1 00:00:09,080 --> 00:00:10,450 If that's what you've decided, 2 00:00:12,240 --> 00:00:13,600 I'll support you. 3 00:00:14,640 --> 00:00:15,960 Your mother used to say 4 00:00:16,840 --> 00:00:18,880 that there's no right or wrong choice in love, 5 00:00:19,680 --> 00:00:21,220 as long as it's from the heart 6 00:00:21,560 --> 00:00:22,560 and without regret. 7 00:00:23,130 --> 00:00:24,490 She would have supported you, 8 00:00:25,840 --> 00:00:28,600 just as she never regretted marrying your father. 9 00:00:29,840 --> 00:00:31,400 If Gu Qiu's spirit could see 10 00:00:31,760 --> 00:00:33,970 that you've found someone you're happy with, 11 00:00:34,560 --> 00:00:36,210 she'd surely be even happier than I am. 12 00:00:37,280 --> 00:00:38,280 Thanks to her blessings, 13 00:00:39,000 --> 00:00:41,850 my career has been smooth sailing all these years. 14 00:00:42,360 --> 00:00:45,560 I've prepared twelve carriages of gold and silver as your dowry. 15 00:00:45,960 --> 00:00:47,210 I won't let you be embarrassed. 16 00:00:47,600 --> 00:00:50,120 Uncle, I already have more than enough dowry. 17 00:00:50,560 --> 00:00:52,840 Life in Diannan is hard, and being an official there is even harder. 18 00:00:52,920 --> 00:00:55,000 You should save this gold and silver for Zhang Ru. 19 00:00:55,090 --> 00:00:56,560 What I've prepared for you is yours. 20 00:00:56,680 --> 00:00:58,510 I've made separate arrangements for Ru. 21 00:00:58,760 --> 00:01:00,480 Everything is taken care of. 22 00:01:00,780 --> 00:01:04,560 I've bought a four-room residence facing south in the capital. 23 00:01:05,040 --> 00:01:07,500 Once I retire, I'll come back and reunite my family 24 00:01:10,720 --> 00:01:11,720 Father! 25 00:01:12,360 --> 00:01:13,360 Ru! 26 00:01:13,960 --> 00:01:14,960 -Ru... -You're back! 27 00:01:18,080 --> 00:01:19,800 Shou Gu is getting married, 28 00:01:20,039 --> 00:01:21,880 why haven't you found a husband yet? 29 00:01:22,200 --> 00:01:23,560 If you keep delaying, 30 00:01:23,840 --> 00:01:25,800 you'll become an old maid. 31 00:01:25,920 --> 00:01:27,720 Come back to Diannan with me, I'll find you a husband. 32 00:01:28,200 --> 00:01:29,600 If we keep looking, I'll only end up 33 00:01:29,680 --> 00:01:31,370 with more guy friends all over the world. 34 00:01:31,480 --> 00:01:33,000 You're retiring soon. 35 00:01:33,080 --> 00:01:35,720 Let's wait until you're back. Alright? 36 00:01:36,400 --> 00:01:37,400 What's wrong? 37 00:01:38,120 --> 00:01:39,120 What's wrong? 38 00:01:39,900 --> 00:01:42,180 Thanks to your cousin-in-law's men. 39 00:01:43,120 --> 00:01:47,080 They said they were worried about bad guys threatening the estate 40 00:01:47,180 --> 00:01:49,100 and mistook me for one. 41 00:01:49,180 --> 00:01:50,860 Tell me, do I look like a bad person? 42 00:01:52,360 --> 00:01:53,360 A little. 43 00:01:54,330 --> 00:01:56,450 -That's hurtful. -Easy, easy! 44 00:01:56,530 --> 00:01:58,360 -My arm. -Where are you hurt? 45 00:01:58,440 --> 00:01:59,440 Everywhere. 46 00:01:59,690 --> 00:02:00,690 Here, and here! 47 00:02:01,440 --> 00:02:03,560 Uncle was just a minor official in his previous life, 48 00:02:03,650 --> 00:02:05,300 constantly suppressed and ostracized. 49 00:02:05,600 --> 00:02:08,759 When I got married, he couldn't even take time off to attend the wedding. 50 00:02:09,919 --> 00:02:11,320 But now, his career is flourishing, 51 00:02:11,760 --> 00:02:13,300 and he's reunited with his daughter. 52 00:02:13,760 --> 00:02:14,760 Good for him. 53 00:02:28,760 --> 00:02:29,760 My Lord. 54 00:02:30,280 --> 00:02:31,280 How is it going? 55 00:02:31,480 --> 00:02:33,079 We've searched the entire eastern and western hills, 56 00:02:33,170 --> 00:02:34,770 but we haven't found anything. 57 00:02:34,920 --> 00:02:36,120 This area has been flooded several times. 58 00:02:36,200 --> 00:02:39,040 Even if it wasn't washed away, it would have been moved long ago. 59 00:02:39,120 --> 00:02:41,950 Trying to find it overnight is like looking for a needle in a haystack. 60 00:02:42,760 --> 00:02:43,760 Keep digging. 61 00:02:44,160 --> 00:02:45,160 Yes, My Lord. 62 00:02:45,400 --> 00:02:47,360 My Lord, maybe we should give up. 63 00:02:47,520 --> 00:02:48,680 It's about to rain. 64 00:02:49,000 --> 00:02:51,000 There's still so much to prepare for the wedding. 65 00:02:51,350 --> 00:02:55,400 Besides, Young Lady Zhao herself said it wasn't a big deal. 66 00:02:58,720 --> 00:03:01,240 Even though I couldn't see her face, I could hear it in her voice, 67 00:03:01,320 --> 00:03:03,840 when she said it wasn't a big deal, it was anything but. 68 00:03:04,980 --> 00:03:06,540 I don't want her to have any regrets. 69 00:03:18,480 --> 00:03:19,480 What's this? 70 00:03:22,640 --> 00:03:23,840 It's padding for a wine jar. 71 00:03:24,270 --> 00:03:25,270 Someone has found it. 72 00:03:28,400 --> 00:03:29,400 Lu Ming, 73 00:03:29,570 --> 00:03:31,740 find out who was in charge of this military farmland. 74 00:04:52,200 --> 00:04:55,560 (Blossom) 75 00:04:56,200 --> 00:04:58,430 (Episode 19) 76 00:04:59,360 --> 00:05:01,120 No, to the right. 77 00:05:01,840 --> 00:05:03,240 Center the flower. 78 00:05:03,360 --> 00:05:04,360 Got it. 79 00:05:05,880 --> 00:05:07,120 That's more like it. 80 00:05:14,320 --> 00:05:16,340 A bad guy really sneaked in. 81 00:05:19,080 --> 00:05:20,120 You two, come down. 82 00:05:31,560 --> 00:05:32,800 Does he look like a bad guy? 83 00:05:33,040 --> 00:05:34,960 -He does. -A really bad one. 84 00:05:35,120 --> 00:05:36,360 On the count of three, 85 00:05:36,800 --> 00:05:37,800 let's go together. 86 00:05:39,159 --> 00:05:40,159 Three! 