1 00:00:21,533 --> 00:00:26,533 DOWNLOADED FROM WWW.AWAFIM.TV 2 00:00:26,533 --> 00:00:31,533 For latest movies and series with subtitles Visit WWW.AWAFIM.TV Today 3 00:00:31,533 --> 00:00:34,673 ♪Pink hands so fine♪ 4 00:00:35,503 --> 00:00:38,433 ♪Gold-branded wine♪ 5 00:00:39,073 --> 00:00:44,873 ♪Spring paints green willows palace walls cannot confine♪ 6 00:00:45,833 --> 00:00:49,273 ♪East wind unfair♪ 7 00:00:49,933 --> 00:00:53,333 ♪Happy times rare♪ 8 00:00:53,573 --> 00:00:57,373 ♪In my heart sad thoughts throng♪ 9 00:00:57,503 --> 00:01:00,033 ♪We've severed for years long♪ 10 00:01:00,103 --> 00:01:05,333 ♪Wrong, wrong, wrong♪ 11 00:01:19,593 --> 00:01:20,183 [Si Jin] 12 00:01:20,183 --> 00:01:23,993 [Adapted from Si Jin, by Dong Tian De Liu Ye] 13 00:01:24,003 --> 00:01:28,003 [Episode 39] 14 00:01:28,003 --> 00:01:32,303 [Yangui] 15 00:01:58,863 --> 00:01:59,733 You should leave. 16 00:03:11,583 --> 00:03:13,823 Baoping, how long has it been? 17 00:03:14,423 --> 00:03:14,933 Your Majesty. 18 00:03:16,173 --> 00:03:17,383 It's been more than three days. 19 00:03:22,653 --> 00:03:23,733 Judging from the time, 20 00:03:24,143 --> 00:03:26,333 Jin should've met up with Cui Xu by now. 21 00:03:26,773 --> 00:03:27,423 Your Majesty, 22 00:03:28,303 --> 00:03:29,863 Mr. Cui is loyal and upright. 23 00:03:30,453 --> 00:03:31,303 Once he hears about this, 24 00:03:31,613 --> 00:03:33,213 he'll rush to your rescue. 25 00:03:33,823 --> 00:03:35,893 Although Cui Xu is loyal and upright, 26 00:03:37,023 --> 00:03:38,173 he'll never abandon the people 27 00:03:38,173 --> 00:03:39,653 living at the border 28 00:03:40,102 --> 00:03:41,053 just to rescue me. 29 00:03:41,543 --> 00:03:43,543 He's an upright minister who fears no authority 30 00:03:43,703 --> 00:03:45,613 and only cares about the safety of the people. 31 00:03:47,213 --> 00:03:48,102 To him, 32 00:03:48,893 --> 00:03:50,453 protecting the borders 33 00:03:51,383 --> 00:03:52,733 and ensuring the safety of the people 34 00:03:53,053 --> 00:03:55,023 are his priorities. 35 00:04:01,423 --> 00:04:02,383 What? 36 00:04:03,143 --> 00:04:04,583 Rong Yang staged a rebellion? 37 00:04:04,863 --> 00:04:05,863 Together with the Marquis of Changxing. 38 00:04:06,493 --> 00:04:07,173 That's impossible. 39 00:04:07,733 --> 00:04:09,493 Although he has wild ambitions, 40 00:04:09,653 --> 00:04:10,653 he has been 41 00:04:10,973 --> 00:04:12,703 through thick and thin with His Majesty for many years after all. 42 00:04:12,703 --> 00:04:13,703 Why would he rebel? 43 00:04:13,893 --> 00:04:15,703 Every word I utter is true. 44 00:04:15,703 --> 00:04:16,453 Mr. Cui, 45 00:04:16,453 --> 00:04:17,823 please come with me to rescue His Majesty. 46 00:04:22,183 --> 00:04:24,413 I know that is our priority here. 47 00:04:24,623 --> 00:04:25,023 However, 48 00:04:25,413 --> 00:04:26,503 Your Highness has seen for yourself 49 00:04:26,943 --> 00:04:28,213 the dire situation at the border. 50 00:04:28,533 --> 00:04:30,143 Longgu Pass is easy to defend and hard to capture. 51 00:04:30,533 --> 00:04:31,893 But the Nanwu people harass us often. 52 00:04:32,093 --> 00:04:33,943 My troops are already exhausted from fending them off. 53 00:04:34,263 --> 00:04:35,263 If, at this moment, 54 00:04:35,293 --> 00:04:36,743 I have to mobilize some of my troops 55 00:04:36,823 --> 00:04:38,182 to join your Red Plume Cavalry 56 00:04:38,182 --> 00:04:39,383 to rescue His Majesty in Ling'an, 57 00:04:39,773 --> 00:04:40,703 the pass will surely fall 58 00:04:41,093 --> 00:04:42,383 in three days. 59 00:04:42,773 --> 00:04:43,503 Our realm shall fall. 60 00:04:44,213 --> 00:04:45,973 With all due respect, I cannot follow your command. 61 00:04:47,503 --> 00:04:48,893 [Name List] Here are the objectors. 62 00:04:51,143 --> 00:04:52,533 Prince Qi has indeed helped you 63 00:04:52,973 --> 00:04:54,143 to reassure some of the old ministers. 64 00:04:54,853 --> 00:04:55,893 Most have already submitted. 65 00:04:56,182 --> 00:04:57,773 What do you think Prince Qi will do 66 00:04:57,853 --> 00:04:59,853 if he finds out that I don't intend 67 00:05:00,023 --> 00:05:01,213 to help him ascend the throne? 68 00:05:01,823 --> 00:05:02,703 Marquis of Changxing, 69 00:05:03,413 --> 00:05:04,893 why do you think there were no female rulers 70 00:05:05,333 --> 00:05:06,703 throughout the history of Zhou? 71 00:05:07,773 --> 00:05:08,623 In my opinion, 72 00:05:08,973 --> 00:05:10,093 Zhou will have 73 00:05:10,703 --> 00:05:12,263 its first female ruler soon. 74 00:05:16,213 --> 00:05:17,413 Initially, 75 00:05:17,413 --> 00:05:18,943 I didn't have such a wild ambition. 76 00:05:19,583 --> 00:05:22,413 It's all thanks to your reminder and assistance. 77 00:05:23,653 --> 00:05:26,063 But you have never mentioned 78 00:05:26,703 --> 00:05:27,943 what rewards you seek. 79 00:05:29,063 --> 00:05:30,703 I have no other wishes! 80 00:05:30,743 --> 00:05:33,093 Your Highness, I'm willing to serve you 81 00:05:33,182 --> 00:05:34,333 with my life. 82 00:05:36,293 --> 00:05:36,973 Marquis, have a seat. 83 00:05:39,213 --> 00:05:40,383 Don't worry. 84 00:05:40,453 --> 00:05:42,182 I will reward you handsomely. 85 00:05:43,413 --> 00:05:44,973 You shall only be 86 00:05:45,453 --> 00:05:48,293 second to me in the entire realm. 87 00:05:51,293 --> 00:05:52,413 Thank you, Your Highness. 88 00:05:55,853 --> 00:05:57,143 Father is already in danger. 89 00:05:57,213 --> 00:05:58,182 We mustn't delay any longer. 90 00:05:59,182 --> 00:05:59,853 If the Princess Royal 91 00:05:59,943 --> 00:06:00,973 does intend to kill him, 92 00:06:01,333 --> 00:06:02,583 that would signify the fall of the current reign. 93 00:06:03,023 --> 00:06:05,143 Our realm shall fall as well. 94 00:06:07,773 --> 00:06:08,383 Your Highness, please rise. 95 00:06:12,023 --> 00:06:13,023 Under such circumstances, 96 00:06:13,383 --> 00:06:14,383 to me, 97 00:06:15,063 --> 00:06:16,533 there's only one choice. 98 00:06:17,143 --> 00:06:18,293 Mr. Cui, what if I told you 99 00:06:19,093 --> 00:06:20,503 we could resolve the border crisis? 