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[Brocade Odyssey]

[Episode 2]

Whether it's day or night,

this troublemaker,

is forbidden

from washing silk in Huanhua Creek!

Mr. Hua,

everyone knows

that only the Shu brocade washed in this creek

can achieve its vibrant color.

That's the only way to create true Shu brocade.

Huanhua Creek is the backbone of every dyehouse!

I don't know how I offended you

and why you ruin my business like this.

You didn't offend me.

You offended Mr. Sang!

If you're allowed to wash silk here again,

Mr. Sang will think that we're allies.

Who's to say he won't come and pick a fight with us one day?

I'd like to ask

who will dare stand against Mr. Sang's wrath.

Huanhua Creek has been open to all

for centuries.

It bears no claim to your family's name!

I never claim it is.

I'm simply looking out for everyone's interests.

If it means we must play the villain, so be it!

Mr. Chen, what are you doing?

I've purchased her silk by now.

Have you the authority to stop me

from washing my own silk?

I'll buy some too.

Give me the rest.

Stop! Stop here!

Do you take me for a fool?

I've told you

the Ji family is forbidden from washing silk here!

They are not permitted!

And if any of you dare to aid her,

you can all leave now!

I kick you!

Enough...

This must be Hua Xiangrong's scheme

to keep you from washing silk.

If Mrs. Hua knows about it,

she won't stop you.

I'm the one she seeks to isolate.

Stupid fool!

They're all scheming, every one of them!

That woman is not a good person too!

She's trying to use this

to drive our prices down!

Mark my words, if she doesn't,

I'll write my name backward!

Mr. Chen,

this will help settle your nerves.

Would you like some?

I don't want it!

Mr. Sheng,

is your box filled with medicine?

Yes.

I may appear quite strong...

I mean,

I've always been somewhat frail since I was a child.

My mother insists

that I have enough medicine on hand

in case I need it.

This is good for the heart.

This one strengthens the liver and stomach.

And this one helps with sleep and prenatal nourishment.

Prenatal nourishment?

Your mother certainly has very high expectations of you!

Medicine is for all, regardless of gender!

It's all useful.

You should take some.

Why do I need prenatal nourishment?

Have some, Mr. Chen.

I don't need that!

I want to eat his brain!

I want to chew him up,

lick his bones clean,

and fry him to eat!

This event happened because of me.

I've dragged you into this mess alongside me.

What are you talking about?

You've always helped us delay Hua Xiangrong.

We're not heartless!

Even if this were to happen again,

we could never stand by and watch you being bullied.

- Yes! - That's right!

You're all so spirited.

Do you care to make a wager with me?

W-What kind of wager?

Do you know

why the Hua family dares to treat us this way?

Because we're just small dyehouses,

with little power to speak of.

The Hua family is the largest dyehouse in the city.

They get the whole cake, while we're left to scramble for the crumbs.

We have no choice but to rely on the little scraps

they toss our way to survive!

Then why would they bother splitting their orders

with us?

Because our prices are low!

It's far more profitable for them than hiring more workers

at their own dyehouse.

Besides, they've long been accustomed to driving our prices down.

Not just that!

Think about it.

Their indigo silk

is mainly dyed by Ms. Zhu.

They tend to order

green and blue silk from me.

Their orders from your family

are mostly for Shiyang brocade and midnight purple.

Yours is scarlet.

Yours is olive and blue.

Our dyehouses may be small,

but we have our own specialties!

A lot of our colors are actually done better than the Hua's Dyehouse!

But...

Our silk are all sold through the Hua family.

People only know Hua's Dyehouse.

They don't know about us smaller dyehouses.

So?

So, if we all join forces,

we'll become one large dyehouse

with the resources to handle

bigger orders.

Once we've built our reputation,

we won't have to fear a lack of business.

We'll have the leverage to secure better orders,

and then, we won't have to worry

about being unable to wash our silk!

Hold on. You make it sound so easy.

