1 00:00:06,920 --> 00:00:08,039 It's cold and windy. 2 00:00:08,119 --> 00:00:09,680 My Lady, take care of yourself. 3 00:00:09,800 --> 00:00:10,650 It's alright. 4 00:00:10,840 --> 00:00:12,080 I'm not that weak. 5 00:00:13,040 --> 00:00:14,040 But An Su, 6 00:00:14,880 --> 00:00:16,160 I'm really worried about her. 7 00:00:17,440 --> 00:00:19,600 An Su must be heartbroken now. 8 00:00:20,320 --> 00:00:21,600 It's not convenient for me to see her. 9 00:00:22,440 --> 00:00:24,000 Go buy her some supplements. 10 00:00:24,480 --> 00:00:25,330 Alright, ma'am. 11 00:00:26,040 --> 00:00:26,890 Who is it? 12 00:00:31,560 --> 00:00:32,409 Miss Su? 13 00:00:33,160 --> 00:00:34,240 What are you doing? 14 00:00:40,840 --> 00:00:41,690 Zhao. 15 00:00:42,800 --> 00:00:43,680 Leave for now. 16 00:00:43,760 --> 00:00:44,720 Yes, Your Highness. 17 00:00:52,000 --> 00:00:53,840 My Lady, I'd like to ask you 18 00:00:54,480 --> 00:00:57,040 where did you get this hairpin? 19 00:00:59,440 --> 00:01:02,640 My Lady, my mother told me to give you this hairpin. 20 00:01:02,720 --> 00:01:03,570 Thank you. 21 00:01:03,760 --> 00:01:04,720 I can't accept it. 22 00:01:11,520 --> 00:01:13,000 It was given as a gift from a mother and her son. 23 00:01:14,400 --> 00:01:16,480 When Yan Tang rescued them, 24 00:01:17,120 --> 00:01:19,840 their village has been massacred by the bandits. 25 00:01:21,160 --> 00:01:22,920 The boy's arm was injured by the fire. 26 00:01:23,240 --> 00:01:24,560 Fortunately, he was rescued in time. 27 00:01:25,280 --> 00:01:26,130 Otherwise, 28 00:01:26,840 --> 00:01:28,280 he would be dying on the streets. 29 00:01:42,680 --> 00:01:43,960 The person you saved 30 00:01:44,870 --> 00:01:48,360 were my mother and younger brother. 31 00:01:56,000 --> 00:01:58,320 Can you take me to see them? 32 00:02:09,289 --> 00:02:11,650 (Zhaowen Bookstore) 33 00:02:40,000 --> 00:02:43,079 Your mother and brother are living well in Liaodong. 34 00:02:44,040 --> 00:02:45,160 As long as you're loyal, 35 00:02:45,400 --> 00:02:48,320 I will never ill-treat your family. 36 00:02:51,079 --> 00:02:54,640 I will never forget your great kindness to my family. 37 00:02:56,040 --> 00:02:58,960 I am willing to risk my life and devote myself wholeheartedly. 38 00:03:13,320 --> 00:03:15,720 My Lady, please don't tell them I've been here 39 00:03:16,680 --> 00:03:18,040 so as not to complicate matters. 40 00:03:19,040 --> 00:03:19,890 Don't worry. 41 00:03:23,960 --> 00:03:25,720 Goodbye, ma'am. 42 00:03:28,440 --> 00:03:29,290 Yan! 43 00:03:35,480 --> 00:03:36,329 Yan! 44 00:03:39,800 --> 00:03:41,370 -Yan! -Mother! 45 00:03:41,920 --> 00:03:42,770 Mother. 46 00:03:44,760 --> 00:03:46,079 I was deceived by a villain. 47 00:03:47,680 --> 00:03:49,120 I didn't know that Brother and you 48 00:03:49,920 --> 00:03:51,360 had a hard life. 49 00:03:52,360 --> 00:03:53,640 Yan! 50 00:03:56,480 --> 00:03:58,280 I finally found you. 51 00:03:58,360 --> 00:03:59,210 Mother. 52 00:03:59,880 --> 00:04:03,120 Brother and you must live well. 53 00:04:10,400 --> 00:04:12,000 -My Lady. -No. 54 00:04:13,480 --> 00:04:18,240 You saved my mother and brother. 55 00:04:18,680 --> 00:04:20,240 You also placed them properly. 56 00:04:20,880 --> 00:04:22,200 This great kindness, 57 00:04:23,280 --> 00:04:25,080 I will never forget about it. 58 00:04:27,480 --> 00:04:28,920 If there is an opportunity, 59 00:04:30,920 --> 00:04:31,770 I will definitely 60 00:04:32,880 --> 00:04:34,640 return this favor. 61 00:06:02,690 --> 00:06:06,150 (Blossom) 62 00:06:06,650 --> 00:06:09,170 (Episode 30) 63 00:06:20,320 --> 00:06:21,280 What are you doing? 64 00:06:22,440 --> 00:06:23,510 The glutinous rice balls. 65 00:06:24,320 --> 00:06:26,120 You're right. A palace banquet will be held. 66 00:06:26,200 --> 00:06:27,050 That's right. 67 00:06:28,400 --> 00:06:29,250 By the way, 68 00:06:29,760 --> 00:06:31,160 Prince Qing is returning to the capital. 69 00:06:31,240 --> 00:06:32,720 We can't take it lightly. 70 00:06:33,960 --> 00:06:34,960 The more evidence we have, 71 00:06:35,040 --> 00:06:36,200 the closer we are to danger. 72 00:06:36,880 --> 00:06:39,200 We need to figure out what Prince Qing has in hand as soon as possible. 73 00:06:39,280 --> 00:06:40,320 He is far away in Liaodong. 74 00:06:40,400 --> 00:06:42,120 He can't possibly get to know the situation in the palace that fast. 75 00:06:42,560 --> 00:06:45,360 Therefore, there must be an important people in the palace who help him. 76 00:06:45,440 --> 00:06:46,320 And it's more than one. 77 00:06:47,840 --> 00:06:50,520 It is too difficult for us to interfere in the Grand Secretariat, 78 00:06:51,440 --> 00:06:53,520 unless we use the power of the crown prince. 79 00:06:54,920 --> 00:06:56,080 The crown prince is unruly. 80 00:06:56,159 --> 00:06:57,560 He and I can't get along, really. 81 00:06:57,960 --> 00:06:58,810 It's alright. 82 00:06:59,920 --> 00:07:02,760 Prince Qing dealt with you from behind. 83 00:07:03,200 --> 00:07:04,960 We can also get the strength from behind. 84 00:07:06,840 --> 00:07:10,760 The Crown Princess invited me to the palace to discuss the palace banquet. 85 00:07:11,120 --> 00:07:12,200 This is a good opportunity. 86 00:07:12,720 --> 00:07:15,240 Prince Qing also invited me to hunt at the hunting ground. 87 00:07:15,880 --> 00:07:17,040 I'll pick you up after it's over. 88 00:07:50,920 --> 00:07:53,040 It's fun to eat the glutinous rice balls like this. 89 00:07:53,840 --> 00:07:54,880 It's creative and sumptuous. 90 00:07:55,600 --> 00:07:57,159 No wonder the Empress specially told me 91 00:07:57,240 --> 00:07:59,920 to leave the banquet arrangement to you. 92 00:08:00,320 --> 00:08:02,280 After all, as the daughter-in-law, 93 00:08:02,560 --> 00:08:04,840 I'm not as good as you. 94 00:08:08,680 --> 00:08:09,640 It's a state banquet. 95 00:08:10,160 --> 00:08:12,760 The Empress and Your Highness must be honored. 96 00:08:13,160 --> 00:08:14,920 I'm just lending a hand. 97 00:08:15,960 --> 00:08:18,520 Although the glutinous rice balls looks novel, 98 00:08:19,280 --> 00:08:22,560 the dough and filling are from the imperial kitchen. 99 00:08:26,040 --> 00:08:28,280 But after all, this is a banquet organized by the Crown Prince. 