Sword and Fairy 1 (2024) s01e14 Episode Script
Episode 14
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=Sword and Fairy 1=
=Episode 14=
Chief.
Look,
there's a severe drought
everywhere in Nanzhao.
Only here,
the water flows endlessly.
This is
the opportunity I have been waiting for
for ten years.
Finally, it's here.
Ling'er, why are you in my room?
A'nu,
did you and Tang Yu
go to the Governor's residence?
Yes, we did.
Are you hiding something from me?
No, Ling'er.
What could I possibly hide from you?
Then I'll ask Tang Yu.
Ling'er,
actually, we didn't go
to the Governor's residence.
We went to the Treasure Pavilion
to find the hair tie for you.
Thank you,
A'nu.
That hair tie
was given to me by Xiaoyao.
Losing it
might just be fate.
We also saw Li Xiaoyao and Lin Yueru
being taken to the yamen as thieves.
Ling'er!
Get inside, quickly.
Take it slow.
How are you doing?
What could possibly happen to me?
Just minor injuries.
Okay, okay.
It's nothing compared to the wound
when you stabbed me that time. Look.
Stop showing off and sit down.
Take off your clothes.
Take off my clothes? Why?
How can I apply medicine
if you don't take off your clothes?
This is a special medicine
from the Lin Fortress.
My dad always makes me carry it.
Thank you, Miss Lin.
But I can apply the medicine myself.
Why are you dilly-dallying?
Li Xiaoyao, I'll help you take it off.
No, no,
I'll do it.
I'll do it myself.
Let me help you.
Just apply medicine.
Don't take this
as an opportunity for revenge.
Why would I seek revenge?
You're quite enduring, aren't you?
I'm just getting started.
Stop hitting him!
Li Xiaoyao!
Stop hitting him!
Did you get hurt?
If so, apply some to yourself too.
Ling'er!
Ling'er!
Ling'er, don't be too anxious.
Li Xiaoyao was just caught
by the Governor.
With his martial arts, he'll be fine.
Let's go back, okay?
Besides, I believe,
since Li Xiaoyao could follow us here,
he must care about you.
(Maybe he'll end up
carrying too many burdens)
(and won't be able to act freely
as a hero anymore.)
A'nu,
I want to go see
if they're alright.
This little bug
is what Tang Yu used last time
to confuse the official
and let us into the Treasure Pavilion.
With it, we'll surely be able
to enter the yamen.
Thank you, A'nu.
I'll be right back.
I'll go with you.
Your Highness,
we'll wait for you at the door.
Li Xiaoyao,
are you asleep?
What's wrong?
Cold
Cold
It's so hot.
Don't go,
Ling'er.
Don't go.
Get up.
Come on.
Slow down, slow down.
Don't go.
Ling'er.
Li Xiaoyao,
what am I to you
in your heart?
I finally understand
how important
that hair tie was to Ling'er.
These feelings
can't just be put aside so easily.
You talk as if you know all about it.
Why have you
always played only one tune?
I'm your young master.
You must answer me.
Because I like it.
Do you like this tune,
or is it
a girl
who taught you?
Yes.
That girl is so unfortunate
to be liked by someone
as cold as you.
My Lady, what does the girl I like
have to do with you?
In the future, I'll treat her
a hundred times better,
so you needn't worry.
Here you go.
Ling'er,
how are they?
Xiaoyao
is injured.
It's okay, it's okay. They'll be alright.
Let's go back and think of a solution.
Let's go.
Have you heard?
Just now,
they said a thief sneaked
into the Treasure Pavilion tonight
and looted all their treasures.
It's said that even the Governor's bead
was stolen.
Fortunately, he and his men
caught two thieves on the spot.
The Governor, out of desperation,
had to promise
to execute the two thieves in three days
to calm the public outrage.
Really?
Absolutely true.
But after all this commotion,
how did the female thief turn out
to be a male thief and a female thief?
That female thief
must have a lover, right?
A man and a woman
Dear gentlemen,
it's said that Yangzhou City
is troubled by a female thief,
so where do these male
and female thieves come from?
Well, come.
Waiter,
bring any good wine and dishes
straight to this table.
All on me.
Alright, sir, just a moment.
Come, have a seat.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you too.
The capture of the thieves
is indeed a cause for celebration,
but I,
have loved hearing stories
of heroes and thieves.
Hearing about this thief
in Yangzhou City,
I specifically came
to see what a real thief
looks like.
Tell me.
What sort of extraordinary skills
does this notorious thief have?
My friend who works there said
that the female thief
was disguised as an ordinary maid.
What about the male thief?
The male thief
looked just like
a servant.
I wonder
if you could possibly do me a favor.
You're not asking me
to help you rescue them, are you?
I'm not capable of doing that.
How could that be?
I only hope you can introduce me
to your friend who works at the yamen.
If possible,
I'd like to visit the jail
to meet those thieves in person.
It would
fulfill a dream of mine.
To tell you the truth,
even if you asked our friend,
it wouldn't work.
He's a clerk under the Secretary General
and doesn't have jurisdiction
over the prison.
Then what should I do?
However, there might be a way.
Yes, yes, yes.
