Original subtitles

"Simply One Song" - Hu Zhengjun

♫ Fortunately, I can't get what I want ♫

♫ The sky returns one night and the world is already in song ♫

♫ Unattainable in this life ♫

♫ It's an honor to have the privilege of parting ways at the end of the world ♫

♫ Heaven wishes for eternity, and people cherish the expanse ♫

♫ Not far from her, but nowhere near ♫

♫ The sky is turbulent, the finale about a hundred years later ♫

♫ Fortunately, my longing finally turns into a song ♫

♫ The leaving person waves and the shadow smiles, racing all night through the vast sky ♫

♫ The trees of tranquility have not yet disappeared ♫

♫ Tears of the kind-hearted never cease to disappear ♫

♫ But they never stop ♫

♫ Fortunately, the vast sky is wide open ♫

♫ I think and yearn for one night, I don't dare seek to grow old ♫

♫ There is no need to explain much in this world ♫

♫ If the heartache remains, it'll never stop ♫

♫ How? ♫

[Nancheng Banquet]

[Episode 20]

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Aren't you usually quite talkative?

How come you've all become mute as soon as something happens?

Princess Jiayang died in our Southern Kingdom.

What do you think I should do?

Your Majesty, as the leader of the Thousand Feather Guards,

Yan Changyun initially had Your Majesty's deep trust,

and was responsible for protecting Princess Jiayang's safety.

His failure in this matter is indeed a severe dereliction of duty.

He should bear all the responsibility.

Ning Kingdom has always had ulterior motives.

Their recent visit to Southern Kingdom is even more dubious.

For the mere sake of Princess Jiayang, and lose a great general of our dynasty

is truly a loss greater than the gain.

I hope Your Majesty will think carefully.

Although Commander Yan is not the murderer,

he is responsible for protecting Princess Jiayang's safety.

And he was there when the princess died.

If we can't find the murderer,

then how are we to explain to Ning Kingdom?

Your Majesty, if Yan Changyun doesn't die, Ning Kingdom's anger will hardly subside.

Finding a good commander is harder than raising an army, Your Majesty.

- Please reconsider, Your Majesty. - Please reconsider, Your Majesty.

I'm going in to see someone.

Stop there.

Where's your token?

I have it.

Where's your token?

Think it over, you two.

How would I have come inif I didn't have a token?

Token.

Token.

If you have the token, then you should have said so earlier. Go in.

Thank you, big brother.

Yan Changyun!

Yan Changyun!

Yan Changyun!

Fu Xiao?

- How did you get in? - I paid.

I brought you dumplings. I made them by hand overnight.

You haven't been eating well in here, have you?

You're so young and you can already cook?

I'm not little anymore. I'm already seven years old.

Besides, when my parents are away, I cook for myself.

So, what are we doing here?

Making dumplings.

Aren't these only eaten during festivals?

Who cares whether it's a festival or not.

Do you want to eat them or not?

Of course.

Then go fetch some water for me.

Okay.

Is it tasty?

Yes.

Yan Changyun, this is Xiao Quan's territory.

They haven't bullied you, have they?

Are you joking?

Who am I? Would they dare to bully me?

Okay. They wouldn't dare to bully you.

Time's up.

Big brother, please make an exception for me just this once.

Your money only buys such little time.

Then I'm going back.

You wait for me; I'm going to beg His Majesty right now.

Here, you eat all the dumplings.

I will come to see you again.

If Yan Changyun is released, Ning Kingdom will raise an army to attack.

If Yan Changyun isn't released, then Xiao Quan's schemes will succeed.

Your Majesty!

Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, why did you agree to arrest Yan Changyun?

Princess Jiayang died in the Southern Kingdom,

and she died in Yan Changyun's arms.

This matter is no small issue.

The court officials' petitions have come like a deluge.

All of them demand that I kill Yan Changyun; otherwise, Ning Kingdom will…

But you can't just execute a loyal official of the Southern Kingdom just to appease Ning Kingdom.

I didn't say that I would kill him.

I…

I intend to release him.

Really?

I knew it. Your Majesty is certainly a wise ruler.

Then, could Your Majesty lend me a token,

so I can go and see him in prison?

Sure, come here.

