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[Believe in Love]

[Episode 7]

(Yue'er has written the note)

(for 50 thousand taels.)

(I'll give an extra three thousand to Yuman.)

(That should do it for the moment.)

(If she has sufficient funds,)

(she won't make any withdrawal)

(from the bank for some time.)

At the present time,

there's nothing we can do

but to take back the financial control

before First Young Lady finds out about the clause.

Take back the financial control?

Have Madam sign

the family property transfer agreement

so that you can take ownership of family assets.

(Family property transfer agreement.)

(Forget about it.)

Madam,

Master Lu looks a lot better

than the last time we saw him.

He does,

which makes me feel relieved.

Yun Wanxi?

After our first meet,

I tried to seek you out several times,

but to no avail.

I'm aware that you're acquainted with my mother.

Could you please recount

for me

the story between you and my mother?

And

how would you like me to address you?

My name was Dong Baoshan.

Now,

I'm Dong Shuangxi.

Your mother gave me a hand before.

As your senior,

I'm here to advise you

to obey Hua Yuman all the time

when you're in Island Master's Mansion.

Don't mess with her.

First and foremost,

don't talk about your mother in front of her.

How come?

Because

she never got over

her mother's suffering.

Any mention of your mother

might remind her of her sore spot

and bring back the memories of her late mother.

She's not a brutal person,

but when being pushed too hard,

she'll pay you back by fair means or foul.

Mr. Dong.

How did you learn so much about things

in the Island Master's Mansion?

No more prying.

I'm a dead man after all.

Mr. Dong.

A dead man?

Yi'nan.

Where did he go?

How strange.

I thought he didn't have to

be in the Huajian Pavilion today.

(The person in this portrait)

(looks quite familiar.)

(I feel like I met him somewhere.)

Oh, it's him!

Yue'er,

why are you here?

You missed me?

It's not like that.

I have a weird question

for you.

Yi'nan,

the other day,

I bumped into an old friend

of my mother's

called Dong Shuangxi.

He was alive and well.

However, he told me he is a dead mean.

Dong Shuangxi?

Yi'nan,

I think you know him.

His name used to be Dong Baoshan.

I remember him.

He used to be a street thug.

By coincidence,

he saved my father's life.

Therefore, Father took him in.

He moved out

after Father passed away.

Island Master,

why are we coming to him suddenly?

Didn't you finance him not long ago?

Sorry for being nosy.

I wonder why you came all the way here,

Island Master.

Did you approach Yue'er?

Yes, I did.

I stumbled upon Madam recently

when I was walking down the streets.

Did you give anything away?

Not even a word.

I wouldn't dare

sell you out, Island Master.

Were you not greedy

to the point where you menaced me with the will,

I wouldn't have faked your death

and demanded you to retreat to the woods.

Moreover,

you were my mother's enemy

who helped my father

to find Yun Wanxi in secret

and made my mother die with grudges.

Island Master.

You can't hold me responsible for the fact

that Princess Jianing died with grudges.

My father tolerated you,

but I won't.

I was being extremely merciful

to permit you to stay on Huajian Island.

You offer me a place to live

and provide for me

from time to time.

I'm really lucky to have you.

In the following few days,

I'll get a boat for you

to sail out of the island.

You are never

setting foot on Huajian Island ever again.

I...

Island Master!

Island Master!

Yi'nan,

I've been having bad headaches lately.

Yuman,

what happened?

Perhaps it's that I haven't been to

the ancestral shrine to worship Mother for a while.

I dreamed about her last night,

and she was mad at me.

After I got up,

I couldn't get that woman Yun Wanxi

out of my head.

That was when my headaches started.

That repelling woman

hurt Mother.

And now, she's haunting me.

What a bad penny.

Yuman, Yi'nan.

This is the last dish.

Are the cooks in the kitchen

purely ornamental?

Do you think it is appropriate

for the Madam of Island Master's Mansion

to toil all day long?

I...

Yue'er has nothing to do in the mansion.

If she loves cooking,

just let her do it.

Have a taste.

It tastes somewhat better

than expected.