Please enlighten me.
I can have my friend pass a message
to the Secretary General.
In that way,
your dream might come true.
Yes, yes, yes.
Thank you so much.
May I ask how much money
would be appropriate
for the gift to this Secretary General?
That's where you're mistaken.
The Secretary General is most fond
of Common Hermit's calligraphy.
To get him to do something,
ordinary items
won't catch his eye.
Is this Hermit's calligraphy
very precious?
Extremely rare.
Only a few pieces of his calligraphy
are circulated in the market,
and no one has ever seen his true face.
What should I do then?
That's why
we can only pass the message.
You'll have to figure out what to do
about the calligraphy.
Alright, thank you for your help.
Of course, of course.
Thank you, all three of you.
Liu Jinyuan, Mr. Liu!
Miss A'nu.
Miss Ling'er.
Mr. Tang.
You're indeed in Yangzhou City.
Enjoy your meal.
Li went to great lengths
to find Miss Zhao.
Unexpectedly,
we're staying in the same inn.
Mr. Liu, do you know
that Li Xiaoyao and Lin Yueru
were arrested
by the Yangzhou authorities?
I have heard.
The Governor ordered them
to be executed in three days.
Execute in three days?
What kind of official is this?
Without a proper inquiry,
he decides to execute.
Right now, the urgent task
is to devise a plan to save them.
I have a good idea.
Would you like to hear it?
My Lady,
storming the jail is not a good idea.
I haven't even spoken yet.
How do you know
it's about storming the jail?
Just guessing.
I think you're just scared
and dare not storm the jail.
The layout of the yamen
has been explored by Princess Ling'er.
The jail is underground
with several doors,
each guarded by numerous soldiers.
Though the phantom insects
can bewitch the soldiers,
its effect is limited.
If we attack forcefully,
we'll surely draw
more officials and soldiers.
By then,
it would only further prove
their identity as thieves.
Tang Yu makes sense.
Let's not rush.
Storming the jail is the last resort.
I think
we should find the real female thief
to clear Li and Yueru's names.
That said,
Yangzhou City is so vast,
and the female thief's whereabouts
are unknown.
How do we find her?
Now that the treasures have been stolen,
I guess
the female thief must have
hidden the treasures somewhere.
If we can find those stolen treasures,
we can find the female thief.
The Spiritual Bead!
We can use the Sacred Spiritual Bead
to find the Spiritual Bead.
This way,
we'll know where
the treasures are hidden.
Good idea.
Let's split up.
Mr. Liu, you're the current
Number One Scholar.
The Governor will surely
have some apprehensions.
Maybe you can buy us some time
to find the Spiritual Bead.
Mr. Tang is right.
I'll meet with the Governor.
Why isn't the Sacred
Spiritual Bead reacting?
This is already the highest place
in Yangzhou City.
The aura should be very pure,
so why can't it sense the wind spirit?
Could it be that it was broken?
You saw that female thief
steal the Spiritual Bead.
Yangzhou is currently under lockdown,
the Spiritual Bead should still be
within the city.
Where exactly did that female thief
hide the Spiritual Bead?
Whether intentionally or unintentionally,
the person who stole it
must have used some method
to block the wind spirit.
What could block spiritual energy?
Why can't I think of anything?
Bold thief!
How dare you still be in the mood
to paint at death's door?
- Search here!
- Yes.
This
Everyone, out!
Out! Out!
- Yes.
- Yes.
Common
Common Hermit.
That's me.
Sir,
are you truly the Common Hermit?
Please forgive my ignorance.
I deeply admire
your splashed-ink landscapes,
truly unparalleled in this world.
Your calligraphy
has captivated people far and wide.
To meet you here
is indeed
a fortunate event in my life.
If at dawn I learn of and tread the way,
I can face death at dusk.
You're flattering me.
Since you admire it so much,
how about I gift this painting to you?
I am unworthy
of such a treasure from you.
Upon my return,
I will surely worship this treasure
with incense and a bath.
However,
with such a reputation,
how come you're seen
with those two thieves?
This
After all,
I am serving the court,
and everything requires an explanation.
What are you thinking?
A couple of days ago, on my way
from Suzhou to Yangzhou,
I was attacked by bandits.
It was those two who rescued me.
Their character is clear to me,
more than anyone's.
Moreover, the chaos caused by the female thief
in Yangzhou City has lasted long.
How could those two
be the male and female thieves?
But,
the Governor set a trap
in the Treasure Pavilion
and captured them on the spot.
How could this be false?
While that may be true,
those two
have saved my life after all.
Sir,
you seem to be a person of understanding.
Could you possibly do me a favor?
(Fu Chun Inn)
Sir,
I'm just carrying out my duties
and have no real power.
Moreover, this matter
is of great importance.
Please forgive
my inability to help.
What are you thinking, sir?
I merely wish to see
the Governor privately,
to plead for a favor
and meet those two,
so I can express my gratitude
and repay
the life-saving grace.
(Common Hermit)
Sir, you truly are kind-hearted.
Then, I entrust this matter
to you, sir.
It's nothing, nothing at all.
Since
you have put it that way,
I'll definitely help you with this.
