Original subtitles

=Sword and Fairy 1=

=Episode 12=

Your Highness,

This Sacred Spiritual Bead shares the same origin with the Five Spiritual Beads.

It was also given to me by my mother

to find the other Spiritual Beads.

The Five Spiritual Beads?

Are you willing to join me in searching for the Spiritual Beads?

Join you...

What's going on?

It seems like all my injuries have healed.

Strange.

I also feel filled with strength.

Your Highness,

we will depart in two days.

If you still decide to stay after two days,

please give me the Earth Spiritual Bead.

The Five Spiritual Beads

are the only hope for saving Nanzhao.

Ling'er!

Ling'er!

Xiaoyao,

how are you feeling now?

Pretty good, look how fast I can run.

That Gluttony Demon Worm

absorbed the Red Ghost King's power of a century,

so you could recover so quickly.

It really was the Gluttony Demon Worm.

No wonder.

When I woke up this morning, I felt refreshed.

Not only have the internal injuries from fighting the Red Ghost King

mostly healed,

but my cultivation has also significantly advanced.

Even so,

you must not be careless.

You still need to rest for two more days to consolidate your cultivation

before you can fully utilize the power of the Gluttony Demon Worm.

I understand.

I'll properly cultivate.

Once I'm fully recovered,

we'll set off for Nanzhao together.

Ling'er,

as a descendant of Nuwa, you have your own mission.

You're destined not to live as you wish,

never able to be

an ordinary person.

Xiaoyao,

what are your plans

after you escort me to Nanzhao?

Me?

Of course, I'll roam the martial world, upholding justice,

just like my name suggests,

living a carefree life.

Ling'er,

we've stayed in Baihe Fort for too long.

Now that we're finally leaving,

thinking about the world outside,

I really can't wait.

(Carefree...)

(Right.)

(That's the life Xiaoyao has always longed for.)

Ling'er,

when the time comes,

let's travel to every corner of the world together.

Xiaoyao, you've just recovered from your injury.

Let's head back quickly.

Sure.

Let's go.

Ling'er, look how fast I can run.

Ling'er, hurry up and follow.

Miss Fairy,

why won't you tell Li Xiaoyao the truth?

I can't.

The world knows too little about the descendants of Nuwa.

If people saw my form,

they would surely label me as a snake demon.

Xiaoyao would definitely try to protect me,

but I fear

he would end up

disgraced like Physician Han

and the Ghost General,

or even get hurt.

So you choose not to tell them

and let Li Xiaoyao and the others

accompany you in search of the Spiritual Beads?

The path to find the Spiritual Beads is fraught with danger.

Xiaoyao, Yueru,

and Mr. Liu

have already faced death several timesbecause of me.

How can I be so selfish

to let them continue to face danger?

Miss Fairy,

but you're...

You're...

Xiaoyao has already

lost his memories from the Fairy Island.

Now it's easier

for him to be a hero.

If he knew about this,

he would carry too many burdens

and could no longer freely be a hero.

Miss Fairy,

are you really going to leave Li Xiaoyao

and go on your own?

Why is it so hard

to be an ordinary person?

Before,

when I faced difficulties,

I had Master, Grandma,

and Xiaoyao.

But now,

I don't know

what to do anymore.

How can one have it all in life?

Miss Fairy,

I know you have your own considerations,

but

no matter what,

I will always stand by your side

and accompany you always.

Thank you,

Little Stone.

Why doesn't Ling'er

come with us to find the Spiritual Beads?

This place is so boring,

nothing fun at all.

What's there to miss?

I'm talking to you. Didn't you hear me?

Maybe,

Her Highness has someone she doesn't want to leave.

Who? How do you know?

I...

guessed.

Anyway, Ling'er is the Princess of Nanzhao.

She will surely join me in searching for the Spiritual Beads.

Baihe suffered from great disaster this time,

with corpse demons rampant,

causing numerous deaths and injuries.

