1 00:01:42,960 --> 00:01:43,920 I made the wine 2 00:01:44,000 --> 00:01:45,360 -Watch it! -I sell myself. 3 00:01:46,000 --> 00:01:48,520 -Just look at this one... -Which is most suitable as medicinal wine? 4 00:01:49,720 --> 00:01:51,360 You should buy that at the pharmacy. 5 00:01:52,520 --> 00:01:54,720 The lady who uses poison was attacked in my residence. 6 00:01:55,280 --> 00:01:56,960 -Inform all the secret guards. -Yes. 7 00:01:57,040 --> 00:01:57,880 Hurry. 8 00:02:45,480 --> 00:02:46,720 How dare you show up? 9 00:03:00,760 --> 00:03:02,240 DUKE SU'S MANSION 10 00:03:11,080 --> 00:03:14,160 RETURN OF THE CLOUDS 11 00:03:14,240 --> 00:03:15,240 Shijie, 12 00:03:16,840 --> 00:03:17,680 how are you doing? 13 00:03:18,160 --> 00:03:19,400 What exactly happened? 14 00:03:19,480 --> 00:03:21,120 I don't know what happened either. 15 00:03:21,200 --> 00:03:22,240 A lady named Jiuyue 16 00:03:22,320 --> 00:03:24,440 and a guard of Duke Su suddenly came to my residence, 17 00:03:24,520 --> 00:03:26,120 claiming they'd treat Magistrate Xue's illness. 18 00:03:26,200 --> 00:03:28,600 Later on, assassins appeared out of nowhere, 19 00:03:28,680 --> 00:03:29,920 attempting to kill that lady. 20 00:03:30,480 --> 00:03:31,880 Everything happened too suddenly. 21 00:03:31,960 --> 00:03:33,200 How is Magistrate Xue? 22 00:03:33,280 --> 00:03:34,480 We brought him here. 23 00:03:34,560 --> 00:03:36,160 Duke Su said it isn't safe recently, 24 00:03:36,920 --> 00:03:38,280 so he'll be staying here for now. 25 00:03:40,320 --> 00:03:41,600 Are they hurt? 26 00:03:41,680 --> 00:03:42,760 What about you? 27 00:03:42,840 --> 00:03:43,760 Are you all right? 28 00:03:44,560 --> 00:03:45,400 I'm fine, 29 00:03:46,160 --> 00:03:47,600 but that lady named Jiuyue 30 00:03:48,280 --> 00:03:49,400 seems to be injured severely. 31 00:03:49,480 --> 00:03:50,400 I'll check on her first. 32 00:03:59,720 --> 00:04:00,640 Duke Su, 33 00:04:02,640 --> 00:04:03,640 are you hurt? 34 00:04:03,720 --> 00:04:04,840 I'm fine. 35 00:04:07,560 --> 00:04:08,880 -How is Jiuyue? -How is Jiuyue? 36 00:04:08,960 --> 00:04:10,320 She's out of danger 37 00:04:10,400 --> 00:04:11,320 and is still unconscious. 38 00:04:11,400 --> 00:04:12,840 She'll be fine after resting for a few days. 39 00:04:30,320 --> 00:04:32,000 Jiuyue is the princess of Great Zhao. 40 00:04:32,080 --> 00:04:33,680 Great Zhao's delegation is arriving soon. 41 00:04:33,760 --> 00:04:36,640 She is the key figure in our alliance meeting with Zhao. 42 00:04:36,720 --> 00:04:38,240 Everyone has set their sights on her. 43 00:04:38,320 --> 00:04:40,760 That's why I need to make sure she's safe. 44 00:04:41,520 --> 00:04:42,840 So, 45 00:04:42,920 --> 00:04:45,040 someone doesn't want Great Zhao to have an alliance meeting with us. 46 00:04:45,120 --> 00:04:46,000 Yes. 47 00:04:48,240 --> 00:04:51,480 When Jiuyue was treating Magistrate Xue, 48 00:04:52,040 --> 00:04:53,600 others got the chance to take action. 49 00:04:54,320 --> 00:04:56,040 Before she fully recovers, 50 00:04:56,120 --> 00:04:57,320 I won't feel at ease. 51 00:04:57,880 --> 00:04:58,760 When she gets better, 52 00:04:58,840 --> 00:04:59,880 I'll visit her every day. 53 00:04:59,960 --> 00:05:01,760 -Really? -What? 54 00:05:01,840 --> 00:05:02,840 You said 55 00:05:03,600 --> 00:05:05,040 you'll visit my place every day. 56 00:05:11,400 --> 00:05:12,240 Wait a minute. 57 00:05:12,720 --> 00:05:13,560 What are these? 58 00:05:13,640 --> 00:05:14,800 -Some clothes. -Come here. 59 00:05:15,480 --> 00:05:16,360 Next. 60 00:05:16,440 --> 00:05:17,280 Go. 61 00:05:17,840 --> 00:05:18,840 Go. 62 00:05:20,480 --> 00:05:22,840 -Did you see anyone suspicious? -No. 63 00:05:22,920 --> 00:05:24,640 -We didn't. -Are you sure? 64 00:05:24,720 --> 00:05:25,720 Look up. 65 00:05:27,000 --> 00:05:29,080 -Did you see anyone suspicious? -No. 66 00:05:29,160 --> 00:05:30,640 -What about you? -No. 67 00:05:31,280 --> 00:05:33,080 Did you see this person, around this tall? 68 00:05:33,160 --> 00:05:34,560 -No. -Think again. 69 00:05:35,960 --> 00:05:37,120 -I really didn't. -My lord, 70 00:05:37,200 --> 00:05:38,920 we have people monitoring every spot. 71 00:05:39,000 --> 00:05:40,200 We have yet to find Chu Lan. 72 00:05:41,960 --> 00:05:43,080 Continue to patrol around. 73 00:05:43,160 --> 00:05:44,520 The city is heavily guarded. 74 00:05:44,600 --> 00:05:45,760 He won't be able to escape. 75 00:05:45,840 --> 00:05:47,480 With the Eldest Princess still grounded, 76 00:05:47,960 --> 00:05:49,680 it seems the only hiding place left for him 77 00:05:49,760 --> 00:05:50,720 is Li Residence. 78 00:05:50,800 --> 00:05:53,280 He certainly won't be foolish enough to hide him at home. 79 00:05:54,360 --> 00:05:56,160 We only need to send a warning to our opponent. 80 00:05:56,640 --> 00:05:57,480 Yes. 81 00:06:08,600 --> 00:06:09,640 Where is Du Shi? 82 00:06:10,200 --> 00:06:11,120 Isn't he here yet? 83 00:06:13,240 --> 00:06:14,120 Mr. Shen, 84 00:06:14,680 --> 00:06:16,720 Mr. Du's grandmother in Wuzhou has fallen ill. 85 00:06:16,800 --> 00:06:18,120 He rushed back last night. 86 00:06:18,200 --> 00:06:20,080 Before leaving, he wrote a letter about it 87 00:06:20,160 --> 00:06:21,320 and asked me to give it to you. 88 00:06:25,400 --> 00:06:27,080 Since the people I appointed are useless, 89 00:06:27,800 --> 00:06:29,280 I'll take volunteers. 90 00:06:29,360 --> 00:06:32,520 Who among you is willing to join Ms. Jiang Li 91 00:06:33,320 --> 00:06:34,640 in impressing His Majesty? 92 00:06:41,480 --> 00:06:42,680 Go. 93 00:06:42,760 --> 00:06:43,760 I don't want to do it. 94 00:06:43,840 --> 00:06:44,760 You do it. 95 00:06:45,520 --> 00:06:46,800 Before going home today, 96 00:06:47,360 --> 00:06:48,480 if no one volunteers, 97 00:06:49,040 --> 00:06:50,560 I'll nominate based on talent and knowledge. 98 00:06:51,520 --> 00:06:52,480 -Well... -Well... 99 00:06:52,560 --> 00:06:54,040 Based on talent and knowledge... 100 00:06:55,440 --> 00:06:56,840 I don't think we'd be selected. 101 00:06:59,760 --> 00:07:00,960 Why are you looking at me? 102 00:07:02,760 --> 00:07:04,800 Whoever wants to go can go. 103 00:07:04,880 --> 00:07:05,800 I'm not going anyway. 