1 00:01:50,010 --> 00:01:51,044 Your Majesty! 2 00:01:51,845 --> 00:01:52,579 Your Majesty! 3 00:01:52,713 --> 00:01:55,382 Your Highness! Your Highness! 4 00:01:58,518 --> 00:02:01,989 You look anxious, my dear. What happened? 5 00:02:04,758 --> 00:02:12,633 Your Majesty, I'm a sinful woman! I'm here to ask you to punish me, 6 00:02:12,699 --> 00:02:19,072 abolish my title, and demote me to commoner status! 7 00:02:22,676 --> 00:02:26,947 Why do you call yourself a sinful woman? What did you do? 8 00:02:28,415 --> 00:02:31,885 I came here for the conspiracy case. 9 00:02:32,085 --> 00:02:37,290 I've been blessed with your love over ten years of my life in the Palace. 10 00:02:37,391 --> 00:02:39,126 But despite my privileged position, 11 00:02:39,192 --> 00:02:43,764 I've failed in my duty to give birth to a prince. 12 00:02:45,532 --> 00:02:49,436 I was inflated with pride and blinded by small matters. 13 00:02:49,536 --> 00:02:54,441 A while ago I wrongly blamed Consort Yang for Consort Liu's miscarriage, 14 00:02:54,574 --> 00:02:59,980 and falsely accused Cairen Wu of causing Jieyu Zheng's death! 15 00:03:01,948 --> 00:03:06,520 I know I have lost your favour! 16 00:03:07,254 --> 00:03:13,260 Just recently Consort Yin was engaged in a conspiracy to seize the throne! 17 00:03:13,527 --> 00:03:18,932 I failed to bring the truth out and share your worries! 18 00:03:19,066 --> 00:03:21,001 I don't deserve my title! 19 00:03:23,737 --> 00:03:27,074 Please bestow punishment on me! 20 00:03:27,874 --> 00:03:33,480 But I hope you can have mercy on Consort Yin! 21 00:03:40,420 --> 00:03:41,588 Your Majesty, 22 00:03:41,722 --> 00:03:43,957 Honourable Zhangsun wanted to request an audience, 23 00:03:44,024 --> 00:03:48,161 but upon realising that Their Highnesses were here, 24 00:03:48,295 --> 00:03:53,700 he asked me to tell you he would come back another time. 25 00:03:55,001 --> 00:03:57,671 It's bustling in here today. 26 00:03:58,138 --> 00:04:03,777 I believe Fuji also came to talk about Consort Yin. 27 00:04:03,910 --> 00:04:07,080 Bring him in. Why bother finding another time? 28 00:04:07,314 --> 00:04:08,849 Tell Fuji to come in. 29 00:04:08,949 --> 00:04:10,350 Yes, Your Majesty. 30 00:04:12,119 --> 00:04:17,724 Honourable Zhangsun has been granted an audience with His Majesty! 31 00:04:22,329 --> 00:04:25,499 Please rise, my dear. Be seated. 32 00:04:26,333 --> 00:04:28,068 Thank you, Your Majesty. 33 00:04:34,574 --> 00:04:37,911 Your Majesty. 34 00:04:40,180 --> 00:04:41,748 Please rise. 35 00:04:41,882 --> 00:04:43,750 Thank you, Your Majesty. 36 00:04:46,086 --> 00:04:50,323 Greetings, Your Highnesses. 37 00:04:52,292 --> 00:04:53,193 Fuji. 38 00:04:53,293 --> 00:04:54,227 Yes, Your Majesty. 39 00:04:54,361 --> 00:04:57,764 Are you here because of Consort Yin? 40 00:04:58,131 --> 00:04:59,199 Yes. 41 00:04:59,833 --> 00:05:06,439 Coincidentally, my beloved consorts came here for the same reason. 42 00:05:06,540 --> 00:05:12,112 You may want to hear what they think about this matter. 43 00:05:12,846 --> 00:05:19,619 Your Majesty, the case of Consort Yin and Yin Hongzhi is a state affair. 44 00:05:19,953 --> 00:05:24,958 I think it's better if the Harem stays out of this. 45 00:05:35,368 --> 00:05:42,008 Your Majesty, we're talking about Consort Yin here. 46 00:05:42,142 --> 00:05:48,481 Anything related to her is directly related to the Harem. 47 00:05:48,615 --> 00:05:55,388 Cairen Wu, His Majesty and I are discussing a state affair. 48 00:05:58,291 --> 00:06:01,761 I think Cairen Wu has a point. 49 00:06:01,828 --> 00:06:05,665 The conspiracy case is directly related to the Harem. 