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[Scarlet Heart] [Episode 2]
One, go back.
Two, die.
Three, break my leg.
It's worth it.
- Are you okay? - Why did you stop the horse?
You again?
- Fourth Prince. - You weren't just running around.
You ran toward my horse on purpose.
- Did you want to kill yourself? - I...
Why would I want to do that?
You're mistaken. It was just an accident.
The first time was an accident.
But this time wasn't.
I won't stop my horse again if you insist on killing yourself next time.
I only did it because I want to survive.
Why would I want to die when there's so much to live for?
That's quite a strange thing to say.
Here's some medicine for your wound.
Fourth Prince.
Thank you.
Since I've saved your life
don't even think about taking your own life without my permission.
Young Miss, take your time.
- Young Miss. - Ruo Xi.
You should be resting your foot.
Why are you walking around?
It's okay, I've already put medicine on it.
It's much better now.
Thank goodness Fourth Prince and Thirteenth Prince were there.
We should go over to their place and thank them some time.
I already thanked them last time.
- We don't have to do it again. - It's basic manners.
It wasn't a big deal.
They probably forgot about it already.
If Princess Consort finds out about it, she might make a big fuss.
You shouldn't take things for granted.
You should make better use of your wit.
Sis, this letter's for you.
Why don't you open it?
The eunuch who reads me letters isn't here today.
So let's read it later.
What's so hard about that?
Let me read it for you.
- You can read letters? - Of course.
It's a piece of cake.
Okay, it's a letter from our father and brother.
Why don't you read it for me?
To my daughter, Ruo Lan.
It's been a while since I last wrote to you.
I really miss you.
I hope you'll think of me as you read this letter.
How are you...
something...
It's been a long time...
how do you say this word?
Something...
Something... magical horse.
A magical horse?
No.
Sis.
After being apart from you for so many years
I thought you already learned to read and write.
But it certainly doesn't seem so.
Sis, I guess
we better let the eunuch read you this letter.
- Have you given up? - No.
I think I better learn from scratch again.
Sis, I'm going.
"I can see children trying to catch crickets"
"among the faraway lights beyond the bamboo fence."
As a modern person
who's studied so hard for the past 16 years
I can no doubt be regarded as an educated person.
But I'm like half an illiterate here.
Thank goodness I ended up inside this lady's body.
At least I don't have to do anything.
Otherwise I'd probably starve to death
if I had to work to earn a living and support myself.
Hey, little ant, don't run away.
Come play with me.
Hello, Eighth Prince, Tenth Prince.
Rise. Judging from your expression, I thought it was something really fun.
Looks like I've overestimated her.
- Are you reading Song poems? - Yes.
She's playing with ants.
She's just pretending to be studying.
Haven't you heard that things aren't actually what they seem to be?
It might look like an ant, but it's actually not an ant.
Tenth Brother, you'll have to study harder.
- You study Buddhist teachings? - I learned a bit from my sister.
She does spend a lot of time praying.
All she prays for is peace of mind.
You recognize all these words?
Of course.
I recognize them, but they don't recognize me.
But we're getting to know each other better.
Eighth Brother, did you hear that?
So how are you getting to know them?
- By guessing. - Are you serious?
Then why do we need teachers?
We can all just learn by guessing.
Let's go.
We're going horseback riding. Want to come?
- Horseback riding? - That's right.
- Okay. - Come on.
Yes!
What did you see just then?
I'm not telling you.
But you seemed to be quite curious about something.
If you want me to tell you
what will I get in return?
You're so greedy.
All I want to know is what you saw.
But I was the one who saw it.
Of course you'll have to give me something if you want to know.
People also pay the storyteller to listen to his story, right?
Take it.
Now tell me.
What? You want more?
- I'm not that greedy. - Aren't you?
Then why are you asking me to pay you?
I can't think of what you can give me.
You can do me a favor later, how's that?
It'll definitely be something you can do.
