1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:05,670 ♫ Those people, those affairs, those palace doors ♫ 2 00:00:05,670 --> 00:00:10,950 ♫ One step into the commotions of this world ♫ 3 00:00:10,950 --> 00:00:16,580 ♫ Listen to the wind, listen to the rain, listen to the endless ups and downs of life ♫ 4 00:00:16,580 --> 00:00:21,230 ♫ Destiny indeed loves us ♫ 5 00:00:21,230 --> 00:00:26,600 ♫ Look at the dreams sealed by the kiss of time ♫ 6 00:00:26,600 --> 00:00:32,090 ♫ Remember half the life that’s already been lived ♫ 7 00:00:32,090 --> 00:00:37,620 ♫ In these red walls, remains one person ♫ 8 00:00:37,620 --> 00:00:43,660 ♫ Wait for the dead of the night, wait for eternity ♫ 9 00:00:43,660 --> 00:00:48,590 ♫ If the world is a storm, then everything in it must take refuge ♫ 10 00:00:48,590 --> 00:00:53,960 ♫ I’ll go with you ♫ 11 00:00:53,960 --> 00:00:59,090 ♫ Traveling across thousands of mountains, don’t be afraid of the wasteland ♫ 12 00:00:59,090 --> 00:01:04,450 ♫ There’ll be flowers on the side of the path ♫ 13 00:01:04,450 --> 00:01:09,520 ♫ Love and hate are too messy; simply coming and going ♫ 14 00:01:09,520 --> 00:01:14,900 ♫ The winds and clouds have not dissipated ♫ 15 00:01:14,900 --> 00:01:26,910 ♫ Spring and fall are long; I can finally wander this mortal world with you ♫ 16 00:01:26,910 --> 00:01:30,290 [Rebel Princess] 17 00:01:30,290 --> 00:01:34,060 [Episode 33] 18 00:01:35,040 --> 00:01:43,020 Timing and Subtitles brought to you by The Emperor’s Conquests@ Viki.com 19 00:02:19,150 --> 00:02:21,100 Master, you must’ve been startled. 20 00:02:23,610 --> 00:02:26,800 I’m fine. I anticipated this. 21 00:02:26,800 --> 00:02:31,380 I just never thought they’d be in such a rush. 22 00:02:31,380 --> 00:02:34,600 Master, we cannot stay here for too long. 23 00:02:36,660 --> 00:02:38,350 Let’s go. 24 00:02:58,050 --> 00:03:01,820 [Ci’an Temple] 25 00:03:08,890 --> 00:03:14,570 Princess Consort, I have counted the days. 26 00:03:14,570 --> 00:03:18,990 We’ve been here at Ci’an Temple for three months already. 27 00:03:18,990 --> 00:03:21,380 It’s been that long? 28 00:03:21,380 --> 00:03:23,470 Well, what about it? 29 00:03:24,570 --> 00:03:27,470 I spoke out of turn. 30 00:03:27,470 --> 00:03:31,610 I just feel that no matter how lovely Ci’an Temple is, 31 00:03:31,610 --> 00:03:34,580 it’s not better than home. 32 00:03:36,240 --> 00:03:39,860 Princess Consort, every time His Highness comes to visit you, 33 00:03:39,860 --> 00:03:43,960 he may not urge you to return home, 34 00:03:43,960 --> 00:03:46,750 but I can tell that 35 00:03:46,750 --> 00:03:51,400 deep down inside, he longs for you to return soon. 36 00:03:58,390 --> 00:03:59,850 What’s the matter, Jin’er? 37 00:03:59,850 --> 00:04:03,790 Princess Consort, General Song Huai’en has sent one of his men here with a report. 38 00:04:03,790 --> 00:04:06,350 He is coming here to visit Your Highness. 39 00:04:06,350 --> 00:04:08,850 He says he is acting according to His Highness’s orders 40 00:04:08,850 --> 00:04:12,860 and will deliver some things to you as he passes by. 41 00:04:13,740 --> 00:04:17,530 Jin’er, you say that General Song is just passing by? 42 00:04:17,530 --> 00:04:19,900 Where is he going? 43 00:04:21,520 --> 00:04:27,300 I heard... he is going to the Imperial Mausoleum. 44 00:04:27,300 --> 00:04:29,870 Imperial Mausoleum? 45 00:04:29,870 --> 00:04:32,180 How could he be allowed in there? 46 00:04:34,110 --> 00:04:38,510 This time, General Song 47 00:04:38,510 --> 00:04:43,440 was given orders to escort the Prince of Anping to the Imperial Mausoleum. 48 00:04:47,120 --> 00:04:48,990 Zitan? 49 00:04:51,070 --> 00:04:52,720 Zitan is going to the Imperial Mausoleum? 50 00:04:52,720 --> 00:04:56,740 Empress Dowager is now wielding control with the ascension of the new emperor. 51 00:04:56,740 --> 00:05:00,730 If the Prince of Anping remains in the capital, 52 00:05:00,730 --> 00:05:03,850 he is bound to suffer. 53 00:05:03,850 --> 00:05:07,300 How pitiful. He hasn’t even fully recovered from his wounds, 54 00:05:07,300 --> 00:05:11,860 yet he personally requested to mourn for the late emperor in the Imperial Mausoleum. 55 00:05:11,860 --> 00:05:13,850 The Imperial Mausoleum is bitterly cold. 56 00:05:13,850 --> 00:05:18,670 I don’t know if the Prince of Anping will be able to bear it. 57 00:05:20,380 --> 00:05:23,640 Yu Xiu, invite General Song inside the temple to talk. 58 00:05:23,640 --> 00:05:25,350 Yes. 59 00:05:33,970 --> 00:05:36,380 Prince of Anping, please rest here for a bit. 60 00:05:36,380 --> 00:05:38,800 I will be back shortly. 61 00:05:44,230 --> 00:05:46,780 [Ci’an Temple] 62 00:05:51,270 --> 00:05:53,080 Please send regards on my behalf. 