Original subtitles

♪ Whose hair is thick and beautiful? ♪

♪ Who has adoring eyes? ♪

♪ Whose lips are the prettiest? ♪

♪ When she smiles, she melts everyone's heart ♪

♪ Literature brightens her soul ♪

♪ Making her proud and sweet ♪

♪ She's said to enjoy everything in the world ♪

♪ But nothing in this world is beautiful ♪

♪ Chaos here in small homes ♪

♪ Chaos there in big cities ♪

♪ The crown before the chain ♪

♪ The ogle before the indifference ♪

♪ Burn, let the rough burn on the face ♪

♪ Wander, bravely wander in the chaos ♪

♪ Smile, just cry and smile ♪

♪ It matters not the fate that lies behind ♪

♪ Burn, let the rough burn on the face ♪

♪ Wander, bravely wander in the chaos ♪

♪ Smile, just cry and smile ♪

♪ It matters not the fate that lies behind ♪

♪ Just be true to yourself and live the life you want ♪

[Gone with the Rain]

[Adapted from the novel "Gone with the Rain" by Ni Luo]

[Episode 13]

What's wrong?

Did someone bully you?

The principal scolded me

and said I behaved frivolously and seduced her younger brother.

Is it because I taught Feng Ming a lesson

that she gave you trouble?

Then she should have confronted me instead.

Feng Ming didn't complain.

The principal is upset

because Feng Ming keeps bothering me, showering me with unwanted attention,

and it has caused the other teachers to gossip.

She lost face.

That's why she scolded me.

Feng Ming has already crossed the line multiple times.

And I have been tolerating it.

I didn't expect him to come

to the teacher's residence

and behave so indecently.

The principal said

if this happens again, she'll chase us away.

She's clearly being unreasonable.

It was Feng Ming who keeps harassing you.

I can't believe

that old woman said you're frivolous.

What does she expect you to do?

Disfigure yourself?

She wants to deduct half of my wages.

Half of your wages?

That's too much.

You're diligently teaching here.

And I'm living honestly.

Why do they blame us for every bad thing that happens?

Fengyao,

since we're not welcome here, there are other places we could go to.

Let's leave this place.

I haven't received my first month's pay.

And we still owe money to Shumo.

In this big world,

there are other job opportunities.

So long we don't starve, it's all good.

Forget about it.

Are you going to endure this?

I believe the principal has already admonished Feng Ming.

If he becomes more restrained, I can stay here.

You're a hopeless fool!

Moxi.

Moxi.

Moxi?

Miss Lu.

Why is Moxi upset?

Stop right there!

You have the nerve to wander about, huh?

Oh, Miss...

Miss... Miss...

Hello, Miss Mo.

You've caused Feng Yao so much suffering.

You must be pleased with yourself, huh?

Miss...

There's no need for violence, Miss Mo.

Fengyao was scolded by my sister.

I also feel sorry for Fengyao.

But it's all right.

I have an opportunity now.

I'm about to climb up

and bring glory to my family.

I promise you

that I'll marry Fengyao into our family

with proper rituals.

At that time,

my sister will have no reason to object.

I have things to attend to.

So I'll get going first.

Stop right there.

Miss Moxi.

Miss Mo.

Men and women shouldn't be too close. So I'll take my leave first.

Fengyao is already sad enough.

Yet, I scolded and called her a hopeless fool.

Moxi, you're the hopelessly foolish one.

Do you think Fengyao is like you

who can be coaxed with a streamed bun?

I couldn't care less.

Moxi, you're back.

What are you writing?

I'm copying Buddhist scriptures.

Why are you copying Buddhist scriptures?

Today, Miss Lu came to see me

and kindly found a way for me to make money.

She said there's a wealthy man in town

who's interested in studying Buddhist philosophy.

He knows that our academy

has many precious Buddhist scriptures.

So he developed a desire and approached Miss Lu

hoping to buy hand-copied versions of these scriptures

at a high price.

If I copy these scriptures for him,

it'll make up for the half-month's pay.

Isn't this an incredible stroke of luck?

With so many Buddhist scriptures,

how long will it take for you to copy them all?

That won't be a problem.

I can copy some during breaks between classes,

some before bed,

and eat faster during meals

to have more time to copy.

As I copy...

Moxi,

what's the matter?

Fengyao, it's all my fault.

I shouldn't have said those things to you.

Are you mad at me?

Don't be silly, Moxi.

You're the only family I have left now.

