1 00:04:11,500 --> 00:04:13,820 Yet Marquis Muyang has the Eight Evils in his faction, 2 00:04:14,220 --> 00:04:16,620 Zhou Chengxiang, Wen Zhong, and Lv Cheng 3 00:04:16,620 --> 00:04:18,620 are now captured and executed. 4 00:04:18,620 --> 00:04:20,700 That Лу Чанфу would be dead soon. 5 00:04:20,940 --> 00:04:23,180 Then, do we still kill the others? 6 00:04:23,220 --> 00:04:26,540 All who have owed a debt of blood certainly deserve death. 7 00:04:26,740 --> 00:04:28,060 Are you sure? 8 00:04:29,260 --> 00:04:33,180 If we killed Лу Чанфу, Marquis Muyang will surely retaliate. 9 00:04:35,470 --> 00:04:37,540 Considering the state of Prince Ding's house before, 10 00:04:37,540 --> 00:04:38,780 and my circumstances now, 11 00:04:39,860 --> 00:04:41,220 why fear his retaliation? 12 00:04:42,180 --> 00:04:43,620 Your circumstances now? 13 00:04:44,460 --> 00:04:45,740 You are married, 14 00:04:46,260 --> 00:04:47,740 and have a Princess Consort. 15 00:04:52,060 --> 00:04:52,940 Ye Li. 16 00:04:53,300 --> 00:04:54,700 You're free to go now. 17 00:04:58,660 --> 00:04:59,580 To where? 18 00:05:00,140 --> 00:05:01,100 Anywhere you like. 19 00:05:02,140 --> 00:05:04,260 You married me just to leave Lishan. 20 00:05:04,940 --> 00:05:07,700 Now, we've been married awhile. 21 00:05:07,940 --> 00:05:09,300 I could tell the Empress Dowager 22 00:05:10,260 --> 00:05:11,260 that you and I 23 00:05:11,500 --> 00:05:12,580 cannot get along well 24 00:05:13,020 --> 00:05:14,180 and plead for a divorce. 25 00:05:15,020 --> 00:05:17,860 You could return to the Ye Mansion or leave the capital. 26 00:05:18,460 --> 00:05:20,980 Go to anywhere you desire. 27 00:05:28,940 --> 00:05:29,820 Why stare at me? 28 00:05:31,500 --> 00:05:33,540 You seem strange today. 29 00:05:34,260 --> 00:05:35,540 Always urge me to leave, 30 00:05:36,220 --> 00:05:37,820 even saying any place will do. 31 00:05:39,260 --> 00:05:40,340 Are you planning rebellion? 32 00:05:40,620 --> 00:05:41,540 Nonsense! 33 00:05:45,700 --> 00:05:46,620 I just mean well. 34 00:05:47,420 --> 00:05:49,820 Then, drink this soup up. 35 00:05:50,460 --> 00:05:52,180 Or I have to rewarm it when it cools. 36 00:06:02,500 --> 00:06:05,940 If you're doing this to repay my life-saving grace in the desert, 37 00:06:07,700 --> 00:06:09,540 those pastries you gave me in the prison cart 38 00:06:10,340 --> 00:06:11,500 have repaid it. 39 00:06:12,260 --> 00:06:13,620 After all, without the pastries, 40 00:06:14,780 --> 00:06:16,300 I wouldn't survive the prison life. 41 00:06:19,500 --> 00:06:20,540 You remember me? 42 00:06:21,620 --> 00:06:24,420 You never mentioned it. I thought you'd forgotten. 43 00:06:24,860 --> 00:06:26,140 On our wedding day, 44 00:06:26,300 --> 00:06:28,580 you said "Nice to meet you." 45 00:06:30,260 --> 00:06:31,620 Wasn't it you who'd forgotten? 46 00:06:35,260 --> 00:06:36,940 When did you remember me? 47 00:06:37,780 --> 00:06:39,380 Did you recognize me right away, 48 00:06:39,980 --> 00:06:41,260 or did it come to you later? 49 00:06:45,420 --> 00:06:46,900 I'm talking to you about the divorce. 50 00:06:46,900 --> 00:06:48,540 What I'm asking is also important. 51 00:06:54,860 --> 00:06:56,540 Since we both want to ask the other first, 52 00:06:57,060 --> 00:06:58,500 why not let the fate decide? 53 00:07:01,940 --> 00:07:04,340 If the characters "Xide Tongbao" land facing up, 54 00:07:04,780 --> 00:07:05,700 I'll do it your way 55 00:07:06,020 --> 00:07:07,380 and talk about the divorce. 56 00:07:08,940 --> 00:07:10,420 But if the coin comes down tails, 57 00:07:10,460 --> 00:07:11,580 then you'll do my way. 58 00:07:11,860 --> 00:07:14,620 Let's talk about when you remembered me. 59 00:07:26,980 --> 00:07:27,620 Alright. 60 00:07:28,020 --> 00:07:29,260 Then let's follow the fate. 61 00:07:30,060 --> 00:07:33,140 We'll talk about the past first, then the divorce. 62 00:07:38,540 --> 00:07:41,100 Tell me, when did you remember me? 63 00:08:02,100 --> 00:08:03,740 Five watches at the Yin hour. 64 00:08:03,980 --> 00:08:05,900 Sleep early, rise early. 65 00:08:05,980 --> 00:08:07,980 Care for your health. 66 00:08:09,680 --> 00:08:15,150 (Lu Mansion) 67 00:08:17,620 --> 00:08:19,920 (Three quarters past the Yin hour is the court session.) 68 00:08:20,140 --> 00:08:22,740 From Chongren Lane, via Yanximen Street, to the imperial city. 69 00:08:23,700 --> 00:08:25,100 In such a long route, 70 00:08:25,260 --> 00:08:28,180 no matter how cautious, one will reveal weak spots. 71 00:08:28,180 --> 00:08:29,580 We could set an ambush ahead. 72 00:08:29,660 --> 00:08:31,460 When he passes, we'll unleash the bolts, 73 00:08:31,540 --> 00:08:33,460 ensuring his death. 74 00:08:33,860 --> 00:08:34,620 Difficult. 75 00:08:35,140 --> 00:08:36,060 Do you know? 76 00:08:36,140 --> 00:08:38,540 Лу Чанфу's carriage is no ordinary carriage. 77 00:08:38,860 --> 00:08:39,940 (It seems mundane,) 78 00:08:40,140 --> 00:08:41,100 (but actually,) 79 00:08:41,140 --> 00:08:43,380 (inside is layers of elm wood sandwiching fine steel.) 80 00:08:43,460 --> 00:08:46,260 (Furthermore, it's guarded by experts.) 81 00:08:46,900 --> 00:08:48,380 We could take action, 82 00:08:48,460 --> 00:08:49,860 but if that strike fails, 83 00:08:50,300 --> 00:08:52,020 it will only make him vigilant. 84 00:08:52,220 --> 00:08:54,420 It won't be easy to strike again. 85 00:09:19,980 --> 00:09:20,460 (Danque Gate) 86 00:09:20,460 --> 00:09:22,820 (From Daming Palace's Longwei Path to Danque Gate,) 87 00:09:23,260 --> 00:09:24,740 (officials disarm and enter on foot.) 88 00:09:25,060 --> 00:09:28,300 (Within Imperial Palace, Лу Чанфу cannot bring any guards.) 