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LOVE & CROWN

ADAPTED FROM THE NOVEL MY QUEEN BY XIE LOUNAN

EPISODE 24

You don't like me because of her?

That maid has nothing to do with me.

Please give her the antidote.

Then come out of the palace with me.

We'll go fly a kite, okay?

Just this once.

Just this once, please?

Fly the kite with me, and I'll give you the antidote right away.

I've never lied to you.

Careful!

Your Highness, forgive me.

Li Hongqing, I like you like this.

Here, Your Highness.

The kite string actually cut your hand.

Let's get rid of it!

It's just a little scratch.

What are you doing?

Spit helps with the pain.

An old nanny taught me that.

Are you cold?

Why would I be?

I'm used to it.

I don't want your cloak.

I overstepped.

Your Highness…

Why is your heart beating so fast?

Are you ill?

No…

I'm… perfectly fine.

Then… why are you stuttering?

I…

I'm hungry.

Then…

I'll take you to get something to eat.

Miss, you're so pretty!

Just you wait! I'll call my brother to beat you up!

He can't beat me.

Kid,

how about we buy your tanghulu? (♪candied hawthorn)

I don't want money! I just want the tanghulu!

It's so good.

You just wait!

Don't you run! I'll get my brother!

If you've got guts, don't run!

Your Highness, let's go.

He told me to wait here. I can't leave.

When he comes back with his brother,

you can help me knock his brother's teeth out.

Are you upset again?

Did I do something wrong?

Your Highness,

you can't snatch tanghulu from a child.

I'm a princess.

If I want to eat it, why can't I?

And that maid.

I was never going to accept her sachet anyway.

She didn't do anything wrong. Why should she have to die for it?

You really wouldn't have taken it?

That's not the point.

I just don't like her.

If that makes you unhappy,

then maybe I can like her too.

Does it have anything

to do with whether I'm happy?

Of course it does.

I like you. I just want you to be happy.

Then do you like me?

What if I don't?

Would you tell me to die too?

I wouldn't.

Commander Li can't die.

If you died, I'd be really sad.

Sadder than if I died myself.

When Your Highness knows what's right

and what's wrong,

you're actually very lovable.

Your Highness, where are you going?

To buy tanghulu!

He just said…

he only wants the tanghulu,

not the money!

LINGHE HALL

Xiao Huan, you're awake.

Cangcang, you're awake too.

Princess Ying?

My greetings to you both.

- What's this about? - What are you doing here?

I'm here to ask you for a favor.

What is it?

Commander Li said

he has to ask you if he's allowed to like me.

You have to say yes.

A dignified, gracious, broad-minded princess

should come find me at Wuying Hall tomorrow,

not barge into Linghe Hall at night and disturb my sleep.

If I have to wait till tomorrow,

I might just die from it.

Don't worry. I'll think it over.

Not "think it over."

You have to agree!

All right.

I understand.

Go back and get some sleep.

Yes!

Then I'll take my leave.

I used to hit you and yell at you.

I even poisoned you. That was my fault.

So I'm here to apologize.

You're all forgiving me?

- We do! - We do!

- We do! - We do!

- Ying. - Qianqing!

What's going on with them?

I'm apologizing to them.

They're all happily forgiving me.

They're happy?

- Happy! - Happy!

- So happy! - So happy!

See? They're really happy.

The sky's clear now.

Qianqing, come sit in the sun with me!

Come on.

Qianqing, what is filial piety?

Is it just doing what you're told,

and being there at the very end?

More or less.

Qianqing,

I'll definitely be there for you in the end.

I won't try to kill His Majesty anymore.

Brother Hongqing said

when Luling Palace was on fire,

His Majesty was still very young and in poor health,

so it wasn't on purpose that he didn't save me.

So I can't blame him.

Well, well.

So now you've got a Brother Hongqing besides me.

Qianqing…

let me tell you a secret.

Go on.

Yesterday, he took me out to have fun.

