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♫ Pushing open the windows and looking out, the scenery is breathtaking ♫
♫ The beauty of the spring flower is unforgettable ♫
♫ Lush and ruthless, but always fascinating ♫
♫ Getting drunk alone, I temporarily forget your scent ♫
♫ Beside the broken bridge, loneliness hid under the rocks ♫
♫ The liveliness belongs to the passerbys ♫
♫ Drowning my sorrows with wine, the prosperity can't hide the sorrow ♫
♫ I'm left with the deep feelings alone, missing you with nothing to rely on ♫
♫ I don't wish to admit that this was just a dream ♫
♫ I don't want to see the separation, everything for naught ♫
♫ Past midnight, I allow the sound of the flute to ponder upon the past ♫
♫ I'm drunk tonight, hugging the shadow to sleep ♫
[Episode 32]
Da Yao Yao, my brother was afraid that something would happen to me again.
He had to find that many people to protect me.
He Lianxuan.
How do you know my brother's name?
General He Lian has a good reputation. Everyone knows him.
Do you mind my family business?
In the past, if I knew I had made a friend with such important connections,
I would have been so happy.
What about now then?
Now, I just wish you were an ordinary person.
I don't want to have anything to do with princes, generals, or officials.
Was it you who saved me?
They said a girl rescued me when I fell into the water.
I thought they were lying.
You are the one who saved me.
Da Yao Yao, thank you.
I know you saved me.
You... let go!
Well...
Do you really not like me, Da Yao Yao?
You are really like a child.
I know you are not a status seeker.
But I had no choice but to be born in the He family.
Don't ignore me, all right?
I don't care what kind of person I might seem like to others,
- but in front of you, I'm always that Little Jing Jing who likes to eat. - I wasn't ignoring you.
Look, my tongue hasn't recovered. You will have to help me taste the food.
How could I push you away?
- Little Jing Jing. - Da Yao Yao.
Here!
My food is burning!
Master Zhang's birthday is in a few days.
Do you think we should bring Chunfeng?
You mean Zhang Zhao?
Find an excuse and get out of it. Send some gifts.
Why?
Master Zhang is close to the Prince.
Look at the Prince's situation.
Prince Yu was already deposed. If the Emperor doesn't forgive the Prince...
Be quiet!
How can we guess the Emperor's mind?
Also, being popular with the Prince is not a good thing.
Have you forgotten that man, Xie Wanchou?
When you fought the war in the past, you weren't like this.
You're just a woman.
Taking care of the children and our family is enough for you.
Don't mind other's business.
Master Ji, you let me win.
Chunfeng!
I will leave you to it.
Chunfeng! Come!
Chunfeng, why are you working so hard today?
Not playing with your wooden toys?
Master, listen to yourself.
Chunfeng has to grow up some day. Right?
Say it, Chunfeng.
Father, Ximin invades our borders constantly.
I don't think I should fool around all day anymore.
I need to practice martial arts more
and finish the job you haven't finished.
Haven't finished?
I'm asking you then.
What's your opinion on the division in the court about whether to fight them or not?
Practicing martial arts for Ximin.
So you think we should fight them?
Say it with courage.
Chunfeng, we discussed this before.
Don't be afraid. Be brave and tell your father.
Yes.
Ximin and our empire have been fighting for a few decades.
Both sides are exhausted from the war.
The difference between fighting and not fighting...
is mainly the difference between diplomacy and war.
If we choose not to fight, civilian officials will benefit; and if we fight, the generals will benefit.
But...
But what?
You haven't fought in a war for so long.
We might as well...
observe the situation and not offend either side.
But what you said just now contradicts what you said before.
Well...
Master, Chunfeng is our eldest son.
He should be good in both strategy and martial arts.
In politics, there should be some wiggle room.
I think what Chunfeng said and did are not only not contradicting,
but he also resembles you in your youth.
Chunfeng has really grown up.
I need to remind you, Chunyu is still not dead.
Chunyu is the only heir in our Hou mansion.
Master!
Fine. Chunyu is the heir.
But he has been missing for so many years.
How do you know you can find him now when you've had no luck all these years?
We put up that notice such a long time ago. No news whatsoever.
The position of the heir can't always be empty.
I am not dead yet.
Master Hou! Something big happened.
What? Speak!
The heir is back!
Chunyu?
Older Brother!
Young Master, you're back.
Qing Liu...
Young Master, it's good that you're back.
Who are you? Who let you in here?