50 00:06:06,499 --> 00:06:12,105 Your Majesty, Consort Yang and I are 1st ranked Imperial Consorts. 51 00:06:12,205 --> 00:06:16,309 We should have a say in the case of Consort Yin. 52 00:06:16,977 --> 00:06:21,414 Fuji, what you said made a lot of sense. 53 00:06:21,548 --> 00:06:25,151 The conspiracy case of Yin Hongzhi is a state affair, 54 00:06:25,619 --> 00:06:32,025 but since Consort Yin was involved in it, it's also a family affair. 55 00:06:34,694 --> 00:06:39,766 Your Majesty, since you said so, I shall obey your decree. 56 00:06:41,801 --> 00:06:43,336 Your Majesty. 57 00:06:51,278 --> 00:06:55,615 Your Majesty, Consort Yin and the two of us 58 00:06:55,815 --> 00:07:00,487 have served as Imperial Consorts over the past decades. 59 00:07:00,587 --> 00:07:04,891 Some people might not understand her, but we knew her well enough. 60 00:07:06,526 --> 00:07:10,397 Prince of Qi was separated from her when he was little. 61 00:07:10,530 --> 00:07:16,202 Who could understand her pain and suffering as a mother? 62 00:07:16,836 --> 00:07:23,310 Her only hope had always been for Prince of Qi to return to Chang'an 63 00:07:23,410 --> 00:07:26,746 so that he could serve her and take care of her. 64 00:07:26,913 --> 00:07:30,951 Zhang Gong-Gong and Honourable Yin deserve to die a thousand deaths, 65 00:07:32,852 --> 00:07:36,957 but whatever Consort Yin did, please think of her 66 00:07:37,190 --> 00:07:42,262 as a heartbroken mother fallen into the wrong path. 67 00:07:42,529 --> 00:07:46,132 For all the years of marriage, 68 00:07:46,466 --> 00:07:53,373 please make an exception and grant Consort Yin a good ending! 69 00:08:00,180 --> 00:08:02,215 Sis! 70 00:08:14,594 --> 00:08:16,796 Have mercy, Your Majesty! 71 00:08:33,346 --> 00:08:35,515 Please rise, my dears. 72 00:08:38,852 --> 00:08:41,955 This sisterhood didn't come easy. 73 00:08:43,156 --> 00:08:47,694 I spent 20 years with Consort Yin. I'm not a merciless man. 74 00:08:48,161 --> 00:08:54,567 If I hadn't sent Prince of Qi away and kept them apart for 10 years, 75 00:08:54,701 --> 00:08:59,339 Consort Yin wouldn't have been used by her brother and left with no choice. 76 00:08:59,439 --> 00:09:04,077 After all, I let Consort Yin down first. 77 00:09:10,216 --> 00:09:11,351 Fuji. 78 00:09:11,484 --> 00:09:12,552 Yes, Your Majesty. 79 00:09:12,719 --> 00:09:20,994 I have decided not to reveal this matter and give Consort Yin a dignified ceremony. 80 00:09:21,761 --> 00:09:24,397 As you wish, Your Majesty. 81 00:09:31,171 --> 00:09:34,841 You beat me to it today. 82 00:09:36,676 --> 00:09:42,782 You gave a beautiful speech. How did I beat you to it? 83 00:09:43,383 --> 00:09:47,220 If I were you, I would be careful with Wu Meiniang. 84 00:09:47,353 --> 00:09:51,024 You saw how she argued with Honourable Zhangsun. 85 00:09:51,157 --> 00:09:56,529 Either she is stupid and ill-mannered or politically savvy. 86 00:09:56,629 --> 00:10:03,203 You seem to be helping her grow, but she may turn against you one day. 87 00:10:03,336 --> 00:10:08,975 Even if we join hands then, we may still lose to her. 88 00:10:10,643 --> 00:10:13,680 Sis, you're simply thinking too much. 89 00:10:13,780 --> 00:10:17,283 She was only doing it out of love. 90 00:10:18,084 --> 00:10:19,986 Your Highness, please wait! 91 00:10:22,755 --> 00:10:27,193 Your Highness, I have a message from His Majesty. 92 00:10:27,327 --> 00:10:31,731 His Majesty said it wasn't easy for you to manage the Harem well all these years. 93 00:10:31,831 --> 00:10:37,170 Occasional mistakes were inevitable, so you should stop blaming yourself. 