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♪The evening breeze kisses my brows♪

♪Allows a cloud to stay for me♪

♪After a long time, I still keep looking back♪

♪The sleepless universe accompanies me as I sleepwalk♪

♪How can we stay together in a mirage♪

♪A vast desert, with no oasis in sight♪

♪Time takes away the eternity I promised♪

♪Who can have your gentleness♪

♪Who still stays there♪

♪Finally, I silently endure but cannot be saved♪

♪The sorrow of the world turns into stars♪

♪Flowing over a few hills with the moonlight♪

♪I wish to follow behind you until we grow old♪

♪I will silently wait♪

=Everlasting Longing=

=Episode 11=

(Grand Chancellor's Mansion)

Greetings, Chancellor.

Wish you a long life.

Chancellor,

just a little something to say thanks. Please take it.

Mr. Yujue, you are too kind.

Chancellor,

our Jun family owes its success

entirely to your support.

However, my cousin's whereabouts are still unknown.

- I think... - No need to think or say more.

I have two questions for you.

First,

can you achieve the same results as Jun Feifan?

Chancellor,

you may not know,

but I've managed

to make my jewelry store flourish!

Your jewelry store?

Yes.

How much counterfeit jewelry did you sell last year?

People can see through it all.

Yes, Chancellor.

I admit, I was confused at the time.

Chancellor,

what's your second question?

How will you guarantee

Jun Feifan won't return alive?

Chancellor,

your second question

is a minor issue.

You know the Uncontrollable.

That area is a mess, full of

bandits and corpses everywhere.

Besides,

if my cousin were alive,

with his intelligence,

he would've returned by now.

Do you think I will

support you based on your empty words?

Where's the evidence?

I need facts.

Sure, sure.

I understand.

I understand.

Is it settled?

Yes.

We should leave now,

or we'll miss the Hunting Event.

The mastermind used you to lure me

into the forest for this.

I won't let him have his way.

What's wrong?

Once you become Wolf Lord

and unify the Five Clans,

will you attack Yannan?

Even if it's the King's command,

I won't let the people suffer.

Feifan once said

that he had a grand vision.

He wanted to open trade between

Beixuan, Yannan, and Xixiang.

The Uncontrollable is the perfect trading hub.

If a trading post is set up there,

it could reduce conflicts.

Now that I'm in Beixuan

and have met you,

if there's a chance,

I want to fulfill his dream.

A trading post?

Yes,

to facilitate trade between the three clans

and foster communication among the people.

It's more helpful than harmful.

If you truly don't wish to attack Yannan,

this is a perfect opportunity.

Consider it, General.

I'll think it over carefully.

Xuan Lie,

can I trust you?

I'll do my best

to keep my promise to you.

Don't break your promise to me.

Also,

the gift I gave you

holds my feelings.

Don't just give it to others.

Mr. Sun, what brings you here?

Mr. Luo, I...

May I speak with you in private?

Sure. This way, please.

I heard General Lie has gone missing.

The Hunting Event is about to start.

What should we do now?

I've sent troops to search for him,

but there's still no news.

At such a critical moment,

his disappearance can't be a coincidence.

Something's definitely off here.

Could Xi Changkun

be behind this?

Whoever is behind it,

Lie must return tomorrow

to hand over the Military Token.

Otherwise, the Wolf Lord will not...

Mr. Sun.

What do you mean by this?

Mr. Sun,

Lie's top priority now

is becoming the Wolf Lord

and helping the King unify the armies.

But he's still not back,

and we might end up in a leaderless battle.

If Xi Changkun seizes this chance,

all our previous efforts

will be in vain.

Then the Xuan Clan, the Luo Clan,

and even the Sun Clan will be in danger.

Since you have decided to help Lie,

why not go all the way?

If Lie doesn't return tomorrow,

I will fully support you in competing

for the Wolf Lord title.

Me?

Mr. Luo, please rise.

Don't put me in a tough spot.

I have no interest in being the Wolf Lord.

