Dashing Youth (2024) s01e03 Episode Script

♪Overcoming the boundary of confusion♪
♪Holding onto my life
in the face of death threats♪
♪I look into this dark night♪
♪Never once has my soul
been extinguished♪
♪With this passion♪
♪My spirit is growing
to reach full swing♪
♪Slashing the mountain
and the ocean apart♪
♪Answering the true call on a sword♪
♪I'm the chosen one
in this turbulent world♪
♪Keep my distance from the world♪
♪Who can understand my loneliness♪
♪A single thought, looking down♪
♪Blades unsheathed,
frost flies everywhere♪
♪A belief that cuts through the world♪
♪Soaring towards the sky,
the sword reigns all♪
♪Striding across the land
with a drunken gait♪
♪I will protect the people
whenever I'm needed♪
♪Atop the summit, you and I shall
battle for the world's best♪
[Directed by Chen Zhoufei]
[Dashing Youth]
[Based on "Zhou Muhan's
Juvenile Martial Arts Series"]
[from fanqienovel.com and bkneng.com]
[Episode 3]
Congratulations, Fifth Master Gu!
Okay. Thank you.
Please come in.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Come on in.
This way, please.
Come in, please.
Thank you.
[Gu's Mansion]
Greetings, Chief.
Please come in.
From now on,
the Gu Family and the Yan Family
form a powerful alliance
and you will definitely be
more prosperous!
Thank you.
[Fifth Master Gu, Xinan Circuit]
Please come in.
Sure.
Congratulations, Fifth Master Gu.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Lord Huixi arrives!
Unexpectedly,
Fifth Master Gu managed to invite
someone as prestigious as Lord Huixi.
Who is he?
Lord Huixi's father
died while serving the country.
[Lord Huixi, Beili]
To show solicitude for his family,
His Majesty conferred the title
Lord Huixi upon him.
While he's not considered
to be one of the Nine Ministers,
the imperial court
treats him like one.
Greetings, Lord Huixi.
I am honored that you could attend
my nephew's wedding.
It's an honor indeed.
What a toady.
He's a far cry
from the master of the Gu Family.
Fifth Master Gu.
If one is used to behave like a lamb,
they may continue
to survive under protection.
However, when the lamb
starts to harbor thoughts
of becoming a wolf,
then either their fellow lambs
or wolves
who used to be their opponents
will kill them.
Fifth Master Gu.
Good luck.
It's just a funeral.
It looks pretty grand, though.
It's a wedding.
No difference to me.
You've been waiting here for seven days.
Didn't Gu Jianmen come to see you?
Why are you
getting so quiet?
Isn't this
what you want the most?
If he comes to you,
it would be good news
for the Dark River.
But for you
You'd probably be
disappointed in him, right?
Su Changhe.
What is it?
Perhaps there are times
when you should keep your mouth shut.
Something is happening
at Longshou Street.
Looks like the show is about to begin.
Have you really decided?
Once you take this step,
there will be no turning back.
I won't turn back.
All right.
Sure. Then we will move forward
without turning back.
How dare you to come back?
Why not?
Sorry about that.
This street
is ours now.
Even the Eight Young Masters of Beili
are here.
This is getting interesting.
The two youngsters there
What is it?
You know those two foolish boys?
Not really.
When I approached
Gu Jianmen last time,
I met them.
One of them uses a spear.
He doesn't have many spear techniques,
but he is talented.
I'd say he has a lot
of untapped potential.
As for the other one
What's with him?
The other one
doesn't seem to know martial arts.
I can't say for certain, though.
There is actually something
you're uncertain about?
Looks like the Yan Family
is taking over the Gu Family
after this wedding.
Dear guests, you have come from afar
to attend my nephew's wedding.
I am truly grateful.
It is the auspicious hour!
Music!
Let's welcome the bride and groom!
First, bow to Heaven and earth.
First, bow to Heaven and earth.
First, bow to
Hold on.
Why has the wedding begun
when not all the guests have arrived?
Is this how the leader of Xinan Circuit
treats his guests?
Who are you?
A guest.
I think I've met him somewhere.
You know him?
Is he someone famous?
But
This is impossible.
Young man.
I don't think
we have invited you.
May I know why you're here?
To kidnap the bride.
Kidnap the bride?
Kidnap the bride?
Yes, to kidnap the bride.
Mister.
Since we've met once before,
here's a word of advice.
Don't spout nonsense here.
How am I
spouting any nonsense?
You didn't invite me
because you couldn't afford to do so.
