1 00:00:32,341 --> 00:00:35,382 "Huayi Brothers Media Corporation and Huayi Brothers International Limited present" 2 00:00:36,425 --> 00:00:39,174 "a Film Workshop Co Ltd and Huayi Brothers Media Corporation production" 3 00:00:40,258 --> 00:00:43,257 "a Tsui Hark film" 4 00:00:48,716 --> 00:00:50,049 "In 689 A. D.," 5 00:00:51,800 --> 00:00:55,924 "upon Emperor Tang Gaozong's death," 6 00:00:58,425 --> 00:01:04,007 "Empress Wu, a regent for 7 years," 7 00:01:06,216 --> 00:01:09,174 "would soon be coroneted" 8 00:01:10,966 --> 00:01:15,799 "as history's first female emperor. " 9 00:01:18,966 --> 00:01:22,049 "Royal clansmen and founding officials" 10 00:01:23,466 --> 00:01:26,674 "resented a woman usurping the throne" 11 00:01:28,883 --> 00:01:30,924 "and colluded" 12 00:01:31,925 --> 00:01:34,465 "to overthrow her reign. " 13 00:01:37,383 --> 00:01:42,299 "Behind its peaceful facade, the capital was lurking with danger. " 14 00:01:45,091 --> 00:01:48,757 "All hell was about to break loose..." 15 00:01:59,466 --> 00:02:04,632 < Detective Dee and the Mystery of the Phantom Flame > 16 00:02:18,258 --> 00:02:21,174 The Empress hereby decrees: 17 00:02:21,675 --> 00:02:25,757 The Court of State Ceremonials shall 18 00:02:26,050 --> 00:02:28,007 welcome Umayyad diplomat Aspar 19 00:02:28,508 --> 00:02:30,799 and escort him to the Towering Buddha 20 00:02:31,008 --> 00:02:33,424 to revere the Empress's divine glory. 21 00:02:43,216 --> 00:02:46,174 The Buddha is sixty six yards high, 22 00:02:46,383 --> 00:02:48,632 which means there are thirty three heavens 23 00:02:48,800 --> 00:02:50,632 beyond the first thirty three heavens, 24 00:02:50,800 --> 00:02:54,215 symbolizing reaching the ninth cloud. 25 00:02:54,383 --> 00:02:56,924 I already explained it to the General. 26 00:03:02,508 --> 00:03:04,924 Will it be ready before the Coronation? 27 00:03:05,050 --> 00:03:07,674 Sure, otherwise... 28 00:03:07,841 --> 00:03:10,799 my life cannot be spared. 29 00:03:20,633 --> 00:03:22,174 This is so spectacular! 30 00:03:22,425 --> 00:03:25,424 Huge resources have been spent on this. 31 00:03:25,591 --> 00:03:28,924 2 million catties of metal were used. 32 00:03:29,383 --> 00:03:33,465 More than 1000 catties are burnt each day. 33 00:03:33,758 --> 00:03:36,424 The temperature is too high here. 34 00:03:36,841 --> 00:03:40,590 Bring water and a towel for the General! 35 00:03:54,925 --> 00:03:57,299 The General asked of whom the portrait is. 36 00:03:58,925 --> 00:04:01,215 This is Lu Li, our Imperial Chaplain. 37 00:04:01,383 --> 00:04:04,424 He's very potent and trusted by the Empress! 38 00:04:04,591 --> 00:04:08,215 These are amulets bestowed by the Chaplain. 39 00:04:08,383 --> 00:04:11,007 They can dispel evil and thwart disaster... 40 00:04:16,133 --> 00:04:17,507 It's unbearably hot inside the Buddha. 41 00:04:17,675 --> 00:04:20,590 We need to drink at least 2 liters of water a day. 42 00:04:22,300 --> 00:04:23,215 We have to report this! 43 00:04:24,466 --> 00:04:27,215 This is serious and we should do it before lives are lost! 44 00:04:29,966 --> 00:04:31,174 Shatuo, you better go. 45 00:04:34,091 --> 00:04:35,215 Let's go up from here. 46 00:04:35,508 --> 00:04:39,715 Today's so clear we can see miles from here! 47 00:04:53,425 --> 00:04:56,257 This tubular pillar is crucial to the Buddha. 48 00:04:56,508 --> 00:04:59,840 It's 72 yards long and made from one casting. 49 00:05:00,008 --> 00:05:01,965 It is surrounded by... 50 00:05:02,258 --> 00:05:04,424 81 steel chains. 51 00:05:04,591 --> 00:05:06,840 In the face of hurricanes or earthquakes, 52 00:05:07,008 --> 00:05:09,674 the chains will pull in the opposite direction to prevent collapsing. 53 00:05:16,966 --> 00:05:21,840 General, these are the Buddha's two eyes. 54 00:05:22,008 --> 00:05:23,424 Master Jia... Master Jia... 55 00:05:23,591 --> 00:05:24,590 Don't you see we have guests here? 56 00:05:25,883 --> 00:05:28,715 Please... 57 00:05:29,383 --> 00:05:30,840 - What's the matter with you? - When you... 58 00:05:31,175 --> 00:05:32,590 inspected the pillar yesterday, 59 00:05:32,758 --> 00:05:34,340 you removed some amulets. 60 00:05:34,633 --> 00:05:36,465 Should we put them back? 61 00:05:36,716 --> 00:05:37,882 They haven't been put back? 62 00:05:38,341 --> 00:05:42,382 Moving the amulets will bring bad luck, so... 63 00:05:43,466 --> 00:05:44,549 After you have moved them, 64 00:05:44,716 --> 00:05:45,882 - we all feel so scared that... - I know. 65 00:05:46,050 --> 00:05:47,965 nobody dared to put them back. 66 00:05:48,383 --> 00:05:50,257 Our work has been stuck. 67 00:05:50,425 --> 00:05:52,549 Put them back right away. Hurry up! 68 00:05:52,716 --> 00:05:54,299 It's needless to say. 69 00:06:06,466 --> 00:06:07,632 This way, please. 70 00:06:22,925 --> 00:06:24,424 The General says we can see 71 00:06:24,591 --> 00:06:26,299 the coronation stage here. 72 00:06:32,466 --> 00:06:33,424 The General says... 73 00:06:42,591 --> 00:06:45,090 Sir... Sir... 74 00:06:52,300 --> 00:06:53,590 Master Jia 75 00:07:14,966 --> 00:07:17,632 "Produced by Wang Zhongjun" 76 00:07:20,008 --> 00:07:22,840 "Producer Wang Zhonglei" 77 00:07:23,925 --> 00:07:26,965 "Executive Producer Nansun Shi" 78 00:07:28,800 --> 00:07:32,007 "Executive Producer Peggy Lee" 79 00:07:33,466 --> 00:07:36,007 "Starring Andy Lau" 80 00:07:38,216 --> 00:07:41,674 "Starring Carina Lau Li Bingbing" 81 00:07:42,341 --> 00:07:46,590 "Starring Deng Chao" 82 00:07:47,841 --> 00:07:51,007 "Special Appearance Tony Leung Ka Fai" 83 00:07:53,216 --> 00:07:56,674 "Action Director Sammo Hung" 84 00:07:57,966 --> 00:08:01,174 "Executive Producer Chen Kuo Fu" 85 00:08:02,800 --> 00:08:06,299 "Produced and Directed by Tsui Hark" 86 00:08:07,341 --> 00:08:08,007 Master Xue. 87 00:08:08,591 --> 00:08:09,507 Yes... 88 00:08:11,883 --> 00:08:14,257 Sir, the corpse has been burnt to ashes. 89 00:08:14,633 --> 00:08:16,007 No flesh was left. 90 00:08:16,175 --> 00:08:17,340 So strange? 91 00:08:18,175 --> 00:08:21,215 We must find out the cause of the fire. 92 00:08:22,841 --> 00:08:23,924 Any forensic findings from the corpse? 93 00:08:24,383 --> 00:08:26,757 Sir! We found this on the corpse. 94 00:08:30,633 --> 00:08:34,882 Phosphorus! The corpse is filled with it! 95 00:08:36,633 --> 00:08:40,257 Much phosphorus is stored inside the Buddha to melt the copper. 96 00:08:40,466 --> 00:08:43,840 I bet this gave the murderer the opportunity 97 00:08:45,091 --> 00:08:47,299 to use what's already in the scene. 98 00:08:51,008 --> 00:08:54,299 Master Jia was burnt by yellow phosphorus! 99 00:08:54,883 --> 00:08:56,840 No, not the phosphorus. 100 00:09:01,758 --> 00:09:05,424 The flame exploded from inside the body. 101 00:09:06,258 --> 00:09:09,382 Pei? How could the flame explode from inside? 102 00:09:09,550 --> 00:09:10,924 Sir, look at his shoe. 103 00:09:13,550 --> 00:09:14,924 The bones were burnt to ashes 104 00:09:15,633 --> 00:09:16,090 and left inside the shoe, 105 00:09:16,300 --> 00:09:17,924 but its outside remains unscathed. 106 00:09:18,175 --> 00:09:20,424 The flame must have been burnt from inside. 107 00:09:20,716 --> 00:09:22,340 Otherwise, how could this have happened? 108 00:09:24,008 --> 00:09:25,007 Perhaps not! 109 00:09:25,425 --> 00:09:26,590 But the corpse is dense with phosphorus. 110 00:09:26,758 --> 00:09:30,674 Someone must have poisoned his food! 111 00:09:31,091 --> 00:09:34,424 Phosphorus stinks. He couldn't miss it. 112 00:09:34,966 --> 00:09:35,965 Even if he had taken it by mistake, 113 00:09:36,133 --> 00:09:36,965 the symptoms should be... 114 00:09:37,133 --> 00:09:39,632 shortness of breath and bodily pain, but not be aflame. 115 00:09:41,466 --> 00:09:46,007 Cut the crap. The murderer is among you. 116 00:09:46,883 --> 00:09:48,549 Nab them all back for interrogation! 117 00:09:48,716 --> 00:09:49,799 Sir... Sir. 118 00:09:57,800 --> 00:09:58,465 Don't panic! 119 00:09:58,633 --> 00:10:01,465 We can continue our work after the interrogation. 120 00:10:02,216 --> 00:10:04,465 You... the supervisor. 121 00:10:08,883 --> 00:10:10,715 Sir, if you arrest me, 122 00:10:10,966 --> 00:10:13,257 our work will be delayed and we're doomed. 123 00:10:13,425 --> 00:10:14,507 What's in your left hand? 124 00:10:17,216 --> 00:10:22,382 What is this? What happened to your hand? 125 00:10:23,008 --> 00:10:24,674 I was punished by the Ministry of Justice 126 00:10:30,175 --> 00:10:32,382 and had been jailed for eight years 127 00:10:33,383 --> 00:10:36,132 for involving in Detective Dee's treason. 128 00:10:37,591 --> 00:10:38,632 Treason? 129 00:10:43,216 --> 00:10:45,424 A dork like you in treason? 130 00:10:45,883 --> 00:10:47,549 Then you had to be involved. 131 00:10:52,050 --> 00:10:57,090 Sir, if the Buddha can't be finished on time, the Empress will blame us. 132 00:10:57,716 --> 00:11:00,257 Supreme Court won't be better off either. 133 00:11:01,550 --> 00:11:03,590 You dare to threaten us with the Empress? 134 00:11:04,383 --> 00:11:07,257 Good. I'll give you want you want. 135 00:11:10,425 --> 00:11:11,715 I'll chop your right hand off as well. 136 00:11:12,716 --> 00:11:13,965 He was struck by divine intervention! 137 00:11:15,633 --> 00:11:18,507 Master Jia was struck by divine intervention! 138 00:11:19,591 --> 00:11:20,507 Out of my way! 139 00:11:20,883 --> 00:11:22,424 You bugger, cut this crap! 140 00:11:22,550 --> 00:11:24,549 What superstition are you trying to say? 141 00:11:24,716 --> 00:11:26,382 What divine intervention? Spit it out! 142 00:11:27,591 --> 00:11:30,757 Master Jia moved the amulets 143 00:11:30,925 --> 00:11:32,132 during his inspection a few days ago. 144 00:11:33,091 --> 00:11:36,215 Bestowed amulets should never be moved. 145 00:11:37,508 --> 00:11:39,090 Stop spreading these fallacies! 146 00:11:39,258 --> 00:11:41,882 Amulets? Can't be moved? 