1 00:00:07,050 --> 00:00:16,950 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 2 00:00:17,910 --> 00:00:20,350 "One's Remaining Years" by Li Jian 3 00:00:20,350 --> 00:00:24,390 ♫ As flowers will bloom and wither ♫ 4 00:00:24,390 --> 00:00:31,070 ♫ May we pass by the magnificent scenery ♫ 5 00:00:31,070 --> 00:00:35,140 ♫ Contemplating the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 6 00:00:35,140 --> 00:00:41,790 ♫ Could it be both of us are filled with desolation? ♫ 7 00:00:41,790 --> 00:00:45,830 ♫ As flowers bloom and wither ♫ 8 00:00:45,830 --> 00:00:52,280 ♫ May we lead such a life ♫ 9 00:00:52,280 --> 00:00:56,520 ♫ Contemplating the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 10 00:00:56,520 --> 00:01:03,180 ♫ Turning back again, you and I ♫ 11 00:01:05,740 --> 00:01:11,070 ♫ Let's seize the current moment. The weather is warm and nice today ♫ 12 00:01:11,070 --> 00:01:16,360 ♫ Let's go together ♫ 13 00:01:16,360 --> 00:01:21,680 ♫ Even if the snowstorm is ahead of us ♫ 14 00:01:21,680 --> 00:01:26,470 ♫ And dyes our hair white ♫ 15 00:01:26,470 --> 00:01:28,111 [Joy of Life Season 2] 16 00:01:28,111 --> 00:01:30,980 [Adapted from Mao Ni's Joy of Life on Yuewen Group's Qidian platform] 17 00:01:30,980 --> 00:01:34,080 [Episode 14] 18 00:01:35,599 --> 00:01:38,120 The testimonies they gave before were all fake. 19 00:01:38,120 --> 00:01:42,300 They might have changed their testimonies when they were sent to the Ministry of Justice. 20 00:01:42,300 --> 00:01:45,159 Hence, Li Chengze decided to silence them. 21 00:01:45,159 --> 00:01:49,259 Everything adds up now. 22 00:01:53,680 --> 00:01:54,740 Exactly. 23 00:01:54,740 --> 00:01:58,740 Fortunately, the truth is revealed. 24 00:01:59,820 --> 00:02:04,300 Fan Wujiu is a brilliant pawn that can be used against his owner. 25 00:02:05,920 --> 00:02:08,800 But there is something I don't get. 26 00:02:08,800 --> 00:02:11,539 Why would he show up there? 27 00:02:12,439 --> 00:02:13,879 I don't get it either. 28 00:02:13,879 --> 00:02:17,499 I swear to Heaven, Fan Wujiu has already left the capital for another mission. 29 00:02:17,499 --> 00:02:21,000 Besides, you knew that I suggested the Ministry of Justice to take the culprits away. 30 00:02:21,000 --> 00:02:25,319 If I were the culprit, isn't that extra work? 31 00:02:27,120 --> 00:02:28,879 I'm confused. 32 00:02:28,879 --> 00:02:30,779 To be honest, 33 00:02:31,479 --> 00:02:33,460 I'm confused too. 34 00:02:37,039 --> 00:02:40,160 Wait. Is Fan Wujiu dead? 35 00:02:40,160 --> 00:02:43,200 No. They captured him alive. 36 00:02:43,200 --> 00:02:44,599 Everything will be all right, then. 37 00:02:44,599 --> 00:02:47,400 So long as Fan Wujiu admits that you sent him out of the capital, 38 00:02:47,400 --> 00:02:49,880 then this matter has nothing to do with you. 39 00:03:01,560 --> 00:03:04,119 But he can't admit that. 40 00:03:04,119 --> 00:03:09,559 The public mustn't know that Second Prince sent him to assassinate Fan Sizhe. 41 00:03:09,559 --> 00:03:14,700 Besides, Fan Sizhe was traveling with the members of the Inspection and Control Bureau. 42 00:03:15,500 --> 00:03:18,479 Killing authorities equals treason. 43 00:03:18,479 --> 00:03:22,000 If I were Fan Wujiu, it would be best I keep my mouth shut. 44 00:03:22,000 --> 00:03:27,060 After all, killing a murderer is better than treason. 45 00:03:27,060 --> 00:03:30,000 Did you send Fan Sizhe away? 46 00:03:30,000 --> 00:03:31,500 Yes. 47 00:03:32,800 --> 00:03:35,960 Did you plan this... 48 00:03:35,960 --> 00:03:39,160 when you sent him away? 49 00:03:39,960 --> 00:03:41,719 No. 50 00:03:41,719 --> 00:03:43,680 I couldn't have seen this coming. 51 00:03:43,680 --> 00:03:48,505 I was thinking that Second Prince wouldn't let him pass easily 52 00:03:48,505 --> 00:03:51,639 since he was involved in the Moon Embracing House. 53 00:03:51,639 --> 00:03:55,545 I just considered more for his safety. 54 00:03:55,545 --> 00:03:58,199 Judging by Fan Wujiu's skills, 55 00:03:58,199 --> 00:04:02,506 ordinary ninth-ranked guards couldn't hold him down. 56 00:04:02,506 --> 00:04:04,879 Indeed. 57 00:04:04,879 --> 00:04:07,460 Who could capture him, then? 58 00:04:08,240 --> 00:04:11,519 Needless to say, it must be someone exceptional. 59 00:04:32,839 --> 00:04:37,506 - What is this place? - You killed lives in the Capital Magistrate's presence. 60 00:04:37,506 --> 00:04:39,726 Is it fun playing dumb here? 61 00:04:43,079 --> 00:04:45,479 Kill lives? 62 00:04:45,479 --> 00:04:49,739 Why? Are you trying to deny the solid evidence? 63 00:05:24,375 --> 00:05:25,540 [Haitang Duoduo, Northern Qi Holy Maiden] 64 00:05:28,360 --> 00:05:30,000 What a surprise. 65 00:05:30,000 --> 00:05:34,939 To think that the Northern Qi Holy Maiden is protecting a Qing man. 66 00:05:34,939 --> 00:05:36,820 A Qing is killing another Qing. 67 00:05:36,820 --> 00:05:39,079 The Qi might as well play along. 68 00:05:39,079 --> 00:05:41,159 Play along, you say? 69 00:05:42,920 --> 00:05:44,880 You would like to play along. 70 00:05:46,120 --> 00:05:49,120 Having a duel with the Northern Qi Holy Maiden... 71 00:05:49,920 --> 00:05:54,300 makes my years of practice worthwhile! 72 00:06:44,520 --> 00:06:45,879 For real? 73 00:06:45,879 --> 00:06:48,239 You can kill, but never insult me! 74 00:07:03,800 --> 00:07:05,880 The defeat was well-earned. 75 00:07:07,480 --> 00:07:09,360 This is just a normal cooperation. 76 00:07:09,360 --> 00:07:12,759 Haitang Duoduo and I are not related in any way. 77 00:07:12,759 --> 00:07:14,279 I haven't said anything yet. 78 00:07:14,279 --> 00:07:15,790 I know what you are thinking. 79 00:07:15,790 --> 00:07:17,550 I have the responsibility to say that you got the wrong idea. 80 00:07:17,559 --> 00:07:20,959 - Continue if you wish. - I will even swear to Heaven! 