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[Episode 12]

Prince Ying has arrived

Mother

Mother

I'll accuse PM Zhang Xingwei

of extending his jurisdiction over the examination for scholars

by trying to win over poor students

and planning to eliminate them if they refuse

Today,

several poor students have gone missing

Empress Dowager

I am wrongly accused!

I was only concerned

about the hardships of the poor students

I thought they'd not be well taken care of before the exam

I instructed the aristocratic youths

to treat them well

How could you tarnish my reputation

with such groundless accusations?

Then tell me

Where are those poor students

who left the banquet early now?

Empress Dowager

I believe

PM Zhang is the leader of the scholars

He has always valued talent

He may win them over

but to accuse him of murder

I'm afraid

that he alone couldn't do it

Vice Manager Lai

What do you mean by this?

Stop talking nonsense

Yong'an

This matter is of great importance

Do not make baseless speculations

Do you have evidence?

I...

I have

Several poor disciples were attacked last night

and were ultimately rescued by the Internal Affairs Office

These are the intercepted weapons

All bear

the emblem of the Prince Xian's Manor

Mother

I have absolutely no connection

to this matter

Please investigate thoroughly

Before the assassins died, they confessed

that they were acting on orders from the Prince Xian

Grand Minister Shen

You...

Stop making baseless accusations

I...

I don't know when

you pledged allegiance to Prince Ying

PM Zhang, do not talk your way out of this

We have evidence and testimonies now

How can you and the Prince Xian

handle the examination?

Confess and accept punishment

The perpetrator will be brought to justice

but not PM Zhang and the Prince Xian

Minister Shen

You saved them

and you brought the evidence

Why are you now claiming

that someone else was behind this?

There were three groups of assailants

The first group was only meant to intimidate and abduct

probably to establish authority

among the poor students

These people

are PM Zhang's men

I...

The second group was more ruthless

They used weapons

provided by the Prince Xian

Yet they constantly emphasized

the Prince Xian's identity

Afraid that others are unaware

Who are you all?

Prince Xian is always wise

You several poor scholars

Threats and inducements are useless

Just kill you all

The third group is secretly

ambushing assassins

Cruel methods just to silence

They even deliberately used

the hidden weapon of the Prince Xian

How is this possible?

If Prince Xian was behind the scenes

How could it be so obvious

Empress Dowager

Isn't this contradictory?

It seems there are more

than just one group of people outside

who's eager to convict me

Mother

Please discern clearly

Since the evidence is doubtful

Then

Let the Internal Affairs Office continue the investigation

I obey the decree

This time all the students

are protected by Minister Shen

turning danger into safety

We must not

allow any more trouble

Prince Xian

PM Zhang

The safety of the students

IS your responsibility

If anything happens,

you'll be questioned

I obey the decree

Empress Dowager, please rest assured

Even if I have to risk my life

I'll protect all the students

Grand Minister

Grand Minister

Thank the Grand Minister today

I'm just handling the case impartially

No favoritism

PM Zhang, there's no need to thank me

PM Zhang

PM Zhang, why go to such lengths?

He just wants to show off

in front of the Empress Dowager

So Vice Manager Lai

is more secretive and low-key

But always being hidden in the dark

Be careful not to trap yourself

Cheers

This must be hosted by Yan Xing

Let me tell you

You didn't see it

Today when Master Wu

heard that Yan Xing obtained

the authority to investigate Chen Huo'e's case

His face turned so bad

Well, you know what?

He even asked us

to separate from Yan Xing

He can control me in the Ministry of Justice

How can he he control

who I drink with?

Yan Xing

You can find me anytime

if you need us

Here

A toast to you

And me

And me

Come on, let's go together

Come on

Right, Yan Xing

I wanna ask you something

Do you know of any method

to remove birthmarks?

Birthmarks?

Why don't I know you have a birthmark?

I...

A friend of mine

He asked me about

the way to remove birthmarks

I've looked up a lot of medicinal books recently,

but I couldn't find it

So, I came to ask you

Birthmarks are congenital

If it's not a medical condition,

it's difficult to remove them with just herbs

I heard from friends in the martial world

about a method

to remove birthmarks

What is it, Lord Xu?

This sounds a bit peculiar

It involves a ring made of pure gold

constantly wiping the birthmark

Well, that's simple

I have plenty of gold

Thank you

You're welcome

Waiter

Waiter

Nobody here. I'll go

Waiter, bring another pot of wine

Has Chuichui

met someone

with birthmarks recently?

Yan Xing

Yan Xing

Let me tell you

There are a few drunks nearby

One of them

looks pretty good

He came to the Ministry of Justice looking for you recently

Looking for me?

