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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:08,880 --> 00:00:13,360 Yi Sheng and Jin Buhuan are so disappointing 2 00:00:14,320 --> 00:00:15,320 It's hard for me to accept this 3 00:00:15,320 --> 00:00:19,720 That's why I never mentioned them 4 00:00:19,760 --> 00:00:22,560 I knew they were just two losers 5 00:00:22,800 --> 00:00:27,640 You are the only one of my relatives who are doing well 6 00:00:27,680 --> 00:00:30,600 Don't fail me 7 00:00:30,640 --> 00:00:34,080 I'm honored to serve you 8 00:00:34,080 --> 00:00:37,400 Your status means everything to me 9 00:00:37,400 --> 00:00:40,440 I will never fail you 10 00:00:42,480 --> 00:00:47,280 That's why I've thought it through. I will make you 11 00:00:47,320 --> 00:00:52,480 the prime minister even if it's just to make me look good 12 00:00:52,520 --> 00:00:58,760 Or people will laugh at me for coming from a family of idiots 13 00:00:58,760 --> 00:01:03,080 Madam and my master have yet to return today 14 00:01:04,960 --> 00:01:06,040 Do you have any idea when they might be back? 15 00:01:06,280 --> 00:01:08,680 I'm not sure. They don't operate on a fixed schedule when they go out 16 00:01:09,480 --> 00:01:12,440 Well… When they return 17 00:01:12,480 --> 00:01:14,120 could you kindly relay to them that 18 00:01:14,360 --> 00:01:17,440 Dongfang Shuo urgently needs to discuss something with them? 19 00:01:17,960 --> 00:01:19,560 As soon as they return, I'll pass on the message 20 00:01:19,840 --> 00:01:23,040 I appreciate your help. I'll take my leave now 21 00:01:23,480 --> 00:01:24,760 Farewell, Lord Dongfang 22 00:01:25,640 --> 00:01:28,280 Madam, what exactly did you say to him? 23 00:01:28,760 --> 00:01:30,440 He keeps coming here every few days 24 00:01:32,240 --> 00:01:33,520 I'm doing this for his own good 25 00:01:34,360 --> 00:01:35,560 I want him to understand that 26 00:01:36,280 --> 00:01:40,160 no one can claim to be the best 27 00:01:41,000 --> 00:01:42,880 Only when he grasps this 28 00:01:42,920 --> 00:01:46,040 can he safeguard his own life in the future 29 00:03:24,520 --> 00:03:28,360 I was right, he did enter this forest 30 00:03:43,560 --> 00:03:44,640 Where's my donkey? 31 00:03:46,720 --> 00:03:47,720 Where's my donkey? 32 00:03:49,320 --> 00:03:51,760 Dongfang Shuo? 33 00:03:52,480 --> 00:03:53,920 Where's my donkey? 34 00:03:58,520 --> 00:03:59,440 Come over 35 00:04:02,560 --> 00:04:03,760 Come in 36 00:04:12,080 --> 00:04:13,960 I'm calling you! Didn't you hear me? 37 00:04:15,600 --> 00:04:17,400 Come here! Kneel 38 00:04:21,600 --> 00:04:24,000 Where have you been all day? 39 00:04:24,960 --> 00:04:26,440 I was tagging along with Dongfang Shuo! 40 00:04:27,000 --> 00:04:27,840 Why are you following him? 41 00:04:29,000 --> 00:04:29,800 This time 42 00:04:30,520 --> 00:04:34,400 I will catch him red-handed when he's cheating 43 00:04:34,920 --> 00:04:35,800 Qiu Hu 44 00:04:36,280 --> 00:04:37,840 you're the one who did something so shameful 45 00:04:37,880 --> 00:04:40,280 And now you want to drag others down with you, don't you? 46 00:04:41,360 --> 00:04:43,600 - Today, I'll… - Alright, dear, listen to me 47 00:04:43,840 --> 00:04:45,720 Dear, hear me out 48 00:04:46,600 --> 00:04:49,840 Last time, I saw it clearly that 49 00:04:50,320 --> 00:04:51,800 he went in with a woman 50 00:04:52,520 --> 00:04:54,880 Dear, I'm innocent 51 00:04:55,360 --> 00:04:57,000 Who knows if you're innocent or not? 52 00:04:57,760 --> 00:04:59,440 I don't understand 53 00:05:00,120 --> 00:05:02,760 Why are you always at odds with him? 54 00:05:03,600 --> 00:05:06,000 Dear, you have no idea 55 00:05:06,040 --> 00:05:08,040 I followed him before 56 00:05:08,080 --> 00:05:10,640 because I was afraid he would do something to wrong my sister 57 00:05:11,440 --> 00:05:13,560 Now, I have to follow him even more 58 00:05:14,720 --> 00:05:17,120 - as I want to clear my name. - How dare you! 59 00:05:17,680 --> 00:05:20,280 It's all true that you drank with other women and visited brothels! 60 00:05:20,840 --> 00:05:22,760 I was framed! 61 00:05:23,200 --> 00:05:27,200 - You're talking back, aren't you? I'll beat you to death! - Help! 62 00:05:27,200 --> 00:05:28,160 Enough 63 00:05:32,720 --> 00:05:35,640 Sis, help me! Help me! I did it all for you 64 00:05:36,040 --> 00:05:39,360 Brother, if you're not at ease with Dongfang Shuo 65 00:05:39,400 --> 00:05:41,640 why don't you become his attendant? 66 00:05:42,480 --> 00:05:43,880 You follow him wherever he goes 67 00:05:43,920 --> 00:05:46,200 This way, you can monitor him openly 68 00:05:46,240 --> 00:05:48,080 and also help him with some physical work 69 00:05:48,080 --> 00:05:50,360 Don't tail him sneakily anymore! 70 00:05:51,360 --> 00:05:54,120 Then, from now on, I'll openly follow him! 71 00:05:55,920 --> 00:05:56,480 Get up 72 00:06:01,080 --> 00:06:01,600 Get up 73 00:06:03,800 --> 00:06:06,200 I… Dear, sis, here's the deal 74 00:06:06,760 --> 00:06:11,360 I lost the donkey I rented 75 00:06:13,560 --> 00:06:16,320 Get up. Your brother-in-law already brought the donkey back home 76 00:06:17,440 --> 00:06:18,440 Really? 