100 00:08:28,920 --> 00:08:31,160 The Empress dislikes rigid banquets. 101 00:08:32,600 --> 00:08:33,450 This... 102 00:08:35,159 --> 00:08:38,280 What if elegance and integrity are the main focus? 103 00:08:40,760 --> 00:08:42,440 The first song played by Court Entertainment Bureau 104 00:08:42,520 --> 00:08:45,280 can be changed to "Qing Jiang Yin" or "Chao Tian Zi". 105 00:08:45,640 --> 00:08:50,000 The Food Bureau can get the vegetables from places with the best harvest 106 00:08:50,360 --> 00:08:51,560 and cook local dishes. 107 00:08:53,160 --> 00:08:54,480 If His Majesty asks about this, 108 00:08:54,920 --> 00:08:56,280 it can also make His Majesty happy. 109 00:08:59,800 --> 00:09:01,240 Do as the Duchess says. 110 00:09:01,600 --> 00:09:02,450 Yes. 111 00:09:03,680 --> 00:09:04,640 I'm weak in archery. 112 00:09:06,840 --> 00:09:08,480 Brother, please guide me. 113 00:09:09,560 --> 00:09:10,840 If you want to show off, 114 00:09:11,120 --> 00:09:12,960 you should do it in front of Father. 115 00:09:14,160 --> 00:09:15,400 You got the wrong person 116 00:09:16,120 --> 00:09:17,040 in the hunting ground. 117 00:09:23,360 --> 00:09:24,210 That's right. 118 00:09:26,840 --> 00:09:28,600 Yan Tang closed his eyes and shot. 119 00:09:29,800 --> 00:09:31,120 I can never forget about it. 120 00:09:32,480 --> 00:09:33,330 Yan Tang. 121 00:09:33,920 --> 00:09:34,960 My brother is good in civil 122 00:09:35,600 --> 00:09:36,450 while I'm good in martial arts. 123 00:09:37,000 --> 00:09:41,320 Do you prefer civil or martial arts now? 124 00:09:44,560 --> 00:09:46,120 The only thing I prefer now 125 00:09:47,160 --> 00:09:48,280 is family peace. 126 00:09:49,160 --> 00:09:50,400 I want to keep my wife company, 127 00:09:50,760 --> 00:09:52,280 watch performance and lanterns with her. 128 00:09:52,920 --> 00:09:54,040 I want to live a peaceful life with her. 129 00:09:55,000 --> 00:09:55,850 That will be enough. 130 00:09:56,640 --> 00:09:58,880 Yan Tang, you're good at avoiding now. 131 00:09:59,720 --> 00:10:01,160 Family comfort... 132 00:10:01,960 --> 00:10:03,120 Battle in court... 133 00:10:03,800 --> 00:10:05,160 It's possible to have both. 134 00:10:05,840 --> 00:10:08,080 -Look at the Crown Prince. -You form an alliance to seize power. 135 00:10:09,920 --> 00:10:11,280 It has nothing to do with me. 136 00:10:13,160 --> 00:10:14,800 This has a lot to do with you! 137 00:10:20,600 --> 00:10:24,200 How many supporters do you still have in the court now? 138 00:10:25,800 --> 00:10:27,720 And there are many impeachments. 139 00:10:29,880 --> 00:10:31,240 Your Highnesses are discussing family affairs 140 00:10:31,880 --> 00:10:33,040 which I'm not supposed to listen to. 141 00:10:33,960 --> 00:10:34,920 I shall take my leave. 142 00:10:35,200 --> 00:10:36,050 Song Mo! 143 00:10:36,560 --> 00:10:38,080 You're the commander of the Imperial Guards. 144 00:10:39,000 --> 00:10:40,760 It is your duty to protect the royal family. 145 00:10:41,160 --> 00:10:44,520 If anything happens to the Crown Prince or me, 146 00:10:46,160 --> 00:10:47,480 can you get away from this? 147 00:10:47,560 --> 00:10:48,410 You Ting! 148 00:10:49,040 --> 00:10:51,560 Aren't you going to hide your rebellious intentions anymore? 149 00:10:51,970 --> 00:10:53,050 I can kill you 150 00:10:54,280 --> 00:10:55,760 with what you said. 151 00:10:56,360 --> 00:10:58,600 Brother, you still love to be an upright person. 152 00:10:59,400 --> 00:11:01,160 You're quick to slander me. 153 00:11:01,480 --> 00:11:03,240 But to accuse me of rebellious, 154 00:11:03,880 --> 00:11:05,000 you must have evidence. 155 00:11:06,280 --> 00:11:09,080 What's more, even if someone really wants to rebel, 156 00:11:09,720 --> 00:11:11,680 based on the situation you're in now, 157 00:11:12,120 --> 00:11:13,640 only by giving up the position of Crown Prince 158 00:11:14,280 --> 00:11:15,560 for the capable one 159 00:11:16,520 --> 00:11:18,160 can you protect the people and the country 160 00:11:18,720 --> 00:11:20,080 from falling into misery. 161 00:11:20,440 --> 00:11:21,290 You're impudent! 162 00:11:21,400 --> 00:11:22,360 Imperial Guards, listen to my order! 163 00:11:22,440 --> 00:11:23,290 Yes! 164 00:11:23,400 --> 00:11:25,600 Turn your back around! 165 00:11:26,320 --> 00:11:29,640 Anyone who listens or looks at them will be punished! 166 00:11:29,720 --> 00:11:30,570 Yes! 167 00:11:42,040 --> 00:11:43,960 His Highness is capable and tolerant. 168 00:11:44,320 --> 00:11:46,760 The Duke of Ying admires His Highness for this. 169 00:11:48,840 --> 00:11:50,440 As expected, you're an educated one. 170 00:11:50,720 --> 00:11:54,400 You turned that stubborn man into a nice guy. 171 00:11:57,400 --> 00:11:58,920 All the wives in the world 172 00:11:59,400 --> 00:12:03,040 agree to their husbands. 173 00:12:03,920 --> 00:12:05,600 But they scold their husbands hard in their hearts. 174 00:12:26,400 --> 00:12:27,250 Your Highness. 175 00:12:28,360 --> 00:12:29,560 Are you pregnant? 176 00:12:32,480 --> 00:12:33,720 How did you know? 177 00:12:34,720 --> 00:12:36,720 The anchovies in this season are the freshest. 178 00:12:37,400 --> 00:12:39,520 But Your Highness found it fishy. 179 00:12:39,920 --> 00:12:41,040 When a woman is expecting, 180 00:12:41,440 --> 00:12:43,560 she has the most acute sense of smell. 181 00:12:43,800 --> 00:12:46,160 Food preferences will also change. 182 00:12:48,720 --> 00:12:49,760 So am I. 183 00:12:55,520 --> 00:12:56,760 The imperial doctor checked before. 184 00:12:57,480 --> 00:12:59,560 He said that I am weak. 185 00:13:00,360 --> 00:13:01,320 It's difficult for me to get pregnant. 186 00:13:02,160 --> 00:13:03,520 Therefore we didn't make it public. 187 00:13:06,920 --> 00:13:08,040 I still don't feel well. 188 00:13:08,640 --> 00:13:09,880 Eunuch Wang. 189 00:13:10,280 --> 00:13:12,120 Please get some magnolia flowers for me. 190 00:13:12,480 --> 00:13:13,330 Sure. 191 00:13:16,600 --> 00:13:18,800 Take that one for me. 192 00:13:18,960 --> 00:13:19,810 Yes. 193 00:13:26,560 --> 00:13:27,410 Be careful! 194 00:13:33,400 --> 00:13:34,250 It's him. 195 00:13:35,120 --> 00:13:37,040 If the Crown Princess gives birth to a prince next year, 196 00:13:37,760 --> 00:13:39,800 the Crow Prince's position will be secured. 