Original subtitles

[Respect Copyright, Everyone's Responsibility]

[The Eternal Fragrance]

[Adapted from Shisilang's novel, The Eternal Fragrance]

[Episode 3]

If I kill her now,

the fox spirit may reveal itself to save her.

Now's the chance to shatter her meridians.

We've been moved somewhere else?

So we passed the first trial?

Xiaobangchui?

Xiaobangchui!

You guys made it too?

Xiaobangchui!

You guys made it too. That's great!

You're here too.

Xiaobangchui, what happened to your clothes...?

Don't even ask.

It was all icicles and snow blades

along the way.

I'm lucky I didn't get skewered.

Xiuyuan, how are you? Are you hurt?

And it was freezing cold.

I almost didn't make it.

What about you guys?

We ran into some kind of mystical formation.

But with Ye here,

nothing could stop us.

So we've passed the first trial?

Next...

Help! Don't kill me!

You...

Stay back!

Don't kill me!

Tongzhou, is this forest the second trial?

Don't touch anything.

Your Highness, you really are brilliant!

Stop messing around.

Who knows when the second trial will end.

It's miasma.

- What's going on? - What's going on?

- What's happening? - Are you okay?

- Changyue! - Changyue!

Changyue!

Don't go out there! Stay in the light.

- Changyue, are you okay? - Are you okay?

I'm fine.

Tongzhou, what is that?

This is bad.

Run!

Where did these wraith birds come from?

They weren't part of the formation.

I was careless.

Didn't expect so many wraiths here.

They must have been disturbed by our formation.

Go!

You little brat.

Can't you just run away quietly? Are you crazy?

I'll beat...

Run!

Xiaobangchui!

Lei Xiuyuan!

Why didn't you tell me they were gone?

We were running for our lives just now.

Couldn't care less about anything else.

Tongzhou, this is just a trial.

They can't be in real danger.

Your Highness, Lei Xiuyuan

isn't one of us.

He's skilled. Maybe he's already escaped.

Right, Tongzhou.

Let's get out of this creepy forest first.

It's so scary here.

Tongzhou,

please, let's go first, okay?

Let's go.

Let's go!

Get in!

No, no!

Caves are full of monsters and ghosts.

I'm not going.

This cave seems really deep.

Hope there isn't anything evil in here.

Wind?

So there's an exit here?

We need to get out fast.

I don't want to be chased by those crazy birds again.

Um...

you go in first.

What's going on?

Let's go.

It's a dead end!

Why are these creepy things everywhere?

Ghost butterflies of the deep valley, feeding on spirits and bones.

They're bone-devouring butterflies.

What a cursed name.

Is this also part of the trial?

Block them!

Hang in there.

You have plenty of spirit power. You can do this!

Hang in there.

Hold on.

Shall I transfer spirit power to you?

Stop!

I'm sorry, really.

I can't die yet. I still have to save Master...

Master?

This is a life-saving talisman I made

using a century of my cultivation.

Remember, it only works once.

Only use it when you absolutely have to.

Master, don't fail me now.

Here.

Are you okay?

Is the talisman going to destroy him too?

Wait, you...

What did you put inside me?

You can't die.

Wait, hey!

If you die, I can't answer to His Highness.

What's wrong?

My Lord.

Tongzhou!

Tongzhou?

Once Zhao Mingli finishes scouting,

you go back to the capital with him.

Tongzhou!

Tongzhou, I swear

I didn't mean to hurt Xiaobangchui.

Really.

Having the intent to harm is no different from doing it.

Tongzhou.

Tongzhou.

Are you okay?

Be careful.

Here, sit down.

This isn't a trial.

This is murder!

No, the academy wouldn't kill anyone in the trial.

We're almost dying.

Why haven't the masters shown up?

What was your deal at the cave entrance last night?

What formation were you setting up?

What are you thinking about?

Answer me.

Don't go.

Don't leave me.

Let go!

You almost got me killed again!

I've got you figured out.

You never change!

I knew it the moment I saw you.

Master once said those with abundant spirit power command natural authority,

and all spirits avoid them.

Could Master's talisman

have boosted his cultivation,

spiking his power

and turning him from a jinx into a bodyguard?

What did you know?

I knew

you were naturally gifted, lean, and tall.

