1 00:01:25,320 --> 00:01:30,920 Joy of Life 2 2 00:01:35,760 --> 00:01:36,760 Once every three years? 3 00:01:37,680 --> 00:01:38,680 It's become a tradition. 4 00:01:39,640 --> 00:01:41,280 If someone has ill intentions, 5 00:01:41,600 --> 00:01:42,600 this would be their chance. 6 00:01:42,680 --> 00:01:45,120 Naturally, security is tight with no loopholes. 7 00:01:45,560 --> 00:01:47,800 There were assassins in earlier years, but none recently. 8 00:01:48,400 --> 00:01:50,520 Assassination here is harder than in the capital. 9 00:02:20,200 --> 00:02:21,400 These are... 10 00:02:22,520 --> 00:02:24,320 They are all craftsmen from the Hanging Temple 11 00:02:24,880 --> 00:02:25,960 It's always been this way 12 00:02:27,320 --> 00:02:28,520 Before the Flower Viewing Festival 13 00:02:29,080 --> 00:02:30,160 they must all leave 14 00:02:30,760 --> 00:02:33,200 to ensure no outsiders are present during the festival 15 00:02:33,800 --> 00:02:36,000 After the festival, they must return 16 00:02:44,400 --> 00:02:45,440 Don't mind them 17 00:02:45,520 --> 00:02:46,600 Let's go up 18 00:02:53,080 --> 00:02:54,280 Why are they all chained up? 19 00:02:55,440 --> 00:02:56,440 Royal Restricted Zone 20 00:02:56,880 --> 00:02:59,200 Being extra cautious is never wrong 21 00:03:49,160 --> 00:03:50,160 Master Fan 22 00:03:50,680 --> 00:03:51,680 This is the place 23 00:04:11,800 --> 00:04:14,240 Can these craftsmen go home? 24 00:04:15,040 --> 00:04:16,040 Lord Xiao Fan 25 00:04:16,600 --> 00:04:17,600 You're joking 26 00:04:24,080 --> 00:04:25,280 Flowers bloom once every three years. 27 00:04:26,480 --> 00:04:28,120 So these people are trapped here for life? 28 00:04:28,840 --> 00:04:30,040 It concerns His Majesty's safety. 29 00:04:30,680 --> 00:04:32,120 Someone must bear the suffering. 30 00:04:33,480 --> 00:04:35,720 Lord Fan, do you have any further questions? 31 00:04:37,160 --> 00:04:38,160 Nothing more. 32 00:04:38,800 --> 00:04:39,840 Let's focus on completing the task first. 33 00:05:07,680 --> 00:05:08,880 His Majesty has ordered 34 00:05:08,960 --> 00:05:10,440 This pot of Lord Fan's... 35 00:05:11,240 --> 00:05:12,240 must be placed here 36 00:05:22,720 --> 00:05:24,880 With this job done, we're heading back to Dong Jing now. 37 00:05:49,040 --> 00:05:50,200 What's wrong? 38 00:05:51,120 --> 00:05:52,120 Is there someone up there? 39 00:05:53,000 --> 00:05:55,080 No, after the craftsmen left... 40 00:05:55,600 --> 00:05:57,800 Now it's just an empty temple. 41 00:06:00,280 --> 00:06:01,400 Did you see someone else? 42 00:06:02,040 --> 00:06:03,400 I just heard movement up there. 43 00:06:03,480 --> 00:06:05,000 Footsteps? 44 00:06:05,080 --> 00:06:06,080 Not exactly. 45 00:06:06,160 --> 00:06:07,640 More like the sound of light tiptoeing. 46 00:06:13,080 --> 00:06:14,520 There's nowhere to hide anyone here. 47 00:06:15,200 --> 00:06:16,400 Could it be... 48 00:06:17,360 --> 00:06:18,360 A bird resting here? 49 00:06:19,200 --> 00:06:20,200 That's possible. 50 00:06:21,360 --> 00:06:22,480 Don't worry. 51 00:06:22,560 --> 00:06:25,240 After we leave, the imperial guards will take over. 52 00:06:25,320 --> 00:06:27,640 They'll conduct a thorough search from top to bottom. 53 00:06:28,440 --> 00:06:29,640 There won't be any hidden dangers. 54 00:06:37,640 --> 00:06:38,640 What a beautiful view 55 00:06:41,360 --> 00:06:43,960 The royal family holds their triennial chrysanthemum appreciation banquet here 56 00:06:44,760 --> 00:06:46,360 All for this magnificent scenery 57 00:06:47,400 --> 00:06:49,720 Three years ago I wasn't in the capital yet 58 00:06:50,720 --> 00:06:52,480 Young Master Fan's rapid promotion 59 00:06:53,200 --> 00:06:54,200 Is rare even in ancient times 60 00:06:56,760 --> 00:06:58,240 Let's go, time to head back 61 00:06:58,320 --> 00:06:59,320 Alright 62 00:07:05,080 --> 00:07:06,680 Your Excellency's internal energy is somewhat disordered. 63 00:07:09,320 --> 00:07:10,320 It's nothing. 64 00:07:11,000 --> 00:07:13,200 My cultivation technique sometimes becomes uncontrollable. 65 00:07:14,080 --> 00:07:15,080 It's fine now. 66 00:07:16,840 --> 00:07:17,840 Your Excellency's technique... 67 00:07:18,400 --> 00:07:19,760 It's not my place to inquire further. 68 00:07:19,840 --> 00:07:20,960 But disordered internal energy... 69 00:07:21,560 --> 00:07:22,640 is never a good sign. 70 00:07:22,720 --> 00:07:24,560 You should consult your master. 71 00:07:26,240 --> 00:07:28,400 No one taught me, I learned it myself. 72 00:07:31,680 --> 00:07:32,920 This can be self-taught? 73 00:07:35,960 --> 00:07:36,960 To be honest, 74 00:07:37,680 --> 00:07:38,920 Young Master Fan, 75 00:07:39,000 --> 00:07:41,120 His Majesty treats you exceptionally well. 76 00:07:41,960 --> 00:07:43,640 Waiting for a subject at the flower appreciation banquet... 