197 00:13:40,360 --> 00:13:42,960 Prince Qing will definitely raise an army to rebel. 198 00:13:46,040 --> 00:13:46,890 Your Highness. 199 00:13:52,040 --> 00:13:53,360 The Crown Princess is very weak. 200 00:13:54,480 --> 00:13:55,360 Send her to her room. 201 00:13:55,450 --> 00:13:56,750 Go and get the imperial physician. 202 00:13:56,840 --> 00:13:58,080 Your Grace, please be cautious. 203 00:13:58,470 --> 00:14:00,630 After all, the Crown Princess is pregnant. 204 00:14:00,840 --> 00:14:03,200 Why don't you wait for the physician to come and check on her? 205 00:14:03,280 --> 00:14:05,000 That'll be too late. I need to do acupuncture on Her Highness now! 206 00:14:05,080 --> 00:14:06,280 Please think twice, Your Grace. 207 00:14:07,240 --> 00:14:09,480 Are you going against your superior? 208 00:14:12,160 --> 00:14:13,200 I dare not. 209 00:14:27,040 --> 00:14:28,280 You have many soldiers with you, 210 00:14:28,560 --> 00:14:29,760 but I came here alone. 211 00:14:30,000 --> 00:14:32,440 If something happens today and the courtiers know about it, 212 00:14:32,760 --> 00:14:34,200 I wonder what will they think of you. 213 00:14:35,680 --> 00:14:36,840 Crown Prince, Prince Qing. 214 00:14:36,920 --> 00:14:38,120 You're adults now. 215 00:14:38,240 --> 00:14:40,520 You can't fight like you did when you were kids. 216 00:14:40,800 --> 00:14:41,840 Every punch you hit now 217 00:14:41,920 --> 00:14:43,400 is related to the country. 218 00:14:43,720 --> 00:14:44,640 Please think twice. 219 00:14:45,040 --> 00:14:45,890 Song Mo! 220 00:14:46,120 --> 00:14:47,920 In the past, you always help me in the fight. 221 00:14:48,280 --> 00:14:49,440 Who do you help nowadays? 222 00:14:53,760 --> 00:14:54,610 Crown Prince. 223 00:14:59,560 --> 00:15:00,840 Crown Prince. 224 00:15:01,400 --> 00:15:03,160 Yan Tang will always be by my side! 225 00:15:03,320 --> 00:15:04,170 Prince Qing. 226 00:15:12,720 --> 00:15:14,520 Song Mo! Are you crazy? 227 00:15:17,880 --> 00:15:20,280 Haven't I treated you and your son well enough? 228 00:15:20,560 --> 00:15:22,440 I allow you to get involved in the politics. 229 00:15:23,240 --> 00:15:24,840 You Ting dominated a vast area of land 230 00:15:24,920 --> 00:15:27,320 and his salary is far higher than that of You Sheng. 231 00:15:27,920 --> 00:15:29,880 Can't you be contented? 232 00:15:30,480 --> 00:15:32,080 What else do you want? 233 00:15:40,200 --> 00:15:42,160 Father, if you hate Mother and I, 234 00:15:43,280 --> 00:15:44,320 you can just kill us. 235 00:15:48,000 --> 00:15:51,520 But you can't wrong my heart. 236 00:15:58,400 --> 00:15:59,720 We've not seen for three years. 237 00:16:01,240 --> 00:16:04,640 I didn't expect that after yearning for so long, 238 00:16:05,120 --> 00:16:06,760 this is what happened. 239 00:16:08,720 --> 00:16:09,570 Your Majesty. 240 00:16:10,200 --> 00:16:11,800 I've disappointed your grace. 241 00:16:12,320 --> 00:16:13,760 I will resign from the throne. 242 00:16:14,640 --> 00:16:16,680 Please depose You Ting as a commoner. 243 00:16:17,520 --> 00:16:20,800 I only wish for my son and I to live in peace until we pass on. 244 00:16:26,400 --> 00:16:29,520 Your Majesty, you can't afford to get angry. 245 00:16:30,240 --> 00:16:31,800 The arrival of Mr. Lu! 246 00:16:37,960 --> 00:16:39,840 How is the Crown Prince? 247 00:16:40,080 --> 00:16:42,400 Your Majesty, I've been to the Crown Prince's residence. 248 00:16:42,680 --> 00:16:44,920 The Crown Prince was not seriously injured. 249 00:16:45,000 --> 00:16:46,220 His Highness is fine. 250 00:16:52,800 --> 00:16:54,160 Song Mo, oh, Song Mo. 251 00:16:54,680 --> 00:16:56,680 How dare you help that scoundrel to hit me! 252 00:16:57,480 --> 00:16:58,460 I'll keep this in my heart! 253 00:17:01,680 --> 00:17:03,000 Hadn't Yan Tang gone to mediate, 254 00:17:03,440 --> 00:17:05,880 you would have lost your limbs. 255 00:17:08,200 --> 00:17:09,050 You're welcome. 256 00:17:10,720 --> 00:17:11,569 Look at him! 257 00:17:11,800 --> 00:17:13,040 He's so proud of himself! 258 00:17:13,400 --> 00:17:14,839 He doesn't even respect me now! 259 00:17:14,960 --> 00:17:15,810 You're presumptuous! 260 00:17:19,599 --> 00:17:22,079 Hadn't Dou Zhao been here 261 00:17:22,319 --> 00:17:24,160 and gave me timely treatment, 262 00:17:24,720 --> 00:17:25,569 your little prince 263 00:17:26,400 --> 00:17:27,480 wouldn't be here anymore. 264 00:17:28,200 --> 00:17:29,600 Your Highness, you're flattering me. 265 00:17:30,160 --> 00:17:31,800 This is what I should do. 266 00:17:33,040 --> 00:17:34,720 Thank you, Duchess. 267 00:17:35,360 --> 00:17:36,600 I know that Your Highness 268 00:17:36,960 --> 00:17:38,800 disdain dirty tricks. 269 00:17:39,240 --> 00:17:41,280 But if a noble gentleman dies due to some dirty tricks, 270 00:17:41,920 --> 00:17:43,120 what's the point of being a king? 271 00:17:44,920 --> 00:17:46,280 This time, Prince Qing must have come to the capital 272 00:17:46,840 --> 00:17:50,850 to remove Your Highness and Yan Tang together. 273 00:17:51,560 --> 00:17:54,240 Your Highness know the truth behind the death of the Duke of Ding. 274 00:17:54,960 --> 00:17:55,810 If you can tell us 275 00:17:56,200 --> 00:17:57,400 and we can find out the cronies of Prince Qing, 276 00:17:58,040 --> 00:17:59,080 only then can we protect ourselves. 277 00:18:04,600 --> 00:18:06,800 I swore an oath before my father that 278 00:18:07,520 --> 00:18:08,370 I will 279 00:18:09,240 --> 00:18:10,320 never mention this matter again until death. 280 00:18:12,680 --> 00:18:13,530 What a coincidence. 281 00:18:14,160 --> 00:18:16,680 You swore before, but I didn't. 282 00:18:17,600 --> 00:18:18,450 If you don't want to tell them, 283 00:18:19,240 --> 00:18:20,090 I will tell them. 284 00:18:20,760 --> 00:18:22,080 Do you dare? Do you think I won't... 285 00:18:22,160 --> 00:18:23,010 Divorce me? 286 00:18:23,800 --> 00:18:24,650 Fine. 287 00:18:25,040 --> 00:18:26,600 I'll remarry again with my son. 288 00:18:27,160 --> 00:18:28,440 I will never die with you. 289 00:18:34,560 --> 00:18:35,480 He doesn't want to talk about it 290 00:18:36,320 --> 00:18:38,560 because it does involve the royal secrets. 