Original subtitles

♪Chasing wind, I set out afar♪

♪The road ahead lost, my voice unheard♪

♪I've tasted joy and sorrow♪

♪Laying low, I plan every move♪

♪With a mortal heart and lingering ties♪

♪I'm roaming far and wide♪

♪A twist of fate in desperate times♪

♪A bond that outlives the dust of life♪

♪Still chasing what immortality means♪

♪Even eternity flashes by in a blink♪

♪Don't mock my ordinary life♪

♪I fight alone as chaos shakes the world♪

♪Don't scorn my humble roots♪

♪Kind at heart, ruthless when I must be♪

♪Fate stirs with joy and grief beneath♪

♪I hold the tide between life and death♪

♪Faith carries me through endless dark♪

♪And I return with a heart refined♪

♪Forged by trial, I rise through three realms♪

♪Reborn in the wheel of fate♪

[The Immortal Ascension]

[Adapted from the webnovel, The Immortal Ascension by Wangyu]

[serialized in www.qidian.com under China Literature Limited]

[Episode 23]

Get your filthy feet off me!

- Don't touch me! - Don't move!

Stop moving!

Stop!

Untie me at once!

You useless trash!

You'll meet your end soon enough!

Da.

- I think we should... - Let's go.

...get out of here.

Da!

♪Heaven and Earth, the sacred path♪

♪The root of all creation♪

♪Through endless trials I train♪

♪To awaken my true power♪

♪Within and beyond all realms♪

♪Only the Dao stands above♪

♪Golden light surrounds me♪

♪Wrapping me in its glow♪

♪It can't be seen♪

♪It can't be heard♪

♪It holds the world♪

♪And gives life to all♪

♪Chanted a thousand times♪

♪It makes my spirit shine♪

♪The Three Realms guard my path♪

♪The Five Emperors guide me♪

♪All the immortal bow♪

♪Even thunder serves me♪

♪All the immortal bow♪

♪Even thunder serves me♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Thunder resides in me♪

♪With the lightning's name sealed♪

♪Wisdom flows through me♪

♪Five forces rise from within♪

♪Golden rays blaze out♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

♪The way of Heaven and Earth♪

♪I swear to crush all evil♪

♪Blood may stain my robe♪

♪But who can see the truth?♪

♪I won't let the world decide♪

♪What I must look like...♪

I'll help you, Master!

Here I come!

♪My will stays unshaken♪

♪The road is full of perils♪

♪Wild grass covers the hills♪

♪Forged through pain and fire♪

♪I roar without regret♪

♪Crush this mortal world♪

♪Leave behind a fearless soul♪

♪Heaven and Earth, the sacred path♪

♪The root of all creation♪

♪Through endless trials I train♪

♪To awaken my true power♪

♪Within and beyond all realms♪

♪Only the Dao stands above♪

♪Golden light surrounds me♪

♪Wrapping me in its glow♪

♪It can't be seen♪

♪It can't be heard♪

♪It holds the world♪

♪And gives life to all♪

♪Chanted a thousand times♪

♪It makes my spirit shine...♪

Hey, stupid bull!

I'm right here!

Come at me!

♪The way of Heaven and Earth♪

♪I swear to crush all evil♪

♪Blood may stain my robe♪

♪But who can see the truth?♪

♪I won't let the world decide♪

♪What I must look like♪

♪I'll show what I'm made of♪

♪And break through every trap♪

♪Swinging my sword at sorrow♪

♪My will stays unshaken...♪

Hold firm!

Stay strong!

Hang in there!

Er!

