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♪The falling snow♪

♪Is bitter cold♪

♪My sigh♪

♪Misted the path in front of me♪

♪The moonlight knows my intention♪

♪I just want to make a place
for me in your heart♪

♪I laugh and I cry♪

♪Quietly building a pond in my heart♪

♪I accept all the gifts from sorrow♪

♪I can't let down my regrets♪

♪I won't admit defeat♪

♪I slowly chew on
the bitterness of life♪

♪The fragrance remains the same
after the bleak winter♪

♪Awaiting spring
to color the way back home♪

[The Double]

[Episode 14]

[Hening Gate]

You shouldn't
have talked back to Wanning.

You should have reported to me first.

If I were a step later,
it would have been too late.

Shen Yurong cannot die from injury

[Govern the people, serve Heaven]
at the feast known to everyone.

Wanning would never endure this insult.

Do you think
she won't do anything to you?

She may want to do it for a long time.

That would be the best.
I'm curious to see

in what way she will act against me.

It doesn't rule out killing you.

I will be careful.

[Govern the people, serve Heaven]

Xiao Heng.

If you were gone,

there would be no one trustworthy
around me anymore.

Your Majesty,

my duty is to do the dirty work
and face challenges.

Things like this cannot be avoided.

But rest assured.

I won't die.

Your Highness.

Last night, the mistress
of Zhennyu Hall was escorted

and imprisoned at the Hui City
thousands of miles away.

There is still no news for now.

Leave.

Yes, Your Highness.

[Kill quickly]

Meixiang,

send this to the Li's Residence.

Yes, Your Highness.

Shen Yurong,
why are you being so stubborn?

You have a lot of nerve.

You dare to embarrass me in public.

Does Your Highness not think

that sometimes you are too absurd?

The Emperor organized that feast.

If any of the students got injured

instead of me,

Your Highness will be punished
by the Emperor.

No matter
how Your Highness dislike Jiang Li,

you shouldn't lose your self-respect.

You dare to talk back to me!

Someone!

Leave it!

Isn't this what you want?

What do you mean?

You want me dead!

Nonsense.

Wanning,

Do not put yourself at risk

just to test Jiang Li.

I cannot protect you all the time.

I have killed her.

I even went back to Qingcheng Mountain

to the place where I buried her.

I saw her corpse buried in the mud
with my own eyes.

But don't you find it strange

that those few people from Zhennyu Hall
mysteriously just disappeared?

Something is fishy.

So what?

I am by Your Highness's side.

Why don't Your Highness tell me

what I should do

to put your mind at ease?

All right.

You look so pitiful.

I won't punish you
by making you kneel tonight.

Dress up your wound to protect it.

Tonight, I will help you clean up.

[Hening Gate]

Your Majesty,

did you discuss national affairs
until this hour again?

Yes.

That's why I have come here
to relax and unwind.

Come here.

I will give you a massage.

Your Majesty,

I wish to go to Tianxiang Temple

to pray for a period of time.

Why do you want to go there
out of a sudden?

I just thought
about Empress Dowager Xia.

In previous years at this time,

she would always stay and pray
at Tianxiang Temple for blessings.

Now, I also wish to go and take a look

and also fulfill my filial duty.

Thank you for having such thoughts.

After Mother's demise,

only you tend to come to me.

If it weren't for you,

I might never taste

Mother's delicious liquor dumplings again.

You still remember.

I love children the most.

Back then,

it was comforting

when you were close to me.

"Road".

The character "Road".

"Road".

This character is "light."

Jiang Li.

"Light".

I know you're feeling down.

So I brought my favorite snacks for you.

Who says I am feeling down?

Stop pretending.

Something huge happened at Wanfeng Hall.

How can I not know about it?

Things will be tough for you now.

Young Master,

why do you always speak so bluntly?

He did not say anything wrong.

No matter what conflicts
we had in the past,

they are still bearable on the surface.

But last night,
we had reached a breaking point.

Jiang Li,

what will you do now?

Go to Luyang, to the Ye family?

That is right!

How could I forget?

You still have

a rich maternal family heritage
with enough money

to compete
with a whole country's wealth,

which is more prosperous
than most people.

Also, Ye Shijie had just been appointed

as the Assistant Minister
of the Ministry of Revenue

by the Emperor himself.

The Ye family now has connections
in both official and business circles.

If you reconcile

with the Ye family,

forget about Uncle,

even Grandmother
will see you differently.

