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These are the user uploaded subtitles that are being translated: 1 00:00:00,067 --> 00:00:05,733 CAPTIVATING THE KING 2 00:00:05,813 --> 00:00:07,031 ALL CHARACTERS, LOCATIONS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND INCIDENTS 3 00:00:07,112 --> 00:00:08,340 DEPICTED IN THIS DRAMA ARE ENTIRELY FICTITIOUS 4 00:00:08,421 --> 00:00:09,761 PRODUCTION GUIDELINES WERE STRICTLY FOLLOWED WHEN FILMING WITH ANIMALS 5 00:00:19,792 --> 00:00:20,835 You have returned 6 00:00:21,877 --> 00:00:23,337 to get revenge. 7 00:00:24,505 --> 00:00:27,049 You harbor treasonous ambition of murdering me, no? 8 00:00:35,516 --> 00:00:37,143 Saengbulyeosa. 9 00:00:38,561 --> 00:00:42,189 You have survived, yet you are no better than the dead. 10 00:00:42,273 --> 00:00:43,983 What will you do now? 11 00:00:46,277 --> 00:00:48,195 Answer me with that wicked tongue of yours. 12 00:00:48,279 --> 00:00:49,405 What will you do? 13 00:00:57,496 --> 00:00:59,790 Are you suddenly lost for words? 14 00:00:59,874 --> 00:01:01,417 Why are you not answering me? 15 00:01:03,461 --> 00:01:05,296 Say something. 16 00:01:05,379 --> 00:01:07,757 Your life depends on that despicable tongue of yours. 17 00:01:14,180 --> 00:01:15,473 Upon hearing your words, 18 00:01:16,724 --> 00:01:18,017 I must dare to ask. 19 00:01:19,352 --> 00:01:22,271 Why do you suspect me of treachery? 20 00:01:29,236 --> 00:01:31,697 Because you lost your beloved friend, Hongjang. 21 00:01:33,908 --> 00:01:36,702 Because despite your desperate pleas to spare her life, 22 00:01:38,829 --> 00:01:40,331 I chose not to save her. 23 00:01:48,589 --> 00:01:50,299 If one examines closely, 24 00:01:50,383 --> 00:01:53,386 one will always find a way to save a cornered stone. 25 00:02:00,434 --> 00:02:02,603 The moment you said that 26 00:02:03,187 --> 00:02:06,649 one could always save a cornered stone by examining it closely, 27 00:02:06,732 --> 00:02:08,234 I deciphered 28 00:02:09,026 --> 00:02:11,404 your motive behind returning before me. 29 00:02:12,279 --> 00:02:15,324 Can you deny that it is not for a treacherous intent? 30 00:02:23,916 --> 00:02:26,001 It is true that I treasured Hongjang, 31 00:02:26,085 --> 00:02:28,087 but my life is of greater value to me. 32 00:02:29,463 --> 00:02:30,756 Unless one has gone mad, 33 00:02:30,840 --> 00:02:33,300 no one would dare brew such intent over a single loss. 34 00:02:33,384 --> 00:02:35,261 A friend who trusts and relies on you. 35 00:02:35,928 --> 00:02:39,014 A friend you want to and must protect at all costs. 36 00:02:39,098 --> 00:02:42,977 The kind of friend that gives your life meaning. 37 00:02:43,728 --> 00:02:47,064 If such a friend loses their life to a wrongful death, 38 00:02:50,735 --> 00:02:52,445 one may go mad. 39 00:02:58,242 --> 00:03:01,954 I did not expect you to acknowledge her wrongful death. 40 00:03:03,873 --> 00:03:07,418 Hongjang's spirit in the Underworld will be shedding tears of joy. 41 00:03:07,501 --> 00:03:10,963 If you want to live, examine closely before answering. 42 00:03:11,047 --> 00:03:13,632 That way, you will see a way to save yourself. 43 00:03:15,760 --> 00:03:17,887 If you still doubt my sincerity, 44 00:03:18,387 --> 00:03:19,889 then kill me right this moment. 45 00:03:19,972 --> 00:03:22,641 I will decide to choose where and when to kill you. 46 00:03:25,686 --> 00:03:26,854 My apologies. 47 00:03:29,940 --> 00:03:31,692 I had forgotten for a moment 48 00:03:31,776 --> 00:03:33,778 that you have already chosen my death once. 49 00:03:33,861 --> 00:03:35,488 Do not ever forget that. 50 00:03:39,617 --> 00:03:40,993 You are dead to me. 51 00:03:41,535 --> 00:03:44,955 I can have you killed whenever I wish, and it would be a child's play. 52 00:03:45,039 --> 00:03:46,040 Do you understand? 53 00:03:52,213 --> 00:03:54,298 Yes, Your Majesty. 54 00:03:56,258 --> 00:03:57,510 I will remember your words. 55 00:04:06,352 --> 00:04:09,063 EPISODE 6 56 00:04:11,065 --> 00:04:13,025 Is Mong-woo still in Yeongchwijeong? 57 00:04:15,194 --> 00:04:16,904 He should be going home soon. 58 00:04:16,987 --> 00:04:19,448 Surely they are not playing on the first day, are they? 59 00:04:22,076 --> 00:04:23,327 Are you leaving? 60 00:04:23,410 --> 00:04:25,663 Let us wait and leave with Kang Mong-woo. 61 00:04:25,746 --> 00:04:28,499 A feast may be too much, but a celebratory drink will do. 62 00:04:29,583 --> 00:04:30,709 A celebratory drink? 63 00:04:32,253 --> 00:04:34,588 Are you trying to bribe him to your side already? 64 00:04:34,672 --> 00:04:35,798 My goodness. 65 00:04:35,881 --> 00:04:37,550 Do you think so little of me? 66 00:04:37,633 --> 00:04:38,634 It is not bribery… 67 00:04:40,136 --> 00:04:41,178 but forging friendship. 68 00:04:41,971 --> 00:04:43,681 That is a suitable expression. 69 00:04:44,306 --> 00:04:46,267 He became the gidaeryeong thanks to me. 70 00:04:46,350 --> 00:04:47,852 Can I not hope for this much? 71 00:04:48,894 --> 00:04:49,895 Do you not agree? 72 00:04:53,023 --> 00:04:54,817 Do not get too close to Kang Mong-woo. 73 00:04:56,694 --> 00:04:57,903 What do you mean? 74 00:05:05,578 --> 00:05:07,454 What a random thing to say. 75 00:05:18,215 --> 00:05:19,258 My gosh. 76 00:05:19,842 --> 00:05:22,469 You said baduk is shared between two players, 77 00:05:23,095 --> 00:05:27,391 and the two should only converse through their stones. 78 00:05:27,933 --> 00:05:29,435 Those words 79 00:05:30,311 --> 00:05:33,314 reminded me of the day when I first played against you. 80 00:05:34,440 --> 00:05:36,567 I was so immersed in playing with you… 81 00:05:39,236 --> 00:05:41,530 that I did not even realize it had begun to rain. 82 00:06:13,228 --> 00:06:16,732 I have not enjoyed such an immersion since I ascended to the throne. 83 00:06:18,025 --> 00:06:19,985 All of my companions 84 00:06:21,320 --> 00:06:23,822 were scheming vipers bent on reading my mind 85 00:06:23,906 --> 00:06:27,826 to use that as leverage for their personal gain. 86 00:06:28,452 --> 00:06:30,204 So how am I to believe 87 00:06:31,622 --> 00:06:33,290 that you are different from them? 88 00:06:36,460 --> 00:06:37,920 What can I do 89 00:06:38,587 --> 00:06:40,881 to alleviate your suspicion? 90 00:06:41,715 --> 00:06:43,634 Please advise me how. 91 00:06:49,974 --> 00:06:51,850 I will be your patron. 92 00:07:00,067 --> 00:07:03,195 Countless people will come to you to win your heart. 93 00:07:04,113 --> 00:07:07,741 The court officials, members of the royal family, 94 00:07:07,825 --> 00:07:11,662 and the ladies in and out of the palace will attempt to curry favor with you. 95 00:07:12,204 --> 00:07:14,790 They may flaunt their power to coax you, 96 00:07:15,332 --> 00:07:17,960 offer you an unfathomable fortune, 97 00:07:18,043 --> 00:07:20,170 or tempt you with an incomparable beauty 98 00:07:20,254 --> 00:07:23,132 that would easily melt any man's heart. 99 00:07:29,346 --> 00:07:31,598 Does simply imagining these things make you happy? 100 00:07:33,225 --> 00:07:34,560 No man can resist 101 00:07:36,729 --> 00:07:39,857 power, wealth, and beautiful women. 102 00:07:45,487 --> 00:07:47,281 If you want to win my trust, 103 00:07:47,865 --> 00:07:50,326 you cannot be swayed by anything. 104 00:07:50,409 --> 00:07:51,952 Do not think to deceive me. 105 00:07:53,245 --> 00:07:55,372 The moment I find any deceit, 106 00:07:56,665 --> 00:08:00,544 the Captain of the Special Firearms Unit, Joo Sang-hwa, will have your head. 107 00:08:09,011 --> 00:08:10,596 Of course, Your Majesty. 108 00:08:31,075 --> 00:08:33,452 Do you have something to say to me? 109 00:08:36,121 --> 00:08:37,206 No. 110 00:08:58,435 --> 00:09:01,230 I am here to serve herbal medicine to His Majesty. 111 00:09:02,272 --> 00:09:03,565 Give it to me. 112 00:09:03,649 --> 00:09:06,110 - I shall give it to him. - Stand back, Captain Joo. 113 00:09:06,193 --> 00:09:07,945 It is my duty 114 00:09:08,028 --> 00:09:09,613 to serve him herbal medicine. 115 00:09:11,115 --> 00:09:12,783 It may be so in the King's quarters, 116 00:09:13,325 --> 00:09:14,868 but not here in Yeongchwijeong. 117 00:09:15,619 --> 00:09:16,995 As you are aware, 118 00:09:17,079 --> 00:09:20,332 only a select few may enter Yeongchwijeong per the King's orders. 119 00:09:20,416 --> 00:09:22,751 So this random nobody can enter the place, 120 00:09:23,460 --> 00:09:26,463 but I, His Majesty's loyal servant, am barred from entering? 121 00:09:28,048 --> 00:09:29,049 That is correct. 122 00:09:44,398 --> 00:09:45,441 How dare you? 123 00:09:46,316 --> 00:09:48,485 Are you stopping me from carrying out my duties? 