Take this.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, about Commander Yan…

I'm going to see him.

Greetings, Lord Xiao.

Are you sleeping, Commander Yan?

It seems that the Ministry of Justice's prison beds suit you well.

If you like it, feel free to stay a few more days.

Lord Xiao seems very pleased.

I've just suspected that there's a problem with the Dark-Green Imperial Incense,

and then Princess Jiayang died.

Lord Xiao truly employs drastic measures.

I have no idea what you're talking about.

Dark-Green Imperial Incense is from the Ning Kingdom.

How would I know what's inside it?

As far as I know, before I suspected there was an issue with the Dark-Green Imperial Incense,

Lord Xiao had already prevented Her Majesty from using the Dark-Green Imperial Incense.

You've been hindering my investigation all this time.

First, by luring and capturing Chu Yue then by killing the former people of the Qin Family.

Even going so far as to harm Princess Jiayang, and putting me in mortal danger.

But it is precisely because of this,

that I was able to see clearly the true killer behind the Guanyou Incident.

It solved the mystery that has been in my heart for many years.

You should have died long ago.

Yes.

The fact that you didn't kill me 15 years ago...

must be your biggest regret.

For 15 years, you've lived in disgrace and have not been able to clear your family's name.

That must be your greatest regret, Qin Yan.

To tell you the truth.

Even if you kill me now,

it won't be of any use.

Your Qin Family will forever be branded as traitorous officials and rebels.

And you won't even be able to walk out of the Ministry of Justice's prison.

I advise you to just wait for death here.

Even if Your Majesty doesn't execute you,

I can easily fabricate some unfounded charges against you,

and let you die here.

And who would be able to doubt it?

Then I would advise Lord Xiao to take action quickly.

Otherwise, once I get out, it will be you who dies.

I'll be waiting for you.

[Prisoner]

[Ministry of Justice's Prison]

This is the Ministry of Justice's prison.

What are the Thousand Feather Guards doing here?

What are we here for?

The land under my feet is the capital's.

The Thousand Feather Guards are responsible for the protection of the capital's safety.

We need to enter.

Yes, we need to go in!

Without my command, no one may enter.

Lord Xiao, please hold.

By His Majesty's oral decree, we're to enter on his behalf to visit Commander Yan.

May I go in, then?

- Hurry, open the door. - Okay.

Yan Changyun.

Fu Xiao, how did you get here?

HisMajesty gave me a token,

and he said that he'll release you soon.

It's not that simple;

His Majesty will not let me go easily.

He said it himself.

Moreover, he also knows that you're not involved in this matter.

But the court of civil and military officials will not think the same.

And the Ning Kingdom will not let things go easily.

I'm worried that the Ning Kingdom will take this opportunity to provoke a war.

What you're worried about is the country,

but what I'm worried about is you.

Rest assured, after all, I didn't kill Her Highness.

It won't be so easy for Xiao Quan to kill me.

As long as the murderer and the secret within the Dark-Green Imperial Incense is found,

His Majesty will naturally vindicate me.

Understood, me and Tianjiao will quickly investigate and rescue you.

[Imperial Spring Palace]

[Emulating the Worthy]

Greetings, Your Majesty.

Rise.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

I called you here to—

Your Majesty, are you intending to release Commander Yan?

The matter of Princess Jiayang is yet unresolved.

And since Commander Yan isn't the murderer, so…

Your Majesty, please reconsider at all costs.

Although Commander Yan is not the murderer,

the princess died due to his negligence.

If Commander Yan is released without evidence,

then it may well exacerbate the conflict and escalate the situation.

At that time, officials from all departments will voice their challenges.

Your Majesty will find yourself in a situation of both internal and external troubles.

I hope Your Majesty will think carefully before making a decision.

You may leave now.

I'll be leaving for now.

I wonder how Tianjiao and the others are progressing with the investigation.

Fu Xiao.

Senior Sister,

Master's affection for you has not been in vain.

You still remember Master.

Have you regained your memory?

Reach out your hand.

Master is very skilled in medicine. Let him take a look at you.

If the medicine is good, why is he in a wheelchair?

Senior Sister.

Sorry.

A healer cannot heal oneself, that's all.