That's him

This one

The one in the middle

Ah Pan

Ah Pan

Young Master Pan

The selection for the Hongwen Institute is approaching

Didn't you say

you wanted to bring glory to poor students?

Why aren't you focusing on studying

and instead getting drunk here?

What about ignoring background?

It's clearly a case of man struggling against fate

These are the standard ploys of the Prince Xian

Prince Xian has dispatched three groups

to deal with us poor students

from humble backgrounds

This is just the beginning

The entrance exam this time

is not as simple as you think

I advise you all

not to dream of climbing the big tree

You can't handle the currents

of Xiang'an City

This muddy water of Xiang'an City

was stirred up by

you corrupt officials

Anything wrong with seeking power and profit?

It's not the power that's wrong,

it's the way power is used

With power,

you can protect those you want

and do what you believe is right

Pretending to be noble

with nothing but arrogance

Apart from indulging in idle talk,

what else can you achieve?

With such energy,

why not use it

in something truly useful?

Why not drink?

Why not drink?

Send them back to the ghost market

Thank you

Scribe Yan

Enjoy life to the fullest

Don't stop drinking

Don't stop drinking

Slow down

Exams are coming up soon

Why does he look like

he's drowning sorrows in alcohol?

Don't you know that?

Last night, three gangs of thugs

tried to kill humble students

Really?

Yes

What happened to the students?

Didn't Grand Minister tell you?

It was all thanks to his efforts

He alone saved them

Or it could have been a disaster

It was Shen Du who saved them

Deliver this letter to the Ministry of Justice

Thank you

Madam Official

I'm looking for

Scribe Yan from the Ministry of Justice

She's not here

She should be out investigating cases with White Impermanence

White Impermanence?

The Grand Minister of the Internal Affairs Office, Shen Du

He's Yan Xing's husband

Husband?

I heard that the Lady Grand Minister

got beaten up again today

She's limping when she walks

Yes

Her forehead swelled up

Marrying White Impermanence

wouldn't be a good choice

Yan Xing

We've been friends for so long

I shouldn't disturb you

now that you're married,

But how can I rest easy

knowing you've married

the notorious White Impermanence?

Madam

Steward Shen

Madam

What's going on?

After coming back,

the Grand Minister has been practicing martial arts in the backyard

He still hasn't had dinner

Madam, you're back

Please go to the backyard

These past two days,

the Grand Minister has been at home every day

preparing tea and snacks for you

But you've either been out handling cases

or drinking with strangers

on the streets

Now the Grand Minister is back at home

waiting for you all night

So...

He's waiting for me?

I thought

the he'd be busy with cases

Serve the dishes

Good punches

You actually came back

Me?

I went to the Internal Affairs Office

and checked Chen Shoujie's mansion

And I went to have a drink

with Chuitui and Brother Xu

And I met the merchant Ah Pan

So I came back a bit late

Anything you need from me?

I'm hungry

Then go eat

Oh yeah

I came back to tell you

I promised mom

that I'll be back at Yan Mansion tonight

You go eat first

I'll leave first

You...

Dinner is ready

What's with the dinner?

This family will fall apart without me

Uncle Zhong, you go first

I'll be there with the Grand Minister soon

Grand Minister

Madam is not just any

ignorant country woman

She is an honorable official

from the Ministry of Justice

With official duties

She'd have to work during the day

And it's fine to have a drink

with colleagues in the evening

You're making a big deal out of it

So what I mean is...

You might as well take this chance

Mom

I really can't drink anymore

This is the best tonic

I chose for you

I made this pot stew for you

It's a shame that your husband isn't back

Or I would've prepared it for both of you

Guaranteed to be fruitful

Mom

What are you thinking about?

Is there anything strange in it?

No, there isn't

I would like to

But I don't have any divine skills

like Chen Huo'e

Otherwise, I'd be able to whip up

some elixirs of immortality

What are you talking about, mom?

How do you know Chen Huo'e?

You must be joking

Everyone in Xiang'an

knows about her

Five years ago

Chen Huo'e, who publicly killed herself

died and came back to life

From the underworld

She returned after passing through hell

with incredible powers

It's indeed extraordinary

Where did you hear

all this nonsense from, mom?

I heard it from the Lady...

If you don't believe me

Wouldn't you believe her?

All the nobles in Xiang'an are spreading

the story of Chen Huo'e

And her supernatural powers to break through the gates of hell

Even the grim reaper

cannot stop her

Mom, you smell so good

What rouge did you use today?

You wanna know it?

