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The ending of the Yuanqi Coup has changed.

This can't be.

Don't you know me?

No, we don't.

I've arrived at ten years prior.

Stop following me.

I won't show mercy to you if you keep following me.

A'Yuan, come closer.

Lu Yuan and Li Yong were on such great terms ten years ago.

I must tell Lu Yuan about Li Yong's true nature.

Adoptive Father, at this time, if Northern Lie's main force at Huofeng Fort has rushed to the west,

it'll be a great opportunity for our troops to retaliate and reclaim our lands.

Huofeng Fort? I recall Huofeng Fort was...

A'Shi.

People are the foundation of a country.

Once a war starts, it will take a lot of money and cause sufferings to the people.

Great Sheng favors peace rather than confrontation for now.

He really knows how to give a talk.

He's probably already colluded with Northern Lie.

Adoptive Father.

The people in Huofeng Fort are still enslaved by Northern Lie, while we enjoy glory and wealth in Jiangdu.

- Are we suppposed to forget about them? - A'Shi, stop talking.

The Prime Minister has always followed the people's will and listened to the people's opinions.

But this is a critical matter.

It's necessary to convene the ministers tomorrow to make a long-term plan.

Older Sister.

The Prime Minister and A'Shi are both worried and anxious about the people and the country.

Let me play some music for you to release your stress.

Everything is changed, totally changed.

There are too many changes in the span of ten years.

Why are you upset, Your Majesty?

Sister Yuan only played this song for me once.

Big Brother, why are you so upset?

I-I-I'm not upset. Why should I be upset?

I know.

You like Sister Yuan, just like I do.

How is it possible? Are you joking?

I've heard this song many times.

Why are there so many wrong notes today?

No, I think it sounds really pretty.

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[An Ancient Love Song] [Episode 3]

Your Majesty, it's time to go to court.

Why are you here?

Your Majesty,

the Ministry of War has confirmed there is insufficien defense at Huofeng Fort.

- Northern Lie's main force has headed to the west. - So it's a great opportunity to attack Huofeng Fort.

But we don't have enough money in the treasury right now, so it's best to be cautious.

Your Majesty, we must not miss this good opportunity.

I have confidence in winning the battle quickly.

What do you all think, my lords?

I believe we should have a long-term plan.

I also think we should not rush in haste.

From the Tiger and Leopard Camp, Right General Fan Song has an urgent report.

Your Majesty.

Last night's incident in which Your Majesty was attacked during a private visit by Northern Lie's soldiers has spread everywhere.

The people of Jiangdu can't wait to kill the people of Northern Lie.

How did the people know they are soldiers from Northern Lie rather than bandits from Western Rong?

Is the palace somewhere you can come and go as you wish?

You want to help Lu Shi to attack Huofeng Fort, don't you?

What did you say?

I listened to your music playing last night, and there were a few wrong notes.

Could it be that you were sending out messages?

According to unofficial history, in Sheng there was a way to transmit encrypted messages by sounds.

It sends messages through the intervals between wrong notes.

You and Lu Shi never left Li Yong's sight last night. [Purple Light Hall]

Presumably you and Yi Hua have a secret code by sound.

On the surface, you are obedient to Li Yong in every possible way.

In fact, you've set up a complete intelligence network at your disposal outside the palace.

The codes were deciphered and passed out of the palace.

That's why the current situation is not favorable to Li Yong.

Sir, it's a message from Head Palace Maid Lu.

Have you heard about another crime committed by the savages from Northern Lie?

Have you heard?

The savages from Norther Lie are so detestable, aren't they?

Yes.

Have you heard the Northern Lie barbarians assassinated His Majesty last night?

What? That's so outrageous!

- Come, let's protest at the palace gate. - Let's go.

Let me tell you something. Last night the Northern Lie barbarians assassinated His Majesty at Jinghua Hall.

What? That's outrageous!

That's horrible.

They are unscrupulous.

The news was already spread last night.

Early this morning, people gathered in front of the palace to plead for the court to embark on an expedition.

You started to suspect Li Yong long ago, didn't you?

Do you know that Li Yong doesn't intend to recapture Huofeng Fort because he is colluding with Northern Lie?

I saw how you acted humbly to flatter Li Yong.

Now you secretly help Lu Shi's plan, but don't you know this battle will be harmful to him?

