Episode 01
Incessant fighting during the Warlord Period.
Chengzhou
Why have they captured us?
Will we all die?
They definitely got the wrong people.
I'm scared.
Chengzhou Army's Headquarters
You... why did you capture us?
What law did we break?
Commander in Chief.
Commander in Chief?
Is he really the Commander in Chief?
He's Fourth Master Murong. Fourth Master Murong?
He's the Commander in Chief of six provinces in Chengzhou. Fourth Master Murong.
Yin Jing Wan. Tell me.
What did you do to our child?
Stop being delusional!
- What did you say? - I said...
stop your delusional thinking.
Fourth Master!
Shoot.
Shoot now!
Each road the Warlords set up, separates the regimes by force of arms
Monopolizing the army and government authorities,war between Warlords, year in year out is unceasing.
Two years before.Cheng Ying Railway.
Sorrow resides in happiness
like a snake hidden in the bush of flowers
Who, with the tired soul
can escape half-awaken fantasies.
Who resembles a blooming flower of belladonna - you or me?
Miss, you are really determined. You still have the mood to read?
I have been worried about this journey.
This is the first time we are going to buy goods in Chengzhou
I fear something will happen to us.
Don't worry. The people in Chengzhou are all my father's loyal clients.
More importantly, Uncle Fu is there.
I think everything will go smoothly.
Miss. It's noisy outside. I'm going to check what is happening.
- Uncle Fu. - Ming Xiang.
Miss, something abnormal is going on.
Soldiers from the Ying Army are looking for someone important.
They have checked the compartments several times.
Only our first class compartment was spared.
I think they won't stop until they find that person.
We have not left the area controlled by the Ying Army yet.
Luckily, we have the passes given to us by General Sun Jingyi.
We cannot help it.
Let's hope that no other complications arise.
Former Master is right.
Miss is so young. When you encounter problems, you stay calm.
I really respect you.
Uncle Fu, don't tease me.
I'm hungry. Ming Xiang, let's go to the dining car to eat.
Okay, let's go.
This is really delicious.
Stop eating. Everyone, stop eating. Take out your identity cards.
Take out your identity cards. Where are you going?
- Oh, to Hedong. I am going to my mother.
- Where are you going? - I'm going to visit my relatives.
Where are you going? Bring out your documents.
Uncle Fu. It's too chaotic here. Let's go back now.
Okay, let's go.
Okay, sit down.
Sorry, please let us through.
Miss... Conductor...
Have you seen a young man around 25 years old about this tall anywhere?
Miss. They seem to be looking for someone.
Lets not get involved. Uncle Fu. Ming Xiang. Let's go back and rest.
What are you doing?
Sorry.
I went to the wrong compartment.
You are lost?
Miss. Did you come back from Russia?
It is none of your business, sir. Leave.
Miss. I came back from Russia too.
- That is why...- Get up, you all.
Take out your identity cards.
- Take out your identity cards. - Help me.
Who are you?
Take out your identity cards.
You men, come with me.
What is your occupation?
You, stand up.
Come with me.
Commander, we are both honest merchants.
What wrong doings did my husband commit?
Where are you taking him?
Document for Free Passing
It's a misunderstanding. Sorry to bother you.
Take care.
Dear.
Sorry.
- Thank you. - Consider yourself lucky.
It was a pass personally issued by General Sun that saved you.
If not, you could have died.
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What is your name?
My family name is Lu. I'm Lu Zhi Jian.(famous martial arts master)
What a coincidence! My Name is Wu. Wu Zi Xu.(famous loyal General and politician)
They say that fate brings people together. If not, we wouldn't have traveled together.
Whatever. Since it was you who provoked me, you got what you asked for...
I gave you a big slap.
We are considered even now.
Daily newspaper! An attack on General Murong!
No one knows if he is still alive or where Fourth Master Murong is located.
- Newspaper! - Let me have one.
- Faster. Faster!- They even dared to assassinate the Military Governor.
- And Fourth Son is missing. - I think
the was also assassinated.
I think the regime of Chengzhou will change.
Newspaper!
