1 00:00:22,320 --> 00:00:30,280 ♫ In the stormy night ♫ 2 00:00:30,280 --> 00:00:37,720 ♫ The dark hair of a charming woman is reflected in the flame of a candle ♫ 3 00:00:37,720 --> 00:00:41,731 ♫ Shrouded by year after year of memories ♫ 4 00:00:41,731 --> 00:00:46,240 ♫ I can do nothing but feign indifference ♫ 5 00:00:46,240 --> 00:00:53,880 ♫ Outlining your cheeks ♫ 6 00:00:53,880 --> 00:00:55,920 ♫ Together and apart, just like quicksand ♫ 7 00:00:55,920 --> 00:00:58,000 ♫ I'm meant to make peace with myself ♫ 8 00:00:58,000 --> 00:01:01,760 ♫ Rebuild or crumble ♫ 9 00:01:01,760 --> 00:01:04,060 ♫ Drift away in the clouds ♫ 10 00:01:04,060 --> 00:01:06,020 ♫ Driving away ♫ 11 00:01:06,020 --> 00:01:09,960 ♫ Your dashing pretense ♫ 12 00:01:09,960 --> 00:01:11,940 ♫ A drunken dream ♫ 13 00:01:11,940 --> 00:01:14,000 ♫ A person I miss ♫ 14 00:01:14,000 --> 00:01:17,600 ♫ Of course I know if it's real ♫ 15 00:01:17,600 --> 00:01:22,080 ♫ Even if you're just by my side ♫ 16 00:01:22,080 --> 00:01:29,040 ♫ I want to hold on to you but I can only play dumb ♫ 17 00:01:29,940 --> 00:01:36,020 [In Blossom] 18 00:01:36,020 --> 00:01:39,620 [Episode 28] 19 00:01:41,910 --> 00:01:43,630 Master has agreed to see you. 20 00:01:43,630 --> 00:01:48,550 A carriage will pick you up in front of Liu's Pawnshop three days later. 21 00:01:48,550 --> 00:01:51,310 Vendors in the capital really know how to do business. 22 00:01:51,310 --> 00:01:55,430 If you buy a fresh chicken, they'll cut it up and clean it for you. 23 00:01:56,510 --> 00:02:01,710 I stewed this chicken for two hours. Have a taste, see if it's good. 24 00:02:11,440 --> 00:02:12,880 Does it taste nice? 25 00:02:14,960 --> 00:02:16,190 It's delicious. 26 00:02:16,190 --> 00:02:17,710 That's good. 27 00:02:18,440 --> 00:02:24,600 They say one wins a man's heart by feeding him well, so I'm sure I can get you. 28 00:02:27,080 --> 00:02:29,160 You smiled. 29 00:02:29,160 --> 00:02:33,190 It's the first time I've seen you smile in days. How nice. 30 00:02:38,110 --> 00:02:39,460 Xiaosheng. 31 00:02:40,110 --> 00:02:43,470 Why do you like me? 32 00:02:44,360 --> 00:02:46,320 Because you're handsome. 33 00:02:48,830 --> 00:02:52,360 When I first met you, you were such a nuisance. 34 00:02:52,360 --> 00:02:55,160 The only good thing about you is that you have a nice smile. 35 00:02:55,160 --> 00:03:00,520 After we got to know each other, you looked more attractive, and I liked you more and more. 36 00:03:00,520 --> 00:03:03,190 They say Mr. Pan is the most good-looking man in the world. 37 00:03:03,190 --> 00:03:05,750 I don't think so. I think you're handsome. 38 00:03:05,750 --> 00:03:08,270 You're better than anyone else in my heart. 39 00:03:08,270 --> 00:03:12,470 Maybe it's just because I like you. 40 00:03:17,830 --> 00:03:20,600 What's wrong? Are you shy? 41 00:03:23,800 --> 00:03:25,400 Are you shy? 42 00:03:29,801 --> 00:03:31,801 Don't you find me adorable? 43 00:03:46,800 --> 00:03:48,110 Xiaosheng. 44 00:03:48,110 --> 00:03:49,750 Apart from doing laundry and cooking, 45 00:03:49,750 --> 00:03:53,270 don't you have any place you want to go since you're here in the capital? 46 00:03:53,270 --> 00:03:56,190 No, I just want to be with you. 47 00:03:57,830 --> 00:04:00,710 I'm free today. I'll go out with you for a walk. 48 00:04:04,600 --> 00:04:06,240 You and me? 49 00:04:07,000 --> 00:04:08,550 A whole day? 50 00:04:09,470 --> 00:04:11,550 Really? 51 00:04:11,550 --> 00:04:14,830 Well, wait for me. I'm going to get changed. 52 00:04:24,560 --> 00:04:26,510 Here, take a look at these. 53 00:04:29,040 --> 00:04:30,320 Steamed buns. 54 00:04:30,320 --> 00:04:33,200 Good! 55 00:04:33,200 --> 00:04:37,390 - Amazing! - Great! One more! 56 00:04:37,390 --> 00:04:38,920 Awesome! 57 00:04:38,920 --> 00:04:40,350 Good! 58 00:04:40,350 --> 00:04:42,950 - Nice one! - Brilliant! 59 00:04:42,950 --> 00:04:44,480 Yeah. 60 00:04:44,480 --> 00:04:46,960 - One more time! - Again! 61 00:05:14,740 --> 00:05:16,760 Do you think she'll score this time? 62 00:05:18,280 --> 00:05:20,870 It's in. 63 00:05:25,550 --> 00:05:27,000 Nice one! 64 00:05:27,000 --> 00:05:29,110 - It's in again. - Yeah. 65 00:05:29,110 --> 00:05:31,000 Another one. 66 00:05:34,670 --> 00:05:36,110 Brilliant. 67 00:05:36,110 --> 00:05:37,510 - He's really good at it. - Indeed. 68 00:05:37,510 --> 00:05:41,200 - Nice one. - Good. He's amazing. 69 00:05:41,200 --> 00:05:43,128 - Don't miss it. - Let's go and take a look. 70 00:05:43,128 --> 00:05:44,390 It's a fine Hetian jade. 71 00:05:44,390 --> 00:05:47,440 - I've met a peer. - Come on, take a look at these. 72 00:05:47,440 --> 00:05:50,680 - It's truly a fine jade. - Of course. 73 00:05:52,040 --> 00:05:55,550 - Have a look. - Which one do you like? I'll buy it for you. 74 00:05:55,550 --> 00:05:59,350 They say if a man gives a woman a gift, it means he likes her. 75 00:05:59,350 --> 00:06:00,840 Do you like me? 76 00:06:02,550 --> 00:06:04,230 What's with all the nonsense? Do you want it or not? 77 00:06:04,230 --> 00:06:06,870 - Yes. - Take a look. 78 00:06:08,320 --> 00:06:09,950 How much is this? 79 00:06:09,950 --> 00:06:12,070 Miss, you have such good taste. 