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[Legend of Fuyao]
[Episode 47]
3,000 men against 300,000 men.
They don't stand a chance.
You'll have to borrow some soldiers.
It's a huge world out there.
Who can he borrow soldiers from?
Aren't you the crown prince?
Can't Tianquan help out?
The Imperial City may reign over the five kingdoms
but we're not authorized to interfere with domestic affairs.
I can easily lend you the soldiers
but without the tally of Tiansha
they'll be blocked at the border.
Where else can we borrow soldiers from within Tiansha?
Prince Lie... are you thinking what I'm thinking?
It seems that... we'll have to go to Geya Desert again.
You mustn't!
This...
Running into the Black Wind Cavalry on the ice field wasn't a coincidence.
Those 3,000 men are just the tip of the iceberg.
I'm going to bring back all of the Black Wind Cavalry under the desert.
What's this about the Black Wind Cavalry under the desert?
During the Battle of Qiongcang
the Black Wind Cavalry was the elite army.
But some troops were bribed by a handsome reward
and betrayed the five kingdoms towards the end.
They nearly turned the war around.
After the war, the traitors from the Black Wind Cavalry
vanished in Geya Desert.
Since then, the Black Wind Cavalry of Tiansha
was given the duty of safeguarding.
Since Old Master Zhou was framed
all of the Black Wind Cavalry was almost wiped out 15 years ago.
Only 3,000 to 4,000 of them survived.
They guarded Geya Desert for generations.
But they couldn't put up a fight.
What exactly are they safeguarding then?
Those men betrayed the five kingdoms.
They betrayed their own blood.
But they didn't know that the price of their betrayal
was that they'd be confined by the power of Qiongcang for eternity.
They can never leave.
Like being imprisoned in Geya for generations.
All in all, they have been tormented for thousands of years.
Geya Desert is a bizarre place.
The cursed Black Wind Cavalry appears from time and time.
In the five kingdoms, they're also known as the secret army.
Is there no one to safeguard them
now that you've taken the Black Wind Cavalry?
The Black Dragon Sword is the key to command and restrain the secret army.
Now that the sword has seen the light of day again
the secret army wouldn't dare to take action.
But they won't stay still for too long either.
Are you going to meet up with the secret army?
You mustn't!
No!
The secret army is just a tale told to hoodwink children!
No one has ever seen them.
Besides... Geya Desert can eat people up!
You can't put your life at risk!
The princess is right.
The war took place thousands of years ago.
We don't even know if the secret army really exists.
Even if they do exist, what may have become of them?
- It'll be all right. - It's too dangerous, General.
The secret army of Tiansha in Geya Desert.
I can confirm that they really exist.
Yes.
I've seen them.
It was rumored that I nearly died in Geya Desert.
That was true.
It was said that I became as stiff as metal from the petrification disease.
That was also true.
Fortunately, I carry Supreme Master's Pouch of the Universe on me at all times.
That's how I can connect to Qiongcang at anytime.
Ingot also traveled through the pouch to find the Muling Berry for me.
But Ingot was away for a long time.
I was already on the verge of death.
It was right then...
That I saw the secret army.
Fortunately, Ingot got back in time.
Otherwise, I wouldn't have survived.
Actually...
After the Battle of Yao City...
in my dream, I went to Geya Desert with Zhan Bei Ye.
I also saw the secret army.
I must go there then.
Even if they do exist
you said that they were confined by divine powers.
If you go to them, are you sure you can get them under control?
I--
The two of you...
You're not sure.
Right?
You're the only one who has the right to decide.
I may not be able to subdue them.
I may not make it back alive either.
But this is the only solution.
All right... all right now.
All right now.
Didn't I say that I had made up my mind to take this path?
I have to take back what's mine.
Whatever the obstacle, however hard it is
I have to keep going.
All right.
The blood of the royal Zhan family runs in my veins.
I'm destined to accomplish this mission.
However slim the chances may be
I have to live up to my deceased comrades.
I have to live up to those who are hanging in there for me.
Isn't that right?
Yes!
Since you've made up your mind
I'll draw you a map of the secret army's location
from what I can remember.
There's no time to lose. Start preparing, quickly.
All right.
Since it's so dangerous there, we'll accompany you.
Don't be in a hurry.
We have other matters to attend to.
On top of what I just said, add another three layers of security.