♪I roar without regret♪

♪Crush this mortal world♪

♪Leave behind a fearless soul♪

♪All the immortal bow♪

♪Even thunder serves me♪

♪All the immortal bow♪

♪Even thunder serves me♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Thunder resides in me♪

♪With the lightning's name sealed♪

♪Wisdom flows through me♪

♪Five forces rise from within♪

♪Golden rays blaze out♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

♪Heaven and Earth, the sacred path♪

♪The root of all creation♪

♪It holds the world♪

♪And gives life to all♪

♪Heaven and Earth, the sacred path♪

♪The root of all creation♪

♪Through endless trials I train♪

♪To awaken my true power♪

♪Within and beyond all realms♪

♪Only the Dao stands above♪

♪Golden light surrounds me♪

♪Wrapping me in its glow♪

♪It can't be seen♪

♪It can't be heard♪

♪It holds the world♪

♪And gives life to all♪

♪Chanted a thousand times♪

♪It makes my spirit shine♪

♪The Three Realms guard my path♪

♪The Five Emperors guide me♪

♪All the immortal bow♪

♪Even thunder serves me♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Demons tremble in fear♪

♪Spirits are out of my sight♪

♪Thunder resides in me♪

♪With the lightning's name sealed♪

♪Wisdom flows through me♪

♪Five forces rise from within♪

♪Golden rays blaze out♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

♪And shields me from all harm♪

He got away.

Da!

Da! Er!

San!

Something is wrong with Wu!

She isn't waking up!

Wu!

What is going on?

What happened to Wu?

She looks like she isn't going to make it.

Master.

Look at Wu.

Wu.

Master.

What's wrong

with Wu?

She must have been tricked

into eating something she shouldn't have.

The pill I gave you

can save her life,

but I'm afraid

her arm is a lost cause.

Wu...

Wu.

Wu.

Wu.

Master.

Wu's mistake

was grave enough

to warrant execution,

but I'm grateful you chose

to spare her.

Thank you, Master.

She has always been defiant,

but I know all five of you

mean no real harm.

This is

- the Foundation... - the Foundation...

- the Foundation... - the Foundation...

the Foundation Pill!

Take it.

You earned this.

- This is... - The Foundation...

This is for me.

I thought

I smelled something foul from a distance.

Bullhead,

who did this to you? You're in awful shape.

This is urgent.

I must report to Master immediately.

Let me through.

We got the Foundation Pill.

It'll work this time.

Keep your voice down.

There is hope for us now.

Stop talking.

Master.

Master.

Master.

Master.

Master.

The palace?

The Master of the Black Fiend Cult is really hiding

within the royal palace.

Wu,

open your eyes and look at me.

Wu, are you all right?

Wu.

He took his own life.

What is this?

An introduction to the Mystic Yin Art.

My respects to you, Master.

I have failed in my mission.

The outpost beyond the city walls,

Protector Wang,

and the Young Prince

have all been captured by the enemy.

I deserve whatever punishment you see fit.

Do not fault yourself.

Anyone who could wound you so grievously

is no common foe.

Those two must have acted

with reckless pride

and brought this fate

upon themselves.

Your wisdom is unmatched, Master.

Our opponent's strength

is formidable.

Even when I used my demon transformation, my Beast Form,

I still couldn't gain the upper hand.

Master,

from what I can tell,

his cultivation

is most likely at the Mid Foundation Stage.

If we track him through those rogue cultivators

and Protector Wang,

we should be able to figure out where he's from.

Then,

we'll capture him

and use his blood to aid your cultivation.

I'll be ending my seclusion soon.

If you stir up too much trouble now,

you'll attract the attention

of the Seven Great Sects

and the Six Demonic Sects.

Just be patient.

When I emerge from seclusion,

I'll have broken through to the next stage.

By then,

there's no one we'll need to fear.

My congratulations to you, Master.

Our lives and futures

all rest on you.

I will gather our forces

and strengthen our defenses.

We won't let him

interfere you.

All of you may leave now.

I take my leave.

Tie Luo,

you stay.

I shall tend

to your injuries myself.

Thank you, Master.

Please help...

Master.

...bury him.

Yes, Master.

Master,

these are the loot and gems

we found on those cultists.

We offer it all to you.

You have been

a great help this time,

but what lies ahead will be

far too dangerous for you.

Consider this

my parting gift.