But since I'm here,
you should treat me like a noble guest.
Really?
Mister,
I was trying to give you two a way out.
But it looks like
you don't want it.
He's got the urge to kill now.
Kill them.
I can't hold it in any longer.
I guess we cannot
successfully kidnap the bride.
Let's run.
Trying to run?
Do you take us,
the Yan Family, as weaklings?
Why aren't they here yet?
Those guys
are tougher
than I imagined.
Bai Dongjun
probably can't hold on
much longer either.
I hope they
will not
get themselves killed.
Sir.
Thanks to you,
I've had free booze for days.
Today,
I'm going to return the favor.
As soon as I draw my spear,
run as fast as you can!
Run!
I won't.
Liuli!
Idiots.
You got it wrong.
Bai!
- What
- Look at that!
Run!
♪The spring wind blows past
the tavern's rickety windows♪
Come back!
♪Under the eaves, the horses
stop clopping when they see me♪
♪Amid love and hate,
only my fighter's spirit is eternal♪
♪My boiling blood makes its mark
far above the clouds♪
After hiding for so many days,
it's time for you
to show what you've got.
I knew it.
It's really him.
A horned white serpent
that is ten zhang long.
This serpent
is Bai Liuli kept
by the master of the Wen Family,
Wen Lin.
Your surname is not Bai.
You're from the Wen Family.
Your surname is Wen.
You're Wen Dongjun!
That's an awful name.
Liuli grew up with me.
My grandfather gave it to me
when I was born.
Also,
my surname is not Wen.
It's Baili.
My name is Baili Dongjun.
[Baili Dongjun, with Marquis of Zhenxi]
He's from the Baili Family?
He looks so fearless.
So of course,
it must be the Marquis of Zhenxi,
Baili Luochen's family.
His grandfather
fought in war
alongside His Majesty himself.
That would be the Marquis of Zhenxi,
Baili Luochen,
who had killed thousands of enemies.
And his father, Baili Chengfeng,
is known for
his exceptional sword skills.
His mother is the most favored daughter
of the Wen Family's master,
Wen Lin, who is a renowned
poison physician.
Her name is Wen Luoyu.
As for his uncle, Wen Hujiu, he is
also known for his knowledge of poisons.
That is
the one and only Baili Family
and there's none other quite like them.
So, am I qualified
to be your guest?
See?
I knew this was going
to be more interesting than we expected.
Perhaps the Dark River
won't get to join this round.
I guess it's a good thing, though.
Isn't that Bai Liuli,
the Wen Family's serpent?
Why is Bai Dongjun standing on its head?
I thought Poison Deity Wen
gave it to his most favored grandson
a long time ago?
That means
Bai Dongjun isn't who he claims to be.
He's actually the young master
of Marquis of Zhenxi's Mansion,
Baili Dongjun.
Luo Xuan,
what should we do?
If Marquis of Zhenxi learns about this,
will he send his troops
and crush the Lei Fortress
into smithereens?
I'm doomed!
They're here.
Who?
That's awesome.
Luo Xuan.
Later on, you and Liu Yue
can deal with the things here
while Xiaohei and I
move the coffin inside.
Why the plan, though?
Because the both of you
are too dashing.
If you go inside,
you'll steal my spotlight.
Young Lady.
That lad.
Why has he come to Chaisang?
Sir, what should we do?
There's only one thing we have to do.
What?
Retreat.
Got it.
- Run!
- Run!
It turns out you're the young master
of the Marquis of Zhenxi's Mansion.
Welcome to my humble abode.
Sorry for the poor hospitality.
Please forgive me.
I'm here to kidnap the bride.
If you're actually welcoming me,
how am I going to do that?
So,
are you guys going to kill me?
Today is my sister's wedding day.
I have a few questions
for you, Mr. Baili.
May I?
Go ahead.
You said that you wanted
to kidnap the bride.
May I ask
if you know my sister?
Not really.
Does that mean you're
her secret admirer?
I have someone else in my heart
that your sister can't even
hold a candle to.
Come on.
Is this the right time
to show off your dreamboat?
You have a point.
Young Master, you come
from a renowned family.
Marquis of Zhenxi is a hero
who contributed
to the establishment of Beili
and had great achievements
on the battlefield.
We have immense respect
for people from the Marquis's Mansion.
If you're here
to attend the wedding,
I would gladly welcome you
as our noble guest.
However,
you don't know my sister.
And you're not her secret admirer.
Yet you're saying
that you're here to kidnap the bride.
Don't you think you've gone too far?
