Back to 1989 (2016) s01e01 Episode Script
Episode 1
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ZHAO RI SECURITIES INVESTMENT TRUS
Which of you can update me
on the current situation?
Sir.
The profit from Mr. Guo's order
is unlikely to achieve 8 percent.
How close are we?
After the transactions,
it's possible that
we'll receive no profit.
No profit?
You have the audacity to tell me that?
-Where's Chen Che?
-Mr. Tian.
Deputy Manager
isn't answering his cell.
As you know,
he's using up all of his vacation days.
Don't remind me. Keep trying!
Just tell him that we're distributing
bonuses from Mr. Guo's order.
Yes, sir.
Bonus? We didn't even make a profit.
Zhao Ri Securities Investment Trust.
Though apartments are high in value,
the market continues to drop
as demand remains stagnant
Song-bin and Xin-ya reporting for SETN.
Guo Sheng-tai, one of Taiwan's
wanted fugitives,
was arrested yesterday in Bangkok.
He is being extradited
back to Taiwan by the authorities.
Guo, who committed numerous accounts
of criminal offenses,
had successfully evaded capture
many times.
After leaving the country five years ago,
the authorities offered
a million dollars for his arrest.
He was finally apprehended yesterday,
thanks to the assistance
of the Royal Thai Police.
MISSED CALL
In local news, famed stock guru
and beauty pageant enthusiast Li Da-zhong
passed away this evening.
He famously made his fortune
through stock investments
and became a favorite of the media in 1989
when he was in the pageant industry.
He spent his final days behind bars
due to insider trading.
His controversial life came
to an end today.
I knew you'd come in
at the mention of a bonus.
Aside from what was promised,
how much more can you give me?
From the speed of your footsteps,
I can guess if we made money or not.
All boxed up? So quick.
Why'd you even bother coming in?
Just ignore all your calls, why don't you?
You didn't answer my question.
How much is my bonus?
Fifty thousand dollars.
Just wire me $70,000
when the time comes.
I'm sure the company has more to give.
Keep it as a souvenir.
CHEN CHE
DEPUTY MANAGER
Chen Che. Chen Che!
Sir. The accounting department
delivered this report.
We didn't commit any violation
in Mr. Guo's order.
Che placed multiple hedges
as a safety precaution.
Not only did we avoid losses today,
we increased profit by 2 percent.
The net income is now over 10 percent.
We'll have enough for incentive bonuses.
How is that possible?
Chen Che.
Chen Che! Chen Che!
Stay with the company.
If you're not satisfied with the terms
of the contract, we can renegotiate.
Well, then
what is it that you think I want?
Why do you behave like this?
Why are you so cold and stubborn?
How long have we known each other?
Think about the things we've been through.
-Didn't your parents teach you manners?
-Don't you dare talk about my parents!
Didn't your parents teach you manners?
Where should we go?
I heard the buffet downstairs is good.
Ya-juan. We're going to the buffet
across the street.
Want to join us?
Oh, no, thank you.
Why don't you go first?
I'll meet you there.
Here, let me help you.
-Let's finish this, so you can join us.
-Sir, just let me do it.
You should go and join them.
It's okay, I have time to spare.
It's okay. Sir. Just let me.
Thank you.
Ya-juan, you've been with us
for over two years.
But no one really knows you.
We're about to organize a company trip.
Why don't you join us
and get to know the others?
It's not convenient for me.
Well, then
I'll stop pushing you.
Hello?
Yes, speaking.
YEB TAILOR
Mr. Chen, just a moment.
I'll be right back.
Mr. Chen. What a coincidence.
What are you doing here?
Here's my business card.
My name is Lily Wu.
Not even a glance?
Isn't that a little rude?
Obviously,
this isn't a place you'd frequent.
I presume you got wind that I quit my job
and came to make an offer?
How about this?
We can skip the formalities.
I'll just give you my answer.
So, what is your answer?
Not interested.
Have other companies
already contacted you?
Or would you like to hear more about
what our company has to offer?
You won't regret this.
Our company can give you--
A managerial position or higher,
with doubled salary, if not more.
Mr. Chen, your suit is ready.
I'm a bit short on cash.
Do you accept credit cards?
Keep your money.
Since the '80s, the owner of this shop
has upheld a tradition.
All suits made here come
with a lifetime warranty.
As long as you wear this suit,
we'll mend it for free.
When a suit comes
with a lifetime warranty,
its quality goes without saying.
Same goes for public relations.
By sending a beauty like you,
I can estimate
what your company can offer.
I apologize.
To me, money is not the issue right now.
Please come again.
He's as tough to crack
as the rumors say.
MOM
Hi, Mom.
Mom. What's going on?
