[ Episode 4 ]
8th Prince.
You have been here for some time already. Why do you still not know the proper etiquette?
♫ Time is like a shuttle which just passed by but comes back right away ♫
♫ Feeling is like silk that we're unaware of how entangled it has become ♫
♫ Weave a piece of glamorous ornamentation ♫
♫ With both of our deep loves ♫
Don't move. Let me teach you how.
♫ this love-sickness to someone ♫
♫ Idling and circling around, it then was too late to pluck the dawn blossoms by dusk ♫ - Correct.
♫ Searching and looking, living as if intoxicated or dreaming for another lifetime ♫
♫ Do you still remember our past lifetime's promise? ♫
♫ Wanted to say them but can't put out any words ♫
♫ I hate that when we meet, we won't recognize each other ♫
Are you getting used to being here?
How are you eating and sleeping?
Does anyone bully you?
No one... I'm doing well.
You must remember that it's now different from before.
You are now just a lowly maidservant.
People in this 8th Prince Manor are unpredictable. They fight both openly and covertly. You must not be reckless.
You must remember the words I told you earlier.
Oh, okay.
What's the heck is going on here?
He clearly was so mean to me earlier, so why was he being so gentle with me just now?
♫ Searching and looking, living as if intoxicated or dreaming for another lifetime ♫
♫ Do you still remember our past lifetime's promise? Wanted to say them ♫
If you don't want it to be over, then don't move.
♫ I hate that when we meet, we won't recognize each other ♫
♫ I'm willing to ♫
He has to be Mo Lian Cheng. He must be.
Could it be because I rejected him before when he mistook me for another person,
he developed a grudge and is purposely getting back at me now?
It seems like I need to come up with a plan.
I asked you to enter the Palace because I want to warn you about some things.
The exile of Qu Jiang Lin must be a plot devised by Royal Consort Dugu.
Minister Qu was after all a seasoned official of the Court.
You must treat his family well. His Second Daughter has been sent to your manor.
You must not make her do any hard labor, and you should grant her a higher supervisory position.
Royal Grandmother, there is one thing I do not understand.
It's enough to spare her from hard labor,
so why must I still grant her a higher status?
I have my reasons. You don't need to ask more.
I understand. I will take my leave now.
Mo Lian Cheng! Mo Lian Cheng!
I'm sorry. I was blind before not to have recognized how great you are.
Once there was a very genuine love in front of me, but I didn't cherish it.
If the heavens will give me one more chance, I'd like to say
that I'm willing to try going out with you.
Unruly! As a maidservant in my manor,
how can you utter such nonsense?!
If you continue to be this unruly, don't blame me for being less than kind.
Yu Hao,
starting from this day, Lady Qu doesn't need to do laborious chores any longer.
She will now hold the rank of Female Attendant.
Yes.
8th Brother, is she the rumored Second Daughter of the House of Qu? She's quite interesting.
If she became my 8th Sister-in-law, you surely will be happy.
14th, you are also becoming more and more unruly.
What's going on now?
Why did Mo Lian Cheng refuse to know me and even promoted me?
I understand!
First, Mo Lian Cheng's zodiac sign is Scorpio.
He will bear grudges, so he's still angry right now.
Second,
Mo Lian Cheng promoted me because my buttering him up earlier worked.
As long as I continue to kiss up to him,
he will acknowledge that he knows me one day.
[First Prince Manor]
- First Prince. - First Prince.
Move aside.
I haven't gone out for half a month already.
I must go out today and visit her.
Leave!
First Prince, the Second Daughter of the House of Qu has already committed suicide by jumping into the river a few days ago.
You're lying. That's impossible.
Tan'er, I'm coming to be with you.
Brother Yi Huai, take care. Let's just see each other in the next life.
Tan'er! Tan'er!
Who are you?
First Prince, you must prop yourself up. Even without Tan'er, you still have a Royal Father who loves you a lot.
Royal Father? He only knows to favor that Royal Consort Dugu.
How can he have the time to care about me?
Tan'er is not dead yet. She's still alive.
Who is it?
Your Highness, I saw a black shadow. Are you all right?
Yun Ying,
immediately think of a way to leave the manor and check if Tan'er is doing fine.
- Quickly go. - Yes.
Your Majesty!
I heard you have another headache.
Why didn't you ask for a Royal Physician?
It's an old problem.
Beloved, please give me a massage.
Yes!
Beloved, how could any of those Royal Physicians compare to your skills?
My body is getting worse with each passing day.