124 00:09:50,195 --> 00:09:52,114 I am merely carrying out the royal command. 125 00:09:52,948 --> 00:09:55,033 Your duties are none of my concern. 126 00:09:59,413 --> 00:10:01,039 The herbal medicine will go cold. 127 00:10:31,111 --> 00:10:33,655 Her glare was sharper than any blade. 128 00:10:33,739 --> 00:10:35,407 Even I was holding my breath. 129 00:10:35,491 --> 00:10:37,910 Seeing how she tried to force her way in with the herbal medicine, 130 00:10:37,993 --> 00:10:40,204 Court Lady Dong must have been intrigued by you. 131 00:10:41,163 --> 00:10:42,164 But then again, 132 00:10:42,247 --> 00:10:44,166 you may become His Majesty's confidant. 133 00:10:44,249 --> 00:10:46,251 No wonder she was curious about you. 134 00:10:47,377 --> 00:10:48,712 By Court Lady Dong, you mean… 135 00:10:48,795 --> 00:10:50,672 Your guess is correct. 136 00:10:50,756 --> 00:10:52,883 She served the late king and now serves the current king. 137 00:10:54,051 --> 00:10:56,970 She seemed to have bad blood with the Captain of the Special Firearms Unit. 138 00:10:57,638 --> 00:10:58,972 How could she not? 139 00:10:59,056 --> 00:11:02,392 She is the reason the whole nation is pointing fingers at His Majesty 140 00:11:02,476 --> 00:11:03,477 for being depraved. 141 00:11:04,436 --> 00:11:08,148 As Captain Joo's duties include regulation and management of the rumors, 142 00:11:08,732 --> 00:11:10,359 she is a big nuisance to him. 143 00:11:11,485 --> 00:11:12,569 I see. 144 00:11:13,570 --> 00:11:16,740 I must say, I would feel deeply wronged if I were Court Lady Dong. 145 00:11:17,616 --> 00:11:19,618 His depravity is through no fault of her own. 146 00:11:21,161 --> 00:11:22,246 Do you not agree? 147 00:11:22,746 --> 00:11:23,580 What? 148 00:11:25,958 --> 00:11:27,876 Are you a good drinker, by any chance? 149 00:11:29,086 --> 00:11:30,254 Forgive me. 150 00:11:30,337 --> 00:11:32,256 Having spent days preparing for the games 151 00:11:32,339 --> 00:11:34,258 without sleeping or eating properly, 152 00:11:34,341 --> 00:11:35,759 my energy is depleted. 153 00:11:35,842 --> 00:11:38,595 I must return home immediately and get some rest. 154 00:11:39,429 --> 00:11:40,722 Then forget about tonight. 155 00:11:40,806 --> 00:11:42,599 How about tomorrow? 156 00:11:43,100 --> 00:11:47,479 My duty from now on is to be at His Majesty's beck and call. 157 00:11:47,562 --> 00:11:50,899 Thus, it would be difficult to arrange a schedule in advance. 158 00:11:54,945 --> 00:11:56,863 If you will excuse me. 159 00:12:03,537 --> 00:12:04,913 I shall see you tomorrow. 160 00:12:08,709 --> 00:12:09,751 Goodness. 161 00:12:19,136 --> 00:12:21,013 What do you think of Mong-woo? 162 00:12:22,055 --> 00:12:25,809 I find it suspicious that a traitor would return of his own accord. 163 00:12:26,727 --> 00:12:28,061 I have ordered my men to tail him 164 00:12:28,145 --> 00:12:30,480 and look into his dealings for the past three years. 165 00:12:30,564 --> 00:12:31,648 Until then, 166 00:12:31,732 --> 00:12:34,526 please refrain from admitting him here and keep an eye on him. 167 00:12:35,319 --> 00:12:38,447 He lived well enough without ever disclosing his real name. 168 00:12:39,614 --> 00:12:42,326 Even if your men searched every nook and cranny of this nation, 169 00:12:42,409 --> 00:12:43,577 they would not be able to find 170 00:12:44,244 --> 00:12:47,956 a trace of a man named Kang Mong-woo that matches his description. 171 00:12:49,333 --> 00:12:51,752 May I ask why you have let him enter Yeongchwijeong 172 00:12:51,835 --> 00:12:55,589 though you are aware of his questionable background? 173 00:12:57,215 --> 00:12:58,467 It is entertaining. 174 00:12:59,885 --> 00:13:02,387 It is clear as day that this post will bring him doom. 175 00:13:03,305 --> 00:13:04,848 And yet, he feigns joy 176 00:13:05,849 --> 00:13:08,769 and stands before me as if he is unaware of the fact. 177 00:13:09,311 --> 00:13:11,188 Do not make that face. 178 00:13:11,772 --> 00:13:14,441 - Yes, Your Majesty. - Whatever may have prompted his return, 179 00:13:15,025 --> 00:13:17,277 I will not let him sway me. 180 00:13:19,905 --> 00:13:23,450 Report to me immediately even at a hint of suspicious activity. 181 00:13:23,533 --> 00:13:24,618 Do you understand? 182 00:13:24,701 --> 00:13:25,911 Yes, Your Majesty. 183 00:13:27,579 --> 00:13:28,955 What about the other matter? 184 00:13:29,456 --> 00:13:32,751 As you ordered, I have arranged a meeting before the gisinje. 185 00:13:32,834 --> 00:13:33,877 GISINJE: MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE KING OR THE QUEEN'S DEATH 186 00:13:33,960 --> 00:13:35,003 Good work. 187 00:13:35,796 --> 00:13:37,214 You may leave. 188 00:13:37,297 --> 00:13:38,548 Yes, Your Majesty. 189 00:14:01,321 --> 00:14:04,116 "The gidaeryeong is as good as chosen." 190 00:14:04,783 --> 00:14:06,284 Did you not assure me so? 191 00:14:07,577 --> 00:14:08,578 Yes, I did. 192 00:14:09,079 --> 00:14:12,499 My men were referred to as masters of calculation and baduk. 193 00:14:13,166 --> 00:14:15,877 You said it was as easy as Guan Yu beheading the leader of his enemies. 194 00:14:16,378 --> 00:14:17,796 What will you do now? 195 00:14:17,879 --> 00:14:20,799 Please do not be enraged over such trivial matters. 196 00:14:21,383 --> 00:14:23,635 It does not matter who became the gidaeryeong. 197 00:14:24,136 --> 00:14:26,513 We still have the most certain option. 198 00:14:28,557 --> 00:14:30,559 Summon Kang Mong-woo and make him an offer. 199 00:14:30,642 --> 00:14:32,853 Just as Prince Deokseong did, 200 00:14:32,936 --> 00:14:35,480 Kang Mong-woo will not refuse your patronage. 201 00:14:35,564 --> 00:14:38,483 As if the King would be happy learning that I summoned him! 202 00:14:39,025 --> 00:14:41,403 Have you forgotten how he banished 203 00:14:42,112 --> 00:14:43,405 the First Senior Consort? 204 00:14:43,488 --> 00:14:45,574 It is not that complicated. 205 00:14:46,158 --> 00:14:49,369 You can summon him in secret while His Majesty is away. 206 00:14:51,163 --> 00:14:52,247 I will 207 00:14:52,831 --> 00:14:54,499 arrange a meeting. 208 00:15:05,135 --> 00:15:06,470 Gosh, my lord! 209 00:15:08,597 --> 00:15:10,932 Why are you coming home so late? 210 00:15:11,016 --> 00:15:13,101 We have already cleaned the pot. 211 00:15:13,977 --> 00:15:15,979 I hurried over to be in time for dinner. 212 00:15:16,563 --> 00:15:17,731 Am I too late? 213 00:15:18,315 --> 00:15:19,691 Of course you are. 214 00:15:19,775 --> 00:15:23,195 We already finished every single grain of rice there was. 215 00:15:23,278 --> 00:15:24,654 There is no helping it then. 216 00:15:24,738 --> 00:15:25,739 Do not worry about me. 217 00:15:27,324 --> 00:15:28,241 By the way, 218 00:15:28,867 --> 00:15:31,369 how did your work go today? 219 00:15:32,454 --> 00:15:33,413 The baduk. 220 00:15:35,081 --> 00:15:36,208 I won. 221 00:15:39,211 --> 00:15:42,255 You should have led with that! 222 00:15:42,923 --> 00:15:44,132 Jageunnyeon! 223 00:15:44,216 --> 00:15:46,843 Put the pot on the fire again! 224 00:15:46,927 --> 00:15:47,928 All right! 225 00:16:15,080 --> 00:16:16,998 I will return to save you. 226 00:16:18,750 --> 00:16:20,877 Do not worry and wait. Do you understand? 227 00:16:32,055 --> 00:16:34,182 As you did not return past the expected hour, 228 00:16:34,266 --> 00:16:36,685 we got jumpy and even considered barging into the palace. 229 00:16:36,768 --> 00:16:38,478 My goodness! My lady! 230 00:16:39,354 --> 00:16:40,522 My lady! 231 00:16:47,612 --> 00:16:48,613 Your Majesty. 232 00:16:49,114 --> 00:16:50,615 Please spare Hongjang's life. 233 00:16:51,825 --> 00:16:53,869 Hongjang did not say a word. 234 00:16:53,952 --> 00:16:55,120 So please, 235 00:16:55,787 --> 00:16:57,789 spare her life. 236 00:16:58,957 --> 00:17:01,126 This is the final request of your manghyeongjiu. 237 00:17:09,801 --> 00:17:11,761 I am no longer an ordinary man. 238 00:17:12,971 --> 00:17:14,681 I am the king of this nation. 239 00:17:14,764 --> 00:17:15,849 A king 240 00:17:16,725 --> 00:17:18,852 only has his subjects and political enemies. 241 00:17:20,812 --> 00:17:22,355 He keeps no such thing as friends. 242 00:17:53,386 --> 00:17:55,639 I guess you understand the gravity of your sin. 243 00:17:57,641 --> 00:18:00,143 I do not care what nonsense comes out of your mouth. 244 00:18:00,810 --> 00:18:02,604 Lady Hee-soo cannot go back to the palace. 245 00:18:04,648 --> 00:18:06,816 - Jageunnyeon. - Stay still. 246 00:18:07,567 --> 00:18:09,319 I am going to explode if you provoke me further. 247 00:18:09,402 --> 00:18:12,614 We will all regret it if we stop here, including her, me, and even you. 248 00:18:13,406 --> 00:18:14,532 Bollocks. 