1 00:01:25,188 --> 00:01:31,016 (Joy of Life Season 2) 2 00:01:31,097 --> 00:01:34,042 (Episode 16) 3 00:01:35,271 --> 00:01:37,482 The one inside the cart, come out! 4 00:01:40,799 --> 00:01:41,998 Lord Fan, 5 00:01:42,159 --> 00:01:44,522 these people come from an impressive background. 6 00:01:44,680 --> 00:01:47,922 They are either from a duke's family or a marquises' family. 7 00:01:50,702 --> 00:01:52,342 Offspring of distinguished generals, huh? 8 00:01:53,319 --> 00:01:55,082 More like distinguished nobles. 9 00:01:55,280 --> 00:01:57,202 I assume some of their fathers are generals. 10 00:02:00,529 --> 00:02:01,802 You're right. 11 00:02:02,560 --> 00:02:05,600 However, it's inappropriate for us to strike in public. 12 00:02:06,333 --> 00:02:07,790 - I'll remember their faces - He doesn't dare to come out. 13 00:02:07,814 --> 00:02:09,322 On your behalf. 14 00:02:10,080 --> 00:02:13,799 Why don't we beat them up in private later? 15 00:02:15,080 --> 00:02:17,042 We can beat them up however we like 16 00:02:18,142 --> 00:02:20,631 as long as we don't make it public. 17 00:02:23,462 --> 00:02:24,642 You do have a point. 18 00:02:25,120 --> 00:02:26,282 But today, 19 00:02:26,520 --> 00:02:27,919 I feel like making it public. 20 00:02:39,182 --> 00:02:40,475 So, you're Fan Xian, huh? 21 00:02:40,749 --> 00:02:42,190 I heard that you took over 22 00:02:42,759 --> 00:02:43,880 Moon Embracing Pavilion. 23 00:02:44,006 --> 00:02:45,682 Can you cut the crap? 24 00:02:48,846 --> 00:02:51,005 Do you know who owns Moon Embracing Pavilion? 25 00:02:51,480 --> 00:02:53,522 You don't have the right to take over it. 26 00:02:53,639 --> 00:02:55,839 This is His Highness's property. 27 00:02:56,120 --> 00:02:58,482 You better know what's good for you and return it to us. 28 00:02:58,560 --> 00:03:00,600 If so, I'll spare your life. 29 00:03:02,753 --> 00:03:04,513 So, you're from Prince Cheng Ping's faction. 30 00:03:04,919 --> 00:03:05,919 I guess 31 00:03:06,669 --> 00:03:08,552 he has no idea that you're doing this. 32 00:03:09,039 --> 00:03:12,482 You're trying to take it back so that you can gain his favor. 33 00:03:14,919 --> 00:03:16,202 What are you laughing at? 34 00:03:16,583 --> 00:03:18,593 Do you know that you're harming him by doing so? 35 00:03:19,719 --> 00:03:21,082 Who are you trying to intimidate? 36 00:03:21,159 --> 00:03:22,522 Hand over the building. 37 00:03:22,759 --> 00:03:24,002 Do you believe 38 00:03:24,080 --> 00:03:26,600 that I can let you die right here if you don't hand it over? 39 00:03:26,710 --> 00:03:27,710 I don't believe it. 40 00:03:29,319 --> 00:03:31,639 You don't believe that I dare to kill you here? 41 00:03:37,905 --> 00:03:39,682 Brothers, attack! 42 00:04:02,493 --> 00:04:03,882 I'm falling! 43 00:04:08,311 --> 00:04:09,402 Two. 44 00:04:10,862 --> 00:04:11,962 Three... 45 00:04:13,360 --> 00:04:14,522 There he goes. 46 00:04:24,655 --> 00:04:27,202 They actually dared to attack Fan Xian? 47 00:04:27,391 --> 00:04:29,295 They were raised in comfort and privilege from a young age. 48 00:04:29,319 --> 00:04:31,642 That's why they don't behave well even at this age. 49 00:04:32,639 --> 00:04:34,642 If so, we should prepare ourselves 50 00:04:35,000 --> 00:04:37,602 and see how we can pick on Fan Xian using this opportunity. 51 00:04:40,920 --> 00:04:43,174 He always wanted to uphold justice, right? 52 00:04:43,959 --> 00:04:45,678 If so, we'll let him uphold justice. 53 00:04:46,319 --> 00:04:48,402 Head to Ye Residence and find Ye Ling Er. 54 00:04:48,519 --> 00:04:50,336 Tell her that I'm under house arrest and that I can't leave. 55 00:04:50,360 --> 00:04:52,680 Tell her to come and see me. 56 00:04:53,222 --> 00:04:54,502 She might not come. 57 00:04:54,600 --> 00:04:56,479 Tell her it's about my dispute with Fan Xian. 58 00:04:57,253 --> 00:04:58,304 She'll come. 59 00:04:59,279 --> 00:05:01,440 Miss Ye is close to the princess. 60 00:05:01,693 --> 00:05:03,174 She's close to Fan Xian too. 61 00:05:03,480 --> 00:05:06,200 You want to use her against Fan Xian? I don't think that's possible. 62 00:05:18,279 --> 00:05:19,471 Get me some help. 63 00:05:19,766 --> 00:05:20,776 I need to use the ladder. 64 00:05:23,040 --> 00:05:24,242 Get out of the way! 65 00:05:24,839 --> 00:05:26,720 - Get out of the way! - How dare you? 66 00:05:26,801 --> 00:05:28,042 My Lord. 67 00:05:28,123 --> 00:05:29,363 Sorry for being late. 68 00:05:29,444 --> 00:05:30,762 Get out of the way! 69 00:05:34,294 --> 00:05:36,135 Do you know them? 70 00:05:37,279 --> 00:05:38,279 I do. 71 00:05:38,399 --> 00:05:39,666 All of their parents 72 00:05:39,918 --> 00:05:42,039 are court officials... 73 00:05:44,160 --> 00:05:45,762 Are you sure you know them? 74 00:05:49,639 --> 00:05:50,639 I... 75 00:05:51,287 --> 00:05:52,607 I guess I can't see properly now? 76 00:05:57,120 --> 00:05:59,580 I don't know who they are! 77 00:06:00,134 --> 00:06:02,734 I don't know these buffoons. 78 00:06:02,815 --> 00:06:04,960 How dare they stop the chief inspector's carriage? 79 00:06:05,102 --> 00:06:06,882 Should I 80 00:06:08,279 --> 00:06:10,119 - arrest them? - You can make the call here. 81 00:06:14,373 --> 00:06:15,503 Take them away! 82 00:06:15,694 --> 00:06:16,694 Yes, sir! 83 00:06:17,919 --> 00:06:18,962 Get up! 84 00:06:19,040 --> 00:06:21,602 How dare you arrest me? I'll execute you and your entire clan! 85 00:06:24,279 --> 00:06:25,359 - Don't move! - Guys. 86 00:06:25,454 --> 00:06:27,442 Do some good deeds for once and shut up. 87 00:06:28,969 --> 00:06:30,968 My Lord, do we have to arrest them? 88 00:06:31,079 --> 00:06:32,079 Yes. 89 00:06:32,639 --> 00:06:34,599 - And then? - And then, 90 00:06:35,468 --> 00:06:38,238 take their money as compensation for my property. 91 00:06:38,358 --> 00:06:40,238 Those brats, they had no respect for me at all. 92 00:06:41,350 --> 00:06:44,042 Our lord is truly wise, right? 93 00:06:44,639 --> 00:06:45,639 Go now. 94 00:06:47,480 --> 00:06:49,642 I think it's Prince Cheng Ze's doing. 95 00:06:49,879 --> 00:06:52,479 He's forcing you to fall out with Prince Cheng Ping. 96 00:06:52,628 --> 00:06:54,002 I know. 97 00:06:54,258 --> 00:06:56,263 We won't fall for that. Let's return to the First Bureau. 98 00:06:56,287 --> 00:06:58,242 - All right. - Give us all of your money! 99 00:07:07,680 --> 00:07:09,922 - Wang Qi Nian. - Yes, My Lord? 100 00:07:10,097 --> 00:07:12,059 Forget about the First Bureau. Head to the palace. 101 00:07:12,083 --> 00:07:15,065 Wait, My Lord. Didn't you say you don't want to fall for it? 102 00:07:15,166 --> 00:07:17,686 I feel infuriated if I take a step back. I can't tolerate this. 103 00:07:40,759 --> 00:07:42,042 What is he doing up there? 