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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:51,541 --> 00:00:54,582 "Huayi Brothers Media Corporation and Huayi Brothers International Limited present" 2 00:00:55,625 --> 00:00:58,374 "a Film Workshop Co Ltd and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation production" 3 00:00:59,458 --> 00:01:02,457 "a Tsui Hark film" 4 00:01:07,916 --> 00:01:09,249 "In 689 A. D.," 5 00:01:11,000 --> 00:01:15,124 "upon Emperor Tang Gaozong's death," 6 00:01:17,625 --> 00:01:23,207 "Empress Wu, a regent for 7 years," 7 00:01:25,416 --> 00:01:28,374 "would soon be coroneted" 8 00:01:30,166 --> 00:01:34,999 "as history's first female emperor." 9 00:01:38,166 --> 00:01:41,249 "Royal clansmen and founding officials" 10 00:01:42,666 --> 00:01:45,874 "resented a woman usurping the throne" 11 00:01:48,083 --> 00:01:50,124 "and colluded" 12 00:01:51,125 --> 00:01:53,665 "to overthrow her reign." 13 00:01:56,583 --> 00:02:01,499 "Behind its peaceful facade, the capital was lurking with danger." 14 00:02:04,291 --> 00:02:07,957 "All hell was about to break loose. . ." 15 00:02:18,666 --> 00:02:23,832 < Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame > 16 00:02:37,458 --> 00:02:40,374 The Empress hereby decrees: 17 00:02:40,875 --> 00:02:44,957 The Court of State Ceremonials shall 18 00:02:45,250 --> 00:02:47,207 welcome Umayyad diplomat Aspar 19 00:02:47,708 --> 00:02:49,999 and escort him to the Towering Buddha 20 00:02:50,208 --> 00:02:52,624 to revere the Empress's divine glory. 21 00:03:02,416 --> 00:03:05,374 The Buddha is sixty six yards high, 22 00:03:05,583 --> 00:03:07,832 which means there are thirty three heavens 23 00:03:08,000 --> 00:03:09,832 beyond the first thirty three heavens, 24 00:03:10,000 --> 00:03:13,415 symbolizing reaching the ninth cloud. 25 00:03:13,583 --> 00:03:16,124 I already explained it to the General. 26 00:03:21,708 --> 00:03:24,124 Will it be ready before the Coronation? 27 00:03:24,250 --> 00:03:26,874 Sure, otherwise. . . 28 00:03:27,041 --> 00:03:29,999 my life cannot be spared. 29 00:03:39,833 --> 00:03:41,374 This is so spectacular! 30 00:03:41,625 --> 00:03:44,624 Huge resources have been spent on this. 31 00:03:44,791 --> 00:03:48,124 2 million catties of metal were used. 32 00:03:48,583 --> 00:03:52,665 More than 1 000 catties are burnt each day. 33 00:03:52,958 --> 00:03:55,624 The temperature is too high here. 34 00:03:56,041 --> 00:03:59,790 Bring water and a towel for the General! 35 00:04:14,125 --> 00:04:16,499 The General asked of whom the portrait is. 36 00:04:18,125 --> 00:04:20,415 This is Lu Li, our Imperial Chaplain. 37 00:04:20,583 --> 00:04:23,624 He's very potent and trusted by the Empress! 38 00:04:23,791 --> 00:04:27,415 These are amulets bestowed by the Chaplain. 39 00:04:27,583 --> 00:04:30,207 They can dispel evil and thwart disaster... 40 00:04:35,333 --> 00:04:36,707 It's unbearably hot inside the Buddha. 41 00:04:36,875 --> 00:04:39,790 We need to drink at least 2 liters of water a day. 42 00:04:41,500 --> 00:04:42,415 We have to report this! 43 00:04:43,666 --> 00:04:46,415 This is serious and we should do it before lives are lost! 44 00:04:49,166 --> 00:04:50,374 Shatuo, you better go. 45 00:04:53,291 --> 00:04:54,415 Let's go up from here. 46 00:04:54,708 --> 00:04:58,915 Today's so clear we can see miles from here! 47 00:05:12,625 --> 00:05:15,457 This tubular pillar is crucial to the Buddha. 48 00:05:15,708 --> 00:05:19,040 It's 72 yards long and made from one casting. 49 00:05:19,208 --> 00:05:21,165 It is surrounded by. . . 50 00:05:21,458 --> 00:05:23,624 81 steel chains. 51 00:05:23,791 --> 00:05:26,040 In the face of hurricanes or earthquakes, 52 00:05:26,208 --> 00:05:28,874 the chains will pull in the opposite direction to prevent collapsing. 53 00:05:36,166 --> 00:05:41,040 General, these are the Buddha's two eyes. 54 00:05:41,208 --> 00:05:42,624 Master Jia... Master Jia. . . 55 00:05:42,791 --> 00:05:43,790 Don't you see we have guests here? 56 00:05:45,083 --> 00:05:47,915 Please. . . 57 00:05:48,583 --> 00:05:50,040 - What's the matter with you? - When you... 58 00:05:50,375 --> 00:05:51,790 inspected the pillar yesterday, 59 00:05:51,958 --> 00:05:53,540 you removed some amulets. 60 00:05:53,833 --> 00:05:55,665 Should we put them back? 61 00:05:55,916 --> 00:05:57,082 They haven't been put back? 62 00:05:57,541 --> 00:06:01,582 Moving the amulets will bring bad luck, so... 63 00:06:02,666 --> 00:06:03,749 After you have moved them, 64 00:06:03,916 --> 00:06:05,082 - we all feel so scared that. . . - I know. 65 00:06:05,250 --> 00:06:07,165 nobody dared to put them back. 66 00:06:07,583 --> 00:06:09,457 Our work has been stuck. 67 00:06:09,625 --> 00:06:11,749 Put them back right away. Hurry up! 68 00:06:11,916 --> 00:06:13,499 It's needless to say. 69 00:06:25,666 --> 00:06:26,832 This way, please. 70 00:06:42,125 --> 00:06:43,624 The General says we can see 71 00:06:43,791 --> 00:06:45,499 the coronation stage here. 72 00:06:51,666 --> 00:06:52,624 The General says... 73 00:07:01,791 --> 00:07:04,290 Sir... Sir... 74 00:07:11,500 --> 00:07:12,790 Master Jia 75 00:07:34,166 --> 00:07:36,832 "Produced by Wang Zhongjun" 76 00:07:39,208 --> 00:07:42,040 "Producer Wang Zhonglei" 77 00:07:43,125 --> 00:07:46,165 "Executive Producer Nansun Shi" 78 00:07:48,000 --> 00:07:51,207 "Executive Producer Peggy Lee" 79 00:07:52,666 --> 00:07:55,207 "Starring Andy Lau" 80 00:07:57,416 --> 00:08:00,874 "Starring Carina Lau Li Bingbing" 81 00:08:01,541 --> 00:08:05,790 "Starring Deng Chao" 82 00:08:07,041 --> 00:08:10,207 "Special Appearance Tony Leung Ka Fai" 83 00:08:12,416 --> 00:08:15,874 "Action Director Sammo Hung" 84 00:08:17,166 --> 00:08:20,374 "Executive Producer Chen Kuo Fu" 85 00:08:22,000 --> 00:08:25,499 "Produced & Directed by Tsui Hark" 86 00:08:26,541 --> 00:08:27,207 Master Xue. 87 00:08:27,791 --> 00:08:28,707 Yes. . . 88 00:08:31,083 --> 00:08:33,457 Sir, the corpse has been burnt to ashes. 89 00:08:33,833 --> 00:08:35,207 No flesh was left. 90 00:08:35,375 --> 00:08:36,540 So strange? 91 00:08:37,375 --> 00:08:40,415 We must find out the cause of the fire. 92 00:08:42,041 --> 00:08:43,124 Any forensic findings from the corpse? 93 00:08:43,583 --> 00:08:45,957 Sir! We found this on the corpse. 94 00:08:49,833 --> 00:08:54,082 Phosphorus! The corpse is filled with it! 95 00:08:55,833 --> 00:08:59,457 Much phosphorus is stored inside the Buddha to melt the copper. 96 00:08:59,666 --> 00:09:03,040 I bet this gave the murderer the opportunity 97 00:09:04,291 --> 00:09:06,499 to use what's already in the scene. 98 00:09:10,208 --> 00:09:13,499 Master Jia was burnt by yellow phosphorus! 99 00:09:14,083 --> 00:09:16,040 No, not the phosphorus. 100 00:09:20,958 --> 00:09:24,624 The flame exploded from inside the body. 101 00:09:25,458 --> 00:09:28,582 Pei? How could the flame explode from inside? 102 00:09:28,750 --> 00:09:30,124 Sir, look at his shoe. 103 00:09:32,750 --> 00:09:34,124 The bones were burnt to ashes 104 00:09:34,833 --> 00:09:35,290 and left inside the shoe, 105 00:09:35,500 --> 00:09:37,124 but its outside remains unscathed. 106 00:09:37,375 --> 00:09:39,624 The flame must have been burnt from inside. 107 00:09:39,916 --> 00:09:41,540 Otherwise, how could this have happened? 108 00:09:43,208 --> 00:09:44,207 Perhaps not! 109 00:09:44,625 --> 00:09:45,790 But the corpse is dense with phosphorus. 110 00:09:45,958 --> 00:09:49,874 Someone must have poisoned his food! 111 00:09:50,291 --> 00:09:53,624 Phosphorus stinks. He couldn't miss it. 112 00:09:54,166 --> 00:09:55,165 Even if he had taken it by mistake, 113 00:09:55,333 --> 00:09:56,165 the symptoms should be. . . 114 00:09:56,333 --> 00:09:58,832 shortness of breath and bodily pain, but not be aflame. 115 00:10:00,666 --> 00:10:05,207 Cut the crap. The murderer is among you. 116 00:10:06,083 --> 00:10:07,749 Nab them all back for interrogation! 117 00:10:07,916 --> 00:10:08,999 Sir... Sir. 118 00:10:17,000 --> 00:10:17,665 Don't panic! 119 00:10:17,833 --> 00:10:20,665 We can continue our work after the interrogation. 120 00:10:21,416 --> 00:10:23,665 You... the supervisor. 121 00:10:28,083 --> 00:10:29,915 Sir, if you arrest me, 122 00:10:30,166 --> 00:10:32,457 our work will be delayed and we're doomed. 123 00:10:32,625 --> 00:10:33,707 What's in your left hand? 124 00:10:36,416 --> 00:10:41,582 What is this? What happened to your hand? 125 00:10:42,208 --> 00:10:43,874 I was punished by the Ministry of Justice 126 00:10:49,375 --> 00:10:51,582 and had been jailed for eight years 127 00:10:52,583 --> 00:10:55,332 for involving in Detective Dee's treason. 128 00:10:56,791 --> 00:10:57,832 Treason? 129 00:11:02,416 --> 00:11:04,624 A dork like you in treason? 130 00:11:05,083 --> 00:11:06,749 Then you had to be involved. 131 00:11:11,250 --> 00:11:16,290 Sir, if the Buddha can't be finished on time, the Empress will blame us. 132 00:11:16,916 --> 00:11:19,457 Supreme Court won't be better off either. 133 00:11:20,750 --> 00:11:22,790 You dare to threaten us with the Empress? 134 00:11:23,583 --> 00:11:26,457 Good. I'll give you want you want. 135 00:11:29,625 --> 00:11:30,915 I'll chop your right hand off as well. 136 00:11:31,916 --> 00:11:33,165 He was struck by divine intervention! 137 00:11:34,833 --> 00:11:37,707 Master Jia was struck by divine intervention! 138 00:11:38,791 --> 00:11:39,707 Out of my way! 139 00:11:40,083 --> 00:11:41,624 You bugger, cut this crap! 140 00:11:41,750 --> 00:11:43,749 What superstition are you trying to say? 141 00:11:43,916 --> 00:11:45,582 What divine intervention? Spit it out! 142 00:11:46,791 --> 00:11:49,957 Master Jia moved the amulets 143 00:11:50,125 --> 00:11:51,332 during his inspection a few days ago. 144 00:11:52,291 --> 00:11:55,415 Bestowed amulets should never be moved. 145 00:11:56,708 --> 00:11:58,290 Stop spreading these fallacies! 146 00:11:58,458 --> 00:12:01,082 Amulets? Can't be moved? 