Lock down the palace at 5 p.m. instead.
After sunset, anyone who enters the palace
must report to the Inner Court.
I understand.
In order to wipe out Prince Lie's past subordinates
we've arrested many high-ranking officials.
There are even generals among them.
There are many vacant military positions now.
Shouldn't we put an end to this now?
Of course not.
I won't give Zhan Bei Ye any chance to stage a comeback.
Now that Gu Ling Feng is dead
who will take charge of the Gold of Tiansha?
Bei Heng, are you thinking of taking over?
I'm a man of little talent and knowledge.
I'm not fit for it.
The Gold of Tiansha are the most elite of all guards defending the palace.
I'll have to select and train another commander
who will follow my every command.
You mean...
you want me to approach Zhan Nan Cheng?
Zhan Nan Cheng is very cunning.
We may not even defeat him with tens of thousands of soldiers.
We have to plant someone by his side, to win his trust
to collaborate from within and ensure that everything goes as planned.
But it won't be easy to infiltrate the palace.
How can I do it?
Gu Ling Feng just died recently.
The Gold of Tiansha needs a commander now.
According to their protocol, they will select one soon.
This is our best opportunity.
You mean to have me disguised as a man to take part in some selection process
and risk getting beaten up
so that I can take over the Gold of Tiansha?
Exactly.
I... If I get selected, do I have to fawn over that old fellow, Zhan Nan Cheng?
Are you just going to sit and watch then?
Will you do it?
I will.
Listen, Zhan Nan Cheng is very petty.
He loves snatching things from others.
How could let go of anything I like?
We'll have to use a trick or two to ensure that it goes as planned.
[Gold of Tiansha]
This is the qualifying match for the Gold of Tiansha's commander
the General of True Valiance.
It's the day to register for the match.
Respectable warriors, please sign up for the qualifying match.
There's no paper or ink on site and you won't be monitored.
Whatever the method
as long as you can carve your names onto the ice
the contract of True Valiance will be sealed.
Let's give it a try.
Be it victory or defeat, you're not to breach the contract.
I'll go first!
- Someone stepped forward. - Yes.
The one to win this match will be conferred as General of True Valiance
and can command the Gold of Tiansha.
The glory would be passed down for generations.
Of course.
The General of True Valiance is the highest position in Tiansha.
One man's glory is enough to offer his descendants a lifetime of luxury.
It's worth it, even if he has to risk his life.
Nan Cheng.
I delivered the invitation to Crown Prince personally
to invite him to the palace so he can judge the qualifying match.
Pick a few rare items and send them over.
We offended him because of Zhangsun Ping Rong.
We'll have to make an effort to win him over.
As for Prince Yi...
What is it?
We pledged an alliance with him.
So?
How could there be an ally for life?
Didn't Zhangsun Ping Rong just come here for the Englobement Bell?
Whoever is useful to me is my ally.
If Zhangsun Ping Rong doesn't understand that...
he shouldn't dream of becoming the crown prince.
In the past...
I placed my bets on Zhangsun Ping Rong due to misjudgment.
Now, I even have to make up for this mistake
at a hefty price, a dozen times more than what he paid me.
If I wish to tackle Crown Prince Wu Ji
I must first... get close to him.
Can he carve it in?
[Jiang Feng]
Amazing!
He's remarkable!
That fellow looks so frail but he has such a strong inner force.
Jiang Feng!
Why did you leave without a word?
Why are you hiding from me?
Crown Prince, you have so much to handle.
How could I dare to disturb you?
If I've offended you, you can tell me.
Why would you do this in a fit of anger?
There's a risk in qualifying for the Gold of Tiansha's commander.
I want to take a risk.
Even if I lose my life
it's still better than being called the Crown Prince's attendant.
I've practiced martial arts since I was a child.
I have the ambition to become a general.
If Your Highness can't give me such a chance
please don't hold me back.
If that's all Your Highness has to say, I'll take my leave.
How is Jiang Feng related to the crown prince?
Jiang Feng!
However they are related, it seems that he's quite the man.
This qualifying match won't be easy.
General, it's getting late.
We should cross the border.
Show yourself. Stop hiding.
I knew you'd follow me all the way here.
From now on, I'll take you with me.
It's so dangerous for a young lady to travel alone.
You're willing to let me tag along?
I've never disliked you.
