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[The Female Assassins in the Palace]
[Episode 22]
That's not necessary.
Take me to Arch Prince Chong.
Batu...
Prince Consort, the case of the hairpin killers remains unsolved.
Arch Prince Chong is already deeply troubled by it.
It's not the right time to visit His Highness now.
If you have any clues you can tell us.
If you won't take me to Arch Prince Chong
I won't tell you a word.
Prince Consort, we're just carrying out orders from Arch Prince Chong.
We serve His Majesty.
I'm afraid that I can't follow your orders.
I don't care if you don't!
I'll say it again.
I'm going to visit Arch Prince Chong.
You might want to see him
but he might not want to see you!
I'm here today to investigate the case.
If you refuse to cooperate
forgive me for being rude.
Tie Wei Tang, how dare you offend your superior?
I won't let this slide!
Batu, is this the time to pick a fight?
Do you still want to avenge Dana?
I'll say this one last time!
I'm going to see His Highness!
Yan Er, be careful.
Why are you so clumsy?
You've disturbed His Highness.
You're not needed here. You may be dismissed.
Yes, I've done wrong.
Hui Yu, you may continue.
Yes.
Your Highness, Arch Lord Batu, Princess Caidie
and Imperial Guard Tie seek an audience.
They are waiting outside now.
Would Your Highness like to see them?
I believe that Wei Tang couldn't hold them off any longer.
Let them in.
Yes.
Arch Lord Batu, Princess Caidie
Imperial Guard Tie, this way, please.
Speak up. Why have you come to see me?
Your Highness, the purpose of this visit
was to accompany my brother Boerji here to marry Princess Duan Min.
However, Boerji and Dana have both been killed by the hairpin killers.
May I be so bold as to ask Your Highness to allow me
to stay in the capital until I capture the hairpin killers
to avenge Boerji and Dana.
I understand your sorrow and pain.
How could I not wish to arrest all the hairpin killers soon?
But it has been a while since the first murder
and yet none of my warriors have been able to arrest any of the assassins.
What makes you think that you can succeed?
Your Highness, first in the wilderness
and then last night in my manor
I fought with one of the hairpin killers twice.
If I run into one again, I am sure that I will be able arrest her.
I believe that no one else in the Imperial Court can be as certain.
Your Highness, I beg you to allow me to remain in the capital
to solve the case and put an end to all this as soon as possible.
I...
Your Highness, Batu is very clearheaded and quick-witted.
He's also highly skilled in martial arts.
He's by no means inferior to Chief Tie and his son.
With the assistance of Batu
Your Highness would be greatly reinforced.
All right then.
Since Princess Consort spoke up for you
I'll agree to it.
I'll give you the chance to kill the murderer
to avenge Boerji and Dana.
I hope that you won't disappoint me.
Thank you, Your Highness.
I'll do my very best so as not to let you down!
You may rise.
- Father... - Enough.
Say no more.
This has nothing to do with you.
Batu, take her home.
- I'll take my leave. - I'll take my leave.
Your Highness!
Prince Consort! Was Arch Prince Chong harsh on you?
I was so nervous that I could hardly breathe!
Would you like me to help you breathe?
Now that Batu got what he asked for
don't worry about him.
My godfather has agreed to all your requests.
Do you feel better now?
You're smiling now?
You almost scared me to death!
You wouldn't eat, drink, sleep, or even say a word.
It was as if you had lost your soul. You almost made me panic.
Luckily it was Imperial Guard Tie that you went up against.
Otherwise, you'd be in trouble if others learned of this conflict.
What? Did I embarrass you in front of Imperial Guard Tie?
What does that mean?
Why don't I understand?
It's nothing.
I did notice that Arch Prince Chong seems to be in a bad mood.
That's needless to say.
His headache must have returned.
I just don't get it!
Why wouldn't Father let me take part in the investigation?
Although I'm not as skilled in martial arts as you are
I'm a lot more witty than you are.
All right, stop complaining.
Just be good and obey His Highness.
Now that we don't have to return to Karchin yet
aren't you happy?
I'm so thrilled!
If I go to Karchin
won't I be so bored there?
I should tell Duan Min about this good news.
Bang Chui, what are you still waiting for?
Get going.
Wait for me!
What? Princess Duan Min went to watch General Chang's drill?
