1 00:00:05,030 --> 00:00:09,130 'I'm Just a Commoner' - GAI 2 00:00:09,130 --> 00:00:12,576 ♫ I'm just a mere mortal under the sky ♫ 3 00:00:12,576 --> 00:00:15,836 ♫ Countless people talking my ignorance ♫ 4 00:00:15,836 --> 00:00:19,596 ♫ I aspire to fly high ♫ 5 00:00:20,476 --> 00:00:23,166 ♫ My hands cannot conceal the light ♫ 6 00:00:23,166 --> 00:00:26,456 ♫ Witness how the gavel untangles countless conflicted hearts ♫ 7 00:00:26,456 --> 00:00:29,896 ♫ Looking back, it's like one of those story plots ♫ 8 00:00:29,896 --> 00:00:34,028 ♫ I will become a thing of the past ♫ 9 00:00:35,846 --> 00:00:37,604 ♫ I'm curious about what you covet ♫ 10 00:00:37,604 --> 00:00:39,242 ♫ Accidentally, I found out a secret ♫ 11 00:00:39,242 --> 00:00:40,292 ♫ The politics upon my lips ♫ 12 00:00:40,292 --> 00:00:41,348 ♫ Has overthrown it all ♫ 13 00:00:41,348 --> 00:00:42,536 ♫ It is not steadfast ♫ 14 00:00:42,536 --> 00:00:43,748 ♫ Standing right here ♫ 15 00:00:43,748 --> 00:00:45,916 ♫ You follow the rules I made ♫ 16 00:00:45,916 --> 00:00:47,172 ♫ Apply skills to cure diseases ♫ 17 00:00:47,172 --> 00:00:49,246 ♫ Eradicate the maladies of this vast land ♫ 18 00:00:49,246 --> 00:00:50,400 ♫ I am just a commoner ♫ 19 00:00:50,400 --> 00:00:52,576 ♫ Who aims to take steady steps ♫ 20 00:00:52,576 --> 00:00:53,762 ♫ I am just a commoner ♫ 21 00:00:53,762 --> 00:00:56,036 ♫ Who never wants to lose my sense of right and wrong ♫ 22 00:00:56,036 --> 00:00:57,194 ♫ I am just a commoner ♫ 23 00:00:57,194 --> 00:00:58,948 ♫ Who likes dance and music instead of fighting ♫ 24 00:00:58,948 --> 00:01:00,326 ♫ I always see lonely souls roaming the mountains ♫ 25 00:01:00,326 --> 00:01:03,392 ♫ I don't regret my own recklessness ♫ 26 00:01:03,392 --> 00:01:07,308 ♫ Future generations can read my experiences ♫ 27 00:01:07,308 --> 00:01:09,976 ♫ My hands cannot conceal the light ♫ 28 00:01:09,976 --> 00:01:13,366 ♫ Witness how the gavel untangles countless conflicted hearts ♫ 29 00:01:13,366 --> 00:01:16,906 ♫ Looking back, it's like one of those story plots ♫ 30 00:01:16,906 --> 00:01:21,004 ♫ I will become a thing of the past ♫ 31 00:01:22,432 --> 00:01:24,314 ♫ We only have one life so take it easy ♫ 32 00:01:24,314 --> 00:01:26,073 ♫ My chessboard involves two sides ♫ 33 00:01:26,073 --> 00:01:27,584 ♫ As I lay out my strategy, you take a hint ♫ 34 00:01:27,584 --> 00:01:29,326 ♫ When you feel regret, it's too late then ♫ 35 00:01:29,326 --> 00:01:30,688 ♫ So many tricks and lies ♫ 36 00:01:30,688 --> 00:01:32,656 ♫ I witness what you've done ♫ 37 00:01:32,656 --> 00:01:34,217 ♫ May we live and die together ♫ 38 00:01:34,217 --> 00:01:37,196 [Guardians of the Dafeng] 39 00:01:37,196 --> 00:01:39,904 [Episode 5] 40 00:01:45,200 --> 00:01:49,079 Don't be afraid, this is a gift from Master Jian Zheng. 41 00:01:51,080 --> 00:02:01,090 Timing and Subtitles brought to you by ⚔️ Champions of Justice ⚖️ Team @Viki.com 42 00:02:12,419 --> 00:02:15,320 Young man, you taught my student on my behalf. 43 00:02:15,320 --> 00:02:19,299 This old man bestows this gift to you. 44 00:02:19,299 --> 00:02:21,299 You should thank our master. 45 00:02:22,579 --> 00:02:26,259 In Dafeng, our master can appear anywhere. Go ahead. 46 00:02:28,819 --> 00:02:32,980 Thank you very much, Master Jian Zheng. 47 00:02:38,020 --> 00:02:40,240 He must be busy. 48 00:02:41,236 --> 00:02:42,839 - He heard it? - He did. 49 00:02:42,839 --> 00:02:45,520 I heard everything, so how could he not? 50 00:02:46,460 --> 00:02:47,780 What are we waiting for? Let's pack. 51 00:02:47,780 --> 00:02:49,576 Okay, all right. 52 00:03:03,299 --> 00:03:05,560 So, this is alchemy. 53 00:03:05,560 --> 00:03:07,519 I don't think Jian Zheng showed his skills 54 00:03:07,519 --> 00:03:10,679 just to give me something, did he? 55 00:03:10,679 --> 00:03:16,280 Wait, this old man just embarrassed me. 56 00:03:21,320 --> 00:03:23,719 What's happening? 57 00:03:38,779 --> 00:03:43,739 Wait, I was wrong. I was wrong! Sorry! 58 00:04:07,792 --> 00:04:10,380 [Wei Yuan, Leader of the Guardian] 59 00:04:12,660 --> 00:04:16,479 Swords don't have eyes. Be careful. [Nangong Qian Rou, Guardian, Fourth-Rank warrior] 60 00:04:24,959 --> 00:04:27,450 That must be a big shot. 61 00:04:27,880 --> 00:04:29,040 Time to run! 62 00:04:29,040 --> 00:04:31,056 [Principles of Alchemy] 63 00:04:37,780 --> 00:04:41,199 Master Wei, Master Jian Zheng is in the middle of something. 64 00:04:41,199 --> 00:04:44,340 Please wait here for a until he is done. 65 00:05:01,619 --> 00:05:05,760 I just saw someone down there. 66 00:05:05,760 --> 00:05:09,179 He doesn't seem like a disciple from the Astronomy Bureau. 67 00:05:09,739 --> 00:05:13,000 You must be referring to Xu Qi An. 68 00:05:13,939 --> 00:05:16,499 You know who I'm talking about? 69 00:05:17,599 --> 00:05:20,460 The same Xu Qi An that solved the silver tax case? 70 00:05:20,460 --> 00:05:25,599 That's right. He is an interesting person. 71 00:05:25,599 --> 00:05:27,719 Interesting? 72 00:05:28,639 --> 00:05:30,919 I'm listening. 73 00:05:30,919 --> 00:05:34,140 Xu Qi An is a genius. 74 00:05:34,140 --> 00:05:36,960 Master Wei, he is an alchemy genius. 75 00:05:36,960 --> 00:05:39,499 If he hadn't chosen the wrong cultivation path, 76 00:05:39,499 --> 00:05:42,020 but instead joined the Astronomy Bureau, 77 00:05:42,020 --> 00:05:44,560 his name would be in the history books. 78 00:05:44,560 --> 00:05:47,360 His appearance is average. 79 00:05:47,360 --> 00:05:51,239 The generous Astronomy Bureau actually gave him a magic weapon. 80 00:05:51,239 --> 00:05:53,900 It's not for free. 81 00:05:55,560 --> 00:05:58,460 It was an equivalent exchange. [Principles of Alchemy] 82 00:06:02,460 --> 00:06:05,020 Equivalent exchange? 83 00:06:09,140 --> 00:06:11,240 Interesting. 84 00:06:12,560 --> 00:06:16,340 Today, at the top of the mountain, I heard an academy disciple recite a poem. 85 00:06:16,340 --> 00:06:18,920 "Do not worry that no one will understand you on the road ahead," 86 00:06:18,920 --> 00:06:21,499 "under heaven, who wouldn’t recognize your greatness?" 87 00:06:21,499 --> 00:06:25,579 Good poem. I love it. [Princess Huai Qing] 88 00:06:25,579 --> 00:06:28,760 Who composed this? 89 00:06:28,760 --> 00:06:32,640 The composer is not a scholar [Zhao Shou, Head of Yunlu Academy, Third-Rank] 90 00:06:32,640 --> 00:06:36,159 but an official from Changle County. 