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[The Flame's Daughter]

[Episode 12]

Senior Yu! Didn't you go to see His Majesty?

Why do you look so pale?

What's wrong?

- Your Highness! - Senior Yu!

- Your Highness! - Senior Yu, what's wrong?

What happened?

Senior Yu, what is it?

Head back to my manor first... and then we'll talk.

- Senior Yu! - Quickly!

Senior Yu! Senior Yu!

Get ready.

Young Mistress!

Didn't His Highness tell us to leave the palace?

I have to find out what exactly happened.

Young Mistress, here in the palace, it isn't as simple as you think.

You mustn't barge in recklessly.

Please return to the royal manor with us first.

Look at how my senior is.

What are we to do if he suddenly falls critically ill at home?

I'm afraid we won't make it if we rush back to the palace.

If you insist on heading back there, please allow me to accompany you.

Sure, you know the palace better than I do.

Let's go.

Master Eunuch.

This is... Hasn't His Highness already left the palace?

Why... is Miss Ru Ge still here?

Master Eunuch, I'd like to ask you

if my senior met anyone else when he went to see His Majesty.

Did he eat anything?

I'm not at the liberty to say anything.

Master Eunuch, Prince Jingyuan was sent to Flame Villa as a child

to learn martial arts.

Even His Majesty believes that my father can protect him.

Can you not trust me?

I've been Prince Jingyuan's bodyguard for years.

We'd never harm His Highness.

Master Eunuch, please be honest with us.

This banquet is actually no more than a ploy.

His Majesty doesn't want more people to know that

Prince Jingyuan is severely ill.

He specially arranged this banquet.

Just now, I took Prince Jingyuan into the Imperial Study

to meet up with His Majesty and the King of Snowy Robe.

But...

As for what happened in there, I really do not know.

Where is the King of Snowy Robe now?

Is he still in the Imperial Study?

When he treated Prince Jingyuan's illness

the King of Snowy Robe also suffered an impact to his vitality.

He's returned to his quarters to get some rest.

Eunuch Liu, please take me to him.

How would I dare to do so?

The King of Snowy Robe is of a prestigious identity.

Even the princes have to address him as their elder.

How would a servant like me dare to approach him?

Eunuch Liu, I command you to take me to him.

This is...

Mentor.

Young Mistress Lie is outside and asks to see you.

Ge'er?

Invite her in.

Yes.

It really is you.

Are you very surprised?

I already recognized you when we were in the Grand Hall.

Go on.

Why have you come to see me?

- I came to see you because-- - I know!

You miss me, right?

I don't have any time for jokes.

You diagnosed Senior Yu's illness.

Am I right?

Yes.

What else have you done to him apart from that?

You actually came here to accuse me?

I didn't--

You're so close to Yu Zi Han.

He means so much to you.

Just now, in the Grand Hall, he couldn't bear to let you drink to me.

Now that his condition's worsened

you barge into the inner palace to accuse me

without any consideration of your identity.

I never suspected you.

You think that I used the excuse of healing Yu Zi Han

to harm him instead.

Senior Yu was all right when he left the banquet.

However, he threw up blood and breathed shallowly when he returned.

You do suspect me, after all.

I don't!

I grew up alongside my senior.

I can't just watch him--

In order to heal him, I drained my inner force.

Instead of showing me gratitude, you ended up suspecting me.

I can't reason with you--

Don't fight against me.

Ge'er...

You took advantage of me!

Do you really think that I've harmed Yu Zi Han?

I already said that I never suspected you!

Since returning to Luoyang

I've been so scared whenever Senior Yu's fallen asleep.

Whenever he is asleep...

I'm always frightened that he might never wake up again.

He was really unwell just now.

I even thought that he might not make it back to his manor.

I know that you saw to his illness.

It's because I trust you that I came here to ask about it.

But you refused to hear me out and even questioned me.

Forget it.

He is bound by the Frost Curse.

You discovered the cause?

I did.

I used my inner force to agitate the Frost Curse within him.

That's why he was so unwell.

He will wake up early tomorrow morning.

It's just that...

he will die very soon.

Isn't there an antidote?

It's a curse, not poison.

Poisoning can be cured.

But not a curse.

You're lying to me again.

You're all teary. How could I lie to you?

All living organisms in the world reinforce and counteract one another.

There's nothing that can't be cured.

You're just so smart.

The Frost Curse can't be undone by ordinary medication.

The only way to save him is...

through me.

You?

Keep asking.

Since the Frost Curse is so powerful

what are the consequences that you'd have to bear

if you undo the curse for him?

If I tell you that undoing the curse for him will cause me harm

will you give it up?

I will.

I'll think of some other way.

You're worried about me?

No life should be sacrificed for another.

What if the curse really takes his life?

Do you love him?

Are you scared that he might die?

