Love of Nirvana (2024) s01e02 Episode Script

♪Flower petals have fallen,
piling as high as mortal mercilessness♪
♪Gone with the wind,
as if it has never existed♪
♪I ask for more time♪
♪To rewrite our stories♪
♪We travel together in joys and woes♪
♪Blood bathes this entangled destiny♪
♪For the next reunion
in the troubled times♪
♪We tread a treacherous path♪
♪To find each other♪
♪Wars and bleakness,
the bright moon shines upon the city♪
♪I will offer my bravery♪
♪Fighting relentlessly♪
♪All for no regrets♪
♪In this life-and-death battle,
I will not back down♪
♪Withstand enduring time♪
♪Someone at the end of the world
never leaves♪
♪I brave the grim haze
to be with you once again♪
=Love of Nirvana=
(Based on Xiao Lou's novel of the same name)
How's she?
She's saved.
She will be awake
in two days.
Thank you, Ziming.
You haven't slept for days.
Go and get some rest.
If so,
I will leave it to you, Your Lordship.
Men's good nature
is as natural as the water
flowing downward.
Every man is good in nature
Easy.
We're going to a great place tonight.
Just as water flows downward.
If water
Master.
Have you memorized this chapter?
I have missed you so much
while you went down the mountain.
I made a lot of dishes for you.
Please drink some water.
I will bring them now.
Master,
here.
Try the Bitterless Congee.
This time,
I replaced Lingjiu Flower with hydrilla.
Try it
and see if it matches the taste
you had before.
Do they taste the same?
Ci,
I only had the Bitterless Congee
when I was young.
I barely remembered its taste.
You don't have to
trouble yourself with that.
As if.
You mentioned it
on your birthday last year.
Also, ever since I was a kid,
you have always talked about
the childhood trip to Yueluo
with your family,
and you can't forget
the taste of Bitterless Congee.
Well
It's nothing.
I know you care about me.
I assure you
that you will get to taste
the most authentic Bitterless Congee
on your birthday.
Haven't given up yet?
You have wasted
almost all the flowers and herbs
in this mountain.
How's that wasting?
Every flower and herb here
is my closest friend.
I use them in my cooking and concoctions
and share them with neighbors.
I'm giving their life meaning.
You surely have a way
with words.
Did you hear any news
from the capital, Qingkang,
when you were in the township?
I heard
the Wei State sent over envoys
for a peace offer.
They will arrive in Qingkang
in ten days.
To welcome the envoy,
His Majesty even ordered the Marquis
of Jianding to host a grand celebration.
You're not thinking
of joining it, are you?
You can't go.
My dear Master,
I know you're worried about me.
But I really want to go out and explore.
As you know,
all I ever wish
is to taste all the delicious food
and visit great places in the world.
You don't know
how dangerous it is out there.
What's wrong?
The summer heat is annoying.
On my way back here,
I saw ripe watercress
at the entrance of the village.
Can you pluck some back?
Sure.
Right away.
Master,
the watercress soup is ready.
Master.
Master
Master must be tired
from the journey.
Master,
are you asleep?
Master?
Master. Hey.
(She has fallen asleep.)
(This is my opportunity.)
The birthday present is more important.
It's not that I sneak off
if I ask for her permission, right?
Master.
Master,
I'm going down the mountain
for a few days.
What do you think?
Master,
I did ask for your permission,
but you ignored me.
So I will take that as a yes.
There are many rare and precious plants
growing in Yueluo.
I must go there and take a look,
especially the unique Lingjiu Flower.
I need to set off now
to search for the ingredient
for Bitterless Congee
as a gift for Master,
and return before her birthday.
The peace negotiation
between the two states
is a big thing.
I can't miss out on that.
Anyway, there's still time.
I can search for the Lingjiu Flower
after witnessing the event.
We came to offer help to the Marquis.
Why did you stop us?
His Lordship forbids
anyone unrelated
from entering Fanling Manor.
This place is heavily guarded.
I'm afraid I can't go in
even if I have wings.
If wings don't work,
what about fins?
Great.
Clay cat?
It's Master?
Ci,
I know you always want to travel.
Well,
I will give you three months.
After the journey,
head to Yuzhou Island for
Dragon King Shrine by the end of autumn.
Present this clay cat
and someone will bring you to me.
I know
this dull place
can't contain
your carefree and uninhibited mind.
I can't protect you forever.
You need to learn to continue
the rest of your journey.
Bear this in mind:
Do not be too trusting.
Think carefully
before you act
to keep yourself safe.
Master is right.
Since I'm outside,
I need to tread carefully.
I have a Heart Shield Mirror, too.
