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[Lost Love In Times]
[Episode 33]
Your Highness.
Where have you been?
Have you been to the palace to see the emperor of Wei?
What did they say?
It took us such a long time.
We made such a huge effort.
They said that a princess consort will be selected and yet no answer is given!
What is this about?
Do they think that the princess of A-Chai will come at their beck and call?
There was an accident in the military drill.
Prince Ji had just passed away.
This isn't the time to discuss such matters.
Your Highness was nearly harmed during the drill.
Wei State has yet to give us an answer!
Now, they are still using it as an excuse?
Your Highness.
Will you still choose to believe in them?
They were the ones who suggested the marital bond
but now they made up excuses and keep stalling it!
How about the dignity of A-Chai Tribe?
I know what to do about this matter.
You need not say anything more about it.
Fine, just answer me this.
Do you still regard yourself as the princess of A-Chai Tribe?
Will you return to A-Chai Tribe with me or not?
Don't forget your own identity.
Although we grew up together
I am still the princess of A-Chai Tribe!
It's because you're a princess that I've given in to you all this time.
You once said...
You see me as an older brother.
When have you ever seen any older brothers put up with
seeing their sisters suffer such a grievance
and yet did nothing about it?
But I don't think that I'm aggrieved.
I feel aggrieved for you.
Since the very first day we arrived in Wei State
Yuan Ling never took you seriously!
Yet you had given in to Wei State all because of him
and succumbed to their every decision!
What now?
It came to such that our princess of A-Chai Tribe
had become so lowly and inferior in the presence of Wei State.
This marital bond will decide how A-Chai Tribe's future would be.
I'm doing this for A-Chai Tribe!
If you really cared for A-Chai Tribe, you'd head home with me now!
Even without Wei State's support
I can risk my life to defend A-Chai Tribe!
You made it sound so simple.
When Liang State's army comes charging in
can you really protect A-Chai Tribe?
All in all...
Your Highness still doesn't trust me?
It seems that Your Highness is keen on... staying here in Wei State.
If I head home now, all our efforts will be in vain.
Once Liang State learns of my return, they might immediately--
You won't leave?
I will.
Mukesha!
Whether you trust me or not...
I will fulfill the promise that I have made to you.
Che!
Zhan?
Where are you rushing off to in such a hurry?
Zhan, you might not be aware of it.
Since the princess consort selection, Cai Qian has been having mood swings.
She's been asking for roast goose all the time.
I'm afraid that roast goose will be sold out today.
I have to go get it for her.
- Zhan, I'll get going. - Hold on.
You're such a silly lad.
You only make efforts but you don't think it through.
Do you know what Cai Qian really thinks?
Zhan, what do you mean?
You're right.
Perhaps, it isn't just you but that
Cai Qian also doesn't know what she truly wants.
That silly lass, Cai Qian doesn't have much on her mind.
I can read her mind at a glance.
Anyone can tell what she truly thinks.
I grew up with her.
I'm afraid that I understand her even better than anyone else.
Do you really think that she'd only marry Ling?
Zhan...
This is really making me confused.
She even kicked up a fuss at your manor because of the selection.
I know very well of her feelings for Ling.
- What about your feelings for her? - I--
I just want her to be happy.
A block of wood.
Answer me. Are you truly serious about Cai Qian?
Zhan...
Would you like to know what Cai Qian really feels?
Silly Che?
Silly Che!
Che--
Ling.
Is Che here in your manor?
Aren't you always followed around by that Silly Che?
Why have you come searching for him in my manor?
No, it's because he's either clinging on to me or you.
I haven't seen him around for two days.
So I came to your manor to try my luck.
I also haven't seen him for a few days.
Could he be in the army?
I don't think so.
Why are you in such a hurry to find him?
Actually...
It's nothing urgent.
It's just that I didn't get the roast goose from him for two days.
I haven't seen him for two days.
I find it a bit strange.
I can't help you with this.
Che finally figured it out.
He knows how to play hard to get.
The years he's spent with me have finally paid off.
Zhan...
