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Episode 17
See. Come over here.
Pals.
Let's drink a toast to 9th Prince. He made it through safely. Come and have a drink.
Come on. Have a drink. Congrats 9th Prince.
What is there to celebrate?
9th Prince.
What are you angry about?
There's an old saying: A gentleman can wait 10 years for his revenge.
That's right.
Missy, what do you need?
Sire, please give me a jar of wine.Alright.
I think you don't have to wait for 10 years, you can have your revenge now.
This.
See.
This lady is close to 13th Prince.
Their relationship is beyond normal friends.
Do you know who is she?
She do look familiar.
I think I've seen her at a brothel.
It's great that she's from a brothel.If 13th Prince can have her, so can our 9th Prince.
Yes, 9th Prince.
9th Prince can have her too. Yes.
If 9th Prince is afraid of trouble, let's forget about it.
What do you mean? That's right.
Ask her to come over.
Okay.
Go.
Go on. Come over.
This is our 9th Prince.
What can I do for you, Sires?
Our 9th Prince wants you to drink with him.
Here.
Drink up. Have a drink. Drink.
Thanks for your drink, 9th Prince. I shall drink this now.
Good. Well done. Great.
Again. Goodbye.
Don't go.Without my permission, who can go?
That's right. Want to go?
9th Prince, I've something important at home.
9th Prince, please allow me to go.
Sit down.
Sit.
Drink.
I really cannot drink.
Drink up. Finish this.
Drink up. Come on.
9th brother.
Why are you so late?
What are you doing?
Let go.
14th Prince.
Don't bother about that. Have your drink.
Miss Luwu, follow me out.
9th Prince, this...
Letting her off like that?
Continue to drink.
Have some tea. Boss, come. Quickly.
14th Prince. Thanks for saving me.
I'm sorry for 9th brother's behaviour. He wasn't like that normally. Maybe he's unhappy recently.
That's why he's behaving improperly to you.
14th Prince, don't take this to heart.
9th Prince is only offering me a drink.
It's because I didn't accept, that's why he's angry.
You are too kind. You are being bullied but still wants to help him.
14th Prince, I don't see that as bullying.
Please don't tell 13th Prince about it.
13th Prince is a loyal and impartial personI'm afraidthat he will get intotrouble because of me
You knows how to think for other people.It's 13th brother's good fortuneto have you as a friend
I think he's too good for me.
If 13th brother hears you, he will not be happy.
That's from the bottom of my heart.
I...I always felt that...if 13th Prince became my friend, there will be bad rumours about him.
Do you think that 13th brother will mind?
But I mind,
especially if its my fault.
I think9th Prince's men will not come after me.
I can return on my own. Thanks, 14th Prince.
It's okay. I should help.
If you walk along with me, it's also not right.
Goodbye.
Alright, but do be careful on the way.
This look really exquisite. I'm sure it's hard to make.
I knew you will like it.
You should thank 10th brother. He got this lantern from someone by force.
You really know how to embarrass me. You were eyeing this lantern also.
You suggested to get this for Rouxi first.
But when I heard that the owner only wanted to display this lantern but won't sell it for any price.
I already gave up that idea.
However, you told him your identity and... you insisted that he sell it to you. I'm also embarrassed by you.
It's just a plaything to me, but this is another person's treasure.
Return this quickly.
I've already taken it, how can I return now?
Keep it.
It's just a lantern. We already paid for it, don't be so particular about that.
Return it quickly.
Alright. Such a waste of my effort.
Why didn't you advise him not to do it?
Ask him if I advise him or not.
I did but he must listen to me too.
When he's stubborn about something, only 3 person in this world can advise him.
I'm not one of the 3 person.
Whose that 3 person?
8th brother.
Rouxi.
The last one is your arch enemy since young,the current 10th Fu'jin.
13th brother.
9th brother. 13th brother, stop it.
Don't go over, you cannot fight here.
13th, what do you want?
14th brother, let him go. I shall see what he can do to me.
Stop it, 9th brother.
Take 9th Prince away.
If His Majesty heard about this, there will be trouble.
Alright. Let's go, 9th brother.
Quickly.
13h Prince.Go.
13th Prince. Alright.
Go to my place first.
Why did you stop me from beating that beast?
If you fight with him and blow this matter up.It's not good for Miss Luwu too.
I just heard about this matter last night.
So when I saw him just now, I become agitated.
I just want to give him a few punch.
What happened?
14th brother, this time, thank you for your help.
Last time,you helped me to resolve my problem with Min Min Ge'ge.
This time you don't have to thank me.
Furthermore, it's 9th brother's fault.