I'm glad you like it.

I'm going to the shrine tomorrow

to venerate Mother.

You've married into our family,

yet I haven't introduced you to her.

You're coming with me.

Absolutely, Yuman.

Mother,

I came here to tell you

that Yi'nan got married.

I brought his wife here with me

for you to check out.

You can rest in peace

without worrying about us anymore.

Unlike Father,

Yi'nan cherishes his wife

and values others' feelings.

He won't...

Mother.

For some reason,

that woman

has constantly

been on my mind recently.

I have no idea whether she's still breathing...

Yi'nan, are you all right?

I'm fine.

No worries.

Mother,

you can rest assured.

I'll follow your instructions

and assist Yi'nan

in the management of the mansion.

I'll prevent someone like Yun...

Yi'nan, what are you doing?

Yuman,

Mother has heard

everything you said.

Let me and Yue'er

chat with her for a second.

Yi'nan and Yue'er.

You two go ahead.

I'm heading somewhere else.

Yue'er,

I'm free today.

Where do you want to go?

I'll be your company.

Yi'nan,

since you're managing Huajian Pavilion,

I'm sure you're a top-notch chef.

Can you cook something delicious

for me?

No problem.

Young Lady,

what brings you here?

It's been a while since I last visited you, Mr. Wang.

I came here to see how you're doing

and consult something.

Mind if I ask what it's about?

A couple of days ago,

I sent Ping to you

to withdraw some money

only to be declined by you.

Why did you do that?

I see.

Young Lady.

Didn't Island Master

inform you anything about this?

About what?

From now on,

no one in Island Master's Mansion

can cash in their silver notes

without the signature of Island Mistress.

What?

Young Lady, if you wish to withdraw,

simply have your notes signed

by Island Mistress and revisit me.

Yi'nan.

What do you plan to cook?

Something very difficult.

It's the only dish

that can demonstrate

my excellent cooking skills.

What is it?

Stir-fried eggs.

Don't look down on it.

There's a lot for you to learn.

Is there?

Oh my!

Yi'nan,

are you making stir-fried eggshells?

You...

Forget what you just saw.

I wish you to see me

as a husband who can do everything.

Wait! Don't! That's oil!

Yue'er.

Are you injured?

No.

Just some sparks.

You've promised not to protect me

with your own body, haven't you?

Actually,

it wasn't unintentional

when I dashed out.

I was just afraid that you might get hurt.

Yue'er.

Why is the kitchen smoking?

Island Master,

Young Lady asked you to come over.

Got it.

What were they cooking?

Yue'er.

I'll summon the physician later

to see if you're harmed

by the fire.

No need. I'm good.

Do what I said.

All right.

Yuman, why did you ask for me?

Already out of cash?

The embroidery workshop released numerous new designs.

Of course I should support them.

Anyway.

Explain to me.

What's going on with the notes?

I think you've known everything.

I entrusted all of our possessions

to Yue'er.

Why did you hand over our wealth

to an outsid...

Lu Yue'er

barely became your spouse

a few days earlier.

It's a bit too early

to assign her a task

of such importance.

Don't you think?

Mother also controlled our mansion's finances,

didn't she?

It's always been our tradition.

You... Don't try to

talk me down with Mother.

Our mother

was Princess Jianing.

A peasant like Lu Yue'er

is no match for her.

Oh, I got it.

You're forced by Lu Yue'er, right?

She's all innocent on the outside.

But on the inside,

she's vain and grasping

just like her stepmother and sister.

Yuman!

It was my idea.

Quit speculating.

I have my own reasons

for making this decision.

She always budgets carefully.

I believe in her capability.

No way!

Do you want me to implore her

whenever I need money?

Yuman,

I've made up my mind

and I'll stick to it.

I have other things to do. I'm off.

Hua Yi'nan, come back here!

I'm not done yet!

Young Lady.

Now what?

The family of Island Mistress

is creating a scene again.

They're in the main hall now.

These pests really don't know

when to stop.

Let's go.

Young Lady,

we're in-laws anyhow,

which makes us a family.

We ought to do each other favors.

