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♪ Memories of the past are always vivid ♪

♪ They accompanied me to take every step ♪

♪ On the road ♪

♪ Going through heat and cold ♪

♪ The bumpy journeyhas rendered my longing ♪

♪ Rock solid ♪

♪ The same moonlightshines on our shoulders ♪

♪ Even if we are far away separated ♪

♪ We are close in our hearts ♪

♪ The wind blew away the past ♪

♪ I look for your distant locationon the starry night ♪

♪ In the ocean of faces ♪

♪ For you, my heart burns and races ♪

♪ Despite its turns and twists,fate is in my hands ♪

♪ May waiting convert regretsinto a happy ending ♪

♪ May solitary figuresfind right companions ♪

♪ And become a pair ♪

=Time Flies and You Are Here=

=Episode 8=

[Chinese mugwort on Dragon Boat Festival and friends away from me]

(Siqi Hall)

Where are your manners?

Your hands.

Hanchen.

Did you forget what you said?

We mustn't alert the opponent.

Momo, do not be aggravated.

She's just a mere concubine.

She's not capable of anything.

You should get some rest.

Your Highness is right.

She's but a concubine.

In this world, there are many who don't know their places.

A concubine may be favoured right now,

and she wants to pursue her studies.

Not long after that,

she's going to covet after the position as the first wife.

Who knows?

You're right, Zhu Momo.

She will not get what she wants.

Continue the learning tomorrow.

Continue.

Did you manage to figure something out?

Yes.

Mother wants me to marry Shen Zhaowen.

We cannot offend Shen Family.

Are you going to beg Shen Yan?

Who said I'm going to beg him?

We're exchanging terms.

By the way, Mr. Liangji, are the gifts to welcome Xiaoman's return

prepared?

I'll select some goods from the inventory.

I'm not sure about the specifications.

The specifications to marry a wife.

I'll return with her when the day comes.

Also,

fetch me some ointment.

I'm going to check on her.

All right.

Hanchen.

Although we owe Xiaoman big time,

you need to bear a sense of propriety.

You mustn't treat her like the first wife.

If such hope is evoked in her, it's only going to harm her.

There are things I owe her.

Whatever she seeks, within my means, I'll fulfill them.

Do you understand?

The moment you can rely on a man is when sows are able to climb trees.

Sows are able to climb tree?

Climb a tree and show me.

What are you doing here?

Show me your hands.

I'm applying the medication for you.

Your hands.

Did you come just to do this?

Yes.

You're such a fool.

You should butter Zhu Momo up.

Say something flattering.

You'd willingly go through the troubles she caused you.

She was wrong.

Why should I compromise?

Did you know for married women to return to the academy,

they'd turn into a laughing stock?

A laughing stock?

Pursuing studies will be made a joke,

but attending to trivial matters of the house is more important?

Both of us are married by contract.

After two years, we no longer have anything to do with each other.

If I'm not concerned about my future right now, after two years,

do you want me to end up from one backyard to another?

We shall go our own ways after two years?

Fine.

Forget about the academy.

You...

Wick was right.

The moment you can rely on a man is when sows are able to climb trees.

(Qu Yuan's Poem)

Congwen.

What are you doing here?

You're dismissed.

I heard about Xiaoman and His Highness's incident.

Xiaoman was absent from the academy today.

I figured something must have happened.

I came to see if there's anything I can do to help.

On the day of Xiaoman's wedding,

I sent someone to deliver a message to you at the brothel.

However, you did not show up.

I was unaware of this matter.

Well, it no longer matters now.

Xiaoman is married now.

Besides, she has a huge trouble to deal with right now.

Zhu Momo came from the capital.

She forbade Xiaoman from pursuing her studies.

I wanted to take her to meet Teacher Liu on the day of the examination

and seek help from Teacher Liu.

However, it seems like...

Even Teacher Liu wouldn't be able to help her.

At this point, Principal Yang is the only one that could help her.

On the day of the examination, try your best to help Xiaoman

take the test at the academy.

I'll submit Xiaoman's test papers to Principal Yang Chidao.

Principal Yang is highly respectable in Wujiang Prefecture.

Back at the palace, Commandery Prince of Julu

was tutored by Principal Yang.