104 00:07:05,880 --> 00:07:08,280 Mr. Du got so scared that he escaped the capital. 105 00:07:08,360 --> 00:07:09,200 Except for Mr. Zhao, 106 00:07:09,720 --> 00:07:12,040 our talent and knowledge aren't up to par. 107 00:07:13,920 --> 00:07:15,320 When it comes to talent and knowledge, 108 00:07:15,400 --> 00:07:16,440 I'm not good enough either. 109 00:07:16,520 --> 00:07:18,120 Who is Jiang Li? 110 00:07:18,200 --> 00:07:19,440 An Annual Exam first placer. 111 00:07:19,520 --> 00:07:21,600 A heroine who dares to lead people to petition to His Majesty. 112 00:07:21,680 --> 00:07:23,160 With her talent, knowledge, and courage, 113 00:07:23,240 --> 00:07:24,920 only Mr. Shen is worthy of her 114 00:07:25,000 --> 00:07:26,640 in the entire Hanlin Academy. 115 00:07:26,720 --> 00:07:27,560 Yes. 116 00:07:27,640 --> 00:07:29,360 Why won't Mr. Shen participate? 117 00:07:29,440 --> 00:07:31,720 He knows we dare not perform with Jiang Li. 118 00:07:32,800 --> 00:07:34,040 Could it be... 119 00:07:34,120 --> 00:07:36,480 -Could it be... -Could it be... 120 00:07:39,960 --> 00:07:41,080 Didn't you hear? 121 00:07:41,160 --> 00:07:43,600 Jiang Li looks exactly like 122 00:07:43,680 --> 00:07:45,160 Mr. Shen's late wife. 123 00:07:48,240 --> 00:07:51,280 Is Mr. Shen afraid of falling in love with Jiang Li? 124 00:07:51,360 --> 00:07:53,360 Perhaps he has fallen for her already. 125 00:07:53,440 --> 00:07:54,480 If he has nothing to hide, 126 00:07:54,560 --> 00:07:56,160 why does he need to stay away from her? 127 00:07:56,240 --> 00:07:57,680 That makes sense. 128 00:07:57,760 --> 00:08:00,000 -Yes. -That's right. 129 00:08:00,080 --> 00:08:01,440 What are you talking about? 130 00:08:01,920 --> 00:08:02,880 Well... 131 00:08:05,720 --> 00:08:07,240 -The food is delicious. Eat up. -Yes. 132 00:08:07,320 --> 00:08:08,360 Hurry and eat. 133 00:08:08,440 --> 00:08:09,520 -This is delicious. -Have more. 134 00:08:09,600 --> 00:08:10,720 -Try mine. -Try this. 135 00:08:11,240 --> 00:08:12,440 Delicious. 136 00:08:12,520 --> 00:08:13,880 This is good. 137 00:08:14,440 --> 00:08:16,120 -Delicious. So good. -Try this. 138 00:08:21,080 --> 00:08:22,440 How ridiculous. 139 00:08:35,760 --> 00:08:38,159 These are my favorites. 140 00:08:38,919 --> 00:08:39,880 You're bribing me? 141 00:08:41,440 --> 00:08:43,600 You prepared all this. 142 00:08:44,400 --> 00:08:46,640 What kind of hard and tiring work do you want me to do? 143 00:08:46,720 --> 00:08:48,160 It isn't hard or tiring. 144 00:08:48,240 --> 00:08:50,080 It just requires some acting skills. 145 00:08:51,160 --> 00:08:52,000 What kind of act? 146 00:08:52,080 --> 00:08:54,160 To perform at the alliance meeting 147 00:08:54,240 --> 00:08:55,680 and bring glory to the Jiang family, 148 00:08:55,760 --> 00:08:57,040 I've put in a lot of effort. 149 00:08:57,920 --> 00:08:59,640 Tomorrow is the time to wrap things up. 150 00:08:59,720 --> 00:09:00,560 Wrap things up? 151 00:09:01,280 --> 00:09:04,160 I'll tell Mr. Shen about quitting and back out from reception duties. 152 00:09:04,240 --> 00:09:05,160 You're performing 153 00:09:05,240 --> 00:09:06,440 and quitting? 154 00:09:06,520 --> 00:09:08,560 This is confusing. 155 00:09:08,640 --> 00:09:11,000 This is called retreating in order to advance. 156 00:09:11,080 --> 00:09:12,880 If I back out, 157 00:09:12,960 --> 00:09:15,640 Mr. Shen will ask someone from the Jiang family about the situation. 158 00:09:15,720 --> 00:09:17,160 He might even serve as a mediator. 159 00:09:17,240 --> 00:09:19,240 That person from the Jiang family is me? 160 00:09:20,440 --> 00:09:21,440 And then? 161 00:09:21,520 --> 00:09:24,120 Use your eloquence 162 00:09:24,200 --> 00:09:26,480 to make him come to the Jiang Residence to see me. 163 00:09:28,600 --> 00:09:30,160 -That's it? -Yes. 164 00:09:30,240 --> 00:09:31,920 So, actually, 165 00:09:32,000 --> 00:09:34,120 you're asking me to act as myself? 166 00:09:34,200 --> 00:09:35,400 Don't think that Mr. Shen 167 00:09:35,480 --> 00:09:37,800 will come to Jiang Residence just because you want him to. 168 00:09:37,880 --> 00:09:38,760 Jiang Li. 169 00:09:39,360 --> 00:09:41,200 I have to admire your insight. 170 00:09:41,280 --> 00:09:44,240 If you ask Liu Xu or Ye Shijie for help, 171 00:09:44,320 --> 00:09:46,280 they will surely fail to do it. 172 00:09:46,360 --> 00:09:48,080 But you came to me. 173 00:09:48,160 --> 00:09:49,240 It's as if the heavens 174 00:09:49,320 --> 00:09:51,600 opened a new path for you. 175 00:09:51,680 --> 00:09:54,000 It seems like the heavens is kind to you as well. 176 00:09:54,080 --> 00:09:56,360 How dare you say that and not get struck by lightning? 177 00:09:58,160 --> 00:10:00,280 But I've thought it over. 178 00:10:00,960 --> 00:10:02,520 Why would someone like Duke Su 179 00:10:02,600 --> 00:10:04,320 love watching you put on an act? 180 00:10:06,840 --> 00:10:09,400 Your idea is to head east, 181 00:10:09,480 --> 00:10:11,840 but you tell everyone you're heading west. 182 00:10:12,400 --> 00:10:15,160 Even though your stories are poorly written, 183 00:10:15,240 --> 00:10:18,720 they somehow make people want to keep reading. 184 00:10:19,680 --> 00:10:22,400 I want to know what your idea of heading east is. 185 00:10:22,480 --> 00:10:23,840 Is this what they call 186 00:10:24,720 --> 00:10:25,560 suspense? 187 00:10:25,640 --> 00:10:27,200 You see through it but remain silent. 188 00:10:27,280 --> 00:10:28,680 You'll get more delicious food in the future. 189 00:10:30,280 --> 00:10:31,200 All right. 190 00:10:32,040 --> 00:10:33,360 HANLIN ACADEMY 191 00:10:41,160 --> 00:10:42,080 He really came. 192 00:10:49,280 --> 00:10:50,360 -Mr. Shen. -Mr. Shen. 193 00:10:52,120 --> 00:10:52,960 Mr. Shen, 194 00:10:53,040 --> 00:10:53,960 what brings you here? 195 00:10:54,040 --> 00:10:55,800 I came to see how the preparations are going. 196 00:10:56,520 --> 00:10:57,680 It is a crucial time now. 197 00:10:58,280 --> 00:10:59,720 Everyone needs to stay on high alert. 198 00:10:59,800 --> 00:11:00,640 Don't slack off. 199 00:11:01,120 --> 00:11:02,240 If there is any difficulty, 200 00:11:02,320 --> 00:11:04,280 please let me know in advance. 201 00:11:04,360 --> 00:11:06,400 -Yes. -Yes. 202 00:11:06,480 --> 00:11:08,040 Is anyone absent today? 