The Princess Royal (2024) s01e25 Episode Script
Episode 25
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[The Princess Royal]
[Adapted from Mo Shu Bai's novel,
The Princess Royal on jjwxc.net]
[This is a work of fiction.]
[Episode 25]
Did you talk to Hongde
after you came back?
No.
Neither of us has talked to him.
So he was ordered to falsely accuse us.
But with Consort Rou's capability,
she isn't smart enough
to devise this plan.
It's probably Su Rongqing
who's behind Consort Rou.
Are you suggesting?
Your Highness.
Mr. Su?
What are you doing here?
The Crown Prince's wedding is near.
The Ministry of Justice
is responsible for security.
So, it has been quite busy.
As for me,
I was just planning to take a stroll
in the Imperial Garden
while on duty.
I didn't expect
to meet you here.
I'm here to relax
and also think about Chuan's wedding.
Chuan's wedding is approaching.
But he's been sad.
I'm not sure
if his marriage
with the Shangguan Family
is good or bad for him.
It seems like everyone,
including myself,
is pushing him to make a choice.
Have you considered postponing
the Crown Prince's wedding
to give him more time to decide,
Your Highness?
That's an option.
But
the imperial court attaches
great importance
to the Crown Prince's wedding.
It's not something we can easily change.
If that's the case,
I do have a solution.
I remember
you only mentioned it to me back then
and didn't take further action.
As for the matter of using Hongde
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding,
no one would know about this.
Besides, we didn't even
go to Hongde this time.
But Su Rongqing took preemptive action
by using Hongde.
More importantly,
how did he know
about your intention
to postpone the wedding?
That's the problem.
This excuse is exactly
the same as what I thought before.
Why use this reason
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding?
And in this new life,
he seems to know everything in advance.
Is it all just a coincidence?
So you are saying
- Su Rongqing has also returned.
- Su Rongqing has also returned.
[I wish to see you, hopefully,
in the peach blossom season next year.]
Your Highness,
I have endured silently
because fate has played a trick on me,
forcing me
to choose
between my beloved family and you.
I can only avoid tragedy
for the Su Family
and stabilize the situation
before proposing marriage.
Your Highness,
do you understand
my intentions?
My longing is so deep
that it never ceases
throughout days and nights.
I wish to see you, hopefully,
during the peach blossom season
next year.
Why did a heavenly being
end up in the mortal world?
If you don't want those books,
they will belong
to someone else tomorrow.
Those books are too precious.
I'm powerless.
So I don't deserve to own them now.
If one day in the future,
I can
I see now.
He actually hid it from us for so long.
I wondered why he didn't dare
to marry me before.
Now, it all makes sense.
Rong.
What I fear
isn't that Su Rongqing
is as prescient as we are
or takes actions before we do.
What I fear
is the relationship
between you and Su Rongqing,
where I was cast aside
for seventeen years.
I am confident I can win against
the current Su Rongqing.
But what if it's the Su Rongqing
who had been with you
for seventeen years?
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Don't overthink it.
Su Rongqing is just
an old acquaintance to me.
You know
my heart belongs to you.
This has nothing to do with anyone else.
You are my wife.
Yes, I am.
May I know who you?
We're from the Inspectorate Office
under Princess Pingyue's order
to conduct an investigation.
Please ask Daoist Hongde to come out.
Sir,
someone took Daoist Hongde
into the palace a few days ago.
It's just as Her Highness suspected
that he's in the palace now.
Sorry for disturbing you.
We need to report this matter
to Her Highness promptly.
Yes, sir.
Young Master,
the Princess has entered the palace.
Take this over
and say
the prey has appeared.
Yes, Young Master.
Your Highness.
What is this?
This was sent by Mr. Su
to be handed to Daoist Hongde.
[Chou hour, 19th day, Renshen]
He said
[7th month, the 6th year of Yongning Era]
we can't keep
[Wei hour, 11th day, Gengwu 4th month,]
Daoist Hongde
[the 4th year of Yongning Era]
anymore.
The most important thing now
is to prevent Pei Wenxuan from becoming
the Vice Minister of Personnel.
Mr. Su is indeed resourceful.
If only we had
someone this wise in the Xiao Family.
Go.
Pass this to Daoist Hongde in secret
and tell him to say so.
Yes, Your Highness.
Greetings, Father.
Rise.
I heard
you came to the palace
to arrest someone.
Yes, Father.
Upon receiving multiple reports,
I have been investigating reports
alleging that Daoist Hongde
of the Qingfeng Taoist Temple
has committed many atrocities
under the guise of a Daoist.
I began investigating him
and have collected evidence
over the past three months.
Now, I've got solid evidence.
So I went to the Qingfeng Taoist Temple
to arrest him.
I didn't expect him
to have entered the palace.
Father, have you heard any slander?
Well, nothing slanderous.
But there was an interesting incident.
Interesting incident?
Someone said
you made Hongde lie
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding.
Is there such a thing?
Postponing Chuan's wedding?
Father,
put aside whether I did such a thing.
As a Daoist,
how could he have an impact
on the Crown Prince's wedding date?
Father, you don't believe me?
Well, I do.
I just heard
that this so-called Daoist Hongde
has quite a reputation
among the common people.
With just any prophecy,
he can gain a lot of support.
If he indeed said
that the Crown Prince should not marry
in the coming years,
many people would believe it.
Then to align with
what the general populace desires,
Chuan's wedding
would have to be postponed.
Father,
I do not understand
why he would slander me.
Since you say he slandered you,
we'll summon him here
so that you can confront each other
face-to-face.
All right.
Young Master, I have brought her here.
Do you know what to say?
Sir,
he had already explained it to me
while we were on the way.
Send her to the palace.
Yes, Young Master.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Rise.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Rou, Pingyue said
Hongde committed an offense
and came to the palace to arrest him.
I shall let you clarify
the misunderstanding here in person.
Upon hearing the news,
I came together with Daoist Hongde.
I invited him here.
If there is no misunderstanding,
Princess Pingyue should take him away.
Hongde.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You said that people
from the Princess's Mansion
consulted with you
about the Crown Prince's marriage.
Do you have any evidence?
Your Majesty,
these are talisman papers
delivered to me
by people from the Princess's Mansion.
They were specifically instructed
by the Prince Consort.
It includes
the birth charts of the Princess
and the Prince Consort,
personally written by the Prince Consort
and sent together
with the Crown Prince's birth charts.
I agreed to it
and have just finished
drawing the symbols.
I was just about to send them back
to the Princess's Mansion.
Pingyue, take a look too.
On your wedding,
I've seen your charts.
What's your explanation?
I have nothing to explain.
This really
is Pei Wenxuan's handwriting.