In the whole of Wujiang Prefecture,

Principal Yang is the only one who can control Zhao Xiaoqian.

Leave it to me.

All you have to do is bring Xiaoman to the academy.

What's the matter?

Nothing.

I shall thank you on Xiaoman's behalf, Congwen.

I'm going to

deliver a message to Commandery Prince's Mansion right now.

(Commandery Prince's Mansion)

Lady.

Since you've gained His Highness's grace to return home,

you should enjoy your time there.

I informed Zhu Momo about this.

There's no need for you to return urgently.

Spent some time with your family.

The gifts are all packed up by Mr. Liangji.

Lady Xie, hurry up.

I'm coming.

I'll return as soon as possible.

Lady Xie did not bring any attendants along.

Xie Family will be troubled to carry the gift on their own.

Tag along and help with the goods.

Yes.

Stop the carriage.

Go ahead.

My sister will be waiting for me here.

Zhu Momo ordered for us to send you right to your door step.

Besides, there's a carriage of goods... How about this?

Go ahead and return.

My sister and I are going to buy some baked bread.

It's my father's favourite.

After that, my sister and I will return home on her carriage.

All right.

I would like some baked bread, too.

You should leave first.

After Xiaoman and I are done, we will come to you.

Go on.

My mother could barely wait.

Let's hurry.

Otherwise, we wouldn't make it.

You haven't told me why I should take the examination at the academy.

It doesn't matter.

I'll not cause you harm.

Where's our carriage?

It's arriving soon.

Give it a moment.

(Brothel)

Get on.

Gnaw on it.

Give it a bite.

Bite on it.

Bite on it.

Yes, attack.

Bite it.

Come on.

Zhao Xiaoqian, what happens if you lose?

It's your call under one condition.

You're troubling me with the matters of your family.

You insist to play a bet with me.

If it wasn't for your brother's sake,

I couldn't be bothered.

Shut up.

If it wasn't for you, things wouldn't have ended up this way.

Don't worry though.

I'm one to concede defeat.

Same goes to you.

Attack.

That's right.

Jin Guo, advance.

Advance.

Ming Guan.

Good job!

Zhao Xiaoqian.

It's your turn to obey me now.

Come on.

Come on.

Shen Yan.

Do not carry this too far.

Are you refusing me?

Fine.

The one who said he'd concede defeat wasn't me anyway.

Let's go.

Hold up.

I concur.

I admit my defeat this time.

However, if you failed to accomplish the task I ordered you to,

the conflict between us will not be easily

resolved at the racing ground.

I know what the old servant of yours is thinking.

She wants to make me your relative.

Dream on.

If my sister is married to you, my name is no longer Shen Yan.

Zhao, what are you doing over there?

Hurry up and get ready.

Leave the rest to me, Master Shen.

We'll see.

Hurry up.

We're running out of time.

The class is commencing.

We're running late. Hurry.

Hurry.

(Jingnv Pavilion)

Xiaoman.

Don't worry.

No one would find out.

This is the best solution for now.

Don't think about anything else.

Just take the test.

Don't worry about the rest.

Leave it to me.

We shall head on inside then.

Let's go.

(Jingnv Pavilion)

Return to your seats.

What is she doing here?

She's shameless.

Cut it out.

All right. Everyone is present.

Fellow ladies, you may begin.

Hongsu.

Hongsu.

What's the matter?

Has Lady Xie returned?

No.

I witnessed with my own eyes.

Lady Xie did not return home.

She went straight to Bailu Academy.

Head to the academy and inform master about this.

Don't let master make an empty trip.

All right.

Hongsu.

Why are you in a daze?

You look troubled.

Don't worry.

Lady Xie will not be able to last any longer.

Master doesn't care about her.

She will be gone in a few days.

By then, once we return to the capital,

great fortune and wealth will be awaiting you.

Momo.

(Delicacy Restaurant)

This bowl of quail soup is horrendous.

It's nothing compared to the one from Taiping Tavern.

In my opinion, it's time to switch out

the chef of Delicacy Restaurant.

You should recruit my family's chef instead.

My mother hired the chef all the way from Hangzhou for me.

His dish, West Lake Fish in Vinegar Gravy is extraordinary.

