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♪Memories hold you back
from fulfilling your dreams♪

♪Only by moving forward
can you find reunion♪

♪Endings only mark new routes♪

♪It's all part of the scenery♪

♪To the horizon's call♪

♪Your journey hasn't started♪

♪Towards mountains,
chase the stars bright♪

♪Let time embrace you
and wash away the past♪

♪Put every twist behind you♪

♪Drift leisurely through time♪

♪Make headway against the wind♪

♪Let mountains bow to your pace♪

♪Rush towards a life without regret♪

♪Let your nature burst free♪

=The First Jasmine=

=Episode 22=

Your Highness, please wait.
His Majesty will be here soon.

Stop hiding.

Come on out.

Assassinating a prince here?
You've all lost your minds!

Kill him!

I'll ask you one more time.
Who sent you?

Aren't you crippled?

You're dead.

I haven't given my all yet.

My opponents are all so weak.

Indeed, Dachu is a land of courtesy.

Your warriors even fight with courtesy,
yet they're utterly spineless.

Since you're all less interested,

I'll propose a challenge prize.

Your Highness,
I request permission for a prize.

I propose to wager 200 war horses
from Cangbei.

Whoever defeats me will get the prize.

Granted.

Thank you, Your Highness.

We should kindly respond to it.

Since General Lei proposed it,
we should also provide a prize.

If you win,

Cangbei will get 1,000 forging blades.

Your Majesty, that's a good prize,
but it's not what I want.

What do you want?

I want to request an item
from Prince Ding.

Years ago, my father died
under his Lanyun Spear.

Today, if I am fortunate enough to win,

Prince Ding will give me the Spear.
It's to rest my father's soul.

Prince Ding is a little drunk
and has excused himself to sober up.

General Lei,
how about changing the prize?

Prince Ding isn't here, but his wife is.

It's just an old spear.

Prince Ding is now disabled.

He can't use the spear anymore.
Better to give it to me.

And I'll put it to good use.

Besides, I'm not asking
to fight Prince Ding.

Anyone from Dachu can step up.

Dachu, a big country, claims
to be teeming with capable men.

How is it possible
that none of you can fight?

Rude!

Ignorant man, you're quite insolent.

You wretch, I'll teach you a lesson!

- Father!
- Sit down!

He is too insolent.

Sit down!

Princess Ding.

So, about the prize I want,
will you provide it or not?

Though we may no longer
be as illustrious as we once were,

we can certainly
offer a spear as a prize.

It's a pity. A true man deserves

to have the spear.

But General Lei, I don't think you...

What are you implying?

You mean I am unworthy of your spear?

No offense,

but since you ask, I have to explain.

The Spear was from our late Emperor,

with inscribed words,
"Loyal" and "Brave".

It's meant to praise Prince Ding
for his loyalty and bravery.

You're undoubtedly brave.

However,

a traitor who served four masters
is never considered loyal.

How dare you!

Your clan once served Prince Gun,

but betrayed him and turned to Narong
for personal profit.

When Narong collapsed,
you shifted allegiance to Xiduo.

Your loyalty swayed with the wind.

When Xiduo lost to Cangbei,
you became subjects of Cangbei.

Serving four masters.
You're unbelievably "loyal".

You're dead!

Prince Ding came.

You want a duel? I'll fight you.

You want the Lanyun Spear?
Let's see if you can have it.

Charge!

Father!

- Awesome!
- Awesome!

Withdraw!

- Awesome!
- Awesome!

Well done!

This arrogant man deserves it.

We lost.

Prince Ding is quite strong.
Cangbei concedes defeat.

The two hundred warhorses will
be delivered to your nation's border.

Thank you.

Prince Ding, you're finally cured
after so many years.

It's truly a blessing for our nation.

What a delightful surprise.

Your Majesty, I didn't mean to conceal.

My leg was cured not long ago
and is still weak.

I should not stand up.

But the situation was urgent,
forcing me to give it a try.