What did 9th Prince do? I thought she already redeemed herself a few years ago.
She is only an entertainer and not a prostitute.
As an unmarried young girl, why ask so much?
That fellow is too bold. He tried to bully Luwu.
Luckily 14th brother saw that and saved her.
I knew that 9th Prince is lecherous, but I never expect this from him.
He actually bullies any pretty girl he came across.He is a total jerk.
Rouxi.
I think you should get a few people to catch him. Cover his head and bash him up.
Shut up. Rouxi.
Since Luwu is save, the best method to resolve...this matter is to reduce the impact.
Why should you blow thing up?
Do you want the whole capital to know about this?
That will only make things worse and rumours will fly.
How do you expect Luwu to continue her life?
14th brother.
Pass him a message.
From now on, if he dares to do this again to Luwu or any other girl. I will kill him regardless of the danger.
I'm sure he won't do it again.
Stop here.
I need to be left alone.
It's alright, don't worry.
Aren't you too bold? How dare you scold a Prince?
How many heads do you have?
Actually you cannot blame 9th brother entirely.
That day, he had a few drinks.
Someone around him knew that Luwu is from a brothel previously.
They goaded him
That's why he lost control.
So its Luwu and 13th Prince's fault?
I've learned something new today.
I think I've been a good saviour for nothing.
To save Luwu, 9th brother was angrywith me for a few days.
Here, you are angry with me too.
If I knew this matter is so tricky, I shouldn't have helped.
I'm overcome with anger, I should thank you instead.
Why don't you scold me and vent your anger?
I don't want to be bothered with you.
14th Prince.
What else can I do for you?
According to 9th Prince's character, he won't let this matter rest.
Since I'm involved, I will see it through.
I begged 8th Brother to talked to him. I'm sure he will give us some face.
Thanks.
You have only met Luwu a few times, why are you so concern about her?
Her character and abilities
are top-notch
Although I didn't have much interactions with her
Not to mention the link with 13th Prince.
Even as a girl,
I cannot just standby and do nothing.
You still haven't changed that temperament of yours
You don't care one bit for your status
You casually discuss yourself and courtesan as if you are on equal terms
You and 13th brother
are really broadminded
13th Prince is a refined & cultured person.
The way he treats Lu'wu is not what you all are thinking
Because he admires her talents and feels pity for her life's experience
that's why he has been protecting her all these years
But from my perspective, the way Lu'wu looks at 13th brother
she doesn't seem to regard him as just a friend
That day, I was afraid that 9th brother's henchmen would make trouble on the sly
so I decided to escort her back personally
When we were walking, she pleaded with me
By all means, the incident should not
be made known to 13th brother
She don't want to create trouble for 13th brother.
In the same situation,a normal girl will be crying her heart out.But she had no complain at all...
as she only worries for 13th brother.
To know 13th Prince, I wonder if its her fortune or misfortune.
I'm afraid she will never confess her feelings for him.
You shouldn't think for other people only.Think about your own problem too.
You have also reached the age of discharge.Instead of waiting for Imperial Father's order, you could ask him for a marriage of your choice.
Actually, 8th brother is really good to you.
If you married him,I'm sure he won't control you.
If you want to ride a horse or go out with 10th brother or me.
I'm sure he will agree to your request.
Stop it.
I'm going back.
Go ahead.
Look as if Min Min has found her true love!
This place is really nice.No wonder 4th Prince likes to come here.
I can cry out aloud...and also laugh out aloud here.
Miss Rouxi.
Respects to Crown Prince and Prince.
Keeps the formality.
I just received Min Min's letter. Thanks, Prince Heshu.
Min Min wanted to let you know her latest news.
You don't have to thank me.
If Min Min is half as sensible as you. My father and I will not have to worry about her.
You have to work in palace now.But in future, I will invite you to our grassland... for some fun.
That will curb your temper too.
Prince Heshu.
She won't have that chance.
My Imperial Father took her along with him all the time.
But in a few years time, she will reach the age of discharge too.
I'm sure my Imperial Father will order a marriage for her.
If you want to invite her, I think it won't be for one person only.
I need to do my duty now. If there's nothing else, please excuse me.
Alright, you may go.
Sister, should I serve Huzhang & Yulan tea to 10th Prince?
The Imperial Physician told me that this combination could help to reduce swelling.
Is 10th Prince injured? What happened?
You didn't know?
10th Prince was beaten up by 10th Fu'jin. I thought you knew.
Respects to 14th Prince.
Respect to 14th Prince.
Be raised.
Yunxiang, you go first.
Yes.
14th Prince.
I heard that 10th Prince was beaten up by 10th Fu'jin.