147 00:11:50,800 --> 00:11:52,174 Let me do it. 148 00:11:55,675 --> 00:11:57,215 What's up? You want to try too? 149 00:11:57,758 --> 00:12:00,257 Do you believe it? 150 00:12:02,341 --> 00:12:03,465 Let me move one and you'll all see 151 00:12:06,091 --> 00:12:09,132 if divine intervention would strike me now! 152 00:12:11,091 --> 00:12:12,840 Nab all those who went to the top today 153 00:12:13,091 --> 00:12:14,465 and take them back. 154 00:12:14,758 --> 00:12:17,799 Handcuff them up at the main gate. 155 00:12:23,133 --> 00:12:25,465 Donglai, you come with me to the Palace 156 00:12:25,633 --> 00:12:27,465 and report the case to the Empress. 157 00:12:27,633 --> 00:12:30,090 Everybody else guards over here. 158 00:12:30,716 --> 00:12:33,257 Arrest them all when you've order from the Empress. 159 00:12:33,425 --> 00:12:34,299 Yes, Sir! 160 00:12:55,133 --> 00:12:58,799 Your Majesty, General Yao just entered, 161 00:12:59,175 --> 00:13:02,674 leading 200 soldiers from Longzhou. 162 00:13:03,258 --> 00:13:06,674 Following behind is General Qiu, 163 00:13:06,925 --> 00:13:09,882 with an army of 600 to protect Your Majesty. 164 00:13:13,050 --> 00:13:15,174 Your Majesty, Master Xue of Supreme Court 165 00:13:15,341 --> 00:13:16,965 and his subordinate Pei request an interview! 166 00:13:17,550 --> 00:13:18,507 Let them approach! 167 00:13:30,800 --> 00:13:32,840 Your Majesty, Pei Donglai of Supreme Court. 168 00:13:33,050 --> 00:13:36,465 Regarding the torched death of Jia Yi, 169 00:13:36,633 --> 00:13:38,424 - my preliminary investigation indicates... - He's on fire! 170 00:13:45,258 --> 00:13:46,757 What's wrong with Master Jia? 171 00:13:47,050 --> 00:13:48,049 How come he's on fire? 172 00:13:49,300 --> 00:13:51,174 - Protect Her Majesty! - Protect Her Majesty! 173 00:14:28,883 --> 00:14:30,049 The Empress hereby decrees: 174 00:14:30,425 --> 00:14:33,840 2000 more Guards shall be garrisoned inside the palace. 175 00:14:34,133 --> 00:14:36,924 Those without permits shall be killed without reprieve. 176 00:14:39,758 --> 00:14:41,590 The Palace becomes so dark by night. 177 00:14:43,425 --> 00:14:45,215 Fire is not allowed in the palace any more. 178 00:14:45,383 --> 00:14:47,590 All flames were replaced by night pearls. 179 00:14:48,008 --> 00:14:49,757 Nobody knows what had happened to the Empress. 180 00:14:50,133 --> 00:14:51,507 All food and drinks came from outside... 181 00:14:51,716 --> 00:14:53,674 and they all turned cold when delivered to the Empress. 182 00:14:54,175 --> 00:14:55,799 We all worry about her. 183 00:14:59,633 --> 00:15:02,840 Your Majesty... Your Majesty. 184 00:15:05,425 --> 00:15:06,632 I don't want to smell that again! 185 00:15:07,383 --> 00:15:08,257 The coronation is imminent. 186 00:15:08,425 --> 00:15:09,674 Your Majesty should mind your health. 187 00:15:10,091 --> 00:15:12,215 I've even ordered your favorite soup. 188 00:15:22,008 --> 00:15:25,090 You don't need to test-eat anymore. 189 00:15:25,508 --> 00:15:27,465 Leave that to your subordinates. 190 00:15:28,466 --> 00:15:30,299 Your Majesty has to rule the world. 191 00:15:30,800 --> 00:15:34,465 I live and die for Your Majesty. 192 00:15:36,841 --> 00:15:41,299 Remember you have to stay alive. 193 00:15:42,466 --> 00:15:44,965 Only then can you defeat your enemies. 194 00:15:46,050 --> 00:15:48,590 Since I entered the palace at the age of 14, 195 00:15:48,800 --> 00:15:50,549 I've braved through crises after crises. 196 00:15:50,716 --> 00:15:54,632 Had I been careless, I'd have been crushed 197 00:15:57,591 --> 00:16:00,715 I would never think of ascending the throne by a woman. 198 00:16:03,800 --> 00:16:07,090 Your Majesty, dinner is safe to eat. 199 00:16:21,008 --> 00:16:23,882 Your Majesty, the Imperial Chaplain is here. 200 00:16:25,841 --> 00:16:27,715 - Hurry up... - Where? 201 00:16:39,008 --> 00:16:40,424 Everything is transient; 202 00:16:40,883 --> 00:16:42,465 follow Heaven's Mandate. 203 00:16:44,008 --> 00:16:47,799 Welcome, Chaplain. Everyone, on your knees! 204 00:16:48,050 --> 00:16:49,090 Yes, Your Majesty. 205 00:16:51,383 --> 00:16:53,174 The astronomical phenomena have been chaotic. 206 00:16:53,341 --> 00:16:55,049 An evil availed of my spiritual sabbatical 207 00:16:55,216 --> 00:16:58,424 to disturb the royal soil against nature. 208 00:16:58,758 --> 00:17:01,340 Would the Chaplain please enlighten me? 209 00:17:01,550 --> 00:17:03,340 The evil has been committing crimes 210 00:17:03,591 --> 00:17:06,215 as Venus has left the Palace for 8 years. 211 00:17:06,383 --> 00:17:09,257 It's being locked up and has not returned. 212 00:17:09,425 --> 00:17:14,049 Locked up? Is Venus a prisoner? 213 00:17:15,633 --> 00:17:19,424 Venus originated from Yang Qui of Dee City. 214 00:17:20,925 --> 00:17:22,132 Left the Palace for 8 years? 215 00:17:22,300 --> 00:17:24,174 Originated from Dee City? 216 00:17:24,925 --> 00:17:27,924 Does the Chaplain mean Detective Dee? 217 00:17:29,133 --> 00:17:31,715 8 years ago, Dee opposed your regency 218 00:17:31,883 --> 00:17:33,382 and was jailed for treason. 219 00:17:33,550 --> 00:17:34,757 If we release him, 220 00:17:35,383 --> 00:17:37,674 the dissenters will become more recalcitrant! 221 00:17:37,841 --> 00:17:39,132 Please think twice, Your Majesty. 222 00:17:40,425 --> 00:17:44,132 As soon as Venus has returned, 223 00:17:44,300 --> 00:17:47,840 chaos will end and all stars are at peace. 224 00:17:48,925 --> 00:17:53,965 Find out whether Dee is dead or alive? 225 00:18:00,216 --> 00:18:01,257 May I know who you are? 226 00:18:02,300 --> 00:18:03,632 "MINISTER OFFICE" 227 00:18:05,883 --> 00:18:07,674 Welcome, Officer Shangguan. 228 00:18:09,966 --> 00:18:13,590 LIAISON OFFICE, for filing provincial memorials 229 00:18:13,966 --> 00:18:15,340 The East needs 6,000 soldiers to suppress the barbarians. 230 00:18:15,841 --> 00:18:20,465 The South reported floodings along Yao River. 231 00:18:20,675 --> 00:18:22,132 Memorial to Public Works Dept. 232 00:18:23,091 --> 00:18:25,049 The South has been such a mess lately. 233 00:18:25,300 --> 00:18:28,840 After the flood came the starvation. 234 00:18:30,841 --> 00:18:34,174 Tie your tongue and get the memorials. 235 00:18:35,175 --> 00:18:37,424 Here come the memorials. Talk later. 236 00:18:37,591 --> 00:18:39,965 The earlier we burn them, the earlier we can rest. 237 00:18:41,841 --> 00:18:44,507 Memorials are prescriptions for the state. 238 00:18:44,925 --> 00:18:47,715 We know the state's illness by reading them. 239 00:18:48,216 --> 00:18:51,299 But the memorials in recent years show that 240 00:18:51,508 --> 00:18:52,882 people are living in contentment. 241 00:18:53,008 --> 00:18:55,090 people's livelihood has improved 242 00:18:55,425 --> 00:18:56,757 and they are living in contentment. 243 00:18:56,966 --> 00:18:59,715 You might as well save your breath. 244 00:19:03,383 --> 00:19:04,299 Ling... 245 00:19:04,966 --> 00:19:10,799 we might get involved this time. 246 00:19:11,883 --> 00:19:13,174 What? 247 00:19:18,550 --> 00:19:19,507 Listen. 248 00:19:20,800 --> 00:19:21,799 Yes! 249 00:19:23,008 --> 00:19:25,715 I hear that! Quite a number of men... 250 00:19:26,550 --> 00:19:29,549 You said if you were to leave here alive, 251 00:19:29,716 --> 00:19:32,132 you might have to fight a big battle... 252 00:19:33,133 --> 00:19:34,340 A battle of life and death. 253 00:19:34,508 --> 00:19:35,757 Do what I taught you. 254 00:19:35,925 --> 00:19:37,632 Yes, I'm ready for it. 255 00:20:21,216 --> 00:20:22,132 Push the cart down. 256 00:20:51,216 --> 00:20:52,132 20cm to the left! 257 00:20:53,133 --> 00:20:54,090 1 cm below! 258 00:20:54,800 --> 00:20:55,799 Turn around and swing... 259 00:20:56,425 --> 00:20:57,382 Do it again! 260 00:21:23,508 --> 00:21:24,340 Surround the furnace! 261 00:21:24,508 --> 00:21:25,257 Get them alive! 262 00:21:25,425 --> 00:21:26,757 Don't let anyone flee! 263 00:21:29,716 --> 00:21:30,590 Protect the Officer! 264 00:21:30,758 --> 00:21:31,590 Get lost! 265 00:21:34,091 --> 00:21:35,465 There's ambush on the roof! 266 00:21:36,550 --> 00:21:39,174 Hidden arrows! Bend over! 267 00:21:41,675 --> 00:21:43,424 Nab them alive! Check who they are! 268 00:21:44,800 --> 00:21:46,340 They're killing themselves as their last resort. 269 00:21:58,425 --> 00:22:00,965 Don't let the assassins jump! Stop them! 270 00:22:01,841 --> 00:22:03,174 Help me to grab them back from the furnace. 271 00:22:03,341 --> 00:22:04,215 Yes. 272 00:22:09,841 --> 00:22:11,924 You! Go after the archer on the roof! 273 00:22:13,383 --> 00:22:15,924 Didn't you hear? Go after the archer! 274 00:22:16,383 --> 00:22:17,299 Yes. 275 00:22:17,633 --> 00:22:18,840 No need to chase. 276 00:22:19,050 --> 00:22:20,715 They can come and go at ease 277 00:22:21,008 --> 00:22:22,382 in this maximum security prison, 278 00:22:22,550 --> 00:22:24,382 They must be abetted by someone inside. 279 00:22:26,091 --> 00:22:27,049 Nonsense! 280 00:22:27,925 --> 00:22:30,007 How can the killers be our men? 281 00:22:30,175 --> 00:22:32,840 They can even kill themselves in the end. 282 00:22:33,133 --> 00:22:37,049 The leader behind is way too powerful for you. 283 00:22:37,216 --> 00:22:39,382 Perhaps not for her. 284 00:22:40,133 --> 00:22:43,924 This official is elegantly dressed with an impressing bearing. 285 00:22:45,800 --> 00:22:47,715 I bet you're from the Palace. 286 00:22:54,258 --> 00:22:58,174 No need. He's really blind. 287 00:23:01,425 --> 00:23:02,799 Why did you feign blindness? 288 00:23:04,425 --> 00:23:07,299 A peaceful heart will enhance my observations. 289 00:23:08,216 --> 00:23:10,965 To observe by heart is different from by eye. 290 00:23:11,133 --> 00:23:12,715 You're speaking my words. 291 00:23:12,925 --> 00:23:15,007 A blind like him 292 00:23:15,175 --> 00:23:16,799 sees the world clearer than we do. 293 00:23:16,966 --> 00:23:18,507 Forget it, Dee. 294 00:23:18,758 --> 00:23:19,924 You are no longer a prisoner. 295 00:23:20,133 --> 00:23:22,174 Can I call you Detective Dee now? 296 00:23:22,341 --> 00:23:24,840 Good or bad luck, only I myself will know 297 00:23:25,050 --> 00:23:26,465 This furnace is very hot 298 00:23:26,633 --> 00:23:28,799 but it's nothing when compared to the outside world. 