100 00:06:21,623 --> 00:06:22,583 Your Highness, 101 00:06:23,143 --> 00:06:24,973 how would we do that? 102 00:06:25,093 --> 00:06:27,213 By depending on my wife, Jiang Si. 103 00:06:27,893 --> 00:06:28,453 Ridiculous. 104 00:06:29,333 --> 00:06:30,653 How could a woman like her 105 00:06:30,653 --> 00:06:32,413 make them withdraw their army? 106 00:06:32,703 --> 00:06:34,063 You might not know, 107 00:06:34,413 --> 00:06:36,453 but Jiang Si is the Nanwu Saintess. 108 00:06:43,413 --> 00:06:44,213 It's right over there. 109 00:06:48,563 --> 00:06:49,543 [Wanted Notice] 110 00:06:49,773 --> 00:06:51,333 Isn't she Su Ke's daughter? 111 00:06:52,093 --> 00:06:53,413 How come she's the Nanwu Saintess? 112 00:06:53,653 --> 00:06:55,182 I don't know the reason either. 113 00:06:55,263 --> 00:06:55,943 But her body 114 00:06:55,973 --> 00:06:57,743 does carry the Saintess Emblem. 115 00:06:57,943 --> 00:06:59,093 Nanwu stationed their troops at the border area 116 00:06:59,293 --> 00:06:59,973 in order 117 00:06:59,973 --> 00:07:00,773 to rescue their Saintess. 118 00:07:01,093 --> 00:07:02,743 Now that she has returned. 119 00:07:03,263 --> 00:07:04,213 There's no need for them 120 00:07:04,383 --> 00:07:05,213 to wage war again. 121 00:07:06,263 --> 00:07:08,333 Mr. Cui, please trust me this time. 122 00:07:11,263 --> 00:07:13,063 Regarding my ascension, 123 00:07:13,773 --> 00:07:14,533 what do you think? 124 00:07:15,453 --> 00:07:18,293 The sooner the better. 125 00:07:19,093 --> 00:07:20,943 Delay leads to change. 126 00:07:22,333 --> 00:07:23,213 However, 127 00:07:24,773 --> 00:07:27,093 one of the officials has rallied his peers 128 00:07:27,213 --> 00:07:28,263 to impeach me. 129 00:07:29,583 --> 00:07:30,853 Say, 130 00:07:31,383 --> 00:07:33,023 do I need to locate him? 131 00:07:33,383 --> 00:07:33,823 Absolutely. 132 00:07:34,943 --> 00:07:36,383 Your Highness, you're right. 133 00:07:36,623 --> 00:07:37,213 Our priority now 134 00:07:37,293 --> 00:07:38,143 is 135 00:07:38,143 --> 00:07:40,023 to purge all opposition 136 00:07:40,653 --> 00:07:41,293 so that 137 00:07:41,293 --> 00:07:42,823 the ascension ceremony in five days 138 00:07:43,093 --> 00:07:43,943 can proceed smoothly. 139 00:07:44,333 --> 00:07:45,453 We'll follow your proposal. 140 00:08:02,743 --> 00:08:03,413 Jiang Si. 141 00:08:04,093 --> 00:08:04,893 [Mount Shenjian, Nanwu] This emblem 142 00:08:04,893 --> 00:08:06,383 looks the same as the one on your neck. 143 00:08:15,023 --> 00:08:15,893 Grand Elder. 144 00:08:16,943 --> 00:08:17,823 Long time no see. 145 00:08:18,183 --> 00:08:19,703 Who are you? How dare you trespass upon our holy ground? 146 00:08:21,453 --> 00:08:23,893 Everything still looks the same. 147 00:08:26,533 --> 00:08:28,863 How's your leg ailment? 148 00:08:32,743 --> 00:08:33,893 We've never met before. 149 00:08:34,653 --> 00:08:35,893 How did you know about 150 00:08:36,383 --> 00:08:37,223 the old ailment on my leg? 151 00:08:51,383 --> 00:08:51,653 Chief. 152 00:08:52,343 --> 00:08:52,983 Mr. Cui 153 00:08:52,983 --> 00:08:54,173 is avoiding us by using military affairs as his excuse. 154 00:08:54,463 --> 00:08:55,743 He's even letting us use his tent. 155 00:08:56,103 --> 00:08:56,743 It's obvious 156 00:08:56,743 --> 00:08:57,773 that he doesn't want to mobilize his troops. 157 00:08:58,173 --> 00:08:58,773 Chief, what should we do? 158 00:08:59,223 --> 00:09:00,173 You ask me? 159 00:09:00,983 --> 00:09:01,573 We can only wait. 160 00:09:20,623 --> 00:09:21,533 His Majesty has issued a decree. 161 00:09:22,173 --> 00:09:23,773 I am to lead my army 162 00:09:23,813 --> 00:09:25,573 and join the Red Plume Cavalry 163 00:09:25,623 --> 00:09:26,573 to have a showdown with Nanwu. 164 00:09:27,383 --> 00:09:30,023 We are not to return until Nanwu is eradicated. 165 00:09:30,413 --> 00:09:31,413 What? That's... 166 00:09:31,983 --> 00:09:33,053 This is the imperial decree. 167 00:09:33,743 --> 00:09:34,223 What if this decree 168 00:09:34,223 --> 00:09:36,103 was issued by the princess and the marquis? 169 00:09:37,263 --> 00:09:38,413 Don't you think it makes 170 00:09:38,413 --> 00:09:39,223 much more sense now? 171 00:09:41,173 --> 00:09:42,863 Miss Jiang! 172 00:09:44,053 --> 00:09:44,693 This is great. 173 00:09:45,773 --> 00:09:46,293 I'm glad that you've returned. 174 00:09:49,623 --> 00:09:52,023 Grand Elder, she's the Saintess. 175 00:09:53,143 --> 00:09:53,983 The Saintess? 176 00:09:54,533 --> 00:09:55,343 She's the Saintess? 177 00:09:55,463 --> 00:09:56,263 Really? 178 00:09:56,533 --> 00:09:58,023 How can you prove that? 179 00:10:08,103 --> 00:10:09,143 Welcome, Saintess! 180 00:10:10,343 --> 00:10:12,293 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 181 00:10:12,743 --> 00:10:13,413 The Saintess has arrived! 182 00:10:13,573 --> 00:10:13,893 Gather around! 183 00:10:13,893 --> 00:10:15,533 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 184 00:10:15,623 --> 00:10:17,383 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 185 00:10:17,413 --> 00:10:20,343 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 186 00:10:20,413 --> 00:10:23,573 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 187 00:10:23,693 --> 00:10:27,103 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 188 00:10:27,223 --> 00:10:30,693 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 189 00:10:30,893 --> 00:10:33,503 Nanwu is blessed by the heavens! Welcome, Saintess! 190 00:10:33,503 --> 00:10:34,773 Grand Elder, please rise. 191 00:10:36,743 --> 00:10:37,573 I came back 192 00:10:38,503 --> 00:10:39,933 because there's a crucial matter 193 00:10:40,463 --> 00:10:41,533 I have to discuss with you. 194 00:10:42,053 --> 00:10:43,293 Once the decree is carried out, 195 00:10:43,813 --> 00:10:45,863 blood will be shed at the Southern Frontier. 196 00:10:46,743 --> 00:10:47,463 Even so, are you still not willing 197 00:10:47,463 --> 00:10:48,533 to rescue His Majesty? 198 00:10:48,623 --> 00:10:50,933 Disobeying the imperial decree is a capital offense. 