- I am here to serve you, Young Master. - Get out.
- Young Master! - Get out!
My Lady.
What? You just got back and you're getting angry so fast?
Qing Liu is dead. Don't play the same trick twice.
Xia Chunyu, is this how you talk to your mother?
You're so sensitive.
I made this outfit for Chunfeng.
Only the heir of Hou Manor can wear it. You two are not the same size.
Don't you think it's not the right fit?
Chunfeng gave this outfit to me.
If you're not happy, I can change.
If you're gone, just be gone.
Why would you return? Staying somewhere you don't belong.
It will be very tough.
Believe it or not...
I am not here to fight for anything this time.
Father is expecting me in the hall. Excuse me.
Mr. Golden Tongue. Please.
This is so soft and chewy.
The milk tastes so creamy. Delicious!
Tasteful.
What a delicate and silky flavor.
How can this heavenly delicacy be found on earth?
I like a well-educated foodie.
Red beans. Custard.
They each have their own flavors and when they get mixed up...
it's so good!
That's good!
What is this made out of?
Have you seen a plowing cow?
Yes.
Cows have to do a lot of farm work so they have a lot of strength.
Their milk is the creamiest.
Only this kind of milk can produce custard like this.
There's also egg yolk.
It's eggs boiled with milk.
The red beans have to be cooked with red sugar.
This way the many flavors will bring out each other.
Egg. Raw sugar. Milk and red beans.
Four ordinary food ingredients.
You can make such an amazing delicacy from them. You're a god.
It's not because I'm a god.
It's because you're from ancient times.
Right. You think this is good?
I am relieved.
I will freeze it. In this capital city,
3 taels for one bowl in the central area. That's not too much is it?
It's a little expensive.
I'm telling you. The cold plum juice?
It's only a few silver coins.
Is that so?
I have to make it go viral on the Internet then.
Viral?
That way the customers are not only buying the product but also a curiosity.
I found out you're not only a good cook.
You're also a good business woman.
Of course!
My first wish is to be the Number One chef of the area.
My second wish...
is to open my own restaurant. My third wish is to make it into a franchise and open a lot of stores.
Make a lot of money and become the richest woman of this dynasty!
Becoming the main chef? You already are.
The boss told me to tell you to replace Liu Qisheng.
He also said...
Wait... I was wondering why...
How could I become the main chef when I didn't do anything?
Was it you? Was it for your favor?
No. How is that possible?
I won't become the main chef out of pity.
Wait, no, no, no. It was my fault.
I promise not to meddle with your business ever again.
Forget it. I wasn't so noble after all.
I have made a plan.
About how to sell this red bean milk custard.
I will be able to become the main chef on my own.
Look. Bichun Bubble Water.
What's this? So many bubbles.
Will I become a fish if I drink this?
With bubbles coming out of my mouth?
Da Yao Yao's special ingredients.
If you don't want to drink it, give it back.
I will, I will drink it.
How is it? I made this before,
but I revamped the recipe and added a kind of peach juice.
I think that it would taste better. What do you think?
I think...
I feel like lots of bugs are jumping on my tongue.
The flavor of peach is refreshing.
Such a good taste.
So well educated.
What's next is the best companion of red bean custard.
Bichun Bubble Water. I already came up with the commercial.
"Bichun Bubble Water. Cool with a refreshing good taste."
I am here to pay respect to the ancestors of the Xia family.
Your blessings made Chunyu come back safely.
This is my luck.
If you don't need me, I'll leave now.
Stop, Chunyu!
It's been so many years. Let me take a good look at you.
What? You can't remember how I look?
You don't think I'm an imposter. Right?
What are you talking about?
All these years, I have been trying to find you.
I was begging the gods to reunite us.
Why would you go to that Black Wind Fortress...
as soon as you came back,
instead of contacting your family?
What do you think?
You did it on purpose.
So-called disappearing on that beach.
That was just your trick.
Why? I am so repulsive to you as a father?
Why would you come back?
Was it for the Prince Yu who was deposed?
It's good that you know it.
You left for him
and came back for him.
Have you thought about our family and your father?
If anyone knew the Hou Manor was hiding a deposed prince...
Why are you still only thinking only about yourself?
Have you forgotten what happened in the Wangyuan Pavillion entirely?
You haven't changed.
I was so naive.
Xie family business is not what you think.
I don't want to hear this!
Chunyu, people need to have different responsibilities in different stages of life.
