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(Episode 41)
The identity of the Princess must not be revealed to anyone.
So you must remain silent about what you saw and heard.
I will, Sir.
We have a long way to go, Your Highness.
Let's get going.
I did not get a wink of sleep last night.
My mother died...
even after spending a night with the king,
which is what all the court ladies wish for.
I gave it a deep thought...
about how to resolve her deep sorrow,
but everything seems hopeless now.
There's no need to hurry.
The control of this nation...
is in the hands of the Queen Dowager, Lord Yoon and his wife.
In order to stand against them,
you should augment your power.
Please bide your time.
- Sir! - Don't call me sir any more.
Sorry? What do you mean?
You no longer have to call me that way.
Is Sir Gong inside?
Yes, please go in.
What does he mean by that?
- Sir. - You're here.
Have a seat.
Where are Do Chi and Jak Doo?
They went to meet the prisoners at Jeonokseo.
They already found many prisoners who need legal officers.
It's going smoothly as planned.
By the way, aren't you supposed to be in Price Policy Division?
I quit my job.
What? Why so suddenly?
I was planning to quit anyway to focus on legal officer work.
Well, you didn't have to quit your job...
to train legal officers.
You know it's hard to rise to such position as an illegitimate child.
Think about what that would make Lord Yoon,
who even amended the law to give you the post.
I cut all my ties...
- with Lord Yoon. - You cut all the ties?
- What do you mean? - It is Jung Nan Jung...
who ordered to kill Ok Nyeo.
I'm sure Lord Yoon turned a blind eye to her plan.
I will never forgive her.
So,
are you saying you'll cut your relations with your father?
Yes.
- That's what I'll do. - What?
You're doing great. Cut it nicely. Good.
Gosh, you almost burned it.
Gosh.
What brings you to this shabby place, my lady?
You sound very sarcastic.
No way, my lady. How could I ever dare...
to be rude to you, my lady?
Soon Geum, I know you very well.
- You're being really sarcastic now. - I said I'm not!
You scared me. Do you know what you're doing to me?
Are you trying to scare away my baby?
How dare you shout at me? My gosh, I'm dizzy.
I apologise, my lady.
Please let me know if you want to eat anything.
I'll cook whatever you want to eat.
Well, then make me some milk soup...
- and kumquat snacks. - Sorry?
You know milk and kumquat aren't every day ingredients.
Let alone milk, kumquats aren't in season now.
That's none of my business.
And I'm not the one who craves those.
This little lord inside wants them badly.
I can't help it.
How do you know...
if it's a lord or a lady?
I had a dream,
and this big carp jumped into my arms.
I'm sure this is a baby boy.
He's so energetic...
that I become hungry day and night.
- I see. - Is this boring you?
Hey, get me a meal now!
Yes, my lady.
That little...
See you.
I want to smash that wench.
Stop looking at me!
See? I knew you could make them.
If you put your mind to it, you can do anything.
Yes, my lady.
What's wrong? Does it taste bad?
Are you trying to fool me now?
Sorry?
This isn't made of kumquat. This is yuzu.
Did you think I'd be fooled?
I tried my best to find them,
but I couldn't get any kumquat.
I even had to go to the royal kitchen to get this yuzu too.
Are you mocking me because I'm a concubine?
Would you have done the same if I were Lady Jung?
I'd better tell this to Lord Yoon!
Please forgive me, my lady.
Get me what I want right now!
Yes, my lady.
Move it.
This is very tasty.
My baby, let's enjoy this Taffy.
Soon Geum.
Lady Shin Hye.
Why are you taking it back?
Well, that is...
Who is this for?
Well...
- It's for Lady Oh. - What?
Who is Lady Oh?
Jong Geum has become a lady.
What are you talking about?
Since when has she become a lady?
Well, that is...
Shin Hye.
Mother, look at the table.
What is this?
Why are you about to cry?
Lady Oh...
- told me to take the table back. - What did you say?
Did you just call her a lady?
Do you have a death wish?
Yes, my lady. I'd rather be dead.
What?
I'd rather be dead...
than fawning on Jong Geum.
Is it already here?
Look how comfortable you seem.
You're here, my lady.
Soon Geum told me that you're being harsh to the servants.
Wouldn't it make you comfortable...
if I manage the servants for you?
You wretch.
You're all just slick.
I understand you better than anyone.
Both of us are concubines.
We must help each other out.
Shut it. I'm not a concubine.
