1 00:01:26,839 --> 00:01:29,679 ADAPTED FROM MO SHUBAI'S NOVEL, THE GRAND PRINCESS ON JJWXC.NET 2 00:01:29,759 --> 00:01:30,759 THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION 3 00:01:41,960 --> 00:01:44,360 I didn't tell you all this tonight 4 00:01:45,039 --> 00:01:47,000 to seek a response. 5 00:01:48,280 --> 00:01:49,320 I was hoping 6 00:01:50,199 --> 00:01:51,880 to clear up our past misunderstandings, 7 00:01:52,920 --> 00:01:54,320 so it could benefit… 8 00:02:00,759 --> 00:02:01,880 our future cooperation. 9 00:02:12,040 --> 00:02:13,200 About what happened tonight, 10 00:02:13,280 --> 00:02:17,840 find a chance to explain it to Ms. Qin to prevent misunderstandings. 11 00:02:19,880 --> 00:02:20,720 All right. 12 00:02:24,880 --> 00:02:27,000 I want to apologize for my previous actions too. 13 00:02:27,560 --> 00:02:29,799 I shouldn't have tried to set you up with Su Rongqing. 14 00:02:29,880 --> 00:02:30,799 It won't happen again. 15 00:02:31,600 --> 00:02:33,480 Actually, I never blamed you. 16 00:02:34,480 --> 00:02:35,880 I just feel that 17 00:02:38,760 --> 00:02:42,280 before it becomes a committed relationship, 18 00:02:43,840 --> 00:02:45,200 I don't want to disturb others. 19 00:02:47,840 --> 00:02:48,720 All right. 20 00:02:53,720 --> 00:02:57,239 But we need to find a new way to get along. 21 00:02:57,320 --> 00:02:58,959 We're not besties anymore? 22 00:03:03,600 --> 00:03:04,799 From now on, 23 00:03:04,880 --> 00:03:06,040 you manage your affairs 24 00:03:06,120 --> 00:03:08,120 and you need to do as I say when it comes to mine. 25 00:03:08,200 --> 00:03:09,120 I also have a request. 26 00:03:09,200 --> 00:03:11,600 In the future, whenever something is troubling us, 27 00:03:11,679 --> 00:03:12,640 we must express it. 28 00:03:12,720 --> 00:03:16,000 Moreover, we've been given a second chance by Heaven. 29 00:03:16,079 --> 00:03:17,679 Why suffer alone? 30 00:03:22,600 --> 00:03:23,519 I… 31 00:03:24,560 --> 00:03:25,440 I'll try my best. 32 00:03:27,440 --> 00:03:30,480 Can I say something? 33 00:03:30,560 --> 00:03:31,480 What is it? 34 00:03:32,160 --> 00:03:33,000 Could you 35 00:03:34,079 --> 00:03:35,799 stop bringing up separation so often? 36 00:03:36,359 --> 00:03:37,440 I need some dignity too. 37 00:03:38,519 --> 00:03:39,440 Sure. 38 00:03:39,959 --> 00:03:41,239 Don't laugh. 39 00:03:51,119 --> 00:03:51,959 TAIJI HALL 40 00:03:52,040 --> 00:03:55,079 General Jianwu, Wang Jun. 41 00:03:55,160 --> 00:03:59,160 General Jianwei, Wang Minghai. 42 00:03:59,239 --> 00:04:03,560 This list of military achievements has been verified and has no errors. 43 00:04:03,640 --> 00:04:05,640 We respectfully request Your Majesty's judgment. 44 00:04:06,239 --> 00:04:09,239 We received good news today that the front line won a great victory. 45 00:04:10,399 --> 00:04:13,839 General Xiao submitted a list of merits to the Ministry of War, 46 00:04:13,920 --> 00:04:15,480 with a total of 17 military officers. 47 00:04:16,760 --> 00:04:18,200 If you have no objections, 48 00:04:18,719 --> 00:04:19,680 it should be approved. 49 00:04:26,320 --> 00:04:27,159 Your Majesty, 50 00:04:27,719 --> 00:04:30,920 General Xiao and his soldiers have worked hard, 51 00:04:31,000 --> 00:04:31,880 which is undeniable. 52 00:04:31,960 --> 00:04:34,280 However, the Crown Prince led the noble families' sons 53 00:04:34,840 --> 00:04:37,560 to fight bravely in the initial phase. 54 00:04:37,640 --> 00:04:39,039 We can't overlook that. 55 00:04:39,120 --> 00:04:41,599 However, why is there no mention of them on the list? 56 00:04:45,919 --> 00:04:46,760 Your Majesty, 57 00:04:46,840 --> 00:04:49,680 military success is always rewarded based on merit. 58 00:04:49,760 --> 00:04:52,640 The true victors were the Xiao Family's soldiers. 59 00:04:52,719 --> 00:04:55,440 Why should noble families' sons vie for these military honors? 60 00:04:56,000 --> 00:04:58,760 A true official should uphold integrity and fairness 61 00:04:58,840 --> 00:05:00,360 without being biased. 62 00:05:00,960 --> 00:05:02,360 Are you saying I'm biased? 63 00:05:03,240 --> 00:05:04,400 Your Majesty, 64 00:05:04,479 --> 00:05:06,479 I'm unjustly accused without any basis. 65 00:05:06,560 --> 00:05:07,599 Please seek justice for me. 66 00:05:07,680 --> 00:05:08,599 That's enough. 67 00:05:08,680 --> 00:05:10,080 You're giving me a headache. 68 00:05:15,080 --> 00:05:15,919 Crown Prince, 69 00:05:16,000 --> 00:05:17,640 this matter involves you. 70 00:05:17,719 --> 00:05:18,800 What do you think? 71 00:05:23,000 --> 00:05:23,960 Father, 72 00:05:24,640 --> 00:05:26,200 as the Crown Prince, 73 00:05:26,880 --> 00:05:29,680 my duty on the front line was for the country and the people. 74 00:05:29,760 --> 00:05:32,680 Since it was for the people, why should I seek military honor? 75 00:05:32,760 --> 00:05:34,120 However, soldiers are different. 76 00:05:34,200 --> 00:05:37,320 They either fight bravely or sacrifice for the country. 77 00:05:37,880 --> 00:05:40,840 They should be rewarded based on merit without injustice. 78 00:05:42,000 --> 00:05:43,880 Since opinions vary, 79 00:05:43,960 --> 00:05:47,359 this matter should be thoroughly verified. 80 00:05:48,880 --> 00:05:50,240 We shall discuss this another day. 81 00:05:50,880 --> 00:05:51,760 You are dismissed. 82 00:05:52,240 --> 00:05:54,800 -Farewell, Your Majesty. -Farewell, Your Majesty. 83 00:05:55,840 --> 00:05:58,039 People inside said the Crown Prince was also inside 84 00:05:58,120 --> 00:05:59,599 and the argument was heated. 85 00:06:04,200 --> 00:06:05,560 What's going on? 86 00:06:06,240 --> 00:06:07,359 Why are you quarreling again? 87 00:06:12,880 --> 00:06:14,159 You still dare to mention this? 88 00:06:14,760 --> 00:06:15,599 Kneel. 89 00:06:16,599 --> 00:06:17,960 What's the matter, Mother? 90 00:06:18,760 --> 00:06:20,000 Why are you so upset? 91 00:06:20,479 --> 00:06:21,640 Between us, 92 00:06:22,359 --> 00:06:24,120 do we still need to put on an act? 93 00:06:24,799 --> 00:06:26,960 What were you trying to do yesterday? 94 00:06:27,039 --> 00:06:28,560 Mother, I shall ask the same question. 95 00:06:30,039 --> 00:06:31,479 What did you intend to do? 96 00:06:32,039 --> 00:06:34,880 I wanted Shangguan Ya to become the Crown Princess. 97 00:06:35,440 --> 00:06:37,039 Was I not clear enough? 98 00:06:37,120 --> 00:06:38,840 Why did you meddle in this matter? 99 00:06:38,919 --> 00:06:40,799 He's the Crown Prince and acts recklessly. 100 00:06:40,880 --> 00:06:42,200 Are you going to mess around too? 101 00:06:42,280 --> 00:06:44,039 This has nothing to do with Rong. 102 00:06:44,120 --> 00:06:47,039 I already said it was I who asked Rong for help. 103 00:06:48,320 --> 00:06:49,760 So please calm down, Mother. 104 00:06:50,880 --> 00:06:52,479 Yesterday was such a great opportunity, 105 00:06:52,560 --> 00:06:54,599 but you wasted it. 106 00:06:54,680 --> 00:06:56,479 Are you mad or foolish? 