1 00:00:56,304 --> 00:01:02,600 (The Shadow Sovereign) 2 00:01:02,775 --> 00:01:05,440 (Episode 14) 3 00:01:10,475 --> 00:01:14,518 Jin Cheng from Prince Qi's family is still unmarried. 4 00:01:14,896 --> 00:01:18,618 I think Shen Xiao would be a good choice. 5 00:01:22,917 --> 00:01:24,480 Father, your wisdom is unmatched. 6 00:01:24,888 --> 00:01:26,450 Shen Xiao may come from a modest background, 7 00:01:26,754 --> 00:01:28,275 but he's incredibly talented. 8 00:01:28,762 --> 00:01:30,520 He deserves to marry Jin Cheng. 9 00:01:32,795 --> 00:01:37,000 In that case, I'll let you handle this. 10 00:01:37,560 --> 00:01:39,161 Once the timing is right, 11 00:01:39,283 --> 00:01:41,805 I'll grant the marriage decree. 12 00:01:45,779 --> 00:01:47,000 I accept your order. 13 00:01:58,820 --> 00:02:00,261 Why are you still up? 14 00:02:01,283 --> 00:02:02,504 Your Highness. 15 00:02:03,100 --> 00:02:06,061 In a few days, it's the Night Lantern Festival. 16 00:02:08,260 --> 00:02:10,422 Can we go see the fireworks together? 17 00:02:14,643 --> 00:02:15,864 Sure. 18 00:02:34,619 --> 00:02:36,360 Not only didn't Zhao Yang die, 19 00:02:36,579 --> 00:02:38,920 but she even divorced Cui Jin Zhi. 20 00:02:39,707 --> 00:02:42,056 She's clearly challenging me. 21 00:02:43,100 --> 00:02:44,321 Your Highness, calm down. 22 00:02:44,448 --> 00:02:46,120 This might not actually be a bad thing. 23 00:02:47,414 --> 00:02:49,495 She entered the palace only to request a divorce. 24 00:02:49,653 --> 00:02:51,622 That proves she doesn't have any real evidence. 25 00:02:51,814 --> 00:02:53,495 She wouldn't dare go against Your Highness. 26 00:02:54,205 --> 00:02:55,807 She knows better than anyone 27 00:02:56,260 --> 00:02:59,501 that going head-to-head with the Eastern Palace is suicide. 28 00:03:01,131 --> 00:03:02,532 As long as she's alive, 29 00:03:03,230 --> 00:03:04,672 she's a threat. 30 00:03:05,220 --> 00:03:06,819 She divorced Cui Jin Zhi, 31 00:03:06,929 --> 00:03:09,172 so she lost the Cui family's backing. 32 00:03:10,042 --> 00:03:11,581 A princess with no husband or family to lean on 33 00:03:11,662 --> 00:03:13,661 and no longer favored by His Majesty, 34 00:03:13,837 --> 00:03:15,118 is nothing to be afraid of. 35 00:03:19,721 --> 00:03:22,102 Your Highness! 36 00:03:22,220 --> 00:03:24,420 Urgent message. There's trouble... 37 00:03:24,563 --> 00:03:25,965 There's trouble at the Yellow River. 38 00:03:27,500 --> 00:03:29,020 Got it. You may go. 39 00:03:29,171 --> 00:03:30,392 Yes. 40 00:03:33,780 --> 00:03:35,240 The Yellow River is causing a flood 41 00:03:35,364 --> 00:03:36,800 at the Jingren County section. 42 00:03:38,579 --> 00:03:39,796 The riverbank has collapsed. 43 00:03:39,924 --> 00:03:41,445 Wasn't the levee in Jingren County 44 00:03:41,619 --> 00:03:43,901 funded by the Ministry of Revenue three years ago? 45 00:03:44,020 --> 00:03:46,662 Didn't Your Highness personally pick someone to supervise the repairs? 46 00:03:47,257 --> 00:03:50,336 How could the entire county's levee fail so fast? 47 00:03:50,417 --> 00:03:51,638 Useless. 48 00:03:52,462 --> 00:03:53,744 They're all a bunch of useless fools! 49 00:03:57,625 --> 00:03:59,080 Did Your Highness 50 00:03:59,750 --> 00:04:01,793 not release the full amount for the levee repair? 