299 00:23:29,716 --> 00:23:31,799 A single mistake will make myself on fire. 300 00:23:32,633 --> 00:23:34,632 If I don't leave, the fire will also come for me. 301 00:23:34,925 --> 00:23:36,632 Struggling for power starts the fire. 302 00:23:36,800 --> 00:23:40,507 No power means no fire, heaven for everyone. 303 00:23:41,175 --> 00:23:44,382 The outside world is really on fire now. 304 00:23:46,425 --> 00:23:48,132 Watch out for fire! 305 00:24:07,925 --> 00:24:12,299 Military examination in the year 689! 306 00:24:12,716 --> 00:24:15,965 On the right is Chen from Xiangzhou; 307 00:24:16,175 --> 00:24:17,924 his weapon will be the iron rod. 308 00:24:18,591 --> 00:24:22,299 On the left is Yen from Yangzhou; 309 00:24:22,550 --> 00:24:24,382 his weapon will be the meteor hammer. 310 00:24:24,675 --> 00:24:26,840 The tournament begins! 311 00:24:45,841 --> 00:24:48,215 Your Majesty, Dee has been brought here. 312 00:24:49,050 --> 00:24:50,382 You knew you're coming to see me, 313 00:24:50,550 --> 00:24:52,132 but you're still in prison clothes 314 00:24:52,300 --> 00:24:54,465 and you didn't even shave? 315 00:24:55,008 --> 00:24:57,674 Years ago when I opposed your regency, 316 00:24:57,841 --> 00:24:58,840 I had already been accused of treason. 317 00:24:59,466 --> 00:25:00,965 Now that your coronation is imminent, 318 00:25:01,133 --> 00:25:03,715 I might have to put them on again soon... 319 00:25:04,175 --> 00:25:06,132 So I decided not to change. 320 00:25:08,550 --> 00:25:10,340 Leave us alone, Jing'er. 321 00:25:12,883 --> 00:25:13,757 Yes. 322 00:25:29,716 --> 00:25:31,424 The Crown Prince was very little then. 323 00:25:31,633 --> 00:25:33,674 I helped him rule as an Empress Dowager. 324 00:25:33,841 --> 00:25:36,465 What's wrong with that? 325 00:25:36,883 --> 00:25:38,590 And yet you had to oppose. 326 00:25:38,758 --> 00:25:40,465 During my rule for the last 8 years, 327 00:25:40,633 --> 00:25:43,715 the state is incorrupt and the people rich. 328 00:25:43,883 --> 00:25:46,965 Even the Crown Prince begged me in writing to ascend the throne. 329 00:25:48,133 --> 00:25:50,632 What more can you say? 330 00:25:51,341 --> 00:25:52,424 Nothing. 331 00:25:53,800 --> 00:25:56,090 You men are just not used to women in power. 332 00:25:56,300 --> 00:25:58,924 One can't be conservative in state matters 333 00:25:59,091 --> 00:26:01,757 but has to reform constantly. 334 00:26:01,925 --> 00:26:02,965 Reform is good, 335 00:26:03,133 --> 00:26:06,340 but all new things will turn old one day. 336 00:26:06,966 --> 00:26:08,757 While the old are being replaced by the new, 337 00:26:09,216 --> 00:26:10,632 if it also involves their lives as well, 338 00:26:10,883 --> 00:26:11,882 then rebellions become inevitable. 339 00:26:12,050 --> 00:26:14,674 Not only men... even dogs will try to flee. 340 00:26:25,258 --> 00:26:27,215 Detective Dee is still Detective Dee. 341 00:26:28,091 --> 00:26:29,965 Your precious words are so hurtful to the ears. 342 00:26:36,175 --> 00:26:39,465 That was your badge 8 years ago. 343 00:26:40,133 --> 00:26:41,632 I'm returning it to you. 344 00:26:42,425 --> 00:26:43,674 You shall be my Imperial Commissioner 345 00:26:43,841 --> 00:26:45,299 in charge of the Phantom Flame Case. 346 00:26:45,466 --> 00:26:48,049 You shall work with Supreme Court 347 00:26:48,550 --> 00:26:51,799 to crack the case before my coronation! 348 00:27:17,175 --> 00:27:18,590 Why do you keep following me? 349 00:27:19,716 --> 00:27:22,007 Her Majesty knows you've suffered in jail 350 00:27:22,383 --> 00:27:24,507 and specifically ordered me to serve you. 351 00:27:25,758 --> 00:27:26,840 You have such a deadly look. 352 00:27:27,008 --> 00:27:29,715 It must be a pain to be served by you! 353 00:27:36,716 --> 00:27:38,424 So lively here? 354 00:27:38,758 --> 00:27:40,632 Who's having dinner in the inn? 355 00:27:41,050 --> 00:27:43,049 The Prince of Lanya is having a banquet. 356 00:27:43,675 --> 00:27:45,215 Li Xiao commands an army of 100,000 357 00:27:45,466 --> 00:27:47,174 and is haughty because of his royal status. 358 00:27:47,425 --> 00:27:48,715 He is at loggerheads with the Empress 359 00:27:48,883 --> 00:27:50,215 and has long intended to revolt. 360 00:27:51,133 --> 00:27:52,549 He must be involved in this case. 361 00:27:53,175 --> 00:27:54,465 You better check him out. 362 00:27:55,383 --> 00:27:56,299 Having the intention to revolt 363 00:27:56,466 --> 00:27:58,132 does not mean he's involved in this case. 364 00:27:58,425 --> 00:27:59,424 You better get it right. 365 00:28:05,050 --> 00:28:07,674 These are your clothings before you were jailed. 366 00:28:07,841 --> 00:28:09,840 Her Majesty ordered me to find these for you. 367 00:28:10,258 --> 00:28:12,424 Only my Dragon Taming Mace is missing. 368 00:28:14,550 --> 00:28:17,757 It's getting late and I won't go out any more. 369 00:28:18,341 --> 00:28:19,924 You don't have to keep an eye on me too. 370 00:28:24,633 --> 00:28:25,757 Have you forgotten? 371 00:28:26,425 --> 00:28:28,340 Her Majesty has ordered me to serve you. 372 00:28:31,508 --> 00:28:32,549 Without the order from the Empress, 373 00:28:32,716 --> 00:28:34,299 I will not go back tonight. 374 00:28:41,341 --> 00:28:45,757 To serve me... 375 00:28:54,216 --> 00:28:56,257 Where's the water? 376 00:28:56,591 --> 00:28:57,757 That's how you serve people? 377 00:29:03,425 --> 00:29:05,882 How can the Empress stand you? 378 00:29:06,633 --> 00:29:08,007 You are too weird to serve people 379 00:29:11,133 --> 00:29:12,840 and you're so impetuous. 380 00:29:13,300 --> 00:29:14,215 Yes, I am. 381 00:29:35,925 --> 00:29:39,340 I've given you the blade. 382 00:29:40,258 --> 00:29:42,299 Come, shave for me. 383 00:29:48,633 --> 00:29:49,507 Stop dodging if you have guts! 384 00:29:49,675 --> 00:29:51,257 The Empress asked you to serve me, 385 00:29:52,216 --> 00:29:53,340 but don't take it in face value. 386 00:29:54,675 --> 00:29:58,007 She wants you to spy on me but also to test you... 387 00:29:58,841 --> 00:30:00,174 For every single word you've said, 388 00:30:01,508 --> 00:30:03,674 I'll report to Her Majesty. 389 00:30:04,675 --> 00:30:06,299 All right, let me tell you this. 390 00:30:06,466 --> 00:30:08,340 She always overestimate herself and 391 00:30:09,175 --> 00:30:11,174 she does not believe in anyone. 392 00:30:11,800 --> 00:30:14,049 If we really become together, 393 00:30:14,841 --> 00:30:16,340 her suspicion will turn her against you. 394 00:30:16,841 --> 00:30:18,424 She won't let you off. 395 00:30:18,800 --> 00:30:19,840 Why do you stop shaving? 396 00:30:20,008 --> 00:30:22,049 My beard is not there... 397 00:30:23,300 --> 00:30:24,549 It's here. 398 00:30:28,883 --> 00:30:30,757 I suggest you tell her we can't get along. 399 00:30:31,883 --> 00:30:36,007 That will set her mind at peace. 400 00:30:37,883 --> 00:30:40,924 Let me see if she is what you said she is. 401 00:30:55,675 --> 00:30:56,965 Don't make it difficult for yourself. 402 00:30:57,675 --> 00:31:00,924 If you don't want it, don't force yourself. 403 00:31:04,883 --> 00:31:06,257 But do you want it? 404 00:31:19,633 --> 00:31:20,299 Come over! 405 00:31:22,425 --> 00:31:22,924 What do you want? 406 00:31:23,091 --> 00:31:24,174 Hold this. 407 00:31:44,133 --> 00:31:45,049 Why didn't you tell me sooner? 408 00:31:45,258 --> 00:31:46,674 I gave you the whip. You still didn't get it? 409 00:32:38,841 --> 00:32:39,632 Don't touch me. 410 00:33:13,383 --> 00:33:14,174 Who are these people? 411 00:33:15,050 --> 00:33:16,799 - Protect the Prince! - Assassins! 412 00:33:19,925 --> 00:33:23,257 I've been waiting for you, Brother Dee. 413 00:33:24,091 --> 00:33:25,882 Why aren't you on your knees? 414 00:33:27,008 --> 00:33:30,215 I'm chasing suspects. No time for formality. 415 00:33:30,383 --> 00:33:34,257 The Phantom Flame was staged by 416 00:33:34,550 --> 00:33:37,049 the Chaplain under the order of the Empress! 417 00:33:38,091 --> 00:33:39,965 She wants to usurp the throne 418 00:33:40,633 --> 00:33:42,590 and eliminate old officials like us. 419 00:33:42,758 --> 00:33:45,465 I'm occupied. See you later! 420 00:33:45,633 --> 00:33:48,174 Dee, receive the Military Tally! 421 00:33:49,383 --> 00:33:53,215 With this tally, you can deploy any troops. 422 00:33:53,425 --> 00:33:56,257 In view of your loyal nature, 423 00:33:56,550 --> 00:33:58,924 I'm inviting you to join my Army of Justice. 424 00:33:59,091 --> 00:34:00,507 I'm in command of 100,000 soldiers 425 00:34:00,675 --> 00:34:02,382 and have a fail-proof plan 426 00:34:02,591 --> 00:34:06,090 to overturn the evil empress! 427 00:34:07,175 --> 00:34:08,924 - Assassins? Who is it? - Who is it? 428 00:34:09,091 --> 00:34:09,799 That's outrageous. 429 00:34:13,008 --> 00:34:13,965 Li Xiao! 430 00:34:14,425 --> 00:34:17,090 How dare you rave like that? 431 00:34:19,508 --> 00:34:22,132 I won't chat with you now that she's here. 432 00:34:23,800 --> 00:34:27,882 But remember, one of these days... 433 00:34:28,300 --> 00:34:32,007 you'll grovel before me 434 00:34:32,508 --> 00:34:34,382 and take my orders. 435 00:34:35,883 --> 00:34:37,257 It won't be far. 436 00:34:37,675 --> 00:34:41,382 Grovel before me and take my orders... 437 00:34:42,300 --> 00:34:44,424 You'll ruin your integrity. 438 00:34:49,466 --> 00:34:51,590 He must have ordered the kill just now. 439 00:34:51,966 --> 00:34:54,590 Why kills me if he wants to buy me off? 440 00:34:55,258 --> 00:34:57,424 He wants you dead as he can't buy you off. 441 00:34:57,633 --> 00:34:58,299 No. 442 00:34:58,466 --> 00:34:59,465 No? 443 00:35:03,466 --> 00:35:04,549 He doesn't want me dead. 444 00:35:06,675 --> 00:35:09,049 It's someone else who does. 445 00:35:12,966 --> 00:35:15,590 The Empress hereby decrees: 446 00:35:16,091 --> 00:35:19,007 Mysterious cases are rampant lately. 447 00:35:19,341 --> 00:35:21,840 Theses are works of villains to cheat people. 448 00:35:22,091 --> 00:35:23,840 I hereby appoint Dee as Imperial Commissioner 449 00:35:24,216 --> 00:35:25,924 to lead Supreme Court 450 00:35:26,383 --> 00:35:30,507 to solve the Phantom Flame Case before my Coronation. 451 00:35:30,675 --> 00:35:31,715 I humbly receive the Imperial Edict. 