147 00:12:10,000 --> 00:12:11,374 Let me do it. 148 00:12:14,875 --> 00:12:16,415 What's up? You want to try too? 149 00:12:16,958 --> 00:12:19,457 Do you believe it? 150 00:12:21,541 --> 00:12:22,665 Let me move one and you'll all see 151 00:12:25,291 --> 00:12:28,332 if divine intervention would strike me now! 152 00:12:30,291 --> 00:12:32,040 Nab all those who went to the top today 153 00:12:32,291 --> 00:12:33,665 and take them back. 154 00:12:33,958 --> 00:12:36,999 Handcuff them up at the main gate. 155 00:12:42,333 --> 00:12:44,665 Donglai, you come with me to the Palace 156 00:12:44,833 --> 00:12:46,665 and report the case to the Empress. 157 00:12:46,833 --> 00:12:49,290 Everybody else guards over here. 158 00:12:49,916 --> 00:12:52,457 Arrest them all when you've order from the Empress. 159 00:12:52,625 --> 00:12:53,499 Yes, Sir! 160 00:13:14,333 --> 00:13:17,999 Your Majesty, General Yao just entered, 161 00:13:18,375 --> 00:13:21,874 leading 200 soldiers from Longzhou. 162 00:13:22,458 --> 00:13:25,874 Following behind is General Qiu, 163 00:13:26,125 --> 00:13:29,082 with an army of 600 to protect Your Majesty. 164 00:13:32,250 --> 00:13:34,374 Your Majesty, Master Xue of Supreme Court 165 00:13:34,541 --> 00:13:36,165 and his subordinate Pei request an interview! 166 00:13:36,750 --> 00:13:37,707 Let them approach! 167 00:13:50,000 --> 00:13:52,040 Your Majesty, Pei Donglai of Supreme Court. 168 00:13:52,250 --> 00:13:55,665 Regarding the torched death of Jia Yi, 169 00:13:55,833 --> 00:13:57,624 - my preliminary investigation indicates. . . - He's on fire! 170 00:14:04,458 --> 00:14:05,957 What's wrong with Master Jia? 171 00:14:06,250 --> 00:14:07,249 How come he's on fire? 172 00:14:08,500 --> 00:14:10,374 - Protect Her Majesty! - Protect Her Majesty! 173 00:14:48,083 --> 00:14:49,249 The Empress hereby decrees: 174 00:14:49,625 --> 00:14:53,040 2000 more Guards shall be garrisoned inside the palace. 175 00:14:53,333 --> 00:14:56,124 Those without permits shall be killed without reprieve. 176 00:14:58,958 --> 00:15:00,790 The Palace becomes so dark by night. 177 00:15:02,625 --> 00:15:04,415 Fire is not allowed in the palace any more. 178 00:15:04,583 --> 00:15:06,790 All flames were replaced by night pearls. 179 00:15:07,208 --> 00:15:08,957 Nobody knows what had happened to the Empress. 180 00:15:09,333 --> 00:15:10,707 All food and drinks came from outside... 181 00:15:10,916 --> 00:15:12,874 and they all turned cold when delivered to the Empress. 182 00:15:13,375 --> 00:15:14,999 We all worry about her. 183 00:15:18,833 --> 00:15:22,040 Your Majesty... Your Majesty. 184 00:15:24,625 --> 00:15:25,832 I don't want to smell that again! 185 00:15:26,583 --> 00:15:27,457 The coronation is imminent. 186 00:15:27,625 --> 00:15:28,874 Your Majesty should mind your health. 187 00:15:29,291 --> 00:15:31,415 I've even ordered your favorite soup. 188 00:15:41,208 --> 00:15:44,290 You don't need to test-eat anymore. 189 00:15:44,708 --> 00:15:46,665 Leave that to your subordinates. 190 00:15:47,666 --> 00:15:49,499 Your Majesty has to rule the world. 191 00:15:50,000 --> 00:15:53,665 I live and die for Your Majesty. 192 00:15:56,041 --> 00:16:00,499 Remember you have to stay alive. 193 00:16:01,666 --> 00:16:04,165 Only then can you defeat your enemies. 194 00:16:05,250 --> 00:16:07,790 Since I entered the palace at the age of 14, 195 00:16:08,000 --> 00:16:09,749 I've braved through crises after crises. 196 00:16:09,916 --> 00:16:13,832 Had I been careless, I'd have been crushed 197 00:16:16,791 --> 00:16:19,915 I would never think of ascending the throne by a woman. 198 00:16:23,000 --> 00:16:26,290 Your Majesty, dinner is safe to eat. 199 00:16:40,208 --> 00:16:43,082 Your Majesty, the Imperial Chaplain is here. 200 00:16:45,041 --> 00:16:46,915 - Hurry up... - Where? 201 00:16:58,208 --> 00:16:59,624 Everything is transient; 202 00:17:00,083 --> 00:17:01,665 follow Heaven's Mandate. 203 00:17:03,208 --> 00:17:06,999 Welcome, Chaplain. Everyone, on your knees! 204 00:17:07,250 --> 00:17:08,290 Yes, Your Majesty. 205 00:17:10,583 --> 00:17:12,374 The astronomical phenomena have been chaotic. 206 00:17:12,541 --> 00:17:14,249 An evil availed of my spiritual sabbatical 207 00:17:14,416 --> 00:17:17,624 to disturb the royal soil against nature. 208 00:17:17,958 --> 00:17:20,540 Would the Chaplain please enlighten me? 209 00:17:20,750 --> 00:17:22,540 The evil has been committing crimes 210 00:17:22,791 --> 00:17:25,415 as Venus has left the Palace for 8 years. 211 00:17:25,583 --> 00:17:28,457 It's being locked up and has not returned. 212 00:17:28,625 --> 00:17:33,249 Locked up? Is Venus a prisoner? 213 00:17:34,833 --> 00:17:38,624 Venus originated from Yang Qui of Dee City. 214 00:17:40,125 --> 00:17:41,332 Left the Palace for 8 years? 215 00:17:41,500 --> 00:17:43,374 Originated from Dee City? 216 00:17:44,125 --> 00:17:47,124 Does the Chaplain mean Detective Dee? 217 00:17:48,333 --> 00:17:50,915 8 years ago, Dee opposed your regency 218 00:17:51,083 --> 00:17:52,582 and was jailed for treason. 219 00:17:52,750 --> 00:17:53,957 If we release him, 220 00:17:54,583 --> 00:17:56,874 the dissenters will become more recalcitrant! 221 00:17:57,041 --> 00:17:58,332 Please think twice, Your Majesty. 222 00:17:59,625 --> 00:18:03,332 As soon as Venus has returned, 223 00:18:03,500 --> 00:18:07,040 chaos will end and all stars are at peace. 224 00:18:08,125 --> 00:18:13,165 Find out whether Dee is dead or alive? 225 00:18:19,416 --> 00:18:20,457 May I know who you are? 226 00:18:21,500 --> 00:18:22,832 "MINISTER OFFICE" 227 00:18:25,083 --> 00:18:26,874 Welcome, Officer Shangguan. 228 00:18:29,166 --> 00:18:32,790 LIAISON OFFICE, for filing provincial memorials 229 00:18:33,166 --> 00:18:34,540 The East needs 6,000 soldiers to suppress the barbarians. 230 00:18:35,041 --> 00:18:39,665 The South reported floodings along Yao River. 231 00:18:39,875 --> 00:18:41,332 Memorial to Public Works Dept. 232 00:18:42,291 --> 00:18:44,249 The South has been such a mess lately. 233 00:18:44,500 --> 00:18:48,040 After the flood came the starvation. 234 00:18:50,041 --> 00:18:53,374 Tie your tongue and get the memorials. 235 00:18:54,375 --> 00:18:56,624 Here come the memorials. Talk later. 236 00:18:56,791 --> 00:18:59,165 The earlier we burn them, the earlier we can rest. 237 00:19:01,041 --> 00:19:03,707 Memorials are prescriptions for the state. 238 00:19:04,125 --> 00:19:06,915 We know the state's illness by reading them. 239 00:19:07,416 --> 00:19:10,499 But the memorials in recent years show that 240 00:19:10,708 --> 00:19:12,082 people are living in contentment. 241 00:19:12,208 --> 00:19:14,290 people's livelihood has improved 242 00:19:14,625 --> 00:19:15,957 and they are living in contentment. 243 00:19:16,166 --> 00:19:18,915 You might as well save your breath. 244 00:19:22,583 --> 00:19:23,499 Ling. . . 245 00:19:24,166 --> 00:19:29,999 we might get involved this time. 246 00:19:31,083 --> 00:19:32,374 What? 247 00:19:37,750 --> 00:19:38,707 Listen. 248 00:19:40,000 --> 00:19:40,999 Yes! 249 00:19:42,208 --> 00:19:44,915 I hear that! Quite a number of men. . . 250 00:19:45,750 --> 00:19:48,749 You said if you were to leave here alive, 251 00:19:48,916 --> 00:19:51,332 you might have to fight a big battle. . . 252 00:19:52,333 --> 00:19:53,540 A battle of life and death. 253 00:19:53,708 --> 00:19:54,957 Do what I taught you. 254 00:19:55,125 --> 00:19:56,832 Yes, I'm ready for it. 255 00:20:40,416 --> 00:20:41,332 Push the cart down. 256 00:21:10,416 --> 00:21:11,332 20cm to the left! 257 00:21:12,333 --> 00:21:13,290 1 cm below! 258 00:21:14,000 --> 00:21:14,999 Turn around and swing. . . 259 00:21:15,625 --> 00:21:16,582 Do it again! 260 00:21:42,708 --> 00:21:43,540 Surround the furnace! 261 00:21:43,708 --> 00:21:44,457 Get them alive! 262 00:21:44,625 --> 00:21:45,957 Don't let anyone flee! 263 00:21:48,916 --> 00:21:49,790 Protect the Officer! 264 00:21:49,958 --> 00:21:50,790 Get lost! 265 00:21:53,291 --> 00:21:54,665 There's ambush on the roof! 266 00:21:55,750 --> 00:21:58,374 Hidden arrows! Bend over! 267 00:22:00,875 --> 00:22:02,624 Nab them alive! Check who they are! 268 00:22:04,000 --> 00:22:05,540 They're killing themselves as their last resort. 269 00:22:17,625 --> 00:22:20,165 Don't let the assassins jump! Stop them! 270 00:22:21,041 --> 00:22:22,374 Help me to grab them back from the furnace. 271 00:22:22,541 --> 00:22:23,415 Yes. 272 00:22:29,041 --> 00:22:31,124 You! Go after the archer on the roof! 273 00:22:32,583 --> 00:22:35,124 Didn't you hear? Go after the archer! 274 00:22:35,583 --> 00:22:36,499 Yes. 275 00:22:36,833 --> 00:22:38,040 No need to chase. 276 00:22:38,250 --> 00:22:39,915 They can come and go at ease 277 00:22:40,208 --> 00:22:41,582 in this maximum security prison, 278 00:22:41,750 --> 00:22:43,582 They must be abetted by someone inside. 279 00:22:45,291 --> 00:22:46,249 Nonsense! 280 00:22:47,125 --> 00:22:49,207 How can the killers be our men? 281 00:22:49,375 --> 00:22:52,040 They can even kill themselves in the end. 282 00:22:52,333 --> 00:22:56,249 The leader behind is way too powerful for you. 283 00:22:56,416 --> 00:22:58,582 Perhaps not for her. 284 00:22:59,333 --> 00:23:03,124 This official is elegantly dressed with an impressing bearing. 285 00:23:05,000 --> 00:23:06,915 I bet you're from the Palace. 286 00:23:13,458 --> 00:23:17,374 No need. He's really blind. 287 00:23:20,625 --> 00:23:21,999 Why did you feign blindness? 288 00:23:23,625 --> 00:23:26,499 A peaceful heart will enhance my observations. 289 00:23:27,416 --> 00:23:30,165 To observe by heart is different from by eye. 290 00:23:30,333 --> 00:23:31,915 You're speaking my words. 291 00:23:32,125 --> 00:23:34,207 A blind like him 292 00:23:34,375 --> 00:23:35,999 sees the world clearer than we do. 293 00:23:36,166 --> 00:23:37,707 Forget it, Dee. 294 00:23:37,958 --> 00:23:39,124 You are no longer a prisoner. 295 00:23:39,333 --> 00:23:41,374 Can I call you Detective Dee now? 296 00:23:41,541 --> 00:23:44,040 Good or bad luck, only I myself will know 297 00:23:44,250 --> 00:23:45,665 This furnace is very hot 298 00:23:45,833 --> 00:23:47,999 but it's nothing when compared to the outside world. 