1 00:00:14,018 --> 00:00:16,312 ( Orchestral music playing ) 2 00:02:54,011 --> 00:02:58,474 Han dynasty, 208 AD. Summer, Xuchang 3 00:03:37,430 --> 00:03:39,890 ( beads rattling ) 4 00:04:02,496 --> 00:04:04,582 ( tweeting ) 5 00:04:06,250 --> 00:04:08,502 ( chirps ) 6 00:04:09,837 --> 00:04:11,422 ( whistles ) 7 00:04:11,589 --> 00:04:13,299 ( chirps ) 8 00:04:15,217 --> 00:04:17,762 - ( chirping ) - ( whistles ) 9 00:04:28,522 --> 00:04:30,900 ( jangling ) 10 00:05:06,811 --> 00:05:11,232 Greetings, Your Majesty. 11 00:05:22,326 --> 00:05:24,703 Yesterday, I proposed a decree 12 00:05:24,870 --> 00:05:27,414 for war against Liu Bei and Sun Quan. 13 00:05:27,581 --> 00:05:30,125 Has Your Majesty approved the decree? 14 00:05:30,292 --> 00:05:33,379 The Prime Minister has just beaten back the Northern Wu Wan. 15 00:05:33,546 --> 00:05:36,966 Our troops and people need respite. 16 00:05:37,132 --> 00:05:38,843 The insurgents Sun and Liu 17 00:05:39,009 --> 00:05:41,011 are ruling their own regimes down South. 18 00:05:41,178 --> 00:05:43,722 They plot against Your Majesty's Court. 19 00:05:43,889 --> 00:05:45,599 If they are not eliminated in time, 20 00:05:45,766 --> 00:05:50,437 Your Majesty's Han Court might well be theirs. 21 00:05:50,604 --> 00:05:54,525 Prime Minister, please let me consider this further. 22 00:05:54,692 --> 00:05:57,945 How much further must Your Majesty consider? 23 00:05:59,154 --> 00:06:00,948 I have waged wars across the land. 24 00:06:01,115 --> 00:06:03,701 Tens of thousands of soldiers have perished on the battlefields, 25 00:06:03,868 --> 00:06:06,036 - all for the sake of The Great Han Empire. - ( chirps ) 26 00:06:07,538 --> 00:06:09,665 Does Your Majesty still remember His exile? 27 00:06:09,832 --> 00:06:12,459 Which, if any, among the Royal relatives rescued Him? 28 00:06:12,626 --> 00:06:14,879 I wonder, to this day, 29 00:06:15,045 --> 00:06:16,589 if I had not eliminated the traitors, 30 00:06:16,755 --> 00:06:19,383 how many more would claim the throne for themselves? 31 00:06:19,550 --> 00:06:21,719 ( Bird shrieking ) 32 00:06:30,311 --> 00:06:33,272 I hereby decree that Prime Minister Cao Cao 33 00:06:33,439 --> 00:06:36,275 be commissioned as the Commander of the Imperial Army 34 00:06:36,442 --> 00:06:38,986 To go forth to pacify the South. 35 00:06:39,153 --> 00:06:41,530 Thank you, Your Majesty. 36 00:06:41,697 --> 00:06:45,284 Senator Kong Rong wishes to speak! 37 00:06:50,497 --> 00:06:53,042 Kong Rong: Liu Bei is Your Majesty's uncle, 38 00:06:53,208 --> 00:06:56,295 and Sun Quan is the third-generation heir to the Dukedom of Wu. 39 00:06:56,462 --> 00:06:58,756 They have no intent to rebel. 40 00:06:58,923 --> 00:07:00,549 Whereas you, Prime Minister, 41 00:07:00,716 --> 00:07:02,843 are not only seizing all the powers of state, 42 00:07:03,010 --> 00:07:05,012 but also intend to mobilize the entire army. 43 00:07:05,179 --> 00:07:07,473 There is no justifiable reason for your war! 44 00:07:07,640 --> 00:07:10,017 Although you have solemnly vowed yourself 45 00:07:10,184 --> 00:07:11,936 loyal to His Majesty's Court, 46 00:07:12,102 --> 00:07:15,230 you will not be able to convince everyone! 47 00:07:17,524 --> 00:07:21,362 The next one to put down a rebellion may not be you, Prime Minister, 48 00:07:21,528 --> 00:07:24,698 but Liu Bei and Sun Quan! 49 00:07:25,783 --> 00:07:28,285 He is the first sacrifice. 50 00:07:34,541 --> 00:07:37,753 I thank the Prime Minister for this wine! 51 00:07:47,680 --> 00:07:49,390 The final year of the Han dynasty 52 00:07:49,556 --> 00:07:51,767 eunuchs and court relatives struggle for power. 53 00:07:51,934 --> 00:07:53,978 The country falls into chaos. 54 00:07:54,144 --> 00:07:55,980 Ambitious Cao Cao seizes the moment 55 00:07:56,146 --> 00:07:58,273 to coerce the emperor and control the feudal lords. 56 00:07:58,440 --> 00:08:01,360 In the year 208 AD, Cao Cao leads his army South to destroy Liu Bei, 57 00:08:01,527 --> 00:08:04,905 a distant relative of the Royal Family and Sun Quan, ruler of the Southlands. 58 00:08:05,990 --> 00:08:07,491 Begin. 59 00:08:08,575 --> 00:08:10,452 Form up! 60 00:08:15,791 --> 00:08:18,043 - ( Whinnies ) - ( grunting ) 61 00:09:29,907 --> 00:09:31,033 ( whinnies ) 62 00:09:31,200 --> 00:09:33,327 ( child crying ) 63 00:10:32,261 --> 00:10:34,638 ( distant hoof beats rumbling ) 64 00:10:58,871 --> 00:11:00,455 Watch it. 65 00:11:00,622 --> 00:11:03,292 - Zilong! - My Lord. 66 00:11:03,458 --> 00:11:05,210 My Lord. You have returned. 67 00:11:05,377 --> 00:11:07,838 Our men made all possible efforts to hold our ground 68 00:11:08,005 --> 00:11:09,840 before abandoning the town. 69 00:11:11,425 --> 00:11:14,845 Luckily, most of the peasants have already fled through the valley. 70 00:11:15,012 --> 00:11:16,346 Man: My lord! 71 00:11:16,513 --> 00:11:18,348 The two ladies and the Young Master 72 00:11:18,515 --> 00:11:20,767 are still trapped in the village. 73 00:11:27,107 --> 00:11:29,151 - ( Baby crying ) - My ladies, please be careful. 74 00:11:29,318 --> 00:11:31,528 Don't cry. 75 00:11:36,325 --> 00:11:38,493 ( Child crying ) 76 00:11:49,254 --> 00:11:50,380 General Zhang. 77 00:11:50,547 --> 00:11:52,758 Chief Strategist, how does the situation look? 78 00:11:52,925 --> 00:11:55,802 Cao Cao's pursuing forces are greater than anticipated. 79 00:11:55,969 --> 00:11:59,723 The cavalry vanguard will arrive at any moment. 80 00:11:59,890 --> 00:12:02,768 The Cao cavalry will use a wedge formation to attack. 81 00:12:02,935 --> 00:12:05,437 We will reflect the light into their eyes to hold them off. 82 00:12:05,604 --> 00:12:09,650 Remember, the refugees need at least an hour to retreat. 83 00:12:09,816 --> 00:12:13,153 We need a thousand more soldiers for the second line of defense! 84 00:12:13,320 --> 00:12:15,447 Leave it to me. 85 00:12:24,831 --> 00:12:25,916 All right... 86 00:12:27,459 --> 00:12:28,752 forward. 87 00:12:48,105 --> 00:12:49,439 My Lord. 88 00:12:49,606 --> 00:12:53,110 Zhu-ge Liang, the peasants are moving slowly. 89 00:12:53,277 --> 00:12:56,113 It looks like they will need at least another four hours. 90 00:12:56,280 --> 00:12:58,657 We urgently need 1,000 soldiers from here 91 00:12:58,824 --> 00:13:00,409 to go aid General Zhang. 92 00:13:00,575 --> 00:13:02,494 That way Cao Cao cannot chase them. 93 00:13:02,661 --> 00:13:05,414 The peasants can be left to themselves. 94 00:13:05,580 --> 00:13:07,416 Cao Cao intends to make us surrender. 95 00:13:07,582 --> 00:13:09,501 - He will not kill them. - No! 96 00:13:09,668 --> 00:13:11,461 As you can see, 97 00:13:11,628 --> 00:13:14,715 the elderly, women, and children all need our help. 98 00:13:14,881 --> 00:13:18,802 My Lord, these peasants are dragging us down. 99 00:13:18,969 --> 00:13:21,596 To succeed, you have to set aside these trivial matters. 100 00:13:21,763 --> 00:13:23,598 These are Han people. 101 00:13:23,765 --> 00:13:26,268 They followed us only to escape from Cao Cao's regime. 102 00:13:26,435 --> 00:13:28,645 If we cannot offer protection to the civilians, 103 00:13:28,812 --> 00:13:30,689 then what is the meaning of this war? 104 00:13:37,154 --> 00:13:39,364 I will find Guan Yu. Go and help my Lord. 105 00:14:02,387 --> 00:14:04,514 Sister! 106 00:14:08,435 --> 00:14:10,520 ( Rumbling ) 107 00:14:20,697 --> 00:14:22,699 Quickly! Bring the horse for my lady. 108 00:14:22,866 --> 00:14:24,910 That looks like Liu Bei's family. 109 00:14:25,077 --> 00:14:27,079 Go get the baby! 110 00:15:27,305 --> 00:15:28,432 My lady! 111 00:15:28,598 --> 00:15:30,392 General Zhao... 112 00:15:32,227 --> 00:15:35,272 he is My Lord's only flesh and blood. 113 00:15:35,439 --> 00:15:38,567 He must not fall into enemy hands! 114 00:15:38,733 --> 00:15:40,193 Rest assured, My Lady, 115 00:15:40,360 --> 00:15:43,071 I will take you and the Young Master to my Lord. 116 00:15:43,238 --> 00:15:44,781 Let's go! Get on the horse! 117 00:16:06,261 --> 00:16:08,138 My Lady, quickly! 118 00:16:19,191 --> 00:16:20,775 My lady! 119 00:16:28,116 --> 00:16:29,117 General! 120 00:17:11,743 --> 00:17:12,994 My Lady! 121 00:17:22,337 --> 00:17:24,673 ( Water splashes ) 122 00:17:40,564 --> 00:17:42,607 Step apart! 123 00:17:42,774 --> 00:17:44,985 Flip the shields! 124 00:17:48,071 --> 00:17:51,408 ( Neighing ) 125 00:18:24,441 --> 00:18:26,234 Attack! 126 00:19:12,614 --> 00:19:15,033 Let's go! 127 00:20:22,517 --> 00:20:25,478 - Bailong! - ( whinnies ) 128 00:20:42,787 --> 00:20:45,415 Chief Strategist, where are our reinforcements? 129 00:22:09,415 --> 00:22:11,626 ( Baby crying ) 130 00:22:22,595 --> 00:22:26,307 - Who is that man? - Zhao Zilong of Changshan. 131 00:22:37,318 --> 00:22:40,697 Why is there no such brave warrior under my command? 132 00:22:50,373 --> 00:22:52,792 General Zhao. Zilong. 133 00:23:01,885 --> 00:23:04,429 - Retreat! - We can still fight! 134 00:23:04,596 --> 00:23:06,389 Why are we giving up so easily?! 135 00:23:08,641 --> 00:23:10,768 We are greatly outnumbered by the enemy. 136 00:23:10,935 --> 00:23:14,022 If we can't protect the refugees, our losses will be worse. Attention! 137 00:23:14,188 --> 00:23:16,399 Protect the refugees! That's an order! 138 00:23:19,360 --> 00:23:21,112 Brother, go quickly! 139 00:23:21,279 --> 00:23:24,115 Leave! Protect the refugees! 140 00:23:25,116 --> 00:23:26,910 Zilong, take the Young Master! 141 00:23:28,119 --> 00:23:30,580 Retreat! 142 00:23:30,747 --> 00:23:33,249 Attention, Third Battalion! Hold the line! 143 00:23:33,416 --> 00:23:35,293 Protect the retreating refugees! 144 00:23:38,922 --> 00:23:41,257 Quick! 145 00:23:42,467 --> 00:23:44,302 Charge! 