Don't you know I've become Lord Yoon's official wife?
If you've become his official wife,
it means I can also become the official wife.
What? You must have a death wish.
My lady.
If I truly feared you, I wouldn't have dared to have Lord Yoon's baby.
This is what Oh Jong Geum is capable of.
I thought you were pretty clever,
but you're very foolish.
Do you know how many women...
conceived Lord Yoon's baby?
From Sosoru kisaengs to widows had his baby.
However, none of them...
managed to give birth to their babies. Do you know why?
- Sorry? - They all died inside their bodies.
Let's see until when you're going to act all proud.
You'll see soon.
My baby, pretend you didn't hear anything.
She's so scary. She's a real menace.
All I want is a comfortable life.
Jae Seo.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I haven't seen Court Lady Han for a while.
She went home for personal reasons.
Tell her to come over when she comes back.
Yes, Your Majesty.
- Your Highness. - Your Highness.
- Ma'am. - It's my fault...
that you had to suffer such great pain.
Please kill me, Your Highness.
Please punish me, Your Highness.
Please stand up.
I heard everything about how much you tried to help my mother.
Thank you, Ma'am.
Your Highness.
So far,
I didn't behave with respect as I wasn't sure of your identity.
I promise that I'll pay respect from now on.
We'll do our best...
for you to regain your status.
I won't...
live as a princess for a while.
Please do not call me...
a princess from today.
What do you mean, Your Highness?
The Queen Dowager, Lord Yoon and Jung Nan Jung...
killed your mother...
to cover up the fact that they tried to poison the former King.
You're the only one who can prove their evil deeds.
That's exactly why I won't be a princess for now.
Your Highness.
If they find out that I'm Ga Bi's daughter and a princess,
they'll try to get rid of me.
And you will also be in danger...
since you know who I am.
We don't have enough power to go against them.
She is right.
Revealing her status without a solid plan...
will only put ourselves in trouble.
Still, we can't serve the Princess...
in this shabby place forever.
I'm all right.
Please do as I say.
I want you to wait here.
This is Lord Yoon's house.
What are you planning to do?
I will meet with Jung Nan Jung.
Pardon?
It's too dangerous for you to meet her alone.
There's no need to worry.
She'll find out that I'm alive anyway,
so it'd be less dangerous if I visit her first.
- But... - And...
I must show them...
that I'm not fair game.
You'll no longer have to bear with Jong Geum's arrogance.
Sorry? That means...
I'll handle her secretly,
so hang in there a little.
Yes, my lady.
Why are you so startled?
You must have thought I'd be dead.
Did you think you saw a ghost?
You wench.
How can you...
I must tell you this.
Do you remember that you ordered me...
to read your fortune when I was young?
Your energies compensated Lord Yoon's weak energies...
and he earned great fortune.
There's something I didn't tell you.
I couldn't bring myself to say...
that even though Lord Yoon became successful because of you,
you two were destined to face a brutal ending.
What?
Stop your nonsense right now.
Back then, I only told you good things,
but now it's time for you to be aware of what will happen to you.
You'll lose your wealth and power overnight,
and even the opportunity to live long.
Shut it.
How dare you spray curses on me?
I'm not done yet.
In the end, you will fear the rage of people toward you,
and end up taking your own life.
This is...
your fortune.
My lady, are you okay?
- Ma'am. - Let's get going.
Yes, Ma'am.
In the end, you will fear the rage of people toward you,
and end up taking your own life.
Nan Jung!
- Nan Jung. - Nan Jung.
What's all this?
How can Ok Nyeo be alive?
How could she survive every time?
She's alive...
and came to curse me.
I cannot stand seeing her any more.
For how long should I put up with such humiliation?
Nan Jung, you look ill.
Are you all right, Nan Jung?
Nan Jung...
Tae Won, Chae Seon is here.
Her father's trial went well thanks to your help.
That's right. The legal officer you sent to us...
helped us win the suit, and we don't have to pay the tax.
Thank you so much, Sir.
I am also happy for you.
I will make sure to repay your kindness.
Forget it.
You can leave.
- Go get prepared. - Yes, Ma'am.
- Take a seat, please. - Okay.
I heard that you quit Price Policy Division.
I did.
Of course I'm always on your side,
but I am not so sure this time.
It took you a lot to become the chief, but you quit too quickly.
Please don't worry.
I won't.
Then, see you again.
Sir.
What is it?
