1 00:01:38,520 --> 00:01:41,840 BASED ON THE NOVEL "THE PRISONER OF BEAUTY" BY PENGLAI KE 2 00:01:48,440 --> 00:01:50,280 Why aren't you wearing the hairpin I gave you? 3 00:01:51,360 --> 00:01:53,400 You said you didn't put a lot of care into having it made. 4 00:01:53,480 --> 00:01:56,040 I figured you didn't like it, so I didn't wear it. 5 00:01:56,120 --> 00:01:58,200 How could I have had it made casually? 6 00:01:58,280 --> 00:01:59,760 I put a lot of thought into that gift. 7 00:02:02,080 --> 00:02:03,640 Thank you, my lord. 8 00:02:43,840 --> 00:02:47,800 You truly carry yourself like an immortal drifting on clouds. 9 00:02:51,160 --> 00:02:53,840 Master Gao Heng's verses are impressive. 10 00:02:54,680 --> 00:02:55,560 I don't think so. 11 00:02:56,240 --> 00:02:57,680 They're just flowery nonsense. 12 00:02:58,440 --> 00:03:00,400 Oh? You write as well? 13 00:03:01,800 --> 00:03:03,040 I began my studies at five, 14 00:03:03,120 --> 00:03:04,240 painting at seven. 15 00:03:04,840 --> 00:03:06,160 When I was a child, 16 00:03:06,240 --> 00:03:07,880 Yan and I studied under Scholar Meng, 17 00:03:07,960 --> 00:03:10,920 Senior Scholar of the State Academy for twenty years. 18 00:03:11,560 --> 00:03:13,320 Meng of the North is famed for painting. 19 00:03:13,400 --> 00:03:14,640 Zhang of the South, for calligraphy. 20 00:03:15,280 --> 00:03:17,800 How could someone like Gao Heng compare to Meng or Zhang? 21 00:03:18,600 --> 00:03:21,440 I'm sure you've heard of Meng of the North. 22 00:03:22,840 --> 00:03:25,560 So you've truly been hiding your talents. 23 00:03:26,680 --> 00:03:29,520 You should've written the poetic exposition. 24 00:03:30,560 --> 00:03:31,680 I might not do worse. 25 00:03:31,760 --> 00:03:33,040 I might even do better than he did. 26 00:03:34,800 --> 00:03:36,160 I saw you wished to 27 00:03:36,720 --> 00:03:38,680 promote the Deer Hunt, 28 00:03:38,760 --> 00:03:40,120 but I've been busy with work. 29 00:03:40,200 --> 00:03:43,040 So I asked someone to invite Gao Heng. 30 00:03:43,120 --> 00:03:44,000 Right, 31 00:03:44,080 --> 00:03:46,120 I was the one who invited him for you. 32 00:03:46,520 --> 00:03:47,640 Yes, that's true. 33 00:03:47,720 --> 00:03:49,920 You handle everything well. 34 00:03:50,000 --> 00:03:51,640 You're so broad-minded 35 00:03:51,720 --> 00:03:53,200 and gracious to men of talent. 36 00:03:53,280 --> 00:03:55,400 Surely, the people will sing your praises. 37 00:03:57,400 --> 00:03:58,640 Gao Heng's ornate verses 38 00:03:58,720 --> 00:04:02,720 exist only because Wei State thrives. 39 00:04:03,680 --> 00:04:05,520 If the times were turbulent, 40 00:04:05,600 --> 00:04:08,400 his words would be bleak and sorrowful. 41 00:04:09,760 --> 00:04:11,480 Isn't there a ballad in Bianzhou? 42 00:04:12,280 --> 00:04:13,880 "Soft grows the sorrow grass, 43 00:04:13,960 --> 00:04:15,560 thoughts drift far and slow. 44 00:04:16,240 --> 00:04:17,640 When the gentleman departs, 45 00:04:17,720 --> 00:04:19,279 worries weigh on the heart." 46 00:04:24,040 --> 00:04:25,400 You're so sweet with your words. 47 00:04:41,600 --> 00:04:42,520 My lord, 48 00:04:42,600 --> 00:04:43,600 on New Year's Eve, 49 00:04:43,680 --> 00:04:46,280 we should bury the casks of the new brew. 50 00:04:46,600 --> 00:04:48,800 Where shall we bury them this year? 51 00:04:53,800 --> 00:04:54,640 My lord? 52 00:04:55,160 --> 00:04:57,160 Where shall we bury the casks of the new brew? 53 00:04:58,280 --> 00:04:59,400 Well, 54 00:04:59,480 --> 00:05:00,480 you decide, sir. 55 00:05:02,600 --> 00:05:03,920 Just this once, 56 00:05:04,000 --> 00:05:05,480 I'll overstep a little. 57 00:05:10,680 --> 00:05:11,400 My lord, 58 00:05:12,120 --> 00:05:14,240 is something troubling you today? 59 00:05:15,720 --> 00:05:17,000 No, not really. 60 00:05:17,480 --> 00:05:18,600 Perhaps it's just 61 00:05:18,680 --> 00:05:19,800 the year's end is near. 62 00:05:20,280 --> 00:05:21,640 The festival is coming up, 63 00:05:21,720 --> 00:05:22,720 and I feel unusually joyful. 64 00:05:25,800 --> 00:05:26,680 Reporting! 65 00:05:27,480 --> 00:05:28,280 My lord, 66 00:05:28,360 --> 00:05:29,920 Master Zhenshi wants to see you. 67 00:05:43,120 --> 00:05:43,840 Did you write this? 68 00:05:51,560 --> 00:05:52,920 I wonder, 69 00:05:53,000 --> 00:05:54,480 does Her Ladyship know music? 70 00:05:55,240 --> 00:05:56,520 Could she play and sing 71 00:05:56,600 --> 00:05:57,840 the piece I composed? 72 00:05:58,480 --> 00:05:59,520 Better not to let her try. 73 00:06:00,760 --> 00:06:01,920 Her Ladyship… 74 00:06:03,720 --> 00:06:05,520 Her Ladyship dislikes attention. 