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♪Bright moonlight, with lanterns still burning♪

♪Deep night's hue, your face softly blurring♪

♪In a fleeting thought, my heart's line is stirring♪

♪Fate entwines, a knot forever binding♪

♪This love's riddle, your heart cold as steel♪

♪Yet your bright smile, how it steals♪

♪Like the fireworks in the night sky♪

♪A brilliance that no words can yield♪

♪La~ la~♪

♪In this life, meeting you is fate's best hand♪

♪La~ la~♪

♪Our love story, I'll slowly pen♪

♪In this life, I wish for your words♪

♪From black hair to white, we'll brave time's trend♪

♪In this life, may our love forever blend♪

♪Let's make a pact with the changing seas♪

♪In this life, may our love stand like mountains♪

♪Through seasons' change, our whispers weave♪

♪In this life, may our love never fades away♪

♪Outshining all the world's glories, come what may♪

=Les Belles=

=Episode 15=

Why did you ask me to meet here?

There are so many people.

Xunmei House belongs to me.

It's much safer than your mansion.

Did you come to talk to me suddenly

just to show off

as the owner of Xunmei House?

This way, please.

Why is he also here?

Alright, alright.

Sit down and talk.

Have a seat.

Previously, because of Fan Qingchen,

I had doubts about you.

I apologize to you now.

What act are you putting on now?

A tactical retreat,

or luring the enemy in?

Whether you believe it or not,

we never intended

to become your enemy.

It sounds nicer than it is,

yet you often target me.

Who doesn't know

that if I were to die,

you would benefit the most.

- Your Highness... - What do you mean?

I've never competed with you.

You've been guarding the borders all years.

You must be overly cautious.

Aman...

I just want to lead troops to battle,

and protect southern Yuezhou's peace.

I'm not looking for to compete.

- Your Highness... - Me neither.

What's wrong? Not satisfied?

- Not satisfied. - Let's wrestle.

Wrestle? No, not wrestling.

Not wrestling.

- Recitation. - Recitation?

No recitation.

- Wrestle. - Recitation.

- Wrestle. - Recitation.

- Wrestling. - Recitation.

- Wrestle. - Recitation.

Hold on, hold on, hold on.

You don't want to compete.

Neither do you.

Neither of you wants to compete.

Yet you don't seem to get along.

If the instigator knows it,

he must thank both of you for this.

Isn't that so?

Alright, back to business.

Now the Fan Clan is confiscated.

Only Fan Qingchen remains alive.

We can only follow this lead.

But my team escorting Fan Qingchen

met danger on the way.

The soldier who survived said

Fan Qingchen also died there.

Can't you see it?

They found that the Fan Clan is useless

and just eliminated him early.

Your Highness,

the route of your return to the capital

should also be known to others, right?

Those returning with me

are my henchmen.

Besides, everyone was attacked together.

It might be a ruse, who knows.

In any case, we must act cautiously.

Alright, alright.

I have a plan for this matter.

No need for both of you to worry.

Just take care of yourselves.

No need to walk me out.

He's still so contradictory.

He has always been like this.

It's already this time.

The Family School should be over.

Mr. Zhou should be done with class.

You value Zhou Zibo so much?

Mr. Zhou is gentle and refined,

and very knowledgeable.

Let me tell you,

he can even grow chives,

and all sorts of vegetables.

He can also make Lard and Chive Pie.

Mr. Zhou is different from anyone

whom I have ever met.

A dignified prince loves growing vegetables.

Zhou Zibo truly has a unique charm.

Xuechen,

- you don't know him well. - Great, Lingxi.

Keep the contract safe.

- Don't lose it. - Okay, Miss.

Why are they here?

Only you can manage this.

You were so eloquent

that profit-driven Mei Qiniang

finally conceded.

It was a forced move.

In my current situation,

the only reliable thing

is my unbeatable tongue.

(What is Miss Luo doing at Xunmei House?)

Qiuyue,

what are you looking at?

It's nothing.

Miss, let's go.

Would you like some pea flour cakes?

No, I don't want any.

Just take a look.

Look, look here.

Cloth tiger.

- Little tiger. - Miss, look at this.

Such big eyes, just like yours.

- Get it if you want. - So cute.

(Zhang's Locust Leaf Noodles)

And this one.

Lantern.

- Lantern. - Miss, look.

