Original subtitles

This whole thing happened because of Choi Kang-chi.

Tae-seo!

-No, Tae-seo! -Mother!

-Mother! -Tae-seo!

As soon as you see him,

kill him.

Tae-seo.

Tae-seo.

Why on earth...

Why did you

commit such a heinous act?

Why did you

murder my father in cold blood?

I will not

forgive you.

Die!

Unhand your sword.

Step aside.

Unhand your sword first.

He killed my father.

Step aside!

Kang-chi.

Boy.

It's okay, Kang-chi.

I think you'll be fine.

Wake up, Kang-chi.

Choi Kang-chi!

Wake up!

Choi Kang-chi.

You little wench...

My name is Cheong-jo.

I am not just any wench or girl. My name is Park Cheong-jo.

Are you trying to push my buttons? Is that it?

Is this all you can show as the first courtesan here?

-What? -You make the young ones drink

and order them around because you have nothing better to do.

Is that all you do around here?

You must have a death wish.

You're not afraid of the consequences, are you?

I've already exchanged my pride for a bowl of porridge.

I have nothing to lose.

Of course, I don't care about the consequences.

You're questioning my ability and my authority here.

Before I answer you, I'll show you what happens

if you try to get on my nerves. I'll make sure you learn your lesson.

First, wash those clothes

and make sure they are wrinkle-free.

You have until tomorrow morning.

You shouldn't have done that.

Why did you do that?

He killed my father.

He deserves a painful death.

Why are you protecting him?

Choi Kang-chi murdered Mu-sol?

Why is he saying that?

I think it's a misunderstanding.

Choi Kang-chi didn't murder him. It was one of Cho Gwan-ung's men.

What are you talking about?

I witnessed it with my own eyes.

Choi Kang-chi was in front of me

and...

My father...

Tae-seo.

Look at me.

Who else was there besides Kang-chi and Mu-sol?

Who else did you see?

Well...

Look me in the eye and answer me.

Who else was there?

My father and Kang-chi.

And...

And...

In any case, I am certain that Kang-chi killed my father.

Please believe me.

I saw it with my own eyes, sir.

I think

you're under hypnosis, Tae-seo.

Hypnosis?

They probably hypnotized him during the interrogation.

It's even worse

because he was hypnotized while he was unconscious.

What will happen, then?

This form of hypnosis can only be lifted

by the person who hypnotized him.

What if we can't find the person who hypnotized him?

What will happen to Tae-seo?

He'll keep trying to kill Kang-chi.

Does that mean

he'll try until Kang-chi is dead?

I think he bled too much.

Get me some creeping thistle.

And some Chinese ginseng water.

Okay.

Kang-chi.

Kang-chi.

Kang-chi.

Yes?

What is your dream?

My dream?

Dream? I'm not sure.

I just want the master, you, Cheong-jo,

my dad, and our family

to live at the Century House happily ever after.

What about you?

I want to become someone like Father.

And I want to earn his respect.

You're already recognized for your work at the Century House.

You just need to get married now.

Stop joking.

I just want to know

why you turned down all the ladies.

Are you really scared of women as Cheong-jo said?

Why would I be scared of women?

If you aren't, then...

Do you like someone?

You do!

Who is it? Whose family is she from?

Watch it. Don't be so nosy.

Who is it? Tell me.

You won't tell me?

You won't?

-Tell me! -Go away.

-Tell me! Come on! -Enough.

-Tae-seo, you can tell me. -Stop.

You can tell me.

-Hey! -Enough!

HONOR IN WAR, JUSTICE IN JUDGMENT

Goodness, what is this?

You just soaked the skirts in water.

This is not how laundry is done.

Gosh, this one still has stains.

This one, too.

This one as well.

What do you think you're doing? Stop.

Oh, no.

I guess you'll have to start over. Good luck.

Those girls are being so childish and cruel.

I can't stand it.

That girl, Wol-seon, is out to get her.

Look the other way.

Life isn't always sweet.

Life is sometimes bitter and spicy.

She'll learn to overcome it only after she experiences it.

Hey.

How is Kang-chi?

It's a serious abdominal wound.

He won't stop bleeding.

At this rate, he might not make it.