75 00:06:05,600 --> 00:06:06,640 So please, 76 00:06:06,720 --> 00:06:07,920 don't compose for her again. 77 00:06:10,360 --> 00:06:12,160 I didn't expect Her Ladyship to possess 78 00:06:12,240 --> 00:06:14,240 such noble virtue and gracious humility. 79 00:06:14,920 --> 00:06:15,800 I'm in awe. 80 00:06:18,560 --> 00:06:21,080 I thought you excelled only in poetry. 81 00:06:21,160 --> 00:06:22,040 I didn't realize 82 00:06:22,840 --> 00:06:24,480 your music was equally fine. 83 00:06:25,160 --> 00:06:26,600 I'm not so talented. 84 00:06:26,680 --> 00:06:27,720 Once I received the task, 85 00:06:27,800 --> 00:06:28,920 I studied for three days 86 00:06:29,000 --> 00:06:30,640 to composed this piece. 87 00:06:30,720 --> 00:06:31,840 You only just learned it? 88 00:06:33,040 --> 00:06:33,960 You have such talent? 89 00:06:38,640 --> 00:06:40,200 Better keep it hidden 90 00:06:40,280 --> 00:06:41,760 and don't let her find out. 91 00:06:47,600 --> 00:06:49,240 I mean 92 00:06:49,800 --> 00:06:51,480 you're truly learned and gifted. 93 00:06:51,560 --> 00:06:53,040 We mustn't let word get out, 94 00:06:53,120 --> 00:06:56,160 or they'll invite you away from Yujun. 95 00:06:56,720 --> 00:06:58,000 That would be a great loss for Wei. 96 00:07:00,080 --> 00:07:02,040 Your Lordship flatters me. 97 00:07:03,040 --> 00:07:06,360 I was merely traveling through, hoping to rest here for a while. 98 00:07:06,440 --> 00:07:09,760 If there's any writing you need done, I'd be happy to help. 99 00:07:09,840 --> 00:07:11,120 No, no. That won't do. 100 00:07:11,600 --> 00:07:14,560 I can't keep you here for my own selfish reasons. 101 00:07:15,120 --> 00:07:16,720 Your gifts 102 00:07:17,240 --> 00:07:19,000 deserve to travel far and wide. 103 00:07:19,600 --> 00:07:20,560 You should… 104 00:07:23,960 --> 00:07:24,920 Ah, that reminds me. 105 00:07:26,360 --> 00:07:29,240 You've often spoken highly of the Moya Inscriptions. 106 00:07:29,800 --> 00:07:32,720 Why not allow me to arrange for an escort to Yunzhong, 107 00:07:33,760 --> 00:07:35,560 so you may see them for yourself? 108 00:07:35,640 --> 00:07:36,720 No, no. 109 00:07:37,240 --> 00:07:39,200 I wouldn't dare trouble you, my lord. 110 00:07:39,800 --> 00:07:40,760 You're most welcome. 111 00:07:41,600 --> 00:07:42,440 You two, 112 00:07:43,040 --> 00:07:45,040 escort Master Zhenshi to Yunzhong. 113 00:07:46,760 --> 00:07:47,640 What… 114 00:07:48,240 --> 00:07:49,120 I… 115 00:07:49,200 --> 00:07:51,160 Whatever you need, just say the word. 116 00:07:51,760 --> 00:07:54,200 We'll make sure you feel right at home in Yunzhong. 117 00:07:54,280 --> 00:07:57,040 Is it necessary to rush off to see the inscriptions? 118 00:07:57,120 --> 00:07:58,040 Of course. 119 00:07:58,120 --> 00:07:59,840 For a writer, inspiration is everything. 120 00:07:59,920 --> 00:08:01,920 You should travel as much as you can. 121 00:08:02,000 --> 00:08:04,520 Only then can you capture the grandeur of the Yongning Canal. 122 00:08:04,840 --> 00:08:05,680 Besides, 123 00:08:05,760 --> 00:08:08,400 Her Ladyship has long wished to go but never had the chance. 124 00:08:08,480 --> 00:08:10,080 Now, you may go in her stead. 125 00:08:10,160 --> 00:08:11,240 Watch your step. 126 00:08:12,560 --> 00:08:13,560 Thank you for the trust. 127 00:08:13,640 --> 00:08:15,840 I'll keep The Ode to Yongning Canal close to my heart. 128 00:08:15,920 --> 00:08:17,240 And I will remember you as well. 129 00:08:21,240 --> 00:08:22,000 - Mr. Wei. - Mr. Wei. 130 00:08:22,080 --> 00:08:22,920 What is this about? 131 00:08:23,480 --> 00:08:24,360 Please rest assured. 132 00:08:24,800 --> 00:08:26,480 I'll see Master Zhenshi safely out of the city. 133 00:08:27,280 --> 00:08:28,280 Mr. Wei! 134 00:08:32,039 --> 00:08:33,159 Thank you, thank you. 135 00:08:33,240 --> 00:08:35,840 There is something you may not know, Mr. Wei. 136 00:08:36,960 --> 00:08:38,080 Farewell, Master Zhenshi. 137 00:08:39,760 --> 00:08:42,120 Master Zhenshi was entrusted by His Lordship 138 00:08:42,200 --> 00:08:44,840 to view the inscriptions in Yunzhong. 139 00:08:45,120 --> 00:08:46,200 Yunzhong? 140 00:08:47,280 --> 00:08:51,000 That's a small, barren corner on Wei's border. 141 00:08:52,520 --> 00:08:54,320 The road is long and winding. 142 00:08:54,720 --> 00:08:55,880 He won't be back for months. 143 00:08:56,400 --> 00:08:57,760 Sir, you may not know. 144 00:08:57,840 --> 00:08:59,720 I passed through there on my travels. 145 00:08:59,800 --> 00:09:01,680 They're rebuilding the roads over there. 