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♫ I'm a mortal under the sky ♫

♫ The masses speak of my arrogance ♫

♫ I aspire to fly high ♫

♫ My hands cannot conceal the light ♫

♫ Not everything will pass ♫

♫ Looking back, I can't change everything ♫

♫ I'll become a thing of the past ♫

♫ I'm curious about what you covet ♫

♫ Accidentally, I found out a secret ♫

♫ The politics upon my lips ♫

♫ Has overthrown it all ♫

♫ It's not steadfast ♫

♫ Standing right here ♫

♫ You follow the rules I made ♫

♫ Apply skills to cure diseases ♫

♫ Eradicate the maladies in this vast land ♫

♫ I am but a commoner ♫

♫ I intended to be steady step by step ♫

♫ I am but a commoner ♫

♫ I can tell what's true and what's false ♫

♫ I am but a commoner ♫

♫ I like music and hate intrigues ♫

♫ I used to see hills full of lonely souls ♫

♫ I feel regret for my recklessness ♫

♫ Leaving future generations to review my scribbles ♫

♫ My hands cannot conceal the light ♫

♫ Not everything will pass ♫

♫ Looking back, I can't change everything ♫

♫ I'll become a thing of the past ♫

♫ We only have one life, and take it easy ♫

♫ My chessboard involves two sides ♫

♫ As I lay out my strategy, you take a hint ♫

♫ When you feel regret, it's too late ♫

♫ So many tricks and lies ♫

♫ I witness what you've done ♫

♫ May we live and die together ♫

[Guardians of the Dafeng, Season 1]

[Episode 27]

- Cheers. - Cheers.

I was almost disturbed by the scum.

Thankfully, you stood up for me.

Those scoundrels bully the weak and fear the strong.

They always bully defenseless commoners.

I have learned martial arts.

It's my job to fight against gang violence.

It is also my…

It shows my righteousness and integrity.

Good point.

You're the best heroine I've ever seen in my life.

I never expected to meet sincere men like you.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

- Drink. - Drink.

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Stop it.

It seems what's in your box is no ordinary item.

It can even resonate with the Qi of my spear.

Good eye.

As they say, a good sword hidden in a box

is bound to become powerful.

My sword has been kept in this box for ten years.

To strengthen the sword's power?

Exactly.

my sword has been in its sheath for ten years.

And I have never left my sword.

Day and night, it's nourished by the Qi.

When it reaches its peak, I'll wield my sword.

Why so complicated?

We should travel light in the martial world.

Is there a secret about your sword box?

I fear it gets dusty.

Very clever of you.

You've nurtured the sword for ten years.

Once this sword is unsheathed,

it must be incredibly sharp.

One day, it will serve a great purpose.

I have a fight arranged with someone.

My sword is intended for the fight against that person.

That person must be an unforgivable villain.

I wish you succeed in slaying your enemy.

Thank you.

Your spear seems far from ordinary.

Good eye.

This spear is forged from the holy iron of Heaven Domain.

It's incomparably sharp and indestructible.

Even a Fourth-Rank warrior can't destroy it easily.

To be honest with you, I'm diligently practicing martial arts

to have a decisive battle with my enemy.

You're ambitious.

I believe you can slay your enemy.

I'm glad to hear that.

But between your sword and my spear,

which one is stronger?

That's easy.

Once I have slain the villain,

perhaps you and I can compete.

- It's a deal. - It's a deal.

Cijiu. Isn't it a bit too exaggerated?

It's windy tonight.

I must make it perfect.

Qi'an, hold onto the fuse.

Absolutely do not let go. I'll be ready soon.

Come on. Don't you trust my ability?

Of course, I don't.

If so, go find your father.

Xu Qi'an.

Your Highness.

What brings you here?

♫ In spring, I dreamt of your shadow ♫

♫ A clear sky hidden under the cloud ♫

♫ Tonight, no stars ♫

♫ Quietly waiting for the flowers to bloom ♫

♫ Chasing the south wind through the courtyard ♫

♫ Among all the worldly things ♫

♫ Only you are the hardest to find ♫

♫ Thousands of phrases and words ♫

♫ For you, I am possessed by the spirit of a poetic immortal ♫

♫ Thousands of phrases and words ♫

♫ Even half a verse conveys my thoughts ♫

♫ Thousands of phrases and words ♫

♫ I can recite my longing for you ♫

♫ Only because of the good times in this world ♫

♫ By day, I watch the clouds, by evening, I watch the stars ♫

♫ Walking in leisure, listening to the wind ♫

♫ Affection for you and me ♫

♫ Wish to be together even in the specks of dust ♫

♫ Thousands of phrases and words ♫

♫ I can recite my longing for you ♫

♫ Only because of the good times in this world ♫

♫ Thousands of phrases and words ♫

♫ For you, I am possessed by the spirit of a poetic immortal ♫

♫ Only because of the good times in this world ♫

Your Highness.