107 00:06:56,560 --> 00:06:59,159 Your father has been stopping you from marrying Ya. 108 00:06:59,719 --> 00:07:01,120 Yesterday, everything was ready. 109 00:07:01,200 --> 00:07:03,280 If you had chosen Ya's lily incense, 110 00:07:03,359 --> 00:07:05,280 your uncle would have brought people out 111 00:07:05,359 --> 00:07:06,880 and forced an imperial edict. 112 00:07:06,960 --> 00:07:09,039 But why did you choose your sister's? 113 00:07:10,039 --> 00:07:11,799 Do you know how hard it is 114 00:07:11,880 --> 00:07:13,359 to get another opportunity like that? 115 00:07:13,440 --> 00:07:14,840 It was my fault. 116 00:07:15,320 --> 00:07:16,599 Please calm down 117 00:07:17,159 --> 00:07:18,599 and punish me however you want. 118 00:07:19,200 --> 00:07:21,120 How could you have such audacity? 119 00:07:21,200 --> 00:07:22,960 Do you think I'm blind? 120 00:07:23,719 --> 00:07:25,440 What were you thinking? 121 00:07:25,520 --> 00:07:27,479 You refused to cooperate with the Yang Family. 122 00:07:28,039 --> 00:07:28,960 Fine. I can ignore it. 123 00:07:29,680 --> 00:07:32,479 But marriage alliance is such a significant matter. 124 00:07:32,560 --> 00:07:34,039 If you don't marry Ya, 125 00:07:34,120 --> 00:07:36,799 how will your uncle ever trust you? 126 00:07:37,680 --> 00:07:39,039 Uncle Xu won't trust Chuan 127 00:07:40,120 --> 00:07:41,799 just because he won't marry that woman? 128 00:07:43,919 --> 00:07:45,200 What did Chuan do wrong? 129 00:07:47,239 --> 00:07:49,440 The Shangguan Family has been in power for three reigns. 130 00:07:49,520 --> 00:07:53,120 Do you still not understand where the conflict 131 00:07:54,080 --> 00:07:55,479 between Father and us comes from? 132 00:07:55,560 --> 00:07:57,599 Do you think Chuan still has a way out? 133 00:07:58,440 --> 00:08:00,239 He carries the blood of the Shangguan Family, 134 00:08:00,320 --> 00:08:01,840 he's destined to have no way out. 135 00:08:01,919 --> 00:08:03,640 Since we're already so deeply tied, 136 00:08:03,719 --> 00:08:05,599 we must rely on the Shangguan Family. 137 00:08:05,679 --> 00:08:07,200 What else does Uncle Xu worry about? 138 00:08:07,280 --> 00:08:08,960 Why force them together? 139 00:08:09,039 --> 00:08:10,679 What's the benefit of this? 140 00:08:12,359 --> 00:08:13,280 Mother. 141 00:08:14,760 --> 00:08:16,039 We all know 142 00:08:17,479 --> 00:08:20,359 Uncle Xu doesn't just want a Crown Princess. 143 00:08:21,960 --> 00:08:23,400 He wants the position of Empress 144 00:08:24,039 --> 00:08:25,840 and each generation of the Li Family to flow 145 00:08:25,919 --> 00:08:27,719 with the Shangguan Family's blood. 146 00:08:28,599 --> 00:08:31,440 You represent the present Shangguan Family, 147 00:08:32,159 --> 00:08:33,959 but Uncle Xu wants Chuan 148 00:08:34,439 --> 00:08:35,480 to promise him the future. 149 00:08:36,000 --> 00:08:38,079 However, this is ultimately the Li Family's empire, 150 00:08:38,159 --> 00:08:39,280 not the Shangguan Family's. 151 00:08:39,760 --> 00:08:42,319 The Shangguan Family should step back. 152 00:08:43,720 --> 00:08:44,560 What did you say? 153 00:08:47,280 --> 00:08:48,560 Say it again. 154 00:08:48,640 --> 00:08:49,640 I said, 155 00:08:50,959 --> 00:08:52,959 if the Shangguan Family wants to remain well, 156 00:08:54,199 --> 00:08:55,520 he should step back. 157 00:08:57,920 --> 00:08:59,280 When water overflows, it spills. 158 00:08:59,360 --> 00:09:01,079 When prosperity reaches its peak, it falls. 159 00:09:01,160 --> 00:09:03,560 Father won't tolerate the next emperor 160 00:09:04,160 --> 00:09:06,040 having an empress from the Shangguan Family. 161 00:09:06,640 --> 00:09:08,680 If you insist on forcing this union, 162 00:09:08,760 --> 00:09:10,280 the future ruler of the nation 163 00:09:10,360 --> 00:09:11,640 may not be Chuan. 164 00:09:25,760 --> 00:09:26,680 Mother. 165 00:09:29,560 --> 00:09:30,680 Have the Shangguan Family 166 00:09:31,480 --> 00:09:33,000 withdraw from the capital. 167 00:09:34,760 --> 00:09:37,400 It will be better for everyone. 168 00:09:43,199 --> 00:09:44,160 Get up. 169 00:09:45,240 --> 00:09:46,360 Let's go. 170 00:09:48,000 --> 00:09:49,199 Li Chuan, 171 00:09:50,600 --> 00:09:51,560 get up. 172 00:10:01,600 --> 00:10:02,720 We'll take our leave. 173 00:10:12,600 --> 00:10:13,640 Li Chuan! 174 00:10:20,959 --> 00:10:22,920 Rong, you're amazing. 175 00:10:23,000 --> 00:10:25,520 I can't believe I defied Mother with you just now 176 00:10:25,600 --> 00:10:27,319 and did something I have always wanted to do. 177 00:10:28,120 --> 00:10:29,280 Silly boy. 178 00:10:29,360 --> 00:10:30,199 I'm serious. 179 00:10:30,280 --> 00:10:31,400 I thought 180 00:10:31,480 --> 00:10:33,600 you would think I was wrong 181 00:10:34,199 --> 00:10:35,480 and help Mother persuade me. 182 00:10:45,480 --> 00:10:46,400 Chuan. 183 00:10:46,959 --> 00:10:47,839 I don't understand. 184 00:10:48,480 --> 00:10:50,640 Even you're here to persuade me to marry Shangguan Ya. 185 00:10:51,880 --> 00:10:52,800 The marriage alliance 186 00:10:52,880 --> 00:10:55,680 between two noble families was always based on mutual ulterior motives. 187 00:10:55,760 --> 00:10:57,160 If there are conflicting interests, 188 00:10:57,240 --> 00:10:59,160 how can marrying a woman solve anything? 189 00:10:59,240 --> 00:11:01,480 Besides, I don't even know Shangguan Ya 190 00:11:01,560 --> 00:11:03,800 and I have never met those four secondary consorts. 191 00:11:04,719 --> 00:11:07,319 I only want to marry someone who loves me back. 192 00:11:07,880 --> 00:11:09,079 You need to understand 193 00:11:10,000 --> 00:11:11,480 that in this royal city, 194 00:11:12,079 --> 00:11:14,040 no one can do as they please. 195 00:11:14,120 --> 00:11:15,120 Chuan, 196 00:11:16,120 --> 00:11:17,959 everyone lives for others. 197 00:11:18,040 --> 00:11:19,520 You can't be too selfish. 198 00:11:20,640 --> 00:11:21,480 Just… 199 00:11:21,959 --> 00:11:23,480 Just do it for me and Mother. 200 00:11:24,079 --> 00:11:25,000 What do you say? 201 00:11:25,560 --> 00:11:27,480 If one day I ascend the throne, 202 00:11:28,520 --> 00:11:31,520 will you also pressure me like the noble families 203 00:11:31,600 --> 00:11:32,640 pressuring Father? 204 00:11:34,319 --> 00:11:35,280 Chuan. 205 00:11:38,880 --> 00:11:41,079 If this is what you want, 206 00:11:41,160 --> 00:11:42,520 then so be it. 207 00:11:45,880 --> 00:11:47,079 I just think 208 00:11:48,319 --> 00:11:50,800 no one will truly support you 209 00:11:50,880 --> 00:11:52,240 because of a marriage. 210 00:11:53,240 --> 00:11:55,520 In reality, it doesn't matter whether you marry a Shangguan. 211 00:11:55,600 --> 00:11:57,199 As long as your core interests align, 212 00:11:57,280 --> 00:11:59,000 they will always stand by your side. 213 00:12:00,360 --> 00:12:03,360 Moreover, given the current situation, 214 00:12:03,880 --> 00:12:07,079 marrying a Shangguan will only bring you harm and no benefits. 