87 00:05:45,120 --> 00:05:46,120 Where is he? 88 00:05:57,640 --> 00:05:58,960 Why did you attack me? 89 00:06:00,680 --> 00:06:02,720 I should be asking you that. 90 00:06:03,080 --> 00:06:07,280 What are you doing sneaking around this residence? 91 00:06:08,160 --> 00:06:09,160 Who are you? 92 00:06:09,600 --> 00:06:10,640 I'm Zhao Zhang Ru, 93 00:06:11,160 --> 00:06:12,960 Dou Zhao's cousin. Who are you? 94 00:06:15,720 --> 00:06:16,720 I'm sorry. 95 00:06:17,200 --> 00:06:18,810 I didn't know you were Young Lady Zhao. 96 00:06:19,120 --> 00:06:20,120 In that case, 97 00:06:20,520 --> 00:06:23,080 please pass this on to the newlyweds. 98 00:06:23,320 --> 00:06:24,640 Just say it's from Chen Jia. 99 00:06:25,400 --> 00:06:27,560 I wish His and Her Ladyships 100 00:06:27,810 --> 00:06:30,050 a long and happy marriage, and many children. 101 00:06:37,480 --> 00:06:38,480 Weirdo. 102 00:06:42,360 --> 00:06:44,520 Young Lady Zhao, what happened here? 103 00:06:45,430 --> 00:06:47,150 Some shady guy attacked me, 104 00:06:47,330 --> 00:06:49,310 then turned around and gave Shou Gu a gift. 105 00:06:49,440 --> 00:06:51,120 He's so weird and nonsensical. 106 00:06:51,200 --> 00:06:52,510 He said his name was Chen Jia. 107 00:06:52,720 --> 00:06:53,720 Chen Jia? 108 00:06:53,960 --> 00:06:55,040 Commander Chen was here? 109 00:06:55,840 --> 00:06:57,200 He's one of the Jiying Guards? 110 00:06:57,310 --> 00:06:59,490 No wonder he had to be so sneaky even giving a gift. 111 00:07:02,800 --> 00:07:03,800 Strange. 112 00:07:03,960 --> 00:07:05,770 Why would he gift a smashed jade pomegranate? 113 00:07:05,850 --> 00:07:08,010 Exactly, he's so weird. 114 00:07:15,240 --> 00:07:16,470 I'm the one who smashed it. 115 00:07:18,480 --> 00:07:20,480 (Cui's Residence) 116 00:07:23,480 --> 00:07:24,480 What's going on? 117 00:07:24,910 --> 00:07:26,160 The auspicious hour has passed, 118 00:07:26,240 --> 00:07:28,210 but the wedding procession still hasn't arrived. 119 00:07:28,700 --> 00:07:29,890 Let's wait a little longer. 120 00:07:44,550 --> 00:07:45,990 Any sign of them? Are they here? 121 00:07:47,240 --> 00:07:49,000 I've sent a servant two miles out to check. 122 00:07:49,090 --> 00:07:50,790 There's no sign of the wedding procession. 123 00:07:51,720 --> 00:07:53,120 We can't be this unlucky, can we? 124 00:07:53,600 --> 00:07:54,840 It was a bride swap last time, 125 00:07:55,600 --> 00:07:57,409 don't tell me this time it's runaway groom? 126 00:08:01,280 --> 00:08:02,800 And you're still in the mood to eat? 127 00:08:02,920 --> 00:08:03,960 Figure something out! 128 00:08:04,800 --> 00:08:06,240 Until the sky falls, 129 00:08:06,760 --> 00:08:07,960 you still need to eat. 130 00:08:08,720 --> 00:08:10,600 Besides, His Lordship isn't that kind of person. 131 00:08:11,040 --> 00:08:12,680 Something must have held him up. 132 00:08:18,130 --> 00:08:19,650 My Lord! 133 00:08:22,000 --> 00:08:23,000 My Lord! 134 00:08:23,080 --> 00:08:24,440 This is urgent. Let me through. 135 00:08:25,040 --> 00:08:26,040 My Lord! 136 00:08:26,400 --> 00:08:28,640 -I'm sorry! -This isn't proper. 137 00:08:28,720 --> 00:08:30,080 Please stop, My Lord! 138 00:08:30,160 --> 00:08:32,840 Song Mo, barging in like this is against propriety. 139 00:08:32,919 --> 00:08:35,150 Lord Zhao, I have something important to tell Shou Gu. 140 00:08:35,760 --> 00:08:36,980 The wedding procession will be here soon. 141 00:08:37,039 --> 00:08:38,280 You've missed the auspicious hour, 142 00:08:38,360 --> 00:08:40,600 and now you're breaking tradition by forcing your way in? 143 00:08:40,679 --> 00:08:41,679 I'm sorry about this. 144 00:08:43,000 --> 00:08:44,120 Such disrespect! 145 00:08:44,760 --> 00:08:45,760 Stop him! 146 00:08:45,840 --> 00:08:47,480 You can't go in! Come back! 147 00:08:48,630 --> 00:08:50,100 Give him another quarter of an hour. 148 00:08:50,840 --> 00:08:52,090 If he still doesn't show up... 149 00:08:54,650 --> 00:08:55,650 I'll go find him myself. 150 00:08:56,880 --> 00:08:58,440 You're going to find him? 151 00:09:01,640 --> 00:09:02,640 May I come in? 152 00:09:03,440 --> 00:09:05,480 -Dou Zhao? -No, absolutely not! 153 00:09:05,760 --> 00:09:07,440 What groom barges into the bride's room? 154 00:09:07,520 --> 00:09:08,520 It's against tradition! 155 00:09:08,600 --> 00:09:10,040 You're an hour late. 156 00:09:10,120 --> 00:09:11,800 You swore you'd marry our young lady. 157 00:09:11,880 --> 00:09:13,280 -Why did you disrespect her? -Song Mo, you have to go! 158 00:09:13,360 --> 00:09:15,320 Dou Zhao, trust me, just crack the door open a little. 159 00:09:15,400 --> 00:09:17,640 -You cannot go in. -I won't go in, and I won't look 160 00:09:17,720 --> 00:09:19,040 What are you doing, Yan Tang? 161 00:09:19,120 --> 00:09:20,440 -Song Mo! -This is bad luck! 162 00:09:20,520 --> 00:09:22,400 -Dou Zhao, give me your hand. -Song Mo! 163 00:09:22,840 --> 00:09:23,960 -Listen to me! -Dou Zhao! 164 00:09:24,400 --> 00:09:25,960 -My Lord! -Dou Zhao! 165 00:09:26,040 --> 00:09:27,760 Song Mo, get out! 166 00:09:28,660 --> 00:09:30,680 -This is bad luck! -My Lord! 167 00:09:31,320 --> 00:09:32,480 You cannot go in! 168 00:09:32,960 --> 00:09:34,800 Yes, please listen, My Lord. 169 00:09:35,720 --> 00:09:36,760 You can't come in. 170 00:09:37,800 --> 00:09:38,960 How did you hurt your hand? 171 00:09:39,120 --> 00:09:40,120 It's nothing. 172 00:09:40,320 --> 00:09:41,320 Just give me your hand. 173 00:09:42,560 --> 00:09:44,600 It's hurt badly. This isn't nothing. 174 00:10:02,040 --> 00:10:03,120 How did you find it? 175 00:10:03,680 --> 00:10:06,560 -Dou Qi, hand over the bracelet! -What bracelet? 