Love of Nirvana (2024) s01e18 Episode Script
Episode 18
♪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)
=Episode 18=
(Changfeng Estate)
Every transaction
of the Foundry Bureau
was recorded in detail.
If the account book were presented
to His Majesty,
the century-old endeavor
of the Pei Clan
would vanish overnight.
What do you want?
I want you to kill Jiang Ci.
If you want Rong Yudie's account book,
trade it with Jiang Ci's life.
It seems you're looking forward
to my roasted crabs.
To them, you're a kind man
and a hero.
What's your duty from now on?
Prioritize the Pei Clan
to safeguard the ancestral endeavor.
I wonder how long it will take
before Ayan finds Zheng Sheng's home.
She will.
Do you miss home?
I miss home
and my master.
I used to think
that Jiang Village was small and boring,
and not as prosperous as the capital.
Now, only I realize
how precious a tranquil place is.
Everyone can go home
as long as they have one.
How long has it been
since you last returned home?
I can't remember.
Do you remember what Yueluo is like?
I don't.
Do you want to go back there?
It's empty there.
Why should I go back?
Maybe
you can come to Jiang Village with me.
Give me back the clay cat.
Once I meet my master,
I'll take you back there.
You see,
the case is closed,
and everything is resolved.
We're friends
who went through death together.
Just give me back the clay cat.
No.
Why not?
The Shameless Cat is just as cruel
and heartless as it always was.
Cats are aloof.
(Yuzhou Island, Liang State)
Ci hasn't shown up yet?
Don't worry.
Perhaps she got held up on the way.
There are two groups of people
searching for my whereabouts
along the way.
From the imperial court?
Doesn't look like it.
I'm worried I might get Ci involved
when I keep staying here.
You mustn't expose your identity.
You should leave
and hide first.
I'll distract them.
My Lord.
Have you found anything
about the Yans?
Not yet.
Mr. Ping sent a letter.
The selection of the city lord
of Yuelue will soon begin,
the Elder wishes for you to
preside over the event.
I know
you don't want to go back.
Besides,
you're sent to Nanling
by the order of His Majesty.
It might raise suspicion
if you go to Yueluo without permission.
Perhaps you should decline the request.
I can't control Yueluo's future,
but I mustn't forget
Elder's kindness.
How do you plan to go to Yueluo?
Do you remember
the letter from Mr. Si?
He wrote that Lu Yu
has some secret trading
with the Foundry Bureau.
What does this have to do
with your return to Yueluo?
There are always some exceptions
to acting without a decree.
His Majesty has been wary
of Lu Yu for years,
which is why
Lu Yu's elder son is held in Qingkang.
If I reveal Lu Yu's secret weapon
to His Majesty,
he'll send me
to investigate in Liangzhou.
Then,
I can find a chance to return to Yueluo.
That's brilliant.
Lu Yu is the culprit
of Yueluo's crisis.
We'll have to
deal with him eventually.
So we need to get the leverage
against him.
Being able to mingle
among various parties,
He Zhenwen must have something
to protect himself.
He probably
has the records of the dealings
with Lu Yu.
If we can present those records,
perhaps His Majesty will
get rid of Lu Yu.
By then, Yueluo can break free
from the control
of the Zhenyuan Army.
Think of a way
to find that record book.
Yes, My Lord.
I heard
that He Zhenwen is being held captive
at Changfeng Estate by Pei Yan.
All right.
Thank you, Miss.
I should make it in time
if I leave before
the day after tomorrow.
But what if the liaison isn't Master,
and I can't prove my identity to them
without the clay cat?
Isn't this great?
It's not as good
as my cooking skills.
Hopefully, the liaison
could cut me some slack.
Everything will be clear
once I see Master.
(Changfeng Estate)
Madam already knows
about what happened to He Zhenwen.
She asks how you plan
to deal with him.
I'll manage.
Ask Mother not to worry.
He Zhenwen has helped us a lot,
we should protect him.
As for those insignificant ones,
kill them if necessary.
Your Lordship, if you're clear now,
give the orders.
I said,
I will manage!
Ask Mother not to worry.