81 00:07:21,959 --> 00:07:24,319 Who am I to Wan'er? 82 00:07:24,319 --> 00:07:27,820 - You are her father. - If so, do you think I should believe you? 83 00:07:27,820 --> 00:07:30,900 You shouldn't doubt my character. 84 00:07:32,620 --> 00:07:36,160 Didn't you entrust the Lin family and Wan'er to me because you believe I'm honest? 85 00:07:36,160 --> 00:07:39,860 This is the capital. Do I dare to trust someone honest? 86 00:07:39,860 --> 00:07:42,219 But I'm clear and innocent. Are you not going to trust me, then? 87 00:07:42,219 --> 00:07:46,820 Your shamelessness is the hope of our Lin family in the future. 88 00:07:46,820 --> 00:07:49,620 Is that a compliment or an insult? 89 00:07:49,620 --> 00:07:51,020 A compliment, of course. 90 00:07:51,020 --> 00:07:54,219 It was a masterstroke to tackle Fan Wujiu. 91 00:07:54,219 --> 00:07:57,000 The dead guards, slander, culprit, 92 00:07:57,000 --> 00:08:00,560 and all the schemes have been overturned by now. 93 00:08:00,560 --> 00:08:05,640 In this round, Li Chengze is showing signs of defeat. 94 00:08:48,440 --> 00:08:50,140 You are here. 95 00:09:04,039 --> 00:09:06,519 We don't have much time. So make it quick. 96 00:09:06,519 --> 00:09:08,119 Tell me what happened. 97 00:09:11,440 --> 00:09:15,719 I was trying to kill Fan Sizhe inside Northern Qi. 98 00:09:16,480 --> 00:09:19,160 Haitang Duoduo stepped in... 99 00:09:19,960 --> 00:09:22,020 and I lost. 100 00:09:22,020 --> 00:09:26,259 They escorted me back to the capital and detained me for a few days. 101 00:09:26,259 --> 00:09:29,119 I was knocked out this morning. 102 00:09:29,119 --> 00:09:32,380 When I woke up, I found myself in front of the Capital Magistrate. 103 00:09:32,380 --> 00:09:34,039 Haitang Duoduo escorted you back here? 104 00:09:34,039 --> 00:09:36,120 It wasn't her. 105 00:09:36,120 --> 00:09:39,820 It was the Inspection and Control Bureau. 106 00:09:41,360 --> 00:09:43,160 Inspection and Control Bureau? 107 00:09:45,600 --> 00:09:48,159 Do you know what the situation is now? 108 00:09:48,159 --> 00:09:50,000 I'm not sure. 109 00:09:50,000 --> 00:09:53,539 But don't worry. My lips are sealed. 110 00:09:53,539 --> 00:09:55,899 I won't reveal anything. 111 00:10:02,059 --> 00:10:07,019 His Highness prepared those murderers to use against Fan Xian. 112 00:10:09,220 --> 00:10:12,080 But then, your appearance 113 00:10:12,080 --> 00:10:15,400 has driven His Highness to a dead end. 114 00:10:17,570 --> 00:10:20,080 - Will I be killed? - You can't die just yet. 115 00:10:20,080 --> 00:10:22,979 - What should I do next? - First, 116 00:10:23,000 --> 00:10:26,600 don't bring up the assassination attempt on Fan Sizhe. 117 00:10:27,260 --> 00:10:29,207 - Understood. - Second, 118 00:10:29,207 --> 00:10:33,200 find another reason for the assassination in front of the Capital Magistrate. 119 00:10:33,200 --> 00:10:34,960 Don't get His Highness involved. 120 00:10:34,960 --> 00:10:37,070 With my current identity, 121 00:10:37,070 --> 00:10:39,250 they won't believe everything I say. 122 00:10:39,259 --> 00:10:41,210 It doesn't matter whether they believe it or not. 123 00:10:41,210 --> 00:10:42,970 Only a workable reason is needed. 124 00:10:42,979 --> 00:10:44,720 Sure. 125 00:10:44,720 --> 00:10:46,639 All right. 126 00:10:46,639 --> 00:10:48,439 I will do it. 127 00:10:54,639 --> 00:10:56,439 Not much time is left. 128 00:10:57,219 --> 00:10:59,120 Is there anything else you want to say? 129 00:10:59,120 --> 00:11:01,100 I will relay it to His Highness. 130 00:11:12,720 --> 00:11:14,320 Old Xie, 131 00:11:15,240 --> 00:11:17,679 did I lose my chance... 132 00:11:18,930 --> 00:11:21,440 to sit for the spring exam? 133 00:11:32,460 --> 00:11:34,879 Thank His Highness on my behalf. 134 00:11:37,419 --> 00:11:40,320 At least he gave me hope. 135 00:11:45,059 --> 00:11:47,039 Tell him that I'm thankful. 136 00:11:53,539 --> 00:11:55,120 I should get going. 137 00:11:55,120 --> 00:11:57,020 Old Xie. 138 00:11:58,340 --> 00:12:01,120 - Please do me a favor. - Go on. 139 00:12:01,120 --> 00:12:03,200 Bring me a book. 140 00:12:04,860 --> 00:12:06,760 Just one. 141 00:12:07,539 --> 00:12:09,639 I want one of the classics. 142 00:12:10,779 --> 00:12:12,879 Any of them will do. 143 00:12:17,500 --> 00:12:19,500 Thank you. 144 00:12:24,699 --> 00:12:26,599 Thank you. 145 00:12:36,740 --> 00:12:39,120 His Highness predicted that. 146 00:12:48,700 --> 00:12:50,800 [Book of Documents] 147 00:12:52,819 --> 00:12:55,459 He knows me the best. 148 00:13:24,960 --> 00:13:27,640 Tell His Highness that I'm grateful to him. 149 00:14:04,243 --> 00:14:06,180 How did they treat you? 150 00:14:06,943 --> 00:14:08,760 Do you have meat? 151 00:15:05,720 --> 00:15:09,100 Haitang Duoduo and the Inspection and Control Bureau are on Fan Xian's side. 152 00:15:09,100 --> 00:15:12,299 Is something going on between Haitang Duoduo and Fan Xian? 153 00:15:12,299 --> 00:15:13,620 I don't think so. 154 00:15:13,620 --> 00:15:15,020 Then, why did she help him? 155 00:15:15,020 --> 00:15:16,659 Because Fan Xian... 156 00:15:16,659 --> 00:15:19,400 is the future owner of the Imperial Treasury. 157 00:15:25,040 --> 00:15:28,561 [Shangjing City, capital of Northern Qi] Holy Maiden, thank you for rescuing me in such a desperate time. 158 00:15:30,340 --> 00:15:32,140 Is it all right? 159 00:15:32,879 --> 00:15:35,839 Yes. All right. 160 00:15:36,620 --> 00:15:39,059 Wait. What are you talking about? 161 00:15:39,059 --> 00:15:41,440 Shangjing City. 162 00:15:41,840 --> 00:15:44,360 Yes, of course. 163 00:15:44,360 --> 00:15:47,020 How does it compare to the capital of the Qing Empire? 164 00:15:48,220 --> 00:15:50,999 They are unique in their own way. 165 00:15:50,999 --> 00:15:52,979 Why are you acting so sneakily? 