176 00:10:06,700 --> 00:10:08,860 We've found the jar of Nuerhong in your house. 177 00:10:09,440 --> 00:10:10,600 Now hand over the bracelet. 178 00:10:11,320 --> 00:10:13,380 Something dug up in the wilderness 179 00:10:13,920 --> 00:10:15,790 -belongs to whoever finds it. -Give it to me! 180 00:10:21,960 --> 00:10:23,160 You want the bracelet, huh? 181 00:10:23,800 --> 00:10:25,870 I'd rather burn it as firewood than give it to you! 182 00:10:34,080 --> 00:10:36,190 Now that the bracelet and the wine have been found, 183 00:10:36,400 --> 00:10:37,690 you can put your mind at ease. 184 00:10:38,320 --> 00:10:40,250 I'm sorry that I barged in and broke the rules. 185 00:10:40,600 --> 00:10:42,270 The wedding procession will arrive soon. 186 00:10:42,520 --> 00:10:43,800 I'll step out and wait. 187 00:10:45,680 --> 00:10:46,680 Wait. 188 00:10:59,960 --> 00:11:01,950 Your wound will fester if you don't treat it soon. 189 00:11:02,030 --> 00:11:04,640 I can't feel at ease going through the wedding ceremony like this. 190 00:11:10,000 --> 00:11:11,000 Go about your business. 191 00:11:21,960 --> 00:11:23,600 Hold on. This might hurt a little. 192 00:11:26,600 --> 00:11:29,040 Two perfect jade bracelets, 193 00:11:29,840 --> 00:11:32,400 just like two hearts perfectly matched. 194 00:11:33,430 --> 00:11:36,470 I can tell Yan Tang really loves her. 195 00:11:36,680 --> 00:11:38,530 The grudges of the previous generation 196 00:11:38,800 --> 00:11:40,240 are long past. 197 00:11:40,950 --> 00:11:43,870 What matters now is that 198 00:11:44,740 --> 00:11:46,110 they find happiness together. 199 00:12:00,120 --> 00:12:01,120 Chop chop! 200 00:12:03,240 --> 00:12:05,400 Our groom has brought plenty of gifts! 201 00:12:05,520 --> 00:12:06,520 Move them all inside! 202 00:12:07,440 --> 00:12:08,440 Hurry up now! 203 00:12:09,080 --> 00:12:10,650 We don't want to delay the wedding! 204 00:12:15,800 --> 00:12:18,920 Dou Zhao, the fourth daughter of the Dou family of Beilou, 205 00:12:19,760 --> 00:12:21,960 is to marry into the Song family today. 206 00:12:22,520 --> 00:12:24,240 Such a moment is bittersweet. 207 00:12:32,680 --> 00:12:34,540 By the command of His Majesty and my father, 208 00:12:34,700 --> 00:12:35,890 I humbly accept this union 209 00:12:36,000 --> 00:12:37,000 and pledge to honor it. 210 00:12:37,520 --> 00:12:38,880 As you join your new family, 211 00:12:39,240 --> 00:12:41,280 never forget to uphold reverence and propriety. 212 00:12:41,400 --> 00:12:43,120 Remain mindful of your duties, 213 00:12:43,960 --> 00:12:45,480 and never stray from your obligations. 214 00:12:57,480 --> 00:13:00,760 These are my savings from all these years. 215 00:13:02,000 --> 00:13:03,000 Don't worry, 216 00:13:03,320 --> 00:13:05,120 I've prepared some for Ming as well. 217 00:13:06,760 --> 00:13:07,760 I know 218 00:13:08,400 --> 00:13:10,800 you've endured far too many hardships over the years. 219 00:13:10,930 --> 00:13:12,690 I sold a few shops under my name 220 00:13:13,240 --> 00:13:14,280 to add to your dowry 221 00:13:15,480 --> 00:13:16,480 Father... 222 00:13:19,150 --> 00:13:20,150 Song Yan Tang, 223 00:13:21,020 --> 00:13:22,300 if you treat her well, 224 00:13:23,200 --> 00:13:26,480 both the Dou and Cui families stand behind you. 225 00:13:27,080 --> 00:13:28,680 If you dare to mistreat her, 226 00:13:28,880 --> 00:13:30,560 we won't let you off easily. 227 00:13:30,760 --> 00:13:32,400 I will keep that in mind 228 00:13:32,640 --> 00:13:33,800 and honor my promise to her. 229 00:13:39,920 --> 00:13:42,640 With her stepmother's bullying and her uncle's oppressive behavior, 230 00:13:43,280 --> 00:13:44,280 it's nice to see 231 00:13:44,880 --> 00:13:47,400 that there are people who really care for her in this family. 232 00:14:58,840 --> 00:14:59,840 With all this grandeur, 233 00:15:00,220 --> 00:15:01,460 Dou Zhao must be over the moon. 234 00:15:02,120 --> 00:15:05,320 Dou Shi Ying has emptied his coffers for her. 235 00:15:06,040 --> 00:15:07,440 With such blatant favoritism, 236 00:15:07,840 --> 00:15:10,680 how is Ming supposed to hold her head high in her husband's household? 237 00:15:19,680 --> 00:15:20,960 Is the letter delivered? 238 00:15:21,280 --> 00:15:22,480 It's been delivered 239 00:15:22,720 --> 00:15:24,770 to the Duke of Ying's Residence as you instructed. 240 00:15:26,000 --> 00:15:27,000 That place 241 00:15:27,240 --> 00:15:28,520 may seem glamorous and wealthy, 242 00:15:29,280 --> 00:15:31,840 but it's really a den of vipers. 243 00:15:32,240 --> 00:15:34,480 Both father and son have blood on their hands. 244 00:15:34,960 --> 00:15:37,120 Her life there won't be easy. 245 00:15:37,960 --> 00:15:40,400 Her father-in-law is even more ruthless than I am. 246 00:15:41,080 --> 00:15:44,000 I wonder if her father-in-law will even let her in that door. 247 00:15:45,000 --> 00:15:48,160 "Zhao grew up on the country estate. 248 00:15:48,320 --> 00:15:49,640 She lacked proper guidance 249 00:15:50,240 --> 00:15:51,440 and discipline. 250 00:15:52,200 --> 00:15:54,440 While she may appear obedient, 251 00:15:54,930 --> 00:15:57,130 her actions are impulsive and unrefined. 252 00:15:57,590 --> 00:15:59,830 I hope you will forgive her shortcomings 253 00:16:00,200 --> 00:16:02,720 and guide her well in the future." 254 00:16:06,080 --> 00:16:09,080 Wang Ying Xue sounds sincere, 255 00:16:09,190 --> 00:16:10,550 but what she's really saying is 256 00:16:10,900 --> 00:16:13,390 that Dou Zhao is an uncouth, conniving woman, 257 00:16:13,520 --> 00:16:15,800 a typical troublemaker in the household. 258 00:16:16,240 --> 00:16:18,680 It's not just her stepmother who dislikes her. 259 00:16:18,830 --> 00:16:21,030 I asked around. 