People at the nursing home said
your grandpa isn't doing well lately.
He's been confused
and wanders about aimlessly.
An accident occurred this time.
He fell from the second floor.
Doctor. How's my father?
I've taken care of his injuries
and put a cast on his fractures.
Fortunately, he doesn't have a concussion.
You may see him now.
Thank you.
Dad.
How do you feel?
Christmas is coming.
Listen.
It's the sound of Christmas.
I want to go.
I want to go. I want to go.
No, wait.
Christmas is over
Get Li Jin-qin in here.
He'll take care of it.
He will take responsibility.
Dad.
No, no, no.
Ya-juan doesn't want him.
-Dad.
-She wants to keep the child.
Stop talking and rest.
She wants to raise the child alone.
Dad, stop talking!
Ya-juan.
I'm so sorry.
We shouldn't have kept you
and Jin-qin apart.
-Your mother
-Dad!
Just stop talking.
Your mother regretted not forgiving you.
She regretted it.
She regretted abandoning you and Che.
Your mother regretted it.
-Okay, Dad.
-Your mom regretted it.
-Sir, calm down.
-You and Che
-Just calm down.
-Your mother regretted it.
Please calm down, sir.
Calm down.
-She regretted it.
-Calm down, sir.
Mom.
I asked you once in middle school.
I also asked you when I turned 18
and once more when I graduated college.
Now I ask you again.
Where is my father?
He
-He's dead.
-Stop telling me that.
If he's dead, then there should be
a grave and records
and things to remember him by,
but I've never even seen a photo of him.
He really is dead.
Who's Li Jin-qin? Grandpa said,
"He will take responsibility."
Did it mean to take care of us?
Think about it. Your grandpa has dementia.
There's no logic to his words.
That doesn't mean it's a lie.
This Li Jin-qin exists
because Grandpa recalls his name.
Tell me who he is.
Or just tell me who my father is.
Chen Che.
I'll tell you one last time.
He's dead.
He's dead! He's dead! He's dead!
You can't avoid this question forever!
I'll ask you today, I'll ask you tomorrow,
and I'll ask you again the day after!
I'm not letting this go
without a real answer.
Everyone has a father
so I must have one, too.
Growing up, I never pushed for an answer.
When I did, you became distant
and ignored me for days.
He might have hurt you, I get it.
But you're hurting me, too!
Because of you
I didn't know I had a grandpa
till I was in college.
Because of your stubbornness
I've never met my father.
If you still care about
how your son feels
you will tell me who I am.
Tell me!
I refuse to speak of this person!
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
Fine.
Do you think I care?
I'm already fatherless. What difference
would it make to be motherless?
I refuse to speak of this person!
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
How long was I out?
Where's my motorcycle?
NO RECEPTION
Stop.
What the hell are you doing?
My apologies.
You wouldn't have stopped
if I didn't do it.
And if you hadn't stopped,
I don't know how long I'd wait.
-What do you want?
-Lend me your cell phone.
What's a cell phone?
Something you make calls with.
If you want to make a call,
why not go to a phone booth?
What are you looking at?
Where's your helmet?
No one ever wears helmets.
Is there a problem?
How is this old thing functioning?
Old?
I just bought it.
How is it old?
You just bought it?
I'll give you 40. Take me
to the closest metro station.
-What station?
-What station?
Just take me somewhere with people.
Hold on. Why should I help you?
"Please." "Thank you." "Sorry."
You didn't say any of them,
so why should I help you?
When you've learned some manners,
I'll come back to pick you up.
Don't worry.
You have plenty of time to learn.
Take your time.
What are you doing?
Was there a collision?
Yes.
And did it come from?
Yes.
Jenny!
Lady. Hey, lady!
Why did you park your scooter
in the middle of the road?
Do you have a death wish?
ZHONGZHENG ROAD
SHIHLIN DISTRIC
Miss, the damage is nothing major.
We just need to fix the mirrors
and steering handles.
Would you like a paint job as well?
Oh, no. It's okay. As long as it works.
I only use it to commute.
All right, then. That will be 50 dollars.
I'll fix everything for you.
You can pick it up tomorrow.
Okay. Thank you.
Hey, miss, 50 dollars is not a lot, right?
You don't have to cry.
Am I crying?
Miss, please don't cry.
I've already given you a discount.
I'm sorry.
It's not that I don't have money.
I just got emotional all of a sudden.
Give me a second.
If money is the problem,
it can be easily resolved.
Okay. Then how about you pay?
I'm a bit short on cash.
Do you take credit cards?
Credit cards?
Didn't VISA just launch
in Taiwan this year?
How could you use it here?
Credit cards were just launched?
You're kidding me.