80 00:06:12,070 --> 00:06:15,000 It's a genuine Diwang jade. It's 50 taels. 81 00:06:15,000 --> 00:06:16,480 How much? 82 00:06:16,480 --> 00:06:17,720 Fifty taels. 83 00:06:17,720 --> 00:06:19,350 It's too expensive. Are you selling it for 30 taels? 84 00:06:19,350 --> 00:06:22,760 Put it down, then. Miss, you get what you pay for. 85 00:06:22,760 --> 00:06:25,880 Fifty taels is a very reasonable price. 86 00:06:25,880 --> 00:06:28,000 It's too expensive. I don't want it. 87 00:06:29,160 --> 00:06:30,520 Miss. 88 00:06:31,550 --> 00:06:33,600 I thought you liked it. Why do you suddenly not want it? 89 00:06:33,600 --> 00:06:38,640 I do like it, but I'm not a fool. Fifty taels is so expensive. Why would I get it? 90 00:06:38,640 --> 00:06:41,110 I also do business. That's why I know exactly what my peers are thinking. 91 00:06:41,110 --> 00:06:43,510 He's just starting out, and he's still in high spirits. 92 00:06:43,510 --> 00:06:47,790 If you wait until he's about to close the stall, he'll surely sell it for 30 taels. 93 00:06:47,790 --> 00:06:51,590 We'll have to pass by the stall on our way home, we'll buy it, then. 94 00:07:02,550 --> 00:07:05,920 Excuse me. What is this? A marriage tree? 95 00:07:05,920 --> 00:07:10,480 Yes. Just write your names on a marriage tag, hang it on the tree and pray faithfully, 96 00:07:10,480 --> 00:07:13,070 then the God of Marriage will bless you to be together forever. 97 00:07:17,860 --> 00:07:20,460 [Matched in marriage] 98 00:07:28,950 --> 00:07:30,630 Let's make a wish. 99 00:08:39,440 --> 00:08:44,840 God of Marriage, I know Jiang's heart isn't completely open to me, 100 00:08:44,840 --> 00:08:49,790 and I know there's something very important, and dangerous he has to do. 101 00:08:49,790 --> 00:08:56,230 Thus, I dare not ask for the happiness of a lifetime that others pray for. 102 00:08:56,230 --> 00:08:59,000 I have only one small wish. [Bai Xiaosheng, Zhuo Lanjiang] 103 00:08:59,000 --> 00:09:01,400 I hope that I can be by his side 104 00:09:01,400 --> 00:09:05,800 in all the ups and downs that he has to go through in the future. 105 00:09:15,060 --> 00:09:19,100 [Bai Xiaosheng, Zhuo Lanjiang] 106 00:09:19,100 --> 00:09:22,780 ♫ In the name of love, I question ♫ 107 00:09:22,780 --> 00:09:26,980 ♫ The cruelty of fate ♫ 108 00:09:26,980 --> 00:09:34,340 ♫ Reason with fate about love, and drowned in pain ♫ 109 00:09:34,340 --> 00:09:41,780 ♫ Anticipating the future ahead alone, with no way out of it ♫ 110 00:09:41,780 --> 00:09:46,340 ♫ As you struggle with your fate, and get forever entangled ♫ 111 00:09:47,790 --> 00:09:52,760 Liar. He said he'd stay with me all day. 112 00:09:56,470 --> 00:10:00,110 We caused a scene at Shiluo Garden. Those people are not going to let it slide. 113 00:10:00,110 --> 00:10:03,920 I've arranged for you to leave the capital first. 114 00:10:03,920 --> 00:10:08,320 Mr. Pan, did you get anything out of this trip? 115 00:10:08,320 --> 00:10:10,840 We met Zuo Jingfei, the owner of Shiluo Garden. 116 00:10:10,840 --> 00:10:15,110 He's a man in his early forties with a yellowish pupil in his right eye. 117 00:10:15,110 --> 00:10:17,000 Do you know this man? 118 00:10:19,200 --> 00:10:20,710 It's him. 119 00:10:21,492 --> 00:10:22,972 It's him. 120 00:10:23,960 --> 00:10:29,400 He was the one who went after and killed Yunchang in Heyang nine years ago. 121 00:10:30,960 --> 00:10:32,910 Did you catch him? 122 00:10:39,000 --> 00:10:41,900 However, we now know what Zuo Jingfei looks like, 123 00:10:41,900 --> 00:10:44,190 and we have found out that the Ripple is actually the ram horn pattern. 124 00:10:44,190 --> 00:10:47,800 If we keep looking into this, we're sure to find out who's behind all this. 125 00:10:49,360 --> 00:10:55,110 Mr. Pan, Miss Shangguan, I'm sure you'll be able to avenge my best friend's death. 126 00:10:55,110 --> 00:10:57,270 I'll wait for your good news. 127 00:11:00,150 --> 00:11:03,110 What do we do next? Do you have any idea? 128 00:11:03,110 --> 00:11:07,590 I'm going to ask Ze to look into the deeds to Shiluo Garden. Let's see what he can find out. 129 00:11:10,470 --> 00:11:11,830 What's wrong? 130 00:11:12,590 --> 00:11:14,230 Since I started doing the Dancing Among the Clouds, 131 00:11:14,230 --> 00:11:17,390 my ankles hurt a little when I walk for a long time. 132 00:11:18,230 --> 00:11:19,680 - Don't worry. - Caiwei. 133 00:11:20,710 --> 00:11:22,350 Xiaosheng? 134 00:11:22,960 --> 00:11:25,640 - Mr. Pan. - You're here in the capital. 135 00:11:25,640 --> 00:11:27,440 Have you found Jiang? 136 00:11:32,240 --> 00:11:33,960 Let's go. 137 00:11:33,960 --> 00:11:36,440 Isn't that Miss Shangguan? 138 00:11:38,320 --> 00:11:40,880 Who's that guy next to her? 139 00:11:42,230 --> 00:11:44,200 Pan Yue? 140 00:11:47,680 --> 00:11:50,840 I didn't expect you and Jiang to come to the capital. 141 00:11:50,840 --> 00:11:54,830 Did he leave any clues when he left without telling you? 142 00:11:56,440 --> 00:12:00,000 Nothing. He just left. 143 00:12:01,840 --> 00:12:03,880 He must have come to the capital to avenge his father's death. 144 00:12:03,880 --> 00:12:07,200 He must have distanced himself because he didn't want to implicate you. 145 00:12:08,110 --> 00:12:11,880 Caiwei, I'm really worried that he's in danger. 