[Wang Simu, daughter of Wang Zhenwen] Miss, look, so many lanterns.

Lanterns? Xu.

Miss, come quickly.

It's so ostentatious.

That's not his style.

Miss. Look, there are words.

Look, Meixi Bridge,

the very place where you and Mr. Xu made a commitment.

So many lanterns.

How much is he missing you?

He must wish he could make up for the lost time.

Stop it. Come on.

Don't make fun of me.

Xu Qi…

Xiaogang.

How come?

Why is it you?

Your Highness. Who did you think it was?

Lakeside Pavilion? Why did I get back here?

How did I come back?

I remember I went to Xu's Mansion.

I seemed to have seen Xu Qi'an.

Yeah, Mr. Xu sent you back.

Really? He's not dead?

Yes.

Mr. Xu had taken the Rebirth Pill from the Bureau of Astronomy.

He survived. He narrowly escaped death.

Did I not write to you about it?

That's wonderful.

Your Highness. Please don't get too excited.

The physician said you were over-tired.

If you get emotional again,

I'm afraid you might pass out like you did last night.

I passed out last night?

Mr. Xu. What's wrong with the princess?

She's alright and has seen the physician.

She is just overly exhausted.

She will be fine after some rest.

Like this, Mr. Xu lifted you up and put you down.

Then he lifted you up and put you down again.

He did it again and again.

Get to the point.

The point is, no matter what, you did not let go.

Fortunately, Mr. Xu thought of a clever plan.

He let me take his place

Only then was he able to leave.

That's because

I was too tired from the journey.

I was haunted by a nightmare.

There was no other reason.

Your Highness, you're awake.

Draw the curtains right now.

Why is he still here?

Mr. Xu said he would leave after you woke up.

He stayed in the guest room last night.

How embarrassing.

I clearly heard Her Highness's voice just now.

Perhaps you heard it wrong.

She has been sleeping.

She hasn't woken up.

All right.

I've upgraded the chicken essence formula.

You keep the food.

Her Highness has slept too much.

She must be hungry when she wakes up.

What's that sound?

There's no sound.

Maybe you made a mistake.

Mr. Xu. You must be busy.

Take care of your health.

Thank you for your concern.

Xiaogang, are you available right now?

I have something I'd like to ask about.

Go ahead.

Back off.

I mean, if you have something to say, just say it there.

Alright.

Didn't Her Highness go on a journey?

When did she come back?

She came back yes--

No, she came back a few days ago.

If so, why hasn't she summoned me?

Also, I thought about it all night yesterday but still couldn't figure it out.

Why was Her Highness disheveled and poorly dressed last night?

She had no attendants with her.

That's because--

That's because…

Well,

Her Highness got lost and encountered bandits.

Bandits?

Yes.

Those bandits were quite vicious.

They pinched people.

They chased Her Highness for a while.

Fortunately, Her Highness escaped.

She is very brave.

She managed to lose them and find your house.

I see.

No wonder Her Highness ran to me as soon as she saw me.

Were those bandits caught?

Don't worry.

The bandits have been caught.

That's good.

I thought…

Her Highness must have been frightened.

Mr. Xu. What did you think?

Nothing.

It's fine as long as Her Highness is unharmed.

I have work to do, so I have to go.

When she awakes, please let her know.

See you, Mr. Xu.

Your Highness, Mr. Xu has left.

Why did you let him leave?

You just…

We were just getting to the point.

The point?

I will get him back right away.

No need.

He's already left.

Her Highness has awakened?

Why are you back?

I clearly heard her voice just now.

Her Highness--

Her Highness has not woken up.

Alright, I forgot to tell you one thing.

The chicken essence is made from all-natural ingredients.

It has a best before date.

Please consume as soon as possible.

Please let Her Highness know.

No problem, Mr. Xu.

I'm off.

Your Highness, since Mr. Xu just returned,

why didn't you ask him?

You blockhead.

The right moment has passed.

I can't ask him again about it.

Qi'an, can you be quiet?

You've hummed four songs.

Leave me alone.

Will your friend not show up again?

