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Would you like to inspect the original subtitles? These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:01,000 --> 00:00:06,000 Subtitles by DramaFever 2 00:01:57,822 --> 00:02:01,331 [The Virtuous Queen of Han] 3 00:02:01,331 --> 00:02:04,856 Episode Eighteen 4 00:02:04,856 --> 00:02:07,572 I am one who is capable of selling advice to others. 5 00:02:07,572 --> 00:02:09,977 What advice do you have to offer? 6 00:02:09,977 --> 00:02:12,131 The secret lies in twelve words. 7 00:02:12,131 --> 00:02:15,024 Yin River clear, the Guans safe. 8 00:02:15,024 --> 00:02:18,192 Yin River muddy, the Guans killed. 9 00:02:18,192 --> 00:02:23,274 It seems that you've offered your advice for nothing. 10 00:02:31,348 --> 00:02:33,449 That Yuan Shu seems to be quite a figure. 11 00:02:33,449 --> 00:02:35,388 Why won't you use him, Chancellor? 12 00:02:36,955 --> 00:02:39,974 We've already stolen his idea. Why would I keep him? 13 00:02:39,974 --> 00:02:43,468 But... Aren't you currently in urgent need of wise men? 14 00:02:43,468 --> 00:02:45,515 This man knows too much about me. 15 00:02:45,515 --> 00:02:47,657 He's made a huge effort to offer his services to me. 16 00:02:47,657 --> 00:02:49,576 He is too ambitious. 17 00:02:49,576 --> 00:02:52,532 If I keep him with me, he might get out of hand in the future. 18 00:02:52,532 --> 00:02:55,112 Should he come up with plots to go up against me and harm me 19 00:02:55,112 --> 00:02:57,890 would you be able to deal with him? 20 00:02:57,890 --> 00:03:00,020 Yes, Chancellor is very wise. 21 00:03:00,020 --> 00:03:05,229 He pointed out a great solution to my troubles with just twelve words. 22 00:03:05,229 --> 00:03:09,645 Why do I only have around me foolish men who are full of themselves? 23 00:03:09,645 --> 00:03:12,788 With your teachings, we will improve. 24 00:03:12,788 --> 00:03:15,223 He has already pointed out the way for us. 25 00:03:15,223 --> 00:03:17,760 Send our men to Yin River immediately 26 00:03:17,760 --> 00:03:21,399 to gather evidence of the crimes that Guan Fu's clan has committed. Hurry. 27 00:03:21,399 --> 00:03:22,399 Yes. 28 00:03:34,201 --> 00:03:35,201 Master Duan! 29 00:03:35,383 --> 00:03:36,623 Who is here to see Master Duan? 30 00:03:36,715 --> 00:03:39,361 I am one of the aides at Master Guan Fu's manor. 31 00:03:39,361 --> 00:03:42,213 Master Guan got himself into trouble by offending influential officials. 32 00:03:42,213 --> 00:03:44,433 He is now imprisoned but he could be harmed at any time. 33 00:03:44,433 --> 00:03:46,272 I am here to seek help from Master Duan. 34 00:03:46,272 --> 00:03:47,510 Master Duan is away. 35 00:03:48,500 --> 00:03:50,849 Master and his men are away in search of Zhang Qian. 36 00:03:50,849 --> 00:03:52,538 They haven't returned for months. 37 00:03:54,766 --> 00:03:56,969 I'm afraid that he has ventured into utter wilderness 38 00:03:56,969 --> 00:03:59,135 or gotten into combat with foreign enemies. 39 00:03:59,135 --> 00:04:00,814 It's hard to say what has become of them. 40 00:04:17,397 --> 00:04:18,758 Feng Yuan! Feng Yuan! 41 00:04:18,758 --> 00:04:19,758 Get me some water! 42 00:04:19,758 --> 00:04:20,758 Water! 43 00:04:27,375 --> 00:04:30,508 Sir, another of our men has fallen. 44 00:04:40,909 --> 00:04:41,933 Be careful, sir! 45 00:04:41,933 --> 00:04:44,219 Sir! 46 00:04:54,270 --> 00:04:55,339 Sir! 47 00:04:57,686 --> 00:04:59,198 This indeed belongs to Han. 48 00:04:59,198 --> 00:05:01,178 This satin has a dragon embroidered on it. 49 00:05:01,178 --> 00:05:03,308 It belongs to the imperial family. 50 00:05:05,017 --> 00:05:07,543 Perhaps, this was brought out here by Zhang Qian on his mission. 51 00:05:09,298 --> 00:05:11,311 Master Zhang did venture through this place. 52 00:05:33,438 --> 00:05:35,001 Greetings to Master Duan. 53 00:05:35,001 --> 00:05:36,205 At ease. 54 00:05:39,438 --> 00:05:40,438 Feng Yuan. 55 00:05:42,508 --> 00:05:45,801 Haven't you just taken your medication? Why aren't you resting? 56 00:05:45,801 --> 00:05:47,801 Thank you for the medication, sir. 57 00:05:47,801 --> 00:05:50,745 I am just dehydrated. 58 00:05:50,745 --> 00:05:52,045 I am already much better. 59 00:05:52,777 --> 00:05:54,090 That's good then. 60 00:05:55,697 --> 00:05:58,784 I beg you to allow me to leave the team and head home to the capital. 61 00:05:58,784 --> 00:05:59,794 Get up first. 62 00:05:59,794 --> 00:06:04,173 Sir, I've followed you into the western regions for six years now. 63 00:06:04,173 --> 00:06:06,284 We've ventured through numerous towns and wilderness. 64 00:06:06,284 --> 00:06:08,416 We get further and further away from Chang An 65 00:06:08,416 --> 00:06:10,505 because we can't find Master Zhang Qian. 66 00:06:10,505 --> 00:06:12,337 It seems that we will never be able to return. 67 00:06:12,337 --> 00:06:14,853 There is no one to take care of my mother, wife, and children. 68 00:06:14,853 --> 00:06:17,704 I beg you to grant me permission to head home! 69 00:06:17,704 --> 00:06:19,204 Get up first. 70 00:06:21,520 --> 00:06:23,135 I understand your difficulties. 71 00:06:23,135 --> 00:06:25,486 Write up a request and I will give you my permission 72 00:06:25,486 --> 00:06:27,825 to return to the Capital to carry out your filial duties. 73 00:06:27,825 --> 00:06:29,298 Thank you, Master Duan. 74 00:06:30,450 --> 00:06:31,529 Go and get it done now. 75 00:06:31,529 --> 00:06:32,529 Yes. 76 00:06:37,258 --> 00:06:38,904 You were all made to leave your hometown. 77 00:06:38,904 --> 00:06:40,958 You miss your family. 78 00:06:42,385 --> 00:06:44,466 That is indeed very hard on you. 79 00:06:44,466 --> 00:06:46,851 Zhang Xin! 80 00:06:47,594 --> 00:06:48,594 Present. 81 00:06:48,594 --> 00:06:51,069 Pass down my orders. Should anyone have the wish to head home 82 00:06:51,069 --> 00:06:53,833 they can all write a request to me and I will approve it immediately. 83 00:06:53,833 --> 00:06:56,198 I will allow them to reunite with the families back home. 84 00:06:56,198 --> 00:06:59,017 - Yes! - You would like to head home as well? 85 00:06:59,017 --> 00:07:03,438 Sir, all the traces and tracks we have discovered for the past six years 86 00:07:03,438 --> 00:07:07,392 seemed to indicate that Master Zhang Qian's team has most probably come to a bad end. 87 00:07:07,392 --> 00:07:10,543 The closer we got to the territories of the enemies the more dangerous it gets. 88 00:07:10,543 --> 00:07:13,329 We are often ambushed and our men are injured frequently. 