusStar Advertising Co., Ltd.)
Alright, don't walk me out.
Do well out there.
Don't embarrass me.
Please. You guys
better not embarrass me.
Jin.
Take care.
If you need anything,
just call for me anytime.
Take care.
What're you two whispering about?
Don't hide things from me.
I'm off.
Jin, bye.
- Bye.
- Bye.
Bye.
(Security Office)
Who're you looking for?
I'm looking for Li Wu in 202.
Who're you to him?
I'm his
girlfriend.
Li Wu?
You'll need to sign in.
Alright.
(Cen Jin)
♪Light declares a brand-new day♪
Who is it?
I'm looking for Li Wu.
Wait.
Hold on.
Let me put on some clothes first.
♪Saying good morning♪
What brings you here?
I wrapped up my resignation yesterday.
I'm a free agent now.
Why didn't you send me a message?
I wanted to surprise you.
It's rare that I don't have work today.
Let's go on a date.
Date
Go where?
I'm not prepared for anything.
Anywhere's fine.
I want to see
what your day feels like.
Why're you sitting in the back?
I
- No way.
- I sit up front for class.
Let's move up. It's fine.
Really, no.
Come on, hurry.
Sit here.
Come on.
Hurry.
♪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♪
♪The route to the future♪
♪Went around and around♪
♪Heart maintains a sense of direction♪
♪Let love rotate freely♪
♪I'm used to having
your morning greetings♪
Go for it!
♪Into the simplest things♪
♪I'm used to having your good nights♪
♪Remember to come home on time♪
♪I made your favorite♪
♪Dinner♪
Campus life is really nice.
I haven't felt this relaxed in so long.
Yeah.
It is a good place.
Too bad we're about to leave.
Li Wu,
will you miss it?
As long as I'm with you,
there's nothing I can't let go of.
Why're you walking so fast?
It's still early.
Didn't you want to see
what my day is like?
Then, we follow my schedule.
Why're you rushing?
Because
only if I do this
can I reach home before you.
Li Wu.
Where're you going?
Is this our teacher?
She's my girlfriend.
Sorry.
I thought
she was one of our professors.
I was wondering
when we got
such a pretty teacher.
Hi.
I'm in the same class as Li Wu.
I'm Liu Ying.
Hi, junior.
But no need to be so polite.
You're making it sound like
I'm one generation older.
I don't want to
take advantage of you.
You graduated from our school, too?
Yes, New Media.
So you're a senior!
Nice to meet you.
Me too.
Li Wu, you're trendy, huh?
You're dating an older girl.
Tell me,
if I go wait
by the middle school gate,
do you think I can snag
a boyfriend like you?
Senior, you think I can pull it off?
How's she supposed to answer that?
I'm the one who snagged her first.
Let's go.
Not bad.
You deserve a reward.
Sister.
Thanks for coming today.
It made me really happy.
You're welcome.
Being with someone I like
makes me happy too.
This is the first time
you've said you like me.
That reward you mentioned before
Does it still count?
♪A butterfly flapping its wings♪
♪Breaking through the cocoon
that once bound it♪
♪Through wind, frost, rain, and snow,
we endure the trials of love♪
Go to sleep.
♪If love has a deadline♪
♪Just drag it out♪
♪Make any end stretch into eternity♪
♪Changing out of the heavy clothes♪
♪Strolling through the amusement park
of life♪
Good night.
Good night.
♪When the shooting stars pass by♪
♪Secretly made a wish♪
♪From now on,
you'll always be by my side♪
♪Year after year♪
♪If love has no deadline♪
♪Constant romance♪
♪Cowardice no longer matters to me♪
♪Even if there are rumors♪
♪Holding you is the answer♪
♪Love is a pause button for time♪
♪If love has a deadline♪
♪No matter how far♪
♪Try to cherish it a bit more♪
♪Thank you for appearing♪
♪Lighting up my darkness♪
♪Love has no deadline♪
Mr. Shen.
These are the files
from the last project.
Congrats.
Your internship is over.
You invited me
to your girlfriend's birthday party.
