01x22 - Episode 22

[bunniefuu]

♪ The evening breeze kisses my brows ♪

♪ Allows a cloud to stay for me ♪

♪ After a long time,

I still keep looking back ♪

♪ The sleepless universe accompanies me

as I sleepwalk ♪

♪ How can we stay together in a mirage ♪

♪ A vast desert, with no oasis in sight ♪

♪ Time takes away

the eternity I promised ♪

♪ Who can have your gentleness ♪

♪ Who still stays there ♪

♪ Finally, I silently endure

but cannot be saved ♪

♪ The sorrow of the world

turns into stars ♪

♪ Flowing over a few hills

with the moonlight ♪

♪ I wish to follow behind you

until we grow old ♪

♪ I will silently wait ♪

=Everlasting Longing=

=Episode 22=

k*ll!

(The Uncontrollable)

Your Majesties.

Do you know that Su Yande

was shot dead at the border

by Yannan's Three-bow Crossbow?

I've heard it.

We have no generals

at the front lines now.

As the Wolf Lord,

you refuse to lead your troops

into battle

and watch your comrades die.

Can you have peace in your heart?

Xu,

w*r only brings harm

to the people of both nations.

I sincerely beg you to stop it

for the sake of the people of Beixuan.

How dare you

repeatedly defy my orders!

Present it.

This is a Yannan weapon

seized on the b*ttlefield.

The Baigong's heir has died.

The King and I have never expected

that Yannan still has

the new weapons she left behind.

This battle is extremely difficult.

We can only

rely on you now.

Your Majesty,

compared to the one

that k*lled my father back then,

this crossbow's been improved.

Su Yande caused a conflict

at the border,

yet he couldn't hold out

for even three days.

Even if I lead the troops,

I can't guarantee victory.

Stopping the w*r and seeking peace

is the best strategy.

We've been preparing

to attack Yannan for years.

The border is fully prepared.

If we withdraw,

Zhao Guang will laugh at us.

Your Majesty,

if we have no winning strategy,

it's always the commoners who suffer.

It'd be better

to propose peace talks now.

Establishing a trading post

in the Uncontrollable

and stabilizing the three nations

is the general trend.

Your Majesties,

please reconsider the trading post.

Peace talks?

What if I insist

that you lead the troops into battle?

I'm afraid I can't obey that order.

You

You may leave now.

The King and I will deliberate further.

The structure of the crossbow

from earlier is complex and precise.

Is this really your final creation?

Perhaps

I should visit the place

where you once lived.

Young Master.

Go back to pack up.

We're going to Yannan.

Yannan?

Let's go.

Lie's being

stubborn and lawless.

He doesn't resemble a Wolf Lord at all.

Lie was right.

Yannan has these new weapons.

If w*r truly breaks out,

we might not have the upper hand.

Rushing in is no longer advisable.

Lie refused to lead the troops.

We have no valiant generals.

Even if you don't want to,

we can only seek peace now.

Forget it.

I'll send an envoy to Yannan soon.

Your Majesty,

good news from the border.

Su Yande, Beixuan's Su Leader,

was shot dead by our general

with a Three-bow Crossbow.

He died immediately.

Xuan Xu has unified the Five Clans.

His target is indeed Yannan.

But why didn't he send

the new Wolf Lord this time?

This Su Leader was always reckless.

Not long ago,

he handed over the Su Clan Seal.

I guess he was eager to claim credit.

His territory is close to our Yannan,

so he couldn't wait

to bring his troops to invade.

But who knew

he'd be shot dead immediately

by the modified Three-bow Crossbow?

Since Xuan Xu was young,

his mother had been holding power.

Now that he holds power,

he has to make some achievements

to convince the public.

If there's someone to blame,

they can only blame themselves

for losing Jun Qiluo.

Your Majesty,

speaking of Jun Qiluo,

she's been waiting outside

for quite some time.

Do you wish to see her?

Greetings, Your Majesty.

Good. You may rise.

Thank you, Your Majesty.

Your Majesty,

I've completed the Three-bow Crossbow.

