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[Shadow Love]

[Episode 24]

You know so much about this matter.

How could you not know

that Li Shuang has someone

under her command who can

slay the enemy's leader amid thousands of troops - the man in black?

You need not worry about that person.

On the day of the heavenly calamity,

he certainly won't appear before you.

I'll also hand over the Crown Prince to you,

and then

you can do whatever you want with him.

Why should I trust you?

Do you have a choice?

You did something to the Taijin Emperor's golden elixir.

I don't think your father has much time left.

When the time comes,

the Emperor passes away and the Crown Prince takes the throne.

Will you still have a way out?

How did you come to know this?

Who exactly are you?

It doesn't matter who I am.

Who you want to become

depends entirely

on you.

Master.

As long as Su Muyang restrains the shadow puppet with the Kongqing Water,

we can then discard him once he's no longer useful.

Why

do we need to do Prince Li this favor?

The Taijin Emperor has only these two heirs.

As long as the two brothers turn against each other,

Taijin will surely fall into chaos.

Your Highness.

How are the preparations for the altar coming along?

It will be completed in a few days.

The great cause

of the Yao State to conquer the realm

will soon be realized.

[General's Residence]

Mo Yin has prepared some herbal medicine

for both external and internal use,

so your wounds can heal faster.

It is too hot.

Let it cool down first.

Hot?

Are you afraid of it being too hot,

or too bitter?

Actually,

I stole some sugar from the kitchen a few days ago

that I was saving for myself as a treat.

Since that's the case,

I'll generously offer it to you.

Earlier at the cliff in the forest,

I told you I wanted to grow old with you,

but you didn't give me a serious answer.

Our hearts

are aligned,

and our bond is deep.

You surely know

what I'm thinking.

If that's so,

what are your plans for the future?

When do you plan to marry me?

What will we call each other after marriage?

How many children should we have?

When the children grow up,

who will help with their studies and who will teach them swordsmanship?

When we're old, should we buy a large house in the city

or retire to the mountains?

General, you're truly forthright.

These words

are usually spoken by men.

I want to marry you.

But

I still need to buy a house and some land.

You might not care,

but I should at least be able to afford

a proper wedding sedan chair, right?

Give me more time.

We've been together for so long

but haven't had any time to relax.

Since the Crown Prince is in the residence,

I don't think there's any danger.

Why don't we

take the opportunity to go out for a while?

Usually all you think about

is defending the nation.

Today,

why are you suddenly being so romantic?

I've been busy with the Crown Prince's affairs,

and I've neglected you.

You need to give me a chance

to make it up to you.

[I don't want]

[to look back someday]

[and feel only regret.]

There are so many people here.

If you don't hold my hand tightly,

what if you lose me?

You're General Li.

With everyone watching,

how dare I be so bold?

Sometimes

I find myself wondering:

if one day

we also become an ordinary couple,

and our lives

are filled with the mundane chores of daily existence,

would we be like them,

still able to remember

the joy of our first meeting?

Our first meeting was somewhat awkward,

so

perhaps it's better forgotten.

I...

Duan Aodeng, Prince Annan of Yao State,

achieved fame at a young age

with cunning military tactics.

Li Wei, Grand General of Cavalry of Taijin,

with glorious military achievements,

unmatched in loyalty and bravery.

Bravo!

They're talking about Grand General.

That's my father.

Who is Duan Aodeng?

He's

the younger brother of Duan Aoze,

the former ruler

of the Yao State.

During the Battle of Lucheng,

while the two armies were fiercely fighting,

Prince Annan disappeared from the battlefield.

The Yao Army suddenly fell into disarray,

and soon after,

news came that the Yao Emperor had died suddenly.

Stop! Watch my spear!

Bravo!

Your Majesty!

Your Majesty!

I'm your brother.

Who

are you?

Bravo!

Bravo! Wonderful!

Jin'an.

Bravo!

Jin'an!

Jin'an!

Thank you.

What's wrong?

What a good show!

So

in the end, the Yao people's

morale collapsed,

and the Changfeng Army won a great victory.

