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[The Flame's Daughter]

[Episode 3]

Senior Yu, have you been waiting for me?

I know that you have questions for me.

But before you ask me any questions, I must reprimand you first.

In the future, you are not to sit with your back to the door again.

I know that you are highly skilled in martial arts and no one can harm you

but should you not take more caution, just in case?

All right, you may ask me now.

Young Master Xue...

You find him strange as well, then?

That was also what I thought.

But then...

I'd like to take him back to the Flame Villa with me.

All right. Anything you say.

Before, I had never left the villa since I was a child.

Therefore, no one but him knows who I truly am.

He even knows of many confidential matters in the villa.

Including matters concerning Zhan Feng.

What matters?

He knows that Zhan Feng brought Ying Yi home two years ago.

The reason why I want to take him back to the villa with me

is that so I can look into his background.

If he truly is an enemy, isn't it better to keep him by our side?

Am I right?

Yes.

I worried that you would disagree.

I don't, so you need not worry.

It's a deal, then?

We will return to the villa tomorrow.

We're leaving tomorrow? Can't we stay for a few more days?

I... I'm afraid to face them.

If we don't return soon, I'm afraid we'd be too late.

Why would we be too late? What's happening?

Zhan Feng has made a request to our mentor to annul the engagement.

Annul the engagement?

He really doesn't want to marry me.

Fine.

Even if he wants to annul our engagement

he must say it to me in person.

At daybreak tomorrow, we will return home.

Yes.

Ge'er, my military tally is still left in my royal manor.

Could you retrieve it for me?

Sure.

Has Young Master Yu come to see me?

I guess you said something, but I cannot hear you.

Young Master, please face me when you speak.

I nearly forgot that you lost your hearing as a child.

I'm sorry!

You need not apologize.

Last night was the first we've met.

It is normal for you to have forgotten.

You wish to rely on Ge'er to avoid being hunted down.

What is so frightening about being hunted down by assassins?

Are you trying to sound out the true capability

of the mightiest martial arts family?

The competition between martial arts families is awfully boring.

Tell me why.

Let me think about it.

What if I were to say that I am an old friend of your mentor?

He who left the fighting world long ago but returned to aid the Flame Villa.

My mentor has never mentioned you.

Then your mentor will give you your answer.

Besides, is it not simple to deal with an outsider in the villa?

Mister Youqin!

Young Mistress.

You already know of my identity?

Then was asking me for the music score just a trick?

Look at that corner.

It hasn't been cleaned properly today.

You have to pay more attention.

Yes, ma'am.

Look, she's the one whom Young Master Xue chose.

It's her?

No wonder Madam Blossom took me in so easily.

Just how truthful are these people, here in Blossoms House?

Young Mistress.

Senior, the military tally you asked for.

Why did you come from that direction?

Madam Blossom, I'm leaving.

When you first came to me, I knew that you would not stay long.

You don't belong here. Get going now.

- Miss Feng, until we meet again. - Until we meet again.

Let me through.

He's here!

Take care, Young Master!

Young Master, please take care.

Ge'er!

Aren't you going to ride in my carriage?

You can ride in it alone.

Mentor...

Miss Feng.

Miss Feng, do rest assured.

His Highness is a man of his word.

Since he's made you a promise, he will stay true to his word.

While he's away at the Flame Villa

you may come to me at the Royal Jingyuan Manor if anything happens.

All right.

[Badge]

[Prince Jingyuan]

Senior, do you think that my father would reprimand me?

You defended yourself so confidently yesterday

but you're feeling unsure now?

Young Master, please stand clear.

How can you be allowed so close to my master's carriage?

Shut your mouth!

How can the Young Master be told off by a servant like you?

Miss Dao, you're being too rude!

Apologize to him first and then I'll apologize to you.

She offered a million taels of gold?

Come, get on.

Do you two have something to say to each other?

- No. - No.

Take care, Young Master!

May the Young Master's wish be fulfilled, and he remain in good luck and health.

Why are they so courteous to you?

It's because I'm the brothel's owner.

Let's head back inside.

You're such a serious woman.

Sadly, he doesn't care.

