In the Mood for Love Page #2

I bet everything I had.

And I lost my shirt!

What did you expect?

I thought it was my lucky day.

Anyhow, I had only $2 left.

So I went to the whorehouse.

You were in no shape for sex!

I thought it would improve my luck.

What would $2 buy you?

I'm Kwai-fei's regular.

She gives me credit.

You can have it on credit?

I left my I D card and said

I'd be back to redeem it.

I thought a few dollars

would be easy to rustle up.

But so far nothing.

I'm way overdue.

So?

Four Eyes was there yesterday.

Saw her waving my I D

around in front of everyone.

So embarrassing!

Anyway, lend me $30!

This is all I can spare.

I need $10 for myself.

Pay you back next month.

- Let's have a late snack.

- What?

All I've had today

is some won-ton noodles.

Let me finish writing this first.

I'm not sure

I should tell you this...

What?

I saw your wife

in the street yesterday.

So what?

She was with some guy.

Probably a friend.

Just thought you should know.

Mr. Ho's still in a meeting.

He says he can't manage dinner.

Yes, we're very busy now.

I will.

I'll ask Mr. Ho to call.

- Have you called Miss Yu?

- Yes, I have.

What did she say?

Asks you to call her later.

And Mrs. Ho says she's ready

to cut her birthday cake.

She wants you to hurry home.

- Did you get me a present for her?

- Yes, this.

- What is it?

- A scarf.

- I think Mrs. Ho will like it.

- Thank you.

And here's your change.

I'm always troubling you.

Use it for bus fare.

Why don't you dine with us tonight?

Thank you, I've already

planned to see a film tonight.

Then I won't keep you.

Tomorrow will be quiet.

Take the morning off.

Are you going out tonight?

Don't forget your keys.

All the neighbors

are dining out tonight.

I have a lot to do here.

I'll be late.

What is it, Mrs. Chan?

I heard voices,

I thought Mr. And Mrs. Koo

were back.

Not yet. Anything I can help with?

No, I just wanted a chat.

- Are you alone?

- Yes, I am.

You're back early today!

I came back to rest.

I'm not feeling well...

What is it?

I have some medicines...

Don't trouble yourself,

I'll sleep it off.

In that case...

I'll leave you in peace.

It was your wife.

Have you spoken to your wife yet?

Then we shouldn't meet anymore.

Any news from the Philippines?

Yes, a telex.

There's a typhoon,

so the ship's still docked.

Please inform Chan

that the shipment may be delayed.

Ask if that's a problem.

Your wife rang.

You don't need to pick her up.

She's playing mahjong with Mrs. Lau.

She'll meet you

at the restaurant at 5.30.

And there's a gift from Miss Yu.

She was here?

No, she had it sent over.

She says she'll dine alone

since it's your birthday.

Please phone her

when you have a moment.

- I'll get you another coffee.

- Thank you.

Thank you.

That tie looks good on you.

You noticed?

It's much like the old one.

You notice things

if you pay attention.

I'll be off now.

If Chan has a problem,

let me know at the restaurant.

I will.

Why did you change your tie?

The new one was too showy.

I should stick with my own.

Don't forget to lock up.

By the way,

haven't seen your husband lately.

He's abroad now,

on company business.

That's why I see you

at the noodle stall.

I don't like cooking for myself.

Haven't seen your wife

lately either.

Her mother's ill.

She's at home with her.

That explains it.

Good night!

Good night!

Mrs. Chan, I'm glad you're back!

It's raining so hard!

I was going to look for you

with an umbrella.

You're too kind.

Amah, who is it?

It's Mrs. Chan.

Mrs. Suen!

Caught in the rain?

I said you could eat with us!

Next time... Enjoy your game.

Her husband's always away.

It's sad to see her so lonely.

She dresses up like that

to go out for noodles?

Mr. Chow!

What are you doing here?

Just calling Mrs. Koo to the phone.

You're late back.

I went to the pictures.

I'll be going.

Hello?

Yes, please hold on.

- Who is it?

- It's for Mrs. Chan.

It must seem odd to ask you out,

but I want to ask something.

That handbag I saw you with

this evening...

Where did you buy it?

Why do you ask?

It looked so elegant.

I want to get one for my wife.

Mr. Chow, you're so good

to your wife!

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?

Maybe she wouldn't want one

just exactly the same.

You're right, I didn't think of that.

A woman would mind.

Yes, especially since

we're neighbors.

Do they come in other colors?

I'd have to ask my husband.

Why?

He bought it for me

on a business trip abroad.

They aren't on sale here.

Then never mind.

Actually...

I want to ask you something too.

What?

Where did you buy your tie?

I don't know where it came from.

My wife buys all my ties.

Really?

She bought this one

on a business trip abroad.

It's not on sale here.

What a coincidence!

Yes.

Actually...

my husband has one just like it.

He said it was a gift from his boss.

So he wears it every day.

And my wife has a bag

just like yours.

I know,

I've seen it.

What are you getting at, actually?

I thought I was the only one

who knew.

I wonder how it began.

It's late.

Won't your wife complain?

She's used to it. She doesn't care.

And your husband?

He must be asleep by now.

Shall we stay out tonight?

My husband would never say that.

What would he say?

Anyhow, he wouldn't say that.

Someone must have made

the first move.

Who else could it be?

It's late.

Won't your wife complain?

She's used to it. She doesn't care.

And your husband?

He must be asleep by now.

I can't say it.

I understand.

After all, it's already happened.

It doesn't matter

who made the first move.

Do you really know your wife?

You order for me.

Why?

I've no idea what your wife likes.

What about your husband?

Like it hot?

Your wife likes hot dishes.

Why did you call me

at the office today?

I had nothing to do.

I wanted to hear your voice.

You have my husband down pat.

He's a real sweet-talker.

Why didn't you call me today?

I was afraid you won't like it.

Then don't call me again.

Mrs. Chan!

A letter from your husband.

It's not for me,

it's for Mr. Chow next door.

The Japanese stamp made me think

it was your husband.

So I was wrong.

Your wife's in Japan?

How did you know?

What did she say in her letter?

Nothing special.

Anything about

when she'd be back?

No.

What do you think

they're doing right now?

- Are you all right?

- I'm fine.

Please pull up here!

Why?

I'll get off first.

No, let me.

- Mrs. Chan!

- Ah Ping! You're back?

Visiting Mr. Chow?

Yes, I thought we'd have lunch.

But he isn't well.

What's wrong with him?

He's got a fever. He's all alone.

So I'm gonna buy him

something to eat.

The congee downstairs

is quite good.

He doesn't want congee.

What does he want?

Can't taste anything,

so he wants sesame syrup.

Damned troublesome!

Amah!

Mrs. Suen, she's hanging

the washing on the roof.

Oh, you're back.

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