77 00:07:44,160 --> 00:07:45,960 I've never heard of such a thing. 78 00:07:46,680 --> 00:07:48,880 Young Master Fan has boundless prospects. 79 00:07:49,440 --> 00:07:50,520 You flatter me, Commander Gong. 80 00:07:51,320 --> 00:07:53,480 With such a promising future, you must take care of your health. 81 00:07:54,000 --> 00:07:56,400 You mustn't be careless about your cultivation technique. 82 00:07:57,160 --> 00:07:58,160 Thank you for your concern. 83 00:07:58,800 --> 00:08:01,240 Young Master Fan's future is indeed bright. 84 00:08:01,320 --> 00:08:03,600 I too would like to climb this promising branch. 85 00:08:50,400 --> 00:08:51,840 Well, I won again. 86 00:08:52,720 --> 00:08:53,760 You let me win... 87 00:08:58,480 --> 00:08:59,800 No, Sis, you're out. 88 00:08:59,880 --> 00:09:01,160 Lost it all. 89 00:09:01,720 --> 00:09:04,200 Even between siblings, we should settle accounts clearly. 90 00:09:04,280 --> 00:09:05,680 No money left. 91 00:09:10,040 --> 00:09:11,120 Can't play anymore. 92 00:09:12,120 --> 00:09:13,720 Even if we play, there's no money. 93 00:09:14,280 --> 00:09:15,880 Sis-in-law, your turn. I'll step aside. 94 00:09:17,240 --> 00:09:18,240 "Step aside," he says. 95 00:09:18,320 --> 00:09:20,080 Doesn't matter who comes next, go on... 96 00:09:35,160 --> 00:09:36,600 Shuffle and deal 97 00:09:56,440 --> 00:09:57,680 Why are you locking me up? 98 00:09:59,520 --> 00:10:00,520 Let me go! 99 00:10:06,560 --> 00:10:07,560 Deaf? 100 00:10:21,640 --> 00:10:23,480 Be careful or I'll poison you all. 101 00:10:31,920 --> 00:10:33,360 I'll poison you all 102 00:10:35,400 --> 00:10:37,040 But these are all your people 103 00:10:43,560 --> 00:10:45,880 Would you really be willing to poison them? 104 00:10:47,400 --> 00:10:49,240 Dean, don't worry about it. 105 00:10:50,000 --> 00:10:51,920 Just watch how I deal with these brats. 106 00:10:52,000 --> 00:10:53,200 This was my order. 107 00:10:53,760 --> 00:10:54,760 Don't be hard on them. 108 00:10:56,840 --> 00:10:57,840 Are you going to detain me? 109 00:11:01,480 --> 00:11:02,560 Eat it while it's hot. 110 00:11:04,600 --> 00:11:05,640 Why are you detaining me? 111 00:11:06,240 --> 00:11:07,280 Go ahead and eat. 112 00:11:08,800 --> 00:11:10,200 It was Lord Wu... 113 00:11:10,880 --> 00:11:12,200 Who did this to me? 114 00:11:12,920 --> 00:11:14,080 At this age, 115 00:11:14,640 --> 00:11:15,800 whether eating or acting, 116 00:11:16,440 --> 00:11:17,480 one must exercise moderation. 117 00:11:18,040 --> 00:11:20,640 This time returning to the capital, I have only one purpose - 118 00:11:21,160 --> 00:11:22,280 to pursue and capture the criminal. 119 00:11:24,000 --> 00:11:25,920 But there's something I don't quite understand. 120 00:11:27,320 --> 00:11:30,560 We had tracked this criminal in Jiangnan, 121 00:11:30,640 --> 00:11:33,600 but after returning to the capital, he completely vanished. 122 00:11:34,080 --> 00:11:36,600 Even the Inspection Committee can't find any leads. 123 00:11:37,520 --> 00:11:39,960 Who could be protecting him from behind the scenes? 124 00:11:42,400 --> 00:11:44,240 Next time, tell me in advance what you'd like to eat. 125 00:11:48,240 --> 00:11:49,240 Director, 126 00:11:50,160 --> 00:11:51,200 What are you planning to do? 127 00:11:51,280 --> 00:11:52,520 I'm bringing you food. 128 00:12:22,160 --> 00:12:23,320 Sister-in-law 129 00:12:23,400 --> 00:12:25,360 You don't seem like a first-timer. 130 00:12:26,840 --> 00:12:28,960 I used to be sick and couldn't go out. 131 00:12:29,680 --> 00:12:32,400 So I always found ways to entertain myself. 132 00:12:44,120 --> 00:12:45,360 Come on... let's keep going, keep going. 133 00:13:03,920 --> 00:13:04,920 What's going on? 134 00:13:05,960 --> 00:13:08,520 Fan Sizhe came back early in the morning to bid farewell to his father 135 00:13:08,600 --> 00:13:09,920 saying he was heading north 136 00:13:12,280 --> 00:13:13,840 So now you're thinking 137 00:13:13,920 --> 00:13:15,480 of playing Pai Gow one last time before leaving? 138 00:13:16,680 --> 00:13:17,680 It wasn't his idea 139 00:13:18,480 --> 00:13:19,520 It was Father 140 00:13:19,600 --> 00:13:21,360 Father suggested playing Pai Gow himself? 141 00:13:24,560 --> 00:13:26,840 Father doesn't want Sizhe to leave 142 00:13:27,400 --> 00:13:28,520 No wonder 143 00:13:29,200 --> 00:13:31,480 Father prepared so much silver 144 00:13:31,560 --> 00:13:33,600 Kept losing but kept paying 145 00:13:34,240 --> 00:13:35,680 So it wasn't about playing Pai Gow 146 00:13:36,240 --> 00:13:37,400 But about keeping him here 147 00:13:38,440 --> 00:13:40,720 Too embarrassed to say it outright 148 00:13:41,680 --> 00:13:43,200 So he kept him at the gaming table 149 00:13:44,920 --> 00:13:47,320 But why is Aunt encouraging him to leave? 