But all of us in Baihe

were united

and determined,

ultimately protecting the peace here.

This first drink

is to the brothers we've lost.

This second drink

is to my father.

My father

sacrificed himself

to seal the Blood Pool.

The third drink

is to all of you.

Without your help,

Baihe's crisis

could have been catastrophic.

Now that the corpse demons are vanquished,

nearby villagers have started to inquire,

wishing to reconnect with Baihe Village.

The long-abandoned dock is back in operation.

On behalf of the villagers, I thank all of you.

Thank you.

Chief,

now that Baihe Fort is at peace,

you and the Second Chief should...

- Celebrate with a wedding feast! - A wedding feast!

- A wedding feast! - A wedding feast!

Stop it, stop it.

Shaoyun and I will continue

to fulfill our duty as tomb guardians,

protecting Baihe Fort,

and ensuring peace for all.

Honor our pledge,

remaining silent.

Faithfully serve our duties,

even with death at our door.

Honor our pledge,

remaining silent.

Faithfully serve our duties,

even with death at our door.

Honor our pledge,

remaining silent.

Faithfully serve our duties,

even with death at our door.

Honor our pledge...

Scholar,

savage girl,

I don't know when we'll meet again after this parting.

What?

You're leaving?

I plan to depart for Nanzhao with Ling'er tomorrow.

You've helped us a lot these days.

Thank you.

It's a pity, a pity.

Time flies so quickly.

I've just gotten to know Mr. Li and Miss Zhao,

and now we must part.

It's hard to let go.

Li Xiaoyao,

before we part, I want to...

Ling'er!

Ling'er!

Ling'er, Ling'er,

have you made up your mind?

Tomorrow we're setting off.

Do you want to join us in searching for the Five Spiritual Beads?

What Five Spiritual Beads?

I see.

You're the reason

Ling'er wants to stay.

You think you're worthy?

Xiaoyao.

This is A'nu,

my good friend from Nanzhao,

and her guard, Tang Yu.

This is Yueru

and Mr. Liu.

They're all my good friends.

Since you are Ling'er's friend,

I won't take it personally.

I knew why this voice sounded familiar.

So, you're that bratty girl from Lantern Tavern.

It's you. Well, it's a small world.

Ling'er, we shouldn't hang out with these people.

What do you mean by "these people"?Tell me.

- Yueru. Yueru. - Exactly, "these people".

Stop arguing.

Stop it, stop it.

Since we've all fortunately met here,

let's make tonight like that night at Lantern Tavern.

We're not going home until we're drunk.

Good idea.

Li Xiaoyao,

I'll challenge you again before you leave.

Always wanting to fight, aren't you tired?

Are you scared, Li Xiaoyao?

I'm scared.

If you're scared, then we must fight.

- Li Xiaoyao, wait! - Fight! It'll be more fun that way.

Wait!

I'm coming!

Wait, Li Xiaoyao!

- Scholar, look at your cousin. - Li Xiaoyao!

Jinyuan, why are you coming up here?

- Stop, stop fighting! - Come here!

Teach your cousin a lesson.

- Come here, Li Xiaoyao! - Let's eat, let's eat.

- Battle with me! - No!

If you don't, you're a coward.

Then I'm a coward.

The food is getting cold.

Don't hide behind him, okay?

I want to hide behind him. I won't battle.

Confucius said not fighting makes you a good girl.

You savage girl!

Don't fight.

You were defeated by me.

Look at them.

- Don't speak while eating. - Coward.

- I won't battle. - Yes, you will.

Well, Yueru.

- I won't battle. - Will you or will you not?

What can you do about it?

- Dare to hit me? - Jinyuan, don't get in the way.

Why are you hiding here alone?

Afraid I'd come to settle scores?

Try this. It's delicious.

Thanks, My Lady.

What's the name of the tune you were playing just now?

It's a song a friend used to sing

when I was a child.

Let me give it a try.

It's too difficult.

