1 00:01:25,322 --> 00:01:31,002 (Joy of Life Season 2) 2 00:01:31,083 --> 00:01:33,966 (Episode 8) 3 00:01:35,719 --> 00:01:37,268 Does President Chen intend to retire? 4 00:01:41,680 --> 00:01:42,922 It's not just Chen Ping Ping. 5 00:01:44,719 --> 00:01:45,939 I wish to retire too. 6 00:01:47,079 --> 00:01:48,602 It's time to hand the Overwatch Council 7 00:01:48,799 --> 00:01:50,570 to youngsters like you all. 8 00:01:53,760 --> 00:01:55,362 Your retirement doesn't matter. 9 00:01:55,560 --> 00:01:57,442 However, President Chen cannot retire. 10 00:01:58,606 --> 00:01:59,806 What are you saying? 11 00:01:59,910 --> 00:02:02,640 No one in the Overwatch Council is as important as President Chen. 12 00:02:08,835 --> 00:02:10,282 Do you know that 13 00:02:10,578 --> 00:02:12,162 your trip to Northern Qi 14 00:02:12,599 --> 00:02:15,569 was actually part of Chen Ping Ping's plan? 15 00:02:24,673 --> 00:02:26,882 It's my honor to serve the country. 16 00:02:29,181 --> 00:02:31,762 He anticipated you'd say that. 17 00:02:32,532 --> 00:02:33,962 Did he ask you to ask me about this? 18 00:02:35,120 --> 00:02:36,340 He has one more question: 19 00:02:37,589 --> 00:02:40,838 Would you accept any order he gives? 20 00:02:40,957 --> 00:02:42,177 Certainly. 21 00:02:43,407 --> 00:02:47,122 What if his order is for you to stop following orders 22 00:02:47,502 --> 00:02:50,473 and live by your own choices? 23 00:02:52,939 --> 00:02:54,159 What does that mean? 24 00:02:58,333 --> 00:02:59,882 Here, help me up. 25 00:03:03,415 --> 00:03:05,904 You should spend more time with Fan Xian. 26 00:03:06,400 --> 00:03:07,519 Is there a task? 27 00:03:07,635 --> 00:03:08,819 Make friends with him. 28 00:03:13,103 --> 00:03:14,512 Making friends is a task? 29 00:03:16,840 --> 00:03:18,252 You need to learn from him. 30 00:03:19,000 --> 00:03:22,122 Sometimes, there needs to be a balance between emotion and law. 31 00:03:22,960 --> 00:03:25,162 He's better at doing that than you. 32 00:03:26,599 --> 00:03:27,962 How should I balance them? 33 00:03:28,439 --> 00:03:29,842 Those are two different matters. 34 00:03:31,400 --> 00:03:35,562 It's like when you brought Shen Zhong's sister back to the capital. 35 00:03:41,654 --> 00:03:43,122 I disobeyed orders. 36 00:03:43,782 --> 00:03:45,002 I'm willing to be punished. 37 00:03:46,767 --> 00:03:48,402 Forget about whether it's an order or not. 38 00:03:48,649 --> 00:03:50,722 Forget about whether it's right or wrong. 39 00:03:51,508 --> 00:03:54,559 Your action showed that you followed your heart. 40 00:03:55,502 --> 00:03:57,962 How can we disregard right and wrong? 41 00:04:00,000 --> 00:04:02,402 There's no rush. 42 00:04:03,567 --> 00:04:04,787 Let's go home first. 43 00:04:07,276 --> 00:04:10,802 I'll gradually hand over the tasks in the Fourth Bureau to you. 44 00:04:11,472 --> 00:04:13,962 I've been working hard for so many years. 45 00:04:14,840 --> 00:04:16,562 It's time for me to enjoy life. 46 00:04:17,006 --> 00:04:18,162 Sure. 47 00:04:18,635 --> 00:04:19,859 For your sake, 48 00:04:19,940 --> 00:04:21,042 in the future, 49 00:04:21,124 --> 00:04:22,344 I'll try not to deceive His Majesty. 50 00:04:23,480 --> 00:04:26,002 Should I kick you out of the Yan family 51 00:04:26,216 --> 00:04:27,882 before I enjoy life? 52 00:04:28,360 --> 00:04:29,722 Is that a task too? 53 00:04:31,720 --> 00:04:33,122 Take it slow. 54 00:04:43,079 --> 00:04:44,299 Lord Yan. 55 00:04:45,132 --> 00:04:46,352 Come on. 56 00:04:46,839 --> 00:04:48,962 - You really came. - Slow down. 57 00:04:49,629 --> 00:04:50,762 President Chen wants me 58 00:04:50,870 --> 00:04:52,744 to show you around to help you get familiar with the place. 59 00:04:52,825 --> 00:04:54,045 Give me that. 60 00:04:54,761 --> 00:04:56,539 - Hurry up! - This place, then. 61 00:04:58,720 --> 00:04:59,940 Thank you very much. 62 00:05:00,040 --> 00:05:01,099 Thank you. 63 00:05:01,160 --> 00:05:02,240 This way, please. 64 00:05:02,366 --> 00:05:03,761 Give me a hand. 65 00:05:05,680 --> 00:05:07,082 It's quite lively here. 66 00:05:07,440 --> 00:05:10,962 The First Bureau interacts with all the officials in the capital. 67 00:05:12,206 --> 00:05:15,042 After Zhu Ge's death, this place has become more chaotic. 68 00:05:15,399 --> 00:05:16,842 Come here, right. 69 00:05:17,160 --> 00:05:18,642 Put this here. 70 00:05:19,680 --> 00:05:20,900 Careful. 71 00:05:21,800 --> 00:05:22,960 Come, put it over there. 72 00:05:23,040 --> 00:05:24,402 Put it over there. 73 00:05:24,781 --> 00:05:26,223 Come on, let's take a look inside. 74 00:05:26,304 --> 00:05:27,442 You go yourself. 75 00:05:27,513 --> 00:05:28,722 I'm too lazy to look at them. 76 00:05:30,735 --> 00:05:31,955 There's a good show inside. 77 00:05:34,560 --> 00:05:36,042 I guarantee it'll be lively. 78 00:05:55,839 --> 00:05:58,220 We just walk in, and no one questions us. 79 00:06:07,367 --> 00:06:08,587 Yunmeng Fish? 80 00:06:09,874 --> 00:06:11,171 - You know this? - It's a fish species 81 00:06:11,252 --> 00:06:12,316 exclusive to Great Lake in the south. 82 00:06:12,453 --> 00:06:13,659 It's known for its exquisite taste. 83 00:06:13,759 --> 00:06:16,882 - The south is quite far, right? - Yes. 84 00:06:17,289 --> 00:06:18,597 What about these ice cubes? 85 00:06:18,724 --> 00:06:20,873 They were cut from the northern border last year 86 00:06:21,560 --> 00:06:22,929 and preserved until now. 87 00:06:23,040 --> 00:06:24,602 It must be for these fish. 88 00:06:25,138 --> 00:06:27,042 They were transported urgently over 800 miles to the capital. 89 00:06:27,800 --> 00:06:30,439 From the extreme south to the extreme north, spanning 800 miles, 90 00:06:30,519 --> 00:06:31,882 just for a taste of the fresh fish? 91 00:06:32,079 --> 00:06:33,482 What are you three doing? 92 00:06:34,041 --> 00:06:35,082 Qi Nian? 93 00:06:35,560 --> 00:06:36,780 Zhu. 94 00:06:37,327 --> 00:06:39,362 Young Master Yan. Chief Inspector. 