91 00:06:37,920 --> 00:06:39,716 Three years ago, 92 00:06:39,716 --> 00:06:43,680 the Northern Kui Tribe broke the treaty and frequently invaded the border. 93 00:06:43,680 --> 00:06:48,020 The southern warriors destroyed the post roads and attacked a military town. 94 00:06:48,020 --> 00:06:50,379 Those nations watched with indifference 95 00:06:50,379 --> 00:06:52,739 and blackmailed them to invade the Central Plains. 96 00:06:52,739 --> 00:06:56,000 The court officials focus on partisan strife. 97 00:06:56,000 --> 00:06:59,199 The court is full of incapable people. 98 00:06:59,199 --> 00:07:04,120 Isn't it time for you to take action? 99 00:07:04,120 --> 00:07:08,260 Right now, Master Wei is in charge. 100 00:07:08,260 --> 00:07:13,396 He is the most suitable mend the empire's affairs. 101 00:07:13,396 --> 00:07:15,179 He is a disciple of Wang Zhen Wen. [Fang Wan Shan, the Right Censor of the Court of Judicial Review] 102 00:07:15,179 --> 00:07:16,780 He has been at odds with us for a long time. 103 00:07:16,780 --> 00:07:20,319 We finally got something we can use to deal with him. 104 00:07:20,319 --> 00:07:24,590 Yes, indeed. 105 00:07:25,339 --> 00:07:26,560 Go ahead and do it. 106 00:07:26,560 --> 00:07:28,064 Yes. 107 00:07:29,584 --> 00:07:31,284 [Xiao En Shen, Deputy Minister of War] 108 00:07:46,680 --> 00:07:49,739 Ci Jiu, you don't need to follow me. 109 00:07:49,739 --> 00:07:51,619 Have you finished copying the sage's words? 110 00:07:51,619 --> 00:07:55,199 As a warrior, it's your first time at Yunlu Academy. 111 00:07:55,199 --> 00:07:59,300 If you offend teachers, I can mediate to avoid embarrassment. 112 00:07:59,300 --> 00:08:02,480 As your older cousin, I'm telling you that you're overthinking it. 113 00:08:02,480 --> 00:08:04,460 Look, the Mount Qingyun is so big. 114 00:08:04,460 --> 00:08:05,739 You and I ride the same horse. 115 00:08:05,739 --> 00:08:07,619 When will we arrive at Yunlu Academy. 116 00:08:07,619 --> 00:08:09,548 - Why don't you get of the horse? - No, you get off. 117 00:08:09,548 --> 00:08:10,680 - You won't get off? - No, I won't. 118 00:08:10,680 --> 00:08:12,392 Hold tight. Go! 119 00:08:13,700 --> 00:08:15,059 - I made a mistake. - Hey! 120 00:08:15,059 --> 00:08:18,210 You can't undo a move. That's a rule. 121 00:08:18,899 --> 00:08:22,320 The sages says everyone has the chance to correct their mistakes. 122 00:08:22,320 --> 00:08:25,880 The sages? Did they really say that? 123 00:08:27,360 --> 00:08:30,120 Brother, speaking of which… 124 00:08:30,120 --> 00:08:34,699 - today, very few people quote the sages at this academy. - That's for sure. 125 00:08:36,579 --> 00:08:38,520 Focusing on trivial things makes on lose ambition. 126 00:08:38,520 --> 00:08:41,200 You grumpy old man! You're a sore loser! 127 00:08:41,200 --> 00:08:44,039 Master, your student, Xu Xin Nian, has arrived. 128 00:08:44,039 --> 00:08:46,080 Why did he come back? I don't want to see him. 129 00:08:46,080 --> 00:08:49,519 He came with his cousin. 130 00:08:49,519 --> 00:08:51,600 Xu Qi An? 131 00:08:51,600 --> 00:08:53,279 - Invite him in. - Hurry! 132 00:08:53,279 --> 00:08:54,608 Yes. 133 00:08:54,608 --> 00:08:57,020 Surely he brought some good poetry. 134 00:08:57,020 --> 00:09:02,559 Greetings, Masters. 135 00:09:02,559 --> 00:09:05,800 Have you finished copying the book? 136 00:09:05,800 --> 00:09:07,100 Not yet. I'm still copying it. 137 00:09:07,100 --> 00:09:10,380 - Forget it. Go make a pot of tea. - What? 138 00:09:10,380 --> 00:09:13,460 What, what? Go make tea. 139 00:09:13,460 --> 00:09:14,439 He can make tea, too. 140 00:09:14,439 --> 00:09:17,819 I’m telling you to do it. Stop nagging, go. 141 00:09:17,819 --> 00:09:19,428 Yes, Master. 142 00:09:22,120 --> 00:09:26,020 Ning Yan, you said yesterday that there were more verses in the poem. 143 00:09:26,020 --> 00:09:28,240 By any chance will you let me read them? 144 00:09:28,240 --> 00:09:29,696 That's right, let us read them. 145 00:09:29,696 --> 00:09:31,692 There are many beautiful lines. 146 00:09:31,692 --> 00:09:36,080 However, I have no heart for composing poetry today. 147 00:09:36,080 --> 00:09:37,928 Why? 148 00:09:38,799 --> 00:09:41,900 I'm here to ask a favor. 149 00:09:41,900 --> 00:09:44,159 - We're listening. - We're listening 150 00:09:45,200 --> 00:09:47,740 You also have a younger sister, very beautiful. 151 00:09:47,740 --> 00:09:50,639 Then I will send her to the Music Bureau. 152 00:09:50,639 --> 00:09:53,479 I need to come up with a back up plan for our Xu family. 153 00:10:00,720 --> 00:10:02,780 Well… 154 00:10:09,439 --> 00:10:12,159 This is going to be difficult. 155 00:10:12,159 --> 00:10:14,980 People who aren't academy disciples can't stay overnight. 156 00:10:14,980 --> 00:10:18,780 It's a rule personally set by Master Zhao. 157 00:10:18,780 --> 00:10:22,200 Weren't the emperor's relatives previously- 158 00:10:23,559 --> 00:10:25,639 Unable to stay overnight? 159 00:10:25,639 --> 00:10:28,039 That's right. 160 00:10:32,600 --> 00:10:34,399 This puts you in a difficult position. 161 00:10:34,399 --> 00:10:36,020 Then, I'll take my leave. 162 00:10:36,020 --> 00:10:37,800 Wait. 163 00:10:37,800 --> 00:10:39,080 Is there anything else? 164 00:10:39,080 --> 00:10:40,612 Well… 165 00:10:42,439 --> 00:10:46,880 You just mentioned that someone from your family wants to study here? 166 00:10:46,880 --> 00:10:49,580 Yes, it's my second cousin. 167 00:10:49,580 --> 00:10:52,720 - See? - She is very eager to study. 168 00:10:52,720 --> 00:10:55,780 Yunlu Academy can't prevent her from learning. 169 00:10:55,780 --> 00:10:59,580 We definitely can't let her down. 170 00:11:00,120 --> 00:11:04,260 Why don't we discuss possible solutions for you? 171 00:11:04,260 --> 00:11:05,588 Thank you so much. 172 00:11:05,588 --> 00:11:07,276 Brother Mu Bai. 173 00:11:18,720 --> 00:11:24,280 Brother Bai, I just remembered that Master Zhao will give a lecture tomorrow, right? 174 00:11:24,280 --> 00:11:25,100 That's right! 175 00:11:25,100 --> 00:11:30,359 Before his lecture, didn't he need a poem to encourage learning? 