1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,560 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 2 00:00:04,560 --> 00:00:06,290 ~ Moonrise by Lu Hu andamp; Huang Yali ~ 3 00:00:06,290 --> 00:00:12,430 ♫ The moonlight shines brightly on the strings of the zither that night ♫ 4 00:00:12,430 --> 00:00:18,480 ♫ You and I are teetering on the edge of loneliness ♫ 5 00:00:18,480 --> 00:00:24,750 ♫ Softly reciting the bygone days we cannot return to ♫ 6 00:00:24,750 --> 00:00:33,830 ♫ Also floating in the air is a kite with a string that has snapped ♫ 7 00:00:33,830 --> 00:00:40,190 ♫ The yearning stirs my heartstrings that night ♫ 8 00:00:40,190 --> 00:00:46,250 ♫ Love and hate whimper quietly and unrestrainedly ♫ 9 00:00:46,250 --> 00:00:52,290 ♫ To meet or not to meet, both are similarly on the edge of pain ♫ 10 00:00:52,290 --> 00:01:00,910 ♫ That umbrella that shielded me from the rain was badly damaged ♫ 11 00:01:00,910 --> 00:01:07,060 ♫ At moonrise, I meet with you ♫ 12 00:01:07,060 --> 00:01:13,080 ♫ At moonset, I could not see you anymore ♫ 13 00:01:13,080 --> 00:01:19,350 ♫ At moonrise, I endlessly yearn for you ♫ 14 00:01:19,350 --> 00:01:24,740 ♫ At moonset... at moonset... ♫ 15 00:01:24,740 --> 00:01:29,380 ♫ A millennium passes by rapidly... ♫ 16 00:01:29,380 --> 00:01:35,100 The Legend of Hao Lan 17 00:01:35,100 --> 00:01:37,860 Episode 40 18 00:01:44,770 --> 00:01:47,680 Repeat what you said at Huayang Palace. 19 00:01:47,680 --> 00:01:53,350 I want to take as wife, the daughter of Mi. 20 00:01:56,360 --> 00:01:57,990 Lu Buwei. 21 00:02:00,130 --> 00:02:02,710 You are a noble royal Grandson. 22 00:02:02,710 --> 00:02:06,930 If you want have ten or hundred wives, it is up to you. But not right now. 23 00:02:06,930 --> 00:02:10,860 At the Changping Battle, countless Zhao people died. 24 00:02:10,860 --> 00:02:14,690 The mother and son's life at Zhao State right now can be easily imagined. 25 00:02:14,690 --> 00:02:17,590 Yet you have the sentiment to receive another woman. 26 00:02:17,590 --> 00:02:21,250 Don't you forget if it wasn't Haolan at the first place. 27 00:02:21,250 --> 00:02:23,750 You would've already be a soul under the knife. 28 00:02:23,750 --> 00:02:28,410 You already said it. I am a Royal Grandson, receiving another wife is right and proper. 29 00:02:28,410 --> 00:02:33,060 Do you expect that sleep alone every night, keep myself pure for the sake of a woman. 30 00:02:33,060 --> 00:02:36,730 Would that not become the biggest joke under the sky? 31 00:02:37,690 --> 00:02:40,500 You should let Haolan hear what you are saying now. 32 00:02:40,500 --> 00:02:42,830 What kind of man did she find for herself. 33 00:02:42,830 --> 00:02:47,850 Haolan is my wife. Zheng'er is my son. They are all mine. 34 00:02:47,850 --> 00:02:52,210 Who allowed you to speak that way? Who gave you the authority? 35 00:03:00,550 --> 00:03:05,530 All right, I won't criticize you. 36 00:03:05,530 --> 00:03:07,730 You can do whatever. 37 00:03:12,500 --> 00:03:17,590 Zichu, I don't care how many wives you receive. 38 00:03:17,590 --> 00:03:21,490 I only care about when you will get the mother and son to return to Qin. 39 00:03:21,490 --> 00:03:26,850 If you feel any guilt, do not forget your promises from early on. 40 00:03:47,750 --> 00:03:49,610 Release me. 41 00:03:56,180 --> 00:03:57,820 All of you go down. 42 00:03:57,820 --> 00:03:59,410 Yes. 43 00:04:47,300 --> 00:04:52,140 As expected such dainty graceful bearing and lovely to look at. 44 00:04:52,140 --> 00:04:54,920 Mother didn't deceive me. 45 00:04:57,150 --> 00:05:02,990 Royal Grandson, what are you saying? I don't understand it. 46 00:05:04,910 --> 00:05:09,870 I said that its fortunate to have my mother helping me out on this. 47 00:05:11,940 --> 00:05:17,180 So that I may get such a beautiful woman. 48 00:05:18,420 --> 00:05:19,990 Royal Descendant. 49 00:06:07,440 --> 00:06:10,160 Royal Descendant, what is wrong with you? 50 00:06:12,540 --> 00:06:14,490 I had a nightmare. 51 00:06:14,490 --> 00:06:16,660 What did you dream of? 52 00:06:16,660 --> 00:06:20,350 Nothing,only a dream. 53 00:06:20,350 --> 00:06:23,890 A vast expanse of white, nothing else. 54 00:06:24,880 --> 00:06:29,800 Siluo will keep you company, then you wouldn't have any more nightmares. 55 00:06:32,310 --> 00:06:37,110 I am not a child, do I need a woman to coax me? 56 00:06:39,220 --> 00:06:41,690 - Let's go back to sleep. - Yes. 57 00:06:55,150 --> 00:06:57,410 Yuyang Palace. 58 00:07:22,290 --> 00:07:24,790 People would make fun of Handan's walking steps. 59 00:07:24,790 --> 00:07:32,260 But I think that. They weren't copying Zhao's walk but actually Zhao's tiptoe dance. 60 00:07:32,260 --> 00:07:35,640 Dance. Why are you not dancing? 61 00:07:35,640 --> 00:07:40,530 Looks like you know where I am from? 62 00:07:40,530 --> 00:07:42,800 Base on your appearance and your personality. 63 00:07:42,800 --> 00:07:46,780 If I didn't clean up after you, you would've be exposed early on. 64 00:07:46,780 --> 00:07:51,670 I only care about whether this marriage alliance will proceed successfully. 