This pair of funny couple.
I don't know who owns who a debt.
How's 10th Prince now?
Imperial Physician said that he's alright, don't worry.
That's good.
Have some tea here.
Alright.
If I didn't know you since young, I would really misunderstood you.Who acts like you? You seems to be too concern about them.
What goes in your mind?
Oh no.
Sister, there's trouble.
What happened?
Just...Just now the Crown Prince ask His Majesty to grant a marriage.
He wanted to marry you, sister.
What?
Sister, what happened to you?Don't scare me.
Where's 14th Prince?
After 14th Prince heard about the Crown Prince's request.He was so angry that he left.
Before he left,he asked me to stay by your side and take care of you.
Sister, don't panic.His Majesty has not decided yet.
Repeat whatever you saw today to me.Tell me every details.
Do not even miss His Majesty's small movements.
Alright.
I have given this matter a serious thought.I already have a few wives,but I still need someone who is meticulous by my side.
Miss Rouxi is well educated.
I really like her.
Therefore, I boldly requestfor Imperial Father to give her to me as my wife. I promise to treat her well.
Please agree to my request.
Rouxi has been serving me for years.She did a good job too.
I also know that she should get married soon.
But I'm also getting old.
I need someone like her, who knows how to serve and care for me...to stay by my side too.
For my own selfishness, I would like tokeep her by my side for a few more years.
After that, I will arrange for a good marriage for her.
I will also give her a big dowry and get her married in style.
That will repay her for serving me all these years.
Today, your request came suddenly.
I need to consider this.
At that point, I've already served the tea and needed to go.I don't know what else His Majesty said to the Crown Prince.
I can understand what's on Crown Prince's mind.
There's 3 reasons why he wanted to marry me.
1. Because of His Majesty.
2. Because of the Mongolians.
3. Because of my father.
Untimately, he only wanted to strengthen his own position.
Sister, don't lose heart.
Since His Majesty said that he need to consider.He may not marry you off to Crown Prince.
But I don't know what's on His Majesty's mind.
If His Majesty agrees to it,what should I do?
Must I really marry the Crown Prince?
Or...can I reject the edict?
Or...maybe...
I should prepare a white sash (to hang herself).
Sister.
Don't have funny ideas.
I knew everybody's ending.But I don't know my own ending.
Don't tell me that Heaven prepared this ending for me?
8th brother, you need to help Rouxi.
What happened to her?
The Crown Prince wanted Imperial Father to marry Rouxi to him.
When did this happen?
Yutan just informed me and Rouxi.
It has just happened.
Rouxi...what happened to her?
After she heard about it, she fainted.
All these years, Rouxi encountered several major events.
I'm sure she can hang on.
Since Crown Prince requested for her, I think Imperial Father will not reject him.
14th brother, bring me the recordsand account book of the Fujian case.
Imperial Father has already closed the case.
Why do you need that?
I think we should thinkof a way to save Rouxi now.
I'm trying to save her now.
One knock can create vibration but no one bothers to add another final knock.
8th brother means that...
I want to add another final knockto this case and send a strong wave in court.
This way, we could save Rouxi.
Many years ago, I felt sad when I saw 10th Prince being ordered into marriage.
Now, I finally realise that it's not only sadness.I felt hopeless too.
When I recall the face of Crown Prince.
The lustful look when he saw Min Min Ge'ge.
I felt so disgusted with him.
Was I wrong?
Did I land myself into deep trouble?
4th, 14th and 8th Prince.
All of them reminded me before.
But I always thought that I'm lucky and there's a few more years to go.
I didn't realise that someone hanker after me.
Now, it's too late to regret.
Sister, stop thinking about it.
Why are you so hot?
Sister, you are running a fever.I will ask Eunuch Li to get Imperial Physician.
Water.
I'm thirsty...water.
Since Imperial Father did not send an edict. It means that you still have a chance.
Don't think of anything now.Listen to the Imperial Physician and rest well.
I lured Yutan away, but she's coming back soon.I cannot stay for long.
I stopped here and dare not move on.
So that the tragedy cannot continue.
The followng night, you wrote our parting.
You...I told you about it a few years backbut you didn't heed my advise.
Now it finally happened,what's the point of holding me now?
We walked too fast on this path.
We hang on to an unrealistic desire.
We can't wait to return and admire.
Magnolia fragrance cannot hide the sorrows.
Now, I cannot give you any promise.
Because I don't know if I can do it.You must understand that the person in question is the Crown Prince.
But don't worry.
I will not leave you, not caring.
Don't sign about what's happening...
and the ray of hope that we can't see.