146 00:23:51,100 --> 00:23:53,728 Second battalion, go! 147 00:23:53,895 --> 00:23:56,439 Third battalion, get ready! 148 00:24:25,510 --> 00:24:28,304 ( Coughing ) 149 00:24:44,362 --> 00:24:47,073 My Lord... 150 00:24:49,826 --> 00:24:54,163 I brought the Young Master back. 151 00:24:56,916 --> 00:24:59,669 But the two ladies... 152 00:25:05,717 --> 00:25:08,845 Zilong. Get up. 153 00:25:17,812 --> 00:25:20,690 ( Muffled screaming ) 154 00:25:33,619 --> 00:25:35,163 - Prime Minister! - Yeah. 155 00:25:35,329 --> 00:25:37,040 Liu Bei is vulnerable. 156 00:25:37,206 --> 00:25:40,209 Look, the cowards have all fled. 157 00:25:40,376 --> 00:25:42,545 Dead bodies lie everywhere. 158 00:25:43,880 --> 00:25:46,174 The rest ran for their lives! 159 00:25:46,340 --> 00:25:49,677 There is only one man still fighting. 160 00:26:05,151 --> 00:26:07,695 Surrender, and your life will be spared! Kneel down! 161 00:26:09,864 --> 00:26:12,700 Do not be so rude! 162 00:26:12,867 --> 00:26:14,702 Cao Cao: General Guan Yu, 163 00:26:14,869 --> 00:26:17,371 a wise man chooses his Lord carefully. 164 00:26:17,538 --> 00:26:20,750 Why do you continue to serve Liu Bei? 165 00:26:21,751 --> 00:26:23,002 You still won't kneel! 166 00:26:55,284 --> 00:26:58,121 - Protect the Prime Minster! Kill him! - Cao Cao: Nobody move! 167 00:27:13,386 --> 00:27:15,304 Prime Minister, why? 168 00:27:15,471 --> 00:27:17,723 If he wanted to kill me, he already would have. 169 00:27:17,890 --> 00:27:20,685 Guan Yu cannot stab a man from behind. 170 00:27:20,852 --> 00:27:23,146 Liu Bei has lost many battles, 171 00:27:23,312 --> 00:27:26,065 yet so many talented men remain loyal to him. 172 00:27:26,232 --> 00:27:30,111 One day, they will all serve under my command. 173 00:28:00,016 --> 00:28:02,518 Liu Bei: I have suffered a lifetime of failures. 174 00:28:02,685 --> 00:28:05,479 This isn't the worst one. 175 00:28:05,646 --> 00:28:08,357 Cao Cao thinks he holds the Dynasty's fate in his hands. 176 00:28:09,692 --> 00:28:11,861 So long as I live and breathe, 177 00:28:12,028 --> 00:28:17,200 I will fight to end his crimes against the Han Court. 178 00:28:17,366 --> 00:28:20,494 My Lord, I will go to the state of Wu tonight, 179 00:28:20,661 --> 00:28:23,039 to ask for Sun Quan's support. 180 00:28:23,206 --> 00:28:24,999 Sun Quan? 181 00:28:25,166 --> 00:28:28,002 Against Cao Cao? I wonder if he is strong enough 182 00:28:28,169 --> 00:28:30,838 to fight an enemy as fierce as Cao Cao. 183 00:28:31,005 --> 00:28:32,965 Though Sun Quan is young, 184 00:28:33,132 --> 00:28:35,343 he has great ambitions. 185 00:28:35,509 --> 00:28:38,346 For generations, the Sun Clan has ruled the Southlands. 186 00:28:38,512 --> 00:28:42,350 They have the wealth and strength to fight Cao Cao. 187 00:28:42,516 --> 00:28:45,978 Wu needs us just as much as we need Wu. 188 00:28:46,145 --> 00:28:48,397 If our alliance succeeds and we defeat Cao Cao, 189 00:28:48,564 --> 00:28:50,983 then Cao Cao will definitely retreat back North. 190 00:28:51,150 --> 00:28:54,320 We can then go West and rebuild our forces. 191 00:28:54,487 --> 00:28:56,072 Once we are in control of the West, 192 00:28:56,239 --> 00:28:58,908 Cao Cao will control the North, and Sun Quan, the South. 193 00:28:59,075 --> 00:29:01,077 We will form a power triangle. 194 00:29:01,244 --> 00:29:04,830 This division of power is the only way to stop Cao Cao. 195 00:29:09,919 --> 00:29:12,088 My Lord, please rest assured. 196 00:29:13,756 --> 00:29:16,342 Are you confident you can convince him? 197 00:29:26,602 --> 00:29:28,771 Eat some more. 198 00:29:28,938 --> 00:29:33,943 The road to Wu is long and you will need energy. 199 00:29:43,911 --> 00:29:46,205 Prime Minister, the surrendered generals, 200 00:29:46,372 --> 00:29:48,457 Cai Mao and Zhang Yun are here. 201 00:29:48,624 --> 00:29:53,129 Advisor: These two men are untrustworthy. 202 00:29:53,296 --> 00:29:57,300 Please, be cautious. 203 00:29:57,466 --> 00:30:01,387 I trust those who are of use to me. 204 00:30:10,521 --> 00:30:13,316 Greetings, Your Highness! 205 00:30:13,482 --> 00:30:14,734 Rise. 206 00:30:14,900 --> 00:30:17,653 How many ships and men have you brought with you? 207 00:30:17,820 --> 00:30:19,613 We have with us 300,000 naval troops, 208 00:30:19,780 --> 00:30:22,992 And more than 2,000 battleships and boats of various sizes. 209 00:30:23,159 --> 00:30:25,619 Great! 210 00:30:25,786 --> 00:30:28,331 Now we can be 211 00:30:28,497 --> 00:30:31,417 tigers that swim! 212 00:30:35,171 --> 00:30:38,966 Your Highness, here is our letter of surrender. 213 00:30:43,512 --> 00:30:47,641 General Cai, I see many grammatical errors here. 214 00:30:47,808 --> 00:30:49,477 I hope your military strategies 215 00:30:49,643 --> 00:30:52,438 are not as poor as your command of language. 216 00:30:52,605 --> 00:30:54,690 I hear you have frequent exchanges 217 00:30:54,857 --> 00:30:57,360 with the State of Wu. 218 00:30:57,526 --> 00:31:01,197 Your Highness, I have declared war on Wu many times. 219 00:31:01,364 --> 00:31:03,991 These so-called exchanges are limited to only this. 220 00:31:04,158 --> 00:31:05,951 No need to explain. 221 00:31:06,118 --> 00:31:07,870 What is this? 222 00:31:08,037 --> 00:31:11,290 This is a map of Wu that I drew, taking great pains to be precise. 223 00:31:15,878 --> 00:31:19,465 General Cai, you took great pains indeed. 224 00:31:20,716 --> 00:31:23,886 Your Highness, Liu Bei has fled to Xiakou in defeat. 225 00:31:24,053 --> 00:31:25,971 If he eventually joins forces 226 00:31:26,138 --> 00:31:28,682 with Sun Quan's Wu Clan, then I fear that... 227 00:31:28,849 --> 00:31:30,893 Then isn't that in our best interest? 228 00:31:31,060 --> 00:31:32,978 If Sun Quan forms an alliance with Liu Bei, 229 00:31:33,145 --> 00:31:34,480 then he is justifying our war 230 00:31:34,647 --> 00:31:36,399 by harboring a traitor 231 00:31:36,565 --> 00:31:40,236 and rebelling against the Royal Court's rule. 232 00:31:40,403 --> 00:31:44,073 Liu Bei has royal blood, but was born a poor cobbler. 233 00:31:44,240 --> 00:31:46,367 His whole life is a failure. 234 00:31:46,534 --> 00:31:51,705 Sun Quan is a young upstart with no achievements. 235 00:31:52,748 --> 00:31:57,086 When a loser join forces with a coward... 236 00:31:57,253 --> 00:32:00,005 - what can they accomplish? - ( laughter ) 237 00:32:03,050 --> 00:32:05,845 Though My Lord is young, he shows wisdom beyond his years. 238 00:32:06,011 --> 00:32:07,805 Speak frankly and don't hold back. 239 00:32:07,972 --> 00:32:10,349 The senior advisors will be your biggest obstacle. 240 00:32:10,516 --> 00:32:12,768 ( Voices arguing ) 241 00:32:15,104 --> 00:32:18,941 You say we can fight this war? We can't! 242 00:32:38,127 --> 00:32:42,298 Hopefully, he has some good strategies to use against Cao Cao. 243 00:32:42,465 --> 00:32:45,801 This time around, Cao Cao is determined to fight. 244 00:32:45,968 --> 00:32:48,137 We are gravely outnumbered. 245 00:32:48,304 --> 00:32:50,431 Man: How could we ever hope to fight this war? 246 00:32:50,598 --> 00:32:52,183 Man We cannot fight! 247 00:32:52,349 --> 00:32:54,310 ( Beads clattering ) 248 00:33:29,678 --> 00:33:32,181 Greetings, Your Highness. 249 00:33:35,184 --> 00:33:38,354 Mr. Zhu-ge, I hear that Cao Cao 250 00:33:38,521 --> 00:33:42,358 - beat Liu Bei into the mud at Xinye? - ( advisors chuckle softly ) 251 00:33:44,318 --> 00:33:46,987 The defeat at Xinye was due to my Lord's noble heart. 252 00:33:47,154 --> 00:33:49,073 He did not abandon the thousands of refugees 253 00:33:49,240 --> 00:33:51,367 who followed our troops and slowed down our retreat. 254 00:33:51,534 --> 00:33:53,410 How large is Cao Cao's army? 255 00:33:53,577 --> 00:33:57,373 A ruthless army of 800,000 is invading from land and water. 256 00:33:58,832 --> 00:34:01,043 Cao Cao's real target is not to defeat Liu Bei, 257 00:34:01,210 --> 00:34:03,837 but to conquer Wu! 258 00:34:06,549 --> 00:34:08,842 Your Highness governs the vast Southlands, 259 00:34:09,009 --> 00:34:11,428 and has many extraordinary gentlemen in your court. 260 00:34:11,595 --> 00:34:13,722 If you are determined to oppose Cao Cao's invasion, 261 00:34:13,889 --> 00:34:15,266 then please prepare for war! 262 00:34:15,432 --> 00:34:17,810 My Lord! Do not fight! 263 00:34:17,977 --> 00:34:21,480 When the late Duke was still alive, he always told me 264 00:34:21,647 --> 00:34:26,026 that nothing is more important than the peace of Wu's people! 265 00:34:26,193 --> 00:34:28,821 We cannot fight, my Lord. 266 00:34:31,365 --> 00:34:33,742 That's right. To surrender is not so bad. 267 00:34:33,909 --> 00:34:36,870 For the cowardly, in fact, the earlier the better. 268 00:34:37,037 --> 00:34:39,707 That way everyone can stop worrying. 269 00:34:39,873 --> 00:34:41,375 If that is the case, 270 00:34:41,542 --> 00:34:43,502 then why didn't Liu Bei surrender? 271 00:34:43,669 --> 00:34:45,754 Confucius spoke of giving oneself to justice, 272 00:34:45,921 --> 00:34:48,591 and Mencius spoke of sacrificing oneself for righteousness. 273 00:34:48,757 --> 00:34:52,052 Surrendering is not a matter of victory or defeat, but rather one of virtue! 274 00:34:52,219 --> 00:34:54,096 Cao Cao, the self-proclaimed Prime Minister, 275 00:34:54,263 --> 00:34:57,433 controls the Han Emperor and fabricates His Majesty's commands. 276 00:34:57,600 --> 00:35:01,395 If he conquers the Southlands, he will surely usurp the throne. 277 00:35:01,562 --> 00:35:06,692 If we surrender to Cao Cao, then we would be aiding a tyrant. 278 00:35:06,859 --> 00:35:09,570 Lord Mayor Liu Bei is of His Majesty's royal family. 279 00:35:09,737 --> 00:35:12,448 His wisdom is known to the world and respected by the people. 