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[Youthful Glory] [EP08] [English subtitles are available]

[Jiang Xu...]

[I wish I hadn't gotten close to you,]

[becoming a nun would've been better!]

[If you're really as heroic]

[as Father says,]

[then show up now.]

[I don't want to]

[die young.]

[A marriage granted by His Majesty]

[is an incredible honor.]

[Marquis of Jing'an's daughter is marrying]

[Prince of Dingbei!]

[Today's the wedding day,]

[full of joy and good fortune.]

[Everyone here to celebrate]

[will get lucky money,]

[- Congratulations.] [- for good luck.]

Suxin.

Your Grace.

Any word

from His Highness?

Ma'am Quanfu has been waiting

in the back yard.

If this drags on,

she'll find out.

Keep it quiet, no matter what.

The wedding can't go wrong.

[To be wed]

[by imperial decree.]

What greater blessing?

Exactly.

I heard on betrothal day,

Prince of Dingbei even

added a bunch more to the list.

So lavish!

You should've seen it.

How extraordinary he is!

He is actually no ordinary

noble.

That's right.

Ladies.

- Congratulations, Your Grace. - Please.

Well,

Tan caught a cold

last night.

She woke up

with a

splitting headache

and can't handle any noise.

Some ladies

are in the back yard.

Why don't you head there

to have some tea?

- Sounds lovely. - Alright.

Alright.

Take good care of our guests.

This way please.

My Lord.

Mr and Mrs Su have arrived.

Stay here.

Nobody's allowed in.

Yes, Sir.

Wenchun,

you're finally here.

Well,

you two are slacking

as godparents.

Showing up this late?

When we show up

doesn't matter.

Even godparents,

we are still guests.

No way.

Don't

say that.

During the years

when I was absent,

you took good care of her.

We do bicker sometimes.

But I've never forgotten

your kindness.

If you stopped arguing with me,

that's when I'd start worrying.

That's true.

All right, enough.

At your age,

you're still joking around.

I'm gonna seek Tan out

for a heartfelt chit-chat.

Yunru!

I have a special gift for her.

Actually...

Tan caught a cold.

Her head's been aching badly.

I just went to see her myself,

but she didn't let me in.

Why don't you wait a bit?

You'll see her

when the time comes.

You are her father,

but you're still a man.

So she didn't wanna see you now.

I've been like a mother to her.

She'd like to see me.

Wait.

Yunru!

Hey.

They're having a private chat.

Why're you tagging along?

It's the wedding day.

Why so jumpy?

Don't tell me something's wrong?

What could possibly?

Exactly.

I'm just excited, that's all.

Greetings.

- Welcome! - Congrats!

- Glad to see you. - Welcome.

Come in.

This way, please.

Nothing more joyful than

a daughter's wedding.

Definitely.

I'm...

delightful.

That's the spirit.

Greetings, You Grace.

I'm here to have

a heart-to-heart talk with Tan.

Excuse me, Ma'am.

She's got a headache

and asked not to receive any guests.

She's sick?

Then I have to check on her.

Ma'am,

she's resting now.

Why not wait in the back yard?

You'll see her soon

once she's all dressed up.

At this hour,

Tan's still resting?

Missing the propitious hour,

it'll bring bad luck.

Yeah, right.

Please don't worry.

She knows what's important.

She won't miss it.

Why not rest in the back yard

for now?

Tan must be shy

about getting married.

Ma'am!

So she's faking sick to dodge visitors.

Tan?

Wait!

Tan?

Ma'am!

Forgive me, My Lady.

Mrs Su insisted on seeing you.

I couldn't stop her.

Is it you, Mama?

Tan,

why is your voice so hoarse?

Are you coughing badly?

Here,

let me take a look at you.

[My Lady!]

The medicine's ready!

Drink it now.

It'll fix that cough fast.

Greetings, Mrs Su.

Please be careful.

Don't let that veil slip.

When doing the makeup,

Ma'am Quanfu reminded that

you can only

lift it yourself after you

bid your father farewell,

or it's a bad omen.

