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♫ The Spring breeze blows through the world, making the willows sway and the peach blossoms glitter ♫

♫ The legends in books are always heartwarming and amazing ♫

♫ Who put pen to paper and wrote "it's never too late to meet" ♫

♫ When I look back, there's someone smiling sweetly at me ♫

♫ Having you with me in this mortal world adds a touch of intensity to this depth of love ♫

♫ Whether it's a whirlwind or dull life, I have no regrets in my life ♫

♫ Let's set a date for the next hundred years, but don't forget to be present in our youth ♫

♫ May we live up to the fleeting years, every day and every night together ♫

♫ It turns out we met before in between a moment and a thought ♫

♫ He sends her a thousand words in writing, and she left a set of stories ♫

♫ The zither's sound is like water with the light's shadow as a dream, all worldly affairs are insightful ♫

♫ Enjoying the scenery and mountains with you ♫

♫ For the rest of my life, my mundane world is fulfilled ♫

♫ I'll wait till the Spring breeze arrives ♫

♫ That's when I'll know your deep love with just one thought ♫

[Imperial College]

[A Female Student Arrives at the Imperial College]

[Episode 08]

You've been following me for so long, you're not tired yet?

I didn't expect Miss Sang Qi to think so highly of me.

Looks like it could be considered that I have the approval of the legal wife.

It just that if

Miss Sang Qi finds out about the secret that you are hiding

and the fact that you mingle with people like us all the time,

I don't think she'll be honest with you like she was today, right?

You don't need to try and scare me.

I've done everything you arranged well, without making any mistakes.

If Xizhao is still not satisfied, please find yourself another ally then.

Let's not waste each other's time.

Young Master Zhuo, why so hot tempered today?

That wasn't how you treated me in the past.

Before... you were the most patient person.

You were straightforward and talked directly before too.

But now, why have you changed... and gotten stranger?

Actually, I already know.

The person that went to assassinate Sang Qi in the side courtyard that night was arranged by you.

If the plan didn't work, you would hide your identity and Sang Qi would even trust you more.

I've given you freedom.

But the only thing you can't do...

is hurt Sang Qi.

She is too troublesome. I had no choice either!

That Yan Yunzhi is still suspicious of me!

We don't know how much information he has on us.

We should still be careful and discreet.

I understand.

There's a problem with the salt routes in the south.

Our goods can't get in.

The guards have been keeping their eyes on them.

Is there something wrong with Noble Consort Zhuo's arrangements?

There are more and more people putting their nose into our business.

They have all noticed the salt smuggling through the water route.

It's time to stop attracting attention for the moment.

I'm contacting people on the land routes to see if we can work with local merchants and prepare a few more routes.

Local merchants?

Are they reliable?

Everyone in the world gathers for profits.

As long as you're willing to share with them, someone will be willing to come along.

All right.

Salt smuggling is the foundation of the Zhuo family's wealth.

It's a given that you know more than I do.

Since you say there's nothing wrong with it, I'm sure it will be fine.

Please arrange the schedule as soon as possible to deal with this shipment.

I...

I will send my trusted follower to get this thing done, because in the next few days... I still can't leave Bianjing.

What kind of obstacle would even trouble Young Master Zhuo?

It's that girl from the Grand Commandant Manor, right?

My men have seen Yan Yunzhi send people to protect her in secret every day.

She has a one-track mind. She doesn't know anything about love.

If I don't keep an eye on her, unforeseen issues might arise.

I'm really not used to seeing this Young Master Zhuo who is constantly worried.

I'm looking at and ensuring the whole situation goes well.

The Sang family will work with us in the future.

This is also a part of the plan.

Young Master Zhuo. There's no need to make such high and mighty statements to me.

Don't forget your agreement with Xizhao.

This way. A very important customer is here.

Greetings, Vice Principal Yan.

Young Master Zhuo already made an appointment with me today.

Young Master Zhuo?

Why are you here, Vice Principal Yan?

Zhuo Wenyuan?