260 00:16:21,560 --> 00:16:23,040 Even the neighborhood children 261 00:16:23,240 --> 00:16:24,840 say Young Lady Zhao would 262 00:16:25,050 --> 00:16:27,690 snatch their kites from them. 263 00:16:27,960 --> 00:16:29,040 She's fierce as can be. 264 00:16:29,240 --> 00:16:32,000 A clear sign she's nothing but a shrew! 265 00:16:33,030 --> 00:16:37,230 Lord Song is in for a miserable time with her. 266 00:16:39,240 --> 00:16:41,200 For my son to marry such a shrew, 267 00:16:42,530 --> 00:16:44,490 I'm greatly comforted! 268 00:16:46,840 --> 00:16:49,290 I can't wait any longer. Let's go welcome the bride now! 269 00:16:54,240 --> 00:16:55,360 It's the auspicious hour! 270 00:16:55,840 --> 00:16:56,960 Begin the ceremony! 271 00:17:11,480 --> 00:17:14,000 (Memorial Tablet of Lady Jiang) 272 00:17:17,310 --> 00:17:18,869 Bow to the parents! 273 00:17:26,760 --> 00:17:30,040 The Crown Prince and Princess Shude have arrived! 274 00:17:37,970 --> 00:17:40,090 Your Highnesses, 275 00:17:40,470 --> 00:17:42,510 I apologize for not welcoming you sooner. 276 00:17:43,110 --> 00:17:45,830 By order of His Majesty, I am here to offer congratulations. 277 00:17:47,290 --> 00:17:49,810 Greetings, Your Highnesses. 278 00:17:50,840 --> 00:17:52,590 Duke of Ying, receive the imperial decree. 279 00:17:56,190 --> 00:17:58,750 By His Majesty's command, 280 00:17:59,400 --> 00:18:03,390 On this joyous occasion of the union Song Mo and Dou Zhao, 281 00:18:03,760 --> 00:18:05,440 I am greatly pleased. 282 00:18:05,520 --> 00:18:09,680 I bestow upon both of their families reed pipes and chime stones, 283 00:18:10,240 --> 00:18:11,760 symbolizing harmony and unity 284 00:18:11,840 --> 00:18:13,320 between the two families 285 00:18:13,640 --> 00:18:15,320 for generations to come. 286 00:18:15,800 --> 00:18:17,000 Thus is my decree. 287 00:18:18,200 --> 00:18:20,360 I humbly accept the decree. 288 00:18:31,000 --> 00:18:33,680 I hear that you are skilled in playing the reed pipe. 289 00:18:33,940 --> 00:18:35,140 Surely you know 290 00:18:35,670 --> 00:18:37,230 that no matter how beautiful a solo, 291 00:18:37,450 --> 00:18:40,090 it cannot compare to the harmony of reed pipes and chime stones played together. 292 00:18:41,680 --> 00:18:44,440 Only with harmony between father and son, 293 00:18:44,630 --> 00:18:45,630 can the honor 294 00:18:45,800 --> 00:18:49,040 of five generations of the Duke of Ying's legacy be upheld. 295 00:18:49,960 --> 00:18:53,360 I will faithfully heed His Majesty's teachings. 296 00:18:55,800 --> 00:18:57,040 The ceremony continues! 297 00:18:57,640 --> 00:18:59,320 Step over the fire basin! 298 00:19:14,640 --> 00:19:16,640 Enter the bridal chamber! 299 00:19:18,800 --> 00:19:20,240 What's taking Su Su so long? 300 00:19:21,920 --> 00:19:22,920 Come on! 301 00:19:25,280 --> 00:19:27,880 Well, this is rare, someone leading a donkey down Changle Street. 302 00:19:28,080 --> 00:19:30,520 But Yizhi Hall doesn't have a stable for donkeys. 303 00:19:33,120 --> 00:19:34,200 It's Lord Song's wedding. 304 00:19:34,340 --> 00:19:36,110 No unauthorized people are allowed inside. 305 00:19:36,570 --> 00:19:39,030 I'm a close friend of the bride, here to attend the banquet. 306 00:19:39,400 --> 00:19:42,800 Merchants are prohibited by law from wearing silk or riding in carriages. 307 00:19:43,600 --> 00:19:44,770 Do you have an invitation? 308 00:19:45,080 --> 00:19:46,930 I'm transporting so many goods, it's buried somewhere. 309 00:19:47,010 --> 00:19:48,890 I'll miss the banquet by the time I've found it. 310 00:19:49,040 --> 00:19:51,400 If a merchant girl like you were Her Grace's close friend, 311 00:19:51,560 --> 00:19:53,920 then I'm the Jade Emperor's childhood buddy! 312 00:19:55,960 --> 00:19:57,430 How dare you look down on people! 313 00:19:58,280 --> 00:19:59,280 Young Master Han. 314 00:20:01,200 --> 00:20:02,600 What's wrong with being a merchant? 315 00:20:02,680 --> 00:20:04,570 Earning an honest living with her own skills 316 00:20:04,920 --> 00:20:07,330 is far better than being the lackey of some noble family! 317 00:20:10,240 --> 00:20:11,240 I'm Song Han. 318 00:20:11,920 --> 00:20:13,240 I've long heard of my sister-in-law's 319 00:20:13,320 --> 00:20:15,680 close friendship with the esteemed Miao family's daughter. 320 00:20:16,080 --> 00:20:17,080 And you 321 00:20:17,520 --> 00:20:18,760 must be Young Lady Miao. 322 00:20:19,640 --> 00:20:20,940 Thank you, Young Master Han. 323 00:20:21,160 --> 00:20:23,080 These are Zhao's personal belongings, 324 00:20:23,270 --> 00:20:24,870 but I'm not sure where they should go... 325 00:20:25,640 --> 00:20:26,640 Here. 326 00:20:29,440 --> 00:20:30,440 Your face. 327 00:20:35,400 --> 00:20:37,740 Move the boxes to the inner courtyard. 328 00:20:37,820 --> 00:20:38,820 Yes, Young Master. 329 00:20:39,160 --> 00:20:40,160 Hurry! 330 00:20:41,160 --> 00:20:42,160 You've worked hard. 331 00:20:42,640 --> 00:20:45,240 I'll have someone take you to the inner hall to freshen up. 332 00:20:45,600 --> 00:20:47,920 Don't worry, you won't miss the toast. 333 00:20:48,680 --> 00:20:49,680 Thank you, Young Master. 334 00:20:51,640 --> 00:20:58,640 Lift the veil! Lift the veil! 335 00:21:05,440 --> 00:21:08,400 Yes! 336 00:21:09,360 --> 00:21:12,000 The groom must sit on the bride's veil 337 00:21:12,200 --> 00:21:14,520 to signify that he'll always have the upper hand, 338 00:21:14,640 --> 00:21:16,400 leading while she follows. 339 00:21:17,680 --> 00:21:19,150 That's not a custom in my household. 340 00:21:19,480 --> 00:21:20,880 My wife and I are equals. 