When do you
and your boss plan to release us?
I'm talking to you.
Are you listening to me?
You have kept us here without a word.
What's the meaning of this?
Hurry up and release us.
Is anyone there?
Release us! Do you hear me?
Li Xiaoyao,
what time is it,
and you still have the appetite to eat?
If you don't eat, you'll be hungry.
You should eat something too.
I have no appetite.
It's truly Yangzhou City.
Even the food for prisoners is so great.
There's even wine.
This can't be
It's impossible.
Even if it's theft,
it would only lead to imprisonment,
not beheading.
But nothing happened for so long.
Could it be my cousin
has been captured as well?
That would certainly not happen.
Once Scholar reveals his identity,
the Governor will surely listen.
(Yamen of Yangzhou City)
Is the Governor here?
Yes, he's in the back hall.
Sir, please follow me.
(Yamen of Yangzhou City)
I wonder where Ling'er is.
Could she also be in Yangzhou City?
If Ling'er is in Yangzhou City,
knowing we have been imprisoned
trying to find her,
she would definitely come to save me.
Stop flattering yourself.
If anyone is to be saved, it would be me.
The one flattering themselves
is clearly you.
If Ling'er really cared about you,
why would she leave without
Li Xiaoyao,
do you really like Ling'er?
Isn't it obvious?
Then,
does Ling'er
like you too?
Naturally.
Can't you see that, or is there
something wrong with your eyes?
I I have a question.
But let me make it clear first.
I'm just curious.
Go ahead.
If
I mean if,
in the future,
someone else happens to
like you too
Impossible.
Someone like me
could only be liked by Ling'er.
But what if that happens?
If that happens,
I can only say that person
has made a mistake.
They shouldn't waste
their feelings on me.
My feelings for Ling'er
will never change.
You're right.
Please come in.
So, you caught
the accomplice of the thieves?
Sir.
It's you?
Why did you bring him to the back hall?
Sir, I have something to say.
Speak in the main hall.
Guards, take him to the main hall.
Sir,
this gentleman is the Common Hermit.
What Common Hermit?
I only know
he's the accomplice of the thieves.
Tie him up.
Sir, in that case,
I shall take my leave.
(Liu Jinyuan, Ministry of Rites)
This is the Letter
for the Number One Scholar.
How did you come into possession of this?
Tell me the truth.
Initially,
this wasn't mine.
It became mine
after it was bestowed by His Majesty.
Sir, this
I have indeed met the Number One Scholar
at the imperial court.
This person
does resemble him somewhat.
Sir, if you don't believe me,
you can punish me.
However, this document
will eventually reach my father,
the Minister of Justice.
Mr. Scholar,
my apologies.
I hope you can forgive me.
However, I did capture those two
after seeing them with you.
They were indeed captured
at the Treasure Pavilion
when the treasures were lost.
I wonder
what the misunderstanding here is.
Sir,
one of them is my close friend,
and the other is my cousin
from Lin Fortress.
I can guarantee with this letter
that they are not thieves.
Mr. Scholar,
do you have evidence
that can lead us
to find the stolen treasures?
I
I will definitely find them.
Mr. Scholar,
the case
is clear.
I conduct investigations impartially.
Even if they are your close friends,
I cannot disregard our dynasty's laws.
However,
I understand your loyalty
and righteousness.
If you can find those treasures
and
capture the real female thief
that you claim to be,
I will release them.
But my decree has been distributed.
If you can't find evidence
within three days,
I will have to
uphold the original verdict.
Fine.
Let's do it as you say.
But I have one condition.
Please speak.
Release those two first,
so they can help me
find the stolen treasures.
That's not possible,
especially not when I'm the Governor here.
Releasing suspects is breaking the law.
Don't make it difficult for me.
If you refuse,
I will return to the capital
to petition His Majesty
to investigate this matter.
Even if I lose my title
and end up in prison,
I will ensure His Majesty
investigates this thoroughly
and clearly.
Are you threatening me?
If you think so,
then yes.
Fine. As you wish.
- Thank you, Governor.
- Wait.
I agree to release the man.
The female thief in Yangzhou City
is notorious.
If I release those two,
especially the woman,
without clearing her suspicion,
wouldn't that stain my reputation
for bending the law
for personal gain?
- Sir!
- Sir,
the Governor agreeing to release one
is already an exception.
Please be satisfied with that.
Fine. Let's do it as you say.
- Yueru!
- Behave.
Yueru!
Jinyuan, you finally came.
- Yueru!
- Scholar.
I told you my cousin
would come to save us.
What do you mean by "you told me"?
I was the one who said it.
Why?
Open the door.
Yueru, Yueru, it's my incompetence.
I can't free you yet.
What's happening?
The Governor
only allowed Li to be released
to find the stolen treasures with me.
Why? How can this unjust official
make such an arbitrary decision?
With the female thief
causing trouble in Yangzhou City,
they have concluded the thief
is a woman.
These corrupt officials!
Savage girl,
stay calm,
and just hold on a little longer.
Scholar and I
will capture the female thief soon.
Yueru, it's my fault.
I can't free you yet.
Silly rat,
you better catch
that female thief quickly.