77 00:06:19,280 --> 00:06:23,640 Mum, what official position did Uncle Emperor appoint Dad to? 78 00:06:25,520 --> 00:06:27,040 Appoint your ass! 79 00:06:28,760 --> 00:06:30,880 How did you learn these bad morals at such a young age? 80 00:06:30,880 --> 00:06:31,720 You're only thinking of becoming an official 81 00:06:32,000 --> 00:06:33,920 Aren't you afraid you won't be able to walk on those feet? 82 00:06:34,240 --> 00:06:35,440 Your Granduncle speaks wisely 83 00:06:35,720 --> 00:06:39,000 Being an official is no better than education, let alone butchering 84 00:06:39,240 --> 00:06:41,520 You better learn from me how to slaughter pigs properly 85 00:06:41,560 --> 00:06:44,080 so that you'll have plenty of pig intestines and haslet to eat 86 00:06:44,560 --> 00:06:48,240 Dad, Uncle, you guys are really rustic! 87 00:06:49,360 --> 00:06:50,920 Do you even realize how good it is to be an official? 88 00:06:50,920 --> 00:06:54,000 Once you're an official, you can go to the brothel without paying 89 00:06:54,440 --> 00:06:56,520 You can go to the tavern and drink with women on credit 90 00:06:56,600 --> 00:06:59,440 You can take other people's things without anyone stopping you 91 00:06:59,920 --> 00:07:02,480 You little rascal! Do you want to be a bandit? 92 00:07:02,800 --> 00:07:04,160 Bandit is nothing compared to an official 93 00:07:04,560 --> 00:07:08,440 Even bandits are afraid of officials. Comparing the two 94 00:07:08,480 --> 00:07:10,320 being an official is way better! 95 00:07:10,840 --> 00:07:13,840 - I'll beat you, you bureaucratic junkie! - Enough, hold still 96 00:07:14,240 --> 00:07:17,400 You don't want to be officials, right? Fine, I'll be one 97 00:07:17,800 --> 00:07:19,680 I'm going to find Grandma and Uncle right now 98 00:07:20,120 --> 00:07:22,720 This little bastard! 99 00:07:26,320 --> 00:07:28,120 Grandma! 100 00:07:28,720 --> 00:07:31,080 - Jin Wuzi, here you are! - Let me help 101 00:07:35,480 --> 00:07:37,040 Granduncle, are you here to see Grandma, too? 102 00:07:37,480 --> 00:07:40,400 What are you doing here, kid? 103 00:07:40,800 --> 00:07:43,920 - I come to ask Grandma to get me an official position. - Nonsense! 104 00:07:44,720 --> 00:07:46,200 You little kid 105 00:07:46,240 --> 00:07:49,040 Do you think an official position is like a piece of candy 106 00:07:49,080 --> 00:07:50,480 that you can take easily? 107 00:07:52,080 --> 00:07:54,920 I am not a kid anymore. I'm turning eighteen soon! 108 00:07:54,960 --> 00:07:57,360 I want Grandma and Uncle to get me an official position! 109 00:07:57,800 --> 00:08:00,280 Jin Wuzi, don't trouble your Grandma 110 00:08:01,080 --> 00:08:03,680 I will take you to the West Market to have some fun 111 00:08:07,040 --> 00:08:11,760 - Jin Wuzi, do you genuinely aspire to be an official? - Absolutely! 112 00:08:13,520 --> 00:08:17,200 Then, you don't need to bother your Grandma. I can get you appointed 113 00:08:18,280 --> 00:08:20,480 - Really? - How would I lie to you? 114 00:08:21,280 --> 00:08:23,680 Granduncle, then please appoint me quickly! 115 00:08:25,680 --> 00:08:28,240 Sure, however 116 00:08:29,280 --> 00:08:31,840 you'll need to do a few things for me first 117 00:08:32,520 --> 00:08:35,520 I want to see if you're suitable for an official position 118 00:08:35,720 --> 00:08:37,600 No problem, Granduncle 119 00:08:37,640 --> 00:08:39,680 I'll handle anything you want me to do 120 00:08:51,720 --> 00:08:54,080 As New Year's Day approaches, the Empress Dowager 121 00:08:54,960 --> 00:08:59,160 has been pressuring me regarding the Prime Minister's appointment 122 00:08:59,160 --> 00:09:01,320 It's still some time before New Year's Day 123 00:09:02,080 --> 00:09:04,680 - Your Majesty, no need to be so anxious. - How can I not be anxious? 124 00:09:05,560 --> 00:09:09,640 The Empress Dowager has urged that if I can't finalize the appointment 125 00:09:09,680 --> 00:09:11,600 she'll personally announce it 126 00:09:12,200 --> 00:09:14,880 Once she intervenes, I'll be in a disadvantageous position 127 00:09:17,680 --> 00:09:19,720 Your Majesty, in my view 128 00:09:20,320 --> 00:09:22,760 the Empress Dowager won't want to 129 00:09:22,800 --> 00:09:25,640 clash with you until necessary 130 00:09:26,240 --> 00:09:27,440 I still believe that 131 00:09:27,480 --> 00:09:32,800 things will eventually sort themselves out 132 00:09:42,600 --> 00:09:47,560 A'hui, I'll see Dong Zhongshu without you 133 00:09:53,640 --> 00:09:55,400 Mind your step 134 00:10:16,800 --> 00:10:17,880 Can you stop doing this? 135 00:10:19,560 --> 00:10:21,560 I'm just strolling on the street 136 00:10:21,600 --> 00:10:23,440 Why do you keep following me? 137 00:10:38,600 --> 00:10:39,280 Stop! 138 00:10:40,120 --> 00:10:41,880 Stop right there! Stop! 139 00:10:42,600 --> 00:10:44,080 Get out of the way! You want to die? 140 00:10:45,760 --> 00:10:48,520 Beautiful girl, like a flower 141 00:10:49,000 --> 00:10:51,320 How dare you stop His Lordship's carriage? Don't you want to die? 142 00:10:52,040 --> 00:10:54,400 - How dare you push me? - So what? 143 00:10:54,400 --> 00:10:57,000 - Dare you push me one more time? - I surely dare to! 144 00:10:58,560 --> 00:11:00,960 You scoundrel, stop pretending to be dead! 145 00:11:01,320 --> 00:11:03,480 - I'll kick… - Stop. - My Lord? 146 00:11:09,240 --> 00:11:12,520 - Turn the carriage around. Let's go back. - Don't leave! 147 00:11:13,400 --> 00:11:15,600 - My Lord, this brat, he is… - Go back 148 00:11:16,280 --> 00:11:19,480 Gongsun Hong, if you have the guts, come back! 149 00:11:20,440 --> 00:11:22,440 Gong Sunhong, you coward 150 00:11:22,760 --> 00:11:26,080 Come on, run over me! I'm not afraid! 