1 00:00:25,280 --> 00:00:28,000 Those who passed the literary exam may now enter. 2 00:00:33,760 --> 00:00:34,760 In the literary exam, 3 00:00:35,040 --> 00:00:37,040 Young Master Han barely came out ahead, 4 00:00:37,360 --> 00:00:39,440 while Young Master Mu just muddled through. 5 00:00:39,520 --> 00:00:42,760 Who knows what strings Minister Mu pulled to get him to pass? 6 00:00:44,000 --> 00:00:47,440 The imperial examination is the only chance for commoners to rise in rank. 7 00:00:47,600 --> 00:00:49,080 If even this fairness is lost, 8 00:00:49,160 --> 00:00:50,930 how could the people not be disheartened? 9 00:00:54,200 --> 00:00:55,240 Bow before His Majesty. 10 00:00:55,480 --> 00:00:57,240 Greetings, Your Majesty. 11 00:00:58,440 --> 00:00:59,800 Rise. 12 00:01:04,200 --> 00:01:06,600 Let the martial arts examination begin! 13 00:01:14,360 --> 00:01:16,280 Awesome! Yes! 14 00:01:40,360 --> 00:01:42,360 Recruiting such a talent as our own 15 00:01:43,000 --> 00:01:45,400 would be like gaining an unbeatable chess piece, 16 00:01:45,570 --> 00:01:47,650 an immense advantage for our cause. 17 00:01:52,080 --> 00:01:54,759 My son is also quite good in martial arts. 18 00:01:55,280 --> 00:01:56,840 As for his true capabilities, 19 00:01:57,840 --> 00:01:58,840 let's just wait and see. 20 00:02:37,760 --> 00:02:39,160 Carry the young master out of here! 21 00:02:39,240 --> 00:02:40,240 Yes, sir! 22 00:02:43,800 --> 00:02:45,760 The martial exam values precision and restraint. 23 00:02:46,440 --> 00:02:47,920 Such a reckless pursuit of victory 24 00:02:48,640 --> 00:02:50,600 has revealed his true intentions for all to see. 25 00:03:06,520 --> 00:03:08,310 I never expected the Song family to produce 26 00:03:08,680 --> 00:03:11,520 not only Song Yan Tang, who consistently ranked first in the imperial hunt, 27 00:03:11,670 --> 00:03:14,240 but also a talent like you, proficient in both academics and martial arts, 28 00:03:14,320 --> 00:03:16,280 scoring perfectly in every category, 29 00:03:16,720 --> 00:03:18,850 and with exceptional insights in your policy essay. 30 00:03:19,120 --> 00:03:21,960 Top scorer Song Han, is there anything you wish for? 31 00:03:29,960 --> 00:03:30,960 Your Majesty, 32 00:03:31,400 --> 00:03:32,560 my martial skills 33 00:03:33,120 --> 00:03:34,720 were taught by my brother, 34 00:03:35,680 --> 00:03:36,680 but compared to him, 35 00:03:37,400 --> 00:03:38,630 I still have much to improve. 36 00:03:39,310 --> 00:03:41,470 Today, I humbly request a chance to spar with him 37 00:03:42,320 --> 00:03:44,190 and test our abilities against each other. 38 00:03:44,700 --> 00:03:46,620 Please grant me that wish. 39 00:03:48,079 --> 00:03:50,960 Your Majesty, Song Han's request is far too audacious. 40 00:03:51,240 --> 00:03:52,640 The martial arts exam is over. 41 00:03:52,720 --> 00:03:55,280 Even as the top scorer, he should not 42 00:03:55,360 --> 00:03:57,360 make such personal demands. 43 00:03:58,160 --> 00:03:59,860 This is not your family's backyard! 44 00:04:00,760 --> 00:04:01,760 Your Majesty. 45 00:04:02,120 --> 00:04:04,280 Her Ladyship reminded me that your current health condition 46 00:04:04,360 --> 00:04:05,960 does not permit you to overexert yourself. 47 00:04:06,040 --> 00:04:08,920 Yes, turn the duel down. 48 00:04:09,000 --> 00:04:10,000 That's right. 49 00:04:11,200 --> 00:04:12,200 I know my limits. 50 00:04:12,800 --> 00:04:13,800 Don't worry. 51 00:04:21,079 --> 00:04:23,240 Your Majesty, Song Han is young and impulsive. 52 00:04:23,640 --> 00:04:25,670 If he has spoken out of turn in your presence, 53 00:04:25,840 --> 00:04:27,160 I beg for your forgiveness. 54 00:04:28,200 --> 00:04:29,200 It's fine. 55 00:04:29,480 --> 00:04:30,920 Since he is the top scorer in the martial arts exam, 56 00:04:31,000 --> 00:04:33,920 I am curious to see his skills. 57 00:04:34,440 --> 00:04:36,360 Yan Tang, you shall personally test him. 58 00:04:36,840 --> 00:04:38,760 Yes, Your Majesty. 59 00:06:12,000 --> 00:06:15,400 (Blossom) 60 00:06:15,720 --> 00:06:18,280 (Episode 28) 61 00:06:19,400 --> 00:06:21,160 You have the duration of one incense stick. 62 00:06:21,240 --> 00:06:23,280 The one who captures the flag wins. 63 00:06:27,440 --> 00:06:29,720 Let's use blades, Brother. 64 00:06:31,960 --> 00:06:32,960 Sure. 65 00:07:17,320 --> 00:07:18,760 If you can't defeat me today, 66 00:07:19,320 --> 00:07:22,040 all of Minister Dou's efforts will have been in vain. 67 00:07:48,960 --> 00:07:51,310 I want to earn my rank and title through my own abilities, 68 00:07:52,360 --> 00:07:54,000 and yet you want to stand in my way. 69 00:07:54,400 --> 00:07:55,870 You might as well just kill me 70 00:07:56,330 --> 00:07:57,730 in front of His Majesty then. 71 00:08:13,880 --> 00:08:16,520 You've taught me this Sun and Moon Reversal move many times. 72 00:08:17,040 --> 00:08:18,040 At last, 73 00:08:18,920 --> 00:08:20,060 I've put it to proper use. 74 00:08:21,080 --> 00:08:23,800 Looks like you've learned more than just swordplay. 75 00:08:25,320 --> 00:08:27,760 It is rare for someone to turn defeat into a draw 76 00:08:28,640 --> 00:08:29,760 against Yan Tang. 77 00:08:31,480 --> 00:08:32,520 Proclaim my decree, 78 00:08:32,600 --> 00:08:35,559 Song Han of the Duke of Ying's household, courageous and strategic, 79 00:08:35,919 --> 00:08:38,730 is hereby declared the top scorer of the martial arts examination. 