[chinese Drama] Painted Skin 2 - Engsub - Episode 4

Episode 4 Trouble... Insufficient energy If I don't drink any blood, I'm afraid Miss Why aren't you walking properly? What are you doing? Let me go What? You're the one who bumped into me first Since you bump into me, I can't let it slide If I let it slide then, I'm wasting the heaven's effort Right, beautiful? Let go of my hand. What if I don't want to? You're looking for death. Mr... Why not Take a look, there are a lot of people here. Then lets find a place where there is no one It's him. What are you doing? - Miss... -help! Please help me! Please help! Please help! Are you okay, miss? You don't have to be scared. He's already gone. Brother Sheng Miss..what brother sheng Don't tell me it's Brother's Sheng's descendant? You're hurt? Maybe I was trip earlier Let me help you to sit and I'll check it Be careful He's really Brother Sheng's descendant I finally found him Miss, what happened? Did I hurt you? It's ok..no problem Sorry.. maybe i'm a little rough if you don't mind I'll help you to bandage it Then sorry to trouble you sir No worries My name is Xiaowei I wonder what's yours My name is *** Sister.. why did you run over here? I've been looking for you for so long. Master... Miss... It's you..Zai Que, you guys Sister, the one who saved me at the restaurant is this guy. What a coincidence Someone treated me poorly earlier and this gentleman is the one who saved me Both of us sisters are indebted I don't know how to repay you Miss, you're too formal I'm part of the army It's my responsibility to protect the people You're also part of the army? That's right Sister, sun is going down. Let's find an inn to rest and talk Both miss, I'm staying at Tongjiang Inn south of the village. Even though it isn't grand, but it's clean and it's cheap Cheap is good. Then we'll stay there Sister, what do you say? Ok..sorry for the trouble sir No problem..Let's go Miss Xiaowei, in the next few days, you have to walk carefully Sorry sir for the trouble I see that both of you aren't local Where are you from? Both our parents have passed At first, we came here to search for family members but they've moved We both has no one to depend on and the money that we brought are almost gone So we can only loiter around here. Though the outer village is small, it's a place where thugs mingle. Both of you are females You have to be careful When you meet those who bully you Matters that you mentioned we will remember and be careful Sir, you're the nicest person that I've ever met I'm not a young master of what sort Both of you can call me *** Ying How can that be? Both of us sisters are all alone. To be able to know you and cared by you in the future Don't say anything like that There's fate if you need anything, just say it Then Xiaowei thank you Don't hesitate Ok..both of you should rest early If you need anything, come and find me Go and send him out Sister, say it honestly Are you involved with him? We just met.. what involvement do you think we have? Don't just guess I'm not guessing The way you look at him is different than others Do you want to kill him and eat his heart? Though I'm a witch, I don't easily kill. Besides, he's a kind person who helped us. I originally don't like humans either. But he's an exception. Sister, your face seems pale. The day of the blood moon is near. Let's go find Madam quickly. My spiritual power is lacking right now so it's best not to move me. Let me rest for a few days before departing. Is this the legendary phantom monster? Elder Prince, it's your wedding day and you're not with your bride. What are you doing here? Your apprentice is practicing the art of immortality. and is not interested in the world. Elder's dark art that can summon soldiers from hell is a work of art surpassing even the heavens. I look forward to that. I wonder when I will be able to practice this art? Practicing magic requires special power from the heavens and earth. It should be a gradual, orderly progress so that the benefits will increase endlessly. If you are too impatient, you may stray to the demon's path. That is a great taboo. Yes. The King has been temperamental lately and stirs up fights with me. He even wants to displace me and set someone else as queen. I really can't let this go. So Your Highness has come to me because...? The Elder Prince is obsessed with magical practices. The King doesn't like this. I'm afraid that someday the King will displace him and set someone else as the heir. Is Your Highness talking about the Second Prince, Zheng Ji? Yes, that ***. He's