151 00:11:26,480 --> 00:11:29,160 I am following you and monitoring you 152 00:11:30,240 --> 00:11:32,160 so that you can't cheat with another woman 153 00:11:34,560 --> 00:11:38,240 Yeah, my sis asked me to do so 154 00:11:39,000 --> 00:11:45,640 Wherever you go, I'll follow 155 00:11:47,240 --> 00:11:52,200 Gongsun Hong, you old bastard! Come back! 156 00:12:02,320 --> 00:12:05,160 Gongsun Hong, you bastard! 157 00:12:05,160 --> 00:12:07,320 If you have guts, confront me! 158 00:12:07,320 --> 00:12:09,200 I'm waiting for you right here! 159 00:12:10,120 --> 00:12:10,880 Jin Wuzi? 160 00:12:13,320 --> 00:12:16,160 - Uncle Dongfang. -What's going on? 161 00:12:16,200 --> 00:12:21,080 Come on. Move away. There's nothing worth seeing. Step back 162 00:12:22,680 --> 00:12:23,520 Wake up 163 00:12:25,760 --> 00:12:27,840 Kid! Stand up straight! 164 00:12:29,400 --> 00:12:30,720 Stop drinking! 165 00:12:33,960 --> 00:12:37,000 Jin Wuzi, causing a scene like this on the street 166 00:12:37,000 --> 00:12:40,200 will bring shame to your noble family 167 00:12:40,240 --> 00:12:40,960 Do you understand? 168 00:12:40,960 --> 00:12:42,760 If your Granduncle knows 169 00:12:42,800 --> 00:12:46,360 - he'll give you a good spanking! - That won't happen 170 00:12:46,920 --> 00:12:50,160 My Granduncle told me to pick on him 171 00:12:50,920 --> 00:12:53,440 He said once he becomes the Prime Minister 172 00:12:53,440 --> 00:12:56,680 he'll appoint me to be a high-ranking official right away 173 00:13:00,680 --> 00:13:04,240 Do you think others will fear you just because of what you did? 174 00:13:04,520 --> 00:13:06,160 Today, I'm just giving him a heads-up 175 00:13:06,920 --> 00:13:10,640 If he still doesn't get sensible, I'll give him a good stab! 176 00:13:13,440 --> 00:13:16,040 No more nonsense. Murderers will face the death sentence 177 00:13:16,040 --> 00:13:17,840 That's for others 178 00:13:17,880 --> 00:13:22,520 I'm the Emperor's nephew. Who dares to sentence me to death? 179 00:13:22,800 --> 00:13:24,800 Jin Wuzi, you reckless kid! 180 00:13:25,920 --> 00:13:29,720 Dongfang Shuo, you can't ditch me! 181 00:13:30,240 --> 00:13:34,280 No way! 182 00:13:39,520 --> 00:13:43,320 My Lord, something's wrong! A'hui died! 183 00:13:44,080 --> 00:13:46,040 What? Died? 184 00:13:46,960 --> 00:13:50,600 A'hui, I'll see Dong Zhongshu without you 185 00:13:51,480 --> 00:13:52,520 How did A'hui die? 186 00:13:52,880 --> 00:13:55,800 I don't know. But judging by Ahui's condition 187 00:13:55,800 --> 00:13:58,240 it might have consumed something poisonous 188 00:13:59,320 --> 00:14:02,080 My Lord, the stable is ablaze! 189 00:14:27,920 --> 00:14:28,760 Lord Gongsun? 190 00:14:31,200 --> 00:14:32,040 Greetings, Lord Dongfang 191 00:14:35,000 --> 00:14:38,320 Are you suffering from a minor illness? 192 00:14:39,960 --> 00:14:41,360 - Not at all. - That's not right 193 00:14:42,560 --> 00:14:44,800 I've observed your complexion these past few days 194 00:14:45,160 --> 00:14:46,600 and something must have gone wrong 195 00:14:47,120 --> 00:14:52,880 - Lord Dongfang, you're not playing a trick on me, are you? - No 196 00:14:52,880 --> 00:14:56,680 You're seriously ill, in a critical condition 197 00:14:57,360 --> 00:14:58,960 but you seem unaware 198 00:14:59,440 --> 00:15:02,720 That fire last night is like a fever, and it's just the beginning 199 00:15:02,720 --> 00:15:05,760 If you don't address it promptly 200 00:15:05,800 --> 00:15:08,120 I'm genuinely concerned for you 201 00:15:08,320 --> 00:15:12,000 Your life may be at stake 202 00:15:15,960 --> 00:15:19,280 What should I do then? 203 00:15:19,280 --> 00:15:22,240 In military strategy, there's a tactic 204 00:15:22,560 --> 00:15:24,880 you could retreat in order to advance 205 00:15:26,320 --> 00:15:30,440 - Thank you for your guidance. - You're welcome 206 00:15:30,520 --> 00:15:33,880 - Begin the court! - Let's go 207 00:15:36,360 --> 00:15:38,960 Lord Gongsun, what's your proposal? 208 00:15:39,000 --> 00:15:42,680 I've received immense favors from Your Majesty 209 00:15:42,720 --> 00:15:46,240 and should wholeheartedly share Your Majesty's burden 210 00:15:47,480 --> 00:15:52,720 but I've been ill, experiencing shortness of breath and chest pain 211 00:15:52,760 --> 00:15:55,560 Many tasks have become beyond my capacity 212 00:15:55,600 --> 00:15:59,680 which I fear may jeopardize the affairs of state and Your Majesty 213 00:15:59,720 --> 00:16:03,280 I beseech permission 214 00:16:03,320 --> 00:16:06,320 to take some time to recover at home 215 00:16:06,360 --> 00:16:11,520 Once I'm restored, I'll serve Your Majesty with devotion again 216 00:16:18,760 --> 00:16:23,320 Very well, if you're truly unwell, then go home and recuperate 217 00:16:24,920 --> 00:16:25,840 Your Majesty 218 00:16:26,560 --> 00:16:31,960 Lord Wang Xiu has been meticulous and competent in his duties 219 00:16:32,000 --> 00:16:35,040 He's diligent, willing, and dedicated 220 00:16:35,080 --> 00:16:39,360 I recommend Lord Wang for the position of Prime Minister 221 00:16:39,640 --> 00:16:45,360 If Your Majesty agrees, it would be a great fortune for the Great Han 222 00:16:45,680 --> 00:16:50,040 Gongsun Hong, I said you could go home to rest if you're sick 223 00:16:50,640 --> 00:16:52,480 Why are you making such a speech 224 00:16:52,520 --> 00:16:54,520 in the court? 