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♪Wearing peach blossom makeup, I boil tea over the stove♪

♪With a pure heart, I embroider the brocade of time♪

♪On the short paper, affection flows in the silent moonlight♪

♪I only wish that by my side, is my love♪

♪Cool autumn wind blowing, I gaze far leaning against the railing♪

♪Sunset glow over the green hill, in formation wild geese are flying♪

♪Covering a thousand miles on horseback, for whom is he longing♪

♪He returned home in dreams♪

♪I will never forget that you held my hands♪

♪In your warm palms and we braved winds and waves♪

♪Unexpectedly, after we traveled so far and turned Grey-haired♪

♪I am still by your side♪

♪Hearts burning, we look into each other's eyes♪

♪Feelings overflowing, they don't need to be hided♪

♪No matter how time passes and life changes♪

♪Together, we will grow old♪

The Sword and the Brocade

Episode 17

Your Ladyship.

It's late.

Should we prepare

His Lordship's bath?

Should we or should we not?

Rest early then.

I won't bother you.

You're not bothering me.

I'll see you out.

You're so happy for me to leave.

No.

I'm just thinking

that you're busy with work.

I can't make you stay long.

Yes, I'm busy with work.

Take care, My Lord.

Your Ladyship, weren't you and His Lordship

chatting so nicely just now?

Why won't you let him stay overnight?

Right, Your Ladyship.

Dongqing is right.

After all, you've already married into the Xu family.

If you and His Lordship's relationship

don't get improved,

this can't go on for long.

Don't worry about it.

I know what to do.

My Lord.

Didn't I tell you already?

I must finish working

on the documents tonight.

Why did you put them away?

I heard that you

would stay in Western Lateral Court,

so I thought you wouldn't be back tonight.

I'm not done with my work yet.

Why would I stay in Western Lateral Court?

-Could Her Ladyship... -You're still asking questions?

Madam.

His Lordship didn't stay in Western Lateral Court.

He went back to his place.

It seems like

even if Her Ladyship is managing the household affairs,

she still didn't get His Lordship's favor.

This time,

I defeated

Concubine Qiao effortlessly.

In the future,

I must win over

Her Ladyship.

The Wen family

can overturn its situation soon.

Last time, she received 20 tael of silver,

and she was so happy.

She should be very easy to deal with.

She's still an illegitimate daughter after all.

Even if she's managing the household affairs now,

she still

hasn't seen much of the world.

Here, Madam.

More or less, we all

have looked down on and offended Her Ladyship.

I wonder

how she'll deal with us.

Right.

What are you worried about?

Her Ladyship just started managing the household affairs.

She doesn't know anything.

It's the time for her to win us over.

Besides, last night,

His Lordship went to her court, then left.

It's obvious that Her Ladyship

doesn't have His Lordship's favor at all.

She wouldn't dare to do anything.

Seriously?

Everyone, please follow me.

Mrs. Li.

Yes.

You manage the maids

and servants in the mansion.

Their dispatch, monthly salaries,

and rewards and punishments are clearly recorded in the accounting books.

I'm rewarding you with two tael of silver.

Thank you, Your Ladyship.

Thank you.

Mrs. Wang.

You're in charge of the purchasing in the kitchen.

In the accounting books,

for the kitchen's monthly expenses,

the prices of the stores you bought from

for expensive food items

such as ginseng and bird's nest

are 30 percent higher compared to other stores.

What is going on?

Your Ladyship is unaware.

Their items

are much better than the other stores'.

In that case,

do you dare to compare the items you got

with the other stores'?

Well...

Mrs. Zhou.

You're in charge

of the silk, satin, and clothing for four seasons.

You decide

which embroidery shop

and which thread shop to buy from.

Do you want me to calculate

all the kickbacks

you got from them?

Your Ladyship.

Your... Your Ladyship.

You don't have any proof of that.

You can't speak irresponsibly.

I can't take the responsibility

for that charge.

Speak irresponsibly?

Even if I haven't managed household affairs before,

I was poor when I was little.

I must calculate

each needle, thread,

fabric, and clothing I spend on.

If you think

that I am the daughter

of an eminent family,

who is pampered and doesn't know

how to read accounting books,

you're wrong.

You two

deceived your masters and deluded your subordinates to fill your pockets.