But this journey is too dangerous for anyone else to be burdened by it.
It isn't a burden.
Fifth Brother, don't worry.
I won't make you worry about me.
Come on.
Fifth Brother...
From now on, I'll celebrate all your birthdays with you.
All five kingdoms bear witness to your prestige, Nan Cheng.
The qualifying match for the Gold of Tiansha's commander
has drawn great attention.
500 warriors have already signed up for it.
Even those from other kingdoms.
You're dismissed.
But the one I care most about is reluctant to be a part of it.
It's indeed baffling that Crown Prince refuses to attend such a lively event.
What do you think he's plotting?
He refuses to take my side, and yet he remains in Pan City.
I have to constantly worry that he might suffer some mishap in Tiansha
and get me into trouble.
I heard a rumor.
Crown Prince was at the registration venue earlier.
He was there looking for someone.
Who was it?
His name is Jiang Feng.
He's one of the competitors.
Crown Prince tried to persuade him to go back with him in front of a crowd.
His Highness said that he was worried about Jiang Feng's safety.
They had a bit of a squabble and seemed to be very close.
Who is this Jiang Feng?
I've looked into it.
He's the crown prince's Shadow Guard.
He has accompanied him since he was a child and never leaves his side.
The Shadow Guards from the Imperial City come and go like shadows.
But he's the only one who won Crown Prince's trust.
He's greatly favored and usually stays by the crown prince's side.
Acting is more tiring than practicing martial arts.
It's all because of your lame idea.
I won't play along next time.
If you can't handle it now, you're only going to suffer more later.
Fu Yao!
Doctor Zong has returned!
Doctor Zong.
Doctor... it's fine if you left without saying a word
but you even return so quietly.
Aren't you afraid of walking into Zhan Nan Cheng's trap?
You could be seeking your doom by returning.
There were scouts all around the house by the time I returned.
I believe my whereabouts have already been found out.
That's very good.
In a fit of anger, Jiang Feng signed up for the qualifying match.
He really cares about him.
It does seem that way.
Good!
How did things go?
Qi Zhen escaped.
Did Yun Hen... pardon him?
Not exactly.
He didn't kill Qi Zhen then because he wanted to imprison him for life.
Although I didn't agree with him, I couldn't force him to kill Qi Zhen.
But there was news that Qi Zhen fell critically ill
right after he was imprisoned.
"A noble man loves another on grounds of virtue."
"A villain's love of another is seen in his indulgence of him."
This isn't compassion.
It's cowardice.
You and your brother take different stands.
Qi Zhen is your arch enemy.
As for Yun Hen, Qi Zhen raised him for 18 years.
He has to seek revenge, but also repay his kindness.
Repay his kindness?
Yun Hen is repaying his kindness.
What about Qi Zhen?
He might very well be in hiding, awaiting his chance to strike back.
How can Yun Hen bear the responsibility of Taiyuan with such a personality?
No one is born to take lives.
There are some obstacles he must stumble upon on his own.
One day, when he's all bruised and bleeding, when he knows the pain...
Only then will he understand.
I'd still prefer it if things went smoothly for him.
What are your plans now?
I can't be at ease until Qi Zhen is dead.
How about this?
Instead of waiting aimlessly, why don't we lure him out?
How do you like that?
It must be my misfortune to have met the wrong friend.
You mean... Doctor Zong is going to take part
in that qualifying match too?
You're acting as Jiang Feng
so that you attract Zhan Nan Cheng's attention
for being close to Crown Prince.
So... what's Doctor Zong going there for?
Why are you so dumb?
Think about it.
Is Crown Prince worried you'll get hurt in the match
so he's sending Doctor Zong to save you?
You're so dumb!
Is that not it?
Think about it.
I'm Jiang Feng.
- I'm a Shadow Guard. - Right.
I haven't made a name for myself in all these years.
Serving at the crown prince's side
I have neither title nor fame.
Yet I have to put up with the Divine Physician
who snatched my only friend, the crown prince, away?
So I'm really dispirited.
I feel so upset.
You're not willing to serve Crown Prince anymore, out of jealousy.
Then, Zhan Nan Cheng will...
He'll want to win you over.
Exactly, it's all because of my jealousy.
So it's reasonable that I'm displeased and wish to seek another master, right?
Isn't it fun?
What about me?
What am I acting as? Have you decided?