146 00:12:11,880 --> 00:12:15,200 Don't worry, we'll definitely locate him. 147 00:12:15,960 --> 00:12:18,800 What about you? What's your plan after this? 148 00:12:21,590 --> 00:12:23,320 I'll stay here. 149 00:12:23,320 --> 00:12:26,590 I wouldn't want him to return without me around. 150 00:12:27,590 --> 00:12:31,030 He'll come back anyway, right? 151 00:12:34,640 --> 00:12:38,680 It's better to regret doing something than to regret missing it. 152 00:12:39,635 --> 00:12:41,145 That's what you said. 153 00:12:44,280 --> 00:12:47,050 Stay for dinner, okay? 154 00:12:47,050 --> 00:12:50,120 - Sure. - I'll head out to buy some food and wine. 155 00:13:05,160 --> 00:13:06,470 What's the matter? 156 00:13:08,550 --> 00:13:13,240 Why does this smell exactly like the incense that the mastermind used during the ritual? 157 00:13:26,280 --> 00:13:29,790 Xiaosheng, it's a rare incense. Where did you get it? 158 00:13:29,790 --> 00:13:31,880 It's poplar incense from the Jiang clan. 159 00:13:31,880 --> 00:13:35,110 I've found that the nobles in the capital aren't into jade bracelets. 160 00:13:35,110 --> 00:13:36,640 Instead, they prefer incense. 161 00:13:36,640 --> 00:13:41,188 That's why I got a Jiang woman to get the stock. What's the matter? 162 00:13:41,188 --> 00:13:45,240 Well, forget about dinner. Take me to that person first. 163 00:13:51,230 --> 00:13:52,640 Caiwei. 164 00:13:54,080 --> 00:13:57,550 This is the Jiang shopkeeper who sold me the poplar incense. 165 00:13:57,550 --> 00:14:01,640 I've talked to her. If you have any questions, just ask her. 166 00:14:01,640 --> 00:14:05,400 We'd like to ask you if there was a man in his forties 167 00:14:05,400 --> 00:14:10,080 with a yellowish right eye who came to you to buy poplar incense. 168 00:14:10,080 --> 00:14:12,120 I can't remember. 169 00:14:12,120 --> 00:14:16,600 Is there any other incense shop in the capital that sells poplar incense apart from yours? 170 00:14:16,600 --> 00:14:20,200 No. Poplar incense is a unique incense of the Jiang clan. 171 00:14:20,200 --> 00:14:24,370 As far as I know, mine is the only one in the capital that sells it. 172 00:14:28,670 --> 00:14:32,440 Can you see if this pattern has anything to do with the Jiang clan? 173 00:14:36,350 --> 00:14:39,440 - Ram horn and cloud pattern. - Ram horn and cloud pattern? 174 00:14:39,440 --> 00:14:43,550 Yes. This pattern is the totem of the Daohan tribe of the Jiang clan. 175 00:14:43,550 --> 00:14:45,150 The Jiang clan worships rams. 176 00:14:45,150 --> 00:14:47,320 Due to years of war between the court and the Jiang clan, 177 00:14:47,320 --> 00:14:51,550 many Jiang people from the Daohan tribe crossed the border and settled in Luoxi. 178 00:14:51,550 --> 00:14:53,230 And they became the Jiang clan in Luoxi. 179 00:14:53,230 --> 00:14:55,960 Later, they integrated into the local community and started farming, 180 00:14:55,960 --> 00:14:57,805 and they are no longer different from the Han people. 181 00:14:57,805 --> 00:15:01,030 But there are still a few who like to carry totems around 182 00:15:01,030 --> 00:15:03,830 to remind themselves of their Jiang lineage. 183 00:15:10,840 --> 00:15:14,440 So It all ties together. 184 00:15:14,440 --> 00:15:16,320 The court was at war with the Jiang clan for years. 185 00:15:16,320 --> 00:15:18,840 Many Jiang people have immigrated to Luoxi. 186 00:15:18,840 --> 00:15:21,640 The mastermind must be one of them. 187 00:15:21,640 --> 00:15:23,640 They use the ram horn and cloud pattern as their emblem 188 00:15:23,640 --> 00:15:26,200 to build up their forces in Heyang. 189 00:15:26,200 --> 00:15:29,080 They also collude with the Jiang clan, and use the docks in Heyang 190 00:15:29,080 --> 00:15:32,800 to smuggle halite into the Central Plains for huge profits. 191 00:15:34,670 --> 00:15:36,470 They've been in business for over a decade. 192 00:15:36,470 --> 00:15:38,150 And they own a steady stream of wealth to run what they do. 193 00:15:38,150 --> 00:15:40,200 These people should be in high office. 194 00:15:40,200 --> 00:15:43,910 Should we look into the top Luoxi officials in order to figure out his identity? 195 00:15:43,910 --> 00:15:47,280 Jiang people who moved to Luoxi were registered in the army. 196 00:15:47,280 --> 00:15:49,760 They were brave and good fighters, so the court used them in wars. 197 00:15:49,760 --> 00:15:52,230 But the court feared that spies might be among them. 198 00:15:52,230 --> 00:15:57,440 So they came up with an unwritten rule. No official of Luoxi origin could be promoted. 199 00:15:59,000 --> 00:16:03,440 It seems likely that the mastermind has secretly changed his nationality. 200 00:16:03,440 --> 00:16:04,880 It's most likely possible. 201 00:16:04,880 --> 00:16:07,590 According to Miss Yunchang's whistleblower letter, 202 00:16:07,590 --> 00:16:12,150 this official was probably transferred to the capital ten years ago. And he is very powerful. 203 00:16:12,150 --> 00:16:17,590 It can be deduced that he was called up between the 10th and 20th year of Jingchang. 