Don't worry.
You go first.
I want to talk to my cousin a bit more.
Alright.
Yueru, rest assured.
I will catch the female thief
as soon as possible,
clear your name, and rescue you.
Jinyuan,
go help Li Xiaoyao.
He's injured.
What I mean is that with his injuries,
he might not be able
to catch the female thief.
Yueru,
you have been pampered at Lin Fortress
since you were young,
never having suffered such indignities.
Don't worry.
I will ensure your safety.
You too, take care.
Come, come, have a look!
- New sketchbooks, very interesting!
- Osmanthus cake! Red bean cake!
- Come, have a look!
- Hunma cake!
Fascinating sketchbooks
you can't put down!
Sir, have two
Red bean cake! Hunma cake!
It's you guys.
I was thinking of visiting the inn
to ask you
about the grandeur
of the Treasure Appraisal Gathering.
Really.
Scammer!
The invitations you gave us
were all fake.
How could that be?
I paid money for them!
Beat him up!
Maybe the person who sold the invitations
tricked me and sold me fake invitations.
Such a terrible person.
I'm going to get my money back
and return it to you.
Good thing I'm fast at running.
Running fast?
Do you want to continue?
No, no.
You're great heroes.
Please spare me.
Sir,
you must also know
all the treasures from
the appraisal event have been stolen.
Our friends have been framed
and imprisoned.
Please, help us out.
Tell us
where we can find those treasures.
Tell us everything you know.
If you can help us,
you won't need to repay
the money you owe us.
I'll tell you.
I'll tell you.
With the thief's extraordinary power,
if she really hid those treasures,
it wouldn't be easy to find them.
But
But what?
I bought this information
from someone else.
I can sell it to you for a lower price.
My Lady, beat him up.
Wait, wait!
I was just joking.
Just joking.
Ordinary people
wouldn't know
where the treasures are hidden,
but I know someone
who can definitely help you.
But,
this person
is even more terrifying than the thief.
Who?
Mr. Jinba.
Who's Mr. Jinba?
He's a remarkable man in Yangzhou City.
He has four eyes
and six ears,
and can see in all directions
and hear everything.
Nothing in Yangzhou City
can be kept secret from him.
It's said he can even talk to mice.
You're making this up again.
That's not a person.
That's a monster.
I'm going to teach you a lesson
for all this nonsense.
Don't!
It's true.
Is everything you said true?
If you dare to lie to us again,
I'll make sure you can't speak anymore.
It's true.
It's true.
If you don't believe me,
you can ask others.
It's true.
Where can we find this Mr. Jinba?
It's said that
inside the city's East Gate,
at the southern corner of the street,
there's a Temple of the Earth God.
When you get there,
offer something valuable and rare,
and he will appear.
Alright, you lead us there.
Sure thing, sir.
If you need anything, just tell me.
Scholar, give me some money.
Mr. Li,
isn't it appropriate for us
to search a woman's room?
Scholar,
your cousin will be executed in two days.
Which is more important,
appropriateness or your cousin's life?
Sir, are you to dine or stay?
Sir, you look familiar.
Were you here
with a female guest yesterday?
Good memory.
Is the guest
from Room No. 1 still here?
We can't disclose
our guests' information.
You are
My friend here
is the husband
of the guest in Room No. 1.
He's been going out to screw around,
so his wife left in anger.
Knowing she's staying here,
he's come today to apologize
and mend their relationship.
Right.
I'm ashamed.
Ashamed.
Understood.
Rest assured. While she stayed here,
no man came looking for her.
Thank you for your care.
Is my wife
currently in her room?
When we cleaned up just now,
we saw your wife in the room.
- Lead the way.
- Sure.
Let's go.
Be careful!
Scholar.
What happened?
She escaped.
It seems they're trying to silence us
to prevent us from
investigating further.
Did you find anything in the room?
I have checked. Nothing unusual.
Think back carefully.
When you were following her that day,
did you see anything?
That day,
savage girl and I
followed the female thief here.
She was
about to undress
And then?
Then your cousin covered my eyes.
By the time she let go,
the thief was gone.
We followed her to the Treasure Pavilion,
and you know the rest.
What are you doing?
She covered my eyes!
You have a faint fragrance on you.
I? Fragrance? How could I possibly
Stop.
What are you doing?
You have picked up the scent
of the person in black.
We have a clue now.
Remember this scent.
♪Immortals never age, awaiting youth's prime♪
♪Meteors dazzle, adorning the flash
of swords and sheaths♪
♪In matters of cunning,
unleash martial prowess with fists and kicks♪
♪In pursuit of freedom,
level up by defeating monsters early on♪
♪Time sneaks a smile,
brushing past brows, eyes, and lips♪
♪Back then, so small,
admiring the heroes with tender affection♪
♪Mocked and pushed down♪
♪Enduring without retort♪
♪Rise up, stance firm and ready♪
♪Hey, young man,
the world is yours to roam free♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪A solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪
=Sword and Fairy 1=
=Episode 14=
Chief.
Look,
there's a severe drought
everywhere in Nanzhao.
Only here,
the water flows endlessly.
