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[The Lament of Autumn]

[Episode 27]

[Nanhuai Military General Staff Department]

We found another

black market arms dealer

who had dealings with Cai Fuhu.

According to his confession,

outside Laifu Teahouse,

there is a wooden sign hanging all year round

for buying tea leaves.

"Buying premium Longjing today"

means a meeting.

"Buying Huangshan Maofeng today"

means there's a change of plans.

Cai Fuhu's rank is low.

He's just a front man at best.

But the person he meets

might be the one we're looking for.

The manager of Laifu Teahouse

is already under our control.

The arrest of Cai Fuhu and his son

is still being kept secret.

We just said they were sent out on duty.

And the waiters and kitchen staff of the teahouse

have all been replaced by our own people.

This person has been lying low for so long.

He won't show up easily.

We have to set a trap for him.

Well, let's spread the news through the black market.

Just say

that 600 German Bergmann submachine guns

are about

to flow into Nanhuai.

Then hang a sign for buying Longjing

outside Laifu Teahouse

and wait for him to take the bait.

One Character.

One Character too.

Seven Characters.

Kong.

Your luck today

is truly unstoppable.

The Fifth Young Master Yu and his wife

have moved back home.

Baoru is happy.

How could we possibly

catch up with her luck?

What a demure beauty.

Baoru,

someone has finally taken over

your walnut-cracking duties.

He has someone taking care of him in the future.

Oh my.

Speak of the devil.

Looks like you ladies

were talking about me.

Changxuan,

come look at my tiles.

No need to look.

I'll cover whatever you lose.

This child.

Stop cracking. Be careful not to hurt your hands.

It's fine.

I've cracked walnuts for so many years,

and I've never seen

him care so much.

I raised you for nothing.

Look at them.

With such a

graceful wife,

it's not hard

for them to treat each other

with mutual respect.

Yes, yes.

Such good fortune. Come on.

I'm the lucky one.

There are so many people here.

Stop talking.

Pingjun!

Pingjun! Pingjun!

Let me tell you.

I started a club.

Many friends have joined.

You have to join too.

Hurry up and write your name down.

What club? A poetry club?

The club I started

is all about

helping us girls.

The spirit of the club is

self-respect, self-love, and self-reliance.

Let me tell you,

I thought about it all night yesterday

and finally came up with

a good name.

It's called the Heroine Club.

That's the name you came up with after a whole night?

Yu Changxuan, what do you mean?

Pingjun, you...

Mom, Mom, be the judge here.

Look at the two of them,

ganging up to bully me.

You have a lot of nerve

to mess with those two.

They are

thick as thieves.

Qixuan.

In ancient times, Hua Mulan joined the army in her father's place.

As the opera says,

"Who says women are inferior to men?"

Why don't you call this Mulan Club?

Mulan Club.

Yes.

That's a good name.

Let's call it Mulan Club then.

Why didn't I think of that?

Changxuan.

I need to borrow your Fengtai by then.

I need to be the host.

Pingjun, you came up with this name.

So you're involved.

You must attend too.

Serve them to everyone.

Great. I was just about to say I'm hungry.

Enjoy.

You like this?

This is very delicious.

Really? Let me try.

[Yuxingsheng]

[Nanshan White Maojian] [West Lake Longjing] [Guidong Linglong]

[Buying Longjing]

[Yuxingsheng]

You found nothing?

Don't move.

Be careful.

Speak.

Changxuan.

Someone just booked

the private room Cai Fuhu usually goes to.

Boren and I have already set up an ambush.

Sir, are you alone

or do you have a companion?

Room Qingfeng.

Please follow me.

Sir, here is Room Qingfeng.

[Qingfeng Hall]

Waiter.

I remembered it wrong.

I want to go to Qinglan Hall.

It's on the first floor.

I'll take you there.

Something's wrong.

Hurry!

[Yuxingsheng]

-Let's split up! -Let's go!

Hurry!

[Where Guests Gather]

Let's go!

Hurry!

This way!

After him!

Did you see where he went?

Sir!

Sir! We found him!

He's in the alley over there!

[Nanhuai Orphanage]

[Infirmary]

Cough.

She just caught a cold.

It's not serious.

She'll be fine after taking medicine for a couple of days.

For the next few days,

don't let her take part

in any outdoor activities.

Okay.

Thank you so much, Dr. Yu.

You're welcome.

Thank you.

Goodbye.

Did you remember what the doctor said?

Let's go.

Jinxuan, have an orange.

Come in.

Sit down.

I'll peel the orange

and make you a little orange lantern, okay?

Jinxuan, are you sick?

I'm fine. I'm fine.

Kuang Bingwen,

I will hate you.