150 00:13:47,400 --> 00:13:49,840 This is what I truly don't understand 151 00:13:50,320 --> 00:13:51,320 I think 152 00:13:52,360 --> 00:13:55,280 Aunt is also trying to let go 153 00:13:55,360 --> 00:13:58,360 To let Sizhe truly grow and gain experience on his own 154 00:13:58,920 --> 00:14:00,040 Moreover 155 00:14:01,040 --> 00:14:03,680 Many recent troubles in the capital started because of me 156 00:14:04,240 --> 00:14:05,920 Having Sizhe leave the capital at this time... 157 00:14:07,360 --> 00:14:09,320 Could actually be a form of protection 158 00:14:11,640 --> 00:14:12,640 Dad 159 00:14:13,080 --> 00:14:15,400 I see all the cards have been dealt 160 00:14:15,880 --> 00:14:17,080 Maybe we should just stop 161 00:14:17,160 --> 00:14:18,520 If we keep playing, it'll be dark soon 162 00:14:18,600 --> 00:14:20,920 When it's dark we'll eat, then continue after 163 00:14:23,080 --> 00:14:24,160 Let's not even eat 164 00:14:24,480 --> 00:14:25,480 I still have to be on my way 165 00:14:25,560 --> 00:14:27,120 No need to rush off 166 00:14:30,200 --> 00:14:31,520 I'll have to leave sooner or later 167 00:14:31,600 --> 00:14:33,200 He's been through the training... 168 00:14:34,680 --> 00:14:36,080 That's enough 169 00:14:38,200 --> 00:14:40,640 The child has grown up with his own ideas 170 00:14:41,080 --> 00:14:42,080 Just let him go 171 00:14:47,240 --> 00:14:48,600 Alright then, Father 172 00:14:52,160 --> 00:14:53,440 One round to decide the winner 173 00:14:54,000 --> 00:14:55,920 If I lose, I'll leave 174 00:15:10,720 --> 00:15:12,920 Alright, then you two are out of the game. 175 00:15:14,240 --> 00:15:15,880 So this round still depends on us two. 176 00:15:16,480 --> 00:15:17,480 What do you mean? 177 00:15:17,560 --> 00:15:18,560 Didn't I just say it? 178 00:15:19,200 --> 00:15:20,440 I'm only playing this one round. 179 00:15:20,520 --> 00:15:22,640 If I lose this round, I'm leaving. 180 00:15:24,120 --> 00:15:25,760 If you lose, you leave. 181 00:15:26,640 --> 00:15:29,480 But if we win, do we continue? 182 00:15:30,760 --> 00:15:32,040 Let's win first and then talk. 183 00:15:32,120 --> 00:15:33,760 Besides, even if we win, we can't keep playing. 184 00:15:34,320 --> 00:15:35,680 You folks are out of silver anyway. 185 00:15:43,240 --> 00:15:45,440 Father... don't... don't neglect your duties for trivial pursuits. 186 00:15:45,520 --> 00:15:47,560 Last time I left was to avoid trouble. 187 00:15:47,640 --> 00:15:48,920 But now there's no need. 188 00:15:50,160 --> 00:15:51,320 Since your return this time, 189 00:15:51,400 --> 00:15:53,080 you've truly matured quite a bit. 190 00:15:53,560 --> 00:15:54,920 To be honest with you, 191 00:15:55,840 --> 00:15:57,160 the money I made before... 192 00:15:58,600 --> 00:15:59,960 was just to show you. 193 00:16:00,760 --> 00:16:02,360 I was afraid you'd think 194 00:16:02,440 --> 00:16:03,800 I was a useless son. 195 00:16:04,480 --> 00:16:06,840 I just wanted to make you proud, 196 00:16:07,960 --> 00:16:10,280 to do something that would catch your attention. 197 00:16:10,720 --> 00:16:11,760 I saw it. 198 00:16:12,240 --> 00:16:14,040 But this time is different. 199 00:16:14,880 --> 00:16:16,600 This time, I'm actually doing it for myself. 200 00:16:17,440 --> 00:16:20,040 I want to open an unprecedented shop in Northern Qi, 201 00:16:20,520 --> 00:16:22,800 to connect the nation's fortune with its wealth. 202 00:16:23,520 --> 00:16:24,640 So this time, 203 00:16:25,160 --> 00:16:26,880 I'm actually pursuing my own dream. 204 00:16:27,440 --> 00:16:30,200 Sizhe has truly grown up. 205 00:16:32,600 --> 00:16:33,600 Very well. 206 00:16:34,200 --> 00:16:37,000 As you say, we'll settle it in one round. 207 00:16:37,560 --> 00:16:38,760 Lose everything and switch players. 208 00:16:52,600 --> 00:16:53,600 Dad 209 00:16:54,600 --> 00:16:58,440 Should I lose or should I win? 210 00:16:59,840 --> 00:17:00,840 Sis-in-law 211 00:17:00,920 --> 00:17:02,960 You...you're disrespecting your opponent 212 00:17:03,320 --> 00:17:05,320 Is winning or losing really up to you? 213 00:17:13,320 --> 00:17:14,560 Then I win 214 00:17:17,160 --> 00:17:18,160 Alright 215 00:17:24,520 --> 00:17:26,280 Then I lose 216 00:17:34,000 --> 00:17:35,920 Sis Li, could you do that again? This... 217 00:17:44,760 --> 00:17:45,920 Sis Li, this... 218 00:17:46,000 --> 00:17:47,280 This trick of yours... 