Get lost!

Why are you scolding me?

It's the Flame Villa that took him away, not me.

If you utter another word

I'll rip out your tongue, believe me!

Listen to what I have to say

before you decide on ripping out my tongue.

Speak!

According to my investigation...

Top Blade City has been looking for Young Master Xue for two years.

Moreover, you even offered a huge sum of money last night.

Maybe you're not just after his gorgeous appearance?

Is there not more than what is apparent?

But I can tell that you really like him.

What is the truth?

Are you really unafraid of death?

I got it right?

Young Master Xue really is unlucky to be around.

Not only are your two older brothers out to kill him

but even my father's second wife wants him dead.

If you are to lay a finger on him, I'll kill you!

Listen carefully.

It isn't the Thunderclap Sect that wants him dead, but the Second Madam!

Why would you tell me about this?

I wish to be your ally in investigating this matter.

Besides, are you not even a little bit curious?

So many people want him dead.

If we can find out the truth

you can then protect him even better, right?

Why should I trust you?

You can do what you want.

But where's the harm in trusting me?

Let's go! Come with me!

- Where to? - The Flame Villa!

Let's go! We'll catch up with them.

Senior, are you feeling unwell?

Why are Young Master Lei and Miss Dao waiting here for us?

There's no particular reason.

It's just that we're admirers of Young Master Xue

so we wish to escort you back to the Flame Villa personally.

Then we'll pay a visit to the Master of the Flame Villa, Uncle Lie

during our time there.

Your Highness, Young Master Lei and Miss Dao of Top Blade City

wish to escort us back to the villa.

Senior said that it's fine.

But we must get to Ping An Town before the sun sets.

Yes.

It's noon. Shouldn't we get some rest?

Meals are important. We shouldn't eat late.

Senior, would you like to stop for some rest?

- I'll prepare lunch-- - Youqin Hong!

Make me lunch.

These are the nuts that I got from the market.

The shopkeepers also reminded me to sprinkle some sea salt on them.

It's more flavorful like this.

Senior, try some.

How is it?

It's really nice.

Have another one.

- Xuan Huang. - Me?

Yes.

Thank you, Young Mistress.

What are you looking at?

He's not looking at you.

Mind your own business.

Young Master, it's better to share joy than to enjoy it alone.

What are you doing?

This tastes awful.

You're right.

- Share these with everyone. - Yes.

Senior, have another one.

This is much better, seriously.

[Azure Dragon Hall]

Greetings, Master.

The Young Mistress is already on her way home.

She's coming home?

Good! Convey my orders.

Get ready to welcome her home.

Be careful.

This is...

We're within the territory of Top Blade City.

Which heroes would dare to intercept us here?

Since when is Ping An Town within Top Blade City's territory?

Did Dao Jue Ba say so?

How dare you be so bold as to call my father by his name?

You had better show yourself quickly.

If not, I'll rip your tongue out!

I've long heard of Top Blade City's Third Young Mistress.

Now that I've met you in person today, you truly have a fiery temper.

Who exactly are you?

Senior Ji! Senior Ji.

So you're the Flame Villa's Ji Jing Lei?

Exactly!

Senior Ji, are you here to pick me up?

Definitely.

Let me take a good look at you.

Let's see how my little sister looks like after she's traveled the world

and visited hundreds of brothels.

Senior Ji, we'll talk about this when we get home.

You're actually embarrassed?

Hey, who are they?

They are friends of Young Master Xue.

They are from Top Blade City and the Thunderclap Sect.

Other than disciples of the Flame Villa, outsiders aren't allowed to enter!

The both of you should head home.

Otherwise, even after we get to the villa

someone will drive you away even if I don't.

Top Blade City and Jiangnan Thunderclap Sect

have always been on friendly terms with the Flame Villa.

Am I mistaken in believing that Uncle Lie will not treat us harshly?

Senior Ji, Senior Yu is at the back.

- Come with me. - Sure.

Senior Yu, I'm acting upon the Mentor's orders

to escort you both back to the villa.

You must have had a hard journey.

I've brought our villa's drivers and guards to replace the outsiders.

Who is this?

