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[Debit Queen]

[Episode 6]

Ping'er.

Although I can't really understand it,

I just feel it’s amazing.

Are you really just a maid?

A maid?

Do you look down on maids?

We maids can be

cultured too.

Of course, I don't look down on maids.

I just think

this is definitely better written than

what Wang Zixuan wrote.

The teacher will surely

praise me tomorrow.

It’s my fault that I forgot the time.

I’ll go get you something to eat.

Okay.

Okay.

Come on, let’s go have a drink.

Let's go.

Let’s go.

Young Master.

Young Master.

Something big has happened.

Speak.

Although you said not to go

looking for the Young Madam today,

I still asked someone

to inquire.

The Young Madam went to

the Fulai Inn today

and was helping out there.

But she left in the afternoon,

and her maid

still hasn’t returned.

I'm afraid...

I'm afraid she’s run away, Young Master.

What should we do?

Tomorrow is

the Imperial Merchants Recommendation Conference.

Where are we going

to find another Young Madam now?

If I leave, I’ll never come back.

Don't regret it.

Young Madam.

Young Madam, the Young Master didn’t mean it that way.

Young Master.

You shouldn’t worry too much.

I think with the Young Madam’s personality,

she might have just been

delayed by something.

Should I go

ask around again

to see if anything really happened?

What could have happened to her?

Let’s not spread this around for now.

We’ll deal with it after tomorrow’s event.

Yes, Young Master.

Have you packed everything?

Yes.

Don't lose

anything valuable.

Got it.

This is bad.

Bro.

The lamb chops are ready?

What are you talking about?

I need to think of a way

to stall for time.

What?

Sorry about this.

Why are you yelling?

Knife Sir, he's hungry.

He howls when he’s hungry.

I'm hungry too.

Do I howl?

Bro, I'm hungry too.

We’ve finished all the food.

I’m starving to the point of losing weight.

Where are you losing weight?

Look.

Your flesh.

I’m thinner than I was yesterday.

Don’t the hostages

have all sorts of things in their bag?

But I don’t know how to cook.

Knife Sir.

I can.

I can cook.

I’m a great cook.

Here comes the delicious food.

You go first.

This is actually pretty good.

Eat more.

Bro, shouldn’t we save some of this good food

for Qiang and the others?

Save what?

They’ve been chasing one girl for so long,

delaying my plans.

True.

Knife Sir.

Since we're just waiting around,

how about I entertain you

with something?

Sure.

Sure?

Do you think I'm that kind of person?

Are you trying to seduce me?

Not a chance.

No.

You've misunderstood.

What I meant is

that I’ll join that friend from the Western Regions

to play a game with you two,

"Ascension."

Ascension?

First round, designate the main card.

Club Two.

Shuffle the cards.

Dealer plays.

Two twos.

Two tens.

The opponents score.

Tao Meili, hurry up.

I can’t stall much longer.

Come on.

I can't.

I can't run anymore.

Ling Se, you wretched girl.

Is your life really worth that much?

Is it worth me risking my life?

I’m begging you.

I’ve put my life

in your hands now.

You’d better hurry and find Xu Zilu

to save my worthless life.

If you dare die,

you're really dead.

Young Master.

You didn’t sleep all night, did you?

Young Master.

Ping'er!

Didn’t you run away

with the Young Madam?

Run away?

Why would I run away?

Last night, at the academy,

I accidentally...

Is there

any breakfast at home?

I’m really hungry.

Where is she?

She’s not home?

No.

The Young Madam didn’t return all night.

And you weren’t here either.

We all thought

she ran away with you.

How could that be?

If she wanted to run away,

she wouldn’t have spent all night copying texts.

She told me before,

even if it's just for the sake of the Old Madam,

she wouldn't

leave at such a crucial moment.

How could you think

so poorly of my lady?

My lady

is very loyal.

Fuding.

Go and send people to find her, quickly.

Yes.

She didn't come back all night.

So why are you just now

thinking of going to find her?

Could you stop fooling around, please?

I don't have time for that.

Xu Zi...

Zilu.

Go and save that wretched girl.

If you're any later, it’ll be too late.

Wretched girl?

Are you talking about my lady?

Yes.

What exactly happened?

Last night, the two of us were kidnapped by a man

with a beard

all over his face.

She told me to escape and get help as quickly as possible.

I left markers along the way.

Hurry and go.

You’re going to save her, right?

Young Master.

What about the Imperial Merchants Recommendation Conference?

If you leave, doesn’t that mean you're forfeiting?

Oh no.

I really wasn’t thinking straight.