Your Majesty! You are the Son of Heaven!
You are blessed with so much good fortune, hence, you surely will live a long life.
That's right.
Your Majesty, some rare herbs came from the West recently.
They say that these can invigorate the spleen, replenish your energy, eliminate the cold, and steady your mind.
I ordered someone to prepare this.
The Royal Physicians said this medicine will be very beneficial for your health!
You are very considerate, Royal Consort.
In the past, Dugu Yan was just a lowly ranked Jieyu Royal Consort. (3rd rank in the harem)
But now, she has risen to be a Royal Consort (furen) who is highly favored!
This also seems to be a result of the time warp as well.
Could Royal Father's headache have to do with the medicine she's been giving him?
I feel so much better.
Come.
If this woman is not removed, the trouble in Dong Yue will never end!
Who's there?! Guards!
Catch the assassin!
Why is that person's figure so familiar?
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General Wei!
- Royal Consort. - Please do not stand on ceremony.
I have an emergency to discuss with you.
Just now, an assassin infiltrated the Royal Study!
I think he must be the 8th Prince!
He's probably already discovered
that I am feeding the King medicine.
It's time to get rid of him.
Royal Consort, allow me to be frank.
The 8th Prince is careful and thorough in whatever he does.
I have not uncovered any of his weaknesses.
I'm afraid, the time hasn't come (for action) yet.
Besides, we don't know where the Soul Suppressing Orb is. I'm afraid...
Don't forget that the 8th Prince was behind the massacre of your entire family!
I will never forget about this hateful blood crime of his.
Now, I have an idea.
Your Highness is astute. I will carry it out right away!
Your Highness, you are indeed intelligent and thoughtful!
Now the 1st Prince has lost favor, and His Majesty is under the control of the Soul Absorbing Powder.
As long as we weaken the 8th Prince's influence,
all of Dong Yue will be destabilized by the chaos!
That is the best chance for us to restore our country!
In the past, Mo Yi Feng destroyed my estate of Da Yu.
He killed my entire family!
I must avenge this blood crime.
I will not stop until I destroy Dong Yue!
8th Prince, how can you still be in the leisurely mood to play chess?
The Crown Prince will be named soon and every party is set to take action!
Even though 1st Royal Brother was placed under house arrest,
the Royal Consort Dugu is still sowing chaos throughout the Court.
We must take steps to raise our level of alert.
If soldiers come, my Generals will block them. If water comes, I'll use soil to hinder it.
Your Highness, I thought of something.
Recently, I heard that Strategist Liu Shang is coming out of isolation soon.
8th Brother, this is wonderful news!
Strategist Liu Shang is a rare genius in this realm!
I heard that his strategies can help conquer the world.
But his exact whereabouts is very mysterious. Very few people have seen his true face.
If we can invite him to join us, then that's like adding wings to a tiger.
It seems that this chess game must be ended!
Your Highness.
Speak!
I have finished my investigation with a clear answer. Miss Qu did jump into the river to commit suicide.
However, she was rescued and is currently doing fine.
Just who is the mastermind behind all this?
When I find out who it is,
I will rip them to pieces!
I am going to throw away all caution and hesitation now!
Isn't it just saying some cringe-worthy and cheesy words?
In order to get back, what's the big deal about flattering him?
Mo Lian Cheng. Actually...
when you got hurt from saving me, I had already started to like you!
With this sexy body of yours and your very seductive yet husky voice,
not to mention how rich you are! I fell for you a long time ago!
It's just that I couldn't understand any of that story you told me afterward,
but now we can really try dating!
Our love can be cultivated gradually!
Qu Tan'er! You have acted ill-behaved and spewed much nonsense! Are you aware of your guilt?
Mo Lian Cheng, can a man like you not be so petty?!
We are both newcomers to this stupid place! What's with the act?
Since we are in the same boat, let's think of a way to go back!
Could it be... that you don't want to give up your position as a prince?
What's so great about being a prince?
All day long, all you do is read dumb scrolls
and discuss affairs with those old geezer Government guys.
Look at how much older you've gotten!
Close your mouth!
Take your hand away!
Your Highness! I was watching the servants' work outside.
I heard this little rascal spouting disrespectful words to you.
I will punish her severely right now!
Qu Tan'er! You are so rude to His Highness!
I'm punishing you to kneel for six hours!
Mo Lian Cheng! You're too cruel!
You--... You--! Kneel for twelve hours!
It seems... that she has really taken leave of her senses.
It hurts so much!
Hurry and warm your knees with some hot water.