291 00:18:39,160 --> 00:18:42,480 Leaking a few words will lead to chaos in the country. 292 00:18:43,600 --> 00:18:45,240 The Emperor never wanted to kill the Duke of Ding. 293 00:18:45,840 --> 00:18:48,520 He told the Jiying Guards to escort the Duke of Ding to the capital 294 00:18:49,320 --> 00:18:51,480 because at that time, the Emperor was already 295 00:18:51,800 --> 00:18:52,960 critically ill 296 00:18:54,120 --> 00:18:55,600 and almost died. 297 00:18:57,760 --> 00:18:58,610 At that time, 298 00:18:59,960 --> 00:19:01,040 my father was seriously ill. 299 00:19:02,200 --> 00:19:04,200 The Duke of Ding got rid of the pirates and opened the maritime market. 300 00:19:04,560 --> 00:19:05,920 He made great contributions to the country. 301 00:19:06,320 --> 00:19:08,080 Although he violated the edict about the disaster relief operation, 302 00:19:08,240 --> 00:19:10,080 it was indeed a timely help for the people. 303 00:19:11,480 --> 00:19:13,600 Father, why did you suspect him 304 00:19:13,960 --> 00:19:14,960 and send someone to escort him? 305 00:19:16,280 --> 00:19:18,760 Jiang Mei Sun is the only person 306 00:19:18,840 --> 00:19:21,160 I trust in this world. 307 00:19:21,320 --> 00:19:22,880 There's no way I'd be suspicious of him. 308 00:19:24,080 --> 00:19:25,200 Why did you... 309 00:19:26,520 --> 00:19:28,440 He obeys and trusts me. 310 00:19:28,800 --> 00:19:32,400 But will he obey and trust you? 311 00:19:34,400 --> 00:19:35,250 You 312 00:19:36,040 --> 00:19:38,560 have no idea how to control the courtiers. 313 00:19:40,600 --> 00:19:43,400 What's the use of secretly pleading for him? 314 00:19:44,480 --> 00:19:47,160 After I reprimand him, 315 00:19:48,280 --> 00:19:50,320 put him in jail and remove his rank, 316 00:19:51,160 --> 00:19:53,720 only then you plead for him in the court. 317 00:19:54,480 --> 00:19:56,600 He will be obliged by you. 318 00:19:57,000 --> 00:20:01,120 He will obey and trust you. 319 00:20:03,240 --> 00:20:04,920 The Duke of Ding is loyal, brave, and upright. 320 00:20:05,560 --> 00:20:08,600 I don't want to humiliate and subdue a courtier like this. 321 00:20:09,480 --> 00:20:10,960 I will ask for his help repeatedly 322 00:20:11,600 --> 00:20:12,560 and treat him sincerely. 323 00:20:14,960 --> 00:20:16,480 I know you best. 324 00:20:17,240 --> 00:20:18,920 You're kind-hearted. 325 00:20:19,320 --> 00:20:20,760 You'll definitely be a benevolent emperor. 326 00:20:22,320 --> 00:20:23,920 But for the country to be stable, 327 00:20:25,120 --> 00:20:27,520 kindness alone is not enough. 328 00:20:30,600 --> 00:20:31,520 Come here. 329 00:20:37,000 --> 00:20:39,240 My illness keeps coming back. 330 00:20:40,160 --> 00:20:41,600 In case something happens to me, 331 00:20:42,840 --> 00:20:44,680 Lizhen in the north 332 00:20:45,520 --> 00:20:48,160 and the pirates in the south will definitely rise again. 333 00:20:49,080 --> 00:20:51,720 The feudal kings elsewhere will also be ready to take action. 334 00:20:53,560 --> 00:20:56,320 I would rather Mei Sun hate me 335 00:20:57,520 --> 00:21:01,320 so that you can have him. 336 00:21:03,840 --> 00:21:05,280 When I pass on... 337 00:21:05,560 --> 00:21:06,410 Father! 338 00:21:06,600 --> 00:21:07,680 When you ascend to the throne, 339 00:21:08,080 --> 00:21:09,520 pardon him and release him. 340 00:21:09,760 --> 00:21:11,240 Give him power. 341 00:21:11,760 --> 00:21:13,080 That's the only way 342 00:21:14,760 --> 00:21:16,720 to keep the country safe. 343 00:21:18,000 --> 00:21:20,850 Remember this, my son. 344 00:21:24,520 --> 00:21:26,600 Originally, when the Duke of Ding reached the capital, 345 00:21:27,240 --> 00:21:28,800 everything would be fine. 346 00:21:30,080 --> 00:21:33,400 But someone took advantage on the road. 347 00:21:36,120 --> 00:21:36,970 Your Highness! 348 00:21:39,280 --> 00:21:40,130 Come in. 349 00:21:42,400 --> 00:21:43,280 Eunuch Wang is here. 350 00:21:55,200 --> 00:21:57,240 Eunuch Wang is closer to my father. 351 00:21:57,520 --> 00:21:59,200 Naturally, he knows better than I do 352 00:21:59,280 --> 00:22:00,920 about the death of the Duke of Ding. 353 00:22:03,160 --> 00:22:04,010 Eunuch Wang. 354 00:22:04,920 --> 00:22:07,240 Since His Majesty knew the Duke of Ding was wronged, 355 00:22:07,640 --> 00:22:08,760 why did His Majesty still gave out the sentence? 356 00:22:12,240 --> 00:22:15,720 That's because Empress Wan persuaded His Majesty and said it was a done deal. 357 00:22:16,000 --> 00:22:18,280 If the Duke of Ding was found not guilty, 358 00:22:18,960 --> 00:22:20,160 in the eyes of the citizens, 359 00:22:20,840 --> 00:22:22,880 His Majesty killed a loyal servant 360 00:22:23,360 --> 00:22:25,560 and the reputation of the royal family would be lost. 361 00:22:26,760 --> 00:22:27,610 The monarch 362 00:22:28,480 --> 00:22:30,680 can never make mistakes. 363 00:22:34,680 --> 00:22:35,530 My uncle 364 00:22:36,360 --> 00:22:37,840 risked his life and death for His Majesty. 365 00:22:38,040 --> 00:22:39,160 He dedicated his life to the country. 366 00:22:40,280 --> 00:22:42,000 But it couldn't be compared to the reputation. 367 00:22:43,400 --> 00:22:45,120 His Majesty couldn't take it. 368 00:22:45,560 --> 00:22:47,880 Therefore, the punishment was lighter. 369 00:22:48,200 --> 00:22:50,320 The Duke of Ding could be buried 370 00:22:50,400 --> 00:22:52,680 and the Jiang clan was lightly sentenced. 371 00:22:54,200 --> 00:22:55,320 Thank you, Eunuch Wang. 372 00:22:56,240 --> 00:22:57,360 Based on the current situation, 373 00:22:58,080 --> 00:23:00,720 if you two don't join forces 374 00:23:01,040 --> 00:23:02,800 to save the monarch, 375 00:23:03,240 --> 00:23:05,920 the peaceful and prosperous era built 376 00:23:06,000 --> 00:23:08,680 by His Majesty and the Duke of Ding's painstaking efforts for years 377 00:23:09,360 --> 00:23:10,840 will be over. 378 00:23:12,440 --> 00:23:13,640 I've always had my doubts. 379 00:23:14,520 --> 00:23:16,160 Even if Prince Qing intends to rebel, 380 00:23:17,160 --> 00:23:18,440 he's far away in Liaodong. 381 00:23:19,120 --> 00:23:20,240 Even if he has the moles in the palace, 382 00:23:20,320 --> 00:23:21,960 it takes a long time for him to receive the messages. 