225 00:16:55,960 --> 00:16:57,760 I am deeply sorry 226 00:16:57,800 --> 00:17:02,560 Your Majesty, please calm down. Lord Gongsun is indeed unwell 227 00:17:03,280 --> 00:17:05,240 The words he spoke just now 228 00:17:05,280 --> 00:17:07,400 displayed signs of his illness 229 00:17:08,200 --> 00:17:10,440 Recently, I've also noticed 230 00:17:10,480 --> 00:17:13,720 this pattern of behavior from Lord Gongsun 231 00:17:13,760 --> 00:17:15,120 When it's appropriate for him to speak 232 00:17:15,160 --> 00:17:18,280 he always remains silent 233 00:17:18,320 --> 00:17:20,160 When he's not supposed to speak 234 00:17:20,200 --> 00:17:22,000 he becomes verbose and garrulous 235 00:17:22,600 --> 00:17:24,920 If this condition isn't addressed promptly 236 00:17:24,960 --> 00:17:28,880 it may lead to a disoriented state of mind 237 00:17:28,880 --> 00:17:30,280 Gongsun Hong, go home immediately 238 00:17:31,000 --> 00:17:33,480 - Recover, and then we can discuss further. - Thanks, Your Majesty 239 00:17:46,160 --> 00:17:47,960 Greetings, Mother 240 00:17:48,920 --> 00:17:51,440 Your Majesty, I heard that 241 00:17:51,440 --> 00:17:55,840 in the court, Gongsun Hong has voluntarily asked for leave 242 00:17:55,840 --> 00:17:58,960 and strongly recommended your uncle to be the Prime Minister 243 00:17:59,000 --> 00:18:01,720 Now, you should acknowledge that 244 00:18:01,800 --> 00:18:04,160 I haven't recommended you the wrong person 245 00:18:05,440 --> 00:18:06,960 However, I think 246 00:18:06,960 --> 00:18:10,560 we should discuss the matter of the Prime Minister after the New Year 247 00:18:11,240 --> 00:18:15,680 Son, why do you always hesitate about 248 00:18:15,720 --> 00:18:17,360 your Uncle entering the cabinet? 249 00:18:18,120 --> 00:18:22,160 Even now, you still don't believe in your uncle's capabilities 250 00:18:22,720 --> 00:18:24,680 That's not what I mean 251 00:18:25,560 --> 00:18:30,720 Mother, truly, that's not what I mean! 252 00:18:31,840 --> 00:18:34,800 Then what do you mean? Speak up, let me hear 253 00:18:35,720 --> 00:18:36,600 I'm worried 254 00:18:37,320 --> 00:18:39,880 Worried about what? Tell me 255 00:18:41,000 --> 00:18:44,600 I'm worried that the ministers will object 256 00:18:45,920 --> 00:18:50,200 Which ministers? I'd like to go and ask them myself 257 00:18:50,600 --> 00:18:56,840 Ming Fei, Gan Fu, Wang Hong 258 00:18:57,800 --> 00:19:01,200 Guan Zhiyong, and also Hu Chengyi 259 00:19:01,880 --> 00:19:02,680 well, quite a few! 260 00:19:04,080 --> 00:19:07,720 Very well, tomorrow, I will accompany you to the court 261 00:19:08,240 --> 00:19:11,480 and personally hear their opinions 262 00:19:13,640 --> 00:19:16,320 Madam and my master came back three days ago 263 00:19:16,840 --> 00:19:19,840 - but… but they left again yesterday. - Left again? 264 00:19:20,280 --> 00:19:21,400 Where could they have gone this time? 265 00:19:22,040 --> 00:19:23,400 I don't know, they still didn't tell 266 00:19:23,400 --> 00:19:26,160 Didn't you tell her that I've looked for her twice? 267 00:19:26,200 --> 00:19:28,360 I really have an urgent matter to discuss with her! 268 00:19:28,360 --> 00:19:31,400 Madam said, for you, the most talented man in the world 269 00:19:31,480 --> 00:19:33,640 no obstacle can't be overcome 270 00:19:33,680 --> 00:19:37,760 Luo Qi, Luo Qi, you're being too cruel to me! 271 00:19:37,800 --> 00:19:41,600 By the way, before she left, Madam left a message 272 00:19:41,880 --> 00:19:42,400 What did she say? 273 00:19:42,680 --> 00:19:44,840 She said, when you come again, I should convey that 274 00:19:44,840 --> 00:19:47,360 if you haven't figured out that matter yet 275 00:19:47,400 --> 00:19:49,760 you should immediately consult Sima Qian 276 00:19:51,240 --> 00:19:52,160 Consult Sima Qian? 277 00:20:00,560 --> 00:20:01,200 Your Majesty 278 00:20:02,160 --> 00:20:02,880 Has Dongfang Shuo arrived? 279 00:20:03,120 --> 00:20:05,960 Your Majesty, Dongfang Shuo hasn't… hasn't been found 280 00:20:06,840 --> 00:20:07,680 Where could he have gone? 281 00:20:08,320 --> 00:20:10,640 His families said they didn't know 282 00:20:12,760 --> 00:20:15,720 He must not have gone far. Send out more people to find him 283 00:20:16,560 --> 00:20:18,240 Even if you have to dig three feet into the ground, you must find him 284 00:20:18,760 --> 00:20:19,440 Understood 285 00:20:32,520 --> 00:20:36,480 Why do you close the door when you see me? Please open the door! 286 00:20:36,520 --> 00:20:37,360 Open the door! 287 00:20:37,960 --> 00:20:39,240 Open the door! 288 00:20:40,680 --> 00:20:41,360 Bastard! 289 00:20:44,400 --> 00:20:46,880 Useless servants, you can't even find a living person 290 00:20:49,080 --> 00:20:50,640 I am sorry for being useless 291 00:20:58,560 --> 00:21:02,000 Dongfang Shuo, where did you go? 292 00:21:16,120 --> 00:21:22,040 Luo Qi, Miss Luo, is this how you care about me? 293 00:21:32,480 --> 00:21:35,960 Ministers, as the New Year approaches 294 00:21:36,000 --> 00:21:39,240 His Majesty has decided to change the reign title 295 00:21:40,160 --> 00:21:43,880 So it's time to finalize the personnel arrangements in court 296 00:21:45,280 --> 00:21:50,760 Prior to the morning court, let's discuss 297 00:21:51,200 --> 00:21:53,440 the selection of the Prime Minister in Xuan Hall 298 00:21:54,160 --> 00:21:58,960 so that His Majesty can make the announcement during the court 299 00:22:01,040 --> 00:22:05,240 Mother, maybe we should wait. Dongfang Shuo hasn't arrived yet 300 00:22:06,160 --> 00:22:08,280 No need to wait. Let's proceed with the discussion 301 00:22:09,280 --> 00:22:10,800 - Yang Deyi. - At your service 302 00:22:11,560 --> 00:22:15,160 Wait outside. When Dongfang Shuo arrives, bring him in immediately 303 00:22:15,520 --> 00:22:16,160 Understood 304 00:22:18,640 --> 00:22:19,960 Has Minister Dongfang arrived? 