249 00:18:14,616 --> 00:18:17,118 Regret it or not, my feelings are none of your concern. 250 00:18:18,036 --> 00:18:19,204 Enough, both of you. 251 00:18:21,081 --> 00:18:23,792 I only fainted from staying out in the sun for too long. 252 00:18:23,875 --> 00:18:26,252 It will not happen again. I promise. 253 00:18:29,923 --> 00:18:31,383 You need to take your herbal medicine, 254 00:18:31,466 --> 00:18:32,676 so keep the talk short. 255 00:18:42,352 --> 00:18:44,688 He threatened to kill you if you sought a patron? 256 00:18:44,771 --> 00:18:47,732 That must be why the King had Prince Deokseong killed. 257 00:18:48,233 --> 00:18:50,026 I wonder who his patron was. 258 00:18:51,528 --> 00:18:53,405 Surely it was Park Jong-hwan, the Principal Director. 259 00:18:54,698 --> 00:18:56,533 Had it been Oh Wook-hwan or Min Ji-hwan, 260 00:18:56,616 --> 00:18:58,952 they would have died along with Prince Deokseong. 261 00:18:59,452 --> 00:19:00,996 Park Jong-hwan is his uncle 262 00:19:01,079 --> 00:19:03,206 and has his mother's support. 263 00:19:03,790 --> 00:19:05,834 Thus, he only killed Prince Deokseong as a warning. 264 00:19:05,917 --> 00:19:08,670 It is a warning not to have the Queen Dowager as your patron. 265 00:19:09,504 --> 00:19:11,172 The Queen Dowager and Park Jong-hwan 266 00:19:11,256 --> 00:19:13,466 will propose an offer you will not be able to refuse. 267 00:19:13,550 --> 00:19:15,927 And if you do, they will find whatever fault they can 268 00:19:16,011 --> 00:19:17,262 and exploit it to harm you. 269 00:19:17,887 --> 00:19:19,848 The King foresaw this and issued an empty threat 270 00:19:19,931 --> 00:19:21,349 under the pretext of suspicion. 271 00:19:22,392 --> 00:19:23,643 It was not an empty threat. 272 00:19:26,312 --> 00:19:28,398 He said I was already dead to him 273 00:19:28,982 --> 00:19:32,777 and that killing me would be a child's play. 274 00:19:40,410 --> 00:19:42,370 I tried to take the initiative, 275 00:19:43,872 --> 00:19:46,833 but I neglected the fact that the King was a skillful tactician. 276 00:19:47,417 --> 00:19:50,003 I let my guard down when he promised to spare my life. 277 00:19:50,086 --> 00:19:53,089 He outplayed me right then and there. 278 00:19:55,508 --> 00:19:57,052 Do not beat yourself up. 279 00:19:58,303 --> 00:20:00,263 It is only the start. We have a ways to go. 280 00:20:03,933 --> 00:20:05,185 I must reassess. 281 00:20:14,319 --> 00:20:17,405 KANG MONG-WOO 282 00:20:52,190 --> 00:20:53,191 Your Majesty. 283 00:20:54,025 --> 00:20:56,152 What has you so deep in thought? 284 00:20:58,905 --> 00:20:59,864 It is nothing. 285 00:21:02,742 --> 00:21:05,161 Your Majesty, I have a request. 286 00:21:06,621 --> 00:21:07,705 What is it? 287 00:21:10,041 --> 00:21:13,086 Please grant me access to Yeongchwijeong. 288 00:21:15,130 --> 00:21:17,882 Do you not know what kind of a place Yeongchwijeong is? 289 00:21:20,426 --> 00:21:23,138 I am well aware that you established the place 290 00:21:23,221 --> 00:21:26,641 to play baduk in peace without any interference. 291 00:21:27,392 --> 00:21:30,478 I will provide you with extra comfort should you grant me access. 292 00:21:31,187 --> 00:21:32,438 Please grant me your approval. 293 00:21:34,399 --> 00:21:35,567 I will not. 294 00:21:36,776 --> 00:21:37,610 However, Your Majesty-- 295 00:21:37,694 --> 00:21:39,696 I already gave you my answer. 296 00:21:44,784 --> 00:21:45,827 Your Majesty. 297 00:21:47,287 --> 00:21:48,413 Have you perhaps 298 00:21:48,496 --> 00:21:51,291 forgotten the promise you made to me three years ago? 299 00:21:53,334 --> 00:21:54,794 I cannot handle 300 00:21:55,378 --> 00:21:56,963 such an important duty. 301 00:21:57,755 --> 00:22:00,341 I shall grant your request 302 00:22:00,925 --> 00:22:02,135 no matter 303 00:22:03,803 --> 00:22:04,929 what it may be about. 304 00:22:07,348 --> 00:22:09,601 I believed in your words back then 305 00:22:09,684 --> 00:22:11,352 and risked my life for you. 306 00:22:11,436 --> 00:22:12,937 And I continue to do so even now. 307 00:22:17,275 --> 00:22:19,193 Have I ever forsaken that promise? 308 00:22:19,694 --> 00:22:23,323 Have I ever not granted your request? 309 00:22:23,406 --> 00:22:25,491 No, not even a single time. 310 00:22:27,452 --> 00:22:28,494 Thus, 311 00:22:29,412 --> 00:22:32,790 I have no doubt that you will grant my request this time. 312 00:22:42,091 --> 00:22:43,092 Fine. 313 00:22:47,055 --> 00:22:48,264 I am most grateful, Your Majesty. 314 00:22:48,348 --> 00:22:49,390 However, 315 00:22:51,726 --> 00:22:56,940 I have clearly stated to the court officials 316 00:22:57,023 --> 00:22:59,943 that only talented baduk players may enter Yeongchwijeong. 317 00:23:00,443 --> 00:23:02,195 As I cannot make an exception for you, 318 00:23:02,278 --> 00:23:05,990 I shall grant you entrance when your skill has become proficient. 319 00:23:08,868 --> 00:23:09,786 But Your Majesty. 320 00:23:10,495 --> 00:23:13,373 Captain Joo has access to Yeongchwijeong 321 00:23:13,456 --> 00:23:14,874 despite his ignorance in baduk! 322 00:23:14,958 --> 00:23:15,792 Sang-hwa… 323 00:23:19,671 --> 00:23:21,673 carries his sword around. 324 00:23:32,934 --> 00:23:34,560 If you feel wronged, 325 00:23:34,644 --> 00:23:36,521 challenge him in a fight and win. 326 00:23:40,650 --> 00:23:41,776 Is anyone outside? 327 00:23:45,530 --> 00:23:47,949 Yes, Your Majesty. Did you call for me? 328 00:23:48,032 --> 00:23:51,035 As I skipped today's afternoon study, I shall have nighttime study. 329 00:23:51,119 --> 00:23:52,996 Summon the Nightshift Royal Secretary. 330 00:23:53,079 --> 00:23:54,372 I shall, Your Majesty. 331 00:24:08,094 --> 00:24:08,928 Your Majesty. 332 00:24:09,679 --> 00:24:12,056 Did you use me as an excuse to Court Lady Dong again? 333 00:24:12,807 --> 00:24:15,768 She requested access to Yeongchwijeong, so I had no choice. 334 00:24:17,311 --> 00:24:20,898 You are the best excuse that I can use against her. 335 00:24:23,026 --> 00:24:25,445 Has Gidaeryeong Kang Mong-woo come to the palace yet? 336 00:24:25,528 --> 00:24:26,821 He has not. 337 00:24:27,864 --> 00:24:30,491 Order him to come to Yeongchwijeong as soon as he does. 338 00:24:30,575 --> 00:24:31,492 Your Majesty. 339 00:24:31,576 --> 00:24:33,786 You have a morning assembly at the hall of governance today. 340 00:24:33,870 --> 00:24:35,038 Right. 341 00:24:35,538 --> 00:24:37,498 Order him to be there as soon as the assembly is over. 342 00:24:37,582 --> 00:24:38,666 I will, Your Majesty. 343 00:25:03,941 --> 00:25:06,819 You may await His Majesty's orders here. 344 00:25:07,403 --> 00:25:08,905 Could you do me a favor? 345 00:25:09,405 --> 00:25:10,490 Please speak. 346 00:25:12,075 --> 00:25:13,910 This is the list of officials awaiting promotion. 347 00:25:14,494 --> 00:25:17,538 You shall write up their official appointment letters. 348 00:25:18,081 --> 00:25:19,165 Yes, my lord. 349 00:25:36,641 --> 00:25:40,228 So it seems Yoo Hyun-bo will be returning to the court after all. 350 00:25:41,813 --> 00:25:43,856 Where are the petitions for His Majesty? 351 00:25:58,996 --> 00:26:01,415 Did I not order you to remove this one? 352 00:26:02,041 --> 00:26:03,167 My lord. 353 00:26:03,251 --> 00:26:05,711 This pertains to an urgent matter at the border region. 354 00:26:06,212 --> 00:26:08,339 I believe it should be reviewed by His Majesty. 355 00:26:08,422 --> 00:26:10,967 It is against our treaty with the Qing 356 00:26:11,050 --> 00:26:12,802 to repair collapsed fortresses. 357 00:26:13,386 --> 00:26:15,346 An envoy from the Qing will be here soon. 358 00:26:15,429 --> 00:26:17,974 If the matter causes a diplomatic issue, 359 00:26:18,599 --> 00:26:20,226 will you take responsibility? 360 00:26:21,811 --> 00:26:24,814 However, His Majesty should be informed. 361 00:26:25,398 --> 00:26:27,275 Do you think he is in the dark? 362 00:26:28,776 --> 00:26:31,529 Do not be pompous and lay low as if you were dead. 363 00:26:32,029 --> 00:26:35,616 Never forget that there are people ready to drag you down. 364 00:26:36,868 --> 00:26:37,827 Do you understand? 365 00:26:39,662 --> 00:26:40,830 Yes, my lord. 366 00:26:47,044 --> 00:26:48,254 What is it? 367 00:26:48,337 --> 00:26:49,839 The gidaeryeong has asked for a baduk table. 368 00:26:49,922 --> 00:26:51,007 What shall I do? 369 00:26:52,425 --> 00:26:53,551 You take care of it. 370 00:26:54,343 --> 00:26:56,220 Gather the petitions and follow me. 371 00:26:56,304 --> 00:26:57,221 Yes, my lord. 372 00:27:00,933 --> 00:27:03,769 I did not expect you to come yourself. 