452 00:35:33,675 --> 00:35:37,174 Commissioner, you do have a unique style. 453 00:35:37,383 --> 00:35:38,882 You bring your bird out while on duty? 454 00:35:39,050 --> 00:35:40,549 I must bring this along with me. 455 00:35:41,008 --> 00:35:43,799 We can't solve the case without it. 456 00:35:44,008 --> 00:35:46,924 Where does the sun go this morning? 457 00:35:52,341 --> 00:35:55,340 This is the mortuary. This way, please. 458 00:36:04,008 --> 00:36:05,215 The bird is afraid to go in. 459 00:36:05,841 --> 00:36:07,465 Find someone outside to take care of it. 460 00:36:20,175 --> 00:36:23,382 The deceased was Jia of the 4th rank, 461 00:36:23,925 --> 00:36:28,299 Vice Minister of Public Works. 462 00:36:29,591 --> 00:36:33,299 On the 17th day of the 8th month, 1-3pm... 463 00:36:33,925 --> 00:36:35,924 he was self-burnt to ashes... 464 00:36:36,800 --> 00:36:39,257 - inside the Buddha, - What do you think of this case? 465 00:36:44,133 --> 00:36:46,090 leaving remains of... 466 00:36:46,258 --> 00:36:48,549 - Go watch over the bird outside. - left fibula... 467 00:36:51,341 --> 00:36:53,757 I was ordered to follow you closely. 468 00:36:54,050 --> 00:36:56,257 You want to return this badge to the Empress? 469 00:37:02,425 --> 00:37:04,382 Just keep an eye on it but don't touch it. 470 00:37:05,216 --> 00:37:06,757 Don't get too close too! 471 00:37:07,591 --> 00:37:08,590 Shut the door! 472 00:37:23,008 --> 00:37:24,007 Keep reading. 473 00:37:26,175 --> 00:37:29,299 The deceased was Xue of the 3rd rank... 474 00:37:29,466 --> 00:37:31,132 Louder! 475 00:37:33,425 --> 00:37:35,465 The deceased was Xue of the 3rd rank... 476 00:37:43,633 --> 00:37:44,632 You can speak now. 477 00:37:51,133 --> 00:37:53,007 The murder technique is not human. 478 00:37:53,258 --> 00:37:55,715 Cut the generality. You're not to the point. 479 00:37:56,300 --> 00:37:57,215 Who do you think it is? 480 00:38:00,300 --> 00:38:03,174 Rumor has it that the Chaplain Lu Li 481 00:38:03,633 --> 00:38:05,674 is on a murder spree before the Coronation 482 00:38:05,841 --> 00:38:06,840 to set an example. 483 00:38:17,466 --> 00:38:19,299 To warn the dissenters 484 00:38:19,508 --> 00:38:21,382 not to act rashly. 485 00:38:22,175 --> 00:38:24,882 Jia was sent by the Empress. Why betrayed her? 486 00:38:25,300 --> 00:38:27,007 He's unfathomable. 487 00:38:28,925 --> 00:38:30,340 I read Jia's memorials before. 488 00:38:31,050 --> 00:38:32,257 He inspected the Buddha every month. 489 00:38:32,550 --> 00:38:34,049 The schedule for the Buddha is very tight. 490 00:38:34,216 --> 00:38:36,715 Wouldn't killing him hinder the Coronation? 491 00:38:39,133 --> 00:38:42,715 You read Master Jia's memorials? 492 00:38:43,716 --> 00:38:45,590 I read memorials at the Liaison Office 493 00:38:45,758 --> 00:38:47,049 before they were burnt every day. 494 00:38:51,341 --> 00:38:54,507 Moving the amulet causes divine intervention. 495 00:38:54,883 --> 00:38:55,965 The Chaplain is killing with black magic. 496 00:38:56,133 --> 00:38:58,382 You believe all this nonsense? 497 00:38:58,550 --> 00:39:00,424 It's evident. Why can't I believe it? 498 00:39:00,591 --> 00:39:04,424 You're lying. 499 00:39:05,383 --> 00:39:06,924 We both know the amulets are just a front. 500 00:39:07,091 --> 00:39:09,382 The murderer is trying to hide the truth. 501 00:39:11,883 --> 00:39:13,340 I thought only I got that. 502 00:39:13,716 --> 00:39:15,049 So you also think likewise. 503 00:39:15,341 --> 00:39:16,715 She's still spying on us. 504 00:39:17,133 --> 00:39:18,382 Let's play her. 505 00:39:26,425 --> 00:39:30,674 What I think of is... you'll be promoted after Xue died. 506 00:39:30,841 --> 00:39:33,049 That makes you a suspect as well. 507 00:39:35,925 --> 00:39:39,090 Then why do you think I killed Master Jia? 508 00:39:42,550 --> 00:39:44,007 You killed Master Jia as a diversion. 509 00:39:44,175 --> 00:39:46,174 Your real target is your superior. 510 00:39:46,341 --> 00:39:48,215 You may have another reason for killing Jia. 511 00:39:53,633 --> 00:39:55,215 You can also thwart the Coronation. 512 00:39:58,633 --> 00:40:00,590 Don't stop. 513 00:40:00,758 --> 00:40:01,674 I'm done... 514 00:40:01,841 --> 00:40:04,299 Start again till I ask you to stop. 515 00:40:08,008 --> 00:40:09,632 The deceased Detective Dee 516 00:40:10,175 --> 00:40:12,715 had a fierce fight with Minister Pei... 517 00:40:16,966 --> 00:40:17,840 You're framing me! 518 00:40:18,341 --> 00:40:19,882 Didn't you ask us to play her? 519 00:40:20,341 --> 00:40:21,632 Why are you so serious? 520 00:40:24,675 --> 00:40:28,174 I was acting. Couldn't you tell? 521 00:40:38,466 --> 00:40:40,299 Master Pei, the birdcage is on fire! 522 00:40:40,466 --> 00:40:43,882 Sir... the birdcage is on fire, Master Pei! 523 00:40:44,050 --> 00:40:44,549 What's the cause? 524 00:40:44,716 --> 00:40:45,632 No cause at all. 525 00:40:48,550 --> 00:40:50,674 The bird is aflame 526 00:40:51,341 --> 00:40:52,507 like those officials. 527 00:40:52,675 --> 00:40:53,590 How could this have happened? 528 00:40:55,050 --> 00:40:55,882 Let's go to the dining room. 529 00:41:02,508 --> 00:41:03,632 What are you cooking? 530 00:41:04,341 --> 00:41:05,799 Stir-fried cucumbers with snow lotus. 531 00:41:06,466 --> 00:41:07,424 Any chicken blood? 532 00:41:07,841 --> 00:41:08,757 Over there. 533 00:41:08,925 --> 00:41:09,799 What's he doing? 534 00:41:10,258 --> 00:41:12,424 He probably found out why the victims caught fire. 535 00:41:35,925 --> 00:41:39,549 Master Xue caught fire at 3-5pm? 536 00:41:39,716 --> 00:41:40,382 Right. 537 00:41:40,550 --> 00:41:44,090 The Buddha was surrounded by shadows as the sun decended. 538 00:41:44,300 --> 00:41:47,757 But once he entered the drill ground, he's on fire. 539 00:41:48,550 --> 00:41:51,215 It is because the drill ground was not covered. 540 00:41:51,883 --> 00:41:54,757 So I infer that the sun triggers the poison! 541 00:42:03,050 --> 00:42:04,174 Let's stay away from this. 542 00:43:13,258 --> 00:43:14,340 Detective Dee! 543 00:43:16,633 --> 00:43:20,132 Fancy seeing you again before I die! 544 00:43:22,508 --> 00:43:25,840 We're kept alive for a purpose. 545 00:43:33,550 --> 00:43:34,965 You're back in Supreme Court? 546 00:43:38,133 --> 00:43:40,132 The Empress put me in charge of 547 00:43:42,508 --> 00:43:43,757 Dee's position is unclear. 548 00:43:44,508 --> 00:43:45,882 We can't let him dupe us. 549 00:43:46,508 --> 00:43:49,007 Let's join forces to check him out. 550 00:43:49,383 --> 00:43:50,382 Join forces? 551 00:43:51,341 --> 00:43:52,757 I work directly under the Empress. 552 00:43:53,258 --> 00:43:56,382 It's not up to you to make suggestions. 553 00:44:15,675 --> 00:44:16,882 What's the matter? 554 00:44:18,258 --> 00:44:21,257 Before the accidents, both officials 555 00:44:21,883 --> 00:44:23,549 did one thing besides 556 00:44:24,425 --> 00:44:25,882 moving the amulets. 557 00:44:28,508 --> 00:44:29,507 What is it? 558 00:44:29,716 --> 00:44:30,882 Water! 559 00:44:31,050 --> 00:44:33,840 Before the incidents took place, 560 00:44:34,341 --> 00:44:36,715 they both drank the water here. 561 00:44:37,425 --> 00:44:39,049 It is because the heat here 562 00:44:39,508 --> 00:44:41,215 make them thirsty. 563 00:44:44,091 --> 00:44:47,882 But that can't be! I was supposed to move the amulet first. 564 00:44:48,550 --> 00:44:50,382 Master Xue just happened to come before me. 565 00:44:50,758 --> 00:44:53,424 If the murderer killed because of the amulet, 566 00:44:53,800 --> 00:44:55,882 how did he know Master Xue would snatch it 567 00:44:56,216 --> 00:44:58,174 and poison the water beforehand? 568 00:44:58,883 --> 00:45:01,507 It should have nothing to do with the water. 569 00:45:03,050 --> 00:45:06,465 You work directly under the Empress. 570 00:45:07,008 --> 00:45:09,049 Do you need to hear my humble opinion? 571 00:45:12,508 --> 00:45:13,882 How have you been all these years? 572 00:45:14,050 --> 00:45:14,882 After I was in jail, 573 00:45:15,300 --> 00:45:16,799 I kept professing my loyalty in writing. 574 00:45:17,091 --> 00:45:18,840 Eventually the Empress pardoned me. 575 00:45:19,550 --> 00:45:20,882 I joined the Department of Public Works, 576 00:45:21,341 --> 00:45:23,590 in charge of repairing royal palaces. 577 00:45:24,966 --> 00:45:26,965 I was then made supervisor of the Buddha. 578 00:45:28,841 --> 00:45:30,299 In other words, I've been promoted. 579 00:45:34,966 --> 00:45:35,965 How magnificent! 580 00:45:36,133 --> 00:45:38,924 The Tubular Pillar in the Book of Fanyanna? 581 00:45:39,091 --> 00:45:42,132 Yes, I was inspired 582 00:45:42,300 --> 00:45:45,215 by the Fanyanna Buddha. 583 00:45:46,591 --> 00:45:48,382 The pillar's base is 100 feet underground. 584 00:45:48,716 --> 00:45:50,549 It can withstand earthquakes 585 00:45:50,800 --> 00:45:52,465 and hurricanes. 586 00:45:56,800 --> 00:45:59,215 This is the top level of the Buddha. 587 00:45:59,800 --> 00:46:03,549 Master Jia died inside the Buddha's left eye. 588 00:46:13,008 --> 00:46:14,632 You were also re-enacting the case? 589 00:46:18,633 --> 00:46:20,257 After working under you for so many years, 590 00:46:20,800 --> 00:46:22,924 I've been used to case re-enactment. 591 00:46:24,716 --> 00:46:25,757 So what do you think? 592 00:46:28,383 --> 00:46:30,007 Fire turtles... 593 00:46:31,008 --> 00:46:33,632 What are fire turtles? Are they related to this case? 594 00:46:33,925 --> 00:46:35,674 You also read Book of Fanyanna. 595 00:46:36,508 --> 00:46:39,840 Remember the section on fire turtles? 596 00:46:40,008 --> 00:46:40,840 You think so too? 597 00:46:41,008 --> 00:46:43,174 You haven't answered my questions! 598 00:46:43,800 --> 00:46:45,757 The most venomous beetles in Western Regions. 599 00:46:45,925 --> 00:46:47,007 They feed on yellow phosphorus 600 00:46:47,300 --> 00:46:50,174 and their bodies catch fire under the sun. 601 00:46:51,591 --> 00:46:53,757 So the beetles are related to the two deaths? 602 00:46:55,341 --> 00:46:57,340 I witnessed what happened that day. 603 00:46:57,841 --> 00:47:00,382 Only later did I think of the fire turtles. 604 00:47:02,008 --> 00:47:02,549 You think! 