89 00:07:13,329 --> 00:07:15,885 The weather is freezing at times and scorching hot at times. 90 00:07:15,885 --> 00:07:18,693 We can stand it no longer. 91 00:07:18,693 --> 00:07:22,039 We only hope that you can return to Chang An to report the completion of this task. 92 00:07:38,029 --> 00:07:40,580 Did Zhang Qian leave this woven satin behind? 93 00:07:40,580 --> 00:07:43,594 Who would know if we stop investigating? 94 00:07:43,594 --> 00:07:47,015 For the past few years, we've discovered traces of their track here and there. 95 00:07:47,015 --> 00:07:49,365 If I just report the completion of our task like this 96 00:07:49,365 --> 00:07:51,620 all our past efforts will have gone down the drain! 97 00:07:53,289 --> 00:07:55,195 I have no family and none to worry about. 98 00:07:55,195 --> 00:08:00,055 Zhang Xin, if you would like to go home as well I will approve your written request. 99 00:08:00,055 --> 00:08:02,099 I am willing to keep on following you! 100 00:08:02,099 --> 00:08:03,957 You don't have to answer me so quickly. 101 00:08:03,957 --> 00:08:07,130 Pass down my orders immediately. Those who wish to stay, stay. 102 00:08:07,130 --> 00:08:09,565 If you wish to leave, you may do so anytime. 103 00:08:09,565 --> 00:08:10,565 Yes! 104 00:08:10,565 --> 00:08:14,253 Also, how much food have we got left? 105 00:08:14,253 --> 00:08:16,257 - Not much. - All right. 106 00:08:16,257 --> 00:08:18,416 We'll head back to the fortress at the frontier first. 107 00:08:18,416 --> 00:08:20,382 We'll have a rest and restock our supplies. 108 00:08:20,382 --> 00:08:22,801 Those who are leaving may pack food supplies with them. 109 00:08:22,801 --> 00:08:26,072 I can also take those who are willing to stay to leave on another journey. 110 00:08:26,072 --> 00:08:27,072 Yes! 111 00:08:49,960 --> 00:08:52,065 This poached quince is sour, with a tinge of sweetness. 112 00:08:52,065 --> 00:08:53,623 It's also crunchy and delicious. 113 00:08:53,623 --> 00:08:55,056 It's very tasty! 114 00:08:57,152 --> 00:08:59,191 Your Majesty, try this golden cake. 115 00:09:05,094 --> 00:09:07,931 Why does it taste a bit different from the one you made last time? 116 00:09:07,931 --> 00:09:11,523 I've made some changes to my recipe. I've added some newly fermented osmanthus. 117 00:09:13,253 --> 00:09:14,714 Is it not tasty? 118 00:09:19,780 --> 00:09:22,165 It's the right sweetness and it leaves a fragrant aftertaste. 119 00:09:22,165 --> 00:09:23,944 It tastes even better than the previous one! 120 00:09:25,214 --> 00:09:26,700 Your Majesty pulled my leg! 121 00:09:26,700 --> 00:09:28,307 Don't be so nervous. 122 00:09:28,307 --> 00:09:33,483 Regardless of the taste, just the sight of these will boost Mother's appetite. 123 00:09:35,067 --> 00:09:36,537 I really hope so. 124 00:09:36,537 --> 00:09:41,776 I really hope that Empress Dowager can appease her anger and calm down. 125 00:09:43,229 --> 00:09:46,251 Don't worry. These are all to her liking. 126 00:09:48,990 --> 00:09:52,209 Actually, you've served Mother for so many years now. 127 00:09:52,209 --> 00:09:55,786 How could you not know what her preferences are? 128 00:09:55,786 --> 00:09:57,397 You worry too much. 129 00:09:58,997 --> 00:10:02,003 I am, indeed, a bit terrified. 130 00:10:02,003 --> 00:10:03,003 Don't be. 131 00:10:03,003 --> 00:10:05,368 My Zi Fu is so virtuous. 132 00:10:05,368 --> 00:10:10,618 You can surely placate my mother so that I have nothing to worry about. 133 00:10:10,618 --> 00:10:13,003 Nothing to worry about? 134 00:10:14,497 --> 00:10:17,190 Your Majesty, have you come up with a solution? 135 00:10:19,699 --> 00:10:20,905 In regards to Guan Fu's case 136 00:10:20,905 --> 00:10:24,204 I've ordered the officials to be present at Eastern Palace to discuss the matter. 137 00:10:24,204 --> 00:10:26,104 I've summoned Dou Ying into the palace 138 00:10:26,104 --> 00:10:28,347 to have a debate with Tian Fen in the imperial court. 139 00:10:28,347 --> 00:10:30,397 The officials can be the judges. 140 00:10:30,397 --> 00:10:37,725 Dou Ying will definitely list Tian Fen's crimes in order to protect Guan Fu. 141 00:10:38,716 --> 00:10:40,695 Guan Fu could then be free of the slander charges 142 00:10:40,695 --> 00:10:44,488 while the Chancellor is exposed for the crimes he committed. 143 00:10:45,490 --> 00:10:48,057 I'll remove the Chancellor from this position once and for all. 144 00:10:58,791 --> 00:11:01,665 Summon Marquess of Weiqi, Dou Ying! 145 00:11:17,738 --> 00:11:21,786 Marquess of Weiqi, Dou Ying, greets Your Majesty. 146 00:11:25,838 --> 00:11:27,249 You may rise. 147 00:11:29,718 --> 00:11:31,485 Guan Fu offended the Chancellor with insults. 148 00:11:31,485 --> 00:11:33,089 This action of his has shocked us all. 149 00:11:33,089 --> 00:11:38,959 Today, both the Marquess and Chancellor are allowed to make their statements. 150 00:11:38,959 --> 00:11:41,319 We'll then have the officials make a judgment of the case. 151 00:11:41,319 --> 00:11:44,013 I will handle this case with justice. 152 00:11:44,013 --> 00:11:46,597 We obey the orders of Your Majesty. 153 00:11:46,597 --> 00:11:48,796 Marquess of Weiqi, go ahead. 154 00:11:48,796 --> 00:11:53,262 Your Majesty, Guan Fu is a warrior of Great Han. 155 00:11:53,262 --> 00:11:55,209 A while ago, at the Chancellor's wedding feast 156 00:11:55,209 --> 00:11:57,325 he lost his composure after getting drunk. 157 00:11:57,325 --> 00:12:03,624 But Chancellor Tian claimed that Guan Fu stirred up trouble and had him imprisoned. 158 00:12:03,624 --> 00:12:05,691 How is that just some nonsense he said while drunk? 159 00:12:05,691 --> 00:12:08,581 Guan Fu deliberately used his intoxication as an excuse to slander me! 160 00:12:08,581 --> 00:12:10,958 If everyone gets to insult officials just because they are drunk 161 00:12:10,958 --> 00:12:12,929 why do we still need laws and discipline in imperial court? 162 00:12:12,929 --> 00:12:14,873 His crime is severe enough to have him killed! 163 00:12:14,873 --> 00:12:18,708 I'm afraid the Chancellor isn't convicting him of slander. 164 00:12:18,708 --> 00:12:21,661 But rather taking revenge on him to settle old scores. 