146 00:09:01,760 --> 00:09:04,000 He'll be gone much longer than just a few months. 147 00:09:04,320 --> 00:09:05,160 Is that so? 148 00:09:06,720 --> 00:09:07,760 All the better. 149 00:09:08,320 --> 00:09:11,120 It solves His Lordship's biggest problem. 150 00:09:22,360 --> 00:09:24,760 WUSHAN STATE 151 00:09:25,240 --> 00:09:26,320 Ehuang, 152 00:09:26,400 --> 00:09:27,800 feeling better after the herbal soup? 153 00:09:31,320 --> 00:09:33,120 We can't stay here much longer. 154 00:09:34,040 --> 00:09:35,320 If we stay, 155 00:09:36,120 --> 00:09:37,960 Chen Pang's men may catch up to us. 156 00:09:38,400 --> 00:09:40,480 That physician's remedy is too mild. 157 00:09:41,200 --> 00:09:42,200 Find another physician, 158 00:09:42,840 --> 00:09:44,160 one who uses stronger doses. 159 00:09:45,200 --> 00:09:46,760 We left in such a hurry, 160 00:09:46,840 --> 00:09:47,920 money… 161 00:09:48,960 --> 00:09:50,040 Money's a little tight. 162 00:09:53,640 --> 00:09:54,680 Who are you? 163 00:10:11,800 --> 00:10:14,080 General Xue, for the late lord's will, 164 00:10:14,160 --> 00:10:15,960 you've truly given your all. 165 00:10:17,160 --> 00:10:18,200 You even 166 00:10:18,280 --> 00:10:19,560 disguised yourself as a farmer. 167 00:10:20,680 --> 00:10:22,080 His Lordship was kind to me. 168 00:10:22,720 --> 00:10:25,200 It is only right I do all I can to find you for him. 169 00:10:27,040 --> 00:10:28,240 If that is so, 170 00:10:28,720 --> 00:10:30,960 please allow me a moment, General Xue. 171 00:10:31,040 --> 00:10:33,760 I'll go pack up some clothes and valuables 172 00:10:34,480 --> 00:10:36,000 and then return to Danjun with you. 173 00:10:36,760 --> 00:10:37,760 I shall confine myself 174 00:10:38,760 --> 00:10:40,000 to the Yulou Pavilion for life. 175 00:10:41,080 --> 00:10:43,440 I swore to fulfill His Lordship's final wish, 176 00:10:43,520 --> 00:10:46,200 but never to imprison you in the Yulou Pavilion. 177 00:10:46,960 --> 00:10:50,120 Instead, I will honor your will and keep you safe. 178 00:11:00,600 --> 00:11:02,280 Once I die, 179 00:11:03,200 --> 00:11:05,440 my uncle will surely seize power. 180 00:11:05,800 --> 00:11:07,440 And I fear 181 00:11:08,200 --> 00:11:09,760 he may bring harm to you 182 00:11:10,720 --> 00:11:12,840 and Her Ladyship. 183 00:11:15,680 --> 00:11:16,920 Her Ladyship 184 00:11:18,040 --> 00:11:20,080 will be left all alone. 185 00:11:20,160 --> 00:11:22,600 I swear to serve Her Ladyship to the very end. 186 00:11:24,240 --> 00:11:27,040 So it was never my husband… 187 00:11:29,560 --> 00:11:31,520 who meant to lock me in the Yulou Pavilion. 188 00:11:34,760 --> 00:11:35,640 It seems… 189 00:11:37,880 --> 00:11:39,640 I didn't marry the wrong man. 190 00:11:41,000 --> 00:11:42,760 Please don't be sad, my lady. 191 00:11:42,840 --> 00:11:45,520 Wei State is soon to host the Deer Hunt. 192 00:11:46,040 --> 00:11:47,400 Its true purpose remains unclear. 193 00:11:47,480 --> 00:11:49,640 Tensions stir beneath the surface throughout the realm. 194 00:11:50,080 --> 00:11:53,120 My lady, please come back to Juejun with me. 195 00:11:53,200 --> 00:11:54,400 Are you saying 196 00:11:55,960 --> 00:11:57,760 that Wei is about to hold the Deer Hunt? 197 00:11:57,840 --> 00:11:59,480 Lord of Wei is inviting all the great powers. 198 00:11:59,560 --> 00:12:01,720 Governors and prefects from every region 199 00:12:01,800 --> 00:12:03,160 will gather in Yujun. 200 00:12:05,920 --> 00:12:07,360 Did you receive an invitation? 201 00:12:07,440 --> 00:12:10,280 At present, Juejun has become a land without order. 202 00:12:10,360 --> 00:12:11,560 How could he possibly invite me? 203 00:12:11,640 --> 00:12:13,280 This Qiao-Wei alliance 204 00:12:13,840 --> 00:12:15,800 is much more stable than expected. 205 00:12:16,160 --> 00:12:18,080 Qiao Yue scours the land for beauties, 206 00:12:18,160 --> 00:12:21,520 claiming he means to gift them to the governors. 207 00:12:22,320 --> 00:12:23,720 To find you, 208 00:12:23,800 --> 00:12:25,680 I went alone to Kangjun just days ago. 209 00:12:26,440 --> 00:12:28,120 The region is in turmoil. 210 00:12:28,200 --> 00:12:31,840 My lady, you should return with me to Juejun as soon as possible. 211 00:12:34,520 --> 00:12:36,200 I cannot return to Juejun with you. 212 00:12:37,160 --> 00:12:39,840 Wei Shao is preparing the Deer Hunt, inviting all the powers. 213 00:12:40,200 --> 00:12:42,440 I intend to go to Yujun to seek a way forward. 214 00:12:43,280 --> 00:12:44,560 So, you mean 215 00:12:45,440 --> 00:12:46,160 to remarry? 