89 00:09:28,780 --> 00:09:29,900 (Once the court adjourns,) 90 00:09:30,020 --> 00:09:32,460 (it's time for the imperial guards changing shifts.) 91 00:09:33,180 --> 00:09:35,300 (Besides, the security here is weak.) 92 00:09:35,860 --> 00:09:37,780 Perfect for killing him. 93 00:09:38,060 --> 00:09:38,830 Good. 94 00:09:39,100 --> 00:09:39,900 Then our people 95 00:09:40,180 --> 00:09:41,420 set ambush atop tall buildings. 96 00:10:00,460 --> 00:10:01,300 Lord Lu. 97 00:10:01,300 --> 00:10:02,100 Good. 98 00:10:03,020 --> 00:10:03,700 Good. 99 00:10:03,920 --> 00:10:04,620 Good. 100 00:10:04,620 --> 00:10:05,820 Congrats! 101 00:10:05,820 --> 00:10:07,020 Military Governor Lu. 102 00:10:07,860 --> 00:10:09,260 Congrats, Military Governor Lu! 103 00:10:09,260 --> 00:10:10,460 Congrats... 104 00:10:10,660 --> 00:10:11,260 No. 105 00:10:11,260 --> 00:10:13,420 Military Governor Lu. 106 00:10:59,120 --> 00:11:00,140 (Лу Чанфу) 107 00:11:28,980 --> 00:11:30,820 Right. Someone from Ye family came, 108 00:11:31,060 --> 00:11:33,180 asking you to go attend the reunion banquet 109 00:11:33,380 --> 00:11:34,740 for Madam's birthday next month. 110 00:11:40,380 --> 00:11:41,420 Reunion banquet? 111 00:11:46,020 --> 00:11:46,820 Your Majesty. 112 00:11:46,860 --> 00:11:47,660 Empress Dowager. 113 00:11:47,820 --> 00:11:50,500 Marquis Muyang is unwell, so absent today. 114 00:11:56,700 --> 00:11:59,500 In capital region, four high ministers have fallen consecutively. 115 00:11:59,740 --> 00:12:03,100 Jingzhao Prefecture has investigated tirelessly, but found nothing. 116 00:12:03,100 --> 00:12:03,820 I am 117 00:12:04,260 --> 00:12:05,940 too ashamed to hold this position. 118 00:12:06,100 --> 00:12:08,340 Punish me, Your Majesty. 119 00:12:10,020 --> 00:12:12,300 Magistrate Gongshu, don't say that. 120 00:12:12,660 --> 00:12:14,100 Bandits rise all over. 121 00:12:14,540 --> 00:12:15,900 First, they killed Yuan Fang. 122 00:12:16,100 --> 00:12:17,740 Then, they slew four ministers. 123 00:12:17,820 --> 00:12:19,100 Their ferocity is evident. 124 00:12:19,260 --> 00:12:21,300 Magistrate Gongshu, how could you prevent it? 125 00:12:21,820 --> 00:12:23,300 I cannot blame you alone. 126 00:12:23,540 --> 00:12:25,860 You've been in charge of Jingzhao Prefecture for six years, 127 00:12:25,940 --> 00:12:27,820 and righted thirty-six wrongful convictions. 128 00:12:27,940 --> 00:12:29,940 Both Mother and I are well aware of this. 129 00:12:30,020 --> 00:12:31,940 Never mention the punishment again. 130 00:12:32,340 --> 00:12:33,460 Mother, what do you think? 131 00:12:34,860 --> 00:12:36,420 You speak truth. 132 00:12:39,540 --> 00:12:42,340 Thank you for your grace and kindness. 133 00:12:46,820 --> 00:12:47,620 Your Majesty. 134 00:12:48,340 --> 00:12:49,100 Empress Dowager. 135 00:12:49,300 --> 00:12:51,740 Huaixi is the key to control the Jianghuai region. 136 00:12:51,900 --> 00:12:54,340 With Military Governor Лу Чанфу now dead, 137 00:12:54,340 --> 00:12:57,660 I suggest to fill role with talent soon. 138 00:12:58,540 --> 00:13:00,100 Any recommendation? 139 00:13:07,060 --> 00:13:08,340 I have a candidate to recommend. 140 00:13:09,260 --> 00:13:12,140 I believe Gongshu Yang suits this position. 141 00:13:12,540 --> 00:13:14,700 In Xide's Fifth Year, chaos broke out in Huaizhou Army. 142 00:13:14,700 --> 00:13:16,830 He was once the Magistrate of Jingzhao Prefecture, 143 00:13:16,830 --> 00:13:18,340 overseeing the grain shipment there. 144 00:13:18,500 --> 00:13:21,700 He shattered thirteen bands of water bandits, truly a capable officer. 145 00:13:22,420 --> 00:13:25,020 Minister Gongshu truly boasts notable achievements. 146 00:13:25,660 --> 00:13:27,460 Moreover, he was elevated by Mother. 147 00:13:27,460 --> 00:13:28,540 He is a man of honor. 148 00:13:28,940 --> 00:13:30,340 Though Huaixi is perilous today, 149 00:13:30,700 --> 00:13:33,620 it precisely requires a devoted minister like him. 150 00:13:34,260 --> 00:13:35,460 What do you think, Mother? 151 00:13:37,300 --> 00:13:39,100 Makes sense. 152 00:13:39,740 --> 00:13:42,580 Minister Gongshu, will you accept this appointment? 153 00:13:45,580 --> 00:13:46,380 I 154 00:13:46,660 --> 00:13:47,460 accept. 155 00:13:48,260 --> 00:13:51,060 I'll do whatever you say, Your Majesties. 156 00:13:51,740 --> 00:13:52,500 Good. 157 00:13:53,100 --> 00:13:53,940 Draft an edict. 158 00:13:57,020 --> 00:13:58,220 - Yes. - Yes. 159 00:13:59,300 --> 00:14:01,070 Promote Gongshu Yang from Jingzhao Prefecture 160 00:14:01,070 --> 00:14:02,700 to Honorary Minister of War, 161 00:14:02,820 --> 00:14:05,340 and appoint him as Military Governor of Huaixi. 162 00:14:05,700 --> 00:14:07,140 Bestow upon him Linfu Golden Armor. 163 00:14:07,140 --> 00:14:08,940 In three days, he departs to assume office. 164 00:14:10,140 --> 00:14:11,260 Thank you, Your Majesty. 165 00:14:13,900 --> 00:14:14,700 Your Majesty, 166 00:14:15,300 --> 00:14:18,300 as Magistrate Gongshu rises to become Military Governor of Huaixi, 167 00:14:18,460 --> 00:14:20,420 we need a new Magistrate of Jingzhao Prefecture. 168 00:14:20,740 --> 00:14:22,660 It also requires a suitable candidate. 169 00:14:23,140 --> 00:14:24,860 You speak well. 170 00:14:25,700 --> 00:14:28,700 I think in these times of rampant banditry, 171 00:14:28,940 --> 00:14:30,670 the successor must have military experience 172 00:14:30,670 --> 00:14:32,420 to intimidate such petty villains. 173 00:14:34,300 --> 00:14:36,300 Do you have a recommendation? 174 00:14:37,300 --> 00:14:38,100 Prince Ding, 175 00:14:38,460 --> 00:14:39,540 Mo Шиуяао. 