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♪Shrugging off past burdens♪

♪Beneath the mask, who am I?♪

♪Release and find wider shores♪

♪Love's a riddle, and rain pours heavy♪

♪Crossed paths, now downward fall♪

♪From dust arises starlight's spark♪

♪Tearing through the night's dense blockade♪

♪Heart's flame illuminates all solitude♪

♪Let time's sails drift endlessly♪

♪Through wandering exile♪

♪Breaking free from the cocoon, I start anew♪

♪Moon as song, life as flame♪

♪Nameless heart clings fiercely♪

♪Let me♪

♪Charge toward the next raging river♪

♪Moon darts, snow falls♪

♪We tread rugged paths to reunite♪

♪Hands held tight♪

♪We forever live for love's sake♪

♪Shadow's spear burns fiercely♪

=Legend of The Female General=

=Episode 29=

Right.

Now that we're in the capital,

it's do or die.

(Yuzun Pavilion)

Mr. He.

You're here.

Mr. Chu.

What a coincidence.

Is this a gift for someone?

Exactly.

I'm staying at the Xiao Mansion.

This is for Mr. Xiao

and his wife.

(This person)

(looks very familiar.)

(She resembles the woman in the painting.)

Mr. Chu, who is this lady?

Well...

Who are you?

Are you close with Zilan?

I'm He Yan,

a friend of Mr. Chu.

Mr. Chu,

I'll take my leave.

See you.

(Ganming Pavilion)

Yuzun Pavilion, right?

Let's go.

(Yuzun Pavilion)

(It seems)

(Chu Zhao is interested)

(in He Yan.)

(I wonder)

(how Miss Xu will react)

(when she finds out?)

(Xu Mansion)

Miss Xu.

You seem

upset.

What's it to you?

Have you heard the story

about the female general of Jiyang?

Female general of Jiyang?

Never mind.

You showed such

refreshing honesty earlier.

Had you taken up sword and service,

history would

remember you as renowned as that female general.

Haven't you heard, Miss Xu?

The female general He Yan

achieved remarkable feats

in the battle of Jiyang,

defending the city.

She is a role model for women.

By the way, she's just returned to Yaojing.

He Yan?

Mr. He.

You're here.

What a coincidence, Mr. Chu.

He Yan

is actually a woman?

Correct.

She's a good female general.

I hear

that even Mr. Chu

holds her in high regard.

Though

whispers of her serving

in the army cross-dressed

have reached the common folk,

it remains unknown to His Majesty.

His Majesty even made her

Attendant Wu'an.

Who knows

what will happen

to He Yan

if His Majesty

discovers the truth?

Naturally,

it's a capital offense.

Hey!

Are you zoning out?

General Yan.

I am glad to see you.

Please.

Sit and drink with me.

You treat He Yan quite specially.

I came to see you,

yet you didn't even pour me liquor?

You have hands.

I do have hands.

But he doesn't?

It's chilly.

I'll fetch you a coat.

I'm just saying.

Why did he take it seriously?

Actually,

all these years,

he's only shown concerns

about He Rufei.

But now,

he cares about you too.

You seem

slightly better than He Rufei.

But don't go doing the things he did.

He cares about He Rufei?

You might not believe this.

Xiao Jue

painstakingly taught General Feihong

Qinglang Sword Style

day after day.

How is that possible?

Why wouldn't it be?

I saw it with my own eyes.

No, like this?

Xiao Jue,

you're secretly standing

outside He Rufei's room

just to teach a fool swordsmanship?

You secretly followed me

just to watch me

coach a fool?

T-That's not the same.

Have you lost your mind?

Why waste time on a fool

like him?

Are you even listening to me?

Why bother

with a fool?

I don't consider it a waste of time.

You coach him daily,

yet his progress

is barely noticeable.

He gets help from a top student,

yet he remains mediocre.

It's laughable.

I'll go tell him right now

that if he's got no talent,

he shouldn't waste your time.

Let's fight a duel.

I once tried so hard to force him

to accept my challenge.

Yet he always refused.

But he agreed

because I promised

to keep it a secret

from the ingrate He Rufei.

Can you believe it?

Xiao Jue must be blind.

Each one at Xianchang Academy

is better than He Rufei,

an ungrateful wretch.

So that's how these

Qinglang Sword Style techniques work.

Who kindly

left these notes to me?