204 00:16:17,590 --> 00:16:21,440 I'll ask Ze to check with the Ministry of War. After that, we will make our next move. 205 00:16:42,660 --> 00:16:46,220 [Liu Yuan, Grand Commandant's wife] 206 00:16:54,000 --> 00:16:55,560 Mrs. Jia. 207 00:16:57,150 --> 00:16:59,110 Look at these flowers. 208 00:16:59,110 --> 00:17:03,830 They were recently grown by the gardeners. Do you like them? 209 00:17:09,920 --> 00:17:15,260 Graceful and elegant, bright but not common. It's perfect for Jing. 210 00:17:15,260 --> 00:17:18,937 Order a batch for me, to be delivered on the 15th of next month. 211 00:17:18,937 --> 00:17:20,590 Yes. 212 00:17:20,590 --> 00:17:24,910 Mrs. Jia, are you preparing it for the princess' wedding? 213 00:17:25,760 --> 00:17:28,470 Silk flowers are too ordinary. 214 00:17:28,470 --> 00:17:32,470 I'd like to decorate the wedding hall with fresh flowers. 215 00:17:32,470 --> 00:17:35,390 Okay, I'll make the arrangements. 216 00:17:44,000 --> 00:17:51,230 Shangguan Zhi, if you're so shameless, I'll publicize your scandal. 217 00:17:53,520 --> 00:17:56,070 Mrs. Jia, what a coincidence. 218 00:17:56,070 --> 00:17:59,230 - You're here to buy flowers too? - Miss Sima. 219 00:18:00,560 --> 00:18:02,560 I'm sorry to disturb you, Mrs. Jia. 220 00:18:02,560 --> 00:18:06,720 I just want to ask if the princess is doing well. 221 00:18:09,520 --> 00:18:12,680 What could go wrong with the princess? 222 00:18:13,830 --> 00:18:16,000 Didn't the princess tell you? 223 00:18:16,000 --> 00:18:17,430 That day in Fengya Garden, 224 00:18:17,430 --> 00:18:22,590 the princess quarreled with a young lady named Shangguan Zhi because of Mr. Pan. 225 00:18:22,590 --> 00:18:25,800 She even took Shangguan Zhi away in public. 226 00:18:25,800 --> 00:18:29,640 I thought the matter was settled. 227 00:18:29,640 --> 00:18:37,350 I didn't expect to see Mr. Pan and Shangguan Zhi on the street, acting so intimate together. 228 00:18:37,350 --> 00:18:41,910 That's why I'm really worried about the princess. 229 00:18:44,680 --> 00:18:47,920 I've heard that there's the daughter of a rich merchant 230 00:18:47,920 --> 00:18:49,800 who's been infatuated with Pan Yue for years. 231 00:18:49,800 --> 00:18:51,400 It's this Shangguan Zhi? 232 00:18:51,400 --> 00:18:54,640 Yes, it's her. 233 00:18:54,640 --> 00:18:59,680 She has chased Mr. Pan from the capital to Heyang, and from Heyang to the capital. 234 00:18:59,680 --> 00:19:02,600 She has done everything she can. 235 00:19:03,430 --> 00:19:06,640 Mrs. Jia, I'm really worried 236 00:19:06,640 --> 00:19:11,720 that the marriage between the princess and Mr. Pan will be affected by her. 237 00:19:16,310 --> 00:19:22,030 Miss Sima, don't gossip about others behind their backs. 238 00:19:23,070 --> 00:19:25,640 Pan Yue is my future brother-in-law. 239 00:19:25,640 --> 00:19:28,070 I trust Jing's judgment. 240 00:19:28,070 --> 00:19:34,230 Their marriage can't be influenced by a mere merchant's daughter. 241 00:19:34,230 --> 00:19:38,840 Don't ever say anything like that again. 242 00:19:40,470 --> 00:19:41,830 Yes. 243 00:19:41,830 --> 00:19:45,270 - Shan, let's head back. - Yes. 244 00:20:00,830 --> 00:20:03,270 Master, he's arrived. 245 00:20:08,190 --> 00:20:11,270 Greetings, Master. 246 00:20:17,230 --> 00:20:19,480 Raise your head. 247 00:20:24,110 --> 00:20:29,640 Your father was your age when I first met him. 248 00:20:29,640 --> 00:20:35,480 You look exactly like him back then. 249 00:20:36,400 --> 00:20:38,230 Stand up. 250 00:20:43,880 --> 00:20:52,680 Back then, we were both nobodies, but we shared the same great ambitions. 251 00:20:53,590 --> 00:21:01,430 We became sworn brothers and promised to work together, and share the wealth and prosperity. 252 00:21:01,430 --> 00:21:07,400 All these years, I'd been in the court while he'd been out there. 253 00:21:07,400 --> 00:21:11,680 We helped and supported each other. 254 00:21:12,430 --> 00:21:18,680 My power has made the Silver Rain Terrace the greatest power in Heyang. 255 00:21:18,680 --> 00:21:24,590 His money supported me to climb up to this high position. 256 00:21:24,590 --> 00:21:28,960 And when we were almost there, your father... 257 00:21:31,470 --> 00:21:33,920 Life is unpredictable. 258 00:21:33,920 --> 00:21:36,190 That's why I'm here. 259 00:21:36,190 --> 00:21:40,320 I don't want my father to die with regrets. 260 00:21:42,430 --> 00:21:46,630 Do you know that wealth and power come with great danger? 261 00:21:47,560 --> 00:21:50,520 Your father didn't want you to get involved in these things 262 00:21:50,520 --> 00:21:52,920 as an attempt to keep you out of trouble. 263 00:21:52,920 --> 00:21:57,440 He even pretended to be dead for three years. 264 00:21:58,190 --> 00:22:02,840 Why do you go against his last wish? 265 00:22:04,430 --> 00:22:07,040 I'm not interested in fame or wealth. 266 00:22:07,040 --> 00:22:12,830 Pan Yue forced my father to death. I must avenge my father's death. 267 00:22:12,830 --> 00:22:16,910 If you want to deal with Pan Yue, I'm willing to be the sword in your hand. 268 00:22:17,710 --> 00:22:19,320 Is that so? 269 00:22:20,310 --> 00:22:28,960 But how come I heard that you and Pan Yue were quite close in Heyang? 270 00:22:29,800 --> 00:22:32,950 I did all this for a woman. 