Legend of Fu Yao (扶摇)

What is that up ahead?

That's the restricted area in Little Phoenix Chamber.

I've never been in there.

The veterans of the palace said that it's guarded by the Phoenix of Flames.

The origins of Xuanji Kingdom's royal family are concealed in there.

Who is that?

It's a petal.

It's just as pretty as you are.

We...

We should go look elsewhere.

Doctor Zong!

Doctor Zong, you...

Do you have a lady you like?

I spent years studying medicine.

I've never considered romantic relationships.

Doctor Zong, you should start considering it now.

Sometimes... the right person is right in front of us.

Isn't that so?

Why don't we head back?

Ingot, go open that door.

The family tree of the royal Feng family.

Ingot, look at these holes.

There must be gadgets in there.

If we take what's on top of it...

the concealed weapons will fire.

Go in and sabotage the weapons first.

You said that there are just a few who trained at Qiongcang.

Since this person takes orders from Feng Xuan...

he must be a descendant of the royal Xuanji family.

If our guess is correct

we just need to seek out the record of names in Little Phoenix Chamber

to find a clue or two.

This glimmer means... she's dead.

Feng Qi was Feng Xuan's sister.

She passed away when she was 24.

Yu Heng was her husband.

He's still alive.

But who's Feng Wu Ming?

Why does her phoenix look different from everyone else's?

Is she alive or dead?

The situation at Purple Phoenix River may be much more serious than it seems.

Just say it.

The amount of Xuanji's gold ore and the lava from Purple Phoenix River

are closely related.

Now the amount of gold ore is dwindling

as the bottom of Purple Phoenix River doesn't have as much lava as before.

At this rate...

the lava in Purple Phoenix River may only last one year.

Have you inspected it carefully?

I've been there three times.

I saw it for myself, it is as I said.

Purple Phoenix River is the divine miracle that created Xuanji Kingdom.

How can it be affected by us mortals?

Perhaps the changes are just temporary.

Or perhaps, you're overthinking it.

I took my men to Purple Phoenix River yesterday

for the third time.

It was clear that the level of lava in the river keeps going down.

I've never seen anything like it.

I'm afraid that we're really going to be in trouble this time.

Do you know the consequences of your assumption?

Purple Phoenix River is Xuanji Kingdom's lifeline.

Once the river dries up, I'm afraid all of the underground city will collapse

and fall to ruins.

Before that happens, should anyone learn of this matter

all the people and living things will be in great panic.

Listen carefully.

I don't care if the people panic.

The Tang family has always been loyal to the kingdom.

You're the most trusted subjects of the royal family.

You must know what...

I'm really concerned about, don't you?

I understand.

I don't just live for myself.

I don't even live just for Xuanji Kingdom.

My health and well-being affect the survival

of Xuanji and the five kingdoms.

As neither of my daughters have displayed

any special divine sign of the phoenix...

If I fall ill and don't recover...

I'm afraid that Xuanji Kingdom will really be doomed.

Divine Physician Zong Yue was right.

I'm not at all ill.

I was harmed by villains.

Look into it.

You must find the person who has been poisoning me secretly.

I want to know what they're after!

Yes.

Doctor Zong's treatment is already taking effect.

- Why don't we-- - Doctor Zong?

Who is Doctor Zong?

He's the Divine Physician of the five kingdoms

that Crown Prince Wu Ji brought with him.

If we were to say that Crown Prince Wu Ji doesn't have a motive...

would you believe it?

Since he has his own interests at heart

we can't trust him completely.

Those two are unwanted guests.

Monitor them closely for me.

Report to me immediately if they take action.

Yes!

Who did you take to Purple Phoenix River this time?

They're all guards from Leading Phoenix Chamber

who can be trusted with the secret.

Report their names to the Inner Court.

Those who undertake great responsibility should be rewarded handsomely.

Yes!

Leave now.

Tell me...

Will he notice something amiss?

Forget it.

Even if he does, what could he do about it?

At the moment, there's only one way to resolve this crisis.

You... should get this done properly.

I, Fo Lian, sincerely ask for your help.

What's the favor you wish to ask of me?

Don't worry.

I already found a way to tackle Fu Yao.

Mentor, please bestow me with the power of the Bewitching Charm.

She'll become your servant soon.

And I'll get the power and authority I want.

What you want, what I desire...

We'll get our wishes soon enough.

Miss Fu Yao.

You need not worry.

I just came to see you as requested.

Miss Fu Yao, please come with me to meet an old friend.

Is Princess Fo Lian your mistress?

Forget it.

You've made it very clear that you know about my identity...

You're threatening me into seeing her.

I wouldn't dare do so.

It's just because my mistress can't move around freely.

She can only invite you over.

Speaking of which, I haven't seen her for quite some time.

Please lead the way.

This way, please.

Eldest Princess.

Have a seat.

Your Highness, we haven't attended to you since you arrived.

Today, I brought you some rare treasures and jade.

Keep the ones you like.

Why isn't Doctor Zong around?

Eldest Princess.

Are you here to see me or Zong Yue?

If I say that I'm only here to visit Your Highness because of Doctor Zong

would that displease you?

It depends on whether our conversation is enjoyable.

Crown Prince Wu Ji, indeed.

You do take everything into account.

What would you like to talk about?

I heard that you had an aunt called Feng Qi.

Who did you hear that from?

Is it true?

If you already know, why ask me?

Are you trying to get me to walk into your trap?

Or are you trying to plot against me?

Your mother isn't ill.

She was poisoned.

Didn't you know?

Crown Prince, what are you implying?

Do you think I intend to harm her?

This is Xuanji Kingdom!

Even if you're Crown Prince of Tianquan

you should show some respect!

Xuanji's domestic affairs aren't to be interfered with by some outsider!

Don't get so worked up.

If you're so easily annoyed and short-tempered...

how will you find the culprit who poisoned the queen?

How will you inherit the throne?

If you really want what's best for Xuanji Kingdom

you should calm down and have a cup of tea.

I'm well aware of just how the Purple Phoenix River

affects Xuanji Kingdom's survival.

Even in my position, I don't wish for Purple Phoenix River to change.

We're in the same boat for this matter.

What are you trying to say?

I hope that you can work with me to seek the truth

to ensure the stability of Purple Phoenix River.

Xuanji and the five kingdoms are all tied to the Imperial City.

If one falls, so will the others.

Since you say that, I believe you.

Whoever poisoned the queen must be after the throne.

You don't want someone else seizing it, do you?

You should give it some thought then.

Who would stoop to such means, irregardless of the consequences

to poison the queen at such a time?

It must be that bitch.

Fu Yao, you're finally here.

I've been waiting.

Jing Fan, it's been a long time.

How have you been?

I wonder how many more temples you've prayed in lately.

How many people have you saved?

Fu Yao, you still bear a grudge against me.

It was all my fault back then.

Although I was deceived by Zhangsun Ping Rong

and acted against my will

I know that I was wrong.

It was still my mistake.