Don't kill me.
Don't kill me.
No!
Miss,
you are saved.
This is Marquis of Jianding's Residence.
I'm Pei Yan.
Don't worry, miss.
I'm here,
no one can hurt you.
Shuxia.
I will do it.
(Bear this in mind:)
(Do not)
(be too trusting.)
Don't worry, miss.
This is medicine,
not poison.
This is Snowy Toad Pill.
This was kept as an emergency pill
for His Lordship on the battlefield.
Bring another spoon
and send for Mr. Cui.
Now,
it's important to improve your health.
You can trust me.
(I didn't know the influential
Marquis of Jianding)
(could be so gentle and thoughtful.)
Miss,
what's your name?
Why were you in Fanglin Manor?
I'm Jiang Ci.
I was on my way to Xuzhou
to visit my relatives.
However,
I dropped my baggage on the way.
Later, I heard Fanglin Manor
held a celebration,
so I was thinking of sneaking in here
to get some food.
Then, I ran into the assassin.
Do you remember
what the assassin looked like?
Or
perhaps his voice?
Ignorant brat,
one more word,
and I will snip your tongue.
Never mind.
You just escaped a narrow death,
it's normal that you can't remember.
This is Mr. Cui Liang,
he saved you.
Miss, may I take your pulse?
Miss,
you are fortunate
to survive the deadly wound.
You passed out for quite some time.
Your family must be worried about you.
Should I send a message
to inform them you're safe?
(No way.)
(I have caused a big trouble.)
(I can't drag Master into this.)
What's wrong?
Your Lordship,
maybe we should let her rest.
All right.
Miss, if you need anything,
feel free to tell me.
Let's go.
(To think)
(I was saved
by the Marquis of Jianding.)
(I need)
(to recover as quickly as possible)
(and leave this place.)
(I mustn't run into)
(that shameless cat again.)
(I need to get my baggage back.)
(I can't meet with Master)
if I lose the clay cat.)
Your Lordship,
I will prepare some medicine
for the young lady.
Thank you, Ziming.
Your Lordship,
she is too cautious.
She's wary
because of the attack.
Let her stay in Qing Garden,
and take good care of her.
Let her do
anything she wants.
Don't startle her anymore.
Yes, Your Lordship.
Here.
Here.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Another bowl of noodles?
Young Master,
He gathered some news.
That girl is called Jiang Ci,
and Pei Yan saved her life.
She's tough.
Pei Yan went to great lengths
just to use that girl
to catch me.
I will kill her now.
Do stay composed.
If she had revealed anything,
the Pei's Residence
would've taken action.
What else did Mr. He find?
He said the girl
was eating and drinking well.
She even practiced
The Art of Five Beasts.
She
enjoyed herself there.
Young Master is here.
Greetings, Young Master.
Greetings, Young Master.
What are you doing?
We secretly collected
the bodies of our kin
from the slave camp
and are preparing to send them back
to Yueluo for burial.
Burn them.
Don't forget our mission
as the Shadow Sect
and why you have been waiting here.
We laid low here for years
not to keep dead bodies
and bring trouble to the living.
Burn them.
Young Master,
Liu and the rest are sentimental.
After all,
they are our kin.
When they placed all the blame
on Father back then,
did they ever consider Father
their kin?
I understand what you're saying.
Now that we have failed
and alerted Pei Yan.
It won't be easy for us
to catch Teng Rui.
Until the peace negotiation date
is set,
we still have a chance.
Come to think of it,
that brat is a trouble.
She has a mind of her own.
We need to observe more.
If you like lotus seeds,
I will send some to your room.
Shuxia,
I'm actually free,
so I'm just playing
with the lotus seeds.
Shuxia,
try this.
This is lotus seed tea.
It helps remove feverish heat.
You have been looking after me
these days.
This tea
is a token of my gratitude.
Thank you, Miss Jiang.
This is my duty.
You don't have to do this.
I wonder if I have caused trouble
for His Lordship
after that incident.
Don't overthink, miss.
His Lordship arranged
the best guest room
for you
you could stay and focus on your mend
without worries.
I haven't had a chance
to thank His Lordship since last time.
Speaking of which,
I should thank His Lordship properly
and not cause him any more trouble.
Once His Lordship finishes
the peace negotiation,
he will send you to your relatives
in Xuzhou.
(That's an excuse.)
(I have to go search
for the Lingjiu Flower.)
(I can't waste my time here.)
(I need to find a way to leave.)
Shuxia,
it's quite boring
staying here these days.
Could you get me something fun?
Shuxia,
kites in Qingkang
are indeed special.
