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♪Shrugging off past burdens♪

♪Beneath the mask, who am I?♪

♪Release and find wider shores♪

♪Love's a riddle, and rain pours heavy♪

♪Crossed paths, now downward fall♪

♪From dust arises starlight's spark♪

♪Tearing through the night's dense blockade♪

♪Heart's flame illuminates all solitude♪

♪Let time's sails drift endlessly♪

♪Through wandering exile♪

♪Breaking free from the cocoon, I start anew♪

♪Moon as song, life as flame♪

♪Nameless heart clings fiercely♪

♪Let me♪

♪Charge toward the next raging river♪

♪Moon darts, snow falls♪

♪We tread rugged paths to reunite♪

♪Hands held tight♪

♪We forever live for love's sake♪

♪Shadow's spear burns fiercely♪

=Legend of The Female General=

That's all

for today.

Remember

to review what you've learned.

Tomorrow,

I will personally test you.

Understood.

He always wears a mask.

What's wrong with him?

You'll know.

(Huainanzi)

Give it back!

Come take it back.

Come on!

Come get it.

Come on.

Come on.

You can't get it.

You can't get it.

Give it back!

Give it back!

Let's go.

Thanks.

Short and dumb.

I wonder

how you got in.

You eat more at night.

Xianchang Academy

doesn't select me by height.

Besides,

I'm not dumb.

=Episode 3=

Bye, Commander Xiao.

It's you again.

(Xiao)

He's doing great today.

He doesn't lag behind.

When fighting me yesterday,

he wasn't weak at all.

So, he's been pretending.

Seems we need a more enticing bait.

Let's see

when his true colors emerge.

Since you've doubted

He Yan's identity,

why stay quiet?

When fighting him,

I sensed his physical weakness,

yet his moves flowed effortlessly.

Clearly, he's not an amateur.

He's slippery.

Without solid evidence,

he won't confess.

Our task

is to expose his flaws openly.

Shen Han.

Do something for me.

Yes.

- Let me help you. - Move.

Come on!

(Jiuqi Camp)

So impressive!

If I could

be as brave as them,

that'd be great.

Who are they?

Why so valiant?

Jiuqi Camp.

Jiuqi Camp?

What's that?

You don't know?

It was founded by Marshal Xiao.

It accepts elite warriors only.

All in black armor.

They're invincible,

the core force of Xiao Army.

All enemies fear them.

Why's everyone

suddenly talking about them?

Someone

started it.

But no one

would refuse joining, right?

(They're talking about Jiuqi Camp.)

(Could it be planned?)

(Xiao Jue noticed something)

(during last night's fight.)

(He set a bait)

(to hook me.)

(Baiting me?)

(I'll play along)

(and join the camp.)

(I will do it honorably,)

(flawlessly.)

(Who's bait? Who's prey?)

(Game's still on.)

Mr. Shen.

Mr. Shen.

Zoning out?

Mr. Shen.

Work harder,

and you can join them too.

They're so formidable.

I'm joining them.

Don't rush to join them

just because of that.

They often spearhead the frontlines,

where casualties

remain alarmingly high.

That's perfect then.

They need fresh recruits.

I need military merits.

If I join the Jiuqi Camp,

it's win-win.

We do

select one recruit annually.

However,

it must be the most outstanding candidate.

This year,

save yourselves the trouble.

The best candidate is

right before you.

Good.

I'll be watching your performance.

He.

Come quick!

Look, meat flatbreads.

That flatbread

is mine.

Yours?

Call its name

and see if it answers you.

Who can prove this is yours?

I'm eating it.

What can you do?

What can I do about it?

You...

You...

Yes.

I did it.

Who can verify that?

What can you do about it?

You...

Want a fight?

Fine.

Wait for me after training.

I'll make you pay.

Enough, He.

Don't stoop to his level.

Since he took my food once,

he might do it again.

If he takes my food daily,

should I starve

every single day?