65 00:07:51,670 --> 00:07:55,530 Presumably you know what to do. 66 00:08:02,100 --> 00:08:05,380 You're neither talking nor dancing. 67 00:08:05,380 --> 00:08:09,580 Today Zichu married daughter of Mi. 68 00:08:09,580 --> 00:08:11,790 I get the feeling. 69 00:08:12,660 --> 00:08:15,830 You seem more unhappy then I am. 70 00:08:17,540 --> 00:08:22,210 If early on you had aligned yourself with Lady Huayang. 71 00:08:22,210 --> 00:08:25,790 What Zichu possess now, you would also have. 72 00:08:25,790 --> 00:08:27,990 I will not do that way. 73 00:08:28,740 --> 00:08:30,550 Why? 74 00:08:31,430 --> 00:08:33,450 I disdain to do so. 75 00:08:35,040 --> 00:08:39,920 Huayang controlled Crown Prince for a long time. Many people detest it already. 76 00:08:39,920 --> 00:08:44,920 Zichu aligning with her may not be a good thing. 77 00:08:44,920 --> 00:08:46,790 However, 78 00:08:48,230 --> 00:08:53,530 I got the feeling that you seem to hate him more than me. 79 00:08:55,480 --> 00:08:59,270 No, I'm very happy today. 80 00:08:59,270 --> 00:09:01,290 Especially happy. 81 00:09:01,290 --> 00:09:03,230 Happy about what? 82 00:09:05,100 --> 00:09:10,830 If someone finds out about Zichu's wedding. 83 00:09:10,830 --> 00:09:13,780 She will surely die from anger. 84 00:09:15,650 --> 00:09:21,440 All the back and forth contending, at then end someone else wind up receiving an advantage. 85 00:09:21,440 --> 00:09:25,360 Don't you think that's worth laughing about? 86 00:09:25,360 --> 00:09:29,850 Others? Who? 87 00:09:44,800 --> 00:09:47,190 I won't tell you. 88 00:10:02,330 --> 00:10:03,680 Huayang Palace. 89 00:10:04,630 --> 00:10:08,960 Silou, how is Royal Descendant treating you? 90 00:10:11,780 --> 00:10:13,720 What's wrong? 91 00:10:13,720 --> 00:10:15,550 We've only been married two months. 92 00:10:15,550 --> 00:10:18,840 Elder brother, the Crown Prince already send over few beautiful women. 93 00:10:18,840 --> 00:10:21,580 Your highness accepted them. 94 00:10:21,580 --> 00:10:23,390 Didn't I also send too? 95 00:10:23,390 --> 00:10:25,330 I wouldn't dare blame you. 96 00:10:25,330 --> 00:10:28,590 It's fine. You don't need to be too worried. 97 00:10:28,590 --> 00:10:32,020 They are helpers that I send over for you. 98 00:10:32,020 --> 00:10:34,800 Help you win over Zichu's heart. 99 00:10:34,800 --> 00:10:37,790 Zichu is Qin state's heir. 100 00:10:37,790 --> 00:10:42,730 He will inherit the throne. Naturally will have numerous beautiful women around him. 101 00:10:42,730 --> 00:10:46,410 The most important matter is that you need to get a son. 102 00:10:46,410 --> 00:10:49,690 Not about getting jealous. 103 00:10:49,690 --> 00:10:51,300 Yes. 104 00:10:51,300 --> 00:10:54,480 You must remember once you have children. 105 00:10:54,480 --> 00:10:58,190 When you get him to be the Qin State rightful heir. 106 00:10:58,190 --> 00:11:02,110 Then Mi family can be worry free. 107 00:11:02,110 --> 00:11:03,600 Yes. 108 00:11:14,470 --> 00:11:19,080 -You've heard all of that? I said so already. Tan Lu, Musician from Qin. 109 00:11:19,080 --> 00:11:24,930 Within half year, I can get Zichu be utterly obedient to me. 110 00:11:24,930 --> 00:11:30,240 Are you really confident that Zichu is under your control? 111 00:11:33,170 --> 00:11:35,660 Why are you always spirit dampener? 112 00:11:35,660 --> 00:11:39,260 Everytime I say something, you always have to say the opposite. 113 00:11:39,950 --> 00:11:45,060 All right, we will consider that you won for this bet. 114 00:11:52,410 --> 00:11:54,960 Let me massage you then. 115 00:11:55,520 --> 00:11:59,960 Give you foot bath. Is that good enough? 116 00:12:01,920 --> 00:12:07,890 Who would cherish that? Even when the Crown Prince begs me I don't even let him get close. 117 00:12:07,890 --> 00:12:11,220 Yes, I am wrong. 118 00:12:16,520 --> 00:12:20,950 Over the past seven years, we've made so many bets. 119 00:12:20,950 --> 00:12:26,000 Every time you lose, rather do hard labor then yielding. 120 00:12:28,470 --> 00:12:33,120 Tan Lu, what do you really want? 121 00:12:34,690 --> 00:12:39,860 I am only the palace musician. A plaything for people. 122 00:12:39,860 --> 00:12:43,920 Madam is high on the top, you can have anything you want. 123 00:12:43,920 --> 00:12:48,320 Why are you so persistent about wanting me? 124 00:12:50,690 --> 00:12:56,930 I don't know. Maybe... I like you. 125 00:12:56,930 --> 00:13:00,960 But Madam, 126 00:13:02,420 --> 00:13:04,480 Do you have a heart? 127 00:13:42,470 --> 00:13:46,120 Eight years later. 128 00:13:51,200 --> 00:13:52,860 Move! 129 00:13:53,570 --> 00:13:56,640 Zheng, Yiren's son. 130 00:13:56,640 --> 00:13:58,360 Little Qin Dog is here. Let's beat him up. 131 00:13:58,360 --> 00:14:00,490 Beat him up! 132 00:14:01,310 --> 00:14:03,780 Beat him up! Beat him to death! 133 00:14:03,780 --> 00:14:06,290 Let go! 134 00:14:06,290 --> 00:14:07,480 Dan, Yang State Crown Prince. 135 00:14:07,480 --> 00:14:12,320 He is Yang State hostage. They are the same kind of people. 136 00:14:12,320 --> 00:14:14,230 Beat him to death! 137 00:14:14,230 --> 00:14:16,210 Quick run! 138 00:14:16,210 --> 00:14:18,250 Hurry. 