176 00:11:30,359 --> 00:11:34,640 It's a shame that the poem isn't ready yet. 177 00:11:36,400 --> 00:11:41,339 Disciple, if you can write a poem that encourages learning we like, 178 00:11:41,339 --> 00:11:44,819 I promise Master Zhao won't refuse your request. 179 00:11:44,819 --> 00:11:46,339 Good. 180 00:11:46,339 --> 00:11:48,960 I see. One poem that encourages learning- 181 00:11:48,960 --> 00:11:51,980 Wait, one poem is not enough. 182 00:11:51,980 --> 00:11:53,260 You do the math. 183 00:11:53,260 --> 00:11:55,620 Master Zhao will need a poem for tomorrow's lecture. 184 00:11:55,620 --> 00:11:58,399 I also need a poem for the lecture the day after tomorrow. 185 00:11:58,399 --> 00:12:00,840 - Brother Mu Bai, you need a poem too, right? - I do! 186 00:12:00,840 --> 00:12:06,419 So, the total is one plus five plus five plus eight plus seven... 187 00:12:06,419 --> 00:12:10,339 - 20 poems in total. - That's right, 20 poems! 188 00:12:11,980 --> 00:12:16,480 - I know you can't do it overnight. - Yes. 189 00:12:16,480 --> 00:12:18,740 Indeed, it's no small task for you. 190 00:12:18,740 --> 00:12:22,380 But you should think about our difficulties. 191 00:12:22,380 --> 00:12:24,539 Your matter is very tricky. 192 00:12:24,539 --> 00:12:28,319 If we don't swear them to secrecy, things will get sticky. 193 00:12:28,319 --> 00:12:30,188 Yes, indeed. 194 00:12:33,539 --> 00:12:35,299 I understand. 195 00:12:35,299 --> 00:12:37,740 Could you lend me a room? 196 00:12:37,740 --> 00:12:40,360 Allow me some time to ponder. 197 00:12:40,360 --> 00:12:42,339 Some time? 198 00:12:43,240 --> 00:12:45,780 Disciple, please. 199 00:12:48,760 --> 00:12:52,000 The tea is ready, Masters. 200 00:12:52,000 --> 00:12:54,436 20 poems? 201 00:12:54,436 --> 00:12:57,739 Their request is unreasonable, and you dared to agree? 202 00:12:58,639 --> 00:13:02,699 No, they're going too far. I'll confront them. 203 00:13:02,699 --> 00:13:08,250 "The mountain of knowledge has a path, diligence leads the way. The sea of learning is endless, hard work is the boat to cross it.*" (*Taught in modern schools, author unknown) 204 00:13:14,480 --> 00:13:15,519 Good poem! 205 00:13:15,519 --> 00:13:18,640 Don't just stand there! Write it down quickly! 206 00:13:19,360 --> 00:13:23,980 "Books hold golden treasures and beauties like jade.** (*"Encouragement to Study" by Song Emperor Zhenzong") 207 00:13:23,980 --> 00:13:25,610 Write it down. 208 00:13:26,159 --> 00:13:32,400 "In youth, one neglects diligent study, only to regret it in old age."* (*"Persuasion to Study" by Yang Zhenqing) 209 00:13:33,299 --> 00:13:38,680 "A moment of time is worth its weight in gold, but no amount of gold can buy back time.."* (*Chinese proverb) 210 00:13:38,680 --> 00:13:40,839 - Write it down. - Done. 211 00:13:40,839 --> 00:13:42,799 Dancing… 212 00:13:42,799 --> 00:13:46,139 "Dancing under the moonlight."* (*"Seaside Tango" by Dylan Wang, Wang Qiming, Pu Sha) 213 00:13:46,139 --> 00:13:48,760 "With light and graceful steps." 214 00:13:48,760 --> 00:13:50,480 "Baby I lov…" 215 00:13:50,480 --> 00:13:52,840 No, wait. Don't write that down. Stop. 216 00:13:52,840 --> 00:13:58,580 "Mastery stems from diligence, neglect from excessive play. Success arises from careful planning, failure from carelessness."* (* "An Essay on Promoting Learning" by Han Yu) 217 00:13:58,580 --> 00:14:00,599 - Write it down. - Done. 218 00:14:03,239 --> 00:14:07,259 "The road ahead is long...*" [Study with Diligence and Determination] (*"Encountering Sorrow" by Qu Yuan) 219 00:14:07,259 --> 00:14:08,900 Done. [Poems that Encourage People to Study] 220 00:14:08,900 --> 00:14:10,719 It's so quick. 221 00:14:10,719 --> 00:14:12,080 [The mountain of knowledge has a path, diligence leads the way. The sea of learning is endless, hard work is the boat to cross it.] 222 00:14:12,080 --> 00:14:13,724 [Books hold golden treasures and beauties like jade.] 223 00:14:18,420 --> 00:14:20,912 [In youth, one neglects diligent study, only to regret it in old age.] 224 00:14:22,000 --> 00:14:23,439 Good poems, indeed. 225 00:14:23,439 --> 00:14:24,964 Well… 226 00:14:27,299 --> 00:14:30,699 Why is each poem half-finished? 227 00:14:30,699 --> 00:14:34,584 And there's just a name. The rest is all blank. Well… 228 00:14:34,584 --> 00:14:36,720 - Qi An. - What… 229 00:14:36,720 --> 00:14:38,872 What on earth- 230 00:14:38,872 --> 00:14:40,980 I did my best. 231 00:14:40,980 --> 00:14:44,020 For now, I can't compose any more poems. 232 00:14:44,020 --> 00:14:47,500 I hope you'll understand. 233 00:14:47,500 --> 00:14:51,400 Forget it. You may go. 234 00:14:52,159 --> 00:14:53,419 About what you promised me? 235 00:14:53,419 --> 00:14:58,200 Rest assured, I will do my best. 236 00:15:01,399 --> 00:15:07,219 When the other disciples finish reading this, I believe inspiration will come soon. 237 00:15:09,260 --> 00:15:13,640 Be safe on the road. 238 00:15:13,640 --> 00:15:14,939 Thank you, Master. 239 00:15:14,939 --> 00:15:15,939 Go ahead. 240 00:15:15,939 --> 00:15:17,436 Ci Jiu. 241 00:15:23,459 --> 00:15:24,720 Hurry up. 242 00:15:24,720 --> 00:15:26,240 Take care. 243 00:15:35,439 --> 00:15:41,219 These good poems are half-done. Sadly, they're useless. 244 00:15:42,384 --> 00:15:43,459 Where are you going? 245 00:15:43,459 --> 00:15:46,360 What do you think? I'm going to discard them. 246 00:15:46,360 --> 00:15:49,419 I know what you're thinking. 247 00:15:49,419 --> 00:15:54,120 If you finish the other half of these poems, you'll become famous. 248 00:15:54,120 --> 00:15:56,800 - I- - You thief. 249 00:15:56,800 --> 00:15:59,820 How can scholarly matters include stealing? 250 00:15:59,820 --> 00:16:02,500 You're noble and don't care about fame. 251 00:16:02,500 --> 00:16:03,720 Why are you holding me? 252 00:16:03,720 --> 00:16:04,919 I just won't let go. 253 00:16:04,919 --> 00:16:06,519 - What are you doing? - I won't let go. 254 00:16:06,519 --> 00:16:08,159 Fine, you won't let go of me? 255 00:16:08,159 --> 00:16:11,260 I just won't let go. 256 00:16:11,260 --> 00:16:13,740 Master Zhao, there's big trouble. 257 00:16:13,740 --> 00:16:17,060 Zhang Shen and Li Mu Bai are fighting. 258 00:16:17,060 --> 00:16:19,500 What for? 259 00:16:21,459 --> 00:16:23,580 Stop. Enough. 260 00:16:29,200 --> 00:16:31,999 Zhang Shen, you shameless wretch. 