I've heard that you've started using it.

I wonder when my family

will be released.

Do you know

Beixuan has come to attack Yannan?

I'm aware of it.

Thanks to the weapon you modified,

otherwise,

the suffering would fall

on the commoners of Yannan.

What are your thoughts on this w*r?

I dare not comment on state affairs.

It's fine to say.

I think you should

consider peace talks with Beixuan.

They provoked us first,

yet you want me to consider peace talks?

Do you think I'm afraid of them?

Of course not.

I know you never fear Beixuan,

but what you said earlier was right.

Whoever starts the w*r,

it's always the commoners who suffer.

You're most compassionate

toward the people's suffering.

That's why, over the years,

you've focused

on developing our economy,

so the people

can live better lives.

Therefore, I dare to guess

that you don't wish for w*r

and have long planned for peace talks.

I truly didn't mistake you.

I've been thinking of ways

these days to keep

someone as talented as you in Yannan.

Since you're so clever,

why don't you think of a way for me?

Your Majesty,

I don't know what you're saying.

You've passed the age of marriage.

My Prince is talented

in civil and military affairs

and handsome.

He's a perfect match for you.

Your Majesty,

I can't marry the Prince.

Are you going to defy my orders?

I dare not.

It's just that I come

from a merchant family.

My status is too low

to marry the Prince.

No one cares about the background

of a concubine.

Rest assured.

(If I don't agree,)

(my father and sisters

won't be released.)

Thank you for granting the marriage.

I have one more request.

Tell me.

As Jun Feifan,

I've always dressed as a man,

so I dare to ask

for a grand wedding.

I want to sew my bridal gown

to make up for the years

I've lived as a man.

Alright.

You're marrying a Prince.

It's acceptable.

You may leave now.

Yes.

Send a gift to the Jun Mansion.

Tell her

I won't wait too long.

Yes.

You've been pardoned by the King.

You may leave.

It must've been Feifan who saved us.

Father, we can go home now.

Father.

Wait a moment.

The King requests

that Mr. Jun go to the Palace.

You need not worry.

Since the King has pardoned our family,

he won't make things hard for me.

You hurry back.

There are many matters at home.

Go help out Feifan.

Go.

You guys.

Clean up that side.

- Yes.

- Yes.

Xiukun, Jiangjuan.

Feifan.

(Great Blessings)

I knew it was you who saved us.

You should call me Qiluo from now on.

Shuting.

You're here.

(Zheng Shuting, Yannan)

You're Xiukun's elder sister?

I've heard from Xiukun

that you resemble Feifan the most.

Now that I see you, it's indeed true.

You must be Mr. Zheng, Xiukun's fiance.

Yes.

- I

- Qiluo.

Since Feifan isn't here,

how did you manage to save us?

Feifan couldn't escape from Beixuan.

He chose to die to prove

that he hadn't betrayed Yannan.

When I heard of Feifan's death

in Qian City,

I rushed back to meet the King.

Did Feifan really die in Beixuan?

Miss Qiluo even saw the King?

I petitioned as a royal merchant

and used all connections.

It took a month to meet the King.

The King has pardoned the Juns,

so you need not

feel inferior.

Those who look down on you

are the shallow ones

who can't tell right from wrong.

But Qiluo,

the jailer said the King kept Father

in the Palace.

I'm a little worried.

Don't worry.

The King just kept Father

to discuss the new alliance.

That's good.

Feifan was a man of proud bones.

He was truly admirable.

But a woman always depends on a man.

After his death,

your family has no male heir to rely on.

What will you do from now on?

A woman always depends on a man?

After Xiukun marries you,

how will she rely on you?

I'll make Xiukun the Lady of Honor.

Xiukun doesn't want promises.

She wants a husband who is reliable.

Don't just say nice words.

If you fail the imperial exams

How unlucky that is.

Today is our first meeting,

and you're already cursing me?

I was only reminding you.

Xiukun has many things she can't say,

so it's up to me as her elder sister

to remind you.

If I had known that you see me this way,

I wouldn't have come today.

