Original subtitles

♪So this is what love is♪

♪I want to transform into a butterfly and pretend to meet you by accident♪

♪Gentle yet playful♪

♪You are as sweet as honey and as beautiful as springtime blooms♪

♪Yes♪

♪I have secretly fallen in love♪

♪My eyes filled with longing. I can't help but care deeply about you♪

♪In this lifetime, I'll practice hard♪

♪To master your enchanting worldly charm♪

♪You are like a love story, a poem, a dream, and a stunning view♪

♪The unparalleled and everlasting love in this world, all that touches my heart♪

♪Your dress brushes past the copper bell♪

♪Laughing foolishly, feeling fortunate to have met you♪

♪Cherry blossoms fall into my heart♪

♪You are like a mood, sometimes happy, sometimes mad, and sometimes sunny♪

♪I'm the happiest when I think of you and I want to pick the stars for you♪

♪I'll be gentle with you for the rest of my life♪

♪You make me want to be close to you♪

♪Let's travel together to the ends of the earth♪

♪There's a girl, playful and unique♪

♪A smile of hers can make the whole street bloom♪

♪How could the world ever let down a pair like us, unmatched in the world?♪

♪The world is no longer fun. I don't want to explore it without you♪

♪There's a girl, mesmerized by the spring breeze♪

♪Like falling petals meeting flowing water, hoping for eternity♪

♪I shall confess my love for you♪

♪There is someone♪

♪I really like♪

♪You are like a love story, a poem, a dream, and a stunning view♪

♪The unparalleled and everlasting love in this world, all that touches my heart♪

♪Your dress brushes past the copper bell♪

♪Laughing foolishly, feeling fortunate to have met you♪

♪Cherry blossoms fall into my heart♪

♪You are like a mood, sometimes happy, sometimes mad, and sometimes sunny♪

♪I'm the happiest when I think of you and I want to pick the stars for you♪

♪I'll be gentle with you for the rest of my life♪

♪You make me want to be close to you♪

♪Let's travel together to the ends of the earth♪

[Practice Daughter]

[Adapted from An Yimo's original novel, The Charming Thief Princess]

[Episode 4]

What...

[Chongwen Pavilion] Water can carry a boat,

but it can also overturn it.

As a ruler,

you must keep this in mind to avoid danger.

If you do, the danger will not come to pass.

Eighth Prince?

[Nangong Pin]

Mr. Zhou.

Tell me, how to be a ruler?

As for being a ruler...

Are you referring to being a husband?

In terms of how one should be a husband,

well, it mainly depends on whom you marry.

If you marry a beautiful and gentle lady,

you naturally cherish and love her.

But if you marry a shrew, then, well...

Ridiculous.

Mr. Zhou, am I wrong?

The way of being couples is a part of human relationships,

and everyone has to get married.

- I heard... - Mr. Zhou, don't be mad.

there are several female students at the Chongwen Academy today.

Mr. Zhou, won't you take us to meet them?

I'm truly infuriated.

Ladies,

we've arrived at the Chongwen Academy of the palace.

From now on,

- you'll be studying here. - Once you enter the Chongwen Academy...

pay even more attention to your manners and etiquette.

Take a good look around.

Yeah, I know.

I'll familiarize myself with the surroundings first,

then figure out a way to sneak out and steal the pearls later.

Once we're in the palace,

will we be able to see the Crown Prince often?

His Highness is of noble status

and probably wouldn't bother with us insignificant figures.

Plus, with a talented lady like Mei Yushan around,

His Highness might not even notice us.

That's not necessarily true.

The other day at the museum,

His Highness didn't even spare her a glance.

Greetings, ladies.

- Greetings, Your Highnesses. - Greetings, Your Highnesses.

In the future, we'll be classmates.

You don't need to be so formal.

Do any of you gentlemen know

when the Crown Prince will visit the Chongwen Academy?

Yao has been deeply involved in court affairs in recent years

and hasn't visited the Chongwen Academy for a long time.

I'm afraid you ladies will be disappointed.

How could this be?

Your Highness.

His Highness?

Your Highness!

Who pushed us?

Your Highness, you are leaving already?

Your Highness...

Your Highness, don't...

- Greetings, Your Highness. - Greetings, Your Highness.

Yao, how come you are here?

- Your Highness. - Your Highness.

The Crown Prince will be visiting the Chongwen Academy in the coming days

to study with everyone.

- For real? - Really?

- That's great! - That's great!

Ladies,

this is the Grand Tutor of our Chongwen Academy.

- Greetings, sir. - Greetings, sir.