51 00:04:06,203 --> 00:04:07,424 You... 52 00:04:10,020 --> 00:04:11,241 Forget it. 53 00:04:11,542 --> 00:04:13,581 The most important thing right now is to send someone to keep this quiet 54 00:04:13,698 --> 00:04:15,088 and get the levee fixed fast. 55 00:04:15,460 --> 00:04:17,419 As long as Father doesn't find out, 56 00:04:17,570 --> 00:04:19,092 we can still fix everything. 57 00:04:20,250 --> 00:04:21,471 Right. 58 00:04:22,627 --> 00:04:23,828 This is a big deal. 59 00:04:24,015 --> 00:04:26,056 Only someone truly trusted can handle it. 60 00:04:26,175 --> 00:04:29,258 I believe Cui Jin Zhi is the best candidate. 61 00:04:31,833 --> 00:04:33,640 Not only do we need Cui Jin Zhi, 62 00:04:33,914 --> 00:04:35,135 but we also need 63 00:04:35,388 --> 00:04:37,590 to make sure the Cui family stays close to the Eastern Palace. 64 00:04:37,871 --> 00:04:40,560 Zhao Yang's divorce from Cui Jin Zhi has already made them unhappy. 65 00:04:40,743 --> 00:04:42,585 Your Highness, you don't need to worry about that. 66 00:04:43,460 --> 00:04:44,977 The Ye Dynasty 67 00:04:45,730 --> 00:04:47,589 has more than one princess. 68 00:04:50,415 --> 00:04:51,737 You mean... 69 00:05:01,900 --> 00:05:02,979 I'm not marrying him! 70 00:05:03,059 --> 00:05:06,619 Crown Prince, he's the one even Zhao Yang rejected. 71 00:05:06,734 --> 00:05:09,159 Why must you force him on me? 72 00:05:09,262 --> 00:05:12,313 Crown Prince, I'm not marrying him! I won't do it! 73 00:05:12,417 --> 00:05:14,600 It's already decided. There's nothing more to discuss. 74 00:05:15,660 --> 00:05:16,881 From today onward, 75 00:05:17,059 --> 00:05:18,701 just focus on getting ready for your wedding. 76 00:05:21,059 --> 00:05:23,179 I don't want to, Crown Prince. 77 00:05:23,283 --> 00:05:25,587 I'm begging you! 78 00:05:25,699 --> 00:05:27,539 Aren't I your real sister? 79 00:05:27,619 --> 00:05:29,380 I'm begging you, Crown Prince! 80 00:05:29,491 --> 00:05:31,532 I don't want to, Crown Prince! 81 00:05:32,114 --> 00:05:33,119 An Le. 82 00:05:35,660 --> 00:05:37,799 An Le, you are a princess. 83 00:05:38,071 --> 00:05:39,196 Since your prince consort died, 84 00:05:39,277 --> 00:05:41,219 you've been drifting through all sorts of indulgences. 85 00:05:41,300 --> 00:05:42,540 This isn't a real way to live. 86 00:05:42,650 --> 00:05:44,520 Your brother is only thinking of what's best for you. 87 00:05:47,643 --> 00:05:49,166 What's best for me? 88 00:05:50,699 --> 00:05:52,061 What's best for me? 89 00:05:54,115 --> 00:05:55,516 What's best for me? 90 00:05:57,791 --> 00:06:00,025 You all just treat me like a bargaining chip. 91 00:06:00,337 --> 00:06:02,058 What did I ever do to deserve this? 92 00:06:02,139 --> 00:06:03,680 I'm not marrying him! 93 00:06:04,859 --> 00:06:07,362 You people have no shame, but I do! 94 00:06:07,467 --> 00:06:08,688 Preposterous! 95 00:06:18,179 --> 00:06:19,461 You hit me. 96 00:06:21,379 --> 00:06:23,901 Without my order, no one is allowed to let her out. 97 00:06:26,020 --> 00:06:30,260 Crown Prince! 98 00:06:30,355 --> 00:06:32,476 Let me out! 99 00:06:33,299 --> 00:06:36,020 I'm not marrying him! I won't do it! 100 00:06:36,139 --> 00:06:38,661 Crown Prince! 