165 00:12:21,661 --> 00:12:26,189 His words also exposed you for accepting bribes, selling titles 166 00:12:26,189 --> 00:12:30,497 stocking up on grains, coining official money and killing those who opposed you! 167 00:12:30,497 --> 00:12:34,306 Don't say such nonsense here! You are equally guilty of slandering me! 168 00:12:34,306 --> 00:12:38,320 Your Majesty, every word that I just said is true. 169 00:12:38,320 --> 00:12:41,378 If it were but slander, I'm willing to be punished for it. 170 00:12:41,378 --> 00:12:43,465 Marquess of Weiqi, do you have any evidence? 171 00:12:43,465 --> 00:12:44,465 Yes! 172 00:12:47,576 --> 00:12:52,517 This is a record of the evidence which will prove the Chancellor guilty. 173 00:12:52,517 --> 00:12:55,189 I wonder where Marquess of Weiqi got the so-called evidence? 174 00:12:55,189 --> 00:12:58,618 Guan Fu and his aides have collected this evidence. 175 00:12:58,618 --> 00:13:01,806 Guan Fu? Your Majesty does not need to see it then. 176 00:13:04,435 --> 00:13:07,527 Why would you say so, Chancellor? 177 00:13:07,527 --> 00:13:09,381 Your Majesty, Guan Fu cannot be trusted! 178 00:13:09,381 --> 00:13:10,994 He is friends with villains! 179 00:13:10,994 --> 00:13:12,998 He turned a blind eye to his followers' misconduct 180 00:13:12,998 --> 00:13:15,817 in bullying the civilians and terrorizing those who are in Yin River! 181 00:13:15,817 --> 00:13:17,172 Everyone in Yin River is singing 182 00:13:17,172 --> 00:13:20,650 'Yin River clear, the Guans safe. Yin River muddy, the Guans killed.' 183 00:13:20,650 --> 00:13:23,115 The great warrior of Great Han that Marquess of Weiqi spoke of 184 00:13:23,115 --> 00:13:24,908 is actually a villain who harmed the people! 185 00:13:24,908 --> 00:13:27,708 How could the evidence that such a man presented be taken into account? 186 00:13:27,708 --> 00:13:30,280 Chancellor, do you have any evidence to support your allegations? 187 00:13:30,280 --> 00:13:32,964 Yes, I do! Bring it in! 188 00:13:32,964 --> 00:13:34,248 Yes! 189 00:13:37,757 --> 00:13:39,085 This is irrefutable evidence! 190 00:13:39,085 --> 00:13:41,224 It is not just a scroll of his crimes but a whole box full of it! 191 00:13:41,224 --> 00:13:42,545 These all came from Yin River! 192 00:13:42,545 --> 00:13:44,541 The people wrote these to file suits against him! 193 00:13:44,541 --> 00:13:45,891 Your Majesty, please verify them! 194 00:13:49,104 --> 00:13:51,007 Censor Han, in your opinion 195 00:13:51,007 --> 00:13:55,833 can a villain like Guan Fu provide any evidence that is worth believing? 196 00:13:55,833 --> 00:13:58,152 Your Majesty, if his crimes are all proven true 197 00:13:58,152 --> 00:14:00,603 then the evidence that he presented is unlikely to be trusted. 198 00:14:00,603 --> 00:14:03,113 He even pointed out that Princess Pingyang has failed to 199 00:14:03,113 --> 00:14:07,367 monitor her own husband, and even adopted an illegitimate child! 200 00:14:07,367 --> 00:14:10,046 Superior Grand Master! You originally came from Pingyang Manor 201 00:14:10,046 --> 00:14:13,175 do you think that Guan Fu can be spared so easily for insulting the Princess? 202 00:14:13,175 --> 00:14:14,848 What do the rest of you think about this? 203 00:14:14,848 --> 00:14:18,065 If a branch is thicker than the trunk, it will either break or split. 204 00:14:18,065 --> 00:14:20,421 Guan Fu offended members of the imperial clan. 205 00:14:20,421 --> 00:14:22,950 I ask that Your Majesty sentence him to death to uphold justice! 206 00:14:22,950 --> 00:14:24,541 And as Marquess of Weiqi just promised 207 00:14:24,541 --> 00:14:26,176 he should be imprisoned for slandering the Chancellor! 208 00:14:26,176 --> 00:14:27,888 This should serve as a warning to others! 209 00:14:30,660 --> 00:14:33,016 Should Your Majesty think that there isn't enough evidence 210 00:14:33,016 --> 00:14:35,181 I still have a carriage full of solid evidence coming 211 00:14:35,181 --> 00:14:36,724 towards the Capital from Yin River! 212 00:14:36,724 --> 00:14:39,384 Your Majesty, please make a verdict! 213 00:14:41,124 --> 00:14:42,859 Today's discussion comes to an end. 214 00:14:43,372 --> 00:14:45,527 Dou Ying is to be imprisoned until further conviction. 215 00:14:57,493 --> 00:15:01,089 Why would my own son take sides with outsiders? 216 00:15:01,089 --> 00:15:03,676 He said that he would deal with the matter with justice. 217 00:15:03,676 --> 00:15:06,017 The Chancellor presented a whole carriage full of evidence 218 00:15:06,017 --> 00:15:08,925 but he still wouldn't sentence Guan Fu to death right away. 219 00:15:08,925 --> 00:15:12,388 That Dou Ying framed the Chancellor with feigned evidence. 220 00:15:12,388 --> 00:15:15,463 Yet he was only imprisoned to await conviction? 221 00:15:16,836 --> 00:15:19,009 Mother, don't be angry. 222 00:15:19,009 --> 00:15:21,172 His Majesty has always been very wise in his judgments. 223 00:15:21,172 --> 00:15:22,573 His mind and eyes are very bright. 224 00:15:22,573 --> 00:15:25,258 There might be some other reason for his actions today. 225 00:15:26,815 --> 00:15:28,828 His Majesty always put filial piety first. 226 00:15:28,828 --> 00:15:32,834 What could have made him disobey his mother's wishes? 227 00:15:32,834 --> 00:15:36,271 Unless... He had to take someone else's feelings into consideration? 228 00:15:36,271 --> 00:15:38,243 Who are you referring to? 229 00:15:38,243 --> 00:15:41,758 I really wouldn't dare to make such speculations. 230 00:15:41,758 --> 00:15:44,555 Go ahead. I want you to tell me about it. 231 00:15:45,496 --> 00:15:49,338 Guan Fu and Dou Ying are Madame Wei's benefactors. 232 00:15:49,338 --> 00:15:55,383 Could Madame Wei have convinced His Majesty in private to spare them? 233 00:15:55,383 --> 00:15:57,114 It's her again! 234 00:15:57,114 --> 00:15:58,475 Please appease your anger, Mother. 235 00:15:58,475 --> 00:16:03,276 His Majesty couldn't possibly disregard the dignity of his mother and uncle 236 00:16:03,276 --> 00:16:07,633 for the sake of a concubine's feelings? 237 00:16:07,633 --> 00:16:11,004 Jiao Er, you're always with His Majesty. 238 00:16:11,004 --> 00:16:13,373 Why didn't you try to bring His Majesty around? 239 00:16:13,373 --> 00:16:15,183 How would His Majesty possibly listen to me? 240 00:16:15,183 --> 00:16:17,257 I don't wish to compete with anyone either. 