Why do you suddenly want to go
to the Ye family?

Your reputation
in the capital is soaring.

Isn't it a pity to leave now?

Duke Su,

I am here now.

You sent a message stating

a matter of life and death. What is it?

Consort Li wants
to take you out for prayers.

Thank you.

Your performance

has brought more people into your play.

It is getting more and more interesting.

To ensure this play doesn't end poorly,

I want to remind you this.

Consort Li is the Emperor's
favorite consort.

So I have heard.

What is your next move?

Avoid conflict

and not act hastily.

You seem to think

that Ye Shijie treats you well, right?

Or else you would not

be willing to reconcile
with the Ye family now.

He's a decent person,

and he looks

quite handsome too.

Though

not as much as me, of course.

If he can keep protecting you,

that is a good thing.

Besides in my opinion,

if both of them
always spend time together...

It'll also make it easier for you
to approach Liu Xu.

Jiang Li!

What are you talking about?

What nonsense is that?

Both of us are best friends for life.

I can never see her that way.

Why are you doing this?

- Jiang Jingrui.
- It's impossible for me to like her.

Why are you two doing this?

You are making me feel embarrassed.

Why are you doing this?

[Jiang's Residence]

Li,

Lady Jiang had a fallout
with the Ye family.

Now, you're going alone to make amends,

I worry you might be treated unfairly.

That's why I must go.

It's also Jiang Li's wish.

I want to help her mend things
with the Ye family.

Li,

you treat Lady Jiang so well.

Actually, I have my own selfish reason.

I remember Luyang is not far
from Huaixiang.

Now, Jiang Li's reputation is rising
in the capital.

I can take a breather now.

I want to go back to Huaixiang.

At that time, Shen...

That person

said my father was convicted

and executed.

Perhaps no one buried him at that time.

It's been so long.

So I should go back and see.

Quickly.

Liu Xu and Ye Shijie
should have arrived long ago.

- Hurry up.
- All right.

Liu Xu.

Liu Xu.

Why did you start eating?

I arrived long ago

and waited for you for a very long time.

But none of you came.

So I went around on my own.

Where's Ye Shijie?

Ye Shijie?

I think

he should be the last one to arrive.

No need.

Then I now announce

that we'll eat, drink,
and have fun tonight.

All expenses will be paid by Ye Shijie.

Agreed!

When he arrives,

I'll accompany you for another round.

All right.

There he is.

Ye,

thanks to us

you've gained an official position.

That's right.

Mr. Ye,

you have to treat us tonight.

I'm sorry.

I forgot to tell you something.

My second uncle is in the capital
on business

and will return to Luyang in a few days.

So

I'm afraid I can't celebrate
the Autumn Festival with you.

That's no fun.

We agreed

the last person
who arrives has to cover the expenses.

Not only you're not treating,

but you're also not joining us.

That's right.

That's no fun at all.

Yes, you're no fun at all.

Hello, everyone.

I'm Ye Shijie's second uncle.

I came

at an inconvenient time today

and disturbed your fun.

I'm very sorry

about that.

How about this?

I've reserved a table
at the restaurant.

If you don't mind,

let's have a meal together.

It's all right.

It's hard to see anything lively
from the restaurant upstairs.

Besides, we don't want to disturb you

when you and your nephew are talking.

All right. Let's go then.

Uncle.

Since you're inviting us sincerely,

I also want to catch up with you.

Sure.

Jiang Jingrui,

bring Liu Xu around and have fun.

I'll make plans to meet you guys later.

What?

They're leaving just like that?

Exactly.

That's no fun at all.

What a letdown.

We're not friends anymore!

I'm going home!

What are you doing?

Liu Xu,

I know of a game over there

that requires two people to play.

There are prizes too.

Who wants to play with you?

Since we're already here,
let's go together.

I promise

it'll be really fun.

Let's go and play together.

All right, then.

I'll play one round.

If it's not fun, I'll go home.

All right. Come on.

Shijie mentioned you before.

But I never expected you
to grow up so beautifully

after all these years.

When you called out to me,

I was so surprised.

I almost didn't recognize you.

Dear guests, please come this way.

It's been a long time
since you've met me.

It's only natural
that you don't recognize me.

That's why we need

to celebrate today's reunion properly.

You're right.

Come and take a seat.

Li,

it's thanks to you

that His Majesty values Shijie

and appointed him
to serve as an official,

which brings honor to our family.

