Original subtitles

"Love Is All"

"Episode 7"

"Tan Ling Yin makes a jar and takes on a bet"

Sir.

Look.

What is this?

I don't know either.

Yun Er and her mother sent this.

They wanted to expression their gratitude for you and Preceptor Tan.

I turned them down.

But they left this duck behind.

-What do we do with this? -Roast it.

Right. Keep it bland.

Sir.

We do have a cook in the District Bureau.

If you are not satisfied with the cook,

we could hire a new cook for you.

When the Magistrate is cooking, that means he's being mindful.

This is our new rule here.

You are not allowed to interrupt him.

She is right.

We should be grateful to have a Magistrate that loves cooking.

Sir, do whatever you wish.

No one is stopping you.

Commissioner Zheng, I think this is inadequate.

In our place,

even a woman can be the Preceptor.

Rule are as good as gone for us.

Do you like the meal?

-This is delicious. -It's marvellous.

Just let me know if you ever got hungry or tired.

-I'll cook for you every day. -Thank you.

-Sure! -Why do you get the food...

while I have to record the files?

Because that's your job.

It's your duty to begin with.

This is delicious.

Sir, have a look.

These are all old cases.

The cases are closed.

Can I copy these on my free time instead?

No.

Procrastination will lead to endless tasks unfinished.

I am done with the files! Let me have the food!

Didn't you hear what Master Tang said?

I am filing a report for your demeaning behaviour!

Drum beat for the injustice.

Go to Li Da Wang if you don't know how it's done.

he can show you.

Delicious.

Sir.

The wine and the animal are here.

Didn't I ask you to deal with them a while ago?

-But I... -Sir!

You should have seen the might of that beast!

A single kick from it sent me flying for yards!

Are those weapons you carry just for show?

Sir, Xiao Liu is telling the truth.

Its treachery...

is just as loathsome as Zhang Zhi Yuan from Tianxiang Inn.

Really? Let me have a look.

This thing is cute.

-Sir. -Not a chance.

-But I haven't said anything. -I know what you want.

Don't be so petty, just let me have it.

Fine.

It's either you or the duck.

Only one of you can stay.

I am a female Preceptor.

I need a bodyguard.

How about three days of probation for it?

Sure. But the District bureau...

do not hire worthless junk that serves no purpose.

If you didn't manage to tame the animal in three days,

both of you will be gone.

Don't worry, it will be tamed and trained properly.

There are feathers everywhere!

"Tan Ling Yin! You fool!"

You and I share the same feisty look.

You should have my family name.

I'll name you Tan Ba Ba.

All the foods are on me.

Don't touch this.

I'll get you some vegetables.

Wait there.

Oh no.

It's just a jar.

I'll pay for a new one.

What makes you think it's about the money?

This old jar was made from the finest quartz from Guandong region...

and the best feldspar from Luoyang.

Even the fire had to be made from rosewood and narra wood.

It's one of its kind.

How are you supposed to pay for that?

Master Tang only drinks the soup cooked in this jar.

It's just a jar.

What's the big deal?

A lowbrow person...

will never understand the values it held.

The elitists are all so sentimental.

What did you say?

Nothing. It's my fault. I'll accept your punishment.

Punishing you won't make the jar whole again.

Forget it.

Order Squash to clean up this mess.

Yes.

Don't cut yourself.

This is your fault!

Clumsy fool.

It's your fault! Tan Ba Ba!

Sister.

Are you staying up all night just to copy his handwriting?

We have to sell dozens of books cover the cost of this fan.

How is the resemblance?

Sister, does Master Tang know your secret identity?

Did he blame you for the case?

He is not going to make you the scapegoat?

no.

It seemed like he found out long ago.

But he didn't say anything.

Master Tang knows your secret identity.

But he didn't blame you for the case.

That shows us he is a reasonable person.

Why did you mess with him anyway?

I didn't mean to mess with him.

It's just a fan. Besides,

I am copying Tang Tian Yuan, not the Magistrate Tang Fei Long.

Why would this upset him?

After I got enough money,

I am going back to the Capital...

and find my dear Tang Tian Yuan.

"Tongling District Bureau"

What's on your mind?

I am surprised.

Preceptor Tan turned out to be Miao Miao Sheng.

What are the odds of that?

How are you going to punish her?

Punishing her?

We just solved the case of Qi Hui's murder.

We haven't found the origin of that impure gold.

I have no time for her.

Deny it however you want.

How is your investigation going?

District Aide Zhou has a clean background.

Just as he said.

He had waited for years before he finally got the position.

As for Preceptor Tan,

you know her better than I do.

-She is like your "Ba Ba". -My "Ba Ba"?

Her "Ba Ba"?

So? Should I keep investigating?

I think the most pressing matter of all...

is to find the truth about the illegal gold mine.