In that case,

I might as well

let you hate me to the end!

The deceased, Zhao Wu,

belonged to the Fourth Army along with Cai Fuhu.

But according to our investigation,

there was no connection

between the two of them.

[Where Music and Books Bring Joy]

We don't know why he appeared here.

[Where Music and Books Bring Joy]

Brother-in-law.

You really are a married man now.

In the past,

you wouldn't come home for a meal

even once a month.

But now,

you rush home on time every day.

Why are you looking at me like this?

I feel like you've been

a bit different lately, Brother-in-law.

How so?

I can't put my finger on it.

You seem to have a lot on your mind.

Like you've encountered a problem

that even you can't solve.

Mr. Bingwen! Mr. Bingwen!

[Where Music and Books Bring Joy]

Fifth Young Master, you're here too?

Mr. Bingwen, great news!

Just now,

Director Zhang from the orphanage

called to say

that Fourth Lady is pregnant.

Do Father and Mother know about it?

Yes.

They are overjoyed.

They are waiting for you

to bring Fourth Lady back as soon as possible.

[Where Music and Books Bring Joy]

Thank you, Mr. Tai.

Go now.

I'll take my leave then.

Changxuan.

Actually, over the past few days,

Jinxuan and I

have been having some problems.

She moved to the orphanage

and is giving me the cold shoulder.

I've been in a bad mood

because of this.

So do you want me

to go with you tomorrow?

It's a matter between us as husband and wife.

We should resolve it ourselves.

You two newlyweds

are in your honeymoon phase.

Now that Jinxuan is having a baby,

rest assured. I'll give in

to her on everything.

Congratulations, Brother-in-law.

I also hope you have a baby soon.

It will bring even more joy

to our Yu family.

Now that you're pregnant,

you should work less and rest more.

If you need to buy anything,

just let me know.

During this time,

I want us to sleep in separate rooms.

You can stay in the guest room.

In separate rooms?

Then how can I

take good care of you?

They say pregnant women

can be childish.

It seems to be true.

Keeping up the act for decades

must be hard for you.

After decades,

even the fake becomes real.

From the very beginning,

I've been your only man.

I am very clear

about that.

Don't upset the baby.

You must keep our baby safe.

[Nanhuai Army Headquarters]

How has the investigation been going these past few days?

Zhao Wu belonged to

the Seventh Regiment, Third Division, Fourth Army.

The regiment commander was Li Tianjun.

Zhao Wu was a company commander.

His parents live in Siguqiao.

He had an older brother and an older sister.

His family was poor,

but he had a private room at Xinghua Hotel

on a long-term basis.

We found these inside.

Zhao Wu was just a company commander.

How could he have access

to weapons and firearms,

and be able to mobilize and replace them?

And he was bold enough to

instruct Tong Chunhai

to kidnap Pingjun.

What are your suspicions?

Actually, Gu and I both think

this person should be a scapegoat.

You guys surrounded

this mole that day,

and he still managed to escape.

If Zhao Wu came

to help him escape,

and he decided to kill him

in such a short time,

that shows just how ruthless he is.

The top priority

is to thoroughly investigate everyone around Zhao Wu.

Someone must have seen

him in contact with suspicious people.

Qiuluo.

I heard Madam reassigned you to serve

the Fifth Young Madam.

No matter who we are serving,

as servants,

we just need to do our best.

You are so lucky.

Before the Young Madam even moved in,

the Fifth Young Master personally supervised

the tidying of her room,

making it look like a painting.

He even picked out the ornaments

on the table himself.

If you serve her well,

won't you become

a favorite of the Fifth Young Master

and Young Madam?

Yes, Qiuluo. Congratulations.

Shut up.

Who are you to gossip about

the Fifth Young Master

and Young Madam?

Hurry up and finish your work.

I'm not gossiping.

You see, the Fifth Young Master

personally oversees

the Fifth Young Madam's meals every day.

She prefers light food,

so the menus in the residence

have been changed to suit her taste.

That's right.

The Fifth Young Master

is such a busy man,

yet he still remembers these trivial matters.

Even so,

you mustn't gossip about

the Fifth Young Master and Young Madam.

Remember that.

-Yes. -Yes.

Yes.

Watch your tongues.

Young Madam, the ginseng soup is ready.

Drink it while it's hot.

Alright.

This is

the best thing for your health.

Why is this soup so bitter?

Good medicine tastes bitter.

This is made with top-quality ginseng.

Young Madam,

you may not be used to it,

but now that you're in our Yu family,

you should get used to it.

I'm not drinking this.

Take it away.

Young Madam.

The Fifth Young Master has always

drunk it this way.

