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'Paradise is Close' - Hu Xia

♫ Amidst the raging stormy night ♫

♫ The candle's glow reflects the dark hair of a charming woman ♫

♫ Wrapped in memories year after year ♫

♫ I'm left with nothing but feigning indifference ♫

♫ When I'm tracing the outline of your face ♫

♫ Everything converges and disperses like sand ♫

♫ Bound by destiny, I must make peace with myself, love can be restored or destroyed ♫

♫ If I could drift away in the clouds ♫

♫ I'll drive away your carefree pretense ♫

♫ Even in a drunken dream ♫

♫ I will always know the person I cherished the most ♫

♫ Even if you are close by, yet as distant as the horizon ♫

♫ I want to hold you, but I can only feign ignorance ♫

[In Blossom]

[Episode 8]

Mr. Pan, what do we do now?

I don't want to...

die.

Shangguan Zhi.

[Chen Qingqing, a rich merchant's daughter from Jiangnan]

I'm good. So what now?

If Cai Sheng had really wanted to kill us, he could have done so.

Making a fuss out of this is unnecessary.

Someone must have targeted us before we came to the Life and Death House.

They are seeking a chance to kill us by using someone else's hands.

If Cai Sheng isn't with them, we still have a chance.

Mr. Cai. Shall we talk before you take action?

Mr. Cai. He is Pan Yue.

I didn't expect it to be you.

Anyway, even if you are the Emperor,

you have to die, for invading my turf and killing my woman.

You open a gambling house in Heyang.

As the magistrate, how could you accuse me of invasion?

Besides, I only gambled. I didn't kill anyone.

You didn't kill anyone?

Mr. Pan, it seems that you don't take responsibility for your own actions.

Do you want to meet your demise or beg for forgiveness?

I heard that you were once an escaped slave,

and you staked your life in the beast cage gamble with a dozen people.

Finally, you made it out alive.

Not only did you gain freedom, but you also got a handsome reward.

You made a great fortune from gambling and bought the Life and Death House.

You became the most influential person in Heyang, right after the Silver Rain Terrace.

Mr. Cai. Did I get that right?

Mr. Pan, aren't you here to gamble?

Why did you run a background check on me?

I'm not like you.

I wasn't born with a silver spoon in my mouth.

I was born lowly. I need to earn my own reputation.

I would like to learn from you and stake my life on a bet with you.

What are we betting on?

If I'm captured today, whether alive or not,

I'm responsible for it, not you.

But if I can leave here alive...

What do you want?

The Life and Death House will stop gambling with people's lives,

will abide by laws, and will stop opposing the county ya men.

Fine.

Since you choose another way to die, let's bet.

I give you half an hour to write your last letter.

After that, the game starts.

Mr. Pan, are you writing the letter?

You made preparations.

I'm not like you, who broke in here unprepared.

The Life and Death House outnumber us, and they are well-trained.

If we want to get out of here, there is only one way.

They are after me. Later, I will stall them here.

You go to Cai Sheng's study to find a fish-tailed key.

Once you find it, we will meet on the top floor.

All right.

Mr. Pan, be careful.

You too.

- Charge! - Yes.

Mr. Cai, that woman is gone.

- The few of you, come with me. - Yes.

That woman is over there. Go!

- Did you get it? - Yes.

Let's go upstairs.

Turns out this is the place to refine five minerals powder.

No wonder there was smoke.

Isn't there a door? Where is it?

- Open the door! - You have sealed your fate.

Break open the door.

Mr. Pan, the dice cup is open.

The game is over.

Admit your defeat.

Not really.

Let's go.

Jump!

Mr. Cai, they can't run fast by boat.

- I will go after them. - No need.

This is the Life and Death House's rule. He won.

I admit my defeat.

I could only use you to approach Pan Yue, and expose his true colors.

I promise you.

The culprit will face justice to let you rest in peace.

Jump!

He is not the killer.

He has been secretly investigating the cause of my death.

I misunderstood him.

How do you feel now?

I'm fine.

What kind of person are you?

I mean, we have known each other for almost 20 years.

But during my days in Heyang,

I always feel that I don't know you.

A person has a thousand facets.

What you see isn't necessarily real, and what you don't see isn't necessarily fake.

For example, you.

Me?

You are so much different compared to the past.

How am I different?

Corpses can give us information.

We will lose the chance if we don't ask now.

These bodies have been found to be poisoned.

I'm going to find the source of the poison now.

Mr. Pan, look.

Look at this.

No idea.

Perhaps

I'm overthinking.

You helped me.

I'm very grateful to you.

But Heyang isn't where you should be.

Ten years ago,

you had someone convey a message to cut ties with me.

We have been strangers since then.

Let bygones be bygones. This is it.

If you hadn't gone looking for her, she wouldn't have died.