It's not easy

to build up a reputation.

I agree.

All the larger dyehouses have powerful individuals backing them.

That's right!

Just tell me. Since we have no power or status,

how can we fight against them?

Yeah.

Even if we compete against them,

they'd defeat us!

That's right!

When there's a will, there's a way.

How could you know if you don't even try?

I...

A kite!

Which fool has the mind to fly a kite at a time like this?

Everyone, take some time to think it over.

We'll discuss it again once you've made up your minds.

Mr. Chen,

please keep an eye on my silk for me.

I...

I'm going to see what fool is out there flying a kite.

What's so interesting about a fool?

Why does she enjoy surrounding herself with such idiots?

That's right.

You're the idiot!

[Zhao Xiuyuan]

Xiuyuan!

Why are you free to be out today?

How is your brocade coming along?

Don't think you can change the subject

just because you've given me some sweets.

I heard about your incident with Sang Shisi.

I brought some medicine for you.

But as I'm looking at you, you don't seem hurt at all.

I knew it!

Whenever you get into a scuffle,

it's always the other party that ends up injured.

I never said I'm not hurt.

I'm injured right inside!

You'll need to get closer to see it.

Where?

I knew you were lying!

I can smell the dye on you.

Aren't you afraid of red?

Why would you put it on your face?

I'm only afraid of red when it's flowing...

when it runs like blood.

Not all reds scare me.

Alright,

let's get back to business.

I've looked

into Sang Shisi.

His sister is one of the emperor's concubines.

His father is a brocade officer.

The other children all have accomplished careers.

He's the only one

who's done nothing but fool around.

What are his hobbies?

He is good at nothing,

but he excels at one thing.

What?

Madiao.

Madiao?

[Yuebuhuan]

How dare you serve me raw food?

Innkeeper!

If you still don't show yourself now,

I'm going to...!

Going to what?

You're the innkeeper?

[Ms. Yu, Yuebuhuan Inn]

Yu Linglong!

What are you doing?

I'm getting you a properly cooked dish.

You must give me a satisfactory answer today.

At the very least,

you should compensate me.

Well...

It's fine

if you refuse,

but you should

at least

have a drink with me, shouldn't you?

Sure.

Do you know why my inn

is called Yuebuhuan?

How could I know?

We offer fine wine here.

Guests who stay the night

won't be allowed credit.

If it's not paid within the month, they won't be allowed to go home.

Eat if you like it.

If not, just leave!

You run a shady establishment!

You serve us moldy food!

Don't you realize that could kill us?

I'm going to report you!

When Mr. Wang was still Xichuan's military commissioner,

he once dined here

and praised the fish.

He said it was like shimmering gold among falling petals,

a taste so exquisite it surpassed even the beauty of Jiangnan's landscapes.

Mr. Wang gave such high praises,

yet you dismiss it,

calling it unfit for human consumption.

You've insulted Mr. Wang terribly.

I wonder who will be held accountable

when this reaches the court.

Why should I listen to you?

If I were you,

I'd settle the bill quickly,

then hurry home and hide.

I'll only mention this once everyone has forgotten about it.

I'll never come here again!

Never again!

Apologies for the interruption.

I'll offer a discount

on all alcoholic beverages today!

Thank you, Ms. Yu!

Waiter!

Come here please!

Get us another bottle!

I'm coming!

When did Mr. Wang

ever praise my fish here?

I made it up.

They won't be meeting Mr. Wang anyway.

And even if they do,

all they will talk about is work.

Who would bother with something so trivial?

What brings you here?

Have you heard about my incident with Sang Shisi?

Your name has traveled far.

Ms. Ji would not bow to power

and bravely stood up against Mr. Sang!

Do you want to make a name for yourself too?

Borrow me your place for two days,

and then borrow me some money.

Lend you some money?

Look how empty this place is!

It just has several customers for a whole day.

I have no money to lend you.

Just lend me the money.