(Feet still. Reverse sword spin. Sweep waist, thrust left)

(Feet planted, turn left, step right into bow stance)

There's more.

Once during archery class,

He Rufei forgot his thumb ring.

Xiao Jue

gave his own spare

(to He Rufei.)

Where's my thumb ring?

Size doesn't matter.

Better than nothing.

Are you even listening to me?

What took Xiao Jue

so long?

Whatever.

My wife is waiting for me.

I'm leaving.

So, that's how it was.

What is inside?

(You left a letter)

and a pouch,

and then disappeared.

What's that about?

What?

You left something else?

Nothing else.

Yan He couldn't wait

and left.

It's okay.

Put your cloak on.

All these days,

it's been like walking through darkness

alone.

No one noticed my existence.

No one cared about

my joys or sorrows.

No cheers,

and no apologies.

Happiness or grief,

beginnings or endings,

it was a story about a lonely person.

Until one day,

someone saw me.

(Back at Xianchang Academy,)

(the one secretly teaching me swordsmanship)

was you.

(The one who lent me a thumb ring)

was also you.

Why were you so kind to me?

Back then,

(I was timid)

(and felt inferior.)

(Nobody respected me.)

To be honest,

at first, I did look down on you.

But you are so tenacious

and stubborn.

You never give up on yourself.

Perhaps our situations

are too similar.

At such a young age,

we chose

to shoulder the family's burdens.

My life

was also once low-point.

Sometimes,

I felt helpless.

That's why whenever I saw you

practicing alone

so hard,

I saw myself reflected in you.

I couldn't help but want

to be kind to you.

It felt like

compensating for my younger self.

Look.

Tonight's moon

is so beautiful.

Are you

returning this to me

because it looks ugly?

You noticed.

It looks terrible.

I wish to be like the bright moon,

guarding you forever.

(Rundu is in peril. I'm going to help. I need your sword.)

♪Walking through the crowd, without asking about the future♪

Every time Commander misunderstands me,

it breaks my heart.

Go on.

You and I met

in a former life.

I was once a female general.

I thought

you'd say "I will be."

The last secret.

I love the moon.

Yet the moon doesn't know.

♪Just to tread the snow you described♪

Do you still love the moon?

Yes.

♪It's hard to sever love or hatred♪

♪Before fate is confirmed♪

♪My love rests between your fingers♪

Now,

the moon belongs to you.

You're the first one I taught swordsmanship to.

(You're the first one I tended wounds to.)

(You're the first one I gave candy to.)

(You're the first one)

(I bought clothes for.)

You're the first girl

I tried to comfort.

(You're the first one)

(I covered for.)

Finally, I realize

that in my life,

the only person I love

is you.

♪Snow falls on windowsills, moments fading away♪

♪Before fate is confirmed♪

♪My love for you burns fiercely♪

♪Lifelong devotion turns into a vow♪

♪That's my last wish♪

♪Awaiting the spread of moonlight♪

Since Xiao Jue and your sister

already suspect you,

they'll maintain high alert

during the return to the capital.

Our failure this time

was expected.

Chancellor.

What's our next move?

Perhaps

we strike first

before they meet His Majesty.

Our earlier failure

means we've lost the best chance.

You must stay calm now.

Currently,

their biggest obstacle

is a lack of evidence.

So,

you shouldn't act rashly,

avoiding giving them leverage.

I can't keep calm, Chancellor.

They're coming to the capital

to find evidence.

Are we just doing nothing?

There's a prerequisite

that the evidence exists.

Did you

leave any trace of what we did?

Chancellor.

He Yan and I

cannot coexist in this world.

Therefore,

since I worked with you,

I've held nothing back from you.

Tonight's Mid-Autumn banquet

marks the beginning.

I will

settle things clearly

with He Rufei.

Huaijin.

Are you ready?

I've been waiting

so long for this.

I guess

this must be

He Rufei, the renowned

General Feihong.

I am He Yan,

Attendant Wu'an.

General Feihong,

are you feeling unwell?

You should stay at Yuhua Temple

for your health.

Its location is excellent.

It's ideal for physical recuperation.

You're just second-rate.

I won't

stoop to your level.

Second-rate?

His Majesty made He Yan

Attendant Wu'an.

Are you

questioning His Majesty's judgment?

Take it one step at a time.

- Right? - Sure.