Father,
I am investigating his case.
How could I possibly believe him
and go to him for a fortune-telling?
Could it be Pei Wenxuan
went to Hongde before?
That shouldn't be.
It's really hard to say
whether it's true or false.
Why don't I take the talisman back
and check the handwriting?
Then, we will know.
This talisman paper is used
by ordinary Taoist temples.
What does it matter
whether to check it or not?
What do you mean by that, Your Highness?
The paper used by Qingfeng Taoist Temple
is supplied by the imperial court.
It has a unique fragrance.
But this paper doesn't have that.
It's obviously
from an ordinary Taoist temple.
I wonder where you stole it from?
Or
you were not using
Qingfeng Taoist Temple's paper
but went to other temples
to get talisman paper
for drawing symbols?
Well
Your Majesty, I
Father,
this should be the time
when the Prince Consort
went for an outing
and got it casually.
I almost forgot about it.
I just don't know why Daoist Hongde
wants to frame us.
I I
Your Majesty,
I'm telling the truth.
Your Majesty, I swear
that there's not a word of falsehood.
Haven't you been telling a lot of lies,
Wang Caishan?
Wang Caishan
is from Qingshui Town
and used to be a mountebank
in the market as a fortune teller.
Later, he got into an argument,
fought with someone,
and committed murder.
So he abandoned his wife
and his mother to wander around.
Then, he claimed to be the one
who had attained the Tao,
swindling others for decades.
Finally, he managed to join
Qingfeng Taoist Temple.
What are you talking about,
Your Highness?
I do not understand one bit.
Actually, I also brought a witness here.
Summon the witness.
Bring Mrs. Wang in.
This This is simply inexplicable.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Rise and speak.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Tell me. Do you recognize this person?
Dear.
You're still alive!
Madam. Madam, please watch your manners.
What
You called me "Madam"?
It turns out nothing happened to you.
You just didn't want to come back home!
You're so evil, Wang Caishan.
What are you talking about?
I've taken care of your mother
for over ten years.
You scoundrel! Today, I'll
Enough!
Someone!
Your Majesty.
Take them away.
Your Majesty, Your Majesty!
This is
Your Majesty,
I only heard
about his profound Daoist skills,
nothing else.
Never mind.
Take them away.
Your Majesty, I'm innocent.
Your Majesty, I'm innocent.
This
Father, I request to bring Hongde back
to the Inspectorate Office
for further questioning.
Permission granted.
I'll take my leave.
You shrew!
You fool!
[Hanqiu Palace]
You've ruined my future!
You scum.
What more future do you want?
They all say men are heartless.
I finally understand it's true.
You shrew, you
All I know is you're just a scum.
Wait until we're out of the palace,
I'll make you suffer.
You darn shrew.
What was the talisman paper
with Pei Wenxuan's birth charts
and mine used for?
Was it really handwritten
by Pei Wenxuan?
What else do you have to say?
I know nothing more should be said
about this matter.
But I worry for you
and can't help but say more.
Your Majesty, do you know
what kind of talisman
Daoist Hongde had with him?
It's for love to be lasted
for three lifetimes
and for loved ones
not to be separated by death.
The talisman paper was written
by the Prince Consort himself.
It also means
it was the Prince Consort
who asked for the talisman.
Your Majesty,
how many men in this world
are so deeply in love with their wives?
One lifetime is not enough.
They vow to be together
across three lifetimes.
I remember you once said
that Pei Wenxuan
is from a humble family.
He serves as Your Majesty's blade
to keep the noble families in check.
He and Princess Pingyue
seem to be deeply in love.
But in reality,
it's a means for him
to manipulate Princess Pingyue.
But now, who manipulates whom
between those two?
If Pei Wenxuan truly loved
Princess Pingyue, what would happen?
What do you think would happen?
Keep going.
What if
Princess Pingyue were loyal
to the Crown Prince
and the noble families?
In your opinion,
what should we do, then?
In my opinion,
keeping a tiger around invites trouble.
Since the Prince Consort is devoted
to Princess Pingyue,
he might as well just be
an obedient prince consort.
If Princess Pingyue turns out
to be a tiger in the future,
you will be able to get rid of her.
Pei Wenxuan,
what are you doing here?
I'm waiting for you.
Great timing.
Take a look at this.
Where did you get it?
Hongde gave this to me.
Didn't you write this?
No.
Someone forged my handwriting
and set up a situation for you to judge
while distracting you
with Daoist Hongde's matters
so
you'd overlook other matters.
They must be after something else then.
I guess they already planned
to abandon Daoist Hongde long ago.
Even Consort Rou
had anticipated to be suppressed by me.
Their goal is to make us admit
that this talisman belongs to us.
What exactly is this talisman for?
It's a talisman made by an abbot
in the Matchmaking Temple
in the east of the city.
To request one, you must bathe, fast,
and recite scriptures
for forty-nine days to make a wish.
The meaning of this talisman
is for two people on the charm
to form a three-lifetime bond
and be bound in life and death.
I was too careless.
Your Highness,
I'm not surprised you failed this time.
After all, no one can take precautions
against hidden attacks from those
who were once close to us.
I should have been more careful.
Don't be angry with me.
I won't be angry.
But what should we do now?
After Father sees this talisman,
he probably won't believe
what you said before.
If we don't do something,
we'll meet our end
before Chuan ascends the throne.
It's all right.
There will always be a way.
Do you have any ideas?
Su Rongqing's move was too aggressive.
He cut off my sources
and ruined my foundation completely.
This talisman
is Father's most handy weapon.
But these pieces of evidence now
will only raise Father's suspicions.
Knowing Father's temperament,
he'll definitely test you again.
When that time comes,
you must demonstrate loyalty
as required.
Understand?
What do you mean?
Are you saying that,
if necessary,
you would divorce me?
Exactly.
First, we interfered with the promotion
in the Ministry of Personnel.
Then, Hongde revealed
my relationship with Chuan.
Now, this talisman has appeared.
Father will definitely be suspicious.
No.
I absolutely won't divorce you.
Show your loyalty to Father.
Our divorce may not necessarily
be divorce for real.
Even if Father
really orders us to divorce,
our feelings
aren't something
a marriage contract can decide.
Are you saying
whether we are husband and wife
doesn't matter at all?
I never said that.
Then, what do you mean?
There seems to be no other way now.
If you don't do this,
you may lose the position
of Vice Minister of Personnel.
We cannot divorce because of that.
I won't be
the Vice Minister of Personnel, then.
It's not just about being
the Vice Minister of Personnel.
You might never hold
any position with real power again.
You might not even get to be
an investigating censor.
It's fine if I'm not
the Vice Minister of Personnel,
an investigating censor,
or even the Grand Chancellor.
