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♫ Those people, those affairs, those palace doors ♫

♫ One step into the commotions of this world ♫

♫ Listen to the wind, listen to the rain, listen to the endless ups and downs of life ♫

♫ Destiny indeed loves us ♫

♫ Look at the dreams sealed by the kiss of time ♫

♫ Remember half the life that’s already been lived ♫

♫ In these red walls, remains one person ♫

♫ Wait for the dead of the night, wait for eternity ♫

♫ If the world is a storm, then everything in it must take refuge ♫

♫ I’ll go with you ♫

♫ Traveling across thousands of mountains, don’t be afraid of the wasteland ♫

♫ There’ll be flowers on the side of the path ♫

♫ Love and hate are too messy; simply coming and going ♫

♫ The winds and clouds have not dissipated ♫

♫ Spring and fall are long; I can finally wander this mortal world with you ♫

[Rebel Princess]

[Episode 33]

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Master, you must’ve been startled.

I’m fine. I anticipated this.

I just never thought they’d be in such a rush.

Master, we cannot stay here for too long.

Let’s go.

[Ci’an Temple]

Princess Consort, I have counted the days.

We’ve been here at Ci’an Temple for three months already.

It’s been that long?

Well, what about it?

I spoke out of turn.

I just feel that no matter how lovely Ci’an Temple is,

it’s not better than home.

Princess Consort, every time His Highness comes to visit you,

he may not urge you to return home,

but I can tell that

deep down inside, he longs for you to return soon.

What’s the matter, Jin’er?

Princess Consort, General Song Huai’en has sent one of his men here with a report.

He is coming here to visit Your Highness.

He says he is acting according to His Highness’s orders

and will deliver some things to you as he passes by.

Jin’er, you say that General Song is just passing by?

Where is he going?

I heard... he is going to the Imperial Mausoleum.

Imperial Mausoleum?

How could he be allowed in there?

This time, General Song

was given orders to escort the Prince of Anping to the Imperial Mausoleum.

Zitan?

Zitan is going to the Imperial Mausoleum?

Empress Dowager is now wielding control with the ascension of the new emperor.

If the Prince of Anping remains in the capital,

he is bound to suffer.

How pitiful. He hasn’t even fully recovered from his wounds,

yet he personally requested to mourn for the late emperor in the Imperial Mausoleum.

The Imperial Mausoleum is bitterly cold.

I don’t know if the Prince of Anping will be able to bear it.

Yu Xiu, invite General Song inside the temple to talk.

Yes.

Prince of Anping, please rest here for a bit.

I will be back shortly.

[Ci’an Temple]

Please send regards on my behalf.

Yes.

General Song—

Older Sister Jin’er.

Her Highness is right.

Some people only know how to eat and don’t remember the beatings. (Idiom: to be inattentive)

You keep making the same mistakes over and over.

The road is in front of you.

I came from behind you. How could I have been General Song?

Go ahead and laugh at me.

My admiration for General Song

is already an open secret anyway.

I might as well just admit it! I do like General Song.

That is why I’m here waiting for him.

To be honest, what right do I have to laugh at you?

Speaking of that, you have the courage to openly like someone,

to love someone,

which makes me envious of you.

Older Sister Jin’er, you speak with such sadness.

I’m guessing that you have someone you like as well, right?

The person you like isn’t General Song, is it?

That’s why you’re waiting here for him.

I wouldn’t want your General Song even if you gave him to me.

The person I like is many times better than him.

He’s even better than General Song?

Could it be... His Highness?

The only person in this world who’s better than General Song is His Highness.

- Older Sister Jin’er– - What on earth goes through that tiny head of yours all day?

There. Your General Song has arrived.

Miss Yu Xiu.

- General Song. - Miss Yu Xiu, how is your wound?

It’s much better now. I am indebted to you for your concern.

Miss Jin’er.

General Song, Princess Consort sent us here to wait for you.

Did you come here alone?

I came alone on horseback. There are too many soldiers.

I feared I would disturb Her Highness’s peace and quiet; therefore, I’ve had them all wait outside.