That makes sense.

Huaijin.

Why does Mr. Yang seem

to hate you?

Back in Chonghuai,

I heard from Yang Mingzhi

about your conflict with Mr. Yang.

It puzzled me greatly back then.

I've long heard

that Mr. Yang, Minister of War,

is upright

and loyal to His Majesty.

How could he ally with Xu Jingfu?

Once in a morning meeting,

Mr. Yang's aggressive stance

incensed me.

But upon reflection,

I think he is

excessively upright.

He sees the world

in black and white.

So,

Xu Jingfu

used him

as a pawn against others.

Mr. Liu, cheers.

Cheers.

Let's drink.

Let's drink.

Let's drink.

Drink.

Drink.

Drink.

To you.

To you.

- Excellent. - Excellent.

Splendid.

The dance was superb.

Is Attendant Wu'an present?

I, He Yan,

pay respects, Your Majesty.

Rise.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

Attendant Wu'an,

you raided enemies

at night,

burned their granaries,

and defeated Wutuo

in Rundu.

I've heard much about your feats.

You are

a capable young man.

Thank you.

The credit belongs to all.

The victory in Rundu

depended on civilians and soldiers.

With the help

of Commander Xiao and General Yan,

we won.

You're very humble.

Good!

Minister Xiao.

You trained a good soldier.

Thank you.

I simply employed standard drills

for military training.

His achievements stem

from exceptional dedication.

He has

worked so hard.

Attendant Wu'an,

I'm curious

about one thing.

Since you serve under Commander Xiao,

why didn't you impersonate him,

a man you know better,

instead of General He?

After all, General Fengyun

is as famous as

General Feihong.

Your Majesty.

If I pretend to be General Fengyun,

my face will

immediately give me away.

But General Feihong

always wore a mask in the past.

Few have seen his true appearance.

Thus, impersonating him

is naturally easier.

That's how I could

leverage General Feihong's reputation

to intimidate the Wutuo.

That sounds reasonable.

It seems

I ignored details.

Speaking of which,

you should thank General He.

Your Majesty.

General He comes from a noble family.

I don't dare to make a connection with him.

Nevertheless, I must indeed

express my gratitude to General He.

Thank you, General He.

I am

very grateful to you.

Your Majesty.

I hold General He in high esteem.

Now that I've finally met him

at this Mid-Autumn banquet,

I wish to spar

with General He

to enliven the celebration for all.

May Your Majesty grant my request.

Challenge General Feihong?

He is so overconfident!

Exactly.

His Majesty just praised your humility,

and now you're getting cocky.

A bad general

makes a bad soldier.

Mr. Yang,

that's a little judgmental.

To match General Feihong's prowess,

I've practiced martial arts

relentlessly.

Your Majesty.

This Mid-Autumn Festival

is a time for peace and joy.

A fight game

seems inappropriate.

General He.

Attendant Wu'an

is awaiting His Majesty's reply.

Before His Majesty speaks,

why did you rush to decline?

Your Majesty.

I think

General He made a fair point.

A fight before Your Majesty

is indeed improper.

It's just to add to the fun.

When I

was Crown Prince,

I often sparred

with soldiers.

Both of you know what to do.

Don't hurt each other.

- As Your Majesty commands. - As Your Majesty commands.

Use this sword.

The Qinglang Sword

is General Feihong's sword.

Why is Attendant Wu'an

holding it?

So strange.

Attendant Wu'an.

Why hesitate?

If you fear losing,

surrender now.

Bring it on, General He.

Incredible!

General Feihong is defeated?

How is this possible?

It's so...

Your Majesty.

I'm done.

Impressive.

He Rufei.

You wish me dead, right?

I'll take your life

like a vengeful ghost.

He Yan!

General He.

Stop shouting here.

You can't stand to lose?

Your Majesty, forgive me.

That's not true.

I...

I...

Your Majesty.

People say

martial artists

are all proud.

General He's martial skills are unmatched.

If he hadn't been injured

in the Huayuan Battle

or had recovered,

he never

would've lost.

General He is too young

to accept this outcome.

That's understandable.

Actually,

this outcome

means little.

So long as Your Majesty and officials

find enjoyment,

it would be great.

Attendant Wu'an.

At such a young age,

you show remarkable courage and wisdom,

making you

a good soldier.