I've been using them for a decade.
What are you talking about?
You haven't understood a word I've said
since we've met.
Are you an expat?
Could it be?
No way.
Lend me your phone.
Over there.
Hello? Is this the police?
Could you please tell me what year it is?
Mister.
Rather than asking the cops
what year it is,
call your family for money instead.
It's the 78th year of the Minguo calendar.
Isn't that 1989?
The year before I was born.
Didn't you say that money is a problem
that can be easily resolved?
Don't forget the repair fee.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 1989
The owner said the shop will give
an estimate for repairs.
And then he will tell me.
He still has my ID as collateral.
I don't know how much it's gonna be,
but it won't be cheap.
Okay. I got it.
Give me a moment.
I'm not trying to swindle you,
but Jenny belongs to me.
We wouldn't be in such a tough spot
if you hadn't stopped me.
I said, I got it.
So, it'd be best
if you could cover all of it.
If not, you should at least cover half.
If you're not willing to pay half
Let me see, 50 dollars
I said, I got it.
I'm not trying to swindle you.
This is the only valuable thing I have.
Take it.
Wow, that's a Rollie.
A Rolex.
Rolex?
Why are you giving me this?
Give me a week.
I'll find a way to pay the fees.
Really?
Are you so gullible?
I am. How did you know?
I've been conned numerous times
since I was a kid.
Sir, do you know what an "easy mark" is?
An easy mark is someone who is easily
conned, cheated, swindled, and victimized.
Miss! Miss! He's gone already.
-Where's he going?
-How would I know?
Where is he? He just left like that?
Hey, miss! That's a Rolex.
Don't worry, you have his watch now.
Okay?
"THE NORTH STAR"
FOLK MUSIC RESTAURAN
Now please give it up
for the college prince of folk music,
Li Jin-qin.
In reality, it isn't such
A bad idea to live alone
Wow, you really are an easy mark,
aren't you?
This is obviously a fake Rolex.
Come on, how much is a Rolex?
This one even makes weird noises.
No way! How's that possible?
Of course it's possible. You can get it
at a night market for $20 apiece.
Embedded with fake diamonds,
with a $3 discount if you buy two.
What do you think rich people talk about
when I socialize with them?
Rolex, of course. If this model exists,
how come I've never seen it before?
-Xiao-long.
-What?
I just realized that I forgot
to ask him his name!
Anyway, you've been conned.
Xiao-long!
Go away. Your bad luck is contagious.
It's difficult for a country boy
like me to make a living here.
I can't afford
to be dragged down with you.
You're a selfish prick!
What should I do?
Mr. Jian just said today
that if I don't increase my sales,
I'll have to find a new job
after my probationary period.
Don't overthink things.
Here, have a drink.
You are too kind--
What are you doing? That's for me.
I'm already unlucky as it is,
so don't steal my drink.
Hey. Why do you think I come here
if not for the free--?
That's for Ya-juan.
Then what about me?
Ya-juan
I wonder why she's late again
Should our get-together
Still happen?
This song is now almost over
Oh, my Ya-juan
Hey, Li Jin-qin.
Stop picking on Chen Ya-juan
every time you see her.
You either have a crush on her
or you really dislike her.
So, which one is it?
Lin Xiao-long is super stingy
His stinginess knows no equal
He's talking about you.
In a stinginess competition
Lin Xiao-long will undoubtedly win
When Lin Xiao-long gets angry
He'll throw something at me
Oh, Lin Xiao-long
Lin Xiao-long
Your personality
Needs improving
-Sorry I'm late.
-Ya-juan!
What's wrong, Zhen-zhen?
It isn't such a bad idea to live alone
She was conned.
It's okay.
Everything will be all right.
Mr. Rolex Con Man,
if what you told me is a lie,
then God will punish you!
NO RECEPTION
What are you doing
in the middle of the road?
Screw you, 1989!
The stock market today was once again
affected by the international market
but with positive impact.
The domestic stock market observed
vigorous revitalization
which made the index pass the 10,000 mark.
The coincident indicator rose 410 points,
setting a single-day record
for the highest increase.
The domestic stock market
soared when it opened today.
The index increased over 500 points.
Investors have smiles on their faces.
Taiwan Stock Exchange Index
continues to rise.
Companies saw an increase
in their stocks.
Though stock purchases
were initially off the charts,
sales went back to normal
as investors sold their stocks
Stock market plunges 329 points.
-Is this today's newspaper?
-What do you think?
Even though the stock index rose
by 210.32 points,
a single-day record
for highest increase,
the trading volume just reached
$4.8 billion at closing,
showing that a majority of investors
remain conservative
even in the face
of stock revitalization.
If I can't return to my time
what am I going to do?