341 00:21:21,320 --> 00:21:23,800 Skip any ceremony that implies otherwise, please. 342 00:21:24,590 --> 00:21:25,590 Then... 343 00:21:26,560 --> 00:21:27,720 Mutual respect and love 344 00:21:27,880 --> 00:21:29,740 are the foundation for a lasting relationship. 345 00:21:30,440 --> 00:21:33,000 Yes, yes! Let's move on to the unity wine. 346 00:21:33,680 --> 00:21:35,360 Looks like she has no sense of tradition. 347 00:21:37,480 --> 00:21:40,040 Yantang is completely under her thumb. 348 00:21:40,230 --> 00:21:42,430 Who knows what chaos this household will descend into? 349 00:21:50,280 --> 00:21:53,600 The couple shall hold their cups and drink together. 350 00:21:54,000 --> 00:21:58,080 From this day forward, they will share joy and hardship alike, 351 00:22:00,920 --> 00:22:02,800 bound by love 352 00:22:02,920 --> 00:22:04,920 until their final days. 353 00:22:17,640 --> 00:22:19,160 Yes! Yes! 354 00:22:19,440 --> 00:22:20,640 From this moment on, 355 00:22:20,760 --> 00:22:22,960 may you live in harmony 356 00:22:23,120 --> 00:22:24,520 and grow old side by side. 357 00:22:25,840 --> 00:22:27,600 The ceremony is complete! 358 00:22:27,680 --> 00:22:29,280 Awesome! Yes! 359 00:22:29,360 --> 00:22:31,160 Time to drink! My Lord, let's go and drink! 360 00:22:31,280 --> 00:22:33,160 -Come on! -Yan Tang. 361 00:22:33,800 --> 00:22:35,330 My wife wants to tell me something. 362 00:22:35,720 --> 00:22:38,000 Come back soon. I have something to give you. 363 00:22:38,320 --> 00:22:39,470 Alright, I'll be back soon. 364 00:22:40,480 --> 00:22:42,520 -Let's go and drink! -Alright, alright. 365 00:22:45,920 --> 00:22:47,200 Let's drink until you drop. 366 00:22:47,280 --> 00:22:48,280 Come on! 367 00:22:49,680 --> 00:22:51,400 Yan Tang has changed. 368 00:22:52,080 --> 00:22:55,640 Lady Jiang used to say he was always so careless, 369 00:22:55,920 --> 00:22:57,280 wearing the wrong clothes 370 00:22:57,450 --> 00:22:58,970 or even putting his shoes on backward. 371 00:23:00,120 --> 00:23:03,560 But now, it seems he's found someone he loves and cherishes. 372 00:23:05,400 --> 00:23:07,160 Today's ceremony went smoothly 373 00:23:07,340 --> 00:23:08,540 thanks to you for stepping in. 374 00:23:09,280 --> 00:23:11,000 Please, take a seat and rest for a moment. 375 00:23:11,360 --> 00:23:12,640 Forgive my boldness, 376 00:23:12,720 --> 00:23:14,490 but may I ask for your blessing to bring good fortune to the bridal bed? 377 00:23:14,570 --> 00:23:15,570 Come. 378 00:23:16,160 --> 00:23:17,160 Please sit. 379 00:23:19,430 --> 00:23:21,950 That blessing should come from someone 380 00:23:22,160 --> 00:23:24,520 whose marriage is harmonious and who has children. 381 00:23:25,040 --> 00:23:26,280 I, however, have no children 382 00:23:26,360 --> 00:23:28,400 and have been widowed for over a decade. 383 00:23:29,930 --> 00:23:30,930 I believe 384 00:23:31,510 --> 00:23:34,150 that living freely, with confidence and joy, 385 00:23:34,800 --> 00:23:36,170 makes one a truly blessed person. 386 00:23:38,210 --> 00:23:41,760 Now I see why Yan Tang holds you so dear. 387 00:23:45,760 --> 00:23:46,760 What did you say? 388 00:23:47,760 --> 00:23:51,800 Duke of Ying happily welcomed Dou Zhao into his household? 389 00:23:52,430 --> 00:23:54,070 I made it crystal clear in my letter 390 00:23:54,320 --> 00:23:58,330 that Dou Zhao is nothing more than an uncultured, unruly wild girl! 391 00:23:58,520 --> 00:24:00,640 Could it be that the Duke is just too thick-headed 392 00:24:01,040 --> 00:24:02,920 to pick up on your meaning, Madam? 393 00:24:03,100 --> 00:24:05,370 Are you saying it's my fault for not being clear enough? 394 00:24:08,080 --> 00:24:09,680 Looks like the Duke 395 00:24:10,010 --> 00:24:12,010 really is a clueless fool. 396 00:24:12,550 --> 00:24:14,910 No wonder he can't even outwit his own son. 397 00:24:20,600 --> 00:24:22,280 I didn't really trust Lord Song before, 398 00:24:22,480 --> 00:24:23,600 but now I see 399 00:24:23,680 --> 00:24:25,160 how much he cares for Zhao. 400 00:24:25,240 --> 00:24:26,510 I'm so happy for her. 401 00:24:26,590 --> 00:24:27,830 I'm happy for her too, 402 00:24:28,200 --> 00:24:30,320 but I can't help feeling a little envious. 403 00:24:30,610 --> 00:24:33,010 Finding a good husband is no easy task. 404 00:24:33,680 --> 00:24:36,960 When will it be my turn, Su Su? 405 00:24:40,800 --> 00:24:44,120 You two are blood brothers, yet your aim at this game is terrible. 406 00:24:44,310 --> 00:24:45,830 You've lost three matches in a row! 407 00:24:50,040 --> 00:24:52,320 You don't really deserve that jade belt. 408 00:24:52,390 --> 00:24:54,470 Why not give it to me as a wager? 409 00:24:55,720 --> 00:24:56,930 It's just a matter of luck. 410 00:24:57,010 --> 00:24:58,490 I can play for him and beat you. 411 00:25:00,120 --> 00:25:01,840 Young Master Han, you may not be good at this game, 412 00:25:01,910 --> 00:25:03,150 but your charm is undeniable. 413 00:25:03,320 --> 00:25:05,720 Even a merchant girl is jumping in to defend you. 414 00:25:07,920 --> 00:25:09,400 This jade belt was a gift from His Majesty. 415 00:25:09,480 --> 00:25:10,920 If you want to wager it as a prize, 416 00:25:11,000 --> 00:25:12,230 what does that say about your respect for His Majesty? 417 00:25:12,310 --> 00:25:13,710 So what if it's an imperial gift? 418 00:25:14,520 --> 00:25:16,130 Young Master Han, you're best at sword dancing. 419 00:25:16,210 --> 00:25:18,290 Why don't we combine it with poetry? 420 00:25:18,520 --> 00:25:19,800 Last time, when you performed to 421 00:25:19,880 --> 00:25:21,720 'Draped in orchids and belted with thyme, 422 00:25:21,800 --> 00:25:23,800 breaking off fresh blossoms to send as a token of longing,' 423 00:25:23,880 --> 00:25:25,790 the way your sword moves matched the verse was stunning. 