94 00:10:37,303 --> 00:10:42,942 His Majesty also said he would see you in Qianxiang Palace in a few days. 95 00:10:45,778 --> 00:10:49,716 Thank you, Gong-Gong. Please pass my gratitude to His Majesty. 96 00:10:49,949 --> 00:10:53,920 I will be waiting for His Majesty in Qianxiang Palace. 97 00:10:54,020 --> 00:10:59,859 I will certainly pass on the message. Your Highnesses, please excuse me. 98 00:11:07,734 --> 00:11:13,540 It's normal that His Majesty is fascinated by new things sometimes, 99 00:11:13,706 --> 00:11:19,112 but true love is like flowing water that never goes stale. 100 00:11:30,190 --> 00:11:37,030 Fuji, do you know on the night of the assassin 101 00:11:37,664 --> 00:11:43,536 Hao Gong-Gong from Chenxi Palace went to the Eastern Palace alone. 102 00:11:43,670 --> 00:11:52,345 He had a long talk with the Prince before he tried to attack him. 103 00:11:52,412 --> 00:12:03,256 Yes, Your Majesty. I also know the Prince didn't let us down. 104 00:12:12,065 --> 00:12:14,267 Has you'er been found yet? 105 00:12:14,567 --> 00:12:16,636 Not at the moment. 106 00:12:17,637 --> 00:12:20,139 I decree and command that, 107 00:12:20,273 --> 00:12:25,144 whoever finds you'er shall not hurt him in any way. 108 00:12:26,279 --> 00:12:28,481 I hope he is safe. 109 00:12:28,581 --> 00:12:30,183 Yes, Your Majesty. 110 00:12:41,694 --> 00:12:45,298 Sire, Cairen Wu requests an audience. 111 00:12:45,431 --> 00:12:49,369 I said I didn't want to see anyone tonight. 112 00:12:49,702 --> 00:12:53,740 Yes, that's what I told Cairen Wu, 113 00:12:53,906 --> 00:13:04,050 but she said she would be waiting outside until you were willing to see her. 114 00:13:08,788 --> 00:13:13,092 Never mind. Send her in. 115 00:13:13,192 --> 00:13:16,529 Yes, Your Majesty. 116 00:13:39,485 --> 00:13:41,220 Your Majesty. 117 00:13:41,587 --> 00:13:43,022 You may rise. 118 00:13:45,692 --> 00:13:49,095 Why must you see me tonight? 119 00:13:52,398 --> 00:13:57,103 Your Majesty, could I ask you to grant me a wish? 120 00:13:57,737 --> 00:14:01,741 Since when did you start talking to me formally? 121 00:14:01,874 --> 00:14:04,344 Go ahead and tell me your wish. 122 00:14:04,477 --> 00:14:09,749 I'm begging you to spare the life of Prince of Qi! 123 00:14:12,118 --> 00:14:17,990 You heard what Honourable Zhangsun said today. 124 00:14:18,124 --> 00:14:20,927 The Harem should stay out of state affairs. 125 00:14:21,327 --> 00:14:28,067 Attempt to usurp the throne is felony. Most would avoid it like the plague. 126 00:14:29,669 --> 00:14:32,805 What gives you the courage to plead for him? 127 00:14:33,306 --> 00:14:38,745 I know I'm being rash! I shouldn't be pleading for Prince of Qi! 128 00:14:39,145 --> 00:14:48,588 However, I couldn't bear the thought... 129 00:14:49,489 --> 00:14:55,561 I couldn't turn down a dying request from a mother! 130 00:14:55,895 --> 00:14:59,399 Your Majesty, please! 131 00:15:03,569 --> 00:15:05,972 I can't grant your wish. 132 00:15:06,038 --> 00:15:07,673 Why? 133 00:15:13,045 --> 00:15:17,583 I was just informed that today at 11 a.m. 134 00:15:17,683 --> 00:15:23,189 the rebel army in Qizhou was exterminated before Tong Pass. 135 00:15:24,023 --> 00:15:28,194 You'er was killed by Yin Hongzhi. 136 00:15:28,694 --> 00:15:30,129 What? 137 00:16:07,767 --> 00:16:15,174 Come on! Li you's head is right here! Come and take it if you can! 138 00:16:19,979 --> 00:16:22,782 Prince of Qi, please drop your weapon and go back to Chang'an with us! 139 00:16:22,849 --> 00:16:26,586 I'm going to die either way! What's the difference? 