1 00:00:07,020 --> 00:00:17,030 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 2 00:00:18,070 --> 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 --> 00:00:30,970 ♫ May we pass by the magnificent scenery ♫ 5 00:00:30,970 --> 00:00:35,040 ♫ Contemplate the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 6 00:00:35,040 --> 00:00:41,790 ♫ Could it be that 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 --> 00:00:51,280 ♫ May we lead such a life ♫ 9 00:00:52,350 --> 00:00:56,420 ♫ Contemplate the vastness of Heaven and Earth ♫ 10 00:00:56,420 --> 00:01:02,980 ♫ Turning back, you and I ♫ 11 00:01:05,640 --> 00:01:11,070 ♫ Seize the current moment The sky is painted with a gentle pallet of pastel colors ♫ 12 00:01:11,070 --> 00:01:16,360 ♫ Let's walk together ♫ 13 00:01:16,360 --> 00:01:21,770 ♫ Even if The snow in front of us ♫ 14 00:01:21,770 --> 00:01:26,370 ♫ Will dye our hair white In an instant ♫ 15 00:01:26,370 --> 00:01:28,810 [Joy of Life Season 2] 16 00:01:28,810 --> 00:01:30,980 [Adapted from Mao Ni's Joy of Life on Weyden Group's Quotidian platform] 17 00:01:31,000 --> 00:01:34,000 [Episode 27] 18 00:01:34,660 --> 00:01:36,480 What are you doing right now? 19 00:01:36,480 --> 00:01:38,300 I have nothing to do anyway. 20 00:01:38,300 --> 00:01:40,859 I'm mixing a new rouge color. 21 00:01:40,859 --> 00:01:43,580 Didn't you bring all these flowers here to deliver them to Fan Xian? 22 00:01:43,580 --> 00:01:45,580 He didn't want them. 23 00:01:46,519 --> 00:01:48,619 Why don't you take them? 24 00:01:48,619 --> 00:01:50,219 I dare not take them. 25 00:01:50,219 --> 00:01:53,000 - I'm here to thank you. - For what? 26 00:01:53,000 --> 00:01:54,570 No matter what, 27 00:01:54,570 --> 00:01:58,680 I didn't want anything to crop up during Wan'er's wedding. 28 00:01:58,680 --> 00:02:01,439 You didn't tell her about the secret related to Lin Gong. 29 00:02:01,439 --> 00:02:03,239 That's why I have to thank you. 30 00:02:03,239 --> 00:02:06,280 Aunt, I didn't plan to say it even if you didn't tell me to do so. 31 00:02:06,280 --> 00:02:08,879 I don't understand, then. 32 00:02:08,879 --> 00:02:12,720 Are you going to negotiate peace with Fan Xian? 33 00:02:13,599 --> 00:02:15,680 That's not the case. 34 00:02:15,680 --> 00:02:18,400 His Majesty has great trust in Fan Xian. 35 00:02:18,400 --> 00:02:20,439 Judging from the situation, he would still let him take over 36 00:02:20,439 --> 00:02:23,579 the Imperial Treasury even if he doesn't marry Wan'er. 37 00:02:24,719 --> 00:02:27,159 As for the secret related to Lin Gong, 38 00:02:27,159 --> 00:02:29,919 we can only use it during life-or-death situations. 39 00:02:32,759 --> 00:02:34,439 What's wrong? 40 00:02:34,439 --> 00:02:38,120 Aunt, are you trying to negotiate peace with Fan Xian? 41 00:02:38,120 --> 00:02:41,000 If that were the case, 42 00:02:41,000 --> 00:02:45,319 there wouldn't be an extra 20 million tael debt in the ledger. 43 00:02:45,319 --> 00:02:49,199 But it seems like the debt was given to him too early. 44 00:02:50,020 --> 00:02:52,619 Everyone in the court is speculating 45 00:02:52,619 --> 00:02:55,260 that Fan Xian would not take over the Imperial Treasury. 46 00:02:55,260 --> 00:02:56,939 Continue. 47 00:02:56,939 --> 00:03:02,340 Mr. Fan is enjoying his success right now. Why would he need to take over the mess? 48 00:03:11,930 --> 00:03:15,499 That child may look like a normal person on the surface, 49 00:03:15,499 --> 00:03:17,619 but only I know 50 00:03:17,619 --> 00:03:20,780 that he's as crazy as me on the inside. 51 00:03:20,780 --> 00:03:22,639 I'm in no rush to return to Xinyang. 52 00:03:22,639 --> 00:03:26,439 I'll stay and see how it'll end up eventually. 53 00:03:26,439 --> 00:03:31,060 When it's necessary, I'll give him a push from the back. 54 00:03:31,060 --> 00:03:34,939 When it comes to being crazy, Aunt, 55 00:03:34,939 --> 00:03:36,900 I guess we're on equal terms. 56 00:03:44,050 --> 00:03:47,619 Mr. Fan, if this doesn't work out, I still have a private stash. 57 00:03:47,619 --> 00:03:49,960 I'll give you everything I have. 58 00:03:49,960 --> 00:03:51,740 Can you bear to part with it? 59 00:03:51,740 --> 00:03:55,219 Of course not. But if you feel embarrassed about it, 60 00:03:55,219 --> 00:03:57,639 you can write me an IOU. We can take it as a loan. 61 00:03:57,639 --> 00:03:58,939 Should we include interest, then? 62 00:03:58,939 --> 00:04:00,900 Interest? 63 00:04:00,900 --> 00:04:03,340 If so, I guess I'll give you a lower interest rate. 64 00:04:04,039 --> 00:04:06,400 How dare I calculate interest with you, Mr. Fan? 65 00:04:06,400 --> 00:04:07,539 Wang, it's fine. 66 00:04:07,539 --> 00:04:10,059 I appreciate your intention. But I don't lack that money. 67 00:04:10,059 --> 00:04:12,719 But Mr. Fan, I'm trying to share your burden with you. 68 00:04:12,719 --> 00:04:14,360 Young Master. 69 00:04:16,430 --> 00:04:20,400 Someone outside said he was to deliver this to you as per Shopkeeper Ye's instruction. 70 00:04:20,400 --> 00:04:22,460 [Name list of shops] 71 00:04:22,460 --> 00:04:25,499 Shopkeeper Ye is efficient indeed. 72 00:04:29,800 --> 00:04:31,260 Mr. Fan. 73 00:04:38,560 --> 00:04:39,600 Mr. Chen. 74 00:04:39,600 --> 00:04:41,680 You two just came back from Hall of Joy, right? 75 00:04:41,680 --> 00:04:43,859 You found out already? 76 00:04:46,539 --> 00:04:49,100 You also found out about his background, right? 77 00:04:55,680 --> 00:05:00,219 Mr. Chen, I... I've been sick lately. 78 00:05:00,219 --> 00:05:04,099 My ears, they're failing me all of a sudden. 79 00:05:04,099 --> 00:05:08,140 My eyes, they're failing me as well! 80 00:05:08,140 --> 00:05:10,959 I became deaf and blind out of the blue! 81 00:05:10,959 --> 00:05:14,839 Look! It's acting up again! Mr. Chen, look! I can't see now. 82 00:05:14,839 --> 00:05:17,219 Enough already. 83 00:05:17,219 --> 00:05:20,970 Wang Qinian, regarding Hall of Joy and his identity, 84 00:05:20,970 --> 00:05:24,000 if you dare tell anyone about it... 85 00:05:24,700 --> 00:05:27,539 Understood. I shall take my leave. 86 00:05:27,539 --> 00:05:31,079 Understood! 87 00:05:32,040 --> 00:05:35,260 I trust Wang. Why did you try to intimidate him? 88 00:05:35,260 --> 00:05:37,000 You were the one intimidating me. 89 00:05:37,000 --> 00:05:39,879 - What did I do? - You're not utilizing the help of Hall of Joy. 90 00:05:39,879 --> 00:05:42,539 What will you do about the Imperial Treasury's debt? 91 00:05:43,580 --> 00:05:45,779 So, were you the one who arranged for Hall of Joy to help me out? 92 00:05:45,779 --> 00:05:49,399 The Imperial Treasury incurred a huge loss. How could His Majesty not know about it? 93 00:05:50,210 --> 00:05:51,539 So it was His Majesty's arrangement. 94 00:05:51,539 --> 00:05:53,859 Therefore, the palace can't afford to fork out the money. 95 00:05:53,859 --> 00:05:56,120 It's the same for the Ministry of Revenue. 96 00:05:56,120 --> 00:05:57,419 His Majesty had something in reserve. 97 00:05:57,419 --> 00:06:02,260 He wanted to use Hall of Joy to help you take over the Imperial Treasury. 