Can I fly the kite in the courtyard?
That's great.
Miss Jiang,
the kite
Shuxia,
the Marquis's residence
is a dignified place.
A kite hanging up there
isn't appropriate.
I will take it down.
No.
It's dangerous, Miss Jiang.
Miss Jiang,
you might hurt yourself.
Don't worry.
I always climbed here and there
back home.
It's easy for me.
Be careful.
(I knew it.)
(The defense here is airtight.)
(Maybe I have to find another way.)
(I mustn't let the shameless cat
find out that I'm still alive.)
Miss Jiang,
are you all right?
I'm fine.
Your Lordship, your left arm is hurt.
His Lordship got injured
from saving you last time.
Shuxia.
I'm sorry,
I didn't know that.
You even fed me medicine last time.
It's just superficial.
Nothing to worry about.
There's no need to blame yourself.
You are a victim, too.
If I hadn't been curious,
that shameless cat
wouldn't have noticed me,
and you wouldn't have been injured.
I shouldn't have climbed so high.
Shuxia,
go to the Household Office
to get your punishment.
Yes, Your Lordship.
Why did you punish her?
We have rules in this residence.
Since she failed to take good care
of the guest,
she should be punished.
I insisted.
It has nothing to do with Shuxia.
She has been looking after me,
and it's tough for her.
I can't let her be punished
because of me.
Shuxia,
thank Miss Jiang.
Thank you, Miss Jiang.
By the way,
just now
you mentioned
the shameless cat.
It's the assassin
who sneakily hid in the tree.
That's why I call him the shameless cat.
It's windy outside.
Let's go inside and have some tea.
Miss Jiang,
this is tea from Jiangnan.
Try this.
Thank you, Your Lordship.
This tea
I can taste yingzi from it.
If you like this,
I can prepare more for you.
That's very kind of you.
This tastes new to me,
but I won't be able to drink much.
Your Lordship, please try this.
What's this?
Lotus seed tea.
I picked the seed pods from the pond
and brewed them.
I should repay your kindness
for saving my life.
But I don't have much to offer.
I could only make this tea for you
to express my gratitude.
This tea is surprisingly refreshing.
Also, it has been a while
since I met someone as frank as you.
You are also
the most amiable court official
I have ever seen.
I must apologize.
I didn't observe well
and recklessly hurt you
that day.
Your Lordship,
I only blame my bad luck for that.
Besides,
you are also injured because of me.
So we are even.
Please rest assured.
I will capture the assassin
and get justice for you.
Your Lordship,
I didn't see his face that day.
Otherwise,
I could've helped you.
Never mind.
Shuxia said
you have relatives in Xuzhou.
How about this?
You can stay here and rest.
Once you recover,
I will send my men to escort you back.
You will arrive safe and sound.
I'm just a provincial girl.
I shouldn't trouble you with that.
I have almost recovered.
It's time to take my leave.
I understand that.
But you haven't
fully recovered yet.
Please stay and rest.
When your condition becomes stable,
you can decide your next move.
(Seems like)
(he won't let me go)
(until that shameless cat shows up.)
(I will have to look for
another chance later.)
It's a shame, though.
When I was in my hometown,
I always heard the caravan say
that Qingkang
has the most beautiful scenery,
delicious food, and peerless beauty.
However,
just as I arrived,
I almost lost my life.
That truly ruined my expectations.
Do you want to go out and look around?
It might seem funny to you,
but I'm a restless person.
I do know
I should stay here for now
to avoid provoking the assassin
and getting myself into trouble.
It's better to stay low.
If you want to go out,
that's possible.
I have a day off two days later.
I will go with you
and keep you safe as well.
Your Lordship,
you are busy with state affairs.
I can't take up any more of your time.
Maybe
you could send
a rather free guard to go with me.
I think Physician Cui,
whom I met last time,
is a pretty good choice.
He's well-built
and strong.
I think he's good.
As you wish.
Thank you, Your Lordship.
Your Lordship,
Miss Jiang
doesn't know martial arts.
From her reaction during the fall
and her breathing rhythm,
she has no martial skills.
However,
she's more agile than ordinary women.
Did she really not see
the face of the assassin?
I tested her.
She probably was frightened
and didn't see the assassin's face.
If that's the case,
the search
will be like looking for a needle
in a haystack.
Tomorrow,
you and Ziming will accompany her
on a stroll through town.
Isn't that exposing her
to danger?
She's kind-hearted
but witty.
She's not the obedient kind.
Since she plans to leave,
I shall play along with her
and flash the assassin out.
All right.
That's good.
I will send the peace treaty
back to the Wei State
as quickly as possible
so that His Majesty can decide.
