1 00:01:25,320 --> 00:01:30,920 Joy of Life 2 2 00:01:34,840 --> 00:01:37,760 What did Chen Pingping tell you? 3 00:01:38,440 --> 00:01:39,440 Your Majesty 4 00:01:40,160 --> 00:01:41,160 He mentioned 5 00:01:41,680 --> 00:01:43,120 the backgrounds of the three assassins 6 00:01:43,600 --> 00:01:44,600 What else? 7 00:01:45,320 --> 00:01:46,800 He also said this fire 8 00:01:47,360 --> 00:01:48,920 might have been set by Your Majesty 9 00:01:53,080 --> 00:01:54,560 That old fool 10 00:01:57,760 --> 00:01:58,760 What else did he say? 11 00:01:58,840 --> 00:01:59,840 He also said... 12 00:02:00,960 --> 00:02:03,280 Your Majesty did this to drive the Ye family away 13 00:02:04,680 --> 00:02:05,840 Not the Ye family 14 00:02:06,480 --> 00:02:08,800 But related to one person from the Ye family 15 00:02:08,880 --> 00:02:11,040 - Ye Liuyun? - Ye Liuyun is in Jiangnan 16 00:02:11,120 --> 00:02:12,400 I heard he's wandering the world 17 00:02:12,480 --> 00:02:15,680 I sent him twelve secret decrees ordering his return to the capital 18 00:02:15,760 --> 00:02:18,120 Yet he ignored them all 19 00:02:18,200 --> 00:02:20,080 - Defying the decree? - Yes, defying the decree 20 00:02:20,160 --> 00:02:21,400 Do you know why? 21 00:02:22,440 --> 00:02:24,480 Because he's a Grandmaster 22 00:02:24,560 --> 00:02:28,480 These people are now beyond ordinary opposition 23 00:02:28,560 --> 00:02:30,800 Sword Saint alone with his sword 24 00:02:31,160 --> 00:02:33,720 Has guarded Dongyi City for decades 25 00:02:34,280 --> 00:02:36,280 A million troops can't approach 26 00:02:36,360 --> 00:02:37,400 Why? 27 00:02:38,200 --> 00:02:39,200 Simply because 28 00:02:40,120 --> 00:02:42,280 They're all Grandmasters 29 00:02:45,480 --> 00:02:46,480 These people 30 00:02:46,880 --> 00:02:48,240 Disregard imperial law 31 00:02:48,600 --> 00:02:50,840 Treat rules as worthless 32 00:02:59,480 --> 00:03:01,120 Can you still call them human? 33 00:03:03,680 --> 00:03:06,000 Are they strategic weapons? 34 00:03:10,200 --> 00:03:11,400 Wrong. 35 00:03:11,480 --> 00:03:13,480 Weapons don't have emotions. 36 00:03:13,560 --> 00:03:14,960 The only thing that might restrain them 37 00:03:15,360 --> 00:03:16,560 is their humanity. 38 00:03:17,440 --> 00:03:19,440 These so-called grandmasters 39 00:03:19,960 --> 00:03:22,240 are actually a disease upon this world. 40 00:03:23,720 --> 00:03:25,000 Then why did you drive the Ye family away? 41 00:03:28,560 --> 00:03:30,040 I wanted to see if Ye Liuyun 42 00:03:30,120 --> 00:03:32,280 still possesses so-called familial bonds. 43 00:03:34,680 --> 00:03:36,960 But if he truly snaps, how will you handle it? 44 00:03:37,040 --> 00:03:39,240 The Ye family still has people in the capital. 45 00:03:41,000 --> 00:03:42,000 Ye Linger? 46 00:04:04,560 --> 00:04:05,720 I'll go to Dingzhou with you. 47 00:04:06,920 --> 00:04:07,920 Ling'er 48 00:04:08,640 --> 00:04:10,240 Father has wronged you. 49 00:04:11,480 --> 00:04:12,640 Leaving you in the capital 50 00:04:13,160 --> 00:04:14,480 was not to protect you. 51 00:04:16,280 --> 00:04:17,840 Do you know why Father went to Dingzhou? 52 00:04:19,960 --> 00:04:21,040 The defense failed its duty. 53 00:04:24,040 --> 00:04:25,240 That was the punishment. 54 00:04:25,920 --> 00:04:27,720 So our Ye family 55 00:04:28,240 --> 00:04:30,880 must have one person remain in the capital. 56 00:04:32,040 --> 00:04:34,560 You are the hostage Father chose. 57 00:04:40,720 --> 00:04:41,720 As long as you're here 58 00:04:43,120 --> 00:04:44,520 I feel at ease 59 00:04:54,040 --> 00:04:55,040 Ling'er 60 00:04:55,640 --> 00:04:56,640 I'm sorry 61 00:04:58,760 --> 00:04:59,760 Father... 62 00:05:00,800 --> 00:05:02,200 We can only choose one 63 00:05:04,680 --> 00:05:05,680 From now on 64 00:05:07,280 --> 00:05:09,240 never engage in that chivalrous nonsense again 65 00:05:10,320 --> 00:05:11,320 Remember 66 00:05:12,400 --> 00:05:13,400 In Dong Jing 67 00:05:14,720 --> 00:05:15,800 A fatherless child 68 00:05:16,440 --> 00:05:17,720 should do nothing at all 69 00:05:22,160 --> 00:05:23,240 I understand 70 00:05:28,440 --> 00:05:31,320 How do you feel about the Second Prince lately? 71 00:05:32,320 --> 00:05:33,400 Why do you ask? 72 00:05:34,720 --> 00:05:35,800 You can marry him 73 00:05:36,200 --> 00:05:38,440 But don’t keep him in your heart 74 00:05:40,240 --> 00:05:41,240 Why? 75 00:05:43,680 --> 00:05:44,840 If you fall for him 76 00:05:45,720 --> 00:05:47,000 There’s no turning back 77 00:05:54,120 --> 00:05:55,200 I understand 78 00:05:56,360 --> 00:05:57,680 I am the Ye family's last resort 79 00:06:00,360 --> 00:06:02,280 I wish you didn't have to understand this 80 00:06:03,280 --> 00:06:04,320 But there's no other way 81 00:06:05,000 --> 00:06:06,000 In this world... 82 00:06:07,240 --> 00:06:08,680 things rarely go as planned 83 00:06:27,680 --> 00:06:28,920 Don't hate anyone 84 00:06:30,200 --> 00:06:31,400 Live well 85 00:06:32,240 --> 00:06:33,240 My daughter 86 00:07:08,680 --> 00:07:10,520 As long as people are present, 87 00:07:11,480 --> 00:07:13,840 there's always room for negotiation, isn't there? 88 00:07:15,960 --> 00:07:17,880 The reason Ye Ling'er stayed in the capital 89 00:07:18,680 --> 00:07:20,280 was because of her engagement to the Second Prince. 90 00:07:21,480 --> 00:07:23,320 You've been anticipating this day since the engagement was decreed. 91 00:07:24,440 --> 00:07:25,560 Why are you telling me this? 92 00:07:27,640 --> 00:07:30,200 At the Hanging Temple, I was surrounded by enemies. 