Xiao Zhan’s family was broken up, but ten years later he married a princess and reached the pinnacle
Master. Have you memorized everything? I have. Once you arrive in the Capital, go to Zhen Tower. Someone will meet you there. Don’t worry. They won’t uncover your identity so easily. I’ll erase all traces of you here. there’s something I’ve always wanted to ask you. You saw the mark on my hand years ago. Why didn’t you ask then? I… I didn’t dare. All these years, you must’ve been curious about who your savior and masters really are. But none of that matters. Just remember: Ever since the night you were rescued, we’ve all lived for your sake. If you still wish to know, ask Gao Ming when you see him. Now go. take care. Until we meet again. [The Capital] [Ding’an Gate] [Ding’an Gate] Step right up, everyone. If you are new to the Capital, Zhen Tower is a must-visit! That’s right! We’ve got food… Drinks… Games… And all kinds of fun. There are also the shadow plays by Mr. Eight at the Moonview Hall. – You don’t want to miss them. – You don’t want to miss them. Curious about capital gossip? Or court secrets? – We’ve got it all. – We’ve got it all. Come in, everyone. This way, please. Sir… – Don’t forget to see Mr. Eight’s shadow plays. – Welcome. This way, please! Step right in, everyone. Over here. Look at this. it’s beautiful. Let’s go that way. All top-quality goods! Right this way. [Zhen Tower] Fire it up! That sounds lovely. [By Imperial Grace and Honor]
You’re off-key. are you…? A pot of tea, please. And light the lamp. You want to light the lamp, sir? Yes. Light it. Right away, sir. Thank you for waiting, sir. Here is your lamp. why is this lamp different from all the others? you don’t know? I’m new here. I don’t know the rules. May I ask, what’s special about this lamp? The seat you took is called the Vermilion Bird Head. It’s reserved for the most honored and generous guests. Whoever sits here and lights the lamp claims the Moonview Hall for the night. They must tip the performers and cover tea and drinks for everyone. lighting this lamp costs 1,000 liang. The last person to light it was Prince Yongrong. Then I won’t light it. And I’ll give up the seat. Excuse me. Hold on. Once you sit in the Vermilion Bird Head, you can’t just walk away. And once the lamp is lit, you can’t simply put it out. To be honest, I don’t have that kind of money. This is all I have. Seven liang of silver. I really can’t afford the seat. There are seats downstairs. Come with me. First time in the Capital? Yes. Here at Zhen Tower, even standing to watch costs money. The spot you’re standing on is five liang. You gave me seven. So now, should I return the rest or explain tonight’s play to you for just two liang as a welcome gesture? All right. explain the play to me. Alas… The winds shift and swirl. The phoenix has passed on. That phoenix must be the Empress Dowager. You’re quite clever. That phoenix is the Empress Dowager who passed away eight days ago. The dragon represents the late Emperor. And the koi beside it is Dowager Noble Consort Li, his most beloved consort. The dragon finds the koi and ignores the phoenix’s plea. By rite, the Empress Dowager should be buried with the late Emperor. But he’s already interred with Dowager Noble Consort Li. That leaves the current Emperor with a dilemma. Then that golden dragon must be the current Emperor. What about those toads? Who do they represent? the chattering officials. Look. Doesn’t it match perfectly? The Emperor has no son. For years, the ministers have pressured him to name a successor. Since the Empress Dowager’s death, they’ve grown ever more insistent, writing memorials, kneeling in protest, and pleading with him to follow tradition and remove Dowager Noble Consort Li from the imperial mausoleum. Now the court is split in two: One faction, led by the Prince of Linzi, demands the Empress Dowager’s will be honored, while the other refuses to yield. So the rooster surrounded by the toads is the Prince of Linzi? He’s the Empress Dowager’s son. The burial dispute was brought up by him. He even asked to return to the Capital and mourn her for a full year. The golden dragon flares in anger and vanishes into the clouds, gone without a trace. And what’s the Emperor’s stance? Didn’t you see the dragon fly away? He’s washed his hands of it. The white tiger steps in and moves to quell the unrest. The croaking toads raise a clamor. Now only three days remain. The white tiger is the lead of the play, isn’t it? Exactly. The white tiger represents the Grand Master for Glorious Happiness, the Marquis of Pingjin. At