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[Scarlet Heart] [Episode 17]
Come here, everyone.
Let's congratulate Ninth Prince for not having gotten caught this time.
- Cheers. - Congratulations, Ninth Prince.
It's not worth celebrating at all.
Ninth Prince, don't be so mad.
It's never too late to take revenge.
- Exactly. - What would you like?
Please give me a bottle of wine.
Sure.
Looks like you don't have to wait at all.
You can take revenge right now.
Look.
This lady's very close to Thirteenth Prince.
I'm sure they're more than just friends.
Do you know who she is?
She looks a bit familiar.
I think I've seen her at a brothel before.
Good. If she's just a prostitute
then Ninth Prince can also have her.
- Exactly. - Of course he can.
But if he is scared of Thirteenth Prince, then let's just forget it.
What are you talking about?
Tell her to come here.
Okay.
Let's go.
- Come on. - Come here.
- This is Ninth Prince. - What can I do for you?
Ninth Prince wants you to have a drink with him.
- Here you go. - Go on, drink it.
Thank you, Ninth Prince.
I'll drink first.
She's a really good drinker.
- Have another one. - Goodbye.
I didn't give permission for anyone to leave.
Ninth Prince, I need to go home now.
Can you please allow me to leave?
- Sit down. - Sit down.
- Drink. - I really can't drink anymore.
Drink it.
Ninth Brother.
What took you so long?
What are you doing? Let her go.
Fourteenth Prince.
It's none of your business. Just sit down and drink.
Miss Lu Wu, come with me.
Ninth Prince.
Let's keep drinking.
- Boss, give me some tea. - Right away.
Thank you so much, Fourteenth Prince.
I should apologize for Ninth Brother.
He's not usually like that.
I guess it's because he's been a bit upset lately.
That's why he's offended you.
It's okay, Fourteenth Prince.
Ninth Prince only wanted to drink with me.
I shouldn't have refused him and made him angry.
You're too kind.
How can you stick up for the person who was bullying you?
Fourteenth Prince, I really don't think Ninth Prince was bullying me.
Please don't say that to Thirteenth Prince.
Thirteenth Prince is a very righteous person.
I don't want him to get into trouble because of me.
You're very considerate.
Thirteenth Brother's so lucky to have a friend like you.
I'm afraid I'm not good enough for him.
Thirteenth Brother will be upset if he hears that.
But that's how I really feel.
I... keep feeling
whenever Thirteenth Prince is with me
people would talk about us.
Do you really think Thirteenth Brother would mind?
But I don't want people to gossip about him.
Especially not because of me.
Ninth Prince's men must be gone already.
I can go back myself.
Thank you, Fourteenth Prince.
It's okay, I can take you home.
People will also talk about you if they see you with me.
I'll take my leave, Fourteenth Prince.
Okay, then take care.
It's really nice. You must have spent a lot of money on it.
I knew you'd like it.
You should thank Tenth Brother.
He actually forced that person to sell it to him.
How can you say that?
You said you wanted this lantern
because you wanted to give it to Ruo Xi.
But its owner told me he only put it there for display
and he wouldn't sell it for anything.
So I just gave up the idea.
But then you told him you're a prince
so he had no choice but to sell it to you.
That was so embarrassing.
To me, it's just another toy.
But it's probably very precious to him.
Can you give it back to him?
I don't want to take it back. Just keep it.
Just keep it. It's just a lantern. It's not as if he didn't pay for it.
Give it back to him.
Fine, what a waste of effort.
Why didn't you stop him?
You can ask him if he listened to me when I tried to stop him.
Once he gets stubborn
he'd only listen to three people in the entire world.
- But I'm not one of them. - Which three people?
Eighth Brother.
Ruo Xi.
The last person is your archenemy from childhood
Tenth Princess Consort.
Thirteenth Brother.
- Ninth Brother. - Thirteenth Brother, stop it.
Let go of me!
What do you want, Thirteenth Brother?