Madam said
that if you act on your own,
you'll let down the ancestral endeavor.
Do think about
which is more important
to you.
Please think it through carefully.
But before that,
you need to calm He Zhenwen's nerves.
(Dungeon of Changfeng Estate, Nanling)
Rest assured, Official He.
Madam will give you what you want.
Madam especially grants you a chance
to see your son
before he's buried properly.
Official He,
concerning Madam's sincerity,
you should hand over
the thing she wants in return.
Lin.
Ms. Du,
I haven't lost my senses yet.
If you want the account book,
trade it for Jiang Ci.
Bring him away.
No.
Lin.
No.
Hold on.
(Wei Zhao shot me in the hand first.)
Your Lordship.
Mr. Cui examined
the wound on He Yonglin's hand.
It matches the small arrow
of the Silver Masked Person
in Fanglin Manor.
Sanlang,
it's you.
Miss Jiang has been deceiving you?
Your Lordship,
what's your plan?
Don't alert them.
As for now,
we should urge Wei Zhao to return
to Qingkang with us.
We'll figure something out afterward.
Your Lordship?
Your Lordship,
do you really want to defy Madam?
Do not kill Jiang Ci.
I'll explain this to Mother.
Ms. Du, if you dare hurt her again,
I won't show you no mercy.
My Lord.
Pei Yan brought Miss Jiang back
to Changfeng Estate.
Let's return as well.
My Lord,
is it because of Miss Jiang?
He Zhenwen is being locked up
in Changfeng Estate,
If Pei Yan could find out
the whereabouts of
the account book from him,
we could take advantage
of this situation.
But it sounds to me
like we're putting our heads
into the lion's mouth.
I'm not a prey.
Pei Yan
may not have an appetite
as big as a lion's.
You're awake.
Here.
Try this.
You knocked me out?
Have some soup.
Ci, you're pure and kind.
You haven't encountered
the darkness of the world,
that's why your trusting nature
gives you away.
I saved your life
at the very beginning.
You should've trusted me.
I know
all of you think
I'm a presumptuous brat.
But I'm able to tell right from wrong.
Your Lordship,
I trusted you.
Tell me
what's kind
and what's evil.
Wei Zhao has killed many lives.
How could he possibly
be concerned about Ayan's case?
Doesn't he have other motives?
Do you remember
that I asked you why
those famine victims turned to you?
Because in their hearts,
you're a big hero.
They see you that way,
so do I.
But have you never disappointed them?
Why did you disappoint me then?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Stay in Changfeng Estate for now.
We'll return to Qingkang afterward.
I'm a free person.
Please let me go, Your Lordship.
Let go.
Let go of me!
Your Lordship,
do you want to ruin
the last bit of goodwill between us?
Ci!
What's wrong, Ci?
Nothing.
Let's go.
All right.
Why did you come back here?
For free food.
Have some sweets.
It helps you
get past sadness.
Is this why you always eat sweets?
I'll leave it
with you tonight.
Did you come back for me?
Don't overthink.
I flatter myself.
Anyway, I'm leaving tomorrow.
I'm going to go separate ways
with you all.
(Changfeng Estate)
Did you have a good night
last night, Sanlang?
Better than yours.
Light Bureau shouldn't meddle
in my family matters.
If I insist,
can you stop me?
If I offended you
during the investigation,
please bear with me, Sanlang.
I was judging according to the evidence.
And now,
I'm tying up the loose ends
of the military equipment case.
It's time to return to Qingkang.
Why don't you join me, Sanlang?
How about
tomorrow?
Sanlang, are you so eager
to leave Nanling?
I'm homesick.
Please understand, Shaojun.
All right.
At the hour of Mao tomorrow,
we'll depart on time.
My Lord,
you could've waited for the decree
to be sent to Liangzhou.
Why do you want to return
to Qingkang?
I'll personally report Lu Yu
to His Majesty
before going to Liangzhou.
This is better.
I thought
you did this for Miss Jiang.
Miss Jiang always plans to leave.
But the Changfeng Estate
is tightly guarded,
and people walk around.