Shuting

Zheng Shuting is proud and arrogant.

He can't bear the slightest criticism.

If Xiukun continues

to indulge him like this,

she'll definitely suffer.

Qiluo,

when did you become

so knowledgeable about romance?

How did Father's leg get injured?

- My poet friends have been

- Shuting.

mocking me because you were imprisoned.

Today, you should have come to my door

to apologize.

Instead, your elder sister

gave me a cold look.

Don't be angry.

Qiluo's words were straightforward,

but there was nothing wrong with them.

Do you think the same of me?

I believe you'll pass

the imperial exams,

but I also hope

we can act more discreetly.

After all, my cousin

has taken our family business.

He's always been wary of us.

If he hears your words,

he may make things hard for you.

How long will the King

keep Uncle in the Palace?

If Uncle doesn't return,

won't we have to worry every day

about you being oppressed

by your cousin?

Though Feifan and Father aren't here,

we still have Qiluo.

Though she is a woman,

her vision and strategies

are no less than a man's.

If we unite and support her,

the first branch will surely regain

its former glory.

(The camel that died of hunger

is larger than a horse.)

(There's still some time

before the exam.)

(The Jun family is still useful.)

Xiukun,

I wasn't angry with you earlier.

You have to understand

women in prison will be subject

to harsh criticism.

My family used to urge me

to break off the engagement,

but I only have you in my heart.

I want to grow old with you,

so I ignored everyone's objections

and came here today.

What?

Lie went to Yannan?

Did he bring soldiers?

He only brought Luo Qi with him.

He's learned to act without orders.

Now, I've sent an envoy to Yannan

to discuss establishing a trading post.

If Zhao Guang thinks I'm pretending

to seek peace on the surface

but secretly sending the Wolf Lord over,

what will he think?

Could he be trying

to stir up trouble again?

When the young master left,

he changed

into ordinary commoner clothes

and told me to report back

that he'd conceal his identity

and wouldn't provoke conflict

or disrupt the peace talks.

I truly don't understand.

Now that Jun Qiluo is dead,

why is he still going to Yannan?

The young master once said

there were still doubts

about Mr. Xuan Shu's case,

and Yannan was key to solving it.

This time, he's going for that as well.

Forget it. Let him go.

But he only has Luo Qi with him.

I'm still worried.

You must go with the pass documents.

If there's any news,

send a letter back right away.

Remember

to protect his identity at all costs.

Yes.

(Qinghua Palace)

Someone, come!

Princess.

Let everyone come in.

Yes.

This is a new fragrance I've created.

Come and smell it.

What are you all waiting for?

Xu only forbids me

from leaving the Palace.

He didn't tell you to ignore my orders.

Come on!

Come here.

Form a circle.

Everyone must smell it,

or you can't leave. Do you hear me?

Come on, smell it.

King!

King!

I just went to Qinghua Palace

and found all the servants knocked out.

After questioning, I learned

that Qingkou put a sleeping potion

in the fragrance.

While the servants were unconscious,

she sneaked away.

What?

Ask today's guards to come.

Yes.

The Princess left the Palace

with Deputy He.

Since Deputy He was sent by the King,

I thought

the Princess was also acting

on the King's orders,

so I didn't stop her.

I failed in my duty.

Please punish me, Your Majesties.

Go and accept your punishment.

Yes.

It seems that Qingkou

must've gone to Yannan with He Jiyao.

Yannan is far away.

Without anyone to care for her,

if she encounters danger on the way,

what should we do?

King, send someone to bring her back.

Mother,

Qingkou's been locked for over a month.

She must've endured enough.

If we try to force her back

just after she escaped,

it will likely cause more trouble.

You wouldn't want to repeat the past,

would you?

I think we should let her go this time.

I'll send someone to deliver

a message to He Jiyao

to ensure he takes good care of Qingkou.

If there's danger,

he'll bring her back at once.

Qingming,

wait for me.

Princess, wait for me!

(Moon Palace)

It's a little cold now. I'll heat it up.