I heard about your good reputation

as soon as I entered
the capital yesterday.

Here.

This drink is to thank you

and celebrate.

Please accept a toast from me.

Oh no, Uncle.

I can't take all the credit.

I should toast Uncle.

It's the festivity

and for family reunion.

Why didn't you visit
the Jiang's Residence?

I came to the capital

for business matters.

Shijie knows about this.

So it was rushed

and didn't inform
the Jiang family in advance.

I'm afraid of troubling them
if I visit suddenly.

Since it's for business matters,

won't it be more convenient

with the Secretariat Director's help?

Indeed, it will.

But we haven't had much contact

with the Jiang family for years.

Earlier, there were

some misunderstandings.

So

it might be too presumptuous.

I understand.

Uncle,

it was my fault because I was young
and ignorant.

Now, I'm more mature.

I'm regretful of the past.

If Uncle agrees,

I'll mediate with the Jiang family.

That would be great.

Then

I'll visit them tomorrow.

Is that convenient?

Of course.

Since Uncle is visiting
the Jiang family,

we should respond.

Respond?

How about the day after tomorrow,

I'll follow Uncle to visit
the Ye family in Luyang together?

This way,

both families will get
to know each other better.

You... you want to go to Luyang?

But

Li,

you might need approval

from Grand Chancellor Jiang for that.

As long as Uncle mentions it,

I'm sure my father won't stop me.

Let's eat first.

The dishes are getting cold.

Uncle just wants me
to connect the families,

and not go back to the Ye family?

What nonsense is that?

Of course, I welcome you back
to the Ye family.

Then I'll trouble Uncle

to mention it to my father tomorrow

when you visit the Jiang family.

That's settled then.

All right.

Sure.

Let's eat.

Help yourself.

My friends are waiting for me.

So I won't be joining.

Uncle.

Shijie.

Enjoy your meals.

I'll walk Li out.

Jiang Li

sure is not simple.

Did you plan to return
to Luyang early on?

After all,
the Ye family is my maternal family.

After all these years,

some misunderstandings need
to be cleared.

Why so sudden?

Do you still remember

we were set up at the palace?

Yes.

My sister and cousin
were involved in it.

Both of them?

How can that be?

So now you know

my circumstances in the Jiang family.

Do you still wonder

why I suddenly want
to go back to Luyang?

Since you see me as your cousin,

I'll do my best to protect you

in the capital in the future.

Thank you.

Let me see you off.

Uncle is still waiting for you.

You should go back first.

I can go myself.

All right.

My Lord,

we've bought the tickets to the theater.

Tonight's play

is "The World of Mortals" by Taohong.

Are you going to see Taohong tonight?

Aren't you afraid they'll notice

and come after you?

In my opinion,

we should not waste time.

Let's shut down this theater group first

and then investigate slowly.

That's the safest way.

I may be safe.

But we will miss the play.

My Lord,

your life will be at stake here.

Do you still want to watch it?

You're alerting the enemy by doing this.

Are you telling me what to do?

Lu Ji is right.

To catch the big fish,
we need a long line.

I not only need to watch it,

but I will also find someone
to watch with me

to make this play convincing.

Find someone?

Who?

Do we need
to go through all the trouble?

I can watch it with you.

What a fool.

Excuse me, Lu.

Why are you so talkative today?

Oh, I get it.

You want to go see the play, right?

Fine.

You can go.

Find

a weak lady.

You must be joking.

There are only

male secret guards.

A lady?

Do you mean Jiuyue?

We can just pick anyone from the street.

Then we will pick anyone
from the street.

Second Lady Jiang,

His Lordship wants to invite you
to the theater for a chat.

If you refuse...

All right.

[Whirling Sleeves in the Breeze]

[Broad Horizons]

Where is Wen Ji?

Duke Su, why do you want to see me?

Can you change your opening line?

Duke Su,
do you have nothing to do again?

Yes, I'm free.

So I invite you to watch a play.

Can that count as a favor?

Watching a play to repay a favor?

You're quite calculating.

If you're not willing to do so,

I'll leave.

[Broad Horizons]

Fine, let's settle it as that.

So I owe you two favors.

You're calculating too precisely.

I'm afraid you might suffer losses.

I'm always calculating.

Choose any of the three teas.

Too bad I don't know tea.

I can only pick one randomly.

I'm sorry for disappointing
your kindness.