What are you acting as? I want to join!
Why do you join in all the time?
You two...
You can act as the tree next to the crown prince.
It's the auspicious hour!
Is Crown Prince Wu Ji really going to miss out on this?
The royal carriage and attendants we sent are still waiting for him.
We don't know if Crown Prince Wu Ji will show up or not.
I've already done all that I can.
I've followed formal etiquette and extended my courtesy.
He wants to throw his airs about?
Does he have to do it right under my nose?
Isn't he deliberately trying to make me look bad?
Where are the contestants?
What are they competing in for the first round?
Hunting.
Since the day they registered for the match
all the contestants were made to tie a white ribbon on themselves.
Today, they will all be prey to skilled assassins in the city.
I've already given orders.
Anyone with a white ribbon is not to be spared.
Whoever arrives at the venue safely is considered to have escaped the hunt.
Only the ones who make it to Wintry Hall alive
will pass this round.
Who are you?
Who sent you here?
This is the first round of the qualifying match.
We received orders to assassinate all the contestants.
Only the survivors can go to Wintry Hall for the second round.
How many usually survive?
Only about a tenth.
Young Master, please set out to Wintry Hall immediately.
The contestants are only seeking officialdom in Tiansha.
When did they harm anyone?
Why should innocent lives be taken so lightly?
This is just a match.
They had to stoop to such a brutal method.
Brutal?
Whoever calls this brutal must either be wet behind his ears
or knows nothing of what the Gold of Tiansha does.
The Gold of Tiansha is a troop of soldiers chosen from survivors.
Which commander doesn't have blood on his hands?
I understand this principle.
That's why I designed the first round this way.
Bei Heng, you know me so well.
The Gold of Tiansha's commander must first be able to survive.
If the contestants don't even understand that
they deserve to die.
Nan Cheng, you're absolutely right.
How long do we have to wait before it gets lively in here?
It should be soon.
The gate to Wintry Hall will close once the incense burns out.
Even those who survive, but don't make it to the palace in time
will be disqualified.
Crown Prince Wu Ji has arrived!
I thought that Your Highness found Tiansha so shabby and boring
that I couldn't invite you over again.
When the King of Tiansha invited me with such great hospitality...
why wouldn't I show up?
After you.
Your Highness, are you waiting for someone?
Greetings, My King!
- Greetings, My King! - Greetings, My King!
Greetings, My King!
- Greetings, My King! - Greetings, My King!
It seems that my illness can't be cured.
Unless... Zong Yue was here.
You're all skilled warriors.
You've all come for the position of the Gold of Tiansha's commander.
I won't elaborate much more.
Once this match concludes
the winner will be the Gold of Tiansha's new commander and also conferred
as Tiansha's General of True Valiance!
You'll enjoy a lifetime of luxury!
I specially designed this qualifying match.
Don't let me down.
Get up!
Qi Yun? What is she doing here?
That is one of Tiansha's treasures.
I'd like you to retrieve it for me.
Whoever retrieves it wins this round.
However, once the fire is lit and the string snaps...
If the treasure falls, I win the match.
This is the venue of the match.
If you wish to retrieve the treasure, you have to step out of this zone.
But if you touch the blades, you'll be disqualified.
Not to mention being stabbed to death by the blades.
Begin!
The match begins!
It seems that Your Highness has run into a friend?
He has served by my side since he entered the palace when he was five.
We've spent many years together, so he's a bit spoiled and arrogant.
Now he's throwing a small tantrum.
He insists on taking part in the qualifying match.
Should he really get into any trouble, please don't mind him.
Is it the young man in the checkered outfit?
Indeed.
Who is that?
- Zong Yue. - The Divine Physician?
Doctor Zong?
He's also a close friend I've known for years.
One is my childhood friend and the other, my most trusted friend.
Who do I root for?
Your Highness is a man of sentiment.
That's good! That's very good.
I'm no match for you.
Do as you please.
I'm Tang Yi Zhong of Xuanji Kingdom!
Thank you!
Yue.
Doctor Zong, you're well known throughout the five kingdoms.
Why would you vie for a position with a nobody like me?
I was wondering who it was.
It's just one of Wu Ji's Shadow Guards.
You're right.
I don't care about this position.
But I just don't want you to win.
You're no match for me.
Give up.
That's exactly what I wanted to say.