166 00:15:52,979 --> 00:15:57,219 Don't do that. I'm afraid people might recognize me. 167 00:15:57,939 --> 00:16:00,860 People in both empires look almost the same. 168 00:16:00,860 --> 00:16:03,619 Don't worry. They can't tell the difference by looking at faces. Put it down. 169 00:16:03,619 --> 00:16:05,059 It's not that. 170 00:16:05,059 --> 00:16:08,740 Do you know how famous I am in the Qing Empire? 171 00:16:08,740 --> 00:16:10,260 My father is Fan Jian. 172 00:16:10,260 --> 00:16:13,100 The Minister of Revenue. Earl Sinan. 173 00:16:13,100 --> 00:16:16,480 Imagine how dangerous it is for me as the child of a dignitary in a foreign land. 174 00:16:16,480 --> 00:16:19,840 I'm starting to admire the Fan family now. 175 00:16:19,840 --> 00:16:22,359 Thank you, Sister-in-law. 176 00:16:23,539 --> 00:16:25,339 Hold on. 177 00:16:26,579 --> 00:16:28,419 What did you just call me? 178 00:16:30,179 --> 00:16:32,200 Ha! You like that. 179 00:16:32,200 --> 00:16:34,840 But I can only call you that here. 180 00:16:34,840 --> 00:16:36,760 Sister-in-law. 181 00:16:41,200 --> 00:16:43,240 What did your brother tell you about me? 182 00:16:44,179 --> 00:16:45,900 He didn't have to tell me anything. 183 00:16:45,900 --> 00:16:47,900 The entire Qing Empire knows. 184 00:16:47,900 --> 00:16:50,059 I understand. 185 00:16:50,059 --> 00:16:51,840 You understand nothing! 186 00:16:51,840 --> 00:16:54,720 Listen, this is Qi. Don't talk nonsense. Stop calling me that. 187 00:16:54,720 --> 00:16:57,560 - We have to keep it a secret here? - No! 188 00:16:57,560 --> 00:16:59,140 Have you already revealed your relationship? 189 00:16:59,140 --> 00:17:02,540 I have nothing to do with your brother. 190 00:17:03,239 --> 00:17:05,240 Nothing. Absolutely nothing. 191 00:17:05,240 --> 00:17:07,499 Enough, Sister-in-law, you need not hide it from me. 192 00:17:07,499 --> 00:17:11,341 - I'm on your side. You have my support. - I— What nonsense are you saying? 193 00:17:11,341 --> 00:17:12,620 You haven't met the sister-in-law back in the capital. 194 00:17:12,620 --> 00:17:15,360 She is so weak and lacks energy. 195 00:17:15,360 --> 00:17:16,720 She is like Daiyu from "Dream of the Red Chamber." 196 00:17:16,720 --> 00:17:20,240 Unlike you, you are well-built... 197 00:17:21,140 --> 00:17:22,340 I'm telling you. 198 00:17:22,340 --> 00:17:25,820 I helped your brother mainly because he will take over the Imperial Treasury. 199 00:17:25,820 --> 00:17:30,300 The two empires have some trade. Do you understand? 200 00:17:30,300 --> 00:17:33,399 If civil strife arises in the Qing Empire, 201 00:17:33,399 --> 00:17:36,200 I will be happy to see that. Understood? 202 00:17:38,520 --> 00:17:42,059 So... You just won't believe me? 203 00:17:49,240 --> 00:17:52,080 - Come on. - Where are we going, Sister-in-law? 204 00:17:52,750 --> 00:17:56,759 [Oil Store] 205 00:17:56,759 --> 00:17:59,080 Here we are. Go inside. 206 00:17:59,080 --> 00:18:01,659 This is Qing's Store in Shangjing City. 207 00:18:01,659 --> 00:18:04,079 What is this for? 208 00:18:05,019 --> 00:18:07,360 Command center of spies. 209 00:18:07,360 --> 00:18:09,650 Your brother wanted me to bring you here. 210 00:18:12,900 --> 00:18:16,340 - Command center of spies? - Exactly. 211 00:18:16,340 --> 00:18:20,080 He even told you of a place like this? I know you both are... 212 00:18:20,620 --> 00:18:23,239 good friends. 213 00:18:24,419 --> 00:18:28,279 I have done my task. You are on your own now. 214 00:18:53,319 --> 00:18:54,720 Is anyone here? 215 00:18:54,720 --> 00:18:57,619 I caught a cold. I'm not serving today. 216 00:18:57,619 --> 00:19:00,060 Please help yourself. 217 00:19:07,799 --> 00:19:08,939 Guo Baokun. 218 00:19:08,939 --> 00:19:10,819 [Guo Baokun, spy stationed in the Qi] Fan Sizhe? 219 00:19:13,499 --> 00:19:14,899 You... 220 00:19:23,558 --> 00:19:26,640 Wait. That's medicine. 221 00:19:26,640 --> 00:19:28,540 Where is your brother? 222 00:19:28,540 --> 00:19:30,140 At home, maybe. I don't know. 223 00:19:30,140 --> 00:19:32,259 What are you doing here instead? 224 00:19:32,259 --> 00:19:33,540 I'm here to offer help. 225 00:19:33,540 --> 00:19:35,459 You can't be serious. 226 00:19:35,459 --> 00:19:38,219 Do you know what this place is? 227 00:19:38,839 --> 00:19:40,979 All undercover spies of the Qing Empire 228 00:19:40,979 --> 00:19:44,780 are under my command. 229 00:19:44,780 --> 00:19:48,200 Don't interfere with an important task like this. 230 00:19:49,259 --> 00:19:51,759 Why can't I come here when you are here? 231 00:19:52,540 --> 00:19:54,440 What are you saying? 232 00:19:55,340 --> 00:19:57,219 Do you know Yan Bingyun? 233 00:19:57,219 --> 00:19:59,659 Yes. He serves in the Fourth Division of the Inspection and Control Bureau. 234 00:19:59,659 --> 00:20:04,440 Even a figure like him made a mistake in Northern Qi. 235 00:20:05,380 --> 00:20:07,380 Look at me. 236 00:20:08,106 --> 00:20:11,920 Under my deployment, this little store is safe, 237 00:20:11,920 --> 00:20:14,119 as if it hides deeply in a chasm. 238 00:20:14,119 --> 00:20:16,280 The disguise is simply flawless. 239 00:20:18,140 --> 00:20:22,159 Do you still underestimate me? 240 00:21:00,759 --> 00:21:02,140 You are really good at eating, Junior Sister. 241 00:21:02,140 --> 00:21:04,000 Yogurt and fruits are the perfect pair. 242 00:21:04,000 --> 00:21:08,140 Senior Brother, what brings you here? 243 00:21:08,140 --> 00:21:10,219 [Lang Tao, Disciple of Grandmaster Ku He] His Majesty sent me here. 244 00:21:10,219 --> 00:21:15,179 He wants to know if Fan Sizhe has been sent to Guo Baokun's oil store. 245 00:21:15,860 --> 00:21:17,839 His Majesty knows about the oil store, too? 246 00:21:17,839 --> 00:21:21,340 Not only him but also all officials in the court. 