It's not that hard to do a girl a favor when you're the prince, right?
I guess not. All right.
Deal. Now tell me.
Remember your promise. I have a witness.
It's a deal. You can tell him.
Even though the streets are crowded, our carriage can pass through freely.
So they're obviously giving way to us.
But nobody knows that Eighth Prince is inside the carriage.
So that's what I was so curious about.
Then why did you shake your head?
Then I thought not everyone can afford such a carriage
and the majority of people living in Beijing should be quite educated
so even though they might not know who's inside the carriage
at least they should have the manners to give way.
The reason why I shook my head
was because I realized I became a fox.
A fox? Why?
What does a fox have to do with this?
A fox pretending to be a tiger.
I get what you mean.
That's it?
You actually tricked a royal prince for a favor in return?
Can you guess what I'm thinking?
Wait.
No, this one's too old.
Come here.
This one's far too young.
Can't you give me a proper horse?
- Bring over Ling Long. - Yes.
She's very tame. You'll be very safe.
Ruo Xi, you're so lucky.
Eighth Brother's actually letting you ride Ling Long.
Wait here.
He's so handsome.
Ruo Xi.
Don't just stand there. Get on the horse.
What are you waiting for?
Do you want to get on or not?
Just leave me alone and get on your own horse.
I thought I'd help you get on first.
Don't just stand there and look at your horse.
I don't know how to ride a horse.
What?
You can't even ride a horse?
Didn't your father teach you?
What's the big deal about that?
Then I guess I'll have to lead your horse for you.
Yes, let's do that.
Come on.
I thought you're going to lead my horse.
Fine, come here.
Be careful.
- Thanks. - Ready?
Be careful.
- What are you looking at? - Just do your job.
If you keep bullying me, then I'll let go of your horse.
- Do it... - Okay, I'll let go.
I'm just joking.
Ling Long's such a cute name.
Even though she's not a small horse, she's very agile.
She climbed the mountain as if she was galloping on the plain.
I could even ride her with my eyes closed.
Sis.
Did I used to ride a horse before?
You can't even remember that?
So did I?
You never knew how to ride a horse.
Father wanted to teach you, but you just wouldn't learn.
So I never liked riding?
Thank goodness for that.
Not only do I not hate it now
I'm actually beginning to like it.
You should come with us next time, Sis.
Why don't you take a bath before dinner?
Eighth Prince is quite a caring person.
He'll definitely keep an eye on you.
You really should come with us next time.
I'm not interested.
Even if you don't like horseback riding
it's still a good idea to go out with Eighth Prince and have some fun.
He's a very caring gentleman.
He seems to know how you feel without you telling him
and takes care of everything for you.
Sis.
I think he actually treats you very well.
Since you've already married him
why don't you try and be nice to him?
It's really worth fighting over a man like him.
- Sis. - Ma'am, are you okay?
I'm fine.
Dong Yun, come to the prayer hall with me.
Qiao Hui, did I say something wrong?
No, don't ask me, Young Miss.
Qiao Hui, you know my sister best.
You must know something.
Young Miss.
Sometimes when two people get married
they don't necessarily have to love one another.
It's good enough for them to just get along with each other.
You mean my sister doesn't really like Eighth Prince?
Young Miss, I didn't say that.
I'm not in a position to guess my master's thoughts.
Qiao Hui, don't tell Tenth Prince that I want to leave with him.
Just tell him I'm there to say hello.
Don't worry, he's actually quite a fun person.
He just can't help but make fun of you.
Although he's not as quick-witted as you are
I can tell he enjoys being with you from the way he laughs.
Tenth Prince is actually quite funny.
He's straightforward, not studious, and can get quite impulsive at times.
But he's the kind of person who'll make a good friend.
But Young Miss, they're having a meeting.
Are you sure we should just walk in like this?
It's okay as long as we don't bump into Fourth Prince's straight face.
Qiao Hui.
Madam wants to see you.