He and I, we grew up together.

He's just like my older brother.

As long as I can save him...

I'm willing to exchange for his life for anything in this world.

So that he can get well.

I hope that he can have a cup of freshly brewed tea at the window.

I hope he can talk to me.

He's particularly kind.

He also endures all of his sufferings alone.

He never tells anyone about them.

The gods have been unkind to him.

I'm sorry.

I shouldn't be saying this to you.

Beg me.

What did you say?

Beg me to save your Senior Yu.

Won't you be injured if you save him?

I lied to you.

Have you forgotten what lineage I practiced under?

There's no one I can't save.

You've agreed to save him?

I was indeed quite displeased in the palace earlier on.

That night you left our flat bread stall

I followed you here to the capital.

I wanted to see if Yu Zi Han really was ill.

It's true.

At the banquet, I just wanted you to drink to me to ease me of my anger.

He intervened and even announced that he's marrying you.

So I--

How could I not get mad at him?

Look. You even came looking for me with that on.

Tell me. Shouldn't I be angry?

Senior Yu and I aren't what you think you saw.

All the princes had to drink to me.

Why were you the only one who couldn't?

We're not at Blossoms House.

You casually requested that I drink to you.

Others regard that as a humiliation to me and Senior Yu.

Fortunately, we're in the palace.

If we were in Flame Villa

not only Senior Yu, but Zhan--

They would all drink on my behalf.

Not only would they drink for me, but they might also beat you up.

That... makes sense.

It seems that I've spent too much time in Blossoms House.

I nearly forgot about such worldly customs and manners.

We've cleared things up.

Are you really willing to save him?

You haven't begged me yet.

I'm begging you...

Save my Senior Yu.

You have my word.

But on one condition.

What is it?

I'm going to a special place.

You have to come with me.

It's that simple?

It is.

Thank you.

When did His Majesty bestow this Ice Jade Cup to your prince?

His Highness brought this Ice Jade Cup back from the palace

when he met up with His Majesty.

There was also the Second Madam of the Thunderclap Sect.

Who came back with him?

The Second Madam of the Thunderclap Sect, Yan Niang.

Why did he bring her back here?

Prince Jingyang recommended her to His Majesty

to treat my young master's hearing impairment.

Judging by your reaction, is there something amiss about Yan Niang?

There's a personal grudge between us.

Lei Jing Hong mentioned to me once.

She has been trying to hunt you down.

Just a gang of rascals.

It's not worth mentioning.

This is it.

It bound Yu Zi Han to the Frost Curse.

But this Ice Jade Cup was presented to His Majesty by Prince Jingxian!

He knows His Majesty truly well.

He knew that once His Majesty received

a treasure that could enhance one's health

he would think of your prince first.

The Third Prince does have quite an insight into human minds.

When Senior Yu recovers

we'll report Third Prince to His Majesty with this evidence.

This cup is now cleansed.

It lost its effect once Yu Zi Han was cursed.

It can't act as evidence.

What should we do? Just let it go?

Why do you think Yu Zi Han is in such poor health?

It's because his mother was once a favorite.

They were jealous of her.

She had been slowly poisoned during her pregnancy.

That was why he was born with disabilities.

As for his legs

that is because a palace maid pushed him off a horse.

Senior Yu never told me about that.

I had thought that--

You thought that he was so perfect that the gods were jealous of him

and that an unjust destiny had him rendered disabled?

At the pinnacle of sovereign power and enjoying the most luxurious life

one has to put up with schemes and conspiracies no common men can withstand.

Isn't there a way to avoid all that?

There is.

Leave everything behind.

Stay far away from the Pugilist World and Imperial Court.

You should all step outside. Close the door behind you.

I have to heal your senior now.

Let's go.

- Yes. - Yes.

I trust him.

That day in the Imperial Study, His Majesty also trusted him, didn't he?

- Keep up! - Yes!

Be careful.

Safeguard the goods!

We heard you.

- Keep up! - Yes!

Miss Dao.

Zhan Feng?

Will Yin Xue save Yu Zi Han?

It's hard to tell.

Yin Xue's weakness lies in his affection for his loved one.

Back then for that woman, it was so.

Now, it's the same for Lie Ru Ge.

If it were for Lie Ru Ge

he shouldn't save Yu Zi Han all the more.

You're wrong.

Yu Zi Han and Lie Ru Ge are close as siblings.

Although Lie Ru Ge won't blame Yin Xue if Yu Zi Han dies

she could never truly fall in love with Yin Xue knowing that

he chooses not to save Yu Zi Han when he actually can.

Whether he saves Yu Zi Han or not, it will do us good either way.

Once Prince Jingyuan is dead, the Imperial Court will be chaotic.

It's the perfect timing for us to strike.

If Yin Xue draws out the Frost Curse

it will surely cause great damage to his body.