Never mind.

The Palace's charcoal

has been deducted by those eunuchs.

If it's cold, let it be.

It's enough to fill my stomach.

Cold porridge is fine.

Why is it sour,

yet still brought to you?

You may be confined by the King,

but you're not an animal.

Why treat you like this?

After Yi was sent away,

I lost my support.

Naturally, everyone could bully me.

I wonder if Yi is doing well.

He's always had a weak constitution.

How could he survive

in such a desolate place

like the frontier?

Your Ladyship,

you must stay strong.

One day, Prince Yi will return.

(Luo Residence)

Once you leave for Xixiang,

I don't know when you'll return.

So, I've made some milk cakes

that you love.

Miss Jun whom you once brought back

really liked them.

Nanny,

we are leaving.

Dongyin.

Young Master,

when you reach Xixiang,

have someone tell us you're safe.

The deceased are gone;

the living must carry on.

Life must move forward.

Yes, My Lord.

(Pear Alley)

- Fresh flowers!

- (Qimin,)

(I must regain our family business)

- (before my father returns.)

- Trinkets!

- Pendants!

- (These days,)

(come with me

to check out some new shops.)

(If we can't take back

Brocade Embroidery,)

(we'll have to find a new shop)

(and rebuild our reputation.)

It's been two days,

and we've visited many streets.

The shops are

either priced higher or rented out.

It's normal for a busy district,

but it's just behind the Jun Mansion.

There aren't usually

so many people around.

Let's look at this one.

(Yihuan Workshop)

Sir.

- Sir.

- Remember

everything I told you.

Isn't this my cousin

who's always capable?

Why is it you again?

Want to hit me, huh?

Come on, hit me.

So, it's you behind all this.

You were a man before,

so business was easy.

But now that you're a woman,

what do you have to compete with me?

Let me guess.

You've been turned away

from other shops, right?

Jun Yujue,

are you keeping the workshop open

with such underhanded methods?

In business,

as long as you hold the money,

does it really matter how you do it?

Young Master, don't worry.

I've remembered everything you said.

Qiluo, no need to see me off.

I can walk on my own.

Take care.

- Sorry

- No need to say more.

I understand.

Let's go.

Take the bet!

Every time I see Jun Yujue,

it gives me a headache.

If he could use his cleverness

for good,

maybe he could achieve something great.

Jun Yujue is constantly wary of you.

Today, he even came to Pear Alley.

It seems he's out of options.

There's always a flaw in every plan.

There will always be

something he misses.

Just buy this,

and you'll be fine.

Young Master,

this place really is different

from Beixuan.

You can smell the flowers in the street.

Miss, look at the flowers.

Sir,

buy a sugar painting for your wife.

I didn't expect sugar paintings

to be made in the shape of wolves.

Why are you giving me this?

There are so many other cute designs.

Miss, you may not know.

Wolves are pack animals.

They're unyielding, brave,

and more importantly,

they are loyal to love.

Your husband must've meant

to show you this.

♪ Being silent and not confessing ♪

Which one do you two want?

I'll get it for you.

♪ When I decide to hold you in my arms ♪

Let's go check out this shop.

♪ I bury all past matters deep inside ♪

♪ When you decided to turn around ♪

♪ Everything would be clear to us ♪

♪ Then the green, piece by piece ♪

♪ Becomes a shadow in my heart ♪

♪ Covering my scarred past ♪

♪ Filling my once-empty heart ♪

♪ Then the green, piece by piece ♪

Thank you, sir.

Young Master,

there are too many people here.

To avoid trouble, let's leave

and find a place to rest.

♪ Illuminating the way home ♪

(Savory Tavern)

Miss, what's your name?

What a rogue.

What's that smell?

- Let me help you back.

- I'm not drunk.

It's fine. I'll help you back.

No need to help me.

Who are you?

Let go of me.

Help!

I'm the Jun Manager!

Stop hitting me!

There's a new rouge shop

in the western city.

Is that true?

Yes, let's go together.

Alright.

Let's go.