98 00:06:02,260 --> 00:06:04,260 It's a huge gift. 99 00:06:05,879 --> 00:06:08,520 But you returned it to him. 100 00:06:08,520 --> 00:06:12,100 However, if we do so, all the shopkeepers in Hall of Joy 101 00:06:12,100 --> 00:06:14,540 will be done for. 102 00:06:14,540 --> 00:06:17,219 My mother wouldn't do something like that. 103 00:06:17,219 --> 00:06:19,539 Therefore, I wouldn't do it either. 104 00:06:23,210 --> 00:06:25,219 Your courage is commendable. 105 00:06:25,219 --> 00:06:26,900 It's commendable. 106 00:06:27,850 --> 00:06:29,659 But where will you get the money from? 107 00:06:29,659 --> 00:06:31,639 I have my own way of getting the money. 108 00:06:31,639 --> 00:06:35,900 But before that, I'll go on a honeymoon trip. 109 00:06:37,839 --> 00:06:39,279 A what? 110 00:06:39,279 --> 00:06:40,780 A honeymoon trip. 111 00:06:51,700 --> 00:06:54,700 Your Majesty, Fan Xian has arrived. 112 00:06:57,000 --> 00:07:00,900 - Your Majesty. - I heard that you'll be going on a honey... 113 00:07:00,900 --> 00:07:03,199 A honeymoon trip. I'm here to apply for leave. 114 00:07:03,199 --> 00:07:04,539 - Where will you be going? - Mount Cang. 115 00:07:04,539 --> 00:07:06,580 - For how long? - I haven't decided yet. 116 00:07:06,580 --> 00:07:08,780 The longer the better. 117 00:07:09,700 --> 00:07:12,619 Your Majesty, why is that the case? 118 00:07:19,339 --> 00:07:21,580 There's one thing. 119 00:07:21,580 --> 00:07:23,220 I'm afraid 120 00:07:27,260 --> 00:07:29,800 there might be a change of plans. 121 00:07:30,650 --> 00:07:32,079 - Your Majesty, but my marriage... - Your marriage 122 00:07:32,079 --> 00:07:34,920 has nothing to do with this. 123 00:07:36,199 --> 00:07:39,460 After giving it some thought, 124 00:07:40,940 --> 00:07:45,959 I think you shouldn't take over the Imperial Treasury. 125 00:07:45,959 --> 00:07:48,879 Your Majesty, you think I can't fill the 20-million-tael hole? 126 00:07:48,879 --> 00:07:50,810 It's over 20 million taels. 127 00:07:50,810 --> 00:07:53,720 That's not a small sum. 128 00:07:53,720 --> 00:07:56,179 Will you take over Hall of Joy? 129 00:07:58,730 --> 00:08:02,060 If so, there's no way for you to fill the hole. 130 00:08:02,060 --> 00:08:07,339 The Ministry of Revenue has run out of money after our battle against Northern Qi. 131 00:08:07,339 --> 00:08:10,279 Now, there are disasters everywhere. 132 00:08:10,279 --> 00:08:15,259 The money in the Imperial Treasury isn't used to cover the deficit of the Ministry of Revenue. 133 00:08:15,259 --> 00:08:18,519 It also serves to relieve disaster and pacify the people. 134 00:08:18,519 --> 00:08:22,260 Therefore, I think 135 00:08:22,260 --> 00:08:26,260 you shouldn't jump into the pit. 136 00:08:26,260 --> 00:08:29,419 Fan Xian, it's time for you to let go. 137 00:08:29,419 --> 00:08:31,460 This isn't child's play. 138 00:08:31,460 --> 00:08:35,179 It implicates all kinds of national affairs. 139 00:08:35,179 --> 00:08:38,840 And, this is His Majesty's order as well. 140 00:08:38,840 --> 00:08:40,430 That's right. 141 00:08:40,430 --> 00:08:42,650 This is my order. 142 00:08:43,390 --> 00:08:45,859 If so, all the more reason I can't let go of it. 143 00:08:50,919 --> 00:08:53,860 Your Majesty, instructing me to take over the Imperial Treasury was your order as well. 144 00:08:53,860 --> 00:08:56,879 Your Majesty, your order represents the truth. How can it be changed that easily? 145 00:08:56,879 --> 00:09:01,140 If so, how can you acquire the trust of your subjects and the people? 146 00:09:01,140 --> 00:09:05,640 Therefore, I'll cover the Imperial Treasury's deficit. I'll relieve all the disaster victims. 147 00:09:05,640 --> 00:09:09,979 Your Majesty, your order shouldn't be changed. 148 00:09:11,279 --> 00:09:12,740 How dare you resist my order? 149 00:09:12,740 --> 00:09:15,619 Your Majesty, I've already received your order. 150 00:09:24,500 --> 00:09:28,580 - If all the disaster victims were to come here... - I shall present you with my head. 151 00:09:36,410 --> 00:09:38,539 That's an overstatement. 152 00:09:38,539 --> 00:09:42,580 However, you'll be demoted to a commoner. 153 00:09:43,550 --> 00:09:45,100 No. 154 00:09:45,770 --> 00:09:48,159 You shall be sent to prison. 155 00:09:49,140 --> 00:09:52,499 Your Majesty, thank you for your grace. 156 00:09:55,220 --> 00:09:58,499 I shall take my leave now. 157 00:10:02,620 --> 00:10:05,899 Why don't you think again? 158 00:10:21,630 --> 00:10:25,199 Where did he get all his confidence from? 159 00:10:25,199 --> 00:10:27,140 Maybe it's from Mount Cang. 160 00:10:27,140 --> 00:10:28,940 Mount Cang? 161 00:10:29,639 --> 00:10:33,360 Maybe Ye Qingmei left behind 162 00:10:33,360 --> 00:10:36,060 a huge fortune for him. 163 00:10:40,930 --> 00:10:44,819 Both she and her son are eccentric indeed. 164 00:10:44,819 --> 00:10:46,859 I'll let him be. 165 00:11:11,419 --> 00:11:13,960 Commander Jing, we meet again. 166 00:11:13,960 --> 00:11:16,160 I'm the deputy commander. 167 00:11:18,779 --> 00:11:22,580 Mr. Fan, it's our friend. 168 00:11:27,500 --> 00:11:28,960 It's our friend indeed. 169 00:11:28,960 --> 00:11:32,960 Under Mr. Chen's order, the Black Cavalries are to escort you to Mount Cang. 170 00:11:32,960 --> 00:11:34,920 Commander Jing. 171 00:11:38,779 --> 00:11:40,179 I'm the deputy commander. 172 00:11:40,179 --> 00:11:43,580 It's the same thing. Sorry for the trouble. 173 00:11:47,299 --> 00:11:49,139 Let's depart! 174 00:11:59,220 --> 00:12:01,699 We haven't figured out a solution to the Imperial Treasury's debt yet. 175 00:12:01,699 --> 00:12:04,340 How could you be in the mood for a trip? 176 00:12:04,340 --> 00:12:08,400 The more dire the situation is, the more we should go on a trip. 177 00:12:09,059 --> 00:12:10,720 Is there a hidden stash in Mount Cang? 178 00:12:10,720 --> 00:12:12,120 There's no hidden stash in Mount Cang. 179 00:12:12,120 --> 00:12:16,299 But I can think of a solution and attract money to Mount Cang. 180 00:12:16,299 --> 00:12:18,340 How? 181 00:12:49,740 --> 00:12:53,559 Ruoruo, this is bad. We're surrounded by the Black Cavalries. 182 00:12:53,559 --> 00:12:55,419 Xian is the inspector of Imperial Inspectorate. 183 00:12:55,419 --> 00:12:57,200 It's normal for them to be here. 184 00:12:59,140 --> 00:13:01,420 So they're here to protect us? 185 00:13:04,140 --> 00:13:10,659 Ruoruo, how did you become so strange ever since Fan Xian appeared? 186 00:13:10,659 --> 00:13:12,939 Initially, you were the top maiden of the capital. 187 00:13:12,939 --> 00:13:15,579 You recited poems and read books. 188 00:13:15,579 --> 00:13:18,620 What are you doing right now? Why are you stabbing a toad? 189 00:13:18,620 --> 00:13:20,620 This is a frog. 190 00:13:20,620 --> 00:13:22,539 Isn't it the same? Why are you stabbing a frog? 191 00:13:22,539 --> 00:13:26,179 What do you know? We call this dissection. 192 00:13:26,179 --> 00:13:29,080 Ruoruo, must you do it in the carriage? 193 00:13:29,080 --> 00:13:32,179 My hands will only be stable if I practice this in the carriage. 194 00:13:32,179 --> 00:13:34,279 What's the use of mastering this skill, then? 195 00:13:34,279 --> 00:13:37,059 Xian taught me this. He said all medical practitioners need to master this skill. 