Miss, that one.

Lantern.

- This one's cute. - Look.

Take a look.

Miss Luo,

- what a coincidence. - Candied hawthorns.

Sir, how much is it?

Miss, I can give you a discount.

Sir, which one is better?

They are all sweet and good.

I'll

take them all.

I buy them for Hua.

Take them all home.

Mr. Lu, do you understand moderation?

Lingxi.

Miss, come take a look.

Wait a moment.

- It's for you. - For me?

Miss, choose one.

Miss Luo, what a coincidence.

I can meet you on the street.

Is it? I don't think so.

Times truly change.

I didn't expect

that Mr. Lu chases Miss Luo one day.

Miss, look at this. It suits you.

The jasmine flower is perfect for you.

That's right.

- Madam... - No matter how good it is,

it is still picked by anyone.

I don't like it.

- Sure. - Miss, take another look.

It's too plain. It is not suitable for you.

You have sharp eyes. It suits you best.

This one is nice. Madam.

This style doesn't suit me.

Feels a bit dowdy.

Please have a look over here.

Take a look here.

You have a great eye.

This suits you as well.

This one is better.

Madam.

I don't like this color.

I fear it might clash with me.

What do you really want?

I

want the grass target with candied hawthorns.

Lingxi, let's go.

Miss Luo.

(Chen Mansion)

Mr. Chen.

Mr. Kong, please have a seat.

The tea is ready for you.

From now on, we'll meet here.

I've ordered to kill Fan Qingchen.

All evidence related to us

in the Fan Mansion of Shuozhou

has been erased.

They won't trace it back to us soon.

You are always cautious in plans.

There's only one thing I don't understand.

Prince Hengyang returned to the capital.

I sent elite soldiers to kill him.

I thought with your cooperation,

he couldn't return alive.

But why

did it fail?

You recklessly assassinated him

without informing me beforehand.

I don't know the intricacies.

How could I cooperate?

Really?

Can you not recognize our own people

or did you deliberately cooperate

to help him escape?

Can you truly distinguish in your heart?

What do you mean by this?

I am worried about you.

You have been with the North Army

for many years.

Do you have a feeling of affection

for Prince Hengyang?

Mr. Chen,

you're overthinking it.

I have linked his assassination

to Prince Changyi and Young Master Lu,

causing discord among the three of them.

Compared to killing a general,

causing internal strife benefits us more.

What about the ledger?

If the secret letters are deciphered,

it will be a big problem.

I have already arranged it.

I will make sure that the ledger

disappears with the person who stole it.

Come, have some tea.

Mr. Lu has been quite annoying lately.

He finds excuses to meet me every day.

It's really disturbing.

I want to try on the outfit for the Contest,

so I had to hide here.

If you want to try, then try.

Why should I wear it?

Don't move.

If I put it on,

how can I see the effect?

Naturally, I need a lady

to put it on and show me.

But there're many ladies in the Lu Clan.

Don't speak.

Smile.

Have you changed yet?

Almost, almost.

Miss Luo, what are you doing here?

Your...

Your...

Is it long?

Isn't the sleeve supposed to be like this?

You...

You are...

You are Zibo...

I...

His...

sister?

Yes.

Indeed, Your Highness.

This is Zhou Zibo's sister,

Zhou Zitao.

No wonder she looks just like Zibo.

They are siblings,

so they naturally resemble each other.

Your Highness, what brings you here?

I came to discuss state matters with Zibo.

Is Zibo at home?

He's...

Zibo is not home today.

He went to visit a friend

and won't be back.

He asked me to take care of Zitao.

Zibo seems to

get on with Miss Luo.

Very well.

Then I'll come another day.

Alright.

Aman.

Xuechen?

How come you're here too?

I...

(What do you want to say?)

(Guess.)

I'm worried Miss Luo might neglect...

(Don't you dare!)

Mr. Zhou's sister. I came to help.

You're worried about Miss Luo.

Mr. Zhou and you truly are siblings.

Both are knowledgeable about crops.

(Does Prince Changyi recognize me?)

(No, I can't let him become suspicious.)

These chives are growing very well.

This is green onions.

Green onions?

Then this must be chives, right?

This is weeds.

I didn't expect that as a prince,

you know farming even better than I do.

These and those,

as well as these,

are all chives.

Chive leaves are long and flat,

and they are thick.