Fourteenth Brother, let go. If he wants to fight then I'll fight him.
They'll be in deep trouble if the emperor finds out.
Let's go, Ninth Brother.
- Come on. - Thirteenth Prince.
Do you want to come to my place?
Why didn't you let me beat that creep up?
If news get out that you've beaten him up in the palace
then it won't do Miss Lu Wu any good.
I only heard about it last night.
I just couldn't help but want to give him a few punches when I saw him just now.
What happened?
Fourteenth Brother, thank you so much.
You also helped me with what happened with Princess Min Min.
You don't have to thank me for it.
Ninth Brother only did it because he was drunk.
What did he do?
I thought Lu Wu already redeemed herself from the brothel.
She was just performing at the brothel before anyway.
Why are you being so nosy?
He's such a creep.
He actually tried to harass Lu Wu in broad daylight.
Luckily Fourteenth Brother was there to save her.
I can't believe he's such a pervert.
What makes he think he can have any woman he wants?
He's such a bastard.
Ruo Xi.
I think you should get some men to ambush Ninth Prince
and then put a bag over his head and beat him up.
Shut up, Ruo Xi.
Now that Miss Lu Wu's okay
the best solution is not to make a big fuss over it.
Why would you want to stir things up?
Do you want all of Beijing to know about it?
If people start making up stories that didn't really happen at all
how can Lu Wu live through it?
Fourteenth Brother, give him a message for me.
From now on, if he dares do it again
whether it be Lu Wu or any other woman
I'll definitely kill him even if I have to put my own life at risk.
It won't happen again.
Stay here. I want some time to myself.
I'm okay. Don't worry.
What's the matter with you?
How dare you insult a prince?
Did you know you can get executed for it?
Ninth Brother's actually not fully responsible for this.
It's true that he was a little drunk that afternoon.
But it all started when someone told him that Lu Wu used to work in a brothel
and his friend dared him to do it.
That's why he lost control and did what he did.
In that case, it must be Lu Wu and Thirteenth Prince's fault.
I see what you mean.
I really don't know what else I can do.
Ninth Brother stayed mad at me for saving Lu Wu
and now you're mad at me.
Perhaps I shouldn't have gotten involved at all.
I didn't mean to get mad at you.
I should thank you instead.
Why don't you yell at me?
Just leave me alone.
Fourteenth Prince.
What do you want now?
Knowing Ninth Prince, he probably won't let them off the hook that easily.
Don't worry, I'll take care of it.
Both Eighth Brother and I have talked to Ninth Brother about it.
I'm sure he won't do anything like that again.
Thank you.
You've only seen Lu Wu a few times.
Why do you care so much about her?
She's a very fine lady.
Although I haven't known her for very long
but apart from the fact that she's Thirteenth Prince's friend
I can't bear to watch another woman get bullied without doing anything about it.
You still haven't changed at all.
You always forget who you are
and would compare yourself to a girl who works in a brothel.
You and Thirteenth Brother are just as straightforward as one another.
Thirteenth Prince is very righteous.
His relationship with Lu Wu is not what you think it is.
He's only protecting her because he appreciates her talent and background.
But I don't think Lu Wu sees him as just a friend.
Since I was worried that Ninth Brother's men would wait outside for her
I offered to take her home.
On our way home, she kept begging me not to tell Thirteenth Brother about it.
She said she didn't want him to get into trouble because of her.
If it had happened to any ordinary woman
she'd be crying her eyes out.
But instead of complaining to me
all she could think about was Thirteenth Brother.
Having met Thirteenth Prince
can be both a good and bad thing for her.
I'm afraid even she wouldn't want to admit
her feelings for Thirteenth Prince.
You shouldn't just think about others.
You should also think about your own future.
You're almost at the age when you'll be released from the palace.
Rather than waiting for Royal Father to arrange for you
to marry someone you don't know
why don't you pick someone and ask Royal Father to approve your marriage?
Eighth Brother treats you very well.