Senior Ji, this is Young Master Xue that I just mentioned to you.

He's a guest whom I'm bringing with me back to the villa.

I'll explain it to you when we get home.

All right.

Set out for the villa!

- Here, open the door. - Yes.

Senior, do I look all right?

How could you look well after all this traveling?

He's just lying to you.

My senior would never lie to me.

I'm just telling you the truth.

Unlike him. He's only flattering you.

Who would want honest words from you?

Ready the carriage.

Mentor!

Welcome back to the villa, Young Mistress!

Father!

- Father! - Ge'er.

Young Mistress.

Father...

All right now.

Here, let me take a look at you.

You're home. That's all that matters.

Master Lie, it's been a long time.

Many years have gone by so quickly.

Yet, Young Master's appearance hasn't changed one bit.

I am truly envious.

Master Lie is too kind.

Father, where is Zhan Feng?

Feng is still in his training.

He probably doesn't know that you've returned.

All right, let's go. Come inside with me.

- Please come in! - Let's go.

Come.

There's a saying in the Pugilist World.

"Flames of the mortal world, and the dark river of the underworld."

In the past, Flame Villa fought fiercely against Dark River Palace.

In the end, Dark River Palace was still defeated by my father.

They vanished from the Pugilist World overnight.

19 years have since passed.

Now, Flame Villa is very influential.

No one in the Pugilist Alliance is a match for us anymore.

Please, take your seats.

Did you really know my father?

Ge'er, Young Master Xue and I are old friends.

Concerning his seniority, you will address him as Uncle.

Uncle--

Uncle?

Am I that old?

We need not dwell on this.

Young Master Xue dislikes conventions. He would not care what you call him.

Young Master Xue, you're here this time...

I have come regarding the promise made between us.

Of course. We shall discuss that in private.

Jing Lei, lead Young Master Xue over to the Pear Quarters.

Mentor, did you just say the Pear Quarters?

That is correct.

Young Master Xue is a prestigious guest.

You are not to show any disrespect.

- Yes, Mentor. - Thank you, Master Lie.

As for the two of you...

Uncle Lie, we are also visiting.

Visiting?

We escorted Young Master Xue all the way here.

Please excuse us for visiting without submitting a formal request.

As Young Master Xue is now safely in the villa

there is no need for us to stay and intrude on Uncle Lie.

Since you're already here, stay for a few more days.

Yi Lang, arrange accommodation for the both of them as well.

- Yes, Sir. - Thank you, Uncle Lie!

All right!

You may escort the guests to their rooms now.

Leave me and Ge'er here.

- Yes. - Yes.

- This way, please. - Young Master.

- After you. - Thank you.

I take my leave.

Ge'er. Come to me.

Father.

How was it?

Did you learn much at Blossoms House?

Father, how did you find out that I went to Blossoms House?

Why didn't you suspect your Senior Yu for ratting you out to me?

Senior Yu would never do so.

Good. With absolute faith in others, you'll be able to achieve many things.

I'll introduce you to someone.

Bi'er?

Greetings, Young Mistress.

She is my confidant.

The previous third hall master of Azure Dragon Hall.

Pleased to meet you.

The fewer people know of her identity, the better.

Yes, I understand.

You may leave now.

Young Master, after you.

There are actually pear blossoms in this season?

My mentor said that these pear blossoms were planted here by an old friend.

He practiced under the descendants of the gods.

Therefore, these pear blossoms stay in full bloom throughout all seasons.

Young Master, this way, please.

Young Master Ji.

This is Young Master Xue.

From now on, he will be staying here for a long time.

You are to attend to him well without any negligence.

Yes.

Young Master, this is our villa's Pear Quarters.

These are special quarters reserved only for prestigious guests.

Is that so?

Who else has stayed here?

Apart from the gentleman who trained as a deity

the quarters have been left empty for years.

You are the second guest to stay here.

My goodness...

Don't you have better rooms here in the Flame Villa?

In seven days comes the biannual event

of when the branch masters report back to the Flame Villa.

We don't have other spare rooms.

You may stay here if you wish.

If not, please leave.

Unrelated men and women can't dwell together.