Whether I hold office or not
doesn't matter to me.
I just don't want to divorce you.
Then what are you going to do
if you don't hold any position?
Return to Luzhou to row boats
and pick lotus seeds?
Now you get to relive your life,
do you want to achieve nothing again?
Listen to me.
Relationships require qualifications.
You and Chuan's biggest problem
is that when you lack ability,
you crave things you shouldn't.
When have I desired that I shouldn't?
I just hope my wife won't give up
on our marriage like I do.
Is that something I shouldn't desire?
Pei Wenxuan, you're panicking.
You're scared.
You don't trust me.
If you trusted me a little more
and believed in yourself a little more,
you would agree with me.
Fine.
If you really want to divorce me,
I don't care anymore.
I can fulfill your wish.
What do you mean by "my wish"?
But listen, Li Rong.
It's not that I don't trust you.
It's that you haven't shown me
the respect I deserve.
Every time you make a decision,
you choose power
without hesitating at all.
Have you ever considered my feelings?
Have you ever thought of me?
No, you haven't.
If you insist on thinking like this,
there's nothing more
for me to say to you.
Fine.
All right. No problem.
If you don't want to hold office,
then don't.
If you want to get killed,
then go ahead.
If you're willing to lose
to Su Rongqing,
I don't mind.
Do you think I care about you that much?
I just want to tell you
that love is useless in this situation.
The future is important.
But it's all right.
You figure it out on your own.
I'm not coming back tonight.
If you don't come back,
I'll write the divorce letter now.
Go ahead.
I'll go and drink on a showboat now.
I'll have eight or ten handsome men
keep me company.
If you don't divorce me tomorrow,
you're a coward.
Your Highness,
where are you going?
I'm going to the lake to find a boat
and go to Nanfeng House
to find the most handsome man.
It would be best
if he could play some instrument.
Your Highness, are you serious?
The most important thing now
is to find a solution,
not to argue with Li Rong.
Young Master,
bad news.
The Princess went to the lake,
rented a showboat,
and called many men
from Nanfeng House.
Nothing major will happen
with so many people there.
How could you say that?
You can't allow the Princess
to act recklessly.
When there's a first time,
there will be a second time.
There may be many people this time.
What if there are fewer next time?
Get out.
What?
I said, get out.
Young Master
Did I not make myself clear enough?
This is so frustrating.
You want to divorce me?
Yes.
Have you ever cared about me at all?
No, you haven't.
Do you think I care about you that much?
I just want to tell you
that love is useless in this situation.
The future is important.
Pei Wenxuan, are you all right?
I'm waiting for you in the palace.
If you don't come back,
I may think it's fine.
But I'll still be afraid.
Forget it.
This letter can't be sent out anyway.
I'll tell you the truth.
How could I be fine
if you don't come back?
Pei Wenxuan,
I regret letting you leave Huajing.
I'm fine without the Inspectorate Office.
If you don't come back,
where should I look for you?
Pei Wenxuan, they all say you're dead.
But I don't believe it.
They wouldn't know
how capable and clever you are.
How could those people
in high places understand
the amazing resilience of tender grass
growing through rocks?
Moreover, I'm still waiting
for you in Huajing.
Pei Wenxuan, do you have no heart?
Li Rong is not like ordinary girls
who talk openly about emotions.
Even in letters,
she rarely mentions it.
But she set up an ambush
at the Butterfly Gorge
to get back at those
who tried to assassinate you
and take out Xie Lanqing.
She would even try to please you
by asking for favors everywhere
only to get you a position
as the secretary of examinations.
How can you say she only loves power?
It looks so pretty.
What did you wish for?
Let's go.
There's another one there.
It looks so beautiful.
How beautiful!
Come on, let's go set one off too.
All right.
Let's pick a red one.
All right.
Slow down. Don't run.
Your Highness, all the best places
to see lanterns today
have been reserved
by various families in advance,
and their servants
have marked out the spots.
We came late,
leaving us and the common people
on the same lake.
It might be a bit noisy.
Your Highness, please don't be angry.
It's all right. Just make sure
you have the men I want.
Yes, Your Highness.
- Greetings, Miss.
- Greetings, Miss.
Everyone, please rise.
- Thank you, Miss.
- Thank you, Miss.
Those who can play the qin, play.
Those who can sing, sing.
Those who can dance, dance.
If you know none of these,
you can enjoy yourselves
so long as you can liven things up.
- Yes, Miss.
- Yes, Miss.
Miss, shall I massage your shoulders?
Shall I massage your legs?
Speaking of which
No, thanks.
Miss, is this all right?
You don't have to do this.
After retiring from office
and returning to his hometown
News of me boarding this showboat
will reach the palace tomorrow.
If Pei Wenxuan calms down,
he will explain
to Father
that we aren't as close as he thinks.
If he can't calm down,
he probably wants a divorce.
I'm the Earth Deity
of the county where you resigned
That would be good.
So he won't ruin his future.
Then why are you here?
I saw the Earth Deity staring blankly
at the county magistrate.
Your land
has been blown away by your bragging.
So I had to follow you here.
That's a good story.
Go and get your reward later.
Thank you, Miss.
If you like it,
how about I perform a magic trick?
A magic trick?
I've been entrusted by someone
to entertain you today.
Entrusted by someone?
Please watch, Miss.
At this moment,
this box is empty.
Please watch closely.
There's nothing.
Awesome.
Incredible.
That's amazing.
It's been a while.
Are you satisfied
with the special surprise
prepared just for you?
You can leave now.
Leave.
Leave now.
Both of you, hurry up.
I'm coming.
Jinglan.
Your Highness.
I know Her Highness has invited people
from Nanfeng House.
I'm not here to cause trouble.
Where is she?
I won't ask the second time.
The boat has already set sail.
Which one?
Tell me!
The one in the middle of the lake,
with flowers painted on it.
A double-decker boat.
Mister, where's my boat?
Sir,
why are you alone?
Weren't you supposed
to bring your wife along?
Enough talking. Take me there.
This way, please.
Please keep trouble out.
What are you doing here?
I've been wanting to speak with you
for a long time, Your Highness.
But I've never had the chance.
I saw you at the lakeside today.
So, I mingled with the crowd
and boarded this boat.
I didn't expect it
to be a banquet hosted by you.
Your lifestyle
has truly broadened my horizons.
Why aren't you bowing,
knowing I'm the Princess?
You don't want to reveal your identity.
So I'm just following your wishes.
Stop the nonsense.
What do you want from me?
I want to ask you for a favor.
I want to seek justice
for a friend of mine, Chen Houzhao,
from Qingcheng Academy.
What kind of justice
do you need help with from me?