247 00:21:21,340 --> 00:21:27,979 Even our reclusive master knows about it. 248 00:21:28,739 --> 00:21:31,940 His Majesty says he likes Guo Baokun. 249 00:21:31,940 --> 00:21:33,300 He mustn't leave. 250 00:21:33,300 --> 00:21:34,780 It would be a pity if someone smart replaces him. 251 00:21:34,780 --> 00:21:38,379 That's easy. Just pretend we know nothing about it. 252 00:21:40,259 --> 00:21:42,659 That's difficult! 253 00:21:43,319 --> 00:21:47,319 Pretending to overlook a careless 254 00:21:47,319 --> 00:21:50,726 and glaringly illogical mistake... 255 00:21:51,680 --> 00:21:54,019 is a way too difficult thing to do. 256 00:21:59,900 --> 00:22:01,380 Don't worry. 257 00:22:02,170 --> 00:22:04,740 As long as the whole empire puts in the effort. 258 00:22:04,740 --> 00:22:07,480 We must keep Guo Baokun here. 259 00:22:11,060 --> 00:22:12,960 In my eyes, 260 00:22:12,960 --> 00:22:17,559 the Embroidered Uniform Guards of Northern Qi are like weaklings. 261 00:22:17,559 --> 00:22:22,919 The spy network of Shangjing City works perfectly well under my current charge. 262 00:22:22,919 --> 00:22:24,699 Let me put it this way. 263 00:22:24,699 --> 00:22:27,219 The imperial guards don't come here when they patrol. 264 00:22:27,219 --> 00:22:29,119 You see, 265 00:22:29,900 --> 00:22:32,480 I have concealed myself so well. 266 00:22:33,359 --> 00:22:35,500 That sounds impressive. 267 00:22:35,500 --> 00:22:37,599 - But it doesn't feel right. - Why not? 268 00:22:37,599 --> 00:22:40,140 Speak up. Just say it. 269 00:22:42,000 --> 00:22:44,640 Everything feels right. 270 00:22:44,640 --> 00:22:49,619 Since your brother entrusted you to me, I will do him this favor. [Oil] 271 00:22:49,619 --> 00:22:52,720 You should learn and observe more. 272 00:22:52,720 --> 00:22:56,099 How about this? You will go with us for the next outing. 273 00:22:56,099 --> 00:22:58,119 What? Outing? 274 00:22:58,119 --> 00:23:00,079 - With whom? - The spies. 275 00:23:00,079 --> 00:23:02,799 - Do you spies go on outings? - What's wrong with that? 276 00:23:02,799 --> 00:23:05,140 We are far away from our hometown in this dangerous place. 277 00:23:05,140 --> 00:23:06,880 Naturally, we have fear and worry. 278 00:23:06,880 --> 00:23:10,819 So I thought we could gather for an outing or a meal when we have time. 279 00:23:10,819 --> 00:23:14,039 We can also read books together. 280 00:23:14,039 --> 00:23:16,799 Well... What if, I mean if... 281 00:23:16,799 --> 00:23:20,359 What if the Northern Qi catches you in one fell swoop 282 00:23:20,359 --> 00:23:23,279 while you are having a gathering? 283 00:23:24,060 --> 00:23:27,560 No one has ever noticed us. 284 00:23:27,560 --> 00:23:31,780 As you can see, I was born to be a spy. 285 00:23:31,780 --> 00:23:33,920 Your brother is so lucky to have me. 286 00:23:33,920 --> 00:23:35,100 Lucky him. 287 00:23:35,100 --> 00:23:36,920 It's a shame that you are going back. 288 00:23:36,920 --> 00:23:38,359 Where? 289 00:23:38,359 --> 00:23:39,759 Back to the capital. 290 00:23:39,759 --> 00:23:41,680 My brother sent me here to take you back. 291 00:23:41,680 --> 00:23:43,340 Why? 292 00:23:43,340 --> 00:23:48,679 I don't know. He mentioned he promised you to save your father. 293 00:23:48,679 --> 00:23:52,239 - Really? - He said now is the right time. 294 00:23:52,239 --> 00:23:56,119 - Did he give me an order? - I don't know. Ask him yourself. 295 00:23:58,279 --> 00:24:00,079 What about this place? 296 00:24:00,079 --> 00:24:02,120 Are you taking over? 297 00:24:02,120 --> 00:24:03,160 What's wrong with me taking over? 298 00:24:03,160 --> 00:24:06,240 All I have to do is take them out for outings and gatherings, right? 299 00:24:06,240 --> 00:24:10,180 But... I need to send you back first. 300 00:24:10,180 --> 00:24:11,740 All right. 301 00:24:15,039 --> 00:24:17,119 What is this? 302 00:24:17,119 --> 00:24:20,419 What are you doing? We have a lot of time. 303 00:24:21,400 --> 00:24:22,790 I'm packing my things. We can set off now. 304 00:24:22,790 --> 00:24:24,730 Shouldn't we do some planning? 305 00:24:24,739 --> 00:24:26,090 What is there to plan? 306 00:24:26,090 --> 00:24:28,280 We have plenty of time on the way to think about it. 307 00:24:28,280 --> 00:24:31,240 Never let our enemies predict our move. 308 00:24:31,240 --> 00:24:33,079 As long as we are quick enough, 309 00:24:33,079 --> 00:24:35,839 we can catch them off guard. 310 00:24:36,510 --> 00:24:39,100 Guo Baokun and Fan Sizhe left the oil store 311 00:24:39,100 --> 00:24:41,800 and headed out of the city with baggage? 312 00:24:41,800 --> 00:24:43,380 Yes, they were spotted the moment they left. 313 00:24:43,380 --> 00:24:45,540 We are all watching. 314 00:24:45,540 --> 00:24:47,799 Are they going back to the Qing Empire? 315 00:24:47,799 --> 00:24:49,599 It seems so. 316 00:24:50,799 --> 00:24:52,140 What do we do? 317 00:24:52,140 --> 00:24:53,839 Should we let them go? 318 00:24:53,839 --> 00:24:55,739 Don't ask me. 319 00:25:00,640 --> 00:25:02,900 Why don't you ask 320 00:25:02,900 --> 00:25:04,699 His Majesty? 321 00:25:04,699 --> 00:25:06,219 He said he wanted to keep Guo Baokun. 322 00:25:06,219 --> 00:25:11,299 According to His Majesty, you decide how to deal with Fan Sizhe and Guo Baokun. 323 00:25:16,400 --> 00:25:18,079 Is anyone replacing Guo Baokun? 324 00:25:18,079 --> 00:25:20,500 No. They left suddenly. 325 00:25:26,030 --> 00:25:28,119 I think we should just let them go. 326 00:25:28,119 --> 00:25:29,760 It's pointless keeping them. 327 00:25:29,760 --> 00:25:31,430 At least we can leave a good impression. 328 00:25:31,439 --> 00:25:33,719 Who knows? He might come back here again. 329 00:25:33,719 --> 00:25:36,000 I don't care. I'm just a messenger. 