299 00:23:48,916 --> 00:23:50,999 A single mistake will make myself on fire. 300 00:23:51,833 --> 00:23:53,832 If I don't leave, the fire will also come for me. 301 00:23:54,125 --> 00:23:55,832 Struggling for power starts the fire. 302 00:23:56,000 --> 00:23:59,707 No power means no fire, heaven for everyone. 303 00:24:00,375 --> 00:24:03,582 The outside world is really on fire now. 304 00:24:05,625 --> 00:24:07,332 Watch out for fire! 305 00:24:27,125 --> 00:24:31,499 Military examination in the year 689! 306 00:24:31,916 --> 00:24:35,165 On the right is Chen from Xiangzhou; 307 00:24:35,375 --> 00:24:37,124 his weapon will be the iron rod. 308 00:24:37,791 --> 00:24:41,499 On the left is Yen from Yangzhou; 309 00:24:41,750 --> 00:24:43,582 his weapon will be the meteor hammer. 310 00:24:43,875 --> 00:24:46,040 The tournament begins! 311 00:25:05,041 --> 00:25:07,415 Your Majesty, Dee has been brought here. 312 00:25:08,250 --> 00:25:09,582 You knew you're coming to see me, 313 00:25:09,750 --> 00:25:11,332 but you're still in prison clothes 314 00:25:11,500 --> 00:25:13,665 and you didn't even shave? 315 00:25:14,208 --> 00:25:16,874 Years ago when I opposed your regency, 316 00:25:17,041 --> 00:25:18,040 I had already been accused of treason. 317 00:25:18,666 --> 00:25:20,165 Now that your coronation is imminent, 318 00:25:20,333 --> 00:25:22,915 I might have to put them on again soon... 319 00:25:23,375 --> 00:25:25,332 So I decided not to change. 320 00:25:27,750 --> 00:25:29,540 Leave us alone, Jing'er. 321 00:25:32,083 --> 00:25:32,957 Yes. 322 00:25:48,916 --> 00:25:50,624 The Crown Prince was very little then. 323 00:25:50,833 --> 00:25:52,874 I helped him rule as an Empress Dowager. 324 00:25:53,041 --> 00:25:55,665 What's wrong with that? 325 00:25:56,083 --> 00:25:57,790 And yet you had to oppose. 326 00:25:57,958 --> 00:25:59,665 During my rule for the last 8 years, 327 00:25:59,833 --> 00:26:02,915 the state is incorrupt and the people rich. 328 00:26:03,083 --> 00:26:06,165 Even the Crown Prince begged me in writing to ascend the throne. 329 00:26:07,333 --> 00:26:09,832 What more can you say? 330 00:26:10,541 --> 00:26:11,624 Nothing. 331 00:26:13,000 --> 00:26:15,290 You men are just not used to women in power. 332 00:26:15,500 --> 00:26:18,124 One can't be conservative in state matters 333 00:26:18,291 --> 00:26:20,957 but has to reform constantly. 334 00:26:21,125 --> 00:26:22,165 Reform is good, 335 00:26:22,333 --> 00:26:25,540 but all new things will turn old one day. 336 00:26:26,166 --> 00:26:27,957 While the old are being replaced by the new, 337 00:26:28,416 --> 00:26:29,832 if it also involves their lives as well, 338 00:26:30,083 --> 00:26:31,082 then rebellions become inevitable. 339 00:26:31,250 --> 00:26:33,874 Not only men. . . even dogs will try to flee. 340 00:26:44,458 --> 00:26:46,415 Detective Dee is still Detective Dee. 341 00:26:47,291 --> 00:26:49,165 Your precious words are so hurtful to the ears. 342 00:26:55,375 --> 00:26:58,665 That was your badge 8 years ago. 343 00:26:59,333 --> 00:27:00,832 I'm returning it to you. 344 00:27:01,625 --> 00:27:02,874 You shall be my Imperial Commissioner 345 00:27:03,041 --> 00:27:04,499 in charge of the Phantom Flame Case. 346 00:27:04,666 --> 00:27:07,249 You shall work with Supreme Court 347 00:27:07,750 --> 00:27:10,999 to crack the case before my coronation! 348 00:27:36,375 --> 00:27:37,790 Why do you keep following me? 349 00:27:38,916 --> 00:27:41,207 Her Majesty knows you've suffered in jail 350 00:27:41,583 --> 00:27:43,707 and specifically ordered me to serve you. 351 00:27:44,958 --> 00:27:46,040 You have such a deadly look. 352 00:27:46,208 --> 00:27:48,915 It must be a pain to be served by you! 353 00:27:55,916 --> 00:27:57,624 So lively here? 354 00:27:57,958 --> 00:27:59,832 Who's having dinner in the inn? 355 00:28:00,250 --> 00:28:02,249 The Prince of Lanya is having a banquet. 356 00:28:02,875 --> 00:28:04,415 Li Xiao commands an army of 1 00,000 357 00:28:04,666 --> 00:28:06,374 and is haughty because of his royal status. 358 00:28:06,625 --> 00:28:07,915 He is at loggerheads with the Empress 359 00:28:08,083 --> 00:28:09,415 and has long intended to revolt. 360 00:28:10,333 --> 00:28:11,749 He must be involved in this case. 361 00:28:12,375 --> 00:28:13,665 You better check him out. 362 00:28:14,583 --> 00:28:15,499 Having the intention to revolt 363 00:28:15,666 --> 00:28:17,332 does not mean he's involved in this case. 364 00:28:17,625 --> 00:28:18,624 You better get it right. 365 00:28:24,250 --> 00:28:26,874 These are your clothings before you were jailed. 366 00:28:27,041 --> 00:28:29,040 Her Majesty ordered me to find these for you. 367 00:28:29,458 --> 00:28:31,624 Only my Dragon Taming Mace is missing. 368 00:28:33,750 --> 00:28:36,957 It's getting late and I won't go out any more. 369 00:28:37,541 --> 00:28:39,124 You don't have to keep an eye on me too. 370 00:28:43,833 --> 00:28:44,957 Have you forgotten? 371 00:28:45,625 --> 00:28:47,540 Her Majesty has ordered me to serve you. 372 00:28:50,708 --> 00:28:51,749 Without the order from the Empress, 373 00:28:51,916 --> 00:28:53,499 I will not go back tonight. 374 00:29:00,541 --> 00:29:04,957 To serve me. . . 375 00:29:13,416 --> 00:29:15,457 Where's the water? 376 00:29:15,791 --> 00:29:16,957 That's how you serve people? 377 00:29:22,625 --> 00:29:25,082 How can the Empress stand you? 378 00:29:25,833 --> 00:29:27,207 You are too weird to serve people 379 00:29:30,333 --> 00:29:32,040 and you're so impetuous. 380 00:29:32,500 --> 00:29:33,415 Yes, I am. 381 00:29:55,125 --> 00:29:58,540 I've given you the blade. 382 00:29:59,458 --> 00:30:01,499 Come, shave for me. 383 00:30:07,833 --> 00:30:08,707 Stop dodging if you have guts! 384 00:30:08,875 --> 00:30:10,457 The Empress asked you to serve me, 385 00:30:11,416 --> 00:30:12,540 but don't take it in face value. 386 00:30:13,875 --> 00:30:17,207 She wants you to spy on me but also to test you. . . 387 00:30:18,041 --> 00:30:19,374 For every single word you've said, 388 00:30:20,708 --> 00:30:22,874 I'll report to Her Majesty. 389 00:30:23,875 --> 00:30:25,499 All right, let me tell you this. 390 00:30:25,666 --> 00:30:27,540 She always overestimate herself and 391 00:30:28,375 --> 00:30:30,374 she does not believe in anyone. 392 00:30:31,000 --> 00:30:33,249 If we really become together, 393 00:30:34,041 --> 00:30:35,540 her suspicion will turn her against you. 394 00:30:36,041 --> 00:30:37,624 She won't let you off. 395 00:30:38,000 --> 00:30:39,040 Why do you stop shaving? 396 00:30:39,208 --> 00:30:41,249 My beard is not there. . . 397 00:30:42,500 --> 00:30:43,749 It's here. 398 00:30:48,083 --> 00:30:49,957 I suggest you tell her we can't get along. 399 00:30:51,083 --> 00:30:55,207 That will set her mind at peace. 400 00:30:57,083 --> 00:31:00,124 Let me see if she is what you said she is. 401 00:31:14,875 --> 00:31:16,165 Don't make it difficult for yourself. 402 00:31:16,875 --> 00:31:20,124 If you don't want it, don't force yourself. 403 00:31:24,083 --> 00:31:25,457 But do you want it? 404 00:31:38,833 --> 00:31:39,499 Come over! 405 00:31:41,625 --> 00:31:42,124 What do you want? 406 00:31:42,291 --> 00:31:43,374 Hold this. 407 00:32:03,333 --> 00:32:04,249 Why didn't you tell me sooner? 408 00:32:04,458 --> 00:32:05,874 I gave you the whip. You still didn't get it? 409 00:32:58,041 --> 00:32:58,832 Don't touch me. 410 00:33:32,583 --> 00:33:33,374 Who are these people? 411 00:33:34,250 --> 00:33:35,999 - Protect the Prince! - Assassins! 412 00:33:39,125 --> 00:33:42,457 I've been waiting for you, Brother Dee. 413 00:33:43,291 --> 00:33:45,082 Why aren't you on your knees? 414 00:33:46,208 --> 00:33:49,415 I'm chasing suspects. No time for formality. 415 00:33:49,583 --> 00:33:53,457 The Phantom Flame was staged by 416 00:33:53,750 --> 00:33:56,249 the Chaplain under the order of the Empress! 417 00:33:57,291 --> 00:33:59,165 She wants to usurp the throne 418 00:33:59,833 --> 00:34:01,790 and eliminate old officials like us. 419 00:34:01,958 --> 00:34:04,665 I'm occupied. See you later! 420 00:34:04,833 --> 00:34:07,374 Dee, receive the Military Tally! 421 00:34:08,583 --> 00:34:12,415 With this tally, you can deploy any troops. 422 00:34:12,625 --> 00:34:15,457 In view of your loyal nature, 423 00:34:15,750 --> 00:34:18,124 I'm inviting you to join my Army of Justice. 424 00:34:18,291 --> 00:34:19,707 I'm in command of 1 00,000 soldiers 425 00:34:19,875 --> 00:34:21,582 and have a fail-proof plan 426 00:34:21,791 --> 00:34:25,290 to overturn the evil empress! 427 00:34:26,375 --> 00:34:28,124 - Assassins? Who is it? - Who is it? 428 00:34:28,291 --> 00:34:28,999 That's outrageous. 429 00:34:32,208 --> 00:34:33,165 Li Xiao! 430 00:34:33,625 --> 00:34:36,290 How dare you rave like that? 431 00:34:38,708 --> 00:34:41,332 I won't chat with you now that she's here. 432 00:34:43,000 --> 00:34:47,082 But remember, one of these days... 433 00:34:47,500 --> 00:34:51,207 you'll grovel before me 434 00:34:51,708 --> 00:34:53,582 and take my orders. 435 00:34:55,083 --> 00:34:56,457 It won't be far. 436 00:34:56,875 --> 00:35:00,582 Grovel before me and take my orders... 437 00:35:01,500 --> 00:35:03,624 You'll ruin your integrity. 438 00:35:08,666 --> 00:35:10,790 He must have ordered the kill just now. 439 00:35:11,166 --> 00:35:13,790 Why kills me if he wants to buy me off? 440 00:35:14,458 --> 00:35:16,624 He wants you dead as he can't buy you off. 441 00:35:16,833 --> 00:35:17,499 No. 442 00:35:17,666 --> 00:35:18,665 No? 443 00:35:22,666 --> 00:35:23,749 He doesn't want me dead. 444 00:35:25,875 --> 00:35:28,249 It's someone else who does. 445 00:35:32,166 --> 00:35:34,790 The Empress hereby decrees: 446 00:35:35,291 --> 00:35:38,207 Mysterious cases are rampant lately. 447 00:35:38,541 --> 00:35:41,040 Theses are works of villains to cheat people. 448 00:35:41,291 --> 00:35:43,040 I hereby appoint Dee as Imperial Commissioner 449 00:35:43,416 --> 00:35:45,124 to lead Supreme Court 450 00:35:45,583 --> 00:35:49,707 to solve the Phantom Flame Case before my Coronation. 