I guarantee your inn will be filled with customers,

and you'll be making a fortune every day.

Do you have a plan to deal with the Hua family?

Or is this all for Sang Shisi?

Everyone knows that the way to fight power is with power.

Good!

Well done!

Thank you for letting me win.

The Queen of Gambling is highly skilled.

You make us feel inadequate.

You're far too kind.

Anyone else wants to play?

It's you?

You're the Queen of Gambling?

Come on, play a round with me.

I'm talking to you!

Didn't you hear me?

Do you know why I am gambling with money?

Why?

Because I offended Mr. Sang at Huanhua Creek.

The Hua family fears I'll bring trouble to them,

so they won't let me work at the creek.

My dyehouse is on the brink of closing down!

I have no choice but to rely on this to support my family.

How could I know such matters?

Never mind.

Once I have spoken my mind, I move on.

I never imagined the Hua family

would ensnare you using my name.

We shall discuss this later.

But now, let us make a wager!

No.

You...!

Very well. I shall accept your wager.

Regardless of the outcome,

I will see to it that the Hua family

leaves you in peace!

Really?

I stand by word.

Come on!

Place your wager on big or small.

Twenty wen each round

until you have claimed all of your opponent's money.

Anything you like.

70,000 guan.

80,000 guan.

Impressive!

[70,000 guan, 7 suozi, 80,000 guan, 8 suozi]

[50,000 guan, 60,000 guan.]

Ms. Ji's skills are truly remarkable.

She won eight times out of ten.

She is indeed impressive.

She wins when she wants.

She loses when she wants.

What does that mean?

What do I mean?

You should eat something before drinking,

or you'll harm your health.

You fare well

even without the aid of your family.

I never expected

that you would be the first to recognize me

with me not returning all these years.

Three meals a day,

and the journey stretches before me.

With a carefree heart,

the days pass in ease.

Come on,

my sister.

Thank you for thinking about me.

Your wine is

as exquisite as ever.

You're making me sound old by calling me sister.

Alright.

What rotten luck.

Let's take a break.

Mr. Sang, I have already conceded.

Please, allow me to return home.

No yet!

I am far from finished!

Come on, let us play 300 more rounds!

Little rascal!

You little rascal!

I just came...!

I just came back,

and you're already causing me trouble!

You...!

You are...

still running!

You even forced a poor girl to gamble with you.

Stand right there!

Stop hitting him...!

Get down here!

No! You'll hit me if I do!

Stand there!

Chief Sang, you've misunderstood.

[Chief Sang] Chief Sang, you've misunderstood.

Mr. Sang and I are not here

to gamble.

We were attracting a crowd

for business.

Yes...

What business?

What business?

Tell my father

about it now.

I had no intention

of revealing it.

But since you have asked,

I will show you.

Mr. Jiang, take it out.

Here.

This is a Madiao pouch crafted by the Silk Society.

A Madiao pouch?

I have never heard of such a thing.

These were blessed by Leizu herself.

Each carries its own meaning.

Look.

Wanguan.

It symbolizes families and merchants

prospering with each passing day.

This is suozi.

[Suozi] It carries

a blessing for scholars to succeed in their exams.

[Wenqian] And this is wenqian.

It symbolizes the flow of thoughts

and a bright future to come.

That's good.

Oh, this is a great one.

Shiwan.

This is a gift that Mr. Sang

specially wished to present to you.

For me?

Yes, Father.

Father, this is for you.

I will help you put it on.

This is a blessing, wishing you

a life free of mistakes,

with good health

and longevity.

It is Mr. Sang's affection for you.

This little thing is quite intriguing.

Miss,

when do you plan to begin selling it?

If everyone likes them,

the Silk Society

shall do our utmost to produce them, okay?

Mr. Chen?

Mr. Jiang?

Mr. Sheng?

Yes...

Exactly...

Silk Society?

During your absence,

Mr. Sang took pity on our hardships

and thus established the Silk Society on our behalf.