When you take my place and become the Master of Hou Manor...
you will know the difficult position I am in.
I am not here to become the heir.
Chunfeng can have the position as the heir.
You and Chunfeng are both my sons.
I know your capabilities well.
If I wanted to change the heir,
I wouldn't wait till today.
Do whatever you like then.
You...
Son, your stubbornness makes you look more and more like the Princess.
But whatever, it's so good that you're back.
Where are you going?
Mother.
No need to hide it. Are you going to see Xia Chunyu?
Mother.
How could you give away the outfit I prepared for you to someone else?
Mother, my older brother is not "someone else"--
Shut up!
How could you not understand who I was doing this for?
Mother, it's because I understand.
That's why I listened to you. I don't know anything about martial arts,
but I have to work with Master Ji and put on a show in front of father.
I don't care about politics.
I still had to talk about a war with Ximin with father.
I know you want me to be the heir.
I didn't want to disappoint you at first, but my brother is back now.
What's the big issue if I give him back what belongs to him?
Big issue?
What about all that I've done for you?
Mother, I--
What did you want to say?
Brother is better than me in everything. He should be the heir of the Hou Manor.
I didn't want to get involved in politics in the first place. I just like...
It doesn't matter what you like.
What's important is... my son...
has to be the real Xia Master.
Understand?
Chunfeng, I know you have a good nature.
You love your brother.
But have you even thought about your mother?
One day you'll have to choose between your brother and your mother.
Do you understand?
Here. Everyone pay attention!
Sorry to inform everyone...
Because of the ingredients required to make cold desserts,
we only offer...
fifty bowls every day. First come first served.
I will buy ten bowls and sell them then!
To make sure everyone gets some,
I hereby announce...
everyone can only buy one bowl per day.
One bowl?
It's already so expensive!
Why are you yelling?
I was in front of you!
Hit me then!
Don't come.
Don't be afraid everyone.
I am here to line up, too.
Let's keep lining up.
Xiao Jing Jing, what's the matter?
Da Yao Yao, it was all my fault.
I will never come to Tianshang Hall as the Young Master from the General He Manor again.
I will make the troops stop following me.
I never had many friends growing up.
I am so happy these days working with you.
Don't kick me out, all right?
I am not kicking you out.
But you have to understand this is "hungry sales."
The more limited a product is, the more interested the customers are.
If you get special treatment, that will affect my reputation.
Everyone else lined up for nothing.
Although I may not know what you're saying,
I know, listening to you is always right!
What are you doing?
Boss, I'm sorry.
The chaos in the shop was all my fault.
I will try to make it up to you.
You were at fault!
Wait, it was all a misunderstanding.
Boss, I'm begging you, don't fire me.
Your fault was... you made us so much money,
why wouldn't you become the master chef?
I know, you're abandoning us and leaving for someone else?
No, absolutely not!
Look at the red bean custard. We only sell fifty bowls per day.
But we are full every day.
The people lining up get tired and will then sit to eat in our restaurant.
Then, people see such a long line.
They will all come in. Therefore, our business is doing much better.
Boss, you're so smart.
I will reward your recent efforts!
How much?
50 taels!
- Wow, it's like a six month's paycheck! - Forget it if you don't want it!
I want it!
♫ Hey, hey, yo, yo... All you homies
♫ Drop your work and look my way.
♫ Red bean custard was invented by me.
♫ Steaming the milk would be doing me a favor.
♫ Take the 50 taels.
Take it all!
Wait, wait!
No matter what, the money has to be well spent.
Starting tomorrow, we shall work harder!
Good!
50 taels! Divided by the number of us,
it will be as much as our monthly pay!
Right!
This will be considered my gift to everyone.
I will have more opportunities in the future if we continue selling like this!
Good!
Thanks to everyone! Thanks to everyone!
Older Brother!
Chunfeng!
I missed you so much! You've gotten so much taller!
Sit down.
Right, Older Brother. Taste these cakes!
Relax. This is not made by mother.
I kept an eye on the chef when he made it. No problem.
All these years. I don't know if your taste changed.
So I made the cakes we used to love as kids.
It's sweet. Remember?
You're not like the others.
You have been kind since you were little. I know you.
I am stupid. Not good at talking either.
But even in my dreams, I wish you and Mother could make up.
Older Brother, do you know?
I only like those wooden toys.
I don't want to be the heir.
All these years, when you were gone, I carved...
one every year so I don't forget I have a brother.