219 00:17:49,600 --> 00:17:52,720 I used to play by myself when I was sick before 220 00:17:52,800 --> 00:17:54,040 With more practice, it gets faster 221 00:17:54,600 --> 00:17:56,680 This... we just witnessed something extraordinary 222 00:17:57,960 --> 00:17:59,040 Then I... 223 00:17:59,120 --> 00:18:01,760 Should I win or lose in the end? 224 00:18:05,600 --> 00:18:07,760 No gambling game lasts forever 225 00:18:27,320 --> 00:18:28,320 Father 226 00:18:30,480 --> 00:18:31,480 Mother 227 00:18:34,760 --> 00:18:35,760 Zhe'er has left 228 00:18:59,200 --> 00:19:00,920 Brother, sister 229 00:19:04,360 --> 00:19:05,840 Please take care of father and mother 230 00:19:10,960 --> 00:19:11,960 Go ahead 231 00:19:19,880 --> 00:19:20,880 Brother 232 00:19:21,600 --> 00:19:24,000 When I get back, have my sister-in-law teach me that move of hers. 233 00:19:49,320 --> 00:19:50,320 Don't look 234 00:20:38,400 --> 00:20:39,400 What's going on? 235 00:20:39,480 --> 00:20:40,720 - Sir - Why is it so congested? 236 00:20:40,800 --> 00:20:41,880 Please sit inside. 237 00:20:41,960 --> 00:20:43,280 It's too dusty outside. 238 00:20:43,360 --> 00:20:44,440 Why are there so many carriages? 239 00:20:44,840 --> 00:20:46,560 All the officials of Dong Jing, big and small, 240 00:20:46,640 --> 00:20:49,720 are rushing out of the city to the Hanging Temple now. 241 00:20:50,200 --> 00:20:52,400 Even during court sessions, we don’t see this many people. 242 00:20:52,920 --> 00:20:56,080 Court sessions are divided by rank— 243 00:20:56,520 --> 00:20:59,440 lower-ranking officials aren’t even qualified to attend. 244 00:21:00,000 --> 00:21:01,400 And among those who do attend court, 245 00:21:01,480 --> 00:21:03,400 some walk instead of taking carriages. 246 00:21:03,760 --> 00:21:05,680 They can even grab breakfast along the way. 247 00:21:06,280 --> 00:21:07,720 But going to the Hanging Temple— 248 00:21:08,120 --> 00:21:09,960 all officials, big or small, must take carriages. 249 00:21:10,040 --> 00:21:11,120 That's why it's so crowded. 250 00:21:11,960 --> 00:21:13,920 Not everyone is qualified to attend court. 251 00:21:14,000 --> 00:21:15,280 But anyone can go to see the flowers? 252 00:21:16,160 --> 00:21:17,240 It's about shared joy for all. 253 00:21:17,720 --> 00:21:18,880 All officials can attend. 254 00:21:20,160 --> 00:21:21,200 What kind of logic is that? 255 00:21:21,480 --> 00:21:23,720 Are all people officials? What about commoners? 256 00:21:24,600 --> 00:21:26,960 Commoners naturally can't go. 257 00:21:28,680 --> 00:21:30,000 Shared joy for all. 258 00:21:30,800 --> 00:21:31,800 Commoners don't count. 259 00:21:32,840 --> 00:21:35,000 The officials will enjoy it on their behalf. 260 00:21:35,520 --> 00:21:37,200 Even joy needs to be experienced by proxy? 261 00:21:37,800 --> 00:21:39,800 That's why they're called parent-officials. 262 00:21:39,880 --> 00:21:42,400 There are just too many things to worry about. 263 00:21:50,520 --> 00:21:52,640 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 264 00:21:53,040 --> 00:21:55,280 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 265 00:21:55,840 --> 00:21:57,960 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 266 00:21:58,560 --> 00:22:00,560 Third-rank and above, this way please. 267 00:22:01,120 --> 00:22:03,480 Third-rank and above, this way please. 268 00:22:03,560 --> 00:22:04,840 Third-rank and above... 269 00:22:04,920 --> 00:22:06,800 Don't envy them, let's go our own way. 270 00:22:07,360 --> 00:22:09,280 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 271 00:22:09,920 --> 00:22:12,080 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 272 00:22:12,640 --> 00:22:14,120 Lord Fan Xian is an exception. 273 00:22:14,200 --> 00:22:16,120 Lord Fan Xian is an exception. 274 00:22:16,200 --> 00:22:17,840 Lord Fan Xian is an exception. 275 00:22:18,680 --> 00:22:20,120 Lord Fan Xian is an exception. 276 00:22:21,280 --> 00:22:22,600 Lord Fan Xian is an exception. 277 00:22:23,080 --> 00:22:25,240 Third-rank and above, this way please. 278 00:22:25,800 --> 00:22:27,680 Third-rank and above, this way please. 279 00:22:28,280 --> 00:22:30,440 Third-rank and below, proceed straight ahead. 280 00:22:31,000 --> 00:22:32,000 Third-rank and below... 281 00:22:32,080 --> 00:22:34,000 The path for third-rank and above... 282 00:22:34,080 --> 00:22:35,320 is truly satisfying to walk. 283 00:22:36,840 --> 00:22:38,360 Why am I an exception? 284 00:22:38,440 --> 00:22:40,440 Because His Majesty trusts you. 285 00:22:40,520 --> 00:22:43,040 Impossible. Knowing His Majesty's temperament... 286 00:22:43,120 --> 00:22:45,360 he'd surely have me stuck on the official road by now. 287 00:22:58,480 --> 00:23:00,080 - Hurry - This doesn't look right 288 00:23:00,160 --> 00:23:01,160 Let's go 289 00:23:02,000 --> 00:23:03,680 Sir, don't panic 290 00:23:10,800 --> 00:23:12,040 If there's danger, I'll retreat first. 291 00:23:13,280 --> 00:23:14,520 My lightness skill is excellent. 