80 00:08:38,919 --> 00:08:40,960 He is appointed to the position of Tengxiang Guard 81 00:08:41,039 --> 00:08:43,200 and awarded the Pine Crane Sword. 82 00:08:44,159 --> 00:08:45,160 I humbly dare 83 00:08:46,050 --> 00:08:47,090 to request one more favor. 84 00:08:54,680 --> 00:08:55,680 Speak your request. 85 00:08:56,760 --> 00:08:59,240 Both my parents have passed, 86 00:09:00,720 --> 00:09:02,090 leaving me alone and desolate 87 00:09:03,080 --> 00:09:04,080 in my youth. 88 00:09:06,160 --> 00:09:07,430 I humbly request your favor 89 00:09:07,920 --> 00:09:10,120 in bestowing a marriage, 90 00:09:10,640 --> 00:09:11,840 allowing me to wed a princess 91 00:09:11,910 --> 00:09:14,550 and form a harmonious union for life. 92 00:09:20,560 --> 00:09:24,000 I will carefully consider your marriage request. 93 00:09:24,880 --> 00:09:25,880 Thank you, Your Majesty. 94 00:09:30,040 --> 00:09:31,040 Hold still. 95 00:09:31,800 --> 00:09:32,800 It doesn't hurt. 96 00:09:34,400 --> 00:09:37,050 If the wound were any deeper, it might have scarred your face. 97 00:09:38,360 --> 00:09:39,720 A little scar is nothing. 98 00:09:40,240 --> 00:09:41,240 Besides, 99 00:09:41,410 --> 00:09:44,120 with you as my doctor, I'm not afraid of any injury. 100 00:09:45,200 --> 00:09:46,840 A scratch it may be, 101 00:09:48,160 --> 00:09:50,120 but Song Han deliberately injured you to secure 102 00:09:50,760 --> 00:09:52,670 the top rank in the martial arts exam. 103 00:09:52,800 --> 00:09:54,210 You should be careful around him. 104 00:09:54,680 --> 00:09:56,520 What's more, his outstanding performance, 105 00:09:56,970 --> 00:09:59,010 coupled with Prince Qing's growing ambitions... 106 00:10:00,240 --> 00:10:02,320 Is Song Han trying to pledge his allegiance to him? 107 00:10:02,850 --> 00:10:04,810 Song Han has always been diligent and hard-working, 108 00:10:05,000 --> 00:10:06,280 skilled in archery and horsemanship. 109 00:10:06,400 --> 00:10:07,720 Given the state of this family, 110 00:10:08,120 --> 00:10:10,840 it's understandable he wants to secure a future for himself. 111 00:10:11,020 --> 00:10:13,860 But he shouldn't have chosen Prince Qing. 112 00:10:16,840 --> 00:10:19,050 (Prince Qing failed to use Yan Tang to his advantage,) 113 00:10:19,560 --> 00:10:21,090 (so he's turned to Song Han instead.) 114 00:10:22,880 --> 00:10:24,520 But don't worry. 115 00:10:25,160 --> 00:10:28,270 Once Song Han is engaged and establishes his own household, 116 00:10:28,520 --> 00:10:31,310 we can use the opportunity to formally distance ourselves from him. 117 00:10:32,720 --> 00:10:33,720 By the way, 118 00:10:34,440 --> 00:10:37,080 I heard Song Han petition His Majesty for a royal marriage. 119 00:10:38,320 --> 00:10:40,880 His Majesty has only one princess, Jingyu. 120 00:10:41,560 --> 00:10:43,400 She's been headstrong and willful since little. 121 00:10:43,470 --> 00:10:44,930 Things might not go as he hopes. 122 00:10:47,920 --> 00:10:49,270 (Zuixian Tower) 123 00:10:50,200 --> 00:10:52,240 You've been favoring your son-in-law's family, 124 00:10:52,720 --> 00:10:55,280 deliberately arranging for Song Han to challenge my son, 125 00:10:56,240 --> 00:10:57,840 which has now left him crippled. 126 00:10:59,600 --> 00:11:01,480 You've misunderstood. 127 00:11:01,680 --> 00:11:02,960 If I really had such intentions, 128 00:11:03,160 --> 00:11:04,800 why would I use such indirect approach? 129 00:11:05,720 --> 00:11:07,760 Your son's injury 130 00:11:08,740 --> 00:11:10,260 is the doing of Song Han. 131 00:11:10,880 --> 00:11:12,230 It has nothing to do with me. 132 00:11:14,240 --> 00:11:15,690 You've climbed the ranks 133 00:11:16,480 --> 00:11:17,880 by cozying up Princess Shude, 134 00:11:18,040 --> 00:11:19,360 forcing Wang Xing Yi out, 135 00:11:19,600 --> 00:11:20,600 everyone knows that. 136 00:11:20,920 --> 00:11:22,470 We haven't even achieved the great cause yet, 137 00:11:22,880 --> 00:11:24,560 and you've already schemed against me. 138 00:11:27,680 --> 00:11:30,680 You've been paying too much attention to idle gossip. 139 00:11:31,470 --> 00:11:33,590 Or are you just looking for an excuse 140 00:11:34,480 --> 00:11:36,960 to steal my position as Secondary Grand Secretary? 141 00:11:38,120 --> 00:11:39,480 Well then, I'd love to see 142 00:11:40,200 --> 00:11:42,160 what other tricks you've got up your sleeve. 143 00:11:43,480 --> 00:11:44,480 Fine, 144 00:11:45,240 --> 00:11:47,120 since it's come to this, 145 00:11:48,400 --> 00:11:49,840 let's see how this plays out. 146 00:11:58,280 --> 00:11:59,880 This way, please, Song Han. 147 00:12:00,880 --> 00:12:02,320 What a grand occasion! Isn't it? 148 00:12:02,600 --> 00:12:04,120 Truly a rare sight. 149 00:12:07,560 --> 00:12:09,720 Congratulations! It's such a joyous event! 150 00:12:11,800 --> 00:12:13,880 Let's give Han the celebration he deserves! 151 00:12:14,600 --> 00:12:16,590 Yes, let's make sure Han is well taken care of. 152 00:12:16,760 --> 00:12:18,600 Back during the hunt, I already knew it. 153 00:12:18,840 --> 00:12:20,520 Not only has Han become the top scorer 154 00:12:20,600 --> 00:12:22,140 and received a sword bestowed by His Majesty, 155 00:12:22,200 --> 00:12:23,920 he's even going to become a royal consort too. 156 00:12:24,000 --> 00:12:26,160 Such a bright future lies ahead! 