- Young Miss, I need to go. - Off you go.
Maertai Ruo Xi.
Greetings, Fourth Prince.
Rise.
You don't seem too happy to see me.
That's not true.
Then why did you try to run away?
Something suddenly came to my mind
so I didn't see you.
I guess you just don't want to tell me why you tried to kill yourself, right?
But that makes me even more curious.
Tell me.
No, I didn't.
So you wanted to die, but you also want to live?
I guess you're not going to tell me, right?
Forget it.
Okay, I'll give you an analogy.
I fall asleep and have a nightmare
but no matter how I try, I can't wake up from it.
What should I do?
Six words.
Since it's happened, just accept it.
Understand?
Strong wood can break easily.
Forget it. This is a waste of time.
Since it's already happened
I'll just have to accept it?
But I don't think we should do that.
- What's going on? - Here comes Fourth Brother.
Why don't we ask him what he thinks?
Fourth Brother...
I thought you were discussing Tenth Brother's birthday party.
What are you arguing about?
Fourth Brother, Tenth Brother wants to have his party at my place.
But Crown Prince wants to host a birthday party for him.
What do you think, Fourth Brother?
Since it's Tenth Brother's birthday party
Crown Prince has already said that he'd respect Tenth Brother's wish.
So it should be okay to have the party at Eighth Brother's palace.
Exactly, I think it's a great idea to have it at Eighth Brother's palace.
Why would Crown Prince want to interfere with my party?
Tenth Brother, Crown Prince only wants to give you a huge party, that's all.
Tenth Brother, you should be happy
that you're getting such special treatment from Crown Prince.
I'm already very happy now.
Eighth Brother, are we having it at your Second Princess Consort's place?
What's the matter with you?
Looks like you want to celebrate your birthday with Ruo Xi.
No, it was just a suggestion--
No wonder he was so insistent.
- Are you sure? - It was really just a suggestion.
No wonder he's the future emperor.
Since it's happened, just accept it.
Bingo.
- Shuttlecock? - Young Miss, you know how to play it?
- Kinda. - Kinda?
I've finally found a toy that's been passed down from ancient times.
Young Miss, you're really good at this.
- Let's count. - Young Miss, start counting.
I never knew you can do so many tricks with it.
Young Miss is amazing.
Young Miss.
She's so good at this.
She's still going.
Greetings, Eighth Prince.
- Greetings, Eighth Prince. - Rise.
We'll take our leave.
You didn't tell me you were watching me.
You didn't tell me you were watching me nap either.
On the carriage.
I need to see Ruo Lan and Princess Consort
to talk about Tenth Brother's birthday party.
Want to join us?
My lord, I don't have any experience in hosting parties.
Perhaps we should see what Princess Consort thinks.
Ming Hui's already very busy with the household affairs.
Tenth Brother really wants you to organize his birthday party.
You should do as Eighth Prince said.
Yes, then I'll be responsible for it.
Relax, it's just a birthday party.
Just like our usual family gatherings.
Let me know if you need anything.
Make sure you don't embarrass Eighth Prince.
Yes, I'll do my best.
Thank you, Princess Consort.
My lord, if we've finished our discussion, then I'll go back.
What time are you coming over tonight?
I'll ask my servants to get ready.
It's okay, I'll be spending the night at Southern Loft tonight.
I didn't know you were going to spend the night here.
I better go and start preparing.
I'm going to see if they need my help.
- This fish isn't fresh. Change it. - Yes.
The radish shreds are far too thick.
Yes.
- Ma'am. - Qiao Hui.
It's just a casual dinner.
Take it easy.
Madam, that's not true.
Eighth Prince doesn't stay here often, so we shouldn't be so casual.
He really likes the dumplings that you make.
I've already prepared the ingredients for you.
Qiao Hui, how come you're even more nervous than my sister?
Young Miss, I just don't want her to be looked down upon by other maids.