You don't distrust me even now, do you?

You look so good; you must be a kind person.

I believe you.

Still so glib even now.

There are old injuries inside.

However, the recovery has been quite good during this period.

Don't worry, your memory can be restored.

It just needs a little time.

Thank you, Master.

Come back with me.

Let me take good care of you. So, your memory may recover quickly.

I'm sorry, Master.

I can't go back right now.

I have someone I like.

He's in prison now, and I have to save him.

Senior Sister.

Have you really betrayed Master?

It's not betrayal. Yan Changyun is in trouble now.

I can't just leave like this.

After the matter is resolved,

I will go and ask for your forgiveness.

I hope you won't blame me.

Enough.

I'm tired. You may go.

Then I won't disturb you.

I'm leaving.

Master, don't be angry. Senior Sister is bewitched.

Once Yan Changyun is executed, she'll return.

[Thousand Feather Guards]

Why did you just come? I've been waiting for you for a long time.

Are you all right?

I'm fine; I got held up by some matters.

[Autopsy] This was obtained by the coroner.

Unstoppable bleeding,

the shape of the knife wound is unusual.

Do you remember this plum blossom dagger given by Master?

One cut and the bleeding won't stop.

It's her.

Master.

Come in.

Master, where is Eldest Senior Sister?

Qing Li?

She's at Wanshi Pavilion. What's wrong?

Master, actually, I discovered the wounds on Princess Jiayang's body.

It's a wound by a plum blossom triangular dagger.

Isn't that Senior Sister's weapon?

Are you suspecting Qing Li killed Princess Jiayang?

Senior Sister, although Eldest Senior Sister is petty and jealous,

but killing the Princess of the Ning Kingdom could affect relations between the two countries, and even lead to war.

She wouldn't do such a thing.

Fu Xiao, do you think that I gave the orders?

No, Master.

I didn't mean that. Please don't overthink it.

Master, could there possibly be a chance

that she killed Princess Jiayang without your knowledge?

Senior Sister, you're still suspecting Master.

If you really think it's Master, then you might as well arrest Master directly.

Qing Yun.

Master.

Return to Wanshi Pavilion tomorrow and check if Qing Li is still there.

Okay.

Fu Xiao, rest assured.

If it was really her,

I'll certainly not let this unfilial disciple go.

If it really was her, why would she do it?

I haven't figured it out either.

By the way, Fu Xiao, have you thought it through?

Do you want to come back with me?

Master, I just remembered that there's something important I haven't done yet.

I'm on my way right now.

Remember to tell me once you find out.

Imperial Physician Qu, wake up quickly!

Miss Xiao. Lord Wei.

Okay, Imperial Physician Qu, have you found out anything or not?

Does the Dark-Green Imperial Incense contain vermilion silver powder?

Ever since Commander Yan assigned me a perfumer,

I've been working tirelessly with them for several days.

- Although the process was arduous— - Let's talk about the results.

Yes, it indeed contains vermilion silver powder.

However, the art of fragrance-making in the Ning Kingdom is very exquisite.

For now, I still can't extract vermilion silver powder from the Dark-Green Imperial Incense.

Brother Qiang. Lord Wei. You're here too.

Imperial Physician Qu, the medicine you prescribed to me last time seems to be working.

I'm not addicted to Dark-Green Imperial Incense anymore.

Do you have any more? Prescribe me some more.

- Imperial Physician Qu, - This...

vermilion silver powder can't be extracted from Dark-Green Imperial Incense.

But it can be extracted from Liu Yidao's body. Right?

This might work.

I have seen it in a fragment of a medical book.

The urine extraction method.

Liu Yidao.

Hurry up.

[Imperial Medical Bureau]

That stinks.

Look, this contains vermilion silver powder.

Princess Jiayang of the Ning Kingdom,

came all the way to the Southern Kingdom with sincerity.

Just for the benefit of the people of both countries.

Yet she met with this tragedy and died innocently.

I hope that Your Majesty of the Southern Kingdom will punish the murderer severely,

and show justice for Princess Jiayang's death.

We are deeply grieved by the princess's death.

However, the investigation of the murderer is still underway.

What more is there to investigate?