Are you attempting to hog things from home?

Bring it over.

That's enough.

By the way, Zhao, what did you promise Shen Yan?

After speaking to him, he exerted arrogance.

It's irritating to watch.

Try addressing me by Zhao once more.

I was wrong.

Brother Zhao.

What did you promise him?

It's none of your concern.

A great man knows when to yield.

I'm making a compromise for my wife.

Leave it.

Yes.

Don't you find it strange?

Zhu Momo wouldn't listen to a single word you say.

Why would she listen to Shen Yan?

Zhu Momo wants Hanchen to marry Shen Zhaowen.

Shen Yan is the biological brother of Shen Zhaowen.

To Zhu Momo, Shen Yan is Hanchen's brother-in-law.

Zhu Momo may offend anyone but the Shen Family.

If Shen Yan claims that his sister enjoys studying,

and hopes the same for the rest of the women of the family, that way,

Zhu Momo will no longer stop Xiaoman from pursuing her studies.

Do you understand?

Not bad, Zhao Xiaoqian.

You have a way of messing with the elders.

Please enlighten me.

I'll be able to deal with my father then.

Master.

Lady Xie did not return home.

She went straight to Bailu Academy.

Hanchen.

Wait, we're not finished yet.

(Jingnv Pavilion)

Your Highness.

This is the academy, not the Commandery Prince's Mansion.

Zhao Xiaoqian.

What's going on?

They are all maidens of nobility.

If you barge in, it'd be inappropriate.

You're secretly dating my concubine.

Is that appropriate?

You may treat her as whoever you want.

However, this is the academy.

She's just a student.

Your claims of dating in secret are baseless.

How did he manage to find me here?

One must keep calm in order to accomplish great things.

Are you admitting to dating Xie Xiaoman in secret?

Nothing is going on between both of us.

I just want to help her.

For what purpose?

For her to pursue studies.

I completed half of the discourse.

I have yet to complete the rest.

I'm sorry to let you down.

Hanchen.

Let go.

Let go.

Are you done?

Thank you.

I did my best.

Why didn't you tell me about heading to the academy?

Did you think I wouldn't be able to help you?

Say something.

Yes.

Did you think he will be able to help you instead?

He's just a mere scholar.

Are you underestimating me or overestimating him?

My apologies.

Fine.

Xie Xiaoman.

Keep this in mind.

I'm your husband.

Send her home.

Let's go, Lady Xie.

Finish your article.

Congwen.

This is their family matter.

Congwen, I'll be fine.

Xiaoman.

I must speak to you.

Did you think by marrying you, I have to submit to you completely?

Qu Yuan sang of the two goddesses of Xiang.

They were transfigured into divine beings.

They promised to meet by the Lake of Dongting as the wind blows.

It was a moment of liberation that the lovers lived for.

She used two of the Nine Songs of Qu Yuan,

"God of the Xiang" and "Lady of the Xiang"

to express the virtues of a woman.

That's impressive.

If she was a man, she may be able to challenge your work.

It's a rarity for a woman to be able to do so.

As women, certain things are beyond your control.

I understand you value your school mates.

I'm her senior.

It's my obligation to help my juniors.

Besides, I'm indebted to her parents.

It's customary to help one of your own.

A grateful man is a man of honour.

However, you're not her husband.

Involving yourself in helping her constantly

violates tradition and customs.

You seem intelligent, yet you often engage in folly.

I'm not going to intervene.

You need to figure it out yourself.

If you were Commandery Prince of Julu, what will you do?

I understand.

Deliver this article to Commandery Prince of Julu.

Yes, sir.

I read your article.

First class.

Li Su delivered the text to Principal Yang.

I believe he'd deem it excellent as well.

Are you saying that Principal Yang would give me a hand?

As the saying goes, nothing is more valuable than studies.

However, society believes it's pointless for women to be educated.

Women are forced to cultivate homemaking skills

in order to marry a good man.

Both of us are women who sought education and knowledge.

However, we're obstructed by norms and criticism of society.

It's unfair.

Honestly, when my parents asked me what am I studying for,

before I could come to a realisation,

I was married off.

I already possess a wealthy and comfortable life.

What's the point of pursuing studies?

The title of your article evoked some thoughts in me.