241 00:16:17,257 --> 00:16:19,729 I knew that he would be biased. 242 00:16:21,323 --> 00:16:23,602 But Jiao Er, you are his empress. 243 00:16:23,602 --> 00:16:24,996 Forget it. 244 00:16:24,996 --> 00:16:28,802 In regards to the harem, His Majesty only listens to Madame Wei. 245 00:16:28,802 --> 00:16:30,873 Jiao Er doesn't even dare to say much. 246 00:16:30,873 --> 00:16:34,465 But how could he be so easily manipulated by a concubine 247 00:16:34,465 --> 00:16:38,465 in terms of handling national affairs? 248 00:16:38,465 --> 00:16:40,614 How is this acceptable? 249 00:16:40,614 --> 00:16:42,762 Madame Wei seeks audience! 250 00:16:51,151 --> 00:16:52,355 Speaking of the devil. 251 00:16:57,926 --> 00:17:01,429 Greetings to Empress Dowager, Empress, and Grand Princess Dou. 252 00:17:01,429 --> 00:17:04,546 I've heard that Empress Dowager hasn't had much appetite recently. 253 00:17:04,546 --> 00:17:08,556 I've specially prepared a few snacks for Empress Dowager. 254 00:17:17,350 --> 00:17:19,976 How is your brother, Wei Qing? 255 00:17:19,976 --> 00:17:22,203 Thank you for your concern, Empress Dowager. 256 00:17:22,203 --> 00:17:24,159 All is well with Wei Qing. 257 00:17:24,159 --> 00:17:29,525 Since all is well with your brother, you must have a great appetite. 258 00:17:29,525 --> 00:17:32,981 You can sleep and eat well. But I'm not feeling that well. 259 00:17:32,981 --> 00:17:35,354 My brother is the Chancellor but he has been insulted. 260 00:17:35,354 --> 00:17:37,725 How can you possibly expect me to be able to eat anything? 261 00:17:37,725 --> 00:17:41,884 Take all these foods back to your brother! 262 00:17:46,126 --> 00:17:47,806 Please appease your anger, Empress Dowager. 263 00:17:47,806 --> 00:17:49,981 I'm just worried about your health. 264 00:17:49,981 --> 00:17:53,375 Whether I can be healthy or not 265 00:17:53,375 --> 00:17:57,048 seems to depend on what Madame Wei has to say. 266 00:17:57,048 --> 00:17:58,771 Pardon me for being ignorant. 267 00:17:58,771 --> 00:18:01,257 I don't know what I've done wrong. 268 00:18:01,257 --> 00:18:03,423 I'm willing to listen to Empress Dowager's teachings. 269 00:18:03,423 --> 00:18:06,799 Chancellor had a heap of irrefutable evidence. 270 00:18:06,799 --> 00:18:10,013 Yet even that was not as powerful as a few words from you. 271 00:18:10,013 --> 00:18:12,233 You can twist the right from wrong 272 00:18:12,233 --> 00:18:15,704 and influence the Emperor into believing the wrong to be be right! 273 00:18:15,704 --> 00:18:17,694 I wouldn't dare to do so! 274 00:18:18,575 --> 00:18:19,837 I'm sure that you understand! 275 00:18:19,837 --> 00:18:22,374 Moreover, His Majesty is wise. 276 00:18:22,374 --> 00:18:24,119 How could he possibly be manipulated by me? 277 00:18:24,119 --> 00:18:28,336 I've already figured out you can manipulate the minds of others. 278 00:18:28,336 --> 00:18:31,068 Princess Weizhang is smart and adorable. 279 00:18:31,068 --> 00:18:36,517 I bestowed her some snacks, but she only dared to eat them with your approval. 280 00:18:36,517 --> 00:18:38,021 Empress Dowager! 281 00:18:38,021 --> 00:18:39,275 That is because Princess Weizhang's health... 282 00:18:39,275 --> 00:18:42,133 I've already seen through you, and know that you say one thing and mean another. 283 00:18:42,133 --> 00:18:44,247 You say that you won't interfere in political matters 284 00:18:44,247 --> 00:18:47,293 but in private you formed your own clique 285 00:18:47,293 --> 00:18:51,775 to gang up with Dou Ying and Guan Fu to frame imperial relatives! 286 00:18:51,775 --> 00:18:53,286 - Empress... - Mother. 287 00:18:53,286 --> 00:18:56,990 Perhaps Madame Wei really doesn't know about this matter. 288 00:18:56,990 --> 00:18:59,385 It could be solely His Majesty's judgment. 289 00:19:00,701 --> 00:19:03,486 Madame Wei doesn't need to say anything. 290 00:19:03,486 --> 00:19:06,163 His Majesty would still take her feelings into consideration. 291 00:19:07,527 --> 00:19:09,984 So it is all right that the Chancellor was humiliated? 292 00:19:09,984 --> 00:19:15,829 As the Empress Dowager, I couldn't even protect my own brother. 293 00:19:15,829 --> 00:19:16,920 Should I pass away some day 294 00:19:16,920 --> 00:19:19,911 wouldn't he be trampled upon and partitioned at the will of others? 295 00:19:21,274 --> 00:19:23,799 Mother, why have you said such harsh words? 296 00:19:23,799 --> 00:19:26,946 Mother is the role model of all women. You'll live long. 297 00:19:26,946 --> 00:19:31,044 Madame Wei specially prepared lovely snacks for Empress Dowager. 298 00:19:31,044 --> 00:19:35,286 It shows that she does feel guilty and is here to ask for forgiveness. 299 00:19:35,286 --> 00:19:38,043 His Majesty is most concerned about the harmony in the harem 300 00:19:38,043 --> 00:19:40,138 that you often talk about. 301 00:19:40,138 --> 00:19:45,408 Mother, you should at least have a bit of what she presented to you. 302 00:19:45,408 --> 00:19:47,911 So that she can fulfill her filial duty to you. 303 00:19:47,911 --> 00:19:50,746 That will also make His Majesty happy. 304 00:19:50,746 --> 00:19:53,362 Do not have a grudge between mother and son. 305 00:19:53,362 --> 00:19:55,114 Ridiculous! 306 00:19:55,114 --> 00:20:00,966 I have to eat her food in order to maintain my relationship with the Emperor? 307 00:20:00,966 --> 00:20:03,497 To prove that there are no grudges between the Emperor and me? 308 00:20:03,497 --> 00:20:08,223 Who does she think she is? I have to eat her food? I won't! 309 00:20:08,223 --> 00:20:11,014 I must eliminate her clique! 310 00:20:11,014 --> 00:20:14,739 If the Emperor won't sentence Guan Fu to death 311 00:20:14,739 --> 00:20:17,668 I will not eat anything at all! 312 00:20:17,668 --> 00:20:21,082 We'll see if the Emperor listens to you, the concubine 313 00:20:21,082 --> 00:20:24,752 or his mother? 314 00:20:26,789 --> 00:20:28,126 Empress Dowager! 315 00:20:37,678 --> 00:20:40,620 I ask Your Majesty for forgiveness. 316 00:20:40,620 --> 00:20:41,890 What is this for? 317 00:20:41,890 --> 00:20:43,505 Get up now. 318 00:20:46,371 --> 00:20:49,777 I've let Your Majesty down. I didn't appease Empress Dowager. 319 00:20:49,777 --> 00:20:51,629 Instead, I've made you more troubled. 320 00:20:51,629 --> 00:20:53,529 You're now in a difficult position. 321 00:20:53,529 --> 00:20:55,283 It's not a difficult situation anymore. 