How could I be mad at you?

Really?

Yes.

There, there. Don't cry.

You haven't taken any dinner.

I bought you a steamed bun.

I'm not hungry now.

I want to copy for a little longer.

I'll eat it when I'm hungry.

But it smells delicious.

Smell it.

Then drink some water.

All right.

Moxi,

why don't you retire?

I'm not sleepy.

I'll keep you company as you copy it.

All right.

♪ If you jump off the tree ♪

♪ I won't stand alone in the wind ♪

♪ If you become a falling flower ♪

♪ I will send you by water ♪

♪ Accompany your way ♪

♪ Protect your dreams ♪

♪ Make sure you have no fear ♪

♪ In my world ♪

♪ Good times don't last long ♪

♪ Autumn and winter with you ♪

♪ Whether I rule the city or not ♪

♪ I have my sister going through thick and thin with me ♪

♪ Promises are sweet ♪

♪ They're only empty promises ♪

♪ Whether I succeed or fail ♪

♪ I won't live in vain when I have my sister with me ♪

Shumo.

Moxi.

I saw how pale and listless Fengyao is just now.

She refused to tell me anything when I ask her.

What happened to her?

The principal confronted Fengyao

and accused her of seducing Feng Ming.

She also deducted half of our wages.

She's becoming more and more outrageous.

I'm going to find her.

Shumo,

what are you going to do?

I want to reason with her.

She doesn't have absolute authority here.

She can't act so tyrannically.

Aren't you afraid that she'll kick you out too?

She has something I can use against her.

So she won't do anything to me.

Wait a minute.

Why don't you let me try and talk to her first?

If it doesn't work, you can talk to her after.

You?

Shumo, don't worry.

I'll talk to her calmly.

Why are you here?

Where are your manners?

Did I say you can enter my quiet room?

Yesterday, my sister told me

you accused her of seducing your brother

and even deducted half of her monthly pay.

Is that right?

Get out.

Principal Feng, just to tell you this.

Fengyao and I aren't birth sisters.

We don't have the same parents.

She's honest and easy to bully.

But I'm not.

It was clearly your brother shamelessly

harassing my sister.

Yet, you turned things around and accused her.

Do you really think Fengyao would be interested in your brother?

You...

What are you trying to do?

Listen.

If your brother dares

to harass my sister shamelessly,

this pair of scissors won't end up sticking up on the table.

Do you know where it'll end up?

On someone!

No, stop!

Both of us rely

on these five strings of cash coins to survive the whole month.

Yet, you want to deduct half of it.

You're pushing us into a dead end.

Anyone who leaves us with no way out,

we can only drag her along to keep us company.

If you don't believe me, just try it!

No, no.

No.

That's more like it.

That mad girl.

Oh my.

Who's there?

If you don't come out,

I'm going to ask for someone to come.

Anyone!

Thief!

Quiet.

So it's you.

Why did you spy on me?

I know you.

You're from Ding Yi Class, the one who transferred here midway.

The last time we met,

I already knew your secret.

The other teachers and students at the school

thought you wore a scarf because your face was disfigured.

Your voice is also hoarse.

But I saw

your Adam's apple last time.

You're not a girl at all.

You're a man.

Why are you glaring at me so fiercely?

Is it because I know your secret

and you want to silence me?

But let me tell you this.

I've already written about this on a piece of paper.

If anything happens to me, my sister

and Shumo from next door

will find the note in time.

So you should think twice before acting.

I don't care why you disguised yourself as a girl

and infiltrated the school.

But you don't seem like a promiscuous person.

I can temporarily help you keep

your identity a secret.

But you have to help me with something.

What do you want me to do?

If that Feng Ming dares to bully my sister again,

I want you to give him a good beating.

All right.

It's a deal then. Do a palm strike as a pledge.

How's your day today?

Did the principal make things difficult for you?

The principal came to see me.

She said she was scaring me about deducting my salary

and she wouldn't deduct it for real.

Really?

That's great.

Then you no longer

have to copy scriptures to make money.

I'll keep copying the scriptures.

But I'll do it slowly.

I want to make more money

and pay off the money we owe Shumo.

All right then.

If you're tired, you should sleep early.

Stop staying up late at night.

I just hope Feng Ming will know his place

and stop bothering me.

If he dares to bother you again,

I'll make sure he comes in standing and leaves lying down.

Something bad has happened.

Shumo, what happened?

Feng Ming is dead.