From now on, I'll...

You'll stick with me. I'll protect you.

Her magic is clearly weak,

yet I keep failing to get her.

I'll have to make a risky move.

You're not saying anything, so that means you agree.

It's settled then!

Not again.

Tongzhou.

Riyan? When did it come out?

No. It's not the real one.

So this is the Nine-Tailed Fox Zhenyunzi was looking for?

Your Highness, you're a genius.

This fox spirit is no match for you.

We'll head off first so we don't get in your way.

- It's part of the trial too. - Let go.

Let's fight it together.

Go die yourself if you want. Don't drag me into it.

Your Highness, look,

I really can't bear to leave you.

I'll back you up. Let's beat it together.

Its power is in its tail. Cut off its tail!

This fox spirit has a strange aura.

Doesn't seem like a thousand-year-old spirit.

One test and we'll know if it's real.

Tongzhou!

Xiaobangchui!

Wait, wait... hold on.

Do you know Riyan?

He's my friend. Also a big white fox.

Wait,

let me finish.

Let me finish.

You scumbag! You used me as bait?

- Xiaobangchui! - Xiuyuan!

Strange. I've seen a belly full of grass,

but never a belly full of fur.

Its evil spiritual energy isn't strong.

Could it be a clone?

Where is the exit?

Hey, wake up.

Are these all your shed hairs?

Are you balding?

You're the one balding!

I've been eating Lingzhi and Caowu for years.

My fur is thick and shiny.

I've only shed a single strand in all these years.

So only one strand.

Which one is the real one?

Found it.

Fox spirit, reveal yourself!

Who would've thought? Its true form is just a single fox hair.

The fox spirit must be secretly helping her.

Just a single hair has this much power.

If the real Nine-Tailed Fox showed up,

wouldn't it be unstoppable?

Though it was just an illusionary spirit,

you two actually forced it back to its true form.

You both have impressive skills.

How did you do it?

All thanks to His Highness's Luminescent Ring.

Otherwise, we'd have all been done for.

The Luminescent Ring can ward off evil,

but it can't destroy spirits.

Whatever.

Anyway, you faced danger without fear

and didn't abandon your companions.

That deserves praise.

I hope that once you step onto the immortal path,

you'll keep

this pure heart,

support each other, and fight together.

Sir, does that mean

we all passed?

All candidates present have passed the trial.

You're amazing, Xiaobangchui!

Awesome!

- We passed! - Incredible, Xiaobangchui!

Lei Xiuyuan,

I didn't think you'd actually get into the academy.

I underestimated you.

How's Shanhua?

[Mo Chen, Xingzheng Hall] Not dead yet. But close.

Elder Zhenyun wants you to act quickly.

Otherwise, once she enters the academy,

you might have to go in too.

Shanhua's life hangs by a thread. I'm not in the mood to enter the academy.

That depends on how fast you move.

Isn't there a way to capture

the fox spirit without killing the host?

You've only been together for a few days.

Can't bring yourself to do it already?

The fox spirit is powerful and is protective of its master.

I can't beat it.

Elder Zhenyun anticipated that.

What's this?

Soul-destroying Threads. It can bind the primordial spirit of a monster.

But it'll backfire and destroy your soul meridians.

You...

All masters of the immortal sects cut off worldly ties

and pursue the path of detachment.

Do you think Elder Zhenyun would sacrifice his own cultivation

for an outcast

and let you hinder his path to immortality?

Remember,

Lu Shanhua's life is in your hands.

Send the fox spirit to Xingzheng Hall,

and you'll see him sooner.

Otherwise,

you'll only reunite in the underworld.

So that's how it is.

Xiaobangchui. Xiaobangchui?

Watching the moon? You're lovesick or something?

Little Matchmaker, I was just looking for you.

Who are you looking for this time?

Not looking for someone. I'm keeping tabs on someone.

On whom? That troublemaker?

I think he's got his eye on Riyan.

We definitely need to look into this.

Can't just let that stinky fox end up as a scarf.

Help!

Dual souls entangled, sharing one fate of life and death?

What's going on?

He is after you. I'm out!

Hey,

is that something a friend would do?

Will it ever end?

Your Highness.

Prince Ying,

you keep giving me a hard time.

Are you determined to go against Longming Sanctuary?