Chen Houzhao is an old friend of mine
who is very talented.
This time in the imperial examination,
he topped the provincial examination
and was supposed to participate
in the metropolitan
civil service exam as a candidate.
But the local squire, Xiao Pingzhang,
colluded with the authorities
to take away his spot
and let his own son, Xiao Shunwen,
take his place and opportunity instead.
My friend traveled
to the capital to appeal.
But he was chased
and attacked along the way.
When he finally reached the capital,
no official was willing
to hear his case.
I have long heard of your reputation.
I know that you're righteous and fair.
I hope you can seek justice
for my friend.
Thank you, Eunuch Fu.
I brewed this calming soup myself.
It's your favorite.
Please drink it and rest early.
Thank you.
Do you think
you can get no benefit in this case?
Why?
Do you have something to offer?
Most of the things I can offer you
aren't to your liking,
except for one thing.
But it depends on if you want it.
Tell me.
You hold a high position
and great power.
Tonight, wouldn't it be lacking
a guest of honor
while enjoying a boat ride?
If you don't mind,
I am willing to offer myself
as a companion for the night.
Cui Yulang.
A special guest offering
as a bed partner, huh?
You're unbelievable.
No, Prince Consort! Let me explain!
Stay still!
You'd better stand still!
Look over there!
Pei Wenxuan!
Let's go.
What are you doing?
Move aside!
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan,
where are you taking me?
What are you doing?
Stop acting like a mad person.
Calm down a bit.
Pei Wenxuan is a sensible person.
He won't lose his mind
even if he's being mad.
Even if he goes crazy tonight
and wants to die with me,
there will be a proper way to do it.
Why did you come here
late at night
instead of writing the divorce letter
at home?
Could it be
that after thinking it through,
you've realized
you're a despicable person
who can't bear to part with me?
Make haste if you have something to say.
Many men are waiting for me.
You want to go back, right?
In your dreams.
No, not even in your dreams.
From now on,
stay at the Princess's Mansion
and be a good wife.
Pei Wenxuan.
Row the boat back.
Go back yourself.
Go.
All right.
I thought you were good at swimming.
You can swim back.
You can do it.
What is wrong with you?
What did Cui Yulang mean just now?
Exactly what you heard.
Can't you say something nice to me?
What do you mean by something nice?
Can't you explain to me
what you're thinking?
Is it that difficult?
I am speaking my mind.
Didn't you say
I never had you in my heart?
I just wanted to come out and have fun.
I rented the showboat
and I invited those men.
You know what Cui Yulang meant.
He volunteered to be a bed partner.
What's wrong? Are you upset?
If you're upset,
go back and write the divorce letter.
Or you can go to Chunfeng House
and find some pretty girls.
Why bother coming here
to vent your frustration on me?
How can you humiliate me like this?
Yes, I am humiliating you.
What can you do about that?
Say it again.
I'm humiliating you, so
What are you doing?
Let go of me!
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan.
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan, are you crazy?
What is wrong with you?
You shameless scum!
How dare you do this to me!
You're so disrespectful!
You're an old animal and a scum!
You're humiliating me!
Don't come near me! Don't touch me!
- I'm sorry.
- Let go of me!
Pei Wenxuan.
I've read the letters. The letters
you wrote at the Beiyan Pagoda.
I know.
I know you still care about me.
I also know you still like me.
I misunderstood you.
♪If the past was caught
in the turbulent waves of the storm♪
But I was really angry.
I was angry at myself.
♪Will there be arms to hold me
in this lifetime?♪
Why didn't I realize
your feelings earlier?
I should have trusted you.
I should have faith
in your feelings for me.
But I
♪Tossed about in the waves,
unable to escape♪
Li Rong, I'll also get sad.
I'll also get jealous.
♪Guides me through the worldly remnants
of old dreams♪
I'm not that generous.
♪Wrapped in the wind's embrace♪
I don't like
having other men around you.
What I hate even more
is your readiness
to leave me at any moment.
Can't you say
that you care about me too?
♪Allowing you and me to dock safely♪
All right.
Forgive me.
♪I'm fortunate to have met you♪
I don't want this either.
♪It is your tenderness♪
I don't want
to make myself so embarrassed.
♪That makes me willing
to set aside my pride♪
Forgive me.
♪Even if the world falls into my grasp♪
♪Your eyes would still captivate me♪
♪I'll stay by your side
till the end of time♪
I never said I only wanted power.
Between power and you,
I never said power was more important.
I just wanted to find a foolproof way
to protect us.
That's why I mentioned divorce.
Because I knew
Su Rongqing was plotting against you.
I couldn't let you fall into his trap.
Maybe I'm not as pure-hearted as you,
so I think nothing related to feelings
can be traded.
But I'm not heartless.
I also give,
care, and have feelings for people.
I just think
if I like someone,
I want him to have a good life.
♪Guides me through the worldly remnants
of old dreams♪
Even if he's not with me,
as long as he's doing well
♪Wrapped in the wind's embrace♪
it'll be all right with me.
♪Hidden in my sleeves♪
But you all think
that I only care about power
and that I'm cold and indifferent.
♪Lighting up the misty sea tower♪
So, both you and Chuan think
saying anything won't hurt me.
♪In this long and arduous journey♪
But that's not true.
♪I'm fortunate to have met you♪
I also care.
♪It is your tenderness♪
I hope that if I'm good to someone
♪Even if the world falls into my grasp♪
he can appreciate me,
like me,
and accept me.
I also hope that the person I like
will always like me,
no matter how annoying
♪May we stay together in dreams♪
or ugly I am.
♪With the starry sky as our bed
and our embraces as our quilt♪
I know this is selfish.
But I can't help it.
♪We will journey through life together
until the very end♪
♪Ever-growing fireworks♪
I think
♪Let time slip by♪
♪For with you, each moment is timeless♪
I've fallen for you again.
But I just like you.
What can I do?
Then, like me.
Li Rong, I can change for you.
I just hope
you can be honest with me.
Whatever it takes
I hope to be with you.
♪Who gazes at the sky from afar?♪
♪Who gazes at the sky from afar?♪
♪In the night's chill breeze♪
♪What is she singing for?♪
♪The wind caresses the hills♪
♪The wind causes ripples on calm water♪
♪Moonlight graces passing souls♪
♪Her steps get slower and slower♪
♪She's trod a lengthy path♪
♪Memories lost then found♪
♪Gazing idly as clouds roll by♪
♪She holds a red candle♪
♪To brave the thick fog♪
♪Life can be bitter sometimes♪
♪Experience it with grace♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Neither warmth nor cold will last♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪The moon is reflected in her eyes♪
♪In her gaze,
the unwavering faith remains♪
[The Princess Royal]
[Adapted from Mo Shu Bai's novel,
The Princess Royal on jjwxc.net]
[This is a work of fiction.]