101 00:06:42,930 --> 00:06:44,710 Welcome! What can I get for you? 102 00:06:44,819 --> 00:06:46,500 We've got all kinds of makeup, 103 00:06:46,604 --> 00:06:48,686 hairpins, crowns, you name it. 104 00:06:49,417 --> 00:06:50,819 This one looks good. 105 00:06:51,177 --> 00:06:52,938 - I'll take it. - You have excellent taste, sir. 106 00:06:53,059 --> 00:06:55,176 That's the pride of our shop. 107 00:06:55,500 --> 00:06:57,339 It's crafted from a single piece of blood jade. 108 00:06:57,480 --> 00:06:59,603 It's a rare and precious find. 109 00:07:05,499 --> 00:07:07,120 I'd like to combine this wooden hairpin 110 00:07:07,282 --> 00:07:09,344 with this blood jade one and set them together as one. 111 00:07:10,470 --> 00:07:13,298 But the wood is so plain. 112 00:07:13,379 --> 00:07:14,779 How can it possibly go with blood jade? 113 00:07:14,859 --> 00:07:16,820 Why don't you think it over? 114 00:07:16,995 --> 00:07:19,080 No need. Just do as I say. 115 00:07:19,922 --> 00:07:21,503 I only need the handle from the blood jade hairpin. 116 00:07:21,687 --> 00:07:23,356 You can keep any leftover material. 117 00:07:23,460 --> 00:07:27,222 Think of it as your payment for teaching me how to craft it. 118 00:07:27,660 --> 00:07:28,960 I want to fix it myself. 119 00:07:29,136 --> 00:07:30,703 Sure. Whatever you say. 120 00:07:32,660 --> 00:07:36,461 People will really spend money on anything these days. 121 00:07:44,020 --> 00:07:46,080 I'm not eating! Get out! 122 00:07:50,699 --> 00:07:52,720 - Your Grace. - Open the door. 123 00:08:06,620 --> 00:08:08,280 You're a daughter of the royal family. 124 00:08:08,542 --> 00:08:10,993 You were born into a life of luxury. The people provide for you. 125 00:08:11,355 --> 00:08:13,779 Your marriage was never meant to be about love, 126 00:08:13,907 --> 00:08:15,708 but an extension of power. 127 00:08:15,979 --> 00:08:17,622 I'd rather starve to death 128 00:08:19,099 --> 00:08:21,062 than marry Cui Jin Zhi! 129 00:08:24,354 --> 00:08:25,575 You don't want to marry? 130 00:08:26,020 --> 00:08:27,241 Fine. 131 00:08:31,907 --> 00:08:34,228 If you give up your title as princess, 132 00:08:34,356 --> 00:08:35,718 become a commoner, 133 00:08:36,260 --> 00:08:39,301 and leave the palace for good, 134 00:08:39,883 --> 00:08:43,684 your marriage agreement with the Cui family will be void. 135 00:08:47,597 --> 00:08:48,839 What did you say? 136 00:08:51,603 --> 00:08:52,824 What? 137 00:08:53,346 --> 00:08:54,567 Can't let it go? 138 00:08:58,724 --> 00:09:00,965 If you can't give up your royal honor, 139 00:09:01,595 --> 00:09:03,878 you have to shoulder the princess's responsibilities. 140 00:09:04,299 --> 00:09:05,780 Marrying into the Cui family 141 00:09:05,899 --> 00:09:07,340 and strengthening the Eastern Palace. 142 00:09:07,670 --> 00:09:09,791 That's your only value right now. 143 00:09:34,579 --> 00:09:36,702 You think I'm here to comfort you? 144 00:09:39,979 --> 00:09:41,480 I'm here to tell you 145 00:09:41,635 --> 00:09:43,957 that the Eastern Palace doesn't protect the useless. 146 00:10:19,915 --> 00:10:23,000 - Come on, let's go watch the fireworks from the city tower. - Sure. 147 00:10:26,380 --> 00:10:27,660 Quick, let's check it out over there. 