1 00:00:17,140 --> 00:00:18,790 Episode 22 2 00:00:21,160 --> 00:00:26,100 Your Majesty, this is Prince Neungyang, Yi Jong. 3 00:00:27,260 --> 00:00:29,270 Do you remember? 4 00:00:30,940 --> 00:00:34,520 Your younger brother Prince Jungwon's eldest son... 5 00:00:34,520 --> 00:00:36,870 This is Prince Neungyang! 6 00:00:39,790 --> 00:00:42,220 Who is on the ground? 7 00:00:42,220 --> 00:00:44,230 Prince Neungyang! 8 00:00:44,230 --> 00:00:46,080 Don't you know him, Lord Lee? 9 00:00:48,130 --> 00:00:51,420 Prince Neungyang? Who is he? 10 00:00:52,620 --> 00:00:53,850 Prince Neungyang... 11 00:00:53,850 --> 00:00:57,860 The older brother of Prince Neungchang who died in a treason plot in 1615! 12 00:00:57,860 --> 00:01:01,810 The eldest son of Prince Jungwon, who is a half brother of His Majesty! 13 00:01:01,810 --> 00:01:04,220 Now I remember! 14 00:01:04,220 --> 00:01:08,320 Did you just say that Prince Neungyang is pleading on the ground? 15 00:01:08,320 --> 00:01:10,460 Yes, sire! 16 00:01:10,460 --> 00:01:13,860 I am the eldest son of Prince Jungwon 17 00:01:13,860 --> 00:01:18,570 as well as the older brother of Prince Neungchang who died 18 00:01:18,570 --> 00:01:20,970 with a wrongful accusation of a treason plot back in 1615! 19 00:01:20,970 --> 00:01:22,870 This is Prince Neungyang! 20 00:01:22,870 --> 00:01:27,690 I, Prince Neungyang, have something to say to His Majesty today 21 00:01:27,690 --> 00:01:31,230 so I came here with the determination of offering my head, sire! 22 00:01:33,450 --> 00:01:35,900 If Ming and Later Jin started a war 23 00:01:35,900 --> 00:01:38,660 is there any way to refuse to send troops from Joseon? 24 00:01:39,970 --> 00:01:42,210 I'll go to the palace and check the situation. 25 00:01:49,260 --> 00:01:52,880 Don't worry too much, ma'am. Nothing bad will happen. 26 00:02:06,890 --> 00:02:10,690 Ming was a savior of Joseon during the war with Japan. 27 00:02:10,690 --> 00:02:15,840 Joseon needs to pay back that kindness! 28 00:02:16,550 --> 00:02:21,430 This is the way of a wise man and the teaching of Confucius and Mencius! 29 00:02:22,740 --> 00:02:27,260 Why would you intend to abandon them in this way? 30 00:02:28,390 --> 00:02:31,890 Why would you continue with your tyranny! 31 00:02:41,680 --> 00:02:43,750 Look, what's going on here? 32 00:02:51,960 --> 00:02:56,080 Have you silenced that Prince Neungyang yet? 33 00:02:56,080 --> 00:02:58,850 But he is a royal... 34 00:02:58,850 --> 00:03:02,000 All of the royal family can't be at the same level! 35 00:03:02,000 --> 00:03:05,330 Just a prince who's cut off and can't even support anyone! 36 00:03:05,330 --> 00:03:08,480 - Drag him away right now! - Yes, Minister! 37 00:03:16,960 --> 00:03:19,000 Prince Neungyang... 38 00:03:19,000 --> 00:03:21,180 Let go of me! 39 00:03:22,190 --> 00:03:24,450 How dare you touch me! 40 00:03:25,970 --> 00:03:29,090 I am of royal blood in this country! 41 00:03:29,090 --> 00:03:31,760 What are you doing? Take him away now! 42 00:03:31,760 --> 00:03:34,780 Let go of me! Let go! 43 00:03:34,780 --> 00:03:36,550 Let go! 44 00:03:36,550 --> 00:03:40,480 Sire, this is oppression! 45 00:03:40,480 --> 00:03:44,320 I may be dragged away today... 46 00:03:44,320 --> 00:03:47,900 but I will say my heart-felt words tomorrow and the day after... 47 00:03:47,900 --> 00:03:53,670 Someday, rising tide will go away and low tide will come, sire! 48 00:03:53,670 --> 00:03:55,510 Take him away now! 49 00:03:57,080 --> 00:03:58,160 Let go! 50 00:03:58,160 --> 00:03:59,480 Sire! 51 00:04:01,290 --> 00:04:03,570 I said I'm of royal blood! 