General and I (A Lonesome Fragrance Waiting to Be Appreciated / 孤芳不自赏)

Who knew that weapons that were so sharp in the past would lose their shine

and become so rusty?

If there were souls in these swords and spears

they would also sigh for not being wielded at war.

That is their destiny.

Destiny?

Prince Consort, do you believe in destiny?

I do.

Some people were born to lives that are well-provided for

while some are talented, but never get a chance to put their talents to use.

Take Huarong City for instance.

It seems prosperous, but there are still so many people starving.

How many other places in the world are just like Huarong City?

Your Highness.

If this isn't destiny, what is?

Would Prince Consort give those people a helping hand if you see them?

Your Highness, would you?

Yes.

I don't believe in destiny.

One who is hungry seeks food.

One who is ill seeks treatment.

One who is ignorant seeks knowledge.

Even commoners can change their destiny through their efforts.

As for me, as a ruler I should have more of a chance to change someone's destiny.

You are wise.

I was too full of myself.

Look.

I've prepared the gold taels.

It's He Da Pao's gold.

Sit still.

It's time for your classes.

Your Highness!

- Thank you, Your Highness! - Don't stand on ceremony.

Please rise.

I will read to everyone.

Thank you, Your Highness!

"There are few who are fond of offending their superiors."

"There have been none who, not liking to offend their superiors"

"have been fond of stirring up confusion."

"The superior man bends his attention to what is radical."

"That being established, all practical courses naturally grow up."

Who knew that the local authorities of Huarong City act quite swiftly?

The orders were given yesterday and they did it today.

Look.

They even brought in so many children.

The commoners don't have much money to spare.

It's impossible for children to attend private schools.

Now that they won't have to spend a penny to study and practice martial arts

they are surely willing to attend it.

The people will surely be very grateful to the princess.

As the princess of Bai Lan State, I should put my people first.

In my opinion, this armory has long been neglected.

It's also very close to the city.

Its quiet location is the advantage.

That makes it the best place for a school.

This is only the first one.

I hope that we will set up many more in the future.

I hope that all children in Bai Lan State can attend school.

All right.

We'll take a look at the market to see how the congee stands are faring.

Would Your Highness like to get changed before going to the market?

What is the matter?

Are we dressed inappropriately?

It isn't so.

Wouldn't Your Highness like to visit in disguise?

Mo Ran.

10 feet to the east.

Yes!

Southwest.

Your Highness, the five elements formation

that Princess Consort designed is remarkable.

It's different every day.

First, it swept up wind and then bamboo leaves.

If this continues, I won't be able to stand it.

Should we just admit defeat?

This is... Of course not!

Why do we have to surrender?

You talk too much now.

Zui Ju must have led you astray.

Zui Ju!

I told you to rest in the house, but you're out here fiddling around.

Look at you.

Your cheeks are all tanned red.

Isn't it the same with Your Highness?

You've worked hard.

What is this?

Don't touch it.

No? I can't even touch it?

My dear, your five elements formation is forever changing.

It really isn't easy to make it through unscathed.

Chu Mo Ran!

This is for you to soak in wine.

Chu Mo Ran, just you wait!

You...

This really is for you to soak in wine!

Take it!

Just you wait, Chu Mo Ran!

You fool!

Why are you chasing after me? I'm telling the truth!

Stop right there, Woody Chu! Let's see how I fix you!

Ping Ting.

I've wanted to ask you about something.

What is it?

Are you still worried?

What could I possibly be worried about?

If you're not, why would you be so eager to study the changes

in the five elements formation every day?

Why would you install so many different traps in the courtyard?

Why would you stock up on so many rations and medicinal herbs?

There's always a packed bundle of clothes in the wardrobe.

It's as if we're going to escape anytime.

Ping Ting.

Do you not trust me?

I do.

It's just that...

I understand.

I've made it clear to you now because I want you to know

that if you really don't feel safe here, you don't have to pretend otherwise.

If you're happy, unhappy, scared, or worried

you can speak to me about it.

I'm sorry.

You have me now.

You don't have to stay so strong anymore.

Just leave everything to me, all right?

I actually made plans to take you away

from Great Jin after the Dragon Boat Festival.

By then, the snow in Hengduan Mountain Range will have melted.

We can cross the mountain to get to the Western Regions

where my mother was from.

There aren't any of the four states.

Or His Majesty

or Young Prince of Jing An

or any traces of the past.

It is all new out there for us.

I will build you a heaven on earth. One that truly belongs to you.

Yes.

I look forward to that day.

I've already ordered.

Take a look.

This is just medium hot.

- You can try it. - Sure, come again.

Princess.

We already spent all two boxes of gold today.

We also pitched in quite a lot.

Are you happy?

We set up a school, some congee stalls, and a dock.

They do use up quite a lot of money.

However, I'm really happy to be doing all this for my people.

Princess, Young Master, out here...

What happened?

You'd better come and take a look.

The princess is here!

Princess.

Princess.

The people of Huarong City have been bestowed with such grace.

First a school and then the congee stalls.

We have nothing to repay you with. We can only come to see you off.

We wish for Princess and Prince Consort's health, safety, and good fortune!

May you be safe, healthy, and blessed!

Father.

You are all dismissed.

Yes.

Father.

Hear me out!

Father...

Get over here!

Father!

Useless scum!

He Da Pao is dead!

Without him as witness, our ties with Yan State are severed!

All these years of my hard work have gone down the drain!

How is it in vain?

Great Yan does know of this deal.

We paid him so much money!

- He surely wouldn't ignore us! - You...

What a fool!

Why would I have a son like you?

Use your brains!

Once He Da Pao is dead

who can still prove that we have sent money to King of Yan?

What evidence do you have to prove that he took money from us?

We can only keep this dirty deed to ourselves now!

Has anyone seen you send money to King of Yan?

Even if someone vouches for you, would you dare admit it?

You're still wet behind the ears.

He's so important that I received him and escorted him out personally.

I only handed over the gold after I escorted him out of the state safely.

Look at you and what trouble you caused!

But he's already dead!

Exactly!

Even if he's dead, shouldn't you investigate to see who killed him?

Father, I did!

I couldn't find anything!

You...

You really are hopeless.

At such an old age

you could really kill me with a fit of rage.

Father!

Your Highness!

Long live the princess!