WEBVTT 00:00:07.760 --> 00:00:13.400 align:center Guard, I want to see Dou Shishu. 00:00:13.400 --> 00:00:16.240 align:center I want to see my grandfather! 00:00:18.640 --> 00:00:22.120 align:center Grand Secretary Wu has had a clean record all his life, but now his reputation has been damaged because of you. 00:00:22.120 --> 00:00:23.960 align:center How dare you be humiliated? 00:00:23.960 --> 00:00:27.320 align:center Since it was ordered by the Fifth Master, Seventh Master, please be quick then. 00:00:27.320 --> 00:00:28.760 align:center Don't make it difficult for me. 00:00:28.760 --> 00:00:30.720 align:center That's for sure. 00:00:32.840 --> 00:00:35.680 align:center Seventh Master, this time, 00:00:35.680 --> 00:00:40.840 align:center what did Dou Shishu tell you to do again? 00:00:42.360 --> 00:00:46.240 align:center Young Master Wu, it's me. 00:00:47.320 --> 00:00:48.680 align:center Fourth Young Lady. 00:00:48.680 --> 00:00:53.120 align:center Have a good chat. I'll treat those officers to some wine. 00:00:55.040 --> 00:00:56.800 align:center Slowly! 00:01:04.760 --> 00:01:06.320 align:center We meet again. 00:01:06.320 --> 00:01:10.400 align:center This is the sixth time. 00:01:12.240 --> 00:01:16.720 align:center Young Master Wu, do you know that this is a trap? 00:01:19.480 --> 00:01:22.400 align:center I thought about it, too. 00:01:26.200 --> 00:01:28.720 align:center But what if it's not a trap? 00:01:30.120 --> 00:01:33.680 align:center Even if it's a one-in-a-million chance, 00:01:33.680 --> 00:01:36.760 align:center I can't gamble with your life. 00:01:37.840 --> 00:01:40.680 align:center I have no regrets about saving you. 00:01:41.720 --> 00:01:44.520 align:center But I am ashamed to see my grandfather. 00:01:45.360 --> 00:01:47.600 align:center Had you not met me, 00:01:47.600 --> 00:01:52.000 align:center you would still be living your peaceful life as usual. 00:01:52.000 --> 00:01:55.600 align:center I'm sorry. I got you into this. 00:01:56.600 --> 00:02:00.360 align:center No. I'm lucky to have met you. 00:02:01.120 --> 00:02:03.160 align:center If I hadn't met you, 00:02:03.840 --> 00:02:08.880 align:center I would have had just a mediocre life. 00:02:11.080 --> 00:02:13.720 align:center There's no need to feel sorry for me. 00:02:13.720 --> 00:02:16.360 align:center The most unpredictable thing in the world 00:02:16.360 --> 00:02:20.160 align:center is the human heart and calculations. 00:02:20.160 --> 00:02:22.680 align:center If this happens again, 00:02:22.680 --> 00:02:26.320 align:center I'm afraid I can't stay out of it. 00:02:29.560 --> 00:02:31.360 align:center [A Good Environment Produces Excellent People] 00:02:31.360 --> 00:02:36.320 align:center Old Master Wu, even the prince who breaks the law has the same sin as the common people. 00:02:36.320 --> 00:02:39.880 align:center The Office of State Affairs will decide on this matter. 00:02:39.880 --> 00:02:41.840 align:center Young Master Wu is a good man! 00:02:41.840 --> 00:02:45.680 align:center That's right! What crime did Young Master Wu commit? 00:02:45.680 --> 00:02:48.680 align:center Good people don't get rewarded! 00:02:57.680 --> 00:03:00.200 align:center I hope His Grace can make it in time. 00:03:02.280 --> 00:03:05.920 align:center I'm not asking for mercy. 00:03:05.920 --> 00:03:09.400 align:center I came to plead guilty for myself. 00:03:10.960 --> 00:03:14.400 align:center This is my resignation letter. 00:03:16.240 --> 00:03:18.080 align:center I... 00:03:19.080 --> 00:03:22.160 align:center I am old and dim! 00:03:22.840 --> 00:03:25.960 align:center I should have retired and gone home a long time ago. 00:03:25.960 --> 00:03:29.640 align:center Today, Yantang shed light on the war situation in Liaodong 00:03:29.640 --> 00:03:32.800 align:center and I was then enlightened! 00:03:35.280 --> 00:03:38.920 align:center We can't fight this battle! 00:03:39.760 --> 00:03:44.920 align:center If I'm no longer around, who will protect you? 00:03:44.920 --> 00:03:48.240 align:center Who will protect the Wu family? 00:03:48.240 --> 00:03:53.760 align:center I should work hard and strive for my best and overcome difficulties with you. 00:03:54.520 --> 00:04:00.160 align:center I sincerely ask Your Majesty to listen to what I have to say! 00:04:00.160 --> 00:04:03.840 align:center I will then have no regrets! 00:04:37.200 --> 00:04:39.400 align:center The time has come. 00:04:40.200 --> 00:04:44.680 align:center Wu Shan, the sinner, do you have any last words? 00:04:47.800 --> 00:04:50.480 align:center The Wu family has these ancestral instructions. 00:04:50.480 --> 00:04:55.480 align:center "Go above and serve the emperor, and to love and to give." 00:04:55.480 --> 00:04:57.960 align:center "To have a sense of shame to avoid humiliation." 00:04:57.960 --> 00:05:00.280 align:center "Make a name for yourself." 00:05:00.280 --> 00:05:03.640 align:center My grandfather was diligent and loyal throughout his life. 00:05:03.640 --> 00:05:06.080 align:center Heaven and Earth can be witnesses. 00:05:06.080 --> 00:05:08.680 align:center I would rather die than admit... 00:05:09.400 --> 00:05:12.040 align:center this false accusation! 00:05:12.040 --> 00:05:16.440 align:center You're at this juncture yet you're talking about these. 00:05:16.440 --> 00:05:20.000 align:center Guard, execute him. 00:05:27.000 --> 00:05:28.920 align:center Behead! 00:05:35.400 --> 00:05:37.240 align:center [Execution] 00:05:46.720 --> 00:05:49.160 align:center The emperor's decree! 00:05:59.480 --> 00:06:03.600 align:center Grand Secretary Wu, you're invited to seek an audience with His Majesty. 00:06:06.960 --> 00:06:09.880 align:center Old Master Wu, please. 00:06:15.320 --> 00:06:17.240 align:center The oral decree from His Majesty. 00:06:17.240 --> 00:06:22.440 align:center "Private meetings are not breaking the laws, nor does betray families. 00:06:22.440 --> 00:06:24.520 align:center It is not a major crime. 