No.

You can't interfere with his own fate.

No matter what he is,

please do not get involved in his business.

How can I? We're acquaintances.

Moreover, he'll be staying with me at the center for a while.

Only humans can fall in love with each other.

You know what I mean.

He said he wants to become human.

-I want to help him. -My lady.

Don't worry.

He thinks I'm a boy

and I only want to help him as his friend.

Then, will you promise me?

Promise that you will not be anything more than his friend.

Promise me that you will never interfere in matters regarding his life or death.

Please promise.

Will you?

But sir,

he's slowly dying in front me right now.

And I can't

just watch him die.

I'm sorry, sir.

Hey.

Hey, Choi Kang-chi.

Kang-chi.

That's good.

What are you doing to me?

What were you doing?

Calm down.

I was just trying to make you heal.

It's okay. Take this.

You should put this back on.

Give me your hand, will you?

Kang-chi.

Kang-chi, give me your hand.

Gon, I'm glad you're here.

Help me up.

His wounds are all healed. What's the point?

So that people won't find him suspicious.

But some of them already know about his condition.

That's no reason for anyone else to know.

All done. Thanks, Gon.

Gon, wait!

You won't tell my father, right?

Tell him what?

The fact that you took his bracelet off to save his life?

Or the fact that he almost killed you?

What are you talking about? Who almost died? Me?

This is nothing. I just got scratched by the candlestick.

If something happens to you because of him,

I will kill Choi Kang-chi myself.

You must be exhausted.

No, I'm fine.

Follow me.

Come in.

Being a courtesan

could be viewed as a lowly profession

since you pour drinks and sell your body.

But...

I don't necessarily think that.

You get the chance to learn a variety of things

and experience new things.

A woman's life isn't just

about being someone's daughter or wife, according to the laws.

I believe that women can also dream

and achieve their goals through their own efforts.

Achieve their goals?

Just because your family is gone,

doesn't mean that your life is over.

Become an artist courtesan.

Become an artist and live your own life, Cheong-jo.

TRAINING CENTER

What do you mean Choi Kang-chi has disappeared?

I went into his room to check up on him,

but he's gone.

Where could he go? He's wounded.

Choi Kang-chi?

Do you know me?

Of course. You're already famous here.

I'm famous? Me?

Yes. You're the first one to get stabbed as soon as you set foot

in this center.

By the way, are your wounds okay?

Yes. I guess.

And your name is?

I'm Seong.

Okay, Seong.

Is there something better than just potatoes?

Oh, we have some leftover rice crisps.

No, not that.

Is there anything that's chewy and juicy?

I don't care what animal it is.

All I want is some juicy meat.

I'm sorry, but I'm not allowed to touch the food in the storage room.

I'll get in trouble if I get caught by Master Gongdal.

Master Gongdal? Who's that?

He's the one in charge of housekeeping here at the center.

In charge of housekeeping?

He's probably a really narrow-minded,

mean, and grumpy old man.

I get what you mean.

Then just tell me where the food storage room is.

I'll just get the food myself.

Hold on. Kang-chi.

-Look... -Don't worry.

I'll deal with that guy.

How will you deal with him?

What do you mean? If I see him, I'll just run...

Gosh, who are you?

Hello, sir.

This is Master Gongdal.

What? This old fart?

What are you doing?

Scolding you for being a little brat.

When you see an elder, you should greet him first.

You shouldn't just sit there like a fool.

Look, old man. You don't know me.

I'm a total stranger...

When you greet someone in their territory,

you need to kneel and...

Darn it!

And then bow.

"A pleasure to meet you.

My name is so-and-so."

This is how you should greet and honor your elders.

Got it?

What?

Boy.

What are you doing here?

Do you know him?

Good morning, sir.

He's a new trainee. His name is Choi Kang-chi.

Where did this rude brat come from?

My apologies, sir. I'll take him out right away.

Gosh, young people these days...

Goodness, my back.

Come on. Get out of here.

Boy. That old man just--

I said, come on!

Dam, wait.

What a strange guy.

He was dying last night.

How can he be so lively the next morning?

What are you babbling about?

Get to work.

Yes, sir.

Hey!

Are you naive or just dumb?