383 00:23:22,240 --> 00:23:24,120 How did he manage to change accordingly 384 00:23:24,320 --> 00:23:25,170 and give a prompt order? 385 00:23:26,160 --> 00:23:27,440 If I guessed correctly, 386 00:23:28,160 --> 00:23:29,880 the person in a high position those rebels said 387 00:23:30,000 --> 00:23:32,800 and the person who really wanted to rebel was not Prince Qing. 388 00:23:34,000 --> 00:23:35,240 It was Empress Wan. 389 00:23:36,200 --> 00:23:37,050 Am I right? 390 00:23:37,760 --> 00:23:38,760 Empress Wan? 391 00:23:42,280 --> 00:23:43,320 The people of Futing 392 00:23:43,400 --> 00:23:45,320 knelt at the Duke of Ding's ancestral hall. 393 00:23:45,600 --> 00:23:46,840 They wished him well. 394 00:23:47,960 --> 00:23:49,280 He used his salary 395 00:23:49,360 --> 00:23:50,680 to increase the military pay for the entire army. 396 00:23:51,440 --> 00:23:53,760 The Duke of Ding's Army has become his personal army. 397 00:23:57,000 --> 00:23:58,800 Your Majesty told the Crown Prince to go to the disaster relief. 398 00:23:58,880 --> 00:24:01,040 Yet he refuted and provided relief on his own. 399 00:24:01,400 --> 00:24:03,240 In the eyes of the people, 400 00:24:03,320 --> 00:24:05,680 the imperial court is at fault, while he has gained merit. 401 00:24:06,320 --> 00:24:07,920 Your Majesty, you might as well confer him the title of king 402 00:24:08,240 --> 00:24:09,480 and let him have Futing as the fief. 403 00:24:10,040 --> 00:24:11,200 You would be relieved. 404 00:24:22,440 --> 00:24:24,280 (Xuanyue Palace) 405 00:24:24,360 --> 00:24:26,320 I told you to keep an eye on the Crown Princess 406 00:24:26,400 --> 00:24:28,280 so that she wouldn't get too close to the Duchess of Ying. 407 00:24:28,440 --> 00:24:30,280 How could that happen? 408 00:24:30,360 --> 00:24:31,280 I'm sorry, Your Majesty. 409 00:24:31,360 --> 00:24:32,400 I was incompetent. 410 00:24:32,760 --> 00:24:33,760 Please punish me. 411 00:24:33,840 --> 00:24:35,160 You're useless. 412 00:24:35,520 --> 00:24:36,370 Leave. 413 00:24:36,560 --> 00:24:37,410 Yes. 414 00:24:49,200 --> 00:24:50,840 Father's illness has been recurring for many years. 415 00:24:52,040 --> 00:24:53,040 Every time he falls sick, 416 00:24:54,320 --> 00:24:57,640 you work day and night to check on the memorials and the state affairs. 417 00:24:58,160 --> 00:24:59,920 That's why you have issues with eyesight. 418 00:25:01,880 --> 00:25:04,320 The imperial physician advised you not to cry. 419 00:25:05,360 --> 00:25:06,840 What happened with the Crown Prince today, 420 00:25:08,080 --> 00:25:09,600 it was because of my impulsiveness. 421 00:25:10,880 --> 00:25:11,760 I am unfilial. 422 00:25:19,320 --> 00:25:20,170 You Ting. 423 00:25:21,200 --> 00:25:23,400 I know that you have endured humiliation for many years 424 00:25:24,440 --> 00:25:26,480 just to come back to me. 425 00:25:27,040 --> 00:25:28,640 So you're not unfilial. 426 00:25:29,800 --> 00:25:30,650 Come on. 427 00:25:31,320 --> 00:25:32,170 Come. 428 00:25:42,040 --> 00:25:43,960 The tears I shed sincerely 429 00:25:44,600 --> 00:25:45,920 has been drained long ago. 430 00:25:47,640 --> 00:25:49,080 Your father is a boulder 431 00:25:49,440 --> 00:25:51,680 who has been weighing on us for decades. 432 00:25:52,000 --> 00:25:55,520 It's not easy for me to replace him. 433 00:25:55,920 --> 00:25:57,080 Before every big event happens, 434 00:25:57,880 --> 00:25:59,080 there must be calmness. 435 00:25:59,160 --> 00:26:00,040 But I just can't stand it 436 00:26:00,120 --> 00:26:01,520 when you kneel in front of him! 437 00:26:02,320 --> 00:26:03,360 For so many years, 438 00:26:03,720 --> 00:26:07,240 you sacrificed for the country and the monarch with your talents. 439 00:26:08,720 --> 00:26:10,160 He should kneel to you. 440 00:26:18,280 --> 00:26:21,520 Since things are on the verge of revealing, 441 00:26:22,320 --> 00:26:24,360 there's no need for me to continue acting. 442 00:26:25,760 --> 00:26:26,960 Let's get ahead of the game. 443 00:26:28,520 --> 00:26:30,640 The Grudgebane I gave to His Majesty 444 00:26:31,240 --> 00:26:32,920 should be taking effect soon. 445 00:26:35,240 --> 00:26:37,320 I really want to see 446 00:26:38,000 --> 00:26:39,680 if a selfish 447 00:26:40,080 --> 00:26:41,800 and hypocritical person like him 448 00:26:43,080 --> 00:26:45,120 will still shed real tears 449 00:26:45,720 --> 00:26:47,120 when the country is overturned 450 00:26:48,400 --> 00:26:49,320 and his children are fighting each other. 451 00:26:51,440 --> 00:26:53,080 She got so involved in politics 452 00:26:53,400 --> 00:26:55,240 and used poison to murder my father. 453 00:26:55,680 --> 00:26:57,280 Why didn't you say it until now? 454 00:26:57,360 --> 00:26:59,680 That's because His Majesty was born weak. 455 00:27:00,040 --> 00:27:01,080 For decades, 456 00:27:01,440 --> 00:27:03,800 His Majesty has long been inseparable from the cultivator's elixir. 457 00:27:04,400 --> 00:27:06,280 Empress Wan knows this well. 458 00:27:06,800 --> 00:27:09,920 The elixir given often has temporary effects. 459 00:27:10,440 --> 00:27:12,960 But in reality, it reduces His Majesty's inner strength. 460 00:27:13,480 --> 00:27:15,200 As the poison was low in dosage, 461 00:27:15,560 --> 00:27:19,360 even Mr. Lu didn't realize it until very late. 462 00:27:19,840 --> 00:27:22,240 Half poison, half drug, and taken all year round. 463 00:27:22,800 --> 00:27:25,240 If His Majesty suddenly stops the medication when no solution is found, 464 00:27:25,960 --> 00:27:26,810 I am afraid... 465 00:27:31,640 --> 00:27:34,080 No wonder even the Emperor knows the truth, 466 00:27:34,440 --> 00:27:35,840 he has to cover up. 467 00:27:39,040 --> 00:27:40,000 Your father's fate, 468 00:27:40,800 --> 00:27:42,520 the country and the throne, 469 00:27:43,520 --> 00:27:44,920 do you want to save these or not? 470 00:27:51,120 --> 00:27:52,840 If you want to seize power 471 00:27:53,200 --> 00:27:55,440 and destroy and insult the monarch's reputation, 472 00:27:55,720 --> 00:27:58,760 I swear that I will not let you fulfill your wishes. 473 00:27:59,440 --> 00:28:02,040 The emperor is superior and the father is respectable. 