The Madiao pouch

marks our first venture.

Yes...

Mr. Sang serves as our honorary president.

We are not truly

gambling here.

We merely sought to spread word of our endeavor.

Are you truly doing a business?

Yes, Father.

You have misunderstood me.

Chief Sang,

you have misunderstood our president.

He has worked tirelessly

for us.

Interesting.

Don't bully others.

Okay.

And don't get bullied too.

- Goodbye, Father. - Take care, Chief Sang.

Esteemed guests,

if you fancy the Madiao pouch

crafted by the Silk Society,

we invite you to place your orders now.

The first 50 orders will receive a special half-price offer.

The design that Chief Sang possesses is particularly intricate.

We don't have that many of it.

Only 30 can be reserved.

They shall be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.

I want it...!

Listen here.

If you wish to have one,

place your orders with me.

Are you using me?

Yes.

Yes?

We were only here to sell the pouches.

Who knew you would come?

And I certainly did not expect your father's arrival.

In a few days, you may inform your father

that you no longer wish to serve as the honorary president.

Then, there will be nothing binding you to us.

No way!

It is already official now.

I cannot simply walk away from it.

But being our honorary president means

you must lend a hand in our efforts.

Do you think I am incapable of helping?

Alright, you can try.

As the honorary president,

will there be any benefits afforded to me?

Oh, Mr. Yang.

Of course there is. I'll get it for you.

Come.

How annoying.

I wish to gamble with Ms. Ji.

The loser shall be bound to honor a deal

with the winner.

No.

Sure!

Shisi,

what kind of president are you?

Honorary president.

No wonder no one heeds your words.

It is a title

without power.

Could she have been deceiving you from the beginning?

Think about it.

Was it mere coincidence that your father arrived?

Was it a coincidence

they had to...?

Come!

I'll gamble with you.

Ms. Ji,

why don't we play it differently?

Let us each play with three cards.

It will be quicker.

Sure.

[1 suozi]

Ms. Ji,

please.

[80,000 guan]

[70,000 guan. 80,000 guan]

[8 suozi]

That's huge.

He is losing for sure.

Mr. Yang's cards

fall short beside hers.

[9 suozi]

- Wow! - He's so good!

[90,000 guan. 9 suozi]

He's so good!

[90,000 guan. 9 suozi. 900,000 guan]

Impressive!

Ms. Ji,

is there something amiss

with my cards?

Mr. Yang, your prowess is unmatched.

I admit defeat.

Please, make your request.

I wish to pay a visit to your home.

Why is it that you always wish to visit my home?

It is thanks to all of you that this has gone

so smoothly.

Us?

Us...?

Did you hear?

No.

There's a new gambling champion in Yizhou.

She has never lost.

She has defeated everyone in Yizhou.

Anyone who gambles with her

will only bring shame upon themselves.

Of course.

Take me to her at once!

Chief Sang,

Mr. Sang is forcing others to gamble with him.

None are permitted to leave until he is pleased.

You must uphold justice.

I will go take a look!

We made the Madiao pouches.

Wan Wan, a few others, and I

worked tireless for days to make them.

We tricked Sang Shisi into gambling with you

using his beloved

Madiao card game.

We then drew in his father

to teach him a lesson,

and now he is bound by us,

made to take on the position of president.

It's all connected.

Impressive.

Brilliant.

I have a question.

Are you really the god of gambling?

8 suozi.

50,000 guan.

7 wen.

All of these cards

show slight differences in color

after being worn by sweat, alcohol, and tea stains.

I remember them by their hues.

Alright.

What do we do next?

We'll take revenge of course.

The expense of lamp oil alone is far too high this month.

This is bad.

We should save more.

Pay it sooner.

Yingying won't have to

work so much then.

Yaoting,

you scared me.

Sneaking out again?

You're really forming this chamber?

Yaoting,

I have waited years for this moment.

I started this trouble with Sang Shisi,

but every crisis presents an opportunity.