451 00:35:49,875 --> 00:35:50,915 I humbly receive the Imperial Edict. 452 00:35:52,875 --> 00:35:56,374 Commissioner, you do have a unique style. 453 00:35:56,583 --> 00:35:58,082 You bring your bird out while on duty? 454 00:35:58,250 --> 00:35:59,749 I must bring this along with me. 455 00:36:00,208 --> 00:36:02,999 We can't solve the case without it. 456 00:36:03,208 --> 00:36:06,124 Where does the sun go this morning? 457 00:36:11,541 --> 00:36:14,540 This is the mortuary. This way, please. 458 00:36:23,208 --> 00:36:24,415 The bird is afraid to go in. 459 00:36:25,041 --> 00:36:26,665 Find someone outside to take care of it. 460 00:36:39,375 --> 00:36:42,582 The deceased was Jia of the 4th rank, 461 00:36:43,125 --> 00:36:47,499 Vice Minister of Public Works. 462 00:36:48,791 --> 00:36:52,499 On the 1 7th day of the 8th month, 1 -3pm. . . 463 00:36:53,125 --> 00:36:55,124 he was self-burnt to ashes. . . 464 00:36:56,000 --> 00:36:58,457 - inside the Buddha, - What do you think of this case? 465 00:37:03,333 --> 00:37:05,290 leaving remains of... 466 00:37:05,458 --> 00:37:07,749 - Go watch over the bird outside. - left fibula... 467 00:37:10,541 --> 00:37:12,957 I was ordered to follow you closely. 468 00:37:13,250 --> 00:37:15,457 You want to return this badge to the Empress? 469 00:37:21,625 --> 00:37:23,582 Just keep an eye on it but don't touch it. 470 00:37:24,416 --> 00:37:25,957 Don't get too close too! 471 00:37:26,791 --> 00:37:27,790 Shut the door! 472 00:37:42,208 --> 00:37:43,207 Keep reading. 473 00:37:45,375 --> 00:37:48,499 The deceased was Xue of the 3rd rank... 474 00:37:48,666 --> 00:37:50,332 Louder! 475 00:37:52,625 --> 00:37:54,665 The deceased was Xue of the 3rd rank... 476 00:38:02,833 --> 00:38:03,832 You can speak now. 477 00:38:10,333 --> 00:38:12,207 The murder technique is not human. 478 00:38:12,458 --> 00:38:14,915 Cut the generality. You're not to the point. 479 00:38:15,500 --> 00:38:16,415 Who do you think it is? 480 00:38:19,500 --> 00:38:22,374 Rumor has it that the Chaplain Lu Li 481 00:38:22,833 --> 00:38:24,874 is on a murder spree before the Coronation 482 00:38:25,041 --> 00:38:26,040 to set an example. 483 00:38:36,666 --> 00:38:38,499 To warn the dissenters 484 00:38:38,708 --> 00:38:40,582 not to act rashly. 485 00:38:41,375 --> 00:38:44,082 Jia was sent by the Empress. Why betrayed her? 486 00:38:44,500 --> 00:38:46,207 He's unfathomable. 487 00:38:48,125 --> 00:38:49,540 I read Jia's memorials before. 488 00:38:50,250 --> 00:38:51,457 He inspected the Buddha every month. 489 00:38:51,750 --> 00:38:53,249 The schedule for the Buddha is very tight. 490 00:38:53,416 --> 00:38:55,915 Wouldn't killing him hinder the Coronation? 491 00:38:58,333 --> 00:39:01,915 You read Master Jia's memorials? 492 00:39:02,916 --> 00:39:04,790 I read memorials at the Liaison Office 493 00:39:04,958 --> 00:39:06,249 before they were burnt every day. 494 00:39:10,541 --> 00:39:13,707 Moving the amulet causes divine intervention. 495 00:39:14,083 --> 00:39:15,165 The Chaplain is killing with black magic. 496 00:39:15,333 --> 00:39:17,582 You believe all this nonsense? 497 00:39:17,750 --> 00:39:19,624 It's evident. Why can't I believe it? 498 00:39:19,791 --> 00:39:23,624 You're lying. 499 00:39:24,583 --> 00:39:26,124 We both know the amulets are just a front. 500 00:39:26,291 --> 00:39:28,582 The murderer is trying to hide the truth. 501 00:39:31,083 --> 00:39:32,540 I thought only I got that. 502 00:39:32,916 --> 00:39:34,249 So you also think likewise. 503 00:39:34,541 --> 00:39:35,915 She's still spying on us. 504 00:39:36,333 --> 00:39:37,582 Let's play her. 505 00:39:45,625 --> 00:39:49,874 What I think of is. . . you'll be promoted after Xue died. 506 00:39:50,041 --> 00:39:52,249 That makes you a suspect as well. 507 00:39:55,125 --> 00:39:58,290 Then why do you think I killed Master Jia? 508 00:40:01,750 --> 00:40:03,207 You killed Master Jia as a diversion. 509 00:40:03,375 --> 00:40:05,374 Your real target is your superior. 510 00:40:05,541 --> 00:40:07,415 You may have another reason for killing Jia. 511 00:40:12,833 --> 00:40:14,415 You can also thwart the Coronation. 512 00:40:17,833 --> 00:40:19,790 Don't stop. 513 00:40:19,958 --> 00:40:20,874 I'm done. . . 514 00:40:21,041 --> 00:40:23,499 Start again till I ask you to stop. 515 00:40:27,208 --> 00:40:28,832 The deceased Detective Dee 516 00:40:29,375 --> 00:40:31,915 had a fierce fight with Minister Pei... 517 00:40:36,166 --> 00:40:37,040 You're framing me! 518 00:40:37,541 --> 00:40:39,082 Didn't you ask us to play her? 519 00:40:39,541 --> 00:40:40,832 Why are you so serious? 520 00:40:43,875 --> 00:40:47,374 I was acting. Couldn't you tell? 521 00:40:57,666 --> 00:40:59,499 Master Pei, the birdcage is on fire! 522 00:40:59,666 --> 00:41:03,082 Sir... the birdcage is on fire, Master Pei! 523 00:41:03,250 --> 00:41:03,749 What's the cause? 524 00:41:03,916 --> 00:41:04,832 No cause at all. 525 00:41:07,750 --> 00:41:09,874 The bird is aflame 526 00:41:10,541 --> 00:41:11,707 like those officials. 527 00:41:11,875 --> 00:41:12,790 How could this have happened? 528 00:41:14,250 --> 00:41:15,082 Let's go to the dining room. 529 00:41:21,708 --> 00:41:22,832 What are you cooking? 530 00:41:23,541 --> 00:41:24,999 Stir-fried cucumbers with snow lotus. 531 00:41:25,666 --> 00:41:26,624 Any chicken blood? 532 00:41:27,041 --> 00:41:27,957 Over there. 533 00:41:28,125 --> 00:41:28,999 What's he doing? 534 00:41:29,458 --> 00:41:31,624 He probably found out why the victims caught fire. 535 00:41:55,125 --> 00:41:58,749 Master Xue caught fire at 3-5pm? 536 00:41:58,916 --> 00:41:59,582 Right. 537 00:41:59,750 --> 00:42:03,290 The Buddha was surrounded by shadows as the sun decended. 538 00:42:03,500 --> 00:42:06,957 But once he entered the drill ground, he's on fire. 539 00:42:07,750 --> 00:42:10,415 It is because the drill ground was not covered. 540 00:42:11,083 --> 00:42:13,957 So I infer that the sun triggers the poison! 541 00:42:22,250 --> 00:42:23,374 Let's stay away from this. 542 00:43:32,458 --> 00:43:33,540 Detective Dee! 543 00:43:35,833 --> 00:43:39,332 Fancy seeing you again before I die! 544 00:43:41,708 --> 00:43:45,040 We're kept alive for a purpose. 545 00:43:52,750 --> 00:43:54,165 You're back in Supreme Court? 546 00:43:57,333 --> 00:43:59,332 The Empress put me in charge of 547 00:44:01,708 --> 00:44:02,957 Dee's position is unclear. 548 00:44:03,708 --> 00:44:05,082 We can't let him dupe us. 549 00:44:05,708 --> 00:44:08,207 Let's join forces to check him out. 550 00:44:08,583 --> 00:44:09,582 Join forces? 551 00:44:10,541 --> 00:44:11,957 I work directly under the Empress. 552 00:44:12,458 --> 00:44:15,582 It's not up to you to make suggestions. 553 00:44:34,875 --> 00:44:36,082 What's the matter? 554 00:44:37,458 --> 00:44:40,457 Before the accidents, both officials 555 00:44:41,083 --> 00:44:42,749 did one thing besides 556 00:44:43,625 --> 00:44:45,082 moving the amulets. 557 00:44:47,708 --> 00:44:48,707 What is it? 558 00:44:48,916 --> 00:44:50,082 Water! 559 00:44:50,250 --> 00:44:53,040 Before the incidents took place, 560 00:44:53,541 --> 00:44:55,915 they both drank the water here. 561 00:44:56,625 --> 00:44:58,249 It is because the heat here 562 00:44:58,708 --> 00:45:00,415 make them thirsty. 563 00:45:03,291 --> 00:45:07,082 But that can't be! I was supposed to move the amulet first. 564 00:45:07,750 --> 00:45:09,582 Master Xue just happened to come before me. 565 00:45:09,958 --> 00:45:12,624 If the murderer killed because of the amulet, 566 00:45:13,000 --> 00:45:15,082 how did he know Master Xue would snatch it 567 00:45:15,416 --> 00:45:17,374 and poison the water beforehand? 568 00:45:18,083 --> 00:45:20,707 It should have nothing to do with the water. 569 00:45:22,250 --> 00:45:25,665 You work directly under the Empress. 570 00:45:26,208 --> 00:45:28,249 Do you need to hear my humble opinion? 571 00:45:31,708 --> 00:45:33,082 How have you been all these years? 572 00:45:33,250 --> 00:45:34,082 After I was in jail, 573 00:45:34,500 --> 00:45:35,999 I kept professing my loyalty in writing. 574 00:45:36,291 --> 00:45:38,040 Eventually the Empress pardoned me. 575 00:45:38,750 --> 00:45:40,082 I joined the Department of Public Works, 576 00:45:40,541 --> 00:45:42,790 in charge of repairing royal palaces. 577 00:45:44,166 --> 00:45:46,165 I was then made supervisor of the Buddha. 578 00:45:48,041 --> 00:45:49,499 In other words, I've been promoted. 579 00:45:54,166 --> 00:45:55,165 How magnificent! 580 00:45:55,333 --> 00:45:58,124 The Tubular Pillar in the Book of Fanyanna? 581 00:45:58,291 --> 00:46:01,332 Yes, I was inspired 582 00:46:01,500 --> 00:46:04,415 by the Fanyanna Buddha. 583 00:46:05,791 --> 00:46:07,582 The pillar's base is 1 00 feet underground. 584 00:46:07,916 --> 00:46:09,749 It can withstand earthquakes 585 00:46:10,000 --> 00:46:11,665 and hurricanes. 586 00:46:16,000 --> 00:46:18,415 This is the top level of the Buddha. 587 00:46:19,000 --> 00:46:22,749 Master Jia died inside the Buddha's left eye. 588 00:46:32,208 --> 00:46:33,832 You were also re-enacting the case? 589 00:46:37,833 --> 00:46:39,457 After working under you for so many years, 590 00:46:40,000 --> 00:46:42,124 I've been used to case re-enactment. 591 00:46:43,916 --> 00:46:44,957 So what do you think? 592 00:46:47,583 --> 00:46:49,207 Fire turtles... 593 00:46:50,208 --> 00:46:52,832 What are fire turtles? Are they related to this case? 594 00:46:53,125 --> 00:46:54,874 You also read Book of Fanyanna. 595 00:46:55,708 --> 00:46:59,040 Remember the section on fire turtles? 596 00:46:59,208 --> 00:47:00,040 You think so too? 597 00:47:00,208 --> 00:47:02,374 You haven't answered my questions! 598 00:47:03,000 --> 00:47:04,957 The most venomous beetles in Western Regions. 599 00:47:05,125 --> 00:47:06,207 They feed on yellow phosphorus 600 00:47:06,500 --> 00:47:09,374 and their bodies catch fire under the sun. 601 00:47:10,791 --> 00:47:12,957 So the beetles are related to the two deaths? 602 00:47:14,541 --> 00:47:16,540 I witnessed what happened that day. 603 00:47:17,041 --> 00:47:19,582 Only later did I think of the fire turtles. 