605 00:47:02,716 --> 00:47:05,215 Stop it, Donglai! 606 00:47:06,591 --> 00:47:09,215 You knew this clue all along. 607 00:47:09,508 --> 00:47:11,215 Why did you rant about divine intervention? 608 00:47:12,591 --> 00:47:15,882 As a menial 609 00:47:16,050 --> 00:47:17,674 I used my wit when threatened. 610 00:47:18,425 --> 00:47:20,340 To be honest, even if I'd told you my theory, 611 00:47:21,175 --> 00:47:24,549 given your wisdom, you wouldn't believe it. 612 00:47:26,383 --> 00:47:27,424 Bullshit! 613 00:47:27,883 --> 00:47:30,465 Calm down. I've known him for years. 614 00:47:30,758 --> 00:47:32,049 That's how he is. 615 00:47:37,133 --> 00:47:37,882 Come! 616 00:47:38,341 --> 00:47:40,715 Detain him for extreme torture later. 617 00:47:40,883 --> 00:47:41,674 Yes! 618 00:47:42,133 --> 00:47:43,007 Stop it! 619 00:47:44,800 --> 00:47:48,590 The Empress has asked me to lead the case. 620 00:47:48,925 --> 00:47:51,507 I can decide everything without intervention. 621 00:47:51,675 --> 00:47:52,924 All of you stand down! 622 00:47:56,175 --> 00:47:58,757 What other clues do you have? Spit it out! 623 00:47:59,675 --> 00:48:01,090 I'm only speculating. 624 00:48:01,383 --> 00:48:03,965 After all, fire turtles are not indigenous. 625 00:48:04,258 --> 00:48:05,924 For more details 626 00:48:06,425 --> 00:48:07,965 we need help... 627 00:48:09,050 --> 00:48:10,090 Phantom Bazaar. 628 00:48:12,758 --> 00:48:13,965 What is Phantom Bazaar? 629 00:48:14,300 --> 00:48:17,424 It's a spooky pandemonium. 630 00:48:18,425 --> 00:48:24,090 High officials like you would never go there. 631 00:48:25,675 --> 00:48:26,590 Shatuo 632 00:48:28,966 --> 00:48:30,549 you still remember Donkey Wang? 633 00:48:33,466 --> 00:48:35,715 Luoyang City was built 634 00:48:36,591 --> 00:48:38,424 a thousand years ago. 635 00:48:38,966 --> 00:48:41,799 The old city subsided during Han Dynasty. 636 00:48:42,466 --> 00:48:45,299 A new city was built on top in Sui Dynasty. 637 00:48:45,800 --> 00:48:48,465 The underground became 638 00:48:48,633 --> 00:48:50,382 a black market. 639 00:48:51,133 --> 00:48:52,549 They call it Phantom Bazaar. 640 00:49:14,008 --> 00:49:16,715 Who ordered a boat? 641 00:49:17,341 --> 00:49:18,549 We are looking for Dr Donkey Wang. 642 00:49:19,175 --> 00:49:20,090 You know the place? 643 00:49:20,258 --> 00:49:22,340 Wang the Donkey with Scabies? 644 00:49:22,800 --> 00:49:27,424 Five silver coins. Nonrefundable! 645 00:50:09,258 --> 00:50:12,382 Anybody here? 646 00:50:14,883 --> 00:50:18,757 Who's been so noisy? It's hell here. 647 00:50:19,383 --> 00:50:21,382 I've never seen in a true villain here. 648 00:50:21,800 --> 00:50:22,965 Speak up. 649 00:50:23,425 --> 00:50:26,299 One... Two... 650 00:50:30,550 --> 00:50:32,090 you're still alive, Dee! 651 00:50:32,383 --> 00:50:35,840 Scram! This is no place for you people! 652 00:50:36,133 --> 00:50:37,215 I'm here to save you. 653 00:50:37,591 --> 00:50:41,174 Save me? No, I'm fine! 654 00:50:42,341 --> 00:50:43,882 I don't want trouble! 655 00:50:44,050 --> 00:50:46,049 It's you who are in trouble. Cut the crap. 656 00:50:50,258 --> 00:50:51,424 - Yummy... yummy. - Now that I'm here 657 00:50:51,591 --> 00:50:52,965 your good days are over. 658 00:50:53,175 --> 00:50:56,257 Dee, you always bring me troubles. 659 00:50:56,883 --> 00:51:00,799 My luck will help me overcome them. 660 00:51:00,925 --> 00:51:03,132 Since you're here, I better move out now. 661 00:51:03,425 --> 00:51:05,215 Don't be so mean! 662 00:51:10,008 --> 00:51:12,465 Pei! Give me the money! 663 00:51:13,508 --> 00:51:14,465 Put it right here. 664 00:51:18,341 --> 00:51:20,132 Look what I've got here. 665 00:51:24,633 --> 00:51:27,132 What exactly do you want to know? 666 00:51:27,466 --> 00:51:29,049 Ever heard of fire turtles? 667 00:51:32,466 --> 00:51:36,840 Fire turtles? This creature... 668 00:51:36,966 --> 00:51:40,715 It has been reported that they're extinct. 669 00:51:40,883 --> 00:51:42,132 Could it be they exist in Central Plains? 670 00:51:43,633 --> 00:51:44,840 Can you see 671 00:51:50,175 --> 00:51:51,299 the power of money? 672 00:51:51,466 --> 00:51:54,507 You won't solve this case! Don't even ask. 673 00:51:55,175 --> 00:51:57,299 You haven't answered me. Answer again. 674 00:51:58,050 --> 00:52:00,299 - I've answered but you didn't take it. - Up there. 675 00:52:00,508 --> 00:52:01,590 You don't believe in me at all. 676 00:52:01,758 --> 00:52:02,340 - What's that sound? - Then why... 677 00:52:02,508 --> 00:52:03,549 asked me? 678 00:52:03,883 --> 00:52:05,340 Pay more for additional questions. 679 00:52:08,175 --> 00:52:09,965 Better settle the old bills first. 680 00:52:10,133 --> 00:52:11,049 I'll pay after you've told us. 681 00:52:11,216 --> 00:52:12,465 But you're not trustworthy. 682 00:52:12,633 --> 00:52:13,799 Don't worry about this. 683 00:52:14,008 --> 00:52:15,507 I promise I'll pay after you've told us. 684 00:52:39,008 --> 00:52:39,799 Something is still above! 685 00:52:45,175 --> 00:52:46,382 What are you looking at? 686 00:52:46,550 --> 00:52:48,799 Dee is chasing Dr Wang! I'll go to see it. 687 00:54:45,175 --> 00:54:46,049 It's the Imperial Chaplain! 688 00:54:47,550 --> 00:54:48,340 Impossible! 689 00:55:08,925 --> 00:55:12,215 Split! Can't you split? Split! 690 00:57:28,341 --> 00:57:30,257 Jing'er is in trouble! I'll help her! 691 00:57:52,591 --> 00:57:55,674 Donglai! Jing'er! Run! 692 00:58:11,383 --> 00:58:13,590 Who is this Wang? 693 00:58:13,883 --> 00:58:15,132 Why does the Chaplain want to kill him? 694 00:58:15,300 --> 00:58:16,299 He's not the Chaplain! 695 00:58:16,550 --> 00:58:17,757 How can you be so sure? 696 00:58:18,050 --> 00:58:19,965 I'm sure because I've seen the Chaplain before. 697 00:58:21,883 --> 00:58:23,007 You don't believe in me? 698 00:58:28,175 --> 00:58:29,757 Hey! The Chaplain is over there! 699 00:58:30,716 --> 00:58:31,715 Told you he isn't. 700 00:58:32,550 --> 00:58:33,715 You're so stubborn. 701 00:58:42,258 --> 00:58:43,965 Don't chase. Something weird. 702 00:58:44,258 --> 00:58:45,007 Why? 703 00:58:45,883 --> 00:58:47,215 But Jing'er is by herself... 704 00:58:48,050 --> 00:58:50,215 She wants to find his identity more than we. 705 00:58:51,883 --> 00:58:54,549 Their target is Wang. We need to protect him. 706 00:58:55,300 --> 00:58:56,799 Jing'er knows where to find us. 707 00:58:57,258 --> 00:58:59,090 Stop wasting time and let's go! 708 01:00:36,841 --> 01:00:37,674 Jing'er 709 01:01:40,216 --> 01:01:41,549 Almighty infinity? 710 01:01:43,258 --> 01:01:44,340 Infinity Monastery? 711 01:02:04,341 --> 01:02:06,299 There's nobody here. Stop pretending. 712 01:02:06,925 --> 01:02:08,465 Take your pins out. 713 01:02:08,591 --> 01:02:10,549 Dee, you shouldn't put your fingers in every pie. 714 01:02:11,591 --> 01:02:13,090 I was fine down there. 715 01:02:13,341 --> 01:02:15,465 Why dragged me up? 716 01:02:16,466 --> 01:02:18,924 Speak up! Where can we find fire turtles? 717 01:02:19,716 --> 01:02:20,632 If I can crack this case, 718 01:02:20,800 --> 01:02:21,882 I'll help you get back to the Palace. 719 01:02:22,300 --> 01:02:23,299 To hell with it! 720 01:02:23,883 --> 01:02:28,549 Who wants to go back? Did I say it? 721 01:02:34,341 --> 01:02:36,632 I advise you not to take up this case! 722 01:02:36,841 --> 01:02:39,507 You can't mess with the people behind it. 723 01:02:39,675 --> 01:02:45,632 It can't be done... and then... and then... 724 01:02:45,841 --> 01:02:46,757 Look! 725 01:02:47,341 --> 01:02:49,924 Your transfiguration makes you inarticulate. 726 01:02:51,008 --> 01:02:51,632 Let me see. 727 01:02:51,800 --> 01:02:52,965 Don't touch 728 01:02:53,133 --> 01:02:55,465 these two acupoints! 729 01:02:55,633 --> 01:02:58,215 They are anathema to transfiguration! Don't you know that? 730 01:03:05,675 --> 01:03:06,549 Don't touch me! 731 01:03:06,925 --> 01:03:07,715 What's the matter? 732 01:03:07,883 --> 01:03:11,507 Nothing. These acupoints 733 01:03:11,925 --> 01:03:12,882 remind me of someone. 734 01:03:13,633 --> 01:03:14,507 Who is it? 735 01:03:17,550 --> 01:03:20,174 It's all right. It's Donglai and Jing'er. 736 01:03:33,716 --> 01:03:34,507 Who is he? 737 01:03:36,841 --> 01:03:38,549 The Imperial Physician, Wang Bo. 738 01:03:38,841 --> 01:03:40,965 A. K.A. Donkey Wang. 739 01:03:44,633 --> 01:03:45,632 He's Donkey Wang? 740 01:03:46,883 --> 01:03:49,424 Could that be the so-called transfiguration? 741 01:03:51,841 --> 01:03:54,090 Well, it's my first time. 742 01:03:54,383 --> 01:03:56,882 That's petty stuff. What's so special? 743 01:03:57,091 --> 01:03:59,674 We wasted our whole evening on him. 744 01:03:59,883 --> 01:04:02,424 What's this piece of crap good for? 745 01:04:02,591 --> 01:04:05,507 Who is she? So arrogant! 746 01:04:05,675 --> 01:04:11,215 Officer Shangguan, the Empress's favorite. 747 01:04:12,091 --> 01:04:13,632 So you are Shangguan Jing'er? 748 01:04:13,883 --> 01:04:15,715 You are the Empress's bitch? 749 01:04:17,591 --> 01:04:18,507 Bitch? 750 01:04:25,591 --> 01:04:27,424 Speak up! Tell me all you know. 751 01:04:29,050 --> 01:04:29,882 Let go of me! 752 01:04:30,216 --> 01:04:32,049 We need torture to make him talk! 753 01:04:32,300 --> 01:04:35,090 A confession under torture is useless. 754 01:04:35,258 --> 01:04:37,757 The Empress created many cases of injustice 755 01:04:38,091 --> 01:04:41,965 because of torture and this will only alienate people from her. 756 01:04:45,091 --> 01:04:47,049 The fire turtles you're looking for 757 01:04:48,425 --> 01:04:51,757 were used for the late Emperor's asthenia. 758 01:04:51,925 --> 01:04:55,424 I heard about them from Western people 759 01:04:55,716 --> 01:04:59,007 and decided to use them to treat asthenia. 760 01:05:00,216 --> 01:05:01,924 I presented a memorial to the late Emperor. 761 01:05:02,425 --> 01:05:03,924 The late Emperor personally commanded 762 01:05:04,758 --> 01:05:07,424 Western merchants to present him 20 of them. 763 01:05:08,800 --> 01:05:09,965 We soon discovered that 764 01:05:10,550 --> 01:05:14,299 they had no medical value but a very lethal poison. 