(Savory Tavern)

Mr. Zhang, don't worry.

Young Master,

- I'll check for rooms.

- Take care.

Hello, sir.

Are you here for a meal or a room?

We need two of the best rooms.

Sure.

Waiter,

where is the Jun Mansion?

Are you a distant relative of the Juns?

I'm not gossiping,

but I've heard that last month,

Mr. Jun Feifan

committed a felony and angered the King.

He died outside.

Now, the Juns are either dead

or wounded.

Everyone avoids them.

You two are our guests,

so I want to advise you

to stop asking about them.

Just tell me

where the Jun Mansion is.

Go straight ahead.

The largest mansion by the river

is the Jun Mansion.

(Jun Mansion)

Jun Qiluo,

what a coincidence.

Are you going outside?

Let's go to the government.

What do you mean?

Who did this to your face?

My face?

How can you ask me what this means?

Jun Qiluo, I want to ask you

the same thing.

Your people hit me.

When did I send people to hit you?

You've made so many enemies outside.

How do you know it was me?

I knew you wouldn't admit it.

I have evidence.

I'll take it out

Could you help me get it?

I can't reach it

with my hands.

See this?

The person who hit me

dropped this whistle.

It's made of Beixuan wolf bone.

Only you've been to Beixuan

in the Royal Capital.

Let's see how you defend yourself.

- There are wolves in the north.

- There are?

This item clearly isn't made in Beixuan.

You're too ignorant.

Jun Qiluo,

watch how you speak to me.

Move aside.

Who are those people?

He poisoned the arrow.

He wants to k*ll me.

My Lord,

I've been observing Jun Qiluo

for over a month.

There's no sign

of her turning things around.

She's just trying to find a new shop.

Jun Yujue taking the family business

has caused a great problem

for Jun Qiluo.

In that case,

you should help Mr. Yujue.

The Zhengs' business

is about to overtake the Juns.

We can't let their first branch

rise again.

Yes.

Chancellor.

How useless!

Someone, come!

Chancellor, please spare me.

Don't make me see him again.

Chancellor, please spare me.

Chancellor, please.

Stop.

Chancellor, calm down.

The bird flew away.

It's a good omen

that you'll rise to great success.

k*lling him might ruin the omen.

This servant probably just got here,

so he doesn't know the rules.

But he brought such an omen.

I'll personally train him.

He'll definitely be a useful servant.

You know how to put my mind at ease.

Leave now.

Get up.

From now on, you'll follow me.

When I'm not at the mansion,

don't show up before the Chancellor.

Thank you for saving my life.

What's wrong?

Are you disappointed to see someone

who's not your master?

Our identities are special.

Anyone who learns of who we are

must die.

You may leave now.

Yes.

What else have you been hiding from me?

That day, I wanted to tell you

my code name is Kylin.

I'm the King's secret guard commander.

The Royal Surveillance is

an organization the King trained

to monitor officials

and wealthy merchants.

I've been with the Juns since I was 13.

Though I'm working for the King,

I've long regarded the Juns as my family

as Master and you

treated me like family.

I've never done anything

to betray you guys.

I've finally heard you say it.

You already knew?

The King knows everything about us,

so I've been suspicious,

but you've always acted so cautiously

these years,

sometimes I even doubted

whether I was overthinking it.

But we've always treated you as family.

Before I came here, I visited the King.

He said that the letter

from Beixuan discussed peace,

so the w*r wouldn't start for now.

He hopes I can marry soon.

(Jun Mansion)

(Jun Mansion)

Young Master,

the dead can't return to life.

Miss Jun's spirit in the heavens

wouldn't want to see you

blaming yourself like this.

(Jun Mansion)

What?

You want to marry Jun Qiluo?

Your Majesty, please grant this.

She knows your identity now?

I failed in my duty.

Why is the timing so coincidental?

I dare not deceive you.

My subordinate made an honest mistake.

Miss Qiluo is sharp-minded.

I couldn't keep hiding it.

Do you know why I want her

to marry the Prince?

I dare to speculate

that it's because you want to keep

Baigong's heir in Yannan forever

to work for you.

