Original subtitles

♫ By the riverside ♫

♫ I sow a seed of karma ♫

♫ Forlorn fates intertwine ♫

♫ Written in the stars ♫

♫ Should your passion smolder out ♫

♫ Will you give up on your ideal world? ♫

♫ Our past can only be entrusted to memories ♫

♫ I'm mooning over you ♫

♫ Amidst loneliness ♫

♫ Berthed in sleepless nights ♫

♫ You're my desire ♫

♫ That teems underneath ♫

♫ I'm drowned in your beautiful eyes ♫

♫ I'm mooning over you ♫

♫ Next to the Three-life Stone ♫

♫ I cross the Bridge of Forgetfulness ♫

♫ Gazing at moonlit nights ♫

♫ The moon appears brighter because of you ♫

♫ Leaning against the tower, it returns my gaze ♫

♫ Gazing at moonlit nights ♫

♫ The moon appears brighter because of you ♫

♫ Leaning against the tower, it returns my gaze ♫

[The Legend of Anle] [Adapted from a novel by Xing Ling]

[Episode 38]

Sir?

Sir, you're awake.

The physician just left.

He said that you caught a cold

and needed to rest for a few days.

I know my health.

I'm not long for this world.

Don't say that, sir.

I will find you a better physician.

It is beyond salvation.

No physician can cure me.

Such is life. I can face the truth.

If no one in the capital can cure you, we'll try our luck in Jingnan.

If that fails, we'll go elsewhere.

There must be someone in this world who can heal you.

Sir.

Trust me.

Trust yourself.

They say

the soil of the capital cannot nourish the Flower of Longing.

But we made it happen, didn't we?

You still have the same eyes

as when we first met.

Thank you for taking care of me all these years.

I appreciate it.

Oh, right.

Any news about Lengbei?

I heard that after his defeat,

he was demoted to a commoner and exiled to the border.

I'm trying to locate him.

Good.

Kill him when you find him.

Jili.

Leave.

I said, leave!

I can do it. Don't touch me.

♫ By the riverside, I sow a seed of karma ♫

♫ Forlorn fates intertwine, written in the stars ♫

♫ Should your passion smolder out, will you give up on your ideal world? ♫

♫ Our past can only be entrusted to memories ♫

What is this?

♫ I'm mooning over you amidst loneliness, berthed in sleepless nights ♫

I can do it.

♫ You're my desire that teems underneath, I'm drowned in your beautiful eyes ♫

♫ I moon over you next to the Three-life Stone, I cross the Bridge of Forgetfulness ♫

♫ Gazing at the bright moonlit nights, leaning against the tower, it returns my gaze ♫

♫ By the riverside, I sow a seed of karma ♫

♫ Forlorn fates intertwine, written in the stars ♫

It's no longer hot. Brew it again.

♫ Should your passion smolder out, will you give up on your ideal world? ♫

♫ Our past can only be entrusted to memories ♫

Too hot. Brew it again.

♫ I'm mooning over you amidst loneliness, berthed in sleepless nights ♫

♫ You're my desire that teems underneath, I'm drowned in your beautiful eyes ♫

♫ I moon over you next to the Three-life Stone, I cross the Bridge of Forgetfulness ♫

I don't drink old tea. Brew it again.

♫ Gazing at the bright moonlit nights, leaning against the tower, it returns my gaze ♫

Forget it. I don't want to drink it anymore.

Han Ye. I still won't leave you.

Let me do it.

The sun is glaring.

But

I was told to get more sun.

It's too windy.

Tell me what this book is about.

What is this?

You grilled it?

I don't like fish. Give me something else.

What do you think?

Your Highness, you are a terrible cook.

Is it fun to mock me so?

I told you no fish. Yet, you gave me fish.

Why? Because I'm blind?

You must have known lately that I am the Crown Prince of Jing.

You work for the head of the Di family, so I let you stay here.

However, you mistreated and made fun of me.

Did the head of the Di family ask you to do that?

I have never had anything this disgusting before.

As the Crown Prince of Jing, I might be blind,

but that doesn't mean I deserve to be mistreated.

Leave. I don't need your care.

[Ren's Residence]

- Young Lady. - Yuanshu.

- Young Lady. - Miss Di.

Have you found any Flower of Longing?

Worry not, Young Lady.

We will keep looking for it. We will find it.

Even if you find its seed,

what good does it do if it can't blossom?

When I first arrived at the capital, I was homesick.

Han Ye then found me several seeds of the Flower of Longing.