140 00:16:26,819 --> 00:16:27,920 His Majesty has issued a decree 141 00:16:28,020 --> 00:16:31,624 that your life will be spared if you return to Chang'an! 142 00:16:32,792 --> 00:16:34,460 It's a liel 143 00:16:34,594 --> 00:16:37,563 Here's the pardon decree! Please read it! 144 00:17:04,991 --> 00:17:06,792 Yin Hongzhi! 145 00:17:12,532 --> 00:17:17,203 I'm a dying man! I certainly wouldn't mind dying earlier! 146 00:17:17,303 --> 00:17:18,504 You... 147 00:17:20,573 --> 00:17:27,780 Tell Li Shimin although I couldn't kill him, I killed his son! I killed his son! 148 00:17:27,914 --> 00:17:29,115 How dare you! 149 00:17:35,621 --> 00:17:41,561 Li Shimin, you didn't beat me! You didn't beat me! 150 00:18:15,394 --> 00:18:22,668 You'er grew up in Qizhou. I rarely saw him. 151 00:18:24,003 --> 00:18:28,808 I didn't know how tall he was, whether he was thin or fat. 152 00:18:28,975 --> 00:18:32,845 I don't even remember his face. 153 00:18:36,916 --> 00:18:41,621 I'm sure he couldn't forgive me even when he died. 154 00:18:45,358 --> 00:18:47,960 I remember when I was a kid, 155 00:18:48,060 --> 00:18:53,733 my father would take me ice fishing on those cold nights. 156 00:18:53,833 --> 00:18:56,802 We would walk on the glacier. 157 00:18:56,936 --> 00:19:00,906 One night, it was extremely cold. I was chilled to the bone. 158 00:19:01,007 --> 00:19:06,946 I couldn't stop crying, but my father kept walking in front of me. 159 00:19:07,079 --> 00:19:11,717 No matter how hard I cried, he didn't turn to look at me. 160 00:19:12,652 --> 00:19:14,754 I thought to myself, 161 00:19:15,221 --> 00:19:22,328 "Does my father hate me? Otherwise, why would he be so cruel?" 162 00:19:23,929 --> 00:19:28,200 But later on when I ran into danger, 163 00:19:28,334 --> 00:19:35,141 I realised my father was training me to be strong and resolute. 164 00:19:35,508 --> 00:19:39,245 He never spoiled me like my mother did, 165 00:19:39,512 --> 00:19:45,785 but he taught me to stay strong and perseverant as I grew older. 166 00:19:48,387 --> 00:19:51,557 I can't be compared to your father. 167 00:19:52,124 --> 00:19:56,395 I was much crueler to you'er. 168 00:19:56,595 --> 00:20:03,703 I banished him to Qizhou and forced him down the path to ruin. 169 00:20:04,203 --> 00:20:08,207 Your Majesty, who was Yin Hongzhi? 170 00:20:08,340 --> 00:20:12,878 Why did Prince of Qi leave the Palace and go to Qizhou? 171 00:20:15,514 --> 00:20:20,586 In the previous dynasty, there was a general named Yin Shishi. 172 00:20:20,720 --> 00:20:24,590 In 617, I led an army to attack Chang'an. 173 00:20:24,790 --> 00:20:30,596 He ordered a halt, killed my little brother, and dug up our ancestral graves. 174 00:20:30,730 --> 00:20:32,531 How could he be so cold-hearted? 175 00:20:34,667 --> 00:20:40,906 Chang'an was taken. Yan Shishi died, leaving his son and daughter behind. 176 00:20:41,107 --> 00:20:45,945 Zhangsun Wuji and others supported executing his children, 177 00:20:46,145 --> 00:20:50,316 but I stood my ground against them and married Yin's daughter, 178 00:20:50,416 --> 00:20:58,724 which was Consort Yin. One year later, she gave birth to my son, you'er. 179 00:20:59,125 --> 00:21:05,765 Yin Hongzhi was Consort Yin's older brother and Yin Shishi's only son left in the world. 180 00:21:05,898 --> 00:21:08,567 The birth of you'er was an accident. 181 00:21:09,535 --> 00:21:16,075 I kept him away from Chang'an and the throne to ensure his safety. 