That is

so not fair.

Are you talking with me

about fairness?

With your weakness,

you won't

survive a month here.

Not even a month.

No need to wait.

In ten days,

at training field,

I'll defeat you in archery,

your best skill.

Are you crazy?

You understand your own words?

Which part

did you not hear?

Let me repeat myself.

In ten days,

I will defeat you.

Pretty boy,

you're very bold.

Alright.

That's a bold wager.

- Yes. - Good.

If you lose,

you'll become an army cook.

Deal.

But if you lose,

you'll call me boss.

Don't humiliate yourself.

In ten days,

I'll challenge you to a spear duel.

Do you dare to accept it?

Since you're so reckless,

I'll play along.

Good.

In ten days,

we'll compete.

How dare you!

- Commander. - Commander.

Brawling right after joining the army?

Have you no respect for discipline?

It's okay.

He wants to join the Jiuqi Camp.

I'll see

if he's qualified.

♪I've seen the mountains♪

♪And trodden through ice♪

♪Day after day, I venture alone♪

♪Destiny is my creed♪

♪Ideals surge beneath the surface♪

♪Igniting the flame against the winds♪

♪A restless yearning in my soul♪

♪Gazing through the mire♪

♪Who cares about this boundless void♪

♪Charge ahead with blazing fervor♪

♪Stubbornly fighting with my life♪

♪Soaring across the world's expanse♪

♪There must always be a longing♪

♪Disregard the wounds to seek the light♪

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪Chasing the light within my heart♪

♪Burying frailty, embracing life through death♪

♪You'll meet gazes where storms brew♪

♪With our unwavering true love, brave the world with me♪

You work so hard,

yet you're still weak.

The sneaky person at the bathing pool

was you, right?

A while ago,

I was exhausted from training.

So, I went to bathe to relax.

The person who was bathing that night

was actually you.

However,

I panicked and fled recklessly

that night.

I hope you won't blame me.

You panicked?

Sure, I did.

You're suspicious

and a liar.

What's your real intention?

I want a trainer.

What?

No offense,

but please train me, Commander.

What makes you think

I'll train you?

Otherwise, did you

come out so late at night

to ambush a recruit for fun?

I know

you're concerned about me.

You think

I have potential.

Practice needs a partner.

Practicing alone

won't work out.

If you train me,

I'm certain I'll make great progress.

Quite cheeky.

If you can resist ten strikes

in a circle,

I'll train you.

Deal.

Can't even hold it.

Why should I train you?

I...

Commander.

Ten strikes done.

I'm still in.

My fault.

Accidentally,

I offended you.

Commander.

A promise

is a promise.

You can't go back on it.

Breaking a promise

is a disgrace.

Commander.

Every night, Xu hour.

Thank you.

Thank you, master.

This is your first lesson.

Remember your words.

If you can't win,

get out of Yezhou Garrison.

Since you're using the Jiuqi Camp as bait,

I'll absolutely

take this chance.

I'll certainly use you

to succeed.

He learned quite quickly.

(Commander.)

(A promise)

(is a promise.)

(You can't go back on it.)

(Breaking a promise)

(is a disgrace.)

I never agreed to anything.

I've mastered the techniques,

yet he shows no concern.

It's not good.

I must make him

witness my progress.

Commander.

Are you there?

Qinglang.

Long time no see.

(I once asked a swordsmith)

to forge two swords.

One is named Yinqiu.

I gave that to Huaijin

when he came of age.

This one

is named Qinglang.

Today,

I'll give it to you.

Father.

Why did you give him Qinglang?

This sword is valuable.

I can't take it.

Constant effort

brings success.

Someday,

you two will become

the twin stars of Wei,

working together.

Wielding swords

to defend our land

and protect people.

Take it.

I will not

betray your trust.

You're unworthy of this Qinglang Sword

from my father.

It's quite a sharp sword.

It's rare to see.

