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Joy of Life — Season 2
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45mPlottingIn the aftermath of those events, Fan Xian staged his own demise to escape the envoy’s presence. He and Wang Qi Nian, disguised, made their way back to the capital, only to find that news of Fan Xian's supposed death had already swept through the city. With no safe haven, Fan Xian sought temporary refuge at Wang Qi Nian’s residence. While the two discussed a plan for rescue, Fan Xian himself had already formulated a strategy.May 16, 20249.3May 16, 202445m9.302
45mTrapFan Xian journeyed to the Eastern Palace to speak with the Crown Prince, delivering a troubling report. He revealed a conspiracy: the Second Prince and the Elder Princess were secretly working with Northern Qi in a smuggling operation. To uncover concrete evidence, Fan Xian insisted that a place called Shijia Town required immediate investigation.May 16, 202410.0May 16, 202445m10.003
45mLocating the WhereaboutsFan Xian planned to gain entry to the Moon Embracing Pavilion by way of a trading caravan. It was there he encountered Mr. Jin by chance. He offered Mr. Jin five hundred taels of silver, requesting that he assist in finding the location of Teng Zi Jin's wife and son.May 16, 202410.0May 16, 202445m10.004
45mEnemyPrince Cheng Ze commanded his troops to encircle the Moon Embracing Pavilion. He and Wang Qi Nian ascended to the upper floors, where they found Fan Xian. Prince Cheng Ze sought an alliance with Fan Xian, but Fan Xian responded with unwavering conviction that they were fundamentally different, fated for opposition rather than cooperation.May 16, 202410.0May 16, 202445m10.005
45mReturning from the DeadFan Xian instructed Fan Sze to remain confined to his residence, cautioning him against venturing beyond his chamber until Fan Xian’s return with the escort. He then proceeded to seek out Yan Bingyun, declaring that his pretense of death was at an end. Yet, news of Fan Xian's supposed demise had blossomed into a considerable affair. As the convoy approached the city gates, they encountered Prince Cheng Ru and his troops. Meanwhile, Xin Qi Wu, an official of the State Ceremonial Bureau, made hisMay 16, 202410.0May 16, 202445m10.006
46mAn ExplanationThe Elder Princess of Northern Qi discovered a scheduling conflict between her convoy and that of Prince Cheng Ru. They met in a tense standoff just beyond the city gate. The crown prince feigned surprise upon learning of Prince Cheng Ze's involvement in smuggling, while Prince Cheng Ze insisted the matter was a regrettable misunderstanding.May 17, 20249.0May 17, 202446m9.007
46mThe Path NorthwardThe crown prince confessed to the queen that he was responsible for the destruction of Shijia Town. Chen Ping Ping offered comfort to Fan Xian, returning his inspector’s pass and urging him to take up his place on the Overwatch Council. Fan Xian then informed Fan Jian and Madam Liu about Fan Si Zhe’s ventures in the pleasure trade, arranging for him to travel to Northern Qi. Despite apprehension regarding the arduous journey, Fan Si Zhe resolved to try his luck.May 17, 202410.0May 17, 202446m10.008
48mRectificationFan Xian arrived at the Overwatch Council seeking an overview of its operations, only to find a disconcerting lack of clarity. Resolved to revitalize the institution and eradicate its entrenched corruption, he resolved to act. He discovered that the Vegetable Inspection Office had dispatched a significant ingredient, which he considered a potential foundation for tackling the rot within. News that the Vegetable Inspection Office had been sealed off prompted Eunuch Dai to hasten to address the unMay 18, 202410.0May 18, 202448m10.009
46mThe Same EndPrince Cheng Ze was perplexed by Fan Xian's brazen display of bribery. Unable to decipher the meaning behind the act, he resolved to take no immediate action, choosing instead to watch and assess. Meanwhile, Fan Xian requested that Yan Bing Yun lead the Fourth Bureau of the Overwatch Council in an investigation of corruption beyond the capital’s walls. Yan Bing Yun agreed to assist Fan Xian, motivated by a sense of duty to the Qing Kingdom.May 19, 202410.0May 19, 202446m10.010
46mConfrontationLai Ming Cheng revealed Eunuch Dai's exploitative practices, detailing how the eunuch profited by ensnaring vegetable farmers with elaborate traps. Meanwhile, Cheng Ping Ping distinguished himself by offering testimony in favor of Fan Xian. As a result, Fan Xian was able to have the bribery charge against him dropped.May 20, 202410.0May 20, 202446m10.011
46mSetupPrince Cheng Ze sought out Fan Xian once more, harboring a hope that their animosity might be laid aside in favor of friendship. A murder had taken place at the Moon Embracing Pavilion, and Fan Xian himself took up the task of investigation. He discovered the victim was the daughter of Old Man Jin. Consumed by grief and rage, Fan Xian commanded a comprehensive inquiry into Yuan Meng, resolved to ensure the guilty party faced justice.May 20, 202410.0May 20, 202446m10.012