00:06:24.520 --> 00:06:26.960 align:center Wu Shan is demoted to become the vice director of the Ministry of Works 00:06:26.960 --> 00:06:30.120 align:center and to supervise the renovation of Yuanyou Palace at Jingmen for three years. 00:06:30.120 --> 00:06:32.760 align:center This case is closed!" 00:06:32.760 --> 00:06:35.600 align:center Yes, Your Majesty! 00:06:54.840 --> 00:06:56.560 align:center Dezhen! 00:07:18.960 --> 00:07:20.680 align:center Stop! 00:07:25.880 --> 00:07:28.120 align:center This is the seventh time! 00:07:32.200 --> 00:07:34.680 align:center Young Master Wu! 00:07:34.680 --> 00:07:38.480 align:center May you be safe and happy in the future! 00:07:38.480 --> 00:07:40.560 align:center Fourth Young Lady! 00:07:41.840 --> 00:07:45.800 align:center I'm lucky to have met you! 00:07:45.800 --> 00:07:51.120 align:center In this world, there will definitely be someone who will be with the same mind as you! 00:07:51.120 --> 00:07:54.760 align:center Freedom can be fought for! 00:07:54.760 --> 00:07:57.120 align:center Do what you want to do! 00:07:57.120 --> 00:08:00.120 align:center Love whom you want to love! 00:08:37.480 --> 00:08:40.160 align:center Dezhen was demoted to supervise the renovation of Yuanyou Palace. 00:08:40.160 --> 00:08:43.160 align:center At least he can do the carpentry he loves. 00:08:43.160 --> 00:08:46.360 align:center He's not a caged bird controlled by the family anymore. 00:08:50.080 --> 00:08:52.400 align:center Don't be so sad. 00:08:52.400 --> 00:08:55.240 align:center I am not feeling sad for Wu Shan only. 00:08:55.240 --> 00:08:57.640 align:center I lament how difficult this world is. 00:08:57.640 --> 00:09:00.480 align:center Each of us is a caged bird. 00:09:00.480 --> 00:09:03.920 align:center This world is the biggest cage. 00:09:03.920 --> 00:09:07.200 align:center We can't see clearly and break through it. 00:09:13.000 --> 00:09:17.040 align:center He wrote this in prison because he thought he would never see you again. 00:09:17.040 --> 00:09:22.120 align:center He told me to burn it, but I think I should show it to you. 00:09:28.480 --> 00:09:31.200 align:center "I'm just sharing this. 00:09:31.200 --> 00:09:34.240 align:center One should seek for the love in his heart. 00:09:34.240 --> 00:09:38.920 align:center Only fools will show his sincerity." 00:09:41.520 --> 00:09:46.040 align:center I thought having great strategies were good enough. 00:09:46.040 --> 00:09:51.000 align:center But in the face of power, only then did I realize how small I was. 00:09:51.640 --> 00:09:53.760 align:center The world has turned the truth upside down. 00:09:53.760 --> 00:09:58.400 align:center And the truth is in the hands of someone like my fifth uncle. 00:09:59.280 --> 00:10:01.880 align:center To say that he's alone, 00:10:01.880 --> 00:10:04.520 align:center we might as well say he's compromising. 00:10:05.640 --> 00:10:08.120 align:center There's another thing. 00:10:08.120 --> 00:10:11.240 align:center Dou Shishu has set off to Lizhen. 00:10:25.120 --> 00:10:27.000 align:center Lizhen's troops have arrived at Zhenbei. 00:10:27.000 --> 00:10:29.760 align:center Dou Shishu, the Minister of Rites, you will advocate peace 00:10:29.760 --> 00:10:33.600 align:center as you're proficient in foreign languages and adaptable to circumstances. 00:10:33.600 --> 00:10:39.320 align:center Did His Majesty order you to go to Liaodong in person to make peace with Lizhen? 00:10:43.080 --> 00:10:47.080 align:center Could it be that you recommended it to His Majesty? 00:10:48.040 --> 00:10:50.960 align:center Well, you're an unappreciated talent. 00:10:50.960 --> 00:10:55.880 align:center For such a good opportunity, I should keep it for you. 00:10:55.880 --> 00:10:59.560 align:center You're indeed well-versed in the art of war. 00:10:59.560 --> 00:11:03.280 align:center You retreat to advance first and attack using the strength of another. 00:11:03.280 --> 00:11:07.720 align:center It was so superb that I actually fell into your trap. 00:11:07.720 --> 00:11:11.160 align:center You were busy keeping an eye on the Wu family. 00:11:11.160 --> 00:11:13.480 align:center You didn't have time for me. 00:11:21.960 --> 00:11:24.880 align:center [Yangxin Hall] 00:11:28.320 --> 00:11:31.760 align:center That was a good fight. 00:11:35.680 --> 00:11:37.800 align:center Great. 00:11:37.800 --> 00:11:40.520 align:center When I return, 00:11:40.520 --> 00:11:44.760 align:center I must ask you for a glass of congratulatory wine! 00:11:50.120 --> 00:11:52.680 align:center The previous envoy who went to Lizhen, 00:11:52.680 --> 00:11:55.880 align:center the grass at his grave is already three feet high. 00:11:55.880 --> 00:12:01.000 align:center No wonder he stayed up all night and left early this morning. 00:12:01.000 --> 00:12:05.520 align:center Be it freedom or justice, we can fight for it. 00:12:05.520 --> 00:12:07.560 align:center Who said that a cage can definitely contain a bird? 00:12:07.560 --> 00:12:09.360 align:center The world is not worth our sorrow. 00:12:09.360 --> 00:12:13.920 align:center It's just that we are still fighting for our cause and haven't seen the good. 00:12:16.120 --> 00:12:20.200 align:center Do you want to stop here or continue walking up the mountain? 00:12:21.000 --> 00:12:23.240 align:center Let's continue walking. 00:12:27.120 --> 00:12:28.960 align:center I'll keep you company! 00:12:41.760 --> 00:12:45.000 align:center [Three Months Later] [Training Ground] 00:13:04.880 --> 00:13:06.840 align:center [Dong Qi] Go! - Good! Good shot! 00:13:06.840 --> 00:13:08.040 align:center Good shot! 00:13:08.040 --> 00:13:10.800 align:center He even used the Baodiao bow bestowed by the late emperor. 00:13:10.800 --> 00:13:15.240 align:center It looks like Lord Dong is full of vigor and wants to win the first prize. 00:13:15.840 --> 00:13:18.160 align:center Well, kids from the aristocratic families are always full of vigor. 00:13:18.160 --> 00:13:21.240 align:center They're just showing off. Am I right, Yantang? 