Cai Qian hasn't had roast goose from me for two days.
If this continues, I reckon that she would tear down the roof.
It's only been two days.
What's the hurry?
Keep her waiting.
Zhan, it isn't as if you don't know that judging by Cai Qian's personality
if no one cheers her up, I'm afraid that she would--
Do you believe in me or not?
Zhan, I definitely believe in you.
But...
Just give it two more days.
She will come looking for you.
I still have to wait two more days?
Fine, if you don't wish to know what Cai Qian truly feels
you can go to her right now.
The Heavenly Capital of Wei State is really big.
I've searched through all the inns and restaurants.
I finally found my way here.
Right now, my legs are so sore that they don't seem to be mine.
Your Highness.
You've been looking for me?
Mukesha, I'm sorry.
I've acted willfully this time.
Be it for our country or myself, I don't wish to have any regrets.
Mukesha, do you know?
It's already very hard to come by someone in one's life who shares
similar capacity in intelligence and skills in martial arts.
Moreover, this person is so impressive that you're in awe of him.
He's worthy of your respect and love.
That's even harder and rarer.
I've met such a person now.
That's why I don't wish to miss out on him.
That's my personal reason.
In terms of state affairs...
The current A-Chai Tribe is formed by many different clans.
We have neither enough armed forces nor a cohesive force.
Once Liang State wages war upon us
we both know very well that we don't stand a chance at all!
At most, we could only die defending our city.
However, if we all ended up dead
who will protect our people and cattle?
Mukesha.
Could you wait here with me for just a while longer?
Now that I'm away from home...
You're the only one I can rely on.
Are you done talking?
Let's go.
When Your Highness wishes to head home to A-Chai Tribe
inform me any time.
However long it takes, I'll wait for you.
I've summoned you over to discuss about
the personnel arrangements in the imperial court next year.
It's the basics of a nation to allocate human resources.
I'd like to know about your opinions.
Ling, you can go first.
Father, I think that since Great Wei was first founded
our lands and imperial court have long been manipulated by the nobility.
However, the nobility abused their authority and ownership of the lands.
They made no improvements, accepted bribes and broke the law.
None are worthy of being held in high regard.
I boldly suggest Father to open up new ways to recruit talent.
Give the humble scholars a chance.
These scholars of humble parentage had no chance in offering their services.
If given a chance, they will surely sacrifice their lives for the nation.
This can also put an end to the corrupted trend set by the nobility.
Father, what Ling just said is very reasonable.
However, I find this move a bit too aggressive.
Although we have some savings in our treasury at the moment
most of our lands, salt trails, and things related to the nation's reign
are still in the hands of the nobility.
If they suffer a loss in their benefits
it's likely that they will stir up a riot.
Crown Prince, what is your opinion?
Father, both my younger brothers have made sensible suggestions.
It's just that in comparison
instead of taking a revolutionary approach in a short frame of time
it's better to educate others by promoting studies.
Be it humble scholars or the nobility
they could all be recruited by the imperial court.
Crown Prince is benevolent.
However, if we only rely on education to reform the system
I'm afraid Great Wei can't afford to wait that long.
Not to mention that such corruption is already showing in the system.
If we don't reform in time, our nation will fall just as
a long dike will collapse because of an ant-hole in it.
Besides, 20 years ago, Father and Minister Feng recruited many talents
through the recommendation system.
This is what brought upon the prosperity of Great Wei now.
The times have changed.
The political situation was unstable then and there was much to be done.
Yet now, our priority is to appease and pacify our people.
- But Father-- - Drop it.
I have already made a decision.
Zhan.
You'll assist Crown Prince in managing the state affairs.
Ling.
You've spent years on conquests.
You don't know the political environment well enough.
You should just manage Black Armor Army well.
Don't bother asking after political issues from now on.
You may step down now.
Yes, Father.
There are more and more homeless refugees.
I'd ask The Mages to help settle them down in villages around Heavenly Capital.
What you just said should have been done by the imperial court.
Who knew that The Mages and Muyuan Hospital have to worry about it?
It doesn't matter who takes care of it as long as someone does.
