1 00:01:25,025 --> 00:01:30,951 (Joy of Life Season 2) 2 00:01:31,025 --> 00:01:34,114 (Episode 17) 3 00:01:34,599 --> 00:01:36,840 I didn't burn Shijia Town to the ground. 4 00:01:37,000 --> 00:01:38,840 However, he's still a survivor of Shijia Town. 5 00:01:39,359 --> 00:01:41,896 Fan Xian is still keeping an eye on your past dealings with Northern Qi. 6 00:01:41,920 --> 00:01:43,440 If so, all the more we can't kill him. 7 00:01:43,724 --> 00:01:46,684 Since you already found out, I'm sure the Overwatch Council knows as well. 8 00:01:47,319 --> 00:01:48,679 Just let him investigate the case. 9 00:01:49,760 --> 00:01:51,999 I'm also curious about the perpetrator 10 00:01:53,359 --> 00:01:55,175 who burned the town to the ground. 11 00:01:57,680 --> 00:01:58,799 Where is he? 12 00:01:58,879 --> 00:01:59,999 Tongfu Inn. 13 00:02:00,079 --> 00:02:02,480 The First Bureau has surrounded the place in secret 14 00:02:02,606 --> 00:02:04,526 in case someone tried to assassinate him. 15 00:02:04,607 --> 00:02:06,442 Deng Zi Yue is still very meticulous. 16 00:02:07,854 --> 00:02:10,133 Hold on. Which inn was it? 17 00:02:10,245 --> 00:02:11,526 Tongfu Inn. 18 00:02:13,039 --> 00:02:14,636 What is the manager's name? 19 00:02:15,520 --> 00:02:17,280 Tongfu Inn... 20 00:02:17,739 --> 00:02:19,259 I think the manager's surname is Tong. 21 00:02:20,207 --> 00:02:21,922 Male or female? 22 00:02:22,680 --> 00:02:24,002 Male, I think. 23 00:02:24,400 --> 00:02:25,760 If you want a female, 24 00:02:25,855 --> 00:02:27,482 I can get one for you. 25 00:02:27,637 --> 00:02:29,766 Go away. I don't want anything. 26 00:02:32,862 --> 00:02:35,261 You may leave. 27 00:02:35,378 --> 00:02:36,799 - Godfather. - Shut up. 28 00:02:36,909 --> 00:02:38,519 A scholar should have character. 29 00:02:38,643 --> 00:02:40,936 - Your son, I... - You ingratiate yourself like a fly or a dog. 30 00:02:40,960 --> 00:02:42,079 He Zong Wei. 31 00:02:42,174 --> 00:02:43,735 I'm considered too soft-hearted 32 00:02:43,960 --> 00:02:45,602 if I don't beat you out of my place. 33 00:02:46,039 --> 00:02:47,880 A scholar cannot become a dog 34 00:02:48,120 --> 00:02:49,642 and shouldn't become a dog. 35 00:02:50,439 --> 00:02:52,642 - I really respect... - Get lost! 36 00:02:57,479 --> 00:02:59,729 I, your son, am leaving. 37 00:03:13,030 --> 00:03:14,589 He is swearing loyalty toward you. 38 00:03:14,759 --> 00:03:15,959 I still have my pride. 39 00:03:16,039 --> 00:03:17,842 I dare not take in someone like him. 40 00:03:18,352 --> 00:03:20,162 I hope the scholars of the kingdom 41 00:03:20,599 --> 00:03:22,122 are not like him. 42 00:03:22,599 --> 00:03:25,962 Someone like him is rare. 43 00:03:26,446 --> 00:03:29,402 Young people are usually arrogant. 44 00:03:29,599 --> 00:03:30,849 I hope so. 45 00:03:31,727 --> 00:03:34,488 Qi Nian, we'll go to Tongfu Inn later 46 00:03:36,479 --> 00:03:38,482 to meet the only survivor. 47 00:03:39,599 --> 00:03:42,000 Whether the innocent lives lost at Shijia Town 48 00:03:42,190 --> 00:03:43,591 can be vindicated 49 00:03:45,583 --> 00:03:46,833 depends on him. 50 00:03:56,408 --> 00:03:58,368 (A scholar cannot become a dog) 51 00:03:58,680 --> 00:04:00,000 (and shouldn't become a dog.) 52 00:04:02,493 --> 00:04:03,853 Speaking is easy 53 00:04:04,639 --> 00:04:06,082 but it's tough to act. 54 00:04:09,039 --> 00:04:10,320 Yogurt! 55 00:04:10,759 --> 00:04:12,799 Delicious yogurt! 56 00:04:13,202 --> 00:04:15,002 - Please stay here. - Let's gather again. 57 00:04:15,083 --> 00:04:17,243 - Let's gather again. - Be careful on your way back. 58 00:04:24,920 --> 00:04:26,402 Lord Fan, you're here. 59 00:04:26,839 --> 00:04:28,162 Let's speak in private. 60 00:04:34,240 --> 00:04:35,359 Lord Fan. 61 00:04:35,439 --> 00:04:36,689 Is Shi Chan Li staying here? 62 00:04:36,840 --> 00:04:38,840 Yes. He is staying in a four-man bedroom. 63 00:04:39,000 --> 00:04:40,878 There are also three exam candidates staying with him. 64 00:04:40,902 --> 00:04:42,152 These are their names. 65 00:04:45,751 --> 00:04:49,031 Yang Wan Li, Cheng Jia Lin, Hou Ji Chang. 66 00:04:49,360 --> 00:04:50,576 We are checking their backgrounds 67 00:04:50,600 --> 00:04:52,162 and will soon obtain the results. 68 00:04:52,408 --> 00:04:53,528 Lord Fan, 69 00:04:53,609 --> 00:04:55,316 this is the detailed record of Shi Chan Li's conversations 70 00:04:55,340 --> 00:04:56,820 and actions since staying in the inn. 71 00:04:56,880 --> 00:04:58,130 Please take a look. 72 00:04:58,360 --> 00:04:59,802 You even investigated this? 73 00:05:00,240 --> 00:05:01,762 I'm preparing for the unpredictable. 74 00:05:01,887 --> 00:05:03,362 It might be useful to you. 75 00:05:05,240 --> 00:05:06,359 He even drank wine? 76 00:05:06,439 --> 00:05:09,319 He had a nice chat with the candidates and drank a few cups. 77 00:05:09,430 --> 00:05:10,680 He's only a decent drinker. 78 00:05:11,850 --> 00:05:13,082 Are they not at the inn now? 79 00:05:13,199 --> 00:05:14,359 Yes. 80 00:05:14,462 --> 00:05:16,143 They are at the exam hall. 81 00:05:17,241 --> 00:05:18,536 There are many days left until the exam. 82 00:05:18,560 --> 00:05:19,922 Why did they go to the exam hall? 83 00:05:20,094 --> 00:05:21,935 They are building walls. 84 00:05:24,680 --> 00:05:25,930 Building walls? 85 00:05:26,199 --> 00:05:27,449 Put some effort. 86 00:05:28,878 --> 00:05:29,974 Carry and place them lightly. 87 00:05:29,998 --> 00:05:31,642 - Slowly. - Sure. 88 00:05:36,279 --> 00:05:39,242 Lord Fan, look. These are the Spring Imperial Examination candidates. 89 00:05:40,360 --> 00:05:41,610 What are they doing? 90 00:05:41,867 --> 00:05:43,679 Repairing the exam hall for the Ministry of Rites. 91 00:05:43,703 --> 00:05:45,202 Repair the exam hall? 92 00:05:45,759 --> 00:05:47,039 Isn't that the work of builders? 93 00:05:47,120 --> 00:05:48,398 Why did they get scholars to do it? 94 00:05:48,422 --> 00:05:49,672 Indeed. 95 00:05:50,341 --> 00:05:52,661 It was a suggestion by the Minister of Rites, Guo Zheng. 96 00:05:52,976 --> 00:05:54,962 He said we have many scholars 97 00:05:55,319 --> 00:05:56,759 who come from different backgrounds. 98 00:05:56,812 --> 00:05:58,213 Prices in the capital are high 99 00:05:58,294 --> 00:06:00,322 and poor scholars have a tough time living here. 100 00:06:01,070 --> 00:06:03,468 Instead of letting builders earn the money, 101 00:06:03,565 --> 00:06:05,245 he suggested the scholars earn it instead. 