Isn’t the Imperial Merchants Recommendation Conference today?

I’m doomed.

Bro!

Bro!

Bro!

Bro!

Bro!

What happened to you guys?

Where is she?

We couldn’t find her.

We searched

the forest all night.

Look, I even

hurt my arm.

This is really from a fall.

You.

Tao Meili, you’re back!

Hurry.

Who told you to untie her?

Bro.

I didn’t know.

Bro.

You asked me to untie her.

Cut the crap.

Chase her!

Stop! Stop!

Where's your backup?

He got held up and couldn't come.

We need to run away ourselves.

Stop!

Go and check

if Xu Zilu has arrived.

Yes, My Lord.

Governor.

The time for the Imperial Merchants Recommendation Conference

was decided

jointly by the government

and our Chamber of Commerce.

It's already an hour past the appointed time.

Why hasn't it started yet?

We're still waiting on someone.

Something came up.

Maybe there's a traffic jam.

We can wait a bit longer, can’t we?

When has there ever been a traffic jam

in Lichun

that lasts an hour like in Furong?

Everyone,

even though the Xu family

is the wealthiest in Lichun,

they shouldn't

keep us, the seniors,

waiting for so long. Right?

Yes.

It’s quite improper.

Indeed.

How can someone so unpunctual

be trusted?

Exactly.

How can he be worthy

of the title of Imperial Merchant?

That's right.

Linchun

has more than just the Xu family

to represent it.

I recommend the Tao family

to represent Lichun

in the Imperial Merchant selection.

Oh, I wouldn’t dare.

If the Xu family doesn’t show up,

it can be considered an automatic withdrawal.

I think there’s no need to wait any longer.

The Xu family has arrived.

Everyone, my apologies

for keeping you waiting.

My son may not be worth waiting

an hour for,

but I wonder if I

am worth waiting

just a little longer for?

Madam Xu.

Madam Xu.

Madam Xu.

Madam Xu.

-My Lord. -Madam Xu, have a seat.

Okay.

Madam Xu, long time no see.

Why is everyone still standing?

We're all old acquaintances.

Please, take a seat.

Alright.

Let’s sit.

Madam Xu, are you here to take the lead

in the Xu family's bid for the Imperial Merchant position?

My son has important matters to attend to today,

so he couldn't make it.

What?

Do I

not have the right to represent the Xu family?

Of course, you do.

With Madam Xu speaking,

how could we

dare to disagree?

Mr. Song, there's no need

for sarcastic remarks.

A few days ago,

the Tao family suddenly decided to compete for the Imperial Merchant position,

without considering whether the timing was appropriate

for self-recommendation.

None of us stopped them.

However, competing for the Imperial Merchant title is a serious matter,

requiring genuine skill and competence.

If you think that being late is enough

to force the Xu family to step aside,

then you’re being overly naive.

That wouldn’t convince anyone.

Yes, no one would be convinced.

Definitely not.

Since Madam Xu has spoken,

how about we

set a three-month deadline?

Whichever family earns

more profit by then

will become the final candidate

for the Imperial Merchant position.

Madam Xu, you don't have any objections, do you?

What objections could I have?

As long as you have the ability to do so.

That's great.

Okay.

Then it’s settled.

Go!

Stop!

Stop! You can't escape.

I won't run anymore.

Stop! Stop!

Stop! Stop!

Hurry, Luodi.

I can't run anymore.

Hang in there. We're almost there.

I can't keep going.

I'll help you up.

-Just a little more. -Stop running.

Why did you run so fast?

Knife Sir.

Good thing you guys got here in time.

I couldn’t catch up to them.

You sure put on quite a show.

The act just goes on and on, doesn’t it?

Knife Sir.

It was my fault.

We'll go back with you.

Please forgive us.

I’ve figured it out.

There’s a world of difference between our trades.

We can’t handle this business

of human trafficking.

We'll just stick to being bandits.

You two don't need to be afraid.

On the road to the afterlife, at least you'll have each other for company,

so it won’t be lonely.

Knife Sir.

I was wrong.

Please don't kill me.

Go to hell!

Bro!

Bro!

Xu Zilu!

Bro, are you okay?

Let me finish him off!

Move aside, I’ll handle this myself.

I’ll show you

what real strength is.

Xu Zilu, watch out!

You backed into it yourself.

I didn’t do it on purpose, you know.

You think you can save the damsel in distress

with such little skill?

I can't beat you guys,

but I brought backup.

Hurry.

Hurry!

Hurry!

Don't move!

Don't move!

Freeze!

Put the knife down.

Don't move!

Put the knife down!

Bro! Bro!