The Battle of Huofengbao in the fifth year of Yuanqi [Southern Sheng Chronicles]

was when Lu Shi died.

Adoptive Father, didn't you say you wanted to listen to public opinion?

Listen, this is what they want!

Defeat Northern Lie! Reclaim our lost lands!

Recapture Huofeng Fort!

Reclaim our lost lands! Recapture Huofeng Fort!

Defeat Northern Lie!

It's one thing that you talked nonsense at Jinghua Hall yesterday, but now you curse my brother.

You...

A'Shi appears to be a gallant child who has never forgotten the humiliation at Huofeng Fort.

In fact, I also have the same intention, but I just wanted to see your resolve.

Since you are determined, it's the right thing to regain the lost lands.

I'm going to ask His Majesty for his approval.

Even if you don't believe me, he is your own brother.

Don't you rather believe it might happen? Are you really not going to stop it?

His Majesty has issued a decree.

General Lu Shi will set out immediately to recapture Huofeng Fort.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

Long live Your Majesty for tens of thousands of years!

[Prime Minister's Manor]

Come on out.

How dare you come here?

You're quite daring.

Prime Minister Li, you clearly know that Northern Lie's defense is weak.

You said you wouldn't take advantage of the situation to undermine us.

What's going on?

Do you regret it?

If it weren't for your plan to lure trouble westward,

would Lu Shi have noticed it?

There is a saying in Sheng, "Treat kidness as bad intentions."

I did all these to help you ascend to the throne.

Zhao Qilong, don't make decisions without my permission.

I have my own plans.

I want to ascend to Great Sheng's throne legitimately.

I want the people to willingly accept me as their emperor.

Remember, you are from Northern Lie, and I am from Great Sheng.

We are never the same.

If you send troops to Huofeng Fort, don't you ever dream to have Northern Lie help you in the future.

Rest assured, I will give you Lu Shi in exchange for Huofeng Fort. The Northern Lie's emperor

will rush to thank me.

Exchange Huofeng Fort for Lu Shi?

What do you mean?

A disobedient blade is useless even if it's sharp and fierce.

You want to kill Lu Shi?

[Water Moon Pavilion]

Older Sister.

Older Sister.

Why did you call me here, Older Sister?

A'Shi, do you really have to attack Huofeng Fort?

I didn't expect you to doubt me too, Older Sister.

I've always thought you're the one who knows me best.

But, why are you just like those court officials?

I am just worried about you.

You are my only family.

If you really treat me as family, you should support my choice.

I understand now why grandpa didn't want you to join the army.

I know you are worried about me.

In the past, I had fears too.

But, if everyone only wants to protect themselves, no one will go to the battlefield to kill the enemies.

By that time, there will no longer be a homeland or a family.

Even if there will be sacrifices, at least my family, the families of the people in Huofeng Fort,

and that of the people in Great Sheng can live well.

When I thought of it this way, I had no more fears.

- A'Shi. - Older Sister.

You know me well.

You can't stop me if I am determined to do something.

Older Sister.

There are still many things to prepare before the expedition.

I'll leave now.

[Water Moon Pavilion]

A'Shi, if you insist on going, I'll go with you

General Lu's unwavering loyalty is truly commendable.

if you still don't get out of here, I will order someone to kick you out.

You do believe some of what I said, don't you?

If you can't stop him, take me with you.

I have changed history once.

Maybe this time, I can break the deadlock and reverse adversity.

Will you then believe everything I've said?

Everything about you after ten years. [Water Moon Pavilion]

Eight years ago, I, Lu Shi, was the one who blocked you from the Liuli Valley. [Sheng]

Now there are thousands of warriors like me in the Tiger and Leopard Camp heading to the battlefield.

We will take back what we lost.

General Lu has set off.

Head Palace Maid Lu is with him in the name of paying tribute to ancestors at Nanmeng Lake.

I see.

Prime Minister Li, there's still one thing that I don't understand.

General Lu is a troublemaker for Norther Lie,

but he is an invincible fortress for Great Sheng.

Even if he is disobedient, are you really willing to kill him?

Northern Lie and Western Rong are at war, and they are too busy to defend the south.

I'm more afraid of trouble arising from the inside.

That's the big disaster that I'll face.

So I see.

Little girl Lu has grown up and become disobedient.

Only by cutting off her wings

can I grasp this paper hawk and Great Sheng in my hands forever.