Yes.
Princess Duan Min is so frail.
Why would she go to some military drill?
I really don't know much about it.
General Chang really does have a way of training the soldiers.
Your Highness, look.
Those soldiers are all so uniform in their moves.
They look impressive.
I'm really in awe of them.
Exactly.
The safety of the nation lies in the hands of the generals.
A good commander inspires good soldiers.
Therefore, His Majesty had his reasons for appointing General Chang
as the commander of the imperial palace guards.
Duan Min.
Caidie, what brings you here?
How did you know that I was here?
I went looking for you
but you weren't in the manor. The maid told me
that you were here in the training grounds.
I see.
But why would you be interested in the drill?
I'm quite surprised.
I heard about Dana's death this morning.
I wanted to pay a visit to the Arch Lord Manor
but Father told me
that it's quite chaotic in the city.
He insisted that I stay in the manor.
It's understandable.
The hairpin killer case is unsolved so everyone is very cautious.
I also think that you should be careful.
By the way, how is Batu?
He seems to be fine
but I know that he's really upset.
He still can't accept Dana's death.
I haven't seen him this sad in a long time.
Although Dana and I were always at odds with each other
and she even framed me once
I was still very upset to see her murdered.
I still find it hard to calm down.
Yes.
There are many outstanding subjects working for Father.
It's only a matter of time until they arrest the hairpin killers.
The dead might not be resurrected
but that should at least avenge Boerji and Young Mistress Dana.
Caidie, you must console Batu.
Stay by his side.
Help him to overcome his sorrow as soon as possible.
Don't worry, I will.
Duan Min, the drill seems quite remarkable.
Will it be useful in a real combat?
The stances seem dull.
Yes, I feel the same way.
I was thinking that perhaps we could test General Chang.
What do you think about that?
What do you mean?
An Zhu.
Present, Your Highness.
Invite General Chang over.
I'd like to discuss the military drill with him.
Your Highness, are you going to ask General Chang to change the routine?
Exactly.
But the drill routine was decided by Arch Prince Chong.
If you change the routine
without His Highness's permission, I'm afraid that you'll infuriate him.
Did you leave your guts at home?
What are you worried about?
Your mistress isn't scared
so why should you be?
Even if Father really punishes someone for this
will it be us?
Go ahead and carry out your mistress' orders.
An Zhu, my mistress already said so.
It means it's definitely all right.
Since when do you have such confidence in me?
- I always do. - An Zhu.
- Present. - Hurry up.
Yes, Your Highness.
I'd like to listen to your opinions on the hairpin killer case.
Your Highness, since you've allowed Arch Lord Batu
to join the investigation of this case
I'd like to hear what His Lordship has to say about the case.
Prince Consort, what is your opinion on how to solve this case?
All right, if that is so
Batu, you may speak first.
Your Highness, I think
that all the hairpin killers are tight-lipped and ruthless.
All our current leads have ended in dead ends or death.
Vice Prince Zhang's concubine, Qin Er
Master E-Gutai, and General Dailang.
The only lead we have at the moment
is General Dailang's will.
Back then, everyone thought
that Vice Prince Zhang was Qin Er's accomplice.
We assumed that the snuff bottle was a gift
from the vice prince to General Dailang.
Now that the truth is out
we know that General Dailang's death was set up by Qin Er alone.
I think that General Dailang's will must play a very crucial part in this case.
It's worth looking into it.
Batu, do you really think that looking into that fake will
could unveil some clues?
If Your Highness grants me permission
I'm willing to give it a try.
All right.
The Intelligence Bureau holds the fake will
left on General Dailang by the hairpin killers.
Why don't we take a trip to the Intelligence Unit?
We'll see if that will is worth investigating in detail
as Batu suggested.
- Housekeeper Wang. - Present.
Invite Yabulan and Master Su Na to come with us.
Yes.
Greetings to Princess Duan Min and Princess Caidie.
I wonder what Your Highnesses ask of me?
I've been watching the military drill for some time now.
But I only saw soldiers practicing various stances and nothing else.
So I gave it some thought.
Why don't we switch to a completely different sort of routine?
What do you say, General Chang?
Your Highness, you mean...
You can pretend to be the hairpin killer
and we'll see if those soldiers can capture you.
We can then see if these soldiers are truly well trained in combat.