474 00:28:02,720 --> 00:28:03,920 Your Highness, in your opinion, 475 00:28:04,360 --> 00:28:05,880 is the dignified manner of the monarch 476 00:28:06,520 --> 00:28:08,000 more important than one person, one clan 477 00:28:08,440 --> 00:28:10,240 or one troop's injustice? 478 00:28:10,920 --> 00:28:13,480 Justice, law, honor, 479 00:28:13,560 --> 00:28:14,520 benevolence, righteousness, and morality. 480 00:28:14,600 --> 00:28:15,920 Are these just the false images 481 00:28:16,000 --> 00:28:17,840 from the imperial family to suppress the citizens? 482 00:28:18,680 --> 00:28:19,680 If that's the case, 483 00:28:20,080 --> 00:28:22,040 there's no need for Song Mo and I to assist 484 00:28:22,120 --> 00:28:23,480 one foolish and selfish emperor. 485 00:28:23,560 --> 00:28:25,440 Dou Zhao, how dare you! 486 00:28:25,520 --> 00:28:27,080 -Good scolding. -Right? 487 00:28:27,160 --> 00:28:29,200 Dou Zhao, I'm willing to pay you 488 00:28:29,720 --> 00:28:31,200 and invite you to here and scold him every day. 489 00:28:33,080 --> 00:28:33,930 You... 490 00:28:37,000 --> 00:28:38,120 There's another thing 491 00:28:38,640 --> 00:28:40,800 about the Duke of Ying's residence. 492 00:28:41,960 --> 00:28:45,000 There was once when I was in the residence of Empress Wan, 493 00:28:45,080 --> 00:28:47,120 I overheard Prince Qing 494 00:28:47,560 --> 00:28:49,200 told Empress Wan 495 00:28:49,440 --> 00:28:52,520 about a letter hidden in the Duke of Ying's residence 496 00:28:52,720 --> 00:28:55,120 which has not been found. 497 00:28:58,880 --> 00:28:59,730 I know about this. 498 00:29:00,320 --> 00:29:02,360 The Crown Prince once went to my residence to look for that letter. 499 00:29:03,560 --> 00:29:04,640 What's going on? 500 00:29:04,720 --> 00:29:05,960 What was written in the letter? 501 00:29:07,400 --> 00:29:08,920 I don't know what's in the letter. 502 00:29:09,280 --> 00:29:11,080 But I know this letter is important. 503 00:29:11,560 --> 00:29:14,280 The messenger who was detained by me also confessed that 504 00:29:15,160 --> 00:29:17,960 it was true that a servant from the Duke of Ying's residence received it. 505 00:29:18,360 --> 00:29:20,520 I went looking for it several times, both openly and covertly. 506 00:29:20,720 --> 00:29:21,800 But I couldn't find it. 507 00:29:22,000 --> 00:29:25,360 And Prince Qing is also eyeing this letter. 508 00:29:25,840 --> 00:29:29,160 So no matter what, Prince Qing can't get this letter. 509 00:29:30,520 --> 00:29:33,400 I've told you all I can tell. 510 00:29:33,800 --> 00:29:35,880 It's up to the two of you to decide. 511 00:29:37,040 --> 00:29:38,760 I shall take my leave. 512 00:29:39,440 --> 00:29:40,480 Thank you, Eunuch Wang. 513 00:29:49,200 --> 00:29:50,880 You read the teachings of Confucius and Mencius before. 514 00:29:52,400 --> 00:29:55,050 If a statue is overthrown and the religious rites are degenerated, 515 00:29:55,560 --> 00:29:58,120 and everyone revolt like Chen Sheng and Wu Guang, 516 00:29:58,640 --> 00:30:01,280 can there still be peace? 517 00:30:01,680 --> 00:30:03,160 What you call the learning of Confucius and Mencius 518 00:30:03,720 --> 00:30:05,240 is to assist a wise emperor to become better than Yao Shun, 519 00:30:05,360 --> 00:30:06,800 and make the world a better place. 520 00:30:07,280 --> 00:30:09,280 But the reality is that the royal family condones nobles. 521 00:30:09,360 --> 00:30:11,040 Lands are seized and citizens are enslaved. 522 00:30:11,440 --> 00:30:12,760 The citizens are in dire straits. 523 00:30:13,040 --> 00:30:14,400 Should we hold their mouths 524 00:30:14,960 --> 00:30:16,360 and let them shout "long live the emperor"? 525 00:30:18,640 --> 00:30:21,520 In fact, for the Dou family, the Song family, and the royal family, 526 00:30:21,840 --> 00:30:23,240 the cause of the tragedy is the same. 527 00:30:23,960 --> 00:30:25,360 The emperor and father are supreme. 528 00:30:25,640 --> 00:30:27,840 The wives, concubines, and children all have low status. 529 00:30:27,920 --> 00:30:29,450 Those in a low position and those in an even lower position 530 00:30:29,530 --> 00:30:30,720 fight with each other. 531 00:30:30,800 --> 00:30:32,240 If we don't consider right or wrong 532 00:30:32,320 --> 00:30:33,920 and only care about inferiority and coercion, 533 00:30:34,280 --> 00:30:37,000 there will be no end to plotting and conspiracy. 534 00:30:37,800 --> 00:30:39,520 Rituals and laws are meant to stabilize the citizens. 535 00:30:40,440 --> 00:30:42,880 If the citizens become confused because of this, 536 00:30:44,200 --> 00:30:46,960 sooner or later, the country will be in ruins. 537 00:30:51,200 --> 00:30:52,440 The citizens are the foundation of a country. 538 00:30:52,520 --> 00:30:54,120 If you will become a good emperor, 539 00:30:55,080 --> 00:30:57,920 I will help you pacify the country and put an end to evil. 540 00:30:58,480 --> 00:30:59,600 But I only have one condition. 541 00:31:00,080 --> 00:31:01,400 No blood for blood 542 00:31:01,840 --> 00:31:03,280 or seizing the throne. 543 00:31:03,520 --> 00:31:06,080 Rather, the Emperor tells the world 544 00:31:06,600 --> 00:31:07,840 the truth about this matter. 545 00:31:08,880 --> 00:31:10,120 Return the reputation of loyal ministers 546 00:31:10,920 --> 00:31:12,280 and console the victims of injustice. 547 00:31:14,240 --> 00:31:15,090 If you agree, 548 00:31:15,720 --> 00:31:16,570 then we are allies. 549 00:31:17,280 --> 00:31:18,320 But if you don't, 550 00:31:19,440 --> 00:31:21,040 I don't mind having one more enemy. 551 00:31:31,080 --> 00:31:33,720 Song Mo, are you negotiating... 552 00:31:45,560 --> 00:31:47,520 It's a pity if we're just allies. 553 00:31:48,240 --> 00:31:50,640 The Crown Prince and I like Dou Zhao's temperament. 554 00:31:51,200 --> 00:31:53,320 Why don't we arrange a marriage for our children? 555 00:31:53,920 --> 00:31:55,520 How about becoming in-laws? 556 00:31:57,120 --> 00:31:58,400 Who wants to be his in-laws? 557 00:31:58,680 --> 00:32:01,080 Maybe one day, he'll become a traitor. 558 00:32:01,160 --> 00:32:03,200 Then you must have become a headstrong and incapable ruler. 559 00:32:04,120 --> 00:32:05,720 Look, you're bright and valiant. 