176 00:14:49,620 --> 00:14:52,100 The Mingde Hall today was quite lively. 177 00:14:52,660 --> 00:14:55,380 Murong Shen recommended you as Magistrate of Jingzhao Prefecture. 178 00:14:55,540 --> 00:14:57,220 Zhang Hengyuan was the first to refute. 179 00:14:57,300 --> 00:14:58,100 He said you... 180 00:14:58,700 --> 00:14:59,620 He said 181 00:14:59,940 --> 00:15:02,100 that you're a cripple and a condemned sinner, 182 00:15:02,220 --> 00:15:03,460 unfit for such a crucial post. 183 00:15:04,420 --> 00:15:06,380 And other members of Marquis Muyang's faction 184 00:15:06,420 --> 00:15:08,100 said you've stayed indoors for many years 185 00:15:08,100 --> 00:15:08,860 and are solitary, 186 00:15:08,860 --> 00:15:09,940 shunning all company, 187 00:15:10,620 --> 00:15:12,580 couldn't manage the affairs of Jingzhao Prefecture 188 00:15:12,620 --> 00:15:14,740 and secure the peace throughout the capital well. 189 00:15:14,820 --> 00:15:16,900 No need to state everything in such detail. 190 00:15:16,900 --> 00:15:19,100 I'm just worried I might not convey it clearly. 191 00:15:19,220 --> 00:15:20,300 Don't interrupt. 192 00:15:20,860 --> 00:15:22,300 At this critical moment, 193 00:15:22,620 --> 00:15:23,740 guess what happened? 194 00:15:25,940 --> 00:15:26,940 Jin, make a guess. 195 00:15:30,500 --> 00:15:32,460 The Duke Hua stood up 196 00:15:32,460 --> 00:15:33,300 and supported you. 197 00:15:35,660 --> 00:15:36,540 Duke Hua? 198 00:15:36,660 --> 00:15:37,180 Yes. 199 00:15:37,180 --> 00:15:37,980 Duke Hua. 200 00:15:38,300 --> 00:15:40,380 He hadn't spoken at court in years. 201 00:15:40,420 --> 00:15:42,100 But somehow he chose today to speak up. 202 00:15:42,140 --> 00:15:44,940 Murong Shen and Marquis Muyang's faction were in a constant quarrel, 203 00:15:44,940 --> 00:15:45,940 with no resolution. 204 00:15:46,340 --> 00:15:48,820 But Duke Hua represents the military might of Dachu. 205 00:15:48,940 --> 00:15:50,100 The moment he spoke, 206 00:15:50,100 --> 00:15:52,060 the tide instantly turned. 207 00:15:52,060 --> 00:15:54,300 He sent the losing faction stumbling into the city moat, 208 00:15:54,900 --> 00:15:56,180 so they couldn't resist. 209 00:15:56,540 --> 00:15:59,020 Then you were confirmed. 210 00:15:59,100 --> 00:16:00,660 The Empress Dowager said nothing? 211 00:16:00,660 --> 00:16:02,620 Perhaps she deferred to the Duke Hua. 212 00:16:03,740 --> 00:16:04,540 Wrong. 213 00:16:05,940 --> 00:16:09,140 Though the Marquis Muyang once basked in the Empress Dowager's favor, 214 00:16:09,620 --> 00:16:11,500 he's ancient history now. 215 00:16:11,740 --> 00:16:14,340 The current favorite is Gongshu Yang. 216 00:16:14,740 --> 00:16:15,780 Though the young emperor 217 00:16:15,820 --> 00:16:17,860 handed over Huaixi to him, 218 00:16:17,900 --> 00:16:19,340 the Empress Dowager couldn't object. 219 00:16:20,740 --> 00:16:24,420 The young emperor's open scheme is truly awe-inspiring! 220 00:16:25,820 --> 00:16:28,420 As the emperor, one must be capable. 221 00:16:28,660 --> 00:16:30,980 As if you attended court yourself today. 222 00:16:32,180 --> 00:16:34,780 Sitting at home, I can still get the news. 223 00:16:35,180 --> 00:16:36,420 That is my skill. 224 00:16:37,020 --> 00:16:38,020 But we didn't 225 00:16:38,500 --> 00:16:39,580 kill Лу Чанфу. 226 00:16:39,580 --> 00:16:40,620 Who did it? 227 00:16:41,340 --> 00:16:42,380 The emperor said anything? 228 00:16:42,820 --> 00:16:44,940 If it was one persecuted by Лу Чанфу 229 00:16:44,940 --> 00:16:46,260 and committed no further evils, 230 00:16:46,260 --> 00:16:47,180 he could be pardoned. 231 00:16:49,060 --> 00:16:50,900 Well, this individual is truly impressive. 232 00:16:51,180 --> 00:16:52,820 If you find him, perhaps let him join us. 233 00:16:53,180 --> 00:16:53,820 Right. 234 00:16:53,860 --> 00:16:57,300 The capital's new magistrate is soon to take office. 235 00:16:57,660 --> 00:16:58,700 How do you think? 236 00:16:58,740 --> 00:17:01,700 I think you've been here far too long. 237 00:17:02,100 --> 00:17:02,940 Time to go. 238 00:17:06,300 --> 00:17:07,740 I heard a few days ago, 239 00:17:08,060 --> 00:17:10,060 the Princess Consort set your study on fire? 240 00:17:10,460 --> 00:17:11,740 The loss must be significant. 241 00:17:12,100 --> 00:17:14,540 What a temper she has! 242 00:17:15,940 --> 00:17:16,820 Feng Zhiyao, 243 00:17:18,340 --> 00:17:20,540 you plant spies in my residence? 244 00:17:21,020 --> 00:17:22,140 You sure have some guts. 245 00:17:23,220 --> 00:17:24,300 I wouldn't dare. 246 00:17:38,100 --> 00:17:39,280 Where's the Princess Consort? 247 00:17:40,340 --> 00:17:43,100 She went out early this morning. 248 00:18:02,160 --> 00:18:05,650 (Tomb of Seven Martyrs of Lishan) 249 00:18:14,670 --> 00:18:18,040 (Former Teachers and Friends of Lishan) 250 00:18:30,340 --> 00:18:32,140 Лу Чанфу framed you incited trouble, 251 00:18:33,300 --> 00:18:34,740 and had you all burned alive. 252 00:18:34,940 --> 00:18:36,260 Now that justice has been served. 253 00:18:38,220 --> 00:18:39,220 Rest in peace. 254 00:18:46,340 --> 00:18:47,140 Are you okay? 255 00:18:47,940 --> 00:18:49,420 You ate too much this morning? 256 00:18:51,660 --> 00:18:53,220 I didn't have breakfast at all. 257 00:18:53,740 --> 00:18:55,140 It's the boatman's fault. 258 00:18:55,820 --> 00:18:58,300 The constant swaying back and forth made me dizzy. 259 00:19:01,100 --> 00:19:02,220 We're leaving soon. 260 00:19:02,860 --> 00:19:04,940 Aren't you going to say something to them? 261 00:19:07,540 --> 00:19:08,340 No need. 262 00:19:09,100 --> 00:19:10,060 Let's go home. 263 00:19:11,300 --> 00:19:12,740 Enjoy your meal. 264 00:19:12,880 --> 00:19:15,540 (Tea) 265 00:19:15,540 --> 00:19:16,860 What's your plan next? 266 00:19:18,740 --> 00:19:20,220 Grandmother's birthday is next month. 