If women are literate and educated,

that would indicate the flourishing of education and arts.

A legacy will be formed for generations to come.

Bravo.

I'm thirsty.

Lady Xie is pretty brilliant.

What does it mean?

For all knowledgeable bureaucrats, they deserve

a woman of equal caliber as a wife in order to advance civilization.

Not bad at all.

Impressive.

The current sovereign promotes culture and literature.

Cultivation of respectable scholars has been ongoing for centuries.

The talents produced could surpass both Han and Tang Dynasty

at their prime.

However, women of such caliber are rare.

If a woman is proficient literature and composition,

the advancement of culture and arts will surpass any dynasty

in history without a single thread of regret.

Ziyan, you're impressive as usual.

You're knowledgeable.

Look.

The government values skepticism and discernment.

Scholars were cultivated over the century.

The birth and progress of talents will surpass Han Dynasty and our forefathers.

Women of wisdom

are indeed rare.

You understood it yourself.

There's no need for me to explain further.

Whether Principal Yang permits you to return to school or not,

I hope you will never stop studying, speculating, and reasoning.

Beauty will not last.

Delicacies and luxuries are just physical necessities.

Only conviction and thoughts will guide you for the rest of your life.

Peril can only be evaded through constant improvement and progress.

I understand.

I'll keep your words engraved in my heart.

If it's possible, I would like to be a wise teacher like you

to guide and enlighten others.

(Fengxue Pavilion)

This is a splendid discourse.

She dreams to become a female tutor.

Does she really enjoy reading so much?

To each their own.

Just like you enjoy archery and horse riding.

Why?

To understand the truth.

She's unreasonable, what's the truth she seeks?

Ban Zhao was educated and produced the Book of Han.

Cai Yan was adept in devout discipline

and was coronated by the Emperor.

All right.

We're meeting Shen Yan.

It seems like my wife is going to make history.

Meet Shen Yan?

Hold on.

Hanchen.

Why would you meet Shen Yan?

What did you promise Shen Yan?

Xingzhou, hurry up.

Lady Xie.

Shideng.

Master wants me to send you back to your family.

No matter what happens, I must send you to your doorstep.

Time doesn't matter.

He will handle things with Zhu Momo.

Where is he?

I'm not sure either.

He probably has matters to attend to.

Hurry up and check this out.

His Highness is leading Master Shen's horse.

Hurry up and check it out.

This feels amazing.

Zhao.

This is one grand display.

Look.

I prepared this street all for you so you may perform well.

Look. Look.

The scenery up here sure is different.

Move out of the way.

Do not rush.

Take it easy.

There's no rush.

His Highness is leading the horse for Master Shen.

Look.

They are watching a puppet show.

Look.

How interesting.

Dear, look.

Well... Don't say anything.

A commandery prince is made into a horse-leading attendant.

Shen Yan is despicable.

I can't believe he could come up with something like this.

Zhao Xiaoqian will be made a joke of the century.

How embarrassing.

The scenery up here is pretty good.

All done?

Zhao.

You should marry a couple more concubines.

I had a better time riding the horse

than I did listening to Courtesan Zhu's performance.

Are you satisfied?

Of course.

I led your horse and threw all pride away.

I'm sure you know what you should do next.

What was your request again?

Oh, right.

Don't worry.

This afternoon, I already spoke to Zhu Momo.

You did well and pleased me.

I had the urge to marry my sister off to you.

Zhao.

You're a man of your word.

Shut up.

I'm off.

Zhao.

By tomorrow, you may bring your wife... Rascal.

Back to school.

I'm going to break your legs next.

Be careful not to trip and fall.

Who was present to tease me?

Remember them all!

Don't worry. I remember every single one of them.

Also, do not tell Xiaoman about this.

Does he treat you well?

Yes.

It's all my fault.

Otherwise... Father.

Don't say that.

He treats me well.

We're commoners anyway.

We can't afford to offend them.

Don't worry.

I'm doing well.

If he treats you well, why didn't he return home with you?

Who said I'm not coming?

I'm late.

I beg your pardon, father-in-law.

Have you eaten?

I'll grab another set of utensils.

Yes.

Hurry up.

Stand upright.

Have a seat.

Here.