102 00:06:05,480 --> 00:06:06,559 Indeed. 103 00:06:06,639 --> 00:06:10,679 Participating voluntarily allows them to feel how majestic the exam hall is 104 00:06:10,806 --> 00:06:13,407 and also make money to sustain their livelihood. 105 00:06:14,319 --> 00:06:15,520 Looking at it like this, 106 00:06:15,600 --> 00:06:16,962 this minister 107 00:06:17,160 --> 00:06:18,719 empathizes with the people. 108 00:06:24,560 --> 00:06:26,562 Lord Fan, that man is Minster Guo. 109 00:06:27,842 --> 00:06:29,082 Lord Guo 110 00:06:29,279 --> 00:06:30,922 is even doing things himself? 111 00:06:33,560 --> 00:06:35,839 Why isn't he moving at all? 112 00:06:36,071 --> 00:06:37,321 He's stuck there. 113 00:06:59,286 --> 00:07:00,850 There's an artist here. 114 00:07:14,199 --> 00:07:15,719 Indeed. 115 00:07:17,541 --> 00:07:19,461 Repairing the exam hall is a contribution. 116 00:07:19,624 --> 00:07:21,017 He has to draw a portrait to remember it. 117 00:07:21,041 --> 00:07:23,640 Some officials of the imperial court have a hobby like this. 118 00:07:24,839 --> 00:07:26,089 Interesting. 119 00:07:27,790 --> 00:07:30,070 Lord Fan, let's go back and make a portrait ourselves. 120 00:07:33,303 --> 00:07:34,576 Where's Shi Chan Li? 121 00:07:37,120 --> 00:07:38,962 Lord Fan, that man is Shi Chan Li. 122 00:07:45,742 --> 00:07:47,282 Is he having his portrait drawn too? 123 00:07:49,959 --> 00:07:51,519 I don't see an artist anywhere. 124 00:07:52,439 --> 00:07:53,842 The guards are not strict. 125 00:07:54,952 --> 00:07:56,559 The guards are protecting the minister. 126 00:07:56,646 --> 00:07:58,162 No one cares about these scholars. 127 00:07:58,243 --> 00:07:59,493 I need two more men here. 128 00:08:05,716 --> 00:08:06,966 He Zong Wei. 129 00:08:14,109 --> 00:08:16,230 Do you want to become an official? 130 00:08:21,278 --> 00:08:23,478 If you can be successful, 131 00:08:23,680 --> 00:08:26,959 are you willing to put your life in danger? 132 00:08:31,680 --> 00:08:33,242 May I know who you are? 133 00:08:35,279 --> 00:08:36,722 Everyone, be careful. 134 00:08:38,200 --> 00:08:39,450 Chan Li. 135 00:08:41,517 --> 00:08:42,767 You are... 136 00:08:43,332 --> 00:08:44,630 Chan Li, did you forget about me? 137 00:08:44,654 --> 00:08:45,904 We've met. 138 00:08:46,584 --> 00:08:47,624 Have we? 139 00:08:47,720 --> 00:08:49,359 Are you staying in Tongfu Inn? 140 00:08:49,440 --> 00:08:50,880 - Yes. - In a four-man bedroom? 141 00:08:50,961 --> 00:08:52,020 That's right. 142 00:08:52,149 --> 00:08:53,846 Your hometown is in Shijia Town at the border. 143 00:08:53,870 --> 00:08:56,159 - Why do you know everything? - You told me. 144 00:08:56,240 --> 00:08:57,562 I told you? 145 00:08:57,829 --> 00:08:59,550 We had a chat when you were drunk that day. 146 00:09:01,440 --> 00:09:02,802 Were you there that night? 147 00:09:04,161 --> 00:09:05,643 In the outhouse. 148 00:09:06,575 --> 00:09:07,735 I was drunk that night. 149 00:09:07,816 --> 00:09:08,977 I can't remember. 150 00:09:09,136 --> 00:09:10,855 Are you short of money? 151 00:09:10,962 --> 00:09:12,242 I'm not rich indeed. 152 00:09:12,393 --> 00:09:13,882 We share the same trouble. 153 00:09:16,847 --> 00:09:19,608 - Hou Ji Chang. - Your name is... 154 00:09:19,720 --> 00:09:20,970 Chan Li. 155 00:09:21,679 --> 00:09:23,722 Is this your friend, Chan Li? 156 00:09:24,039 --> 00:09:25,160 We both live in Tongfu Inn. 157 00:09:25,255 --> 00:09:26,505 We met each other before. 158 00:09:26,879 --> 00:09:28,362 Aren't you going to introduce him? 159 00:09:30,382 --> 00:09:32,102 This is Ji Chang who shares a room with me. 160 00:09:32,470 --> 00:09:33,720 Hou Ji Chang. 161 00:09:34,200 --> 00:09:35,882 Greetings, Ji Chang. My surname is Fan. 162 00:09:36,879 --> 00:09:38,962 Fan? Greetings, Mr. Fan. 163 00:09:39,174 --> 00:09:40,922 It's fate that we live in the same inn. 164 00:09:41,456 --> 00:09:43,355 Am I disturbing your conversation? 165 00:09:43,436 --> 00:09:44,596 Not at all. 166 00:09:44,717 --> 00:09:46,031 Just now, 167 00:09:46,112 --> 00:09:49,799 I saw Chan Li spacing out with a brick in his hands. 168 00:09:49,879 --> 00:09:51,129 I was wondering why. 169 00:09:51,639 --> 00:09:52,889 I saw it too. 170 00:09:53,836 --> 00:09:56,482 Chan Li, what did I tell you before we came here? 171 00:09:56,652 --> 00:09:57,942 I saw you sitting there without moving 172 00:09:57,966 --> 00:09:59,646 and staring at the bricks from over there. 173 00:10:00,200 --> 00:10:01,802 Minister Guo is watching. 174 00:10:01,919 --> 00:10:02,958 Even if you are tired, 175 00:10:03,039 --> 00:10:05,158 you still need to pretend that you are working hard. 176 00:10:06,480 --> 00:10:07,599 I'm not tired. 177 00:10:07,679 --> 00:10:09,640 I just find the bricks weird. 178 00:10:12,720 --> 00:10:14,162 How are the bricks weird? 179 00:10:16,000 --> 00:10:17,202 Look. 180 00:10:20,215 --> 00:10:21,465 These are 181 00:10:21,600 --> 00:10:23,442 old bricks we removed. 182 00:10:23,879 --> 00:10:25,120 This is a slab of new brick 183 00:10:25,200 --> 00:10:26,922 that we will be using. 184 00:10:27,263 --> 00:10:28,513 So? 185 00:10:28,830 --> 00:10:30,080 New brick. 186 00:10:31,328 --> 00:10:32,578 Old brick. 187 00:10:33,521 --> 00:10:34,962 Can you hear the difference? 188 00:10:37,120 --> 00:10:39,199 The old brick sounds like knocking on iron. 189 00:10:39,279 --> 00:10:40,360 Iron? 190 00:10:40,456 --> 00:10:42,442 This is a slab of good metal brick. 191 00:10:42,545 --> 00:10:44,762 Metal brick is very expensive. 192 00:10:44,871 --> 00:10:46,562 The new bricks that we are going to use 193 00:10:46,701 --> 00:10:48,504 are normal bricks. 194 00:10:48,945 --> 00:10:50,195 Look. 195 00:10:50,479 --> 00:10:52,122 The pillars that are removed 196 00:10:52,557 --> 00:10:54,682 are made from Phoebe Zhennan trees. 197 00:10:55,758 --> 00:10:57,602 Look at the logs used to replace them. 198 00:10:58,605 --> 00:11:01,320 What are these? Logs. 199 00:11:01,440 --> 00:11:03,570 They are ordinary. Extremely ordinary. 200 00:11:04,200 --> 00:11:05,439 So, I don't understand. 