Since you've been working in the Xu family for a long time,

I can let bygones be bygones.

But starting today,

let others

do your jobs.

Your Ladyship.

Wait a minute.

Without the two of us,

won't the Xu family fall into chaos then?

I've already arranged for new people

to take the positions

you were occupying.

Whether the family will fall into chaos or not

isn't your concern anymore.

Your Ladyship.

Please be kind.

I'm already kind enough

not to punish you.

If you can't accept it,

we can all go

and speak to Great Madam.

Well...

Everyone.

You may go.

I...

Let's go.

Your Ladyship, look.

These are the records of the fabrics

that went out from the warehouse.

If not for the convenience of our investigation,

I don't want

to do the thankless task

of managing household affairs.

With these,

can we really find clues

about that embroidery fabric?

Since there was a similar fabric in the villa,

we just need to find out

who have

used these fabrics

before last year's Dragon Boat Festival,

then follow the clues,

and we can surely find something.

How strange.

What's the matter, Your Ladyship?

There's a record of purchasing

huge amounts of silk and satin in the household.

It was when Yuanniang was still alive.

Since Concubine Qiao

started managing the household affairs,

she started buying

the silk and satin

from Zhang's Silk and Satin.

This is

not a small expense.

Didn't the Wen family

lose a lot of money then?

Based on Concubine Wen's personality,

she surely wouldn't just take that.

Would Concubine Wen

take revenge against Concubine Qiao then?

I'm afraid she already did.

Forget it. Let's not mind her first.

Let's continue checking.

I found it.

Take a look.

It... It says here

that during the Dragon Boat Festival last year,

Princess Danyang,

Concubine Wen, and Concubine Qiao

took those fabrics.

That means

the killer

should have something to do with them.

Who could it be then?

But this kind of fabric

isn't the type of grand fabric

that women like.

It's more suitable to make an inner garment

or perfume satchels and the like.

During the Dragon Boat Festival,

women would usually make

perfume satchels for the one they love.

The one they love?

His Lordship and Master Lingkuan?

Right.

We never found any clues

from the female members of the family before.

Perhaps we can find something through His Lordship

and Master Lingkuan.

If we can find

the items that they gave out,

we can surely find some clues

to know who the real killer is.

I noticed that the wisdom of three ordinary people

can outwit a genius.

I'm not ordinary.

You are.

My Lord.

Are you going to bathe here tonight?

Your Ladyship, it's late.

Should we prepare

His Lordship's bath?

Why are you so clumsy?

Don't you see that I'm working?

I'm sorry, my hand slipped.

Never mind.

Grind the ink for me.

Why did you add so much water?

My writing will bleed at the edges.

My Lord, if you think

that I'm not serving you well,

I

will find a meticulous maid to serve you.

All right, you're tired too.

Go and rest.

Yes, My Lord.

General Fu.

General Fu, why are you here?

His Lordship is in a bad mood.

He kept getting angry.

I can't do my job anymore.

General Fu, if it's not urgent,

don't go inside.

I don't have any urgent matters.

But why is His Lordship

in a bad mood?

Two days ago, he came back from Western Lateral Court

and became this way.

Western Lateral Court?

It's related to Her Ladyship?

His Lordship is angry at Her Ladyship?

I don't dare to gossip behind His Lordship's back

about his affairs with Her Lordship.

You won't tell me the whole story.

That's so annoying.

I suddenly remember that I forgot

to instruct the kitchen about something.

Wait for me.

I'll be right back.

She always says that I'm careless.

She's the same.

Let me scare Amber.

General Fu.

Why is it you?

I'm the one who should ask you that question.

It's late at night.

Why are you

sneaking around here?

You're the one who's sneaking around.

This is the Mansion of Xu.

Why are you here so late at night?

Hey.

Instead of admitting your mistake, you're accusing me.

And are you a dog?

Why did you bite me?

You're the dog.

You flung yourself at me.

You're at fault, and you won't apologize.

You're even being so stubborn.

If you want to blame me,

go and tell Her Ladyship

about me.

There's no need.

I won't argue

with a girl.

However,

don't tell anyone about this.

Are you scared

that if people find out

that you got scared because of me,

it will ruin your reputation?

That's nonsense.

