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(Guardians of the Dafeng)

(Episode 32)

There are many meaningful things in life.

Experience is meaningful too.

I've gone through it.

I've done it.

I've owned it.

Regardless of success or failure,

experience itself

is also meaningful, right?

Besides.

Who are you?

My life

is none of your business.

What rights do you have to judge my life?

Every life is different.

Everyone lives their lives differently.

If everyone lives their lives your way

in a cookie-cutter manner,

life will be meaningless.

The meaning of our lives is defined by ourselves.

One more thing.

Don't think that you are so mighty

just because you ask me a seemingly profound question with a serious face.

If you are so mighty, answer me.

What's the meaning of your life?

You can't answer me, right?

You better listen to me.

The one thing I dislike the most is...

Wait. Let me catch my breath.

I'm about to die. Nurse!

Nurse.

Don't go.

I'll talk to you again in my next life.

- Chief. Okay. - Start doing CPR.

Okay.

- Mr. Yang, don't move. - Don't go.

- Mr. Yang. - I'll talk to you again in my next life.

Ku.

Where were we just now?

The meaning of life. Yes.

I know the answer now.

The meaning of my life is to come here

to reprimand you!

Do you have nothing else to do in the celestial realm?

Why do you want to look for the meaning of life in Dafeng?

Go back to your celestial realm to find your answer.

You ask me about the significance of my life.

Then let me ask you this.

What's the significance of working?

What's the significance of eating?

What's the significance of love?

Think about it carefully.

I'm about to die again.

Nurse.

Nurse!

- Mr. Yang. - Don't go.

- Don't move. - I'll talk to you again in my next life.

Ku, have you thought about it yet?

What's the significance of love?

Come. Answer me.

Wait. Have you never been in a relationship before?

Ku, you have such a hard life.

I hear that you have a junior named Du E.

Has he been in a relationship before?

Has he never fallen in love before?

The two of you are quite pitiful.

Your beard looks quite unique.

No girl has taken a fancy to you?

You haven't even been in a relationship before.

How dare you talk about life with you?

You have no rights.

I'm going to die again.

I'll talk to you again in my next life.

Ku.

How is it? Do you miss me?

Have you tried hotpot before? Is there a significance to Malatang?

What about Sichuan cuisine? Cantonese cuisine? Guangdong cuisine?

What about Beijing cuisine? Don't go.

Let's talk again in my next life.

Ku.

I'm back.

Have you filmed a short video before?

Light footsteps.

You haven't watched Journey to the West. Is the Monkey King better

or is the Imperial Astronomer more powerful?

Let's go. Let's play basketball.

Master. Have you played basketball with your friends before?

Listen. I'm good at dribbling.

That's right.

No. The Longevity Monk is like this.

Yes. That's right.

Do you like the assorted nuts mooncake?

You look like him.

Betty Botter bought some butter.

But, she said, this butter's bitter.

If I put it in my batter,

it will make my batter bitter.

Is it meaningful? No. It's just for fun.

Have you played mobile games? Have you ordered food delivery?

Have you tried hotpot?

Did you eat dirt when you were young?

Master, why aren't you saying anything?

Master, why are you silent? Answer me.

Tell me the meaning of life,

of eating hotpot, and getting a driver's license.

Why aren't you saying anything? Master.

Shut up!

There's an opening.

He has moved.

Xu Qi An, wield your sword.

How is it?

You don't feel good when you live under my rules too, right?

What's going on? Why is the Sage Carving Knife moving?

Someone has called upon the power of all living beings.

It has been revived.

Draw your sword.

Draw your sword!

The capital city.

So, don't use your rules

to judge someone.

I don't like people who gaslight others.

Different lives have their own beauty.

And we have to face different sorrows and regrets.

We have to take things as they come.

It doesn't matter if we laugh or cry. We still have to face it.

Life is all about going forward despite having regrets, right?

I can tell you the meaning of my life now.

Now,

the purpose

of my life

is to

slash

you

in half!

The dharma statue has cracked.

The celestial realm

lost.

We won.

We won, Father. We won.

Poet Xu is the best warrior in the world!

Dafeng is the true leader of the Nine States!

We are the best in both civil and military fields!

Ning Yan.

Ning Yan won!

I knew my nephew could do it! Right?

My 200 taels of silver.

It's 200 taels of silver a year.

My Dear.

Ning Yan is a genius.

My nephew is amazing.

When can I be as spectacular as my nephew?

Don't cry.

My nephew is amazing.

Wei Yuan has another mighty warrior under him now.

He has always been so tacky.

But he won.

I've never doubted my brother's capability.

But he's just a bit lacking

when compared to you.

- Si Mu. - Xu.