Thankfully, I was smart!
It still hurts a bit. Massage it for me.
Yes.
Say, is that 8th Prince really Mo Lian Cheng?
Why is it that I've used every possible method,
but he still won't admit it?
Could it be, I got the wrong person?
But in this world, are there really people who look that similar and also have the same name?
No! I must find a chance to test him!
Open the door.
Xiao Tan, look!
There's a note.
"This item is very useful."
"From now on, do not seduce strangers you do not know."
Since coming here to Dong Yue, why do strange things keep happening?
Oh...
You scared me.
Lady Qu, I keep feeling that we know of each other.
Have we met before?
14th Prince, isn't your way of picking up girls too old-fashioned?
Try looking around and see what era this is already.
You have no innovation at all.
Jing Xin, how about it? Is the Prince around?
8th Prince is currently preparing to go out. It seems he will be back very late.
However, I have to stand by to assist him tonight, so right now I must go to assist him with his bath.
Jing Xin, I'll go in on your behalf.
I'll go to prepare now.
Lady Qu, I still have some questions to ask you!
14th Prince.
You're also from the House of Qu, aren't you? How do I address you?
Replying to the Prince, I am the personal maidservant
of the Second Daughter, Qu Tan'er. I am called Jing Xin.
Don't be nervous. I just find your Lady's actions and speech
very interesting. Hence, I wanted to ask a few more questions.
However, there are a lot of things that your Lady said
that I just can't understand.
I don't actually understand her words either.
Since My Lady fell into the water, her personality has changed drastically.
The words she says are also very odd.
For example, the words dog leash. Do you know what that means?
Dog leash? Based on the words themselves,
it must be a something to lead dogs with.
Wrong. This dog leash is part of a language from another world.
It means 'wishing you bliss and happiness'. (actually refers to death)
For example, I wish you many dog leashes. It means that I wish you bliss and happiness.
Since that is the case, then I wish you many dog leashes in return.
Thank you, 14th Prince. I also wish you dog leashes.
Just what I wanted.
Mo Lian Cheng, you'd better get naked quickly,
so that I can verify whether you have that mark on your chest.
Actually this job is not so bad.
I get good benefits and even free eye-candy of a very nice body.
Greetings, 8th Prince.
I came to assist you with your bath.
Why is this Qu Tan'er repeatedly trying to accost me?
Could it be that she didn't really lose her senses
but has another motive in mind?
[Royal Command Token]
She doesn't care about the Royal Command Token at all.
8th Prince, did you slip or fall lately?
Like falling from a horse...
or falling off a cliff?
No.
8th Prince, then do you know
that another world exists other than Dong Yue?
That place has tall buildings, airplanes, and cars.
In that place, I'm a real estate broker, while you are a tycoon.
You came to see me to buy a house.
Do you have... a twin or something?
Unruly!
Fine, if you don't want to admit it.
Anyway, I just need to get your clothes off, and the truth will be revealed.
8th Prince, please allow me to take off your clothes
or else, the water will be cold.
No need.
I'm not used to people actually assisting me while I take a bath. Leave.
Not yet. I still haven't—
What I mean is...
You are a noble prince.
How could there be no one assisting you when you're bathing?
It's better that I assist you—
I said it already, no need! Leave!
What's there to be so shy about?
You have so many maids and a concubine or two.
You must be very experienced. This surely isn't your first time undressing.
You can't... still be a virgin, right?
♫ Wind-like me, got exiled to the end of the world ♫
♫ The dream that can't be held ♫
Say it. What is your real motive
for approaching me?
Oh, no. Did I truly anger him and now he's going to punish me?
Forget it. Anyway, this situation is already very dicey.
Even if I'm about to die, I must get his clothes off!
Could it be I really did mistake the wrong person all this time?
He really is not my Mo Lian Cheng.
Informing Your Majesty, Minister of Revenue Li Zhidao, Deputy General Wang Yan of the Ministry of War,
Dynasty-founding Commandery Duke Zhou Xin, and other senior officials
have all jointly submitted a memorial claiming that 8th Prince is guilty of being grossly neglectful in his duties.
In their memorial, they mention several fire incidents.
The grain depository was destroyed and tens of innocent citizens died,
all because there was a delay in the Garrison Guards arrival to quench the fire, thus missing the most opportune time.
Your Majesty, I think that 8th Prince shouldn't be blamed for the delay in putting out the fire.
Perhaps, it was due to the negligence of duty by his subordinates.
General Wei,
no need to defend him.