This is
the opportunity I have been waiting for
for ten years.
Finally, it's here.
Ling'er, why are you in my room?
A'nu,
did you and Tang Yu
go to the Governor's residence?
Yes, we did.
Are you hiding something from me?
No, Ling'er.
What could I possibly hide from you?
Then I'll ask Tang Yu.
Ling'er,
actually, we didn't go
to the Governor's residence.
We went to the Treasure Pavilion
to find the hair tie for you.
Thank you,
A'nu.
That hair tie
was given to me by Xiaoyao.
Losing it
might just be fate.
We also saw Li Xiaoyao and Lin Yueru
being taken to the yamen as thieves.
Ling'er!
Get inside, quickly.
Take it slow.
How are you doing?
What could possibly happen to me?
Just minor injuries.
Okay, okay.
It's nothing compared to the wound
when you stabbed me that time. Look.
Stop showing off and sit down.
Take off your clothes.
Take off my clothes? Why?
How can I apply medicine
if you don't take off your clothes?
This is a special medicine
from the Lin Fortress.
My dad always makes me carry it.
Thank you, Miss Lin.
But I can apply the medicine myself.
Why are you dilly-dallying?
Li Xiaoyao, I'll help you take it off.
No, no,
I'll do it.
I'll do it myself.
Let me help you.
Just apply medicine.
Don't take this
as an opportunity for revenge.
Why would I seek revenge?
You're quite enduring, aren't you?
I'm just getting started.
Stop hitting him!
Li Xiaoyao!
Stop hitting him!
Did you get hurt?
If so, apply some to yourself too.
Ling'er!
Ling'er!
Ling'er, don't be too anxious.
Li Xiaoyao was just caught
by the Governor.
With his martial arts, he'll be fine.
Let's go back, okay?
Besides, I believe,
since Li Xiaoyao could follow us here,
he must care about you.
(Maybe he'll end up
carrying too many burdens)
(and won't be able to act freely
as a hero anymore.)
A'nu,
I want to go see
if they're alright.
This little bug
is what Tang Yu used last time
to confuse the official
and let us into the Treasure Pavilion.
With it, we'll surely be able
to enter the yamen.
Thank you, A'nu.
I'll be right back.
I'll go with you.
Your Highness,
we'll wait for you at the door.
Li Xiaoyao,
are you asleep?
What's wrong?
Cold
Cold
It's so hot.
Don't go,
Ling'er.
Don't go.
Get up.
Come on.
Slow down, slow down.
Don't go.
Ling'er.
Li Xiaoyao,
what am I to you
in your heart?
I finally understand
how important
that hair tie was to Ling'er.
These feelings
can't just be put aside so easily.
You talk as if you know all about it.
Why have you
always played only one tune?
I'm your young master.
You must answer me.
Because I like it.
Do you like this tune,
or is it
a girl
who taught you?
Yes.
That girl is so unfortunate
to be liked by someone
as cold as you.
My Lady, what does the girl I like
have to do with you?
In the future, I'll treat her
a hundred times better,
so you needn't worry.
Here you go.
Ling'er,
how are they?
Xiaoyao
is injured.
It's okay, it's okay. They'll be alright.
Let's go back and think of a solution.
Let's go.
Have you heard?
Just now,
they said a thief sneaked
into the Treasure Pavilion tonight
and looted all their treasures.
It's said that even the Governor's bead
was stolen.
Fortunately, he and his men
caught two thieves on the spot.
The Governor, out of desperation,
had to promise
to execute the two thieves in three days
to calm the public outrage.
Really?
Absolutely true.
But after all this commotion,
how did the female thief turn out
to be a male thief and a female thief?
That female thief
must have a lover, right?
A man and a woman
Dear gentlemen,
it's said that Yangzhou City
is troubled by a female thief,
so where do these male
and female thieves come from?
Well, come.
Waiter,
bring any good wine and dishes
straight to this table.
All on me.
Alright, sir, just a moment.
Come, have a seat.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you too.
The capture of the thieves
is indeed a cause for celebration,
but I,
have loved hearing stories
of heroes and thieves.
Hearing about this thief
in Yangzhou City,
I specifically came
to see what a real thief
looks like.
Tell me.
What sort of extraordinary skills
does this notorious thief have?
My friend who works there said
that the female thief
was disguised as an ordinary maid.
What about the male thief?
The male thief
looked just like
a servant.
I wonder
if you could possibly do me a favor.
You're not asking me
to help you rescue them, are you?
I'm not capable of doing that.
How could that be?
I only hope you can introduce me
to your friend who works at the yamen.
If possible,
I'd like to visit the jail
to meet those thieves in person.
It would
fulfill a dream of mine.
To tell you the truth,
even if you asked our friend,
it wouldn't work.
He's a clerk under the Secretary General
and doesn't have jurisdiction
over the prison.
Then what should I do?
However, there might be a way.
Yes, yes, yes.
Please enlighten me.
I can have my friend pass a message
to the Secretary General.
In that way,
your dream might come true.
Yes, yes, yes.
Thank you so much.
May I ask how much money
would be appropriate
for the gift to this Secretary General?
That's where you're mistaken.
