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♪Overcoming the boundary of confusion♪

♪Holding onto my life in the face of death threats♪

♪I look into this dark night♪

♪Never once has my soul been extinguished♪

♪With this passion♪

♪My spirit is growing to reach full swing♪

♪Slashing the mountain and the ocean apart♪

♪Answering the true call on a sword♪

♪I'm the chosen one in this turbulent world♪

♪Keep my distance from the world♪

♪Who can understand my loneliness?♪

♪A single thought, looking down♪

♪Blades unsheath, frost flies everywhere♪

♪A belief that cuts through the world♪

♪Soaring towards the sky, the sword reigns all♪

♪Striding across the land with a drunken gait♪

♪I will protect the people whenever I'm needed♪

♪Atop the summit, you and I shall battle for the world's best♪

[Directed by Chen Zhoufei]

[Dashing Youth]

[Based on "Zhou Munan's Juvenile Martial Arts Series"]

[from fanqienovel.com and bkneng.com]

[Episode 14]

Pretty good.

You have achieved some success

in Sword Dance Amidst the Mist and Clouds.

I remember I practiced this Sleeve Swordplay

when I was young, too.

Watching you today

reminds me of my younger days.

Master, you are still quite young now

and you are as otherworldly as ever.

People as graceful as us must learn

the most beautiful martial arts.

Then,

we must be stunningly magnificent

every time we make an appearance.

Just like you?

With handsome men carrying the palanquin,

maidservants leading the way,

and a light veil hanging down,

covering half of your face?

That is in the now.

When I was younger,

I was financially strained.

I couldn't afford palanquins

or maidservants.

How did you

make an appearance back then?

Watch carefully.

When people as graceful as us

make an appearance,

first of all, there must be a sound

and aesthetic mood.

With your hands behind your back,

land yourself elegantly,

revealing your transcendent back

before turning your head slightly.

For self-introduction?

No.

This is just the preliminary.

Wait until everyone

exclaims,

then in a leisurely tone, you say,

"I'm sorry

for being late.

If you want to do anything here,

you should defeat me first."

However, Master,

what should I do

if the others aren't impressed?

Just wait.

There will definitely be people who are amazed.

Then,

just don't say anything else.

Show a few moves

and defeat your opponent

before you turn around,

stand sideways,

and say,

"I am..."

"I am..."

"Mr. Liu Yue."

"Fairy

Luoxia?"

That's right.

You practice it now.

In front of you?

Of course. What's the problem?

It's really

embarrassing.

What's there to be embarrassed about?

You may

ask for advice

from your martial uncle, Luo Xuan.

This is called style.

It's not being pretentious.

Don't feel pressured.

Yes, Master.

Alright.

I'm leaving.

You can practice it for a few more times.

I am

Fairy Luoxia.

I am

Fairy Luoxia.

I am

Fairy Luoxia.

This is too embarrassing.

Why am I actually practicing?

Right.

Why am I...

actually practicing?

[Penglai Pavilion]

Young Lady.

You have become

a disciple of the Academy now.

What now?

Do you still bear Sky's Beyond in mind?

You should be mad at me

because I didn't take action according to the plan that day.

Young Lady, not at all.

I dare not to.

I was going to look for you

after walking Baili Dongjun

to Qinglong Gate that day,

but I didn't expect

that Mr. Liu Yue would take me in.

I came to see you today

as soon as I found an opportunity.

But

why didn't you

bring Baili Dongjun

to the path where Yuji was on that day?

That day, after several assassination attempts,

Baili Dongjun's nerves

had reached a state of extreme tension.

If he really went down that path,

met Yuji,

got defeated and taken away by us,

with his temperament,

Xunian Art aside,

I'm afraid that he'd just search for an opportunity

to go down with us.

This is the first reason.

Secondly,

I was wondering...

if this was really the only way

to restore our nation.

What do you mean?

No.

I don't have any better plans yet.

We'll talk about it later.

Qixuan, I have to go now.

I will continue to observe Baili Dongjun.

I will contact you

once I make a decision.

As for Yuji,

please help me explain to him.

Young Lady.

Is there anything else?

Should I

tell you

that there is another innate martial artist?

Nothing.

Please take good care of yourself, Young Lady.

Is this really the only way

to restore our nation?

Young Lady.

What exactly are you planning to do?

Luoxia.

Master?

That's enough.

