Original subtitles

=The Rise of Ning=

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

=Episode 39=

(Duke Ying's Residence)

Third Brother.

What are you doing here?

I'm waiting for you.

You must be waiting for me here

because of the marriage today.

My father told me this morning

that we have been engaged since long ago.

You must have taught him this, right?

Duke Ying's words

are indeed taught by me.

I would like to first present the engagement letter.

When I have passed the test,

I will formally come to propose marriage to Yining.

However, if someone

mentions my relationship with her,

for her reputation,

I wish that you

consider my statement.

Your statement?

What is it?

When Yining

was fostered in Luo's Residence,

my grandma had

promised my marriage to her

but she was still very young

so it was never brought up all this while.

You are quite thoughtful.

Since this is related to Yining,

it is good for me

to put more thought into it.

However, I did not request him

to deceive His Majesty.

I was doing it

for you to avoid criticism in the future.

Have you ever thought

that if His Majesty

charges my father with the crime of deceiving the emperor,

what should we do?

I have already reported this

to my grandma.

I have also explained this to the family as well.

No one will reveal this.

Even if Lu Jiaxue

reported this to His Majesty,

it wouldn't result in Duke Ying being charged with a crime.

Rest assured.

Father.

You.

Shenyuan.

There is one thing

that I haven't been able to figure out.

About Lu Jiaxue

reporting on Wang Yuan,

there are full of loopholes

so why was His Majesty

deceived by him?

I figure His Majesty

doesn't completely trust Lu Jiaxue.

The incident with Wang Yuan

involves a wide range of officials,

and the entire court and government are in turmoil.

Lu Jiaxue reported Wang Yuan at this time

and handed over the proceeds to the national treasury

which in His Majesty's eyes,

has alleviated an urgent need.

I thought so, too.

Therefore,

he figured out His Majesty's mind

so he dared to make such a bold move.

I believe

that he has no moves left.

Although this step

protected him

for the time being,

it also increased

His Majesty's suspicion of him.

Luo Shenyuan,

you have to be grateful for this case.

If it weren't for it,

you wouldn't be able to marry Yining so soon.

Let alone a month,

even a year would be difficult.

You are absolutely right.

I will definitely

consider Yining's future more from now on.

I came to visit again today

to formally propose marriage

to Yining to the Duke.

Is this necessary?

Everyone knows

that you and Yining are engaged now.

She will definitely marry you, it's just a matter of time.

Why be in such a hurry?

Rules cannot be abolished.

You didn't agree last time,

so I sincerely ask for your permission again today.

Good,

you know the etiquette.

You can ask

your parents to come to propose a marriage tomorrow.

Thank you, Duke Ying.

I tried so hard,

but in the end, I was just helping him for his wedding.

This is a done deal.

Let's just let it go.

Done deal?

Back then, my military merits were taken,

and I was nearly framed and crippled.

If I had accepted my fate,

I wonder where I would be buried by now,

how could there

be the current Marquis Anbei's Residence?

The me today

is no longer the Lu Jiaxue back then.

I will not accept fate.

However, there is not much room for a turnaround.

We...

Not much room

does not mean there is no possibility.

Has anything I did

and got

ever been easy?

When Luo Shenyuan marries Yining

in a month,

I will not let him have his way.

Alright.

Place all the jewelry in the boxes.

Be careful not to bump into anything.

Be more alert,

and we can't make any mistakes,

understand?

Madam,

you should take a rest.

You've been busy all morning.

I'm not tired.

Shenyuan and Yining's wedding

is set for next month.

We have to make the most of our time

and give Yining everything she deserves.

Yes, Madam.

Mother.

Old Madam.

Old Madam.

No need for formalities, carry on with your work.

Take a look.

Hairu,

are you moving all the family's belongings out here?

Shenyuan is marrying Yining,

and Yining sees me

as her mother for so many years.

I'm so happy these days

that I can't even sleep.

We must prepare more betrothal gifts

for Yining.

Yes.

When Old Madam heard

that Young Lady Yining was coming back,

she was so joyous.

Ever since Yining moved to Duke Ying's Residence,

Old Madam has been thinking about her day and night.

It is great

that Young Lady Yining is returning.