You didn't scare me.

Then why did you shout just now?

I...

I shouted

because I was directing my qi to a part of my body.

The qi of those who practice martial arts is in the diaphragm.

Don't you know that?

You won't get it even if I told you.

Dongqing.

Dongqing.

I'll go ahead.

Don't tell anyone about it.

Otherwise, I won't spare you.

Dongqing.

Who were you talking to just now?

No one.

A dog.

A dog ran by.

A dog?

Our yard has a dog again?

No.

It's too dark. I didn't see it clearly.

Perhaps it was a cat.

A scaredy cat.

All right.

Let's go back.

Her Ladyship should be hungry.

Why are you here?

I made some pastries and soup

to nourish you, My Lord.

Place them over there.

My Lord, what are you reading?

I'm writing a report to comfort the refugees.

I've heard that the refugees often gather together

and cause troubles.

What if

we move them out of the city as soon as we can,

and let them stay in a nearby village?

There's flooding everywhere.

The villages can't accommodate so many people.

I'm afraid there will be casualties.

Natural disasters and man-made misfortunes are unavoidable.

It's better than letting them stay in the capital,

creating bigger trouble,

and infuriating His Majesty.

How can the lives of those citizens

compare to your future?

My Lord.

The soup will get cold.

Drink it while it's hot.

Lately,

Mother's been having leg pains again.

I'm going to visit her.

What a coincidence.

I made a pair of knee pads,

and I wanted to bring it to her.

Let's go then.

Yes.

Great Madam.

I made these knee pads for you.

Look at you two.

You're so concerned

about my health.

It's what I should do.

Before, I made a mistake,

and you didn't blame me.

I'm lucky.

I should be filial to you.

Originally, I was worried

that you'd feel bad

because of the management of household affairs.

Now, I see it.

I see that you are

broad-minded.

Lingyi.

You must take care

of Lianfang more.

I'm sorry to worry you, Great Madam.

Aside from you,

His Lordship is my priority.

I think about him every moment of every day.

What a good child.

However,

don't always think about me.

Think more

about how to give descendants to the Xu family.

Lingyi.

Don't just be busy

with work all day.

You must think of Lianfang

and visit her more.

How is it?

Your Ladyship.

His Lordship and Concubine Qiao

are in Great Madam's room now.

At this hour,

Great Madam will surely

ask them to stay and eat.

That's great. This way,

we'll have enough time to do things.

Let's go.

This one

is your favorite design.

I embroidered it for three days.

You spent so much effort on it.

Look at these threads.

They're lined up so well.

Mother.

Grand Secretary told me

to present the disaster relief report to His Majesty as soon as I can.

I'll go ahead.

Wait.

It's meal time.

You and Lianfang should stay

and eat with me.

It's livelier if more people are here,

and it makes my food taste better.

The disaster is a matter of great urgency.

I'll eat with you next time.

How stubborn.

Great Madam.

Is His Lordship

not willing to forgive me?

Don't think that way.

That's how he is.

You must take more initiative.

Yes, Great Madam.

Your Ladyship, why are you here?

His Lordship isn't here now.

That's fine.

I'm planning to make new clothes

for His Lordship.

I just need to get a sample.

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What are you looking at?

My Lord.

Aren't you eating

at Great Madam's?

I have work to do.

My Lord, Her Ladyship is inside.

Make a pot

of jasmine flower tea from His Majesty.

My Lord.

Didn't you complain

that it was too weak and sweet?

Did I say that?

Yes, My Lord.

Why aren't these the same?

What are you looking for?

My Lord.

I originally wanted to make a few clothes

for you,

so I came to get a sample

to get your size.

Just let the embroiderer

take care of such trivial matters.

I'm being too nosy then.

I won't disturb you.

The old clothes' size

might not be suitable anymore.

Measure me directly.

You're the one who didn't want me to make one.

Now, you want me to make one.

Since you have a lot of time,

it's also good

for you to make a couple of clothes to kill some time.

Why are you still standing there?

Hurry up.

Yes.

May I use your pen and paper?

They're over there.

Chest Length

Your regular script in small characters are nice.

The thickness is just right.

It's forceful and gentle at the same time.

Are you done with the measurements?

Not yet.

By the way, My Lord,

how are the refugees now?