196 00:13:37,059 --> 00:13:39,379 Are you trying to be a vet here? 197 00:13:39,379 --> 00:13:42,239 Do not speak when you're ignorant about the topic. 198 00:13:47,579 --> 00:13:52,220 But Ruoruo, Xian is something else. 199 00:13:52,220 --> 00:13:55,299 He and Wan'er are here for a honeymoon trip, if I'm not mistaken. 200 00:13:55,299 --> 00:13:57,680 Why did he take us with him? 201 00:13:58,380 --> 00:14:00,400 You wish to know why? 202 00:14:01,860 --> 00:14:05,540 If you wish to know, go and ask him yourself. 203 00:14:07,419 --> 00:14:09,580 Thanks for nothing. 204 00:14:11,740 --> 00:14:14,760 Commander Jing, please stop for a moment. 205 00:14:14,760 --> 00:14:17,779 Fan Sizhe. 206 00:14:17,779 --> 00:14:19,840 Come to my carriage. 207 00:14:19,840 --> 00:14:22,000 Look at him. 208 00:14:31,380 --> 00:14:33,979 All right. Let's go. 209 00:14:38,220 --> 00:14:39,620 Wan'er. 210 00:14:39,620 --> 00:14:42,140 Why are you pulling a long face? 211 00:14:42,140 --> 00:14:45,059 My return from Northern Qi is a secret. 212 00:14:45,059 --> 00:14:47,220 But everyone in the world will find out if he shouts for me like this. 213 00:14:47,220 --> 00:14:48,480 My whereabouts have been exposed. 214 00:14:48,480 --> 00:14:50,740 Do you think you can hide your return from the Imperial Inspectorate? 215 00:14:50,740 --> 00:14:53,340 There are no outsiders here. Don't worry. 216 00:14:53,340 --> 00:14:55,039 Is he controlling everything now? 217 00:14:55,039 --> 00:14:56,479 Stop messing around. This is important. 218 00:14:56,479 --> 00:14:57,600 Go ahead. 219 00:14:57,600 --> 00:15:00,020 Do you know why I told you to come to my carriage? 220 00:15:00,020 --> 00:15:01,080 I don't. 221 00:15:01,080 --> 00:15:03,579 It's because your sister-in-law is worried about me. 222 00:15:03,579 --> 00:15:06,099 I'll get off the carriage first. 223 00:15:06,099 --> 00:15:08,639 Your sister-in-law is worried about the Imperial Treasury's deficit. 224 00:15:08,639 --> 00:15:09,819 I have to give her peace of mind, right? 225 00:15:09,819 --> 00:15:12,659 How can I do so? By employing your help. 226 00:15:12,659 --> 00:15:13,939 Don't use me as your excuse. 227 00:15:13,939 --> 00:15:16,059 You were worried about me. 228 00:15:16,059 --> 00:15:19,919 Didn't you intend to hold an auction when I was getting married? 229 00:15:19,919 --> 00:15:23,419 Now, it's your time to shine. 230 00:15:23,419 --> 00:15:25,100 The opportunity was already over. 231 00:15:25,100 --> 00:15:27,020 I wanted to put the guest invitation up for auction back then. 232 00:15:27,020 --> 00:15:28,699 The wedding is already over. How can I still hold an auction? 233 00:15:28,699 --> 00:15:29,960 Once we reach the manor in Mount Cang, 234 00:15:29,960 --> 00:15:33,140 you'll be responsible for arranging the venue and the procedures. 235 00:15:33,140 --> 00:15:36,419 Sure! We'll hold another wedding for you in Mount Cang. 236 00:15:36,419 --> 00:15:38,559 - Isn't that extortion? - Don't listen to his nonsense. 237 00:15:38,559 --> 00:15:40,299 Our wedding will only be held once. 238 00:15:40,299 --> 00:15:44,679 This is a name list containing the names of all shop owners in the Capital. 239 00:15:44,679 --> 00:15:47,820 Invite them to Mount Cang. 240 00:15:50,419 --> 00:15:52,140 Why should they come? 241 00:15:52,140 --> 00:15:55,060 [Sanjiu Hall] Yeah. Why should we go there? 242 00:15:57,539 --> 00:16:02,059 I don't understand either. Why should we go there? 243 00:16:02,059 --> 00:16:06,799 Let's gather at Mount Cang and admire the beautiful scenery? 244 00:16:06,799 --> 00:16:08,380 [Fan Xian] He does put it nicely, huh? 245 00:16:08,380 --> 00:16:12,899 I'm sure all of you know what he's intending to do. 246 00:16:12,899 --> 00:16:15,459 The Imperial Treasury has a huge deficit. 247 00:16:15,459 --> 00:16:18,359 Everyone in the Capital knows about that. 248 00:16:19,699 --> 00:16:21,900 A new broom sweeps clean. 249 00:16:21,900 --> 00:16:25,500 Now, he's trying to sweep us. 250 00:16:25,500 --> 00:16:30,359 I'll say the same thing. Why should we head to Mount Cang? 251 00:16:34,620 --> 00:16:39,479 I caught a cold today. It's inconvenient for me to travel far. 252 00:16:40,140 --> 00:16:43,380 He's the Immortal Poet. He's an important official too. 253 00:16:43,380 --> 00:16:46,219 Now that he's inviting us, 254 00:16:46,219 --> 00:16:48,440 all of us have to go. 255 00:16:48,440 --> 00:16:49,939 I'll be honest here. 256 00:16:49,939 --> 00:16:54,419 Even if all of us are included, do you think we can gather 20 million taels? 257 00:16:54,419 --> 00:16:55,819 I don't have any money. 258 00:16:55,819 --> 00:16:57,080 Neither do I. 259 00:16:57,080 --> 00:17:01,380 Even if you're penniless, Mr. Fan just got married not long ago. 260 00:17:01,380 --> 00:17:04,340 We have to give him a wedding gift somehow. 261 00:17:04,340 --> 00:17:06,419 You're right. 262 00:17:06,419 --> 00:17:10,400 We can go there. We can prepare a wedding gift for him as well. 263 00:17:10,400 --> 00:17:13,499 But as for the sum, that depends on fate. 264 00:17:13,499 --> 00:17:15,939 That's right. We'll only prepare a wedding gift for him. 265 00:17:15,939 --> 00:17:18,039 We'll prepare nothing else. 266 00:17:18,680 --> 00:17:20,259 Everyone, 267 00:17:20,920 --> 00:17:23,999 I already went to the Imperial Procuratorate. 268 00:17:26,100 --> 00:17:30,119 All those impartial officials in the Imperial Procuratorate were infuriated upon hearing this news. 269 00:17:30,119 --> 00:17:33,540 They said they would submit a bloody memorial to the throne 270 00:17:33,540 --> 00:17:37,160 and get rid of the crook if Mr. Fan dares extort money from us. 271 00:17:37,160 --> 00:17:39,100 At least we don't need to fear him as much now. 272 00:17:39,100 --> 00:17:40,559 We can head to Mount Cang with peace of mind. 273 00:17:40,559 --> 00:17:44,199 Mister, you're thoughtful indeed. 274 00:17:44,199 --> 00:17:48,959 Were the officials in the Imperial Procuratorate truly infuriated? 275 00:17:49,979 --> 00:17:54,640 They were extremely infuriated. They even had bloodshot eyes. 276 00:17:56,459 --> 00:17:58,100 Everyone, what do we call this? 277 00:17:58,100 --> 00:17:59,499 We call this a pleasant surprise from the heavens! 278 00:17:59,499 --> 00:18:00,880 That's right! 279 00:18:00,880 --> 00:18:02,400 [Imperial Procuratorate of Qing State] 280 00:18:02,400 --> 00:18:04,499 Fan Xian has gotten too full of himself. 281 00:18:04,499 --> 00:18:06,300 Now, he's gathering all the merchants in the Capital 282 00:18:06,300 --> 00:18:10,920 so that he could extort money from them to cover the Imperial Treasury's deficit. 283 00:18:10,920 --> 00:18:14,000 - That's right. - Fan Xian is vicious and ruthless! 284 00:18:14,000 --> 00:18:16,440 - That's right. - This isn't a bad thing. 285 00:18:16,440 --> 00:18:19,140 Fan Xian kept saying that he would eradicate corruption. 286 00:18:19,140 --> 00:18:22,499 In the end? He was a corrupt official himself! 287 00:18:22,499 --> 00:18:25,540 - That's right! - Serves him right! 288 00:18:25,540 --> 00:18:29,019 Everyone, once we receive news from Mount Cang, let's impeach him together! 