560 00:32:06,200 --> 00:32:09,120 Why did you get an arrogant husband like him? 561 00:32:09,200 --> 00:32:11,280 Your Highness, keep your husband in line. 562 00:32:11,680 --> 00:32:13,320 He has sharp-tongued, is old-fashioned, and arrogant. 563 00:32:13,400 --> 00:32:15,240 It's difficult to get along with him 564 00:32:15,600 --> 00:32:16,720 whether he's a father, husband, or a monarch. 565 00:32:17,560 --> 00:32:19,400 Dou Zhao, you should keep your husband in line too! 566 00:32:19,760 --> 00:32:21,040 If he keeps being arrogant, 567 00:32:21,120 --> 00:32:22,400 you will die in the streets! 568 00:32:24,520 --> 00:32:27,440 You should really reflect on yourself. 569 00:32:27,520 --> 00:32:29,520 You have your eyes on your head 570 00:32:29,800 --> 00:32:32,520 but you have a bad mouth. 571 00:32:34,200 --> 00:32:35,050 You're right. 572 00:32:35,680 --> 00:32:37,640 I should reflect on this. 573 00:32:38,520 --> 00:32:41,440 Why did I get myself 574 00:32:42,040 --> 00:32:42,890 a shrew who sided with the outsiders? 575 00:32:44,200 --> 00:32:45,320 A shrew, huh? 576 00:32:45,400 --> 00:32:46,520 -Come on... -No! 577 00:32:46,600 --> 00:32:49,280 -Tell me who is the shrew. -I made a mistake... 578 00:33:01,520 --> 00:33:03,080 Why are you still pulling your face? 579 00:33:06,120 --> 00:33:07,600 We formed an alliance with the Crown Prince 580 00:33:07,680 --> 00:33:08,720 and stayed away from Prince Qing. 581 00:33:08,800 --> 00:33:10,080 This is a good thing. 582 00:33:10,320 --> 00:33:11,240 You should be happy. 583 00:33:15,480 --> 00:33:16,960 What's wrong with you? 584 00:33:18,120 --> 00:33:19,000 I think... 585 00:33:21,520 --> 00:33:22,960 The Crown Prince seems to admire you. 586 00:33:24,840 --> 00:33:26,720 You only met a few times, right? 587 00:33:26,800 --> 00:33:28,520 Something's wrong with your eyes. 588 00:33:28,880 --> 00:33:31,120 It was the Crown Princes who admired me. 589 00:33:34,640 --> 00:33:35,640 The next time you see him, 590 00:33:35,800 --> 00:33:37,040 don't wear nice clothes like this. 591 00:33:37,120 --> 00:33:38,240 Don't dress up. 592 00:33:39,160 --> 00:33:40,040 Wear something black. 593 00:33:42,360 --> 00:33:43,210 No. 594 00:33:43,840 --> 00:33:45,840 You look good even if you wear black clothes without any makeup. 595 00:33:48,960 --> 00:33:50,600 Back then, when the Crown Prince was selecting for his bride, 596 00:33:50,800 --> 00:33:53,160 he liked someone who was smart, tough, and well-informed. 597 00:33:53,320 --> 00:33:54,170 Isn't that you? 598 00:33:55,760 --> 00:33:59,040 Everything you say is ridiculous, 599 00:33:59,520 --> 00:34:00,920 but I like to hear every word. 600 00:34:04,160 --> 00:34:05,010 Stop the carriage! 601 00:34:19,040 --> 00:34:20,320 We're not even home yet. 602 00:34:21,520 --> 00:34:22,480 Your shoes seem dirty. 603 00:34:23,880 --> 00:34:24,960 No, it's not. 604 00:34:31,120 --> 00:34:32,920 -What are you doing? -I figured it out. 605 00:34:33,520 --> 00:34:34,560 I must cure the poison. 606 00:34:34,800 --> 00:34:36,159 I want to live a long life 607 00:34:36,239 --> 00:34:38,080 and take care of my appearance 608 00:34:38,159 --> 00:34:39,520 so that when the Crown Prince sees me, 609 00:34:39,600 --> 00:34:40,840 he will be ashamed of himself. 610 00:34:40,920 --> 00:34:41,960 Put me down now. 611 00:34:42,040 --> 00:34:43,159 Many people are watching. 612 00:34:44,080 --> 00:34:45,679 I want everyone in the capital to know that 613 00:34:45,960 --> 00:34:48,800 you, Dou Zhao, are my wife. 614 00:34:49,080 --> 00:34:50,159 This is embarrassing! 615 00:34:51,159 --> 00:34:52,600 It's not like I've never carried you like this before. 616 00:35:01,160 --> 00:35:04,160 I didn't even go and visit him. 617 00:35:05,440 --> 00:35:07,840 Will it hurt You Sheng? 618 00:35:09,000 --> 00:35:11,160 Your Majesty is concerned about the overall situation. 619 00:35:11,960 --> 00:35:15,600 The Crown Prince will surely support you. 620 00:35:15,680 --> 00:35:18,320 The Crown Prince and Prince Qing are relatives. 621 00:35:18,640 --> 00:35:20,080 But they got injured while fighting. 622 00:35:20,960 --> 00:35:22,520 If someone provokes this, 623 00:35:23,640 --> 00:35:24,760 the first person to be held accountable 624 00:35:24,840 --> 00:35:26,720 is Yan Tang who is responsible for guarding. 625 00:35:28,320 --> 00:35:30,680 If he is found to have neglected duties, he will be dismissed from office. 626 00:35:32,480 --> 00:35:36,840 It will be difficult to balance the situation in the court. 627 00:35:39,400 --> 00:35:40,250 Your Majesty. 628 00:35:41,040 --> 00:35:43,680 The medicine is getting cold. 629 00:36:03,600 --> 00:36:05,800 Your Majesty don't do divinations anymore? 630 00:36:07,040 --> 00:36:08,000 Yes. 631 00:36:08,680 --> 00:36:09,880 In my heart... 632 00:36:12,800 --> 00:36:14,480 I already have the answer. 633 00:36:28,640 --> 00:36:29,920 An Ping, it's your seventh day after your passing. 634 00:36:31,400 --> 00:36:33,280 Those people still treat you as they used to. 635 00:36:34,480 --> 00:36:35,600 They paid homage to you. 636 00:36:36,040 --> 00:36:37,080 They were respectful to you. 637 00:36:38,520 --> 00:36:40,040 It shows that everyone knows clearly 638 00:36:40,680 --> 00:36:43,600 that Dong Qi deserves to die. 639 00:36:46,680 --> 00:36:48,800 I would rather stay in Futing forever 640 00:36:50,400 --> 00:36:52,280 and be a lowly businesswoman for the rest of my life 641 00:36:53,560 --> 00:36:55,360 than having wealth and status 642 00:36:56,120 --> 00:36:57,280 like I have today 643 00:36:58,160 --> 00:36:59,160 but without my brother... 644 00:37:00,600 --> 00:37:02,680 Indeed An Ping was a bit arrogant. 645 00:37:03,280 --> 00:37:05,680 But he wouldn't be so ignorant. 646 00:37:08,280 --> 00:37:09,360 If we don't strive for high position, 647 00:37:10,280 --> 00:37:12,360 we can only watch our loved ones being bullied. 648 00:37:14,080 --> 00:37:15,640 The same was true for me in the past. 649 00:37:17,440 --> 00:37:18,290 But now, 650 00:37:19,000 --> 00:37:20,560 I am the commander of the Tengxiang Guards. 