Is the Yue State trying to become the next Gaolu State?

You dare threaten me?

I heard that Elder Xuanshan of Xingzheng Hall is struggling

to recover from his old injuries.

If something happens to him,

who will protect Yue?

You slander my country! That's a capital offense!

Xiaobangchui, Luminescent Ring!

Burned... burned to ashes?

First time killing?

Don't be scared. You've removed a threat for the state.

I'll

treat you well from now on.

You just killed people randomly!

Got ground to dust, huh?

That's karma. Justice served!

Are they divine deer from heaven?

They're rainbow deer. You've never seen one?

Making such a fuss.

You've seen one?

Of course.

You definitely haven't.

I had one at home when I was little!

Acting tough.

Tongzhou!

Is one carriage

enough for all of us?

Time to go grab a seat.

Ambergris? Must be rich.

Little brat.

Your Highness, this way.

Have a seat.

Right here.

Okay.

Where did you go after drinking last night?

I was drunk. Slept at the inn.

We're flying!

♪All the way♪

♪From the foot of the mountain to the peak♪

♪I've passed through cliffs of blades and seas of fire♪

♪Breaking the seal against thousands, returning in glory♪

♪The ones who make it are the chosen ones♪

Alright.

What are you doing?

What are you doing?

♪With you, beneath the stars, the sun and moon♪

- Just let me see. - Xiaobangchui.

♪This unquenchable fervor is a wonder to behold♪

Come over here to look.

♪One final battle, we charge ahead♪

Thanks, Your Highness.

♪The path of light is not far away♪

So many islands. It's beautiful!

This is stunning.

I've never seen anything like it.

Help!

Xiaobangchui!

Xiaobangchui!

What are you doing, Lanya?

Help!

Help!

Hold on tight.

[Mo Yanfan, Chufeng Academy]

I'm a master from the academy.

Are you the freshmen of this year?

Hello, master. I'm Xiaobangchui.

Xiaobangchui? What an interesting name.

And this is...?

I'm Lei Xiuyuan.

Lei Xiuyuan? You're talented.

And you have good character.

The academy is just ahead. Stay steady.

Excuse me.

[Chufeng Academy]

Xiaobangchui!

Are you okay?

I'm fine.

Thanks.

Make way.

- Move aside. - Move aside.

Situ Lanya.

Did you push Xiaobangchui down on purpose?

Yes, I did. So what?

You're going too far!

- Mind your tone! - What did you say?

- Say that again. - You!

- Tongzhou... - What are you doing?

The rules of Chufeng Academy

forbid private fights among disciples.

Anyone who harms a fellow disciple will have their spirit roots destroyed

and be expelled.

But...

There'll be plenty of time.

It's an academy, after all.

Exactly.

Yes, master.

Xiuyuan jumped down after you

without a second thought.

Since when did you two get so close?

He owes me. Guess he's giving himself to me.

Welcome to Chufeng Academy.

The headmaster and masters are waiting at Hongyang Hall.

Follow me.

Let's go.

Let's go.

No learning, no broadening of talent; no will, no success in studies.

Though you were the most outstanding

among the various sects across the lands,

from the moment you step into Chufeng Academy,

you become its disciples.

You must leave mortal affairs behind,

[Zuo Qiu, Chufeng Academy] focus on your cultivation,

and strive with diligence.

The path of cultivation

requires a dedicated heart.

What is a dedicated heart?

It could be for a personal wish,

or for the greater good. Neither is better or worse.

But you must know good from evil, distinguish right from wrong,

and cultivate your inner mind.

I heard Headmaster Zuo Qiu is a thousand years old.

What elixir of immortality is he on?

[Lin You, Chufeng Academy]

The path of cultivation is long. Remember that always.

Never forget your original intent along the way.

- Yes! - Yes!

Alright, go get settled in.

- Let's go. - Go.

Xiaobangchui.

You stay.

You guys go ahead.

Lei Xiuyuan?

You're waiting for Xiaobangchui?

You're overthinking it.

You said you didn't want to enter the academy.

Why the sudden change of heart?

None of your business.

It's because of that man, isn't it?

His name is Lu Shanhua.

What do you know?

I ran into Senior Mo Chen,

so I know a bit about it.