He told me lots of things.

He said

he kind of likes me.

If I can be a bit more proper, he'll like me even more.

So I stayed up all night memorizing two books.

I'll recite them for you, okay?

Okay.

"A gentleman does not seek fullness in food

or comfort in living.

He is diligent in action, cautious in speech,

and learns from the virtuous to correct himself.

This is…

what it means to love learning."

What you memorized overnight is the Analects of Confucius.

- And you… - Don't interrupt me, or I'll forget it!

All right.

"A gentleman can shoulder great responsibilities…"

Later,

when Hongqing comes,

remember to wake me up.

Don't worry.

I promise.

You have grown up

and finally found your own happiness.

I'm happy for you.

That's wonderful.

Qianqing…

I'll be there for you in the end.

All right.

I'll be waiting for you to see me off.

Court's off today and the weather's good.

It's nice to come out for some fresh air.

What a shame this outfit isn't good for archery.

Or we'd show those two up in archery.

Your Majesty, let's settle it at the range today.

If you lose, don't be a sore loser.

You still talk too much.

This is so sour.

How can you eat this?

I don't think so. It's really refreshing. Tastes great.

You're flirting right in front of us?

Which of them do you think will win?

I bet His Majesty will win!

Good!

That one doesn't count!

I just slipped up. This round doesn't count.

You're still just like before, can't stand losing.

Who's a sore loser?

You only won once.

If you've got guts, let's go again.

Maybe I'll go easy on you

and let you win one.

I don't need that.

Congratulations on your victory.

Your Majesty is truly impressive.

Feng Wufu!

You're such a suck-up!

Your Highness, he just outmatches you.

Don't take it out on me, please.

This dagger cuts iron like it's nothing,

a rare treasure in this world.

Thank you.

What are you grinning at?

Sit down.

They're being all lovey-dovey.

What's so great about watching them?

You're only allowed to look at me.

All right. I'll only look at you.

Your Highness is the cutest man in the world,

the most handsome, and the most fun.

You're the only one in my heart and in my eyes.

Satisfied now?

Your Majesty really hides your talents well.

You roast meat

as well as any master cook in the martial world.

That's because when he was little,

he went through too much hardship.

It's all in the past. No need to bring it up.

Here.

Smells amazing!

Zhong Lin, have a taste.

Delicious! So good!

My grilled fish is just as carefully made.

Don't play favorites, okay?

Zhong Lin, here. Have a taste.

Cangcang, after you.

What's wrong, Cangcang?

Nothing.

Maybe today's fish…

is a bit fishy.

Let me smell.

It doesn't smell fishy.

You usually love fish the most.

Why the change in taste today?

No way. The fish I grilled could never be fishy.

I told you, I'm fine.

Don't get so worked up.

You couple should really let me worry less!

Physician Li,

is there something wrong with her health?

Your Majesty…

you'd better get ready.

Get ready?

Get ready for what?

Her Majesty is carrying your child!

Get ready to be a father.

So you mean she is pregnant?

Congratulations, Your Majesty!

- Congratulations, Your Majesty! - Congratulations, Your Majesty.

- Congratulations, Her Majesty! - Congratulations, Her Majesty.

Although in the past, Her Majesty's health took some damage,

thankfully her constitution is still very strong,

and so is yours.

In a moment, I'll prescribe some medicine to protect the baby.

You must take it regularly

and must not overwork yourself again.

You two really are trying to smash my good reputation, aren't you?

Physician Li,

for these next ten months,

I hope you can stay here in the Capital.

You brat,

now you want to chain me here?

Fine.

From now on, your married life is my responsibility.

What are you all standing around for?

Get out!

Thank you, Physician Li.

Cangcang,

thank you.

I heard you went to Wuying Hall.

Did His Majesty make things hard for you?

No.

I showed him most of my sincerity.

Even with all the resentment in his heart,

we've helped each other after all.