With the Crown Prince returning to the Chongwen Academy

and the arrival of the young ladies,

I can tell that none of you can

focus on studying today.

Let's go.

We are so fortunate to have the opportunity

to meet His Highness today.

Indeed.

Ladies, please come and get

your student identity plates for the academy.

- Sure. - Let's go.

You ran away quickly yesterday, didn't you?

Yao, it's great that you're back at the Chongwen Academy.

Now I get to see you every day.

Ladies, please come and get your student identity plates.

Have you been doing your homework lately?

The Grand Tutor just tested you

on how to be a ruler.

Let's hear your answer.

- Yes. - Go ahead and tell us.

Let's hear your answer.

Yao, you're the Crown Prince,

bearing heavy responsibilities.

Naturally, you're not thinking the same as I do.

As for me, I'm just a mere Eighth Prince.

What does being a ruler have to do with me?

What number is the Crown Prince's plate?

I can't see the number clearly.

[Two] Number two.

Where's number three?

The Eighth Prince is faster than all of you.

Why can't I find it?

He's already seated next to the Crown Prince.

[One]

They've taken number one and number three.

What's the point for us to choose the other ones?

His Highness likes symmetry,

so we can't sit on either side of him.

That won't do.

I still need to ask him for the pearl.

Then let's sit on either side of the Crown Prince.

No way.

Eunuch Song.

What is it?

Is it true that once we enter the academy, there's no hierarchy

and we have to follow the rules of the academy?

That has been the rule of the Chongwen Academy for many years.

Is it a rule that no one can sit next to the Crown Prince?

Well...

No,

there isn't.

Since Eunuch Song says there isn't,

I'll sit next to him.

How can you sit here?

- Get up! - Get up!

What are these?

These are...

This seating is determined by drawing lots.

It's fair and square.

As you can see,

there are two red bamboo slips in this draw.

Whoever draws the red slip

can sit next to the Crown Prince.

This will definitely be mine.

Interesting.

So that's how it is.

Then it will definitely be mine.

So, does everyone understand now?

- Yes. - Yes.

Come on,

line up.

Line up after me.

I'll go first.

- I'll go first. - Don't push.

- The red one. - The red one.

- You got it on the first try. - You got it.

- The red one. - Don't be the red one.

Come on.

Heaven is envious of talents.

Without saying anything else,

I don't think it's happening.

What are you doing?

I noticed that the one you just drew wasn't red.

I want to help you out.

Later, you should...

It's my turn.

I haven't taken my hand out yet.

Sorry. I was too eager.

Are you cheating?

Do you have something in your hand?

No.

Show me.

This one.

Did you hide it in your clothes?

You must have hidden it in your shoes.

Miss Su, are you done checking me?

If you are, it's my turn.

Don't let her get it.

Don't let her get it.

Sorry, I got it, Miss Su.

Now there are people on both sides.

Now it's symmetrical, right?

Isn't the scenery better here?

Besides,

I actually want to sit in the front.

I'm just so lucky.

I just happened to draw it.

Don't get too excited too soon.

My Second Brother.

Who wants to trade with me?

How about you trade with me?

I've told you.

My Second Brother.

Are you done yet?

All you can see is the Crown Prince.

Go away.

Why are you so annoying?

Miss Mei, these books need to be symmetrical.

Here.

Stay away from me.

How about we switch?

Alright.

Quickly pack up your things.

Yes.

Let's switch seats.

Someone is

so intolerant of others sitting next to him.

It's easy.

Just give me back the pearl

and I promise to disappear immediately.

Then I'll add another five hundred taels.

You can sit there.

I dare you!

Miss Mei, you have some skills.

From your right hand to your left hand,

I didn't expect even your hair could help.

How did you know?

I didn't mean it that way.

Let's spar a bit.

All of you,

leave.

You caused such a big fuss

just for one pearl?

Well,

that pearl is really very important to me.

If your pearl is so precious,

why did you deliberately drop it on me that day?

I...

You took my jade pendant,

tracked me to the Relief Organization,

approached me under the pretense of asking for the pearl,

and today you insisted

on sitting next to me just to get the pearl.

Don't you think your intentions

are too obvious?

That day at the Relief Organization,

I was really there to see someone.

As the daughter of the Grand Chancellor,

you should uphold decorum

and maintain self-respect.

How am I not upholding decorum or respecting myself?

If I intentionally dropped the pearl on you,

then whenever I gamble, I'll lose.

Whenever I come into money, it always slips away.

Whenever I...

Whenever I encounter a dog, it always bites me.

Are you satisfied now?

You always bite whenever you encounter a dog?

Whenever I encounter a dog, it always bites me.