Grand General was indeed great

as the nation's finest commander.

Whenever a war breaks out,

regardless of the outcome,

it's never what my father wanted to see.

That war

caused heavy casualties on both sides,

with bodies scattered everywhere.

Throughout history,

in so-called wars,

there are never any true winners.

Come again when you have time.

If you two have enjoyed the show,

please spare some coins

so I can feed my family.

This is too much.

I can't possibly accept this.

If you feel it's too much,

perhaps

you can give us one of these shadow puppets?

Of course.

You're quite generous,

spending a string of coins

just for a shadow puppet.

You've been eyeing it for a while, right?

Since you like it so much,

it's yours.

Why

do you always know what I'm thinking?

Maybe because I only have one heart,

and this heart of mine

happens to be with you.

Then when you reach Wuling Mountain,

will your heart still be with me?

If I hadn't forced Mo Yin to tell me the truth,

how long were you planning to keep it from me?

Too many things have happened lately.

I didn't want to worry you anymore.

So,

you were planning to wait until everything was over

and then leave without saying goodbye?

To bear all this alone?

That day on the cliff, you told me

I didn't have to endure everything alone

because you would be by my side.

Why?

In your heart,

am I so weak

that I can't share this burden with you?

I didn't tell you before

because I couldn't believe it myself.

Until Prince Li came that day,

I realized I had indeed lost control.

I went wild

and it rebounded on you.

This is the last thing I wanted to see.

I know my own physical condition,

and with Lu Xin here,

everything will be fine.

Mo Yin is from Wuling Mountain,

and if even he can't help,

how long can Lu Xin's assistance last?

Besides,

what if something goes wrong

when removing

the Jade Linglong

and you get hurt?

So...

So

you plan to go with him alone?

When the Jade Linglong is removed,

all your past memories

will vanish.

If you leave alone,

it's like saying goodbye to me forever.

Everything from the past,

all those promises...

Does it all mean nothing now?

We have a blood pact between us.

When everything settles,

I'll accompany you to Wuling Mountain.

No.

I can't let you put yourself in danger.

But I am your blood master.

Only when I'm by your side

can I prevent you from losing control.

♪ Before my eyes ♪

♪ Your lines are still clear ♪

♪ Scattered about, they sigh ♪

♪ Reflecting moments etched deep inside ♪

You told me once

♪ Life's long journey drifts by ♪

we'd be by each other's side for life,

♪ How can we hope to return to days gone by ♪

and even share the same resting place when we die.

♪ In a moment of thought ♪

♪ Every thread of longing grows wild ♪

Are you going back on your word so soon?

♪ Hesitant to brush aside ♪

♪ I'm afraid your face will be blurred ♪

♪ Hesitant to trace back ♪

♪ I'm afraid my longing will be engraved ♪

I have never regretted it,

♪ What is love? ♪

and I never will.

♪ Memories keep welling up ♪

♪ For all the fervor ♪

♪ And reluctance tied to these memories, our ways have parted ♪

No matter how things end,

♪ All I ask ♪

♪ One promise, I will follow without hesitation ♪

as long as we're together,

♪ All I pursue ♪

♪ Joys and sorrows ♪

there will be no regrets.

♪ Stake my whole life ♪

Even if

♪ On this ♪

you really lose your memories,

I will stay with you

♪ Though covered by frost ♪

♪ I'm ready to salvage the tattered world ♪

and help you remember me again.

♪ My passion is like blazing flames ♪

♪ No obstacle can hold me back ♪

♪ This love leaves me no regret ♪

♪ May the world be filled with romance ♪

♪ May people be with their beloved ones ♪

♪ Holding your hand, I'll pray for peace ♪

♪ No regret, no sorrow ♪

♪ When the gilding wears off ♪

♪ We'll still be together ♪

Look.

It can also be arranged like this.

No.

What are you doing?

By order of Prince Li,

to ensure the Crown Prince's safety,

[General's Residence]

from today onwards,

no one in the General's Residence shall go out without permission.

Whoever violates it

shall be executed on the spot.

