1 00:00:07,000 --> 00:00:16,960 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 2 00:00:17,980 --> 00:00:20,350 "One's Remaining Years" by Li Jian 3 00:00:20,350 --> 00:00:24,390 ♫ As flowers bloom and wither ♫ 4 00:00:24,390 --> 00:00:31,070 ♫ May we pass by the magnificent scenery ♫ 5 00:00:31,070 --> 00:00:35,040 ♫ Contemplate the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 6 00:00:35,040 --> 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 --> 00:00:52,380 ♫ May we lead such a life ♫ 9 00:00:52,380 --> 00:00:56,420 ♫ Contemplate the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 10 00:00:56,420 --> 00:01:04,080 ♫ Turning back again, you and I ♫ 11 00:01:05,740 --> 00:01:10,970 ♫ Let's seize the current moment. The weather is nice and warm today ♫ 12 00:01:10,970 --> 00:01:16,360 ♫ Let's go together ♫ 13 00:01:16,360 --> 00:01:21,770 ♫ Even if the snowstorm is ahead of us ♫ 14 00:01:21,770 --> 00:01:26,370 ♫ And dyes our hair white ♫ 15 00:01:26,370 --> 00:01:28,310 [Joy of Life Season 2] 16 00:01:28,310 --> 00:01:30,980 [Adapted from Mao Ni's Joy of Life on Yuewen Group's Qidian platform] 17 00:01:30,980 --> 00:01:34,059 [Episode 23] 18 00:01:34,059 --> 00:01:36,540 Put the small items inside. Put them inside. 19 00:01:36,540 --> 00:01:40,079 Go now to my father's place and bring Dabao here. 20 00:01:40,079 --> 00:01:42,120 We should leave some space for Dabao. 21 00:01:43,280 --> 00:01:44,899 No! 22 00:01:46,250 --> 00:01:48,459 You can't touch that. 23 00:01:51,100 --> 00:01:53,640 Dabao is inside. 24 00:01:53,640 --> 00:01:55,820 Dabao, don't be afraid. He's not a bad guy. 25 00:01:55,820 --> 00:01:57,799 I know that. 26 00:01:57,799 --> 00:01:59,740 How many delicacies has Dabao consumed? 27 00:01:59,740 --> 00:02:01,799 Its stomach is bloated. It's going to explode. 28 00:02:01,799 --> 00:02:04,000 - It may have eaten... - Old Wang. 29 00:02:04,000 --> 00:02:06,619 Sir, let me do it. 30 00:02:09,379 --> 00:02:12,619 No. You can't touch that too. 31 00:02:12,619 --> 00:02:14,879 Do you know what's inside? 32 00:02:14,879 --> 00:02:18,659 Listen, these are hawthorns from my father. 33 00:02:18,659 --> 00:02:20,000 They're delicious. 34 00:02:20,000 --> 00:02:22,640 Your father gave you these to help with your digestion, right? 35 00:02:24,439 --> 00:02:26,839 What's wrong with you? I already told you 36 00:02:26,839 --> 00:02:28,999 not to touch it. Give it to me. 37 00:02:28,999 --> 00:02:30,360 Dabao, don't be afraid. 38 00:02:30,360 --> 00:02:31,879 It's fine. He's not a bad guy. 39 00:02:31,879 --> 00:02:33,919 Dabao has eaten to its fill. 40 00:02:35,319 --> 00:02:38,379 Father gave these to me. These are hawthorns from my father. 41 00:02:38,379 --> 00:02:39,879 Yes, they're for helping with your digestion. 42 00:02:39,879 --> 00:02:41,360 That's right. 43 00:02:42,439 --> 00:02:46,420 I already told you not to touch it. 44 00:02:46,420 --> 00:02:48,360 This is Dabao's Dabao. 45 00:02:48,360 --> 00:02:51,239 Okay. Got it. 46 00:02:58,566 --> 00:03:00,759 Put it down for me. 47 00:03:00,759 --> 00:03:02,480 Where should I... 48 00:03:05,680 --> 00:03:08,400 Young Master, don't tire yourself. 49 00:03:08,400 --> 00:03:11,780 Don't be scared. Dabao, don't be scared. 50 00:03:27,639 --> 00:03:35,519 Except for Father! Except for Father! 51 00:03:36,639 --> 00:03:39,380 Except for Father! 52 00:03:41,240 --> 00:03:43,220 Dabao! 53 00:03:51,159 --> 00:03:53,579 Except for Father! 54 00:03:56,900 --> 00:04:01,100 [Fan's Residence] 55 00:04:10,919 --> 00:04:12,620 Shi Chanli. 56 00:04:14,460 --> 00:04:16,159 Shi Chanli? 57 00:04:16,800 --> 00:04:18,480 Shi Chanli? 58 00:04:53,560 --> 00:04:55,200 Shi Chanli. 59 00:04:57,680 --> 00:05:01,699 Sir, according to the disaster report, 60 00:05:01,699 --> 00:05:05,619 it was an accidental fire caused by the dry weather. 61 00:05:09,920 --> 00:05:12,040 But this is not right. 62 00:05:12,040 --> 00:05:15,480 There must be a source for a fire caused by a natural disaster. 63 00:05:15,480 --> 00:05:17,480 Even if the wind was strong and the fire spread quickly, 64 00:05:17,480 --> 00:05:19,859 it's also impossible for a town to be burned down in an instant. 65 00:05:19,859 --> 00:05:23,059 Even if the town was burned down, 66 00:05:23,680 --> 00:05:26,440 not everyone will die. 67 00:05:29,800 --> 00:05:32,560 I know this logic. 68 00:05:32,560 --> 00:05:36,980 Doesn't the person who wrote this report knows about this too? 69 00:05:47,319 --> 00:05:51,760 The people in the town, a fire like this, 70 00:05:53,319 --> 00:05:55,680 and it became like this? 71 00:05:58,800 --> 00:06:01,059 When my men rushed there, 72 00:06:01,970 --> 00:06:04,499 the town was already burned to the ground. 73 00:06:05,600 --> 00:06:07,580 No one survived. 74 00:06:08,199 --> 00:06:11,360 Second Brother is too ruthless. 75 00:06:13,190 --> 00:06:15,299 The town was burned to the ground. 76 00:06:15,299 --> 00:06:17,659 The leads for the smuggling are cut off. 77 00:06:17,659 --> 00:06:20,120 The thing is, it's a pity that many lives were lost. 78 00:06:20,120 --> 00:06:22,000 The town is gone. 79 00:06:22,000 --> 00:06:24,060 There is always an explanation. 