267 00:19:20,420 --> 00:19:21,860 Planning to go back to Ye Mansion. 268 00:19:23,860 --> 00:19:24,740 Time to confront them? 269 00:19:25,740 --> 00:19:27,300 It had to happen someday. 270 00:19:29,740 --> 00:19:31,540 Just be careful in everything. 271 00:19:31,660 --> 00:19:32,900 Earlier in Suixue Pass, 272 00:19:33,100 --> 00:19:34,820 someone snatched Yuan Fang from us. 273 00:19:34,940 --> 00:19:35,740 And now, 274 00:19:35,940 --> 00:19:38,100 someone acted on the very same day we did, 275 00:19:38,100 --> 00:19:39,860 killing Tian Feng, Chen Fenyan, and Lu Zhi. 276 00:19:40,060 --> 00:19:42,460 Someone else is targeting Marquis Muyang behind the scenes. 277 00:19:42,700 --> 00:19:44,300 Perhaps we're being watched too. 278 00:19:45,140 --> 00:19:46,300 I'll be careful. 279 00:19:48,940 --> 00:19:52,140 Still found nothing about those people at the Suixue Pass. 280 00:19:52,740 --> 00:19:55,900 They retreat and advance with discipline, and are quite strong fighters. 281 00:19:56,620 --> 00:20:00,100 If we can identify them, round them all up. 282 00:20:00,620 --> 00:20:02,060 But without any leads, 283 00:20:02,700 --> 00:20:04,740 they aren't our top priority. 284 00:20:05,740 --> 00:20:08,900 For now, they are not our enemies. 285 00:20:09,260 --> 00:20:11,060 Let them be as long as they don't hinder us. 286 00:20:11,460 --> 00:20:12,260 Do you think 287 00:20:13,100 --> 00:20:15,300 those who killed Tian Feng and the other two 288 00:20:15,700 --> 00:20:18,220 could be the same group we encountered at the Suixue Pass? 289 00:20:18,940 --> 00:20:21,540 Are they all working for the young emperor? 290 00:20:22,860 --> 00:20:24,820 Not really. 291 00:20:25,940 --> 00:20:28,220 Who else then? 292 00:20:28,700 --> 00:20:31,500 Can't be the Empress Dowager's faction fighting among themselves. 293 00:20:32,660 --> 00:20:33,900 In the court today, 294 00:20:34,800 --> 00:20:36,880 besides the Emperor and the Empress Dowager's forces, 295 00:20:36,880 --> 00:20:39,260 it must be the influence of Duke Hua's faction. 296 00:20:39,540 --> 00:20:42,500 Tian Feng and his men served Marquis Muyang. 297 00:20:42,820 --> 00:20:44,100 Now they're dead. 298 00:20:44,540 --> 00:20:47,100 Whoever benefits most from this 299 00:20:47,340 --> 00:20:50,060 was the mastermind behind this matter. 300 00:20:51,500 --> 00:20:52,300 Makes sense. 301 00:20:53,260 --> 00:20:54,060 Right. 302 00:20:54,340 --> 00:20:56,340 I found a new place to settle in the capital. 303 00:20:56,820 --> 00:20:59,700 No need to send messages to the Ye Mansion if you want me. 304 00:20:59,860 --> 00:21:01,140 You're leaving the Ye Mansion? 305 00:21:02,140 --> 00:21:04,020 Aren't you the head of their security? 306 00:21:04,860 --> 00:21:06,460 Head of security is nothing special. 307 00:21:06,740 --> 00:21:08,260 The beds at Ye Mansion are too hard. 308 00:21:08,260 --> 00:21:09,140 The bedding is damp. 309 00:21:09,500 --> 00:21:11,060 And food is bland every day. 310 00:21:11,100 --> 00:21:12,420 Because of you, 311 00:21:12,420 --> 00:21:13,900 I infiltrated into the Ye Mansion. 312 00:21:13,940 --> 00:21:16,220 Three years through heat and cold was really hard work. 313 00:21:17,020 --> 00:21:18,100 Now that business is done, 314 00:21:18,540 --> 00:21:20,820 time for me to find somewhere else to settle. 315 00:21:22,540 --> 00:21:24,340 So where's the new place? 316 00:21:30,140 --> 00:21:31,380 Xiangqi Pavilion. 317 00:21:33,420 --> 00:21:34,500 Xiangqi Pavilion? 318 00:21:35,940 --> 00:21:38,020 Master Guan would tan your hide if he knew it. 319 00:21:38,740 --> 00:21:41,540 He was wilder than me back when he was young. 320 00:21:42,180 --> 00:21:42,980 Really? 321 00:21:45,140 --> 00:21:45,940 Qingshuang, 322 00:21:46,300 --> 00:21:47,900 is Master Guan really that sort? 323 00:21:49,540 --> 00:21:50,620 I don't know. 324 00:21:53,260 --> 00:21:54,060 Qingshuang 325 00:21:54,260 --> 00:21:55,140 is here too? 326 00:21:56,020 --> 00:21:56,820 Of course. 327 00:22:01,900 --> 00:22:02,700 Li. 328 00:22:03,340 --> 00:22:06,340 Have you been settling in alright at Prince Ding's Mansion? 329 00:22:07,980 --> 00:22:09,020 I've been fine. 330 00:22:10,060 --> 00:22:12,180 What about Qingshuang? 331 00:22:12,380 --> 00:22:13,500 Has she gotten used to it? 332 00:22:14,860 --> 00:22:16,300 Why couldn't she? 333 00:22:17,820 --> 00:22:18,620 Senior brother. 334 00:22:19,020 --> 00:22:22,340 What you should be worrying about isn't Qingshuang, but yourself. 335 00:22:23,500 --> 00:22:24,700 Now Лу Чанфу is dead. 336 00:22:25,060 --> 00:22:27,700 He was burned alive inside the palace. 337 00:22:27,940 --> 00:22:29,660 That'd definitely attract scrutiny. 338 00:22:31,140 --> 00:22:33,700 Living in such a flaunting place like Xiangqi Pavilion, 339 00:22:33,820 --> 00:22:35,340 you should be extra careful. 340 00:22:35,700 --> 00:22:36,940 I know it. 341 00:22:37,220 --> 00:22:39,300 You also need to be careful. 342 00:22:39,820 --> 00:22:42,700 That Prince Ding isn't one to underestimate. 343 00:22:43,940 --> 00:22:46,460 Rest easy. We're getting along fine. 344 00:22:47,220 --> 00:22:48,020 Really? 345 00:22:48,580 --> 00:22:49,380 Really. 346 00:22:49,900 --> 00:22:50,860 Before leaving Lishan, 347 00:22:50,860 --> 00:22:52,940 I asked Senior He to divine my fortune. 348 00:22:53,260 --> 00:22:54,500 He said that Prince Ding and I 349 00:22:54,580 --> 00:22:55,980 will get along well 350 00:22:55,980 --> 00:22:56,940 and have many heirs. 