Parting gift?

- But... - Master,

did we do something wrong?

Why are you leaving us?

Truth be told,

fighting alongside you

and taking down the cultists

over these past days

has brought me more joy than I've known

since I began cultivating.

That's true.

Master,

please don't leave us.

That's right, Master.

The Five Mengs stand for loyalty.

Are you really going to abandon us?

Take me with you, won't you?

Let me follow you...

The Black Fiend Cult

may have lost its wings,

but its core remains untouched.

All of you have been exposed.

If you stay in the Imperial Capital any longer,

you risk your lives.

We're not afraid!

My answer is still no.

Go back.

Master,

from this day forward,

the Five Mengs swear

to become your disciples.

We will follow you

through the ends of the world without hesitation.

Nonsense.

All of you,

be safe

and live long lives.

He's not taking us with him?

He's gone.

Take this Telepathy Talisman.

If anything happens,

send me a message through it.

While I was in the Imperial Capital,

I uncovered an organization practicing a deviant means of cultivation.

They're known

as the Black Fiend Cult.

Their claws reach deep into every level of the capital.

There's even a base hidden

within Prince Xin's Mansion.

I fear

the royal palace itself may have been compromised.

The front lines are already engulfed in chaos.

If they incite unrest

in the shadows now,

the Yue Kingdom

will never know peace.

Until this cult is gone,

I can't rest easy.

I urge you to dispatch reinforcements swiftly

to eliminate this threat, Master.

Hongfu,

listen to this.

None of my disciples ever let me relax,

especially that Han Li.

He may seem composed

most of the time,

but when it matters most, he's the least reliable.

I sent him to the Imperial Capital,

and what does he do?

Unearths a whole cult.

What cult?

Probably one that grew in the shadows while we were caught up

in the chaos of war.

The front lines are a disaster right now.

Maybe it's better for the younger ones

to stay far away from all this.

True.

You're right.

I'll send Liu Jing,

Wu Xuan,

Song Meng, and Weiniang away for now

to preserve our strength.

All right.

Let's go with that plan.

That boy just won't let me have

a moment of peace.

After all this time cultivating,

I still sneeze.

I have a bad feeling about this.

This won't do.

I mustn't let myself be distracted anymore.

I must cultivate.

Cultivate.

Cultivate.

As of now, I've raised my main technique, Cyan Sword Technique,

up to Tier 6.

Once the Qin Residence situation is dealt with,

I'll use the Green Vial's elixir

to attempt a breakthrough

into the Late Foundation Stage.

Dissipation?

Why are there signs of dissipation again?

According to Triple Cycle Core Rebirth,

once you reach Tier 6 in the Cyan Sword Technique,

you must let your cultivation dissipate

and rebuild it three times.

With my fake spirit root,

the only way I stand a real chance of breaking through to Core Formation

is by compressing my cultivation core over and over.

Still, repeated dissipation

causes too much strain.

And this manual doesn't appear

to be complete.

Demonic Transformation

can boost one's power tremendously,

but it comes with equally great risks.

Those who practiced it

eventually went insane.

Perhaps it's the eerie blood aura

that corrupts them.

The Blood Condensing Five-Element Pill can be used

to break through the Core Formation bottleneck.

That explains things.

The Master of the Black Fiend Cult

must be cultivating this art.

Still,

if it means turning into something

like Tie Luo, half-man and half-beast,

then never mind.

My tracks must have been exposed.

They got here fast.

Mr. Han!

Mr. Han,

you have visitors.

Visitors?

Mr. Han,

do you know them?

If not,

I can send them running.

All right.

Jing, Meng, Xuan, Weiniang,

please come in.

Seniors,

you've all traveled far

to assist me.

I'm grateful.

Han,

why the secrecy?

You even told us in your message

not to reveal that we're from Yellow Maple Valley.

How's our disguise?

Do we look like ordinary mortals?

We rushed here.

I'm glad we made it in time for the Lantern Festival.