280 00:35:12,615 --> 00:35:15,451 If a noble man, who has been loyal to the Han court all his life, 281 00:35:15,618 --> 00:35:17,536 fails to succeed, then that is fate. 282 00:35:17,703 --> 00:35:19,580 But how could he surrender to Cao Cao? 283 00:35:19,747 --> 00:35:23,125 That would be an unbearable shame! 284 00:35:25,336 --> 00:35:27,296 ( Scattered chuckles ) 285 00:35:30,466 --> 00:35:33,218 However, it is fine for Your Highness to surrender. 286 00:35:33,385 --> 00:35:36,764 At least you will be able to keep your life and possessions. 287 00:35:36,930 --> 00:35:38,641 At Cao Cao's mercy, 288 00:35:38,807 --> 00:35:41,769 he may let you remain as the ruler of the Southlands. 289 00:35:41,935 --> 00:35:44,271 So why not? 290 00:35:46,815 --> 00:35:49,693 Are you saying that I am nothing compared to Liu Bei? 291 00:35:49,860 --> 00:35:53,155 No, Your Highness shows an outstanding brilliance, 292 00:35:53,322 --> 00:35:56,659 greater than that of most and akin to that of Lord Liu. 293 00:35:56,825 --> 00:35:59,662 Your Highness is capable of ruling the vast Southlands. 294 00:35:59,828 --> 00:36:03,499 This alone is a major advantage over Lord Liu. 295 00:36:03,666 --> 00:36:07,002 My Lord, Mr. Zhu-ge has come before you 296 00:36:07,169 --> 00:36:11,465 with a plan for fighting Cao Cao. It would not hurt to hear him out. 297 00:36:14,635 --> 00:36:16,845 Though my Lord suffered a recent defeat, 298 00:36:17,012 --> 00:36:19,181 we still have Guan Yu, Zhang Fei and Zhao Yun, 299 00:36:19,348 --> 00:36:22,017 as well as a navy that they command with at least 10,000 men. 300 00:36:22,184 --> 00:36:24,770 If we join forces with the elite generals and troops of Wu, 301 00:36:24,937 --> 00:36:27,022 the alliance will strengthen us both. 302 00:36:27,189 --> 00:36:29,316 Although Cao Cao's military outnumbers ours, 303 00:36:29,483 --> 00:36:31,694 more than half of his troops are captured soldiers 304 00:36:31,860 --> 00:36:33,654 and are not entirely loyal to him. 305 00:36:33,821 --> 00:36:37,616 They have traveled over 100 miles every day. They are exhausted. 306 00:36:37,783 --> 00:36:40,786 As the saying goes, a worn spear cannot even penetrate a thin cloth. 307 00:36:40,953 --> 00:36:43,539 Moreover, Northerners are not used to the Southern terrain, 308 00:36:43,706 --> 00:36:45,457 and they have no naval experience. 309 00:36:45,624 --> 00:36:48,377 Their abrupt invasion is destined to result in failure. 310 00:36:50,713 --> 00:36:53,173 You make well-reasoned points. 311 00:36:53,340 --> 00:36:58,053 My Lord, please do not fall into Zhu-ge's traps! 312 00:36:58,220 --> 00:37:01,724 We cannot justify fighting against Prime Minister Cao, my lord! 313 00:37:01,890 --> 00:37:05,561 Our alliance with Liu Bei will only justify Cao Cao's war. 314 00:37:05,728 --> 00:37:08,731 It is better to take Liu Bei captive and turn him over as a gift to Cao Cao! 315 00:37:08,897 --> 00:37:11,400 - ( All arguing ) - No! We shall first fight, then surrender, 316 00:37:11,567 --> 00:37:14,319 so that we leave Cao Cao with a bitter taste. 317 00:37:14,486 --> 00:37:16,905 100,000 against 800,000! 318 00:37:17,072 --> 00:37:18,741 What kind of a war is this? 319 00:37:18,907 --> 00:37:20,492 Cowards! 320 00:37:20,659 --> 00:37:22,870 All of you are shameless cowards! 321 00:37:23,036 --> 00:37:25,080 How dare you! 322 00:37:25,247 --> 00:37:27,249 We cannot fight. 323 00:37:27,416 --> 00:37:29,418 Your Highness, 324 00:37:29,585 --> 00:37:32,087 I know you have been concealing your abilities. 325 00:37:32,254 --> 00:37:34,590 The sword has been hidden away for too long. 326 00:37:34,757 --> 00:37:37,050 Now is the time to draw the blade. 327 00:37:44,099 --> 00:37:46,018 My Lord, this Zhu-ge Liang 328 00:37:46,185 --> 00:37:48,103 is determined to drag us into trouble! 329 00:37:48,270 --> 00:37:50,773 - Don't! My Lord! - ( wailing ) 330 00:37:54,401 --> 00:37:56,570 Speak no more! 331 00:37:56,737 --> 00:37:58,989 I have heard this far too many times! 332 00:38:09,208 --> 00:38:11,460 Let me think it through. 333 00:38:11,627 --> 00:38:13,629 Let me think... 334 00:38:23,305 --> 00:38:24,681 Zhu-ge: How beautiful! 335 00:38:24,848 --> 00:38:26,809 The Southlands really are heaven on Earth! 336 00:38:26,975 --> 00:38:29,311 Unfortunately, with the arrival of Cao's regime, 337 00:38:29,478 --> 00:38:31,313 all of this beauty will soon turn to ash. 338 00:38:31,480 --> 00:38:35,567 Minister: Your words had almost persuaded his Lordship. 339 00:38:35,734 --> 00:38:37,486 For the alliance to happen, 340 00:38:37,653 --> 00:38:39,655 I only need to persuade one other person. 341 00:38:39,822 --> 00:38:42,491 - Zhou yu-- Viceroy Zhou. - Exactly! 342 00:38:42,658 --> 00:38:45,160 The Duke regards him as his own older brother. 343 00:38:45,327 --> 00:38:49,164 The late Duke had also said for internal affairs, seek Zhang Zhao. 344 00:38:49,331 --> 00:38:51,041 For foreign affairs, seek Zhou Yu. 345 00:38:51,208 --> 00:38:54,002 He is now encamped at Red Cliff. He is the right one to seek. 346 00:39:27,244 --> 00:39:30,038 ( Troops chanting ) 347 00:39:32,249 --> 00:39:33,876 Stop! 348 00:39:35,669 --> 00:39:38,505 Give it to me! Are you not capable of holding a spear? 349 00:39:38,672 --> 00:39:41,550 There must be power in every stroke! 350 00:39:41,717 --> 00:39:43,218 One more time! 351 00:39:45,137 --> 00:39:46,388 Stab! 352 00:39:46,555 --> 00:39:47,598 Slash! 353 00:39:47,764 --> 00:39:48,891 Strike! 354 00:39:49,057 --> 00:39:50,058 Swing! 355 00:39:50,225 --> 00:39:51,226 Stab! 356 00:39:51,393 --> 00:39:52,394 Slash! 357 00:39:52,561 --> 00:39:53,562 Strike! 358 00:39:53,729 --> 00:39:55,814 Swing! 359 00:39:55,981 --> 00:39:59,026 Minister: Mr. Zhu-ge, the Viceroy is over there. 360 00:40:07,492 --> 00:40:09,244 Form up! 361 00:40:20,172 --> 00:40:22,341 One other wing... 362 00:40:35,437 --> 00:40:38,732 The Goose Formation-- not bad. 363 00:40:39,858 --> 00:40:42,027 A pity that it is outdated. 364 00:41:09,638 --> 00:41:12,391 ( Flute music playing slightly off-key ) 365 00:41:59,479 --> 00:42:01,648 ( music falters ) 366 00:42:04,860 --> 00:42:07,154 Give it to me. 367 00:42:16,955 --> 00:42:18,165 Your Honor! 368 00:42:44,691 --> 00:42:46,526 You try. 369 00:42:50,197 --> 00:42:51,865 ( Playing in-tune ) 370 00:44:25,834 --> 00:44:27,669 Thank you. 371 00:44:28,879 --> 00:44:30,755 Your Honor! 372 00:44:33,842 --> 00:44:35,302 My family's water buffalo 373 00:44:35,468 --> 00:44:38,305 was stolen from the fields near the barracks. 374 00:44:38,471 --> 00:44:40,348 Some people saw... 375 00:44:55,780 --> 00:44:57,908 Your Honor, this is Mr. Zhu-ge Liang. 376 00:44:58,074 --> 00:44:59,993 Greetings, Viceroy Zhou. 377 00:45:01,203 --> 00:45:02,704 Greetings. 378 00:45:03,872 --> 00:45:05,790 Why carry a fan on a cold day like this? 379 00:45:05,957 --> 00:45:07,667 It helps me remain calm. 380 00:45:07,834 --> 00:45:10,503 It's the one old habit I cannot give up. 381 00:45:10,670 --> 00:45:12,964 You do not look like an anxious person. 382 00:45:15,217 --> 00:45:16,968 This way... 383 00:45:20,555 --> 00:45:22,682 What are you laughing at? 384 00:45:22,849 --> 00:45:24,809 I am not laughing, but appreciating. 385 00:45:24,976 --> 00:45:27,979 I am appreciating that these soldiers know not only how to fight, 386 00:45:28,146 --> 00:45:30,023 but also how to appreciate music. 387 00:45:30,190 --> 00:45:33,526 - You are knowledgeable in the art of war... - Just a little. 388 00:45:33,693 --> 00:45:35,612 Yet you say my formations are outdated. 389 00:45:39,241 --> 00:45:40,325 No man but you 390 00:45:40,492 --> 00:45:43,578 could hear me from that far away. 391 00:45:43,745 --> 00:45:46,581 I have sharp hearing. 392 00:45:47,999 --> 00:45:49,751 This way. 393 00:45:51,253 --> 00:45:54,381 General Gan, Mr. Zhu-ge said that your formation is outdated. 394 00:45:54,547 --> 00:45:58,218 Are you aware that a bad formation can kill our brothers? 395 00:45:58,385 --> 00:46:01,096 I have never thought of killing my own brothers. 396 00:46:01,263 --> 00:46:03,848 The power of the formations comes from the heart. 397 00:46:04,015 --> 00:46:06,142 There is no such thing as outdated! 398 00:46:07,310 --> 00:46:10,939 - This is...? - This is General Gan Xing. 399 00:46:11,106 --> 00:46:13,692 Pardon me, General Gan. 400 00:46:15,610 --> 00:46:17,487 General Gan and his army used to be 401 00:46:17,654 --> 00:46:19,614 the most notorious pirates in the South. 402 00:46:19,781 --> 00:46:22,284 - You cannot joke around with him. - No problem. 403 00:46:41,970 --> 00:46:44,431 I am impressed by everyone's performance today! 404 00:46:49,102 --> 00:46:51,479 But this elderly gentleman had his buffalo stolen 405 00:46:51,646 --> 00:46:53,523 in the rice fields near the barracks. 406 00:46:55,734 --> 00:46:58,653 Was this done by one of my brothers? 407 00:46:58,820 --> 00:47:01,323 Soldier: He who did it gave all our brothers a bad name! 408 00:47:01,489 --> 00:47:05,076 - Find him! - Who did this despicable thing? 409 00:47:05,243 --> 00:47:09,831 Lu Su, tell me, what is the penalty according to law? 410 00:47:09,998 --> 00:47:12,125 By law, the penalty is death! 411 00:47:13,418 --> 00:47:15,003 Step forward. Reveal yourselves. 412 00:47:15,170 --> 00:47:17,505 Step forward. 413 00:47:23,928 --> 00:47:26,723 Lu Su: I have a way to find them. 414 00:47:26,890 --> 00:47:29,142 Since the buffalo was stolen in the rice fields, 415 00:47:29,309 --> 00:47:31,853 then there must be mud on the shoes of the looters. 416 00:47:32,020 --> 00:47:34,356 - Am I correct? - Yes! 417 00:47:39,319 --> 00:47:41,654 Attention, Gan Xing Company! 