351 00:22:57,100 --> 00:22:57,860 Well then, 352 00:22:59,460 --> 00:23:00,860 how's Senior He? 353 00:23:01,700 --> 00:23:02,660 He's been fine, 354 00:23:03,700 --> 00:23:06,100 but always worrying about the tree in front of his house. 355 00:23:07,260 --> 00:23:08,780 He told me many times 356 00:23:08,860 --> 00:23:10,060 to help him 357 00:23:10,100 --> 00:23:12,700 cut that tree down during this trip. 358 00:23:19,620 --> 00:23:20,420 Let's go. 359 00:23:20,860 --> 00:23:21,540 Excuse me, 360 00:23:22,000 --> 00:23:22,860 check. 361 00:23:32,180 --> 00:23:32,780 Your Highness. 362 00:23:36,620 --> 00:23:37,780 What's the noise outside? 363 00:23:38,180 --> 00:23:38,860 Who's here? 364 00:23:39,900 --> 00:23:41,140 It's His Highness's friend. 365 00:23:41,140 --> 00:23:42,100 In the front courtyard. 366 00:23:42,980 --> 00:23:43,780 A friend? 367 00:23:44,900 --> 00:23:45,620 Ding says 368 00:23:45,620 --> 00:23:48,020 it's Feng Zhiyao from Qingfeng Mingyue Tower. 369 00:23:48,020 --> 00:23:49,220 He's here to borrow a horse. 370 00:23:50,780 --> 00:23:51,660 I'll go check. 371 00:23:52,540 --> 00:23:53,300 Your Highness. 372 00:23:53,300 --> 00:23:55,900 Shouldn't you freshen up a bit before meeting guests? 373 00:23:58,580 --> 00:23:59,300 Alright. 374 00:23:59,300 --> 00:24:00,220 But do hurry. 375 00:24:14,260 --> 00:24:16,060 Jingfan isn't spirited enough. 376 00:24:16,860 --> 00:24:17,820 I want your Lieyun. 377 00:24:18,340 --> 00:24:19,460 You can't manage Lieyun. 378 00:24:20,540 --> 00:24:21,500 Ridiculous! 379 00:24:21,660 --> 00:24:23,020 If you can, why wouldn't I? 380 00:24:23,140 --> 00:24:24,860 Jingfan is Lieyun's colt. 381 00:24:24,900 --> 00:24:25,940 I won't ride the son. 382 00:24:25,940 --> 00:24:26,940 I want its father. 383 00:24:29,340 --> 00:24:30,140 Master Feng. 384 00:24:30,460 --> 00:24:32,940 Lieyun was raised on desert wind and sand. 385 00:24:33,020 --> 00:24:34,140 It recognizes its master. 386 00:24:34,180 --> 00:24:36,460 Last year, it bit a Hu merchant's arm in West Market. 387 00:24:36,500 --> 00:24:38,260 Be careful not to get hurt. 388 00:24:39,740 --> 00:24:42,140 Tomorrow's the polo match. I need a fine steed. 389 00:24:42,140 --> 00:24:43,140 Don't be stingy. 390 00:24:53,620 --> 00:24:55,700 Back then, it fought through three towns in Cangbei. 391 00:24:55,700 --> 00:24:57,060 Tomorrow, I'll ride it 392 00:24:57,140 --> 00:24:59,300 and score three consecutive goals on the polo field. 393 00:25:07,580 --> 00:25:08,500 Mo Lao'er. 394 00:25:08,940 --> 00:25:09,580 Help me! 395 00:25:09,580 --> 00:25:10,380 Help me! 396 00:25:13,300 --> 00:25:14,740 Don't just watch me there! 397 00:25:16,300 --> 00:25:18,300 Get out of the way! 398 00:25:42,620 --> 00:25:43,260 Are you alright? 399 00:25:45,180 --> 00:25:45,980 I'm fine. 400 00:25:46,140 --> 00:25:46,940 Good. 401 00:25:48,210 --> 00:25:48,820 Let's go. 402 00:25:53,540 --> 00:25:54,900 I'm not fine. 403 00:25:59,890 --> 00:26:01,700 (Day and Night Diligence) 404 00:26:01,900 --> 00:26:02,700 You know what? 405 00:26:03,220 --> 00:26:05,860 The Princess Consort suits you rather well. 406 00:26:09,620 --> 00:26:10,220 Let me use it. 407 00:26:10,980 --> 00:26:12,980 I'll go meet your Princess Consort. 408 00:26:21,740 --> 00:26:24,500 It's nothing, just a scratch. 409 00:26:25,140 --> 00:26:27,740 How can it be nothing? Look, it's bleeding. 410 00:26:28,700 --> 00:26:30,620 You told me to meet guests after freshening up. 411 00:26:31,380 --> 00:26:32,540 I didn't expect 412 00:26:32,540 --> 00:26:34,460 Master Feng's horsemanship to be so mediocre. 413 00:26:34,460 --> 00:26:35,980 He dared to ride His Highness's horse? 414 00:26:36,020 --> 00:26:37,340 Overestimating himself. 415 00:26:40,380 --> 00:26:42,580 I am Feng Zhiyao from Qingfeng Mingyue Tower. 416 00:26:43,100 --> 00:26:44,140 Pleased to meet you. 417 00:26:47,100 --> 00:26:49,260 You got injured today because of me. 418 00:26:50,420 --> 00:26:53,540 I felt quite guilty about it, so I brought ointment for you. 419 00:26:57,420 --> 00:26:59,220 You were gossiping about me behind my back? 420 00:27:03,020 --> 00:27:05,540 Someone like him won't hold it against you. 421 00:27:05,900 --> 00:27:07,460 Apologize to Master Feng. 422 00:27:08,740 --> 00:27:10,220 - Pardon my offense. - It's alright. 423 00:27:10,940 --> 00:27:12,300 Just joking. 424 00:27:13,100 --> 00:27:13,780 Please. 425 00:27:13,780 --> 00:27:14,500 Thank you. 426 00:27:16,100 --> 00:27:17,260 This Ice Toad Ointment 427 00:27:17,700 --> 00:27:19,420 is excellent for healing wounds. 428 00:27:19,760 --> 00:27:21,700 I'll gift you a set of twelve colors rouge 429 00:27:21,700 --> 00:27:23,020 as a compensation tomorrow. 430 00:27:23,420 --> 00:27:24,500 I'll take the ointment, 431 00:27:25,340 --> 00:27:27,500 but not the rouge. I don't need it. 432 00:27:29,620 --> 00:27:30,420 Fine. 433 00:27:30,820 --> 00:27:32,540 Since you accept this ointment, 434 00:27:32,660 --> 00:27:34,140 I'll assume you accepted my apology. 435 00:27:34,460 --> 00:27:36,260 Rouge isn't essential, anyway. 436 00:27:37,340 --> 00:27:38,700 However, 437 00:27:38,700 --> 00:27:40,340 I could give you a formula. 438 00:27:41,660 --> 00:27:42,580 What kind of formula? 439 00:27:43,620 --> 00:27:46,020 A secret formula to cure His Highness's peculiar temper. 440 00:27:47,500 --> 00:27:48,580 Please tell. 441 00:27:50,900 --> 00:27:52,300 His Highness 442 00:27:52,620 --> 00:27:54,820 has gotten used to being alone over the years. 