Since you are already here, let's have a drink and listen to some music.

- All right. - Have a seat.

We'll have to trouble Miss Qianjiu to perform for both of us.

I'll bring the pipa over immediately.

I'll ensure both of you enjoy yourselves today.

Master Sang! Good news, Master Sang!

Good news!

Master Sang. Good news, good news.

Yan Yan, can you not exaggerate things every time?

Do you know what that, dying to see me married, father would do if he heard that?

Grand Commandant Sang is noble and experienced.

That's impossible.

Tell me. Why did you want to see me?

I found the white-robed old man you were looking for.

Apparently, he is an elusive master.

He keeps a low profile, however he maintains himself well.

He is still single.

- Single... - Even if he is single, it's a no.

I told you!

Yan Yan.

I thought you were sensible, so I allowed you to spend time with A'Qi.

You brat!

How dare you arrange a 60-year-old man for her?

Are you looking for a brother or son-in-law for me?

- Father. You've misunderstood. - No.

He is looking for my savior. It's not about that...

Yes.

It's not about that...

You are such a good kid.

You can even find her benefactor.

The apple doesn't fall far from the tree indeed.

Inform the accountant.

Prepare more gifts. We must make sure we satisfy your savior.

Is there a budget, Father?

No. Get whatever you like.

I knew you loved me the most!

♫ The sun will rise and light up the sky at dawn ♫ ♫ The sound of tinkling bells awaking the books once again ♫

We should be there soon.

♫ The sound of water surrounds the bamboo ♫ ♫ The pen never stops as the moon shines again ♫

[Spiritual Mist Manor]

♫ A gentleman's life struggle is to strive relentlessly for self improvement ♫

♫ The road to enlightenment is vast in one's lifetime ♫

This should be the place where he is staying.

[Spiritual Mist Manor]

[Spiritual Mist Manor]

This is it?

Yes. It is right here.

But Yan Yan,

don't you think something fishy is going on?

Look.

From the capital to the town of Spiritual Mist, the most convenient and fastest way is clearly drawn here.

Even this small house is clearly marked, as if it were afraid we couldn't find it.

Do you think an elusive master like that would be hiding so clearly in plain sight?

I didn't think about that.

I haven't asked you yet.

Where did you find this map?

I went to Qingfeng Restaurant again.

Qingfeng Restaurant?

Qianjiu gave it to you?

No.

Some guy in Qingfeng Restaurant talked to me that day.

He said he knew the master and gave me this map.

I'm afraid the person waiting for us isn't the white-robed old man, but someone else.

You all wait here.

We'll go scout ahead.

Let's go.

I am Sang Qi. I've come here to find my savior, a white-robed old man.

Everyone who visits is a guest. Just come in then.

Let's go.

Look.

This was the white-robed old man I was talking about.

You had to say I imagined him. I didn't, right?

Isn't he a lively person sitting here alive?

Stop using idioms when you don't know what they mean.

Lively?

Be careful he might not accept you.

Vice Principal?

Vice Principal?

Vice Principal.

Isn't it the holidays now? Can't you spare your students?

How come you are here?

Me?

I'm filial and polite. I came to visit my elders.

Oh, right. I haven't introduced you yet.

This is my second uncle.

Yan Hexing.

- Second uncle? - Second uncle?

You are relatives?

Why didn't you tell me earlier? Would it have been so much easier if you had told us earlier?

- That's right. - That is a weird question.

You didn't ask me at that time.

I didn't ask you?

Think about when you were in Qingfeng Restaurant carefully.

You even came here to gather information.

You haven't thought about finding someone who is actually capable?

Someone who is actually capable?

Who is so knowledgeable?

Someone who seems far, but is actually close at hand.

Right. The most powerful person at the Imperial College.

Scholar Feng!

I had already decided to help you then.

You were the one who didn't know what I was saying.

That was because...

It is more important to find my master.

- Yes. - I'll deal with you later.

Second Uncle.

Since you and the Vice Principal are related,

the our relationship is even closer. It makes it more convenient.