Go brush someone else off

because I'm not buying it.

Mrs. Lu,

you showed up at my front door

without prior notice.

And that's what this is all about?

What? We're talking about an emergency here.

My Yuzhen

is a woman of marriageable age.

People like us

can do nothing

but count on Island Master

to arrange Yuzhen's marriage.

With all due respect,

your daughter wasn't born into a rich family

As for her face...

It's average.

A wealthy young man is not going to date her

by any means.

You...

I guess the apple

doesn't fall far from the tree.

Looks like

it's in the nature of the Lus

-to target someone who's way out of your league. -Mother.

Island Master.

Both of them are your children.

Why does your ex's kid get to

live an affluent life

while mine's left destitute?

Like it or not,

I want you to talk to

Island Master.

Now!

Come on. Tell him.

Father.

Yue'er, I...

I'm...

Yue'er.

You're such a loser.

A dead horse who won't budge

no matter how hard I beat

when the need arises.

Mother.

Island Master, here's the thing.

Since Yuzhen

isn't up to Young Lady's standard,

I'm going to

stop brazening it out and compelling you

to find her a husband.

Just get her a job

in Huajian Pavilion

that allows her

to rub elbows with the rich and noble.

My solicitation isn't out of line, is it?

Mother,

what do I work in Huajian Pavilion for?

You're supposed to

search for a groom for me.

My little dummy.

That place is frequented

by people with deep pockets.

How wonderful

it would be

if you get a good catch there.

Do you think you can

get into the Pavilion just like that?

We have our own rules.

It's no big deal.

I'll get it done.

Start work tomorrow at Huajian Pavilion.

Hua Yi'nan!

That's the spirit, my son-in-law.

You know how to make things easy.

Thank you.

Well,

we're getting out of your hair then.

So long.

I'm burnt up.

So furious!

My dear son-in-law,

I appreciate what you did.

Let's go back home.

Take care of yourself, Father.

I will.

(I guess the apple)

(doesn't fall far from the tree.)

(Looks like)

(it's in the nature of the Lus)

(to target someone who's way out of your league.)

My sister tends to shoot from the lip

and you know that.

So don't take

anything she said to heart.

All is well.

Oh, Yi'nan,

are you seriously

letting Yuzhen

be the Head Receptionist at Huajian Pavilion?

I've never said so.

She'll be working

as a waitress who serves food.

Just like what she's hoping for,

rubbing elbows with the rich and noble.

Yi'nan, you...

By the way,

the newly designated Imperial Head Chef

will reach the island tomorrow.

Stand by my side and greet him with me

as Island Mistress.

We'll show him around Huajian Pavilion as well.

Make sure you are well-prepared.

Imperial Head Chef?

What's that?

Apparently

before he arrives,

I need to walk you through the relation

between Huajian Pavilion

and Imperial Head Chef first.

Huajian Pavilion is an institution

established by the Imperial Court.

Our main function

is to develop new recipes

(for the Imperial Court of Nangxiang Kingdom.)

(Imperial Head Chef is the chief)

(of the Ministry of External Affairs.)

(The Imperial Court appoints a new Imperial Head Chef)

(every two years)

(to ensure the food we supply)

(is safe)

(and of high quality.)

(He also speaks with the Imperial Court for us.)

(So to us, the islanders,)

(it's a highly esteemed)

(and important post.)

What kind of person

can assume the position?

Conventionally,

it's an experienced official

who is about to

turn 60 years old

and has a keen eye for delicacies.

Otherwise, he won't be qualified

to fulfill his duties.

The authority is divided

between me and Imperial Head Chef.

We're like right and left hands.

I hold the actual power,

but I'm still obliged to treat him with courtesy

for he's a royal commissioner.

And your little hand

has captured the heart

of the most influential man on the island.

Yi'nan.

Many people are staring at us.

Besides,

I didn't call you by the wrong name.

I'm played by Hua Yi'nan?

So embarrassing.

Time to run.

Yan,

I want to discuss something with you.

Since you've settled down here,

it's time for you

to think about your marriage.

Don't miss the person who's right before you.

