Nirvana in Fire: The Wind Blows in Chang Lin (Nirvana in Fire 2 / 琅琊榜之风起长林)

Although I'm not very pleased about bestowing An Ru to Marquis of Laiyang

I can't come up with a reason to object to it.

He is Grand Madam of Laiyang's son.

The crimes she committed did leave quite an impression.

What I can't forget is what his father, Prince of Laiyang, was like.

Could anyone have committed a worse crime than Prince of Laiyang?

However...

Since His Majesty already consented to their marriage

it doesn't help at all to keep worrying about it.

He's one of us from now on.

It's best to start thinking about how to get along with him.

Your Highness, do you remember

that when we wanted to hold Changlin Army in check

it was Xiao Yuan Qi who told me

about Xiao Ping Jing's intention to deploy the army?

That was how we managed to act in time.

However...

It's known that Xiao Yuan Qi was mentored by Prince of Changlin.

He's also a close friend of Xiao Ping Jing.

Yet he was capable of taking such an action.

It's truly... baffling.

I know you're worried that Marquis of Laiyang is too cunning.

However, think about this.

He informed us about Xiao Ping Jing's plan

while keeping it from his mentor and close friend.

It shows that he truly cares about Great Liang.

He puts the interests of the whole above anything else.

This time, he asked His Majesty to bestow marriage to him.

On one hand, it's out of his affection for An Ru.

On the other hand, most importantly, he's expressing goodwill to us.

We'll be a family soon.

We should look out for one another.

If that is all he means to do...

I must have been overly sensitive.

Since Marquis of Laiyang and An Ru's marriage is decided

I should also express my well wishes.

Your Highness, you mean...

It shouldn't be too hard... to confer him as an arch prince, should it?

I understand.

Brother Xiao Dao.

Brother Jiu.

This came from Jinling.

Great, Jin... Lady?

[Great Liang, Jinling, Marquis of Laiyang marries a lady of the Xun family.]

Congratulations.

Please come in.

Congratulations.

- Congratulations. - Thank you.

Your Grace.

What is it?

Madam Qi suddenly showed up.

Keep her company and make sure no one sees her.

Yes.

Master Jin!

- Congratulations, Your Grace. - Minister Jin. Quickly.

Please take a seat in the hall.

Your Highness treats Miss An Ru as if she were your daughter.

Princesses don't even get to have some of these items in their dowry.

Exactly.

For some reason, I've doted on her since she was a child.

But sadly, her age isn't compatible.

I can't keep her in the harem.

Miss An Ru is very blessed.

Marquis of Laiyang is young, and promising, with very good looks.

Miss An Ru won't have to attend to a mother-in-law either.

She will have such a good life.

I didn't consent to it just for his good looks.

It's just that I didn't expect Marquis of Laiyang to be so capable.

All right, deliver my gifts from the palace quickly.

Don't be late for the auspicious hour.

Yes.

Miss An Ru, all the servants have heard about it.

Our marquis fought such a great battle against the Eastern Sea State.

He won all the way to the Huai River.

If it weren't for the marquis, the capital might have been attacked by now.

Nonsense.

However arrogant Eastern Sea State is, it would be impossible for them to get here.

I heard this from the others.

However, previously when we suffered continuous defeat

everyone was in a great panic.

Marquis of Laiyang managed to stabilize the situation.

His courage, valiance, and leadership are truly admirable.

It's only right that you admire your own husband.

Nonsense.

Pei?

Please forgive me, Miss An Ru!

I'm so sorry!

Pei, what have you done wrong?

Just now...

You said from Eastern Sea State to Min.

I can't help but think of my family.

It's Miss An Ru's wedding today.

I really shouldn't have cried.

Miss An Ru, please forgive me.

Whenever there is war, lives are always taken.

Eastern Sea State is far more ruthless.

We heard about what happened to your family.

It's our negligence to have brought up such a painful matter.

It's only natural to cry when one is too emotional.

Pei, you need not ask for forgiveness.

I thank Miss An Ru for being so forgiving.

Miss An Ru, congratulations on having your wish fulfilled

by marrying an outstanding hero.

Your Grace.

Greetings, Your Grace.

What are you doing here?

Do you know what day this is?

In the past two years that Your Grace has collaborated with our king

haven't I always been the one to send information back and forth?

I recall that Your Grace was always very happy to see me in the past.

Why has your expression changed since you returned victorious?

Your king and I made a pact.

Once the Eastern Sea State battle was over

we wouldn't stay in contact unless there was some important matter!

Now that you're here today, it's as good as breaking that promise.

Master Xun.

Our marquis has been welcoming guests at the front door

awaiting your arrival.

He just happens to have gone in to get changed.

Master Xun, please forgive him and wait a while longer.

- Go quickly. - Yes.

Your Grace, calm down and don't get angry.

Of course it is an important matter since you're getting married today.

How is this breaking our promise?

Not only is our king the maternal uncle of Your Grace

but also your mentor.

Now that you're getting married

as your uncle, how can he act impolitely?

Your Grace, wouldn't you like to take a look at it?

This black crystal sword should look familiar to you.

This is our king's favorite black crystal sword.

It's a rare treasure.

It's one of a kind.

After all, you did train in Black Crystal Swordsmanship.

You surely need a matching black crystal sword.

Therefore, our king asked me to deliver it to you

as a wedding gift.

On my wedding day

you brought me a black crystal sword known to be wielded by Marquis Mo Zi.

Do you think that I've covered my tracks too well?

Are you trying to help or harm me?

If I were to explain it in our king's own words

you're his most favorite disciple.

You've now become someone worthy of this black crystal sword.

Fine, I'll accept this gift.

Since you've delivered the gift

Madam, you should leave quickly.

I've known Your Grace for years.

I came all this way

but Your Grace won't even offer me a cup of wedding wine?

Madam, are you joking?

Your Grace, calm down.

Since you refuse to have me over, I will leave.

I just hope that when Your Grace is enjoying great success

you won't forget the kindness of Eastern Sea State.

Your Grace.

Master Xun is in the front yard.

We heard you. His Grace will be there soon.

Yes.

I have guests in the front hall.

He Cheng.

Present.

Look after Madam Qi.

Yes.

- Put it away. - I understand.

Master Xun, this way, please.

I've told them to keep an eye out in the streets.

Who knew that they would miss you.

It's too impolite of me not to have welcomed you in sooner.

It's your big day.

You might not even get to catch your breath with so many guests.

From today on, we're a family.

There's no need for formalities.

Yes.

From now on, in private

Master Xun is my older relative.

On this auspicious day, I have more good news for you.

What is it?

You belong to the close branch of the Imperial Clan.

Moreover, you contributed in defending the nation.

Recently, many officials have suggested

that your family's royal title should be reinstated.

My royal title?

The cabinet has already decided.

However, Prince Ning just passed away.

The Imperial Clan will need a bit more time to process it.

But the decree won't be announced later than September.

It's all because of His majesty's trust in me and your support

that I could achieve so much.

You have to be lucky and truly capable as well.

This way, please.

Being a single lady is different from being someone's wife.

An Ru...

Have you listened carefully so you can remember what I just reminded you?

It's rumored that Miss Xun is favored by Empress Dowager

so she must be arrogant and spoiled like a princess.

But I know very well just how lovely you are.

Don't worry.

I've heard that the marquis is also quite a mild-tempered man.

If you and your husband share the same mind and virtues