Now, I have another urgent matter
to report.

Zhang Hengyuan, how do you explain?

Your Majesties, I'm wrongfully accused!

This must be a frame-up!

I am but a Maritime Trade Commissioner.

Without power or influence,
how would I dare conspire with Cangbei?

This is an immense slander!

Take him out! Interrogate him!

Yes.

Your Majesty, please!
I'm wrongfully accused!

Your Majesty, I'm wrongly accused!

Your Majesty, I'll carefully interrogate
and show no leniency.

Prince Li's case has
already occupied all your time.

This case shall be left
to Jingzhao Prefecture.

As you command.

Duke Hua has arrived.

Your Majesties,
guards have been sent to verify.

The storehouse is full of dead killers,
and all of them are palace eunuchs.

The eunuch who guided Prince Ding
was killed in his room.

Duke Hua was absent just now.

Prince Ding, recount the entire story
to Duke Hua once more.

Yes.

I received an urgent report
from Gongshu Yang,

Military Governor of Huaixi.

He intercepted a letter from Cangbei.

The letter says

Zhang Hengyuan will kill Zhong Xingtong,

Vice Director of Ministry of Works
after today's banquet.

Zhong Xingtong excels
in mechanical engineering.

Before, methods for improving weaponry
and forging fine steel weapons

all came from him.

He's now developing a new crossbow,
called "Mountain Breaker".

This crossbow has immense power
and an extremely long range.

Additionally, its ingenious structure
makes it easy to transport.

It truly is a powerful weapon
for storming cities and strongholds.

From this, I think

Cangbei must have discovered
our vital weapon is nearly completed.

They feel threatened
and intend to eliminate it.

This is utterly outrageous.

Marquis Muyang,
what's your take on this?

No need to be evasive.

Just ask directly
if this has anything to do with me.

Your Majesties.

Zhang Hengyuan has served
as an official for over ten years,

from a seventh-rank magistrate
to the Maritime Trade Commissioner.

Although not a pillar of the court,

he is cautious and diligent.

He often says
a poor scholar like him coming this far

is solely due to the grace
of Your Majesties.

Today, as a court official,
he's living an affluent life.

I truly cannot figure out why he riskily
colludes with the external enemy.

Could he possibly be plotting rebellion?

Moreover, assassinating a prince
within the imperial palace?

Does Zhang Hengyuan have the bravery
or the capability for that?

Zhang Hengyuan doesn't,
but others might do.

Others? Are you referring to me?

Ms. Qin, where is my father?

What exactly happened?

You've been in the capital
for two years now, right?

It is time for you to return to Lingnan
and see your mom.

Why would I suddenly have to go back?

What has happened?

Well...

What exactly happened to my father?

Please tell me.

What's wrong with him?

When did your leg injury heal?

Seeing your swift movements just now,

I could scarcely believe it.

Thank you for your concern.

Ye Li carefully cured me
with acupuncture and medicine.

In truth, my leg was better
a few days ago.

But I couldn't walk very well.

I kept it quiet
to avoid unnecessary complications.

Unexpectedly, what happened today
forced me to stand.

It's a blessing.

Good! Heaven bless you.

Today, you fought for pride.

But you're not fully healed yet.
Be careful.

Take good care of yourself,
and do not fight again.

I will, sir.

Has your heart condition
been stable recently?

Don't worry.

I'm not very busy now
or getting over-tired.

I feel much healthier.

You take good care of yourself.

Yes.

Greetings, sir.

Is this Ye Li?

Yes, my wife.

Little Li, you've grown this big!

You have a confident manner
like your grandfather.

How is he now?

Thank you for your concern.

My grandfather is in good health.

He compiles and writes books
with the others.

He also fishes and gardens
in his leisure time, quite content.

Good, I am relieved to know that.

After all these years,
the situation has become generally calm.

If your grandfather wants,
I would petition to reopen Lishan.

Thank you.