How could I not be aware

that I've offended Mrs. Hua

and that she will seek revenge?

Does that mean that she won't scheme

against us if we don't provoke her?

The Hua family has powerful backing.

I don't know who is backing them.

I don't know about their schemes too.

But doing business is much like gambling with Madiao cards.

If you cannot read your opponent's hand,

the only choice is to make yours the strongest.

So,

Yaoting,

I'm begging you.

Thanks, Yaoting.

Stock up on more dye and silk thread in the coming days.

Take on orders beyond those of the Hua family.

Accept the orders even if

they are less profitable.

What are you up to now?

Just a precaution.

I've already told Mr. Chen and the others,

but Pin's family does not wish for me

to have contact with her at this time.

I beg you to take care of this errand for me.

Stocking up on dye is a good idea,

but with Mrs. Hua holding control over Huanhua Creek,

we have no place to wash the silk.

Yaoting, trust me.

We will soon have a place to wash our silk.

Ji Yingying.

Mother!

That's outrageous!

How dare they seize territory

and not let us wash our silks?

That was before.

But now that you are here,

let's see who dares to stand in our way.

Don't worry.

As long as I'm here, I will protect you.

Let's see if they have the courage to act.

Of course...

They are here...

They are here.

Go.

Go.

Starting today,

we will wash our silk here,

be it day or night.

Useless son,

living off others!

Go home and tend to your mother's feet!

Go!

You scoundrels!

I'll fight you.

My father always says

we should think more and act less.

Always persuade others with reason.

Today's goal is to reason

in a harmonious manner.

Why are you just standing there?

Get them!

Wait...!

Listen here.

We are now under the protection of Mr. Sang.

Try us.

Listen!

At the creek, I am supreme!

Mr. Sang means nothing here!

Who is Mr. Sang?

Get them!

How dare you insult Mr. Sang!

I just did! What will you do now?

Mr. Sang,

are we still going to reason in a harmonious manner?

How dare you!

Go!

Hurry...! Follow him.

Get in here!

Go away!

Mr. Sang...

I didn't know it was you, Mr. Sang.

Hit him!

Hit him...!

Hit him...!

Hit him!

Hit him...!

Are you acknowledging defeat?

Hua Xiangrong, you deserve it!

It's them! They are fighting at the creek!

Stop now!

[Brocade Bureau]

Help me see if it's broken!

It's bleeding...

It's bleeding?

It's bleeding!

Hua Xiangrong,

how dare you!

You have struck me until I am wounded!

How dare you!

Mr. Sang, I didn't know it was you!

If I had known,

I wouldn't have dared!

Not only did he strike you,

but he also insulted you!

He insulted you!

Shut up!

He insulted you.

You shut up!

I remember it now.

You said I mean nothing.

I'm telling you...

He even went as far as to call you a heap of dung!

Did you call me that?

Do you have a death wish?

Shut up!

Father?

Shut up!

I've been injured!

Kneel!

I told you to kneel!

Do you wish to humiliate me further?

You,

come with me.

Yes, sir.

You know as well as I do.

Only silk washed in the waters of Huanhua Creek

can be woven into Shu brocade

with vibrant,

long-lasting colors.

That is what makes it true Shu brocade.

For years,

dyehouses have seized land along the creek.

These people suffer in silence, while the officers turn a blind eye.

Now that Mr. Sang has caused a scene

at the creek,

I fear those with ulterior motives will take advantage of this.

Her Highness is highly favored in the palace.

If those who envy her

cannot act within the palace,

they will surely strike from without.

If His Majesty hears that

her family has become haughty, oppressive, and unruly

due to

her position,

what do you suppose he will think of her?

Those with ulterior motives?

Isn't she standing before me now?

It's true I have my own motives,

but

they are honorable ones.

Do you know

who lured Mr. Sang to the creek?

So, you already know.

What makes you any different?

I can guide your son

to abandon his reckless ways

and become a man of honor and integrity.

You?