104 00:07:42,141 --> 00:07:43,362 I have no idea. 105 00:07:43,443 --> 00:07:45,242 Does he greet his guests like this usually? 106 00:07:45,720 --> 00:07:46,720 No, he doesn't. 107 00:07:48,480 --> 00:07:50,002 Must I go up there as well? 108 00:07:51,319 --> 00:07:52,402 Not necessarily. 109 00:07:52,519 --> 00:07:55,239 His Highness said you don't need to go up if you don't feel like it. 110 00:08:20,959 --> 00:08:22,170 Thank you for coming. 111 00:08:23,439 --> 00:08:25,322 I prepared these for you. 112 00:08:25,959 --> 00:08:26,959 Help yourself. 113 00:08:30,720 --> 00:08:32,282 Why are you sitting here? 114 00:08:32,799 --> 00:08:34,482 Would you believe me 115 00:08:35,735 --> 00:08:39,374 if I said my dispute with Fan Xian was just a misunderstanding? 116 00:08:40,645 --> 00:08:42,416 Why would I? Look at the situation you two are in. 117 00:08:42,440 --> 00:08:44,760 But I still admire him from the heart. 118 00:08:44,871 --> 00:08:46,242 You can tell him that yourself. 119 00:08:46,391 --> 00:08:47,521 Why did you call me to come? 120 00:08:49,759 --> 00:08:51,602 He might not come to see me. 121 00:08:52,559 --> 00:08:53,962 Our misunderstanding is too deep. 122 00:08:56,679 --> 00:08:57,882 Actually, 123 00:08:58,120 --> 00:09:00,282 I never tried to plot against him. 124 00:09:01,015 --> 00:09:02,695 Look into my eyes if you don't believe me. 125 00:09:06,279 --> 00:09:09,042 I swear upon my royal dignity. 126 00:09:18,399 --> 00:09:19,962 Can I ask you something? 127 00:09:20,679 --> 00:09:22,442 Why are you telling me all of this? 128 00:09:26,639 --> 00:09:28,162 I had no choice. 129 00:09:30,960 --> 00:09:32,482 If so, you should tell me 130 00:09:32,600 --> 00:09:35,160 who's capable enough to push you into this situation. 131 00:09:39,720 --> 00:09:40,720 It's His Majesty. 132 00:09:43,679 --> 00:09:45,079 I wish to stay away from disputes, 133 00:09:45,159 --> 00:09:46,442 but he wouldn't let me. 134 00:09:46,800 --> 00:09:49,520 He said I possessed both wisdom and virtue in front of his subjects. 135 00:09:49,903 --> 00:09:51,495 He appointed me as a prince at the age of 13. 136 00:09:51,519 --> 00:09:53,502 And, I had to join the court sessions at the age of 15. 137 00:09:53,526 --> 00:09:55,282 He wouldn't allow me to leave the capital. 138 00:09:55,382 --> 00:09:58,222 He gave me the chance to mingle with the officials and form my faction. 139 00:09:59,240 --> 00:10:01,040 What would the crown prince think about that? 140 00:10:02,519 --> 00:10:05,359 Would the crown prince believe me if I said I didn't intend to compete? 141 00:10:09,720 --> 00:10:12,885 I had no choice but to fall deeper and deeper into the abyss. 142 00:10:13,391 --> 00:10:16,311 Now, if I wish to turn back, 143 00:10:18,142 --> 00:10:21,021 I'll suffer a terrible death. 144 00:10:23,679 --> 00:10:25,442 Why did His Majesty do so? 145 00:10:26,240 --> 00:10:28,400 He wants me to be the crown prince's grindstone. 146 00:10:28,604 --> 00:10:30,085 That's heresy. 147 00:10:30,166 --> 00:10:32,925 That's why we're talking on the roof. No one will hear us. 148 00:10:36,519 --> 00:10:37,999 Why are you telling me that 149 00:10:38,120 --> 00:10:39,840 if you're afraid that people might hear us? 150 00:10:43,766 --> 00:10:45,602 We're engaged. 151 00:10:46,039 --> 00:10:47,762 Since we have no way to resist it, 152 00:10:48,120 --> 00:10:50,280 you and I will be one 153 00:10:50,960 --> 00:10:52,602 for the rest of our lives. 154 00:10:53,919 --> 00:10:55,562 If I have to find someone 155 00:10:56,960 --> 00:10:58,680 in this world 156 00:10:59,120 --> 00:11:00,642 to confide in, 157 00:11:03,054 --> 00:11:04,575 it should be you. 158 00:11:20,399 --> 00:11:22,479 Now, you should believe 159 00:11:23,919 --> 00:11:25,442 that I bear no ill will 160 00:11:27,679 --> 00:11:28,962 toward Fan Xian. 161 00:11:29,338 --> 00:11:30,602 Wait. 162 00:11:31,039 --> 00:11:32,562 I'm a little confused. 163 00:11:35,080 --> 00:11:38,082 You're confiding in your fiancé 164 00:11:38,399 --> 00:11:42,520 to prove that it was a misunderstanding between you and Fan Xian? 165 00:11:44,639 --> 00:11:46,588 Don't you feel like something's off? 166 00:11:46,686 --> 00:11:48,247 Now, I'm under house arrest. 167 00:11:49,080 --> 00:11:50,642 No one else is willing to see me 168 00:11:53,559 --> 00:11:55,079 except for you. 169 00:11:55,519 --> 00:11:57,955 - So? - So, I hope that you can help me 170 00:11:59,159 --> 00:12:01,119 deliver a memorial to the throne. 171 00:12:01,314 --> 00:12:03,184 - What memorial? - I'm going to recommend someone to the kingdom. 172 00:12:03,208 --> 00:12:05,338 - Who? - Fan Xian. 173 00:12:28,000 --> 00:12:31,042 - Continue. - This is the latest news from the Overwatch Council. 174 00:12:31,906 --> 00:12:34,627 Sons of officials and nobles blocked Fan Xian's carriage in public. 175 00:12:34,710 --> 00:12:36,682 Fan Xian retaliated and hurt three of them. 176 00:12:36,829 --> 00:12:38,242 Now, all of them 177 00:12:38,919 --> 00:12:40,402 are locked up in the First Bureau. 178 00:12:40,720 --> 00:12:42,682 I thought it was a huge deal. 179 00:12:42,942 --> 00:12:44,682 You didn't need to tell me this. 180 00:12:45,597 --> 00:12:49,598 Your Majesty, I'm here to get some peace and quiet. 181 00:12:51,879 --> 00:12:56,282 You have no idea. The dukes and marquises are at the Overwatch Council. 182 00:12:56,398 --> 00:12:58,118 They're demanding me to release their sons. 183 00:12:58,879 --> 00:13:01,682 Is that why you hid yourself in the palace? 184 00:13:02,181 --> 00:13:05,062 Right now, your quarters is the most peaceful area 185 00:13:05,143 --> 00:13:07,583 both outside and inside the capital. 186 00:13:15,735 --> 00:13:17,094 Why did you avoid that? 187 00:13:17,639 --> 00:13:18,639 Your Majesty, 188 00:13:20,960 --> 00:13:23,640 are you making gunpowder? 189 00:13:25,759 --> 00:13:26,759 Yes. 190 00:13:33,647 --> 00:13:34,647 Let me ask you this. 191 00:13:37,840 --> 00:13:40,602 Is the First Bureau not willing to release them? 192 00:13:40,806 --> 00:13:42,926 Your Majesty, Fan Xian was the one who arrested them. 193 00:13:43,054 --> 00:13:45,367 They should find Fan Xian if they want their sons to be released. 194 00:13:45,391 --> 00:13:46,711 You guys can find Fan Xian, then. 195 00:13:47,983 --> 00:13:49,162 Fan Xian? 196 00:13:50,639 --> 00:13:52,562 He's hiding inside the palace too. 197 00:13:56,495 --> 00:13:57,495 Kneel! 198 00:14:06,422 --> 00:14:08,247 Were you the master of Moon Embracing Pavilion? 199 00:14:08,271 --> 00:14:09,722 Fan Si Zhe is the true master. 200 00:14:10,368 --> 00:14:11,928 That means you're one of them too, huh? 201 00:14:12,464 --> 00:14:13,667 Fan Si Zhe said it was a lucrative business. 