[Memory of Encaustic Tile] EP01 | Joyful Highschool Life with My Childhood Sweethearts | YOUKU
♪The bicycle bell rings and takes me back to the alley I saw in my dream♪ ♪I invite the sunlight to traverse the morning fog and breeze with me♪ ♪Riding my bike, trying to catch up to the fleeting youth♪ ♪The Forbidden City made from red walls and encaustic tiles in my memory♪
♪Unlike the hustle and bustle of everyday life♪ ♪It’s quaint and peaceful♪ ♪Throughout the ordinary and extraordinary four seasons♪ ♪Some words are just like seeds♪ ♪Growing in our youth, changing our future♪ ♪Who can understand the silence in our hearts?♪ ♪We once thought our dreams were somewhere far away♪
♪We wanted to grow up as soon as possible♪ ♪Some waited while some traveled♪ ♪How far away is our future?♪ ♪Now, each of us♪ ♪Has gone through a lot♪ ♪We have grown up♪ ♪Finally confirming that love is faith♪ ♪There’s no need to wander anymore♪ ♪The questions we asked back then♪ ♪Have been answered gradually♪
♪Through the passing of time♪ ♪Who had pursued their dreams and left no regrets behind?♪ ♪Returning to this place in the end♪ ♪Returning♪ ♪To the place that I’ve always loved♪ ♪We once thought our dreams were somewhere far away♪ ♪We wanted to grow up as soon as possible♪ ♪Finally confirming that love is faith♪
♪There’s no need to wander anymore♪ [Memory of Encaustic Tile] [Adapted from Beifeng Sanbaili’s original novel “Memory of Encaustic Tile”] [Episode 1] [The Youngsters’ Craving for Food] Are we there yet? Didn’t you come here before? I came here when I was a little girl. I couldn’t remember it clearly. We’re almost there. Let’s go.
We’re here. This is it. [2002. 11. 23] [Liuli Hutong] [Liuli Restaurant] [Ouyang Print Shop] Mother of God! What? Whose mother were you talking about? Mother of God! The phone! Who called us this early in the morning? It’s from the Restoration Department. They said the caliduct cracked after it froze.
[Good Fortune] The water is spilling everywhere. They told us to take a look. Is it serious? I don’t know. Hurry and change. Xue, deal with breakfast yourself, okay? Did they tell you which division was leaking? They didn’t. I don’t know. Please don’t let it be our division. Silk is very fragile.
It won’t be able to stand the dampness. Sunian, we might not be able to return by this afternoon. You… That’s right. I’ll buy my own food. By the way, don’t forget to take care of… You mean Xue? Leave her to me. Okay. Let’s go. Okay. Understood. We’ll head there immediately. Lin.
Stop fiddling around. Hurry up. What’s the matter? The caliduct in the Restoration Department cracked due to the low temperature. They told us to take a look. Hurry and get dressed. What? Hurry up. Wear it yourself. Mom! What? Mom, can you tie my hair up before you leave? I have no time.
Just leave it like this. Lock the cabinet for me. It’s so cold. Goodbye. Take care. Baby, close the door, okay? The snow is so heavy. No one can steal Zhao Ling’er away from me. Mom. Mom! Don’t hit her! She’s your future daughter-in-law! Mom. [Conan] I’m glad it’s still here. [Shao Xue’s Home]
Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Tell me. Who’s the fairest girl of them all? It’s Lin Shiyin. You’re a great magic mirror. Comrades, the adults are gone. It’s time for us to act. Sunian! You’ve gained weight again. It’s because I’m wearing many layers beneath. Let’s go. Zhang Qi! Zhang Qi, open the door! It’s so cold! I’m in the toilet! Just stop being lazy! Xue! Xue! Shiyin. Girl, are we experiencing the same season? Girl, are we in the same age group? How could a pretty girl like me
Wear long johns like you? My mother told me to wear it. I forgot to invite Wu Huan. Coming! Who told you to come? Me! Hurry and come in. Okay, hurry up. [Bronzeware Division] You can finish repairing it soon, right? Yeah. Master. Have some hot tea and warm your body up.
It’s fine for our bodies to be frozen. But, don’t let these wares be frozen. Yes, sir. Master, I think we’re not that busy today. So, do you want to have lamb hotpot together with me this afternoon? It can warm your body. I don’t want you to be sick. Okay? Forget it.