Please accept your disciple's...

No, wait.

Please accept your disciple's disciple...

Disciple's disciple doesn't sound right too. Either way, seniority isn't important.

The most important thing is that you can accept both of us.

We came here this time to ask you to become our martial arts master.

Not bad. You are capable.

You aren't someone who awaits their death.

But I don't like taking in disciples.

If I take them, then I have to teach and look after them.

It's a nuisance if they cause trouble and too much if they become famous.

If I'm free, why don't I do something else?

Talking nonsense again.

- Aren't I your disciple? What do you mean you don't you take disciples? - See?

I'll chase you out together if you keep on talking.

This isn't the Imperial College where you can say anything you want.

Second Uncle. You actually don't have to make decisions so hastily.

Me...

I'm different compared to Yan Yan.

I keep a low profile and I'm hardworking.

I am normal and have no real talent.

I can't really become any sort of big shot.

I won't really achieve anything in the martial arts world in the future.

So you don't have to worry about being successful.

I also suit your style as an elusive master. Right?

Is that so?

One of you is the precious daughter living at the Grand Commandant Manor, who grew up at the frontier fortress,

the first female student of the Imperial College.

The other is the eldest son of Grand Preceptor.

The son of a rich family who is famous in Bianjing for being a playboy.

Who are you two trying to fool?

My dear nephew.

Take care of your own students. They can stay here for a few days.

Become my disciples? Forget it.

How did he know?

I don't know.

That's why he's an expert.

Isn't it all for that girl from Sang family? [Three days ago]

You know her?

How could I not know?

The precious daughter of the Grand Commandant.

The first female student in the Imperial College.

By the way, that girl and I do seem to be fated to meet.

I even saved her once before.

That's right.

It's exactly because you saved her that time,

that she is now determined to make you her master.

No, no, no.

Forget it.

I came here to live in the mountains for its tranquillity.

If the precious daughter of the Grand Commandant is here, that's asking for trouble.

Luckily, it's quiet and hidden here.

Plus if you hinder her progress, she won't be able to find this place easily.

I've already spread the location of your house.

What do you mean by spread?!

What do you mean? I'm sure you told her directly.

It wasn't quite like that.

It's more like I'm helping her become a disciple.

Aren't you helping her right now?

I just revealed your location. That can't be considered helping her.

Besides, even if she comes up here,

you'll still be the one who decides whether to take her in or not, Second Uncle.

Of course, I won't.

Oh, well that's good then.

It's enough for Sang Qi to just have me. I don't want her to have another teacher.

Hey, why does that wound weird?

However, it's fine to not take her in, but you still have to teach her martial arts.

According to what you said, she'll learn my martial arts, but not call me "Master"?

So I work hard to grow a tree, but I can't eat the fruit it bears? What for?

- Take her in then. - Stop twisting your words.

Why do you need me to teach her?

It's a long story.

I got it. I'm sure this girl has caused a lot of trouble.

I understand, I understand.

But I remember

there was a Sang Yu previously whom you couldn't forget.

Now, there's a Sang Qi who makes you awkward and uncomfortable.

You really are worried about the Sang family.

What family I'm worried about is none of your concern.

As long as Sang Qi can learn martial arts from you to protect herself then I can relax.

You rascal, are so considerate of her.

You are overthinking it.

I'm overthinking it?

Fine, fine. I think too much.

Sure.

We'll do it according to your plan.

But let me say this first.

I can take her in as my disciple, but I decide how to take her in.

Of course.

- Pour the tea. - I just poured it for you.

Didn't you see me spit it out?

Hurry up. Pour the tea.

Vice Principal.

- How is it? - Vice Principal, how did it go?

How is it?

See? I told you so.

My second uncle still doesn't want to take both of you in at the moment.

However, after talking to him for a long time, he finally gave in a little.

- Gave in? - Gave in?

Then what do we need to do?

If you want him to take you in,

it first depends on your sincerity.

Sincerity! Of course, we are sincere.

Yes. We are definitely sincere.