I don't think she can escape.
If the group is returning
to Qingkang tomorrow,
they'll have to prepare
the carriages and horses today.
She might find a chance to run
during the commotion.
My Lord,
you're helping her.
Yifei,
you can spin tall tales.
Why don't you set up
a storytelling stall?
My Lord,
do you really bear to let her leave?
Why is everyone
suddenly preparing to return to Qingkang?
Initially, His Lordship planned
to return three days later,
but Commander Wei
suggested tomorrow.
It's good, anyway.
You can slip off during the commotion.
They're departing
in the hour of Mao tomorrow.
In the hour of Chou,
I'll wait for you at the west back gate.
Let's check it out.
Ci, over here.
Ziming.
Did anyone follow you?
No.
Get in now.
All right.
Thank you
for getting me out of the place, Ziming.
The imperial court is
a deep vortex of chaos.
It wasn't your intention to get involved.
This is not the right place
for you, after all.
Is this the right place for you, Ziming?
I can't let down
my master's entrust.
So you joined the officialdom
for the sake of your master?
The late Lord
helped my master before,
so I have to return his favor
on behalf of my master.
We had similar experiences.
I was also raised by my master.
However,
I'm not as capable as you.
Not getting myself in trouble
is the only thing I can do
to not upset my master.
Don't worry.
You'll reunite with your master
in no time.
I believe you'll
return to the carefree days
you once had.
I'll not forget
the kindness you extended to me.
It's windy at night.
Sit inside.
All right.
♪First encounter or the past♪
♪We are drawn to each other♪
♪Dangers and threats endured♪
♪For a shared moment♪
♪Predestined or chance encounter♪
♪We are being drawn apart♪
♪Helpless against the hands of fate♪
Let's check it out.
♪Fortunate to walk together,
even for a moment♪
Ci, over here.
Ziming.
Ci.
Ziming.
Did anyone follow you?
No.
Get in now.
All right.
♪I cannot bear to leave you♪
I thought he didn't want to return this.
♪From then on, no more pain or regret♪
♪No more memories of you♪
Hopefully, nothing will happen
after returning to Qingkang.
What has happened?
A few days ago,
His Lordship discovered
the wound on He Yonglin's hand
matches the arrow
shot by the Silver Masked Man
at the Fanglin Manor.
(He's always been cautious,)
(but he exposed himself to save me.)
Why did you disappoint me then?
(Was His Lordship asking about this?)
Did His Lordship return to Qingkang
for this reason?
I believe so.
Ziming,
you said His Lordship
planned to return
to the capital in three days,
but Commander Wei proposed today.
That's right.
(He knew I wanted to leave.)
We're crossing the boundary
of Nanling soon.
Ci, you're about to be free.
Here.
Be careful.
Thank you, Ziming.
I appreciate your help, Ziming.
You should head back now.
You would get into trouble
if His Lordship finds out.
Until next time.
Ci,
I'll take a detour
on my way back later.
That way,
the wheel tracks
will be difficult to distinguish.
Remember
to take a few extra turns.
In that case,
His Lordship won't be able to trace you
when he discovers you're gone
and comes looking for you.
I will.
Ci,
take care.
You too.
Ziming,
I'm sorry,
but I have to fail you this time.
(Changfeng Estate)
Put it in the carriage.
Yes.
Be careful.
(I have to think of a way)
(to lure His Lordship away.)
Tighten it up.
Inform Ci that we're leaving now.
Your Lordship!
This is bad,
Your Lordship!
Miss Jiang is missing.
When did that happen?
Just now, I heard a noise
coming from Miss Jiang's room,
so I went to check,
but no one was there.
Your Lordship,
we're about to depart.
An Cheng,
come with me.
Yes, Your Lordship.
Your Lordship!
Your Lordship,
the wheel tracks overlap.
We can't trace it.
Your Lordship.
Your Lordship,
there's a commotion at the front gate
and it's startled the horses.
An Cheng.
Yes, Your Lordship.
My Lord,
it's time to set off.
My Lord?
I'm fine.
You go first.
Yes, My Lord.
You're heavy.
Why did you come back?