You just made this up, didn't you?

Maybe.

Then according to your logic,

I suspect you were the one following me, Your Highness.

But then why were you at the Relief Organization that day

when I was there?

And why haven't you returned the pearl to me?

Maybe you were the one trying to find reasons to get close to me.

Some people are just too cheeky

and lack decorum and self-respect.

They go to great lengths but only earn others' dislike in return.

Your Highness.

He's so handsome.

The Crown Prince is really handsome.

My brush...

Why is it broken?

This painting should be the best.

Forgive my ignorance. Please enlighten me.

What distinguishes this painting?

This one.

That one.

And this one.

I... I still don't understand.

The calluses on the fingers of the person in the painting

indicate her diligent practice in playing the guqin.

Look at the posture,

Miss Mei must be skilled in dancing.

Just by looking at this painting, one can tell

that the person depicted is knowledgeable, rational,

diligent, and eager to learn.

You are completely right, Your Majesty.

It seems that those who come from the Grand Chancellor's Residence

are truly remarkable.

Yes,

Mei Yushan is exceptionally talented.

And now that her maid is taking the lead.

Then give them the best chamber

in the ladies' residence.

Yes, Your Majesty.

The maid's painting has unexpectedly taken the lead.

Her Majesty rewards you with a move to the best chamber.

Thank you, Eunuch Song.

This house is really nice!

I want to live in there too.

Your maid is so talented at painting.

What's her name?

Her name is Mei...

Mei Daidai.

Mei?

Same last name as yours?

You can just call her Mei.

How much did you pay for her?

Can I buy her from you?

Don't even think about it.

She's mine.

Wow,

this is much better than my home in Black Dog Alley.

And this bed is huge!

It's so comfortable.

You sleep on the floor at night.

Why?

For eighteen years, I've always slept alone.

How could I get used to having someone beside me?

Alright,

I'll sleep on the floor if I have to.

But I'll need a pillow and a blanket.

Besides,

it's actually my body that sleeps in your bed.

As for you,

your body

has been pampered for over a decade.

It's time to endure some hardships.

Alright,

let's share the bed.

I don't want to suffer alone either.

Okay then.

There are indeed many treasures in the palace.

A celadon ivy-patterned vase

that could be sold for dozens of silver taels

is just casually placed here randomly.

Is this one pure silver?

It really is.

Stealing in the palace is a capital offense.

Don't cause trouble for me.

What are you talking about?

If I weren't too poor

to buy clothes and food out there,

who would I do such a thing?

Why did you steal the Moon Spirit Pearl then?

That was because of my First Father.

My Second and Third Fathers didn't want to do it either.

But then that woman said

there were many famous thieves in the martial world

who couldn't steal this pearl.

As soon as my First Father heard that,

he immediately agreed with a bang on the table.

My First Father is sensitive about his reputation.

As for this pot,

don't underestimate it just because it can't hold much water.

It's worth at least

seventy to eighty silver taels.

Let me wipe it.

I'm wiping it since it's dirty.

None of the items you mentioned

are as valuable

as any of the items on that rack.

Really?

I know this thing.

It's very valuable.

It's from the palace of the previous dynasty.

It must be an antique then.

A funerary item.

Do you like it?

It belongs to the dead?

That's bad luck.

You annoying Mei Daidai, were you trying to trick me?

Now you've learned to play tricks on people?

Aren't you only interested in valuable items?

Well,

I'm not a tomb raider.

I don't touch these things.

Besides, I have high standards.

I've seen all kinds of good stuff.

Remember,

speak less, and observe more.

Never pretend to understand when you don't.

Don't cause trouble for us.

Us, huh? I don't think so.

Right now, you're a maid.

Maids do what maids are supposed to do.

Clean the room,

wipe the dust, and pour me some tea.

Hurry.

Pour you some tea, huh?

What are you doing?

This is worth dozens of taels.

You broke it just like that.

Dust, huh?

There's too much dust. I can't get it all off.

I lost dozens of taels again.

This thing seems to be really dusty too.

Don't break it.

Don't break it.

Weren't you the one who said you don't touch things from the dead?

I'm just afraid I can't afford to pay for it.

This way, I saved a few hundred taels.

Is there anywhere else that needs cleaning?

No need.

My dear friend, please stop cleaning.

My bad.

I'll slap myself as punishment.

Don't slap my face.

Where on earth are you hiding it, Crown Prince?

I don't believe I can't find it.

My dear friend,

where does the Crown Prince actually live?

The Eastern Palace.

That pearl must be in the Eastern Palace.

I'll go and check.

Do you think the Eastern Palace is a candy store or a tofu shop?