203 00:11:08,120 --> 00:11:09,200 Shijie isn't here. 204 00:11:09,280 --> 00:11:10,640 He went to the palace on official business. 205 00:11:10,720 --> 00:11:11,680 Shijie told me. 206 00:11:12,680 --> 00:11:15,160 Everyone has been arriving early and leaving late recently 207 00:11:15,240 --> 00:11:16,120 without taking any leave. 208 00:11:16,200 --> 00:11:17,440 Such dedication and effort 209 00:11:17,520 --> 00:11:18,440 deserve praise. 210 00:11:19,000 --> 00:11:20,680 -Thank you, Mr. Shen. -Thank you, Mr. Shen. 211 00:11:20,760 --> 00:11:21,760 You may get back to work. 212 00:11:30,280 --> 00:11:31,640 Hey, what should I do? 213 00:11:31,720 --> 00:11:32,600 -Goodness. -I... 214 00:11:37,680 --> 00:11:38,520 Jingrui. 215 00:11:42,040 --> 00:11:43,680 You are close to Liu Xu and Jiang Li. 216 00:11:43,760 --> 00:11:46,560 Do you know about her quitting? 217 00:11:46,640 --> 00:11:47,480 Yes. 218 00:11:47,560 --> 00:11:48,600 What happened? 219 00:11:52,400 --> 00:11:55,280 Should we talk in private? 220 00:11:56,000 --> 00:11:59,240 It's because of the collaborative performance with Hanlin scholars. 221 00:12:00,120 --> 00:12:01,680 No one wanted to perform with her, 222 00:12:02,640 --> 00:12:03,480 so she fell ill. 223 00:12:03,560 --> 00:12:05,240 That's open for discussion. 224 00:12:05,320 --> 00:12:06,560 She fell ill because of this? 225 00:12:06,640 --> 00:12:09,360 Do you know what people are saying about Jiang Li? 226 00:12:09,440 --> 00:12:10,720 They say 227 00:12:10,800 --> 00:12:12,840 she looks just like your late wife, 228 00:12:12,920 --> 00:12:15,000 so she's trying hard to get close to you. 229 00:12:15,080 --> 00:12:16,680 So to avoid arousing suspicion, 230 00:12:16,760 --> 00:12:17,840 you're avoiding her. 231 00:12:17,920 --> 00:12:18,960 Who said that? 232 00:12:19,040 --> 00:12:19,920 That's nonsense! 233 00:12:20,000 --> 00:12:22,360 Mr. Shen, your reputation is well-established, so you're not afraid. 234 00:12:22,440 --> 00:12:23,280 But for a young lady 235 00:12:23,360 --> 00:12:25,320 who is not yet married, 236 00:12:25,400 --> 00:12:27,040 such rumors can be as sharp as a knife. 237 00:12:27,120 --> 00:12:29,320 If I were Jiang Li, I'd rather just die. 238 00:12:30,880 --> 00:12:33,480 As her family and friend, 239 00:12:33,560 --> 00:12:34,760 you should advise her 240 00:12:35,440 --> 00:12:37,240 to not pay attention to this filthy gossip. 241 00:12:37,320 --> 00:12:38,680 You've overestimated me. 242 00:12:39,160 --> 00:12:40,640 I wouldn't know how to advise a lady. 243 00:12:41,400 --> 00:12:42,440 I'm at a loss too. 244 00:12:42,520 --> 00:12:44,520 Otherwise, I wouldn't be anxious here. 245 00:12:44,600 --> 00:12:46,400 If the delegation's reception is delayed, 246 00:12:46,920 --> 00:12:50,160 the blame will fall on the Jiang family. 247 00:12:50,760 --> 00:12:51,600 What should we do then? 248 00:12:52,080 --> 00:12:53,440 Uncle Yuanbai is still traveling. 249 00:12:54,040 --> 00:12:55,200 Aunt Ji isn't in her right mind, 250 00:12:55,280 --> 00:12:56,600 and Grandmother is elderly. 251 00:12:56,680 --> 00:12:58,720 No one in our family can persuade her. 252 00:13:01,360 --> 00:13:02,200 However, 253 00:13:03,520 --> 00:13:06,840 I often hear Jiang Li speak highly of you, Mr. Shen. 254 00:13:06,920 --> 00:13:10,200 Perhaps you could help talk some sense into her? 255 00:13:10,280 --> 00:13:11,160 Yes. 256 00:13:15,280 --> 00:13:16,560 Mr. Shen, 257 00:13:16,640 --> 00:13:19,320 whoever started the trouble should end it. 258 00:13:32,680 --> 00:13:33,840 Ms. Jiang Li is in a bad mood. 259 00:13:33,920 --> 00:13:34,800 She doesn't want to see anyone. 260 00:13:34,880 --> 00:13:36,440 I know she's annoyed at me. 261 00:13:36,920 --> 00:13:38,400 I won't go in. I won't. 262 00:13:39,360 --> 00:13:40,240 Baixue, 263 00:13:41,440 --> 00:13:42,640 please bring Mr. Shen in. 264 00:13:44,920 --> 00:13:45,760 This... 265 00:13:47,680 --> 00:13:48,720 might be inappropriate. 266 00:13:48,800 --> 00:13:49,680 Mr. Shen, 267 00:13:51,440 --> 00:13:52,520 saving a life 268 00:13:52,600 --> 00:13:54,360 is of boundless beneficence. 269 00:13:55,160 --> 00:13:56,000 As her cousin, 270 00:13:56,080 --> 00:13:56,920 I really... 271 00:14:00,040 --> 00:14:01,480 need you to help her. 272 00:14:11,520 --> 00:14:13,640 FANGFEI COURTYARD 273 00:14:31,680 --> 00:14:32,520 Mr. Shen. 274 00:14:35,760 --> 00:14:36,640 Have a seat. 275 00:14:44,760 --> 00:14:47,000 I've heard from your cousin about the rumors. 276 00:14:47,520 --> 00:14:49,360 I will investigate and find out who started them. 277 00:14:49,440 --> 00:14:51,320 It's just that the Zhao delegation is about to arrive 278 00:14:51,400 --> 00:14:53,800 and the alliance meeting with Great Zhao is very important to His Majesty. 279 00:14:53,880 --> 00:14:56,720 I hope you won't let rumors affect you. 280 00:14:58,080 --> 00:14:59,640 Or it could bring trouble to your family 281 00:15:00,120 --> 00:15:01,400 if His Majesty pursues it. 282 00:15:06,640 --> 00:15:07,520 Mr. Shen, 283 00:15:08,800 --> 00:15:11,040 enough of such high-sounding rhetoric. 284 00:15:11,120 --> 00:15:14,000 Do you truly not know where the rumors originated from? 285 00:15:14,560 --> 00:15:16,720 After you ignored my letter, 286 00:15:16,800 --> 00:15:18,920 you first sent me to the Music Affairs Division, 287 00:15:19,760 --> 00:15:21,520 then you declined me before His Majesty. 288 00:15:22,080 --> 00:15:24,320 Even if I have the opportunity to perform with Hanlin scholars, 289 00:15:24,400 --> 00:15:27,080 you kept asking them to brush me off, humiliating me. 290 00:15:28,040 --> 00:15:30,560 If I don't resemble your late wife, 291 00:15:30,640 --> 00:15:32,040 would you still treat me this way? 292 00:15:32,560 --> 00:15:33,520 Ms. Jiang Li, 293 00:15:34,160 --> 00:15:35,560 this has nothing to do with your looks. 294 00:15:35,640 --> 00:15:36,560 If that's the case, 295 00:15:38,040 --> 00:15:39,240 why don't we 296 00:15:39,760 --> 00:15:42,400 perform together? 297 00:15:45,760 --> 00:15:46,600 What did you say? 298 00:15:46,680 --> 00:15:48,680 The best way to dispel rumors 299 00:15:48,760 --> 00:15:50,040 is to confront them directly. 