182 00:21:16,308 --> 00:21:20,746 I thought I had everything under control, 183 00:21:21,147 --> 00:21:32,491 but I was the one who caused the tragedy, putting my son on the path to ruin. 184 00:21:57,583 --> 00:22:11,397 Your Majesty, I can feel your pain. Please let me stay here with you. 185 00:22:27,780 --> 00:22:31,817 Aunt, why did you ask to see me? 186 00:22:32,551 --> 00:22:33,752 Sit down. 187 00:22:41,327 --> 00:22:43,495 Consort Yin is gone. 188 00:22:44,897 --> 00:22:47,900 This is our best chance. 189 00:22:48,234 --> 00:22:51,370 Be careful with your diet and daily routine. 190 00:22:51,503 --> 00:22:55,608 You want to look your best when you see His Majesty. 191 00:22:58,544 --> 00:23:04,250 After all that's happened, can I still get a chance to see His Majesty? 192 00:23:04,383 --> 00:23:10,389 Now I even have to bow to Wu Meiniang when I see her! 193 00:23:10,489 --> 00:23:13,893 So, you're just going to give up 194 00:23:13,993 --> 00:23:17,630 and bow to Wu Meiniang for the rest of your life? 195 00:23:17,696 --> 00:23:27,573 No way! Aunt, do you really think I can win His Majesty back? 196 00:23:29,942 --> 00:23:38,083 Of course. Even I can't resist your beauty, not to mention a man. 197 00:23:39,318 --> 00:23:44,890 His Majesty will see you sooner or later. Let me give you a treasure. 198 00:23:54,166 --> 00:23:55,701 Come on. 199 00:24:03,642 --> 00:24:05,611 What's this? 200 00:24:05,878 --> 00:24:11,483 Phoenix and unicorn pill. It works like a miracle. 201 00:24:11,617 --> 00:24:17,723 Take one before you serve His Majesty. It can help you get pregnant fast. 202 00:24:22,294 --> 00:24:27,900 But how can I get a chance to serve His Majesty? 203 00:24:32,504 --> 00:24:37,943 In the harem, people are either cold or indifferent. 204 00:24:38,077 --> 00:24:41,780 They praise the winners and rarely lend a hand to those in trouble. 205 00:24:41,914 --> 00:24:46,151 Only a few of them can understand His Majesty. 206 00:24:46,318 --> 00:24:52,558 For the sake of your future, I wouldn't mind doing you a favour. 207 00:25:07,840 --> 00:25:09,341 Jieyu Xu. 208 00:25:09,742 --> 00:25:10,976 Lin Gong-Gong. 209 00:25:11,543 --> 00:25:15,147 Lin Gong-Gong, this is... 210 00:25:15,247 --> 00:25:18,751 You're interested in Wang Youjun's calligraphy, right? 211 00:25:18,851 --> 00:25:23,255 I brought you all the genuine works of Wang Youjun inside Imperial Library, 212 00:25:23,389 --> 00:25:26,959 including His Majesty's favourite "Lanting Xu". 213 00:25:32,364 --> 00:25:35,634 Lin Gong-Gong, but didn't you say 214 00:25:35,768 --> 00:25:39,371 no one could see any of the genuine works without His Majesty's permission? 215 00:25:40,472 --> 00:25:45,411 That's just a way to brush off pretentious concubines. 216 00:25:45,544 --> 00:25:49,248 I wouldn't compare you to those women. 217 00:25:49,348 --> 00:25:54,453 Jieyu Xu, if you wish to see any genuine works inside Imperial Library, 218 00:25:54,553 --> 00:25:56,188 just let me know. 219 00:25:58,624 --> 00:26:00,292 Thank you, Lin Gong-Gong. 220 00:26:02,227 --> 00:26:08,233 If there's anything you need in the future, I'll try my best to help. 221 00:26:08,400 --> 00:26:12,438 Such a pleasure talking to you! I'll gladly accept your offer! 222 00:26:12,571 --> 00:26:21,780 I would appreciate it if you could put in a good word for me with His Majesty. 223 00:26:23,348 --> 00:26:26,151 Lin Gong-Gong, why would you say that? 224 00:26:26,251 --> 00:26:30,722 His Majesty hasn't summoned me for months. 225 00:26:30,989 --> 00:26:36,795 I can only spend every day studying and idle away my time here. 226 00:26:37,696 --> 00:26:42,434 I can't even see His Majesty. How can I possibly help you? 227 00:26:43,869 --> 00:26:46,071 That was then, this is now. 228 00:26:46,205 --> 00:26:52,144 Wu Meiniang is like a sister to you, right? She's doing really well these days. 229 00:26:52,277 --> 00:26:59,651 When someone is enlightened, his pets also ascend to Paradise. 