How exactly would you manage that?

I trust you have inquired into

the present state of the Ji family

and taken measure of the kind of person I am,

following our last meeting.

The notorious Ms. Spitfire of Huanhua Creek.

I'll admit, you do possess a certain boldness.

Speak.

What do you want?

This incident

arose from disputes over territory at Huanhua Creek.

It's particularly sensitive as it involves Shu brocade.

But if the creek belongs to everyone

and private claims are forbidden,

then your son was simply playing by the creek

and got into a fight.

You are saying...

I ask that you establish a new rule

clearly stating that Huanhua Creek is to be shared by all,

and that no individual shall have exclusive rights to wash silk there.

Do you believe they will heed the rule merely because I issue it?

Which of the major dyehouses claiming land along the creek

does not have powerful support behind it?

Your rule would reflect your position.

Should they defy it, it would plainly reveal their contempt for the law.

If I establish this rule, it would imply that you too have powerful backing.

At the very least,

they wouldn't dare to drive you away again. Am I correct?

I believe that,

if given the opportunity,

you have the ability to restore the Ji family

to its former glory.

This is something I have embroidered myself.

[Wealth] I am giving it to you.

What is the matter? Don't you want it?

Do you think it's ugly?

Did I make it that obvious?

Zhao Xiuyuan!

Give it to me.

No!

I just meant

I'm afraid I won't be able to become a wealthy person.

Do you know why I'm giving this to you?

It's because you don't lack wisdom.

You are already brimming with creative ideas

and destined for greatness.

You lack neither resources

nor short of financial stability.

It is because you have always sought both high and low,

leaving no room for oversight.

Since I am without means,

allow me to offer you a painting instead.

[A great roc rises with the wind, soaring to the heavens] Though there's no roc in the painting,

the rolling clouds capture its majestic ascent.

A lone woman stands at the bow of a ship,

radiating grace with effortless charm.

Who says women cannot sail against the tide?

Who says they cannot shine with ambition?

But why does this woman's silhouette

seem so familiar?

Soaring to the heavens.

Is that not

how I perceive you?

So even you know

how to flatter people.

Let's turn this painting into brocade.

The clouds, water, the ship,

and even the woman.

If done properly,

it should not be too difficult to weave.

Yet,

capturing the vast essence of the painting

is no easy task.

Perhaps we could use a five-layer shuttle?

With more blended colors,

we could adjust the number of black and white threads

to create varying shades of gray.

This could work for capturing the shadows in the clouds and the waves.

Shadows are indeed a good idea,

but if limited to black and white,

the entire piece may seem lifeless.

We could alternate plain and twill weaves

to mimic

the flow of nature.

By adjusting the dominant colors,

we can create transitions and a sense of movement.

Use both plain and twill weaves

for texture,

and different colors to emphasize light and shadow.

If we do it like this,

we might truly capture

the vast essence of the painting.

Alright. I'll pick the threads and colors right away.

I'll embroider a sample.

Don't you still have something important to do?

The only thing I need to do now is wait.

Besides, this is important too.

I'll leave first.

[Wealth]

I know I was in the wrong, my dear.

I brought shame upon the Hua family.

I wanted to use that punk

to teach the Ji family a lesson.

Who would've thought Ji Yingying would be the one to benefit instead?

Come here.

Sit down.

I admit I was careless this time, my dear.

That is why I lost.

But next time, I'll make sure to teach them a real lesson.

How many times have I told you?

Don't get involved personally.

Given your stature,

fight only if victory is certain,

if not then, flee!

Gently, my dear.

My dear,

please don't be upset.

I promise I'll listen to you.

Later,

prepare the carriage for me.

I'm going out.

Are you going to see the master?

There is no need for him

to act right now.

Simply cause enough trouble

to compel Chief Sang to settle down.

Judging by your expression, Ms. Ji,

you don't seem pleased to see me here.

But alas,

a wager is a wager.

Surely, you won't go back on your word, will you?