373 00:27:03,853 --> 00:27:07,565 Did you not ask for a baduk table to see me? 374 00:27:07,648 --> 00:27:09,650 Even if that had been my intention, 375 00:27:09,734 --> 00:27:11,277 you could have chosen not to come. 376 00:27:14,697 --> 00:27:16,199 Why did you return? 377 00:27:18,242 --> 00:27:21,287 Was the pain from three years ago not enough? 378 00:27:21,370 --> 00:27:23,664 If you wish to discuss the pain I experienced then, 379 00:27:24,207 --> 00:27:26,375 you should ask for my forgiveness first. 380 00:27:26,959 --> 00:27:29,420 You forged an attestation that I had never given. 381 00:27:32,757 --> 00:27:33,758 I do not need 382 00:27:34,967 --> 00:27:36,260 your forgiveness. 383 00:27:37,511 --> 00:27:38,930 I only did what I had to. 384 00:27:41,766 --> 00:27:43,267 You have become rather brazen. 385 00:27:44,393 --> 00:27:46,687 I must say that it is quite a relief. 386 00:27:49,482 --> 00:27:52,360 To go against the King who has mastered all trickery and deception, 387 00:27:52,860 --> 00:27:54,904 such brazenness would be necessary. 388 00:28:00,493 --> 00:28:01,702 What do you mean 389 00:28:02,328 --> 00:28:03,955 by going against the King? 390 00:28:07,708 --> 00:28:09,293 You asked why I have returned. 391 00:28:10,711 --> 00:28:13,756 I have returned to bring down the King who tricked his way onto the throne 392 00:28:15,424 --> 00:28:17,593 by fooling the world with his wicked wiles. 393 00:28:19,720 --> 00:28:21,430 I shall offer you an opportunity as well. 394 00:28:23,307 --> 00:28:25,851 The opportunity to get revenge on the enemy who slayed your father. 395 00:28:28,062 --> 00:28:29,772 Will you join hands with me? 396 00:28:58,292 --> 00:29:02,796 I thought you might have run away in fear after our conversation last night. 397 00:29:05,382 --> 00:29:08,093 Is that why you ordered the Special Firearms Unit to follow me? 398 00:29:08,176 --> 00:29:11,221 It would be a waste to lose my precious baduk opponent, would it not? 399 00:29:14,308 --> 00:29:15,475 Do not be concerned. 400 00:29:16,810 --> 00:29:18,895 I will not run away of my own volition, 401 00:29:18,979 --> 00:29:21,857 not unless I die or am expelled. 402 00:29:22,899 --> 00:29:24,818 That means there is something you want from me. 403 00:29:25,319 --> 00:29:26,445 What is it? 404 00:29:30,782 --> 00:29:32,326 As you are aware, 405 00:29:33,368 --> 00:29:35,871 I only play baduk when there is a bet. 406 00:29:44,004 --> 00:29:46,465 You dare to suggest a game of baduk gamble? 407 00:29:47,716 --> 00:29:49,343 If you win, 408 00:29:49,426 --> 00:29:52,137 you may decide my fate however you see fit. 409 00:29:52,220 --> 00:29:53,805 If I win, 410 00:29:53,889 --> 00:29:56,475 I beg you to grant me a wish, whatever that may be. 411 00:29:57,225 --> 00:30:00,729 You want me to retract my promise of death should you get a patron? 412 00:30:01,980 --> 00:30:03,065 Your Majesty, 413 00:30:03,732 --> 00:30:06,902 I will not beg you to spare my life. 414 00:30:14,951 --> 00:30:17,663 It all sounds like I would be losing out greatly. 415 00:30:25,128 --> 00:30:26,338 All right. 416 00:30:26,421 --> 00:30:28,465 I shall approve of your proposal. 417 00:30:29,091 --> 00:30:30,217 Thank you, Your Majesty. 418 00:30:36,848 --> 00:30:41,061 It would not be proper to withdraw all the stones for a fresh game, would it? 419 00:30:44,231 --> 00:30:46,608 You should have made your proposal earlier. 420 00:30:46,692 --> 00:30:47,859 My apologies. 421 00:31:00,247 --> 00:31:01,289 So… 422 00:31:01,873 --> 00:31:03,125 who won? 423 00:31:03,208 --> 00:31:06,795 As we played while calculating 10 to 20 moves ahead of each other, 424 00:31:06,878 --> 00:31:08,463 the game did not progress much. 425 00:31:08,547 --> 00:31:10,674 It will take a few days at the least to see who wins. 426 00:31:14,886 --> 00:31:16,638 Will Kim Myung-ha join hands with you? 427 00:31:17,222 --> 00:31:19,891 It will take a few days for him as well. 428 00:31:20,684 --> 00:31:22,394 What about Yoo Hyun-bo? 429 00:31:24,187 --> 00:31:25,856 We must get payback for Se-dong. 430 00:31:26,773 --> 00:31:30,068 Go collect all his winnings and leave nothing behind. 431 00:31:39,911 --> 00:31:40,871 Hey. 432 00:31:41,788 --> 00:31:43,790 Why do we not leave this much as their cut? 433 00:31:44,958 --> 00:31:46,877 The order was to collect everything. 434 00:31:46,960 --> 00:31:48,128 Everything? 435 00:31:51,089 --> 00:31:51,923 All right then. 436 00:31:59,723 --> 00:32:00,682 Hold on now. 437 00:32:00,766 --> 00:32:01,975 Where are you guys off to? 438 00:32:02,058 --> 00:32:03,935 Damn it. Did I not tell you? 439 00:32:04,019 --> 00:32:05,854 I said we needed to give them their cut. 440 00:32:23,079 --> 00:32:24,080 Halt. 441 00:32:32,923 --> 00:32:34,299 What is going on? 442 00:32:34,382 --> 00:32:37,636 These lowly bastards were being shameless, 443 00:32:37,719 --> 00:32:39,971 so I was teaching them some manners. 444 00:32:43,809 --> 00:32:45,560 Who are you 445 00:32:45,644 --> 00:32:48,563 - to teach them manners or fault them - My lord. 446 00:32:48,647 --> 00:32:50,398 - for being shameless? - My lord… 447 00:32:53,652 --> 00:32:56,279 What are you staring at? Get lost. 448 00:33:03,286 --> 00:33:05,664 Let us leave. Come on. 449 00:33:16,800 --> 00:33:18,343 Man-bok was right to cut in. 450 00:33:18,426 --> 00:33:20,303 Why did you let those lowly brats go? 451 00:33:21,513 --> 00:33:24,140 I did not want to let them go either. 452 00:33:25,183 --> 00:33:26,434 Then why? 453 00:33:26,518 --> 00:33:28,603 Do not tell me that it was because of the onlookers. 454 00:33:28,687 --> 00:33:30,772 Were you worried your promotion would be withdrawn 455 00:33:30,856 --> 00:33:32,232 if the Special Firearms Unit were to find out? 456 00:33:34,109 --> 00:33:35,026 My lord. 457 00:33:35,735 --> 00:33:40,532 Why do you think those brats placed their bets on Kang Mong-woo? 458 00:33:40,615 --> 00:33:41,700 What do you mean why? 459 00:33:41,783 --> 00:33:43,410 They just got lucky. 460 00:33:44,661 --> 00:33:49,374 They placed their bets knowing he would win. 461 00:33:49,457 --> 00:33:50,750 And how would they have known? 462 00:33:51,751 --> 00:33:54,212 As they work for him. 463 00:33:55,422 --> 00:33:59,926 Do you now understand why I let them leave with their lives intact? 464 00:34:00,594 --> 00:34:03,930 Do you mean you did so to win Kang Mong-woo's favor? 465 00:34:04,681 --> 00:34:06,057 Still, it was too much. 466 00:34:06,141 --> 00:34:08,810 Is it not a waste to give them all that fortune? 467 00:34:08,894 --> 00:34:11,146 Why would you think that is a waste? 468 00:34:11,229 --> 00:34:14,316 Once you become Kang Mong-woo's patron, 469 00:34:14,900 --> 00:34:18,945 you can make him cough up 10 times, or even 20 times the amount. 470 00:34:19,779 --> 00:34:22,991 That is easier said than done. 471 00:34:23,074 --> 00:34:26,286 In return for your efforts to bring me back into the court, 472 00:34:26,369 --> 00:34:31,207 I will bring Kang Mong-woo and make him kneel before you. 473 00:34:34,544 --> 00:34:35,670 Have a drink. 474 00:34:38,298 --> 00:34:39,174 By the way, 475 00:34:40,550 --> 00:34:43,261 did you ever commit a discourtesy to the Principal Director? 476 00:34:43,845 --> 00:34:46,890 He made up all kinds of excuses to go against your promotion. 477 00:34:46,973 --> 00:34:50,101 I barely got his approval only after spending a hefty sum. 478 00:34:51,394 --> 00:34:54,731 I can only wonder in question 479 00:34:55,315 --> 00:34:56,608 at his disapproval of me. 480 00:35:11,748 --> 00:35:13,875 Principal Director, have you been well? 481 00:35:15,502 --> 00:35:17,003 We have not conversed in a long time. 482 00:35:17,087 --> 00:35:20,215 I wish to visit you often to seek your counsel. 483 00:35:22,801 --> 00:35:25,762 Since you speak of my counsel, I shall offer one for you. 484 00:35:25,845 --> 00:35:27,138 Please do. 485 00:35:27,889 --> 00:35:30,225 Your promotion 486 00:35:30,308 --> 00:35:32,268 was only approved thanks to the Great Lord's plea, 487 00:35:32,352 --> 00:35:35,271 despite your performance review being marked out by His Majesty multiple times 488 00:35:35,355 --> 00:35:38,274 to be reinforced for further inspection and disciplinary actions. 489 00:35:38,358 --> 00:35:40,777 If you get caught by the Special Firearms Unit and dismissed, 490 00:35:40,860 --> 00:35:42,988 the Great Lord will be in a pickle. 491 00:35:43,488 --> 00:35:44,322 Therefore, 492 00:35:45,115 --> 00:35:47,742 you had better sever ties with your indecent business. 493 00:35:48,827 --> 00:35:50,453 I am referring to the gambling den. 494 00:35:51,705 --> 00:35:55,291 I will heed to your words, my lord. 495 00:36:16,354 --> 00:36:18,273 Just ignore him. 496 00:36:22,944 --> 00:36:24,571 Myung-ha. 497 00:36:36,624 --> 00:36:39,210 Even the lowest Royal Secretary must enjoy some prestige. 