It seems today is not a good day for playing weiqi.

You should go to rest early.

Master...

Do you think

I'd ask you where you were?

What does that have anything to do with me?

I was just really bored

and wanted to play weiqi with you.

Master...

Now can you focus on playing weiqi?

Come on.

Let's play it.

That's more like it.

Yun, this is for you.

What's this?

My mother has started teaching me needlework.

This is the first pouch I embroidered.

Wenjun, this is so beautiful.

I like it very much.

Even if I could predict everything,

I could not foresee our reunion

to be like this.

Tell me some stories

about the outside world.

I'll let you go when you're done.

I haven't left this place in a long time.

Just like this dish called Caged Bird,

although I'm caged,

I yearn

for the outside world.

I wonder if she will be willing

if I suggest taking her out.

You're back.

I met Young Lady during the day.

What was her explanation?

I will explain

the details to you later.

However, there's one thing that we can confirm.

She has not betrayed Sky's Beyond.

That's good.

Are there any other instructions

from Lord Wuxiang?

He instructed us to give a great gift...

to the imperial family of Beili.

What?

You're saying that Ye Dingzhi is Ye Yun?

You mean the son of Ye Yu?

No wonder he didn't want the imperial jade seal.

No wonder he said I could definitely provide him

with what he wants.

What he wants

is my life.

Saddle the horses. Now!

I am going to the palace.

Good morning, Ye Dingzhi.

Good morning, miss.

You are not done with the previous story.

We are talking about the Buddhist States today.

Sure.

Give me a minute.

I'm going to wash up.

♪Cold breeze ceases♪

♪Sparrows dart through the woods in faint chirping♪

♪Mist covering someone's eyes♪

♪Like a dream yet to awaken♪

♪It's supposed to be marvelous scenes♪

♪Traveling alone only to witness♪

♪The changes of the world♪

♪Until a red maple leaf♪

♪Lingers in the past♪

♪That reminds people of romance♪

Sorry to have kept you waiting.

♪The joy and sorrow are like ephemerals♪

♪Silently passing by each other♪

What's the matter?

♪With a glimpse♪

Nothing.

♪A sudden wind strikes the heartstrings♪

Are you not cold

because of the water?

I'm not afraid of the cold.

♪A fine night♪

Let's talk about the Buddhist States.

One must pass by a city named Biluo City

to go to 32 Buddhist States in the Western Regions.

On the way to Biluo City,

one will pass

through a small town called Sangu Town.

As for a town visited repeatedly by beauties,

it's full of stunning beauties.

When you visit there...

Wait,

are there many belles there?

Yes.

I don't want to hear it. Next story.

Let me tell you

about the characteristics of Sangu Town.

Sangu Town

is actually established

by some merchants.

There are plenty of gambling houses.

The largest one is called Belle's Manor.

Belle again?

Can't we skip this?

I'm talking about the gambling house.

Why is called

Belle's Manor?

Because there are many belles there.

The person in charge of the largest gambling house

is a top courtesan

named Tiannv.

Even a courtesan is brought up.

I'll stop talking about it.

That is what I heard from others.

I have never been to Belle's Manor.

After passing through Sangu Town,

you will arrive at Biluo City.

This city

has a very big temple

named Jiulong Temple.

Accessories for sale.

Xuan.

Is the book that interesting?

[Xie Xuan, Mr. Qingxiang of Eight Young Masters of Beili]

Mr. Li.

You haven't answered my question yet.

There are countless books in the world.

Even if I were to read non-stop

without resting

until the moment of my death,

I still could not finish reading all the books in this world.

For me,

this will be my biggest regret.

To make myself a little less regretful,

I can only seize the time

to read more books.

Some people became bookworms

from reading too much.

However, if one reads so many books

that even a hundred bookworms combined

couldn't surpass the amount,

then perhaps one could become a Scholarly Deity.

Kid,

your master

is not as good as me.

He doesn't know martial arts

nor does he have fame.

You might as well take me as your master.

How about this?

I'll make an exception for you.

Although I have already accepted

my last disciple,

you can still

become my last disciple ever.

You'll be the real last one.

What do you think?

I don't want to.

You read less than my master.

Who said that?

I am

at least twice his age.

I have walked past so many more bridges

than the roads

he has travelled.

The books I have read are definitely

slightly

more than the ones he read 20 years ago.

I have better martial arts skills than him.

I can just learn martial arts from books.