139 00:14:20,790 --> 00:14:23,660 You bit them so ferociously. 140 00:14:25,600 --> 00:14:30,790 I'm telling you that the next time you get into a fight call for me. How did you forget again? 141 00:14:30,790 --> 00:14:34,410 They were trying to steal my pigeon. My mother caught that. 142 00:14:34,410 --> 00:14:37,250 Forget it, it's only a pigeon. 143 00:14:37,250 --> 00:14:39,700 Tomorrow I will catch one for you. 144 00:14:41,120 --> 00:14:43,070 Don't be sad anymore okay? 145 00:14:50,060 --> 00:14:52,860 That boy! Don't run! 146 00:14:52,860 --> 00:14:55,660 Stop right there! My vegetable. 147 00:14:55,660 --> 00:15:01,580 Stop right there! Don't run! 148 00:15:01,580 --> 00:15:04,240 Run quickly. 149 00:15:05,010 --> 00:15:06,690 Stop right there! 150 00:15:11,710 --> 00:15:14,670 Stop right there! What's wrong with you boy? 151 00:15:14,670 --> 00:15:17,730 Why did you steal? Who taught you to steal? 152 00:15:18,230 --> 00:15:19,420 What are you two doing? 153 00:15:19,420 --> 00:15:22,000 Stop! Why are you two hitting the kid? 154 00:15:22,000 --> 00:15:27,080 Look at it yourself, We worked hard to grow these vegetable. He destroyed them all. 155 00:15:27,080 --> 00:15:30,080 Also my gourd seedlings, he stepped on them all. 156 00:15:30,080 --> 00:15:32,860 Zheng'er, what is the matter with you? 157 00:15:32,860 --> 00:15:36,430 Didn't I warned you not to run around? 158 00:15:36,430 --> 00:15:38,070 Zheng'er. 159 00:15:43,780 --> 00:15:48,210 We will compensate back twice the worth for the items he destroyed. Don't scare the kid. 160 00:15:48,210 --> 00:15:49,920 This child is too mischievous. 161 00:15:49,920 --> 00:15:52,400 If you don't beat him up, he will turn bad. 162 00:15:53,690 --> 00:15:55,480 Thanks for your kind intentions. 163 00:15:55,480 --> 00:15:59,480 If he goes there to cause disturbance again, if do not scare him too much. 164 00:15:59,480 --> 00:16:04,360 Anything he destroy, just come to me. 165 00:16:05,290 --> 00:16:07,420 I will compensate for them. 166 00:16:09,830 --> 00:16:12,260 I've never seen people teach their kids in such manner. 167 00:16:12,260 --> 00:16:14,940 Spare the rod, spoil the child. 168 00:16:14,940 --> 00:16:17,570 That's right, too spoiled. 169 00:16:19,730 --> 00:16:24,990 Haolan, when I wanted to study medicine, I was beaten by my Dad for many times. 170 00:16:24,990 --> 00:16:28,300 The way you are teaching him, he will intensify and get more extreme. 171 00:16:28,300 --> 00:16:32,640 Zheng'er, why did you go into the field? 172 00:16:32,640 --> 00:16:34,260 It was fun. 173 00:16:35,040 --> 00:16:39,560 You went to the fields because you were curious. I don't blame you. 174 00:16:39,560 --> 00:16:44,090 But the farmers worked hard on their yields. It is not easy. 175 00:16:44,090 --> 00:16:46,330 If you ever damage crops and grains. 176 00:16:46,330 --> 00:16:50,790 You should come let me know. I will compensate people back. 177 00:16:50,790 --> 00:16:55,040 The food and fruits we eat daily, where do they come from? 178 00:16:55,040 --> 00:16:59,310 Next time I will show them to you one by one. 179 00:16:59,310 --> 00:17:02,330 No one teaches their kids like the way you do. 180 00:17:04,850 --> 00:17:08,410 - Were you beaten up by others again? - Yes. 181 00:17:09,600 --> 00:17:11,380 Where are you off to now? 182 00:17:11,380 --> 00:17:13,130 I will go beat up those bastards. 183 00:17:13,130 --> 00:17:16,510 They are so young and don't learn to be good. I need to teach them a lesson. 184 00:17:16,510 --> 00:17:19,280 If you go, that would be seen as big bullying smaller. 185 00:17:19,280 --> 00:17:23,410 Compare to them ganging up one person. What is the difference? 186 00:17:24,280 --> 00:17:26,290 Then what do you suggest? 187 00:17:27,560 --> 00:17:33,080 Zheng'er, starting tomorrow. I will ask General Gongsun to teach you martial arts 188 00:17:33,080 --> 00:17:36,360 so that you can protect yourself. How is it? 189 00:17:36,830 --> 00:17:41,110 I will make wild vegetable pancake and malt sugar. In the future bring some with you. 190 00:17:41,110 --> 00:17:44,190 When you see some kids, share with them. 191 00:17:44,190 --> 00:17:48,650 You can't do that! Those kids are bullies, and you're going to give them things to eat? 192 00:17:48,650 --> 00:17:50,800 What do kids know? 193 00:17:50,800 --> 00:17:54,170 The adults yelled at us and called us Qin robbers. The kids are only copying them. 194 00:17:54,170 --> 00:17:57,120 If you beat them up, will only intensify the situation. 195 00:17:57,120 --> 00:18:00,520 Why not use candy to lure them first, follow by fist to obtain awe. 196 00:18:00,520 --> 00:18:03,560 In the future they won't bully him anymore. 197 00:18:03,560 --> 00:18:06,870 That wretched Qin Royal Descendant, he probably forgot the two of you mother and son. 198 00:18:06,870 --> 00:18:11,210 If it wasn't for him, Zheng'er wouldn't suffer this at such young age. 199 00:18:12,020 --> 00:18:15,180 In my eyes, the worst is him! 200 00:18:15,180 --> 00:18:18,730 And that Lu Buwei! It's all because of his cold heart! 201 00:18:22,060 --> 00:18:26,200 I'm sorry, it's my fault for saying so. 202 00:18:26,200 --> 00:18:28,500 I shouldn't have randomly said those things. 