They have a waxy surface,

with a strong fragrance.

They are unique from others.

Zibo taught me all this.

My brother is always so rigid.

How can he teach you such boring things?

Please don't be offended.

I'll criticize him another day.

Absolutely not.

Agriculture is the foundation of life.

Besides, Zibo is very knowledgeable.

His words are often very enlightening.

He's witty and humorous,

it's not boring at all.

He's great.

That day,

we stood in the field for the first time.

He said chives have no memory.

They keep growing after being cut,

just like generations of loyal subjects.

One generation grows old,

and new ones take on the responsibilities.

This cycle ensures continued prosperity

and the peace of the nation.

(He remembers)

(every word I said.)

Did I say too much?

No, no.

You praise my brother like this.

I thank you on his behalf.

It's getting late.

Miss Luo is waiting for us.

Let's pick the vegetables quickly.

Alright.

So this is the chives, right?

The taste is indeed different.

Let me help you with that.

You know about their ties.

Why insist on keeping him for dinner?

If I hadn't kept him for dinner,

how would you have kept me here?

Be sure to use less pepper later.

I don't like pepper.

What are you doing?

I don't care.

Miss Luo, when you first came to the Lu Clan,

you weren't like this.

Back then, you...

I was eager to find a husband

and caused you some trouble.

Now, I have a way to reclaim the property.

In the future, I won't trouble you.

Actually, it's not much trouble.

Feel free to trouble me anytime.

In the future, you can continue...

Cause trouble again,

I won't finish in time.

This is

what you...

I intended to help,

but ended up hindering.

Lingyu.

You specially made it without pepper

to cater to Xuechen's taste.

So nice.

Really nice.

Zitao, let's eat from this plate.

Alright.

We have different tastes.

There's no need to sit at the same table.

Right?

Mr. Lu, what do you think?

Some things

might not be liked at first bite.

Have a few more bites, you'll enjoy it.

You...

Xuechen, don't force yourself.

It's not forced,

not at all.

Your Highness, you're right.

Most things in the world can't be forced,

like marriage,

engagements, weddings,

- Lingyu. - and...

You've been roasting. You must be tired.

Have some.

This is more suitable for you to eat.

Why?

You are always so eloquent.

You always have something to say.

You must love bamboo shoots.

I don't hate them.

But Aman loves bamboo shoots more.

I'll let him have them.

Right.

Stop arguing. I'll eat.

So, for you,

you put the overall situation first.

Like or dislike doesn't matter, right?

Yes.

You are correct.

As a prince,

I must consider the big picture.

My preferences don't matter.

But I would regret dragging others down.

So I always feel guilty.

Forget it.

In people's interactions,

either I owe you something,

or you owe me something.

It's never that simple to settle, is it?

Quick, Lingyu, have some water.

Are you okay?

Facing the consequences, aren't you?

Eat more vegetables.

Lingyu.

Don't just sit there, eat more.

Mr. Lu,

you truly go well with bamboo shoots.

If you spoke less,

it wouldn't have come to this.

Come, let's have this bowl.

Miss Luo, eat more,

so you have energy for dancing.

These chives are delicious.

So tasty.

(Chen Mansion)

Miss, fresh lamb was delivered today.

I made your favorite steamed lamb.

Xiu,

why are you being greedy again?

The Flower Goddess Contest is coming soon.

You've won the title for several years.

Everyone will certainly notice you.

Do not be complacent with past success.

You should learn to restrain yourself.

Your advice is wise.

A well-bred lady

must not eat more than three bites.

Prepare well for the Contest.

Yes, Father.

My Lord, Lady, Miss,

I've inquired from various sources.

They say Miss Luo will compete this year.

Miss Luo?

Is the one who performed

the Fiery Dance at the Zhongshan Banquet?

Exactly.

Miss Luo's Fiery Dance

was truly original.

She managed to please Prince Hengyang.

Though she was quick-witted,

her style was somewhat unsophisticated.

She is not suitable for the Contest.

At the Zhongshan Banquet,

she has already stolen the limelight.

In the Contest,

you must not be careless again.

Competing with her on stage,

to be honest,

I had a bit more expectation

for the Contest this time.

Father, Mother,

I won't eat anymore.

I'll prepare for the Contest.

For a grand event like this Contest,

you should be fully prepared.

Alright, go ahead.

Qiuyue.

