[Dimsum.Asia Ver] E03 Princess Silver -♥ Hafiz Adam ♥- http://twitter.com/hafizadam
Episode 3
Have you seen this before?
Try to recall the details.
This belonged to the deceased. It was found here.
But the content is missing.
I really have no idea.
Let's go.
Your Highness, are you all right?
Xiao Sha, this is Long Yue.
Come with me.
There is a secret passage to the alley.
It's safer for Your Highness to use this exit.
Sir Zhao dropped this pouch just now.
If the authority comes for investigation,
be cautious.
Yes, I will handle this matter with cautions.
You should know by now this is no simple matter.
I understand now why Sir Zhao insisted on meeting you.
The evidence he was holding...
would only be useful when they are in your hands, Brother.
Only you can go up against the force behind the case.
But sadly, Sir Zhao is killed.
We need to find more information on that lady.
Wait, Brother.
I thought you are not interested in women.
I noticed just now you had your eyes on her.
What's wrong? Are you having feelings for her?
This is very unusual.
Everyone is waiting in the dining hall.
Your Highness, please present yourself at the hall.
What are you doing?
I apologize for making it such a fuss for you.
But I don't have much of an appetite.
Go without me.
Enjoy yourself with the foods heartily.
Yes, Your Highness.
Your Highness, I was keeping watch outside the room.
I never saw you coming in. How did you get in here?
I was so scared just now.
I have Xiao Sha with me, I have my ways.
My mother passed away when I was four years old.
But Lady Yun took pity on me.
She brought me to the palace and raised me there.
I still remember the days I was haunted by nightmares.
I couldn't fall asleep.
It was Lady Yun that kept me company all the time.
She played me the song of a vessel flute until I fell asleep.
For me,
Lady Yun is like a mother to me.
Brother.
I know the very sight of me was a nuisance for you.
You felt like I took Lady Yun from you.
You kept ignoring me.
But when someone picked on me,
the first person that stood up for me...
is none other but you.
Just because you are bringing up the memories...
doesn't mean I will help with this investigation.
Brother, the culprit is no normal killer.
Their identities and background,
the authorities have no records on them.
Are we going to let Sir Zhao die in vain?
Brother, for the sake of Lady Yun,
we can just...
Did I say something wrong again?
You have been following me for years.
You should know well not to overstep.
These are not the matter we should be discussing.
I...
I apologize, Brother.
Owl.
You could have been soaring in the endless sky.
Why did you choose to come back to this palace?
Your Highness.
This is the evidence of rank-selling from...
the Crown Prince and Minister of Personnel.
Xiao Sha.
-Your Highness. -Do you know...
what kind of a person the Crown Prince is?
I heard he is ambitious, cruel and petty.
He is not easy to befriend.
We need to be cautious with people like him.
Yes.
Right.
I am sure you know me well before I lost my memories.
His Majesty brought you out to the hut sometimes.
I was always there.
When did you first met me?
I think it's after His Majesty's coronation.
I picked you up from the Cold Harem.
Was that the first time His Majesty met me?
I don't think so.
So where did he first met me?
Well...
I am not sure either.
I may be His Majesty's personal bodyguard,
but I can't be around him all the time.
You may go now.
Your Highness, there is an invitation from the palace.
The Empress will hold a ball three days from now.
Your Highness are invited.
There is also a list of guests that will be attending.
Please, have a look.
Very well.
Please reply to Her Majesty for me.
I will be at the ball on time.
Yes, I shall go now.
Your Highness.
Your Highness, Prince Li's name is on the list.
Her Majesty is aiming to matchmake you and Prince Li?
But why are so many other strangers invited as well?
Xiao Sha, do you know the names on this list?
These are princes that are yet to be married.
Matchmaking me with Prince Li?
It might as well be a blind date for me and the princes.
Your Highness, maybe His Majesty thought Prince Li refuses to marry?
Is that why they are holding this blind date?
Wait, what do they take us for?
It's not like anyone can marry a princess.
Your Highness, this ball is held by the Empress.
I cannot enter the inner palace.
Please, watch your back.
If Prince Li is not around,
I doubt the other would dare to disrespect me.
Why wouldn't Prince Li be there?
His name is on the list.
But he might not attend the ball.
Princess!