If you marry him, I'm sure he won't restrict your life.
You can still go horseback riding and go out with us on New Year's Eve.
- He'll let you do-- - That's enough.
- I have to go back. - Off you go.
Looks like Min Min's finally found her very own star.
It's so nice here.
No wonder Fourth Prince likes this place so much.
I can cry aloud here
and laugh as loud as I want to.
Miss Ruo Xi.
Greetings, Crown Prince, Prince He Shu.
Rise.
I've received Min Min's letter. Thank you, Prince He Shu.
Min Min really wanted to let you know how she's doing.
You don't need to thank me at all.
If only Min Min was half as mature as you are
then Father and I wouldn't have to worry about her so much.
You can't go anywhere you please because you're still an imperial servant.
Once you're allowed to leave the palace
I'll take you to Mongolia so that you can have some fun.
It might even change your bad temper.
Prince He Shu, I don't think she'll get a chance to do that.
Royal Father takes her everywhere he goes.
But in two or three years' time
she'll reach the age when she can leave the palace.
I'm sure Royal Father will find her a husband.
You'll probably have to invite two people over to Mongolia then.
I have to get back to work now.
If you don't need anything, then I have to go.
Okay, off you go.
Miss, should we prepare some tiger stick and yulan tea for Tenth Prince?
The imperial doctor said if we mix these two tea leaves
it should help ease bruises.
Tenth Prince is hurt? What happened?
Didn't you know that Tenth Prince got hit in the head by Tenth Princess Consort?
I thought you knew, Miss.
Greetings, Fourteenth Prince.
- Greetings, Fourteenth Prince. - Rise.
- Yun Xiang, can you go outside? - Yes.
Fourteenth Prince, I heard Tenth Princess Consort hit Tenth Prince in the head.
I really don't know
how in the world those two ended up getting married.
So how's his injury?
The imperial doctor said he's okay. Don't worry.
That's good.
- Would you like some tea? - Sure.
If we hadn't grown up together
I could easily be mistaken
as to why you'd care so much about their marriage.
Why do you always worry about others?
Oh, no!
- Miss, I've got bad news. - What happened?
Crown Prince has just asked His Majesty
to let him marry you, Miss.
What?
Miss, are you okay? You're scaring me.
Where's Fourteenth Prince?
He got so shocked after hearing the news that he left straight away.
He told me to keep a close eye on you and look after you.
Miss, don't worry.
The emperor hasn't agreed to it yet.
Tell me exactly what you saw and heard today.
- I want to hear every little detail. - Okay.
After thinking about it
although I already have a few concubines
I still want to have another concubine who's more thoughtful.
Someone who can give me advice when I need it.
Miss Ruo Xi's a very fine lady.
So I really like her.
I'd like to ask you to let Miss Ruo Xi become my concubine.
I'll definitely take care of her.
I hope you can approve my request.
Ruo Xi's been serving me for many years.
She's always been totally dedicated to her job.
I know it's about time for her to get married.
But since I'm quite old now
I need someone who's smart and understanding to look after me.
So I'd like to keep her with me for another few years
before I find her a good husband
and prepare a generous dowry for her
so that she can have a grand wedding.
It'll be my way of thanking her for serving me for so long.
Since you've suddenly made such a request...
I'll need some time to think about it.
Since I'd already served them tea, I had no choice but leave the room.
So I don't know what the emperor said to Crown Prince afterward.
I know what Crown Prince has in mind.
There are only three reasons why he'd want to marry me.
One, the emperor.
Two, the Mongolians.
Three, my father.
All he wants to do is to stabilize his power and status.
Miss, don't worry.
Since His Majesty already said he has to think about it
perhaps he won't make you marry Crown Prince.
But I don't understand His Majesty's thoughts at all.
If he approves it
then what should I do?
Does that mean I'll have to marry Crown Prince?
Or would I have to disobey his order?
Perhaps...
the only way is to hang myself.
Miss, don't be silly.
Even though I know everyone's ending
I've got no idea as to what my ending will be.