63 00:05:53,080 --> 00:05:54,760 Yes. 64 00:06:43,580 --> 00:06:45,500 General Song— 65 00:06:46,120 --> 00:06:48,190 Older Sister Jin’er. 66 00:06:49,740 --> 00:06:53,230 Her Highness is right. 67 00:06:53,230 --> 00:06:56,640 Some people only know how to eat and don’t remember the beatings. (Idiom: to be inattentive) 68 00:06:56,640 --> 00:07:00,070 You keep making the same mistakes over and over. 69 00:07:00,070 --> 00:07:02,550 The road is in front of you. 70 00:07:02,550 --> 00:07:06,940 I came from behind you. How could I have been General Song? 71 00:07:08,140 --> 00:07:10,610 Go ahead and laugh at me. 72 00:07:10,610 --> 00:07:13,090 My admiration for General Song 73 00:07:13,090 --> 00:07:15,300 is already an open secret anyway. 74 00:07:15,300 --> 00:07:20,290 I might as well just admit it! I do like General Song. 75 00:07:20,290 --> 00:07:22,780 That is why I’m here waiting for him. 76 00:07:24,180 --> 00:07:29,110 To be honest, what right do I have to laugh at you? 77 00:07:29,110 --> 00:07:33,760 Speaking of that, you have the courage to openly like someone, 78 00:07:33,760 --> 00:07:36,330 to love someone, 79 00:07:36,330 --> 00:07:37,890 which makes me envious of you. 80 00:07:37,890 --> 00:07:42,210 Older Sister Jin’er, you speak with such sadness. 81 00:07:42,210 --> 00:07:45,900 I’m guessing that you have someone you like as well, right? 82 00:07:50,350 --> 00:07:55,760 The person you like isn’t General Song, is it? 83 00:07:55,760 --> 00:07:58,510 That’s why you’re waiting here for him. 84 00:08:03,080 --> 00:08:07,200 I wouldn’t want your General Song even if you gave him to me. 85 00:08:07,200 --> 00:08:12,280 The person I like is many times better than him. 86 00:08:12,280 --> 00:08:14,890 He’s even better than General Song? 87 00:08:15,510 --> 00:08:19,160 Could it be... His Highness? 88 00:08:19,160 --> 00:08:23,180 The only person in this world who’s better than General Song is His Highness. 89 00:08:23,180 --> 00:08:27,430 - Older Sister Jin’er– - What on earth goes through that tiny head of yours all day? 90 00:08:30,380 --> 00:08:35,040 There. Your General Song has arrived. 91 00:08:43,140 --> 00:08:44,870 Miss Yu Xiu. 92 00:08:45,610 --> 00:08:48,710 - General Song. - Miss Yu Xiu, how is your wound? 93 00:08:48,710 --> 00:08:52,360 It’s much better now. I am indebted to you for your concern. 94 00:08:52,360 --> 00:08:53,830 Miss Jin’er. 95 00:08:53,830 --> 00:08:58,800 General Song, Princess Consort sent us here to wait for you. 96 00:08:58,800 --> 00:09:01,610 Did you come here alone? 97 00:09:01,610 --> 00:09:04,010 I came alone on horseback. There are too many soldiers. 98 00:09:04,010 --> 00:09:08,810 I feared I would disturb Her Highness’s peace and quiet; therefore, I’ve had them all wait outside. 99 00:09:08,810 --> 00:09:11,050 What about the Prince of Anping? 100 00:09:13,440 --> 00:09:15,380 He is also outside. 101 00:09:16,950 --> 00:09:21,100 I will deliver these goods to Princess Consort now. I’ll take my leave. 102 00:09:37,240 --> 00:09:39,320 His Highness misses you dearly. 103 00:09:39,320 --> 00:09:42,350 How have you been, Your Highness? 104 00:09:43,430 --> 00:09:47,910 When I’m here, I pay no attention to outside matters. 105 00:09:47,910 --> 00:09:51,430 It is peaceful, quiet, and I am at ease. 106 00:09:51,430 --> 00:09:54,100 My condition is also much better. 107 00:09:54,100 --> 00:09:57,130 Your Highness does look much better. 108 00:10:03,360 --> 00:10:05,590 How is His Highness? 109 00:10:06,360 --> 00:10:08,830 He has been very busy with state affairs ever since the new emperor ascended to the throne. 110 00:10:08,830 --> 00:10:10,850 Every day, His Highness is kept busy until the middle of the night. 111 00:10:10,850 --> 00:10:15,050 Unexpectedly, he’s even more exhausted than he was... than he was when he was at Ningshuo. 112 00:10:19,100 --> 00:10:20,890 Princess Consort. 113 00:10:21,780 --> 00:10:27,060 Although Ci’an Temple is peaceful, it is also somber. 114 00:10:27,060 --> 00:10:29,940 Your Highness should return to the manor soon. 115 00:10:31,810 --> 00:10:34,060 His Highness says nothing, 116 00:10:34,060 --> 00:10:38,800 but all of us can tell that he misses you... a great deal. 117 00:10:40,830 --> 00:10:45,580 Besides, His Highness also needs your care. 118 00:10:50,510 --> 00:10:53,020 I have said too much. 119 00:10:53,020 --> 00:10:55,690 You may be right, Huai’en. 120 00:10:56,900 --> 00:10:59,090 Here... 121 00:11:01,300 --> 00:11:04,150 I might be able to avoid matters for a short time, 122 00:11:04,150 --> 00:11:07,030 but how could I possibly avoid things forever? 123 00:11:10,910 --> 00:11:14,450 [Supreme Enlightenment] 124 00:11:17,360 --> 00:11:19,140 Your Highness, please stay behind. 