[Episode 25]
Did you talk to Hongde
after you came back?
No.
Neither of us has talked to him.
So he was ordered to falsely accuse us.
But with Consort Rou's capability,
she isn't smart enough
to devise this plan.
It's probably Su Rongqing
who's behind Consort Rou.
Are you suggesting?
Your Highness.
Mr. Su?
What are you doing here?
The Crown Prince's wedding is near.
The Ministry of Justice
is responsible for security.
So, it has been quite busy.
As for me,
I was just planning to take a stroll
in the Imperial Garden
while on duty.
I didn't expect
to meet you here.
I'm here to relax
and also think about Chuan's wedding.
Chuan's wedding is approaching.
But he's been sad.
I'm not sure
if his marriage
with the Shangguan Family
is good or bad for him.
It seems like everyone,
including myself,
is pushing him to make a choice.
Have you considered postponing
the Crown Prince's wedding
to give him more time to decide,
Your Highness?
That's an option.
But
the imperial court attaches
great importance
to the Crown Prince's wedding.
It's not something we can easily change.
If that's the case,
I do have a solution.
I remember
you only mentioned it to me back then
and didn't take further action.
As for the matter of using Hongde
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding,
no one would know about this.
Besides, we didn't even
go to Hongde this time.
But Su Rongqing took preemptive action
by using Hongde.
More importantly,
how did he know
about your intention
to postpone the wedding?
That's the problem.
This excuse is exactly
the same as what I thought before.
Why use this reason
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding?
And in this new life,
he seems to know everything in advance.
Is it all just a coincidence?
So you are saying
- Su Rongqing has also returned.
- Su Rongqing has also returned.
[I wish to see you, hopefully,
in the peach blossom season next year.]
Your Highness,
I have endured silently
because fate has played a trick on me,
forcing me
to choose
between my beloved family and you.
I can only avoid tragedy
for the Su Family
and stabilize the situation
before proposing marriage.
Your Highness,
do you understand
my intentions?
My longing is so deep
that it never ceases
throughout days and nights.
I wish to see you, hopefully,
during the peach blossom season
next year.
Why did a heavenly being
end up in the mortal world?
If you don't want those books,
they will belong
to someone else tomorrow.
Those books are too precious.
I'm powerless.
So I don't deserve to own them now.
If one day in the future,
I can
I see now.
He actually hid it from us for so long.
I wondered why he didn't dare
to marry me before.
Now, it all makes sense.
Rong.
What I fear
isn't that Su Rongqing
is as prescient as we are
or takes actions before we do.
What I fear
is the relationship
between you and Su Rongqing,
where I was cast aside
for seventeen years.
I am confident I can win against
the current Su Rongqing.
But what if it's the Su Rongqing
who had been with you
for seventeen years?
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Don't overthink it.
Su Rongqing is just
an old acquaintance to me.
You know
my heart belongs to you.
This has nothing to do with anyone else.
You are my wife.
Yes, I am.
May I know who you?
We're from the Inspectorate Office
under Princess Pingyue's order
to conduct an investigation.
Please ask Daoist Hongde to come out.
Sir,
someone took Daoist Hongde
into the palace a few days ago.
It's just as Her Highness suspected
that he's in the palace now.
Sorry for disturbing you.
We need to report this matter
to Her Highness promptly.
Yes, sir.
Young Master,
the Princess has entered the palace.
Take this over
and say
the prey has appeared.
Yes, Young Master.
Your Highness.
What is this?
This was sent by Mr. Su
to be handed to Daoist Hongde.
[Chou hour, 19th day, Renshen]
He said
[7th month, the 6th year of Yongning Era]
we can't keep
[Wei hour, 11th day, Gengwu 4th month,]
Daoist Hongde
[the 4th year of Yongning Era]
anymore.
The most important thing now
is to prevent Pei Wenxuan from becoming
the Vice Minister of Personnel.
Mr. Su is indeed resourceful.
If only we had
someone this wise in the Xiao Family.
Go.
Pass this to Daoist Hongde in secret
and tell him to say so.
Yes, Your Highness.
Greetings, Father.
Rise.
I heard
you came to the palace
to arrest someone.
Yes, Father.
Upon receiving multiple reports,
I have been investigating reports
alleging that Daoist Hongde
of the Qingfeng Taoist Temple
has committed many atrocities
under the guise of a Daoist.
I began investigating him
and have collected evidence
over the past three months.
Now, I've got solid evidence.
So I went to the Qingfeng Taoist Temple
to arrest him.
I didn't expect him
to have entered the palace.
Father, have you heard any slander?
Well, nothing slanderous.
But there was an interesting incident.
Interesting incident?
Someone said
you made Hongde lie
to postpone the Crown Prince's wedding.
Is there such a thing?
Postponing Chuan's wedding?
Father,
put aside whether I did such a thing.
As a Daoist,
how could he have an impact
on the Crown Prince's wedding date?
Father, you don't believe me?
Well, I do.
I just heard
that this so-called Daoist Hongde
has quite a reputation
among the common people.
With just any prophecy,
he can gain a lot of support.
If he indeed said
that the Crown Prince should not marry
in the coming years,
many people would believe it.
Then to align with
what the general populace desires,
Chuan's wedding
would have to be postponed.
Father,
I do not understand
why he would slander me.
Since you say he slandered you,
we'll summon him here
so that you can confront each other
face-to-face.
All right.
Young Master, I have brought her here.
Do you know what to say?
Sir,
he had already explained it to me
while we were on the way.
Send her to the palace.
Yes, Young Master.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Rise.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Rou, Pingyue said
Hongde committed an offense
and came to the palace to arrest him.
I shall let you clarify
the misunderstanding here in person.
Upon hearing the news,
I came together with Daoist Hongde.
I invited him here.
If there is no misunderstanding,
Princess Pingyue should take him away.
Hongde.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You said that people
from the Princess's Mansion
consulted with you
about the Crown Prince's marriage.
Do you have any evidence?
Your Majesty,
these are talisman papers
delivered to me
by people from the Princess's Mansion.
They were specifically instructed
by the Prince Consort.
It includes
the birth charts of the Princess
and the Prince Consort,
personally written by the Prince Consort
and sent together
with the Crown Prince's birth charts.
I agreed to it
and have just finished
drawing the symbols.
I was just about to send them back
to the Princess's Mansion.
Pingyue, take a look too.
On your wedding,
I've seen your charts.
What's your explanation?
I have nothing to explain.
This really
is Pei Wenxuan's handwriting.
Father,
I am investigating his case.
How could I possibly believe him
and go to him for a fortune-telling?