I planted and nurtured them.

But after a few months, they never grew.

Young Lady, don't give up.

I won't.

Han Ye or the Flower of Longing, I'm not giving them up.

Is she gone?

Didn't I tell you to leave?

Why are you still here?

You won't leave?

Fine. I'll leave.

You...

So I'm in your heart.

Ren Anle.

The rabbit you roast is dry and tough. It's disgusting.

♫ The endless night awaits the break of day ♫

I... I'll grill my fish. Grill fish.

♫ Blurring myriad obsessions along the way ♫

I'll fish.

Fish.

♫ A heart falls into the abyss ♫

♫ You can't discern ♫

Fish a big fish.

♫ Shattering illusions of desolation and dismay ♫

♫ Carrying the weight of the world, come what may ♫

♫ Across the distance, years go by in peace ♫

You drank the whole pot.

It seems like you can hold your alcohol well now.

♫ How can I forget? Promises within my heart stray ♫

You're usually soft-spoken and gentle,

but your childish's side comes out when you boss me around.

Who would have known that you're difficult to work with?

♫ Journeying under the moon, three thousand li I tread ♫

♫ Brushing shoulders as we go our separate ways ♫

♫ Witnessing the trials and tribulations of life's tempestuous play ♫

Oh, Han Ye.

I, the Chief of Anle Abode,

the Commander of the Di Troops,

am taking care of you like a maid.

You're enjoying this, aren't you?

You have been planning for this day, haven't you?

♫ I'll stand by your side, wishing for a world serene ♫

You dedicated half of your life

to my safety.

And in the end, this is the outcome you receive.

Han Ye.

Do you regret it?

This scent...

It's the plum blossom.

They blossom once more.

But where are those who watched it with me?

The plum blossoms bloom and wilt in their peaceful corner.

If only we could be like that.

Anle.

Let's come back here

when the plum blossoms bloom again.

Let's go.

Their season is over. They are about to wilt away.

You can see.

So admire the beauty of Jing.

Don't squander it by watching wilted flowers

with me here.

Han Ye.

Why?

Ziyuan.

You command our military forces.

Nearly half of the ministers in the imperial court swear allegiance to you.

Everyone knows that the Hans and the Dis are sworn enemies.

You don't believe me?

I do.

I never think you covet the throne.

But the war ended not long ago. The situation is still unstable.

I can't protect you.

I once fell for a woman called Ren Anle.

But throughout my life,

I'll keep Di Ziyuan safe.

Don't ever

forget this.

You should leave.

What makes you think I need your protection?

Have you ever asked me what I want?

Di Ziyuan or Ren Anle,

I will not give up on the Crown Prince of Jing, Han Ye.

Don't you dare forget this.

[Ren's Residence]

The world is out of my reach.

The Flower of Longing refuses to bloom.

Han Ye.

Is there no way to change your mind?

Ziyuan.

I found this letter among His Highness' belongings.

I think you might want to read it.

[To Ziyuan]

Ziyuan,

the date of our next reunion remains unknown,

so I have to make do with this letter.

I'm sorry.

It's been 4,000 days since the tragedy struck your family.

And this apology was long overdue.

I might not return from the battle on Qingnan Mountain.

Like Anning,

this battle might be my resting place.

Ziyuan,

I think I know why Anning stayed to defend Qingnan.

Other than her guilt toward your family,

there was also a sense of duty to her homeland,

to her nation,

to the beautiful place she belongs.

She was the Princess and the General of Jing.

And I am the Crown Prince of Jing.

We were born here. We were raised here.

We were educated here. We shed tears here.

Therefore, we should die here.

If I fell in this battle,

I would be able to answer

the Dis and those 80,000 men as a descendant of the Hans.

And if I saw my ancestors in the afterlife,

I would be able to face them with dignity as the Crown Prince of Jing.

In my life,

I toiled to serve my country and my people.

But you are the only one I find difficult to let go.

Alas, time waits for no one and fate is a cruel mistress.

There are too many

sorrows and pains between us.

And looking back,

they are but an irony.

I wish you happiness

for the rest of your life.

Face the world with integrity and courage

and achieve inner peace.

Be safe. Be happy.

You are the woman of my life.

I can't have you,

so I will cherish you in my heart.

Di Ziyuan, you're the only one.

Yours Truly, Han Ye.

How can this be our ending...

♫ The fireworks light up the night sky ♫

after what we have done?