289 00:18:29,019 --> 00:18:30,640 That's right! Let's impeach him! 290 00:18:30,640 --> 00:18:32,799 - We must impeach him! - Impeach him! 291 00:18:32,799 --> 00:18:37,180 We have to work together and get rid of this corrupt official for Qing State's sake! 292 00:18:37,180 --> 00:18:39,200 - Get rid of him for Qing State's sake! - That's right! Get rid of him! 293 00:18:39,200 --> 00:18:41,079 Get rid of him! 294 00:18:41,079 --> 00:18:43,799 - Bottoms up. - Here. Bottoms up. 295 00:19:22,659 --> 00:19:24,400 Clean it thoroughly. There's dirt on it. 296 00:19:24,400 --> 00:19:27,420 I'll hold you accountable if our guests have diarrhea. 297 00:19:27,420 --> 00:19:30,400 Chop all of these up. Chop them thoroughly. 298 00:19:31,240 --> 00:19:32,540 Seems like you're busy. 299 00:19:32,540 --> 00:19:34,880 Xian, you're finally here. 300 00:19:34,880 --> 00:19:37,079 You invited so many guests. I have to hire people to feed all of them. 301 00:19:37,079 --> 00:19:38,459 That's why we're busy preparing food. 302 00:19:38,459 --> 00:19:40,019 Not bad at all. This looks pretty organized. 303 00:19:40,019 --> 00:19:42,419 Come. I have something for you. 304 00:19:42,419 --> 00:19:47,739 Someone named He Zongwei told me to deliver this to you. 305 00:19:47,739 --> 00:19:50,699 He said the Imperial Procuratorate has their eyes on Mount Cang now. 306 00:19:50,699 --> 00:19:52,580 They said they would impeach you at any time. What should we do? 307 00:19:52,580 --> 00:19:53,900 Have you delivered all of the invitations? 308 00:19:53,900 --> 00:19:57,179 I have. Those merchants were planning to move out soon. 309 00:19:57,179 --> 00:20:00,020 I think they'll reach here soon. 310 00:20:01,019 --> 00:20:02,559 Xian. 311 00:20:03,279 --> 00:20:06,820 Be honest with me. Do you intend to rob them? 312 00:20:06,820 --> 00:20:08,259 That'd make us bandits. 313 00:20:08,259 --> 00:20:09,979 If not, how can we extort money from them? 314 00:20:09,979 --> 00:20:11,240 We're not extorting money from them. 315 00:20:11,240 --> 00:20:13,259 We'll make them hand their money to us of their own accord. 316 00:20:13,259 --> 00:20:16,459 It's either they lost their minds or you lost your mind. 317 00:20:16,459 --> 00:20:18,100 Sit down. 318 00:20:18,100 --> 00:20:21,939 Sizhe, coincidentally, you're quite gifted at doing business. 319 00:20:21,939 --> 00:20:25,599 I'll tell you about the things I've learned. Tell me if it'll work or not. 320 00:20:25,599 --> 00:20:27,079 It won't. I haven't even spoken yet. 321 00:20:27,079 --> 00:20:30,319 No matter what it is, it won't earn you 20 million taels. 322 00:20:31,459 --> 00:20:36,899 Have you ever considered the meaning of wealth? 323 00:20:38,300 --> 00:20:40,519 I'm sure you've lost your mind. 324 00:21:05,400 --> 00:21:07,580 - Shopkeeper Li. - Shopkeeper Wang. 325 00:21:07,580 --> 00:21:08,799 Please. 326 00:21:08,799 --> 00:21:10,340 - Shopkeeper Su. - Shopkeeper Wang. 327 00:21:10,340 --> 00:21:11,599 - Come. - Come. 328 00:21:11,599 --> 00:21:13,039 - Please. - Please. 329 00:21:13,039 --> 00:21:15,279 - All of them are here. - You all are here. 330 00:21:15,279 --> 00:21:16,880 - Shopkeeper Ma. - Shopkeeper Liu. 331 00:21:16,880 --> 00:21:18,680 - Good morning. - Good morning. 332 00:21:18,680 --> 00:21:19,880 - Please. - Please. 333 00:21:19,880 --> 00:21:20,999 - Let's go. - Please. 334 00:21:20,999 --> 00:21:22,880 Come. 335 00:21:26,100 --> 00:21:28,920 [Manor of Mount Cang] 336 00:21:28,920 --> 00:21:30,359 I'm almost done. 337 00:21:30,359 --> 00:21:32,879 It's getting late. I'll get ready to receive them. 338 00:21:32,879 --> 00:21:37,340 Xian, do you plan on telling them that? 339 00:21:37,340 --> 00:21:38,559 What do you think? 340 00:21:38,559 --> 00:21:43,100 This is a new concept. It's also a redefinition of the meaning of wealth. 341 00:21:44,240 --> 00:21:46,099 I don't think it'll work. 342 00:21:46,099 --> 00:21:49,839 Did I not express myself clearly? Or could you not understand me? 343 00:21:49,839 --> 00:21:52,620 You did express it clearly. I did understand you as well. 344 00:21:52,620 --> 00:21:55,900 It's outstanding and shocking. But it won't work. 345 00:21:55,900 --> 00:21:56,880 Why? 346 00:21:56,880 --> 00:21:59,900 Xian, you may understand the meaning of wealth, 347 00:21:59,900 --> 00:22:02,379 but you don't understand the Capital. 348 00:22:02,379 --> 00:22:06,100 If you tell them about it in that manner, I'll make a bet with you that they won't buy it. 349 00:22:06,100 --> 00:22:07,119 So? 350 00:22:07,119 --> 00:22:08,659 So you may proceed first. 351 00:22:08,659 --> 00:22:12,659 If it doesn't work out, you can call me. I'll help you out. 352 00:22:13,519 --> 00:22:15,039 Are you that confident in yourself? 353 00:22:15,039 --> 00:22:17,640 But you have to help me out. You have to buy me some time. 354 00:22:17,640 --> 00:22:20,200 I have to send my men back to the Capital to acquire an item. 355 00:22:20,200 --> 00:22:22,440 All right. I can definitely buy you some time. 356 00:22:22,440 --> 00:22:23,480 But what are you going to acquire? 357 00:22:23,480 --> 00:22:25,540 That's a secret. 358 00:22:35,039 --> 00:22:38,199 - Please, everyone. - No one should fork out any money. 359 00:22:38,199 --> 00:22:40,799 Everyone, we must stick to what we agreed before. 360 00:22:40,799 --> 00:22:42,319 - No one should fork out any money. - Keep your promises. 361 00:22:42,319 --> 00:22:44,240 - Please, everyone. - Please, everyone. 362 00:22:44,240 --> 00:22:46,000 Remember, stick to what we agreed upon. 363 00:22:46,000 --> 00:22:47,759 - Please, everyone. - Don't fork out any money. 364 00:22:47,759 --> 00:22:51,119 Everyone, please stick to what we agreed upon. 365 00:22:51,119 --> 00:22:52,160 You too. 366 00:22:52,160 --> 00:22:54,240 - Don't fork out any money. Remember that. - We can give him a wedding gift. 367 00:22:54,240 --> 00:22:56,139 Everyone. 368 00:22:57,799 --> 00:23:00,840 What were you whispering to them? 369 00:23:01,319 --> 00:23:03,279 I told them to stand firm. 370 00:23:03,279 --> 00:23:08,799 If Mr. Fan wants to extort money from us using his wedding as an excuse, 371 00:23:08,799 --> 00:23:10,119 giving him a wedding gift will be enough. 372 00:23:10,119 --> 00:23:11,880 He wants money? I don't have any. 373 00:23:11,880 --> 00:23:13,799 - Me neither. - All of us don't have any money. 374 00:23:13,799 --> 00:23:15,619 That's right. 375 00:23:19,519 --> 00:23:20,820 What's going on? 376 00:23:20,820 --> 00:23:24,120 - Why has the sky grown dark? - What's going on? 377 00:23:29,900 --> 00:23:31,740 He's here. 378 00:23:41,019 --> 00:23:42,419 Hello, everyone. 379 00:23:42,419 --> 00:23:43,960 A pleasure to meet you all. 380 00:23:43,960 --> 00:23:46,380 I am Fan Xian. 381 00:23:46,380 --> 00:23:51,219 I know what you all are thinking. That's why I'll make a disclaimer first. 382 00:23:51,839 --> 00:23:55,720 My wedding is already over. I won't be taking any wedding gifts today. 383 00:24:01,219 --> 00:24:06,760 Of course, I'm sure all of you are most concerned about the Imperial Treasury's deficit. 384 00:24:06,760 --> 00:24:08,419 I'll say this first. 385 00:24:08,419 --> 00:24:13,220 Regarding the Imperial Treasury's deficit, whether in terms of law or reason, 386 00:24:13,220 --> 00:24:15,680 I should be the one covering it. 387 00:24:17,100 --> 00:24:20,219 If that's the case, I guess we were worried for nothing. 