Hey, Miss.
Wow, I am fortunate!
- Dad. - Xin Zhi, what are you doing here?
I came to see the Military Governor.
Military Governor!
We have already tried our best. He has passed away.
Military Governor!
- Withdraw for now.- All right.
Jia Ping.
The Military Governor died in Cheng's garrison.
I am really sorry.
This attempt shames me and there is no way I can justify myself.
Commander Cheng.
I recognize your loyalty towards the Military Governor.
What is most important now is to decide whether to announce the death of the Governor
before or after the arrival of Fourth Master. You must decide quickly, Commander.
Father, the assassin did not target the Cheng family.
I think he might have another motive.
What kind of motive?
No one knows where Fourth Master is located. I am afraid
that their next target will be Fourth Master.
Dad. To prove the innocence of the Cheng family,
and to prevent the assassin from committing another attempt,
we need to keep the Governor's death a secret,
at least until the arrival of Fourth Master.
Dad. In my opinion, we should pretend
that the Governor is only resting after being hurt.
General Xu, our Master is inside. Please come in.
And?
Damnit!
They have not said if he is dead or alive and his son has fled from his side.
There is no news whether it is this or that. I am burning with impatience.
Our units and the Yingzhou Army are expecting the change.
It seems I will have to personally check
if that old man is alive or not.
Quickly. Quickly. Hurry up.
Quick.
Reporting to Commander that Chang Degui and Xu Zhiping have arrived. They are waiting at the doors.
Don't panic. Just follow my orders.
This is a crucial moment. We cannot waste time. - Yes.
Xin Zhi. What are you doing?
Father, Governor's lips are blue. They will reveal our secret.
General Chang. General Xu. The Governor rests now. One should not disrupt him now.
Please do not enter. Listen to me, Generals. Generals, please...- Out of the way!
- Where is the Governor?- Generals!
Oh, General Chang.
Generals, why are you causing this ruckus?
Oh, we... we... we... we wanted to talk to the Senior Military Governor.
Can't you see that he's sleeping?
- Well... - Go back now.
- Let's go. - I would like to say a few words to him.
Look.
Why did you drag me out?
The Governor is badly wounded. If something happens because of you barging in,
who will take the responsibility for it? By acting like this,
you are showing disrespect towards the Governor.
Commander Cheng, we are only worried for the Governor's safety.
It is hard to stay composed.
That is why we came.
Exactly! Is the Governor's wound severe? Can't you give us additional information?
The Governor is very weak right now. He needs to rest.
Go back first. Visit him another day.
Then...
No... but... I...
Commander Chang, we were too reckless. Please forgive us. We'll go now.
Generals, this way.
Okay, we are leaving.
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The whole world is looking for you. How come you are not afraid?
What's the use of being afraid?
Do you know what a belladonna is?
It is a very beautiful flower...
but very venomous.
The world is full of beautiful things that one can only have after paying the highest price.
Just as we want to enjoy the sweet moments in life,
we need to embrace the suffering as well.
Although people know that bees are poisonous,
many people are still willing to eat honey.
People are not willing to live a tasteless life
therefore they prefer to play with fire.
We want to feel how our heart beats wildly.
That is why we want to maintain this feeling at any cost.
Mu Rong is there! Quick!
Quick, he's in the train.
Hurry and surround the train!
- You go that way! - Yes, sir!
Quick, come with me.
If not, you will be in danger too.- Hurry up!
You go up through here! Surround it!
Hurry! Climb here!
Guard that door properly.
Hurry up.
Come up, quick.
Hurry up.
Stop there!
If you don't, we are going to shoot.
- Give me your hand. - Stop there!
- Trust me. - Stop there!
Stop there!
Let's go.
What are you doing?! Out of the way!
Let's go.
Quick.
Let's go.
Stop there.
They are here.
Quick.
Go after them.
Let's go. Hurry up.
Stop there.
- Let's go. - Stop there.
Don't let them get away.
Quick.
Stop there!
Go after them now.
After them!
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Don't move. Let's see how you are going to escape.
Let's go.
Go after them now.