93 00:07:30,640 --> 00:07:31,920 Yet you abandoned me 94 00:07:32,000 --> 00:07:33,880 to save the Third Prince. Why? 95 00:07:40,600 --> 00:07:41,720 Why 96 00:07:42,720 --> 00:07:45,720 If I hadn't blocked that sword at the time 97 00:07:46,760 --> 00:07:48,600 the Third Prince would surely have died. 98 00:07:48,680 --> 00:07:51,720 So in your eyes, my life is worth less than the Third Prince's? 99 00:07:57,400 --> 00:07:58,560 A sword in front, a blade behind 100 00:07:58,640 --> 00:07:59,840 I could only block one 101 00:08:00,720 --> 00:08:02,600 At that moment, the sword seemed more threatening 102 00:08:03,000 --> 00:08:04,120 Save the Third Prince 103 00:08:04,760 --> 00:08:06,240 It was merely acting on instinct 104 00:08:06,800 --> 00:08:09,680 You could've used the Third Prince as a shield 105 00:08:10,240 --> 00:08:12,120 Then you wouldn't have gotten hurt. 106 00:08:12,680 --> 00:08:14,880 It happened so suddenly, I didn't have time to think. 107 00:08:14,960 --> 00:08:16,840 I only thought of blocking the sword to save someone. 108 00:08:20,880 --> 00:08:22,120 Rest well. 109 00:08:23,200 --> 00:08:24,640 Once you've recovered a bit... 110 00:08:25,120 --> 00:08:26,120 I... 111 00:08:27,080 --> 00:08:28,320 I'll take you to... 112 00:08:29,280 --> 00:08:30,800 a place you wish to visit. 113 00:08:40,040 --> 00:08:41,800 Back in Xinyang, I kept wondering 114 00:08:41,880 --> 00:08:43,880 why they suddenly arranged a marriage for you? 115 00:08:46,360 --> 00:08:48,960 Turns out they're using you as a royal 116 00:08:50,000 --> 00:08:51,400 and a bargaining chip with the Ye family. 117 00:08:52,520 --> 00:08:53,720 Functionally speaking, 118 00:08:54,960 --> 00:08:56,560 this counts as a political marriage. 119 00:09:01,200 --> 00:09:03,280 Should I add some dowry for you, niece? 120 00:09:08,120 --> 00:09:09,120 Aunt, 121 00:09:09,800 --> 00:09:11,440 we're allies. 122 00:09:11,520 --> 00:09:13,160 You've already suffered complete defeat. 123 00:09:13,920 --> 00:09:15,720 Why would I ally with a failure? 124 00:09:16,640 --> 00:09:18,440 Aren't you still living under my roof? 125 00:09:18,520 --> 00:09:20,400 Then kill me to vent your anger. 126 00:09:21,840 --> 00:09:23,360 But we mustn't actually go mad. 127 00:09:27,520 --> 00:09:28,680 Think about yourself. 128 00:09:30,480 --> 00:09:31,680 The marriage pact is our alliance. 129 00:09:32,160 --> 00:09:34,880 If the Ye family falls, you'll sink with them. 130 00:09:36,000 --> 00:09:37,640 Until they return to the capital, 131 00:09:38,960 --> 00:09:40,560 your imperial prospects 132 00:09:41,400 --> 00:09:42,400 remain dim. 133 00:09:46,960 --> 00:09:49,400 But there's another path. 134 00:09:49,480 --> 00:09:50,520 Is there really? 135 00:09:51,480 --> 00:09:52,480 Yes. 136 00:09:53,400 --> 00:09:54,800 Kill Ye Ling'er. 137 00:09:55,560 --> 00:09:57,960 Sever all ties with the Ye family. 138 00:09:58,040 --> 00:09:59,560 Make a clean break with them. 139 00:10:05,560 --> 00:10:06,680 Bi An 140 00:10:14,720 --> 00:10:15,720 Go to the Ye family's place 141 00:10:15,800 --> 00:10:16,880 Tell Ye Ling'er 142 00:10:18,000 --> 00:10:20,160 The marriage pact is sealed—we share weal and woe. 143 00:10:20,240 --> 00:10:23,360 One day, I will restore her Ye family to the capital. 144 00:10:25,320 --> 00:10:27,520 Auntie, I think 145 00:10:27,960 --> 00:10:30,160 Offering help in need is better than adding flowers to brocade 146 00:10:30,680 --> 00:10:31,760 Moreover, right now 147 00:10:32,680 --> 00:10:34,080 The Ye family needs support 148 00:10:36,040 --> 00:10:38,520 Wouldn't it be cleaner if you killed Ye Ling'er? 149 00:10:39,560 --> 00:10:42,200 Otherwise if something happens to the Ye family, you'll be finished too 150 00:10:42,280 --> 00:10:43,480 Ye Liuyun is still here 151 00:10:43,560 --> 00:10:44,960 The Ye family won't collapse 152 00:10:46,160 --> 00:10:47,160 Alright 153 00:10:48,360 --> 00:10:49,520 How boring 154 00:10:49,600 --> 00:10:51,120 If I may ask, auntie 155 00:10:51,600 --> 00:10:54,280 Were you really trying to help me earlier? 156 00:10:56,480 --> 00:10:58,160 I just wanted to see rivers of blood 157 00:10:58,480 --> 00:10:59,920 Then I've disappointed you, auntie 158 00:11:00,000 --> 00:11:01,840 I'll set off for Xinyang now 159 00:11:03,120 --> 00:11:04,120 So sudden 160 00:11:04,200 --> 00:11:06,760 No show to watch, why stay here? 161 00:11:16,080 --> 00:11:17,080 Master 162 00:11:17,640 --> 00:11:18,880 -Master -Master 163 00:11:19,600 --> 00:11:20,600 -Master -Master 164 00:11:21,400 --> 00:11:22,520 -Master -Master 165 00:11:22,800 --> 00:11:23,800 Master 166 00:11:24,920 --> 00:11:25,920 A father's love is as steadfast as a mountain 167 00:11:26,960 --> 00:11:28,680 You are truly the highest peak among men 168 00:11:30,880 --> 00:11:31,880 Has the master risen? 169 00:11:32,440 --> 00:11:33,440 He has 170 00:11:35,040 --> 00:11:36,400 I must go to the Ministry of Revenue 171 00:11:36,480 --> 00:11:38,440 The silver Fan Xian obtained 172 00:11:38,520 --> 00:11:39,960 Must be used for disaster relief 173 00:11:42,840 --> 00:11:43,840 Everyone may disperse now 174 00:11:46,880 --> 00:11:49,880 The master won't enter the palace to see Fan Xian, nor will he let me go 175 00:11:51,120 --> 00:11:52,360 Seems correct 176 00:11:53,240 --> 00:11:54,640 That's certainly correct 177 00:11:55,480 --> 00:11:58,440 In the imperial harem, one must consider things more carefully 178 00:11:59,160 --> 00:12:00,600 It's indeed inappropriate 179 00:12:01,360 --> 00:12:02,520 Good that you've realized 180 00:12:10,120 --> 00:12:11,240 What's wrong? 181 00:12:11,320 --> 00:12:12,840 Is my hair messy? 182 00:12:13,480 --> 00:12:16,280 Let's change the color of this hair ornament. 183 00:12:16,920 --> 00:12:18,680 What's this about colors? 184 00:12:18,760 --> 00:12:20,520 How come after just a short nap, 185 00:12:20,880 --> 00:12:22,320 everything has become so strange? 186 00:12:22,840 --> 00:12:23,920 What's going on? 187 00:12:24,000 --> 00:12:25,480 We've all heard. 