00:13:21.240 --> 00:13:23.880 align:center Count of Haichang, about the hunting competition, 00:13:23.880 --> 00:13:25.880 align:center [Mu Youming] [Count of Haichang] who do you think has the greatest chance of winning? 00:13:25.880 --> 00:13:28.000 align:center That goes without saying. Of course, it's Dong Qi. 00:13:28.000 --> 00:13:30.880 align:center Look. He's riding on a Wusun horse. 00:13:30.880 --> 00:13:33.840 align:center It is said that the horse can travel a thousand miles in a day! 00:13:35.320 --> 00:13:37.440 align:center Song Mo was beaten hard by his father. 00:13:37.440 --> 00:13:40.440 align:center I guess he won't be a threat. 00:13:42.520 --> 00:13:46.120 align:center Count of Haichang, even if His Grace has only half his life, 00:13:46.120 --> 00:13:49.400 align:center he's still capable of making you crippled. 00:13:50.960 --> 00:13:52.800 align:center What a bunch of clowns. 00:13:52.800 --> 00:13:54.880 align:center How about I get you a Baodiao bow, too? 00:13:54.880 --> 00:13:57.760 align:center The Jiang family was reduced in power. 00:13:57.760 --> 00:14:00.600 align:center If I can handle both civil and military affairs, the government and the public will praise me. 00:14:00.600 --> 00:14:04.360 align:center I'm afraid His Majesty will be unable to sleep and eat when he thinks of me. 00:14:04.360 --> 00:14:09.160 align:center But if I don't make any advance, His Majesty will think I'm a coward. 00:14:09.160 --> 00:14:14.440 align:center Moderation is the most difficult thing in the world. 00:14:16.240 --> 00:14:21.000 align:center Tell me honestly. Did that female teacher of yours give you some wise moves again? 00:14:26.280 --> 00:14:28.560 align:center Who did Fourth Young Lady guess? 00:14:30.320 --> 00:14:33.080 align:center Who did Fourth Young Lady guess? 00:14:33.680 --> 00:14:35.560 align:center Ask her yourself. 00:14:43.120 --> 00:14:47.000 align:center The etiquette test is to select a role model for a noblewoman. 00:14:47.000 --> 00:14:49.800 align:center The first test is cooking. 00:14:49.800 --> 00:14:53.520 align:center The food is like the person. The color of the food and it's taste, 00:14:53.520 --> 00:14:55.880 align:center best of both will be selected. 00:14:55.880 --> 00:15:00.560 align:center The second test is elegance. Hand paintings, flower arrangement, 00:15:00.560 --> 00:15:03.280 align:center burning incense, and brewing tea. 00:15:03.280 --> 00:15:06.360 align:center Delicate and charming, cultivate one's moral character. 00:15:06.360 --> 00:15:08.520 align:center You must know of this. 00:15:09.080 --> 00:15:11.360 align:center Congratulations, Madam. 00:15:13.360 --> 00:15:14.800 align:center You're finally here! 00:15:14.800 --> 00:15:16.880 align:center I heard that Eunuch Wang announced a decree to reward the Dou family. 00:15:16.880 --> 00:15:19.640 align:center The Fifth Master made a great achievement. 00:15:19.640 --> 00:15:21.680 align:center His Majesty even allowed the Dou families to attend the ceremony. 00:15:21.680 --> 00:15:23.040 align:center That's right. 00:15:23.040 --> 00:15:24.760 align:center Well, we were honored by the emperor's kindness. 00:15:24.760 --> 00:15:28.120 align:center I made a special trip today to check on my two daughters, 00:15:28.120 --> 00:15:32.040 align:center lest they embarrass themselves in front of the royal family. 00:15:32.040 --> 00:15:34.560 align:center Madam, you're too modest. 00:15:37.280 --> 00:15:43.480 align:center You taught Ming how to cook and handed money to Madam Wei secretly. 00:15:43.480 --> 00:15:47.120 align:center I'm sure we will win. 00:15:47.120 --> 00:15:49.200 align:center In the past, Dou Zhao lived on the farm. 00:15:49.200 --> 00:15:51.800 align:center She has never learned any proper cooking skills. 00:15:51.800 --> 00:15:54.880 align:center Besides, Madam Wei is the examiner of the noblewoman test. 00:15:54.880 --> 00:15:57.840 align:center She will be dissatisfied with her. 00:15:57.840 --> 00:15:59.800 align:center Fifth Brother is gaining power now. 00:15:59.800 --> 00:16:04.320 align:center Wei Tingzhen might have already planned this. What is she dissatisfied with? 00:16:04.320 --> 00:16:08.640 align:center It's just that Ming'er met Wu Shan before. 00:16:08.640 --> 00:16:10.680 align:center It has slightly ruined her reputation. 00:16:10.680 --> 00:16:14.080 align:center If she can win the competition, she'll get a good husband. 00:16:14.080 --> 00:16:18.240 align:center The most important thing is to make Ming'er stand out. 00:16:18.240 --> 00:16:20.640 align:center Princess Shude has arrived! 00:16:20.640 --> 00:16:22.960 align:center Princess Shude is here! 00:16:37.240 --> 00:16:40.240 align:center [Princess Shude] 00:17:00.560 --> 00:17:05.280 align:center They're the Dou sisters who caused Young Master Wu to be demoted and leave the capital, right? 00:17:05.280 --> 00:17:07.600 align:center That's right. They did such a thing. 00:17:07.600 --> 00:17:11.120 align:center Yet they still participated in the competition without feeling ashamed. 00:17:22.200 --> 00:17:25.080 align:center - You... - I'm sorry. 00:17:25.080 --> 00:17:28.040 align:center Fifth Young Lady Dou has been eliminated. 00:17:46.480 --> 00:17:50.480 align:center Everyone else is preparing meat. But you're preparing vegetarian food. 00:17:50.480 --> 00:17:54.720 align:center How can such an ordinary food capture the eyes of royalty? 00:17:54.720 --> 00:17:57.480 align:center The weather is dry today. It's not suitable for meat. 00:17:57.480 --> 00:17:59.520 align:center So I prepared sweet mashed potato cake. 00:17:59.520 --> 00:18:04.480 align:center Mashed potato cake? This is just an ordinary pastry. It's nothing special. 00:18:04.480 --> 00:18:07.760 align:center This potato is imported from the West. 00:18:07.760 --> 00:18:10.080 align:center You're short-sighted. 00:18:10.080 --> 00:18:12.720 align:center - That's why you don't know about this. - You... 00:18:28.960 --> 00:18:30.400 align:center My goose... 00:18:30.400 --> 00:18:33.480 align:center Sixth Young Lady Liang has been eliminated. 