52 00:04:03,570 --> 00:04:05,790 What are you doing to a royal? 53 00:04:05,790 --> 00:04:08,340 Let go! Let go of me! 54 00:04:08,340 --> 00:04:10,460 Sire! 55 00:04:12,630 --> 00:04:14,620 Sire. 56 00:04:14,620 --> 00:04:19,220 Yes, I remember. 57 00:04:20,360 --> 00:04:22,150 Prince Neungyang... 58 00:04:24,240 --> 00:04:26,700 The older brother of dead Prince Neungchang. 59 00:04:28,520 --> 00:04:30,940 It is unjustified for Prince Neungchang! 60 00:04:30,940 --> 00:04:35,190 Just like what you did to Prince Yeongchang 61 00:04:35,190 --> 00:04:39,520 you accused my younger brother of treason! 62 00:04:39,520 --> 00:04:43,980 This is tyranny and oppression! 63 00:04:50,630 --> 00:04:54,960 Yes, with that demonstration back then 64 00:04:54,960 --> 00:04:58,500 Prince Neungyang left an impression. 65 00:04:58,500 --> 00:05:03,890 And he has turned up again? 66 00:05:05,550 --> 00:05:07,110 Back in the city. 67 00:05:14,080 --> 00:05:17,330 Sire. You came. 68 00:05:17,330 --> 00:05:19,610 I came as soon as I heard the news. 69 00:05:19,610 --> 00:05:23,420 But on my way here, I saw Prince Neungyang... 70 00:05:25,210 --> 00:05:26,570 Did you see him? 71 00:05:28,670 --> 00:05:31,630 He left the capital a long time ago, so what is his intention? 72 00:05:31,630 --> 00:05:35,240 He's pushing against Your Majesty to send troops, in a time like this? 73 00:05:44,000 --> 00:05:45,630 Uncle... 74 00:05:45,630 --> 00:05:49,370 I can call you that, right? 75 00:05:50,390 --> 00:05:53,470 Since you're my father's half-brother. 76 00:05:55,190 --> 00:05:59,870 Yes, it's been a long time, Uncle Gwanghae! 77 00:06:06,930 --> 00:06:09,960 Lord Lee, was the situation resolved? 78 00:06:09,960 --> 00:06:14,150 With news of a war, things are already chaotic. 79 00:06:14,150 --> 00:06:16,630 And now some loser is making a ruckus! 80 00:06:16,630 --> 00:06:18,570 I agree! 81 00:06:18,570 --> 00:06:21,000 What if the westerners use him as an excuse 82 00:06:21,000 --> 00:06:23,430 to focus on sending troops to the war? 83 00:06:23,430 --> 00:06:26,160 No, they wouldn't do that. 84 00:06:26,160 --> 00:06:30,820 Yes, I finally remember... Prince Neungyang? 85 00:06:31,830 --> 00:06:35,880 - He's such a loser! - He's a big loser! 86 00:06:38,280 --> 00:06:42,780 It seems that Prince Neungyang still hasn't come to his senses yet. 87 00:06:42,780 --> 00:06:44,680 He hasn't changed a bit. 88 00:06:44,680 --> 00:06:48,690 When his younger brother Prince Neungchang died, he did the same. 89 00:06:48,690 --> 00:06:53,510 There was a rumor that he did it to draw attention to himself back then. 90 00:06:53,510 --> 00:06:57,470 I heard that he likes attention. 91 00:06:57,470 --> 00:07:02,080 How bad was it that the ones who were plotting treason at the time 92 00:07:02,080 --> 00:07:05,510 chose Prince Neungchang over the eldest son Prince Neungyang? 93 00:07:07,730 --> 00:07:12,240 There is no class or royal status shown in his looks! 94 00:07:12,240 --> 00:07:17,160 Now now, let's not waste time talking about nothing. 95 00:07:17,160 --> 00:07:19,590 Let's discuss an urgent state matter. 96 00:07:20,830 --> 00:07:27,300 Lord Kang, what was the pressing issue you wanted to talk to us about? 97 00:07:27,300 --> 00:07:32,270 Yes, that's right. You said it was about sending troops. 98 00:07:32,270 --> 00:07:39,730 Yes, I'd like to have the westerners reach consensus. 99 00:07:39,730 --> 00:07:42,220 The westerners will be against sending troops? 