Quick. Stop there.
We lost them!
We are within the area of Chengzhou' s Army.
You will be safe as soon as you enter the village.
Thank you for saving me.
Take care.
Master.
Stop there.
Why are you serving tea?
I came because there are no other servants.
You slut! Serving tea and meals is not something
a mere kitchen aid like you can do!
Get out! - Yes, Master.
Senior Chang, something there was not right.
If the Governor was still alive, we wouldn't have problems with getting our tea.
Why was Xin Zhi giving him medicine when he was resting?
Senior Xu, your theory is right.
Come on, we'll go to the Governor's residence to see what happened.
- Generals, what do you want? - We came to see the Military Governor.
He is sick and is not receiving guests.
Sick with what? I am afraid his life could be in danger.
- We are specifically here to protect him. Move aside. - Wait.
- You want to stop me? Do you want to die? - Out of the way!
Separate yourselves! Don't move!
You!
What are you doing?
What are we doing?
I suspect you have plotted against the Military Governor.That's why we have come here to protect him.
What an audacity! Coming to the Governor's residence
without his permission! Do you have a death wish?
Hmph! It does not matter if the Governor is alive
or where Fourth Master is.
I can see you are plotting a revolt!
I'm telling you. If you don't let me see him today,
at least make Fourth Master come down to us.
If not, we won't leave. Move aside.
Stop there.
You slut! Dare to toy with me? Are you even qualified to do that?!
Put down the gun now. Put it down!
If you don't leave, I will not put it down.
Men!
What are you doing?
You have awaken the Governor.
I was asked to come down and check who is causing such a ruckus in the residence.
Er... Fourth Master.
We are here to visit him. Isn't that so?
General Chang... General Xu...
If you want, I can tell the Governor you came here,
bringing your troops with, to see him.
No.
No need. We have disturbed you.
Perhaps you can pass our well wishes to the Governor.
We are taking our leave.
Fouth Master.
I encountered Cheng Dagui Soldiers in Yingzhou.
I almost died.
This is not his territory. Why did his soldiers come?
I could not protect the Governor.
I shall bear the entire responsibility. I will accept your punishment, Fourth Master.
Fourth Master, I have not managed to accomplish my duties.
Please punish me.
This has nothing to do with you.
It happened too suddenly.
You did all you could to take care of the aftermath.
It confirms your loyalty towards my father and me.
Does Third Sister know about this?
She is Cheng Degui's daughter-in-law.
I was afraid she would not hide the truth about the Governor's death from him, so...
I didn't tell her.
Go back now.
Fourth Master, pull yourself together.
Fourth Master.
Father.
Don't worry.
I will absolutely protect your cause...
and the safety of the population.
- Sir. - Stop bothering me.
A woman with the family name of Yin didn't come here. Leave now.
I am sorry to bother you, but please check again.
- Oh, welcome. - Two luxury rooms please.
- Okay. How many days are you staying? - We are staying for two days.
Okay.
I think we should go out and look
for the Miss again. We cannot wait anymore.
No, Uncle Fu. We can't leave this hotel.
Before Miss left the house, she notified us that if separated,
we should meet at this hotel.
If Miss comes back and can't find us, what are we going to do?
Miss!
Miss.
What's wrong? What happened?
Miss!
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Sit.
Tell me. What is the situation?
Fourth Master, regards to the Governor's assassination, the Yingzhou Army was causing trouble at Chengzhou and Yingzhou.
Soldiers from Jiang Shuangxi in the north are anxiously waiting
for reinforcements.
Fourth Master, the Generals from the six provinces north of the river
are more or less aware of the Governor's assassination.
They are coming towards Chengzhou. They will arrive soon.
Fourth Master, five days have passed since the death of the Governor. We need to proceed with the funeral immediately.
My order is to immediately spread the news about the Governor's death.
Fourth Master, until today we had no idea the motive behind the Governor's assassination.
How should we disclose the death of the Governor?
We will disclose to the Army members that the Governor died from a grave ailment.
- This... Just say that it was a serious illness.
-Did you hear me? -Yes, Fourth Master.
