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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:00,040 --> 00:00:04,190 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 2 00:00:04,190 --> 00:00:06,270 ~ Moonrise by Lu Hu & Huang Yali ~ 3 00:00:06,270 --> 00:00:12,350 ♫ The moonlight shines brightly on the strings of the zither that night ♫ 4 00:00:12,350 --> 00:00:18,480 ♫ You and I are teetering on the edge of loneliness ♫ 5 00:00:18,480 --> 00:00:24,760 ♫ Softly reciting the bygone days we cannot return to ♫ 6 00:00:24,760 --> 00:00:33,940 ♫ Also floating in the air is a kite with a string that has snapped ♫ 7 00:00:33,940 --> 00:00:40,100 ♫ The yearning stirs my heartstrings that night ♫ 8 00:00:40,100 --> 00:00:46,300 ♫ Love and hate whimper quietly and unrestrainedly ♫ 9 00:00:46,300 --> 00:00:52,350 ♫ To meet or not to meet, both are similarly on the edge of pain ♫ 10 00:00:52,350 --> 00:01:00,850 ♫ That umbrella that shielded me from the rain was badly damaged ♫ 11 00:01:00,850 --> 00:01:07,100 ♫ At moonrise, I meet with you ♫ 12 00:01:07,100 --> 00:01:13,090 ♫ At moonset, I could not see you anymore ♫ 13 00:01:13,090 --> 00:01:19,400 ♫ At moonrise, I endlessly yearn for you ♫ 14 00:01:19,400 --> 00:01:24,780 ♫ At moonset... at moonset... ♫ 15 00:01:24,780 --> 00:01:29,470 ♫ A millennium passes by rapidly... ♫ 16 00:01:29,470 --> 00:01:35,460 The Legend of Haolan 17 00:01:35,460 --> 00:01:38,430 Episode 23 18 00:01:38,430 --> 00:01:43,180 Princess Consort, I just don't understand why you have to bother yourself with Li Haolan. 19 00:01:43,180 --> 00:01:47,440 Why do you think I would target a lady-in-waiting who is the Empress' favorite? 20 00:01:47,440 --> 00:01:52,210 I have lived in the palace for quite some time now, but I have never seen the Empress make any overt maneuver. 21 00:01:52,210 --> 00:01:56,830 I just want to see if she will finally show her hand this time. 22 00:01:56,830 --> 00:01:59,530 You want to find out what she is capable of or willing to do? 23 00:01:59,530 --> 00:02:03,800 Not just that. I want to see 24 00:02:03,800 --> 00:02:06,830 who else will take the bait. 25 00:02:12,130 --> 00:02:16,260 Mother, you are really brilliant! Not only is elder brother feeling better, 26 00:02:16,260 --> 00:02:18,800 Royal Father has gone and visited him twice as well. 27 00:02:18,800 --> 00:02:20,810 I really haven't done anything; 28 00:02:20,810 --> 00:02:24,020 It's just that you chose the wrong moment. 29 00:02:24,020 --> 00:02:27,590 Talking about this, Prince Yu should be blamed for being stupid. 30 00:02:27,590 --> 00:02:31,960 He made a mistake and gave his older brother the opportunity to turn it around. 31 00:02:32,750 --> 00:02:34,880 Is Prince Yu stupid, 32 00:02:34,880 --> 00:02:37,360 or did someone else tell him what to do? 33 00:02:37,360 --> 00:02:40,830 Mother, what do you mean? 34 00:02:40,830 --> 00:02:44,710 There has been trouble ever since Han Qionghua entered the palace. 35 00:02:44,710 --> 00:02:47,660 She must be behind it. 36 00:02:47,660 --> 00:02:49,290 Han Qionghua? 37 00:02:49,290 --> 00:02:51,680 Your Highness, something's wrong! 38 00:02:51,680 --> 00:02:54,560 Your Highness, there is a big problem! 39 00:02:54,560 --> 00:02:56,570 Where are your manners? 40 00:02:56,570 --> 00:02:58,520 How can you barge in like this? 41 00:02:58,520 --> 00:03:02,220 Your Highness, please forgive my impertinence! 42 00:03:02,220 --> 00:03:04,060 Tell me the problem. 43 00:03:04,060 --> 00:03:06,880 His Majesty ordered Lady-in-waiting Li to perform an erotic dance for him. 44 00:03:06,880 --> 00:03:10,520 She refused, and he had her imprisoned. 45 00:03:12,030 --> 00:03:14,740 So you are saying that Haolan refused to submit to a royal command? 46 00:03:14,740 --> 00:03:17,680 It's all because of Princess Consort Han's manipulations. 47 00:03:17,680 --> 00:03:19,700 That was an obscene dance, Your Highness. 48 00:03:19,700 --> 00:03:24,110 You set the rules that Ladies-in-waiting must observe their speech and deportment. They must meet the criteria. 49 00:03:24,110 --> 00:03:28,180 If Lady-in-waiting Li were to really dance that, wouldn't it be going against your intention? 50 00:03:28,180 --> 00:03:30,470 Stop using my mother as a shield. 51 00:03:30,470 --> 00:03:34,230 Anyone who goes against His Majesty's order will be severely punished. 52 00:03:34,230 --> 00:03:39,120 Your Highness, Sister Haolan has always been loyal to you. Please save her! 53 00:03:39,120 --> 00:03:40,710 Get out. 54 00:03:40,710 --> 00:03:42,150 You are begging for her? How presumptuous. 55 00:03:42,150 --> 00:03:44,890 Men, drag her out and give her forty strokes. 56 00:03:44,890 --> 00:03:47,720 Your Highness, she is your most capable Lady-in-waiting. 57 00:03:47,720 --> 00:03:50,320 Please help her Your Highness! Your Highness! 58 00:03:50,320 --> 00:03:55,260 Please help her Your Highness! Your Highness! 59 00:03:59,510 --> 00:04:03,770 The vinegar broth today has an unique taste. 60 00:04:05,880 --> 00:04:08,250 Thank you for your compliment, Your Highness. 61 00:04:08,250 --> 00:04:14,150 Ah Zhao, what do you think about the incident regarding Haolan? 