Of course I won't.

Mr. Yang, this way.

[Hesheng Rice Store]

Excuse me!

Where are you running off to?

Even with my limited knowledge,

I know that shortcuts will not lead us there.

You wouldn't understand.

In my family,

the more distinguished the guest,

the more secluded the reception.

Guo Kui, you can't bite him!

Be careful! He is venomous!

Are you Guo Kui?

Well,

it seems even dogs fear villains.

Yingying?

Yaoting!

Who is this?

My name is Yang.

An honored guest of Ms. Ji.

He is a mere acquaintance.

Is Mother home, Yaoting?

I've been weaving brocade in my room,

so I haven't been to the front yard.

But based on her routine,

Mother is likely out procuring supplies.

That's great!

Yaoting, please fetch some water for Mr. Yang.

He seems to have a fondness for the water from our household.

Okay.

No rush.

I did not come here

merely to ask for water.

Rather, I came to visit an old acquaintance.

An old acquaintance? Who might that be?

I recall that your father, Mr. Ji Guinan,

won the weaving competition years ago.

His red Shu brocade earned resounding applause.

I was captivated by its brilliance.

Even after

all these years,

I still cannot forget it.

Yet, who could have imagined that

everything would change, and nothing remains as it once was?

Are you here just to reminisce, Mr. Yang?

You have spent so many years

with your father, Mr. Ji.

Surely, you must have inherited some of his skills.

I fear I may disappoint you, Mr. Yang.

When it comes to dyeing silk,

I am rather average

compared to Yingying.

Most of the silk in our home is dyed by her.

Is the dyed silk hanging here to dry?

Some is in the front yard.

Yaoting, why don't you fetch the water?

Okay.

No need to hurry.

This is my first time visiting a brocade family such as yours.

Ms. Ji,

why don't you show me around?

I would love to have a closer look.

Our home is modest.

There's not much of interest to see.

A simple home

can possess its own unique charm.

Get some water?

[Mrs. Zhao, Zhao Xiuyuan's mother]

It is an honor to have you

visit our home, Mrs. Zhao.

My daughter and Mr. Zhao have known each other since childhood.

Have we not already discussed this matter?

It is just that the Zhao family

is particularly strict with the sons.

We do not allow him to marry

unless he has accomplished something.

As a mother, how could I not be anxious about my son's future?

Yet, I cannot make such decisions in the family.

I see...

I understand your position, Mrs. Zhao.

I only hope you will speak kindly of us

to your husband.

To be honest,

one can marry

before achieving success.

Do you think I have not tried?

But my husband merely picked up his cup and said to me

the tea costs but three coins a liang,

yet it is served in a cup worth ten liang of silver.

Do you think they are a good match?

♪Fallen petals, scattered on the ground♪

♪Love awakes, but it fades before it grows♪

♪Like dust in the creek, it slips away♪

♪Time just spins, tearing at the seams♪

♪I walk through the pain, but I still chase the dream♪

♪The road is ahead, but it feels so unknown♪

♪How can we, so small, fight against this tide?♪

♪Holding on tight, as the ropes pull me inside♪

♪To show that the soaring crimson is mine to own♪

♪Red like a vow, that's burning slow♪

♪Silent red, where all my memories go♪

♪Throw the thread, and let the heartache show♪

♪Drowning in this, can't let it go♪

♪Red like flames, that burn through my soul♪

♪I walk these miles alone, through sleepless nights.♪

♪Love in the wind, alive, it's everywhere we've been♪

♪Red blooms bright, but it dies all alone♪

♪Red like a vow, that's burning slow♪

♪Silent red, where all my memories go♪

♪Throw the thread, and let the heartache show♪

♪Drowning in this, can't let it go♪

♪Red like flames, that burn through my soul♪

♪I walk these miles alone, through sleepless nights.♪

♪Love in the wind, alive, it's everywhere we've been♪

♪Red blooms bright, but it dies all alone♪