I figured he'd remember that bond

and show me some mercy.

Even if there's trust, it's not like before.

It doesn't have to be!

In his eyes,

I never mattered much.

That's true.

I know you really

have my best interests at heart.

Madam, you don't have to force yourself.

I know you're unhappy today.

Why would I be unhappy?

His Majesty…

finally has an heir.

We should be happy for him!

We should be celebrating!

I just don't understand

how the Xiao family can live so happily after ruining my mother!

It's not fair!

Do you like children?

Or only the one

she'll give you?

LINGHE HALL

Your Majesty,

forgive me for the offense.

Search the place!

Cangcang,

can you explain what all this is?

Why can't you keep the promises you made to me?

I was just reading them.

I didn't mean anything else.

Besides, those street tales,

sometimes, they're…

not as thrilling as ghost stories.

Isn't martial arts enough?

No. Not exciting enough.

Don't be mad.

Mr. Bai.

Dear Bai.

Mr. Bai.

Dear Bai.

That won't work on me.

No, really…

they're actually quite good.

Let me show you.

Just read this one.

It's the story of Swallow Eight.

She can catch demons,

but she's actually a demon herself.

Later she's killed for drinking too much,

then she turns into a woman

and falls for the man who killed her.

And this one.

It's really good too.

Let me show you. This one is about a male ghost.

He always puts a robe over the woman he loves

after she falls asleep.

It's actually a very heartwarming story.

Really! If you don't believe me,

you can ask Eunuch Feng.

Right?

Yes…

Ever since Her Majesty first told me that story,

I've been full of energy when helping you

with memorials, not sleepy at all.

And there are even more stories like that.

All right, Cangcang.

Earlier, I've specially looked up some classics.

The mother of King Wen of Zhou never looked at anything improper

or listened to anything unpleasant when she was pregnant.

That's what they call prenatal education.

Prenatal education?

- So… - So,

I've specially picked out this book,

Tales of Rivers and Mountains, full of travel notes and insights.

You can read it properly.

Come on, sit back down.

Wufu.

Here.

So many words,

packed so tightly.

TALES OF RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS

How am I supposed to get through this?

It's all right.

I can read it to you slowly.

Once we're done, you have to eat properly.

What would you like to eat?

I…

Five-spice crispy fish.

No.

Smells fishy.

Next.

Crystal mutton jelly.

Next.

Stuffed eight-treasure duck.

You don't even want that?

No. I'm not hungry.

Maybe… just don't serve anything.

Since she has no appetite, take it all away.

Out of the palace, I ran around so many restaurants for you.

My legs nearly broke.

And she doesn't even want a single dish!

My reputation's already taken a hit,

and you clear everything away and won't even let me eat?

She can't handle anything greasy.

- Take it all away. - What a waste.

Pack it all up and take it to my manor.

- I'll share it with Zhong Lin. - Okay.

What are you thinking about?

I was thinking spring will be here in a few days.

Yes.

I've already approved this year's court assembly.

So much has happened lately.

My father should have been here by my side,

but now…

Cangcang, you still have me,

Zhong Lin, Xiao Qianqing,

and the child we'll have in the future.

If you miss your father, you can visit him.

If he knows we are having a child,

what will he think?

DEER COURTYARD

When you break through the earth,

it will be time for great deeds.

LINGHE HALL

Your Majesty.

His Majesty had the kitchens prepare this bird's nest soup.

He told me to make sure you taste it.

Eunuch Feng?

Peace to Your Majesty.

What brings you here?

Where is His Majesty?

Your Majesty, His Majesty is busy in Wuying Hall.

He sent me to change out Your Majesty's incense.

Change the incense?

The one I have is perfectly fine. Why change it?

His Majesty said

the old incense was for clearing the head and wasn't the best for you now.

So he wants this gentler blend instead,

to keep Your Majesty relaxed every day.

Very well.

All right.

Xiaoshan, go bring me my sword.

I'm in the mood today.