She will be able to stay in Luo's Residence every day

and stay by Old Madam's side all the time.

Hairu,

you just

completed Yixiu's wedding arrangements

and you have to prepare

for Shenyuan's wedding with Yining now.

Appreciate your hard work.

Mother, it's not hard work for me,

I'm just too happy.

(Dowry List)

That's it?

That's everything?

This was prepared in accordance

with Duke Xu's daughter's dowry list.

Just the clothing and jewelry will fit five carts.

Let me ask you this,

how many daughters

does Duke Xu's Residence have?

Seven!

Yining is the only daughter

in Duke Ying's Residence.

Listen,

prepare twice as much

of this dowry list.

Besides,

give the few estates in the eastern suburbs

to her, too.

If we talk about common practices,

we have to wait for Luo family's betrothal gift to arrive

before we prepare the dowry according to betrothal gifts' value.

Should we wait a little longer?

What common practice?

Wei family doesn't follow customs.

No matter how much is the betrothal gift,

we're giving this much as dowry.

This is final.

Listen to the Duke.

Prepare more for dowry.

Old Madam.

It's not much.

Yes, Old Madam.

Why are you still here? Go now.

Yes, Duke Ying.

By the way, I have another two sets

of hair ornaments made of jadeite and gold.

They were all rewarded by the palace.

Add these to Yining.

Then I thank you on behalf of Yining.

I have also

prepared some more gifts for her.

I'll add them to the gifts later.

Mingzhu,

when the Imperial Guards

threatened with swords,

you and Yining were unified

to protect our house.

Don't worry,

your wedding's dowry

will be even more.

Thank you, Father,

but I won't get married.

I want to stay by Grandma's side.

Good.

Shao'an.

What are you reading?

Young Master,

it's Young Lady Yinng's

dowry list from Duke Ying's residence.

This is only part of it.

I heard that Duke Ying

bought all the best jewelry

in town.

Besides, there are also

houses, farms, and banknotes.

Altogether, it's estimated to be this amount.

Duke Ying's Residence is fond of Yining,

so this is not surprising.

Young Master, do you know

that generally speaking,

betrothal gifts should be double the dowry?

Yes.

Hold that end.

Pull back.

Young Master,

are these

all of your assets?

These are what I prepared.

I have not added

in those from Mother yet.

Shao'an,

do you think this is enough?

Yes.

This has to be enough, Young Master.

It took just a year

to recover the capital.

It won't take long

to open another branch.

Congratulations, Young Lady.

About the opening of a new branch,

I'll have to discuss with Sixth Sister

and Sixth Uncle.

I wonder

when will they come back.

I heard they were on the way now.

They will definitely arrive before your wedding.

Do you really want to marry him?

What are you doing here again?

Whether you admit it or not,

I

am the person you should marry.

However,

you are marrying someone else now.

I have no engagement with you,

so why do you opine that?

You are overjoyed

while getting prepared to marry him,

but you're unaware that you are being plotted against, right?

What I know is you

ignored my wishes

and requested His Majesty to grant a marriage.

If it weren't for Third Brother,

perhaps

I have already fallen into deep sorrow now,

just like before.

Luo Shenyuan knew I was

going to see His Majesty to grant a marriage,

so he lied to your father

and talked nonsense in front of His Majesty.

Aren't you worried about Duke Ying

getting charged for deceiving the emperor?

Did you come here

and threaten me?

Yining, don't worry.

I, Lu Jiaxue,

will never do anything

that harms you.

If there's nothing else,

I should go back to settle accounts.

I know

that you are marrying Luo Shenyuan

because of the engagement.

Am I right?

Either off or on,

I'll still marry him.

Don't marry him!

Yining,

I love you

even before anyone else did.

I have loved you deeply for the longest time.

Can you give me another chance

so we can start over?

I will treat you well.

Lu Jiaxue, you don't understand

what is it like to love someone.

When we were in the side yard,

it was you who wanted

to be promoted in rank and title

that caused me to be cornered.

Your wish came true,

yet you want to go back to the past.

You are doing this for your own sake.

Do you really like him?

I do.

Are you sure it's romance

instead of siblings?

I am sure

that I'll only love him

for the rest of my life.