261 00:16:31,999 --> 00:16:34,159 You stole a disciple from me. 262 00:16:34,159 --> 00:16:37,240 And today, you did something disgraceful. 263 00:16:37,240 --> 00:16:39,760 All of Confucius' teachings have gone into the stomach of a dog*! (*meaning gone to waste) 264 00:16:39,760 --> 00:16:43,519 As a teacher, I polish students' poems. 265 00:16:43,519 --> 00:16:45,039 What's wrong with that? 266 00:16:45,039 --> 00:16:48,539 Given our old friendship, I put up with you. 267 00:16:48,539 --> 00:16:51,140 If you're ungrateful, don't blame me for having no faith in you. 268 00:16:51,140 --> 00:16:55,980 You old thing! For the record, I've been putting up with you. 269 00:16:55,980 --> 00:16:58,780 You have a trick up your sleeve? I don't. 270 00:16:58,780 --> 00:17:00,640 Who's afraid? Bring it on! 271 00:17:00,640 --> 00:17:02,900 Bring it on! 272 00:17:02,900 --> 00:17:05,219 - Bring it on. - Bring it on. 273 00:17:07,879 --> 00:17:11,340 Infighting is forbidden here. 274 00:17:17,240 --> 00:17:19,959 - Master Zhao. - Master Zhao. 275 00:17:19,959 --> 00:17:22,472 - Princess. - Greetings, Princess. 276 00:17:22,472 --> 00:17:24,140 What's going on? 277 00:17:24,140 --> 00:17:25,640 It’s nothing. 278 00:17:25,640 --> 00:17:29,100 Brother Mu Bai and I have disagreements over our approach to academics. 279 00:17:29,100 --> 00:17:31,860 Neither of us can persuade the other, right? 280 00:17:31,860 --> 00:17:35,960 Yes. So, we changed our method 281 00:17:35,960 --> 00:17:36,960 and stopped after making our point. 282 00:17:36,960 --> 00:17:38,359 - Stopped after making our point. - Stopped after making our point. 283 00:17:38,359 --> 00:17:42,619 Master Zhao, they were fighting over Xu Qi An's poems. 284 00:17:46,879 --> 00:17:50,279 Who composed these poems? 285 00:17:50,279 --> 00:17:52,580 A disciple of mine. 286 00:17:52,580 --> 00:17:56,739 The poem "Farewell to Yang Gong" 287 00:17:56,739 --> 00:17:58,879 was also composed by him. 288 00:17:59,559 --> 00:18:01,259 He's the Skilled Constable from Changle County? 289 00:18:01,259 --> 00:18:05,200 - Exactly. - He is Xu Qi An, a disciple of mine. 290 00:18:06,119 --> 00:18:11,699 Even if he's only skilled in poetry, he's qualified to be my advisor. 291 00:18:11,699 --> 00:18:18,119 It's inappropriate to fight over some poems. 292 00:18:18,119 --> 00:18:22,140 You've reached the fourth-grade Junzi Realm. 293 00:18:22,140 --> 00:18:26,679 Yet you're still obsessed with fame and gain. 294 00:18:26,679 --> 00:18:30,119 How are you qualified to teach your disciples Confucian Principles? 295 00:18:31,279 --> 00:18:34,819 All right, both of you go back. 296 00:18:36,119 --> 00:18:37,832 Remember… 297 00:18:39,079 --> 00:18:42,979 do not forget that you are masters at Yunlu Academy. 298 00:18:47,300 --> 00:18:49,196 Well... 299 00:18:49,196 --> 00:18:52,784 - We'll take our leave. - We’ll take our leave. 300 00:19:03,628 --> 00:19:07,092 [Poems that Encourage People to Study] 301 00:19:08,540 --> 00:19:13,540 Elder Brother, you're so clever. Your poems are all half-done. 302 00:19:13,540 --> 00:19:17,030 You ensured the masters couldn’t claim your poems while arranging matters for the women in our family. 303 00:19:17,030 --> 00:19:18,490 Kill two birds with one stone. 304 00:19:18,499 --> 00:19:24,719 Ci Jiu, I don’t mean to criticize, but you’re really overthinking this. 305 00:19:24,719 --> 00:19:29,219 So, you didn't deliberately do it? 306 00:19:29,219 --> 00:19:33,039 I’ll tell you the truth… I actually didn’t compose those poems. 307 00:19:33,039 --> 00:19:35,380 I previously read them in an ancient book. 308 00:19:35,380 --> 00:19:38,440 I gave them half of each poem because I remembered only half. 309 00:19:38,440 --> 00:19:40,390 I still regret it now. 310 00:19:40,399 --> 00:19:44,940 If I had known this would happen, I'd have memorized them in the first place. 311 00:19:44,940 --> 00:19:51,228 Ancient book? Elder Brother, are you deliberately keeping it from me? 312 00:19:51,228 --> 00:19:55,250 Rest assured, I do not fancy your poem at all. 313 00:19:56,259 --> 00:19:58,100 Finally, I have one less thing on my mind. 314 00:19:58,100 --> 00:20:03,219 When your sisters and mother are settled, we can focus on dealing with Zhou Li. 315 00:20:03,219 --> 00:20:07,660 Remember you can't tell your sisters and mother about Zhou Li. 316 00:20:07,660 --> 00:20:10,280 Don't let them feel worried with you. 317 00:20:10,280 --> 00:20:14,679 I know what to do. You don't need to remind me. 318 00:20:14,679 --> 00:20:16,856 All right, all right. 319 00:20:18,340 --> 00:20:23,899 By the way, thank you for helping me recently. 320 00:20:25,820 --> 00:20:28,819 I thought a lot yesterday. 321 00:20:28,819 --> 00:20:32,940 Without you, my father might have been executed 322 00:20:32,940 --> 00:20:35,619 and my sisters and mother would have been sent to the Music Bureau. 323 00:20:35,619 --> 00:20:39,600 Without you, Sister Ling Yue would have been in danger that day. 324 00:20:39,600 --> 00:20:42,899 She might have become Zhou Li's victim. 325 00:20:42,899 --> 00:20:48,639 Without you, my family might have been pushing our luck 326 00:20:48,639 --> 00:20:53,100 until we were eradicated. 327 00:20:57,920 --> 00:20:59,728 Thank you. 328 00:21:05,240 --> 00:21:08,160 Sit down. 329 00:21:08,160 --> 00:21:11,140 Shake hands. 330 00:21:11,140 --> 00:21:14,499 You don't even know how to shake hands? 331 00:21:14,499 --> 00:21:17,080 Elder Brother, did you hear what I said? 332 00:21:17,819 --> 00:21:20,279 Yes, I did. 333 00:21:21,659 --> 00:21:23,296 You didn't hear it. 334 00:21:23,296 --> 00:21:25,910 Ci Jiu, this horse is too lazy. Give me a hand. 335 00:21:25,910 --> 00:21:28,000 I'm angry. 336 00:21:36,799 --> 00:21:39,119 Greetings, Master Jian Zheng. 337 00:21:39,119 --> 00:21:41,219 You're here. 338 00:21:43,400 --> 00:21:48,200 The Astronomy Bureau has watched over the Dafeng Capital City for 500 years. 339 00:21:48,200 --> 00:21:50,180 Do you find it dull? 340 00:21:50,180 --> 00:21:52,212 Dull? 341 00:21:53,119 --> 00:21:54,599 Indeed, it's dull. 342 00:21:54,599 --> 00:21:59,440 If so, why not consider my suggestion? 343 00:21:59,440 --> 00:22:03,439 I asked you to consider my proposal 25 years ago. 344 00:22:03,439 --> 00:22:05,530 I failed you. 345 00:22:05,530 --> 00:22:09,540 I'm not interested in mystical arts. 346 00:22:09,540 --> 00:22:10,910 Why not be a scholar? 