202 00:14:13,691 --> 00:14:15,820 If so, will you eat crap if he tells you to? 203 00:14:15,901 --> 00:14:17,482 Fan Si Zhe won't resort to that. 204 00:14:18,879 --> 00:14:21,002 Why are you speaking up for him? 205 00:14:21,399 --> 00:14:22,570 That's not true. 206 00:14:23,720 --> 00:14:26,160 How dare you instigate the others to stop him in public? 207 00:14:26,240 --> 00:14:28,082 - I didn't do that. - I'll ask you again. 208 00:14:28,271 --> 00:14:29,375 - Did you do it or not? - I didn't. 209 00:14:29,399 --> 00:14:31,359 Fine. You don't want to tell me the truth? 210 00:14:32,541 --> 00:14:35,062 Someone, get me a cane. 211 00:14:35,151 --> 00:14:37,311 Mother, I didn't tell them to stop him. 212 00:14:38,120 --> 00:14:39,962 Aunt Liu, please be appeased. 213 00:14:40,104 --> 00:14:42,082 His Highness isn't that foolish. 214 00:14:46,318 --> 00:14:48,079 Look at you guys. 215 00:14:48,159 --> 00:14:49,959 Don't you see how angry Aunt Liu is? 216 00:14:50,070 --> 00:14:51,320 You guys are still fishing? 217 00:14:51,455 --> 00:14:53,162 Hurry and get a cane for her! 218 00:14:58,180 --> 00:14:59,270 (Mother of Prince Cheng Ping, Noble Consort Liu) 219 00:14:59,294 --> 00:15:00,892 You don't want to tell me the truth, huh? 220 00:15:00,916 --> 00:15:02,334 - Mother, that hurts! - Will you be honest with me or not? 221 00:15:02,358 --> 00:15:03,522 Still trying to be stubborn? 222 00:15:03,674 --> 00:15:04,996 - Will you tell me or not? - Mother! 223 00:15:05,020 --> 00:15:06,682 Will you tell me or not? 224 00:15:06,782 --> 00:15:08,882 - Mother, stop hitting me! - You brat! 225 00:15:09,260 --> 00:15:11,039 Aunt Liu, please calm down. 226 00:15:11,166 --> 00:15:13,240 I'll see if you dare to run away again! 227 00:15:13,320 --> 00:15:14,604 Who told you to run away? 228 00:15:14,685 --> 00:15:16,071 Who told you to run away? 229 00:15:16,480 --> 00:15:17,842 I'll beat you to death! 230 00:15:17,921 --> 00:15:19,682 Aunt Liu, you should take a break. 231 00:15:19,774 --> 00:15:22,162 Brat, how dare you disobey me? 232 00:15:23,223 --> 00:15:25,343 Aunt Liu, you should have some tea. 233 00:15:25,440 --> 00:15:26,962 Mother, it wasn't me! 234 00:15:27,043 --> 00:15:28,563 - You brat. - Stop hitting me. 235 00:15:28,644 --> 00:15:30,085 Give me a second. Let me teach him a lesson first. 236 00:15:30,109 --> 00:15:32,562 Since I'm free anyway, I'll educate him while I'm at it! 237 00:15:32,889 --> 00:15:35,049 - Will you tell me or not? - Mother, I didn't! 238 00:15:35,130 --> 00:15:37,482 Aunt Liu, why don't you go and fish? 239 00:15:37,643 --> 00:15:38,839 The servants are watching. 240 00:15:38,955 --> 00:15:40,520 I don't care who's watching! 241 00:15:40,623 --> 00:15:43,093 Fishing eases my boredom. Teaching him a lesson is the same thing! 242 00:15:43,117 --> 00:15:44,442 Will you tell me or not? 243 00:15:44,855 --> 00:15:46,642 How dare you deny it? 244 00:15:46,759 --> 00:15:48,522 But I didn't do it. 245 00:15:49,922 --> 00:15:51,202 You brat! 246 00:15:52,174 --> 00:15:54,122 Mother, stop hitting me. 247 00:15:56,742 --> 00:15:58,182 She used a cane? 248 00:15:58,263 --> 00:15:59,642 She did beat him up. 249 00:16:01,559 --> 00:16:04,640 Say, should we go and visit them? 250 00:16:04,721 --> 00:16:05,962 It's too late. 251 00:16:07,623 --> 00:16:09,682 - She's done. - That quick? 252 00:16:09,863 --> 00:16:12,402 In the end, Fan Xian was the one who stopped her. 253 00:16:13,399 --> 00:16:14,399 Boring. 254 00:16:14,728 --> 00:16:15,962 This is boring. 255 00:16:17,456 --> 00:16:19,495 The show is already over. 256 00:16:24,038 --> 00:16:26,399 I have a question. Why are you always one step ahead of me 257 00:16:26,480 --> 00:16:28,959 when it comes to palace affairs? 258 00:16:31,879 --> 00:16:35,562 Your Majesty, it's because the Overwatch Council are your eyes and ears. 259 00:16:38,599 --> 00:16:40,842 Seems like Lai Ming Cheng is right. 260 00:16:40,917 --> 00:16:44,589 No one can keep the Overwatch Council in check now. 261 00:16:45,422 --> 00:16:46,471 He's right. 262 00:16:46,590 --> 00:16:47,882 He has a point. 263 00:16:48,486 --> 00:16:51,246 - Your Majesty, please think twice. - Think twice, huh? 264 00:16:51,327 --> 00:16:53,287 You always tell me to think twice. 265 00:16:54,320 --> 00:16:55,482 Think twice about what? 266 00:16:55,877 --> 00:16:58,116 No matter what Lai Ming Cheng said, he was wrong. 267 00:16:58,213 --> 00:17:00,439 His Majesty, it's because you flogged him to death. 268 00:17:00,542 --> 00:17:02,343 If everything he said was right... 269 00:17:06,920 --> 00:17:08,319 You're pretty bold, aren't you? 270 00:17:09,430 --> 00:17:10,749 I'm loyal to you, Your Majesty. 271 00:17:11,022 --> 00:17:12,622 Therefore, I tell you everything I know. 272 00:17:13,599 --> 00:17:17,680 Aren't you afraid that you'll end up like Lai Ming Cheng one day? 273 00:17:19,680 --> 00:17:21,231 I'll lay down my life for the kingdom gladly. I don't fear death. 274 00:17:21,255 --> 00:17:22,465 Enough already. 275 00:17:23,559 --> 00:17:24,802 You don't fear death, huh? 276 00:17:25,039 --> 00:17:26,602 If so, why did you avoid me just now? 277 00:17:30,952 --> 00:17:32,042 Your Majesty, 278 00:17:32,397 --> 00:17:35,678 not all deaths carry the same significance. 279 00:17:37,119 --> 00:17:40,202 I'm sure you don't see me as significant. 280 00:17:48,919 --> 00:17:50,238 What a stubborn child. 281 00:17:50,327 --> 00:17:51,602 Please be appeased. 282 00:17:54,448 --> 00:17:55,448 Go now. 283 00:18:00,085 --> 00:18:02,166 Why did you let them take it away? I'm not done yet. 284 00:18:02,247 --> 00:18:05,879 Aunt Liu, I think he truly has no idea about what the brats did. 285 00:18:05,967 --> 00:18:07,242 I truly had no idea. 286 00:18:08,240 --> 00:18:09,629 Someone is using the opportunity 287 00:18:09,710 --> 00:18:11,482 to drive a wedge between us, Aunt Liu. 288 00:18:14,119 --> 00:18:16,479 You should remain in the palace in the future, you hear me? 289 00:18:18,480 --> 00:18:21,239 Xian, look after him for me in the future. 290 00:18:21,622 --> 00:18:22,842 When it comes to seniority, 291 00:18:22,920 --> 00:18:24,562 he has to call you Cousin Xian. 292 00:18:24,644 --> 00:18:26,735 Aunt Liu, please don't say that. His Highness is a prince. 293 00:18:26,759 --> 00:18:28,882 Even so, he has to be reasonable. 294 00:18:29,438 --> 00:18:31,322 - Call Cousin Xian. - Cousin Xian. 295 00:18:31,911 --> 00:18:33,362 He's such a pleasant child. 296 00:18:34,710 --> 00:18:35,710 Come. 297 00:18:40,039 --> 00:18:42,402 Those who stopped you came from noble backgrounds, huh? 298 00:18:43,039 --> 00:18:44,639 Yes, their fathers are esteemed figures. 299 00:18:44,720 --> 00:18:46,400 - Did you arrest them? - I did. 300 00:18:46,488 --> 00:18:48,502 - If so, you'll offend many people. - I'm not afraid. 