In all these years, he's never left a drop

of the ginseng soup I've made.

Even when he doesn't like it,

he appreciates the fact

that I spent hours

making it for him

and drinks every last drop.

Well, you've certainly worked hard.

I'll tell the Fifth Young Master

that we have enough staff here

and no longer need you.

I'll send you back to the countryside to get married.

I'll have someone arrange it tomorrow

and have your parents come get you.

No, please!

Young Madam, I was wrong.

Young Madam, I won't dare do it again.

Please don't send me away.

Do you really think

I'm some spoiled young lady

who would be bullied by your words,

fall for your little tricks,

and cry her eyes out?

You're so wrong.

I'm not that forgiving.

Do you really think I can't deal with you?

There are some things

that are clearly beyond your control.

Why go to such great lengths?

Young Madam,

I know I was wrong.

Young Madam, I won't dare do it again.

I'm sorry.

I'll let it go this time.

There won't be a next time.

You may leave.

Thank you, Young Madam.

Thank you, Young Madam.

Officer Gu, I'm sorry.

Is the Fifth Young Madam inside?

Yes.

Pingjun.

Director Gu, what brings you here?

Changxuan asked me to drop off some documents.

He'll be back in a bit.

Why did you have to

make the trip yourself?

It was on my way. No trouble at all.

Why didn't you drink your ginseng soup?

This soup is just too bitter.

What a coincidence.

I heard Changxuan mention

that you like zongzi candy before.

I happened to pass by Yurong Pastry Shop.

So I bought some.

Thank you so much, Director Gu.

-Fourth Lady. -Fourth Lady.

Jinxuan.

Changxuan?

Qiujuan.

Go do your other things.

Let me.

Sit with me for a while, will you?

I heard that pregnant women

have a hard time.

How are you feeling lately?

It's been pretty good.

I see Dr. Dai regularly for shots

to support the pregnancy.

It's good to stay active. That's good.

That's good.

When he grows up

and can walk and run,

as his uncle,

I'll teach him how to ride a horse

and go fishing.

Since you like kids so much,

why don't you have one yourself?

Stop making fun of me.

It's too early for me.

Changxuan,

Pingjun is a good girl,

but she's not the type

to be easily manipulated.

Are you planning to keep

some things to yourself forever

and never tell her?

You know that

nothing stays hidden forever.

If she finds out one day,

do you think she can handle it?

I understand, Jinxuan.

I will tell her

when I get the chance.

Anyway,

this is between the two of you.

As your sister,

I can only give you a reminder.

I can't make decisions for you.

It hasn't been easy for you and Pingjun

to get to where you are today.

I just hope

you two will be well in the future.

Fifth Young Master.

You've been coming back late these past few days.

I specifically had the small kitchen

make lotus leaf soup for you.

It's very refreshing. Please try it.

How is Madam's mood today?

How is her appetite?

How would we know

how the Young Madam is?

You should ask Director Gu.

What do you mean?

We maids are clumsy.

Usually,

we can't do much to help with taking care of

the Fifth Young Madam.

The Young Madam

is literate.

She doesn't have much to say to us.

But with Director Gu,

she has endless things to talk about.

It's actually strange.

Director Gu usually looks cold,

but whenever he sees the Young Madam,

he becomes gentle.

Fifth Young Master!

One is my brother,

and the other is my wife.

If I hear you making up

such nonsense again,

I'll take your life.

Get out.

Fengtai has its own merits,

but the garden in Yu's Residence is also beautiful.

Isn't it, Young Madam?

This is a hosta.

It's easy to grow and can survive anywhere.

Young Madam, are you alright?

What happened?

Fifth Young Master.

The Young Madam is feeling a bit unwell.

What's wrong?

I'm fine.

Maybe the wind was a bit strong just now.

It gave me a headache. It's nothing.

What are you doing?

What are you doing?

Yu Changxuan, put... put me down.

I can walk by myself.

Hurry up.

What are you doing?

Do you want me to walk faster?

Yes.

Call me Changxuan.

I haven't heard it all day.

I miss it so much.

Changxuan.

Why does it sound so good

when you say it?

Hello?

Okay. Okay.

I got it.

Young Madam!

-What's wrong? -Young Madam.

Master Jin from Xiangxi Hotel

called for Fifth Young Master Yu,

saying Miss Lan Qing is having opium withdrawals.

Get the car ready.

Opium paste!

Opium paste!

Opium paste...

Lan Qing.

Lan Qing.

Opium paste! Where did you hide the opium paste?

Give it to me!

Lan Qing!

Give it to me!

Lan Qing.

Pingjun?

What are you doing here?

Where is Fifth Young Master Yu?

