This isn't right.
The name on the builder list doesn't match.
Something is off.
Open a path for me to get through!
-I am going back to my post! -Yes!
Make way!
A prosperous era of Tian Bao! May the nation bloom for generations!
It's the night of Lantern Festival! Let's celebrate as one!
Here go the coins!
-Here go the coins! -Someone is giving away coins!
Who is tossing the coins around?
Take him down and beat him!
What is this about? I am Zhang Luo from the Bureau of Forestry!
How dare you disrespect me! Let me go now!
As you wish.
Here goes the money!
" The Longest Day in Chang'an "
Episode 34
The security is tight tonight.
Don't worry, I am here for you.
Master Mao Shun.
Make haste, His Majesty is waiting to watch the lanterns.
It's all right.
Open a path. Let them through.
Yi Li.
These shards are crafted by 12 different craftsmen.
The applied force is different on each shards.
The markings are cut to different depths as well.
Impressive.
He does see more than my eyes do.
The way the bamboos are carved is not from any factions in Chang'an.
It would be from the north.
The northerners use slim and subtle cuts.
There are two different layers at the edges of the shards.
The first attempt to cut failed so the craftsman sliced again.
This could be the craftsmanship of the northerners.
What is the purpose of cutting the shards into this shape?
Hexagon on the outside, concave surface on the inside.
The shards have narrow width.
There are even signs of burning.
This is the method used by Fang family of Lingnan.
They also use the polishing method of the Lin family from Chuanzhong.
If you place these shards together,
you can tell they are remains from a much bigger contraption.
What contraption?
-Bring me two bamboo sticks. -Yes.
-Where did you get these shards? -They are left by the killers.
You should be cautious.
What does that mean?
Make way!
-Make way! -Make way!
I can only make a sample in such a short time.
What is this for?
This is a Qilin Column. It can be used a pillars,
to move machineries and so much more.
As far as I know,
there is only the designs by one man...
that require such a sophisticated device.
He is also the only man I can never surpass.
-Who is it? -The son of Mao Po Lou.
-Mao Shun. -Who is Mao Po Luo?
Mao Po Luo was a master craftsman during the era of Empress Wu.
He is skilled in artwork and sculpting.
He was the head of Imperial Workshop.
The metal pillars of Gate of Uprightness are his work.
I heard the son is even more talented than the father.
You got it wrong.
Mao Shun demands the best from his workers.
He will never hire bandits that has no knowledge in building.
Which of Master Mao Shun's devices is using this Qilin Column?
Mao Shun is a gifted genius.
He has great intelligence.
The Emperor sees him as a valuable asset.
For the Lantern Festival this years, he built the lantern tower as tribute.
It will be lighted during the ignition ceremony.
The building is over 40 metres tall.
It's over 24 rooms wide.
Brilliant twill on the outside, statue lamps on the inside.
The structure is complex and will keep moving once the light is ignited.
The light can be seen from miles away.
It's an unprecedented wonder.
This Qilin Column...
is one of the key components.
The lantern tower...
is right at Xingqing Palace.
Father, I can't see the lantern!
I will hold you up so you can see.
That way!
Li Jiang, look! The Holy Lantern will be lit soon!
Why do they use bamboos to make the Qilin Column?
They use bamboo because the hollow centre can be good container.
If they are using such delicate device as container,
what would they hide inside so it won't be a waste?
Jahannum-dhool.
Jahannum-dhool will arrive in Chang'an.
If the Qilin Column is filled with stone grease,
that lantern tower will be a Crouching Fire that is over 40 metres tall.
If the charge is ignited, it will burn miles of city to the ground.
There are thousands of people on the square.
Countless will die!
Surrender and be spared!
Sir Zhang.
Where are you going?
Yun Xiu!
-Yun Xiu! -Master, we need to go!
Commander Zhang! Run!
-Kill him! -Zhang Xiao Jing!
Do not let the suspect get away!
You are late tonight.
Today is a day of festivity, we have lot of works to do.
That is true.
There is no curfew tonight.
We have been guarding this place for hours.
This cold weather is tormenting.
Feel the Armour,
it's freezing cold.
The Armour you are wearing...
is the honour His Majesty bestowed on you.
You have to endure even the harshest cold.
You are different indeed.
You know how to make this harshness sound nice.
Your pass, please?
You watched me pass through here for the past six months.
Isn't that enough for you?
What else can we do?
Unlike you, we are no craftsmen.
At least you know your crafts. Chang'an knows peace for so long,
the soldiers are nothing but a show-off.
Without the Armour, we are nothing.
We might as well be beggars.
Where is Zhang Luo?
He should be here to supervise the work.
Supervisor Zhang is enjoying watching the lanterns.
He was pushed down the bridge by the crowd.
They still couldn't find him.
We don't want to be late so we came here by ourselves.
If he is not here, who should be responsible for the troubles?
This can't be done. It's against the rules.
We have less than two hours.
The Emperor will show the world how glorious...
the Great Tang is capable of being.
If the lantern is not lighted on time,
should you be responsible?