The Secretary General is most fond
of Common Hermit's calligraphy.
To get him to do something,
ordinary items
won't catch his eye.
Is this Hermit's calligraphy
very precious?
Extremely rare.
Only a few pieces of his calligraphy
are circulated in the market,
and no one has ever seen his true face.
What should I do then?
That's why
we can only pass the message.
You'll have to figure out what to do
about the calligraphy.
Alright, thank you for your help.
Of course, of course.
Thank you, all three of you.
Liu Jinyuan, Mr. Liu!
Miss A'nu.
Miss Ling'er.
Mr. Tang.
You're indeed in Yangzhou City.
Enjoy your meal.
Li went to great lengths
to find Miss Zhao.
Unexpectedly,
we're staying in the same inn.
Mr. Liu, do you know
that Li Xiaoyao and Lin Yueru
were arrested
by the Yangzhou authorities?
I have heard.
The Governor ordered them
to be executed in three days.
Execute in three days?
What kind of official is this?
Without a proper inquiry,
he decides to execute.
Right now, the urgent task
is to devise a plan to save them.
I have a good idea.
Would you like to hear it?
My Lady,
storming the jail is not a good idea.
I haven't even spoken yet.
How do you know
it's about storming the jail?
Just guessing.
I think you're just scared
and dare not storm the jail.
The layout of the yamen
has been explored by Princess Ling'er.
The jail is underground
with several doors,
each guarded by numerous soldiers.
Though the phantom insects
can bewitch the soldiers,
its effect is limited.
If we attack forcefully,
we'll surely draw
more officials and soldiers.
By then,
it would only further prove
their identity as thieves.
Tang Yu makes sense.
Let's not rush.
Storming the jail is the last resort.
I think
we should find the real female thief
to clear Li and Yueru's names.
That said,
Yangzhou City is so vast,
and the female thief's whereabouts
are unknown.
How do we find her?
Now that the treasures have been stolen,
I guess
the female thief must have
hidden the treasures somewhere.
If we can find those stolen treasures,
we can find the female thief.
The Spiritual Bead!
We can use the Sacred Spiritual Bead
to find the Spiritual Bead.
This way,
we'll know where
the treasures are hidden.
Good idea.
Let's split up.
Mr. Liu, you're the current
Number One Scholar.
The Governor will surely
have some apprehensions.
Maybe you can buy us some time
to find the Spiritual Bead.
Mr. Tang is right.
I'll meet with the Governor.
Why isn't the Sacred
Spiritual Bead reacting?
This is already the highest place
in Yangzhou City.
The aura should be very pure,
so why can't it sense the wind spirit?
Could it be that it was broken?
You saw that female thief
steal the Spiritual Bead.
Yangzhou is currently under lockdown,
the Spiritual Bead should still be
within the city.
Where exactly did that female thief
hide the Spiritual Bead?
Whether intentionally or unintentionally,
the person who stole it
must have used some method
to block the wind spirit.
What could block spiritual energy?
Why can't I think of anything?
Bold thief!
How dare you still be in the mood
to paint at death's door?
- Search here!
- Yes.
This
Everyone, out!
Out! Out!
- Yes.
- Yes.
Common
Common Hermit.
That's me.
Sir,
are you truly the Common Hermit?
Please forgive my ignorance.
I deeply admire
your splashed-ink landscapes,
truly unparalleled in this world.
Your calligraphy
has captivated people far and wide.
To meet you here
is indeed
a fortunate event in my life.
If at dawn I learn of and tread the way,
I can face death at dusk.
You're flattering me.
Since you admire it so much,
how about I gift this painting to you?
I am unworthy
of such a treasure from you.
Upon my return,
I will surely worship this treasure
with incense and a bath.
However,
with such a reputation,
how come you're seen
with those two thieves?
This
After all,
I am serving the court,
and everything requires an explanation.
What are you thinking?
A couple of days ago, on my way
from Suzhou to Yangzhou,
I was attacked by bandits.
It was those two who rescued me.
Their character is clear to me,
more than anyone's.
Moreover, the chaos caused by the female thief
in Yangzhou City has lasted long.
How could those two
be the male and female thieves?
But,
the Governor set a trap
in the Treasure Pavilion
and captured them on the spot.
How could this be false?
While that may be true,
those two
have saved my life after all.
Sir,
you seem to be a person of understanding.
Could you possibly do me a favor?
(Fu Chun Inn)
Sir,
I'm just carrying out my duties
and have no real power.
Moreover, this matter
is of great importance.
Please forgive
my inability to help.
What are you thinking, sir?
I merely wish to see
the Governor privately,
to plead for a favor
and meet those two,
so I can express my gratitude
and repay
the life-saving grace.
(Common Hermit)
Sir, you truly are kind-hearted.
Then, I entrust this matter
to you, sir.
It's nothing, nothing at all.
Since
you have put it that way,
I'll definitely help you with this.
When do you
and your boss plan to release us?
I'm talking to you.
Are you listening to me?
You have kept us here without a word.
What's the meaning of this?
Hurry up and release us.
Is anyone there?
Release us! Do you hear me?
Li Xiaoyao,
what time is it,
and you still have the appetite to eat?