230 00:27:00,819 --> 00:27:02,554 Pets? 231 00:27:03,288 --> 00:27:07,793 I didn't mean to be rude! Please forgive me, Jieyu Xu! 232 00:27:32,050 --> 00:27:35,320 Master, you lead a reclusive life near the mountains and waters. 233 00:27:35,387 --> 00:27:38,624 This kind of satisfaction can't be achieved in the Palace. 234 00:27:38,690 --> 00:27:42,861 I eat simple food and barely have enough to wear. 235 00:27:42,961 --> 00:27:48,700 Satisfaction? Not really, but at least I can be myself. 236 00:27:50,202 --> 00:27:52,638 (Yuan Tiangang, astronomer) 237 00:27:52,771 --> 00:27:55,774 Since you know how I feel, why don't you stop bothering me with imperial affairs? 238 00:27:55,941 --> 00:27:59,044 I don't practise Taoism to keep myself safe or attain immortality. 239 00:27:59,178 --> 00:28:02,414 It's for the benefits of our country and people's wellbeing. 240 00:28:03,315 --> 00:28:05,717 Over more than 20 years of practice, 241 00:28:05,784 --> 00:28:08,921 you should have learned what it means to go against Heaven's plan. 242 00:28:08,987 --> 00:28:13,725 When the rain must fall, the wind must blow, what can we do? 243 00:28:14,793 --> 00:28:16,595 I can't tell you too much 244 00:28:16,695 --> 00:28:21,300 as I just don't want you to go against Heaven's will or cause more bloodshed. 245 00:28:21,366 --> 00:28:26,438 It will only benefit our country and our people! Please, Master! 246 00:28:29,708 --> 00:28:31,510 You're a good man. 247 00:28:31,610 --> 00:28:36,949 What I don't like is you always act like a great Taoist putting his country first. 248 00:28:37,216 --> 00:28:42,721 The use of astronomy only gives us a sneak peek into Heaven's plan. 249 00:28:42,854 --> 00:28:45,924 If you attempt to change anything, even the smallest mistake 250 00:28:46,024 --> 00:28:49,027 can take thousands of lives away. 251 00:28:49,127 --> 00:28:53,999 Assisting a great statesman with what I learn is the right thing to do. 252 00:28:54,066 --> 00:28:58,270 It's been over 10 years since I entered Astronomy Bureau in the reign of Zhenguan. 253 00:28:58,370 --> 00:29:01,974 Status, wealth, and personal safety have never been my interests. 254 00:29:06,411 --> 00:29:08,313 Goodbye, Master. 255 00:29:12,718 --> 00:29:18,890 My stubborn pupil is yet to be enlightened. 256 00:29:35,340 --> 00:29:37,009 Venus? 257 00:29:40,412 --> 00:29:45,183 The Tang Dynasty is flourishing. Why would it appear in daylight? 258 00:29:53,458 --> 00:29:55,127 What a strange coincidence! 259 00:29:55,227 --> 00:30:00,132 This is the first time His Majesty has missed the morning assembly. 260 00:30:00,766 --> 00:30:05,370 Honourable Wei, what do you think about this phenomenon? 261 00:30:06,638 --> 00:30:08,807 Based on historical records, Venus in daylight 262 00:30:08,940 --> 00:30:12,377 iS an ominous sign representing a change of dynasty or regime. 263 00:30:12,511 --> 00:30:16,715 However, Confucius did not speak of the strange and supernatural. 264 00:30:16,882 --> 00:30:21,553 I've never believed in signs and wonders my entire life. 265 00:30:41,740 --> 00:30:43,508 Did you see it? 266 00:30:43,608 --> 00:30:46,044 I've never seen such a strange thing before. 267 00:30:46,345 --> 00:30:48,046 Don't wake Cairen Wu up. 268 00:30:53,919 --> 00:30:56,388 What are you talking about? 269 00:30:57,522 --> 00:31:00,759 Sorry we woke you up, Cairen Wu! Please bestow punishment on us! 270 00:31:00,859 --> 00:31:04,062 No, it's not your fault. Just get up. 271 00:31:06,665 --> 00:31:10,202 His Majesty has already gone for the morning assembly? 