Have some fruit.
Dad. Mom.
Why are you two still up?
As parents, how can we fall asleep
when our daughter is still out?
You're just in time.
Let's eat some fruit.
I've already started working.
I can take care of myself.
Why do you wait for me?
Ya-juan and I went
to Li Jin-qin's performance today
and to catch up.
Have some fruit.
What's the matter?
Did something happen today?
You look off.
I ran into a
situation that put me in a bad mood.
But it's okay.
I can handle it by myself.
How much longer
is your probationary period?
One month.
If you don't like the job,
you might as well quit.
I don't think your company
will provide you with stability.
Let's find a job that is stable
and consistent,
and you can start from the bottom up.
-Come on.
-No.
There's a reason why I chose this job.
The stock market looks good right now.
If I work hard enough,
I'd be able to earn more money.
Then we could buy this property,
and we'll finally own our store.
It's not as easy as you think.
Mom, you should have faith in me.
I'm the key to making YEB Tailor
a national chain.
I'm going to introduce the entire country
to the craftsmanship
of Master Ye Qing-xiong.
-Yay.
-Yay.
-Yay.
-Wow.
National chain.
We'd be getting orders nonstop, right?
Are you trying to kill me?
All right, continue your chitchat.
-I'm going to bed.
-Hey, Dad!
Then let's keep it small.
We'll become the best boutique tailor
in the country. How's that?
Boutique tailor.
That's not bad.
Then you need to work hard.
Now I know why our daughter
is like a bull.
When she sets her mind on something,
she becomes just as stubborn as a bull.
Just like you.
Mom, that means you fell in love
with a bull.
She's calling you a milk cow.
No, I'm not.
Okay, fine. We are a family of cows.
All right, go shower and head to bed.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 1989
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
Fine. Do you think I care?
It's okay
if we don't meet anymore.
If I'm able to come back to 1989
this is proof
Einstein's theory of special relativity
is correct.
The speed of light is constant
while time and space
is relative.
In that case, there must be a way
for me to go back.
I'm Chen Che, for heaven's sake.
There's nothing I can't do.
What year is this?
How about on the Minguo calendar?
It's the 78th year on the Minguo calendar.
1989 A.D.
Why is it still 1989?!
Let me take you home.
No, it's okay. It's pretty late.
That's why I'm taking you home.
Come on.
What an innocent time period.
Kids from 2016 would've
just started making out right here.
TAI YUAN SECURITIES
NOW HIRING
You are very early.
How may I help you?
Mend my suit.
I heard that all of your suits come
with a lifetime warranty.
What?
Oh, yes.
But your suit looks very high-end.
It's probably not ours.
Looking at the seaming
it was made by me indeed.
Let me take a closer look.
It is my suit. Why do I have
no recollection of making it?
And this material
Sorry, I'm in a hurry.
Can you mend it?
Oh, yes, of course.
The suits that I've made
are like my children.
I'll take good care of them.
Take it off.
-Good morning, Uncle Ye.
-Good morning.
I'm here to pick up Zhen.
Have you had breakfast? Come join us.
Thank you, Uncle Ye.
I'll head upstairs.
Excuse me. How long will it take to mend?
Give me two days.
Two days?
I don't have two days.
I need it for an interview.
A suit of this quality
will need some time.
How about this? You may borrow any suit
from my shop for now.
All right. That should do.
You're worthy of your reputation
as a famous tailor.
Famous tailor?
Strange.
How did he know that my suits come
with a lifetime warranty?
I haven't even publicized it yet.
They can repair it?
That's wonderful!
Good morning.
How much would it cost?
Six hundred dollars?
No, I'll give you the money.
Thank you. Goodbye.
Six hundred dollars.
But that's a whole month for me.
Damn you, Mr. Rolex Con Man!
You better show up with the money!
Or else
I'll make your life a living hell
when I find you!
Economics Department at the National
Taiwan University. Great school.
-What position are you interested in?
-Analyst.
What's an analyst?
Analyzing moving average convergence,
changes in margin securities
and P/E Ratio.
What are you even saying?
We don't do such complicated things here.
Just a couple of backers
who communicate with operators
to decide on the stocks to speculate.
There's really nothing to analyze.
The current market is indeed positive.
But how long do you think this growth
will last in this chaotic environment?
Let me build you a team,
and I promise that in ten years,
no matter how much the policies change,
you will remain strong and well financed.
Okay.
Look over these companies
and pick one for me.
Let me see what you can do.
2308?
Delta Electronics Incorporated.
Oh, please.
A company that just went public.
Department of Economics, right?
What year did you graduate?
Separated by a distance of 27 years,
yet two individuals could be so close.