46mFarcePrince Cheng Ze disregarded the circulating rumors, determined to deepen the slight. He intended to leverage the gossip surrounding Fan Xian in Northern Qi to disrupt the union of Wan Er and Fan Xian. Ye Ling Er desired to dissolve the marriage agreement, but Prince Cheng Ze asserted that the Emperor's decree made it irrevocable.May 21, 202410.0May 21, 202446m10.013
46mSelfish MotivesRumors of Fan Xian leveraging his investigation into corrupt officials against Prince Cheng Ze and his allies have swept through the capital. The Overwatch Council has announced the apprehension of those responsible for the murder at Moon Embracing Pavilion, revealing the identity of their orchestrator.May 21, 202410.0May 21, 202446m10.014
46mFulfilling a PromiseUnder the cloak of secrecy, Fan Wu Jiu departed the city, only to be apprehended by Fan Xian following a defeat at the hands of Haitang Duo Duo, the Saintess of Northern Qi. His subsequent return to the capital, revealed as the perpetrator of the crime at Moon Embracing Pavilion, took Prince Cheng Ze entirely by surprise.May 22, 20249.0May 22, 202446m9.015
46mLonely OfficialLai Ming Cheng’s repeated disputes with Emperor Qing culminated in a brutal flogging, which ultimately proved fatal. Chen Ping Ping predicted that this act would irrevocably turn the Overwatch Council into adversaries of the Censorate. Meanwhile, Fan Xian found himself adrift, reduced to little more than a solitary functionary.May 22, 202410.0May 22, 202446m10.016
46mSpring Imperial ExaminationWith the Spring Imperial Examination fast approaching, Prince Cheng Ze suggests Fan Xian as its host. The Emperor of Qing bestows upon Fan Xian the title of Central Official, charging him with the oversight of the proceedings. A sense of unease settles within Fan Xian; he suspects Prince Cheng Ze intends to orchestrate his success during the examination.May 23, 202410.0May 23, 202446m10.017
46mWays of an OfficialDeng Ziyue detailed Shi Chanli’s surveillance to Fan Xian. Doubt gnawed at him, prompting Fan Xian to seek answers within the examination hall itself. Across the imperial court, factions began discreetly sending missives to Fan Xian, each hoping their favored candidate would rise in the Spring Examination rankings.May 23, 202410.0May 23, 202446m10.018
46mGuarding JusticeAt the Tongfu Inn, Fan Xian found Yang Wanli absorbed in his books. The young man spoke with fervent passion of his ambitions for a career in government, and as he did, a stirring arose within Fan Xian. Elsewhere, unseen and unheard, Fan Sizhe and Guo Baokun journeyed toward the capital, carefully avoiding notice in their clandestine approach to meet with him.May 24, 202410.0May 24, 202446m10.019
46mUnspoken RuleGuo You Zi expressed his gratitude to Fan Xian for safeguarding Guo Bao Kun. He consulted the regulation manual, which Guo Zheng had furnished to Fan Xian, on his behalf. The matter concerning Moon Embracing Pavilion was now resolved. Fan Si Zhe offered his assistance to Fan Xian in managing affairs with Northern Qi, contingent upon Fan Xian's assumption of control of the Imperial Treasury.May 24, 202410.0May 24, 202446m10.020
46mReviewing Exam PapersFan Xian surveyed the room where the examination papers were being scrutinized. Any official harboring intentions to manipulate the results would find their efforts thwarted. Before the official announcement, he examined the ranking, noticing a discrepancy – the name of the candidate destined for success had been altered. The crown prince vehemently denied any involvement in the alteration.May 25, 202410.0May 25, 202446m10.021
46mSubstituteEunuch Hong Zhu brought Fan Xian forward, recounting how unscrupulous officials had wronged him. He credited Fan Xian with providing the opportunity for retribution through his pursuit of justice. Together, Fan Xian and Wang Qi Nian returned to the First Bureau. There, Fan Xian affirmed that the announced date for the Spring Imperial Examination results should not be altered. He instructed Wang Qi Nian to reinstate Yang Wan Li’s name in the list of honored scholars.May 25, 20249.5May 25, 202446m9.522
46mSet UpFan Xian pressed Chancellor Lin for details regarding the matter of the altered names in the Spring Imperial Examination. At the Chancellor's urging, Fan Xian accompanied him to the palace for an audience with His Majesty. There, as Chancellor Lin stood before the Emperor, he announced his inability to continue in his duties and requested his resignation.May 26, 20249.0May 26, 202446m9.023
