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=A Dream Like The True Love=

=Episode 24=

Even if

I want you dead,

you'll die for him?

Yes.

Please rise.

This dear friend of mine

surely is right about you.

How could I possibly tear you apart?

Though him mobilizing troops is indeed a capital offense.

That's a fact.

But I know

what he has done for me over the years.

I also know he has thus

made many enemies.

So

Your Majesty will no longer blame him?

He has committed such a heavy offense.

If I openly protect him,

that would bring him harm.

You do understand that,

right?

Yes.

Your Majesty has reasons.

What can I do?

I've heard about your sharp tongue.

You do have

a way with words.

I'll give you a chance

to speak for Ruchu.

You may speak

as you see fit.

Thank you.

His Majesty arrives.

- Long live Your Majesty. - Long live Your Majesty.

Rise.

- Thank you, Your Majesty. - Thank you, Your Majesty.

Your Majesty,

I heard

Mr. Wen mobilized Lord Ying's troops

and broke the curfew to leave the city.

Such audacity.

I hope Your Majesty will punish him.

Your Majesty.

Mr. Wen mobilized troops

because I was abducted by villains

and he was desperate to save me.

So I should be

the one to blame.

Who is this?

Your Majesty, that's only her side of the story.

We don't know what she is to Wen Su.

If it was to save her,

why mobilized the troops?

In my opinion,

she is definitely covering for Wen Su

to conceal his real intention.

Wen Su has long been taking advantage

of Your Majesty's grace.

His true intention

behind his crime

is not that simple.

Mr. Zhang, are you

implying His Majesty is incompetent?

I traveled all the way from Qingzhou,

crossing the whole nation,

and met all sorts of people.

Do you know what they say about His Majesty?

They say His Majesty is wise

and Daqing is going to prosper.

I didn't mean that.

Wen Su has his issues.

He used to be a toy boy.

And now, just because of some merits,

he becomes arrogant

and eliminates dissidents.

There's nothing

he couldn't do.

Which law stipulates

that a toy boy can't be an official?

He achieved first place

in three imperial exams.

But as a filial son,

he chose

to work undercover to save

his family.

As a loyal subject,

he had devoted himself to the great cause for years

just to crush the villains' conspiracy

and restore peace.

As a censor,

you are granted the right to speak,

but it's not for you to say whatever you like,

or criticize whoever you want.

We common folks have a saying,

"Words hurt more than knives."

I wonder if you've heard of it.

You!

The ministers suspect Wen Su of conspiracy,

yet they can't produce any evidence.

Now they finally have something against him,

so they are making full use of it.

I know how hurtful people's words can be.

I have also backed down

years ago.

But now I see

we shouldn't blame those who are slandered,

but those who throw judgment

and allegations blindly.

I vouch for

Mr. Wen's innocence with my life.

Your Majesty,

this woman is clearly

twisting the facts.

She's just defending Wen Su.

You mustn't...

Then I shall speak the truth.

The prefect of Qingzhou, Feng Gui,

embezzled tax funds

and took bribery.

He retaliated against me.

I asked Lord Ying for this favor out of desperation

to arrest Feng Gui.

I overstepped

my authority.

Feng Gui retaliated against you

and broke our law.

The evidence is solid.

Send him to the Court of Judicial Review.

As for you.

I overstepped my authority

and made a grave mistake.

I shall resign

and never join public service.

Su.

Are you sure?

Your Majesty.

Wen Su mobilized troops

to arrest a serious offender.

He has been

serving the court with utmost dedication.

Please forgive him for once.

Since I took office,

I have been strict with both myself

and other officials to a fault.

If I make a mistake

and demand exoneration,

how can I

be a role model to others?

To resign

is my best choice.

In that case,

you may go.

- Your Majesty is wise. - Your Majesty is wise.

Wen Su.

Wen Su?

Why call me by my full name?

Are you really going to resign?

It's all my fault.

I insisted on leaving you,

thinking it was for the best.

Now I understand

the defamed are not in the wrong.

If they behave properly,

they shouldn't mind those words.

If I may ask you again,

do you trust me?

Of course.

I just don't trust myself.