♫ My hair has turned as white as snow, still waiting for you to look at me ♫

Han Ye. I'll bring you back.

♫ If I don't survive this life, I hope fate smiles upon you ♫

[Lingxiang Pleasure House]

♫ Right beside you is where I should stay ♫

Mingxi.

You taught me the art of manipulation.

I want to do this one last time.

I'm sorry.

Is that your final decision?

Yes.

Okay. Let's do it.

I was there when you were born. And I was there when you grew up.

Now, you want to walk your own path.

I will of course support you.

Thank you.

Just do it.

I will help you.

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Official Di and Official Luo are getting married in two weeks.

I see.

Jili.

Bring me some liquor.

Your Highness. Drinking is bad for your recovery.

I won't be able to attend their wedding.

Therefore,

I'll pour one out for them now.

All right.

Sir. Warm your hands with it.

Linlang.

I'm about to marry Ziyuan.

Congratulations. Your wish has come true.

Fukaichun tea. Perfect for hot-and-cold weather.

Sir,

if you wish to give the Flower of Longing some sun,

half a day of basking will do.

In the evening,

- you can... - Linlang.

I will have no use of Lingxiang Pleasure House soon.

When I'm gone,

you'll take over.

Think of it as your home.

How is this home

when you're not here, sir?

When I heard that you're marrying Miss Di,

I am

so happy for you.

I'd like

to dance one last time for you.

As a farewell gift.

How dare you live a comfortable life

when I live like vermin out there?

Luo Mingxi...

- Assassin! - Your Highness.

- Catch him! - Come, Your Highness!

Linlang.

♫ If I bet my all on it desperately ♫

Linlang.

♫ I know my heart will be uneasy ♫

You'll be fine. I'll take you to a physician now.

It's too late.

Hang in there. You'll be fine.

I'm already content...

♫ You're the moon in my heart ♫

that I can die in your arms.

♫ I can't dream to own you ♫

How I wish

to stay by your side for the days to come.

♫ But I'm willing to forsake my life for you ♫

How I wish

that the sky lantern

could grant my wish.

What a pity.

It doesn't work.

No, the sky lantern never fails. Your wish will come true.

It will.

Linlang.

Linlang.

♫ I bear no regrets. But will you still remember me when we reunite in our next life? ♫

Linlang.

Linlang.

Sir.

You said...

♫ I've concealed my yearning for you ♫

that I should...

♫ And guarded your smile ♫

make everyone like me.

And...

♫ Please don't leave me in oblivion when we part ways ♫

And all this time,

I've been trying to make someone like me.

I've been...

♫ Romance aside, I fight for your destiny alongside you ♫

I've been...

♫ You're my dream from the bygone youth, arriving at the end of my life ♫

♫ I bear no regrets. But will you still remember me when we reunite in our next life? ♫

Help!

Linlang.

Linlang.

♫ I'd go the distance for you, may the light stay with you ♫

♫ Romance aside, I fight for your destiny alongside you ♫

What is your name?

♫ You're my dream from the bygone youth, arriving at the end of my life ♫

I'm a nameless orphan

from Jingnan.

Do give me a name, sir.

You're endowed with pristine elegance,

deserving of the gentlest of care.

Your name

will be Linlang.

Noted.

The ingredients for the remedy to cure your eyes are here.

Except for one.

You cannot find it?

The Flower of Longing.

It is already a rare flower in Jingnan.

In the cold, dry place that is the capital, no one has cultivated it successfully.

I planted this Flower of Longing for Ziyuan.

We did all we could.

If it can't be cured, so be it.

You're aware that they are getting married, right?

So you decided to quit?

It's not like

I can decide anything anyway.

The fate

of the son of the Hans and the daughter of the Dis

was decided 11 years ago.

Linlang?

Oh, it's you, Ziyuan.

Linlang is gone. You should learn to look after yourself better.

I used to think

that how lonely Linlang would be if I died before her and no one could look after her.

But now, I realized that it was the other way around.

She had been the one looking after me all these years.

Are you planning to go somewhere?

Where can I go?

I have always wanted to sell this place

and

return to Jingnan with you.

But if we return to Jingnan without killing Lengbei,

we will fail Anning and Linlang.

That's right. I want him to suffer for eternity,

to wish that he could die.

I frequent Fuling Mountain lately and learned that he is looking for me.

Yes.

He was demoted after the defeat.

He certainly wants our lives for vengeance.

And so, he came to the capital.

Come with me tomorrow.

[Residence of the Princess]

They said

the Residence of the Princess would light up on its own.