You're right.
Just do what we can.
At least the refugees in Heavenly Capital now have a shelter from the cold.
I'll send over more medicinal herbs tomorrow.
Epidemic diseases are most feared in places where refugees gather.
We'd have to be more cautious.
You still know me best.
Do you feel better now?
What do you mean?
It's because I know you too well!
[Muyuan Hospital]
You must be tired?
Why don't have some time and take a short break?
There's no need for that yet.
I'll finish counting these first.
I'll go and get you some tea.
I heard that Feng family is in charge of raising funds for disaster relief.
I wonder how Your Ladyship is doing with the fundraising?
Your Highness, what do you mean?
It's nothing.
I'm here to make a donation out of my admiration for you.
I wonder how Your Ladyship intends to repay me?
Your Highness--
Luan Fei, take a look at the records for me.
I'll be right back.
Zhan!
Is Che in your manor?
Che loves spending time with Ling.
Why would you look for him here in my manor?
No, Ling told me that Che is always here in your manor these days.
He's not at Ling's.
I remember it now.
I've asked Che for some help because of the flooding.
Where is he now?
I--
He already left after I've given him the instructions.
I wouldn't know where he's gone off to afterwards.
I wonder where Silly Che has gone to.
I haven't seen him for days.
Your Highness, be patient.
He used to follow you around and cheer you up all the time.
But how have you treated him?
How have I treated him?
I just talk a bit loudly.
He hasn't been around these days.
I find it quite strange.
You find it strange?
It's right that you find it strange.
When you figure out what you think, you'd be able to find him.
Why do you talk so weirdly today?
Forget it. I'll look for him elsewhere.
Brother-in-law...
The military drill didn't go as planned.
Father has begun to suspect me.
We can't keep waiting.
What is it that you want?
If you would have me do your bidding, I could risk my life to get it done.
You really...
You really would even sacrifice your life for me?
As long as you want it, I'd give it to you willingly.
However, nothing ventured, nothing gained.
We have to make one risky move.
How could I bear to take your life?
However...
I want him dead.
Don't worry, Brother-in-law.
As long as it is what you want...
I'll surely bring it to you.
We followed Prince Ming all the way and found that he went into Feng Manor.
He's really gone to meet Luan Fei.
It seems that they certainly will make a move soon.
We must also be prepared for it.
Would it be too risky?
Prince Ming and Luan Fei had also secretly planned
to harm Crown Prince sooner or later even if I lure them into my plot.
Instead of coming up with solutions after they get into trouble
we might as well take control of the whole situation.
We never expected Feng Luan Fei to be utterly devoted to Prince Ming
and do his every bidding.
Judging by Prince Ming's ruthlessness
I'm afraid Luan Fei will be in grave danger this time.
Luan Fei.
Your Highness.
I've kept you waiting.
Luan Fei...
What are you upset about?
Is it that our relationship--
Your Highness...
I have sinned.
Could it be...
We have a child?
Yes.
Our child... is in me.
But...
If it is so... We can't keep our relationship a secret anymore.
We have strict laws.
If an imperial female officer is engaged in a romantic relationship...
She is bound to one ending.
I definitely know the consequences.
All in all...
Death is imminent.
Luan Fei, this is perhaps the only opportunity for us.
Your Highness, you mean...
I'll be here for you.
I won't allow anything to happen to you or our unborn child.
Your Highness, are you going to take me away with you?
If you live, I shall live.
Even if only death awaits us, we--
If Your Highness has made up your mind
I'm willing to live and die with you.
This is...
The crown prince of Great Wei would give up his position as the heir apparent
just for the sake of a female imperial officer.
I've made such an effort to raise and mentor him for 20 some years.
He took over the Imperial Army at the age of 15.
He assisted me in handling state affairs since he turned 18.
When he turned 20, he took charge of 20 major cities outside the capital.
Hao...
How much worse could you possibly make me look?
Please appease your anger, Father.
Perhaps Hao had no choice but to do so?
He has no choice but to do so?
What could be more important than the nation that I would leave to him?