203 00:18:28,500 --> 00:18:31,060 Forget it. I'm going out to sweep. 204 00:18:34,440 --> 00:18:38,620 How many times did I tell you to not fight? 205 00:18:42,960 --> 00:18:51,050 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 206 00:18:53,720 --> 00:18:57,460 Royal father, time to take your medicine. 207 00:18:59,120 --> 00:19:01,040 Royal father? 208 00:19:04,390 --> 00:19:09,200 Crown Prince, take a break, you've been keeping watch for three days now. 209 00:19:13,260 --> 00:19:15,340 Give it to me. 210 00:19:19,080 --> 00:19:22,140 Royal father can't bear for me to leave. 211 00:19:22,710 --> 00:19:26,590 It'll be hard on you. 212 00:19:27,500 --> 00:19:30,160 It'll be hard on you. 213 00:19:42,960 --> 00:19:48,590 To listen to woman's talk, land and country will get destroyed. 214 00:19:48,590 --> 00:19:52,190 What is there to be afraid of? It's only a woman. 215 00:19:52,190 --> 00:19:54,400 Just abrogate her. 216 00:19:56,690 --> 00:19:58,470 I... 217 00:20:03,910 --> 00:20:06,520 Your majesty. 218 00:20:06,520 --> 00:20:08,400 Quick, summon the Doctor! 219 00:20:14,730 --> 00:20:16,930 Your majesty, she is gone. 220 00:20:20,350 --> 00:20:22,470 Shrew! 221 00:20:22,470 --> 00:20:24,000 Your majesty. 222 00:20:47,490 --> 00:20:49,750 Your Highness. 223 00:20:50,600 --> 00:20:53,040 You have not eaten for the whole day. 224 00:20:53,040 --> 00:20:55,730 You should eat a bit. 225 00:20:58,620 --> 00:21:01,990 I...am feeling exceedingly troubled. 226 00:21:01,990 --> 00:21:05,890 I have no appetite for anything at all. 227 00:21:08,560 --> 00:21:10,650 What is this? 228 00:21:10,650 --> 00:21:13,140 What are you feeding me with? 229 00:21:13,140 --> 00:21:16,300 This is barley rice. 230 00:21:16,300 --> 00:21:17,740 Barley? 231 00:21:20,060 --> 00:21:22,510 My wife, what are you trying to do? 232 00:21:22,510 --> 00:21:24,580 In future, if I'm deposed, 233 00:21:24,580 --> 00:21:27,560 this will be the kind of plain food that I will be eating everyday. 234 00:21:27,560 --> 00:21:29,960 So I might as well start trying to eat them now. 235 00:21:29,960 --> 00:21:32,720 This is to prevent hardships in future. 236 00:21:32,720 --> 00:21:35,040 Enough, my wife. 237 00:21:35,040 --> 00:21:37,430 You should not make a fuss at a time like this. 238 00:21:37,430 --> 00:21:39,980 What are you really fussing about? 239 00:21:39,980 --> 00:21:43,120 Are you not planning to depose me? 240 00:21:43,120 --> 00:21:46,420 Nonsense. Do you know how much I care about you? 241 00:21:46,420 --> 00:21:48,120 Why would I depose you? 242 00:21:48,120 --> 00:21:52,410 If I depose you, where would I be able to find someone who cares about me so much in future? 243 00:21:52,410 --> 00:21:55,600 But, the old King of Qin State looks like he can't last much longer anymore. 244 00:21:55,600 --> 00:21:58,980 If his last words to you before he dies is for me to be deposed, 245 00:21:58,980 --> 00:22:01,440 you can't disagree with him, right? 246 00:22:03,540 --> 00:22:07,430 See, I knew it! 247 00:22:07,430 --> 00:22:10,230 Everyday, you tell me you favor me and love me. 248 00:22:10,230 --> 00:22:12,530 It's all a lie. 249 00:22:13,980 --> 00:22:16,050 Don't cry. 250 00:22:16,050 --> 00:22:20,790 My wife, please don't worry. I will definitely not depose you. 251 00:22:20,790 --> 00:22:25,640 If I depose you, will there be any meaning even if I became King of Qin State? 252 00:22:28,460 --> 00:22:30,730 Don't talk about whether Royal Father leaves any legency. 253 00:22:30,730 --> 00:22:33,120 Even if the rulers of the six countries come together, 254 00:22:33,120 --> 00:22:36,840 and put a sword to my head, I will definitely not agree. 255 00:22:38,520 --> 00:22:42,920 I want to grow old together with you. 256 00:22:43,810 --> 00:22:46,930 - Really? - Really. 257 00:22:48,240 --> 00:22:55,420 Then, will you back out of your promise to appoint Zichu as heir? 258 00:22:55,420 --> 00:22:59,460 My wife, the investiture of the Crown Prince is such an important matter, 259 00:22:59,460 --> 00:23:02,980 how can I go back on my promise? Really! 260 00:23:03,840 --> 00:23:07,660 Fine. You said you won't, so I'll believe you. 261 00:23:07,660 --> 00:23:11,050 Just now, the Front Palace send someone over for you. 262 00:23:11,050 --> 00:23:14,950 You are asked to go over to discuss important matters of the imperial court. 263 00:23:14,950 --> 00:23:19,090 Important matters of the imperial court. Important matters of the imperial court! 264 00:23:21,390 --> 00:23:24,840 The Front Palace has come to invite me. It must be an important matter if they invite me. 265 00:23:24,840 --> 00:23:27,590 Why didn't you say so earlier? 266 00:23:28,240 --> 00:23:29,570 I'll go and come back. 267 00:23:29,570 --> 00:23:34,660 Prince, if you go back on your promise, 268 00:23:34,660 --> 00:23:37,500 I will hang myself in Xianyang Palace. 269 00:23:37,500 --> 00:23:38,950 Be good. 270 00:23:38,950 --> 00:23:42,850 Why do you talk about dying on a bright day like this? It's unlucky! 