Has the government found a way

to make arrangements for them?

I'm actually worrying about that now.

It's easy with men.

Now, pirates are still a problem.

Banditry is still continuing.

I'm planning to let them join the army.

Not only can they fulfill the army needs of the government,

they can also get salaries

to support their families.

As for those who aren't willing to join the army,

they can learn some skills with the artisans

in the military.

Give a man a fish and feed him for day;

teach a man how to fish and feed him for a lifetime.

But it's not convenient

to place women in the army.

I can't think

of a better arrangement for them at the moment.

My Lord.

What if you recruit the female refugees

to the embroidery workshops?

Embroidery workshops?

I heard from Master Jian

that due to the disaster,

there is a high demand for cotton and linen.

But there aren't enough staff in the embroidery workshops.

The demand exceeds the supply.

What if we ask Master Jian

of Xianling Pavilion

to work with the major embroidery workshops

and recruit these female refugees?

This way,

not only will they fill up the manpower vacancy,

they'll also be taught a skill.

When they go back to their hometown

after this disaster,

they'll also have a skill to earn a living.

In that case,

that's a good idea.

Even if the details

still need to be ironed out,

it's very feasible.

That's one merit for you.

What should I reward you with?

I just randomly thought about it.

I don't deserve a reward.

You handle things in a proper manner, and you know how to give and take.

If you were a man,

you'd surely accomplish great things.

Can't a woman

accomplish great things too?

My Lord.

The sunlight is glaring.

I didn't see anything.

I'll leave right away.

Don't go.

I'm just preparing to leave.

I've already got your size.

I'll make

the new clothes as soon as I can.

I'll go ahead.

Your Ladyship.

This is jasmine flower tea given by His Majesty.

His Lordship heard that it was produced in Suzhou,

which is close to your hometown,

so he asked me to make this for you.

Thank you, My Lord.

But I don't really like the sweet taste

of flower teas.

It would be such a waste

to give me such good flower tea.

So Your Ladyship also doesn't like

what His Lordship dislikes.

When did I say that I dislike it?

Then this flower tea...

Drink it yourself.

Thank you, My Lord.

It's good.

You don't know how to appreciate it.

My Lord.

Even if we don't have solid proof about the moldy rice incident,

all signs show

that it's related to the Ou family indeed.

Marquis Jingyuan went to the southeastern region

to make military inspections.

The moldy rice

was most likely Ou Lixing's doing.

His objective was to let the Xu family

lose the government's trust.

The Ou family did so much evil.

We can't let them get away with it.

But how should we investigate this next?

They got so much moldy rice.

Even if they gathered it

from all the grain shops in the capital,

they wouldn't be able to get it so quickly.

Think about it.

Where else

can they hoard

such a huge amount of grains?

Imperial grains?

I'll go and check Nanxin Storage.

Come back.

Among the imperial grains,

if they dare to provide such a huge amount of moldy rice,

the Ministry of Revenue's officials

would have long been dead.

Then... Where else

can it be?

My Lord, General.

Registrar Liu wants to report some military affairs.

Let Assistant Commissioner Li handle it.

Yes.

Army grains?

I'm just afraid that they won't make a move.

If they do...

My Lord, you're quite happy lately.

Is it related to Her Ladyship?

Did Zhaoying say something again?

Before, you came back

from Her Ladyship's

with a bad mood.

Later on, after Her Ladyship

came to your place,

your mood improved.

My mood

has nothing to do with others.

Fine, it has nothing to do with others.

However,

I must still say something.

Regardless how Her Ladyship

offended you before,

since she's already

reconciled with you,

You might go with the flow.

A harmonious family will prosper.

Tell me.

What kind of tea would someone

who doesn't like flower teas prefer?

What?

Nothing.

Wen, what are these for?

These are just a token from my sister-in-law.

She wanted to come

and greet you.

Those are just presents from her.

Your Ladyship, I wonder if you

has some time?

Is His Lordship aware of this?

His Lordship is busy with work.

We shouldn't disturb him.

So my sister-in-law

wanted to come here first

to greet you.

Thank you.

But it's not easy for her

to come all the way here.

Let's wait for His Lordship to have some time

and meet together.

Your Ladyship.

