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221BC

Qin Shihuang unified 7 countries.

He commanded the curator, Duan Mu Ji,

to be reclused at a secret location and build Tian Luo Palace,

where the secrets of the unified nations of the Qin dynasty are hidden.

This underground palace stretched hundreds of miles.

There are many traps and secret tunnels.

Duan Mu Ji created 3 magical treasures for Tian Luo Palace.

Soul Bead was formed by the blood of the holy bird.

Sword of War came from the soul of a meteorite.

Phoenix Mirror hid the biggest secrets of unifying China.

The combination of these 3 magical treasures will reveal the secrets of unifying China.

210 BC

Qin Shihuang died.

Duan Mu Ji mysteriously disappeared.

Tian Luo Palace became a secret no one can touch.

According to folktales, only a person from Duan Mu origin can find the Soul Bead.

700 years later - Open Tian Luo Palace.

420 BC, China entered Northern and Southern Dynasties.

North and South fought year after year.

Northen Qi and Northern Zhou battled for many years.

The citizens suffered tremendously.

According to rumors, the Soul Bead appeared at Da Si Kong mansion in Zhou.

Duan Mu Lian of Qi changed her name to Yuan Qing Suo and entered Zhou,

waiting for the chance to steal the Soul Bead.

Qing Suo, succeed or fail this time is up to you.

Pay attention. In front is Yao Guang palace.

Wait until it's more calm. Don't make any mistakes.

This is Yuwen Yong,

his Majesty's younger brother.

Qing Suo, the person you're dealing with this time is him.

The main goal at the palace banquet

is you must find a way to win his heart.

Afterwards, enter Da Si Kong mansion.

Win his trust.

Report his actions to the Chancellor.

Auntie, are you sure Soul Bead is still at Da Si Kong mansion?

I'm sure.

The handkerchiefs of other maidens are stitched with lotus flowers, peony, love birds, and butterflies.

Why is yours stitched with 2 fireflies?

Please return the handkerchief.

Qing Suo

Greetings Your Majesty

Sao Madam rise

Your Majesty, please return my handkerchief.

Are you Sao's niece, Qing Suo?

OK, if you can answer my question,

I'll return your handkerchief.

Your Majesty, it's only a handkerchief.

It's fine.

Although the firefly is tiny and unremarkable, it also has its spirituality.

Could it be your Majesty hasn't heard of that poem?

Soaring like a star falling; like trees growing flowers

Rejecting doubts that fire gods are shining a pearl to appear in the night.

Accidentally meeting a monarch ascending in splendor, not coveting this frivolous life.

Qing Suo, don't be disrespectful.

It's fine.

I'm very satisfied with her response.

Especially the verse: "Accidentally meeting a monarch ascending in splendor, not coveting this frivolous life."

Your Majesty, I'm done with the preparations.

Your Majesty, please go to the garden.

Madam Sao

Your Majesty

Here, Da Si Khong.

His Majesty doesn't seem focused today. Is there a problem?

I met Qing Suo today.

She's clever and cheerful.

I heard Qing Suo's dance is bewitching.

I'm anxious and restless to see Qing Suo's dance.

Thank you your Majesty.

This isn't...Here she comes

Oh no, can his Majesty be moved already?

My plot worked.

Let's see what you're up to.

Qing Suo is definitely from the heavens.

Elder Brother, Qing Suo is bewitching.

great dancing skills

I have 1 request.

Your Majesty definitely is keen.

Qing Suo is of marriageable age.

Today, I told Qing Suo to perform

with the intention to choose a husband for her.

The heavens doesn't disappoint a good soul, allowing to meet a good person.

Because I'm bold, please your Majesty be the matchmaker for Qing Suo and grant her marriage to Fourth brother.

This request is dependent upon Qing Suo's and my brother's opinions.

Maybe by having Qing Suo as my wife,

I'll be fortunate for 3 generations.

That's good everyone agrees.

Your Majesty granting the marriage is a good favor for me.

Your Majesty please issue a decree.

Of course I want to marry a pretty, fairy-like girl like Qing Suo for a wife.

But on condition

What's the condition?

If I knew earlier this was going to happen today, I wouldn't have done that a while ago.

Maybe Chancellor forgot, right?

A year ago, you and your Majesty agreed to let me marry princess Ashina from Tu Jue.

The wedding will be in a few days.

Of course I love Qing Suo wholeheartedly

but this situation affects Zhou if I take Qing Suo as my wife now.

Everyone knows the tolerant reputation of Princess Ashina.

Maybe the Princess won't cancel the wedding due to this situation

and cause a war between 2 countries.

You're correct.

Qing Suo is your niece.

If she becomes a concubine, she would be at a disadvantaged.