You can't just roam around the next morning like nothing happened.

I was so hungry. I didn't want to starve to death.

Skipping breakfast won't kill you.

It's not just one meal. I didn't have dinner last night either.

Master Gongdal hates those who have no manners.

If you upset him, it will be very difficult for you to live here.

He just works at the kitchen.

Watch what you say!

Every word you say makes people want to punch you in the face.

How do you do that?

Did you study it? Were you self-taught?

Were you the one who took off my bracelet?

Is your memory foggy now because you're so hungry?

Why did you do it?

To prevent you from dying.

You bled so much,

so I heard you might not make it. That's why...

-I thank you for that. -You should.

What?

Thank you for saving my life.

But

don't do that again.

Don't do things like that when I'm not fully conscious.

I'm not sure about others,

but I don't want you to get hurt. Got it?

Gosh. What...

You're here.

Hey, Gon. What's up?

Your father is looking for you

and that bastard over there as well.

What? Bastard?

That little prick...

Shut up and just do as he says.

"Honor in war, justice in judgment"?

It means that martial training is ruled by virtue

and wisdom is ruled by righteousness.

It's our training center's most basic tenet.

Hello, sir.

Call him "master."

You need to address him as a master here.

Master.

I was worried about your wounds.

Are you feeling better?

Of course.

That is, I'm taking it one day at a time.

He's got great stamina

and a strong constitution, like iron.

He can recover quickly, Father.

Master, Tae-seo is here.

I brought you two here

because of my deep ties to Mu-sol.

But whether or not you can both remain here is up to you.

If either of you is deemed unworthy,

he will be sent away forthwith.

And

who will be the judge of that?

Will it be you?

I mean, will it be you, Master?

The Four Pillars.

"The Four Pillars"?

Along with myself, there are four mentors that run this center.

They will watch you and decide

if you are worthy of training here.

Tae-seo.

Yes, Master.

You'll have to withstand this hypnosis you're under right now.

You'll have to suppress the bloodlust

that comes against your will with all your might.

And you, Kang-chi, must avoid Tae-seo whenever possible.

He may attack you without notice.

But it won't be his doing. It's the hypnosis.

You must not confront him under any circumstance.

Understood?

I said, understood?

-Kang-chi. -That was it?

You tried to kill me because you're under some hypnosis?

So now I should avoid you?

Because you see me as your enemy, I should run away

with my tail between my legs like a coward?

-Choi Kang-chi. -I'm sorry, but I can't do that.

I don't know what kind of hypnosis you're under,

but I won't run away from you.

Do as the master says.

This isn't why they saved you!

Han-no and Cheong-jo didn't risk

their lives for you

just to see you struggle with a stupid hypnosis.

You hear me?

So you should overcome it.

This hypnosis is your problem. You should take care of it.

I don't care if you stab me again,

consciously or unconsciously.

I will never avoid you.

Will that suffice, sir?

I mean, Master.

Cho Gwan-ung, that son of a bitch.

I swear...

Hypnosis?

Damn it!

Oh, gosh.

What?

What are you doing here? You scared me.

Time to go stuff yourself.

Goodness, my back.

And my arms, legs, joints...

He's more headstrong than I thought.

He's always been that way.

Once he sets his mind to something,

he will never back down.

That's why I think we should exclude him

from the plan.

We should talk about that someplace else.

Yeo-ul, Gon, both of you should come with us.

This was drawn in a rush overnight.

Isn't this the floor plan of the Century House?

This is the main gate.

Here is the east gate, which leads to the offices and quarters.

And here is the west gate, which leads to the outside.

And here,

this is where the secret vault is, inside Resonance Hall.

The secret vault?

This is where my father kept his separate funds.

There are about 5,000 silver ingots in there.

Five thousand silver ingots?

The problem is that the money is

under Cho Gwan-ung's feet.

So the plan you mentioned...

It's to take the money without Cho Gwan-ung knowing.

Well, I can repair it,

but it will take a day or two.

But...

This is an old building.

The cornerstones and the foundation are quite complicated.

It's no joke.

Why don't we

just tear down the whole thing and renovate it?

How long will that take?

Well, sir, it will take three or four days to rebuild the floors.