300 00:15:51,760 --> 00:15:53,440 If, as you say, 301 00:15:53,520 --> 00:15:55,120 it has nothing to do with my appearance, 302 00:15:55,680 --> 00:15:58,080 then our performance together would be the best proof. 303 00:15:58,640 --> 00:16:01,560 It'll prove that you can distinguish between me and your late wife, 304 00:16:01,640 --> 00:16:04,280 that you aren't deliberately avoiding me, 305 00:16:04,360 --> 00:16:06,800 and that we have a clear conscience. 306 00:16:09,840 --> 00:16:12,360 Mr. Shen, you're indeed scared. 307 00:16:17,320 --> 00:16:18,400 I'm very curious 308 00:16:19,520 --> 00:16:25,200 whether you love or hate your late wife. 309 00:16:27,600 --> 00:16:28,800 You must hate her. 310 00:16:28,880 --> 00:16:30,320 Because I resemble her, 311 00:16:30,400 --> 00:16:32,080 you've projected your hatred 312 00:16:32,160 --> 00:16:33,680 toward your late wife onto me, 313 00:16:33,760 --> 00:16:35,720 targeting me and avoiding me in any possible way. 314 00:16:36,280 --> 00:16:38,000 You two weren't the loving couple 315 00:16:38,080 --> 00:16:39,480 like people say. 316 00:16:39,560 --> 00:16:40,520 You hate her. 317 00:16:41,160 --> 00:16:42,280 Stop it! 318 00:16:53,680 --> 00:16:54,680 I'm sorry, 319 00:16:54,760 --> 00:16:55,640 Mr. Shen. 320 00:16:57,160 --> 00:16:59,200 I must have been deeply hurt by the rumors 321 00:16:59,280 --> 00:17:00,520 to ask such questions. 322 00:17:01,640 --> 00:17:02,760 I have crossed the line. 323 00:17:07,760 --> 00:17:08,800 I'm going back inside. 324 00:17:17,760 --> 00:17:18,599 I love her. 325 00:17:31,840 --> 00:17:33,240 Mr. Shen, what did you say? 326 00:17:36,280 --> 00:17:37,160 I love her. 327 00:17:43,000 --> 00:17:45,000 I'm sure your late wife 328 00:17:46,280 --> 00:17:47,720 would be very happy to hear that. 329 00:17:48,280 --> 00:17:51,040 From now on, come to the Hanlin Academy daily at 3 p.m. 330 00:17:52,840 --> 00:17:53,840 I'll perform with you. 331 00:18:21,280 --> 00:18:22,520 Have you hidden Chu Lan well? 332 00:18:22,600 --> 00:18:23,680 Father, don't worry. 333 00:18:23,760 --> 00:18:25,680 I've arranged for him to stay at the Palace Security Office. 334 00:18:25,760 --> 00:18:27,000 The security is tight there, 335 00:18:27,080 --> 00:18:29,640 so even Xiao Heng's people can't get in. 336 00:18:29,720 --> 00:18:32,080 It took me considerable effort to win over Yuan Jiang, 337 00:18:32,160 --> 00:18:34,680 the Commissioner of the Palace Security Office. 338 00:18:34,760 --> 00:18:36,880 Don't mess things up for me. 339 00:18:36,960 --> 00:18:38,360 Don't worry, Father. 340 00:18:39,560 --> 00:18:41,080 Yuan Jiang only pledged allegiance recently. 341 00:18:41,160 --> 00:18:44,600 This is precisely the opportunity for me to test their loyalty to you. 342 00:18:46,040 --> 00:18:47,040 Jin'er, 343 00:18:47,600 --> 00:18:49,120 be extra careful too. 344 00:18:51,120 --> 00:18:52,040 Yes. 345 00:19:04,720 --> 00:19:05,560 Are you all right? 346 00:19:05,640 --> 00:19:08,680 When you look at him, I can see affection in your eyes. 347 00:19:08,760 --> 00:19:10,440 He isn't the person I love. 348 00:19:11,000 --> 00:19:12,000 I don't do romance. 349 00:19:13,520 --> 00:19:14,680 It's up to you to save me or not. 350 00:19:23,760 --> 00:19:24,920 You're both liars. 351 00:19:28,840 --> 00:19:30,400 We're both liars? 352 00:19:30,480 --> 00:19:31,680 What does that mean? 353 00:19:31,760 --> 00:19:32,600 Ignore her. 354 00:19:35,520 --> 00:19:36,760 What are you holding? 355 00:19:36,840 --> 00:19:39,000 This is the chrysanthemum tea I dried myself. 356 00:19:40,120 --> 00:19:40,960 It dispels heat. 357 00:19:42,680 --> 00:19:43,800 Wen Ji. 358 00:19:45,800 --> 00:19:47,080 Brew some and give it to Jiuyue. 359 00:19:47,800 --> 00:19:49,920 This isn't about pacifying her. 360 00:19:50,000 --> 00:19:51,200 It's a jealousy issue. 361 00:19:53,040 --> 00:19:53,880 Go find Lu Ji. 362 00:19:53,960 --> 00:19:55,280 Twenty canes, right? 363 00:19:56,000 --> 00:19:57,720 Even 200 canes won't alleviate this jealousy! 364 00:20:00,640 --> 00:20:02,920 Have those who attempted to assassinate Jiuyue been caught? 365 00:20:03,000 --> 00:20:03,880 We're on it. 366 00:20:04,760 --> 00:20:05,600 What about you? 367 00:20:06,360 --> 00:20:07,800 Is everything going as planned? 368 00:20:07,880 --> 00:20:08,960 It's almost time for harvest. 369 00:20:09,040 --> 00:20:10,960 I heard you're playing the guqin for Shen Yurong. 370 00:20:11,720 --> 00:20:13,840 Duke Su, I thought you didn't like to probe. 371 00:20:13,920 --> 00:20:16,200 Why do you monitor my every step? 372 00:20:16,680 --> 00:20:17,800 I don't even need to probe. 373 00:20:18,960 --> 00:20:20,560 Once I hear about it, 374 00:20:20,640 --> 00:20:21,920 it feels unsettling. 375 00:20:22,000 --> 00:20:24,160 Then next time, I'll bring some mandarin peels. 376 00:20:24,240 --> 00:20:25,440 What does that mean? 377 00:20:25,520 --> 00:20:26,520 To alleviate jealousy. 378 00:20:28,800 --> 00:20:29,920 You're actually planning 379 00:20:30,000 --> 00:20:31,440 to perform together with Jiang Li? 380 00:20:32,040 --> 00:20:33,880 What are you thinking? Do you have a death wish? 381 00:20:34,480 --> 00:20:36,160 What if Her Highness finds out? 382 00:20:36,240 --> 00:20:37,760 Do you want our entire family to die? 383 00:20:39,520 --> 00:20:42,760 Keeping the most dangerous person close is the safest. 384 00:20:46,520 --> 00:20:47,400 Son, 385 00:20:47,480 --> 00:20:49,640 are you still in love with Xue Fangfei? 386 00:20:50,520 --> 00:20:51,560 Don't forget 387 00:20:52,040 --> 00:20:54,000 that Jiang Li and Xue Fangfei are enemies 388 00:20:54,080 --> 00:20:55,640 of Her Highness. 389 00:20:55,720 --> 00:20:57,040 If you don't distance yourself 390 00:20:57,120 --> 00:20:58,160 and actively get involved, 391 00:20:58,640 --> 00:21:00,080 what would Her Highness think? 392 00:21:00,160 --> 00:21:01,360 Mother, don't worry. 393 00:21:02,120 --> 00:21:03,640 I know what I'm doing. 394 00:21:22,640 --> 00:21:23,480 Your Highness. 395 00:21:31,640 --> 00:21:33,160 They're really rehearsing together? 396 00:21:33,240 --> 00:21:34,480 These few days, 397 00:21:34,560 --> 00:21:36,480 they've been rehearsing together at Hanlin Academy. 