305 00:22:27,640 --> 00:22:32,840 Three out of the six ministers have agreed to appoint Wang Xiu 306 00:22:32,880 --> 00:22:36,120 We have passed the halfway mark and can make the decision 307 00:22:38,160 --> 00:22:43,200 Mother, however, three other ministers support Gongsun Hong 308 00:22:43,840 --> 00:22:48,400 - But I also count as one minister. Is that not sufficient? - No 309 00:22:49,440 --> 00:22:54,640 Actually, Mother is not a minister and cannot be considered as one 310 00:22:58,560 --> 00:23:00,200 - Servants. - At your service 311 00:23:00,800 --> 00:23:03,480 - Lead the way to the Weiyang Palace. - Understood 312 00:23:04,440 --> 00:23:05,000 Halt! 313 00:23:06,520 --> 00:23:07,400 Your Majesty! 314 00:23:10,800 --> 00:23:14,000 Your Majesty, Your Highness, Dongfang Shuo has arrived 315 00:23:15,560 --> 00:23:16,200 Hurry, summon him in 316 00:23:17,160 --> 00:23:20,040 Dongfang Shuo, please present yourself before His Majesty 317 00:23:22,920 --> 00:23:25,920 Greetings, Your Majesty and Your Highness 318 00:23:26,760 --> 00:23:28,960 Dongfang Shuo, where have you been hiding? 319 00:23:28,960 --> 00:23:29,960 I am deeply sorry 320 00:23:34,160 --> 00:23:35,160 I shouldn't be late 321 00:23:35,840 --> 00:23:38,040 Enough, we'll discuss this matter later 322 00:23:39,240 --> 00:23:42,840 Dongfang Shuo, His Majesty is choosing the Prime Minister 323 00:23:43,600 --> 00:23:47,200 Please promptly share the idea you discussed with me earlier 324 00:23:47,880 --> 00:23:52,280 Dongfang Shuo, currently, Guan Fu, Ming Fei, and Sima Xiangru 325 00:23:52,280 --> 00:23:54,000 endorse Gongsun Hong 326 00:23:54,360 --> 00:23:58,600 while Li Cai, Zhao Yu, and Yan An endorse Wang Xiu 327 00:23:58,960 --> 00:24:01,680 We are now waiting for your opinion 328 00:24:02,080 --> 00:24:06,560 Your Majesty, Empress Dowager, does this mean 329 00:24:06,600 --> 00:24:09,560 my opinion will be the deciding factor? 330 00:24:10,560 --> 00:24:14,560 Exactly, your opinion will hold the most weight 331 00:24:15,280 --> 00:24:18,320 Dongfang Shuo, since your words hold such weight 332 00:24:18,800 --> 00:24:21,480 you must think carefully before speaking 333 00:24:28,440 --> 00:24:36,600 Your Highness, Your Majesty, for the position of Prime Minister 334 00:24:37,600 --> 00:24:38,720 Lord Wang 335 00:24:44,440 --> 00:24:45,240 might be suitable 336 00:24:47,600 --> 00:24:49,600 Very well, Your Majesty, please issue a decree in the Weiyang Palace 337 00:24:50,200 --> 00:24:53,360 Wait a moment. I haven't finished speaking yet 338 00:24:54,000 --> 00:24:57,080 Then go on. Why do you keep sneezing? 339 00:24:57,600 --> 00:25:01,880 Your Highness, I caught a cold last night 340 00:25:02,240 --> 00:25:03,520 I'm sorry, another sneeze is coming 341 00:25:10,560 --> 00:25:12,640 Why are you all staring at me? 342 00:25:14,160 --> 00:25:16,000 - If you're not sneezing, keep talking. - Your Highness 343 00:25:22,360 --> 00:25:27,760 I just said Lord Wang might be suitable, not that he is suitable 344 00:25:28,320 --> 00:25:29,120 How so? 345 00:25:29,520 --> 00:25:34,200 The ancestral tradition was established during the beginning of Han 346 00:25:34,440 --> 00:25:37,760 Anyone appointed as Prime Minister must first be ennobled 347 00:25:37,960 --> 00:25:41,280 That's wahy I said Minister Wang might be suitable 348 00:25:41,680 --> 00:25:44,600 as he will certainly be granted a noble title in the future 349 00:25:44,880 --> 00:25:48,120 Once he is entitled, he'll be eligible to become Prime Minister 350 00:25:48,600 --> 00:25:49,400 What kind of ancestral tradition is this? 351 00:25:50,360 --> 00:25:52,360 How come I've never heard of it? 352 00:25:52,880 --> 00:25:56,120 Dongfang Shuo, you're not deceiving me, are you? 353 00:25:57,120 --> 00:26:01,200 Your Highness, would I dare to deceive you? 354 00:26:01,880 --> 00:26:03,200 If Your Highness still has doubts 355 00:26:03,200 --> 00:26:06,720 you can summon Sima Qian, the official historian, and ask him 356 00:26:07,920 --> 00:26:08,960 Quickly summon Sima Qian 357 00:26:09,600 --> 00:26:13,080 Sima Qian, please present yourself before His Majesty 358 00:26:17,200 --> 00:26:20,480 Greetings, Your Majesty, Your Highness 359 00:26:21,000 --> 00:26:23,360 Sima Qian, let me ask you, has our dynasty ever 360 00:26:23,400 --> 00:26:27,440 regulated that one must hold a noble title to become a Prime Minister? 361 00:26:27,840 --> 00:26:30,720 Your Highness, according to all historical records 362 00:26:30,760 --> 00:26:33,480 this tradition has been in place since the time of Emperor Gaozu 363 00:26:33,520 --> 00:26:38,240 All the Prime Ministers were ennobled before assuming their positions 364 00:26:38,240 --> 00:26:40,000 Since such an ancestral tradition exists 365 00:26:40,040 --> 00:26:43,600 I shall certainly adhere to it. Strictly adhere to it 366 00:26:44,720 --> 00:26:50,400 Good, Your Majesty, please confer the title of Marquis upon Wang Xiu 367 00:26:51,680 --> 00:26:53,840 - Your Highness, this is not advisable! - Why? 368 00:26:54,240 --> 00:26:59,040 Anyone without significant military accomplishments cannot be entitled 369 00:27:00,080 --> 00:27:01,080 Is this also part of the ancestral tradition? 