Maybe next time. Next time. Alright then. Why don’t you return home for today? You can rest at home. It’s too cold here. I… I’ll stay here. I’m alone when I return home. It makes no difference to me. Fine. If so, let me keep you company. [Calligraphy Division] Master,
You should use the hot water bag to warm your hands. What’s going on? The caliduct in the lacquerware division is leaking. They should’ve repaired the ducts in this place long ago. Yes, sir. Master, you can return first. I’m here. Even if I return, I have nothing to do. You can return.
Sunian is at home, right? Sunian doesn’t need me to take care of him. He’s very sensible. You shouldn’t worry about him. -I… -Just return home. I’ll go to the lacquerware division and take a look. Stay here, okay? Alright. Master, the snow is pretty thick. The floor is slippery. Be careful.
After I’m done here, I have to rush to the warehouse and take a look. I hope nothing goes wrong. It’ll be fine. The warehouse was installed with a constant temperature system. You shouldn’t be worried for nothing. You’re right. I guess I’m born to worry. Today is the weekend and I’m not at home.
I’m sure that crazy lass is enjoying herself right now. Xue is a big girl now. You shouldn’t say that about her. No matter how old she is, she’ll always be a crazy lass. Comrades, the most sacred moment of our lives is dawning upon us! Do you have to exaggerate?
We’re just having a hotpot. That’s right. We can have a hotpot outside. My treat. That’s different. The first step in growing up is to reap what you sow. Wait. I meant to be self-reliant. Think about it. Isn’t it exciting to do it by ourselves? We’re going against three major rules. No fire,
No knives, and no fooling around. But, we fool around every week. Sunian always made it seem like we were studying together. I was forced to do so. We don’t have much time. Let me allocate the tasks to you guys. Sunian, you’ll be in charge of the vegetables.
Zhang Qi, you’ll be in charge of the meat. What about you? I’m in charge of eating. How about I handle the vegetables together with Sunian? Are the instant noodles done? Just wait a little longer. Wait. I have a question. Don’t tell me this is the pot we’re using? What’s wrong with this pot?
This doesn’t provide any sense of ceremony at all. You can eat it if you like. Go back if you dislike it. I have a pot at home. My father bought a cloisonne pot lately. I’ll bring it here. Let me join you. Tell me early if you guys encounter any problems.
Not bad at all! Let’s move! Let’s go! [Prosperous and Peaceful] Qi! What are you guys doing? We’re in front of the cybercafe. What else do you think we’re doing? Qi, where are you going? I’m going to buy some meat. I’m having a hotpot with my buddies today. Hotpot?
You should join us for a round. I’ll skip. I made them a promise. I have to go. Qi, don’t go! Qi, there’s a very arrogant person inside. He said he’s the best Red Alert player in all of East Second Ring Road. He was bullying us just now!
How dare he say he’s the best Red Alert player in my territory? Let’s go! In the past, Guan Yu slew Hua Xiong while his wine was still warm. Today, I’ll show him what it means to be the best Red Alert player. Just you wait! [Big World Cybercafe] Lettuce. Cabbage. Here’s another one.
This is too obvious. They’ll surely discover it. I’ll use a smaller one then. How about this? Why did you take it out? Good idea. [Lacquerware Division] All of them are drenched. Hurry. Such a pity. I just sprayed it. I have to dry it again tomorrow. I have to withstand that unbearable stench again.
At least it’s usable. Those which are made of old wood are the most delicate. They cannot withstand dampness and they cannot be moved. Why did you move them home if you knew about this? I guess they have an ancient charm to them. Save it. Our daughter
Is going to become an ancient person because of you. People always asked me if Lin Shiyin was our daughter’s real name. Ancient people are great. They’re well-educated and they have a sense of propriety. Where’s the key? My father didn’t tell me where it was before he left. Why don’t you break the glass?
No way. If your dad knows about it, he’ll reprimand you. What should we do then? Do you have a hair clip? You can actually break locks? I learned it from the TV. It looked simple. Who did it? You should follow the righteous path in the future.