You've been in the Imperial Capital a while now.

Have you visited Moxiang Abode?

They say the peonies here are unmatched.

Have you seen them for yourself?

Are there any great martial artists in the capital?

Any good food?

Tell us everything!

Han is here on Master's orders to eliminate evil

and uphold the righteous path.

It's best not to speak too casually

about mortal affairs.

Right, Han,

about that cult you mentioned.

What exactly is going on?

Allow me to explain, Senior Liu.

They're known as the Black Fiend Cult.

They have been operating in the Imperial Capital for years,

recruiting rogue cultivators from across the land.

But in truth,

they practice blood sacrifice,

killing fellow cultivators

to absorb their cultivation.

Unforgivable!

A cult that practices blood sacrifice

must be eradicated.

What is the Discipline Hall even doing?

A matter this serious,

and they know nothing?

Han,

do you have evidence

for these accusations?

Our sect's rules

strictly forbid

interfering in mortal kingdoms.

The elders

won't take it lightly

if you act recklessly

on mere assumptions.

If you ask me,

it's like hand doesn't know what the other is doing.

The Seven Sects are too busy fighting the demonic sects

to deal with anything else.

And most of the victims

are rogue cultivators,

with no sect or backing.

They're overlooked by the Seven Sects,

so they have no power or reason to interfere.

Based on the intelligence I've gathered,

the Black Fiend Cult currently

has four Foundation Establishment Stage Blood Guards,

and a Master

in seclusion.

Right now, the few of us working together

still stand a chance.

But if that Master breaks through,

the cult

will become a real threat.

- Amazing! - Wonderful!

Another!

Stop it.

Did you forget what Li warned?

There are still cult remnants free out there.

You've got to be cautious with your spellcasting for now.

Once someone learns spells,

how can they ever go back to living a mortal life?

It's just a trick.

Don't worry, Caihuan.

Li promised

he'd protect us.

- Impressive. - Indeed.

[Ye She] Daoist Qingwen,

it has been confirmed.

Half of those rogue cultivators were intercepted by these two.

A child at the Qi Refining Stage

and a mortal?

Before the incident,

they were spotted going in and out of the Qin Residence several times.

Should we bring them in and interrogate them?

No need.

We have enough clues for now.

If we move too soon,

we might cause more trouble than it's worth.

Head back.

Say nothing about tonight

to anyone.

Understood.

Qin Residence...

Ye She,

let's go.

The lantern festival is lively.

It's time

we acted too.

Everyone,

stop hesitating.

Han worked hard

to uncover the cultists' secrets.

Now is the time

to act.

Meng,

aren't you always itching for a good fight?

Fine.

Since you've put it that way,

count me in.

If Jing's going,

then so am I.

Han, you brought us here.

You must have a plan.

Tell us

about it.

[Map of the Yue Kingdom Imperial Palace] I left a tracking mark

on one of the cultists.

- The palace? - The palace?

The Imperial Palace of Yue Kingdom.

The Imperial Garden.

The Imperial Library.

The cult

picked their location well.

Cultivators are strictly forbidden from entering the palace.

It's a firm rule.

Should we storm in recklessly

and falter,

the consequences will be dire.

That's exactly

what they're counting on.

I fear

even the emperor

may have become their puppet.

They're using that rule

to restrict our movements.

But if we back down now,

we're playing right into their hands.

Sometimes,

rules outweigh

right and wrong.

Rules are made by men.

Right and wrong are set by the heavens.

How can they be the same?

If blame comes from above,

I'll take full responsibility.

The enemy is exposed.

It's the perfect chance to strike their core!

I agree with Senior Liu.

So do I.

Did you forget to mention that this cult

was hiding inside the palace?

Or were you simply unaware?

Senior Wu,

no matter

where the cult tries to hide,

we can't just stand by and do nothing.

He's right.

Xuan,

are you coming with us or not?

Just give us a straight answer.

Yes, you should come with us.