651 00:37:21,480 --> 00:37:22,600 About the real power I have, 652 00:37:23,120 --> 00:37:24,240 I am as good as Song Mo. 653 00:37:24,600 --> 00:37:25,480 From now on, 654 00:37:26,960 --> 00:37:28,680 we don't have to be subservient to others. 655 00:37:29,680 --> 00:37:31,000 Tengxiang Guards? 656 00:37:32,160 --> 00:37:35,240 Among the 26 types of guards, we rarely hear about this. 657 00:37:35,800 --> 00:37:37,200 The most important thing about Tengxiang Guards 658 00:37:37,840 --> 00:37:39,590 is that it controls most of the supplies of food, grass, 659 00:37:39,670 --> 00:37:40,640 and war horses in the capital. 660 00:37:41,200 --> 00:37:42,880 It sounds like an officer who takes care of horses. 661 00:37:43,320 --> 00:37:44,680 It's a job that no one wants to do. 662 00:37:46,160 --> 00:37:47,240 But when there's a war, 663 00:37:47,720 --> 00:37:49,400 whether it's at the border or elsewhere, 664 00:37:49,760 --> 00:37:52,760 the infantry on the plains and the invincible cavalry 665 00:37:53,160 --> 00:37:54,520 will become the key to victory. 666 00:37:56,360 --> 00:37:59,960 The Imperial Guards and Shenji Battalion might have firearms, 667 00:38:00,280 --> 00:38:01,560 but if they don't have the war horses, 668 00:38:02,040 --> 00:38:03,680 it will still be useless. 669 00:38:06,680 --> 00:38:08,120 There is peace in the capital now. 670 00:38:09,000 --> 00:38:11,760 But you made it sound like there was a battlefield. 671 00:38:15,040 --> 00:38:16,120 Just because it's peaceful for now 672 00:38:16,840 --> 00:38:18,080 doesn't mean it's peaceful forever. 673 00:38:19,360 --> 00:38:20,600 Song Mo encountered bandits 674 00:38:20,960 --> 00:38:21,920 and had his luck. 675 00:38:22,600 --> 00:38:24,080 I'll have my share of luck, too. 676 00:38:24,800 --> 00:38:27,600 I just want to be able to protect you 677 00:38:28,320 --> 00:38:29,440 and your parents by then. 678 00:38:33,120 --> 00:38:33,970 Mu Yu. 679 00:38:34,640 --> 00:38:37,680 Thanks for taking care of my parents these days. 680 00:38:38,560 --> 00:38:39,800 You can't get a job without making friends. 681 00:38:40,240 --> 00:38:42,640 Go get the money if you need it. 682 00:38:50,480 --> 00:38:51,330 One day, 683 00:38:53,320 --> 00:38:55,160 I'll pay you back a thousandfold. 684 00:38:55,410 --> 00:38:58,000 (In Memory of Miao An Ping) 685 00:39:01,460 --> 00:39:03,270 (The Duke of Ying's Residence) 686 00:39:07,520 --> 00:39:08,370 Be careful. 687 00:39:24,280 --> 00:39:25,600 Are you familiar with this place? 688 00:39:46,680 --> 00:39:49,600 Your Graces, please. 689 00:39:51,800 --> 00:39:52,650 Come on, sit down. 690 00:39:55,680 --> 00:39:56,720 Think carefully. 691 00:39:58,080 --> 00:39:59,440 What were you looking for? 692 00:40:02,680 --> 00:40:03,530 Medicine. 693 00:40:05,680 --> 00:40:06,530 Someone. 694 00:40:08,720 --> 00:40:09,640 Medicine. 695 00:40:09,720 --> 00:40:11,240 The Duchess of Ying was sick. 696 00:40:12,000 --> 00:40:13,640 She was seriously ill, right? 697 00:40:15,800 --> 00:40:17,760 She was sick. She had medicine. 698 00:40:18,520 --> 00:40:19,370 Fan. 699 00:40:21,000 --> 00:40:21,850 Fan the fire. 700 00:40:22,600 --> 00:40:23,680 Nine medicinal herbs. 701 00:40:24,480 --> 00:40:25,520 Six hours. 702 00:40:26,440 --> 00:40:27,290 Fan the fire. 703 00:40:27,920 --> 00:40:28,960 Nine medicinal herbs. 704 00:40:29,160 --> 00:40:30,320 Is there a letter? 705 00:40:33,880 --> 00:40:34,730 A letter... 706 00:40:37,160 --> 00:40:38,160 A letter... 707 00:40:45,840 --> 00:40:46,690 From whom? To who? 708 00:40:46,800 --> 00:40:47,960 What was the letter about? Where is the letter? 709 00:40:48,960 --> 00:40:49,810 A letter... 710 00:40:53,440 --> 00:40:54,480 Give me the letter now! 711 00:40:55,280 --> 00:40:56,130 The letter! 712 00:40:56,520 --> 00:40:57,720 Give me the letter! 713 00:40:58,400 --> 00:40:59,280 Give me the letter! 714 00:41:01,800 --> 00:41:02,650 Here. 715 00:41:03,880 --> 00:41:05,600 My Lady! 716 00:41:06,080 --> 00:41:07,320 There is a letter from the Duke of Ding! 717 00:41:08,200 --> 00:41:09,640 There is a letter from the Duke of Ding! 718 00:41:10,160 --> 00:41:11,010 Let's go! 719 00:41:11,520 --> 00:41:12,370 My Lady! 720 00:41:34,160 --> 00:41:36,040 My Lady, there is a letter from the Duke of Ding. 721 00:41:44,640 --> 00:41:47,120 My brother is playing the guessing game with me again. 722 00:41:47,280 --> 00:41:48,930 Go get the brush. 723 00:41:49,360 --> 00:41:50,440 Dip the brush into the water. 724 00:41:50,680 --> 00:41:51,560 Yes, ma'am. 725 00:41:54,240 --> 00:41:55,090 My Lady! 726 00:41:55,400 --> 00:41:56,600 Why are you vomiting blood? 727 00:42:00,960 --> 00:42:02,760 Qi Xia, go now. 728 00:42:02,840 --> 00:42:05,280 -Dry the painting and hide it. -Never tell anyone. 729 00:42:05,480 --> 00:42:07,160 Do not give it to anyone. 730 00:42:07,240 --> 00:42:09,400 You can only tell Lord Mo. 731 00:42:10,440 --> 00:42:11,800 -Yes, ma'am. -Go now! 732 00:42:11,880 --> 00:42:12,730 Yes, ma'am! 733 00:42:16,520 --> 00:42:17,720 Hide it... 734 00:42:17,800 --> 00:42:19,320 My Lady, where should I hide it? 735 00:42:19,400 --> 00:42:20,440 Where should I hide it? 736 00:42:21,400 --> 00:42:22,400 Hide it... 737 00:42:23,240 --> 00:42:24,280 My Lady! 738 00:42:24,360 --> 00:42:26,120 Where should I hide it? 739 00:42:26,200 --> 00:42:27,050 Qi Xia! 740 00:42:27,600 --> 00:42:28,450 Qi Xia! 741 00:42:32,920 --> 00:42:33,770 My Lady. 742 00:42:34,720 --> 00:42:37,360 We can't hide it anywhere. We can't... 743 00:42:37,560 --> 00:42:39,880 Yes, we can't hide it. 744 00:42:40,720 --> 00:42:41,570 Go now. 745 00:42:41,880 --> 00:42:43,240 Stick it. 746 00:42:43,640 --> 00:42:44,960 The more visible, the better. 747 00:42:56,120 --> 00:42:56,970 Let's go. 748 00:43:18,720 --> 00:43:20,400 When the ruler changes, 749 00:43:20,560 --> 00:43:21,760 your husband and you 750 00:43:21,840 --> 00:43:23,840 will not have a way to survive! 751 00:43:23,920 --> 00:43:26,280 If I can't be Prince Qing's man, 752 00:43:26,360 --> 00:43:28,600 he will have to remove this thorn of his. 753 00:43:28,760 --> 00:43:30,160 Song Mo went crazy 754 00:43:30,560 --> 00:43:31,840 and set off gunpowder in the street. 755 00:43:32,000 --> 00:43:34,040 He endangers the people and should be killed on the spot!