Could it be Pei Wenxuan
went to Hongde before?
That shouldn't be.
It's really hard to say
whether it's true or false.
Why don't I take the talisman back
and check the handwriting?
Then, we will know.
This talisman paper is used
by ordinary Taoist temples.
What does it matter
whether to check it or not?
What do you mean by that, Your Highness?
The paper used by Qingfeng Taoist Temple
is supplied by the imperial court.
It has a unique fragrance.
But this paper doesn't have that.
It's obviously
from an ordinary Taoist temple.
I wonder where you stole it from?
Or
you were not using
Qingfeng Taoist Temple's paper
but went to other temples
to get talisman paper
for drawing symbols?
Well
Your Majesty, I
Father,
this should be the time
when the Prince Consort
went for an outing
and got it casually.
I almost forgot about it.
I just don't know why Daoist Hongde
wants to frame us.
I I
Your Majesty,
I'm telling the truth.
Your Majesty, I swear
that there's not a word of falsehood.
Haven't you been telling a lot of lies,
Wang Caishan?
Wang Caishan
is from Qingshui Town
and used to be a mountebank
in the market as a fortune teller.
Later, he got into an argument,
fought with someone,
and committed murder.
So he abandoned his wife
and his mother to wander around.
Then, he claimed to be the one
who had attained the Tao,
swindling others for decades.
Finally, he managed to join
Qingfeng Taoist Temple.
What are you talking about,
Your Highness?
I do not understand one bit.
Actually, I also brought a witness here.
Summon the witness.
Bring Mrs. Wang in.
This This is simply inexplicable.
Greetings, Your Majesty.
Rise and speak.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
Tell me. Do you recognize this person?
Dear.
You're still alive!
Madam. Madam, please watch your manners.
What
You called me "Madam"?
It turns out nothing happened to you.
You just didn't want to come back home!
You're so evil, Wang Caishan.
What are you talking about?
I've taken care of your mother
for over ten years.
You scoundrel! Today, I'll
Enough!
Someone!
Your Majesty.
Take them away.
Your Majesty, Your Majesty!
This is
Your Majesty,
I only heard
about his profound Daoist skills,
nothing else.
Never mind.
Take them away.
Your Majesty, I'm innocent.
Your Majesty, I'm innocent.
This
Father, I request to bring Hongde back
to the Inspectorate Office
for further questioning.
Permission granted.
I'll take my leave.
You shrew!
You fool!
[Hanqiu Palace]
You've ruined my future!
You scum.
What more future do you want?
They all say men are heartless.
I finally understand it's true.
You shrew, you
All I know is you're just a scum.
Wait until we're out of the palace,
I'll make you suffer.
You darn shrew.
What was the talisman paper
with Pei Wenxuan's birth charts
and mine used for?
Was it really handwritten
by Pei Wenxuan?
What else do you have to say?
I know nothing more should be said
about this matter.
But I worry for you
and can't help but say more.
Your Majesty, do you know
what kind of talisman
Daoist Hongde had with him?
It's for love to be lasted
for three lifetimes
and for loved ones
not to be separated by death.
The talisman paper was written
by the Prince Consort himself.
It also means
it was the Prince Consort
who asked for the talisman.
Your Majesty,
how many men in this world
are so deeply in love with their wives?
One lifetime is not enough.
They vow to be together
across three lifetimes.
I remember you once said
that Pei Wenxuan
is from a humble family.
He serves as Your Majesty's blade
to keep the noble families in check.
He and Princess Pingyue
seem to be deeply in love.
But in reality,
it's a means for him
to manipulate Princess Pingyue.
But now, who manipulates whom
between those two?
If Pei Wenxuan truly loved
Princess Pingyue, what would happen?
What do you think would happen?
Keep going.
What if
Princess Pingyue were loyal
to the Crown Prince
and the noble families?
In your opinion,
what should we do, then?
In my opinion,
keeping a tiger around invites trouble.
Since the Prince Consort is devoted
to Princess Pingyue,
he might as well just be
an obedient prince consort.
If Princess Pingyue turns out
to be a tiger in the future,
you will be able to get rid of her.
Pei Wenxuan,
what are you doing here?
I'm waiting for you.
Great timing.
Take a look at this.
Where did you get it?
Hongde gave this to me.
Didn't you write this?
No.
Someone forged my handwriting
and set up a situation for you to judge
while distracting you
with Daoist Hongde's matters
so
you'd overlook other matters.
They must be after something else then.
I guess they already planned
to abandon Daoist Hongde long ago.
Even Consort Rou
had anticipated to be suppressed by me.
Their goal is to make us admit
that this talisman belongs to us.
What exactly is this talisman for?
It's a talisman made by an abbot
in the Matchmaking Temple
in the east of the city.
To request one, you must bathe, fast,
and recite scriptures
for forty-nine days to make a wish.
The meaning of this talisman
is for two people on the charm
to form a three-lifetime bond
and be bound in life and death.
I was too careless.
Your Highness,
I'm not surprised you failed this time.
After all, no one can take precautions
against hidden attacks from those
who were once close to us.
I should have been more careful.
Don't be angry with me.
I won't be angry.
But what should we do now?
After Father sees this talisman,
he probably won't believe
what you said before.
If we don't do something,
we'll meet our end
before Chuan ascends the throne.
It's all right.
There will always be a way.
Do you have any ideas?
Su Rongqing's move was too aggressive.
He cut off my sources
and ruined my foundation completely.
This talisman
is Father's most handy weapon.
But these pieces of evidence now
will only raise Father's suspicions.
Knowing Father's temperament,
he'll definitely test you again.
When that time comes,
you must demonstrate loyalty
as required.
Understand?
What do you mean?
Are you saying that,
if necessary,
you would divorce me?
Exactly.
First, we interfered with the promotion
in the Ministry of Personnel.
Then, Hongde revealed
my relationship with Chuan.
Now, this talisman has appeared.
Father will definitely be suspicious.
No.
I absolutely won't divorce you.
Show your loyalty to Father.
Our divorce may not necessarily
be divorce for real.
Even if Father
really orders us to divorce,
our feelings
aren't something
a marriage contract can decide.
Are you saying
whether we are husband and wife
doesn't matter at all?
I never said that.
Then, what do you mean?
There seems to be no other way now.
If you don't do this,
you may lose the position
of Vice Minister of Personnel.
We cannot divorce because of that.
I won't be
the Vice Minister of Personnel, then.
It's not just about being
the Vice Minister of Personnel.
You might never hold
any position with real power again.
You might not even get to be
an investigating censor.
It's fine if I'm not
the Vice Minister of Personnel,
an investigating censor,
or even the Grand Chancellor.