If we follow protocol, I'm afraid it wouldn't benefit the nation.

Qing Suo accept.

Qing Suo heard about your chivalrous and broad-minded reputation.

Today, not only did I see extraordinary manners

but also a person who's thoughtful of the nation and shows concerns for its welfare.

In front of you,

of course I can't think only of myself to affect the peace of both sides.

Therefore, even if I'm your concubine,

I happily accept.

If that's the case, everyone will be happy.

Everyone can be happy.

Good, Qing Suo and my brother have voiced their thoughts.

Your Majesty issue a decree

drink a bowl of celebration wine with your brother and Qing Suo

OK

Fourth brother and Qing Suo are a couple made in heaven.

Of course I'll fulfill this request.

Yuan Tai Shi

Here

When is a good day?

Your Majesty, I've already calculated

there'll be a fortunate aura in 3 days.

It's a day that's rarely seen in 100 years.

If Da Si Kong marries on that day,

not only will the organization be peaceful, but the nation will also be prosperous.

Your Majesty, though 3 days seem rushed

If we can't let Qing Suo be a main wife

I, of course, can't let her be at a disadvantaged.

I'm determined

to celebrate a dignified wedding.

ok. The wedding ceremony will be in 3 days.

Thank you Your Majesty.

The Chancellor arrives!

Very pretty. You look like a bride.

The other day, your behavior at the garden was very good.

Your aunt's impression wasn't wrong.

Do you remember your mission?

Monitor Yuwen Yong. Don't be exposed.

Find the Soul Bead.

Having the Soul Bead, the world is peaceful.

Having the Sword of War, the dynasty is stable for centuries.

You can become the Emperor if you have the Soul Bead.

You only need the Sword of War to protect your dynasty forever.

2 unique magical treasures second to none.

How many people dreamt to have those 2 treasures.

Those 2 treasures have caused how many deaths.

It's not easy to acquire the Soul Bead and War Sword.

Don't act impulsively.

First thing is to be a good concubine for Yuwen Yong.

hold Yuwen Yong's heart tightly

I'll handle the rest.

Yes

Fourth Brother, what are you doing now?

Waiting for me to return?

They seem to be a pair.

They appear very happy.

Just like us.

Xiao Lian

What's wrong?

Open your mouth and let me see, Xiao Lian.

Xiao Lian

Only you can make this happen.

Are you saying

I'm a crazy woman from the horse's stable?

Then I'm going to learn well from now on

to become an excellent princess whom you won't be ashamed of.

You are Princess of LanLing King in my heart.

Fourth Brother, this is my most important object.

I'm giving this to you.

Xiao Lian, why?

Fourth Brother, You know

I'm the only descendant of Duan Mu sect.

I have to get the Soul Bead for the Duan Mu Sect.

I have to accomplish this mission.

Xiao Lian, this isn't something a lady should be burdened with.

I'll take care of everything.

Promise me. Don't put yourself in danger. /Fourth Brother

I've already said

that I have to be a lady who can intelligently stand by your side.

Therefore, I'm determined not to give up.

Xiao Lian, it really doesn't have to be that way.

The situation now is wonderful.

I only wish

you become a happy, simple lady.

You and I together forever.

Riding horses on the green fields.

That is sufficient.

I also wish to be by your side forever.

Riding horses on the endless fields.

That's why, Fourth Brother,

you must wait for me.

I don't want to marry Yuwen Yong.

I don't want to live a life like that.

I only wish to be by your side.

Master, it's midday, why

Master, master

Master, what are you doing?

You don't need to worry about me.

Doing your task well is fine.

Remember. After the wedding ceremony,

try to lure Yuwen Yong back to the wedding room.

You must keep him there until midnight.

Master, I don't understand why I must keep him there until midnight.

Yuwen Hu is only a chess person.

Right now, we're using him to get you into Da Si Kong mansion.

Afterwards, he's beyond us.

Don't you want to act quickly to get the Soul Bead and return to Qi state?

Of course I want to return to Qi state.

Master, I only need to stall until midnight?

I only need you to keep Yuwen Yong in the wedding room.

I'll have others search Da Si Kong mansion.

We must find the Soul Bead.

But Yuwen Yong is cunning.

I have a way.

In short, remember carefully

to keep Yuwen Yong in the wedding room.

Past midnight, regard it as you've accomplished your task.

Only when we get the Soul Bead,

help Gao Changgong win the empire,

can you become Princess of LanLing.

Yes, I'll definitely succeed.

Yuwen Yong isn't a simple person.

Looking at his eyes shows he's cunning.

I better figure out a way to protect myself.

Congratulations, congratulations

Thank you, thank you

His Majesty arrives!