388 00:24:20,219 --> 00:24:21,699 Think again. 389 00:24:21,699 --> 00:24:24,860 If that were the case, why would he invite all of us over? 390 00:24:24,860 --> 00:24:26,880 Precisely. 391 00:24:26,880 --> 00:24:27,720 Let's listen to him. 392 00:24:27,720 --> 00:24:29,860 I'm sure you guys are perplexed. 393 00:24:29,860 --> 00:24:34,380 If that's the case, why did I invite all of you here? 394 00:24:34,380 --> 00:24:35,340 That's right. 395 00:24:35,340 --> 00:24:38,499 In this world, every so often, 396 00:24:38,499 --> 00:24:42,939 a miracle beyond its time is born. 397 00:24:43,459 --> 00:24:46,060 Sometimes, it's a person. 398 00:24:46,060 --> 00:24:48,060 Sometimes, it's an object. 399 00:24:48,060 --> 00:24:50,160 Sometimes, 400 00:24:50,699 --> 00:24:53,540 it might even be a concept. 401 00:24:53,540 --> 00:24:55,739 - What's a concept? - Concept? 402 00:24:55,739 --> 00:24:58,540 I think it's a kind of thought. 403 00:24:58,540 --> 00:25:00,079 A kind of thought? 404 00:25:00,939 --> 00:25:07,820 Isn't it lucky for us to be able to witness the birth of a miracle while we're still alive? 405 00:25:07,820 --> 00:25:14,160 Therefore, I've invited all of you here to deliver this fortunate moment to all of you personally. 406 00:25:14,160 --> 00:25:19,319 All of you will get to witness the birth of a miracle. 407 00:25:21,119 --> 00:25:23,279 What is he up to again? 408 00:25:23,279 --> 00:25:24,519 Look. 409 00:25:24,519 --> 00:25:26,619 What is he doing? 410 00:25:27,840 --> 00:25:31,139 Wait... What is he doing? 411 00:25:33,860 --> 00:25:35,499 You, great question. 412 00:25:35,499 --> 00:25:37,939 What should we name this miracle? 413 00:25:37,939 --> 00:25:40,739 Who asked him that question? 414 00:25:42,019 --> 00:25:43,700 Please take a look. 415 00:25:43,700 --> 00:25:45,459 [Treasury bonds] 416 00:25:45,459 --> 00:25:49,400 That's right. It's called a treasury bond. 417 00:25:49,400 --> 00:25:51,079 Treasury bond? What's that? 418 00:25:51,079 --> 00:25:53,300 - Treasury bond? - What is that? 419 00:25:53,300 --> 00:25:54,499 Belt? Whose belt? [Both sound similar] 420 00:25:54,499 --> 00:25:57,219 What belt? He said treasury bond. 421 00:25:57,219 --> 00:25:58,599 Doesn't that word represent debt? 422 00:25:58,599 --> 00:26:00,799 It's treasury bond. 423 00:26:22,780 --> 00:26:24,559 We met before this. 424 00:26:39,860 --> 00:26:43,100 Are you Mr. Wuzhu? Are you looking for Xian? 425 00:26:43,100 --> 00:26:44,300 I'm looking for you. 426 00:26:44,300 --> 00:26:45,739 Me? 427 00:26:45,739 --> 00:26:46,939 That's right. 428 00:26:46,939 --> 00:26:51,019 Right now, everyone is in the main hall. They're listening to Fan Xian. 429 00:26:51,019 --> 00:26:52,920 The timing is just right. 430 00:26:54,380 --> 00:26:56,139 Everyone, 431 00:26:56,680 --> 00:27:00,160 so, what's the meaning of a treasury bond? 432 00:27:00,160 --> 00:27:02,839 [Treasury bonds] As the name implies, 433 00:27:02,839 --> 00:27:06,939 it's a bond of debt given out by the treasury. 434 00:27:06,939 --> 00:27:11,519 The treasury bond can be seen as the Imperial Treasury's debt. 435 00:27:11,519 --> 00:27:12,620 You see? 436 00:27:12,620 --> 00:27:14,499 In the end, he still came back to the same topic. 437 00:27:14,499 --> 00:27:16,479 He did. 438 00:27:16,479 --> 00:27:19,419 As all of you know, I own Danbo Bookstore. 439 00:27:19,419 --> 00:27:24,499 I've spent some effort and printed out the first batch of treasury bonds. 440 00:27:24,499 --> 00:27:28,799 Each of these bonds represents a portion of the Imperial Treasury's debt. 441 00:27:28,799 --> 00:27:30,939 The amounts and terms vary for each bond. 442 00:27:30,939 --> 00:27:36,420 And these differences in amounts and terms correspond to different corresponding details. 443 00:27:36,420 --> 00:27:40,060 Of course I won't explain the details on stage. 444 00:27:40,060 --> 00:27:42,620 They'll be written down and distributed to all of you. 445 00:27:42,620 --> 00:27:45,259 Let's just talk about the important points. 446 00:27:45,259 --> 00:27:50,459 With this, you'll own a portion of the Imperial Treasury's debt. 447 00:27:50,459 --> 00:27:52,820 What does that mean? 448 00:27:52,820 --> 00:27:56,219 Let's take this bond as an example. This bond is worth 5,000 taels. 449 00:27:56,219 --> 00:28:00,540 That means you spend 5,000 taels to become one of the Imperial Treasury's debtors. 450 00:28:00,540 --> 00:28:03,899 On the surface, you're paying the debt on the Imperial Treasury's behalf. 451 00:28:03,899 --> 00:28:09,180 But in reality, you'll get back your money plus interest when the Imperial Treasury makes a profit in the future. 452 00:28:09,180 --> 00:28:12,040 Not just that, but these bonds are tradable and can be circulated. 453 00:28:12,040 --> 00:28:16,819 When it's necessary, it can also be redeemed for cash early according to the rules. 454 00:28:16,819 --> 00:28:18,219 Everyone knows what's going on. 455 00:28:18,219 --> 00:28:20,419 He's just forcing us to cover the Imperial Treasury's deficit. 456 00:28:20,419 --> 00:28:22,940 That's right. 457 00:28:22,940 --> 00:28:25,659 All 20 million taels' worth of bonds are here. 458 00:28:25,659 --> 00:28:28,140 Bids will be accepted. The one with the highest bid will make the purchase. 459 00:28:28,140 --> 00:28:29,359 What does that mean? 460 00:28:29,359 --> 00:28:32,079 That means if someone else offers 6,000 taels when you offer 5,000 taels, 461 00:28:32,079 --> 00:28:34,380 that person will purchase the bond instead of you. 462 00:28:34,380 --> 00:28:37,340 That's ruthless of him. He'll make more than 20 million taels here. 463 00:28:37,340 --> 00:28:39,219 If so, what's the minimum number of bonds we need to purchase? 464 00:28:39,219 --> 00:28:40,900 You purchase them of your own accord. 465 00:28:40,900 --> 00:28:42,979 First come, first served. The sale ends when everything's sold out. 466 00:28:42,979 --> 00:28:45,259 Of our own accord? Only fools will buy it. 467 00:28:45,259 --> 00:28:47,020 Precisely. 468 00:28:48,419 --> 00:28:51,179 You all may also ask me this question. 469 00:28:51,179 --> 00:28:56,459 "I'm spending money to purchase these bonds to cover the Imperial Treasury's debt. 470 00:28:56,459 --> 00:28:58,780 So, what's in it for me?" 471 00:29:02,759 --> 00:29:06,060 To answer that, we have to answer the first question I asked you all. 472 00:29:06,060 --> 00:29:08,939 All of you are experienced merchants who excel at doing business. 473 00:29:08,939 --> 00:29:11,560 I have a question for you all. 474 00:29:11,560 --> 00:29:14,799 What is wealth? 475 00:29:22,300 --> 00:29:25,199 This is wealth. 476 00:29:25,199 --> 00:29:27,060 So wealth consists of silver taels? 477 00:29:27,060 --> 00:29:28,939 Both gold and silver taels are included. 478 00:29:28,939 --> 00:29:30,620 You're wrong. 479 00:29:30,620 --> 00:29:34,640 Gold and silver taels are only tools for you to measure your wealth. They aren't wealth itself. 480 00:29:34,640 --> 00:29:36,019 What do you mean by that? 481 00:29:36,019 --> 00:29:40,419 The silver tael you were holding just now, it was around one liang, right? 