Joy of Life (2019) s02e07 Episode Script

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(Joy of Life Season 2)
(Episode 7)
I was free.
I was drawing as a form of entertainment.
Is it entertaining to not draw the face?
Do you need me to ask you who you drew?
You are the crown prince!
I'm wrong.
I will remember Mother's teachings.
I will never draw again.
What's the matter with Shijia Town?
Cheng Ze reacted in time.
His men already left the place
when my men reached there.
He didn't leave any evidence behind.
If so, why did you set fire to the town?
It's because Fan Xian is a good guy.
He'll only turn on Cheng Ze
if I burn down the town.
Only then will he side with me forever.
If so, you mustn't let him find out the truth.
Mother, please don't worry.
Only lunatics would attempt
such terrible acts
out of the blue.
There's only one truth.
Cheng Ze massacred the town.
Do you regard Fan Xian that highly?
Everyone loves good guys.
My Lord.
I'm waiting for you.
Didn't I tell you to go back and think about it?
Following me means you'll be in constant danger.
- I've already made up my mind. - That quickly?
There's nothing to think about.
My wife said there's no way I could earn this much per month
elsewhere.
And,
My Lord,
you're a good guy.
What's the use of being a good guy?
I place everyone around me in danger.
My Lord,
the world is filled with dangers.
However, there are too few good guys.
Speaking of which,
how am I a good guy?
I have plenty of flaws.
I'm timid,
selfish,
greedy, and arrogant.
Sometimes, I'm content with my current state.
Sometimes, I'm too hesitant.
To put it simply,
I'm just an ordinary person.
If ordinary people were in my shoes,
what do you think they will do?
What would they do?
They'll quit.
I lost my post. And, I've lost all leads too.
How can I continue with my investigation?
What gives me the right to continue it?
What has it got to do with me?
As humans,
we should only be concerned with our own well-being.
My Lord, you mustn't say that.
Your words and actions
have changed many people.
- Who? - At least you changed me.
Wang Qi Nian.
Seems like you haven't understood His Majesty's intention yet.
I understand.
He took away my post as Chief Inspector.
And he granted a marriage between Li Cheng Ze and the Ye family.
Everyone knows that there's a grandmaster in the Ye family.
Once the marriage is completed,
Li Cheng Ze will have a bright future ahead.
His Majesty is just protecting him.
He feels aggrieved.
I dare not feel so.
The difference between our identities is too vast.
It's logical for His Majesty to side with his son.
Is that why you don't intend to continue the investigation?
President, I don't have the right to do so.
The prince committed a crime. I risked my life to admonish him.
He didn't listen to me.
Fine. I listened to him instead.
Now that I've returned from the dead, I tried to admonish him again.
He's still covering up for him.
My words are pointless.
Is there anyone I can trust in this world?
Can I trust him?
Can I trust you?
It doesn't matter if you trust me or not.
I scooped this up for you.
His Majesty did toss it into the water,
but did he say that he wanted to remove you from position?
Everyone could tell that His Majesty was being protective of Li Cheng Zi.
Therefore, from now on,
this matter is over.
To turn to the dark side, huh?
Is he telling me to find the undercurrent within the vortex?
No wonder he tossed it into the water.
You're overthinking it.
You're definitely overthinking it.
But that's what he means.
But Shijia Town is gone.
If you don't calm down, there will be many cases as such.
The most important thing is this. Do you know your enemy well?
Have you thought about
what you'll do from now on?
My enemies are
Li Cheng Ze
and people like him.
I'm not my mother.
I can't live solely for the sake of changing the world.
However,
at least I want
to be a good guy on my own terms
so that I can have
a clear conscience.
I don't want to see another case like Teng Zi Jing's death.
I don't want to see pitiful people like Old Man Jin again.
I want to speak on their behalf.
I want to uphold justice
for those who suffered wrongful deaths.
That's why you have to calm down,
conceal your brilliance,
and start from scratch.
Although Chief Inspector
is a high position, you're still alone.
You've been in the capital for a long time.
You should have your own subordinates by now.
- I have Wang Qi Nian. - That's not enough.
- Do you still remember Zhu Ge? - I dare not forget about him.
No one took over the First Bureau after Zhu Ge's death.