347 00:22:10,910 --> 00:22:17,020 Isn't it also boring to spend time with the Yunlu Academy disciples? 348 00:22:19,799 --> 00:22:22,119 Back then, you chose to be a warrior. 349 00:22:22,119 --> 00:22:25,480 I predicted that a second-rank warrior would appear. 350 00:22:25,480 --> 00:22:29,319 In the end, you crippled your own cultivation. 351 00:22:30,119 --> 00:22:34,400 In fact, it's not hard for me to come out of retirement or to restore your cultivation. 352 00:22:34,400 --> 00:22:38,920 - As long as you- - I know what I want. 353 00:22:49,119 --> 00:22:52,979 I met you for the first time 25 years ago. 354 00:22:52,979 --> 00:22:57,799 I thought you were the one who could guard Dafeng. 355 00:22:58,779 --> 00:23:01,610 A lifetime of glory was within easy reach. 356 00:23:01,610 --> 00:23:04,120 However, you treated it all like dirt. 357 00:23:04,120 --> 00:23:09,459 And I had to keep waiting. 358 00:23:11,620 --> 00:23:14,540 If I could go back to that day, 359 00:23:16,540 --> 00:23:20,139 I would still make the same choice. 360 00:23:23,140 --> 00:23:27,879 However, these days, 361 00:23:27,879 --> 00:23:33,540 I can comprehend how you felt at that time. 362 00:23:41,340 --> 00:23:45,459 Are you also waiting for someone? 363 00:23:46,200 --> 00:23:49,299 What Dafeng needs now is not a mender 364 00:23:49,299 --> 00:23:54,660 but someone who can stir up things and turn the tide. 365 00:23:56,920 --> 00:24:04,260 Sadly, that person has not yet appeared. 366 00:24:24,300 --> 00:24:28,440 Had I known, I would have kept you on the mountain 367 00:24:28,440 --> 00:24:31,360 I would ride the horse away. 368 00:24:31,360 --> 00:24:33,820 You talk too much. 369 00:24:33,820 --> 00:24:36,000 What will we eat when we get home? 370 00:24:36,000 --> 00:24:39,340 Depends on what my mother makes. Don't be picky. 371 00:24:39,340 --> 00:24:42,712 Someone is following us. Zhou Li? 372 00:24:44,480 --> 00:24:46,799 You dare to block my way. Cripple him! 373 00:24:46,799 --> 00:24:48,588 Yes. 374 00:24:53,870 --> 00:24:57,319 - What's the matter, Elder Brother? - We're being followed. 375 00:24:57,319 --> 00:24:59,452 - By Zhou Li's people? - Yes. 376 00:24:59,452 --> 00:25:02,319 It seems we made the right decision to visit Yunlu Academy. 377 00:25:02,319 --> 00:25:07,139 Although the three of us can protect ourselves, I'm worried about the your mother and sisters. 378 00:25:10,879 --> 00:25:12,800 Open the door. It's me. 379 00:25:12,800 --> 00:25:14,840 Hurry. 380 00:25:17,920 --> 00:25:19,840 Why did you lock the door in broad daylight? 381 00:25:19,840 --> 00:25:21,420 We're followed by Zhou Li's men. 382 00:25:21,420 --> 00:25:23,528 - So soon? - Lower your voice. 383 00:25:23,528 --> 00:25:25,979 Fortunately, the arrangements at Yunlu Academy have been made. 384 00:25:25,979 --> 00:25:30,410 - Tomorrow we can send my sisters and mother over. - Well done. 385 00:25:30,410 --> 00:25:36,520 I always knew the best thing I did in my life was to send you to study. 386 00:25:36,520 --> 00:25:39,740 It's all thanks to my cousin. I didn't help. 387 00:25:39,740 --> 00:25:41,612 Ning Yan? 388 00:25:43,250 --> 00:25:48,460 Ning Yan, the worst thing I ever did in my life was to send you to learn martial arts. 389 00:25:48,460 --> 00:25:52,700 Enough nonsense already. Inform your colleagues immediately to increase neighborhood patrols. 390 00:25:52,700 --> 00:25:56,220 Also, just say that there are thieves nearby. Don't mention Zhou Li. 391 00:25:56,220 --> 00:25:58,480 Okay, I'm on it. 392 00:25:58,480 --> 00:26:02,396 - Take the back door. - Yes, I'll take the back door. 393 00:26:02,396 --> 00:26:04,368 Be careful. 394 00:26:06,060 --> 00:26:08,116 Dinner's ready. 395 00:26:26,359 --> 00:26:29,660 Sister Ling Yue, this is for you. 396 00:26:29,660 --> 00:26:31,780 Thank you, Elder Brother. 397 00:26:34,219 --> 00:26:36,508 You eat. 398 00:26:36,508 --> 00:26:39,020 Open your mouth. 399 00:26:39,020 --> 00:26:42,459 You don't have to, Elder Brother. You should have kept the money for household expenses. 400 00:26:42,459 --> 00:26:45,459 Why did you buy this flashy thing? 401 00:26:48,499 --> 00:26:50,812 Open your mouth. 402 00:26:50,812 --> 00:26:54,799 Auntie, this is for you. 403 00:26:54,799 --> 00:26:57,168 Take a look. 404 00:27:01,840 --> 00:27:03,764 Eat it yourself. 405 00:27:06,839 --> 00:27:11,340 It's real. Where did you get the silver to buy this? 406 00:27:11,340 --> 00:27:13,759 I gambled… 407 00:27:13,759 --> 00:27:16,779 It's a reward from the government office for reading the dossier. 408 00:27:16,779 --> 00:27:21,020 All right, you do have a conscience. 409 00:27:22,900 --> 00:27:29,140 Mother, I heard from the master that the academy is expanding and recruiting disciples. 410 00:27:29,140 --> 00:27:35,040 So, I secured two spots for Ling Yin and Ling Yue. 411 00:27:35,040 --> 00:27:36,759 Good news. 412 00:27:39,480 --> 00:27:43,440 I must say this is truly great. 413 00:27:43,440 --> 00:27:46,019 Look, it's good for the girls to go out and see the world. 414 00:27:46,019 --> 00:27:49,140 Perhaps they're good at learning. 415 00:27:49,140 --> 00:27:54,640 By then they will bring honor to the family. You'll be proud of them. 416 00:27:54,640 --> 00:28:00,779 He's right. However, I'm still worried about my sisters. 417 00:28:00,779 --> 00:28:05,180 Mother, how about you go with them? You can look after them. 418 00:28:05,180 --> 00:28:06,910 That makes sense. 419 00:28:07,720 --> 00:28:12,099 Mother, I'm not going. I'm not going. 420 00:28:12,099 --> 00:28:16,040 - Ling Yue, take your sister back to the room. - I won't go. 421 00:28:16,040 --> 00:28:20,100 Come on. Don't disturb them. 422 00:28:23,179 --> 00:28:26,400 What are you doing? Wipe them. 423 00:28:30,160 --> 00:28:32,340 Is it about Zhou Li? 424 00:28:37,920 --> 00:28:39,560 Yes. 425 00:28:41,319 --> 00:28:43,619 Is it serious? 426 00:28:43,619 --> 00:28:46,480 It's not serious, it's just a minor issue. 427 00:28:56,359 --> 00:28:58,290 You stay in the main room for the next few days. 428 00:28:58,290 --> 00:29:02,150 You two should take care of each other. 429 00:29:02,160 --> 00:29:07,699 There are some vegetables in the cellar. Remember to eat them. 430 00:29:08,440 --> 00:29:10,320 I've also left some money. 