292 00:23:14,600 --> 00:23:15,960 It's easier to call for help. 293 00:23:16,040 --> 00:23:17,120 Then I thank you. 294 00:23:17,200 --> 00:23:18,280 It's only right. 295 00:23:40,400 --> 00:23:42,840 Lord Fan, I've long heard of your great reputation. 296 00:23:43,560 --> 00:23:44,560 I am... 297 00:23:45,600 --> 00:23:46,600 Ye Zhong 298 00:23:53,240 --> 00:23:54,360 Capital Defense 299 00:23:54,440 --> 00:23:56,240 You are Ye Linger's father 300 00:23:56,880 --> 00:23:58,560 Who was in charge of security during the flower viewing event? 301 00:23:59,080 --> 00:24:00,560 Naturally, it was Senior Brother Ye 302 00:24:00,640 --> 00:24:01,680 "Senior Brother Ye"? 303 00:24:02,720 --> 00:24:04,480 That would be Lord Ye Zhong 304 00:24:05,720 --> 00:24:07,320 Ye Zhong of Capital Defense 305 00:24:07,400 --> 00:24:08,840 He's your senior brother? 306 00:24:09,760 --> 00:24:10,760 My direct senior brother 307 00:24:12,720 --> 00:24:15,960 My junior brother has sparred with Lord Fan 308 00:24:16,600 --> 00:24:18,080 Not really a spar, just exchanged one move 309 00:24:18,160 --> 00:24:21,080 My daughter often praises Lord Fan's exceptional skills 310 00:24:21,160 --> 00:24:22,400 I'm flattered 311 00:24:22,480 --> 00:24:23,560 You sparred with my junior brother 312 00:24:23,640 --> 00:24:24,800 Sparred with my daughter 313 00:24:25,360 --> 00:24:26,360 But won't spar with me 314 00:24:26,800 --> 00:24:29,320 - Isn't that looking down on me? - What kind of logic is that? 315 00:24:29,400 --> 00:24:30,600 Just one move 316 00:24:58,560 --> 00:24:59,800 Not bad 317 00:25:01,240 --> 00:25:02,240 Not bad 318 00:25:02,960 --> 00:25:05,120 -Is it ninth-grade? -Can hold its own 319 00:25:06,440 --> 00:25:07,800 The new generation surpasses the old 320 00:25:08,880 --> 00:25:09,880 Retreat 321 00:25:14,800 --> 00:25:17,240 Lord Ye sought me out specifically just to test a move? 322 00:25:18,360 --> 00:25:19,880 A word in private 323 00:25:21,320 --> 00:25:23,200 You, go stand over there 324 00:25:28,800 --> 00:25:29,800 Young Master Fan 325 00:25:30,160 --> 00:25:31,280 Today at the Hanging Temple 326 00:25:31,920 --> 00:25:33,720 We'd appreciate your extra vigilance 327 00:25:34,280 --> 00:25:35,320 What do you mean? 328 00:25:35,400 --> 00:25:36,520 By His Majesty's decree 329 00:25:36,600 --> 00:25:39,920 We imperial guards must not disturb the flower viewing 330 00:25:40,000 --> 00:25:43,080 So the perimeter is heavily guarded for miles around 331 00:25:43,160 --> 00:25:44,160 Yet 332 00:25:44,720 --> 00:25:47,840 Inside the temple, only palace guards are stationed 333 00:25:48,440 --> 00:25:49,520 We're short-handed 334 00:25:49,960 --> 00:25:51,840 Minister Ye suspects assassins? 335 00:25:51,920 --> 00:25:52,960 Not exactly 336 00:25:54,760 --> 00:25:56,040 Just being cautious 337 00:25:56,120 --> 00:25:58,360 Why doesn't Minister Ye guard it personally? 338 00:25:58,440 --> 00:25:59,440 I must go 339 00:25:59,520 --> 00:26:00,720 But 340 00:26:01,640 --> 00:26:02,960 We're still understaffed 341 00:26:03,520 --> 00:26:04,560 Why ask me? 342 00:26:04,640 --> 00:26:06,840 Among the flower-viewing officials 343 00:26:06,920 --> 00:26:08,520 You're the only capable fighter 344 00:26:09,080 --> 00:26:10,920 Isn't Eunuch Hong Sixiang going? 345 00:26:11,000 --> 00:26:12,240 Only His Majesty knows 346 00:26:13,040 --> 00:26:14,080 I can't exactly ask 347 00:26:14,160 --> 00:26:15,240 What about Commander Gong Dian? 348 00:26:15,320 --> 00:26:16,480 If my junior brother were still here 349 00:26:16,960 --> 00:26:18,560 We wouldn't need to trouble you 350 00:26:20,760 --> 00:26:23,760 Minister Ye, this is our first meeting? 351 00:26:23,840 --> 00:26:26,240 I oversee capital defense 352 00:26:26,760 --> 00:26:28,120 Commanding the city garrison 353 00:26:28,640 --> 00:26:30,840 Unless you rebel 354 00:26:31,280 --> 00:26:33,680 We won't meet often 355 00:26:33,760 --> 00:26:36,080 Didn't you consider I might refuse? 356 00:26:36,160 --> 00:26:37,680 I did 357 00:26:39,640 --> 00:26:40,680 Meaning what? 358 00:26:43,520 --> 00:26:45,840 I heard you have debts 359 00:26:46,360 --> 00:26:47,400 A small token 360 00:26:50,080 --> 00:26:52,240 Return it if nothing goes wrong 361 00:26:52,320 --> 00:26:54,800 - Return it? - So you won't get it back if nothing happens? 362 00:26:57,720 --> 00:26:59,080 Master Ye doing such things 363 00:26:59,680 --> 00:27:01,360 - Doesn't do it often, right? - First time, actually. 364 00:27:02,240 --> 00:27:05,120 So you're afraid a mistake might ruin your future? 365 00:27:05,200 --> 00:27:06,800 That's not important. 366 00:27:06,880 --> 00:27:08,640 Then is it loyalty to the country? 367 00:27:09,840 --> 00:27:11,240 Well... you know that saying? 