Original subtitles

=The Rise of Ning=jbouuk

(Adapted from Wen Tan's novel "Chancellor Training Handbook" from Jinjiang Literature)

=Episode 35=

The man I like

should be dashing,

have excellent character

and talent, not just book-smart,

be aware of the world but not overly sophisticated,

be skilled in martial arts, be resilient,

and must protect and cherish me.

When I'm with him,

he'll understand what I truly want

and make me feel secure.

That's quite a high standard.

This man

is truly one of a kind.

Aside from me, are there really any others like him around us?

♪A glance at a fleeting bond makes it hard to know what's next♪

♪The paired shadows, who do they correspond to?♪

♪Sorrows concealed behind brows, past memories need not be pursued♪

♪Your dream, my wish, intertwined together♪

Greetings, Old Madam Wei.

Duke Ying.

Third Yong Master Luo, it's been a long while.

I haven't come here for some time.

I was thinking

of making up the lessons for her.

Sure. Go ahead.

Go and study.

Go on.

Master,

what book will we be reading today?

"Strolling by the eastern gate, beauties are as many as clouds in the sky.

Even so, none of them is the one I long for.

Only the one in plain clothes and a green headscarf captures my heart.

When I saunter outside the city, beauties are as plenty as cogon grass.

Even so, none of them is the one I hold dear.

Only the one in plain clothes with a red handkerchief stirs my heart."

What book is this?

I don't understand.

Yining,

once I tie

all the loose ends,

I'll come and propose.

After that,

I'll teach you the meaning of it.

You're going to propose to the Sun Family?

Who told you that?

Don't ask.

Why are you smiling?

You are angry

because you're jealous.

I've already rejected the Sun Family.

This has nothing to do with me.

Of course it does.

Before I propose marriage to you,

I can't let anyone steal you away.

Well,

I can't decide this.

I don't think there's anyone

who can decide your marriage.

You should treat me better.

♪No regrets upon having you this life♪

♪A fate nurtured by two devoted hearts♪

♪Looking forward to a life together♪

Well-drawn.

Who tells you to write something on it?

All right. I'm sorry.

True.

As you said,

paintings and calligraphy

don't necessarily exist together.

You're now

the imperial scholar with three top scores.

When you're promoted to the highest rank in the future,

perhaps I'll have

to bid a high price for this painting.

So, do you want me to write an inscription

or not?

Go ahead, then.

May the world

always

be filled with joy.

I hope you will forever

be happy

and with me.

Stand right there.

Sir.

Are they searching for someone again?

Sir.

(Wanted, Yang Ling)

Sir,

these are fresh seafood.

It can't hold on longer.

Kindly do us a favor.

Let them go.

Hold up.

What are those on the cart?

Sir,

these are fresh seafood.

Open them.

No, please, sir.

All the boxes are sealed properly.

They'll spoil

if you open them.

Sir, please understand.

I'm just a vendor

trying to make a living.

Marquis Lu, the goods are fine.

What's wrong, sir?

Yang Ling, I knew it was you.

Get him.

I'm Yang Ling, Vice Minister of Revenue.

I've been framed while investigating a smuggling case.

Someone wants to silence me!

Retreat.

Give chase.

Yang Ling, the criminal,

now surrender peacefully.

I've been wrongfully accused.

Take him down.

Stop.

Marquis Lu.

News travels fast, Minister Luo.

You show up

right after Yang Ling enters the city gate.

I happened to pass by

and heard a noise over here,

so I came to check it out.

You happened to pass by?

The Imperial Guards are arresting a criminal,

so you should step aside.

Imperial Court of Judicial manages the prison

and investigates officials and all matters.

This case

should be handled by us,

so you should step aside.

You're entitled to investigate the case

but don't have the power to make arrests.

Once I capture the criminal

and report it to His Majesty,

if Imperial Court of Judicial

is ordered to take over this case,

I'll hand over the criminal to you.

Minister Luo,

I've been falsely accused.

Please seek justice for me.

According to national laws,

if a criminal claims innocence,

entitled officials will take over the case

and report it to His Majesty.

