Once upon a time, there was a planet far away in outer space.
The environment there was almost the same as Earth's.
So, of course, there were aliens living on it.
After a long process of evolution, those aliens
established their own civilization.
One day, their scientists predicted that their galaxy was going to collapse.
To escape, they immigrated to other planets in the universe by spaceship.
And one group of them came to Earth.
They called themselves the Fox Clan.
Ancient men on Earth were shocked when they saw them.
An ancient book reads that a huge ship-like object flew above the western sea.
The people in it wore crowns, had white feathers all over their bodies, and flew high in the sky with no wings.
That is the first impression the Fox Clan made on humans.
To adapt to the environment on Earth, the Fox Clan never stopped evolving.
Finally, they began to look like humans and gradually fit in with them.
Since ancient times, the conflicts between humans and the Fox Clan never ended.
There was a government proofreading official named Dai Fu, who was especially interested in the love between foxes and humans.
He believed love could overcome everything.
After Dai Fu died, his son collected all of the stories he had written.
He called it "Guang Yi Ji" and had it published. (The Great Book of Marvels)
It was quite popular among its readers.
After storytellers added more details, the stories spread even further.
But humans began to fear foxes, instead of just being curious.
Foxes noticed that humans were getting less and less friendly.
They had to hide their identity in this world.
[The Love Knot: His Excellency's First Love]
[Episode 22] [This story is purely fictional.]
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Who are you?
Ah Xi, don't worry.
Everything will be all right.
Jialin.
Pipi.
Here. It's all the things that you like to eat.
Wow.
Thanks.
Hurry and put it away. Don't let Auntie see it.
I guess you ran into my mother just now.
I talked to her for a little while.
This time, thank you.
Don't worry about it.
I think it was pretty cool of me to take that knife for you.
How do you feel now?
I feel better. But the hospital told me that
they aren't sure if there's anything else wrong other than the stab wound.
I don't know what's going on with me.
I seem to remember coming to the hospital that day,
but your friends carried me away and took me to Mr. Helan's home. Right?
You remember it all?
So Mr. Helan healed me, right?
Is he all right?
There's nothing wrong with him.
Thank him and your friends for me then.
Have you told anyone else about this?
Relax. I didn't tell anyone. Not even my mother.
Thanks.
Did Tianxin come to visit you?
I asked Xiaoju to tell her about you being in the hospital.
Maybe she just feels awkward about it.
I wouldn't know what to say if we met.
So you two haven't met since you came back to China?
We haven't seen each other.
Why did you two break up?
Maybe it's just because we aren't right for each other.
Jialin, do you remember what you said
the day we broke up?
You said we didn't break up because we weren't right for each other.
It's because you knew what was better for you.
Now you're saying you two aren't right again.
Have you thought about what you really want?
- Wu Xiaomo. - Here.
- Please, come in. - Okay.
Hello? Pipi?
Tianxin, it's been a long time. How have you been?
I am fine. What about you?
I am pretty good.
Do you have time later? I want to meet up and talk.
I am out of town.
You're out of town traveling? Or...
No. I am doing an interview for a new job.
Oh. You stay focused then. I won't keep you.
It's okay. There are still a few people ahead of me.
You can talk to me over the phone.
Do you know that Jialin is in the hospital?
I know.
Don't you think you should go visit him in the hospital or give him a call?
I haven't contacted him after we broke up.
I don't know how to face him.
Tianxin, since you two came back from America,
I've talked to both you and Jialin.
I think it's a shame.
I have always thought
that you were better for Jialin than I was.
Back then, I always wanted to imitate you.
I wanted to be more like you.
I wanted to become someone who was better for Jialin.
So if Jialin weren't my ex-boyfriend,
I really think you two are perfect for each other.
So, I really think it is a shame.
Pipi,
actually, aside from me and Jialin,
there's still one thing I can't get over.
I know.
Maybe until now, you still feel sorry toward me.
Or Jialin feels sorry. But actually,
it is all in the past.
As your friend, seeing two people who are so suitable
and in love with each other break up because of something stupid,
I think it's really a shame.
Think about it. If you take me out of it,
would you two still have broken up?
Think about it.
I will think about it.
Thank you, Pipi.
Don't mention it.
I am very happy.
It feels like we have gone back to the past.
You should go back to your business. Good luck with the interview.
Okay. Bye.
Bye.
Hello?
Do you have time right now? I have something I want to talk to you about.
I am busy today. Maybe another day.