You don’t have what it takes to be a crook. What should we do now? We can’t just use Zhang Qi’s instant noodle pot, right? It has no sense of ceremony at all. Do you have a screwdriver lying around? What are you going to do with it? Are you going to break the lock?
Sometimes, you need to look at the problem from another perspective. [Watchmaker Division] Sir, you must be careful with them. It’s okay for the other places to be flooded. But, nothing can happen to these cultural relics. It’ll be fine. Don’t worry. He’s a professional. I guess Sunian inherited the reliability from you. It’s amazing.
Three, two, one. Screwdriver. Sunian, you’re amazing! Now, we only lack the meat from Zhang Qi’s side. [Big World Cybercafe] I’m done for! Not bad, right? I can feel the sense of ceremony now. It’s much better than that instant noodle pot. Of course. Why isn’t Zhang Qi back yet? [Fatty Beef, Mutton slices]
I want five jin of mutton! [Sold Out!] That was the entire situation. So, you said you gave the meat away to the pitiful mother and her son at the roadside? That’s right. A pitiful pair of mother and son standing outside on the cold street, don’t you guys think they are pitiful?
I can’t bear to see them suffer. But, you gave them raw meat. How could they eat that? I’m sure they have a pot. Where did you buy the meat? Ox Street. Where did you give the meat away? It was at Ox Street as well. How many trays of meat did you buy?
Around seven to eight of them. How many yuan per hour? 1.5 yuan. -Zhang Qi! -Zhang Qi! You went to the cybercafe again? Return our meat to us! I was forced to do so. Enough. Stop it. I still have several trays of meat left in my house. Bring them here for now. Roger that.
How was it? Did you sustain heavy losses? Luckily, we discovered it in time. We were very fortunate. Yeah. Let’s go. It’s rare for us to gather around. Why don’t we have lunch together? Maybe next time. We weren’t home the whole day. I’m worried that Xue might have nothing to eat. Dongge, don’t worry.
I asked Sunian to take care of her. Huanhuan, you can do it. Sunian is the most reliable indeed. Zhang Qi was too much. What if you had to be married to one of them? Who will you pick? Zhang Qi. But why? Because no one wants him.
I have to support him as his brother. You’re right. Who said I was unwanted? I only have Zhao Ling’er in my heart. Who’s Zhao Ling’er? Is she from our school? Is she a video game character? Pathetic. You guys, come out and check this out. I can’t start the fire. -Coming. -Let’s go.
What should we do? It’s not working. What should we do? Our parents will be back soon! I have an idea. Slowly. You guys are back? Goodbye. Move out of the way! What are you doing? I’m going to pour liquor on top of it. Don’t! Don’t! Watch out! Watch out!
[Blue-and-white Pond] What’s going on? Don’t tell me the house is on fire? Hurry! [Silian Salon] What’s going on here? Xue! Xue! Mom? What are you doing? I’m studying. Is this how you’re supposed to study? Mom, you should go back first. I’ll go back once I’m done studying. Lin. Isn’t this your…
Is this my cloisonne pot? She’s grounded for the next two days. I’ll do everything in my power to enforce it. I’ll do nothing. I’ll just keep an eye on her. You don’t need to resort to that. The children just wanted to have a hotpot together. Enough, stop trying to protect her. Children shouldn’t
Mess with hotpot. They have to use knives and start a fire. You saw it for yourself, didn’t you? They almost lit the house on fire. If something did go wrong, how could we live in this neighborhood? Wait, judging from your words, are you saying that your relationship with our neighbors is more important
Than our daughter’s life? Is that even the point? You’re a watchmaker. Why can’t you understand the point? Yes. The point is this child tried to mess around behind our back. You’re right. This child is… Wait. What’s with your expression? What are you doing? I… I’m just worried for you. You see, children nowadays
Don’t even treat us as their parents. They don’t even show us respect. So, you know that too? Even though we’re enraged, maybe they’re having fun right now. That’s why I’m getting angrier. That’s right. If you get angry, you’ll fall for their trick. If that’s the case, why don’t we use another method?
Let’s just ignore them and let them do whatever they want. Let’s treat her like an invisible person. Xue! Mom! Just listen to Dad! Just treat me like an invisible person! Just forget about her. Forget about her, don’t be angry. I can’t believe that she escaped under my watch!
