Dashing Youth (2024) s01e12 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 unsheathe,
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 Munan's
Juvenile Martial Arts Series"]
[from fanqienovel.com and bkneng.com]
[Episode 12]
You left Liu Yue and Mochen
behind
to come and chat with me?
Wouldn't you
like to know
that Baili Dongjun
went to Xuanwu Parlor?
Xuanwu Parlor?
Why is he
so unlucky?
Little Master,
you have a letter.
You're buying information
from Baixiao Hall?
Yes.
It cost me a pretty penny.
You're really rich.
They say
you need to pay more for this letter.
Then this must be
something important.
[The Elder who's recommended Zhuge Yun
died a month ago. Be wary.]
Should we call off the examination?
It's too late.
Let's go check on Baili Dongjun.
Baili Dongjun!
You guys should have
escaped without me.
Now I've distracted him for nothing.
Since we can't escape,
let's fight.
There are four of us.
Do you think we're not strong enough?
Try him
and see.
I may be new to the martial arts world,
but I can tell
that he's at the Sovereign Sky Phase.
We're only at the Sturdy Phase.
We're no match for him.
You're wrong.
How so?
I'm not at the Sturdy Phase.
I've reached the Carefree Earth Phase.
Then why did you come here
to become a disciple?
Who said I wanted to be a disciple?
My master, Lyu Suzhen,
is an immortal wandering the world.
He's no less powerful than Mr. Li.
I've been ordered
to come here to gain more experience.
Well
Dongjun.
What?
I'm also
at Carefree Earth Phase.
I'm such a fool.
I won't fight you.
You may leave.
Why are you letting us go?
Just now,
you could have abandoned
the kid
with the sword,
yet you did not.
I'm impressed.
The point of the test
is to impress me.
If you could actually
beat me,
there's no need for you
to learn skills here.
You'd become
a master then.
Remember
what happened today.
No matter what,
never abandon your companions.
I'll remember what you said.
I, Yujia, will remember your lesson.
Yujia?
What a stupid name.
I told you to watch out.
Sorry, sir.
Here's another tip.
You won't find
what you're looking for
with just your pouch.
Therefore,
you must find
the other teams.
Only by collecting all four pouches
will you find the answer.
Time is of the essence.
Go.
Thank you, sir.
Thanks.
Thanks for saving me.
This year's candidates
aren't bad at all.
Are you okay?
No, I'm not okay.
The zhenqi in my body
is all messed up.
That weird old man
actually thought
I was going
to break the sword
and stopped me with strong power.
I need to recuperate.
I'll heal you
in a jiffy.
How long will it take?
At least an hour or so.
We need to treat his wound at once.
If we run into
Zhuge Yun
with one man down,
we'd be in trouble.
I'll stand guard for you.
You sure know a lot of tricks.
I've died way too many times.
Concentrate.
Isn't this great?
What do you mean?
A group of exceptional youths
gathered
in such a magnificent
and big city,
fighting side by side
and healing each other under one roof.
It's
a beautiful thing.
If you guys hadn't shown up
There should be
only one team coming here today.
We received a tip-off.
Someone entered the exam
under a false identity.
That's right.
One of them
is the head disciple of Lyu Suzhen,
Wang Yixing,
not Zhao Yujia.
However,
given Mr. Lyu's ties
with Mr. Li,
Mr. Li already knew about it.
It's no surprise.
Not only Zhao Yujia,
there are others as well.
Unfortunately,
we're too late.
They've already left.
Little Master.
We found a team
in an alley.
All four candidates
are dead.
All dead?
What about Zhuge Yun?
Is he dead?
Yes.
If Zhuge Yun is dead
So we've got it all wrong?
Baixiao Hall's tip is seldom wrong.
Let's go check it out.
Zhuge Yun?
Of the Zhuge Family?
I'll come with you.
Three of the candidates
died horrendously.
When we discovered them,
they were nearly unrecognizable.
We've sent messengers
to inform their families.
What kind of monster
would do such a thing?
What grudge did he have
against them?
Why did he
kill the innocent?
Zhuge Yun died in a different manner.
There are fewer wounds on his body.
This way.
He's dead.
I got it.
The culprit
must have special feelings
for the Zhuge Family.
Why else would Zhuge Yun
receive a more merciful death
than the others?