You shouldn't eat anymore.

Play it for me in the future.

Good morning, Yueru.

Jinyuan, how did you approach so quietly?

You startled me.

What's troubling you so early in the morning?

I'm not thinking about anything.

I'm just enjoying the view here.

Having stayed in Baihe Fort for a few days,

I've just realized how beautiful it is here.

It's just a pity

that we have to leave.

I've grown quite fond of this place.

We're only half a day's journey from Suzhou City.

If you're reluctant to leave,

we can always come back anytime.

It's not the same.

How so?

It's my first time

seeing you so dispirited, Yueru.

What troubles could I possibly have?

My biggest worry before

was my dad pressuring me to get married.

Now

that's resolved.

I'm more carefree and happy than ever.

Perhaps I've been overthinking.

Yueru,

if you ever have any troubles in the future,

you can always talk to me.

I have a friend.

A friend?

A friend of mine met a new friend.

At first,

she really disliked that friend.

But after spending more time together, she realized

that friend had some good qualities.

Over time,

she even started to think

having such a troublemaker to argue around

wasn't so bad.

Forget it, forget it.

I don't even know what I'm talking about.

Yueru, you don't know, but I do.

That person simply wants to figure out

what her feelings really are towards that friend.

What are those feelings?

You want to hear my honest opinion?

Those feelings

are called ''liking''.

Liking?

Does that person also like your friend?

How would I know?

Of course, I don't know.

Then, what should my friend

do next?

Tell your friend

to look clearly into her heart.

As for what to do,

it's up to her.

Tang Yu.

Tang Yu, Tang Yu.

Why can't I ever play this leaf whistle?

You have no talent.

Are you saying I am dumb?

Yes.

Don't underestimate me.

Ling'er!

Ling'er!

Ling'er, I used the Sacred Spiritual Bead

to sense the location of the Wind Spiritual Bead.

It's in the northwest direction.

I had Tang Yu ask the Chief,

and she said that is Yangzhou City.

I've calculated.

If we leave now,

we should arrive by tonight.

You...

Let's

set off together.

Ling'er,

have you decided?

Ling'er has decided.

Let's go.

Let's go!

If I like him,

the side with the character

will be up.

I knew it.

It was just my imagination.

I don't like him at all.

I'll flip it one more time.

Where did it go?

Why should I let a coin

decide my feelings?

Whether or not I have feelings for Li Xiaoyao,

he already has someone he likes.

Besides, Ling'er is my friend.

What am I thinking?

I value friendship above all.

Nothing is more important than a true friend.

Oh, no.

Ling'er is leaving.

I can't let this happen. I must tell Li Xiaoyao.

Sir, hurry, set sail.

I need to catch up to that boat.

That one's heading to Yangzhou City.

This one goes to Suzhou City.

I can't make it.

What about other boats?

This small dock only has a few boats.

You'll have to wait until tomorrow.

Sir, it's really urgent.

How much do I need to pay you to go to Yangzhou City?

I really can't go there.

Sir.

I'm chartering this boat.

So much money!

Miss, please get on the boat.

We'll go to Suzhou City now.

Wait.

Miss, any other instructions?

I'll follow them exactly.

I don't want to go to Suzhou City anymore.

I suddenly want to go to Yangzhou City for a bowl of noodles.

But...

I'll give you more money once we arrive in Yangzhou City.

Alright, whatever you say.

Li,

Yueru,

in this heavy rain,

I was afraid I wouldn't catch up with you.

Li, your bag.

Scholar.

Stop fussing and let's go.

You...

I just suddenly wanted to go to Yangzhou for a bowl of noodles.

Is that wrong?

The more people, the more strength.

We'll accompany you to bring Miss Ling'er back.

Thank you.

(Yangzhou City)

Hurry up.

Candied haws!

Look, look!

Steaming hot soup dumplings!

I want to fly a kite too.

Sweet osmanthus cake!

Out of the way.