Princess Jiayang died in the arms of the commander of the Thousand Feather Guards.

Even if Yan Changyun isn't the murderer, he can't be absolved of responsibility and must be punished severely.

Your Majesty, please execute Yan Changyun.

I...

The people saw that Commander Yan didn't do it that day.

Then why did the princess die in Yan Changyun's arms?

In order that our princess can receive fair treatment,

we've already sent a message back to the Ning Kingdom.

If the Southern Kingdom refuses to execute Yan Changyun,

then don't blame me when the Ning Kingdom starts an attack.

You may have a hundred thousand cavalries,

but the Thousand Feather Guards of the Southern Kingdom are not pushovers either.

- Greetings, Your Majesty. - Please rise.

Envoys, the Southern Kingdom has always been reasonable.

The princess's death in the Southern Kingdom grieves us as well.

So many were there that day, yet the murder weapon has vanished.

Judging from the fatal wound on the princess's body,

the murder weapon is a plum blossom triangular short blade.

Therefore, the murder must be someone else.

There must be someone plotting behind the scenes.

Lord Xiao has a point.

Regarding this kind of person inciting war between two nations and murdering the princess,

I feel deeply sorry.

The Southern Kingdom sincerely wishes to have good relations with the Ning Kingdom.

That's right, there is also another matter

that requires the Ning Kingdom envoy to clarify for us.

Stop beating around the bush, speak directly.

Bring it up.

Isn't this Eunuch Liu?

How did he end up like this?

That's Xiao Daozi, look.

This is Eunuch Liu;

you may not recognize him.

But he is the most trusted eunuch by His Majesty's side.

His Majesty finds it hard to endure even a single day without him.

That's correct.

It is because he used Ning Kingdom's Dark-Green Imperial Incense.

Here, take a look!

Look at what he has become.

A person who was once lively and jumpy,

now has such a severe problem.

What do you say is the reason?

How would we know the reason?

Fine, let me tell you.

The imperial doctor found vermilion silver powder in the Dark-Green Imperial Incense.

The Dark-Green Imperial Incense contains vermilion silver powder.

In the Southern Kingdom, vermilion silver powder is strictly prohibited.

Shouldn't you give us an explanation?

Jiaojiao.

Your Majesty, this was extracted from within Eunuch Liu's body by the imperial doctor.

Due to excessive exposure to Dark-Green Imperial Incense,

this is proof of vermilion silver powder deposits in the body.

You have come from afar as guests, and I have treated you with respect.

However, regarding this matter,

shouldn't you give me an explanation?

This matter concerned the diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Without evidence, I didn't wish to bring it to the table.

But you press aggressively.

My Southern Kingdom's wealth and strength nullify any fear of the Ning Kingdom.

We don't attack others yet fear no invader.

It's just that I am the ruler of a nation.

I have to consider the people of the entire nation.

That is why I value peace when dealing with you.

Dark-Green Imperial Incense contains vermilion silver powder.

We were unaware of this!

We ask for Your Majesty's discernment.

Enough.

I'm not so petty.

Trade between the Southern Kingdom and the Ning Kingdom shall continue.

But this Dark-Green Imperial Incense is absolutely forbidden.

To compensate for the wounded hearts of our Southern Kingdom's people,

we shall add another 20 percent to the tariffs.

[Imperial Spring Palace]

Secretary Xiao, what is your view on today's court discussions?

Your Majesty, today the court has already presented proof to the Ning Kingdom.

Dark-Green Imperial Incense contains vermilion silver powder.

Ning Kingdom's actions are of unclear intent.

Since they are in the wrong, then regarding Ning Kingdom's demand for me to execute Yan Changyun,

I will not comply.

What's the matter? Do you have doubts?

I dare not.

It's just that, Your Majesty,

after all, Princess Jiayang did die in our Southern Kingdom.

There must be an explanation, mustn't there?

I have a temporary solution.

During the New Year's Eve festival, a thief committed theft,

and was blind to fortune and mistakenly killed the innocent Princess Jiayang.

While we express our deep sorrow,

we're also willing to send this thief to the Ning Kingdom.

Are we short of death row inmates in our Ministry of Justice?

Then what about Yan Changyun?