330 00:25:36,000 --> 00:25:37,800 You decide. 331 00:25:39,720 --> 00:25:42,640 You all should cherish me as the Holy Maiden. 332 00:25:42,640 --> 00:25:45,340 Don't make me do everything and enjoy your time idly. 333 00:25:45,340 --> 00:25:47,519 I'm the Holy Maiden, you know? 334 00:25:47,519 --> 00:25:49,220 Idly? (The "Xian" in Fan Xian's name means idle) 335 00:25:49,220 --> 00:25:52,839 By the way, His Majesty wants you to write to Fan Xian. 336 00:25:52,839 --> 00:25:54,260 Why do I have to write him? 337 00:25:54,260 --> 00:25:56,630 It has been some time since he returned to the Southern Qing, 338 00:25:56,630 --> 00:25:58,280 yet he has stopped updating "Dream of the Red Chamber." 339 00:25:58,280 --> 00:26:00,799 It's a bit outrageous. 340 00:26:02,680 --> 00:26:04,980 All you do is read books. 341 00:26:07,240 --> 00:26:09,500 - Let them go. - Yes. 342 00:26:10,279 --> 00:26:12,299 I will go and check on them. 343 00:26:18,480 --> 00:26:20,519 Why doesn't he write? Why me? 344 00:26:20,519 --> 00:26:22,819 Because of Fan Xian. 345 00:26:22,819 --> 00:26:24,680 What about him? 346 00:26:24,680 --> 00:26:28,679 You and him get along quite well. 347 00:26:28,679 --> 00:26:31,440 We... We get along well, my foot! 348 00:26:31,440 --> 00:26:35,800 Junior Sister, you are the Holy Maiden. Do mind your language. 349 00:26:37,650 --> 00:26:40,400 I have nothing to do with him. 350 00:26:40,400 --> 00:26:42,160 Do you think I have something to do with him? 351 00:26:42,160 --> 00:26:43,400 You people! 352 00:26:43,400 --> 00:26:44,920 I... 353 00:26:44,920 --> 00:26:46,720 So annoying! 354 00:26:47,380 --> 00:26:49,880 Junior Sister, remember to write to him. 355 00:26:49,880 --> 00:26:52,160 Tell him to update. 356 00:26:54,240 --> 00:26:56,799 Vegetables for sale! 357 00:26:56,799 --> 00:26:59,680 - Vegetables! - Make way. 358 00:27:16,640 --> 00:27:18,319 Holy Maiden. 359 00:27:18,319 --> 00:27:20,780 - How's it? - They've been acting suspiciously the entire time. 360 00:27:20,780 --> 00:27:24,119 Many people are suspecting them. But we have already handled it. 361 00:27:24,119 --> 00:27:27,019 - Where did they get the carriage? - They rented it. 362 00:27:27,019 --> 00:27:29,960 - Where is their destination? - The border. 363 00:27:31,960 --> 00:27:35,240 Did they say that directly? Didn't they think of switching to another carriage halfway? 364 00:27:35,240 --> 00:27:36,359 Exactly. 365 00:27:36,359 --> 00:27:39,800 The owner of the carriage service immediately reported to the official, but we stopped him. 366 00:27:39,800 --> 00:27:43,000 Holy Maiden, should we escort them to Southern Qing safely? 367 00:27:43,000 --> 00:27:44,580 Yes. 368 00:27:45,079 --> 00:27:47,319 If so, we have to follow them all the way. 369 00:27:49,799 --> 00:27:51,599 Thank you for your hard work. 370 00:28:00,920 --> 00:28:02,720 All clear. 371 00:28:04,599 --> 00:28:07,200 That was smart. 372 00:28:07,200 --> 00:28:11,700 You told him you wanted to go to the border, not the Qing Empire. 373 00:28:12,799 --> 00:28:17,900 Laying low is the first rule of being a spy. 374 00:28:17,900 --> 00:28:19,920 I'm pretty gifted, right? 375 00:28:19,920 --> 00:28:22,840 Sizhe, looks like... 376 00:28:22,840 --> 00:28:25,840 you have potential in this, too. 377 00:28:27,510 --> 00:28:32,719 Brother Guo, I was rude to you before. 378 00:28:32,719 --> 00:28:35,559 It wasn't until today that I realized why Fan Xian 379 00:28:35,559 --> 00:28:38,459 dared leave you in Northern Qi alone. 380 00:28:40,559 --> 00:28:43,759 Having talents like us, 381 00:28:43,759 --> 00:28:46,359 the Qing Empire will eventually take over the world. 382 00:28:46,359 --> 00:28:49,160 Well said. 383 00:28:56,799 --> 00:29:00,580 Official Fan, two pieces of news. 384 00:29:00,580 --> 00:29:03,480 Firstly, Fan Wujiu 385 00:29:03,480 --> 00:29:07,340 - has already confessed to the Ministry of Justice. - What did he say? 386 00:29:07,340 --> 00:29:10,640 I serve the Second Prince. 387 00:29:10,640 --> 00:29:15,159 Yuan Meng and Prince of Jing's heir know each other, 388 00:29:15,159 --> 00:29:19,840 and the heir frequents His Highness' place. 389 00:29:20,440 --> 00:29:22,640 That's how I got to know Yuan Meng. 390 00:29:23,359 --> 00:29:26,080 When Yuan Meng offered her service at the Moon Embracing House, 391 00:29:27,000 --> 00:29:29,799 I saw an opportunity in this 392 00:29:29,799 --> 00:29:32,480 and secretly helped the Moon Embracing House 393 00:29:32,480 --> 00:29:36,400 with the indenture matters behind His Highness' back. 394 00:29:37,440 --> 00:29:40,579 Unfortunately, someone found out. 395 00:29:40,579 --> 00:29:43,400 So I hired hitmen, 396 00:29:44,750 --> 00:29:50,120 which then led to the murder. 397 00:29:52,640 --> 00:29:54,740 I was being too greedy. 398 00:29:56,920 --> 00:29:59,060 It was all done by me. 399 00:30:02,210 --> 00:30:05,280 His confession is quite conclusive. He took all the blame for it. 400 00:30:05,280 --> 00:30:09,319 He said he used your name to hire hitmen 401 00:30:09,319 --> 00:30:11,440 in an attempt to plant the crime on you. 402 00:30:11,440 --> 00:30:13,039 That doesn't make any sense. 403 00:30:13,039 --> 00:30:17,079 If he used my name to hire the hitmen, why did he kill them? 404 00:30:17,079 --> 00:30:20,340 Those murderers left a trail leading to him, 405 00:30:20,340 --> 00:30:22,720 so he had no choice but to kill them. 406 00:30:22,720 --> 00:30:25,739 However, his confession has cleared your name. 407 00:30:25,739 --> 00:30:30,439 I was worried he might smear you for being an accomplice. 408 00:30:30,439 --> 00:30:32,330 The Second Prince and I are at each other's throats, 409 00:30:32,330 --> 00:30:35,490 no one would believe his guard conspired with me. 410 00:30:35,494 --> 00:30:38,400 As of now, Fan Wujiu can't even help himself. 