Fine.

Fantastic.

But I don't care who you love

and who you want to marry.

You will always be my Mei.

I won't give up.

Anyone against me

will not end well.

Your Lordship,

His Majesty is going to assign

you to garrison duty on the border for three years.

I expected that.

When I

reported Wang Yuan to His Majesty previously,

he acted like he trusted me

but in fact,

he has long been suspicious of me.

Uncle.

I heard that you were heading to the border

so I came to see you off.

I have now lost the authority

to allocate positions within Imperial Guards

and also transferred to the border by His Majesty.

Everyone knows that I, Lu Jiaxue,

lost my power

and are avoiding me at all costs.

Why do you come here to see me off?

My current identity and status

are all given by you.

I will never forget it.

I appreciate your loyalty.

From today onwards,

don't come to this residence again.

From now on,

do not have any dealings with me

to avoid getting involved.

Don't let our family worry about you anymore.

Understood.

Uncle,

what is your current plan?

You don't need to know

my plans.

Hurry back now.

I shall take my leave.

Your Lordship,

His Majesty requested

that we depart within three days

in time...

Three days...

is enough.

Chancellor Wang, how are you?

Greetings, Marquis Lu.

Congratulations on your promotion

although

the promotion is actually a demotion.

It seems that His Majesty has lost his trust

in you.

Chancellor Wang, you are quite updated on recent news

despite being in prison.

Although I am imprisoned,

that does not mean

I am deaf or blind.

I am here today

to make an offer.

Too late.

Your reluctance to take action then

caused me to be in a dead spot now.

What kind of deal are we talking about?

When you betrayed the Song family,

it was you who unwaveringly clung to me

and let me help you rise to power.

Yet, you attacked me in return

and you're still dreaming of getting away unscathed?

It was you who forced me to do it.

I had no choice but

to confess everything to His Majesty

to get a chance to survive.

You and I

are even now.

Lu Jiaxue,

just wait.

The day I die

will be when the agreement

becomes known to the world.

Even ants cling to life.

Until the very last moment,

Chancellor Wang, why don't you be patient

and listen to my offer?

Master,

Wang Yuan was convicted

and his accomplices

had confessed.

There is solid evidence

that it was them back then

(Grave of Master Jiuheng) who pushed the blame on you.

His Majesty

has cleared your grievances

and

we can finally

come to visit you openly now.

Senior Xia and Senior Shen are here.

We are all well.

You can rest assured.

(Grave of Senior Daoyan)

Senior Daoyan is the exception.

I blame myself,

for not being able to protect him.

Senior Daoyan,

you've always loved drinking.

I brought you

a big portion today.

Let's

be friends again in our next life,

but I want to be the elder one next time

so you have to listen to me in everything.

Shenyuan,

you have tried your best.

Right, Shenyuan.

Master often quoted,

"What joy is there in life, and what suffering in death?

Everything in the world ultimately returns to the earth."

We have to live well

to live distinguished lives

to live up to the deceased's expectations.

(Grave of Senior Daoyan)

May the spirits of the illustrious ones above

be honored in seasonal sacrifices,

and may they continue to enjoy the offerings.

(Duke Ying's Residence)

You two, watch out.

Grandma,

it's Yining's big day today.

The residence

is chaotic like war.

That's because

we can't afford

any single flaw.

The wedding of the daughter of Duke Ying's Residence

has to be glorious.

Minglan,

our daughter is getting married.

Don't worry,

I have looked

into the man who will marry her.

He is deeply affectionate to her

and he is worthy of entrustment.

Besides,

if something happens someday,

I will still be around

and I will definitely support her.

I will not let her

suffer any grievances.

However,

I didn't keep my promise back then.

I didn't give you

a glorious wedding,

so will you blame me?

Father,

Mother won't blame you.

This is something I found in her relics.

She left it for you.

Since our parting, how many times have I longed for our reunion,

sharing dreams and souls with you.

Your mother had always

kept me in her heart.

Please don't blame yourself.

If she is still around and sees

you blaming yourself like this all the time,

she will be upset, too.

Yining, I regret it.

I shouldn't have agreed

to let him marry you so quickly.