-Stop following me, okay? -Princess!
You wouldn't go to the lake with me.
You are not interested in flower viewing either.
Princess, do you think I don't deserve you?
I simple don't want to be with you.
Can you please stop bothering me?
Princess!
Princess! Stop!
Who is that?
Your Highness.
Elder son of Prince Qing He and Princess Zhao Yun.
You should know, Princess Zhao Yun grew up without parents.
She has no siblings either.
So she is living with her uncle for the time being.
You have nothing to be so arrogant about.
You are just an orphan that lives under other's care.
You should be grateful I am even laying my eyes on you.
I am warning you, let go of me!
I am letting you go. Try me!
I will tell Brother Wu You and let him finish you!
You are bringing up Prince Li now?
But he never attends events like this.
You are not going to see him.
How dare you push me!
Stop right there!
Sister, save me!
You Highness, this is Princess Rong Le from Qi.
Scram!
I thought who is here.
It's the hideous Princess of Qi.
No wonder she is so nosy.
I heard Prince Li abandoned you.
So you want one of us to marry you instead.
Fat chance.
Listen, even if I am not going to marry anyone,
I would never marry someone that is dumped and hideous.
I thought only Prince Li behaves in this manner.
I never thought the elder son of Prince Qing He is bold as well.
I can say whatever I want!
I am taking off that mask to show your hideous look!
Nicely done, Princess Rong Le! He deserved this!
Brother Wu You, you are here.
Prince Li?
What did you say just now?
Nothing, I said nothing.
I said...
if Prince Li doesn't like this woman,
I would never marry her.
If this is the woman my brother likes,
-you would marry her? -No!
No, what I meant was...
I won't marry her whether Prince Li likes her or not.
You might as well be an eunuch then.
No!
Get lost.
-Guards, take him away. -Yes.
I am here by the order of the Empress.
-Get up! -You can't take me by force!
-You can't do this to me! -Prince Qing He got a son at old age.
He spoils his son a lot.
-Let go of me! -He lets him do anything.
He is even bold enough to cause trouble here.
He should have known his place here.
I am glad Brother Wu You is here.
Otherwise Princess Rong Le would have been caught up in this.
Speaking of you,
you know he is a scoundrel, why did you mess with him?
I didn't mess with him.
He kept bothering me.
If I were to have martial art skill like Princess Rong Le,
I would have beaten him to a pulp.
Princess of Qi actually knows martial arts.
There are two things Prince Li never does.
He never drinks.
He never touches a woman.
Who says a princess cannot learn martial art?
If Your Highness wishes to know more about me,
you will learn that I know more than just martial arts.
Your Highness is willing to attend the ball.
It means you do have some interest in me.
Why don't you come to the ball with me?
The Empress arrives!
All hail the Her Majesty.
At ease, all of you.
-Thank you, Your Majesty. -Thank you, Mother.
I have heard rumours about how talented the princess is.
It seems to be true from what I saw.
Please, I don't deserve the praise.
Prince Li is here.
Come to the ball before you leave.
Coincidently,
Ya Li is here in the with us today.
I am the daughter of the Central Secretary, Ya Li.
Greetings, Princess of Qi,
Prince Li, Prince Chen and Princess Zhao Yun.
I have matters I must see to.
So long.
It's almost time for the death anniversary of Lady Yun.
My brother needs to retrieve some belongings of hers.
He does it every year.
A filial son indeed.
Since Prince Li is not coming with us,
Wu Yu, you shall go in his place.
Come, have a toast.
Princess, you came a long way.
His Majesty was concerned the welcome was not decent enough.
I was ordered to hold this feast for you.
All the guests are about your age.
I hope you won't feel awkward here.
Thank you for His Majesty and Your Majesty.
Your have never been to our nation before.
How is your life at the manor?
His Majesty arranged a modest manor for me.
-However... -What is wrong?
Are the servants not attentive enough?
If so, I can arrange to get the other servants for you.
I need to ensure you are having a good time in here.
Your Majesty misunderstood.
The servants are taking good care of me.
Perhaps they are taking care of me all too well.
I wish to see the view of the capital.
But that seems impossible.
Why? Is someone stopping you from leaving the palace?
That is not the case.
Every time I tried to leave,
all the guards are coming along.