She will definitely come.

Xu.

Simu.

Simu. I'm here.

Xu.

♫ We've been growing over time ♫

♫ The wind blows across my hair ♫

♫ I make tea in my leisure time ♫

♫ Where does the traveler come from ♫

What a lovely couple.

♫ Day and night your words ♫

♫ Sound like poetry to me ♫

Simu.

Xu.

We've run to the wrong bridge.

You're so far from me.

I have to stand here, watching you, and can't hold your hands.

♫ The world outside is bustling and noisy ♫

Love is the source of creation.

Even Cijiu can compose poetry.

♫ Focus on your worldly life ♫

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy ♫

♫ Fortunately, there is warmth to get ♫

♫ A hand to hold you ♫

♫ A man to understand you ♫

♫ A man who knows you're different ♫

Where is he?

Simu.

Xu.

We've run to the wrong bridge again.

We look at each other on the bridge.

Yet we missed each other again.

Simu.

Do not move.

I will go to you.

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy♫

♫ Fortunately, there is warmth to get ♫

Simu.

Xu.

♫ A man to understand you ♫

♫ A man who knows you're different ♫

Miss Wang. Please don't call me Xu.

It is not proper.

Okay.

Mr. Xu.

Mr. Xu, what do you want of me?

Nothing.

He's asked me out twice.

There must be a reason.

Let me see if you'll ask me to stay.

If there's nothing, I shall take my leave.

Mr. Xu. See you later.

She's leaving.

Yet she's walking slowly.

Clearly she doesn't want to leave.

Is she wondering if Cijiu will stop her?

This lady is quite interesting.

How foolish you are.

Miss, please wait.

You are…

I am Xu Cijiu's cousin, Xu Qi'an.

Xu Qi'an, Cijiu's cousin, he grew up together with Xu.

They are more like brothers.

If I get him on my side, it could be a breakthrough.

Mr. Xu. I have long heard of you.

They say you are the youngest and most promising Guardian

with exceptional intelligence and a glittering career.

It's a pleasure to meet you.

You have lived up to your reputation.

Very clever. She's flattering me.

Cijiu.

I don't think you can match her level.

Cijiu doesn't want you for something.

I'd like something from you.

So, I asked Cijiu to arrange a meeting with you.

Please go ahead.

Since it concerns his family, I will do my best to help.

Thank you.

Due to official business,

I wish to find some information from the Ministry of Personnel.

Cijiu said you might have a way.

I see.

I do have a way to get into the Ministry of Personnel.

However,

I have limited ability.

I'm afraid I might not find the information you need

and may ruin your things.

I'm looking for an opportunity.

Yet you're giving it to me.

However, if you accept my help, you should help me.

No problem.

Yeah, that's a problem.

I wish to do it personally, but as a Guardian,

I can't enter the Ministry of Personnel.

What should I do about this?

I have an idea.

How about I let Cijiu go with you?

Well, I suppose that is the only way.

Thank you for your help.

My pleasure.

Well, I'll go to the Ministry of Personnel to scope it out

in case I run into my father

Tomorrow, Mr. Xu will see me under the tree before the gate of the Ministry of Personnel.

Take care.

Xiaoxi, let's go.

Where is she?

Where is she? She's left.

You…

Is he still following?

Sure, he's walked three blocks with us.

I knew it. Xu must like me.

What happened?

Mr. Xu just took a tumble.

Slow down. Slower please.

What are you doing?

Sorry.

Come on.

Cijiu, stop.

That's a bit too much.

You go home. I still have things to do. Don't follow me.

Stop it.

She has left.

Why do you stop me?

I saw you fall. I'm concerned about you.

Why are you blaming me?

Sir.

I'm sorry.

What's wrong with you?

If you like her, just tell her.

You're passionate inside.

Yet you look aloof on the outside.

Are all of the scholars this contradictive?

You don't understand.

She and I are from two different worlds.

She's too good for me.

Why undervalue yourself?

No matter what, I am a Silver Gong Guardian

and serve as the guest scholar of two princesses.

I can help you.

Don't overestimate yourself.

Compared to her father, you're a nobody.

You're going too far.

What does her father do?

Why are you so afraid of him?

Where is your pride as a scholar?

Come on. You're a top student at Yunlu Academy.

Her father is Wang Zhenwen, the Chief Minister.

Cijiu, chase! Go after her.

[Uprightness and Purity]

Yuan Xiong impeached you for accepting bribes.

Duke Cao impeached you for embezzling military provisions.