We need to place the mud and attach the papers.

Then we have to fire the new stones.

I think it will take at least seven or eight days.

Get it done in four days.

Pardon? Four days?

Well, someone is in a rush.

Four days.

Get out.

Yes, sir.

Sir, Choi is here.

-Sir. -I really like this painting.

It exudes such grace and grandeur.

Bring Choi in.

Yes, sir. Bring him in.

So,

have you had the chance to reflect on your sins?

Of course, sir.

Then you will answer my question.

How you answer

will decide if you live or die.

Anything, sir.

Did Park Mu-sol keep

any hidden funds before he died?

Pardon? What do you mean by hidden funds?

This is the ledger of the holdings

that belonged to Park Mu-sol, the wealthiest man in Yeosu.

But the list of assets there is absurd. It doesn't make sense.

He clearly kept certain funds hidden away.

I wouldn't know about that.

I told you, I hold your life in my hands.

Now, think carefully and answer me.

Is there a secret room

in the Century House?

If so, where is it?

Where is it?

Please, just kill me, sir.

I have no idea.

I don't know anything, sir.

There is only one entrance to the vault.

It's inside the office at Resonance Hall.

And we need to take the 5,000 silver ingots from there

without Cho Gwan-ung knowing?

Without that money, Commander Yi's plans will be in vain.

The damage to the navy will be irreparable.

Do you have a plan in mind?

Master, the mason from Undanggol is here to see you.

It's all right.

He knows about our plan.

Bring him in.

At your service, sir.

Soon, Cho will call in someone to fix the floor.

The floor?

Contact the finest craftsman in the village.

So what happened?

Did Cho Gwan-ung really contact you?

Not only that.

He wants to have the entire floor of Resonance Hall re-done.

When do you start?

Well, this evening.

But we only have four days.

Are you planning on getting the funds out in four days?

It's tighter than we thought,

but we've got to try.

Can we count on you?

I owe your late father

for all he's done for me over the years.

It may not be much,

but this is how I want to repay him.

By the way, how did you know Cho Gwan-ung would need repairs?

It's all thanks to Kang-chi.

Pardon? Kang-chi?

It's because he was the one

who struck a broomstick on the floor in front of Cho Gwan-ung.

Strange as it may seem, I keep thinking

he'll be useful to us.

Do you trust him, Commander?

He says he wants to become human.

The world is full of men who take everything for granted.

Greed and deceit are considered as the norm.

And corruption and slander rule this world.

Despite that,

the boy still dreams

of becoming a human being in this world.

Are you not curious to see what kind of human

he wants to become?

Food!

Oh, hey.

You suddenly disappeared. What happened?

Did the bleeding stop? Are you feeling all right?

Do you know me?

I was treating you.

Oh, I owe it to you, then.

Well, I haven't fully recovered yet, but...

I'm impressed.

I thought you'd be unconscious for a few days.

It's all thanks to you.

The newbie's seat is at the end.

The table at the end is for you.

I see. Well, enjoy your meal.

What?

Go ahead and help yourselves.

-Thank you for the meal! -Thank you for the meal!

Kang-chi!

Why aren't you eating?

Does your stomach hurt?

Are you kidding me?

You call this a meal?

Your body is still recovering,

so I heard porridge would be better for you.

Who told you that?

What kind of jerk would say that?

Master Gongdal did.

Gongdal?

That stupid old fart!

I thought your manners were only bad with people.

You have no table manners either.

You give a healthy grown man a bowl of porridge and soy sauce

while you, a geezer, feast on some delicious chicken.

That is some set of manners.

The world is hard enough,

but this is inhumane, you old fart.

Are you even human?

What?

A strong constitution is one thing,

but there's no way you could recover this quickly.

You're probably not human.

Watch it.

If you continue to mess with me,

you'll regret it. I don't care about the rules.

You can't even reach the end of my broom.

All you can do is yap.

I'm seriously going to split your broom in half.

Go ahead. Try it.

If you can manage to do it,

I'll let you eat the whole chicken here.

Here.

No take-backs.

When it comes to food, I get very serious.

That's enough talking.

Take that!

Are you giving up?

You said you'd split this broom in half,

but it's still in my hand.