62 00:04:14,150 --> 00:04:16,380 I dare not talk about this. 63 00:04:18,130 --> 00:04:22,730 - Speak. - I feel that, as a dancer, Lady-in-waiting Li, 64 00:04:22,730 --> 00:04:25,790 by brushing off His Majesty's dignity, she has implicated you. 65 00:04:25,790 --> 00:04:29,590 Do you think she deserves the punishment? 66 00:04:29,590 --> 00:04:31,430 - I don't dare to answer. - Really? 67 00:04:32,560 --> 00:04:36,800 I heard that Haolan has been teaching you the proprieties. 68 00:04:36,800 --> 00:04:39,420 Although I sympathize with Lady-in-waiting Li 69 00:04:39,420 --> 00:04:41,910 but she has implicated you. 70 00:04:41,910 --> 00:04:44,100 I dare not beg on her behalf. 71 00:04:44,100 --> 00:04:48,370 Then...you can replace her in the future. 72 00:04:49,670 --> 00:04:51,510 Thank you Your Highness! 73 00:05:03,290 --> 00:05:06,840 - Greetings, Consort. - Princess, there's no need for the formalities. 74 00:05:06,840 --> 00:05:09,550 Are you specially here to visit Mother? 75 00:05:09,550 --> 00:05:13,380 I heard that a huge issue occurred, so I came to console Her Highness. 76 00:05:13,380 --> 00:05:16,070 - A huge issue? - You haven't heard Princess? 77 00:05:16,070 --> 00:05:20,000 Li Haolan infuriated His Majesty and has been detained. 78 00:05:20,000 --> 00:05:21,570 Isn't this considered as a huge issue? 79 00:05:21,570 --> 00:05:25,710 Such a minor issue even alarmed you? 80 00:05:25,710 --> 00:05:28,900 Haolan is Her Highness' most capable Lady-in-waiting. 81 00:05:28,900 --> 00:05:32,510 Of course I have to be concerned if something happens to her. 82 00:05:33,360 --> 00:05:37,350 Things were going well, how could such a major issue happened? 83 00:05:37,350 --> 00:05:42,700 Defying Royal Father's order, if it's someone else, she would have been beheaded. 84 00:05:42,700 --> 00:05:47,700 Royal Father merely imprisoned her. This clearly shows that he's giving her a chance. 85 00:05:47,700 --> 00:05:53,510 If her luck were to turn around again, she will be conferred as the Imperial Concubine sooner or later. 86 00:05:53,510 --> 00:05:57,830 The way I see it, Li Haolan is someone of luck. 87 00:05:57,830 --> 00:06:03,030 In the future, if she really receives the grace of His Majesty, she wouldn't be your subordinate again. 88 00:06:03,940 --> 00:06:07,980 Consort Mei, you are really worrying too much. 89 00:06:22,040 --> 00:06:25,780 Doctor, can you help Older Sister Haolan? 90 00:06:27,310 --> 00:06:31,330 You saw the result of your pleading to Her Highness and you still dare to plead again? 91 00:06:31,330 --> 00:06:33,200 One must know how to repay kindness. 92 00:06:33,200 --> 00:06:35,420 Doctor, don't forget that 93 00:06:35,420 --> 00:06:37,950 When Older Sister Haolan was rushing here and there for you, 94 00:06:37,950 --> 00:06:41,030 because of you, she had a fallout with Master. 95 00:06:41,030 --> 00:06:44,010 Because of you, she dared to offend Prince Yu. 96 00:06:44,010 --> 00:06:47,850 Other than your injuries now, don't think of anything else. 97 00:06:59,360 --> 00:07:02,700 Get up. Get up and go to work now! 98 00:07:02,700 --> 00:07:06,150 Lazy bones. 99 00:07:06,150 --> 00:07:08,150 - Hurry up. - Quickly. 100 00:07:09,870 --> 00:07:14,000 Why are you still lazing around here? I'm talking to you. Hurry up! 101 00:07:16,550 --> 00:07:18,450 Hurry up! 102 00:08:13,770 --> 00:08:16,430 Change out of your wet clothes now. 103 00:08:16,430 --> 00:08:19,820 Hurry up, don't let Lady-in-waiting Liang find out. 104 00:08:23,470 --> 00:08:25,430 Thank you. 105 00:08:40,080 --> 00:08:41,670 Thank you again. 106 00:08:43,610 --> 00:08:47,350 You won't be able to do any investigation in this kind of place. 107 00:08:47,350 --> 00:08:50,150 I'm used to it. No matter where I am, 108 00:08:50,150 --> 00:08:52,070 I merely want to live a decent life. 109 00:08:52,070 --> 00:08:55,540 How can you do this kind of stupid and rough labor? 110 00:08:55,540 --> 00:08:58,310 Look at the condition of your hands now. 111 00:08:58,310 --> 00:09:02,260 I'm fine. If they can do it, I can too. 112 00:09:02,910 --> 00:09:06,250 Lady-in-waiting Liang gave you porridge and such heavy menial task. 113 00:09:06,250 --> 00:09:07,930 Aren't you afraid? 114 00:09:07,930 --> 00:09:10,610 No. I'm not afraid of anything. 115 00:09:10,610 --> 00:09:13,980 If I fall, I can still stand up again. 116 00:09:14,870 --> 00:09:17,730 Leave now. Don't let Lady-in-waiting Liang find out. 117 00:09:17,730 --> 00:09:20,700 Lady-in-waiting Li, take care. 118 00:09:30,790 --> 00:09:33,710 Treasurer Lu, I had already done according to your instruction. 119 00:09:33,710 --> 00:09:36,050 [ Detention Centre ] 120 00:09:36,840 --> 00:09:39,030 Your reward. 121 00:09:39,030 --> 00:09:42,880 Thank you Treasurer Lu. But you really don't want Lady-in-waiting Li to know 122 00:09:42,880 --> 00:09:44,750 that it's you who is secretly helping her? 123 00:09:44,750 --> 00:09:47,510 If you reveal this, you won't get any of this again in the future. 124 00:09:47,510 --> 00:09:50,060 Yes, I understand. 125 00:10:01,350 --> 00:10:03,210 Your Highness. 126 00:10:03,210 --> 00:10:07,140 Treasurer Lu, it's good that you're here. Come here. 127 00:10:07,140 --> 00:10:08,950 Take a look at this. 128 00:10:08,950 --> 00:10:12,270 Yan and Qin have formed an alliance. I believe they will move their troops. 