first, the Emperor assigned the funeral affairs to the Ministry of Works and the Imperial Astronomical Bureau. But the Vice Minister of Works, Zhuang Zhifu, is the Marquis’s son. To protect his son, the Marquis had no choice but to step in. Where are you going? The play’s not over yet. Something serious is about to happen here. you’d better leave too. What is it? What did you see? Come. Do you see that man to my right? There’s a steel blade hidden in his folding fan. And the man on my left has been writing non-stop. I think he’s recording evidence. That one? Don’t point. Look how upright he’s sitting. He’s definitely armed. And look up. Several men are keeping watch upstairs. I think they’re here for Mr. Eight. Them? Those men? They’re guards from the Imperial Surveillance Office. They answer to Mr. Cao. Mr. Cao? The Seal-Holding Eunuch Director of the Directorate of Ceremonial. He commands the Office and is the head of all eunuchs. From government offices to inns and taverns, his men are everywhere in the Capital. – Bravo! – Bravo! And Mr. Eight dares to tell such a story with the guards right here? Did you notice the plaque in the main hall when you came in? “By Imperial Grace and Honor.” That’s a jade plaque personally bestowed by the Emperor. With it here in Zhen Tower, it’s like having an imperial decree guarding the place. The guards have kept watch for years, but they’ve never once made a move. They may have held back before, but today might be different. Why? Though Mr. Eight only alludes to the powerful with code names, he’s surely offended quite a few of them. And today, he’s spoken of the Emperor himself, revealing too many secrets from within the palace. With Mr. Cao deeply trusted by the Emperor, the guards have perfect reasons to strike. Even that jade plaque may not be enough to protect him. Then by your logic, Mr. Eight may not live to see tomorrow. if you know Mr. Eight, you’d best tell him to leave, now. This place is full of agents. With their skill and methods, he wouldn’t escape even with wings. You’re a clever man. Think of something for him. Me? What can I possibly do? This has nothing to do with me. Nonsense. You could do him a great favor. Huh? So you are Mr. Eight! What an honor. what are you doing? I’d never seen Mr. Eight’s face before. Turns out it’s someone so striking. The man on stage is just a stand-in, then? How gracious of you to enjoy the play among us. Mr. Eight? Mr. Eight! Mr. Eight! accept my humble salute. What are you trying to do? No one’s ever seen Mr. Eight. You’re him now. So run. I… Why don’t you write a book, sir? We’d love that! Exactly! Mr. Eight. Mr. Eight, where are you going? Don’t leave. Don’t go. Where are you headed? Mr. Eight! Why are you running off? Tell us more. Over there! Go! Stop! – Get him! – Go! Fool. – Get him! – This way! Where did he go? Over here! Get over here. Don’t move. Just follow my lead. Mr. Wang, you’re drunk. You can’t hold your liquor at all. You barely had a drop! Mr. Wang, you’re drunk already? Come on now. The Earl of Dingyuan’s son is still waiting for you at Zhen Tower. Come on. Let’s go. Come with me. We’ll keep drinking. Anything? We lost him. No sign of him. All right. Let’s go. Mr. Wang, watch your step. I didn’t expect you’d be the one to pick me up. You were headed for the Capital. Of course I came ahead to make arrangements. If I hadn’t been here, you might’ve died today. I really let my guard down today. Didn’t expect to be taught a lesson at Zhen Tower. Who was that girl who tricked you? No idea. I only know she works for the tower. are those guards really that dangerous? Don’t worry. They’re just a bunch of men carrying out orders. They’ve probably realized by now that you weren’t their target. now you’ve seen how much danger and hidden power lie in the Capital. You’re right. I’ll have to be more careful. I did learn something. At least I now know what the Marquis of Pingjin is working on. Let’s hear it. It’s about the Empress Dowager’s burial. The court is split in two. One side insists on maintaining the current plan, keeping the late Emperor buried with Dowager Noble Consort Li. The other demands her coffin be removed so the late Emperor and Empress can be buried together. The Emperor, caught in the middle, handed the problem to the Marquis of Pingjin’s son, Vice Minister of Works, Zhuang Zhifu. with only three days left, the Marquis of Pingjin has stepped up to take charge. He’s been searching the Capital for feng shui masters. Tell me. Who was the Empress Dowager? The late Emperor’s wife. The current Emperor’s imperial mother. And who was