370 00:27:01,600 --> 00:27:05,680 It is indeed, and it is documented in historical records 371 00:27:05,720 --> 00:27:10,240 For example, Dou Wangsun quelled the rebellion of the Seven States 372 00:27:10,280 --> 00:27:15,240 and was entitled the Marquis of Anping before being the Prime Minister 373 00:27:15,880 --> 00:27:19,160 Wang Xiu's diligent handling of the mourning affairs 374 00:27:19,200 --> 00:27:22,640 for the Grand Empress Dowager can be considered a merit, right? 375 00:27:23,960 --> 00:27:27,360 Mother, while his efforts in the mourning affairs are commendable 376 00:27:27,400 --> 00:27:30,960 they do not qualify as significant feats required for the entitlement 377 00:27:31,360 --> 00:27:36,240 Nonsense! Wang Xiu can be entitled as the Marquis of Wuan for that! 378 00:27:36,680 --> 00:27:38,360 - Mother, I don't think so. - Your Majesty! 379 00:27:39,200 --> 00:27:44,360 Only those who with military merits are eligible for ennoblement 380 00:27:45,080 --> 00:27:49,160 Lord Wang has only achieved political merits, not military ones 381 00:27:49,600 --> 00:27:50,640 Is this also part of the ancestral tradition? 382 00:27:50,920 --> 00:27:52,520 It is, Your Highness 383 00:27:53,120 --> 00:27:55,480 I won't believe it. I will confer the title of Marquis upon Wang Xiu 384 00:27:56,200 --> 00:27:59,160 Your Highness, Sima Qian, the official historian, is here 385 00:27:59,160 --> 00:28:01,040 He will undoubtedly record in historical annals that 386 00:28:01,600 --> 00:28:02,840 in the sixth year of Jianyuan 387 00:28:02,840 --> 00:28:06,680 the Empress Dowager forcefully appointed her brother as Prime Minister 388 00:28:06,680 --> 00:28:09,160 which marked a departure from the established traditions of the Han 389 00:28:09,840 --> 00:28:12,040 Sima Qian, do you truly intend to record it this way? 390 00:28:12,400 --> 00:28:16,600 As an official historian, it is my duty to record facts faithfully 391 00:28:18,120 --> 00:28:23,240 Sima family has been known for stubbornness for three generations 392 00:28:23,440 --> 00:28:25,280 Even the late Emperor couldn't do anything about them 393 00:28:26,400 --> 00:28:30,240 Dongfang Shuo, I finally see your true color now! 394 00:28:30,920 --> 00:28:32,240 Your Highness, please don't be angry 395 00:28:32,800 --> 00:28:33,920 In my view 396 00:28:34,520 --> 00:28:38,720 there are signs of the Xiongnu mobilizing troops again near our border 397 00:28:39,440 --> 00:28:41,040 Why not, at this opportune moment 398 00:28:41,080 --> 00:28:44,240 let Lord Wang lead the army to defeat the Xiongnu? 399 00:28:44,560 --> 00:28:46,960 He can achieve military merits, secure a noble title 400 00:28:47,360 --> 00:28:51,360 and later become the Prime Minister rightfully 401 00:28:55,440 --> 00:28:56,600 What do you say, Mother? 402 00:29:04,200 --> 00:29:08,520 - After the morning court, let Wang Xiu meet with me. - Understood 403 00:29:11,920 --> 00:29:15,080 Farewell, Your Highness 404 00:29:17,920 --> 00:29:21,720 After all these years, hardly anyone speaks for you in the court 405 00:29:22,320 --> 00:29:23,720 Where has your influence gone? 406 00:29:24,560 --> 00:29:27,040 Now, I even have to step up and defend for you! 407 00:29:27,720 --> 00:29:30,920 I am sorry for my uselessness 408 00:29:31,440 --> 00:29:34,480 His Majesty deems you useless, and it seems he's right 409 00:29:35,480 --> 00:29:38,240 Stand up, don't disgrace me 410 00:29:43,760 --> 00:29:45,440 This isn't about you anymore 411 00:29:46,080 --> 00:29:49,240 It's about my own dignity 412 00:29:49,880 --> 00:29:53,480 I'll give you one more chance, the last one 413 00:29:54,120 --> 00:29:57,160 I heard His Majesty plans to mobilize troops against the Xiongnu 414 00:29:57,600 --> 00:30:00,720 If you have the least courage, take on this task 415 00:30:01,200 --> 00:30:06,120 achieve a great feat, and I guarantee you'll be ennobled and appointed 416 00:30:06,960 --> 00:30:10,320 I… I never even considered leading troops into battle! 417 00:30:11,600 --> 00:30:15,000 Your Majesty, this is the only way I can think of 418 00:30:15,240 --> 00:30:17,120 I can't just stand by and watch 419 00:30:17,160 --> 00:30:19,120 you and Her Highness fight on the spot, can I? 420 00:30:21,720 --> 00:30:24,040 Your method can only offer temporary relief 421 00:30:24,720 --> 00:30:29,360 As long as Wang Xiu leads troops out for a casual battle 422 00:30:29,400 --> 00:30:31,840 Mother will have him ennobled and become a Prime Minister 423 00:30:33,440 --> 00:30:36,280 My goal of abolishing the misrule of Empress Dowager's relatives 424 00:30:36,320 --> 00:30:37,400 still seems unattainable 425 00:30:38,240 --> 00:30:40,920 Your Majesty, rest assured 426 00:30:40,960 --> 00:30:44,840 Wang Xiu is as timid as a mouse. He wouldn't dare to ride a horse 427 00:30:44,880 --> 00:30:46,880 let alone go into battle 428 00:30:48,440 --> 00:30:50,320 But he can always ride a sedan to the front lines 429 00:30:50,720 --> 00:30:55,480 Your Majesty, things will eventually sort themselves out 430 00:30:58,560 --> 00:30:59,880 You're a man! 431 00:31:01,000 --> 00:31:03,480 It's a shame to wet your pants at the mention of a battle! 432 00:31:03,840 --> 00:31:07,240 Sister, I am not a coward 433 00:31:07,280 --> 00:31:11,760 But when I was young, I only rode a donkey at most once or twice 434 00:31:12,400 --> 00:31:14,480 Later, thanks to your blessings, I became an official 435 00:31:14,520 --> 00:31:18,520 and rode in carriages and sedans. I don't know how to ride a horse 436 00:31:18,560 --> 00:31:20,000 How can I lead troops into a battle? 