Liangzhou is remote,

bordering Xixiang and the Uncontrollable,

surrounded by enemies.

If I become the Wolf Lord,

I'll have to live in...

Central Town, the Royal City.

What about the people of Liangzhou?

But you're Lie's ally.

In his absence,

we must come up with a flawless plan.

Mr. Luo,

General Lie trusts you the most.

If one of us should do this,

I believe you're the best candidate.

I'll fully support you in competing for the Wolf Lord title.

- But, Mr. Sun... - General Luo.

Don't turn it down.

Given the situation,

this is the only thing we can do.

Hurry up,

or we'll miss the Hunting Event.

I'd hate to miss out

on such a big event.

You're not fully healed yet.

We'd better slow down.

I'm fine.

Xuan Lie!

My Lady, you all go hide.

I'll lead them away.

- Qimin... - Qingming.

Let's go.

Sir,

our men

have withdrawn from the northern forest

and are guarding the exits.

Before the Hunting Event,

they are trapped in the forest.

We won't let them escape.

Dismissed.

Come on in. Sit down.

Those attackers aim to kill you.

They clearly don't want you to leave the forest alive.

Their outfits differ from the previous group.

They must be from another faction.

It seems

Xi Changkun isn't the only one who doesn't

want me to be the Wolf Lord.

You're burning up.

It's the fever from your wound.

Let's rest here for now.

Qiluo,

they are after me.

You should go.

I can handle this.

Don't say that.

You promised me.

If you become the Wolf Lord,

you'll convince the King to establish a trading post

and not attack Yannan.

I'll keep my promise.

♪Flowers fall in front of the courtyard♪

♪Ripples shatter the twilight hues♪

♪The red mark on the brow will turn into a scar over time♪

♪What I wish to keep, I can't hold on to♪

♪Our love, like a moon in the mirror, a flower in the water♪

♪Did you love me, even for just a moment♪

♪As the veil lifts, our love comes to an end♪

Is anyone in that cabin?

Go take a look.

Someone escaped.

Go get them!

- Go get them! - Yes!

Hurry!

Qingming!

What are you doing?

Just stay here. Don't get in my way.

You always say you don't care about me,

but you always protect me.

(Xuanwu Palace)

Your Majesty,

General Xuan Lie and Princess Qingkou

are still not found.

Useless fools!

What's the point of reporting nothing?

Go find them!

Qiluo?

Qiluo?

Qiluo!

Answer me! Where is Xuan Lie?

Don't worry.

If we capture this woman,

Xuan Lie will come for her.

Don't waste your breath.

Xuan Lie won't come for me.

Even if you capture me,

it won't help you at all.

Well, we'll see!

Do you really think

Xuan Lie, Xuan Leader,

would walk into a trap and quit

the Wolf Lord Election for me?

Stop the nonsense.

Speak! Where is Xuan Lie?

Oh no, Xuan Lie is seeking reinforcements.

We'll deal with you before Xuan Lie.

Put her down!

What are you doing here?

Go back to the Wolf Lord Election.

You're risking your life!

Aren't you risking your life

to lure the enemy?

Reinforcements! Retreat!

I can't walk.

I can't walk.

I said I can't walk.

What do you want now?

Aren't you eager to join the Hunting Event?

But suddenly,

I find being with you

more interesting than the event.

Just go ahead

and leave me here alone.

If wolves eat me,

then

the King and Lie will blame you.

You will finally get your wish

and join me in death with Jun Qiluo.

But at least this way,

we can be together forever.

What can I do to make you walk?

I'm hungry.

Get me a rabbit,

and I'll go once I'm full.

Are you leaving?

Where are you going?

Go hunt a rabbit.

Why do you follow Jun Qiluo?

What's special about her?

None of your concern.

What I said today is true.

Only I can get you into the Hunting Event

and help you

send Jun Qiluo back to Yannan.

Have you thought it through?

Will you follow me or not?

My patience is limited, you know.

Why do you want to help me?