But...
No buts.
What are you worried about?
It's our idea to change the drill routine.
If Father blames anyone for this it will be on us.
It has nothing to do with you
so you can relax and carry out her orders.
Go ahead.
Yes, Your Highness!
Duan Min, this is such a great idea.
The drill looks a lot more exciting.
Exactly.
General Chang, fight harder!
Show me what you can do!
Come on!
To be honest, these soldiers do seem to fight quite well.
I think that in time, General Chang wouldn't be able to fend them off.
However, it's always difficult when you're outnumbered.
It's easier when you pit many against a few. Think about this.
Imagine if a lot of hairpin killers showed up all at once.
What would these soldiers do? They won't fight so well.
You're right.
They are fighting themselves now.
We can't really tell much from it.
If the hairpin killers really attacked them
not even 10 General Changs could take them down.
Why don't I join the combat as well?
I'll show them how skilled I am.
Caidie!
Don't, Caidie!
Your Highness!
General Chang, we're partners now.
We'll fight our way out together.
This won't do. Your Highness is delicate.
This can't be allowed!
Didn't we already say
that General Chang has nothing to worry about?
I'll take responsibility for all of this.
Just do as you're told.
Honestly, I'd like to see how good these soldiers that you've trained are.
This...
The weapons have no eyes. Your Highness, be careful.
Don't worry.
Come on, you may all attack at once.
Didn't you understand what I just said?
Why are all of you just standing there?
You don't dare to attack?
Fine. If you won't fight against me
I'll tell my father to deduct one month's salary from everyone!
This is interesting.
Come on!
Your Highness is fantastic!
I didn't expect Caidie to have made so much progress.
Caidie, you can do it!
Your Highness and Your Lordship, this way, please.
This way, please.
Your Lordship, is something wrong?
Don't misunderstand me.
I just didn't expect to see such a well hidden passage in here.
We have come to a dead end.
We...
This way, please.
What is this place?
This is the Intelligence Unit's secret Chamber within Arch Prince Manor.
Everything in here is highly confidential.
Once you leave this secret chamber
anything you see in here must not be revealed to anyone.
Your Lordship, His Highness means
whatever information or documents you might see in here today
must remain unknown to others once you leave this chamber.
That's right.
Should anyone reveal a word about this
he will be killed.
I understand.
Thank you for the reminder, Your Highness.
[Will]
Arch Lord Batu, this is the fake will
that the hairpin killer left on General Dailang.
Show it to Batu.
Please take a look.
What are you waiting for? Come and help me!
Be careful, Your Highness!
This is nothing.
Your Highness fights well!
General Chang, it seems that your men are quite hard to tackle.
Thank you for your compliment, Your Highness!
Watch out, Your Highness!
Don't worry. I'm well trained in this!
Your Highness!
- Duan Min! - Your Highness!
- Duan Min, are you all right? - Your Highness!
I was negligent in my supervision and caused you to be injured.
- Please forgive me! - It's fine.
I have to ask General Chang not to report this to my father.
Otherwise, he will surely blame Princess Caidie and me.
- Exactly. - Yes, Your Highness!
Duan Min, I really didn't do this on purpose.
- It's fine, Caidie. - What should we do?
These female assassins are outrageous.
They dared to slander Arch Prince Chong in between the lines.
This is no trivial matter.
Please keep this to yourself, Your Lordship
so as not to expose yourself to danger.
Don't worry.
I will keep this a secret.
You've read the will.
I think that you should know by now
that Mo Yun and her female assassins have targeted me.
What strategy do you have?
Did you find any clues in the will?
Your Highness, I thought so as well.
They poisoned E-Gutai and hanged General Dailang
in order to rid you of your most trusted subjects.
Then they framed Vice Prince Zhang for it
to force you to make decisions that you'd later regret deeply.
Your words are very true.
It is just as I thought.
Unfortunately, Vice Prince Zhang still died a wrongful death
because of the hairpin killers.
Batu, why would they target Boerji and Dana?
I'm ashamed to say so
but I still haven't figured out how Boerji's and Dana's deaths
are related to this case.
The most pressing matter now is to seek out the hairpin killer
with an injury on her left arm.
We must stalk her in hope that she will lead us to Mo Yun.
That is indeed a good idea.
