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[Can't Buy Me Love]
Episode 27
You made her a longevity lock, she'll be touched.
I want Madam Loi Hei to go to the Palace.
To the Palace?
Dor Shau is handling the design, let him make arrangements for the charity sale.
He'll be thrilled to see His Majesty.
This trip to the Palace... all or nothing!
Greetings, Princess Tak Sin.
I checked for you.
The Kams will wait at the gate at nine o'clock.
Really? I'll go out early to greet Master Kam.
Did you prepare the dishes I ordered?
Yes, I have instructed the Imperial Kitchen.
Tell them to make birthday buns.
Lady Wai made it clear you're not to eat such cheap food.
Her Highness, Lady Wai.
Greetings, Lady Wai.
At ease! I heard you're having a feast tomorrow.
Yes!
Who are your guests?
I heard the Kams are coming to see Father.
They have been kind to me, so I want to see them.
That's absurd! You're a Princess.
You can't socialize with civilians.
You'll become a laughing stock!
I forbid it!
The Kams are a prominent family...
Dor Luk's wife is a confirmed impostor. She's lucky to be alive.
Who knows if she'll be content with her place?
Maybe she seeks revenge, and collaborates with the Kams to harm you.
She would never do that!
It's my duty to discipline the Princesses.
I forbid you to socialize with these lowly civilians.
You're not allowed to see them tomorrow.
I worked for them, I know they're good people.
Even Father approves, why are you--
How dare you defy me!
If you have reasons, I'll listen...
We have rules in the Palace. My word is the rule.
I'm a Princess, not a bird in a cage, and definitely not your prisoner.
I have the freedom to see old friends.
I'll go see Father right now
and see if it's against the rule to meet with old friends.
Father is a reasonable man. He'll let me see the Kams.
If you choose to be willful, you'll have to bear the consequences.
That little bitch can't be reasoned with.
I must fix her.
Don't be upset, there's plenty of time.
Greetings, Milady.
You're Wing On? Let me take a good look at you.
Yes!
How was the trip? Tiring?
Not at all. I'm here at your disposal.
I transferred you from Yizhou because I want to keep you near me.
Thank you, Milady.
After all, Mama Shum did me a huge favor.
How dare you swap my daughter!
Milady... I deserve to die.
I'll never forget what you told me.
You trusted Mama Shum. It was her honor to die for you.
I will carry on her wishes and serve you the best I can.
You must be tired from your trip. Go get some rest.
I'll take my leave now.
For this pathetic son, Mama Shum gave her life. Look after him?
I'll make sure he's properly buried!
As soon as we find out how much he knows, and if he has any proof
we can let him join his mother.
Hey, wait up!
You're too slow!
You know your brother tires easily.
If I pass out, you'll never find On Hing Palace.
All right, I'll wait for you.
There's no rush, you're already an hour early.
Don't worry, I know my way around.
Trust me, I promise you I'll take you to see what's her name.
If I knew you were so slow, I'd have come another hour earlier.
Don't worry!
This way.
No, that way. This is the way to the toilet.
Princess, perhaps we're too early.
I want to be here early to surprise them.
I brought this bottle of plum wine from Yizhou.
I just heated it up for you.
How sweet of you!
Did Mama Shum take good care of you?
Yes, but she was transferred two years ago.
Did she leave anything behind?
No, according to the Palace rule, everything was burnt after she died.
Any letters?
Not much, just regular chit chat.
Really?
Drink the wine while it's warm, Milady.
You're so cute.
You've brought me wine from afar.
I'll let you drink this cup as your reward.
I wouldn't dare.
I told you to drink it.
No excuses! It's obviously poisonous!
- Arrest him! - Come back!
You murderer!
You think you can fool me with your clever talk?
I searched your room last night.
We found poison from Zhen.
That's against the rules!
Obviously, you're trying to murder me.
You only transferred me here to kill me.
I know you want me dead. No matter where I go, I'm dead anyway.
I may as well take a chance.
I must avenge my mother!
You murdered my mother!
Fine. Have it your way.
I'll let you join your mother in Hell.
Pour the wine down his throat.
Yes, Milady.
You'll get what's coming to you.
Take it easy!
Move away! Wing On!
How dare you assassinate me!
Kill him on the spot!
You! It's your fault!
- No! - Come here!
Protect Lady Wai!
- Assassin! - Protect Lady Wai!
Are you all right?
You...
We apologize for being late!
I'm fine! At ease.
Thank you, Princess.
Greetings, Princess.
- Greetings, Princess. - At ease!
Take him away.
Have we met?