Have a seat.

All right.

Father-in-law.

Are things busy with the government office?

Well... Well, not exactly.

If you have time, the Dragon Boat Festival is around the corner.

We may rent a boat and sail across Lake Tai.

I heard that Dragon Boat Race will be held on that day.

I'm sure Li'er would enjoy that.

Can I go?

No way.

Of course you may.

Also, for the gifts along with the visit this time,

I included the Mahoraga specially for you.

They are tributes supplied to the palace.

Really?

That can't be true.

It's too expensive.

We dare not accept it.

Don't worry about it.

I also brought over various jewellery and silk.

Xiaoman has been living under Su Family's roof.

As her husband, I should express my gratitude.

I may have to trouble you

to select a few goods to be delivered to Su Family as my token

of gratitude for taking care of Xiaoman.

You're too kind.

Sorry for the wait.

Thank you, mother-in-law.

You're welcome.

Let's eat.

All right.

Make yourself at home.

It's been a long time since the entire family gathered for a meal.

Here.

A toast to all of you.

All right.

All right.

Let's eat.

Here, Li'er.

Aren't you mad?

Don't worry.

You will be able to return to the academy tomorrow.

[Yan Mansion]

Flip each book open.

Those books there and the one on the side.

Inspect them.

Mother.

Zhao Xiaoqian neglected his friends after marrying a wife.

We agreed to play a game of Polo.

Look at him.

He did not even show up.

Don't be ridiculous.

He did not marry a wife, he married a concubine instead.

That's right.

When will I be able to find a concubine for myself?

I'm feeling lonely.

Quit the nonsense.

Are you the Commandery Prince?

No proper family would marry a concubine before the first wife.

He's all grown up.

He's looking for a wife.

He's embarrassed to bring this up.

Boyang, look.

What do you think of the daughter of bureaucrats, Xie Family?

Xie Ruying?

What?

You're asking me to marry Yan Boyang?

Xie Xiaoman was married to the Commandery Prince.

Yan Boyang is but a scholar's assistant.

Are you asking me to marry him to serve Xie Xiaoman?

Ruying.

Xie Xiaoman is just a concubine.

In plain terms, she's just a servant.

If you marry Yan Boyang,

you will be the first lady of Yan Family.

I refuse.

You're acting arbitrary.

I think I shouldn't have allowed you to attain education.

You're grounded from dinner today.

Fan Su.

Escort the lady back to her room.

Ruying.

Ruying.

Lady.

Lady, if you head outside, you would be reprimanded by Madam Xie.

It doesn't matter.

They are forcing me to marry that fool, Yan Boyang.

I'm not going to marry him.

What can you do, lady?

Are you going to... [Residence of the Li Family]

If I were to marry, I'll only marry men like Li Su.

It's believed that a hero once exist during the Tang Dynasty.

A hero?

He conquered the south and defeated Wang Shichong.

Head north, he captured Pi Keneng.

He crossed the seas and conquered the east.

The enemies surrendered.

Emperor of Tang appeared victorious, forcing the enemy to retreat.

I don't know why.

They haven't talked all morning.

You did me a great favour?

It wasn't me.

It was Congwen.

It's the monsoon season.

Mosquitoes will increase in numbers.

I'll make you a sachet to repel the bugs.

All right?

Good morning, Mr. Yan.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Good morning.

Good morning.

What's going on today?

You're in a good mood.

There's something I'd like to find out.

Do you know the daughter of Xie Family, Ruying?

What's the matter?

Did she humiliate you?

Shut up.

What are you talking about?

Ruying is gentle and kind.

Do not spew nonsense.

[Bailu Academy]

Hanchen is here.

Good morning.

Good morning.

How was the visit back to Xie Family?

Tell us. How did it go?

What's going on between the both of you?

Have you reconciled yet?

His Highness has a great temper.

He has been ignoring me for days.

According to Mr. Xu, in a few days,

he'd take us to Tangjiao Village to inspect the crops.

Apparently, there's a temple on Mount Kunyan.

It's particularly effective.

You should take Zhao Xiaoqian with you.

I'm not going.

Even if I do, I'm not taking him with me.

Hanchen.

Hanchen, where are you going?

I'm looking for Xu Zi.