437 00:31:20,320 --> 00:31:23,520 That's… that's like sending me to die 438 00:31:23,960 --> 00:31:25,640 If you don't know how to ride a horse, learn! 439 00:31:26,360 --> 00:31:28,200 If you can ride a donkey, you can, of course, ride a horse 440 00:31:28,480 --> 00:31:31,280 As for how to fight the battle 441 00:31:31,680 --> 00:31:34,960 your subordinates will take care of it for you 442 00:31:35,000 --> 00:31:39,040 You won't have to go into the fray personally 443 00:31:42,440 --> 00:31:46,960 Your Highness is always the smartest, and I'll do as you told, Sister 444 00:31:57,240 --> 00:32:00,040 Greetings, Your Highness 445 00:32:03,800 --> 00:32:06,920 Dongfang Shuo, you do know how to handle things 446 00:32:07,280 --> 00:32:10,120 Thanks, Your Highness. I feel extremely flattered 447 00:32:10,120 --> 00:32:13,080 You think I'm praising you? 448 00:32:13,120 --> 00:32:16,120 Your Highness, are you blaming me? 449 00:32:16,160 --> 00:32:17,560 Let me ask you 450 00:32:17,600 --> 00:32:22,160 did you promise to recommend Wang Xiu as Prime Minister? 451 00:32:22,200 --> 00:32:25,080 Yes, I certainly won't forget 452 00:32:25,120 --> 00:32:27,960 But Wang Xiu didn't become one 453 00:32:28,000 --> 00:32:30,000 Didn't I say it before? 454 00:32:30,160 --> 00:32:30,320 You did? 455 00:32:30,360 --> 00:32:33,880 First, let Lord Wang Xiu lead the troops and achieve a great feat 456 00:32:33,920 --> 00:32:38,760 Then, he can rightfully be ennobled and appointed Prime Minister 457 00:32:38,760 --> 00:32:42,120 This is not only for Lord Wang Xiu 458 00:32:42,160 --> 00:32:46,040 but also for Your Highness, who strongly recommended him 459 00:32:46,840 --> 00:32:48,400 We absolutely cannot let His Majesty 460 00:32:48,440 --> 00:32:52,200 catch Your Highness violating ancestral traditions 461 00:32:52,640 --> 00:32:54,120 I was just kidding 462 00:32:55,280 --> 00:32:58,960 However, Dongfang Shuo 463 00:32:59,960 --> 00:33:02,200 you're even more shrewd than a monkey! 464 00:33:04,000 --> 00:33:07,000 Your Highness, His Majesty once said that 465 00:33:07,240 --> 00:33:10,800 if I cover myself in fur like a monkey, no one will be smarter than me 466 00:33:16,880 --> 00:33:20,640 Dongfang Shuo, I have a task for you 467 00:33:21,760 --> 00:33:25,520 Within one month, you must teach Wang Xiu how to ride a horse 468 00:33:26,560 --> 00:33:29,920 Your Highness, teaching horseback riding is not my expertise 469 00:33:30,360 --> 00:33:33,160 I don't care. Regardless of how you do it 470 00:33:33,200 --> 00:33:36,800 - you must accomplish this within a month! - Well 471 00:33:38,720 --> 00:33:42,000 I guess I'll have to set my teeth and accept it 472 00:33:43,440 --> 00:33:45,520 Don't pretend to be all distressed 473 00:33:46,240 --> 00:33:50,400 Everyone knows that nothing can stump you 474 00:33:51,080 --> 00:33:55,360 Rest assured, as long as you successfully teach him to ride 475 00:33:55,800 --> 00:33:58,200 I'll let you join him to go out to the battle 476 00:33:58,800 --> 00:34:01,160 achieve military merit, and be ennobled 477 00:34:03,000 --> 00:34:04,880 That's wonderful! Thanks, Your Highness 478 00:34:05,400 --> 00:34:06,240 But 479 00:34:09,200 --> 00:34:12,160 what if I fail to teach Lord Wang Xiu? 480 00:34:12,160 --> 00:34:15,480 Then you'll never make a rise again in your life 481 00:34:18,520 --> 00:34:19,280 Very good 482 00:34:20,920 --> 00:34:24,240 Tighten your feet, come on. Go, hit the horse's butt 483 00:34:24,240 --> 00:34:25,040 Hit 484 00:34:33,280 --> 00:34:34,760 I told you to hit the horse's butt, did you hear me? 485 00:34:37,200 --> 00:34:39,760 Good, excellent! Spin, keep hitting 486 00:34:40,400 --> 00:34:43,520 You two move away, then he'll be able to ride 487 00:34:44,000 --> 00:34:48,960 Give it a smack! Come on, Lord Wang, smack its butt 488 00:34:53,960 --> 00:34:55,160 How does it feel, Lord Wang? 489 00:34:56,120 --> 00:34:58,720 - Feels great. - Not bad, right? - Not bad, it's great 490 00:34:58,720 --> 00:35:00,280 Clench your legs and ride faster 491 00:35:16,880 --> 00:35:18,360 Well done! 492 00:35:29,280 --> 00:35:32,720 You are really devoted in teaching him how to ride a horse! 493 00:35:33,000 --> 00:35:35,600 It's my duty. I should do my best 494 00:35:36,120 --> 00:35:37,440 Give you an inch, and you try to take an ell, huh? 495 00:35:38,520 --> 00:35:40,560 Your Majesty, please don't be mad at me. You don't know 496 00:35:41,240 --> 00:35:44,240 these days, Her Highness and Lord Wang 497 00:35:44,560 --> 00:35:47,120 frequently reward me with good things 498 00:35:47,680 --> 00:35:50,640 If I don't do my best 499 00:35:50,680 --> 00:35:52,640 how can I justify all the good food and drinks? 500 00:35:55,000 --> 00:35:59,760 They can reward you, and I can punish you 501 00:36:00,440 --> 00:36:01,520 I can deduct 502 00:36:01,560 --> 00:36:04,040 double the amount from your salary 503 00:36:04,480 --> 00:36:07,080 Don't, Your Majesty, please don't do this 504 00:36:07,800 --> 00:36:09,920 Wang Xiu hasn't led the troops yet 505 00:36:10,240 --> 00:36:12,600 If he really leads the troops, it will be too late for everything 506 00:36:13,120 --> 00:36:15,640 It will be in time. I promise it will be 507 00:36:18,160 --> 00:36:21,360 Anyway, when the time comes, if you can't stop him 508 00:36:22,080 --> 00:36:25,560 I'll deduct your salary for two or three years! 