95 00:06:39,842 --> 00:06:42,962 - You know me? - Everyone in the Council knows you. 96 00:06:43,108 --> 00:06:44,280 You're usually so busy. 97 00:06:44,360 --> 00:06:45,760 What brings you to the First Bureau today? 98 00:06:45,893 --> 00:06:46,922 Zhu. 99 00:06:47,446 --> 00:06:49,482 President Chen made an announcement. 100 00:06:49,680 --> 00:06:51,960 As Chief Inspector, Lord Fan 101 00:06:52,041 --> 00:06:54,682 will temporarily handle the affairs of the First Bureau. 102 00:06:55,698 --> 00:06:57,178 That's great news. 103 00:06:57,259 --> 00:06:58,479 I'll go inform everyone. 104 00:06:58,583 --> 00:06:59,722 Tell me. 105 00:07:00,560 --> 00:07:01,780 Zhu, right? 106 00:07:02,398 --> 00:07:03,618 Who 107 00:07:03,911 --> 00:07:06,202 sent these Yunmeng Fish? 108 00:07:06,763 --> 00:07:07,763 Well... 109 00:07:07,844 --> 00:07:10,562 I just came back from a business trip, so I'm not sure. 110 00:07:10,699 --> 00:07:12,935 Fine. Then I'll ask someone else. 111 00:07:13,016 --> 00:07:16,522 Lord Fan, I'll inform everyone to come out to greet you. 112 00:07:16,676 --> 00:07:17,896 No need. 113 00:07:18,782 --> 00:07:20,402 I'll greet them myself. 114 00:07:35,920 --> 00:07:37,140 One Bamboo. 115 00:07:38,146 --> 00:07:40,282 - Six Character. - Green Dragon. 116 00:07:41,639 --> 00:07:42,859 Six Bamboo. 117 00:07:46,583 --> 00:07:48,802 - Two Bamboo. - One Bamboo. 118 00:07:48,883 --> 00:07:50,274 Come on. 119 00:07:50,355 --> 00:07:52,576 - South Wind. - Eight Bamboo. 120 00:07:52,669 --> 00:07:54,610 - So close. - Four Character. 121 00:07:57,680 --> 00:07:59,499 - Quick! - Green Dragon. 122 00:08:01,639 --> 00:08:02,759 It's your turn. 123 00:08:02,889 --> 00:08:04,109 He's about to Pong. 124 00:08:04,213 --> 00:08:05,362 Pong! 125 00:08:13,022 --> 00:08:15,122 Do you all know me? 126 00:08:16,527 --> 00:08:18,002 Put them away! 127 00:08:23,439 --> 00:08:25,562 Impressive. It's quite spectacular. 128 00:08:26,391 --> 00:08:28,402 The mahjong tiles are made of amber. 129 00:08:29,453 --> 00:08:31,282 My Lord, it's fake. 130 00:08:32,653 --> 00:08:33,733 I'm fake? 131 00:08:33,814 --> 00:08:35,034 No, My Lord. 132 00:08:35,190 --> 00:08:37,610 The amber is fake. It just looks like it. 133 00:08:37,999 --> 00:08:39,838 - Who sent it? - The Imperial Treasury. 134 00:08:39,934 --> 00:08:42,158 They sent a set to each of the Eight Bureau. 135 00:08:42,239 --> 00:08:44,438 My Lord, when we have official duties, 136 00:08:44,519 --> 00:08:45,838 we definitely won't play Mahjong. 137 00:08:45,919 --> 00:08:48,202 It's just been quiet lately. 138 00:08:48,855 --> 00:08:50,075 My Lord, 139 00:08:50,701 --> 00:08:52,002 please forgive us. 140 00:08:54,279 --> 00:08:55,922 What about those fish outside? 141 00:08:56,240 --> 00:08:57,682 Who sent them? 142 00:08:59,960 --> 00:09:01,610 What fish? 143 00:09:02,000 --> 00:09:04,442 Yunmeng Fish, the urgent delivery from 800 miles away. 144 00:09:05,000 --> 00:09:06,729 I don't know much about it. 145 00:09:11,159 --> 00:09:12,379 Who's in charge here? 146 00:09:18,273 --> 00:09:19,642 You don't know this either? 147 00:09:21,720 --> 00:09:22,940 My Lord, 148 00:09:23,320 --> 00:09:26,162 all the supervisors are on leave. 149 00:09:27,519 --> 00:09:28,739 None of them show up? 150 00:09:29,879 --> 00:09:32,610 We haven't had much to do lately. 151 00:09:33,080 --> 00:09:34,300 How come you don't have much to do? 152 00:09:34,574 --> 00:09:38,824 There are quite a few daily files and cases to be reviewed and archived. 153 00:09:39,919 --> 00:09:41,139 Who's handling it? 154 00:09:41,320 --> 00:09:42,842 The registrar in our bureau. 155 00:09:43,031 --> 00:09:45,561 He handles all these chores. 156 00:09:46,273 --> 00:09:48,240 - Where is he now? - He's in the side courtyard. 157 00:09:48,391 --> 00:09:49,681 I'll go get him. 158 00:09:49,886 --> 00:09:51,682 No need. I'll go to him myself. 159 00:09:52,559 --> 00:09:53,779 You guys 160 00:09:55,078 --> 00:09:56,298 continue playing. 161 00:09:56,526 --> 00:09:57,746 Enjoy yourselves. 162 00:09:58,160 --> 00:10:00,402 By the way, when you're done having fun, 163 00:10:00,550 --> 00:10:02,442 distribute those fish outside among yourselves. 164 00:10:02,759 --> 00:10:05,010 If they are left outside for too long, they will spoil. 165 00:10:14,805 --> 00:10:15,929 Stay put. 166 00:10:16,080 --> 00:10:17,449 Are you really going to keep playing? 167 00:10:20,799 --> 00:10:23,329 - What should we do? - I don't know. 168 00:10:43,000 --> 00:10:44,220 Anyone here? 169 00:10:50,799 --> 00:10:51,920 Qi Nian. 170 00:10:52,008 --> 00:10:53,055 Zi Yue. 171 00:10:59,011 --> 00:11:00,962 Registrar of the Overwatch Council, Deng Zi Yue, 172 00:11:01,134 --> 00:11:02,602 at your service, My Lord. 173 00:11:05,032 --> 00:11:06,252 You know him? 174 00:11:06,559 --> 00:11:07,779 An old acquaintance. 175 00:11:10,620 --> 00:11:11,820 Deng Zi Yue. 176 00:11:12,118 --> 00:11:13,238 Yes, I am. 177 00:11:13,319 --> 00:11:14,402 Do you know me? 178 00:11:15,337 --> 00:11:16,557 We've never met. 179 00:11:16,638 --> 00:11:17,718 Then why are you kneeling? 180 00:11:17,799 --> 00:11:18,959 My Lord, 181 00:11:19,039 --> 00:11:20,920 everyone in the Overwatch Council knows that 182 00:11:21,015 --> 00:11:23,642 Lord Wang Qi Nian is always by your side. 183 00:11:23,799 --> 00:11:26,722 Besides, judging from your exceptional demeanor, 184 00:11:26,875 --> 00:11:29,837 your stunning appearance, and your commanding presence, 185 00:11:29,918 --> 00:11:32,768 if I couldn't tell your identity, I'd be blind. 186 00:11:33,960 --> 00:11:35,040 Young Master Yan. 187 00:11:35,128 --> 00:11:36,362 All right, Zi Yue. 188 00:11:37,230 --> 00:11:40,959 Lord Fan will take charge of the First Bureau for the time being. 189 00:11:41,352 --> 00:11:43,002 - Really? - Yes. 190 00:11:43,320 --> 00:11:44,540 My goodness! 191 00:11:44,720 --> 00:11:48,000 That's fantastic news. Right? 192 00:11:48,080 --> 00:11:50,360 If Lord Fan can come to the First Bureau... 193 00:11:50,461 --> 00:11:52,170 If you oversee the First Bureau, 194 00:11:52,279 --> 00:11:53,499 then... 195 00:11:53,592 --> 00:11:56,842 The First Bureau will finally have a mainstay. 