418 00:47:43,365 --> 00:47:45,867 Everyone run to that tree, 419 00:47:46,034 --> 00:47:48,787 around and back. Go! 420 00:47:51,956 --> 00:47:53,541 Lu Su: Quickly! Follow up! 421 00:48:44,134 --> 00:48:46,719 I did not drag those people out today 422 00:48:46,886 --> 00:48:51,224 because I want to give them a second chance. 423 00:48:51,391 --> 00:48:54,269 The Wu army does not tolerate looting! 424 00:48:56,146 --> 00:48:59,315 What we really need is to stick together. 425 00:49:04,529 --> 00:49:08,241 I have failed to train my soldiers. 426 00:49:09,784 --> 00:49:11,786 I beg your forgiveness. 427 00:49:14,998 --> 00:49:19,043 I dare not! I dare not! 428 00:49:34,309 --> 00:49:37,145 These soldiers are difficult to train. 429 00:49:46,779 --> 00:49:49,157 Yet, these soldiers have great potential. 430 00:49:54,329 --> 00:49:57,457 Things like this happen because of our shortage of supplies. 431 00:49:57,624 --> 00:50:00,251 You gave us half of your wealth to help build this army. 432 00:50:00,418 --> 00:50:03,671 Now, supplies are short again. So how about giving up the other half? 433 00:50:05,882 --> 00:50:09,010 - Whatever you say is fine by me. - Then it's settled. 434 00:50:09,177 --> 00:50:10,929 Man: Your Honor! Your Honor! 435 00:50:11,095 --> 00:50:13,431 Bad news! 436 00:50:13,598 --> 00:50:17,185 I told you this friend is difficult to deal with. 437 00:50:17,352 --> 00:50:20,480 It's a breech birth! It's a breech birth! 438 00:50:33,201 --> 00:50:35,036 Hold this. 439 00:50:48,216 --> 00:50:50,051 Luoyue, 440 00:50:50,218 --> 00:50:52,011 hang in there. 441 00:50:53,555 --> 00:50:55,515 ( Grunts, panting ) 442 00:50:55,682 --> 00:50:58,059 - My Lady! The pony still hasn't-- - Shh! 443 00:50:58,226 --> 00:50:59,519 Be quiet. 444 00:50:59,686 --> 00:51:02,730 She can't give birth with you being so loud. 445 00:51:18,246 --> 00:51:19,831 It's coming. 446 00:51:24,252 --> 00:51:26,337 Xiao Qiao, what's happening? 447 00:51:28,089 --> 00:51:31,050 - A breech birth. - It will come out soon. 448 00:51:32,594 --> 00:51:34,178 Your Honor, for horses... 449 00:51:34,345 --> 00:51:36,681 - Be quiet! - Breech births are very rare. 450 00:51:36,848 --> 00:51:39,475 The pony has not come out for two days. 451 00:51:41,352 --> 00:51:42,854 What is happening? 452 00:51:44,272 --> 00:51:46,774 Why is there only one leg? 453 00:51:51,696 --> 00:51:53,323 He can't come out. 454 00:52:00,371 --> 00:52:02,290 What should we do? 455 00:52:03,958 --> 00:52:06,502 Zhu-ge: The other leg is stuck. 456 00:52:08,421 --> 00:52:10,298 Simply dragging it out will not work. 457 00:52:10,465 --> 00:52:12,133 He is...? 458 00:52:12,300 --> 00:52:13,635 He is Zhu. 459 00:52:13,801 --> 00:52:15,970 He is Zhu-ge Liang, a friend of mine. 460 00:52:16,137 --> 00:52:17,972 Step back a little. 461 00:52:18,139 --> 00:52:19,932 You are knowledgeable in this too? 462 00:52:20,099 --> 00:52:21,267 A little. 463 00:52:21,434 --> 00:52:23,269 I've helped cows give birth. 464 00:52:23,436 --> 00:52:26,564 Horses should be much the same. 465 00:52:26,731 --> 00:52:29,150 Excuse me, let me try. 466 00:52:57,804 --> 00:52:59,847 The two front hooves need to come out together 467 00:53:00,014 --> 00:53:02,517 for a natural birth. 468 00:53:38,344 --> 00:53:40,221 ( Horse whickers ) 469 00:54:02,160 --> 00:54:04,412 The pony does not have a name yet. 470 00:54:04,579 --> 00:54:06,581 He was born in the Southlands, 471 00:54:06,748 --> 00:54:09,876 so he should have a southern name. 472 00:54:11,085 --> 00:54:14,130 - How about Meng Meng? - Meng Meng? 473 00:54:17,091 --> 00:54:19,719 ( Whinnies ) 474 00:54:19,886 --> 00:54:22,597 Meng Meng, stand up! 475 00:54:24,515 --> 00:54:25,683 He can't stand up! 476 00:54:25,850 --> 00:54:27,351 Stand up! 477 00:54:30,438 --> 00:54:31,856 Come on! 478 00:54:32,023 --> 00:54:33,357 Stand up! 479 00:54:41,908 --> 00:54:44,952 I hope we can watch him grow each day. 480 00:54:51,751 --> 00:54:53,795 I want you to promise me, 481 00:54:53,961 --> 00:54:55,755 when he is grown, 482 00:54:55,922 --> 00:54:58,800 you will not make him a warhorse. 483 00:55:01,093 --> 00:55:03,304 ( Zither playing ) 484 00:55:10,770 --> 00:55:14,023 Viceroy, Xiao Qiao looks like 485 00:55:14,190 --> 00:55:18,277 she's the proud new mother herself. 486 00:55:21,280 --> 00:55:23,825 Viceroy, time is of the essence. 487 00:55:23,991 --> 00:55:26,786 - War or surrender? - ( strums notes ) 488 00:55:26,953 --> 00:55:29,664 Lu Su, today we are celebrating. 489 00:55:29,831 --> 00:55:31,499 Let's not discuss affairs of state. 490 00:55:31,666 --> 00:55:33,209 All right. 491 00:55:36,295 --> 00:55:38,464 Since Mr. Zhu-ge is learned in music, 492 00:55:38,631 --> 00:55:40,842 why don't we play a tune together? 493 00:55:41,008 --> 00:55:42,885 I know only... a little. 494 00:55:43,052 --> 00:55:46,347 You know a great deal. You are only hiding it. 495 00:55:48,683 --> 00:55:51,519 If you two gentlemen can work together, 496 00:55:51,686 --> 00:55:53,896 then that will be a perfect match. 497 00:58:57,204 --> 00:58:59,540 - Please. - Thank you, madam. 498 00:59:02,376 --> 00:59:04,462 Thank you, Mr. Zhu-ge. 499 00:59:04,628 --> 00:59:06,839 My husband has not played his qin for a long time. 500 00:59:07,006 --> 00:59:10,885 I too have not been so enervated for a long time. 501 00:59:15,556 --> 00:59:18,768 Lu Su: We still haven't discussed the war. How can we leave? 502 00:59:18,934 --> 00:59:20,895 His answer is within his music. 503 00:59:21,062 --> 00:59:24,482 He will fight this war. 504 00:59:28,402 --> 00:59:30,613 I think you two can be great partners. 505 00:59:30,780 --> 00:59:32,406 His music tells me 506 00:59:32,573 --> 00:59:34,575 that he needs friends. 507 00:59:36,494 --> 00:59:39,497 Your music tells me 508 00:59:39,663 --> 00:59:43,667 that you need to fight this war. 509 00:59:53,094 --> 00:59:54,762 Prime Minister, 510 00:59:54,929 --> 00:59:57,431 desire and obsession 511 00:59:57,598 --> 01:00:00,267 can also cause headaches. 512 01:00:00,434 --> 01:00:05,856 Have you not heard that desire makes one young? 513 01:00:06,023 --> 01:00:09,443 This painting must be by Your Highness. 514 01:00:09,610 --> 01:00:13,114 Her name is Xiao Qiao. When I was young, 515 01:00:13,280 --> 01:00:16,242 her father thought very highly of me. 516 01:00:16,408 --> 01:00:18,285 I saw her only once. 517 01:00:18,452 --> 01:00:22,915 Now, she is the most beautiful woman in the world, 518 01:00:23,082 --> 01:00:25,292 and is married to Zhou Yu. 519 01:00:26,585 --> 01:00:29,296 After I pacify Wu, 520 01:00:29,463 --> 01:00:31,549 she will be mine. 521 01:00:34,260 --> 01:00:37,304 - Gentlemen, you are all here. - Yes, Your Highness! 522 01:00:37,471 --> 01:00:40,307 General Cai, your ships are well built! 523 01:00:40,474 --> 01:00:42,059 Thank you, Your Highness. 524 01:00:42,226 --> 01:00:44,353 I have guarded Jingzhou for many years. 525 01:00:44,520 --> 01:00:46,730 With the strength and power of our current navy, 526 01:00:46,897 --> 01:00:48,816 - we will surely defeat Wu. - Great! 527 01:00:48,983 --> 01:00:50,943 What? The two generals are saying 528 01:00:51,110 --> 01:00:53,779 that our ground troops are just for show? 529 01:00:53,946 --> 01:00:57,158 General Xia-hou, while we Northerners are great on horseback, 530 01:00:57,324 --> 01:00:59,785 the Southerners are experts on the water. 531 01:00:59,952 --> 01:01:01,328 To destroy Wu, 532 01:01:01,495 --> 01:01:03,956 we will need the hard work of General Cai and his navy! 533 01:01:04,123 --> 01:01:05,457 Thank you, Your Highness! 534 01:01:05,624 --> 01:01:08,002 General Cai, what... 535 01:01:08,169 --> 01:01:11,672 is the best food in the South? 536 01:01:11,839 --> 01:01:15,426 River fish is the best food in the South. 537 01:01:15,593 --> 01:01:18,345 Then what is the worst thing about the South? 538 01:01:18,512 --> 01:01:20,472 The weather is the worst. 539 01:01:20,639 --> 01:01:21,974 This is the windy season. 540 01:01:22,141 --> 01:01:25,019 The wind can often be unpredictable. 541 01:01:50,336 --> 01:01:54,632 ( Men chanting ) Victory. Victory... 542 01:02:18,155 --> 01:02:20,783 Cao Cao: Six dragons lead my chariot. 543 01:02:20,950 --> 01:02:24,161 I will ride the wind with the greatest speed. 544 01:02:24,328 --> 01:02:26,747 With all of the feudal lords under my command, 545 01:02:26,914 --> 01:02:31,543 to rule the world with one name. 546 01:04:15,939 --> 01:04:17,107 ( Clanks ) 547 01:04:33,207 --> 01:04:35,751 ( bird chirping ) 548 01:04:47,721 --> 01:04:49,598 Hmm? 549 01:04:59,858 --> 01:05:03,737 "On land and sea, with forces numbering 800,000, 550 01:05:03,904 --> 01:05:07,950 I wish to meet Your Highness at the hunt for Wu." 551 01:05:08,117 --> 01:05:12,246 This Cao Cao really has some nerve. 552 01:05:12,413 --> 01:05:15,874 What does he mean by a "hunt" for Wu? 553 01:05:16,041 --> 01:05:18,544 Brother. 554 01:05:18,710 --> 01:05:20,587 Smile! 555 01:05:20,754 --> 01:05:23,424 We will get through this. 556 01:05:24,425 --> 01:05:27,553 They all want you to smile too. 557 01:05:35,102 --> 01:05:37,396 Sun Quan: When my father was 19 years old, 558 01:05:37,563 --> 01:05:41,400 he was known as the Tiger of the Southland. 559 01:05:41,567 --> 01:05:45,863 When my late brother was 26, he conquered the Southlands. 560 01:05:48,574 --> 01:05:50,951 I am now 26, 561 01:05:51,118 --> 01:05:53,454 yet I have done nothing. 562 01:05:56,915 --> 01:05:59,084 It seems that my achievements 563 01:05:59,251 --> 01:06:02,796 will never be able to be compared to theirs. 564 01:06:02,963 --> 01:06:06,258 No matter how hard I try, 565 01:06:06,425 --> 01:06:10,721 those old advisors call me worthless. 566 01:06:17,144 --> 01:06:18,520 Brother? 567 01:06:20,772 --> 01:06:22,983 You came at the right time. 568 01:06:23,150 --> 01:06:25,319 He will not listen or even smile. 