Ma'am,

is that right?

Of course.

This tradition is

all about good fortune.

Tan,

this is my gift for you.

Here.

Let me put it on you.

The propitious hour's near.

Get ready to head out.

I'll wait in the front hall.

[Tan!]

You promised me

that I'd get to see your makeup first.

Why've you

already put on the veil?

Miss Bai!

What...

Lv'e?

Miss...

Miss Bai.

What...

What's going on?

Where's Tan?

Luckily, Ma'am Quanfu

from the palace has never seen Tan.

Or we couldn't have hidden it this long.

What happened?

Where's Tan?

No idea.

We'll keep stalling as long as we can.

What time is it now?

Your Grace,

the propitious hour.

[Wasn't Prince of Rui supposed to]

come to fetch the bride?

Where is he?

Weird.

[Could something have gone wrong?]

It's time.

Why hasn't Tan come out

to bid you farewell?

She...

You wouldn't be hiding her 'cause

you can't bear to let her go, right?

Of course not.

Hard to say.

It's time to begin the farewell ritual.

[- Great!] [- Great!]

Wenchun, after you.

Okay.

[Spring marks the beginning of the year.]

Of all virtues, filial piety comes first.

On this wedding day,

the bride bids her Father farewell.

Tan,

you're getting married.

I'm truly happy for you.

From now on,

you and His Highness

must respect

and support each other,

through thick and thin.

Alright.

Don't miss the time.

Go now.

Tan.

Tan,

I can't bear to see you go.

After you marry His Highness,

remember to visit us often

and keep us company.

Hurry,

the hour's almost past.

Tan,

I didn't get to see you

at Mirrorlake Yard.

At least let me

see you

before you leave.

Just one look.

Don't!

Outrageous!

How dare you

disrespect your elder?

Minmin, mind your manners.

Dad. You don't understand.

If someone else

lifts the bride's veil,

it's considered unlucky.

Right, Ma'am?

Yes.

Mrs Su, it's not proper to do that.

We've treated Tan

like our own daughter.

What's wrong with a glance

as we send her off?

If there's any bad luck,

let it fall on me.

Here.

[Who dares lift the veil]

[and ruin my wedding?]

[The groom comes over in person,]

[showing his sincerity]

[and hopes for good luck!]

Your Highness, how incredible!

Tan and I

are truly honored.

Mrs Su's Tan's godmother.

[It's natural that she can't stand parting.]

[She didn't mean to overstep.]

Please

don't take offense.

Father, if you say so,

I'll let it slide.

Thanks, Your Highness.

My princess, please lift your veil,

take the wedding fan,

and follow me to the carriage.

Are you alright?

[His Highness?]

[Jiang Xu!]

[Help!]

[Help!]

Since Mrs Su's

so close to Tan,

Tan should say goodbye to her,

lest she misses Tan

so much that

she loses sleep and appetite.

Papa, Mama, you've cared for me

all these years.

I'll never

forget your kindness.

I shall bid you farewell and thank you

for your boundless love.

The bracelet you

gave me today,

I'll always

treasure it.

[The bride is leaving!]

Father,

I'm leaving now.

Good, good,

just go on.

[Prince of Dingbei personally escorts his bride.]

[May their life blessed with happiness!]

The Princess

looks different from this morning.

It was still dark,

and you must've seen wrong.

Don't let

His Highness hear that.

"On South Mountain, vines entwine the trees."

"May their marriage be full of joy and harmony."

[My silk stockings brushed the dust.]

[I ran off, leaving him to carry my shoes.]

[He is]

[my husband.]

Father, rest assured.

I'll

take my leave now.

Your Highness,

please take good care of her.

Xu's now a married man.

I used to think

he's too reserved,

and he'd be

the last of us to get married.

Who knew he'd be the first?

Moreover,

he married an elegant,

charming, and witty lady.

Even I, a marriage phobe,

feel a little tempted.

Good thing the young ladies

in the capital all have taste.

None of them likes you.