196 00:11:56,975 --> 00:11:58,242 I feel as though 197 00:11:58,720 --> 00:12:00,520 I've found an oasis in the desert, 198 00:12:00,600 --> 00:12:02,160 or met an old friend in a faraway place. 199 00:12:02,278 --> 00:12:04,378 All right, enough with the pleasantries. 200 00:12:04,542 --> 00:12:05,762 He's just like you. 201 00:12:06,240 --> 00:12:07,460 My old acquaintance. 202 00:12:08,373 --> 00:12:10,416 Deng Zi Yue, stand up. 203 00:12:10,506 --> 00:12:11,682 Zi Yue, get up. 204 00:12:11,840 --> 00:12:13,640 Thank you, Lord Fan. 205 00:12:13,720 --> 00:12:17,242 Lord Fan is different from others. 206 00:12:20,200 --> 00:12:23,770 Tell me, who sent those Yunmeng Fish outside? 207 00:12:25,083 --> 00:12:26,762 (Registrar of the First Bureau, Deng Zi Yue) 208 00:12:28,870 --> 00:12:30,242 Don't tell me you don't know. 209 00:12:31,799 --> 00:12:33,019 Just tell him. 210 00:12:35,600 --> 00:12:36,820 My Lord, 211 00:12:38,480 --> 00:12:39,561 they were sent jointly by the Vegetable Inspection Office 212 00:12:39,642 --> 00:12:41,242 and Ministry of War. 213 00:12:41,797 --> 00:12:44,448 Even the Ministry of War is involved in this basket of fish? 214 00:12:45,360 --> 00:12:47,360 Only the Ministry of War could rush fresh Yunmeng Fish 215 00:12:47,441 --> 00:12:50,920 to the capital from 800 miles away. 216 00:12:52,137 --> 00:12:53,165 What about the Vegetable Inspection Office? 217 00:12:53,246 --> 00:12:55,617 These fish are usually first sent to the Vegetable Inspection Office, 218 00:12:55,698 --> 00:12:57,618 sorted by quality, 219 00:12:57,699 --> 00:12:59,551 and then distributed to the inner courtyard of the imperial palace 220 00:12:59,632 --> 00:13:02,678 and the six ministries residences. 221 00:13:02,759 --> 00:13:07,202 The Vegetable Inspection Office and Ministry of War will keep a portion 222 00:13:07,320 --> 00:13:09,082 and send some here. 223 00:13:10,875 --> 00:13:13,595 - You all ate the fish? - These fish are precious. 224 00:13:15,562 --> 00:13:18,040 Thus, some ate them, some sold them. 225 00:13:18,166 --> 00:13:19,386 Where were they sold? 226 00:13:21,159 --> 00:13:22,442 To the Vegetable Inspection Office. 227 00:13:26,798 --> 00:13:28,018 Great. 228 00:13:29,191 --> 00:13:30,640 The fish were delivered by the Vegetable Inspection Office 229 00:13:30,720 --> 00:13:32,170 and then sold back to them. 230 00:13:33,399 --> 00:13:34,890 What an easy deal. 231 00:13:36,103 --> 00:13:37,602 It must be a profitable trade. 232 00:13:40,679 --> 00:13:42,209 Perhaps 233 00:13:42,673 --> 00:13:44,235 they didn't want to waste them. 234 00:13:47,240 --> 00:13:51,770 Why do the Vegetable Inspection Office and Ministry of War send us gifts? 235 00:13:55,960 --> 00:13:58,442 Just tell the truth. 236 00:14:01,038 --> 00:14:03,482 Is there anyone else in the room? 237 00:14:05,387 --> 00:14:06,607 No. 238 00:14:06,886 --> 00:14:08,106 Then say just it. 239 00:14:14,301 --> 00:14:15,521 My Lord, 240 00:14:15,679 --> 00:14:17,770 it's not just the Vegetable Inspection Office. 241 00:14:18,360 --> 00:14:20,969 The other six ministries also send gifts. 242 00:14:21,429 --> 00:14:22,802 Are we so popular? 243 00:14:23,679 --> 00:14:25,770 You see, we're the First Bureau. 244 00:14:25,989 --> 00:14:29,879 Our job is to monitor all the officials in the capital. 245 00:14:30,391 --> 00:14:32,391 Naturally, no one wants to offend us. 246 00:14:32,486 --> 00:14:35,336 So, they send the First Bureau gifts to stay on our good side. 247 00:14:35,720 --> 00:14:37,520 And you dare accept these gifts. 248 00:14:37,631 --> 00:14:38,880 No, he... 249 00:14:39,933 --> 00:14:41,153 The one monitoring 250 00:14:41,679 --> 00:14:43,250 are accepting gifts from those being monitored. 251 00:14:43,799 --> 00:14:45,019 How absurd. 252 00:14:46,111 --> 00:14:48,521 Young Master Yan, please calm down. 253 00:14:50,759 --> 00:14:52,202 If you want to talk about them, 254 00:14:53,440 --> 00:14:55,410 it's not like they have a choice but to accept the gifts. 255 00:14:55,535 --> 00:14:58,386 So this absurdity actually makes some sense. 256 00:14:59,942 --> 00:15:01,273 How can they not have a choice? 257 00:15:01,716 --> 00:15:02,802 You see, 258 00:15:03,480 --> 00:15:04,640 we're all officials. 259 00:15:04,743 --> 00:15:09,072 Everyone is living here in the capital. 260 00:15:09,399 --> 00:15:11,319 I think you understand 261 00:15:11,399 --> 00:15:14,280 how complex the connections between the officials in the capital are. 262 00:15:14,360 --> 00:15:15,918 It's like a dense cobwebs. 263 00:15:16,051 --> 00:15:17,259 We're not just talking about major matters. 264 00:15:17,340 --> 00:15:20,520 Even in trivial matters about basic necessities, food, and clothing, 265 00:15:20,623 --> 00:15:22,712 you can't avoid these connections. 266 00:15:23,159 --> 00:15:24,922 If you don't accept the gifts, 267 00:15:26,051 --> 00:15:27,931 it shows you're unwilling to be in cahoots with them. 268 00:15:28,440 --> 00:15:31,322 In the future, I'm afraid it will be difficult to get anything done. 269 00:15:33,720 --> 00:15:36,250 You seem to have a clear understanding of the realities 270 00:15:36,840 --> 00:15:38,402 of being an official, Registrar Deng. 271 00:15:39,496 --> 00:15:40,800 There are numerous cases in the First Bureau. 272 00:15:40,918 --> 00:15:42,722 Have you been handling them recently? 273 00:15:43,519 --> 00:15:44,802 I've always been handling them. 274 00:15:47,019 --> 00:15:48,162 Okay. 275 00:15:48,438 --> 00:15:50,842 Please take care of the First Bureau. 276 00:15:53,759 --> 00:15:55,762 Lord Fan, I am just the registrar. 277 00:15:55,879 --> 00:15:57,360 There are many supervisors above me. 278 00:15:57,471 --> 00:15:58,691 There are no more supervisors. 279 00:16:04,106 --> 00:16:05,326 From today onward, 280 00:16:05,968 --> 00:16:07,441 Wang Qi Nian and Deng Zi Yue 281 00:16:08,119 --> 00:16:11,049 shall assist me in handling all matters in the First Bureau. 