Don't see the sun ray that passes through the clouds.
Don't search for the paradise we agreed upon.
Don't sign about what's happening...
and the ray of hope that we can't have.
That paradise is where I loved you.
Sister, have some food.
You didn't have a bite yesterday, you must be hungry.
The Imperial Physician said that your fever is gone.You looked so much better now.
If His Majesty really wanted to grant this marriage.
What can I do...
to stop His Majesty from marrying me to Crown Prince?
Sister, you are thinking too much.Come and have some food.
If I can hang on till next year,
I think His Majesty will not give me to the Crown Prince.
Why not?
Because in the coming year, the Crown Prince will...
What will His Majesty do?
You look better than yesterday.
Rouxi.
Respects to 14th Prince.
Be raised.
You are sick, don't be so polite.
14th Prince, if there's nothing else. I shall go now.
Do you know why the Crown Prince wanted to marry you?
Su'er Gua'er Jia Wang ye...
asked Imperial Father to grant Min Min Ge'ge and Prince Zouyin's marriage.
The request just reached the court today.
He already got the news beforehand.
I will explain the details to you on another day.
Let me ask you.
Do you want to marry the Crown Prince?
8th Prince cannot come and visit you.
But he wanted me to tell you that...
you must try to delay and gain more time.
In 10 days, you will see your chance.
Thanks.
Don't.
I advised you to choose your own husband but you didn't.
Now, its too late to regret.
It's much better for you to marry 8th Prince instead, right?
Take care and don't worry. I have to go now.
For the next few days, I cannot come. Take good care of yourself.
14th Prince.
Thanks.
4th brother, I followed your instruction andlisted those people...who are connected to Crown Prince.
But I still don't understand why Crown Princewanted to marry Rouxi.
Crown Prince's biggest supporter, Sou'er tu died of starvation in jail.
That's why his position is shaken.
Moreover, Imperial Father approved Min Min Ge'ge and Prince Zouyin's marriage.
If the Crown Prince can marry Rouxi,he will be connected to the Mongolians by marriage.
With their backing,his position will be more stable.
The Crown Prince is really calculative.
But poor Rouxi will be sacrificed.
This matter will give her a good lesson.
This will teach her about being flexible before anything major happened.
She must know that not everything can be resolved by being cheeky.
I can relax after hearing you now.
Don't assume that I'm 100% confident.
But you look confident.
What else can I do?
In the end,we have to leave it to her fate.
Give this name list to 14th brother.
That's akin to giving to 8th brother.
4th brother, are you sure you want to work with 8th brother to topple Crown Prince?
At least we could make the Crown Prince so busy that he will not think about the marriage request.
That's killing 2 birds with 1 stone.
But this matter should be kept a secret,
if not we will not be able to save Rouxi...
and we will also get ourselves into trouble.
I think I don't have to say 4th brother's intention.
But what about Crown Prince's relationship with you guys?
Everyone knows the character of Crown Prince.We did this for Rouxi.
I don't know if Rouxi is fortunate or not.
She got into this problem but so many people are helping her.
That's all we can do.
The rest will have to depend on you guys.
Since 4th & 8th brother is joining forces,I'm sure Rouxi will be saved.
It has been a long time since I served you.
Bei'le ye?
Are you having some problem on your mind?
Everything in court is problematic.
I know.
I'm just worried about your health. I also don't know how to share your burden.
I cannot wait for Hong Wang to grow up quickly and share your worries.
I don't want him to be like me. When other children are playing,
I've already learnt to watch other people's mind.
Ming Hui.
I really need your help to do something.
I want you to ask Zhenguo Gong, Jingxi Wangye.
to report that the Crown Prince has allowed his men to do bad dealings.
Are you 100% confident?
Only Heaven has 100% confidence.
What are the odds of winning?
I know that you don't like me to ask about court affairs.I didn't ask because you asked my uncle to help.
This is a really dangerous thing to do, I'm worried.
I will ask someone else to help.
This matter concerns Rouxi, right?
I heard that the Crown Princeasked His Majesty to give Rouxi to him.
At this moment,you wanted to attack him.
It's hard for me to ignore the link between these 2 matters.
Rouxi is one of the reasons.
I know that you knew what was on my mind.
I did have the intention to have her as my wife.
But she has already rejected my request.
Why did you risk your life to help her?
It's alright if you don't want to help me. Just forget what I said.
I will talk to my uncle.
As long as you can stop worrying about it. I will do my best to help you despite the difficulty.
It pains me to see you like this.
Maybe, this is what a married couple is all about.
We shall suffer together.
I never regretted my decision to marry you.