157 00:12:26,520 --> 00:12:27,880 Lord Song, we have a problem. 158 00:12:35,760 --> 00:12:37,560 (I'm not marrying you, by Zhu Rong Ying) 159 00:12:41,840 --> 00:12:43,480 (I'm not marrying you, by Zhu Rong Ying) 160 00:12:43,550 --> 00:12:46,570 Song Han is a shameless, hypocritical scoundrel despised by all! 161 00:12:46,960 --> 00:12:48,870 You absolutely cannot marry Rong Ying to him! 162 00:12:49,720 --> 00:12:52,520 Better than marrying her off to Lizhen, isn't it? 163 00:12:52,910 --> 00:12:54,590 Besides, this has nothing to do with you. 164 00:12:55,160 --> 00:12:56,440 Why are you so worked up? 165 00:12:58,600 --> 00:13:00,080 I'm just worrying about my friend. 166 00:13:00,960 --> 00:13:02,320 You're such a good friend, huh? 167 00:13:02,400 --> 00:13:04,640 Are you implying that I'm cold-hearted toward Rong Ying? 168 00:13:05,880 --> 00:13:08,840 She's my only daughter. 169 00:13:09,240 --> 00:13:11,100 Do you think I'd push her into a pit of fire? 170 00:13:12,140 --> 00:13:13,960 At least Song Han is a martial champion. 171 00:13:14,040 --> 00:13:15,040 What about you? 172 00:13:16,480 --> 00:13:18,160 You're the one despised by all, 173 00:13:18,600 --> 00:13:20,890 dragging the imperial family's dignity through the mud. 174 00:13:24,370 --> 00:13:25,730 Your Majesty, please calm down. 175 00:13:25,960 --> 00:13:28,270 Yu has been close with Rong Ying since they were children. 176 00:13:28,350 --> 00:13:30,060 They're just looking out for each other. 177 00:13:30,880 --> 00:13:33,440 Your Majesty, what is your decision? 178 00:13:36,600 --> 00:13:38,240 I'm trying to figure something out. 179 00:13:40,160 --> 00:13:41,970 Rong Ying flat-out refuses the marriage, 180 00:13:42,360 --> 00:13:44,170 and now he's here to add to the trouble. 181 00:13:44,840 --> 00:13:46,280 Since the founding of this dynasty, 182 00:13:46,360 --> 00:13:47,450 it's been customary for the top scorer 183 00:13:47,530 --> 00:13:48,750 of the imperial examination to request a favor. 184 00:13:49,640 --> 00:13:53,040 There has never been a precedent for denying their request. 185 00:13:53,520 --> 00:13:57,600 Song Han carries an innate defiance in his demeanor. 186 00:13:58,160 --> 00:14:00,040 Moreover, his background 187 00:14:00,320 --> 00:14:02,000 is hardly a match for Rong Ying. 188 00:14:03,000 --> 00:14:06,080 Why not designate another princess to marry him? 189 00:14:09,880 --> 00:14:11,600 Designate another princess? 190 00:14:12,410 --> 00:14:13,520 I've heard 191 00:14:13,760 --> 00:14:15,480 that the Miao family of Futing is a collateral branch 192 00:14:15,560 --> 00:14:17,050 of the late Noble Consort Miao. 193 00:14:17,200 --> 00:14:18,800 After the consort's passing, 194 00:14:18,960 --> 00:14:20,120 the Miao family withdrew from officialdom 195 00:14:20,200 --> 00:14:21,880 and fell into the merchant class. 196 00:14:22,360 --> 00:14:24,760 Their eldest daughter, Miao An Su, 197 00:14:25,000 --> 00:14:27,240 is reputed for her virtue 198 00:14:27,410 --> 00:14:29,730 and is the sworn sister of the Duchess of Ying. 199 00:14:30,160 --> 00:14:33,400 Why not confer the title of princess upon Miao An Su 200 00:14:33,880 --> 00:14:35,400 and grant her in marriage to Song Han? 201 00:14:35,480 --> 00:14:37,360 This way, it would remain within the Duke of Ying's extended family, 202 00:14:37,510 --> 00:14:38,640 drawing them even closer. 203 00:14:39,360 --> 00:14:40,480 That's an excellent idea! 204 00:14:40,680 --> 00:14:41,760 Shut up! 205 00:14:53,400 --> 00:14:54,560 Go and issue the decree. 206 00:14:55,040 --> 00:14:56,040 Yes, Your Majesty. 207 00:14:59,120 --> 00:15:02,120 Song Han has some audacity. 208 00:15:02,250 --> 00:15:05,130 A love child dares to dream of marrying a princess? 209 00:15:05,640 --> 00:15:07,160 He's clearly aiming for the stars. 210 00:15:07,760 --> 00:15:12,040 But Miao An Su and the Duchess of Ying are close friends. I'm worried... 211 00:15:12,120 --> 00:15:14,080 Dou Zhao was just a powerless young girl, 212 00:15:14,840 --> 00:15:16,360 yet now she has connections that span the entire court 213 00:15:16,450 --> 00:15:17,790 and commands instant support. 214 00:15:18,120 --> 00:15:20,560 This wouldn't have been possible without Miao An Su 215 00:15:21,120 --> 00:15:23,040 earning money and smoothing things over for her. 216 00:15:26,240 --> 00:15:27,320 Director Su. 217 00:15:27,520 --> 00:15:28,520 Yes, Your Majesty. 218 00:15:29,000 --> 00:15:30,480 When the princess marries, 219 00:15:30,720 --> 00:15:32,960 you will accompany her to the household as an attendant. 220 00:15:33,800 --> 00:15:36,560 Carefully manage their friendship for them. 221 00:15:37,640 --> 00:15:39,640 Yes, Your Majesty. 222 00:15:44,280 --> 00:15:47,720 By the decree of His Majesty, 223 00:15:48,680 --> 00:15:50,120 Miao An Su, 224 00:15:50,760 --> 00:15:54,640 gifted with natural grace and virtuous character, 225 00:15:55,120 --> 00:15:58,760 is hereby conferred the title of Princess Anyu. 226 00:15:59,800 --> 00:16:01,430 She is granted a golden scroll, 227 00:16:01,510 --> 00:16:03,720 an annual stipend of two thousand bushels of grain, 228 00:16:04,400 --> 00:16:08,480 and is bestowed in marriage to Song Han of the Duke of Ying's household. 