It's too high-profile, I feel concerned about this.
Which is why I couldn't go out.
They simply wish to ensure your safety.
But I already have a personal bodyguard.
He was sent by my brother before I came here.
I see.
Well, I shall send the order.
From now on, you may leave the palace as you please.
All the guards need not follow you.
Much obliged, Your Majesty.
Princess, enjoy yourself.
Make yourself at home.
Enjoy the foods.
To your health.
Prince Chen, all you care about is the food.
What about the Princess?
But I am not Wu You.
I wouldn't expect anything from Prince Li.
But if Prince Chen is here,
I do have some expectation.
What do you expect from me?
I heard rumours about...
how subtle and dapper you are.
You know how to care for a lady.
If I could have your attention and caring,
my life in the Northern Realm might be more interesting.
Indeed!
Prince Chen knows what's best for a lady.
Should you ever need any help on any matter,
you can always ask for his help.
Your Majesty, this is just...
Princess Rong Le,
Wu Yu is simply unreliable.
Brother Wu You is a good man.
Do not fall for the rumours.
Princess, I wonder what hobby do you have?
Your Majesty.
I don't really have any interest in particular.
However,
I do love tea.
I wonder what Prince Chen does in his free time?
Well,
I love to visit the public house.
What are the odds? I went to some places in my homeland.
But I have never been to a public house.
I wonder if Prince Chen have the time...
to show me around the public house?
Are you even a woman?
You actually want to see a public house?
My intention is not about the public house.
I just want a chance to know you better.
I wish to find out what kind of lady do you like.
Mother, pardon me but I am feeling unwell.
I must be on my way now.
Little brat.
Princess, make yourself at home.
Same goes for everyone.
Your Highness.
Perhaps...
His Majesty is going to let Prince Li marry the princess.
I thought we have another six months.
Even if that is my father's plan,
there is nothing my father can do if she refuses to get married.
Your Highness must know,
Her Majesty held a feast recently.
The Princess showed her liking in Prince Chen.
Prince Chen and Li are inseparable.
If Prince Chen marries her,
it would be just like Prince Li married her.
Your Highness, we cannot let our guard down.
She is but a mere princess.
There is no way she is a threat to me.
Besides, judging from Wu Yu's temper,
if he really does marry that roguish princess,
that could be a great show to enjoy.
Your Highness,
do you know Prince Li is investigating the case of rank-selling?
I thought no one knows?
How did he find out?
A snitch told Prince Li.
But rest assured, I came prepared.
The snitch is no longer with us.
But we can see just how ambitious Prince Li is.
We can't afford to get sloppy.
Wu You is always care-free and a man of seclusion.
He tricked me into trusting him.
But he is actually plotting against me.
Calm down, Your Highness.
What we must do now...
is to stop Prince Li from expanding his influence.
The order for the marriage is yet to arrive.
It's not too late for us.
You mean...
Your Highness is already married.
Marrying the princess is not possible.
Unless, we make her...
married to one of us.
My Father won't agree with this.
Unless...
Not only is Princess Rong Le hideous,
her behaviour is even more surprising.
She asked to visit the public house with me while Her Majesty was there.
Wu You.
Why would a lady even act like she did?
Isn't that great?
You don't need to visit the public house on your own.
You can bring your wife along.
A couple sharing the same interest.
That could be a great tale for us.
Wu You, stop making fun of me.
Don't you think something is fishy?
She was into you just moments ago,
and now she got her eyes on me instead?
Something is not right about this.
A conspiracy, something is at miss.
If you know she is planning something, why bother worrying?
I am being cautious.
I may not as good-looking as you are,
but at least I am subtle and dapper, chivalrous and a gentleman.
Did she really fall for me?
Brother?
Time flies like an arrow.
Even Ya Li is of age to get a husband now.
So, your father is Wu You's teacher.
You were a childhood friend of Wu You.
You are meant for each other.
-What a shame. -Your Majesty.
I don't deserve Prince Li.
It's the Emperor's decision. The Princess is in our land.
They may not be married yet,
but the marriage agreement still stands.
Ya Li.
What is your plan now?
I am still too young.
I just want to spend more time with my father.
I don't wish to plan for a marriage yet.
You may not be in a hurry,
but I am concerned.