No!

Your Majesty, you're not well right now.

You mustn't practice swordplay.

I can't do this either?

I was once the proud leader of Fenglai Pavilion,

and now I've become some pampered hothouse flower?

Forget it.

Your Majesty, where are you going?

His Majesty said you mustn't run around.

I'm going to find him, all right?

Your Majesty…

Your Majesty.

Cangcang!

What brings you here?

I'm here to take you back.

Xiaoshan watches me all day,

saying you told her I can't do this and I can't do that.

I'm about to turn into a complete invalid.

I wouldn't even mind being useless,

but…

could you at least not take away my freedom?

Cangcang, it's all for your own good.

Once Physician Li says you can move around,

you'll have more freedom.

All right.

Then until Physician Li nods,

I promise I'll behave myself.

- Good. - Come on.

Let's go back to Linghe Hall.

Let's go.

- Wufu. - Yes, Your Majesty.

Double-check everything the Empress eats or uses.

No errors are allowed.

Understood.

You'll personally keep watch over the guards at Linghe Hall.

Understood.

Your Majesty,

isn't this a bit much?

But don't worry.

I'll keep an eye on my mother.

We'll see your heir safely born.

All right.

How are things at Deer Courtyard?

Your father-in-law works the fields there every day.

He caught a slight chill recently and has been coughing.

The imperial physicians have seen him.

Aside from that, nothing unusual.

Make sure he's well taken care of.

After all, he's getting old.

Understood.

Add some coltsfoot blossoms.

They're very good for easing the cough.

Here, Madam.

"Shi Yan will launch a surprise attack

on Lingbi Sect's Langye Mountain branch in two days."

Leak this news to Lingbi Sect.

But won't that put Shi Yan in danger?

If something happens to Shi Yan,

what will Li Hongqing do?

With the commander of the Imperial Guards away,

you, the deputy commander, can serve a greater purpose.

Understood.

That mad princess in the palace

is still a clever move we haven't even played.

Saintess.

I have received word

that the Emperor's Xiaoxing Guards

plans to strike Lingbi Sect's Langye Mountain branch.

SAINTESS, LINGBI SECT

Is the report accurate?

Yes.

Shi Yan meant to strike straight at the heart

and take the Langye Mountain branch in one blow.

But he walked into an ambush.

Though the Ghost King is dead

and they're now headless,

they've been in the martial world for years

and are hard to wipe out completely.

Earlier, Zhu Sha mentioned the Saintess,

saying she's their true master.

I request permission to set out to bring Shi Yan back

and uncover the truth for Your Majesty.

All right. Then be careful.

Commander Li.

What did you need from me?

I'm leaving on urgent business.

The palace patrols and His Majesty's safety

- will be in your hands. - We're buddies.

No need to be so formal.

Besides, this is all part of my duty.

Also, over at the cold palace,

no more than three lamps are allowed.

All lamps must be out by the hour of Xu.

Though that's the servants' task,

have the men keep an eye on it too.

Ask them to help watch it.

Three lamps. Hour of Xu. No problem.

- Thank you. - Oh, yes.

You know what the princess is like.

I'm afraid the guys won't handle her well

and make her unhappy.

It's fine.

Just coax her and say

as long as she doesn't get mad or hit anyone,

the flower will bloom soon.

What kind of flower is it?

Honestly, I'm not quite sure.

But once it blooms, we'll know.

I'll take good care of it.

I'll make sure it grows up well and blossoms.

Then we can see what it looks like together.

I'm not eating until Hongqing comes back.

Your Highness,

Commander Li will be gone for quite a few days.

You'll ruin your health if you starve.

We can't have that.

All right then.

I should be more understanding.

Then, I'll eat ten bites today,

nine bites tomorrow…

If he still isn't back in ten days,

I won't eat a single bite!

Your Highness,

this… this absolutely won't do!

Let me talk to Her Highness.

Get out.

I don't like you.