188 00:12:25,560 --> 00:12:26,680 Heard what? 189 00:12:35,640 --> 00:12:36,760 Enough. 190 00:12:38,520 --> 00:12:39,560 Master. 191 00:12:40,760 --> 00:12:42,720 Fan Xian's birth mother... 192 00:12:43,560 --> 00:12:44,840 Is it Ye Qingmei? 193 00:12:46,520 --> 00:12:47,520 How do you know? 194 00:12:47,600 --> 00:12:48,680 So it's true? 195 00:12:48,760 --> 00:12:51,720 This matter is of great importance—keep it quiet. 196 00:12:52,680 --> 00:12:55,400 But the rumors are already spreading everywhere. 197 00:13:00,360 --> 00:13:01,640 How could this happen? 198 00:13:02,480 --> 00:13:03,760 Not only that... 199 00:13:04,280 --> 00:13:05,280 What else? 200 00:13:05,840 --> 00:13:07,280 Is Fan Xian... 201 00:13:09,400 --> 00:13:10,600 The Emperor's child? 202 00:13:11,960 --> 00:13:13,320 Has this spread too? 203 00:13:16,240 --> 00:13:18,000 This isn't your fault, Master. 204 00:13:18,760 --> 00:13:20,080 The Emperor has acted recklessly. 205 00:13:25,080 --> 00:13:26,200 Pass this order down through the mansion 206 00:13:27,240 --> 00:13:29,040 If such rumors are heard again in the future 207 00:13:30,000 --> 00:13:31,600 Treat them all as baseless gossip 208 00:13:32,160 --> 00:13:33,160 Of course 209 00:13:34,040 --> 00:13:35,160 If it comes down to it 210 00:13:36,320 --> 00:13:37,560 I’ll testify as a witness 211 00:13:37,640 --> 00:13:39,400 Worst case, I’ll claim Fan Xian is my son 212 00:13:39,480 --> 00:13:40,640 You… 213 00:13:40,720 --> 00:13:41,720 You… 214 00:13:41,800 --> 00:13:43,640 What kind of nonsense is this? 215 00:13:45,920 --> 00:13:47,200 Master 216 00:13:47,280 --> 00:13:48,320 The hairpiece 217 00:13:49,200 --> 00:13:50,680 Let’s change the color 218 00:14:02,600 --> 00:14:03,600 Aunt 219 00:14:03,920 --> 00:14:05,720 Are you really planning to return to Xinyang? 220 00:14:07,960 --> 00:14:09,160 Where else can I go? 221 00:14:09,720 --> 00:14:10,720 I see 222 00:14:11,200 --> 00:14:12,560 Everything’s almost packed up. 223 00:14:12,640 --> 00:14:13,960 Reluctant to leave? 224 00:14:14,520 --> 00:14:15,520 Not really. 225 00:14:16,400 --> 00:14:17,400 Aunt 226 00:14:17,720 --> 00:14:21,160 These ledgers and records belong to both of us. 227 00:14:21,960 --> 00:14:24,240 If even a bit of their contents gets exposed, 228 00:14:24,320 --> 00:14:27,760 smuggling with enemy nations would be the least of our crimes. 229 00:14:29,360 --> 00:14:30,920 Would I ever harm myself? 230 00:14:31,000 --> 00:14:32,280 Of course not. 231 00:14:33,000 --> 00:14:34,000 Safety comes first. 232 00:14:34,560 --> 00:14:36,200 It’s precisely because the capital is too dangerous 233 00:14:36,280 --> 00:14:38,400 that I’ll keep these safe for you. 234 00:14:38,480 --> 00:14:41,200 Even now, you still don’t trust me? 235 00:14:41,760 --> 00:14:43,120 If I didn’t trust you, 236 00:14:43,200 --> 00:14:44,520 I would’ve left in secret. 237 00:14:52,960 --> 00:14:53,960 Wait a moment 238 00:14:55,520 --> 00:14:57,040 I want to keep these two 239 00:15:00,560 --> 00:15:01,840 Your Highness, I have urgent matters to report 240 00:15:02,400 --> 00:15:03,520 Take care, Auntie. Please visit often 241 00:15:03,600 --> 00:15:04,880 I have other matters to attend to, so I won’t see you out 242 00:15:06,000 --> 00:15:07,000 Wait a moment 243 00:15:14,200 --> 00:15:15,200 Book 244 00:15:15,960 --> 00:15:17,760 To keep Auntie entertained on her journey 245 00:15:24,120 --> 00:15:25,560 - Speak. - Your Highness, something's wrong. 246 00:15:26,120 --> 00:15:27,760 - Rumors are spreading through the city. - What rumors? 247 00:15:27,840 --> 00:15:29,160 Everyone's talking about it in the streets. 248 00:15:29,240 --> 00:15:31,200 They say Fan Xian's birth mother was Ye Qingmei from back then. 249 00:15:31,280 --> 00:15:32,440 Ye Qingmei? 250 00:15:32,520 --> 00:15:34,000 Fan Jian and Ye Qingmei? 251 00:15:34,360 --> 00:15:35,960 No wonder the imperial treasury was passed to Fan Xian. 252 00:15:36,040 --> 00:15:37,040 Not Fan Jian. 253 00:15:37,600 --> 00:15:39,040 Fan Xian is the Emperor's son. 254 00:15:40,040 --> 00:15:41,640 How dare you believe such street gossip? 255 00:15:41,720 --> 00:15:43,120 This news has spread everywhere. 256 00:15:43,200 --> 00:15:44,720 The Inspection Bureau hasn't explained or stopped it. 257 00:15:44,800 --> 00:15:46,680 If it were false, they would have arrested people by now. 258 00:15:46,760 --> 00:15:49,040 Your Highness, no reaction means it's true. 259 00:15:51,440 --> 00:15:54,080 No wonder. I always said we were alike. 260 00:15:55,160 --> 00:15:56,360 Everyone, stop right now! 261 00:16:01,960 --> 00:16:03,000 Say it again 262 00:16:03,440 --> 00:16:04,520 Whose son is he? 263 00:16:05,080 --> 00:16:06,080 Your Majesty 264 00:16:06,160 --> 00:16:07,240 I said his mother 265 00:16:08,000 --> 00:16:09,000 is Ye Qingmei 266 00:16:19,200 --> 00:16:20,200 You 267 00:16:20,280 --> 00:16:21,280 Come with me 268 00:16:32,360 --> 00:16:34,520 Sachets, pendants 269 00:16:40,600 --> 00:16:42,760 -Someone's trespassing -Stop right there 270 00:16:42,880 --> 00:16:46,840 -Stop... -Stop... 271 00:16:46,920 --> 00:16:52,040 -Stop... -Stop... 272 00:16:53,120 --> 00:16:54,200 Stop 273 00:17:01,280 --> 00:17:02,920 This is the classified area of the Inspection Committee. 274 00:17:03,000 --> 00:17:05,320 What's a Finance Ministry official doing barging in here? 275 00:17:11,760 --> 00:17:12,760 Take it 276 00:17:28,840 --> 00:17:31,680 Fan Xian's background is known throughout the city. 277 00:17:32,800 --> 00:17:34,520 - I know. - What good does that do? 278 00:17:34,600 --> 00:17:36,160 How do we resolve this? And... 279 00:17:37,120 --> 00:17:39,320 This news spread across the capital overnight. 280 00:17:39,400 --> 00:17:41,760 The speed of it is unbelievable. 