What about the Prince of Anping?

He is also outside.

I will deliver these goods to Princess Consort now. I’ll take my leave.

His Highness misses you dearly.

How have you been, Your Highness?

When I’m here, I pay no attention to outside matters.

It is peaceful, quiet, and I am at ease.

My condition is also much better.

Your Highness does look much better.

How is His Highness?

He has been very busy with state affairs ever since the new emperor ascended to the throne.

Every day, His Highness is kept busy until the middle of the night.

Unexpectedly, he’s even more exhausted than he was... than he was when he was at Ningshuo.

Princess Consort.

Although Ci’an Temple is peaceful, it is also somber.

Your Highness should return to the manor soon.

His Highness says nothing,

but all of us can tell that he misses you... a great deal.

Besides, His Highness also needs your care.

I have said too much.

You may be right, Huai’en.

Here...

I might be able to avoid matters for a short time,

but how could I possibly avoid things forever?

[Supreme Enlightenment]

Your Highness, please stay behind.

I still have military affairs to attend to.

I will take my leave now.

Prince of Anping...

wanted me to ask about Your Highness’s wellbeing.

How’s his injury?

It’s well.

I just hear a few coughs when the weather is cold.

I planted a bunch of orchids in the gardens near the Imperial Mausoleum.

If it is convenient for you,

go see them on my behalf.

If they are still alive, help me water them.

Take care of them.

I understand.

I shall take my leave.

Senior Maidservant Xu,

we will return to the manor tomorrow night.

Yes. Princess Consort, it is about time for you to move back to the prince’s manor.

I will send someone to notify the manor now.

Prince of Anping, the medicine has already been delivered.

Let’s set off.

Yes.

Your Majesty has such skilled hands.

- Your Majesty. - You may leave.

Yes.

Your Majesty, there is news from the north.

Was it a success?

No.

A bunch of fools.

So many people against an old exiled thing.

How could they fail?

The head of the assassins said that there were a lot of people who wanted to kill Wang Lin.

When they all started fighting, everyone thought the other was protecting him.

In the end, everyone failed.

Fools! A bunch of fools!

- Yu Xiu, bring this and this. - All right.

Her Highness finds these convenient to use.

We’re finally returning to the manor.

Ci’an Temple may be peaceful,

but it gets tiresome when one lives here a long time.

I used to always complain that the capital was noisy.

After living here and experiencing such quietness for so long,

it seems like my body is about to grow mold.

I really kind of miss the manor.

My hair smells like incense. I can’t wash it off no matter how hard I try.

You are all chattering away with no break.

Turns out that you all are sick and tired of staying here with me.

- That’s right. - Isn’t that right? - That’s right. - That’s right.

All right.

Whoever said “that’s right” must stay here and is not allowed to return.

Ladies, pack quickly

so we can set out earlier.

Reporting to Empress Dowager. The assassins I sent all possessed high martial arts skills.

Even they couldn’t make a move on him.

It is clear that those escorting the prime minister must be masters in martial arts.

Could it be...

Could it be that they are subordinates of Prince Yuzhang?

If that’s the case, then I can’t figure out

Prince Yuzhang’s methods.

According to logic, he has already saved Older Brother’s life once.

He’s already acted his part in the play he wrote for A’Wu.

It wouldn’t be Prince Yuzhang.

Perhaps... they are remnants of my older brother’s faction?

Even if the power he amassed for the past 20 some years

was taken away all at once,

it is inevitable for a few fish to slip through the net.

If it really is so, we should act soon.

We can’t give him the opportunity to take a breath.

The place he was exiled to is bleak and miserable.

The prime minister has also endured an arduous journey. I’m sure his body will not be able to take it.

We will have a greater chance of success if we make a move on him then.

Within a month, I want to hear the news I should hear.

Yes, Empress Dowager.

[Prince’s Manor]

Is that Prince Yuzhang marrying again?

Why is the red cloth blocking the view so securely?

Regional Minister Lin.

Do you know whose family’s daughter Prince Yuzhang is marrying today?

Do you also not know who it is, Regional Minister Wei?