ZHAO RI SECURITIES INVESTMENT TRUS
Which of you can update me
on the current situation?
Sir.
The profit from Mr. Guo's order
is unlikely to achieve 8 percent.
How close are we?
After the transactions,
it's possible that
we'll receive no profit.
No profit?
You have the audacity to tell me that?
-Where's Chen Che?
-Mr. Tian.
Deputy Manager
isn't answering his cell.
As you know,
he's using up all of his vacation days.
Don't remind me. Keep trying!
Just tell him that we're distributing
bonuses from Mr. Guo's order.
Yes, sir.
Bonus? We didn't even make a profit.
Zhao Ri Securities Investment Trust.
Though apartments are high in value,
the market continues to drop
as demand remains stagnant
Song-bin and Xin-ya reporting for SETN.
Guo Sheng-tai, one of Taiwan's
wanted fugitives,
was arrested yesterday in Bangkok.
He is being extradited
back to Taiwan by the authorities.
Guo, who committed numerous accounts
of criminal offenses,
had successfully evaded capture
many times.
After leaving the country five years ago,
the authorities offered
a million dollars for his arrest.
He was finally apprehended yesterday,
thanks to the assistance
of the Royal Thai Police.
MISSED CALL
In local news, famed stock guru
and beauty pageant enthusiast Li Da-zhong
passed away this evening.
He famously made his fortune
through stock investments
and became a favorite of the media in 1989
when he was in the pageant industry.
He spent his final days behind bars
due to insider trading.
His controversial life came
to an end today.
I knew you'd come in
at the mention of a bonus.
Aside from what was promised,
how much more can you give me?
From the speed of your footsteps,
I can guess if we made money or not.
All boxed up? So quick.
Why'd you even bother coming in?
Just ignore all your calls, why don't you?
You didn't answer my question.
How much is my bonus?
Fifty thousand dollars.
Just wire me $70,000
when the time comes.
I'm sure the company has more to give.
Keep it as a souvenir.
CHEN CHE
DEPUTY MANAGER
Chen Che. Chen Che!
Sir. The accounting department
delivered this report.
We didn't commit any violation
in Mr. Guo's order.
Che placed multiple hedges
as a safety precaution.
Not only did we avoid losses today,
we increased profit by 2 percent.
The net income is now over 10 percent.
We'll have enough for incentive bonuses.
How is that possible?
Chen Che.
Chen Che! Chen Che!
Stay with the company.
If you're not satisfied with the terms
of the contract, we can renegotiate.
Well, then
what is it that you think I want?
Why do you behave like this?
Why are you so cold and stubborn?
How long have we known each other?
Think about the things we've been through.
-Didn't your parents teach you manners?
-Don't you dare talk about my parents!
Didn't your parents teach you manners?
Where should we go?
I heard the buffet downstairs is good.
Ya-juan. We're going to the buffet
across the street.
Want to join us?
Oh, no, thank you.
Why don't you go first?
I'll meet you there.
Here, let me help you.
-Let's finish this, so you can join us.
-Sir, just let me do it.
You should go and join them.
It's okay, I have time to spare.
It's okay. Sir. Just let me.
Thank you.
Ya-juan, you've been with us
for over two years.
But no one really knows you.
We're about to organize a company trip.
Why don't you join us
and get to know the others?
It's not convenient for me.
Well, then
I'll stop pushing you.
Hello?
Yes, speaking.
YEB TAILOR
Mr. Chen, just a moment.
I'll be right back.
Mr. Chen. What a coincidence.
What are you doing here?
Here's my business card.
My name is Lily Wu.
Not even a glance?
Isn't that a little rude?
Obviously,
this isn't a place you'd frequent.
I presume you got wind that I quit my job
and came to make an offer?
How about this?
We can skip the formalities.
I'll just give you my answer.
So, what is your answer?
Not interested.
Have other companies
already contacted you?
Or would you like to hear more about
what our company has to offer?
You won't regret this.
Our company can give you--
A managerial position or higher,
with doubled salary, if not more.
Mr. Chen, your suit is ready.
I'm a bit short on cash.
Do you accept credit cards?
Keep your money.
Since the '80s, the owner of this shop
has upheld a tradition.
All suits made here come
with a lifetime warranty.
As long as you wear this suit,
we'll mend it for free.
When a suit comes
with a lifetime warranty,
its quality goes without saying.
Same goes for public relations.
By sending a beauty like you,
I can estimate
what your company can offer.
I apologize.
To me, money is not the issue right now.
Please come again.
He's as tough to crack
as the rumors say.
MOM
Hi, Mom.
Mom. What's going on?
People at the nursing home said
your grandpa isn't doing well lately.