Could this be the ending that God has arranged for me?
Eighth Brother, you must help Ruo Xi.
What happened to her?
Crown Prince asked Royal Father to let him marry her.
- When did that happen? - Yu Tan just told me and Ruo Xi.
I think it only happened today.
How's Ruo Xi?
She passed out when she found out.
Ruo Xi's been through a lot over the past few years.
I'm sure she'll get through this.
But since Crown Prince has already asked him
I don't think Royal Father would refuse.
Fourteenth Brother.
Go and get me all the records and accounting books
relating to Fujian's embezzlement case.
Royal Father's already closed the case.
Why would you still want to look at them?
We should figure out a way to save Ruo Xi instead.
I am trying to save her.
The case might already be closed
but what if we can find some new evidence?
What do you mean?
I want to try and find some new evidence
to make Royal Father reopen the case.
Then we'll be able to save Ruo Xi.
When Tenth Prince was forced to get married
I only felt angry and upset for him.
But now I finally realize
that apart from anger and sadness
I also feel totally helpless.
Just the thought of Crown Prince's face
and the way he looked at Princess Min Min
already make me sick.
Is it my fault?
Perhaps it's my insistence that has brought this upon myself.
Fourth Prince, Fourteenth Prince, Eighth Prince.
They've all reminded me before.
But I always believed that I'd be lucky
and get through these few years.
Yet I never expected
that even if I don't care, someone else would.
Now, it's all too late.
Miss, don't think about it too much.
You feel very hot.
You've got a fever.
I'll ask Eunuch Li to get the imperial doctor.
Water.
I'm thirsty.
I need water.
Since Royal Father hasn't given his order yet
there's still a chance that he'll change his mind.
Don't think about it now.
Just listen to the doctor and get as much rest as you can.
I've asked Yu Tan to do something for me, but she'll be back soon.
I shouldn't stay here for too long.
Look at you.
You never listened to anything that I told you.
Now that you're in trouble
what's the use of holding onto me?
I can't promise you anything right now.
Because I really don't know whether I'll be able to help you.
After all, it's Crown Prince who wants you.
But don't worry.
I won't let anything happen to you.
Miss, eat something.
You didn't eat all day yesterday.
The imperial doctor said your fever's gone.
You look so much better now.
If His Majesty is in favor of our marriage
what do I have to do
to stop him from marrying me to Crown Prince?
Miss, don't worry.
Come over and eat something.
If I can let it drag until the same time next year
I'm sure His Majesty won't marry me to Crown Prince then.
Why not?
Because that's when Crown Prince will be...
What's going to happen to him?
You look a lot better than you did yesterday.
Ruo Xi.
- Greetings, Fourteenth Prince. - Rise.
You're sick, so don't be so formal with me.
Fourteenth Prince, if you don't need anything, then I'll go outside.
Do you know why Crown Prince wants to marry you?
King Suwanguaerjia has asked Royal Father
to approve Prince Zuo Ying and Princess Min Min's marriage.
But Crown Prince already heard the news before the king's request arrived today.
I'll tell you all the details some other time.
Tell me.
Do you want to marry Crown Prince?
Eighth Prince can't come to see you right now
but he's asked me to tell you to try and buy some time.
He should figure it out in about 10 days.
- Thank you. - You don't have to thank me.
You didn't listen when I told you to find yourself a husband before.
Now it's too late to regret it.
Don't you think it's much better to marry Eighth Brother than Crown Prince?
Don't worry, just get some rest.
I have to go now.
I probably can't come to see you for the next few days.
Look after yourself.
Fourteenth Prince.
Thank you.
Fourth Brother, I've already listed all the people who are related
to Crown Prince just as you've requested.
But I still can't understand why Crown Prince wants to marry Ruo Xi.
Crown Prince's major backup Songgotu
has died from hunger after he was jailed for plotting a conspiracy.
So he's at the risk of losing his power right now.