I received the invitation only this morning.

I’m feeling pretty confused.

Regional Minister Lin, don’t forget.

Prince Yuzhang’s manor already has a mistress.

The incomparable Princess Consort Yuzhang

is not to be trifled with.

Let’s go watch the liveliness.

- Where are we going? What festivities? - Nowadays, which man doesn’t take in a concubine?

Isn’t it because Princess Consort Yuzhang isn’t there?

Princess Consort has arrived!

[Prince’s Manor]

- Move back, move back. - Move back!

Go. Move back.

Princess Consort, you are back?

If Princess Consort had not returned,

Prince Yuzhang’s Manor would have been taken over by another!

That’s not it. Princess Consort, listen to what I say.

Princess Consort, let’s go!

The Wang Clan still stands!

We will go and look for Heir Apparent! If all else fails, then we will return to Fengchi Palace!

I don’t believe Empress Dowager and the emperor will just sit back and remain indifferent!

Senior Maidservant Xu,

this is Prince Yuzhang’s Manor. I am Princess Consort Yuzhang.

What reason would there be for me to not enter my own home?

The Princess Consort has arrived!

♫ The fear of rain and tears stain your plume ♫

♫ Time chases the distance of soldiers ♫

♫ There is still a limit to what you can miss ♫

♫ Why are there guests in this world? ♫

♫ Tears can be deceiving, love is hard to fake ♫

♫ I hear the wind withers and dies as if it’s singing a thousand songs of sadness ♫

♫ In my dreams, I see you smiling like a painting ♫

♫ I’ll be going to you on my horse ♫

♫ Return to your gentleness ♫

♫ I can’t let go of my heart, I can’t let go ♫

♫ Waiting for the sea to change and wash away the burden ♫

♫ Spend time with you ♫

♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity ♫

Trust me.

♫ Waiting for the sea clouds to fade away ♫

♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫

♫ We will meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫

♫ The words of farewell fades from our lips ♫

♫ The stampede of horses is a song, bringing out a sand storm ♫

♫ If there is a horizon to yearning ♫

♫ why is it under the heavens? ♫

As everyone knows, during my wedding with Her Highness,

there was an emergency at the border

so I had no choice but to leave the capital overnight,

leaving Her Highness alone in just an empty manor.

What woman, regardless of their social standing,

wouldn’t wish for an auspicious and perfect wedding?

Unfortunately, the dignified Princess Shangyang had to marry down to a boorish fellow such as myself.

Yet on our great wedding night,

she did not even see my face one time.

That is the biggest mistake that I, Xiao Qi,

ever made in my life.

But not only did the Princess Consort pay no heed to her previous hostility,

she even saved me from calamity time and time again.

What more could a husband want when such a virtuous wife is before him?

Tonight, the Princess Consort has returned to the capital.

Without her permission, I arranged this private banquet because

I just want to repay her with a completed wedding.

From now on,

I, Xiao Qi,

will only have one woman for life, Wang Xuan.

Congratulations, Prince! Congratulations, Princess Consort! Congratulations, Prince! Congratulations, Princess Consort!

If the Grand Elder Princess’s spirit

can see this from Heaven, then that would be great.

Your Majesty, the banquet in Prince Yuzhang’s manor is not to welcome a concubine.

They’re not welcoming a concubine?

Then what kind of wedding banquet are they holding?

Today, Princess Consort Yuzhang returned to the manor.

Prince Yuzhang said that he especially arranged the banquet to make up for his regrets

over leaving Princess Consort on their wedding night.

The banquet at Prince Yuzhang’s manor was

filled with all the noble families in attendance.

He even proclaimed in front of everyone that he will never marry anyone else other than Princess Consort.

Only one woman?

That Prince Yuzhang certainly isn’t a crude and rash soldier.

His planning is very calculated as expected.

What does Your Majesty mean?

Prince Yuzhang gained power.

There are many noble families that want to get close to him.

But his resources in the capital are still limited.

The current political situation is complicated.

Whether these people are on his side or are spies,

how would he know?