Feng Ming!

My beloved brother!

How could you abandon me like this?

Ming!

My brother!

The principal and Feng Ming are natives of Haidong.

Their ancestors migrated to Qingzhou City.

The officer has arrived.

Although they achieved fame and glory for their accomplishments,

due to the decline of the male lineage

and being the only heir,

Mr. Feng became a pleasure-seeking person

because of excessive favoritism.

Thank you for coming.

Principal Feng, don't say that.

Cases within Qingzhou

are under our yamen's jurisdiction.

Ensuring the safety of the region and its people is our duty.

I need the coroner here.

Yes.

This way, please.

Heaven sure is fair.

This lecher is actually dead.

Sir, the person died about four hours ago,

around a quarter past the hour of the horse.

A quarter past the hour of the horse?

Officer He.

He's Qingzhou's best coroner.

If he states the time, it must be accurate.

During that hour, the academy is already closed.

No one is allowed to leave and enter the academy.

Be it those who deliver water and food.

In that case,

the murderer should still be inside our academy.

Sir.

Sir.

Shumo, can you do me a favor?

I'm going to tear the murderer apart!

Principal Feng,

please calm down and try to recall

if your brother

had any conflicts or disputes with anyone recently.

Conflict?

Bai Fengyao and her sister.

They're the murderers!

You two, figure out a way to pick on her.

Take that.

Miss Shen is here.

Miss Shen is here.

Something happened at the academy today.

Miss Bai will be here soon.

Wu Yin,

please come with me.

What happened?

Why was she called out?

I have no idea.

Try to threaten me?

Principal Feng.

Don't falsely accuse innocent people.

How could two weak women like us be capable

of killing Mr. Feng?

You murderer!

You're the ones behind this!

Principal Feng,

do you have proof

that these two are murderers?

- Sir. - She...

You must seek justice for us.

It was because Mr. Feng was being disrespectful

and verbally harassed me.

That's why Principal Feng holds a grudge.

Now that he's dead,

she wants to use this incident to slander us.

That's nonsense!

The one he liked was Bai Fengyao, not you!

So you knew?

So you knew Feng Ming harassed my sister?

Then why did you say

it was my sister who seduced Feng Ming?

You murderer.

You're hypocritical and ruthless.

Sir, I'll tell you what happened.

She once threatened to kill me with a pair of scissors.

She even stabbed several holes in my desk.

Sir, you must believe me.

Come with me.

Come to my room and I'll show you.

Principal Feng.

Sir.

Miss, was Principal Feng telling the truth?

Yes, I did stab her desk.

Officer He,

this matter has nothing to do with Moxi.

I was in a bad mood

because Principal Feng reprimanded me.

Moxi acted out in the principal's quiet room

to stand up for me.

Although she is young and behaves rudely,

she would never dare to commit murder.

Don't try to manipulate people with your words.

You're the murderer!

- I want you to pay with your life! - Principal Feng!

Now you and your sister are the prime suspects.

Someone, take them away for interrogation.

- Wait! - Moxi.

Officer.

- What about... - Principal Feng.

What about them, sir?

Then...

Principal Feng.

Who are you?

I'm Wu Yin, a student from Ding Yi Class.

What do you have to say?

I'm here to testify.

Testify?

All right.

Tell me everything you know.

Officer,

I heard that you have finished the investigation

and Feng Ming died four hours ago.

Then I can testify

that Miss Bai Fengyao and Miss Moxi are innocent

because they were with me four hours ago.

They were with you?

For what reason?

To seek academic advice.

Both students from Ding Yi and Ding Er Class

know I have a great passion for poetry

and often seek guidance from Miss Bai.

Today, I was confused about a poem.

So I went to seek advice from Miss Bai.

Coincidentally, Miss Moxi was also there.

That's just your word.

What if you were colluding with them?

Officer,

please come with me.

I can temporarily help you keep

your identity a secret.

But you have to help me with something.

All right.

Don't worry.

Wu Yin will definitely get us out of this trouble.

What's Wu Yin's identity?

Why does the officer seem to be afraid of her?

Do you know something?

I'll tell you when we go back.

Principal Feng.

Officer He.

Fellow teachers,

I've interrogated Miss Wu Yin

and confirmed her statement to be true.

Miss Bai and her sister are innocent.

Officer He,

you're one of the best arresting officers here.

How can you favor her?

She's clearly the murderer!

You're clearly the murderer!

Principal Feng!