Why is horseback riding not what I expected?

Miss, he is too slow.

We can't keep up with Brother Lu's team.

Miss Yi Hua, there's no need to rush.

Sometimes people should slow down to admire the scenery along the way.

Just admit that you can't ride. Don't use excuses.

Yi Hua, don't be rude to the emperor's envoy.

We'll find him a carriage at the next stop.

No need, no need.

Who needs a carriage? I don't need it.

You go first, I'll just catch up with you in a while.

Why did it stop?

Is he going to use his legs, Miss?

I just don't believe it.

There's no need to force yourself, Young Mastser Shen.

I can carry you if you can't ride.

No need! You don't think I can ride?

I won't bother you to help me even if I have to crawl.

Sure.

Miss Lu...

Miss Lu!

It is too fast!

This place is surrounded by mountains and valleys.

it's indeed a good place to set up camp.

General Lu really deserves his renowned reputation.

How dare you comment on General Lu when you can't even ride a horse?

MIss, drink some water.

Give it to him.

I won't.

Miss.

Young Master Shen, drink some water.

Thank you.

I finally have the chance to thank you.

I let you come with the army as a court-appointed military supervisor.

So it's natural to treat you well. You don't need to be concerned.

I'm talking about the incident in the Jinghua Hall.

Thank you for saving me.

I was there to save His Majesty, and you tagged along.

Miss Lu.

You are a nice person, so why do you act so aloof?

Young Master Shen, you don't know me well, do you?

Let's go.

The Tiger and Leopard Camp has arrived at the Nanmeng Lake

The Liuli Valley is the only barrier left between them and Huafeng Fort.

Prime Minister, in your mind, when and where will we take down Lu Shi?

Take it easy.

His every move is under my surveillance.

One spring day during the fifth year of Yuanqi,

General Lu Shi led the Tiger and Leopard Camp to enter the gateway to the Huofeng Fort, Liuli Valley.

Unexpectedly, there were ambushes.

God of War Lu Shi was shot by dozens of arrows and died in the thick fog.

We are here.

Northern Lie's army is on this side.

So the enemy is likely to set up an ambush in Liuli Valley.

I suggest going around from the eastern waterway.

This military supervisor is ridiculous.

Envoy Shen.

Do you understand military tactics?

Speed is the essence of warfare.

If we detour through the Nanmeng Waterway, won't we be giving the Northern Lie's army more time to reinforce?

The Wind Catcher Camp of Northern Lie is led by the brothers, Yuwen Pojun and Yuwen Poxiao.

It is skilled in swift raids and taking the enemy by surprise.

I thought General Lu was wise, but now it seems he is just a reckless and arrogant man.

You...

Envoy Shen.

You are just a military supervisor sent by His Majesty.

You have no right to interfere with my decision.

Please mind your own business.

Otherwise...

Reporting!

General Lu, the scout is here to report.

We have found no trace of ambush in Liuli Valley.

Got it.

What do you say, Envoy Shen?

Stop pretending to know everything in the future.

Anyone can talk about military strategy on paper.

It seems that General Lu has already sent someone to investigate.

I made a hasty judgment.

The general is wise and brave, and deserves the reputation of God of War.

Good. Now that it's confirmed, tomorrow at the Hour of Mao, (Dawn: 5 pm to 7 pm)

we will launch a fierce attack through Luli Valley and annihilate them all.

We're at your command!

- You are dismissed. - Yes.

You acted quite well.

Your acting with the water is convincing, too.

It turns out you already knew there'll be an ambush in Liuli Valley.

So you are playing along because there is a mole in the military?

Soon the mole will deliver the message to Northern Lie that I'm sure there is no ambush in Liuli Valley.

By then, they will think I'm a just a reckless hothead who is eager to establish merits.

Why don't we further confirm you are a reckless hothead?

Brother Lu, you're attacking Liuli Valley tomorrow.

Why are you still in the mood to grill meats with us?

R-R-Report, General.

The s-s-sugar is ready.

Good, thank you, Xiao Wu.

Is th-the-there anything else you want me to do?

No, you are dismissed.

Is there re-really nothing else?

I can do anything.

No, thanks.

Th-Thank you, General.

It's the first time you've asked me to do something.

I am re-really happy.

Although Xiao Wu is a rookie, he is reliable.

He is happy to serve you, but we are here having fun.