282 00:16:11,394 --> 00:16:14,519 My Lord, what about the remaining supervisors? 283 00:16:14,615 --> 00:16:16,965 Those who aren't here today won't be needed in the future. 284 00:16:17,080 --> 00:16:19,439 I'll inform the Overwatch Council to assign them elsewhere. 285 00:16:19,549 --> 00:16:20,769 Hurry up. 286 00:16:21,026 --> 00:16:22,246 Hurry up. 287 00:16:23,080 --> 00:16:24,329 Listen to this, 288 00:16:25,039 --> 00:16:26,969 I, Fan Xian, 289 00:16:27,159 --> 00:16:29,442 the chief inspector of the Overwatch Council, takes over the First Bureau. 290 00:16:30,759 --> 00:16:31,979 I'm not the main point. 291 00:16:33,519 --> 00:16:34,770 The main point is this person. 292 00:16:36,759 --> 00:16:37,979 Yan Bing Yun. 293 00:16:38,799 --> 00:16:40,336 He returned from Northern Qi. 294 00:16:40,679 --> 00:16:44,220 You can imagine how cruel and ruthless he is, right? 295 00:16:44,535 --> 00:16:45,755 In other words, 296 00:16:46,120 --> 00:16:48,078 does he look like someone who will show respect? 297 00:16:52,471 --> 00:16:53,691 Look at his eyes, 298 00:16:53,879 --> 00:16:55,099 he's bloodthirsty. 299 00:16:56,320 --> 00:16:57,851 What does his presence here mean? 300 00:16:58,039 --> 00:17:00,898 It means he is willing to live and die with me. 301 00:17:04,359 --> 00:17:05,842 He's such a ruthless person, 302 00:17:06,007 --> 00:17:07,737 there's nothing he can't do. 303 00:17:10,748 --> 00:17:12,769 - Do you understand? - We understand. 304 00:17:12,850 --> 00:17:14,442 - We understand. - We understand. 305 00:17:14,520 --> 00:17:15,600 We understand. 306 00:17:15,703 --> 00:17:18,214 I repeat, starting from today, 307 00:17:18,295 --> 00:17:20,320 all previous supervisors of the First Bureau are dismissed. 308 00:17:20,415 --> 00:17:22,825 Wang Qi Nian and Deng Zi Yue are my right-hand men. 309 00:17:22,920 --> 00:17:24,999 Everyone, I'm done. 310 00:17:25,079 --> 00:17:26,682 Who agrees and who opposes? 311 00:17:28,590 --> 00:17:31,801 Supervisor Wang, Supervisor Deng. 312 00:17:32,400 --> 00:17:33,810 Thank you. 313 00:17:34,031 --> 00:17:36,841 In the future, let's support each other. 314 00:17:41,222 --> 00:17:43,142 Be more gracious. They're calling you supervisors now. 315 00:17:43,232 --> 00:17:45,560 Yes. Let's help each other out. 316 00:17:45,693 --> 00:17:47,759 I will certainly do my best. 317 00:17:47,862 --> 00:17:49,082 I will do my best at work. 318 00:17:50,480 --> 00:17:51,810 Let me ask one more question, 319 00:17:52,885 --> 00:17:54,166 do you all still remember 320 00:17:54,247 --> 00:17:56,336 the oath you took when joining the Overwatch Council? 321 00:17:57,880 --> 00:17:58,920 What is the first sentence? 322 00:17:59,000 --> 00:18:01,962 "Everything for the sake of the Qing Kingdom." 323 00:18:02,060 --> 00:18:06,310 You said it, but it has turned into everything for the sake of living. 324 00:18:08,000 --> 00:18:10,410 Have you all forgotten the oath? 325 00:18:14,169 --> 00:18:16,320 We didn't forget. 326 00:18:16,455 --> 00:18:17,922 What is the purpose of the First Bureau? 327 00:18:18,839 --> 00:18:20,482 What is the purpose of the Overwatch Council? 328 00:18:21,559 --> 00:18:24,330 To ensure clean governance and protect the peace of the people. 329 00:18:25,059 --> 00:18:27,362 Have you fed your original intentions to the dogs? 330 00:18:32,519 --> 00:18:34,209 I don't care how you lived before. 331 00:18:34,292 --> 00:18:35,512 From today on, 332 00:18:35,920 --> 00:18:37,238 you are not allowed to live like that. 333 00:18:37,334 --> 00:18:39,442 No more accepting gifts. 334 00:18:39,813 --> 00:18:41,162 I know what you're going to say. 335 00:18:41,400 --> 00:18:44,050 Not accepting gifts will make life difficult in the capital, right? 336 00:18:46,119 --> 00:18:48,890 Life is always difficult. 337 00:18:49,240 --> 00:18:51,359 Look at the people on the streets. 338 00:18:51,494 --> 00:18:52,882 Look at those people. 339 00:18:53,099 --> 00:18:55,722 They don't complain about difficulty! Do you have the face to complain? 340 00:19:00,720 --> 00:19:01,940 But don't worry, everyone. 341 00:19:02,440 --> 00:19:03,660 I am actually 342 00:19:04,599 --> 00:19:06,146 easy to get along with. 343 00:19:06,680 --> 00:19:07,900 Just be careful 344 00:19:09,663 --> 00:19:12,722 not to make any mistakes and get caught by Young Master Yan. 345 00:19:12,826 --> 00:19:14,557 That would be truly miserable. 346 00:19:16,764 --> 00:19:17,768 The First Bureau is not within my jurisdiction. 347 00:19:17,849 --> 00:19:19,008 We're from the Overwatch Council. 348 00:19:19,089 --> 00:19:20,529 Everything is for the sake of the Qing Kingdom. 349 00:19:22,440 --> 00:19:24,122 All right, I've said enough. 350 00:19:24,359 --> 00:19:25,439 It's time to do some work. 351 00:19:25,558 --> 00:19:26,682 Deng Zi Yue. 352 00:19:27,657 --> 00:19:30,482 My Lord, what task should I handle? 353 00:19:31,894 --> 00:19:33,665 I saw the fish at the door. 354 00:19:34,542 --> 00:19:36,002 I don't think they're fresh. 355 00:19:37,480 --> 00:19:39,482 The fish aren't fresh? 356 00:19:39,846 --> 00:19:42,386 What does it mean if the fish delivered aren't fresh? 357 00:19:43,342 --> 00:19:46,792 It means the Vegetable Inspection Office looks down on the First Bureau. 358 00:19:46,960 --> 00:19:48,242 Who can tolerate that? 359 00:19:48,399 --> 00:19:50,002 - Deng Zi Yue. - Yes, My Lord. 360 00:19:50,230 --> 00:19:52,362 Close down the Vegetable Inspection Office immediately! 361 00:19:52,920 --> 00:19:54,202 My Lord. 362 00:19:54,559 --> 00:19:56,170 My Lord, please understand that 363 00:19:56,280 --> 00:19:57,577 Eunuch Dai from the Vegetable Inspection Office 364 00:19:57,658 --> 00:19:58,982 is favored by Noble Consort Shu. 365 00:19:59,063 --> 00:20:00,402 I know, Li Cheng Ze's mother. 366 00:20:00,475 --> 00:20:01,759 She likes reading. I've met her. 367 00:20:01,839 --> 00:20:03,880 My Lord, should we reconsider? 368 00:20:03,960 --> 00:20:04,960 What are you afraid of? 369 00:20:05,041 --> 00:20:06,522 Do as I say and seal up the place. 