Please go outside.
Why?
Ok Nyeo came to see you.
Ok Nyeo did?
I knew it.
What are you talking about?
I knew you'd be happy to hear this.
Goodness. Stop it.
Ok Nyeo.
Sir.
Treasurer Ji told me that you've been to Icheon.
I see.
Why did you have to have such long journey when you're not well?
I had to meet someone there.
I see.
I came here...
to tell you something.
I heard that you took care of me...
while I was unconscious.
Also, that you saved me...
when I was stabbed.
I...
owe you my life so many times.
Thank you, Sir.
I don't think...
I deserve to be thanked.
Those who tried...
to kill you many times...
are Jung Nan Jung and Lord Yoon, my father.
I feel too guilty...
to even apologise.
I cut all my ties with Lord Yoon...
and quit Price Policy Division.
Sir...
But...
that isn't enough...
It's not enough to eradicate my guilt.
The fury, the hatred, the guilt.
None of it goes away.
You said you couldn't stand looking at me.
Now I understand why.
Right now,
I can't stand to...
look at you.
- I'm sorry, Ok Nyeo. - Sir.
Please don't say that.
I shouldn't have...
said that to you that day.
I know how much Lord Yoon and Lady Jung...
had hurt you in the past.
I hated you just so that...
I could comfort myself.
I shouldn't have...
hurt you the way I did.
I was foolish. So please...
Please don't say that...
you can't look at me.
I'm going out, Sir.
Wait, Ok Nyeo.
I have something to say.
What is it?
Can we talk inside?
Okay.
Sit down.
- What do you want to say? - Well, you see...
It's about...
What is it about?
It's embarrassing to have to tell you something like this...
so soon after you went through something so terrible.
Well...
Yoo Geum and I have decided to...
get married.
What? Is that true?
Yes. It is.
I knew you two were close, but not that close.
I'm so happy for you.
I'd liked Yoo Geum for a while,
but I was never able to say so.
She opened up to me first.
We thought it's best not to waste time moving in together.
I'm so happy for you.
I was worried that you'd end up growing old alone.
When will you get married? I'll prepare everything.
Forget it. There won't be a wedding.
I don't want to cause a fuss.
- We'll pray with a bowl of water. - You can't.
You have to do it properly.
No, no. Forget about it.
- I mean it. No weddings. - Sir.
Don't even dream of it.
- You need a wedding. - Listen to me.
- Can't you listen to me? - I won't.
Sir.
He's so silly.
Hello.
Do you still drink?
You need to quit.
Treasurer Ji.
- Are you feeling better? - Yes, I am.
Is everyone inside?
Yes.
- Why? - We should tell them.
- Will you tell them today? - Yes.
It's embarrassing.
Come with me.
That's right. Sir.
Have you...
heard of Lim Kkeok Jeong?
Who? Lim Kkeok Jeong?
- Yes. - Isn't he a bandit chief?
- Is he? - Yes.
He's giving the Police and Law Enforcement a really hard time.
- Why? - Him and his men...
are raiding government warehouses...
to steal grain to hand out to the poor.
The people are calling him a righteous outlaw.
Bandits are attacking government offices?
Yes. Soldiers were sent to apprehend him,
but he's all over the place and impossible to catch.
He's an interesting fellow.
It's so strange.
- Treasurer Ji. - Hello.
- Are you back to work? - Yes, Sir.
I enjoyed my long break, thanks to you.
- Good. - How is Ok Nyeo?
That's right. Wasn't she at death's door?
I was so worried when I heard.
She made a full recovery. You don't have to worry any more.
That is great news.
Sir. I have...
I have something to tell you.
Do you? What is it?
I have... I've decided to...
I am getting married.
What? You're getting married? To whom?
My wife-to-be is...
Yoo Geum, Sir. We're getting married.
What?
- Treasurer Ji. - What?
How did you manage that?
- I had no clue. - That's great news.
I am so happy for you. I really am.
When did you two fall in love?
Instead of focusing on work,
did you two focus on something else?
We haven't crossed the line yet. Don't worry.
Sir, we did all our duties. Don't say we didn't.
I was just kidding.
So, when will you get married?
We'll pick a date soon.
You'll be a newlywed soon.
I told Ok Nyeo.
She insists we have a wedding.
I'm too embarrassed.
Do as you wish. We can pray over a bowl of water.
Are you okay with that?
Yes.
Yoo Geum.