In the end,

you brought harm to her.

Pan Yue, it's not that you over thought.

But can I tell you everything?

Cheng?

Master, what is wrong?

Pan Yue took the token.

It seems that our secret is going to be exposed.

What should we do?

The spy in the county ya men should act now.

From now on, report every movement of Pan Yue to me.

Yes.

Young Lady, where did you go last night? You didn't come back all night. I was worried sick.

I'm fine. I went for an investigation with Mr. Pan.

The whole night?

You don't know what I went through last night.

To sum up, there were fights and explosions,

and we had to jump down from heights.

Young Lady, you actually risked your life to woo a man.

By the look of it, ten years ago,

Father began to look into the Ripple Organization after receiving a tip-off.

Both he and Mother were killed due to this.

Ten years later,

these people found out that I was in Heyang, and wanted to eliminate me.

But they mistakenly killed Shangguan Zhi instead.

What kind of organization is this?

What does the water ripple pattern represent?

Since Pan Yue is not the murderer, should I stop hiding my identity?

Should I tell him about the past, and investigate together with him?

Ze, why did you buy so many medicines?

Young Master was mauled by a wolf, and his wound festered.

So I'm going to treat his wound with these.

Pan Yue was mauled by a wolf, and his wound festered.

Common wound medicine can't cure it.

He needs skin healer powder.

Oh, right. I have seen it among Shangguan Zhi's rouges.

[Skin Healer Powder]

Found it.

I need your help. I can't reach the wound on my back.

You have improved.

♫ Neither tense nor slow, unwavering without regrets ♫

Luckily, the wound didn't penetrate too deeply.

But his wound has festered a lot.

It's fine. Continue.

♫ Spending the night with me until dawn ♫

♫ We brush off old dreams with smiles ♫

♫ Grant you warmth, grant me affection ♫

♫ We stay together for evermore ♫

Why is it you?

Well. I'm here to thank you for saving my life.

The wolf maul injuries won't heal easily. So I came to deliver skin healer powder.

Leave it here. Ask Ze in.

You haven't bandaged it yet.

No need. I will do it myself.

- But you are hurt because of me. - Shangguan Zhi. I said...

Pan Yue.

I'm not Shangguan Zhi.

I'm Yang Caiwei.

Yang Caiwei.

Why do I always think of you whenever I see her eyes?

Young Master, the princess...

I didn't see anything.

What's the rush?

Young Master, um... You have a letter from the princess.

Oh, right. I forgot about the princess.

Ling, let me ask you something.

Hasn't Miss Shangguan gotten over my young master?

I'm going to be honest.

Mr. Pan is married.

If you genuinely care for Miss Shangguan, you should ask her to give up.

Right after Mr. Pan's newlywed wife passed away,

he began pursuing the princess who was above his station.

It is unfair for Miss Shangguan that she has liked a man like him.

You are talking nonsense.

Mr. Pan is a devoted man.

To fulfill the engagement, he was kicked out of the house

after a fallout with Master and came all the way here for Miss Yang.

after a fallout with Master and came all the way here for Miss Yang.

But Miss Yang is so unfortunate.

I only hope that Mr. Pan will return to the capital as soon as possible

and marry the princess to ease Master's worries.

The Pan family can return to peace as well.

I didn't know Pan Yue came to find me even at the cost of cutting ties with the Pan family.

♫ How many looks do we need to affirm each other? ♫

♫ It's sincerity that fools me ♫

♫ But it's seriousness that traps you ♫

Ze is right.

His life has finally got back on track.

I shouldn't have shown up and brought him trouble.

♫ Before I can face love and hatred with grace? ♫

Oh, Yang Caiwei.

You should have just died to get him out of the difficult spot.

♫ ♫

♫ It's an unwillingness to be just a passer-by with you ♫

♫ Even if I were to die after a few intense struggles ♫

♫ I would have lived a life worth living ♫

♫ If grasses and trees are sharp blades, if mountains and waters are temples ♫

♫ It's good to be alive even for a short moment ♫

♫ I wish I could be worthy of the thoughts ♫

♫ And I wish I could be worthy of the love ♫

Caiwei.

Caiwei, you are still alive.

What is wrong with me?

Why would I dream of her?

Mr. Pan, your condition has improved much better.

But you can't touch water for the time being.

It is too bad if you get feverish.

By the way, physician.

What is your order?

Is there an illness that causes one to see illusions?

What kind of illusion? Please elaborate.

Well. I mistake two different people for the same person.

You mistook someone.

I got it. You might have an eye disease.

- I will perform acupuncture for you. - There is no need.

Thank you.

[Old Cases Archive of Heyang County]

What has happened between Mr. Pan and Miss Shangguan?

Don't be nosy.

People with a fine taste like them might enjoy this.

