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[Legend of Fuyao]
[Episode 28]
On the day of the royal wedding.
What about it?
According to the tradition of Taiyuan Kingdom
Xuanyuan Min has chosen his queen and will have to hold the wedding.
Two-thirds of my Defense Battalion and Zhang He Nian's garrison guards
will be reassigned as the king's personal royal guards.
That adds up to 150,000 men.
We mustn't underestimate them.
The date doesn't matter.
Choose whichever day you want.
It's just...
You're going to overthrow the king.
Why would you worry about that puppet King of Taiyuan
robbing you of your authority?
Your Highness.
On the day of the royal wedding, all the officials will be at the palace.
I think that I will keep all those who favor me.
As for those who oppose me, I will annihilate all of them.
That will save me future trouble.
Wouldn't that be better?
You really are ruthless and treacherous.
I like it!
It's settled then.
In three days, on the 19th of this month
when the new king and queen of Taiyuan hold their wedding
I, Zhangsun Ping Rong, will surely be there to congratulate them.
Your Highness.
It's a deal then.
I shall cordially await your arrival.
The petals were freshly picked early this morning.
With this fragrance, the king will surely be fascinated by Her Ladyship tomorrow
at the anointing ceremony of the Queen.
What are you saying?
Even without these petals
the king has always had eyes only for my mistress.
You're all dismissed.
Your Ladyship--
Get out of here!
Get lost!
Father...
I'm unfilial.
But from now on, the glory of the Tang family
can only be mine to uphold.
I'll surely do well as queen.
Whoever bullied me and did our family wrong...
Once I hold the power in my hands, I'll be sure to--
My King.
The Inner Court has had the wedding robe and items sent over.
There are nine items in total.
Young Master, although Queen of Taiyuan isn't some crucial position
is it appropriate to let such an unscrupulous woman have it?
Whether or not you think she's appropriate doesn't matter.
Neither does my opinion.
How are we to deliberate the matters of this world?
What is appropriate and what isn't?
Since Tang Zhi Rong is willing to betray everything to be queen
she can have it.
Whether or not she can keep it is up to her destiny.
What's going on?
What am I doing here?
Consort of Benevolence!
Greetings, Your Ladyship.
The king has sent for you.
The king?
Isn't he--
Godfather.
Dear child, get up quickly.
Get up.
You must be frightened.
Godfather, you could've just summoned me over.
Why do this?
Desperate times call for desperate measures.
Oh, right. You were looking at this just now.
Do you know what this is?
Look, it's gold and shiny.
This is the tiara of nine dragons and phoenixes.
This is the official headdress of the Queen of Taiyuan.
The... The official headdress of the Queen of Taiyuan?
Shouldn't it be with Tang Zhi Rong?
Who did it?
I'm investigating it.
Send our men to keep a close eye.
Find a nice place and have her buried.
I understand.
Who else is missing from the palace?
Speak.
Miss Fu Yao.
Young Master, she might have left the palace ahead of time.
It's hard to tell.
It couldn't be so soon.
It also can't be just a coincidence.
Qi Zhen must have made a move.
What does Qi Zhen want Miss Fu Yao for?
I want you to be Queen of Taiyuan.
Godfather.
The nine-phoenix tiara, the rosy-cloud gown
shoes embroidered in golden thread, and six-colored ribbons.
These were all prepared for Queen of Taiyuan.
In my mind, only you could be Queen of Taiyuan, my daughter.
Godfather, will you have me disguised as Tang Zhi Rong?
No...
You've misunderstood me.
I'll let you stand next to Xuanyuan Min as the rightful Queen of Taiyuan.
Listen up.
The wedding will be held tomorrow, as scheduled.
Before the wedding ceremony begins
the Inner Court will announce a new royal decree
anointing a newly chosen queen.
The queen...
can only be you.
But...
But I wasn't chosen by the king.
Did you really think I'd let you marry him?
No...
You're going to be a blade.
You'll be the blade that I'll plant next to Xuanyuan Min.
The wedding is tomorrow.