411 00:30:38,400 --> 00:30:41,000 He can only cut any possible ties with the Second Prince. 412 00:30:41,000 --> 00:30:43,440 Is that really manageable? 413 00:30:43,440 --> 00:30:44,920 It's impossible. 414 00:30:44,920 --> 00:30:48,000 Are the people in the capital really that easy to fool? 415 00:30:48,000 --> 00:30:53,499 - But the Ministry of Justice didn't question his confession. - They just turn a blind eye despite knowing the truth. 416 00:30:53,499 --> 00:30:56,280 You said there were two pieces of news. What about the second news? 417 00:30:56,280 --> 00:30:58,920 You have another visitor. 418 00:30:58,920 --> 00:31:01,100 I'm seriously ill. I'm not available. 419 00:31:01,100 --> 00:31:04,400 It's Lai Mingcheng of the Imperial Censorate. 420 00:31:05,019 --> 00:31:08,300 - That fellow who impeached me last time? - Yes, it's him. 421 00:31:10,920 --> 00:31:14,539 He came to visit me. What is he up to? 422 00:31:14,539 --> 00:31:18,099 Official Fan is severely ill. 423 00:31:18,099 --> 00:31:20,319 But when he knew you came, 424 00:31:20,319 --> 00:31:23,699 he insisted on seeing you. 425 00:31:26,519 --> 00:31:28,859 How big is your house? 426 00:31:30,279 --> 00:31:31,839 My house? 427 00:31:31,839 --> 00:31:33,480 The Fan Residence. 428 00:31:33,480 --> 00:31:36,680 Fan Residence, well... I'm not sure. 429 00:31:36,680 --> 00:31:40,100 The size of the officials' residence 430 00:31:40,100 --> 00:31:44,160 is restricted according to their rank. 431 00:31:44,160 --> 00:31:46,200 If the Fan Residence exceeds that, 432 00:31:46,200 --> 00:31:49,239 I must impeach him. 433 00:31:50,799 --> 00:31:53,479 Maybe you can measure the place. 434 00:31:54,000 --> 00:31:56,859 I'm not prepared today. Do you have a ruler? 435 00:31:56,859 --> 00:31:59,279 One moment. I will bring you one. 436 00:31:59,279 --> 00:32:00,919 There is no need for that. 437 00:32:24,039 --> 00:32:27,920 Wouldn't it take too long if I measured alone? 438 00:32:27,920 --> 00:32:29,880 I don't know. No one has done this before. 439 00:32:29,880 --> 00:32:32,960 Do you need my help? 440 00:32:32,960 --> 00:32:34,799 Not for today. 441 00:32:34,799 --> 00:32:36,599 Next time. 442 00:32:41,440 --> 00:32:43,720 Official Fan, why did you get up? 443 00:32:43,720 --> 00:32:45,599 I asked you to rest in bed. 444 00:32:45,599 --> 00:32:49,099 - Young Official Fan. - You are here, Censor Lai. 445 00:32:49,680 --> 00:32:52,760 Censor Lai, I'm weak, 446 00:32:52,760 --> 00:32:55,339 so I won't stand up. 447 00:32:56,559 --> 00:32:59,000 Young Official Fan, I have asked the imperial physician. 448 00:32:59,000 --> 00:33:01,599 He said you were seriously injured. 449 00:33:04,780 --> 00:33:06,360 So I bought you some red dates. 450 00:33:06,360 --> 00:33:08,800 It's good for your blood circulation. 451 00:33:08,800 --> 00:33:10,279 Thank you so much. 452 00:33:10,279 --> 00:33:14,559 We censors are only paid a meager amount, 453 00:33:14,559 --> 00:33:16,599 unlike those officials. 454 00:33:16,599 --> 00:33:19,680 You probably have heard that within the Capital Magistrate, 455 00:33:19,680 --> 00:33:22,920 we censors are the poorest. 456 00:33:22,920 --> 00:33:26,820 I wanted to buy some supplements for you. But I can't afford that. 457 00:33:26,820 --> 00:33:29,880 Please understand. 458 00:33:29,880 --> 00:33:33,240 Red dates are good. I like red dates. 459 00:33:33,240 --> 00:33:34,790 Please sit, Censor Lai. 460 00:33:34,790 --> 00:33:36,700 Old Wang, serve the tea. 461 00:33:36,700 --> 00:33:38,310 It won't take long. 462 00:33:38,310 --> 00:33:40,100 Please have a seat. 463 00:33:41,680 --> 00:33:43,720 Let me pour some for you. 464 00:33:43,720 --> 00:33:45,920 Young Official Fan. 465 00:33:47,079 --> 00:33:50,040 Your father was poisoned, and you were seriously injured. 466 00:33:50,040 --> 00:33:53,479 Is this the Second Prince's doing? 467 00:33:56,079 --> 00:34:00,000 All I can say is... I have no proof. It's hard to say. 468 00:34:00,001 --> 00:34:04,359 - Have you heard about Fan Wujiu's statement? - I did. 469 00:34:04,359 --> 00:34:07,480 He is merely a retainer, yet he had the nerve to be involved 470 00:34:07,480 --> 00:34:09,740 in the Moon Embracing House murder case behind His Highness' back. 471 00:34:09,740 --> 00:34:12,579 - That sounds like nonsense. - So? 472 00:34:12,579 --> 00:34:15,439 So I want to impeach the Second Prince. 473 00:34:18,039 --> 00:34:20,599 You... want to impeach a prince? 474 00:34:20,599 --> 00:34:23,239 We are censors. 475 00:34:23,239 --> 00:34:26,059 We should uphold our integrity and speak against evil. 476 00:34:27,840 --> 00:34:31,760 May I ask why you are telling me this? 477 00:34:31,760 --> 00:34:35,119 Since the corruption investigation started, 478 00:34:35,119 --> 00:34:39,559 all names on that list have been officials in the capital 479 00:34:39,559 --> 00:34:42,360 connected to the Second Prince. 480 00:34:42,360 --> 00:34:47,206 If we were to dig deeper to the core, 481 00:34:47,206 --> 00:34:52,220 the Imperial Censorate alone isn't enough. 482 00:34:52,220 --> 00:34:56,500 So you are suggesting that you can't continue anymore? 483 00:34:58,110 --> 00:35:00,480 Unless the Inspection and Control Bureau 484 00:35:00,480 --> 00:35:04,400 can provide us with related case files. 485 00:35:04,400 --> 00:35:06,980 - Are you seeking my help? - Not you. 486 00:35:06,980 --> 00:35:11,320 I'm proposing a collaboration with the Inspection and Control Bureau. 487 00:35:11,320 --> 00:35:13,313 If so, you should go there. 488 00:35:13,313 --> 00:35:15,553 What are you doing here in my home? 489 00:35:22,065 --> 00:35:26,339 I don't know anyone in the Inspection and Control Bureau, but you. 490 00:35:26,339 --> 00:35:28,119 I just impeached you. 491 00:35:28,119 --> 00:35:30,960 We can be considered as acquaintances. 