80 00:06:24,060 --> 00:06:26,140 An accidental fire? 81 00:06:26,879 --> 00:06:28,639 Is that all? 82 00:06:31,240 --> 00:06:33,700 Sir, may I be bold to ask? 83 00:06:34,560 --> 00:06:36,739 The person who set the town on fire, 84 00:06:38,210 --> 00:06:41,120 is he a powerful person? 85 00:06:43,480 --> 00:06:46,839 We still don't know who set the fire 86 00:06:46,839 --> 00:06:48,399 but your conclusion is correct. 87 00:06:48,399 --> 00:06:51,339 It's some who's high-ranking and powerful. 88 00:06:51,339 --> 00:06:52,979 If so... 89 00:06:55,410 --> 00:06:58,440 If so, can we still investigate the case? 90 00:07:02,399 --> 00:07:04,279 Did you know 91 00:07:05,040 --> 00:07:09,319 there was a murder case delivered to me today? 92 00:07:09,319 --> 00:07:12,860 But when it just arrived, the case was gone. 93 00:07:12,860 --> 00:07:16,179 - What do you mean by that? - The case was withdrawn. 94 00:07:16,800 --> 00:07:19,700 Shi Chanli, currently, 95 00:07:19,700 --> 00:07:24,579 if no victims are willing to pursue the culprit, it's hard to have a case. 96 00:07:24,579 --> 00:07:27,240 Sir, I want to find the culprit. 97 00:07:27,240 --> 00:07:28,360 Will you withdraw? 98 00:07:28,360 --> 00:07:30,839 Sir, my entire family is gone! 99 00:07:30,839 --> 00:07:33,619 Why would I withdraw? 100 00:07:37,920 --> 00:07:39,760 All right. 101 00:07:39,760 --> 00:07:44,860 I'll accept your case. I'll also take you under my wing. 102 00:07:44,860 --> 00:07:47,040 From now on, you're my retainer. 103 00:07:47,040 --> 00:07:49,480 I can't guarantee you'll have a quick result for this case 104 00:07:49,480 --> 00:07:53,860 but I promise you this. I'll keep investigating this case. 105 00:07:55,530 --> 00:07:59,120 Sir, I'm willing to serve you with my life! 106 00:08:02,475 --> 00:08:06,150 [Imperial Censorate] 107 00:08:31,290 --> 00:08:35,780 Seniors, I'm He Zongwei. 108 00:08:35,780 --> 00:08:38,206 Thanks to His Majesty's grace, 109 00:08:38,206 --> 00:08:41,039 I'm also one of the censors starting from today. 110 00:08:41,039 --> 00:08:44,220 Seniors, please guide me in the future. 111 00:08:53,519 --> 00:08:55,679 Here's a gift for our first meeting. 112 00:08:55,679 --> 00:08:57,800 Here's a gift for our first meeting. It's nothing valuable. 113 00:08:57,800 --> 00:08:59,640 Please accept it. 114 00:09:00,559 --> 00:09:02,440 Please guide me in the future. 115 00:09:05,919 --> 00:09:07,759 Please guide me in the future. 116 00:09:08,519 --> 00:09:11,140 Senior, please guide me in the future. 117 00:09:11,140 --> 00:09:13,480 Are you giving us gifts? 118 00:09:13,480 --> 00:09:15,039 No. 119 00:09:15,720 --> 00:09:18,360 I'm aware that Imperial Censors 120 00:09:18,360 --> 00:09:22,260 are responsible for cleaning the governance and impeaching the officials. 121 00:09:22,260 --> 00:09:26,480 Giving gifts and bribes are taboos. We must never do this. 122 00:09:26,480 --> 00:09:29,526 However, seniors, don't worry. 123 00:09:29,526 --> 00:09:33,039 These are just snacks that I bought on my way here. 124 00:09:33,039 --> 00:09:34,960 They are also the cheapest snacks. 125 00:09:34,960 --> 00:09:38,019 They're just tokens of my appreciation. 126 00:09:40,840 --> 00:09:44,119 Senior, please distribute this to everyone. 127 00:09:54,440 --> 00:09:56,740 Senior, 128 00:09:56,740 --> 00:10:00,680 is this the seat of the late Mr. Lai Mingcheng? 129 00:10:11,200 --> 00:10:14,720 Senior, do you have a fire? Please light it for me. 130 00:10:14,720 --> 00:10:16,420 What are you trying to do? 131 00:10:18,030 --> 00:10:19,879 To be honest, 132 00:10:21,410 --> 00:10:26,679 Senior Lai Mingcheng was my guiding light. 133 00:10:27,440 --> 00:10:31,260 Although we've never met, 134 00:10:31,260 --> 00:10:34,220 in my heart, he was a mentor and a friend. 135 00:10:34,860 --> 00:10:37,100 When Senior Lai passed away, 136 00:10:38,740 --> 00:10:41,200 I was extremely sad. 137 00:10:41,200 --> 00:10:43,399 Seeing where he was seated, 138 00:10:43,399 --> 00:10:46,320 I must pay my respects. 139 00:10:46,320 --> 00:10:49,240 What are you doing? You can't pray here. 140 00:10:49,240 --> 00:10:51,159 Don't do this. Get up now. 141 00:10:51,159 --> 00:10:53,480 Imperial Censor He, get up now. 142 00:10:53,480 --> 00:10:55,720 That's right. I was too excited. 143 00:11:12,000 --> 00:11:15,500 By the way, I was a commoner for quite a while. 144 00:11:15,500 --> 00:11:18,900 I only know Imperial Censor Lai was killed. I'm unaware of the cause. 145 00:11:18,900 --> 00:11:21,340 Did a villain frame him? 146 00:11:22,220 --> 00:11:24,699 So, you didn't know? 147 00:11:24,699 --> 00:11:28,519 Imperial Censor Lai was killed because of the impeachment of Fan Xian. 148 00:11:28,519 --> 00:11:32,540 He supervised Imperial Censor Lai's punishment as well. 149 00:11:34,020 --> 00:11:35,950 It was actually him? 150 00:11:35,950 --> 00:11:38,770 I even visited that villain. 151 00:11:40,360 --> 00:11:42,500 You didn't know about this. It's not your fault. 