129 00:10:12,270 --> 00:10:16,430 In your opinion, where will the troops of Yan and Zhao meet at war? 130 00:10:22,460 --> 00:10:24,150 Wu Yuan. 131 00:10:24,150 --> 00:10:27,850 Although this is a small city but it's at the borders of Yan and Zhao. 132 00:10:27,850 --> 00:10:31,030 It originally belonged to Yan but it's now under Zhao state. 133 00:10:31,030 --> 00:10:33,430 The people of Yan has been casting their greedy eyes on this for a long time. 134 00:10:33,430 --> 00:10:35,670 They will definitely take action from here 135 00:10:35,670 --> 00:10:40,180 but you don't need to worry about the battle between Yan and Zhao. 136 00:10:40,180 --> 00:10:44,610 The king of Yan is a coward. There's currently no movement from Qin and Zhao. 137 00:10:44,610 --> 00:10:47,170 He won't move his troop too. 138 00:10:47,170 --> 00:10:51,820 If Zhao defeats Qin, the people of Yan will naturally cease all activities too. 139 00:10:51,820 --> 00:10:54,040 What if Qin defeats Zhao? 140 00:10:57,540 --> 00:11:01,690 I fear when that time comes, the people of Yan will take advantage and benefit from it. 141 00:11:02,180 --> 00:11:04,160 What you said is correct. 142 00:11:04,160 --> 00:11:06,640 The king of Yan doesn't act rashly. 143 00:11:06,640 --> 00:11:09,110 Although Han state succeeded in their strategy of instigating Yan to rebel against Zhao 144 00:11:09,110 --> 00:11:13,090 but they are merely stationing their troop at the border without any intention to attack. 145 00:11:13,860 --> 00:11:18,020 I think they are also waiting for the right time. 146 00:11:20,210 --> 00:11:21,960 Treasurer Lu, 147 00:11:24,210 --> 00:11:29,510 your appearance today isn't to discuss war tactics with me is it? 148 00:11:30,610 --> 00:11:34,100 Lu Buwei is here to discuss about Li Haolan. 149 00:11:34,100 --> 00:11:36,890 I'm already aware of it. She has angered Royal Father. 150 00:11:36,890 --> 00:11:41,180 If we save her now, it will only be adding oil to fire. 151 00:11:43,050 --> 00:11:47,180 Are you afraid of being reproached by His Majesty? 152 00:11:51,740 --> 00:11:53,570 You also know 153 00:11:53,570 --> 00:11:57,310 Older brother is now emerging from Dongshan. I need to try my best to go against him. 154 00:11:57,310 --> 00:12:00,880 If I were to infuriate Royal Father now, 155 00:12:00,880 --> 00:12:02,590 don't even mention about Haolan. 156 00:12:02,590 --> 00:12:05,110 I won't even be able to protect my life. 157 00:12:07,630 --> 00:12:10,190 What are you laughing about Treasurer Lu? 158 00:12:10,190 --> 00:12:14,740 I'm laughing that you don't understand this. 159 00:12:14,740 --> 00:12:16,070 What do you mean? 160 00:12:16,070 --> 00:12:19,880 His Majesty is only temporarily infuriated by her. He has no intention of killing her. 161 00:12:19,880 --> 00:12:24,260 If Haolan lives, she is the "eye" for Her Highness. 162 00:12:24,260 --> 00:12:26,070 Haolan's death 163 00:12:26,070 --> 00:12:28,050 her "eyes" will be cut off. 164 00:12:28,050 --> 00:12:33,410 Even more so, the princess of Han is hoodwinking everyone in the palace. 165 00:12:33,410 --> 00:12:39,120 If you antagonize her and lose Haolan, the rate of victory will be very low. 166 00:12:39,820 --> 00:12:44,280 You are right. Miss Haolan definitely helped me a lot. 167 00:12:44,280 --> 00:12:49,680 Let's do this. If I get the chance, I will definitely talk to Royal Father. 168 00:12:49,680 --> 00:12:54,330 Whether it fails or succeeds, it will depend on you. 169 00:12:55,430 --> 00:12:57,950 Prince, please be discreet. 170 00:12:57,950 --> 00:13:00,020 Don't worry Treasurer Lu. 171 00:13:07,310 --> 00:13:08,980 He left. 172 00:13:09,760 --> 00:13:14,380 This Treasurer Lu has a very clever mind. 173 00:13:14,990 --> 00:13:18,860 Mother, do you think that I should help Li Haolan? 174 00:13:18,860 --> 00:13:22,670 If you want to use Lu Buwei, you must not disappoint him. 175 00:13:22,670 --> 00:13:25,550 I'm going to ask Royal Father for mercy now. 176 00:13:25,550 --> 00:13:28,060 Foolish child, what's the hurry? 177 00:13:28,060 --> 00:13:32,070 His Majesty is furious now. You can't go now. 178 00:13:33,280 --> 00:13:35,340 About this issue 179 00:13:35,340 --> 00:13:37,500 just leave it to me. 180 00:13:37,500 --> 00:13:41,000 You mother? 181 00:13:43,400 --> 00:13:44,920 Yes. 182 00:13:59,870 --> 00:14:04,310 Haolan, it seems like you have suffered. 183 00:14:07,520 --> 00:14:09,400 Do you know why I'm here? 184 00:14:09,400 --> 00:14:11,020 Please enlighten me. 185 00:14:11,020 --> 00:14:13,180 You are a favorite of Her Highness. 186 00:14:13,180 --> 00:14:16,220 I believe you know her best. 187 00:14:16,220 --> 00:14:20,760 You helped her with many tasks. Naturally, you know a lot of her secrets. 188 00:14:20,760 --> 00:14:26,220 If you come to me, I will plead for you. 189 00:14:26,220 --> 00:14:30,410 You're a smart person. You should understand my meaning. 190 00:14:30,410 --> 00:14:32,480 Her Highness is open and righteous. 191 00:14:32,480 --> 00:14:36,620 What secrets would she has? Consort, you are thinking too much into this. 192 00:14:37,620 --> 00:14:42,420 She's open and righteous? There's no one else in this world who's scarier than her. 193 00:14:42,420 --> 00:14:46,630 Li Haolan, you still don't know this? 194 00:14:46,630 --> 00:14:51,830 Why would you need to instruct me on such unnecessary matters? 