201 00:11:05,520 --> 00:11:07,440 The Ministry of Rites is repairing the exam hall 202 00:11:07,483 --> 00:11:09,002 but why are the materials used 203 00:11:09,196 --> 00:11:10,277 worse than before? 204 00:11:10,358 --> 00:11:12,002 Chan Li, how do you know these? 205 00:11:12,353 --> 00:11:13,677 I have many peers in my hometown. 206 00:11:13,758 --> 00:11:15,838 I've seen them myself so I won't make any mistakes. 207 00:11:15,964 --> 00:11:19,482 Chan Li, you mustn't mention this again. 208 00:11:19,563 --> 00:11:20,813 Why? 209 00:11:22,126 --> 00:11:25,606 The repair is supervised by Minister Guo himself. 210 00:11:31,136 --> 00:11:32,549 More reason for us to inform Minister Guo 211 00:11:32,573 --> 00:11:33,962 in case he has been scammed. 212 00:11:34,062 --> 00:11:36,021 This has nothing to do with us. 213 00:11:36,525 --> 00:11:38,805 The best thing to do is to turn a blind eye to it. 214 00:11:38,886 --> 00:11:40,562 - But... - Trust me. 215 00:11:43,519 --> 00:11:44,932 Why are we turning a blind eye to it? 216 00:11:44,956 --> 00:11:47,456 Replacing good ones for something worse is the work of a corrupt official. 217 00:11:47,480 --> 00:11:49,190 We are scholars with virtue and morals. 218 00:11:49,271 --> 00:11:51,602 - How can we turn a blind eye to it? - Softer! 219 00:11:55,980 --> 00:11:57,817 Don't blame them. They always do this. 220 00:11:58,550 --> 00:11:59,910 You can stop my mouth 221 00:11:59,991 --> 00:12:01,510 but you can't stop these... 222 00:12:03,320 --> 00:12:04,570 I beg you. 223 00:12:04,975 --> 00:12:06,882 Let me finish. 224 00:12:08,926 --> 00:12:11,089 - Mr. Fan, have some water. - Thank you. 225 00:12:11,414 --> 00:12:12,536 Let me introduce him. 226 00:12:12,648 --> 00:12:14,088 He is Yang Wan Li from Quanzhou. 227 00:12:14,200 --> 00:12:15,617 He is quite famous back in his hometown. 228 00:12:15,641 --> 00:12:17,150 He got a top spot in his village exam. 229 00:12:17,174 --> 00:12:19,535 Among the four of us, he is the most talented in learning. 230 00:12:20,200 --> 00:12:21,450 Wan Li, nice to meet you. 231 00:12:21,600 --> 00:12:22,850 Nice to meet you. 232 00:12:28,080 --> 00:12:30,762 - I'm going to report it. - You should study less. 233 00:12:31,039 --> 00:12:32,522 Even if you're exposing them, 234 00:12:32,662 --> 00:12:34,912 who will listen to something we say? 235 00:12:35,559 --> 00:12:37,199 I heard Lord Fan is now... 236 00:12:37,294 --> 00:12:38,544 Do you know Lord Fan? 237 00:12:40,252 --> 00:12:42,882 - I can know him. - Does Minister Guo know Lord Fan? 238 00:12:43,240 --> 00:12:46,282 - Naturally. - Between the two of you, who is closer to Lord Fan? 239 00:12:46,559 --> 00:12:47,640 Minister Guo. 240 00:12:47,720 --> 00:12:50,168 Both of them manage the Spring Imperial Examination together. 241 00:12:50,292 --> 00:12:51,625 If they had already been colluding together, 242 00:12:51,649 --> 00:12:53,042 what would you do? 243 00:12:55,232 --> 00:12:56,432 I get what you mean. 244 00:12:56,559 --> 00:12:57,809 You mean 245 00:12:58,000 --> 00:13:00,242 Lord Fan and Minister Guo 246 00:13:00,824 --> 00:13:02,801 are in cahoots. 247 00:13:02,882 --> 00:13:04,602 I didn't mean that. 248 00:13:04,918 --> 00:13:06,889 - What did you mean? - I mean... 249 00:13:07,990 --> 00:13:09,869 Endure this and don't mention it again. 250 00:13:09,950 --> 00:13:12,590 Why are we studying if we are going to endure something like this? 251 00:13:13,956 --> 00:13:15,116 If you want to care about it, 252 00:13:15,197 --> 00:13:16,562 now is not the time. 253 00:13:16,769 --> 00:13:18,082 When is a good time then? 254 00:13:18,159 --> 00:13:19,602 Wan Li, let me ask you. 255 00:13:20,010 --> 00:13:21,722 Why do we come to the capital? 256 00:13:24,029 --> 00:13:26,469 - To become an official. - Why do we work at the exam hall? 257 00:13:26,519 --> 00:13:28,855 - To become an official. - Have you become one now? 258 00:13:28,948 --> 00:13:31,199 - No. - If you want to care about this, 259 00:13:31,295 --> 00:13:33,842 you need to endure until we become an official. 260 00:13:40,076 --> 00:13:41,451 Why should a scholar end up like this? 261 00:13:41,475 --> 00:13:42,842 Because we are ordinary. 262 00:13:44,767 --> 00:13:46,082 Farewell. 263 00:13:46,189 --> 00:13:48,122 - Wan Li. - Wan Li. 264 00:13:50,997 --> 00:13:53,488 He's supposed to be a scholar but he acts like a brute. 265 00:13:56,191 --> 00:13:58,610 Ji Chang, you said 266 00:13:58,696 --> 00:14:01,207 coming to work here is for the sake of becoming an official as well. 267 00:14:01,231 --> 00:14:02,642 What did you mean? 268 00:14:02,960 --> 00:14:04,079 It's nothing. 269 00:14:04,159 --> 00:14:05,562 We are poor 270 00:14:05,647 --> 00:14:07,362 so we are just making some money. 271 00:14:08,034 --> 00:14:10,160 Apart from money, Ji Chang also told us 272 00:14:10,240 --> 00:14:12,160 about the important thing about working here. 273 00:14:12,240 --> 00:14:13,400 - Chan Li. - It's fine. 274 00:14:13,480 --> 00:14:14,753 - Chan Li. - We are all scholars. 275 00:14:14,777 --> 00:14:16,255 - Chan Li... - We need to share information. 276 00:14:16,279 --> 00:14:18,280 Ji Chang said we didn't come here to work 277 00:14:18,360 --> 00:14:19,640 just for money. 278 00:14:19,720 --> 00:14:21,402 We are also here to show our faces. 279 00:14:21,559 --> 00:14:22,559 Show your faces? 280 00:14:22,639 --> 00:14:24,160 Scholars who come to work 281 00:14:24,255 --> 00:14:26,162 will leave our names in the booklet. 282 00:14:26,472 --> 00:14:28,473 Minister Guo is here. 283 00:14:28,624 --> 00:14:29,722 The best thing 284 00:14:29,803 --> 00:14:32,239 is to let Minister Guo remember our names. 285 00:14:32,399 --> 00:14:33,649 Remember our names? 286 00:14:41,240 --> 00:14:42,490 Mr. Fan, look. 287 00:14:42,918 --> 00:14:44,598 There are so many exam candidates. 288 00:14:44,726 --> 00:14:46,162 If he can remember our names, 289 00:14:46,289 --> 00:14:48,082 that means we've left an impression. 290 00:14:48,240 --> 00:14:49,839 Perhaps he might take a closer look 291 00:14:49,934 --> 00:14:52,082 while going through our paper. 292 00:14:53,879 --> 00:14:55,682 Ji Chang, you are farsighted. 293 00:14:56,743 --> 00:14:59,082 Otherwise, some people like us 294 00:14:59,720 --> 00:15:01,282 won't have a chance to be chosen. 295 00:15:02,013 --> 00:15:03,893 Aren't you tested for your talents in the exam? 296 00:15:04,111 --> 00:15:05,361 Talent is useless. 