424 00:25:26,320 --> 00:25:28,640 I've always despised people like you who flaunt your background! 425 00:25:28,920 --> 00:25:30,520 Arrogant and full of yourselves. 426 00:25:30,840 --> 00:25:31,840 Exactly! 427 00:25:32,920 --> 00:25:34,160 What does 'Draped in orchids and belted with thyme' mean? 428 00:25:36,160 --> 00:25:38,000 You don't know Qu Yuan's 'Mountain Spirit'? 429 00:25:38,090 --> 00:25:40,570 To think Lord Song's wife has friends like this. 430 00:25:41,880 --> 00:25:43,920 I know Mountain Spirit, and I know Qu Yuan too. 431 00:25:44,000 --> 00:25:45,120 Put them together, and I've got no idea! 432 00:25:45,190 --> 00:25:46,950 So what? Not knowing is no big deal. 433 00:25:47,080 --> 00:25:49,600 As long as the dumplings and the wine taste good, what's the problem? 434 00:25:49,680 --> 00:25:51,080 You want to play flick chess? 435 00:25:51,320 --> 00:25:52,320 Fine! 436 00:25:53,440 --> 00:25:54,840 I'll play with you. 437 00:25:55,490 --> 00:25:57,490 Dou Zhao grew up on a country estate. 438 00:25:58,120 --> 00:26:00,320 Don't tell me she's as uncouth as you? 439 00:26:02,720 --> 00:26:03,720 I... 440 00:26:05,280 --> 00:26:06,640 My Lord, careful with the steps. 441 00:26:06,790 --> 00:26:07,790 Song Mo! 442 00:26:08,060 --> 00:26:09,620 Song Mo! Wait! 443 00:26:09,840 --> 00:26:12,280 I've drunk too much. 444 00:26:12,600 --> 00:26:13,750 He's drunk, Your Highness. 445 00:26:13,880 --> 00:26:15,880 The young general, 446 00:26:16,830 --> 00:26:20,110 losing on the battlefield of the drinking table? No way. 447 00:26:20,720 --> 00:26:23,160 -Come on, let's drink some more! Your Highness! 448 00:26:23,350 --> 00:26:25,950 Look at Song Mo, he's going to throw up if he drinks any more. 449 00:26:26,480 --> 00:26:27,480 My wife... 450 00:26:28,800 --> 00:26:30,880 Ah, Dou Zhao's waiting for you? 451 00:26:30,960 --> 00:26:32,040 Got it. 452 00:26:32,840 --> 00:26:34,600 Go on, go on. 453 00:26:34,680 --> 00:26:36,880 -Easy, Your Highness. -Thank you, Your Highness. 454 00:26:36,960 --> 00:26:38,910 -Let's keep drinking! -Enjoy, Your Highness! 455 00:26:39,400 --> 00:26:40,400 Come on! 456 00:26:41,720 --> 00:26:42,720 More drinks! 457 00:26:51,880 --> 00:26:54,360 All you can think about now is Dou Zhao. 458 00:26:54,720 --> 00:26:56,920 A married friend is like a lost friend. 459 00:26:57,850 --> 00:27:00,430 You're always busy with your drills, now you've got a wife. 460 00:27:01,040 --> 00:27:04,280 I doubt we'll have many chances to sit together and drink like this again. 461 00:27:04,640 --> 00:27:05,640 You're the one who said 462 00:27:06,320 --> 00:27:08,480 making a girl wait too long builds resentment. 463 00:27:11,400 --> 00:27:13,560 And what about your dear friend's resentment? 464 00:27:14,120 --> 00:27:15,430 It's love over friendship now. 465 00:27:17,320 --> 00:27:19,400 Best wishes for your marriage, My Lord. 466 00:27:20,330 --> 00:27:21,330 Thank you, My Lord. 467 00:27:21,660 --> 00:27:23,700 -Thank you. -You may go. 468 00:27:40,760 --> 00:27:41,760 Shou Gu? 469 00:27:43,160 --> 00:27:44,160 Shou Gu? 470 00:27:44,880 --> 00:27:45,880 Come here. 471 00:27:48,720 --> 00:27:49,940 What are you doing here? 472 00:27:52,000 --> 00:27:53,000 Come. 473 00:27:54,560 --> 00:27:55,560 Your Highness, 474 00:27:55,640 --> 00:27:57,800 we've searched inside and out of Yizhi Hall. 475 00:27:57,960 --> 00:27:59,210 There's no sign of that letter. 476 00:28:01,520 --> 00:28:02,640 Yes, Your Highness! 477 00:28:11,800 --> 00:28:13,360 A few days ago, the Jiying Guards found out 478 00:28:13,440 --> 00:28:14,840 that the clerk delivering my uncle's letter 479 00:28:14,920 --> 00:28:16,280 was taken to the Eastern Palace. 480 00:28:16,720 --> 00:28:17,720 His fate is unknown, 481 00:28:18,160 --> 00:28:20,080 and the letter is missing. 482 00:28:21,720 --> 00:28:22,960 You suspect the Crown Prince? 483 00:28:25,120 --> 00:28:27,520 He's deeply suspicious of me and constantly testing me. 484 00:28:27,600 --> 00:28:29,000 He must be hiding something. 485 00:28:29,720 --> 00:28:30,970 Whether those inside or outside 486 00:28:31,120 --> 00:28:33,520 this residence are allies or enemies is still uncertain. 487 00:28:36,090 --> 00:28:37,410 That sounds dangerous. 488 00:28:38,640 --> 00:28:40,240 Aren't you afraid I might run away? 489 00:28:43,850 --> 00:28:44,850 Just kidding. 490 00:28:52,680 --> 00:28:55,280 My love, you astonish me. 491 00:28:59,090 --> 00:29:00,650 Let me take off your phoenix crown. 492 00:29:14,080 --> 00:29:15,080 You're so beautiful. 493 00:29:17,160 --> 00:29:18,160 Come with me. 494 00:29:24,690 --> 00:29:25,690 Sit down. 495 00:29:28,170 --> 00:29:29,840 There is something I want to show you. 496 00:29:30,280 --> 00:29:31,760 I've kept it hidden for many years. 497 00:29:32,440 --> 00:29:33,720 I think you'd like to see it. 498 00:29:34,680 --> 00:29:35,680 Wait here for a moment. 499 00:30:14,720 --> 00:30:15,720 No peeking. 500 00:30:35,880 --> 00:30:38,680 I once came across a playbook called Record of Truths. 501 00:30:39,640 --> 00:30:42,960 This is the tapestry of life depicted in the book. 502 00:30:44,000 --> 00:30:46,440 The stories recorded in it mirror our current reality. 503 00:30:47,560 --> 00:30:48,920 According to the playbook, 504 00:30:49,000 --> 00:30:51,040 Prince Qing will stage a rebellion in the 27th year of Chengping reign, 505 00:30:51,120 --> 00:30:52,800 which is next year. 506 00:31:03,680 --> 00:31:05,220 You're really 507 00:31:05,480 --> 00:31:08,250 as brilliant as Zhuge Liang, worth every effort it took to marry you. 508 00:31:09,160 --> 00:31:11,040 Am I not being clear enough? 