Episode 74
How come you all talked for so long inside?
The empress dowager kept asking and I kept answering her.
How did it go? -It went well at first.
But, I think I made the empress dowager unhappy...
...and she told me to leave.
What did you all talk about? - Just household management.
But, I accidentally said something in the...
"pro-revolution flyer and the empress dowager...
...suddenly looked upset.
What did you say? -"The people are the...
...foundation of a country."
Zhou Ying, you're so lucky.
Eunuch Cui, please tell us about it.
The empress dowager ordered to grant you donkey-hide gelatin.
This is her favourite thing.
She won't easily gift it to someone at a time like this.
This shows how much she likes you.
The empress dowager and emperor also praised you...
...for your eloquence and charisma.
They are talking about granting you a title now.
You'll receive the decree in a few days.
Thank you, Eunuch Cui.
Don't thank me. Thank the empress dowager and emperor.
You made it. -What's the matter?
What a close call.
What were you worried about?
Your temper.
Mr. Zhao, the emperor and empress dowager summoned you.
Zhao Bai Shi may now enter!
Greetings, Your Highness. Greetings, Your Majesty.
Rise.
What is your suggestion concerning the peace negotiation?
If we don't severely punish the person responsible...
...the westerners won't let this matter slide.
The court will face a lot of problems.
That person is responsible for this humiliating disaster.
He does deserve death.
But, the court has never executed a prince royal before.
However, dismissing and confining him...
...won't satisfy the westerners.
Your Highness, I have another thing to show you.
Look. The Ministry of Revenue even became his personal wallet.
He deserves death.
Keep this a secret for now.
When we pass by Bianliang on our way back...
...I'll tell you what to do.
Yes, Your Highness.
Thank you.
What are the "heaven", "earth", "people", "god"...
...and "demon" in Tao Zhu's "Five Business Principles"?
"Heaven" means following the trend.
“Earth“ means credible establishment.
"People" means compassion.
"God" means decisiveness and courage.
"Demon" means tricks and flexibility.
Tell me. Why is "demon" the last one?
I don't know.
In business, tricks aren't so important.
Opportunity, credibility, honour and determination...
...are more important.
Brother Bai Shi. -Uncle Bai Shi.
Huai Xian, you need to go out.
I've something very important to say to your mother.
What's the matter?
I'll tell you the good news first.
The empress dowager decided to get rid of the prince.
The decree will be issued in a few days.
That's great. The innocent deceased...
...can finally rest in peace.
But, the second matter is more serious.
What happened?
Someone saw Shen Xing Yi on the street.
Did he contact you?
He won't appear in Jingyang for no reason...
...at a time like this.
You think he came for me?
If that's the case, I wouldn't be so worried.
He might be here for the empress dowager and emperor.
The empress dowager and emperor.
I received news that they are planning to...
...assassinate the empress dowager and emperor.
Shen Xing Yi is one of the core members in this mission.
Sister Ying, this is a serious matter.
Don't be reckless.
If you've any clue of Shen Xing Yi's whereabouts...
...you must inform me immediately.
If the empress dowager gets hurt in the east mansion...
...you, me, Huai Xian...
...and hundreds of Wu Family's household members...
...will all be executed.
"What is the study of physics?"
"It is the study of motions and their surroundings."
"Why is motion a matter of physics?"
"Physics determines the motion of an object."
Huai Xian, what are you studying lately?
"Calculation in Physics, "Summary of Physics"...
...and "Introduction to Physics".
Alright. Go back with me. I can test you.
You know physics? -No.
How do you test me then? -I have my own way.
Let's go.
Mother.
Go with your uncle. -Alright.
I'll send Huai Xian back tomorrow...
...after the departure of the empress dowager and emperor.
Alright.
Even if you're not worried about yourself...
...you need to protect Huai Xian.
Believe it or not, I'll whip you to death.
Whip me then. I'll be impressed if you can stand up.
L---
What do you want? -Exercise my right as your master.
Let go of me! Scoundrel!
Do you want to die?
Stop her!
As long as I'm alive...
...you can stay with Shen Family forever.
Forever?
Stop right there! -Sir.
These are the vegetables the kitchen needs.
You may pass. -Thank you, sir.
I wonder if Huai Xian is alright...
...at Mr. Zhads place.
It's just for one night.
But, I'm still worried.
Don't worry.
You may go to bed.
Don't worry about Huai Xian and sleep well.
He'll be back tomorrow morning. -Alright.
Good. The empress dowager and emperor are leaving tomorrow.
We won't have to keep vigil anymore.
We don't know what the new place is like.
If it's full of doors like this mansion...
...we'll still have to stay up.
I knew it.
You were waiting for me?
I've been waiting for you.
Are you here to assassinate the empress dowager and emperor?
Yes.
I'm sorry.
I've decided to sacrifice myself for greater good.
Do you know...
...how many guards...
...are protecting them in this mansion?
I know.
You won't succeed. - Whatever it is, I must try.
You'll die.
I'm prepared to sacrifice myself.
Xing Yi.
You can sacrifice...
...me and yourself for the revolution.
But, you can't sacrifice others.
Xing Yi.
You can do it anywhere...
...but not in the east mansion.
CM and Guangxu have armed guards.
Once they enter the Forbidden City...
...I'll lose my chance entirely.
So, Wu Family's east mansion...
...is the best place for assassination.
If you do it in the east mansion...