482 00:29:40,419 --> 00:29:41,480 Almost. 483 00:29:41,480 --> 00:29:43,619 How much rice can you buy with it? 484 00:29:44,019 --> 00:29:45,739 Around two dan. 485 00:29:45,739 --> 00:29:48,459 But there will be some fluctuations. 486 00:29:48,459 --> 00:29:51,219 We have to view the prices in the rice shops every day. 487 00:29:51,219 --> 00:29:56,719 That means we can buy two dan of rice with one liang of silver tael in the Qing State today. 488 00:29:56,719 --> 00:29:59,279 That's the standard of measurement. 489 00:29:59,279 --> 00:30:01,925 Mr. Fan, aren't you stating the obvious here? 490 00:30:01,925 --> 00:30:02,880 [What is wealth?] 491 00:30:02,880 --> 00:30:06,200 I went to Northern Qi some time ago. I assume all of you have heard about it. 492 00:30:06,200 --> 00:30:07,540 Mr. Fan, you dominated Northern Qi with your might. 493 00:30:07,540 --> 00:30:09,979 You are the young hero, am I right? 494 00:30:09,979 --> 00:30:14,400 In Northern Qi, you can only buy one dan of rice with one liang of silver tael. 495 00:30:14,400 --> 00:30:15,893 You see? 496 00:30:15,893 --> 00:30:21,499 One liang of silver tael has different values in Northern Qi and the Qing State. 497 00:30:21,499 --> 00:30:24,659 Northern Qi was defeated by the Qing State during our battle. 498 00:30:24,659 --> 00:30:26,699 Naturally, the price of their rice would increase. 499 00:30:26,699 --> 00:30:28,820 That's right. 500 00:30:28,820 --> 00:30:33,419 Disasters and wars will affect the prices of our commodities. 501 00:30:33,419 --> 00:30:35,419 Why don't you consider this? 502 00:30:35,419 --> 00:30:37,659 What if you all were in Northern Qi now? 503 00:30:37,659 --> 00:30:41,419 How much of your so-called wealth would be retained, then? 504 00:30:41,419 --> 00:30:44,979 But the Qing State is flourishing right now. 505 00:30:44,979 --> 00:30:46,300 We don't need to worry about that. 506 00:30:46,300 --> 00:30:48,160 You're right! 507 00:31:02,780 --> 00:31:08,140 I wouldn't even know about the existence of such a place had you not brought me here. 508 00:31:08,140 --> 00:31:12,280 I lived here before. That's why I'm familiar with it. 509 00:31:12,280 --> 00:31:14,739 Why weren't you looking for Xian this time around? 510 00:31:14,739 --> 00:31:16,340 Do you fear death? 511 00:31:16,340 --> 00:31:18,300 Of course I do. 512 00:31:18,300 --> 00:31:20,300 What if you have to face death for Fan Xian's sake? 513 00:31:20,300 --> 00:31:22,459 What's wrong with Xian? 514 00:31:22,459 --> 00:31:23,699 I want you to protect him. 515 00:31:23,699 --> 00:31:25,140 Is Xian in danger? 516 00:31:25,140 --> 00:31:26,900 Someone might be trying to kill him. 517 00:31:26,900 --> 00:31:27,979 That's fine. 518 00:31:27,979 --> 00:31:32,019 Xian is a capable martial artist. Besides, he has bodyguards. 519 00:31:32,019 --> 00:31:34,179 That's useless. They're not strong enough. 520 00:31:34,179 --> 00:31:35,380 But he has plenty of bodyguards. 521 00:31:35,380 --> 00:31:37,699 The number doesn't make a difference. 522 00:31:37,699 --> 00:31:40,659 Is his assailant that powerful? Who exactly is trying to kill him? 523 00:31:40,659 --> 00:31:42,319 Me. 524 00:31:42,319 --> 00:31:44,820 The Qing State has flourished for a long time with peace and stability. 525 00:31:44,820 --> 00:31:48,939 That's the foundation of retaining the value of the gold and silver taels. 526 00:31:48,939 --> 00:31:53,820 Therefore, wealth is more than just gold and silver taels. 527 00:31:53,820 --> 00:31:57,860 It's closely related to the nation's fortune and strength. 528 00:31:57,860 --> 00:32:01,219 What do you all think about the nation's fortune, then? 529 00:32:01,219 --> 00:32:06,019 Naturally, the nation is prosperous with its wise ruler and intelligent subjects. 530 00:32:06,019 --> 00:32:07,540 That's right. 531 00:32:07,540 --> 00:32:14,259 The nation's fortune and strength are the very foundation that sustains wealth and even continuous growth in the future. 532 00:32:14,259 --> 00:32:15,499 [National strength and fortune constitute wealth] 533 00:32:15,499 --> 00:32:18,739 We can see that the Imperial Treasury will do well in the future. 534 00:32:18,739 --> 00:32:21,060 You all should look into the future. 535 00:32:21,060 --> 00:32:24,780 What if you possess the treasury bonds? What does that mean? 536 00:32:25,620 --> 00:32:32,197 That means you all are long-term investors who'll never incur any losses. 537 00:32:34,100 --> 00:32:36,699 This is too good to be true. 538 00:32:39,499 --> 00:32:42,060 I think... Excellent. 539 00:32:42,060 --> 00:32:44,440 Mr. Fan, that was an excellent display. 540 00:32:44,440 --> 00:32:45,680 You... You understood him, right? 541 00:32:45,680 --> 00:32:49,119 I... I understand. 542 00:32:49,119 --> 00:32:53,640 Mr. Fan, your words were deafening and enlightening! 543 00:32:53,640 --> 00:32:55,480 That's right! 544 00:32:55,480 --> 00:32:58,939 Well, do you all know who Mr. Fan is? 545 00:32:58,939 --> 00:33:02,119 He's an important official of the state. 546 00:33:02,119 --> 00:33:03,620 He's in the Imperial Inspectorate. 547 00:33:03,620 --> 00:33:05,659 And now, he has taken over the Imperial Treasury. 548 00:33:05,659 --> 00:33:07,740 He already spoke just now. 549 00:33:07,740 --> 00:33:10,140 Don't you all understand what he's trying to get at? 550 00:33:10,140 --> 00:33:13,620 Mr. Fan, well... 551 00:33:13,620 --> 00:33:16,780 What was that again? Treasury bond? I'll pay 200 taels for it. 552 00:33:16,780 --> 00:33:19,719 You can take it as your wedding gift. 553 00:33:23,140 --> 00:33:26,179 Mr. Fan has devoted so much effort to cover the Imperial Treasury's deficit. 554 00:33:26,179 --> 00:33:27,380 He has done so much for us. 555 00:33:27,380 --> 00:33:30,079 [Shopkeeper Ma, Capital Merchant] How dare you give an offer of 200 taels? 556 00:33:30,079 --> 00:33:33,259 Mr. Fan, I'll fork out 500 taels! I'll buy it right now. 557 00:33:33,259 --> 00:33:35,720 All of us will buy it, then. 558 00:33:35,720 --> 00:33:38,179 I'll fork out 300 taels! 559 00:33:45,219 --> 00:33:47,100 [Shopkeeper Su, Capital Merchant] Seems like all of us are excited. 560 00:33:47,100 --> 00:33:50,019 Mr. Fan, the treasury bond represents a debt, right? 561 00:33:50,019 --> 00:33:51,860 But you don't need to repay us for it. 562 00:33:51,860 --> 00:33:55,100 - Yeah. - You don't need to repay us for it. 563 00:33:55,100 --> 00:33:57,179 I'll fork out 5,000 taels. 564 00:33:57,179 --> 00:34:00,179 What? 5,000 taels? 565 00:34:00,179 --> 00:34:02,459 What is he thinking? 566 00:34:08,360 --> 00:34:10,159 Did you all 567 00:34:11,340 --> 00:34:14,099 not understand what I was saying just now? 568 00:34:14,099 --> 00:34:15,539 I understand now. 569 00:34:15,539 --> 00:34:18,180 The nation's fortune is tied to you alone. 570 00:34:18,180 --> 00:34:20,139 Supporting you is our unquestionable duty. 571 00:34:20,139 --> 00:34:23,220 Mr. Fan, did you not understand my intention? 572 00:34:23,220 --> 00:34:25,539 I plan to donate 5,000 taels to your cause. 