He's been confused
and wanders about aimlessly.
An accident occurred this time.
He fell from the second floor.
Doctor. How's my father?
I've taken care of his injuries
and put a cast on his fractures.
Fortunately, he doesn't have a concussion.
You may see him now.
Thank you.
Dad.
How do you feel?
Christmas is coming.
Listen.
It's the sound of Christmas.
I want to go.
I want to go. I want to go.
No, wait.
Christmas is over
Get Li Jin-qin in here.
He'll take care of it.
He will take responsibility.
Dad.
No, no, no.
Ya-juan doesn't want him.
-Dad.
-She wants to keep the child.
Stop talking and rest.
She wants to raise the child alone.
Dad, stop talking!
Ya-juan.
I'm so sorry.
We shouldn't have kept you
and Jin-qin apart.
-Your mother
-Dad!
Just stop talking.
Your mother regretted not forgiving you.
She regretted it.
She regretted abandoning you and Che.
Your mother regretted it.
-Okay, Dad.
-Your mom regretted it.
-Sir, calm down.
-You and Che
-Just calm down.
-Your mother regretted it.
Please calm down, sir.
Calm down.
-She regretted it.
-Calm down, sir.
Mom.
I asked you once in middle school.
I also asked you when I turned 18
and once more when I graduated college.
Now I ask you again.
Where is my father?
He
-He's dead.
-Stop telling me that.
If he's dead, then there should be
a grave and records
and things to remember him by,
but I've never even seen a photo of him.
He really is dead.
Who's Li Jin-qin? Grandpa said,
"He will take responsibility."
Did it mean to take care of us?
Think about it. Your grandpa has dementia.
There's no logic to his words.
That doesn't mean it's a lie.
This Li Jin-qin exists
because Grandpa recalls his name.
Tell me who he is.
Or just tell me who my father is.
Chen Che.
I'll tell you one last time.
He's dead.
He's dead! He's dead! He's dead!
You can't avoid this question forever!
I'll ask you today, I'll ask you tomorrow,
and I'll ask you again the day after!
I'm not letting this go
without a real answer.
Everyone has a father
so I must have one, too.
Growing up, I never pushed for an answer.
When I did, you became distant
and ignored me for days.
He might have hurt you, I get it.
But you're hurting me, too!
Because of you
I didn't know I had a grandpa
till I was in college.
Because of your stubbornness
I've never met my father.
If you still care about
how your son feels
you will tell me who I am.
Tell me!
I refuse to speak of this person!
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
Fine.
Do you think I care?
I'm already fatherless. What difference
would it make to be motherless?
I refuse to speak of this person!
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
How long was I out?
Where's my motorcycle?
NO RECEPTION
Stop.
What the hell are you doing?
My apologies.
You wouldn't have stopped
if I didn't do it.
And if you hadn't stopped,
I don't know how long I'd wait.
-What do you want?
-Lend me your cell phone.
What's a cell phone?
Something you make calls with.
If you want to make a call,
why not go to a phone booth?
What are you looking at?
Where's your helmet?
No one ever wears helmets.
Is there a problem?
How is this old thing functioning?
Old?
I just bought it.
How is it old?
You just bought it?
I'll give you 40. Take me
to the closest metro station.
-What station?
-What station?
Just take me somewhere with people.
Hold on. Why should I help you?
"Please." "Thank you." "Sorry."
You didn't say any of them,
so why should I help you?
When you've learned some manners,
I'll come back to pick you up.
Don't worry.
You have plenty of time to learn.
Take your time.
What are you doing?
Was there a collision?
Yes.
And did it come from?
Yes.
Jenny!
Lady. Hey, lady!
Why did you park your scooter
in the middle of the road?
Do you have a death wish?
ZHONGZHENG ROAD
SHIHLIN DISTRIC
Miss, the damage is nothing major.
We just need to fix the mirrors
and steering handles.
Would you like a paint job as well?
Oh, no. It's okay. As long as it works.
I only use it to commute.
All right, then. That will be 50 dollars.
I'll fix everything for you.
You can pick it up tomorrow.
Okay. Thank you.
Hey, miss, 50 dollars is not a lot, right?
You don't have to cry.
Am I crying?
Miss, please don't cry.
I've already given you a discount.
I'm sorry.
It's not that I don't have money.
I just got emotional all of a sudden.
Give me a second.
If money is the problem,
it can be easily resolved.
Okay. Then how about you pay?
I'm a bit short on cash.
Do you take credit cards?
Credit cards?
Didn't VISA just launch
in Taiwan this year?
How could you use it here?
Credit cards were just launched?
You're kidding me.
I've been using them for a decade.
What are you talking about?
You haven't understood a word I've said
since we've met.