301 00:18:48,526 --> 00:18:50,602 Silly child, how could you not be afraid? 302 00:18:50,799 --> 00:18:52,962 The officialdom is all about building connections. 303 00:18:53,559 --> 00:18:55,159 His Majesty wants me to be a lone subject. 304 00:18:55,183 --> 00:18:57,263 I have no choice but to be impartial and unyielding. 305 00:19:02,240 --> 00:19:03,991 You better don't spout nonsense when you go outside. 306 00:19:04,015 --> 00:19:05,122 I don't dare to. 307 00:19:05,960 --> 00:19:08,242 You're something else. You dare to say anything. 308 00:19:08,766 --> 00:19:11,406 I don't tell outsiders that. But Aunt Liu, you're not an outsider. 309 00:19:12,527 --> 00:19:14,122 It must've been tough on you. 310 00:19:15,000 --> 00:19:16,000 Aunt Liu, 311 00:19:17,400 --> 00:19:19,722 you mustn't let him leave the place in the next few days. 312 00:19:19,798 --> 00:19:21,335 I'm worried that people might still try to exploit him. 313 00:19:21,359 --> 00:19:22,727 Don't worry. I'll keep an eye on him. 314 00:19:22,751 --> 00:19:24,031 I won't let him leave the place. 315 00:19:24,119 --> 00:19:25,362 I'll make a move, then. 316 00:19:26,302 --> 00:19:28,105 Why the rush? Let's chat a little longer. 317 00:19:28,515 --> 00:19:30,175 After all, you're his eldest cousin. 318 00:19:30,256 --> 00:19:31,562 And, you guys are related. 319 00:19:31,880 --> 00:19:33,158 Visit him when you're free. 320 00:19:33,239 --> 00:19:34,682 Keep him in check on my behalf. 321 00:19:34,983 --> 00:19:36,309 Teach him a lesson if you dislike his behavior. 322 00:19:36,333 --> 00:19:37,813 You can lecture him however you like. 323 00:19:38,000 --> 00:19:39,202 What's with that response? 324 00:19:40,122 --> 00:19:41,402 What I meant was, 325 00:19:41,663 --> 00:19:43,623 Cousin Xian, please visit me often in the future. 326 00:19:45,599 --> 00:19:47,759 All right. I'm sure you remember your lesson now. 327 00:19:47,889 --> 00:19:49,002 Get up. 328 00:19:50,279 --> 00:19:51,279 Get up. 329 00:19:58,440 --> 00:19:59,966 Will you head to Moon Embracing Pavilion again? 330 00:19:59,990 --> 00:20:01,038 I won't. 331 00:20:01,150 --> 00:20:02,400 I was tricked before this. 332 00:20:02,519 --> 00:20:04,922 Cousin Xian, from now on, Moon Embracing Pavilion is yours. 333 00:20:05,759 --> 00:20:07,202 Aunt Liu, I'll make a move first. 334 00:20:07,265 --> 00:20:09,560 By the way, the palace delivered a batch of yogurt to us. 335 00:20:09,648 --> 00:20:10,962 You love them, right? 336 00:20:11,119 --> 00:20:13,055 I'll instruct my men to deliver them to your residence. 337 00:20:13,079 --> 00:20:14,295 Yogurt is creamy and tasty indeed. 338 00:20:14,319 --> 00:20:15,402 Thank you, Aunt Liu. 339 00:20:15,519 --> 00:20:16,919 You should have dinner before you leave. 340 00:20:16,943 --> 00:20:19,223 No thanks. The dukes are waiting for me. 341 00:20:23,599 --> 00:20:24,599 Xian, 342 00:20:24,880 --> 00:20:26,160 take care, then. 343 00:20:26,271 --> 00:20:28,030 Okay. Thank you, Aunt Liu. 344 00:20:35,055 --> 00:20:37,002 Xian, take care. 345 00:20:46,640 --> 00:20:48,560 You should move around more often in the future. 346 00:20:49,119 --> 00:20:50,519 You mean together with Cousin Xian? 347 00:20:51,480 --> 00:20:53,122 But he's in a dispute with Cheng Ze. 348 00:20:53,335 --> 00:20:54,815 Cheng Ze is under house arrest now. 349 00:20:56,519 --> 00:20:57,682 Listen, 350 00:20:57,839 --> 00:20:59,122 whether or not 351 00:20:59,294 --> 00:21:01,295 you'll be able to lead a peaceful life in the future 352 00:21:01,319 --> 00:21:03,562 might be dependent on your cousin's performance. 353 00:21:05,920 --> 00:21:07,800 Regarding the Moon Embracing Pavilion incident, 354 00:21:07,960 --> 00:21:10,202 someone set this trap for you on purpose. 355 00:21:11,400 --> 00:21:14,082 The imperial palace is a treacherous place. 356 00:21:14,423 --> 00:21:16,703 Actually, I don't wish for you to remain in the capital. 357 00:21:17,920 --> 00:21:19,282 Can you understand my feelings? 358 00:21:20,480 --> 00:21:21,480 Mother, 359 00:21:21,960 --> 00:21:23,202 I understand. 360 00:21:28,160 --> 00:21:30,122 Did it hurt when I punished you just now? 361 00:21:30,456 --> 00:21:31,682 Did it hurt? 362 00:21:32,877 --> 00:21:33,877 It didn't. 363 00:21:34,117 --> 00:21:35,117 It didn't? 364 00:21:35,511 --> 00:21:36,511 It didn't. 365 00:21:36,680 --> 00:21:38,682 You won't remember your lesson, then. 366 00:21:39,325 --> 00:21:40,325 Someone. 367 00:21:40,559 --> 00:21:43,482 Someone! Hurry! Get me the cane! 368 00:21:45,279 --> 00:21:48,319 Did you hear me? Get me the cane! Hurry! 369 00:21:49,648 --> 00:21:51,602 Brat! You better come back! 370 00:21:51,683 --> 00:21:53,962 Listen! I'll punish you until you remember your lesson! 371 00:21:54,079 --> 00:21:55,322 You hear me? 372 00:21:55,566 --> 00:21:56,566 Come back! 373 00:21:57,240 --> 00:21:58,602 You'll be the death of me! 374 00:22:07,862 --> 00:22:10,882 Your Majesty, the Ye family has submitted a memorial. 375 00:22:11,671 --> 00:22:13,122 Show it to President Chen first. 376 00:22:13,636 --> 00:22:15,792 - Your Majesty, you're breaking the rules. - Did you think you never 377 00:22:15,816 --> 00:22:17,162 broke the rules before? 378 00:22:19,079 --> 00:22:21,082 Your Majesty, everything you say is right. 379 00:22:29,838 --> 00:22:33,562 It's a joint memorial from the Ye family and Prince Cheng Ze. 380 00:22:33,952 --> 00:22:35,082 Your Majesty, 381 00:22:36,472 --> 00:22:39,202 Fan Xian inherited the books of Zhuang Mo Han. 382 00:22:39,417 --> 00:22:40,962 His literary talent is unparalleled. 383 00:22:41,119 --> 00:22:44,602 They recommend Fan Xian to be the examiner of Spring Imperial Examination. 384 00:22:44,694 --> 00:22:46,974 What do you think about the recommendation letter? 385 00:22:47,799 --> 00:22:50,320 Prince Cheng Ze is smart indeed. 386 00:22:50,431 --> 00:22:53,562 He submitted a joint memorial with the Ye family after his house arrest. 387 00:22:53,720 --> 00:22:55,560 He knows the background of the Ye family well. 388 00:22:55,888 --> 00:22:58,282 It's led by Ye Liu Yun, the grandmaster. 389 00:22:58,423 --> 00:23:00,303 Prince Cheng Ze will still have a bright future 390 00:23:00,480 --> 00:23:04,400 ahead of him after submitting this joint memorial. 391 00:23:04,879 --> 00:23:07,159 I granted them the marriage. 392 00:23:07,599 --> 00:23:10,200 No matter how smart he is, it's all thanks to you, Your Majesty. 393 00:23:12,039 --> 00:23:13,722 Is that all you figure out? 394 00:23:13,903 --> 00:23:14,903 There's more. 395 00:23:15,680 --> 00:23:17,600 Prince Cheng Ze has a dispute with Fan Xian. 396 00:23:17,727 --> 00:23:20,602 But he recommended him right after it. 397 00:23:20,737 --> 00:23:22,562 It touches my heart. 