Since the Imperial Guards have

already captured the criminal,

you may leave the rest to me.

Step aside, Minister Luo.

- Chancellor Wang. - Chancellor Wang.

I didn't expect Yang Ling

to be captured so quickly.

Well done, Marquis Lu.

I'm just doing my duty.

It's a coincidence, though.

His Majesty just issued a decree.

If Yang Ling is arrested,

the case will be handled by both the Imperial Guards

and the Imperial Court of Judicial.

- Yes, Your Excellency. - Yes, Your Excellency.

Escort Yang Ling to Imperial Court of Judicial.

Chancellor Wang, Marquis Lu,

I shall take my leave.

Chancellor Wang,

Imperial Court of Judicial suddenly steps in,

- I'm worried... - Why worry?

There's solid evidence against Yang Ling.

The results won't change

no matter who conducts the interrogation.

You're right.

Besides, Yang Ling is just a mere vice minister.

He must be acting on the orders of Sun Jie.

Sun Jie?

Your Lordship.

Your Lordship,

those vendors all got away.

Judging by their skills,

they must be Chen Jiuheng's accomplices.

Monitor everyone inside

and outside the capital closely,

especially Luo Shenyuan.

Yes.

It's only a few lashes,

and he's already fainted.

Come.

Wake him up.

I'll take a rest.

Please continue, Minister Luo.

(Caifu Abode)

Shenyuan always knows the boundaries.

Since he's been appointed

to handle Yang Ling's case,

why are there negative opinions about him?

Yang Ling

was heavily tortured during his interrogation.

Many people say

that he's trying to distance himself.

Why would he do that?

Tea is the main source

of military provisions and taxes.

One could lose their head

for smuggling tea.

Plus, Yang Ling is his senior.

How can he avoid suspicion

if he's not strict enough?

Of course,

I approve of his action.

This is the right thing to do in situations like this.

Third Brother isn't that kind of person.

He always knows

what he's doing.

Yes, I agree.

Shenyuan

isn't an ungrateful person.

You're short-sighted.

If Shenyuan got involved,

the entire Luo Family would also be domed.

Shenyuan has his own considerations.

You can only see the surface

but not the meaning behind it.

Fine.

Everything you say is right.

I'd like to see

what the meaning behind his action is, all right?

Mother,

when will Third Brother return home?

He hasn't come back in the past few days.

He's been dealing with the case.

Unless Yang Ling's case concludes,

I don't think he'll come back.

Madam.

Why the panic?

Ms. Wu is here.

Mother, if you have something urgent to attend to,

I'll leave first.

Spend a few days here when you have time.

Greetings, Second Master Luo.

Greetings, Madam Lin.

Ms. Wu, please take a seat.

Thank you, Madam Lin.

Why did you come

on short notice?

I could've sent someone to pick you up at the city gate.

Please don't say that.

You flatter me.

I just came here to relay a message.

It's trouble for you to come all the way here.

You could've just written a letter.

No, Old Madam Lin said

this is a serious matter,

so I must

personally deliver the message.

Ms. Wu, please tell us.

No, Old Madam Lin said

I must say it in front of you

and Young Master Mao.

Rui Xiang, bring Mao here.

Yes.

Leave it there.

Yixiu.

Why am I sleeping?

When did you arrive?

I just arrived.

Are you really tired lately?

That's a good sign.

It means more wealth is pouring in.

I brought you some soup

and some dried fish for Fugui.

Fugui is not a cat.

It can't eat dried fish.

Oh, right. I shouldn't have brought that.

But I can't let your

good intentions be wasted.

Fugui,

let's not be picky over food.

Come. Drink some soup.

Did you prepare this?

The kitchen did.

Greetings, Sixth Lady.

Young Master Mao, someone from Lin'an came.

Madam Lin wants you to go to the front hall.

Who came?

It's Ms. Wu.

Why did she come here?

Who's Ms. Wu?

She's my mother's handmaiden

who's served her since childhood

and my sister's governess.

She's the nearest maid beside my mother

and has never left.

Perhaps it's about our marriage.

I'll be right back.

Where's she?