573 00:34:25,539 --> 00:34:28,219 Seems like they didn't understand me at all. 574 00:34:29,900 --> 00:34:32,260 I need a substitute for the second half. 575 00:34:32,260 --> 00:34:34,660 Wait. Let me reorganize what you said. 576 00:34:34,660 --> 00:34:36,459 According to what you said, 577 00:34:36,459 --> 00:34:39,979 you lost your memories in Jiangnan and killed countless people because of it? 578 00:34:39,979 --> 00:34:41,780 That's about it. 579 00:34:41,780 --> 00:34:46,000 If so, is it possible that you might not be the culprit? 580 00:34:46,000 --> 00:34:47,900 That's possible as well. 581 00:34:47,900 --> 00:34:49,860 If so, everything's fine, then. 582 00:34:49,860 --> 00:34:54,360 However, if such a person does exist, he should be as strong as me. 583 00:34:55,499 --> 00:34:58,579 May I ask you a question? How strong are you? 584 00:34:58,579 --> 00:35:00,740 I can hold my own against a grandmaster. 585 00:35:00,740 --> 00:35:03,740 You want me to protect my brother and fend off a grandmaster? 586 00:35:03,740 --> 00:35:06,180 I'm not telling you to fend him off. I'm telling you to kill him. 587 00:35:06,180 --> 00:35:09,740 You have to kill a grandmaster. Maybe you have to kill me. 588 00:35:09,740 --> 00:35:13,099 - Mr. Wuzhu, I don't know any martial arts. - I know that. 589 00:35:13,099 --> 00:35:16,059 How could a normal person fight against a grandmaster? 590 00:35:16,059 --> 00:35:19,280 What do people rely on to change the world? 591 00:35:21,300 --> 00:35:23,179 Courage? 592 00:35:23,740 --> 00:35:25,580 Intelligence? 593 00:35:26,539 --> 00:35:28,299 Beauty? 594 00:35:36,619 --> 00:35:38,559 And tools. 595 00:35:44,860 --> 00:35:49,139 This was meant for my brother. Why do you have it? 596 00:35:49,139 --> 00:35:50,820 I brought it here. 597 00:35:50,820 --> 00:35:52,180 Did you steal it? 598 00:35:52,180 --> 00:35:53,979 If I can no longer trust myself, 599 00:35:53,979 --> 00:35:57,819 I need someone else to protect Fan Xian on my behalf. 600 00:35:59,700 --> 00:36:03,580 So the tool inside is capable of hurting a grandmaster? 601 00:36:07,419 --> 00:36:08,760 Have a seat. 602 00:36:08,760 --> 00:36:11,360 Here, have a seat. 603 00:36:16,519 --> 00:36:18,340 What is he doing on stage? 604 00:36:19,679 --> 00:36:21,280 Everyone, 605 00:36:22,320 --> 00:36:25,039 were the dishes to your liking? 606 00:36:25,039 --> 00:36:27,010 Tell me if you don't like any of them. 607 00:36:27,010 --> 00:36:29,800 I'll tell them to make something else. 608 00:36:29,800 --> 00:36:31,459 Who's that? 609 00:36:31,459 --> 00:36:33,579 I think that's Fan Sizhe. 610 00:36:33,579 --> 00:36:35,900 Wasn't he kicked out of the Capital due to his crime? 611 00:36:35,900 --> 00:36:38,059 Are you seeking death? 612 00:36:38,059 --> 00:36:40,079 I don't know him. 613 00:36:41,260 --> 00:36:44,039 All right. Just leave it here. You two may leave. 614 00:36:45,419 --> 00:36:48,019 Firstly, let me introduce myself. 615 00:36:48,019 --> 00:36:53,499 I'm a young merchant who's fanatical about doing business. 616 00:36:53,499 --> 00:36:56,019 I heard that all kinds of merchants would be here today. 617 00:36:56,019 --> 00:36:58,180 A lot of my seniors are here. 618 00:36:58,180 --> 00:37:01,860 Initially, I wanted to learn from your experiences. 619 00:37:01,860 --> 00:37:05,259 But I never expected my brother... 620 00:37:06,300 --> 00:37:09,300 I mean, Mr. Fan, who's famous throughout the state, 621 00:37:09,300 --> 00:37:13,939 to deliver a speech that has enlightened everyone here. 622 00:37:13,939 --> 00:37:18,660 It serves as a wake-up call. It was such an excellent speech. 623 00:37:18,660 --> 00:37:23,099 I wonder what Mr. Fan's brain looks like. I wonder what's inside. 624 00:37:23,099 --> 00:37:25,920 How did he come up with all of these ingenious ideas? 625 00:37:25,920 --> 00:37:28,920 During his speech, he said wealth 626 00:37:28,920 --> 00:37:31,579 was more than the gold and silver taels we possess. 627 00:37:31,579 --> 00:37:37,059 The nation's fortune and strength constitute continuous growth in the future. 628 00:37:37,059 --> 00:37:39,139 That was such an excellent statement. 629 00:37:39,139 --> 00:37:41,740 We've truly benefited from it. 630 00:37:41,740 --> 00:37:45,180 I think you all should think about it 631 00:37:45,180 --> 00:37:46,559 and try to study it. 632 00:37:46,559 --> 00:37:50,679 You might discover a new field. 633 00:37:50,679 --> 00:37:56,780 We are already deeply moved and inspired. 634 00:37:56,780 --> 00:37:59,900 I think you can experience more of such emotions. 635 00:37:59,900 --> 00:38:03,099 Just now, Mr. Fan asked you all a question. 636 00:38:03,099 --> 00:38:06,220 If so, I, a junior, 637 00:38:06,220 --> 00:38:09,860 will be asking you all a question boldly as well. 638 00:38:09,860 --> 00:38:10,979 Please go ahead. 639 00:38:10,979 --> 00:38:12,939 I'll proceed, then. 640 00:38:12,939 --> 00:38:17,740 Who does the Imperial Treasury belong to? 641 00:38:17,740 --> 00:38:20,019 Naturally, it's the imperial family's property. 642 00:38:20,019 --> 00:38:21,180 The imperial family, right? 643 00:38:21,180 --> 00:38:23,499 If so, who owns the money in the Imperial Treasury? 644 00:38:23,499 --> 00:38:25,220 The imperial family. 645 00:38:25,220 --> 00:38:27,220 If so, the Imperial Treasury's debt... 646 00:38:27,220 --> 00:38:29,399 It will also be the imperial family's debt, then. 647 00:38:29,399 --> 00:38:31,019 Excellent words. 648 00:38:31,019 --> 00:38:32,800 Everyone, think about it. 649 00:38:32,800 --> 00:38:35,820 If you do purchase the treasury bond, 650 00:38:35,820 --> 00:38:39,939 doesn't that mean you're sharing the imperial family's burden with them? 651 00:38:39,939 --> 00:38:42,820 To put it nicely, those who purchase the treasury bonds 652 00:38:42,820 --> 00:38:47,019 will be sharing His Majesty's burden with him. 653 00:38:47,019 --> 00:38:49,360 This may sound disrespectful. 654 00:38:49,360 --> 00:38:51,530 Please don't tell anyone else about this. 655 00:38:51,539 --> 00:38:54,099 If you do purchase the treasury bonds, 656 00:38:54,099 --> 00:38:58,459 doesn't that make you one of His Majesty's debtors? Am I right? 657 00:38:58,459 --> 00:39:01,200 Please don't tell anyone that I said that. 658 00:39:01,200 --> 00:39:03,220 Therefore, please think about it. 659 00:39:03,220 --> 00:39:04,459 Once you purchase the treasury bonds, 660 00:39:04,459 --> 00:39:07,900 what would other people think about you when you do business out there? 661 00:39:07,900 --> 00:39:09,260 Let's talk about the same trade here. 662 00:39:09,260 --> 00:39:13,579 Would you do the trade with someone with a treasury bond or someone without a treasury bond? 663 00:39:13,579 --> 00:39:18,500 Therefore, the treasury bond serves to boost your confidence. 664 00:39:19,180 --> 00:39:20,960 He does have a point. 665 00:39:20,960 --> 00:39:24,139 It does sound interesting when he puts it as such. 666 00:39:24,139 --> 00:39:26,220 Mister, you're right. 667 00:39:26,220 --> 00:39:29,660 Mr. Fan was the one who came up with this brilliant idea. 668 00:39:29,660 --> 00:39:32,419 As long as the people exist, the government will thrive. 669 00:39:32,419 --> 00:39:36,599 I'm sure all of us admire Mr. Fan's graceful demeanor. 670 00:39:38,139 --> 00:39:43,360 As long as the people exist, the government will thrive, huh? 671 00:39:43,360 --> 00:39:44,639 That's right. 