215 00:12:07,160 --> 00:12:08,120 You have a point. 216 00:12:08,719 --> 00:12:10,079 You truly are sharp-eyed. 217 00:12:14,360 --> 00:12:15,360 Well, not really. 218 00:12:16,719 --> 00:12:17,600 I… 219 00:12:20,240 --> 00:12:21,520 I only saw things clearly 220 00:12:22,120 --> 00:12:23,319 after a dream. 221 00:12:24,199 --> 00:12:25,640 In the dream, 222 00:12:27,880 --> 00:12:28,959 I was too immature. 223 00:12:29,640 --> 00:12:30,760 You had such a dream? 224 00:12:32,480 --> 00:12:33,959 Why do you believe everything I say? 225 00:12:37,360 --> 00:12:39,680 Actually, I was just being too willful. 226 00:12:41,880 --> 00:12:44,360 You didn't get to choose whom you married either, 227 00:12:44,880 --> 00:12:46,839 so why should I have this privilege? 228 00:12:48,719 --> 00:12:50,120 You're not willful. 229 00:12:50,199 --> 00:12:51,520 You're just not strong enough. 230 00:12:52,079 --> 00:12:54,280 People only have the right to choose 231 00:12:54,360 --> 00:12:55,560 when they are strong enough. 232 00:12:55,640 --> 00:12:57,360 If you want the right to choose, 233 00:12:57,439 --> 00:12:58,599 I'll always support you. 234 00:12:58,680 --> 00:13:00,040 But you need to have the ability. 235 00:13:00,120 --> 00:13:01,160 Don't you agree? 236 00:13:02,599 --> 00:13:05,360 So if I'm strong enough 237 00:13:05,959 --> 00:13:07,680 and don't harm those who shouldn't be harmed, 238 00:13:08,319 --> 00:13:10,439 you wouldn't think I'm wrong, right? 239 00:13:10,520 --> 00:13:12,839 As long as you think you're not wrong, that's what matters. 240 00:13:13,360 --> 00:13:16,199 It's not important whether I think you're wrong or not. 241 00:13:16,920 --> 00:13:19,199 Besides, I'm not always right either. 242 00:13:23,599 --> 00:13:24,680 What if 243 00:13:26,360 --> 00:13:27,839 my thoughts are different from yours? 244 00:13:35,480 --> 00:13:36,360 Chuan. 245 00:13:37,160 --> 00:13:38,400 Even if one day, 246 00:13:38,480 --> 00:13:40,480 your thoughts are completely different from mine, 247 00:13:41,240 --> 00:13:42,599 you're still my brother. 248 00:13:43,719 --> 00:13:45,480 I'll never give up on you. 249 00:13:46,640 --> 00:13:47,560 Rong, 250 00:13:49,000 --> 00:13:52,319 I think you're too kind. 251 00:13:53,439 --> 00:13:54,480 Stop talking nonsense. 252 00:14:02,360 --> 00:14:04,880 Your Majesty, don't be too upset. 253 00:14:04,959 --> 00:14:06,240 The Princess and the Crown Prince 254 00:14:06,319 --> 00:14:08,680 are in their youthful and spirited years. 255 00:14:08,760 --> 00:14:10,360 Don't take it to heart. 256 00:14:10,439 --> 00:14:13,959 They will understand your intentions in the future. 257 00:14:14,040 --> 00:14:15,719 With Chuan like this, 258 00:14:17,360 --> 00:14:19,520 what should I say to my elder brother? 259 00:14:19,599 --> 00:14:21,000 It seems quite strange. 260 00:14:22,000 --> 00:14:26,040 His Highness has always been obedient to you, 261 00:14:26,120 --> 00:14:28,800 but now he seems to have changed completely. 262 00:14:28,880 --> 00:14:30,479 He even dares 263 00:14:30,560 --> 00:14:32,040 to defy this marriage. 264 00:14:35,439 --> 00:14:36,560 You're right. 265 00:14:38,040 --> 00:14:40,520 Why would Chuan refuse this marriage? 266 00:14:42,280 --> 00:14:43,319 Could it be 267 00:14:43,400 --> 00:14:44,959 that he has already fallen for someone? 268 00:14:45,040 --> 00:14:46,479 His Highness isn't young anymore. 269 00:14:46,959 --> 00:14:49,800 It's common to have some questionable people around 270 00:14:49,880 --> 00:14:51,760 and it's possible 271 00:14:52,760 --> 00:14:54,199 to be bewitched by someone. 272 00:14:54,760 --> 00:14:56,280 Investigate any suspicious women 273 00:14:57,280 --> 00:14:58,839 around the Crown Prince recently. 274 00:14:59,560 --> 00:15:01,079 I want you to report everything to me, 275 00:15:01,160 --> 00:15:02,920 including where he went, what he did, 276 00:15:04,599 --> 00:15:06,079 and whom he met. 277 00:15:06,800 --> 00:15:07,719 Yes, Your Majesty. 278 00:15:07,800 --> 00:15:10,680 Young Master, we've received news from our spy. 279 00:15:10,760 --> 00:15:12,640 Xiao Su's list of recommended military officers 280 00:15:12,719 --> 00:15:14,199 for commendation is causing 281 00:15:14,280 --> 00:15:15,520 a lot of controversy. 282 00:15:18,439 --> 00:15:21,199 His Majesty replaced the generals before the Crown Prince's success 283 00:15:21,760 --> 00:15:23,360 was to suppress the noble families. 284 00:15:24,079 --> 00:15:25,640 But the Crown Prince's earlier successes 285 00:15:25,719 --> 00:15:27,560 relied on the support of these noble families. 286 00:15:28,520 --> 00:15:31,000 If they are not rewarded this time, 287 00:15:31,680 --> 00:15:34,959 their previous efforts will be in vain. 288 00:15:35,040 --> 00:15:36,719 How would they let it go easily? 289 00:15:37,360 --> 00:15:38,760 Xiao Su is still on the front lines. 290 00:15:38,839 --> 00:15:40,319 The noble families can't make a move. 291 00:15:40,400 --> 00:15:42,000 Consort Rou is favored by His Majesty. 292 00:15:42,079 --> 00:15:44,199 If they could act, they would have done so. 293 00:15:44,959 --> 00:15:47,040 The noble families will look for an easier target. 294 00:15:48,079 --> 00:15:49,760 However, His Majesty won't just stand by. 295 00:15:50,640 --> 00:15:52,839 Inform Her Highness that she needs not worry. 296 00:15:53,400 --> 00:15:55,479 Let His Majesty and the noble families fight it out. 297 00:15:56,240 --> 00:15:57,520 If the noble families win, 298 00:15:57,599 --> 00:15:59,040 they support the Crown Prince anyway, 299 00:15:59,120 --> 00:16:00,000 so it won't matter. 300 00:16:00,079 --> 00:16:01,479 If His Majesty wins, 301 00:16:02,439 --> 00:16:04,359 some of the military officers on Xiao Su's list 302 00:16:04,959 --> 00:16:06,280 are our people too. 303 00:16:07,079 --> 00:16:09,120 We'll find another way for the rest. 304 00:16:11,520 --> 00:16:13,760 Have the spy contact Qin Lin. 305 00:16:13,839 --> 00:16:15,719 If he needs anything, just tell us. 306 00:16:16,760 --> 00:16:17,920 In the court, 307 00:16:18,000 --> 00:16:20,920 I'll have Tuoba Yan secretly assist the Qin Family. 308 00:16:21,959 --> 00:16:25,079 However, this must remain a secret. 309 00:16:25,880 --> 00:16:27,400 The relationship between the Princess, 310 00:16:27,479 --> 00:16:29,319 the Crown Prince, and the Qin Family 311 00:16:30,000 --> 00:16:32,359 must appear as strained as possible. 312 00:16:32,439 --> 00:16:33,280 Yes, Young Master. 313 00:16:41,359 --> 00:16:42,280 Your Highness. 314 00:16:43,280 --> 00:16:44,359 Ms. Qin. 315 00:16:44,920 --> 00:16:47,000 You just went through the consort selection process. 316 00:16:47,079 --> 00:16:50,160 It's not appropriate to meet other women privately. 317 00:16:50,719 --> 00:16:53,280 I invited you according to the customs of the martial world 318 00:16:53,359 --> 00:16:54,719 to select a suitable sword 319 00:16:54,800 --> 00:16:56,920 as a birthday gift for my friend in the army. 320 00:16:57,000 --> 00:16:58,079 It's not a private meeting. 