(Looking at Miss Zhou's looks and figure,)

(compared to Zibo, they seem)

(more like one person than siblings.)

How could this be possible?

However,

Zibo never mentioned

having a younger sister to me.

Zibo's family name is Zhou.

When I met him,

I was searching for Zhou Yangling.

Could it really be such a coincidence?

Liu.

Your Highness.

Order someone

to bring Zhou Yangling's portrait.

Yes, Your Highness.

Miss, take it easy.

Qiniang said the dance is hard to perform.

Miss.

Miss, are you okay?

Be careful.

Miss, are you okay?

I'm fine.

I'll be fine after applying an ice pack.

Miss, this dance is too difficult.

Why insist on dancing this dance?

The Contest is filled with talents.

Miss Chen has won the title for years.

She must have extraordinary talent.

If I don't show some unique skills,

how can I possibly win?

Miss,

look at all the bruises on your feet.

You work too hard.

Lingxi, we finally found a way

to reclaim the family property.

I'm willing to endure any hardship.

It's still early.

I'll practice a some more.

Miss...

Miss...

I didn't expect Miss Luo

to have such determination and grit.

Sadly, the Qipan Dance is difficult.

To step on the beat every time,

she has to practice for nearly half a year.

Help me give this to her.

It seems Miss Luo holds a special place

in your heart.

If that's the case,

why not give it to her yourself?

If she knows it's from me,

she won't accept it.

There's always a counter for everything.

I didn't expect you

to also become so affectionate.

I...

Miss Luo.

- Qiniang. - Let's stop here for today.

Don't stretch it.

If you keep practicing like this,

when the Flower Goddess Contest arrives,

you might not be able to lift your leg.

Hurry and apply the medicine.

This medicine is...

This

is the most expensive medicated oil.

It heals minor injuries

instantly.

I was reluctant to give it to you.

If you don't want it,

I will take it back.

This is your kindness.

How could I refuse it?

Thank you.

Why does it take so many turns

for him to do some good deeds?

Miss, what are you saying?

Nothing.

Such expensive medicine shouldn't be wasted.

Lingxi, help me apply it.

I'll rest a bit and continue practicing.

Alright, Miss.

Why are you here?

Sir,

did you deliver her the medicated oil?

What did Miss Luo say?

Was she moved?

Should we give her another?

You talk too much.

They once invited me to be the judge.

Go and accept it for me.

But sir,

you refused it adamantly before.

I had a hard time turning them down.

This time...

Is it for Miss Luo?

The Ministry of Rites get off work at 3 pm.

If you can't finish it by today,

don't come back.

I'll go, I'll go.

Alright, I'm going now.

Who said before,

I don't like the hustle and bustle?

(She's willing to endure any hardship.)

(Luo Lingyu has finally returned.)

(Lu Mansion)

Miss, wipe your sweat.

No need.

Miss, have some water.

No need.

Miss, why not rest tonight?

Your ankle can't take it.

I'll apply some medicine later.

It's fine. I'll get better with practice.

It hurts, Miss?

To perfect the dance,

I must never slack off.

Sorry to interrupt.

Miss Luo,

the young master would like to see you.

It's so late. How about another day?

No,

it's about the Flower Goddess Contest.

Where is he?

Why hasn't she arrived yet?

Did Jinchuan send the message?

He did.

Did you come because I asked for you

or because it's about the Contest?

What do you want to say? Speak quickly.

Look at this.

(To Young Master Lu Yun)

Invite you to be a judge of the Contest?

Congratulations. Anything else?

I'm going to practice.

Do you know

the Flower Goddess Contest is not just

a talent competition among ladies?

The role of judge is very significant.

Besides me, the other three judges are

Mr. Sun, a student of Minister Chen,

Mr. Qin, an imperial relative,

and Mr. Xu,

who just entered the court.

In short,

there are many forces behind them.

Do you think they will judge fairly?

How can the Contest be fair?

I am a judge and I'll be fair.

But you must agree to three conditions.

Mr. Lu, please go ahead.

First,

I want you to perform the dance

you've prepared just for me.

What?

I'm judging it for you in advance

to see if your dance stands a chance.

If you're too tired or unwilling,

then forget it.

Why forget it?

Thank you.

This dance is intricate,

but to stay steady

is not easy.

I haven't mastered it yet.

Sorry for that.