Thank you for the concern, Your Majesty.

Were I not up to my eyes

in chores back in the day,

I would've been able to look after your mother

and she wouldn't have died

at such a young age.

Your Majesty,

please don't blame yourself.

Her demise

has nothing to do with you.

That's right, Aunt.

You don't need to feel guilty.

Frankly speaking,

had Concubine Ning

not eaten the meal made by Yun...

Aunt,

are you okay?

Your Majesty,

have some water.

I caught a cold a while ago

and have since been coughing.

It seems like

I can't have lunch with you

today.

Your Majesty,

your health

is the first priority.

We can do it

some other time.

Xiaoman.

I will walk you back.

Okay.

Aunt, I...

Hua,

stay here

with me today.

Sure, Aunt.

I'm leaving then,

Your Majesty.

Yan.

Sorry to keep you waiting.

This is for you

as an apology gift.

I recalled

you fought over a bracelet

with other princesses.

And then you were left here alone

crying out in horror.

That was when I first met you.

Lucky for me, you came here in time, Yan.

Or else,

no one would find me

until the next morning.

What a unique bracelet.

I'm so grateful.

Do you recollect that?

You also sprained your ankle.

It took me forever

to carry you on my back to my mother.

It was then

that I saw my mother

lying on the ground

after being poisoned.

It was my fault.

If it weren't for me,

you wouldn't have been late for her rescue.

I don't blame you.

It's the perpetrator

who is to be held culpable.

Yan,

I'm meeting with Etiquette Court Lady.

I'm leaving.

Why do you want to

run away

when it comes to my mother?

In the future,

don't reveal anything

about Concubine Ning.

I...

Are you keeping a secret

from me?

Yan.

Yan,

the Etiquette Court Lady is waiting for me,

so if you'll excuse me.

Yufeng,

go investigate

the kitchen maid named Yun.

Yes.

Tao,

if you're in love with someone,

will you

keep him in the dark about something?

Your Highness,

what are you hiding

from the Sixth Prince?

Don't turn the question back to me.

Just answer it.

I think I'll be honest with him,

as the truth will out

one way or another.

I'd rather spill everything out first

than let him

condemn me for being silent later.

What's with the sighing?

Yan.

I...

The rest of you may go.

Yes.

After you.

I beg your pardon

for scaring you last time.

Yan.

I was merely outraged

for the sake of my mother,

which made me a little aggressive.

The poisoning incident

was somehow covered up.

I still have no clue

about the identity of Yun.

In the event

that I can't do justice for my mother,

I'll never

forgive myself for the rest of my life.

According to Aunt,

the full name of Yun is Yun Wanxi.

Originally, she prepared the meals

for His Majesty and the princesses.

Afterward, Concubine Ning requested her services.

It was

on the first night of her shift

when Concubine Ning was drugged.

But Aunt said

Yun Wanxi was framed

and she's not the real murderer.

So...

who is it?

Hua Jianshan.

Even Island Master came out.

Yeah.

Yi'nan,

I...

I need to go to the lavatory again.

You, Lu Yue'er,

the girl who never fears anything

or anyone,

are actually afraid of the new Imperial Head Chef?

I'm not.

I'm not afraid of him.

It's just that...

I don't want to embarrass you.

Silly girl.

You won't.

It's the Imperial Head Chef!

He's here!

I wonder

where this new successor

came from.

Island Master

has just taken office,

so the Imperial Court must've handpicked the candidate.

I bet

it's someone in high places.

Is that so?

Welcome, Imperial Head Chef.

What's going on?

Why hasn't he come down?

We've been standing here for a while.

Imperial Head Chef,

the Island Master is here

to receive you.

Please come out.

What's his background?

He has no respect for the Island Master whatsoever.

Huajian Pavilion

is going to

have a rough ride.

Exactly.

He's so condescending.

Come here.

Me?

I...

Imperial Head Chef, would you please...

How have you been?

Great.

Imperial Head Chef... May I ask...

I'm craving

for your spicy Sichuan noodles.

You... Are you...

It's me.

Du Ruo!