You know nothing at all, and gossip about Miss Shangguan.

You never knew how much Miss Shangguan has done for Mr. Pan.

What did she do? Care to tell?

- She just handles cases in the county ya men. - Way more than that.

She is a lady of noble birth.

Yet she humbled herself, controlled her temper,

and secretly learned forensic skills just for Mr. Pan.

Miss Shangguan restrained herself, and imitated Miss Yang.

Knowing that Mr. Pan won't respond to her affection, she still does all this.

- This is how resolved she is. - But is changing herself for a man worth it?

- You are clueless. - I see.

She deliberately imitated Yang Caiwei. That's why I have those illusions.

Since I have made the resolution, I mustn't waver and be cast down.

When you win some, you lose some. There is nothing I can't let go.

Finish this glass, and I'm going to face him without attachments.

We will find the culprit together.

Mr. Pan, do you come here for a drink?

- Please sit. - It is fine.

You came here first. You should sit.

Are you in a good mood? You have the pleasure to come here for a drink.

Yes. I have finally come around to something.

Naturally, I'm happy.

You look relaxed too.

I have also come around to something. I feel relaxed.

My mind is at peace, and I feel delightful.

Mr. Pan, please enjoy your drink. I will take my leave.

Mr. Pan, this is unexpected.

Miss Qing, you are well-informed about everything that happened in Heyang.

I want you to help me identify something.

I haven't seen it before.

Are you sure?

Even if you don't believe me, there is no need to stare at me.

Staring at the face of a fancy lady who is covered with makeup

and has rich experience won't give you any hints.

Since I have formed an alliance with you,

I will certainly tell you anything you want to know.

I won't hide it from you.

Speaking of our alliance, tomorrow is the seventh day I promised to Silver Rain Terrace.

Rest assured. Everything is ready.

[Gambling House]

Xiaosheng.

Caiwei.

I haven't seen or heard about it.

Caiwei, you see. The pattern resembles water ripples.

Probably, it's related to the sects on the water.

As long as you pay enough money, I will get whatever intel you want.

- Don't worry about the money. Go ahead and investigate. - You can count on me.

By the way, how is Master?

He is doing well. He eats and sleeps well. But he keeps mentioning you.

I must find the truth quickly and reunite with Master.

The man the waiter mentioned must be him.

But why would a noble lady from the capital befriend a peddler in the Ghost Market?

This is a treasure from the ancient Chu.

I'm going to make a huge profit out of it.

Jiang?

Um... It's going to rain. Jeez, bad weather.

What are you doing?

Why are you running away?

You...

You are a woman.

Can't you tell?

I have something to ask.

I know everything that happens around this place.

As long as you pay me enough money, you can inquire about anyone.

- Is it enough? - Go on. Who do you want to ask about?

Shangguan Zhi.

I don't know her.

Hey, can you...

All right.

I might know. Ask away.

Both of you took me back to the inn a few days ago. Why did you help me?

Also, how did she know about the orchid knot?

W-W-What orchid knot?

My friend invented this knot. No one would know about that except for her.

Did you try to scare me just to know about this?

Your friend is called Yang Caiwei, right?

- Do you know Yang Caiwei? - Of course. We were close.

Caiwei was very kind to me. She taught me how to tie the orchid knot.

Here's what happened that day.

When I passed by a tavern, I saw you drunk, and kept calling Caiwei's name.

I figured you two must know each other, and might be friends.

So, I was generous enough to carry you back.

Miss Shangguan was just helping me.

I didn't expect you to be so ungrateful. You pointed your sword at me and harassed me.

I feel sorry for Caiwei.

I... I didn't harass you.

What is your name?

Bai Xiaosheng.

Since you are Yang Caiwei's friend, why were you with Shangguan Zhi?

I heard that Shangguan Zhi wasn't kind to Yang Caiwei.

Miss Shangguan bought jewelry from me, so we got to know each other.

I think she isn't as obnoxious as the rumors describe. Hence, we...

Pan Yue is the one to blame.

He forced Caiwei to marry him and kill her.

Not only that, he was also messing with Miss Shangguan, and toying with her feelings.

Well, the enemy of your enemy is your friend, right?

I heard about his seven-day promise with Silver Rain Terrace.

So I'm going to take this opportunity to find clues against this hypocrite.

Did you find anything?

I did. I...

You have asked so many questions.

You want to know everything?

I didn't take your money to answer your question just now.

Besides, I need Miss Shangguan's permission before I answer you.

Are you done? I'm leaving.

Bye.

[Pan]

The bet is closed!

The result of the bet between Mr. Pan and Young Master Zhuo

of Silver Rain Terrace will be revealed tomorrow!

Mr. Pan could settle the ruthless Cai Sheng.

Dealing with Young Master Zhuo is an absolute breeze to him.

- Exactly. - Exactly.