271 00:22:32,950 --> 00:22:36,070 Pan Yue not only took advantage of my relationship with that woman, 272 00:22:36,070 --> 00:22:38,230 but he also stole her from me. 273 00:22:38,950 --> 00:22:42,710 I'm sure you've found out what happened. 274 00:22:42,710 --> 00:22:45,160 If you don't believe me, just kill me with one blow. 275 00:22:45,160 --> 00:22:49,000 Why are you testing me with this nonsense? 276 00:22:49,000 --> 00:22:51,680 Mind your language. 277 00:22:57,230 --> 00:23:01,920 Daring and bold, youthful and ambitious. 278 00:23:01,920 --> 00:23:03,640 Good. 279 00:23:03,640 --> 00:23:07,640 You're a lot like your father. 280 00:23:07,640 --> 00:23:12,590 Since you hate Pan Yue so much, I'll give you a chance 281 00:23:12,590 --> 00:23:17,750 to let you personally avenge your father's death, and the stealing of your beloved woman. 282 00:23:18,560 --> 00:23:20,080 Young Master. 283 00:23:22,160 --> 00:23:24,560 Here's the letter on the door. 284 00:23:29,320 --> 00:23:34,190 - What's the matter? - Mrs. Jia invited me to a banquet. 285 00:23:34,190 --> 00:23:36,470 Mrs. Jia? 286 00:23:36,470 --> 00:23:38,430 The elder sister of Princess Changle. 287 00:23:38,430 --> 00:23:40,480 The wife of Grand Commandant, Jia Quan. 288 00:23:41,110 --> 00:23:42,960 That's strange. 289 00:23:43,590 --> 00:23:47,710 If it's about the wedding, my father should have been invited as well. 290 00:23:47,710 --> 00:23:52,080 But why did she invite me alone, and specify that it would be a family banquet? 291 00:23:55,780 --> 00:23:57,400 [Grand Commandant's Residence] 292 00:23:57,400 --> 00:23:59,280 Greetings, Grand Commandant. 293 00:23:59,280 --> 00:24:01,310 Greetings, Mrs. Jia. 294 00:24:01,310 --> 00:24:04,000 It's a small token of goodwill. Please accept it. 295 00:24:04,000 --> 00:24:05,440 Ze. 296 00:24:16,920 --> 00:24:19,710 Mr. Pan, we'll be family soon. 297 00:24:19,710 --> 00:24:21,680 Just spare the formality. 298 00:24:21,680 --> 00:24:26,680 I've heard that you're a talented man with a remarkable appearance. 299 00:24:26,680 --> 00:24:30,110 Now that I see you, I'm sure your reputation is well-deserved. 300 00:24:30,110 --> 00:24:33,190 No wonder Jing is so fond of you. 301 00:24:33,190 --> 00:24:38,480 You flatter me, Mrs. Jia. It's my honor to be favored by the princess. 302 00:24:42,830 --> 00:24:45,280 Master, Madam, the feast is ready. 303 00:24:45,280 --> 00:24:48,360 Mr. Pan, please. 304 00:24:49,710 --> 00:24:51,270 Darling, please. 305 00:25:00,310 --> 00:25:02,920 Why did your sister invite me over? 306 00:25:02,920 --> 00:25:07,870 It happened suddenly. I only found out this morning. Just play it by ear. 307 00:25:15,070 --> 00:25:16,390 Please. 308 00:25:24,040 --> 00:25:26,400 There are no outsiders here today. 309 00:25:26,400 --> 00:25:29,070 It's just an ordinary family meal. 310 00:25:29,070 --> 00:25:32,920 Mr. Pan, just help yourself with the food, and spare the courtesy. 311 00:25:32,920 --> 00:25:34,480 Yes. 312 00:25:36,000 --> 00:25:39,520 It's a family meal, but you're a guest. 313 00:25:39,520 --> 00:25:41,980 Mr. Pan, here's to you. 314 00:25:41,980 --> 00:25:45,160 Yes, you're right, darling. Come on. Mr. Pan, here's to you. 315 00:25:45,160 --> 00:25:47,870 Thank you, Grand Commandant. Thank you, Mrs. Jia. 316 00:25:54,800 --> 00:25:58,880 Jing was young when our parents passed away. 317 00:25:58,880 --> 00:26:01,470 I brought her up by myself. 318 00:26:01,470 --> 00:26:06,430 An elder sister is like a mother. Jing has always set her sights high. 319 00:26:06,430 --> 00:26:12,070 She's been courted by many princes and young masters, but she just wants to marry you. 320 00:26:12,070 --> 00:26:17,320 You must treat her well, and don't let her down, Mr. Pan. 321 00:26:17,950 --> 00:26:19,800 Don't worry, Mrs. Jia. 322 00:26:19,800 --> 00:26:24,560 There's something I'd like to ask you, Mr. Pan. Can you answer honestly? 323 00:26:25,400 --> 00:26:27,320 Please go ahead, Mrs. Jia. 324 00:26:28,430 --> 00:26:34,710 I've heard rumors that you're involved with a Miss Shangguan. 325 00:26:34,710 --> 00:26:36,560 Is that true? 326 00:26:39,190 --> 00:26:44,280 Yuan, don't buy into those rumors out there. They're all made up by some backstabbers. 327 00:26:44,280 --> 00:26:49,240 If it's just rumors, then why did you fight with her in the Fengya Garden? 328 00:26:49,240 --> 00:26:52,280 Miss Shangguan and I have known each other since we were little. 329 00:26:52,280 --> 00:26:55,880 I'm also close friends with her brother. 330 00:26:55,880 --> 00:26:58,800 That's why our families have been seeing each other more often. 331 00:26:58,800 --> 00:27:01,430 I've explained all this to the princess. 332 00:27:01,430 --> 00:27:06,230 With your experience and wisdom, I'm sure you can tell the facts, Mrs. Jia. 333 00:27:12,470 --> 00:27:16,430 Be it a sister or a friend, 334 00:27:16,430 --> 00:27:19,350 if you are determined to marry Jing, 335 00:27:19,350 --> 00:27:25,430 you can only have her in your heart and eyes from now on. 336 00:27:25,430 --> 00:27:28,830 A gentleman should be prepared for the unexpected, and not be under suspicion. 