When Eighth Prince didn't used to come here much
they didn't respect Madam at all
because they thought she was not favored by Eighth Prince.
- Did my sister know? - Of course.
But she didn't care at all.
I feel so bad for her.
Young Miss, you know what?
If you don't have any status in this manor
then life will get very difficult.
Only when they realize that Eighth Prince favors and cares about Madam
will they definitely begin to respect her.
Tenth Prince's party is a great chance for us to prove ourselves.
Sis, I'll help you.
We must make Tenth Prince's party the best party ever.
Don't worry.
Since you're such good friends with him
I already know how you feel about him.
What are you talking about, Sis?
Tenth Brother actually wants you to organize his birthday party for him.
- Get it? - I know.
That's because we get along well.
Sis, you're not mistaken, are you?
Am I mistaken?
Yes, you're definitely mistaken.
I'm so bored.
A rabbit?
Hello, little rabbit, do you want some meat?
Or would you like a carrot?
Come on, come with me.
Don't run away.
Come here, stop running.
Tenth Brother, why would you want Ruo Lan to organize your party?
Don't you trust Ming Hui?
Eighth Brother, of course.
I've loved my birthday parties every year.
But since Ruo Xi's got a lot of funny ideas
she might be able to surprise me.
Stop running!
Stay where you are.
- Little rabbit. - Ruo Xi?
This girl's certainly a lot of fun.
I've also heard quite a lot about her.
- Ruo Xi, what are you doing? - Don't run.
- What's wrong? - Ruo Xi.
- Eighth Prince, I just saw a rabbit. - Rabbit? Where?
Where did it go?
Where's the rabbit?
You've scared it away.
- Me again? - Don't worry, it's not a big place.
I'm sure we can find it.
He's Fourteenth Prince.
Hello, Fourteenth Prince.
- Do you want to look for it? - Yeah.
- Then let's go. - Okay.
- She's so funny. - Eighth Brother, let's go have a look.
I'm sorry. If I had not chased after you
they wouldn't have put you in a cage.
Since they're princes
now that they've given you to me, I can't let you out.
But don't worry.
I'll be really nice to you.
Actually we're very similar.
We're both trapped inside a cage.
I heard you fell down the stairs and lost your memory.
Looks like it's true.
- Who are you? - You don't remember who I am?
It must have been a really bad fall.
Fine, seeing how pitiful you are
let me tell you.
My sister is Princess Consort, Guoluoluo Ming Hui.
Now you know who I am.
I don't know her, do you, little rabbit?
How dare you disrespect me like that?
So what if I disrespect you?
You...
Even your sister talks to me politely.
What makes you think you can talk to me like this?
You...
I remember now.
You're the Princess Consort's sister, Guoluoluo Ming Yu, right?
I have to practice my calligraphy. Goodbye.
- Let's go. - Stop right there.
What do you want now?
Where did the rabbits come from?
It's none of your business.
- The princes gave them to me. - Give them to me.
Why should I?
I always get what I want.
There are always exceptions.
Are you going to give them or not?
I am.
You better.
You're mistaken. I mean I'm already being kind enough to you...
You...
- Give it to me. - Stop it.
Sis.
Ming Yu.
Let go.
It's just an animal.
How can you embarrass yourself for an ordinary animal?
You're right, I really shouldn't embarrass myself
for such an ordinary animal.
Take it back, you animal.
Good for you.
Why do you want me to take him out?
To teach... some bad people a lesson.
Bad people?
- Did you get bullied? - Who would dare bully me?
I've heard that your dog's really loyal.
So I'd like to see if it's true.
Tenth Prince, do you often come to Eighth Prince's manor?
Yes.
Then you must know how my sister gets bullied by the Princess Consort.
Tell me.
No, they get along just fine.
Why would she bully your sister?
I thought good friends don't have any secrets.
- Just forget it. - I don't have any secrets.
Good friends are supposed to stick up for one another.
But you're not even telling me the truth.