569 01:06:25,486 --> 01:06:28,447 My Lord. 570 01:06:28,614 --> 01:06:30,282 What is it? 571 01:06:30,449 --> 01:06:33,994 Cao Cao requests our surrender. See for yourself. 572 01:06:59,686 --> 01:07:01,939 You have not used this for a long time. 573 01:07:04,858 --> 01:07:06,109 Let's go. 574 01:07:39,226 --> 01:07:41,228 ( Neighs ) 575 01:07:53,532 --> 01:07:55,617 ( low growling ) 576 01:08:02,958 --> 01:08:05,502 ( panting ) 577 01:08:05,669 --> 01:08:08,088 ( neighing ) 578 01:08:38,869 --> 01:08:41,455 He is cunning. 579 01:08:41,622 --> 01:08:43,457 Do you see him? 580 01:08:44,541 --> 01:08:47,127 This beast is watching us. 581 01:08:49,171 --> 01:08:53,008 He is sinister, playing with his prey. 582 01:08:53,175 --> 01:08:55,761 Is he not like Cao Cao? 583 01:08:55,927 --> 01:08:58,972 Although Cao Cao is Prime Minister, he is the real traitor, 584 01:08:59,139 --> 01:09:01,433 always ambushing from the darkness. 585 01:09:01,600 --> 01:09:05,562 In the entire world, not one person likes him. 586 01:09:05,729 --> 01:09:08,398 Brother, what are you afraid of? 587 01:09:12,611 --> 01:09:14,446 There! 588 01:09:24,748 --> 01:09:25,999 Sun Quan: To be honest, 589 01:09:26,166 --> 01:09:28,502 I was prepared for war with Cao Cao three years ago. 590 01:09:28,669 --> 01:09:30,921 Zhou Yu: Cao Cao claims to have an army of 800,000... 591 01:09:31,088 --> 01:09:33,507 yet many are surrendered troops he cannot trust. 592 01:09:33,674 --> 01:09:36,760 He can actually use only 100,000 of them at most. 593 01:09:36,927 --> 01:09:38,470 Our troops have high morale. 594 01:09:38,637 --> 01:09:42,474 We have knowledge of the Yangtze and greater naval expertise. 595 01:09:42,641 --> 01:09:45,435 Moreover, Cao Cao has no justifiable reason for his war. 596 01:09:45,602 --> 01:09:47,020 But those senior advisors! 597 01:09:47,187 --> 01:09:49,731 They are only concerned with protecting themselves. 598 01:09:49,898 --> 01:09:51,525 You need not listen to them. 599 01:09:53,485 --> 01:09:55,612 Your late brother once told you 600 01:09:55,779 --> 01:09:58,448 that you are a better administrator, 601 01:09:58,615 --> 01:10:02,119 but that he was a better commander. 602 01:10:04,329 --> 01:10:06,206 That made you lose confidence. 603 01:10:06,373 --> 01:10:09,626 But he only said that to make you strive to surpass him. 604 01:10:15,799 --> 01:10:18,093 ( Growls ) 605 01:10:18,260 --> 01:10:20,345 Tiger! 606 01:10:20,512 --> 01:10:23,849 - Help them! - Go quickly. 607 01:10:24,015 --> 01:10:27,978 - Get out of here. - Can you walk? 608 01:10:28,145 --> 01:10:29,396 Are you all right? 609 01:10:36,319 --> 01:10:38,697 The beast is over there! 610 01:10:56,047 --> 01:10:57,591 Go. 611 01:10:57,758 --> 01:11:00,010 Do not hesitate anymore. 612 01:11:31,291 --> 01:11:33,293 ( Soft growls ) 613 01:12:24,636 --> 01:12:26,137 ( roars ) 614 01:12:26,304 --> 01:12:29,391 ( horse neighs ) 615 01:13:04,926 --> 01:13:07,512 ( shuddering breaths ) 616 01:13:32,829 --> 01:13:35,081 My decision to fight Cao Cao is final. 617 01:13:35,248 --> 01:13:37,751 If anyone dares mention surrender, 618 01:13:37,918 --> 01:13:42,589 he will end up like this table! 619 01:13:48,053 --> 01:13:50,430 Zhou Yu! Cheng Pu! 620 01:13:50,597 --> 01:13:52,432 Lu Su! 621 01:13:52,599 --> 01:13:55,018 Ay! 622 01:14:04,444 --> 01:14:06,613 I hereby appoint Zhou Yu as the Viceroy in Chief, 623 01:14:06,780 --> 01:14:08,365 Cheng Pu the Lieutenant Viceroy, 624 01:14:08,531 --> 01:14:10,158 and Lu su as the Consulting Commander. 625 01:14:10,325 --> 01:14:12,369 We will form an alliance with Liu Bei, 626 01:14:12,535 --> 01:14:15,038 to stop Cao Cao's invasion. 627 01:14:15,205 --> 01:14:16,957 Understood! 628 01:14:39,104 --> 01:14:41,982 ( Rain pattering ) 629 01:14:46,319 --> 01:14:50,115 It seems that war is inevitable. 630 01:14:52,784 --> 01:14:55,036 We cannot stop Cao Cao's invasion, 631 01:14:55,203 --> 01:14:57,622 but maybe this one will prevent future wars. 632 01:15:00,458 --> 01:15:03,003 Just as long as there are no more wars. 633 01:15:28,486 --> 01:15:31,531 Isn't this one just like yours? 634 01:15:31,698 --> 01:15:35,618 You sure know how to replicate my handwriting. 635 01:15:40,123 --> 01:15:42,375 Do you know why I wrote "Ping An" so many times? 636 01:15:42,542 --> 01:15:44,502 "Ping An" means peace. 637 01:15:44,669 --> 01:15:48,715 So... why so many peaces? 638 01:15:50,717 --> 01:15:52,635 "Ping An" is... 639 01:15:55,555 --> 01:15:57,390 a name. 640 01:16:15,909 --> 01:16:16,910 Come, 641 01:16:18,369 --> 01:16:20,413 what do you hear? 642 01:16:20,580 --> 01:16:22,540 Listen carefully. 643 01:16:28,880 --> 01:16:30,757 ♪ La la la... ♪ 644 01:16:30,924 --> 01:16:33,927 ( Continues singing tune ) 645 01:16:57,283 --> 01:16:59,744 Xiao Qiao: I have heard rumors 646 01:16:59,911 --> 01:17:03,123 that all the families are leaving Red Cliff. 647 01:17:03,289 --> 01:17:04,290 When... 648 01:17:04,457 --> 01:17:06,751 when will I leave? 649 01:17:06,918 --> 01:17:09,212 I won't let you leave. 650 01:17:09,379 --> 01:17:11,965 I want you to remain by my side. 651 01:18:33,046 --> 01:18:35,506 ( Soldiers chanting ) 652 01:18:38,426 --> 01:18:40,595 One more time! Hurry! 653 01:19:00,949 --> 01:19:02,492 General Zhao. 654 01:19:05,745 --> 01:19:07,413 Chief Strategist, you are back! 655 01:19:07,580 --> 01:19:10,833 This is Wu's Viceroy in Chief, Zhou Yu. 656 01:19:13,419 --> 01:19:15,755 "'Guan! Guan!' The ospreys cried..." 657 01:19:15,922 --> 01:19:18,466 "Guan! Guan!" The ospreys cried-- 658 01:19:18,633 --> 01:19:20,426 "...from the sandy riverside." 659 01:19:20,593 --> 01:19:23,263 --from the sandy riverside. 660 01:19:23,429 --> 01:19:25,056 "Lovely maiden, modest and fair..." 661 01:19:25,223 --> 01:19:27,267 Lovely maiden, modest and fair-- 662 01:19:27,433 --> 01:19:29,560 "With a gentleman makes a perfect pair." 663 01:19:29,727 --> 01:19:32,689 --with a gentleman makes a perfect pair. 664 01:19:32,855 --> 01:19:35,108 What good is reading a book, if we have no food? 665 01:19:35,275 --> 01:19:37,193 When you grow up, you will find out 666 01:19:37,360 --> 01:19:40,822 that reading now will give you food later. 667 01:19:40,989 --> 01:19:44,158 Well, let us read one more time. 668 01:19:44,325 --> 01:19:46,536 Kids: "Guan! Guan..." 669 01:20:06,389 --> 01:20:07,807 Great calligraphy! 670 01:20:07,974 --> 01:20:09,851 Damn! 671 01:20:10,018 --> 01:20:11,227 What do you think you are doing?! 672 01:20:17,275 --> 01:20:20,028 I have always admired General Zhang's famous roar. 673 01:20:20,194 --> 01:20:23,239 To defeat Cao Cao, we need men with your temper. 674 01:20:23,406 --> 01:20:25,158 This way please, Viceroy. 675 01:20:42,133 --> 01:20:44,010 My Lord, they are here. 676 01:20:44,177 --> 01:20:45,803 Your journey has been hard. 677 01:20:47,680 --> 01:20:51,642 This is Viceroy Zhou Yu, Lieutenant Viceroy Cheng Pu, 678 01:20:51,809 --> 01:20:54,729 Consulting Commander Lu Su and Veteran General Huang Gai. 679 01:20:54,896 --> 01:20:57,023 All: Greetings, Lord Mayor Liu. 680 01:20:57,190 --> 01:20:58,983 Gentlemen, 681 01:20:59,150 --> 01:21:02,236 the Duke has helped all of us by sending these troops. 682 01:21:02,403 --> 01:21:04,155 I am sincerely thankful. 683 01:21:04,322 --> 01:21:05,865 An alliance is a friendship. 684 01:21:06,032 --> 01:21:08,076 Friends need not be so formal. 685 01:21:08,242 --> 01:21:09,994 Dare I ask, Your Honor, 686 01:21:10,161 --> 01:21:12,372 how many soldiers do you have under your command? 687 01:21:12,538 --> 01:21:15,625 - Thirty thousand. - Thirty thousand. 688 01:21:18,878 --> 01:21:21,589 Thirty thousand men are too few. 689 01:21:21,756 --> 01:21:24,258 Our men are too few? 690 01:21:24,425 --> 01:21:26,928 Your army was defeated by just one blow! 691 01:21:27,095 --> 01:21:29,097 What battles have you won? Speak up. 692 01:21:29,263 --> 01:21:30,848 I only worry we might laugh ourselves to death. 693 01:21:31,015 --> 01:21:32,809 So what? 694 01:21:32,975 --> 01:21:35,686 - What's worse than a defeated army? - What is wrong with defeat? 695 01:21:35,853 --> 01:21:37,730 Better to be a loser than a coward. 696 01:21:37,897 --> 01:21:40,024 - What are you saying? - I dare you. 697 01:21:40,191 --> 01:21:43,069 - Brother, stop. - Brother! 698 01:21:46,656 --> 01:21:48,241 We are not building an alliance. 699 01:21:48,408 --> 01:21:50,118 We are making enemies. 700 01:21:50,284 --> 01:21:51,536 Viceroy Zhou, 701 01:21:51,702 --> 01:21:53,955 what is your opinion? 702 01:21:59,627 --> 01:22:03,131 At this time of crisis, you can still weave straw sandals? 703 01:22:03,297 --> 01:22:05,383 This has been a habit of mine for years. 704 01:22:05,550 --> 01:22:07,760 We have walked a long way wearing these shoes. 705 01:22:07,927 --> 01:22:09,804 Guan Yu: Whenever our shoes are worn out, 706 01:22:09,971 --> 01:22:12,849 Big Brother weaves new ones with his own hands. 707 01:22:13,015 --> 01:22:14,183 Exactly. 708 01:22:23,192 --> 01:22:25,903 It really is strong. 709 01:22:31,701 --> 01:22:34,745 I am surprised that such weak strands of grass 710 01:22:34,912 --> 01:22:37,790 can become so strong after you weave them together. 711 01:22:46,007 --> 01:22:48,426 You have a noble Lord and brave generals. 712 01:22:48,593 --> 01:22:52,263 Generals Guan, Zhang and Zhao are all invincible warriors on the battlefield. 713 01:22:52,430 --> 01:22:55,766 An army high in spirits can fight an enemy 10 times its size. 714 01:22:57,351 --> 01:23:00,313 We sons of Wu must protect our homeland. 715 01:23:00,480 --> 01:23:02,523 We will also do our best. 716 01:23:02,690 --> 01:23:04,650 I have only one dream-- 717 01:23:04,817 --> 01:23:07,361 a dream for all-- 718 01:23:07,528 --> 01:23:10,573 that is for all of us to unite! 