281 00:17:42,800 --> 00:17:43,800 We must investigate. 282 00:17:45,080 --> 00:17:47,640 Other than the Inspection Bureau, who else could have... 283 00:17:58,160 --> 00:17:59,160 It's you 284 00:17:59,760 --> 00:18:02,400 To be precise, it should be after noon 285 00:18:02,880 --> 00:18:04,960 before the news spreads throughout the capital 286 00:18:05,040 --> 00:18:06,280 The Emperor's intention? 287 00:18:06,840 --> 00:18:09,600 Only with the Emperor's approval 288 00:18:09,680 --> 00:18:10,720 Why? 289 00:18:11,280 --> 00:18:12,840 Fan Xian risked his life to protect the Emperor 290 00:18:14,960 --> 00:18:16,320 The Emperor was moved 291 00:18:16,400 --> 00:18:18,400 Yet you push him to the brink? 292 00:18:20,440 --> 00:18:21,760 A subject becoming a prince 293 00:18:22,400 --> 00:18:23,520 That's a promotion 294 00:18:24,760 --> 00:18:27,240 Fan Xian's origins were hidden all these years 295 00:18:27,320 --> 00:18:29,240 Wasn't it for his safety? 296 00:18:29,320 --> 00:18:31,600 What does the name "Ye Qingmei" represent? 297 00:18:31,680 --> 00:18:35,320 For every person who loved her, another hated her 298 00:18:35,400 --> 00:18:36,800 Hatred— 299 00:18:36,880 --> 00:18:39,880 once stained by it, never fades 300 00:18:48,840 --> 00:18:49,840 I know 301 00:18:55,120 --> 00:18:56,120 I know 302 00:18:58,760 --> 00:18:59,920 I want him dead 303 00:19:00,000 --> 00:19:01,720 Auntie, calm down 304 00:19:01,800 --> 00:19:03,240 I am calm 305 00:19:03,800 --> 00:19:06,240 Ye Qingmei's son must die 306 00:19:06,320 --> 00:19:08,320 No wonder the treasury was handed over to him 307 00:19:09,040 --> 00:19:10,600 This is about returning what rightfully belongs to him 308 00:19:10,680 --> 00:19:12,080 Given Fan Xian's current status 309 00:19:12,160 --> 00:19:13,720 His Majesty won't allow anyone to kill him 310 00:19:13,800 --> 00:19:15,880 But this is what His Majesty owes me 311 00:19:17,080 --> 00:19:18,240 All these years... 312 00:19:19,640 --> 00:19:21,440 Whatever His Majesty needed, I provided. 313 00:19:21,520 --> 00:19:23,720 The tasks inconvenient for him—I handled them. 314 00:19:24,480 --> 00:19:26,640 Those he hesitated to investigate—I investigated for him. 315 00:19:26,720 --> 00:19:28,640 It was me, no one else. 316 00:19:29,840 --> 00:19:31,760 I served His Majesty with utter devotion. 317 00:19:32,760 --> 00:19:34,840 Even when he exiled me from the capital... 318 00:19:34,920 --> 00:19:36,160 I complied with his will. 319 00:19:36,720 --> 00:19:37,720 Aunt... 320 00:19:42,520 --> 00:19:43,640 This isn't over yet. 321 00:19:45,360 --> 00:19:46,960 Even if I'm no longer in the capital... 322 00:19:47,560 --> 00:19:49,920 I remain the sharp blade in His Majesty's hand 323 00:19:50,000 --> 00:19:51,240 He wants to abolish the chancellor position 324 00:19:52,120 --> 00:19:53,760 So I had Yuan Hongdao assist him 325 00:19:53,840 --> 00:19:55,360 Wasn't abolishing the chancellor Aunt's idea? 326 00:19:58,840 --> 00:20:00,040 Why would I want to abolish the chancellor? 327 00:20:01,320 --> 00:20:03,160 I've long settled all accounts with that Lin fellow 328 00:20:04,400 --> 00:20:05,800 It was his idea to abolish the chancellor 329 00:20:06,880 --> 00:20:08,600 Otherwise I wouldn't have had Yuan Hongdao 330 00:20:08,960 --> 00:20:10,760 stay by that Lin's side for so many years 331 00:20:11,520 --> 00:20:12,640 It was me 332 00:20:13,280 --> 00:20:14,320 All these years 333 00:20:14,800 --> 00:20:17,120 I've done everything His Majesty asked of me 334 00:20:18,440 --> 00:20:19,800 But now he still wants... 335 00:20:19,880 --> 00:20:21,840 That woman's son 336 00:20:22,480 --> 00:20:24,760 To take the Imperial Treasury from me 337 00:20:28,200 --> 00:20:29,280 Only this time 338 00:20:30,280 --> 00:20:31,880 I don't care what His Majesty thinks 339 00:20:32,960 --> 00:20:34,640 I want Fan Xian dead 340 00:20:36,560 --> 00:20:37,640 Fan Xian is in the palace 341 00:20:38,280 --> 00:20:39,520 How do you plan to kill him? 342 00:20:44,000 --> 00:20:45,400 In my Guangxin Palace? 343 00:20:45,480 --> 00:20:46,480 Indeed 344 00:21:00,880 --> 00:21:02,160 My Guangxin Palace? 345 00:21:04,160 --> 00:21:05,240 Fan Xian is living there? 346 00:21:07,240 --> 00:21:08,760 And kicked me out? 347 00:21:10,480 --> 00:21:11,840 Yet he moved in 348 00:21:15,320 --> 00:21:17,320 Wait a minute… 349 00:21:18,720 --> 00:21:20,200 Actually, think about it this way 350 00:21:22,280 --> 00:21:23,440 Given Fan Xian's current status 351 00:21:23,520 --> 00:21:25,440 The one who should be most panicked is the Crown Prince 352 00:21:37,400 --> 00:21:38,600 I want him dead 353 00:21:57,400 --> 00:21:59,120 Your Highness, the Queen has arrived. 354 00:21:59,800 --> 00:22:01,640 You fools, why wasn't I informed sooner? 355 00:22:01,720 --> 00:22:03,520 I told them not to announce my arrival. 356 00:22:04,160 --> 00:22:06,920 What? Are you not pleased to see me? 357 00:22:07,680 --> 00:22:08,880 Mother. 358 00:22:11,360 --> 00:22:12,360 Your son... 359 00:22:13,840 --> 00:22:15,160 We respectfully welcome the Queen Mother. 360 00:22:17,200 --> 00:22:18,240 All of you may leave now. 361 00:22:27,080 --> 00:22:28,080 Don't close the door 362 00:22:28,160 --> 00:22:29,160 Her Majesty is afraid of the dark 363 00:22:34,480 --> 00:22:36,200 The Queen Mother hasn't left her chambers for a long time. 364 00:22:37,160 --> 00:22:38,360 Is it because this time... 365 00:22:39,040 --> 00:22:41,560 - Feeling nervous? - Have you heard about Fan Xian? 366 00:22:41,640 --> 00:22:42,960 I was just coming to see you. 367 00:22:44,440 --> 00:22:45,880 Fan Xian controls the Imperial Treasury. 368 00:22:46,360 --> 00:22:47,440 And now heads the Inspection Court. 