If you don't eat, you'll be hungry.
You should eat something too.
I have no appetite.
It's truly Yangzhou City.
Even the food for prisoners is so great.
There's even wine.
This can't be
It's impossible.
Even if it's theft,
it would only lead to imprisonment,
not beheading.
But nothing happened for so long.
Could it be my cousin
has been captured as well?
That would certainly not happen.
Once Scholar reveals his identity,
the Governor will surely listen.
(Yamen of Yangzhou City)
Is the Governor here?
Yes, he's in the back hall.
Sir, please follow me.
(Yamen of Yangzhou City)
I wonder where Ling'er is.
Could she also be in Yangzhou City?
If Ling'er is in Yangzhou City,
knowing we have been imprisoned
trying to find her,
she would definitely come to save me.
Stop flattering yourself.
If anyone is to be saved, it would be me.
The one flattering themselves
is clearly you.
If Ling'er really cared about you,
why would she leave without
Li Xiaoyao,
do you really like Ling'er?
Isn't it obvious?
Then,
does Ling'er
like you too?
Naturally.
Can't you see that, or is there
something wrong with your eyes?
I I have a question.
But let me make it clear first.
I'm just curious.
Go ahead.
If
I mean if,
in the future,
someone else happens to
like you too
Impossible.
Someone like me
could only be liked by Ling'er.
But what if that happens?
If that happens,
I can only say that person
has made a mistake.
They shouldn't waste
their feelings on me.
My feelings for Ling'er
will never change.
You're right.
Please come in.
So, you caught
the accomplice of the thieves?
Sir.
It's you?
Why did you bring him to the back hall?
Sir, I have something to say.
Speak in the main hall.
Guards, take him to the main hall.
Sir,
this gentleman is the Common Hermit.
What Common Hermit?
I only know
he's the accomplice of the thieves.
Tie him up.
Sir, in that case,
I shall take my leave.
(Liu Jinyuan, Ministry of Rites)
This is the Letter
for the Number One Scholar.
How did you come into possession of this?
Tell me the truth.
Initially,
this wasn't mine.
It became mine
after it was bestowed by His Majesty.
Sir, this
I have indeed met the Number One Scholar
at the imperial court.
This person
does resemble him somewhat.
Sir, if you don't believe me,
you can punish me.
However, this document
will eventually reach my father,
the Minister of Justice.
Mr. Scholar,
my apologies.
I hope you can forgive me.
However, I did capture those two
after seeing them with you.
They were indeed captured
at the Treasure Pavilion
when the treasures were lost.
I wonder
what the misunderstanding here is.
Sir,
one of them is my close friend,
and the other is my cousin
from Lin Fortress.
I can guarantee with this letter
that they are not thieves.
Mr. Scholar,
do you have evidence
that can lead us
to find the stolen treasures?
I
I will definitely find them.
Mr. Scholar,
the case
is clear.
I conduct investigations impartially.
Even if they are your close friends,
I cannot disregard our dynasty's laws.
However,
I understand your loyalty
and righteousness.
If you can find those treasures
and
capture the real female thief
that you claim to be,
I will release them.
But my decree has been distributed.
If you can't find evidence
within three days,
I will have to
uphold the original verdict.
Fine.
Let's do it as you say.
But I have one condition.
Please speak.
Release those two first,
so they can help me
find the stolen treasures.
That's not possible,
especially not when I'm the Governor here.
Releasing suspects is breaking the law.
Don't make it difficult for me.
If you refuse,
I will return to the capital
to petition His Majesty
to investigate this matter.
Even if I lose my title
and end up in prison,
I will ensure His Majesty
investigates this thoroughly
and clearly.
Are you threatening me?
If you think so,
then yes.
Fine. As you wish.
- Thank you, Governor.
- Wait.
I agree to release the man.
The female thief in Yangzhou City
is notorious.
If I release those two,
especially the woman,
without clearing her suspicion,
wouldn't that stain my reputation
for bending the law
for personal gain?
- Sir!
- Sir,
the Governor agreeing to release one
is already an exception.
Please be satisfied with that.
Fine. Let's do it as you say.
- Yueru!
- Behave.
Yueru!
Jinyuan, you finally came.
- Yueru!
- Scholar.
I told you my cousin
would come to save us.
What do you mean by "you told me"?
I was the one who said it.
Why?
Open the door.
Yueru, Yueru, it's my incompetence.
I can't free you yet.
What's happening?
The Governor
only allowed Li to be released
to find the stolen treasures with me.
Why? How can this unjust official
make such an arbitrary decision?
With the female thief
causing trouble in Yangzhou City,
they have concluded the thief
is a woman.
These corrupt officials!
Savage girl,
stay calm,
and just hold on a little longer.
Scholar and I
will capture the female thief soon.
Yueru, it's my fault.
I can't free you yet.
Silly rat,
you better catch
that female thief quickly.
Don't worry.
You go first.
I want to talk to my cousin a bit more.
Alright.
Yueru, rest assured.
I will catch the female thief
as soon as possible,
clear your name, and rescue you.
Jinyuan,
go help Li Xiaoyao.
He's injured.