All right.
I thought I said some other day.
What is it?
I have something to ask you.
You always thought that we had a prejudice against you.
No matter what you did, we always thought it was a conspiracy.
But I can tell you,
all these years, this is the first time I really suspected you.
So?
The other day, Fang Jingxue almost killed Miss Guan.
She just disappeared after she failed.
Then what?
Can you tell me this has nothing to do with you?
I can say this has nothing to do with me.
Fine. What about my company?
You spread the rumor. You said you wanted to destroy me.
Congratulations.
I know you hate me and Helan.
I don't understand what you are plotting.
I just hope you can stop.
Miss Qianhua,
please, don't think too highly of yourself.
I admit I hate Helan and it's very possible that I will keep on hating him.
But you? I don't feel anything for you now.
I won't waste any time
on something for which I have no feeling.
It's understandable. You have been running this company for so many years.
And something like this suddenly happens.
It must be so hard for you, but there's nothing we can do about it.
I believe many people want you dead.
As for Fang Jingxue, I really don't know her well.
If you don't have anything else to say, please leave,
because I have a date later.
If you don't want to leave, you can stay here and keep me company, too.
Hello?
Is this Qian Mei Hospital? I'm looking for Doctor Zhao Kuanyong.
Can you tell him that someone named Wang Xuan is looking for him
and to call me back when he has time.
Okay. Thanks.
It's so hard to find a venue.
No place feels right.
What do you think of this place?
It's not right.
Why not?
Look at the garbage. Humans today are so disrespectful of the environment.
We can ask people to clean it up.
This is really a great place.
- Thank you. The wedding venue will be ready soon. - Let's go.
Take care.
Hello. Can I help you with anything?
We want to consult you about a wedding.
Are you three together?
Yes.
Can you describe your wedding plans?
I don't have any ideas. You two can tell her.
We want the ceremony beside the water.
We have checked out a few places. You can use these places as a reference.
Okay.
In addition, we will want a cruise also.
- There needs to be room for... - Twenty to thirty.
Twenty to thirty people.
The wedding has to take place at night--
Because our guests will arrive at night.
It will rain in the evening.
So, we will need umbrellas and raincoats.
May I ask when the wedding is?
Tomorrow.
Don't worry. Our wedding is simple and we don't need a host.
Since everything is simple, the wedding venue is the important part.
I have a few pre-made plans here. You can take a look.
This is a light pink color theme. It's bubbly and lovely.
Many young brides like this style.
I think it looks good.
We can pick this plan if you like it.
It's not important if I like it or not. I'm not getting married.
What do you think?
Not good.
Are there any other options?
Of course.
We also have a Chinese retro style,
Romantic and Fresh, Autumn Promise,
and A Romantic Sea of Flowers. Many styles.
Is this too tacky?
Tacky.
Is this too low status?
Low.
Is this too out of date?
Out of date.
Is this too flashy?
Flashy.
Do you have anything else?
What about a rainbow theme? (T/N: the rainbow theme represents the LGBQT community)
You two take a break.
- I will confirm some wedding details with you. - All right.
It's this.
First of all, it's a wedding on the water.
Usually, Your Lord Helan seems pretty awkward and unromantic.
I'm surprised he can come up with the idea of a waterfront wedding.
He has his reasons.
What does that mean?
That's because when he was a kid, he and Huiyan always spent time by the lake, under the moonlight.
They made a promise then that if they got married,
they would choose to do it by the water and under the moonlight.
Wow. A promise that lasted a few centuries.
Since they knew each other in their previous lives, have we also met in our previous lives?
That's impossible. We were very busy when we were kids.
Every day there were different girls,
different aunties, and widows who came to us.
You're a little widow.
How do I know which one you were?
In my imagination, in my previous life,
I would be someone with great martial arts skills, who liked to help the poor;
a female hero, who would draw her sword to fight injustice.
Stop! Stop running!
Give me back my bag!
- Give it to me! - No.
You can hit me anywhere but the face.
Why?
I finally saved some money to get my face done.
You are beautiful already. No need for that.
Why would you hit me then?
I can just redo your face right now!
Stop!
Brother.
You stole his money. That's not good.
Who are you? Minding other people's business?
I will have to steal the money today.
Hero. Good skills.
Hero, you should take me as a disciple.
Be your master?
Look at that tree.
Which one?
If you can get to that tree before I do, I will take you in as a disciple.
Which tree? There are so many trees.