199 00:10:50,933 --> 00:10:53,693 In a crisis, a field commander may disregard the ruler's orders! 200 00:11:06,413 --> 00:11:07,343 Yu Jin. 201 00:11:08,933 --> 00:11:12,023 Has Rong Yang truly started a rebellion? 202 00:11:26,173 --> 00:11:27,263 I know Nanwu has stationed 203 00:11:27,263 --> 00:11:28,533 their troops at the border area 204 00:11:28,653 --> 00:11:29,653 because I was imprisoned. 205 00:11:30,143 --> 00:11:30,813 Well, 206 00:11:31,053 --> 00:11:32,343 since I've returned, 207 00:11:32,773 --> 00:11:34,173 there's no reason to launch an attack. 208 00:11:34,653 --> 00:11:35,893 Grand Elder, please issue an order 209 00:11:36,263 --> 00:11:37,173 and withdraw your troops. 210 00:11:38,383 --> 00:11:39,533 You're speaking up for Zhou 211 00:11:40,343 --> 00:11:41,863 upon your return. 212 00:11:42,413 --> 00:11:43,223 If I withdraw my troops now 213 00:11:43,743 --> 00:11:45,263 and Zhou invades us, 214 00:11:45,813 --> 00:11:47,533 Nanwu 215 00:11:47,533 --> 00:11:48,893 will be done for. 216 00:11:49,173 --> 00:11:49,813 Grand Elder, 217 00:11:50,263 --> 00:11:51,773 I'm not trying to speak up for either side. 218 00:11:51,863 --> 00:11:53,173 I swear upon my reputation as the Saintess. 219 00:11:53,743 --> 00:11:54,813 If Nanwu withdraws their troops, 220 00:11:55,223 --> 00:11:56,173 the army of Zhou 221 00:11:56,293 --> 00:11:58,503 will withdraw their troops within half a day as well. 222 00:12:04,743 --> 00:12:05,463 Report! 223 00:12:06,893 --> 00:12:07,263 Reporting in! 224 00:12:07,813 --> 00:12:08,143 Mr. Cui, 225 00:12:08,263 --> 00:12:09,863 for some reason, Nanwu has withdrawn their troops. 226 00:12:10,143 --> 00:12:10,773 For real? 227 00:12:10,893 --> 00:12:12,263 Yes, Mr. Cui. 228 00:12:12,503 --> 00:12:12,983 Long Dan. 229 00:12:14,503 --> 00:12:15,743 Send a letter to Mr. Zhen. 230 00:12:16,263 --> 00:12:18,533 Tell him that we'll depart immediately! 231 00:12:18,623 --> 00:12:19,023 Yes, sir! 232 00:12:19,503 --> 00:12:19,933 Relay my order! 233 00:12:20,263 --> 00:12:21,743 We shall depart immediately to rescue His Majesty in Ling'an! 234 00:12:21,813 --> 00:12:22,223 Yes, sir! 235 00:12:24,573 --> 00:12:25,573 Yes, Your Highness! 236 00:12:32,813 --> 00:12:33,933 We received a report from the front lines. 237 00:12:34,383 --> 00:12:34,983 Zhou 238 00:12:35,103 --> 00:12:36,573 has withdrawn their troops. 239 00:12:36,773 --> 00:12:37,343 Excellent. 240 00:12:38,383 --> 00:12:40,173 The Saintess can predict the future. 241 00:12:40,573 --> 00:12:41,503 She'll surely lead Nanwu 242 00:12:41,573 --> 00:12:42,693 to the right path. 243 00:12:43,623 --> 00:12:44,983 You'll lead us 244 00:12:45,413 --> 00:12:46,293 to annihilate Zhou. 245 00:12:47,053 --> 00:12:48,693 Now, Zhou's borders are unguarded. 246 00:12:48,983 --> 00:12:50,653 It's a good opportunity to launch an attack. 247 00:12:51,343 --> 00:12:52,263 Saintess, I'm sure 248 00:12:52,693 --> 00:12:54,653 you'll remain in Nanwu forever 249 00:12:55,383 --> 00:12:57,263 and lead us to annihilate Zhou. 250 00:12:58,223 --> 00:12:58,773 Grand Elder, 251 00:12:59,293 --> 00:13:00,103 but war 252 00:13:00,343 --> 00:13:01,533 will not restore Nanwu to its former glory. 253 00:13:02,653 --> 00:13:03,773 I once saw the ending 254 00:13:03,983 --> 00:13:05,143 brought about by the war. 255 00:13:05,293 --> 00:13:06,463 In that ending, 256 00:13:06,693 --> 00:13:08,023 Nanwu used war and violence 257 00:13:08,023 --> 00:13:08,813 to resolve their issues. 258 00:13:09,503 --> 00:13:10,893 And, our people successfully assassinated the Emperor of Zhou 259 00:13:11,023 --> 00:13:12,693 during the Mid-Autumn Hunt. 260 00:13:13,413 --> 00:13:14,143 Are you talking about 261 00:13:14,263 --> 00:13:16,343 the events that happened after the Mid-Autumn Hunt? 262 00:13:17,173 --> 00:13:17,573 That's right. 263 00:13:18,223 --> 00:13:19,343 You always thought 264 00:13:19,743 --> 00:13:20,893 that our issues would be resolved 265 00:13:21,023 --> 00:13:21,933 after the death of Emperor Jingming. 266 00:13:22,503 --> 00:13:24,023 But Zhou appointed a new emperor. 267 00:13:24,293 --> 00:13:25,103 He was incompetent. 268 00:13:25,293 --> 00:13:26,223 The Princess Royal held absolute power. 269 00:13:26,813 --> 00:13:27,693 She ordered 270 00:13:27,693 --> 00:13:28,413 Nanwu's annihilation. 271 00:13:28,773 --> 00:13:30,103 You had to send the Nightingale Sect 272 00:13:30,143 --> 00:13:31,693 to assassinate her in Ling'an. 273 00:13:32,573 --> 00:13:35,503 Our gain is Zhou's loss and vice versa. 274 00:13:36,053 --> 00:13:36,813 Nanwu 275 00:13:37,223 --> 00:13:38,743 has limited resources after all. 276 00:13:40,143 --> 00:13:41,743 We compete with each other 277 00:13:42,143 --> 00:13:43,503 to develop ourselves 278 00:13:43,773 --> 00:13:44,573 and keep our enemy under control. 279 00:13:44,773 --> 00:13:45,413 Grand Elder, 280 00:13:45,743 --> 00:13:46,463 I have a way 281 00:13:46,813 --> 00:13:48,343 to stop this meaningless cycle. 282 00:13:48,933 --> 00:13:51,143 Please gather all our people tomorrow. 283 00:13:51,503 --> 00:13:52,263 I shall announce 284 00:13:52,463 --> 00:13:53,023 the true way 285 00:13:53,023 --> 00:13:54,103 to restore Nanwu to its former glory. 286 00:14:10,263 --> 00:14:11,263 Mr. Zhen, is that you? 287 00:14:11,383 --> 00:14:11,813 It's me. 288 00:14:14,343 --> 00:14:16,383 Lately, the palace has been preparing 289 00:14:16,463 --> 00:14:18,103 grand ceremonies to worship Heaven and Earth, 290 00:14:18,103 --> 00:14:19,053 and to offer prayers at the ancestral temple. 291 00:14:19,223 --> 00:14:19,893 But I don't think 292 00:14:19,893 --> 00:14:21,413 it's as simple as it seems. 293 00:14:21,693 --> 00:14:22,693 Worship Heaven and Earth? 294 00:14:24,103 --> 00:14:24,983 Offer prayers at the ancestral temple? 295 00:14:25,893 --> 00:14:26,293 This is bad! 296 00:14:26,983 --> 00:14:28,103 Those are compulsory ceremonies 297 00:14:28,503 --> 00:14:29,503 for the ascension ceremony. 298 00:14:30,053 --> 00:14:31,023 Seems like the Princess Royal 299 00:14:31,983 --> 00:14:33,173 does intend to usurp the throne. 