370 00:20:06,839 --> 00:20:09,042 Even if we were to close it down, what's the charge? 371 00:20:09,799 --> 00:20:10,840 There are so many files here, 372 00:20:10,920 --> 00:20:13,042 has the Vegetable Inspection Office never made any mistakes? 373 00:20:13,759 --> 00:20:15,562 If you put it that way, of course they did. 374 00:20:15,643 --> 00:20:17,785 What are you waiting for? Take your men and seal the place. 375 00:20:17,866 --> 00:20:20,475 My Lord, I'm new here. I can't convince them. 376 00:20:20,556 --> 00:20:23,202 And my position isn't enough to suppress the Vegetable Inspection Office. 377 00:20:24,094 --> 00:20:26,682 Then shall we trouble Young Master Yan to lead the team? 378 00:20:26,911 --> 00:20:28,511 The First Bureau's task is none of my business. 379 00:20:28,600 --> 00:20:30,600 We're all part of the Overwatch Council serving the kingdom. 380 00:20:30,960 --> 00:20:32,602 Thank you, Young Master Yan. 381 00:20:33,476 --> 00:20:35,646 If I lead the team to seal the Vegetable Inspection Office, 382 00:20:35,903 --> 00:20:37,122 what will you do? 383 00:20:38,440 --> 00:20:39,600 Invite people. 384 00:20:39,695 --> 00:20:42,385 The stage is set. We need an audience for the show, right? 385 00:20:44,038 --> 00:20:45,258 Who are you inviting? 386 00:20:46,279 --> 00:20:47,762 The Great Immortal! 387 00:20:50,277 --> 00:20:53,042 - Fan Xian, you're here. - Slow down, don't fall. 388 00:20:54,405 --> 00:20:55,802 Quick Sword has also returned. 389 00:21:01,031 --> 00:21:04,402 I told you, this person is too cold and rude. 390 00:21:04,795 --> 00:21:06,278 Naturally, he can't compare to Your Highness. 391 00:21:06,381 --> 00:21:07,682 I have to scold you too. 392 00:21:07,774 --> 00:21:10,642 You've been in the capital for some time, and this is your first visit. 393 00:21:10,798 --> 00:21:12,682 Yes, it is indeed my fault. 394 00:21:12,960 --> 00:21:15,762 I've come to visit you personally 395 00:21:18,135 --> 00:21:19,522 and apologize. 396 00:21:20,200 --> 00:21:21,400 What is this? 397 00:21:21,522 --> 00:21:22,969 Have you heard of Yunmeng Fish? 398 00:21:24,223 --> 00:21:25,443 Yunmeng Fish? 399 00:21:25,680 --> 00:21:26,959 They are known for being fresh. 400 00:21:27,109 --> 00:21:28,362 Let's have a few drinks first. 401 00:21:28,559 --> 00:21:31,087 I'll have someone steam the Yunmeng... 402 00:21:31,222 --> 00:21:32,642 Where's the fish? 403 00:21:38,680 --> 00:21:41,202 I've searched the whole city, and there's no fish. 404 00:21:44,322 --> 00:21:46,640 I appreciate the thought. You came all the way to send a bucket of water. 405 00:21:46,720 --> 00:21:48,279 The sentiment is what matters most. 406 00:21:48,359 --> 00:21:49,482 Is that so? 407 00:21:51,666 --> 00:21:52,906 I'll give it to you then. 408 00:21:57,480 --> 00:21:58,700 Bi An. 409 00:22:00,414 --> 00:22:01,562 Clean it up. 410 00:22:03,078 --> 00:22:04,559 But I know where you can find the fish. 411 00:22:04,640 --> 00:22:05,719 So? 412 00:22:05,799 --> 00:22:07,279 So, let's go fishing. 413 00:22:07,405 --> 00:22:09,320 You're asking me to go fishing with you? 414 00:22:09,415 --> 00:22:10,635 Your Highness, are you busy? 415 00:22:11,880 --> 00:22:13,100 I told you, 416 00:22:13,440 --> 00:22:15,522 the most interesting person in the capital 417 00:22:16,649 --> 00:22:17,689 is you. 418 00:22:17,821 --> 00:22:19,041 I agree. 419 00:22:43,519 --> 00:22:45,410 I've always said, 420 00:22:46,359 --> 00:22:49,834 you can neglect the other offices in the capital, 421 00:22:51,000 --> 00:22:54,362 but you must serve the Overwatch Council well. 422 00:22:57,559 --> 00:22:58,962 Have I ever said that? 423 00:22:59,319 --> 00:23:00,679 Have I? 424 00:23:00,759 --> 00:23:02,042 You've said that. 425 00:23:02,198 --> 00:23:04,317 Eunuch Dai, we dare not slack off. 426 00:23:04,398 --> 00:23:06,328 We've been sending gifts regularly, 427 00:23:06,440 --> 00:23:09,370 and today we even sent Yunmeng Fish. 428 00:23:09,559 --> 00:23:12,282 Then why are they sealing us up? 429 00:23:13,240 --> 00:23:14,850 We don't know. 430 00:23:16,079 --> 00:23:17,442 Which supervisor came? 431 00:23:17,788 --> 00:23:20,682 None of them came. The leader said his surname is Deng. 432 00:23:20,839 --> 00:23:22,059 He's a registrar. 433 00:23:28,801 --> 00:23:30,362 Get up. 434 00:23:41,210 --> 00:23:44,082 What are the charges? 435 00:23:44,444 --> 00:23:46,802 Just some petty embezzlement. 436 00:23:46,985 --> 00:23:48,642 That's not even a crime. 437 00:23:50,326 --> 00:23:52,122 They're just here to extort us. 438 00:23:54,400 --> 00:23:57,402 Should you go see for yourself? 439 00:23:58,056 --> 00:24:00,802 A mere registrar? He's not worthy of my presence. 440 00:24:02,680 --> 00:24:06,489 The Overwatch Council is influential in the capital, 441 00:24:07,038 --> 00:24:09,242 but who gives them the power? 442 00:24:09,759 --> 00:24:11,449 It comes from the palace. 443 00:24:12,585 --> 00:24:14,922 If you don't go, it will stay sealed. 444 00:24:15,062 --> 00:24:16,442 How should we handle this? 445 00:24:24,079 --> 00:24:26,722 Let them seal it as long as they want. 446 00:24:27,581 --> 00:24:30,530 Tell the Imperial Kitchen later that 447 00:24:31,094 --> 00:24:34,362 the palace's vegetable supply is reduced, 448 00:24:35,025 --> 00:24:38,802 especially the greens favored by some concubines 449 00:24:39,294 --> 00:24:40,842 are gone. 450 00:24:44,279 --> 00:24:45,642 How can we do that? 451 00:24:45,804 --> 00:24:48,534 If the higher ups ask, 452 00:24:48,837 --> 00:24:52,282 just say the First Bureau exercised their authority 453 00:24:52,759 --> 00:24:54,922 and cut off the palace's food supply. 454 00:24:55,366 --> 00:25:00,242 We at the Vegetable Inspection Office are powerless to resist. 455 00:25:00,439 --> 00:25:03,682 Should we reduce the supply to His Majesty too? 456 00:25:05,799 --> 00:25:07,682 How many years have you been in the palace? 457 00:25:07,920 --> 00:25:10,162 How can you ask that question! 458 00:25:10,680 --> 00:25:11,900 I apologize for my mistake. 