Dowager Noble Consort Li? The Emperor’s birth mother and the late Emperor’s favorite consort. Then who’s really caught in this conflict? The Emperor? So while this may look like a ritual dispute between old and new courtiers, at its heart, it’s a power struggle between the Emperor and the court. If he doesn’t move the noble consort’s coffin, he’ll lose the ministers’ support. But if he does, he angers the people. Whatever he chooses, he loses something. do you still think this can be solved by hiring a feng shui master? Then surely the Marquis of Pingjin understands this too. Why is he going along with it? Because it’s about showing that he’s tried. Take them all! Come. Let go of me! [Coffin Shop]
Sirs, you’ve got the wrong man! I don’t know a thing about feng shui! You’ve got the wrong man! I just make coffins! Honey… They’re rounding up every feng shui master they can find, anyone even loosely connected to funerals. don’t! A few days ago, they even took a man who sold incense. Move! This is the Marquis of Pingjin sending a message to the court: he’s doing his best. allow me. do I look like a feng shui master to you? are you ready to enter the game? – Son… – Father! Father! – Sir… – Father! Move! Father! Take them both. Son… my boy. please wait! Who is this? I heard you were searching for feng shui masters. I’m no expert, but I know a thing or two about the art. I’m willing to help. Would you consider letting the child go? Interesting. You walked right into this yourself. Very well. Come along too. Move! wait. Feng shui is delicate work. Kids are clumsy by nature. We wouldn’t want the child to mess up your plans, right, sir? son. Now move. Up! Father! I’m fine, son. I’ll be fine! I’m just a butcher. I’ve helped a Taoist priest gut a piglet. That’s it. What would I know about feng shui? Marquis of Pingjin, even a pig’s better than you! If I can trade my life for my son’s safety, I’ll die content. Sir… Kind sir, thank you for saving my boy. get up. Your kindness is beyond measure. I may never have the chance to repay it in this life. But in the next, I, Fan Liu, would gladly serve you, even as a beast of burden. No need for that. With luck, we might just make it out alive. What were you thinking? We all tried to run, and you volunteered? Do you really know this stuff, or are you just faking it? Come on, everyone. We’re just going to see the Marquis of Pingjin, not King Yan.
[*god of death] Are you saying you can fix this? Let fate decide. I’m tired. Mr. Fan, please wake me when we arrive. Thanks. All right. We’re about to die, and he wants a nap? – Get in. – Move it. Inside. Go! Get in. Get in! Move! Shut the gate! Open up! – Let me out! – Open the gate! – Let me out! – Let us out! Stay close to the wall. If you want to live, don’t move! What is this place? We have no other choice but to move forward now. This tomb is full of traps. You must step exactly where I tell you. And don’t touch anything. Is that clear? This is the Wing-Chariot Turtle, facing south with its back to the north. “Among the Five Elements, Water and Earth always remain. Among the Nine Stars, Fuxing and Bixing stay close.” This place must’ve been built following the Nine-Star Layout. That way is west. You mean you can get us out? I’ll try. listen carefully. When I count to three, we’ll move together. Fan Liu, come here. You’ll step on the second tile to the west. you’ll step on the third tile to the west. Got it? three! The traps here are all linked. As long as you’re in the right spot, you’ll be safe. on my count, step back onto the first tile to your east. And you, sir, step onto the first tile to the west. Are you sure this is the one? Trust me. All right. I… I’ll do it. Ready? three! “The Bumu and Jiaoji Stars bring ill omens. When the Renzhuan Star presides, all remains calm and smooth. Demon, and Confusion Stars are of one kind, and joined by Hedao, the four spell disaster.” You may have left the battlefield, My Lord, but your strength is undiminished. Every arrow hits the mark. Your grace hasn’t faded one bit. – Indeed. – Exactly. Since he doesn’t know when to shut up, cut his tongue out. Have mercy, My Lord! Please spare me, My Lord! My Lord… Let’s go. My Lord… they’re all inside the tomb passage now. My Lord, another batch of feng shui masters has arrived. What about the previous ones? They’ve been dealt with, as you ordered. Over 80 men, and not one with a working solution? True masters of feng shui tend to live in seclusion. I’ve sent more men across the land to seek them out. We’ll find one, My Lord, and solve this crisis. Mr. Chu, if I rely on you