125 00:11:19,140 --> 00:11:21,310 I still have military affairs to attend to. 126 00:11:21,310 --> 00:11:23,360 I will take my leave now. 127 00:11:30,930 --> 00:11:33,560 Prince of Anping... 128 00:11:33,560 --> 00:11:37,720 wanted me to ask about Your Highness’s wellbeing. 129 00:11:39,040 --> 00:11:41,050 How’s his injury? 130 00:11:41,050 --> 00:11:43,060 It’s well. 131 00:11:43,060 --> 00:11:47,280 I just hear a few coughs when the weather is cold. 132 00:11:49,010 --> 00:11:52,920 I planted a bunch of orchids in the gardens near the Imperial Mausoleum. 133 00:11:52,920 --> 00:11:56,120 If it is convenient for you, 134 00:11:56,120 --> 00:11:58,130 go see them on my behalf. 135 00:11:58,130 --> 00:12:02,580 If they are still alive, help me water them. 136 00:12:02,580 --> 00:12:05,070 Take care of them. 137 00:12:06,630 --> 00:12:09,010 I understand. 138 00:12:09,010 --> 00:12:10,810 I shall take my leave. 139 00:12:19,050 --> 00:12:21,060 Senior Maidservant Xu, 140 00:12:21,750 --> 00:12:25,600 we will return to the manor tomorrow night. 141 00:12:25,600 --> 00:12:29,670 Yes. Princess Consort, it is about time for you to move back to the prince’s manor. 142 00:12:29,670 --> 00:12:32,920 I will send someone to notify the manor now. 143 00:12:35,480 --> 00:12:38,230 Prince of Anping, the medicine has already been delivered. 144 00:12:38,230 --> 00:12:40,100 Let’s set off. 145 00:12:41,340 --> 00:12:42,850 Yes. 146 00:12:47,530 --> 00:12:49,850 Your Majesty has such skilled hands. 147 00:12:52,980 --> 00:12:55,720 - Your Majesty. - You may leave. 148 00:12:55,720 --> 00:12:57,380 Yes. 149 00:13:05,270 --> 00:13:08,250 Your Majesty, there is news from the north. 150 00:13:08,250 --> 00:13:09,780 Was it a success? 151 00:13:09,780 --> 00:13:12,110 No. 152 00:13:12,110 --> 00:13:14,270 A bunch of fools. 153 00:13:14,270 --> 00:13:17,850 So many people against an old exiled thing. 154 00:13:17,850 --> 00:13:19,910 How could they fail? 155 00:13:19,910 --> 00:13:24,680 The head of the assassins said that there were a lot of people who wanted to kill Wang Lin. 156 00:13:24,690 --> 00:13:28,520 When they all started fighting, everyone thought the other was protecting him. 157 00:13:28,520 --> 00:13:31,810 In the end, everyone failed. 158 00:13:36,150 --> 00:13:39,920 Fools! A bunch of fools! 159 00:13:46,060 --> 00:13:50,350 - Yu Xiu, bring this and this. - All right. 160 00:13:50,350 --> 00:13:52,580 Her Highness finds these convenient to use. 161 00:13:53,300 --> 00:13:55,490 We’re finally returning to the manor. 162 00:13:55,490 --> 00:13:57,630 Ci’an Temple may be peaceful, 163 00:13:57,630 --> 00:14:00,480 but it gets tiresome when one lives here a long time. 164 00:14:00,480 --> 00:14:03,790 I used to always complain that the capital was noisy. 165 00:14:03,790 --> 00:14:06,930 After living here and experiencing such quietness for so long, 166 00:14:06,930 --> 00:14:08,560 it seems like my body is about to grow mold. 167 00:14:08,560 --> 00:14:11,040 I really kind of miss the manor. 168 00:14:11,040 --> 00:14:15,140 My hair smells like incense. I can’t wash it off no matter how hard I try. 169 00:14:15,140 --> 00:14:18,380 You are all chattering away with no break. 170 00:14:18,380 --> 00:14:20,920 Turns out that you all are sick and tired of staying here with me. 171 00:14:20,920 --> 00:14:23,380 - That’s right. - Isn’t that right? - That’s right. - That’s right. 172 00:14:23,380 --> 00:14:25,170 All right. 173 00:14:27,260 --> 00:14:31,810 Whoever said “that’s right” must stay here and is not allowed to return. 174 00:14:31,810 --> 00:14:33,820 Ladies, pack quickly 175 00:14:33,820 --> 00:14:35,870 so we can set out earlier. 176 00:14:38,140 --> 00:14:42,070 Reporting to Empress Dowager. The assassins I sent all possessed high martial arts skills. 177 00:14:42,070 --> 00:14:43,790 Even they couldn’t make a move on him. 178 00:14:43,790 --> 00:14:47,760 It is clear that those escorting the prime minister must be masters in martial arts. 179 00:14:47,760 --> 00:14:49,740 Could it be... 180 00:14:49,740 --> 00:14:52,980 Could it be that they are subordinates of Prince Yuzhang? 181 00:14:52,980 --> 00:14:57,190 If that’s the case, then I can’t figure out 182 00:14:57,190 --> 00:15:00,200 Prince Yuzhang’s methods. 183 00:15:00,200 --> 00:15:03,310 According to logic, he has already saved Older Brother’s life once. 184 00:15:03,310 --> 00:15:07,600 He’s already acted his part in the play he wrote for A’Wu. 185 00:15:08,320 --> 00:15:10,920 It wouldn’t be Prince Yuzhang. 186 00:15:12,000 --> 00:15:16,780 Perhaps... they are remnants of my older brother’s faction? 