You can't return to Qingkang.
After I saw you shoot He Yonglin,
I hid the arrow.
I think you didn't want to
leave any trace.
If it weren't for saving me,
His Lordship wouldn't
have discovered you.
Hide this arrow.
How do you plan to deal
with His Lordship?
It's too late.
You're here, Your Lordship.
Your Lordship,
I shall inform Commander Wei.
This is His Lordship's courtyard.
Who are you trying to stop him?
Why did he get here so fast?
Go inside.
Don't let him take me away.
All right.
Move aside.
Shaojun,
what a setup to send me off.
Sanlang, if you're ready,
it's time to set off.
I'm sorry, Shaojun.
I had some cold tea yesterday,
and I'm not feeling well.
I'm afraid
I need to stay here for a few more days.
First you said you want to leave,
and now you say you don't.
What exactly do you want, Sanlang?
This is unexpected.
Shaojun, if you're in a hurry,
you can
depart first.
All right.
I'll stay here for a few more days
with you.
By the way,
since we have some free time today,
I've brought some aged liquor
to have a drink with you.
What do you say, Sanlang?
Why not?
I'd love to.
Shaojun,
this way, please.
This seems to be
our first drink together.
Better late than never.
Well,
I'll bottom up.
We joined the service
around the same time,
but we didn't have much chance
to get to know each other.
I always thought,
if given the chance,
I must befriend you.
I have a poor reputation, though.
I'm flattered, Shaojun.
Everyone misunderstands you.
I believe there are some reasons
behind your poor reputation.
I'm truly glad
to hear that, Shaojun.
We played Go together before.
Your style seems bold,
but it's actually scrupulous
and well-planned.
Shaojun, I'd say your approach
is subtle
and patient.
Speaking of which,
that was our first encounter.
Was it?
But I remember
it was at the Fanglin Manor.
You must've been mistaken.
Sanlang, your elegance
is unforgettable.
You outshine
the men of Yueluo.
Shaojun, you're charming.
I'm surprised I could even
catch your attention.
I just remembered
my maid reported
that Ci wasn't in her room.
Did she come here
to bother you again?
Are you saying
that your favorite maid is in my room?
That doesn't make sense.
Do you think
Miss Jiang
is closer to me?
Do you think
I hid Miss Jiang
under my bed?
If she hadn't hidden under the bed
at Lanyue Parlor that night,
Xiao Wuxia wouldn't have
had a chance to use her
to divert Changfeng Guards
and capture Teng Rui.
So this is the truth about the night
at Lanyue Parlor.
You knew that the assassin
wanted to kill Miss Jiang,
but you purposely brought her
to Lanyue Parlor as bait.
No one is hiding under the bed.
Do you suspect
I hid Miss Jiang
in my bath place?
Water clears one's evilness
as well as one's name.
During the investigation
of the arson case,
you jumped into the river
to prove to us
that you couldn't swim.
If you hadn't stolen the jade gourd
and used Ci,
I wouldn't have been
trapped in deep water
and lost His Majesty's trust.
That's not true, Shaojun.
During the arson case,
Miss Jiang was helping you
wholeheartedly.
If Miss Jiang hadn't found the clue
from the murky water,
you would've lost
your position.
You've put quite some effort
into the military equipment case.
Due to this case,
you've built your reputation
by eliminating your corrupted clan,
and removed trouble
from the Pei Clan's territory.
After clearing out the unwanted pests
and gaining power,
you're closer to becoming
the Prime Minster.
Isn't that enough?
You imprisoned He Zhenwen
in Changfeng Estate
because he has something
you want, right?
Shaojun,
we all know the truth
about the military equipment case.
Where are those fine weapons
Zheng Sheng forged,
and who
is secretly trading them?
Shaojun, you're never heartless.
But you always weigh the pros and cons
and choose what's best for you.
You know what's the most important
for the Pei Clan.
Shaojun,
don't lose your sense
after coming so far.
Everything you're looking for
isn't here.
The truth,
we all know about that.
Since you don't believe me,
how about we have a competition?
We'll let fate decide.
Sure.