Were you in Tin Ping Village over 10 years ago?
Tin Ping Village? Yes!
It was raining, do you remember a girl with a bag of rice?
You? I gave you a longevity locket.
I sold it so my foster mother could see a doctor.
You saved her life.
It was nothing, don't mention it.
I'll never forget it.
[To Princess Tak Sin]
Princess, to make sure you're safe
Fei Yin will escort you back to your chamber.
- I'll send for a doctor. - Okay.
In case the assassin has accomplices, please allow me to escort you.
Thank you.
This way.
Dor Shau, you're here to tell the Princess how you feel about her.
She's leaving, go after her!
This is not a good time to give her the present.
Let's go see Minister Law and take care of business.
Are you giving her the locket?
- Greetings, Your Majesty. - At ease!
Thank you, Your Majesty.
I heard you saved Tak Sin from an assassin.
I have met the Princess before.
I had to protect her when she was in danger.
You have met?
I passed by Tin Ping village on a business trip.
I saw a girl moving rice in the pouring rain.
Turns out, her foster mother was sick, and they were too broke to see a doctor.
She was forced to do hard labor to support her foster mother.
I felt sorry for her, so I gave her a gold locket.
I didn't see her again when I passed by the next time.
Tak Sin has had a tough life.
But she's reunited with Your Majesty.
That's a reward for her kindness, now that her identity has been confirmed.
I'm a planning a charity sale in the capital.
The valuables are being shipped as we speak.
Among them is a bronze three-legged vessel from West Han.
I'd like to offer it to Your Majesty.
That's not necessary.
I'll buy it from you.
I won't be left behind when it comes to charity.
I thank Your Majesty on behalf of the people.
The Court will donate more than money.
I have ordered some gold vessels for the charity sale.
Here are the drawings.
Kam Dor Luk is charged with supervising the work by Kam's Gold.
This is the owner, Master Kam Dor Shau.
Master Kam is already an owner at such a young age!
You flatter me, Master Yuman.
I'll charge Minister Law with liaising with Master Yuman on the charity sale.
I have to inspect the disaster area.
Eunuch Kwok, arrange for Master Yuman to stay in the Palace.
He can meet with Minister Law and catch up with Tak Sin.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
You must find your own way or you won't get anything done.
I know what you're saying.
I tried... I came this far.
But the scenery is not what I expected.
One more player on the field.
He can't get in your way or scare you off.
Yuman Kit is not just anybody. He was Sz's benefactor.
He's ranked number one on her list of benefactors.
I'm only number seven.
Maybe it was Grandma and Mom Loi Hei's doing.
Sz made up a story to put you off.
Who knows what she's thinking?
Could you honestly live with giving up without trying?
Even if she lied to me then, you saw what happened.
Yuman Kit is a man of striking appearance.
He's a good match for Sz.
You make a good couple too.
He met her way before I did.
It's their fate that they can meet up again.
Things and people change. They may learn to get along, and fall in love.
I never made Sz any promises.
You worked day and night to make her a locket.
It's stupid to give up now.
The locket is only a replica.
The real one is in front of her.
She won't settle for a substitute.
The locket is a fake, but your love is real.
You must let her know how you feel.
I don't want you to have any regrets.
You look much better after taking the medication.
What time is it now?
It's nine o'clock at night.
What? I told you repeatedly to wake me up in an hour.
I must see the Kams.
I remember, but they came just after you fell asleep.
They left behind a box and a letter.
Was it Kam Dor Shau?
He said not to disturb you.
You're driving me crazy! Where's the letter?
'Dear Princess Tak Sin.'
'I heard about your reunion with the young man on the white horse.'
'I'm happy for you.'
'I promised to make you a longevity locket.'
'It's now finished and is enclosed.'
'It'll be perfect for your reunion.'
'I sincerely hope that Heaven will make a match for you'
'and you'll find your true love.'
'Sincerely, Kam Dor Shau.'
Such an exquisite locket!
I have a nicer one.
It has the word 'longevity' engraved on it. Where did you put it?
I have never seen it.
We haven't seen it either.
That's impossible! I always carry it with me.
Maybe you dropped it while you were running away.
It's late and cold.
You have been looking for an hour.
We should go back, and look again tomorrow.
I'm not cold, I want to keep looking.
If you catch a cold, I'll be reprimanded.
Go back and get me a cape, then I won't catch a cold.
Yes, Your Highness.
- Can you... - Don't worry, I know the way.
There it is!
Mama Cheung?
Mama Shum is like a sister to me.
She wanted me to give you a box, but you died before I could give it to you.