604 00:47:21,208 --> 00:47:21,749 You think! 605 00:47:21,916 --> 00:47:24,415 Stop it, Donglai! 606 00:47:25,791 --> 00:47:28,415 You knew this clue all along. 607 00:47:28,708 --> 00:47:30,415 Why did you rant about divine intervention? 608 00:47:31,791 --> 00:47:35,082 As a menial 609 00:47:35,250 --> 00:47:36,874 I used my wit when threatened. 610 00:47:37,625 --> 00:47:39,540 To be honest, even if I'd told you my theory, 611 00:47:40,375 --> 00:47:43,749 given your wisdom, you wouldn't believe it. 612 00:47:45,583 --> 00:47:46,624 Bullshit! 613 00:47:47,083 --> 00:47:49,665 Calm down. I've known him for years. 614 00:47:49,958 --> 00:47:51,249 That's how he is. 615 00:47:56,333 --> 00:47:57,082 Come! 616 00:47:57,541 --> 00:47:59,915 Detain him for extreme torture later. 617 00:48:00,083 --> 00:48:00,874 Yes! 618 00:48:01,333 --> 00:48:02,207 Stop it! 619 00:48:04,000 --> 00:48:07,790 The Empress has asked me to lead the case. 620 00:48:08,125 --> 00:48:10,707 I can decide everything without intervention. 621 00:48:10,875 --> 00:48:12,124 All of you stand down! 622 00:48:15,375 --> 00:48:17,957 What other clues do you have? Spit it out! 623 00:48:18,875 --> 00:48:20,290 I'm only speculating. 624 00:48:20,583 --> 00:48:23,165 After all, fire turtles are not indigenous. 625 00:48:23,458 --> 00:48:25,124 For more details 626 00:48:25,625 --> 00:48:27,165 we need help. . . 627 00:48:28,250 --> 00:48:29,290 Phantom Bazaar. 628 00:48:31,958 --> 00:48:33,165 What is Phantom Bazaar? 629 00:48:33,500 --> 00:48:36,624 It's a spooky pandemonium. 630 00:48:37,625 --> 00:48:43,290 High officials like you would never go there. 631 00:48:44,875 --> 00:48:45,790 Shatuo 632 00:48:48,166 --> 00:48:49,749 you still remember Donkey Wang? 633 00:48:52,666 --> 00:48:54,915 Luoyang City was built 634 00:48:55,791 --> 00:48:57,624 a thousand years ago. 635 00:48:58,166 --> 00:49:00,999 The old city subsided during Han Dynasty. 636 00:49:01,666 --> 00:49:04,499 A new city was built on top in Sui Dynasty. 637 00:49:05,000 --> 00:49:07,665 The underground became 638 00:49:07,833 --> 00:49:09,582 a black market. 639 00:49:10,333 --> 00:49:11,749 They call it Phantom Bazaar. 640 00:49:33,208 --> 00:49:35,915 Who ordered a boat? 641 00:49:36,541 --> 00:49:37,749 We are looking for Dr Donkey Wang. 642 00:49:38,375 --> 00:49:39,290 You know the place? 643 00:49:39,458 --> 00:49:41,540 Wang the Donkey with Scabies? 644 00:49:42,000 --> 00:49:46,624 Five silver coins. Nonrefundable! 645 00:50:28,458 --> 00:50:31,582 Anybody here? 646 00:50:34,083 --> 00:50:37,957 Who's been so noisy? It's hell here. 647 00:50:38,583 --> 00:50:40,582 I've never seen in a true villain here. 648 00:50:41,000 --> 00:50:42,165 Speak up. 649 00:50:42,625 --> 00:50:45,499 One... Two. . . 650 00:50:49,750 --> 00:50:51,290 you're still alive, Dee! 651 00:50:51,583 --> 00:50:55,040 Scram! This is no place for you people! 652 00:50:55,333 --> 00:50:56,415 I'm here to save you. 653 00:50:56,791 --> 00:51:00,374 Save me? No, I'm fine! 654 00:51:01,541 --> 00:51:03,082 I don't want trouble! 655 00:51:03,250 --> 00:51:05,249 It's you who are in trouble. Cut the crap. 656 00:51:09,458 --> 00:51:10,624 - Yummy... yummy. - Now that I'm here 657 00:51:10,791 --> 00:51:12,165 your good days are over. 658 00:51:12,375 --> 00:51:15,457 Dee, you always bring me troubles. 659 00:51:16,083 --> 00:51:19,999 My luck will help me overcome them. 660 00:51:20,125 --> 00:51:22,332 Since you're here, I better move out now. 661 00:51:22,625 --> 00:51:24,415 Don't be so mean! 662 00:51:29,208 --> 00:51:31,665 Pei! Give me the money! 663 00:51:32,708 --> 00:51:33,665 Put it right here. 664 00:51:37,541 --> 00:51:39,332 Look what I've got here. 665 00:51:43,833 --> 00:51:46,332 What exactly do you want to know? 666 00:51:46,666 --> 00:51:48,249 Ever heard of fire turtles? 667 00:51:51,666 --> 00:51:56,040 Fire turtles? This creature. . . 668 00:51:56,166 --> 00:51:59,915 It has been reported that they're extinct. 669 00:52:00,083 --> 00:52:01,332 Could it be they exist in Central Plains? 670 00:52:02,833 --> 00:52:04,040 Can you see 671 00:52:09,375 --> 00:52:10,499 the power of money? 672 00:52:10,666 --> 00:52:13,707 You won't solve this case! Don't even ask. 673 00:52:14,375 --> 00:52:16,499 You haven't answered me. Answer again. 674 00:52:17,250 --> 00:52:19,499 - I've answered but you didn't take it. - Up there. 675 00:52:19,708 --> 00:52:20,790 You don't believe in me at all. 676 00:52:20,958 --> 00:52:21,540 - What's that sound? - Then why. . . 677 00:52:21,708 --> 00:52:22,749 asked me? 678 00:52:23,083 --> 00:52:24,540 Pay more for additional questions. 679 00:52:27,375 --> 00:52:29,165 Better settle the old bills first. 680 00:52:29,333 --> 00:52:30,249 I'll pay after you've told us. 681 00:52:30,416 --> 00:52:31,665 But you're not trustworthy. 682 00:52:31,833 --> 00:52:32,999 Don't worry about this. 683 00:52:33,208 --> 00:52:34,707 I promise I'll pay after you've told us. 684 00:52:58,208 --> 00:52:58,999 Something is still above! 685 00:53:04,375 --> 00:53:05,582 What are you looking at? 686 00:53:05,750 --> 00:53:07,999 Dee is chasing Dr Wang! I'll go to see it. 687 00:55:04,375 --> 00:55:05,249 It's the Imperial Chaplain! 688 00:55:06,750 --> 00:55:07,540 Impossible! 689 00:55:28,125 --> 00:55:31,415 Split! Can't you split? Split! 690 00:57:47,541 --> 00:57:49,457 Jing'er is in trouble! I'll help her! 691 00:58:11,791 --> 00:58:14,874 Donglai! Jing'er! Run! 692 00:58:30,583 --> 00:58:32,790 Who is this Wang? 693 00:58:33,083 --> 00:58:34,332 Why does the Chaplain want to kill him? 694 00:58:34,500 --> 00:58:35,499 He's not the Chaplain! 695 00:58:35,750 --> 00:58:36,957 How can you be so sure? 696 00:58:37,250 --> 00:58:39,165 I'm sure because I've seen the Chaplain before. 697 00:58:41,083 --> 00:58:42,207 You don't believe in me? 698 00:58:47,375 --> 00:58:48,957 Hey! The Chaplain is over there! 699 00:58:49,916 --> 00:58:50,915 Told you he isn't. 700 00:58:51,750 --> 00:58:52,915 You're so stubborn. 701 00:59:01,458 --> 00:59:03,165 Don't chase. Something weird. 702 00:59:03,458 --> 00:59:04,207 Why? 703 00:59:05,083 --> 00:59:06,415 But Jing'er is by herself... 704 00:59:07,250 --> 00:59:09,415 She wants to find his identity more than we. 705 00:59:11,083 --> 00:59:13,749 Their target is Wang. We need to protect him. 706 00:59:14,500 --> 00:59:15,999 Jing'er knows where to find us. 707 00:59:16,458 --> 00:59:18,290 Stop wasting time and let's go! 708 01:00:56,041 --> 01:00:56,874 Jing'er 709 01:01:59,416 --> 01:02:00,749 Almighty infinity? 710 01:02:02,458 --> 01:02:03,540 Infinity Monastery? 711 01:02:23,541 --> 01:02:25,499 There's nobody here. Stop pretending. 712 01:02:26,125 --> 01:02:27,665 Take your pins out. 713 01:02:27,791 --> 01:02:29,749 Dee, you shouldn't put your fingers in every pie. 714 01:02:30,791 --> 01:02:32,290 I was fine down there. 715 01:02:32,541 --> 01:02:34,665 Why dragged me up? 716 01:02:35,666 --> 01:02:38,124 Speak up! Where can we find fire turtles? 717 01:02:38,916 --> 01:02:39,832 If I can crack this case, 718 01:02:40,000 --> 01:02:41,082 I'll help you get back to the Palace. 719 01:02:41,500 --> 01:02:42,499 To hell with it! 720 01:02:43,083 --> 01:02:47,749 Who wants to go back? Did I say it? 721 01:02:53,541 --> 01:02:55,832 I advise you not to take up this case! 722 01:02:56,041 --> 01:02:58,707 You can't mess with the people behind it. 723 01:02:58,875 --> 01:03:04,832 It can't be done. . . and then. . . and then. . . 724 01:03:05,041 --> 01:03:05,957 Look! 725 01:03:06,541 --> 01:03:09,124 Your transfiguration makes you inarticulate. 726 01:03:10,208 --> 01:03:10,832 Let me see. 727 01:03:11,000 --> 01:03:12,165 Don't touch 728 01:03:12,333 --> 01:03:14,665 these two acupoints! 729 01:03:14,833 --> 01:03:17,415 They are anathema to transfiguration! Don't you know that? 730 01:03:24,875 --> 01:03:25,749 Don't touch me! 731 01:03:26,125 --> 01:03:26,915 What's the matter? 732 01:03:27,083 --> 01:03:30,707 Nothing. These acupoints 733 01:03:31,125 --> 01:03:32,082 remind me of someone. 734 01:03:32,833 --> 01:03:33,707 Who is it? 735 01:03:36,750 --> 01:03:39,374 It's all right. It's Donglai and Jing'er. 736 01:03:52,916 --> 01:03:53,707 Who is he? 737 01:03:56,041 --> 01:03:57,749 The Imperial Physician, Wang Bo. 738 01:03:58,041 --> 01:04:00,165 A. K.A. Donkey Wang. 739 01:04:03,833 --> 01:04:04,832 He's Donkey Wang? 740 01:04:06,083 --> 01:04:08,624 Could that be the so-called transfiguration? 741 01:04:11,041 --> 01:04:13,290 Well, it's my first time. 742 01:04:13,583 --> 01:04:16,082 That's petty stuff. What's so special? 743 01:04:16,291 --> 01:04:18,874 We wasted our whole evening on him. 744 01:04:19,083 --> 01:04:21,624 What's this piece of crap good for? 745 01:04:21,791 --> 01:04:24,707 Who is she? So arrogant! 746 01:04:24,875 --> 01:04:30,415 Officer Shangguan, the Empress's favorite. 747 01:04:31,291 --> 01:04:32,832 So you are Shangguan Jing'er? 748 01:04:33,083 --> 01:04:34,915 You are the Empress's bitch? 749 01:04:36,791 --> 01:04:37,707 Bitch? 750 01:04:44,791 --> 01:04:46,624 Speak up! Tell me all you know. 751 01:04:48,250 --> 01:04:49,082 Let go of me! 752 01:04:49,416 --> 01:04:51,249 We need torture to make him talk! 753 01:04:51,500 --> 01:04:54,290 A confession under torture is useless. 754 01:04:54,458 --> 01:04:56,957 The Empress created many cases of injustice 755 01:04:57,291 --> 01:05:01,165 because of torture and this will only alienate people from her. 756 01:05:04,291 --> 01:05:06,249 The fire turtles you're looking for 757 01:05:07,625 --> 01:05:10,957 were used for the late Emperor's asthenia. 758 01:05:11,125 --> 01:05:14,624 I heard about them from Western people 759 01:05:14,916 --> 01:05:18,207 and decided to use them to treat asthenia. 760 01:05:19,416 --> 01:05:21,124 I presented a memorial to the late Emperor. 761 01:05:21,625 --> 01:05:23,124 The late Emperor personally commanded 762 01:05:23,958 --> 01:05:26,624 Western merchants to present him 20 of them. 763 01:05:28,000 --> 01:05:29,165 We soon discovered that 764 01:05:29,750 --> 01:05:33,499 they had no medical value but a very lethal poison. 