- Treasurer Ji. - Treasurer Ji.
I'll see you later.
- Okay. - Come back.
Treasurer Ji.
- Oh, you. - Oh, you.
Why are you two here?
Why else?
Didn't your chief tell you we come here often?
You two have business here? About what?
Oh, you.
So the person who reported you...
harassed your wife first?
- Yes. - Why didn't you tell the officer?
I told him.
But the scumbag insists he didn't touch my wife.
- I am innocent, Sir. - Okay, then.
Can you prove your statement?
Did your wife leave a suicide note or was there a witness?
- I have nothing. - We're going nowhere.
This is a tough one.
It is.
Is there anything I could do to help?
Of course there is.
You just have to put us in touch with...
prisoners who were wrongfully imprisoned.
- Yes. - Okay. I'll do that.
You managed to make the time.
I was visiting my family.
- Have a seat. - Thank you.
I called you to ask for a favour.
What do you need?
Could you find out and tell me...
who visits the Queen Dowager...
and what they talk about in as much details as possible?
What?
My life is at stake.
Can you help?
Yes. I'll try.
Thank you.
Ma'am.
- Ok Nyeo. - Ok Nyeo.
How are you feeling? Are you well enough to walk about?
Yes. I'm fine. What happened here?
Where are all our workers?
Jung Nan Jung got to us.
- What? - While you were sick,
she hired all the merchants we had gathered.
What?
She threatened Cha Dae Myeong so badly that...
he didn't even look back when he fled us to go back to her.
They took all our supplies.
We have nothing.
Didn't we send Cha Dae Myeong to Chaekmun?
How did Nan Jung get to him?
The team we sent to Chaekmun returned long ago.
Why?
Our soldiers crossed the border...
and killed a Ming national.
The borders were closed...
and all trade was halted.
Ming even sent an envoy...
to discuss the issue.
Lord Sung's having a hard time because of that.
We have no idea how to deal with this.
Did you ask to see me?
I did.
The Ming envoys will reach Hanyang in a few days.
I know that.
We need to influence them and get rid of...
Lee Jeong Myeong and his supporters.
We need finances.
How much do you need?
We need 50,000 yang in silver.
What? 50,000 yang?
Can you help?
I cannot.
I can't put together that much in just a few days.
We need to.
If we're to bribe Joo Won Jin, the envoy,
we need that much.
It cannot be done at the moment.
This is very important.
We must find 50,000 yang.
What? 50,000 yang in silver?
Yes. Can you do it?
I'm not so sure. In our current situation,
I can scrape together 20,000 yang, but 50,000 is almost impossible.
Is there nothing you can do? We really need the money.
There's only one way, my lady.
- What is it? - Force the merchants...
to cough it up.
He's right.
We might be able to squeeze it out of them.
Gather all the head merchants.
Yes, Ma'am.
- Sit. - Thank you.
I gathered you here today because...
we are in need of a large sum of money.
It is for a very important cause.
I need your help.
How much do you need?
30,000 yang in silver.
30,000?
We need 50,000, but I will put up 20,000 yang.
It's almost impossible to come up with...
that much money.
We can only make that much if we sell our wares...
and give up all our savings.
I know that.
If I dare say so,
- this is a tall order. - Listen.
Don't say that.
Let me speak.
Sure.
It is not a tall order. I will explain why.
As you must all know,
an envoy from Ming will arrive soon.
If you help me out this once, I will see to it that...
you get to trade with Ming.
Can you do that?
You will not lose out. Do as I say.
Did you ask for me, Your Majesty?
How is Ok Nyeo doing?
She is recovering but is not yet well enough to walk.
I see.
Do you still not know who did it?
No, Your Majesty.
Oh, right.
Do you have a plan to make her a court maid?
I am looking for a way that will...
ensure her safety as well as not cause any problems...
regarding her social status.
Are you?
Yes, Your Majesty. Please give me a little more time.
Your Majesty. Lord Yoon wishes to see you.
Let him in.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You may leave.
- Yes, Your Majesty. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Your Majesty.
Sit down.
Thank you.
I received word that...
the envoys will arrive at Mohwakwan shortly.
I heard that...
the head envoy Joo Won Jin...
wishes to be received by you.
He would have done so...
because we met many times...
as I welcomed the envoys over the years.
This is a good sign, Your Majesty.
I know him very well.
I will speak to him...
and send him back without delay.
Good.
I trust you will handle this issue.