I'm afraid I must decline.

I urge all of you to reconsider.

Don't misjudge yourselves.

Farewell.

- Xuan! - Wu Xuan!

Let him go.

Those demonic sects

are barely a threat.

We don't need everyone to take them down.

We can do this

even without him.

With you here,

those demonic sects don't stand a chance.

That's right.

The three of us

are more than enough.

Still, better safe than sorry.

We have to always assume

the worst from our enemies.

Han's right.

Evil forces are nothing to fear,

but those four Blood Guards are a different matter altogether.

We mustn't underestimate them.

But if we ask the sect for more reinforcements...

I have an idea.

There's someone who can help us.

Look!

- Look at all those lanterns! - They're beautiful!

That fish lantern is exquisite.

It's so lively here.

- It's so beautiful here. - Han,

you never told us

the mortal markets were this lively.

It's my first time

at such a festive event too.

Really?

Weiniang,

check this out!

While the cultivation world

is mired in turmoil, the mortal realm

could still find moments of celebration.

It probably won't last.

Soon enough, blood and chaos will flood these streets again.

I grew up

in war as well.

Troops from the north and south clashed endlessly.

No matter who won,

it was always

the common people who paid the price.

These cultists

feed off that chaos.

Just thinking about what they've done

makes my blood boil.

I want to tear them limb from limb.

Did something happen to Senior Liu in the past?

He gets so worked up

every time a cult is mentioned.

Hey,

look who's here!

I brought help.

- Chen. - Senior Liu.

- Chen. - Senior Song.

Senior Chen.

Han.

You're always asking me

about Han.

Well, he's right here now.

I already told Qiaoqian

about the Black Fiend Cult.

She happened to be around here on a clan mission

in Nanwu City,

and agreed right away

to help us storm the palace.

I've been receiving reports from the frontlines.

The battle against the demonic sects is finally winding down,

so I took the chance

to visit the Imperial Capital and take a breather.

If I can be of help to you,

all the better.

All right.

You two catch up.

Let's go check out the lanterns, Jing.

- Come on! - I...

Learn from us.

Speak your mind.

Never keep it bottled inside.

Qiaoqian.

- Let's go see the lanterns! - Go on.

Slow down.

Let's go! Wait for us!

Let's go!

Let's go see the lanterns!

Senior Liu!

Han.

It's been a while.

When I was young,

my father kept me holed up at home cultivating.

I missed out on so much of the world's splendor.

Now, I find myself a little envious

of those who get to experience it.

Xiaomei.

Father.

Mother.

Li Feiyu.

I hope all of you are well.

Han?

There is nothing to envy.

The cold of the mountains

and the suffering of the world,

immortals or mortals,

all have their burdens.

Do you think

there is another world

behind the reflection in the water?

A place without cruelty

or war,

filled with freedom

and purity.

Like a dream.

Illusions, like blossoms in a mirror and the moonlight on water.

Beautiful, but fleeting.

This world holds

more sorrow than joy.

Even on the path of cultivation,

there is more hardship

than ease.

Senior,

you should try to let go.

You're unshackled by petty concerns.

Talking to you for just a bit

has helped me forget all my troubles.

Have you had any dreams lately?

Ever since I began cultivation,

I rarely dream anymore.

Is that so?

I've been dreaming a lot lately.

There is always a dark figure

chasing me.

No matter how I run, I can't escape.

But every time,

someone appears and protects me.

Yet, I can never see their face clearly.

Maybe what you saw

was only a reflection in the water.

Fireworks!

Fireworks!

They're so pretty!

- Look, Jing! - Stunning!

They're gorgeous!

I see it!

Jing,

they're so beautiful!

Look!

Look, Jing!

It's amazing!

Look at that color!

Look, Jing!

This is amazing!

Isn't it?

Look, Jing!

It's phenomenal.

Look at that one!

That one's so pretty!

- Isn't it? - Look at that!