What story is that? Xin Xiaoju. There's no logic to it at all.
Where's the structure?
Let me tell you a story. Okay?
For instance, Kuanyong and I are walking on the bridge.
What's wrong?
I am not in the mood.
What are you doing?
You're carrying this to write a poem? Do you know how to do that?
"Holding an umbrella for you, may our love never end."
May I ask your name?
My name is Xiuxian. Taking a stroll today,
I discovered such a beautiful lady in this garden.
I couldn't help but come to talk to you.
May I ask why you're here?
I live around here.
I like to walk around, looking at the scenery and writing poems.
You like poetry?
I like it, too.
Really?
Right?
Yes.
May I ask who this is?
This is my servant.
Why are your servant's clothes fancier than yours?
Because I like to write poems.
So, I keep a low profile.
Is that so?
Why don't we write a poem together in front of this beautiful view?
Great. You start.
"If you are a little closer, I'll hold your hand."
"If you are a little braver, I will follow you."
Good poem.
Good.
May I ask where you live?
Please, look that way. That tall building that's still under construction,
I just bought an apartment there.
Let's talk about you.
What story do you have?
I won't tell one. Because I have no previous life.
Also, I remember everyone I met in this life.
You're so dull. It's just imaginary.
Right. Imaginary.
Okay, I will think of something different.
Okay.
Wait up. I can't run anymore.
Can't run?
What happened to you?
I suffered an internal injury. I can't run.
Can't run?
I have always been telling you to work out.
My internal injury
is very serious.
Help me heal it.
How?
Heal my wound.
- Come on. - Then what?
Take off my clothes.
Take off your clothes?
Two men? In broad daylight? Taking off clothes in a park?
- I don't think that's appropriate. - Right.
Did you lose your mind from the heat? It's okay. I'll fan you.
- Better? - Much better.
Much better? See? Let's go.
Let's go chase that monster.
That fox monster, I mean... that evil spirit.
I have poisoned it. It won't last long.
I don't think we should go before the poison kicks in. Let's wait.
Still wait? It's so hot. Let's just go.
Okay?
- I am afraid we won't be able to beat it. - Not able to beat it?
No, that's impossible. I can beat it. I'll go first.
Wait for me!
You evil woman. You ran so far after being poisoned. Impressive.
Who was poisoned by you? It's just appendicitis.
You're still denying it?
Kill me if you can.
- You think I don't have the courage? - Yes.
Yes?
I'm telling you, I hate it when people threaten me. Don't think I won't dare.
Kill me then.
I... I...
Let her go!
I wasn't even holding her!
Sorry. Hold her then.
Let her go!
If you kill her,
I won't be able to live.
I thought she was the thief.
Right.
That's why it's different, right?
What's different? What comes after that?
The ending is that she and I live happily ever after.
You and I live happily ever after?
What about him?
I die.
Why?
Because in TV shows, the male and female leads always end up happily together.
Sometimes, without warning,
we find the answers to questions that have plagued us.
But, if what comes after that, is neither joy nor excitement.,
we become confused about what to do.
Maybe it's because we are used to a life without answers.
Maybe in life's test,
there's always the next question.
Congratulations. You are getting married soon.
I waited for a few centuries.
The day has finally come. I am happy for you.
As for what happened in the past, it was my fault.
I shouldn't have been so dictatorial.
But at the time,
I really didn't have any other way.
I hope you can forgive me.
If it's possible, I also want to apologize to the new bride.
Huiyan has always been a knot in my heart that I can't untangle.
For centuries, this is how it's been..
Maybe this knot can only be untied
the day she gets a new complete life.
But thank you for saying that, Father.
I want to thank you on the behalf of my mother, too.
Qianhua told me all about it.
She told me everything about my mother and you.
All these years, why did you not tell me?
I didn't want anyone to know that secret,
including you.
I feel like a jerk.
Forget it. It's all in the past.
Let's not talk about it.
Father, I hope you will come to my wedding.
Of course. I have to come.
I will go back now, Father.
Wait.
I know you've always refused to accept this key.
Father, I have never wanted to be your successor.
Jingting, the Fox Clan is weak.
The Northern Fox Clan has claimed their own territory.
We are no longer as powerful as before.
During my time in the south,
I realized that you are living well here.
I think we need to think of new ways
to break the boundary between the south and the north.
You are the right one to grow the Fox Clan.
I believe in you. For the future of the Fox Clan,
I am asking you to accept this key.