459 00:25:19,838 --> 00:25:21,288 Eunuch Dai. 460 00:25:21,456 --> 00:25:22,962 What now? 461 00:25:23,983 --> 00:25:27,482 Lord Fan Xian is on the way to the Vegetable Inspection Office. 462 00:25:28,856 --> 00:25:30,602 Come forward to speak. 463 00:25:35,000 --> 00:25:38,762 Lord Fan Xian is already at the Vegetable Inspection Office. 464 00:25:40,397 --> 00:25:42,488 How did you provoke Fan Xian? 465 00:25:43,519 --> 00:25:45,489 Eunuch Dai knows what to do. 466 00:25:45,640 --> 00:25:46,860 You may excuse yourself. 467 00:25:47,374 --> 00:25:48,784 Eunuch Dai should go. 468 00:25:50,319 --> 00:25:53,196 How dare you! Who are you to tell Eunuch Dai what to do? 469 00:25:53,277 --> 00:25:54,497 Wait. 470 00:25:54,640 --> 00:25:56,050 Why should I go? 471 00:25:56,263 --> 00:25:57,423 Eunuch Dai, 472 00:25:57,519 --> 00:26:00,265 Fan Xian isn't alone in the Vegetable Inspection Office. 473 00:26:00,358 --> 00:26:01,802 Prince Cheng Ze is with him. 474 00:26:04,000 --> 00:26:05,080 Who are you talking about? 475 00:26:05,160 --> 00:26:06,380 Prince Cheng Ze. 476 00:26:07,319 --> 00:26:08,479 Eunuch Dai, please calm down. 477 00:26:08,590 --> 00:26:09,921 I asked a few more questions. 478 00:26:10,559 --> 00:26:12,120 Although His Highness is there, 479 00:26:12,200 --> 00:26:14,779 he's only watching and isn't angry. 480 00:26:14,960 --> 00:26:16,449 It's likely not a big issue. 481 00:26:22,279 --> 00:26:23,499 That's good. 482 00:26:24,960 --> 00:26:28,320 The Vegetable Inspection Office relies on Noble Consort Shu. 483 00:26:28,437 --> 00:26:29,880 Since Prince Cheng Ze is there, 484 00:26:29,960 --> 00:26:31,585 you should also show up 485 00:26:31,684 --> 00:26:33,923 to avoid appearing neglectful toward His Highness. 486 00:26:39,359 --> 00:26:40,729 That makes sense. 487 00:26:41,680 --> 00:26:42,900 I have to go. 488 00:26:51,640 --> 00:26:52,882 What is your name? 489 00:26:53,039 --> 00:26:55,040 Eunuch Dai, I'm Hong Zhu. 490 00:26:55,160 --> 00:26:56,360 New here? 491 00:26:56,440 --> 00:26:58,082 I've been in the palace for a few years. 492 00:26:58,490 --> 00:26:59,710 Okay. 493 00:27:00,903 --> 00:27:02,393 You're sharp. 494 00:27:05,150 --> 00:27:06,842 You should all learn from him. 495 00:27:07,240 --> 00:27:08,460 Yes, Eunuch Dai. 496 00:27:24,062 --> 00:27:25,282 Come with me. 497 00:27:25,406 --> 00:27:27,617 Eunuch Dai, I won't be going. 498 00:27:28,013 --> 00:27:29,132 How dare you! 499 00:27:29,359 --> 00:27:30,962 How dare you disobey Eunuch Dai's orders! 500 00:27:31,168 --> 00:27:32,388 Step aside. 501 00:27:40,279 --> 00:27:41,802 Why are you defying my order? 502 00:27:42,078 --> 00:27:43,649 Someone has to guard the palace. 503 00:27:43,839 --> 00:27:46,042 If something goes wrong at the Vegetable Inspection Office, 504 00:27:46,179 --> 00:27:48,245 - someone has to respond to it. - How to respond to it? 505 00:27:48,326 --> 00:27:50,615 By seeking help from Noble Consort Shu. 506 00:27:55,119 --> 00:27:56,339 You stay. 507 00:27:56,640 --> 00:27:57,860 Eunuch Dai, don't worry. 508 00:27:59,727 --> 00:28:01,242 The rest of you, don't follow me. 509 00:28:01,799 --> 00:28:03,019 Yes, Eunuch Dai. 510 00:28:08,519 --> 00:28:09,739 Eunuch Hong. 511 00:28:13,439 --> 00:28:16,359 I have a matter I need your advice on. 512 00:28:16,440 --> 00:28:19,320 With all the seniors here, I dare not give any advice. 513 00:28:19,400 --> 00:28:20,560 Please, go ahead. 514 00:28:20,663 --> 00:28:23,032 Should we still reduce the vegetable supply to the Imperial Kitchen? 515 00:28:27,200 --> 00:28:29,242 Since Eunuch Dai is going over, 516 00:28:29,319 --> 00:28:30,842 there might be a chance to resolve this. 517 00:28:31,016 --> 00:28:33,827 At this time, as his subordinates, 518 00:28:34,023 --> 00:28:35,442 we should seek less trouble 519 00:28:35,742 --> 00:28:37,192 to find more opportunities for survival. 520 00:28:37,880 --> 00:28:39,442 Eunuch Hong, you're right. 521 00:28:40,147 --> 00:28:42,880 Don't do anything. We only have one word to remember: wait. 522 00:28:42,960 --> 00:28:44,180 Yes, that's right. 523 00:29:12,200 --> 00:29:13,282 Zi Yue. 524 00:29:14,200 --> 00:29:15,802 Go check if he's arrived. 525 00:29:15,960 --> 00:29:17,042 Yes, My Lord. 526 00:29:43,160 --> 00:29:45,299 Mr. Wang, wait a moment. 527 00:29:46,021 --> 00:29:48,198 We mustn't delay. Everyone is waiting inside. 528 00:29:48,279 --> 00:29:49,479 - Indeed. - What are you doing? 529 00:29:49,560 --> 00:29:50,780 Just a moment. 530 00:29:52,312 --> 00:29:55,762 I've long heard that you are a wise and brave man, 531 00:29:55,895 --> 00:29:58,602 but I've never had the chance to meet you. 532 00:30:01,405 --> 00:30:02,625 What are you doing? 533 00:30:06,335 --> 00:30:11,242 I heard that you are favored by Lord Fan. 534 00:30:11,599 --> 00:30:14,322 So what outcome does Lord Fan want 535 00:30:15,661 --> 00:30:18,152 from this situation today? 536 00:30:19,680 --> 00:30:23,249 Eunuch Dai, you have long been sending fish to the First Bureau. 537 00:30:25,462 --> 00:30:26,713 I appreciate 538 00:30:27,680 --> 00:30:28,900 the affection. 539 00:30:29,000 --> 00:30:30,642 It's just a small gesture. 540 00:30:30,775 --> 00:30:35,215 But our Lord Fan didn't get to eat your fish yet. 541 00:30:35,303 --> 00:30:37,743 Lord Fan has just arrived at the First Bureau. 542 00:30:37,870 --> 00:30:40,442 Don't worry, I've prepared everything. 543 00:30:41,880 --> 00:30:43,282 All right, let's go inside. 544 00:30:43,437 --> 00:30:44,802 Wait a minute. 545 00:30:45,200 --> 00:30:46,922 There's another matter. 546 00:30:47,319 --> 00:30:48,682 There's another matter. 547 00:30:49,680 --> 00:30:51,449 Why is Prince Cheng Ze also here? 548 00:30:54,200 --> 00:30:56,322 There's another matter? 549 00:31:02,279 --> 00:31:05,703 With Prince Cheng Ze here, it'll be easier to handle this matter, right? 550 00:31:05,825 --> 00:31:08,522 After all, we all serve in the capital. 551 00:31:08,920 --> 00:31:12,170 We must always abide by the rules. 552 00:31:12,897 --> 00:31:14,602 I understand. 