398 00:23:23,333 --> 00:23:24,773 Let's not talk about the individual. 399 00:23:25,759 --> 00:23:27,282 What do you mean? 400 00:23:30,000 --> 00:23:31,602 I was thinking to myself 401 00:23:33,160 --> 00:23:35,360 whether or not it's appropriate for Fan Xian 402 00:23:37,240 --> 00:23:39,280 to host the Spring Imperial Examination at his age. 403 00:23:46,093 --> 00:23:48,082 What kind of expression is that? 404 00:23:49,480 --> 00:23:50,569 Your Majesty, 405 00:23:53,247 --> 00:23:54,247 I can't 406 00:23:55,880 --> 00:23:57,202 say for sure. 407 00:23:57,640 --> 00:24:00,120 Your Majesty, you said we shouldn't talk about the individual. 408 00:24:00,331 --> 00:24:02,482 But Fan Xian is an individual. 409 00:24:02,839 --> 00:24:04,932 The Spring Imperial Examination is important. 410 00:24:05,013 --> 00:24:07,493 I dare not cross my boundaries. 411 00:24:07,735 --> 00:24:10,762 Your Majesty, I'll follow your will. 412 00:24:12,640 --> 00:24:14,080 President Chen, 413 00:24:14,985 --> 00:24:18,082 you're still as cautious as always. 414 00:24:18,534 --> 00:24:22,082 Your Majesty, I'm loyal to you after all. 415 00:24:49,053 --> 00:24:51,122 I did it! 416 00:24:53,814 --> 00:24:55,064 Mr. Fan. 417 00:24:56,920 --> 00:24:58,322 Mr. Fan! 418 00:24:59,319 --> 00:25:00,842 This is His Majesty's oral edict. 419 00:25:03,200 --> 00:25:05,282 What a coincidence. I was just about to leave. 420 00:25:05,668 --> 00:25:06,748 What's His Majesty's order? 421 00:25:06,799 --> 00:25:08,322 According to His Majesty's order, 422 00:25:09,400 --> 00:25:10,656 the Spring Imperial Examination is nearing. 423 00:25:10,680 --> 00:25:13,255 Fan Xian shall serve concurrently as the fourth-rank Central Official. 424 00:25:13,279 --> 00:25:16,402 And, he shall serve as the examiner of the exam. 425 00:25:18,376 --> 00:25:20,536 Congratulations, Lord Fan. 426 00:25:20,640 --> 00:25:22,239 The scholars 427 00:25:22,920 --> 00:25:26,322 have to address you as Examiner now. 428 00:25:29,200 --> 00:25:30,762 Central Official? 429 00:25:31,720 --> 00:25:33,080 That's an interesting title. 430 00:25:33,327 --> 00:25:34,887 Did His Majesty make it up on the spot? 431 00:25:35,039 --> 00:25:36,362 Of course not. 432 00:25:36,799 --> 00:25:39,282 The title existed since ancient times. 433 00:25:39,640 --> 00:25:42,562 If so, Eunuch Hou, do you think I should be the central official 434 00:25:43,079 --> 00:25:44,482 in the imperial court? 435 00:25:45,898 --> 00:25:48,202 I don't know about that. 436 00:25:48,287 --> 00:25:51,727 That all depends on His Majesty's will. 437 00:25:55,720 --> 00:25:57,160 Eunuch Hou, thanks for the reminder. 438 00:25:57,559 --> 00:25:58,600 You flatter me. 439 00:25:58,680 --> 00:26:00,294 My words aren't good enough to serve as reminders. 440 00:26:00,318 --> 00:26:01,882 I was just spouting nonsense. 441 00:26:04,023 --> 00:26:06,042 I didn't bring any money with me. 442 00:26:07,591 --> 00:26:09,762 Lord Fan, please don't joke with that. 443 00:26:10,119 --> 00:26:11,239 It's inappropriate. 444 00:26:11,319 --> 00:26:13,519 Besides, I dare not do so. 445 00:26:13,599 --> 00:26:15,239 Since I've relayed the oral edict to you, 446 00:26:15,319 --> 00:26:17,562 I shall return to my post. 447 00:26:37,960 --> 00:26:39,322 Its head is moving. 448 00:26:39,559 --> 00:26:41,322 It was looking at me. 449 00:26:44,983 --> 00:26:46,602 Xian, you're back. 450 00:26:50,160 --> 00:26:52,282 - Young Master. - You guys don't need to bow to me. 451 00:26:52,630 --> 00:26:55,142 Tell your mother to make the dishes blander tomorrow. 452 00:26:55,271 --> 00:26:57,471 - All right, Young Master. - All right, Young Master. 453 00:26:58,400 --> 00:26:59,442 Why are you here? 454 00:26:59,519 --> 00:27:01,922 Is it because you can't bear to do it? 455 00:27:02,191 --> 00:27:03,402 I'm done with the sutures. 456 00:27:04,254 --> 00:27:05,442 You're done? 457 00:27:08,319 --> 00:27:09,490 I already dressed its wound. 458 00:27:11,559 --> 00:27:13,042 It looks pretty energetic. 459 00:27:13,471 --> 00:27:14,682 You did a great job. 460 00:27:14,839 --> 00:27:16,842 I've read plenty of medical books. 461 00:27:17,296 --> 00:27:19,976 By the way, Xian, your chloroform is pretty effective. 462 00:27:20,079 --> 00:27:21,402 It was unconscious all the way. 463 00:27:22,649 --> 00:27:24,371 Weren't you scared? 464 00:27:25,400 --> 00:27:26,602 It wasn't that bad. 465 00:27:26,759 --> 00:27:28,656 Have you never thought of what'll happen if you fail? 466 00:27:28,680 --> 00:27:30,002 I could just roast it. 467 00:27:30,248 --> 00:27:32,943 You have a point. However, with such a mindset, you should be a vet. 468 00:27:32,967 --> 00:27:35,562 No. I won't do the same with human patients. 469 00:27:37,990 --> 00:27:40,779 Ruo Ruo, you need more than just guts to learn medicine. 470 00:27:40,934 --> 00:27:43,294 You have to be meticulous, and have a pair of steady hands. 471 00:27:44,678 --> 00:27:45,920 What should I do? 472 00:27:50,066 --> 00:27:51,642 Here, hold this. 473 00:27:52,720 --> 00:27:54,122 Put it straight and raise it. 474 00:27:58,232 --> 00:27:59,775 You hid that many needles in your hair? 475 00:27:59,799 --> 00:28:01,519 I'm doing it so that my hair looks thicker. 476 00:28:01,759 --> 00:28:02,759 You do have a point. 477 00:28:02,839 --> 00:28:04,162 Don't keep saying that. 478 00:28:08,028 --> 00:28:10,122 Stabilize your hands. Don't let it fall. 479 00:28:12,598 --> 00:28:13,722 And then? 480 00:28:20,926 --> 00:28:23,166 Say, your hand is pretty steady. 481 00:28:24,061 --> 00:28:26,399 After that, you have to learn how to balance it while moving. 482 00:28:26,423 --> 00:28:28,082 Firstly, you have to walk. 483 00:28:28,640 --> 00:28:30,719 After that, you need to practice it 484 00:28:30,880 --> 00:28:32,095 until you can make sure it doesn't fall 485 00:28:32,119 --> 00:28:34,372 when you walk in all directions, or even when you're blindfolded. 486 00:28:34,396 --> 00:28:35,877 When I was practicing this, 487 00:28:35,958 --> 00:28:37,362 - my teacher said... - And then? 488 00:28:45,342 --> 00:28:46,482 You... 489 00:28:47,039 --> 00:28:48,482 Is this your first time trying this? 490 00:28:48,630 --> 00:28:49,630 Yeah. 491 00:28:51,759 --> 00:28:53,402 Are your hands this steady? 492 00:28:53,502 --> 00:28:55,142 Don't you think I'm talented in medicine? 493 00:28:57,960 --> 00:28:58,960 I guess so. 494 00:28:59,480 --> 00:29:01,600 - Xian, did you practice this in the past? - I did. 495 00:29:01,680 --> 00:29:04,642 So, you could do the same as me, right? 496 00:29:05,841 --> 00:29:07,402 More or less. 497 00:29:07,528 --> 00:29:09,562 Ruo Ruo, you can stop practicing that. 498 00:29:10,960 --> 00:29:14,082 Listen, this is just the first step. 499 00:29:14,364 --> 00:29:15,471 We're just scratching the surface. 