337 00:27:28,830 --> 00:27:32,110 I'm sure you understand that. 338 00:27:32,110 --> 00:27:38,230 I don't want Jing's life to be the talk of the town. 339 00:27:38,230 --> 00:27:40,560 You should sever your ties with her as soon as possible. 340 00:27:40,560 --> 00:27:46,400 It's better for you and Jing, as well as Miss Shangguan's reputation. 341 00:27:46,400 --> 00:27:48,110 Mr. Pan, what do you think? 342 00:27:48,110 --> 00:27:51,750 Don't worry, Mrs. Jia. I know what to do. 343 00:27:55,000 --> 00:27:57,920 Darling, can I start eating now? 344 00:27:57,920 --> 00:28:01,640 This Osmanthus Steamed Sea Bass will turn fishy if it gets cold. 345 00:28:01,640 --> 00:28:03,310 Come on, look. 346 00:28:03,310 --> 00:28:07,280 Here, here's your favorite sea bass face. 347 00:28:07,280 --> 00:28:08,560 Try it. 348 00:28:22,190 --> 00:28:23,600 Your Highness. 349 00:28:30,230 --> 00:28:34,710 Mr. Pan, I've seen your portraits before. 350 00:28:34,710 --> 00:28:38,830 At the time, I thought this man had a great ambition. 351 00:28:38,830 --> 00:28:44,480 I never thought you'd become Jing's husband. 352 00:28:44,480 --> 00:28:48,280 It's really fate that brings us together. 353 00:28:48,280 --> 00:28:53,110 Grand Commandant, you flatter me. You and your wife are a perfect match. 354 00:28:53,110 --> 00:28:59,560 That's true. When I met her, I was just a humble soldier. 355 00:28:59,560 --> 00:29:03,190 Who would have thought I could marry her? 356 00:29:03,190 --> 00:29:05,880 All right. Why are you talking about this? 357 00:29:05,880 --> 00:29:08,520 That's embarrassing. 358 00:29:08,520 --> 00:29:11,230 - Here, dig in. - Come on, dig in. 359 00:29:11,230 --> 00:29:13,270 Here, Mr. Pan. 360 00:29:21,430 --> 00:29:23,560 Mr. Pan, this way, please. 361 00:29:25,360 --> 00:29:27,830 The princess will get married soon. 362 00:29:27,830 --> 00:29:31,110 Just let the sisters have a few words. 363 00:29:31,110 --> 00:29:36,000 I'll show you around the garden. Let's relax. 364 00:29:36,000 --> 00:29:39,280 I'd like to thank you for helping me out just now. 365 00:29:39,280 --> 00:29:43,000 I hope you won't get offended. That's the way my wife is. 366 00:29:43,000 --> 00:29:45,950 She's actually quite easy to get along with. 367 00:29:45,950 --> 00:29:50,040 But when it comes to the princess, she's overly nervous. 368 00:29:50,040 --> 00:29:54,560 I was afraid you'd argue with her to the end. 369 00:29:54,560 --> 00:29:58,810 She's just worried about the princess. Of course I don't mind. 370 00:29:58,810 --> 00:30:02,110 That's good. But if you're an imperial family member, 371 00:30:02,110 --> 00:30:04,310 you'll be subject to the rules of imperial families. 372 00:30:04,310 --> 00:30:06,470 Things like that are going to happen again. 373 00:30:06,470 --> 00:30:08,640 Can you give me some words of advice? 374 00:30:08,640 --> 00:30:13,720 We can't think of ourselves as husbands. 375 00:30:13,720 --> 00:30:16,450 We have to be gardeners. 376 00:30:17,920 --> 00:30:20,440 - Gardeners? - Yes. 377 00:30:21,160 --> 00:30:26,440 Take care of your wife the way you take care of these delicate flowers. 378 00:30:27,280 --> 00:30:31,340 Get to know their temperaments and preferences. 379 00:30:31,340 --> 00:30:38,013 Don't ask what's right or wrong, just do what she wants. 380 00:30:38,013 --> 00:30:43,310 That's how you can be called a qualified prince consort. 381 00:30:43,310 --> 00:30:47,630 How wise of you. I'm truly enlightened. 382 00:30:48,470 --> 00:30:51,590 Besides, bear this in mind. 383 00:30:51,590 --> 00:30:54,390 There are so many eyes on us. 384 00:30:55,310 --> 00:30:59,830 These people look down on us, openly and secretly. 385 00:30:59,830 --> 00:31:07,360 No matter how capable we are, they still say we're benefiting from our wives. 386 00:31:08,920 --> 00:31:14,440 I didn't think you'd still feel this way after all these years of meritorious service. 387 00:31:16,230 --> 00:31:21,990 I may be the Grand Commandant, but I do nothing more than paperwork for the army. 388 00:31:22,800 --> 00:31:27,590 Since we've married the princesses, and got the glory that doesn't belong to us, 389 00:31:27,590 --> 00:31:34,270 we have no choice but to accept the criticisms uttered behind our backs. 390 00:31:35,190 --> 00:31:40,240 But even with all the grievances, you're still so gentle and considerate to your wife. 391 00:31:40,240 --> 00:31:44,110 I can't thank and love her enough for marrying me. 392 00:31:44,110 --> 00:31:47,000 As for any grievances I may have suffered outside, I'll put up with them. 393 00:31:47,000 --> 00:31:49,150 There's no need to bring them home. 394 00:31:52,160 --> 00:31:53,840 Grand Commandant, watch out! 395 00:32:03,040 --> 00:32:05,070 Mr. Pan! Guards! 396 00:32:05,070 --> 00:32:07,800 Mr. Pan! Mr. Pan! 397 00:32:08,950 --> 00:32:11,400 - Sir! - Hurry! Summon the imperial physician! 398 00:32:11,400 --> 00:32:12,556 Yes! 399 00:32:12,556 --> 00:32:14,110 Mr. Pan! 400 00:32:17,070 --> 00:32:18,160 What's wrong, Young Lady? 401 00:32:18,160 --> 00:32:20,070 I'm fine. 402 00:32:20,070 --> 00:32:23,920 I don't know what's wrong with me today, but I've been feeling restless. 