00:18:35.600 --> 00:18:39.080 align:center There's a bottle, plate, jar, bowl, 00:18:39.080 --> 00:18:41.880 align:center basket, and tube, six types of containers on the table. 00:18:41.880 --> 00:18:45.320 align:center The flower arranging skills and its artistic concept are different for each type of container. 00:18:45.320 --> 00:18:49.080 align:center Ladies, please choose your container. 00:19:00.120 --> 00:19:04.000 align:center His Majesty's first hunt was a black bear. 00:19:04.000 --> 00:19:07.760 align:center Gentlemen, please join the hunt. 00:19:07.760 --> 00:19:10.080 align:center We will obey His Majesty's order! 00:19:17.960 --> 00:19:20.000 align:center Horsie! 00:19:25.320 --> 00:19:28.120 align:center - Horsie! - Peijin! 00:19:28.120 --> 00:19:29.520 align:center Peijin! 00:19:29.520 --> 00:19:31.080 align:center You're a marquis! 00:19:31.080 --> 00:19:34.520 align:center There is no need to compete with those who don't have noble ranks! 00:19:34.520 --> 00:19:38.760 align:center Marquis of Jining, you look imposing while riding on the horse! 00:19:38.760 --> 00:19:40.760 align:center You know that Peijin is not good at riding and shooting. 00:19:40.760 --> 00:19:42.760 align:center Why did you provoke him? 00:19:43.800 --> 00:19:48.560 align:center I really believe that the Marquis has a hidden talent who will make achievements. 00:19:48.560 --> 00:19:50.960 align:center Don't you think so, Madam? 00:19:50.960 --> 00:19:52.800 align:center You... 00:19:53.720 --> 00:19:55.640 align:center Start the competition! 00:20:19.280 --> 00:20:21.720 align:center Who is that young lady? 00:20:21.720 --> 00:20:23.480 align:center The fourth young lady of the Dou family from the West. 00:20:23.480 --> 00:20:25.320 align:center Her name is Dou Zhao. 00:20:26.280 --> 00:20:29.000 align:center So she is Dou Zhao. 00:20:40.240 --> 00:20:42.560 align:center Brother, we're hunting. 00:20:42.560 --> 00:20:44.120 align:center Why did they blow the horn? 00:20:44.120 --> 00:20:46.760 align:center Doesn't this make the animals hide? 00:20:46.760 --> 00:20:48.040 align:center This is my first time at the hunting ground. 00:20:48.040 --> 00:20:49.720 align:center Don't laugh at me. 00:20:49.720 --> 00:20:52.240 align:center This is how the imperial family tells the world. 00:20:52.240 --> 00:20:57.880 align:center Since ancient times, all those who disobeyed imperial orders and hid were all gone. 00:21:03.120 --> 00:21:04.240 align:center Lord Song. 00:21:04.240 --> 00:21:06.480 align:center This hunting session has started for some time. 00:21:06.480 --> 00:21:08.360 align:center Why are you still empty-handed? 00:21:08.360 --> 00:21:11.360 align:center Are you about to admit defeat? 00:21:11.360 --> 00:21:14.280 align:center Since your body is weak, you should join the noblewoman test instead. 00:21:14.280 --> 00:21:17.080 align:center Why be stubborn and take the riding and archery test? 00:21:17.920 --> 00:21:20.080 align:center Lord Dong Qi, you've lost to my brother for so many years 00:21:20.080 --> 00:21:21.800 align:center yet you still take part in this every year. 00:21:21.800 --> 00:21:23.480 align:center I wonder who's being stubborn. 00:21:23.480 --> 00:21:26.200 align:center Well, your brother relied on the Duke of Ding. 00:21:26.200 --> 00:21:28.960 align:center The Jiang family has fallen into this state now. 00:21:28.960 --> 00:21:31.240 align:center - Yet you're acting proud. - You... 00:21:31.240 --> 00:21:33.760 align:center Brother Han, don't argue with them. 00:21:33.760 --> 00:21:36.560 align:center That's right though. Let's not delay Lord Song. 00:21:36.560 --> 00:21:39.600 align:center Otherwise, he may not catch even a hare. 00:21:40.440 --> 00:21:43.560 align:center Let's see what you catch and how you lose. 00:21:51.520 --> 00:21:54.360 align:center Brother, I've been practicing hard on riding and shooting lately. 00:21:54.360 --> 00:21:57.720 align:center I'm going to hunt something and make you proud. 00:22:06.840 --> 00:22:08.720 align:center Madam! 00:22:14.560 --> 00:22:17.040 align:center [Winner: Dou Zhao] [Runner-up: Mu Ming] 00:22:20.280 --> 00:22:23.560 align:center The winner of the noblewoman test is... 00:22:24.480 --> 00:22:28.280 align:center Dou Zhao, the fourth young lady of the Dou residence. 00:22:31.120 --> 00:22:33.000 align:center Madam. 00:22:47.640 --> 00:22:52.160 align:center The royals and noblemen are hunting, but you actually placed a bet on it. 00:22:53.040 --> 00:22:57.000 align:center The Precepts for Women indicates that a woman should be humble, respectful, and cautious. 00:22:57.000 --> 00:22:58.960 align:center You acted lowly and disgraced yourself. 00:22:58.960 --> 00:23:02.080 align:center You humiliated your parents and your future husband's family. 00:23:03.520 --> 00:23:06.480 align:center Placing bets on hunting has been going on for years. 00:23:06.480 --> 00:23:08.360 align:center It's just to bring good luck. 00:23:08.360 --> 00:23:09.720 align:center Why can't I participate? 00:23:09.720 --> 00:23:13.040 align:center Betting is what a man would do. 00:23:13.040 --> 00:23:15.120 align:center You're a woman. You cannot place a bet. You... 00:23:15.120 --> 00:23:18.480 align:center If men can do it, women can definitely do it, too. 00:23:19.720 --> 00:23:21.600 align:center All right. 00:23:21.600 --> 00:23:23.440 align:center Very good. 00:23:23.440 --> 00:23:25.440 align:center Since you have an improper conduct, 00:23:25.440 --> 00:23:27.840 align:center I shall reject your winning in the noblewoman test. 00:23:27.840 --> 00:23:29.920 align:center Which rule says that 00:23:29.920 --> 00:23:33.400 align:center those who place bets cannot win the noblewoman test? 00:23:34.000 --> 00:23:36.840 align:center As long as she's the best, she will win the test. 00:23:36.840 --> 00:23:38.560 align:center This is the rule set by His Majesty. 00:23:38.560 --> 00:23:41.040 align:center Don't you agree, Madam? 00:23:41.040 --> 00:23:42.480 align:center I dare not. 00:23:42.480 --> 00:23:45.320 align:center It's just that since ancient times, we learned that there are differences between men and women. 