152 00:11:42,500 --> 00:11:44,600 In the future, just stay away from him. 153 00:11:44,600 --> 00:11:46,080 This won't do. 154 00:11:46,080 --> 00:11:48,960 How can I yield when facing such a villain? 155 00:11:48,960 --> 00:11:51,700 I'm going to Fan's Residence now to reason this out with him! 156 00:11:54,125 --> 00:11:56,075 [Fan's Residence] 157 00:12:00,340 --> 00:12:04,100 Brother, do you have a knife? 158 00:12:05,039 --> 00:12:06,080 No. 159 00:12:06,080 --> 00:12:08,320 Can you lend me one? 160 00:12:09,220 --> 00:12:12,040 I'm new here and not familiar with this place. 161 00:12:26,639 --> 00:12:28,279 Lend this to me. 162 00:12:36,799 --> 00:12:38,379 Thanks. 163 00:12:58,740 --> 00:13:00,579 What did you tell him? 164 00:13:00,579 --> 00:13:03,380 Young Official Fan, I request that you punish me. 165 00:13:03,380 --> 00:13:05,140 Young Official Fan, please punish me. 166 00:13:05,140 --> 00:13:09,040 He Zongwei, you're now an Imperial Censor. 167 00:13:09,040 --> 00:13:10,840 How can an official like you kneel without any reason? 168 00:13:10,840 --> 00:13:12,039 Sir, please spare me. 169 00:13:12,039 --> 00:13:14,299 When did I say I want take your life? 170 00:13:14,299 --> 00:13:19,340 Sir, I delivered a spring exam's murder case to your residence. 171 00:13:19,340 --> 00:13:21,879 I offended you. 172 00:13:21,879 --> 00:13:25,380 Sir, you know me very well. 173 00:13:25,380 --> 00:13:27,299 I know you very well. 174 00:13:27,299 --> 00:13:31,559 Sir, when it comes to literary works, your talent knows no bounds. 175 00:13:31,559 --> 00:13:35,100 When it comes to officialdom, you hold several posts and are very powerful. 176 00:13:35,100 --> 00:13:37,340 When it comes to feelings, 177 00:13:37,340 --> 00:13:39,240 you're my godfather. 178 00:13:39,240 --> 00:13:42,299 Don't. I don't have a cheap son like you. 179 00:13:42,299 --> 00:13:45,519 He Zongwei, I know you're just a tool. I don't plan to take revenge on you. 180 00:13:45,519 --> 00:13:47,440 Get up and scram. 181 00:13:47,440 --> 00:13:49,190 Sir, 182 00:13:49,190 --> 00:13:52,670 please beat me up to vent your frustrations. 183 00:13:54,179 --> 00:13:58,119 What about letting your subordinate do it on your behalf? 184 00:14:02,519 --> 00:14:04,899 You're here for a beating? 185 00:14:05,799 --> 00:14:09,380 Sir, after the demise of Imperial Censor Lai, 186 00:14:09,380 --> 00:14:13,059 the Imperial Censorate sees you as their common enemy and a menace. 187 00:14:13,059 --> 00:14:15,627 If you beat me up, 188 00:14:15,627 --> 00:14:19,839 my job will be easier as an Imperial Censor in the future. 189 00:14:21,500 --> 00:14:24,560 You're here just to put on a show and gain fame, right? 190 00:14:25,220 --> 00:14:27,500 Sir, the beating will be worth it. 191 00:14:27,500 --> 00:14:29,059 I'm now with the Imperial Censorate. 192 00:14:29,059 --> 00:14:33,640 I can secretly notify you if anything happens in the future. 193 00:14:36,160 --> 00:14:39,679 Sir, I'm powerless and with no one to rely on. 194 00:14:39,679 --> 00:14:41,780 I'm just struggling to survive. 195 00:14:41,780 --> 00:14:44,040 Sir, sorry for the embarrassment. 196 00:14:45,670 --> 00:14:47,259 See the guest off. 197 00:14:50,819 --> 00:14:52,800 See him off. 198 00:14:54,059 --> 00:14:56,740 Sir, please beat me up. 199 00:14:56,740 --> 00:14:58,679 If not, at least hit me just once. 200 00:14:58,679 --> 00:15:00,340 Please. 201 00:15:04,000 --> 00:15:05,499 All right. 202 00:15:09,860 --> 00:15:12,940 Sir, you're kind. 203 00:15:30,419 --> 00:15:32,419 Brother, what's your name? 204 00:15:32,419 --> 00:15:34,520 I don't practice violence. 205 00:15:36,380 --> 00:15:38,779 Are you Young Official Fan's retainer? 206 00:15:40,159 --> 00:15:42,040 I failed the exam. 207 00:15:44,059 --> 00:15:45,860 That's good as well. 208 00:15:45,860 --> 00:15:49,759 If you don't strive hard in the officialdom, you won't have a future. 209 00:15:52,120 --> 00:15:54,559 You're still young. 210 00:16:01,100 --> 00:16:03,620 Seems like He Zongwei is trying to build a connection 211 00:16:03,620 --> 00:16:05,579 but he overstepped his boundaries. 212 00:16:05,579 --> 00:16:07,759 - When did you arrive? - Much earlier. 213 00:16:07,759 --> 00:16:10,000 Seeing how busy you were, I dared not interrupt you. 214 00:16:10,000 --> 00:16:11,580 Do you need anything? 215 00:16:16,775 --> 00:16:18,539 [Inspection and Control Bureau. Black Knights' Deployment Records] 216 00:16:18,539 --> 00:16:21,279 - Has Mr. Wu Zhu been here lately? - No. 217 00:16:21,279 --> 00:16:24,900 I heard you're the personal disciple of Mr. Wu Zhu. 218 00:16:24,900 --> 00:16:26,480 If Mr. Wuzhu isn't around, 219 00:16:26,480 --> 00:16:29,720 it will be the same as sparring with you. 220 00:16:29,720 --> 00:16:32,140 Just ignore him. He's a martial arts fanatic. 221 00:16:32,140 --> 00:16:34,779 He has always wanted to spar with Wu Zhu. 222 00:16:34,779 --> 00:16:36,959 Let's talk business first. 223 00:16:42,679 --> 00:16:45,360 You should know about the Fifth Division of Inspection and Control Bureau. 