That's our perfect time to kill him.

One of them must die.

The Ice Jade Cup...

That was a great move.

Yes.

Wu Xia?

Wu Xia.

Why have you followed me here?

I saw our disciples deliver huge quantities of silver taels here.

I was afraid someone in Top Blade City had betrayed us, so I followed them here.

Supreme Master, my sister didn't know of the consequences.

Please forgive her for trespassing into Dark River Palace!

You lied.

I didn't.

You're not worried about some traitor in Top Blade City.

You suspect your eldest brother.

You've long suspected him.

Nonsense!

Supreme Master, please spare her!

Your weakness actually lies in kinship.

My parents died young.

I raised Lie Xiang on my own.

Supreme Master, I beg you to spare her this once!

Zhan Feng!

Tell me. What should I do?

I don't think... she deserves to die.

All right.

Zhan Feng has spared her.

I won't kill her then.

Dao Wu Xia, you should know very well that

once she begins to question your actions, she can't truly be loyal.

Supreme Master, rest assured.

I'll give orders to ban my sister from leaving Top Blade City.

I'll also assign my disciples to keep a close eye on her

to ensure that she won't take any absurd actions.

It's useless to restrain her.

You need to keep her mind under control.

Her mind?

Zhan Feng!

Marry her.

She's the Third Young Mistress of Top Blade City.

Marrying her will help boost your reputation in the Pugilist World.

It better qualifies you to inherit Flame Villa.

Marry her and make her have your child.

Then, she will be faithful to you and lay down her life for us.

Anye Luo's Frost Curse has now become very powerful.

What is it?

You're not pleased to be revived by me?

Thank you.

You need not thank me.

It was for your father's sake when I saved you the first time.

This time, I did it for Ge'er.

It's to repay you for looking after her for 17 years.

Whoever it might be for, I should thank you for saving my life.

Thank me later.

The Frost Curse on you still lingers.

I've only just prolonged your life for a few days, so it didn't take long.

As for what I have to say to you now, you must listen carefully.

It's because this not only concerns your life but also mine.

Please do tell, Young Master Xue.

Have you heard of Dark River Palace?

I've once heard of it.

The Frost Curse on you was cast by the Supreme Master of Dark River Palace.

This is a trap that he has laid out for me.

Could you elaborate?

The Frost Curse was cast on you specifically for me.

That's because undoing the curse will drain away much of my power.

They are waiting for me to undo the curse for you.

When I'm drained of my powers, they can then have me killed.

I'm the bait.

Yes.

But we're merely acquaintances.

Why would they assume that you'd take the risk to undo the curse?

It's because of Ge'er.

Ge'er wouldn't just let you die without trying to help.

She'd beg me for help.

Once she begged me, I'd definitely save you.

Even if I had a heart of stone and chose not to save you

Dark River Palace would be more than happy to have you dead.

You are highly influential.

Once you are dead, the Imperial Court will be in chaos

and panic will rise in the Pugilist World.

Dark River Palace has everything to gain from it as well.

Therefore...

Whether you choose to save me or not

Dark River Palace benefits from either outcome.

Exactly.

However, for the sake of Ge'er, I won't sit by and watch you die.

It's just that...

we have to put up a good show.

Sure.

Young Master Xue, what's happening?

Needless to say, I'll save him.

Ge'er, can we go now?

I'll take a look at him before we go.

- Here's the prescription. - Yes.

These are all valuable herbs.

I want you to make it known that you're buying them.

Yes.

As for you

you have to start arranging security measures in the manor.

Make sure that everyone in Luoyang knows about it.

Yes.

Senior Yu, I have to go somewhere to retrieve medication for you.

I'll be back very soon.

While I'm away, you must take good care of yourself.

You should take this back.

It must mean a lot to you, doesn't it?

You've always kept it on you.

That day in the palace, you used it to save me from embarrassment.

This belonged to my mother.

I'm sorry. I didn't know.

If I had known, I'd have returned it to you sooner.

Keep it with you.

If you keep it with you, it can serve as another form of protection.

It will set my mind at ease.

But it's a bit too big for me.

It's said that it was also too big for my mother then.

My father said that my mother used to wear it like this.

Senior Yu, why do you have a red thread on you?

Because I'm your senior.

Just because you're my senior, you could foresee this moment

and carried a red thread on you?

Ge'er, if we don't break the Frost Curse...

We will.

Whatever happens, we must save you.

But I don't wish to put you in a dilemma.

Nor do I want you to owe anyone a favor because of me.

Did Yin Xue tease you again?

Don't take what he says to heart.

He's just fond of joking around.

Although he always gets the last word, he's not unkind.

Moreover, he's also my father's friend.

Whatever happens, he will never harm us.

Can you not think too much about this anymore?

All right.

I'll set out, then.