But
if there's any delay,
I hope
you will understand, Marquis Pei.
Certainly, Lord Teng.
This way, please.
Oh, right.
Marquis Pei,
have you found
the assassin?
After the commotion
during the peace negotiation,
my subordinates became anxious
and couldn't focus on the mission.
We will ensure your safety, Lord Teng.
Well.
I have always admired
the prosperous literate culture
of Qingkang,
especially the Yu Shrine
in the east of the city.
It's said they left
a Master Yu's handwritten poem.
I have been wanting to read it.
It's a shame I can't get a chance.
I will
capture the assassin as soon as possible
so that it won't spoil your joy.
I shall thank you in advance,
Marquis Pei.
Safe trip.
Teng Rui is eager to visit Yu Shrine
for Master Yu's poem.
Teng Rui has taken the bait.
Tell our men to start.
We also gathered
that Pei Yan had reserved a room
in the Lanyue Parlor.
He wants to apologize to that girl.
It seems Pei Yan
didn't get any answer from her.
He's doing this
because he thinks
that if I find out
that the girl is still alive,
I will show up to kill her.
That girl is desperate to escape.
I doubt she will attend it.
Young Master,
what's your plan?
Mr. Ping,
search around the lakeside
near Fanglin Manor.
That girl snuck in through the lake,
she probably had left something there.
Yes, Young Master.
One more.
I'm free today,
so I'm joining you.
I hope you don't mind.
Not at all.
Traveling around Qingkang with you
is my pleasure, Your Lordship.
Don't worry, miss.
The Changfeng Guards
aren't in uniform today.
All of us are avoiding attention.
There won't be any danger.
Thank you so much, Your Lordship.
(I was thinking)
(about leaving
the heavily guarded place,)
(which is why)
(I chose a frail scholar
to travel with me.)
(He's indeed hard to throw off.)
Lanyue Parlor is right ahead.
It's well known for its hairy crab
and chrysanthemum tea.
How about this?
Tonight, I will invite you both
to enjoy
the chrysanthemum tea
and crab banquet in Qingkang.
(Chrysanthemum tea
and crab banquet, huh?)
(It seems more like a trap.)
Lanyue Parlor
is built by the river.
When you stand on its terrace,
you can see the night view
of the entire Qinghui River.
(I'm looking for a way to escape.)
(There's a river.)
(Isn't that the best route?)
Miss Jiang?
Sure.
That's a great opportunity.
I must have a couple more crabs.
Please eat to your fill
and enjoy the night tonight.
Sure.
Miss Jiang,
are you homesick?
I have never heard
such a beautiful tune.
It makes me emotional.
This tune tells
the suffering of the people
who lose their families and homes
in years of war.
I see.
What's wrong with this gloomy tune?
Give us chirpy ones.
Exactly.
I didn't pay you
for a dirge.
Brat,
how dare you.
There are only refined guests here.
Sirs, I suppose
this is your first time
at such an elegant place.
That's why you don't know
how to behave and speak.
Who're they. They are rude.
Such an embarrassment.
You are finally here, Your Lordship.
I was waiting for you.
Why are your plates empty?
Hurry up.
Serve the crabs.
Why are you looking at me like this?
I always appreciate beautiful ladies.
I misbehaved.
Please pardon me.
Thank you for speaking up
and driving away
those annoying guests just now.
This jade pendant
is a gift for you.
I drove them away
because they were noisy.
It's a small matter.
Not worth mentioning.
Do you not like this jade?
I prefer to be carefree.
Besides,
one doesn't always have to
get everything they like.
There are plenty of things I like
in this world,
but I can't make all of them mine.
What a carefree girl.
Your Lordship,
where did you find this likable girl?
She fell from a tree.
I knew
that the only person
who could make Miss Shu Yan leave me
was you.
Greetings, Your Highness.
(The Crown Prince?)
Skip the formalities.
So Miss Su Yan was playing that tune
for you.
Yu is to blame.
Prince Zhuang?
He wrote this song for Miss Su Yan
and invited me over to listen.
Yet, when someone told him
Master Yu's handwritten poem
was found in Yu Shrine,
he rushed off to see it.
I was left here,
not knowing what to do.
If Censor Yin finds out,
he will definitely criticize me.
Prince Zhuang has always been fond
of collecting literature,
and he is a straightforward person.
It doesn't surprise me
that he stood you up.
Enough about him.
Come.
Let's eat the crabs.
(For a horse to run,)
(their hooves must be well cared for)
(and fed properly.)
Miss Jiang,
your knife skills are impressive
and your hands are deft.
I cook every day,
so I'm used to it.