187 00:15:18,160 --> 00:15:20,810 Even if the power he amassed for the past 20 some years 188 00:15:20,810 --> 00:15:23,260 was taken away all at once, 189 00:15:23,260 --> 00:15:27,280 it is inevitable for a few fish to slip through the net. 190 00:15:27,280 --> 00:15:30,780 If it really is so, we should act soon. 191 00:15:30,780 --> 00:15:33,410 We can’t give him the opportunity to take a breath. 192 00:15:33,410 --> 00:15:34,960 The place he was exiled to is bleak and miserable. 193 00:15:34,960 --> 00:15:38,960 The prime minister has also endured an arduous journey. I’m sure his body will not be able to take it. 194 00:15:38,960 --> 00:15:43,250 We will have a greater chance of success if we make a move on him then. 195 00:15:44,230 --> 00:15:48,880 Within a month, I want to hear the news I should hear. 196 00:15:48,880 --> 00:15:50,980 Yes, Empress Dowager. 197 00:15:57,540 --> 00:15:59,710 [Prince’s Manor] 198 00:16:02,440 --> 00:16:04,880 Is that Prince Yuzhang marrying again? 199 00:16:04,880 --> 00:16:07,990 Why is the red cloth blocking the view so securely? 200 00:16:07,990 --> 00:16:09,470 Regional Minister Lin. 201 00:16:09,470 --> 00:16:15,650 Do you know whose family’s daughter Prince Yuzhang is marrying today? 202 00:16:15,650 --> 00:16:18,140 Do you also not know who it is, Regional Minister Wei? 203 00:16:18,140 --> 00:16:19,980 I received the invitation only this morning. 204 00:16:19,980 --> 00:16:22,180 I’m feeling pretty confused. 205 00:16:22,180 --> 00:16:24,710 Regional Minister Lin, don’t forget. 206 00:16:24,710 --> 00:16:28,290 Prince Yuzhang’s manor already has a mistress. 207 00:16:28,290 --> 00:16:31,120 The incomparable Princess Consort Yuzhang 208 00:16:31,120 --> 00:16:33,030 is not to be trifled with. 209 00:16:33,030 --> 00:16:34,980 Let’s go watch the liveliness. 210 00:16:34,980 --> 00:16:37,320 - Where are we going? What festivities? - Nowadays, which man doesn’t take in a concubine? 211 00:16:37,320 --> 00:16:40,320 Isn’t it because Princess Consort Yuzhang isn’t there? 212 00:16:47,340 --> 00:16:49,610 Princess Consort has arrived! 213 00:16:51,170 --> 00:16:55,440 [Prince’s Manor] 214 00:17:03,460 --> 00:17:06,410 - Move back, move back. - Move back! 215 00:17:06,410 --> 00:17:08,910 Go. Move back. 216 00:17:14,360 --> 00:17:16,300 Princess Consort, you are back? 217 00:17:16,300 --> 00:17:18,050 If Princess Consort had not returned, 218 00:17:18,050 --> 00:17:20,790 Prince Yuzhang’s Manor would have been taken over by another! 219 00:17:20,790 --> 00:17:22,560 That’s not it. Princess Consort, listen to what I say. 220 00:17:22,560 --> 00:17:24,200 Princess Consort, let’s go! 221 00:17:24,200 --> 00:17:25,910 The Wang Clan still stands! 222 00:17:25,910 --> 00:17:29,570 We will go and look for Heir Apparent! If all else fails, then we will return to Fengchi Palace! 223 00:17:29,570 --> 00:17:32,470 I don’t believe Empress Dowager and the emperor will just sit back and remain indifferent! 224 00:17:32,470 --> 00:17:34,250 Senior Maidservant Xu, 225 00:17:34,950 --> 00:17:40,260 this is Prince Yuzhang’s Manor. I am Princess Consort Yuzhang. 226 00:17:40,260 --> 00:17:43,170 What reason would there be for me to not enter my own home? 227 00:18:08,900 --> 00:18:11,520 The Princess Consort has arrived! 228 00:18:57,860 --> 00:19:02,410 ♫ The fear of rain and tears stain your plume ♫ 229 00:19:02,410 --> 00:19:06,930 ♫ Time chases the distance of soldiers ♫ 230 00:19:06,930 --> 00:19:09,220 ♫ There is still a limit to what you can miss ♫ 231 00:19:09,220 --> 00:19:11,520 ♫ Why are there guests in this world? ♫ 232 00:19:11,520 --> 00:19:16,430 ♫ Tears can be deceiving, love is hard to fake ♫ 233 00:19:16,430 --> 00:19:21,080 ♫ I hear the wind withers and dies as if it’s singing a thousand songs of sadness ♫ 234 00:19:21,080 --> 00:19:25,290 ♫ In my dreams, I see you smiling like a painting ♫ 235 00:19:25,290 --> 00:19:27,870 ♫ I’ll be going to you on my horse ♫ 236 00:19:27,870 --> 00:19:30,050 ♫ Return to your gentleness ♫ 237 00:19:30,050 --> 00:19:35,940 ♫ I can’t let go of my heart, I can’t let go ♫ 238 00:19:36,890 --> 00:19:41,530 ♫ Waiting for the sea to change and wash away the burden ♫ 239 00:19:41,530 --> 00:19:46,190 ♫ Spend time with you ♫ 240 00:19:46,190 --> 00:19:55,820 ♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity ♫ 241 00:19:55,820 --> 00:19:57,180 Trust me. 242 00:19:57,180 --> 00:20:00,150 ♫ Waiting for the sea clouds to fade away ♫ 243 00:20:00,160 --> 00:20:04,830 ♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫ 244 00:20:04,830 --> 00:20:14,440 ♫ We will meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫ 245 00:20:33,350 --> 00:20:37,890 ♫ The words of farewell fades from our lips ♫ 246 00:20:37,890 --> 00:20:42,380 ♫ The stampede of horses is a song, bringing out a sand storm ♫ 247 00:20:42,380 --> 00:20:44,690 ♫ If there is a horizon to yearning ♫ 248 00:20:44,690 --> 00:20:45,830 ♫ why is it under the heavens? ♫ 249 00:20:45,830 --> 00:20:50,570 As everyone knows, during my wedding with Her Highness, 250 00:20:50,570 --> 00:20:52,630 there was an emergency at the border 251 00:20:52,630 --> 00:20:56,290 so I had no choice but to leave the capital overnight, 252 00:20:56,290 --> 00:21:00,450 leaving Her Highness alone in just an empty manor. 