It's not easy to get in.

What should we do then?

Stay calm and patient.

Wait for the right moment.

Then let's...

Shush.

Even though this face is my own,

why does it look more and more detestable?

What am I waiting for?

I'll get that pearl today,

switch my body back, and leave the palace.

Then whenever I gamble, I'll lose.

Whenever I come into money, it always slips away.

Whenever I...

Whenever I encounter a dog, it always bites me.

And why haven't you returned the pearl to me?

Maybe you were the one trying to find reasons to get close to me.

Your Highness, please have some tea.

Why did he only drink one cup of tea?

[You] [*You means the right side]

He's really strange today.

[Xingqing Hall]

Nanbei.

Your Highness,

today, the Imperial Kitchen has prepared some cherry blossom cakes.

Nanbei said he's going to fetch some

for you to taste.

Zuo went along as well.

This glutton

must be craving it himself.

Come with me.

Yes, Your Highness.

So many guards

and the wall is still so high.

[Eastern Palace]

If I bring your token

and wear your clothes,

won't I be able to enter the Eastern Palace?

You...

Take this!

Who hit me?

Who hit me?

You pervert!

Someone!

Someone! Please come quickly!

You two, come with me.

We can't let this seductress get away.

- Go away! - You seductress.

Someone!

Someone! Please come quickly!

What happened?

Just now...

Just now, there was a palace maid

who noticed that I am good-looking,

elegant, and charming...

Stop.

Get to the point.

That woman harassed me.

Harassed you?

Which way did she go?

That way.

Commander Fei,

[Fei Kuai] you must find justice for me!

Don't chase...

You have to chase her. Why don't you chase her?

The wrong person.

Don't chase the wrong person.

Right, we can't chase the wrong person.

She's thin,

wearing a green outfit,

and about this tall.

Let's go!

Commander Fei, I'll count on you.

Miss Mei.

Miss Mei.

Eunuch Song.

Where's your young lady?

My young lady is new to the palace

and finds everything fascinating. So she's out exploring the palace.

Please forgive her, sir.

Even if she's the Grand Chancellor's daughter,

she can't disregard the rules on her first day in the palace.

She might face punishment for this.

You advised us earlier

not to go out at night without permission,

so naturally, we wouldn't dare to disobey.

But it's still daytime

and the young lady...

You little servant girl,

you have a smart mouth, huh?

Fine, I won't argue with you.

Listen,

I'm not the one looking for her.

You go talk to the person yourself.

Come with me.

Your Highness, my apologies for the delay.

Miss Mei is not in her chamber at the moment.

Therefore, I have brought her maid to you.

It seems I've made this trip in vain.

Aren't you the palace maid who poured the liquor that night?

She's the female thief that night.

Your Highness,

I accompanied my young lady to the museum on that day

and was mistakenly identified as a palace maid by a eunuch.

Since you are a maid from the Grand Chancellor's Residence,

why didn't you clarify the situation on the spot?

Don't... Don't move!

I was telling you to not move.

Go to hell!

Where did she go?

Go... Go after her!

[Tianji Mansion]

How is it possible?

It's been more than ten years,

why can't I see her face clearly?

Did I calculate something wrong?

Since serving Your Highness is such an important matter,

of course, my young lady takes it very seriously

and supports it wholeheartedly.

It was just a case of going along with the mistake,

which led to the misunderstanding that day.

Your young lady has such respect for me?

Today, in class,

she showed no shame

and no respect for me.

Where is she now?

Wasn't it yesterday that you said

you wanted to be the bravest man in Shengdong?

I want to grow up quickly

and drive away the Jixi Army.

As expected of Shengdong's little general.

When I grow up, I want to protect Your Majesty,

the little prince,

the little princess,

and everyone else in the palace.

Just like my father, I want to be a great hero.

Come on. Hurry up.

How is Her Majesty?

She fainted.

♪It's your mesmerizing glance♪

♪Freezing the gentle breeze of the mundane world♪

♪Your gentle call awakens me from my unfinished dreams♪

♪It's hard to convey my love for you when fighting for the homeland♪

♪Our destined encounter♪

♪I am meant to accompany you on this journey♪

♪Wishing for a bit more♪

♪So love feels even more real♪

♪You and I, each completing the other, year after year♪

♪Accompany me to explore the world♪

♪We walk together on bustling streets♪

♪My heart leans towards your warm embrace♪

♪We're both kites reclaimed from the edge of the sky♪

♪If it's an unfathomable fate, let me do it again♪

♪We're both misunderstood, yet we accept it willingly♪

♪Step forth boldly and join me without asking where we're heading♪