Now is not the time
for your nonsense.
Get the coroner at once.
Is he really
Zhuge Yun?
That's
That's not Zhuge Yun.
And he is no martial artist.
A scapegoat.
Didn't you guys
notice anything suspicious
about Zhuge Yun?
No.
We had doubts
about his identity,
but what he used
is undoubtedly Qimen Dunjia Arts.
I think
I know who he is.
But
if I'm right,
then things are going to get
very complicated.
Interesting.
You don't get to decide
whether we'll show up.
It's indeed Lord Wuzuo.
And this time,
both Twin Lords Wuzuo have come.
Zhuge Yun?
No.
A young man like Zhuge Yun
could not possibly
emanate that kind of energy.
Who are you?
It's none of your business.
You're not our target.
Keep healing him.
I'll take care of this.
All right.
A nobody like you?
You're out
of your depth.
A nobody?
This is
Between creation and destruction
lies a calamity.
Before the world is formed
lies infinite calamity.
It's called
the Infinite Sword technique.
You're not Zhao Yujia.
You can impersonate Zhuge Yun
but I can't impersonate Zhao Yujia?
That's right, I'm not him.
I'm the head disciple
of Lyu Suzhen of Mount Wangcheng,
Wang
Yi
xing.
[Yueluo, 32nd Division
of Tianqi Royal Academy]
Your future disciple
is up against a strong foe.
He could die at any second
yet you're sitting here drinking
and yawning?
First of all, this is Tianqi City.
Martial artists are a dime a dozen
and capable martial artists
are everywhere.
There's always
someone stronger.
And
I'm the strongest of them all.
I
am number one!
What's taking the candidates so long?
I'm tired.
Their opponent
is no ordinary man.
There's no such thing
as an ordinary opponent.
There are two kinds of enemies,
those
who wants to kill you,
and those whom you want to kill.
In the latter case,
one should train hard
and strike swiftly.
In the former case,
just hang in there
and hope you don't die.
Based on Ruofeng's message,
have you guessed who those people are?
There was an empire
once retreated
and stood on the defensive
in a place outside here.
That empire
Its ruler believed
in the Shengtian Religion.
It was a theocratic empire.
I met that ruler back then.
He had
five formidable bodyguards.
They are Wufa, Wutian,
Wuxiang, Wuzuo.
Even today,
their powers
are unmatched.
There are five guards,
but you only mentioned four of them.
Yes.
Do you know why?
Just as I thought.
Every time you appear,
there's always trouble.
Zhuge Yun.
Wait there!
Why didn't you tell me
Lords Wuzuo were coming?
Don't you
want to win?
Now that Wuzuo have merged,
they'll be dead for sure.
Pretend to be hurt by me.
Let's wait and see what happens.
Warriors aligned,
formation ready, press forth.
Six-word Mantra.
Interesting.
Attack!
It's the Immovable Lord technique.
Channels a menacing projection
that strikes fear
in gods and demons alike,
that's the Immovable Lord technique.
Expanding every ounce of energy
within your body
to land a killing blow.
It is the most reckless
and
self-destructive moves.
Can you really channel
the Immovable Lord?
I
don't
believe it.
Then
I'll make you believe it.
Impressive.
All right, Ye Dingzhi,
you can stop now.
The Academy
should be aware of this
with such big noise.
Save some strength
and wait for them to come.
Stop?
Oh, no.
He's lost it.
Seems like your Immovable Lord technique
is a little half-baked.
Then don't blame me
for annihilating you.
How dare you hurt my companion?
Do you think you can act brazenly
just because I'm injured?
Now,
it's time for me
to show you my ability.
♪The strong wind shows
an impending storm♪
♪The flickering and swaying shadows
from the red candle♪
That's
The autumn water comes,
a hundred streams discharge,
and its current is so large
♪The storm and clouds gather♪
that one could not distinguish
an ox from a horse.
Good.
♪Who can let their gratitude
and grudges♪
Very good!
♪To be carried by the wind?♪
♪Who hears the desolate sound♪
♪And feels the intense longing?♪
♪A song of heartless incantation♪
♪Thunder illuminates the snow lotus♪
♪Why fear the hanging swords?♪
♪I hold on to my dreams♪
♪I will remain alone♪
♪Unyielding in my resolve♪
♪Who hears the desolate sound♪
Master.