216 00:12:48,200 --> 00:12:49,080 No. 217 00:12:51,320 --> 00:12:53,440 My heart still belongs to my late husband. 218 00:12:53,520 --> 00:12:54,840 I ought to mourn him. 219 00:12:55,880 --> 00:12:56,720 However, 220 00:12:57,640 --> 00:12:59,360 rather than retreat into sorrow, 221 00:13:00,280 --> 00:13:01,240 I would rather 222 00:13:01,760 --> 00:13:05,560 stand and fight to fulfill my late husband's final wish. 223 00:13:06,200 --> 00:13:08,560 If Bianzhou falls to Chen Pang, 224 00:13:09,400 --> 00:13:11,760 then from now on, my late husband will never rest in peace. 225 00:13:12,400 --> 00:13:13,880 I must go to Yujun, 226 00:13:14,240 --> 00:13:15,360 find a way out, 227 00:13:16,000 --> 00:13:17,360 and reclaim Bianzhou. 228 00:13:18,160 --> 00:13:19,560 I once vowed to His Lordship 229 00:13:19,640 --> 00:13:21,280 to serve you to the very end. 230 00:13:21,360 --> 00:13:23,280 I'll give my life if needed 231 00:13:23,360 --> 00:13:24,680 to keep you safe and sound. 232 00:13:25,440 --> 00:13:27,840 I command 50,000 elite soldiers in Juejun. 233 00:13:27,920 --> 00:13:28,720 This is the military tally. 234 00:13:30,800 --> 00:13:33,600 XUE TAI, JUEJUN 235 00:13:34,600 --> 00:13:36,520 We're at your command, my lady. 236 00:13:39,040 --> 00:13:42,160 XUE TAI, JUEJUN 237 00:13:51,680 --> 00:13:54,200 The ceremony begins. 238 00:13:54,560 --> 00:13:56,680 Please step forward, Your Ladyship. 239 00:14:34,040 --> 00:14:35,800 Purify your hands. 240 00:15:11,880 --> 00:15:13,640 By Heaven-Earth's divine craft, 241 00:15:13,720 --> 00:15:15,000 we prosper in joy and harmony. 242 00:15:15,640 --> 00:15:17,160 Where golden wheat grows abundant, 243 00:15:17,240 --> 00:15:18,920 there yeast and grain unite. 244 00:15:19,400 --> 00:15:20,760 Through sages' enlightened wisdom, 245 00:15:20,840 --> 00:15:22,720 a thousand vessels transform. 246 00:15:22,800 --> 00:15:24,560 With divine blessings' guidance, 247 00:15:24,640 --> 00:15:26,080 grace flows through all ages. 248 00:16:02,640 --> 00:16:05,000 We honor Heaven, Earth, and our ancestors 249 00:16:05,080 --> 00:16:08,800 for protecting Wei State and blessing us with a bountiful harvest. 250 00:16:08,880 --> 00:16:10,800 The new brew has been made. 251 00:16:10,880 --> 00:16:13,840 Today, the casks open. 252 00:16:16,920 --> 00:16:17,920 Your Ladyship, 253 00:16:18,000 --> 00:16:20,040 the people have brewed this using rice 254 00:16:20,120 --> 00:16:21,080 freshly harvested this year. 255 00:16:21,440 --> 00:16:22,840 Please have a taste, 256 00:16:22,920 --> 00:16:24,080 choose the finest, 257 00:16:24,160 --> 00:16:25,560 and celebrate with the people. 258 00:16:25,640 --> 00:16:28,760 Your Ladyship, please taste the new brew 259 00:16:28,840 --> 00:16:30,440 and celebrate with us all! 260 00:16:33,440 --> 00:16:34,320 Your Ladyship. 261 00:16:44,000 --> 00:16:45,480 Thank you, Your Lordship. 262 00:16:45,560 --> 00:16:47,120 Thank you, Your Ladyship. 263 00:17:24,400 --> 00:17:26,160 Would you dance with us, my lady? 264 00:17:28,480 --> 00:17:29,280 I… 265 00:19:16,560 --> 00:19:17,400 Advisor. 266 00:19:23,240 --> 00:19:24,080 Xiaotao, 267 00:19:24,600 --> 00:19:25,320 can we…? 268 00:19:25,400 --> 00:19:26,400 No way. 269 00:19:29,240 --> 00:19:30,280 I haven't said anything yet. 270 00:19:30,360 --> 00:19:31,280 Still no. 271 00:19:38,160 --> 00:19:38,920 SOIL-GOD SHRINE 272 00:19:39,000 --> 00:19:42,320 Thank you for celebrating with us, my lord. 273 00:19:43,440 --> 00:19:44,560 And thank you all. 274 00:19:45,240 --> 00:19:46,920 Today is New Year's Day. 275 00:19:47,480 --> 00:19:49,160 Hurry home and reunite with your families. 276 00:19:49,240 --> 00:19:50,920 Thank you, my lord. 277 00:19:57,280 --> 00:19:58,200 The path is muddy. 278 00:19:59,080 --> 00:20:00,000 I'll carry you. 279 00:20:00,080 --> 00:20:00,920 Climb on. 280 00:20:02,480 --> 00:20:04,360 How could I ride on your back, my lord? 281 00:20:06,200 --> 00:20:07,120 All my days to come, 282 00:20:07,200 --> 00:20:08,560 you alone hold my reins. 283 00:20:10,880 --> 00:20:11,760 Come on. 284 00:20:19,960 --> 00:20:22,520 You've worked hard to prepare for the ceremony. 285 00:20:24,880 --> 00:20:26,840 Go home early today. 286 00:20:26,920 --> 00:20:27,920 I'll wait for you. 287 00:20:28,480 --> 00:20:29,360 All right. 288 00:20:31,360 --> 00:20:34,800 WEI MANSION, WEI STATE 289 00:21:12,840 --> 00:21:15,560 I've never seen snow with His Lordship. 