Original subtitles

"The Killing of Three Thousand Crows"

"Episode 11"

Come on.

Look.

Wait for me.

Three taels of silver per night?

That is the cheapest room we have.

This is the most common price in our town.

What is so great about Dace Town?

It's not like we are staying in a royal palace.

Look.

I didn't mean to raise the price.

Dace Town is the only big city of south-western region.

The taxation rate gets higher every year.

All my money are paid to the royal family...

before I cover my own expanses.

You are lucky today.

There was a great drought lately.

The governor will collect silvers from every outsider...

that comes to the city.

Half of their money will be collected by the government.

Who knows where the money is spent on?

Look at those merchants out there.

They are trying so hard to sell the good.

We could only make some money for our hard labour.

Give me and the aunty here...

I mean "miss".

We want two suite rooms.

Keep the change for yourselves.

Thank you, sir. Thank you, my lady.

Where did you get the money?

I have a sack of money inside my Infinity Pouch.

Being a sage comes in handy.

Fish-skin seeds!

Look outside.

Have a look at our tasty fish-skin seeds!

Do you sell fish-skin seeds?

Yes! Fish-skin, goat-skin and even buffalo-skin!

Have you seen a middle-age woman who like to...

chewing on these seeds all day long?

All day long.

Look over there.

I finally understand why Madam Zhao loves this snack.

Me too.

But where is she now?

But this snack is really nice.

If you like them, I'll get you more.

Sure, go and buy some.

-Stop right there! -Stop!

-Stop right there! -Stop!

Stop!

-Stop! -Stop running!

Mother, I got us some money.

It's a thief's den.

That is our money.

Listen to me.

Poverty itself is nothing to be ashamed of.

If you need money, you can ask.

I am very generous.

He is really rich.

It's okay for me to spare you some coins.

But you can't steal from others.

We are sorry.

Miss, take your money back.

We'll figure it out.

We are not thieves.

We are just refugees.

I am a blacksmith.

She was a fabric merchant.

And those men are cooks.

We...

We are all from Li.

You are from Li?

How did you end up being homeless?

After our nation fell,

our village was burned down by the demons of Tian Yuan.

It took us years to recover from the loss.

But then we were met with the drought.

We wandered the land for months,

eventually we arrived at Dace Town.

We were running from disaster,

we were grateful just to be alive here.

But then we ran into the governor.

He was collecting tax for the army.

He...

He said we were from Li,

so he took all of our money.

If it weren't for Mao's stolen food,

we would have died by now.

The governor keeps extorting us.

He destroyed our homes,

and he took all of our money.

Since all of you have some skills,

why don't find a job?

Why do you need a kid to steal for you?

Dace Town is a vibrant city after all.

Master, it seems like you didn't know.

The social classes are very distinct here.

No one would hire refugees like us.

Furthermore,

because we are refugees,

people beat us whenever they please.

Should we resist,

we'll be sent to prison.

We have no money with us.

Even if we wanted to leave,

we just couldn't.

-Does it hurt. -No.

Take the money with you.

Get your mother some tasty food.

Thank you, miss.

Where is that governor?

My lady, you must not mess with him.

He is appointed by the prince himself,

he is a first rank officer.

The whole Dace Town...

is owned by him.

I used up all my might...

and only managed to seal a portion of the Demon Lord's power.

Guard the Spirit Lantern.

Your destiny is in your hand.

I don't feel cold.

Are you...

still upset about me wiping away your past memory?

No.

So why do you refuse to talk to me?

There is a village up ahead.

You are still recovering.

I'll get you some thick clothing for the cold.

Driver, please stop here for a moment.

Inform Chancellor Zuo now.

-We found his son. -Yes.

Be careful.

I'll be back.

Let's go.

This commander...

has some special hobby.

Where did this mirror come from?

Bai, look who we have here.

Who are you?

Who are you talking to?

Aunty, how could you forget me so quickly?

You should know very well who I am.

I...

Let me think about it.

Help!

Help!

-Help! -Stop yelling!

Stop yelling.

Madam Zhao, you got your promotion...

and you forgot your family?

Bai!

Okay.

Stay still.

I hope you enjoy this,

my dear Madam Zhao.

Chuan, Master Bai.

We are all old friends from Mount Xiangqu.

This is uncalled for.

Besides, Chuan,

I did take great care of you back then.

Indeed.

Madam Zhao did love me a lot.

She even married me to her nephew who stabbed me in the back!

Tell me, who exactly is that Er Meng?

I'll tell you, I'll speak!

I'll tell you.

-How much is this? -It's not for sale.

Then why do you need this stall?

Bai, he came out.

That is a theatrical entrance.

Hide.

Let's go.

What are you two doing?

We are merely humble merchants.

Stand aside! This is insolence!

Hurry up. We are sorry, officers.

We are sorry, sir.

Mind your manner.

Let's go.

Madam, is this enough?

Master,

that is far from enough.