509 00:31:11,280 --> 00:31:12,520 Treason is no trivial matter, 510 00:31:12,680 --> 00:31:15,040 yet you seem so indifferent, My Lord. 511 00:31:16,280 --> 00:31:17,280 It's not indifference. 512 00:31:17,480 --> 00:31:20,320 It's that His Majesty has only two sons. 513 00:31:20,920 --> 00:31:22,520 Who ultimately inherits the throne 514 00:31:22,750 --> 00:31:23,750 is still undecided. 515 00:31:24,160 --> 00:31:26,640 Even if Prince Qing were to seize power, 516 00:31:27,040 --> 00:31:28,040 it wouldn't be 517 00:31:29,720 --> 00:31:31,560 all that surprising, would it? 518 00:31:34,560 --> 00:31:35,560 I guess that's true. 519 00:31:36,880 --> 00:31:39,680 But the key isn't Prince Qing or the Crown Prince, 520 00:31:39,840 --> 00:31:40,840 it's you. 521 00:31:41,280 --> 00:31:43,640 You hold the military power over the Imperial Guards. 522 00:31:43,810 --> 00:31:45,610 Neither of them can bypass you. 523 00:31:46,040 --> 00:31:48,720 What they want now is either to win you over 524 00:31:48,920 --> 00:31:49,920 or eliminate you. 525 00:31:55,200 --> 00:31:57,880 Thank you for being honest with me, 526 00:31:59,320 --> 00:32:01,360 but court politics can't be resolved in a day. 527 00:32:02,080 --> 00:32:03,080 Today is 528 00:32:04,520 --> 00:32:05,880 our wedding day, after all. 529 00:32:10,120 --> 00:32:11,120 You're right. 530 00:32:11,320 --> 00:32:12,360 It's my fault. 531 00:32:12,600 --> 00:32:15,960 I just couldn't wait to tell you everything on my mind. 532 00:32:16,760 --> 00:32:18,640 I didn't consider the timing. 533 00:32:19,240 --> 00:32:21,040 You're right, these matters can wait. 534 00:32:48,320 --> 00:32:49,600 You haven't eaten all day. 535 00:32:49,800 --> 00:32:50,800 You must be starving. 536 00:32:51,080 --> 00:32:53,150 I'll ask the kitchen to prepare something for you. 537 00:32:53,320 --> 00:32:54,440 It's fine. 538 00:32:55,000 --> 00:32:56,920 I don't want the servants to think 539 00:32:57,160 --> 00:32:59,880 you've married a gluttonous wife. 540 00:33:02,040 --> 00:33:04,080 I'll cook for you myself then. 541 00:33:07,120 --> 00:33:09,400 Let me do the grilling. Your hand is injured. 542 00:33:10,650 --> 00:33:12,500 It's fine. I can manage. 543 00:33:17,640 --> 00:33:18,640 A year ago, 544 00:33:19,250 --> 00:33:21,530 you were holding a blade to my throat to threaten me. 545 00:33:22,600 --> 00:33:25,560 Who would've thought that we'd be family a year later? 546 00:33:29,000 --> 00:33:30,000 Family? 547 00:33:31,560 --> 00:33:33,680 I grew up in the military with my uncle. 548 00:33:34,320 --> 00:33:36,340 I didn't know what having a family meant. 549 00:33:37,200 --> 00:33:39,520 Until I saw my uncle and aunt together. 550 00:33:40,160 --> 00:33:41,160 That's when I realized, 551 00:33:42,040 --> 00:33:43,760 so that's what family looks like. 552 00:33:44,640 --> 00:33:46,310 What about the Duke of Ying's Residence? 553 00:33:49,120 --> 00:33:51,880 I mean, when Lady Jiang was still alive? 554 00:33:53,480 --> 00:33:54,480 Even then, 555 00:33:56,760 --> 00:33:57,970 it didn't feel like a family. 556 00:34:01,800 --> 00:34:02,800 I understand. 557 00:34:03,960 --> 00:34:07,360 When I was little, I'd see other families of three 558 00:34:08,880 --> 00:34:09,880 and wonder 559 00:34:10,840 --> 00:34:13,360 why my mother would leave me behind, 560 00:34:14,360 --> 00:34:16,679 and why I couldn't stop it from happening. 561 00:34:19,040 --> 00:34:20,469 Whenever I couldn't figure it out, 562 00:34:20,920 --> 00:34:22,320 I'd run off to the back hills. 563 00:34:23,679 --> 00:34:26,080 I'd watch the chubby wife of the Lang family 564 00:34:26,360 --> 00:34:28,560 in Gao Village chasing her drunk husband around, 565 00:34:29,080 --> 00:34:31,690 Everyone in the estate would come out to watch the spectacle. 566 00:34:32,400 --> 00:34:33,679 I also saw a peddler 567 00:34:33,860 --> 00:34:37,179 buying two sesame buns on their way home 568 00:34:37,360 --> 00:34:39,639 to give to their daughters. 569 00:34:41,360 --> 00:34:43,080 The more I saw of people and their lives, 570 00:34:43,570 --> 00:34:44,750 I realized 571 00:34:45,239 --> 00:34:46,560 there are all kinds of families, 572 00:34:46,949 --> 00:34:48,350 some like this, some like that. 573 00:34:49,380 --> 00:34:50,500 But at the end of the day, 574 00:34:50,719 --> 00:34:52,880 there are more happy families than unhappy ones. 575 00:34:56,800 --> 00:34:59,840 Growing up in the military had its perks. 576 00:35:00,490 --> 00:35:01,730 I learned to be self-reliant. 577 00:35:02,840 --> 00:35:05,840 This grilled fish is my specialty, made with a secret recipe. 578 00:35:06,680 --> 00:35:07,680 Give it a try. 579 00:35:18,760 --> 00:35:22,720 I've heard you could slice a live fish 3,000 times, 580 00:35:23,440 --> 00:35:26,160 and when you put it back into the water, it could still swim away. 581 00:35:26,360 --> 00:35:27,360 Is that true? 582 00:35:29,480 --> 00:35:30,560 Even if you're scared now, 583 00:35:30,880 --> 00:35:31,880 it's too late. 584 00:35:47,960 --> 00:35:49,840 Shou Gu! 585 00:35:52,960 --> 00:35:53,960 Zhang Ru. 586 00:35:54,080 --> 00:35:56,360 You guys really are here. 587 00:35:57,120 --> 00:35:58,600 There, there. 588 00:35:59,320 --> 00:36:00,480 Don't cry, Zhang Ru. 589 00:36:00,960 --> 00:36:01,960 There, there. 