195 00:14:52,410 --> 00:14:54,440 She is really something. 196 00:14:54,440 --> 00:14:59,000 Someone who has been guided, is definitely stronger than others. 197 00:14:59,000 --> 00:15:05,450 I wonder how long you can last. Don't regret midway. 198 00:15:05,450 --> 00:15:07,160 Ladies! 199 00:15:08,920 --> 00:15:10,920 Consort, what are you doing? 200 00:15:10,920 --> 00:15:12,560 Consort! 201 00:15:16,200 --> 00:15:20,980 Do you know that woman whom you are loyal to, what a poisonous a snake she is? 202 00:15:20,980 --> 00:15:24,870 I will tell you now. She caused me to lose 203 00:15:24,870 --> 00:15:29,150 the rights to be a mother forever! 204 00:15:29,150 --> 00:15:31,690 Why are you helping her to safe guard her secrets? 205 00:15:31,690 --> 00:15:34,800 Why are you helping her to safe guard her secrets? 206 00:15:34,800 --> 00:15:37,110 Say it! 207 00:15:37,110 --> 00:15:40,370 Say it! 208 00:15:41,020 --> 00:15:43,960 I have nothing to say. 209 00:15:43,960 --> 00:15:48,020 I merely want to advise you. If you kill me today, 210 00:15:48,020 --> 00:15:51,420 your enemies will expose your evil deeds tomorrow. 211 00:15:52,250 --> 00:15:54,130 Consort, did you think clearly about this? 212 00:15:54,130 --> 00:15:56,730 How dare you all! 213 00:16:00,200 --> 00:16:05,450 His Majesty hasn't even instructed on how handle this and you dared to punish her privately? 214 00:16:07,550 --> 00:16:09,870 This is my opinion. 215 00:16:10,900 --> 00:16:13,060 Then the more you shouldn't. 216 00:16:13,060 --> 00:16:16,190 Sister Mei, how many years have you been in the palace? 217 00:16:16,190 --> 00:16:18,750 You know the rules in the palace. 218 00:16:18,750 --> 00:16:21,300 If anyone were to find out that you are here to extort a confession, 219 00:16:21,300 --> 00:16:24,310 How should you answer to His Highness? 220 00:16:24,310 --> 00:16:26,680 Did you see anyone try to extort a confession? 221 00:16:26,680 --> 00:16:28,750 Consort Yun, you are mistaken. 222 00:16:28,750 --> 00:16:32,320 Lady-in-waiting Li was careless and knocked her head on her own. 223 00:16:32,320 --> 00:16:34,530 Whether she accidentally knocked her head on her own 224 00:16:34,530 --> 00:16:37,160 or she was extorted to confess, 225 00:16:37,160 --> 00:16:41,570 Should we go to His Highness to validate this? 226 00:16:41,570 --> 00:16:45,650 Consort Yun Chisu, must you involve yourself in such minor matter? 227 00:16:47,620 --> 00:16:54,400 Older Sister Mei, you are a merciful person. Spare her life. 228 00:17:00,030 --> 00:17:03,820 I'm tired and want to rest. 229 00:17:03,820 --> 00:17:07,620 I don't have idle time to chat with you anymore. Let's leave. 230 00:17:13,630 --> 00:17:16,190 Aren't you going to leave? 231 00:17:16,190 --> 00:17:18,880 Thank you, Consort. 232 00:17:24,330 --> 00:17:28,310 Ladies, quick take a look at her wound. 233 00:17:37,530 --> 00:17:40,840 This is really very cruel. 234 00:17:40,840 --> 00:17:45,130 She even did this to an innocent person. 235 00:17:46,760 --> 00:17:48,960 Thank you very much, Consort Yun. 236 00:17:49,550 --> 00:17:54,740 You don't need to thank me. If you want to thank someone then thank yourself. 237 00:17:54,740 --> 00:17:58,190 You helped Yu'er in the past. 238 00:17:58,830 --> 00:18:01,930 I'm just paying you back for this. 239 00:18:02,810 --> 00:18:08,180 Don't worry. I will find the opportunity to plead to His Majesty for you. 240 00:18:09,680 --> 00:18:13,990 But this Consort Mei almost caused you to lose your life. 241 00:18:13,990 --> 00:18:17,740 Was it worth it for refusing to talk? 242 00:18:17,740 --> 00:18:22,940 I really don't know anything. What is there to say? 243 00:18:27,360 --> 00:18:34,120 You are a smart person. If you had revealed anything just now, 244 00:18:34,120 --> 00:18:36,630 Her Highness will be the first person who will not spare your life. 245 00:18:36,630 --> 00:18:40,790 Only by keeping her secrets, you will be able to protect your life. 246 00:18:40,790 --> 00:18:43,630 Her Highness indeed didn't misjudge you. 247 00:18:45,150 --> 00:18:47,500 Look at your injury. 248 00:18:48,230 --> 00:18:51,050 I fear you will have scars. 249 00:18:55,600 --> 00:18:57,380 Seriously. 250 00:19:05,100 --> 00:19:12,780 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 251 00:19:42,360 --> 00:19:45,850 Royal Descendant, we should go back. 252 00:19:45,850 --> 00:19:48,310 Look at the sky. It's about to rain soon. 253 00:19:48,310 --> 00:19:51,940 Your health is so bad, you shouldn't be drenched by the rain. 254 00:19:52,740 --> 00:19:55,840 I'm talking. Are you listening or not? 255 00:19:56,400 --> 00:20:00,010 If you want to play the zither, go back and play. Okay? 256 00:20:00,010 --> 00:20:02,200 Are you going to talk? 257 00:20:02,200 --> 00:20:04,790 You...what if you are drenched by the rain? I... 258 00:20:04,790 --> 00:20:07,470 I will be punished. Okay? 259 00:20:09,030 --> 00:20:11,490 You're frustrating me! 260 00:20:15,160 --> 00:20:16,940 It's him! 261 00:20:38,850 --> 00:20:41,590 Princess, why are you here? 262 00:20:41,590 --> 00:20:44,560 It's rare for you to be in such a poetic mood. 263 00:20:44,560 --> 00:20:48,480 The sound of the zither traveled a long distance and went into my heart. 