272 00:31:10,302 --> 00:31:14,373 His Majesty went to Taiji Hall at the sounding of the fifth watch. 273 00:31:14,473 --> 00:31:17,642 Let me help you freshen up and change. 274 00:31:36,962 --> 00:31:41,333 Cairen Wu, Venus usually appears at night, right? 275 00:31:41,433 --> 00:31:43,668 Is this some kind of sign? 276 00:31:50,809 --> 00:31:52,778 I'm not sure. 277 00:31:52,911 --> 00:31:59,317 This kind of astronomical events are said to be related to the fate of our country. 278 00:31:59,718 --> 00:32:05,657 Since Tang is flourishing, I believe it's a good sign. 279 00:32:12,364 --> 00:32:13,198 Fuji. 280 00:32:13,331 --> 00:32:14,366 Yes, Your Majesty. 281 00:32:14,499 --> 00:32:19,738 There has been a strange astronomical event. Fuji, have you noticed it? 282 00:32:21,273 --> 00:32:26,645 Your Majesty, not just me, all the officials at the morning assembly 283 00:32:26,745 --> 00:32:31,483 as well as the commoners in Chang'an are talking about this today. 284 00:32:33,885 --> 00:32:36,555 I should have reported to you this morning, 285 00:32:36,721 --> 00:32:41,760 but it might trigger a panic and unwanted thoughts, so... 286 00:32:42,093 --> 00:32:43,962 What's that supposed to mean? 287 00:32:44,830 --> 00:32:49,534 Your Majesty, "Venus ascending, Emperor Star descending" is really rare. 288 00:32:49,701 --> 00:32:57,042 The commoners in Chang'an are spreading negative rumours. They say... 289 00:32:57,175 --> 00:32:58,243 What? 290 00:32:59,611 --> 00:33:03,114 It represents an unstable country. 291 00:33:04,883 --> 00:33:08,153 Your Majesty, it's time for the Bureau of Astronomy 292 00:33:08,286 --> 00:33:12,724 to explain this astronomical event and clear up any misunderstanding. 293 00:33:12,958 --> 00:33:15,393 Leave the matter to Li Chenfeng. 294 00:33:16,561 --> 00:33:21,166 Once he has a conclusion, he may come and see me anytime. 295 00:33:21,299 --> 00:33:23,068 Yes, Your Majesty. 296 00:33:25,203 --> 00:33:29,674 Li Chenfeng has been in seclusion since he returned from Mount Zhongnan. 297 00:33:29,975 --> 00:33:31,743 When will that end? 298 00:33:31,977 --> 00:33:33,144 Tonight. 299 00:33:33,979 --> 00:33:37,182 You said His Majesty would come see me! 300 00:33:37,282 --> 00:33:38,783 You said that! Enough! 301 00:33:41,953 --> 00:33:44,489 What's the point of crying? 302 00:33:44,589 --> 00:33:51,796 Are you blaming me or blaming yourself for losing to Wu Meiniang's foxy charm? 303 00:33:58,436 --> 00:34:00,505 I can only blame myself! 304 00:34:01,740 --> 00:34:05,110 Cairen Xiao, even I understand why 305 00:34:05,243 --> 00:34:09,748 the most magnificent tree is most easily destroyed by the wind. 306 00:34:12,317 --> 00:34:14,553 Chun Ying is right. 307 00:34:14,686 --> 00:34:21,927 Qiang'er, stop crying over this matter. Take a step back and prepare yourself. 308 00:34:23,094 --> 00:34:28,133 I believe Wu Meiniang's time will be over soon. 309 00:34:34,072 --> 00:34:36,207 Goodbye, Aunt. 310 00:34:44,215 --> 00:34:50,155 Wu Meiniang has been a pain in the neck since she came to the Palace! 311 00:34:50,221 --> 00:34:52,991 I don't care if she's siding with Consort Yang! 312 00:34:53,124 --> 00:35:00,599 Consort Yang is too weak! She can't give her anything! 313 00:35:00,765 --> 00:35:04,936 But she has managed to win His Majesty over in her own way! 314 00:35:05,036 --> 00:35:10,442 Now I finally see Consort Yang's hidden intent! 315 00:35:10,575 --> 00:35:15,246 She knows her limits! She can only rely on a Cairen to oppress me! 316 00:35:15,513 --> 00:35:20,251 I must find a way to get rid of Wu Meiniang! 