Original subtitles

♪ Don't feel sad for the fallen flowers ♪

♪ Falling in the mortal world ♪

♪ Keep all the memories ♪

♪ Can't find any peace anymore ♪

♪ The storms can't kill my passion ♪

♪ But I need to endure ♪

♪ Be serious even though I'm naive ♪

♪ If this is the destined fate ♪

♪ Even if I'll be hurt ♪

♪ I'll protect the people ♪

♪ The mountains sun and moon can be my witnesses ♪

♪ Full of passion ♪

♪ Deep love and hatred ♪

♪ Melts in my heart along with the snow ♪

=Royal Rumours=

=Episode 9=

(Righteous Radiance)

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

I've got all those stupid assassins of Jinpo surrounded

and locked up in one place.

Now... (Don't care about)

(the stupid things he did.)

Everyone knows he's honest.

I think when he gets married one day,

he'll surely treasure his wife.

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Who did you call stupid?

The assassins.

Do you think they could be assassins if they were stupid?

If they were stupid, then why were we having

such a hard time catching them?

We ended up using some kind of big bait to catch these little thieves.

Do you think they are stupid?

No.

They are not.

Why not?

They're not stupid enough to be caught by us.

I'm stupid.

I'm stupid, okay?

What's wrong with you today?

You're losing your temper.

Who are you talking about?

Did I lose my temper?

Am I short tempered?

No.

Stand there.

Yes.

Stand on one leg.

Spread your arms out.

Stand still.

Hold this.

Listen.

Today, if it doesn't catch a fish,

you'll keep standing here.

What?

Stand still.

It... Don't move.

How is it possible to catch fish?

Wait.

Your Highness.

This...

Your Highness.

Hong.

Take a break and have a snack.

Hong.

Are you very close to Princess Hua lately?

Hong.

Our family is not well established.

You don't have to worry about

the Hua family's superiority like others do.

Listen.

Don't worry about me.

You can hang out with her whenever you want.

Your Highness, do you want to go for a walk with me today?

Go for a walk?

Indeed.

I think I have not been out for many days.

Exactly.

The weather outside has been so nice.

And I'd like to show the others the dress you gave me.

Her mind is written all over her face.

I think I look good in it.

So what's wrong with showing it to others?

You're such a sweet talker.

Let's go.

Let's go.

The weather is still chilly in the early spring.

You should wear more.

Thank you for your concern.

Do you know why I want to set you up with Prince Ying?

Also, I hope you don't mind that he wants to compete for the post.

Your Highness.

I don't mind at all.

I don't take things personally.

Why do you speak so politely when it comes to serious matters?

You have read my mind.

I don't even know what to say anymore.

All right.

I'm a little tired.

You guys go on over there.

Remember to dine with me at noon.

Yes, Your Highness.

Let's go.

The weather is really nice today.

Later...

Greetings, Consort Xian.

Consort Shu.

You're quite interesting.

People who don't know would think you are a harem.

Did you come to this garden all dolled up

to have an encounter with His Majesty?

Indeed.

This is not uncommon amongst others.

I'm reminding Princess Hua.

Who are you mocking?

You got me wrong.

It's a beautiful day.

So I... Consort Xian, do you mean that Princess Hua came here

to provoke His Majesty?

- Your Highness. - Your Highness.

Princess Hua is my guest in Shoukang Palace.

She can go wherever she wants.

I didn't know there is a place she can't go.

Please forgive me.

It seems I need to remind His Majesty

not to be so occupied with national affairs

that he neglects the management of his harem.

You may leave.

- Yes, Your Highness. - Yes, Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Don't mind what they say.

Thank you, Your Highness.

Greetings, grandmother.

What did you come to see me for?

I would like to speak to you alone.

You've confused me.

Whose grandma are you exactly?

I'm just looking after Princess Hua for you.

What's wrong with that?

Grandson didn't look at you I see you appear to be fond of her.

So I'm just curious.

You have always... (The snow in the shade is still so thick.)

I can't relate to Princess Hua.

(This is the only place where footprints can be left.)

Do you not relate or deliberately refuse to understand her?

I don't really understand.

It is not easy to please people.

And whether or not you intend to please them,

you will know their true heart when you see the clarity in their eyes.

Some unintentional acts can reveal their sincerity.

Children are innocent.

They need company all the time.

To me, they are like

a diamond in the rough, totally impeccable.