I'll send you

Then drink more

Yan Xing

I heard it was thanks to you this time

that Caiwei and the others could safely return

It's rare for you to come back

The master specifically instructed the kitchen

to prepare some late-night snacks

Eat more

Eat more

Yan Xing

There are many rumors about you

and the Grand Minister outside

If you are really wronged,

you must tell us

Yes

Grand Minister is here

Who else will he catch next?

Grand Minister, this way

Hurry up

Hurry, go hide in the back room

Hurry

Don't act like you're seeing the King of Hell

The Grand Minister doesn't eat people

Mojie

Since last time

White Impermanence took you away,

it seems like you've changed

You're even thinking he's fine

That's for sure

Now I am...

I am...

I can't say it

Grand Minister

Looks like I arrived just in time

I can accompany Madam

and all the family members

to have a late-night snack together

Yes

Why did you come today?

Grand Minister, have a seat here

Madam is not home

So the food tastes bland to me

Father-in-law

Thank you, Grand Minister

Thank you, Grand Minister

Madam

Come on

Thank you

That's enough

Come on

Madam, take your time eating

Though not as delicious as

what you cook yourself,

it's the familiar taste that matters

Don't just stand there

Sit down and eat together

Okay

Today, I wanna

chat with my sister again

Why don't you go back first?

Okay

Just keep chatting

I'll wait for you

No rush

Shen Du, what are you up to?

Grand Minister

The information I provided recently,

was it timely?

I would know it

seeing those ignorant commoners

PM Zhang would deal with them

Indeed Yan Xing's brother

Very clever

Thank you for your appreciation

After I pass this exam,

please promote me

Grand Minister

That's all nonsense

Please don't be offended

Please don't be offended

Indeed, he saved these students

Grand Minister, please come in

Just passing the time

Please have a look at

my paintings from many years ago

I've long heard that Master Yan

is a master of calligraphy and painting

Today, being able to see your works

is indeed a fortunate event

Never thought that there would be

so many calligraphy

and painting examples in Yan's Mansion

This calligraphy example

Isn't the authentic piece in the palace?

Never thought that

I couldn't hide it from you

The real piece of this exemplar

is naturally in the palace

This one

is just a copy of my work

Honestly

Grand Minister

All the renowned works in this room

are merely imitations by me

Playing tricks with the fake

I never expected that Dr. Yan

would imitate the calligraphy of

various masters so vividly

Grand Minister, I'm flattered

I have no other skills

Only in imitating

can I take the lead

I heard from Madam that...

Grand Minister

Look at calligraphy and paintings together

It reminded me that old master once copied

Lord Shen's manuscript

I purposely brought it out

My father?

Grand Minister, please excuse me

I...

I have no other intentions

It's just that...

It's okay

My father was a criminal

Naturally, few people would be willing to be associated

Actually,

I did study carefully

Lord Shen's brushstrokes

When he was young,

his brushstrokes were like a sword,

powerful and grand

But later on,

his strokes became more reserved,

simple and rounded

After much practice,

I could finally achieve

a similar style

Could it be...

It's been a long time since

I've seen this

I lost my focus for a moment

I apologize

No...

I've still got work

I'll take my leave

Alright then

Grand Minister is indeed busy

No need to see me off

Bye, Grand Minister

Look at you

PM Zhang once said

Shen Du confessed on behalf of his father

and thus cleared his name

Why are you acting clueless?

I...

How would I know?

Father's handwriting is truly excellent

Give me a painting

My arm

has not been as strong as before

since it was injured years ago

I'll give you a fan

as I mentioned before

The handwriting is elegant

The strokes are sharp as a sword

Indeed, it's two different styles

The one who faked father's handwriting

and being a traitorous person selling out the country

Could it be...

Yan Xing's father?

Why hasn't he arrived yet?

Ghost-faced brother

Ghost-faced brother

You finally came

Are you here to see your mother again?

I've been waiting for you

Waiting for me?

For you

This is...

I found out about

a secret remedy that can remove birthmarks

It's said that by using this

to rub the birthmark back and forth

it can fade and disappear

Try this

Are you deliberately giving this to me?

What if I don't come today...

Then I'll come tomorrow

Anyway, I'll come more often to be with my mom

She will be delighted

Let me teach you

Give me your hand

Like this

Rub back and forth on the birthmark

Don't be too gentle

but also not too forceful

Got it?

For you

Keep it

In any case,

you must persevere

for it to be effective

We are not related,

So why

are you giving me such a valuable item?