I made you wait for five years

and lose your job.

I never blamed you.

Not before.

Not ever.

I'm just afraid to let you down.

Since I am still here,

be it a day

or a lifetime,

I will wait for you.

Then

do you still remember

what I said in that cave?

What did you say?

Ms. Chen.

Ms. Chen.

What's wrong?

Mr. Wen returned drunk

and wanted a bath.

He usually bathes alone,

but it's been an hour.

I called several times,

but he didn't answer.

I'm afraid he was drugged

rather than drunk.

He kept saying he's dizzy and wouldn't come out.

But he did ask for you.

Me?

Did his injury flare up?

Not sure.

Please go check on him.

Alright.

Su?

Su.

What's wrong?

Baoyin.

I feel awful.

Su.

Someone drugged me.

Stay away.

I can't hold it much longer.

Just go.

Go.

But who

would it be?

Is it because what you said...

(The aphrodisiac.)

(Whoever drugged him is really vicious.)

(They know well what he cares about most,)

(yet still mean to destroy him.)

(If he loses his composure in public,)

(from what I know of him,)

(he might kill himself.)

(Forget it.)

(It's not like we haven't kissed before.)

♪Vows endure through endless years♪

♪As in the start, we dove in this dream♪

♪Every storm and every breeze♪

♪A witness to our love♪

♪Stars may shift, but love endures♪

♪No matter how brief our time, we hold on tight♪

♪With you, my heart is complete♪

♪A dream like the true love♪

♪Through all eternity♪

Morning, Baoyin.

Auntie.

It's all my fault.

I got drunk

and we...

I lost my mind.

Five years ago,

I was a man

who lived in constant fear

and suffered humiliation.

Even when I hated myself,

you were the only one to trust me

love me, wait for me, and protect me.

You always kept a clearer

and more rational mind.

These five years,

the strength you once gave me has steered me

through all those hardships.

Right now, I want nothing

more than you by my side.

But it should've been different.

If you change your identity

and retake the imperial exam,

that should be acceptable, right?

I feel so bad

that you can't

exert your talents.

Well, that's not the case.

You once said

as time passes,

the full moon

wanes.

Nothing in this world

is perfect.

But imperfection is good enough.

That's why we must

cherish the present while we live.

Little happiness

might just be enough for us.

I'd rather live a plain and simple life

with you.

(True love)

(is not about passion)

(but trust,)

(loyalty,)

(and devotion to move forward.)

(As long as we can walk hand in hand)

(through the long,)

(difficult, yet joyful times,)

(it is enough.)

♪We met and knew in life's uncertain flow♪

♪Pledge a lifetime of deep affection♪

♪In this moment, hand in hand, we'll roam the ends of earth♪

(I have loved you for longer)

(than you know.)

(With you as my wife,)

(I am)

(over the moon.)

♪Wishing to gaze long, as our hair turns white, love deepens♪

♪Wishing to stay close, with a heart-lamp through the night♪

♪Through every storm, through every breeze♪

♪I'll stay by your side♪

♪With two hearts entwined, we brave all barriers♪

♪Vows endure through endless years♪

♪As in the start, we dove in this dream♪

♪Every storm and every breeze♪

♪A witness to our love♪

♪Stars may shift, but love endures♪

♪No matter how brief our time, we hold on tight♪

♪With you, my heart is complete♪

♪In a dreamlike haze, our joys and sorrows blend♪

♪When the glory's gone, this love will never end♪

(There is always someone to face injustice)

(and tread rough paths with you.)

(Dedicated to all women for their strength and resilience.)

(As long as you believe in yourself, light will overcome darkness.)

(Stay true to your heart, and live a good life.)

(The end)

♪Through every storm, through every breeze♪

♪I'll stay by your side♪

♪With two hearts entwined, we brave all barriers♪

♪Vows endure through endless years♪

♪As in the start, we dove in this dream♪

♪Every storm and every breeze♪

♪A witness to our love♪

♪Stars may shift, but love endures♪

♪No matter how brief our time, we hold on tight♪

♪With you, my heart is complete♪

♪A dream like the true love♪

♪Through all eternity♪