As the commander of the Thousand Feather Guards,

he neglected his duty, and resulting in Princess Jiayang's death.

We must, after all, give a solution to the Ning Kingdom.

A solution, of course, will be given.

I will punish Yan Changyun and replace the commander of the Thousand Feather Guards.

Yan Changyun is to be demoted to a commoner.

This counts as giving a solution to the Ning Kingdom.

It is also a solution to the civil and military officials of the court.

I obey the decree.

Upon investigation, it is confirmed that Yan Changyun is not the murderer.

However, the Thousand Feathers Guards were responsible for Princess Jiayang's safety,

and Yan Changyun has the crime of dereliction of duty.

He is now demoted to a commoner and will never be employed again.

[Ministry of Justice's Prison]

♫ A vast sea of ​​people, long roads ♫

♫ A childhood meeting that is unforgettable in the passing years ♫

♫ There are many vicissitudes of life in the world, each side at the ends of the earth ♫

♫ The twilight falls and scatters, the moonlight comforts the parting dead ♫

♫ Going in circles, it's still the same as before ♫

♫ The human world has tender sentiments, the word "love" is hidden in the palm of your hand ♫

♫ Drawing a sword to cut the water, the water keeps flowing ♫

♫ Time flies like water, yet I trust you have been well since we last met ♫

♫ Fierce horses and bright clothes, all to marry you in your bridal red ♫

​♫ Love amidst the vast sea, it's intoxication is the hardest to let go ♫

♫ What harm is there to give up this life for you? ♫

♫ I keep this tenderness to myself ♫

♫ To be drunk with you for a time ♫

♫ If I could truly fall in love with you ♫

​♫ Why should I be afraid of the wind and snow disturbing my heart? ♫

♫ Never giving up, never forgetting, never regretting is my heartfelt wish for you ♫

♫ If I could fill pages with my affection for you ♫

This dish is called "White Revealing Red".

Because tofu is pure and flawless, and it especially dispels bad luck.

Prepared for you.

This is impressive; it's called "Complete Roundness".

Eat a bit more.

I already know.

When I was in prison,

you ran around everywhere to prove my innocence.

And even battled in debate with the four nobles in court.

That's very impressive.

Isn't this what I should have done?

Brother Yan, it's all due to my incompetence.

When you were in prison, I didn't help in any way.

I'm sorry.

Boss, Commander Wei is here.

Commander Wei, please, take a seat quickly.

No!

A traitor can't sit at the table.

My serving as the commander of the Thousand Feather Guards was an order from above.

It has nothing to do with me; I'm innocent.

Boss!

All right, you two stop teasing him.

Sit down now.

Boss, it's not that we didn't come to pick you up from prison.

- Someone didn't allow us. - Eat your food.

Come, let's first welcome the boss back home.

- Here. - Come on, Boss.

Thank you, everyone.

Come.

Miss, it's already this late, why are you still working?

You should rest earlier.

Today is a good day because Brother Yan was released from prison.

I want to give him the clothes I sewed myself.

It's like a welcome gift to cleanse the dirt of the outside world.

It's almost finished.

Later, help me deliver it to the young master.

Miss, others may not know you, but don't I know you well?

You've waited for the young master for so many years,

yet he has not given you a proper status to this day.

Before, no one competed with you, but now Fu Xiao has suddenly appeared.

The two of them are always so affectionate every day,

I think the young master is very fond of Fu Xiao.

Miss, I'm afraid you have devoted so many years in vain.

- Don't talk nonsense. - Miss, I'm not talking nonsense.

I just feel it's not worth it for you, waiting all these years for nothing.

All right, you may leave first.

Yes.

Someone told me, those freshly freed from prison,

should use pomelo leaves to ward off bad luck.

This is a new set of clothes specially prepared for you.

I have already ironed them.

Here.

Fu Xiao. I'm sorry for making you worry this time.

You are mine.

Of course, I will worry about you.

Promise me, no matter what happens in the future,

you must protect yourself first.

But what if it's like this time?

What if you are in danger?

Your being in danger is the greatest danger to me.

I understand.

Mother, everyone at the house says you have left,

and will never return.

They're lying to me, aren't they?