You...

What are you?

I'm Gongdal of the kitchen.

You're not just a cook.

Who are you, really?

Another one of my names is...

I am one of The Four Pillars at this center.

I am the master of the bamboo sign.

They also call me Master Jukdal.

My lady, they're waiting outside.

Okay.

I'll be right out.

I'm sorry I'm late.

Where is Kang-chi?

Master has already decided

to leave Kang-chi out of this.

But Kang-chi knows the Century House better than anyone.

He's too stubborn and too hard to control,

so we couldn't risk it.

To be honest,

I didn't want you in this either.

Me? Why not?

I think it might be too dangerous for you.

Do you see me as a woman?

Yeo-ul.

If I'm not allowed

to help the commander just because I'm a woman,

don't you think that's unfair?

I'm sorry. I didn't mean to offend you.

The same goes for Kang-chi.

He is stubborn and unstoppable,

but he probably wants to help him with a sincere heart.

I don't know so much about being under hypnosis,

but I don't want it to cost your friendship with him.

Hey, make sure they're really clean.

Make use of your strength for once.

Don't you think this is too harsh? You've been starving me all morning.

Look.

Do you not want to stay at this center?

Is there anything else you need, Master Gongdal?

No.

Now.

How about you and I have a little bet?

A bet?

I heard you and the commander are close.

Is that true?

Well, we're not just close.

He was willing to give up being a commander to save me.

We are beyond just "close."

Then

bring me proof of that.

Proof?

Proof that shows the loving relationship you two have.

Do you not believe me?

I don't need to prove anything.

So it's a lie

that you two are close, isn't it?

I'm telling you the truth.

Fine. I'll bring you proof.

But

you have to do me a favor as well.

If you can't bring it to me,

I'll have you expelled from this center for good.

How about it?

What? Are you scared?

What proof do you want to see?

There you are.

Sir, it's still midday.

What brings you here?

The repairs at Resonance Hall begin today,

so I'd like to stay here for a few days.

What are you waiting for?

Go ahead and prepare the food and music.

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

Sir, come along with us.

Stop.

You are truly beautiful.

Hurry. Let's go.

RESONANCE HALL

You there.

Yes, sir!

Yes, sir.

What's going on?

Yes, sir.

We use it to keep in

the noise and the dust.

What are you doing there? Hurry up and get to work!

Okay.

You're late.

Look at you.

You were going to leave me out of this?

I'm hurt.

How did you know about this?

Did my father send you here?

No. He probably doesn't know that I'm here.

You came here without his permission?

I have my reasons.

So how can I help?

This operation isn't something you can help with.

Go back to the center.

Why aren't you saying anything? I said go.

Hands off.

What were you thinking?

He's burning up.

Shouldn't you know that?

What's wrong? Do you have a cold?

Stay out of it. It's nothing.

It's not nothing. You're burning up.

Hands off!

Why are you so sensitive about this?

What? Are you embarrassed that I noticed his symptom

before you did?

You're getting on my nerves.

Reflect on your mistakes if you're embarrassed.

Why are you taking it out on me?

That's enough.

Did you forget where we are?

Stand down, both of you.

I said stand down!

Goodness, sir! What business do you have in that room?

Oh, boy. Sir!

We're about to tear it down, so it's very messy in there.

I just need to check something. Step aside.

I'm so sorry. I meant to step aside.

Pardon me.

I don't know what to say.

Please, go ahead.

He's one of my workers.

Why is that painting still over there?

Pardon me?

It's the master's favorite painting.

It might get damaged during the repairs.

Take it down.

Pardon?

What was that sound?

I think I heard something.

I didn't hear anything, sir.

Did you hear something?

Step aside.

How dare you. Step aside!

What do you mean? Yeo-ul and Kang-chi are locked inside?

Hey, boy.

Are you really okay?

Yeo-ul.

My name is Yeo-ul.

Did you just say Park Mu-sol's secret vault?

Bring me information about the training center and the silver ingots.

If you don't fulfill this duty,

your little sister will pay for it.

How could it fail so badly?

I think it's still too early to be disappointed, Master.

What do you mean?

Now,

shall we get started?

Subtitle translation by Jin-young Song