And this, this.

They all impeached you.

There are so many impeachment memorials against you

that I can't even go through them all today.

Wang Zhenwen.

During your tenure as the Chief Minister,

what have you done that I don't know about?

[Memorial Duke Cao, Song Shanchang]

Mr. Wei.

I hear that Duke Cao has submitted impeachment memorials again.

Even if the royalist party doesn't fall, they will have to suffer big losses.

However, we are clueless about their crimes.

How interesting.

Mr. Wang, in recent years, has held a position of prominence.

Just a few days ago, because of the grain transport thing,

he offended His Majesty.

His Majesty took the chance to reprimand him.

I'm not surprised about it.

So since it's His Majesty's wish,

why don't you just go with the flow?

After all, once the royalist party falls, no one will stand in your way.

So, you think it's good if the royalist party falls?

Of course.

Rou. You must remember.

A familiar opponent is always better

than an unknown enemy.

Take this.

[Chang]

[Si]

[Left Censor Yuan Xiong's brother-in-law seized property]

I impulsively left the palace.

It goes against a princess's manner.

I made you worried.

I'm here to beg for forgiveness.

Please punish me.

Mother, calm down.

Lin'an was shocked by Pingyang's death.

That's why she left to clear her mind.

She left a letter before departing.

Now, she has returned safely.

- Get out. - Mother.

Get out!

I made a mistake.

I accept any punishment.

You deserve to be punished.

You've lost weight and become darker.

But thankfully, you're unharmed.

Get up.

Sit down.

They're freshly made.

Have a taste.

It's salty.

It's embarrassing to say that as a mother,

I don't even know your favorite flavor.

It's irritating that you left without telling me.

I was angry with you for willfully leaving and being inconsiderate.

But a few days later,

I wasn't angry anymore.

Instead,

I felt afraid.

I feared you'd never return like Pingyang.

Over these years,

I've been restlessly occupied

with building up your brother's position.

I always reprimanded you.

Eventually,

I realized I lost the most important thing.

That's not true.

You're the best Mother.

I let you down.

I never study hard.

I've been careless.

I rashly left, making you worry.

I know you have a hard time in the imperial harem.

I also know

my brother has his predicament.

I know it all.

Unknowingly,

Lin'an has grown up and become sensible.

Mother, I've taken a long journey and endured many hardships.

I've visited many places and encountered many interesting things.

I went to the desert, where I saw Crescent Lake under the night sky

and a millennia-old frozen waterfall.

There were many dangers along the way.

But fortunately, I met many kind people and smoothed away every obstacle.

Princess Consort Yu said I am a lucky girl.

But I feel Pingyang has been protecting me.

Xu Qi'an says knowledge can be acquired from traveling.

I've traveled for a long time.

I haven't traveled everywhere,

but I've felt enlightened.

My life is not confined to the Imperial City.

There's a vast world out there.

The things I obsessively fixate on are nothing but the worldly life

and a grain of dust.

When I got the news of Xu Qi'an's death, I had to come back.

Xu Qi'an.

So let's proceed as just discussed.

The key is to see how His Majesty will decide.

Given the current situation, we'll be in trouble soon.

Chief Minister, I'll take my leave.

Thank you all for your efforts.

Simu has come?

Yes, she has gone to the archives.

[No Regrets in Diligence]

Xu.

Are you cold?

Would you like to put on more clothes?

I'm not cold.

Are you hot?

I'll open the window for you.

I'm not hot.

Miss.

These are pastries from Guiyue Tower.

You may go.

Xu.

I made these pastries personally. Have a taste.

I won't eat.

I…

I'm not hungry.

Miss Wang.

We've discussed this before. We are still--

I understand.

It is not proper.

Mr. Xu.

He's so unromantic.

What a nerdy man.

Mr. Xu. Too many dossiers.

How about you take a break?

I…

Xu.

You…

I…

Simu.

Father, what brings you here?

Who is he?

Well…

This is my new coachman.

Greetings, sir.

I've heard you claim to be a gentleman.

Yet you seem reckless.

Am I right? Xu Xinnian.

[Ministry of Personnel]

Rogues are not welcome here.

Do not come again.

Take her back.

Miss, please go back.

[Ministry of Personnel]

Who is this cute child?

Qi'an.

Qi'an. Am I your sweetheart?

It's a sudden question.

Yesterday, I heard my father calling my mother sweetheart.

But no one has ever called me sweetheart.

That's because you are not a sweetheart.

Then what am I?