443 00:27:54,820 --> 00:27:58,100 He needs a beautiful wife like you. 444 00:27:58,660 --> 00:27:59,580 In my opinion, 445 00:28:00,140 --> 00:28:01,660 let him spend less time indoors 446 00:28:01,740 --> 00:28:03,220 and take him out more to experience 447 00:28:03,220 --> 00:28:04,980 the hustle and bustle of ordinary life. 448 00:28:05,380 --> 00:28:07,020 Then his peculiar temper will fade away. 449 00:28:07,580 --> 00:28:09,580 His Highness is such a well-behaved person. 450 00:28:09,900 --> 00:28:12,260 Master Feng, don't lead him astray. 451 00:28:13,780 --> 00:28:15,540 He doesn't need my lead. 452 00:28:17,460 --> 00:28:21,260 His Highness is as cunning as a squid, full of schemes. 453 00:28:25,180 --> 00:28:25,940 See? 454 00:28:27,100 --> 00:28:28,980 Next time you gossip behind someone's back, 455 00:28:29,060 --> 00:28:30,140 keep your voice down. 456 00:28:35,580 --> 00:28:36,100 Farewell. 457 00:28:45,180 --> 00:28:53,700 ♪Huainan rice fills tribute boats♪ 458 00:28:54,300 --> 00:29:02,420 ♪Longyou grapes inebriate royal towers♪ 459 00:29:03,700 --> 00:29:12,180 ♪A hundred performances are staged on the Linde Hall♪ 460 00:29:12,580 --> 00:29:13,660 Sigh over a hundred years? 461 00:29:14,820 --> 00:29:17,980 These lyrics likely originate from Lishan, don't they? 462 00:29:19,140 --> 00:29:20,020 Lishan? 463 00:29:45,100 --> 00:29:46,780 It has been many years 464 00:29:47,420 --> 00:29:48,780 since I met old acquaintances. 465 00:29:49,980 --> 00:29:52,980 Are you thinking of Wanzhou? 466 00:29:55,180 --> 00:29:58,580 Back then, we had no choice. 467 00:29:59,100 --> 00:30:00,500 It was good for Wanzhou 468 00:30:00,940 --> 00:30:02,740 to stay at Lishan. 469 00:30:05,140 --> 00:30:06,960 How are things at Prince Ding's Mansion? 470 00:30:07,380 --> 00:30:09,500 They've been married for some time now. 471 00:30:10,980 --> 00:30:11,780 Your Majesty, 472 00:30:12,420 --> 00:30:14,660 the Princess Consort has been relatively idle lately. 473 00:30:15,220 --> 00:30:16,380 Ms. Wen 474 00:30:16,380 --> 00:30:18,100 has been living a reclusive life. 475 00:30:18,460 --> 00:30:19,340 I heard 476 00:30:19,580 --> 00:30:23,020 she refused to see the Princess Consort the first day after the wedding. 477 00:30:27,500 --> 00:30:28,700 Would you like to meet her? 478 00:30:35,090 --> 00:30:37,530 (Shende Shop) 479 00:30:49,380 --> 00:30:50,900 We've suffered a significant loss. 480 00:30:52,180 --> 00:30:53,780 Sorry for that. 481 00:30:53,780 --> 00:30:56,700 In recent years, the common people have mostly practiced frugality. 482 00:30:56,700 --> 00:30:59,860 The porcelain market in the capital is indeed depressed. 483 00:31:00,180 --> 00:31:01,780 My luck hasn't been good either. 484 00:31:01,860 --> 00:31:02,660 Some days ago, 485 00:31:02,660 --> 00:31:03,740 a boatload of fabrics 486 00:31:03,740 --> 00:31:04,860 to Yangzhou got ruined. 487 00:31:05,180 --> 00:31:07,340 The boat capsized, and the fabrics were all lost. 488 00:31:07,340 --> 00:31:08,180 Indeed. 489 00:31:08,380 --> 00:31:09,700 I'm having my unlucky year. 490 00:31:10,380 --> 00:31:11,300 Your Highness, 491 00:31:11,500 --> 00:31:14,660 my shop is located in the most remote corner of East Market. 492 00:31:14,660 --> 00:31:16,700 It rarely sees customers on normal days. 493 00:31:16,900 --> 00:31:19,260 Plus, much of the stored grain has spoiled, 494 00:31:19,860 --> 00:31:20,580 hence the losses. 495 00:31:21,540 --> 00:31:23,540 The antique shop business is tough. 496 00:31:23,540 --> 00:31:24,380 Your Highness. 497 00:31:24,980 --> 00:31:26,900 I feel deeply ashamed. 498 00:31:27,220 --> 00:31:29,900 I hope to resign from this position. 499 00:31:29,900 --> 00:31:31,060 Yes, Your Highness. 500 00:31:31,380 --> 00:31:32,660 We aren't 501 00:31:33,100 --> 00:31:35,100 cut out for this steward position. 502 00:31:35,100 --> 00:31:37,460 I think you should handle it yourself. 503 00:31:37,460 --> 00:31:39,100 You hail from Lishan, 504 00:31:39,100 --> 00:31:40,660 full of learning and wisdom. 505 00:31:40,660 --> 00:31:44,380 Surely you have the means to manage the shops properly, 506 00:31:44,380 --> 00:31:45,780 turning losses into profits. 507 00:31:45,780 --> 00:31:46,980 Yes. 508 00:31:47,540 --> 00:31:50,220 After quitting your jobs, where do you all intend to go? 509 00:31:51,060 --> 00:31:52,700 My son is about to take the civil exams. 510 00:31:53,220 --> 00:31:54,340 I must go be with him. 511 00:31:55,300 --> 00:31:56,740 My parents are getting on in years, 512 00:31:56,820 --> 00:31:58,220 so I must go be with them. 513 00:31:58,900 --> 00:32:00,540 I've been worn out lately, 514 00:32:00,540 --> 00:32:01,740 and want to travel around 515 00:32:01,900 --> 00:32:02,740 to unwind. 516 00:32:03,060 --> 00:32:03,860 Right. 517 00:32:04,180 --> 00:32:06,140 I've been in the capital for several years. 518 00:32:06,140 --> 00:32:07,060 And now, 519 00:32:07,180 --> 00:32:08,540 I found my loved one. 520 00:32:08,740 --> 00:32:09,860 I plan to get married. 521 00:32:12,060 --> 00:32:14,260 You even found love in managing the shop? 522 00:32:14,860 --> 00:32:16,060 It shows this shop 523 00:32:16,060 --> 00:32:17,660 has quite auspicious Feng Shui. 524 00:32:18,980 --> 00:32:19,780 I see. 525 00:32:20,340 --> 00:32:21,700 Running a business is challenging. 526 00:32:21,980 --> 00:32:24,140 These past years, you have worked hard. 527 00:32:24,580 --> 00:32:25,380 Not at all. 528 00:32:25,380 --> 00:32:26,980 Grandfather once taught me 529 00:32:26,980 --> 00:32:28,740 to treat meritorious people well. 530 00:32:28,980 --> 00:32:29,980 I will remember 531 00:32:30,060 --> 00:32:31,340 your loyalty and dedication. 