253 00:21:00,450 --> 00:21:03,920 What woman, regardless of their social standing, 254 00:21:03,920 --> 00:21:09,830 wouldn’t wish for an auspicious and perfect wedding? 255 00:21:11,530 --> 00:21:17,180 Unfortunately, the dignified Princess Shangyang had to marry down to a boorish fellow such as myself. 256 00:21:18,180 --> 00:21:20,590 Yet on our great wedding night, 257 00:21:21,960 --> 00:21:24,820 she did not even see my face one time. 258 00:21:25,520 --> 00:21:27,590 That is the biggest mistake that I, Xiao Qi, 259 00:21:27,590 --> 00:21:32,630 ever made in my life. 260 00:21:35,420 --> 00:21:38,940 But not only did the Princess Consort pay no heed to her previous hostility, 261 00:21:38,940 --> 00:21:41,200 she even saved me from calamity time and time again. 262 00:21:41,200 --> 00:21:45,710 What more could a husband want when such a virtuous wife is before him? 263 00:21:50,260 --> 00:21:54,620 Tonight, the Princess Consort has returned to the capital. 264 00:21:54,620 --> 00:21:59,450 Without her permission, I arranged this private banquet because 265 00:21:59,450 --> 00:22:05,290 I just want to repay her with a completed wedding. 266 00:22:54,230 --> 00:22:56,450 From now on, 267 00:22:57,170 --> 00:22:59,700 I, Xiao Qi, 268 00:23:00,830 --> 00:23:04,520 will only have one woman for life, Wang Xuan. 269 00:23:11,430 --> 00:23:19,140 Congratulations, Prince! Congratulations, Princess Consort! Congratulations, Prince! Congratulations, Princess Consort! 270 00:23:35,290 --> 00:23:38,990 If the Grand Elder Princess’s spirit 271 00:23:38,990 --> 00:23:42,440 can see this from Heaven, then that would be great. 272 00:24:18,770 --> 00:24:23,750 Your Majesty, the banquet in Prince Yuzhang’s manor is not to welcome a concubine. 273 00:24:23,750 --> 00:24:25,880 They’re not welcoming a concubine? 274 00:24:27,070 --> 00:24:29,200 Then what kind of wedding banquet are they holding? 275 00:24:29,200 --> 00:24:31,580 Today, Princess Consort Yuzhang returned to the manor. 276 00:24:31,580 --> 00:24:35,980 Prince Yuzhang said that he especially arranged the banquet to make up for his regrets 277 00:24:35,980 --> 00:24:38,880 over leaving Princess Consort on their wedding night. 278 00:24:38,880 --> 00:24:40,900 The banquet at Prince Yuzhang’s manor was 279 00:24:40,900 --> 00:24:43,950 filled with all the noble families in attendance. 280 00:24:43,950 --> 00:24:47,740 He even proclaimed in front of everyone that he will never marry anyone else other than Princess Consort. 281 00:24:47,740 --> 00:24:50,130 Only one woman? 282 00:24:53,190 --> 00:24:57,540 That Prince Yuzhang certainly isn’t a crude and rash soldier. 283 00:24:57,540 --> 00:25:00,100 His planning is very calculated as expected. 284 00:25:00,100 --> 00:25:02,660 What does Your Majesty mean? 285 00:25:02,660 --> 00:25:04,290 Prince Yuzhang gained power. 286 00:25:04,290 --> 00:25:09,300 There are many noble families that want to get close to him. 287 00:25:10,030 --> 00:25:13,490 But his resources in the capital are still limited. 288 00:25:13,490 --> 00:25:15,300 The current political situation is complicated. 289 00:25:15,300 --> 00:25:18,420 Whether these people are on his side or are spies, 290 00:25:18,420 --> 00:25:21,310 how would he know? 291 00:25:21,310 --> 00:25:24,860 This is good. In the name of being insanely in love, 292 00:25:24,860 --> 00:25:28,090 he has solved a lot of problems. 293 00:25:35,250 --> 00:25:38,620 Quickly put me down. They’re all looking. 294 00:25:39,320 --> 00:25:41,660 I’m doting on my own woman, 295 00:25:41,660 --> 00:25:43,640 why would I be afraid that others can see? 296 00:26:47,640 --> 00:26:49,510 Xiao Qi. 297 00:26:50,620 --> 00:26:54,500 Thank you for everything you did for me today. 298 00:27:06,590 --> 00:27:09,140 You still don’t trust me? 299 00:27:19,880 --> 00:27:22,500 You and I are both aware that 300 00:27:24,050 --> 00:27:27,740 this marriage was only a maneuver in a greater chess game to my father. 301 00:27:29,380 --> 00:27:31,930 Now that he has lost, 302 00:27:32,420 --> 00:27:37,630 both the Wang Clan and the Imperial Family must look to you, Prince Yuzhang, for support. 303 00:27:39,320 --> 00:27:43,950 And I, this daughter of a criminal official, 304 00:27:45,100 --> 00:27:48,370 relied on this title of “Princess Consort Yuzhang” 305 00:27:48,370 --> 00:27:51,710 to keep the last of my dignity intact. 