500 00:29:15,495 --> 00:29:17,802 These are just insignificant tricks. 501 00:29:18,380 --> 00:29:20,535 When it comes to medicine, you have to read a lot of medical books. 502 00:29:20,559 --> 00:29:23,519 You have to remember the positions of all internal organs and acupoints. 503 00:29:23,630 --> 00:29:25,482 After that, get a fruit. 504 00:29:25,646 --> 00:29:26,958 - A fruit? - That's right. 505 00:29:27,078 --> 00:29:29,060 Get a fruit, slice it, and sew it back. 506 00:29:29,162 --> 00:29:30,959 Keep slicing it and sewing it back. 507 00:29:31,070 --> 00:29:33,136 Not only does that train your hand, but it also trains your thoughtfulness. 508 00:29:33,160 --> 00:29:35,079 I'll remember that. Do I start practicing now? 509 00:29:35,720 --> 00:29:37,362 There's no rush. 510 00:29:37,640 --> 00:29:39,242 That's all for today. 511 00:29:40,200 --> 00:29:41,400 If so, I'll make a move first. 512 00:29:45,520 --> 00:29:47,762 Xian, my IQ almost fell to the ground again. 513 00:29:48,463 --> 00:29:49,842 Wan Er is looking for you. 514 00:30:01,200 --> 00:30:02,200 You're here. 515 00:30:03,374 --> 00:30:05,294 Did you predict that I would visit you at night? 516 00:30:06,119 --> 00:30:07,119 Lord Fan, 517 00:30:07,680 --> 00:30:11,162 you visit me during nighttime more often than daytime. 518 00:30:11,789 --> 00:30:14,670 You're making it as if I'm a crook here. 519 00:30:17,680 --> 00:30:21,130 I've heard about the incident where the noble sons stopped you. 520 00:30:21,240 --> 00:30:23,322 I think Cheng Ze instigated them to do so. 521 00:30:25,519 --> 00:30:26,519 I know. 522 00:30:26,920 --> 00:30:28,040 He used them as his weapons. 523 00:30:28,142 --> 00:30:29,392 For those youngsters, 524 00:30:29,640 --> 00:30:30,719 you should beat them up 525 00:30:30,806 --> 00:30:32,095 and teach them a lesson if it's necessary. 526 00:30:32,119 --> 00:30:33,250 His Majesty is your backer. 527 00:30:33,440 --> 00:30:35,849 Those noblemen don't dare to do anything to you. 528 00:30:36,400 --> 00:30:37,998 At most, I'll visit them and apologize to them 529 00:30:38,022 --> 00:30:39,402 after you beat them up. 530 00:30:39,759 --> 00:30:41,519 I'm the princess after all. 531 00:30:41,599 --> 00:30:44,160 Even if they feel upset, they can't do anything about it. 532 00:30:48,039 --> 00:30:49,039 Wan Er, 533 00:30:49,720 --> 00:30:51,239 we're a match made in heaven indeed. 534 00:30:57,960 --> 00:31:00,122 The incident might appear to be terrifying, 535 00:31:00,279 --> 00:31:02,319 but it doesn't affect you in reality. 536 00:31:03,759 --> 00:31:05,782 If Cheng Ze truly wished to seek revenge against you, 537 00:31:05,806 --> 00:31:07,847 he would've done something more drastic. 538 00:31:08,039 --> 00:31:10,319 So, you think he's just seeking revenge on the surface? 539 00:31:10,415 --> 00:31:11,842 He wants you to be at ease 540 00:31:12,119 --> 00:31:13,842 and thinks that he's at his limit. 541 00:31:14,559 --> 00:31:17,479 After that, he'll use his killer technique, huh? 542 00:31:18,510 --> 00:31:21,442 The Spring Imperial Examination is the real deal here. 543 00:31:22,279 --> 00:31:26,039 I remembered that he was the one who mentioned this too. 544 00:31:26,839 --> 00:31:29,400 If Cheng Ze does want to set you up, 545 00:31:29,920 --> 00:31:32,160 the Spring Imperial Examination will be his best chance. 546 00:31:34,119 --> 00:31:37,239 The Spring Imperial Examination is a grand feast for all scholars. 547 00:31:38,240 --> 00:31:39,840 All the hard study behind closed doors, 548 00:31:40,039 --> 00:31:41,802 all the toils under the stars, 549 00:31:42,111 --> 00:31:43,922 all the hardships they've endured, 550 00:31:44,119 --> 00:31:45,959 they did all of those in order to 551 00:31:46,104 --> 00:31:48,042 get a chance to make it big in this examination. 552 00:31:48,559 --> 00:31:50,095 The people will set their sights on the capital 553 00:31:50,119 --> 00:31:52,722 for the days ahead. 554 00:31:53,799 --> 00:31:55,762 All hopes and despair 555 00:31:55,983 --> 00:31:57,642 will be expressed through this event. 556 00:31:58,480 --> 00:32:00,279 You and I are born to be a couple. 557 00:32:02,240 --> 00:32:04,122 We're thinking of the same thing. 558 00:32:04,334 --> 00:32:06,054 We're fated to be together. 559 00:32:06,135 --> 00:32:07,495 You thought the same as well? 560 00:32:09,279 --> 00:32:10,675 Our marriage is right after the exam. 561 00:32:10,699 --> 00:32:13,080 After that, I'll take over the Imperial Treasury. 562 00:32:13,190 --> 00:32:15,950 The Spring Imperial Examination is his only chance of stopping me. 563 00:32:17,240 --> 00:32:18,414 Did you come up with a countermeasure? 564 00:32:18,438 --> 00:32:19,758 I was prepared for this long ago. 565 00:32:20,000 --> 00:32:22,000 I'm just waiting for Li Cheng Ze to make his move. 566 00:32:22,880 --> 00:32:24,348 If so, you have to be careful. 567 00:32:25,433 --> 00:32:27,915 But it's fine even if you lose the battle. 568 00:32:28,200 --> 00:32:31,200 At most, you can resign from your post, and we can travel around the world. 569 00:32:38,774 --> 00:32:40,494 Anything is fine as long as you're with me. 570 00:32:40,550 --> 00:32:43,391 Don't touch me. You'll ruin my embroidery. 571 00:32:44,480 --> 00:32:45,802 Speaking of which, 572 00:32:45,895 --> 00:32:47,495 I've been looking at this for some time. 573 00:32:48,790 --> 00:32:50,322 What exactly are you embroidering? 574 00:32:50,640 --> 00:32:52,440 A pair of Mandarin ducks playing in the pond. 575 00:32:57,759 --> 00:32:59,002 Those are Mandarin ducks? 576 00:33:05,822 --> 00:33:07,722 Actually, you did a great job. 577 00:33:07,960 --> 00:33:08,960 Yeah. 578 00:33:09,463 --> 00:33:10,632 Stop pacifying me. 579 00:33:10,752 --> 00:33:12,402 It's my issue. 580 00:33:13,640 --> 00:33:15,202 When I was learning embroidery, 581 00:33:15,294 --> 00:33:17,362 I loved to embroider plants and rocks. 582 00:33:17,839 --> 00:33:19,762 I didn't like to embroider living beings. 583 00:33:20,400 --> 00:33:21,842 Now that I want to learn it, 584 00:33:22,064 --> 00:33:23,656 it's proving to be too difficult for me. 585 00:33:23,680 --> 00:33:25,002 If so, you can quit, then. 586 00:33:25,440 --> 00:33:26,642 Here, have some water. 587 00:33:29,102 --> 00:33:30,502 This is for you. 588 00:33:30,653 --> 00:33:32,448 I have to embroider a pair of Mandarin ducks for you. 589 00:33:32,472 --> 00:33:33,472 It's for me? 590 00:33:34,519 --> 00:33:35,922 It's one of the rules of marriage. 