You are

probably the only person

in this world

who refuses to be my disciple.

That's not right, Mr. Li.

You may go ask the farmers in the fields,

the courtesans in brothels,

or the wealthy men lounging in their homes,

all of them are probably not willing

to be your disciple.

Each person has their own way of living.

Not everyone

has an interest in earning a reputation through swordsmanship.

Fine.

I can't argue with you.

Are you not missing out on anything

for your trip?

No worries, Mr. Li. I won't.

Good.

Let's go. I'll give a reception in honor of you.

Let's go.

[Diaolou Tavern]

Seniors,

have the two of you ever

seen each other face-to-face with the veils lifted?

Dongjun, this is not called a veil.

Dongjun.

You should read more books.

Stop avoiding the important issues and focus on the trivial ones.

By the way,

isn't this

the banquet to celebrate my initiation?

We're here at Diaolou Tavern

which I've been thinking of visiting.

Will there be Qiulubai?

Qiulubai is only available once a month.

I'm afraid there won't be any today.

Such a pity.

If I had known,

I'd have asked Master to keep some for me.

By the way,

aren't we going to ask Master to join us?

Dongjun.

Usually,

we can't call him to join occasions like this.

What occasion?

Why?

The less you know, the better.

Didn't I already tell you

not to come in unless I ask for you?

There is a guest outside

who has a question for you, sirs.

What is it?

Should you start the banquet

when your master isn't here yet?

Go, go, go.

Run!

Let's drink together. What are you running away from?

Master.

Sit.

Xuan, have a seat, too.

Sorry for disturbing you.

Xie Xuan.

It's been a while.

Lei'er, this is...

You're being rude.

Have a guess.

Do you really think I didn't know?

Since you all know him

and he is invited here by Master,

among the Eight Young Masters of Beili,

apart from Senior Wuming

whom I have never met

and Third Senior Gu

who is far away in Xinan Circuit,

only Mr. Qingxiang remains.

Dongba, you're pretty smart.

It has been a while

since I had a drink with you all.

Such a splendid banquet

must have been arranged by Ruofeng, right?

Your new junior,

Dongba,

just joined us.

It should be celebrated indeed.

Feel free to decide

how you want to drink

and I'll up for it.

Well...

Master.

Dongjun just joined the Academy today,

so I think we should just forget it.

How can we do that?

Here, let us toast for Master together.

Dongba, you are great.

Come on, cheers.

Cheers.

Drink up.

This is good liquor.

Ruofeng, listen.

The most important thing for a man being at home

is his status.

Whenever I went to Baihua Hall,

Li Xinyue would

help me pay the bill.

That is great.

Senior.

Dongjun.

You know now

why we

refrained from asking Mr. Li to join us.

Never forget the dreams of the mortal world for hundreds of years

and drink thousands of cups without getting drunk

to attain immortality.

Poetry Deity wrote this for me exclusively

back in the day.

Why are you all drunk already?

This is no fun.

Dongba.

I knew you'd hold your liquor.

Here, have a drink with me.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

I can't.

After leaving Jiulong Temple,

you'd arrive at the Buddhist States.

Speaking of the Buddhist States,

when I was there,

I took a monk as my Chan Master

and learned Buddhism for one month.

After that,

I encountered my master,

who is a sword master

from Nanjue.

Master?

Dongba.

Since you just joined the Academy,

I have

prepared a gift for you.

Really? I'm getting a gift?

Of course.

I am

the Mr. Li who never lies.

Xuan.

Drink 30 cups of liquor in a row

and your inner force and aura

will be greatly improved.

This is no ordinary book,

nor is it ordinary liquor.

Your former master, Gu Chen,

also read this book.

I'm giving it to you now.

Keep it well.

I'm just borrowing this to you.

[Liquor Scripture]

Thank you, Master.

Thank you, Mr. Qingxiang.

Now that we're done drinking,

it's time for a fight.

What a strong sword qi.

Look.

Someone even more pretentious than Xuanliu

has finally appeared.

He's making such a big fuss

like he's worried that others won't know

his identity.

But Master,

who is he?

He is Rain Demon, the Sword Deity.

[Rain Demon, the Sword Deity from Nanjue]

Li Changsheng.

I haven't seen you in a long time.

I don't think I'd like to see you much.

He... He's a man?

Indeed.

Why...

He practices Demon Deity Sword Techniques.