Ming Hui.I said this before.No one can ever replace your position.
Sister!Sister, what are you doing?Are you crazy?
Yutan.
I can't drink this medicine.
Why?
Yutan, all these years I treated you like my real sister.
I really don't want to marry the Crown Prince.
But now, I have no other ways.
I can only use my sickness to delay them.
However, I cannot pretend to be sick.
If Eunuch Li asked Imperial Physician, they will know.
So, you must continue to give me the medicine but throw them away behind their back.
Sister, you are too weak now. You can't afford to do this now.
To save myself, I must stay sick.
Yutan.
Don't stop me if I'm your friend.
Slowly.
Yutan.
Don't get the Imperial Physician yet. Let my hair dry more and when my forehead feels hotter before you get help.
Li De Quan.
Yes, your Majesty.
What happened to Rouxi?
She seems to be sick for a long time, has she recovered?
Did Imperial Physician checked on her?
Replying your Majesty.
I asked Imperial Physician to see her and asked Yutan to take care of her.
But her illness is serious and her fever refuses to go.
Ask the Imperial Physician to pay more attention and use whatever medicine they need.
Yes.
Your Majesty.
Zhengguo Gong has an urgent petition for your Majesty.
Bring it on.
Where's Zhenggou Gong?
Your Majesty, he's waiting outside the court.
Summon all the Princes to court.
Yes.
Zhengguo Gong reported to me that he suspected the Crown Prince of forming his own political group.
This involved about 10-20 people.
Army Commander, Tou He'qi.
Commander-in-command, E'shan.
Law Secretary, Qi Shi Wu.
Army Secretary, Geng'e.
Many 8 main division First commanders,
Second-in-commanders and important people in the military.
Imperial Father, there's no such thing. I'm being framed.
Zhengguo Gong.
Did I say something wrong?
Your Majesty, what you said is what I reported.
In the name list, there's important people who hold army power.
If they band together, it will pose a threat to your Majesty.
That's why I must report this to your Majesty even if it will cost me my life.
Imperial Father, don't believe him. It's a pack of lies.
Crown Prince.
Did you join them in their feast?
Imperial Father, I didn't.
Crown Prince, you will be committing a huge crime to lie.
Recall again before you reply His Majesty.
Imperial Father, the Crown Prince needs to entertain those people sometimes.
It's normal to have various people in such feast.
You cannot conclude that the Crown Prince is forming his own political group.
Yes.
Imperial Father, I knew that you hated people who tried to form groups.
Why would I do that?
Please investigate.
If this happens once in a blue moon, we cannot conclude your crime.
But if you always see the same group of people, that's a different story.
Imperial Father.
Alright.
Whether it is true or not cannot be determined right now.
3rd Prince.
Yes.
You shall investigate the truth.
If this is a false accusation, I will punish those who created this rumours.
If this is true,
let the Law Bureau handle this.
Yes.
Jie'jie
This morning Zhengguo Gong requested His Majesty to re-investigate a corruption case... involving Tou He'qi and other ministers.
Zhengguo Gong and 8th Prince belongs to the true blue division.
He should be his supporter.
Tou He'qi works for the Crown Prince.
They are targeting the Crown Prince.
Unless,
this is the so called change?
Find out what His Majesty said
His Majesty was really serious, he ordered for an investigation
Jie'jie, why are you smiling?
The knife that was hanging over my head
has finally been removed
Jie'jie, what do you mean?
Since His Majesty ordered an investigation of Crown Prince's allies
it shows that he is suspicious of Crown Prince
Therefore, there is no reason for him to give me to Crown Prince
Jie'jie, I still don't understand
If what they said is true,
I am linked with two of Mongolia's great tribes
Why waste such a good advantage
on the Crown Prince
Jie'jie's reasons are good
Jie'jie, this is fate
I'll bring Jie'jie some good food
Thanks
I thought I would have to wait until next year
I never thought that now
bad news turned into good news
Looks like this time 4th prince and 8th prince worked together to attack the Crown Prince
I am only a catalyst
Imperial Father
This time Crown Prince's colluding with military officials
is an important matter
Imperial Father, Crown Prince's action
showcase his want to rebel
I am afraid that he is together with SuoEtu's henchmen
destablizing government and emperor's position
Magnolia
Why does 4th prince like magnolias?
Come back
Greetings, Fourth Prince
Rise
This hairpin looks good on you
Why did you take it out?
No reason, I thought 4th prince would laugh at me
Reason?
This magnolia hairpin,
I have kept until now
I unknowingly put it on today
Afterwards
Afterwards what?
Afterwards
Is the 4th prince willing to marry me?