498 00:36:40,003 --> 00:36:42,714 You look very well indeed. 499 00:36:56,352 --> 00:36:59,939 Such cheek from a mere traitor's son. 500 00:37:13,495 --> 00:37:14,621 Where are you going? 501 00:37:16,164 --> 00:37:17,916 I am on my way to Yeongchwijeong. 502 00:37:18,541 --> 00:37:19,751 Why do you ask? 503 00:37:23,088 --> 00:37:26,007 Yoo Hyun-bo has returned to court as the Third Minister of Rites. 504 00:37:27,258 --> 00:37:28,593 If you go this way, 505 00:37:28,676 --> 00:37:30,345 you will run into him. 506 00:37:32,514 --> 00:37:34,557 I have no reason to avoid him. 507 00:37:42,941 --> 00:37:44,776 No one avoids feces out of fear. 508 00:37:44,859 --> 00:37:46,069 One does so because of its filth. 509 00:37:48,947 --> 00:37:50,949 There is another route to Yeongchwijeong. 510 00:37:51,032 --> 00:37:52,200 Follow me. 511 00:38:03,670 --> 00:38:06,798 This must be that famous peach tree. 512 00:38:07,841 --> 00:38:10,927 The tree that the late king planted with His Majesty in mind. 513 00:38:13,346 --> 00:38:16,307 Reviving it would be a challenge indeed. 514 00:38:22,605 --> 00:38:24,816 Head straight this way, and you will find Yeongchwijeong. 515 00:38:25,859 --> 00:38:27,527 You have not given me an answer yet. 516 00:38:27,610 --> 00:38:30,280 It is best to stay silent to a ridiculous proposition. 517 00:38:31,948 --> 00:38:33,158 Please reconsider. 518 00:38:33,241 --> 00:38:36,578 My answer will not change, even if I do reconsider a thousand times. 519 00:38:37,912 --> 00:38:39,330 What is the reason? 520 00:38:45,420 --> 00:38:47,255 Since you are being deliberately obtuse, 521 00:38:47,338 --> 00:38:49,007 I shall point out the flaws clearly. 522 00:38:49,966 --> 00:38:51,676 The goal that you dream of 523 00:38:51,759 --> 00:38:54,721 is difficult to achieve even with a just cause, suitable means, 524 00:38:54,804 --> 00:38:56,890 and a blessing from the heavens. 525 00:38:57,807 --> 00:38:59,976 Why would I risk my life 526 00:39:00,059 --> 00:39:02,145 for something that will clearly fail? 527 00:39:05,190 --> 00:39:07,066 While I cannot move the heavens, 528 00:39:07,650 --> 00:39:11,946 if I prove to you that I have the plan and means to reach my goal, 529 00:39:12,906 --> 00:39:14,324 will you trust me? 530 00:39:19,287 --> 00:39:21,080 I shall arrange an audience 531 00:39:21,873 --> 00:39:23,541 with Grand Prince Munseong and Princess Jangryeong. 532 00:39:26,794 --> 00:39:30,298 You would need approval from Her Royal Highness to that end. 533 00:39:30,381 --> 00:39:32,717 Do you think she will grant her approval 534 00:39:33,301 --> 00:39:34,552 when I am a thorn in her side? 535 00:39:34,636 --> 00:39:37,722 Furthermore, even if she did, 536 00:39:37,805 --> 00:39:40,225 Principal Director Park Jong-hwan would not sit back. 537 00:39:41,434 --> 00:39:42,810 You can wait and see. 538 00:39:46,773 --> 00:39:49,859 Here comes His Majesty! 539 00:40:06,459 --> 00:40:07,377 Your Majesty. 540 00:40:09,587 --> 00:40:11,589 What are you doing here? 541 00:40:12,423 --> 00:40:14,175 We were on our way to Yeongchwijeong. 542 00:40:14,259 --> 00:40:16,511 With so many inquisitive eyes on the gidaeryeong-- 543 00:40:16,594 --> 00:40:19,222 Hold your tongue. The question was for Mong-woo. 544 00:40:22,684 --> 00:40:25,270 As I have not yet mastered the ins and outs of the palace, 545 00:40:25,353 --> 00:40:28,815 the Sixth Royal Secretary was aiding me to find my way to Yeongchwijeong. 546 00:40:28,898 --> 00:40:29,983 How amusing. 547 00:40:32,235 --> 00:40:35,863 You dared to enter Yeongchwijeong when I did not even summon you? 548 00:40:38,283 --> 00:40:39,617 I had not thought it through. 549 00:40:40,576 --> 00:40:42,787 I beg your pardon for my foolishness. 550 00:40:42,870 --> 00:40:44,038 I do not want to see you. 551 00:40:44,789 --> 00:40:46,291 Go and wait for my command. 552 00:40:47,500 --> 00:40:48,710 As you wish, Your Majesty. 553 00:40:58,011 --> 00:40:59,178 I see it now. 554 00:41:00,054 --> 00:41:01,306 The two of you conspired 555 00:41:02,307 --> 00:41:05,476 and had Kang Mong-woo apply to become the gidaeryeong. 556 00:41:07,186 --> 00:41:08,604 That is not true, Your Majesty. 557 00:41:08,688 --> 00:41:10,857 Until I was ordered to play baduk against him 558 00:41:10,940 --> 00:41:12,483 at Chundangdae upon your command, 559 00:41:12,567 --> 00:41:14,235 I did not even know he was alive. 560 00:41:14,319 --> 00:41:17,280 You once boasted about your close friendship with him. 561 00:41:19,115 --> 00:41:20,116 There was a time 562 00:41:20,992 --> 00:41:23,578 when I sought to become close to Kang Mong-woo. 563 00:41:23,661 --> 00:41:26,039 However, ever since the incident three years ago, 564 00:41:26,122 --> 00:41:28,666 I had long forgotten him and moved on. 565 00:41:28,750 --> 00:41:32,003 As for Kang Mong-woo, I am certain he has a grudge against me. 566 00:41:32,086 --> 00:41:33,087 And… 567 00:41:34,255 --> 00:41:36,424 you do not have any grudge against him? 568 00:41:38,259 --> 00:41:41,346 Despite my unforgivable crime, 569 00:41:41,429 --> 00:41:42,889 you have shown me great kindness 570 00:41:42,972 --> 00:41:45,391 by sparing my life and giving me a government post. 571 00:41:45,475 --> 00:41:49,812 My only wish is that bygones can be bygones. 572 00:41:56,152 --> 00:41:58,321 Have you found a way to save the tree? 573 00:42:01,491 --> 00:42:04,452 I have made countless inquiries and found a few promising ways. 574 00:42:04,535 --> 00:42:05,370 And? 575 00:42:06,662 --> 00:42:08,539 Some suggested replacing the soil, 576 00:42:08,623 --> 00:42:11,584 and others suggested replanting the tree in fertile land. 577 00:42:12,126 --> 00:42:13,169 What shall I do? 578 00:42:14,253 --> 00:42:16,047 You may not replace the soil 579 00:42:17,215 --> 00:42:18,925 or replant the tree elsewhere. 580 00:42:21,219 --> 00:42:22,887 Find another way. 581 00:42:22,970 --> 00:42:24,472 Yes, Your Majesty. 582 00:43:03,386 --> 00:43:05,430 Has His Majesty summoned me to Yeongchwijeong? 583 00:43:05,513 --> 00:43:06,722 No, my lord. 584 00:43:06,806 --> 00:43:08,349 He commanded you to return home. 585 00:43:36,461 --> 00:43:37,670 Your Majesty. 586 00:43:38,463 --> 00:43:40,131 An urgent matter requires your attention 587 00:43:40,214 --> 00:43:42,091 regarding your travel for the gisinje. 588 00:43:42,175 --> 00:43:43,384 My ears are open. 589 00:43:43,885 --> 00:43:45,761 I apologize for saying this, 590 00:43:45,845 --> 00:43:48,764 but many offices have petitioned for the reduction of the troops 591 00:43:48,848 --> 00:43:51,559 to be mobilized for the said event. 592 00:43:57,064 --> 00:43:59,400 Do not generalize and state clearly. 593 00:43:59,484 --> 00:44:02,195 Who discussed what and where? 594 00:44:06,407 --> 00:44:08,367 During a meeting at the Ministry of War, 595 00:44:08,451 --> 00:44:12,205 some raised concerns about the high number of troops being mobilized for the event. 596 00:44:22,548 --> 00:44:24,008 What do you mean high? 597 00:44:26,219 --> 00:44:27,511 Some may suspect 598 00:44:27,595 --> 00:44:29,931 that you are inspecting the troops under the pretense of traveling. 599 00:44:30,014 --> 00:44:33,559 That is what the Ministry of War is concerned about. 600 00:44:35,645 --> 00:44:38,105 And who would dare raise such suspicion? 601 00:44:39,774 --> 00:44:42,151 The Qing's envoy is arriving soon. 602 00:44:43,486 --> 00:44:47,031 "Do not do anything that may arouse suspicion from the Qing's envoy." 603 00:44:48,074 --> 00:44:49,158 Is that what you are implying? 604 00:44:49,242 --> 00:44:50,201 Your Majesty. 605 00:44:50,701 --> 00:44:52,995 That is not what I meant to convey-- 606 00:44:53,079 --> 00:44:55,706 What else did they say about the matter? 607 00:45:00,795 --> 00:45:02,088 Your Majesty. 608 00:45:02,672 --> 00:45:03,798 I apologize, 609 00:45:03,881 --> 00:45:07,593 but the cost of your travel rises in proportion to the number of troops. 610 00:45:07,677 --> 00:45:10,638 The officials at the Ministry of Taxation also warned 611 00:45:10,721 --> 00:45:13,975 that the costs might not be met without levying a tax for your journey. 612 00:45:17,478 --> 00:45:18,604 The purpose of my travel 613 00:45:19,605 --> 00:45:21,482 is for the first gisinje of the late king 614 00:45:21,565 --> 00:45:23,401 after the three-year mourning period. 615 00:45:24,527 --> 00:45:25,528 If we cut the number of troops, 616 00:45:25,611 --> 00:45:29,323 the people will think that I lack honor for the late king. 617 00:45:30,449 --> 00:45:32,451 Thus, the offices' petition will not be granted. 