Yes, Your Majesty.
The King...
put me in charge of welcoming the envoys.
Did he? That is great news.
You must do all you can...
to gain his trust and favour.
That's the only way to oust our opponents.
Joo Won Jin speaks our language fluently,
and he's greedy enough to take large amounts of money...
whenever he visits.
Give him what he wants...
and he'll be easy to manipulate.
That is true.
I have set aside the funds to bribe him with.
Don't worry.
Have you?
That is great.
Lord Yoon is in charge of...
welcoming the envoys.
I heard that...
Lord Yoon and Ming's head envoy Joo Won Jin...
are very close.
I know Joo Won Jin very well.
He is greedy and ill-tempered.
We might have to change...
all our current plans.
We might have to...
prepare for the worst.
What would you say is the worst case scenario?
I think we should give up trying to convince or bribe the envoys.
We have to find a way to protect Lord Lee.
He's right. As soon as we lose Lord Lee Jeong Myeong,
our lives will be in danger.
Ma'am.
Did you find out?
You were right. Lord Yoon...
will entertain the envoys at Sosoru.
While the envoys are in town,
we won't accept any other guests.
I need you to do whatever it takes...
to serve Lord Yoon and the envoys.
Me?
I need to know what they talk about.
Okay. I'll see what I can do.
Have you heard?
It's a very important deal. Take extra precautions.
I will.
Stay seated.
As you all know,
Lord Yoon will visit with a Ming envoy.
It is a very important deal, so whether you serve them or not,
I need you to be on your best behaviour.
- Do you understand? - Yes.
Chae Seon, Shin Bi...
and Myo Hyang will serve them.
Dress up.
- Yes, Ma'am. - Yes, Ma'am.
Let's get things ready.
Yes, Ma'am.
Shin Bi.
Could I please take your place?
The tips are too huge to let me give you my spot.
I'll give you all the tips I get.
You have no idea what you're getting yourself into.
You'll just embarrass us.
Shut it.
The best you can do is keep quiet.
Be quiet. She'll only beat you up.
You're a bit weird today.
You hated serving important men.
What's this about? Tell me.
I can't serve nobodies for the rest of my life.
If I'm to learn on the job, I need to serve important people.
Aren't I right?
Shin Bi.
Shin Bi. Shin Bi.
Stop it.
Will you really give me all the tips you earn?
I promise.
Okay, then.
Even if there was such an incident at the border,
I can't believe you came here without tipping me off first.
The Emperor gave a short notice...
and I rushed to put together my party.
I had no time to send you word.
What do you want from us?
You need to punish the general who attacked the Jurchen.
And as a symbol of apology,
you should increase the amount of the tribute.
Of course we should.
- What's this? - Open it.
That should be enough to please you.
Joseon's army crossed our border and killed one of our officers.
I can't let it slide with something like this.
I'm giving you that hoping you won't let it slide.
- Excuse me? - The person who is responsible...
is Lord Lee Jeong Myeong.
He's the minister of Defence. It was his order to cross the border,
and it led them to kill one of your officers.
It's his fault, so he should take the responsibility.
Besides, he even formed a clique in the Palace...
and played tricks on the state affairs.
Hold him responsible, take him to the Emperor...
and punish him severely. It will resolve this situation.
Also, we will be able to remove all the disloyal subjects,
and reform the government. What do you think?
I understand what you're saying.
What are you doing? Pour him a drink.
- Here. Let's drink. - Sure.
Your Majesty. Lord Yoon and Joo Won Jin, the envoy is here.
- Let them in. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Your Majesty.
Thank you for coming all the way to our country.
Not at all.
It's an honour that you're greeting me the most warmly.
I feel terrible about...
our soldiers crossing your border while fighting Jurchens...
and killing one of your officers.
Yes. The Emperor was very upset about it.
He said Joseon's army disdained Ming's imperial family.
He told me I should hear an apology from you.
If there is a misunderstanding,
we should resolve it quickly.
All right.
What do you want from us?
We think the cause of this accident is...
the unreasonable increase of troops near the border.
That's why the Emperor required...
to punish the officials who made the wrong...
judgement and order.
Excuse me?
We want to take Lord Lee Jeong Myeong to Ming.
He's the person we should hold responsible for this accident.
We'll punish him according to our law.
Lord Joo.
I can't let you do that.
Lord Lee is an official of Joseon.
We'll follow our law to punish him.