229 00:16:08,840 --> 00:16:10,040 So decreed. 230 00:16:10,680 --> 00:16:12,000 You're a princess now! 231 00:16:12,200 --> 00:16:13,260 This is wonderful, An Su! 232 00:16:20,240 --> 00:16:21,240 Xing Shuang, 233 00:16:21,600 --> 00:16:22,810 bring me another dry cloth. 234 00:16:23,280 --> 00:16:24,360 It's covered in snow. 235 00:16:24,470 --> 00:16:25,860 It'll start sneezing again later. 236 00:16:26,000 --> 00:16:27,000 Yes, Young Master. 237 00:16:28,800 --> 00:16:29,800 Xing Shuang? 238 00:16:39,800 --> 00:16:42,040 Greetings, Princess Anyu. 239 00:16:44,800 --> 00:16:45,800 Get up. 240 00:16:48,680 --> 00:16:49,840 I don't wish for this either. 241 00:16:50,960 --> 00:16:52,400 Let's go to the palace now 242 00:16:52,630 --> 00:16:54,310 and ask His Majesty to revoke the decree. 243 00:16:56,640 --> 00:16:57,840 -Leave us. -Yes, Young Master. 244 00:17:01,280 --> 00:17:02,910 Defying an imperial edict will get us executed. 245 00:17:02,990 --> 00:17:03,990 Or is it that 246 00:17:04,640 --> 00:17:06,660 you also look down on my origins and would rather 247 00:17:07,480 --> 00:17:09,030 risk disobedience, Your Highness? 248 00:17:09,440 --> 00:17:11,369 That's not what I mean. 249 00:17:16,960 --> 00:17:18,599 I've admired you for a long time. 250 00:17:21,440 --> 00:17:22,480 But I know 251 00:17:23,520 --> 00:17:25,680 the person you wish to marry is Princess Jingyu. 252 00:17:27,960 --> 00:17:29,480 His Majesty forcing this match 253 00:17:29,840 --> 00:17:31,440 upon us is unfair to both of us. 254 00:17:32,880 --> 00:17:34,310 You can continue being a princess. 255 00:17:35,040 --> 00:17:36,450 Don't give that up because of me. 256 00:17:39,760 --> 00:17:41,120 I've written a petition 257 00:17:41,480 --> 00:17:43,200 stating that I've suddenly fallen ill. 258 00:17:43,780 --> 00:17:46,140 This way, the marriage decree will be nullified. 259 00:17:47,240 --> 00:17:48,240 If you say that, 260 00:17:48,600 --> 00:17:50,270 who's going to marry you in the future? 261 00:17:58,840 --> 00:18:00,520 I have a cat that's spoiled. 262 00:18:01,120 --> 00:18:02,400 It knows it has a home, 263 00:18:02,760 --> 00:18:04,090 and even if it gets lost, someone will come looking for it. 264 00:18:04,280 --> 00:18:05,560 So it often wanders off. 265 00:18:08,720 --> 00:18:10,000 I don't have that kind of luck. 266 00:18:13,810 --> 00:18:14,810 The people 267 00:18:17,240 --> 00:18:18,240 who would search for me, 268 00:18:19,680 --> 00:18:21,590 who would dry my tears and shield me from the storm, 269 00:18:24,040 --> 00:18:25,080 are gone. 270 00:18:31,520 --> 00:18:32,520 I... 271 00:18:33,360 --> 00:18:35,090 I'll go to His Majesty and request to cancel the engagement. 272 00:18:42,200 --> 00:18:43,200 I want to marry you. 273 00:19:08,400 --> 00:19:09,400 Su Su. 274 00:19:11,760 --> 00:19:12,800 Su Su, don't worry. 275 00:19:12,960 --> 00:19:14,760 We won't let you jump into this pit of fire. 276 00:19:14,960 --> 00:19:17,240 How about this? You hide outside the city for a few days. 277 00:19:17,320 --> 00:19:18,840 Shou Gu has experience with breaking engagements. 278 00:19:18,920 --> 00:19:20,640 We'll do something to break the engagement. 279 00:19:20,730 --> 00:19:22,240 I've agreed to marry Song Han. 280 00:19:22,320 --> 00:19:23,320 Alright, we'll... 281 00:19:23,720 --> 00:19:24,720 Wait, what? 282 00:19:25,440 --> 00:19:27,810 Are you out of your mind, or have you lost your senses? 283 00:19:28,720 --> 00:19:29,720 Did you go see him? 284 00:19:33,680 --> 00:19:36,480 Song Han has always been good at playing the victim and sweet-talking people. 285 00:19:36,560 --> 00:19:38,200 I want to marry him. 286 00:19:38,720 --> 00:19:41,520 With the honor of an imperial marriage and the title of princess, 287 00:19:42,000 --> 00:19:43,800 this will greatly benefit our business. 288 00:19:44,120 --> 00:19:46,280 Besides, his parents are gone. He needs my help. 289 00:19:46,360 --> 00:19:47,890 So, he wouldn't dare mistreat me. 290 00:19:48,120 --> 00:19:49,960 And with you managing the household, 291 00:19:50,640 --> 00:19:52,460 sister-in-law relationships will be easier to handle. 292 00:19:52,540 --> 00:19:54,580 This marriage is actually a good arrangement. 293 00:19:55,000 --> 00:19:56,640 You made some good points, 294 00:19:56,920 --> 00:19:58,350 but have you thought about the most important thing? 295 00:19:58,440 --> 00:20:00,810 You like him, but does he like you back? 296 00:20:01,360 --> 00:20:03,240 This man isn't exactly trustworthy. 297 00:20:03,840 --> 00:20:05,640 He's had a difficult past, 298 00:20:06,360 --> 00:20:08,580 so it's only natural for him to be cautious and guarded. 299 00:20:10,320 --> 00:20:13,000 Zhao, remember when we used to transplant rice or flowers? 300 00:20:13,150 --> 00:20:15,250 Sometimes we'd come across plants with weak roots. 301 00:20:15,440 --> 00:20:16,880 But with proper care, 302 00:20:16,960 --> 00:20:18,610 they eventually thrived and bore fruit. 303 00:20:19,480 --> 00:20:22,760 A marriage is like transplanting a seedling. 