264 00:20:48,480 --> 00:20:51,310 My legs refused to listen to me and brought me here. 265 00:20:51,310 --> 00:20:55,620 The combination of the rain and zither has more artistic concept. 266 00:20:56,970 --> 00:20:58,750 Don't you think? 267 00:20:58,750 --> 00:21:03,600 When one first listen to this music, it's subtle and indirectly moving. 268 00:21:03,600 --> 00:21:06,820 But after a while, the style suddenly changes. 269 00:21:06,820 --> 00:21:13,470 There's a faint sound. The metaphor is beautiful, the tone is ambiguous. Just like a soldier crossing over and struggling between life and death. It sounds very strange. 270 00:21:13,470 --> 00:21:16,670 It's raining heavily and punctuated with thunders. 271 00:21:16,670 --> 00:21:18,810 That's why one feels uneasy. 272 00:21:18,810 --> 00:21:22,790 When one feels uneasy, it's naturally so. 273 00:21:22,790 --> 00:21:26,770 Are you implying that I'm narrow minded? 274 00:21:26,770 --> 00:21:30,550 I have a new book of travel notes that I want to share with you. 275 00:21:30,550 --> 00:21:34,840 Why don't we go into the house and surround ourselves with braziers? 276 00:21:34,840 --> 00:21:38,400 We can order the servants to cook some broth to drive off your cold. 277 00:21:38,400 --> 00:21:41,250 The wind is strong here. Don't catch a cold from it. 278 00:21:41,250 --> 00:21:45,140 It's raining heavier and heavier. You should leave Princess. 279 00:22:03,220 --> 00:22:07,390 [ Detention Center ] 280 00:22:18,320 --> 00:22:20,420 [ Detention Center ] 281 00:22:35,710 --> 00:22:38,530 [ Detention Center ] 282 00:22:48,360 --> 00:22:51,460 I left the clothes in the room. Go in and change. 283 00:23:12,830 --> 00:23:14,770 Princess! Let go. 284 00:23:14,780 --> 00:23:16,070 - Let go of your hands. - Don't move! 285 00:23:16,070 --> 00:23:17,110 - Let go! - If you move once more, 286 00:23:17,110 --> 00:23:18,720 -Let... - I'll scream. 287 00:23:18,720 --> 00:23:21,920 That way everyone will know that I'm inside your room. 288 00:23:22,790 --> 00:23:24,470 Why are you here? 289 00:23:24,470 --> 00:23:28,850 Only your room has the ink and bamboo fragrance. I like this place very much. 290 00:23:28,850 --> 00:23:30,920 - Please let go of your hands Princess. - No, I won't. 291 00:23:30,920 --> 00:23:33,290 - Princess! - I won't! 292 00:23:33,290 --> 00:23:36,520 If you give me a kiss, I will release you. 293 00:23:36,520 --> 00:23:38,960 Men and women shouldn't touch each others. It's not appropriate... 294 00:23:38,960 --> 00:23:40,740 - Then I won't let go. - Princess, let go! 295 00:23:40,740 --> 00:23:43,880 Let me tell you, I have already ordered them to lock the door. 296 00:23:43,880 --> 00:23:46,950 Royal Descendant, forget about trying to escape. 297 00:23:46,950 --> 00:23:49,320 Just give me a kiss will you? 298 00:23:50,480 --> 00:23:54,370 Fine. Let go of your hands first. 299 00:23:54,370 --> 00:23:58,670 I'll let go of you. After you've kissed me, I'll have them open the door. 300 00:23:58,670 --> 00:24:01,750 Fine, you let go first. 301 00:24:21,130 --> 00:24:23,170 Close your eyes. 302 00:24:35,010 --> 00:24:36,290 Yiren! 303 00:24:36,290 --> 00:24:38,960 Yiren, you bastard! 304 00:24:39,780 --> 00:24:41,490 Yiren! 305 00:24:44,720 --> 00:24:46,910 Where's the Royal Descendant? 306 00:24:46,910 --> 00:24:48,900 What are you looking for? 307 00:24:48,900 --> 00:24:51,790 I'm a princess of Zhao state. How could I be that publicly devoted? 308 00:24:51,790 --> 00:24:54,080 I was only teasing him. 309 00:25:14,590 --> 00:25:16,380 You're here? 310 00:25:19,250 --> 00:25:21,310 You wanted me to come tonight. 311 00:25:22,540 --> 00:25:24,390 What exactly do you want? 312 00:25:24,390 --> 00:25:29,250 You clearly knew I have a scheme. Why are you still here? 313 00:25:29,250 --> 00:25:31,970 Because I have something to ask you. 314 00:25:32,560 --> 00:25:36,830 Ask then. You, first. 315 00:25:36,830 --> 00:25:41,920 Between Qin and Han states, what evil plan do you have? 316 00:25:47,860 --> 00:25:53,770 If Qin state wins, everything will return to Han state. 317 00:25:53,770 --> 00:25:55,790 You even believe this? 318 00:25:55,790 --> 00:25:58,380 You and Lu Buwei are making use of each other. 319 00:25:58,380 --> 00:26:02,990 Once this is successful, will you really release the Royal Descendant of Qin? 320 00:26:04,470 --> 00:26:11,520 You should give me an honest answer or else, I will never answer your question. 321 00:26:12,420 --> 00:26:14,060 I wouldn't. 322 00:26:15,850 --> 00:26:21,440 Once you obtain the throne, Royal Descendant Qin will come in handy. 323 00:26:21,440 --> 00:26:24,320 Yes, this is the truth. 324 00:26:24,320 --> 00:26:29,980 Tell me. Did Han and Yan colluded much earlier? 325 00:26:29,980 --> 00:26:34,850 As of now, Qin and Zhao are on one side. 326 00:26:34,850 --> 00:26:38,950 Zhao has a slight upper hand over Yan. With this kind of situation, 327 00:26:39,650 --> 00:26:42,920 of course, Yan and Han states have a common enemy and hatred. 328 00:26:42,920 --> 00:26:45,620 It's indeed just as I expected. 329 00:26:45,620 --> 00:26:47,880 In your heart, 330 00:26:48,680 --> 00:26:54,380 is Zhao state more important or the throne more important? 331 00:26:56,210 --> 00:26:58,620 Answer me honestly, 332 00:26:59,470 --> 00:27:04,150 or else the discussion for today stops here. 333 00:27:07,980 --> 00:27:09,630 The throne. 