I suggest you
take over the First Bureau as the chief inspector.
The First Bureau is in charge of supervising the officials.
It involves plenty of connections.
It's a hotbed of rumors and a battleground.
Just now, you said you wish
to speak for the people
and topple Li Cheng Ze, right?
This position
is the best for you.
President Chen,
I've heard about many things
after my trip to Northern Qi.
That's great.
At least you broadened your horizons.
Is my entire life under your control?
Would you believe me if I said
I was helping you out?
I don't dare to believe it.
You're her son after all.
I have something I want to ask you long ago.
Ask away.
If, one day,
I chose to walk a different path compared to my mother,
- who would you choose? - Impossible.
What if that happens?
If so, I'll definitely choose your mother.
So, in the end, you guys are helping me out
because I'm her son, huh?
You're right.
If so, you guys will be disappointed.
My mother and I are different.
You need to know that no one in the world in the same.
However, your nature
is the same as your mother.
I dare not guarantee that.
That doesn't matter.
This is what I want to tell you.
You'll definitely follow your mother's path in the future.
And, what I'm doing right now is to make sure
you can take the path you want.
I was under your control all my life,
yet you need to make sure I can take the path I want?
Isn't that ridiculous?
One must give in order to gain. It might not be that ridiculous.
So, you made up your mind long ago, huh?
I once told you this.
I would be here for you no matter what you did.
Although I lied to you before,
that was true.
If so, are you still hiding something from me?
Of course.
But I need to keep them a secret.
Can I still trust you?
You can.
But not entirely.
Humans are unpredictable after all.
If so,
I'll trust you halfheartedly, then.
That's too much trust.
Is this even the same pass?
The person who desires to see you more than me is here.
Tie up all loose ends related to Moon Embracing Pavilion.
Understood.
What are you doing here?
This is Fan Xian.
His surname is Fan. He's my son.
I know. No one is stealing him from you.
What does the Qing Kingdom emphasize the most?
Isn't it filial piety?
Isn't there such a thing as a filial son and a happy father?
There is.
He traveled a long way to return to the capital.
When he's not seeing His Majesty, he's seeing you.
Isn't that ridiculous?
What is he angry at?
I'm not angry.
Why should I be angry?
I'm trying to reason with you here.
Let me ask you this. Fan Xian traveled a long way to come back.
Isn't he being unfilial by not coming home
to greet his father first?
If things get out of hand,
can the Department of Rites condemn him?
You're totally right.
So, there are moments when you admit your mistake too, huh?
But I didn't ask him to be here.
It wasn't you?
Actually, I wanted to come here of my own accord.
I wanted to clean the stone monument.
Let's go home.
We shall take the same carriage.
Please have some tea.
You shouldn't take the palace affairs to heart.
Although His Majesty discarded your pass, he didn't issue an edict.
He didn't remove me from my post officially.
President Chen told me that.
This is the capital,
not a battleground.
If you wish to go against Prince Cheng Ze,
you can't just rely on yourself.
I have to get subordinates as well.
President Chen told me that as well.
I'll take over the First Bureau after this.
President Chen is helping you out,
but this is the capital.
You have to be wary of everyone.
I can trust President Chen, but not entirely.
Humans are unpredictable after all.
He said that as well.
He said everything I wanted to say.
However, I don't agree with one of his statements.
What statement?
Although humans are unpredictable,
and we shouldn't trust people entirely,
we can trust our family entirely.
Those fools from the Department of Rites
always use filial piety as their excuse to create issues.
I didn't rush here because I wanted you to greet me.
I was worried that someone might get the goods on you
in the officialdom.
Father, your words are enlightening indeed.
I was enlightened after hearing what you said.
I'm glad that you figured it out.
I haven't visited Wan Er after my return.
Why don't I
Why don't I stay at home for the next few days?
I can visit her after that.
You do have to visit Ruo Ruo.
Your sister does miss you a lot.
(Fan Residence)
Ruo Ruo?
Ruo Ruo?
Ruo Ruo?
Ruo Ruo.
Xian? You're finally back!
Where did you go?
I
I traveled the world.
You traveled the world?
How long were you away?
Around half an hour.
You do travel at a fast pace, huh?
Actually, I did more than just travel the world.