Because I like you.

Since childhood,

no one has ever shown

their true thoughts to me

or dared defy me.

You're the only one.

So, I'll give you a hand.

I'll go with you.

From now on, whenever I blow this whistle,

you must appear.

If not, our agreement will be void.

It's done.

Don't forget that.

Luo Qi will escort Qingkou.

They'll ride back with Shao Qimin.

We'll take the boat

and should make it to the Hunting Event.

How's your wound?

The roadside herbs worked well.

It's almost dawn.

If you lose the chance

to become the Wolf Lord to save me,

will it be worth it?

Yes, it will.

Moreover,

you risked your life for me.

If you're ever in danger again,

light the signal flare immediately.

No matter where you are,

I will come to you right away.

We've only known each other for months,

but you've been planning

to become the Wolf Lord for years.

Perhaps

it's where my heart leads,

and I find it hard to control myself.

If I fail to become the Wolf Lord,

I will plead with the King

using my military merits.

But when I think

you might get into trouble because of this,

I can't calm myself down.

I searched for you desperately,

hoping to

keep you by my side forever.

What about you?

Will you stay for me?

(Xuan, Xi, Luo, Sun, Su)

Your Majesty,

we can't wait any longer.

The Xuan Leader hasn't arrived.

It means he has given up.

Your Majesty,

the Hunting Event should start.

The incense hasn't burned out.

Waiting a bit longer won't hurt.

Missing the auspicious time might offend the heavens.

Announce it.

Here I come!

Queen Mother, my King,

I apologize for my lateness.

You're not late, just on time.

How did you get all these injuries?

Didn't Qingkou return with you?

Queen Mother, don't worry. I'm fine.

Princess Qingkou has returned to her tent.

She will join us after freshening up.

Great.

General, you are truly a noble of high birth.

For such an important event,

yet you're the last to arrive.

Without me as a rival, Mr. Xi,

wouldn't it be dull?

Let's begin.

May Beixuan be blessed!

May Beixuan be blessed!

Good wine, isn't it?

Exactly.

How about another drink?

Sure. Mr. Luo?

- Cheers. - Mr. Luo.

Zhizhou's always been a favorite with the ladies.

It's time he settles down and starts a family.

Join us for a drink.

Princess Zhaomin is also of marrying age.

She is a perfect match for Mr. Luo.

Of all the noble ladies,

Princess Zhaomin seems the best match for Lie.

Sorry, I misunderstood.

Your Majesty, you want Princess Zhaomin to marry the Wolf Lord.

Who is this, so blind?

General Lie.

(Xi Jixiu, Princess of the Xi Clan) I'm Xi Jixiu, Princess of the Xi Clan.

My father is Xi Changkun, the clan Leader.

The Queen Mother is my aunt.

General Lie, I'm here

to witness your greatness.

Xiu,

come here.

What are you doing?

I should be asking you that.

Do you know who he is?

He's Xuan Lie, Brother.

Of course, I know that.

But your infatuation...

Have you fallen for him?

You're the Princess of the Xi Clan.

Chasing him like that is undignified.

Don't forget,

the Xi Clan and the Xuan Clan are like fire and water.

The Xiao family of the Xi Clan has been the royal family's in-laws.

And as the Princess of the Xi Clan, I, Xi Jixiu,

should marry the most outstanding man in Beixuan.

And that is Xuan Lie.

You...

How's your injury?

Will it affect the election?

The Physician checked it. I'm fine.

Don't worry.

It took you so long

yet you are still in dirty clothes.

Are you jealous?

It's a good thing for you to be

favored by the noble ladies.

If they keep praising you,

your chances

of becoming the Wolf Lord will shoot through the roof.

Miss Jun is absolutely right.

I don't need women to help me win.

I'll let you talk.

I'm going to see Zhaomin.

Are you happy now?

She's angry with me.

I didn't expect the fearless Lie to have

something he's afraid of.

What exactly did you ask Miss Jun for?