224 00:16:45,360 --> 00:16:47,159 I do. They're in charge of the Black Knights. 225 00:16:47,159 --> 00:16:48,639 That's right. 226 00:16:49,500 --> 00:16:52,740 The Black Knights have always been stationed outside the capital. 227 00:16:52,740 --> 00:16:56,540 However, the military supplies have always been allocated by the capital. 228 00:16:56,540 --> 00:16:59,260 Hence, it's inevitable that the First Division will coordinate this task. 229 00:16:59,260 --> 00:17:02,799 This is the record of the allocated supplies for the past years 230 00:17:02,799 --> 00:17:04,580 and the deployments of Black Knights. 231 00:17:04,580 --> 00:17:06,359 Read it thoroughly. 232 00:17:06,359 --> 00:17:09,960 In the future, you will handle this. 233 00:17:09,960 --> 00:17:12,030 You could've sent your subordinate about this trivial matter. 234 00:17:12,030 --> 00:17:13,410 Why did you come here personally? 235 00:17:13,419 --> 00:17:17,200 The Black Knights is not under the control of Inspection and Control Bureau. 236 00:17:17,200 --> 00:17:21,140 Only one person in the entire Qing Empire can deploy the Black Knights, 237 00:17:21,140 --> 00:17:23,079 other than me. 238 00:17:23,079 --> 00:17:24,240 His Majesty? 239 00:17:24,240 --> 00:17:25,780 That's right. 240 00:17:27,540 --> 00:17:31,759 By the way, I heard that Prime Minister Lin wants to retire and return to his hometown. 241 00:17:31,759 --> 00:17:33,759 Yes. It'll happen in the next few days. 242 00:17:33,759 --> 00:17:35,759 That was quick. 243 00:17:37,480 --> 00:17:40,119 Everyone is getting old now. 244 00:17:40,119 --> 00:17:42,060 However, Prime Minister Lin isn't the only official 245 00:17:42,060 --> 00:17:47,039 who's retiring and going back to his hometown. 246 00:17:48,790 --> 00:17:52,239 Read this thoroughly. Focus on this task. 247 00:17:53,200 --> 00:17:54,640 I'm leaving. 248 00:17:57,680 --> 00:18:00,379 - You're leaving just like this? - I'm busy. 249 00:18:04,079 --> 00:18:06,100 What does this mean? 250 00:18:07,440 --> 00:18:09,419 Is this a riddle? 251 00:18:26,125 --> 00:18:27,880 [Inspection and Control Bureau. Black Knights' Deployment Records] 252 00:18:27,880 --> 00:18:31,080 Sir, it's late. Have some supper. 253 00:18:31,900 --> 00:18:35,279 What do you think this is? A test? 254 00:18:35,279 --> 00:18:40,159 Transportation of supplies for the Black Knights is the duty of the First Division. 255 00:18:40,159 --> 00:18:42,039 Are you overthinking it? 256 00:18:42,039 --> 00:18:43,880 Unlikely. 257 00:18:43,880 --> 00:18:46,799 There's definitely a hidden meaning in here. 258 00:18:52,119 --> 00:18:54,279 I just can't figure it out. 259 00:18:54,279 --> 00:18:57,619 If he had anything to say, why can't he be direct? 260 00:18:57,619 --> 00:19:02,239 Could it be something that he can't say directly? 261 00:19:29,319 --> 00:19:30,999 Uncle. 262 00:19:31,880 --> 00:19:33,459 Uncle. 263 00:19:35,000 --> 00:19:37,599 Didn't we agree that you won't see me off? 264 00:19:37,599 --> 00:19:39,079 I need to hitch a ride. 265 00:19:39,079 --> 00:19:40,920 Where are you going? 266 00:19:40,920 --> 00:19:42,440 Just right ahead. 267 00:19:42,440 --> 00:19:43,799 What are you up to again? 268 00:19:43,799 --> 00:19:47,440 Uncle, don't you think your departure from the capital is too quiet? 269 00:19:47,440 --> 00:19:50,620 When you hold a farewell, people will cry. 270 00:19:50,620 --> 00:19:52,430 We will drink farewell wines 271 00:19:52,430 --> 00:19:54,880 and recite poems too. 272 00:19:54,880 --> 00:19:58,459 It's exhausting. 273 00:19:59,400 --> 00:20:02,739 I'm old now. It's good to have some peace and quiet. 274 00:20:02,739 --> 00:20:05,980 Uncle, don't worry. I don't do these things. 275 00:20:06,920 --> 00:20:09,619 Regarding Dabao... 276 00:20:09,619 --> 00:20:13,139 He loves the food in my residence and gained some weight too. 277 00:20:13,960 --> 00:20:16,119 Glad to hear that. 278 00:20:16,119 --> 00:20:17,839 I'm glad to hear that. 279 00:20:17,839 --> 00:20:20,519 I didn't tell him you were leaving as instructed by you. 280 00:20:20,519 --> 00:20:22,720 That's more like it. 281 00:20:22,720 --> 00:20:25,819 Let him be happy. 282 00:20:25,819 --> 00:20:28,819 Farewell isn't the happiest event. 283 00:20:28,819 --> 00:20:32,679 But I think you would like 284 00:20:32,679 --> 00:20:37,360 to see your family one last time before leaving the capital. 285 00:21:06,519 --> 00:21:08,479 Please stop the carriage. 286 00:21:14,440 --> 00:21:16,060 Brother. 287 00:21:16,799 --> 00:21:19,599 Wan'er! Wan'er, what's wrong? 288 00:21:19,599 --> 00:21:21,079 Wan'er! Wan'er! 289 00:21:21,079 --> 00:21:23,039 Wan'er, what's wrong? 290 00:21:23,039 --> 00:21:25,740 Let's bow in that direction. 291 00:21:27,640 --> 00:21:29,419 Why? 292 00:21:30,759 --> 00:21:34,600 I suddenly feel like doing it. Brother, bow with me. 293 00:21:34,600 --> 00:21:36,519 I'll listen to you. 294 00:22:58,979 --> 00:23:01,400 I only told Dabao that we are out for a stroll. 295 00:23:01,400 --> 00:23:03,139 I didn't tell him about your departure. 296 00:23:07,200 --> 00:23:08,699 All right. 