290 00:21:23,400 --> 00:21:24,120 Mr. Wei. 291 00:21:31,040 --> 00:21:31,920 Lady Qiao. 292 00:21:32,160 --> 00:21:34,560 I didn't expect you to prepare a festival gift for me. 293 00:21:34,640 --> 00:21:35,560 I really like it. 294 00:21:36,640 --> 00:21:38,440 I gave everyone in the household a gift, 295 00:21:38,520 --> 00:21:39,680 including you, Mr. Wei. 296 00:21:42,200 --> 00:21:43,920 I've also prepared one for you. 297 00:21:50,560 --> 00:21:51,360 Go ahead, open it. 298 00:21:56,560 --> 00:21:57,720 It's an incense warmer. 299 00:22:04,760 --> 00:22:05,840 Thank you, Mr. Wei. 300 00:22:12,840 --> 00:22:15,560 I heard the Soil-God Shine Ceremony was especially lively this year. 301 00:22:17,440 --> 00:22:18,640 You didn't attend? 302 00:22:20,600 --> 00:22:22,120 I thought you'd know. 303 00:22:27,320 --> 00:22:29,800 Snow is rare in Kangjun, isn't it? 304 00:22:31,800 --> 00:22:33,840 It's colder here than in Kangjun. 305 00:22:33,920 --> 00:22:35,400 It rains a lot back there. 306 00:22:36,680 --> 00:22:37,560 You know what? 307 00:22:37,840 --> 00:22:38,760 When we were children, 308 00:22:38,840 --> 00:22:40,880 Zhonglin and I loved snowy days the most 309 00:22:40,960 --> 00:22:43,360 because it meant we didn't have to rise early to go to drills, 310 00:22:43,440 --> 00:22:45,480 and we could go hunting hares. 311 00:22:46,080 --> 00:22:48,560 Back then, Zhonglin was soft. 312 00:22:48,640 --> 00:22:50,720 Even when he caught one, he couldn't kill it. 313 00:22:50,800 --> 00:22:52,040 He would always sneak it back. 314 00:22:53,120 --> 00:22:54,360 His Lordship has a kind heart. 315 00:22:56,080 --> 00:22:58,840 If you're leaving, please take this path. 316 00:22:58,920 --> 00:23:00,480 Then I'll take my leave here. 317 00:23:02,360 --> 00:23:03,240 All right. 318 00:23:04,160 --> 00:23:05,400 Thank you for the gift, Mr. Wei. 319 00:23:06,280 --> 00:23:07,240 I'm glad you like it. 320 00:23:07,320 --> 00:23:08,440 I'm glad you like it. 321 00:23:20,800 --> 00:23:22,800 It's a thoughtful gift. 322 00:23:22,880 --> 00:23:24,600 It happens to be what you like, my lady. 323 00:23:25,200 --> 00:23:26,440 The others were fine too. 324 00:23:26,520 --> 00:23:28,120 All these gifts are quite valuable. 325 00:23:28,200 --> 00:23:30,160 It shows both Lady Xu and Lady Zhu 326 00:23:30,240 --> 00:23:31,760 hold Her Ladyship in high regard. 327 00:23:31,840 --> 00:23:34,680 The more distant the tie, the more lavish the gift. 328 00:23:34,760 --> 00:23:36,560 If it were Lady Ding, 329 00:23:36,640 --> 00:23:38,240 she'd go to great lengths to find something 330 00:23:38,320 --> 00:23:39,920 that truly suited Her Ladyship, 331 00:23:40,000 --> 00:23:41,480 not just throw silver at it. 332 00:23:41,920 --> 00:23:44,320 Grandmother and Mother are willing to spend on me. 333 00:23:44,400 --> 00:23:46,120 That shows their kindness toward me. 334 00:23:46,200 --> 00:23:47,680 No need to compare them to Aunt. 335 00:23:47,760 --> 00:23:49,560 I grew up under her care. 336 00:23:49,640 --> 00:23:52,560 She absolutely knows best what I like. 337 00:23:52,640 --> 00:23:55,800 But if I wish Grandmother and Mother to treat me as their own, 338 00:23:55,880 --> 00:23:57,280 we'll need to spend more time together. 339 00:23:59,280 --> 00:24:00,840 I wonder 340 00:24:00,920 --> 00:24:02,960 how Aunt and the others are doing now. 341 00:24:03,040 --> 00:24:04,360 How do they celebrate the New Year? 342 00:24:14,040 --> 00:24:15,000 My lord. 343 00:24:35,440 --> 00:24:37,040 I saw people setting boat lanterns 344 00:24:37,120 --> 00:24:38,600 on the way here. 345 00:24:38,680 --> 00:24:39,600 So, 346 00:24:40,240 --> 00:24:41,360 I thought you'd be into 347 00:24:41,440 --> 00:24:42,800 these flashy little things. 348 00:24:43,680 --> 00:24:44,600 Yeah, 349 00:24:44,680 --> 00:24:46,800 I do enjoy such shallow pleasures. 350 00:24:49,840 --> 00:24:51,040 Let's go take a look. 351 00:25:01,480 --> 00:25:03,280 Hello, would you like to set boat lanterns? 352 00:25:04,240 --> 00:25:05,680 We've got brushes and ink over there. 353 00:25:05,760 --> 00:25:08,000 You may write your wishes upon the boat lanterns. 354 00:25:08,080 --> 00:25:11,440 As they drift downstream, the River God will receive your prayers. 355 00:25:12,120 --> 00:25:13,560 It's really magical. 356 00:25:14,480 --> 00:25:17,120 If a single boat lantern could grant wishes, 357 00:25:17,200 --> 00:25:18,760 surely peace would have come long ago. 358 00:25:21,720 --> 00:25:23,440 Don't ruin the mood. 359 00:25:25,360 --> 00:25:26,520 I'll take two. 360 00:25:26,600 --> 00:25:27,480 No problem. 361 00:25:28,120 --> 00:25:28,960 Here you go. 362 00:25:29,960 --> 00:25:31,080 No need. You go ahead. 