334 00:27:11,930 --> 00:27:13,270 What are you laughing at? 335 00:27:13,270 --> 00:27:16,880 If you lose the war, the state will 336 00:27:16,880 --> 00:27:21,080 lost its position. Your life can't be guaranteed too. 337 00:27:21,080 --> 00:27:26,250 It's so ridiculous but realistic. Why wouldn't I laugh? 338 00:27:27,480 --> 00:27:28,710 Wait. 339 00:27:28,710 --> 00:27:31,190 What else are you trying to do? 340 00:27:33,000 --> 00:27:35,110 You haven't asked yet. 341 00:27:36,080 --> 00:27:40,080 What is your other motive for coming to Zhao state? 342 00:27:41,650 --> 00:27:46,620 Your question is very impressive. What will you do if I don't want to answer it? 343 00:27:46,620 --> 00:27:48,850 Don't talk about this again then. 344 00:27:56,500 --> 00:27:58,260 What are you doing? 345 00:28:00,280 --> 00:28:03,330 Don't leave. I'm very scared. 346 00:28:06,550 --> 00:28:14,270 That day at the banquet, you kept looking into my eyes with affections. 347 00:28:14,270 --> 00:28:19,660 Regarding this, it seems like you didn't even know about this. 348 00:28:20,530 --> 00:28:22,890 I didn't. I didn't! 349 00:28:22,890 --> 00:28:29,720 Prince, I thought we fell into love at first sight. If not, 350 00:28:31,290 --> 00:28:36,850 every time when I was in danger, why would you be attracted to me like a moth flying into the light? 351 00:28:37,560 --> 00:28:42,970 By doing this, was it really for the Zhao state? 352 00:28:56,030 --> 00:29:03,420 Don't say anything. At least for tonight, don't leave me. 353 00:30:20,320 --> 00:30:22,350 Prince, you are afraid. 354 00:30:25,090 --> 00:30:27,670 Princess, you are indeed very good in tricks. 355 00:30:28,290 --> 00:30:34,440 Last night, did you use a seducing fragrant or something else? 356 00:30:34,440 --> 00:30:39,460 My only trick was to confuse your heart. 357 00:30:42,970 --> 00:30:44,800 Consort Han. 358 00:30:47,690 --> 00:30:49,860 I lost my head yesterday 359 00:30:51,640 --> 00:30:54,410 and committed such a major traitorous act. 360 00:30:56,440 --> 00:30:59,180 Go and tell my Royal Father. 361 00:30:59,180 --> 00:31:03,630 I'm willing to accept punishment of being hacked to thousand pieces for my sin. 362 00:31:04,230 --> 00:31:08,270 Starting from today, call me Qionghua. 363 00:31:08,270 --> 00:31:10,000 What did you say? 364 00:31:10,000 --> 00:31:13,630 Last night, when you were lost during the moment of passion, 365 00:31:13,630 --> 00:31:15,870 didn't you keep screaming my name? 366 00:31:15,870 --> 00:31:18,790 Shut up! 367 00:31:19,640 --> 00:31:22,330 Prince wants to kill me? 368 00:31:22,330 --> 00:31:26,360 I hate you and want to kill you now. 369 00:31:26,360 --> 00:31:29,650 And burn your bones to ashes later. 370 00:31:29,650 --> 00:31:32,100 Prince, why do you need to be full of hatred? 371 00:31:32,930 --> 00:31:38,510 If you want the throne, we can collaborate together. 372 00:31:40,730 --> 00:31:44,600 It's daylight. You should leave. 373 00:31:44,600 --> 00:31:49,560 Luzhu, escort the Prince out. 374 00:31:52,800 --> 00:31:54,420 Wait. 375 00:31:59,110 --> 00:32:01,030 You regretted? 376 00:32:05,300 --> 00:32:10,290 Starting from today, this word "Qionghua", 377 00:32:12,180 --> 00:32:18,210 will be deeply imprinted here, forever in life and death. 378 00:32:38,570 --> 00:32:40,780 Consort, this... 379 00:32:40,780 --> 00:32:45,560 It's just a game. I won't keep it in my heart. 380 00:32:45,560 --> 00:32:47,940 You don't need to sigh. 381 00:32:47,940 --> 00:32:49,760 I don't understand. 382 00:32:49,760 --> 00:32:54,370 For certain men, you must first tempt them 383 00:32:54,370 --> 00:32:59,250 and aggressively attack his willpower till he completely surrenders. 384 00:32:59,250 --> 00:33:01,290 For example, Zhao Dan. 385 00:33:01,290 --> 00:33:03,600 As for some, 386 00:33:03,600 --> 00:33:08,350 it's the reverse. For example... 387 00:33:08,350 --> 00:33:12,280 But Prince Yu seems to be really enchanted by you. 388 00:33:12,280 --> 00:33:15,490 Love is just like a chess game. 389 00:33:15,490 --> 00:33:20,620 Either you eat me or I swallow you. 390 00:33:20,620 --> 00:33:24,950 There will be excitement only if there's a victory or defeat. 391 00:33:24,950 --> 00:33:26,670 Remember this. 392 00:33:27,370 --> 00:33:34,360 In this game of love, Prince Yu is just a pawn. 393 00:34:07,690 --> 00:34:08,970 Prince. 394 00:34:08,970 --> 00:34:11,940 Scram. Get lost! 395 00:34:20,350 --> 00:34:23,030 Your Highness, Physician Yin has requested to see you. 396 00:34:23,030 --> 00:34:25,620 - Let her in. - Yes. 397 00:34:31,650 --> 00:34:33,700 Greetings, Your Highness. 398 00:34:35,560 --> 00:34:38,720 Alright, everyone can leave. 399 00:34:38,720 --> 00:34:40,530 Yes. 400 00:34:48,610 --> 00:34:53,470 - Are you okay? - Thank your for your concern. I'm fine. 401 00:34:54,860 --> 00:34:59,360 Haolan, do you know that for the past few days, 402 00:34:59,360 --> 00:35:01,410 I have blocked many hidden arrows for you? 403 00:35:01,410 --> 00:35:04,000 The food that was delivered by the people from Rising Sun palace, 404 00:35:04,000 --> 00:35:06,740 there were many hidden killing opportunities in there. 405 00:35:07,620 --> 00:35:09,890 I will be extra careful in the future. 