The Luo and Wen families

are based in Jiangnan.

We should take care of each other.

People from the two families

meet frequently.

There are many chances to work together in business.

Your Ladyship, you don't need to be concerned.

You're too kind.

I'm part of the Xu family now.

If the Wen family

wants to collaborate with the Luo family for business,

you should talk to my brother.

Your Ladyship.

The flooding this year is very serious.

Medicines to prevent illnesses

are surely very in demand.

The Wen family

has always wanted to do business related to that.

It was just difficult to find connections.

They want to work with you on it.

You don't need to worry about anything.

You can surely get a bonus every month.

At least

this much.

My third brother said

that the late Her Ladyship's portion

will be given to you too.

Well,

I just started managing the household affairs.

I'm not very well-versed

in business matters.

Besides,

this concerns Yuanniang.

I should ask His Lordship about this.

Well...

Well, it won't be easy

if His Lordship finds out.

You know that it won't be easy if His Lordship finds out.

Why are you still doing it?

Actually,

thanks to you,

last time,

we found out about the moldy rice just in time.

Your Ladyship.

What do you mean?

After Concubine Qiao managed the household affairs,

she replaced the Wen family's silk and satin.

I'm afraid you were

under a lot of pressure.

Your Ladyship.

I'm a very practical person.

There's only one motto

for the Xu family's purchasing in the future.

We will buy from the one who can provide

cheap and good quality products.

But if someone creates trouble because of this,

according to the Xu family's rules, she won't be spared easily.

Your Ladyship is right.

I understand now.

She really said that?

There was great flooding this year.

If we sell medicines,

we'll surely make a lot of profit using a small capital.

We can earn at least

700 or 800 tael of silver.

Why would someone be willing

to pass up a sure thing?

I thought it was strange too.

She's obviously someone

who would feel ecstatic

with just 20 tael of silver.

Today, so much money

was placed in front of her,

and she didn't care at all.

Not only that,

it seems she already knows

that I was the one who disclosed

the moldy rice to her.

I don't care about that.

That's your problem.

Deal with it yourself.

Don't forget.

In order to get you married into that family,

the Wen family spent so much money.

If you don't get this done,

don't think about getting

any bonuses this year.

Madam, don't be angry.

You've already married into the Xu family.

What can the Wen family do to you?

If I am doing this for myself,

I don't need to be so concerned.

But I'm doing this

for Yu's sake.

Yu is an illegitimate son.

He can't get the marquis position in the future,

and he won't inherit many assets.

If he wants to establish himself in the capital in the future,

he must rely on the Wen family.

If nothing else works,

plead with Her Ladyship.

After all, why wouldn't anyone be moved

with so much money?

Is she more arrogant

than the late Her Ladyship?

She's different from the late Her Ladyship.

Even if the late Her Ladyship was arrogant and cold,

she was considering Zhun

and the Luo family.

Merchants like us

are least scared of that kind of person.

But Shiyi

has a sharp mind and is immune to both hard and soft tactics.

She's not easy to deal with.

She knows

that you disclosed the moldy rice to her.

Will that affect you?

I don't think she has any proof.

Otherwise,

she wouldn't

just say those things today.

She used His Lordship to stop me,

yet she's not aware

that when the late Her Ladyship

did business with us before,

His Lordship secretly knew about it too.

His Lordship defended the late Her Ladyship

and blamed me instead

for causing chaos in the household.

He didn't consider

that even if it was my idea,

it would only work if the late Her Ladyship agreed.

To put it bluntly,

the late Her Ladyship was a legal wife,

and I am just a concubine.

My Lord.

I checked already.

As you've predicted,

Young Madam Wen wanted Concubine Wen

to invite Her Ladyship to join their business.

However,

Her Ladyship rejected the Wen family.

The Wen family's business is big.

She didn't hesitate at all?

Indeed.

Her Ladyship doesn't seem to be interested.

They're both from the Luo family,

yet she's so different from Yuanniang.

My Lord.

Go and inform the twelve government offices

that the Xu family isn't involved in the business of selling medicines.

If Wen family uses the Xu family's name,

tell them to handle it.

Yes.

Have you bought back

the dowries that Shiyi sold

for the disaster relief?

My Lord, I took care of those already.

Go to the accounting department.