Changxuan had to go on patrol.

I heard something happened to Lan Qing,

so I came to see her.

Ye Pingjun.

What are you doing here?

Are you here to laugh at me?

Lan Qing.

I know you are suffering right now.

But you must hold on.

Stop!

You can't use this!

Let me go!

-Lan Qing! -Lan Qing!

Leave me alone!

-Lan Qing! -I don't...

Calm down!

Don't be afraid.

It's okay now.

It's okay now.

It's okay. Don't be afraid.

It's okay.

Lan Qing.

Ye Pingjun.

Stop pretending to be a good person!

I hurt you so much before.

Shouldn't you hate me?

I don't hate you.

Because I know

this isn't the real you.

I don't want to see you!

Get out!

I don't want to see you!

Get out!

Lan Qing.

Go back and treat your wound first.

I'm here. Don't worry.

But...

Trust me.

I'm here.

Go.

Lan Qing.

It's okay now.

It's okay now.

[Yuchun Theater]

Jin.

Why bother caring about me?

It's better to just let me die.

Whether it's a highly effective drug

or the best doctor,

Lan Qing,

neither one can help you

get over this hurdle.

You have to rely on yourself

and grit your teeth to get through it.

Mingxuan once told me

that when a star is on stage,

even if the sky falls,

they must finish the performance.

Bravo! Bravo!

The Lan Qing he knows

keeps singing whether there is

an audience or not,

and she never gives up

no matter what difficulties she faces.

Pingjun, you're so thoughtful.

You prepared so many things

for me and the baby.

And you even sewed a herbal pillow yourself?

Jinxuan,

we are family now.

I'm happy to do this.

You're such a good girl.

Sometimes Changxuan can be

a bit bossy.

But I've seen

everything he's done for you.

He is truly devoted to you.

If he ever

does anything wrong in the future,

I hope you

can give him a chance

for the sake of his sincerity.

I understand.

Don't worry.

We are doing great.

By the way, Jinxuan,

let me adjust this herbal pillow for you.

I'll make sure the herbs inside

are evenly distributed.

That way, you'll sleep

more comfortably at night.

I'll put it here.

Lan Qing.

Lan Qing?

Come look at your new costumes.

Don't buy me new costumes anymore.

They'd just go to waste on me.

It's okay.

The audience wasn't very enthusiastic today.

The audience was small. Don't be discouraged.

It will only get better

day by day.

Day by day?

I come from the lowest rung of society.

My life is like a weed drifting in the wind.

How can I even think about tomorrow?

If someone supports me,

I am a star.

If no one does,

I'll be begging on the street corner.

Lan Qing,

you are a star.

It's not because of anyone's

admiration or support.

It's because of your talent, hard work,

and achievements.

It's because you are yourself.

I don't understand.

You must

always put yourself first.

Respect yourself and love yourself.

Do you know

when

I started liking you?

Since when?

It was raining heavily that day.

There was no audience,

and you didn't have suitable clothes.

But you still

finished performing "The Peony Pavilion."

[Where Music Lingers and Clouds Pause]

Bravo!

Young Master.

I'm not a star.

Why did you stay in the rain

to watch my performance to the end?

A performance shouldn't be left unfinished.

Even if the sky falls, it must be finished.

That's what makes a true star.

Mingxuan?

Is that you?

Lan Qing.

Do you still remember

what I told you?

I do.

Heaven loves those who love themselves.

No matter how bad the situation is,

as long as you don't give up on yourself,

no one can break your spirit.

So promise me,

no matter what,

take good care of yourself.

Keep yourself safe.

A performance shouldn't be left unfinished.

Even if the sky falls,

it must be finished.

So it's the Yu family's good son-in-law.

Are you sitting here

because you think you're not conspicuous enough?

I was sitting here waiting to congratulate you.

Now that Yu Jinxuan is pregnant,

you'll get a share of the Yu family's property sooner or later.

You no longer have to stand

on the edge of the cliff with me

and take any risks.

How nice.

Shouldn't I congratulate you?

It's such a good thing.

Here.

A toast to you.

Wanqiao,

you're drunk.

I'll help you back.

I'm not drunk!

Kuang Bingwen.

What did you promise me back then?

You told me

to stay by the old man's side

to pass information to you.

You said

you married his daughter just

to get power.

You said all this was

for revenge,

that it was all fake.

But what about now?

You've made it real,

haven't you?

I know very well

our purpose in coming to the Yu family.

Is that so?

Then tell me

that you've never had feelings

for Yu Jinxuan.

Not even a little bit.

Say it.

Say it!

You lied to me.

For your plan,

I married a man I don't love.

And I even bore him a child.