入了这个局 却不肯认输
“Neither of us is willing to admit defeat.”
THE DIALOGUE REEL
凌奕凯跟我是一样的人
“Ling Yikai and I are the same type.”
入了这个局 却 不肯认输
“Neither of us is willing to admit defeat.”
非要赢一局
“We just have to win a round.”
“We are both too proud to walk away, even when it might destroy us.”
The concept of '局' (game, trap, setup) reflects traditional strategic thinking where social or business relations are viewed as interdependent chess matches demanding face and perseverance.
LEARNING CHUNKS & PARTICLES
entered the game / got entangled in the scheme
A metaphorical idiom denoting that someone has become involved in an intricate, risky power dynamic or situation.
refusing to concede defeat
Used to describe an obstinate, highly competitive person who refuses to back down even against adverse odds.
Indicates completion of the action '入', confirming that entry into the complex situation is already an established reality.
VOCABULARY & EXPRESSIONS
Parallel Spoken Cinema Scenes (语义近邻切片)
“I know that if I don't get in the game now, I'll be left behind by the times.”
“But won't everyone think I'm the one who set this up?”
“If you still won't admit it, come back with me.”
“You can't back out from this game now.”
“for your current situation”
“Even if you did go to jail, I'd still bring you meals.”