300 00:14:33,743 --> 00:14:34,773 If that's the case, 301 00:14:35,573 --> 00:14:36,813 those who go against her 302 00:14:39,293 --> 00:14:40,383 shall be eliminated. 303 00:14:41,223 --> 00:14:41,893 What should we do, then? 304 00:14:42,143 --> 00:14:43,263 Have Jin and the rest returned? 305 00:14:43,573 --> 00:14:44,533 I'm afraid they can't make it in time. 306 00:14:47,503 --> 00:14:47,893 Your Highness, 307 00:14:48,413 --> 00:14:49,293 I've already taken care of 308 00:14:49,293 --> 00:14:50,743 the stubborn officials who weren't willing 309 00:14:51,103 --> 00:14:52,223 to join your side. 310 00:14:52,813 --> 00:14:53,743 But there's one official left. 311 00:14:55,533 --> 00:14:55,983 Who? 312 00:14:56,413 --> 00:14:57,103 He was the official 313 00:14:57,103 --> 00:14:58,463 who rallied others to oppose your rule. 314 00:14:58,933 --> 00:14:59,383 Zhen Heng. 315 00:15:07,573 --> 00:15:08,573 I didn't expect 316 00:15:08,623 --> 00:15:09,173 a stubborn fool like him 317 00:15:09,223 --> 00:15:11,023 would still be around. 318 00:15:11,463 --> 00:15:13,513 [Eternal Joy and Serenity] 319 00:15:13,773 --> 00:15:14,983 Now, the palace is full of danger. 320 00:15:15,383 --> 00:15:16,533 I've already found a way 321 00:15:16,533 --> 00:15:17,413 to send you out of the palace. 322 00:15:17,743 --> 00:15:19,103 I've already packed your belongings. 323 00:15:19,223 --> 00:15:20,103 You'll leave by tonight. 324 00:15:20,623 --> 00:15:22,383 Mother, I'm not leaving! 325 00:15:22,573 --> 00:15:22,983 Fuqing, 326 00:15:23,173 --> 00:15:24,933 this isn't the time for you to be willful. 327 00:15:25,143 --> 00:15:26,053 You always said 328 00:15:26,383 --> 00:15:27,343 you wanted to leave the palace, right? 329 00:15:27,503 --> 00:15:28,623 This is the chance. 330 00:15:28,623 --> 00:15:29,383 Why are you...? 331 00:15:29,773 --> 00:15:32,053 Mother, I'm not being willful here. 332 00:15:32,533 --> 00:15:33,743 I've already grown up. 333 00:15:34,053 --> 00:15:35,053 I'm no longer the little girl 334 00:15:35,103 --> 00:15:36,343 who could only hide and cry 335 00:15:36,343 --> 00:15:37,173 in the cabinet. 336 00:15:37,983 --> 00:15:39,383 I have to remain in the palace. 337 00:15:39,863 --> 00:15:40,463 Only then will I be able 338 00:15:40,503 --> 00:15:41,573 to relay information to Mr. Zhen 339 00:15:41,893 --> 00:15:43,173 and protect you. 340 00:15:43,893 --> 00:15:45,103 Mother, no matter what, 341 00:15:45,383 --> 00:15:46,773 I will never escape by myself. 342 00:15:58,293 --> 00:15:59,173 - Stop right there! - Stop. 343 00:16:00,533 --> 00:16:01,103 There are so many of you. 344 00:16:01,343 --> 00:16:01,893 What are you up to? 345 00:16:02,623 --> 00:16:02,863 Sir, 346 00:16:03,343 --> 00:16:04,653 we are a trading caravan from the North. 347 00:16:05,023 --> 00:16:05,383 Please let us pass. 348 00:16:05,773 --> 00:16:06,623 From the North, huh? 349 00:16:07,293 --> 00:16:08,413 Judging from your accent, 350 00:16:08,573 --> 00:16:09,503 I think you're from the South. 351 00:16:09,813 --> 00:16:11,383 Sir, I dare not joke about it. 352 00:16:12,223 --> 00:16:12,503 Here. 353 00:16:15,023 --> 00:16:16,053 Judging from these blisters, 354 00:16:16,343 --> 00:16:17,383 I suppose you were in the military. 355 00:16:18,693 --> 00:16:19,743 As for those behind you, 356 00:16:20,503 --> 00:16:21,743 they don't look like cargo haulers at all. 357 00:16:22,383 --> 00:16:23,773 Someone! Inspect them! 358 00:16:25,363 --> 00:16:27,933 [Ling'an] 359 00:16:43,413 --> 00:16:43,773 Stop! 360 00:16:50,573 --> 00:16:51,383 - Your Highness. - Your Highness. 361 00:16:56,693 --> 00:16:57,383 What's going on? 362 00:16:58,093 --> 00:16:58,663 Your Highness, 363 00:16:59,053 --> 00:16:59,573 this trading caravan 364 00:16:59,573 --> 00:17:00,613 seems suspicious. 365 00:17:00,983 --> 00:17:01,703 We've already arrested them. 366 00:17:02,133 --> 00:17:03,263 We'll hand them to Her Highness. 367 00:17:03,423 --> 00:17:04,333 Just leave it to me. 368 00:17:05,463 --> 00:17:05,943 Take them away! 369 00:17:05,943 --> 00:17:06,703 Move! 370 00:17:06,743 --> 00:17:07,263 Wait! 371 00:17:08,573 --> 00:17:09,943 Your Highness, I... 372 00:17:10,533 --> 00:17:12,943 Wasn't I the one who arrested them? 373 00:17:15,183 --> 00:17:15,773 Yes, Your Highness. 374 00:17:15,813 --> 00:17:16,263 Yes, Your Highness. 375 00:17:26,293 --> 00:17:26,773 Let them pass. 376 00:17:40,183 --> 00:17:41,943 We humbly invite the Saintess 377 00:17:42,133 --> 00:17:45,903 to consult the heavens and to guide all beings in glimpsing the future. 378 00:17:46,373 --> 00:17:48,773 Heaven shelters, Earth sustains, and all creation is in place, 379 00:17:49,223 --> 00:17:50,263 yet none is more precious than humanity. 380 00:17:50,573 --> 00:17:54,023 With the war's end, Nanwu rises, and harmony returns to the world. 381 00:17:55,093 --> 00:17:55,703 Saintess, 382 00:17:55,943 --> 00:17:56,813 throughout the history of Nanwu, 383 00:17:56,943 --> 00:17:58,023 there's only war, no reconciliation. 384 00:17:58,293 --> 00:17:58,663 That's right. 385 00:17:59,573 --> 00:18:00,263 We 386 00:18:00,293 --> 00:18:01,293 are born to fight. 387 00:18:01,743 --> 00:18:02,613 Although our land is small 388 00:18:03,023 --> 00:18:04,293 and our population scarce compared to Zhou, 389 00:18:04,463 --> 00:18:05,853 all of our warriors excel at battle. 390 00:18:06,373 --> 00:18:07,133 We fight and steal 391 00:18:07,463 --> 00:18:08,773 the things we need. 392 00:18:09,263 --> 00:18:09,943 It's that simple. 393 00:18:10,333 --> 00:18:11,053 Mr. Bai, 394 00:18:11,503 --> 00:18:13,093 no one is born to fight. 395 00:18:13,573 --> 00:18:14,133 All humans 396 00:18:14,133 --> 00:18:15,423 are born to live better. 397 00:18:16,093 --> 00:18:17,423 Who would be willing to fight on the battlefield 398 00:18:17,943 --> 00:18:18,533 if everyone 399 00:18:18,533 --> 00:18:19,853 was content with their lives? 400 00:18:20,373 --> 00:18:20,903 I know. 401 00:18:21,503 --> 00:18:22,663 Nanwu prioritized war 402 00:18:23,053 --> 00:18:24,293 for the past century. 