271 00:23:42,850 --> 00:23:46,150 Don't worry. I'll go and come back. 272 00:24:00,590 --> 00:24:02,300 Men. 273 00:24:06,480 --> 00:24:08,420 Go and invite Zichu here. 274 00:24:08,420 --> 00:24:09,910 Yes. 275 00:24:13,250 --> 00:24:17,610 The King is gravely ill now. All the countries are being to stir restlessly. 276 00:24:17,610 --> 00:24:23,400 We are worried that when King rides the crane to the immortal world, 277 00:24:23,400 --> 00:24:25,530 there will be unrest in the country. 278 00:24:25,530 --> 00:24:30,860 We earnestly ask Prince to appoint an heir at the earliest possible time. 279 00:24:31,390 --> 00:24:33,070 You. 280 00:24:33,070 --> 00:24:35,200 What appointment of heir are you talking about? 281 00:24:35,200 --> 00:24:38,440 Isn't there a ready-made heir right now? 282 00:24:38,440 --> 00:24:42,960 We ask Prince to change and appoint Royal Descendant Zixi instead. 283 00:24:44,070 --> 00:24:46,720 You...what did you all say? 284 00:24:46,720 --> 00:24:51,170 We ask Prince to change and appoint Royal Descendant Zixi instead. 285 00:24:52,170 --> 00:24:56,100 But, isn't Zichu is the ready-made heir? 286 00:24:56,100 --> 00:25:00,970 Your Highness, Zichu is not the son of Lady Huayang. 287 00:25:00,970 --> 00:25:04,650 He has falsely taken the name of first born son. 288 00:25:04,650 --> 00:25:10,420 Now, everyone is talking about how the first born son is under the control of Huayang. 289 00:25:10,420 --> 00:25:14,320 In future, he will definitely be used by a woman. 290 00:25:14,320 --> 00:25:17,380 At that time, when the autocracy of the Queen Mother was announced, 291 00:25:17,380 --> 00:25:21,920 everyone under Heaven heard about Queen Mother Ranghou. 292 00:25:21,920 --> 00:25:23,610 No one knows about King of Qin State. 293 00:25:23,610 --> 00:25:26,470 We are worried that this old disaster will be re-enacted again. 294 00:25:26,470 --> 00:25:28,820 The majesty of the imperial family will be gone. 295 00:25:28,820 --> 00:25:34,250 For the sake of the words we have spoken today, we are willing to face execution tomorrow. 296 00:25:34,250 --> 00:25:37,270 For the future generations of the Great Qin State, 297 00:25:37,270 --> 00:25:40,990 we will have no reservations at all. 298 00:25:40,990 --> 00:25:44,580 We will have no reservations at all. 299 00:25:48,830 --> 00:25:51,090 Your Highness, Zixi has both integrity and talent. 300 00:25:51,090 --> 00:25:53,490 You should appoint Royal Descendant Zixi! 301 00:25:53,490 --> 00:25:56,650 That's right. Zixi should be appointed! 302 00:25:58,040 --> 00:26:01,850 Your Highness, this is the wish of the court officials. 303 00:26:01,850 --> 00:26:06,050 It is also the hope of all the people under Heaven! 304 00:26:06,050 --> 00:26:10,220 - Yes, Your Highness, what is said is correct. - Please appoint Zixi. 305 00:26:10,220 --> 00:26:13,730 Prince, this was sent this here just a moment ago by Madam. 306 00:26:16,050 --> 00:26:17,710 Go, go, go. 307 00:26:25,260 --> 00:26:29,790 Prince, if you go back on your promise, 308 00:26:29,790 --> 00:26:33,230 I will hang myself here in Xianyang Palace. 309 00:26:48,690 --> 00:26:53,110 Mother, perhaps the matter is not as serious as you assume. 310 00:26:53,110 --> 00:26:54,970 How many years has it been? 311 00:26:54,970 --> 00:26:59,390 How much money has Lü Buwei spent? How much thoughts has he exerted? 312 00:27:00,200 --> 00:27:04,480 Yet, all the civil and military ministers still will not relent at all. 313 00:27:04,480 --> 00:27:07,090 It is not that they don't love money. 314 00:27:07,090 --> 00:27:09,720 They hate me even more. 315 00:27:10,650 --> 00:27:12,930 Do you both know why? 316 00:27:12,930 --> 00:27:16,110 Because of the boundless favor and love Madam has received. 317 00:27:16,110 --> 00:27:18,840 Because of the luxurious houses and beautiful women of Lord Yangquan. 318 00:27:18,840 --> 00:27:23,030 Because of the mountains of gold and seas of silver of Lady Xuanhou. 319 00:27:23,030 --> 00:27:25,120 It's good that you know. 320 00:27:26,330 --> 00:27:30,680 The power of hate and revenge is much more than gold and money. 321 00:27:30,680 --> 00:27:33,630 Even though Prince has not yet relented now, 322 00:27:33,630 --> 00:27:35,680 but, from the way I see it, 323 00:27:35,680 --> 00:27:39,010 the his ears are weak. He will not be able to bear it for more than two days. 324 00:27:39,010 --> 00:27:44,260 Fan Ju made use of the infinite hatred the ministers have for you to successfully plot your abdication. 325 00:27:44,260 --> 00:27:48,670 But, there is only one king in the entire Qin State. 326 00:27:48,670 --> 00:27:51,140 Enough of what you said. 327 00:27:51,140 --> 00:27:56,990 He can't wait to banish me from Qin State, and then make decisions for Zichu. 328 00:27:59,470 --> 00:28:04,690 I seek Madam's permission to allow me to go and offer advice. 329 00:28:13,980 --> 00:28:21,210 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 330 00:28:24,110 --> 00:28:25,700 Your Majesty. 331 00:28:29,800 --> 00:28:31,420 Your Majesty. 332 00:28:45,260 --> 00:28:46,810 Your Majesty. 333 00:28:48,050 --> 00:28:51,350 Who are you? 334 00:28:51,350 --> 00:28:54,850 I, Lu Buwei, greets Your Majesty. 