Are you an expat?
Could it be?
No way.
Lend me your phone.
Over there.
Hello? Is this the police?
Could you please tell me what year it is?
Mister.
Rather than asking the cops
what year it is,
call your family for money instead.
It's the 78th year of the Minguo calendar.
Isn't that 1989?
The year before I was born.
Didn't you say that money is a problem
that can be easily resolved?
Don't forget the repair fee.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 1989
The owner said the shop will give
an estimate for repairs.
And then he will tell me.
He still has my ID as collateral.
I don't know how much it's gonna be,
but it won't be cheap.
Okay. I got it.
Give me a moment.
I'm not trying to swindle you,
but Jenny belongs to me.
We wouldn't be in such a tough spot
if you hadn't stopped me.
I said, I got it.
So, it'd be best
if you could cover all of it.
If not, you should at least cover half.
If you're not willing to pay half
Let me see, 50 dollars
I said, I got it.
I'm not trying to swindle you.
This is the only valuable thing I have.
Take it.
Wow, that's a Rollie.
A Rolex.
Rolex?
Why are you giving me this?
Give me a week.
I'll find a way to pay the fees.
Really?
Are you so gullible?
I am. How did you know?
I've been conned numerous times
since I was a kid.
Sir, do you know what an "easy mark" is?
An easy mark is someone who is easily
conned, cheated, swindled, and victimized.
Miss! Miss! He's gone already.
-Where's he going?
-How would I know?
Where is he? He just left like that?
Hey, miss! That's a Rolex.
Don't worry, you have his watch now.
Okay?
"THE NORTH STAR"
FOLK MUSIC RESTAURAN
Now please give it up
for the college prince of folk music,
Li Jin-qin.
In reality, it isn't such
A bad idea to live alone
Wow, you really are an easy mark,
aren't you?
This is obviously a fake Rolex.
Come on, how much is a Rolex?
This one even makes weird noises.
No way! How's that possible?
Of course it's possible. You can get it
at a night market for $20 apiece.
Embedded with fake diamonds,
with a $3 discount if you buy two.
What do you think rich people talk about
when I socialize with them?
Rolex, of course. If this model exists,
how come I've never seen it before?
-Xiao-long.
-What?
I just realized that I forgot
to ask him his name!
Anyway, you've been conned.
Xiao-long!
Go away. Your bad luck is contagious.
It's difficult for a country boy
like me to make a living here.
I can't afford
to be dragged down with you.
You're a selfish prick!
What should I do?
Mr. Jian just said today
that if I don't increase my sales,
I'll have to find a new job
after my probationary period.
Don't overthink things.
Here, have a drink.
You are too kind--
What are you doing? That's for me.
I'm already unlucky as it is,
so don't steal my drink.
Hey. Why do you think I come here
if not for the free--?
That's for Ya-juan.
Then what about me?
Ya-juan
I wonder why she's late again
Should our get-together
Still happen?
This song is now almost over
Oh, my Ya-juan
Hey, Li Jin-qin.
Stop picking on Chen Ya-juan
every time you see her.
You either have a crush on her
or you really dislike her.
So, which one is it?
Lin Xiao-long is super stingy
His stinginess knows no equal
He's talking about you.
In a stinginess competition
Lin Xiao-long will undoubtedly win
When Lin Xiao-long gets angry
He'll throw something at me
Oh, Lin Xiao-long
Lin Xiao-long
Your personality
Needs improving
-Sorry I'm late.
-Ya-juan!
What's wrong, Zhen-zhen?
It isn't such a bad idea to live alone
She was conned.
It's okay.
Everything will be all right.
Mr. Rolex Con Man,
if what you told me is a lie,
then God will punish you!
NO RECEPTION
What are you doing
in the middle of the road?
Screw you, 1989!
The stock market today was once again
affected by the international market
but with positive impact.
The domestic stock market observed
vigorous revitalization
which made the index pass the 10,000 mark.
The coincident indicator rose 410 points,
setting a single-day record
for the highest increase.
The domestic stock market
soared when it opened today.
The index increased over 500 points.
Investors have smiles on their faces.
Taiwan Stock Exchange Index
continues to rise.
Companies saw an increase
in their stocks.
Though stock purchases
were initially off the charts,
sales went back to normal
as investors sold their stocks
Stock market plunges 329 points.
-Is this today's newspaper?
-What do you think?
Even though the stock index rose
by 210.32 points,
a single-day record
for highest increase,
the trading volume just reached
$4.8 billion at closing,
showing that a majority of investors
remain conservative
even in the face
of stock revitalization.
If I can't return to my time
what am I going to do?
Have some fruit.
Dad. Mom.