to “put out the fire”, then my own residence may soon go up in flames. Forgive me, My Lord. I’ll do everything I can. Switch bows. father. May I ask you something? Isn’t the Empress Dowager’s burial a matter between the Emperor and the court? Why turn to feng shui for a solution? Everyone has their own opinion on the matter, but only the Emperor’s view truly matters. while his intentions are easy to guess, finding a solution that satisfies both sides is a real challenge. What if we never find a qualified master? Then I’ll find another way. But first, you must play your part well. Don’t give them anything to use against you. No matter what, I will protect you. I understand. Thank you, Father. “When Earth’s essence aligns with virtue, destiny flows without hindrance. Whether the Five Energies are imbalanced or whole decides fortune or ruin. Heaven above, Earth below, it is Man who holds the highest worth. Follow the way, and you find fortune; resist it, and ruin follows.” I think I stepped on the wrong tile. Get down! What was that? Don’t move! Those are Bone-Cutting Wires, a tomb trap passed down from the previous dynasty. Didn’t expect to see them here. How are we supposed to get through? These wires can slice through iron, but they’re very rare. No tomb builder would lay them without a plan. There must be a pattern to follow. step on the fourth tile to the west. Fan Liu, step on the fourth tile to the southwest. Got it. We’ll move together toward the edge of the trap. On my count: three! “Study the Stems and Branches, and fate shall reveal its blessings and misfortunes. To awaken the unaware, one must grasp the laws of harmony and opposition.” three! I’ve reached the end. Then open the gate already! I can’t leave yet. This is the passage to the imperial tomb. Its defenses are far tighter than any ordinary burial chamber. If I leave this tile, yours will shift, and the trap will be triggered. What do we do? Don’t panic. Just keep following my lead. We’re standing in a Nine-Star Layout. we need to reverse the path from the Yellow Star in the Center Palace. The Yellow Star in the Center Palace… step on the second tile to the northwest. Fan Liu, step on the fourth tile to the southwest. Okay… Get ready. two… Sir… Trust me. All right. Let’s go. three! My eyes! [Cutleaf False Oxtongue] By day, they toil in the fields. By night, they spin the flax at home. In the village, every man and woman tends to their own household work. Though the young ones have yet to learn farming or weaving, they still sit beneath the mulberry shade, learning to sow seeds. Geomancy studies the way of Heaven and Earth. [Mount Longkou]
We observe the stars above and examine the land below. This is the essence of geomancy. Mountains wind and coil like dragons upon the earth. To choose the right site, you must know the direction of the wind, the flow of water, and the state of the soil. Master. You know what they say: “Haste makes waste.” One day, you’ll understand that the most powerful skill in this world is to deceive others with truth and honesty. When I was your age, I also found this principle very deep. It was only after suffering many losses that I came to comprehend it. What you mean is that I still need more training? What I mean is, you got fooled again. I am exceptionally gifted and innately skilled in deception. How could anyone ever make me suffer losses? You’re still too naive. Come here. This is for you. Sir. Sir. It’s been years since I last came to see you. You’ve grown so much. See if you can unlock it. General’s Lock? I see that you’ve been doing pretty well these past years. My masters have treated me well. They say you’ve learned a lot. I rise at the hour of Mao and rest at the hour of Hai each day, always maintaining my discipline. Don’t you find it suffocating and boring? When I’m bored, I just count the bricks and tiles in the pavilion. how many bricks are laid on the ground? Three thousand three hundred and eighty-one bricks. How many tiles are on the roof? Forty-eight thousand three hundred tiles. How many people in your household died that night? My household had ten disciples, all killed by those men in black. I saw my senior Gousheng’s neck being snapped. My sister and mother were both slain by the sword. That night, fourteen lives were lost in total. It’s been 325 days since then. I didn’t expect that after all these years, your resolve would stay unshaken. Your hatred hasn’t faded one bit. Since you lead a carefree life here, I thought that one day you’d eventually let it go. My master taught me there’s no need to show hatred on your face. Keep it in your heart as your heart is yours alone, unseen by others. But your face is out in the open, and everyone can see it. This is your birthday gift this year. See if you like it. This… He is your enemy, Marquis of Pingjin, Zhuang Luyin. That’s right. It’s him. [Zhuang Luyin]