Forget it. I’ll go and buy some groceries. Why are you buying groceries again? How should I know? We ran out of vegetables again. We’ll have nothing to eat if I don’t buy them. I’m so pitiful. I finally escaped. Ms. Yu actually released you? Luckily, Dad helped me out. Sunian,
Didn’t Ms. Jin Ning reprimand you? She didn’t. If only my mother was like yours. Why did you call us out? I haven’t finished my game yet. Accompany me to the restoration department. I have something huge to announce. Let’s go. What is it? I’m going to be a huge artist soon.
I’ll show you guys my masterpiece later. What masterpiece? You’ll know when we’re inside. Come, look over here. Why are you guys here? I’ve taken your photo. You guys better be honest with me. If you guys are nice, I’ll delete the photo. If you guys are up to no good, I’ll call the cops.
Sir, we’re part of the literature school. I don’t care who you are. None shall enter without a working pass. Sir, we left our homework inside. You left your homework inside? Do you think you’re the Crown Prince? Just leave. You can’t enter and exit here at will. Leave! Just go! What are you doing?
Mr. Luo! You guys could have talked it over with the old guard, right? Mr. Luo, why haven’t you returned yet? Why should I return? I woke up this morning and predicted that three children would come here and create trouble for me. That’s why I didn’t dare to return. Mr. Luo,
I’m here on official business today. What business? Our country is next in place to hold the Olympics, right? Our class will draw promotional drawings for the Olympics. I volunteered to do it. You can go and draw it then. Why did you come here? My mother didn’t allow me to do it
Because of my lousy grades. That’s why I’m seeking shelter here. If so, you guys can draw on Ms. Jin Ning’s table, okay? I’m going to get some water. Don’t touch my stuff. Don’t worry. Thank you, Mr. Luo. Come on. Show me your masterpiece. Wait. I’m afraid its brilliance will blind your eyes. Look!
How is it? It’s amazing, right? Forget it. Let me introduce them to you guys. This is the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This is the Sydney Opera House. This is the Eiffel Tower. -This is… -I know what this is. These are long johns. Are your long johns this thick? Sunian,
Can you color it for me? No can do. We need to redraw them. Redraw them? You two can enjoy the process. I’ll make some snowmen. Me too. [Calligraphy Division] Sunian, are you done? Your drawing is just a little bit better than mine. Are you sure it’s only a little bit better?
When can I visit these places personally? You wish to visit them? Let’s head here later. We should go if we feel like it. Some landmarks change at a rapid pace. If we don’t go now, it’ll be too late by then. Sunian, why do you sound just like Mr. Zhang next door? [Tiananmen Square]
Let’s go. I’m starving. What’s wrong? The chain broke. I’m sure it’s because of your weight. Shut up. Forget it. I’ll ask my dad to fix it tomorrow. Which of you will fetch me? My bicycle doesn’t have a backseat. Sunian, I’ll leave her to you. So what if you have a mountain bike?
Hop on. Sunian is the best. Give me a second. Let me park this at the side. Hurry up. Wait for me. Let’s depart! Let’s go! Do you guys have anything to do tonight? My mother is only returning by tomorrow. Tonight, I’ll spend my time on Chinese Paladin. [*A PC game]
Playing video games is the only thing you know. I’ll tell Ms. Zhang Ling when she returns. Try it if you dare. [Liuli Hutong] Every day, I have to serve you and your daughter. I cannot rest at ease at all. You’re right. Xue is in senior high now. You should stop spoiling her
And let her get into trouble. She was a top student when she was in primary school. She became a mediocre student when she was in junior high. Now, she’s in senior high. Everyone else is improving. But her? She’s the last of her class. You’re right. Tell me.
Since young, I was the one in charge of supervising her homework and attending the parents’ meetings. If I let you attend the parents’ meeting for me, I’m sure you don’t even know which class she’s in. You should stop spoiling her. She’s treating you like her buddy, you know? Did you become an idiot
As you repaired too many watches?? You’re right. I’m right? You can skip dinner for tonight. That won’t do. Sunian, I’ll return now. Wait. Ms. Yu is still furious. Are you sure you want to return just like that? She’ll be appeased once she tells me off. Sunian, you’re the best.