Do you like the crab,
Miss Jiang?
Delicious.
It's fresh and plump.
I will remember this
for the rest of my life.
You are still young,
and your life has just begun.
Your Highness,
I may have a small head,
but I remember
all the delicious and fun experiences
I have had.
Do you want to remember
the Qinghui River as well?
The tune Miss Su Yan played
reminds me of the river in my hometown.
Every autumn,
we would go to the river to catch crabs.
Which crabs do you think
are better,
your hometown's or Qingkang's?
The crabs from my hometown
aren't as precious and plump
as the ones we're eating now,
but they are also fresh and natural.
Fresh off the river.
At the beginning of the autumn,
we would roll up our pants
and catch the crabs in the river.
Then, we roast them
over a fire
with some salt sprinkled on them.
Very soon,
the aroma spreads.
There were only a few crabs,
so we would fight over them,
which made them taste even better.
If there's a chance,
I would love to roast some for you.
Please forgive me, Your Highness.
I got too excited and misbehaved.
Never mind.
It has been a while
since I have heard
a lively story like this.
Cheers,
everyone.
Go.
This way,
please.
This poem was written
by Master Yu's student
to remember him,
not by Master Yu himself.
Besides, it's ordinary.
Look,
some of the rhymes are off.
I apologize for this.
It's my fault.
When I heard
there was a Master Yu's poem,
I immediately invited you over,
but it seems you came here for nothing.
I'm very sorry.
Don't be, Your Highness.
It's wonderful
that we share similar tastes
and have traveled together.
However,
our outing tonight
goes against the protocol
and might put you at risk
if anyone finds out.
So
please keep this between us.
What's there to be afraid of?
Everyone in Qingkang City
clearly knows
that I'm not interested
in state affairs.
Yes, you are right.
Let's go.
Please.
Please.
Hairy crabs.
Hairy crabs.
You are drunk, Miss Jiang.
- I have a big hairy crab.
- Your Lordship,
my maid will bring Miss Jiang
to get changed.
Thank you.
- Maids.
- I have two big hairy crabs.
Take Miss Jiang to my room
and have her changed into clean clothes.
Also, prepare a hangover soup for her.
Yes.
You can have it.
Here.
Slow down.
Be careful.
- I want more hairy crabs.
- Be careful, miss.
It's my fault.
Please forgive her
for being disrespectful.
Never mind.
Let's continue.
Careful.
This way.
I can change on my own.
You may wait outside.
- Yes.
- Yes.
This is rude. This is rude.
I'm going to change my clothes.
Turn around.
This is bad!
Miss Jiang jumped into the river!
This is bad!
Miss Jiang jumped into the river!
Your Lordship,
should I search for Miss Jiang?
Of course.
The river current is strong at night,
and she's drunk.
It's too dangerous.
Make sure she's safe.
Yes, Your Lordship.
Send Lord Teng
back to the quarter.
Don't let anyone see you.
If anything goes wrong,
you will lose your necks.
Yes, Your Highness.
- I shall take my leave.
- Goodbye.
Your Highness,
it's chilly at night.
Please don't get a cold.
Li, you are always
the most considerate.
You will be rewarded later.
Thank you, Your Highness.
This is bad!
Miss Jiang jumped into the river!
This is bad!
Miss Jiang jumped into the river!
Everyone thinks I jumped
into the river to escape.
The shameless cat
and His Lordship
might
run into each other.
It's good
that His Lordship
can capture the shameless cat.
As for me,
I can get rid of both of them.
That's perfect.
Can you tell me
who the shameless cat is?
♪Pluck a red bean, cherish you♪
♪Deep within♪
♪A flower of affection blooms
without fading♪
♪Forever in love♪
♪Fold a kite, let it fly with the wind♪
♪Into sweet dreams♪
♪The beautiful moments we shared
last through time♪
♪We never leave each other♪
♪My love sees
the sun rising and the moon setting♪
♪Your face stays vivid in my mind♪
♪Two hearts bound to each other♪
♪Like flowing water,
love and hate continue♪
♪I only wish for your unwavering heart♪
♪You are still there when I turn back♪
♪As passionate as we first met,
I hold your hands through eternity♪
♪Time cannot separate us♪
♪Our longings go on♪
♪My love sees
the sun rising and the moon setting♪
♪Your face stays vivid in my mind♪
♪Two hearts bound to each other♪
♪Like flowing water,
love and hate continue♪
♪I only wish for your unwavering heart♪
♪You are still there when I turn back♪
♪As passionate as we first met,
I hold your hands through eternity♪
♪Time cannot separate us♪
♪Our longings go on♪