Grandfather often says

that nature nurtures one's character
and that writing clears the mind.

Now, he prefers to remain secluded,

living a quiet life.

Well, I see.

I know him well,
so I'm not surprised at his choice.

Now, you and Yao are perfectly matched.

I'm so happy for you two.

You may go home.

Yao forced himself to fight.
He must rest and recover properly.

Please take good care of him.

Sure, I will.

After all, I'm also quite happy

to see Yao back on his feet.

Alright, I'm off.

Take care.

See you.

(Danque Gate)

Li.

You go home first.

Zhang Hengyuan's case involves many,
and I must handle it personally.

I have to go home late today.

Your legs have only just improved.

I'll be waiting at home. Come back
as early as possible for your treatment.

As you command, my dear.

Once my official duties are finished,
I will return home.

And you can do with me as you want.

Wonderful!
I'll do an extra hour of acupuncture.

My dear wife is quite heartless.

But I'm okay with the needles.

I'm okay with whatever you do.

No matter how bitter the medicine is
or how hot the moxibustion is,

I'm happy to accept it.

This urgent secret letter from Cangbei
arrived from Huaixi yesterday.

It was intercepted by Gongshu Yang,
Military Governor of Huaixi.

It reached the capital
after quite a few setbacks,

making Zhang Hengyuan
kill Zhong Xingtong,

Vice Director of the Ministry of Works.

Did you have any inkling of this before?

This concerns our diplomatic relations.
Please read the letter carefully.

Your Majesty, please trust me.
I knew absolutely nothing of this.

As Cangbei has a newly seated ruler,
a power struggle is going on.

There are plenty
who bear grudges against me.

Even though the letter came
from Cangbei,

it must have been schemed
by treacherous individuals.

I'll ensure a full investigation
and show no leniency.

My brother shares my sentiments.

We both prioritize the restoration
of relations and the open flow of trade.

This path benefits all
and is a blessing for the people.

The ceasefire

and friendly intercourse

are the right choices.

I'm serious, Your Majesty.

Sit down.

No need to be so formal.

I am truly fond of you.

I wonder who could obtain your favor.

I'll be delighted

if our states become united
through marriage.

Dachu is full of good men.

To be honest,

I've indeed met someone I like in Dachu.

One of the men at the banquet?

He's not of noble blood.
Simply an old friend of mine.

To gain your favor,
he must be exceptional.

When the time is right,
I will bring him myself to meet you.

Do you trust Lingyun's words today?

Could she honestly be unaware
of the assassination plot?

I just don't believe it.

Even if she knew,
it doesn't mean she ordered it.

Her brother just ascended the throne.
Opposition in Cangbei is strong.

If Zhong Xingtong died
right after she arrived in Dachu,

it would cast suspicion on her
as Cangbei's princess.

You always see the best in others.

By the way,
your father is 60 years old, isn't he?

Why mention my father so suddenly?

I've noticed
he has written to you a lot recently.

Have you considered returning
to see him?

The cases involving Yuan Fang,
Mo Jingli, and Zhang Hengyuan

are growing more complex
and delving deeper.

Still, we must press on
and uncover the truth.

I fear what we uncover might sadden you.

If I wanted to leave, I'd be long gone.

I remain in the capital for you.

It is to serve as your eyes and hands.

I don't care about others,
and they can't sadden me.

My only concern is your well-being.

Remember,
my loyalty lies solely with you.

Of course, I remember.

(Yuncha Posthouse)

Your Highness, I've uncovered the truth.

It's a complex matter.

A lot of Dachu-made weapons
were found in barracks a year or so ago.

How can you tell they're their weapons?

Observe this blade, Your Highness.
It was made by Dachu.

Zhong Xingtong, a workman from Dachu,
has developed the forging method.

This made their blades extremely sharp
and armor exceptionally resilient.

They suspected
traitors were smuggling arms to us.

So, they sent Yuan Fang to investigate.