148 00:10:27,740 --> 00:10:28,961 Let's go over there. 149 00:10:47,819 --> 00:10:49,040 Let's go. 150 00:10:50,395 --> 00:10:52,237 I checked it out before you arrived. 151 00:10:52,406 --> 00:10:54,531 The intersection up ahead has the best view for the fireworks. 152 00:10:56,508 --> 00:10:57,928 Look! 153 00:10:59,500 --> 00:11:00,983 It's so beautiful! 154 00:11:17,717 --> 00:11:19,240 Look at that one! 155 00:11:42,997 --> 00:11:44,232 (Shen Xiao.) 156 00:11:45,660 --> 00:11:48,021 (This is our first time watching fireworks together.) 157 00:11:49,299 --> 00:11:53,062 (It might be our last time, too.) 158 00:12:19,819 --> 00:12:23,062 - Li Shu... - I've found you a great match. 159 00:12:36,219 --> 00:12:37,440 What did you say? 160 00:12:39,299 --> 00:12:41,520 County Princess Jin Cheng, Prince Qi's only daughter. 161 00:12:42,106 --> 00:12:44,148 She's just come of age, beautiful, and proper. 162 00:12:44,459 --> 00:12:45,680 If you marry her, 163 00:12:45,860 --> 00:12:47,301 your future will be limitless. 164 00:12:51,020 --> 00:12:52,901 Did His Majesty summon you to the palace yesterday 165 00:12:53,071 --> 00:12:54,594 to discuss this? 166 00:12:56,208 --> 00:12:57,611 Jin Cheng is a wonderful person. 167 00:12:58,593 --> 00:13:00,198 All you need to do is accept this marriage 168 00:13:00,279 --> 00:13:01,721 and treat her well. 169 00:13:04,379 --> 00:13:05,861 I'll go see His Majesty right away. 170 00:13:07,699 --> 00:13:08,920 Shen Xiao. 171 00:13:09,340 --> 00:13:10,822 You're the pride of humble families. 172 00:13:11,375 --> 00:13:13,217 Your marriage is decided by His Majesty. 173 00:13:13,566 --> 00:13:14,780 If you refuse to marry Jin Cheng, 174 00:13:14,860 --> 00:13:16,301 the suspicion will never go away. 175 00:13:17,500 --> 00:13:19,822 Everything we've worked so hard to achieve. 176 00:13:20,464 --> 00:13:21,826 Are we really going to lose it all 177 00:13:24,836 --> 00:13:27,398 just because of feelings we shouldn't even have? 178 00:13:28,643 --> 00:13:29,864 Shen Xiao, 179 00:13:30,020 --> 00:13:31,462 you must marry her. 180 00:13:40,412 --> 00:13:41,800 If you won't say anything, 181 00:13:42,179 --> 00:13:43,622 I'll take it as your answer. 182 00:13:46,051 --> 00:13:47,272 Li Shu. 183 00:13:47,755 --> 00:13:49,680 What do you think I am? 184 00:13:53,860 --> 00:13:57,301 Didn't you say you'd be my pawn without complaint? 185 00:14:02,380 --> 00:14:03,601 Zhao Yang. 186 00:14:06,860 --> 00:14:08,222 Jin Cheng, you're here. 187 00:14:09,236 --> 00:14:10,558 Greetings, Censor Shen. 188 00:14:13,699 --> 00:14:16,580 I just remembered I have something to take care of at home. 189 00:14:16,715 --> 00:14:18,316 I won't disturb you two anymore. 190 00:14:18,660 --> 00:14:21,170 Censor Shen, please show Jin Cheng around. 191 00:14:21,483 --> 00:14:24,002 Don't miss out as you pass by! 192 00:14:24,146 --> 00:14:25,548 Come take a look, everyone! 193 00:14:29,500 --> 00:14:30,580 Everyone! 194 00:14:30,660 --> 00:14:33,019 This year's Linglong Chess Game has three rounds. 195 00:14:33,134 --> 00:14:34,300 Participants just need to find 196 00:14:34,436 --> 00:14:37,600 the Linglong chess pieces hidden inside and open the final door 197 00:14:37,908 --> 00:14:39,700 to win the prize. 