Did you come to me to talk about Princess Hua?

You have a good eye.

I've had some misunderstanding with Princess Hua.

So I'd like to take this opportunity to make up with her.

I think you have other intentions.

Princess Hua.

I'm hosting a banquet in the Eastern Palace.

Would you like to join?

I am not in good health.

I don't want to spoil the fun.

There will be a barbecue.

Your Highness.

I guess His Highness wants to talk to me about the case.

As you wish.

Duan Jin.

Yes.

Thank you, grandmother.

Your Highness.

(Righteous Radiance)

Why do you have a persimmon tree here?

This persimmon tree was planted when I was little.

I was very young at the time and had to hide in the house

in thick clothes because I was sick.

Mother noticed I was bored.

So she asked the servants to bring in some large pots

and plant trees with me

soon after they were moved to the courtyard,

all the other trees died,

except this persimmon tree,

which survived.

After that,

I was left alone

in the whole palace.

(I remember.)

(Liuli.)

(When mother died, )

(Righteous Radiance) (I was so upset)

(that I forgot to write back to Liuli.)

(From now on, )

(I am)

(a motherless child.)

Your Highness.

This tree is so meaningful.

You will have the best of everything for the rest of your life.

What kind of chess is that?

Cat chess.

Do you know how to play it?

I'll teach you.

Sure.

How do you play it?

Move the pieces diagonally.

Whoever goes to the end line first wins.

I see.

Your Highness.

It's your turn.

It's getting late.

It's time to eat.

Please join me.

Serve the dishes.

Your Highness, everything is served.

I've heard that soldiers like to barbecue.

I thought you might like it.

Yes, I like it.

I'll roast them for you.

♪ You are more beautiful than the scenery ♪

♪ I travel around, passing through the fireworks ♪

Your Highness.

You need to roast the meat on the fire.

♪ Your face is like a painting ♪

Let me do it.

♪ It's engraved in my heart ♪

You have to grease it as you roast it.

Remember to flip it over.

I see.

♪ Waiting for your answer ♪

I got it.

What else would you like to eat?

I'll roast it for you.

I like winter melon.

Roasted winter melon will turn transparent.

Sprinkle with pepper and it will taste delicious.

Winter melon?

♪ I've had you in my heart for a long time ♪

Which is the winter melon?

This one.

♪ To become lovebirds that many would envy ♪

Why don't I roast them for you today?

You should just enjoy it.

Would you like to eat pig intestines?

Meatballs?

You are good at it.

However, the last time I went to your place with my brother,

why were we only served pancakes and soup noodles?

That's because that was all the food I had.

I haven't even grown any greens yet.

Although the Hua family has gone to the border,

a young lady like you shouldn't be staying

in the barracks all the time.

I didn't usually go there, but sometimes

when my parents and brother were away at war I was the only member

of the Hua family in town.

I may be weak and not able to help much, but

I need to be there for the soldiers and the people

so they will know that whether they win or lose, Hua family

will always be with them.

Why are you hesitant to make your move?

I'm being cautious.

Worship day is in a few days, right?

Yes.

I'll need you to come with me then.

I think we should let Hua Liuli go with us.

The Hua family has been loyal for generations.

As the only daughter of the Hua family

and the only member left in Yujing at present,

there is no reason why she should not go.

It's not that she can't go, it's just that some time ago,

you advised me

to be discreet and not to let such a frail lady like Hua Liuli

take part in national affairs.

You must have misremembered.

Why would I say such a thing?

Mother.

Didn't you...

I don't know anything about national affairs.

I just hope that Hua Liuli and Yuanhao can spend more time together

and get to know each other better so that they can bond more.

That's true.

I'm glad that the Hua family and the royal family

have ties.

Mother, you're playing very well.

I'm sure I'll lose.

Your Highness.

Am I too gluttonous?

You don't have to be shy in front of me.

By the way, Princess Hua,

I have some gifts I would like to show you.

Princess Hua.

Look.

These are the gifts you gave me back then.

I have all these items displayed in my treasure rack.

(To Crown Prince) And these letters.

I stored them in a box.

This is the diarrhea tablet you mentioned.

I did suffer from diarrhea a lot once I accidentally opened it.

And this.

You said it's called Snow Crisp Mountain.

But when I got it, I searched everywhere

and couldn't find the mountain, but a box.