335 00:28:55,480 --> 00:28:57,490 Rise. 336 00:29:01,790 --> 00:29:03,720 Prince is unable to come. 337 00:29:03,720 --> 00:29:07,790 He is now blocked by Prime Minister and the rest in Song Stage Palace. 338 00:29:07,790 --> 00:29:11,020 They are forcing him to change and appoint Zixi as the heir. 339 00:29:11,020 --> 00:29:12,620 Abdication? 340 00:29:12,620 --> 00:29:15,970 Yes. Abdication. 341 00:29:16,920 --> 00:29:21,320 Rascal. Fool. Soft egg. 342 00:29:21,320 --> 00:29:26,660 The foundation of my Great Qin State will be ruined by him in a matter of time. 343 00:29:27,440 --> 00:29:30,290 Your Majesty ruled for fifty-five years. 344 00:29:30,290 --> 00:29:33,130 Hiding your light under a bushel, accumulating knowledge and delivering it slowly. 345 00:29:33,130 --> 00:29:38,640 In that time, you banished the four nobilities of Queen Mother, and gained control of the affairs of the Great Qin State. 346 00:29:38,640 --> 00:29:42,210 You elevated Fan Ju single handedly, and put Bai Qi in an important position. 347 00:29:42,210 --> 00:29:46,900 Bai Qi was killed by me. 348 00:29:46,900 --> 00:29:50,720 Fan Ju, it's going to be him soon. 349 00:29:51,410 --> 00:29:55,740 Prince has too much benevolent moral integrity. 350 00:29:55,740 --> 00:29:58,620 It is truly difficult for him to give orders to Bai Qi and Fan Ju. 351 00:29:58,620 --> 00:30:03,570 Prince has planned far ahead for the great undertaking of the Great Qin State. 352 00:30:03,570 --> 00:30:07,690 Among the important ministers and brothers, there's none that can't be killed. 353 00:30:08,270 --> 00:30:11,360 But, Zichu is different from Prince. 354 00:30:11,360 --> 00:30:16,540 He was held as a hostage for many years in Zhao State, enduring great humiliation and struggles. 355 00:30:16,540 --> 00:30:21,430 Returning to Qin State from Zhao State, he went through an exceedingly difficult journey before arriving here safely. 356 00:30:21,430 --> 00:30:24,060 He has a strong and persevering character, braver than other people. 357 00:30:24,060 --> 00:30:28,630 Even if it's luck, you still can't find one like that in ten thousand miles. 358 00:30:28,630 --> 00:30:34,330 Besides him, who can succeed the great undertaking of the Great Qin State? 359 00:30:34,330 --> 00:30:40,180 Are you not worried that he might become the puppet of Huayang? 360 00:30:40,180 --> 00:30:44,890 Does Your Majesty think that Zichu will become one? 361 00:30:47,320 --> 00:30:50,750 - Summon Zichu. - Yes. 362 00:30:50,750 --> 00:30:52,410 Wait! 363 00:30:54,590 --> 00:30:56,300 Come here. 364 00:31:08,310 --> 00:31:10,480 You leave first. 365 00:31:10,480 --> 00:31:12,430 I will leave first. 366 00:31:16,860 --> 00:31:18,550 Grandfather. 367 00:31:34,050 --> 00:31:36,930 Grandfather, do you know what your condition is now? 368 00:31:36,930 --> 00:31:40,710 The physician has instructed that you are not to eat this anymore. 369 00:31:53,330 --> 00:31:55,380 Fan Ju. 370 00:32:01,650 --> 00:32:03,650 Zixi. 371 00:32:09,950 --> 00:32:11,680 Huayang. 372 00:32:13,680 --> 00:32:17,460 I will remember what Grandfather has entrusted me to do. 373 00:32:29,150 --> 00:32:34,010 Lu Buwei. 374 00:32:57,720 --> 00:32:59,680 What are you doing here? 375 00:32:59,680 --> 00:33:01,560 I have come to visit Grandfather. 376 00:33:01,560 --> 00:33:06,350 I think you did it for your selfish desire, and come here to disturb Grandfather in his convalescence. 377 00:33:06,350 --> 00:33:08,220 All of you shut up! 378 00:33:10,620 --> 00:33:12,300 Grandfather. 379 00:33:18,150 --> 00:33:21,250 Doctor! Quick, summon the doctor! 380 00:33:21,250 --> 00:33:23,490 Why are all of you still standing here? Go and get the physician quickly! 381 00:33:23,490 --> 00:33:24,900 Yes. 382 00:33:26,310 --> 00:33:28,460 - Grandfather. - Who's that? 383 00:33:34,630 --> 00:33:37,390 Zixi, what are you trying to do? 384 00:33:37,390 --> 00:33:39,390 Someone has trespassed Heroic Six Palace. Go after him! 385 00:33:39,390 --> 00:33:40,880 Yes. 386 00:33:43,040 --> 00:33:45,550 You are the one who has trespassed. 387 00:33:45,550 --> 00:33:47,990 What are you going to do if it's me? 388 00:33:51,220 --> 00:33:53,330 Zichu. 389 00:33:55,590 --> 00:33:57,150 Grandfather! 390 00:34:00,510 --> 00:34:05,220 Grandfather! Grandfather! Grandfather! Grandfather! 391 00:34:21,520 --> 00:34:23,070 Where did he go? 392 00:34:25,680 --> 00:34:28,620 Royal Descendant, that person disappeared after running in here. 393 00:34:30,090 --> 00:34:32,180 Go, search inside here. 394 00:34:32,180 --> 00:34:35,260 This...is...Xuan... 395 00:34:55,370 --> 00:35:00,750 I was wondering who might it be who ruin my good thing. So it was you. 396 00:35:00,750 --> 00:35:03,850 Madam, why are you here? 397 00:35:03,850 --> 00:35:08,510 My sister and I chattered through the night, and I stayed overnight in the Palace. This is a normal occurrence. 398 00:35:08,510 --> 00:35:10,960 Why are you making a fuss out of nothing. 399 00:35:10,960 --> 00:35:15,270 Who is inside the tent? Soldier, court official, or... 400 00:35:15,270 --> 00:35:18,670 Why are you in such a hurry to meet your Uncle? 