492 00:35:30,960 --> 00:35:33,679 What kind of acquaintance is this? 493 00:35:33,679 --> 00:35:36,599 The corruption investigation is for the sake of the empire. 494 00:35:36,599 --> 00:35:37,820 Is that a problem? 495 00:35:37,820 --> 00:35:41,079 If I agree to help you, will you still impeach me? 496 00:35:41,079 --> 00:35:43,559 Of course I will. 497 00:35:43,559 --> 00:35:47,079 You are demanding my help when you will impeach me afterward? 498 00:35:47,079 --> 00:35:49,390 This isn't a personal grudge. 499 00:35:49,390 --> 00:35:51,200 You cannot mix business with personal affairs. 500 00:35:51,200 --> 00:35:55,319 The law is strict. How can you use personal favors? 501 00:35:56,039 --> 00:35:59,280 It's like you will bite the hand 502 00:35:59,280 --> 00:36:02,280 that feeds you. 503 00:36:02,280 --> 00:36:04,520 Forget it if you don't want to help. 504 00:36:11,039 --> 00:36:12,639 I will. 505 00:36:13,920 --> 00:36:15,939 What? 506 00:36:15,939 --> 00:36:17,790 I will collaborate with you. 507 00:36:18,519 --> 00:36:21,619 Old Wang, bring Censor Lai to the Inspection and Control Bureau. 508 00:36:21,619 --> 00:36:24,719 He can access any related documents in the First Division. 509 00:36:24,719 --> 00:36:26,219 All right. 510 00:36:29,719 --> 00:36:31,840 Young Official Fan, 511 00:36:31,840 --> 00:36:35,560 you are different from what I imagined. 512 00:36:37,239 --> 00:36:39,139 Censor Lai, 513 00:36:39,139 --> 00:36:42,773 even though you have impeached me and may do so again, 514 00:36:42,773 --> 00:36:46,699 I have a feeling that one day we might become friends. 515 00:36:46,699 --> 00:36:48,199 That's impossible. 516 00:36:48,199 --> 00:36:53,300 - Officials shouldn't have personal relationships. - You are right. 517 00:36:53,300 --> 00:36:56,019 However, Young Official Fan, 518 00:36:56,019 --> 00:37:02,019 we might collaborate on the corruption investigation. 519 00:37:02,840 --> 00:37:03,960 For the sake of the empire. 520 00:37:03,960 --> 00:37:06,559 There is something I would like to ask. 521 00:37:06,559 --> 00:37:09,820 - When will you recover? - Why? 522 00:37:09,820 --> 00:37:14,580 After you recover, I'm going to impeach you for the Moon Embracing House case. 523 00:37:17,079 --> 00:37:20,019 How long will you need to finish the documents in the First Division? 524 00:37:20,019 --> 00:37:21,840 One day should be enough. 525 00:37:21,840 --> 00:37:24,360 Two days. I will attend the court session two days after. 526 00:37:24,360 --> 00:37:26,039 You will recover in two days? 527 00:37:26,039 --> 00:37:29,719 Since I have accepted your dates, I shouldn't delay you. 528 00:37:29,719 --> 00:37:31,199 Well, then. 529 00:37:31,199 --> 00:37:35,200 See you in the court in two days. 530 00:37:37,760 --> 00:37:39,440 He amazed me. 531 00:37:39,440 --> 00:37:41,340 I will see him off. 532 00:37:47,148 --> 00:37:48,539 As expected of you. 533 00:37:48,539 --> 00:37:51,920 The Imperial Censorate just impeached you, 534 00:37:51,920 --> 00:37:53,480 and here comes the second impeachment. 535 00:37:53,480 --> 00:37:56,199 You even got me involved. 536 00:37:56,199 --> 00:37:58,639 What an interesting experience for an official. 537 00:37:58,639 --> 00:38:01,419 Indeed. Other officials seek friends, 538 00:38:01,419 --> 00:38:03,619 but I seek trouble. 539 00:38:03,619 --> 00:38:06,279 You do know that. 540 00:38:07,320 --> 00:38:10,340 - It's my fault. - Says who? 541 00:38:10,340 --> 00:38:13,900 Those who harm lives or break the laws are to blame. 542 00:38:13,900 --> 00:38:17,019 Troubles always surround honest men. 543 00:38:17,019 --> 00:38:21,280 I fear anything but not trouble. 544 00:38:26,920 --> 00:38:28,720 Are you all right? 545 00:38:29,450 --> 00:38:32,000 Never mind me. 546 00:38:32,000 --> 00:38:35,380 As long as both of you recover. 547 00:38:39,320 --> 00:38:41,679 Why is he even talking to you? 548 00:38:41,679 --> 00:38:43,960 What's wrong? 549 00:38:43,960 --> 00:38:48,440 Ever since Lai Mincheng became a censor, he has been like a mad dog that bites and never smiles. 550 00:38:48,440 --> 00:38:51,800 I have never seen him greeting anyone. 551 00:38:51,800 --> 00:38:55,399 I quite appreciate Censor Lai as an official. 552 00:38:58,800 --> 00:39:01,039 The sky is getting cloudy. 553 00:39:01,039 --> 00:39:03,540 [Hanmo Hall] It's the sign of rain. 554 00:39:04,320 --> 00:39:07,259 Let's go. His Majesty is waiting. 555 00:39:14,760 --> 00:39:16,180 This isn't the way to the main hall. 556 00:39:16,180 --> 00:39:18,239 We are meeting at the Imperial Study today. 557 00:39:18,239 --> 00:39:19,860 Why? Shouldn't it be in the main hall? 558 00:39:19,860 --> 00:39:23,320 His Majesty said the Imperial Censorate's target is you. 559 00:39:23,320 --> 00:39:24,479 You are only a minor official. 560 00:39:24,479 --> 00:39:29,180 You don't deserve to use the main hall and waste the officials' time. 561 00:39:29,180 --> 00:39:31,960 Fine, I don't deserve that. 562 00:39:43,599 --> 00:39:45,260 Where should I sit? 563 00:39:45,260 --> 00:39:48,000 Sit? Stand at the back. 564 00:39:48,000 --> 00:39:50,439 Not only Young Official Fan. 565 00:39:50,439 --> 00:39:53,050 I can't believe the Imperial Censorate is so bold. 566 00:39:53,050 --> 00:39:55,440 I heard Censor Lai went to the Inspection and Control Bureau. 567 00:39:55,440 --> 00:39:57,480 Coming through. Make way. Excuse me. 568 00:39:57,480 --> 00:39:59,599 Everyone is flustered. 569 00:39:59,599 --> 00:40:02,939 - Indeed. - Tell me about it. 570 00:40:06,079 --> 00:40:07,979 Official Xin. 571 00:40:09,360 --> 00:40:12,159 - Official Fan. - Why are you hiding here? 572 00:40:13,350 --> 00:40:15,579 I'm looking at books. 