532 00:32:31,540 --> 00:32:32,900 You flatter me. 533 00:32:34,460 --> 00:32:35,420 Before I leave, 534 00:32:35,740 --> 00:32:37,180 Master Zhu entrusted me with 535 00:32:37,180 --> 00:32:39,820 this recommendation letter for Steward Yang's son. 536 00:32:40,620 --> 00:32:43,860 He asked me to deliver it to Lord Zhou, who oversees this year's civil exams. 537 00:32:44,060 --> 00:32:46,540 Your son is Master Zhu's last disciple. 538 00:32:46,620 --> 00:32:48,740 I bet Lord Zhou would look after him. 539 00:32:51,980 --> 00:32:52,860 Impossible! 540 00:32:53,020 --> 00:32:54,780 How could my son be Master Zhu's disciple? 541 00:32:54,940 --> 00:32:56,100 Back in Yangzhou, 542 00:32:56,180 --> 00:32:59,820 you curried favor with a fellow villager of Master Zhu to secure admission. 543 00:32:59,980 --> 00:33:01,820 Master Zhu is a literary authority. 544 00:33:01,860 --> 00:33:04,300 Would he lie just to claim a relationship with you? 545 00:33:04,900 --> 00:33:05,660 Mind your words. 546 00:33:05,660 --> 00:33:07,340 Lishan's current status is uncertain. 547 00:33:07,340 --> 00:33:09,660 You are jeopardizing my son's career path. 548 00:33:11,580 --> 00:33:13,380 You should be the one to mind your words. 549 00:33:14,380 --> 00:33:16,500 Lishan has sealed its gate just to compile texts. 550 00:33:16,620 --> 00:33:18,140 The palace guards have been stationed 551 00:33:18,380 --> 00:33:20,140 to keep the tranquility of the mountain. 552 00:33:20,140 --> 00:33:23,260 You rashly presume imperial intentions, trying to condemn Lishan. 553 00:33:23,380 --> 00:33:24,740 This is a grave offense. 554 00:33:28,780 --> 00:33:29,660 Steward Wang. 555 00:33:30,580 --> 00:33:33,180 Over these years, those on the mountain have lacked food. 556 00:33:33,180 --> 00:33:35,620 Thank you for frequently sending rice and provisions there. 557 00:33:35,620 --> 00:33:36,620 N-Not me. 558 00:33:37,860 --> 00:33:39,420 I never did that. 559 00:33:39,420 --> 00:33:40,380 Lishan Mountain 560 00:33:40,380 --> 00:33:41,900 is heavily guarded. 561 00:33:41,900 --> 00:33:43,340 How could I possibly send anything? 562 00:33:43,620 --> 00:33:44,180 Your Highness. 563 00:33:44,180 --> 00:33:45,100 Don't slander me. 564 00:33:45,100 --> 00:33:47,140 This could cost me my life! 565 00:33:47,140 --> 00:33:50,340 The teachers on the mountain can all attest to this. 566 00:33:50,860 --> 00:33:53,060 Wait, impossible! 567 00:33:53,060 --> 00:33:54,940 Impossible! 568 00:33:55,500 --> 00:33:56,140 Impossible! 569 00:33:56,820 --> 00:33:57,780 Steward Zhou. 570 00:33:58,340 --> 00:33:59,220 What do you think? 571 00:34:07,180 --> 00:34:07,980 Your Highness, 572 00:34:08,220 --> 00:34:10,380 I might've took the wrong ledger. 573 00:34:10,380 --> 00:34:11,580 I'll review accounts again 574 00:34:11,580 --> 00:34:13,140 and get you a detailed ledger. 575 00:34:13,380 --> 00:34:14,380 You must account 576 00:34:14,380 --> 00:34:15,580 for everything carefully. 577 00:34:15,700 --> 00:34:16,500 Otherwise, 578 00:34:16,860 --> 00:34:18,340 he'll break your legs. 579 00:34:18,380 --> 00:34:19,820 Yes. 580 00:34:20,100 --> 00:34:20,660 Yes. 581 00:34:23,380 --> 00:34:24,140 How about you guys? 582 00:34:24,860 --> 00:34:25,660 Yes. 583 00:34:25,780 --> 00:34:27,780 Perhaps we made a mistake. 584 00:34:27,780 --> 00:34:29,100 We'll go back and check. 585 00:34:29,260 --> 00:34:30,460 - Right! - Right! 586 00:34:31,100 --> 00:34:31,700 Let's go. 587 00:34:32,300 --> 00:34:33,060 Well... 588 00:34:33,580 --> 00:34:34,260 Hurry. 589 00:34:34,340 --> 00:34:35,140 Let's go. 590 00:34:36,140 --> 00:34:37,380 I told you we shouldn't do so. 591 00:34:37,380 --> 00:34:38,130 Exactly. 592 00:34:41,140 --> 00:34:41,980 Your Highness. 593 00:34:42,060 --> 00:34:43,500 We have no steward now. 594 00:34:44,820 --> 00:34:46,140 I have a candidate in mind. 595 00:34:47,420 --> 00:34:48,180 Wei Zhuang. 596 00:34:50,100 --> 00:34:50,820 Zhuang. 597 00:34:50,820 --> 00:34:52,140 - Aunt Wang. - Wonderful news! 598 00:34:52,140 --> 00:34:53,660 Someone sent you a job offer, 599 00:34:53,660 --> 00:34:55,260 asking you to be steward. 600 00:34:55,460 --> 00:34:56,260 A job offer? 601 00:34:56,700 --> 00:34:57,700 Which shop? 602 00:34:57,700 --> 00:34:58,980 Shende Shop. 603 00:34:59,180 --> 00:35:00,580 I heard from my husband 604 00:35:00,580 --> 00:35:01,620 that the items there 605 00:35:01,620 --> 00:35:03,420 are all worth a fortune. 606 00:35:03,420 --> 00:35:06,460 Just a water cup this big alone can fetch fifty string. 607 00:35:07,300 --> 00:35:09,380 If Wei Zhuang can secure this steward position, 608 00:35:09,700 --> 00:35:12,220 your family's hardships would finally be over. 609 00:35:14,760 --> 00:35:16,210 (Employment Contract for Shende Shop Steward) 610 00:35:22,650 --> 00:35:23,890 (Shende Shop) 611 00:35:31,380 --> 00:35:32,500 You need a steward? 612 00:35:34,260 --> 00:35:35,060 Yes. 613 00:36:00,300 --> 00:36:01,100 Your Highness, 614 00:36:01,300 --> 00:36:02,620 want to eat something? 615 00:36:05,980 --> 00:36:09,340 Even for composing a new piece, you shouldn't play for days without rest. 616 00:36:09,740 --> 00:36:11,340 How can your body handle this? 617 00:36:17,420 --> 00:36:17,980 Your Highness. 618 00:36:21,660 --> 00:36:22,820 An imperial decree 619 00:36:23,140 --> 00:36:25,300 requires you and His Highness to enter tomorrow. 620 00:36:26,620 --> 00:36:27,460 His Highness and I? 621 00:36:28,540 --> 00:36:29,060 Yes. 622 00:36:30,700 --> 00:36:33,540 Along with Prince Ding and Princess Ding. 623 00:37:32,900 --> 00:37:34,180 You're still up? 624 00:37:43,660 --> 00:37:45,420 We're about to enter the palace tomorrow. 