You took a wrong turn and will be meeting your mother in Hell.
I'm burning the box for you. Here it comes, Wing On.
What?
Mama Shum is Wing On's mother?
Princess Tak Sin!
- Mama Shum is Wing On's mother? - No, I don't know anything.
I have to go. Goodbye, Princess.
What should I do now?
Tell me what to do, Ng Sz Tak.
Tell me, Ng Sz Tak.
My foster mother named me Sz Tak so I'll observe the codes of womanhood
as well as remember the four taboos.
Don't be greedy, spiteful, deceitful, or ferocious.
I can't rely on anyone else.
- Fei Yin! - Yes, Princess?
Help me get dressed.
Father is leaving for his tour, I must see him right away.
All right!
Greetings, Princess Tak Sin.
I must see Father, please announce me.
His Majesty has just...
What is so urgent?
Greetings, Lady Wai.
- What's this? - It's a safety symbol.
Father is going to inspect a disaster area that's rugged.
I asked the gods for a symbol to wish for Father's good health and safety.
You're too late, he has already left.
I'll give this to him when he comes back.
This is for His Majesty?
You can't fool me.
I don't understand...
A cheap pouch like this is not presentable for His Majesty.
A safety symbol? You'll need it more.
If I can't give this to Father
I'd like to go to Thousand Buddha Temple
and pray for Father's safety on this trip.
I hope to get your permission.
Praying is just an excuse.
You want to go outside and play.
You're wrong about me.
Chuyun Temple is inside the Palace. You can pray in there.
I already told you, you're a Princess, not some wild flower on the road.
You must abide by the Palace rules.
Forget about frolicking outside the Palace.
You talk about praying for His Majesty's safety.
That is something for me to do.
Your job is to practice needlework at nine o'clock
study at one o'clock, and calligraphy at three o'clock.
Do what you're supposed to, and forget the rest.
Everyone must abide by the Palace rules.
You can't go out so easily once you're inside the Palace.
You'd better remember what I've said.
He's my number one benefactor.
Master Shau is number seven.
I only love the young man on the white horse.
I think about him all the time.
I even see him in my dreams.
If Heaven will let me see him again
I'll marry him, even if I can only be his mistress.
You still have the mood for flowers?
Grandma...
You should be concerned about your brother at this critical hour.
Did something happen?
Dor Luk told me Sz met her benefactor.
He's tall and dignified, with handsome features.
He's also a rich philanthropist.
He's the perfect match for Sz.
I know.
Dor Shau can't compete with him.
Dor Fook, I'm afraid he'll do something stupid.
Dor Shau is sensible, don't worry.
Keep an eye on Dor Shau, all right Dor Fook?
You're the only son, we must have a huge wedding banquet.
I think you should reserve Hei Cheuk Lau.
The government matchmaker is getting married, we should do something unique.
Such as?
Use the open area outside the town hall. You could also celebrate with civilians.
- Good idea! - That'll cost a lot of money.
You're the heir to Ting Fung Gold, you have a gold mine to back you up.
How much more could it cost?
Besides, you only do this once. You should throw a big party.
I'm not sure about my parents.
They've been dying for you to get married.
They won't mind spending a little extra to make you happy.
How about we help you out?
We'll give you a huge red packet.
I'll tell people's fortune for free as part of the celebration.
Good!
You're cold-blooded!
- Granny Kam. - Mother.
Where's your heart?
I told you not to mention Sz so Dor Shau won't think about her.
Now you're talking about wedding plans?
As your grandma, I must say something.
Dor Fook, you're the eldest but you're also the loudest.
Grandma, I'm Dor Luk.
Dor Luk? I'm talking about you.
Cat got your tongue, Dor Fook?
I'm Yau Wai...
Yau Wai? Don't tell me, you're Dor Fook.
You're so smart! You must have recovered.
Smart? I should conk you on the head.
Why are you hitting me?
You're Dor Fook, he's Dor Luk, and he's Yau Wai.
Yes!
I must have talked to Dor Shau in the garden.
I told him not to mention Sz, and that her benefactor is a much better choice.
How could I make such a mistake?
- Grandma is useless. - Here comes Dor Shau.
Yau Wai, you're here.
You came to discuss the wedding? Why didn't you come get me?
- Dor Shau. - Dor Shau.
Don't worry, nothing fazes me anymore.
I have forgotten about Sz.
You must let me plan your wedding.
Are you sure?
Kam Dor Shau is rich and polite.
Girls are lining up for me.
Dor Shau, you're my son. You don't have to hide anything from us.
You didn't forget Sz.