She's the Third Young Mistress of Top Blade City.

Marrying her will help boost your reputation in the Pugilist World.

It better qualifies you to inherit Flame Villa.

Marry her and make her have your child.

Then, she will be faithful to you and lay down her life for us.

- Young Master Feng. - Is there a confidential letter?

- Yes. - Where is it from?

Young Master Feng, you can't ask about that.

And I cannot answer you.

Only Head Housekeeper Yi and Master can know of it.

Urgent letter from Luoyang.

It's from Young Mistress.

All right, you should get back to work.

Zhan Feng, you're here.

Come.

Practice a few stances with me.

Yes.

We won't wield any weapons.

We'll just practice the punches.

Don't use your inner force either.

Come.

Zhan Feng, we haven't practiced like this for a long time!

Mentor, again!

Use more strength!

Stand firmly!

Mentor.

Zhan Feng, let's go inside.

We'll have tea together.

Come.

Mentor.

I have a favor to ask of you.

Oh?

Do tell.

I'm going to send engagement gifts to marry Dao Lie Xiang.

Say that again.

I want to marry Dao Lie Xiang.

Please give me your consent.

Why are you marrying her?

When she stayed here in Flame Villa, we ran into each other a few times.

It was love at first sight.

I later ran into her in Ping An Town again.

I then had the notion of marrying her.

Did you think that I'd believe in such an excuse?

I'm doing this for Flame Villa!

We don't need you to do so!

As long as we join forces with Top Blade City

it will do much good to the Pugilist World and Flame Villa.

The best way for both families to join in alliance is through marriage.

You'd trade a lifetime of happiness in exchange for that?

Yes.

You won't regret it?

I won't regret it.

I'll ask you one last time.

If you marry Dao Lie Xiang, you can never be with Ge'er.

Have you thought it through?

Yes.

Open the door now!

Open the door now!

Open the door now!

Is there any news from Luoyang?

How are Ge'er and Zi Han?

Nothing much has happened.

I'm afraid Ge'er will be spending Lunar New Year in Luoyang.

That's good anyway.

- Yi Lang. - Godfather.

Prepare the engagement gifts.

Pick an auspicious date and make the proposal to Top Blade City.

Make the proposal?

Godfather, who is this for?

Zhan Feng is going to marry Dao Lie Xiang.

Put them down gently.

- Yes. - Open it up.

Are there 12 emerald jars?

- Yes. - Housekeeper Xun Yi.

You may all leave for now.

- Yes! - Yes!

I have questions for you.

You're the closest to Zhan Feng.

Do you have any information?

I knew that you'd ask me about that.

He brought it up to Master.

The wedding is set for February 2nd.

- So soon? - Exactly.

He's getting married as if he's going to some fair.

Hasn't he always wanted to marry Ying Yi?

Why has he changed his mind?

As the first disciple of Flame Villa, he has to consider our interests.

Besides, Flame Villa has everything to gain from joining

Top Blade City in marriage.

I don't like hearing that at all.

What... what does that mean?

Are all marriages based only on interests?

What about you?

I--

I--

It's so strange.

It's always snowing when I go past this place.

I've heard that snow at Misty Peak never melts.

Not even in a thousand years.

Is that true?

That's what people imagined.

What is it like, then?

I was taking you there but you won't join me.

Now you're asking me this?

How petty.

Those people are from Flame Villa.

Where are you going?

Greetings, Young Mistress.

Where are you delivering so many goods late at night?

Young Mistress, we're going to Top Blade City.

Top Blade City?

The roads in the mountain are all sealed off.

Only this cave can be used as shelter.

Come inside and take cover from the wind.

Thank you, Young Mistress!

Just work a bit more to unload the valuables.

We'll take them into the cave.

- Yes. - Slowly.

Here.

- Put it here. - Yes.

- Gently. - Here.

Be careful.

Why are there red ribbons on every box?

Young Mistress, these are engagement gifts.

Engagements gifts for Top Blade City?

- Yes. - My father didn't tell me.

Who's getting married? Senior Ji?

It's Young Master Feng and Third Young Mistress Dao.

Who decided on this marriage?

Young Master Feng discussed it with Master.

When is the wedding?

February 2nd.

Hand this to me.

Gently.

Get some rest soon when you're done.

Yes!

Put it over here.

- Yes. - Here.

Are you joking?

Dao Lie Xiang is marrying Zhan Feng?

That's enough.

Prepare a generous gift.

Attend the wedding on behalf of the Jiangnan Thunderclap Sect!

You want me to prepare a generous gift for Zhan Feng?

Even if I give it to him, he can't handle it.

Rascal!

You have to attend because I tell you to!

Father!

Has Dao Lie Xiang gone crazy?

It's Young Master Feng and Third Young Mistress Dao.

The wedding is on February 2nd.

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