How about now?

Well?

Yes, that will do.

Master?

Master?

Xuan Zhu.

Xuan Zhu.

Father.

Why are you here?

Come.

-Are you all right? -I am fine.

Zi Chen, Your Highness.

This place is covered in demonic miasma.

We need to leave now.

Let's go.

Make way!

Halt.

Welcome, Prince Ting Yuan.

Welcome, Prince Ting Yuan.

All are equal in the casino.

There are only luck and fairness.

Everyone, enjoy!

Much appreciated, Your Highness.

Carry on.

Your Highness.

What is Your Highness' plan for today?

Same as always.

Rooster Hall. Is everyone there yet?

Yes, this way.

-Sir, what do you need? -Madam. I'll have this.

Sure.

So in the end,

this fellow is here to gamble.

Let's go inside.

Are you insane? There are so many guards here.

I can't save you if you got into troubles.

But we have a deal.

It's not about you or me,

it's about us.

Chuan, listen to me.

Er Meng is no fool at all.

A troops of guards followed him to the casino.

The two of us? We'll die for sure.

Enough with your theory.

Don't you want to help Lord Jiu Yun find his precious?

I have an idea.

-What is it? -This plan is quiet...

and totally safe.

But I need you for this.

Me?

Come on!

Welcome, Prince Ting Yuan.

This is the rooster you have? Bring it in.

Take it away.

50 taels on the white rooster!

I called, 50 taels!

Come on!

Come on!

Bite!

Yes!

How is the search going on?

I captured some refugees leaving Mount Xiangqu.

They say Fu Jiu Yun and the Master...

went missing right after...

they killed the Dragon King.

That senile old fool.

My Dragon Soul Pellet has been wasted.

Fu Jiu Yun was severely injured,

he could be dead by now.

He won't die so easily.

But without his master to back him up,

I doubt he will show himself...

anytime soon.

He can't hide forever.

Without the seal from his master,

our mission to reclaim what's mine will become simpler.

I'll figure something out.

What about your brother?

Is he faking his illness?

Who knows?

He spends his days inside the brothels and casino.

Sometimes he visits his ilk in the wild.

With so many strange people in his ranks,

something must be at miss.

Are you sure he wasn't on Mount Xiangqu back then?

What if he was?

Do not underestimate him.

He is much more ambitious than you are.

Keep an eye on him.

You will surely know if he's made a move.

Welcome, Your Highness.

Welcome, Your Highness.

Your Highness, this way.

Well done, masters.

Take your seats.

Baili Duo Tian.

Is everything ready?

It's your order, Your Highness.

We will surely carry it out.

Let's begin.

Yes, Your Highness.

This is just what I need.

Massive and strong!

Indeed. In order to capture it,

I lost one man and three others were injured.

Rewards for all of you!

Thank you, Your Highness.

Let's run some test.

Yes, Your Highness.

Great, this is great!

Your Highness, you are a royalty,

do not risk yourself.

I fear nothing.

Aren't you people masters in this field?

Li Yuan won't wait for his own death like this beast we have here.

If we can't test the Spirit Lantern's power,

we might as well be dead.

Stand aside.

Demons and evils alike, I bind your spirits to this lantern!

But...

Congratulations, Prince Ting Yuan.

Congratulations, Prince Ting Yuan.

Congratulations to the Crown Prince.

Congratulations to the Crown Prince.

-At ease. -Yes, Your Highness.

The Demon Lord is still at large.

Now is not the time...

to celebrate anything just yet.

Your Highness, in the Imperial Court,

many veteran officers do not believe in the mystics and evils.

You shall arise from this and walk righteously into the Eastern Palace.

Your clothes are falling off.

Zi Chen, where is your hairpin?

Did you sell it?

But that was a gift from Yan Yan.

Don't think about it.

You should get some rest.

Rumours about the Spirit Lantern are true!

Including this massive and mighty beast,

we've have already taken down three demon beasts.

Your Highness, you can be sure of its power now.

This Spirit Lantern is an ancient relic.

I was able to witness its power...

all thanks to you.

We would not take all the credits.

Your Highness acquired the item from Mount Xiangqu,

it proves Your Highness is going against the fate's plan.

We shall raid their camp tonight,

take him out in one swift move.

I like you, Er Meng.

I like how kind and simple you are.

You are different from the others.

Really?

Will you marry me after we left the mountain?

Your Highness?

Your Highness.

I waited in shadow for years.

And it's all for this day.

However,

now is not the right time.

Your Highness, why?

I am waiting for my chance,

a day where everything is perfect for my plan.

Chancellor.

Madam Qiu Hua.

Look.

Xuan Zhu.

Mother.

All right, it's cold out here.

Let's go inside.

-Let's go inside. -Come.

No, this isn't right. Something is off.

I think it's good enough.

I never learned any art in disguise.

This is as good as I can get.

I even got the puffy eyes right.