321 00:16:59,160 --> 00:17:00,359 Just so you know, 322 00:17:00,439 --> 00:17:02,160 swords made by Master Jiang 323 00:17:02,240 --> 00:17:03,760 are unmatched and truly exceptional. 324 00:17:03,839 --> 00:17:05,399 I waited a long time before he agreed. 325 00:17:05,480 --> 00:17:06,760 Aren't you the Crown Prince? 326 00:17:07,960 --> 00:17:10,599 How can I use my power to coerce someone for a gift? 327 00:17:13,960 --> 00:17:16,560 This is the list of military merits that His Majesty approved today. 328 00:17:17,119 --> 00:17:18,079 Please take a look. 329 00:17:19,240 --> 00:17:20,399 Take it back to the palace. 330 00:17:20,480 --> 00:17:21,720 I don't approve of it 331 00:17:22,280 --> 00:17:24,119 nor will I take responsibility for it. 332 00:17:24,680 --> 00:17:28,040 Grand Chancellor, aren't you afraid of angering His Majesty? 333 00:17:30,480 --> 00:17:32,040 It's just an official hat. 334 00:17:32,120 --> 00:17:33,560 I don't care if I lose it. 335 00:17:34,080 --> 00:17:35,040 Ask His Majesty 336 00:17:35,120 --> 00:17:36,240 if he also wants my head 337 00:17:36,320 --> 00:17:39,560 for this list. 338 00:17:44,360 --> 00:17:45,280 Mr. Shangguan, 339 00:17:45,360 --> 00:17:46,680 do you think 340 00:17:46,760 --> 00:17:48,120 the decree can't be issued 341 00:17:48,200 --> 00:17:50,200 without you? 342 00:17:56,639 --> 00:17:57,879 I wonder 343 00:17:58,520 --> 00:18:00,040 how tall your friend is. 344 00:18:01,560 --> 00:18:04,560 Just about your height. 345 00:18:07,159 --> 00:18:09,399 Is he good at offense 346 00:18:09,480 --> 00:18:10,720 or agility? 347 00:18:10,800 --> 00:18:12,639 It seems the person is skilled in both. 348 00:18:13,600 --> 00:18:14,919 Versatile indeed. 349 00:18:15,000 --> 00:18:17,080 Wouldn't that make him the greatest martial artist? 350 00:18:17,639 --> 00:18:20,399 Ms. Qin, which do you think you're good at? 351 00:18:25,960 --> 00:18:27,440 Forgive my presumptuousness. 352 00:18:28,200 --> 00:18:29,440 But you can be frank with me. 353 00:18:30,639 --> 00:18:31,720 Is this sword 354 00:18:32,800 --> 00:18:33,919 a gift for me? 355 00:18:37,080 --> 00:18:39,560 I saw your natal chart when you had the incense-making contest, 356 00:18:39,639 --> 00:18:41,120 so I know today is your birthday. 357 00:18:42,159 --> 00:18:43,480 I prepared this hastily. 358 00:18:45,639 --> 00:18:47,120 If it's not to your liking, 359 00:18:47,200 --> 00:18:49,879 I'll spare no effort to obtain it if you say the word. 360 00:18:50,600 --> 00:18:51,520 No, 361 00:18:52,879 --> 00:18:53,919 I really like it. 362 00:18:57,120 --> 00:18:58,080 It's just that 363 00:18:59,240 --> 00:19:00,879 I grew up on the frontier. 364 00:19:01,600 --> 00:19:02,760 My mother passed away early. 365 00:19:03,360 --> 00:19:05,800 My father, my brothers, and I aren't the meticulous type. 366 00:19:06,840 --> 00:19:08,240 We only know fighting and killing. 367 00:19:12,360 --> 00:19:15,280 Have you never celebrated your birthday? 368 00:19:20,040 --> 00:19:20,960 It's fine. 369 00:19:21,480 --> 00:19:22,879 There's a first time for everything. 370 00:19:22,960 --> 00:19:24,240 Birthday girl, pick a sword. 371 00:19:26,600 --> 00:19:27,639 However, 372 00:19:28,440 --> 00:19:29,840 I can't accept this for no reason. 373 00:19:30,639 --> 00:19:31,919 If you don't choose one, 374 00:19:32,000 --> 00:19:33,440 how will you defend 375 00:19:33,520 --> 00:19:35,720 against Zhilan you gifted me in future battles? 376 00:19:36,639 --> 00:19:37,639 Choose one, please. 377 00:19:38,520 --> 00:19:39,440 All right. 378 00:19:40,600 --> 00:19:41,480 Well… 379 00:19:43,919 --> 00:19:44,879 This one. 380 00:19:44,960 --> 00:19:45,800 This one? 381 00:19:48,040 --> 00:19:48,879 Here you go. 382 00:19:54,360 --> 00:19:55,280 Mr. Su, 383 00:19:56,000 --> 00:19:59,360 His Majesty and the Central Secretariat have approved this list today. 384 00:19:59,919 --> 00:20:00,760 Please take a look. 385 00:20:00,840 --> 00:20:01,760 Sure. 386 00:20:05,600 --> 00:20:06,520 Eunuch Fu, 387 00:20:07,120 --> 00:20:09,280 you're not coming at a good time today. 388 00:20:09,840 --> 00:20:10,720 You see. 389 00:20:11,560 --> 00:20:12,960 The sun is already setting. 390 00:20:13,560 --> 00:20:15,679 How about you come another day? 391 00:20:20,440 --> 00:20:21,919 This way out, please. 392 00:20:28,879 --> 00:20:31,639 Your Highness, you said one should receive gifts, eat longevity noodles, 393 00:20:31,720 --> 00:20:33,080 and watch a play on his birthday. 394 00:20:33,159 --> 00:20:35,760 Now, I've received the gift, watched the play, and had the noodles. 395 00:20:35,840 --> 00:20:38,040 -Is there anything else? -There's one more thing. 396 00:20:38,639 --> 00:20:39,520 Look. 397 00:20:56,240 --> 00:20:57,360 Zhenzhen, 398 00:20:57,440 --> 00:20:59,240 may you always be as carefree 399 00:20:59,320 --> 00:21:00,480 and happy as you are now. 400 00:21:02,280 --> 00:21:03,440 -Your Highness. -Ms. Qin. 401 00:21:04,600 --> 00:21:05,960 I know you worry about the future, 402 00:21:06,679 --> 00:21:07,919 but I want to say 403 00:21:08,440 --> 00:21:09,720 that life is like a journey 404 00:21:10,679 --> 00:21:12,040 and we are all travelers. 405 00:21:13,159 --> 00:21:14,679 Let's live in the present 406 00:21:16,560 --> 00:21:19,000 and not give up important things 407 00:21:19,960 --> 00:21:21,600 for fear of future uncertainties. 408 00:21:21,679 --> 00:21:22,679 Do you agree? 409 00:21:33,000 --> 00:21:34,480 You don't have to answer right away. 410 00:21:38,840 --> 00:21:39,919 Ms. Qin. 411 00:21:48,760 --> 00:21:50,200 This sword hasn't been named yet. 412 00:21:50,280 --> 00:21:51,560 If you've decided on a name, 413 00:21:52,480 --> 00:21:53,840 write me a letter. 414 00:21:55,639 --> 00:21:58,679 But the name I give might lack elegance. 415 00:22:00,159 --> 00:22:02,760 Whatever you name it, it will always sound delightful. 416 00:22:02,840 --> 00:22:03,760 I'll walk you home. 417 00:22:03,840 --> 00:22:04,800 No need for that. 418 00:22:06,840 --> 00:22:09,200 My grandfather said it's not peaceful in the capital lately, 419 00:22:09,280 --> 00:22:11,080 so I'll stay at Qin's Mansion temporarily 420 00:22:11,159 --> 00:22:12,679 instead of returning to Jiulu Mountain. 421 00:22:12,760 --> 00:22:14,879 It may not be a good idea for you to come. 422 00:22:16,520 --> 00:22:17,439 I see. 423 00:22:19,600 --> 00:22:20,480 Farewell. 424 00:22:21,960 --> 00:22:22,879 Ms. Qin. 425 00:22:25,120 --> 00:22:26,040 Happy birthday. 426 00:22:31,120 --> 00:22:32,760 I'll strive to become stronger 427 00:22:33,720 --> 00:22:34,679 as my sister said 428 00:22:36,879 --> 00:22:37,879 to protect you 429 00:22:38,679 --> 00:22:39,600 and her. 430 00:22:49,639 --> 00:22:50,600 Very well. 431 00:22:51,360 --> 00:22:54,280 My decree unexpectedly can't even leave the palace. 