431 00:29:10,320 --> 00:29:14,130 Feel free to spend it if you' don't have enough. 432 00:29:15,960 --> 00:29:21,740 Don't worry. I'll take care of Ling Yin and Ling Yue. 433 00:29:22,519 --> 00:29:24,799 My husband and so… 434 00:29:26,760 --> 00:29:28,899 are counting on you. 435 00:29:33,079 --> 00:29:35,219 Auntie, don't worry. 436 00:29:44,340 --> 00:29:50,000 I've sent people to strengthen the patrols around the house. Nothing out of the ordinary was found. 437 00:29:50,000 --> 00:29:53,419 Aren't we being a little paranoid? 438 00:29:53,419 --> 00:29:57,300 If the men who followed us are really Zhou's, 439 00:29:57,300 --> 00:30:01,200 they would have missed the best chance to make a move. 440 00:30:01,200 --> 00:30:06,920 Perhaps Minister Zhou thinks we're ants he can crush easily. 441 00:30:06,920 --> 00:30:08,720 He's not in a hurry to deal with us. 442 00:30:08,720 --> 00:30:10,710 One thing is for sure. 443 00:30:10,710 --> 00:30:15,030 If we don't get rid of Minister Zhou, we'll die. 444 00:30:17,528 --> 00:30:21,316 Second Uncle, what did you discover today? 445 00:30:22,160 --> 00:30:25,760 I followed Zhou Li all day. 446 00:30:25,760 --> 00:30:28,559 He behaved himself all day. 447 00:30:28,559 --> 00:30:31,200 I guess Minister Zhou has warned him. 448 00:30:31,200 --> 00:30:33,480 But when I was following him, 449 00:30:33,480 --> 00:30:37,090 I noticed that he constantly went in and out of a house. 450 00:30:37,099 --> 00:30:41,959 This house doesn't have a plaque. Perhaps it's his private residence. 451 00:30:41,959 --> 00:30:48,420 There is a maid, an old servant woman, an old gatekeeper, and another woman inside. 452 00:30:48,420 --> 00:30:52,660 It seems very likely that he's keeping a mistress outside. 453 00:30:52,660 --> 00:30:57,279 He visited Minister Zhou in the afternoon 454 00:30:57,279 --> 00:30:59,620 and then went to the Music Bureau. 455 00:30:59,620 --> 00:31:02,800 I learned that Zhou Li recently became very interested 456 00:31:02,800 --> 00:31:07,520 in Fu Xiang, the star beauty of the Music Bureau. 457 00:31:07,520 --> 00:31:10,140 He spent a fortune trying to make her smile. 458 00:31:10,140 --> 00:31:14,120 However, Miss Fu Xiang didn't fall for his tricks. 459 00:31:14,120 --> 00:31:18,200 - Who is Fu Xiang? - You've never hear of her? 460 00:31:18,200 --> 00:31:21,720 Fu Xiang is the best performer at the Music Bureau, 461 00:31:21,720 --> 00:31:26,519 known far and wide for her excellence in poetry and zither. 462 00:31:26,519 --> 00:31:31,079 Moreover, Miss Fu Xiang likes talented scholars. 463 00:31:31,079 --> 00:31:34,580 Wait, why do you know so much? 464 00:31:36,200 --> 00:31:39,219 I heard it from others. 465 00:31:40,079 --> 00:31:43,470 I think this could be the place to start. 466 00:31:44,099 --> 00:31:48,060 You think Fu Xiang has information about Zhou Li? 467 00:31:48,060 --> 00:31:53,280 Yes, a man's flaws often appear in front of wine and women. 468 00:31:53,280 --> 00:31:58,440 I suggest we go to the Music Bureau to find Fu Xiang. 469 00:32:01,400 --> 00:32:03,559 D-Don't look at me. 470 00:32:03,559 --> 00:32:07,819 I am a scholar who would never go to that kind of place. 471 00:32:11,079 --> 00:32:14,200 Why are you looking at me? Am I the type to go to a place like that? 472 00:32:14,200 --> 00:32:16,779 Miss Fu Xiang is the type of girl who likes talented men. 473 00:32:16,779 --> 00:32:19,940 I can't even read. I don't want to embarrass myself. 474 00:32:19,940 --> 00:32:24,039 Besides, you know about my feelings for your mother. 475 00:32:24,039 --> 00:32:27,500 How could I possibly go to that place? 476 00:32:34,940 --> 00:32:38,919 No, don't look at me. I am a Changle County Constable. 477 00:32:38,919 --> 00:32:41,440 It's quite inconvenient for me to go there. 478 00:32:41,440 --> 00:32:45,460 Besides, I have a reputation at the office for being upright and honest. 479 00:32:45,460 --> 00:32:47,790 If my colleagues find out, how will I face them? How could I work with them? 480 00:32:47,790 --> 00:32:50,190 Could I keep my job? 481 00:32:51,039 --> 00:32:54,599 All right, let's put this plan on hold for now. 482 00:32:54,599 --> 00:32:56,332 All right. 483 00:33:05,079 --> 00:33:07,360 Well, well, well. 484 00:33:08,160 --> 00:33:11,050 [Unmatched Breathtaking Beauty] [Shadowed Plum Pavilion] 485 00:33:13,640 --> 00:33:17,239 Young Master, first floor or second floor? Magnificent. 486 00:33:17,239 --> 00:33:20,319 30 taels of silver. Please escort the young master to a private room on the second floor. 487 00:33:20,319 --> 00:33:22,119 This way, please. 488 00:33:27,920 --> 00:33:29,908 Young Master, please wait. 489 00:33:31,559 --> 00:33:37,000 I am Yang Ling, a scholar at Changle County. I'm here to see Fu Xiang. 490 00:33:37,000 --> 00:33:39,319 Look at their expressions. 491 00:33:45,779 --> 00:33:48,959 Sorry, I'll wait in line. My apologies, everyone. 492 00:33:48,959 --> 00:33:53,500 - Thank you. - 20 taels of silver. Take a seat in the tea area on the first floor. 493 00:33:53,500 --> 00:33:57,810 Young Master Zhang, it's been a while. Which seat would you like? 494 00:33:58,559 --> 00:33:59,840 Young Master, you're so generous. 495 00:33:59,840 --> 00:34:02,030 30 taels of silver. Escort Young Master Zhang to a private room on the second floor. 496 00:34:02,039 --> 00:34:04,900 Wish Young Master Zhang good luck. 497 00:34:04,900 --> 00:34:07,640 Young Master Li, 20 taels of silver. 498 00:34:07,640 --> 00:34:11,679 Escort Young Master Li to a seat in the tea area on the first floor. Wish Young Master Li good luck. 499 00:34:11,679 --> 00:34:14,980 Young Master Wang, 10 taels of silver. 500 00:34:14,980 --> 00:34:17,540 Escort Young Master Wang to a shared table on the first floor. 501 00:34:17,540 --> 00:34:20,660 Share a table. Please. 502 00:34:27,760 --> 00:34:30,160 I rushed out and didn't bring enough money. 503 00:34:30,160 --> 00:34:34,219 Brother, just get me a stool. I'll just sit for a while, then leave. 504 00:34:35,200 --> 00:34:37,619 - Next one. - Wait. 505 00:34:37,619 --> 00:34:39,836 Next one. 506 00:34:39,836 --> 00:34:44,019 10 taels of silver, to a shared table on the first floor. Please. 507 00:34:44,019 --> 00:34:46,760 10 taels of silver, to a shared table. 