00:23:45.320 --> 00:23:48.520 align:center Shooting and hunting are for the men, while the noblewoman test is for the women. 00:23:48.520 --> 00:23:50.320 align:center Dou Zhao tops the list, 00:23:50.320 --> 00:23:55.440 align:center so I should be cautious lest she become a disgrace among the female officials. 00:23:56.280 --> 00:23:58.360 align:center When I was at Dou Zhao's age, 00:23:58.360 --> 00:24:01.000 align:center I could also ride a horse and run ten miles 00:24:01.000 --> 00:24:04.000 align:center and I could shoot deer and pierce willows with a bow. 00:24:04.000 --> 00:24:06.680 align:center What is the difference between men and women? 00:24:08.560 --> 00:24:11.800 align:center I also placed bets on the hunt. 00:24:11.800 --> 00:24:16.320 align:center Did I humiliate you? 00:24:17.040 --> 00:24:19.320 align:center I dare not! 00:24:19.320 --> 00:24:21.440 align:center Your Highness, please calm down. 00:24:53.600 --> 00:24:55.280 align:center Don't look at me like that. 00:24:55.280 --> 00:24:58.520 align:center Do not think that I won't shoot you just because you're cute. 00:25:02.560 --> 00:25:04.520 align:center You're just too cute. 00:25:04.520 --> 00:25:06.760 align:center I really can't do it. 00:25:09.920 --> 00:25:12.080 align:center That's right. 00:25:12.080 --> 00:25:15.640 align:center It's because it's cute. 00:25:20.760 --> 00:25:22.760 align:center It seems like its leg is injured. 00:25:22.760 --> 00:25:27.160 align:center I... It's not that I didn't shoot it because I'm bad at riding and shooting. 00:25:28.200 --> 00:25:30.760 align:center It's because I think it's so cute. 00:25:30.760 --> 00:25:32.640 align:center Bunny. 00:25:34.200 --> 00:25:36.440 align:center - Bunny. - It's really cute. 00:25:41.680 --> 00:25:44.000 align:center There is a fierceness in your temperament. 00:25:44.000 --> 00:25:46.280 align:center It's quite to my liking. 00:25:46.280 --> 00:25:49.120 align:center I have never been accustomed to the behavior of those ministers' wives. 00:25:49.120 --> 00:25:53.160 align:center The more things you know, the more they hate you. 00:25:54.720 --> 00:25:56.480 align:center Your Highness, I'm sorry to have embarrassed myself. 00:25:56.480 --> 00:25:58.880 align:center Being elegant, behave honorably, 00:25:58.880 --> 00:26:00.640 align:center good in cooking, flower arranging, 00:26:00.640 --> 00:26:03.280 align:center burning incense, and tea etiquette, these are all good. 00:26:03.280 --> 00:26:06.040 align:center I appreciate it but I'm also worried about it. 00:26:06.040 --> 00:26:09.320 align:center Especially when these become the only criterion for judging women. 00:26:09.320 --> 00:26:13.360 align:center I think that women in this world shouldn't have one way to live. 00:26:13.360 --> 00:26:18.480 align:center They should also have different choices where they can live their lives well, too. 00:26:18.480 --> 00:26:20.320 align:center Well said. 00:26:21.200 --> 00:26:24.320 align:center The Dou family is indeed different. 00:26:26.200 --> 00:26:28.840 align:center The hunting session is over. 00:26:28.840 --> 00:26:33.880 align:center Everyone, please return to your tents. 00:26:33.880 --> 00:26:36.920 align:center Guess who has the best hunting results? 00:26:36.920 --> 00:26:38.760 align:center Dong Qi. 00:26:39.920 --> 00:26:43.760 align:center I still remember when Yantang participated in hunting for the first time. 00:26:43.760 --> 00:26:46.960 align:center He was the youngest among all the contestants. 00:26:46.960 --> 00:26:52.080 align:center He was also the one who achieved the best results among the noblemen for decades. 00:26:52.080 --> 00:26:54.000 align:center It's a pity now. 00:26:54.000 --> 00:26:57.800 align:center Your Highness, I was only guessing the ranking. 00:26:57.800 --> 00:27:01.280 align:center The one with the best results may not necessarily win the game. 00:27:01.280 --> 00:27:05.520 align:center Lord Song understands this, that's why he's holding back. 00:27:06.400 --> 00:27:09.280 align:center I watched Yantang grow up. 00:27:09.280 --> 00:27:11.600 align:center He's stubborn. 00:27:11.600 --> 00:27:14.280 align:center I didn't think anyone could contain him. 00:27:14.280 --> 00:27:18.440 align:center Indeed, everyone does have a weakness. 00:27:28.600 --> 00:27:30.080 align:center Your Majesty, I didn't disappoint you. 00:27:30.080 --> 00:27:32.320 align:center I got a white-striped tiger. 00:27:32.320 --> 00:27:34.560 align:center I've handed it to the officer of the zoo. 00:27:34.560 --> 00:27:36.760 align:center Good. 00:27:36.760 --> 00:27:38.520 align:center Why are you so arrogant? 00:27:38.520 --> 00:27:41.960 align:center The eyeballs of the tiger hunted by Yantang could crush you to death. 00:27:41.960 --> 00:27:45.400 align:center Yantang, what did you get? 00:27:51.520 --> 00:27:55.680 align:center Your Majesty, I got a white-flowered venomous snake. 00:27:56.720 --> 00:28:00.760 align:center You unworthy son. I thought you hunted the Kunpeng bird or a dragon. 00:28:00.760 --> 00:28:05.440 align:center How dare you feel proud by getting a useless hunt like a venomous snake? 00:28:09.080 --> 00:28:13.800 align:center Venomous snakes are not on the hunting list. 00:28:13.800 --> 00:28:17.000 align:center Why did you hunt for it? 00:28:17.000 --> 00:28:19.120 align:center Your Majesty got a black bear. 00:28:19.120 --> 00:28:21.640 align:center Its figure and ability are as strong as that of a tiger or a lion. 00:28:21.640 --> 00:28:23.160 align:center It can be called the king of beasts. 00:28:23.160 --> 00:28:26.320 align:center It is benevolent and rarely takes the first move. 00:28:26.320 --> 00:28:28.480 align:center It is quite like our kingdom. 00:28:28.480 --> 00:28:30.360 align:center A black bear is strong and brave, 00:28:30.360 --> 00:28:34.680 align:center but it is often troubled by a venomous snake's sneak attacks. 