304 00:20:23,280 --> 00:20:25,480 I believe I can change him. 305 00:20:43,600 --> 00:20:45,840 Young Master, you've been waiting for four hours. 306 00:21:11,920 --> 00:21:13,200 Thank you for the test. 307 00:21:13,960 --> 00:21:14,960 Lord Song, 308 00:21:15,960 --> 00:21:16,960 please take the seat. 309 00:21:23,040 --> 00:21:25,440 This used to be the Duke of Ying's spot. 310 00:21:26,720 --> 00:21:28,600 (Confidential Letter) Now it's yours. 311 00:21:34,160 --> 00:21:36,740 (Duke of Ying's Residence) 312 00:21:46,080 --> 00:21:48,600 An Ping, stop opening up the gifts. 313 00:21:48,940 --> 00:21:51,300 Noble families care a lot about saving face. 314 00:21:52,720 --> 00:21:54,160 My sister is a princess. 315 00:21:54,400 --> 00:21:56,840 Her moving into his residence is already saving him face. 316 00:21:56,920 --> 00:21:59,920 Keep your voice down! Don't let Song Han hear such remarks, 317 00:22:00,000 --> 00:22:01,850 or you might bring trouble to your sister. 318 00:22:02,160 --> 00:22:03,160 Alright. 319 00:22:03,360 --> 00:22:05,600 Most of these gifts are from business associates. 320 00:22:06,360 --> 00:22:07,560 He's neither the legitimate heir nor the eldest son. 321 00:22:07,650 --> 00:22:08,810 He has no right to complain. 322 00:22:09,000 --> 00:22:10,000 That's right. 323 00:22:10,680 --> 00:22:12,690 What's so special about these cups and jade trinkets anyway? 324 00:22:12,960 --> 00:22:14,520 Stop opening them. 325 00:22:18,240 --> 00:22:19,320 I'm sorry about this, Han. 326 00:22:19,400 --> 00:22:22,310 An Ping had a bit to drink and got carried away. 327 00:22:22,720 --> 00:22:23,970 Please don't take offense. 328 00:22:28,000 --> 00:22:29,000 It's fine. 329 00:22:30,160 --> 00:22:32,640 These gifts were meant for Princess Anyu in the first place. 330 00:22:33,120 --> 00:22:35,840 An Ping is her brother, after all. 331 00:22:36,920 --> 00:22:38,070 You're absolutely right, Han. 332 00:22:38,150 --> 00:22:39,150 Father, Mother, 333 00:22:39,360 --> 00:22:42,130 since Brother-in-law said so, as the only son in the family, 334 00:22:42,480 --> 00:22:43,600 shouldn't I be the one 335 00:22:43,960 --> 00:22:45,570 managing my sister's gifts and dowry? 336 00:22:45,640 --> 00:22:46,840 How insolent! 337 00:22:49,400 --> 00:22:51,360 -Who is she? -Who are you? 338 00:22:59,000 --> 00:23:00,090 How dare you hit me! 339 00:23:00,360 --> 00:23:01,560 Do you know who I am? 340 00:23:01,760 --> 00:23:03,480 My sister is a princess by imperial decree, 341 00:23:03,570 --> 00:23:05,230 and I'm her only younger brother! 342 00:23:06,840 --> 00:23:08,400 This is the Empress's jade token. 343 00:23:08,480 --> 00:23:10,760 To see this is to see the Empress herself. 344 00:23:13,400 --> 00:23:14,520 You, a mere commoner, 345 00:23:14,680 --> 00:23:16,840 dare to lay claim to the princess's gifts? 346 00:23:17,480 --> 00:23:19,280 You've openly disregarded the dignity of the imperial family. 347 00:23:19,370 --> 00:23:21,640 Guards! Drag him out and flog him 20 times. 348 00:23:21,960 --> 00:23:23,160 Father! Mother! 349 00:23:23,480 --> 00:23:24,560 Walk! 350 00:23:24,720 --> 00:23:26,640 Madam! Please have mercy! 351 00:23:26,720 --> 00:23:27,960 Your Majesty, please forgive him! 352 00:23:28,040 --> 00:23:29,400 It's my fault. I failed to discipline my son well. 353 00:23:29,480 --> 00:23:30,480 Director Su. 354 00:23:33,320 --> 00:23:34,810 The princess requests your presence. 355 00:23:36,530 --> 00:23:38,920 Out of respect for the princess, 356 00:23:39,160 --> 00:23:40,720 I'll let this matter slide today. 357 00:23:40,950 --> 00:23:43,510 But if you dare disgrace the imperial family's honor again, 358 00:23:43,960 --> 00:23:45,760 it won't be as simple as a flogging. 359 00:23:47,560 --> 00:23:48,920 Thank you, Your Majesty! 360 00:23:52,480 --> 00:23:53,760 An Ping! 361 00:23:53,840 --> 00:23:56,960 -Are you alright? -My face is swollen, Mother. 362 00:24:17,320 --> 00:24:18,600 The auspicious hour has arrived. 363 00:24:18,720 --> 00:24:20,870 The bride and groom shall now perform the bowing ceremony. 364 00:24:21,640 --> 00:24:24,280 First bow. 365 00:24:27,680 --> 00:24:29,360 Second bow. 366 00:24:31,240 --> 00:24:32,680 A lowly illegitimate son 367 00:24:33,280 --> 00:24:36,080 marrying a princess from a merchant family. 368 00:24:36,240 --> 00:24:38,080 No wonder only the lady official is presiding. 369 00:24:38,960 --> 00:24:40,640 Even the Duke and Duchess didn't bother to attend. 370 00:24:40,720 --> 00:24:41,780 Exactly. 371 00:24:43,520 --> 00:24:44,920 The Duke and Duchess of Ying 372 00:24:45,070 --> 00:24:48,270 has come to congratulate the martial champion and Princess Anyu! 373 00:25:01,520 --> 00:25:02,520 Zhao, 374 00:25:02,680 --> 00:25:03,920 I knew you'd come. 375 00:25:04,400 --> 00:25:05,400 Of course I'd come. 376 00:25:07,880 --> 00:25:08,880 Cover your face. 377 00:25:11,680 --> 00:25:13,600 Look at that! That's a lot! 378 00:25:15,400 --> 00:25:16,910 So much gold, silver, and jewelry! 379 00:25:17,080 --> 00:25:19,320 Just look at it, there's every style imaginable! 380 00:25:20,640 --> 00:25:22,090 Today is the princess's wedding. 381 00:25:22,440 --> 00:25:24,040 Please join in the celebration. 382 00:25:30,920 --> 00:25:32,560 Thank you all for attending the wedding. 