As an arresting officer,

I would never let any criminal escape

nor will I falsely accuse an innocent person.

I will take your brother's body back to the yamen

for further examination.

No!

You rotten...

Let's go!

You're bullying us!

This is not fair!

It's unfair!

Madam.

Madam.

Moxi,

tell me the truth.

Were you behind Feng Ming's death?

Of course not!

Do you think it's as easy as killing a chicken?

You disappeared for a while in the afternoon.

You wouldn't tell me where you were.

I really thought you...

All right.

Even if I wanted to torture him to death,

I would not do it just for the sake of you.

Don't worry.

You're finally safe.

I have to thank you for this time, Shumo.

Shumo,

please accept my gratitude.

We're friends.

So it's not worth mentioning a small matter like this.

But why did you ask Wu Yin to testify?

Why are those officers afraid of her?

I was with Wu Yin

and talked to her in the afternoon.

She wasn't lying.

She's indeed my witness.

As for why the officers listen to her,

you'll have to ask Principal Feng.

After all, she recruited the students

from Ding Yi Class.

Are you saying that Wu Yin is not simple,

which is why the officers and Principal Feng fear her?

It was just a guess.

But after this incident,

my guess has been confirmed.

Her identity is definitely not ordinary.

You're sure clever.

I was left with no choice.

Moxi, what about that pair of scissors?

Well,

I'll leave you two with your scissors case.

I'll excuse myself as I have something to attend to.

Me too.

If you leave, don't ever come back.

Did you threaten the principal with a pair of scissors?

I'm sorry.

We were nearly mistaken as murderers this time.

Although the other party's conduct was improper,

you shouldn't have resorted to violence.

I know you meant well.

But I'm also worried about your safety.

I know I made a mistake.

Never mind.

Come on.

I'll make you something delicious.

We'll rest early after we finish eating.

[Lan Xin]

[Pavilion of Books]

This person's skills are extraordinary.

He must have some kind of backing.

It seems he also came for Empress Dowager's treasured scroll.

What secret does Empress Dowager's treasured scroll hold

to attract such skilled individuals?

This matter is definitely suspicious.

Do you know who my real identity is?

I am a high-ranking official of the court,

investigating a major case.

I had no choice but to disguise myself as a man.

No wonder when you revealed your identity,

those officers believed you.

Clever.

If I assist you in the investigation,

what benefits will I receive?

What do you think?

Moxi,

your assistance in the investigation is commendable.

These are your rewards.

It's you again.

Why are you dressed in black in the middle of the night?

Why didn't you go and see the physician if you're coughing?

Maybe he's really someone important.

I should treat him better.

Wait for a moment.

When I was ill with a cough,

my mother would feed me this.

It's not bitter.

How do you feel?

Do you feel better now?

About today,

you got me and my sister out of trouble.

I haven't had the chance to thank you yet.

No need.

You haven't answered my question.

Why are you dressed up like this?

I'm talking to you.

He's always sneaking around.

What a weird person.

You must be careful

when you're fond of something.

It's because such a thing can bring harm to you.

So before it ruins you,

you must ruin it first.

Understand?

Do you still like it?

Answer me!

Do you like it?

You must not like anything.

Understand?

There's nothing that I like.

Nothing.

Just go back.

Don't worry about me.

I'm worried Principal Feng

will give you trouble again.

Since this incident has passed,

I can go back to teaching.

You don't have to worry.

I know.

I'm worried about that old principal

causing you trouble again.

- Shumo. - Shumo.

Do you know what happened again today?

What happened?

Principal Feng suddenly took leave

and went to the countryside to recuperate.

That's great!

Then who'll be in charge of the academy after this?

Naturally, it will be me.

Congratulations, Shumo.

There's nothing to congratulate.

I'm just helping the principal to take care of some matters.

But the Zhao family doesn't trust me.

So they have specially sent a teacher

to assist me

and also serve as an archery teacher.

Archery teacher?

It was Feng Ming before.

Now that he's dead,

this teacher came just in time.

But I'm certain this person

has an extraordinary relationship with the Zhao family.

You mustn't offend

or get too close to this person.

Moxi!

Moxi,

are you all right?

Are you hurt?

This teacher sure is reckless.

He's truly valiant.

Fellow students,

I'm Wen Dong.

You can call me Mr. Wen.

The essence of archery lies

in the mind and the spirit.

Only with full concentration can one hit the target.

Mr. Wen seems to be quite accomplished in archery.