719 01:23:12,074 --> 01:23:14,785 United, no one can pull us apart! 720 01:23:32,678 --> 01:23:33,846 I'm here! 721 01:23:34,013 --> 01:23:35,723 Why are you here? 722 01:23:35,890 --> 01:23:39,393 - To go to war! - War? 723 01:23:39,560 --> 01:23:41,854 War is no joking matter! 724 01:23:44,982 --> 01:23:46,859 You think that I'm here to joke around? 725 01:23:47,026 --> 01:23:50,112 A woman should share the responsibility for the rise and fall of the Kingdom. 726 01:23:50,279 --> 01:23:52,323 So should a horse! 727 01:23:52,490 --> 01:23:54,534 Don't go! Come back! 728 01:23:54,700 --> 01:23:57,328 Don't be like my brother! Talk to me! 729 01:23:57,495 --> 01:23:58,871 She is? 730 01:23:59,038 --> 01:24:01,624 Our princess, Sun Shang Xiang. 731 01:24:04,460 --> 01:24:07,755 Princess, have you ever been to war? 732 01:24:09,173 --> 01:24:11,217 There is a first time for everything! 733 01:24:11,384 --> 01:24:13,386 After I fought my first war, 734 01:24:13,553 --> 01:24:15,721 I never wished for a second. 735 01:24:15,888 --> 01:24:18,099 I think, if she encounters any Cao troops, 736 01:24:18,266 --> 01:24:20,726 her hands will tremble with fear, as if she were waving. 737 01:24:22,562 --> 01:24:26,649 Princess, I see you better off at home, making your flower weavings. 738 01:24:30,903 --> 01:24:33,406 She seems a very ambitious young lady. 739 01:24:33,573 --> 01:24:37,410 She is a tomboy. She likes fighting. 740 01:24:38,953 --> 01:24:40,830 Her maids are all fully armed. 741 01:24:42,582 --> 01:24:44,709 Who would dare marry her? 742 01:24:44,875 --> 01:24:46,085 What are you doing? 743 01:24:49,755 --> 01:24:51,549 ( Neighs ) 744 01:25:16,073 --> 01:25:18,284 What did you say to my horse! 745 01:25:18,451 --> 01:25:21,370 I told him that his rider 746 01:25:21,537 --> 01:25:23,914 Is a scoundrel! 747 01:25:25,583 --> 01:25:27,418 Get up! 748 01:25:29,170 --> 01:25:31,005 Don't pull so hard! 749 01:25:44,769 --> 01:25:46,896 ( Neighs ) 750 01:25:47,063 --> 01:25:50,024 Hey! Hey! 751 01:26:00,159 --> 01:26:02,328 ( Men laughing ) 752 01:26:11,545 --> 01:26:13,172 You are drunk... drunk. 753 01:27:10,604 --> 01:27:12,606 Turn towards me. 754 01:27:25,494 --> 01:27:27,079 Prime Minister! 755 01:27:27,246 --> 01:27:30,124 Prime Minister, a messenger from Wu has arrived! 756 01:27:32,752 --> 01:27:34,128 Hmmm. 757 01:27:34,295 --> 01:27:35,838 - Bring him forth! - Yes, sir! 758 01:27:40,092 --> 01:27:41,594 This way, please. 759 01:27:48,976 --> 01:27:51,228 Did Sun Quan receive my letter? 760 01:27:51,395 --> 01:27:54,315 - He did. - What is his reply? 761 01:28:26,305 --> 01:28:29,308 This page is blank. What is the meaning of this? 762 01:28:29,475 --> 01:28:31,352 They intend to fight, 763 01:28:31,519 --> 01:28:35,189 So they did not bother to write a reply. 764 01:28:35,356 --> 01:28:38,484 Have him beheaded! 765 01:28:38,651 --> 01:28:40,319 Man: Prime Minister, 766 01:28:40,486 --> 01:28:42,988 Liu Bei must have already formed an alliance with Wu, 767 01:28:43,155 --> 01:28:45,741 brazenly opposing the empire. 768 01:28:52,873 --> 01:28:55,668 Who will command their alliance? 769 01:28:55,835 --> 01:28:59,129 Prime Minister, I guess it will be Zhou Yu. 770 01:28:59,296 --> 01:29:03,300 Zhou Yu is known not for his military abilities, but his musical talent. 771 01:29:03,467 --> 01:29:05,344 How can such a man lead an army? 772 01:29:05,511 --> 01:29:06,929 Prime Minister, for years, 773 01:29:07,096 --> 01:29:08,722 Zhou Yu has remained our toughest opponent. 774 01:29:08,889 --> 01:29:10,599 Indeed, he is a skilled musician, 775 01:29:10,766 --> 01:29:12,351 but he is an even better naval commander. 776 01:29:12,518 --> 01:29:14,603 We have suffered considerable losses against him. 777 01:29:14,770 --> 01:29:18,274 Please do not underestimate him. 778 01:29:18,440 --> 01:29:21,485 You sure do give him a lot of credit! 779 01:29:24,363 --> 01:29:27,449 Prime Minister, there is one other man we cannot underestimate! 780 01:29:27,616 --> 01:29:32,037 - Who is it? - That is Zhu-ge Liang. 781 01:29:33,038 --> 01:29:35,040 ( Chuckles ) 782 01:29:38,335 --> 01:29:40,921 ( echoing laughter ) 783 01:30:16,916 --> 01:30:20,753 To the first hero who sacrificed his life for Wu. 784 01:30:45,194 --> 01:30:46,946 In the battle of Guandu, 785 01:30:47,112 --> 01:30:49,657 Cao Cao cut off the noses of a thousand prisoners of war. 786 01:30:51,116 --> 01:30:52,952 He boxed and returned those noses, 787 01:30:53,118 --> 01:30:55,162 instantly crushing his opponents' morale. 788 01:30:55,329 --> 01:30:59,249 Today, he beheaded a man of Wu 789 01:30:59,416 --> 01:31:01,794 to crush our morale! 790 01:31:04,088 --> 01:31:07,591 But we men of Wu are not cowards and we are not afraid. 791 01:31:07,758 --> 01:31:10,469 I have been waiting for this day! 792 01:31:11,637 --> 01:31:13,931 I'm here! What a commotion! 793 01:31:14,098 --> 01:31:15,849 I won't miss tomorrow's battle. 794 01:31:21,981 --> 01:31:25,776 Zilong, have there been any problems with the allied training? 795 01:31:25,943 --> 01:31:28,195 The two armies have different codes of conduct, 796 01:31:28,362 --> 01:31:30,614 so at the start there were a few minor conflicts. 797 01:31:30,781 --> 01:31:32,783 But rest assured, I am training them well. 798 01:31:50,175 --> 01:31:53,262 Zhou Yu likes naval battles? 799 01:31:53,429 --> 01:31:56,390 Generals Cai Mao and Zhang Yun, I know you cannot wait any longer! 800 01:31:56,557 --> 01:31:59,143 Very well, you two are to command 801 01:31:59,309 --> 01:32:01,311 our navy to set sail down south. 802 01:32:01,478 --> 01:32:03,147 Cai Mao leads a strong navy. 803 01:32:03,313 --> 01:32:05,607 The water current and wind are all to their advantage. 804 01:32:05,774 --> 01:32:07,401 So, we can launch our naval invasion. 805 01:32:07,568 --> 01:32:09,737 Prime Minister, when shall we set out? 806 01:32:09,903 --> 01:32:11,488 Tomorrow, before dawn. 807 01:32:11,655 --> 01:32:13,866 He cannot wait. He will launch the attack tonight. 808 01:32:14,033 --> 01:32:16,660 No, make it tonight! 809 01:32:16,827 --> 01:32:19,663 Would he take action so hastily? 810 01:32:19,830 --> 01:32:22,958 There is only one word to describe his military tactics-- "fast." 811 01:32:23,125 --> 01:32:25,502 In the battle of Xinye, Cao Cao's elite cavalries 812 01:32:25,669 --> 01:32:27,588 rushed 150 miles in just three days. 813 01:32:27,755 --> 01:32:30,507 We had no chance to prepare. 814 01:32:30,674 --> 01:32:33,135 He places surrendered troops on the frontline, 815 01:32:33,302 --> 01:32:35,429 while his own trusted army remains in the back. 816 01:32:35,596 --> 01:32:37,181 Cao Hong, Zhang Liao, 817 01:32:37,347 --> 01:32:39,725 You are to lead the naval forces on the second front. 818 01:32:39,892 --> 01:32:42,895 Xia-hou Jun and Wei Ben, you are to lead the cavalry west 819 01:32:43,062 --> 01:32:45,397 to provide cover for the navy! 820 01:32:45,564 --> 01:32:47,816 If the navy is so powerful, 821 01:32:47,983 --> 01:32:50,360 why would they need us for cover? 822 01:32:56,784 --> 01:32:59,078 Where will their main target be? 823 01:33:02,831 --> 01:33:04,625 Right here! 824 01:33:17,221 --> 01:33:19,264 That is the reason why you camped in Red Cliff. 825 01:33:19,431 --> 01:33:21,475 You have foreseen this. 826 01:33:21,642 --> 01:33:23,894 Yet someone said that my formations are outdated. 827 01:33:24,061 --> 01:33:26,396 I have an even more outdated one. 828 01:33:38,117 --> 01:33:39,910 Tortoise formation-- 829 01:33:40,077 --> 01:33:41,745 It is indeed outdated. 830 01:33:41,912 --> 01:33:45,958 But when used appropriately, it is very effective. 831 01:33:52,464 --> 01:33:54,466 What are you all talking about? 832 01:33:54,633 --> 01:33:57,511 How can this tortoise formation be used on water? 833 01:34:03,767 --> 01:34:05,978 Once you drop, it sinks! 834 01:34:09,731 --> 01:34:12,317 Cao Cao: If they think I will use the navy, 835 01:34:12,484 --> 01:34:16,405 then Zhou Yu and Zhu-ge Liang really are stupid. 836 01:34:16,572 --> 01:34:18,740 General Cai, your navy is only a diversion. 837 01:34:18,907 --> 01:34:19,992 Understood! 838 01:34:20,159 --> 01:34:21,702 Xia-hou Jun and Wei Ben, 839 01:34:21,869 --> 01:34:25,122 take 2,000 cavalry forces by land and catch them off-guard. 840 01:34:25,289 --> 01:34:27,749 The majority of the Cao force is land infantry. 841 01:34:27,916 --> 01:34:31,670 Would Cao Cao attack by water? 842 01:34:31,837 --> 01:34:34,381 What are you thinking of? 843 01:34:34,548 --> 01:34:36,842 Cao Cao never speaks of his true intentions, 844 01:34:37,009 --> 01:34:38,760 even to his own followers. 845 01:34:38,927 --> 01:34:41,847 Truth and illusion are often disguised as each other. 846 01:34:42,014 --> 01:34:43,515 Cao Cao likes to play this game, 847 01:34:43,682 --> 01:34:46,143 both with friends and with foes. 848 01:34:48,520 --> 01:34:51,273 Eh? 849 01:34:53,483 --> 01:34:56,195 What are you doing putting that land tortoise in water? 850 01:36:12,729 --> 01:36:15,148 Halt! 851 01:36:23,490 --> 01:36:25,617 ( Horse galloping ) 852 01:36:29,871 --> 01:36:31,623 Reporting! 853 01:36:31,790 --> 01:36:34,626 No signs of the Wu army within eight miles of the rear hill! 854 01:36:34,793 --> 01:36:37,379 Nor any trace of civilians! 855 01:36:38,922 --> 01:36:41,133 All have fled, except for a tortoise in its shell! 856 01:36:41,300 --> 01:36:44,011 ( laughing ) 857 01:36:55,689 --> 01:36:57,399 - Charge! - There may be an ambush. 858 01:36:57,566 --> 01:36:59,192 Am I afraid of a few young girls? 859 01:38:36,957 --> 01:38:38,667 Shoot! 