297 00:15:05,892 --> 00:15:07,013 We have lowly identities. 298 00:15:07,094 --> 00:15:08,694 What does it have to do with identities? 299 00:15:08,960 --> 00:15:10,362 Mr. Fan, you know nothing. 300 00:15:10,823 --> 00:15:13,503 How many candidates are there in every Spring Imperial Examination? 301 00:15:14,393 --> 00:15:15,962 More than ten thousand perhaps. 302 00:15:16,937 --> 00:15:19,522 However, there are only a handful of people who will be chosen. 303 00:15:20,934 --> 00:15:22,334 There are so many rumors out there. 304 00:15:23,000 --> 00:15:24,495 The important officials will choose a few. 305 00:15:24,519 --> 00:15:25,520 The palace chooses a few. 306 00:15:25,636 --> 00:15:28,292 The imperial academy chooses a few before famous scholars are chosen. 307 00:15:28,316 --> 00:15:30,135 How many of the rest can be chosen? 308 00:15:30,277 --> 00:15:32,502 They start to choose people before the exam even begins? 309 00:15:32,526 --> 00:15:35,058 The rich scholars with a background can meet the officials 310 00:15:35,148 --> 00:15:36,398 to swear loyalty first. 311 00:15:36,479 --> 00:15:38,162 Since they will be working together in the future, 312 00:15:38,186 --> 00:15:41,522 they must promote one of their own. 313 00:15:42,050 --> 00:15:43,063 What's the use? 314 00:15:43,144 --> 00:15:45,864 Isn't it about one's talent and knowledge when it comes to the exam? 315 00:15:45,942 --> 00:15:47,302 Having someone to take care of you 316 00:15:48,165 --> 00:15:49,845 is better than a brain full of good ideas. 317 00:15:50,560 --> 00:15:51,733 If what you say is true, 318 00:15:51,814 --> 00:15:53,534 that means this Spring Imperial Examination 319 00:15:53,600 --> 00:15:56,122 is a place where the officials can choose their dogs. 320 00:15:56,343 --> 00:15:57,922 Wan Li, mind your words. 321 00:15:58,561 --> 00:16:00,320 Be careful of your life. 322 00:16:02,356 --> 00:16:04,846 Mr. Fan, you too. Just forget what you heard 323 00:16:05,014 --> 00:16:06,454 and don't bring trouble to yourself. 324 00:16:09,943 --> 00:16:11,442 The result is decided before the exam 325 00:16:11,852 --> 00:16:13,322 and the exam is just a formality. 326 00:16:15,015 --> 00:16:16,442 Isn't that cheating? 327 00:16:16,584 --> 00:16:18,322 - It is! - Not so loud. 328 00:16:21,159 --> 00:16:22,682 I'm thinking as well. 329 00:16:23,039 --> 00:16:24,402 If that's really the case, 330 00:16:24,870 --> 00:16:26,190 why is no one complaining? 331 00:16:26,318 --> 00:16:27,568 Who can they complain to? 332 00:16:27,917 --> 00:16:29,378 The one in the court 333 00:16:30,159 --> 00:16:31,280 is still an official? 334 00:16:31,360 --> 00:16:32,479 Where's the fairness? 335 00:16:32,559 --> 00:16:33,799 - What? - Fairness. 336 00:16:33,879 --> 00:16:35,362 There's no such thing. 337 00:16:35,443 --> 00:16:36,693 Without fairness, 338 00:16:36,922 --> 00:16:38,202 the Spring Imperial Examination 339 00:16:38,480 --> 00:16:39,730 is just a farce. 340 00:16:40,613 --> 00:16:41,863 Perhaps 341 00:16:42,200 --> 00:16:43,882 we might be able to change everything 342 00:16:44,600 --> 00:16:46,122 when we are chosen. 343 00:16:50,396 --> 00:16:51,646 Where's Cheng Jia Lin? 344 00:16:51,742 --> 00:16:53,416 He's knocking rocks at the rear courtyard. 345 00:16:53,440 --> 00:16:54,690 I ordered him 346 00:16:55,240 --> 00:16:56,722 to keep his mouth shut. 347 00:16:57,716 --> 00:16:59,042 Now that I think about it, 348 00:16:59,207 --> 00:17:00,642 it's so meaningless. 349 00:17:01,135 --> 00:17:02,522 I'm going back to work. 350 00:17:02,769 --> 00:17:04,019 Chan Li. 351 00:17:04,640 --> 00:17:06,120 Be careful of your words and actions. 352 00:17:11,759 --> 00:17:12,802 Mr. Fan, 353 00:17:14,240 --> 00:17:15,490 help me out. 354 00:17:17,605 --> 00:17:18,855 Hou Ji Chang, 355 00:17:18,937 --> 00:17:20,042 you are great. 356 00:17:20,137 --> 00:17:21,642 You've made so many trips alone. 357 00:17:22,085 --> 00:17:24,215 - It's what I should do. - You've worked hard. 358 00:17:24,392 --> 00:17:26,832 Why don't you take a break? You haven't taken a sip of water. 359 00:17:26,866 --> 00:17:28,387 It's fine. It's what I should do. 360 00:17:28,523 --> 00:17:29,718 Are you sure? 361 00:17:29,846 --> 00:17:31,061 Let me help you with a few more trips. 362 00:17:31,085 --> 00:17:33,122 Sure. That's good enough. 363 00:17:33,193 --> 00:17:35,482 - Is that good enough? - Yes. 364 00:17:35,594 --> 00:17:38,002 - Should I... - No. 365 00:17:38,840 --> 00:17:40,700 Mr. Fan, here. 366 00:17:40,782 --> 00:17:42,362 - Have a pastry. - No need. 367 00:17:42,443 --> 00:17:44,414 - Save it for yourself. - I'll buy you a drink next time. 368 00:17:44,438 --> 00:17:46,407 - Sure. - Thank you. 369 00:18:10,880 --> 00:18:13,202 - Lord Fan? - Minister Guo, do you recognize me? 370 00:18:14,890 --> 00:18:17,802 I've seen you at work in the imperial court. 371 00:18:18,286 --> 00:18:19,482 Well... 372 00:18:20,599 --> 00:18:23,159 You are the main invigilator of the Spring Imperial Examination. 373 00:18:23,341 --> 00:18:26,301 - Don't call me Lord. - Lord Fan, you have a bright future ahead of you. 374 00:18:26,400 --> 00:18:28,602 You will be successful one day. 375 00:18:28,887 --> 00:18:30,137 Lord Fan, 376 00:18:30,310 --> 00:18:32,042 why did you come to the exam hall? 377 00:18:32,718 --> 00:18:34,878 I was passing by and wanted to meet you, Minister Guo. 378 00:18:35,341 --> 00:18:37,544 I want to know you as well, Lord Fan. 379 00:18:37,625 --> 00:18:38,830 Quick. Sit down. 380 00:18:38,911 --> 00:18:40,161 There's no need. 381 00:18:40,419 --> 00:18:42,402 Minister Guo, I only have one question. 382 00:18:42,537 --> 00:18:43,617 Please tell me. 383 00:18:43,759 --> 00:18:45,402 The repair of the exam hall 384 00:18:45,567 --> 00:18:48,119 uses low-quality goods to replace the good old ones. 385 00:18:48,200 --> 00:18:49,320 Do you know about that? 386 00:18:49,470 --> 00:18:51,042 They are not low-quality. 387 00:18:51,400 --> 00:18:53,082 They are all durable. 388 00:18:58,599 --> 00:19:00,842 That means you know about it, Minister Guo? 389 00:19:03,400 --> 00:19:04,722 Isn't it a joke 390 00:19:04,880 --> 00:19:06,242 if I say I don't know? 391 00:19:06,376 --> 00:19:08,415 Did the Minister of Revenue provide funds? 