368 00:27:11,320 --> 00:27:15,200 Something about wind and green... 369 00:27:15,280 --> 00:27:16,480 What was it again? 370 00:27:18,520 --> 00:27:20,240 These are all soldiers I trained. 371 00:27:20,320 --> 00:27:23,080 If anything goes wrong, they'll suffer the most. 372 00:27:23,160 --> 00:27:25,440 There's a saying—when strong winds blow, 373 00:27:25,520 --> 00:27:27,560 it's the nameless who fall first. 374 00:27:30,040 --> 00:27:31,400 "Winds rise from the rustling of grass." 375 00:27:32,000 --> 00:27:33,680 Yes... that's the one. 376 00:27:33,760 --> 00:27:35,080 That’s not how it’s used. 377 00:27:35,920 --> 00:27:36,920 Close enough. 378 00:27:50,160 --> 00:27:52,600 - Not enough? - You can give it to me when something actually happens. 379 00:27:55,800 --> 00:27:56,840 So that means... 380 00:27:58,440 --> 00:28:01,040 Lord Fan has agreed then. 381 00:28:01,120 --> 00:28:02,440 But rest assured, Lord Ye... 382 00:28:03,440 --> 00:28:05,800 The Flower Appreciation Festival happens every three years and has always been safe. 383 00:28:05,880 --> 00:28:06,880 In this world... 384 00:28:07,240 --> 00:28:08,400 there aren't that many accidents. 385 00:28:24,880 --> 00:28:25,880 -Lord Ye -Lord Ye 386 00:28:32,000 --> 00:28:33,000 -Lord Ye -Lord Ye 387 00:28:49,200 --> 00:28:50,400 My lord 388 00:28:51,040 --> 00:28:52,440 We've arrived 389 00:28:54,680 --> 00:28:56,040 Alright, find a spot to park 390 00:28:57,400 --> 00:29:00,000 Wait, aren't we going into the temple to admire the flowers? 391 00:29:00,080 --> 00:29:01,320 Can't be bothered with the crowd 392 00:29:01,400 --> 00:29:02,400 Besides... 393 00:29:02,480 --> 00:29:04,480 From that height, are we even seeing flowers anymore? 394 00:29:05,120 --> 00:29:07,040 If not flowers, then what? 395 00:29:09,640 --> 00:29:11,280 -Young Master Qin -Greetings, Young Master Fan 396 00:29:12,680 --> 00:29:13,960 Where is your father? 397 00:29:14,040 --> 00:29:15,560 My father prefers napping at home 398 00:29:17,200 --> 00:29:18,760 Did Minister Fan go up? 399 00:29:18,840 --> 00:29:20,000 Most likely 400 00:29:21,440 --> 00:29:22,600 Then he must be... 401 00:29:25,480 --> 00:29:27,360 -On that level -How do you know? 402 00:29:28,200 --> 00:29:29,560 His Majesty is on the top level 403 00:29:30,120 --> 00:29:32,520 Each lower level is arranged by rank and title 404 00:29:32,600 --> 00:29:34,120 Perfectly orderly, no mistakes 405 00:29:55,360 --> 00:29:57,280 Don't worry, it's sturdy 406 00:29:57,360 --> 00:29:58,360 You won't fall 407 00:30:04,480 --> 00:30:05,480 Big brother 408 00:30:10,160 --> 00:30:11,160 Little one afraid of heights? 409 00:30:12,200 --> 00:30:13,280 Three years ago, still small 410 00:30:14,080 --> 00:30:15,280 Didn’t come to see the flowers 411 00:30:15,360 --> 00:30:17,080 Who knew it’d be so scary 412 00:30:17,160 --> 00:30:19,280 What’s there to fear? Watch me 413 00:30:24,840 --> 00:30:26,600 Only by standing high can one see far 414 00:30:27,000 --> 00:30:28,960 That's how you get the commanding view 415 00:30:29,800 --> 00:30:30,800 Come on... 416 00:30:30,880 --> 00:30:31,880 I don't dare 417 00:30:33,840 --> 00:30:34,840 Everyone's different 418 00:30:34,920 --> 00:30:37,000 Not everyone wants to be like Your Highness 419 00:30:37,080 --> 00:30:38,440 Always seeking higher ground 420 00:30:38,520 --> 00:30:39,720 Second Brother is afraid of heights too? 421 00:30:47,520 --> 00:30:48,840 Height doesn't really matter 422 00:30:49,640 --> 00:30:51,320 What's fun is watching someone fall 423 00:30:57,680 --> 00:30:58,960 As long as I stand firm, 424 00:30:59,960 --> 00:31:01,360 no one can make me fall. 425 00:31:02,800 --> 00:31:03,800 Is that so? 426 00:31:17,480 --> 00:31:18,640 Standing firm is useless 427 00:31:19,400 --> 00:31:20,760 You need someone to protect you 428 00:31:30,640 --> 00:31:31,880 Scared? 429 00:31:39,920 --> 00:31:42,520 Thank you for saving my life, Second Brother. 430 00:31:43,240 --> 00:31:44,240 No problem. 431 00:31:47,920 --> 00:31:52,440 -We wish Your Majesty boundless health and prosperity -We wish Your Majesty boundless health and prosperity 432 00:31:52,520 --> 00:31:54,840 -May the Great Qing's reign endure eternally -May the Great Qing's reign endure eternally 433 00:31:54,920 --> 00:31:58,720 -Long live Your Majesty, ten thousand years and beyond -Long live Your Majesty, ten thousand years and beyond 434 00:32:07,040 --> 00:32:08,200 Between people... 435 00:32:08,280 --> 00:32:10,280 The hierarchy is so clearly defined. 436 00:32:10,360 --> 00:32:12,720 Only with clear divisions can one climb upward. 437 00:32:12,800 --> 00:32:14,200 As Young Master Fan said, 438 00:32:14,280 --> 00:32:15,400 When you stand that high, 439 00:32:15,800 --> 00:32:16,920 you're not admiring flowers, 440 00:32:17,000 --> 00:32:18,280 but the path through the clouds. 