Your mother was like a sister to me.
If you ever find someone you love,
you must let me know.
I will be your witness.
Yes, thank you. Your Majesty.
You have always been an obedient child.
Perhaps too obedient.
You might run into trouble someday.
Your Highness.
I am leaving.
Do you need the guards with you?
No.
I am sure you all know about Her Majesty's order.
From now on,
I don't need the guards to follow me.
I have Xiao Sha to protect me.
Yes.
Is there anything else?
I must come along to ensure your safety.
Sending guards may be too high-profile.
If it's just me, it won't draw as much attention.
I grew up in Zhongshan.
If there is anything great on the street,
-I know all about them. -I am not going out now.
Back to the room.
I knew you are here.
Why? Are you still upset about what happened back there?
You'll see, Wu You and I will teach that son of Prince Qing He a lesson.
How dare he bully you.
No, I know.
As long as you and Brother Wu You are here,
no one would dare to bully me.
Besides, I have Princess Rong Le to back me up now.
The princess?
Don't be so naive, okay?
Haven't you heard?
Not only is she ugly, she has a foul temper too!
Of course not!
Your heart brings about the appearance.
She is so kind, she can't be ugly.
When I first met her,
I feel like she is so friendly.
But I don't get it.
Why would Wu You refuse to marry her?
What could you possibly understand?
Wu You was too protective for you.
It made you naive and simple-minded.
You should just listen to me.
Stay away from all the troubles. Okay?
What? You are no better than me!
All you ever know is to have fun.
How dare you lecture me!
Princess Rong Le humiliated you in front of everyone,
I like her even more now!
You...
Madam Qiu.
I heard you came from Zhongshan.
Master Xiao, how may I help you?
I heard Zhongshan is a land full of beauties.
Princess?
They say the dairy cake of Zhongshan is delicious.
Let me get you some from the market.
Beauty...
I have never seen one.
But I did see a lot of ugly ladies.
But...
Master Xiao, why are you leaving again?
I am...
Why is your face all red?
Sorry for the long wait, Master Chen.
-This way, please. -Ladies, bring out the wine!
Master Chang, how do you like the lady?
Not bad.
Look at this handsome young man.
You are so striking that all our ladies are outshined!
Madam, I wish to see Miss Chen Yu.
Please, make this arrangement for me.
Unfortunately, Chen Yu is being reserved by those gentlemen.
Come.
Let's go upstairs.
Come.
I thought he doesn't touch wine and women.
Those gentlemen are here for Miss Chen Yu too?
After all, Miss Chen Yu is one of the kind here.
Madam.
I simply ask for Miss Chen Yu to play a song for me.
It won't take up too much time.
Well...
Sure, not a problem at all.
I will send Miss Chen Yu to your room first.
Then, I will send her to the next room.
As for the other gentlemen,
they did paid for her.
I can't possibly disrespect them.
Right?
Greetings, sir.
I have heard about how gorgeous and beautiful you are.
Now that I met you,
the words are true.
Much appreciated, sir.
You are quite the gentleman yourself.
I am not here to seek pleasure.
I simply wish to strike a deal with you.
Sir, I doubt I am the right person.
I am but a humble courtesan.
Why would you need me for a business deal?
Sixteen years ago,
there was a local officer.
He was involved in Qin Yong's mutiny.
His whole family was executed.
A total of 79 family members were killed.
But when the bodies were sent in for autopsy,
one body was missing.
I heard the missing body...
belonged to the youngest daughter.
His family name is Yu.
Her daughter was born in the morning.
As the sun rises, the child was born.
He have her the name Yu Cheng, meaning morning.
Chen Yu...
Yu Chen.
I don't know what you are talking about.
I am sure you understand.
If I can find out about this,
so can the others.
Don't you fear for your own safety?
If I mean you harm,
I wouldn't bother with the explanation.
What do you want from me?
Miss, calm down.
I am not telling you this to threaten you.
I am seeking the truth of the past.
As for your compensation,
name any price you want.
What if I tell you...
I want to leave this place?
Can you make it happen?
If this is your wish,
I shall try my best.
Madam Qin's greed knows no bound.
She won't let me leave.
Unless...
your status is even more prominent than her mastermind.
-Mastermind? -Man above all,
all but one.