765 01:05:34,166 --> 01:05:38,165 Once ingested, one would burn under the sun. 766 01:05:38,333 --> 01:05:41,290 That's the symptom of the Phantom Flame Case! 767 01:05:41,500 --> 01:05:45,165 After this failure, I fled for my life. 768 01:05:45,666 --> 01:05:48,790 Before I fled, I exposed them under the sun, 769 01:05:49,000 --> 01:05:50,415 hoping they would be exterminated. 770 01:05:50,875 --> 01:05:54,290 But in a rush, I'm not sure if they died out. 771 01:05:54,458 --> 01:05:56,540 So where did you keep the fire turtles? 772 01:05:57,208 --> 01:06:01,290 It's where Infinity Monastery is now. 773 01:06:02,083 --> 01:06:03,999 You try to frame Infinity Monastery 774 01:06:04,166 --> 01:06:05,332 You're mongering rumours. Let me kill you now. 775 01:06:05,500 --> 01:06:06,415 Jing'er, 776 01:06:07,333 --> 01:06:10,040 the Chaplain can help this case. 777 01:06:10,875 --> 01:06:12,082 Can you tell him 778 01:06:14,625 --> 01:06:16,207 I want to talk to him? 779 01:06:16,375 --> 01:06:18,249 I want to ask the Chaplian face to face. . . 780 01:06:18,416 --> 01:06:20,499 why he wants me to handle the case. 781 01:06:21,000 --> 01:06:22,040 The Chaplain is so powerful. 782 01:06:22,208 --> 01:06:24,540 Couldn't he just tell me who did it? 783 01:06:26,708 --> 01:06:29,540 The Chaplain is on spiritual sabbatical. 784 01:06:31,375 --> 01:06:32,874 Then I'll go to the Monastery to find him. 785 01:06:33,166 --> 01:06:35,707 Detective Dee, you can't just go there. 786 01:06:35,916 --> 01:06:36,999 I know, 787 01:06:37,750 --> 01:06:40,790 without the Imperial Edict, trespassers will be killed. 788 01:06:42,166 --> 01:06:44,915 Please tell the Chaplain I must see him, 789 01:06:46,291 --> 01:06:49,707 whether he wants to or not. 790 01:06:58,416 --> 01:06:59,749 You're swayed. 791 01:07:01,041 --> 01:07:03,915 How dare you help him pass the Chaplain a message? 792 01:07:08,125 --> 01:07:12,290 Apparently, Dee is at the end of his tether. 793 01:07:16,416 --> 01:07:17,832 No need to see him anymore. 794 01:07:18,666 --> 01:07:20,207 I'll handle it myself. 795 01:07:22,958 --> 01:07:28,790 Remember! To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 796 01:07:29,750 --> 01:07:32,415 One needs to be committed absolutely. 797 01:07:45,291 --> 01:07:47,790 If fire turtles are found in the Monastery, 798 01:07:49,166 --> 01:07:51,915 then the Chaplain has to be involved. 799 01:07:53,000 --> 01:07:54,499 But what's the Chaplain's murder motive? 800 01:07:56,125 --> 01:07:59,332 Both men moved the amulets before they died. 801 01:07:59,791 --> 01:08:02,999 I don't believe in divine intervention, 802 01:08:03,250 --> 01:08:05,457 but there might be a clue behind the amulets. 803 01:08:06,000 --> 01:08:09,957 Xue moved it during investigation; 804 01:08:11,750 --> 01:08:14,040 Jia moved them while inspecting the Buddha. 805 01:08:14,291 --> 01:08:16,415 I think during his inspection, 806 01:08:16,750 --> 01:08:18,290 Jia must have found something. 807 01:08:18,458 --> 01:08:19,874 The clue... 808 01:08:20,208 --> 01:08:22,165 may be in Jia's inspection diagram. 809 01:08:23,291 --> 01:08:25,582 We have to find this diagram. 810 01:08:41,541 --> 01:08:43,665 Pei of Supreme Court welcomes the Prince! 811 01:08:52,583 --> 01:08:55,957 Detective Dee, receive the mace. . . 812 01:09:15,833 --> 01:09:18,457 The late Emperor gave you this weapon. 813 01:09:19,125 --> 01:09:20,457 It was confiscated when you were in jail. 814 01:09:20,625 --> 01:09:24,332 After I got hold of it, I've kept it for you! 815 01:09:24,750 --> 01:09:29,207 I give you back as I hope you still respect the late Emperor. 816 01:09:29,500 --> 01:09:32,832 Dee, I'm bestowing this mace on you. 817 01:09:33,291 --> 01:09:36,082 If I make mistakes in my rule in future, 818 01:09:36,500 --> 01:09:40,874 you should advise me frankly with this mace. 819 01:09:44,583 --> 01:09:46,582 The Empress has informers everywhere. 820 01:09:47,666 --> 01:09:49,082 And you are returning the mace to me in public. 821 01:09:49,250 --> 01:09:51,124 You want the Empress... 822 01:09:51,541 --> 01:09:53,582 to suspect me? 823 01:09:55,666 --> 01:09:58,915 My agreement with the Empress is for investigation only. 824 01:09:59,125 --> 01:10:02,207 Power struggle is none of my concern. 825 01:10:06,291 --> 01:10:09,999 The bitch was right to put you in jail. 826 01:10:10,458 --> 01:10:12,290 You've become an obedient dog. 827 01:10:13,958 --> 01:10:17,249 Dee, do you know how the late Emperor died? 828 01:10:22,666 --> 01:10:26,915 The Empress ordered the Chaplain to kill him! 829 01:10:37,375 --> 01:10:39,624 Detective Dee! 830 01:10:42,083 --> 01:10:44,540 Get up! Detective Dee! 831 01:10:45,708 --> 01:10:47,040 I've won! 832 01:10:49,125 --> 01:10:51,040 You Highness, you've won this time! 833 01:10:51,208 --> 01:10:53,624 No matter how good Dee is, he can't beat you! 834 01:10:53,791 --> 01:10:56,290 He kneeled before you after all. 835 01:10:56,458 --> 01:10:58,082 Detective Dee is a talent. 836 01:10:58,625 --> 01:11:01,874 - Instead of crushing him, we can win him over. - That's right. 837 01:11:02,041 --> 01:11:03,540 But some of our people believe 838 01:11:03,833 --> 01:11:07,999 he's a threat and must be eliminated. 839 01:11:09,416 --> 01:11:12,499 Nonsense! So short-sighted! 840 01:11:13,541 --> 01:11:15,790 Who needs force to subdue Detective Dee? 841 01:11:16,875 --> 01:11:20,582 To win without fighting, what do you need? 842 01:11:21,333 --> 01:11:22,457 Here! 843 01:12:27,458 --> 01:12:32,457 Since you're here, why not show up? 844 01:12:52,458 --> 01:12:55,665 This is the mace the late Emperor gave you? 845 01:12:56,166 --> 01:12:57,665 What's so special about it? 846 01:12:57,833 --> 01:12:59,790 It can detect the crack in a weapon. 847 01:13:00,583 --> 01:13:01,582 How? 848 01:13:01,916 --> 01:13:04,290 By hitting the enemy's weapon with this mace, 849 01:13:04,750 --> 01:13:06,415 you can hear the crack... 850 01:13:08,166 --> 01:13:10,665 When you strike it, it will break! 851 01:13:30,208 --> 01:13:33,790 Men have weak points like weapons. 852 01:13:34,166 --> 01:13:35,582 They will break when struck. 853 01:13:37,625 --> 01:13:41,290 Dee, this is your last chance! 854 01:13:44,416 --> 01:13:45,374 Your Majesty, 855 01:13:45,875 --> 01:13:47,749 please answer me facing this mace. 856 01:13:49,375 --> 01:13:50,957 How did the late Emperor die? 857 01:14:04,958 --> 01:14:06,874 You still suspect me after all? 858 01:14:08,000 --> 01:14:11,040 As reported, he died of liver disease. 859 01:14:11,208 --> 01:14:15,082 Contrary to rumors, I didn't poison him! 860 01:14:16,583 --> 01:14:18,874 I'm ascending the throne on Heaven's Mandate. 861 01:14:19,375 --> 01:14:22,957 But since I'm a woman, I'm being vilified. 862 01:14:30,125 --> 01:14:31,874 You know why I came to see you? 863 01:14:33,291 --> 01:14:35,415 To dissuade me from going to the Monastery. 864 01:14:37,041 --> 01:14:40,374 The Monastery is the Chaplain's retreat. 865 01:14:40,791 --> 01:14:43,624 And it is also where the spiritual energy of our Kingdom lies. 866 01:14:43,875 --> 01:14:45,790 Nobody ever dared to disturb it. 867 01:14:46,708 --> 01:14:49,082 I order you not to investigate the Monastery! 868 01:14:51,166 --> 01:14:52,915 The Chaplain is on spiritual sabbatical. 869 01:14:54,041 --> 01:14:55,249 After my coronation, 870 01:14:55,708 --> 01:14:58,540 he will leave the palace. 871 01:14:59,458 --> 01:15:01,124 There's no need to visit him. 872 01:15:02,125 --> 01:15:05,249 Will the Chaplain vanish forever? 873 01:15:06,708 --> 01:15:08,540 Master Dee 874 01:15:09,416 --> 01:15:10,207 Something bad happened. 875 01:15:11,375 --> 01:15:14,165 Who is it? Get down and say your visiting purpose. 876 01:15:16,708 --> 01:15:17,707 I'm Pei from Supreme Court. 877 01:15:18,125 --> 01:15:19,665 Her Majesty has ordered 878 01:15:19,875 --> 01:15:21,165 the visitor to see her immediately. 879 01:15:23,875 --> 01:15:25,665 Please report to me directly. 880 01:15:27,166 --> 01:15:30,290 Pei from Supreme Court humbly welcomes the Empress. 881 01:15:31,250 --> 01:15:33,874 What's so urgent that you have to report at midnight? 882 01:15:34,250 --> 01:15:35,290 I've just received the news that 883 01:15:35,500 --> 01:15:40,040 the Prince... was poisoned to death. . . in his residence. 884 01:15:44,708 --> 01:15:46,082 Detective Dee has fled! 885 01:15:47,333 --> 01:15:48,499 Archers! Move Quickly! 886 01:15:49,250 --> 01:15:51,582 He's gone to the roof top! Outflank him! 887 01:15:53,083 --> 01:15:55,249 Go arrest him and the rest stay for the Empress. 888 01:15:55,416 --> 01:15:56,540 Yes. 889 01:16:01,625 --> 01:16:03,707 I think during his inspection, 890 01:16:03,916 --> 01:16:05,124 Jia must have found something. 891 01:16:05,291 --> 01:16:06,624 The major clues of this case 892 01:16:06,791 --> 01:16:08,874 should be in Jia's inspection diagram. 893 01:16:10,208 --> 01:16:13,790 Madame Jia, I know you're in mourning, 894 01:16:13,958 --> 01:16:14,999 but our investigation is very urgent. 895 01:16:15,166 --> 01:16:16,415 My apologies for such a late visit. 896 01:16:16,583 --> 01:16:18,374 - Let's go. - Yes. 897 01:16:21,625 --> 01:16:23,499 Two days after my husband's death, 898 01:16:24,541 --> 01:16:26,040 a mysterious fire broke out 899 01:16:26,625 --> 01:16:29,707 and burnt down his whole study. 900 01:16:36,541 --> 01:16:37,540 Why didn't you report it? 901 01:16:37,791 --> 01:16:40,582 I have no idea about this. Was I supposed to report it? 902 01:16:40,750 --> 01:16:42,624 Of course, the cause of fire is suspicious. 903 01:16:43,083 --> 01:16:44,290 Someone wants to destroy the evidence. 904 01:16:44,833 --> 01:16:46,624 It's so important and you... 905 01:16:47,083 --> 01:16:51,540 - Madame... - Madame... 906 01:16:57,916 --> 01:17:00,249 Is your residence being under renovation? 907 01:17:00,541 --> 01:17:02,999 There are leaks everywhere at the study. 908 01:17:03,291 --> 01:17:06,707 So, we're fixing the roof earlier. 909 01:17:06,875 --> 01:17:08,374 It's been going on for more than a month. 