I just want to win one girl's heart.

What does it matter

if others don't like me?

Without comparison,

you'd never see the gap.

My cousin-in-law's so dignified.

But look at you!

Cousin-in-law?

His Highness married Tan,

so he's my cousin-in-law.

You got a problem?

Why did you snatch my pearl?

It's lucky money

prepared by my cousin-in-law.

And who

comes to escort the bride empty-handed?

As groomsmen,

don't be stingy.

Here.

The more, the better.

- Here. - Here.

Take it all.

Are these enough?

Is that lucky enough?

Sure.

[More money-minded than me?]

No wonder we're

destined to be together.

You two

would make a good pair.

Even the way you wave

your fans is perfectly in sync.

I...

A pair with him? That's nonsense.

[Set out!]

[Hear the imperial edict!]

[Ming Tan,]

[Marquis of Jing'an's legitimate daughter,]

[is virtuous, wise, and renowned for beauty.]

[She possesses virtues and a gentle nature,]

[granted the title of Princess of Dingbei,]

[and shall handle the affairs of the household.]

[Carry out this decree accordingly.]

Thanks His Majesty's boundless grace.

Congratulations,

Prince and Princess.

It's time for

[the wedding ceremony!]

[Today is a day of joy.]

[Ming and Jiang families are joined in marriage.]

[May it bring]

[lasting happiness and prosperity.]

[Wish them a beautiful]

[and happy life,]

[and having lovely]

[and capable children.]

[May the couple live long and thrive!]

[Fan removal ritual!]

Let's skip these formalities.

Let the Princess rest early.

Your Highness, no matter how eager you're,

the rites must be observed.

Your Highness,

please compose a poem.

"Tonight, youth blooms in full grace."

"A blossom glows in leaves' embrace."

"Like precious jade, your beauty gleams."

"Why hide such grace with just a fan?"

It's not good

enough to move the Princess.

[Right.]

[If the poem doesn't impress,]

the Princess won't

put the fan down.

"As fair as flowers soft in bloom,"

"your beauty graces this home."

"We met beneath the mountain haze."

"Your blushing face outshines all fair."

[He remembers]

[we first met at the Hazeveil Temple?]

[Your Highness.]

This one

hasn't swayed the Princess yet.

[Maybe one more?]

[Yes.]

[One more! One more!]

"No need for powder or jewel,"

"your beauty's natural and rare."

"Don't fear what lies ahead."

"I vow to be with you for life."

[So he remembered everything]

[I ever wished for.]

[Food-sharing ritual!]

[Drink the wedding wine.]

Careful.

[Ceremony done!]

Send the bride to the bridal chamber!

[Great!]

Isn't your neck sore from that crown?

Thanks for your concern.

Come in.

Greetings,

Your Highness.

If you're injured,

be sure to get treated.

Get some rest.

If hungry, ask them to serve dishes.

The phoenix crown's heavy,

you can take it off.

My Lady, are you hurt?

Are you feeling unwell?

I'm fine.

Thank goodness.

We were so worried.

Thank heavens

the wedding's finally over.

My Lady,

you have no idea

how close we're to getting caught.

We almost got exposed several

times.

My Lady,

shall I get this crown off?

It's so heavy.

Cheers.

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Congratulations!

May you soon have

sons and daughters.

Thank you.

Your Highness,

you know I'm no good with words.

And I'm not an educated man.

Later, I'll toast you a few rounds.

All my blessings are

in the wine.

At every victory feast,

you never drink.

But it's your wedding day,

you can't say no today, right?

Exactly. Right.

Come on, Your Highness.

Join us.

Alright, enough.

Drink.

I know Xu is

strict with you.

So you don't

dare step out of line.

Now that you've got the chance,

you're trying to get him drunk?

Well then,

I'd better give him a few

words of advice while he's still sober.

Alright.

Gotta say,

His Highness is really thoughtful.

Of course,

he should care for his wife.

Exactly.

Why else would he

go and escort My Lady himself?

He didn't even

tell me he'd come in person.