383 00:25:32,680 --> 00:25:33,680 According to custom, 384 00:25:33,930 --> 00:25:35,440 those who bear witness to the union must 385 00:25:35,560 --> 00:25:37,270 have experienced full blessings themselves. 386 00:25:37,400 --> 00:25:39,980 Having lost both my parents and faced a life fraught with misfortune, 387 00:25:40,320 --> 00:25:41,320 I once thought 388 00:25:41,720 --> 00:25:43,440 I would never feel the warmth of family. 389 00:25:44,280 --> 00:25:45,280 But I was fortunate 390 00:25:47,000 --> 00:25:48,000 to have someone 391 00:25:49,640 --> 00:25:50,920 come into my life. 392 00:25:54,840 --> 00:25:55,840 Now, 393 00:25:56,400 --> 00:25:57,920 I cherish the beauty of a good marriage 394 00:25:58,010 --> 00:25:59,930 and the rarity of finding a true partner 395 00:26:00,200 --> 00:26:01,480 more than anyone. 396 00:26:03,480 --> 00:26:04,480 So, 397 00:26:06,560 --> 00:26:07,560 Song Han, 398 00:26:08,840 --> 00:26:10,460 I wish the same good fortune for you. 399 00:26:11,440 --> 00:26:14,080 May your union be as harmonious as the zither and lute. 400 00:26:15,880 --> 00:26:16,880 I believe this is 401 00:26:18,080 --> 00:26:21,080 also Song Yi Chun's greatest wish for you. 402 00:26:25,880 --> 00:26:27,100 Thank you for your wishes. 403 00:26:27,480 --> 00:26:28,480 The ceremony is complete! 404 00:26:28,560 --> 00:26:30,240 Yes! Yes! 405 00:26:30,320 --> 00:26:33,320 Congratulations! May the bride and groom grow old together in happiness! 406 00:26:33,400 --> 00:26:34,520 Congratulations! 407 00:26:45,240 --> 00:26:47,160 Since you came to give your blessings to An Su, 408 00:26:47,240 --> 00:26:49,160 why didn't you attend her wedding ceremony? 409 00:26:51,400 --> 00:26:53,560 A crowd of ordinary people making a ruckus. 410 00:26:53,640 --> 00:26:54,640 What's the fun in that? 411 00:26:57,600 --> 00:26:58,770 But you, on the other hand, 412 00:26:58,960 --> 00:27:01,480 put on quite the show of deep brotherly affection. 413 00:27:04,720 --> 00:27:05,720 What do you want? 414 00:27:06,810 --> 00:27:09,010 I taught you acupuncture to save others. 415 00:27:10,080 --> 00:27:11,280 Today, I'll give you 416 00:27:12,080 --> 00:27:13,480 another advice to save yourself. 417 00:27:13,840 --> 00:27:14,840 What do you mean? 418 00:27:15,200 --> 00:27:16,400 Leave Mantis Song. 419 00:27:24,850 --> 00:27:26,680 He's a target for everyone right now. 420 00:27:27,240 --> 00:27:29,040 For your own sake, and for the Dou family, 421 00:27:29,600 --> 00:27:31,240 you can't follow him into danger. 422 00:27:32,760 --> 00:27:34,820 I just want to break free from this game of chess 423 00:27:35,240 --> 00:27:36,440 and gain my freedom. 424 00:27:36,800 --> 00:27:38,560 Do you even know who's controlling the game? 425 00:27:38,800 --> 00:27:40,080 Even His Majesty 426 00:27:40,560 --> 00:27:42,200 might be just another pawn. 427 00:27:42,600 --> 00:27:45,040 It's still uncertain who will win in the end. 428 00:27:46,160 --> 00:27:47,440 And even if that day comes, 429 00:27:48,120 --> 00:27:49,280 I will accept it willingly. 430 00:27:51,880 --> 00:27:52,920 As expected. 431 00:27:53,760 --> 00:27:56,480 When one is caught up in love, even the wisest become foolish. 432 00:27:57,160 --> 00:27:58,280 Don't say I didn't warn you. 433 00:27:59,080 --> 00:28:01,000 If something happens to Mantis Song again, 434 00:28:02,040 --> 00:28:03,760 the little freedom you've managed to claim 435 00:28:04,440 --> 00:28:05,800 will be hanging by a thread. 436 00:28:20,240 --> 00:28:21,740 Congratulations, Young Master Han. 437 00:28:22,000 --> 00:28:23,000 Thank you. 438 00:28:25,870 --> 00:28:27,280 Congratulations, Young Master Han. 439 00:28:29,680 --> 00:28:31,600 Wishing you a lifetime of happiness. 440 00:28:32,720 --> 00:28:33,760 Look at him. 441 00:28:34,840 --> 00:28:35,840 Young Master Han. 442 00:28:36,120 --> 00:28:37,720 Wishing you a lifetime of happiness 443 00:28:37,920 --> 00:28:39,260 and a swift arrival of a child! 444 00:28:41,160 --> 00:28:43,240 His father dies, and now he relies on his new wife. 445 00:28:43,320 --> 00:28:45,400 -That's right. -Congratulations, Young Master Han. 446 00:28:47,000 --> 00:28:48,000 Come on. 447 00:28:53,880 --> 00:28:55,760 An illegitimate son managing to rise this far, 448 00:28:55,840 --> 00:28:57,000 it's like his ancestors' graves are spewing good fortune! 449 00:28:57,080 --> 00:28:58,160 What more could he want? 450 00:28:58,320 --> 00:28:59,960 When his father was alive, he relied on him. 451 00:29:00,040 --> 00:29:01,680 After his father's death, he relied on his brother. 452 00:29:01,760 --> 00:29:03,240 And now he's relying on his new wife. 453 00:29:03,840 --> 00:29:05,000 What a lucky man! 454 00:29:30,080 --> 00:29:31,760 Congratulations, Your Highness. 455 00:29:34,120 --> 00:29:35,120 Thank you, Your Highness. 456 00:29:36,160 --> 00:29:37,880 -Thank you, Your Highness. -You may go. 457 00:29:47,440 --> 00:29:49,120 Congratulations, Your Highness. 458 00:29:51,880 --> 00:29:52,880 Director Su, 459 00:29:53,240 --> 00:29:54,240 you may also go and rest. 460 00:29:54,640 --> 00:29:55,640 Thank you, Your Highness. 461 00:30:30,320 --> 00:30:31,320 Your Highness. 462 00:31:31,720 --> 00:31:33,400 I'm not used to having people serve me, 463 00:31:33,560 --> 00:31:35,040 so I poured the nuptial wine myself. 