Let's go.

Ms. Wu, you're here.

Young Master Mao, you're here.

Why did Mother

send you here?

Who will take care of her

when you're away?

Since you're here,

I'll start delivering the message boldly.

I entrusted your brother

to you,

and yet he's become rebellious.

You must reflect on yourself.

The marriage between Mao and the Sixth Lady

is never possible.

I've been rejecting it

for more than one time,

and you kept writing

back to Lin'an.

Do you want to drive me crazy?

If Mao still won't give up,

from now on,

neither of you

will return to Lin'an.

The family register

won't have your names either.

What's wrong with Yixiu?

How could Mother judge her even before meeting her?

Young Master Mao,

don't be mad at me.

I'm just a messenger.

Ms. Wu, please relay this message back.

I like Yixiu.

I, Lin Mao, swear to heaven.

I will marry no one but Yixiu.

If I ever go against this vow,

lighting will strike me down.

I will live alone until I die and have no children...

Old Madam Lin also said

that if you disobey her

and insist on marrying a murderer's daughter,

she might as well take her own life.

If you dare to appear at her funeral,

you will be kicked out.

Ms. Wu.

Second Master Luo.

Yixiu is the legitimate daughter

of the Luo Family.

Yes, her mother has done something wrong,

but she's already been punished.

The entire Luo Family

is backing Yixiu up.

Even if the Lin Family doesn't accept her,

the Luo Family couldn't care less about that.

- Second Master... - That being said,

true love is precious. Not many couples can get together.

If they truly love each other,

shouldn't we elders

set aside our prejudices

and support them?

I will relay your words

to Old Madam Lin.

However, Old Master Lin and Old Madam Lin

are very determined.

Even though the Lin Family isn't a prestigious family,

we're affluent

in Jiangnan.

The business credibility depends on a good reputation and connections.

We can't afford to bear rumors.

What rumors?

Yixiu is innocent.

She even chose justice over family.

Enough.

We understand

what Mother is trying to say.

I've already conveyed the message.

I should get going now.

You just arrived.

Why don't you

stay here for a few more days?

Old Madam Lin

wants me to leave right after this.

She doesn't have any other messages.

I didn't know the Lin Family

had more rules than us.

The merchant family, you know.

Hairu, Second Master,

I'm determined to marry Yixiu.

It seems

Father and Mother won't change their minds easily.

Give me some time to think about it.

Fugui?

Where's Yixiu?

Too bad.

(Danhua Abode)

Don't be upset, Young Lady.

But what Ms. Wu said

was true.

Yixiu.

Why are you here?

You have a guest.

Ms. Wu has left.

What's wrong with you?

Your eyes are red.

I got some sand in my eyes.

It's fine.

Let me blow it out.

Someone's here.

Did you hear

what Ms. Wu said?

Don't take it to heart.

I know your parents

disapprove of my mother's behavior.

But even if she's a terrible person,

she's still my mother.

I know,

so I resolve this matter well.

Trust me.

Why?

You don't believe I can convince my parents?

I do trust you,

but I don't want to put you on the spot.

If you fall out

with your parents because of me,

it would be

a great sin for me.

Just wait for me.

(Imperial Court of Judicial)

(Imperial Court of Judicial)

Young Lady,

are you waiting here for Third Young Master?

Young Lady Wei, what brings you here?

Just passing by.

Please make way, Your Lordship.

Let's go.

Marquis Lu, what do you mean?

I suppose you specifically came here

for something important, right?

Perhaps I can

bring you in.

I'm just

offering to help.

Come this way.

Just kill me.

I won't grant your wish so easily.

Come clean.

Why did you kill all of them?

I didn't kill anyone.

They were already dead

when I boarded the ship.

At this rate,

stop denying it.

I really didn't kill them.

This is a set-up.

They lured me onto the ship

and planted a few people to feign injury

to accuse me of murder.

I was investigating smuggling.

I wanted the suspects alive.

Why would I kill them?

It wouldn't do me any good.

Are you suggesting

that the smugglers killed their own people

and sank the ship

just to frame you?

Who are you trying to convince?