I know what's off now. It's your eyebrow.

Your eyebrow is too thick, it's like two giant worms.

Of course.

My eyebrow are following the latest trend.

Shut it.

You don't know what true beauty is.

Bai.

Maybe I can trim it down for you.

You need to look exactly like her.

Otherwise you can't get past Prince Ting Yuan's mansion.

Just a little bit.

Be nice, it'll be done soon.

Fine.

Chuan.

Hurry up.

You need to cooperate as well. My hand is sore.

I told you it's good enough.

It's good enough for me to stay in this disguise for so long.

Maybe you should do it instead.

Of course I can't do it.

So? What do you think?

I may be a mirror.

But I hate looking at my reflection.

Just see if it's good enough.

Nothing extraordinary.

It all depends on my acting.

Yes.

Master Bai.

What?

Do you have any suggestion?

No.

I was just thinking,

since you are disguised as me to sneak into the mansion,

there is one more thing that you need.

What is it?

Fish-skin seeds.

Madam Zhao, how kind of you.

Hold on.

Aunty Zhao,

you are really a evil woman.

The formalities of royalty are about manners.

Even if you love the snack,

you won't be eating it in front of the prince.

You are trying to get us exposed!

You evil old hag, you tried to fool us.

We are no fools.

Give it to her.

Chancellor, this way.

-Zi Chen. -Xuan Zhu, come here.

Look at this.

-It's beautiful. -Put on the coat.

I don't feel cold.

Let's go over there.

Mother, have a seat.

Just sit down.

-After you. -Just sit down.

All right, we'll all take a seat.

Chancellor, have a seat.

This is quite a feast.

Here, let's have some wine,

-warm the body up. -Cheers.

Xuan Zhu. You should thank the chancellor.

He came all the way here...

just to save your mother.

Madam Qiu Hua, you are welcome.

Back then,

the Dragon King saved you and your mother...

from the royal palace of Li.

But now,

the Dragon King is dead.

Princess Xuan Zhu is now the last...

of the royal bloodline of Li.

I am simply carrying out my duty as an officer of Li.

It's my responsibility to protect you.

Chancellor, thank you for saving Zi Chen, my mother and I.

I am grateful for the help.

Not at all.

You need not thank me, Princess Xuan Zhu.

Your Highness, please sit down.

I am no longer a princess.

Chancellor, you may address me by my name.

Sure.

Madam Qiu, Your Highness, Zi Chen.

You should start packing your belongings.

We must head to Feng City now.

I've made the arrangement.

Let's carry on with the meal.

Xuan Zhu.

Baihe Icefield may be a barren land,

but the fish here is delicious.

Try it out.

We might not get to have it again.

Try it out.

It's delicious.

Mother, you should have some too.

-Let me try it out. -Eat heartily.

Zi Chen.

-Try it out. -Madam Qiu Hua.

I am not feeling very well today.

Thank you for the meal.

I shall leave now.

But...

It's all right, he has the temper.

Come on, carry on.

Come.

"Royal Mansion of Ling Province"

Commander Zhao.

Commander Zhao.

Commander Zhao.

This must be the place.

Is His Highness here?

Yes.

You may leave now.

I need to have a word in private,

no outsider allowed.

Didn't you hear me?

Don't you know who I am?

Yes.

Commander Zhao?

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

Your Highness.

What?

Why didn't you inform me you are here?

Well, I was...

I have this yearning lately.

So I came to see if...

you have...

The Mountaintop Tea from Jade Garden.

I forgot my manners when I get greedy.

So, it's about an item from Mount Xiangqu?

Aunty, do you miss your time there as well?

Of course.

I did go though some hardship for Your Highness while I was there.

Wait.

Mount Xiangqu...

only produce the tea in very small amount.

Commoners never get to taste the tea.

It's all thanks to Chuan.

She took it from Fu Jiu Yun's room for me.

I got it from her.

Indeed.

Chuan.

Such memorable days.

Your Highness.

There are other matters I must see to.

I shall take my leave now.

Hold on.

Aren't you here for the tea?

I do have some with me.

I'll have my men send it to you later on.

Hold on.

Aunty.

I almost forgot had you not brought it up.

Try to recall it for me.

Who was that sissy who was always with Fu Jiu Yun?

He was always so weak and fragile,

he completely lacked any masculinity.

What was his name again?

-He is Master Bai. -Yes!

Master Bai.

I wonder if he is dead or alive.

Aunty Zhao.

He seemed to be very hard-working.

If he could become my servant,

that should be nice.

Yes.

Your Highness, I have work to do.

-I shall leave now. -Hold on.

I have another request.

Bring me the Spirit Lantern.

-Spirit Lantern? -Yes.

Having the lantern here...

will draw too much attention, and the word spread fast.

I was hoping you could keep it,

keep it safe for me.

I understand.

Where is the Spirit Lantern now?

The Spirit Lantern...

is right over there.

I'll take it from here.