Relay the order that starting today,
there is a state of emergency in Chengzhou. And convey my order
so that it will boost the Army's morale.- As You ordered!
Uncle Cheng, immediately transfer the Ninth Division to the north,
to deter the Jiang Shuangxi Troops from doing any counter-attacks.
Tomorrow, in the morning, I will call a military emergency meeting.
I want all Generals and Commanders of Chengzhou to participate.
Yes! Fourth Master.
Dear Uncles and respected Seniors,
my father has left this world.
I think you are as saddened as I am and find it difficult to accept this news.
As your nephew,
I think the last wish
of my father was
to unify the six provinces north of the river
and to unify the Chengzhou Army.
But today the neighbouring counties are still attacking us.
We are troubled by internal problems and external invasions.
I, Pei Lin, am too young and lack skills.
Therefore, I am counting on you, Seniors, to continue the unfinished work of my father.
Fourth Master, the country is in peril right now.
We decided to stay loyal to you and let you remedy the situation.
Seniors, be assured, I will not rest
until I fulfill my father's wishes.
No...
The news of my father's death has just been announced.
Due to the newest revelations, the Army's morale is low.
That is why we need to make sure that the Army of the six provinces will not get affected by this news.
You will receive my orders concerning this in a few days.
The Yingzhou Army does not cease to cause troubles.
Jiang Suangxi is looking longingly towards the north.
But we are forced to wait again.
Is that
the military strategy of Fourth Master?
We are being held in a place while the enemies are on the move. It is very dangerous.
What is the Fourth Master thinking?
In the southeast, Yingzhou Army has not yet finished its battle against Li Chongnian
therefore it will not make any sudden moves towards us.
The Ninth division from the north, under Commander Cheng
has secretly arrived at Ningchang-Gui'an, taking over the railway path.
You may rest assured.
Fourth Master's foresight does not fall short of the former Governor's.
This meeting is closed. Go back to your garrisons and comfort your soldiers.
Yes, sir.
General Chang. General Xu...
My dear Uncles, I count on you in
securing Chengzhou and Yingcheng.
I would like to thank you on behalf of my father first.
Fourth Master, do not mention it.
Fourth Master, don't worry!
We will definately fulfill your orders
without any hesitation.- Yes, yes, yes yes!
Thank You. I am sorry for not accompanying you out.- Of course. We are going.
Pei Lin. Do you know
I was really worried these past few days.
I was worried that you wouldn't come back.
Xin Zhi. Thank you for this period of time.
Remember when you were young and demanded
that I bring my father's gun so you could shoot it?
At that time, I wanted you to thank me but you strongly refused.
No matter what, today, I finally received your thanks.
I wouldn't have been able to face this peril without help from you and your father.
It would be impossible to take over my father's role without it. I really need to thank you.
My esteemed Uncles and Elders...
I think that the last wish of my late father was
to stabilize the six provinces north of the river and to unify the Chengzhou Army.
I, Pei Lin, am too young and am lacking the skill,
but I am counting on you to help me fulfill my father's last wish.
They agreed that Fourth Master looked composed and determined.
Showing an aura of a great man
that lacks in nothing compared to the former Governor.
Xin Zhi, I am sure General Chang and General Xu took part in my father's assassination.
They were waiting greedily, not even denying the conspiracy.
A brutal war will start soon.
Pei Lin. In my eyes
your goal does not end with protecting the land managed by your father.
You have bigger plans to be fulfilled
and even greater ambitions.
I am sure you will take over the government smoothly.
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Thanks.
Uncle Fu, we are leaving immediately.
We cannot. Today is the funeral of the former Military Governor.
We cannot pass.
- Former Military Governor?- Yes.
Fourth Master became the new Commander of the Chengzhou Army.
Miss, we better wait in the car.
- Okay. - Let's go.
Okay.
Pei Lin
North Gate
Fourth Master.
- Fourth Master, what's wrong? - Quick.
Miss.
Let's go.
Don't look anymore. Leave now.
Fourth Master!
Miss, are you okay?
- How are you? - I'm fine.
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