406 00:35:09,890 --> 00:35:14,520 You know too much. Even Her Highness wants to kill you to silence you. 407 00:35:14,520 --> 00:35:17,590 Without any concrete evidence, I dare not suspect Her Highness. 408 00:35:17,590 --> 00:35:21,810 How can you be so stupid? She wants to kill you and you are still speaking up for her? 409 00:35:21,810 --> 00:35:25,430 Consort, it's not that I'm not willing to talk. 410 00:35:25,430 --> 00:35:28,030 I really don't know anything at all. 411 00:35:28,710 --> 00:35:33,240 Forget it. If you don't want to talk, I won't force you. 412 00:35:33,240 --> 00:35:36,790 But you can't stay here. 413 00:35:38,380 --> 00:35:39,960 You want me to escape? 414 00:35:39,960 --> 00:35:42,620 This is the only solution. 415 00:35:45,830 --> 00:35:47,530 This is...? 416 00:35:48,880 --> 00:35:54,250 Originally, I kept worrying and wondered if I should take a major risk 417 00:35:54,250 --> 00:35:57,960 but with the current situation, I have no choice now. 418 00:35:59,780 --> 00:36:04,360 Lu Buwei wants me to tell you that tonight, between 11 pm to 1 am, you must rush to White Tiger Gate. 419 00:36:04,360 --> 00:36:09,070 Hand this handkerchief to the guard. He will let you leave the palace safely. 420 00:36:09,070 --> 00:36:12,370 As for the Detention Centre, I will make the proper arrangements 421 00:36:12,370 --> 00:36:14,490 and not let anyone find out. 422 00:36:15,440 --> 00:36:19,880 Haolan, this is the only solution for you to live. 423 00:36:19,880 --> 00:36:22,080 - But I... - Don't hesitate. 424 00:36:22,080 --> 00:36:25,060 Remember this. You can leave the palace with this handkerchief as the evidence. 425 00:36:25,060 --> 00:36:27,400 Don't lose it. 426 00:36:28,890 --> 00:36:33,090 If you don't trust me, don't you trust Lu Buwei then? 427 00:36:37,970 --> 00:36:40,860 [ White Tiger Gate ] 428 00:36:55,000 --> 00:36:57,890 Between 11 pm to 1 am tonight, you must rush to White Tiger Gate. 429 00:36:57,890 --> 00:37:01,130 Hand this handkerchief to the guard. 430 00:37:02,650 --> 00:37:04,660 Haolan. 431 00:37:17,300 --> 00:37:20,370 What's wrong? Not escaping anymore? 432 00:37:20,370 --> 00:37:25,930 You should know if you take another step, you will be shot with ten thousands of arrows. 433 00:37:43,100 --> 00:37:47,660 I heard the both of you are very interested in the people at Rising Sun palace. 434 00:37:47,660 --> 00:37:50,150 You took a lot of efforts. 435 00:37:50,150 --> 00:37:54,020 You tried to dig out secrets from my staff. 436 00:37:54,020 --> 00:37:56,680 Why would you need to take so much efforts? 437 00:37:56,680 --> 00:38:02,170 If there are any questions, you can ask me directly. Isn't that so? 438 00:38:02,170 --> 00:38:03,940 Your Highness, I... 439 00:38:03,940 --> 00:38:05,510 Haolan. 440 00:38:05,510 --> 00:38:06,830 I'm here. 441 00:38:06,830 --> 00:38:10,350 You went against the palace rules and tried to leave the palace on your own. 442 00:38:10,350 --> 00:38:13,560 Did someone guide you? 443 00:38:16,760 --> 00:38:21,400 When I saw that it was guarded loosely, I secretly sneaked out. 444 00:38:22,560 --> 00:38:24,590 No one helped me. 445 00:38:25,320 --> 00:38:29,960 Fine, accept your punishment then. 446 00:38:29,960 --> 00:38:31,730 Men. 447 00:38:40,590 --> 00:38:42,530 Beloved Consort. 448 00:38:42,530 --> 00:38:45,760 Beloved Consort. Last night, a big group of ministers tagged along with me 449 00:38:45,760 --> 00:38:48,420 to discuss business with me. 450 00:38:48,420 --> 00:38:51,000 I snubbed you. 451 00:38:52,700 --> 00:38:56,560 You won't blame me, right? 452 00:38:56,560 --> 00:38:58,360 Of course, I won't. 453 00:38:58,360 --> 00:39:02,620 I know you are very tolerant. 454 00:39:04,120 --> 00:39:06,400 Slowly. 455 00:39:09,950 --> 00:39:11,870 Your Majesty, Treasurer Lu requests to see you. 456 00:39:11,870 --> 00:39:15,710 I'm not seeing him. Look at the time now and he's still putting in this request? 457 00:39:16,850 --> 00:39:20,720 Your Majesty, Treasurer Lu must have an urgent matter. 458 00:39:20,720 --> 00:39:24,350 There's no harm in hearing what he has to say. 459 00:39:24,350 --> 00:39:26,050 Relay my message. 460 00:39:26,050 --> 00:39:27,570 Yes. 461 00:39:33,400 --> 00:39:35,000 Your Majesty. 462 00:39:36,430 --> 00:39:41,730 I took the risk to disturb you. It was a last resort. Your Majesty, please forgive me. 463 00:39:41,730 --> 00:39:43,430 What's the matter? 464 00:39:43,430 --> 00:39:47,910 Your Majesty, Her Highness wants to execute Lady-in-waiting Li. 465 00:39:48,610 --> 00:39:50,990 Isn't Haolan in Detention Centre? 466 00:39:50,990 --> 00:39:54,770 I merely wanted to teach her a lesson. I didn't want her life. 467 00:39:54,770 --> 00:39:59,180 Your Majesty is kind. Someone is cruel. 468 00:40:00,190 --> 00:40:02,170 Prepare the sedan. 469 00:40:03,200 --> 00:40:06,200 Your Majesty can't sit still? 470 00:40:07,350 --> 00:40:09,430 Why not go and take a look? 471 00:40:10,740 --> 00:40:12,540 I'm not going anymore. 472 00:40:15,320 --> 00:40:18,080 I'm not a petty person. 473 00:40:18,950 --> 00:40:20,770 Your Majesty, please go. 474 00:40:22,360 --> 00:40:24,460 Quick. 