Some believed that it was because General Anning's soul returned to her home.

Someone used it?

Di Ziyuan. I knew it was you.

Lengbei.

You have kept us waiting.

You...

Indeed.

Well, look at your pathetic self.

You... Lowly scums!

You released fake info to lure me here.

Funny allegation there.

When you used Anning and laid siege to her city,

did you notice how scummy you are?

When you assassinated Linlang to hurt Luo Mingxi,

have you thought about how low you have stooped?

I am now a commoner because of you.

If I kill you, His Majesty

will reinstate me as the prince.

Even when your life is on the line, your status is all you think about.

Your thirst for power has turned you into a monster.

You're now in the courtyard of the Residence of the Princess.

Don't you feel fear?

Don't you notice that everything here loathes your presence and wants you dead?

What should I fear?

I will be a ruler.

Lengbei. I can't wait to cut open your body

and see what color your heart is.

But before that, we'll cut off your limbs,

skin you, and decapitate you.

We'll execute that in that order to rest Anning's and Linlang's souls.

Take him away.

[Lingxiang Pleasure House]

Linlang.

I have avenged you.

And the Flower of Longing bloomed.

Without her meticulous care,

you wouldn't have blossomed this beautifully.

How is Han Ye? Does he have everything to heal his eyes?

No, he needs the Flower of Longing.

I sowed the seeds in my garden, but none would grow.

Ziyuan.

Your favorite flower

bloomed in the capital eventually.

Unfortunately,

you don't get to see it.

Row 14, Column 2.

Your silent footsteps always catch me by surprise.

Take a seat.

Jili. Brew us some tea.

Yes, Your Highness.

As usual, you play against yourself.

Luo Mingxi,

as usual, you are the better player.

You learned humility.

That's not the Han Ye I knew.

People change.

Even the sharp-tongued Official Luo would help me solve this puzzle now.

I just don't want you to get stuck.

Speaking of which, I haven't offered my congratulations to you and Ziyuan.

She is supposed to be the Crown Princess.

You would really let me marry her?

Well,

I almost forgot about that.

But you remember.

Of course, I do.

All the planning started because you claimed

that you would only marry Di Ziyuan.

Only by doing that could I make a scene

and get off to a good start.

So you went after me.

What I didn't expect was

that Ziyuan would be dead loyal to you.

And I was worried

that you would do something to retaliate.

You didn't expect me

to endure everything, did you?

Well, yes.

Who knew the ever-polite,

ever-composed Crown Prince

would fall in love with a pirate named Ren Anle?

If you put it that way,

what a journey, isn't it?

Indeed.

Luo Mingxi.

Please take care of yourself.

You need to look after Ziyuan.

Don't worry about it. It's an old friend of mine.

Besides, surely I can look after her better

than the Crown Prince does.

Trying to one-up a blind man, huh?

You're ridiculous.

Let's call it a day here.

If you have come around,

come and attend our wedding.

No thanks.

May you have a happy marriage.

[Ren's Residence]

Why are you sighing?

Young Lady, I've been thinking.

His Highness is stubborn. He hardly changes his mind.

What will you do if he won't show up on that day?

Have you forgotten that other than Di Ziyuan,

I am also the pirate, Ren Anle?

If he won't come, I'll just kidnap him.

Young Lady. The head of the Di family found the Flower of Longing.

For real?

♫ If I bet my all on it desperately ♫

♫ I know my heart will be uneasy ♫

♫ I give up on my light and hide it under a bushel ♫

♫ You're the moon in my heart ♫

♫ I can't dream to own you ♫

♫ But I'm willing to forsake my life for you ♫

♫ I'd go the distance for you ♫

♫ May the light stay with you ♫

♫ Romance aside ♫

♫ I fight for your destiny alongside you ♫

♫ You're my dream from the bygone youth ♫

♫ Arriving at the end of my life ♫

♫ I bear no regrets. But when we reunite in our next life ♫

♫ Will you still remember me? ♫

♫ I've concealed my yearning for you ♫

♫ And guarded your smile ♫

♫ Please don't leave me in oblivion when we part ways ♫

♫ I'd go the distance for you ♫

♫ May the light stay with you ♫

♫ Romance aside ♫

♫ I fight for your destiny alongside you ♫

♫ You're my dream from the bygone youth ♫

♫ Arriving at the end of my life ♫

♫ I bear no regrets. But when we reunite in our next life ♫

♫ Will you still remember me? ♫