It's nothing complex.

Just bitter, sour, fresh, or sweet.

Different people like different teas.

I chose the bitter one.

You clearly picked

the sweetest aged tea.

But you said it tastes bitter.

It shows there's something bitter

in your heart.

Duke Su, you're joking.

Maybe my taste is different from others.

What's bitter to others

might be sweet to me.

What do you

consider bitter?

Life's struggles,

love, and hate.

There are many bitter things
in this world.

Are love and affection

bitter to you?

Duke Su,

did you invite me to watch a play

just to talk

about love and emotions?

Can't I?

No, you can't.

Let's watch the play.

[Broad Horizons]

[Whirling Sleeves in the Breeze]
Marvelous!

This is impressive!

Great moves and agility!

Li, you sure understand the play.

I can see you're engrossed in watching.

This play is really good.

The best part is yet to come.

[Whirling Sleeves in the Breeze]
Songs echo, circling the beams.

Branches swaying,
casting chaotic shadows.

Blowing flowers, sending fragrance afar.

- Great!
- Marvelous!

Reward them.

Thank you, Duke Su.

I shall take leave here with courtesy.

[Whirling Sleeves in the Breeze]

Duke Su,

what do you think about today's play?

You should not ask me.

But this lady beside me.

It's vigorous and rhythmic.

The play is deeply satisfying
and exhilarating.

You are knowledgeable about plays.

No wonder you are Duke Su's
esteemed guest.

Not only does this lady know
about plays,

but she also knows how to perform.

[Broad Horizons]

[Whirling Sleeves in the Breeze]

Leave her alive.

Be sure to find out the mastermind.

Take her away.

- Yes, My Lord.
- Yes, My Lord.

♪Who wish for flower petals
to return to its core?♪

♪Rekindle hot tears flowing
into the heart♪

♪Who deludes themselves
into retrieving emotions?♪

♪Pushing with fingertips,
hoping time will rewind♪

♪The waistband gradually widens,
yet no regrets♪

Thank you, Duke Su.

You dress up my wound yourself.

So it is not considered a favor to me.

If you consider this as a favor to me,

I will have someone else
bandage it for me.

♪A formidable heart of iron and stone♪

♪Yet, it bows in sadness
for love and sorrow♪

♪Forgetting the preciousness
of the soul♪

Are you that afraid of owing me favors?

Favors are also debts.

They need to be returned in the end.

People carry heavy burdens in life

and are burdened by many debts
that hinder their progress.

But you wished me a bright future
during the qin test?

Have you forgotten about that?

Are you blaming me now?

The moment you invited me
to this theater,

I may appear to be your esteemed guest.

But in reality, I'm just your cover.

You hid the ambushes you laid around you

to let these theater group
lower their guard.

When you said

I blame you.

I really don't.

I'm grateful

that I'm useful to you, Duke Su.

You used the theater group

to gather unjust wealth from the capital

and use it as a cover

to transport it to the northern borders.

So your plan is to gather funds

to recruit soldiers and buy horses
for King Cheng.

Am I right?

I'm not in the mood today
to argue with you.

Treason is punishable by death.

I'll pay three times the amount

King Cheng pays you
to risk your life for him.

Do you really think a performer like you

can become the king's consort?

I'm annoyed.

Lu Ji,

carve the "play" character on her face,

drug her,

cripple her hands and feet,
and throw her out.

If King Cheng still wants you,

I'll give you three or two liang
as travel expenses.

What's wrong with His Lordship today?

He would usually put an act all day
to interrogate them.

What are you waiting for?

Don't do anything foolish.

Fine. I'll tell you.

Didn't you arrest them?

Why do I find you moody?

Are you keeping it from me too?

Fine, forget it
if you don't want to tell.

They tried to kill you.

It seems you've gotten in their way.

The northern borders aren't prosperous.

King Cheng has been recruiting soldiers
for years

and drained his resources.

By cutting off his wealth in Zhongyuan,

we're choking him.

This move

is already late.

What's your plan now?

I have a feeling

that salt smuggling
is just one of the money routes.

There must be a bigger one.

How did it go with the assassin?

She gave me some intel.

She said King Cheng

has a secret training ground
for assassins in Luyang.

She's just one of them.

If we don't disrupt it,

your trusted ministers

might be assassinated one by one

before King Cheng acts.

So you need to go to Luyang personally.

Yes.