Mainly, I was escaping from my marriage.
I heard about the marriage His Majesty granted me.
I was unhappy with it.
That's why I ran away from home.
If so, why did you come back?
I left in a hurry.
I calmed down during my journey.
I realized something.
Xian,
who do you think I trust the most in this world?
- Who is it? - Of course it's you.
That's why I should ask you for your opinion
before I decide whether to leave or stay.
What if I want you to stay?
- What are you doing? - Since I'm not leaving,
I should unpack my clothes.
Aren't you worried that I might tell you to proceed with the marriage?
Not at all, Xian.
I told you already. You're the person I trust the most.
Ruo Ruo, you don't want to get married?
No.
I understand.
Don't worry. I'll think of a solution.
If you don't want to get married, you don't have to.
Okay.
If it doesn't work out,
I'll take you with me.
Okay.
Don't do that. You'll mess up my hair.
All right. You can continue. I'll go and deal with Fan Si Zhe.
Xian, I thought you just came back.
What's wrong with Fan Si Zhe? Did he get into huge trouble?
Let me put it this way. I almost wanted to kill him.
That's what I think about all the time.
Let me help you out.
It's a misunderstanding.
I guess I have to wait for next time, then.
Tell me when you're going to kill him, okay?
He's your brother, you know?
You're my brother too.
Can't you treat him as an equal?
No.
I might have plenty of younger brothers in the future.
But you're my only elder brother.
You do have a point.
Ruo Ruo,
don't worry. I won't let down your trust.
Of course.
Did you say Fan Xian has returned?
Yes, Young Master.
Father is happy, right?
Father, did you call for me?
Mother, you're here too?
Xian, you're finally back.
You're kneeling before we ask you any questions?
I know this atmosphere all too well.
Do you know about Moon Embracing Pavilion?
- I know. - Who's the owner?
- Me. - That's nonsense!
How could you do something like that?
Mother, I was just trying to make some money.
Does that mean you can do inhumane deeds?
Dear, please spare him.
Run away!
- Bring me the rod! - No need for that.
Actually, he was duped too.
That's right. Si Zhe isn't smart.
I'm sure he was duped.
Mother, didn't you always say that I was smart?
You should shut up for now.
No matter if you were duped or not,
you need to be punished for your mistake.
He won't be able to escape from his punishment.
Actually, I've already punished him.
That's right. Fan Xian already
You already punished him?
Have you two met before this?
Yes. He almost beat me to death.
Why didn't you tell me about it?
Xian told me to keep it a secret.
He told me to stay inside my room.
So, you didn't leave your room because of Fan Xian's instructions?
Doesn't that mean he returned to the capital before this?
Indeed.
What exactly is going on?
Father, it's a long story.
You shouldn't make him kneel all the way.
Stand over there.
Speaking of which,
this was all a trap set by Prince Cheng Ze.
(Fan Residence)
Anyway, that's the general situation.
He didn't know that Moon Embracing Pavilion
was forcing people to be courtesans.
Father, you heard him, didn't you? I had no idea at all.
Once someone reports it to the authorities,
you'll be the first person they capture.
Father, don't say that.
They didn't tell me that it was a brothel.
They said it was a nice place where people could enjoy songs. I
What should we do, then?
Actually,
we can get through this as long as I yield and compromise with him.
- That's impossible. - Aunt, do you have that much faith in me?
Since when have you ever yielded to someone before?
So, do you have any arrangements for Si Zhe?
It's unrealistic to think
that we can deny his association with the brothel in such a short period.
If we wish to protect him,
our only choice is to send him out of the capital.
You do have a point.
If so, I shall go into hiding in Danzhou with Si Zhe for the time being.
He cannot remain in the Qing Kingdom either.
Where can he go, then?
He needs to head northward.
He needs to head to Northern Qi.
Isn't that too far away?
That'll work.
I'll head northward together with him.
Aunt, you cannot join him. He must head there alone.
- But why? - Yeah.
He's traveling to another state in secret.
This isn't a trip.
You're the duke's daughter.
Everyone will recognize you if you join him.
Even so, we can't just let Si Zhe head to Northern Qi alone.
He has never left the capital in his life.
Fan Si Zhe,
are you afraid?
A little.
I know.
This is very difficult for you.