the same as his mother. I've always wanted to eliminate this troublemaker. Now should be the time. Your Highness, if you do this, isn't it a bit too hasty? Think about it, if you remove Zheng Ji, you will stir up His Majesty's anger. Wouldn't that be counterproductive? So that's why I'm discussing this with you, Elder. I want to see if there are any surefire plans that can make those two disappear quietly. Your Highness, would doing this be unreasonable? I think that His Highness is ignoring you on purpose these days. Even if you remove the Second Prince, there are still the Third Prince and the Fourth Prince. But as for Your Highness, your position seems to be in danger. I think it's better to spend some time thinking of ways to regain His Majesty's favor. Situ, I nicely called you to discuss plans with you, not to have you criticize me! Do you think that without my recommendation, you would have your current position in the Everlasting Clan? Your Highness, don't be mad. Your grace is imprinted in my heart. So, for cautionary purposes, everything must be well thought-out for you. Do you really have me in mind? Of course. So having you go back and regain His Majesty's favor isn't it for our future? Because of these troublesome matters, you have thinned too much. Only if you live well will I be happy. Mother, Ji Er. Mother, you have urgent matters for me? I want you to go to Zhongyuan for me. To Zhongyuan? For what? It's like this, Ji Er. Your grandfather, that is, my father, has passed away for many years. As his daughter, I haven't gone to pay respect to him. These days, I've had dreams nightly, missing your grandfather. So I want you to go back and pay respect to him for me and let you visit some members of the Zheng family. Mother, are you hiding something from me that you want me to leave so soon? Is the Queen threatening you again? No, no, no. No matter if that's true, we two should be together. I won't leave you. No, you must leave! Mother, what happened? Tell me. Tell me! Alright, I'll tell you. But please don't be impulsive. Your Majesty, the foreigns clans have been invading our borders lately, Not only have they been raiding our wealth, but have also been harassing our people. Our soldiers barely defended them. We have lost a lot. I would like to ask your majesty to make a decision as soon as possible. to come up with a strategy to defend ourselves from the enemies So what will you suggest? Um... Okay. If there are no strategies at the moment then let us discuss about it tomorrow - your majesty... -Leave! Your Majesty, past dynasties have always prioritized peace in dealing with the border problems. Armed conflicts are sure to bring extensive damage to both sides. In my humble opinion, we should follow previous traditions and arrange an intermarriage. No labor or money is required. Not only would it save our country, but it would also solve the border conflicts. Intermarriage again? Don't all you people know the pain of separation for the imperial family? Is Intermarriage the only way? Your Majesty, Your Majesty, you musn't underestimate the enemy's troops this time. If we can't force them out, I'm afraid the commoners will suffer much. Society would also become unstable. Your Majesty, Lord Xiao is right. Before there were chaos for many years and the people weren't able to live well. If war occurs again, the country will become unstable. Then Consort Lan also wants intermarriage? Your Majesty, past dynasties all have had the precedent of intermarriage. I think, if the ancestors were able to keep this tradition for so long, it must have its benefits. And besides, intermarriage is also part of Your Majesty's duties. The commoners are all Your Majesty's people. Your Majesty, you also have the duty of protecting your people. Alright. For now, it'll be done according to Lord Xiao's advice. I heard that Zhongyuan's soil is fertile with numerous beauties. Yet it sent a lowly diplomat to negotiate with us, talking about intermarriage. It thinks it can satisfy me by just sending a woman to me. Do they think I can be dismissed as a beggar? When I've conquered Zhongyuan, all the gold, silver, and jewelries will belong to me. Then I will get a few more women of the Zhongyuan and enjoy myself. Ke'Han, legend has it that there is a priceless item in the world called Golden Phoenix Heart. The Golden Phoenix is supposedly the daughter of the Heaven Emperor and the Human Emperor. And the Heart refers to how the daughter has an ingenious and exquisite heart. It is the only one in the world. Since it's the only one, how