How are we to stay here?

You seem to share the same interests.

You could always use this opportunity to converse throughout the night.

I'll just put up with it and share this room with you.

You have no integrity at all.

The arm can never be stronger than the thigh.

We finally got here.

Who cares where we get to stay in?

It's good enough that we get to watch on the side.

What do we get to watch?

Lie Ming Jing has three disciples.

Zhan Feng, Yu Zi Han, and Ji Jing Lei.

He also has his only child, Lie Ru Ge.

Then there's his godson, Yi Lang that we just met.

I know.

I've said that much and you still can't tell what's wrong?

Lie Ru Ge returned home today.

Everyone who should be present has all shown up except for one.

He's also the most important one.

Zhan Feng?

You left the villa this time because of Feng.

Yes.

Then... in the world's best brothel

have you learned how to win back the affection of Feng?

All the women in the brothels were there in order to survive.

All the customers were only there to seek pleasure.

Between them...

Their relationship is very different from the one between me and Zhan Feng.

You still like Feng?

This month, I will have Feng marry you.

Father, you won't be able to force Zhan Feng against his will.

The two of you have been engaged for a long time.

By reason and sentiment, he should marry you.

Father, this is my personal matter.

Please let me handle it.

If we do get married in the end...

I would want Zhan Feng to do so willingly.

Zhan Feng! I've returned home!

Zhan Feng!

Zhan Feng!

Zhan Feng...

I'm home.

I often thought of you while I was away.

I wondered if you ate well.

I wondered if you slept well.

I wondered if you had kept training.

I wondered if you had fallen ill.

I wondered if you missed me--

It seems that you didn't learn very much at Blossoms House.

How boring.

Zhan Feng, must you behave like this?

Do you find joy in humiliating me?

What made you change so much from how you were two years ago?

It isn't because of that woman, right?

You still like me, don't you?

Zhan Feng...

My father already consented to it.

As long as we get married, I don't mind your past.

I--

I will annul the engagement.

Stop right there!

Have you forgotten about us?

Come closer.

Listen--

Zhan Feng is the eldest disciple.

He will inherit the Flame Villa.

If anything goes wrong between him and Lie Ru Ge

do you think that Lie Ming Jing will still let him be the next master?

Surely not.

This concerns the Flame Villa and the Flame Seal.

It will affect the entire Pugilist Alliance!

We are not just visiting. We have to stay here as long as we can.

Only then can we watch how this develops to our hearts' content.

Is that so?

- It is. - We'll go there next time.

Young Master Feng.

Senior Feng! Ru Ge has come home!

- I just saw her. - She's brought home a man!

What man?

He's the champion of the Blossoms House.

I thought that he was just a pretty face

but Mentor called him an old friend the very moment he saw him.

He even opened up Pear Quarters to him.

Pear Quarters?

Yes.

- What did Yu Zi Han say? - Senior Yu didn't react at all to it.

But judging by his temperament

he must have investigated Young Master Xue thoroughly.

Send out word.

We'll look into it as well.

Sure!

Senior Feng!

I'm not done yet.

Mentor said you and Ru Ge will get married now that she's home--

- I am annulling the engagement. - Are you mad?

You grew up with Ru Ge.

We were so happy when you got engaged three years ago.

We both drank all night long.

You talked about only her from midnight to dawn.

Did you forget all of that?

Ru Ge really wants to marry you.

It's all because of that courtesan!

How is Ru Ge inferior to her in any way?

I don't blame you for a moment of carelessness.

Neither did Mentor.

Nor did Ru Ge.

Mentor isn't just marrying you to Ru Ge.

He's going to leave the whole villa in your hands!

You can't disappoint him again.

You can call it abandonment.

You can call it betraying her trust.

Ying Yi is now the one I love.

I no longer have any feelings for Ru Ge.

I'm tired from the training. Leave us.

- Ying Yi-- - Senior Feng!

Leave now!

Fine... I'll leave.

Young Master Ji is so loyal to you.

You should not argue with him over me.

Young Master, this is inappropriate.

I want to act inappropriately. What of it?

Young Master, I never expected for you to marry me.