As you say.
♪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♪
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)
=Episode 18=
(Changfeng Estate)
Every transaction
of the Foundry Bureau
was recorded in detail.
If the account book were presented
to His Majesty,
the century-old endeavor
of the Pei Clan
would vanish overnight.
What do you want?
I want you to kill Jiang Ci.
If you want Rong Yudie's account book,
trade it with Jiang Ci's life.
It seems you're looking forward
to my roasted crabs.
To them, you're a kind man
and a hero.
What's your duty from now on?
Prioritize the Pei Clan
to safeguard the ancestral endeavor.
I wonder how long it will take
before Ayan finds Zheng Sheng's home.
She will.
Do you miss home?
I miss home
and my master.
I used to think
that Jiang Village was small and boring,
and not as prosperous as the capital.
Now, only I realize
how precious a tranquil place is.
Everyone can go home
as long as they have one.
How long has it been
since you last returned home?
I can't remember.
Do you remember what Yueluo is like?
I don't.
Do you want to go back there?
It's empty there.
Why should I go back?
Maybe
you can come to Jiang Village with me.
Give me back the clay cat.
Once I meet my master,
I'll take you back there.
You see,
the case is closed,
and everything is resolved.
We're friends
who went through death together.
Just give me back the clay cat.
No.
Why not?
The Shameless Cat is just as cruel
and heartless as it always was.
Cats are aloof.
(Yuzhou Island, Liang State)
Ci hasn't shown up yet?
Don't worry.
Perhaps she got held up on the way.
There are two groups of people
searching for my whereabouts
along the way.
From the imperial court?
Doesn't look like it.
I'm worried I might get Ci involved
when I keep staying here.
You mustn't expose your identity.
You should leave
and hide first.
I'll distract them.
My Lord.
Have you found anything
about the Yans?
Not yet.
Mr. Ping sent a letter.
The selection of the city lord
of Yuelue will soon begin,
the Elder wishes for you to
preside over the event.
I know
you don't want to go back.
Besides,
you're sent to Nanling
by the order of His Majesty.
It might raise suspicion
if you go to Yueluo without permission.
Perhaps you should decline the request.
I can't control Yueluo's future,
but I mustn't forget
Elder's kindness.
How do you plan to go to Yueluo?
Do you remember
the letter from Mr. Si?
He wrote that Lu Yu
has some secret trading
with the Foundry Bureau.
What does this have to do
with your return to Yueluo?
There are always some exceptions
to acting without a decree.
His Majesty has been wary
of Lu Yu for years,
which is why
Lu Yu's elder son is held in Qingkang.
If I reveal Lu Yu's secret weapon
to His Majesty,
he'll send me
to investigate in Liangzhou.
Then,
I can find a chance to return to Yueluo.
That's brilliant.
Lu Yu is the culprit
of Yueluo's crisis.
We'll have to
deal with him eventually.
So we need to get the leverage
against him.
Being able to mingle
among various parties,
He Zhenwen must have something
to protect himself.
He probably
has the records of the dealings
with Lu Yu.
If we can present those records,
perhaps His Majesty will
get rid of Lu Yu.
By then, Yueluo can break free
from the control
of the Zhenyuan Army.
Think of a way
to find that record book.
Yes, My Lord.
I heard
that He Zhenwen is being held captive
at Changfeng Estate by Pei Yan.
All right.
Thank you, Miss.
I should make it in time
if I leave before
the day after tomorrow.
But what if the liaison isn't Master,
and I can't prove my identity to them
without the clay cat?
Isn't this great?
It's not as good
as my cooking skills.
Hopefully, the liaison
could cut me some slack.
Everything will be clear
once I see Master.
(Changfeng Estate)
Madam already knows
about what happened to He Zhenwen.
She asks how you plan
to deal with him.
I'll manage.
Ask Mother not to worry.
He Zhenwen has helped us a lot,
we should protect him.
As for those insignificant ones,
kill them if necessary.
Your Lordship, if you're clear now,
give the orders.
I said,
I will manage!
Ask Mother not to worry.
Madam said
that if you act on your own,
you'll let down the ancestral endeavor.