625 00:37:46,260 --> 00:37:47,660 Yet you can sleep soundly? 626 00:37:52,380 --> 00:37:54,420 We'll go meet the Empress Dowager tomorrow, 627 00:37:54,770 --> 00:37:56,460 so I should rest early, 628 00:37:58,260 --> 00:37:59,740 regulate my breath 629 00:38:00,020 --> 00:38:01,620 and perform well tomorrow. 630 00:38:09,260 --> 00:38:11,700 I didn't expect you would be so carefree. 631 00:38:15,860 --> 00:38:17,260 Should I be nervous? 632 00:38:18,700 --> 00:38:20,860 Lishan Academy has been neglected for eight years. 633 00:38:21,700 --> 00:38:23,580 The Empress Dowager suddenly summons you. 634 00:38:24,180 --> 00:38:26,020 Shouldn't you be nervous? 635 00:38:26,460 --> 00:38:28,260 Lishan Academy has been closed for years 636 00:38:28,700 --> 00:38:30,420 without receiving the emperor's summons, 637 00:38:30,700 --> 00:38:32,540 because it's been compiling texts these years. 638 00:38:33,100 --> 00:38:33,940 But I think 639 00:38:34,260 --> 00:38:37,500 the Empress Dowager has never forgotten the teachers on Lishan Mountain, 640 00:38:38,140 --> 00:38:41,140 Otherwise, she wouldn't dispatch guards to protect Lishan's tranquility. 641 00:38:41,580 --> 00:38:43,100 Do you truly think so? 642 00:38:44,820 --> 00:38:46,860 I have admired the Empress Dowager since childhood 643 00:38:47,460 --> 00:38:49,620 and often met the Empress Dowager with my mom. 644 00:38:49,900 --> 00:38:51,380 The Empress Dowager bestowed upon me 645 00:38:51,380 --> 00:38:53,980 palace-exclusive Jiuchong cakes and Guifei fruits. 646 00:38:54,340 --> 00:38:56,140 She has shown kindness to my mom and me. 647 00:38:56,580 --> 00:38:59,420 So, I have nothing to nervous about. 648 00:39:16,060 --> 00:39:16,940 In that case, 649 00:39:18,380 --> 00:39:19,660 rest early. 650 00:39:41,020 --> 00:39:41,740 Your Highness. 651 00:39:41,900 --> 00:39:42,820 Take it easy. 652 00:39:45,220 --> 00:39:45,780 Your Highness. 653 00:39:46,980 --> 00:39:49,140 I didn't sleep well last night and woke up late. 654 00:39:49,580 --> 00:39:50,100 Sorry. 655 00:39:52,300 --> 00:39:52,820 Let's go. 656 00:40:06,940 --> 00:40:07,460 Let me do it. 657 00:40:09,340 --> 00:40:10,100 Your Highness. 658 00:40:10,100 --> 00:40:11,340 Let me handle this menial task. 659 00:40:12,420 --> 00:40:13,040 It's nothing. 660 00:40:40,420 --> 00:40:41,010 Let's go. 661 00:40:42,290 --> 00:40:43,020 So heavy. 662 00:40:43,220 --> 00:40:46,350 (Pastry) 663 00:41:11,780 --> 00:41:13,180 Li, slow down. 664 00:41:13,740 --> 00:41:14,580 Your Majesty. 665 00:41:14,700 --> 00:41:15,460 Li. 666 00:41:15,460 --> 00:41:17,140 Your Majesty, I've missed you so much. 667 00:41:18,100 --> 00:41:18,900 You've grown taller. 668 00:41:22,620 --> 00:41:23,740 Wanzhou. 669 00:41:23,740 --> 00:41:24,820 Mom. 670 00:41:35,580 --> 00:41:36,820 It's been years. 671 00:41:37,340 --> 00:41:39,620 Have you settled back into life in the capital? 672 00:41:40,220 --> 00:41:41,220 Very well. 673 00:41:41,700 --> 00:41:42,780 Thank you, Your Majesty. 674 00:41:43,180 --> 00:41:46,060 Your maternal grandfather, Headmaster Xu, was once my teacher too. 675 00:41:46,860 --> 00:41:48,660 How has he been? 676 00:41:48,660 --> 00:41:49,900 And how are the other teachers? 677 00:41:50,980 --> 00:41:51,820 Your Majesty, 678 00:41:52,060 --> 00:41:52,980 they're all well. 679 00:41:53,940 --> 00:41:56,460 Grandfather is in good health, busy compiling texts. 680 00:41:56,780 --> 00:42:00,020 Knowing I was coming down the mountain, he asked me to convey his regards to you. 681 00:42:00,620 --> 00:42:01,980 The other teachers are well too. 682 00:42:02,620 --> 00:42:04,140 They teach lessons 683 00:42:04,380 --> 00:42:05,900 and assign coursework diligently. 684 00:42:06,620 --> 00:42:08,740 What lessons are taught there now? 685 00:42:09,820 --> 00:42:11,100 Astronomy, calendrics, 686 00:42:11,100 --> 00:42:12,260 I Ching and numerology. 687 00:42:12,260 --> 00:42:13,140 All are included. 688 00:42:13,860 --> 00:42:16,060 Grandfather also instructs scholars 689 00:42:16,060 --> 00:42:17,580 to stay informed on current affairs. 690 00:42:18,580 --> 00:42:19,380 Really? 691 00:42:19,980 --> 00:42:21,260 How does he teach these? 692 00:42:21,660 --> 00:42:22,950 While proofing and annotating 693 00:42:22,950 --> 00:42:25,140 the Treatise on Rivers and Waterways, 694 00:42:25,940 --> 00:42:27,580 he often mentioned your remarkable feat 695 00:42:27,580 --> 00:42:29,520 of changing the canal transport method back then. 696 00:42:29,780 --> 00:42:31,020 Knowing after the rerouting, 697 00:42:31,020 --> 00:42:32,940 thirty-thousand fewer trackers were conscripted, 698 00:42:32,940 --> 00:42:34,580 and taxes were reduced by forty percent, 699 00:42:34,820 --> 00:42:37,940 the teachers all say you demonstrate extraordinary governance talent, 700 00:42:37,940 --> 00:42:38,820 and deeply admire you. 701 00:42:43,090 --> 00:42:45,490 (Preview) 702 00:42:45,820 --> 00:42:46,620 Your Highness. 703 00:42:47,020 --> 00:42:48,780 Is Her Highness planning 704 00:42:48,780 --> 00:42:49,460 to steal a tree? 705 00:42:49,620 --> 00:42:50,340 Who's there? 706 00:42:50,340 --> 00:42:51,340 Tree thief! 707 00:42:51,340 --> 00:42:52,220 Stop! 708 00:42:53,700 --> 00:42:54,540 Why cut a tree? 709 00:42:54,980 --> 00:42:56,380 Could we talk inside? 710 00:42:56,500 --> 00:42:57,860 Now you're embarrassed? 711 00:42:58,100 --> 00:42:59,620 There's plenty of mud on your shoes. 712 00:43:00,100 --> 00:43:00,900 What? 713 00:43:01,700 --> 00:43:03,340 The trip from the Mansion to Shende Shop 714 00:43:03,580 --> 00:43:04,500 is that challenging? 715 00:43:06,380 --> 00:43:07,940 I went to help Wuyou fight.