♪The ripples disappear into the river♪

♪My robe is soaked under the drizzle♪

♪I drink alone as the moonlight melts with the liquor♪

♪The current flows swiftly, the mountains weigh heavily♪

♪The setting sun shines on the returning boats♪

♪As I meander in the mortal world♪

♪The breeze brushes through the corridor♪

♪As the swallows whisper overhead♪

♪The setting sun graces the bamboo forest, for whom do I harmonize?♪

♪Leaning against the rails, water ripples below me♪

♪The wind whispers to the forest♪

♪I wander into the dream under the clear galaxy♪

♪This journey that spans across the universe♪

♪Feels both familiar and unfamiliar♪

♪Looking at the various faces of our world♪

♪Each word, each utterance♪

♪Carries the hopes of a lifetime...♪

Li,

you belong with them, after all.

Cultivators and mortals

were never part of the same world.

I can never

stand by your side.

♪And the gentle drizzle♪

♪Some fates are never meant to intertwine♪

Miss Mo,

take care of yourself.

How shameless!

That Han

is too much!

Inviting all those relatives of his to stay at our residence

for free.

Does he think the Qin family runs a charity?

Please, Young Master. Calm yourself.

Mr. Han is new here.

He hardly knows any propriety.

Besides,

the Master seems to favor him now.

You're above all this.

No need to stoop to his level.

Fine.

If I can't get at Han,

I'll settle for his miserable relatives instead.

Are you really going to go that far?

Some people are just too eager

to take the lead.

If they lose,

I'll personally report them

to the Discipline Hall.

Xuan'er,

you think I'm right, don't you?

I only want what's best for them,

but they never listen.

I miss you so much.

You're one

of Han's people, aren't you?

Han?

Men.

Teach him a lesson.

Monster!

He's a monster!

Run!

Get out of here!

Come on!

Run!

He's a monster!

Xuan'er,

I didn't scare you, did I?

These people...

Who's there?

Such a bizarre cultivation technique...

A new Foundation Establishment cultivator is around here.

Unclear origins.

Connected to the Qin residence.

Looks like

you're the one we've been searching for.

You must

be mistaken.

That matters not.

What matters is that our Master

is breaking through right now.

You're at Foundation Establishment Stage.

We don't want to waste your cultivation.

One against two, I don't stand a chance.

I need to warn the others.

How are you feeling?

I am to blame.

To think you had to tend to my wounds

during your closed-door cultivation.

You've served me for many years.

Healing you

is no trouble at all.

But it seems

someone has placed

a tracking seal

on you.

Do you want me

to remove it?

No, Master.

Leaving that mark

might serve

a greater purpose.

What do you mean?

If he traces it

and finds his way here,

we can turn the tables

and trap him instead.

Once I capture him,

we'll sacrifice him

to aid your cultivation.

Very well.

Let's do it your way.

Master.

I come bearing good news.

I've acquired a valuable gift

and wish to present it to you.

Show me what it is.

Indeed, the scent of a Foundation Establishment cultivator's blood.

Leave me.

I want to savor this

in solitude.

Seniors,

do you remember this map?

I've been

watching this for days.

[Map of the Yue Kingdom Imperial Palace]

Even before

you all arrived at the Imperial Capital,

it never once

moved an inch.

You mean

they knew they were being followed

and set up an ambush there?

That's right.

Instead of walking into their trap,

we'll use it against them.

Then, we'll bypass this area

and enter

through the Royal Bedchambers and Cold Palace.

Tonight, we split into two groups.

Weiniang and Chen will head

to the Royal Bedchambers to rescue Emperor Yue,

while the rest of us

seek the Master's hiding place

before he leaves seclusion.

We strike where they're forced to respond,

then ambush their reinforcements.

Precisely.

That's the plan.

In that case,

everyone take a short rest.

We move out at the hour of Zi tonight.

Let us unite our strength

and eradicate the cult.

Understood.

Someone's coming.

Mr. Han.

The kitchen has prepared some refreshments.