Whether I hold office or not
doesn't matter to me.
I just don't want to divorce you.
Then what are you going to do
if you don't hold any position?
Return to Luzhou to row boats
and pick lotus seeds?
Now you get to relive your life,
do you want to achieve nothing again?
Listen to me.
Relationships require qualifications.
You and Chuan's biggest problem
is that when you lack ability,
you crave things you shouldn't.
When have I desired that I shouldn't?
I just hope my wife won't give up
on our marriage like I do.
Is that something I shouldn't desire?
Pei Wenxuan, you're panicking.
You're scared.
You don't trust me.
If you trusted me a little more
and believed in yourself a little more,
you would agree with me.
Fine.
If you really want to divorce me,
I don't care anymore.
I can fulfill your wish.
What do you mean by "my wish"?
But listen, Li Rong.
It's not that I don't trust you.
It's that you haven't shown me
the respect I deserve.
Every time you make a decision,
you choose power
without hesitating at all.
Have you ever considered my feelings?
Have you ever thought of me?
No, you haven't.
If you insist on thinking like this,
there's nothing more
for me to say to you.
Fine.
All right. No problem.
If you don't want to hold office,
then don't.
If you want to get killed,
then go ahead.
If you're willing to lose
to Su Rongqing,
I don't mind.
Do you think I care about you that much?
I just want to tell you
that love is useless in this situation.
The future is important.
But it's all right.
You figure it out on your own.
I'm not coming back tonight.
If you don't come back,
I'll write the divorce letter now.
Go ahead.
I'll go and drink on a showboat now.
I'll have eight or ten handsome men
keep me company.
If you don't divorce me tomorrow,
you're a coward.
Your Highness,
where are you going?
I'm going to the lake to find a boat
and go to Nanfeng House
to find the most handsome man.
It would be best
if he could play some instrument.
Your Highness, are you serious?
The most important thing now
is to find a solution,
not to argue with Li Rong.
Young Master,
bad news.
The Princess went to the lake,
rented a showboat,
and called many men
from Nanfeng House.
Nothing major will happen
with so many people there.
How could you say that?
You can't allow the Princess
to act recklessly.
When there's a first time,
there will be a second time.
There may be many people this time.
What if there are fewer next time?
Get out.
What?
I said, get out.
Young Master
Did I not make myself clear enough?
This is so frustrating.
You want to divorce me?
Yes.
Have you ever cared about me at all?
No, you haven't.
Do you think I care about you that much?
I just want to tell you
that love is useless in this situation.
The future is important.
Pei Wenxuan, are you all right?
I'm waiting for you in the palace.
If you don't come back,
I may think it's fine.
But I'll still be afraid.
Forget it.
This letter can't be sent out anyway.
I'll tell you the truth.
How could I be fine
if you don't come back?
Pei Wenxuan,
I regret letting you leave Huajing.
I'm fine without the Inspectorate Office.
If you don't come back,
where should I look for you?
Pei Wenxuan, they all say you're dead.
But I don't believe it.
They wouldn't know
how capable and clever you are.
How could those people
in high places understand
the amazing resilience of tender grass
growing through rocks?
Moreover, I'm still waiting
for you in Huajing.
Pei Wenxuan, do you have no heart?
Li Rong is not like ordinary girls
who talk openly about emotions.
Even in letters,
she rarely mentions it.
But she set up an ambush
at the Butterfly Gorge
to get back at those
who tried to assassinate you
and take out Xie Lanqing.
She would even try to please you
by asking for favors everywhere
only to get you a position
as the secretary of examinations.
How can you say she only loves power?
It looks so pretty.
What did you wish for?
Let's go.
There's another one there.
It looks so beautiful.
How beautiful!
Come on, let's go set one off too.
All right.
Let's pick a red one.
All right.
Slow down. Don't run.
Your Highness, all the best places
to see lanterns today
have been reserved
by various families in advance,
and their servants
have marked out the spots.
We came late,
leaving us and the common people
on the same lake.
It might be a bit noisy.
Your Highness, please don't be angry.
It's all right. Just make sure
you have the men I want.
Yes, Your Highness.
- Greetings, Miss.
- Greetings, Miss.
Everyone, please rise.
- Thank you, Miss.
- Thank you, Miss.
Those who can play the qin, play.
Those who can sing, sing.
Those who can dance, dance.
If you know none of these,
you can enjoy yourselves
so long as you can liven things up.
- Yes, Miss.
- Yes, Miss.
Miss, shall I massage your shoulders?
Shall I massage your legs?
Speaking of which
No, thanks.
Miss, is this all right?
You don't have to do this.
After retiring from office
and returning to his hometown
News of me boarding this showboat
will reach the palace tomorrow.
If Pei Wenxuan calms down,
he will explain
to Father
that we aren't as close as he thinks.
If he can't calm down,
he probably wants a divorce.
I'm the Earth Deity
of the county where you resigned
That would be good.
So he won't ruin his future.
Then why are you here?
I saw the Earth Deity staring blankly
at the county magistrate.
Your land
has been blown away by your bragging.
So I had to follow you here.
That's a good story.
Go and get your reward later.
Thank you, Miss.
If you like it,
how about I perform a magic trick?
A magic trick?
I've been entrusted by someone
to entertain you today.
Entrusted by someone?
Please watch, Miss.
At this moment,
this box is empty.
Please watch closely.
There's nothing.
Awesome.
Incredible.
That's amazing.
It's been a while.
Are you satisfied
with the special surprise
prepared just for you?
You can leave now.
Leave.
Leave now.
Both of you, hurry up.
I'm coming.
Jinglan.
Your Highness.
I know Her Highness has invited people
from Nanfeng House.
I'm not here to cause trouble.
Where is she?
I won't ask the second time.
The boat has already set sail.
Which one?
Tell me!
The one in the middle of the lake,
with flowers painted on it.
A double-decker boat.
Mister, where's my boat?
Sir,
why are you alone?
Weren't you supposed
to bring your wife along?
Enough talking. Take me there.
This way, please.
Please keep trouble out.
What are you doing here?
I've been wanting to speak with you
for a long time, Your Highness.
But I've never had the chance.
I saw you at the lakeside today.
So, I mingled with the crowd
and boarded this boat.
I didn't expect it
to be a banquet hosted by you.
Your lifestyle
has truly broadened my horizons.
Why aren't you bowing,
knowing I'm the Princess?
You don't want to reveal your identity.
So I'm just following your wishes.
Stop the nonsense.
What do you want from me?
I want to ask you for a favor.
I want to seek justice
for a friend of mine, Chen Houzhao,
from Qingcheng Academy.
What kind of justice
do you need help with from me?
Chen Houzhao is an old friend of mine
who is very talented.