Fine.
You can go in there.
But what do you have on the carriage?
Change all the Qilin Columns with new ones just to be safe.
It's better that way.
Is everything all right?
Yes.
They are all inside.
You only need a few of the columns?
You should ask him.
Greetings, Lantern Overseer.
So, that lantern tower I built is not good enough in your eyes?
No, I meant no disrespect. But that is a huge structure.
I thought you will need more equipments for maintenance.
Master Mao Shun, are there other equipments that you need?
Where will they be transported from?
With less replacement parts,
it means my designs is a masterpiece.
The less we change, the better.
Hurry! Let Master Mao Shun through.
The ceremony cannot be delayed!
Commander Zhang!
We are from the Peacekeeper Corps!
Lay down your weapon and surrender to us!
If you are serving the Great Tang,
you need to be in Xingqing Palace right now!
The enemies are trying to kill the people!
Nonsense! You are spitting nonsense!
You are clearly the mastermind!
Enough of your vile lies!
I shall not let you get away with this again!
Give me the weapon!
Commander Zhang, run!
Here.
Commander Zhang, you can either come out now...
or watch as I behead this friar right here!
Run and leave me be!
Follow me.
It's almost time for the ceremony!
Hurry!
Long Bo didn't ask you to come here.
You are fighting for the man you love.
So can I.
Don't worry, I am not interested in your dear Long Bo.
Someone I know sees me as his little sister.
He pretends like he doesn't know.
I have been in love with him for nine years.
He is actually a man with soft heart.
Otherwise he wouldn't have suffered so much for it.
I will save him this time.
Make haste, get moving!
Haven't you train your body after getting the high ranks?
The Emperor's carriage will arrive soon, get moving!
-Hurry up! -Why do we have to celebrate ...
every Lantern Festival in the Grand Auditorium?
And we have to walk this never-ending staircase!
This is a disgrace to my authority!
Would you dare to use the stair His Majesty uses?
Get moving!
Right Counsellor, watch your steps.
The Great Tang still needs you.
The Emperor will do fine without anyone.
Sun shines upon the royal palaces,
feathers on the orioles grow.
A bet under the plants and flowers,
a wager that costs jewellery and gold.
In the night, greasepaint shredded,
in the hall, dances for the lord.
A graceful dance by the beauty,
a smile given by the lord pleased.
Stop right there.
I am one of the orchestra.
I took a wrong turn.
Spare me the lie,
Tan Qi.
Lady Tai Zhen.
Why do you come here? Who are you working for?
Myself.
It's my honour to meet Lady Tai Zhen.
You can call me Yu Huan.
We should go.
It's time to start.
This lantern tower...
is a masterpiece...
only I can build.
The blueprint of the main structure...
are all burned.
From this moment on,
no one will ever witness the marvel...
of this building.
You have my word.
Everyone here will remember your building.
All those who survived tonight...
will pass the story down...
for generations to come.
A thousand years from now,
people will still talk about...
just how magnificent...
this lantern tower of yours was.
Stop wasting any time. I will tell you...
where you should install the devices...
for maximum effect.
Let's solve some lantern riddles together.
Father, when is that beautiful lantern going to be lighted?
Soon, my child.
Excuse us, please.
A servant risks her life to work for herself?
This is interesting.
It makes me want to help you.
Before the Emperor arrives,
leave this building.
My mission is not completed.
I need your help, Lady Tai Zhen.
Ever since His Majesty brought me into the Taizhen Palace,
dozens of people come asking for my help every day.
I haven't had any rest since I woke up this morning.
I tried my best to hide, but I ran into you.
You did save me once.
I joined Prince Shou on a hunt.
He failed to be selected as the Crown Prince.
The other princes are giving him the cold shoulder.
And then, someone sent an hawk to attack me.
I was fortunate enough to be saved by your arrow.
However,
I am waiting for a grand announcement.
Your mission...
is none of my concern for now.
Old Man He.
The wine we drank...
is enough to fill whole drain!
You may be loyal to the Crown Prince,
but that doesn't mean you should follow him blindly!
Hurry up!
How dare you.
Come, bring the next.
Lord Long is here!
Lord Long.
Hao Zi, it's dry. Take it.
Here.
Can you smell it?
It's the scent of Jahannum-dhool.
-Isn't it great? -You ignorant fools!
I can still stop you!
Young lad.
Try not to bluff.
Be a cursed ghost if you must.
But even in hell, I am still one step ahead of you.
I will be waiting.
No one can stop me now.
Midnight!
The Yang energy begins to flourish!
A blessed Lantern Festival!
May His Majesty have a blessed Lantern Festival!
Hurry up! Get ready!
His Majesty's carriage is here. Go! That way!
Kneel!
His Majesty arrives!
May Your Majesty have a blessed Lantern Festival!
Do not quit.
Start.
It's the third year of Tian Bao era!
His Majesty and his people shall celebrate this festivity together!
Do you know how to make a choice?
Choose what's best for you.
When you are making a choice...
and is unsure whether it's the right choice,
remember,
do not quit.