Xu Qi An actually defeated the celestial realm with one strike.

Did the Imperial Astronomer help him in secret?

This battle is not about the level of cultivation.

With courage, even a warrior

can achieve unexpected victory.

Right?

Imperial Astronomer, looks like you've expected this outcome.

- Xu Qi An! - Lin An.

Spirit Dragon, save him!

You are awake.

Dean Zhao.

Why am I here?

The carving knife that you are holding

is the most precious treasure of Yunlu Academy.

You kept holding it.

No one could take it away from you.

So, I had to bring you back

to our academy.

Thank you for taking care of me.

Does this belong to Saint Ya?

You are right.

Ever since the passing of Saint Ya,

this carving knife

had gone into hibernation for more than 1000 years.

Is Lord Xu awake now?

His Majesty has sent me to pay him a visit.

Greetings, Dean Zhao.

Lord Xu, you are finally awake.

His Majesty has questions for you.

Zhao Shou?

Your Majesty.

According to Dean Zhao,

Yunlu Academy could fight against

the celestial realm 400 years ago.

And they can still do it.

Did he activate the Sage Carving Knife?

He said that all the scholars poured in their power

to activate the carving knife.

As for the Spirit Dragon,

the carving knife

recreated the energy of Saint Ya.

That's why...

What did the Imperial Astronomer say?

Your Majesty, the Imperial Astronomer agreed to this statement.

What about Xu Qi An?

Did he not say anything?

Lord Xu said

that he didn't destroy the dharma statue

to show off.

But we would like

to ask Your Majesty

for a reward.

So, it was because of your help.

We were challenged by the celestial realm.

How could Yunlu Academy sit back and do nothing?

The spirit of awakening hasn't dissipated.

I will go to Saint Ya's Hall at once to gain some insight.

Lord Xu, make yourself at home.

Dean, there's something I don't understand.

There are so many talented people in Dafeng.

Wouldn't it be better if Yunlu Academy and

the Astronomical Bureau combined their power to fight against our enemy?

Why was I chosen?

Although there are many talented people,

other than you

who have a good relationship with both Yunlu Academy

and the Astronomical Bureau,

is there anyone else you can think of?

Thank you for your acknowledgment.

How long did I sleep?

(Saint Ya's Hall)

Looks like you have chosen him.

Saint Ya has chosen him too.

He can awaken the carving knife

and mobilize the power of all living beings.

He is the one who has gathered all the great fortune in this world.

He is indeed the one.

I didn't choose him because of the great fortune he carries.

The formation could be shattered

because of Xu Qi An's mindset.

He has a great determination that surpasses ordinary people.

But at the same time, he has a relaxed mindset of ordinary people.

However, this is an arduous mission.

No matter how powerful he is,

he is still inexperienced.

He knows nothing about what he's going to face soon.

Can he really

shoulder this responsibility?

If something goes wrong,

it'll be a disaster

for both Yunlu Academy and everyone in the world.

The catastrophe and the hero of troubled times

are both set in stone.

Since he has shown up,

I'm sure that judgment day will come soon.

The only thing that we can do

is to protect him until then.

But he owns the great fortune of the world.

That fortune

belongs to the royalty of Dafeng.

Now, he's still in the capital city

and under His Majesty's watch.

Are you sure no one will notice it?

As you've said,

with us protecting him,

Yuan Jing has to think twice

if he wants to get rid of him.

According to your master, you are overthinking this.

If Xu Qi An really really has the royal fortune,

she will be the first to know.

And you'll be informed at once.

What if someone is helping him

to hide his fortune?

Hide his fortune?

As far as I know,

there are only three in Dafeng

who can do that.

And none of them will betray you.

Now, your people adore you

and you are the chosen one.

Don't you think

you are

worried about nothing?

Maybe I'm overthinking it.

Forget it.

Let's not talk about it anymore.

The Imperial Chaplain is cultivating herself in seclusion.

But she still helps me guard over Dafeng.

I'm really grateful.

I will relay kind words

to our master.

Am I overthinking this

or is the Imperial Chaplain lying to me too?

Your Majesty.

You've worked hard the whole day.

You need to take care of your health.

How about you take a rest?

Just now, what did you say Xu Qi An asked for?

Your Majesty.

The viscount title.

Although Xu Qi An managed to defeat the enemy,

you are the one who gave him the chance to do so

because you acknowledged him.

Rewarding him with some gold, money, and jewels

is already a great honor to him.

As for the title,

how can we simply give it to him?

He has overstepped.

Give it to him.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Also, summon the three bureaus for an official meeting.

Tell them

that I already have a candidate

who can take over

the holocaust case.

Yes, Your Majesty.

(Even if I'm just overthinking, )

(you have to go, )

(Xu Qi An.)