All of a sudden, you have to leave your home.
From a life of luxury to one without support, your future is uncertain.
You should stop.
The more you describe it, the more afraid I get.
But to you, this is also an opportunity.
How can you consider this an opportunity?
One will never grow up unless they leave their home.
Have you ever thought of proving yourself to someone?
Have you ever thought of proving that you're no longer a child?
Have you ever thought of
proving that not everything you did was a mistake?
Have you ever thought of proving that we can expect great things from you?
I wish to prove myself.
If so, head northward
and find your own path.
He can't do it.
All right.
Louder.
- All right. - I can't hear you.
I can do this!
I committed the mistake.
I will bear the consequences.
Father, I'm willing to head to Northern Qi.
But you're obviously terrified.
Mother,
I'm terrified.
However, I can't just keep hiding behind you.
I've already grown up.
When will he depart?
- Tonight. - That fast?
Mother, the faster I depart the better.
I'm worried that I might change my mind later.
Xian, is Northern Qi very cold?
- It's quite cold. - I'll get some thicker clothing now.
I might not have time later.
Why did he change all of a sudden?
Aunt,
sometimes, it only takes a moment for a man to grow.
No. I need to tell him what to do.
This is pretty sudden indeed.
In the end, I was the one who implicated him.
You were right about one thing.
What is it?
Sometimes, it only takes a moment for a man to grow.
Fate always comes at us unexpectedly.
That kid didn't disappoint me.
He's my son indeed.
You should've said that
in front of him.
Remember to wear extra clothing during cold weather.
You must eat well every day.
Yes, Mother. You should stop here.
If not, I can't bear to part with you later.
Okay, then.
All right. Stop crying.
If not, your wrinkles will grow.
Speak for yourself.
See you, Mother.
Father.
Fan Xian told me
that there are certain things I should say in front of you.
The carriage is ready.
Thank you, Father.
And,
you didn't disappoint me.
Fan Si Zhe,
you're my son indeed.
Take care.
Your mother and I
will wait for your return.
What are you looking at?
The rain.
I grew up in the capital since young.
I've seen all kinds of rain.
I got tired of it long ago.
But why does it feel like
I'm reluctant to part with the rain today?
You can treat it as a farewell gift from the capital.
The heavens were so touched that they cried.
Why don't you cry as well?
I won't.
I'm an adult now.
Adults don't cry.
Adults do cry too.
Sometimes, we feel like crying more often
when we're adults.
Xian, why don't you cry together with me, then?
I'm not the one traveling northward. Why should I cry?
Can't you say something nice for once?
What is this?
Are these banknotes?
Are all of these for me?
That's your capital.
When you reach Northern Qi, your first mission is to make money.
You can decide on the business you want to do.
You'll bear the consequences of your actions.
Don't forget, you need to prove it to yourself and Father
All right. You can stay out of this now.
You need to return the money to me.
This is an investment.
I have to get my dividend when you make a profit.
We're brothers, you know? Why are you so calculative?
- Give it back, then. - No.
Don't worry. I'll make sure you won't lose your investment.
My first mission is to make money, right?
If so, what's my second mission?
Do you still remember Guo Bao Kun?
He's in Northern Qi too.
- Forget it. - What do you mean?
You already gave him a harsh beating.
You want me to silence him now?
He's working for me right now.
He's actually working for you?
Once you reach Northern Qi, your priority is to find Guo Bao Kun.
- After that? - Now, you must remember what I'm going to tell you.
Do not tell anyone else.
If so, can I tell Guo Bao Kun about it?
Do not tell a single soul.
- We have to be cautious, huh? - Shut up.
Sorry for the trouble, my brothers.
Chief Inspector, you're too kind.
They will escort you to Northern Qi.
They'll look after you during your journey.
Who are they?
Don't forget what I told you.
Take care. Go now.
Look after my mother on my behalf, then.
Don't worry. I'll take care of the family.
Thank you, Xian.
I'll remember the money you gave me.
Don't worry! You won't lose your investment!
Don't worry.
They're experts from the Fourth Bureau.
Your brother will be fine.
Thank you.
You don't need to thank me.
I wouldn't even bother with you
had President Chen not told me to help you out.
I'll assume my position at the First Bureau tomorrow.