672 00:39:45,419 --> 00:39:47,340 As long as the people exist, the government will thrive. The opposite is true as well. 673 00:39:47,340 --> 00:39:52,619 Are you all worried that my promise wouldn't count if I were to be toppled? 674 00:39:52,619 --> 00:39:55,539 Mr. Fan, please resolve our doubts. 675 00:39:55,539 --> 00:39:57,180 Don't ask me that. 676 00:39:57,180 --> 00:39:58,459 Ask him. 677 00:39:58,459 --> 00:40:01,840 He's responsible for the second half. 678 00:40:02,419 --> 00:40:05,260 All right. That's a good question. 679 00:40:05,260 --> 00:40:07,619 Mr. Fan, your answer was excellent too. 680 00:40:07,619 --> 00:40:09,979 As long as the people exist, the government will thrive. The opposite is true as well. 681 00:40:09,979 --> 00:40:11,320 What does that mean? 682 00:40:11,320 --> 00:40:15,260 That means if he's gone, who will you collect your debt from? 683 00:40:15,260 --> 00:40:16,440 This may not sound pleasant, 684 00:40:16,440 --> 00:40:19,380 but if Mr. Fan were to be toppled one day, 685 00:40:19,380 --> 00:40:23,719 all of the money you've invested into the bonds will go down the drain as well, am I right? 686 00:40:24,679 --> 00:40:26,300 He's right about that. 687 00:40:26,300 --> 00:40:29,260 Everyone, don't be anxious. 688 00:40:29,260 --> 00:40:30,660 Please take a look. 689 00:40:30,660 --> 00:40:37,059 [100 Years of Union] 690 00:40:37,059 --> 00:40:42,700 I'm sure you all knew that His Majesty wrote these four words 691 00:40:42,700 --> 00:40:48,752 and delivered it to the Fan's Residence during Mr. Fan's wedding. 692 00:40:48,752 --> 00:40:50,780 I'll ask you this. 693 00:40:50,780 --> 00:40:54,019 Out of all the noble families in the capital, 694 00:40:54,019 --> 00:40:56,099 which of them has ever received 695 00:40:56,099 --> 00:40:59,480 a plaque with calligraphy written by His Majesty himself before? 696 00:40:59,480 --> 00:41:00,900 - Is there any? - No. 697 00:41:00,900 --> 00:41:02,499 Mr. Fan is the only one. 698 00:41:02,499 --> 00:41:03,639 He's the only one! 699 00:41:03,639 --> 00:41:06,579 Let me ask you this. How do you read these four words? 700 00:41:06,579 --> 00:41:09,139 100 Years of Union. 701 00:41:09,139 --> 00:41:10,660 What's the meaning of 100 years? 702 00:41:10,660 --> 00:41:12,019 100 years. 703 00:41:12,019 --> 00:41:15,459 It cannot be considered 100 years even if it's only one year short. 704 00:41:15,459 --> 00:41:21,740 These four words represent the pact between His Majesty and Mr. Fan. 705 00:41:21,740 --> 00:41:24,900 It represents His Majesty's trust in the Fan family. 706 00:41:24,900 --> 00:41:29,139 It's also an opportunity for you all to ascend to higher ranks in the future. 707 00:41:29,139 --> 00:41:30,860 You should think twice. 708 00:41:30,860 --> 00:41:33,780 This is the only opportunity you'll get. 709 00:41:33,780 --> 00:41:37,059 You might have to wait until the next century to have a chance 710 00:41:37,059 --> 00:41:39,979 to establish a connection with the imperial family next time. 711 00:41:39,979 --> 00:41:44,259 Someone, deliver the plaque back to the residence. 712 00:41:46,139 --> 00:41:47,940 Thank you all for coming. 713 00:41:53,780 --> 00:41:58,099 Everyone, we've already said what we needed to say. 714 00:41:58,099 --> 00:41:59,260 It's getting late. 715 00:41:59,260 --> 00:42:01,860 I'm afraid it's quite late for you to rush back to the Capital. 716 00:42:01,860 --> 00:42:06,139 You all may spend the night here if you don't mind. You can head back tomorrow. 717 00:42:06,139 --> 00:42:08,500 As for the treasury bonds, 718 00:42:09,499 --> 00:42:11,780 I'll keep my promise. 719 00:42:11,780 --> 00:42:12,860 The sale ends when the treasury bonds are sold out. 720 00:42:12,860 --> 00:42:14,980 You may purchase them of your own accord. 721 00:42:23,059 --> 00:42:24,979 Wasn't it locked? 722 00:42:24,979 --> 00:42:28,459 It was locked before this. I unlocked it. 723 00:42:28,459 --> 00:42:30,299 How do I use this? 724 00:42:32,419 --> 00:42:34,019 It lacks a main component. 725 00:42:34,019 --> 00:42:37,219 You'll only get the full item if you combine them. 726 00:42:40,300 --> 00:42:42,979 Main component? Combine them? 727 00:42:42,979 --> 00:42:45,300 Why does it sound like a musket? 728 00:42:45,300 --> 00:42:47,380 Mr. Wuzhu, a musket won't do. 729 00:42:47,380 --> 00:42:50,059 It's troublesome, hard to aim, and inferior to bows and arrows. 730 00:42:50,059 --> 00:42:51,579 I can't damage a grandmaster with this. 731 00:42:51,579 --> 00:42:52,740 You can. 732 00:42:52,740 --> 00:42:54,539 I can't believe such a hand cannon does exist. 733 00:42:54,539 --> 00:42:55,740 This is different. 734 00:42:55,740 --> 00:42:57,099 Young Lady brought it out. 735 00:42:57,099 --> 00:42:58,139 From where? 736 00:42:58,139 --> 00:42:59,840 Divine Temple. 737 00:43:01,040 --> 00:43:10,100 Translation and Timing by the Joy of Life 2 Team @ Viki.com 738 00:43:12,610 --> 00:43:16,660 "Excuse Me" by Zhou Shen 739 00:43:16,660 --> 00:43:21,660 ♫ The youth raises his head As he moves toward his moon ♫ 740 00:43:24,360 --> 00:43:29,480 ♫ People tease him for being delusional Wondering why he is so unconventional ♫ 741 00:43:31,980 --> 00:43:35,740 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 742 00:43:35,740 --> 00:43:39,660 ♫ How could it remain unstained? ♫ 743 00:43:39,660 --> 00:43:44,680 ♫ If silver tael has a value Who can truly be carefree? ♫ 744 00:43:45,800 --> 00:43:48,600 ♫ All of you are right ♫ 745 00:43:48,600 --> 00:43:53,600 ♫ He said: "Please Make way" ♫ 746 00:43:53,600 --> 00:43:55,980 ♫ "Let me drink until I drop" ♫ 747 00:43:55,980 --> 00:44:01,140 ♫ On the court I recite several verses ♫ 748 00:44:01,140 --> 00:44:05,320 ♫ Let me wear a white robe And cross the alley filled with insanity ♫ 749 00:44:05,320 --> 00:44:08,660 ♫ To scoop up the moon's reflection in the muddy pond ♫ 750 00:44:08,660 --> 00:44:11,000 ♫ Sirs, please forgive me ♫ 751 00:44:11,000 --> 00:44:16,100 ♫ Your words of advice I understand, but I don't want to pretend ♫ 752 00:44:16,100 --> 00:44:20,360 ♫ People search for the golden land While I search for the moon ♫ 753 00:44:20,360 --> 00:44:22,940 ♫ Why should we travel together? ♫ 754 00:44:22,940 --> 00:44:24,760 ♫ Thank you ♫ 755 00:44:24,760 --> 00:44:26,740 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 756 00:44:26,740 --> 00:44:30,440 ♫ You are you I am me ♫ 757 00:44:30,440 --> 00:44:32,260 ♫ Thank you ♫ 758 00:44:32,260 --> 00:44:34,220 ♫ Excuse me ♫ 759 00:44:34,220 --> 00:44:38,820 ♫ You are you I am me ♫ 760 00:44:51,750 --> 00:44:55,350 ♫ Wearing a white robe when crossing a muddy pond ♫ 761 00:44:55,350 --> 00:44:59,270 ♫ Remarkably worldly-wise yet hopelessly romantic ♫ 762 00:44:59,270 --> 00:45:02,400 ♫ Know what you love ♫ 763 00:45:02,400 --> 00:45:05,250 ♫ Don't change ♫ 764 00:45:06,760 --> 00:45:10,560 ♫ If one has witnessed both light and shadow ♫ 765 00:45:10,560 --> 00:45:14,310 ♫ Yet retains their innocence ♫ 766 00:45:14,310 --> 00:45:17,300 ♫ They shall be cloaked in moonlight ♫ 767 00:45:17,300 --> 00:45:20,280 ♫ As they journey through the night ♫