So, I couldn't help

touching it.

Commander.

You're magnanimous.

You won't blame me, will you?

The sword you're holding

is quite great too!

Why did you come to my tent?

I've practiced diligently

and mastered what you taught me.

Aren't you going to check on me?

I'm busy.

Come.

I knew

you were responsible.

Bet on Wang Ba.

Quick! Tell me!

Who to bet on?

On Wang Ba.

- On Wang Ba. - Me too.

And you?

Jiang Jiao.

Jiang Jiao? Two on Jiang Jiao?

(Jiang Jiao, He Yan, Wang Ba) Three flatbreads?

I'm all in!

My bet's on Wang Ba.

Great!

- Wang Ba! - One!

- On Jiang Jiao? - Six!

- Jiang Jiao! - Jiang Jiao!

(Wang Ba) Five on Jiang.

Who's got flatbreads left?

Six on Wang Ba.

- And you? - Jiang Jiao!

You note it all down?

(He Yan) Of course.

(Someone actually bet)

(on He Yan earlier than me.)

Guys!

Listen,

I am

betting ten flatbreads

(Jiang Jiao, He Yan, Wang Ba) on He Yan.

- What? - Sir.

Are you sure?

Absolutely!

Very impressive, Mr. Cheng.

He's never short on flatbreads.

Place your bets! Quickly!

Wang Ba!

- Wang Ba! - Go!

Wang Ba, come on!

Wang Ba, come on!

You'll win.

- You'll win. - Wang Ba will win!

- He! - Wang Ba!

Go for it!

Show your skills!

Go, Wang Ba!

Wang Ba!

Wang Ba, come on!

Wang Ba, come on!

Wang Ba!

Show your skills!

You'll win!

Wang Ba!

Go for it, He!

Wang Ba!

Go for it, He!

He!

Wang Ba!

Go for it, He!

You'll win!

Lei Hou.

You bet on me?

I didn't bet on anyone.

Hey.

Change your mind now,

or you'll humiliate yourself.

Exactly!

Give it up!

So funny.

I was about to say the same.

You'll regret it.

Wang Ba!

You'll win!

Wang Ba, come on!

You'll win!

Wang Ba, come on!

Wang Ba, come on!

Wang Ba won!

Impressive!

Wang Ba won.

Awesome!

Wang Ba won!

Impressive.

Give it up!

Give it up!

Give it up!

- Give it up! - Be quiet!

You're humiliating yourself.

Exactly.

Indeed.

Give it up!

Give it up!

Look at him.

I knew it.

He's bound to lose.

Give it up!

Give it up!

Give it up!

Get out of here.

Well...

Pierced right through!

Quite strong.

Is he that skilled?

- Well... - Precise and powerful.

He's pretty strong.

Congrats!

Among these recruits,

you've got a capable heroine.

No,

a capable hero.

Both Wang Ba and He Yan

are doing great.

Credit goes to Mr. Shen.

Not really, Mr. Cheng.

I can't claim the credit.

Commander Xiao's

training methods work.

My discerning eyes

never misjudge talent.

Remember our wager?

No backing out.

Mr. Shen.

Who's your pick?

Wang Ba

has potential.

He was a bandit

and a rebel.

But he's good

at archery.

He Yan

works hard.

He's mild-tempered.

A few years later,

he'll become

the best of the recruits.

You've misjudged, Mr. Shen.

The rebellious one

isn't Wang Ba.

But He Yan

is getting more interesting.

After your rest,

- let's... - I'm rested.

Let's begin.

- Go! - You can do it!

- Jiang Jiao, go for it! - Go!

Go for it!

- Come on! - You can do it!

Good!

Excellent!

Keep going!

Go for it!

Amazing!

Go for it!

Bravo!

Splendid!

Who won?

(Given his strength,)

(is he actually a recruit?)

Why

is He just defending?

Faster! Quicker!

One more strike to beat him!