Hunma cakes here!

Don't force me to beat you in front of Ling'er.

Sweet osmanthus cake! Red bean cake!Hunma cake!

Tang Yu! Where are your manners?

You look extraordinary.

You must be here for the Treasure Appraisal Gathering.

Treasure Appraisal Gathering?

What's that?

You don't know that?

This Treasure Appraisal Gathering

is the most important event in Yangzhou City.

All treasures from Yangzhou are gathered in the Treasure Pavilion

for the nobles to admire and appraise.

Ling'er, it sounds fun.

I'm telling you.

You can't stop me this time.

With so many treasures at such a gathering,

maybe the Spiritual...

Sir, may I ask

where is the gathering held?

I happen to head there myself.

I'll lead the way for you.

- Thank you. - Please.

Ling'er,

have you ever seen such an insubordinate guard?

Sweet osmanthus cake! Red bean cake!

Hunma cake!

(Treasure Pavilion)

Right.

This is the Secretary General.

Ladies and gentlemen.

Ladies and gentlemen.

I am the Secretary General of the Prefectural Governor.

Yangzhou is facing a severe drought, which hasn't been seen in a century.

Thousands of miles of land are parched,

and the people are suffering.

The Governor has organized this Treasure Appraisal Gathering

to encourage wealthy families to practice virtue

and raise funds for disaster relief.

The Governor also sets an example

by donating

his own cherished treasures for auction,

with all proceeds going to disaster relief.

(List of Treasures) The rare treasures listed here

are brought by the gentry and tycoons from the Jiangnan region.

(Heavenly Earthly) With so many treasures gathered,

this opportunity is extremely rare.

If you're a treasure enthusiast,

(Heavenly: Lustrous and Eye-Catching) you really shouldn't miss out.

Why is there no picture

for this last item?

I've heard

it's a rare bead.

A bead.

A bead?

Let's hurry inside then. Come on.

Please present your invitation.

Miss, those not presenting treasures

must have an invitation to enter.

What invitation?

Look.

That one in his hand.

Anyone who donates a thousand guan to charity can get an invitation.

Three thousand guan is way too much.

We don't have that much money.

Guys,

come this way.

Come.

Guys,

(Invitation) I happen to have three invitations.

If you need them,

I can offer them to you, though it pains me.

Look, look!

Candied haws!

Great, you...

You were going to give them to us, right?

He wants to sell them.

The gentleman is correct.

Actually, I'm tasked by someone

to sell these.

I can offer them to you for a low price.

How much? I'll take them.

Miss, you only need to give me three hundred guan.

- That's so much cheaper. - Indeed.

You're such a good person.

No, thanks.

We're leaving.

Sir,

you'll miss out if you pass up this chance.

Hurry up.

Give me the money. I'm going to the Treasure Pavilion.

He's a swindler.

You're the swindler.

Ling'er, it's okay.

This is to find the Spiritual Beads.

Here, see if this is enough.

Stop talking nonsense.

I'm on official business.

Then these three invitations are yours.

- Let's go. - Miss,

you just arrived in Yangzhou City and haven't found a place to stay, right?

I'm familiar with a local inn.

It's serene

and reasonably priced.

In light of our fateful meeting,

I'll take you there.

Sure.

Come this way.

At crucial moments, you still need to rely on me.

Sorry to trouble you.

Candied haws!

Excuse me, have you seen two peoplefrom Nanzhao?

- No. - Have you seen two people from Nanzhao

and a girl about this tall?

No.

Have you seen two people from Nanzhao?

No, no, no.

Have you seen three people from out of town?

No, no, no.

Excuse me, have you seen two peoplefrom Nanzhao

and a girl?

No, no, no.

Since we're already in Yangzhou City,

why not find an inn to settle down

before looking for Miss Zhao?

You go ahead. I'll keep asking around.

Aimlessly searching in such a big city

like Yangzhou City isn't practical.

They must be staying at an inn since it's their first time here.