Greetings, Your Majesty!

Long live Your Majesty! Long live Prime Minister!

Everyone rise.

Thank you Your Majesty.

Chancellor, Sao Madam

Not bad. You look like a groom.

Thank you Your Majesty

Fourth Brother, today is your wedding day.

It's a major event.

Don't forget the royal family tradition to have many sons.

Chancellor is mocking.

This isn't the court. We're related.

It's only proper we reference each other as brothers.

You're correct.

We're family. No need to be formal.

Yes

Greetings Your Majesty, Chancellor, My Lord.

The bridal carriage is at the front door.

Normally, Fourth brother is usually intelligent.

Why are you so silly today?

Why aren't you greeting the bridal carriage?

Yes

Your Majesty

Elder Brother

Miss, please exit the carriage.

Miss, Da Si Kong came to greet you.

Please exit the carriage.

It's good you're happy. I like seeing you smile.

I don't want to see you cry.

Let's begin

First bow to the King.

Second bow to the parents.

Third bow to each other.

Go to the wedding room.

Reporting to Madam, most of the guests are drinking wine in the hall.

Based on what I saw, it's according to your prediction.

This is a good opportunity to attack.

Keep this carefully by your side.

The Soul Bead interacting with this blood will activate.

At midnight, enter Da Si Kong mansion.

Follow what I've arranged.

Only act when it's midnight.

Remember. You must act in 1 hour.

Get the Soul Bead for me.

Yes

Remember. Don't lose the bottle of blood you're carrying.

Tonight, the wine is especially flavorful.

I've already made all plans.

Maybe I can stall him until midnight.

Fourth Brother, you're drunk.

Your Majesty, I'm not drunk.

Where's Madam Sao?

Move

I want to drink 1 more bowl of wine with Madam Sao to express my appreciation.

She isn't feeling well. She has already returned home.

Fourth Brother, today is your wedding day.

It's important to drink wine, but don't forget the person waiting inside for you.

That's right. I'll leave immediately.

My Lord

Your Majesty, Chancellor

I apologize for my Lord.

Chancellor, it seems if we stay here

Fourth brother won't be able to host us.

Let's return early and rest.

I agree. Your Majesty

Chancellor

Send-off the King, send-off Chancellor

yes

goodbye Your Majesty, goodbye Chancellor

Lord

Take me to my wedding room

yes

Elder brother said there's someone waiting for me

Right, Lord.

Slowly Lord. Be careful not to fall.

Slowly

Lord

I'm leaving

My wife, I'm here.

My wife, why are you suddenly coughing when you see me?

My wife, has anyone said you're as pretty as a fairy?

Well?

This is the wedding room I prepared for you.

Are you satisfied?

I really like this mist.

My wife, you smell very nice.

I have a fragrance too.

It's obvious I blew out the drowsy mist.

Why isn't he asleep?

Could this product be an antidote for drowsiness?

My wife, don't be shy anymore.

You're very sneaky.

Don't come over here anymore.

My wife really understands my taste.

Want to drink wine?

OK. I'll drink with you.

You...what are you doing?!

Untie me!

My wife, why did you tie yourself up like that?

Untie me!

My wife, you smell very nice.

Move! Move!

Come here. Let's mate first.

My wife, what's this?

You underestimated me.

If you're wed into Da Shi Kong mansion,

You can come, but you can't leave!

Hey, let me tell you.

Everyday, you're like a fly.

Flying around and sighing in my ears.

I really want to squat you on the wall.

Keep frowning your brows.

After a while, you'll get wrinkles.

Is that so?

What are you worried about all day?

Looking at you makes me anxious.

I'm worried about our Lord.

What's there to worry about with our Lord?

On the wedding night,

Not right. I must go see.

You can't. Lord doesn't want you to worry anymore.

You're too much.

It's like, "The King isn't rushed but his Eunuch is."

wait! I want to go to!

It's almost time. What's the situation?

Can't appear yet.

We've searched most areas, except 1.

Wedding room

Right, wedding room. Let's go!

Release me!

It appears you can't bear to be far from me.

There are windows on both sides. Behind is the main door.

You chose not to leave.

I advise you. If you really don't want to leave,

obediently sleep with me.

It'll be easier to explain to others tomorrow.

Don't come over here! Move out of the way!

Move! move!

Put me down! Put me down!

Lord! Are you OK?

If you don't want to be exposed, don't scream.

Just fooling around. There's no problem.

Leave!

Also,

If you hear any noise, don't enter.

Hurry, let's go!

Put me down! Put me down!

Give it back!

Qing Suo, you're very bold.

On our wedding day, you carry a handkerchief given by another lover.

Give it back!