Miss.

Look at this.

Top-notched craftsmanship with the finest texture.

It's one of a kind in Tongling.

Will you take this?

If this isn't good enough for you,

I doubt I could make you any better offer.

Thank you for your time.

Have a nice day.

Have a look around!

Have a look around.

Hold this.

I am over here.

Find out the relationship between that Preceptor...

and the Magistrate Tang Fei Long.

Preceptor Tan.

Fresh vegetables!

Who are you?

Will you not speak to me?

How may I help you?

Something is at miss with this gold nugget.

What? This isn't enough for you?

As the mantra goes,

The colour of the ore determines the quality. This is green.

This barely passes as gold.

So what's wrong with that?

Gold refined by the Imperial Court doesn't bear this colour.

But workshops of the commoners...

come up with this second-rated gold because the lack of technology.

The commoners?

You mean Sun Bu Fan was telling the truth?

Both Qi Hui and Sun Bu Fan came from wealthy family.

They wouldn't use this

You are right.

This gold nugget...

is known best by Preceptor Tan.

Right, how is her workroom?

It's doing remarkably well.

Preceptor Tan never slows down on earning money.

Right after Qi Hui's case was solved,

the first volume of "Tang Fei Long Mysteries" is released.

I must say, Preceptor Tan is very sensible.

She didn't leak any confidential information.

But she did make sure to praise you throughout the book.

But that is the truth.

Smirk while you can.

Right, Tang Gu Workroom is having a competition.

So you are the beautiful woman whom Commissioner Zheng mentions.

You may call me Ru Yi.

Commissioner Zheng may be a grunt,

but he puts effort into relationship.

Same goes to you too. You are making a jar for Master Tang.

It was my fault for breaking the jar.

I must pay for it.

Master Tang is pays attention to details.

I searched the whole city of Tongling...

but I couldn't find any quality Five-Hue China.

The clay that made the jar wasn't priceless.

It's simply hard to come by.

But there is a ceramic clay found on Tianmu Mountain.

The quality isn't as good, but with proper burning technique.

The yield will be almost similar.

Really?

Did you know Master Tang back when you were in the Capital?

It's a gem!

It's our lucky day!

Great!

Ladies and gentlemen, nice to see you here today.

The Couplet Showdown held by Tang Gu Workroom...

is going to commence soon.

Please come up the stage.

Great!

This is the first line of the couplet.

"The phoenix resting on the parasol after the long soar."

This is the competition you mentioned?

Yes. A poetry competition still counts as one.

I'll go first!

"The pearls linking on the thread along with the jade."

Nice!

"Mountain view with moon and river like a scenic picture."

Nice!

"The vessel on the tide with the waves behind."

Nice!

"The breeze touches the willow gentle and slow."

Nice!

The four prodigies of Tongling amazed us with their brilliance!

-They are the same fan. -The structure matches.

They even share the same interest.

They are all using the fan made by Gu Tang Workroom.

Of course.

Sir.

District Aide Zhou.

We should tread cautiously regarding the case of Sun Bu Fan.

Any bright suggestion?

You must keep my advice in mind.

If I were to flatter the higher ranking officers,

I would be more than just a District Aide in this small town.

I regret every moment of my stubbornness.

You are new to this place and has no one to root for you.

If you wish to keep this job,

your priority is to befriend the noble and wealthy families.

Perhaps you could use this chance to save his father some face.

I am sure he will be deeply grateful for your kindness.

But Sun Bu Fan...

did admit he killed the girl in front of the public.

To reverse the verdict,

it could be difficult.

Well...

Sun Bu Fan had his reason to kill.

Lower his sentence to exile instead.

Once he is granted the amnesty, it can be done.

How much did they pay you?

Sir!

How did you find out?

I did receive some money from them,

but I am trying to see consequences from your perspective.

If you must,

I will share half of the money with you.

A total of 200 taels.

You got 400 taels?

That number carries a bad omen.

My father is bedridden.

-My mother is too old to work. -Forget it, I don't want a share.

Have you seen Preceptor Tan?

No.

Find her and I want her in my office.

Boss?

Shouldn't you be in bed?

What is this for?

My sister wanted to see firework.

So I am making her one.

Are you sure about this?

It should work just fine if I follow the manual.

Boss, this is very nice of you.

Whatever Miss Ling Yin wants,

you make them happen for her.

Sir!

Are you working on a gold mine?

What do you mean?

You used the fan I gave you to its fullest.

You found out.

But those are fakes.

Which is why...

you admit that you counterfeited the fan I gave you.

The resemblance is uncanny, right?

Why?

The masterpiece of an artist will be copied sooner or later.

I simply got one step ahead.

Making fake lookalike goes against the moral conduct.

Something good should be shared to the world.

The fan would only make you happy if you use it alone.