297 00:23:14,860 --> 00:23:16,939 It's just that, 298 00:23:17,580 --> 00:23:20,140 it must have been tough for you. 299 00:23:20,140 --> 00:23:22,680 Uncle, I'm getting off the carriage now. 300 00:23:25,259 --> 00:23:27,960 I wish you and Wan'er 301 00:23:29,019 --> 00:23:32,500 a happy life forever. 302 00:23:35,540 --> 00:23:38,400 I also wish you a safe journey. 303 00:23:47,900 --> 00:23:51,640 Little Xian Xian! Little Xian Xian! 304 00:23:51,640 --> 00:23:54,440 Little Xian Xian! 305 00:23:56,799 --> 00:23:58,599 Little Xian Xian! Little Xian Xian! 306 00:23:58,599 --> 00:24:00,000 Little Xian Xian let's go! 307 00:24:00,000 --> 00:24:01,840 Wan'er! 308 00:24:18,300 --> 00:24:23,020 It's good enough that he can retire and return to his hometown. 309 00:24:24,000 --> 00:24:26,339 What do you mean by good enough? 310 00:24:27,960 --> 00:24:31,060 It's good enough for a family to stay together. 311 00:24:31,060 --> 00:24:34,985 We're a family and should stay together. No one should leave. 312 00:24:34,985 --> 00:24:36,860 Here, I'll give you both some hawthorns. 313 00:24:36,860 --> 00:24:38,939 Here, Little Xian Xian. 314 00:24:43,620 --> 00:24:46,080 Wan'er, here you go. 315 00:24:46,939 --> 00:24:49,080 Thank you, Brother. 316 00:25:01,480 --> 00:25:03,340 - What's wrong? - What's wrong? 317 00:25:03,340 --> 00:25:06,200 This hawthorn is so sour. 318 00:25:06,659 --> 00:25:09,680 It will be good if Father is here. 319 00:25:14,219 --> 00:25:16,820 But it's fine. Father is very busy. 320 00:25:16,820 --> 00:25:18,939 We should play on our own, okay? 321 00:25:18,939 --> 00:25:21,210 Little Xian Xian, let's go. I'll take you to catch some butterflies. 322 00:25:21,210 --> 00:25:22,580 Let's go. 323 00:26:18,680 --> 00:26:20,160 - Brother. - Play with me! 324 00:26:20,160 --> 00:26:22,479 Be careful! 325 00:26:22,479 --> 00:26:24,050 I want it to join me in catching butterflies. 326 00:26:24,050 --> 00:26:26,540 It doesn't want to join me. 327 00:26:28,259 --> 00:26:31,440 If you don't want to join me, I'll play with someone else. 328 00:26:34,870 --> 00:26:37,280 [Inspection and Control Bureau. Black Knights' Deployment Records] 329 00:26:37,280 --> 00:26:40,470 [Jun 17, Northern Qi. Transported military grains and medicines. Sep 10. Black Knights ordered to leave the capital to transport oils and weapons to Qi's border] 330 00:26:42,200 --> 00:26:43,799 What's wrong? 331 00:26:45,540 --> 00:26:49,179 I still haven't solved Chief Chen's riddle. 332 00:26:49,939 --> 00:26:52,780 Master, why don't you take a look? 333 00:26:52,780 --> 00:26:55,720 Deployment of Black Knights? That's confidential. 334 00:26:56,880 --> 00:26:59,039 I won't take a look. 335 00:26:59,480 --> 00:27:00,699 Why did he give it to you? 336 00:27:00,699 --> 00:27:04,059 The First Division needs to coordinate the supplies for Black Knights. 337 00:27:09,900 --> 00:27:11,859 What did you just say? 338 00:27:14,359 --> 00:27:18,039 Deployment of Black Knights? That's confidential. 339 00:27:22,000 --> 00:27:25,300 The Black Knights have always been stationed outside the capital. 340 00:27:25,300 --> 00:27:27,660 This is the record of the allocated supplies for the past years 341 00:27:27,660 --> 00:27:30,660 and the deployments of Black Knights. 342 00:27:30,660 --> 00:27:33,120 Read it thoroughly. 343 00:27:33,120 --> 00:27:34,880 What's wrong? 344 00:27:37,860 --> 00:27:39,300 Nothing. 345 00:27:39,300 --> 00:27:42,400 Continue to have fun. I'm reminded of something. 346 00:27:52,259 --> 00:27:54,060 Wang Qinian. 347 00:27:54,060 --> 00:27:55,759 Sir, are we heading back now? 348 00:27:55,759 --> 00:27:57,359 How many men did you bring today? 349 00:27:57,359 --> 00:28:00,960 Only a few from the First Division. They're guarding this place. 350 00:28:00,960 --> 00:28:03,179 - It's useless. - What's wrong? 351 00:28:03,179 --> 00:28:05,499 Chief Chen wants us to assist with transportation of supplies and deployments for Black Knights. 352 00:28:05,499 --> 00:28:06,540 That's right. 353 00:28:06,540 --> 00:28:08,419 If so, it's sufficient to record the incoming and outgoing transportation of supplies. 354 00:28:08,419 --> 00:28:11,079 Why does it also contain the deployment details of Black Knights? 355 00:28:11,079 --> 00:28:15,100 Does he want you to gradually take over the Black Knights? 356 00:28:15,100 --> 00:28:17,659 - Do you have a horse? - It's over there. 357 00:28:19,140 --> 00:28:21,300 That was quick. 358 00:28:22,499 --> 00:28:24,939 Everyone is getting old now. 359 00:28:24,939 --> 00:28:27,100 However, Prime Minister Lin isn't the only official 360 00:28:27,100 --> 00:28:31,580 who's retiring and going back to his hometown.. 361 00:28:31,580 --> 00:28:33,659 Which other important officials recently retired and left the capital for their hometown? 362 00:28:33,659 --> 00:28:37,039 Recently retired and left the capital? 363 00:28:37,039 --> 00:28:39,820 Mei Zhili, the Prefecture Capital Magistrate. You met him. 364 00:28:39,820 --> 00:28:42,880 - What happened to him? - I heard he was killed by bandits. 