618 00:45:32,535 --> 00:45:33,369 However, 619 00:45:34,328 --> 00:45:36,539 I will ride a horse instead of a royal palanquin. 620 00:45:37,123 --> 00:45:40,835 I will reduce the number of officials and court ladies in attendance as well. 621 00:45:40,918 --> 00:45:43,004 The officials traveling with me 622 00:45:44,005 --> 00:45:45,506 shall do the same. 623 00:45:47,466 --> 00:45:49,218 Would that soothe your concerns? 624 00:45:52,096 --> 00:45:54,223 What a wise answer, Your Majesty. 625 00:45:54,307 --> 00:45:56,809 We will follow your commands. 626 00:45:56,892 --> 00:45:58,019 I am done here. 627 00:45:58,978 --> 00:46:02,356 Everyone here shall shoot an arrow before they leave. 628 00:46:02,940 --> 00:46:04,358 - Yes, Your Majesty. - Yes, Your Majesty. 629 00:46:11,949 --> 00:46:13,075 I mean, 630 00:46:13,159 --> 00:46:14,994 what is so bad about placating the Qing? 631 00:46:15,077 --> 00:46:17,997 Why would he rage over a petition seeking to prevent trouble? 632 00:46:18,622 --> 00:46:21,792 I cannot seem to wrap my head around what His Majesty is thinking. 633 00:46:23,085 --> 00:46:26,630 His Majesty is placating the people, not the Qing. 634 00:46:27,340 --> 00:46:28,549 The people? 635 00:46:28,632 --> 00:46:30,426 Despite Joo Sang-hwa's efforts, 636 00:46:30,509 --> 00:46:32,845 the rumors about His Majesty continue to spread across the land. 637 00:46:32,928 --> 00:46:34,930 The public sentiment will only worsen 638 00:46:35,514 --> 00:46:37,183 if they find the gisinje lacking. 639 00:46:37,975 --> 00:46:39,643 How could he not get enraged 640 00:46:39,727 --> 00:46:41,395 to see his court stirring up trouble? 641 00:46:42,021 --> 00:46:43,022 Principal Director. 642 00:46:43,689 --> 00:46:46,067 What do you think about Minister Min's opinion? 643 00:46:46,984 --> 00:46:49,612 Let us speak in privacy, Great Lord. 644 00:46:53,574 --> 00:46:57,328 You have enraged him with your nonsense, Minister Min. 645 00:47:05,961 --> 00:47:06,962 Pardon? 646 00:47:07,797 --> 00:47:10,007 But that is… 647 00:47:10,091 --> 00:47:11,133 Why? 648 00:47:11,801 --> 00:47:13,219 Can you not do it? 649 00:47:15,596 --> 00:47:16,597 Of course I can. 650 00:47:16,680 --> 00:47:18,724 I will speak to Her Majesty. 651 00:47:18,808 --> 00:47:22,061 Then I shall convey this to Her Royal Highness. 652 00:47:31,153 --> 00:47:33,239 You want me to summon Kang Mong-woo, the gidaeryeong? 653 00:47:33,823 --> 00:47:36,367 His Majesty would be furious if he were to find out. 654 00:47:38,452 --> 00:47:39,662 I cannot do it. 655 00:47:40,204 --> 00:47:41,914 I have nothing to ask of the gidaeryeong. 656 00:47:42,415 --> 00:47:43,416 Father. 657 00:47:43,499 --> 00:47:46,001 If you want to become the patron of the gidaeryeong, 658 00:47:46,085 --> 00:47:47,628 please find another way. 659 00:47:47,711 --> 00:47:48,879 Your Majesty. 660 00:47:49,505 --> 00:47:52,508 I would not have brought it up if that had been the case. 661 00:47:54,093 --> 00:47:55,010 Is it… 662 00:47:55,594 --> 00:47:57,596 the Principal Director's command? 663 00:47:58,973 --> 00:48:00,057 No, 664 00:48:00,683 --> 00:48:02,601 it must be Her Royal Highness's command. 665 00:48:05,813 --> 00:48:08,065 She could just summon him to her quarters instead. 666 00:48:12,611 --> 00:48:15,948 It is to avoid His Majesty's wrath when he finds out. 667 00:48:16,532 --> 00:48:18,784 They need a scapegoat. 668 00:48:18,868 --> 00:48:22,580 They only sent you to me to prevent me from telling His Majesty 669 00:48:22,663 --> 00:48:25,624 that Her Royal Highness is behind it like the First Senior Consort did. 670 00:48:25,708 --> 00:48:26,584 Am I wrong? 671 00:48:26,667 --> 00:48:27,835 Your Majesty. 672 00:48:28,627 --> 00:48:32,631 Just consider this your duty as a daughter-in-law to prevent discord 673 00:48:33,215 --> 00:48:35,092 between a son and his mother. 674 00:48:58,449 --> 00:49:00,201 You have been waiting for this, have you not? 675 00:49:00,910 --> 00:49:02,077 Thank you, as always. 676 00:49:02,703 --> 00:49:04,038 It is nothing. 677 00:49:05,414 --> 00:49:07,458 What about the herbal medicine for Her Majesty? 678 00:49:08,042 --> 00:49:09,543 It will be ready soon. 679 00:49:14,673 --> 00:49:16,675 Her Majesty takes herbal medicine? 680 00:49:16,759 --> 00:49:18,802 Her chronic migraine has come back. 681 00:49:20,262 --> 00:49:22,932 - What happened? - Is it not obvious? 682 00:49:23,641 --> 00:49:26,852 Her Royal Highness is forcing her to carry out a distasteful task. 683 00:49:27,353 --> 00:49:29,730 She was forced to do so when the First Senior Consort was exiled. 684 00:49:29,813 --> 00:49:33,776 She went to plead with His Majesty upon Her Royal Highness's orders 685 00:49:33,859 --> 00:49:35,444 and earned his ire for no reason. 686 00:49:44,453 --> 00:49:47,748 I will skip the morning assembly today and inspect the Directorate of Training. 687 00:49:48,332 --> 00:49:50,376 - Lead the way. - Yes, Your Majesty. 688 00:50:18,028 --> 00:50:20,573 His Majesty is away to visit the Directorate of Training. 689 00:50:21,824 --> 00:50:24,243 Tell the Queen to carry out my order today. 690 00:50:24,326 --> 00:50:25,911 Yes, Your Royal Highness. 691 00:50:57,985 --> 00:51:00,738 I am writing to you as an urgent matter came to my attention. 692 00:51:00,821 --> 00:51:03,532 Last night, Her Majesty's illness worsened. 693 00:51:03,616 --> 00:51:05,242 According to the female physicians, 694 00:51:05,326 --> 00:51:07,828 it is due to Her Royal Highness. 695 00:51:10,581 --> 00:51:12,499 Gidaeryeong Kang, Her Majesty has summoned you. 696 00:51:16,128 --> 00:51:20,132 As you have told me to send word should Her Royal Highness make a move, 697 00:51:20,215 --> 00:51:21,884 I send you this letter just in case. 698 00:51:26,263 --> 00:51:27,598 Your Majesty. 699 00:51:27,681 --> 00:51:30,100 Gidaeryeong Kang is here. 700 00:51:31,602 --> 00:51:32,686 Let him enter. 701 00:51:59,421 --> 00:52:03,342 Gidaeryeong Kang Mong-woo at your service, Your Majesty. 702 00:52:08,055 --> 00:52:09,056 Please wait. 703 00:52:09,598 --> 00:52:11,850 The person you should offer your services to 704 00:52:11,934 --> 00:52:12,893 will be here shortly. 705 00:52:14,436 --> 00:52:15,479 Your Majesty. 706 00:52:16,313 --> 00:52:17,147 Forgive me, 707 00:52:17,773 --> 00:52:19,733 but you seem distressed. 708 00:52:22,069 --> 00:52:23,195 You have keen eyes. 709 00:52:24,113 --> 00:52:25,447 I am distressed. 710 00:52:28,409 --> 00:52:30,911 I have a way to rid you of your concern. 711 00:52:32,371 --> 00:52:34,039 Would you like to hear it? 712 00:52:36,291 --> 00:52:38,460 Just how would you know what concerns me? 713 00:52:39,878 --> 00:52:41,797 Is it not because Her Royal Highness 714 00:52:42,381 --> 00:52:46,009 is coming to your quarters to see me while His Majesty is away? 715 00:52:48,762 --> 00:52:50,055 How did you know? 716 00:52:51,390 --> 00:52:54,393 His Majesty has left the palace on purpose. 717 00:52:55,102 --> 00:52:56,812 When Her Royal Highness comes to see me, 718 00:52:56,895 --> 00:53:00,399 His Majesty will rush here at that very moment. 719 00:53:02,317 --> 00:53:03,360 What… 720 00:53:03,444 --> 00:53:04,903 What could I do? 721 00:53:05,446 --> 00:53:06,947 At this rate, 722 00:53:07,030 --> 00:53:09,366 His Majesty's wrath will be upon me. 723 00:53:09,867 --> 00:53:11,994 I have an idea. 724 00:53:12,745 --> 00:53:14,121 We have no time, 725 00:53:14,204 --> 00:53:16,790 so allow me to ask a few questions before I share my idea. 726 00:53:17,541 --> 00:53:18,876 Ask me anything. 727 00:53:40,189 --> 00:53:43,108 Your Majesty, Her Royal Highness is here. 728 00:53:57,000 --> 00:53:58,210 Is the Grand Prince inside? 729 00:53:58,291 --> 00:54:00,877 Grand Prince Munseong left for the Royal Garden earlier. 730 00:54:01,961 --> 00:54:03,546 Do you know where he is in the Royal Garden? 731 00:54:05,632 --> 00:54:06,674 Gidaeryeong. 732 00:54:07,217 --> 00:54:08,593 You may raise your head. 733 00:54:16,809 --> 00:54:18,186 My goodness. 734 00:54:20,396 --> 00:54:24,984 How come no one told me he was such a fine-looking young man? 735 00:54:25,693 --> 00:54:26,611 My apologies. 736 00:54:27,278 --> 00:54:29,781 It was my first time seeing him today, 737 00:54:29,864 --> 00:54:31,115 so I could not inform you. 738 00:54:31,741 --> 00:54:33,701 I was not talking to you, Your Majesty. 739 00:54:34,953 --> 00:54:36,371 Just stay silent. 740 00:54:37,247 --> 00:54:38,373 I apologize, Your… 741 00:54:39,916 --> 00:54:40,750 Royal Highness. 742 00:54:44,837 --> 00:54:46,714 You may sit comfortably, Gidaeryeong. 