The powerful dragon can never suppress a local snake.

Despite Mr. Pan being resourceful, he's not going to bring Silver Rain Terrace down.

- Don't be ridiculous. - I'm going to count my winnings tomorrow.

Everyone. Silver Rain Terrace is coming soon.

Yesterday, I went to the temple to draw a lot. Guess what I got.

An ominous sign.

Should we do some early preparation?

- What is there to prepare? - Get ready to run.

Think about this. If both sides get into a fight,

Young Master Zhuo can kill small fish like us effortlessly.

Ugh.

Constable Liu. You have to make a decision.

Should we run away or not?

I have been thinking about this last night.

One whole night. I can't decide.

You see. If we don't run away, we might die here.

But if we run away, we haven't received the salary this month yet.

It will be a great loss for us if they don't fight.

You... You are being penny-wise and pound-foolish.

Run away if you want.

If there were no such fight, we would be living in humiliation in Heyang.

I'm a foreigner.

- Shut up. - Hold on.

Hearing your rumble, turns out you are all just cowards.

Run away if you want.

I swear I will stand with Mr. Pan and fight against the evil.

Registrar, I know you have placed all your money on Mr. Pan.

That's right. Quit pretending to be a righteous man.

Registrar, this is bad! The Four Greats are here!

Three of the Four Greats have come.

Mr. Pan is in hot soup.

[Heyang Magistrate's Office]

What a grand gesture from Silver Rain Terrace.

Are you setting an ambush even before the real show starts?

You got the wrong idea, Mr. Pan.

Gathering you and Silver Rain Terrace in the same place is a rare sight in Heyang.

Both of us are here for this rare sight. We won't interfere. Don't worry.

Mr. Gu is right.

Young Master Zhuo said he wanted to kick you out of Heyang.

I was curious what he would do to chuck you out.

So I came here with this anticipation.

Mr. Pan, today is the seventh day.

Yang Caiwei's falling-off-building case, you need to give us an answer.

No rush.

You can't get away with it by stalling time.

So what if I can't get away with this?

You ask me?

If the county ya men doesn't act according to the law,

what is the point of keeping it?

It can be burned down.

Mr. Pan, the culprit of the falling-off-building case is here.

- Bring the person in. - Yes.

Don't worry. I have prepared a gift for you.

So Pan Yue and Qing Di whispered about finding a scapegoat.

That explains why he isn't worried about the seven-day deadline.

It's you.

What is going on?

I used to serve Mr. Chen.

That ugly woman killed Mr. Chen. I swore to avenge Mr. Chen.

So I disguised as a guest and sneaked into the wedding,

trying to knock that ugly woman out.

Then, I pushed her off the building.

I'm afraid the incident is much more complicated. Young Master Zhuo...

Young Master Zhuo cherishes the people of Heyang.

He determined to seek the truth for Miss Yang.

We are truly impressed by his sincerity.

As for this audacious murderer, I believe he has nothing to do with Silver Rain Terrace.

This is a misunderstanding.

We don't have to estrange the officials for a murderer.

Mr. Sun, am I right?

Young Master Zhuo has arrived.

[Court]

Greetings, Young Master Zhuo.

Is he the young master of the Silver Rain Terrace who wiped out the Gold Water Sect three years ago?

He has never shown his face before.

Jiang?

He's the young master of the Silver Rain Terrace?

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'Door' - Zhou Shen

♫ Like the dew, waiting for a glimmer of sunlight to welcome the morning ♫

♫ How many glances to we need to exchange to affirm each other? ♫

♫ Your sincerity fools me ♫

♫ And my seriousness traps you ♫

♫ The depth of the past is best left unexplored ♫

♫ How many more failures do I have to experience? ♫

♫ Before I can face love and hared with confidence? ♫

♫ No one should ask about the moment of letting go ♫

♫ Is it a moment of liberation or cowardice? ♫

♫ Perhaps I've mistakenly entered your heart, and now I'm feeling unsettled ♫

♫ I'm unwilling to just be a passer-by with you ♫

♫ I'm not going to give up without a fight ♫

♫ My life would have been worth living ♫

♫ If grass and trees are sharp blades, if mountains and waters are temples ♫

♫ Every moment with you is a blessing ♫

♫ I will never take you for granted ♫

♫ And I want to be worthy of your love ♫

♫ Perhaps I've mistakenly entered your heart, and now I'm feeling unsettled ♫

♫ I'm unwilling to just be a passer-by with you ♫

♫ I'm not going to give up without a fight ♫

♫ My life would have been worth living ♫

♫ If grass and trees are sharp blades, if mountains and waters are temples ♫

♫ Every moment with you is a blessing ♫

♫ I will never take you for granted ♫

♫ And I want to be worthy of your love ♫

♫ Be worthy of your love ♫