Even if it was his subordinates' fault, it still is because of his lack of command.
Your Majesty, how could the 8th prince be lax in his command duties?
It's known throughout the whole capital that the Garrison Guards heed only him.
I even heard that 8th Prince wishes to invite a strategist here.
I don't know his purpose in wanting to do that.
Informing Your Majesty, the 8th Prince is waiting outside.
Today is the day for the duty report of the Garrison Guards.
Let him enter!
Yes. Let the 8th Prince enter for an audience!
Greetings, Royal Father.
Look at the good things you have done!
Look at it carefully!
It appears that Dugu Yan has set me up.
She deliberately had the grain depository burned down and then framed the Garrison Guards for it.
And all the Ministers who complained are her allies.
Royal Father has always been on guard against me.
I can only admit now that I was lax in my duties.
Arguing might result in the opposite effect.
Then Royal Father would find me even more worrisome.
Right now, I can only retreat to advance and restrategize.
I have been negligent in my duty. I beg for Royal Father's forgiveness.
Since you have admitted your mistake, no need for you to continue being the commander of the Capital Garrison Guards then.
General Wei will now take over.
Promulgate my decree. Remove the 8th Prince's command authority of the Garrison Guards
and retrieve the Royal Command Token from him!
Thank you Royal Father for your grace.
This time, I'm really doomed.
At this time, I might never really get to go back home.
I must keep...
keep staying in this awful place as somebody's servant.
Security for my life and property
can't be safeguarded at all.
Mo Lian Cheng, you bastard! Wicked scoundrel!
It was all because of you that I ended up in this place that has
no freedom, no safety,
and nothing fun to do! Mo Lian Cheng!
Xiao Tan.
Xiao Tan, how can you call 8th Prince's name directly like that?
If others hear it, you'll be executed.
I'm not talking about any 8th Prince. I'm talking about Mo Lian Cheng.
That is still the name of the 8th Prince.
I-I can't explain it clearly to you!
Xiao Tan...
I want to drink wine. I want to drink Long Island Ice Tea,
Martini, XO...
I want to go to Mix, Vics, Baby Face... (Dance clubs in Beijing)
Your Highness, General Wei is here.
Your Highness.
I got the news that His Majesty is preparing to go on a hunt today.
I'm boldly guessing that His Majesty is doing this to test the loyalty of the 8th Prince.
We can use this opportune chance
and leverage the suspicions of His Majesty as a sharp blade to kill our enemy.
General Wei, do you have any good scheme?
You Ming.
This is an arrow that is solely used by the 8th Prince.
The hunting grounds have very strict security. How can there be an assassin here?
You rebellious son... you are indeed harboring evil intentions.
Royal Father, be careful.
Are you all right?
I'm fine.
Son, you're hurt. Are you really fine?
Royal Father, don't worry. I am indeed fine.
Your Majesty, I was late in protecting you. Please forgive me.
I am fine. It's all thanks to my son for risking his life to protect mine.
You may rise.
Your Majesty, this arrow has the exclusive mark of the 8th Prince.
That is because someone was calculating an evil scheme
to deliberately frame my son.
The 8th Prince has gained merit for protecting Your Majesty. His actions has proven his loyalty.
8th Brother, based on your narrative,
everything today must have been a trap devised by Wei Zong Heng.
First, he had an assassin wait near Royal Father,
and then had a black-clad man lure you to where Royal Father was.
Just as you happen to arrive is when the assassin shoots an arrow at Royal Father.
So of course, Royal Father would think that you were the assassin and was harboring evil intentions.
That Wei Zong Heng is too vicious.
It is not hard to guess the evil scheme of Wei Zong Heng.
What's more important is where that arrow, that at once saved me, came from?
Who did it? What is his motive?
He could completely detect Wei Zong Heng's intent
and design such a thorough rescue plan.
He is outstandingly intelligent and brave.
8th Prince, after hearing you mention an outstandingly intelligent and brave person, I just remembered something.
I heard that Strategist Liu Shang has entered the capital.
His whereabouts now are hard to track.
♫ The fireworks ended, then you lit a lamp and looked back ♫
♫ The mortal world gets tossed around; I lift my flute and sigh ♫
♫ Who keeps breaking the string? When the tune ends, each one leaves ♫
♫ There is no more fate, so why mention the promises? ♫
♫ The moon waxes and wanes, who is lusting to be alone? ♫
♫ Enjoying the music alone while looking at the lantern's light come to an end ♫
♫ Time always slip by; our meeting was a blurry moment ♫