363 00:25:31,160 --> 00:25:32,080 I don't need one. 364 00:25:32,160 --> 00:25:33,200 I'm not into this. 365 00:25:34,160 --> 00:25:35,520 Sincerity brings miracles. 366 00:25:44,480 --> 00:25:46,000 Sir, it doesn't cost that much. 367 00:25:46,080 --> 00:25:47,080 It's fine. Keep the change. 368 00:25:47,360 --> 00:25:48,200 Sir. 369 00:25:49,000 --> 00:25:49,960 This is for you. 370 00:25:52,600 --> 00:25:53,960 Okay. Thank you. 371 00:25:54,040 --> 00:25:55,160 Take care. 372 00:25:59,120 --> 00:26:00,200 Here, this is for you. 373 00:26:29,960 --> 00:26:33,920 TRUE AS STRINGS TUNED AS ONE… 374 00:26:45,680 --> 00:26:48,200 TRUE AS STRINGS TUNED AS ONE NEITHER DEATH NOR TIME SHALL REND 375 00:26:56,080 --> 00:26:57,160 You're not done yet? 376 00:27:18,000 --> 00:27:19,720 If you read it, it won't come true. 377 00:27:22,600 --> 00:27:23,840 Fine. Go ahead and write. 378 00:28:06,920 --> 00:28:07,640 Hurry up. 379 00:28:32,280 --> 00:28:33,920 It's getting late. Let's go home. 380 00:28:35,400 --> 00:28:36,760 All right, you go ahead. 381 00:28:36,840 --> 00:28:38,640 I'll go handle some work at the office. 382 00:28:39,160 --> 00:28:41,040 You're working this late? 383 00:28:41,120 --> 00:28:42,960 Yes. It just came to mind. 384 00:28:43,040 --> 00:28:44,760 I'll have Tan escort you back. 385 00:28:44,840 --> 00:28:45,920 Tan. 386 00:28:46,000 --> 00:28:47,000 Escort Her Ladyship back. 387 00:28:47,080 --> 00:28:48,040 Yes, my lord. 388 00:28:50,400 --> 00:28:51,520 I'll take my leave then. 389 00:28:51,600 --> 00:28:52,440 All right. 390 00:29:02,840 --> 00:29:04,240 Aren't you leaving, my lord? 391 00:29:06,520 --> 00:29:07,800 You go ahead. I won't be long. 392 00:29:21,800 --> 00:29:22,800 Check over there. 393 00:29:25,880 --> 00:29:26,760 My lord, 394 00:29:26,840 --> 00:29:28,760 we're skilled with weapons, 395 00:29:29,680 --> 00:29:31,800 but fishing lanterns out in this cold is a different story. 396 00:29:31,880 --> 00:29:33,240 Shut up. Just do it. 397 00:29:34,600 --> 00:29:35,640 Bring that one over. 398 00:29:37,960 --> 00:29:39,000 My lord. 399 00:29:41,600 --> 00:29:42,440 My lord, 400 00:29:42,840 --> 00:29:45,400 may I offer a small, tiny suggestion? 401 00:29:46,520 --> 00:29:48,320 These are people's wishes. 402 00:29:48,400 --> 00:29:50,000 If you tear them open, the wishes won't come true. 403 00:29:51,200 --> 00:29:51,960 What? 404 00:29:52,040 --> 00:29:53,240 Whose side are you on? 405 00:29:53,920 --> 00:29:55,560 You don't even try to hide it now. 406 00:29:56,760 --> 00:29:58,720 Ever since he gave that gold dart to Xiaotao, 407 00:29:58,800 --> 00:30:00,080 he's been acting all sentimental. 408 00:30:00,160 --> 00:30:01,160 That's not true! 409 00:30:05,600 --> 00:30:06,440 Keep searching. 410 00:30:07,640 --> 00:30:08,400 Bring that one over. 411 00:30:11,760 --> 00:30:12,600 My lord. 412 00:30:13,360 --> 00:30:15,040 I'm the Lord of Wei. 413 00:30:15,400 --> 00:30:18,000 I must understand what the people think 414 00:30:18,080 --> 00:30:19,320 and what they wish for. 415 00:30:20,200 --> 00:30:22,040 And more importantly, what Her Ladyship wishes for. 416 00:30:31,200 --> 00:30:32,200 Why are you staring at me? 417 00:30:33,000 --> 00:30:34,720 You're just making excuses. 418 00:30:39,760 --> 00:30:41,120 That one looks right. Fish it out. 419 00:30:49,320 --> 00:30:50,240 My lord. 420 00:30:56,680 --> 00:30:57,600 Yes, this is the one. 421 00:31:03,320 --> 00:31:06,080 "May Yanzhou enjoy peace and prosperity. 422 00:31:06,160 --> 00:31:08,640 May Aunt and Uncle have smooth days ahead. 423 00:31:08,720 --> 00:31:11,280 May Father stay in good health. 424 00:31:11,360 --> 00:31:13,160 May Ci succeed in his studies. 425 00:31:13,240 --> 00:31:15,920 May Cousin and Bi Zhi grow old together." 426 00:31:21,000 --> 00:31:22,240 One person is missing. 427 00:31:22,800 --> 00:31:23,720 No, everyone's here. 428 00:31:23,800 --> 00:31:24,840 No, someone's missing. 429 00:31:24,920 --> 00:31:25,920 Who's missing? 430 00:31:26,000 --> 00:31:26,720 Qiao Gui. 431 00:31:28,160 --> 00:31:29,840 Her Ladyship only cares about those few. 432 00:31:34,200 --> 00:31:34,880 Let's go back. 433 00:31:35,400 --> 00:31:37,880 My lord, aren't we going to check the rest of the wishes? 434 00:31:38,440 --> 00:31:39,720 She didn't mention him. 435 00:31:52,720 --> 00:31:53,920 You're back, my lord. 436 00:31:56,680 --> 00:31:59,400 Good. I want to ask you something. 437 00:31:59,480 --> 00:32:02,840 Some ladies from the clan will visit Grandmother tomorrow. 