Your Majesty.
Lord Lee dared to cross our border...
and even to kill one of our officers.
This is bigger than just a diplomatic conflict.
We're considering it as a plunder.
Did you say a plunder?
Yes. What Lord Lee and his followers have done is...
as disrespectful as declaring a war to us.
We can never accept it...
if you defend them.
Look, Lord Joo.
How can you call it a plunder? That's nonsense.
The people who are living near the border have suffered so much...
because of the Jurchen.
Lord Lee Jeong Myeong only tried to resolve it.
Your Majesty. The Emperor said...
there will be no compromises.
- What? - I apologise, Your Majesty.
Please punish those who are responsible for this accident,
and let us take Lord Lee to our country.
How could you handle it so poorly?
Lord Joo was so rude and arrogance in front of me.
Your Majesty. I did my best to prevent something like this...
from happening.
Someone has to take responsibility for committing a gaffe to Ming.
Are you saying we should let them take Lord Lee?
Your Majesty. Lord Lee and Yoon Yim's followers abused...
their military power and caused a crisis.
They're surely guilty.
It's still neither border violation nor declaration of a war.
Lord Lee only tried to look after the people who live near the border.
Did you just sit back and watch...
while the envoy asked for something absurd?
Your Majesty. I'm afraid to tell you that...
he even wanted to send troops to our country.
I did my best to convince him not to.
If you don't grant the envoy's request,
they will ask for something bigger and more unfair.
There shouldn't be any more sacrifice...
to save the lives of those who are innocent.
Your Majesty.
Please understand.
Please make the right decision, Your Majesty.
- Move. - Let me go!
- What's going on? - My goodness.
My lord!
No, my lord!
My lord. Goodness.
My lord. No.
Goodness.
Let's go.
Officer Yang. What is it?
Ok Nyeo. Something bad happened.
Lord Sung Ji Heon is taken to the Department of Justice.
What? Why did they take him?
The envoy from Ming wants to have Yoon Yim's followers punished.
They took Lord Lee Jeong Myeong and even Chief Kang Sun Ho.
What?
What's this?
This is...
a royal letter that the Emperor of Ming...
- sent to my grandfather. - Really?
It says my grandfather...
made a contribution to Ming with suppressing Jurchen.
This is a royal letter from the Emperor himself.
- Officer Yang. - Yes.
- Have you found a solution? - Yes.
I found a way to save Chief Kang and Lord Sung.
What? What is it?
Sir Park Tae Soo, Lord Sung's grandfather, was a spy.
Among the things he left to Lord Sung,
there is a royal letter from Ming's Emperor.
- A royal letter? - Yes.
It's a royal letter from the Emperor to Sir Park Tae Soo for...
acknowledging his contribution to Ming on suppressing Jurchen.
This incident involves suppressing Jurchen as well.
That royal letter can help us resolve this situation.
You don't need me, then.
You should figure out a way to give that letter to the King.
I know there is a letter, but I don't know where it is.
Lord Sung is the only one who knows it.
But Lord Sung is locked up in the Department of Justice.
Officer Yang.
Is there any way that I can contact Lord Sung?
Do you expect me to help you climb over the wall again?
I can never do that.
The Police Bureau and Department of Justice aren't the same.
I know that.
Is there any chance you can talk to him yourself?
- Me? - Yes.
We must find that royal letter to save Lord Sung and Chief Kang.
I am...
deeply ashamed of myself.
Lord Lee.
Don't say that.
It's not your fault.
No.
I gave them...
a reason not to only harm me, but also to harm you.
I've had a long life,
so I can part this world with no regrets.
But you're so young. You shouldn't die because of me.
We're fine.
You need to endure this.
He's right. You must stay strong.
There is no way to resolve this.
What should I do?
I told you I can't let you. Stop asking for me.
It will only take a second. I just need to deliver a few words.
They're criminals on interrogation.
If someone finds out, both you and I will be dead.
I could've been in and out by now.
Who do you think got you a job here?
Hey. You can't do this to me.
Are you really going to do this?
I said I can't help you.
Go.
Gosh, Sirs.
Sir.
Officer Yang. What are you doing here?
I can't believe this is happening. Are you all right?
I'm fine.
Sir. Hang in there a little longer.
Ok Nyeo is trying to find a way to save you.
Just hang in there.
What do you mean? Is Ok Nyeo trying to save us?
She shouldn't. I can't drag Ok Nyeo into this.