But now everyone is happy.

Don't bend the meaning.

I didn't steal or rob anyone. My conscience is clear.

You are blinded by greed.

I am done talking to you.

If I were blinded by greed, why would I give you this?

The dog at the backyard needs a bowl for drinking.

This will do just fine.

-You can have the fan back tomorrow. -You can keep it.

I don't take back my gift!

What's thee matter with Preceptor Tan?

How should I know?

She got so upset over a broken jar.

This jar...

She had spent days just to make this thing from scratch.

You can't just break it like it meant nothing.

She made this?

She is the only girl in this workplace.

Visit the workroom more often,

pay attention to her daily routine.

This is such a shame.

Don't step on it.

I need to put it back together.

You two never make any sense. I am leaving now.

Come in.

Qing Chen, you couldn't sleep?

You are the one who's still awake.

Sir.

Let me take you to a place.

You brought me here in the middle of the night for hard labour.

My job is the Preceptor. I am not your dear Xiang Gua.

Are you still mad at me?

I wouldn't even dare.

Don't worry, the workroom is there. I won't run away.

I will pay you back all the profit I got from selling fans.

I want cash.

A normal man would turn me down after hearing the offer.

You said it yourself. "All the money".

Fragrance pouch for sale!

Your clay is deforming.

Delicate fragrance pouch for sale!

Hold this.

I didn't know you made the jar yourself.

I am sorry.

I broke yours so I must make up for that.

But your jar is broken. I can't fix it anyway.

So I went to Tianmu Mountain and dug up some clay.

You dug out the clay yourself?

But Miss Zhou was with me.

She is the beauty that got Commissioner Zheng charmed.

They told you wanted to visit the Capital.

I want to go there and meet my beloved Tang Tian Yuan.

And then?

I will express my gratitude for him.

That's all?

I thought you wanted to marry him.

I know there is a limit to everything, okay?

So the novel you wrote...

was about him?

No, the man in the book was you.

What about me?

Don't get ahead of yourself.

I merely used the materials I have for the convenience.

-A fire broke out! -Fire!

-A fire broke out! -Fire!

What's going on?

-Fire! -Put out the fire!

Help! Put out the fire!

What's going on?

Fire! Put it out!

Help!

-Are you hurt? -I am fine. Don't worry.

The firework exploded.

Why were you messing around with fireworks?

Who would have thought your brother is actually interested in inventing?

That's not the case. A love story is very popular nowadays.

When a man and woman are together, the atmosphere must be right.

No woman would reject a man that shows her fireworks.

That is nonsense.

Do not believe these absurd stories.

Are you really all right?

The house is in ruin.

You should move to the District Bureau.

Can we?

Can my brother come as well?

Sister, I can stay in the inn.

It's free accommodation.

Of course.

What about Xiao Fang and Xiao Zhuang?

The room on the west side is big enough.

Thank you so much!

What is this thing?

Chicken soup?

Master Tang, it's been here the whole night.

You can't drink this.

It's the beginning of autumn. The weather is cold.

It won't go bad so easily.

Heat it and bring it to me.

Master Tang, you never have any leftover food.

This is a soup, not food.

-Go on. -Yes.

My lord, have some prune soup.

What's the matter with all of you?

You are not getting paid for this!

Cry louder!

Did you hear that?

-You startled me. -My lord.

I've told you so many times not to yell!

Don't hold your breath at the stomach.

We are not here to sing a song.

What is our job here?

We are here to collect debt. I'll say this again, listen closely.

Muster your saliva around your throat.

Around the throat.

Follow my lead. One, two.

That's right.

My poor daughter!

What are you doing here?

He is bullying us! The father of that killer is bullying us!

Are you completely out of your mind?

My daughter will never come back to life.

I still have a worthless son to look after.

My daughter! How could you leave me behind!

Once you reach the afterlife,

be sure to appeal to the Yama!

Plead so the Yama will be watching this cursed family!

Make sure they suffer through the rest of their life!

-My lord! -Die!

My lord, maybe we should chase them out.

Shut it.

Do you want my son dead so badly?

My lord!

We've known each other for decades.

Stop pretending.

The Maritime Trade Bureau still needs a Deputy.

Your son is of age now.

He only needs to travel the sea for a few years. Call him in.

I can give him the position. What do you think?

Now you are awake.

Help me up.

Don't close the gate! Hold on!

Your son killed my daughter.

My heart is totally shattered beyond any mending.

Forget it. If this were about your daughter,

you should be in the District Bureau making an appeal....

so Tang Fei Long could just execute my son right away.

Are you really here to seek justice for your daughter?

I bet you are here to seek a career for your son.

The District Bureau is not run by heartless people.

If I were to make an appeal as Qi Hui's father,

your son Bu Fan will be back into this manor in no time.