When did it become Su Muli's turn to have the final say in Lucheng?

If you want to live,

get out now!

I'm just following orders.

Please don't make this difficult, General.

His Highness

also asked me to deliver a message to you.

If you had truly made up your mind to rebel,

he would not have lived to this day.

Even if you disregard your own safety,

you must consider

Grand General

and the young master in the capital.

Your Highness.

It's late and cold.

You haven't fully recovered yet.

You should rest early.

With all this commotion outside,

how could I possibly sleep?

Su Muli is doing this

because he's just afraid I'll try to escape again.

He wants to trap me here

at his mercy.

Your Highness,

though Prince Li is pressing hard,

as long as I live,

I'll definitely keep you safe and sound.

General, aren't you tired of

these formal pleasantries yet?

You don't seem to like the novels

I brought you anymore.

Instead, this lively shadow puppet

seems to suit your taste much better.

I should have realized this earlier.

I thought

the Brain-Devouring Powder had taken effect

and you were dead somewhere.

Without Your Majesty's decree,

I dare not die.

I have arranged everything.

Not only is the shadow puppet under control,

but even the two princes of Taijin

are dancing to my tune.

Your Majesty.

Right now

the Taijin Emperor is dying,

and those two princes

are trapped in their own power struggle,

tearing each other apart.

Before long, Taijin will fall into chaos.

You must trust me.

When the time comes,

won't Taijin's throne

be ours for the taking?

Besides,

with our combined power,

what challenge does the Yao State pose?

What I promise you

is the entire world!

Who gave you permission to wear His Majesty's old clothes?

Take them off!

Take them off!

Take them off!

Don't you understand

what I've been thinking all these years?

Why can't you accept me?

Even if I'm just a substitute.

Are you

worthy?

I

take my leave.

Your Highness,

this was found on the bed.

It seems to be a message from that person.

On the night of the ninth,

in the dense forest outside the city,

fireworks will be the signal.

Tomorrow is the day of the sacrifice,

and also the day to make the final decision.

I brought

this wine back from the capital.

I was

planning to save it

and wait until Ting takes over the Changfeng Army.

Now we don't need to wait for him.

You're in for a treat.

What is done

cannot be undone.

To choose to protect him

is to stand against the Emperor.

Have you

weighed the consequences?

The astrological omens are baseless,

and killing his son is unconscionable.

This so-called sacrifice,

if made public,

will only disturb the people.

His Majesty doesn't dare issue a clear edict,

and I doubt that in court

he would speak of it openly.

If this spreads,

it will show that our Changfeng Army is loyal to duty

and supports the Crown Prince.

You've thought of a way out for everyone,

yet

you're prepared to risk your own life.

But whatever decision you make,

I will be by your side.

Your Highness,

it's late.

When Father named me as his heir,

I thought

he actually cared about our father-son bond,

but couldn't express it because of his high expectations.

In truth,

I should have realized it long ago.

Decades of indifference

won't change so easily.

So all of this

was just to send me to my death.

General Li used to value loyalty greatly.

Perhaps she won't truly abandon you.

And there's Jin'an.

They did make me promises,

but what happened?

They still betrayed me.

Now,

I can only save myself.

Life and death are in others' hands.

All choices are poor ones.

Instead of being controlled,

I'd better change my fate.

When I first saw you,

you were wearing this armor.

I thought

you looked divine,

like an immortal descended to earth.

I was

clearly in a terrible state.

But you

appeared out of nowhere

and fought to protect me.

Although we haven't known each other long,

it feels like it's been forever,

as if we've lived several lifetimes together.

In the future,

I'd rather live an ordinary life with you,

supporting each other through thick and thin,

never to be separated.

After this,

we will live

the life we want.

General,

Huai'en requests an audience.

Greetings, General.

His Highness is concerned about your recent hard work,

so he sent me

to invite you to join the festivities.

I appreciate His Highness's kindness,

but please tell him

I have urgent matters to attend to.

I'm merely delivering a message.

Please don't put me in a difficult position.

His Highness has invited you sincerely.

Why must you turn down his kindness?