317 00:35:24,022 --> 00:35:27,692 Your Highness, rest assured. 318 00:35:27,792 --> 00:35:32,998 We just need to wait for the perfect time to get rid of Wu Meiniang. 319 00:36:02,027 --> 00:36:06,097 Sire! Sire! 320 00:36:06,765 --> 00:36:07,966 Come in. 321 00:36:09,668 --> 00:36:11,369 I came to report on something, Sire. 322 00:36:11,503 --> 00:36:15,940 What time is it? You don't need to sleep, but I do. 323 00:36:16,041 --> 00:36:21,112 I know... Please forgive me, Sire. I hate to bother you at such a late hour, 324 00:36:21,212 --> 00:36:26,217 but Li Chenfeng said he must discuss with you something urgent tonight. 325 00:36:26,351 --> 00:36:27,686 Li Chenfeng? 326 00:36:28,186 --> 00:36:31,322 He ran all the way here barefooted. 327 00:36:38,463 --> 00:36:39,731 Let's go. 328 00:36:40,031 --> 00:36:41,032 No peeking. 329 00:36:41,166 --> 00:36:43,768 I dare not disturb Cairen Wu. 330 00:36:43,835 --> 00:36:46,438 I know. No need to explain. 331 00:37:05,290 --> 00:37:08,226 Your Majesty. Warm up your feet first. 332 00:37:08,993 --> 00:37:10,161 Yes. 333 00:37:14,666 --> 00:37:20,205 No matter how urgent it is, you should be properly dressed. 334 00:37:20,338 --> 00:37:23,975 Was it necessary to come barefooted? Put the shoes on. 335 00:37:24,776 --> 00:37:27,612 His Majesty has given you these court boots. 336 00:37:28,580 --> 00:37:29,247 Thank you, Your Majesty. 337 00:37:29,380 --> 00:37:30,515 Put them on. 338 00:37:51,436 --> 00:37:59,010 Li Chenfeng, I haven't seen you in a month. You don't look so well. 339 00:37:59,244 --> 00:38:04,682 Your Majesty, I know why Venus keeps appearing at odd times these days. 340 00:38:04,783 --> 00:38:08,086 Thus, I'd like to make a request. 341 00:38:09,187 --> 00:38:10,755 Tell me about it. 342 00:38:11,156 --> 00:38:18,163 I urge you to execute all men and women with the surname "Wu" in the Palace! 343 00:38:20,231 --> 00:38:21,533 What? 344 00:38:21,666 --> 00:38:30,842 Please kill everyone with the surname Wu! Otherwise our country will be in chaos! 345 00:38:31,810 --> 00:38:39,450 You mean "Venus ascending, Emperor Star descending" is really happening? 346 00:38:39,617 --> 00:38:41,753 It's really happening, Your Majesty! 347 00:38:42,387 --> 00:38:47,358 What is your interpretation of this message from Heaven? 348 00:38:47,826 --> 00:38:57,035 Tang, by the end of the third generation, taken over by the woman ruler named Wu! 349 00:39:05,276 --> 00:39:08,980 The woman ruler named Wu? What does that mean? 350 00:39:09,113 --> 00:39:15,587 Someone with the surname Wu? Or whose title carries the word "Wu" in it? 351 00:39:15,753 --> 00:39:20,325 I shouldn't kill innocent people based on a divinatory trigram. 352 00:39:20,925 --> 00:39:23,494 You should, Your Majesty! 353 00:39:23,995 --> 00:39:31,302 If you want to avoid massive killing, at least you should get rid of her! 354 00:39:36,541 --> 00:39:44,816 Li Chenfeng, no one else shall know what happened tonight. Understand? 355 00:39:44,949 --> 00:39:46,317 Yes, Your Majesty. 356 00:39:46,551 --> 00:39:47,719 You're dismissed. 357 00:39:47,819 --> 00:39:48,786 Yes. 358 00:40:58,389 --> 00:41:00,458 Here you go. 359 00:41:03,962 --> 00:41:09,367 This is Master's interpretation. His Majesty ordered him to keep it a secret. 360 00:41:16,741 --> 00:41:21,980 (Tang, by the end of the third generation, taken over by the woman ruler named Wu!) 361 00:41:26,351 --> 00:41:27,652 Inform Prince of Wei. 362 00:41:27,752 --> 00:41:29,787 Yes, Your Highness. 363 00:42:19,570 --> 00:42:21,205 Your Majesty. 364 00:42:24,942 --> 00:42:26,411 Forgive me!