This Snow Crisp Mountain must have melted on the way here.

Melted?

I'll make you another one when I get a chance.

Your Highness.

I can't believe you've kept these worthless items until now.

I find them interesting.

You also made a heart-shaped spiked ball.

So cute.

Do you really find it cute?

Cute and creative.

I can tell the person who made this had a lot of thought put into it.

When I received this spiked ball, I couldn't find

where the letter was, but when I opened it,

it was in this heart.

At that time, I thought

that this heart

might represent

the owner's heart.

I gave it to you because I thought it was

the best way to show my feelings.

So did you

find these things yourself or did you make them yourself?

Of course I made them myself.

Does it mean that you put your heart and soul into designing these

at that time and sent them all the way to me?

Unfortunately, you never sent anything to me after that.

The border was hectic with war.

Unexpected events happened all the time.

I didn't mean not to send it.

I really miss

Liuli who sent me her heart

in a spiked ball.

I also miss the simple and kind Crown Prince who spoke his mind.

Make haste.

Today is worship day.

If anything goes wrong, you'll bear the consequences.

Understand?

Yes.

You two, go this way.

Yes.

You two, go over there.

Yes.

The rest of you come with me.

Hurry up.

The Empress Dowager said that you will go out on behalf of

Shoukang Palace.

You are representing Shoukang Palace.

Her Highness has chosen your gown for you.

I am grateful.

It will be very inconvenient to get changed

after the ceremony starts today.

So you must drink less water.

I will bear it in mind.

Her Highness also said that although it is a worship ceremony,

you are still weak and must be taken care of.

Please take these in case you need them.

I appreciate it.

Princess Hua.

How are you getting on?

Your Highness.

Why are you so poorly dressed today?

Am I?

Use this hand warmer.

I'll get going.

Hua Liuli.

How come I see you everywhere?

Greetings, Your Highness.

It is fate that we always meet.

I really don't want to see you at all.

That can't be helped.

We may have to see each other a lot in the future.

First bow.

Second bow.

Third bow.

The ceremony is over.

His Highness will read the tribute.

In the 30th year of prosperity,

I dared to proclaim to the Heaven, to my ancestors,

and to the Emperor, that I shall uphold the rules

and that the people shall be the foundation of the state,

thus strengthening the nation.

Princess Jiamin.

His Highness looks quite serious when it comes to state affairs.

It is evident to all.

Do you think it should be Prince Ying

who reads the tribute?

Can you be quiet?

(All living beings deserve their place)

(now and in the past.)

(I hereby)

offer my respects to Heaven, the God of the Earth,

and the God of the Sky so that the weather will be fine,

all things will flourish, and there will be (peace and tranquillity.)

What now?

Would you like milk candy?

No, thanks.

Fine.

(I shall carry out my duties)

(for the sake of peace and prosperity for all generations)

and to do my utmost for my land and people.

Your Majesty.

I'd like to have a word with Prince Ying and Princess Hua.

Prince Ying and Princess Hua. Please come forward.

Since you're going up there, give me the milk candy.

No.

The Hua family...

His Royal Highness

Contributed to the great victory of the State of Jin.

Take this milk candy.

It is a demonstration of our prestige.

His Majesty has asked you both

to compete for the post of Ceremonial Officer

in the hope that you young people

will make a name for yourselves

and contribute your wisdom to the state.

Princess Hua.

Yes, Your Highness.

His Majesty never defies a woman's talents.

Your mother, General Wei, fought in the battlefield

and served the state

as a pillar of the nation.

I hope that

you will inherit the valour of the Hua family

and not disgrace its reputation.

Can you do that?

Yes, Your Highness.

Greetings, Princess Hua.

Madam Duan Jin.

The Empress Dowager said you have worn these gowns.

There's no point keeping them here.

So please take them all back.

Also, Her Highness has gathered some of her favourite items

from her youth for you to take back since they are no longer useful.

She had asked me to make some snacks and treats early in the morning.

She said you would enjoy them.

No one at Shoukang Palace likes it either.

So you can take it back.

I've put everything in the carriage for you.

Thank you, Madam Duan Jin.

Your Highness.

I'm going home.

Take care of yourself.

I will come and visit you again.

(I wish you)

(all the blessings.)

It's good to see you go.

You're so noisy.

Your Highness.

I think I've caught a cold.

Miss.

Third prince.

Are you waiting...