Since Royal Father has approved Prince Zuo Ying and Princess Min Min's marriage
if Crown Prince can also marry Ruo Xi
then he'd become closer to the Mongolians.
If he has their support
then he can strengthen and stabilize his power.
Crown Prince is certainly very cunning.
I feel sorry for Ruo Xi for the sacrifice that she'll have to make.
It may not be such a bad thing to teach her a lesson.
At least she'll learn to back down before anything serious happens.
Otherwise she'd think she can get away with anything
by using her quick wits and losing her temper.
After hearing what you said
I guess I won't have to worry at all.
I'm not absolutely confident either.
But from the way you talk, you certainly sound like you have full confidence.
What else can I do?
It's still up to her to decide how things will turn out in the end.
Give this list of names to Fourteenth Brother.
Then he'll definitely give it to Eighth Brother.
Fourth Brother.
Are you sure you want to overturn Crown Prince with Eighth Brother?
At least it'll stop him from marrying Ruo Xi.
That should kill two birds with one stone, right?
But we can't let anyone know that it was us who submitted this list.
Otherwise, not only will we not be able to save Ruo Xi
but we'll also get into trouble ourselves.
Fourth Brother's message should be very clear, right?
I thought you were on Crown Prince's side.
You and I both know what kind of a person he's really like.
So we're only doing this for Ruo Xi.
I wonder if she'd be considered lucky or unlucky.
Although she's gotten herself into trouble
everyone's trying to help her.
That's pretty much all we can do.
It's up to you guys to take over now.
With Fourth Brother and Eighth Brother's help
I'm sure Ruo Xi will be just fine.
I haven't helped you like this for a long time.
My lord.
Is something worrying you?
Everything that goes on in the palace is just as worrying.
I know.
I'm just worried about your health.
I don't know what I can do to share some of your burden.
I wish Hong Wang could grow up quickly so that he can help ease your workload.
I don't want him to be like me.
When all the other children were playing with one another
I had already learned to be careful of others and to watch my own actions.
Ming Hui.
I do have something that I need your help with.
Can you ask your uncle Duke Jing Xi
to charge Crown Prince for allowing his men
to openly accept bribes?
Are you confident that you will win?
Only God can have full confidence.
What's your likelihood of winning?
I know you don't like me interfering with your palace affairs.
I'm not trying to interfere because you need my uncle's help.
But this is a very risky move.
That's why I'm a bit worried.
Then I'll get someone else to help me.
This must have something to do with Ruo Xi, right?
I heard Crown Prince has asked His Majesty to let him marry Ruo Xi.
Since you suddenly decided to make a move on him now
it's very hard for me not to think that you're doing this for Ruo Xi.
Ruo Xi's just part of the reason.
I know you know exactly what I have in mind.
It's true that I'd wanted her to become my concubine.
But she's already rejected me.
Then why are you still risking your life to help her?
It's okay if you don't want to help me.
Let's just forget about it.
I'll go and talk to my uncle.
As long as it can make you happy
I'm willing to do anything for you.
It really hurts me to see how upset you are right now.
Perhaps that's how marriage works.
We should share all joy and sorrows.
I've never regretted having married you.
Ming Hui.
Like I said before, no one will ever take your position.
Miss, what are you doing?
Are you crazy?
Yu Tan, I can't drink this medicine.
Why not?
Yu Tan.
I've always treated you as my sister for the past few years.
I really can't marry Crown Prince.
But there's nothing I can do now.
I can only buy time by staying sick.
But I can't pretend to be sick
because people will find out once Eunuch Li asks the imperial doctor.
So just bring me the medicine as usual
and pour it out when nobody is watching.
Miss, you're very weak now, so you can't do this.
It's the only way that can help me now.
Yu Tan, if you see me as your best friend, then don't stop me.
Take your time.
Yu Tan.
Don't ask for the imperial doctor yet.
Wait until my fever goes up and my head is burning hot.
- Li De Quan. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Where's Ruo Xi? Is she still sick?