198 00:14:39,780 --> 00:14:42,219 This game is meant to symbolize romance. 199 00:14:42,314 --> 00:14:43,837 You move forward and backward as one. 200 00:14:44,260 --> 00:14:46,541 - All couples are welcome to join. - If you walk away now, 201 00:14:46,883 --> 00:14:49,680 I'll tell her that I will never marry her. 202 00:14:49,819 --> 00:14:51,680 I won't marry anyone but Your Highness. 203 00:14:53,839 --> 00:14:56,099 Does anyone want to come up and play? 204 00:14:56,234 --> 00:14:57,757 That sounds pretty tough. 205 00:14:58,380 --> 00:15:00,081 Me! I want to play! 206 00:15:10,860 --> 00:15:12,899 Look at this gentleman and lady. 207 00:15:12,979 --> 00:15:14,499 They both look like they were born for greatness. 208 00:15:14,579 --> 00:15:16,580 I'm sure they'll win right from the start. 209 00:15:16,731 --> 00:15:19,120 This gentleman is truly impressive. 210 00:15:20,167 --> 00:15:22,979 That lady is as beautiful as a flower. She's graceful and elegant. 211 00:15:23,130 --> 00:15:25,119 She must be from a noble family. 212 00:15:25,780 --> 00:15:27,340 These two are such a perfect match. 213 00:15:27,428 --> 00:15:29,029 They're the definition of beauty and brains. 214 00:15:32,635 --> 00:15:33,917 I'm feeling a bit tired. 215 00:15:34,331 --> 00:15:37,173 Why don't you and Censor Shen go have fun together? 216 00:15:39,667 --> 00:15:40,920 It's more fun with three people. 217 00:15:41,093 --> 00:15:43,480 If Your Highness is tired, I'll take you back. 218 00:15:43,726 --> 00:15:45,643 Zhao Yang, let's all go together. 219 00:15:45,819 --> 00:15:47,920 I'm not very familiar with Censor Shen yet. 220 00:15:48,099 --> 00:15:50,301 I still need you to help us get along. 221 00:15:59,779 --> 00:16:01,000 Sure. 222 00:16:01,260 --> 00:16:02,760 Then, let's all go together. 223 00:16:09,986 --> 00:16:13,227 The annual Linglong Chess Game has started again. 224 00:16:13,359 --> 00:16:16,118 Which couple will break through and win? 225 00:16:16,199 --> 00:16:18,001 Let's wait and see. 226 00:16:20,323 --> 00:16:23,685 Why is this room so creepy? 227 00:16:28,042 --> 00:16:30,124 A blade hidden in the heart. 228 00:16:30,281 --> 00:16:32,283 Silent, yet speaks volumes. 229 00:16:32,427 --> 00:16:34,475 In countless schemes, 230 00:16:34,612 --> 00:16:36,654 one thought can topple a city. 231 00:16:37,100 --> 00:16:38,622 What does this poem mean? 232 00:16:40,417 --> 00:16:41,820 You need to solve the word puzzle, 233 00:16:42,000 --> 00:16:43,481 find the matching character block, 234 00:16:43,579 --> 00:16:44,739 and put it into the mechanism. 235 00:16:44,843 --> 00:16:46,164 Then, the door will open by itself. 236 00:16:46,339 --> 00:16:48,141 A blade hidden in the heart. 237 00:16:48,700 --> 00:16:50,160 Is it "endure"? 238 00:16:50,874 --> 00:16:52,715 (Silent, but it can shock like thunder.) 239 00:16:53,019 --> 00:16:56,102 (Countless schemes all start from it.) 240 00:16:56,580 --> 00:16:58,160 (One thought of greed or anger.) 241 00:16:58,316 --> 00:16:59,920 (One thought of love or hate.) 242 00:17:00,380 --> 00:17:01,822 (One thought of choice.) 243 00:17:02,699 --> 00:17:03,899 (The answer is...) 244 00:17:04,057 --> 00:17:05,600 - Heart. - Why? 245 00:17:06,660 --> 00:17:10,020 Forget it. Censor Shen and Zhao Yang are both so knowledgeable. 