According to Taiyuan tradition
half of the nation's armed forces will be regrouped into the Royal Guards.
They belong to the king.
As for the tally to command the Royal Guards
it will be handed over by the queen on the wedding day.
Historically, no military tally has been in the hands of women from the harem.
Should women meddle in politics, I'm afraid it would cause chaos.
The Royal Guards will be assigned by the king.
It's just a handover ceremony.
However, should anyone have an ulterior motive in mind
tomorrow would be the best time to seize the tally.
I understand.
Godfather, you want me to seize the tally for you?
Exactly. As long as I get the military tally
all 150,000 men of the Royal Guards will be under my command.
Then, however capable Xuanyuan Min may be
he won't be able to turn the tide.
Godfather, you're entrusting me with such an important mission.
I'm afraid--
You can only succeed!
You must not fail.
My child... don't you dare forget
that dozens of lives from the Yuwen family are in your hands.
I'll definitely undertake the mission without any fear!
Good daughter.
Tomorrow, at the wedding, you'll be closest to Xuanyuan Min.
The security will take the least precaution with you.
Bear this in mind.
You must look to me for my instructions.
Kill him for me, with no hesitation.
Kill him.
Kill the king and seize his throne.
Exactly.
Kill the king and seize his throne.
I've been waiting too long for this day.
My King.
What's the matter?
Others now know that the Consort of Prestige is dead.
With great servants like you, how could there be secrets in the palace?
My King, please forgive me.
I am absolutely loyal to you!
Enough of this nonsense.
Whether or not you're loyal, I'm well aware of it.
What exactly is the matter?
My King...
The officials said that... although Consort of Prestige is dead
tomorrow's wedding ceremony will affect the fortune of the nation.
It's unwise to postpone it.
Therefore, they asked that you choose another consort to be queen.
What is the opinion of those old fellows?
My King, please have a look.
[Consort of Benevolence, Yuwen Zi]
Yuwen Zi?
That ugly lass in the Cold Palace?
Her?
How is she fit to be Queen of Taiyuan?
My King, the officials said--
The officials said! The officials said!
Isn't this just what Elder Statesman Qi Zhen wants?
He must have been displeased that I anointed Zhi Rong.
He must have something to do with Zhi Rong's death!
My King, there's no evidence--
There's no evidence?
My queen has been killed!
I'm the king, but now what I say is a groundless accusation!
Fine.
Head back and tell them
that they can just pick the queen!
I don't care!
Get lost! Scram!
My King, as for the queen...
Do you want me to repeat myself?
No, My King.
I'll get this done right away.
My King, you mustn't make yourself sick with anger.
I'm relieved that the lass is fine.
Are you worried about her too?
Yes, I should have just let her leave.
Who knew that fate would play a prank on us?
If she's destined to be my queen
then let it be so.
You're worried about that old fox, Qi Zhen?
It will be all right.
He'd never think that I'm bold enough
to stage a counterattack on the day of the wedding.
He just thinks that he has me ambushed from all sides.
But he forgot about another strategy, shooting fish in a barrel.
You're afraid that he'll make a last-ditch attempt?
You're right.
That old fox has the officials bribed and won over.
He has made quite the effort.
Adding up his armed forces...
he'll have almost 400,000 soldiers.
If you're scared, you can head home first.
My King!
Elder Statesman Qi asks for an audience.
Shi Lan! What brings you here?
Elder Statesman Qi was concerned that the maid in his manor isn't as attentive
so he sent me here.
Shi Lan, come make me some tea.
Deliver a message for me.
Tell Xuanyuan Min that Qi Zhen is going to kill him.
Tell him to escape quickly.
Escape?
How could he possibly escape?
The whole palace is heavily guarded so it's really dangerous now.
Not only would I die if I ran now, but you'd also be implicated.
It's not worth it.
It took me 13 months to draw this.
I've specially prepared this gift for your wedding day.
Those are the waters of Taiyuan, along with the dragon and phoenix of Taiyuan.
I'm poor at drawing.
It's just a token of my sentiments.
There's no water left.
I have to get some.