Are you lying? You've been carving this for a year and still not finished?
No, no, no, that's not it.
T-This is new.
I have sent the finished one to Princess Liu Li.
Right, brother.
Do you remember Liu Li?
She missed you more than I did.
I remember her.
If you have a minute, go visit her in the palace.
She asked me to give you this.
She said you can bring this to meet her in the palace.
Master Heir, His Highness is awake.
He's awake?
Chunfeng, I will talk to you later.
Let's go!
Older Brother!
Your Highness, how are you?
Who are you?
Prince Yu, you don't remember me?
Prince Yu?
What's going on?
Doctor said he has blood in his brain.
He doesn't remember a thing.
Will he get better?
So I am a prince?
I'm pretty impressive!
You are no longer the prince.
I suddenly remembered something.
I have a good friend named Xia Chunyu.
We agreed that we will go travel out to sea together. I will go and find him!
Wait, don't go!
I have to! We made a pact!
He was in a rush to escape from his family. I have to rescue him.
Do you really not recognize me?
Are you a friend of Xia Chunyu's? Do you know him?
You remember about traveling on the sea.
Do you remember Black Wind Fortress?
By chance, and the Magnificent Army?
I don't understand what you're saying.
Think about it.
Mingyu.
My head hurts.
Mingyu!
Lie down!
Don't use the doctors in the manor.
I will find a doctor from outside. You take good care of him.
Master Heir!
Mengyun, what are you doing?
Our Highness did many things to hurt you.
But he's already like this.
We don't have anyone else to rely on other than you.
Xia Chunyu is here to see the Emperor.
Long live the Emperor in good health and prosperity.
Please get up.
I thank you, Your Majesty.
You're the future Duke of Jing'an.
You just did a heroic act for the Empire. Why would you call yourself a commoner?
I know nothing about politics, I'd embarrass Your Majesty.
I can't take such a responsibility.
I came back not to become an official.
Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
Why are you here to see me?
Let me guess... For Mingyu?
I know you've been close since you were little.
You've seen it clearly. I came back for the former Prince Yu.
Do you know I could charge you with a crime just for saying "Prince Yu"?
If you're going to beg forgiveness for him,
I suggest you think twice. Your father fought in wars all his life.
He just wants a peaceful retirement. It didn't come easy.
I dare not. I am just here to tell you a story.
Tell me then.
King Shun of ancient times had a brother named Xiang.
Shun was beloved by his people.
Xiang was very jealous of Shun.
He tried to frame Shun many times.
Xiang and Shun's father...
Gusou,
knew that Xiang
tried to kill his brother but never put a stop to it.
How dare you?
Are you saying I'm like Gusou?
I dare not. You are a brilliant emperor.
Gusou was a peasant.
How could he be compared to you?
You're still a smooth talker.
Fine. I will tell you a story, too.
A bird in Yanzhou was named Xiao.
It nurtured its chick for a hundred days.
The chick got all its feathers, ate the mother, and flew away. Mingyu is my blood, too.
How could I not care about his safety?
I misunderstood. I just want to tell you...
someone tried to assassinate Mingyu a few days ago.
Now he has lost his memory. He's useless now.
You're saying Mingyu...
Your Majesty, I just want you to keep him alive.
I understand it now.
You came back to the Duke's manor for Mingyu?
I order you to go back right away.
Take good care of Mingyu for me. You can be assured...
that I will warn the Crown Prince.
It's like what you said, if not for Gusou, Xiang wouldn't have caused such chaos.
I thank you for all your grace.
Long live the Emperor in good health and prosperity.
Xiaoya, do I look nice in this new outfit?
Of course. Everything looks good on you.
Let's go out and greet him later.
You mean Young Master Xia?
Isn't he coming into the palace today?
He did come into the palace.
But he has already left.
How is that possible? Chunfeng must not have given him the glass hairpin or given him my message!
I don't think so. The second Xia Young Master always does exactly what you tell him.
I don't believe it. You go ask him.
- Go! - Yes.
Stop!
Leave!
What were you doing?
Where are your manners?
Master,
I'm all right.
This fellow stole my pouch.
This money bag was mine. I caught you in the act.
That's bullshit!
You're bullying others because you're the butler. You made Xiao Zhuizi give you 3 taels every month.
His mother was sick and he couldn't afford her treatment.
This money is his!
Xiao Zhuizi, is this true?
It's not like that. This guy stole the butler's money. It has nothing to do with me.