He's right.
Ok Nyeo can't do anything about this.
Ok Nyeo has found a way. That is...
Get out. Now!
I haven't finished talking.
Lord Yoon Won Hyung is on his way here now.
He'll kill us if he finds out. Hurry up.
Darn it!
Go. Now.
Gosh.
Are you doing okay?
I'm here to give you one last chance.
I don't want to shed blood any more.
I'm trying to let you know a way that we can all live.
What do you want?
Resign from your position.
All of Yoon Yim's followers should resign as well.
- My lord. - You can't do that, my lord.
If you and your associates...
resign from your position,
I'll take care of this matter. How does that sound?
If you're going to keep talking nonsense,
go away at once.
Even if you keep holding out like this, it won't change anything.
I said go away!
I guess this is still tolerable for you.
We'll see how long you're going to be able to hold out for.
Did you see Lord Sung?
Did you find out where the royal letter is?
No.
Lord Yoon Won Hyung came, so I couldn't talk about the letter.
It's hard to go there again. The security is so tight.
How are they?
Both of them went through torture,
but they were hanging in there.
There will be another interrogation tomorrow.
I don't know how long they can endure it.
- Here. Eat up. - All right.
- Ma'am. - Yes.
Hello, Chun Doong.
- Isn't Ok Nyeo here? - She's not here yet.
She said she will come.
Sit down. She'll come soon. Sit.
Gosh, Ok Nyeo. You're here.
It's been a long time.
Ok Nyeo. I heard you were hurt. Are you all right?
They said you almost died.
I'm fine. Don't worry.
- That's good to hear. - Chun Doong.
Have a nice talk.
- All right. - Thank you.
Why did you call us?
We need to find something at Lord Sung's house.
- Help me. - What?
Lord Sung is under interrogation at Department of Justice.
There will be soldiers guarding his house as well.
He's right. We might end up getting arrested.
We must find something in his house.
We need to figure out a way.
Don't worry, Ok Nyeo. I will figure something out.
Gosh. Hey. What's that?
- It's a door. - Open it and get out.
Get out. I told you to know your place.
- You're always so mean to me. - Gosh.
Ok Nyeo. Don't worry.
I will figure something out.
Man Soo. Let's go.
Good evening.
- What a nice house. - Gosh.
Goodness. I'm sorry.
It's so dark out here. I'm sorry.
Wait.
What are you? Are you pickpockets?
What? Pickpockets?
You're mistaken. Just keep walking.
- Man Soo. Let's go. - Yes, Sir.
- Where do you think you're going? - Get off of me!
Let go of me! Do you want a piece of me?
How dare you accuse innocent people? Do you wish to die?
What? Innocent?
I'm going to kill you, punk.
Get your hands off of Man Soo!
Come here, you punk. I shall teach you a lesson.
Sir. Please help us.
They picked our pockets and hit us.
- What's the fuss about? - They picked our pockets.
You jerk!
How could you do this?
You punk. Now what?
Stop right now.
- How dare you! - Stop.
- Goodness. - You punks.
- Look at this jerk! - Hey!
- Stop! - Gosh, that hurts.
- Goodness. - What are you doing?
The soldiers searched his house and didn't find anything.
I'm sure he hid it somewhere deep.
We don't have much time. Hurry up.
Yes, Ma'am.
Cho Hee.
He moved this closet and it left marks.
Have you been waiting long?
No. Please have a seat.
Yes, Ma'am.
I heard you wished to see me to discuss about Chief Kang.
Yes. I found a way...
to save Chief Kang and Lord Sung.
Is that true?
Yes.
In order to save them,
I need you to go out on a limb.
I will do anything.
I need to...
meet with the King.
Pardon?
There is something I must show him in person.
If I can do that, I can save Sir Kang, Lord Sung,
and even help the King regain the authority he lost.
Must you see the King in person?
Could I relay a message...
or make a request instead?
I know it's a huge favour to ask,
but I must see the King in person and speak with him.
Please help me.
Please.
Very well, then.
Wait.
Isn't that the Palace entrance?
We cannot be seen.
- I know a secret entrance. - I see.
I haven't yet...
informed the King that you are here.
If you wait here,
I will escort the King over.
Okay.
- Jae Seo. - Yes, Your Majesty.
I feel frustrated and suffocated.
I need to take a walk.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You.
Your Majesty.
Ok Nyeo.
Sir?
Ok Nyeo.