How about

we delay

the wedding to a later time?

Father,

even if I get married,

I am also Yining,

your daughter.

(Duke Ying's Residence)

If a thief shows up, he must be struck;

if a guest shows up, we must receive them.

Please.

(Double Happiness)

(Do you really like him?)

(I do!)

(Are you sure it's romance)

instead of siblings?

I am sure

that I'll only love him for the rest of my life.

Marquis Lu, everything is ready.

I, Yining, bid farewell to Grandma.

May you always be in good health

and peace.

Alright.

You may get up.

Yining,

this bracelet

is an heirloom of our Wei family.

It should have

been passed down to your mother.

I will pass it on to you now.

Here, let me put it on for you.

Encouragement and respect,

day and night, do not violate the etiquette of your chamber.

I will keep your words in mind

day and night, without fault.

No need for formalities.

Yining,

help me pass the message to Luo Shenyuan

that I will never forgive him

if he ever dares to bully you.

Look at yourself,

your daughter is getting married now.

Why did you say that?

I'm just following the principle of first courtesy, then force.

Yining...

I feel like you just returned yesterday.

Why are you leaving so soon?

♪Family is the safe haven surrounding me♪

I'm so heartbroken...

Father?

I got sand in my eyes.

♪Let time pass peacefully, turning the years into simple moments♪

Mingzhu.

Yining.

Remember, you two,

on rainy days,

you must take care

of Father's leg due to his previous injury.

Besides,

make sure Grandma doesn't sneak drinks.

Yining,

I understand.

I will help Father

with applying medicine myself.

Yining, don't worry.

I will look after Grandma.

The auspicious time has arrived.

Father.

Father.

Father.

♪A bright heart will radiate the world♪

♪Family is the safe haven surrounding me♪

♪The moon may wane, but it becomes full when loved ones return♪

♪Let time pass peacefully, turning the years into simple moments♪

♪Splendors of the world outlined by time♪

♪Red strings on the eaves, bind two devoted hearts together♪

♪Through half a lifetime♪

♪People far away catch the last wave♪

♪Palm lines and tree rings smile at each other♪

♪The clouds on the journey home roll and drift, shining brightly♪

♪Migratory birds heading to their dreamland♪

♪A calm heart♪

(Duke Ying's Residence)

(The joy of welcoming the bride)

Thank you.

Butler Bai,

this gift box

has no greeting notes.

We have no idea

which family sent it.

Just place it somewhere.

I'll ask around later.

Can't you see that I'm busy?

Go.

Thank you.

Why aren't they here yet?

Second Aunt, calm down.

You've been asking for a dozen times.

I'm just worried

that Duke Ying is giving trouble to Shenyuan.

He's probably reluctant to let Yining come here.

Hairu,

what a foolish thing to say.

You are about

to become a mother-in-law,

so be cool.

You have to be patient.

Mother, are you not worried?

I am overwhelmed.

Yining will be back soon,

and I am overwhelmed with happiness.

Mother is right.

They're here.

Are they here already?

Mother, come.

Come here.

Please invite the bride to get down from the sedan chair.

Please invite the bride to step outside slowly.

Please.

Please lay down the mats.

Please walk down mat by mat

to bring blessings down from generation to generation.

May your descendants prosper.

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

Please head to the pool together.

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

May you have peace and tranquility,

and may your years be blessed and prosperous.

With one horse and one saddle,

may the new couple balance their lives together.

May the couple live in harmony, safeguarding wealth and prosperity,

enjoying glory and richness, and may you pass through a hundred autumns together.

(Luo's Residence)

♪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♪

♪To guard and follow, cautious in action yet hard to soothe♪

May everything go as you wish, and may your life be harmonious.

Please spread the curtain.

Spreading to the east,

like a goddess descending from the peak,

surrounded by celestial beings, the phoenix curtain rises,

red clouds connecting one layer after another.

Spreading to the west,

with brocade ribbons and tassels hanging down from the four corners,

upon lifting it, one can see the face of Chang'e,

beautiful and radiant, who exchanges a branch with the celestial man.

Spreading to the south,

may you be well-matched in love, joyful and indulgent,

the cool moon and gentle breeze make the courtyard refreshing.