Looks like
you are not in the right.
I'm here to kidnap the bride,
but not for myself.
What do you mean?
I mean,
the person who wants the bride
is here.
It's a coffin!
A coffin?
This is outrageous!
Exactly.
Gu Luoli?
That's right.
He's the one
who's here to kidnap the bride.
Gu Luoli, the former master
of the Gu Family,
was Miss Yan's
childhood friend.
He had always doted on her.
And Miss Yan
has always been in love with him.
Isn't it right for him
to come for the bride,
since you mentioned rightness?
Presumptuous!
He's dead!
But if not for you,
how would he have died?
Why don't you ask
for my opinion first, Bietian?
I, Yan Liuli,
am willing to marry Gu Luoli!
You heard her?
As long as they're still in love,
he's still the same nonetheless.
No matter what becomes of him,
as long as it's him,
his existence is unique
and valuable to her.
Baili Dongjun.
Will you celebrate my wedding
with him today?
Of course.
Why not?
Cheers.
This liquor isn't good enough, though.
You should have ordered
from me in advance.
I could have given you a discount.
Kill him!
He wants
to kill Young Master Baili
and pin the blame on the Gu Family!
Mr. Yan.
You know nothing about how people
from Marquis of Zhenxi's Mansion
do things.
And you don't know
how I do things.
You must be mad.
By law,
you'll be beheaded.
Bai!
♪With young bravado♪
♪We stride through
the martial arts world♪
♪Seeking light in shadows♪
♪Shoulder to shoulder♪
♪We explore the world♪
♪Despite the dangers on our way♪
♪Our hearts may bleed♪
Bai!
♪Our raging blood
will flow into the seas♪
♪As we stride through life at peace♪
♪Our youth will eventually shine
in this mortal world♪
The Yan Family who runs the jade shop
and the Gu Family who owns the bank,
are you sure you want to kill
the young master
of Marquis of Zhenxi's Mansion?
I now ask the crowd
from Xinan Circuit here,
are you their accomplices?
There isn't a crowd here anymore.
There's only a few left.
They've all run away.
Shut up.
He caught my eye during the fight
at Longshou Street.
This kid
is an innate martial artist.
Did you know about this, Young Lady?
Indeed.
I have met him before.
An innate martial artist.
Then, why did you?
I have my considerations.
Elder Chen,
are you doubting me?
I wouldn't dare.
But, Young Lady,
we'd better not miss
this good opportunity.
As the Yan and Gu Families fight,
both of them are bound to suffer losses.
Even with the Eight Young Masters
of Beili around,
after this fight,
all of them
won't have much energy left.
Why don't we sneak in
when the battle is about to end
and take away
that innate martial artist there?
What about our agreement
with the Yan Family?
Only the strong
get to set the rules
and the weak
should know
that they will be abandoned one day.
Moreover,
we lost the coffin
together with the power
to make the Yan Family do our bidding.
Under such circumstances,
I cannot fathom
how the Yan Family
can be more important
than the innate martial artist.
You're right, Elder Chen.
We'll do as he says.
Yes.
Why does it seem that we suddenly
have nothing to do with this anymore?
It has never
had anything to do with us.
Fifth Uncle.
Before today,
I've been telling myself
that you're my father's brother,
as well as my brother's uncle and mine.
What are you saying?
I am
your uncle.
That's why I was afraid
that the family would fall
after your brother's death.
So I carefully selected
the perfect lady for you.
Fine.
Let me ask you this.
Didn't you say that my brother
died of an illness?
You said he was seriously ill, died
in a place that is far away from home,
and was buried on the spot
to prevent the disease from spreading.
Then, what do you have to say
about my brother's corpse here
and the sword cuts
on his body?
You
call this
an illness?
His death sounds suspicious.
Exactly.
Li Suli!
Gu Jianmen, stop this madness!
This is our Gu Family's mansion.
I am Gu Jianmen of the Gu Family.
Why should I stop?
The Gu Family
was born in a perilous situation and
then has thrived for three generations.
We have always been
number one in Xinan Circuit,
second to none!
Why did my brother
become the master of the family
at the age of sixteen?
He overcame countless challenges
and worked his fingers to the bone.
As for me,
why did I leave for Tianqi
at a young age
to learn skills?
Why did our Gu Family
rise to fame
for our business acumen
but still use martial skills
to save our reputation?
Because we
do not want to compromise.
We don't compromise with anyone.
We don't compromise on anything.
Fifth Uncle.
You are not fit to be
part of the Gu Family.