I'm afraid we'd only find out the true reason behind this when we find Hao.
At the moment...
Let's find Hao first.
Ling.
I command you to set out with the Black Armor Army right away
to bring back this useless son of mine!
Yes, Father.
Hold on.
Just bring him back safely.
He must not be harmed.
Yes, Father.
Go now.
Father still treats Hao differently from the rest of us.
Once we go through this mountain, we can take to the river.
Then we'll keep heading east.
Your Highness.
You left behind a letter upon your departure.
It must be hectic in the palace now.
His Majesty would never let us off.
Don't worry.
Since I've made a decision, I came up with ways to cope with it.
The heir apparent...
Everyone desires it and yet can't have it.
Yet for me, Your Highness--
If I could exchange that for a lifetime with you
I'd willingly give up the sovereignty for you.
This is weird. If we go further south, we will enter Liang State's territory.
Where exactly is His Highness going?
- Father? - Qing Chen!
This is...
Why are you in such a panic?
It's Luan Fei!
She dares to leave behind a letter and left the palace with Crown Prince.
His Majesty flew into a fury!
We're both summoned to the palace now.
Go and get ready.
I'll head out now and you are to catch up soon.
Yes.
Be very careful with your words and actions before His Majesty.
This is outrageous!
She abducted the Crown Prince!
Is Feng family going against Heaven?
Your Majesty, I've failed to discipline my daughter.
Hence, Luan Fei committed such a grave sin!
Please punish me, Your Majesty.
A few of my sons might be ruined in your hands!
They are all just as worrying!
Listen up!
Should anything happen to Crown Prince, you don't have to ask for punishment.
Just send me your head!
I'm terribly sorry, Your Majesty!
Your Majesty, please appease your anger.
Since Crown Prince eloped with Luan Fei
he must have made plans in advance as this is a matter of life and death.
Judging by Crown Prince's personality
it's best to bring him back and talk him around.
If he feels cornered, I'm afraid that he'd risk his life to protect Luan Fei.
How can Luan Fei's life be compared to Crown Prince's?
Crown Prince's invaluable life is surely the most important of all.
However, where love is concerned, one doesn't act rationally.
Crown Prince only took to such means because
Luan Fei is a female imperial officer.
If we are to bring Crown Prince back safely
we must ensure the safety of Luan Fei first.
Would you have me pardon her actions?
It's Your Majesty's gracious act whether you pardon her or not.
Your Majesty, please allow me to head over there
to persuade Crown Prince and Luan Fei.
I'll come up with a way to bring them back to the palace.
Set out right now.
You must bring Crown Prince back!
Yes, Your Majesty!
Thank you, Your Majesty.
There's news from Wei State's palace.
Crown Prince Hao has eloped with Minister Feng's daughter, Luan Fei.
They have eloped?
The palace of Wei is in great chaos now.
Should we send this news back to A-Chai Tribe?
If we send this news back home
I'm afraid it would only be used by some others.
My brother has yet to hold the government steady in his hands.
We must not make it worse for him.
However, this is a good chance for Prince Kualu to uphold his prestige.
Crown Prince of Wei State gave up his position of heir apparent.
Wei State is embroiled in internal conflicts.
If Prince Kualu leads our army to press on the border now
he can use this chance to seize the city to take the throne.
Why not?
You think that it's such an easy feat?
Don't forget that Prince Ling is still in command of Wei State's army.
In the face of the Black Armor Army
there's a huge price to pay for invading their city and lands.
One single mistake could bring great disaster upon us.
My brother would only be in a more difficult position back in A-Chai.
Moreover, only by joining forces with Wei State
could A-Chai Tribe tackle Liang State.
If we attack Wei State recklessly and fall out with them
wouldn't we give Liang State a chance to take both states down one by one?
However, Wei State now faces foreign invasion and internal conflicts.
How can they be our ally?
We might as well...
Join forces with Liang State.
Wipe out Wei State.
Definitely not.
Liang State is greedy and cruel.
Once Wei State is diminished, A-Chai Tribe will be the next!