860 01:38:42,421 --> 01:38:44,256 Shoot! 861 01:40:43,124 --> 01:40:44,543 The enemy has entered the trap. 862 01:40:44,709 --> 01:40:48,213 This tortoise formation is not at all outdated! 863 01:40:50,257 --> 01:40:52,008 Form up! 864 01:41:33,049 --> 01:41:35,719 It's a trap! I predicted this ambush. 865 01:41:35,885 --> 01:41:39,055 - Damn! - Now the advantage is theirs. 866 01:41:46,479 --> 01:41:48,940 ( Pained grunting ) 867 01:41:51,901 --> 01:41:53,737 ( whinnies ) 868 01:42:14,382 --> 01:42:16,676 Kill them. 869 01:42:31,650 --> 01:42:33,818 Get back in formation! 870 01:42:33,985 --> 01:42:36,613 Break through the shields and attack the enemy! 871 01:43:58,111 --> 01:44:00,405 Charge! 872 01:45:47,220 --> 01:45:49,639 ( Echoing shouts ) 873 01:46:14,038 --> 01:46:15,665 ( bones crunching ) 874 01:48:54,615 --> 01:48:57,994 Signal the cavalry! Break through their encirclement! 875 01:48:58,161 --> 01:49:00,204 I will kill Zhou Yu for this! 876 01:50:02,225 --> 01:50:03,351 Turn! 877 01:50:03,518 --> 01:50:04,727 Turn! 878 01:50:26,249 --> 01:50:27,750 Charge! 879 01:51:27,643 --> 01:51:29,228 Attack! Kill them! 880 01:51:41,741 --> 01:51:44,243 Get back in formation! Hang in there! 881 01:51:47,330 --> 01:51:48,664 Hang in there! 882 01:52:58,317 --> 01:53:01,279 - Viceroy! - Viceroy! 883 01:55:06,987 --> 01:55:08,531 Come on! 884 01:55:24,213 --> 01:55:26,966 Attack! 885 01:56:10,134 --> 01:56:13,012 Great! This is great! 886 01:56:40,915 --> 01:56:42,833 Get out! 887 01:57:13,948 --> 01:57:15,824 Reporting! 888 01:57:15,991 --> 01:57:20,037 Your Honor, Cao Cao's fleet is sailing towards Red Cliff. 889 01:57:41,058 --> 01:57:43,310 Cao Hong: Prime Minister, our army was defeated! 890 01:57:43,477 --> 01:57:46,063 Man: Our cavalry has never lost a battle. 891 01:57:46,230 --> 01:57:48,524 It is only a slight setback. 892 01:57:48,691 --> 01:57:51,527 No need to panic. 893 01:57:53,320 --> 01:57:57,533 They managed to outfox this old fox. 894 01:57:57,700 --> 01:58:01,412 Look, even though we came a long way on water, 895 01:58:01,579 --> 01:58:04,290 not one allied ship was there to counterattack. 896 01:58:04,456 --> 01:58:07,585 Instead, they ambushed our ground forces. 897 01:58:07,751 --> 01:58:11,255 - They were ready for us. - ( retching ) 898 01:58:11,422 --> 01:58:13,757 The war against these rebels 899 01:58:13,924 --> 01:58:15,759 shall not be underestimated. 900 01:58:15,926 --> 01:58:19,221 Prime Minister, since they do not have an adequate naval defense, 901 01:58:19,388 --> 01:58:21,974 let's send out our navy to destroy the allies! 902 01:58:22,141 --> 01:58:26,312 I would rather spend more time preparing my troops for the naval battle. 903 01:58:26,478 --> 01:58:30,816 Sooner or later we will get across the river. 904 01:58:30,983 --> 01:58:34,945 I am still waiting to carve my poetry onto that cliff. 905 01:58:35,946 --> 01:58:39,158 Right there! 906 01:58:39,325 --> 01:58:42,953 Make camp right across from Red Cliff. 907 01:58:44,204 --> 01:58:47,541 ( Chanting ) Victory! Victory! 908 01:59:28,707 --> 01:59:31,543 Zhang: So many ships. 909 01:59:31,710 --> 01:59:33,253 If we used them as firewood, 910 01:59:33,420 --> 01:59:36,298 it would take a hundred years to burn them all! 911 01:59:36,465 --> 01:59:38,717 Cheng Pu: How can we beat them? 912 01:59:38,884 --> 01:59:41,011 Cao Cao claimed to have an army of 800,000. 913 01:59:41,178 --> 01:59:43,472 It looks like he really does. 914 01:59:43,639 --> 01:59:45,766 So what if he has 800,000 troops? 915 01:59:45,933 --> 01:59:48,560 With only one tortoise, we stalled his army. 916 01:59:48,727 --> 01:59:49,770 Exactly! 917 01:59:49,937 --> 01:59:52,648 The delay has taken away their momentum. 918 01:59:55,109 --> 01:59:58,028 What do you think? 919 01:59:58,195 --> 02:00:00,864 Rather than attack directly with his navy, 920 02:00:01,031 --> 02:00:04,076 Cao Cao tried a rear sneak attack with his cavalry. 921 02:00:04,243 --> 02:00:07,204 He made a mistake. 922 02:00:07,371 --> 02:00:10,624 Now, he will change his tactics 923 02:00:10,791 --> 02:00:12,918 and begin using his navy. 924 02:00:13,085 --> 02:00:16,547 Cao Cao used only 2,000 troops to discover our strengths. 925 02:00:16,714 --> 02:00:19,049 But we know nothing of our enemy. 926 02:00:19,216 --> 02:00:22,177 We can only wait for their next attack. 927 02:00:26,849 --> 02:00:29,727 How is your arrow wound? 928 02:00:31,061 --> 02:00:33,230 Fine. It's only a slight wound. 929 02:00:33,397 --> 02:00:35,607 I owe you this one. 930 02:00:36,692 --> 02:00:39,069 Take it easy. 931 02:00:39,236 --> 02:00:41,739 ( Troops continue chanting ) 932 02:00:53,292 --> 02:00:57,796 Victory! 933 02:01:02,050 --> 02:01:05,012 They are cheering for victory much too early. 934 02:01:05,179 --> 02:01:07,473 With such good morale, what is there to fear? 935 02:01:07,639 --> 02:01:11,143 We need good spirits to win this war. 936 02:01:25,032 --> 02:01:26,450 Your Honor! 937 02:01:26,617 --> 02:01:29,119 This medicine will heal the wound very quickly. 938 02:01:29,286 --> 02:01:31,246 Please bear with the pain. 939 02:01:34,166 --> 02:01:37,461 ( Groans ) 940 02:01:50,474 --> 02:01:52,434 Let me do this. 941 02:02:23,549 --> 02:02:25,509 ( Groans ) 942 02:02:42,150 --> 02:02:43,569 ( grunts ) 943 02:02:43,735 --> 02:02:46,738 Let me do something for a wounded soldier. 944 02:02:48,240 --> 02:02:51,118 How does my bandage look? 945 02:02:51,285 --> 02:02:53,996 You wrapped me up like a rice ball. 946 02:02:58,250 --> 02:03:01,962 It seems that Cao Cao isn't so fierce after all. 947 02:03:05,215 --> 02:03:06,842 He is indeed fierce. 948 02:03:07,009 --> 02:03:09,136 He is a seasoned military commander. 949 02:03:09,303 --> 02:03:11,555 He will do anything within his power to gain victory. 950 02:03:11,722 --> 02:03:14,808 He knows how to command an army, 951 02:03:14,975 --> 02:03:17,519 but he has no friends. 952 02:03:17,686 --> 02:03:20,898 Cao Cao is unlike you. 953 02:03:29,197 --> 02:03:32,951 Zhao: This toast is for Viceroy Zhou! 954 02:03:33,118 --> 02:03:35,370 Men: To Viceroy Zhou! 955 02:03:36,872 --> 02:03:39,917 Me too! For Viceroy Zhou! I hope he can recover soon. 956 02:03:47,925 --> 02:03:49,217 ( laughter ) 957 02:03:49,384 --> 02:03:51,345 We joined forces under pressure, 958 02:03:51,511 --> 02:03:54,056 but were successful beyond our wildest dreams. 959 02:03:54,222 --> 02:03:57,100 Our brilliant victory shocked Cao Cao! 960 02:03:58,936 --> 02:04:01,772 Liu Bei: Duke, I have a difficult favor to ask of you. 961 02:04:01,939 --> 02:04:03,649 100,000 refugees 962 02:04:03,815 --> 02:04:05,692 followed us from Xinye City. 963 02:04:05,859 --> 02:04:08,236 I have no land on which to settle them. 964 02:04:08,403 --> 02:04:10,238 After defeating Cao Cao, 965 02:04:10,405 --> 02:04:13,200 I would like you to let me use Jingzhou to settle the people. 966 02:04:13,367 --> 02:04:15,494 Jingzhou is the heartland of the Yangtze 967 02:04:15,661 --> 02:04:18,121 and a most valuable strategic location. How could you-- 968 02:04:18,288 --> 02:04:20,165 ( chuckles ) 969 02:04:21,375 --> 02:04:24,294 Only a righteous leader 970 02:04:24,461 --> 02:04:28,006 owns his land. 971 02:04:28,173 --> 02:04:30,884 Indeed, a righteous leader 972 02:04:31,051 --> 02:04:33,261 may only need a small piece of land. 973 02:04:33,428 --> 02:04:36,139 The Kingdom is vast-- vast enough to shelter all refugees. 974 02:04:36,306 --> 02:04:38,475 But I am only afraid that, 975 02:04:38,642 --> 02:04:41,979 once soldiers settle in, they will never leave. 976 02:04:42,145 --> 02:04:45,148 Those in arms are all our own men. 977 02:04:45,315 --> 02:04:48,694 If a Lord is righteous, then all the kingdom's men are his to lead. 978 02:04:48,860 --> 02:04:51,321 Come, let's drink up! 979 02:04:51,488 --> 02:04:54,032 All: Toast! 980 02:05:03,125 --> 02:05:06,962 The princess is a true heroine! 981 02:05:11,675 --> 02:05:14,469 Lord Liu, my younger sister 982 02:05:14,636 --> 02:05:17,681 has always admired great gentlemen. 983 02:05:17,848 --> 02:05:20,225 But since she is so fierce, 984 02:05:20,392 --> 02:05:24,855 I have always worried about her marriage, 985 02:05:25,022 --> 02:05:28,567 as it is difficult to seek a suitable gentleman for her. 986 02:05:29,651 --> 02:05:33,030 Brother, what are you talking about? 987 02:05:33,196 --> 02:05:35,407 If the Liu and Sun families become relatives, 988 02:05:35,574 --> 02:05:38,368 then it wouldn't matter how we divided the land and men, would it? 989 02:05:38,535 --> 02:05:40,162 ( Chuckles ) 990 02:05:43,123 --> 02:05:45,333 Liu Bei: The war has only just begun. 991 02:05:45,500 --> 02:05:48,920 I have never thought of remarrying. 992 02:05:52,966 --> 02:05:54,926 But... 993 02:06:09,608 --> 02:06:11,610 Brother, 994 02:06:11,777 --> 02:06:15,655 you must be drunk. What do you take me for?! 995 02:06:17,199 --> 02:06:20,869 I have found you a fine match. What's wrong with that? 996 02:06:23,288 --> 02:06:24,831 Fine. 997 02:06:24,998 --> 02:06:28,627 Then, I will have a hundred of my armed maids 998 02:06:28,794 --> 02:06:31,254 guarding my door... 999 02:06:33,006 --> 02:06:35,467 and I dare you to step in... 1000 02:06:40,097 --> 02:06:42,265 and... 1001 02:06:42,432 --> 02:06:43,767 Oh, no. 1002 02:06:49,314 --> 02:06:53,568 - Big Brother! - Big Brother! 1003 02:06:56,613 --> 02:06:58,907 How rude! How outrageously rude! 1004 02:06:59,074 --> 02:07:00,700 Brother! Brother! 1005 02:07:02,035 --> 02:07:04,955 You have never learned to respect me! 1006 02:07:11,586 --> 02:07:15,465 That's strange. What did I do wrong? 1007 02:07:15,632 --> 02:07:18,260 Big Brother's acupuncture points are locked. 