910 01:17:10,833 --> 01:17:11,665 More than a month? 911 01:17:13,666 --> 01:17:15,415 That means before Master Jia's accident, 912 01:17:15,916 --> 01:17:17,165 renovation has already begun. 913 01:17:17,833 --> 01:17:18,665 Correct. 914 01:17:20,583 --> 01:17:23,999 During the long renovation of the study, 915 01:17:24,166 --> 01:17:25,499 where did Master Jia work? 916 01:17:25,833 --> 01:17:27,874 He moved to the east wing for work. 917 01:17:28,458 --> 01:17:29,332 Show me the way. 918 01:19:54,125 --> 01:19:55,290 Detective Dee! 919 01:19:56,666 --> 01:19:59,624 You know it's a capital crime to come here. 920 01:19:59,875 --> 01:20:02,540 Why do you walk right into the trap? 921 01:20:03,750 --> 01:20:06,582 But you Chaplain are such a lofty personage. 922 01:20:08,375 --> 01:20:09,915 Why do you need to resort 923 01:20:10,916 --> 01:20:13,207 to ventriloquism? 924 01:20:16,875 --> 01:20:20,332 Detective Dee! You tried all means to see me. 925 01:20:20,583 --> 01:20:24,124 Here I am. Say what you have to say. 926 01:20:25,500 --> 01:20:28,624 I heard fire turtles were bred here. 927 01:20:28,833 --> 01:20:32,207 I must ascertain this for my investigation. 928 01:20:33,375 --> 01:20:34,165 Nonsense. 929 01:20:34,333 --> 01:20:35,415 I've been in retreat here for years. 930 01:20:35,583 --> 01:20:37,207 I've never seen any fire turtles. 931 01:20:37,625 --> 01:20:40,374 Leave right away and I'll spare your life. 932 01:20:41,583 --> 01:20:43,207 My life or death is still undetermined. 933 01:20:44,208 --> 01:20:47,082 But Jing'er, your life is in real danger. 934 01:20:48,125 --> 01:20:51,082 Am I right, Officer Shangguan? 935 01:20:54,791 --> 01:20:56,124 Under the Empress's instructions, 936 01:20:56,333 --> 01:20:57,332 you threw yourself into my arms 937 01:20:57,500 --> 01:20:58,999 and tried to have sex with me. 938 01:20:59,333 --> 01:21:01,915 But you gave away the show unexpectedly. 939 01:21:02,166 --> 01:21:04,207 You wouldn't let me touch your acupoint... 940 01:21:04,416 --> 01:21:05,582 That smacked of transfiguration. 941 01:21:05,750 --> 01:21:07,415 When I entered the Monastery just now, 942 01:21:07,750 --> 01:21:10,207 You spoke for the deer with ventriloquism. 943 01:21:10,625 --> 01:21:13,082 Every time the deer appeared, 944 01:21:13,250 --> 01:21:16,207 it's you who spoke for it, right, Jing'er? 945 01:21:16,375 --> 01:21:18,207 In Phantom Bazaar, 946 01:21:18,375 --> 01:21:20,165 you knew right away the Chaplain was a fake. 947 01:21:20,458 --> 01:21:23,999 Is it because you're the same person? 948 01:21:30,166 --> 01:21:36,790 Jing'er, it's time to show your real face. 949 01:22:04,000 --> 01:22:05,332 In order to ascend the throne, 950 01:22:05,500 --> 01:22:07,207 the Empress eliminated clansmen and old officials. 951 01:22:07,541 --> 01:22:10,540 But she never knows that the Phantom Flame case is so complicated. 952 01:22:10,833 --> 01:22:12,165 In order to crack the case, 953 01:22:12,375 --> 01:22:13,874 she even brought me back for it, 954 01:22:14,041 --> 01:22:16,999 never expecting that I would suspect her. 955 01:22:17,208 --> 01:22:19,165 She told me the Chaplain would disappear 956 01:22:19,333 --> 01:22:21,290 after her coronation. 957 01:22:22,375 --> 01:22:23,999 That's her way of doing things all along. 958 01:22:25,416 --> 01:22:28,415 To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 959 01:22:30,333 --> 01:22:31,165 Jing'er, 960 01:22:32,291 --> 01:22:33,874 You know too many of her secrets. 961 01:22:34,958 --> 01:22:38,082 Once the Chaplain's gone, what about Jing'er? 962 01:23:50,250 --> 01:23:51,207 It's ecstacy scent. 963 01:26:26,416 --> 01:26:27,415 Break! 964 01:26:50,208 --> 01:26:50,999 Remember! 965 01:26:51,916 --> 01:26:56,040 To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 966 01:27:40,416 --> 01:27:43,165 I told you not to come here but you did! 967 01:27:43,708 --> 01:27:45,499 Don't think I'll be grateful 968 01:27:45,916 --> 01:27:47,249 because you've taken the sword for me. 969 01:27:47,500 --> 01:27:48,957 You smart ass! 970 01:28:23,541 --> 01:28:24,415 They should be snared! 971 01:28:25,375 --> 01:28:26,165 Where are they? 972 01:28:32,250 --> 01:28:33,249 Couldn't be far. 973 01:28:33,541 --> 01:28:34,374 Go find them! 974 01:28:53,500 --> 01:28:54,749 You're awake. 975 01:28:56,708 --> 01:28:58,290 It's good you woke up. 976 01:29:02,000 --> 01:29:03,249 Did I hurt you? 977 01:29:07,041 --> 01:29:09,957 Detective Dee, you're so pathetic. 978 01:29:10,916 --> 01:29:15,165 The world is so big, but you can't fit in. 979 01:29:16,458 --> 01:29:18,207 Why does everybody want to kill you? 980 01:29:19,541 --> 01:29:21,415 The Empress also asked me to kill you, 981 01:29:22,041 --> 01:29:24,540 but I cannot. 982 01:29:34,333 --> 01:29:36,082 Can you take me back? 983 01:29:49,625 --> 01:29:50,790 Your guess is right on track. 984 01:29:52,458 --> 01:29:54,540 The Empress set up Infinity Monastery 985 01:29:55,541 --> 01:29:57,999 to use the Chaplain to eliminate dissenters. 986 01:29:59,750 --> 01:30:02,832 At that time, we did kill many people. 987 01:30:03,333 --> 01:30:07,124 But we didn't cause the Phantom Flame! 988 01:30:08,500 --> 01:30:10,332 The murderer will strike again. 989 01:30:10,500 --> 01:30:16,207 You have to help the Empress! 990 01:30:16,541 --> 01:30:18,124 Find out who the real culprit is. 991 01:30:25,458 --> 01:30:27,624 Her Majesty is here! 992 01:30:30,333 --> 01:30:31,582 I humbly welcome Your Majesty. 993 01:30:45,000 --> 01:30:46,832 Call the Imperial Physician! Hurry up! 994 01:30:47,000 --> 01:30:49,040 Go find the Imperial Physician immediately! 995 01:30:51,875 --> 01:30:52,874 Yes, Your Majesty. 996 01:30:54,000 --> 01:30:56,207 Stand down. 997 01:30:56,500 --> 01:30:57,499 Yes. 998 01:30:58,291 --> 01:30:59,957 Call the Imperial Physician. 999 01:31:01,291 --> 01:31:05,165 Can I ask you one question, Your Majesty? 1000 01:31:06,833 --> 01:31:07,665 Go ahead. 1001 01:31:10,625 --> 01:31:13,207 Have you ever 1002 01:31:13,958 --> 01:31:16,415 loved one person in your life? 1003 01:31:22,458 --> 01:31:23,415 Yes. 1004 01:31:25,750 --> 01:31:28,332 But the price was too high. 1005 01:31:31,208 --> 01:31:32,207 So. . . 1006 01:31:34,833 --> 01:31:35,915 was it worth it? 1007 01:31:40,583 --> 01:31:41,874 Was it worth it? 1008 01:31:45,750 --> 01:31:46,874 It's worth it. 1009 01:31:53,916 --> 01:31:58,915 Jing'er. 1010 01:33:17,625 --> 01:33:19,207 Detective Dee! 1011 01:33:30,458 --> 01:33:32,624 We don't have time. No need to untie me. 1012 01:33:33,208 --> 01:33:34,665 I know why Jia had to die. 1013 01:33:37,208 --> 01:33:39,457 I saw his inspection diagram. 1014 01:33:43,833 --> 01:33:44,957 That Buddha... 1015 01:33:45,291 --> 01:33:52,249 will be used to kill the Empress. 1016 01:33:56,000 --> 01:34:53,165 Rein buckle. . . 1017 01:36:14,916 --> 01:36:18,999 With the righteous sky above me, I am fearless. 1018 01:36:24,791 --> 01:36:29,124 Like the sea waves, the new always supersedes the old. 1019 01:36:40,041 --> 01:36:44,540 I am the only one who dare to challenge the tradition. 1020 01:36:51,583 --> 01:36:52,582 You, the witch Empress 1021 01:36:53,875 --> 01:36:56,874 has upturned our whole Kingdom. 1022 01:36:58,541 --> 01:37:01,082 But I will be the one 1023 01:37:01,250 --> 01:37:04,124 who destroy all your venomous plans. 1024 01:37:06,333 --> 01:37:08,999 I know the winner takes it all. 1025 01:37:10,666 --> 01:37:14,374 And the heaven above will help me fight for justice. 1026 01:37:15,500 --> 01:37:16,415 Today 1027 01:37:17,083 --> 01:37:19,124 at day break 1028 01:37:20,208 --> 01:37:23,332 let's see how I combat with you. 1029 01:37:33,333 --> 01:37:34,207 It's the signal. 1030 01:37:38,791 --> 01:37:39,582 Let's start! 1031 01:38:10,250 --> 01:38:13,707 This is the inspection diagram by Master Jia. 1032 01:38:13,958 --> 01:38:16,249 Pei found it in Jia's residence. 1033 01:38:16,458 --> 01:38:19,707 Jia found out the Tubular Pillar is different from the original design. 1034 01:38:22,166 --> 01:38:24,124 According to Jia's memorial before his death, 1035 01:38:25,625 --> 01:38:29,249 holes were found underneath all amulets. 1036 01:38:29,833 --> 01:38:32,957 Although he did not know the reason, 1037 01:38:33,458 --> 01:38:35,624 he was murdered nonetheless. 1038 01:38:41,458 --> 01:38:44,457 The Towering Buddha is 66 yards high, 1039 01:38:45,041 --> 01:38:49,832 overlooking the palace. It can fall right upon the coronation stage 1040 01:38:51,083 --> 01:38:54,999 The Coronation Ceremony is the best timing. 1041 01:39:06,750 --> 01:39:09,790 Xue's death was a camouflage. 1042 01:39:09,958 --> 01:39:11,374 You wanted to divert our attention, 1043 01:39:12,000 --> 01:39:13,915 linking the death to the amulets, 1044 01:39:14,750 --> 01:39:16,165 blaming it all on the Imperial Chaplain. 1045 01:39:19,166 --> 01:39:20,874 You also took advantage of our relationship, 1046 01:39:21,708 --> 01:39:23,707 preempting my every move. 1047 01:39:23,958 --> 01:39:26,624 Be it to Donkey Wang or to the Monastery, 1048 01:39:26,791 --> 01:39:28,207 you managed to set up ambushes beforehand. 1049 01:39:28,416 --> 01:39:29,415 So I am sure that 1050 01:39:29,916 --> 01:39:32,249 it's you who killed Jing'er outside the Monastery. 1051 01:39:34,708 --> 01:39:36,665 I would never underestimate your ability. 1052 01:39:38,083 --> 01:39:40,832 Dee, what more do you know about this? 1053 01:39:47,333 --> 01:39:50,999 Six years ago, you were the supervisor when the Monastery was under renovation. 1054 01:39:52,375 --> 01:39:55,915 I discovered the remnants of the fire turtles left by Donkey Wang. 1055 01:39:57,166 --> 01:39:58,374 Donglai was right. 1056 01:39:59,666 --> 01:40:02,915 The poison entered the body through water. 1057 01:40:03,791 --> 01:40:05,374 Jia drank the water 1058 01:40:05,541 --> 01:40:07,082 but Xue did not. 1059 01:40:08,916 --> 01:40:11,915 After he snatched the amulet, he didn't drink any water. 1060 01:40:12,291 --> 01:40:15,249 So the poison must have come 1061 01:40:15,500 --> 01:40:17,165 from outside. 