♪And feels the intense longing?♪
I have not found the Path
that you spoke of.
♪A song of heartless incantation♪
All I can do
is following in your footsteps.
♪Why fear the hanging swords?♪
♪I hold on to my dreams♪
♪Facing life and death
with a jug of wine♪
♪No matter how the world changes♪
♪Who says the youth are reckless?♪
♪Unaware there's someone stronger♪
♪Full of spirit♪
♪As long as the world has witnessed it♪
♪Who says the martial arts world
is dangerous?♪
♪If the heart is unpredictable♪
♪I will remain alone♪
♪Unyielding in my resolve♪
♪Who is behind the smoke and mirrors?♪
♪Who is hiding in the darkness
at night?♪
♪Even if there is danger in front of me♪
♪I will test the waters♪
♪Life is risky, every step is dangerous♪
♪Looking dashing in colorful clothing
riding a mighty steed♪
So
♪Since ancient times,
heroes are cultivated♪
that's Western Chu's Sword Dance u.
♪From youth♪
This isn't over.
Why
did I sense
his return?
He didn't return.
He died.
♪If the sky is destroyed♪
♪In this mortal world♪
♪We'll have nothing to care about♪
I know.
No, you don't.
♪Spring and Autumn continue to pass♪
He didn't die back then.
♪Not recognizing♪
He stayed in Qiandong City
for over ten years.
♪Old faces♪
He died a few months ago.
♪The heart has dreams
that are not yet fulfilled♪
Before he died, he had a disciple.
What you felt
was his disciple's sword thought.
♪Stopping yesterday♪
Though he is gone, his sword thought
will remain forever.
Let it be a consolation.
♪Let me see you one last time
before you leave♪
♪Hoping♪
♪Hoping that all the dreams
will come true♪
♪My memories well up♪
Will his disciple
♪How much love and attachment there is?♪
come here?
Maybe.
Who knows?
♪In the end, fate refuses to show mercy♪
Maybe he's already forgotten
about you,
the master of the 32nd Division
of the Tianqi Royal Academy.
♪I will live and die without saying
a word because of your grievances♪
Or maybe
he's calling out your name
♪There is no cause and effect♪
in the dark of the night.
♪There's only a thin line
between the life and the death♪
♪Why am I afraid to close my eyes?♪
♪I can't bear♪
♪To let you be alone in this world♪
♪By the window♪
So frustrating.
We couldn't catch him.
That guy
led us on a wild-goose chase.
He was bidding time for the others.
You mean he has complices?
It's Liu Yue.
Why is he
calling us to go back suddenly?
There's only one possibility.
Master has decided
to take over the examination.
Well?
Why were you severely injured?
I distracted
the people at the Academy.
Those three are stronger
than I expected.
One of them hailed from Mount Wangcheng
and knew the Infinite Sword technique.
Another knew
the Immovable Lord technique.
Baili Dongjun even used
Western Chu's Sword Dance.
And
for some reason,
Young Lady held back
against Baili Dongjun.
Young Lady?
We failed to capture Baili Dongjun.
What are we supposed to do?
Never mind.
Lord Wuxiang has a fallback.
Someone's here, Wucai.
Still looking back?
It's up here.
Mr. Li?
Good.
So you do remember me
after all these years.
If so, there's no need
for introductions.
Hold on.
We're not here
for you.
Why are you attacking us?
Do you know
why they call me Mr. Li?
Because I'm the Chancellor
of the Academy.
You're interfering with the examination,
and you ask me
why I'm attacking you?
That's ridiculous.
One of you can leave
and the other one will die here.
Mr. Li,
how arrogant of you.
You'll die here then.
You keep taunting me.
That will be unreasonable
if I keep you alive.
Bring it on, then.
The corpse stays here.
Do you understand?
Are we supposed
to find the other teams
and steal their pouches?
Zhuge Yun was too fast.
I forgot to steal his.
Don't worry, I've got it covered.
You stole it
right under everyone's noses.
As expected of a trickster.
Watch your mouth.
Wait a minute.
Each team only has
one pouch.
How come Zhuge Yun's team had three?
That wasn't Zhuge Yun.
They must have
scratched those pouches
from the other teams.
Those candidates
must be dead by now.
Never mind.
Let's not dwell on it.
At least
we're still alive,
right?