Would any of you care for some?

Great!

We're starving.

That won't be necessary.

Please leave us.

Is there anything else?

Mr. Han.

The Young Master seems to have lost his mind

after he returned from the street.

He's completely out of it.

He won't stop muttering,

"Spare me, Immortal."

Madam fainted from worry.

The physician says there's nothing more he can do.

The Master has sent me

to fetch you

to examine them.

I must tend to this.

It won't delay our plans.

This is far too risky.

I just barely got off the frontlines,

and now I have to fight for my life once more in the Imperial Capital.

The two of you.

I will report your contributions tonight

to the Seven Sects.

I promise your efforts

won't be in vain.

This mission will be grueling.

Tonight,

we will require your support.

We won't

let you down.

- All done. - Oh, my son!

You're finally awake!

Master.

Mr. Han brought him back like a miracle.

He merely touched

the Young Master lightly, and he woke.

Madam is all better now too.

Go on! Quickly!

Master.

Mr. Qin.

I can never truly repay

your kindness.

Lord Qin, no need for such words.

Still, allow me to say this.

After tonight,

things may change.

You are a good man.

It would be wise to make preparations.

Change?

[Bamboo Grove in Imperial Garden, Imperial Palace]

In this entire palace,

only this bamboo grove is well-hidden.

We'll use this location

as our fallback point.

The Black Fiend Cult Master's cultivation is at least

at the Late Foundation Stage.

It's going to be a tough fight.

This is the perfect opportunity

to test the newly restored Five Phases Reversing Array.

Sword auras,

sword shields,

talismans,

artifacts, and talisman scripts are ready.

I've got my trump card too.

The only thing left

is to give it everything I've got.

Han.

There's still some time before we move out.

Can we have a moment alone to talk?

Han.

Before the Bloody Trial,

you were the one who saved me

in Yellow Maple Valley, right?

No need to deny it.

I know it wasn't a dream.

I know

it was you.

And not just that one time.

I feel like we've crossed paths many times since then.

Every time I see you,

I feel a little closer.

But for some reason,

I just can't remember clearly.

Are the effects of the Oblivion Pill

wearing off again?

Forget it.

If I can't remember, then I'll stop trying.

I just wanted to tell you

that the engagement between me and that Lu scoundrel

was arranged by our families.

I never had any feelings for him.

Senior Chen,

I...

I don't even know why I'm telling you all this.

But,

there are just some things I wanted you to know.

You don't think

I'm a bad person, do you?

No.

All right.

That's all I wanted to say.

The operation will begin soon.

Don't let yourself get distracted.

Go make your preparations.

Han,

one more thing.

Not far from Yellow Maple Valley

is Baili Mountain,

where wildflowers bloom in abundance.

It's a beautiful sight.

If we make it through tonight safe,

would you go see the flowers with me?

Senior,

I don't think...

So you want me

to remember everything from before.

Senior.

With an invitation like that,

how could I say no?

I'll follow your arrangements.

Let's go.

♪Shards of dreams inside a dream♪

♪A pale moon falls into mirrored skies♪

♪Years slipped by as I lingered on♪

♪Old scenes rise again♪

♪Too hard to forget♪

♪Easier just to miss♪

♪They say the past fades like smoke♪

♪But looking back still stirs the ache♪

♪This noisy world, this lonely page♪

♪Swept away by time♪

♪Eyes once looked far♪

♪Now lost in the shift♪

♪Autumn winds stir♪

♪Smoke curls once more♪

♪Like clouds on the edge of sky♪

♪Returning to my eyes♪

♪Looking back from the mountaintop♪

♪Time lost its name♪

♪Was it yesterday♪

♪Or tomorrow?♪

♪The world has changed♪

♪Beyond recall♪

♪Time will fade♪

♪All the words ever spoken♪

♪Only this longing remains♪

♪Crossing centuries and days♪

♪In a fleeting moment we call eternity♪

♪In a fleeting moment called eternity♪