403 00:32:23,920 --> 00:32:27,070 Ling, there's still no letter for me at the door? 404 00:32:27,070 --> 00:32:29,800 I've just asked them. No. 405 00:32:30,520 --> 00:32:31,920 It's already the hour of Xu. 406 00:32:31,920 --> 00:32:35,040 Pan Yue should be back from the meal at the Grand Commandant's Residence. 407 00:32:35,040 --> 00:32:37,190 Young Lady, bad news! 408 00:32:37,190 --> 00:32:41,830 News has just come from the Grand Commandant's Residence that Mr. Pan was ambushed. 409 00:32:41,830 --> 00:32:43,320 What? 410 00:32:51,440 --> 00:32:54,570 You always say that our residence is safe from attack, 411 00:32:54,570 --> 00:32:58,680 but today the assassin had been in our residence to kill. What's going on? 412 00:32:58,680 --> 00:33:04,310 Sorry, Darling. I didn't expect an assassin to be on the roof for the ambush. 413 00:33:04,310 --> 00:33:07,960 Besides, it's been only a few days since Mr. Pan returned to the capital. 414 00:33:07,960 --> 00:33:11,131 I haven't heard of any political rivals of his in the court. 415 00:33:11,131 --> 00:33:14,480 Why would an assassin target him? 416 00:33:15,640 --> 00:33:18,470 - Imperial Physician. - Imperial Physician, how's his injury? 417 00:33:18,470 --> 00:33:22,230 His bleeding has stopped. Fortunately, he's not hurt badly. 418 00:33:22,230 --> 00:33:25,040 Luckily, God has blessed him. 419 00:33:25,040 --> 00:33:29,190 But he still needs a few days of rest and recuperation, in case his wound gets worse. 420 00:33:29,190 --> 00:33:31,860 - Okay. - Thank you, Imperial Physician. 421 00:33:35,260 --> 00:33:37,420 [Grand Commandant's Residence] 422 00:33:43,180 --> 00:33:47,540 [Grand Commandant's Residence] 423 00:33:48,440 --> 00:33:49,930 Ze. 424 00:33:54,470 --> 00:33:56,400 - Miss Yang. - How's Pan Yue doing? 425 00:33:56,400 --> 00:33:58,800 Miss Yang, don't worry. Mr. Pan is all right now. 426 00:33:58,800 --> 00:34:01,190 It's only because he was attacked at the Grand Commandant's Residence 427 00:34:01,190 --> 00:34:02,600 that Mrs. Jia felt sorry for him, 428 00:34:02,600 --> 00:34:05,640 so she'd like to keep him here for a few days. 429 00:34:05,640 --> 00:34:09,010 I'm on my way to Shuyu Abode to get some of his clothes. 430 00:34:09,010 --> 00:34:12,080 I'd like to go in and see him. Can you help me? 431 00:34:12,080 --> 00:34:14,640 Miss Yang, well... 432 00:34:15,910 --> 00:34:17,710 After the assassination of Young Master Pan, 433 00:34:17,710 --> 00:34:21,106 the Grand Commandant's Residence has increased its security, especially Mr. Pan's room. 434 00:34:21,106 --> 00:34:23,670 So it will be guarded at all times. 435 00:34:24,920 --> 00:34:27,560 I think there's someone who can help me. 436 00:34:39,000 --> 00:34:40,630 Your Highness. 437 00:34:40,630 --> 00:34:43,080 I'm going in to see Mr. Pan. 438 00:34:43,080 --> 00:34:44,470 Yes. 439 00:34:44,470 --> 00:34:47,120 Leave me alone. I'll call you if there's anything else. 440 00:34:47,120 --> 00:34:48,640 Yes, Your Highness. 441 00:35:17,150 --> 00:35:19,190 Pan Yue. 442 00:35:19,190 --> 00:35:20,920 Why are you here? 443 00:35:22,337 --> 00:35:24,467 Be careful. I'll help you up. 444 00:35:26,710 --> 00:35:28,600 You're so bold. 445 00:35:28,600 --> 00:35:32,600 If Mrs. Jia sees you, she'll give you a hard time. 446 00:35:32,600 --> 00:35:35,390 I've assured Miss Yang that you're fine, 447 00:35:35,390 --> 00:35:37,870 but she insisted on seeing you before she can rest assured. 448 00:35:37,870 --> 00:35:41,000 Besides, at this moment, I don't think there's any cure 449 00:35:41,000 --> 00:35:42,710 that works better than seeing Miss Yang yourself. 450 00:35:42,710 --> 00:35:46,280 Since I'm already here, do you still want to drive me away? 451 00:35:46,280 --> 00:35:50,280 How do you feel now? Does it hurt? 452 00:35:50,280 --> 00:35:54,470 It hurt a lot just now. But it stops hurting now. 453 00:35:54,470 --> 00:35:58,160 Thank you, Your Highness. I'm cured now. 454 00:35:58,950 --> 00:36:01,840 It's not a good time for jokes. 455 00:36:03,430 --> 00:36:07,470 Oh, right. Who tried to assassinate you today? 456 00:36:12,670 --> 00:36:14,510 It was Zhuo Lanjiang. 457 00:36:15,430 --> 00:36:18,600 - Jiang? - Listen to me. 458 00:36:19,230 --> 00:36:23,390 When the sword came, there was no way I could dodge it. 459 00:36:23,390 --> 00:36:25,190 If he had really wanted to kill me, 460 00:36:25,190 --> 00:36:29,430 with Jiang's skills, there's no way I could survive it. 461 00:36:29,430 --> 00:36:34,360 So I don't think he really wanted to kill me. 462 00:36:34,360 --> 00:36:38,280 You mean Jiang was forced to do it? 463 00:36:38,280 --> 00:36:40,190 Yes. 464 00:36:40,190 --> 00:36:43,800 There's a good chance that he left without saying goodbye 465 00:36:43,800 --> 00:36:45,390 in order to infiltrate the mastermind behind the operation. 466 00:36:45,390 --> 00:36:50,621 This assassination is a retaliation for the trouble we caused at Shiluo Garden, 467 00:36:50,621 --> 00:36:53,190 and a test of his loyalty. 468 00:36:54,080 --> 00:36:58,560 Jiang wants to avenge his father's death, so he takes such risks. 469 00:36:58,560 --> 00:37:00,280 Oh, right. 470 00:37:00,280 --> 00:37:02,910 A few days ago, Mr. Zhang was assassinated on the outskirts of the city. 471 00:37:02,910 --> 00:37:06,150 The assassin was a young man with a sword. 