The night is very deep.

Have you thought about the second condition?

What if I ask you

to kiss me?

♪Bright moonlight, with lanterns still burning♪

♪Deep night's hue, your face softly blurring♪

♪In a fleeting thought, my heart's line is stirring♪

♪Fate entwines, a knot forever binding♪

♪This love's riddle, your heart cold as steel♪

♪Yet your bright smile, how it steals♪

(Luo Lingyu, stay calm.)

Then it's settled.

Wait, wait, wait.

You...

How can you just kiss me like that?

Without any hesitation?

You said it was an exchange.

So there won't be any mixed feelings.

For me,

what's there to hesitate about?

Besides,

you're the most handsome in Yuezhou.

Kissing you won't make me lose out.

What if it were someone else?

Would you kiss them too?

Sure.

The Contest is my priority now.

I'll seize every opportunity I get.

If you intend to threaten me with this,

I would agree with the third condition

without hesitation.

When did I ever threaten you?

The third condition...

Let me think about it.

Alright, you go ahead.

I'll return to practice dance.

Farewell.

Miss, why did you take so long?

What did Mr. Lu want from you?

He's the judge for the Contest.

Really?

Will he help you in the Contest?

I can't trust him completely.

Even though I agreed to his conditions.

Conditions? What conditions?

Kiss you?

Oh sir.

How did you dare to make such a request?

Do you think she will think of me

as a carefree person?

You are not?

I've always spread rumors

that you flirt with many women.

You made such a request now.

Didn't it solidify this bad reputation?

Threaten?

She actually said I threatened her.

After being together so long,

how could she not know

I'm not one to take advantage of others?

You're not?

How could you not be?

You've made this request, sir.

Shut up.

Take your wage and leave.

(Chen Mansion)

The dance you taught is indeed good.

When Xiu wins the Flower Goddess,

besides the agreed reward,

I'll give you an extra one.

Thank you, Mrs. Chen.

She has been learning dance since childhood

with a great foundation

and quick to grasp it.

Today's practice is done.

Let her rest early.

Mother.

Qiniang says you do well.

But there're more contestants this year.

Miss Luo who made a hit last time

is also preparing meticulously.

Don't take it lightly.

Spend more time and effort on it.

Don't let others outshine you

and make me and your father lose face.

Yes, Mother.

Qiniang, let me walk you out.

Miss, you've practiced long today.

If you keep it up like this,

you won't be able to take it.

No, it's not enough yet.

I want to win Luo Lingyu

fair and square at the Contest.

I want Xuechen to know

what Luo Lingyu can do,

I can do as well,

and even better than her.

♪Clouds dream of garments, flowers dream of grace♪

♪Love for power, beauty, but freedom takes the place♪

♪Pearls of the night or robes of gold♪

♪All I'd trade for a cup of wine, bold♪

♪With the strength to bind a chicken, none♪

♪Yet I can seize fate's throat, alone♪

♪Wanna be my rival, you say♪

♪Sorry, you're not there yet, today♪

♪Don't speak of forever♪

♪It's too much for me♪

♪Don't stand idle♪

♪Let love not be late♪

♪Step aside, step aside, make some space♪

♪I'll choose or reject, take my time, no haste♪

♪If you're just boring, I won't stay♪

♪Without you, I'll still live my way♪

♪Step aside, step aside, let me through♪

♪Take it slow, don't be tense, it's true♪

♪Love is love, hate is hate, no debate♪

♪Don't waste this life, make it great♪

♪Clouds dream of garments, flowers dream of grace♪

♪Love for power, beauty, but freedom takes the place♪

♪Pearls of the night or robes of gold♪

♪All I'd trade for a cup of wine, bold♪

♪With the strength to bind a chicken, none♪

♪Yet I can seize fate's throat, alone♪

♪Wanna be my rival, you say♪

♪Sorry, you're not there yet, today♪

♪Don't speak of forever♪

♪It's too much for me♪

♪Don't stand idle♪

♪Let love not be late♪

♪Step aside, step aside, make some space♪

♪I'll choose or reject, take my time, no haste♪

♪If you're just boring, I won't stay♪

♪Without you, I'll still live my way♪

♪Step aside, step aside, let me through♪

♪Take it slow, don't be tense, it's true♪

♪Love is love, hate is hate, no debate♪

♪Don't waste this life, make it great♪