Pipi, thank you.
It fits you well.
I have never worn anything like this. Thank you for the necklace, too.
- Do you like it? - Yes.
That's good then.
But I seem to recall that you cherished this dress so much when you bought it that you didn't even wear it yourself.
I won't have the chance to wear it, anyway.
What does that mean?
Helan doesn't want me to wear these kinds of clothes.
He really does micromanage.
Right. What's the situation with those two foxes?
They have always been like that. It's never clear.
Which one do you like better?
I don't know, either. So frustrating!
I'm not worried, though. You're someone
who knows how to solve problems in her own unique way.
- I am? - Yes.
In other people's eyes, this is about making a choice between the two.
But I believe you have your own choice.
I have thought about it, even though I am still afraid.
Xiaoju, promise me. Keep being yourself.
In the future, you will always be happy.
Pipi, are you all right?
You gave me clothes and now you're telling me this.
Why does it feel like you're saying goodbye?
No. I was just talking.
Anyway, I'm really thankful I have you.
You helped me organize the wedding so well.
It's what I should do.
Take all these clothes.
All of them? What will you wear, then?
Me? I am not wearing these.
You should wear more dresses and fewer jeans.
- Thanks. - Don't mention it.
I'll take off now. You prepare for the wedding.
Okay. Bye-bye.
Wang Xuan.
I heard you are a famous journalist now.
Many famous newspapers are fighting for you.
Thank you. It's all because of you.
This dinner is on me. I am here today to ask you something else.
The document about Qianhua's company, is it really true?
Is it important if it's true or not?
The most important thing about news is whether or not it goes viral.
You made that happen.
But if the documents are untrue, it will be defamation.
Although I don't like Qianhua, I don't want to attack her by making up lies.
It's just like when you reported on the private lives of celebrities. This is the same thing.
I did dig into celebrities' private lives.
But I do have my principles.
- Maybe you despise my job but— - That's not it.
I just wanted to help you more.
I know you have been helping me and I'm grateful.
But I don't want it to be in this way.
I want to know why you helped me.
I think we are alike.
I know you better than others do.
It hasn't been easy for you.
Unlike people with power and money, we can't just stand up when we fall.
You can't. You have to seize every opportunity.
Plus, the news about the company has been out for so long. If there was no wrongdoing,
they would've had a response.
So, Qianhua's company really does have problems.
It's just the tip of the iceberg.
I will take you somewhere after dinner.
This is Mr. Helan's home. Is it okay for us to just barge in?
It's okay. I often come uninvited.
You guys are friends?
His father is my foster father.
So, you must hate him.
Yes.
I understand.
Let me show you something.
Okay.
A painting?
There are a lot more in here.
Pipi?
She's your colleague, right?
I was right. They're really close.
She acts so innocent.
Is this scoop big enough?
Of course!
Hold this for me.
Thanks.
There are more over there.
May I see them all?
Yes.
Thank you, so much!
A billionaire falling in love with a paparazzo... This kind of thing only happens every twenty years.
I remember it happened in Hong Kong last time.
But why is Pipi wearing clothes from different dynasties in these pictures?
Check this out.
They don't look modern.
Is this ancient?
Is it?
Actually, I envy Pipi a lot.
I get to work earlier than everyone and leave work later than everyone,
but our editor only likes Pipi.
She only asks Pipi to join her for lunch.
Even though she makes mistakes,
the editor only lightly scolds her.
Some people are just like that.
Even if they don't do anything,
they will be favored by others.
Some people try their best,
but still don't get recognition.
Zhao Song,
like you said,
we are alike.
So,
can I like you?
We are very much alike.
But the person I hate the most is myself.
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♫ A relationship met by chance ♫
♫ Stumbling through separation and return ♫
♫ Everything on the mind hangs like a bright moon ♫
♫ Longing sleeps in the night sky ♫
♫ Perhaps as I hoped, it was just a fantasy ♫
♫ The past is flying by I can hear your heartbeat ♫
♫ Reincarnated love, it was just a daydream ♫
♫ Seeing each other again, time stops in place ♫
♫ A thousand loves in a glance ♫
♫ A thousand year fate Spreading through time ♫
♫ Day and night It's you that loves my face ♫
♫ Let time keep your promise to me ♫
♫ A thousand year fate Spreading through time ♫
♫ Day and night It's you that loves my face ♫
♫ Let time keep your promise to me ♫
♫ A thousand loves in a glance ♫