How dare you!
Do you think
you're still
under your brother's protection?
You're wrong.
It's been a long time
since I needed his protection.
Someone, seize him!
Why are you all standing there?
Seize him now!
Do you think the Gu Family
really obeys you?
Some people
are born to be the master of the family
because they are born
with the aura
that compels people to follow them.
That's how my brother was.
As for me,
I will now inherit
my brother's will.
Fellow members
of the Gu Family, listen up!
The current master of the family,
Gu Luoli, had been murdered.
We shall avenge his death
until the very end!
- Avenge his death till the end!
- Avenge his death till the end!
You traitors.
You traitors!
The traitor has been disposed of.
Time to get rid of our enemies!
You think the few of you
can kill me?
I was sure
I was in the spotlight earlier.
Why is he
getting all the limelight now?
All you have
is your family's reputation.
And as for him,
look.
He relies on his sword.
I'm almost losing.
Aren't you going to show yourself?
It's the Gu Family's
Military Aura Sword.
Gu Jianmen.
Since this is the case,
we'll fight until one of us dies!
No need for any thanks.
We're friends.
Thank you, Mr. Baili,
and thank you, the spear-wielder.
Don't mention it.
It's you again.
Yes, it's me again.
Why is there another batch of people?
He really has the innate gift
of cultivating martial arts.
Get him!
Sikong Changfeng!
No one can save you today.
Who dares mess with my nephew?
Who's there?
[I'll poison you to death]
Wen Hujiu from the Wen Family.
You're right,
but you don't get a reward.
[Wen Hujiu, The Bodhisattva of Poison]
Instead, you might
[Wen Family]
just die.
You despicable scoundrel.
You actually poisoned me?
That was
a hilarious statement.
Stopping someone from the Wen Family
from using poison
is the same as stopping a swordsman
from using a sword.
That would be plain foul play.
Who's next?
Retreat!
They're leaving just like that?
Uncle.
Baili, are you hurt?
I'm fine, Uncle.
What brings you here?
What do you think?
Your family knew
that you'd only listen to me,
so they sent me to bring you back home.
Fortunately, I came here,
or else you'd have been abducted.
What kind of weird friends
have you got here?
How would I know?
Maybe my liquor
is simply too awesome.
Had enough fun today?
It feels like I've just tasted
the first note
of an exquisite bottle of liquor.
What do you think?
Naughty boy.
Baili,
let me see.
Come on.
Everyone,
you do live up to your reputation.
- Mr. Wen.
- Mr. Wen.
My nephew has caused you much trouble.
Uncle, you were late.
You didn't see what happened.
I did them
a huge favor.
Indeed.
Young Master Baili
is both brave and resourceful.
He's like a celestial soldier
from the skies
Mr. Zhuomo.
We're in a rush.
Please stay quiet for now.
So, Mr. Gu,
how are you going
to deal with this today?
We have avenged my brother's death.
As for the rest
That depends on
what the Yan Family will do.
Yan Bietian had no regard for justice
and had sowed discord
between our families.
He deserved to die.
From now on,
I, Yan Liuli, will become
the master of the Yan Family!
Fellow members of the Yan Family,
do you have any objections?
If that's the case,
that's all for today's wedding.
The wedding will go on.
It's just
that I won't be marrying you.
I will marry
him.
Interesting.
Now that our business here is done,
we'd like to take our leave.
Uncle.
Hey, Spear Deity.
Aren't you coming with us?
Young Lady.
Mission failed?
- We're sorry, Young Lady.
- We're sorry, Young Lady.
Where's Elder Chen?
Wen Hujiu from the Wen Family was there.
And Elder Chen
I understand.
Xin.
Let's go.
I thought
this was a dead city.
Of course not.
It's just areas near Gu's Mansion
were under the control of the Yan Family.
After everyone heard
about what happened earlier,
they finally feel safe enough
to come out and stroll around.
Uncle.
Bai
is following me on this trip.
It had been a great help earlier
and it's hurt.
It's resting at the tavern now.
Don't worry.
Someone will take it
back to the Wen Family
to recuperate.
I envy the close relationship
the Eight Young Masters of Beili share.
Don't you have a friend
like that yourself?
I had one.
Yun, you're so smart
and good at studying.
I'm sure you'll inherit
your family's legacy
and become a great general.
Why would I want to become a general?
When I grow up, I want to travel
around the martial arts world
and become a free swordsman
who brings justice to the people.
Take me with you!
Sure.
Let's make a promise.
What promise?