Do you want to come and check it out?
(Lin Wan Er's Residence, Imperial Retreat)
Fan Xian, is that you?
Ye Ling Er?
Seems like my Qinggong isn't good enough.
- Come. I need to tell you something. - Where's Wan Er?
- Tell me what? Where's Wan Er? - Stop interrupting me.
I'm forgetful.
Wan Er went into hiding as she knew that you would come here.
Wan Er is hiding from me? Why?
This is her message for you.
Firstly, Wan Er knows you love her. She loves you too.
Secondly, due to the first point,
she's worried that you might be in danger after your return.
She hopes that you can focus on your efforts in dealing with them.
Thirdly, due to the previous two points,
you shouldn't find her lately.
She won't see you.
Did Wan Er actually say that?
That's what I understood from her message.
She said
you would understand her.
One more thing.
What was it again?
She said she would always be here for you.
I understand.
If so, please relay my message to her too.
All right. Go ahead.
Firstly,
I miss you.
Secondly,
don't worry.
Why are you not jotting down my message?
There are only two phrases. Why should I jot them down?
You do have a point.
You should leave now.
I don't understand you at all.
You should see him if you desire to do so.
Why must you make yourself this pitiful?
Right now,
he should focus on his affairs.
I'm afraid I might try to make him stay
when I see him.
(Lin Wan Er, Daughter of Lin Ruo Fu, the Chancellor)
I'm so envious of you two.
I don't think I'll get such a relationship
in this lifetime.
Ling Er, if you're unhappy about the marriage His Majesty granted you,
let's head to the palace and see His Majesty tomorrow.
We can try to cancel the marriage.
My father will never agree to that.
I've already made up my mind.
At most, I'll take my own life.
You mustn't think of something like that.
My family is already dealing with the engagement.
It's so frustrating to see.
Can I live with you
for a few more days?
You can stay here for as long as you like.
Father,
I'm back.
Which cell are you in?
I'm fine now.
I'm here to take you home.
I'm glad that you're fine.
Go back now.
I'm doing well here.
I won't leave with you.
Have you ever considered
the consequences of helping Fan Xian to fake his death?
Fan Xian entered the palace.
He bore the responsibility alone for his crime of deceiving His Majesty.
You actually knew that he deceived His Majesty, huh?
That phrase is often associated with
the annihilation of one's entire clan.
Blood will be shed!
Why did you think I remained in the cell?
Did you think it was just an act?
I'm prepared to lay my life down for your sake!
I've done my calculations.
At most, I'll die alone. My family won't be implicated.
You've done your calculations?
Did you calculate the laws of Qing Kingdom
as well as His Majesty's authority?
I'll bear the consequences alone if anything happens.
You still think you did the right thing?
Your life is worthless to you, huh?
You think death can resolve all issues?
I did it because I had no choice.
What do you mean by that?
What was so dire that you had to ignore the consequences?
This incident concerns the treason of a prince.
If so, you should've discussed it with me after returning here!
This concerns the Qing Kingdom! I can't afford to wait any longer!
So,
you're doing this for the Qing Kingdom?
Everything I did
was for the sake of Qing Kingdom.
So, you would deceive His Majesty
for the sake of Qing Kingdom?
- The Qing Kingdom is above all else! - What about His Majesty, then?
Of course His Majesty is as important as the world itself! However
But the people
aren't as important as the kingdom itself.
Yan Bing Yun, how dare you?
You taught me that we should place our kingdom above all else!
At least you know
the right situation
to utter such words.
I'm not that foolish.
Come.
It's hard to say.
Why are you helping him out?
I'm not helping him out.
I'm doing it for the sake of Qing Kingdom.
But you were cooperating with him too.
Yes.
Although he does ridiculous things,
he's gutsy.
So,
does that mean you're willing to aid him?
Why should I aid him?
He might be taking over
the Overwatch Council in the future.
President Chen is irreplaceable.
We're getting old now.
Does President Chen intend to retire?
It's not just Chen Ping Ping.
I wish to retire too.
It's time to hand the Overwatch Council
to youngsters like you all.
Your retirement doesn't matter.
However, President Chen cannot retire.
What are you saying?
No one in the Overwatch Council is as important as President Chen.