398 00:21:38,280 --> 00:21:39,880 Do you want Mr. Shen to come over? 399 00:21:41,440 --> 00:21:42,360 No need. 400 00:21:43,280 --> 00:21:45,000 It's useless to say certain things. 401 00:21:46,440 --> 00:21:48,280 He needs to see it with his own eyes 402 00:21:48,360 --> 00:21:49,960 to understand what he should not do. 403 00:24:04,960 --> 00:24:06,240 Who is he? 404 00:24:06,320 --> 00:24:07,600 A servant of the Jiang family. 405 00:24:07,680 --> 00:24:08,600 Luckily, he was around. 406 00:24:10,720 --> 00:24:12,640 I thought you'd be curious 407 00:24:13,360 --> 00:24:15,000 about who wanted to kill me first. 408 00:24:17,240 --> 00:24:18,840 The authorities will investigate clearly. 409 00:24:26,240 --> 00:24:28,400 He didn't stab hard and the injury isn't severe. 410 00:24:28,480 --> 00:24:29,320 Come with me. 411 00:24:29,840 --> 00:24:31,240 A thief got into the Hanlin Academy. 412 00:24:31,320 --> 00:24:32,560 I'll have someone escort you home. 413 00:24:38,280 --> 00:24:39,320 That person's Qinggong is great. 414 00:24:39,400 --> 00:24:40,720 I chased him for several streets, 415 00:24:41,560 --> 00:24:42,560 but still lost him. 416 00:24:43,120 --> 00:24:45,280 Do you think Shen Yurong sent 417 00:24:45,360 --> 00:24:47,240 the assassin today? 418 00:24:47,320 --> 00:24:48,960 It seems like the assassin 419 00:24:49,040 --> 00:24:50,760 stabbed Shen Yurong viciously. 420 00:24:50,840 --> 00:24:52,400 Had he not restrained his force in time, 421 00:24:52,480 --> 00:24:53,800 it might have pierced his chest 422 00:24:54,600 --> 00:24:55,600 and killed him. 423 00:24:56,160 --> 00:24:57,240 So it was 424 00:24:58,040 --> 00:24:59,200 Wanning's men. 425 00:24:59,800 --> 00:25:00,760 What a pity. 426 00:25:01,760 --> 00:25:03,440 He would've been a great witness and evidence. 427 00:25:04,480 --> 00:25:06,000 So this was your plan all along. 428 00:25:10,320 --> 00:25:11,200 Did you... 429 00:25:13,280 --> 00:25:14,120 fly here? 430 00:25:14,200 --> 00:25:15,480 Obviously. 431 00:25:19,720 --> 00:25:21,880 Initially, you said you're approaching Shen Yurong 432 00:25:21,960 --> 00:25:23,480 just to get evidence against him. 433 00:25:24,040 --> 00:25:25,320 It seems like 434 00:25:25,400 --> 00:25:27,280 that's not all you want. 435 00:25:27,760 --> 00:25:29,920 You even want to use this to provoke Wanning. 436 00:25:30,000 --> 00:25:32,080 The evidence against Shen Yurong is Wanning. 437 00:25:32,160 --> 00:25:34,520 I told you not to get yourself involved in the scheme. 438 00:25:34,600 --> 00:25:36,320 Did you not remember a single word? 439 00:25:39,240 --> 00:25:41,400 Zhao Ke is secretly protecting me. 440 00:25:42,280 --> 00:25:43,280 And I 441 00:25:44,000 --> 00:25:46,200 trust the man you sent 442 00:25:46,280 --> 00:25:47,720 will protect me. 443 00:25:47,800 --> 00:25:49,080 Don't flatter me. 444 00:25:53,480 --> 00:25:55,640 If Zhao Ke couldn't stop the assassin today 445 00:25:55,720 --> 00:25:56,760 and if you... 446 00:25:59,760 --> 00:26:00,800 What would you do? 447 00:26:01,280 --> 00:26:04,000 While getting involved directly may not be the best strategy, 448 00:26:05,280 --> 00:26:06,680 given the current circumstances, 449 00:26:06,760 --> 00:26:08,280 I have no choice but to do it this way. 450 00:26:09,120 --> 00:26:10,680 I just didn't expect Wanning 451 00:26:10,760 --> 00:26:12,440 to directly send someone to kill me. 452 00:26:12,520 --> 00:26:15,240 She ended up taking this step because of this man. 453 00:26:15,320 --> 00:26:16,480 Don't change the subject. 454 00:26:16,560 --> 00:26:18,200 I don't care about Wanning. 455 00:26:18,280 --> 00:26:19,160 I know. 456 00:26:20,520 --> 00:26:21,560 You care about me. 457 00:26:23,600 --> 00:26:24,680 Rest assured, 458 00:26:24,760 --> 00:26:26,360 getting involved directly 459 00:26:26,440 --> 00:26:27,560 will bring success this time. 460 00:26:28,200 --> 00:26:29,800 I promise I won't do it again. 461 00:26:32,880 --> 00:26:34,280 You're eloquent. 462 00:26:35,760 --> 00:26:37,760 Then decline the performance with Shen Yurong tomorrow. 463 00:26:38,520 --> 00:26:40,960 -Shen Yurong took a stab for me today. -Was that an act? 464 00:26:41,040 --> 00:26:42,480 -It was true. -So? 465 00:26:42,560 --> 00:26:44,400 So I'm thinking maybe I can take a different approach. 466 00:26:49,840 --> 00:26:52,080 Is this approach still going to get yourself involved? 467 00:26:53,080 --> 00:26:54,440 Not this time. 468 00:26:55,280 --> 00:26:56,360 Duke Su, 469 00:26:56,440 --> 00:26:58,680 please trust me 470 00:26:58,760 --> 00:27:00,080 like how I trust you. 471 00:27:07,560 --> 00:27:08,800 GAZEBO 472 00:27:13,480 --> 00:27:15,360 Yurong, 473 00:27:15,440 --> 00:27:17,240 you've become impressive. 474 00:27:18,440 --> 00:27:19,960 Not only did you take a stab for her, 475 00:27:21,000 --> 00:27:24,240 but after recognizing my man, 476 00:27:24,800 --> 00:27:26,560 you also dared to protect her. 477 00:27:26,640 --> 00:27:28,760 If Your Highness kills someone at Hanlin Academy's gate, 478 00:27:29,320 --> 00:27:31,240 I, the one in charge of the book compilation, 479 00:27:31,320 --> 00:27:32,600 will be taken away for questioning tomorrow. 480 00:27:32,680 --> 00:27:34,160 I guess 481 00:27:34,240 --> 00:27:35,760 it's my fault then. 482 00:27:35,840 --> 00:27:37,360 I just want to remind Your Highness 483 00:27:38,600 --> 00:27:40,040 that if you want to kill her again, 484 00:27:41,040 --> 00:27:42,560 don't involve me. 485 00:27:42,640 --> 00:27:44,000 Why are you playing dumb? 486 00:27:44,480 --> 00:27:46,200 Xiao Heng is by her side. 487 00:27:46,760 --> 00:27:49,520 As I missed this chance to kill her, I won't get another one. 488 00:27:50,480 --> 00:27:51,320 Actually, 489 00:27:52,120 --> 00:27:53,560 you were the one who made me angry. 490 00:27:54,840 --> 00:27:56,600 Why didn't you inform me 491 00:27:57,520 --> 00:27:59,000 before performing a song with her? 492 00:27:59,560 --> 00:28:01,680 No one in Hanlin Academy wants to perform with her. 493 00:28:02,560 --> 00:28:04,320 This is a task entrusted to me by His Majesty. 494 00:28:04,840 --> 00:28:05,840 If I don't handle it well, 495 00:28:06,520 --> 00:28:07,800 I will definitely be punished. 