306 00:27:54,210 --> 00:27:57,010 The person I love is you, 307 00:27:57,010 --> 00:27:59,440 not some Princess Shangyang. 308 00:27:59,440 --> 00:28:02,800 Nor any one of your titles. 309 00:28:04,920 --> 00:28:09,220 Even if there comes a day when you lose all of your splendor, 310 00:28:09,220 --> 00:28:13,970 you will still be you, the “you” I love. 311 00:28:14,750 --> 00:28:17,230 Ever since I was young, 312 00:28:17,230 --> 00:28:20,020 Father and Auntie both said they loved me. 313 00:28:20,020 --> 00:28:22,200 But in the end, 314 00:28:23,540 --> 00:28:27,080 I still became only a chess piece in their hands. 315 00:28:46,490 --> 00:28:52,350 Being born in the Wang family, it was unavoidable that you’d be used in this fight for power. 316 00:28:53,410 --> 00:28:55,870 It wasn’t your fault. 317 00:28:58,900 --> 00:29:01,280 Now we are husband and wife. 318 00:29:01,280 --> 00:29:06,370 From now on, whether it’s a mountain of daggers or a sea of flames, 319 00:29:06,970 --> 00:29:09,300 I will always be with you. 320 00:29:13,260 --> 00:29:15,170 My heart is exhausted. 321 00:29:17,480 --> 00:29:19,190 Don’t be afraid. 322 00:29:20,140 --> 00:29:22,280 If you are tired, 323 00:29:22,280 --> 00:29:27,220 I’ll carry you so we can walk together. 324 00:30:08,880 --> 00:30:12,370 Something is strange with how the village dog is barking tonight. 325 00:30:12,370 --> 00:30:14,710 That wretched dog probably saw some cat. 326 00:30:14,710 --> 00:30:16,950 One day when I can no longer stand his barking, 327 00:30:16,950 --> 00:30:18,400 I’m going to kill it and eat it for sure. 328 00:30:18,400 --> 00:30:19,990 What is going on? 329 00:30:19,990 --> 00:30:23,230 It’s nothing, it’s nothing. Let’s sleep, let’s sleep. 330 00:30:25,640 --> 00:30:27,720 - This way. - Let’s go. 331 00:30:32,200 --> 00:30:34,760 Wait! Wait! 332 00:30:34,760 --> 00:30:37,320 - What is it now? - Go take a look. 333 00:30:37,320 --> 00:30:39,450 Ever since that high official came, 334 00:30:39,450 --> 00:30:41,340 there are always strange people appearing in our village. 335 00:30:41,340 --> 00:30:43,000 I’m quite afraid. 336 00:30:43,000 --> 00:30:45,670 - Quickly get up! - You’re making a fuss about nothing. 337 00:30:45,670 --> 00:30:48,260 - Why are you so fussy? - Just go have a look. 338 00:30:48,260 --> 00:30:49,990 What high official? 339 00:30:49,990 --> 00:30:52,280 A plucked phoenix is still just a chicken. 340 00:30:52,280 --> 00:30:56,080 Those who come here have all committed great crimes. 341 00:30:56,080 --> 00:30:58,500 - It’s nothing. - But I don’t feel at ease. 342 00:30:58,500 --> 00:31:01,090 It’s nothing, it’s nothing! Let’s sleep, all right? 343 00:32:52,130 --> 00:32:53,740 - Fire! - Fire! 344 00:32:53,740 --> 00:32:55,750 - Fire! - Save me! 345 00:32:55,750 --> 00:32:58,190 - Save us! - Is anyone here? 346 00:32:58,190 --> 00:33:00,250 - Quick someone help! - Save us! Save us from the fire! 347 00:33:00,250 --> 00:33:04,310 - Save us! - Fire! 348 00:33:09,780 --> 00:33:11,120 Your Majesty. 349 00:33:11,120 --> 00:33:13,160 - You’re back? - Yes. 350 00:33:13,160 --> 00:33:16,570 Miss Wang who was selected by the person I sent to Langya 351 00:33:16,570 --> 00:33:19,330 - has been brought here. - How is she? 352 00:33:19,330 --> 00:33:22,020 Didn’t you say her appearance 353 00:33:22,020 --> 00:33:26,040 is 70% similar to that of the Princess Consort Yuzhang? 354 00:33:26,040 --> 00:33:28,480 This is great. 355 00:33:29,540 --> 00:33:32,940 Long’er has liked A’Wu for many years. No need for a 70% similarity. 356 00:33:32,940 --> 00:33:37,360 Even with 30% or 40%, she is still a rare beauty. 357 00:33:38,360 --> 00:33:41,340 My wish is to give the empress position 358 00:33:41,340 --> 00:33:45,310 to a daughter of the Wang Clan who listens only to me. 359 00:34:34,320 --> 00:34:35,880 Maiden Selection? 360 00:34:35,880 --> 00:34:37,270 Yes. 361 00:34:37,270 --> 00:34:40,970 Your Majesty has ascended the throne for quite some time now 362 00:34:40,970 --> 00:34:43,300 and it just so happens that the empress is pregnant. 363 00:34:43,300 --> 00:34:45,440 It is the empire’s greatest fortune. 364 00:34:45,440 --> 00:34:50,360 However, we think that Your Majesty’s harem is currently quite scanty, 365 00:34:50,360 --> 00:34:53,850 which is why the Maiden Selection ought to be held so your harem may be plentiful. 366 00:34:53,850 --> 00:34:57,740 We urge you to please continue procreating for the imperial family as soon as possible. 367 00:34:57,740 --> 00:35:02,200 Therefore, I and the other ministers have joined together to present a petition to Your Majesty. 368 00:35:02,200 --> 00:35:05,940 Your Majesty, please accept our petition. 369 00:35:07,530 --> 00:35:11,260 Your Majesty, this is inappropriate. 