441 00:32:18,640 --> 00:32:19,920 The celestial platform. 442 00:32:20,720 --> 00:32:21,760 My lord, 443 00:32:22,960 --> 00:32:24,440 Over there... 444 00:32:24,520 --> 00:32:26,320 - Fire? - Fire! 445 00:32:26,400 --> 00:32:28,600 - Fire! - Fire! 446 00:32:28,680 --> 00:32:30,880 - Get water! - Bring water! 447 00:32:35,000 --> 00:32:36,240 Quick... put out the fire! 448 00:32:36,320 --> 00:32:38,320 Hurry up, move quickly! 449 00:32:38,960 --> 00:32:41,520 Hurry, go up quickly, use more sand and stones! 450 00:32:41,600 --> 00:32:42,920 Faster... 451 00:32:43,480 --> 00:32:45,120 - Faster... - Faster! 452 00:32:45,200 --> 00:32:46,200 Quick... 453 00:32:48,160 --> 00:32:50,160 Young Master Fan, why aren't you going to protect His Majesty? 454 00:32:50,240 --> 00:32:52,440 Old Wang, assist Lord Ye in investigating the fire's origin. 455 00:32:52,520 --> 00:32:54,280 - Yes. - Coming... 456 00:33:04,840 --> 00:33:05,840 Your Majesty 457 00:33:06,480 --> 00:33:08,160 -Quick, bring water -Your subject Fan Xian requests an audience 458 00:33:16,800 --> 00:33:18,840 Your Majesty, someone set a fire. 459 00:33:20,800 --> 00:33:21,800 You did it, didn't you? 460 00:33:23,040 --> 00:33:24,360 I came to protect Your Majesty. 461 00:33:24,440 --> 00:33:25,520 "Protect you"? 462 00:33:29,480 --> 00:33:31,560 -The fire? -It's out. 463 00:33:31,640 --> 00:33:33,240 If it's out, what are you protecting me from? 464 00:33:33,320 --> 00:33:34,720 I was concerned for Your Majesty's safety. 465 00:33:35,320 --> 00:33:36,360 How disappointing. 466 00:33:38,400 --> 00:33:39,440 Enter. 467 00:33:42,160 --> 00:33:43,600 Inspect everything carefully. 468 00:33:43,960 --> 00:33:45,120 Don't leave a single spark. 469 00:33:45,200 --> 00:33:46,680 Look at this fire starter. 470 00:33:48,000 --> 00:33:50,480 -Fire starter? -This fire appears to be man-made. 471 00:33:51,920 --> 00:33:53,040 The fire's origin is indeed suspicious. 472 00:33:53,120 --> 00:33:55,840 If there really is an assassin, this high cliff area is the hardest to defend. 473 00:33:56,320 --> 00:33:57,960 Your Majesty should return to the capital for safety. 474 00:33:58,480 --> 00:34:01,160 What storms haven't I weathered in my life? 475 00:34:01,520 --> 00:34:03,240 An unlit fire 476 00:34:04,240 --> 00:34:06,200 has frightened you to this extent. 477 00:34:06,760 --> 00:34:09,360 Your Majesty has survived forty-three assassination attempts. 478 00:34:09,440 --> 00:34:10,600 Never retreated... 479 00:34:16,440 --> 00:34:18,360 So His Majesty still refuses to rescind today's decree? 480 00:34:18,440 --> 00:34:19,600 Still not convinced? 481 00:34:19,680 --> 00:34:20,720 Absolutely not convinced. 482 00:34:24,800 --> 00:34:25,880 This is defying the imperial decree. 483 00:34:26,280 --> 00:34:27,360 It's not that I wish to defy the decree, 484 00:34:27,840 --> 00:34:28,920 but facing today's situation, 485 00:34:29,000 --> 00:34:30,840 everyone present would want to defy it. 486 00:34:30,920 --> 00:34:32,120 I... I wouldn't. 487 00:34:32,200 --> 00:34:34,160 His Majesty is ruler of Qing Nation and its people. 488 00:34:34,240 --> 00:34:35,920 The nation's safety rests on his shoulders alone. 489 00:34:36,000 --> 00:34:37,560 Now with assassination risks at Xuankong Temple, 490 00:34:37,880 --> 00:34:40,760 if we obey His Majesty's order to stay, 491 00:34:40,840 --> 00:34:42,440 we'd be abandoning concern for his safety. 492 00:34:42,920 --> 00:34:44,160 A truly loyal subject 493 00:34:44,240 --> 00:34:46,800 protects His Majesty even if it means defying orders. 494 00:34:51,640 --> 00:34:54,400 Not that among flowers I favor chrysanthemums alone, 495 00:34:55,560 --> 00:34:56,960 but when this flower fades... 496 00:34:58,440 --> 00:35:00,400 no others remain. 497 00:35:09,600 --> 00:35:10,920 How magnificent. 498 00:35:16,480 --> 00:35:17,920 Alright, thanks... 499 00:35:18,280 --> 00:35:20,440 - Come... - Truly a breathtaking sight 500 00:35:24,400 --> 00:35:26,360 Your Majesty might ask the princes 501 00:35:26,440 --> 00:35:27,920 if they share my thoughts 502 00:35:29,240 --> 00:35:31,320 Father, Fan Xian makes a valid point 503 00:35:31,400 --> 00:35:33,320 Your Majesty alone bears the safety of the realm 504 00:35:33,400 --> 00:35:34,400 This cannot go unexamined 505 00:35:36,120 --> 00:35:38,680 You all certainly have a way with words 506 00:35:39,200 --> 00:35:40,880 Every word comes from the heart 507 00:35:43,280 --> 00:35:44,320 Strange 508 00:35:45,160 --> 00:35:49,040 How did Fan Jian raise a son like you? 509 00:35:53,000 --> 00:35:54,000 Reporting to Your Majesty 510 00:35:54,520 --> 00:35:55,800 I grew up in