[Learning Virtues and Knowledge]

Grand Chancellor Jiang,

I'm here to express my gratitude

for being appointed.

It was the Emperor's grace.
It has nothing to do with me.

Why express gratitude?

I don't think you come here

without a reason.

It looks like
I can't hide anything from you.

This is my Second Uncle, Ye Mingxuan.

He had come from Luyang

with a small gift.

I hope you can accept it.

Grand Chancellor Jiang,

it's been a long time.

Oh, my brother-in-law.

Why didn't you inform me

in advance of your visit?

Well...

Father.

Father,

we met at the Lantern Festival

and had a good conversation.

I couldn't stay out too late.

So I invited Ye

and Second Uncle to come home together.

Please take a seat.

[Abundance and Prosperity]

It's been a while
since you've been in the capital, right?

Yes.

I came this time

to handle some business matters

and to visit my nephew.

After all, he's been away
from home for so long.

So the family can't help but worry.

You'll be working in court together
after this,

I have to rely on you to look after him.

That's too kind.

Ye is talented.

Without my guidance,

he can achieve great success on his own.

How's Old Mrs. Ye's health?

She's managing.

But her vitality

is declining year by year.

As she gets older,
she misses her family more.

So this time,

I have an unusual request.

Li.

Li has never been back to Luyang

since birth.

I wonder if you would allow me

to take Li back

to visit Old Mrs. Ye.

Back to Luyang?

Yes.

Li didn't want to when she was a child.

But now that she's grown up.

I've asked for her opinion.

She also wants to go back to visit.

[Abundance and Prosperity]
Luyang is far away

and Li just returned.

It's not suitable

to go south now, right?

Father,

I've never been to Luyang.

If Father permits

and if Second Uncle
is willing to take me,

I think it's a good time
since the exams have ended

and nothing is going on at school.

I'd like to visit Luyang.

It's a long journey.

You've never been to Luyang

and not used
to the food and drink, right?

Father, you're worrying too much.

If I can get used to staying

at Zhennyu Hall in Qingcheng Mountain,

Luyang is no livelier than Zhennyu Hall.

Your mother said

Consort Li wants to take you

to study Buddhism.

The imperial decree may arrive soon.

During this time,

it's better for you to stay
in the capital.

Since Li wants to go to Luyang,

you should just let her go.

Mother.

As for Consort Li,

she can go after she comes back.

Let's have Shuran talk to her.

Consort Li is kind and compassionate.

She will surely understand.

For the Entry Exam,

Li

has been suffering a lot.

Let her go out and relax.

Besides,

Old Lady Ye

used to dote on Li.

Now that she's grown up,

she should visit.

Actually, Li discussed
this with me earlier.

Do you really not know

Consort Li's true intention

of having Li go and study Buddhism?

What's done is done.

Even if Li made a mistake,

can you say Ruoyao and Yu'e

were completely innocent?

As the head of the family,

you can't be so biased.

Li just came back from Zhennyu Hall

and now you want her to suffer
in the mountains again?

It's good that Shuran interacts
with Consort Li.

But it's your job

as her husband

to help her decide what to say
and what not to say.

Shuran

is selfish.

She might say something inappropriate

that reaches the Emperor's ears.

You, as the minister,

being asked
about family matters constantly

isn't good.

Think about it.

Li is going to Luyang

to avoid studying Buddhism

to find support there.

She knows

she has no standing in the Jiang family.

You should use this chance
to please your father

and improve your reputation

among noble ladies.

When she comes back,

make sure she has no place
in the capital.

Are you listening to me?

Is my engagement

with Zhou Yanbang really canceled?

There will be better matches.

But

I truly like him.

Yao,

you are still young.

When you grow up,

you'll realize love

is the least valuable thing
in the world.

I only want Mr. Zhou.

I have arranged
another marriage for you.

So don't mention him again.

[Learning Virtues and Knowledge]

Ye.

- Jiang Li!
- Jiang Li!

Take this.

These are your favorite snacks.

As for this,

it can cool you down from the heat.

It doesn't spoil easily on the road.

You need to have more of it.

There are some from me too.

These

are my favorite snacks

and these

are my mother's favorite snacks.

These are my father's favorite.

You can eat them all.

Be careful on your journey.

Tong.

You gave me so many delicious snacks

which are your favorite snacks,

and your parents' favorite snacks.

Are you trying to make me gain weight?

Tong.

It's a long journey.