392 00:19:08,519 --> 00:19:09,769 Of course. 393 00:19:09,920 --> 00:19:12,416 Without funds from the Minister of Revenue, who would begin work? 394 00:19:12,440 --> 00:19:14,600 After purchasing these durable materials, 395 00:19:14,703 --> 00:19:16,543 how much money do you have left, Minister Guo? 396 00:19:16,680 --> 00:19:18,759 I think there's still some balance left. 397 00:19:18,850 --> 00:19:20,962 The metal bricks and Phoebe Zhennan pillars removed 398 00:19:21,039 --> 00:19:22,080 are not cheap. 399 00:19:22,160 --> 00:19:25,642 The materials removed are in the warehouse of the Ministry of Rites. 400 00:19:25,880 --> 00:19:28,519 The remaining money has also been recorded in the ledger. 401 00:19:28,640 --> 00:19:31,519 I know you are ambitious 402 00:19:31,629 --> 00:19:33,802 and wants to fight corruption. 403 00:19:33,880 --> 00:19:35,322 I praise your actions 404 00:19:35,495 --> 00:19:37,334 and will never be corrupt. 405 00:19:37,565 --> 00:19:38,815 This time, 406 00:19:38,943 --> 00:19:40,193 there's not a single cent 407 00:19:40,728 --> 00:19:43,769 that comes into my pocket in the repair of the exam hall. 408 00:19:43,982 --> 00:19:45,541 I have a clear conscience. 409 00:19:47,636 --> 00:19:49,442 Lord Fan, if you don't believe me, 410 00:19:50,278 --> 00:19:51,478 you can investigate in detail. 411 00:19:51,516 --> 00:19:53,295 The Ministry of Rites will cooperate with you. 412 00:19:53,319 --> 00:19:55,077 - The money is recorded in the ledger? - Yes. 413 00:19:55,101 --> 00:19:57,581 - The old materials are in the warehouse? - Nothing is lost. 414 00:20:01,888 --> 00:20:03,640 I don't get it then. 415 00:20:04,680 --> 00:20:06,520 Minister Guo, what are you planning to achieve 416 00:20:07,747 --> 00:20:11,802 - by doing this? - As the Minister of Rites, 417 00:20:11,960 --> 00:20:13,762 I can't do nothing in my position. 418 00:20:14,279 --> 00:20:15,880 As an official, 419 00:20:15,968 --> 00:20:18,122 we should do more work. 420 00:20:23,720 --> 00:20:24,970 I get it. 421 00:20:25,440 --> 00:20:27,279 Repair is work. 422 00:20:27,359 --> 00:20:28,609 Work 423 00:20:29,200 --> 00:20:30,682 is your political achievements. 424 00:20:31,000 --> 00:20:32,250 Political achievements. 425 00:20:33,720 --> 00:20:35,200 A great term. 426 00:20:35,799 --> 00:20:37,200 I've never heard of it. 427 00:20:38,446 --> 00:20:39,696 Political achievements. 428 00:20:39,960 --> 00:20:41,440 You even drew portraits of yourself. 429 00:20:44,199 --> 00:20:46,642 It's proof of what I've done. 430 00:20:46,839 --> 00:20:49,722 It's a good souvenir for the future. 431 00:20:49,817 --> 00:20:51,322 What about the money you saved? 432 00:20:51,450 --> 00:20:52,815 There are many people in the Ministry. 433 00:20:52,839 --> 00:20:54,880 It's difficult to feed the family. 434 00:20:54,961 --> 00:20:58,560 Buying wine and meat for them during festivals is justifiable. 435 00:20:58,670 --> 00:21:01,350 - What do you think? - What about the materials in the warehouse? 436 00:21:01,853 --> 00:21:03,454 We are upright officials. 437 00:21:03,920 --> 00:21:06,999 Our residences have cracks and leaks. 438 00:21:07,240 --> 00:21:08,490 They need to be repaired. 439 00:21:10,527 --> 00:21:11,958 Using the materials in the warehouse. 440 00:21:11,982 --> 00:21:13,382 It complies with the rules 441 00:21:13,463 --> 00:21:14,922 and not against the law. 442 00:21:15,046 --> 00:21:16,882 It's all within the rules. 443 00:21:17,046 --> 00:21:18,296 Definitely. 444 00:21:19,503 --> 00:21:20,943 As an official for so many years, 445 00:21:21,038 --> 00:21:24,118 you are clear about the rules of the imperial court, Minister Guo. 446 00:21:25,903 --> 00:21:27,282 As an upright official, 447 00:21:27,527 --> 00:21:29,442 I still need to survive. 448 00:21:30,466 --> 00:21:32,586 Are you not afraid that these scholars will find out? 449 00:21:32,960 --> 00:21:34,642 It's no use even if they find out. 450 00:21:35,215 --> 00:21:36,880 If they get chosen to become an official, 451 00:21:36,976 --> 00:21:38,975 you'll be in trouble if they make a complaint. 452 00:21:39,389 --> 00:21:41,630 Lord Fan, I told you 453 00:21:42,160 --> 00:21:43,882 it's all in compliance with the rules. 454 00:21:44,433 --> 00:21:46,571 Besides, the people out there 455 00:21:46,652 --> 00:21:48,092 won't be chosen. 456 00:21:49,640 --> 00:21:50,890 What do you mean? 457 00:21:52,950 --> 00:21:55,722 In the Spring Imperial Examination, the names on this list 458 00:21:55,920 --> 00:21:58,080 will be disqualified. 459 00:21:58,519 --> 00:21:59,769 Why? 460 00:22:00,534 --> 00:22:03,210 These scholars are cunning. 461 00:22:03,400 --> 00:22:05,120 Why did they come and work here? 462 00:22:05,317 --> 00:22:08,159 They just want to leave an impression on me. 463 00:22:08,382 --> 00:22:10,502 How can we accept scholars 464 00:22:10,759 --> 00:22:12,202 who are opportunistic? 465 00:22:12,591 --> 00:22:13,840 Can't they even think about it? 466 00:22:13,921 --> 00:22:17,362 The most important thing for a scholar is a noble character. 467 00:22:18,519 --> 00:22:19,802 Someone like me 468 00:22:19,998 --> 00:22:22,198 will never accept these flies and dogs. 469 00:22:30,000 --> 00:22:31,842 Is there a retainer of yours 470 00:22:33,094 --> 00:22:34,642 among these scholars? 471 00:22:34,880 --> 00:22:36,802 I just want to give these scholars 472 00:22:37,000 --> 00:22:38,080 a way out. 473 00:22:38,168 --> 00:22:41,047 Lord Fan, character is important. 474 00:22:51,263 --> 00:22:52,513 Just like me. 475 00:22:52,687 --> 00:22:55,766 I believe in your character unconditionally. 476 00:22:57,720 --> 00:22:59,440 I have no objection 477 00:23:00,039 --> 00:23:01,039 to what you do. 478 00:23:01,158 --> 00:23:02,408 I'll follow your orders. 479 00:23:08,880 --> 00:23:10,282 Hou Ji Chang! 480 00:23:10,440 --> 00:23:12,322 You are so impressive. 481 00:23:12,480 --> 00:23:14,002 Yes, Hou Ji Chang. 482 00:23:14,208 --> 00:23:15,487 You are so hardworking. 483 00:23:15,599 --> 00:23:17,522 It's what I should do. 484 00:23:17,822 --> 00:23:19,742 Why are you so good, Hou Ji Chang? 485 00:23:19,838 --> 00:23:22,078 You've been doing a thousand trips at least! 486 00:23:23,680 --> 00:23:25,922 You're so amazing, Hou Ji Chang! 487 00:23:26,759 --> 00:23:29,759 Hou Ji Chang! 