When I'm 20
and you're 18,
we'll leave Tianqi together.
One of us will head north
and the other will head south.
We'll travel
the martial arts world alone.
By the time we become deities,
that's when we'll meet again.
What say you?
Sure!
He's dead, though.
Dead?
We grew up together
in Tianqi.
He was the only son
of the General's Mansion
and I'm the sole grandson
of the Marquis's Mansion.
He could technically be my uncle,
but we're around the same age.
We were best friends.
I have one now, though.
Uncle.
There's something else
that I need your help.
[Qingsong Inn]
You probably want to ask me
why I didn't
take Baili Dongjun with me back then.
You speak my mind, Young Lady.
Back when Beique,
Western Chu,
and Nanjue
attacked Beili together,
Nanjue suffered a resounding loss,
while Western Chu
and our Beique perished.
My father
brought us to Sky's Beyond to retreat
to cultivate and master the Xunian Art
so that we could rebuild our country.
Only by bringing
the innate martial artist back
and helping my father
complete his cultivation,
can we obtain the chance
to rebuild our country.
You probably saw today
that Baili Dongjun
may be an innate martial artist,
but he doesn't know any martial arts.
That's why
Yes.
Xunian Art is a powerful skill.
Given that he has
no internal strength at all,
he might not be able to bear
the immense power of Xunian Art.
If he dies as a result,
Beique will lose
the only innate martial artist
that can save us.
Uncle, are you craving liquor?
But I don't think we can finish
so many jars of liquor.
Well.
All you know is drinking.
This is not for drinking.
Then
It's to save his life.
Kid,
you saved my nephew's life.
That's why
I will save yours.
Really?
It's been so many years.
I sought help from many people
and traveled near and far
to find a way to save my life.
Still
I don't have a solution
that can fully cure you,
but I do have
temporary solutions.
But I do have a question.
How are you
still standing right now?
I won't be soon.
Sikong Changfeng?
Sikong Changfeng?
That fast?
He passed out right away.
Uncle.
What do you have
in here?
Floral clams, blood spiders,
three-tailed scorpions,
and centipedes
Wait.
Why do you have
so many disgusting things with you?
You're the disgusting one here.
Your mother used
to take a bunch of them with her, too.
Just leave the room
and guard the door.
Don't let anyone come in.
Rest assured.
Two days later,
I will give you
a healthy and active Sikong Changfeng.
Go now.
Young man.
Why are you drinking
all alone outside your room?
My friend is receiving treatment inside.
He needs some peace.
You are?
That ghost?
Ghost?
That's the first time
I heard someone call him that.
Where we're from,
he's the coolest guy around.
I don't think he's as good as me, though.
Sorry,
but thank you
for releasing us that day.
No worries.
Well, lad.
Let's meet some other day.
Farewell.
What a bunch of weirdos.
[No animals were harmed
during the filming of this drama.]
[Some animals were created
using bionic props and 3D effects.]
♪A gentle breeze♪
♪Intentionally touching the heart♪
♪Moored by the lake, ripples spread♪
♪Feet covered by spring mud♪
♪Branches softly murmur in the wind♪
♪Whispering secrets♪
♪Drawing your silhouette under the moon♪
♪As if destined,
gazing at your graceful silhouette♪
♪Restlessly searching♪
♪I stay with you even if the twilight
turns to a clear evening♪
♪Listening closely to the drizzle
in the shadows♪
♪Who can I lean on now?♪
♪Roaming the world together
like a pair of lovebirds♪
♪Deeply in love,
two hearts in perfect harmony♪
♪A red note as our boat,
we navigate with heartfelt devotion♪
♪A folding fan swaying
among the stars and clouds♪
♪In this perfect moment♪
♪To meet you♪
♪A gentle breeze♪
♪Intentionally touching the heart♪
♪Moored by the lake, ripples spread♪
♪Feet covered by spring mud♪
♪Branches softly murmur in the wind♪
♪Whispering secrets♪
♪Drawing your silhouette under the moon♪
♪As if destined,
gazing at your graceful silhouette♪
♪Restlessly searching♪
♪I stay with you even if the twilight
turns to a clear evening♪
♪Listening closely to the drizzle
in the shadows♪
♪Who can I lean on now?♪
♪Roaming the world together
like a pair of lovebirds♪
♪Deeply in love,
two hearts in perfect harmony♪
♪A red note as our boat,
we navigate with heartfelt devotion♪
♪A folding fan swaying
among the stars and clouds♪
♪In this perfect moment♪
♪To meet you♪