322 00:20:55,283 --> 00:21:00,654 I've already decreed that Guan Fu is to be sentenced to death. 323 00:21:00,654 --> 00:21:02,076 What? 324 00:21:02,076 --> 00:21:03,874 What is there to be surprised about? 325 00:21:03,874 --> 00:21:06,011 What other choice do I have? 326 00:21:07,607 --> 00:21:10,347 But Your Majesty, once the decree is made, you can't take it back. 327 00:21:10,347 --> 00:21:11,525 Your Majesty, could you... 328 00:21:11,525 --> 00:21:14,489 There is a heap of irrefutable evidence. I have to have him killed. 329 00:21:14,489 --> 00:21:16,354 But... 330 00:21:16,354 --> 00:21:20,095 Could the evidence be made up? Or perhaps he was framed? 331 00:21:20,095 --> 00:21:22,095 - Perhaps we could... - That's enough. 332 00:21:24,054 --> 00:21:26,514 Since you know how difficult this has been for me 333 00:21:26,514 --> 00:21:28,336 why are you still saying that? 334 00:21:29,149 --> 00:21:33,149 Have you forgotten how much I wanted to make use of the debate 335 00:21:33,149 --> 00:21:36,621 to rescue Guan Fu and then depose the Chancellor? 336 00:21:38,630 --> 00:21:40,602 I have said too much. 337 00:21:42,621 --> 00:21:45,135 I'm just worried that Your Majesty would be killing a man 338 00:21:45,135 --> 00:21:49,856 who once assisted you greatly, and you will regret it in the future. 339 00:21:49,856 --> 00:21:52,184 Guan Fu's family cruelly oppresses and exploits the people. 340 00:21:52,184 --> 00:21:55,917 There is evidence for every case. There's no denying it. 341 00:21:55,917 --> 00:21:58,200 Although they may not all be related to him 342 00:21:58,200 --> 00:22:01,084 he can not be spared from the indulgence of his family. 343 00:22:01,084 --> 00:22:04,181 If I don't punish him severely to discipline the imperial court 344 00:22:04,181 --> 00:22:06,785 I would be committing indulgence as well. 345 00:22:07,521 --> 00:22:09,449 I am ignorant and useless. 346 00:22:09,449 --> 00:22:11,502 I haven't been able to help you relieve you of your worries. 347 00:22:11,502 --> 00:22:13,829 If you'd like to share my burdens 348 00:22:15,103 --> 00:22:17,742 try to think of ways to make my mother eat again. 349 00:22:17,742 --> 00:22:19,767 I bore in mind the loyalty and courage of Guan Fu 350 00:22:19,767 --> 00:22:21,990 so I couldn't bear to convict him of his crimes. 351 00:22:21,990 --> 00:22:27,904 There are already those commenting that I've been too lenient towards villains 352 00:22:27,904 --> 00:22:29,470 and have now become an inane emperor. 353 00:22:29,470 --> 00:22:34,586 I don't want to be cursed for starving my own mother to death. 354 00:22:34,586 --> 00:22:37,704 I just want to... 355 00:22:37,704 --> 00:22:38,818 Forget it. 356 00:22:38,818 --> 00:22:41,292 - Bai Min. - Present. 357 00:22:42,508 --> 00:22:44,247 I'm going to get some fresh air. 358 00:22:45,326 --> 00:22:47,926 - The others do not need to follow me. - Yes. 359 00:23:12,729 --> 00:23:14,390 Empress seems to be in a poetic mood. 360 00:23:16,854 --> 00:23:18,575 Greetings to Your Majesty. 361 00:23:18,575 --> 00:23:20,962 I was too engrossed in my work, I didn't notice you come in. 362 00:23:20,962 --> 00:23:22,992 - Please forgive me. - That's all right. 363 00:23:22,992 --> 00:23:26,078 I heard the sound of the zither so I followed the sound here. 364 00:23:27,203 --> 00:23:30,029 It turns out that it is the Empress who is playing the zither here. 365 00:23:30,029 --> 00:23:34,597 Actually, I'm not playing the zither. I am composing a tune. 366 00:23:35,623 --> 00:23:37,123 Composing a tune? 367 00:23:39,633 --> 00:23:41,277 'Song of cheer'? 368 00:23:41,277 --> 00:23:43,511 Who are you composing this for? 369 00:23:43,511 --> 00:23:45,304 It's for Mother. 370 00:23:45,304 --> 00:23:49,343 Mother was feeling down. I've just been to visit her. 371 00:23:49,343 --> 00:23:51,606 She's finally promised me that she will have her meals. 372 00:23:51,606 --> 00:23:53,778 - Really? - I'm also very happy about it. 373 00:23:53,778 --> 00:23:56,990 That's why I wanted to compose a new tune and play it for Mother 374 00:23:56,990 --> 00:23:58,223 to lift her spirits up. 375 00:23:58,223 --> 00:24:00,518 I didn't know that you know music. 376 00:24:02,546 --> 00:24:07,290 I know that I am very impatient and always frustrate Your Majesty. 377 00:24:07,290 --> 00:24:10,286 I am determined to correct my ways. 378 00:24:12,327 --> 00:24:15,548 I'm learning to play the zither to nurture my mood and cultivate my mind. 379 00:24:15,548 --> 00:24:18,769 Music can indeed change a person. 380 00:24:23,844 --> 00:24:25,961 I used to be very competitive in every little thing. 381 00:24:25,961 --> 00:24:28,627 I was always jealous and seeking attention. 382 00:24:28,627 --> 00:24:33,940 In the end, I annoyed Your Majesty, and got myself in a predicament. 383 00:24:36,322 --> 00:24:39,144 Actually, I'm already the head of the harem. 384 00:24:39,144 --> 00:24:41,521 I should be the role model of exemplary virtue and conduct. 385 00:24:41,521 --> 00:24:44,200 What is there to fight for or be bothered about? 386 00:24:44,200 --> 00:24:47,519 With the company of music, I've gradually begun to realize 387 00:24:47,519 --> 00:24:51,939 with just a few notes, they can form different tunes 388 00:24:51,939 --> 00:24:54,939 in different harmonious combinations. 389 00:24:54,939 --> 00:24:56,931 Too much modification and cluttering of the notes 390 00:24:56,931 --> 00:24:59,187 will in turn make the tunes complicated and disturbing. 391 00:25:02,140 --> 00:25:05,585 The right thing to do is to let go. 392 00:25:05,585 --> 00:25:08,662 Different approaches contribute to the same end. 393 00:25:08,662 --> 00:25:12,391 I didn't expect you to come to such an understanding. 394 00:25:12,391 --> 00:25:16,875 This transformation has really impressed me. 395 00:25:17,675 --> 00:25:19,046 You've flattered me, Your Majesty. 396 00:25:19,046 --> 00:25:26,018 I actually just want to be a good wife, manage the harem, and take care of Mother. 397 00:25:26,018 --> 00:25:31,379 I hope to share some of your burdens, and that is enough for me. 398 00:25:31,379 --> 00:25:34,271 You managed to dissuade Mother from going on a hunger strike. 399 00:25:34,271 --> 00:25:37,459 You have already been a great help. I should cite you for a merit. 