432 00:22:56,600 --> 00:22:58,240 Noble families are doomed without a doubt. 433 00:22:58,800 --> 00:23:00,000 The Crown Prince's expedition 434 00:23:00,080 --> 00:23:02,240 has cost the noble families a fortune. 435 00:23:02,320 --> 00:23:03,600 Mr. Shangguan, 436 00:23:03,679 --> 00:23:06,520 surely you're not thinking of dismissing us like this? 437 00:23:08,360 --> 00:23:09,480 Mr. Su, 438 00:23:09,560 --> 00:23:11,800 we have known each other for many years. 439 00:23:11,879 --> 00:23:13,720 Don't you understand my character by now? 440 00:23:14,360 --> 00:23:15,600 When Fu Lai came to me, 441 00:23:15,679 --> 00:23:17,879 I naturally refused this list. 442 00:23:17,960 --> 00:23:21,639 However, he later pressured Mr. Du 443 00:23:21,720 --> 00:23:22,800 into approving it. 444 00:23:24,120 --> 00:23:27,200 Today, I promise 445 00:23:28,200 --> 00:23:31,159 to give the Su Family an explanation. 446 00:23:35,360 --> 00:23:38,919 I'm not questioning you. 447 00:23:41,639 --> 00:23:44,760 However, initially at the time of the selection of Crown Princess, 448 00:23:45,320 --> 00:23:46,919 Consort Rou intervened repeatedly, 449 00:23:47,000 --> 00:23:47,919 causing much trouble. 450 00:23:48,000 --> 00:23:51,040 Now, under the guise of rewarding border soldiers, 451 00:23:51,120 --> 00:23:52,720 they are suppressing noble families 452 00:23:52,800 --> 00:23:54,360 and cultivating their own supporters. 453 00:23:54,439 --> 00:23:58,120 The intent to replace us is clear. 454 00:24:00,439 --> 00:24:01,760 I find it unsettling. 455 00:24:05,639 --> 00:24:07,240 We must set an example 456 00:24:08,159 --> 00:24:09,840 to deter others. 457 00:24:13,560 --> 00:24:15,879 There's a member of the Qin Family here, 458 00:24:15,960 --> 00:24:17,520 a prime target. 459 00:24:20,240 --> 00:24:22,480 The Qin Family is from humble origins. 460 00:24:23,480 --> 00:24:25,280 They have never drawn attention until now. 461 00:24:27,560 --> 00:24:28,399 Mr. Chen. 462 00:24:28,480 --> 00:24:29,320 QIN'S MANSION 463 00:24:29,399 --> 00:24:30,360 What brings you here? 464 00:24:30,439 --> 00:24:31,399 Mr. Qin, 465 00:24:31,480 --> 00:24:34,159 by the order of Mr. Cui Shuyun, we are here for an investigation. 466 00:24:34,240 --> 00:24:36,320 The Qin Family is involved in embezzling military funds 467 00:24:36,399 --> 00:24:37,679 and collaborating with the enemy. 468 00:24:37,760 --> 00:24:39,000 The evidence is clear. 469 00:24:41,080 --> 00:24:42,040 Mr. Chen, 470 00:24:42,919 --> 00:24:44,720 this is no joke. 471 00:24:44,800 --> 00:24:47,679 Once we investigate, the truth will be clear, Mr. Qin. 472 00:24:47,760 --> 00:24:50,399 If there's no wrongdoing, you can clear the name of your family. 473 00:24:51,000 --> 00:24:52,240 Grandfather. 474 00:24:55,439 --> 00:24:56,560 Since that's the case, 475 00:24:58,120 --> 00:24:59,040 go and investigate. 476 00:25:04,040 --> 00:25:04,960 Your Highness! 477 00:25:05,600 --> 00:25:06,919 Your Highness, there's trouble! 478 00:25:07,000 --> 00:25:09,000 The officials have surrounded the Qin Family. 479 00:25:09,080 --> 00:25:10,000 What did you say? 480 00:25:10,080 --> 00:25:11,720 They have surrounded the Qin Family. 481 00:25:11,800 --> 00:25:12,679 This is bad. 482 00:25:13,840 --> 00:25:15,919 Hurry and send some men with me. 483 00:25:16,000 --> 00:25:17,720 Your Highness, if you go there, 484 00:25:17,800 --> 00:25:18,840 it will expose 485 00:25:18,919 --> 00:25:20,320 Qin Family's relationships with you 486 00:25:20,399 --> 00:25:21,360 and the Crown Prince. 487 00:25:21,840 --> 00:25:24,000 The noble families are targeting the Qin Family. 488 00:25:24,080 --> 00:25:25,879 There's no time to worry about being exposed. 489 00:25:26,600 --> 00:25:27,639 Where's Pei Wenxuan? 490 00:25:27,720 --> 00:25:29,360 Notify him immediately. 491 00:25:29,439 --> 00:25:30,360 Also, 492 00:25:30,960 --> 00:25:32,679 hurry to the palace and inform Father. 493 00:25:33,360 --> 00:25:35,040 -Yes, Your Highness. -Help me get changed. 494 00:25:35,120 --> 00:25:36,840 Mr. Chen, we found a letter. 495 00:25:39,800 --> 00:25:41,480 It's from the Yang Family to the Qin Family. 496 00:25:41,560 --> 00:25:44,399 It says if the Qin Family feigns defeat, 497 00:25:44,480 --> 00:25:47,000 they will promise a thousand taels of gold. 498 00:25:48,760 --> 00:25:50,800 You must find those taels of gold. 499 00:25:50,879 --> 00:25:53,240 Sir, we found them in the backyard. 500 00:25:53,320 --> 00:25:54,879 The evidence is conclusive. 501 00:25:55,360 --> 00:25:57,760 Take all the members of the Qin Family away! 502 00:25:57,840 --> 00:25:58,760 Wait! 503 00:25:59,360 --> 00:26:00,720 This must be a setup. 504 00:26:00,800 --> 00:26:01,639 It's intolerable! 505 00:26:01,720 --> 00:26:02,760 Arrest them! 506 00:26:03,560 --> 00:26:05,879 Kill those who resist! 507 00:26:06,439 --> 00:26:08,159 How can you handle the case this way? 508 00:26:08,840 --> 00:26:09,679 Grandfather. 509 00:26:09,760 --> 00:26:10,919 Arrest them all! 510 00:26:12,120 --> 00:26:14,159 Get Zhenzhen out of here. 511 00:26:14,240 --> 00:26:15,800 Zhenzhen, leave now. 512 00:26:15,879 --> 00:26:17,199 -Grandfather. -Keep this safe. 513 00:26:17,280 --> 00:26:18,240 Let's leave together. 514 00:26:18,320 --> 00:26:19,280 No, go now. 515 00:26:19,360 --> 00:26:20,560 -Hurry! -Grandfather. 516 00:26:25,320 --> 00:26:27,159 -Grandfather! -Leave now! 517 00:26:27,240 --> 00:26:29,280 -I'm not leaving. -Leave now! 518 00:26:35,439 --> 00:26:36,720 -Is anyone there? -Help us! 519 00:26:36,800 --> 00:26:37,720 Help! 520 00:26:37,800 --> 00:26:39,159 -They're killing people! -Stop them. 521 00:26:39,240 --> 00:26:40,080 Is anyone there? 522 00:26:40,159 --> 00:26:41,080 -Help! -Help us! 523 00:26:41,159 --> 00:26:42,159 Who are you? 524 00:26:42,760 --> 00:26:44,280 Please save the Qin Family! 525 00:26:45,199 --> 00:26:46,879 What's the situation with the Qin Family? 526 00:26:46,960 --> 00:26:48,159 How did you get out? 527 00:26:48,240 --> 00:26:49,560 They have killed so many people. 528 00:26:49,639 --> 00:26:51,320 We took advantage of the chaos to escape. 529 00:26:51,399 --> 00:26:52,600 Please save our young lady. 530 00:26:52,679 --> 00:26:53,760 Qin Zhenzhen? 531 00:26:54,800 --> 00:26:55,639 Where is she? 532 00:26:55,720 --> 00:26:57,360 She escaped in that direction. 533 00:26:57,439 --> 00:26:59,199 Please save her. 534 00:26:59,280 --> 00:27:01,280 Yuan Feiyu, settle these ladies down 535 00:27:01,360 --> 00:27:02,679 and have the area nearby searched. 536 00:27:02,760 --> 00:27:04,159 Save anyone from the Qin Family. 537 00:27:04,240 --> 00:27:05,879 You'll follow me to find Qin Zhenzhen. 538 00:27:05,960 --> 00:27:06,879 Yes, Your Highness. 539 00:27:06,960 --> 00:27:07,840 Keep them safe. 540 00:27:07,919 --> 00:27:08,800 Follow me. 541 00:27:09,840 --> 00:27:10,720 Outrageous. 