370 00:35:11,260 --> 00:35:13,110 What is inappropriate about it? 371 00:35:13,110 --> 00:35:16,220 The late emperor passed away less than 100 days ago. 372 00:35:16,220 --> 00:35:20,040 The mourning period is not yet over, how can a wedding take place? 373 00:35:20,810 --> 00:35:22,510 Prime Minister Wen, you are mistaken. 374 00:35:22,510 --> 00:35:25,220 The late emperor valued heirs the most. 375 00:35:25,220 --> 00:35:27,950 Not only is this act filial, [Gu Minwen, Eldest Grandson of the Gu Clan] 376 00:35:27,950 --> 00:35:30,260 it is also an act of great filial piety. 377 00:35:30,260 --> 00:35:31,710 - That’s right. He has a point. - He has a point. 378 00:35:31,710 --> 00:35:37,630 This lowly subject seconds the decision. 379 00:35:40,590 --> 00:35:42,480 Prince Yuzhang, you are the acting regent. 380 00:35:42,480 --> 00:35:44,930 What are your thoughts on this matter? 381 00:35:47,360 --> 00:35:48,890 This lowly subject will not interfere 382 00:35:48,890 --> 00:35:52,130 in His Majesty’s family matters. 383 00:35:53,720 --> 00:35:55,970 Report! 384 00:35:59,920 --> 00:36:03,440 Reporting to Your Majesty! The Prince of Hulan has sent an envoy to the capital. 385 00:36:03,440 --> 00:36:06,100 He congratulates Your Majesty on your ascension to the throne! 386 00:36:11,460 --> 00:36:13,260 Did you say “Hulan”? 387 00:36:14,030 --> 00:36:15,820 Let me take a look at it. 388 00:36:29,700 --> 00:36:31,730 [Memorial of Envoy Introduction] 389 00:36:31,730 --> 00:36:35,730 This Prince of Hulan seems like an intelligent person. 390 00:36:38,050 --> 00:36:41,840 Prince Yuzhang, you have crossed swords with Hulan on numerous occasions. 391 00:36:41,840 --> 00:36:45,380 You’ve probably frightened them all by now. 392 00:36:45,380 --> 00:36:49,720 Aren’t they supposed to be as tough as nails and unyielding? 393 00:36:49,720 --> 00:36:53,300 This time, Hulan has expressed such goodwill toward Da Cheng. 394 00:36:53,300 --> 00:36:56,890 It must be because they’ve finally realized how mighty we are! 395 00:36:56,890 --> 00:37:00,330 - Your Majesty is wise and brilliant! - Your Majesty is wise and brilliant! 396 00:37:18,960 --> 00:37:21,530 General, the body is here. 397 00:37:29,290 --> 00:37:31,770 Close it! Close it! Hurry and close it. 398 00:37:38,570 --> 00:37:41,510 General, this... 399 00:37:41,510 --> 00:37:44,020 It has already been burned to this state, how will we identify him? 400 00:37:44,020 --> 00:37:45,470 What are we to do then? 401 00:37:45,470 --> 00:37:49,770 The previous prime minister was said to be a criminal, but he was also an imperial relative. 402 00:37:49,770 --> 00:37:52,610 His son-in-law is the imposing Prince of Yuzhang. 403 00:37:52,610 --> 00:37:55,830 What should I do? 404 00:37:59,740 --> 00:38:03,130 General, do not be anxious. The emperor is as far away as the sky. (Idiom – remote places are beyond the reach of government) 405 00:38:03,130 --> 00:38:04,950 The life and death of the previous prime minister 406 00:38:04,950 --> 00:38:07,580 lies entirely in your hands. 407 00:38:07,580 --> 00:38:11,180 Just tell them the entire village was caught in an ambush and that everything in it was destroyed. 408 00:38:12,930 --> 00:38:16,160 Then present this piece of jade to them when the time comes. 409 00:38:21,230 --> 00:38:24,870 All right. Let’s do as you said. 410 00:38:24,870 --> 00:38:26,460 Yes. 411 00:39:21,380 --> 00:39:24,620 Don’t you need to go to the court today? 412 00:39:24,620 --> 00:39:26,990 I’ve already returned. Court has been dismissed already. (Ministers gathered for morning session at 4:00 a.m.) 413 00:39:27,570 --> 00:39:31,550 I see a certain beautiful lady is still lying in bed. 414 00:39:35,560 --> 00:39:37,970 Get up. 415 00:39:40,970 --> 00:39:43,060 Your older brother sent a message. 416 00:39:43,060 --> 00:39:47,220 He said that Empress Dowager went to greet your paternal aunt and Qian’er from Langya, your hometown. 417 00:39:47,220 --> 00:39:50,030 He would like you to return to his manor for a chat. 418 00:39:50,030 --> 00:39:52,890 Paternal aunt and paternal cousin are here? 419 00:39:52,890 --> 00:39:55,560 We haven’t seen each other in so long. 420 00:39:55,560 --> 00:39:58,580 She must have grown up quite a lot. 421 00:39:58,580 --> 00:40:01,020 What time is it now? 422 00:40:01,020 --> 00:40:02,750 It’s the hour of Si. (The hour of Si – 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.) 423 00:40:03,600 --> 00:40:05,820 It’s already that late? 424 00:40:05,820 --> 00:40:10,170 You usually serve me when I change clothes. 