This time in the imperial examination,
he topped the provincial examination
and was supposed to participate
in the metropolitan
civil service exam as a candidate.
But the local squire, Xiao Pingzhang,
colluded with the authorities
to take away his spot
and let his own son, Xiao Shunwen,
take his place and opportunity instead.
My friend traveled
to the capital to appeal.
But he was chased
and attacked along the way.
When he finally reached the capital,
no official was willing
to hear his case.
I have long heard of your reputation.
I know that you're righteous and fair.
I hope you can seek justice
for my friend.
Thank you, Eunuch Fu.
I brewed this calming soup myself.
It's your favorite.
Please drink it and rest early.
Thank you.
Do you think
you can get no benefit in this case?
Why?
Do you have something to offer?
Most of the things I can offer you
aren't to your liking,
except for one thing.
But it depends on if you want it.
Tell me.
You hold a high position
and great power.
Tonight, wouldn't it be lacking
a guest of honor
while enjoying a boat ride?
If you don't mind,
I am willing to offer myself
as a companion for the night.
Cui Yulang.
A special guest offering
as a bed partner, huh?
You're unbelievable.
No, Prince Consort! Let me explain!
Stay still!
You'd better stand still!
Look over there!
Pei Wenxuan!
Let's go.
What are you doing?
Move aside!
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan,
where are you taking me?
What are you doing?
Stop acting like a mad person.
Calm down a bit.
Pei Wenxuan is a sensible person.
He won't lose his mind
even if he's being mad.
Even if he goes crazy tonight
and wants to die with me,
there will be a proper way to do it.
Why did you come here
late at night
instead of writing the divorce letter
at home?
Could it be
that after thinking it through,
you've realized
you're a despicable person
who can't bear to part with me?
Make haste if you have something to say.
Many men are waiting for me.
You want to go back, right?
In your dreams.
No, not even in your dreams.
From now on,
stay at the Princess's Mansion
and be a good wife.
Pei Wenxuan.
Row the boat back.
Go back yourself.
Go.
All right.
I thought you were good at swimming.
You can swim back.
You can do it.
What is wrong with you?
What did Cui Yulang mean just now?
Exactly what you heard.
Can't you say something nice to me?
What do you mean by something nice?
Can't you explain to me
what you're thinking?
Is it that difficult?
I am speaking my mind.
Didn't you say
I never had you in my heart?
I just wanted to come out and have fun.
I rented the showboat
and I invited those men.
You know what Cui Yulang meant.
He volunteered to be a bed partner.
What's wrong? Are you upset?
If you're upset,
go back and write the divorce letter.
Or you can go to Chunfeng House
and find some pretty girls.
Why bother coming here
to vent your frustration on me?
How can you humiliate me like this?
Yes, I am humiliating you.
What can you do about that?
Say it again.
I'm humiliating you, so
What are you doing?
Let go of me!
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan.
What are you doing?
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan.
Pei Wenxuan, are you crazy?
What is wrong with you?
You shameless scum!
How dare you do this to me!
You're so disrespectful!
You're an old animal and a scum!
You're humiliating me!
Don't come near me! Don't touch me!
- I'm sorry.
- Let go of me!
Pei Wenxuan.
I've read the letters. The letters
you wrote at the Beiyan Pagoda.
I know.
I know you still care about me.
I also know you still like me.
I misunderstood you.
♪If the past was caught
in the turbulent waves of the storm♪
But I was really angry.
I was angry at myself.
♪Will there be arms to hold me
in this lifetime?♪
Why didn't I realize
your feelings earlier?
I should have trusted you.
I should have faith
in your feelings for me.
But I
♪Tossed about in the waves,
unable to escape♪
Li Rong, I'll also get sad.
I'll also get jealous.
♪Guides me through the worldly remnants
of old dreams♪
I'm not that generous.
♪Wrapped in the wind's embrace♪
I don't like
having other men around you.
What I hate even more
is your readiness
to leave me at any moment.
Can't you say
that you care about me too?
♪Allowing you and me to dock safely♪
All right.
Forgive me.
♪I'm fortunate to have met you♪
I don't want this either.
♪It is your tenderness♪
I don't want
to make myself so embarrassed.
♪That makes me willing
to set aside my pride♪
Forgive me.
♪Even if the world falls into my grasp♪
♪Your eyes would still captivate me♪
♪I'll stay by your side
till the end of time♪
I never said I only wanted power.
Between power and you,
I never said power was more important.
I just wanted to find a foolproof way
to protect us.
That's why I mentioned divorce.
Because I knew
Su Rongqing was plotting against you.
I couldn't let you fall into his trap.
Maybe I'm not as pure-hearted as you,
so I think nothing related to feelings
can be traded.
But I'm not heartless.
I also give,
care, and have feelings for people.
I just think
if I like someone,
I want him to have a good life.
♪Guides me through the worldly remnants
of old dreams♪
Even if he's not with me,
as long as he's doing well
♪Wrapped in the wind's embrace♪
it'll be all right with me.
♪Hidden in my sleeves♪
But you all think
that I only care about power
and that I'm cold and indifferent.
♪Lighting up the misty sea tower♪
So, both you and Chuan think
saying anything won't hurt me.
♪In this long and arduous journey♪
But that's not true.
♪I'm fortunate to have met you♪
I also care.
♪It is your tenderness♪
I hope that if I'm good to someone
♪Even if the world falls into my grasp♪
he can appreciate me,
like me,
and accept me.
I also hope that the person I like
will always like me,
no matter how annoying
♪May we stay together in dreams♪
or ugly I am.
♪With the starry sky as our bed
and our embraces as our quilt♪
I know this is selfish.
But I can't help it.
♪We will journey through life together
until the very end♪
♪Ever-growing fireworks♪
I think
♪Let time slip by♪
♪For with you, each moment is timeless♪
I've fallen for you again.
But I just like you.
What can I do?
Then, like me.
Li Rong, I can change for you.
I just hope
you can be honest with me.
Whatever it takes
I hope to be with you.
♪Who gazes at the sky from afar?♪
♪Who gazes at the sky from afar?♪
♪In the night's chill breeze♪
♪What is she singing for?♪
♪The wind caresses the hills♪
♪The wind causes ripples on calm water♪
♪Moonlight graces passing souls♪
♪Her steps get slower and slower♪
♪She's trod a lengthy path♪
♪Memories lost then found♪
♪Gazing idly as clouds roll by♪
♪She holds a red candle♪
♪To brave the thick fog♪
♪Life can be bitter sometimes♪
♪Experience it with grace♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Neither warmth nor cold will last♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪Like a fleeting dream♪
♪The moon is reflected in her eyes♪
♪In her gaze,
the unwavering faith remains♪