743 00:54:47,298 --> 00:54:49,509 Thank you for your kindness, Your Royal Highness. 744 00:54:54,222 --> 00:54:56,474 I am told that you are exceptional at baduk. 745 00:54:56,557 --> 00:54:58,893 I hear His Majesty is quite satisfied. 746 00:54:58,977 --> 00:55:02,188 Tell me, how does it feel being the gidaeryeong? 747 00:55:03,231 --> 00:55:04,857 Some may praise my skill, 748 00:55:05,358 --> 00:55:07,235 but it is nowhere close to His Majesty's. 749 00:55:07,318 --> 00:55:10,738 I head to Yeongchwijeong daily hoping to learn from him. 750 00:55:11,614 --> 00:55:16,703 I finally understand why His Majesty is so fond of you. 751 00:55:17,662 --> 00:55:18,788 I apologize, 752 00:55:18,871 --> 00:55:21,082 but I am unsure of his affections. 753 00:55:21,666 --> 00:55:23,459 He has not summoned me for the past few days. 754 00:55:23,543 --> 00:55:26,796 If he does not like someone, he does not hesitate to exile them 755 00:55:26,879 --> 00:55:28,923 and never sees them again. 756 00:55:29,007 --> 00:55:30,216 I believe 757 00:55:30,300 --> 00:55:33,511 he is in the process of molding you into the companion of his liking. 758 00:55:35,138 --> 00:55:39,100 Your words are putting my heart at ease, Your Royal Highness. 759 00:55:40,268 --> 00:55:41,269 Is that so? 760 00:55:42,186 --> 00:55:44,439 Then we should see each other often. 761 00:55:49,319 --> 00:55:50,361 I would like to 762 00:55:51,904 --> 00:55:55,033 become a dependable patron for you. 763 00:55:55,783 --> 00:55:56,909 What do you say? 764 00:56:00,997 --> 00:56:01,998 I am very grateful, 765 00:56:02,665 --> 00:56:05,126 but the offer is excessively generous. 766 00:56:05,209 --> 00:56:06,961 It is not excessive. 767 00:56:07,045 --> 00:56:08,796 Do not read too much into it. 768 00:56:09,422 --> 00:56:11,382 As it is something I cannot handle, 769 00:56:11,883 --> 00:56:13,718 I must beg you to withdraw your offer. 770 00:56:15,678 --> 00:56:19,349 How dare you decline despite my repeated requests? 771 00:56:20,516 --> 00:56:22,977 I wonder why you are being so arrogant. 772 00:56:23,895 --> 00:56:24,854 Tell me. 773 00:56:25,396 --> 00:56:27,940 Here comes His Majesty! 774 00:56:47,669 --> 00:56:49,796 Welcome, Your Majesty. 775 00:56:58,429 --> 00:56:59,555 Do not walk away. 776 00:57:02,350 --> 00:57:04,519 Did you just return to the palace? 777 00:57:05,186 --> 00:57:06,729 It is quite disappointing 778 00:57:06,813 --> 00:57:10,108 to learn that you would come here before visiting my quarters first. 779 00:57:10,191 --> 00:57:11,859 I went to your quarters first 780 00:57:11,943 --> 00:57:13,986 and came here as the court ladies directed me. 781 00:57:14,862 --> 00:57:17,448 What brings you all the way to the Queen's quarters? 782 00:57:20,410 --> 00:57:23,663 I came by to give my regards after hearing that she was unwell. 783 00:57:26,207 --> 00:57:27,542 That is quite strange. 784 00:57:28,334 --> 00:57:31,671 You have never masked your discontent at the news of the Queen's ailments. 785 00:57:34,465 --> 00:57:37,009 And yet, you came all the way here to see her? 786 00:57:37,093 --> 00:57:38,386 Also, 787 00:57:40,054 --> 00:57:42,223 what brings you here, Mong-woo? 788 00:57:43,808 --> 00:57:45,560 Your Majesty, I-- 789 00:57:45,643 --> 00:57:47,770 Her Majesty must have summoned him. 790 00:57:49,480 --> 00:57:51,315 Am I wrong, Your Majesty? 791 00:57:54,026 --> 00:57:56,362 Did you summon the gidaeryeong, My Queen? 792 00:58:01,784 --> 00:58:04,537 Yes, I did. 793 00:58:05,204 --> 00:58:07,457 This is becoming even more strange. 794 00:58:09,083 --> 00:58:10,793 You do not know how to play baduk 795 00:58:11,544 --> 00:58:13,796 and are not even feeling well. 796 00:58:13,880 --> 00:58:15,965 So why would you summon the gidaeryeong 797 00:58:17,592 --> 00:58:21,888 who should only answer to me while I happened to be away? 798 00:58:22,930 --> 00:58:26,267 I wanted to discuss the matter of Grand Prince Munseong with him. 799 00:58:26,350 --> 00:58:27,226 And what could have 800 00:58:27,310 --> 00:58:30,563 prompted you to discuss a matter regarding the Grand Prince 801 00:58:31,564 --> 00:58:33,941 with a complete stranger like the gidaeryeong? 802 00:58:35,234 --> 00:58:36,235 Well… 803 00:58:37,111 --> 00:58:38,070 Because… 804 00:58:39,280 --> 00:58:42,074 I was going to inform you in advance, 805 00:58:42,658 --> 00:58:43,659 but I failed to do so. 806 00:58:44,660 --> 00:58:47,705 I was not aware that you were out of the palace. 807 00:58:47,789 --> 00:58:49,207 My goodness. 808 00:58:49,707 --> 00:58:53,294 Seeing as she cannot speak straight, she must be very ill. 809 00:58:53,377 --> 00:58:55,463 Let us leave so she can rest. 810 00:58:55,546 --> 00:58:57,048 Mong-woo, you answer me. 811 00:58:58,966 --> 00:59:00,676 Why did the Queen summon you? 812 00:59:03,554 --> 00:59:07,850 I do not know why Her Majesty summoned me, 813 00:59:07,934 --> 00:59:09,602 but I will inform you of our conversation. 814 00:59:10,353 --> 00:59:12,063 Her Majesty questioned me 815 00:59:12,146 --> 00:59:16,275 if I would be willing to teach baduk to Grand Prince Munseong. 816 00:59:19,612 --> 00:59:21,113 And what did you say? 817 00:59:22,573 --> 00:59:26,744 I replied that I could not do so without your approval. 818 00:59:27,787 --> 00:59:30,665 And how come you sought a baduk tutor for the Grand Prince? 819 00:59:32,667 --> 00:59:33,709 The truth is, 820 00:59:34,460 --> 00:59:38,714 Grand Prince Munseong asked me to get him a baduk table a while ago. 821 00:59:39,382 --> 00:59:40,424 I assume 822 00:59:40,508 --> 00:59:43,719 that the news of the gidaeryeong sparked his curiosity. 823 00:59:47,056 --> 00:59:48,391 Mother, 824 00:59:48,474 --> 00:59:50,726 did you happen to hear their conversation? 825 00:59:52,979 --> 00:59:54,480 I did not. 826 00:59:55,064 --> 00:59:57,483 It must have taken place before my arrival. 827 00:59:57,567 --> 00:59:58,568 Is that so? 828 00:59:59,694 --> 01:00:01,404 Is anyone outside? 829 01:00:04,365 --> 01:00:06,909 Did you summon me, Your Majesty? 830 01:00:06,993 --> 01:00:09,203 Bring Grand Prince Munseong immediately. 831 01:00:09,829 --> 01:00:11,372 As you wish, Your Majesty. 832 01:00:14,625 --> 01:00:15,751 Your Majesty. 833 01:00:17,086 --> 01:00:20,464 Surely an offhand request for a baduk table from the Grand Prince 834 01:00:21,048 --> 01:00:22,508 cannot be so important. 835 01:00:22,592 --> 01:00:24,385 Depending on his answer, 836 01:00:25,386 --> 01:00:27,430 this may become an important matter. 837 01:00:30,558 --> 01:00:32,602 If he answers that no such request was made, 838 01:00:33,519 --> 01:00:36,772 it means the Queen and the gidaeryeong have both lied to me. 839 01:00:36,856 --> 01:00:37,690 And if so, 840 01:00:38,566 --> 01:00:40,401 I must find out… 841 01:00:42,904 --> 01:00:44,906 why they have done so. 842 01:01:02,340 --> 01:01:03,674 Your Majesty, 843 01:01:03,758 --> 01:01:06,010 Grand Prince Munseong is here. 844 01:01:24,111 --> 01:01:25,988 Welcome, Grand Prince Munseong. 845 01:01:27,531 --> 01:01:28,574 Grand Prince. 846 01:01:29,075 --> 01:01:31,786 Have you ever asked the Queen to get a baduk table for you? 847 01:01:38,292 --> 01:01:39,377 Yes, Your Majesty. 848 01:01:40,002 --> 01:01:44,090 I have indeed asked her to get one for me. 849 01:01:44,173 --> 01:01:47,468 How come you turned to the Queen instead of me? 850 01:01:48,177 --> 01:01:51,013 I wanted to inform you 851 01:01:51,097 --> 01:01:53,265 after learning the basics of baduk first. 852 01:01:53,349 --> 01:01:56,686 I thought you might then find joy in my interest in baduk-- 853 01:01:56,769 --> 01:02:01,691 It appears the Grand Prince wanted to win your heart over with baduk. 854 01:02:02,274 --> 01:02:04,485 No, that is not-- 855 01:02:04,568 --> 01:02:06,070 How dare you talk back? 856 01:02:06,612 --> 01:02:08,155 Is that all you have learned from me? 857 01:02:09,907 --> 01:02:12,159 I apologize, Your Royal Highness. 858 01:02:14,704 --> 01:02:16,831 Your senseless meddling 859 01:02:16,914 --> 01:02:18,499 ended up leading to trouble! 860 01:02:19,959 --> 01:02:21,002 Your Majesty. 861 01:02:21,669 --> 01:02:23,421 If Her Royal Highness gets angry, 862 01:02:23,504 --> 01:02:26,716 beg for her forgiveness and ask to be punished. 863 01:02:26,799 --> 01:02:30,886 That way, His Majesty's wrath will not fall upon you. 864 01:02:32,555 --> 01:02:33,723 Please forgive me. 865 01:02:34,306 --> 01:02:36,100 This happened due to my foolishness, 866 01:02:36,183 --> 01:02:39,603 so please punish me and do not condemn Grand Prince Munseong. 867 01:02:42,732 --> 01:02:44,191 Grand Prince Munseong. 