It's the Crown Prince?
Miss Chen Yu, the guest asked for you.
Fine.
I don't think you can help me.
So long.
Will you put your faith in me for once?
I have a plan to get you out of here today.
Are you serious about this?
Wu You, the girl I am fond of...
is skilled in instruments and dance, elegant and gorgeous.
She may not have a noble status,
but she is more innocent than most noble women.
I apologize for the long wait.
I am sorry for my tardiness.
As a token of apology, I shall present you a dance.
Would you like that?
The rest of you can leave now.
Chen Yu, I have never seen you dance before.
I get to witness it thanks to my brother here.
While you are dancing,
approach the man with green outfit.
You might get hurt, but not killed.
Leave the rest to me.
Help!
Help! Madam, help me!
Leng Yan, stop!
Who dare hurt my precious baby?
Tell me who did this, I will settle this for you.
How are you going to settle this?
Wu You, just show some mercy.
She might not mean it.
Did my girl do something to offend you?
Chen Yu is the best we have here.
The hands she used to play the chords with are priceless!
What if her priceless hands are exactly what I want?
What did she do to you?
Why would you want to cut her hands off?
I accidentally touched Prince Li's shoulder.
Prince Li? Kneel!
You doomed me this time!
Please, show some mercy.
The House of Fragrance is a big family,
we rely on her hands for livelihood.
Chen Yu, how did you find out who we are?
I can tell you are no commoner, you look chivalrous.
I know what I see.
Your Highness refused to let us know,
I wouldn't dare to speculate your identity.
But His Highness called you Wu You.
I am certain you are Prince Li.
It was a careless mistake of mine.
I hope Prince Chen can save my life.
-Leng Yan. -Yes!
I want her out of my sight.
-Brother! -Stop!
I think I have met you somewhere.
Can we speak in private?
Mistress?
Madam Qiu.
The Princess is resting. Please, do not bother her.
Captain Xiao.
I am here...
to send the medicine.
Madam Qiu, the Princess is not feeling well.
If someone bothers her and she seeks to blame me...
I will keep this soup warm.
She can have it when she is awake.
She wanted to go out this morning.
But she hasn't stepped outside the room.
She is not making a sound either.
She is gone. Madam Qiu is gone.
It's getting late. Why isn't Her Highness back yet?
You are right.
Did something happen to her?
Should we send Brother Xiao to check on her?
No, Master Xiao is her bodyguard, he can't leave his post.
Madam Qiu is keeping watch on us outside.
If he leaves now,
they will find out the Princess has sneaked out.
The people here will take it wrongly.
What do we do now?
I just told everyone in the manor.
The Princess is not feeling well and she needs to rest.
Yes, fortune favours her. I am sure she will be fine.
Right, Lian Xin.
Her Highness has headache ever since she has the amnesia.
She had headache around this time last month.
It's almost time.
Hurry up and prepare the medicine for Her Highness.
Keep an eye on it. Remember,
do not let anyone else touch the medicine.
-Is that clear? -Okay, I should get going.
I will be guarding outside.
Leng Yue, keep acting like the Princess.
Remember not to move around or talk to anyone.
You have an keen sight.
I am Man Yao, the young owner of Moon Embrace Teahouse.
I didn't recognize you that day.
I didn't know you were royalties.
If I did anything to offend you,
I apologize and hope you can look past it.
After you left,
I found something in the Teahouse.
Let me see it.
I don't know what it is.
May I ask,
is this enough to save Chen Yu's life?
Wu You.
This really is a letter from Sir Zhao.
But why is this in your possession?
When you left that day,
I thought the room needed to be cleansed of bad luck,
so I ordered some men to renovate the private room.
I found this in the wall.
I thought the deceased might have left it there.
Besides, this might be rather important to Your Highness.
Why didn't you tell us sooner if you know this?
I was about to hand it to the authority.
You want to trade this thing for the girl's life?
I wish to pay for her deed.
I was planning on appointing her as musician in my Teahouse.
I want my Teahouse to be known by the world.
Miss Chen Yu is great with music and her look.
There is no better option other than her.
But this letter means nothing to me.
It's not worth a person's life.
Brother.
But for me, Miss Chen Yu is worth more than any treasure.
Fine.
You may trade your hand...
for her life.