403 00:18:24,983 --> 00:18:25,463 This habit 404 00:18:25,463 --> 00:18:26,813 cannot be changed in no time. 405 00:18:27,373 --> 00:18:28,983 However, since Nanwu has chosen me 406 00:18:29,333 --> 00:18:30,423 to be the Saintess 407 00:18:30,903 --> 00:18:32,093 and granted me the ability to see the future, 408 00:18:32,533 --> 00:18:33,983 I'm willing to turn the best future I've seen 409 00:18:34,503 --> 00:18:35,263 into reality 410 00:18:35,263 --> 00:18:36,333 together 411 00:18:36,663 --> 00:18:37,703 with you all. 412 00:18:40,503 --> 00:18:42,773 What should we do, then? 413 00:18:44,533 --> 00:18:45,133 Grand Elder, 414 00:18:45,703 --> 00:18:46,903 let's set a time limit of one year. 415 00:18:47,463 --> 00:18:48,183 During this period of time, 416 00:18:48,373 --> 00:18:49,263 I'll remain in Nanwu. 417 00:18:49,613 --> 00:18:51,053 I'll make Nanwu prosper like never seen before 418 00:18:51,373 --> 00:18:51,983 without 419 00:18:52,053 --> 00:18:53,223 needing to wage a war. 420 00:18:53,503 --> 00:18:54,503 What if you fail? 421 00:18:56,023 --> 00:18:57,183 If after one year has passed, 422 00:18:57,813 --> 00:18:58,943 you still think 423 00:18:59,333 --> 00:19:00,703 that war is the best solution, 424 00:19:01,293 --> 00:19:03,333 then I shall lead by example. 425 00:19:08,943 --> 00:19:10,703 Saintess, we shall obey your will. 426 00:19:11,223 --> 00:19:13,463 - Saintess, we shall obey your will. - Saintess, we shall obey your will. 427 00:20:04,373 --> 00:20:05,703 What a shame, Mr. Zhen. 428 00:20:06,293 --> 00:20:07,373 Your righteousness 429 00:20:07,613 --> 00:20:08,773 won't be your saving grace. 430 00:20:09,293 --> 00:20:10,423 It'll only harm you. 431 00:20:11,093 --> 00:20:12,573 You and the other ministers 432 00:20:12,663 --> 00:20:14,903 have done your best to impeach me. 433 00:20:15,293 --> 00:20:17,983 But in the end, your efforts are all in vain. 434 00:20:19,183 --> 00:20:21,943 I'm daring enough to take the Crown Prince's life, 435 00:20:22,293 --> 00:20:24,773 let alone the lives of officials like you all. 436 00:20:25,943 --> 00:20:27,373 To me, 437 00:20:28,903 --> 00:20:31,293 you're nothing 438 00:20:32,093 --> 00:20:33,463 but insignificant pests. 439 00:20:35,743 --> 00:20:39,053 Death is but a swift blow. 440 00:20:40,613 --> 00:20:42,093 I've seen plenty of people like you 441 00:20:42,773 --> 00:20:45,133 in the Capital Administration Office. 442 00:20:45,853 --> 00:20:47,333 You've let His Majesty's trust down. 443 00:20:49,983 --> 00:20:51,133 You're not fit 444 00:20:51,133 --> 00:20:53,023 to be Zhou's Princess Royal. 445 00:21:00,133 --> 00:21:01,423 Zhen Heng, 446 00:21:01,983 --> 00:21:03,293 you're too bold for your own good. 447 00:21:04,423 --> 00:21:06,263 No wonder I couldn't find the Count of Dongping 448 00:21:06,263 --> 00:21:07,663 and his family. 449 00:21:08,703 --> 00:21:10,463 So, you were hiding them. 450 00:21:11,333 --> 00:21:12,183 Excellent. 451 00:21:13,423 --> 00:21:14,943 I've changed my mind. 452 00:21:16,263 --> 00:21:17,853 I only wanted 453 00:21:17,853 --> 00:21:19,503 to get rid of the Count of Dongping and his family. 454 00:21:21,223 --> 00:21:22,503 Now, it seems like 455 00:21:23,223 --> 00:21:26,183 I must get rid of your family as well. 456 00:21:27,183 --> 00:21:28,983 Rong Yang, how dare you! 457 00:21:29,773 --> 00:21:32,983 Evil deeds never go unpunished! 458 00:21:32,983 --> 00:21:34,663 Zhen Heng's insolent words 459 00:21:34,773 --> 00:21:35,663 have offended the ruler. 460 00:21:36,183 --> 00:21:37,023 Take him down! 461 00:22:17,943 --> 00:22:21,703 ♪Life is like a wilting flower, blooming and withering with the seasons♪ 462 00:22:24,003 --> 00:22:28,243 ♪The wind leaves its trace, swaying, yet holding firm♪ 463 00:22:29,803 --> 00:22:32,373 ♪Not asking for more care from the heavens♪ 464 00:22:32,973 --> 00:22:35,043 ♪May I enjoy the blessings in the days to come♪ 465 00:22:36,703 --> 00:22:42,143 ♪Only wishing for a life free from entanglements♪ 466 00:22:43,743 --> 00:22:48,003 ♪Fate plays its tricks. We are but mere mortals♪ 467 00:22:49,773 --> 00:22:54,403 ♪Looking back, I dare not gaze too long at the road I've traveled♪ 468 00:22:55,543 --> 00:22:58,073 ♪As the day fades, the wise redeem themselves♪ 469 00:22:58,473 --> 00:22:59,173 To me... 470 00:23:01,023 --> 00:23:02,093 the law is the light. 471 00:23:03,423 --> 00:23:06,093 It punishes evil and upholds goodness, dispelling the shadows in the process. 472 00:23:08,373 --> 00:23:10,243 ♪Sighing in despair♪ 473 00:23:10,803 --> 00:23:13,703 ♪Is it too late?♪ 474 00:23:14,743 --> 00:23:16,573 ♪My feelings are numb♪ 475 00:23:17,173 --> 00:23:20,273 ♪Is it too much to bear?♪ 476 00:23:21,503 --> 00:23:23,843 ♪How many regrets are left unfulfilled?♪ 477 00:23:24,443 --> 00:23:27,203 ♪A chance to mend, to make it whole♪ 478 00:23:28,143 --> 00:23:32,903 ♪An inch of longing, a lifetime untold♪ 479 00:23:33,023 --> 00:23:33,663 Fuqing. 480 00:23:34,073 --> 00:23:35,843 ♪Is the resting shore♪ 481 00:23:36,743 --> 00:23:39,343 ♪Too shallow to stand?♪ 482 00:23:41,053 --> 00:23:43,943 Fuqing, it's her. 483 00:23:45,263 --> 00:23:47,373 Mr. Zhen, are you afraid of death? 484 00:23:47,703 --> 00:23:48,003 I am. 485 00:23:48,003 --> 00:23:49,403 ♪Though splendor fills the land♪ 486 00:23:50,143 --> 00:23:51,373 ♪I remain trapped♪ 487 00:23:51,373 --> 00:23:52,183 It's because I have 488 00:23:52,223 --> 00:23:54,023 plenty of things that I haven't achieved 489 00:23:55,093 --> 00:23:57,183 and plenty of words that I haven't said. 490 00:23:58,503 --> 00:23:59,133 And... 491 00:24:02,423 --> 00:24:03,293 there's someone I still wish to see. 492 00:24:08,663 --> 00:24:09,333 Your Highness. 493 00:24:11,223 --> 00:24:12,313 If it's still possible, 494 00:24:14,463 --> 00:24:15,333 I'll take you 495 00:24:15,703 --> 00:24:16,773 to the open grounds at the southern city. 496 00:24:18,093 --> 00:24:18,943 We'll fly kites there. 497 00:24:25,813 --> 00:24:26,143 Sure. 498 00:24:27,203 --> 00:24:29,103 ♪Is the resting shore♪ 499 00:24:29,743 --> 00:24:30,343 ♪Too shallow to stand?