Why are you two still up?
As parents, how can we fall asleep
when our daughter is still out?
You're just in time.
Let's eat some fruit.
I've already started working.
I can take care of myself.
Why do you wait for me?
Ya-juan and I went
to Li Jin-qin's performance today
and to catch up.
Have some fruit.
What's the matter?
Did something happen today?
You look off.
I ran into a
situation that put me in a bad mood.
But it's okay.
I can handle it by myself.
How much longer
is your probationary period?
One month.
If you don't like the job,
you might as well quit.
I don't think your company
will provide you with stability.
Let's find a job that is stable
and consistent,
and you can start from the bottom up.
-Come on.
-No.
There's a reason why I chose this job.
The stock market looks good right now.
If I work hard enough,
I'd be able to earn more money.
Then we could buy this property,
and we'll finally own our store.
It's not as easy as you think.
Mom, you should have faith in me.
I'm the key to making YEB Tailor
a national chain.
I'm going to introduce the entire country
to the craftsmanship
of Master Ye Qing-xiong.
-Yay.
-Yay.
-Yay.
-Wow.
National chain.
We'd be getting orders nonstop, right?
Are you trying to kill me?
All right, continue your chitchat.
-I'm going to bed.
-Hey, Dad!
Then let's keep it small.
We'll become the best boutique tailor
in the country. How's that?
Boutique tailor.
That's not bad.
Then you need to work hard.
Now I know why our daughter
is like a bull.
When she sets her mind on something,
she becomes just as stubborn as a bull.
Just like you.
Mom, that means you fell in love
with a bull.
She's calling you a milk cow.
No, I'm not.
Okay, fine. We are a family of cows.
All right, go shower and head to bed.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17TH, 1989
If you continue to press me,
don't consider me your mother
and don't ever contact me again.
Fine. Do you think I care?
It's okay
if we don't meet anymore.
If I'm able to come back to 1989
this is proof
Einstein's theory of special relativity
is correct.
The speed of light is constant
while time and space
is relative.
In that case, there must be a way
for me to go back.
I'm Chen Che, for heaven's sake.
There's nothing I can't do.
What year is this?
How about on the Minguo calendar?
It's the 78th year on the Minguo calendar.
1989 A.D.
Why is it still 1989?!
Let me take you home.
No, it's okay. It's pretty late.
That's why I'm taking you home.
Come on.
What an innocent time period.
Kids from 2016 would've
just started making out right here.
TAI YUAN SECURITIES
NOW HIRING
You are very early.
How may I help you?
Mend my suit.
I heard that all of your suits come
with a lifetime warranty.
What?
Oh, yes.
But your suit looks very high-end.
It's probably not ours.
Looking at the seaming
it was made by me indeed.
Let me take a closer look.
It is my suit. Why do I have
no recollection of making it?
And this material
Sorry, I'm in a hurry.
Can you mend it?
Oh, yes, of course.
The suits that I've made
are like my children.
I'll take good care of them.
Take it off.
-Good morning, Uncle Ye.
-Good morning.
I'm here to pick up Zhen.
Have you had breakfast? Come join us.
Thank you, Uncle Ye.
I'll head upstairs.
Excuse me. How long will it take to mend?
Give me two days.
Two days?
I don't have two days.
I need it for an interview.
A suit of this quality
will need some time.
How about this? You may borrow any suit
from my shop for now.
All right. That should do.
You're worthy of your reputation
as a famous tailor.
Famous tailor?
Strange.
How did he know that my suits come
with a lifetime warranty?
I haven't even publicized it yet.
They can repair it?
That's wonderful!
Good morning.
How much would it cost?
Six hundred dollars?
No, I'll give you the money.
Thank you. Goodbye.
Six hundred dollars.
But that's a whole month for me.
Damn you, Mr. Rolex Con Man!
You better show up with the money!
Or else
I'll make your life a living hell
when I find you!
Economics Department at the National
Taiwan University. Great school.
-What position are you interested in?
-Analyst.
What's an analyst?
Analyzing moving average convergence,
changes in margin securities
and P/E Ratio.
What are you even saying?
We don't do such complicated things here.
Just a couple of backers
who communicate with operators
to decide on the stocks to speculate.
There's really nothing to analyze.
The current market is indeed positive.
But how long do you think this growth
will last in this chaotic environment?
Let me build you a team,
and I promise that in ten years,
no matter how much the policies change,
you will remain strong and well financed.
Okay.
Look over these companies
and pick one for me.
Let me see what you can do.
2308?
Delta Electronics Incorporated.
Oh, please.
A company that just went public.
Department of Economics, right?
What year did you graduate?
Separated by a distance of 27 years,
yet two individuals could be so close.