You left the locket without trying to see her.
You must fight for her, don't act nonchalant.
Sz is loyal and sentimental. You mustn't give up so easily.
You must fight for her.
You should give it a try.
Tell her how you feel and see what she says.
She's a Princess. It's probably too late to tell her now.
As long as your love is real, who cares what others think?
You want to wait until you're old and gray? By then it'll be too late.
Even if she chooses Yuman Kit, at least you have tried.
Grandma, what's the spirit of the Kams?
We don't need that today. He has our support, he'll get what he wants.
Good!
March into the Palace!
All right! I won't let you down.
Go for it!
I'll follow Dor Luk into the Palace And tell Sz 'I love you.'
I love you!
I don't care about the consequence.
I don't care!
The spirit of the Kams... charge ahead!
Be brave and fierce!
Yes!
You are feeling much better today.
Let's take a walk in the royal garden.
Good idea!
When I got sick in the past
a bowl of mixed-grain congee and a good night's sleep would make me well.
Since I came to the Palace, without hard labor, I'm weaker than before.
Greetings, Princess Tak Sin.
At ease.
Lady Wai heard you're not feeling well.
She sent me with her regards.
I have a cold, nothing major.
Please tell her not to worry.
She made it very clear.
If you're really sick, you should see the doctor.
You must take medication to get well.
I have a cough, I only need rest. I didn't send for the doctor.
If it's nothing major, you shouldn't have skipped your lessons.
You should still study as usual.
I'll do that tomorrow. Tell Lady Wai not to worry.
I will. I'll take my leave now.
Princess, Kam Dor Luk and Kam Dor Shau want to see you.
Send them in right away.
Yes.
Greetings, Princess Tak Sin.
At ease.
What do you want to see me for?
Since you left, Mother told me everything.
You rejected me for a reason. I was wrong about you.
I came to apologize, and seek your forgiveness.
That's all in the past.
I know you have been wronged. I never should have given up.
I should have charged ahead, despite the gossip.
I came here to find out if you still love me.
Have you forgotten about birthday buns, hawthorn juice, and walking in the rain?
I can tell you that I haven't.
The things we did and the time we had, I'll never forget until my last day.
I haven't either.
I'll always remember what Madam Loi Hei said.
Her sarcasm and harsh words.
'You're the master, I'm the maid.'
How could I possibly be worthy of you?
But now the tables have turned.
I'm in the superior position.
That's why she lets you speak your mind.
Mother is not like that!
She didn't want me to get the wrong idea. You should know that.
Of course I do.
Just like I know snobbery, and those always looking for an angle.
As a maid, I put up with sarcasm and mockery.
As a Princess, I get compliments and flattery.
I don't blame Madam Loi Hei.
If I were in her shoes, I wouldn't want my son to marry a maid either.
You're wrong about Mother.
Let me ask you... you said you still love me.
If I was still a lowly, ugly, maid, would you still love me?
I would.
Nothing you say will help. The moment is gone.
Is it because of Yuman Kit?
Yes! We love each other.
I'm a Princess and he's a rich man.
It's not just my wishful thinking anymore.
You'll find the woman you deserve.
Why don't you let go?
Now that my beloved is back, I don't need this locket. Take it back.
I finally understand. Goodbye!
I practiced day and night on needlework. What do you think?
It has the form, but not the spirit.
Compared to when you first came to the Palace, you have made great progress.
At least it's worth a look.
Thank you for your comment.
I heard you were ill earlier. Looks like you have recovered.
Yes, thanks for asking.
Mental anguish can only be cured by heartening news.
The medication I gave you at On Hing Palace came just in time.
Like your name, you did what's right, and you know how to cater to me.
You know I don't want you to socialize with the Kams
and you made the right decision to sever ties with them.
You finally came to your senses.
I know that's all in the past. It's impossible to go back.
Like you said, one should look ahead.
If you act according to my wishes, and watch what you say and do
life in the Palace can be very pleasant.
There's so much for me to learn. You must watch out for me.
Father has been away for over 10 days. When is he coming back?
What's so urgent that you must see him?
I want to show Father the mandarin ducks.
You have a long way to go before you can show him this.
Put it away and wait.
Grandma is missing!
- Well? - She's not in the toilet.
- Nowhere. - Not in my room.
My pearl hairpins are... still there.
She's nowhere in the house. Where did she go?
She's hiding because she's unhappy.
Why is she unhappy?
Because of her illness?
She thinks she's to blame because Dor Shau failed to win back Sz.
She blames herself for goading him when he was rebuffed.
She didn't expect him to come home heart-broken.