Who knows what you might lack
along the way?

She won't lack anything.

The Ye family is a big merchant family.

They lack nothing.

I've already talked to Second Uncle.

He will take good care of her
on the way.

Li!

It's time.

We should leave.

[Jiang's Residence]

So early?

I'm leaving now.

Jiang Li,

we've just met

and now you're leaving
before we've even had a meal together.

The Lantern Festival was my fault.

When Jiang Li comes back,

I'll make up for that meal.

How about it?

You're really thoughtful, Ye.

You even remember that.

Who needs you to make it up?

I want Jiang Li to host it

because you owe me.

All right.

I'll be back soon to host it.

[Jiang's Residence]

When I come back here,

I'll make them pay.

My Lord.

Based on the information provided
by Taohong,

we know that King Cheng's manager
in Luyang

is his trusted aide, Chu Lan.

However, Chu Lan isn't always in Luyang

and is elusive and hard to track.

I've asked all our informants in Luyang

and found out he has a lover.

Wulan, the top courtesan
at Xihua Brothel.

What about the Li family?

They've bypassed Ye Shijie

and acted directly
against the Ye family.

How did the Ye family react?

Slowly.

They don't realize
they're already in a trap.

If the Ye family
is so easily controlled,

it just shows
they've had it too easy before.

When do we take action then?

It looks like we need to go to Luyang.

My Lord, that would be quite
a coincidence.

I heard the Second Lady Jiang

is also heading to Luyang today,

saying she's visiting
her maternal family.

Fifteen beatings as punishment.

What's it for this time?

Wasting spies on useless information.

My Lord,

you were the one who told me

to keep an eye on the Second Lady Jiang.

Another five beatings

for talking back.

[Harmonious Governance]

[Capital]

[Luyang]

Fu.

Yes, Master.

Go back to the house first

and inform Old Madam and Madam

that...

Forget it.

We'll just do as we see fit.

Tell them I'm back.

Yes, Master.

[Ye's Residence]

My dear, I'm home!

My dear.

Li, come in.

My dear.

My dear!

I'm home!

My dear!

My dear!

What's going on?

Where's everyone?

Master,

someone came to the shop saying

they wanted to return
the Soochow brocade.

So Madam went to handle it.

Li,

your second aunt went to the shop
to handle some matters.

I'll introduce you to them later.

All right.

Let's go.

Here we are.

It was a long journey.

Li,

go and get some rest first.

I need to take care

of other matters.

It might take quite a long time.

Second Uncle,

I'll leave you to your work.

We can take care of ourselves.

All right.

When your aunt returns,

I'll ask her to host you.

You don't know

how nice your aunt is.

Li,

where isn't there a single person here?

Are they trying to put you
in your place?

Could the Ye family be
in some kind of trouble?

[Madam Zhuo]

The weather
has been getting cold lately.

Have you prepared
Mingxuan's hand warmer?

Remember to use
the one made of red copper.

So as not to scald Mingxuan's hands.

Yes, Madam.

Instruct the servants
to prepare some red dates.

When Mingxuan returns,

I will personally make him chicken soup
to nourish him.

Grind the Longfengtuan tea leaves
stored in my room

and sieve them finely.

I will serve him some good tea

when Mingxuan returns.

Yes, Madam.

Madam,

[Embracing Preciousness]
do you know

something huge happened
at Zhang's Residence?

Really? What happened?

Mrs. Zhang was being

all dramatic at home.

She finally has it coming.

Do you know why?

It was because a little mistress visited

the Zhang's Residence yesterday.

Now, there's something to watch.

What does the little mistress look like?

Well,

- she looks just like...
- Madam!

A little mistress came to our house.

What?

Something big is going to happen!

[Xinzhu Chamber]

Ye Mingxuan!

Ye Mingxuan, you unfaithful man!

Come out!

Where is Mingxuan?

He just went out.

You little mistress,

how dare you enter
the gates of my Ye family!

Watch how I deal with you.

Madam.

Come out!

Madam!

Madam, you can't do this.

Your status is noble.

How can you personally go

and confront that little mistress?

You might fall for her trap
if you're not careful.

What trap?

When a person is fumed with rage,

it's easy to act impulsively.

No matter how you beat or scold her,

won't it give the mistress

to make up stories in front of Master?

Madam,

don't dirty your hands.

Let me go and find out first.

You're right.

I'll wait for you in my room.

You'll go and do it.