100 00:07:42,220 --> 00:07:46,650 That's right. Kang Joo Seon will influence them. 101 00:07:46,650 --> 00:07:50,090 But are you be able to trust him, sire? 102 00:07:50,090 --> 00:07:52,750 You don't do politics based on faith. 103 00:07:52,750 --> 00:07:55,920 You do it with the other's weakness in your grab. 104 00:07:57,860 --> 00:08:01,520 So first, Kang Joo Seon will block the westerners. 105 00:08:01,520 --> 00:08:03,980 We need to focus on another matter. 106 00:08:03,980 --> 00:08:07,370 We'll have to figure out the situation between Ming and Later Jin. 107 00:08:07,370 --> 00:08:09,700 We'll have to check how the war is developing now. 108 00:08:09,700 --> 00:08:14,710 Yes, so contact Later Jin as soon as you can. 109 00:08:14,710 --> 00:08:16,420 Yes, sire. I'll execute your command. 110 00:08:20,250 --> 00:08:25,400 Now... people will begin to live in fear. 111 00:08:25,400 --> 00:08:31,800 I will never let them go through another war like the Imjin War. 112 00:08:31,800 --> 00:08:34,430 You'll have to stop the agitation in the bureau. 113 00:08:34,430 --> 00:08:37,670 Nothing has been determined yet 114 00:08:37,670 --> 00:08:40,070 so everyone should focus on his duty. 115 00:08:40,070 --> 00:08:41,800 Yes, sir. 116 00:08:41,800 --> 00:08:44,800 In that case, we have no choice but to be dragged out 117 00:08:44,800 --> 00:08:46,870 since we have to supply gunpowder to the shooting unit. 118 00:08:46,870 --> 00:08:48,670 What do we do... 119 00:08:48,670 --> 00:08:51,210 Everyone dies on a battlefield! 120 00:08:51,210 --> 00:08:53,110 Then what about us? 121 00:08:53,110 --> 00:08:56,370 Do we have to go too? We're just cooks. 122 00:08:56,370 --> 00:08:59,180 Mom! You want to survive alone? 123 00:08:59,180 --> 00:09:01,200 Everyone at the bureau could die! 124 00:09:01,200 --> 00:09:04,040 Why are you not working? 125 00:09:04,040 --> 00:09:06,430 - Manager... - Go back to work now! 126 00:09:07,980 --> 00:09:09,720 You're just getting back now? 127 00:09:09,720 --> 00:09:11,670 What? What, what? 128 00:09:11,670 --> 00:09:13,340 What's going to happen? 129 00:09:13,340 --> 00:09:14,650 Are the troops being sent? 130 00:09:14,650 --> 00:09:18,090 Whether they go or not, why is it so important? 131 00:09:18,090 --> 00:09:25,190 We just need to carry out our duties, whether here or at the battlefield. 132 00:09:25,190 --> 00:09:27,670 Honestly, that's not really the case. 133 00:09:27,670 --> 00:09:31,080 We're doing this to protect the land of Joseon. 134 00:09:31,080 --> 00:09:33,770 We're not making gunpowder to help someone else's war! 135 00:09:33,770 --> 00:09:38,570 Still, Ming helped us during the war with Japan. 136 00:09:38,570 --> 00:09:40,320 'Helped us'? Bullshit! 137 00:09:40,320 --> 00:09:42,900 Soldiers of Ming were worse than the ones from Japan! 138 00:09:42,900 --> 00:09:45,110 Is there anyone who doesn't know that? Am I wrong? 139 00:09:45,110 --> 00:09:47,070 You're right. 140 00:09:47,070 --> 00:09:52,550 I was working at the weaponry bureau with the pride that I'm guarding Joseon. 141 00:09:52,550 --> 00:09:57,790 So why... why do we have to go to someone else's land and die in war? 142 00:09:57,790 --> 00:09:59,210 Why? 143 00:10:03,430 --> 00:10:06,140 What are you doing? Light the fire! Get back to work! 144 00:10:06,140 --> 00:10:08,410 Get back to work now! 145 00:10:08,410 --> 00:10:11,070 Why are you taking it out on the sulfur team? 146 00:10:11,070 --> 00:10:14,690 Go to the niter team! 147 00:10:32,840 --> 00:10:36,550 - Councilor Hong. - We heard about the war with Ming. 148 00:10:36,550 --> 00:10:40,990 Please share as much information as possible so that we can take action. 