542 00:27:11,480 --> 00:27:12,760 How many lives do they have? 543 00:27:12,840 --> 00:27:14,000 Do they think I'm dead? 544 00:27:15,040 --> 00:27:16,080 Your Majesty, calm down. 545 00:27:16,639 --> 00:27:19,520 Now is not the time to confront them. 546 00:27:20,080 --> 00:27:21,360 Please issue orders immediately 547 00:27:21,840 --> 00:27:23,439 to keep the Qin Family safe first. 548 00:27:25,159 --> 00:27:27,720 The evidence currently held by the Ministry of Justice is solid. 549 00:27:28,879 --> 00:27:32,000 Their actions are in line with our laws. 550 00:27:32,080 --> 00:27:33,360 Your Majesty, 551 00:27:33,439 --> 00:27:35,520 this so-called evidence without verification 552 00:27:35,600 --> 00:27:37,720 may just be the Ministry of Justice's word alone. 553 00:27:38,919 --> 00:27:40,280 As you know, the Qin Family's case 554 00:27:40,360 --> 00:27:41,879 is about the noble families purging dissenters. 555 00:27:41,960 --> 00:27:44,040 It's a warning to you for favoring the humble classes 556 00:27:44,120 --> 00:27:46,639 and their way to take military exploits from the border soldiers. 557 00:27:47,199 --> 00:27:48,360 I know this too. 558 00:27:50,960 --> 00:27:52,000 Tell me 559 00:27:52,560 --> 00:27:55,679 what other options there are now. 560 00:27:55,760 --> 00:27:56,760 Your Majesty, 561 00:27:57,439 --> 00:27:59,600 why don't you appoint someone to represent you 562 00:27:59,679 --> 00:28:01,720 in supervising the Ministry of Justice's investigation 563 00:28:01,800 --> 00:28:03,879 to ensure the noble families don't practice favoritism? 564 00:28:03,960 --> 00:28:05,800 Then take advantage of the situation and make good use of them. 565 00:28:07,439 --> 00:28:08,280 Your Majesty, 566 00:28:08,360 --> 00:28:09,760 -I'm willing-- -Fu Lai. 567 00:28:10,800 --> 00:28:11,919 Summon Su Rongqing 568 00:28:12,720 --> 00:28:14,080 and tell him to handle this matter. 569 00:28:14,159 --> 00:28:15,240 Yes, Your Majesty. 570 00:28:18,360 --> 00:28:19,600 Let's split up and search. 571 00:28:27,840 --> 00:28:28,760 Who's there? 572 00:28:29,679 --> 00:28:30,760 Put down your swords. 573 00:28:34,760 --> 00:28:36,159 I'm here to save you. 574 00:28:36,240 --> 00:28:37,600 Why should I believe you? 575 00:28:38,080 --> 00:28:40,240 Do you remember what you said to me while making incense? 576 00:28:57,639 --> 00:28:58,679 Go and find Pei Wenxuan. 577 00:28:58,760 --> 00:29:00,040 Tell him I've saved her. 578 00:29:00,760 --> 00:29:01,919 Yes, Your Highness. 579 00:29:02,000 --> 00:29:03,000 Allow no one 580 00:29:03,080 --> 00:29:04,919 to reveal anything about what happened today. 581 00:29:05,000 --> 00:29:05,919 Yes, Your Highness. 582 00:29:09,120 --> 00:29:10,040 Come out. 583 00:29:14,280 --> 00:29:16,080 -Mother! -Your Highness, you can't go in. 584 00:29:16,159 --> 00:29:17,159 Mother! 585 00:29:17,240 --> 00:29:18,679 -Your Highness, you… -Come out! 586 00:29:20,840 --> 00:29:23,840 Do you have something to do with what happened to the Qin Family? 587 00:29:24,959 --> 00:29:26,159 Do you like that Ms. Qin-- 588 00:29:26,240 --> 00:29:27,080 Mother, 589 00:29:27,800 --> 00:29:29,159 answer me first. 590 00:29:32,199 --> 00:29:33,120 Yes… 591 00:29:35,040 --> 00:29:36,159 and no. 592 00:29:36,240 --> 00:29:37,320 What do you mean? 593 00:29:37,919 --> 00:29:40,280 Originally, the Qin Family was nothing to be concerned about. 594 00:29:40,360 --> 00:29:41,800 If you like her, 595 00:29:41,879 --> 00:29:43,120 you can just marry her. 596 00:29:43,199 --> 00:29:44,840 It's not worth my effort to do anything. 597 00:29:46,000 --> 00:29:49,679 However, she took Consort Rou's side 598 00:29:49,760 --> 00:29:51,679 to oppose the noble families. 599 00:29:53,040 --> 00:29:54,360 It's not just me 600 00:29:54,840 --> 00:29:56,360 who wants to get rid of the Qin Family. 601 00:30:00,639 --> 00:30:02,520 Tell me where Qin Zhenzhen is 602 00:30:03,080 --> 00:30:04,080 or I'll kill Qin Yun. 603 00:30:04,159 --> 00:30:05,080 Grandfather. 604 00:30:05,639 --> 00:30:06,840 Don't mind me. 605 00:30:07,320 --> 00:30:08,679 -Kill him! -Stop. 606 00:30:13,520 --> 00:30:15,199 Your Majesty has decreed 607 00:30:15,280 --> 00:30:17,520 that although there's evidence for the Qin Family's case, 608 00:30:17,600 --> 00:30:20,000 considering their contributions to the wars in the Northwest, 609 00:30:20,760 --> 00:30:22,320 the trial should be postponed. 610 00:30:22,399 --> 00:30:24,120 Unauthorized punishment is not allowed. 611 00:30:28,439 --> 00:30:31,000 -We thank His Majesty for his grace. -His Majesty for his grace. 612 00:30:32,000 --> 00:30:33,120 His Highness has ordered 613 00:30:33,199 --> 00:30:34,760 that we only need to find Ms. Qin. 614 00:30:34,840 --> 00:30:36,520 There should be no further complications. 615 00:30:36,600 --> 00:30:37,560 -Yes. -Yes. 616 00:30:39,800 --> 00:30:41,199 PRINCESS'S MANSION 617 00:30:45,439 --> 00:30:46,360 Chuan. 618 00:30:46,840 --> 00:30:47,840 Rong, 619 00:30:47,919 --> 00:30:49,679 have you seen Qin Zhenzhen at Qin's Mansion? 620 00:30:52,560 --> 00:30:53,399 No. 621 00:30:54,240 --> 00:30:55,679 We're still looking for her. 622 00:30:55,760 --> 00:30:58,439 If you have any news, please inform me immediately. 623 00:31:00,560 --> 00:31:01,639 Just calm down first. 624 00:31:03,000 --> 00:31:04,159 Come here. 625 00:31:06,840 --> 00:31:09,439 Tell me about the situation in the palace. 626 00:31:11,560 --> 00:31:13,240 Father intends to review this case, 627 00:31:13,320 --> 00:31:14,240 but… 628 00:31:16,360 --> 00:31:18,159 can you be the chief judge of this case? 629 00:31:18,639 --> 00:31:19,919 Me? 630 00:31:21,040 --> 00:31:22,560 I can't really intervene now. 631 00:31:22,639 --> 00:31:23,480 If I do, 632 00:31:23,560 --> 00:31:25,240 the noble families will retaliate. 633 00:31:25,320 --> 00:31:26,159 I'm concerned 634 00:31:26,760 --> 00:31:28,840 they might even try to depose me as the Crown Prince. 635 00:31:32,320 --> 00:31:34,439 The worse thing is that Father doesn't trust me now. 636 00:31:35,399 --> 00:31:36,560 Regarding the noble families, 637 00:31:37,320 --> 00:31:38,760 I can't be too forceful. 638 00:31:39,520 --> 00:31:40,919 Are you planning 639 00:31:41,000 --> 00:31:43,120 to take action against those involved in this case? 640 00:31:44,760 --> 00:31:47,199 But they are all Uncle Xu's people. 641 00:31:48,439 --> 00:31:49,399 Are you sure about this? 642 00:31:53,360 --> 00:31:54,240 Yes. 643 00:31:56,040 --> 00:31:57,199 Unless they dull their edges, 644 00:31:57,959 --> 00:31:59,399 rebellious swords 645 00:31:59,480 --> 00:32:00,560 should be discarded. 646 00:32:04,240 --> 00:32:07,159 Did Mother say anything to you? 647 00:32:13,080 --> 00:32:14,679 Mother secretly investigated me 648 00:32:15,639 --> 00:32:18,480 and found out about my friendship with Ms. Qin. 649 00:32:21,280 --> 00:32:22,280 She's worried 650 00:32:23,240 --> 00:32:26,000 that Qin Zhenzhen might pose a threat to Shangguan Ya's position, 651 00:32:26,919 --> 00:32:28,639 so she passed the information to Uncle Xu. 652 00:32:29,600 --> 00:32:31,399 Recently, the humble classes led by Consort Rou 653 00:32:31,480 --> 00:32:32,560 have been too aggressive. 