Xingzhou.

Here's your handkerchief.

Thank you.

Isn't Xu Zi the governor of the Zhexi Troops?

What's his relationship with Zhao Xiaoqian?

He's Hanchen's master.

Hanchen's horse-riding and archery were taught by him.

Hanchen is in a bad mood today.

Do not blame him.

It's fine.

Idiot.

Do you enjoy Xiang Zhu?

I'm heading for class.

Let's go.

What are you looking at?

Let's go.

Why did you hit me?

Hanchen, this is...

What's wrong with Xiongjie Camp?

Are you not going to participate?

With my status, I can't go into war.

Master, you've been around for a long time.

Don't you understand?

I just find it a pity.

I taught you over the years.

You wouldn't join the war.

This is my destiny.

The status of the Commandery Prince is nothing but a cage

to restrict me.

I've been your master for a long time.

I know you pretty well.

Despite being confined in Wujiang Prefecture for years,

your horse-riding skills and archery never deteriorated.

I know you have an ambition in you.

You have yet to reach for it.

Be the master of your fate.

Shoot.

Didn't you hear?

In three days, Principal Yang said, be it from the Luming Pavilion

or the Jingnv Pavilion,

everyone must learn of the adversities of farming.

Thus, every year, he will lead the students of the academy

to observe the crops.

Will Luming Pavilion join the expedition?

According to the seniors, it seems like

we will be residing in different courtyards there.

Also, along the route up the hills lies the Mount Kunyan Temple.

Behind the Mount Kunyan Temple, it's connected to a lake.

That is known as Lake Nanming as depicted in "Carefree Wandering".

The sea in the south is a natural beauty.

Legend says, krakens are spotted there.

Has anyone seen one?

I'm not sure.

Poet Bai Juyi once said, "One who is well-fed without striving

isn't any different from the guardian cranes."

The academy's practice sure is brilliant.

We're to observe the crops once a year.

Ruying.

What's wrong?

My father wants me to marry Yan Boyang.

Yan Boyang?

The follower of Commandery Prince of Julu?

Yan Boyang's father, Yan Nengfu

continued Jia Zhixing's poem of treason at the brothel.

Whether his position is secure, it's another story to tell.

I can't believe my father wants me to marry that loser.

What do you mean by loser?

Xie Ruying, watch your words.

Watch my words?

Am I wrong?

Convey this message to Yan Boyang.

Even if I were to shave and become a nun, I'll never marry him.

Xie Family sure is arrogant.

Even if you shaved with the attempt to become a nun,

no temple would be willing to accept you.

You...

Calm down.

You don't have to marry him.

You don't have to marry him.

You don't have to marry him.

Sanniang.

Will you help me?

How can I help you?

Have you heard about Yan Boyang's proposal to marry Xie Ruying?

Don't concern yourself with such matters.

Consider your own predicament.

What are you going to do with Zhao Xiaoqian?

I can't be bothered.

I did everything I could.

He refused to reconcile.

I'll just leave it be.

After two years,

I'll regain my freedom anyway.

♪ Ask the moon whether it has seen ♪

♪ The other end of the earth ♪

♪ Your feelings fluctuatelike the moon's wane and wax ♪

♪ Have they ever been the same? ♪

♪ Carried by misty clouds,the moon came into your eyes ♪

♪ As a substitute for me, it appeared ♪

♪ Cast our eyes over the bustling street ♪

♪ Don't shed tears when we part ♪

♪ Since our parting,I have been recalling your look ♪

♪ Every night,I miss you too much to sleep ♪

♪ In my heart,I stored our affectionate past ♪

♪ As time went by, it faded like smoke ♪

♪ In my ears, rings your old whisper ♪

♪ Every night,I look forward to meeting you again ♪

♪ On the day we brushed past each other ♪

♪ We got tied by a permanent bond ♪

♪ Since our parting,I have been recalling your look ♪

♪ Every night,I miss you too much to sleep ♪

♪ In my heart,I stored our affectionate past ♪

♪ As time went by, it faded like smoke ♪

♪ In my ears, rings your old whisper ♪

♪ Every night,I look forward to meeting you again ♪

♪ On the day we brushed past each other ♪

♪ We got tied by a permanent bond ♪