472 00:37:06,150 --> 00:37:09,840 I think that might be Zhuo Lanjiang. 473 00:37:11,190 --> 00:37:15,230 He must be in a very precarious situation. 474 00:37:19,280 --> 00:37:23,040 I failed to take Pan Yue's life due to my incompetence. 475 00:37:23,040 --> 00:37:24,880 Please forgive me, Master. 476 00:37:27,960 --> 00:37:33,826 I remember when you killed Mr. Zhang, he was guarded by many men. 477 00:37:33,826 --> 00:37:36,470 However, you killed him effortlessly. 478 00:37:36,470 --> 00:37:39,800 Why did you fail this time? 479 00:37:39,800 --> 00:37:42,000 I sparred with Pan Yue in Heyang before. 480 00:37:42,000 --> 00:37:45,560 He knew my sword moves, so he could dodge my attack. 481 00:37:45,560 --> 00:37:48,560 Master, please give me one more chance. 482 00:37:49,950 --> 00:37:52,000 Whatever. 483 00:37:52,000 --> 00:37:53,990 You tried your best. 484 00:37:54,600 --> 00:37:59,080 This time, he's just lucky to have survived it. We'll find another chance after this. 485 00:37:59,080 --> 00:38:00,950 Thank you for the impunity, Master. 486 00:38:00,950 --> 00:38:03,150 Take him to his room. 487 00:38:03,150 --> 00:38:07,360 From now on, he's one of us. 488 00:38:07,360 --> 00:38:08,710 Yes. 489 00:38:21,670 --> 00:38:25,470 So Mr. Chen has been hiding here all along. 490 00:38:34,960 --> 00:38:38,040 This is your room. Don't go out without an order. 491 00:38:38,040 --> 00:38:39,400 Noted. 492 00:39:12,950 --> 00:39:15,360 He doesn't fully trust me yet. 493 00:39:15,360 --> 00:39:19,230 I have to wait for the right moment to strike. 494 00:39:20,540 --> 00:39:25,950 [Grand Commandant's Residence] 495 00:39:25,950 --> 00:39:29,230 Mr. Pan, stay here and recuperate. 496 00:39:29,230 --> 00:39:33,760 You got injured in my residence. It was caused by our negligence. 497 00:39:33,760 --> 00:39:38,630 You're leaving when you're just a little bit better. Are you blaming us? 498 00:39:38,630 --> 00:39:40,800 Grand Commandant, don't say that. 499 00:39:40,800 --> 00:39:43,000 It's thanks to the timely treatment of my injury 500 00:39:43,000 --> 00:39:48,150 at your residence that I've recovered so well. 501 00:39:48,150 --> 00:39:52,520 But there are still a lot of things to be arranged for the wedding. 502 00:39:52,520 --> 00:39:55,880 I'm afraid it's not appropriate, for me to keep staying here. 503 00:39:56,600 --> 00:40:00,360 - But... - Quan, Yuan, just listen to him. 504 00:40:00,360 --> 00:40:02,190 I'll take good care of him. 505 00:40:02,190 --> 00:40:06,430 You've not even got married yet. But you're already defending him. 506 00:40:06,430 --> 00:40:08,230 Yuan. 507 00:40:10,470 --> 00:40:14,120 - All right. - I'll see him out now. 508 00:40:32,840 --> 00:40:34,280 I've asked someone to go to the Ministry of Personnel, 509 00:40:34,280 --> 00:40:36,190 to investigate the household registrations of all the officials. 510 00:40:36,190 --> 00:40:39,600 If there's any news, I'll inform you right away. 511 00:40:39,600 --> 00:40:40,880 Okay. 512 00:41:04,960 --> 00:41:13,120 ♫ Like the dew, we wait for the glimmer of light to greet the morning ♫ 513 00:41:13,120 --> 00:41:20,280 ♫ How many looks do we need to affirm each other? ♫ 514 00:41:20,280 --> 00:41:24,000 ♫ It's sincerity that fools me ♫ 515 00:41:24,000 --> 00:41:28,300 ♫ But it's seriousness that traps you ♫ 516 00:41:28,300 --> 00:41:35,040 ♫ The depth of the past is best left unexplored ♫ 517 00:41:35,040 --> 00:41:38,700 ♫ How many more falls do I have to experience ♫ 518 00:41:38,700 --> 00:41:42,680 ♫ Before I can face love and hatred with grace? ♫ 519 00:41:42,680 --> 00:41:46,060 ♫ Don't ask if it's a moment ♫ 520 00:41:46,060 --> 00:41:49,780 ♫ Of liberation or cowardice to let go ♫ 521 00:41:49,780 --> 00:41:54,180 ♫ Perhaps it's a misstep into your heart, it's a hasty feeling ♫ 522 00:41:54,180 --> 00:41:57,860 ♫ It's an unwillingness to be just a passer-by with you ♫ 523 00:41:57,860 --> 00:42:02,080 ♫ Even if I were to die after a few intense struggles ♫ 524 00:42:02,080 --> 00:42:05,180 ♫ I would have lived a life worth living ♫ 525 00:42:05,180 --> 00:42:09,700 ♫ If grasses and trees are sharp blades, if mountains and waters are temples ♫ 526 00:42:09,700 --> 00:42:13,020 ♫ It's good to be alive even for a short moment ♫ 527 00:42:13,020 --> 00:42:16,860 ♫ I wish I could be worthy of the thoughts ♫ 528 00:42:16,860 --> 00:42:23,940 ♫ And I wish I could be worthy of the love ♫ 529 00:42:23,940 --> 00:42:28,420 ♫ Perhaps it's a misstep into your heart, it's a hasty feeling ♫ 530 00:42:28,420 --> 00:42:32,060 ♫ It's an unwillingness to be just a passer-by with you ♫ 531 00:42:32,060 --> 00:42:36,320 ♫ Even if I were to die after a few intense struggles ♫ 532 00:42:36,320 --> 00:42:39,280 ♫ I would have lived a life worth living ♫ 533 00:42:39,280 --> 00:42:43,900 ♫ If grasses and trees are sharp blades, if mountains and waters are temples ♫ 534 00:42:43,900 --> 00:42:47,440 ♫ It's good to be alive even for a short moment ♫ 535 00:42:47,440 --> 00:42:51,280 ♫ I wish I could be worthy of the thoughts ♫ 536 00:42:51,280 --> 00:42:58,560 ♫ And I wish I could be worthy of the love ♫ 537 00:42:59,560 --> 00:43:07,560 ♫ Be worthy of this love ♫