Young Master,

the Xi's former soldiers are going to the settlement.

The Xi's former soldiers?

I'll tell you later.

Have we identified

the attackers in black?

Not yet.

Since you and Miss Jun disappeared,

I've had people watching all the clans.

In recent days,

only the Xi Clan sent people to the city's north late at night.

Their hands can't be clean.

- Leader. - Leader.

Come on. Cheers.

Since Yao City,

he's wanted you dead.

The reason

may go beyond just the title

of the Wolf Lord.

No matter how many disguises

he puts on, I'll expose him.

After you left,

I led the embroiderers

to find quality silkworms and improve our craft.

Also, I arranged work for many victims.

Now, Liangzhou is thriving.

That's good to hear.

By the way,

did you find that fragrant stone you mentioned before?

I found it,

but it'll take a little while to get it.

- Is that so? - This beauty must be

the Yannan woman General Lie captured

from the Uncontrollable.

(Su Yande, Head of the Su Clan) What a beauty.

But you're too skinny

to bear children.

So, name your price.

How about 100 sheep?

Su Yande,

watch your mouth!

Just because General Lie's not here,

doesn't mean you can lay a hand on Qi.

Mr. Su, if you were sold on the black market,

you probably wouldn't fetch half a sheep.

But if priced by weight,

maybe two.

Now that's a feisty one. Not bad.

No wonder General Lie likes you.

I'll offer 50 more cows...

If you dare touch her,

you'll be my enemy.

Oh... Mr. Su,

you... you never change.

Still can't see the situation.

Desiring someone who's not yours,

Mr. Su, you're quite the daring one.

Exactly.

Take a look at yourself.

How dare you covet Qi Luo?

Zhaomin, mind your manners.

I can't believe Liangzhou is allowing women to compete!

I qualified through the clan selection.

If you weren't a Leader,

you wouldn't be worth

sitting here with your skills.

- You... - Mr. Su,

aren't you leaving?

Fine.

See you on the field!

General,

the King requests your presence.

Greetings, Xu.

Why are you so late?

What happened?

I was attacked,

but luckily, Miss Qiluo saved me.

I managed to get away.

That Yannan woman again?

Do you know

who tried to kill you?

I've sent people to investigate.

At such a critical time,

it's truly unfair to you.

I also heard that the mining accident

was no mere accident.

Do you already have a answer?

Xi Changkun worked hard

to eliminate my chance

of becoming the Wolf Lord.

But that's the situation now.

The only way forward

is to win the election

and become the Wolf Lord.

Then we can settle all scores, old and new.

Otherwise,

with the Queen Mother backing the Xi Clan,

even I cannot stand up for you.

Rest assured, Xu.

I won't let you down.

(Jun Mansion)

Mr. Yujue...

What's the hurry?

Take your time.

Mr. Yujue,

a trading caravan has arrived outside.

They're asking to meet and do business with the Jun Manager.

The Jun Manager?

(Auspicious Yang) I just became the Jun Manager.

He doesn't deserve to meet me whenever he wants.

Handle it as usual.

But they're a caravan from the Sun Clan in Liangzhou, Beixuan.

What is that?

A letter they handed over.

"Seeking the stone. Don't worry."

Commander,

we've been waiting for you in the Royal City for days.

The King instructs you to bring the person back immediately.

Give me a little more time.

Stay in the Royal City for now.

Don't expose yourselves.

I will report directly to the King.

Yes.

- Don't rush. Don't rush. - Father!

- Take your time. - Bad news!

Bad news!

Don't rush!

Take your time.

We are doomed out there,

and you're still playing with birds?

Take a look yourself!

(Seeking the stone. Don't worry.)

"Seeking the stone. Don't worry."

I specifically followed the Beixuan caravan

to ask around.

They mentioned a merchant woman, Jun Qiluo,

helped with the deal

and even passed along a letter home.

Qiluo?

Jun Qiluo!

Isn't Jun Qiluo a hostage in Beixuan?