369 00:22:47,520 --> 00:22:50,480 His current power and status surpass even Li Chengze's. 370 00:22:51,200 --> 00:22:53,760 If the rumors are true, how can you remain calm? 371 00:22:53,840 --> 00:22:55,320 Let's not discuss whether it's true or not. 372 00:22:56,200 --> 00:22:57,720 Even if it's true, it doesn't matter. 373 00:22:58,600 --> 00:22:59,640 I competed with Second Brother. 374 00:22:59,720 --> 00:23:03,680 Because he was taking what he shouldn't have. 375 00:23:04,240 --> 00:23:05,600 If Fan Xian is also a prince... 376 00:23:06,160 --> 00:23:07,160 His surname is Fan. 377 00:23:08,080 --> 00:23:09,680 Even if everyone in the world. 378 00:23:09,760 --> 00:23:11,200 knows he's my brother. 379 00:23:11,720 --> 00:23:12,720 As long as he's surnamed Fan. 380 00:23:12,800 --> 00:23:14,240 He has no right to compete with me. 381 00:23:17,400 --> 00:23:19,720 Illegitimate bloodlines don't enter the royal family. 382 00:23:19,800 --> 00:23:21,720 Mother, regarding his bloodline. 383 00:23:21,800 --> 00:23:24,760 At most he can only control the Imperial Treasury and Inspection Court. 384 00:23:24,840 --> 00:23:26,360 They shouldn't fall into others' hands. 385 00:23:26,440 --> 00:23:28,320 Then I should ally with him. 386 00:23:29,360 --> 00:23:30,960 He hates Second Brother, and so do I. 387 00:23:31,040 --> 00:23:32,400 Aren't we natural allies? 388 00:23:34,920 --> 00:23:36,560 What if I want Fan Xian dead? 389 00:23:40,120 --> 00:23:41,120 Just because... 390 00:23:41,480 --> 00:23:42,480 of his imperial bloodline? 391 00:23:42,560 --> 00:23:44,760 Because he's Ye Qingmei's son. 392 00:23:47,440 --> 00:23:49,080 Didn't Ye Qingmei die long ago? 393 00:23:49,160 --> 00:23:50,880 There are many concubines in the palace. 394 00:23:51,440 --> 00:23:52,760 One or two more wouldn't matter. 395 00:23:53,400 --> 00:23:54,400 Mother. 396 00:23:58,520 --> 00:23:59,560 Ye Qingmei... 397 00:24:00,760 --> 00:24:01,920 Died because of me. 398 00:24:03,320 --> 00:24:05,960 Although no one mentions Ye Qingmei's death anymore. 399 00:24:06,040 --> 00:24:07,520 But I know something about it. 400 00:24:08,320 --> 00:24:10,960 Didn't she die at the hands of the Queen's faction? 401 00:24:13,120 --> 00:24:15,760 And the Queen's faction was slaughtered for it. 402 00:24:16,720 --> 00:24:18,120 Then let's wait for the Queen to make her move. 403 00:24:18,680 --> 00:24:20,200 Isn't it better to watch from the sidelines? 404 00:24:22,520 --> 00:24:25,840 I admire the Queen's schemes and methods. 405 00:24:27,080 --> 00:24:28,880 But we can't count on her for this. 406 00:24:30,160 --> 00:24:31,200 Why? 407 00:24:31,280 --> 00:24:33,760 - Because she has people she cares about. - You don't. 408 00:24:33,840 --> 00:24:34,840 I do. 409 00:24:35,960 --> 00:24:36,960 Ye Qingmei. 410 00:24:38,920 --> 00:24:40,320 I want Ye Qingmei's son. 411 00:24:41,040 --> 00:24:42,640 to disappear from this world. 412 00:24:58,600 --> 00:24:59,600 In other words, 413 00:25:00,040 --> 00:25:02,520 Ye Qingmei was killed by your clansmen, 414 00:25:02,920 --> 00:25:04,640 not by your own hand. 415 00:25:05,520 --> 00:25:06,560 Correct. 416 00:25:07,400 --> 00:25:08,600 So those clansmen from back then... 417 00:25:09,360 --> 00:25:10,800 were all slaughtered by them? 418 00:25:11,360 --> 00:25:12,440 In a single night, 419 00:25:13,280 --> 00:25:14,720 the entire clan was wiped out. 420 00:25:15,920 --> 00:25:17,720 Then this matter should be considered over. 421 00:25:21,600 --> 00:25:22,600 Over? 422 00:25:24,880 --> 00:25:25,880 That night, 423 00:25:26,760 --> 00:25:28,800 black cavalry hunted throughout the city, 424 00:25:30,600 --> 00:25:34,000 even stormed the palace and broke into bedchambers. 425 00:25:34,880 --> 00:25:35,920 I tried to stop them, 426 00:25:36,680 --> 00:25:37,680 but it was useless. 427 00:25:39,360 --> 00:25:42,680 They knocked over lamps before my eyes, 428 00:25:43,840 --> 00:25:46,080 had palace maids cover my sight, 429 00:25:47,160 --> 00:25:51,240 only the death wails of my closest kin echoed in my ears. 430 00:25:54,080 --> 00:25:55,400 All lights extinguished, 431 00:25:56,160 --> 00:25:57,720 dark clouds veiled the moon. 432 00:25:58,920 --> 00:26:00,360 Even in such darkness, 433 00:26:02,040 --> 00:26:03,920 even with my eyes covered, 434 00:26:04,760 --> 00:26:06,320 I could still see - 435 00:26:07,400 --> 00:26:08,760 nothing but blood. 436 00:26:09,960 --> 00:26:11,160 Blood everywhere. 437 00:26:15,880 --> 00:26:16,880 Do you think... 438 00:26:19,640 --> 00:26:21,120 all this is truly over? 439 00:26:21,680 --> 00:26:22,680 Then her killing... 440 00:26:23,120 --> 00:26:24,480 wasn't ordered by you personally? 441 00:26:25,560 --> 00:26:26,680 Does it matter? 442 00:26:29,040 --> 00:26:31,320 Then this matter has nothing to do with you. 443 00:26:32,080 --> 00:26:33,160 By the way, 444 00:26:33,240 --> 00:26:34,920 not many people know about this, right? 445 00:26:36,320 --> 00:26:37,320 Very few. 446 00:26:37,880 --> 00:26:38,920 That makes it even safer. 447 00:26:41,720 --> 00:26:42,880 The perpetrators are dead, 448 00:26:44,720 --> 00:26:46,120 the past is gone like smoke. 449 00:26:46,200 --> 00:26:49,320 Then I can completely join forces with Fan Xian 450 00:26:49,880 --> 00:26:50,960 against Second Brother. 451 00:26:52,680 --> 00:26:54,040 The killers are dead, 452 00:26:55,320 --> 00:26:56,720 gone like smoke? 453 00:26:59,880 --> 00:27:01,440 But they were my family, 454 00:27:02,840 --> 00:27:04,280 and yours too. 455 00:27:05,000 --> 00:27:07,440 But if Fan Xian discovers this truth 456 00:27:08,400 --> 00:27:09,960 and turns against me, what then? 457 00:27:17,800 --> 00:27:19,000 What should we do? 458 00:27:26,280 --> 00:27:27,280 Mother 459 00:27:27,800 --> 00:27:28,800 Otherwise... 