I'll ask every inn

in Yangzhou City today.

I'm sure I will find them.

My cousin also looks tired.

Why not...

Don't blame me for your tiredness.

Let's go, Li Xiaoyao, to find Ling'er.

Well...

Let's go.

Have you seen two people from Nanzhao and a girl?

- Wait for me. - The girl looks...

No, I haven't seen them.

Please slow down.

Watch the steps.

This way, please.

This room is isolated,

not connected to other rooms,

so it's very quiet.

We'll take it.

Here you are.

Thank you, Miss.

Waiter,

don't let anyone know we're staying here.

Why not?

Okay, then I'll be downstairs.

You, go.

Ling'er.

Yes.

Ling'er, is it nice here?

Just thinking about that Tang Yu annoys me.

He wouldn't let me do this, wouldn't let me do that.

That man was kindly helping us

and arranged such a nice room for us.

He dared to call him a swindler.

I think he's more of a swindler himself.

Annoying.

A'nu, Tang Yu meant no harm.

Actually, I also found that person a bit odd.

But now we've got the invitations,

we can find the Spiritual Beads

and return to Nanzhao sooner.

It's pretty good.

Ling'er, don't overthink it.

This dress is a gift from me.

Rest early tonight.

Tomorrow morning,

we'll go to that Treasure Appraisal Gathering

and get back the Spiritual Bead.

Thank you, A'nu.

Let's go.

Li,

Li,

I really can't walk anymore.

With so many inns in Yangzhou City,

it might be difficult to find them quickly.

- Maybe we should... - If you're hungry or tired,

just find an inn to rest.

I'll go find them.

Don't worry about me.

Not selling anymore. I'm closing up.

Fine. Don't worry about him.

Jinyuan, let's go.

Let's leave him to starve and tire out in Yangzhou.

That doesn't seem right.

You look like you've traveled a long way.

Are you looking for an inn?

It's just the two of us who need an inn.

We want the biggest and most comfortable place.

I know an innkeeper here.

The environment is good and the price is fair.

Let me take you there.

- Let's go. - Sir.

Sir,

are you a local?

Sir,

you can call me Huang.

I was born and raised in Yangzhou.

Then, can I ask you something?

Three people from out of town,

two women, and one man.

Sir, if you're looking for peoplefrom out of town,

I can take you to the inn.

There, with people coming and going every day,

maybe you'll find the ones you're looking for.

Alright.

Let's go.

How much farther?

Delicious.

Eat slower, Yueru.

Sir,

the western room has been prepared for you.

Once you've finished eating, I'll escort you up.

Waiter,

have you seen three people from out of town,

two dressed from Nanzhao, one man, two women?

Sir,

there have been many people coming for the Treasure Appraisal Gathering.

Not just people from Nanzhao,

but also from Xinluo,

Dayi and Gaoli.

I'll have to think about the ones you're asking for.

Alright then, enjoy your meal.

Li, let's eat first.

Li Xiaoyao,

do you find chopsticks tasty?

I can't eat.

Then don't eat.

I can't stand this half-dead attitude.

Why is there so much sand in this dish?

Jinyuan, try this.

It really seems like there's sand.

- Right? - But then it doesn't seem like it.

I can't tell.

No, I have to argue this with the waiter.

Hold on. Li.

Help us taste this.

No need to taste it.

There's none.

Then try this large meatball.

They didn't add any salt at all.

You two can't make it any more obvious

when you're trying to persuade someone to eat.

Li, I really admire you.

If there was something wrong with this dish,

your cousin would have flipped the table by now.

Li Xiaoyao, you...

I'm sorry

for causing you two to worry.

Don't flatter yourself. Who's worried about you?

You're too concerned about Miss Zhao.

That's forgivable.

Sorry to bother you.

We're fully booked today. Would you mind sharing a table?

If it's not too much trouble.

To accommodate others is to accommodate oneself.

Please, have a seat.