Do think about
which is more important
to you.
Please think it through carefully.
But before that,
you need to calm He Zhenwen's nerves.
(Dungeon of Changfeng Estate, Nanling)
Rest assured, Official He.
Madam will give you what you want.
Madam especially grants you a chance
to see your son
before he's buried properly.
Official He,
concerning Madam's sincerity,
you should hand over
the thing she wants in return.
Lin.
Ms. Du,
I haven't lost my senses yet.
If you want the account book,
trade it for Jiang Ci.
Bring him away.
No.
Lin.
No.
Hold on.
(Wei Zhao shot me in the hand first.)
Your Lordship.
Mr. Cui examined
the wound on He Yonglin's hand.
It matches the small arrow
of the Silver Masked Person
in Fanglin Manor.
Sanlang,
it's you.
Miss Jiang has been deceiving you?
Your Lordship,
what's your plan?
Don't alert them.
As for now,
we should urge Wei Zhao to return
to Qingkang with us.
We'll figure something out afterward.
Your Lordship?
Your Lordship,
do you really want to defy Madam?
Do not kill Jiang Ci.
I'll explain this to Mother.
Ms. Du, if you dare hurt her again,
I won't show you no mercy.
My Lord.
Pei Yan brought Miss Jiang back
to Changfeng Estate.
Let's return as well.
My Lord,
is it because of Miss Jiang?
He Zhenwen is being locked up
in Changfeng Estate,
If Pei Yan could find out
the whereabouts of
the account book from him,
we could take advantage
of this situation.
But it sounds to me
like we're putting our heads
into the lion's mouth.
I'm not a prey.
Pei Yan
may not have an appetite
as big as a lion's.
You're awake.
Here.
Try this.
You knocked me out?
Have some soup.
Ci, you're pure and kind.
You haven't encountered
the darkness of the world,
that's why your trusting nature
gives you away.
I saved your life
at the very beginning.
You should've trusted me.
I know
all of you think
I'm a presumptuous brat.
But I'm able to tell right from wrong.
Your Lordship,
I trusted you.
Tell me
what's kind
and what's evil.
Wei Zhao has killed many lives.
How could he possibly
be concerned about Ayan's case?
Doesn't he have other motives?
Do you remember
that I asked you why
those famine victims turned to you?
Because in their hearts,
you're a big hero.
They see you that way,
so do I.
But have you never disappointed them?
Why did you disappoint me then?
I don't know what you're talking about.
Stay in Changfeng Estate for now.
We'll return to Qingkang afterward.
I'm a free person.
Please let me go, Your Lordship.
Let go.
Let go of me!
Your Lordship,
do you want to ruin
the last bit of goodwill between us?
Ci!
What's wrong, Ci?
Nothing.
Let's go.
All right.
Why did you come back here?
For free food.
Have some sweets.
It helps you
get past sadness.
Is this why you always eat sweets?
I'll leave it
with you tonight.
Did you come back for me?
Don't overthink.
I flatter myself.
Anyway, I'm leaving tomorrow.
I'm going to go separate ways
with you all.
(Changfeng Estate)
Did you have a good night
last night, Sanlang?
Better than yours.
Light Bureau shouldn't meddle
in my family matters.
If I insist,
can you stop me?
If I offended you
during the investigation,
please bear with me, Sanlang.
I was judging according to the evidence.
And now,
I'm tying up the loose ends
of the military equipment case.
It's time to return to Qingkang.
Why don't you join me, Sanlang?
How about
tomorrow?
Sanlang, are you so eager
to leave Nanling?
I'm homesick.
Please understand, Shaojun.
All right.
At the hour of Mao tomorrow,
we'll depart on time.
My Lord,
you could've waited for the decree
to be sent to Liangzhou.
Why do you want to return
to Qingkang?
I'll personally report Lu Yu
to His Majesty
before going to Liangzhou.
This is better.
I thought
you did this for Miss Jiang.
Miss Jiang always plans to leave.
But the Changfeng Estate
is tightly guarded,
and people walk around.
I don't think she can escape.