In addition... Forgive me for being so bold.
You know that both Mo Yun and the hairpin killers are out to get you.
If we could figure out who their next target might be
we could take the initiative.
But only Your Highness knows the reason of their animosity.
Could Your Highness try to predict who their next target might be?
All right.
Let me think about it...
Who could be next?
- Your Highness. - Your Highness.
Duan Min, this cut is so deep!
It's all right.
Bear with this for a while.
I'm sorry.
I'm too clumsy.
It must hurt a lot. Forget it.
Summon the imperial physician for Princess Duan Min.
Don't.
You mustn't summon the imperial physician.
If you do, Father will hear about the change of routine
we made General Chang make.
We'll surely be punished for it.
You're right...
But...
But Duan Min, the cut is so deep.
If anything goes wrong
and your wound gets infected, what will we do then?
It will be fine.
Just wipe the blood off for me
and bandage up the wound.
Bear with it.
Imperial Physician, how is His Highness?
- How is His Highness? - Your Highness!
Your Highness!
Your Highness....
- Greetings to Princess Consort. - Don't bother.
How is His Highness?
He was all right but then he suddenly passed out.
The imperial physician is checking his pulse.
Imperial Physician, how is His Highness?
Your Highness, Arch Prince has come down with an old ailment.
He might have been too busy with work
and he overexerted himself
so he passed out from excessive fatigue.
What should we do now?
I'll send my men to brew the health concoction right away.
His Highness will regain consciousness after taking two doses.
- Do it right away then. - I'll take my leave.
Imperial Physician, this way, please.
It's done.
Thank you, Caidie.
You still thank me?
You should reprimand me.
If it hadn't been for me
you wouldn't be hurt.
I already told you that I don't blame you.
Besides, I'm the one who's injured
but you look more upset than I do.
Others would have thought that I bullied you if they didn't know the reason.
All right.
This is fine.
I just need some time to recover.
Why don't you head home?
Bang Chui, just hand the medication to An Zhu.
Yes.
All right, Duan Min. I'll heed your words
and visit you tomorrow.
I'm off now.
Your Highness, stop sighing.
You've had such a long face all day.
This is unlike you.
Isn't it all because of me?
I got Duan Min injured.
The weapons can't see where they are going.
Moreover, you don't mean to get Princess Duan Min hurt.
Stop blaming yourself.
Tell me. When can I change this temperament of mine?
Who knows how many others I might implicate?
What should I do then?
Isn't that Batu and Wei Tang?
I understand.
- I'll take my leave. - Sure.
Batu! Wei Tang!
Wei Tang!
Why did Master Tie leave so quickly?
Does he have an upset stomach?
Exactly. Why is Wei Tang walking away so quickly?
You can't bear to see him go?
Go after him then.
What nonsense is that?
How is the investigation going?
Are there any new clues?
The entire capital is now sealed off.
Master Su is still looking for the woman with an injured left arm.
If we can find that hairpin killer
and stalk her in secret
then it won't be difficult to track down Mo Yun.
The capital is huge.
It's like finding a needle in a haystack.
How long is it going to take to search each and every household?
The hairpin killers aren't stupid.
If she's injured, she surely wouldn't be out on the streets.
Wouldn't that be exposing herself?
You're right.
You must examine them carefully.
No woman must be missed.
As soon as you find a woman with a cut on her left arm
- arrest her immediately! - Yes!
Your Highness, isn't that the sorceress?
Great! I finally found her!
What are you doing?
I'm going to ask her why she framed me.
What good does it do for her to tell that lie?
Stop right there!
Go after her!
Your Highness, don't run so fast!
I don't know any martial arts!
Come with me!
She has a cut on her left arm.
Could that sorceress be a hairpin killer?
It's possible.
Let's not alert the enemy.
We'll follow her around and we might find the mastermind.
The mastermind?
- Mo Yun? - Exactly.
Let's go.
Since we know where the sorceress lives
that makes things easier.
You're right. If she really is a hairpin killer
we can surely catch Mo Yun as long as we keep our eyes on her.
You're right.
But...
What is it?
Don't you find something amiss?
How did Dana find her?
Could it just be a coincidence?
You have a point.
That woman is really suspicious.
There seems to be some sort of a story behind this.
You must remember not to tell anyone about this matter.