You are a sweet pea.

What is that?

Is it edible?

I don't think so.

Have you seen Cijiu?

Let me see.

He's back.

What's wrong? Have you been to the Ministry of Personnel?

- Miss Wang. - Where is Xu?

In his room.

What happened? Is something wrong?

He was humiliated today.

He says he will never enter the Ministry of Personnel again.

Don't worry. I'll go check on him.

Xu is sensitive. I'm worried about him.

I have to bother you.

No bother at all.

Play by yourself.

Miss.

Such a good child.

Can you tell me where your parents are?

I have tasty stuff. It's all yours.

Over there.

Let's go find them.

Cijiu.

Xu Qi'an, it's all your fault.

How can you blame me?

You asked me to go.

I was humiliated as a scholar.

My future is completely ruined.

My pride hurt.

I've become a loser.

I think it isn't that serious.

You just got kicked out. No big deal.

A few days later, everyone will forget.

What?

I was thrown out.

I believe in you.

Although you've been kicked out, in the future,

you will enter the Ministry of Personnel on your own merit,

redeem your past disgrace, and hold your head high with pride.

By then, even Wang Zhenwen will have to look up to you.

Really?

Just don't let this thing get you down.

If anything happens to you, your parents will be sad.

[Harmony and Joy]

I thought Xinnian was good-looking enough.

But seeing you two today, I realize

the two of you are much better looking than him.

She is such an honest lady.

You're flattering me.

Didn't you say they would be sad?

They are unaware of this matter.

You can't blame them.

Miss Wang... Miss Wang likes you.

She saw you looking downcast. You can't imagine how sad she is.

I understand.

May I know your name?

How did you get acquainted with Cijiu?

I met him through poems.

Madam, just call me Simu.

Simu. It's a nice name.

Though it's a small family,

their wealth is not to be underestimated.

They own antique porcelain vases.

It seems they've been keeping a low profile.

Fortunately, I came prepared.

I almost forgot. For my first visit, I brought some gifts.

I hope you will accept them.

Please. You don't have to.

Indeed.

Madam. They are for you.

They're too valuable. I can't accept your gift.

But they match your status and temperament.

I personally designed the headgear for you

and entrusted a craftsman to make it.

I hope you will like it.

You designed this yourself?

They are so beautiful.

Very good. It seems she's a simple woman.

Miss Wang, upon our first meeting,

how could we accept such a precious gift?

Sir, this sword was made by the great bladesmith, Gu Huanzhen.

Gu Huanzhen?

Hasn't he already retired?

Yes. I visited him three times

before he was finally moved by my sincerity.

So he made this for me.

This must be expensive.

Good. He's a warrior obsessed with martial arts.

It's easy to get along with him.

A hero deserves to have a good sword.

It can't be measured with money.

Thank you.

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♫ Flowers in the courtyard bloom and wither ♫

♫ We've been growing over time ♫

♫ The wind blows across my hair ♫

♫ I make tea in my leisure time ♫

♫ Where does the traveler come from ♫

♫ Stars shine through the window eavesdropping on us ♫

♫ We laugh under the moon ♫

♫ Day and night your words ♫

♫ Sound like poetry to me ♫

♫ The world outside is bustling and noisy♫

♫ My worries vanished in a moment ♫

♫ No need to long for vast and distant lands ♫

♫ Focus on your worldly life ♫

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy ♫

♫ Fortunately, there is warmth to get ♫

♫ A hand to hold you ♫

♫ A man to understand you ♫

♫ A man who knows you're different ♫

♫ Stars shine through the window eavesdropping on us ♫

♫ We laugh under the moon ♫

♫ Day and night your words♫

♫ Sound like poetry to me ♫

♫ The world outside is bustling and noisy ♫

♫ My worries vanished in a moment ♫

♫ No need to long for vast and distant lands ♫

♫ Focus on your worldly life ♫

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy ♫

♫ Fortunately, there is warmth to get ♫

♫ A hand to hold you ♫

♫ A man to understand you ♫

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy ♫

♫ Just laugh or cry ♫

♫ The vast mountains and rivers can't compare to what's before our eyes ♫

♫ The world outside is bustling and noisy ♫

♫ My worries vanished in a moment ♫

♫ No need to long for vast and distant lands ♫

♫ Focus on your worldly life ♫

♫ It's strange bustling, and noisy♫

♫ Fortunately, there is warmth to get ♫

♫ A hand to hold you ♫

♫ A man to understand you ♫

♫ A man who knows you're different ♫