...Wu Family will be subjected to...
...Nine Familial Extermination.
Zhao Bai Shi has learnt of your return.
He told me to report to him if I see you.
He's even holding Huai Xian hostage.
Don't worry. I've a plan.
I won't harm you and Huai Xian...
...or anyone in the east mansion.
What plan?
Mr. Zhao.
If you nod off again, I will have you executed.
I won't do it again.
Xing Yi, don't sacrifice yourself.
I beg of you.
Death isn't scary.
Death of the country and nation is the scary one.
Sister Ying, are you awake?
I'm going to bed soon. -Are you alright?
I'm alright. You should rest early too.
Alright. See you.
Zhou Ying.
I'm sorry.
Xing Yi.
It's not too late to leave yet.
You didn't even ask about Huai Xian.
So, I know something isn't right.
Zhao Bai Shi.
Close the door.
What?
Close the door.
Xing Yi.
Put down your sword.
Take me their rooms.
Shoot then.
Don't shoot.
If you shoot, you can't get away.
Don't think you all are the only fearless ones.
You know the corruption of Qing Dynasty...
...even better than me.
Is it worth it to serve a court like this?
You're an educated person too.
How can you forget loyalty to the king and patriotism?
The loyalty you speak of...
...is blind loyalty...
...and the patriotism you speak of...
...will only harm the country.
We have chosen different paths.
Say no more. Shoot.
Brother Bai Shi.
Please spare Xing Yi.
I told you that...
...if I ever run into him again...
...I won't spare him.
But, he has a pistol.
Am I a coward? -But, I don't want you to die.
I don't want to lose another family member.
Xing Yi, please don't put Brother Bai Shi in a dilemma.
I know him. He'll sacrifice his life to...
...stop you from assassinating the empress dowager and emperor.
If you insists, on top of failing to assassinate...
...you'll get both yourself and Brother Bai Shi killed.
Xing Yi, I beg of you.
I beg of you. Brother Bai Shi, I beg of you.
I've never begged you. This is the only time.
Spare Xing Yi. I beg of you.
Stop right there! Who are you?
Capture the assassin!
Guards!
Stop right there! -Capture the assassin!
Now, I'll...
...send the guards and soldiers away.
Leave from where you came in.
Leave, Xing Yi.
Assassin! Protect Mr. Zhao! -I'll go to that side!
The four of you will stay here! -Yes!
Protect Mr. Zhao! -Yes!
Report!
Mr. Zhao!
Bad news, Mr. Zhao! An assassin came in!
Capture the assassin! -If there's an assassin...
...you all should be protecting the empress dowager and emperor!
Hurry! Capture the assassin! Protect the empress and emperor!
Hurry! This way! -Hurry!
Hurry! -Hurry!
Capture the assassin!
Stop him!
Stop right there! -Capture the assassin!
Stop right there! -Sir!
Don't move!
Wu Ze?
Leave this to me!
Hurry! Surround this place!
What are you doing here?
I came to save the emperor.
You're a member of Wu Family.
How can you come here to assassinate?
This is my only chance to save the emperor.
I can't be bothered.
Wu Ze, you...
Zhao Bai Shi, let me out.
Once I kill that old witch...
...the emperor's power will be restored...
...and we'll all be saved.
Hurry! Surround this place!
Do you hear that? Do you think you can get out?
I can fight.
Fight? Once you go out, you'll either be killed or caught.
You're the eldest son of Wu Family.
Do you know what crime you are committing?
The entire Wu Family and hundreds of household members...
...will be executed. -We can't let that can't happen.
None of us can escape.
Do we charge in? -No! Mr. Zhao is still inside!
Guard all exits! Tell Team 1 and Team 2 to come!
The rest will protect the emperor! -Yes!
I've an idea.
What are you doing, Shen Xing Yi?
Xing Yi.
What are you doing?
Xing Yi, don't go.
You can't escape!
Charge! The assassin is here!
Stop right there!
After him! -He's hurt! He can't get away!
Farewell to the empress dowager and emperor!
How many years have you been widowed?
Your Highness, I've been a widow for 14 years.
I've been a widow for 39 years.
Depart!
Mother!
What do you plan to do next?
I don't know yet.
Shen Xing Yi sacrificed his life...
...to save you and hundreds of household members of Wu Family.
I hope you will treasure this life of yours...
...and your family...
...so that Shen Xing Yi's sacrifice...
...isn't in vain.
What about you? Do you still plan to...
...continue to wade in this mud pit?
Honestly, I don't know what I might do in the future.
But, I've already chosen this path.
I can only walk on.
Good bye.
Take care.
The crown prince was demoted.
Zaiyi and his son were banished to Xinjiang.
Brother Bai Shi, I have a question.
If the empress dowager...
...was assassinated in the east mansion that day...
...what would you do with Huai Xian?
I would raise Huai Xian as my own son.
Mother. Uncle Bai Shi.
I'm boarding the ship. This is the one.
Go.
Mother.
I'm leaving.
What's wrong, mother?
My life is full of farewells.
Wu Pin, my father-in-law...
...my father...
...and him.
Now, I've to bid farewell to you.
Mother, you can rest assured. I'm not like them.
I'll come back.
Come back soon.
Mother, 2 years will pass very soon.
I believe that I will be different by then.
China will be different as well.
I'll wait for you.
Mother. Uncle Bai Shi. Goodbye.
Go.