Use my name

to give some money to Shiyi.

Say that it's for her regular expenses.

Yes.

Why am I so lucky lately?

Everyone's giving me money.

Your Ladyship.

His Lordship said

that the Xu family deals with a lot of people.

You also needs to use money in a lot of things.

That was why he asked me

to bring these.

I get a monthly allowance.

I don't need money.

You do.

Who says you don't?

Thank you, Steward Bai.

You can bring them back.

Tell His Lordship

that I appreciate his kindness.

Your Ladyship, this is according to His Lordship's instructions.

This will make things difficult for me.

There's no need to feel that way.

Just tell His Lordship

that I said so. I can't take undeserved rewards.

Well said.

My Lord.

My Lord.

Don't forget.

As the Xu family's matron,

It's unavoidable

to meet guests and entertain them.

If people see

that you don't have money,

I'm the one who will be embarrassed.

Besides, you made a huge accomplishment

for the Xu family regarding the disaster relief.

Why do you say that you don't deserve a reward?

Yes, Your Ladyship.

I think what His Lordship said makes sense.

You have many things to take care of in the future.

Money makes the world go round.

In that case,

I'll accept it.

Thank you for your kindness.

You have more money

to give to me?

Take a look yourself.

These are...

For the sake of the disaster relief,

you used these land titles to gather rice.

You were decisive,

and resolved the crisis for the Xu family.

I appreciate it very much.

But you shouldn't use your dowry

to support the Xu family.

However,

why are there more land titles?

Your lands

were scattered.

They're mostly not good farmlands.

I told Steward Bai

to buy the farmlands

around them as well,

so that your scattered farmlands

will be connected together.

The harvest will be better too.

My Lord.

I was just doing what I should.

You spent a lot of money.

We're husband and wife.

Why do you act like an outsider?

Zhaoying.

I'm not going back to have lunch.

I'll eat here today.

Yes, My Lord.

Wait.

Why are all these sweet?

Her Ladyship likes the sour and sweet taste,

so the kitchen

would usually send these to Western Lateral Court.

Go and tell the kitchen

to make other dishes.

I'm afraid His Lordship aren't used to these.

Yes.

My Lord, I'm sorry.

I like Yuhang dishes,

so these are what the kitchen prepared.

But I've already asked them

to prepare the dishes you like.

I suddenly decided to eat here at the last minute.

It's not your fault.

Then, My Lord,

try this sweet and sour fish.

Why would anyone like dishes

made from syrup?

If someone likes it,

that means it has its good point.

Tell me about that.

This sugar and vinegar sauce

is where the essence of this dish lies.

Regardless if it's the heat

or the speed of cooking this dish,

they must be just right.

It's delicious.

This fish looks very ordinary.

Why do you like it?

Because it's delicious.

And look.

It's a very ordinary food.

Yet after precise and careful cooking,

it became

a unique flavor.

And I think

that in many things,

it doesn't matter if it's expensive or not.

Even if it's just very simple,

as long as we make an effort to notice it,

it has its unforgettable aspects.

When all things started, complicated things were unbelievably simple.

One dish

can even make you realize important things in life.

How does it taste?

It's sour, sweet and delicious.

It's unique indeed.

Then try

this Longjing shrimp.

Not bad.

It's fine. We have enough dishes.

You may go.

By the way,

how are the clothes

you're making for me progressing?

Oh, no.

I just made a casual remark back then.

I didn't expect that he'd still remember.

I'm still making them.

If you're in a hurry,

I'll finish them in the next few days

and bring them to you.

It's fine.

I just

haven't worn new clothes for a while.

You're well-built.

You'd look good in anything you wear.

Didn't Great Madam

just send a couple of clothes over yesterday?

You're well-built.

You'd look good in anything you wear.

My Lord.

Is there anything wrong with these clothes?

It's fine.

Why did you come here?

Dinner is ready.

Sweet and sour fish?

I saw how happy you were when you had it at lunch,

so I asked the kitchen to make it.

If you don't like it,

I'll take it away.

It's delicious.

It doesn't taste right.

The same cook

made the sweet and sour fish dish

for Her Ladyship at lunch time.

Take it away.

I think what you liked wasn't the fish,

but the one you ate it with.

My Lord.

Bad news.

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