400 00:25:37,459 --> 00:25:40,286 Your Majesty, this is my duty. 401 00:25:44,105 --> 00:25:45,402 What incense is that? 402 00:25:45,402 --> 00:25:47,570 Why does it smell so familiar? 403 00:25:48,746 --> 00:25:51,553 Your Majesty still remembers this aroma? 404 00:25:51,553 --> 00:25:54,606 Before you were appointed Crown Prince 405 00:25:54,606 --> 00:25:59,722 you once came to tell me that you liked the fragrance in Grandmother's chamber. 406 00:25:59,722 --> 00:26:02,843 So I went and stole it for you. 407 00:26:04,355 --> 00:26:08,392 We even hid in a corner in the palace to smell it in secret. 408 00:26:08,392 --> 00:26:10,706 We were later found out by Grandmother 409 00:26:10,706 --> 00:26:12,765 and she made you copy verses from Classic of Rites. 410 00:26:20,442 --> 00:26:23,007 Years went by quickly and Your Majesty took the throne. 411 00:26:23,007 --> 00:26:24,867 I became the Empress. 412 00:26:24,867 --> 00:26:29,197 You've also kept your promise to have me live in a golden palace. 413 00:26:34,183 --> 00:26:36,827 But there isn't any fragrance of the incense in my room anymore. 414 00:26:36,827 --> 00:26:38,571 The golden palace... 415 00:26:45,150 --> 00:26:48,117 After my resentment, I could only reflect on myself. 416 00:26:48,117 --> 00:26:50,614 I realize that I have made many mistakes. 417 00:26:52,701 --> 00:26:57,670 Your Majesty, I've put you in a tight spot in the past. 418 00:26:58,331 --> 00:27:00,588 Why wouldn't there be any fragrance in the golden palace? 419 00:27:02,286 --> 00:27:05,421 This aroma now surpasses that of the past. 420 00:27:08,059 --> 00:27:12,160 It isn't as strong now, but it is more mellow. 421 00:27:15,141 --> 00:27:20,055 If Your Majesty likes it, I will burn this incense for Your Majesty every day. 422 00:27:20,055 --> 00:27:21,838 Play a tune for me. 423 00:27:21,838 --> 00:27:24,046 Here, play for me. 424 00:27:24,046 --> 00:27:28,207 Your Majesty, I haven't finished composing this tune. 425 00:27:28,207 --> 00:27:29,742 I'm afraid that I'll perform poorly. 426 00:27:29,742 --> 00:27:34,086 But I do have a few in Jiaofang Palace that I have already composed. 427 00:27:34,086 --> 00:27:37,712 If you're in the mood, why don't you help me review them? 428 00:27:37,712 --> 00:27:39,190 Sure. 429 00:27:40,279 --> 00:27:41,279 Bai Min! 430 00:27:42,790 --> 00:27:44,562 - Let's leave for Jiaofang Palace. - Yes. 431 00:27:50,630 --> 00:27:53,554 First we agitate Empress Dowager into a hunger strike 432 00:27:53,554 --> 00:27:56,300 and then we lure His Majesty over by composing a few tunes. 433 00:27:56,300 --> 00:27:59,881 Then we aroused His Majesty's sympathy by bring up the past with the incense. 434 00:27:59,881 --> 00:28:01,746 These are all incredibly smart plans. 435 00:28:01,746 --> 00:28:04,896 His Majesty is once again visiting Jiaofang Palace 436 00:28:04,896 --> 00:28:06,896 and my daughter is now in favor again. 437 00:28:08,735 --> 00:28:12,999 If Grand Princess Dou hadn't been so detailed in your descriptions 438 00:28:12,999 --> 00:28:16,844 I wouldn't be able to get hold of the situation so well 439 00:28:16,844 --> 00:28:18,834 and resolve it on the spot. 440 00:28:18,834 --> 00:28:23,103 Mister is indeed a great and resourceful prophet. 441 00:28:23,103 --> 00:28:25,468 You could be said to be a talent that is out of this world. 442 00:28:25,468 --> 00:28:28,395 Why haven't I met you sooner? 443 00:28:30,227 --> 00:28:32,219 My talents have always gone unrecognized. 444 00:28:33,327 --> 00:28:37,204 Now that I've finally found someone who appreciates my talent, this is my blessing. 445 00:28:37,204 --> 00:28:38,204 This is destiny. 446 00:28:38,204 --> 00:28:43,921 I, Yuan Shu, am willing to serve Grand Princess Dou and Empress. 447 00:28:43,921 --> 00:28:45,865 I pledge to you my loyalty. 448 00:28:45,865 --> 00:28:46,865 Good. 449 00:28:46,865 --> 00:28:51,918 Chancellor Tian Fen has no taste at all. He can't appreciate true talent. 450 00:28:51,918 --> 00:28:56,688 He chose to steal your idea but wouldn't use you. 451 00:28:56,688 --> 00:29:00,566 His bad judgment has now benefited me. 452 00:29:00,566 --> 00:29:05,616 From now on, you must think of more plans and schemes to help Jiao Er. 453 00:29:05,616 --> 00:29:09,780 We will not mistreat you, and will reward you well. 454 00:29:09,780 --> 00:29:11,815 Thank you, Grand Princess Dou. 455 00:29:11,815 --> 00:29:15,124 I've only provided the first scheme. 456 00:29:15,124 --> 00:29:17,215 There are still thousands left. 457 00:29:17,215 --> 00:29:20,046 I am sure to rid the Empress of all of her obstacles. 458 00:29:20,046 --> 00:29:24,094 I can guarantee that Her Highness can lead the harem forever 459 00:29:24,094 --> 00:29:27,094 and stay as the motherly model of the nation. 460 00:29:27,094 --> 00:29:29,806 Good! That is very good. 461 00:29:29,806 --> 00:29:33,699 But if we are to guarantee that my Jiao Er will stay in favor 462 00:29:33,699 --> 00:29:35,787 I have to deal with... 463 00:29:35,787 --> 00:29:37,922 That is the Wei family. 464 00:29:37,922 --> 00:29:40,171 Please rest assured, Grand Princess Dou. 465 00:29:40,171 --> 00:29:44,844 With one command of yours, they will cease to exist. 466 00:29:46,215 --> 00:29:49,153 I'll wind them around my little finger. 467 00:29:57,030 --> 00:29:59,823 Zi Fu, are these enough for making prayer boats? 468 00:30:02,565 --> 00:30:03,763 These are enough. 469 00:30:05,613 --> 00:30:10,286 Zi Fu, don't be too worried about Master Guan and Marquess of Weiqi. 470 00:30:11,989 --> 00:30:14,742 They are righteously outspoken and I'm indebted to them. 471 00:30:14,742 --> 00:30:16,497 How could I not be worried? 472 00:30:16,497 --> 00:30:22,267 But even His Majesty was forced into convicting them of crimes. 473 00:30:22,267 --> 00:30:26,424 Zi Fu, you're praying for them with these camellias. 474 00:30:26,424 --> 00:30:31,517 I believe they will be like camellias, which grow and last for a long time. 475 00:30:31,517 --> 00:30:34,986 They will still blossom in the cold and be rescued from desperation. 476 00:30:42,415 --> 00:30:44,254 Happiness and peace to Empress. 477 00:30:45,959 --> 00:30:48,987 You're so relaxed? You have the time to admire flowers? 478 00:30:48,987 --> 00:30:54,420 I'm not here to admire the flowers. I'm just here to pick some flowers for prayers. 479 00:30:54,420 --> 00:30:55,948 Prayers? 