765 01:05:14,966 --> 01:05:18,965 Once ingested, one would burn under the sun. 766 01:05:19,133 --> 01:05:22,090 That's the symptom of the Phantom Flame Case! 767 01:05:22,300 --> 01:05:25,965 After this failure, I fled for my life. 768 01:05:26,466 --> 01:05:29,590 Before I fled, I exposed them under the sun, 769 01:05:29,800 --> 01:05:31,215 hoping they would be exterminated. 770 01:05:31,675 --> 01:05:35,090 But in a rush, I'm not sure if they died out. 771 01:05:35,258 --> 01:05:37,340 So where did you keep the fire turtles? 772 01:05:38,008 --> 01:05:42,090 It's where Infinity Monastery is now. 773 01:05:42,883 --> 01:05:44,799 You try to frame Infinity Monastery 774 01:05:44,966 --> 01:05:46,132 You're mongering rumours. Let me kill you now. 775 01:05:46,300 --> 01:05:47,215 Jing'er, 776 01:05:48,133 --> 01:05:50,840 the Chaplain can help this case. 777 01:05:51,675 --> 01:05:52,882 Can you tell him 778 01:05:55,425 --> 01:05:57,007 I want to talk to him? 779 01:05:57,175 --> 01:05:59,049 I want to ask the Chaplian face to face... 780 01:05:59,216 --> 01:06:01,299 why he wants me to handle the case. 781 01:06:01,800 --> 01:06:02,840 The Chaplain is so powerful. 782 01:06:03,008 --> 01:06:05,340 Couldn't he just tell me who did it? 783 01:06:07,508 --> 01:06:10,340 The Chaplain is on spiritual sabbatical. 784 01:06:12,175 --> 01:06:13,674 Then I'll go to the Monastery to find him. 785 01:06:13,966 --> 01:06:16,507 Detective Dee, you can't just go there. 786 01:06:16,716 --> 01:06:17,799 I know, 787 01:06:18,550 --> 01:06:21,590 without the Imperial Edict, trespassers will be killed. 788 01:06:22,966 --> 01:06:25,715 Please tell the Chaplain I must see him, 789 01:06:27,091 --> 01:06:30,507 whether he wants to or not. 790 01:06:39,216 --> 01:06:40,549 You're swayed. 791 01:06:41,841 --> 01:06:44,715 How dare you help him pass the Chaplain a message? 792 01:06:48,925 --> 01:06:53,090 Apparently, Dee is at the end of his tether. 793 01:06:57,216 --> 01:06:58,632 No need to see him anymore. 794 01:06:59,466 --> 01:07:01,007 I'll handle it myself. 795 01:07:03,758 --> 01:07:09,590 Remember! To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 796 01:07:10,550 --> 01:07:13,215 One needs to be committed absolutely. 797 01:07:26,091 --> 01:07:28,590 If fire turtles are found in the Monastery, 798 01:07:29,966 --> 01:07:32,715 then the Chaplain has to be involved. 799 01:07:33,800 --> 01:07:35,299 But what's the Chaplain's murder motive? 800 01:07:36,925 --> 01:07:40,132 Both men moved the amulets before they died. 801 01:07:40,591 --> 01:07:43,799 I don't believe in divine intervention, 802 01:07:44,050 --> 01:07:46,257 but there might be a clue behind the amulets. 803 01:07:46,800 --> 01:07:50,757 Xue moved it during investigation; 804 01:07:52,550 --> 01:07:54,840 Jia moved them while inspecting the Buddha. 805 01:07:55,091 --> 01:07:57,215 I think during his inspection, 806 01:07:57,550 --> 01:07:59,090 Jia must have found something. 807 01:07:59,258 --> 01:08:00,674 The clue... 808 01:08:01,008 --> 01:08:02,965 may be in Jia's inspection diagram. 809 01:08:04,091 --> 01:08:06,382 We have to find this diagram. 810 01:08:22,341 --> 01:08:24,465 Pei of Supreme Court welcomes the Prince! 811 01:08:33,383 --> 01:08:36,757 Detective Dee, receive the mace... 812 01:08:56,633 --> 01:08:59,257 The late Emperor gave you this weapon. 813 01:08:59,925 --> 01:09:01,257 It was confiscated when you were in jail. 814 01:09:01,425 --> 01:09:05,132 After I got hold of it, I've kept it for you! 815 01:09:05,550 --> 01:09:10,007 I give you back as I hope you still respect the late Emperor. 816 01:09:10,300 --> 01:09:13,632 Dee, I'm bestowing this mace on you. 817 01:09:14,091 --> 01:09:16,882 If I make mistakes in my rule in future, 818 01:09:17,300 --> 01:09:21,674 you should advise me frankly with this mace. 819 01:09:25,383 --> 01:09:27,382 The Empress has informers everywhere. 820 01:09:28,466 --> 01:09:29,882 And you are returning the mace to me in public. 821 01:09:30,050 --> 01:09:31,924 You want the Empress... 822 01:09:32,341 --> 01:09:34,382 to suspect me? 823 01:09:36,466 --> 01:09:39,715 My agreement with the Empress is for investigation only. 824 01:09:39,925 --> 01:09:43,007 Power struggle is none of my concern. 825 01:09:47,091 --> 01:09:50,799 The bitch was right to put you in jail. 826 01:09:51,258 --> 01:09:53,090 You've become an obedient dog. 827 01:09:54,758 --> 01:09:58,049 Dee, do you know how the late Emperor died? 828 01:10:03,466 --> 01:10:07,715 The Empress ordered the Chaplain to kill him! 829 01:10:18,175 --> 01:10:20,424 Detective Dee! 830 01:10:22,883 --> 01:10:25,340 Get up! Detective Dee! 831 01:10:26,508 --> 01:10:27,840 I've won! 832 01:10:29,925 --> 01:10:31,840 You Highness, you've won this time! 833 01:10:32,008 --> 01:10:34,424 No matter how good Dee is, he can't beat you! 834 01:10:34,591 --> 01:10:37,090 He kneeled before you after all. 835 01:10:37,258 --> 01:10:38,882 Detective Dee is a talent. 836 01:10:39,425 --> 01:10:42,674 - Instead of crushing him, we can win him over. - That's right. 837 01:10:42,841 --> 01:10:44,340 But some of our people believe 838 01:10:44,633 --> 01:10:48,799 he's a threat and must be eliminated. 839 01:10:50,216 --> 01:10:53,299 Nonsense! So short-sighted! 840 01:10:54,341 --> 01:10:56,590 Who needs force to subdue Detective Dee? 841 01:10:57,675 --> 01:11:01,382 To win without fighting, what do you need? 842 01:11:02,133 --> 01:11:03,257 Here! 843 01:12:08,258 --> 01:12:13,257 Since you're here, why not show up? 844 01:12:33,258 --> 01:12:36,465 This is the mace the late Emperor gave you? 845 01:12:36,966 --> 01:12:38,465 What's so special about it? 846 01:12:38,633 --> 01:12:40,590 It can detect the crack in a weapon. 847 01:12:41,383 --> 01:12:42,382 How? 848 01:12:42,716 --> 01:12:45,090 By hitting the enemy's weapon with this mace, 849 01:12:45,550 --> 01:12:47,215 you can hear the crack... 850 01:12:48,966 --> 01:12:51,465 When you strike it, it will break! 851 01:13:11,008 --> 01:13:14,590 Men have weak points like weapons. 852 01:13:14,966 --> 01:13:16,382 They will break when struck. 853 01:13:18,425 --> 01:13:22,090 Dee, this is your last chance! 854 01:13:25,216 --> 01:13:26,174 Your Majesty, 855 01:13:26,675 --> 01:13:28,549 please answer me facing this mace. 856 01:13:30,175 --> 01:13:31,757 How did the late Emperor die? 857 01:13:45,758 --> 01:13:47,674 You still suspect me after all? 858 01:13:48,800 --> 01:13:51,840 As reported, he died of liver disease. 859 01:13:52,008 --> 01:13:55,882 Contrary to rumors, I didn't poison him! 860 01:13:57,383 --> 01:13:59,674 I'm ascending the throne on Heaven's Mandate. 861 01:14:00,175 --> 01:14:03,757 But since I'm a woman, I'm being vilified. 862 01:14:10,925 --> 01:14:12,674 You know why I came to see you? 863 01:14:14,091 --> 01:14:16,215 To dissuade me from going to the Monastery. 864 01:14:17,841 --> 01:14:21,174 The Monastery is the Chaplain's retreat. 865 01:14:21,591 --> 01:14:24,424 And it is also where the spiritual energy of our Kingdom lies. 866 01:14:24,675 --> 01:14:26,590 Nobody ever dared to disturb it. 867 01:14:27,508 --> 01:14:29,882 I order you not to investigate the Monastery! 868 01:14:31,966 --> 01:14:33,715 The Chaplain is on spiritual sabbatical. 869 01:14:34,841 --> 01:14:36,049 After my coronation, 870 01:14:36,508 --> 01:14:39,340 he will leave the palace. 871 01:14:40,258 --> 01:14:41,924 There's no need to visit him. 872 01:14:42,925 --> 01:14:46,049 Will the Chaplain vanish forever? 873 01:14:47,508 --> 01:14:49,340 Master Dee 874 01:14:50,216 --> 01:14:51,007 Something bad happened. 875 01:14:52,175 --> 01:14:54,965 Who is it? Get down and say your visiting purpose. 876 01:14:57,508 --> 01:14:58,507 I'm Pei from Supreme Court. 877 01:14:58,925 --> 01:15:00,465 Her Majesty has ordered 878 01:15:00,675 --> 01:15:01,965 the visitor to see her immediately. 879 01:15:04,675 --> 01:15:06,465 Please report to me directly. 880 01:15:07,966 --> 01:15:11,090 Pei from Supreme Court humbly welcomes the Empress. 881 01:15:12,050 --> 01:15:14,674 What's so urgent that you have to report at midnight? 882 01:15:15,050 --> 01:15:16,090 I've just received the news that 883 01:15:16,300 --> 01:15:20,840 the Prince... was poisoned to death... in his residence. 884 01:15:25,508 --> 01:15:26,882 Detective Dee has fled! 885 01:15:28,133 --> 01:15:29,299 Archers! Move Quickly! 886 01:15:30,050 --> 01:15:32,382 He's gone to the roof top! Outflank him! 887 01:15:33,883 --> 01:15:36,049 Go arrest him and the rest stay for the Empress. 888 01:15:36,216 --> 01:15:37,340 Yes. 889 01:15:42,425 --> 01:15:44,507 I think during his inspection, 890 01:15:44,716 --> 01:15:45,924 Jia must have found something. 891 01:15:46,091 --> 01:15:47,424 The major clues of this case 892 01:15:47,591 --> 01:15:49,674 should be in Jia's inspection diagram. 893 01:15:51,008 --> 01:15:54,590 Madame Jia, I know you're in mourning, 894 01:15:54,758 --> 01:15:55,799 but our investigation is very urgent. 895 01:15:55,966 --> 01:15:57,215 My apologies for such a late visit. 896 01:15:57,383 --> 01:15:59,174 - Let's go. - Yes. 897 01:16:02,425 --> 01:16:04,299 Two days after my husband's death, 898 01:16:05,341 --> 01:16:06,840 a mysterious fire broke out 899 01:16:07,425 --> 01:16:10,507 and burnt down his whole study. 900 01:16:17,341 --> 01:16:18,340 Why didn't you report it? 901 01:16:18,591 --> 01:16:21,382 I have no idea about this. Was I supposed to report it? 902 01:16:21,550 --> 01:16:23,424 Of course, the cause of fire is suspicious. 903 01:16:23,883 --> 01:16:25,090 Someone wants to destroy the evidence. 904 01:16:25,633 --> 01:16:27,424 It's so important and you... 905 01:16:27,883 --> 01:16:32,340 - Madame... - Madame... 906 01:16:38,716 --> 01:16:41,049 Is your residence being under renovation? 907 01:16:41,341 --> 01:16:43,799 There are leaks everywhere at the study. 908 01:16:44,091 --> 01:16:47,507 So, we're fixing the roof earlier. 909 01:16:47,675 --> 01:16:49,174 It's been going on for more than a month. 910 01:16:51,633 --> 01:16:52,465 More than a month? 