It's not that valuable

Me, Lu Chuichui,

have more than enough gold

As long as your birthmark can be cured,

in the future,

you can take off your mask

and face the world openly

That's worth more than any gold

that can't be bought back

Thank you

This is a misunderstanding, Lord

I have been wronged

Please help me, Lord

Shouting grievances at me

That's a first

What grievances do you have?

In the case of the Jinxiu Workshop back then,

many innocent people died

Please investigate it, Lord

No interest

Go away

Grand Minister

I heard that you're called White Impermanence,

known for being upright and catching evil spirits

You won't ignore the grievances of the people

If Grand Minister

does not agree to vindicate the Jinxiu Workshop,

I'm willing to die with determination

So crazy

I'm afraid she's an assassin

Lord

Please vindicate the Jinxiu Workshop

Stop!

Vice Manager Lai

What crime has she committed?

So that you'd burn her on the street

This is Zhuque Street in Xiang'an

Under the Emperor's feet

The people are all watching

Do you really wanna take lives?

I just wanted to deal with an assassin

Do you wanna get involved?

Grand Minister

So it was you

Grand Minister Shen

I'm not an assassin

I wanna plead for justice

Please help me

reopen the case of Jinxiu Workshop

Vice Manager Lai

Since this lady

is looking for me,

I'll take her with me

Since Grand Minister asked,

I'll give this person to you

Grand Minister

I've long heard

that Grand Minister is impartial

and most upright

Our family was providing

silk materials to Jinxiu Workshop in Jiangnan

This is Jinxiu Workshop's

order book for our family

This is the order placed

by Princess's husband

Exquisite purple chrysanthemums

But this order paper

is thinner than usual

If it can be proven that this order

has been tampered with,

Jinxiu Workshop can be acquitted

Right?

I'll take this

Go back first

If needed,

the Internal Affairs Office will contact your parents

But the owners of Jinxiu Workshop

are good people

They must have been wronged

Jing Lin

Send her out of the city

Help!

Hero!

Hurry and catch the villains

Don't let them escape

They've already run far

Miss, are you okay?

No need to worry about me

You should go catch the person first

He must be related to

the old case of Jinxiu Workshop

Or they wouldn't wanna kill me to cover it up

Brother Xu

Miss Yan

Grand Minister

Miss Yunque

was attacked last night at the hotel

If I hadn't happened to be patrolling nearby,

she would have been harmed

Is this how your Internal Affairs Office

guards witnesses?

I clearly escorted her out of the city yesterday

How did she sneak back here?

Grand Minister

I almost thought

I would never see you again

That man in black

surely wants to kill me to silence me

Grand Minister

You took my evidence

You must take responsibility for me

The order from Jinxiu Workshop

is crucial evidence

for the case review by Jinxiu Workshop

I am a key witness

You cannot ignore me

I told you yesterday

The old case of Jinxiu Workshop

cannot be reopened

solely based on this order

from six years ago

You caused a scene in Xiang'an City yesterday

trying to make everyone in the world

know your involvement in this case

Do you think that's exciting and fun?

Do you know that

this case is deeply complicated and involves many people

It attracted assassins last night

Tomorrow, your family

may face disaster

You are so engrossed in

investigating the case with passion

Where does that leave your family?

I didn't think that far

I was wrong

Things have come to this

We'll protect you

I'll send someone

to watch over your parents

We'll investigate the case

Before everything is clear

Do not act recklessly

Thank you, Grand Minister

I knew you wouldn't leave me alone

You have the order

from Jinxiu Workshop from six years ago

What's your relationship

with Jinxiu Workshop?

Did I say all that for nothing?

I'm curious

Who are you?

I gave the evidence to Grand Minister

Why should I tell you?

Don't disrespect Lady Grand Minister

Grand Minister

You...

You got married

Isn't it said outside

that any woman

who wants to marry Grand Minister

would die a tragic death?

How could this be?

I always thought

destiny

was leading me to marry you

So over these years

I have been studying hard

how to manage household affairs

how to be a good lady of the house

how to cook, keep accounts, and make beds

Even in my dreams

I think about marrying you, Grand Minister

You must be crazy

Madame

This has nothing to do with us

Yes

It's this woman

She publicly accused us

Grand Minister only brought her back

because of that

I have no misunderstandings about it

There would be

so many women who's into

the Grand Minister in Xiang'an

That's quite normal

Moreover

We're also...

It's a good thing if you've set your sights

on the person with the crush

So you've already made up your mind

Then what are you planning to do

afterwards?

In Chen Shoujie's residence,

only a piece of cloth

from Jinxiu Workshop was found

Which year's pattern it is

I have to verify it again

It's none of my business