553 00:31:15,781 --> 00:31:17,001 - Let's go. - Please lead the way. 554 00:31:18,839 --> 00:31:21,202 Lord Fan asked me to check if you've arrived. 555 00:31:21,283 --> 00:31:22,503 I'm here. 556 00:31:30,839 --> 00:31:32,282 Everyone here gets a share. 557 00:31:34,079 --> 00:31:35,562 Let's make money 558 00:31:36,039 --> 00:31:37,259 and spend it together. 559 00:31:52,279 --> 00:31:55,090 Greetings, Your Highness. 560 00:31:56,872 --> 00:31:58,092 Rise. 561 00:31:59,410 --> 00:32:00,630 Thank you, Your Highness. 562 00:32:01,480 --> 00:32:03,209 I heard you have Yunmeng Fish here. 563 00:32:03,926 --> 00:32:04,966 Yes. 564 00:32:05,047 --> 00:32:06,267 I'd like to buy two. 565 00:32:06,720 --> 00:32:08,162 Your Highness must be joking. 566 00:32:08,480 --> 00:32:10,810 I'll have them sent to Your Highness' residence later. 567 00:32:10,960 --> 00:32:12,160 You're on official duty. 568 00:32:12,286 --> 00:32:13,602 You must charge for it. 569 00:32:14,279 --> 00:32:16,410 As a prince, I cannot misuse my position for personal gain. 570 00:32:16,526 --> 00:32:18,736 Do you understand this principle? 571 00:32:19,279 --> 00:32:20,729 Yes, Your Highness. 572 00:32:21,247 --> 00:32:22,776 I was confused. 573 00:32:23,265 --> 00:32:24,306 Bi An. 574 00:32:24,480 --> 00:32:25,600 Pay him the money. 575 00:32:25,734 --> 00:32:26,954 That's not necessary. 576 00:32:30,654 --> 00:32:32,217 I will treat Your Highness to the fish. 577 00:32:33,503 --> 00:32:35,243 - No. - I'll pay for it. 578 00:32:36,806 --> 00:32:38,682 - No, this... - Record this in the accounts. 579 00:32:40,242 --> 00:32:42,204 - I'll record it into the accounts later. - No, do it now. 580 00:32:42,285 --> 00:32:43,445 We have a brush and paper here. 581 00:32:43,588 --> 00:32:44,808 Record it immediately. 582 00:32:44,977 --> 00:32:46,197 Okay. 583 00:32:49,049 --> 00:32:50,269 Okay. 584 00:32:51,750 --> 00:32:53,002 Don't record it in that book. 585 00:32:53,207 --> 00:32:54,427 Write it down in this book. 586 00:33:03,310 --> 00:33:05,800 Eunuch Dai, do you know Old Man Jin? 587 00:33:07,402 --> 00:33:09,273 - Who? - Old Man Jin. 588 00:33:09,354 --> 00:33:11,633 He's a vegetable seller who owes a lot of debt. 589 00:33:12,806 --> 00:33:14,336 I think... 590 00:33:15,876 --> 00:33:17,922 - Can't quite recall? - I can't quite recall. 591 00:33:23,520 --> 00:33:27,722 If Old Man Jin is related to you, I can write off all his debt. 592 00:33:27,781 --> 00:33:29,344 No need. It's settled. 593 00:33:29,425 --> 00:33:30,762 That's good. 594 00:33:34,670 --> 00:33:36,279 Eunuch Dai, your calligraphy is quite decent. 595 00:33:36,360 --> 00:33:37,722 You're flattering me. 596 00:33:40,984 --> 00:33:43,473 It matches the previous records perfectly. 597 00:33:44,079 --> 00:33:46,489 So you personally record these accounts? 598 00:33:47,200 --> 00:33:48,842 I'm bearing His Majesty's grace, 599 00:33:49,101 --> 00:33:50,602 I dare not slack off. 600 00:33:51,440 --> 00:33:53,560 If I found any discrepancies in the accounts, 601 00:33:53,647 --> 00:33:54,867 I'll have to ask you then. 602 00:33:56,726 --> 00:33:58,879 The Vegetable Inspection Office 603 00:33:59,461 --> 00:34:01,320 handles miscellaneous tasks for the palace. 604 00:34:01,431 --> 00:34:03,320 The records can be quite intricate. 605 00:34:03,640 --> 00:34:06,420 If you find them confusing, I can clarify them for you. 606 00:34:06,585 --> 00:34:07,805 Intricate? 607 00:34:12,800 --> 00:34:14,642 It's not about the minutiae, 608 00:34:15,599 --> 00:34:17,610 it's about the big picture. 609 00:34:22,160 --> 00:34:24,200 The Vegetable Inspection Office merely buys some vegetables. 610 00:34:24,303 --> 00:34:25,792 What big picture could there be? 611 00:34:28,360 --> 00:34:32,482 Eunuch Dai, do eunuchs bear some responsibility in the fate of the nation? 612 00:34:34,560 --> 00:34:35,600 I think we do. 613 00:34:35,694 --> 00:34:37,882 The Qing Kingdom just emerged victorious from a battle against Northern Qi, 614 00:34:38,002 --> 00:34:39,962 thanks to the valor of our border troops. 615 00:34:40,039 --> 00:34:42,402 Shouldn't the Vegetable Inspection Office show some appreciation? 616 00:34:44,320 --> 00:34:47,970 The border troops' provisions are not under our purview. 617 00:34:48,760 --> 00:34:49,980 Big picture. 618 00:34:50,119 --> 00:34:51,339 Think bigger. 619 00:34:51,599 --> 00:34:53,042 What do you mean? 620 00:34:53,175 --> 00:34:55,615 - Is the Vegetable Inspection Office a part of the Qing Kingdom? - Yes. 621 00:34:55,696 --> 00:34:59,002 - Isn't the victory in battle an honor for all? - Yes. 622 00:34:59,109 --> 00:35:01,999 - The war against the Northern Qi cost us a hefty sum, didn't it? - Yes. 623 00:35:02,102 --> 00:35:04,602 With this war settled, our court is facing a shortage of funds. 624 00:35:05,000 --> 00:35:07,282 - Is that the case? - Yes. 625 00:35:07,400 --> 00:35:10,039 - Should we stand together in this challenging time? - Yes. 626 00:35:10,134 --> 00:35:12,322 - Should the Vegetable Inspection Office take some responsibility? - Yes. 627 00:35:14,550 --> 00:35:16,802 What should I be responsible for? 628 00:35:21,079 --> 00:35:22,882 Our national treasury is depleted, 629 00:35:23,400 --> 00:35:25,402 and there's a shortage of money everywhere. 630 00:35:25,649 --> 00:35:27,091 Instead of helping the kingdom alleviate its worries, 631 00:35:27,172 --> 00:35:30,572 the Vegetable Inspection Office is finding ways to embezzle funds. 632 00:35:30,653 --> 00:35:33,922 - Is this acceptable? - No, that's absolutely not true! 633 00:35:34,003 --> 00:35:36,158 I've always been an honest person. 634 00:35:36,239 --> 00:35:37,880 The sight of money makes me uncomfortable. 635 00:35:37,991 --> 00:35:39,920 You must be mistaken, My Lord. 636 00:35:40,158 --> 00:35:41,378 Honest? 637 00:35:43,375 --> 00:35:44,784 You must've heard about 638 00:35:45,687 --> 00:35:47,478 - the Overwatch Council, right? - Your reputation precedes you. 639 00:35:47,582 --> 00:35:50,482 I bet you've also heard about how we handle cases. 