365 00:28:42,880 --> 00:28:44,000 Do you remember the date? 366 00:28:44,000 --> 00:28:45,200 I do. 367 00:28:45,200 --> 00:28:46,720 Check that date for deployment. 368 00:28:46,720 --> 00:28:48,799 It's on the 13th June. 369 00:28:49,550 --> 00:28:52,030 [June 13. Twenty Black Knights ordered to leave the capital for the outskirt.] 370 00:28:52,039 --> 00:28:55,680 The Black Knights were indeed deployed on that day. It can't be. 371 00:28:55,680 --> 00:28:57,359 There was one important sentence. 372 00:28:57,359 --> 00:29:01,079 The Black Knights is not under the control of Inspection and Control Bureau. 373 00:29:01,079 --> 00:29:05,060 Only one person in the entire Qing Empire can deploy the Black Knights, 374 00:29:05,060 --> 00:29:06,779 other than me. 375 00:29:06,779 --> 00:29:08,019 Could it be... 376 00:29:08,019 --> 00:29:10,240 His riddle is straight to the point indeed. 377 00:29:10,240 --> 00:29:12,219 Let's go. We need to catch up with Uncle. 378 00:29:17,599 --> 00:29:20,359 If we really encounter the Black Knights, we can't stop them! 379 00:29:20,359 --> 00:29:22,380 It's an emergency. Where can I find reinforcements?! 380 00:29:22,380 --> 00:29:24,160 Let's give it a try! 381 00:29:49,340 --> 00:29:51,139 Your Highness? 382 00:29:52,179 --> 00:29:54,580 Isn't this Fan Xian? What a coincidence. 383 00:29:54,580 --> 00:29:56,219 What are you doing here? 384 00:29:56,219 --> 00:29:58,380 Wasn't I appointed as the deputy commander of the palace guards? 385 00:29:58,380 --> 00:30:00,820 See how lax they were, I brought them out for training. 386 00:30:00,820 --> 00:30:03,140 - Your training's here? - Chief Chen arranged for it. 387 00:30:03,140 --> 00:30:06,219 We're talking about the Imperial Guards. It's not easy to find a free day. 388 00:30:06,219 --> 00:30:07,659 He's something else. 389 00:30:07,659 --> 00:30:09,179 What's wrong? 390 00:30:09,179 --> 00:30:12,780 Your Highness, dare to make a deal that will cause you to be beheaded? 391 00:30:12,780 --> 00:30:14,780 It sounds exciting if you say that. 392 00:30:14,780 --> 00:30:16,279 We might have to go against the Black Knights. 393 00:30:16,279 --> 00:30:18,599 I know nothing. You abducted me. 394 00:30:18,599 --> 00:30:20,200 Time's running out. It's too late to explain. 395 00:30:20,200 --> 00:30:22,080 Follow me. 396 00:31:46,950 --> 00:31:48,310 [Inspector] 397 00:32:24,699 --> 00:32:27,620 Hello, everyone. It must've been tough. 398 00:32:27,620 --> 00:32:31,499 Let me introduce them. They are the Imperial Guards. 399 00:32:31,499 --> 00:32:33,739 And this is the First Prince. 400 00:32:33,739 --> 00:32:35,960 He leads troops at the border all year long. 401 00:32:35,960 --> 00:32:38,780 He's a prince after all. 402 00:32:38,780 --> 00:32:39,939 After all? 403 00:32:39,939 --> 00:32:43,440 And also him, Wang Qinian. 404 00:32:44,920 --> 00:32:47,140 Sir, it's useless to use me. 405 00:32:47,140 --> 00:32:49,140 His lightness skill is excellent. 406 00:32:49,140 --> 00:32:51,259 No one can catch up with him. 407 00:32:51,259 --> 00:32:54,260 Everyone, please go easy on me later. 408 00:32:56,659 --> 00:33:01,640 We have the Imperial Guards, a prince, and an expert in lightness skill. 409 00:33:02,400 --> 00:33:04,799 It's hard to silence us. 410 00:33:05,900 --> 00:33:10,100 Why don't we make a deal? Let's each take a step back and go home. 411 00:33:10,100 --> 00:33:12,770 If anyone asks you later, just use what I said. 412 00:33:12,770 --> 00:33:14,219 I'll bear all the responsibilities. 413 00:33:14,219 --> 00:33:15,540 Do we have a deal here? 414 00:33:15,540 --> 00:33:16,979 Are you Fan Xian? 415 00:33:16,979 --> 00:33:18,300 That is me. 416 00:33:18,300 --> 00:33:22,559 The Black Knights can't leave the camp unless they're ordered to do so. 417 00:33:22,559 --> 00:33:25,459 Since I'm here, that means I'm under an order. 418 00:33:25,459 --> 00:33:30,380 Inspector Fan should know that military orders must be obeyed. 419 00:33:30,380 --> 00:33:32,780 This means it's non-negotiable? 420 00:33:48,939 --> 00:33:50,719 Keep your weapons. 421 00:33:54,880 --> 00:33:57,219 Your words are a bit disjointed here. 422 00:33:57,219 --> 00:33:58,900 Didn't you say that each of us should go home? 423 00:33:58,900 --> 00:34:00,300 Didn't you say military orders must be obeyed? 424 00:34:00,300 --> 00:34:03,066 Black Knights are under the Fifth Division of Inspection and Control Bureau. 425 00:34:03,066 --> 00:34:05,620 We are under their order for this. 426 00:34:05,620 --> 00:34:10,139 Inspector Fan's rank is second to Chief Chen in the Inspection and Control Bureau. 427 00:34:10,139 --> 00:34:12,740 Your command is higher than that of the Fifth Division. 428 00:34:12,740 --> 00:34:16,500 Hence, going back to our homes is also a military order. 429 00:34:17,440 --> 00:34:19,239 Thank you. 430 00:34:19,239 --> 00:34:21,040 This is a military order. 431 00:34:23,499 --> 00:34:25,319 Return to the camp! 432 00:34:42,075 --> 00:34:43,590 [Commander Jing, Black Knights] 433 00:35:03,740 --> 00:35:06,580 Do you need anything else? 434 00:35:12,300 --> 00:35:14,160 [God of Poetry] 435 00:35:16,039 --> 00:35:18,539 When I heard about your death, 436 00:35:18,539 --> 00:35:20,499 I bought this overnight. 