Although Wei State is in a mess right now
they still remain our only and most reliable ally.
Halt!
Your Highness, we'll enter Liang State if we keep going.
The Imperial Army is not to leave our nation unauthorized.
Your Highness, please give us further instructions.
Where should we be heading now?
Your Highness, how could you--
How could Your Highness give up your title as Crown Prince
to seek refuge in another state?
I have thought this through long and hard.
This is the only way to keep Luan Fei safe.
Your Highness.
Judging by the sound of the march
it must be Prince Ling's Black Armor Army.
Zhang Shu, it's too late now to say otherwise.
Whatever happens, they are not to take Luan Fei back to the palace!
Your Highness, get on the carriage first.
We'll take the smaller path to avoid meeting Black Armor Army.
All right.
Greetings, Prince Ling and Prince Che.
Have you spotted the Imperial Army?
Yes, the commander of the Imperial Army, Zhang Shu is leading the army
to escort Crown Prince all the way.
Ling, it is as you expected.
They are already prepared for it.
This is what has been worrying me.
Father has made a decree to have you bring Hao back no matter what.
However, judging by the current situation...
I'm afraid no one could see this coming.
Crown Prince is escorted by the Imperial Army.
If we get into a fight with them, it will put us in a tight spot.
General, Prince Ling and Prince Che are leading the army personally.
They already have us surrounded.
Black Armor Army indeed.
They move so swiftly.
We still couldn't outrun them.
Your Highness.
Now that the Black Armor Army is here, we won't be able to escape.
You should take me back to the palace.
Just say that...
Just say that I've seduced you.
Even if His Majesty is outraged
he'd still come to a reconciliation out of kinship.
Once we make it out of Yong Prefecture
we could then be free and rid ourselves of anyone's control.
Your Highness, don't go against His Majesty.
We could never truly get away.
Even if Father doesn't punish me
you and our child would never be spared.
In my mind, you're already my wife.
As a man, if I can't even protect my own wife and child
how am I still fit to be the crown prince of Great Wei?
- Crown Prince. - Ling.
Don't. Why would you still bow to me now that it has come to such?
If you still regard me as your eldest brother
we'll just address each other as brothers.
Hao, what are you saying?
A day as brothers, we remain brothers for life.
Whether you're the crown prince or not
you'll always be our eldest brother!
Father has specially instructed us to bring you home safe and sound.
What about Luan Fei?
Once she returns to the palace, only death awaits her.
Che and I will plead on her behalf to have Father spare her life.
Not all hope is lost.
Ling, you should understand.
According to the law of Great Wei, Luan Fei must be sentenced to death.
Luan Fei and I are both aware of this in the first place.
However...
We still ended up like this today.
However, I don't regret it.
It's because this is the first time I've ever made my own decision.
We can't defy Father's orders.
Hao, I don't think that you have any other choice this time.
Ling...
Che...
Do you know where the coldest place in this world is?
The fickleness of human nature...
If we are to look into it, it's just as chilling everywhere.
Hao, why would you fuss over it?
However, in the East Palace of the crown prince
it's so chilling that it's like a sharp blade.
Hao, you're right.
Yet if East Palace loses its master...
those with ulterior motives would stoop to any means to seize it.
For the sake of our brothers' harmony
you have to remain safe and sound.
Ling...
You still have a chance to choose your beloved.
But as for me...
I can't even keep Luan Fei alive now.
Luan Fei is after all Minister Feng's daughter.
If Minister Feng speaks up--
Minister Feng can't save her.
Now...
Only you can protect her.
Hao... If you really wish for us to fulfill your wish
I'll do my best to help you.
If we set Luan Fei free against Father's wishes, judging by his temper...
Ling--
This is Hao's only request.
For the sake of our brother, what have we got to fear?
Ling!
As long as Luan Fei gets to leave to ensure that she and our child are safe
I'll head back to the palace with you right away
to seek punishment from Father.
However, if we do so, you might never get to see them again.
We'll live apart from each other, never to meet again.
It's still better than being separated by death.
This is all I can do for her.
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