464 00:31:35,110 --> 00:31:36,110 Was that improper? 465 00:31:36,600 --> 00:31:37,980 You're worrying for nothing, Your Highness. 466 00:31:38,440 --> 00:31:39,440 It's perfectly fine. 467 00:31:39,720 --> 00:31:41,380 I don't like having attendants in the room either, 468 00:31:41,640 --> 00:31:44,320 so I dismissed them. 469 00:31:46,080 --> 00:31:47,760 You should just call me An Su, 470 00:31:48,080 --> 00:31:49,080 like before. 471 00:31:49,480 --> 00:31:51,340 Addressing me as Your Highness sounds distant. 472 00:31:51,520 --> 00:31:52,950 You're a princess, Your Highness. 473 00:31:53,680 --> 00:31:54,850 I wouldn't dare to be rude. 474 00:31:58,960 --> 00:32:00,150 According to tradition, 475 00:32:00,880 --> 00:32:02,910 shouldn't we start by drinking the nuptial wine? 476 00:33:06,840 --> 00:33:09,640 Mu Yu, I have a wedding gift for you. 477 00:33:09,760 --> 00:33:11,560 Can you turn around first? 478 00:33:35,280 --> 00:33:36,280 Mu Yu! 479 00:33:50,880 --> 00:33:51,880 Your face. 480 00:33:56,640 --> 00:33:57,640 This is 481 00:33:58,480 --> 00:34:00,250 the handkerchief I gave you when we first met. 482 00:34:01,360 --> 00:34:02,360 You've been keeping it. 483 00:34:15,960 --> 00:34:16,960 Your Highness! 484 00:34:17,600 --> 00:34:18,600 I'm sorry! 485 00:34:19,159 --> 00:34:22,679 This handkerchief was the start of our connection. 486 00:34:23,360 --> 00:34:25,159 I was going to return it to you today, 487 00:34:27,239 --> 00:34:29,560 as a way to affirm our love. 488 00:34:31,440 --> 00:34:33,159 I've never been comfortable with people serving me closely 489 00:34:35,679 --> 00:34:37,639 because I often lose control over myself. 490 00:34:38,560 --> 00:34:40,800 I don't even know why I've become this way. 491 00:34:41,159 --> 00:34:42,159 Your Highness, 492 00:34:42,800 --> 00:34:43,800 I'm sorry. 493 00:34:44,239 --> 00:34:45,600 I'll excuse myself for tonight. 494 00:34:46,239 --> 00:34:47,239 Get some rest. 495 00:35:05,400 --> 00:35:08,240 (Duke of Ying's Residence) 496 00:35:09,040 --> 00:35:10,520 Princess Anyu has arrived. 497 00:35:12,120 --> 00:35:13,600 Did you get a good night's sleep? 498 00:35:14,980 --> 00:35:17,410 Thank you for your concern. I'm feeling much better. 499 00:35:20,160 --> 00:35:21,760 -Greetings... -Your Highness, 500 00:35:22,560 --> 00:35:23,920 your noble status 501 00:35:24,160 --> 00:35:27,520 requires that everyone should bow to you and offer tea. 502 00:35:29,240 --> 00:35:30,240 That's right. 503 00:35:30,720 --> 00:35:31,920 We are but subjects, 504 00:35:32,160 --> 00:35:33,550 and you must take precedence, Your Highness. 505 00:35:33,630 --> 00:35:35,080 We cannot disrupt the proper hierarchy. 506 00:35:35,160 --> 00:35:38,480 Indeed. Your marriage to our family is a great honor bestowed by His Majesty. 507 00:35:38,560 --> 00:35:41,400 Perhaps you should oversee the household affairs, Your Highness, 508 00:35:41,750 --> 00:35:43,680 it would symbolize unity between the royal family and its subjects. 509 00:35:44,840 --> 00:35:46,920 My sister-in-law is the mistress of this household. 510 00:35:47,000 --> 00:35:48,670 It is only right for me to serve her tea. 511 00:35:50,520 --> 00:35:51,520 Your Highness, 512 00:35:51,760 --> 00:35:53,520 that would go against the royal etiquette. 513 00:35:54,000 --> 00:35:57,440 Her Grace should bow to you and offer tea. 514 00:35:58,680 --> 00:36:01,040 The dignity of the royal family cannot be compromised. 515 00:36:15,760 --> 00:36:16,840 You're right, Director Su. 516 00:36:17,320 --> 00:36:18,320 I was being foolish. 517 00:36:19,400 --> 00:36:20,400 Bring the tea. 518 00:36:37,320 --> 00:36:40,680 Your Grace, please kneel and offer tea to Princess Anyu. 519 00:36:55,320 --> 00:36:56,320 Zhao. 520 00:36:57,800 --> 00:36:59,360 -Let me offer you tea. -Your Highness. 521 00:36:59,640 --> 00:37:01,640 This goes against the royal etiquette. 522 00:37:02,520 --> 00:37:04,010 If this goes against the etiquette, 523 00:37:04,520 --> 00:37:06,960 Director Su, please tell Her Majesty 524 00:37:07,960 --> 00:37:09,410 to replace me with another princess. 525 00:37:18,440 --> 00:37:19,930 There's no need for this between us. 526 00:37:21,400 --> 00:37:23,110 Let's keep things as they've always been. 527 00:37:23,400 --> 00:37:25,880 In the days ahead, we'll support each other as equals. 528 00:37:49,720 --> 00:37:51,560 Your Highness, you're a noble now. 529 00:37:51,800 --> 00:37:53,400 Why are you doing chores? 530 00:37:54,440 --> 00:37:56,080 And that maid, Su Lan, 531 00:37:56,400 --> 00:37:58,400 she was ordering you around. 532 00:37:58,880 --> 00:38:00,040 How is that acceptable? 533 00:38:00,800 --> 00:38:03,040 We grew up together like sisters. 534 00:38:03,200 --> 00:38:04,880 There's no such thing as master and servant between us. 535 00:38:04,950 --> 00:38:06,230 That was before. 536 00:38:06,360 --> 00:38:08,320 You are a princess now. 537 00:38:09,790 --> 00:38:12,810 Every word and action of yours reflects the dignity of the royal family. 538 00:38:17,960 --> 00:38:18,960 Your Highness. 539 00:38:20,760 --> 00:38:21,760 Your Highness. 540 00:38:23,160 --> 00:38:25,040 This is the most popular shop in the capital right now. 541 00:38:25,120 --> 00:38:26,890 I had someone stand in line to get these. 