488 00:23:29,854 --> 00:23:31,842 Let's change sides. 489 00:23:32,440 --> 00:23:35,600 Hou Ji Chang! 490 00:24:15,319 --> 00:24:16,560 It's not cheap 491 00:24:16,655 --> 00:24:19,095 for these scholars to rent a room in the capital. 492 00:24:20,120 --> 00:24:21,559 The ones from poor families 493 00:24:21,640 --> 00:24:23,440 are trying to make some money. 494 00:24:25,720 --> 00:24:27,200 There are many of them indeed. 495 00:24:27,544 --> 00:24:28,704 Indeed. 496 00:24:28,785 --> 00:24:30,722 Everyone who studies 497 00:24:30,799 --> 00:24:32,840 is in the capital now. 498 00:24:44,359 --> 00:24:45,499 There's even a candidate of his age? 499 00:24:45,523 --> 00:24:47,402 I'm sure he participated in many exams. 500 00:24:48,294 --> 00:24:50,174 They came with hope every time. 501 00:24:50,472 --> 00:24:51,922 It's a fierce competition. 502 00:24:52,130 --> 00:24:54,290 There will always be someone who can't get their wish. 503 00:24:55,359 --> 00:24:56,680 For them, 504 00:24:56,870 --> 00:24:58,353 what is the Spring Imperial Examination? 505 00:24:58,377 --> 00:25:00,962 It's a grace from the kingdom. 506 00:25:01,255 --> 00:25:02,494 What else? 507 00:25:02,590 --> 00:25:04,962 It's the opportunity to change their fates 508 00:25:05,064 --> 00:25:08,042 as you mentioned. 509 00:25:08,274 --> 00:25:09,529 Yes. 510 00:25:09,799 --> 00:25:11,640 Studying hard for years 511 00:25:12,240 --> 00:25:14,162 just for this opportunity. 512 00:25:15,720 --> 00:25:17,640 An opportunity that is supposed to be fair. 513 00:25:24,820 --> 00:25:27,581 Have you heard about the cheating at the Spring Imperial Examination? 514 00:25:27,839 --> 00:25:28,990 Look at that fat pigeon. 515 00:25:29,071 --> 00:25:31,842 It's from the Overwatch Council. It's not for long-distance flying. 516 00:25:31,945 --> 00:25:33,144 I don't have anything. 517 00:25:33,225 --> 00:25:35,225 - Otherwise, I would've... - Don't interrupt me. 518 00:25:35,400 --> 00:25:36,882 I was simply asking. 519 00:25:37,208 --> 00:25:38,522 Just simply answer me. 520 00:25:42,920 --> 00:25:45,202 I'll just simply talk about it, Lord Fan. 521 00:25:46,680 --> 00:25:48,322 Before the Spring Imperial Examination, 522 00:25:48,416 --> 00:25:51,695 many scholars have visited officials 523 00:25:51,776 --> 00:25:53,442 to swear their loyalty. 524 00:25:54,519 --> 00:25:55,769 These people 525 00:25:56,119 --> 00:25:58,682 have their future decided without even taking the exam? 526 00:26:00,160 --> 00:26:01,410 The exam 527 00:26:01,799 --> 00:26:04,242 is just a formality. 528 00:26:37,799 --> 00:26:38,840 What about them? 529 00:26:38,951 --> 00:26:40,201 Fate is 530 00:26:41,039 --> 00:26:42,602 not on their side. 531 00:26:42,720 --> 00:26:44,840 Does the Overwatch Council not know this? 532 00:26:45,000 --> 00:26:46,442 They know a little. 533 00:26:46,683 --> 00:26:49,403 Isn't it used to watch the officials? Why aren't they investigating? 534 00:26:50,319 --> 00:26:51,839 Those who can accept disciples 535 00:26:51,920 --> 00:26:54,239 are true big shots. 536 00:26:54,632 --> 00:26:55,762 It's not easy to investigate them. 537 00:26:55,786 --> 00:26:58,002 Some are even afraid to investigate them. 538 00:26:58,359 --> 00:27:00,600 It has been an unspoken rule for years. 539 00:27:00,680 --> 00:27:01,800 Everyone is used to it. 540 00:27:01,880 --> 00:27:03,319 However, this is 541 00:27:03,920 --> 00:27:05,602 a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for them. 542 00:27:05,943 --> 00:27:08,863 There's a quota for the exam as well. 543 00:27:21,000 --> 00:27:22,250 This is unfair. 544 00:27:46,292 --> 00:27:48,762 - What was that inn called? - Tongfu. 545 00:27:48,920 --> 00:27:50,802 - Did Fan Xian go there? - He did. 546 00:27:51,039 --> 00:27:52,936 The person wasn't there, so he went to the exam hall. 547 00:27:52,960 --> 00:27:54,799 To find that man. What's his name? 548 00:27:54,960 --> 00:27:56,210 Shi Chan Li. 549 00:27:56,520 --> 00:27:57,760 They met each other. 550 00:27:58,240 --> 00:27:59,490 However, they didn't talk much. 551 00:27:59,839 --> 00:28:01,762 Our men watched from afar 552 00:28:01,920 --> 00:28:03,999 and said Shi Chan Li didn't show any pain. 553 00:28:04,503 --> 00:28:06,302 I don't think he knows 554 00:28:06,519 --> 00:28:08,002 about Shijia Town's annihilation yet. 555 00:28:08,350 --> 00:28:09,911 He didn't tell him anything? 556 00:28:11,240 --> 00:28:12,600 Why did he go there then? 557 00:28:12,766 --> 00:28:13,882 Right. 558 00:28:15,207 --> 00:28:16,457 A trip in vain. 559 00:28:17,200 --> 00:28:18,922 I wonder what Fan Xian 560 00:28:19,200 --> 00:28:20,762 is thinking. 561 00:28:32,981 --> 00:28:35,162 Lord Fan, what are you thinking about? 562 00:28:35,303 --> 00:28:36,842 It's nothing much. 563 00:28:38,079 --> 00:28:39,722 The examination begins in a few days. 564 00:28:40,512 --> 00:28:42,032 How can Shi Chan Li do the exam 565 00:28:42,113 --> 00:28:44,473 when he finds out his hometown is gone at a time like this? 566 00:28:45,599 --> 00:28:46,849 Let's wait. 567 00:28:47,390 --> 00:28:48,950 The First Bureau is guarding the place. 568 00:28:49,599 --> 00:28:52,600 Let's decide what we should do after the exam. 569 00:28:54,841 --> 00:28:56,091 Lord Fan, 570 00:28:57,039 --> 00:28:58,802 you are different indeed. 571 00:29:01,582 --> 00:29:02,785 How so? 572 00:29:02,880 --> 00:29:04,640 Other officials 573 00:29:05,200 --> 00:29:06,882 won't care about this. 574 00:29:08,318 --> 00:29:10,159 We still need to see them as humans. 575 00:29:14,722 --> 00:29:17,042 (Fan Residence) 576 00:29:26,119 --> 00:29:27,320 Have we arrived? 577 00:29:27,447 --> 00:29:29,282 You should come outside and take a look. 578 00:29:37,728 --> 00:29:39,409 It's to show respect for Lord Fan. 579 00:29:39,536 --> 00:29:41,802 Please accept it. 580 00:29:42,160 --> 00:29:44,482 - Isn't that Xin Qi Wu? - That's right. 581 00:29:45,160 --> 00:29:46,439 Some of them look familiar. 582 00:29:46,558 --> 00:29:47,808 I've seen them in the hall. 583 00:29:47,973 --> 00:29:49,653 All of them are wearing plain clothes now. 584 00:29:50,000 --> 00:29:52,559 It's not nice if they wear an official's uniform. 585 00:29:52,873 --> 00:29:55,593 My thoughts are clearly written inside. 586 00:29:55,879 --> 00:29:56,962 Farewell. 