654 00:32:32,639 --> 00:32:35,040 Uncle Xu took the Qin Family as a warning to the rest. 655 00:32:35,520 --> 00:32:37,760 The noble families aiming a person from humble backgrounds 656 00:32:37,840 --> 00:32:38,760 is no surprise at all, 657 00:32:38,840 --> 00:32:42,000 but I didn't expect they would resort to such drastic measures. 658 00:32:43,520 --> 00:32:45,480 They even accused them of treason. 659 00:32:49,760 --> 00:32:51,040 This serious crime is a warning 660 00:32:51,879 --> 00:32:54,360 from the Shangguan Family to Father 661 00:32:54,919 --> 00:32:55,919 and a warning to you 662 00:32:56,439 --> 00:32:58,280 since you refused to accept the Crown Princess. 663 00:32:58,360 --> 00:32:59,240 Rong, 664 00:33:00,719 --> 00:33:02,320 one can only have choices 665 00:33:03,159 --> 00:33:04,439 when one becomes powerful. 666 00:33:07,800 --> 00:33:10,199 Today, I want to ask you a question. 667 00:33:11,360 --> 00:33:13,760 Do you want this power or not? 668 00:33:15,760 --> 00:33:16,760 If you do, 669 00:33:17,800 --> 00:33:19,360 I'll support you with all my strength. 670 00:33:20,399 --> 00:33:23,719 How would you support me? 671 00:33:26,360 --> 00:33:28,439 Now, the Qin Family's case is a perfect opportunity. 672 00:33:29,159 --> 00:33:30,639 Father currently lacks someone, 673 00:33:30,719 --> 00:33:32,159 who's in a high enough position 674 00:33:32,240 --> 00:33:34,360 that can naturally suppress others 675 00:33:34,439 --> 00:33:36,959 and whom the noble families dare not or be able to harm, 676 00:33:37,040 --> 00:33:38,360 to help him clean up the court. 677 00:33:38,439 --> 00:33:39,719 This is your best opportunity. 678 00:33:39,800 --> 00:33:40,840 Rong, 679 00:33:41,360 --> 00:33:42,959 find a suitable reason 680 00:33:43,040 --> 00:33:44,520 to pledge loyalty to Father. 681 00:33:44,600 --> 00:33:47,000 Use this opportunity to establish your own squad of guards 682 00:33:47,080 --> 00:33:49,240 under the pretext of thoroughly investigating this case. 683 00:33:49,879 --> 00:33:51,520 It will be directly under Father's command 684 00:33:51,600 --> 00:33:53,360 rather than under the jurisdiction of the Three Departments. 685 00:33:53,439 --> 00:33:57,040 It would act independently without any supervision by the court 686 00:33:57,120 --> 00:33:59,199 with the power over life and death. 687 00:34:03,199 --> 00:34:05,679 I have just discussed this with Mr. Pei. 688 00:34:06,280 --> 00:34:08,639 It can be named the Inspectorate Office. 689 00:34:12,799 --> 00:34:13,639 Inspectorate Office? 690 00:34:13,719 --> 00:34:14,600 Yes. 691 00:34:15,600 --> 00:34:16,960 If you establish this office, 692 00:34:17,040 --> 00:34:19,360 I can stop the noble families from giving you a hard time. 693 00:34:19,440 --> 00:34:20,719 They won't dare to harm you. 694 00:34:21,279 --> 00:34:22,199 Rong, 695 00:34:23,319 --> 00:34:25,920 you are the best candidate to investigate the Qin Family's case. 696 00:34:26,000 --> 00:34:27,159 You can speak to Father now. 697 00:34:27,239 --> 00:34:28,080 He will agree to it. 698 00:34:28,159 --> 00:34:29,639 However, in the future, 699 00:34:30,600 --> 00:34:32,360 everyone will want to get rid of the office. 700 00:34:32,440 --> 00:34:33,480 This matter… 701 00:34:35,159 --> 00:34:36,440 is too sudden. 702 00:34:40,159 --> 00:34:41,040 Indeed, 703 00:34:42,360 --> 00:34:44,239 it's very risky. 704 00:34:44,839 --> 00:34:47,159 I have to return to prepare for tomorrow's morning audience. 705 00:34:47,719 --> 00:34:48,839 Rong, get some rest. 706 00:34:49,920 --> 00:34:50,839 I'll take my leave now. 707 00:34:58,560 --> 00:34:59,520 Chuan. 708 00:35:02,480 --> 00:35:03,839 Why are you suddenly asking me 709 00:35:04,319 --> 00:35:05,480 to establish this office? 710 00:35:08,120 --> 00:35:09,360 I understand Father. 711 00:35:11,000 --> 00:35:12,680 I know what he wants. 712 00:35:16,200 --> 00:35:17,360 I've been striving 713 00:35:18,360 --> 00:35:19,920 to become the Crown Prince 714 00:35:20,000 --> 00:35:21,600 Mother and you want me to become. 715 00:35:22,240 --> 00:35:23,360 However, 716 00:35:24,160 --> 00:35:25,240 I find I can't do it. 717 00:35:26,120 --> 00:35:27,759 I can't protect anyone. 718 00:35:29,360 --> 00:35:30,680 It used to be you. 719 00:35:30,759 --> 00:35:32,440 Now, it's Ms. Qin. 720 00:35:33,520 --> 00:35:35,080 They've pushed me this far. 721 00:35:35,720 --> 00:35:36,720 I can't bear it. 722 00:35:37,600 --> 00:35:40,000 Qin Lin went to the front line at my invitation. 723 00:35:40,080 --> 00:35:42,240 Ms. Qin and I are also close friends. 724 00:35:42,319 --> 00:35:44,279 I've failed the entire Qin Family. 725 00:35:48,920 --> 00:35:50,000 I'll personally 726 00:35:51,200 --> 00:35:52,759 take revenge. 727 00:36:06,600 --> 00:36:07,480 You're back. 728 00:36:12,520 --> 00:36:15,440 They did meet again. 729 00:36:16,160 --> 00:36:17,799 Their feelings for each other are strong 730 00:36:18,360 --> 00:36:20,560 and they fell for each other earlier than we thought. 731 00:36:24,839 --> 00:36:25,839 Your Highness. 732 00:36:28,279 --> 00:36:29,640 Why did you come out? 733 00:36:32,720 --> 00:36:34,839 I'm willing to go through all obstacles for you. 734 00:36:34,920 --> 00:36:35,880 I beg you 735 00:36:37,400 --> 00:36:38,839 to establish the Inspectorate Office. 736 00:36:46,759 --> 00:36:48,560 You heard what Chuan said? 737 00:36:55,799 --> 00:36:57,440 You said you'd go through all obstacles. 738 00:36:58,240 --> 00:36:59,319 What can you do for me? 739 00:37:00,359 --> 00:37:01,440 If you're willing, 740 00:37:02,520 --> 00:37:04,600 Qin Zhenzhen can disappear from this world. 741 00:37:04,680 --> 00:37:05,839 Qin Zhenzhen. 742 00:37:07,720 --> 00:37:09,240 I won't make such a decision 743 00:37:09,839 --> 00:37:11,240 for you alone. 744 00:37:11,319 --> 00:37:13,359 Your Highness, you saved my life. 745 00:37:14,240 --> 00:37:16,279 You can ignore this favor, 746 00:37:16,359 --> 00:37:17,560 but I can't. 747 00:37:18,200 --> 00:37:20,600 I'm willing to be your and His Highness's sword. 748 00:37:20,680 --> 00:37:21,920 Wherever you point, 749 00:37:22,000 --> 00:37:23,920 that's where I'll unsheathe my sword. 750 00:37:26,759 --> 00:37:27,880 Get up first. 751 00:37:32,839 --> 00:37:33,720 I'll think 752 00:37:34,359 --> 00:37:35,319 about this matter again. 753 00:37:37,120 --> 00:37:38,359 You should go and get more rest. 754 00:37:39,359 --> 00:37:40,240 Your Highness. 755 00:37:41,080 --> 00:37:41,960 Ms. Qin, 756 00:37:42,920 --> 00:37:43,839 don't worry. 757 00:37:44,759 --> 00:37:46,480 His Highness and Her Highness 758 00:37:47,040 --> 00:37:49,839 will definitely seek justice for the Qin Family. 759 00:37:57,720 --> 00:37:58,839 What were you talking about? 