573 00:40:15,579 --> 00:40:17,239 This is a good hiding place. 574 00:40:17,239 --> 00:40:19,540 No one can see us. 575 00:40:21,000 --> 00:40:22,590 I have a question. 576 00:40:22,590 --> 00:40:24,390 Why are there so many people here? 577 00:40:24,399 --> 00:40:28,360 His Majesty said this meeting isn't compulsory. 578 00:40:28,360 --> 00:40:30,880 - Attendance is voluntary. - Voluntary? 579 00:40:30,880 --> 00:40:33,239 But almost everyone is here. 580 00:40:33,960 --> 00:40:36,440 Don't take the word "voluntary" too seriously. 581 00:40:36,440 --> 00:40:39,400 Look over there. They are all here. 582 00:40:39,400 --> 00:40:42,620 No one dares skip the meeting. Right? 583 00:40:42,620 --> 00:40:45,379 His Majesty has arrived. 584 00:40:53,000 --> 00:40:54,920 This isn't like the main hall. 585 00:40:54,920 --> 00:40:57,259 No need to stand on ceremony. 586 00:41:00,599 --> 00:41:02,499 Do sit down. 587 00:41:03,760 --> 00:41:05,860 Just relax. 588 00:41:10,320 --> 00:41:11,920 Fan Xian. 589 00:41:12,760 --> 00:41:14,920 Yes, Your Majesty. 590 00:41:14,920 --> 00:41:17,660 - Lai Mingcheng. - Yes, Your Majesty. 591 00:41:18,740 --> 00:41:22,139 Do you still... want to impeach him? 592 00:41:22,139 --> 00:41:24,320 Yes. Not only him 593 00:41:24,320 --> 00:41:28,219 but also the Minister of Revenue, Fan Jian. 594 00:41:28,880 --> 00:41:32,420 Your Majesty, before Censor Lai begins, 595 00:41:32,420 --> 00:41:34,940 may I propose my impeachment? 596 00:41:36,440 --> 00:41:37,940 Go on. 597 00:41:40,599 --> 00:41:43,200 Please look at this, Your Majesty. They are all precious jewels. 598 00:41:43,200 --> 00:41:45,840 I had them appraised. They are very valuable. 599 00:41:45,840 --> 00:41:47,280 Where did you get this? 600 00:41:47,280 --> 00:41:50,800 A few days ago, Princess Lin and I visited a senior. 601 00:41:50,800 --> 00:41:52,940 He gave us this as a gift. 602 00:41:55,039 --> 00:41:57,539 Even a casual gift could be so valuable. 603 00:41:57,539 --> 00:42:00,159 There are more in his house. 604 00:42:00,159 --> 00:42:01,760 His residence is built on the mountain. 605 00:42:01,760 --> 00:42:05,400 He gathers various rare jewels from the world and has countless courtesans. 606 00:42:05,400 --> 00:42:08,459 Such extravagance is unbelievable. 607 00:42:08,459 --> 00:42:12,080 Who is this person, then? 608 00:42:12,899 --> 00:42:16,679 Chief of the Inspection and Control Bureau, Chen Pingping. 609 00:42:17,280 --> 00:42:19,319 This is outrageous! 610 00:42:24,599 --> 00:42:28,000 I accuse Chen Pingping of corruption and bribery. 611 00:42:28,000 --> 00:42:29,960 Please investigate him thoroughly, Your Majesty. 612 00:42:29,960 --> 00:42:31,840 Chief Chen. 613 00:42:31,840 --> 00:42:33,220 Yes, Your Majesty. 614 00:42:33,220 --> 00:42:34,559 Any explanation? 615 00:42:34,559 --> 00:42:36,359 Young Official Fan, 616 00:42:37,039 --> 00:42:41,119 is it wrong that I gave away my own things? 617 00:42:41,119 --> 00:42:43,400 I don't have a say in this. 618 00:42:43,400 --> 00:42:47,499 The thing is, the court is investigating corruption 619 00:42:47,499 --> 00:42:50,320 to preserve clear governance and strengthen law enforcement. 620 00:42:50,320 --> 00:42:52,220 At this point, 621 00:42:52,220 --> 00:42:55,320 I wouldn't dare to accept gifts. 622 00:42:55,320 --> 00:42:57,100 Your Majesty, 623 00:42:57,679 --> 00:43:00,000 may I explain myself? 624 00:43:01,080 --> 00:43:11,140 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 625 00:43:12,760 --> 00:43:16,660 "Excuse Me" by Zhou Shen 626 00:43:16,660 --> 00:43:21,767 ♫ The young man raises his face as he moves towards the moon ♫ 627 00:43:24,360 --> 00:43:29,480 ♫ They tease him for his arrogance. How can they be so different? ♫ 628 00:43:31,978 --> 00:43:35,740 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 629 00:43:35,740 --> 00:43:39,460 ♫ How can it remain unstained? ♫ 630 00:43:39,460 --> 00:43:44,580 ♫ As long as a silver tael has a price, who can still be truly carefree? ♫ 631 00:43:45,900 --> 00:43:48,700 ♫ You are all correct ♫ 632 00:43:48,700 --> 00:43:53,620 ♫ He said to please make way. ♫ 633 00:43:53,620 --> 00:43:55,980 ♫ Let me get drunk ♫ 634 00:43:55,980 --> 00:44:01,106 ♫ and leisurely recite a few chapters of poems ♫ 635 00:44:01,106 --> 00:44:05,340 ♫ Let me wear a white robe and cross the alley of insanity ♫ 636 00:44:05,340 --> 00:44:08,660 ♫ to catch the moonlight in the muddy pond ♫ 637 00:44:08,660 --> 00:44:10,900 ♫ Sir, I hope you will forgive me ♫ 638 00:44:10,900 --> 00:44:16,160 ♫ Your words of advice, I understand but I don't want to pretend ♫ 639 00:44:16,160 --> 00:44:20,390 ♫ Everyone searches for prosperous towns while I search for the moon ♫ 640 00:44:20,390 --> 00:44:22,940 ♫ Why should we travel together? ♫ 641 00:44:22,940 --> 00:44:24,760 ♫ I apologize ♫ 642 00:44:24,760 --> 00:44:26,740 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 643 00:44:26,740 --> 00:44:30,520 ♫ You are you. I am me ♫ 644 00:44:30,520 --> 00:44:32,260 ♫ I apologize ♫ 645 00:44:32,260 --> 00:44:34,220 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 646 00:44:34,220 --> 00:44:39,120 ♫ You are you. I am me ♫ 647 00:44:51,850 --> 00:44:55,450 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 648 00:44:55,450 --> 00:44:59,270 ♫ Remarkably worldly-wise yet hopelessly romantic ♫ 649 00:44:59,270 --> 00:45:02,300 ♫ Know there's love in your heart ♫ 650 00:45:02,300 --> 00:45:05,250 ♫ Don't ever change ♫ 651 00:45:06,760 --> 00:45:10,460 ♫ They have seen light and darkness ♫ 652 00:45:10,460 --> 00:45:14,210 ♫ And yet retained their innocence ♫ 653 00:45:14,210 --> 00:45:17,200 ♫ Cloaked in moonlight ♫ 654 00:45:17,200 --> 00:45:20,080 ♫ They travelled through the night ♫