587 00:29:57,064 --> 00:29:59,682 Lord Fan doesn't accept gifts. He doesn't! 588 00:29:59,763 --> 00:30:02,042 He really doesn't. Just take it back! 589 00:30:03,039 --> 00:30:04,289 Make way. 590 00:30:05,121 --> 00:30:06,847 We can't accept the gifts! 591 00:30:06,952 --> 00:30:09,402 - He's coming. - Stop it! We are just servants. 592 00:30:09,519 --> 00:30:10,574 Stop giving gifts. 593 00:30:10,655 --> 00:30:12,454 Farewell. 594 00:30:18,279 --> 00:30:19,562 I'll leave them here. 595 00:30:19,839 --> 00:30:21,282 Please pass it to him! 596 00:30:23,880 --> 00:30:25,802 This is all for the Spring Imperial Examination. 597 00:30:26,144 --> 00:30:27,394 Indeed. 598 00:30:27,640 --> 00:30:29,642 Let's go. We'll enter through the back door. 599 00:30:54,440 --> 00:30:56,479 Your Highness, something's not right. 600 00:30:56,559 --> 00:30:58,202 Why is the Fan Residence empty? 601 00:30:58,551 --> 00:31:00,255 We entered through the back door after all. 602 00:31:00,279 --> 00:31:01,999 It still can't be empty. 603 00:31:02,086 --> 00:31:03,336 What does it mean? 604 00:31:04,160 --> 00:31:05,410 It means 605 00:31:05,680 --> 00:31:07,286 there's a change in the Fan Residence. 606 00:31:08,160 --> 00:31:09,962 It means we've never been here before. 607 00:31:14,007 --> 00:31:15,802 Where is Fan Xian's courtyard? 608 00:31:16,137 --> 00:31:17,387 Why don't we search the place? 609 00:31:51,559 --> 00:31:52,809 Just leave it here. 610 00:31:57,440 --> 00:31:59,640 Return from where we came from and wait for me outside. 611 00:32:33,918 --> 00:32:35,168 It's spinning. 612 00:32:35,960 --> 00:32:37,160 Dear, 613 00:32:37,248 --> 00:32:38,498 the crown prince is visiting. 614 00:32:38,599 --> 00:32:40,362 Why did you ask all the servants to leave? 615 00:32:40,759 --> 00:32:42,242 Did he enter through the back door? 616 00:32:42,559 --> 00:32:45,202 Regardless, isn't he still the drown prince? 617 00:32:45,735 --> 00:32:48,122 It's fine if you ask the servants to leave 618 00:32:48,231 --> 00:32:49,470 but shouldn't you meet him? 619 00:32:49,567 --> 00:32:50,880 He's not here for me. 620 00:32:50,983 --> 00:32:52,402 I shouldn't meet him. 621 00:33:00,062 --> 00:33:01,882 What is the most important word 622 00:33:01,963 --> 00:33:03,602 in a political scene? 623 00:33:03,920 --> 00:33:05,170 Which word? 624 00:33:05,440 --> 00:33:06,690 Stability. 625 00:33:07,394 --> 00:33:09,988 Care for our own and not mind other people's business. 626 00:33:10,082 --> 00:33:11,880 We should meddle less 627 00:33:11,975 --> 00:33:13,774 in other people's matters. 628 00:33:16,630 --> 00:33:17,880 Dear, 629 00:33:18,118 --> 00:33:21,198 why does the crown prince visit 630 00:33:21,309 --> 00:33:22,559 to see Fan Xian? 631 00:33:22,679 --> 00:33:24,282 What else? 632 00:33:24,382 --> 00:33:26,142 The Spring Imperial Examination begins soon. 633 00:33:26,720 --> 00:33:27,970 He's here to greet him. 634 00:33:29,079 --> 00:33:30,922 Why did he use the back door? 635 00:33:31,880 --> 00:33:33,602 Think about it yourself. 636 00:33:36,008 --> 00:33:37,451 It can't move anymore. 637 00:33:58,119 --> 00:33:59,369 Oh no! 638 00:34:17,599 --> 00:34:19,919 Your Highness, are you here to wreck my house? 639 00:34:23,311 --> 00:34:25,282 Fan Xian, sorry. 640 00:34:25,463 --> 00:34:27,202 It stopped spinning just now. 641 00:34:27,360 --> 00:34:29,442 I tried to help it but perhaps 642 00:34:29,800 --> 00:34:31,162 I used too much force. 643 00:34:31,302 --> 00:34:34,542 Well... How much is it? Why don't I compensate you? 644 00:34:35,039 --> 00:34:37,322 I was joking. You should come out, Your Highness. 645 00:34:38,800 --> 00:34:40,050 Sure. 646 00:34:41,599 --> 00:34:43,759 Your Highness, what makes you visit in person? 647 00:34:46,280 --> 00:34:48,159 Do you want to hear the truth or a lie? 648 00:34:48,278 --> 00:34:49,528 Anything's fine. 649 00:34:50,674 --> 00:34:51,879 I'm here to advise you to stop fighting. 650 00:34:51,903 --> 00:34:53,153 Whom did I fight? 651 00:34:53,239 --> 00:34:54,839 You fought Cheng Ze 652 00:34:54,960 --> 00:34:56,440 and got him grounded for half a year. 653 00:34:56,520 --> 00:34:58,599 Do you think I'll feel well as his brother? 654 00:34:58,688 --> 00:35:00,089 I'm here to persuade you. 655 00:35:01,599 --> 00:35:02,849 Is this a lie? 656 00:35:05,119 --> 00:35:06,482 Can my lie be any worse? 657 00:35:07,646 --> 00:35:08,767 What about the truth? 658 00:35:08,879 --> 00:35:10,129 The truth? 659 00:35:14,176 --> 00:35:15,574 Coming! 660 00:35:19,199 --> 00:35:20,280 Did someone call him? 661 00:35:20,367 --> 00:35:21,617 You got your wish now. 662 00:35:23,400 --> 00:35:24,650 The truth. 663 00:35:25,320 --> 00:35:26,882 You made Cheng Ze suffer. 664 00:35:27,094 --> 00:35:29,135 I'm very happy because of that. 665 00:35:29,358 --> 00:35:32,317 So, I came here to give you some gifts. 666 00:35:32,440 --> 00:35:34,320 Your Highness, you don't see me as an outsider. 667 00:35:34,360 --> 00:35:36,730 Those who go against Cheng Ze are not an outsider for me. 668 00:35:37,000 --> 00:35:38,440 However, I don't know what you like. 669 00:35:38,541 --> 00:35:41,369 I prepared everything including jewelry and precious herbs. 670 00:35:41,895 --> 00:35:43,922 Thank you, Your Highness. I like them all. 671 00:35:45,565 --> 00:35:46,815 I like that! 672 00:36:04,159 --> 00:36:06,922 Your Highness, I'm sure you are not here to send gifts. 673 00:36:08,484 --> 00:36:09,791 My main purpose is to send gifts. 674 00:36:09,815 --> 00:36:12,205 - Main purpose? - There's one more little thing. 675 00:36:12,886 --> 00:36:14,136 How little? 676 00:36:16,781 --> 00:36:18,262 A few names. 677 00:36:21,156 --> 00:36:22,572 In the Spring Imperial Examination, 678 00:36:23,329 --> 00:36:26,569 you are in charge of sealing the exam papers, right? 679 00:36:26,960 --> 00:36:29,759 Help me keep an eye on these names. 680 00:36:32,199 --> 00:36:33,839 What do you want me to do, Your Highness? 681 00:36:34,880 --> 00:36:36,130 Nothing. 682 00:36:36,400 --> 00:36:38,055 Not doing anything while sealing the papers 683 00:36:38,079 --> 00:36:39,329 is good enough. 684 00:36:40,360 --> 00:36:42,610 There's nothing else. I'll be leaving. 