460 00:27:29,400 --> 00:27:30,800 You go and talk to Fan Xian 461 00:27:31,440 --> 00:27:32,680 and admit your mistake 462 00:27:32,760 --> 00:27:33,760 Look here 463 00:27:34,440 --> 00:27:36,040 This matter has been over for so long 464 00:27:36,800 --> 00:27:39,920 Moreover, the perpetrator has already paid with their life. 465 00:27:40,000 --> 00:27:41,960 It wasn't you who killed them, 466 00:27:42,320 --> 00:27:43,560 nor was it your order. 467 00:27:44,720 --> 00:27:45,920 If we... 468 00:27:46,480 --> 00:27:47,640 lay everything out 469 00:27:48,520 --> 00:27:49,840 and apologize to Fan Xian, 470 00:27:49,920 --> 00:27:51,440 wouldn't this matter be considered settled? 471 00:27:59,040 --> 00:28:00,080 What did you say? 472 00:28:01,960 --> 00:28:03,800 You want me to apologize to him? 473 00:28:10,120 --> 00:28:11,320 Mother Empress 474 00:28:11,400 --> 00:28:12,400 Your son admits his guilt 475 00:28:13,440 --> 00:28:14,960 So many of our family have perished 476 00:28:15,840 --> 00:28:17,400 Your son is also deeply grieved 477 00:28:18,440 --> 00:28:20,200 Second Brother is watching covetously 478 00:28:20,840 --> 00:28:21,960 His eyes are fixed upon me 479 00:28:22,800 --> 00:28:24,440 My position as Crown Prince is precarious 480 00:28:25,000 --> 00:28:27,120 I sought Fan Xian's assistance for support 481 00:28:27,800 --> 00:28:29,400 I had no other recourse, Mother Empress 482 00:28:38,040 --> 00:28:39,040 Mother Empress 483 00:28:39,840 --> 00:28:40,960 Trust me 484 00:28:41,520 --> 00:28:42,520 One day 485 00:28:43,760 --> 00:28:45,040 When that day truly comes 486 00:28:45,760 --> 00:28:47,360 I will personally kill Fan Xian 487 00:28:47,440 --> 00:28:48,760 to avenge our family 488 00:28:52,400 --> 00:28:53,960 Didn't you teach me since childhood 489 00:28:55,160 --> 00:28:56,160 that... 490 00:28:56,920 --> 00:28:58,080 Those who achieve great things 491 00:28:59,600 --> 00:29:01,200 must prioritize endurance? 492 00:29:38,160 --> 00:29:39,400 You're absolutely right 493 00:29:41,880 --> 00:29:43,040 I'm very relieved 494 00:29:45,800 --> 00:29:48,280 So it turns out you're the one who resembles him the most 495 00:29:54,080 --> 00:29:55,080 Mother Empress 496 00:29:56,880 --> 00:29:57,960 These words of your child… 497 00:30:00,480 --> 00:30:02,040 can only be spoken to you. 498 00:30:04,160 --> 00:30:05,440 Because your child 499 00:30:06,440 --> 00:30:08,040 is the one you have in this world… 500 00:30:10,720 --> 00:30:12,600 The only family left 501 00:30:30,720 --> 00:30:31,720 Okay 502 00:30:33,080 --> 00:30:34,200 What you want 503 00:30:35,360 --> 00:30:36,560 Will be granted 504 00:30:49,920 --> 00:30:51,840 Stop kowtowing already, it's not appropriate 505 00:30:52,400 --> 00:30:53,480 It couldn't be more appropriate 506 00:30:53,960 --> 00:30:55,160 You saved his life 507 00:30:55,920 --> 00:30:57,440 But there's no need to kowtow so hard 508 00:30:58,440 --> 00:30:59,960 It's fine, he's willing to do it 509 00:31:01,200 --> 00:31:02,440 Ever since you saved him 510 00:31:02,520 --> 00:31:04,160 Chengping talks about you every day 511 00:31:05,840 --> 00:31:08,160 By the way, does your wound still hurt? 512 00:31:09,440 --> 00:31:10,520 It's fine now 513 00:31:17,080 --> 00:31:18,080 Fainted 514 00:31:18,680 --> 00:31:20,200 It's fine, rest a bit and we can continue 515 00:31:20,800 --> 00:31:22,640 Where... where are Wan'er and Ruoruo? 516 00:31:22,720 --> 00:31:23,760 Haven't seen them around? 517 00:31:24,600 --> 00:31:26,880 Ruoruo? The imperial physician took her to teach medical skills 518 00:31:27,440 --> 00:31:28,480 You're something else 519 00:31:28,560 --> 00:31:31,040 Even teaching those surgical techniques? You're sharing everything 520 00:31:31,120 --> 00:31:32,640 Medical skills exist to save lives 521 00:31:33,720 --> 00:31:34,720 What about Wan'er then? 522 00:31:35,320 --> 00:31:37,360 Went home to get some clothes, I figured 523 00:31:37,680 --> 00:31:38,960 We'll be staying here for a while longer 524 00:31:39,320 --> 00:31:40,720 Might as well bring the wheelchair too 525 00:31:40,800 --> 00:31:41,960 We have a wheelchair at home? 526 00:31:42,040 --> 00:31:44,320 Dean Chen gave it to me when I was pretending to be sick 527 00:31:59,880 --> 00:32:02,040 Is the rumor true? 528 00:32:03,400 --> 00:32:04,640 I don't know. 529 00:32:05,320 --> 00:32:06,360 If it's true, 530 00:32:07,120 --> 00:32:10,560 then Chengping would be even closer to you. 531 00:32:11,400 --> 00:32:12,520 I really don't know. 532 00:32:13,640 --> 00:32:15,440 I want Chengping to become your disciple. 533 00:32:16,720 --> 00:32:18,840 Perhaps we should wait until he wakes up and ask his opinion. 534 00:32:18,920 --> 00:32:20,120 It's time to take the medicine. 535 00:32:21,480 --> 00:32:23,640 Don't worry, I can decide this matter. 536 00:32:25,840 --> 00:32:28,280 Maybe he should take it now. 537 00:32:39,640 --> 00:32:41,280 Why did you have to use poison? 538 00:32:49,080 --> 00:32:50,680 Let me go, let go 539 00:32:52,560 --> 00:32:54,240 Lord Fan, please spare me 540 00:32:54,320 --> 00:32:55,920 -How could poison be used in the palace? -Lord Fan 541 00:32:56,400 --> 00:32:57,640 Lord Fan 542 00:33:03,720 --> 00:33:05,120 Master Fan 543 00:33:11,040 --> 00:33:12,120 Go 544 00:33:18,880 --> 00:33:19,880 Why is it you? 545 00:33:21,440 --> 00:33:23,640 Gong Dian was demoted, so I'm filling in temporarily. 546 00:33:23,720 --> 00:33:25,680 Focus on recovering—I'll handle the assassins. 547 00:33:26,800 --> 00:33:27,960 Today it's not just these two 548 00:33:28,040 --> 00:33:29,240 The ones who attempted the assassination 549 00:33:29,320 --> 00:33:30,840 have been working in Guangxin Palace for years 550 00:33:30,920 --> 00:33:32,120 It's an inside job 551 00:33:32,200 --> 00:33:34,120 I'll replace everyone in Guangxin Palace 552 00:33:34,200 --> 00:33:35,960 I'll also report the assassination attempt to His Majesty 553 00:33:36,040 --> 00:33:38,080 -I will give you an answer -Thank you 554 00:33:41,920 --> 00:33:42,920 Should we call the imperial physician? 