00:28:35.480 --> 00:28:39.200 align:center Your Majesty, I am willing to remove the unimportant threats 00:28:39.200 --> 00:28:44.960 align:center and use my life to calm the billows to preserve the prosperous kingdom. 00:28:51.280 --> 00:28:52.400 align:center Look over there. 00:28:52.400 --> 00:28:54.240 align:center Once we get the northern land, 00:28:54.240 --> 00:28:56.960 align:center you and I will go there to watch the sunrise. 00:28:56.960 --> 00:28:59.200 align:center - Jiang Meisun! - Yes, Your Majesty. 00:28:59.200 --> 00:29:02.200 align:center You're exempted from the death sentence. 00:29:02.200 --> 00:29:04.960 align:center You're allowed to bring a sword when you see me and you do not have to bow to me when you see me. 00:29:04.960 --> 00:29:07.280 align:center We're not masters and servants, 00:29:07.280 --> 00:29:10.040 align:center so you're not going to deceive the emperor. 00:29:13.680 --> 00:29:14.760 align:center Your Majesty. 00:29:14.760 --> 00:29:17.120 align:center He is not good at riding and shooting, thus failed to live up to your grace. 00:29:17.120 --> 00:29:19.880 align:center Yet you have the nerve to argue. 00:29:19.880 --> 00:29:22.240 align:center Song Yichun. 00:29:22.240 --> 00:29:24.040 align:center Your Majesty. 00:29:24.040 --> 00:29:26.400 align:center For so many years, 00:29:26.400 --> 00:29:29.440 align:center have you ever fulfilled your duties as a husband... 00:29:30.480 --> 00:29:32.760 align:center and father? 00:29:32.760 --> 00:29:35.360 align:center During the hunt more than 20 years ago, 00:29:35.360 --> 00:29:37.400 align:center I... 00:29:37.400 --> 00:29:40.840 align:center bestowed your marriage to your wife, Jiang. 00:29:40.840 --> 00:29:43.920 align:center But Jiang passed away not long ago. 00:29:43.920 --> 00:29:48.280 align:center Do you really think that I have no idea about those ugly lthings 00:29:48.280 --> 00:29:50.280 align:center that happened in your household? 00:29:50.280 --> 00:29:53.280 align:center Is this how you repay my grace? 00:29:56.440 --> 00:30:00.440 align:center I was inconsiderate. I'm ashamed, Your Majesty. 00:30:15.200 --> 00:30:17.600 align:center Yantang was outstanding in riding and shooting. 00:30:17.600 --> 00:30:20.720 align:center No one is his rival. 00:30:20.720 --> 00:30:23.280 align:center If you hadn't taken such a heavy hand, 00:30:23.280 --> 00:30:27.280 align:center how could he have become so sick and weak? 00:30:48.960 --> 00:30:51.800 align:center Thank you, Your Majesty, for your consideration. 00:30:52.760 --> 00:30:56.960 align:center The imperial court needs men. 00:30:56.960 --> 00:30:59.040 align:center Yantang, 00:30:59.040 --> 00:31:02.160 align:center don't get caught up in the sadness. 00:31:02.160 --> 00:31:05.840 align:center What you hunt is just what I want. 00:31:06.360 --> 00:31:08.280 align:center I'm lifting your mourning period. 00:31:08.280 --> 00:31:12.120 align:center You're immediately appointed as the commander of the Imperial Guards. 00:31:12.120 --> 00:31:14.000 align:center Thank you, Your Majesty. 00:31:15.160 --> 00:31:19.440 align:center As for the second son of the Duke of Ying... 00:31:20.280 --> 00:31:23.520 align:center I got a deer and a leopard. 00:31:23.520 --> 00:31:25.360 align:center Not bad. 00:31:25.360 --> 00:31:27.640 align:center Like Dong Qi, 00:31:27.640 --> 00:31:30.320 align:center you'll be bestowed with the title of Cavalry Captain and a jade belt. 00:31:30.320 --> 00:31:33.280 align:center - Thank you, Your Majesty. - Thank you, Your Majesty. 00:31:34.600 --> 00:31:36.560 align:center Your Majesty. 00:31:37.280 --> 00:31:39.240 align:center Lord Dou... 00:31:39.240 --> 00:31:43.360 align:center Lord Dou has returned. He is waiting for a summons from the side hall. 00:31:46.520 --> 00:31:50.200 align:center The crown prince is questioning him about 00:31:50.200 --> 00:31:53.720 align:center the opening of the horse market at Liaodong. 00:31:55.160 --> 00:31:57.760 align:center Yantang, come with me. 00:31:57.760 --> 00:32:00.480 align:center - Yes, Your Majesty. - Shude, come along. 00:32:00.480 --> 00:32:02.840 align:center Farewell, Your Majesty. 00:32:02.840 --> 00:32:05.560 align:center Farewell, Your Majesty. 00:32:17.840 --> 00:32:20.040 align:center Dou Zhao will come with us. 00:32:21.800 --> 00:32:23.600 align:center Although Lizhen has withdrawn troops, 00:32:23.600 --> 00:32:27.040 align:center it is inevitable that they will attack again once we cut off its way of survival. 00:32:27.040 --> 00:32:29.520 align:center I think that having the market in Liaodong 00:32:29.520 --> 00:32:32.720 align:center which allows the various tribes of Lizhen to exchange for cotton and grain with horses 00:32:32.720 --> 00:32:34.440 align:center is the long-term strategy to gain peace. 00:32:34.440 --> 00:32:36.560 align:center What if they launch an army after they've honed their strength? 00:32:36.560 --> 00:32:39.160 align:center It will be hard for the people at the border to survive! 00:32:39.160 --> 00:32:40.920 align:center There's a shortage of soldiers and generals at the border. 00:32:40.920 --> 00:32:43.760 align:center Even if there's the horse market, there'll be no long-term peace. 00:32:43.760 --> 00:32:46.520 align:center Now that the problem has been solved, we should feign civility, 00:32:46.520 --> 00:32:49.280 align:center station the army in secret and prepare for war! 00:32:49.280 --> 00:32:52.440 align:center Minister Wang, I can see that you only want a war. 00:32:52.440 --> 00:32:55.440 align:center Is disregarding people's lives your way of leading an army? 00:32:55.440 --> 00:32:58.560 align:center Do you want to use this to control the Six Ministries? 00:32:58.560 --> 00:33:01.720 align:center The arrival of His Majesty. 00:33:03.440 --> 00:33:05.800 align:center I heard it outside. 00:33:05.800 --> 00:33:10.200 align:center The two of you are at loggerheads. That's too serious. 00:33:10.200 --> 00:33:13.960 align:center Be it engaging in war or opening the market, ultimately... 00:33:14.560 --> 00:33:17.200 align:center it is about money, isn't it? 00:33:21.920 --> 00:33:23.920 align:center The Minister of Revenue is here today. 