438 00:32:03,520 --> 00:32:06,040 What gifts should I prepare for them? 439 00:32:06,120 --> 00:32:08,080 It's my first time doing this in the Wei… 440 00:32:12,720 --> 00:32:13,520 What's wrong? 441 00:32:20,920 --> 00:32:22,400 You're burning up. 442 00:32:22,480 --> 00:32:23,520 I'll get the physician. 443 00:32:24,000 --> 00:32:24,920 No need. 444 00:32:26,520 --> 00:32:28,720 I just caught a chill from sleeping on the couch. 445 00:32:30,040 --> 00:32:31,600 It's happened before. 446 00:32:31,680 --> 00:32:32,960 You just never noticed. 447 00:32:33,920 --> 00:32:35,400 You should've told me sooner. 448 00:32:35,480 --> 00:32:38,200 Then tonight, you take the bed, and I'll have the couch. 449 00:32:38,600 --> 00:32:39,800 No need for that. 450 00:32:40,960 --> 00:32:42,960 Instead of arguing over the bed and couch, 451 00:32:43,040 --> 00:32:43,920 why not focus on 452 00:32:45,080 --> 00:32:46,360 getting me well soon? 453 00:32:49,480 --> 00:32:52,320 Don't go to the Government Office tomorrow. 454 00:32:52,680 --> 00:32:53,720 Stay home. 455 00:32:53,800 --> 00:32:55,280 Let me nurse you back to health. 456 00:33:10,080 --> 00:33:11,080 Ehuang. 457 00:33:14,520 --> 00:33:15,400 The herbal soup's here. 458 00:33:20,360 --> 00:33:21,320 This dose is strong. 459 00:33:21,680 --> 00:33:23,600 It works fast but can be harsh on the body. 460 00:33:24,200 --> 00:33:25,200 This one is mild. 461 00:33:25,600 --> 00:33:26,560 It works slower 462 00:33:26,640 --> 00:33:27,640 but is much gentler. 463 00:33:28,840 --> 00:33:30,080 What do you think? 464 00:33:30,160 --> 00:33:31,080 Which one will you take? 465 00:33:50,920 --> 00:33:51,760 Ehuang! 466 00:33:52,560 --> 00:33:53,400 You… 467 00:33:59,720 --> 00:34:01,480 I must fully recover 468 00:34:02,520 --> 00:34:04,080 to meet the Lord of Wei. 469 00:34:20,000 --> 00:34:22,040 I'm thirsty. I want some water. 470 00:34:36,679 --> 00:34:38,320 Didn't you say you'd nurse me today? 471 00:34:40,560 --> 00:34:42,960 Tao, my daughter, listen to me. 472 00:34:43,040 --> 00:34:45,719 When you're with General Wei Liang, hold back a little. 473 00:34:45,800 --> 00:34:48,040 - Don't be too forward. - Why? 474 00:34:48,120 --> 00:34:50,199 The more forward a woman is, the more she ends up losing. 475 00:34:53,760 --> 00:34:54,480 My lord. 476 00:34:54,560 --> 00:34:57,280 Can't you say things straight? Why go in circles? 477 00:34:57,360 --> 00:34:59,320 Men of the Wei family never beat around the bush. 478 00:34:59,880 --> 00:35:01,160 You are right, my lord. 479 00:35:07,720 --> 00:35:09,360 Why are you up, my lord? 480 00:35:11,840 --> 00:35:12,760 I need to go out. 481 00:35:12,840 --> 00:35:14,480 But you're still sick. 482 00:35:14,560 --> 00:35:15,720 Anger cured me. 483 00:35:20,080 --> 00:35:23,040 GOVERNMENT OFFICE 484 00:35:23,120 --> 00:35:24,160 I'm so sleepy. 485 00:35:24,240 --> 00:35:25,680 Don't be. 486 00:35:25,760 --> 00:35:27,440 - What… - We're on duty here. 487 00:35:27,520 --> 00:35:28,960 Xiaotao, what are you doing here? 488 00:35:29,040 --> 00:35:30,080 Came to see me, huh? 489 00:35:30,160 --> 00:35:31,120 Get lost. 490 00:35:31,200 --> 00:35:33,120 - I'm here to see you. - Me? Really? 491 00:35:33,200 --> 00:35:35,520 You could've just sent word. I would've come to you. 492 00:35:35,600 --> 00:35:37,120 No need to come all this way. 493 00:35:37,200 --> 00:35:38,760 Wouldn't that be more trouble? 494 00:35:40,240 --> 00:35:42,120 All right, let me ask you something. 495 00:35:42,200 --> 00:35:43,920 What's wrong with His Lordship today? 496 00:35:44,000 --> 00:35:45,120 His Lordship? 497 00:35:46,080 --> 00:35:47,760 He's discussing affairs with Advisor Gongsun in there. 498 00:35:48,280 --> 00:35:49,480 No way. 499 00:35:49,560 --> 00:35:52,960 Her Ladyship said he's been acting strange ever since he returned last night. 500 00:35:54,840 --> 00:35:57,600 Every time you come, you always ask about His Lordship. 501 00:35:57,680 --> 00:35:58,880 Is that all you care about? 502 00:36:00,320 --> 00:36:01,200 Actually, no. 503 00:36:01,720 --> 00:36:03,200 - Oh? - Come here. 504 00:36:03,280 --> 00:36:06,080 - What is it? - Remember that gold dart you gave me? 505 00:36:06,880 --> 00:36:09,040 I've got a little something for you too. 506 00:36:09,120 --> 00:36:10,720 - Really? - Let me see, come on. 507 00:36:11,640 --> 00:36:12,480 Keep it down. 508 00:36:12,960 --> 00:36:13,880 Let me see. 509 00:36:13,960 --> 00:36:16,600 - I haven't got it ready yet. - All right, all right. 510 00:36:18,720 --> 00:36:20,440 So tell me, what's wrong with His Lordship? 