- Did you summon the imperial doctor? - Your Majesty.
I've already asked the imperial doctor to look at her
and asked Yu Tan to take care of her.
But she's gotten even worse
and still has a high fever.
Tell the imperial doctor to take another look at her
and use better medicines if need be.
Yes.
Your Majesty, Duke Jing Xi has an urgent report for you.
Show me.
- Where is he? - Your Majesty, he's waiting outside.
Ask all the princes to gather for a meeting.
Yes.
Duke Jing Xi has submitted a report
accusing Crown Prince of having ganged up with other officials.
Up to 20 other people are involved in this case.
Infantry Commander, Tuo He Qi.
Commander E Shan.
Minister of Justice, Qi Shi Wu.
Minister of Defense, Geng Er.
The majority of them are all eight banner commanders.
Royal Father, that's not true at all.
I've been framed.
Duke Jing Xi.
- Did I say anything wrong? - Your Majesty.
What you said was exactly as per my report.
All the names that are on the list are powerful commanders.
If they gang up, then it'll become a huge threat to the Great Qing.
That's why I must report it to you even if it means risking my own life.
Royal Father, don't believe him.
He's lying.
Crown Prince.
Did you meet with them?
Your Majesty, absolutely not.
Crown Prince, it's a serious offense to lie to His Majesty.
You better think about it again
before you answer His Majesty's question.
Royal Father.
As the crown prince, it's inevitable that he'd have to socialize with people.
So it's perfectly normal for him to have a drink with them before.
So we shouldn't accuse him of ganging up with them simply based on that reason.
Exactly.
Royal Father.
I know very clearly that you don't want us ganging up with anyone.
Why would I dare disobey your order?
Royal Father, I'm perfectly innocent.
If it only happened once, of course it can't be considered.
But if those people always hang around one another
then it'd be a totally different matter.
- Royal Father-- - That's enough.
It'll take some time to prove whether the accusation is true or not.
- Third Prince. - Yes, Royal Father.
You can investigate this case for me.
If it's proved to be a false accusation
then I'll definitely find out who had started this rumor.
But if it's proved to be true...
then the Ministry of Justice can take care of it.
Yes.
Miss, Duke Jing Xi brought up an old case at today's meeting
and asked His Majesty to investigate Commander Tuo He Qi and his son
for hosting a banquet during King Duoluoan's bereavement period
as well as their embezzlement case.
Duke Jing Xi and Eighth Prince both belong to Plain Blue Banner.
So he should be Eighth Prince's supporter
whereas Commander Tuo He Qi is one of Crown Prince's men.
This must be an attack on Crown Prince.
Could this be his way of helping me?
Did you hear what His Majesty said?
He's ordered Third Prince to investigate the case.
Miss, why are you smiling?
I can finally breathe freely.
Miss, what do you mean?
Since the emperor's given an order to investigate Crown Prince's men
he obviously has become suspicious of him.
Why would he still want me to marry Crown Prince now?
Miss, I still don't understand.
Just as they said
since I'm closely related to the Mongolia tribes now
why would they waste such a valuable resource on Crown Prince?
I get it.
Miss, it must be God's will.
- I'll get you something to eat. - Thank you.
I thought I had to wait until next year.
But the situation has certainly taken a sharp turn.
Looks like I've become the catalyst
for Fourth Prince and Eighth Prince to work together to overturn Crown Prince.
Royal Father.
It's a very serious offense to plot with powerful commanders.
Royal Father, his action obviously proves his suspicion of overturning the throne.
He probably tried to plot with Songgotu to overturn the throne.
Magnolia?
Why would Fourth Prince like magnolias?
Come back.
- Greetings, Fourth Prince. - Rise.
Why did you suddenly take off this hairpin?
I was worried that you'd laugh at me.
Why?
I've always kept this jade magnolia hairpin with me.
But I don't know why I suddenly felt like putting it on today.
And then...
Then what?
Then...
I wondered if you'd want to marry me.
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