437 00:35:20,499 --> 00:35:24,940 Well... thank you. 438 00:35:24,940 --> 00:35:27,419 Luckily, it was a false rumor. 439 00:35:29,019 --> 00:35:31,979 - Why don't I pay you back for the book? - No need for that. 440 00:35:33,740 --> 00:35:38,580 Inspector, could you give me your autograph? 441 00:35:42,979 --> 00:35:44,499 I didn't bring any brushes. 442 00:35:44,499 --> 00:35:45,780 Do you have a brush? 443 00:35:45,780 --> 00:35:47,619 Don't look at me. 444 00:35:49,679 --> 00:35:52,320 - What are you doing? - Blood can be used as autograph. 445 00:35:52,320 --> 00:35:53,900 Here's a brush. 446 00:35:55,740 --> 00:35:58,320 We have a brush 447 00:36:09,019 --> 00:36:12,359 but we don't have any ink. 448 00:36:19,700 --> 00:36:22,419 We need water to grind ink. 449 00:36:22,419 --> 00:36:23,679 I don't think tea will work. 450 00:36:23,679 --> 00:36:25,380 At least it's better than blood. 451 00:36:25,380 --> 00:36:27,139 You do have a point. 452 00:36:46,880 --> 00:36:48,699 Sir, go ahead. 453 00:36:56,639 --> 00:36:59,120 You are blocking the light. 454 00:37:03,300 --> 00:37:05,060 "To" who? 455 00:37:05,760 --> 00:37:06,800 I'm not telling you to throw up. ["To" and "throw up" are homonyms] 456 00:37:06,800 --> 00:37:09,599 Writing your name on it, means it's a gift for you. 457 00:37:09,599 --> 00:37:11,399 That's great. 458 00:37:12,199 --> 00:37:13,880 - What's your surname? - Jing. 459 00:37:13,880 --> 00:37:15,400 - Jing as in thorns? - That's right. 460 00:37:15,400 --> 00:37:16,880 That's a great surname. 461 00:37:16,880 --> 00:37:18,519 - Your last name? - None. 462 00:37:18,519 --> 00:37:20,919 Jing None? That's a great name. 463 00:37:20,919 --> 00:37:24,439 My last name isn't None. I don't have a last name. 464 00:37:33,100 --> 00:37:34,470 [To Jing None] 465 00:37:37,599 --> 00:37:38,599 What about your position? 466 00:37:38,599 --> 00:37:41,620 Deputy Commander, subordinate of the Fifth Division. 467 00:37:42,760 --> 00:37:44,560 All right. 468 00:37:48,980 --> 00:37:50,570 [To Commander Jing] 469 00:37:52,519 --> 00:37:56,800 Deputy... Deputy... 470 00:38:11,125 --> 00:38:13,110 [To Commander Jing, Fan Xian] 471 00:38:18,119 --> 00:38:19,260 The handwriting is not nice. 472 00:38:19,260 --> 00:38:20,579 You're too modest. 473 00:38:20,579 --> 00:38:23,700 No wonder Chief Chen said your handwriting 474 00:38:23,700 --> 00:38:25,770 can shock deities and ghosts. 475 00:38:28,860 --> 00:38:31,220 Thank you. Commander Jing, do you like poems? 476 00:38:31,220 --> 00:38:34,179 I don't understand but I like them. 477 00:38:34,820 --> 00:38:36,979 The literary circles of the Qing Empire has been declining for a long time. 478 00:38:36,979 --> 00:38:40,300 Your sudden appearance is truly a blessing for our country. 479 00:38:40,300 --> 00:38:44,940 Although I don't understand poems, I still admire you, 480 00:38:46,180 --> 00:38:48,020 Inspector Fan, 481 00:38:48,979 --> 00:38:51,419 I'm glad to see you alive. 482 00:38:52,619 --> 00:38:54,380 I feel the same. 483 00:39:23,619 --> 00:39:27,459 It's time for you to practice your handwriting. 484 00:39:27,459 --> 00:39:30,200 Uncle, I'll escort you to your hometown. 485 00:39:31,340 --> 00:39:34,099 - I was mistaken. - Mistaken about what? 486 00:39:34,099 --> 00:39:38,639 Do you know the meaning of the appearance of the Black Nights? 487 00:39:38,639 --> 00:39:40,499 His Majesty wants to kill you. 488 00:39:40,499 --> 00:39:42,220 You're wrong. 489 00:39:42,220 --> 00:39:46,539 His Majesty doesn't want to replace the prime minister. 490 00:39:46,539 --> 00:39:49,340 He wants to abolish the post. 491 00:39:49,340 --> 00:39:51,540 What's the difference? 492 00:39:52,499 --> 00:39:54,159 Abolish the post? 493 00:39:54,820 --> 00:39:56,499 He wants to abolish the post of the prime minister? 494 00:39:56,499 --> 00:40:02,000 My judgement was wrong. Hence, I used the wrong countermeasure. 495 00:40:02,599 --> 00:40:04,600 Wait here. 496 00:40:09,539 --> 00:40:14,939 This is a record of all my proteges and old acquaintances. 497 00:40:14,939 --> 00:40:16,960 Hand this over to His Majesty 498 00:40:16,960 --> 00:40:19,519 and tell him that 499 00:40:19,519 --> 00:40:23,539 I'll submit a memorial once I'm back in my hometown. 500 00:40:23,539 --> 00:40:26,380 It will state the harms of this post. 501 00:40:26,380 --> 00:40:29,619 As the head of all officials, the prime minister holds too much power. 502 00:40:29,619 --> 00:40:33,660 If we encounter a ruthless minister, the country will be in danger. 503 00:40:33,660 --> 00:40:35,900 I'll initiate the abolishment of the post of the prime minister. 504 00:40:35,900 --> 00:40:38,379 It has nothing to do with His Majesty. 505 00:40:38,379 --> 00:40:41,320 Okay. You can go back to the capital. 506 00:40:41,920 --> 00:40:43,599 I still want to escort you for a while. 507 00:40:43,599 --> 00:40:45,760 That'll be unnecessary. 