If you ran off
with the pouches
instead of telling us,
you could have
become Mr. Li's
last disciple.
Why don't we
see what's
inside the pouches?
A poem.
The Vermilion Bird weeps
for the sun does not rise.
You do not witness
the existence of Black Tortoise.
The White Tiger's menacing gaze
appears in the wind.
Whose rise is the moon waiting for?
Azure Dragon, White Tiger,
Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise.
Each holy beast presides
over a direction.
This is the law by which
the Emperor's buildings are constructed.
This poem is about the Four Beasts.
Therein lies the answer.
Azure Dragon, White Tiger,
Vermilion Bird, and Black Tortoise.
We have three of them.
What about the Azure Dragon?
I've got it.
The answer lies in the Azure Dragon.
"Whose rise is the moon waiting for?"
We must go to the place
where the dragon rises.
The place where the dragon rises?
Qinglong Gate.
Tianqi City has four gates,
with one in each direction.
Qinglong Gate
is right outside the palace.
However,
there are two paths to Qinglong Gate.
Which one should we take?
Qinglong Gate.
The left path leads to salvation
and the right path leads to death.
Young Lady,
lure Baili Dongjun to the right path.
Run!
Baili Dongjun!
You guys should have escaped
without me.
The left path.
You guys go left
and I'll go right.
Let's split up.
We can't let a lady
venture out alone.
I'll go right.
Why don't we
No.
Why not?
Those people
We have no idea
where they came from.
They might set up an ambush.
You guys are injured.
I'm still fine.
I'll go right.
Miss, why don't you and Dongjun go left?
Ye Dingzhi and I will go right.
Don't worry.
Even in our current state,
there aren't many people
who can defeat us.
I
Exactly.
Well
All right.
Let's go.
See you later.
We should get going too.
It's almost dawn.
But
Why can't we all stick together?
Yin Luoxia seems fishy?
It's only a suspicion.
Before the examination,
I saw her once
at Penglai Pavilion.
At that time,
she looked different.
But
I suppose she decided
to take our side.
Ye Dingzhi.
You knew the left path
was the right way.
Why did you choose to go right?
Let me ask you.
By the time the people waiting
on the right path
realized something's amiss,
will they be able to go
to the left path in time?
I wouldn't count on it.
What about Yin Luoxia?
Why not let her take this path?
She betrayed her organization.
She might
meet her end here.
I didn't know
you were such a caring person.
Thanks for the compliment.
I'm handsome and kind.
I couldn't bear
to let our savior die,
that's all.
Right,
since you're Lyu Suzhen's disciple,
why are you taking
the examination?
I was asked to do so.
What about you?
Immovable Lord technique.
You must be the Rain Demon's disciple.
What?
Not content
with being number one in Nanjue?
No.
I want
to visit this city
which is full of talents
and pay respects to Mr. Li.
Full of talents?
It's more like brutally competitive,
am I right?
How long does it usually take
to get from here
to Qinglong Gate?
An hour.
Then we'll keep him busy
for an hour.
I wonder who will
reach there first?
Besides, who will be the disciple?
Are we going to fight?
Baili Dongjun,
how long until we get there?
An hour.
We're too slow.
At this rate,
you'll fail your friend
who risked his life for you.
The first one who gets there
will be the disciple, okay?
You're being unfair.
When it comes to qinggong, I never lose.
Are you okay?
I'm taking damage
from the Immovable Lord.
My internal strength
is still recovering.
You expanded
all your internal strength just now.
But your meridians
are still intact.
Such strong meridians
You're an innate martial artist, too?
What are you talking about?
He's saying
that you're an innate martial artist.
Do you know what it means?
Why don't you
come with me?
Run.
Wang.
Who are you people?
She
He looks familiar.
Well
We
I'm sorry.
Our servants
tried to run away.
I'm here to reclaim them.
What kind of servants
dress like that?
And there won't be a housekeeper
who has such strong martial arts skills.
Miss, you're asking
too many questions.
You look tired.
Why don't you take a rest?
Off you go.
What did you say?
I said,
leave.
If you insist on saving him,
I'll have to kill you.
We'll see
about that.
That insignia.
You're a Shadow Sect member.
What is this place?
The lord's mansion.
Leave
or die.
Good job, senior.
You scared him away.
No.
He's very strong.