591 00:33:36,000 --> 00:33:37,442 What's with the rule? 592 00:33:38,023 --> 00:33:39,562 It's an unspoken rule. 593 00:33:39,750 --> 00:33:41,950 By doing so, I'll show that I'm a qualified noble lady. 594 00:33:44,935 --> 00:33:46,695 If so, didn't you practice this in the past? 595 00:33:49,039 --> 00:33:52,322 In the past, I thought I couldn't live until the day of my marriage. 596 00:34:00,359 --> 00:34:01,359 It'll be soon. 597 00:34:02,480 --> 00:34:04,802 We'll get married after the Spring Imperial Examination. 598 00:34:06,599 --> 00:34:07,722 By then, 599 00:34:07,920 --> 00:34:09,800 I'll make sure the Mandarin ducks are complete. 600 00:34:12,559 --> 00:34:15,239 Why didn't you like to embroider living beings when you were young? 601 00:34:17,400 --> 00:34:18,882 No matter how good of a job 602 00:34:19,023 --> 00:34:20,482 I did at embroidering, 603 00:34:20,880 --> 00:34:22,322 the objects are dead. 604 00:34:22,654 --> 00:34:24,414 It's as if they're trapped inside the cloth. 605 00:34:25,963 --> 00:34:27,919 I was locked away in the palace since young. 606 00:34:28,031 --> 00:34:29,162 I was sick too. 607 00:34:29,327 --> 00:34:30,607 I couldn't go anywhere. 608 00:34:30,880 --> 00:34:32,242 When I saw these objects, 609 00:34:32,559 --> 00:34:34,002 they reminded me of myself. 610 00:34:34,639 --> 00:34:35,730 It felt terrible. 611 00:34:41,937 --> 00:34:43,122 I'm fine now. 612 00:34:43,320 --> 00:34:44,722 Now, I have you. 613 00:34:48,760 --> 00:34:50,202 I grew up in Danzhou. 614 00:34:51,719 --> 00:34:53,442 Danzhou is a harbor. 615 00:34:55,039 --> 00:34:57,239 Many boats come and go every day. 616 00:35:00,239 --> 00:35:01,922 Whenever the sun sets, 617 00:35:02,639 --> 00:35:04,799 the birds flying on the ocean will soar with the wind. 618 00:35:07,800 --> 00:35:10,239 The view there is filled with life and vigor. 619 00:35:15,800 --> 00:35:18,122 I've never seen such a view before. 620 00:35:20,833 --> 00:35:22,122 Actually, 621 00:35:23,311 --> 00:35:25,282 I've never left the capital before. 622 00:35:25,561 --> 00:35:26,842 I'll take you there 623 00:35:27,375 --> 00:35:28,617 after our marriage. 624 00:35:33,095 --> 00:35:34,642 I always had a dream. 625 00:35:36,280 --> 00:35:38,719 When all of my troubles no longer troubles me, 626 00:35:41,679 --> 00:35:44,522 I'll take you around the world. 627 00:35:45,950 --> 00:35:47,482 That day will surely arrive. 628 00:36:25,055 --> 00:36:26,202 Innkeeper, 629 00:36:26,375 --> 00:36:27,602 do you have an empty room now? 630 00:36:27,719 --> 00:36:28,856 The inn was full when I came here yesterday. 631 00:36:28,880 --> 00:36:31,162 The waiter told me to come again and try my luck today. 632 00:36:31,261 --> 00:36:32,362 Please wait. 633 00:36:35,647 --> 00:36:37,282 - Are you Mr. Shi? - That's right. 634 00:36:37,359 --> 00:36:39,279 - I'm Shi Chan Li. - You're lucky. 635 00:36:39,360 --> 00:36:40,760 One of our guests had just left. 636 00:36:40,878 --> 00:36:42,197 We have one empty slot. 637 00:36:42,278 --> 00:36:43,368 But it's a four-man room. 638 00:36:44,639 --> 00:36:45,775 Mr. Shi, I'll be honest with you. 639 00:36:45,799 --> 00:36:47,095 The Spring Imperial Examination is nearing. 640 00:36:47,119 --> 00:36:50,720 Right now, it's difficult to find a place to stay in the capital. 641 00:36:50,800 --> 00:36:53,359 Although a four-man room is noisy, 642 00:36:53,503 --> 00:36:55,583 it's much cheaper. 643 00:36:57,679 --> 00:37:00,111 Mr. Shi, you must be here for the Spring Imperial Examination as well. 644 00:37:00,135 --> 00:37:01,180 Of course. 645 00:37:01,280 --> 00:37:02,655 Since you're one of the participants, 646 00:37:02,679 --> 00:37:04,680 may I take a look at your official document? 647 00:37:04,760 --> 00:37:06,160 I'm not trying to pick on you here. 648 00:37:06,903 --> 00:37:07,952 Since the exam is nearing, 649 00:37:08,070 --> 00:37:09,642 the capital is under strict watch. 650 00:37:10,119 --> 00:37:12,762 We have to record the details. 651 00:37:13,176 --> 00:37:15,402 The capital magistrate will do an inspection later on. 652 00:37:15,487 --> 00:37:16,617 No problem. 653 00:37:19,568 --> 00:37:21,839 (Shi Chan Li) 654 00:37:22,440 --> 00:37:23,522 Innkeeper, 655 00:37:23,960 --> 00:37:25,962 is there a cheaper room available? 656 00:37:26,126 --> 00:37:27,562 You want a cheaper room? 657 00:37:27,839 --> 00:37:29,197 It's fine even if I don't get to stay with humans. 658 00:37:29,221 --> 00:37:30,482 Huh? 659 00:37:30,808 --> 00:37:32,122 We don't have such a room. 660 00:37:32,203 --> 00:37:34,682 If so, is there a service 661 00:37:35,414 --> 00:37:36,962 where you'll pay me to stay? 662 00:37:39,152 --> 00:37:40,464 Innkeeper, don't misunderstand me. 663 00:37:40,488 --> 00:37:42,488 I was saying that I could clean the courtyard 664 00:37:42,599 --> 00:37:43,897 or serve your guests as a waiter. 665 00:37:43,921 --> 00:37:45,842 I'll use my wage to pay for the room. 666 00:37:46,036 --> 00:37:47,199 Sorry, Mr. Shi. 667 00:37:47,280 --> 00:37:48,840 We have enough workers here. 668 00:37:48,920 --> 00:37:50,842 Let me talk about him first. 669 00:37:50,999 --> 00:37:52,602 Back then, during the village exam, 670 00:37:52,679 --> 00:37:55,442 I was leagues above him. 671 00:37:55,639 --> 00:37:58,279 But he actually shot to fame 672 00:37:58,360 --> 00:38:00,882 during the civil service exam. 673 00:38:03,264 --> 00:38:05,682 Mr. Shi, are you facing difficulties? 674 00:38:05,960 --> 00:38:08,962 I'll be honest with you. The Spring Imperial Examination is too expensive. 675 00:38:09,519 --> 00:38:11,762 I do think there's a solution for you. 676 00:38:11,880 --> 00:38:15,402 - Innkeeper, please tell me. - An official is hosting the exam this time. 677 00:38:15,920 --> 00:38:18,642 Mr. Shi, he might be able to lend you a hand 678 00:38:18,723 --> 00:38:20,842 if you manage to find him. 679 00:38:21,000 --> 00:38:22,736 He's hosting the Spring Imperial Examination? 680 00:38:22,760 --> 00:38:24,042 May I know which official it is? 681 00:38:26,935 --> 00:38:28,042 Lord Fan. 682 00:38:28,431 --> 00:38:29,722 How have you been? 683 00:38:30,070 --> 00:38:31,950 Lord Fan, your literary talent is unparalleled. 684 00:38:32,198 --> 00:38:33,682 People are shocked by your talent. 685 00:38:34,079 --> 00:38:35,482 However, I beg to differ. 686 00:38:35,817 --> 00:38:37,922 Lord Fan, ever since I first saw you, 687 00:38:38,480 --> 00:38:40,279 I knew your talent 688 00:38:40,391 --> 00:38:42,082 was unparalleled. 689 00:38:50,480 --> 00:38:51,722 Who are you? 690 00:38:52,360 --> 00:38:53,360 My Lord, 691 00:38:54,159 --> 00:38:56,242 it's me, He Zong Wei. 692 00:38:56,480 --> 00:38:57,602 We've met before. 693 00:38:58,960 --> 00:39:00,170 He... 694 00:39:00,648 --> 00:39:02,962 He Zong Wei? I think I remember you. 695 00:39:03,360 --> 00:39:04,680 You helped Guo Bao Kun 696 00:39:04,799 --> 00:39:06,407 in his court case against me in the Judicial Bureau. 