I'm already satisfied that I get to be with you every day.

Why would you seek out Young Master Feng right away?

Heartless Young Mistress. You left without a word!

Now that you just got home

did you not know we would be worried

if you sought out the heartless Young Master Feng?

I'm sorry.

We know that you're upset.

We will not stop you from taking a stroll outside the villa.

If you had but told us, we would have followed you to the ends of the world.

But then you snuck away without saying a word.

Ever since you were born, you've never left the villa.

Do you know how worried we have been since you left home?

Die Yi, I'm so sorry.

I won't ever do so again.

Xun Yi, put in a good word for me.

Young Mistress, since you left home, Die Yi couldn't sleep or eat well.

She was worried that you had gone to take your own life.

She went searching in the mountains and rivers nearby.

How am I to put in a good word for you?

Xun Yi! Why would you bring that up?

Why would she think that I was going to take my own life?

See? I told you that the Young Mistress had no reason to kill herself.

But whenever I remembered how melancholy Young Mistress was

right before she left home... I felt such pain in my heart.

I actually witnessed something strange at Blossoms House recently.

Young Master Dao of Top Blade City bought a frail maid

instead of... the many beautiful courtesans.

It felt as if I was looking at Zhan Feng and Ying Yi.

Do all men prefer frail women?

I'm just not gentle at all.

Young Mistress, why would you think that?

In my opinion, Young Master Feng isn't good enough for you.

Young Mistress, you're not to keep brooding over it!

Don't you worry. I'd never treat myself so lightly.

Xun Yi!

Xun Yi.

The both of you rarely come here.

When you don't visit us

we're all too shy to visit the Young Mistress.

We all hope that the Young Mistress and Young Master Feng can marry soon

and drive that woman out of here.

I'm here to borrow some help.

Who do you need?

When Young Mistress was away

Young Master Yi had our maids reassigned to the guest rooms.

Now that the Young Mistress is home

we're short of maids in the Plum Quarters.

- Young Master Feng. - Young Master Feng.

Xun Yi is the head of all maids.

You need not ask me for my permission.

Thank you, Young Master Feng.

I wish not for you to feel neglected if I were to relocate too many maids.

During these few days, Die Yi will manage Maple Quarters for the time being

to see to your daily routine.

All right.

Young Master.

It's getting colder. Dress warmly.

It can't be helped.

There are too few maids in the Maple Quarters lately.

We can't handle all this laundry.

It's all right, Die Yi.

I belong to Young Master Feng.

Now that we are short of servants in the Maple Quarters

it's only right that I help out.

You must make sure that you finish all these today.

There will be more tomorrow.

I understand, Die Yi.

It's such a damper to witness bullying on a great day.

Who are you? Why haven't I seen you before?

Which young master's quarters do you serve in?

Me? I don't serve in any young master's quarters.

But it's correct if you address me as Young Master.

Oh, I remember now.

You're that Young Master of the Thunderclap Sect

who shamelessly asked to stay here?

Isn't there this other young mistress of Top Blade City as well?

This little maid...

I'm forgiving enough not to hold this against you

but that Miss Dao has bad temper. It's best that you hold your tongue.

Young Master Lei, thank you for the reminder!

That young maid is even more interesting than her mistress.

I knew that you would come to see me.

How did you find out about Zhan Feng?

Is there some secret or conspiracy going on?

Did I tell you about it?

I had forgotten.

You're so--

I lied to you that day.

There truly is nothing I can do to help you.

Why would you lie to me?

Someone has been trying to kill me.

My life is in grave danger.

I can only seek refuge in the Flame Villa.

I had you investigated and I tricked you into visiting.

Do you believe that I can kick you out of here now?

Your father is my old friend.

It isn't up to you to decide whether I leave or stay now.

Everything you just said is a lie.

You're my father's old friend.

If you're being hunted down

you could have written to him to seek refuge.

Why would you play this game?

You're so smart.

Since you refuse to tell me the truth, I won't force you to.

You're so unhappy.

You might as well do without him.

You don't actually need my help.

Zhan Feng is the kind of man

who never wavers once he has made up his mind.

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