You are finally making some sense.

Tell me.

Is the position at the Maritime Trade Bureau...

really within your power to secure?

Of course it is.

It all depends on whether you are willing to resolve the dispute.

"Tongling District Bureau"

Sir, a dispute should be resolved.

After all, we've known each other for decades.

We may not be a family,

but our bond is not unlike a family.

Indeed, Sir.

Sir.

We have decided to set aside our differences.

Yes, we have reconciled with each other.

Look, now that his daughter is no longer with us,

it's just as painful of a loss for me.

And now my son Bu Fan...

if he were to be executed as well,

it means you will suffer a loss of a family member too!

Am I right?

I understand your sentiments.

But you made it sound like it was me who killed your children.

Please, you misunderstood.

Have a look.

A small donation.

Sir, well...

But she was your daughter.

Indeed!

But Sir,

Bu Fan...

has been like a child of mine since he was a young boy.

I see him as my own.

I've already lost my daughter.

My poor daughter!

What's wrong? Supernumerary Sun?

What's the matter with you? Supernumerary Sun?

Insolence!

It's my duty to uphold the law!

But outside of this District Bureau,

if you are still satisfied with my management...

and my effort to solve the case,

you could always...

send me the gold later.

Very wise indeed, Sir!

We understand.

This is all the money from selling the fan, count it yourself.

You need it to renovate the workroom. Keep the money.

I couldn't care less about your money.

Your money is filthy.

I overheard your conversation with Supernumerary Sun.

Supernumerary Qi personally requested to reconcile.

They have everything ready but my permission.

So you went against your conscience and resorted to corruption?

The case is not solved. I can't disclose the information.

Don't even bother.

You are officially labelled as a corrupted officer in my eyes.

I will gather the evidence and expose your conduct at the Capital!

Come here.

I am not your lapdog, I don't just do as you say!

But you did come back.

Only this time.

Would you dare to have a bet with me?

A bet on what?

If I have a way...

to get Sun Bu Fan punished...

without offending Supernumerary Sun,

you must do whatever I say.

You are obviously a greedy person.

How do I know I could trust you?

Stop nagging, are you betting or what?

So be it.

As long as Sun Bu Fan gets his punishment,

I will do whatever you say.

But if you bowed down to corruption and release him,

you must pay me double the amount of money you got from him.

Fine. But if you lost,

you must pay me double...

and say it loud and clear in the District Bureau...

in front of everyone.

What do you want me to say?

Sir.

Are you trying to...

What are you thinking?

It's...

This is so embarrassing. I can't say it.

If you lost, I want you to say it out loud...

in front of everyone...

Will you join me for some firework?

Sure, I am not afraid.

Why are you curious about that?

I am afraid you and your dear brother...

might blow up the whole district.

Would it kill you to be honest with me just once?

You clearly have no better thing to do.

Do you really think Sang Jie's gold is hidden in Tianmu Mountain?

It's possible.

Shouldn't we question Supernumerary Sun?

What is to be questioned? The bet is still ongoing.

It's too soon to be certain of anything.

If you have a way to please both of the families...

and a perfect plan to win this bet,

you wouldn't bother making firework with me.

Speaking of which,

hand me the brush and the paper.

For what?

To write our agreement on the bet.

I am afraid someone might lose and denies ever having this bet.

Go ahead, I am not afraid of you.

Why would he bet if he knows he'll lose for sure?

Is he up to something?

The dead can't come back to life.

Since you've left us,

please forgive me for paving a better future for your brother.

Please watch over him so his career won't be ruined.

As for me,

I hope you would bless me.

My poor daughter.

My lord, the carriage is ready.

I must go now.

Throughout my whole life...

I've had to clean up...

after my worthless son so many times.

Clinging onto the past won't do any good.

Please, take care of yourselves.

Supernumerary Qi, I have a proposal.

Since your daughter is gone...

No, she is not gone. She always has a place in my heart.

From now on,

the Sun family will always...

sees your daughter as my son's rightful wife.

My son will forever be your son-in-law.

He will obey all of your orders and request without questions.

-How does that sound? -Sure.

Son-in-law, very well.

-Let's have a toast with Master Tang. -Sure.

I don't partake in alcohol.

But rest assured,

there is still hope for the case.

Curse that Tang Fei Long.

I will write all of your crimes down.

Sir, I have a report to make.

What's wrong with you? There is no outside here.

-Sir, this is... -Just spit it.

The Imperial Inspection Unit...

sent us a decree from the Imperial Spokesman.

The Imperial Spokesman!

The Imperial Spokesman is coming.

Sir?

Sir?

It says...

The Imperial Spokesman received an anonymous report...

that I took bribe money...

from the local businessmen.

It even says...

Qi Hui's murder case...

must be reported to the Capital and be investigated.