1062 01:40:17,916 --> 01:40:20,457 The poison must have seeped through his body. 1063 01:40:25,333 --> 01:40:27,957 Dee, what else do you know? 1064 01:40:29,416 --> 01:40:32,457 Stop it, brother! 1065 01:40:33,083 --> 01:40:34,457 It's baneful to the empire and the people. 1066 01:40:35,125 --> 01:40:36,999 Don't make continuous mistakes. 1067 01:40:37,750 --> 01:40:39,040 Since 8 years ago, 1068 01:40:40,750 --> 01:40:41,999 I have made up mind long time ago. 1069 01:40:43,208 --> 01:40:45,082 I've only lived for one thing. 1070 01:40:51,416 --> 01:40:55,457 She gave me this; I have to repay her! 1071 01:41:11,125 --> 01:41:12,415 I know you will be back. 1072 01:41:20,500 --> 01:41:22,124 Getting in here is easy but not going out. 1073 01:41:56,666 --> 01:41:57,540 Archers. 1074 01:41:59,166 --> 01:42:00,332 Kill him! 1075 01:42:58,583 --> 01:42:59,957 Tubular pillar... 1076 01:43:02,750 --> 01:43:03,749 Molten fluid. . . 1077 01:43:55,666 --> 01:43:58,457 8 years ago, you led a revolt against her. 1078 01:43:59,250 --> 01:44:00,749 Now you're giving your life for her. 1079 01:44:01,541 --> 01:44:03,415 Why did you go back on your words? 1080 01:44:03,583 --> 01:44:04,749 If you destroy the palace like this, 1081 01:44:05,208 --> 01:44:07,707 many more officials will be killed at the same time. 1082 01:44:08,416 --> 01:44:10,415 So you'll be killing more than her. 1083 01:44:19,666 --> 01:44:20,665 Release the molten fluid! 1084 01:44:27,000 --> 01:44:28,874 The die is cast. 1085 01:44:29,208 --> 01:44:30,915 The fluid will run into the tubular pillar 1086 01:44:31,125 --> 01:44:32,415 and melt its base. 1087 01:44:32,583 --> 01:44:34,040 The Buddha will fall upon the coronation stage. 1088 01:44:34,333 --> 01:44:36,999 No one will survive in the Palace. 1089 01:44:38,375 --> 01:44:40,124 I know you too well. 1090 01:44:40,291 --> 01:44:42,332 I heard you were brought back for the case, 1091 01:44:43,000 --> 01:44:45,874 so I advised the Prince to kill you, 1092 01:44:46,416 --> 01:44:48,832 or you would ruin our plan. 1093 01:44:49,458 --> 01:44:51,457 But that old fool refused to listen. 1094 01:44:52,041 --> 01:44:53,665 He even called me a flunkey, 1095 01:44:54,333 --> 01:44:57,082 so I killed him. 1096 01:44:58,041 --> 01:45:00,790 1 00,000 soldiers are outside the city. 1097 01:45:01,000 --> 01:45:02,582 Once the Buddha falls down, 1098 01:45:02,791 --> 01:45:05,082 they will enter the city to kill the bitch. 1099 01:45:08,375 --> 01:45:09,707 Even you can't survive this. 1100 01:45:22,250 --> 01:45:23,124 Break! 1101 01:46:38,250 --> 01:46:39,999 The fluid will run into the tubular pillar 1102 01:46:40,291 --> 01:46:41,415 and melt its base. 1103 01:46:41,583 --> 01:46:43,124 The Buddha will fall upon the coronation stage. 1104 01:46:43,416 --> 01:46:46,124 No one will survive in the Palace. 1105 01:46:49,541 --> 01:46:52,582 The time is ripe and Heaven has spoken. 1106 01:46:53,708 --> 01:46:58,790 Empress Wu is wise, gentle and generous. 1107 01:46:59,708 --> 01:47:03,790 For unification, she shall become Emperor. 1108 01:47:05,125 --> 01:47:08,290 Let this be known to the world! 1109 01:47:12,625 --> 01:47:15,665 Detective Dee. . . You can't get out! 1110 01:47:15,916 --> 01:47:16,957 Once the Buddha falls down, 1111 01:47:17,166 --> 01:47:18,874 I'll let you be buried with the bitch! 1112 01:47:42,666 --> 01:47:45,332 Shatuo, your plan has failed! 1113 01:48:09,416 --> 01:48:11,082 I can't stop the Buddha from collapsing, 1114 01:48:11,250 --> 01:48:13,707 but the fluid from the southwest has stopped. 1115 01:48:13,875 --> 01:48:15,874 The angle of the collapse will change. 1116 01:48:16,250 --> 01:48:17,957 It won't fall upon the coronation stage. 1117 01:48:18,125 --> 01:48:19,540 Oh! 1118 01:48:20,458 --> 01:48:22,040 I haven't failed! 1119 01:48:35,666 --> 01:48:38,165 After the Buddha has fallen, the guards will be in panic! 1120 01:48:43,125 --> 01:48:45,874 I'll now go to the palace and kill her myself. 1121 01:49:37,500 --> 01:49:39,124 Shatuo! Give up! 1122 01:49:39,500 --> 01:49:40,707 This is your last chance! 1123 01:50:44,875 --> 01:50:45,499 Your Majesty! 1124 01:50:45,666 --> 01:50:46,749 The Towering Buddha is wobbling. 1125 01:50:46,916 --> 01:50:47,957 It's falling towards the palace. 1126 01:50:48,125 --> 01:50:49,874 Please take shelter, your Majesty! 1127 01:50:51,708 --> 01:50:53,874 I'll go to see it. 1128 01:50:55,208 --> 01:50:57,832 How could this be happened? 1129 01:50:58,041 --> 01:50:59,540 Is it an omen? 1130 01:51:17,625 --> 01:51:19,957 Run! The Budda is collapsing! 1131 01:52:04,125 --> 01:52:06,957 I haven't failed 1132 01:52:12,166 --> 01:52:13,290 Go check what happened. 1133 01:52:13,500 --> 01:52:14,457 Is it really collapsing? 1134 01:52:20,125 --> 01:52:22,540 Your Majesty, it's not safe here and please leave at once. 1135 01:52:23,750 --> 01:52:24,624 Your Majesty! 1136 01:52:34,416 --> 01:52:35,707 Protect Her Majesty! 1137 01:52:35,958 --> 01:52:37,624 - Protect Her Majesty to leave here immediately! - Protect Her Majesty 1138 01:52:38,875 --> 01:52:40,124 The Buddha is falling towards the palace. 1139 01:53:00,833 --> 01:53:01,832 Hey! 1140 01:53:02,166 --> 01:53:05,290 It's falling towards you. Don't go that way! 1141 01:53:48,208 --> 01:53:51,957 Go save the Emperor 1142 01:54:12,791 --> 01:54:14,374 It's Detective Dee who saved me. . . 1143 01:54:17,000 --> 01:54:19,082 A rebel army is gathered 30 miles from here. 1144 01:54:19,416 --> 01:54:22,457 They will invade once the Buddha collapses. 1145 01:54:26,958 --> 01:54:28,790 Where's General Yao? 1146 01:54:29,000 --> 01:54:29,999 Yau is here! 1147 01:54:30,791 --> 01:54:33,249 Report the situation outside the city! 1148 01:54:33,416 --> 01:54:34,874 60,000 Imperial Guards 1149 01:54:35,041 --> 01:54:37,249 were in ambush in Bianzhou before daybreak! 1150 01:54:38,083 --> 01:54:42,082 Call General Zhang to lead 1 00,000 soldiers 1151 01:54:42,250 --> 01:54:44,707 to attack the enemies in the east 1152 01:54:44,875 --> 01:54:46,915 until the rebels are totally demolished. 1153 01:54:47,083 --> 01:54:48,374 Yes, Your Majesty. 1154 01:54:55,916 --> 01:54:57,957 You were well prepared indeed. 1155 01:55:00,958 --> 01:55:01,957 Detective Dee, 1156 01:55:03,291 --> 01:55:06,499 from this day onwards, 1157 01:55:07,291 --> 01:55:09,540 the whole world shall know you're my savior. 1158 01:55:12,458 --> 01:55:14,124 May I venture to say a few words to you 1159 01:55:14,958 --> 01:55:17,957 in front of the mace? 1160 01:55:18,125 --> 01:55:20,124 Preposterous! 1161 01:55:20,958 --> 01:55:21,957 Stand down. 1162 01:55:22,250 --> 01:55:23,040 Your Majesty! 1163 01:55:24,291 --> 01:55:25,624 I asked you to stand down! 1164 01:55:26,666 --> 01:55:29,040 - Stand down, everybody! - Yes 1165 01:55:33,708 --> 01:55:36,957 Under Heaven, with this mace as the witness, 1166 01:55:38,333 --> 01:55:43,040 would the sacred Empress Wu please listen: 1167 01:55:46,666 --> 01:55:48,082 On the pretense of magic, 1168 01:55:48,500 --> 01:55:50,165 you wantonly killed clansmen and officials. 1169 01:55:50,708 --> 01:55:52,040 This is unpardonable! 1170 01:55:52,333 --> 01:55:54,165 But society is on the brink of extinction, 1171 01:55:54,333 --> 01:55:55,332 So your punishment is hereby suspended. 1172 01:55:56,250 --> 01:55:59,665 Ruling requires power and stratagems, 1173 01:56:00,166 --> 01:56:02,832 but right and wrong cannot be confused! 1174 01:56:03,166 --> 01:56:05,290 May the Emperor know her every move, 1175 01:56:06,166 --> 01:56:08,165 and let Tang clansmen succeed her, 1176 01:56:09,083 --> 01:56:10,874 so that everything will be back to track. 1177 01:56:14,708 --> 01:56:16,415 You called me "Emperor"? 1178 01:56:18,083 --> 01:56:21,665 Long live the Emperor! Long Live! 1179 01:56:29,916 --> 01:56:34,040 Officials are lazy; nobody can help me. 1180 01:56:35,375 --> 01:56:39,165 For the people, you stay and help me. 1181 01:56:39,458 --> 01:56:42,415 I've been in rebellion several times. 1182 01:56:43,541 --> 01:56:46,915 How dare I meddle with state affairs? 1183 01:56:51,041 --> 01:56:52,915 My assignment is over. 1184 01:56:54,041 --> 01:56:56,749 I'm returning this mace to the late Emperor. 1185 01:57:38,666 --> 01:57:40,165 The truth has come to light... 1186 01:57:40,458 --> 01:57:42,457 The world is at peace finally. . . 1187 01:57:44,416 --> 01:57:46,957 But Detective Dee is in Phantom Bazaar. 1188 01:57:50,083 --> 01:57:52,290 Whether your fire turtle poison is curable 1189 01:57:53,041 --> 01:57:54,790 will depend on the will of Heaven. 1190 01:57:55,583 --> 01:57:58,040 The will of Heaven is bright and clear, 1191 01:57:58,291 --> 01:58:01,332 but I'm travelling alone. 1192 01:58:01,958 --> 01:58:03,374 Heaven and Earth have no space for me, 1193 01:58:03,541 --> 01:58:05,582 but my heart is at peace. 1194 01:58:06,500 --> 01:58:08,749 The sun is up. Let's go down. 1195 01:58:33,666 --> 01:58:34,749 "In 690 A. D.," 1196 01:58:34,916 --> 01:58:36,457 "Empress Wu became the first and only" 1197 01:58:36,625 --> 01:58:38,832 "female emperor in the history of China." 1198 01:58:42,833 --> 01:58:45,790 "1 5 years later, in 705 A.D. ," 1199 01:58:46,625 --> 01:58:49,249 "Empress Wu retired from the throne," 1200 01:58:49,416 --> 01:58:51,499 "returning the title to the Crown Prince," 1201 01:58:51,666 --> 01:58:56,457 "in honor of her promise to Detective Dee." 1202 01:59:04,958 --> 01:59:08,957 "Co-starring Richard Ng Teddy Robin Yao Lu Liu Jinshan" 1203 01:59:09,625 --> 01:59:11,874 "Screenplay by Zhang Jialu" 1204 01:59:12,583 --> 01:59:15,915 "Cinematography by Chan Chi Ying Chan Chor Keung HKSC" 1205 01:59:16,666 --> 01:59:20,249 "Image Designer Bruce Yu Production Designer James Chiu" 1206 01:59:20,833 --> 01:59:24,207 "Edited by Yau Chi Wai Additional Editing Xiao Yang" 1207 01:59:24,875 --> 01:59:28,582 "Music by Peter Kam Sound Supervisor Wang Danrong Zhao Nan" 1208 01:59:29,291 --> 01:59:30,999 "Vfx Producer Edward Chiyun Yi Chang Ik Jeong" 1209 01:59:31,166 --> 01:59:34,374 "Vfx Supervisor Yong Gi Lee Sang Woo Nam Miniatures Director Andy Ma" 1210 01:59:34,875 --> 01:59:38,540 "Co-Producer Bernard Yang Co-Executive Producer Zhang Dajun" 87417