1008 02:07:20,178 --> 02:07:22,013 Wake up! 1009 02:07:27,686 --> 02:07:30,021 ( Cooing ) 1010 02:07:43,869 --> 02:07:45,829 ( seeds clatter ) 1011 02:07:47,038 --> 02:07:49,291 Whatever you do, don't kill my pigeons. 1012 02:07:49,457 --> 02:07:52,127 Their acupuncture points are different from those of men. 1013 02:07:53,879 --> 02:07:56,298 I hope I didn't hurt your Lord. 1014 02:07:56,464 --> 02:07:59,176 He wouldn't blame you, even if you hurt him. 1015 02:08:00,218 --> 02:08:01,678 Was I outrageously rude? 1016 02:08:01,845 --> 02:08:04,514 I think you are unique. 1017 02:08:04,681 --> 02:08:08,935 It is the unique ones who are the most misunderstood. 1018 02:08:10,395 --> 02:08:14,232 I hate those arranged marriages. 1019 02:08:14,399 --> 02:08:17,068 Women are pushed around 1020 02:08:17,235 --> 02:08:19,321 like chess pieces. 1021 02:08:24,367 --> 02:08:27,913 You are feeding them too much. They won't be able to fly anymore. 1022 02:08:37,464 --> 02:08:42,010 If only I was like them. 1023 02:08:45,347 --> 02:08:48,016 You want to fly? 1024 02:08:48,183 --> 02:08:51,311 I have been living in the palace all my life. 1025 02:08:51,478 --> 02:08:53,521 It is such a bore. 1026 02:08:54,648 --> 02:08:57,317 Your talents exceed those of others, 1027 02:08:57,484 --> 02:08:59,736 yet you hide them. 1028 02:09:01,404 --> 02:09:03,240 Only you can see them. 1029 02:09:09,162 --> 02:09:13,708 I used to go hunting with my brother across the shore. 1030 02:09:13,875 --> 02:09:18,838 Back then the field was full of people dancing and praying. 1031 02:09:19,005 --> 02:09:22,050 Now, it has all become dark and mysterious. 1032 02:09:22,217 --> 02:09:26,012 Everything has changed now that Cao Cao has come. 1033 02:09:26,179 --> 02:09:29,224 Before they come here, 1034 02:09:29,391 --> 02:09:31,768 I will go over there 1035 02:09:31,935 --> 02:09:33,436 to take a peek 1036 02:09:33,603 --> 02:09:35,563 and stir up some trouble. 1037 02:10:09,347 --> 02:10:12,559 Take care. The weather has turned cold. 1038 02:10:15,520 --> 02:10:17,856 I have served the Prime Minister 1039 02:10:18,023 --> 02:10:19,482 for three days already. 1040 02:10:19,649 --> 02:10:22,861 Yet, your highness still does not know my name. 1041 02:10:23,028 --> 02:10:24,446 My name is-- 1042 02:10:24,612 --> 02:10:26,364 Can you serve tea? 1043 02:10:29,159 --> 02:10:31,661 - I can. - Do so. 1044 02:10:52,974 --> 02:10:54,726 Prime Minister, 1045 02:10:54,893 --> 02:10:58,146 we can start the therapy today. 1046 02:11:06,488 --> 02:11:09,407 Cao Hong: Doctor, what's the matter? 1047 02:11:24,214 --> 02:11:26,174 - Tea, Your Highness. - Incorrect. 1048 02:11:28,426 --> 02:11:31,096 Try again. 1049 02:11:35,517 --> 02:11:36,726 Tea, Your Highness. 1050 02:11:36,893 --> 02:11:40,188 That's the way. 1051 02:11:41,898 --> 02:11:45,610 Xiao Qiao, I have always admired the way you serve tea. 1052 02:11:49,406 --> 02:11:51,741 Mmm. 1053 02:11:51,908 --> 02:11:55,328 He started this war... 1054 02:11:55,495 --> 02:11:57,622 all because of a woman? 1055 02:12:12,887 --> 02:12:14,973 What are you doing? 1056 02:12:16,349 --> 02:12:20,019 I just gave them a bath and I am drying them off. 1057 02:12:21,646 --> 02:12:23,440 What if they catch a cold? 1058 02:12:26,609 --> 02:12:28,611 How is your wound? 1059 02:12:28,778 --> 02:12:30,780 It's fine. 1060 02:12:30,947 --> 02:12:33,324 I heard last night was quite entertaining. 1061 02:12:34,534 --> 02:12:38,872 Last night's celebration made me realize 1062 02:12:39,038 --> 02:12:42,834 that we may become enemies tomorrow. 1063 02:12:47,297 --> 02:12:49,132 When that day comes, 1064 02:12:49,299 --> 02:12:52,218 you and I 1065 02:12:52,385 --> 02:12:55,221 will each serve our own sides. 1066 02:12:56,890 --> 02:13:00,643 I cannot stand the thought of a stand-off with you. 1067 02:13:00,810 --> 02:13:03,980 I hope it will never happen. 1068 02:13:04,147 --> 02:13:06,608 You are a brilliant commander. 1069 02:13:06,774 --> 02:13:08,860 Fortunately, you are not on Cao Cao's side. 1070 02:13:09,027 --> 02:13:11,154 Otherwise, you would be a lot of trouble. 1071 02:13:30,715 --> 02:13:33,218 You've been looking across the shore for two days now. 1072 02:13:33,384 --> 02:13:35,178 What do you see? 1073 02:13:38,223 --> 02:13:40,266 I must remain calm. 1074 02:13:42,143 --> 02:13:43,686 How about you? 1075 02:13:45,313 --> 02:13:47,857 I also need to remain calm. 1076 02:13:51,569 --> 02:13:53,571 Cao Cao has no experience in naval affairs. 1077 02:13:53,738 --> 02:13:55,782 To cross the river, 1078 02:13:55,949 --> 02:13:59,118 he must rely on Cai Mao and Zhang Yun. 1079 02:13:59,285 --> 02:14:02,497 They are both Southerners. 1080 02:14:02,664 --> 02:14:06,876 They know all the rocks and currents in the river. 1081 02:14:07,043 --> 02:14:09,254 If we can eliminate them, 1082 02:14:09,420 --> 02:14:13,508 half of the Cao navy will be paralyzed. 1083 02:14:17,804 --> 02:14:19,305 That... 1084 02:14:19,472 --> 02:14:22,183 would be rather difficult. 1085 02:14:28,898 --> 02:14:32,527 Cao Cao is always very wary of assassins, 1086 02:14:32,694 --> 02:14:38,074 just as his followers are wary of his deadly temper. 1087 02:14:46,457 --> 02:14:49,002 They have interesting fleet formations. 1088 02:14:49,168 --> 02:14:52,005 Every formation has its weakness. 1089 02:14:52,171 --> 02:14:53,965 It's only up to us to find it. 1090 02:14:54,132 --> 02:14:56,426 That shouldn't be too difficult. 1091 02:16:34,899 --> 02:16:36,818 Great! 1092 02:16:53,251 --> 02:16:56,462 I never imagined that our soldiers were also great athletes! 1093 02:17:28,661 --> 02:17:30,747 This is what I call interesting! 1094 02:17:40,131 --> 02:17:42,967 Over all these years we've been on the battlefields, 1095 02:17:43,134 --> 02:17:44,844 we were never once defeated. 1096 02:17:45,011 --> 02:17:46,429 But like a game of Cuju, 1097 02:17:46,596 --> 02:17:52,226 it cannot be exciting when one side always wins! 1098 02:17:52,393 --> 02:17:56,272 For the battle of Red Cliff, we are ready. 1099 02:17:56,439 --> 02:17:58,357 I want to see how those rebels react 1100 02:17:58,524 --> 02:18:00,109 once we throw out the ball! 1101 02:18:26,427 --> 02:18:29,639 ( Woman vocalizing ) 1102 02:19:28,906 --> 02:19:33,536 ♪ Shaking the earth, waves hand in hand flow ♪ 1103 02:19:33,703 --> 02:19:38,374 ♪ No earthly wine can rival the moon's glow ♪ 1104 02:19:38,541 --> 02:19:42,753 ♪ A smile knows what no words can know ♪ 1105 02:19:42,920 --> 02:19:47,842 ♪ A passing glance and all is white snow ♪ 1106 02:19:48,009 --> 02:19:52,805 ♪ Let the mind, not the hands, defend and fight ♪ 1107 02:19:52,972 --> 02:19:57,560 ♪ Walls of iron cannot stop our might ♪ 1108 02:19:57,727 --> 02:20:01,939 ♪ This life, not in vain, not in spite ♪ 1109 02:20:02,106 --> 02:20:07,194 ♪ From every crucible, a phoenix takes flight ♪ 1110 02:20:07,361 --> 02:20:11,282 ♪ Wipe not our tears, let them dry on the air ♪ 1111 02:20:11,449 --> 02:20:16,787 ♪ This war is one our hearts declare ♪ 1112 02:20:16,954 --> 02:20:20,833 ♪ Victory won with beauty and flair ♪ 1113 02:20:21,000 --> 02:20:24,921 ♪ Rise together! Even a loss we can bear ♪ 1114 02:20:25,087 --> 02:20:27,590 ♪ No fear of this long night we share ♪ 1115 02:20:27,757 --> 02:20:30,009 ♪ Let the cries of war be our song ♪ 1116 02:20:30,176 --> 02:20:36,599 ♪ No comrade-in-arms shall our memories wrong ♪ 1117 02:20:36,766 --> 02:20:39,727 ♪ White waves of the Yangtze so long ♪ 1118 02:20:39,894 --> 02:20:45,983 ♪ Seething, as before, in our hearts so strong ♪ 1119 02:20:46,150 --> 02:20:53,199 ♪ Why not let the cries of war be our song? ♪ 1120 02:20:56,577 --> 02:21:02,792 ♪ Waves that crack the cliffs shall not be wrong ♪ 1121 02:21:14,553 --> 02:21:19,141 ♪ Brief voices speak out, from the heart they flow ♪ 1122 02:21:19,308 --> 02:21:23,854 ♪ No earthly wine can rival the moon's glow ♪ 1123 02:21:24,021 --> 02:21:28,442 ♪ A smile knows what no words can know ♪ 1124 02:21:28,609 --> 02:21:33,280 ♪ A passing glance and all is white snow ♪ 1125 02:21:33,447 --> 02:21:38,244 ♪ Let the mind, not the hands, defend and fight ♪ 1126 02:21:38,411 --> 02:21:43,332 ♪ Walls of iron cannot stop our might ♪ 1127 02:21:43,499 --> 02:21:47,795 ♪ This life, not in vain, not in spite ♪ 1128 02:21:47,962 --> 02:21:52,883 ♪ From every crucible, a phoenix takes flight ♪ 1129 02:21:53,050 --> 02:21:56,887 ♪ Minds in battle will clash and collide ♪ 1130 02:21:57,054 --> 02:22:02,560 ♪ In this war that our hearts decide ♪ 1131 02:22:02,727 --> 02:22:06,564 ♪ Let war bring peace to the world so wide ♪ 1132 02:22:06,731 --> 02:22:10,901 ♪ Rise up together and battle with pride! ♪ 1133 02:22:11,068 --> 02:22:13,404 ♪ Let no man fear the long night outside ♪ 1134 02:22:13,571 --> 02:22:15,781 ♪ Let the cries of war be our song ♪ 1135 02:22:15,948 --> 02:22:22,329 ♪ No comrade-in-arms shall our memories wrong ♪ 1136 02:22:22,496 --> 02:22:25,416 ♪ White waves of the Yangtze so long ♪ 1137 02:22:25,583 --> 02:22:32,506 ♪ Seething, as before, in our hearts so strong ♪ 1138 02:22:32,673 --> 02:22:38,888 ♪ Why not let the cries of war be our song? ♪ 1139 02:22:42,266 --> 02:22:48,481 ♪ Waves that crack the cliffs shall not be wrong ♪ 1140 02:23:23,557 --> 02:23:27,061 ♪ A moment so fast, where did it fly? ♪ 1141 02:23:27,228 --> 02:23:31,649 ♪ A wine so sweet, let me drink it dry ♪ 1142 02:23:32,775 --> 02:23:36,779 ♪ A wound meant for my ally ♪ 1143 02:23:36,946 --> 02:23:41,575 ♪ Is a medal I hold high ♪ 1144 02:23:41,742 --> 02:23:46,455 ♪ Every joy, every sigh ♪ 1145 02:23:46,622 --> 02:23:51,043 ♪ Our laugh does belie ♪ 1146 02:23:51,210 --> 02:23:57,716 ♪ The moon lights the sky ♪ 1147 02:23:57,883 --> 02:24:01,846 ♪ Let us drink our glasses dry. ♪