46mUnderstandingShi Chan Li implored Fan Xian to look into the slaughter at Shijia Town. He Zong Wei sought out Fan Xian, dropping to his knees before him. He begged for punishment, promising to be a source of information should the Censorate take any action against him. Fan Xian was deeply repulsed by He Zong Wei’s subservient display.May 26, 202410.0May 26, 202446m10.024
46mBestowed MarriageThe Emperor of Qing summoned Fan Xian and Prince Li Cheng Ru to the palace. Fan Xian presented the list of Chancellor Lin’s staff, given to him by the Chancellor himself, to the Emperor. The Emperor then decreed that Fan Xian would be married within three days, a prospect that filled the young man with considerable pleasure.May 27, 202410.0May 27, 202446m10.025
46mWedding DayPrincess Yun Rui reached the Fan Residence, bearing wedding gifts for Fan Xian: the ledgers of the Imperial Treasury. He extended an invitation to Chen Ping Ping for the wedding banquet. Chen Ping Ping accepted with a red packet, explaining that he would be unable to attend.May 27, 202410.0May 27, 202446m10.026
46mTake Care of It HimselfFan Xian observed Wu Zhu’s arrival. They fell into conversation regarding the recent murders plaguing Jiangnan. Wu Zhu stated plainly that he had no recollection of committing any of those crimes. A spark of excitement ignited within Fan Xian as he proposed the idea of a frame-up, but Wu Zhu remained skeptical of such a notion.May 28, 202410.0May 28, 202446m10.027
46mInquiry on CapitalA locust plague has ravaged Jiangbei, leaving the region in ruins. Driven by compassion, Fan Xian offers to cover the Imperial Treasury’s deficit, a move intended to alleviate the suffering of those affected by the disaster. The Emperor of Qing issues a decree: swift action is paramount. Fan Xian proceeds to sell treasury bonds to the merchants, and the promise proves enticing.May 28, 202410.0May 28, 202446m10.028
46mChanging DestinyFei Jie is embroiled in a murder investigation. The perpetrator has vanished into the capital city. Simultaneously, the Emperor of Qing issues an edict concerning the Chrysanthemum Viewing Festival, triggering a widespread rush to purchase government bonds. This surge in demand allows Fan Xian to accumulate a sum of money surpassing his initial projections.May 29, 202410.0May 29, 202446m10.029
46mAssassinsFan Xian made his way to Xuankong Temple for the Chrysanthemum Viewing Festival, finding the grounds already thronged with princes and ministers. A flicker of alarm caught his eye – a fire had broken out within the temple walls. Meanwhile, the Emperor of Qing was situated at the very heart of the complex, at its highest point.May 29, 202410.0May 29, 202446m10.030
46mLife and DeathThe assassin in white was taken aback by the chaotic nature of Fan Xian’s inner energy. With brutal force, the assassin struck, leaving Fan Xian grievously wounded.May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.031
46mRampant AngerThe revelation of Fan Xian’s origins ignited a considerable uproar. Determined to secure her son’s succession, the Empress resolved to employ whatever influence remained to remove any impediments to his claim.May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.032
46mPledging to ResistTo diminish the influence of Prince Cheng Ze, the Empress implicates Princess Yun Rui, her accusations striking a furious chord within the Emperor of Qing. Determined to silence the widespread rumors concerning Fan Xian’s true identity, the Emperor of Qing resolves to act.May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.033
46mSurrounded by EnemiesFollowing the skirmish with the temple messenger, Wu Zhu sustained an injury. He tasked Wan Er with delivering a message to Fan Xian: he must proceed south without delay. Fan Xian anticipated that a journey to Jiangnan would allow him to finally enter the Fan Ancestral Hall and acknowledge his heritage. As the vessel drifted slowly away, Wan Er offered a farewell to Fan Xian at the docks. They exchanged a brief embrace, a gesture of parting.May 30, 20248.5May 30, 202446m8.534
46mResolving a CrisisFan Xian released the elderly men who had attacked his vessel, a gesture that stirred a surprising sense of gratitude within them. Upon reaching the pier, he utilized gifts received from officials to facilitate the return of the Jiangbei disaster victims to their homes. The people were deeply appreciative of his kindness.May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.035
46mThe Biggest TroubleAs Fan Xian sailed toward Jiangnan, his vessel was intercepted. The Ming family offered assurances of an explanation, yet in Fan Xian’s estimation, the greatest difficulties awaiting him in the south were not the Ming family themselves, nor the sway held by Princess Yun Rui and Prince Cheng Ze, but…May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.036
46mSecret Weapon"My internal energy is gone," Fan Xian told Haitang Duo Duo. He had, however, made arrangements to meet the anticipated machinations of the Ming family.May 30, 202410.0May 30, 202446m10.0