Your Highness.

Princess Hua.

Are you also here to see me off?

I want to thank you

for taking care of me that day.

Since that day,

you have grown in stature

in my mind.

I am a grown-up.

You're right.

By the way, if you wish to return to the Hua Mansion in Jinque Street,

I will speak to father tomorrow.

No need.

I'm used to living in my old house in the western suburbs

and I have my own people there.

So there's no safer place than there.

You're right.

Your place is now impenetrable against assassins.

Your Highness.

If there's nothing else, I'll be off.

Your face is sweating.

Your Highness.

Don't get me wrong.

I just like it fair.

I will not judge your personal preferences.

Well,

I'll get going then.

Thank you.

(Ambitious)

Big news.

Big news.

This is too much.

Prince Ying is too much.

This is no longer a surprise.

When I was confined in Shoukang Palace, he had all the time he needed

to make his case.

Moreover, given the position of the Hua family

in the hearts of the people, what harm would it do if he got ahead?

Certainly not.

See?

Princess Hua is finally back after recuperating in the palace.

Yes.

She was pampered in the palace, while Prince Ying was on the move

to advocate.

The contrast is too obvious.

So who are you going to support then?

I heard that the Hua family will fight in a war again.

This won't do.

We've already won. So why start a war?

It's better to live in peace.

Do you hear that, Miss?

Prince Ying also said that all the men who fought at the border

should return and reunite with their families.

I was actually moved by him, Miss.

I can't believe that he has such an insight.

All the civil officials behind him

are in favour of bringing down the Hua family.

I think it's normal for him to act this way,

but

it's not clear whether he'll win or not.

His Majesty will give us the test tomorrow.

We still have a chance.

This is outrageous!

I've set up a special place to accommodate the envoy meeting.

How dare you drive the people out so harshly?

Do you know your mistake?

Your Majesty, I'm wronged.

I have told them many times to speak nicely to the residents

and not to start a dispute.

Minister Yao.

What did you tell them?

Why did this slip up?

Your Majesty.

I did the same as Minister Tian.

I've made it clear to them.

Anyone who moves out voluntarily

is subsidised three times with silver

and the subsidy policy is stated very clearly.

Even farmland is subject to the terms of the subsidy.

What about those who don't want to move out voluntarily?

It was only when I sent my watchdogs to investigate secretly

that I found out your deeds.

I have just promised my ancestors at the ceremony

to be kind to people.

You...

Look what you've done.

Don't you feel sorry for your ancestors, the people and God?

Your Majesty, please calm down.

Your Majesty, please calm down.

Your Majesty, please calm down.

Where is Princess Hua?

Outside the hall.

Summon her.

His Majesty summoned Princess Hua.

Greetings, Your Majesty.

Princess Hua.

The great victory of the state of Jin over Jinpo

was a rare event in a century.

The envoy meeting is an important event

that reflects the prestige of our state.

This was the reason for the election of the Ceremonial Officer

and my decision to set up a place to receive the envoys.

Unfortunately, the Minister of Revenue has done

such a ridiculous job of relocating the people.

So I can only appoint Prince Ying and you to put this matter to rest.

Father.

What about the test?

This can also be

the test.

Great.

So do your best.

Leave this matter to me.

I will do my best.

Prince Ying is diligent and righteous, but not as wise.

So, you should help Prince Ying.

Yes, master.

Mother, I'm hungry.

- Miss. - I'm hungry.

This is the area set out by His Majesty.

It is near the north of the Imperial City and bordering Jinque Street.

It was chosen to receive the envoys because, firstly,

it can show the prestige of our state and, secondly, it also reflects

our liberal orientation.

Wasn't every household compensated?

How come there are so many refugees?

There were communication problems.

It's right next to the Imperial City, which is a prime location

for slackers.

Even if they were given three times the silver,

they wouldn't move unless they were offered a place to go.

Let's check it out.

All right.

What do you think?

Isn't this a nice shed I have built?

Not bad.

But don't get me wrong.

I just accept the shed, not you.

I know you have ulterior motives, but right now

I just want to focus on my career.

I'm trying to take down Hua Liuli.

The enemy of my enemy is my friend.

Princess Jiamin.

You got it wrong.

Hua Liuli and I are just opponents, not enemies.

I'll have the shed torn down, believe it or not.

Look at your little temper.

However, it does appeal to me a bit.