685 00:36:43,360 --> 00:36:45,879 My servants were supposed to do this. 686 00:36:46,039 --> 00:36:48,079 Later, I figured you were one of my own 687 00:36:48,400 --> 00:36:50,642 and I missed you so I came on my own. 688 00:36:51,239 --> 00:36:52,642 It shows my sincerity as well. 689 00:36:53,039 --> 00:36:54,602 Your Highness is really sincere. 690 00:36:54,891 --> 00:36:56,896 There's someone from Shijia Town who is still alive? 691 00:36:56,920 --> 00:36:58,170 You even heard about that? 692 00:36:59,199 --> 00:37:01,399 This is related to Cheng Ze's smuggling. 693 00:37:01,654 --> 00:37:03,215 Naturally, I care about it. 694 00:37:03,679 --> 00:37:04,929 What happened after that? 695 00:37:05,119 --> 00:37:07,240 He is a candidate. I haven't told him yet. 696 00:37:07,366 --> 00:37:09,646 I wanted to wait until the exam was finished. 697 00:37:12,920 --> 00:37:14,170 Do it according to your plan. 698 00:37:14,400 --> 00:37:15,559 I'll be leaving. 699 00:37:15,662 --> 00:37:17,952 There's no need to send me off. I can find my way out. 700 00:37:18,461 --> 00:37:20,381 Just go in the opposite direction of the arrows. 701 00:37:35,484 --> 00:37:36,643 Lord Fan, 702 00:37:36,724 --> 00:37:38,497 someone from Chancellor Lin's residence sent a letter 703 00:37:38,521 --> 00:37:40,521 asking you to visit him. 704 00:37:50,717 --> 00:37:52,190 (Chancellor Lin's Strategist, Yuan Hong Dao) 705 00:37:52,214 --> 00:37:53,464 Chancellor, 706 00:37:53,679 --> 00:37:55,160 do you think this is fine? 707 00:37:56,360 --> 00:37:57,610 Yes. 708 00:38:16,119 --> 00:38:17,369 Uncle. 709 00:38:18,480 --> 00:38:19,842 Don't stand on ceremony. 710 00:38:20,079 --> 00:38:21,240 Come. 711 00:38:21,374 --> 00:38:22,624 Help me take a look. 712 00:38:24,774 --> 00:38:26,024 Recently, 713 00:38:26,557 --> 00:38:28,436 I'm starting to grow more gray beard. 714 00:38:29,320 --> 00:38:30,570 A little. 715 00:38:32,952 --> 00:38:34,842 Why don't you help me pluck some of them? 716 00:38:35,559 --> 00:38:36,762 Me? 717 00:38:37,246 --> 00:38:38,802 It's hard to do it myself. 718 00:38:39,039 --> 00:38:40,289 It hurts. 719 00:39:00,719 --> 00:39:03,072 Come. More. 720 00:39:03,920 --> 00:39:05,170 Do it. 721 00:39:15,320 --> 00:39:16,962 Come. Keep going. 722 00:39:17,559 --> 00:39:18,722 Pluck it. 723 00:39:19,590 --> 00:39:21,790 Stop. Stop it. 724 00:39:23,401 --> 00:39:24,802 Uncle, 725 00:39:25,039 --> 00:39:26,762 I don't think it hurts that badly. 726 00:39:27,166 --> 00:39:29,846 I can't suffer and I'm afraid of pain. 727 00:39:30,327 --> 00:39:32,242 If you're afraid of pain, just cut it. 728 00:39:32,320 --> 00:39:33,962 It'll still grow after cutting. 729 00:39:34,360 --> 00:39:36,162 Plucking will get rid of it once and for all. 730 00:39:40,211 --> 00:39:41,762 That's all for today. 731 00:39:43,007 --> 00:39:44,202 Chancellor, 732 00:39:44,529 --> 00:39:47,282 - this guy has a clean background. - Sure. 733 00:39:52,441 --> 00:39:53,691 Fan Xian, 734 00:39:54,840 --> 00:39:56,090 look. 735 00:39:56,760 --> 00:39:58,162 Does my beard 736 00:39:58,686 --> 00:40:00,122 look tidy? 737 00:40:00,519 --> 00:40:01,642 Exquisite. 738 00:40:02,510 --> 00:40:03,769 Great. 739 00:40:04,967 --> 00:40:07,326 Being an official is the same as being a person. 740 00:40:07,672 --> 00:40:09,082 You need to care 741 00:40:09,239 --> 00:40:10,320 about the details. 742 00:40:10,400 --> 00:40:11,802 The most important thing 743 00:40:12,080 --> 00:40:13,882 is not to show any flaws. 744 00:40:19,159 --> 00:40:20,762 Uncle, what are you doing? 745 00:40:22,719 --> 00:40:24,879 Da Bao likes to eat the red fruit. 746 00:40:25,960 --> 00:40:27,480 I'm picking some good ones for her. 747 00:40:30,320 --> 00:40:32,642 Da Bao eats quickly. 748 00:40:33,199 --> 00:40:35,799 I'm afraid she might choke on the seed. 749 00:40:36,280 --> 00:40:37,530 Lord Fan, 750 00:40:37,611 --> 00:40:39,211 Chancellor Lin 751 00:40:39,636 --> 00:40:42,197 doesn't trust servants to do this. 752 00:40:47,229 --> 00:40:48,562 Did the crown prince visit you? 753 00:40:50,358 --> 00:40:51,608 News travels fast. 754 00:40:52,157 --> 00:40:53,797 Did he give you a list of names? 755 00:40:53,894 --> 00:40:55,144 Yes. 756 00:40:55,800 --> 00:40:57,560 He said I didn't have to do anything 757 00:40:58,119 --> 00:40:59,240 while I seal the papers. 758 00:40:59,321 --> 00:41:00,880 You don't need to do anything indeed. 759 00:41:01,840 --> 00:41:03,378 Someone else will do it. 760 00:41:04,072 --> 00:41:05,553 Just turn a blind eye to it. 761 00:41:05,679 --> 00:41:06,720 Turn a blind eye to what? 762 00:41:06,800 --> 00:41:08,160 What else? 763 00:41:08,719 --> 00:41:10,120 Let the chosen people 764 00:41:10,440 --> 00:41:11,799 get chosen. 765 00:41:45,741 --> 00:41:48,342 The people are chosen when their papers are sealed? 766 00:41:48,423 --> 00:41:51,682 The people who are on the list will definitely be chosen. 767 00:41:56,279 --> 00:41:58,042 What if the article is badly written? 768 00:41:58,214 --> 00:41:59,318 Won't people doubt the result? 769 00:41:59,342 --> 00:42:00,821 There will always be a way. 770 00:42:01,407 --> 00:42:04,567 So, your position is extremely important. 771 00:42:04,766 --> 00:42:06,202 Do you know 772 00:42:06,423 --> 00:42:09,223 how many names will be sent to your hands 773 00:42:09,861 --> 00:42:13,061 by officials, noble families, and the royal family? 774 00:42:13,743 --> 00:42:14,743 I know. 775 00:42:14,862 --> 00:42:16,821 They came to send gifts recently. 776 00:42:17,237 --> 00:42:18,477 No one left names 777 00:42:18,558 --> 00:42:20,758 but every box has a note inside. 778 00:42:21,278 --> 00:42:22,958 Those people are not important. 779 00:42:27,039 --> 00:42:28,442 The important ones 780 00:42:29,639 --> 00:42:31,042 are all here. 781 00:42:32,719 --> 00:42:34,082 Why do you have it? 782 00:42:34,359 --> 00:42:35,609 I stopped them 783 00:42:35,922 --> 00:42:38,642 and asked Hong Dao to filter them. 784 00:42:39,582 --> 00:42:41,183 Many names have been removed. 785 00:42:42,159 --> 00:42:43,960 You just need to remember these people. 786 00:42:48,675 --> 00:42:50,014 Isn't this the Spring Imperial Examination? 787 00:42:50,038 --> 00:42:51,518 Can't they depend on their abilities? 788 00:42:51,542 --> 00:42:53,542 These are not just names. 789 00:42:54,391 --> 00:42:56,111 They are also the ways of the world.