How can we justify it to them?

Are you out of your mind?

Miss Yi Hua, if you want to win a battle, you must make more noise like this,

so that the mole will think General Lu has let down his guard.

- Did you hear that? - No, damn it.

Stop right there, I must kill you today!

You can't catch up with me.

How dare you scare me?

So, what are your plans for tomorrow?

This is really fun.

I told you to stop.

The Wind Catcher Camp is good at long-distance raids.

There must be a limited number of the troops and supplies.

Therefore, a defensive battle at the fort is not in their favor.

Only in Liuli Valley, where there's heavy fog 300 days out of 365 days in a year,

will they have an opportunity to win by ambush.

But the Yuwen brothers can't imagine that we are going to turn on their scheme.

In this way, we will indeed catch them by surprise.

However, the soldiers are also armed with real weapons.

They have the advantage of high ground.

What chances do you have?

All right.

Liuli Valley can be their sharp sward, but it can also be ours.

When the time comes, Lu Shi will lead the main force to attack the top of the mountain and occupy the high ground.

If he leads the main force to occupy the high ground,

who will be the one to enter the valley to lure the enemy?

There will naturally be someone trustworthy

to carry out this mission.

But this man is surrounded on all sides.

How will he stay unscathed?

She is right.

If the plan fails, will I really die?

Or, will I return to my own time?

I can't overthink this.

Young Master Shen.

It's fine.

It's certain that we'll win. Don't worry.

Except, if I really help Lu Shi resolve the adversity tomorow,

will you believe what I said at Jinghua Hall that day?

You will find out tomorrow.

Please rest early.

When I wear Lu Shi's mask to lure the enemy tomorrow,

perhaps I'll become the one who died in history.

Then this night would be my last time to see Lu Yuan?

Miss Lu.

Young Master Shen, what else do you want to say?

Miss! Miss!

Miss!

Sir, have you seen Head Palace Maid Lu?

The army has set off. I haven't seen her.

Where could she have gone?

Young Master Shen, have you seen Miss Lu?

What's wrong?

You already knew me.

Isn't that right?

- What is... - Since the day in Jinghua Hall,

you've been pretending you don't know me. Isn't that right?

What do you want?

Don't you know me?

No, and we don't want to either.

Both of you already know everything.

You know I am from the future.

You know that everything I say is true.

It's not as simple as I thought I returned to 10 years prior.

Instead, we met each other in a reversed timeline.

I will meet a younger her, just as she met an oblivious me.

Our first meeting is our eternal farewell.

To Young Master Shen Buyan,

as I am writing this letter,

I can finally stop worrying.

Finally, I can tell you everything hidden in my heart.

Let's go.

We didn't meet by chance.

Instead, you have always appeared in my life.

Miss, are you hesitating again?

He doesn't know anything this time.

Sure enough, I didn't tell him anything the next time.

That's what you reminded us, too.

It'll only add to his distress if we told him.

Since nothing can be changed, why should we start this cycle of cause and effect?

That's true.

The more I care about him, the less I should meet him.

It's all in vain anyway.

Empress, I'm not from Sheng..

So, may I ask what year it is now?

I asked you back that day.

What do you think, Young Master?

It's because I wanted to know how long it would be before I met you again.

I suppose it's the fifteen year of Yuanqi.

It turns out to be another 10 years.

This is the fifth year of Yuanqi now.

I know that everything you said is tr

but you don't know at all what I have been through these years.

Every time I held hope in my heart, it was shattered cruelly.

But I still hold a glimmer of hope.

If destiny can really be reversed,

you shouldn't be the one wearing this mask.

If someone has to die...

There is an ambush!

I hope

I'll be that someone.

Because you and Lu Shi

are the most important

people in my life.

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♫ Playing a tune to bury the ache of yearning ♫

♫ Rosy cheeks are blotted by age ♫

♫ If this hurdle of time can be conquered ♫

♫ Would someone be waiting on the other side? ♫

♫ An anticipated reunion ends in a flurry ♫

♫ A frazzled heart too late for chidings or explanations ♫

♫ If love is worth forsaking everything ♫

♫ Can a promise withstand all eternity? ♫

♫ Fearless before the blazing flames of turmoil ♫

♫ Only to defend this world ♫

♫ If this fortunate moment is but a passing cloud, please don't forget ♫

♫ Those whispers of love once uttered ♫