542 00:38:28,560 --> 00:38:29,560 Try one. 543 00:38:36,000 --> 00:38:37,000 How is it? 544 00:38:37,490 --> 00:38:38,490 It's good! 545 00:38:52,120 --> 00:38:53,120 Yes, it is. 546 00:38:57,080 --> 00:38:59,200 I... I should bring some over to Zhao. 547 00:39:04,040 --> 00:39:05,040 I'll go with you. 548 00:39:15,720 --> 00:39:16,960 Sister, you're slacking off again! 549 00:39:17,040 --> 00:39:19,550 Didn't you say you couldn't find the full opera anthology? 550 00:39:19,730 --> 00:39:21,050 Why don't you ask An Su to help? 551 00:39:21,760 --> 00:39:23,160 During the previous Double Ninth Festival, 552 00:39:23,240 --> 00:39:25,560 she was always the one organizing these books and miscellaneous items. 553 00:39:25,650 --> 00:39:26,970 She knows better than anyone 554 00:39:27,300 --> 00:39:28,340 where each volume belongs. 555 00:39:28,640 --> 00:39:30,640 She's a princess now. 556 00:39:31,040 --> 00:39:33,040 Just earlier, when I went to Xixiang House to assign tasks, 557 00:39:33,130 --> 00:39:34,570 that lady official rebuked me. 558 00:39:34,840 --> 00:39:37,370 I wanted to talk to An Su about it, but Song Han stopped me. 559 00:39:37,600 --> 00:39:38,800 Acting all high and mighty. 560 00:39:39,080 --> 00:39:42,320 One day, she might even use us as scapegoats to establish her authority. 561 00:39:42,640 --> 00:39:44,550 If it weren't for Her Ladyship, 562 00:39:44,660 --> 00:39:46,090 she wouldn't be where she is today. 563 00:39:46,240 --> 00:39:47,680 Never say such things again. 564 00:39:52,520 --> 00:39:54,000 We've been out here all day, 565 00:39:54,080 --> 00:39:55,550 and the paintings still aren't dry. 566 00:39:59,160 --> 00:40:01,520 The wind is picking up, hurry and gather them up. 567 00:40:04,360 --> 00:40:05,360 An Su. 568 00:40:07,160 --> 00:40:09,200 Let's deliver the pastries later. 569 00:40:09,640 --> 00:40:10,640 Let's head back first. 570 00:40:11,360 --> 00:40:12,360 I have a gift for you. 571 00:40:12,920 --> 00:40:15,200 I was going to give it to you during the Double Ninth Festival. 572 00:40:15,280 --> 00:40:16,750 I don't know if you'll like it, 573 00:40:17,400 --> 00:40:18,400 but let's go take a look. 574 00:40:35,990 --> 00:40:38,760 This is a room I prepared for you. 575 00:40:39,690 --> 00:40:41,650 You can study soils, manage accounts, 576 00:40:41,920 --> 00:40:43,420 or do anything else you want here. 577 00:40:54,920 --> 00:40:57,640 Have you been sleeping here these past few days? 578 00:40:58,840 --> 00:40:59,840 Yes. 579 00:41:00,560 --> 00:41:02,240 I'm afraid that if my illness acts up, 580 00:41:02,360 --> 00:41:03,360 I might hurt you again. 581 00:41:03,920 --> 00:41:06,640 Earlier, when I pulled you away from the Yizhi Hall, 582 00:41:07,160 --> 00:41:08,450 it was also to protect you. 583 00:41:10,880 --> 00:41:14,120 Some people say things just to vent their emotions. 584 00:41:14,960 --> 00:41:15,960 Don't take them to heart. 585 00:41:17,400 --> 00:41:18,760 They weren't wrong. 586 00:41:19,960 --> 00:41:21,240 When my family fell on hard times, 587 00:41:21,320 --> 00:41:23,480 if it weren't for Zhao treating me like a sister, 588 00:41:23,550 --> 00:41:24,910 nurturing and guiding me, 589 00:41:27,200 --> 00:41:29,080 I would've been no different from a servant. 590 00:41:29,220 --> 00:41:30,580 I'm sure Zhao didn't mean it. 591 00:41:30,910 --> 00:41:32,510 She's just used to ordering you around. 592 00:41:32,800 --> 00:41:34,450 Habits like that don't change overnight. 593 00:41:41,000 --> 00:41:42,000 In the world, 594 00:41:43,360 --> 00:41:45,280 having just one person who values you 595 00:41:46,040 --> 00:41:47,040 and treasures you 596 00:41:48,120 --> 00:41:49,120 is enough. 597 00:42:03,320 --> 00:42:04,800 Your Graces, 598 00:42:05,080 --> 00:42:06,620 our spies in Liaodong have sent word. 599 00:42:08,680 --> 00:42:10,040 According to the imperial decree, 600 00:42:10,120 --> 00:42:12,680 ten dans of grain at the horse market should be sold for seven taels. 601 00:42:12,760 --> 00:42:16,390 However, Prince Qing has been secretly raising the price to 20 taels per month 602 00:42:16,760 --> 00:42:17,960 while submitting only 30 percent of the proceeds to the court. 603 00:42:18,150 --> 00:42:19,650 This has caused chaos in Liaodong. 604 00:42:20,040 --> 00:42:22,790 Prince Qing is abusing his power to amass private wealth. 605 00:42:23,520 --> 00:42:25,890 This is a serious matter that requires careful planning. 606 00:42:26,280 --> 00:42:27,960 If we act rashly without a backup plan, 607 00:42:28,400 --> 00:42:31,630 Prince Qing might cover it up and turn it against us. 608 00:42:49,010 --> 00:42:50,070 I'm sorry, Dou Zhao. 609 00:42:50,440 --> 00:42:52,790 Please don't blame it on Her Highness and ruin your friendship. 610 00:42:52,870 --> 00:42:54,470 You keep saying we're friends, 611 00:42:54,560 --> 00:42:56,240 yet you've painted my husband and me as beasts. 612 00:42:56,320 --> 00:42:58,100 Don't I at least deserve an explanation? 613 00:42:58,320 --> 00:42:59,320 If I hadn't come, 614 00:42:59,600 --> 00:43:01,120 were you going to tear Dou Zhao apart? 615 00:43:01,640 --> 00:43:04,000 Today, I sever all ties between us. 616 00:43:04,280 --> 00:43:06,440 The next time we meet, we will be enemies.