I was thinking
we could use the chance
to send you off properly.
Then, you suddenly canceled it.
I hadn't booked the tickets yet.
And her birthday
is after we leave.
So I figured
we'd celebrate once we're abroad.
Then, how about dinner
sometime later?
Might not make it in time.
I still have plans
with Cheng Rui and Wen later.
Then I need to stop by the bar.
We ordered a bunch of party supplies,
and they were delivered there.
I should pick them up.
Alright.
Take care of yourself in the US.
Stay in touch.
I will.
Thank you, Mr. Shen,
for looking out for me all this time.
Your internship's over.
No need to call me Mr. Shen.
Call me Shen, or Yiyang.
Either is fine.
Not sure Cheng Rui would agree.
Don't listen to him.
Listen to me.
Alright.
Then, I'll get going.
Safe travels.
I'm off.
Yiyang.
Aren't you two gonna help?
Seriously, you two?
Bro, can you be a little careful?
How did someone with your service level
survive working
at a milk tea shop?
Paid service
isn't the same as volunteer work.
What?
You giving me a tip?
Come on then.
My tongue just took a bullet.
Is yours good?
Let me try yours.
I already drank from it.
It's fine.
It's not like I mind you.
Ever thought maybe
he's the one minding you?
Wow, really nice of you.
Like I care.
Who knows when
we'll next
sit here like this.
But it's fine.
Once I pass TOEFL,
I'm going to the US.
Then, we can travel the world
side by side again.
Your mom picked schools
for you, right?
They're all near L.A.
That's almost four thousand kilometers
from Li Wu.
Five to six hours by plane.
That far?
Doesn't matter.
At least we'll still be standing
on the same land.
Why not say the whole world's
standing on the same land then?
What's your problem?
Why do you keep raining on me?
Stabbing me right in the heart?
I'm stating facts.
As if.
You're just tearing me down.
I When did I?
Can you two stop arguing?
He means you, stop yelling.
No, he clearly means you.
You're the one making noise.
I'm making noise?
You're yelling.
- You've been roasting me nonstop.
- You're embarrassing me.
And you're pointing at me?
- I grabbed your milk tea for you!
- You still care about face?
Look at you. You're even hitting me now.
I'm pointing
I'll head out now.
Okay.
Li Wu, you're here.
Chun Chang.
Slow day?
I'm picking something up.
Your friend?
Yeah.
She came to see me off.
Why didn't you stay a bit longer?
We already talked.
Didn't you say you were
going to the research institute
to pack your stuff?
Why're you here?
I ordered some party supplies.
Everything got delivered here.
I don't want them taking up space here.
Just leave them here.
No need to take them.
But I
We can't take them with us anyway.
Leave them here.
Chun Chang will definitely use them.
Yeah.
Next month, our bar's
throwing an event.
Li Wu
When you get to the US,
take good care of yourself.
Stay safe, okay?
Okay.
I'll take good care of her too.
That's right.
She comes first.
Oh, right.
Once you're there,
you
Chun Chang.
About my parents
Can you drop by sometimes?
Don't worry.
Your parents are my parents.
Of course, I'll visit.
And with how easy travel is now,
maybe in a few days
I'll pop up in the US.
Alright.
We'll get going then.
Take care.
We're off.
Bye.
Bye. Chun Chang.
Bye.
Once you get there,
if you can't get used
to living in the dorms,
you can rent a place
near campus.
When I finish checking in,
I'll meet you in New York.
By then,
you'll probably have settled in.
They suddenly told me
to start work early.
It messed up my plans.
But once we're there,
we'll both have to settle in anyway.
We won't see each other for a while.
Don't worry.
I already checked.
The place you rented
is only a little over
a two-hour drive from my school.
Once I'm all settled,
I'll get a US driver's license.
Used cars over there are cheap.
When I don't have class on weekends,
I can drive over to see you.
Sounds great.
And I heard there's
Times Square,
the Brooklyn Bridge,
and tons and tons
of amazing art museums.
When we've got the time,
we'll drive over and check them all off.
Aren't there also
a bunch of great foods?
♪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♪