If the group is returning
to Qingkang tomorrow,
they'll have to prepare
the carriages and horses today.
She might find a chance to run
during the commotion.
My Lord,
you're helping her.
Yifei,
you can spin tall tales.
Why don't you set up
a storytelling stall?
My Lord,
do you really bear to let her leave?
Why is everyone
suddenly preparing to return to Qingkang?
Initially, His Lordship planned
to return three days later,
but Commander Wei
suggested tomorrow.
It's good, anyway.
You can slip off during the commotion.
They're departing
in the hour of Mao tomorrow.
In the hour of Chou,
I'll wait for you at the west back gate.
Let's check it out.
Ci, over here.
Ziming.
Did anyone follow you?
No.
Get in now.
All right.
Thank you
for getting me out of the place, Ziming.
The imperial court is
a deep vortex of chaos.
It wasn't your intention to get involved.
This is not the right place
for you, after all.
Is this the right place for you, Ziming?
I can't let down
my master's entrust.
So you joined the officialdom
for the sake of your master?
The late Lord
helped my master before,
so I have to return his favor
on behalf of my master.
We had similar experiences.
I was also raised by my master.
However,
I'm not as capable as you.
Not getting myself in trouble
is the only thing I can do
to not upset my master.
Don't worry.
You'll reunite with your master
in no time.
I believe you'll
return to the carefree days
you once had.
I'll not forget
the kindness you extended to me.
It's windy at night.
Sit inside.
All right.
♪First encounter or the past♪
♪We are drawn to each other♪
♪Dangers and threats endured♪
♪For a shared moment♪
♪Predestined or chance encounter♪
♪We are being drawn apart♪
♪Helpless against the hands of fate♪
Let's check it out.
♪Fortunate to walk together,
even for a moment♪
Ci, over here.
Ziming.
Ci.
Ziming.
Did anyone follow you?
No.
Get in now.
All right.
♪I cannot bear to leave you♪
I thought he didn't want to return this.
♪From then on, no more pain or regret♪
♪No more memories of you♪
Hopefully, nothing will happen
after returning to Qingkang.
What has happened?
A few days ago,
His Lordship discovered
the wound on He Yonglin's hand
matches the arrow
shot by the Silver Masked Man
at the Fanglin Manor.
(He's always been cautious,)
(but he exposed himself to save me.)
Why did you disappoint me then?
(Was His Lordship asking about this?)
Did His Lordship return to Qingkang
for this reason?
I believe so.
Ziming,
you said His Lordship
planned to return
to the capital in three days,
but Commander Wei proposed today.
That's right.
(He knew I wanted to leave.)
We're crossing the boundary
of Nanling soon.
Ci, you're about to be free.
Here.
Be careful.
Thank you, Ziming.
I appreciate your help, Ziming.
You should head back now.
You would get into trouble
if His Lordship finds out.
Until next time.
Ci,
I'll take a detour
on my way back later.
That way,
the wheel tracks
will be difficult to distinguish.
Remember
to take a few extra turns.
In that case,
His Lordship won't be able to trace you
when he discovers you're gone
and comes looking for you.
I will.
Ci,
take care.
You too.
Ziming,
I'm sorry,
but I have to fail you this time.
(Changfeng Estate)
Put it in the carriage.
Yes.
Be careful.
(I have to think of a way)
(to lure His Lordship away.)
Tighten it up.
Inform Ci that we're leaving now.
Your Lordship!
This is bad,
Your Lordship!
Miss Jiang is missing.
When did that happen?
Just now, I heard a noise
coming from Miss Jiang's room,
so I went to check,
but no one was there.
Your Lordship,
we're about to depart.
An Cheng,
come with me.
Yes, Your Lordship.
Your Lordship!
Your Lordship,
the wheel tracks overlap.
We can't trace it.
Your Lordship.
Your Lordship,
there's a commotion at the front gate
and it's startled the horses.
An Cheng.
Yes, Your Lordship.
My Lord,
it's time to set off.
My Lord?
I'm fine.
You go first.
Yes, My Lord.
You're heavy.
Why did you come back?