508 00:34:46,760 --> 00:34:51,340 Music Bureau? It's a place for spending a fortune. 509 00:34:51,340 --> 00:34:55,640 To gather 10 taels of silver, suppose I pick up one tenth of a tael every day, 510 00:34:55,640 --> 00:34:57,930 it would take several months. 511 00:35:04,739 --> 00:35:08,719 One-fifth of a tael? That increased quite a bit! 512 00:35:08,719 --> 00:35:10,779 - Left. - Hit the target. 513 00:35:10,779 --> 00:35:13,260 Can you do it? 514 00:35:18,520 --> 00:35:20,132 Hit the target. 515 00:35:21,796 --> 00:35:25,199 - Hit the target. The last shot. Hit the target. - Old man. 516 00:35:25,199 --> 00:35:30,859 Old man, my master offered 600 taels of silver for everything at your stall. 517 00:35:30,859 --> 00:35:34,859 - Rules are rules. - You… 518 00:35:34,859 --> 00:35:37,080 Let's go. 519 00:35:37,080 --> 00:35:40,339 Old man, what is the rate? 520 00:35:40,339 --> 00:35:42,680 Two qian of silver. 521 00:35:46,179 --> 00:35:49,560 Blindfold yourself, then turn around. 522 00:36:00,179 --> 00:36:02,560 Amazing. 523 00:36:04,660 --> 00:36:06,604 Impressive. 524 00:36:09,215 --> 00:36:11,064 [Pitch-Pot] 525 00:36:12,420 --> 00:36:14,999 I hit the target with my eyes closed. Lucky me. 526 00:36:14,999 --> 00:36:18,079 Could this be my talent in this world? 527 00:36:18,079 --> 00:36:21,759 - Old man, all in. Give me the stuff. - Wait a moment. 528 00:36:28,319 --> 00:36:30,520 Young Master, it's yours. 529 00:36:30,520 --> 00:36:34,468 No, wait. What I want is gold and silver. What is this? 530 00:36:34,468 --> 00:36:38,319 One arrow in for silver, two in for gold, 531 00:36:38,319 --> 00:36:42,400 and three in for this item. 532 00:36:42,400 --> 00:36:44,639 No, I don't need this thing. I only want the gold and silver. 533 00:36:44,639 --> 00:36:47,284 How about the last arrow doesn't count? 534 00:36:47,284 --> 00:36:49,920 Rules are rules. 535 00:36:49,920 --> 00:36:54,339 This is called Exquisite Jade Stone Mirror. It's a rare treasure. 536 00:36:54,339 --> 00:36:57,259 The gold and silver can't compare with it. 537 00:36:57,259 --> 00:37:04,039 Young Master, do not be blinded by gold and silver. 538 00:37:04,039 --> 00:37:05,560 Exquisite Jade Stone Mirror? 539 00:37:05,560 --> 00:37:08,440 Why does it look like a cellphone? 540 00:37:09,180 --> 00:37:11,460 - What's it for? - I don't know. 541 00:37:11,460 --> 00:37:15,940 I only know it's waiting for its fated owner. 542 00:37:15,940 --> 00:37:19,860 You take it back. First, I am not its fated owner. 543 00:37:19,860 --> 00:37:23,460 I just want gold and silver. You better not try to fool me. 544 00:37:23,460 --> 00:37:25,039 Wait, are you insulting me? 545 00:37:25,039 --> 00:37:27,120 Old man, are you a cheat? 546 00:37:27,120 --> 00:37:28,959 - I'll take it myself. - What are you doing? 547 00:37:28,959 --> 00:37:31,640 - Rules are rules. - What rules? You stand outside. 548 00:37:31,640 --> 00:37:34,880 - Three arrows in. Three arrows in to win- - Rules are rules. 549 00:37:34,880 --> 00:37:38,979 Young Master, my master would like to ask for your help. 550 00:37:38,979 --> 00:37:41,600 If you win the treasure for my master, 551 00:37:41,600 --> 00:37:45,480 he will give you 600 taels of silver. 552 00:37:46,479 --> 00:37:49,339 How… How much? 553 00:37:49,339 --> 00:37:51,720 600 taels of silver. 554 00:37:54,080 --> 00:37:57,040 My master said you could try more times. 555 00:37:57,040 --> 00:37:58,359 We will pay. 556 00:37:58,359 --> 00:38:00,459 It's all right even if you fail. 557 00:38:00,459 --> 00:38:03,279 Which item do you want? 558 00:38:03,279 --> 00:38:06,620 The Buddhist Beads. [The Buddhist Beads] 559 00:38:07,359 --> 00:38:08,619 Throwing five arrows in… 560 00:38:08,619 --> 00:38:11,379 Move your foot out. 561 00:38:15,399 --> 00:38:17,299 To get that the beads. 562 00:38:18,220 --> 00:38:21,370 ♫ One, two, three, four ♫ 563 00:38:36,200 --> 00:38:37,896 Amazing! 564 00:38:42,040 --> 00:38:43,680 Congratulations, Young Master. 565 00:38:44,640 --> 00:38:46,080 This. 566 00:38:46,080 --> 00:38:47,879 Fortunately, I didn't fail you. 567 00:38:47,879 --> 00:38:50,976 Oh, right. Can you convert the silver into bank notes? 568 00:38:50,976 --> 00:38:53,040 It's inconvenient for me to carry the silver. 569 00:38:53,040 --> 00:38:55,420 Young master, they're all yours. 570 00:38:58,560 --> 00:39:02,259 Thank you. Come to me again if you need my help. 571 00:39:21,979 --> 00:39:23,840 Where's he? 572 00:39:35,479 --> 00:39:37,660 Sorry. 573 00:39:37,660 --> 00:39:40,120 As I said, I left in a hurry 574 00:39:40,120 --> 00:39:43,379 and didn't bring much money. My apologies. 575 00:39:43,379 --> 00:39:45,659 The highest consumption… 576 00:39:48,439 --> 00:39:50,020 Wait. 577 00:39:50,512 --> 00:39:51,560 What? 578 00:39:51,560 --> 00:39:52,799 Next one. 579 00:39:52,799 --> 00:39:53,839 No, wait. 580 00:39:53,839 --> 00:39:55,959 The money was in my pocket just now. 581 00:39:55,959 --> 00:39:57,720 Next guest, next! 582 00:39:57,720 --> 00:40:00,359 Come to the first floor. 583 00:40:00,359 --> 00:40:02,739 I'm with Master Li, on the first floor. 584 00:40:02,739 --> 00:40:04,379 First floor, please. 585 00:40:04,379 --> 00:40:06,780 You swallowed my money? 586 00:40:06,780 --> 00:40:09,439 No, spit it out. 587 00:40:09,439 --> 00:40:11,140 Open. 588 00:40:12,399 --> 00:40:14,640 Abra-cadabra. 589 00:40:15,200 --> 00:40:17,020 Spit it out. 590 00:40:17,020 --> 00:40:19,599 Spit it out. Come on. 591 00:40:29,200 --> 00:40:31,760 Are you going in, Young Master? 592 00:40:33,999 --> 00:40:35,899 Invite Young Master Yang to take a seat. 593 00:40:35,899 --> 00:40:37,319 Please come in, Young Master Yang. 594 00:40:37,319 --> 00:40:39,580 Splendid. 595 00:40:40,240 --> 00:40:44,560 Gentlemen, I am Yang Ling, a scholar from Changle County. 596 00:40:44,560 --> 00:40:45,839 Nice to meet you. 597 00:40:45,839 --> 00:40:47,564 You too. 598 00:40:56,240 --> 00:40:58,460 Drops of alcohol. 599 00:40:58,460 --> 00:41:04,399 One drop, two drops, three drops. 600 00:41:08,999 --> 00:41:10,339 Winter plum blossoms. 601 00:41:10,339 --> 00:41:14,479 One hundred, one thousand, ten thousand blossoms. 602 00:41:14,479 --> 00:41:17,359 Brilliant. 603 00:41:17,359 --> 00:41:20,200 Young Master Yang, that's brilliant. 604 00:41:20,200 --> 00:41:21,999 I'm flattered. 