Put the knife down.

Don't move!

Don't move.

Behave yourself. Let's go.

Xu Zilu,

if you were any later, you'd be a widower by now.

Good thing you're alright.

Let's go.

It's good that you're okay.

Why are you trying to act cool?

Xu Zilu.

Were you

worried about me just now?

Does that mean I don't have to

copy the texts anymore?

You wish.

You wish.

[Prefecture Office]

Zilu, I have to

thank you for his help this time.

You’ve helped me crack

a major case.

Miss Tao and Young Madam Xu,

truly are as capable as any man.

I’ll be sure

to give them both

high praise

in my report.

Maybe...

-The court will even grant... -The court...

a commendation to Linchun.

A commendation?

With money involved?

Stingy Girl, have you fallen into a pit of money?

I still need to interrogate this petty criminal.

I won’t see you off.

Tao Meili,

thank you for this.

For what?

On my way back,

I thought about leaving you

to fend for yourself in the mountains.

But I was too kind-hearted.

Now, I’m a bit regretful.

If you

could stop

being so stubborn,

maybe I'd

like you a little more.

Why would I need you to like me?

Tao Meili has quite a temper.

But she’s not a bad person.

You’ve got some nerve talking about others.

Do you even realize

how much trouble you caused?

What are you looking at?

Let’s go home.

I got kidnapped.

What did I say?

Why are you yelling at me?

It hurts.

My Lady, it hurts.

My Lady, you are finally back.

I...

He and I were worried sick.

Worried sick?

Worried sick,

but you didn’t come to find me?

If you had come sooner,

would I have been in such a sorry state?

But you told me

to stay home and keep an eye on Master,

so he wouldn’t find out.

Don't worry.

I remembered that.

Master still

hasn’t noticed anything.

How dare you say that?

Do you believe

I will twist your ear off?

I won’t dare anymore.

Next time something like this happens,

I’ll rush to save you

first thing.

That's more like it.

It hurts so much.

My Lady.

You must’ve been scared, right?

How about I get you something to eat?

I’ll tell the kitchen to prepare it.

And if you want to go somewhere tomorrow,

I’ll make arrangements.

Meili.

Meili.

My good little precious Meili.

Let me see.

That wretched girl

didn’t do anything to you, did she?

No, Dad.

I kidnapped her.

What could she do to me?

I hold you in my hands,

afraid to drop you,

and in my mouth, afraid you’ll melt.

That wretched girl

dared to make you cry.

I’ll make her cry.

I’ll make her whole family cry.

Dad.

But we shouldn’t stoop to her level.

That wretched girl

isn’t even worthy to carry my shoes.

If we stoop to her level,

aren’t we just elevating her?

Let’s just forget about it.

This can’t just be forgotten.

That wretched girl

is getting too bold.

She thinks

that just because she’s married into the Xu family,

she can treat

my good little precious Meili

like this.

That means she doesn’t

respect me at all.

And that Xu Zilu,

is there something wrong

with his brain?

What part of my Tao family’s daughter

isn’t good enough for him?

Dad.

I really

don’t like Xu Zilu anymore.

Next time, I’ll find

someone even more handsome.

Let’s just let it go.

We can't just let it go.

We've been under

the Xu family's thumb for years.

I've already been unhappy about it,

and now this happens.

I have to find a way

to make sure the Xu family

doesn't become the Imperial Merchant.

Dad, just let it go.

This matter

is truly over for me.

As for business,

do whatever you want.

Sibing.

Should I be heading to school now?

Prepare the carriage.

Right away.

Wait, Meili, you just got back.

You haven't even rested properly.

How can your body handle it?

Forget about school today.

Dad will get you a leave of absence.

No.

I can't miss the Master's lessons.

Dad, I'm leaving now.

Meili.

Meili.

My good little precious Meili

has grown up.

She knows to study hard now.

Have a bowl of chicken soup before you go.

Where did you get this from?

It looks like poison.

Why do you care so much?

It's just a small wound.

Hurry up and apply the medicine.

No.

My Lady.

I faint at the sight of blood.

You should do it yourself.

Am I the lady here, or are you?

How can you be afraid of something like this?

I'll do it.

Young Master Xu.

I'll leave you to it.

I'll leave now.

Ping'er.

Ping'er!

Young Master.

I'm already injured.

Don't give me any more trouble.

What's wrong?

What are you doing?

You're using a burn ointment.

You need to wipe it off.

Wouldn't your hands be...

I'm not going to touch you.

As long as you don't touch me, it's fine.

By the way,

did the Imperial Merchants Recommendation Conference

get delayed because of this?