do I marry her? For this very reason, Your Majesty can ask to marry the precious princess possessing the Golden Phoenix Heart. Since this is only a rumor, they won't be able to find a princess like this. At that time, we can of course say that Zhongyuan has no sincerity and has insulted our clan. Then, logically, we can turn hostile to them. Good. Good idea! Then I shall marry for our clan a Golden Phoenix princess. What a joke! I've already made concessions and tried to use intermarriage to calm their hearts and comfort their people so that the commoners can avoid war sufferings. The enemy clan hasn't retreated but rather has brought up marrying our country's most precious Princess. All of my princesses are dignified and unordinary. Which one isn't priceless? I haven't talked about my reluctance! And now they dare to set their own terms? Besides, intermarriage and choosing a princess is a small matter. Our country's image is the most important! How can we take orders from a foreign clan? Your Majesty, I think without an armed attack, we won't be able to display our country's strength. This can't be, Your Majesty. This matter must be well thought-out first. And now even though our troops can't be underestimated, our nation's treasury is limited. If we invest large amounts of money into drafting and training troops, we will definitely make the lives of commoners harder. Only a princess for intermarriage, not an armed conflict, is needed for peace in the borders. Isn't this the best strategy, Your Majesty? Just like what Your Majesty said, intermarriage is a small matter. The damage to our country's military dignity is great. We can't let this go and allow the enemy to further taunt us. All the Lords, do any of you have other suggestions? Your Majesty, I also think intermarriage is good. Allow me to think over this more. Dismissed. Seeing how Your Majesty has been so hardworking, it really hurts my heart. It's a pity that I'm not a princess I can't even share Your Majesty's burdens. Consort Lan is so caring. I am the Heaven's Son, yet I can't even protect the children I love most. I have to endure the enemy clan's threats. I feel ashamed. Your Majesty, Your Majesty shouldn't blame this on yourself. I think the princesses all know the enormity of the situation and will understand Your Majesty's situation. These days, without Jing Er's news, I don't know where she is. I wonder when she will be back. Your Majesty, Your majesty, Xiao Xiao Hou Ye and Muo *** Wei must have gone I believe they must be with Princess I have already sent guards to find them I just pray Jing Er will be back safely Go! Ah Muo go and find some wood for the fire so the Princess will be kept warm Yes. Ah Muo where are you going? The food we had was soaked in rain water I'm going to fetch some food No need Its a heavy downpour. Don't go It's just food. We can eat the ones we have now Let's wait until it stops raining But... I am afraid that Princess won't be used to these food Don't be so picky I'm fine with it! Please don't reveal that painful expression on your face The criminal world you are experiencing today is it not what you always wanted to experience? Bivouacking everyday no matter what the weather; never eating enough food Or even hunted by killers But worse of all is when you don't even have the opportunity to shower for a whole day You cannot say that to Princess Is it because of your former days where you eat and drink all you want and not being careful with money, thus spending everything you had I am not worried that Princess will be suffer and endure hardships Also, when we left I thought having followed the princess to this far we can return to the palace any time Who would be prepared? Princess, should we go to yamen and show them your identity so we can borrow some money from them How can we do that? If we do that, my identity and location will be discovered Also, the palace is like a prison We are still not sure if this is a blessing or a curse yet If I return to that place, my life is also at risk Princess Qing Er, if we continue like this Not only will we not have a place to live, but also the money to eat Whatever, I am not going to return to that place. - Let's go back - I don't want to! Cousin, money problems will be resolved naturally But think about it If we just return now, who would know what will happen during the journey (-sound of horses-) Ah Mo What are you doing? Sh...can't you hear the sounds from outside? The sound of well trained horses shows that if they are not soldiers, they are thieves. We have no idea