555 00:33:45,400 --> 00:33:46,520 No need 556 00:33:47,040 --> 00:33:48,240 He hasn't finished kowtowing yet 557 00:33:56,560 --> 00:33:58,280 You can see the situation I'm in 558 00:33:58,960 --> 00:34:01,240 If the Third Prince gets close to me, it'll be even more dangerous 559 00:34:04,160 --> 00:34:06,960 Look, in the current court, from top to bottom 560 00:34:07,320 --> 00:34:09,480 You're the only one who can protect him 561 00:34:22,640 --> 00:34:23,760 No need to keep kowtowing, right? 562 00:34:25,000 --> 00:34:26,520 Your heart must be sincere when acknowledging a master. 563 00:34:27,040 --> 00:34:28,040 We had an agreement. 564 00:34:28,760 --> 00:34:30,640 - Until you knock yourself out. - I already passed out earlier. 565 00:34:30,720 --> 00:34:32,760 But you're awake now? Then it doesn't count. 566 00:34:33,960 --> 00:34:35,600 Don't you feel any pity for your own son? 567 00:34:37,520 --> 00:34:38,680 A mother's love is stern. 568 00:34:42,240 --> 00:34:44,360 Put more force into it, I didn't hear the sound. 569 00:34:47,840 --> 00:34:49,440 His Majesty's verbal decree. 570 00:34:50,160 --> 00:34:52,280 The capital has too many people. 571 00:34:52,360 --> 00:34:53,720 It's a mixed bag of fish and dragons. 572 00:34:54,120 --> 00:34:55,920 It's time to sift through them. 573 00:34:56,800 --> 00:34:58,880 May I ask, how exactly will this sifting be done? 574 00:34:58,960 --> 00:35:02,400 Request the Second Prince to thoroughly investigate. 575 00:35:02,480 --> 00:35:03,600 Every corner of the residence. 576 00:35:03,680 --> 00:35:06,200 For anyone who shouldn't be in the capital. 577 00:35:06,280 --> 00:35:09,800 If found, immediately deport them from the capital. 578 00:35:09,880 --> 00:35:11,280 Then why bother with sifting? 579 00:35:11,840 --> 00:35:13,520 Just call me out directly then. 580 00:35:14,560 --> 00:35:17,400 Rest assured, sir, I'll conduct the screening diligently. 581 00:35:18,520 --> 00:35:19,640 The verbal decree has been delivered. 582 00:35:20,040 --> 00:35:21,680 This old servant takes his leave. 583 00:35:24,560 --> 00:35:25,560 Safe travels, sir. 584 00:35:27,240 --> 00:35:29,040 Hurry up and let her leave. 585 00:35:40,000 --> 00:35:41,000 Aunt 586 00:35:42,040 --> 00:35:43,840 Killing Fan Xian is no trivial matter. 587 00:35:43,920 --> 00:35:45,200 I didn’t kill him. 588 00:35:46,160 --> 00:35:49,000 Those who acted in Guangxin Palace have been loyal to you for years. 589 00:35:49,080 --> 00:35:51,200 Even if they confessed it was voluntary, no one believes it. 590 00:35:52,120 --> 00:35:54,400 Am I foolish enough to use palace maids and eunuchs? 591 00:35:55,600 --> 00:35:57,800 Besides, I know Fan Xian specializes in poisons. 592 00:35:58,480 --> 00:35:59,520 Would I really use poison against him? 593 00:36:00,720 --> 00:36:01,720 Then who could it be? 594 00:36:03,640 --> 00:36:04,640 I may be mad, 595 00:36:05,120 --> 00:36:06,160 but I’m not stupid. 596 00:36:07,440 --> 00:36:09,280 Are you implying the Empress ordered it? 597 00:36:10,080 --> 00:36:11,240 Something's not right here. 598 00:36:11,840 --> 00:36:13,840 How can the Empress treat murder so lightly? 599 00:36:14,400 --> 00:36:17,000 Hard to guess, and I can't be bothered to. 600 00:36:18,200 --> 00:36:19,200 Auntie. 601 00:36:19,520 --> 00:36:21,040 Now His Majesty is forcing you back to Xinyang. 602 00:36:21,120 --> 00:36:22,240 How do you plan to handle this? 603 00:36:23,240 --> 00:36:24,720 Fan Xian is taking over the imperial treasury. 604 00:36:25,440 --> 00:36:27,000 He must gain control of the three major workshops. 605 00:36:27,680 --> 00:36:29,080 He'll definitely head to Jiangnan. 606 00:36:30,120 --> 00:36:31,680 The capital isn't a good place to act. 607 00:36:32,560 --> 00:36:34,320 But Jiangnan is perfect. 608 00:36:35,200 --> 00:36:36,200 Not necessarily. 609 00:36:36,560 --> 00:36:38,880 Though he's lost his martial arts, his guards won't be few. 610 00:36:40,720 --> 00:36:42,040 Ye Liuyun is in Jiangnan. 611 00:36:44,920 --> 00:36:45,920 What of it? 612 00:36:46,760 --> 00:36:49,160 Would a Grandmaster help Auntie kill? 613 00:36:50,280 --> 00:36:51,280 Guess. 614 00:36:58,560 --> 00:37:00,480 Auntie, we've been allies for so long, 615 00:37:00,560 --> 00:37:02,400 how many secrets have you been keeping from me? 616 00:37:05,200 --> 00:37:07,640 Auntie plans to personally go to Jiangnan to wait for Fan Xian, 617 00:37:08,240 --> 00:37:11,160 Today, Auntie should obediently return to Xinyang. 618 00:37:12,240 --> 00:37:14,560 If anything happens to Fan Xian in Jiangnan, 619 00:37:15,000 --> 00:37:16,520 it will have nothing to do with Auntie. 620 00:37:22,560 --> 00:37:24,120 You're on your own now. 621 00:37:24,200 --> 00:37:25,400 I'll leave Dong Jing today. 622 00:37:25,800 --> 00:37:26,800 Then I won't see you off. 623 00:37:27,960 --> 00:37:28,960 I'll give it another try too. 624 00:37:29,040 --> 00:37:30,920 If we can kill Fan Xian in the capital... 625 00:37:31,000 --> 00:37:32,360 Then we won't trouble Auntie. 626 00:37:33,960 --> 00:37:36,480 How? Are you entering the palace? 627 00:37:38,160 --> 00:37:39,440 I'm not stupid either. 628 00:37:47,200 --> 00:37:49,640 Auntie, no need to pretend anymore, this is enough. 629 00:37:49,920 --> 00:37:51,880 Rest for a few days, he'll be back soon. 630 00:37:51,960 --> 00:37:53,000 That's hard to say. 631 00:37:53,680 --> 00:37:54,760 Wan'er. 632 00:37:54,840 --> 00:37:57,320 You must have heard the rumors about Fan Xian's origins? 633 00:37:57,760 --> 00:37:58,760 I have. 634 00:37:59,480 --> 00:38:02,720 Do you think he might stay in the palace and never return? 