Of course I'd stick up for you.
I won't hide anything from you.
- What do you want to know? - How does she treat my sister?
It's perfectly normal for women to get jealous and argue.
Get jealous and argue?
- Does she hit my sister? - Of course not.
She wouldn't dare do that in front of Eighth Brother.
Then I'm sure my sister gets bullied all the time.
Since she's very gentle, of course she'd be the weaker side.
You know what?
Ming Hui and her sister are known for their spitefulness.
Even I avoid them as much as I can.
But Ming Hui's not as impulsive.
As for Ming Yu...
- What's wrong? - She even disrespects me sometimes.
You make it sound as if it's perfectly normal for her to disrespect me.
No, what I mean is
she'd probably even disrespect the emperor.
No way. Although her grandfather's helped build the foundation of our monarchy
I don't think she'd dare do that.
Who knows?
But she definitely deserves a lesson.
What kind of a lesson?
Where is it?
Over here.
Here I come. What is it?
- Let's go over there. - Where?
But Princess Ming Yu's over there.
So what? This is Eighth Prince's manor.
But we still can't cause trouble here.
- Let's go somewhere else. - Who said I'm going to cause trouble?
She started it.
Over here.
What are you doing?
- What does he like to play? - Ball.
- Give it to me. - Over there. You missed again.
- I'm so scared. - Are you okay?
Go away.
Somebody! Go away!
Don't be scared.
- This is not good. - Go away.
Be careful, Princess.
This is really bad.
- Princess. - Princess Ming Yu, are you okay?
- It hurts. - Princess Ming Yu, are you okay?
- Princess. - It really hurts.
- I'm sorry. - Whose dog is it?
- It's mine. - What kind of a dog is that?
Look what it's done to me.
You animal, how dare you bite her?
You shouldn't disrespect her.
Animals are not like humans.
Princess Ming Yu, please forgive Tenth Prince.
You...
- You did it on purpose. - No, I didn't.
- Stop fighting, you two. - I'll beat you up!
- Hit me! - I'll beat you up!
Stop it, that hurts!
You...
- I'll beat you up! - I'll beat you up!
That really hurts!
- Tenth Prince. - That was such a hard punch.
- It really hurts. - Calm down, be quiet.
- Don't be so loud. - It really hurts.
- Please be quiet. - It hurts.
If my sister hears you, then I'll be in big trouble.
A real man should take responsibility for his own actions.
But I'm not a man. I'm just a simple girl.
Young Miss, here you go.
What are you going to do?
No way. Eunuch An, summon the imperial doctor.
- Yes. - No, you can't do that.
If Eighth Prince finds out, then I'll be dead meat.
Then what should we do?
What if...
How am I supposed to go out looking like this?
Don't worry, I'll take care of it for you.
We just need to put something hot on it.
Okay?
It'll be my birthday party in a few days.
I can't go to my party looking like this.
Don't worry, it'll get better tonight.
Trust me, okay?
- Are you sure? - Of course.
Don't worry, Tenth Prince.
This egg will help ease your bruises.
You'll be fine.
I'll give it a try.
- Be gentle. - I will.
I'll be really gentle.
- Be gentle. - Really gentle.
It doesn't hurt as much now, right?
Does it feel comfortable?
Yes, it does.
Then don't tell on me, okay?
All right, I won't tell.
But even if you don't tell
other people might.
Who? Who would tell?
Listen up, you two.
You're not to tell anyone about what happened today.
If you do, then I'll punish you.
- Yes. - Yes.
Will that do?
- Can you rub this side for me? - Sure, come and sit down.
But even if they don't tell, someone else still might.
- Who? - Princess Ming Yu.
Don't you worry.
Why would she tell when she's in trouble herself?
I can guarantee you.
Really?
Trust me, I'm very experienced in this.
I guess so.
It's okay, you'll be just fine.
Come and sit down.
It feels really good, doesn't it?