(Mr. Zhu, merchant) Alright, thank you, thank you.

Sir, please sit here.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

It seems you three are also from out of town.

Enjoy your meal.

This Treasure Appraisal Gathering

is truly a grand event for Yangzhou City.

I bet the inn's guests

are all here for the treasures.

Treasure Appraisal Gathering?

You don't know?

There's a drought, right?

The Prefectural Governor of Yangzhou City

invited treasure collectors from everywhere

to exhibit their treasures

and to call for charitable donations.

The funds raised

will be used for disaster relief.

Such a good deed indeed.

May I ask if you're here to donate as well?

I'm merely a humble man,

only interested in the treasures.

I've heard this event will showcase numerous rare items,

I wish to see them and find out

if my treasure will stand out.

You seem quite confident in your treasure.

Miss, you have keen insight.

Those narrow-minded folks

bring anything they consider a treasure.

I came specifically to broaden their horizons.

Since your treasure is so impressive,

why not show it to us now and enlighten us?

Sure.

But my wife instructed me not to flaunt wealth.

Besides,

I've heard Yangzhou has been troubled

by a skilled female thief recently.

Even the Governor can do nothing.

If you want to see it,

go to the event tomorrow.

I think your treasure is nothing special,

so you're afraid to show it and embarrass yourself, right?

You dare question my treasure?

Let me tell you,

my Purple Gold Gourd is the legendary treasure

used by the Grand Supreme Elder Lord for his elixirs.

I dare not claim much,

but at tomorrow's exhibition,

I believe only the Governor's bead

can compete with it.

What treasure gourd or bead?

You think we're country bumpkins?

Let me tell you.

I've seen more treasures than you've eaten rice.

Tomorrow we're setting off.

Do you want to join us in searching for the Five Spiritual Beads?

What kind of bead are you talking about?

I can't be bothered to explain.

Tell me!

Want to see?

See for yourself at the event tomorrow.

See who's eaten more rice.

But looking at your penniless appearance,

I don't think you can even affordan invitation.

We wouldn't go to such a lousy event.

Just take good care of your trashy treasure.

Beware that the female thief might steal itbefore anyone sees it.

No.

A thief wouldn't steal worthless things.

I... You...

My apologies.

Sir.

Sir.

Yueru, why bother scaring him like that?

I just can't stand his arrogance,

waving a trashy gourd around,

acting all mysterious.

Tomorrow,

let's go see his gourd.

Eat up.

Ling'er,

where exactly are you?

♪Immortals never age, awaiting youth's prime♪

♪Meteors dazzle, adorning the flash of swords and sheaths♪

♪In matters of cunning, unleash martial prowess with fists and kicks♪

♪In pursuit of freedom, level up by defeating monsters early on♪

♪Time sneaks a smile, brushing past brows, eyes, and lips♪

♪Back then, so small, admiring the heroes with tender affection♪

♪Mocked and pushed down♪

♪Enduring without retort♪

♪Rise up, stance firm and ready♪

♪Hey, young man, the world is yours to roam free♪

♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪

♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons to be beaten♪

♪Choose weapons that match the Buddha in your heart♪

♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪

♪Through losses and gains, be a wandering immortal♪

♪Eventually, there will be rewards, rare and hard-earned♪

♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪

♪Together, we'll break through the mountains amid the clouds♪

♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪

♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons to be beaten♪

♪Choose weapons that match the Buddha in your heart♪

♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪

♪Through losses and gains, be a wandering immortal♪

♪Eventually, there will be rewards, rare and hard-earned♪

♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪

♪Together, we'll break through the mountains amid the clouds♪

♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪

♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons to be beaten♪

♪Choose weapons that match the Buddha in your heart♪

♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪

♪Through losses and gains, be a wandering immortal♪

♪Eventually, there will be rewards, rare and hard-earned♪

♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪

♪A solitary crane♪

♪Together, we'll break through the mountains amid the clouds♪