508 00:40:45,760 --> 00:40:51,660 I'll be fine once you deliver the name list and my message to His Majesty. 509 00:40:51,660 --> 00:40:54,260 The Black Knights were here to kill you. 510 00:40:54,260 --> 00:40:56,739 They weren't here to kill me. 511 00:40:57,180 --> 00:40:59,099 They were here to serve as a reminder. 512 00:40:59,099 --> 00:41:01,559 How can you so confident that they weren't here to kill you? 513 00:41:01,559 --> 00:41:03,700 I won't die. 514 00:41:03,700 --> 00:41:09,100 I'm fear these servants will have to die. 515 00:41:09,660 --> 00:41:12,119 I'm not Mei Zhili. 516 00:41:12,119 --> 00:41:14,306 If I die now, 517 00:41:14,306 --> 00:41:18,960 they won't be able to record the history. 518 00:41:25,660 --> 00:41:28,920 If His Majesty wanted to remind you, he could've told you directly. 519 00:41:28,920 --> 00:41:30,820 Why did he need to resort to this? 520 00:41:30,820 --> 00:41:33,520 Do I still need to explain? 521 00:41:34,119 --> 00:41:38,419 It was a reminder and also, a threat. 522 00:41:38,419 --> 00:41:42,340 What do you think of His Majesty's methods? 523 00:41:42,340 --> 00:41:45,700 His Majesty's actions are unpredictable. His methods are ingenious. 524 00:41:45,700 --> 00:41:47,719 Ingenious? 525 00:41:47,719 --> 00:41:51,740 It's not that impressive. 526 00:41:51,740 --> 00:41:54,620 If you command the Six Ministries and wield control over the army, 527 00:41:54,620 --> 00:41:57,410 you can be as ingenious as him. 528 00:41:57,419 --> 00:41:59,239 Don't talk loudly about this. 529 00:41:59,239 --> 00:42:02,519 What's amazing about His Majesty 530 00:42:02,519 --> 00:42:06,939 is that no one can predict what he'll do next. 531 00:42:06,939 --> 00:42:10,333 During your dispute with Second Prince, His Majesty took advantage of the situation. 532 00:42:10,333 --> 00:42:12,340 That's how there was a competition over the spring exam 533 00:42:12,340 --> 00:42:15,019 which led to the fraud cases in the spring exam. 534 00:42:15,019 --> 00:42:19,099 It subsequently led to my resignation. 535 00:42:19,099 --> 00:42:25,239 His Majesty achieved his goal of abolishing the post of the prime minister. 536 00:42:25,239 --> 00:42:27,400 His Majesty leveraged on his strengths to achieve his goals. 537 00:42:27,400 --> 00:42:31,699 All his intentions were well hidden. 538 00:42:32,159 --> 00:42:35,400 Fan Xian, you must remember this. 539 00:42:35,400 --> 00:42:39,039 Never trust His Majesty completely. 540 00:42:39,039 --> 00:42:42,620 Don't ever think you've seen through him 541 00:42:42,620 --> 00:42:45,480 until the very last step. 542 00:42:47,740 --> 00:42:52,679 By saying this, it seems like I want to compete with His Majesty. 543 00:42:53,539 --> 00:42:57,599 This is not up to you. 544 00:43:01,230 --> 00:43:11,210 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 545 00:43:11,210 --> 00:43:16,750 Excuse Me by Zhou Shen 546 00:43:16,750 --> 00:43:22,160 ♫ The young man raises his face as he moves towards the moon ♫ 547 00:43:24,360 --> 00:43:29,680 ♫ They tease him for his arrogance. How could they be should different? ♫ 548 00:43:31,980 --> 00:43:35,740 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 549 00:43:35,740 --> 00:43:39,560 ♫ How can it remain unstained? ♫ 550 00:43:39,560 --> 00:43:44,380 ♫ As long as a silver tael has a price, who can still be fully carefree? ♫ 551 00:43:45,800 --> 00:43:48,600 ♫ You are all correct ♫ 552 00:43:48,600 --> 00:43:53,620 ♫ He said to please make way ♫ 553 00:43:53,620 --> 00:43:56,180 ♫ Let me get drunk ♫ 554 00:43:56,180 --> 00:44:01,240 ♫ and leisurely recites a few chapters of poems ♫ 555 00:44:01,240 --> 00:44:05,340 ♫ Let me wear a white robe and cross the alley of insanity ♫ 556 00:44:05,340 --> 00:44:08,760 ♫ to catch the moonlight in the muddy pond ♫ 557 00:44:08,760 --> 00:44:11,000 ♫ Sir, I hope you will forgive me ♫ 558 00:44:11,100 --> 00:44:13,060 ♫ Your words of advice, ♫ 559 00:44:13,060 --> 00:44:16,200 ♫ but I don't want to pretend ♫ 560 00:44:16,200 --> 00:44:20,390 ♫ Everyone searches for the prosperous towns while I search for the moon ♫ 561 00:44:20,390 --> 00:44:22,940 ♫ Why should we travel together? ♫ 562 00:44:22,940 --> 00:44:24,760 ♫ I apologize ♫ 563 00:44:24,760 --> 00:44:26,740 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 564 00:44:26,740 --> 00:44:30,440 ♫ You are you. I am me ♫ 565 00:44:30,440 --> 00:44:32,360 ♫ I apologize ♫ 566 00:44:32,360 --> 00:44:34,220 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 567 00:44:34,220 --> 00:44:39,020 ♫ You are you. I am me ♫ 568 00:44:51,750 --> 00:44:55,550 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 569 00:44:55,550 --> 00:44:59,370 ♫ Remarkably worldly-wise yet hopelessly romantic ♫ 570 00:44:59,370 --> 00:45:02,400 ♫ Know there's love in your heart ♫ 571 00:45:02,400 --> 00:45:05,250 ♫ Don't ever change ♫ 572 00:45:06,860 --> 00:45:10,560 ♫ They have seen light and darkness ♫ 573 00:45:10,560 --> 00:45:14,310 ♫ And yet retained their innocence ♫ 574 00:45:14,310 --> 00:45:17,400 ♫ Cloaked in moonlight ♫ 575 00:45:17,400 --> 00:45:19,980 ♫ They travelled through the night ♫