475 00:40:28,510 --> 00:40:32,510 Consort, you are right. By releasing Li Haolan, 476 00:40:32,510 --> 00:40:35,390 we indeed caught a fish. 477 00:40:35,390 --> 00:40:38,250 All kinds of rogues are running wild. 478 00:40:51,990 --> 00:40:54,060 Whoever dares to defy the rules of the palace, 479 00:40:54,060 --> 00:40:58,020 I won't mind sending her to death with her. 480 00:41:00,150 --> 00:41:04,350 This...what is this? 481 00:41:04,350 --> 00:41:06,070 This... 482 00:41:06,070 --> 00:41:09,840 Didn't Your Majesty wanted to punish Haolan? I'm taking action now. 483 00:41:09,840 --> 00:41:12,190 I was only angry for a moment. 484 00:41:12,190 --> 00:41:15,750 Did I say I would use this method to punish her? 485 00:41:16,620 --> 00:41:19,740 Quick, release her. 486 00:41:19,740 --> 00:41:22,670 Did you hear me? Release her! 487 00:41:22,670 --> 00:41:26,540 Your Majesty, Haolan has committed many sins. 488 00:41:26,540 --> 00:41:31,620 Last night, she even plotted to leave the palace on her own. 489 00:41:31,620 --> 00:41:34,750 No, it's my fault. 490 00:41:34,750 --> 00:41:38,700 But using this method to punish her is even worse. 491 00:41:38,700 --> 00:41:42,730 I can't bear to see all these scorpions. 492 00:41:42,730 --> 00:41:44,440 Your Majesty wants to forgive her? 493 00:41:44,440 --> 00:41:45,680 Yes. 494 00:41:45,680 --> 00:41:47,090 You don't blame her? 495 00:41:47,090 --> 00:41:49,260 Regardless of what mistakes she made, I don't blame her. 496 00:41:49,260 --> 00:41:51,630 Then...I will release her. 497 00:41:51,630 --> 00:41:54,740 Alright, release her! 498 00:42:04,900 --> 00:42:07,960 Look, such a beauty. 499 00:42:07,960 --> 00:42:10,370 How could you do this to her? 500 00:42:12,910 --> 00:42:15,000 Your Majesty. 501 00:42:16,550 --> 00:42:21,000 You are so vicious even to poison her. 502 00:42:21,820 --> 00:42:25,050 Do you think I didn't know what you did? 503 00:42:25,050 --> 00:42:28,630 Men. Those Ladies-in-waiting who are involved in the lynching, 504 00:42:28,630 --> 00:42:31,630 flog them eighty times and expel them from the palace. 505 00:42:31,630 --> 00:42:33,710 Your Majesty, spare my life. 506 00:42:33,710 --> 00:42:37,410 Your Majesty, spare my life. 507 00:42:37,410 --> 00:42:39,530 Your Majesty, spare my life. 508 00:42:40,370 --> 00:42:42,170 Your Majesty. 509 00:42:43,530 --> 00:42:48,930 Consort Mei, you just witnessed what happened. 510 00:42:48,930 --> 00:42:54,420 Do you still want to try the ability of Rising Sun palace? 511 00:42:54,420 --> 00:42:58,560 Your Highness, I know my mistake now. I wouldn't dare to do it again. 512 00:42:58,560 --> 00:43:00,730 Your Highness, please forgive me. 513 00:43:00,730 --> 00:43:04,570 I punish with a year. Go back and self reflect in seclusion. 514 00:43:04,570 --> 00:43:08,470 Yes, Your Highness. I will go back 515 00:43:08,470 --> 00:43:10,790 and do self reflections. 516 00:43:16,900 --> 00:43:21,710 After all the talk, isn't this still just a little trick. 517 00:43:21,710 --> 00:43:24,660 The gatekeeper who was bribed, 518 00:43:24,660 --> 00:43:30,180 let him see the handkerchief and kill the person later. 519 00:43:31,400 --> 00:43:40,980 Subtitles brought to you by The Scintillating Team @ Viki.com 520 00:43:40,980 --> 00:43:43,330 ~ Immortalization by Gao Yu'er ~ 521 00:43:43,330 --> 00:43:48,940 ♫ Where have the surging clouds and the rising winds gone? ♫ 522 00:43:48,940 --> 00:43:54,500 ♫ Do not grieve over the separation because of being forced to move and wander ♫ 523 00:43:54,500 --> 00:44:00,160 ♫ In this lifetime, we will keep on seeking because of love ♫ 524 00:44:00,160 --> 00:44:05,860 ♫ It’s difficult to reminisce about the splendid times that slipped away ♫ 525 00:44:05,860 --> 00:44:08,680 ♫ In retrospection with a faint smile, that beautiful countenance caused the city's downfall ♫ 526 00:44:08,680 --> 00:44:11,470 ♫ And a sweeping upheaval all across the vast nation ♫ 527 00:44:11,470 --> 00:44:14,340 ♫ In a dimming dream of an illusionary bright moon ♫ 528 00:44:14,340 --> 00:44:17,160 ♫ We have given our promises to each other in this lifetime ♫ 529 00:44:17,160 --> 00:44:20,030 ♫ In the complete decline of prosperity, watching the passing of thousands of sails ♫ 530 00:44:20,030 --> 00:44:22,860 ♫ With affection, perhaps we could wait to be connected again ♫ 531 00:44:22,860 --> 00:44:25,610 ♫ Like the zither and the harp that play in perfect harmony, let’s grasp each other's hand to stay together ♫ 532 00:44:25,610 --> 00:44:31,980 ♫ Wishing for you and me to be immortalized with the wind... ♫ 533 00:44:51,000 --> 00:44:53,920 ♫ In retrospection with a faint smile, that beautiful countenance caused the city's downfall ♫ 534 00:44:53,920 --> 00:44:56,720 ♫ And a sweeping upheaval all across the vast nation ♫ 535 00:44:56,720 --> 00:44:59,460 ♫ In a dimming dream of an illusionary bright moon ♫ 536 00:44:59,460 --> 00:45:02,400 ♫ We have given our promises to each other in this lifetime ♫ 537 00:45:02,400 --> 00:45:05,230 ♫ In the complete decline of prosperity, watching the passing of thousands of sails ♫ 538 00:45:05,230 --> 00:45:08,000 ♫ With affection, perhaps we could wait to be connected again ♫ 539 00:45:08,000 --> 00:45:10,870 ♫ Like the zither and the harp that play in perfect harmony, let’s grasp each other's hand to stay together ♫ 540 00:45:10,870 --> 00:45:18,000 ♫ Wishing for you and me to be immortalized with the wind... ♫ 47753