911 01:16:54,466 --> 01:16:56,215 That means before Master Jia's accident, 912 01:16:56,716 --> 01:16:57,965 renovation has already begun. 913 01:16:58,633 --> 01:16:59,465 Correct. 914 01:17:01,383 --> 01:17:04,799 During the long renovation of the study, 915 01:17:04,966 --> 01:17:06,299 where did Master Jia work? 916 01:17:06,633 --> 01:17:08,674 He moved to the east wing for work. 917 01:17:09,258 --> 01:17:10,132 Show me the way. 918 01:19:34,925 --> 01:19:36,090 Detective Dee! 919 01:19:37,466 --> 01:19:40,424 You know it's a capital crime to come here. 920 01:19:40,675 --> 01:19:43,340 Why do you walk right into the trap? 921 01:19:44,550 --> 01:19:47,382 But you Chaplain are such a lofty personage. 922 01:19:49,175 --> 01:19:50,715 Why do you need to resort 923 01:19:51,716 --> 01:19:54,007 to ventriloquism? 924 01:19:57,675 --> 01:20:01,132 Detective Dee! You tried all means to see me. 925 01:20:01,383 --> 01:20:04,924 Here I am. Say what you have to say. 926 01:20:06,300 --> 01:20:09,424 I heard fire turtles were bred here. 927 01:20:09,633 --> 01:20:13,007 I must ascertain this for my investigation. 928 01:20:14,175 --> 01:20:14,965 Nonsense. 929 01:20:15,133 --> 01:20:16,215 I've been in retreat here for years. 930 01:20:16,383 --> 01:20:18,007 I've never seen any fire turtles. 931 01:20:18,425 --> 01:20:21,174 Leave right away and I'll spare your life. 932 01:20:22,383 --> 01:20:24,007 My life or death is still undetermined. 933 01:20:25,008 --> 01:20:27,882 But Jing'er, your life is in real danger. 934 01:20:28,925 --> 01:20:31,882 Am I right, Officer Shangguan? 935 01:20:35,591 --> 01:20:36,924 Under the Empress's instructions, 936 01:20:37,133 --> 01:20:38,132 you threw yourself into my arms 937 01:20:38,300 --> 01:20:39,799 and tried to have sex with me. 938 01:20:40,133 --> 01:20:42,715 But you gave away the show unexpectedly. 939 01:20:42,966 --> 01:20:45,007 You wouldn't let me touch your acupoint... 940 01:20:45,216 --> 01:20:46,382 That smacked of transfiguration. 941 01:20:46,550 --> 01:20:48,215 When I entered the Monastery just now, 942 01:20:48,550 --> 01:20:51,007 You spoke for the deer with ventriloquism. 943 01:20:51,425 --> 01:20:53,882 Every time the deer appeared, 944 01:20:54,050 --> 01:20:57,007 it's you who spoke for it, right, Jing'er? 945 01:20:57,175 --> 01:20:59,007 In Phantom Bazaar, 946 01:20:59,175 --> 01:21:00,965 you knew right away the Chaplain was a fake. 947 01:21:01,258 --> 01:21:04,799 Is it because you're the same person? 948 01:21:10,966 --> 01:21:17,590 Jing'er, it's time to show your real face. 949 01:21:44,800 --> 01:21:46,132 In order to ascend the throne, 950 01:21:46,300 --> 01:21:48,007 the Empress eliminated clansmen and old officials. 951 01:21:48,341 --> 01:21:51,340 But she never knows that the Phantom Flame case is so complicated. 952 01:21:51,633 --> 01:21:52,965 In order to crack the case, 953 01:21:53,175 --> 01:21:54,674 she even brought me back for it, 954 01:21:54,841 --> 01:21:57,799 never expecting that I would suspect her. 955 01:21:58,008 --> 01:21:59,965 She told me the Chaplain would disappear 956 01:22:00,133 --> 01:22:02,090 after her coronation. 957 01:22:03,175 --> 01:22:04,799 That's her way of doing things all along. 958 01:22:06,216 --> 01:22:09,215 To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 959 01:22:11,133 --> 01:22:11,965 Jing'er, 960 01:22:13,091 --> 01:22:14,674 You know too many of her secrets. 961 01:22:15,758 --> 01:22:18,882 Once the Chaplain's gone, what about Jing'er? 962 01:23:31,050 --> 01:23:32,007 It's ecstacy scent. 963 01:26:07,216 --> 01:26:08,215 Break! 964 01:26:31,008 --> 01:26:31,799 Remember! 965 01:26:32,716 --> 01:26:36,840 To achieve greatness, everyone is expendable! 966 01:27:21,216 --> 01:27:23,965 I told you not to come here but you did! 967 01:27:24,508 --> 01:27:26,299 Don't think I'll be grateful 968 01:27:26,716 --> 01:27:28,049 because you've taken the sword for me. 969 01:27:28,300 --> 01:27:29,757 You smart ass! 970 01:28:04,341 --> 01:28:05,215 They should be snared! 971 01:28:06,175 --> 01:28:06,965 Where are they? 972 01:28:13,050 --> 01:28:14,049 Couldn't be far. 973 01:28:14,341 --> 01:28:15,174 Go find them! 974 01:28:34,300 --> 01:28:35,549 You're awake. 975 01:28:37,508 --> 01:28:39,090 It's good you woke up. 976 01:28:42,800 --> 01:28:44,049 Did I hurt you? 977 01:28:47,841 --> 01:28:50,757 Detective Dee, you're so pathetic. 978 01:28:51,716 --> 01:28:55,965 The world is so big, but you can't fit in. 979 01:28:57,258 --> 01:28:59,007 Why does everybody want to kill you? 980 01:29:00,341 --> 01:29:02,215 The Empress also asked me to kill you, 981 01:29:02,841 --> 01:29:05,340 but I cannot. 982 01:29:15,133 --> 01:29:16,882 Can you take me back? 983 01:29:30,425 --> 01:29:31,590 Your guess is right on track. 984 01:29:33,258 --> 01:29:35,340 The Empress set up Infinity Monastery 985 01:29:36,341 --> 01:29:38,799 to use the Chaplain to eliminate dissenters. 986 01:29:40,550 --> 01:29:43,632 At that time, we did kill many people. 987 01:29:44,133 --> 01:29:47,924 But we didn't cause the Phantom Flame! 988 01:29:49,300 --> 01:29:51,132 The murderer will strike again. 989 01:29:51,300 --> 01:29:57,007 You have to help the Empress! 990 01:29:57,341 --> 01:29:58,924 Find out who the real culprit is. 991 01:30:06,258 --> 01:30:08,424 Her Majesty is here! 992 01:30:11,133 --> 01:30:12,382 I humbly welcome Your Majesty. 993 01:30:25,800 --> 01:30:27,632 Call the Imperial Physician! Hurry up! 994 01:30:27,800 --> 01:30:29,840 Go find the Imperial Physician immediately! 995 01:30:32,675 --> 01:30:33,674 Yes, Your Majesty. 996 01:30:34,800 --> 01:30:37,007 Stand down. 997 01:30:37,300 --> 01:30:38,299 Yes. 998 01:30:39,091 --> 01:30:40,757 Call the Imperial Physician. 999 01:30:42,091 --> 01:30:45,965 Can I ask you one question, Your Majesty? 1000 01:30:47,633 --> 01:30:48,465 Go ahead. 1001 01:30:51,425 --> 01:30:54,007 Have you ever 1002 01:30:54,758 --> 01:30:57,215 loved one person in your life? 1003 01:31:03,258 --> 01:31:04,215 Yes. 1004 01:31:06,550 --> 01:31:09,132 But the price was too high. 1005 01:31:12,008 --> 01:31:13,007 So... 1006 01:31:15,633 --> 01:31:16,715 was it worth it? 1007 01:31:21,383 --> 01:31:22,674 Was it worth it? 1008 01:31:26,550 --> 01:31:27,674 It's worth it. 1009 01:31:34,716 --> 01:31:39,715 Jing'er. 1010 01:32:58,425 --> 01:33:00,007 Detective Dee! 1011 01:33:11,258 --> 01:33:13,424 We don't have time. No need to untie me. 1012 01:33:14,008 --> 01:33:15,465 I know why Jia had to die. 1013 01:33:18,008 --> 01:33:20,257 I saw his inspection diagram. 1014 01:33:24,633 --> 01:33:25,757 That Buddha... 1015 01:33:26,091 --> 01:33:33,049 will be used to kill the Empress. 1016 01:33:36,800 --> 01:34:33,965 Rein buckle... 1017 01:35:55,716 --> 01:35:59,799 With the righteous sky above me, I am fearless. 1018 01:36:05,591 --> 01:36:09,924 Like the sea waves, the new always supersedes the old. 1019 01:36:20,841 --> 01:36:25,340 I am the only one who dare to challenge the tradition. 1020 01:36:32,383 --> 01:36:33,382 You, the witch Empress 1021 01:36:34,675 --> 01:36:37,674 has upturned our whole Kingdom. 1022 01:36:39,341 --> 01:36:41,882 But I will be the one 1023 01:36:42,050 --> 01:36:44,924 who destroy all your venomous plans. 1024 01:36:47,133 --> 01:36:49,799 I know the winner takes it all. 1025 01:36:51,466 --> 01:36:55,174 And the heaven above will help me fight for justice. 1026 01:36:56,300 --> 01:36:57,215 Today 1027 01:36:57,883 --> 01:36:59,924 at day break 1028 01:37:01,008 --> 01:37:04,132 let's see how I combat with you. 1029 01:37:14,133 --> 01:37:15,007 It's the signal. 1030 01:37:19,591 --> 01:37:20,382 Let's start! 1031 01:37:51,050 --> 01:37:54,507 This is the inspection diagram by Master Jia. 1032 01:37:54,758 --> 01:37:57,049 Pei found it in Jia's residence. 1033 01:37:57,258 --> 01:38:00,507 Jia found out the Tubular Pillar is different from the original design. 1034 01:38:02,966 --> 01:38:04,924 According to Jia's memorial before his death, 1035 01:38:06,425 --> 01:38:10,049 holes were found underneath all amulets. 1036 01:38:10,633 --> 01:38:13,757 Although he did not know the reason, 1037 01:38:14,258 --> 01:38:16,424 he was murdered nonetheless. 1038 01:38:22,258 --> 01:38:25,257 The Towering Buddha is 66 yards high, 1039 01:38:25,841 --> 01:38:30,632 overlooking the palace. It can fall right upon the coronation stage 1040 01:38:31,883 --> 01:38:35,799 The Coronation Ceremony is the best timing. 1041 01:38:47,550 --> 01:38:50,590 Xue's death was a camouflage. 1042 01:38:50,758 --> 01:38:52,174 You wanted to divert our attention, 1043 01:38:52,800 --> 01:38:54,715 linking the death to the amulets, 1044 01:38:55,550 --> 01:38:56,965 blaming it all on the Imperial Chaplain. 1045 01:38:59,966 --> 01:39:01,674 You also took advantage of our relationship, 1046 01:39:02,508 --> 01:39:04,507 preempting my every move. 1047 01:39:04,758 --> 01:39:07,424 Be it to Donkey Wang or to the Monastery, 1048 01:39:07,591 --> 01:39:09,007 you managed to set up ambushes beforehand. 1049 01:39:09,216 --> 01:39:10,215 So I am sure that 1050 01:39:10,716 --> 01:39:13,049 it's you who killed Jing'er outside the Monastery. 1051 01:39:15,508 --> 01:39:17,465 I would never underestimate your ability. 1052 01:39:18,883 --> 01:39:21,632 Dee, what more do you know about this? 1053 01:39:28,133 --> 01:39:31,799 Six years ago, you were the supervisor when the Monastery was under renovation. 1054 01:39:33,175 --> 01:39:36,715 I discovered the remnants of the fire turtles left by Donkey Wang. 1055 01:39:37,966 --> 01:39:39,174 Donglai was right. 1056 01:39:40,466 --> 01:39:43,715 The poison entered the body through water. 1057 01:39:44,591 --> 01:39:46,174 Jia drank the water 1058 01:39:46,341 --> 01:39:47,882 but Xue did not. 1059 01:39:49,716 --> 01:39:52,715 After he snatched the amulet, he didn't drink any water. 1060 01:39:53,091 --> 01:39:56,049 So the poison must have come 1061 01:39:56,300 --> 01:39:57,965 from outside. 