Here's a rumor related to Demon Deity Sword Techniques.

The sword manual can only be passed down

by mortals who borrowed powers from a demon god.

Those who practice it

are highly susceptible to backfire.

He is the example of someone who went haywire

when suppressing the strong backfire

of Demon Deity Sword Techniques.

That is why

despite having a male body,

his face is becoming more and more woman-like.

Rain Demon.

Why did you come all the way

from Nanjue?

To find someone.

Could it be Ye Dingzhi?

You're aware?

Get out of the way!

Why are you attacking me?

Where is he?

What he?

Who are you talking about?

Don't play dumb.

Ye Dingzhi.

Where is he?

Who are you?

Why should I tell you?

I am his master.

If you say so.

He came to take the Academy examination

and tried to take my master as his master.

Ridiculous.

Borrow me your sword.

What is happening?

This is a duel between two Sword Deities.

It's not just a matter of moves and techniques,

but an unparalleled display of brilliance

that resonates with the heavens and the earth.

Your Majesty,

it's Rain Demon's Mystic Wind Sword.

Father,

Rain Demon

must be...

He must be here to find Ye Yun.

The son of that treacherous minister

has been hiding in Nanjue for many years

and has acquired excellent swordsmanship.

He must...

He must be a disciple of Rain Demon.

Father.

You can't hesitate any longer.

He is here for revenge.

He wants my life.

Although I'm not afraid of death,

I am more worried

about your safety.

Father!

Issue a wanted order.

Conduct a citywide manhunt

for Ye Dingzhi.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Stop.

Where are you going?

I'm going to see my master.

He came to see me.

I have to go see him.

You can't go.

Miss...

It was you who said you wanted to stay and repay your kindness

by telling me all the stories.

I don't mean to leave.

It's just that if my master can't find me,

he will certainly cause trouble in Tianqi.

Miss, I promise you

that I will definitely come back to see you

after meeting my master.

I don't believe you.

Miss.

Miss, please don't cry.

I really...

What a rare opportunity.

So, are you a human or a demon?

Why do you keep appearing out of nowhere?

Li Changsheng and Rain Demon

have had three battles in total.

During the first battle,

Li Changsheng was already

the world-famous swordsman

whereas Rain Demon had just entered the martial arts world.

Rain Demon challenged Li Changsheng

and was defeated by Li's sword.

Due to the fact

that Rain Demon was not famous at the time,

only a few people knew about this battle.

For the second battle,

Li Changsheng still defeated Rain Demon with his sword.

Rain Demon's sword was destroyed,

so he changed to practice Demon Deity Sword Techniques.

There were no spectators during the third battle.

However Rain Demon had never set foot in Beili

in the next eight years.

So,

why are you here?

This is a peerless showdown.

So I'm naturally here to record it.

Li Changsheng.

You will surely be defeated

in this battle.

You said the same thing in our last battle.

The Academy has to pay a hefty sum

after this battle.

Break.

Who's there?

How noisy.

Wait,

that's it?

Not so soon.

His pupils are exhibiting an unusual hue.

He must have fallen into the demonic path.

I've read this statement

in a book before.

That is indeed true.

However, this is not the kind

of demonic path in practice that ordinary people experience.

Rain Demon becomes a demon voluntarily

by trading his own flesh body

to acquire this supreme sword technique.

You're really

as dramatic as ever, unchanged for decades.

You have to show others you're a master

by causing such a big commotion.

Falling Swords.

Shake the sky!

How audacious.

Is this what they mean

by struck by lightning?

That's a bad choice

of words.

Where are they?

Could it be

that they were struck by lightning and vanished?

I just started my apprenticeship

and I haven't learned anything yet.

It is only natural that they have left since the battle is over.

It's over?

Who won?

Didn't you see it?

Did you?

I saw everything clearly, of course.

What?

I'm the weakest so I was the only one who didn't see it?

He is just bluffing

and he couldn't tell either.

How about you?

As expected, he's the best in the world.

I told you before.

Demon Deity Sword Techniques devour its practitioner.

It has been so many years.

Why can't you just let go?

Is it really that important to win against me?

Actually,

you just need to go back, get some rest,

improve yourself,

and wait for me to die in a few years

before you return to fight for the first place in the world.

Wouldn't that be easier?

No one knows how long you have lived.

I'm afraid

I won't be able to wait until that day.

Don't worry.