246 00:17:10,115 --> 00:17:12,260 Your answer must be right. 247 00:17:12,347 --> 00:17:14,148 Come on. Let's go look for it together. 248 00:17:14,820 --> 00:17:16,041 Let's go. 249 00:17:55,208 --> 00:17:56,680 What are you doing? 250 00:17:58,417 --> 00:17:59,899 You only played matchmaker 251 00:18:00,380 --> 00:18:02,062 because you had no choice, right? 252 00:18:03,745 --> 00:18:06,007 (No. I can't give in.) 253 00:18:06,218 --> 00:18:08,180 (I have to end his hopes for good.) 254 00:18:17,019 --> 00:18:19,102 What we had was just a passing fling. 255 00:18:19,316 --> 00:18:21,558 Now, I've found you a good match. 256 00:18:21,820 --> 00:18:23,262 It's not a bad deal for you. 257 00:18:23,779 --> 00:18:24,820 Here, take it. 258 00:18:24,931 --> 00:18:26,172 Go find Jin Cheng. 259 00:18:31,179 --> 00:18:32,899 My heart isn't like yours. 260 00:18:33,010 --> 00:18:34,692 I can't just give it away to anyone. 261 00:18:46,706 --> 00:18:49,109 But if you want my help, it's pretty simple. 262 00:18:49,355 --> 00:18:51,640 You have to give me something in return. 263 00:18:55,018 --> 00:18:56,639 Did you guys find it? 264 00:18:57,420 --> 00:18:58,880 What are you doing? 265 00:19:00,799 --> 00:19:02,000 You... 266 00:19:02,660 --> 00:19:04,120 Zhao Yang. 267 00:19:05,060 --> 00:19:06,281 Zhao Yang? 268 00:19:36,979 --> 00:19:38,200 Jin Cheng, 269 00:19:38,660 --> 00:19:39,886 no need to look anymore. 270 00:19:40,131 --> 00:19:41,352 The answer is right here. 271 00:19:42,063 --> 00:19:43,865 You found it so quickly, Zhao Yang. 272 00:19:43,989 --> 00:19:45,210 That's impressive. 273 00:19:58,245 --> 00:19:59,741 These curtains 274 00:20:01,427 --> 00:20:03,030 and the scent 275 00:20:03,325 --> 00:20:05,360 make me feel a little dizzy. 276 00:20:08,012 --> 00:20:09,600 There are many doors here, 277 00:20:10,021 --> 00:20:11,463 but there's only one key. 278 00:20:12,542 --> 00:20:15,880 So, we have to find the real door. 279 00:20:20,339 --> 00:20:21,680 Then, hurry and look. 280 00:20:22,362 --> 00:20:23,583 Zhao Yang. 281 00:20:23,890 --> 00:20:25,111 Censor Shen. 282 00:20:26,292 --> 00:20:27,513 Where are they? 283 00:21:46,860 --> 00:21:48,020 Why did Your Highness run away? 284 00:21:48,100 --> 00:21:50,859 Why don't you ask me if I'm willing to marry her? 285 00:21:50,962 --> 00:21:52,885 - You are. - I'm not. 286 00:21:54,979 --> 00:21:57,220 Shen Xiao, you don't get to choose. 287 00:21:57,300 --> 00:21:58,619 You can only say yes. 288 00:21:58,699 --> 00:22:00,179 Why doesn't Your Highness ask me 289 00:22:00,311 --> 00:22:01,820 why I'm not willing to marry her? 290 00:22:01,900 --> 00:22:03,342 Because you like me. 291 00:22:04,739 --> 00:22:06,181 You think by saying that, 292 00:22:06,363 --> 00:22:08,803 I won't force you to marry Jin Cheng? 293 00:22:08,900 --> 00:22:11,881 Your Highness has feelings for me. Right? 294 00:22:14,596 --> 00:22:17,717 Shen Xiao, don't let your feelings take over. 295 00:22:34,300 --> 00:22:36,221 Your Highness's pulse is racing. 296 00:22:37,219 --> 00:22:38,941 That means you care about me. 297 00:23:22,300 --> 00:23:23,521 Censor Shen. 298 00:23:23,900 --> 00:23:25,121 Zhao Yang. 299 00:23:25,660 --> 00:23:27,342 Are you two here?