- How do I look? - Really good.
But I think it's a bit plain.
Try this one on.
- Is it nice? - Very nice.
But I think the color's a bit too light.
Young Miss, what do you want to wear?
I want to wear nice clothes and put on beautiful makeup.
But all your clothes are really nice.
I must look festive for Tenth Prince's birthday party.
Festive?
- How do I look in red? - Perfect.
- You may go now. - Sis!
Sis.
What's different about me today?
A different hairstyle.
Your eye makeup's also different.
- Do I look pretty? - Very pretty.
People say the two of us look alike.
Does that mean you're also very pretty?
- You're such a sweet talker. - It's the truth.
Sis.
I thought Second Princess Consort would come up with something more creative.
But it doesn't look all that interesting to me.
Looks like we're going to have dinner on this bare ground tonight.
Greetings, Sis.
Greetings, Princess Consort Ming Hui, Princess Ming Yu.
Rise.
Is this where the party's going to take place?
Are you sure your low-class dinner
won't embarrass Eighth Prince in front of everyone?
Eighth Prince said he wants to have a warm family gathering.
That's why I think this is quite appropriate.
I'm sure all the princes can have a few drinks and catch up with one another.
Really?
I wouldn't be so sure if I were you.
Ming Yu.
Second Princess Consort already put a lot of effort into this.
Sis, you're right.
We're too straightforward
and are not as cunning as some people.
How else would she get Eighth Prince's favor if she doesn't put in more effort?
Ming Yu, that's enough.
I don't want to upset Eighth Prince.
All you ever do is insult people.
So don't pretend to be innocent.
Ruo Xi.
What did you say?
Eighth Prince is a very fair person.
I'm sure he can tell the difference between true and false innocence.
Since my sister and Eighth Prince think very much alike
she knows exactly what he wants.
So you two don't have to worry about the party at all.
So how's everything going?
- Sister-in-law. - Hello, princes.
Rise.
Princess Ming Yu, you look beautiful today.
Since when did we have such a beautiful fairy in this palace?
She's the girl Tenth Brother keeps talking about. Ruo Xi, right?
Twelfth Brother, how did you know she's Ruo Xi?
I heard a beautiful girl recently came to Eighth Brother's manor.
She's obviously the most beautiful one here.
Ruo Xi, how come you look so different today?
You look stunning.
- You've got great taste. - Of course.
Ruo Xi, did you decorate this for me?
Look, Eighth Brother.
Don't you think the place looks so festive?
It was Ruo Lan's idea.
Thank you, I love it.
My lord, I'm not feeling very well.
I need to have a rest.
Are you okay?
It's just a headache.
Don't worry, my lord, it's not serious.
You better go back.
Excuse me, princes.
Since Crown Prince and Thirteenth Brother aren't here yet
why don't we go to Southern Loft for some tea, Fourth Brother?
- Sure. - Good idea.
Let's wait for them.
Let's get Thirteenth Brother drunk tonight.
Tenth Brother, you'll never get him drunk.
He's a really good drinker.
But I like it.
Young Miss.
What's wrong with you?
Nothing, I was just daydreaming.
Qiao Hui, I'm hungry.
Can you get me some food?
Sure, you can wait for me at Northern Loft.
Young Miss, here comes your food.
What's the matter?
Of all the times that I've seen Guoluoluo Ming Yu
she was the most arrogant today.
Her mother is the emperor's cousin, Princess He Shuo.
Her father is Prince Consort Ming Shang
and her sister is Eighth Prince's Princess Consort.
So of course she's above the rest.
So what? I'm not scared of her.
Young Miss, you're still so competitive.
I'm just protecting myself.
You better keep yourself out of trouble.
I hope you won't repeat the same mistake.
What mistake?
This is where I fell down the steps last time, right?
Was she the one who pushed me?
Young Miss, I didn't say anything.
I didn't say anything.
You didn't say anything, right?
Now I know.
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