lick somebody's spittle(go out of one's way to curry favour)

day and night(day in and day out)

In a disastrous state

spend monthsand years(year after year)

have only a thorn for a hairpin and plain cloth for a skirt

Beat gold and jade

Everything is ready.

spears, swords, two-edged swords and halberds(all kinds of ancient weapons)

One will never be young again.

Outline

The vapour rose up to the sky

Philosophy of poverty

being pure, fresh, handsome and free

The poor and the great are extravagant.

Profound friendship

discard somebody's shortcomings and make use of his strong points

Deserted

woman out of favour

Thunder and lightning

milk somebody dry