But unfortunately, he's too impulsive.

He almost mistook you for target practice.

It's been many days since we last saw each other.

Yet, you're still so lively.

General Chen.

Call me Mr. Wen here.

Mr. Wen,

what brings you here?

Are you still that scared of me?

Why?

Don't you want to see me?

Why would I not want to see you, General Chen?

Don't...

It's Mr. Wen.

Mr. Wen.

Do you know why I'm here?

General...

Mr. Wen, with all your responsibilities,

why would you come to a small place like Qingzhou?

Qingzhou

is not an insignificant place.

It seems that you two sisters

have left Jingzhou City

and come here for some reason.

It's a long story.

The Bai family suffered a series of misfortunes.

The family was ruined in less than a month.

To make a living,

Fengyao could only accept her mentor's recommendation to come here and teach.

I just followed her.

A series of misfortunes?

I'm afraid someone has plotted against you all.

Do you also think they were harmed by someone?

Who did they offend?

Was it Wu Lang?

That ruthless scoundrel.

I have other matters to attend to in this place.

In the entire Qingzhou,

only you know my true identity.

If you dare to reveal even a hint...

I swear

I'll never reveal

your true identity.

Or else I'll be struck by lightning.

Don't bother swearing.

The consequences of the oath should fall on Bai Fengyao.

Don't you drag her into this.

Human hearts are inscrutable, and heaven is unkind.

I don't want you to make an oath,

and I won't believe it either.

I'm just telling you

that if even a hint is revealed,

I'll make you and your sister disappear

from Qingzhou School for Women.

As the general of the Beishuo Army,

why did he infiltrate the academy and pretend to be an archery teacher?

What secret does the Qingzhou School for Women contain?

What's the matter?

Aren't you going to eat the meat?

Fengyao, why don't you resign

and leave this place?

You know how difficult it was for us

to secure this job.

If we leave now,

how will we sustain ourselves?

We should consider the future more.

You're right.

I'm just afraid we'll be in trouble again.

Look at what happened this time.

We were almost mistaken as murderers.

Don't worry.

We have Wu Yin testifying for us.

The authorities won't pursue it further.

Principal Feng is also on leave because of excessive grief.

People who caused trouble for us in the academy are gone now.

So don't worry, Moxi.

Maybe I'm just being overly cautious.

Come on,

eat more.

I'm sure you're craving it.

We'll be able to repay Shumo's money this month.

Next month, we can buy more delicious food.

Mr. Wen doesn't look like a good person.

You should keep your distance from him.

You were definitely frightened today.

Mr. Wen acts recklessly.

But I think like he knows the bottom line.

He doesn't seem like a bad person.

In any case, I don't like him.

Stay away from him.

Don't forget what happened to Feng Ming.

You're right.

We must be cautious in matters of men and women.

I'll be more careful in the future.

Have some more meat.

♪ While I'm as cold as snow, you catch the warmth of a spring's gentle blow ♪

♪ The peach blossoms burst into a vibrant show ♪

♪ When night falls, you hold a lantern in surprise ♪

♪ Since then, you've walked into my life ♪

♪ When hearts connect, bitter wine turns sweet ♪

♪ True emotions revealed, together we'll dance to the beat of life ♪

♪ Meeting a soulmate, we embrace the obsession ♪

♪ Those who disapprove, let them be ♪

♪ I'll be the comforting warmth by your side ♪

♪ And put all your worries to rest ♪

♪ Together, we fear not wave nor wind ♪

♪ You will never be lonely for the rest of your life ♪

♪ I am willing to be a wisp of sorrow ♪

♪ That you can never forget ♪

♪ Red beans are ground into the fragrance of time ♪

♪ Hope we will all be safe ♪

♪ When night falls, you hold a lantern in surprise ♪

♪ Since then, you've walked into my life ♪

♪ When hearts connect, bitter wine turns sweet ♪

♪ True emotions revealed, together we'll dance to the beat of life ♪

♪ Meeting a soulmate, we embrace the obsession ♪

♪ Those who disapprove, let them be ♪

♪ I'll be the comforting warmth by your side ♪

♪ And put all your worries to rest ♪

♪ Together, we fear not wave nor wind ♪

♪ You will never be lonely for the rest of your life ♪

♪ I am willing to be a wisp of sorrow ♪

♪ That you can never forget ♪

♪ Red beans are ground into the fragrance of time ♪

♪ Hope we will all be safe ♪