Water will be sent in shortly.
Take it.
Thank you.
Gentlemen, I'm getting a bit hungry.
- Could you-- - The food has been prepared.
Your Ladyship.
Gentlemen, I'm really unwell.
Could I use the bathroom?
No! Bring it here!
Who could have known that Elder Statesman Qi is so thoughtful?
It's just that with the both of you here
I really can't use the chamber pot.
Your Ladyship, please be quick then.
What should I do?
Whatever. I'll have to use this last resort.
Ingot?
Elder Statesman Qi, you've prepared such a fine gift.
I really don't know how to express my gratitude.
From tomorrow onwards, you'll become my father-in-law.
Our relationship will be even closer.
It truly is a blessing to Taiyuan.
My King, I'm too flattered.
I've had this plaque made just for you.
You've taken great pains for years to contribute to Taiyuan Kingdom.
You must feel burdened.
[Devote Wholly to the Nation]
"Devote wholly..."
"To the nation?"
Thank you for your graciousness, My King!
Elder Statesman, please get up.
Ingot really knows me well.
He's so excited about the wedding tomorrow
that he has forgotten his manners.
Nasty mouse. It's so stupid.
Why are you sleeping on the job?
Your master is going to be in big trouble.
Godfather.
Is everything ready?
Yes.
Where is Yun?
Godfather, have you forgotten?
A few days ago
you arranged to have Madam and Young Mistress sent out of the capital.
They should arrive in Gan Province in two to three days.
Report!
Elder Statesman.
We already have that person.
Keep a close watch.
Yes.
You're dismissed.
I just had my future foretold.
Earth and Water: The Army.
The second line of the Nine.
It's an auspicious sign for those assuming command of an army.
It now that even the gods are in my favor now.
Remember to bring that fortune-teller along tomorrow.
I want Xuanyuan Min to hear what he has to say.
Yes.
Godfather, you're blessed with luck.
The gods will surely assist you.
However, why do you want to rebel on the new king's wedding?
If I was just going to kill Xuanyuan Min, I wouldn't have to go to such lengths.
But apart from him, there are those old fellows.
I can't set my mind at ease until I get rid of them.
Zhang He Nian!
Marquis Lu Yuan, Chen Yi.
General of Illustrious Virtue, Zhao Shuo.
Manager of Lances Who Quells Rebels, Wang De Shan.
They have always resented me.
It so happens...
That I can use this opportunity tomorrow...
To get rid of all of them with one blow.
But Godfather, I took a look at the list of guests.
There will be thousands of people going in and out of the palace tomorrow.
When both armed forces go against each other
weapons know no mercy, so there's bound to be innocent--
I've waited for this day for years!
Should any outsider interfere, kill them all.
Even if my men stand in my way
they are not to be spared.
Godfather, do rest assured.
This is the last time.
What a fine blade.
Consort Yuwen will be anointed as the queen.
Guards shall carry banners as a wedding proposal to the bride.
Why have we stopped again?
Your Ladyship, this is traditional procedure for the wedding ceremony.
With the anointment of the legal queen
a kowtow to the blessings of the gods must be made every 10 steps
and also to the Water God for bestowing us with a beautiful
eloquent, mature, sensitive, kind, virtuous, and obedient--
All right, all right.
How many more of these traditional wedding customs are there?
Your Ladyship.
The wedding ceremony is as follows.
Anointing of the queen, greeting of the bride, and drinking the nuptial wine.
We've just started with the anointing of the queen.
The official text will be recited when you arrive at Yongjia Hall.
Then the new queen will be guided along to pay respects.
The text of anointment will be recited and the golden seal presented.
Get going!
Your Highness is assisting Elder Statesman in seizing the throne.
I'll report back to him on your great contribution.
Your Highness, please lead your army into the city.
Nasty mouse.
I'm the one getting married today.
Why are you all dressed up?
I called out to you last night but you wouldn't show up.
Today, you're quite smart.
You knew that I was on this sedan chair.
But that master of yours seems to be aware of everything.
I really hope that I'm right to think so.