590 00:36:02,850 --> 00:36:03,970 Alright now. 591 00:36:05,080 --> 00:36:06,280 Who bullied you? 592 00:36:06,970 --> 00:36:08,410 Who could possibly bully me? 593 00:36:08,720 --> 00:36:09,880 These are tears of joy. 594 00:36:10,520 --> 00:36:11,520 Shou Gu, 595 00:36:12,050 --> 00:36:15,200 you got married today, and I'm 99% happy for you. 596 00:36:15,800 --> 00:36:18,960 But there's this tiny part of me that feels a little sad. 597 00:36:19,360 --> 00:36:22,320 Not everyone can happily marry the man they like. 598 00:36:22,560 --> 00:36:25,640 I feel like I'll never get married. 599 00:36:25,720 --> 00:36:27,840 Aren't there plenty of men in the world? 600 00:36:28,160 --> 00:36:30,330 Finding the one you like can't be that hard. 601 00:36:31,960 --> 00:36:32,960 My Lord. 602 00:36:33,400 --> 00:36:34,640 Isn't that right? 603 00:36:37,320 --> 00:36:38,840 Absolutely! Without a doubt! 604 00:36:41,140 --> 00:36:43,500 These are some of the finest men in the Imperials Guards, 605 00:36:44,080 --> 00:36:46,710 with good family backgrounds, military ranks, distinguished in battle, 606 00:36:46,790 --> 00:36:48,550 and many even hold titles of nobility. 607 00:36:52,640 --> 00:36:53,830 No, they won't do. 608 00:36:53,920 --> 00:36:56,600 If they're all brawn, they're probably short on brains. 609 00:36:59,720 --> 00:37:00,720 Zhang Ru, 610 00:37:00,840 --> 00:37:03,480 why don't you just lay out your ideal criteria? 611 00:37:04,600 --> 00:37:06,050 His Lordship will find someone based on that. 612 00:37:06,130 --> 00:37:08,850 There are even scholars among the Imperial Guards. 613 00:37:09,440 --> 00:37:11,400 Scholars? No, absolutely not. 614 00:37:11,920 --> 00:37:14,440 All that nitpicking over words would drive me insane. 615 00:37:15,720 --> 00:37:17,160 The person I like 616 00:37:18,200 --> 00:37:19,680 should have a skill they excel at, 617 00:37:20,200 --> 00:37:21,480 know some martial arts 618 00:37:21,960 --> 00:37:23,000 to protect me. 619 00:37:27,320 --> 00:37:28,880 He should be a little good-looking. 620 00:37:31,480 --> 00:37:32,840 A little cool. 621 00:37:34,480 --> 00:37:35,880 And most importantly, 622 00:37:36,760 --> 00:37:38,160 have good manners. 623 00:37:38,800 --> 00:37:39,800 I'm sorry. 624 00:37:40,230 --> 00:37:41,890 I didn't know you were Young Lady Zhao. 625 00:37:43,800 --> 00:37:44,800 Zhang Ru, 626 00:37:45,600 --> 00:37:49,080 do you already have someone in mind? 627 00:37:51,200 --> 00:37:52,720 -I... -Who is it? 628 00:37:53,960 --> 00:37:56,720 -Who is he? -No one! I was just making it up. 629 00:37:59,320 --> 00:38:01,010 It's not even close to anything real yet. 630 00:38:24,600 --> 00:38:25,600 Shou Gu, 631 00:38:25,760 --> 00:38:28,320 I broke your 'many children, many blessings' token. 632 00:38:28,720 --> 00:38:31,240 Don't worry, I'll get it fixed no matter what, 633 00:38:31,440 --> 00:38:33,960 Otherwise, it'll turn into 'no children, no blessings.' 634 00:38:34,840 --> 00:38:36,400 What nonsense is she talking about? 635 00:39:22,480 --> 00:39:23,480 Morning, My Lord! 636 00:39:25,160 --> 00:39:27,480 My Lord, why are you coming out of the study? 637 00:39:34,320 --> 00:39:35,320 My Lord. 638 00:39:44,600 --> 00:39:45,600 Are you awake, Shou Gu? 639 00:39:57,240 --> 00:39:58,240 Have you seen Shou Gu? 640 00:39:58,720 --> 00:40:00,480 No, we haven't. What's wrong? 641 00:40:01,040 --> 00:40:02,640 Did the bride run off last night? 642 00:40:06,840 --> 00:40:07,840 My Lord. 643 00:40:08,720 --> 00:40:10,040 Mr. Chen, where is my wife? 644 00:40:10,760 --> 00:40:11,760 Please come with me. 645 00:40:17,440 --> 00:40:18,440 My Lord. 646 00:40:32,240 --> 00:40:33,240 Lady Jiang, 647 00:40:34,080 --> 00:40:36,920 I should call you 'Mother' today. 648 00:40:38,560 --> 00:40:40,810 I imagine this is as surprising to you as it is to me. 649 00:40:41,560 --> 00:40:43,920 That Yan Tang and I have ended up together. 650 00:40:45,800 --> 00:40:48,600 At first, he was so intense 651 00:40:49,520 --> 00:40:51,630 that I was afraid of him, even tried to avoid him. 652 00:40:52,760 --> 00:40:53,760 But over time, 653 00:40:54,880 --> 00:40:56,470 I came to see the weight he carries. 654 00:40:57,560 --> 00:41:00,000 Losing the Duke of Ding nearly destroyed him, 655 00:41:00,880 --> 00:41:01,880 and then when you passed, 656 00:41:02,600 --> 00:41:04,120 his own father turned against him. 657 00:41:05,040 --> 00:41:07,320 Loyalty and duty became weapons used to tear him apart. 658 00:41:08,440 --> 00:41:10,640 Anyone would have broken after going through that. 659 00:41:12,600 --> 00:41:15,360 But thankfully, he made it through. 660 00:41:17,160 --> 00:41:18,720 I'll be by his side from now on. 661 00:41:20,440 --> 00:41:22,930 I'll make sure he never goes through such suffering again. 662 00:41:23,600 --> 00:41:24,760 In the days ahead, 663 00:41:25,280 --> 00:41:27,440 Yan Tang and I will support each other. 664 00:41:28,160 --> 00:41:29,860 I will help him fulfill his aspirations. 665 00:41:58,480 --> 00:41:59,480 Mother, 666 00:42:00,920 --> 00:42:01,920 please rest easy. 667 00:42:03,040 --> 00:42:04,040 I am 668 00:42:05,480 --> 00:42:06,760 no longer alone. 669 00:42:13,400 --> 00:42:14,400 Mother, 670 00:42:14,870 --> 00:42:16,920 she's the one I'll protect for the rest of my life. 671 00:42:17,880 --> 00:42:19,600 If you're watching over me from above, 672 00:42:21,120 --> 00:42:22,120 I ask that 673 00:42:23,800 --> 00:42:25,280 you watch over her as well. 674 00:42:42,240 --> 00:42:43,240 Yan Tang. 675 00:42:44,520 --> 00:42:46,280 -Call me honey. -Song Mo! 676 00:42:51,320 --> 00:42:53,240 All these years, I've used my own savings to help you, 677 00:42:53,320 --> 00:42:54,520 and you think I'm being unreasonable? 678 00:42:54,600 --> 00:42:56,440 Heaven must be blind not to strike you down 679 00:42:56,520 --> 00:42:58,720 with lightning, you ungrateful wretch!