(He's testing me.)

That dodge

was so good.

Commander.

He Yan's evasive maneuver is

like yours.

Yet he failed

to dodge your stone?

He chose not to dodge.

(No weapons)

(can defeat)

(spears.)

He Yan!

Few people are skilled at spear.

But once they do,

they will not

fear all other weapons.

Well done!

This Jiang Jiao is useless.

Unbelievable.

Pretty boy.

What?

A bet's a bet.

Boss.

Oh, right.

I almost forgot.

There's someone else

who needs to call me boss.

Wang Ba.

It's your turn.

You're not trying to back out, are you?

Move aside!

B-Bo...

You can...

Boss.

You heard me.

Sure, I did.

I just never expected

you'd actually do it.

As a real man...

That's it.

I did it.

Stop looking!

Get out of here!

Get out of here!

Let's go.

- Get out of here. - Go.

Let's train harder.

I lost the bet,

but I watched a good match.

Sure.

Let's go.

Commander.

Commander.

You forgot this.

You did well.

Keep it.

I'll remember

your kindness forever.

Coming!

Flatbreads.

Guys! Listen up!

Thanks to Mr. He,

I won the bet

in today's match.

Tonight,

it's my treat.

Just help yourselves.

What are you waiting for?

All of us

should thank Mr. Cheng.

Thank you, Mr. Cheng.

Thank you, Mr. Cheng.

Let's eat!

Let's eat!

Smells good!

I know

I am good-looking.

However,

you staring so boldly at me

is making me

feel rather uncomfortable.

Mr. Cheng.

You're overthinking.

I doubt

the flatbreads you won

are enough for us.

This is my way of repaying you.

You may lose more than you gain.

It's worth it.

Bring the soup if it's ready.

Great!

Smells so good.

Smells so good.

Exactly! Where are the bowls?

- Give me a bowl. - Thanks, Mr. Cheng!

The soup is served.

Your title as Yezhou's top warrior

might be in jeopardy.

Mr. He

has trained hard this month.

That's why he shocked everyone today.

Both of us

stop being jealous.

Mr. He.

Congrats!

Thanks, Mr. Lei.

Commander.

At the training field,

you said

he chose not to dodge. What did you mean?

I used the Jiuqi Camp as bait

to lure him to duel.

While he was overwhelmed,

I secretly acted

to force him to reveal some flaw.

Unexpectedly,

he actually

discerned my intention.

So, he didn't dodge.

He's not only resilient,

but also clever.

He's a formidable opponent.

Anyway,

He Yan

is definitely up to no good.

Shall I go arrest him first?

No rush.

So, you already have a plan?

These new recruits

have been training

for a full month.

It's time for their competition.

Then

the truth will reveal itself.

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪I've seen the mountains♪

♪And trodden through ice♪

♪Day after day, I venture alone♪

♪Destiny is my creed♪

♪Ideals surge beneath the surface♪

♪Igniting the flame against the winds♪

♪A restless yearning in my soul♪

♪Gazing through the mire♪

♪Who cares about this boundless void♪

♪Charge ahead with blazing fervor♪

♪Stubbornly fighting with my life♪

♪Soaring across the world's expanse♪

♪There must always be a longing♪

♪Disregard the wounds to seek the light♪

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪Chasing the light within my heart♪

♪Burying frailty, embracing life through death♪

♪You'll meet gazes where storms brew♪

♪With our unwavering true love, brave the world with me♪

♪Soaring across the world's expanse♪

♪There must always be a longing♪

♪Disregard the wounds to seek the light♪

♪Light shines upon my heart♪

♪Unveiling scars, I choose to swim upstream♪

♪The resonance of courage rings loud and clear♪

♪It's the boldness that defines existence♪

♪Chasing the light within my heart♪

♪Burying frailty, embracing life through death♪

♪You'll meet gazes where storms brew♪

♪With our unwavering true love, brave the world with me♪