605 00:41:21,999 --> 00:41:25,339 Brother, I'm new here and don't know the rules. 606 00:41:25,339 --> 00:41:30,448 May I ask when Miss Fu Xiang will show up? 607 00:41:30,448 --> 00:41:32,219 If you want to see Miss Fu Xiang, 608 00:41:32,219 --> 00:41:34,839 it will depend on your luck. 609 00:41:34,839 --> 00:41:38,279 You might see her if you win the tea competition. 610 00:41:38,279 --> 00:41:41,210 Many people have tried it, 611 00:41:41,210 --> 00:41:43,850 but no one won 612 00:41:43,859 --> 00:41:47,059 and able to see Fu Xiang. 613 00:41:48,739 --> 00:41:50,439 Excuse me. 614 00:41:51,630 --> 00:41:59,900 Timing and Subtitles brought to you by ⚔️ Champions of Justice ⚖️ Team @Viki.com 615 00:42:00,839 --> 00:42:02,436 What a coincidence. 616 00:42:05,399 --> 00:42:07,819 Yes, it is. 617 00:42:07,819 --> 00:42:09,720 You know each other? 618 00:42:09,720 --> 00:42:11,279 More than that. 619 00:42:11,279 --> 00:42:14,640 This is my old friend. 620 00:42:14,640 --> 00:42:17,140 Brother Xu, my surname is Yang. 621 00:42:17,140 --> 00:42:19,499 We met in Changle County. 622 00:42:20,240 --> 00:42:22,539 I am Xu… 623 00:42:23,839 --> 00:42:28,799 Xu Ping An, a scholar from Changle County. 624 00:42:28,799 --> 00:42:30,640 - Nice to meet you. - You too. 625 00:42:30,640 --> 00:42:34,859 He just switched my surname with his father's. 626 00:42:36,399 --> 00:42:38,880 Brother, let me have a word with him. 627 00:42:40,640 --> 00:42:41,839 Why are you here? 628 00:42:41,839 --> 00:42:44,020 Didn't I ask you to escort your sisters and mother? 629 00:42:44,020 --> 00:42:45,999 You dare confront me? 630 00:42:45,999 --> 00:42:47,520 Didn't you say you'd find a way? 631 00:42:47,520 --> 00:42:49,620 I'm doing it right now. 632 00:42:49,620 --> 00:42:51,160 Right here? 633 00:42:51,160 --> 00:42:53,439 - Master Li. - Hey. 634 00:42:53,439 --> 00:42:55,899 10 taels of silver, a shared table for Master Li. 635 00:42:55,899 --> 00:42:58,760 Master Li, please come in. 636 00:42:58,760 --> 00:43:01,019 Brother Deng, you're here early. 637 00:43:01,760 --> 00:43:03,680 I knew it was you, Brother Li. 638 00:43:03,680 --> 00:43:07,120 Brother Yan Liang and Brother Cong Kai, long time no see. 639 00:43:07,120 --> 00:43:08,839 You haven't come for so long. 640 00:43:08,839 --> 00:43:10,279 I went on a long trip the other day. 641 00:43:10,279 --> 00:43:11,620 As soon as I returned, 642 00:43:11,620 --> 00:43:15,099 I hurried over to see you all. 643 00:43:15,099 --> 00:43:18,260 Let's drink a lot tonight. 644 00:43:23,799 --> 00:43:25,640 What a coincidence. 645 00:43:25,640 --> 00:43:28,539 What a coincidence. 646 00:43:31,970 --> 00:43:36,530 'How Would I Know' - Curley Gao 647 00:43:36,530 --> 00:43:39,040 ♫ Sometimes when I listen to music ♫ 648 00:43:39,040 --> 00:43:44,160 ♫ I let the wind blow away my worries ♫ 649 00:43:45,096 --> 00:43:50,032 ♫ A glance decides a lifetime, but us lingering a few days forms a bond ♫ 650 00:43:50,032 --> 00:43:55,116 ♫ Flowers bloom slowly, and because of you, the petals fall ♫ 651 00:43:55,116 --> 00:44:00,968 ♫ How can the Sun, Moon, and vast sky make one stop frowning? ♫ 652 00:44:00,968 --> 00:44:05,060 ♫ My longing for you fills the endless sky and sea ♫ 653 00:44:05,060 --> 00:44:10,312 ♫ I fell in love with you at first sight, I won't be happy without you ♫ 654 00:44:10,312 --> 00:44:15,288 ♫ Missing you is overwhelming that I can't forget you ♫ 655 00:44:15,288 --> 00:44:17,932 ♫ You should have confessed ♫ 656 00:44:17,932 --> 00:44:20,716 ♫ If only I could meet you earlier ♫ 657 00:44:20,716 --> 00:44:25,872 ♫ Everything I have relates to you ♫ 658 00:44:25,872 --> 00:44:28,624 ♫ I'm doomed to panic, my heart racing ♫ 659 00:44:28,624 --> 00:44:31,184 ♫ I'll show you my true heart ♫ 660 00:44:31,184 --> 00:44:33,836 ♫ The weight of my silent promise is tested ♫ 661 00:44:33,836 --> 00:44:36,304 ♫ Why don't you tell me how you feel? ♫ 662 00:44:36,304 --> 00:44:38,128 ♫ I drink to my heart's content ♫ 663 00:44:38,128 --> 00:44:40,584 ♫ Here's to the rest of my life ♫ 664 00:44:40,584 --> 00:44:43,084 ♫ Don't hide too deeply and then show up ♫ 665 00:44:43,084 --> 00:44:46,464 ♫ Like the moon being invisible behind the clouds ♫ 666 00:44:46,464 --> 00:44:49,100 ♫ Sometimes when I listen to music ♫ 667 00:44:49,100 --> 00:44:54,220 ♫ I let the wind blow away my worries ♫ 668 00:44:55,048 --> 00:45:00,004 ♫ A glance decides a lifetime, but us lingering a few days forms a bond ♫ 669 00:45:00,004 --> 00:45:05,168 ♫ Flowers bloom slowly, and because of you, the petals fall ♫ 670 00:45:05,168 --> 00:45:11,396 ♫ How can the Sun, Moon, and vast sky make one stop frowning? ♫ 671 00:45:11,396 --> 00:45:15,108 ♫ My longing for you fills the endless sky and sea ♫ 672 00:45:15,108 --> 00:45:20,428 ♫ I fell in love with you at first sight, I won't be happy without you ♫ 673 00:45:20,428 --> 00:45:25,340 ♫ Missing you is overwhelming that I can't forget you ♫ 674 00:45:25,340 --> 00:45:27,828 ♫ You should have confessed ♫ 675 00:45:27,828 --> 00:45:30,732 ♫ If only I could meet you earlier ♫ 676 00:45:30,732 --> 00:45:35,912 ♫ Everything I have relates to you ♫ 677 00:45:35,912 --> 00:45:38,576 ♫ I'm doomed to panic, my heart racing ♫ 678 00:45:38,576 --> 00:45:41,068 ♫ I'll show you my true heart ♫ 679 00:45:41,068 --> 00:45:43,632 ♫ The weight of my silent promise is tested ♫ 680 00:45:43,632 --> 00:45:46,284 ♫ Why don't you tell me how you feel? ♫ 681 00:45:46,284 --> 00:45:48,208 ♫ I drink to my heart's content ♫ 682 00:45:48,208 --> 00:45:50,532 ♫ Here's to the rest of my life ♫ 683 00:45:50,532 --> 00:45:53,096 ♫ Don't hide too deeply and then show up ♫ 684 00:45:53,096 --> 00:45:56,012 ♫ Like the moon being invisible behind the clouds ♫ 685 00:45:56,012 --> 00:46:00,176 ♫ I fell in love with you at first sight, I won't be happy without you ♫ 686 00:46:00,176 --> 00:46:05,172 ♫ Missing you is overwhelming that I can't forget you ♫ 687 00:46:05,172 --> 00:46:07,948 ♫ You should have confessed ♫ 688 00:46:07,948 --> 00:46:10,448 ♫ If only I could meet you earlier ♫ 689 00:46:10,448 --> 00:46:15,848 ♫ Everything I have relates to you ♫ 690 00:46:15,848 --> 00:46:20,720 ♫ I feel scared and uneasy ♫ 691 00:46:20,720 --> 00:46:30,040 ♫ Yet, I hold my love for you delicately ♫