I want you to tear her apart today.

Just watch me.

Open the door!

Open this door now!

Who is it?

- Open the door now!
- Coming.

Open this door now!

I said, open this door.

You must be
the little mistress's sister.

Who are you?

Tell your mistress to show herself.

Who are you?

Who are you to ask who am I?

Tell her to come out now!

Don't taint the Ye's Residence!

How can you be so rude?

It was your master

who let us stay here.

- You, mistress!
- Do not enter.

Come out! Show yourself!

Get out!

If you want us to leave,

tell your master to do it.

You bunch of home wreckers,

I've asked you to come out,
but you refused.

Fine, just you wait!

Tong,

who was that just now?

Why were you arguing?

Li,

we can't stay at the Ye's Residence.

A servant was being difficult

and told us to leave.

She even said you were a little mistress

and I'm the sister.

If you ask me,

the Ye family is trying
to humiliate you.

Since that is the case,

we can go out first.

We'll see how it goes
when Second Uncle returns home.

Pretty imposing, eh?

That mistress is taking advantage
of Mingxuan's favor

and doesn't even regard me

as the lady of the house.

That's right.

This little mistress
is getting out of hand.

Madam,

it's time for you to step in

to take care of this little mistress.

Since someone is daring enough
to cause trouble,

let me deal with this little mistress.

[Embracing Preciousness]

Madam,

could this little mistress

have sensed
that she was getting into trouble,

so she went to complain to Master?

You, little mistress.

Ye Mingxuan,

I won't let you off the hook.

Li,

where are we going?

Will you accompany me
to visit an old friend?

Old friend?

Wait.

Are you here to find Qiongzhi?

Qiongzhi is not home at this time.

Where is she now?

If you're in a rush,

go and find her at Xihua Brothel.

Xihua Brothel?

That's the most famous brothel
in Luyang.

[Xihua Brothel]

My Lord,

Wulan is very alert.

If we monitor her in advance,

I'm afraid she'll notice something.

If we alert her,

Chu Lan won't show up.

So

we should disguise ourselves as guests,

get close to her, control her,

and use her to lure out Chu Lan.

What are we waiting for?

Let's begin.

My Lord,

who among us do you think
looks more like a guest?

Mister,

why are you here now?

Have you made the arrangement
with Wulan?

All right.

Be patient.

Wulan will be here soon.

Come, come.

Sit here for a while.

Madam,

a lady is here.

Young Lady,

this isn't the place for you.

I want to see Lady Qiongzhi.

Our top courtesan

doesn't entertain female guests.

Top courtesan?

I'm not someone's wife
to cause anyone trouble here.

I'm here to inquire about something
with Lady Qiongzhi.

Please grant me this favor.

My Lady,

this is Lady Qiongzhi's room.

Who are you?

What else could
a man coming here be for?

[Wulan]

You have a striking appearance,

dressed in red

and looking even more charming
than Wulan.

Since Wulan isn't here yet,

why not join me for tea?

How did you see through me?

I've been investigating
for so many years.

No disguise can escape me.

Lady Qiongzhi.

[Qiongzhi]

Young Lady,
you've entered the wrong room.

Would you like to listen to music
or have a drink?

Some guests like
to play big games like this.

Duke Su,

do you really believe
Taohong would give you information?

Since you know Taohong,

my trip here isn't a waste.

I came to ask you a question,
Lady Qiongzhi.

Why? Do I know your sweetheart?

Maybe

I know your sweetheart.

I don't even know I have a sweetheart.

The son of Huaixiang's Magistrate,

Xue Zhao.

♪If there are no happy memories♪

♪How can we traverse
the forbidden land of sorrow?♪

♪Two cold and unfeeling bodies♪

♪Holding hands,
can we get through the snow season?♪

♪In the cold wind, in the long night♪

♪Embracing the remaining warmth♪

♪The depth of the sea, unfathomable♪

♪Can it bury yesterday's sighs?♪

♪Continue to love,
cherishing it with my life♪

♪Continue to live,
even with only a glimmer of hope♪

♪Whether in sorrow or joy,
I believe in you♪

♪I'd rather be trapped
in the world's extremes♪

♪Continue to live,
exhausting all courage♪

♪Continue to love,
until the breath runs out♪

♪Traversing half a lifetime
of loneliness, just to meet you♪

♪After the hardships,
never to part again♪

♪After the hardships,
never to part again♪