760 00:38:00,000 --> 00:38:02,120 I was comforting Ms. Qin on your behalf. 761 00:38:06,160 --> 00:38:08,200 All right. Let's talk about the matter at hand. 762 00:38:08,279 --> 00:38:10,400 Why did you mention the Inspectorate Office to Chuan? 763 00:38:10,480 --> 00:38:11,799 This darned organization 764 00:38:11,880 --> 00:38:13,480 caused him so much trouble later on. 765 00:38:14,240 --> 00:38:15,560 His deposition back then 766 00:38:15,640 --> 00:38:17,480 was due to many cases uncovered by the office. 767 00:38:17,560 --> 00:38:18,520 Why did you bring it up? 768 00:38:18,600 --> 00:38:21,000 It's precisely because I know this that I brought it up. 769 00:38:21,960 --> 00:38:23,720 Instead of letting His Majesty establish it 770 00:38:23,799 --> 00:38:24,920 and we accept it passively, 771 00:38:25,000 --> 00:38:26,160 why not take the initiative? 772 00:38:26,240 --> 00:38:28,640 I'm giving you a chance to choose. 773 00:38:30,319 --> 00:38:31,839 Is this really giving me a choice? 774 00:38:31,920 --> 00:38:33,880 If you already said that, do I still have a choice? 775 00:38:33,960 --> 00:38:35,000 Of course you do. 776 00:38:35,080 --> 00:38:36,920 You can give up power and not set up the office. 777 00:38:37,000 --> 00:38:40,040 You can even ignore His Highness. 778 00:38:42,080 --> 00:38:44,720 This way, you'll still be my wife 779 00:38:45,680 --> 00:38:47,440 and Princess Pingyue. 780 00:38:47,520 --> 00:38:50,720 I find you won't be at a disadvantage anywhere. 781 00:38:51,279 --> 00:38:53,040 You're planning everything perfectly. 782 00:38:53,120 --> 00:38:54,880 Your Highness, you're flattering me. 783 00:38:55,920 --> 00:38:57,279 Speaking of which, 784 00:38:57,359 --> 00:38:58,680 if we have power, 785 00:38:58,759 --> 00:39:00,640 we can protect people like the Qin Family 786 00:39:00,720 --> 00:39:02,759 who are devoted to their country and have clean hands. 787 00:39:02,839 --> 00:39:04,319 We can also protect His Highness. 788 00:39:05,560 --> 00:39:06,480 However, 789 00:39:07,040 --> 00:39:09,359 the Inspectorate Office is directly commanded by His Majesty. 790 00:39:09,440 --> 00:39:12,200 Once established, it will offend the Chancellors and the Six Ministries. 791 00:39:13,480 --> 00:39:14,960 What happened to the Qin Family today 792 00:39:15,040 --> 00:39:17,279 could happen to you in the future. 793 00:39:17,359 --> 00:39:18,600 Your Highness, 794 00:39:18,680 --> 00:39:20,359 you need to think carefully about this. 795 00:39:24,520 --> 00:39:25,440 Your Highness. 796 00:39:26,440 --> 00:39:27,279 Your Highness. 797 00:39:27,359 --> 00:39:28,640 What did you say 798 00:39:29,440 --> 00:39:31,839 about me having nothing again? 799 00:39:33,279 --> 00:39:35,400 I'm still your wife? 800 00:39:38,240 --> 00:39:39,319 Did I say that? 801 00:39:43,240 --> 00:39:44,680 You will know when the time comes. 802 00:39:46,200 --> 00:39:47,120 The cost is too high. 803 00:39:47,200 --> 00:39:48,920 I think it's better to know nothing about it. 804 00:39:54,680 --> 00:39:56,240 Are you going to attend the court soon? 805 00:39:56,799 --> 00:39:57,839 Go and get changed. 806 00:39:57,920 --> 00:39:58,920 I… 807 00:39:59,520 --> 00:40:00,480 I need to think it over. 808 00:40:02,359 --> 00:40:03,200 Your Highness. 809 00:40:08,319 --> 00:40:09,560 As your husband, 810 00:40:10,680 --> 00:40:12,680 no one can do anything to you 811 00:40:13,319 --> 00:40:16,440 unless they step over my dead body. 812 00:40:18,040 --> 00:40:19,440 As your ally, 813 00:40:19,520 --> 00:40:21,120 I'll stand in front of you 814 00:40:21,200 --> 00:40:22,759 even if everyone wants to kill you. 815 00:40:26,720 --> 00:40:27,600 So… 816 00:40:28,560 --> 00:40:30,759 whether we are a couple or allies, 817 00:40:30,839 --> 00:40:32,560 our fates have long been tied together. 818 00:40:34,080 --> 00:40:36,640 Just choose a path you like. 819 00:40:54,279 --> 00:40:56,720 Whether we are a couple or allies, 820 00:40:56,799 --> 00:40:58,359 our fates have long been tied together. 821 00:40:59,839 --> 00:41:02,440 Just choose a path you like. 822 00:41:03,440 --> 00:41:04,880 Are Pei Wenxuan and I 823 00:41:05,880 --> 00:41:08,359 just using each other? 824 00:41:17,600 --> 00:41:18,440 A person 825 00:41:19,319 --> 00:41:22,720 doesn't change easily. 826 00:41:24,680 --> 00:41:26,080 You should know this. 827 00:41:27,359 --> 00:41:29,799 Those thoughts and those words 828 00:41:29,880 --> 00:41:31,640 only represent him in the past. 829 00:41:34,000 --> 00:41:35,319 Certain times 830 00:41:36,680 --> 00:41:38,240 are simply not recoverable. 831 00:41:39,200 --> 00:41:40,480 That may be true, 832 00:41:42,000 --> 00:41:43,880 but he was so sincere back then. 833 00:41:44,600 --> 00:41:47,560 What if he really has fallen in love with me? 834 00:41:47,640 --> 00:41:50,240 It's not about whether he has fallen for you. 835 00:41:51,040 --> 00:41:52,680 What matters is 836 00:41:53,200 --> 00:41:54,759 if you want to live through it again. 837 00:41:57,480 --> 00:41:58,359 Besides, 838 00:41:59,880 --> 00:42:01,839 have you truly let go of Su Rongqing? 839 00:42:05,240 --> 00:42:07,120 You'd lived together for nearly 20 years. 840 00:42:10,200 --> 00:42:11,680 I've thought about this too. 841 00:42:12,720 --> 00:42:14,319 However, now, 842 00:42:15,120 --> 00:42:16,480 I find Su Rongqing 843 00:42:17,319 --> 00:42:18,920 a person I feel sorry for. 844 00:42:19,759 --> 00:42:21,040 Now, I'm here. 845 00:42:21,120 --> 00:42:22,560 I'm just glad 846 00:42:23,359 --> 00:42:24,440 to see him safe. 847 00:42:26,240 --> 00:42:27,319 I… 848 00:42:28,759 --> 00:42:32,520 don't feel uncomfortable or troubled by him. 849 00:42:34,640 --> 00:42:36,960 Regarding my relationship with Pei Wenxuan, 850 00:42:39,480 --> 00:42:41,480 when memories from two lifetimes overlap each other… 851 00:42:47,680 --> 00:42:49,200 I suddenly don't know 852 00:42:50,480 --> 00:42:52,160 how I should see him. 853 00:43:01,080 --> 00:43:02,359 As a person who's in the palace, 854 00:43:02,440 --> 00:43:03,960 when entangled in emotions, 855 00:43:05,560 --> 00:43:06,720 the only one who gets hurt 856 00:43:08,319 --> 00:43:09,480 is you. 857 00:43:10,680 --> 00:43:11,880 Not crossing the line 858 00:43:13,319 --> 00:43:15,120 would be the best protection for yourself. 859 00:43:19,960 --> 00:43:20,880 Right. 860 00:43:25,839 --> 00:43:27,080 Without power, 861 00:43:28,359 --> 00:43:29,839 how can you protect yourself 862 00:43:30,759 --> 00:43:32,160 and those around you? 863 00:43:33,120 --> 00:43:34,759 Keep those thoughts to yourself. 864 00:43:35,960 --> 00:43:38,960 Just be his ally and fight side by side. 865 00:43:40,640 --> 00:43:41,480 Right now, 866 00:43:42,319 --> 00:43:44,960 your top priority is to gain a foothold in the court. 867 00:43:46,359 --> 00:43:49,640 Don't give others any chance to find any weaknesses to use against you. 868 00:43:51,359 --> 00:43:56,359 It's better for both of you.