425 00:40:10,170 --> 00:40:13,640 How about for today... I serve you? 426 00:40:13,640 --> 00:40:15,140 No! 427 00:40:16,810 --> 00:40:19,180 - No? - No! 428 00:40:33,920 --> 00:40:35,770 After breakfast, 429 00:40:36,620 --> 00:40:38,440 I’ll take you back. 430 00:40:53,950 --> 00:41:02,030 Timing and Subtitles brought to you by The Emperor’s Conquests@ Viki.com 431 00:41:06,240 --> 00:41:07,800 Your Majesty. 432 00:41:09,400 --> 00:41:11,070 How did the emperor respond? 433 00:41:11,070 --> 00:41:16,140 Replying to Your Majesty. The emperor appeared to hesitate over which action to take. 434 00:41:17,560 --> 00:41:19,500 That silly child. 435 00:41:19,500 --> 00:41:22,460 In the end, I must still show him the way. 436 00:41:22,460 --> 00:41:25,490 How did all the court officials react? 437 00:41:25,490 --> 00:41:28,800 I heard... only Prime Minister Wen objected to the notion. 438 00:41:28,800 --> 00:41:30,630 Prime Minister Wen? 439 00:41:32,210 --> 00:41:34,440 Zhao Yun, go. 440 00:41:34,440 --> 00:41:36,690 Invite the emperor here. 441 00:41:36,690 --> 00:41:38,720 Yes. 442 00:41:45,280 --> 00:41:48,920 Get out! Everyone, get out! 443 00:41:49,520 --> 00:41:51,720 This bunch of old busybodies! 444 00:41:51,720 --> 00:41:55,020 The emperor has only just ascended the throne and I have just begotten the dragon’s heir. 445 00:41:55,020 --> 00:41:57,180 One by one, they’ve finally stopped repressing their true feelings 446 00:41:57,180 --> 00:42:02,140 and are now trying to introduce their clan vixens into the palace to bewitch the emperor! 447 00:42:02,140 --> 00:42:04,640 Your Majesty, do not worry. Do not be angry. 448 00:42:04,640 --> 00:42:06,880 If you take this to heart and get angry, 449 00:42:06,880 --> 00:42:10,050 won’t you be playing right into that person’s hands? 450 00:42:16,760 --> 00:42:19,260 Nanny, what you say makes sense. 451 00:42:19,260 --> 00:42:23,310 Perhaps I’ve become too impatient due to my pregnancy. 452 00:42:23,310 --> 00:42:25,750 I was so angry I couldn’t contain myself. 453 00:42:25,750 --> 00:42:28,420 Your Majesty, it’s best if you think that way. 454 00:42:28,420 --> 00:42:30,380 They say an outsider can see things more objectively than the parties involved. 455 00:42:30,380 --> 00:42:33,270 You have feelings for His Majesty, so naturally, you will feel trapped 456 00:42:33,270 --> 00:42:35,110 and incapable of handling the situation calmly. 457 00:42:35,110 --> 00:42:37,980 On the other hand, this servant is watching from the sidelines and can see everything clearly. 458 00:42:37,980 --> 00:42:42,540 Since time immemorial, emperors have always had three palaces, six courtyards, and seventy-two imperial concubines. 459 00:42:42,540 --> 00:42:46,640 You may be able to stop it for a moment but you will not be able to stop it forever. 460 00:42:50,440 --> 00:42:54,960 ♫ The fear of rain and tears stain your plume ♫ 461 00:42:54,960 --> 00:42:59,450 ♫ Time chases the distance of soldiers ♫ 462 00:42:59,450 --> 00:43:01,780 ♫ There is still a limit to what you can miss ♫ 463 00:43:01,780 --> 00:43:04,090 ♫ Why are there guests in this world? ♫ 464 00:43:04,090 --> 00:43:08,970 ♫ Tears can be deceiving, love is hard to fake ♫ 465 00:43:08,970 --> 00:43:13,680 ♫ I hear the wind withers and dies as if it’s singing a thousand songs of sadness ♫ 466 00:43:13,680 --> 00:43:17,980 ♫ In my dreams, I see you smiling like a painting ♫ 467 00:43:17,980 --> 00:43:20,460 ♫ I’ll be going to you on my horse ♫ 468 00:43:20,460 --> 00:43:22,670 ♫ Return to your gentleness ♫ 469 00:43:22,670 --> 00:43:27,990 ♫ I can’t let go of my heart, I can’t let go ♫ 470 00:43:29,440 --> 00:43:34,140 ♫ Waiting for the sea to change and wash away the burden ♫ 471 00:43:34,140 --> 00:43:38,770 ♫ Spend time with you ♫ 472 00:43:38,770 --> 00:43:48,070 ♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity ♫ 473 00:43:48,070 --> 00:43:52,630 ♫ Waiting for the sea clouds to fade away ♫ 474 00:43:52,630 --> 00:43:57,420 ♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫ 475 00:43:57,420 --> 00:44:06,700 ♫ We will meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫ 476 00:44:06,700 --> 00:44:15,940 ♫ For us, the moment that we’ve met ♫ 477 00:44:15,940 --> 00:44:20,580 ♫ With the pace of a lifetime ♫ 478 00:44:20,580 --> 00:44:25,210 ♫ To struggle, to worry ♫ 479 00:44:25,210 --> 00:44:34,610 ♫ I will leave the world for your promise ♫ 480 00:44:34,610 --> 00:44:39,230 ♫ Waiting for the sea to wash away the lead ♫ 481 00:44:39,230 --> 00:44:43,930 ♫ Spend time with you ♫ 482 00:44:43,930 --> 00:44:53,280 ♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity♫ 483 00:44:53,280 --> 00:44:58,030 ♫ When the sea has changed, the universe will already be changed ♫ 484 00:44:58,030 --> 00:45:03,240 ♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫ 485 00:45:03,240 --> 00:45:14,570 ♫ We meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