This is good. In the name of being insanely in love,

he has solved a lot of problems.

Quickly put me down. They’re all looking.

I’m doting on my own woman,

why would I be afraid that others can see?

Xiao Qi.

Thank you for everything you did for me today.

You still don’t trust me?

You and I are both aware that

this marriage was only a maneuver in a greater chess game to my father.

Now that he has lost,

both the Wang Clan and the Imperial Family must look to you, Prince Yuzhang, for support.

And I, this daughter of a criminal official,

relied on this title of “Princess Consort Yuzhang”

to keep the last of my dignity intact.

The person I love is you,

not some Princess Shangyang.

Nor any one of your titles.

Even if there comes a day when you lose all of your splendor,

you will still be you, the “you” I love.

Ever since I was young,

Father and Auntie both said they loved me.

But in the end,

I still became only a chess piece in their hands.

Being born in the Wang family, it was unavoidable that you’d be used in this fight for power.

It wasn’t your fault.

Now we are husband and wife.

From now on, whether it’s a mountain of daggers or a sea of flames,

I will always be with you.

My heart is exhausted.

Don’t be afraid.

If you are tired,

I’ll carry you so we can walk together.

Something is strange with how the village dog is barking tonight.

That wretched dog probably saw some cat.

One day when I can no longer stand his barking,

I’m going to kill it and eat it for sure.

What is going on?

It’s nothing, it’s nothing. Let’s sleep, let’s sleep.

- This way. - Let’s go.

Wait! Wait!

- What is it now? - Go take a look.

Ever since that high official came,

there are always strange people appearing in our village.

I’m quite afraid.

- Quickly get up! - You’re making a fuss about nothing.

- Why are you so fussy? - Just go have a look.

What high official?

A plucked phoenix is still just a chicken.

Those who come here have all committed great crimes.

- It’s nothing. - But I don’t feel at ease.

It’s nothing, it’s nothing! Let’s sleep, all right?

- Fire! - Fire!

- Fire! - Save me!

- Save us! - Is anyone here?

- Quick someone help! - Save us! Save us from the fire!

- Save us! - Fire!

Your Majesty.

- You’re back? - Yes.

Miss Wang who was selected by the person I sent to Langya

- has been brought here. - How is she?

Didn’t you say her appearance

is 70% similar to that of the Princess Consort Yuzhang?

This is great.

Long’er has liked A’Wu for many years. No need for a 70% similarity.

Even with 30% or 40%, she is still a rare beauty.

My wish is to give the empress position

to a daughter of the Wang Clan who listens only to me.

Maiden Selection?

Yes.

Your Majesty has ascended the throne for quite some time now

and it just so happens that the empress is pregnant.

It is the empire’s greatest fortune.

However, we think that Your Majesty’s harem is currently quite scanty,

which is why the Maiden Selection ought to be held so your harem may be plentiful.

We urge you to please continue procreating for the imperial family as soon as possible.

Therefore, I and the other ministers have joined together to present a petition to Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, please accept our petition.

Your Majesty, this is inappropriate.

What is inappropriate about it?

The late emperor passed away less than 100 days ago.

The mourning period is not yet over, how can a wedding take place?

Prime Minister Wen, you are mistaken.

The late emperor valued heirs the most.

Not only is this act filial, [Gu Minwen, Eldest Grandson of the Gu Clan]

it is also an act of great filial piety.

- That’s right. He has a point. - He has a point.

This lowly subject seconds the decision.

Prince Yuzhang, you are the acting regent.

What are your thoughts on this matter?

This lowly subject will not interfere

in His Majesty’s family matters.

Report!

Reporting to Your Majesty! The Prince of Hulan has sent an envoy to the capital.

He congratulates Your Majesty on your ascension to the throne!

Did you say “Hulan”?

Let me take a look at it.

[Memorial of Envoy Introduction]

This Prince of Hulan seems like an intelligent person.

Prince Yuzhang, you have crossed swords with Hulan on numerous occasions.

You’ve probably frightened them all by now.

Aren’t they supposed to be as tough as nails and unyielding?

This time, Hulan has expressed such goodwill toward Da Cheng.

It must be because they’ve finally realized how mighty we are!

- Your Majesty is wise and brilliant! - Your Majesty is wise and brilliant!

General, the body is here.

Close it! Close it! Hurry and close it.

General, this...

It has already been burned to this state, how will we identify him?

What are we to do then?

The previous prime minister was said to be a criminal, but he was also an imperial relative.

His son-in-law is the imposing Prince of Yuzhang.

What should I do?

General, do not be anxious. The emperor is as far away as the sky. (Idiom – remote places are beyond the reach of government)

The life and death of the previous prime minister

lies entirely in your hands.

Just tell them the entire village was caught in an ambush and that everything in it was destroyed.

Then present this piece of jade to them when the time comes.

All right. Let’s do as you said.

Yes.

Don’t you need to go to the court today?

I’ve already returned. Court has been dismissed already. (Ministers gathered for morning session at 4:00 a.m.)

I see a certain beautiful lady is still lying in bed.

Get up.

Your older brother sent a message.

He said that Empress Dowager went to greet your paternal aunt and Qian’er from Langya, your hometown.

He would like you to return to his manor for a chat.

Paternal aunt and paternal cousin are here?

We haven’t seen each other in so long.

She must have grown up quite a lot.

What time is it now?

It’s the hour of Si. (The hour of Si – 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.)

It’s already that late?

You usually serve me when I change clothes.

How about for today... I serve you?

No!

- No? - No!

After breakfast,

I’ll take you back.

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Your Majesty.

How did the emperor respond?

Replying to Your Majesty. The emperor appeared to hesitate over which action to take.

That silly child.

In the end, I must still show him the way.

How did all the court officials react?

I heard... only Prime Minister Wen objected to the notion.

Prime Minister Wen?

Zhao Yun, go.

Invite the emperor here.

Yes.

Get out! Everyone, get out!

This bunch of old busybodies!

The emperor has only just ascended the throne and I have just begotten the dragon’s heir.

One by one, they’ve finally stopped repressing their true feelings

and are now trying to introduce their clan vixens into the palace to bewitch the emperor!

Your Majesty, do not worry. Do not be angry.

If you take this to heart and get angry,

won’t you be playing right into that person’s hands?

Nanny, what you say makes sense.

Perhaps I’ve become too impatient due to my pregnancy.

I was so angry I couldn’t contain myself.

Your Majesty, it’s best if you think that way.

They say an outsider can see things more objectively than the parties involved.

You have feelings for His Majesty, so naturally, you will feel trapped

and incapable of handling the situation calmly.

On the other hand, this servant is watching from the sidelines and can see everything clearly.

Since time immemorial, emperors have always had three palaces, six courtyards, and seventy-two imperial concubines.

You may be able to stop it for a moment but you will not be able to stop it forever.

♫ The fear of rain and tears stain your plume ♫

♫ Time chases the distance of soldiers ♫

♫ There is still a limit to what you can miss ♫

♫ Why are there guests in this world? ♫

♫ Tears can be deceiving, love is hard to fake ♫

♫ I hear the wind withers and dies as if it’s singing a thousand songs of sadness ♫

♫ In my dreams, I see you smiling like a painting ♫

♫ I’ll be going to you on my horse ♫

♫ Return to your gentleness ♫

♫ I can’t let go of my heart, I can’t let go ♫

♫ Waiting for the sea to change and wash away the burden ♫

♫ Spend time with you ♫

♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity ♫

♫ Waiting for the sea clouds to fade away ♫

♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫

♫ We will meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫

♫ For us, the moment that we’ve met ♫

♫ With the pace of a lifetime ♫

♫ To struggle, to worry ♫

♫ I will leave the world for your promise ♫

♫ Waiting for the sea to wash away the lead ♫

♫ Spend time with you ♫

♫ Because of you, I’ve lived a lifetime of prosperity♫

♫ When the sea has changed, the universe will already be changed ♫

♫ Home at all corners of the earth ♫

♫ We meet again in spring, autumn, winter, and summer ♫