If you're willing to tell me

why you risk your life to enter Da Si Kong mansion,

I'll return your handkerchief.

If not, I'll tell everyone tomorrow

you weren't chaste!

Let's see how they condemn you!

Everyone said Da Si Kong is generous

and very understanding of women.

Why don't you guess

why I want to be wed into Da Si Kong mansion?

So....now you know you're being investigated.

You know how to plea nicely?

You steal other people's things.

I have to see

what's it's like to tame a lame horse like you.

Look. How about that?

No matter how strong the horse is.

It has to submit to me.

You...what are you doing?

Horse can lose steam. Release me!

Release me!...Sometimes I lose

You should obediently sleep with me.

Release me!

What do you want to do?!

What are you sighing about?

I already told you

Stretching my neck so I can breathe comfortably

You've already seen our Lord is fooling around

What's there not to relax about?

Right. What else can't I relax about?

Who's that?!

Assassins! Guards!

Protect our Lord!

Capture them alive!

Lord, they're dead.

Immediately inform the Chancellor Da Si Kong mansion was attacked.

Yes

What? The enemies have already attacked that quickly?

Did Da Si Kong mansion lose anything?

I heard it hasn't lost anything

Who could be that malicious to attack

in the middle of the night on Qing Suo's wedding night?

Could it be...

Quickly block the gate. Capture the leader of the enemies.

Don't dismiss any suspicious people.

Yes

The Chancellor ordered to close the gate!

My Lord

Speak

We've searched all over.

Can't find anyone suspicious.

I've checked all the dead bodies.

The fabric of their clothes is ordinary.

Their weapons are also the ones commonly made by the blacksmiths.

There's no items that's peculiar.

Based on their age and condition, we can assume

they're very well trained assassins.

I've carefully investigated these assassins.

Maybe we can guess

they didn't leave the option to live.

How can there be such assassins?

Not leaving the option to save your own life?

Can they be the King's men,

wanting to harm you but failed?

Lord, we can't be off-guard

But harming Lord

is undoubtedly to weaken lord's power.

Goong wasn't stable the day the King was crowned.

Plus the lesson the last Emperor taught Min Emperor.

Maybe he won't risk taking actions.

Can it be the people from Qi?

Qi

Qi and Zhou are constantly fighting.

The battlefield is still intense. It's definitely out of their reach.

We should talk about the hidden people

in Chang An who haven't been exposed.

Hard to have an opportune day.

Overall, there's no clue.

We don't know who the leader of the plot is.

It's not clear.

We've never had a case this difficult.

Open the city gate.

Tell all those sent outside to return.

Lord, we're not investigating anymore?

It seems someone else is more impatient than us. Go.

You've overheard everything?

As soon as your obedient niece arrived at Da Si Kong mansion,

it immediately has assassins.

It's absolutely not caused by Qing Suo.

You're my husband so I'll be frank.

A few years ago, you tried to attain power

and harmed many people.

This time looks like

the vengeance of some bold people attacking in the dark to harm you

or it could be like Yin Bao said, it's the King.

Did Qing Suo do it or not?

Only she knows clearly.

You're implying...

Bring her here for me.

I want to know the truth.

Speak. What have you heard?

I followed Yin Bao and Yin Hu

Indeed as we guessed,

Prime Minister took those bodies and hid them.

Ordered Yin Hu and Yin Bao to investigate the schemes of these assassins and find the leader.

Afterwards, Yin Hu and Yin Bao returned to the Chancellor mansion.

They couldn't find any clues.

The assassins weren't sent by the Chancellor

Your Majesty guessed beforehand?

It's not guessing

but I know the Chancellor of Zhou, my elder brother.

When the Chancellor performs a task, no one can complain.

I also think it's strange.

Who sent these assassins?

Why didn't they leave any clues?

The Chancellorr's Yin Hu

has an interrogation method everyone knows about.

Maybe he's acting.

Otherwise, the quick actions of these assassins

and their meticulous plans show they aren't ordinary people.

What about other areas?

The 4 gates are closed. The Chancellor's troops have searched everywhere all day.

They can't find anyone suspicious or any suspicious plots.

That's strange.

These assassins didn't plan to kill.

They didn't retreat.

Sometimes appear, sometimes disappear.

Only leaving some useless bodies.

Da Si Kong is normally weak.

He doesn't have any enemies who would insist on taking his life.

Can those assassins have other intentions?

You want to say this incident has to do with the Soul Bead?

Having the Soul Bead, the world is peaceful.

Having the Sword of War, the dynasty is stable for centuries.

Who doesn't want the Soul Bead?

But I feel

the appearance of the assassins are too coincidental.

You mean...

I suspect Qing Suo has the capability to collude with the assassins.