Nan Cheng, I have a favor to ask of you today.
Could both of them have the title?
At this rate, one of them will get hurt.
Don't bother!
I don't need Crown Prince to offer me a position out of pity!
Jiang Feng, you--
Zong Yue!
Great!
Bei Ye...
It's Grand Consort Jing.
It's only interesting if we use a living person as bait.
If I hadn't made it in time to catch her, what would've happened?
- She would've died. - You--
What is it?
Do you have an opinion?
My King, you should have said so earlier.
The treasure dangling there was actually a woman.
When I reached for the sack, my arm was almost crushed.
If I had gotten hurt because of her
My King, you would've had to pay quite a price for it.
You do have a point.
Fortunately, you're all right.
Since you've won the qualifying match
I'll confer you the title as promised.
It's about time I show you the Gold of Tiansha.
What's the matter?
Your Highness, what do you mean by this?
He's a Shadow Guard from the Imperial City of Tianquan.
He has accompanied me for years.
We're as close as siblings.
I hope that you won't take my friend away from me.
I'm just following rules.
I can't let this young man feel wronged.
Your Highness.
You promised me, if I won the qualifying match
whether I leave or stay would be entirely up to me.
I did promise you that, but how could I have known that you'd win?
I never thought--
You never cared about me.
That's right.
I was born a commoner, I'm just a nobody.
I'm nothing but someone who accompanied you since childhood!
In the end, I'm nothing compared to the Divine Physician.
Why are you acting like this?
The qualifying match for the Gold of Tiansha's commander
isn't just some random game I came up with.
The news of the match is known to all.
Many across the five kingdoms are waiting to hear the results.
I'll have to make a final decision.
- Zhan-- - Besides...
Crown Prince's Shadow Guard is a young, talented, and valiant man.
He's also very good-looking.
Among all the skilled competitors, he managed to win the match.
Your Highness has trained him well.
I won't turn down such a nice bargain.
Thank you, My King.
If I didn't need to help Zhan Bei Ye accomplish his goal
I would've killed that bastard in the palace today!
You were right to hold back.
Fortunately, Zhan Bei Ye wasn't present.
If he saw that Grand Consort Jing was--
I don't dare to think about it.
That's how vicious Zhan Nan Cheng is.
He deliberately put Grand Consort Jing in such danger.
He's really too vicious!
If Zhan Bei Ye was here, he would've definitely rescued her.
Then, he'd walk right into the trap.
We must take Zhan Bei Ye's throne back soon.
It disgusts me to see Zhan Nan Cheng on the throne.
Of course.
Once you take command of the Gold of Tiansha
you'll have access to all the secrets in the palace of Tiansha.
Zhan Bei Ye will command his army from outside.
We'll collaborate with him from within.
But you must bear one thing in mind.
No matter how much you dislike Zhan Nan Cheng
you must keep acting.
Winning his trust is as good as having him in a chokehold.
Don't worry.
With you, Crown Prince Wu Ji, and Divine Physician Zong Yue around
I, Jiang Feng, will soon become Zhan Nan Cheng's new pet.
Zhan Nan Cheng has always been suspicious of everything.
He doubts everyone but himself.
Even if Fu Yao manages to get on his good side
it will still be hard for her to get the Gold of Tiansha's military power.
What we need to do now is take two steps.
First, we must get Zhan Nan Cheng to truly trust her.
Second, we have to make him doubt everyone but her.
Is something troubling you?
I'm fine.
There's an exquisite tea house.
I'll take you there.
Walk properly!
I... What have I taught you?
You don't have any manners!
Chief Eunuch Li.
What brings you here personally?
I hate to say it but another one of the young ones serving the king has died.
Eunuch Hua, pick one to replace him, quickly.
Don't keep the king distracted from his work.
These children just joined.
They haven't even learned the proper etiquette yet.
Doesn't this one look quite witty?
I'll pick him.
No... this child joined three days ago.
He can only do miscellaneous chores.
This... If the king finds fault with him...
The young ones die every other day serving the king.
How can we send one of our apprentices?
These amateurs are the most suitable.
We'll just keep recruiting if more of them die.
Neither of us would feel bad, right?
I understand.
You!
Hurry up!
Follow Eunuch Li to attend to the king!
Hurry up!
Quickly.
Keep going!
Keep up!
None of you have any manners.
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