She feels guilty when she sees Dor Shau.
It's because of me! I'm so useless.
Don't mope!
Remember what Grandma told us?
The spirit of the Kams... there are no bad guys.
We all urged you to speak to Sz.
I should be blamed, I took you to the Palace.
Grandma feels guilty because she's ill.
This is no time to find fault with anyone.
The key is to find Grandma.
Should we report this to the authorities?
Let's go.
Madam Loi Hei.
Master Yau Wai and Ngan Ping brought Granny Kam home.
They're in the living room.
Really?
- Grandma, where were you? - Mother, where have you been?
- You had us worried sick. - That's right!
I went out because I had something to do.
Why would you be worried?
You should tell us to do it for you, or at least go with you.
That's right!
Yau Wai, why was Grandma with you?
Ngan Ping and I were shopping for fabric and we ran into Granny Kam.
We were wondering why she was alone.
She said she wanted to see Yau Wai but couldn't find his office.
We escorted her home.
She couldn't tell us why she wanted to see me.
Old people are forgetful.
Your brains work better. Help me remember what I was thinking.
Yau Wai is such a bore.
Definitely not for whoring, gambling, drinking, or smoking.
Yau Wai is not picky with food, definitely not to eat with him.
Yau Wai is as straight as an arrow. What would Grandma want with him?
You make it sound like I'm useless.
You don't have to be so honest.
After all, he's a state appointed official.
A government matchmaker, no less.
If I'm not mistaken, Grandma wanted a match.
A match?
Yes, that's why I went to Yau Wai.
I want him to help Dor Shau find someone better than Sz.
Don't worry about me, Grandma.
Yau Wai already tried to find me a match.
Really?
After I get married, I'll help Dor Shau find his match.
Don't worry, Grandma.
I thought I had just thought of something to do.
Now I can't remember what it is.
You can play games.
Dor Luk, since when do you like to gamble?
Stop trying to make me, it wears me down.
Dor Fook, you're such a pain, making me practice calligraphy.
My wrist is sore.
Dor Luk, you make me practice Tai chi.
My legs are going limp.
All of you are trying to make me do things.
You're making me dizzy.
I don't care anymore! Leave me alone!
I don't have the time or mood for you.
No more calligraphy.
- Grandma. - Mother.
Are you all right, Princess?
I'm fine.
Your needlework has improved, but you keep pricking yourself today.
If you're tired, you should get some rest.
Maybe I didn't sleep well last night. I feel a bit agitated.
What is it, Dan Yee?
Don't make such a fuss, you'll disturb the Princess.
My jade pendant came loose, please forgive me.
Did you break the jade Buddha?
Is it very expensive?
No money can buy another one...
Eunuch Hon bought it for us to exorcise evil spirits.
It was blessed by a monk. I have one too.
Exorcise evil spirits?
Evil things are happening lately.
Several eunuchs and maids have died.
They were drowned or died of sickness.
The weirdest thing is they were all friends with Mama Shum.
- Eunuch Choi, Siu Lingtzi. - Siu Lin and her best friend, Mama Cheung.
Mama Cheung is dead?
I don't believe in the rumors. I think someone is spreading fallacies.
Just like Wing On was poisoned. He didn't even know Mama Shum.
Mama Shum is like a sister to me.
I'm burning the box for you.
Here it comes, Wing On.
- Wing On is Mama Shum's son? - Princess Tak Sin!
Mama Shum is Wing On's mother?
Are you all right? You look awful!
Stop right there!
I'm talking to you, stop!
I'm glad I found you.
Master Yuman! Why are you out so late?
I can't sleep and wanted to go to the library, but I got lost.
Eunuch Ng had to look for me, sorry.
The library is over that way.
This way is to Hing On Gate where you exit the Palace.
Thank you.
Let's go.
Why are you in disguise?
If I'm not mistaken, you wish to sneak out?
If you don't want to tell me, I won't make you.
It's not that I don't trust you.
People within the Palace are treacherous.
I don't want to get you in trouble.
I feel bad to see you so perplexed.
If you wish, I'm willing to listen.
You helped me before with money
but the predicament I face now cannot be resolved with money.
I don't want to endanger you. I hope you'll understand.
Are you all right, Milady?
Have some tea, Milady.
Drink some tea. You've been having nightmares.
Maybe you're haunted by spirits.
Nonsense! A few dead minions are not enough to disturb me.
That's absurd! They're minions in this life
and they still obey me when they're dead.
But the nightmares are not good.
I dreamt of that little bitch, Chiu Yeung.
I won't rest until she's dead.
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