00:33:23.920 --> 00:33:26.920 align:center Minister Dou, do the math. 00:33:26.920 --> 00:33:28.880 align:center This year, we provided disaster relief a few times. 00:33:28.880 --> 00:33:31.520 align:center Is it not enough for Liaodong? 00:33:33.920 --> 00:33:35.520 align:center You're the crown prince. 00:33:35.520 --> 00:33:36.920 align:center Tell me. 00:33:36.920 --> 00:33:39.560 align:center What's the best way to do business with Lizhen? 00:33:40.480 --> 00:33:42.200 align:center Your Majesty, I am slow-witted. 00:33:42.200 --> 00:33:46.320 align:center Unless money falls from the sky, otherwise, we can't 00:33:46.320 --> 00:33:48.400 align:center take care of both at the same time. 00:33:48.400 --> 00:33:51.880 align:center Shude, tell me about it. 00:33:51.880 --> 00:33:56.520 align:center I want to hear your opinions today. There's no need to be overcautious. 00:33:56.520 --> 00:34:01.400 align:center I don't know about the state affairs, but when it comes to doing business, 00:34:01.400 --> 00:34:05.120 align:center Fourth Young Lady Dou, who topped the list of the noblewoman test this year, 00:34:05.120 --> 00:34:08.440 align:center is known to be a business wizard. 00:34:08.440 --> 00:34:10.720 align:center She's insightful. 00:34:10.720 --> 00:34:14.480 align:center Just now, because of the betting in the hunting competition, 00:34:14.480 --> 00:34:16.800 align:center she got some luck. 00:34:17.360 --> 00:34:20.720 align:center - Your Majesty, please forgive me! - Your Majesty, please forgive me! 00:34:20.720 --> 00:34:22.920 align:center Is there such a thing? 00:34:23.600 --> 00:34:25.560 align:center Bring her here. 00:34:25.560 --> 00:34:27.800 align:center Dou Zhao, the winner of the noblewoman test, 00:34:27.800 --> 00:34:30.960 align:center is to have an audience with the emperor! 00:34:38.680 --> 00:34:41.520 align:center Your servant, Dou Zhao, pays homage to His Majesty. 00:34:43.320 --> 00:34:46.480 align:center Tell me. How did you win the betting? 00:34:47.880 --> 00:34:50.200 align:center Your Majesty, please calm down. 00:34:54.920 --> 00:34:59.000 align:center Your servant, Dou Zhao, incited and buildt momentum, letting Lord Dong become the favorite. 00:34:59.000 --> 00:35:01.200 align:center The rest of the noblemen put their bets on Lord Dong. 00:35:01.200 --> 00:35:04.240 align:center while I was the only one who bet on Lord Song to win the competition. 00:35:04.240 --> 00:35:06.160 align:center Shut up. 00:35:06.160 --> 00:35:10.080 align:center Your Majesty, I failed to teach her; thus, she was out of the line. 00:35:10.080 --> 00:35:13.040 align:center Dou Zhao, seek forgiveness from His Majesty! 00:35:17.200 --> 00:35:19.240 align:center Minister Dou, you worry too much. 00:35:19.240 --> 00:35:21.680 align:center Both Taizu and Taizong built the kingdom through horses. 00:35:21.680 --> 00:35:23.600 align:center The royal family and nobles ride around and hunt, 00:35:23.600 --> 00:35:25.960 align:center and betting is allowed. 00:35:27.000 --> 00:35:30.280 align:center Besides, for most households, 00:35:30.280 --> 00:35:32.160 align:center women take care of the finances. 00:35:32.160 --> 00:35:34.480 align:center She wasn't out of line. 00:35:35.040 --> 00:35:36.600 align:center Yes, Your Majesty. 00:35:36.600 --> 00:35:39.120 align:center I'm narrow-minded. 00:35:39.120 --> 00:35:41.760 align:center Mu Chuan, the Minister of Works, told me that 00:35:41.760 --> 00:35:44.760 align:center you contributed to the Futing merchant ships case. 00:35:44.760 --> 00:35:48.280 align:center I believe you know the current predicament of the imperial court. 00:35:48.280 --> 00:35:52.080 align:center Tell me if you have any good ideas. 00:35:55.280 --> 00:35:57.720 align:center Your Majesty, please allow me to show you something. 00:35:57.720 --> 00:35:59.600 align:center Your request is granted. 00:36:08.160 --> 00:36:09.400 align:center Because of the maritime trade in Futing, 00:36:09.400 --> 00:36:11.760 align:center I got to know about a starchy vegetable from the West. 00:36:11.760 --> 00:36:12.960 align:center Its name is potato. 00:36:12.960 --> 00:36:15.960 align:center When eaten, the texture resembles a pastry. Two or three are enough to fill you up. 00:36:15.960 --> 00:36:20.280 align:center It can grow in cold or hot weather, and regardless of soil. 00:36:20.280 --> 00:36:24.520 align:center The Miao family at Futing has tried planting over 100 acres and sold hundreds of catties. 00:36:24.520 --> 00:36:29.080 align:center Do you mean that whether it's the northern with drought or the southern with floods, 00:36:29.080 --> 00:36:31.240 align:center it is suitable to plant it. Right? 00:36:32.120 --> 00:36:34.800 align:center Replacing half of the provisions in various locations with potatoes 00:36:34.800 --> 00:36:36.960 align:center will save about 500,000 taels. 00:36:36.960 --> 00:36:40.240 align:center The affected farmers can convert half of their fields to plant potatoes. 00:36:40.240 --> 00:36:42.720 align:center It produces crops twice a year, with April and May as the best months. 00:36:42.720 --> 00:36:45.800 align:center If it's planted in autumn, in spring, it can be taxed for 300,000 taels 00:36:45.800 --> 00:36:47.440 align:center and we'll get 70,000 dan of potatoes. 00:36:47.440 --> 00:36:49.160 align:center If we're opening a market in Liaodong... 00:36:49.160 --> 00:36:52.560 align:center Well, Lizhen didn't specifically say that they only want rice and flour. 00:37:07.040 --> 00:37:10.120 align:center Exchanging levied potatoes for horses... 00:37:10.800 --> 00:37:12.880 align:center Good. 00:37:12.880 --> 00:37:15.960 align:center Isn't this a business where money falls from the sky? 00:37:18.240 --> 00:37:21.240 align:center You're indeed the winner of the noblewoman test. 00:37:21.240 --> 00:37:22.320 align:center Pass down my order. 00:37:22.320 --> 00:37:24.800 align:center Tell the Farming Bureau to do this and get the money from the Ministry of Revenue. 