♪ 500 00:24:30,373 --> 00:24:31,293 If we can see each other again 501 00:24:33,023 --> 00:24:34,203 in our next lives. 502 00:24:37,183 --> 00:24:37,703 Fuqing. 503 00:24:39,103 --> 00:24:41,473 ♪Though splendor fills the land♪ 504 00:24:42,023 --> 00:24:43,293 I won't let you down. 505 00:24:46,053 --> 00:24:47,333 Definitely. 506 00:24:47,333 --> 00:24:50,173 ♪Gone is the fateful encounter, and my life is dulled for good♪ 507 00:24:52,143 --> 00:24:58,203 ♪Gone is the fateful encounter, and my life is dulled for good♪ 508 00:25:12,983 --> 00:25:14,053 What are we doing at my mansion? 509 00:25:14,423 --> 00:25:15,853 You'll have to ask Prince Qi about that. 510 00:25:17,423 --> 00:25:18,263 Everyone, don't worry. 511 00:25:19,183 --> 00:25:20,743 This is the safest place for now. 512 00:25:23,613 --> 00:25:24,333 After Mr. Zhen Heng 513 00:25:24,333 --> 00:25:25,613 was captured by the Princess Royal, 514 00:25:25,853 --> 00:25:26,943 the Count of Dongping and his family were discovered. 515 00:25:27,423 --> 00:25:28,423 Now, they're imprisoned. 516 00:25:29,023 --> 00:25:29,773 Mr. Zhen once 517 00:25:29,773 --> 00:25:30,773 came to me 518 00:25:31,183 --> 00:25:31,943 after receiving the letter related to your return. 519 00:25:33,053 --> 00:25:34,263 How dare you speculate on my intentions? 520 00:25:34,663 --> 00:25:35,663 Your Highness, 521 00:25:36,183 --> 00:25:37,183 I know 522 00:25:37,183 --> 00:25:38,133 that you're not a heartless individual. 523 00:25:38,463 --> 00:25:39,983 You're doing all of this 524 00:25:40,183 --> 00:25:40,703 to win 525 00:25:40,703 --> 00:25:41,943 His Majesty's trust 526 00:25:42,223 --> 00:25:43,533 and exhibit your talent 527 00:25:43,903 --> 00:25:45,023 for the fortune of Zhou. 528 00:25:45,463 --> 00:25:46,533 I understand 529 00:25:46,983 --> 00:25:48,023 why you did so. 530 00:25:48,773 --> 00:25:49,743 In my opinion, 531 00:25:50,613 --> 00:25:51,533 this moment 532 00:25:52,373 --> 00:25:53,053 is a good opportunity 533 00:25:53,053 --> 00:25:55,093 to realize your aspirations. 534 00:25:55,703 --> 00:25:57,613 Don't repeat the same mistake with the princess. 535 00:25:58,773 --> 00:26:01,613 Instead, you need to reassure her on our behalf. 536 00:26:02,263 --> 00:26:02,983 I know 537 00:26:03,773 --> 00:26:05,463 that she would never let me off. 538 00:26:06,263 --> 00:26:07,263 Therefore, 539 00:26:07,743 --> 00:26:08,903 Your Highness, 540 00:26:09,293 --> 00:26:10,903 please ensure your safety. 541 00:26:11,183 --> 00:26:11,743 In the future, 542 00:26:12,093 --> 00:26:14,133 should I be powerless, 543 00:26:16,423 --> 00:26:19,263 Your Highness, 544 00:26:19,663 --> 00:26:22,663 please lend the Seventh Prince a hand. 545 00:26:33,223 --> 00:26:34,533 Why are you so sure 546 00:26:34,773 --> 00:26:36,293 that I won't tell her 547 00:26:37,573 --> 00:26:38,703 about our encounter? 548 00:26:43,773 --> 00:26:45,333 That day, both you and I 549 00:26:45,773 --> 00:26:48,183 were in the hall together. 550 00:26:49,903 --> 00:26:51,263 Since I was daring enough to come here, 551 00:26:52,093 --> 00:26:53,533 I believe 552 00:26:54,663 --> 00:26:56,053 that you have already made up your mind. 553 00:27:00,663 --> 00:27:01,373 Thank you, Zhang. 554 00:27:03,053 --> 00:27:04,023 Our time is limited. 555 00:27:04,423 --> 00:27:05,463 Tomorrow's the ascension ceremony. 556 00:27:06,133 --> 00:27:06,813 We have 557 00:27:06,813 --> 00:27:07,663 to stop the Princess Royal 558 00:27:08,093 --> 00:27:08,663 and rescue Father before that. 559 00:27:09,133 --> 00:27:09,903 I've already looked into it. 560 00:27:10,093 --> 00:27:11,613 The palace is filled with the Gale Guards. 561 00:27:12,093 --> 00:27:13,293 The Marquis of Changxing's troops are outside the palace. 562 00:27:14,023 --> 00:27:14,773 Therefore, right now, 563 00:27:14,773 --> 00:27:16,263 our priority 564 00:27:17,773 --> 00:27:18,463 is to find a way 565 00:27:18,463 --> 00:27:19,503 to win against overwhelming odds. 566 00:27:19,903 --> 00:27:21,503 What if we turn our men 567 00:27:22,093 --> 00:27:23,223 into the Gale Guards? 568 00:27:23,703 --> 00:27:24,263 Are you saying 569 00:27:24,663 --> 00:27:26,373 that we should assemble a group of Red Plume Cavalry members 570 00:27:26,463 --> 00:27:27,533 matching the Gale Guards in number 571 00:27:27,533 --> 00:27:28,223 and replace them? 572 00:27:28,373 --> 00:27:28,663 That's right. 573 00:27:28,743 --> 00:27:29,463 Great idea. 574 00:27:29,613 --> 00:27:31,093 The number of palace guards is fixed. 575 00:27:31,373 --> 00:27:32,533 If both teams focus on our attack, 576 00:27:32,533 --> 00:27:33,183 we'll make it. 577 00:27:33,663 --> 00:27:34,463 Once we obtain the higher ground, 578 00:27:34,663 --> 00:27:35,463 the ground route will be open. 579 00:27:36,093 --> 00:27:36,983 That's far from enough. 580 00:27:37,853 --> 00:27:39,813 We need someone to keep the Marquis in check 581 00:27:40,293 --> 00:27:41,023 and prevent retaliation. 582 00:27:42,903 --> 00:27:43,903 I'm willing to serve. 583 00:27:53,223 --> 00:27:54,223 You all shall enter from the secret tunnel. 584 00:27:54,743 --> 00:27:55,463 We shall divide our forces into three groups. 585 00:27:56,223 --> 00:27:57,333 The tunnel is very complex. 586 00:27:58,263 --> 00:27:58,943 So do act cautiously. 587 00:28:08,053 --> 00:28:09,183 Commandant Xie, Leng Ying, 588 00:28:09,423 --> 00:28:10,093 you two will be in charge 589 00:28:10,423 --> 00:28:11,663 of the outer palace gate and its watchtower. 590 00:28:11,703 --> 00:28:12,093 - Yes, sir. - Yes, sir. 591 00:28:23,663 --> 00:28:24,573 Jiang and Long Dan, 592 00:28:24,983 --> 00:28:25,463 you two will be in charge 593 00:28:25,903 --> 00:28:26,743 of the inner gate and its watchtower. 594 00:28:26,983 --> 00:28:27,333 - Yes. - Yes, sir. 595 00:28:35,903 --> 00:28:36,613 For the last step, 596 00:28:36,983 --> 00:28:37,663 you all must cooperate 597 00:28:38,093 --> 00:28:39,533 and replace all of the Gale Guards. 598 00:28:40,133 --> 00:28:40,573 Drag their bodies away! 599 00:28:40,773 --> 00:28:41,373 Get rid of the bodies! 