With matching embroidered sashes, may the couple adorn themselves.

Spreading to the north,

with a hint of color between the brows,

the warm tent embraces the spring night,

Chang'e joyfully meets the guest from the moon palace.

♪May we sleep and gaze into each other's eyes until old age♪

♪We mirror each other's hearts under the stars♪

♪Through restless nights, I cannot let go of even a moment apart♪

♪Your hopes are my hopes and together we flourish♪

♪I willingly follow and always wishing for us to be together♪

♪The taste of love makes my cheeks flush♪

♪What is fate, if not the luck of sharing this moment together?♪

♪My heart leans on yours, embraced by a rosy ambience♪

♪My heart remains unwavering and true♪

♪We walk side by side together♪

♪With two sincere hearts, we embrace the dawn and dusk♪

♪No regrets upon having you this life♪

♪A double dream where both of us return♪

♪Looking forward to a life together♪

♪My heart remains unwavering and true♪

♪We walk side by side together♪

♪Despite the long journey ahead, we will hold hands and tread together♪

♪No regrets upon having you this life♪

♪A fate nurtured by two devoted hearts♪

♪Looking forward to a life together♪

Young Master!

Imperial Court of Judicial has an urgent report!

Let's talk later.

Wang Yuan and his comrades

like Gao Da and others are gone!

Third Brother, if this is an emergency,

you should go.

I'm sorry.

I will be back before midnight.

There are so many fireworks outside.

I'll wait for you.

Let's put the fireworks together.

Let's go.

Notify the yamen

to block the city gate immediately.

We have a citywide manhunt.

Yes, Sir.

Search for them!

Do not let the criminals escape.

Yes, Sir.

Have you seen this person?

No.

Here, come and take a look.

Have you ever seen this person?

No.

Hey, you,

have you seen him?

Take a look.

Have you ever seen him?

Have you ever seen this person?

No.

What is the progress?

Vice Minister Luo,

we have searched the street

but no trace of Wang was found.

Continue searching.

Yes. Go.

Search over there.

Yes.

The groom is out for work matters.

Is the bride upset about this?

We are a couple, of course we understand each other.

On the contrary,

you will take up your post soon,

yet you are so diligent.

As long as I am still here,

the responsibilities of Imperial Guards

cannot be taken lightly.

The criminals escaped from Imperial Court of Judicial

so Imperial Guard came to assist.

That is fast.

Such foresight suggests that you

must have known in advance

that Wang Yuan was planning to escape from prison.

Imperial Guards

have always been well-informed.

That's sharp.

What's the issue here?

Aren't you

worried about yourself at all?

The criminals escaped from your place.

The constituting of dereliction of duty

is unavoidable.

Thank you for the reminder.

Any updates?

Have you found them?

No.

Fine.

Look for them separately.

Sure.

Give it to me.

What's the hurry?

Let's talk after we leave the city.

No.

Tomorrow noon,

my old servant

will take it to my old residence.

You can go retrieve it then.

Look, don't worry.

I'm already out of prison.

That thing

is no longer of use to me.

Chancellor Wang, I'll lure them away.

Sure, go.

He's there! Go!

Hurry!

♪It's complicated but I'm not afraid♪

♪There's light in my heart♪

♪Following the river of time♪

♪I dive into the whirlpool♪

♪For the sake of you and mine♪

♪In search of an outcome♪

♪I'm willing to risk my life♪

♪To break the chain of nights♪

♪I'm willing to fall into the abyss♪

♪In order to reveal the fate♪

♪Forget about the outcome♪

♪Let me be your shoulder to lean on♪

♪Even if things go south, so be it♪

♪Love is a voyage with you by my side♪

♪The dust eventually settles♪

♪No matter how fragile and trivial I am♪

♪I will dance and shine bright♪

♪I overcome all kinds of doubt♪

♪And obstacles♪

♪For the sake of you and mine♪

♪Committing to my promise♪

♪I'm willing to risk my life♪

♪May my existence shine on more♪

♪Let go of everything♪

♪Let the longing fade♪

♪Forget about the outcome♪

♪As long as it fulfills the vastness of love♪

♪Even if things go south, so be it♪

♪Love is you being by my side♪