697 00:39:06,431 --> 00:39:07,642 Was that you? 698 00:39:08,599 --> 00:39:11,239 My Lord, the Guo family forced me to do so! 699 00:39:11,360 --> 00:39:13,139 - Enough. Stop kneeling. - I had no choice! 700 00:39:13,163 --> 00:39:15,723 My Lord, I didn't want to do that at all! 701 00:39:15,804 --> 00:39:17,122 Help him up. 702 00:39:17,391 --> 00:39:19,602 Enough. Get up and talk. Come. 703 00:39:21,239 --> 00:39:22,362 Thank you, Lord Wang. 704 00:39:22,440 --> 00:39:23,999 You're He Zong Wei, huh? 705 00:39:24,110 --> 00:39:26,962 But you look different now. 706 00:39:28,622 --> 00:39:30,222 One's thoughts reflect their appearance. 707 00:39:30,800 --> 00:39:32,242 Now that I've left the Guo family, 708 00:39:32,440 --> 00:39:33,842 my aspirations have gotten higher. 709 00:39:34,719 --> 00:39:36,202 Therefore, I look better now. 710 00:39:36,599 --> 00:39:38,638 If so, it was the Guo family's fault entirely, huh? 711 00:39:38,662 --> 00:39:39,922 It has nothing to do with you? 712 00:39:40,435 --> 00:39:42,242 My Lord, it has nothing to do with me at all. 713 00:39:42,679 --> 00:39:45,042 I always wanted to record their evil deeds. 714 00:39:45,159 --> 00:39:46,856 My Lord, I was thinking of reporting them to you one day 715 00:39:46,880 --> 00:39:47,999 and rid the kingdom of evildoers! 716 00:39:48,023 --> 00:39:49,623 If so, why didn't you report them to me? 717 00:39:52,392 --> 00:39:54,642 My Lord, you were too quick. 718 00:39:54,902 --> 00:39:56,522 Guo You Zhi is already in prison. 719 00:39:56,697 --> 00:39:58,922 And, I've escaped from their clutch too. 720 00:39:59,159 --> 00:40:00,402 It's all thanks 721 00:40:01,207 --> 00:40:02,802 to you, My Lord. 722 00:40:03,432 --> 00:40:06,402 My Lord, you're like my second parent. 723 00:40:06,519 --> 00:40:08,079 Don't say that. You look older than me. 724 00:40:08,159 --> 00:40:09,320 You're my spiritual parent. 725 00:40:09,400 --> 00:40:10,456 Are you here to reunite with your family? 726 00:40:10,480 --> 00:40:12,959 Everything I've learned was for the sake of the Qing Kingdom. 727 00:40:13,039 --> 00:40:14,680 It's for His Majesty and you, My Lord! 728 00:40:14,768 --> 00:40:16,002 Stop right there! 729 00:40:16,742 --> 00:40:18,942 You're here for the Spring Imperial Examination, right? 730 00:40:22,407 --> 00:40:23,489 Indeed. 731 00:40:25,159 --> 00:40:26,362 Why are you looking for me? 732 00:40:27,362 --> 00:40:28,776 I hope that you can take me as your student. 733 00:40:28,800 --> 00:40:30,282 My Lord, your talent is unparalleled. 734 00:40:30,606 --> 00:40:32,282 And, you're my second parent as well. 735 00:40:32,734 --> 00:40:35,374 Scholars like us pursue learning for the sake of virtues. 736 00:40:35,783 --> 00:40:37,383 My Lord, if I don't make you my teacher, 737 00:40:38,008 --> 00:40:40,402 even the heavens won't spare me. 738 00:40:43,400 --> 00:40:45,280 So, you found out that I was the examiner, huh? 739 00:40:46,849 --> 00:40:48,362 My Lord, that's definitely not true! 740 00:40:48,679 --> 00:40:51,002 My Lord, I'm sincerely impressed by your talent 741 00:40:51,488 --> 00:40:52,962 My Lord, you know me. 742 00:40:53,094 --> 00:40:55,002 I emphasize virtues the most. 743 00:40:55,383 --> 00:40:56,962 My Lord, I wouldn't have knelt 744 00:40:57,118 --> 00:40:59,799 if the examiner was someone else! 745 00:40:59,883 --> 00:41:01,599 If so, you should stand up and speak. 746 00:41:01,679 --> 00:41:02,882 I'll speak while kneeling. 747 00:41:03,167 --> 00:41:04,642 I'm truly sincere. 748 00:41:05,078 --> 00:41:06,642 My Lord, I wonder if you're willing 749 00:41:07,199 --> 00:41:09,202 to take me as your adoptive son? 750 00:41:09,559 --> 00:41:12,362 Godfather, I'm willing to serve you every day 751 00:41:12,463 --> 00:41:13,682 and be filial to you. 752 00:41:13,760 --> 00:41:15,103 You wanted me to be your teacher just now. 753 00:41:15,127 --> 00:41:16,607 And now, you're calling me Godfather? 754 00:41:17,199 --> 00:41:18,199 Godfather, 755 00:41:18,305 --> 00:41:19,882 I've wandered around most of my life. 756 00:41:20,079 --> 00:41:21,362 I had no one to depend on. 757 00:41:21,495 --> 00:41:23,602 Godfather, please fulfill my wish. 758 00:41:23,880 --> 00:41:24,880 My Lord. 759 00:41:25,880 --> 00:41:27,082 Just get up! 760 00:41:33,120 --> 00:41:34,322 My Lord. 761 00:41:35,079 --> 00:41:37,181 The First Bureau just delivered a secret report to us. 762 00:41:37,205 --> 00:41:38,842 Do you still remember Shijia Town? 763 00:41:39,480 --> 00:41:41,319 Of course. It's the town that was massacred. 764 00:41:41,479 --> 00:41:42,798 Now, there's a survivor. 765 00:41:44,639 --> 00:41:46,162 Shi Chan Li? 766 00:41:47,359 --> 00:41:49,015 He came to the capital for the examination 767 00:41:49,039 --> 00:41:50,882 before Shijia Town was burned to the ground. 768 00:41:51,039 --> 00:41:52,842 Therefore, he's the only survivor 769 00:41:52,920 --> 00:41:54,682 of Shijia Town. 770 00:41:55,079 --> 00:41:56,279 He arrived at the capital yesterday. 771 00:41:56,303 --> 00:41:59,202 According to the rules, the participants have 772 00:41:59,280 --> 00:42:01,149 to get their identities confirmed before getting a place to stay. 773 00:42:01,173 --> 00:42:03,973 Deng Zi Yue delivered the report to us immediately after receiving it. 774 00:42:05,440 --> 00:42:07,040 The only survivor, huh? 775 00:42:17,480 --> 00:42:19,319 The only survivor of Shijia Town? 776 00:42:20,039 --> 00:42:21,439 And, he already arrived at the capital? 777 00:42:21,463 --> 00:42:23,143 He's staying in one of the capital's inns. 778 00:42:23,745 --> 00:42:25,002 Your Highness, 779 00:42:25,744 --> 00:42:26,744 let me make a trip. 780 00:42:27,034 --> 00:42:28,050 For what? 781 00:42:28,131 --> 00:42:30,562 It's a piece of cake for me to assassinate a scholar. 782 00:42:31,639 --> 00:42:33,159 Why are you trying to assassinate him? 783 00:42:33,440 --> 00:42:34,722 Aren't we going to silence him? 784 00:42:36,480 --> 00:42:37,882 I told you already. 785 00:42:38,519 --> 00:42:40,802 I didn't burn Shijia Town to the ground. 786 00:42:40,966 --> 00:42:42,882 However, he's still a survivor of Shijia Town. 787 00:42:43,280 --> 00:42:45,855 Fan Xian is still keeping an eye on your past dealings with Northern Qi. 788 00:42:45,879 --> 00:42:47,442 If so, all the more we can't kill him. 789 00:42:47,607 --> 00:42:50,567 Since you already found out, I'm sure the Overwatch Council knows as well. 790 00:42:51,102 --> 00:42:52,642 Just let him investigate the case. 791 00:42:53,519 --> 00:42:55,759 I'm also curious about the perpetrator 792 00:42:57,119 --> 00:42:58,600 who burned the town to the ground.