600 00:29:05,023 --> 00:29:05,423 Go! 601 00:29:12,293 --> 00:29:12,613 Move! 602 00:29:40,263 --> 00:29:41,223 Brother, here you are. 603 00:29:43,093 --> 00:29:44,333 I merely requested a decree from you. 604 00:29:44,663 --> 00:29:46,053 Why is it so difficult for you to comply? 605 00:29:46,743 --> 00:29:48,983 You see, even if you don't issue it, 606 00:29:50,223 --> 00:29:52,423 I can still sit on your throne. 607 00:29:53,503 --> 00:29:53,983 Someone. 608 00:29:54,663 --> 00:29:56,093 Grant him a seat. 609 00:30:01,533 --> 00:30:03,183 What's wrong? You don't want to sit down? 610 00:30:06,423 --> 00:30:07,373 Bring them here. 611 00:30:15,703 --> 00:30:16,133 Father! 612 00:30:16,573 --> 00:30:17,293 Your Majesty! 613 00:30:17,423 --> 00:30:18,023 Your Majesty! 614 00:30:18,373 --> 00:30:19,053 - Father! - Your Majesty! 615 00:30:19,573 --> 00:30:21,853 Rong Yang, what are you up to? 616 00:30:22,333 --> 00:30:24,423 Look. Everyone is here. 617 00:30:24,943 --> 00:30:26,373 I have no choice but to bring your family here 618 00:30:26,373 --> 00:30:28,373 to convince you. 619 00:30:29,423 --> 00:30:30,293 I'm sure 620 00:30:30,373 --> 00:30:31,983 you're not willing to let them die 621 00:30:33,183 --> 00:30:34,293 in front of you 622 00:30:34,983 --> 00:30:36,613 just because you refuse to issue this decree. 623 00:30:37,423 --> 00:30:37,983 Rong Yang. 624 00:30:38,903 --> 00:30:39,773 I never expected you 625 00:30:39,813 --> 00:30:40,943 to be this despicable. 626 00:30:41,223 --> 00:30:43,703 It's not too late for you to know that. 627 00:30:45,853 --> 00:30:46,463 Someone! 628 00:30:47,133 --> 00:30:47,773 Burn the incense. 629 00:30:51,333 --> 00:30:53,663 One at a time. 630 00:30:55,133 --> 00:30:56,813 When the incense ends, 631 00:30:57,183 --> 00:30:58,293 so does a life. 632 00:30:59,333 --> 00:31:02,223 If you haven't decided then, 633 00:31:03,223 --> 00:31:04,943 I'll help you with it. 634 00:31:26,813 --> 00:31:27,503 Time to change shifts. 635 00:32:02,773 --> 00:32:03,293 Zhang. 636 00:32:04,463 --> 00:32:05,223 Take me to the inner hall 637 00:32:05,743 --> 00:32:06,533 to meet Aunt. 638 00:32:07,333 --> 00:32:08,263 Do we have a reason 639 00:32:09,023 --> 00:32:10,023 that can ensure that the princess 640 00:32:10,813 --> 00:32:11,703 will summon me? 641 00:32:18,423 --> 00:32:19,903 This is the imperial jade seal. 642 00:32:21,093 --> 00:32:22,533 His Majesty ordered me to hand it to you 643 00:32:23,293 --> 00:32:25,463 when he was in danger. 644 00:32:26,373 --> 00:32:28,773 Your Highness, please keep it safe. 645 00:32:32,573 --> 00:32:33,263 Brother, 646 00:32:34,093 --> 00:32:35,223 time's up. 647 00:32:36,223 --> 00:32:37,703 Have you not made up your mind? 648 00:32:39,943 --> 00:32:40,813 If so, 649 00:32:42,373 --> 00:32:43,703 I shall do it for you. 650 00:33:05,613 --> 00:33:07,223 Father! 651 00:33:08,503 --> 00:33:09,743 Your Highness! 652 00:33:10,613 --> 00:33:11,663 Your Highness! 653 00:33:17,813 --> 00:33:19,023 Your Highness! 654 00:33:29,183 --> 00:33:29,903 Brother. 655 00:33:31,573 --> 00:33:33,223 The next incense is lit. 656 00:33:43,573 --> 00:33:44,183 Let them pass! 657 00:34:09,213 --> 00:34:12,613 Brother, aren't you going to make up your mind? 658 00:34:13,693 --> 00:34:14,943 In this lifetime, 659 00:34:16,133 --> 00:34:17,533 I'm the only one 660 00:34:18,253 --> 00:34:19,693 who dared risk my life to save you. 661 00:34:20,903 --> 00:34:23,093 Are you expecting Yu Jin to come to your rescue? 662 00:34:24,903 --> 00:34:26,783 Yu Jin is caught in a dilemma himself. 663 00:34:27,423 --> 00:34:28,253 Even if he comes, 664 00:34:28,613 --> 00:34:30,093 he'll be dead for sure. 665 00:34:30,783 --> 00:34:31,983 Moreover, 666 00:34:33,173 --> 00:34:34,503 he hates you 667 00:34:34,503 --> 00:34:35,733 more than me. 668 00:34:44,423 --> 00:34:44,823 What's wrong? 669 00:34:44,903 --> 00:34:45,573 My Lord, 670 00:34:45,863 --> 00:34:46,503 someone has replaced 671 00:34:46,503 --> 00:34:47,463 our men in the watchtower. 672 00:34:47,613 --> 00:34:48,983 The enemies have invaded the palace. 673 00:34:49,023 --> 00:34:49,573 What? 674 00:34:50,503 --> 00:34:51,943 You good-for-nothings! 675 00:34:52,733 --> 00:34:53,653 The four of you, remain here. 676 00:34:53,733 --> 00:34:54,503 The rest of you, obey my command. 677 00:34:54,653 --> 00:34:55,503 We shall rescue Her Highness! 678 00:34:55,533 --> 00:34:56,133 - Yes, sir! - Yes, sir! 679 00:35:06,093 --> 00:35:07,053 You all shall escort me 680 00:35:07,503 --> 00:35:08,133 out of the palace. 681 00:35:08,343 --> 00:35:08,823 - Yes, sir! - Yes, sir! 682 00:35:20,423 --> 00:35:22,023 So it's you, huh? 683 00:35:22,053 --> 00:35:22,783 Marquis of Changxing, 684 00:35:23,733 --> 00:35:24,693 I'm sure the Princess Royal 685 00:35:24,693 --> 00:35:25,653 will be disappointed 686 00:35:25,823 --> 00:35:27,023 if she finds out that you're abandoning her 687 00:35:27,533 --> 00:35:28,503 just because the situation is dire. 688 00:35:32,463 --> 00:35:33,613 You little crook. 689 00:35:33,983 --> 00:35:35,613 You dare to touch me? 690 00:35:35,903 --> 00:35:37,053 Do you wish to die? 691 00:35:37,423 --> 00:35:38,423 You're the one with a death wish here. 692 00:35:39,503 --> 00:35:41,173 Deceiving the ruler is a capital offense. 693 00:35:53,463 --> 00:35:54,023 Guards. 694 00:35:54,423 --> 00:35:55,383 Take him down! 695 00:36:01,733 --> 00:36:02,613 Hand over the tiger tally, 696 00:36:03,253 --> 00:36:04,573 or meet your demise! 697 00:36:14,173 --> 00:36:15,613 Relay my message to Her Highness. 698 00:36:16,573 --> 00:36:17,573 Tell her that I seek an audience. 699 00:36:25,093 --> 00:36:26,303 Brother, you're used 700 00:36:26,303 --> 00:36:27,693 to being the Emperor indeed. 701 00:36:28,613 --> 00:36:30,943 You remain unfazed even though the situation is dire. 702 00:36:31,613 --> 00:36:34,173 Regarding that, 703 00:36:34,173 --> 00:36:35,463 I should learn from you. 704 00:36:36,783 --> 00:36:37,613 Shijiu. 