511 00:36:21,240 --> 00:36:22,200 Let me think… 512 00:36:22,760 --> 00:36:24,040 Oh, I got it. 513 00:36:24,720 --> 00:36:25,800 But don't tell Her Ladyship. 514 00:36:25,880 --> 00:36:27,720 Don't worry, I won't say a word. 515 00:36:28,160 --> 00:36:29,320 Last night, 516 00:36:29,400 --> 00:36:32,480 His Lordship took the four of us on a very long walk 517 00:36:32,560 --> 00:36:33,360 to find a boat lantern. 518 00:36:33,440 --> 00:36:35,400 At last, we found Her Ladyship's lantern. 519 00:36:35,480 --> 00:36:37,440 After he opened and read it, his mood soured. 520 00:36:37,520 --> 00:36:38,640 It must've been because of that. 521 00:36:39,480 --> 00:36:41,080 I see. 522 00:36:43,080 --> 00:36:44,160 Don't let Her Ladyship know. 523 00:36:44,240 --> 00:36:45,920 Relax, I won't. 524 00:36:46,000 --> 00:36:46,840 See you then. 525 00:36:47,480 --> 00:36:48,480 Take care. 526 00:36:49,160 --> 00:36:50,200 Take care, Tao. 527 00:36:52,720 --> 00:36:54,880 I think we should tell Her Ladyship. 528 00:36:55,760 --> 00:36:56,680 True. 529 00:36:57,360 --> 00:36:59,640 It's fine. Xiaotao never listens to me. 530 00:36:59,720 --> 00:37:00,880 I know her well. 531 00:37:00,960 --> 00:37:03,080 Show me the gift she plans to give you. 532 00:37:03,640 --> 00:37:05,280 So that's the reason. 533 00:37:05,840 --> 00:37:07,360 No wonder he's angry. 534 00:37:07,880 --> 00:37:08,760 My lady, 535 00:37:08,840 --> 00:37:11,880 you wouldn't even write His Lordship's name? 536 00:37:11,960 --> 00:37:14,680 I think His Lordship is being petty. 537 00:37:14,760 --> 00:37:18,880 But look, Her Ladyship has prepared all his favorite dishes to apologize. 538 00:37:20,240 --> 00:37:21,680 It's not his fault. 539 00:37:21,760 --> 00:37:23,640 I was the one who mishandled it. 540 00:37:23,720 --> 00:37:25,800 Then you really need to make it up to him. 541 00:37:40,040 --> 00:37:41,840 It seems he truly took it to heart. 542 00:37:42,560 --> 00:37:45,280 His Lordship does tend to hold a grudge. 543 00:37:46,040 --> 00:37:48,520 You'll need to come up with something special. 544 00:37:49,760 --> 00:37:51,000 I'll go warm this up. 545 00:38:22,480 --> 00:38:23,920 - Xiaozao. - My lord. 546 00:38:24,000 --> 00:38:26,640 - Why are you in such a rush? - You're finally back, my lord. 547 00:38:26,720 --> 00:38:28,520 - Her Ladyship is… - What about her? 548 00:38:28,600 --> 00:38:30,360 Her Ladyship waited so long for you. 549 00:38:30,440 --> 00:38:31,720 Now, she's drunk. 550 00:38:31,800 --> 00:38:32,960 Who says I'm drunk? 551 00:38:41,080 --> 00:38:42,400 My lord! 552 00:38:42,480 --> 00:38:44,040 You're back! 553 00:38:49,360 --> 00:38:50,320 You all serve Her Ladyship. 554 00:38:50,400 --> 00:38:51,760 How could you let her drink like this? 555 00:38:52,840 --> 00:38:53,960 This is disgraceful. 556 00:38:54,040 --> 00:38:55,000 Yes, my lord. 557 00:38:55,080 --> 00:38:56,200 It's my fault. 558 00:38:56,280 --> 00:38:57,400 It won't happen again. 559 00:38:59,040 --> 00:38:59,960 Where are you going? 560 00:39:00,640 --> 00:39:02,600 Come back! Come back here! 561 00:39:03,560 --> 00:39:04,440 I said, come back! 562 00:39:05,160 --> 00:39:06,200 Come back! 563 00:39:11,960 --> 00:39:12,880 Stop right there. 564 00:39:15,400 --> 00:39:16,240 Come back here. 565 00:39:57,520 --> 00:39:58,360 Don't move. 566 00:39:59,160 --> 00:40:00,000 Sit down, sit down. 567 00:40:01,800 --> 00:40:02,800 Lie down, lie down. 568 00:40:19,720 --> 00:40:22,640 Can you please stop being angry, my lord? 569 00:40:26,600 --> 00:40:27,440 Water. 570 00:40:30,920 --> 00:40:32,200 I want some water. 571 00:40:34,360 --> 00:40:35,200 Wait here. 572 00:40:49,720 --> 00:40:51,120 Here, sit up and drink. 573 00:40:51,200 --> 00:40:52,040 Hey, wake up. 574 00:40:52,880 --> 00:40:53,720 Wake up. Water's here. 575 00:41:05,080 --> 00:41:06,080 Do you want more? 576 00:41:08,880 --> 00:41:10,680 You can't hold it. Don't drink so much. 577 00:41:14,360 --> 00:41:17,160 My lord, you're a true gentleman. 578 00:41:17,240 --> 00:41:18,600 How can you be so petty? 579 00:41:21,000 --> 00:41:23,000 I know you're angry 580 00:41:23,080 --> 00:41:25,680 because you feel I don't love you back. 581 00:41:26,240 --> 00:41:29,240 What you wrote was a wish, 582 00:41:30,560 --> 00:41:32,280 while what I wrote was regret. 583 00:41:35,640 --> 00:41:37,560 You're right here, 584 00:41:38,880 --> 00:41:40,440 close enough to touch. 585 00:41:43,160 --> 00:41:46,160 But I can only send my family well wishes from afar. 586 00:41:49,880 --> 00:41:54,160 That's why I only wrote about them, and not you, my lord.