Indeed, right after arriving in Huaixi,

he uncovered fraud
involving military supplies and weapons.

But before he could dig deeper,
he was killed.

Dachu immediately sent Gongshu Yang
to take up the investigation.

He is the Empress Dowager's trusted man,

highly capable, having served long
in the Jingzhao Prefecture.

This case seems aimed squarely at us.

What makes you think so, Your Highness?

The arrival time of this letter
is suspicious.

My brother has just taken the throne.

Internal strife continues in Cangbei.

I came to Dachu
for friendly diplomatic relations.

But for personal profit, many officials
don't want to see that happen.

If Zhong Xingtong died
right after we arrived,

Dachu would surely
become deeply suspicious of us.

The peace talks would fail.

Dachu is currently
investigating the matter.

Mo Xiuyao got lucky and showed off.

During the martial contest,
if he hadn't appeared...

How many times have I told you?

You're always so hot-tempered
and reckless.

It's okay if you want to show your valor
or challenge others physically.

But during the banquet,
you provoked people

and even tried to attack Princess Ding.

Our mission concerns relations
between the two states.

Without an unexpected event yesterday,
what would happen in the end?

How would Dachu think of Cangbei?

Your Highness, I only meant
to show them our strength.

My father...

Remember, you're a general of Cangbei.

And you are supposed to assist me
on this mission.

If you not only fail to help me succeed
but also disrupt my plans,

don't blame me for being harsh.

I see, Your Highness.

Who's there?

It's you. What is it?

Your Highness,
Prince Ding and Lady Lin are here

to discuss tomorrow's plans with you.

Haven't I told you?

Do not approach
while I'm discussing important matters.

I deserve punishment.

Kneel in the courtyard. For four hours.

Yes, Your Highness.

You personally came to Dachu.

It shows you long for peace
between our nations.

As for the letter,

Dachu believes
you have nothing to do with it.

During my journey from Cangbei to Dachu,

the common folks, learning the reason
for my visit, gathered to see me off.

It proves that peace is the shared wish
of both peoples.

With the promise from Prince Ding,
Cangbei will certainly act in good faith

to form good relations.

Excellent. I'll find out the truth
about the letter.

Since you've come to Dachu,

is there any place you wish to go?
There are many scenic spots here.

On my way from Cangbei to Dachu,

many commoners learned of my purpose
and came to see me off.

They repeated a saying
from Master Zhihe.

It's wise to turn enemies into friends.

I came for peace talks between us.
I wish to meet Master Zhihe.

It's partly to realize the wish
of both peoples.

Good idea. Master Zhihe has been
lecturing on scripture at the temple.

You're going there to pray for peace.

It will surely become a cherished story
for future generations.

Then it's settled.

Tomorrow at the Chen hour,
I will escort you to meet Master Zhihe.

Thank you.

She has spared you.

Get up.

(Yuncha Posthouse)

Your Highness? Why are you here?

I'm waiting here for His Highness.

Where is His Highness?

Tomorrow we'll escort Princess Lingyun
to meet Master Zhihe.

His Highness...

What brings you here?

Passing by on my way home,

I saw Jin and your carriage here.

I guessed you'd be inside.

Let's go home together.

Prince Ding! Prince Ding, wait a moment!

Prince Ding, please wait!

Give me a moment.

You recognized me.

It's been a long time.

Indeed, it has.

My mother was severely ill
and passed away in exile.

My sister couldn't bear the bitter cold
of the borderlands and hanged herself.

I was lucky and met Princess Lingyun.

Living is what matters.

Yes, it is.

And you?

Eight years ago, you injured your leg
on the battlefield and couldn't stand.

Yet just days ago,
I saw you on the training ground.

You're as brave and strong as before.

Has your injury been cured?

My wife healed me.

That's wonderful.

Take care.

You nasty woman, get out!

Zuidie.

(Qiongying Residence)

Zuidie! Zuidie, you're awake!