Danzhou 511 00:35:56,200 --> 00:35:58,080 With no guidance, growing wild 512 00:36:08,360 --> 00:36:10,240 You suffered much in your early years 513 00:36:11,000 --> 00:36:12,840 But since coming to the capital 514 00:36:12,920 --> 00:36:14,640 You've been thriving remarkably 515 00:36:15,680 --> 00:36:16,680 Therefore 516 00:36:16,760 --> 00:36:18,360 Your elders owe you nothing 517 00:36:19,600 --> 00:36:20,800 Your Majesty has the final say 518 00:36:20,880 --> 00:36:21,880 Enough 519 00:36:22,640 --> 00:36:24,560 Don't spoil my mood further 520 00:36:25,120 --> 00:36:26,680 Today is a good day 521 00:36:27,320 --> 00:36:28,840 For drinking and admiring flowers 522 00:36:30,040 --> 00:36:31,120 Come 523 00:36:36,000 --> 00:36:37,000 Let us... 524 00:36:37,560 --> 00:36:38,760 Share a drink 525 00:36:38,840 --> 00:36:41,680 - Long live Your Majesty - Long live Your Majesty 526 00:36:51,040 --> 00:36:53,680 I've placed Li Chengze under house arrest for half a year. 527 00:36:53,760 --> 00:36:54,760 Are you satisfied now? 528 00:36:54,840 --> 00:36:55,840 I wouldn't dare. 529 00:36:57,400 --> 00:36:58,400 Go. 530 00:36:58,920 --> 00:36:59,920 Have a drink with him. 531 00:37:06,160 --> 00:37:07,200 Your Highness 532 00:37:07,280 --> 00:37:08,840 This is no personal grudge between us 533 00:37:08,920 --> 00:37:11,360 It's the law that must be satisfied, not me 534 00:37:11,440 --> 00:37:13,800 We must settle this between us 535 00:37:13,880 --> 00:37:14,920 Wait for that day 536 00:37:15,000 --> 00:37:16,560 - There will be time enough - It's just around the corner 537 00:37:39,200 --> 00:37:40,840 Your Majesty, that's all finished... 538 00:38:00,520 --> 00:38:02,760 -Assassin! -Assassin! 539 00:38:03,080 --> 00:38:04,600 Protect His Majesty! 540 00:38:05,120 --> 00:38:06,400 Protect His Majesty 541 00:38:11,400 --> 00:38:12,800 Quickly rescue His Majesty 542 00:38:12,880 --> 00:38:14,960 Protect His Majesty 543 00:38:26,040 --> 00:38:27,200 Your Majesty 544 00:38:58,160 --> 00:38:59,320 Take it 545 00:39:11,040 --> 00:39:13,040 I heard that Four-Cornered Sword has a younger brother 546 00:39:13,120 --> 00:39:15,360 who ran away from home at a young age 547 00:39:15,840 --> 00:39:16,960 Grab him 548 00:39:17,040 --> 00:39:18,920 Let me see 549 00:39:19,000 --> 00:39:20,840 these two brothers 550 00:39:20,920 --> 00:39:23,400 Are they fools? 551 00:39:23,480 --> 00:39:24,720 Protect His Majesty 552 00:39:26,760 --> 00:39:28,440 You acted recklessly 553 00:39:32,360 --> 00:39:35,440 -Assassins! -Assassins! 554 00:39:35,520 --> 00:39:36,520 Protect His Majesty 555 00:39:37,120 --> 00:39:38,720 Go protect His Majesty quickly 556 00:39:38,800 --> 00:39:40,360 Protect His Majesty 557 00:40:14,760 --> 00:40:15,760 Your Majesty 558 00:40:16,200 --> 00:40:18,760 Your Majesty, why did Fan Xian chase after them alone? 559 00:40:18,840 --> 00:40:21,480 Why aren't you concerned about my safety? 560 00:40:22,040 --> 00:40:23,840 Your Majesty's fortune is as solid as a bell 561 00:40:23,920 --> 00:40:25,000 Naturally, you'll emerge unscathed 562 00:40:25,080 --> 00:40:26,720 - But my son... - Don't worry 563 00:40:26,800 --> 00:40:29,080 The imperial guards have sealed the mountain, Fan Xian will be fine 564 00:40:29,160 --> 00:40:30,200 - But... - Come 565 00:40:31,480 --> 00:40:32,520 Accompany me in admiring the flowers 566 00:42:16,000 --> 00:42:17,000 Young Master Fan 567 00:42:17,720 --> 00:42:18,840 Aren't you tired? 568 00:42:20,200 --> 00:42:22,400 After the assassination attempt, instead of hiding in the mountains 569 00:42:22,480 --> 00:42:23,560 you still want to return to the capital? 570 00:42:24,800 --> 00:42:26,920 I didn't expect Young Master Fan to pursue so relentlessly 571 00:42:27,600 --> 00:42:29,840 When I mentioned returning to the capital, you didn't deny it 572 00:42:29,920 --> 00:42:31,360 which means you're already in the capital 573 00:42:34,760 --> 00:42:35,960 You're just spouting nonsense here 574 00:42:36,040 --> 00:42:37,240 I'll simply play along with you 575 00:42:37,320 --> 00:42:38,320 Why bother denying it? 576 00:42:39,560 --> 00:42:40,560 You're absolutely right 577 00:42:41,040 --> 00:42:42,360 That last statement was complete nonsense 578 00:42:42,440 --> 00:42:43,720 But your current reaction 579 00:42:43,800 --> 00:42:45,080 makes me even more certain 580 00:42:45,160 --> 00:42:47,680 that you've indeed been hiding in the capital all along 581 00:42:48,480 --> 00:42:49,480 Does it matter? 582 00:42:49,560 --> 00:42:52,040 You know the imperial guards' encirclement like the back of your hand. Why? 583 00:42:52,120 --> 00:42:55,000 Because I never intended to harm you 584 00:42:57,320 --> 00:42:58,800 Are you Four Glances Sword's younger brother?