[Madam Lei's Tablet, Mother Liu] You'll return, right?

Father has gone to perform military duties again.

Once again, I'm alone at home.

Mother, I miss you so much.

May I stay here with you?

I never expected Miss Chu Yue to come to me on her own initiative.

Please have a seat.

Fu Xiao is the murderer who killed Guo Zhen.

Do you think I care who killed Guo Zhen?

Who killed Guo Zhen doesn't matter to Lord Xiao, of course.

But Fu Xiao took the jade ring from Guo Zhen's hand.

I wonder if you are interested in this.

Originally, Yan Changyun didn't kill Fu Xiao just because of this jade ring.

I think you might have misunderstood, Miss.

What does all this you've said have to do with me?

Lord Xiao, something that Yan Changyun is so eager to obtain,

aren't you the least bit curious that it may contain a few secrets?

Too much curiosity does you no good.

Aren't you afraid of bringing trouble upon yourself, Miss?

Of course,

but I'm more afraid of losing someone important.

Fu Xiao shouldn't have fallen in love with Yan Changyun.

Yan Changyun is my man.

Fine.

Since you've asked, I'm willing to relieve your worries.

- Xue Ying. - Yes.

- Keep a close eye on her for me. - Understood.

Lord, is that ring really so important?

I'm worried that the hidden secrets

about the Guanyou Incident is inside that ring.

General Guo is a man of Duke Ding.

Together, we'll use vermilion silver powder to bring down Duke Ding.

Once it's done, General, you will surely get what you wish.

Promotion to a high position.

I, Guo, promise here that after success,

I will never return to the capital in this life.

The future of Ning Kingdom's throne now rests in the hands of you two.

[Signatories Guo Zhen, Ge Heng, Xiao Quan]

However, it wasn't long after the Qin Family's incident

that the agreement was destroyed.

Congratulations General Guo, you have achieved your wish.

Congratulations to you too.

Also, congratulations to Young Master Xiao on successfully eliminating a major threat.

Ning Kingdom's future still greatly relies on the support of both of you.

You two, the tripartite agreement that we signed

should be destroyed as soon as possible.

Lest it falls into the wrong hands.

Do you worry that what Guo Zhen destroyed was a fake agreement?

If Fu Xiao regains her memory,

and shows that jade ring,

then Yan Changyun will reveal the secrets of the Guanyou Incident.

It seems we really can't afford to keep Fu Xiao.

- Xue Ying. - Yes.

Arrange a meeting with Bai Yi for me.

Understood.

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"Promise" - Jiang Yu Han & Wang Hong

♫ A vast sea of ​​people, long roads ♫

♫ A childhood meeting that is unforgettable in the passing years ♫

♫ There are many vicissitudes of life in the world, each side at the ends of the earth ♫

♫ The twilight falls and scatters, the moonlight comforts the parting dead ♫

♫ Going in circles, it's still the same as before ♫

♫ The human world has tender sentiments, the word "love" is hidden in the palm of your hand ♫

♫ Drawing a sword to cut the water, the water keeps flowing ♫

♫ Time flies like water, yet I trust you have been well since we last met ♫

♫ Fierce horses and bright clothes, all to marry you in your bridal red ♫

​♫ Love amidst the vast sea, it's intoxication is the hardest to let go ♫

♫ What harm is there to give up this life for you? ♫

♫ I keep this tenderness to myself ♫

♫ To be drunk with you for a time ♫

♫ If I could truly fall in love with you ♫

​♫ Why should I be afraid of the wind and snow disturbing my heart? ♫

♫ Never giving up, never forgetting, never regretting is my heartfelt wish for you ♫

♫ If I could fill pages with my affection for you ♫

♫ Why fear the world's high mountains and long rivers? ♫

♫ One thought, one dream, a lifetime, I place you in my heart ♫

♫ If I could truly fall in love with you ♫

♫ Why should I be afraid of the wind and snow disturbing my heart? ♫

♫ Never giving up, never forgetting, never regretting is my heartfelt wish for you ♫

♫ If I could fill pages with my affection for you ♫

♫ Why fear the world's high mountains and long rivers? ♫

♫ One thought, one dream, a lifetime ♫

♫ I place you in my heart ♫