480 00:30:57,363 --> 00:30:59,806 Yes, you should be praying for blessings 481 00:30:59,806 --> 00:31:03,564 so that Empress Dowager can stop being mad at you 482 00:31:03,564 --> 00:31:06,092 and that His Majesty won't give you a cold shoulder. 483 00:31:06,092 --> 00:31:10,142 Also, you should pray for your friends to be safe and sound 484 00:31:10,142 --> 00:31:11,423 and escape the death sentence. 485 00:31:11,423 --> 00:31:16,595 It turns out that Madame Wei has been so unlucky in every little thing. 486 00:31:16,595 --> 00:31:19,016 I have been too busy. 487 00:31:19,016 --> 00:31:21,970 I was going to pray for you 488 00:31:21,970 --> 00:31:26,838 but His Majesty has been coming to Jiaofang Palace every day. 489 00:31:26,838 --> 00:31:29,255 I'm really tied up. 490 00:31:29,255 --> 00:31:33,422 His Majesty likes to have wine and snacks 491 00:31:33,422 --> 00:31:35,553 while he listens to me play the zither and sing. 492 00:31:37,199 --> 00:31:40,914 Unless I pick the flowers and make snacks on my own 493 00:31:40,914 --> 00:31:42,700 His Majesty wouldn't eat any. 494 00:31:42,700 --> 00:31:44,950 I've made you worried. 495 00:31:44,950 --> 00:31:46,827 I'm not praying for myself. 496 00:31:46,827 --> 00:31:50,679 I just hope that Empress Dowager can be healthy 497 00:31:50,679 --> 00:31:52,267 and that all is well with His Majesty. 498 00:31:52,267 --> 00:31:55,219 I also hope that my friends will be safe. 499 00:31:55,219 --> 00:32:00,681 I didn't know that you had so many wishes. Aren't you being a bit greedy? 500 00:32:02,342 --> 00:32:06,452 I'm afraid that if you hope for Empress Dowager to be well 501 00:32:06,452 --> 00:32:11,154 your friend is unlikely to be safe. 502 00:32:13,550 --> 00:32:14,938 Let's go. 503 00:32:24,947 --> 00:32:28,088 Although she is the Empress, she shouldn't mock others like that. 504 00:32:30,734 --> 00:32:32,315 There's no need to be angry. 505 00:32:32,315 --> 00:32:36,617 As long as we don't care how others may scold us, our minds will always be at ease. 506 00:32:38,245 --> 00:32:40,783 Besides, I don't ask for anything else. 507 00:32:40,783 --> 00:32:44,783 I just hope that those around me can be safe and happy. 508 00:33:04,275 --> 00:33:05,757 Marquess? 509 00:33:07,768 --> 00:33:09,315 Marquess. 510 00:33:09,315 --> 00:33:12,263 - Master Wei. - Marquess. Are you all right? 511 00:33:12,263 --> 00:33:15,436 My sister and I are both very worried about you. 512 00:33:15,436 --> 00:33:20,240 She couldn't come in person to visit you. I hope that Marquess won't mind. 513 00:33:20,240 --> 00:33:23,755 Madame Wei is truly thoughtful. 514 00:33:25,052 --> 00:33:27,921 Please let her know that I am fine. 515 00:33:27,921 --> 00:33:30,731 Marquess, you had spoken out of loyalty to your friend. 516 00:33:30,731 --> 00:33:32,420 You hoped to get Master Guan off the hook. 517 00:33:32,420 --> 00:33:36,068 Unexpectedly, you got yourself imprisoned instead. 518 00:33:38,550 --> 00:33:41,603 Actually, I am the one who got him into trouble. 519 00:33:43,040 --> 00:33:46,439 If I hadn't insisted that he attended Tian Fen's wedding feast 520 00:33:46,439 --> 00:33:49,485 and if I hadn't been ignored by Tian Fen at the feast 521 00:33:49,485 --> 00:33:52,884 Guan Fu wouldn't have criticized Tian Fen in drunken stupor 522 00:33:52,884 --> 00:33:54,923 and got himself into a fatal end. 523 00:33:54,923 --> 00:33:59,574 Marquess, is there anything that I can do for you? 524 00:34:00,693 --> 00:34:04,343 Now that it has come to this stage, only His Majesty can deal with it. 525 00:34:05,715 --> 00:34:08,129 Fortunately, the late emperor left an imperial decree behind 526 00:34:08,129 --> 00:34:11,161 to allow me to seek audience with His Majesty in times of crisis. 527 00:34:11,161 --> 00:34:14,145 I've already ordered my nephew to bring the decree to the palace. 528 00:34:14,145 --> 00:34:16,357 I believe that I can meet His Majesty very soon. 529 00:34:16,357 --> 00:34:19,872 I will defend Guan Fu once again! 530 00:34:21,055 --> 00:34:24,111 You wish to see His Majesty? You must be dreaming. 531 00:34:26,002 --> 00:34:27,806 Why would you say so, Chancellor? 532 00:34:27,806 --> 00:34:31,187 Dou Ying forged the late emperor's posthumous decree to lie to His Majesty. 533 00:34:31,187 --> 00:34:33,589 You will still die in the end. 534 00:34:33,589 --> 00:34:36,652 Tian Fen, don't make such slanderous charges. 535 00:34:36,652 --> 00:34:40,305 Forged posthumous decree? You're really something. 536 00:34:40,305 --> 00:34:43,609 There are copies of all written decrees in the Imperial Board of Secretaries. 537 00:34:43,609 --> 00:34:45,609 It is in the Imperial Board of Secretaries 538 00:34:45,609 --> 00:34:48,732 that we failed to find the copy of the decree that Dou Ying presented. 539 00:34:48,732 --> 00:34:50,884 Isn't that a forgery? 540 00:34:53,250 --> 00:34:54,250 That is impossible! 541 00:34:55,352 --> 00:34:57,720 I, Dou Ying, have always been an upright and indomitable man! 542 00:34:57,720 --> 00:34:59,301 I have never lied or deceived anyone! 543 00:34:59,301 --> 00:35:02,524 How could I have done such a treacherous crime! 544 00:35:02,524 --> 00:35:05,522 I wish to see His Majesty! I wish to see His Majesty! 545 00:35:05,522 --> 00:35:10,422 His Majesty has now patched things up with my sister. 546 00:35:10,422 --> 00:35:14,143 He wouldn't risk his relationship with his mother for your sake. 547 00:35:15,218 --> 00:35:19,593 Dou Ying, we once served as court officials together 548 00:35:19,593 --> 00:35:21,279 so I really wanted to let you off. 549 00:35:21,279 --> 00:35:23,864 But you've dug your own grave. 550 00:35:23,864 --> 00:35:26,129 You committed such a deadly sin. 551 00:35:26,129 --> 00:35:30,832 Since you're so close to Guan Fu, after he is executed tomorrow... 552 00:35:30,832 --> 00:35:31,832 What? 553 00:35:31,832 --> 00:35:33,704 What did you say? 554 00:35:35,810 --> 00:35:37,681 I've forgotten to tell you. 555 00:35:37,681 --> 00:35:43,013 After Guan Fu has his last meal today, he will be beheaded tomorrow at noon. 556 00:35:43,013 --> 00:35:44,553 Don't be anxious. 557 00:35:44,553 --> 00:35:47,299 You will soon join him on his way to the netherworld. 558 00:35:47,299 --> 00:35:49,901 Then you can both drink until you get drunk again! 559 00:36:21,225 --> 00:36:22,225 Great! 