1062 01:39:58,716 --> 01:40:01,257 The poison must have seeped through his body. 1063 01:40:06,133 --> 01:40:08,757 Dee, what else do you know? 1064 01:40:10,216 --> 01:40:13,257 Stop it, brother! 1065 01:40:13,883 --> 01:40:15,257 It's baneful to the empire and the people. 1066 01:40:15,925 --> 01:40:17,799 Don't make continuous mistakes. 1067 01:40:18,550 --> 01:40:19,840 Since 8 years ago, 1068 01:40:21,550 --> 01:40:22,799 I have made up mind long time ago. 1069 01:40:24,008 --> 01:40:25,882 I've only lived for one thing. 1070 01:40:32,216 --> 01:40:36,257 She gave me this; I have to repay her! 1071 01:40:51,925 --> 01:40:53,215 I know you will be back. 1072 01:41:01,300 --> 01:41:02,924 Getting in here is easy but not going out. 1073 01:41:37,466 --> 01:41:38,340 Archers. 1074 01:41:39,966 --> 01:41:41,132 Kill him! 1075 01:42:39,383 --> 01:42:40,757 Tubular pillar... 1076 01:42:43,550 --> 01:42:44,549 Molten fluid... 1077 01:43:36,466 --> 01:43:39,257 8 years ago, you led a revolt against her. 1078 01:43:40,050 --> 01:43:41,549 Now you're giving your life for her. 1079 01:43:42,341 --> 01:43:44,215 Why did you go back on your words? 1080 01:43:44,383 --> 01:43:45,549 If you destroy the palace like this, 1081 01:43:46,008 --> 01:43:48,507 many more officials will be killed at the same time. 1082 01:43:49,216 --> 01:43:51,215 So you'll be killing more than her. 1083 01:44:00,466 --> 01:44:01,465 Release the molten fluid! 1084 01:44:07,800 --> 01:44:09,674 The die is cast. 1085 01:44:10,008 --> 01:44:11,715 The fluid will run into the tubular pillar 1086 01:44:11,925 --> 01:44:13,215 and melt its base. 1087 01:44:13,383 --> 01:44:14,840 The Buddha will fall upon the coronation stage. 1088 01:44:15,133 --> 01:44:17,799 No one will survive in the Palace. 1089 01:44:19,175 --> 01:44:20,924 I know you too well. 1090 01:44:21,091 --> 01:44:23,132 I heard you were brought back for the case, 1091 01:44:23,800 --> 01:44:26,674 so I advised the Prince to kill you, 1092 01:44:27,216 --> 01:44:29,632 or you would ruin our plan. 1093 01:44:30,258 --> 01:44:32,257 But that old fool refused to listen. 1094 01:44:32,841 --> 01:44:34,465 He even called me a flunkey, 1095 01:44:35,133 --> 01:44:37,882 so I killed him. 1096 01:44:38,841 --> 01:44:41,590 100,000 soldiers are outside the city. 1097 01:44:41,800 --> 01:44:43,382 Once the Buddha falls down, 1098 01:44:43,591 --> 01:44:45,882 they will enter the city to kill the bitch. 1099 01:44:49,175 --> 01:44:50,507 Even you can't survive this. 1100 01:45:03,050 --> 01:45:03,924 Break! 1101 01:46:19,050 --> 01:46:20,799 The fluid will run into the tubular pillar 1102 01:46:21,091 --> 01:46:22,215 and melt its base. 1103 01:46:22,383 --> 01:46:23,924 The Buddha will fall upon the coronation stage. 1104 01:46:24,216 --> 01:46:26,924 No one will survive in the Palace. 1105 01:46:30,341 --> 01:46:33,382 The time is ripe and Heaven has spoken. 1106 01:46:34,508 --> 01:46:39,590 Empress Wu is wise, gentle and generous. 1107 01:46:40,508 --> 01:46:44,590 For unification, she shall become Emperor. 1108 01:46:45,925 --> 01:46:49,090 Let this be known to the world! 1109 01:46:53,425 --> 01:46:56,465 Detective Dee... You can't get out! 1110 01:46:56,716 --> 01:46:57,757 Once the Buddha falls down, 1111 01:46:57,966 --> 01:46:59,674 I'll let you be buried with the bitch! 1112 01:47:23,466 --> 01:47:26,132 Shatuo, your plan has failed! 1113 01:47:50,216 --> 01:47:51,882 I can't stop the Buddha from collapsing, 1114 01:47:52,050 --> 01:47:54,507 but the fluid from the southwest has stopped. 1115 01:47:54,675 --> 01:47:56,674 The angle of the collapse will change. 1116 01:47:57,050 --> 01:47:58,757 It won't fall upon the coronation stage. 1117 01:47:58,925 --> 01:48:00,340 Oh! 1118 01:48:01,258 --> 01:48:02,840 I haven't failed! 1119 01:48:16,466 --> 01:48:18,965 After the Buddha has fallen, the guards will be in panic! 1120 01:48:23,925 --> 01:48:26,674 I'll now go to the palace and kill her myself. 1121 01:49:18,300 --> 01:49:19,924 Shatuo! Give up! 1122 01:49:20,300 --> 01:49:21,507 This is your last chance! 1123 01:50:25,675 --> 01:50:26,299 Your Majesty! 1124 01:50:26,466 --> 01:50:27,549 The Towering Buddha is wobbling. 1125 01:50:27,716 --> 01:50:28,757 It's falling towards the palace. 1126 01:50:28,925 --> 01:50:30,674 Please take shelter, your Majesty! 1127 01:50:32,508 --> 01:50:34,674 I'll go to see it. 1128 01:50:36,008 --> 01:50:38,632 How could this be happened? 1129 01:50:38,841 --> 01:50:40,340 Is it an omen? 1130 01:50:58,425 --> 01:51:00,757 Run! The Budda is collapsing! 1131 01:51:44,925 --> 01:51:47,757 I haven't failed 1132 01:51:52,966 --> 01:51:54,090 Go check what happened. 1133 01:51:54,300 --> 01:51:55,257 Is it really collapsing? 1134 01:52:00,925 --> 01:52:03,340 Your Majesty, it's not safe here and please leave at once. 1135 01:52:04,550 --> 01:52:05,424 Your Majesty! 1136 01:52:15,216 --> 01:52:16,507 Protect Her Majesty! 1137 01:52:16,758 --> 01:52:18,424 - Protect Her Majesty to leave here immediately! - Protect Her Majesty 1138 01:52:19,675 --> 01:52:20,924 The Buddha is falling towards the palace. 1139 01:52:41,633 --> 01:52:42,632 Hey! 1140 01:52:42,966 --> 01:52:46,090 It's falling towards you. Don't go that way! 1141 01:53:29,008 --> 01:53:32,757 Go save the Emperor 1142 01:53:53,591 --> 01:53:55,174 It's Detective Dee who saved me... 1143 01:53:57,800 --> 01:53:59,882 A rebel army is gathered 30 miles from here. 1144 01:54:00,216 --> 01:54:03,257 They will invade once the Buddha collapses. 1145 01:54:07,758 --> 01:54:09,590 Where's General Yao? 1146 01:54:09,800 --> 01:54:10,799 Yau is here! 1147 01:54:11,591 --> 01:54:14,049 Report the situation outside the city! 1148 01:54:14,216 --> 01:54:15,674 60,000 Imperial Guards 1149 01:54:15,841 --> 01:54:18,049 were in ambush in Bianzhou before daybreak! 1150 01:54:18,883 --> 01:54:22,882 Call General Zhang to lead 100,000 soldiers 1151 01:54:23,050 --> 01:54:25,507 to attack the enemies in the east 1152 01:54:25,675 --> 01:54:27,715 until the rebels are totally demolished. 1153 01:54:27,883 --> 01:54:29,174 Yes, Your Majesty. 1154 01:54:36,716 --> 01:54:38,757 You were well prepared indeed. 1155 01:54:41,758 --> 01:54:42,757 Detective Dee, 1156 01:54:44,091 --> 01:54:47,299 from this day onwards, 1157 01:54:48,091 --> 01:54:50,340 the whole world shall know you're my savior. 1158 01:54:53,258 --> 01:54:54,924 May I venture to say a few words to you 1159 01:54:55,758 --> 01:54:58,757 in front of the mace? 1160 01:54:58,925 --> 01:55:00,924 Preposterous! 1161 01:55:01,758 --> 01:55:02,757 Stand down. 1162 01:55:03,050 --> 01:55:03,840 Your Majesty! 1163 01:55:05,091 --> 01:55:06,424 I asked you to stand down! 1164 01:55:07,466 --> 01:55:09,840 - Stand down, everybody! - Yes 1165 01:55:14,508 --> 01:55:17,757 Under Heaven, with this mace as the witness, 1166 01:55:19,133 --> 01:55:23,840 would the sacred Empress Wu please listen: 1167 01:55:27,466 --> 01:55:28,882 On the pretense of magic, 1168 01:55:29,300 --> 01:55:30,965 you wantonly killed clansmen and officials. 1169 01:55:31,508 --> 01:55:32,840 This is unpardonable! 1170 01:55:33,133 --> 01:55:34,965 But society is on the brink of extinction, 1171 01:55:35,133 --> 01:55:36,132 So your punishment is hereby suspended. 1172 01:55:37,050 --> 01:55:40,465 Ruling requires power and stratagems, 1173 01:55:40,966 --> 01:55:43,632 but right and wrong cannot be confused! 1174 01:55:43,966 --> 01:55:46,090 May the Emperor know her every move, 1175 01:55:46,966 --> 01:55:48,965 and let Tang clansmen succeed her, 1176 01:55:49,883 --> 01:55:51,674 so that everything will be back to track. 1177 01:55:55,508 --> 01:55:57,215 You called me "Emperor"? 1178 01:55:58,883 --> 01:56:02,465 Long live the Emperor! Long Live! 1179 01:56:10,716 --> 01:56:14,840 Officials are lazy; nobody can help me. 1180 01:56:16,175 --> 01:56:19,965 For the people, you stay and help me. 1181 01:56:20,258 --> 01:56:23,215 I've been in rebellion several times. 1182 01:56:24,341 --> 01:56:27,715 How dare I meddle with state affairs? 1183 01:56:31,841 --> 01:56:33,715 My assignment is over. 1184 01:56:34,841 --> 01:56:37,549 I'm returning this mace to the late Emperor. 1185 01:57:19,466 --> 01:57:20,965 The truth has come to light... 1186 01:57:21,258 --> 01:57:23,257 The world is at peace finally... 1187 01:57:25,216 --> 01:57:27,757 But Detective Dee is in Phantom Bazaar. 1188 01:57:30,883 --> 01:57:33,090 Whether your fire turtle poison is curable 1189 01:57:33,841 --> 01:57:35,590 will depend on the will of Heaven. 1190 01:57:36,383 --> 01:57:38,840 The will of Heaven is bright and clear, 1191 01:57:39,091 --> 01:57:42,132 but I'm travelling alone. 1192 01:57:42,758 --> 01:57:44,174 Heaven and Earth have no space for me, 1193 01:57:44,341 --> 01:57:46,382 but my heart is at peace. 1194 01:57:47,300 --> 01:57:49,549 The sun is up. Let's go down. 1195 01:58:14,466 --> 01:58:15,549 "In 690 A. D.," 1196 01:58:15,716 --> 01:58:17,257 "Empress Wu became the first and only" 1197 01:58:17,425 --> 01:58:19,632 "female emperor in the history of China. " 1198 01:58:23,633 --> 01:58:26,590 "15 years later, in 705 A.D.," 1199 01:58:27,425 --> 01:58:30,049 "Empress Wu retired from the throne," 1200 01:58:30,216 --> 01:58:32,299 "returning the title to the Crown Prince," 1201 01:58:32,466 --> 01:58:37,257 "in honor of her promise to Detective Dee. " 1202 01:58:45,758 --> 01:58:49,757 "Co-starring Richard Ng Teddy Robin Yao Lu Liu Jinshan" 1203 01:58:50,425 --> 01:58:52,674 "Screenplay by Zhang Jialu" 1204 01:58:53,383 --> 01:58:56,715 "Cinematography by Chan Chi Ying Chan Chor Keung HKSC" 1205 01:58:57,466 --> 01:59:01,049 "Image Designer Bruce Yu Production Designer James Chiu" 1206 01:59:01,633 --> 01:59:05,007 "Edited by Yau Chi Wai Additional Editing Xiao Yang” 1207 01:59:05,675 --> 01:59:09,382 "Music by Peter Kam Sound Supervisor Wang Danrong Zhao Nan" 1208 01:59:10,091 --> 01:59:11,799 "Vfx Producer Edward Chiyun Yi Chang Ik Jeong" 1209 01:59:11,966 --> 01:59:15,174 "Vfx Supervisor Yong Gi Lee Sang Woo Nam Miniatures Director Andy Ma" 1210 01:59:15,675 --> 01:59:19,340 “Co-Producer Bernard Yang Co-Executive Producer Zhang Dajun”