I'm not sure if I would win.
What scared him away
was your identity.
Wenjun,
you're getting yourself
into big trouble.
It's okay.
Senior,
don't tell anyone
about this.
Sure.
Are they here yet?
Master.
- Master.
- Master.
We're here.
Those who came
to seek discipleship
used to be more decent
and presentable.
Look at you two.
Far worse.
They did not
have to deal with assassins.
Which one of you
is going to be my disciple?
My name is Yin Luoxia.
It was
due to their protection
that I made it this far.
I don't deserve to be your disciple.
Miss Yin
Baili Dongjun,
this is where I leave you.
Farewell.
Would you be interested
in becoming my disciple?
May I ask why, sir?
Because you're pretty
and shrewd.
I only teach those
with whom I have an affinity.
Why?
My skills
belong to me.
I decide who gets them.
How's that for a reason?
Besides,
your style
is quite compatible with mine,
so there's that.
But I
Isn't that great, Miss Yin?
Are you kidding me?
Liu Yue, are you really
going to take on disciples?
I'm your senior yet I haven't
accepted any disciples.
By right,
I should have a disciple first.
If you want, you can get one.
But your wife will probably
bury you alive in the Swordheart Grave.
If you're not willing,
I won't force you.
No.
It's not that I'm not willing.
Your generosity
is much appreciated.
It's just that
I can't bring
Baili Dongjun back now.
Perhaps I should join the Academy first
and plan my next move.
I'm sorry, Liu Yue.
Greetings, Master.
That wasn't so hard, was it?
Hey, kid. What about you?
Me?
Not now.
I'm waiting for someone.
Waiting for someone?
Wang Yixing is Lyu Suzhen's disciple.
He won't take me as his master.
I know that.
But there's still Ye Dingzhi.
He'll be here any moment.
I've heard that name
many times.
Ye Dingzhi
He sounds really strong.
Stronger than me.
If I choose him,
what will happen to you?
What will happen to me?
I'll
get laughed at
as I ride my horse
back to Qiandong City.
Since you are here first,
I'll give you a chance.
Let me ask you.
If both of you
were right in front of me,
who would I choose?
You should choose us both.
Why?
Because we're both
excellent candidates.
You'll regret
if you reject either of us.
Let me tell you something.
People always regret
when they are rejected
by me,
but I never regret
for rejecting someone.
During the preliminary examination,
I made a jug of liquor.
Ye Dingzhi
roasted a lamb leg.
So?
Don't you get it?
Wouldn't it be great
to enjoy meat and liquor
together?
That's true.
That would be
amazing indeed.
I'm the liquor
and Ye Dingzhi is the meat.
Together, we'll be
the best disciples you've ever had.
Good point.
Fine, I'll wait here with you.
I have a feeling
that your title as Eloquent Zhuomo
will soon be stolen
by Baili Dongjun.
Baili Dongjun,
why do you wish to become my disciple?
Good question.
Let me think.
You're only starting
to think
about this question?
When I was little,
I promised someone
we'd see the world
together.
Besides this Academy,
no one could challenge
my father and my grandfather.
Besides, Xiao Ruofeng advised me
to take you as my master,
telling me you are
the best martial artist,
and how amazing
and legendary you are.
So,
even before I came here,
I had thought of myself
as the last disciple
and not
a candidate.
Now, if you ask me
if I want to be your disciple,
I think
I'd say yes.
Despite not knowing me all that well?
I used to have a master.
He was the best one
I had ever seen.
Before he died, he told me
to make a jug of Peach Blossom Moonfall
and hang it at the peak of Tianqi City.
He also told me
there was no one stronger than him
besides you, Mr. Li.
So if I were to
have another master,
it could only be
you.
Or else it would be
an insult to him.
Sounds like it is you who chose me,
not the other way around.
That's right.
You won't regret training me.
Why?
Because one day,
I'll be famous.
What do you mean
by "famous"?
As famous as your father
and your grandfather?
No.
As famous
as the Eight Young Masters of Beili?
No.
No?
How famous do you want to be?
As famous as me?
Yes.
I like your answer!
Whether
Ye Dingzhi makes the cut
or not,
I'm definitely accepting you
as my disciple.
All right.
My disciple.
Liquor, please.
Delicious.
Good liquor. Excellent disciple.
[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♪