Days of Being Wild - The Complexity of Time and Memory
Su Li-zhen:
I always thought one minute flies by. But sometimes it really lingers on. Once, a person pointed at his watch and said to me, that because of that minute, he'd always remember me. It was so charming listening to that. But now I look at my watch and tell myself that I have to forget this man starting this very minute.
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In the Mood for Love - The Pain of Betrayal in Rehearsal
Su Li-zhen:
Look at me, do you have a mistress?
Chow Mo-wan:
Yes!
Su Li-zhen:
I didn't expect it to hurt that much.
Chow Mo-wan:
This is just a rehearsal.
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In the Mood for Love - Reflections on Marriage and Individuality
Chow Mo-wan:
I sometimes wonder what I'd be if I hadn't married. Have you ever thought of that?
Su Li-zhen:
Maybe happier! I didn't know married life would be so complicated! When you're single, you are only responsible to yourself. Once you're married, doing well on your own is not enough.
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In the Mood for Love - A Conversation About Communication and Feelings
Su Li-zhen:
Why didn't you call me today?
Chow Mo-wan:
I was afraid you won't like it.
Su Li-zhen:
Then don't call me ever again.
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In the Mood for Love - A Conversation About Elegance and Kindness
Chow Mo-wan:
That handbag I saw you with this evening... Where did you buy it?
Su Li-zhen:
Why do you ask?
Chow Mo-wan:
It looked so elegant. I want to get one for my wife.
Su Li-zhen:
Mr. Chow, you're so good to your wife!
Chow Mo-wan:
Not really! My wife is so fussy. Her birthday is some days away. I don't know what to get her. Could you buy one for me to give her?
Su Li-zhen:
Maybe she wouldn't want one just exactly the same.
Chow Mo-wan:
You're right, I didn't think of that.
Su Li-zhen:
A woman would mind.
Chow Mo-wan:
Yes, especially since we're neighbors. Do they come in other colors?
Su Li-zhen:
I'd have to ask my husband.
Chow Mo-wan:
Why?
Su Li-zhen:
He bought it for me on a business trip abroad. They aren't on sale here.
Chow Mo-wan:
Then never mind.
Su Li-zhen:
Actually... I want to ask you something too. Where did you buy your tie?
Chow Mo-wan:
I don't know where it came from. My wife buys all my ties.
Su Li-zhen:
Really?
Chow Mo-wan:
She bought this one on a business trip abroad. It's not on sale here.
Su Li-zhen:
What a coincidence!
Chow Mo-wan:
Yes.
Su Li-zhen:
Actually... My husband has one just like it. He said it was a gift from his boss. So he wears it every day.
Chow Mo-wan:
And my wife has a bag just like yours.
Su Li-zhen:
I know, I've seen it.
Chow Mo-wan:
What are you getting at, actually?
Su Li-zhen:
I thought I was the only one who knew.
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In the Mood for Love - A Conversation About Writing Progress
Chow Mo-wan:
I have a chapter to finish.
Su Li-zhen:
Where have you got to?
Chow Mo-wan:
The drunken master just showed up.
Su Li-zhen:
When did he get written in?
Chow Mo-wan:
Just now!
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In the Mood for Love - A Conversation on Longing and Connection
Su Li-zhen:
Why did you call me at the office today?
Chow Mo-wan:
I had nothing to do. I wanted to hear your voice.
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In the Mood for Love - Hope and Uncertainty in Relationships
Su Li-zhen:
Am I hopeless?
Chow Mo-wan:
Not really.
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In the Mood for Love - An Invitation to Share an Experience
Chow Mo-wan:
It's me. If there's an extra ticket... would you go with me?
Su Li-zhen:
It's me. If there's an extra ticket... would you go with me?
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