496 00:28:07,880 --> 00:28:09,120 With me around, 497 00:28:09,680 --> 00:28:10,720 who would dare to punish you? 498 00:28:10,800 --> 00:28:12,160 This matter concerns state affairs. 499 00:28:12,240 --> 00:28:14,520 I don't want to be someone who relies on Your Highness. 500 00:28:16,440 --> 00:28:18,520 If I were that way, you wouldn't like me too. 501 00:28:19,280 --> 00:28:20,400 Besides, 502 00:28:20,480 --> 00:28:22,200 I have moved on 503 00:28:22,280 --> 00:28:23,520 and have a clear conscience. 504 00:28:23,600 --> 00:28:25,600 That's why I dare to perform with Jiang Li. 505 00:28:25,680 --> 00:28:28,440 Avoidance is a sign of a guilty conscience. 506 00:28:28,520 --> 00:28:32,200 You really have a way with words, 507 00:28:32,760 --> 00:28:34,320 but you'd better speak the truth, 508 00:28:34,840 --> 00:28:38,400 or you know my personality. 509 00:28:42,680 --> 00:28:44,520 I dare not lie to you, Your Highness. 510 00:28:47,120 --> 00:28:48,320 In that case, 511 00:28:49,280 --> 00:28:51,800 focus on your state affairs 512 00:28:51,880 --> 00:28:57,080 and let me see your so-called clear conscience. 513 00:28:58,000 --> 00:28:59,600 When I'm not grounded anymore, 514 00:29:00,240 --> 00:29:02,040 I will go meet her properly. 515 00:29:07,280 --> 00:29:09,760 A few days ago, thieves broke into the Hanlin Academy. 516 00:29:10,320 --> 00:29:12,480 We've already found out that they're bandits on the run. 517 00:29:13,040 --> 00:29:15,120 Everyone should be cautious. 518 00:29:15,720 --> 00:29:18,440 Tomorrow is the day the Zhao delegation enters the capital. 519 00:29:18,520 --> 00:29:21,480 It's a critical time, so everyone must not slack off. 520 00:29:21,560 --> 00:29:22,720 Give your full effort. 521 00:29:22,800 --> 00:29:23,840 After everything goes smoothly, 522 00:29:23,920 --> 00:29:26,120 not only will everyone receive rewards from His Majesty, 523 00:29:26,200 --> 00:29:29,280 but I'll also host a banquet at home to reward everyone 524 00:29:29,360 --> 00:29:30,680 and thank you for your hard work. 525 00:29:30,760 --> 00:29:32,760 -Thank you, Mr. Shen. -Thank you, Mr. Shen. 526 00:29:32,840 --> 00:29:33,920 Prepare accordingly. 527 00:29:34,000 --> 00:29:36,000 -We're going to be busy these days. -Yes, let's go. 528 00:29:36,080 --> 00:29:37,040 I'll go with you. 529 00:29:38,720 --> 00:29:41,000 Jiang Li, when everything's done, 530 00:29:41,080 --> 00:29:42,240 let's drink. 531 00:29:42,320 --> 00:29:44,200 Yes, we haven't gathered in ages. 532 00:29:44,280 --> 00:29:45,200 Sure. 533 00:29:45,280 --> 00:29:46,200 We'll go ahead. 534 00:29:46,280 --> 00:29:48,480 -There are still many things to do. -Go. 535 00:29:48,560 --> 00:29:49,560 -Let's go. -All right. 536 00:29:50,880 --> 00:29:51,720 Jiang Li. 537 00:29:51,800 --> 00:29:52,680 Jiang Li. 538 00:29:57,320 --> 00:29:58,280 Let me tell you, 539 00:29:58,960 --> 00:30:01,040 these days have passed so quickly. 540 00:30:01,120 --> 00:30:02,360 I haven't had enough yet. 541 00:30:02,440 --> 00:30:04,760 What's the matter? Have you become addicted to receiving gifts? 542 00:30:04,840 --> 00:30:07,040 She loves the things that you gave her. 543 00:30:07,120 --> 00:30:08,600 Lately, she has been smiling at me a lot more. 544 00:30:09,280 --> 00:30:10,200 But honestly, 545 00:30:10,280 --> 00:30:12,360 as long as I receive the gifts accordingly, 546 00:30:12,440 --> 00:30:13,920 I can continue to help you. 547 00:30:14,000 --> 00:30:14,920 All right. 548 00:30:15,000 --> 00:30:16,280 Jiang Li. 549 00:30:16,360 --> 00:30:17,200 I'll go ahead then. 550 00:30:17,280 --> 00:30:18,120 All right. 551 00:30:19,600 --> 00:30:20,640 Shijie. 552 00:30:21,320 --> 00:30:22,320 I heard that since no one 553 00:30:22,400 --> 00:30:24,040 at the Hanlin Academy wants to perform with you, 554 00:30:24,120 --> 00:30:25,840 you have to perform with Mr. Shen. 555 00:30:25,920 --> 00:30:28,200 But there seems to be no conflict 556 00:30:28,280 --> 00:30:29,240 between you and Zhao Qi. 557 00:30:29,720 --> 00:30:32,840 Mr. Shen's talent is unmatched at the Hanlin Academy. 558 00:30:33,560 --> 00:30:35,200 Performing with him is naturally the best. 559 00:30:37,240 --> 00:30:38,640 I'm going to rehearse now. 560 00:30:48,560 --> 00:30:50,160 Your Majesty, the Ministry of Rites 561 00:30:50,240 --> 00:30:52,160 has already prepared everything to welcome 562 00:30:52,240 --> 00:30:53,400 the Zhao delegation. 563 00:30:53,480 --> 00:30:54,480 Today, the Court of State Ceremonial's Minister 564 00:30:54,560 --> 00:30:55,640 will personally welcome the delegation into the city 565 00:30:56,360 --> 00:30:57,400 and bring them to the official guesthouse. 566 00:30:57,480 --> 00:31:00,600 After resting and settling in, they will enter the palace for the banquet. 567 00:31:00,680 --> 00:31:01,680 Thank you, Minister Shen. 568 00:31:31,200 --> 00:31:32,400 Have you captured Chu Lan? 569 00:31:33,040 --> 00:31:34,440 He should be at the Palace Security Office. 570 00:31:34,520 --> 00:31:35,760 Palace Security Office? 571 00:31:36,480 --> 00:31:38,240 Have they also sided with Li Zhongnan? 572 00:31:39,320 --> 00:31:40,360 How is Great Zhao's princess? 573 00:31:40,440 --> 00:31:41,960 She is recuperating in my residence. 574 00:31:42,040 --> 00:31:44,840 We'll suffer a drawback if this goes on. 575 00:31:45,360 --> 00:31:46,520 That's what I'm worried about too. 576 00:31:47,000 --> 00:31:48,360 We're having the alliance meeting soon 577 00:31:48,440 --> 00:31:50,040 and Jiuyue is severely injured. 578 00:31:50,120 --> 00:31:51,560 With the assassin still at large, 579 00:31:52,120 --> 00:31:54,240 Great Zhao is bound to doubt our sincerity. 580 00:31:54,320 --> 00:31:57,200 If Prince Cheng rises in rebellion someday, it will be another variable. 581 00:31:57,280 --> 00:31:59,760 Let's use this chance to get rid of the Palace Security Office then. 582 00:32:00,240 --> 00:32:02,640 How can I allow my city gates to be controlled by Prince Cheng? 583 00:32:02,720 --> 00:32:04,000 My secret guards alone 584 00:32:04,480 --> 00:32:05,960 can't get rid of the Palace Security Office. 