- Congratulations, Your Majesty, - Congratulations, Your Majesty,

- on acquiring an exceptional soldier. - on acquiring an exceptional soldier.

The Empress came with noblewomen to propose a toast.

(Princess of Wei, Empress of Wei)

- I wish Your Majesty - I wish Father

- happiness. - happiness.

- May Wei lasting peace! - May Wei lasting peace!

Rise.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

- We wish Your Majesty - We wish Your Majesty

- happiness. - happiness.

- May Wei lasting peace! - May Wei lasting peace!

Please sit.

(She's a good female general.)

(I hear that even Mr. Chu)

(holds her in high regard.)

Pingting.

Mind your manners before His Majesty.

Your Majesty,

I have something to report.

Your Majesty,

I bring charges against

He Yan of Yezhou Garrison.

She disguised as a man

to join the army. She's been deceiving you.

Please punish her severely.

What?

Disguised as a man?

Is that true?

What? He Yan is female?

This is deception.

Exactly!

This is deception!

Yes.

How's this possible?

Who knows?

Impossible.

It's a capital offense.

It's insane.

Miss Xu,

before His Majesty,

mind your words.

Attendant Wu'an

couldn't possibly be female.

Your Majesty,

a body check will confirm

my honesty.

I just don't know

if she dares to do that.

Good idea.

Do a body check.

- Yes. - Yes.

Minister Xiao.

In your opinion,

how should I handle this?

Your Majesty,

I'm sorry

for bothering you.

Actually,

I've long been aware of this.

What?

Your Majesty knew it?

So, that's true.

Yes.

Well...

(When I was young,)

I met a woman

by chance.

To be honest,

she has no talent

for martial arts.

Back then, I thought

she was rather foolishly persistent,

and she would give up

after encountering some setbacks.

But to my surprise,

she persisted day after day

and did it.

I've never seen

such unyielding determination in anyone.

She is like a steadfast tree

and as resilient as grass.

She commanded my attention.

Actually,

back then,

I didn't know how I felt about her.

I was a little too harsh on her,

giving her a strict teaching.

I guess

she must've hated me.

Well,

no wonder you remain solitary.

You frightened the girl away.

She didn't flee from my harshness.

However,

misfortune struck her family.

From then on,

we were separated by distance

and out of touch.

Surprisingly, we met again

in Yezhou.

She was in trouble

and helpless.

However,

she

remained indomitable

yet naive.

This reminded me vividly

of our childhood friendship.

Childhood friendship?

I don't think so.

You finally realized

you had feelings

for that girl, right?

You are right.

After our separation,

I came to realize

that my feelings for her

couldn't be forgotten.

Your Majesty.

I admired her exceptional abilities

and didn't want to part with her.

So, I let her disguise as a man

to stay at Yezhou Garrison.

Your Majesty.

I offer my two military merits

to beg your forgiveness

for my recklessness.

I implore your approval.

I granted the request

of Commander Xiao.

So, Attendant Wu'an

commits no act of deception.

Moreover,

I'm moved

by Commander Xiao's love.

He is fully pardoned.

- Your Majesty is wise. - Your Majesty is wise.

Your Majesty is merciful

and forgives their deception.

Yet General Fengyun,

as military commander,

deceived us all

for personal reasons.

It may

disappoint the troops.

That makes sense.

If soldiers

start following

this example

and hide women in camp,

military order

will be ruined.

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪I've seen the mountains♪

♪And trodden through ice♪

♪Day after day, I venture alone♪

♪Destiny is my creed♪

♪Ideals surge beneath the surface♪

♪Igniting the flame against the winds♪

♪A restless yearning in my soul♪

♪Gazing through the mire♪

♪Who cares about this boundless void♪

♪Charge ahead with blazing fervor♪

♪Stubbornly fighting with my life♪

♪Soaring across the world's expanse♪

♪There must always be a longing♪

♪Disregard the wounds to seek the light♪

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪Chasing the light within my heart♪

♪Burying frailty, embracing life through death♪

♪You'll meet gazes where storms brew♪

♪With our unwavering true love, brave the world with me♪

♪Soaring across the world's expanse♪

♪There must always be a longing♪

♪Disregard the wounds to seek the light♪

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪Chasing the light within my heart♪

♪Burying frailty, embracing life through death♪

♪You'll meet gazes where storms brew♪

♪With our unwavering true love, brave the world with me♪