who they are. Are they sent to assassin me? I'm glad that we can find a shelter at last! Let's stay in here tonight. Light the fire. Yes - Let's take a look around. - Okay. We have been trying to find Princess for many days already But we couldn't find her, not even a shadow No wonder there are rumours around and inside the palace that the Princess is very naughty I really don't understand why as a person of noble birth, she would rather run about. Making us all run around looking for her. Geez. Look at the terrible weather and we even end up taking shelter in this run-down house Tell me, why do I have to suffer this unjust treatment? I really think Princess Jing don't even look like a real princess She does not even look like she came from a royal family She is playing with her knives and guns all day and she also looks ferocious I have heard rumours that quite a while ago, she was even mixing with some gangsters This is damaging the demeanour reputation of the royal family I really feel bad for the unlucky guy who have to marry her Poor guy! We should find a powerful man who will be able to give this scold a lesson Why are you laughing? Look at you. Your notoriety has already spread through everyone Why are you still laughing? Give me some meat. Give me some of those too - Yes yes yes I will. - Can you hand the wine over to me? - Yes -Don't drink too much -Give me some too please -Give the wine -Come -Save some for me Come, eat some meat! I have an idea. What idea? Don't we need money? Someone is giving out free money. Let's go. Wake up, wake up! What? I saw a ghost. A ghost? Ghost! There's a ghost! How about it? My acting skill is pretty good right? You were acting? You are a ghost even without acting. Don't chit chat now. Hurry and get the food and money. If they wake up, there will be trouble. Finally I'm clean. It's so comfortable. When I think of how we tricked those fools yesterday, it was way too fun. Princess should return to the palace. I know that Princess can't let go of *** Ying. But if *** Ying has Princess in his heart, he wouldn't have gone so decisively leaving without a word. He's not worth it. Alright, Ah Mo You haven't experienced lovesickness. You don't understand. How can I not understand? The palace's mammy said, Infatuated women will get betrayed by heartless men. Big Brother isn't a heartless man. He's kind at heart, honest, and honorable. He's different from all the men I've met before. Unlike outsiders, and Cousin, who treat me as a princess, spoiling me and respecting me. Only he, treats me as a heart-to-heart friend. You don't know that when I'm with him, there isn't scheming or fighting. There aren't rules or regulations. There isn't the limitation of etiquettes. I can also be like a commoner living free of care. Ah Mo, I've never been so carefree before. Perhaps, perhaps this is fate. What fate? One is a royal, the other's a soldier. You guys are heavens and earth apart. There is no fate. Cousin, the fate between Big Brother and me is none of your business. I will control my own fate. I will fight for the person I like. I don't believe at all that if Big Brother and I are fated to meet, we aren't fated to know each other. Brother Sheng, Miss Xiaowei, You are practicing boxing? Yes, I'm afraid I will get rusty so I came out to practice for a bit. Your clothes are ripped. I didn't even notice myself. If convenient, how about you give it me and when I have mended it, I will give it back to you. How can I do that? You have saved both my sister and me. I have nothing to repay you. If I can't even mend some clothes, then I am truly useless. Then I'll trouble you, Miss Xiaowei. You really are skilled. You are over-praising me. Miss Xiaowei, since you sisters can't go to a relative, what plans do you have for the future? I have an unlucky life. Cai Que and I have no one to rely on. The future is unpredictable. We'll see if we can find some odd jobs in the city. It must be hard for you girls to make it for yourself out there. I heard that in the army, they need someone to perform domestic tasks. If you don't mind the hardwork, then I can ask them for you. After all, the military has strict policies. It's still much safer than those slum places. You always think of everything. I really don't know how to repay you for taking care of us so well. You don't need to be so formal. -Meeting by chance -Is fate. It seems like you really like that saying. Yes. Maybe it's because when I was little, my parents always said that. So it slowly became my catchphrase. Sister, Sister, how about we go find some prey outside. No need, I can endure it. If you endure it, you won't keep your human form. I have an idea for you. Kill that *** Ying so you can forget about him. No! He's Brother Sheng's descendant. You can't kill him. You are a fool! He's not *** Sheng. Do you want to fall in love again and suffer in the Ice Hell? Sister, don't be so stupid anymore. You are a witch. He's a human. He can't fall in love with me! He's here. Sister, Miss Xiaowei. Sister Go! Miss Cai Que, Sir ***, Sir ***, please come in. What are you here for？ Miss Xiaowei, your complexion doesn't appear to be well. Are you feeling sick? My sister is... You are over-worried. Perhaps because of the past days' journey, I've become tired. It's not a big deal. Do you need anything? I brought some ointment for tripping injuries. I think your feet must have not healed yet. Thank you very much. Sir ***, my sister's feet are fine. She was just talking about taking a walk outside. Can you please accompany my sister for the walk? Cai Que! Of course I can. Coincidentally, I know of a place nearby with a very beautiful night scenery. I'll take you there. No thanks. Sister, aren't you feeling stuffy? Go take a walk and breathe some fresh air. Don't miss the chance! Alright then. Ok. This place is really beautiful. I also happened to find this place by chance and thought it resembled my hometown a lot. Sir, you must really love your hometown. Of course. Then why were you demoted here to guard the borders? Why do you think that I was demoted here? You are so skilled and yet you are at a desolate place like this to guard the borders. Did you really choose this yourself? Although this place is incomparable to the Capital. I feel carefree and at ease here. As a man guarding the borders, I don't have to entangle myself with relationships and other worldly things. And I don't need to be good at trickery. I only need to kill the enemy courageously and protect my country. This way, it must more meaningful than fighting for power in the court. Aren't your parents worried that you are stationed out here? My parents passed away very early. The *** family only has me left. I don't miss anyone and don't need anyone to miss me. Miss Xiaowei, are you alright? I'm fine. It might be that the evening fog was too heavy. It's all my fault. I knew you were weak and yet I brought you to a riverside. I'll take you to the doctor. No need. It's a problem I have had for many years. I'll be fine if I go back and rest for a bit. You don't need to worry about me. Please just escort me home. Alright, come. I think a doctor's visit would be good for you. I'll go out and find a clinic later. Please don't, sir. I'm fine. Really. This, Sister, I'm fine. I'm sorry for troubling you. I'll take care of my sister now. Please don't say that. Then please rest well, Miss Xiaowei. Let's go in. You couldn't bear to kill him so you returned quickly. Now look at how you have become! I'll give you some of my spiritual power for now. Cai Que, thank you. Don't be so formal with me. My bit of spiritual power really can't help you for so long. You should go outside to find some prey. I'll stay here and cover for you. Let go of me. Let go of me. So you want to eat even my heart? You are more and more lowly now. Even a beast's blood won't escape you. So this is the human world you love. If you think I'm lowly, then stay far from me. You are my prisoner. Even if you die, you have to die in my Ice Hell. You are damaging your own spirituality to save me. Is it just because I am your prisoner? What do you think you are? For me, you are just a bit more practiced than those lowly beasts. You! Then right now, are you taking me back? My spirituality can only save your life temporarily. If you don't go back with me, when the day of the blood moon comes again, your spirit will be scattered. So my lord don't wish to see my spirit scattered? You are so infatuated with the human world that you have become like a human Opinionated and foolish. I like foolishly staying in the human world. I want to. I'm not scared of my spirit dissipating into thin air. But as for that emotionless, heartless Ice Hell, that would be the real hopelessness. Whether or not you return is not up to you. My lord, it seems like your spirituality isn't compatible with my spirit. I don't feel right. My spirituality is too rich. Your practice is not enough. then go back with me at once. Okay. I will go back with you. Miss Xiao Wei Miss Xiao Wei I have heard rumours that there's a miracle-working doctor who can heal any diseases. Let me bring you to him.