We came all the way here just to learn from him.

What you two said doesn't count.

He suddenly said he wanted to drink wine brewed in the mountains.

If you can bring him a jar before nightfall,

then you'll have passed this test.

Wine? Let's go.

Actually, I think finding a master isn't that difficult besides being a bit exhausting.

Yan Yan!

Vice Principal.

Yan Yan, are you all right?

Are you all right?

I'm fine.

Vice Principal, why are you here all of a sudden?

Why am I here?

If I weren't here, could you handle a situation like this yourselves?

I was just careless.

Look.

In that case, I don't think we can go today.

Let's take him back.

That won't do. You've prepared for such a long time to find a master.

You can't stop here. This is just a mountain. There's no one around.

I'll wait for you here. Hurry and go and find the wine.

No. How can we abandon you and go on?

Besides, it's exactly because this is a mountain which means there could be wild beasts.

With your leg, you can't even run away if you wanted to.

Miss, I'll stay here with Young Master Yan.

If something happens, I'll just inform you.

It shouldn't be too far away from the houses. You and the Vice Principal should keep going.

Yes. Lian Pian will take care of me. It'll be fine. Just go.

All right. We'll be quick. Take good care of Yan Yan.

- All right. - Take good care of Lian Pian.

Let's go.

Thank you, Vice Principal.

Be careful.

Are you hungry?

A little.

Here.

You little girl, you even brought food up into the mountain?

This is called being prepared for a rainy day.

Who knows what could happen out here?

Besides, if I don't plan well and make our mistress suffer,

I would be making a big mistake.

If you weren't hurt, I wouldn't even give it to you.

Here. Have one.

All right!

I thought you are just a little girl with a sharp tongue.

But I underestimated you.

Of course!

I've experienced everything when I was at the frontier with my mistress.

Me? Besides my sharp tongue,

I'm pretty perfect, all right?

That's quite similar to me.

Stop.

Walk behind me.

Walk faster.

What's there to be afraid of?

You are so slow.

There's nothing to be afraid of.

Wine.

Second Uncle!

You fooled me again!

Vice Principal! Don't be afraid! Listen to my instructions!

Walk two steps forward!

Can I walk backwards?

No!

Go!

Go. Go. Keep going.

Put out your hand.

That's right.

Mission completed. Retreat!

Hurry! Let's go!

Second Uncle!

I have things to ask you!

You are back quite quickly.

The traps along the way...

My dear nephew. I remembered I have something to tell you.

Let's go. Let's talk inside.

Let's go. Let's go.

- That's... - Let's go.

Let's go. Let's go.

Hurry up. Come in.

Come in, hurry!

Second Uncle, I have something to ask you.

Were those goose feathers used to trick me?

That... that...

You know a person gets petty as he gets older.

Your students disturbed my peace and quiet and forced me to take them in as disciples.

If I didn't use you for some fun,

I won't be able to sleep at night because it would still be on my mind.

Who forced you to accept them?

What? You don't think I'm suffering just a little from this?

All right, all right.

Didn't you just get a bit scared... by some goose feathers?

I'm losing my peace and quiet in the mountains.

There's a jar of 30-year-old Nu'er Hong wine outside.

I'll let you drink a few cups as compensation.

We got it. Can we talk about taking us in as your disciples now?

Fine.

Both of you are my nephew's students after all. I will break my rule just this once.

Calm down. No rush.

I can take you in, but...

My dear nephew. Go outside first.

Hurry up. Go outside.

What are you planning again?

I am old and I have limited energy.

I can only take one out of the two as my disciple.

One of us?

That's not right.

Both of us came up together, but you'll only take one of us in?

That's not right!

Yeah.

We are very close at the Imperial College. It's a relationship more important than life.

Not really.

Isn't it too cruel to just take only one of us in?

I said I'd only accept one of you, but I didn't ask the other person to leave.

If you want to stay here, you can run some miscellaneous errands.

Miscellaneous errands?

Doing miscellaneous errands is just a saying.