I’ll make a move now. Goodbye. Mom, I’m back. My daughter, you’re back? Mom. I’m not your mother. I don’t have a daughter like you. Mom! Mom. Mom, it’s been one day since we met. I missed you. I have prepared a tiny gift for you. Please accept it. I won’t fall for that.
You’d committed a huge mistake. I won’t let you off this time. Mom, I already know my fault. You should stop being angry. Don’t be angry, okay? Mom? She’s right. Please spare both of us. Mom. Honey. Mom. My love. Mom. My love. That’s enough. Why can’t you stop making me angry? Mom.
It does look great. Yeah, it looks great. You should use the pocket money I gave you to buy food. Don’t buy random things like these. Alright, I’ll cook dinner now. Mom, you’re the prettiest. Love you. Wash your hands and have dinner. Mom. Time for dinner. Zheng, the TV is faulty.
Let’s have dinner first. I’ll fix it after dinner. Eat up. Dad’s hands are used to fix cultural relics, not the TV. I drew on the blackboard for you when you were in primary school. So, whose idea was it? It was everyone’s idea. Oh. It would be great if it were your idea. You’ll only look cute when you get into trouble like a normal kid. Mom. You should stop watching those dramas. Zheng, our son is criticizing me. Look. I made stir-fried pork with spicy cabbage.
It’s so fragrant. I just saw this dish on the TV. Mom, I’m full. I’ll look for Zhang Qi and Sunian. Why are you looking for them? Sunian said he’d help us with our homework. Stay at home. You’re a big girl now. You should stop mingling with guys.
But I don’t know how to answer some of the questions. Homework questions and stomachache, how long have you been using these two major excuses? No one will trust you now. But, when it comes to a stomachache, I think we should be cautious. Mom, I’ll make a move now. Come back early. Goodbye, Mom.
It’s better when she’s still a little girl. She was quiet when I held her in my arms. Now that she’s all grown up, she doesn’t want to stay at home. As the saying goes, personality traits observed in childhood are a strong predictor of adult behavior.
She always made us worry even when she was little. Do you still expect her to be an obedient girl right now? Say, did you think I was pregnant for 10 months just so I can give birth to a naughty girl like her? She was born after eight months.
Do you think eight months isn’t enough? It’s more than enough. It’s more than enough. What I meant was it’s difficult to be a parent. I’m doing everything I can to raise this naughty girl, you know? You’re right. Zhang Qi! Zhang… -(Come over here!0 -(No!) Seems like Ms. Zhang Ling had returned earlier than expected. It doesn’t bode well for Zhang Qi. Do you wish to light our house on fire? I’m just being self-reliant! Self-reliant? I was only gone for a few days. Were you trying to tear down the house? You need to be reasonable! Did I tear down the house? Besides, what do you mean by a few days? It’s been two weeks!
When you opened the door, I thought it was another auntie. You! I’ll beat you up today! Listen up! I’ll call you Mom if I don’t teach you a lesson today! Wait, you got the gender wrong. You should call me Dad instead. I! You’re the chief editor of a magazine firm!
Why are you so unreasonable? If someone else sees this, you’ll be on the front page of your company’s own magazine! An able woman fell out with her family, killing her own son with a feather duster! Why did I give birth to a brat like you? I! I’ll beat the hell out of you!
Help! Hello, Ms. Zhang Ling. Hello. Hello, Ms. Zhang Ling. Zhang Qi is so naughty. I was only gone for a few days. Zhang Qi is such a lazy brat. He didn’t even take out the trash. There were cockroaches in the house. It’s been some time since I last saw you. You became prettier.
Mom, Sunian is going to help us out with our homework. I’ll leave first. Sure. I’ll deal with you when you’re… I’ll deal with him when he’s back. Sunian, I can rest at ease when you’re around. Go now. -Goodbye, Ms. Zhang Ling. -Goodbye, Ms. Zhang Ling. Goodbye. Bye. Goodbye, Ms. Zhang Ling. Zhang Qi,
Can you stop making Ms. Zhang Ling angry? She raised you herself, you know? It’s been tough on her. Mom, why did you possess Shao Xue? Go away! That’s how I get along with my mother. We bicker to foster a closer relationship. Didn’t you guys realize something? Her face glows whenever we finish arguing.