585 00:32:06,040 --> 00:32:07,000 What do you want to do? 586 00:32:07,080 --> 00:32:08,280 I want the Longwu Army. 587 00:32:08,360 --> 00:32:09,440 The Longwu Army? 588 00:32:13,400 --> 00:32:15,000 After training them secretly for so long, 589 00:32:15,480 --> 00:32:16,640 do you want to expose them now? 590 00:32:16,720 --> 00:32:18,600 Since they have already set up the stage, 591 00:32:19,320 --> 00:32:21,480 why don't we put on a good show 592 00:32:21,560 --> 00:32:23,000 as a deliberate act to warn them? 593 00:32:28,840 --> 00:32:29,760 Remember, 594 00:32:29,840 --> 00:32:32,080 city defense is crucial for the stability of the capital. 595 00:32:32,600 --> 00:32:35,240 Please always remember your mission. Do you understand? 596 00:32:35,320 --> 00:32:36,880 I'll complete the mission successfully. 597 00:32:36,960 --> 00:32:38,240 Very good. 598 00:32:38,320 --> 00:32:39,160 Chancellor Li. 599 00:32:39,680 --> 00:32:42,800 How did you find the time to come to the Palace Security Office, Duke Su? 600 00:32:42,880 --> 00:32:43,840 I received intelligence 601 00:32:44,320 --> 00:32:47,400 that an assassin from the north is hiding here. 602 00:32:47,480 --> 00:32:49,640 Duke Su, do you have any evidence? 603 00:32:49,720 --> 00:32:53,560 Chancellor Li, my specialty lies in intelligence gathering. 604 00:32:54,120 --> 00:32:55,800 The evidence is in the Palace Security Office. 605 00:32:55,880 --> 00:32:57,840 We'll know after I investigate. 606 00:32:59,200 --> 00:33:00,040 Guards! 607 00:33:06,840 --> 00:33:09,760 Duke Su, the Palace Security Office is not a place to be messed with. 608 00:33:09,840 --> 00:33:11,800 Your display of power 609 00:33:11,880 --> 00:33:13,840 might not work effectively here. 610 00:33:24,880 --> 00:33:27,640 By order of His Majesty, the Longwu Army is conducting a search 611 00:33:27,720 --> 00:33:30,040 of the Palace Security Office. General Yuan, please open the gates. 612 00:33:30,120 --> 00:33:32,520 If it is an imperial order, where is the decree? 613 00:33:32,600 --> 00:33:34,280 General Yuan, you seem to be confused. 614 00:33:34,360 --> 00:33:37,760 The Longwu Army has the privilege to act first and report later. 615 00:33:41,520 --> 00:33:43,840 Xiao Heng, the Palace Security Office's guards 616 00:33:43,920 --> 00:33:45,800 protect the capital's gates. It's different from anywhere else. 617 00:33:45,880 --> 00:33:47,800 Please bring the decree with you, Duke Su. 618 00:33:47,880 --> 00:33:49,040 Search the place. 619 00:33:49,120 --> 00:33:52,720 Kill anyone who dares to stop you. 620 00:33:52,800 --> 00:33:54,080 -Search the place! -Yes! 621 00:33:58,720 --> 00:34:02,360 Chancellor Li, you should stay away. Weapons are dangerous. 622 00:34:02,440 --> 00:34:03,720 They might accidentally 623 00:34:04,400 --> 00:34:06,320 kill you first and report later. 624 00:34:06,400 --> 00:34:10,120 Duke Su, have you considered the consequences? 625 00:34:10,199 --> 00:34:11,840 When the flood irrigates the fields, 626 00:34:12,480 --> 00:34:14,280 don't let the mice escape. 627 00:34:14,360 --> 00:34:15,199 -Yes. -Yes. 628 00:34:47,679 --> 00:34:48,719 How dare you come here? 629 00:34:48,800 --> 00:34:52,040 This time, you can't escape. I brought my sidekick along. 630 00:34:52,719 --> 00:34:53,960 He's a ruthless, not talkative, 631 00:34:54,040 --> 00:34:56,000 and specializes in dealing with defeated enemies. 632 00:34:56,080 --> 00:34:57,080 Get them! 633 00:35:20,280 --> 00:35:22,640 Prince Cheng's subordinate got away again. 634 00:35:22,720 --> 00:35:24,520 The relationship between Prince Cheng and Chu Lan 635 00:35:24,600 --> 00:35:26,120 is akin to yours and mine. 636 00:35:26,200 --> 00:35:27,040 It won't be easy to catch him. 637 00:35:27,120 --> 00:35:28,680 We can take this opportunity 638 00:35:28,760 --> 00:35:30,760 to replace everyone in the Palace Security Office. 639 00:35:31,640 --> 00:35:32,840 I didn't hold back yesterday. 640 00:35:32,920 --> 00:35:34,800 Quite a number of people must recuperate at home. 641 00:35:38,720 --> 00:35:41,400 Because of this incident, many people want to impeach you. 642 00:35:43,680 --> 00:35:45,200 Yuan Jiang harbored a fugitive 643 00:35:45,280 --> 00:35:47,360 and even allowed his subordinates to release Chu Lan. 644 00:35:48,040 --> 00:35:50,200 This crime alone is enough to silence people. 645 00:35:50,280 --> 00:35:53,240 He's quite clever. He found a subordinate to take the blame 646 00:35:53,320 --> 00:35:54,480 and resigned from his post. 647 00:35:54,560 --> 00:35:55,800 Do you want me to interrogate him? 648 00:35:55,880 --> 00:35:57,040 With foreign envoys in the capital, 649 00:35:57,120 --> 00:35:58,720 it's not the time to handle internal cases. 650 00:35:58,800 --> 00:36:00,280 Reclaiming control of the Palace Security Office 651 00:36:00,360 --> 00:36:02,520 has already neutralized one of Prince Cheng's moves. 652 00:36:02,600 --> 00:36:05,720 We'll settle the scores with Yuan Jiang and Li Zhongnan in due time. 653 00:36:05,800 --> 00:36:11,440 GOVERN PEOPLE, SERVE THE HEAVENS 654 00:36:16,040 --> 00:36:16,920 Father. 655 00:36:17,000 --> 00:36:19,640 Who leaked the news that Chu Lan is in the Palace Security Office? 656 00:36:19,720 --> 00:36:21,160 I have no idea. 657 00:36:21,240 --> 00:36:23,080 The Palace Security Office is heavily guarded. 658 00:36:23,160 --> 00:36:24,040 Besides them, 659 00:36:24,120 --> 00:36:25,600 only the three of us knew about this. 660 00:36:25,680 --> 00:36:28,400 -Could Chu Lan have leaked it himself? -Father. 661 00:36:28,480 --> 00:36:31,280 If it wasn't him, then it must be one of us. 662 00:36:31,360 --> 00:36:33,400 It's either me or you! 663 00:36:33,480 --> 00:36:34,400 Father. 664 00:36:37,360 --> 00:36:38,520 It's Xiao Heng. 665 00:36:38,600 --> 00:36:40,120 I find it hard to swallow the fact 666 00:36:40,200 --> 00:36:41,960 that Xiao Heng repeatedly sabotaged our major plans. 667 00:36:42,040 --> 00:36:43,840 Those in the Palace Security Office are not to be trifled with. 668 00:36:43,920 --> 00:36:45,600 How many secret guards can Xiao Heng possibly have? 669 00:36:45,680 --> 00:36:47,200 They wouldn't be Yuan Jiang's match, 670 00:36:47,280 --> 00:36:49,320 which was why I used Chu Lan as bait 671 00:36:49,400 --> 00:36:50,560 to lure him over. 672 00:36:50,640 --> 00:36:53,440 It also gave me a chance to test the Palace Security Office's loyalty. 