Moreover,

His Highness specifically instructed

that Jin'an has rendered great service,

and must also be invited,

to show appreciation.

Since His Highness insists so graciously,

I suppose I have no choice

but to follow orders.

This Su Muyang

is facing death yet still thinking about pleasure and entertainment?

What happens to the Crown Prince is secondary,

but Li Shuang refuses to let him go so easily.

What should and shouldn't be said,

I have said it all.

Yes.

If she still remains stubborn,

then she cannot be spared.

The auspicious time is approaching.

How are the preparations coming along?

Everything is ready.

We only await Your Highness's order.

[Zang Mansion]

My dear brother,

I won't let you die on the altar.

You can only die by my hand.

[General's Residence]

Come on.

Your Highness.

That's enough.

Your Highness.

You've finally come.

What are you dawdling for?

Invite our two honored guests

to take their seats.

Why aren't you two sitting down?

Your Highness,

you've just recovered from a serious illness.

Even if you wish to enjoy yourself,

you shouldn't overindulge.

You should take care of your health.

When dawn breaks,

my time will be up.

What's the point of taking care of my health?

For the past twenty-some years,

I've lived in fear every day,

being cautious about every little thing.

Looking back now,

it was all wasted.

Since that's the case,

I might as well indulge myself

and truly enjoy myself one last time.

As they say, "Beneath the peony blooms I die,

Even as a ghost, romance shall not die."

By the way, Shuang,

I remember when we were children,

your dancing was exceptional.

Today is a rare occasion for joy.

Why don't you

simply show off

your dancing skills

and add to the entertainment?

General's skills

are meant for defending the country.

Isn't your request

a bit demanding?

Defending the country?

Are you suggesting

that you're defying my order?

As long as I live another day,

I am still the Crown Prince.

Whatever I say

is a royal command.

If you dare to disobey,

it would be treason.

General, what do you mean by this?

Since Your Highness

is in such a good mood,

then I

will have to humbly oblige.

Good.

Lady Dongfang's dance once moved the entire kingdom.

Today, General,

you are no less impressive than Lady Dongfang.

Bring the wine!

This glass

is raised first to

both of you

for your kindness towards me these past days,

and second

to our youth.

Though I cannot change it now,

I shall never forget it for the rest of my days.

What's wrong?

Are you afraid I might poison your drinks?

Thank you, Your Highness.

General!

General!

General!

Bad news, General!

Prince Li has brought his men inside.

What's bound to come will come.

Everyone,

follow me!

Wait.

Could Jin'an

stay by my side?

This way,

I would feel more at ease.

I urge you

to hand over Su Muyang.

Otherwise,

I'll raze this place to the ground.

Tonight,

this arrow is the boundary.

Whoever crosses it

shall be slain!

Attack!

How foolish.

General Li, surely you don't think

that your man in black

still has the ability to save you?

There's fighting raging outside,

yet you remain so calm.

I'm now in the General's Residence,

so we're all in the same boat.

Li Shuang doesn't want me to die in Lucheng

and implicate the Li family.

To protect herself,

she'll fight desperately to keep me safe.

Do you really think Shuang risked her life for you repeatedly

just to protect the Li family and the Changfeng Army?

I once thought so too,

but you were afraid of getting yourself into trouble

and abandoned me like a worn-out shoe.

Then I realized

it was time to wake up

from this dream.

I understand.

You helped me back then

only because of Li Shuang.

Now that circumstances have changed,

you naturally want to help her

and get rid of me as a burden.

If that were really the case,

why would she have me take your carriage

to mislead Prince Li?

She could have just tied you up and brought you to Prince Li.

Wouldn't that have been easier?

Shuang has been planning extensively and buying time

just so she could

send you to a safe place,

at least to escape this immediate danger.

Right now,

she's still out there,

fighting for your life.

And you?

You're resenting her.

I cannot deny

that I have broken my promise to you.

But Shuang often acts out of necessity.

You grew up together.

She sees you as her only brother,

her only friend.

Others may not understand her,

but don't you?

Thank you.

I'm afraid all of this

is too late.