868 01:02:44,775 --> 01:02:46,235 Yes, Your Majesty. 869 01:02:46,902 --> 01:02:48,904 Do you really wish to learn baduk? 870 01:02:48,988 --> 01:02:50,740 Do not mind him, Your Majesty. 871 01:02:50,823 --> 01:02:52,658 He does not know what he is saying. 872 01:02:52,742 --> 01:02:54,577 He only feigned interest as a means to an end. 873 01:02:54,660 --> 01:02:57,246 - Is that not true, Grand Prince? - Speak up. 874 01:02:59,540 --> 01:03:01,083 Do you want to learn baduk? 875 01:03:03,002 --> 01:03:04,253 If you would allow it, 876 01:03:05,087 --> 01:03:06,380 I would like to learn. 877 01:03:09,967 --> 01:03:10,885 All right then. 878 01:03:11,552 --> 01:03:13,596 I will get you a baduk table, 879 01:03:15,347 --> 01:03:17,016 so learn from the gidaeryeong. 880 01:03:19,185 --> 01:03:21,020 I am very grateful, Your Majesty. 881 01:03:21,103 --> 01:03:22,188 That will not do. 882 01:03:22,271 --> 01:03:25,608 You will only spoil him if you grant his request easily. 883 01:03:25,691 --> 01:03:28,569 With you in charge of his education, 884 01:03:28,652 --> 01:03:30,738 what could possibly go wrong? 885 01:03:33,699 --> 01:03:35,326 Though that is quite true… 886 01:03:36,994 --> 01:03:39,205 You must teach him with all your heart. 887 01:03:40,873 --> 01:03:42,166 Of course, Your Majesty. 888 01:03:42,249 --> 01:03:44,835 I will try my best to become a good tutor. 889 01:04:09,860 --> 01:04:13,280 Was involving Grand Prince Munseong your idea or the Queen's? 890 01:04:17,993 --> 01:04:20,246 As Her Majesty was distressed, 891 01:04:20,329 --> 01:04:22,248 I merely showed her a way out. 892 01:04:23,040 --> 01:04:25,960 However, I did not fabricate the Grand Prince's interest. 893 01:04:26,043 --> 01:04:28,003 How come you helped the Queen? 894 01:04:29,171 --> 01:04:31,549 Her Majesty and I were about to fall into the snares 895 01:04:32,049 --> 01:04:34,885 that the two most noble persons had prepared for one another. 896 01:04:34,969 --> 01:04:36,929 I could not sit back and watch. 897 01:04:37,555 --> 01:04:41,142 I simply helped her as it was the only way to ensure my own survival. 898 01:04:43,519 --> 01:04:44,854 Are you certain that is all? 899 01:04:48,107 --> 01:04:49,108 Yes, Your Majesty. 900 01:04:49,984 --> 01:04:51,402 That is all there is to it. 901 01:04:57,158 --> 01:05:01,245 The Queen Dowager, the woman who gave birth to me and raised me, 902 01:05:01,871 --> 01:05:04,456 will not admit defeat so easily. 903 01:05:06,208 --> 01:05:10,462 Nor will she excuse you for helping out the Queen. 904 01:05:10,546 --> 01:05:11,922 She will do whatever it takes… 905 01:05:13,507 --> 01:05:15,301 to have you groveling on your four 906 01:05:15,926 --> 01:05:19,305 while begging for her forgiveness with tears flowing from your eyes. 907 01:05:21,098 --> 01:05:23,100 How do you plan on avoiding her wrath? 908 01:05:27,313 --> 01:05:29,523 I have no means to avoid that. 909 01:05:30,107 --> 01:05:34,028 However, risking her wrath was inevitable 910 01:05:34,111 --> 01:05:35,863 to uphold your command regarding patrons. 911 01:05:37,489 --> 01:05:39,533 All I can do now is turn to you for your help. 912 01:05:48,417 --> 01:05:50,669 Do you still expect help from me? 913 01:06:02,765 --> 01:06:03,766 Do not worry. 914 01:06:04,892 --> 01:06:06,894 You are the gidaeryeong and my person. 915 01:06:08,020 --> 01:06:10,064 As you have adhered to my royal command, 916 01:06:13,651 --> 01:06:14,944 I shall protect you too. 917 01:06:31,293 --> 01:06:32,419 Your Majesty. 918 01:06:32,503 --> 01:06:35,214 Forgive me, but may I ask you a question? 919 01:06:38,509 --> 01:06:40,552 It seems like you have much to ask for. 920 01:06:41,178 --> 01:06:42,263 What is it? 921 01:06:43,013 --> 01:06:45,516 How come you granted Grand Prince Munseong's request? 922 01:06:50,604 --> 01:06:52,648 I learned baduk when I was his age. 923 01:06:53,399 --> 01:06:55,693 I granted his request as it reminded me of my past. 924 01:07:00,906 --> 01:07:03,033 Do not dream of using the Grand Prince's tutoring 925 01:07:03,117 --> 01:07:05,744 as an excuse to neglect your duties as the gidaeryeong. 926 01:07:05,828 --> 01:07:06,996 Am I understood? 927 01:07:09,164 --> 01:07:12,126 Of course, Your Majesty. 928 01:07:32,563 --> 01:07:35,274 Gidaeryeong Kang Mong-woo at your service, Your Highness. 929 01:07:36,108 --> 01:07:38,777 This is the gidaeryeong I told you about, Sister. 930 01:07:43,198 --> 01:07:44,199 Greetings. 931 01:07:48,370 --> 01:07:49,955 Where is the baduk table? 932 01:07:50,622 --> 01:07:53,792 It is in the pavilion. Let us head there. 933 01:08:17,149 --> 01:08:18,233 Myung-ha? 934 01:08:29,161 --> 01:08:31,413 Your Highnesses. 935 01:08:31,997 --> 01:08:33,749 Have you been well? 936 01:08:35,459 --> 01:08:37,419 I apologize for the belated greetings. 937 01:08:38,003 --> 01:08:40,506 Please forgive me for failing my duties. 938 01:08:41,757 --> 01:08:42,800 No. 939 01:08:43,634 --> 01:08:45,260 Do not say such things. 940 01:08:51,767 --> 01:08:52,810 Your Highness, 941 01:08:53,394 --> 01:08:54,895 do you not remember him? 942 01:08:55,479 --> 01:08:56,563 To speak the truth, 943 01:08:57,314 --> 01:08:58,607 I do not recognize him. 944 01:08:58,690 --> 01:09:00,984 It is natural you do not. 945 01:09:01,068 --> 01:09:04,988 Did I not mention that Myung-ha became the Sixth Royal Secretary? 946 01:09:05,823 --> 01:09:06,865 You did. 947 01:09:08,784 --> 01:09:10,619 When will you teach me baduk? 948 01:09:11,286 --> 01:09:12,496 We have no time. 949 01:09:12,579 --> 01:09:15,457 Her Royal Highness only granted an hour of learning. 950 01:09:16,083 --> 01:09:17,709 Let us begin now. 951 01:09:37,855 --> 01:09:39,356 Let us stop here for today. 952 01:09:39,440 --> 01:09:40,691 As you wish, Your Majesty. 953 01:09:46,321 --> 01:09:47,781 I will head to Yeongchwijeong. 954 01:09:47,865 --> 01:09:49,032 Summon Kang Mong-woo. 955 01:09:49,992 --> 01:09:51,410 Your Majesty. 956 01:09:51,493 --> 01:09:54,913 The gidaeryeong is currently tutoring the Grand Prince at the Royal Garden. 957 01:09:54,997 --> 01:09:56,373 Yes, that is right. 958 01:09:57,040 --> 01:09:58,125 It slipped my mind. 959 01:10:00,627 --> 01:10:02,379 It did not slip your mind. 960 01:10:02,463 --> 01:10:04,423 You are simply too engrossed in a single matter. 961 01:10:05,007 --> 01:10:07,176 On what, exactly? 962 01:10:07,259 --> 01:10:09,219 The gidaeryeong you keep summoning, 963 01:10:10,971 --> 01:10:12,514 Kang Mong-woo. 964 01:10:17,769 --> 01:10:20,063 Enough of that nonsense. 965 01:10:25,903 --> 01:10:27,446 No one shall follow me. 966 01:10:35,537 --> 01:10:36,830 So? 967 01:10:36,914 --> 01:10:38,332 Have you reached a decision? 968 01:10:39,124 --> 01:10:40,250 My answer is no. 969 01:10:42,294 --> 01:10:45,672 I cannot put Their Highnesses at risk solely to achieve my goal. 970 01:10:45,756 --> 01:10:47,257 I doubt that is your true reason. 971 01:10:48,425 --> 01:10:50,802 You are afraid that the incident three years ago 972 01:10:51,595 --> 01:10:52,763 may repeat itself. 973 01:10:55,182 --> 01:10:58,727 Losing your kin again for aiding me would be a tragedy you want to avoid. 974 01:11:01,146 --> 01:11:02,439 If that is how you feel, 975 01:11:02,523 --> 01:11:04,107 I will not insist. 976 01:11:14,243 --> 01:11:15,244 You are right. 977 01:11:15,911 --> 01:11:16,954 I am afraid. 978 01:11:17,955 --> 01:11:19,665 I am afraid… 979 01:11:21,041 --> 01:11:22,125 I might hurt you again. 980 01:11:27,798 --> 01:11:29,424 Will you join hands with me? 981 01:11:33,971 --> 01:11:35,097 I will. 982 01:12:22,936 --> 01:12:25,897 CAPTIVATING THE KING 983 01:12:25,981 --> 01:12:28,942 The story in itself is trivial, but it is rather strange. 984 01:12:29,026 --> 01:12:33,196 The Sixth Royal Secretary and I do not share a bond worth repairing. 985 01:12:33,280 --> 01:12:36,992 Kim Myung-ha seemed to want a strong bond with you. 986 01:12:37,743 --> 01:12:39,995 What a mysterious man. 987 01:12:40,078 --> 01:12:42,998 He is hogging His Majesty's attention. 988 01:12:43,081 --> 01:12:45,250 Sever all your emotional ties to Kang Hee-soo. 989 01:12:45,334 --> 01:12:47,628 The King is already suspicious of us. 990 01:12:47,711 --> 01:12:49,296 As he has returned to me alive, 991 01:12:50,255 --> 01:12:53,925 I intend to protect him this time no matter what happens. 992 01:12:55,385 --> 01:12:56,511 How do you… 993 01:12:57,638 --> 01:12:59,222 sever your feelings for another? 994 01:13:01,244 --> 01:13:05,669 Subtitle translation by: Jea-heon Chung 995 01:13:05,750 --> 01:13:07,017 Ripped and synced by TTEOKBOKKIsubs 75136

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