I think you meant she was fuming. What are we doing tonight? I can’t return home anyway. It’s pretty late. Why don’t we go back home? Don’t. Why don’t we look for Wu Huan? Sure. Is that Wu Huan? Huanhuan! Wu Huan? What are you doing? I’m making a snowman. Wu Huan.
Why are you making it in this place? I wish to give Shiyin a surprise. What are you guys doing? Why didn’t you guys invite me? Wait for me. Let us help you out. Why don’t we give this snowman a name? Sure. Let’s call it Shao Xiaoxue. No. Call it Zhang Xiaoqi. Shao Xiaoxue.
Zhang Xiaoqi. Shao Xiaoxue. Sunian, give it a name. Let’s call it Encaustic Tile. [Liuli Hutong] Why don’t we call it Xiaowa? Sure. Xiaowa, why is your nose so long? You shouldn’t lie. You guys are here. Mr. Sun? Why are you filling the pail yourself? Where are your disciples? They can train their skills
While I can train my body. It’s beneficial for both. You’re too old and weak for this. Are you looking for trouble? What do you mean by that? Who said I’m too old and weak? Chase after me then. Those old guys are hilarious. Who said I was old and weak?
-Who said I was old and weak? -You can’t even run! Come on! Do you think you can run? Come on. [Liuli Hutong] Zhang Qi! Hurry up! We’re going to be late! Stop dilly-dallying! Coming! Where’s Sunian? He’s buying some roujiamo. Hurry up! Let’s go! Morning, Ms. Deng.
It’ll be ready in a second. Calm down. [Roujiamo With Preserved Meat Juice] You’ll hit the glass panel. By the way, Sunian. Ms. Jin Ning’s birthday will arrive soon. What have you prepared for her? You’ll know it by then. You’re keeping it a secret? What about you, Zhang Qi? You’ll know it by then.
What’s with you two? You don’t need to guess what a man is thinking. Okay, they’re done. Thank you, Mrs. Deng. Thank you. -Goodbye, Ms. Deng. -Goodbye, Ms. Deng. Goodbye. Let’s go! Zhang Qi! Be careful. Just you wait! [Beijing Qiming High School] [Class 3, Grade 10] Where are you going? The radio station.
For whom are you requesting a song again? Stop it. Shiyin, your water is here. -Put it on the table. -Okay. Zhang Qi, what are you reading? Lend it to me. Naruto. This is the only book I have. Lend it to me once you’re done. Okay. Let me show you something nice.
What is it? Where did you get this? I’m amazing, right? It was hard for me to obtain this. Are you going to give this to Ms. Jin Ning? That’s impossible. You should watch this at my house someday. Huanhuan, come and watch it someday. Okay. Hello, everyone. I’m your announcer for today, Lin Shiyin.
Next, I will play a song. This song was requested by a student who wished to remain anonymous. This is for Gu Weiyi from Class 1, Grade 11. The song is called “The Little Li Flying Dagger”. Seems like everyone can become an announcer now. Senior. ♪Even though I was armed with good talents♪
Sunian, were you looking for me? I have something to tell you. ♪I can’t pass through the ordeal of love♪ What is it? ♪As I traverse this path without minding it♪ ♪My memory does all the hard work for me♪ ♪All the memories♪ ♪Are embedded deep within my heart♪
♪The past I’ve been hiding from year after year♪ ♪Carved into the days long gone♪ ♪Although simplicity is plain♪ ♪Its vibrancy has never faded♪ ♪Those songs in the past♪ ♪They had accompanied me through everything♪ ♪Singing♪ ♪About the stubbornness of our youth♪ ♪Using this song♪ ♪To boost our courage as we sing♪ ♪Please don’t cry♪
♪Because of you♪ ♪Until I saw the bustling city♪ ♪Until I realized that it was once within my reach♪ ♪I was this sober once♪ ♪But I still did the same thing♪ ♪As days go by, I wish to forget♪ ♪But unknowingly, I remember them again♪ ♪I remember the deep feelings that were long gone♪
♪Within those simple days♪ ♪Those songs in the past♪ ♪They had accompanied me♪ ♪As I regretted our parting♪ ♪During our youth♪ ♪Using this song♪ ♪This song belongs to us♪ ♪Please don’t cry again♪ ♪And don’t ask♪ ♪When I’ll return♪