How are you feeling?

Ms. Wen?

It's me. I'm here, Zuidie.

Well, she is...

She is an old acquaintance of mine.

Her family fell on hard times,
and she's been drifting alone for years.

She's suffered a lot.

Returning from my family tonight,
I happened to see her collapsed,

so I brought her back for treatment.

She says she escaped
after being bullied.

The physician also confirmed
her injuries were caused by beatings.

Li, I'm worried about her
and want her to stay here for a few days

until she's better.

Is that allowed?

Since she's your old friend,
of course, I'm okay with it.

Your Highness.

Your hair is damp from the rain.
Please dry it with this kerchief.

Then, I'll go prepare hot water.

I...

What are you doing?

I don't like light-colored ones.

I want to pick them out.

Su Zuidie, daughter of the former chief
of the Eastern Palace guards.

In our youth, she was betrothed to me.

But we were very young then.
I have little memory of her.

That's why I didn't recognize her
when I met her again.

Her entire family was implicated
by the Eastern Palace.

Some were sentenced, others exiled.

When I was escorted back to the capital,

no one was left in her household.

We lost contact thereafter.

She now serves Princess Lingyun,

and she seems to be having a hard time.

The Wen family and the Su family
were close for generations.

Seeing Su Zuidie collapse,
she can't just stand by.

That makes perfect sense.

Then, take this bowl of sugar to her.

(How many men did the court send?)

(The Yingyang Battalion,
the Huben Squad.)

(Over 200 men)

(sealed off Lishan completely.)

(Let alone a person,
not even a mouse could slip through.)

(Lishan Mountain stretches long
with towering peaks.)

(Could they tightly block all paths?)

(They only need
to guard the main roads.)

(Behind Lishan are sheer cliffs
and chasms impassable even to birds.)

(These are natural barriers.)

Your Highness,
you should eat something and rest.

His Highness's belongings got messed up
by the court officials.

It won't take just a day or two
to tidy up.

Yes, Your Highness.

How about I pour you a cup of tea?

Don't worry about me.

I'd like to be alone for a while.

(To Mo Jingli of Lishan Academy)
Ye Li?

(To Mo Jingli of Lishan Academy)

(To Mo Jingli of Lishan Academy)

Your Highness.

Li!

Why is he still here?

He refuses to leave.

But you can kick him out.

I tried.

How did you try?

I had accounts stop paying his wages.

I won't go.

I still owe you two lives.
I must repay you.

I told you.

This way.

Thank you.

Your Highness.

My lady instructed me
to give this to you.

What is this?

My lady discovered this
while sorting His Highness's belongings.

(Preview)

Zhang Hengyuan is not tough,
so he won't last long against Mo Xiuyao.

Finish him.

(To Mo Jingli of Lishan Academy)
Ye Li, I truly don't understand you.

Did you ever take our marriage to heart?

I don't wish
to be an ignorant housewife.

Perhaps we don't know each other well.

Qin Cang, he's going to kill you!

Qin Cang!

♪Memories hold you back
from fulfilling your dreams♪

♪Only by moving forward
can you find reunion♪

♪Endings only mark new routes♪

♪It's all part of the scenery♪

♪To the horizon's call♪

♪Your journey hasn't started♪

♪Towards mountains,
chase the stars bright♪

♪Both joy and grief
make the trip worthwhile♪

♪Trying to catch up
to your own lost shadow♪

♪Within the wilds, echoes thrive♪

♪Clear mind leads to a clear path♪

♪Be grateful to your losses♪

♪Make your steps weightless♪

♪Towards mountains,
chase the stars bright♪

♪Let time embrace you
and wash away the past♪

♪Put every twist behind you,
drift leisurely through time♪

♪Make headway against the wind,
let mountains bow to your pace♪

♪Rush towards a life without regret♪

♪Let your nature burst free♪

♪Unbound by form♪

♪Let your nature burst free♪

♪Unbound by form♪