Xiao Zhuizi, that's not what you just said.
Chunyu, your butler is not a good person.
He's taking money from his subordinates.
I am just seeking justice.
Did I take your money?
No.
What are you afraid of? Just tell the truth.
All right. It's all a misunderstanding. Just leave now.
Thank you, Young Master.
Let's go.
Chunyu, how could that be a misunderstanding?
Hey!
Where are you going?
You're just like them. Don't know what's right and what's wrong. I won't live here.
Where are you going then?
None of your business.
What are you laughing at?
I am laughing because even though you fell out of favor, you got something back.
What does that mean? I don't understand.
The butler is the Madame's person. No good can come out of having conflicts with him.
But I am a master in this manor as well.
I will find a chance to make him spill those taels and then kick him out.
You believed me?
Of course.
- Your Highness. Young Master. Why are you out here?
Right. He said I'm not a "Highness," so don't call me that.
Yes, Master.
Go get Mingyu his medicine.
Mengyun, there are so many people in this manor.
Everything for Mingyu...
no matter if it's food, water, or daily needs, everything need to be carefully examined.
Yes.
Chunyu, were we really good friends?
Of course.
Xia Chunyu, I remember the name.
But I really don't remember what you look like.
Do you remember this? You gave me this.
I always carry it with me.
Things change, but I believe some things will never change.
Look. They are all here.
Go away. Don't follow me.
But General...
- Xiao Jing? - Brother Chunyu.
Don't follow me.
Chunyu is good at martial arts. What can happen to me with him here?
Older Brother Chunyu.
At ease.
Yes.
So you want me here so no one follows you all day?
Brother Chunyu, not only that,
I also think you're not like all those other royals.
You don't act like a royal and no one follows you around.
I'm telling you, Da Yao Yao would definitely like you.
Da Yao Yao?
A friend I just know. He's a really good cook.
He should be busy now. I will introduce you later.
He's good at cooking?
He's not only a great cook.
He's also...
the smartest person I've ever met.
I should thank Liu Qisheng for locking us up together.
Now that I think of it, I didn't even have the chance to eat and sleep together with him.
You ate and slept together?
Subbing and Timing brought to you by the Ancient Modern Chef Team @Viki
♫ Look at my attack, this speed is so advanced ♫
♫ My prominent name will cut off your devilish lies ♫
♫ So whether you are a scout or a recruiter ♫
♫ I will get involved in this trouble, since most heroes are youths ♫
♫ In day and in night, I am like a tireless horse ♫
♫ I can use all weapons, like knives, guns, sticks, and clubs ♫
♫ My internal strength grows exponentially ♫
♫ Everyone is trying to figure out how to attack and defeat me ♫
♫ What's to fear? I live freely ♫
♫ I bring trouble because of my reputation ♫
♫ Uninvited guests, take this punch ♫
♫ Liars, watch out for the cars and boats ♫
♫ Almost forgot to tell you that with nunchucks in my hands, ♫
♫ I am so skilled that no other weapons can compare ♫
♫ It takes control of my body, and it takes no effort to defeat you ♫
♫ My righteous aura will trample all lowlives underfoot ♫
♫ Please don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫
♫ Don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫
♫ I only need one breath to sink my breath to my lower stomach ♫
♫ Fighting skills are not used to gain advantages ♫
♫ The loyalty inside my heart allows my blood to flow smoothly ♫
♫ My strong zeal is for my brothers ♫
♫ So I've been repeatedly making it slowly assimilate into my body ♫
♫ To become my fatal poison, I must be very familiar with it ♫
♫ Every time I look at my strong arm, I swear to become this world's number one master ♫
♫ What's to fear? I live freely ♫
♫ I bring trouble because of my reputation ♫
♫ Uninvited guests, take this punch ♫
♫ Liars, watch out for the cars and boats ♫
♫ I have a loyal and righteous heart, but I keep a low profile ♫
♫ Martial morality will always come first, and not even thunder can break this faith ♫
♫ In the future when my name is mentioned, not many stories will come up ♫
♫ They'll say I trained hard, had a bitter willpower, and slept on the streets everyday ♫
♫ Please don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫
♫ Don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫
♫ Don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫
♫ Don't come near me, I can play it by ear ♫
♫ Even if you guard left and right, you can't withstand three of my hits ♫
♫ With my brandish weapons, I'll beat you to the ground ♫
♫ With just nunchucks, I can knock you down ♫