Lord Wei, Dean Zhao said that he chose me

because I'm the only one who has a good relationship

with both Yunlu Academy and the Astronomical Bureau.

What do you think?

I think

the Imperial Astronomer was sure that we could win the battle.

No matter who went for the battle, they would benefit from it.

I work under you.

The Imperial Astronomer must have chosen me

to ask you for a favor.

Serve me some tea.

How is it?

Your Highness, according to the Noble Consort,

everyone in the palace is talking about how you barged into Yunlu Academy.

To avoid further discussion,

you will be grounded.

I can't even go out for a walk?

But everyone knows that you are not going out for just a walk.

They know you want to see Lord Xu.

That's...

Why can't I?

My adviser made our country proud.

But now, I don't even know if he's dead or alive.

Can I be distraught?

Come.

They will keep a close eye on me.

So, I can't go out.

But you can.

From now on,

you are the princess.

And I'm Gang.

We just need to switch our outfits and disguise ourselves.

When they change shifts,

I will sneak out from the back door.

No, Your Highness.

This is too risky.

I just want to look at him from afar. For just a while.

I'll come back when I've confirmed that he's fine. No one will find out.

But if someone finds out and reports this to the Noble Consort,

I will be punished.

I'm not allowed to do anything.

What else can I do?

Do I treat you well?

Yes. No.

- Yes. - That's right.

Just pretend to be me for a few days. No. For half a day.

Just for a few hours. I'll be quick.

Your Highness.

We have received news that Lord Xu has awakened.

Really?

A precious sword from the celestial realm.

Made by Zhu Mao Gong.

It's worth at least 800 taels.

It's from the new Minister of Rites.

Look at this jade hairpin.

Look at the color.

It's not expensive. Just around 220 taels.

But there are 12 hairpins inside.

So, this box costs at least 2,200 taels.

Let's see.

It's from the wife of the Minister of War.

This painting.

This painting is quite valuable.

I think this is by one of the top four artists of Dafeng

who has passed away, Gu Yun Zhi.

This is invaluable.

Be careful with it. This is from Si Mu.

It's different from these gifts.

Good.

Good.

Very good.

Good.

Looks like our family is different now

after I've been gone for a few days.

Who are these from?

The Minister of Works sent someone to build this a few days ago.

Looks like after I defeated the dharma statue,

all of you have benefited from it.

Yes. It's all thanks to you.

You've made our ancestors proud.

You are a major contributor to our family.

Father, not just our family.

Ning Yan is the hero of Dafeng.

Yes.

Ning Yan has made me proud.

I even had my own seat.

You are amazing, Ning Yan.

So, you accepted these gifts

as if they were meant for you

and forgot all about the major contributor.

When I woke up, no one was beside me!

Ling Yue.

Is the chicken still stewing in the pot?

Yes. I made a chicken stew to celebrate Ning Yan's return.

Wait.

My aunt and sister are ladies.

It's improper for you to enter the academy.

I can forgive you.

As for the two of you...

Uncle, I am your nephew.

And you, Ci Jiu. You are a student of Yunlu Academy.

You didn't take care of me when I was unconscious at Yunlu Academy.

Are we a family?

Ning Yan, you've wronged us.

That day, we were worried about you.

So, we went to the academy with the dean.

We wanted to take care of you. But someone got there before us.

When we arrived at the academy,

we found out that Princess Lin An had tagged along.

Dean Zhao.

You brought him here

because you can save him, right?

Don't worry, Your Highness.

Lord Xu

is just exhausted from using up all his energy.

He just needs to rest for a few days to recover.

Come with me.

After you, Your Highness.

Her Highness was so worried about you.

She only calmed down when she found out that you were okay.

So, we went inside to visit you together.

I'll do it.

I'll do it.

It's a little bit hot.

I'll do it.

You can do it.

We wanted to take care of you.

But with Princess Lin An there,

we couldn't do anything.

After that,

she sent us away.

She said she could take care of you alone.

So,

Lin An took care of me.

Why didn't I see her when I woke up?

She took great care of you for two days and two nights.

But it was improper for her to do that.

Yes.

Leave us.

Mother. Lin An. That's painful.

Lin An.

You are a princess. And you are unmarried.

Yet you are taking care of a young man here and...

And slept beside him.

You are alone with a man.

Who will marry you if someone finds out?

Mother.

Xu Qi An is my adviser.

And he saved the country. I am the princess.

No matter what, it's only right for me to wait until he wakes up

and make sure that he's okay.

Mother.

Lin An.

I will send someone to take care of him. Don't worry.

But it's improper for you to be here.

Mother, I'll take her back to the palace.

How is he?

According to Dean Zhao, he is fine.