My uncle Xuanshanzi

is one of the two chief elders

of Xingzheng Hall.

If you need...

I don't need it.

Why?

As a member of the Gaolu imperial family,

haven't you thought about revenge?

Don't you want to restore Gaolu?

Gaolu is long gone.

I won't be a puppet in the conflict

between Yue and Wugou.

Save your schemes.

Xiaobangchui is clever.

She's definitely noticed you scheming

to get close to her.

Sir, have you really never seen my senior brother?

I really haven't.

Your master sent you here,

which means he believed you were destined for this academy.

And the fact that Immortal Dongyang gave you those beads

proves you have an immortal affinity.

Just stay here with peace of mind.

Work hard on your cultivation,

and everything you seek

will fall into place.

When will that be?

I can't even find Senior Brother.

How am I supposed to find Master?

Sir,

are you trying to send me away?

No.

I'd like to give you a formal name.

Would you like that?

Can't "Xiaobangchui" be my formal name?

Your master

just loves cutting corners.

"Xiaobangchui" is really just a nickname.

Since he sent you here,

I might as well be your second master.

So I'll give you a formal name.

Your master would be happy

about it.

That old geezer really did cut corners.

Sir, please give me a new name.

You were raised by your master.

And you're a girl.

Your surname will be Jiang.

As you said,

your master found you

by the river at first light of the day.

That is dawn.

You could be called Jiang Li. [*"Li" means "dawn"]

Jiang Li?

But "Jiang Li" is a name

that echoes "farewell". [*A play on homophones]

Since you hope to find your master,

you mustn't leave.

"Fei" means

"not."

Xiaobangchui.

Starting today,

your name is

Jiang Lifei.

Jiang

Li

Fei?

[The Eternal Fragrance]

[Adapted from Shisilang's novel, The Eternal Fragrance]

♪If legends tell of a perilous land♪

♪Why not give it a shot and march with all my might?♪

♪Fearless through a hundred battles, I finally earn my place♪

♪Happy new semester♪

♪Wearing a flowing green robe, like immortal feathers dancing♪

♪The fierce gale is grasped tightly in my palm♪

♪Hearts united, drawing together for a thunderous strike♪

♪Refusing to coast through life♪

♪Though a crisis is sealed before us, I will not give up♪

♪Leaving my silhouette between heaven and earth♪

♪Just as I hesitate and drift away♪

♪A sudden awakening comes♪

♪We will make all the world's pain kneel before us♪

♪The song of victory never stops♪

♪The darkness all turns into illusions♪

♪Unmatched across the Three Realms♪

♪With bare hands, we clench our fists tight♪

♪Soaring high against the wind to hunt the enemy♪

♪Together we shatter the filth and malice of this world♪

♪Guarding our ground, we rise to the peak♪

♪No need to wait around for natural gifts♪

♪Learning knows no end; we unite as one♪

♪The howling wind obeys my command♪

♪If legends tell of a perilous land♪

♪Why not give it a shot and march with all my might?♪

♪Fearless through a hundred battles, I finally earn my place♪

♪Happy new semester♪

♪Wearing a flowing green robe, like immortal feathers dancing♪

♪The fierce gale is grasped tightly in my palm♪

♪Hearts united, drawing together for a thunderous strike♪

♪Refusing to coast through life♪

♪Though a crisis is sealed before us, I will not give up♪

♪Leaving my silhouette between heaven and earth♪

♪Just as I hesitate and drift away♪

♪A sudden awakening comes♪

♪We will make all the world's pain kneel before us♪

♪The song of victory never stops♪

♪The darkness all turns into illusions♪

♪Unmatched across the Three Realms♪

♪With bare hands, we clench our fists tight♪

♪Soaring high against the wind to hunt the enemy♪

♪Together we shatter the filth and malice of this world♪

♪Guarding our ground, we rise to the peak♪

♪No need to wait around for natural gifts♪

♪Learning knows no end; we unite as one♪

♪The howling wind obeys my command♪

♪Even in adversity, do not sigh♪

♪Play the next game and turn the tables♪

♪Swearing to master a supreme skill to banish evil and cure the sick♪

♪Even a dead end will never be walked in vain♪

♪The hunting hour is drawing near♪

♪Taking on all comers, pressing forward to seize the win♪

♪Bound to win no matter what♪