None of your business.

When you're not talking, you're actually quite nice.

But as soon as you start speaking, it feels like...

Alright, it's done.

Well...

Young Master.

About this... well... um...

I've already seen your great work.

Well.

Young Master Xu.

Look.

I've already walked through

the gates of hell

and even hurt my hand.

Can I skip copying the books now?

You also stole my cart and rice jar.

Let’s call it even.

I've already

sent someone to repair your cart.

It'll be fixed in a couple of days.

And here,

this is the agreement you wanted earlier.

I've drafted it for you.

Why are you suddenly giving me the agreement?

There’s no trick, right?

I didn’t give it to you before

because the Imperial Merchant Recommendation Conference

is a significant matter.

If people

find out that we’re

in a contractual marriage,

it could be considered a crime against the emperor,

punishable by the execution of our entire families.

That serious?

Now you understand.

So, it’s still not too late to back out.

Forget it.

If there's money to be made, I won’t pass it up.

We’re like brothers.

If you had troubles,

you should have told me earlier.

I would have understood.

Don't worry, Bro.

I’m a person

who can keep a secret.

To be honest,

we should thank Tao Meili.

If she hadn’t kidnapped me,

you wouldn’t have known

how honest

and trustworthy I am, right?

Why is it that you’ve thanked everyone

but haven’t thanked me?

I was the one who saved you from the knife.

Of course, I should thank you.

Thank you.

How about this?

I'll splurge today.

My treat.

I’ll take you to World's Best Noodles.

How does that sound?

Alright.

Let's go.

[Prince Xian's Mansion]

Your Highness.

Eunuch Zhou

should have already arrived in Linchun.

Did you make sure he understood

all the instructions?

Yes, everything was explained clearly.

But I’m a bit concerned.

Eunuch Zhou

has always been greedy for small gains.

I’m worried

he might mess up your plans.

As long as he has any sense,

he wouldn’t dare

play any tricks on me.

You don’t need to worry about this.

Understood.

Are you saying that Prince Xian

has sent someone to Linchun?

Yes.

That person went to the Xu family after nightfall.

Could it be that

the Xu family is in trouble?

I don't think so.

We received word

from our shipping contacts

that the Xu family is transporting a shipment of pepper

via the waterways to South Fujian.

It should arrive at the port in the next few days.

No wonder they

so readily agreed

to compete on the three-month revenue.

So, they’ve resolved

the pepper issue.

My Lord.

We’ve always

been slightly behind the Xu family.

Now that Xu Zilu

has managed to resolve this crisis,

how

can we possibly

surpass them

in just three months?

Why panic?

The shipment hasn’t arrived yet, right?

Use your brain.

Find a way.

Prevent them from getting that shipment.

Right.

Wait a minute.

My Lord.

Find out

where Prince Xian’s envoy

is staying.

Tomorrow, I’ll pay my respects.

Understood.

Eunuch Zhou, you’ve come to Linchun

without any prior notice.

I apologize for not welcoming you properly.

How can you say that, Mr. Xu?

I’m simply carrying out

a task for the prince

in the south.

I happened to pass through Linchun,

so I decided to stop by

and check on the orders from the Prince's Mansion.

It’s nothing urgent.

Perhaps

tomorrow, I could take you

to the incense workshop for a visit?

That won’t be necessary.

Mr. Xu, your reputation precedes you.

I trust the quality

of Jiuzhongtian’s products.

However,

I must remind you

that this incense is for sacrificial use.

The timing

must not be delayed.

Rest assured, Eunuch.

The delivery

will be on time.

And we won't delay the prince’s

important matters.

Here’s a small token.

It might come in handy during your travels.

If you need anything else,

don’t hesitate to ask.

How could I accept such a generous gift

from you?

But if you insist,

I’ll graciously accept.

It’s getting late,

so I’ll take my leave now.

Butler Tang, see the Eunuch out.

Of course.

Sir, this way, please.

Why did Prince Xian's man

suddenly come to rush the order?

Could it be that he knows

about our shortage of ingredients?

I think this eunuch

is probably just short on money.

Problems that can be solved with money

are not real problems.

[Agreement]

Don't worry, Se.

This time, there’s absolutely

no issue with the agreement.

But I have to say,

Xu Zilu’s writing skills

are indeed impressive.

If he were to take the imperial exam,

he might even become the top scholar.

By the way, Se,

does that mean the tricks you planned earlier

are now unnecessary?

What's wrong?

Ping'er.

Didn’t we gather

some dirt on Xu Zilu

yesterday?

Yes.

And we even discussed

spending a lot of money

to spread it far and wide.