I see.

Lin An was grounded after she was taken back.

We don't know how she's faring lately.

Ning Yan, it was all because of you.

- Really? - Yes.

Our men told us that Lord Xu was in great spirit.

After he reported back to the Night Guardians, he went home.

Not only that, there's something even better.

Something even better?

I ran into Eunuch Yang when I was on my way back.

He was rushing to Hanlin Academy.

I found out

that he was on his way to draw up an imperial decree to reward Lord Xu.

It'll be a handsome reward.

What is the reward? Tell us.

Take a guess.

Are you going to keep me in suspense?

I heard that Lord Xu requested that reward himself.

He asked for the viscount title.

The viscount title?

Yes. And

His Majesty has agreed.

He's a good student.

He's a good student.

I'm not lying to you.

I asked for the title

because of you.

Me?

At first,

I couldn't understand either.

Until Princess Lin An reminded me.

If the Xu family wants to make a name for ourselves,

it's not enough to just rely on my relationship

with Lin An and Huai Qing.

Having the title is not about gaining power.

Do you know what is it about?

It's about

fame and social status.

No. You dummy.

Once we have the title, you and Miss Si Mu

will have equal status now.

Ning Yan.

That's all I can do for you.

You should work harder to make me proud too.

You accepted those gifts so happily.

Give it to me.

The sword.

You didn't think about my job when you accepted these gifts.

These are expensive gifts.

How can I explain it to Lord Wei?

Weren't you afraid that others would impeach me?

Now, I need to go to the Tower of Valiance

to register these.

The title or the impeachment

won't matter anymore.

My father already

made a fool out of our family at the Imperial Observatory.

You better explain it.

How did I make a fool out of our family?

That day, other than greeting Lord Wei,

I was watching your battle for the rest of the time.

Who did I offend?

Do you know who was sitting beside you?

Who? An old man.

An old man?

That person is Si Mu's father. The Chief Advisor, Wang Zhen Wen.

To be honest,

Chief Advisor Wang, Lord Wang,

will be our future in-law.

What happened? Drink slowly. Don't choke yourself.

What are they saying?

Can you hear them?

I think they said that a lady took great care

of Ning Yan at the academy.

A lady?

The lady who delivered the tonic to him before the battle?

What a pity.

We didn't run into her.

I'm sure that lady is someone important too.

Otherwise, she wouldn't be so generous.

You have a keen eye.

She is indeed someone important.

What does her family do?

Is her father an official too?

Yes.

Then I'm sure his rank

is quite high.

He has quite a high rank.

How high.

Let me explain it this way.

Father is a Yudao Guard. His rank is seven.

You know that right?

Of course.

Her father's rank is higher than my father

by seven ranks.

Seven ranks?

Seven ranks?

Seven ranks!

A princess!

Well...

I didn't know who he was.

You can't blame me for not knowing.

Besides, he didn't look like a petty man.

How about I go and explain it to him?

Father. Don't do that.

You'll be helping me by not causing more trouble.

How can you call that causing more trouble?

Maybe we had a great conversation. Maybe it was a blessing in disguise.

What you did was improper for an elder.

What do you mean?

How can you say that about your father?

- Come here. I have to lecture you. - No.

- Come here. - No.

Do you think we can sort this out just by going there?

Heaven and Earth

Slash.

Let me...

You seem familiar.

Can you tell me

who I am?

This is meant to be.

What was that just now?

Everything that you went through.

Everything I went through?

Everything I went through.

I think...

I think I have been split into so many parts.

That woman.

Who is that woman?

She is the queen regnant.

She is the queen regnant, right?

She seems familiar.

Can you tell me

who I am?

Not yet.

Your soul is broken.

You can only regain your memory

after your soul has been restored.

Restore my broken soul.

Where am I?

- Do you understand? - Yes.

How do you know that Shen Shu is inside me?

Are you saying that Shen Shu is living inside a person named Xu Qi An?

Even if that's true,

why are you telling us that?

Xu Qi An

has something that belongs to me.

You want us to trade with you.

Yes.

You can have Shen Shu.

You just have to hand over Xu Qi An to me.

Master.

Who is that man in a black robe?

That man has a high cultivation level.

The only thing we can be sure of is,

he's the Soul Wizard from the Wizard God Sect.

He told us about Shen Shu

to force us to fight against the Imperial Astronomer

and take you away from Dafeng.

We'll leave

Shen Shu to you.

- Me? - He is recovering quite well.

He'll be reborn into this world soon.

He will complete what he's supposed to do.

It's all because

you are nourishing him

with your fortune.

So, that man in black

wants the fortune in my body.

So, let me give you a piece of advice.

Do not leave Dafeng

until Shen Shu has been reborn.