It won't take too long,

I know

that I can't defeat you

but I heard that Yun...

that Ye Dingzhi came to Tianqi City.

I know his background.

I'm afraid that he might be put in a difficult spot by others

in Tianqi City.

I didn't expect

you the cold-hearted

Rain Demon

to deeply care

for your disciple.

Three days

after you leave,

I promise your disciple

will certainly go back in one piece.

Is my promise enough?

I can't see through you.

That's right.

I am the best in the world,

so it shouldn't be easy for others to see through me.

Do not worry.

Ye Dingzhi is a genius

and he won't die in Tianqi City.

I'll take my leave.

You can't defeat me in this life,

but if your disciple

defeats mine in the future,

I will consider that you win.

[Fine Liquor]

Why is it so cold?

What's happening?

Why is there such a big hole

in the roof?

Why is the roof gone

after my nap?

Right.

You're about to turn into a popsicle

if you don't wake up now.

What happened?

It's our master

got into a fight with someone

and caused this hole

even before the fight started.

This is just the inside.

You haven't seen the outside.

We can't even

see a single intact tile

up there.

This is the bill.

Didn't Mr. Li

just cause a hole?

Why do we have to pay compensation

for the whole store's losses?

Well...

Right.

Dongba.

Who is that bold

to not only challenge Master,

but also flee without paying for compensation?

We have to ask him to pay up.

Yes.

I'm afraid it'll be a little difficult.

It's a Sword Deity, Rain Demon.

Rain Demon?

It seems that Ruofeng has to spend a fortune.

Fine.

Take this bill

and go to Prince Jingyu's Mansion

to get the money tomorrow.

Alright.

Senior, wake up.

Senior.

Wake up.

Everyone, wake up.

What will the outsiders think

when they see this?

You call yourselves Eight Young Masters of Beili?

What's this?

Master caused it.

This way.

This way.

Xie Xuan.

I forgot to tell you

that there will be nine young masters

on Young Master Rankings for next year.

We already

came up with a title

for him.

You should hear about it.

Ninth Young Master,

Mr. Liquor. [*Liquor and Nine share the same sound]

It's a pun.

What do you think?

Fair enough.

But you woke up long ago

and you were just pretending to be asleep.

Is it because you were worried that the owner would pass you the bill?

Don't expose me.

I heard everything.

Have you seen this person?

Well...

Let me take a look. I've never seen him.

No.

I've never seen him.

Take a closer look.

I've never seen this person.

Let's go.

Seems like someone has become a wanted criminal yet again.

I wonder what he did.

The world now is far from being peaceful.

Xie Xuan.

The rebel is quite handsome.

He's the remnant of the former General's Mansion.

Maybe

he was once a young general.

[No animals were harmed during the filming of this drama.]

[Some animals were created using bionic props and 3D effects.]

♪A gentle breeze♪

♪Intentionally touching the heart♪

♪Moored by the lake, ripples spread♪

♪Feet covered by spring mud♪

♪Branches softly murmur in the wind♪

♪Whispering secrets♪

♪Drawing your silhouette under the moon♪

♪As if destined, gazing at your graceful silhouette♪

♪Restlessly searching♪

♪I stay with you even if the twilight turns to a clear evening♪

♪Listening closely to the drizzle in the shadows♪

♪Who can I lean on now?♪

♪Roaming the world together like a pair of lovebirds♪

♪Deeply in love, two hearts in perfect harmony♪

♪A red note as our boat, we navigate with heartfelt devotion♪

♪A folding fan swaying among the stars and clouds♪

♪In this perfect moment♪

♪To meet you♪

♪A gentle breeze♪

♪Intentionally touching the heart♪

♪Moored by the lake, ripples spread♪

♪Feet covered by spring mud♪

♪Branches softly murmur in the wind♪

♪Whispering secrets♪

♪Drawing your silhouette under the moon♪

♪As if destined, gazing at your graceful silhouette♪

♪Restlessly searching♪

♪I stay with you even if the twilight turns to a clear evening♪

♪Listening closely to the drizzle in the shadows♪

♪Who can I lean on now?♪

♪Roaming the world together like a pair of lovebirds♪

♪Deeply in love, two hearts in perfect harmony♪

♪A red note as our boat, we navigate with heartfelt devotion♪

♪A folding fan swaying among the stars and clouds♪

♪In this perfect moment♪

♪To meet you♪