What about it?

You forgot you hired Nosy Parker?

Don’t you think

the dirt we collected,

like him being weak

or unable to lift heavy things,

isn't too big

of a deal?

Of course.

Who would care about that?

But I think

you might have wasted your effort again.

You could’ve

spent that money on some good food instead.

You’re right.

Now I’m relieved.

Let's tidy

this up

and go to bed.

Let me tell you,

when I was younger,

I dreamed of marrying Mr. Xu.

Mr. Xu? That Xu Zilu?

Yes, but now that I think about it,

I'm glad he didn’t

choose me back then.

Isn’t he

rich and handsome?

Yes, but I heard

he's so weak and can’t even lift anything heavy.

Why would you despise him for that?

Can’t lift anything?

You didn’t know?

There’s even a satirical poem about it

making the rounds in the streets.

Tell me more!

I didn't expect that he...

The whole city knows.

Such a handsome man, what a pity.

Fortune.

By the way, Madam Xu,

there's a folk song circulating

in the streets.

Have you heard it?

I haven't heard it.

The richest man in Linchun, Xu Zilu,

kills enemies bare-handed, truly powerful.

4 of Circles.

The richest man in Linchun, Xu Zilu,

kills enemies bare-handed, truly powerful.

Strong on the outside, weak on the inside.

What a pity.

What did you say?

Say it again!

Zilu, you're back.

Come here quickly.

Greet the three doctors.

This is

Doctor Wang from Huichun Hall.

This is Doctor Liu from Yuqing Hall.

Young Master Xu.

And this is Doctor Tian from Shengshou Hall.

These three

are the top physicians

in our city.

Today,

I specially

invited them to the house

for a consultation.

I'm sure they'll find the cause of your ailment

and provide the right treatment.

That’s not necessary. I’m not sick.

Excuse me.

Come with me.

I’m really not sick.

I've already taken care of

these people with money.

They won’t spread anything

that happens here today.

This illness of yours

concerns the future of our Xu family.

You need to take it seriously, do you understand?

What are you talking about?

You still want to deceive me?

You still want to deceive me?

This satirical poem

has spread all over town.

I...

Mother.

How can you believe in rumors?

How is it a rumor?

Come back!

And you still have the nerve to visit Se.

You’d better get this illness treated.

Doctors,

how should we treat

my son's condition?

Touching

can directly determine the strength of his ability.

That’s not appropriate.

In my opinion,

he needs to take medicine to suppress the yin and boost the qi.

Use mental diversion,

combined with nourishing yin and dietary supplements.

Inspection by looking, listening, questioning, and feeling the pulse

can detect the body fluids.

Touching.

Inspection by looking, listening, questioning, and feeling the pulse.

-Touching. -Dietary supplements.

Looking, listening, questioning, and feeling the pulse.

Massage and touch.

Looking, listening, questioning, and feeling the pulse.

Fine.

Do I have to

undress here

so you can all observe and diagnose me?

Young Master Xu.

It’s not that we want to see,

it’s just our duty.

Don’t mind him.

Hurry up and examine him.

Let me handle this.

Doctors,

I actually have a similar condition.

I know that dietary supplements work particularly well.

What should I eat?

Do you think I should...

You...

Fuding, what does this have to do with you?

Young Master Xu.

Xu Zilu!

Young Master Xu.

Come back!

Don't go.

Young Master Xu.

Luckily we didn't meet.

You actually came back.

My condition of impotence

has become known throughout the city.

I really owe it all to you.

Young Master Xu, what are you saying?

You are my savior.

I’m deeply grateful to you.

How could it be me spreading rumors?

It was not me.

You still know

I’m your savior?

Is this how you speak of me?

I dare not.

I truly didn’t do it on purpose.

I guarantee there will be no next time.

You just promised yesterday

that you wouldn’t cause trouble anymore.

You tricked me

into signing a fake agreement.

You lied to me

about selling all my belongings.

Then you made me copy books

and kept me from going out. That's why...

I went out and spoke ill of you.

I just didn’t expect it

to become this severe.

So it’s

my fault?

Not entirely.

It takes two to tango.

We both share responsibility in this matter.

But don’t worry.

I’ve already

sent someone to handle it.

I guarantee there will be

no more rumors tomorrow.

You stay here. I’m leaving first.

Aren’t you afraid of women anymore?

Anyway,

this issue started because of you.

If you don’t suppress

the rumors,

neither of us will have peace.

Move aside!

Young Master.

Young Master.

Have you clarified things?

Why is it so hot?

Was it really Young Madam?

I think I'm crazy.