673 00:36:53,960 --> 00:36:55,200 But I never expected 674 00:36:55,280 --> 00:36:57,080 that Xiao Heng would bring the Longwu Army. 675 00:36:57,640 --> 00:36:59,200 Father, it's my negligence 676 00:36:59,280 --> 00:37:00,160 and my mistake. 677 00:37:00,240 --> 00:37:01,880 -Please punish me. -Fool! 678 00:37:03,120 --> 00:37:05,760 -Father. -What a fool who dared to act on your own. 679 00:37:06,920 --> 00:37:08,960 You ruined the pawns I painstakingly laid out 680 00:37:09,040 --> 00:37:10,960 before they could even be put into use! 681 00:37:11,840 --> 00:37:14,240 Now that the Palace Security Office is out of our control, 682 00:37:15,200 --> 00:37:16,960 how can we turn the tide? 683 00:37:19,360 --> 00:37:21,960 Father, give me another chance. 684 00:37:22,040 --> 00:37:23,600 I won't fail this time. 685 00:37:23,680 --> 00:37:25,760 You incompetent fool. 686 00:37:25,840 --> 00:37:27,160 You won't get another chance. 687 00:37:29,000 --> 00:37:29,840 Father! 688 00:37:30,480 --> 00:37:31,360 Father! 689 00:38:06,840 --> 00:38:08,120 LIANGDU GUESTHOUSE 690 00:38:08,200 --> 00:38:10,480 -Welcome, Emperor of Great Zhao! -Welcome, Emperor of Great Zhao! 691 00:38:11,160 --> 00:38:12,400 GREAT ZHAO EMPEROR 692 00:38:12,480 --> 00:38:14,280 Welcome to our nation, Emperor of Great Zhao. 693 00:38:14,360 --> 00:38:16,120 Our emperor ordered Duke Su 694 00:38:16,200 --> 00:38:18,680 to lead our officials and scholars to greet you. 695 00:38:19,240 --> 00:38:21,200 I am Xiao Heng, Duke Su of Great Yan. 696 00:38:21,280 --> 00:38:22,240 Greetings, Your Majesty. 697 00:38:22,320 --> 00:38:24,600 Please rest in this guesthouse today 698 00:38:24,680 --> 00:38:25,720 and enter the palace tomorrow. 699 00:38:26,400 --> 00:38:28,080 The gracious hospitality of Great Yan's Emperor 700 00:38:28,600 --> 00:38:30,320 is deeply appreciated. 701 00:38:31,840 --> 00:38:34,760 Duke Su, is my sister inside? 702 00:38:36,640 --> 00:38:37,680 Jiuyue! 703 00:38:43,240 --> 00:38:44,120 Brother! 704 00:38:48,640 --> 00:38:49,600 I'm here. 705 00:38:54,160 --> 00:38:56,600 I heard you got injured. Are you all right? 706 00:38:58,120 --> 00:38:59,360 Did they catch the culprit? 707 00:38:59,880 --> 00:39:00,840 Who did this? 708 00:39:01,760 --> 00:39:03,320 Thanks to Duke Su's help, 709 00:39:03,880 --> 00:39:04,800 I'm fine. 710 00:39:05,400 --> 00:39:07,040 Duke Su is still investigating the matter. 711 00:39:07,120 --> 00:39:09,720 Don't blame him. 712 00:39:09,800 --> 00:39:11,440 Since you trust Duke Su this much, 713 00:39:12,040 --> 00:39:13,600 I won't pursue the matter. 714 00:39:15,280 --> 00:39:16,800 However, please give me an explanation 715 00:39:16,880 --> 00:39:18,720 in the future, Duke Su. 716 00:39:18,800 --> 00:39:19,640 Of course. 717 00:39:20,720 --> 00:39:21,920 This way, please, Your Majesty. 718 00:39:22,000 --> 00:39:27,200 LIANGDU GUESTHOUSE 719 00:39:27,280 --> 00:39:30,320 HENING GATE 720 00:39:30,400 --> 00:39:33,520 HEAVEN'S AUSPICIOUS RESPONSE TO MONARCH'S HIGH VIRTUE 721 00:39:53,400 --> 00:39:54,520 Your Majesty. 722 00:39:55,640 --> 00:39:56,880 Thank you, Great Yan, 723 00:39:56,960 --> 00:39:59,280 for the meticulously prepared collection of classics 724 00:39:59,880 --> 00:40:01,600 and this splendid banquet. 725 00:40:02,280 --> 00:40:05,360 It allowed us to experience Great Yan's inclusive spirit. 726 00:40:07,200 --> 00:40:08,840 I am especially grateful to Your Majesty 727 00:40:13,480 --> 00:40:15,600 for helping me find my long-lost sister. 728 00:40:17,040 --> 00:40:21,320 May Great Zhao and Great Yan establish everlasting friendship 729 00:40:21,400 --> 00:40:22,560 and form an enduring alliance. 730 00:40:22,640 --> 00:40:25,080 Your reunion with the princess 731 00:40:25,160 --> 00:40:26,400 is a fortunate event for us. 732 00:40:50,760 --> 00:40:54,640 Suddenly hearing that immortals had arrived in Penglai, 733 00:40:55,160 --> 00:40:59,960 I suspect it might be an old friend descending from the heavens. 734 00:41:00,040 --> 00:41:04,440 At sunrise, memories of youth come flooding back while riding a boat. 735 00:41:04,960 --> 00:41:08,920 At night, longing ages the soul. 736 00:41:09,000 --> 00:41:12,120 The emperor's Imperial Court welcomes guests. 737 00:41:12,200 --> 00:41:16,720 Countless spring flowers laugh with the wind. 738 00:41:16,800 --> 00:41:21,280 Talking about good wine, we get drunk again. 739 00:41:23,080 --> 00:41:27,440 Stars scattered across the sky, tears flowing like tides. 740 00:41:27,520 --> 00:41:32,600 Who says the mortal world is full of loneliness? 741 00:41:33,320 --> 00:41:34,920 Bottoms up, 742 00:41:35,000 --> 00:41:41,520 the mountains and rivers stretch endlessly. 743 00:42:28,480 --> 00:42:31,240 HEAVEN'S AUSPICIOUS RESPONSE TO MONARCH'S HIGH VIRTUE 744 00:43:33,920 --> 00:43:36,080 Today, I will escort the Emperor of Great Zhao and Jiuyue 745 00:43:36,160 --> 00:43:37,040 to the border. 746 00:43:37,760 --> 00:43:38,760 When will you be back? 747 00:43:41,280 --> 00:43:42,120 I'm not sure. 748 00:43:47,200 --> 00:43:49,960 What do you think of the music I played yesterday? 749 00:43:51,040 --> 00:43:52,160 It was extremely unpleasant. 750 00:43:54,400 --> 00:43:57,120 I also feel it was the most unpleasant performance 751 00:43:57,200 --> 00:44:00,160 I've ever delivered in my life. 752 00:44:00,240 --> 00:44:03,120 Next time, I'll play a different piece for you, all right? 753 00:44:05,040 --> 00:44:06,200 I'll remember that. 754 00:44:07,920 --> 00:44:09,080 Don't go back on your word. 755 00:44:11,200 --> 00:44:12,080 I won't. 756 00:44:12,880 --> 00:44:15,040 Duke Su, you should leave and return soon 757 00:44:15,120 --> 00:44:16,320 so I can repay my debt earlier. 758 00:44:19,760 --> 00:44:22,360 Before leaving, I have a piece of advice for you. 759 00:44:23,360 --> 00:44:24,240 What is it? 760 00:44:24,920 --> 00:44:28,000 Be it the previous life or the current, just live to the fullest. 761 00:44:29,240 --> 00:44:31,200 Never compromise yourself 762 00:44:31,280 --> 00:44:33,360 to become someone else just to please others, 763 00:44:35,200 --> 00:44:38,480 including me. 764 00:44:50,240 --> 00:44:57,080 RETURN OF THE CLOUDS