509 00:36:28,400 --> 00:36:32,760 - Your Highness, Lord Wang Geng is here. - Bring him in 510 00:36:36,080 --> 00:36:39,880 Wang Geng, please present yourself before Her Highness 511 00:36:42,440 --> 00:36:45,320 Greetings, Your Highness 512 00:36:45,760 --> 00:36:46,400 Please rise 513 00:36:48,960 --> 00:36:51,760 I heard that you have a brilliant plan for defeating the Xiongnu 514 00:36:52,320 --> 00:36:55,320 so I summoned Lord Wang here 515 00:36:55,440 --> 00:36:57,800 to listen together 516 00:36:57,800 --> 00:36:58,480 Understood 517 00:37:00,480 --> 00:37:04,880 A few years ago, I was stationed in Mayi on the northern border 518 00:37:04,880 --> 00:37:08,920 and I had deep connections with a merchant from Luoyang named Ni Lv 519 00:37:09,280 --> 00:37:10,320 Ni Lv? 520 00:37:15,760 --> 00:37:18,640 Brother Dongfang, why don't you tell me 521 00:37:18,680 --> 00:37:20,920 where did this Miss Luo go? 522 00:37:22,360 --> 00:37:24,360 As for that matter, it's better if you don't know about it 523 00:37:25,280 --> 00:37:29,880 Why don't you tell me why General Wang Geng summoned you to Chang'an 524 00:37:31,360 --> 00:37:34,320 General Wang ordered me to return to Chang'an 525 00:37:35,040 --> 00:37:38,880 because the Empress Dowager wants to fight the Xiongnu 526 00:37:40,320 --> 00:37:41,160 By the way 527 00:37:41,680 --> 00:37:43,280 I helped His Majesty against the Xiongnu last time 528 00:37:43,280 --> 00:37:44,640 yet I haven't received any rewards 529 00:37:44,800 --> 00:37:47,720 You can't blame His Majesty for that. Blame yourself! 530 00:37:47,760 --> 00:37:49,920 You came all this way just for an audience 531 00:37:49,920 --> 00:37:51,480 and then you disappeared again 532 00:37:52,400 --> 00:37:55,240 I had to return to the Xiongnu for business! 533 00:37:55,600 --> 00:37:59,520 - I was too busy making money to think about anything else. - Right 534 00:38:00,040 --> 00:38:04,440 This time, I came back to Chang'an specifically for Miss Luo 535 00:38:04,960 --> 00:38:07,160 Miss Luo promised me that 536 00:38:07,200 --> 00:38:08,920 she would become my concubine 537 00:38:10,160 --> 00:38:11,240 That's not possible 538 00:38:13,320 --> 00:38:14,120 How so? 539 00:38:16,360 --> 00:38:19,000 Is Miss Luo really that untrustworthy? 540 00:38:19,760 --> 00:38:21,440 I told you 541 00:38:21,720 --> 00:38:24,760 it's better if you don't know about it. She got married 542 00:38:26,240 --> 00:38:27,160 Got married? 543 00:38:29,920 --> 00:38:33,480 Well, I don't care. I'm going to confront her and ask why 544 00:38:34,760 --> 00:38:38,280 Brother Ni, it's not wise for you to barge into her husband's house 545 00:38:38,560 --> 00:38:42,440 Who is he? How can he be so overbearing in Chang'an? 546 00:38:42,720 --> 00:38:43,680 Have you never heard of him? 547 00:38:44,680 --> 00:38:49,160 Jing Kui, the man who can go wherever he wants and fight thousands 548 00:38:50,440 --> 00:38:51,480 Luo Qi is married to him 549 00:38:53,360 --> 00:38:55,920 Brother Ni, aren't you doing well now? 550 00:38:55,960 --> 00:38:59,880 You come and go as you please, like a bird in the sky 551 00:38:59,880 --> 00:39:01,600 I'm almost jealous! 552 00:39:01,600 --> 00:39:03,560 Alright, don't dwell on this matter 553 00:39:03,560 --> 00:39:05,240 Let's talk about 554 00:39:05,280 --> 00:39:07,720 why General Wang Geng summoned you to Chang'an 555 00:39:08,240 --> 00:39:09,560 Maybe after I hear it 556 00:39:09,600 --> 00:39:11,760 I can go to His Majesty and speak a few good words for you 557 00:39:11,760 --> 00:39:13,680 and you might get more rewards 558 00:39:23,000 --> 00:39:26,840 I wouldn't go to Weiyang Palace at will 559 00:39:26,880 --> 00:39:31,640 but I can occasionally visit Xuan Hall 560 00:39:32,560 --> 00:39:37,360 Since you are reporting important state affairs to the Emperor 561 00:39:37,400 --> 00:39:42,240 go ahead, I feel like listening, too. It's good to broaden my horizons 562 00:39:42,880 --> 00:39:46,840 Your Majesty, I received a report from General Li Guang at the border 563 00:39:46,840 --> 00:39:48,960 The Xiongnu are mobilizing their troops extensively 564 00:39:49,000 --> 00:39:51,960 and they may have noticed our intentions against them 565 00:39:53,200 --> 00:39:56,640 What wise strategies do you have? 566 00:39:58,160 --> 00:40:00,560 Didn't Your Majesty already want to 567 00:40:00,600 --> 00:40:02,280 engage the Xiongnu in battle? 568 00:40:03,080 --> 00:40:06,560 Moreover, this time, we have the initiative 569 00:40:06,560 --> 00:40:09,960 Your Majesty can command a capable general to lead 200 thousand troops 570 00:40:09,960 --> 00:40:13,080 to crush the Xiongnu and avenge our nation 571 00:40:16,960 --> 00:40:19,000 Which one of you is willing to lead? 572 00:40:22,720 --> 00:40:25,480 Your Majesty, I am willing 573 00:40:28,120 --> 00:40:28,800 Are you capable? 574 00:40:28,960 --> 00:40:31,680 I will defeat the enemy below the Helan Mountains 575 00:40:31,720 --> 00:40:34,720 and present the head of the Chanyu to Your Majesty 576 00:40:37,320 --> 00:40:41,520 Do the rest of you have any opinion about Wang Xiu leading the troops? 577 00:40:41,800 --> 00:40:43,520 Your Majesty, I have a suggestion 578 00:40:44,440 --> 00:40:45,360 Go ahead, Ming Fei44155

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