640 00:35:51,000 --> 00:35:52,642 You know if you've embezzled or not. 641 00:35:53,039 --> 00:35:54,642 If these accounts are investigated, 642 00:35:55,432 --> 00:35:56,802 what will be the outcome? 643 00:36:02,421 --> 00:36:04,602 We are all short of money, Eunuch Dai. 644 00:36:06,151 --> 00:36:09,201 Can't the Vegetable Inspection Office take responsibility 645 00:36:09,614 --> 00:36:11,122 and share the burden? 646 00:36:21,342 --> 00:36:24,951 Lord Fan, can we go to the back and talk? 647 00:36:25,920 --> 00:36:28,042 It's okay, we all work together here. 648 00:36:29,448 --> 00:36:30,962 We all work together. 649 00:36:40,867 --> 00:36:42,482 Regarding the accounts, 650 00:36:42,600 --> 00:36:44,242 there are some additional details here. 651 00:36:44,400 --> 00:36:45,479 If you don't understand, 652 00:36:45,560 --> 00:36:47,162 you can review them at your leisure. 653 00:36:55,685 --> 00:36:58,536 One thousand, two thousand, 654 00:37:00,101 --> 00:37:01,442 three thousand taels. 655 00:37:05,879 --> 00:37:07,602 Three thousand taels. 656 00:37:07,857 --> 00:37:09,077 Fair enough. 657 00:37:10,802 --> 00:37:12,414 As I was saying, it's not easy for the Vegetable Inspection Office 658 00:37:12,518 --> 00:37:14,362 to manage the daily vegetable purchases. 659 00:37:16,440 --> 00:37:18,209 It's my duty to do so. 660 00:37:18,367 --> 00:37:19,922 We all serve the same imperial court. 661 00:37:20,181 --> 00:37:21,842 I can't be too overbearing. 662 00:37:22,000 --> 00:37:24,282 - We must be kind to one another. - Indeed. 663 00:37:25,156 --> 00:37:28,602 Lord Fan, you truly understand the ways of an official. 664 00:37:30,119 --> 00:37:32,650 It seems that Vegetable Inspection Office has no major issues. 665 00:37:32,880 --> 00:37:35,322 - I was too hasty. - No. 666 00:37:35,465 --> 00:37:37,642 It's right to investigate. 667 00:37:37,967 --> 00:37:40,873 - I'm glad we've clarified the misunderstandings. - Zi Yue. 668 00:37:41,794 --> 00:37:43,014 Dismiss the troops. 669 00:37:44,537 --> 00:37:45,757 Dismiss. 670 00:37:54,046 --> 00:37:56,305 Nothing fun to see here. You should go home. 671 00:38:00,719 --> 00:38:02,522 Don't forget about His Highness' fish. 672 00:38:02,859 --> 00:38:05,055 I will have it delivered to Your Highness' residence. 673 00:38:05,172 --> 00:38:07,160 Your Highness, should I have someone escort you back to your residence? 674 00:38:07,250 --> 00:38:08,559 No need. See you around. 675 00:38:08,662 --> 00:38:09,882 Sure. 676 00:38:11,157 --> 00:38:13,457 We should get together again. I'll wait for your message. 677 00:38:36,000 --> 00:38:38,357 Here's the fruit money I owed you for the past six months. 678 00:38:38,438 --> 00:38:41,295 - Thank you. You remembered? - I should remember it and pay you back. 679 00:38:42,265 --> 00:38:44,345 - The fruit is fresh today. Get some more. - Okay. 680 00:38:44,426 --> 00:38:45,646 You pick. 681 00:38:46,159 --> 00:38:47,379 This one is redder. 682 00:38:48,719 --> 00:38:50,322 - You see. - This one is redder. 683 00:38:50,600 --> 00:38:51,682 These will do. 684 00:38:51,791 --> 00:38:53,522 Do you know what you are doing? 685 00:38:56,109 --> 00:38:57,329 Taking bribes. 686 00:38:58,198 --> 00:39:00,938 I will definitely report you for this. 687 00:39:01,320 --> 00:39:02,320 One person isn't enough. 688 00:39:02,407 --> 00:39:03,937 Get a few more to report me together. 689 00:39:04,639 --> 00:39:05,930 What nonsense is this? 690 00:39:09,000 --> 00:39:10,220 My Lord, have a pear. 691 00:39:12,807 --> 00:39:14,178 - Have a pear. - No. 692 00:39:18,960 --> 00:39:20,369 Which department 693 00:39:21,079 --> 00:39:22,362 handles impeachment? 694 00:39:25,151 --> 00:39:26,882 Besides the Overwatch Council, 695 00:39:27,758 --> 00:39:29,082 it's the Censorate. 696 00:39:31,000 --> 00:39:32,362 The Censorate. 697 00:39:34,039 --> 00:39:35,402 The Censors. 698 00:39:36,008 --> 00:39:37,682 Are you close with him? 699 00:39:38,639 --> 00:39:39,962 What are you planning? 700 00:39:40,148 --> 00:39:42,872 I told you, find more people to report me. 701 00:39:42,953 --> 00:39:45,642 Thank you for your hard work. Please spread this news. 702 00:39:47,686 --> 00:39:50,522 Others set traps for their political enemies. 703 00:39:50,878 --> 00:39:53,337 But you dig your own grave. 704 00:39:53,880 --> 00:39:55,039 Thanks. 705 00:39:55,119 --> 00:39:56,642 If you fall, no one can save you. 706 00:40:08,601 --> 00:40:10,442 Give this, along with the ledger, 707 00:40:10,523 --> 00:40:13,682 archive, and all records to President Chen. 708 00:40:14,395 --> 00:40:15,615 Yes, My Lord. 709 00:40:16,480 --> 00:40:17,680 And this. 710 00:40:17,776 --> 00:40:19,955 As you expected, it's from Eunuch Dai. 711 00:40:22,679 --> 00:40:23,800 Record everything. 712 00:40:23,880 --> 00:40:25,100 Yes, My Lord. 713 00:40:28,645 --> 00:40:31,362 (Moon Embracing Pavilion) 714 00:40:37,143 --> 00:40:39,634 Eunuch Dai doesn't remember Old Man Jin. 715 00:40:42,679 --> 00:40:43,970 No one remembers him. 716 00:41:58,942 --> 00:42:00,831 Actually, I haven't seen him much either, 717 00:42:01,639 --> 00:42:02,859 but for some reason, 718 00:42:03,519 --> 00:42:04,739 I can't forget him. 719 00:42:09,303 --> 00:42:10,362 Qi Nian. 720 00:42:11,360 --> 00:42:12,889 If no one stands up, 721 00:42:13,117 --> 00:42:14,688 people like them 722 00:42:15,880 --> 00:42:18,249 will have to endure and suffer their entire lives. 723 00:42:21,760 --> 00:42:23,329 But who can stand up? 724 00:42:24,000 --> 00:42:27,329 Who can show them what true justice is? 725 00:42:28,800 --> 00:42:31,362 If no one ever sees justice in action, 726 00:42:32,201 --> 00:42:33,722 who will still believe in it? 727 00:42:36,321 --> 00:42:37,442 Do you think 728 00:42:38,800 --> 00:42:40,242 I'm being overdramatic? 729 00:42:42,320 --> 00:42:43,540 My Lord, 730 00:42:44,415 --> 00:42:48,065 I too long to witness this legendary justice. 731 00:42:52,679 --> 00:42:56,122 Then let's give the capital a show they'll never forget.