They might meddle in it and hinder the investigation.
It's a deal.
Yuan Chun, I've told you to ask about Yin Qiang's condition.
Have you done so?
Your Highness, I've asked the eunuchs in the kitchen about it.
Arch Prince Chong has regained consciousness.
But he doesn't seem to have much appetite.
No appetite?
I also heard that Housekeeper Wang ordered the kitchen staff
to prepare some light and delicious meals
to help boost Arch Prince Chong's appetite.
Your Highness, please have some.
I really don't have any appetite.
Your Highness, the golden tofu is very appetizing.
Why don't you try it?
No.
I don't want any of this today.
Your Highness, you're not fully recovered yet.
Even if you don't have an appetite how about some congee?
All right, stop nagging.
Housekeeper Wang, take these away.
Your Highness...
Yes!
Grand Imperial Noble Consort arrives!
I've heard that you aren't feeling well
and you've lost your appetite. What is going on?
Don't worry, Your Highness.
It has been a lot warmer and humid
so I lost my appetite.
It's not serious.
I see.
If it's because of the seasonal changes
you have so many imperial chefs in the kitchen
can't any of them make food that will boost Arch Prince's appetite?
Your Highness, it's because the hairpin killer case still remains unsolved
that Arch Prince has lost his appetite.
Zi Hui, don't speak out of turn.
Arch Prince, I know that you're worried about the state affairs.
It's His Majesty's blessings to have a loyal subject like you.
Since His Majesty regards you as his important subject
you have to take good care of yourself
and don't make me worry.
I understand.
Thank you for your concern, Your Highness.
I'll keep your teachings in mind.
You have to attend to Arch Prince well.
Yes.
When do you intend to stalk that woman?
I'm thinking about it.
I'll do it soon.
I'll come with you.
You're coming along?
Of course! I have to!
Come in!
Your Lordship, Imperial Guard Tie and Young Mistress Guo Xin are here.
They said that they are here
to pay their respects to Young Mistress Dana.
What a rare guest.
Young Mistress Guo Xin would actually pay her last respects to Dana?
I thought that you didn't know her well.
If Wei Tang hadn't told me about Young Mistress Dana's death
do you think that I'd want to be here?
You should know that I never wish to see you.
You don't wish to see me so why would I be glad to see you?
This is the arch lord's manor.
If you don't wish to be here Wei Tang could have come alone.
Why would you come over here and make such a face?
As far as I know when Prince Boerji passed away
you were very reluctant to pay your respects.
Do you think that everyone is as ill-mannered as you are?
Guo Xin. That's enough.
You should have made her shut up a while ago.
- Or we might fight again. - Caidie.
They are still guests. Hold your tongue.
- She's clearly... - Enough!
Thank you for paying your respects to Boerji and Dana.
Imperial Guard Tie, you've been working hard to arrest the killers.
Boerji and Dana would have appreciated it.
Your Lordship, His Highness has already given orders
to include you in our investigation.
Your Lordship is also responsible for arresting the killers.
Your Lordship, that sorceress is here again.
She said that she wishes to see Princess Caidie.
See me?
- Let her in. - Yes.
That liar comes to us without us having to go to her.
What do you think she's up to?
Whatever she is up to
we'll remain passive and see what actions she takes.
Greetings to Your Lordship and Your Highness.
Blessings to Your Lordship and Your Highness.
I heard that you asked to see me. What is it?
Your Highness, congratulations!
What are you congratulating me for again?
Your Highness, I can already see what your child will look like.
It's a handsome baby boy.
Your Highness...
- You're pregnant? - Caidie is pregnant.
Why are you so surprised?
It seems that even Young Mistress Guo Xin suspects them.
Could it be that Caidie and Imperial Guard Tie really...
Who knew that you're so quick?
You were just married and now you're with child?
I should congratulate you
but when I think about Young Mistress Dana
I wonder if she would be happy or upset about this?
That's enough.
You think that I don't know what you're implying?
You'd better focus on yourself and mind your own business.
This sorceress is obviously a liar. You believe someone like her?
You should all come to your senses! Don't be so blind and gullible!
Your Highness, you truly are pregnant.
- Could you try something else? - Enough!
Shaman, are you certain that Princess Caidie is pregnant?
I'm certain.