401 00:35:18,670 --> 00:35:21,730 Attendents! Take down this bed. 402 00:35:21,730 --> 00:35:26,360 I want to see who is befitting to be the uncle of the Royal Descendant of the Great Qin State! 403 00:35:26,360 --> 00:35:28,800 Let me see who dares to! 404 00:35:36,830 --> 00:35:41,810 aAttendents! Royal Descendant is forcing himself onto his auntie! This is a monstrous crime. 405 00:35:41,810 --> 00:35:43,750 Step aside. 406 00:35:43,750 --> 00:35:47,900 I am your elder, and also a widow. 407 00:35:47,900 --> 00:35:52,040 If news of this gets out tonight, don't talk about Royal Descendant becoming the King of Qin State, 408 00:35:52,040 --> 00:35:56,060 I'm afraid your reputation would first stink throughout the six states, 409 00:35:56,060 --> 00:35:58,180 and go down in history too. 410 00:35:58,180 --> 00:36:00,530 Then I'll have to kill you first. 411 00:36:00,530 --> 00:36:03,550 and then kill that adulterer inside. 412 00:36:03,550 --> 00:36:07,360 Both of you will be made to bear the crime of your filthy actions in the Palace. 413 00:36:09,480 --> 00:36:13,980 Royal Descendant, His...Majesty has passed away! 414 00:36:17,480 --> 00:36:21,300 Royal Descendant, go quickly. 415 00:36:21,300 --> 00:36:23,730 Go and show your filial piety as a grandson. 416 00:36:23,730 --> 00:36:28,130 If you are late in going, you will not get anything. 417 00:36:47,800 --> 00:36:50,220 Are you looking for this? 418 00:36:51,900 --> 00:36:56,530 I've saved your life. 419 00:36:56,530 --> 00:36:58,540 Are you not even going to thank me? 420 00:36:58,540 --> 00:37:00,360 I can't. 421 00:37:03,970 --> 00:37:07,410 Are you going to do it so lightly? 422 00:37:09,520 --> 00:37:11,480 Do not make a joke out of an important matter. 423 00:37:11,480 --> 00:37:13,910 There are many important matters. 424 00:37:13,910 --> 00:37:18,600 Which is real and which is fake? 425 00:37:22,330 --> 00:37:26,360 That item is more important than my life. 426 00:37:26,360 --> 00:37:32,960 That being so means that your life is within my hands. 427 00:37:34,820 --> 00:37:39,590 If you destroyed it, then, all the work we did before this is in vain. 428 00:37:44,060 --> 00:37:46,710 If this is so, 429 00:37:46,710 --> 00:37:52,950 Lü Buwei, then you really must seriously try to win me over. 430 00:38:25,580 --> 00:38:27,350 Thank you. 431 00:38:45,700 --> 00:38:48,870 His Majesty! 432 00:38:48,870 --> 00:38:52,310 His Majesty! 433 00:38:52,310 --> 00:38:54,860 His Majesty! 434 00:38:54,860 --> 00:38:57,220 His Majesty! 435 00:38:57,220 --> 00:38:59,430 His Majesty! 436 00:38:59,430 --> 00:39:01,000 His Majesty! 437 00:39:02,650 --> 00:39:05,720 Royal Father! 438 00:39:06,590 --> 00:39:11,260 What should I do now that you've left me all alone? 439 00:39:11,260 --> 00:39:13,420 Royal Father. 440 00:39:13,420 --> 00:39:15,760 Royal Father. 441 00:39:17,040 --> 00:39:18,950 Royal Father. 442 00:39:18,950 --> 00:39:23,430 Prince, this is the mourning period. We can only discuss matters related to the funeral. 443 00:39:23,430 --> 00:39:28,320 But, the Great Qin State can't be without a ruler for even one day. 444 00:39:28,320 --> 00:39:32,430 The appointment of the heir is an important matter. It can't be delayed. 445 00:39:32,430 --> 00:39:34,800 What nonsense are you talking about? 446 00:39:34,800 --> 00:39:38,660 Didn't you said so just now, that we are in the mourning period? 447 00:39:38,660 --> 00:39:41,630 Besides matters pertaining to the funeral, we shall not discuss other matters. 448 00:39:41,630 --> 00:39:48,090 Even if the matter is as great as Heaven, it can only be discussed after the mourning period for my Royal Father. 449 00:39:48,090 --> 00:39:51,380 Royal Father. 450 00:39:51,380 --> 00:39:57,040 That year, when King Wu passed away, the two Princes fought for power and the ministers ruled as their wished. 451 00:39:57,040 --> 00:40:00,290 The Great Qin State was in turbulence, and all the people were panicking. 452 00:40:00,290 --> 00:40:05,250 It was only when the status of the king was confirmed that the unrest subsided. 453 00:40:05,250 --> 00:40:07,430 Now, that former matter is being en-acted again. 454 00:40:07,430 --> 00:40:11,190 In order to prevent the country from being thrown into a state of chaos, it is better to appoint the heircas soon as possible. 455 00:40:11,190 --> 00:40:15,280 That was because the country did not have a king then, resulting in the struggle for power. 456 00:40:15,280 --> 00:40:20,400 Now, Prince has assumed the command of the state affairs, which is perfectly legitimate. Why are all of you still afraid? 457 00:40:22,760 --> 00:40:26,420 The ministers are in a hurry to appoint the heir. If news of this spreads out, 458 00:40:26,420 --> 00:40:28,620 the people under Heaven would laugh at us, the Great Qin, 459 00:40:28,620 --> 00:40:31,460 for lacking in understanding of customs and rules with the partriarchal clan governing the order of succession. 460 00:40:31,460 --> 00:40:35,400 Lord Lü, what do you mean by your words? 