This is the truth.

Whether you believe it or not is up to you.

What brings you here?

Young Lady Wei seems to have come here to see you

for something important,

so I brought her in.

This is absurd!

This is the official investigation premises.

Unauthorized people aren't allowed to enter.

Minister Luo,

are you

blaming me?

I'm just

being realistic.

Leave right now.

Who was the lady just now?

Chancellor Wang,

she used to be my sister at the Luo's Residence,

and now she's the legitimate daughter of Duke Ying.

I've heard a bit

about Duke Ying's lost daughter.

It seems

you're quite close

to this young lady.

She even came to the Imperial Court of Judicial for you.

That's not true.

We rarely met each other since she moved

into Duke Ying's Residence.

I don't know why she came here.

It's fine.

You can ask her now.

There's no need. The interrogation is more important.

All right.

Young Lady Wei,

I suppose you haven't seen

this side of your Third Brother, have you?

Whether I've seen it or not

is our own business.

It doesn't concern you, does it?

Yang Ling is his senior,

and yet he still uses torture on him.

Why are you telling me this?

As a woman,

I don't know much about court affairs.

Why?

Are you not willing to believe

this is his true nature?

Marquis Lu, do you have no work to do?

Why do you always block my way?

A man who can lie low and endure humiliation

until today

shows that he's

an unscrupulous person

and will pay any price

to achieve his goal.

Haven't you seen through him yet?

I know very well

what kind of person he is.

Today, he sacrificed his senior.

In the future, he can also sacrifice his family.

Luo's Residence once mistreated him.

Do you think

he'd care about the family ties you value?

Not to mention,

he's a lowly spawn...

Do not insult him.

Young Lady Wei,

I'm truly afraid you'll get hurt.

Lu Jiaxue,

you're the last person who can say that.

Are you all right, Young Lady?

Let's go.

Where are you going?

I'm going back to Lin'an.

Because of Yixiu?

Yes.

Mao...

Don't need to persuade me.

I've already made up my mind.

I'm going to explain everything to Father and Mother.

I'm not here to persuade you.

I'm saying

that I'll go back with you.

Perhaps I can help you.

Hairu...

Hairu, you've helped me a lot.

I can't always rely on you.

I've decided.

I want to stand on my own feet

and give Yixiu a peaceful life.

You've grown up.

I'll arrange a carriage for you tomorrow.

Don't just go back unprepared.

The journey can be dangerous.

Hairu, you're always so kind to me.

Yixiu is a decent lady.

I'll be at ease if you can marry her.

I'll return home and try my best.

I want to let Father and Mother know

how wonderful Yixiu is.

Well, if you really wish

to marry Yixiu,

think twice before you talk or act

after you go back.

Don't be so stubborn

and talk back to them.

You know very well

how Father and Mother are.

They'll accept it if you speak nicely.

Come and help me tie this up.

Hairu, I don't need all these.

You don't have to prepare them for me.

These gifts are for Father, Mother,

and the family.

You can't just go back home empty-handed.

By the way,

go and bid farewell to Old Madam Luo later.

Don't forget your manners.

I almost forgot.

Hairu, I'll be on my way.

Safe trip.

Go ahead.

Young Lady!

Young Lady!

What's it?

Young Master Lin

went to Muxi Hall early this morning

to bid farewell to Old Madam.

He's returned to Lin'an.

Young Lady.

Second Aunt.

You're here, Yixiu.

The kitchen

prepared some pastries today.

Come and have a taste.

Second Aunt,

we should go and get Lin Mao back.

Why?

I know

he went back home because of me.

Don't worry.

He'll be back soon.

Honestly, I heard everything Ms. Wu said

that day.

Good girl.

Don't take it personally.

They're not speaking

about you personally.

What if

Lin Mao really cuts ties with his family

because of me

and upsets

his parents?

I don't want him to leave his family just because of me.

Do you want him to marry someone else

and do nothing about it instead?

Look at this white sugar cake. It's so delicate.

Everyone says it's delicious.

However, Mao

only likes this black sesame pastry.

Only those who try it

will know how tasty it is.