00:37:24.800 --> 00:37:27.000 align:center - Tell Liang Jifang to draft a plan. - Yes. 00:37:27.000 --> 00:37:29.000 align:center Tell the Court of the Imperial Banquets, the Court of the Imperial Stud, 00:37:29.000 --> 00:37:30.920 align:center and the Imperial Horse Administration to send people to Liaodong 00:37:30.920 --> 00:37:32.920 align:center and assist You Ting with the horse market. 00:37:32.920 --> 00:37:34.560 align:center If we have horses, we can recruit troops. 00:37:34.560 --> 00:37:37.280 align:center If we want a fight, we can fight at any time. 00:37:37.280 --> 00:37:38.760 align:center - But... - Your Majesty... 00:37:38.760 --> 00:37:41.000 align:center But what? 00:37:41.000 --> 00:37:42.960 align:center Let's do this. 00:37:54.080 --> 00:37:55.440 align:center You should get up, too. 00:37:55.440 --> 00:37:57.560 align:center Thank you, Your Majesty. 00:37:58.160 --> 00:37:59.600 align:center Dou Zhao, 00:37:59.600 --> 00:38:03.880 align:center since you win the first prize, how should I reward you? 00:38:05.160 --> 00:38:08.280 align:center Dou Zhao and Song Mo each won first prize. 00:38:08.280 --> 00:38:10.680 align:center Of course, you should reward them, Brother. 00:38:10.680 --> 00:38:13.320 align:center The two of them look good together though. 00:38:21.520 --> 00:38:23.240 align:center Thank you, Your Majesty. 00:38:23.240 --> 00:38:26.720 align:center I'm quite good at calculation and I know how to grow potatoes. 00:38:26.720 --> 00:38:29.360 align:center I'm willing to serve the kingdom. 00:38:29.360 --> 00:38:31.560 align:center - Your Majesty, I... - Your Majesty. 00:38:31.560 --> 00:38:35.080 align:center The Dou family is a small family. We have no male children. 00:38:35.080 --> 00:38:38.200 align:center We only have my younger brother's two daughters. 00:38:38.200 --> 00:38:41.840 align:center Dou Zhao has a marriage engagement with the Marquis of Jining. 00:38:41.840 --> 00:38:44.560 align:center We can't have the Marquis of Jining 00:38:44.560 --> 00:38:47.800 align:center to move to Liaodong and grow potatoes. Right? 00:38:49.360 --> 00:38:51.400 align:center Marquis of Jining? 00:38:51.400 --> 00:38:53.920 align:center - Wei Tingyu? - Yes. 00:39:10.160 --> 00:39:13.320 align:center Where's he? How was his performance during the hunting session? 00:39:13.320 --> 00:39:17.240 align:center The Marquis of Jining has not returned yet. 00:39:17.240 --> 00:39:21.080 align:center The Wei family is a family of generals. 00:39:22.120 --> 00:39:25.840 align:center But Wei Tingyu has poor fighting skills. 00:39:26.680 --> 00:39:31.440 align:center He should train with the Imperial Guards. 00:39:31.440 --> 00:39:33.800 align:center Yes, Your Majesty. 00:39:33.800 --> 00:39:37.360 align:center Yantang, it's time for you to get married. 00:39:38.520 --> 00:39:41.280 align:center Princess Jingyu grew up with you. 00:39:41.280 --> 00:39:44.960 align:center You're not afraid of her and you know the ways to restrain her. 00:39:47.200 --> 00:39:49.960 align:center Princess Jingyu has an unusual temper. 00:39:49.960 --> 00:39:53.080 align:center Brother, please think it over before deciding this. 00:39:53.080 --> 00:39:56.400 align:center Lest the princess fall out with you. 00:39:57.680 --> 00:40:00.640 align:center I've spoiled her. 00:40:02.120 --> 00:40:06.160 align:center Yantang, I have made a promise to you. 00:40:06.160 --> 00:40:09.880 align:center Come to me when you're ready. 00:40:13.200 --> 00:40:15.080 align:center Thank you, Your Majesty. 00:40:22.240 --> 00:40:24.080 align:center Good job on voicing your opinion just now. 00:40:24.080 --> 00:40:26.680 align:center You're as knowledgeable as a man. 00:40:26.680 --> 00:40:30.600 align:center Congratulations, Your Grace, for being promoted to the commander of the Imperial Guards. 00:40:32.080 --> 00:40:34.320 align:center Dou Shishu uses you as a bargaining chip. 00:40:34.320 --> 00:40:37.280 align:center You should take the initiative instead of being passive. 00:40:37.280 --> 00:40:39.640 align:center Make him afraid of you. 00:40:41.760 --> 00:40:44.080 align:center Children's marriages are arranged by their parents. 00:40:44.080 --> 00:40:46.600 align:center This was decided earlier. 00:40:47.560 --> 00:40:50.160 align:center If you don't want to fall out with them, I can break off the engagement for you. 00:40:50.160 --> 00:40:52.080 align:center Your Grace, 00:40:52.080 --> 00:40:54.880 align:center I will handle this matter myself. 00:40:58.040 --> 00:41:00.720 align:center That's Marquis of Jining's signal flare. 00:41:00.720 --> 00:41:02.840 align:center Young Lady! 00:41:02.840 --> 00:41:04.320 align:center Young Lady Ming is missing. 00:41:04.320 --> 00:41:06.200 align:center Madam has sent servants to search everywhere, 00:41:06.200 --> 00:41:08.280 align:center but it's been two hours, and no one has seen her. 00:41:08.280 --> 00:41:10.320 align:center Dou Ming left after she was eliminated. 00:41:10.320 --> 00:41:12.320 align:center She hasn't been seen since. 00:41:13.000 --> 00:41:15.040 align:center Could the two of them be together? 00:41:15.040 --> 00:41:16.480 align:center The Imperial Guards are nearby. 00:41:16.480 --> 00:41:19.040 align:center - I'll go and request reinforcements. - Your Grace. 00:41:21.160 --> 00:41:23.160 align:center The Marquis of Jining cares about his reputation the most. 00:41:23.160 --> 00:41:24.920 align:center This matter can't be made public. 00:41:24.920 --> 00:41:28.240 align:center Why don't I go with you? 00:41:43.520 --> 00:41:45.560 align:center Zhao, I didn't seduce him. 00:41:45.560 --> 00:41:46.800 align:center I swear! 00:41:46.800 --> 00:41:50.760 align:center If you want me to believe your words, burn this painting. 00:41:50.760 --> 00:41:54.200 align:center If you don't want to fall apart with them, I can break off the engagement for you. 00:41:54.200 --> 00:41:57.000 align:center Stay away from me and I'll have a lesser burden. 00:41:57.000 --> 00:42:00.480 align:center It's for your own good and for my own good.