He didn't want you to worry,

so he came in person.

With him there, who'd dare cause a scene?

Does this

mean he likes me?

Given how careful

and considerate he is,

if he isn't smitten with you,

what else could it be?

Huaiyu,

do you really

have something to tell me?

You'll find out soon enough.

[Mr Liu,]

[without you, the Ministry of Revenue]

[wouldn't be what it is today.]

[Right?]

Go ahead.

[We owe you a lot.]

I'll be there shortly.

Ever since you took office,

you've nearly cleared all those

messy accounts that piled up for years.

Remarkable.

His Majesty

even praised you a few days ago.

You've always been diligent

and never slack off.

He's never been late, not once all year.

With him around,

the Ministry's

been running smooth as ever.

Yeah.

But

we didn't

see you on duty last night.

Were you off

dating some young lady?

Congrats, Your Highness.

Blessings.

Congratulations.

Your Highness, a toast.

Pardon any negligence.

I'll toast to you

with tea.

We're honored.

Mr Liu,

cheers.

Thanks, Your Highness.

Help yourselves.

Thanks.

Thank you.

Since when are you close to

someone of the Ministry of Revenue?

It's the wedding day, no talk of business.

Drinking's what matters now.

I went to great lengths

to get this fine wine.

So, let's

get wasted today.

The banquet will start at night.

Are you craving a drink so much

that you can't wait?

Drink by yourself if you want.

Xu was up all night

busy saving

the Princess.

If he drank with us now,

his wedding night would

be ruined.

I didn't

call him here for drinks.

I really have something to tell him.

Xu,

I know

you've fought enemies valiantly.

But I bet

you know nearly nothing

about how to treat your wife.

He's right.

You really ought to listen to us,

no, to them.

Nope, to him.

Right.

Xu,

now that you're married,

you better not

treat your wife coldly

on the wedding night.

Imagine,

you'll be sharing a bed,

and she'll be shy.

You can't be so reserved

as usual.

You...

Exactly.

Say a few more words.

It won't kill you!

Hey.

Don't mention that

on such a joyous day.

Anyway,

just take my advice.

Chat about

things she likes.

Don't go on about military tactics.

You can talk to her about

poetry and literature.

You know that stuff well, innit?

Right, say something first.

Don't be so rough

and impatient.

Sounds like

you're both experts.

How many times

have you been married?

We haven't gotten married,

but we know more

about this than you do.

[The banquet is ready.]

[Honored guests,]

[please proceed to the dining hall!]

My Lady.

My Lady!

His Highness is on the way.

His Highness is coming.

How do I look?

- Your Highness. - My Lady.

Go ahead, please.

You were taken last night

because of me.

You're smart

and left

clues along the way.

So I could find you in time.

Otherwise, our wedding today

would've fallen apart.

You flattered me.

If you hadn't arrived in time,

I wouldn't have made it out.

You've saved me several times,

I can only repay you

with...

I'm sorry you're startled.

You didn't sleep well last night.

You must be exhausted.

It's getting late.

Get some rest now.

Rest already?

Not going to bed?

Do you have other plans?

I...

I... I mean...

There could be.

But...

I'm not ready yet.

Your Highness?

I...

I didn't put that there!

I swear!

Your Highness, I didn't!

This...

You don't have to explain.

I understand.

Understand what?

This has nothing to do with me.

Of course I have to explain!

Even if you did prepare it,

it's fine.

[Why did I make that silly pact with him?]

[Now]

[I've pushed him away.]

[And worse, he thinks]

[I'm playing]

[hard to get.]

Come on.

It's such a joyous occasion.

Time for a big drink.

It's been years

since we last drank like this.

I still remember

the high spirits we had

when we just entered the court.

And now

decades

have passed in a blink.

Why so

quiet today?

Are you still

reluctant to see Tan married off?

Come on.

Drink your sorrows away.

Cheers. Drink up.

Cheers.

Pour the wine.

Alright.

Please.

Last night,

Tan was

kidnapped by the Spectre Sect.