Keep it up.

I'm going to help.

Is this how your state made peace with Jinpo?

How dare you handcuff me!

(Jinpo's general, A'Wa) I'll report you.

I will definitely report you!

Brother.

All the prisoners here are from Jinpo.

Which area are you from?

I am A'Wa, the son of General A'Wu of Jinpo.

I like soybean paste. [*Homophone of "General"]

You can dip onion in it.

He is General A'Wa.

General.

General A'Wa.

How did you get caught up here?

I want to see Hua Liuli.

She is a vicious woman.

Princess Hua is not as vicious as you say she is.

Yes, general.

Don't be so gloomy.

This prison is actually a good place.

Yes.

At least it's clean.

Yes.

What have you guys been through in this state?

Yuansu.

I asked you here to help me with the administration, not to drink tea

and slack off.

Father,

you are still young.

What do you mean by that?

So don't expect too much from me.

I'm still young.

Nonsense.

Since you are so idle, why don't you help me read the memorials

and give me suggestions?

If you ask for my opinion, I can only say that

most of these memorials are full of nonsense.

This is what you requested,

for each person to provide daily feedback.

And now,

they write every trivial matter in the memorial.

Although the whole state has prospered under your rule

and it's impossible for events to happen every day, but these people

can't even write a journal to flatter you.

That's a problem of competence.

Fine.

Since you don't want to help, please leave.

Don't be an eyesore here.

All right.

Then I'll go and monitor Yuanhao and Princess Hua.

Wait.

Do you have any other orders?

Let Yuanhao

and Hua Liuli handle it on their own

since you don't want to run for the election.

As you said before, since you are not interested with Princess Hua,

don't get involved.

A'Wa, the general of Jinpo, has been captured here.

Interrogate him.

All right.

Father.

Rest when it's time to rest.

If you don't want to read the memorials, just have them sent to me.

I'll play chess with you another day.

Miss.

Miss.

Miss.

What now?

I heard that... I heard that... I heard that... What is it?

I heard that A'Wa has been taken to the State of Jin.

That means the envoy meeting is about to begin.

Yes.

The queue at Prince Ying's shack is quite long.

They are giving out free porridge.

Even the non-refugees are queuing up.

They call him big boss.

Everyone praises him.

Not only that, they speak ill of you everywhere.

This is too much!

We're obviously overpowered.

Then he's really impressive.

Miss.

Why aren't you worried at all?

What's the point?

Done.

Yuan Wei.

Assist your delicate and beautiful master.

All right.

(Pretentious Hour)

Hurry up.

Brother.

Brother.

Nice to see you two.

Wait.

You two aren't being followed by the soldiers, are you?

No, brother.

Don't worry, brother.

We got rid of those soldiers a hundred thousand miles away.

Good.

Why do you look thinner than me?

Brother.

Is there anything to eat?

Yes.

Wait.

This is the last one left.

You two can have it.

We were never able to complete the mission.

So we couldn't go back home.

Brother.

I kind of miss the prison food in the State of Jin.

Me, too.

This...

Listen.

You guys are surrounded.

Get out now!

We can finally eat in jail.

What?

We can finally eat!

♪ A new song is played by my fingers ♪

♪ I can't talk or sleep under the moon ♪

♪ I'm missing someone walking around the pavilion ♪

♪ I can hardly tell anyone ♪

♪ Who will be in this mortal ♪

♪ Know my heart and how I cry without showing anyone ♪

♪ The memory has gone ♪

♪ Whose face is showing in my dream ♪

♪ How many times do I need to go through this ♪

♪ Crying alone in front of the window ♪

♪ Hearing the rain last night ♪

♪ But my heart will not change ♪

♪ The clouds are being covered by the shadow of the moon ♪

♪ Who is rolling up the sleeve with the wind ♪

♪ Not worried about the grudges but for the ones not around ♪

♪ Telling my sorrowfulness in Fengyi Pavilion ♪

♪ But it's a shame a few autumns have passed ♪

♪ It's hard to balance between the world and the one we love ♪

♪ The clouds are being covered by the shadow of the moon ♪

♪ I'm waiting while turning back ♪

♪ I sighed as the old days are no longer here anymore ♪

♪ How many worries are there ♪

♪ How many of us can grow old together ♪

♪ I wish you can have the world and the one you love ♪

♪ I wish you can have the world and the one you love ♪