149 00:10:40,990 --> 00:10:44,410 Yes, we will. Open it. 150 00:10:48,680 --> 00:10:50,030 Based on what we figured out 151 00:10:50,030 --> 00:10:53,400 most of Ming's soldiers are gathered here. 152 00:10:53,400 --> 00:10:55,560 They mean to draw the border right here... 153 00:10:55,560 --> 00:10:58,460 with the rifle unit from Joseon. 154 00:10:58,460 --> 00:11:02,000 That's right. But let me repeat... 155 00:11:02,000 --> 00:11:06,240 our Khan of Later Jin doesn't want a war with Joseon. 156 00:11:10,500 --> 00:11:15,960 My lord, shouldn't you make the king send troops no matter what it takes? 157 00:11:15,960 --> 00:11:18,500 That's the request from Ming. 158 00:11:20,840 --> 00:11:25,340 Our family has grown for a long time with the protection of Ming. 159 00:11:25,340 --> 00:11:27,470 We can't forget about that relationship! 160 00:11:27,470 --> 00:11:32,220 That's why I am thinking. 161 00:11:33,470 --> 00:11:38,690 A secret letter of the royal family of Ming's intention will arrive soon. 162 00:11:38,690 --> 00:11:43,740 We have to keep Gwanghae in check until then... 163 00:11:43,740 --> 00:11:48,860 But you already convinced the westerners to side with the king! 164 00:11:50,260 --> 00:11:51,730 Just wait. 165 00:11:53,750 --> 00:11:57,770 I still have a plan. 166 00:11:57,770 --> 00:12:02,550 What? You have another plan? 167 00:12:12,920 --> 00:12:17,370 Sending troops... 168 00:12:28,890 --> 00:12:33,590 - Minister Lee! - Where is Lord Jung In Hong? 169 00:12:33,590 --> 00:12:36,200 I haven't seen him at all recently. 170 00:12:36,200 --> 00:12:38,260 Lord Jung In Hong? 171 00:12:39,410 --> 00:12:44,620 After he went against His Majesty on dethronement of 'West Palace' 172 00:12:44,620 --> 00:12:46,620 he is in Anseong right now. 173 00:12:46,620 --> 00:12:49,330 - Anseong? - Yes! 174 00:12:49,330 --> 00:12:53,770 But why do you ask? 175 00:12:55,800 --> 00:12:57,590 What about the meeting? 176 00:12:57,590 --> 00:12:59,380 It's at two o'clock tomorrow, as instructed. 177 00:13:00,400 --> 00:13:03,940 We have to have an agreement tomorrow. 178 00:13:03,940 --> 00:13:06,590 We have to have one government to stand against Ming. 179 00:13:07,710 --> 00:13:10,720 Tell Court Lady Kim... 180 00:13:15,790 --> 00:13:20,150 Sire, Court Lady Kim is no longer... 181 00:13:22,620 --> 00:13:26,070 - Tell Chief of Staff to come in. Now. - Yes, sire. 182 00:13:34,360 --> 00:13:39,510 Right, you're not around anymore. 183 00:13:52,560 --> 00:13:55,530 What do you think? Will it become like new? 184 00:13:55,530 --> 00:13:57,660 Of course! 185 00:13:57,660 --> 00:13:59,270 Then sharpen the knife. 186 00:13:59,270 --> 00:14:02,330 I've left it for a long time, so it's become very dull. 187 00:14:02,330 --> 00:14:04,890 Yes, I'll do it right away. 188 00:14:08,900 --> 00:14:11,160 You look very busy. 189 00:14:12,260 --> 00:14:14,490 Is it because of the rumors of a war soon? 190 00:14:14,490 --> 00:14:19,870 It surely is, since we don't know when and what will happen. 191 00:14:23,070 --> 00:14:25,820 My goodness! Young Master In Woo! 192 00:14:27,650 --> 00:14:29,860 Is my sword ready yet? 193 00:14:29,860 --> 00:14:31,470 We're finishing it up inside. 194 00:14:31,470 --> 00:14:35,140 By the way, how did you come here yourself? 195 00:14:35,140 --> 00:14:38,650 - I stopped by on the way. