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♫ The Spring breeze blows through the world, making the willows sway and the peach blossoms glitter ♫

♫ The legends in books are always heartwarming and amazing ♫

♫ Who put pen to paper and wrote "it's never too late to meet" ♫

♫ When I look back, there's someone smiling sweetly at me ♫

♫ Having you with me in this mortal world adds a touch of intensity to this depth of love ♫

♫ Whether it's a whirlwind or dull life, I have no regrets in my life ♫

♫ Let's set a date for the next hundred years, but don't forget to be present in our youth ♫

♫ May we live up to the fleeting years, every day and every night together ♫

♫ It turns out we met before in between a moment and a thought ♫

♫ He sends her a thousand words in writing, and she left a set of stories ♫

♫ The zither's sound is like water with the light's shadow as a dream, all worldly affairs are insightful ♫

♫ Enjoying the scenery and mountains with you ♫

♫ For the rest of my life, my mundane world is fulfilled ♫

♫ I'll wait till the Spring breeze arrives ♫

♫ That's when I'll know your deep love with just one thought ♫

[Imperial College]

[A Female Student Arrives at the Imperial College]

[Episode 12]

[Xishi Pavilion]

Yan Xiaolang!

- Morning. - Morning.

Yan Yan.

Have you seen the Vice Principal? I can't find him anywhere.

Relax. We have law class later. You'll see him soon.

You're right.

- Scholar Feng is here. - Stand up.

Good morning, Scholar Feng.

Good morning. Please have a seat.

The end of harvest break signals the coming of the imperial examination.

It's time for you to focus and do your revisions.

Therefore, from today onwards,

you will have classic literature and divination classes in the morning,

critical thinking and writing classes in the afternoon until the day of the exam.

B-B-But... what about martial arts classes?

Canceled.

And law classes?

Also canceled.

How am I supposed to talk to Vice Principal?

All right. Settle down.

Class will begin now.

My happiness...

Vice Principal.

What happened between you and Lan...

So you know?

Vice Principal. I want to ask you,

- if I— - Vice Principal!

Qing Xuan is looking for you. He's waiting for you by the entrance.

What do you want to know?

Well... he appears to be in a hurry.

- I... - Vice Principal?

I...

Vice Principal?

- I... - Vice Principal.

Vice Principal, go do your work.

We'll speak another day.

♫ Then I'll have everything in this life ♫

♫ If I start missing what was in the past, that will have been my mistake ♫

♫ With all that I am, I can't do that ♫

♫ As promised, this is a perfect story ♫

♫ I've also accepted that this life was meant to be reincarnated ♫

♫ Even if love is faint, I want to explore and give it a try ♫

♫ Develop it into something deeper ♫

Young Master Qing Xuan.

Young Master Qi.

How odd.

Normally, after a busy day, you should look exhausted.

But now, you look rejuvenated and happy,

as if something great just happened.

But if that's the case,

the glare you gave me just now is scaring me.

You got everything right.

Something great was happening, but you ruined it.

What do you mean?

Forget about it.

Why are you here?

I'll tell you on the way.

[Imperial College]

Hold on. I'll explain it to you in a bit.

This is so hard to remember.

Scholar Feng said you need to memorize it like this.

A'Qi.

Zhuo Wenyuan, when did you come back?

I just got back.

If you're free later, let's go to Qingfeng Restaurant.

It's been a while.

Come on. It's only been a few days.

However, since you just came back from a long journey,

I'll treat you this time. Let's go.

Let's go.

You were so urgently looking for just so we could eat together?

I'm not the one who wanted to see you.

Who then?

Miss, this way, please.

Lan wanted to see you.

I'll leave you two alone. I'll leave first.

Remember to pay the bill.

Lan. You...

I'm not here to give you trouble.

It's serious business.

This is what Song Jiayin gave me at my birthday party.

I found some white powder on the fabric sheet used to wrap the present.

Upon closer inspection, the powder is confirmed to be a plant extract from Xizhao.

Xizhao?

I know you're investigating this case.

That's why I came to give you this info.

You're implying that this powder is similar to the poison we investigated earlier?

It's different from the one before.

In powdery form, it is an addictive hallucinogen.

The plant from which the powder is extracted comes with a hefty price too.

So you're saying Xizhao cultivated these plants for profit?

That's right.

In recent years, there has been news of people taking these powders near Bianjing,

but it's hard to find the source.

Can someone cultivate this plant in Bianjing?

The climate of Bianjing is hostile towards this kind of plant.

If you want to cultivate it, you'll need a specific environment.

I see.

I'll ask Yan Sanlang to follow this lead.

Thanks, Lan.

Yunzhi, you need to be extra careful.

Don't make me worry.

If you need my help, just ask me.

I'll take my leave then.

No need to see me off lest someone sees us and spreads rumors.

Thank you.

- A'Qi. - Lan.

Young Master Zhuo. What a coincidence, you're here as well.

I didn't know Yunzhi invited you two as well. Or else, I would have stayed a bit longer.

Oh, no. He didn't invite us.

But I heard that Young Master Qing Xuan was looking for him.

A'Qi.

Zhuo Wenyuan.

I just came back from the south.

A'Qi brought me to Qingfeng Restaurant to welcome me back.

Who knew we would bump into Lan and you here.

When I just got back, I heard that the Yan and Su family had a falling out.

It looks like you can't believe this rumor.

Right, Lan?

Yunzhi.

Judging from Young Master Zhuo's weary expression, he must be exhausted.

Let's not disturb them.

That's true right, A'Qi?

Instead of going home I came to see you. If I don't get something eat soon, I'm going to starve to death.

Let's go.

Miss.

Miss, what are you doing venturing out this late at night with a sword?

I...

I worry that sword techniques Master taught me are getting rusty,

so I decided to come practice.

Miss, Miss!

Did things not go well between you and Vice Principal Yan?

No, not at all. We didn't even talk.

Didn't you say asking him is just as bad as not asking him?

Why did you chicken out in the last minute?

I take it back. Asking him is bad.

Not asking him means the answer can never hurt me.

Also, why are you here?

Instead of sleeping, why are you out here with some pruning shears?

I... I saw this plant was too tall.

So I'm pruning it a bit.

Just say you're seeing Lan.

Why have Yan Xiaolang say that it's Young Master Qing Xuan looking for you?

Yes, I chickened out. But why didn't you give me an explanation?!

Also, you rejected Lan,

but that doesn't mean you're into me! Right?

Exactly. You lied to me and you refused to give me an explanation.

Who am I to you?

- That feels good. - Indeed.

What happened?

Yan Xiaolang got on your nerves?

Where would he have time to do that?

I heard he's busy preparing for his proposal.

Didn't he say he'd postpone it?

Who knows?!

That girl is from a noble family and looks pretty too.

Who knows, Yan Xiaolang is probably over the moon now.

But him? He's just a spoiled, arrogant playboy.

A dumb one at that.

His looks... His looks are only okay.

She's not going to be into him.

In my opinion Yan Xiaolang isn't bad.

At least he's simple,

unlike someone else.

Miss, what happened?

Don't even bring it up.

Let's go to bed.

Close the door!

[Imperial College]

Lian Pian.

You insisted on sending me to school today.

Are you looking for someone or do you have something to tell me?

So who in the Imperial College tickles your fancy today?

I can pair you up.

As long as it's not me

because my heart belongs to someone else already.

Zhuo Wenyuan, are you still drunk from yesterday's wine?

You're still talking like you're drunk.

See? If you compare them, Yan Xiaolang feels a lot better, doesn't it?

If he had Young Master Zhuo's looks, that'd be even better.

So our Lian Pian is into Yan Xiaolang.

Oh no! Oh no!

Sang Qi, you don't know yet, right?

Song Luotian set his horse against Yan Yan.

- What? - What?

- Is he okay? - I don't know.

But I heard he was gravely injured and has to convalesce at home.

This Song Luotian, it's fine if he wants to throw his temper tantrums at school,

but now he's dared to use his horse to hurt someone.

Don't worry.

The culprit is here.

Song Luotian!

Calm down, Miss.

Nice one, Song Luotian.

You disregarded our camaraderie and was cruel enough to hurt someone.

What did Yan Yan ever do to you?!

He crossed me repeatedly in school and I just don't like him.

All right. You admit it, is that right?

Today I shall punish you on behalf of Yan Yan!

- Miss! - Get over here!

- Come here! - Hit me then.

You want to be expelled from the school, don't you?

We're in public.

Don't cause a scene.

I'm not from the Imperial College, so I have nothing to fear.

What are you doing?!

Didn't you tell me not to be impulsive?

- You! - I wasn't giving myself advice.

Hands off!

Brother Song, why don't you go get changed?

Everyone is looking at you.

But... You two crossed a line!

I will... I will take it to the Imperial College!

Go ahead. It's just a report to the teachers. Anyone can do that.

I'll do the same! Just so you know, Song Luotian,

I will avenge Yan Yan sooner or later.

Let's go. Let's pay Yan Yan a visit.

Young Master. Young Master. Let them go.

Hands off me!

Oh my, Yan Yan.

I heard you're about to get married.

So whose daughter is that blind?

Why am I so unlucky today?

What do you mean unlucky? Don't jinx yourself.

Come on. Smile.

Song Luotian.

Are you asking for a beating?

- Fine then. I... - Young Master.

- You dare touch me? - Young Master! Stop fighting!

- Die! - Young Master!

- Song Luotian! - Let go!

- Young Master! - Move!

Useless. Trash.

What use does your hand have

if you can't even hold the reins properly?!

There were so many people on the street, but you just had to ram into Yan Yan.

You put me in a tough spot now. Everyone thinks I hurt Yan Yan intentionally!

Young Master, you two were arguing and the horse was startled.

It was just an accident.

Besides, I wasn't the one holding the reins.

- You... - I couldn't do anything about it!

So you're saying

we bickered so much that even the horse couldn't stand it?

I am the culprit then?

How dare you nod!

You're dismissed.

Yes, Master.

Yes, Sir.

I heard you wounded the son of Grand Preceptor Yan.

Father... I know I was wrong.

I shouldn't have caused you any trouble.

Well done.

It's time we give the Yan family a scare.

I need you to do something.

Come over here. Come here!

But, Father!

You want me to marry the woman Yan Yan was supposed to marry?

I don't like her! I don't think she matches my status.

But she matches our Song family!

She's from a noble family in Bianjing.

They are wealthy

and have shops and merchants everywhere.

If you can't make a name for yourself in politics in the future,

your in-laws should still be able to grant you an affluent lifestyle.

We are also rich and noble. Why should we rely on someone else?

Because things can change.

It's always good to have a contingency plan, right?

Loving parents

will plan the future of their children.

This is for your own good.

- No. But I... - End of discussion.

Just do as you're told.

Yes, Father.

Hurry. Here. [Grand Preceptor Manor]

- Greetings. - We're here for Yan Xiaolang.

This way, please.

Young Master, you have visitors.

Yan Xiaolang! Why are you giving up on yourself?

Are you okay?

Lian Pian, you're here.

I thought I would never see you again.

What nonsense are you saying?

Yan Yan, how's the injury?

Actually, it's not that bad.

After all, I've learned the Metal Skin Iron Bone Technique.

This injury would cripple any ordinary person, but not me.

Rest well, Yan Xiaolang.

We brought some medicine for you.

Only medicine?

Next time, just bring some food. As the saying goes,

good food cures the soul better than good medicine.

What do you want to eat? I'll cook them for you next time.

I'll have to think it through then.

Don't worry, Yan Yan. I will definitely avenge you.

Forget it.

It was just an accident. It's not actually his fault.

Song Luotian already confessed to it in front of everyone.

Why are you shielding him?

He only did it out of pride. I know that guy well.

He throws a tantrum, but he won't do anything more than that.

After all, he's still that boy who cried after stepping on an ant.

Besides, look at my physique.

Can he really hit me? Can he really hurt me?!

Young Master! Something bad happened!

The young lady you're supposed to marry was snatched away by the Song family!

Song Luotian just asked for her hand. Your marriage is completely ruined!

Wonderful.

Wonderful! He finally did something right.

- Does it hurt a lot? - I'm okay.

As long as you're here, it doesn't hurt.

Hurry, lie down. You need to rest.

- Okay. - Careful.

Lian Pian. I'm thirsty.

Don't move. I'll get you some.

Let's go, let's go.

I'm craving an orange. Are there any?

All right. I'll get one for you.

So you're saying

that the plant is related to the Song family?

I want to check out the Song Manor,

but I have to keep a low profile.

I just received the news that Song Luotian is getting married soon.

This might be your chance.

I will plan accordingly.

Reflect upon yourself.

Reflect... upon yourself.

Sang Qi.

Vice Principal.

Why are you sulking?

Scholar Feng just announced

that there would be a pop quiz this afternoon.

But I spent all the time on the mountain training is martial arts

and neglected my revisions.

I'm trying to cram everything now.

If you encounter any difficulties in your study,

I can explain it to you individually.

Really?

Like this one.

The Vice Principal is a busy man. Let's not bother him.

I'm planning to do my revisions too. Why don't I explain it to you?

You'll explain it to me?

What? You don't trust me?

I... Well, I do. It's just...

A'Qi, the pop quiz is around the corner.

Let's not waste time.

It's noisy and crowded here.

Come back to the classroom and revise with everyone else.

All right then. I'll head back then.

The pop quiz is important.

Don't worry, Vice Principal.

You can leave A'Qi to me.

I'll definitely do my best to tutor her.

Let's go.

What are you doing? Don't!

I know how to do it. Stop laughing!

[Imperial College]

A'Qi.

I'll take you back home.

Then I can visit your father too.

Well. How is his health lately?

Let me carry this for you. This way.

Zhuo Wenyuan, you're acting weird.

What do you mean?

Young Master.

Zhuo Wenyuan and Sang Qi are always together everyday.

They go to school together.

They might as well go back home holding hands.

Say that again!

Are you okay, Young Master?

[Qingfeng Restaurant]

Bianjing is located strategically in a place

that gathers talented people and bountiful resources.

Just look at this tea.

It's the famous Gentle Rain on Western Hills.

It was regarded as a tribute back then.

Its tea leaves only bloom for two hours per year.

You have to, on Tomb Sweeping day, when the dew is just out,

harvest the youngest leaves of each tea plant.

- There was a bug. - What bug?

A lazy slug. Yan Xiaolang,

I've been looking after you for several days now.

When will you fully recover?

You frequent different restaurants and tea shops every day.

It's as if you're not injured at all.

What? No.

I'm just trying to laugh through my pain.

It's quite painful, actually. Lian Pian.

If my wound never heals,

will you always look after me like right now?

Of course not. I'm already annoyed now.

I'm telling you. Hurry up and recover.

Don't make me hate you. Finish your tea now.

Finish it and then we'll head back.

- I'll finish it now. - Young Master Yan.

Come in.

I'm sorry, Young Master Yan.

The son of Grand Tutor Song is getting married tomorrow.

Their family insisted on emptying our restaurant to test our dishes.

We're being put in a tough spot.

Young Master Yan, our restaurant owner said

he would find you another excellent restaurant

and is willing to pay for your expenses there.

Should I call a carriage to take you over there?

Song Luotian!

First, he took my wife. Now, he's taking my private room.

Will he be after my family's assets tomorrow then?

Am I being too nice to him?

He wants to take advantage of my kindness and generosity now?!

I'll make sure I give him something he can't forget tomorrow!

Let him be, Yan Xiaolang.

Look, you're still injured.

No need to make a scene with the Song family today.

I haven't even finished my tea.

Now, my mood is ruined. I'm not going.

But the owner said they would pay for your tea.

You'll pay for this meal?

Can we ask for more snacks then?

Sure. As long as it pleases Young Master Yan.

Then pack everything up for me.

Okay.

- Let's go. - Wait.

You can be bought off with a few snacks?

Are you that eager to send me home?

I'm just being frugal and economic.

Let's go. Let's go.

Ouch. Hurts.

My leg hurts. Leg hurts.

- Carry me. - Carry yourself.

Okay, okay.

Carry me.

Lian Pian!

Lian Pian!

[Elevating Yourself is the Way] [Imperial College]

Young Master, Sang Qi is alone today.

[Yan]

Sang Qi. It seems like the rain will persist for a while.

Let me take you home in my carriage.

No need for the hassle, Vice Principal. Just go back. I can wait.

It's not a hassle for the teacher to take the student home.

Why are you being so polite?

Are you sure?

Of course. Let's go.

Truly no hassle at all?

- Of course, it's not a hassle. - Okay.

Students! Vice Principal will take us home!

Hurry up!

Let's go!

- Let's go. - Hurry up.

Hurry up! [Imperial College]

Let's go!

Heading home!

- Hurry. Finally, I can go home. - The carriage is there!

Let's go home!

This is great!

Come on, let's go.

Come on.

Vice Principal. Do you want some seeds, peanuts, or fish jerky?

Then do you want some kumis, candied fruits, or walnuts?

- Can I have some? - Sure.

Watch your step!

Thanks, Vice Principal and Brother Zhuo.

Vice Principal, sorry to trouble you.

It's no trouble.

A'Qi, didn't you want some candied fruits? I have some.

Delicious?

What do you think?

It's not bad at all.

Vice Principal, try some.

Vice Principal already said no just now. How could he go back on his word.

Don't force him. I'll take it on behalf of him.

This candied fruit has a sharp color and the powdered sugar looks off.

What do you mean by that, Vice Principal?

Is there something wrong with this candied fruit?

It has a light rotten odor to it.

It probably wasn't preserved properly and is rotten.

Sang Qi. How is your stomach feeling now?

I was okay, but now that you mentioned it, my stomach feels weird.

Let me see.

Let me read your pulse.

There's no need for that.

Yes, there is. Come on.

Okay.

Here. Give me your hand.

- Vice Principal. I ate some too... - Quiet!

So?

It's fine for the moment, but stay alert.

If you feel unwell, tell me straight away.

Vice Principal, I had some candied fruits too.

Read my pulse too. See if I'm sick or not.

Take a look?

- Have some. - Can I have some peanuts?

I'll peel...

Here, Sang Qi.

Thanks, Vice Principal.

Do you want some more?

In this mortal world...

Is there no place in this big world for me to study?

Why can't I do my revisions in peace?

Miss! I have bad news!

People from Yan's residence said Yan Yan brought people with him to the Song manor.

What kind of trouble is he trying to get into?

I thought he was acting weird since yesterday.

He said he wanted to give Song Luotian an unforgettable gift.

You don't think he's going to fight is he?

So much trouble.

Let's go, let's go!

Yan Xiaolang.

Today is the day I'm getting married.

If you're here to congratulate me, I'll welcome you.

If you're here to pick a fight, then I won't show mercy.

It's your big day today, Young Master Song.

Don't get so upset.

I'm just here to present my gifts and convey my best wishes.

Bring it here!

[Preparedness will Bring Splendor]

Congratulations!

Come here.

What are you doing?

Haven't you heard the old saying?

Destroying someone's marriage is worse than destroying ten temples.

Song Luotian might be a barbarian, but you can settle the score with him later.

It's not right to cause a scene here today.

Yan Yan, let's head home.

What kind of person do you two think I am?

I came here sincerely bearing gifts.

Inside really are just gifts.

I don't believe you. Let's go.

Don't worry. Don't worry. Okay?

- Let's sit down. - Song Luotian,

you would reject my gifts?

Don't you want to know what I prepared for you?

I'm interested to see what tricks you can come up with.

Open them.

Come on.

Jade knee pads for when you have to kneel for awhile, won't hurt.

Bamboo floor mats for when you have to sleep on the floor, won't be cold.

And the rest of these were tailor made for you.

In case you need them in future emergencies.

Yan Xiaolang! You did this on purpose!

Be patient.

I still have one more box there.

Don't you want to check it out yourself?

Come on. Don't be a coward. Come on.

Come on!

Open it.

- What are they? - What's inside?

These are the toys I took from you when we were young.

I told you I'd give them back when you got married, so they're back with their rightful owner.

See this? See?

I'm a man of my own words.

I deliver on my promises!

- I'm a righteous man. - - I agree.

- Right? - Yes.

How should I handle these?

Put them away.

Hurry up!

Grant Yan Xiaolang a seat.

Take good care of him.

I shall honor your kindness then.

May you and your wife live happily ever after

with no sorrow or separation.

Let's go.

Let's go.

Let's go. Do you actually plan to stay here for the wedding?

We're here already!

Besides, I heard that the Song family hired a famous chef in Bianjing.

Don't you want to try?

Let's try it!

Let's go.

Come on.

Careful.

You sure it's a famous chef?

Everyone is a guest here.

Come on. Forgo the formalities.

Sit.

Vice Principal!

Sang Qi. You and Yan Yan came too?

I didn't expect this.

Vice Principal, this table is for the women, the less fortunate, and the students.

You're an educator. You should sit there with the other officials.

You don't know, do you?

That table is only for mutual praising.

You can only speak, not eat.

This table is more down-to-earth.

So the Vice Principal came here for the food too?

That's all?

Vice Principal, you're...

Rinsing the chopsticks so that it's cleaner.

So particular.

Lian Pian. I want to rinse my chopsticks too.

Have you rinsed yours?

You're so annoying.

Just use the chopsticks.

For me?

- Yes. - Just rinse it for me.

You rinsed it for me?

Who else?

Thanks, Vice Principal.

- Yan Yan, pour me some more wine, please. - Eat some more.

- Here. Vice Principal. - You're all here.

Greetings, Vice Principal.

A'Qi, why didn't you tell me you're coming? I thought you weren't coming.

I wasn't planning on it.

But it's all thanks to Yan Yan.

Hurry and eat, Sang Qi.

Come on. Let's eat.

- Small yellow croaker. - Small yellow croaker.

Congratulations.

Congratulations.

- May you bear a child soon. - Congratulations.

- Come on. - Over here.

Drink with me.

What?

Drink with me!

There's none left.

- Come on. - Where's the wine?!

No more wine?

Where's the wine?

There's no more wine.

How could that be?

Brother Song. It's time to cross arms and drink with your wife.

Don't make her wait for too long. It's impolite.

It's not like my wife will run away!

It's rare that Yan Yan would throw himself into the net.

I need to settle the score with him!

- Here! - Brother Song!

Take this. Take it.

Bring it on. Bring it!

You think I'm scared?

- Drink. - Come on!

Good. Good.

Yan Yan, your leg doesn't hurt anymore?

The celebration got to me and cured it.

It's gone.

Where's the Vice Principal?

- Come on! - I don't know.

Wasn't he here just now?

I'm full now. I'm going to go get some air and walk around.

Okay.

Happily ever after...

Brother Song.

Why did the Vice Principal go into that room?

[Fushuzhan]

Song Tea Plantation.

- Why are you... - Who's there?!

Quick, quick! There!

Lie down, quickly.

Come on.

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♫ Waiting for fate to execute its plan, and choose which lifetime we'd prefer ♫

♫ I'm willing to exchange this lifetime for the next if we can get to know each other ♫

♫ There are thousands of worries that fill my existence ♫

♫ If it's the persistence of love that generates mutual admiration ♫

♫ Then I'll have everything in this life ♫

♫ If I start missing what was in the past, that will have been my mistake ♫

♫ With all that I am, I can't do that ♫

♫ As promised, this is a perfect story ♫

♫ That happens to coincide with my determination ♫

♫ But at the dewy morning hour, I've changed my mind ♫

♫ I want to expect the fortune of this unexpected love ♫

♫ I'm writing down the statements of happiness ♫

♫ I've also accepted that this life was meant to be reincarnated ♫

♫ Even if love is faint, I want to explore and give it a try ♫

♫ Develop it into something deeper ♫

♫ Even if love is faint, I want to explore and give it a try ♫

♫ Develop it into something deeper ♫