But the Princess loves his wife.

If Jun Qiluo marries the Prince,

it will only add more trouble for him.

If I can marry her,

I'll guard

the Baigong's heir for you for life

and I can ease the Prince's worries.

Have you really fallen for her?

I don't blame you.

I think you've done well.

If you marry her,

it won't draw unnecessary attention.

You can keep a close eye on her.

This is a good thing.

For now, there won't be any conflict

between Yannan and Beixuan.

You should choose a date

and get married asap.

Yes.

Qiluo.

- Fragrant pouches!

- When can we find one?

Pouches and sachets! Take a look!

Qiluo, where are you going?

(Lease of a Good Shop)

Candied hawthorns!

How about this?

Candied hawthorns!

Qiluo, are you sure

you want to rent this one?

(Song's Tea)

This is small,

and it's at the end of the alley

with little foot traffic.

It's not an ideal location for business.

Manager,

I've walked the entire street,

compared several shops,

and finally chose this rouge.

My lady will definitely like it.

Alright. I'll pack it up for you.

The foot traffic is indeed little,

but people who come all the way here

must be seeking good products.

As long as we ensure

the quality of our goods,

we can still make a name.

Good wine doesn't fear deep alleys.

Also, it's close to the Jun Mansion,

so we can save some labor.

Let's go find out

where the manager lives.

We can take some good tea to visit him.

Alright.

You can have a look.

Please pack this for me.

Alright, please have a look.

Young Master,

you really shouldn't buy more.

We don't even know what they like.

Besides, the Juns don't know us.

They might not even let us in.

Qiluo likes red beans.

We can buy some red beans.

Young Master, what are you looking for?

(Song Residence)

What?

Jun Qiluo wants to rent the shop

at the end of the alley?

Such a small place?

Yes.

Jun Qiluo,

I never thought I'd force you

into a corner.

So, there's always a reason

that people fail.

Yes, yes.

Come here.

Go find the owner of that shop.

Offer double the price.

That shop must not be rented to her.

Understood?

Alright, I'll go right away.

Go ahead.

My Lady, we've arrived.

(Liu Residence)

(Liu Residence)

Who are you looking for?

Is your master at home?

I'd like to have a word with him.

Master isn't home.

My Lady, as you expected,

Jun Yujue has sent people

to secretly keep an eye on you.

There's always someone at the door.

Then let's stay here too.

Jun Yujue's people won't dare to act.

You go watch the back door.

We'll stay here.

Alright.

(Liu Residence)

Qiluo, should we go back?

Why haven't you two gone back so late?

Why didn't you invite me?

You must be frozen. Put this on.

Here.

(Liu Residence)

Warm your hands.

Perfect.

This year, we weren't together

to celebrate the New Year.

Tonight, we'll make up for it.

I really didn't expect

that starting a business

would be this hard.

Yes.

In the beginning,

it tests your patience.

There's so much more you need to learn.

Qiluo,

I've finally arrived in Yannan,

where you grew up.

Tomorrow,

I will visit the Jun Mansion.

If only you were here.

♪ When I decide to hold you in my arms ♪

♪ I bury all past matters deep inside ♪

♪ When you decided to turn around ♪

♪ Everything would be clear to us ♪

♪ Then the green, piece by piece ♪

♪ Becomes a shadow in my heart ♪

♪ Covering my scarred past ♪

♪ Filling my once-empty heart ♪

♪ I want the green, piece by piece ♪

♪ To fall in my heart

and turn into a star ♪

♪ Piecing together the Big Dipper

to guard you ♪

♪ Illuminating the way home ♪

♪ Then the green, piece by piece ♪

♪ Becomes a shadow in my heart ♪

♪ Covering my scarred past ♪

♪ Filling my once-empty heart ♪

♪ Then the green, piece by piece ♪

♪ Will blooming brightly at the borders ♪

♪ The melody from nearby ♪

♪ Allows you to camp in my heart ♪

♪ Allows you ♪

♪ To camp in my heart ♪