461 00:40:36,190 --> 00:40:40,300 Actually, all of you need not be troubled by the matter of appointing the heir. 462 00:40:40,300 --> 00:40:44,150 His Majesty has much earlier written a posthumous edict, 463 00:40:44,150 --> 00:40:48,530 stating that Royal Descendant Zichu should be heir to succeed the undertakings of the Great Qin State. 464 00:40:50,660 --> 00:40:53,680 Where did this posthumous edict come from? 465 00:40:53,680 --> 00:40:57,210 Prime Minister, please take a good look. 466 00:40:57,210 --> 00:41:00,960 Is this the handwriting of His Majesty on it? 467 00:41:19,900 --> 00:41:21,720 Yes. 468 00:41:21,720 --> 00:41:24,370 Is there the stamp of the King of Qin State? 469 00:41:26,100 --> 00:41:27,580 Yes. 470 00:41:27,580 --> 00:41:32,040 Since this is the handwriting of the King of Qin State, and also has the stamp of the King, 471 00:41:32,040 --> 00:41:35,960 why is Prime Minister suspicious for no reason? 472 00:41:37,060 --> 00:41:43,160 Royal Descendant Zichu is the son of Madam Huayang, the legitimate heir. 473 00:41:43,160 --> 00:41:47,070 It is within reason for him to succeed as Prince. 474 00:41:47,070 --> 00:41:49,770 This posthumous edict is the evidence. 475 00:41:50,860 --> 00:41:52,790 Prince. 476 00:41:53,660 --> 00:41:58,010 Everyone stubbornly persist in own opinions, are you attempting to disobey the edict ? 477 00:42:05,800 --> 00:42:09,690 Father, although Grandfather left a will to name me heir, 478 00:42:09,690 --> 00:42:12,760 many officials have their hearts set on Older Brother and have been criticising this order. 479 00:42:12,760 --> 00:42:17,570 To maintain stability in court, I dare not accept this order. 480 00:42:17,570 --> 00:42:20,880 I beg Father to change the heir to Older Brother instead. 481 00:42:20,880 --> 00:42:24,250 Nonsense! You are being muddle-headed! 482 00:42:24,250 --> 00:42:29,330 All of you look at this clearly. My Royal Father already had a will written. 483 00:42:29,330 --> 00:42:35,130 Whoever dares defy the will of the Emperor of Qin, you will be executed for rebellion! 484 00:42:37,920 --> 00:42:43,870 Father. Zichu has high morals and has been modest. 485 00:42:43,870 --> 00:42:47,680 I dare not defy Grandfather's will. 486 00:42:47,680 --> 00:42:52,260 In future, the title of Crown Prince is only fit for Zichu. 487 00:42:52,260 --> 00:42:54,980 I will put in all my effort to support him, 488 00:42:54,980 --> 00:42:57,540 to help Great Qin flourish. 489 00:42:57,540 --> 00:43:02,400 Have you heard that? Stop causing trouble! 490 00:43:02,400 --> 00:43:05,310 From now onwards, let us focus on carrying out the funeral. 491 00:43:05,310 --> 00:43:08,340 As for other matters, no one is allowed to speak of them! 492 00:43:08,340 --> 00:43:11,180 We will obey the Crown Prince's orders. 493 00:43:12,530 --> 00:43:15,190 Are you still calling him Crown Prince? 494 00:43:20,630 --> 00:43:24,480 We obey His Majesty's orders. 495 00:43:25,620 --> 00:43:28,800 Royal Father. 496 00:43:29,840 --> 00:43:32,940 Royal Father. 497 00:43:34,630 --> 00:43:44,420 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 498 00:43:44,420 --> 00:43:46,430 ~ Immortalization by Gao Yu'er ~ 499 00:43:46,430 --> 00:43:52,020 ♫ Where have the surging clouds and the rising winds gone? ♫ 500 00:43:52,020 --> 00:43:57,690 ♫ Do not grieve over the separation because of being forced to move and wander ♫ 501 00:43:57,690 --> 00:44:03,320 ♫ In this lifetime, we will keep on seeking because of love ♫ 502 00:44:03,320 --> 00:44:09,030 ♫ It’s difficult to reminisce about the splendid times that slipped away ♫ 503 00:44:09,030 --> 00:44:11,740 ♫ In retrospection with a faint smile, that beautiful countenance caused the city's downfall ♫ 504 00:44:11,740 --> 00:44:14,680 ♫ And a sweeping upheaval all across the vast nation ♫ 505 00:44:14,680 --> 00:44:17,530 ♫ In a dimming dream of an illusionary bright moon ♫ 506 00:44:17,530 --> 00:44:20,320 ♫ We have given our promises to each other in this lifetime ♫ 507 00:44:20,320 --> 00:44:23,110 ♫ In the complete decline of prosperity, watching the passing of thousands of sails ♫ 508 00:44:23,110 --> 00:44:25,960 ♫ With affection, perhaps we could wait to be connected again ♫ 509 00:44:25,960 --> 00:44:28,760 ♫ Like the zither and the harp that play in perfect harmony, let’s grasp each other's hand to stay together ♫ 510 00:44:28,760 --> 00:44:34,990 ♫ Wishing for you and me to be immortalized with the wind... ♫ 511 00:44:54,100 --> 00:44:56,990 ♫ In retrospection with a faint smile, that beautiful countenance caused the city's downfall ♫ 512 00:44:56,990 --> 00:44:59,860 ♫ And a sweeping upheaval all across the vast nation ♫ 513 00:44:59,860 --> 00:45:02,600 ♫ In a dimming dream of an illusionary bright moon ♫ 514 00:45:02,600 --> 00:45:05,490 ♫ We have given our promises to each other in this lifetime ♫ 515 00:45:05,490 --> 00:45:08,270 ♫ In the complete decline of prosperity, watching the passing of thousands of sails ♫ 516 00:45:08,270 --> 00:45:11,090 ♫ With affection, perhaps we could wait to be connected again ♫ 517 00:45:11,090 --> 00:45:13,970 ♫ Like the zither and the harp that play in perfect harmony, let’s grasp each other's hand to stay together ♫ 518 00:45:13,970 --> 00:45:21,020 ♫ Wishing for you and me to be immortalized with the wind... ♫