You can't return to Qingkang.
After I saw you shoot He Yonglin,
I hid the arrow.
I think you didn't want to
leave any trace.
If it weren't for saving me,
His Lordship wouldn't
have discovered you.
Hide this arrow.
How do you plan to deal
with His Lordship?
It's too late.
You're here, Your Lordship.
Your Lordship,
I shall inform Commander Wei.
This is His Lordship's courtyard.
Who are you trying to stop him?
Why did he get here so fast?
Go inside.
Don't let him take me away.
All right.
Move aside.
Shaojun,
what a setup to send me off.
Sanlang, if you're ready,
it's time to set off.
I'm sorry, Shaojun.
I had some cold tea yesterday,
and I'm not feeling well.
I'm afraid
I need to stay here for a few more days.
First you said you want to leave,
and now you say you don't.
What exactly do you want, Sanlang?
This is unexpected.
Shaojun, if you're in a hurry,
you can
depart first.
All right.
I'll stay here for a few more days
with you.
By the way,
since we have some free time today,
I've brought some aged liquor
to have a drink with you.
What do you say, Sanlang?
Why not?
I'd love to.
Shaojun,
this way, please.
This seems to be
our first drink together.
Better late than never.
Well,
I'll bottom up.
We joined the service
around the same time,
but we didn't have much chance
to get to know each other.
I always thought,
if given the chance,
I must befriend you.
I have a poor reputation, though.
I'm flattered, Shaojun.
Everyone misunderstands you.
I believe there are some reasons
behind your poor reputation.
I'm truly glad
to hear that, Shaojun.
We played Go together before.
Your style seems bold,
but it's actually scrupulous
and well-planned.
Shaojun, I'd say your approach
is subtle
and patient.
Speaking of which,
that was our first encounter.
Was it?
But I remember
it was at the Fanglin Manor.
You must've been mistaken.
Sanlang, your elegance
is unforgettable.
You outshine
the men of Yueluo.
Shaojun, you're charming.
I'm surprised I could even
catch your attention.
I just remembered
my maid reported
that Ci wasn't in her room.
Did she come here
to bother you again?
Are you saying
that your favorite maid is in my room?
That doesn't make sense.
Do you think
Miss Jiang
is closer to me?
Do you think
I hid Miss Jiang
under my bed?
If she hadn't hidden under the bed
at Lanyue Parlor that night,
Xiao Wuxia wouldn't have
had a chance to use her
to divert Changfeng Guards
and capture Teng Rui.
So this is the truth about the night
at Lanyue Parlor.
You knew that the assassin
wanted to kill Miss Jiang,
but you purposely brought her
to Lanyue Parlor as bait.
No one is hiding under the bed.
Do you suspect
I hid Miss Jiang
in my bath place?
Water clears one's evilness
as well as one's name.
During the investigation
of the arson case,
you jumped into the river
to prove to us
that you couldn't swim.
If you hadn't stolen the jade gourd
and used Ci,
I wouldn't have been
trapped in deep water
and lost His Majesty's trust.
That's not true, Shaojun.
During the arson case,
Miss Jiang was helping you
wholeheartedly.
If Miss Jiang hadn't found the clue
from the murky water,
you would've lost
your position.
You've put quite some effort
into the military equipment case.
Due to this case,
you've built your reputation
by eliminating your corrupted clan,
and removed trouble
from the Pei Clan's territory.
After clearing out the unwanted pests
and gaining power,
you're closer to becoming
the Prime Minster.
Isn't that enough?
You imprisoned He Zhenwen
in Changfeng Estate
because he has something
you want, right?
Shaojun,
we all know the truth
about the military equipment case.
Where are those fine weapons
Zheng Sheng forged,
and who
is secretly trading them?
Shaojun, you're never heartless.
But you always weigh the pros and cons
and choose what's best for you.
You know what's the most important
for the Pei Clan.
Shaojun,
don't lose your sense
after coming so far.
Everything you're looking for
isn't here.
The truth,
we all know about that.
Since you don't believe me,
how about we have a competition?
We'll let fate decide.
Sure.
As you say.
♪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♪