How could she be doing business with the Sun Clan?

Could it be...

Could it be Uncle secretly opened

trade routes behind our backs?

No way.

Even if they did establish trade with Beixuan,

knowing your uncle's temperament,

he would have informed me.

Son,

something's fishy about this.

Fishy?

Father,

why don't we capture Jun Qiluo's wet nurse

and interrogate her?

We'll know the truth.

My son is so clever!

You bet!

Young Master,

a lady named Qiluo is here to see you.

What brings her here?

Let her in.

Yes.

Young Master Xi, long time no see.

What are you doing here?

Did Xuan Lie ask you to?

I have something to discuss with you, Mr. Xi.

With me?

What is it?

I'd like to do business with the Xi Clan

and purchase some black iron crystal.

Did I hear you right?

You want to do business with me?

You're Xuan Lie's strategist

and my adversary.

Why should I do business with you?

I'm a merchant.

There are no permanent friends

or enemies in business.

Who you sell the mine to

doesn't matter,

but sell it to me and I will

offer a better price.

Young Master Xi,

this is a deal where you only stand to gain.

Think it over.

You're quite interesting.

Then tell me,

what do you need these crystals for?

The Jun family deals in textiles and jewelry.

Black iron crystal can improve looms

and be polished into the fine jewelry pieces.

Only by putting the mine in my hands

can it reach its full potential.

Quite a bold claim.

Since the King

granted these crystals to the Xi Clan,

I'm also in talks with other cities and towns

and will sign contracts in a few days.

I'm afraid I can't sell it to you.

I can offer double the price,

no matter who you're selling it to.

You didn't go to my father with this

but came directly to me.

Do you think I'm easy to manipulate?

Young Master Xi, don't underestimate yourself.

You are the future Leader of Xi Clan.

If I want a long-term partnership, naturally,

you're the best person to speak with.

Young Master Xi,

don't you want to impress your father?

Everything is prepared.

Just place it there later.

Forgive me, Deputy Luo.

Be careful next time.

Put the bow back.

- Let's go. - Luo Qi.

Miss Jun?

Is this the bow for General's election?

Yeah, I'm about to give it to him.

I heard General's Wushao Bow

is a rare masterpiece.

May I have a look?

That's not appropriate.

This is the Young Master's regular bow.

The election will start soon.

I'll return it shortly.

Miss Jun...

How should I report to the Young Master?

Young Master,

though you confessed your feelings to Miss Jun,

once you claim the Wolf Lord's title,

the King will definitely arrange your marriage for peace.

Have you explained this to Miss Jun?

She doesn't seem to care about me.

Why do I bother telling her that?

Miss Jun surely likes you.

Think about it. Which girl wouldn't care

about her beloved's affairs?

Miss Jun keeps her thoughts to herself.

Silence doesn't mean no ideas.

No agreement means still observing.

Why else would she take your Wushao Bow

before the election to vent her anger?

She took my Wushao Bow?

Yes, she said she'd return it shortly.

Perhaps she's holding it hostage,

waiting for you to go and apologize.

Never mind.

Bring me a spare bow.

But that's your regular bow,

- I'm afraid... - Just go.

Yes.

♪When I decide to hold you in my arms♪

♪I bury all past matters deep inside♪

♪When you decided to turn around♪

♪Everything would be clear to us♪

♪Then the green, piece by piece♪

♪Becomes a shadow in my heart♪

♪Covering my scarred past♪

♪Filling my once-empty heart♪

♪I want the green, piece by piece♪

♪To fall in my heart and turn into a star♪

♪Piecing together the Big Dipper to guard you♪

♪Illuminating the way home♪

♪Then the green, piece by piece♪

♪Becomes a shadow in my heart♪

♪Covering my scarred past♪

♪Filling my once-empty heart♪

♪Then the green, piece by piece♪

♪Will blooming brightly at the borders♪

♪The melody from nearby♪

♪Allows you to camp in my heart♪

♪Allows you♪

♪To camp in my heart♪