635 00:38:05,800 --> 00:38:07,200 He will definitely return. 636 00:38:07,880 --> 00:38:09,120 You mean... 637 00:38:09,520 --> 00:38:10,840 The rumors about his origins are false? 638 00:38:11,880 --> 00:38:13,120 I don't know if they're true or false. 639 00:38:13,600 --> 00:38:15,800 But in truth, it doesn't matter much. 640 00:38:16,760 --> 00:38:17,920 Silly child. 641 00:38:18,360 --> 00:38:19,840 How could it not matter? 642 00:38:20,480 --> 00:38:21,680 At our wedding, 643 00:38:21,760 --> 00:38:24,040 we bowed to his parents at the Fan residence. 644 00:38:24,120 --> 00:38:26,400 The fact that he bears the Fan name won't change. 645 00:38:28,720 --> 00:38:30,760 How do you know? Did he tell you? 646 00:38:30,840 --> 00:38:31,840 No need for words. 647 00:38:32,240 --> 00:38:33,400 I understand Fan Xian. 648 00:38:33,760 --> 00:38:34,840 He will surely choose this path. 649 00:38:40,760 --> 00:38:42,440 This kid is really lucky 650 00:38:42,920 --> 00:38:43,960 to be able to marry you 651 00:38:46,880 --> 00:38:48,120 I'm the lucky one 652 00:38:48,200 --> 00:38:49,280 to have met him 653 00:39:03,800 --> 00:39:04,800 Why did we suddenly stop? 654 00:39:09,080 --> 00:39:10,280 Second cousin 655 00:39:10,360 --> 00:39:12,800 It was Fan Xian and his people who killed your second brother, Lin Gong 656 00:39:16,360 --> 00:39:17,560 Before your second brother died 657 00:39:18,080 --> 00:39:20,200 Fan Xian already knew the truth about the assassination at Niu Lan Street 658 00:39:20,640 --> 00:39:22,200 He deceived everyone 659 00:39:28,480 --> 00:39:29,480 Please step out of the vehicle. 660 00:39:29,560 --> 00:39:30,840 Ling'er knows about it too. 661 00:39:33,320 --> 00:39:34,320 If you don't believe me, 662 00:39:34,800 --> 00:39:36,600 you can call Ling'er here to confront me directly. 663 00:39:37,040 --> 00:39:38,360 Then you'll know the truth. 664 00:39:41,320 --> 00:39:42,720 When did you learn about this? 665 00:39:42,800 --> 00:39:44,320 I've known for quite some time. 666 00:39:45,200 --> 00:39:46,480 Yet you didn't speak before the wedding. 667 00:39:46,560 --> 00:39:47,560 I was entrusted by someone. 668 00:39:47,640 --> 00:39:50,000 Besides, speaking then would have been pointless. 669 00:39:50,080 --> 00:39:52,240 You just wanted to use others to do your dirty work. 670 00:39:52,320 --> 00:39:55,040 Won't you avenge your closest kin? 671 00:40:01,520 --> 00:40:03,320 Wan'er, have you forgotten? 672 00:40:04,000 --> 00:40:05,200 Your surname is Lin. 673 00:40:06,840 --> 00:40:07,960 Stop the car. 674 00:40:36,000 --> 00:40:37,880 Teacher, your handwriting is really beautiful. 675 00:40:43,880 --> 00:40:45,040 No need to force the compliments 676 00:40:48,040 --> 00:40:49,120 I will follow your teachings diligently. 677 00:40:50,240 --> 00:40:51,600 No need for so much formality. 678 00:40:52,800 --> 00:40:54,880 Once a teacher, always a father. 679 00:40:54,960 --> 00:40:55,960 How can we not respect them? 680 00:40:56,200 --> 00:40:57,200 This seniority hierarchy is all messed up. 681 00:40:57,280 --> 00:40:58,800 That being said, 682 00:40:58,880 --> 00:41:00,720 I don't know what I can teach you 683 00:41:00,800 --> 00:41:02,160 Your way of dealing with people... 684 00:41:03,360 --> 00:41:04,640 has its own patterns 685 00:41:05,960 --> 00:41:07,080 My mother said 686 00:41:07,160 --> 00:41:10,160 From now on, whatever the teacher says, I'll do 687 00:41:10,240 --> 00:41:11,480 without any objection 688 00:41:14,160 --> 00:41:16,120 Then please deliver this letter to the Inspection Committee for me 689 00:41:18,240 --> 00:41:19,800 Me? 690 00:41:21,080 --> 00:41:22,440 Should I go instead? 691 00:41:22,920 --> 00:41:25,480 I've heard the Discipline and Inspection Committee is constantly bathed in blood. 692 00:41:25,880 --> 00:41:27,400 - Is that true? - If you're scared, give it back. 693 00:41:28,240 --> 00:41:30,080 No, I'll follow the teacher's instructions. 694 00:41:32,600 --> 00:41:33,800 When you reach the Discipline and Inspection Committee, 695 00:41:34,360 --> 00:41:35,400 tell them 696 00:41:36,480 --> 00:41:38,400 this letter is to be sent to Northern Qi. 697 00:41:40,800 --> 00:41:42,040 To whom in Northern Qi? 698 00:41:42,120 --> 00:41:43,120 Haitang Duoduo. 699 00:41:45,080 --> 00:41:47,040 Teacher, I understand now. 700 00:41:49,360 --> 00:41:50,360 What do you think you understand? 701 00:41:50,960 --> 00:41:52,440 I'll protect this letter with my life. 702 00:41:53,840 --> 00:41:55,560 Have you misunderstood something? 703 00:41:55,640 --> 00:41:56,760 I'll go right now. 704 00:41:57,320 --> 00:41:59,760 No need, it's too late. We'll talk tomorrow. 705 00:42:04,400 --> 00:42:06,160 Teacher, I'll take my leave now. 706 00:42:06,240 --> 00:42:08,520 - Don't worry, I'll fulfill the mission. - Go. 707 00:42:10,520 --> 00:42:11,520 Good night, Sect Leader's wife 708 00:42:11,840 --> 00:42:12,840 I'll take my leave now 709 00:42:25,640 --> 00:42:26,960 What task needs to be completed? 710 00:42:28,600 --> 00:42:30,840 Ask the Inspection Committee to send a letter to Haitang Duoduo. 711 00:42:30,920 --> 00:42:32,080 What did it say? 712 00:42:33,280 --> 00:42:36,160 Master Kuhe has a technique called "Heavenly Unity Heart Method." 713 00:42:36,560 --> 00:42:38,040 It's said to be able to reshape one's foundation. 714 00:42:39,520 --> 00:42:40,560 Let's think of a way. 715 00:42:40,640 --> 00:42:42,360 See what conditions we can offer in exchange. 716 00:42:43,320 --> 00:42:44,960 We can't stay useless forever. 717 00:42:46,000 --> 00:42:47,200 I heard that technique... 718 00:42:47,720 --> 00:42:48,880 ...has never been taught to outsiders by Kuhe. 719 00:42:50,040 --> 00:42:51,720 We have to at least try.