I’ll remember him even if he turns to ashes. The Marquis of Pingjin has fought in countless battles, his hands stained with blood. Not only is he a formidable warrior, but he is also naturally cautious and suspicious. He always wears [Gather knowledge and cultivate wisdom]
a piece of golden-threaded soft armor, and his guards are impenetrable. Killing him is nearly impossible. You’ll have to rely on your wits. Then how can I get close to him? You must find a chance to serve as his aide. That’s why Master has been teaching me the art of strategy and diplomacy. There are three individuals by the Marquis of Pingjin’s side who stand between you and him. If you truly wish to approach the Marquis of Pingjin, you must first overcome these three challenges. [Qu Jiao]
This person is named Qu Jiao. He is the personal bodyguard of the Marquis of Pingjin and also the commander of his household troops. He is the Marquis’s executioner, known for his savage cruelty. He’s the one who killed my family. [Chu Huaiming] Chu Huaiming? He used to work under your father. Because of his mediocre abilities, he had little chance of being promoted in the Imperial Astronomical Bureau. So he betrayed your father and joined the Marquis of Pingjin. After your father died, the Marquis of Pingjin helped him rise to the position of Imperial Astronomer. This man is two-faced and despicable. Given your knowledge of geomancy, he will inevitably see you as a thorn in his side. [Yang Zhen] This man is named Yang Zhen. He is the chief aide to the Marquis of Pingjin. Back then, he was the one who made the massacre look like a random bandit attack, a clever cover-up for the Marquis. He is quite cunning and is highly valued by the Marquis of Pingjin. He’s also got the other aides in the Marquis’s Mansion under his thumb. If you enter the Marquis’s Mansion and start to stand out, you will certainly face his suppression. This is the list of everyone in the Marquis’s Mansion, Everyone there is sharp and calculating. [Jiang Xiang]
The Marquis’s Mansion [Female head of the Marquis’s Mansion]
is a web of complex power dynamics. [Zhuang Zhifu, Marquis’s Eldest Son]
You must proceed with utmost caution. [Register of Marquis’s Mansion] [Zhuang Zhixing, Marquis’s Second Son] [Zhuang Zhixing, Marquis’s Second Son] since you’ve shown me these, does that mean it’s time for me to return to the Capital? Zhinu hasn’t completed his training yet. Isn’t it a bit too soon for him to return to the Capital? Something significant has happened in the Capital. The Empress Dowager passed away three days ago. The court and the people are in deep mourning. I see. This opportunity is fleeting and might not come again. the hidden dragon, must dive deep now. you shall depart. I’ve spent years honing my craft, waiting for this very moment. Beyond fully mastering and integrating all that you’ve learned over the years, you must also remain exceptionally vigilant and strike only when the time is right. Only then can you survive in the Capital, a place of ever-shifting intrigue, and slowly lay the foundation for your revenge. I’ve prepared a new identity for you. Etch it into your heart. From this day on, you have only one name: Zang Hai. [Stranded in Qingquan Town, Jiangning Prefecture] [Well-versed in the art of geomancy.] Are you wondering what your benefactor and Xing Dou are discussing and why the Empress Dowager’s passing is considered a perfect opportunity? will you go to the Capital with me? Certainly. Really? Just the thought of having to be with you all the time really annoys me. I’m not annoyed. have some ribs. That’s more like it. you are showing some real respect.
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Xiao Zhan was charged with a blood feud overnight. After ten years of forbearance and study, he returned to the capital under the pseudonym Zang Hai. With his construction skills and tactics, he rose step by step in the court. He made the truth of the extermination of his family public and avenged his grievances. At the same time, he fell in love with Zhang Jingyi. In the process of growing up, he saw the bad habits of the court. In the end, for the stability of the country and the people’s livelihood, Zang Hai assisted Dayong to eliminate the war.
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