I must have worried for nothing last night.
You brought something for me?
On the wedding day, get through the wedding ritual quickly during the chaos.
When I call you a wench, you must leave with Ingot.
Leave as quickly as you can.
Did your master write this?
All right, I got it.
Hide, quickly.
When will we get there?
Your Ladyship, you mustn't be anxious.
You're the Queen of Taiyuan Kingdom.
You mustn't lose your composure.
How many more steps are there?
We have to kowtow along the way so it will take a few hours.
I can't wait!
Your Ladyship, you mustn't do that!
You mustn't do that!
Convey my royal decree.
Cancel all of the overly elaborate formalities.
Speed up to get to the palace hall.
Whoever gets there too slowly will be punished.
Run all the way there.
Your Ladyship!
Your Ladyship, this goes against the rites and customs!
Go after her! Quickly!
Get ready quickly! The queen is here.
The queen is here?
Greetings, My Queen.
Enough with the formalities!
Start reciting the formal text!
- Quickly! - Finish before the incense burns out.
If you can't finish, I'll teach you a lesson.
Lady Yuwen of Changning, Elder Statesman Qi Zhen's goddaughter
born of the nobility and a prestigious family.
Gentle and elegant by nature.
She's familiar with the rites and upholds great virtues.
Dignified and honorable.
Gentle and kind disposition.
Beautiful and intelligent.
The incense is going out!
Lady Yuwen is hereby anointed as Mistress of the Harem.
By the king himself!
Accept the decree!
What is going on?
What... what is going on?
This is absurd! This is just outrageous!
It isn't the auspicious hour yet.
Why have we already been summoned into the main hall?
According to the rites
respects should be paid to the gods at Qingsheng Gate first.
Then the envoys of vassal states will offer their gifts
and blessings at Chengming Hall.
- Exactly. - Then the anointment takes place here.
Why have they skipped right to the third stage already?
It's all messed up! All messed up!
The king has arrived!
Greetings, My King!
Begin the ceremony!
My King, the queen...
We'll start when I say so.
Or why don't you try being the groom?
Yes, My King...
The anointment ceremony begins!
- Music! - Stop!
It isn't the auspicious hour yet.
Why would the music be played?
Are you going to ignore these traditions too?
Elder Statesman Qi!
I gave him the orders.
My King, aren't you a bit too impatient?
This is the queen's anointment ceremony.
Who will you anoint if the queen isn't here yet?
My queen will be here very soon.
The queen's ceremonial parade is moving forward with elegance.
There are rituals along the way.
I'm afraid it will take her another hour to get here.
The queen has arrived!
This... Why has the queen shown up all by herself?
There has never been such an absurdity in the history of Taiyuan.
My King, I've come late.
Have I missed the auspicious hour?
Whenever you arrive is the auspicious hour.
Sprinkle the sacred water!
- Godfather. - What is the time now?
There are still two hours to go before the army rises in rebellion.
They should have arrived by now.
However, now that the wedding has begun earlier
the reinforcements from Tiansha might not have arrived yet.
This...
Stall the ceremony.
Keep everyone in here until three quarters past 9 a.m.
Bring that man in here now.
Yes.
The ceremony begins!
My King!
Elder Statesman, what is it now?
I'm afraid that you can't proceed with the wedding ceremony yet.
Elder Statesman, you sound so arrogant!
The king is the ruler of Taiyuan Kingdom.
Apart from the former king, who dares to halt the wedding?
Do you assume to be possessed by the former king?
General Zhao, you're right.
The king is bestowed with the right to rule by the gods.
How can any ordinary man be too full of himself?
What if...
the one standing up there isn't of the royal Xuanyuan lineage?
Those words are enough to get you killed!
I'm utterly devoted and loyal to the royal Xuanyuan family!
Heaven and Earth are my witnesses!
Ever since I became an official
Taiyuan Kingdom has always been my foremost priority!
However, today...
If I know that it's an impostor standing before me
and I still kowtow to him...
it would be an insult to my court uniform!
That would truly get me sentenced to death!
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