What I mean is that with his injuries,
he might not be able
to catch the female thief.
Yueru,
you have been pampered at Lin Fortress
since you were young,
never having suffered such indignities.
Don't worry.
I will ensure your safety.
You too, take care.
Come, come, have a look!
- New sketchbooks, very interesting!
- Osmanthus cake! Red bean cake!
- Come, have a look!
- Hunma cake!
Fascinating sketchbooks
you can't put down!
Sir, have two
Red bean cake! Hunma cake!
It's you guys.
I was thinking of visiting the inn
to ask you
about the grandeur
of the Treasure Appraisal Gathering.
Really.
Scammer!
The invitations you gave us
were all fake.
How could that be?
I paid money for them!
Beat him up!
Maybe the person who sold the invitations
tricked me and sold me fake invitations.
Such a terrible person.
I'm going to get my money back
and return it to you.
Good thing I'm fast at running.
Running fast?
Do you want to continue?
No, no.
You're great heroes.
Please spare me.
Sir,
you must also know
all the treasures from
the appraisal event have been stolen.
Our friends have been framed
and imprisoned.
Please, help us out.
Tell us
where we can find those treasures.
Tell us everything you know.
If you can help us,
you won't need to repay
the money you owe us.
I'll tell you.
I'll tell you.
With the thief's extraordinary power,
if she really hid those treasures,
it wouldn't be easy to find them.
But
But what?
I bought this information
from someone else.
I can sell it to you for a lower price.
My Lady, beat him up.
Wait, wait!
I was just joking.
Just joking.
Ordinary people
wouldn't know
where the treasures are hidden,
but I know someone
who can definitely help you.
But,
this person
is even more terrifying than the thief.
Who?
Mr. Jinba.
Who's Mr. Jinba?
He's a remarkable man in Yangzhou City.
He has four eyes
and six ears,
and can see in all directions
and hear everything.
Nothing in Yangzhou City
can be kept secret from him.
It's said he can even talk to mice.
You're making this up again.
That's not a person.
That's a monster.
I'm going to teach you a lesson
for all this nonsense.
Don't!
It's true.
Is everything you said true?
If you dare to lie to us again,
I'll make sure you can't speak anymore.
It's true.
It's true.
If you don't believe me,
you can ask others.
It's true.
Where can we find this Mr. Jinba?
It's said that
inside the city's East Gate,
at the southern corner of the street,
there's a Temple of the Earth God.
When you get there,
offer something valuable and rare,
and he will appear.
Alright, you lead us there.
Sure thing, sir.
If you need anything, just tell me.
Scholar, give me some money.
Mr. Li,
isn't it appropriate for us
to search a woman's room?
Scholar,
your cousin will be executed in two days.
Which is more important,
appropriateness or your cousin's life?
Sir, are you to dine or stay?
Sir, you look familiar.
Were you here
with a female guest yesterday?
Good memory.
Is the guest
from Room No. 1 still here?
We can't disclose
our guests' information.
You are
My friend here
is the husband
of the guest in Room No. 1.
He's been going out to screw around,
so his wife left in anger.
Knowing she's staying here,
he's come today to apologize
and mend their relationship.
Right.
I'm ashamed.
Ashamed.
Understood.
Rest assured. While she stayed here,
no man came looking for her.
Thank you for your care.
Is my wife
currently in her room?
When we cleaned up just now,
we saw your wife in the room.
- Lead the way.
- Sure.
Let's go.
Be careful!
Scholar.
What happened?
She escaped.
It seems they're trying to silence us
to prevent us from
investigating further.
Did you find anything in the room?
I have checked. Nothing unusual.
Think back carefully.
When you were following her that day,
did you see anything?
That day,
savage girl and I
followed the female thief here.
She was
about to undress
And then?
Then your cousin covered my eyes.
By the time she let go,
the thief was gone.
We followed her to the Treasure Pavilion,
and you know the rest.
What are you doing?
She covered my eyes!
You have a faint fragrance on you.
I? Fragrance? How could I possibly
Stop.
What are you doing?
You have picked up the scent
of the person in black.
We have a clue now.
Remember this scent.
♪Immortals never age, awaiting youth's prime♪
♪Meteors dazzle, adorning the flash
of swords and sheaths♪
♪In matters of cunning,
unleash martial prowess with fists and kicks♪
♪In pursuit of freedom,
level up by defeating monsters early on♪
♪Time sneaks a smile,
brushing past brows, eyes, and lips♪
♪Back then, so small,
admiring the heroes with tender affection♪
♪Mocked and pushed down♪
♪Enduring without retort♪
♪Rise up, stance firm and ready♪
♪Hey, young man,
the world is yours to roam free♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪
♪The martial world may seem perilous with evil♪
♪Ultimately, they're but inner demons
to be beaten♪
♪Choose weapons
that match the Buddha in your heart♪
♪Great joy lies in my own freedom♪
♪Through losses and gains,
be a wandering immortal♪
♪Eventually, there will be rewards,
rare and hard-earned♪
♪At the road's end stands a solitary crane♪
♪A solitary crane♪
♪Together, we'll break
through the mountains amid the clouds♪