Mao just wants to fight for something

he truly desires,

so let him.

Don't worry.

Before he left, I reminded him

to speak nicely to Father and Mother

and not to be aggressive.

If they really beat him,

it's all right.

He's tough.

He can take a few beatings.

If he's beaten to a limp,

I'll go to Lin'an right away.

Don't worry.

Here.

Eat this.

Thank you, Second Aunt.

(Imperial Court of Judicial)

I'm not wearing this.

Young Master.

Why did you come here, Master?

I don't deserve you

calling me master.

His Majesty has closed the case

and is going to execute Yang Ling during the autumn equinox.

I've also been ordered to retire and return to my hometown.

Are you happy now?

- I wouldn't dare, Master. - Father.

Third Yong Master Luo,

is there really no hope for Yang's case?

I don't mind being told to retire and leave,

but Yang Ling was framed.

You have to think of something to save him.

Master,

there are witnesses and conclusive evidence.

There's nothing I can do.

You know Yang Ling was framed,

and His Majesty has been deceived.

As the main judge,

you failed to discern the truth

and sentenced an innocent man to life.

How are you any different from the people like Wang Yuan?

The truth is, Yang Ling

was being reckless.

I've said it earlier.

His behavior

is digging his own grave.

You!

So this is the student

I have groomed?

Master,

His Majesty wants you to retire and return to your hometown

because he appreciates your past contributions.

If you'd take my advice,

stop intervening in this matter.

Very well.

You indeed have a quack

for making smart decisions, Minister Luo.

If I had known you were this kind of person,

I would never have taken you as my student!

Father.

Master.

Get off of me!

Even if I fall and die,

I'll never let you help me.

- Please calm down, Master. - Shut it!

I don't have an ungrateful student

like you!

Father.

Be careful.

Are you all right, Young Master?

Mr. Sun kicked you just now.

I'm afraid rumors will spread tomorrow morning.

Isn't this what we want?

Yang Ling, what else do you have to say?

I do.

I want to say...

What's it? Louder.

You should hit harder.

To win Wang Yuan's trust,

this isn't enough.

You should hit harder

to convince him that I confess out of fear of pain.

If not, you can't gain his trust.

I won't let anything happen to you.

What's there to celebrate in being alive and to mourn for death?

You were right.

I was too reckless.

This old geezer is ruthless.

It's no easy task to gain his trust.

You're more discreet than I am.

But be very careful.

Protect yourself

and those around you.

I know.

I'm only afraid that Master will worry

and that others might misunderstand you.

What I want to say is

you're forcing me to admit something I didn't do.

Luo Shenyuan,

you're ungrateful!

I mistrusted you!

I mistrusted you!

Take care.

(Yanrong Pavilion)

Young Master,

I think Young Lady Yining is still in Yanrong Pavilion.

I saw Qing Qu.

Third Brother.

What brings you here?

You must be hungry.

I'll prepare some food for you.

I'm not hungry.

That day,

I'm sorry.

That day,

I was being too reckless.

Also,

you were right.

Did I scare you?

Third Brother,

regarding

your situation with Official Yang,

I know you've had a plan.

But have you considered the consequences?

I won't be able to achieve my goal

if I don't enter the tiger's lair.

I'm worried about you.

The lair is treacherous.

What if you can't achieve your goal

and instead put yourself in danger?

This is something I must do.

Well done. Nice bit.

Greetings, Chancellor Wang.

You're here, Marquis Lu. Have a seat.

All right.

Give us the room.

Yes.

(The 13th day of the fifth month) Look at this.

(Wang Yuan, Lu Jiaxue) Golden-armored General,

you'd better do your job.

If you disobey me again,

I will

roast you

over the fire.

Yang Ling's case has been concluded.

You can rest assured, Chancellor Wang.

The incident in Quanzhou was interesting.

I wonder

who was behind it.

Seeing how Yang Ling ended up in this situation,

I think he just confessed to anything

to get rid of the charges.

I think

he's telling the truth.

Useless fool.

Burn this Golden-armored General

and the profit-sharing agreement

outside.

Burn them right here.