705 00:36:41,783 --> 00:36:44,053 Come at me! 706 00:36:44,053 --> 00:36:45,573 You come from the same root! 707 00:36:45,693 --> 00:36:48,173 Why are you so eager to slay your kin? 708 00:36:48,613 --> 00:36:50,983 Give me a chance to demonstrate my loyalty! 709 00:36:51,303 --> 00:36:52,093 Your Majesty! 710 00:36:52,503 --> 00:36:56,693 I shall serve you again in my next life! 711 00:36:57,903 --> 00:37:00,253 Who do you think you are? You lackey. 712 00:37:00,653 --> 00:37:01,573 You think you're worthy? 713 00:37:02,423 --> 00:37:03,303 Prince Qi has arrived! 714 00:37:07,303 --> 00:37:08,213 Shijiu. 715 00:37:08,903 --> 00:37:10,173 I'm exhausted. 716 00:37:10,503 --> 00:37:11,783 Tell him 717 00:37:12,823 --> 00:37:15,173 that we can talk tomorrow. 718 00:37:17,093 --> 00:37:17,613 Aunt, 719 00:37:18,093 --> 00:37:19,303 I've found the imperial jade seal. 720 00:37:25,783 --> 00:37:26,693 Invite him in. 721 00:37:42,533 --> 00:37:44,213 Greetings, Your Highness. 722 00:37:47,053 --> 00:37:49,653 Everyone is here tonight. 723 00:37:52,213 --> 00:37:54,423 Present the seal to me. 724 00:37:59,573 --> 00:37:59,983 Yes, Your Highness. 725 00:38:57,983 --> 00:38:58,383 Your Majesty! 726 00:39:00,503 --> 00:39:01,463 Yu Jin, 727 00:39:02,653 --> 00:39:03,653 do you think 728 00:39:04,383 --> 00:39:05,943 you can turn the tides now? 729 00:39:06,213 --> 00:39:08,213 What a joke! 730 00:39:08,943 --> 00:39:10,053 Everyone inside and outside the palace 731 00:39:10,173 --> 00:39:11,463 is under my command. 732 00:39:12,383 --> 00:39:14,213 None of you shall leave this place alive. 733 00:39:14,653 --> 00:39:15,173 Guards! 734 00:39:23,343 --> 00:39:23,783 Look. 735 00:39:23,783 --> 00:39:25,093 All of them are my men! 736 00:39:25,383 --> 00:39:27,303 Yu Jin, you're done for! 737 00:39:27,573 --> 00:39:28,133 Is that so? 738 00:39:32,783 --> 00:39:33,463 Aunt, 739 00:39:34,903 --> 00:39:35,943 open your eyes and see. 740 00:40:02,783 --> 00:40:04,653 I was late to your rescue. I deserve punishment! 741 00:40:05,423 --> 00:40:06,463 Minister Cui, please rise. 742 00:40:06,573 --> 00:40:06,943 Thank you, Your Majesty. 743 00:40:10,983 --> 00:40:11,383 Let her go. 744 00:40:11,983 --> 00:40:12,613 Father, you mustn't. 745 00:40:12,733 --> 00:40:12,983 Let her go. 746 00:40:18,783 --> 00:40:19,173 Rong Yang. 747 00:40:20,613 --> 00:40:22,613 On account of our bond, 748 00:40:23,733 --> 00:40:25,173 I shall give you one last chance. 749 00:40:26,503 --> 00:40:28,253 If you confess your crime and repent, 750 00:40:28,653 --> 00:40:29,383 it's not too late. 751 00:40:30,023 --> 00:40:31,423 I can spare you from death. 752 00:40:38,983 --> 00:40:40,343 Brother, you're right. 753 00:40:42,783 --> 00:40:44,093 It's not too late. 754 00:40:45,423 --> 00:40:46,613 It's not the end yet. 755 00:40:49,253 --> 00:40:50,383 The Marquis of Changxing 756 00:40:52,173 --> 00:40:53,503 will come to my rescue! 757 00:40:54,253 --> 00:40:54,903 Your Majesty, 758 00:40:55,343 --> 00:40:56,693 the Marquis of Changxing and his men have been arrested. 759 00:40:57,093 --> 00:40:57,733 The tiger tally is here! 760 00:41:43,983 --> 00:41:45,613 I've put every scheme and trick to use. 761 00:41:48,983 --> 00:41:51,343 In the end, I still lost to you. 762 00:41:53,783 --> 00:41:55,573 I do not 763 00:41:56,423 --> 00:41:58,173 beg for mercy. 764 00:42:01,533 --> 00:42:02,983 Alas, in this world, 765 00:42:06,653 --> 00:42:09,093 no one has ever truly understood me. 766 00:42:14,903 --> 00:42:15,823 Not even loved me. 767 00:42:21,213 --> 00:42:23,173 But I have not lost. 768 00:42:25,653 --> 00:42:26,653 None of you 769 00:42:26,943 --> 00:42:28,983 will ever forget me! 770 00:42:32,533 --> 00:42:33,023 Father! 771 00:42:40,273 --> 00:42:43,843 [The End of Episode 39] 772 00:42:45,203 --> 00:42:47,003 ♪Through endless twists♪ 773 00:42:47,503 --> 00:42:51,303 ♪In the mundane world♪ 774 00:42:52,403 --> 00:42:54,673 ♪The breezy wind blows♪ 775 00:42:55,003 --> 00:42:58,643 ♪The heart grows tender and bitter♪ 776 00:42:59,543 --> 00:43:01,843 ♪I ask the Sun♪ 777 00:43:02,403 --> 00:43:05,503 ♪If the light has taken root♪ 778 00:43:05,673 --> 00:43:08,173 ♪As it prospers♪ 779 00:43:09,003 --> 00:43:13,273 ♪Our love story writes itself♪ 780 00:43:15,573 --> 00:43:18,743 ♪We lock eyes and promise to stay together forever♪ 781 00:43:19,243 --> 00:43:22,743 ♪After countless challenges, we are still us♪ 782 00:43:23,543 --> 00:43:25,243 ♪Our inseparable souls♪ 783 00:43:25,573 --> 00:43:29,703 ♪Can weather all storms♪ 784 00:43:29,973 --> 00:43:33,303 ♪We cross paths and promise to stay together forever♪ 785 00:43:33,573 --> 00:43:37,203 ♪The tapestry of destiny is filled with our youth♪ 786 00:43:37,703 --> 00:43:39,343 ♪Our blissful time together♪ 787 00:43:39,703 --> 00:43:43,873 ♪Will lead us♪ 788 00:43:44,203 --> 00:43:48,073 ♪To the sea of stars♪ 789 00:43:53,203 --> 00:43:55,443 ♪Our destined paths♪ 790 00:43:55,773 --> 00:43:59,043 ♪The years will hold♪ 791 00:43:59,373 --> 00:44:01,803 ♪A light shines at the tunnel's end♪ 792 00:44:02,803 --> 00:44:06,903 ♪Where happy endings will transcend♪ 793 00:44:07,443 --> 00:44:10,743 ♪We cross paths and promise to stay together forever♪ 794 00:44:11,073 --> 00:44:14,843 ♪The tapestry of destiny is filled with our youth♪ 795 00:44:15,173 --> 00:44:16,903 ♪Our blissful time together♪ 796 00:44:17,203 --> 00:44:21,503 ♪Will lead us to what we desire♪ 797 00:44:21,773 --> 00:44:25,103 ♪We lock eyes and promise to stay together forever♪ 798 00:44:25,343 --> 00:44:29,443 ♪Through frost-kissed trails, and starry space♪ 799 00:44:29,773 --> 00:44:31,543 ♪Moon-silvered dreams♪ 800 00:44:31,773 --> 00:44:36,043 ♪On love's embrace♪ 801 00:44:36,373 --> 00:44:39,643 ♪Hearts bound as one, through time's soft grace♪ 802 00:44:39,873 --> 00:44:44,073 ♪Love's tide guides, beyond our mortal space♪ 803 00:44:46,973 --> 00:44:49,003 ♪A moment kept with your embrace♪ 804 00:44:49,273 --> 00:44:56,673 ♪Where blooms have found their place♪ 805 00:44:56,673 --> 00:45:01,673 DOWNLOADED FROM WWW.AWAFIM.TV 806 00:44:56,673 --> 00:45:06,673 For latest movies and series with subtitles Visit WWW.AWAFIM.TV Today