Your Lordship, I already knew that Her Highness was pregnant when
Young Mistress Dana invited me over to check the feng shui.
I saw golden light from her stomach
and I can vaguely see a beautiful baby boy.
According to my years of experience, it can't be wrong.
It's a pity that Young Mistress Dana is dead.
Otherwise, she would surely be thrilled.
I'm warning you. If you keep saying such nonsense, I'll rip your mouth apart.
Where is the golden light? What is the sign?
Are you blind?
I...
Caidie, you don't have to throw such a huge tantrum.
We can just get an experienced midwife to examine you.
That's right, Your Highness.
We have to get the doctor to verify the pregnancy.
You mustn't just hire a random midwife.
I'm very experienced in delivering babies
but I can't confirm a pregnancy.
Nanny Su, you must be joking.
You're our wet nurse.
You're too busy attending to all three of us
to pay attention to such matters.
What about this? Hupo.
- Young Mistress. - Go into town
and invite the famous midwife, Nanny Li, to come see us.
She would know for sure about matters regarding women.
She's more reliable than a doctor.
- Yes. - Yes what?
Stop right there. Don't go anywhere.
Guo Xin, do you have a say in getting a doctor or getting me examined?
This is the arch lord's manor. Why are you meddling in this?
It's so lively in here!
Greetings to Vice Prince.
Don't stand on ceremony.
I just heard that you're pregnant?
I...
Caidie, why didn't you tell me about such an important matter?
This is joyous news for Vice Prince's manor!
No... I really didn't...
Don't listen to them. I'm not pregnant.
It's best to verify it as soon as possible.
I can also get a bit of good luck.
Hupo, why are you still standing there?
Go and fetch Nanny Li.
Yes.
This...
That's really not necessary...
- Nanny Li, walk faster! - Yes...
- My mistress is waiting. - Am I not walking very fast already?
You mustn't run around anymore.
Your Highnesses, Nanny Li is here.
Greetings to Vice Prince and Vice Princess Consort.
Don't stand on ceremony.
We have long heard that you're the most experienced mid wife in town.
Please take a good look.
If the pregnancy is confirmed
we'll have to ask you over to help out
when the princess gives birth.
Thank you, Your Highness.
Caidie, go inside with Nanny Li.
Nanny Su, go in with them.
Yes.
Hold on!
I'm really not pregnant. You don't have to examine me.
Your Highness, don't worry.
It will just take a minute.
- No, it really isn't needed... - Let's go.
- Your Highness... - I'm not pregnant!
- Let's go. - Mother!
- Your Highness, come inside. - I'm not pregnant!
Don't be anxious.
In just a short while, Nanny Li will surely verify
that Her Highness is pregnant.
- Don't touch me. Help! - Don't move, Your Highness.
- I'm not pregnant! - Your Highness!
I'm not pregnant!
It will be done in no time!
I'm really not pregnant!
- I'm begging you, Nanny Su! - It will be quick.
Don't move around.
It will be done soon!
Don't move around!
- Your Highness, don't move! - Help!
My clothes...
What are you doing?
So?
Your Highness, the princess isn't pregnant.
She isn't pregnant?
Nanny Li, did you notice anything amiss with Princess Caidie?
Forgive me for being foolish. I don't understand what you mean.
Please make it clear.
I mean...
They have been married for a while
but Princess Caidie isn't pregnant.
Could it be that Princess Caidie and Arch Lord Batu
haven't consummated their marriage?
Guo Xin!
How ridiculous.
Young Mistress Guo Xin aren't you being quite rude?
Do you mean to imply that Princess Caidie and I
aren't a real married couple?
It's up to Nanny Li to determine that.
Nanny Li, speak up quickly.
Did Arch Lord Batu and Princess Caidie consummate their marriage?
This...
Your Highness, I really don't understand.
You've been married to Prince Consort for quite some time now.
Why are you still a virgin?
Your Highness, be honest with me.
Why haven't you consummated your marriage with His Lordship?
How can you be considered a real married couple
if you don't share an intimate physical relationship?
Nanny Li, speak up!
They...
Of course they have consummated their marriage.
Tie Wei Tang and Caidie
really did have an affair.
Nanny Li, did you get that right?
How could I be wrong?
This is such an important matter.
I could tell by one look. There can be no mistake.
You!
You're a swindler!
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