I'm not asking you to be my servant.

But there's a need for people to run errands right?

Of course. You won't be doing it for free.

Although I'm only taking in one disciple, when the other person finishes their errands,

they can also come to watch and learn.

I can provide some guidance as well.

Fine.

- It's decided, then? - It's decided.

All right.

I'll give you a task as a trial for both of you.

Whoever completes it first will become my disciple.

- Say it. - It's not something difficult.

I want Yan Yunzhi's under garments. Both of you, get it for me.

Under garments?

That's not something difficult?

I'm a girl. How can I get his under garments?

Then admit you lose if you don't want to do it.

- This is unfair! - I can do it!

Me too.

Yan Yan, is something wrong?

No. It's nothing.

Vice Principal, will you give your full support to help me become your uncle's disciple?

Of course.

Thank you, Vice Principal.

Vice Principal, let me fill your cup.

Sang Qi, what are you thinking?

I was careless.

Your wine.

What?!

Sorry, Vice Principal.

Sang Qi, you...

Vice Principal, sorry. It was an accident!

Vice Principal, why don't you go take a bath? I'll heat up the water for you.

Hurry up.

All right. I'm going!

What a good strategy.

How could she do that?

How can I compete against her?

Vice Principal. I've prepared everything. Just have a nice bath.

Oh right, just throw your dirty clothes out here. I will wash them for you later.

There's no need.

I was the one who dirtied them. It's my responsibility.

All right then.

You are a girl.

It's not right to stay here, right?

You're right. I'll go outside. Take your time undressing.

- Get out! - Wait, Vice Principal. Listen to me. I can explain.

I told you to get out!

Why don't y-you give me your under garments?

- Get out, quickly. - I can't see.

I can't see. There's a step.

My dress is caught.

Yan Hexing wanted you two to get my undergarment.

So you spilled the wine and food on me on purpose, so I could take a bath.

You think you're pretty smart, don't you?

You didn't think there was anything wrong with that?

I shouldn't have barged into the Vice Principal's bath.

You are right to teach me this lesson, Vice Principal.

Yes. But I'm not talking about that.

You and I have been here a long time.

Yet, why haven't I see Yan Xiaolang yet?

You thought you were so good,

but someone already got ahead of you.

A'Qi!

Sang Qi, you are back?

Yan Yan, what kind of trick did you use?

You can't say that.

I got it rightfully from the Vice Principal.

You lost, A'Qi.

Sang Qi is using tricks, but you can respond in an upright way.

Master Yan, please tell me.

Just find Yan Yunzhi and say you'll wash his under garments.

You are so stupid.

Amazing.

Admit that you've lost.

Yan Yan.

I will deal with you when we get down the mountain!

Master was the one who told me to do so.

Master?

You are already calling him "master"?

Master, you must protect your disciple well.

Sang Qi is really evil!

How dare you scold me? I...

What are you doing?

Come here. Come here!

Master, save me!

Yan Yan is my disciple.

You can't bully him here.

You can either leave or do miscellaneous errands here. Decide that yourself.

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♫ Waiting for fate to execute its plan, and choose which lifetime we'd prefer ♫

♫ I'm willing to exchange this lifetime for the next if we can get to know each other ♫

♫ There are thousands of worries that fill my existence ♫

♫ If it's the persistence of love that generates mutual admiration ♫

♫ Then I'll have everything in this life ♫

♫ If I start missing what was in the past, that will have been my mistake ♫

♫ With all that I am, I can't do that ♫

♫ As promised, this is a perfect story ♫

♫ That happens to coincide with my determination ♫

♫ But at the dewy morning hour, I've changed my mind ♫

♫ I want to expect the fortune of this unexpected love ♫

♫ I'm writing down the statements of happiness ♫

♫ I've also accepted that this life was meant to be reincarnated ♫

♫ Even if love is faint, I want to explore and give it a try ♫

♫ Develop it into something deeper ♫

♫ Even if love is faint, I want to explore and give it a try ♫

♫ Develop it into something deeper ♫