560 00:36:23,674 --> 00:36:26,638 You're already so skilled in swordsmanship at such a young age. 561 00:36:26,638 --> 00:36:29,314 You have the same spirit as I did when I fought off the army of Wu! 562 00:36:30,808 --> 00:36:33,022 I'm really glad that I've chosen you to be my warrior! 563 00:36:34,596 --> 00:36:35,596 Guan Fu. 564 00:36:37,156 --> 00:36:38,889 Not only did you recruit me 565 00:36:38,889 --> 00:36:41,114 but also made friends with me despite your seniority. 566 00:36:42,803 --> 00:36:44,485 You treated me as a brother. 567 00:36:44,485 --> 00:36:49,411 Duan Hong has nothing to repay you for your kindness. 568 00:37:02,433 --> 00:37:03,969 This is who I was talking to you about. 569 00:37:03,969 --> 00:37:05,730 Although he isn't of age to join the army yet 570 00:37:05,730 --> 00:37:08,221 he is loyal and courageous. He is a promising young talent! 571 00:37:08,221 --> 00:37:10,957 This is Marquess of Weiqi, Chancellor Dou. 572 00:37:10,957 --> 00:37:14,114 He is the one who pacified the rebellion of the seven states. 573 00:37:15,254 --> 00:37:17,762 Duan Hong greets the Chancellor. 574 00:37:19,058 --> 00:37:22,739 Very few people get such praise from him. 575 00:37:22,739 --> 00:37:25,491 You must be outstanding. 576 00:37:25,491 --> 00:37:33,026 I'd like to know how capable you are. But you have to drink with me first. 577 00:37:34,047 --> 00:37:35,478 Thank you, Chancellor. 578 00:37:44,783 --> 00:37:46,622 Sir! Sir! 579 00:37:48,517 --> 00:37:50,000 Sir! 580 00:37:50,000 --> 00:37:53,969 Feng Yuan, haven't you already headed back to the Capital? 581 00:37:53,969 --> 00:37:55,520 Why have you returned? 582 00:37:55,520 --> 00:37:57,283 I got some news on my way home. 583 00:37:57,283 --> 00:37:59,482 Marquess of Weiqi Dou Ying was sentenced to beheading in public 584 00:37:59,482 --> 00:38:01,031 for forging the posthumous decree of the late emperor. 585 00:38:01,031 --> 00:38:02,473 I came back specially to inform you. 586 00:38:02,473 --> 00:38:03,868 What? That couldn't be? 587 00:38:03,868 --> 00:38:05,912 We learned that Master Guan was imprisoned when we got back here. 588 00:38:05,912 --> 00:38:09,145 Then we had news of his death. And now it is Marquess of Weiqi? 589 00:38:09,145 --> 00:38:12,804 I heard it from the commander of the guards from the capital. It couldn't be wrong. 590 00:38:22,622 --> 00:38:25,040 Duan Hong, what do you think of this sword? 591 00:38:26,767 --> 00:38:29,212 Chancellor's treasured sword is just like its owner. 592 00:38:29,212 --> 00:38:33,531 The blade is sharp. It gives off a brilliant aura. 593 00:38:33,531 --> 00:38:36,705 This sword suits you. Keep it. 594 00:38:36,705 --> 00:38:38,496 How could I be worthy of it? 595 00:38:38,496 --> 00:38:41,899 Before you reached the age of twenty, you were already recommended to me by Guan Fu. 596 00:38:41,899 --> 00:38:44,028 It shows that you are of great potential and virtue. 597 00:38:44,028 --> 00:38:47,156 You are definitely worthy of this sword. 598 00:38:47,156 --> 00:38:52,763 There is a matter that I'd like you to help me with. 599 00:38:52,763 --> 00:38:54,078 Please tell me. 600 00:38:54,078 --> 00:38:56,986 I would risk everything to accomplish it. 601 00:38:58,696 --> 00:39:02,259 Use this sword to protect His Majesty. 602 00:39:02,259 --> 00:39:06,064 Pledge your loyalty. Stay faithful until your death! 603 00:39:07,901 --> 00:39:10,243 Duan Hong will not let Chancellor down. 604 00:40:08,292 --> 00:40:10,984 The Emperor's secret imperial decree! Amnesty to Marquess of Weiqi! 605 00:40:10,984 --> 00:40:11,984 Postpone the execution! 606 00:40:13,460 --> 00:40:14,808 This is great! He will be saved. 607 00:40:14,808 --> 00:40:17,292 His Majesty's secret imperial decree! He must not be beheaded! 608 00:40:18,654 --> 00:40:19,808 Execute him! 609 00:40:21,590 --> 00:40:24,857 The Emperor's secret imperial decree! Amnesty to Marquess of Weiqi! Postpone the execution! 610 00:40:24,857 --> 00:40:27,710 This man is delivering a false imperial decree! Carry out the execution right away! 611 00:40:27,710 --> 00:40:28,930 A false imperial decree? 612 00:40:28,930 --> 00:40:30,256 Audacious Duan Hong! 613 00:40:30,256 --> 00:40:32,352 How dare you barge into execution ground! Arrest him! 614 00:40:43,977 --> 00:40:46,930 Duan Hong! I'm content that you're here to see me off! 615 00:41:13,937 --> 00:41:14,937 Don't! 616 00:41:15,931 --> 00:41:17,020 Kill him! 617 00:41:29,705 --> 00:41:33,087 Duan Hong! You claimed to have His Majesty's secret decree. 618 00:41:33,087 --> 00:41:34,765 Where is the imperial decree? 619 00:41:34,765 --> 00:41:36,625 - Search him! - Yes! 620 00:41:40,221 --> 00:41:41,221 There's nothing! 621 00:41:41,221 --> 00:41:43,183 Duan Hong delivers a false decree! Execute him right on the spot! 622 00:41:43,183 --> 00:41:45,290 Anyone who keeps the guards off will be killed for the same crime! 623 00:41:45,290 --> 00:41:46,437 Behead him! 624 00:41:46,437 --> 00:41:47,522 Yes! 625 00:41:49,404 --> 00:41:50,428 Carry out the execution! 626 00:41:53,189 --> 00:41:54,203 Stop! 627 00:41:57,415 --> 00:41:58,415 Wei Qing! 628 00:41:58,415 --> 00:42:00,760 How should you be punished for barging into execution grounds? 629 00:42:00,760 --> 00:42:03,219 Superior Grand Master, Wei Qing coveys His Majesty's verbal decree! 630 00:42:03,219 --> 00:42:05,020 Archery Steward of Imperial Guards Duan Hong 631 00:42:05,020 --> 00:42:06,651 returned from his mission to the western regions. 632 00:42:06,651 --> 00:42:08,276 He has yet to report back to His Majesty. 633 00:42:08,276 --> 00:42:11,422 His Majesty summons Duan Hong to Feichang Palace! 634 00:42:11,422 --> 00:42:14,263 Duan Hong delivered a false decree. He must be beheaded without mercy! 635 00:42:14,263 --> 00:42:16,579 Anyone who gets in the way is to be seen as his accomplice! 636 00:42:16,579 --> 00:42:17,585 Arrest him! 637 00:42:17,585 --> 00:42:18,585 - Yes! - I dare you! 638 00:42:18,585 --> 00:42:20,890 I am the Superior Grand Master that His Majesty appointed. 639 00:42:20,890 --> 00:42:22,430 I am here on His Majesty's orders! 640 00:42:22,430 --> 00:42:24,544 This sword is the evidence! 641 00:42:24,544 --> 00:42:27,864 Which one of you dares to defy the imperial decree? 642 00:42:35,701 --> 00:42:40,701 Subtitles by DramaFever 52093

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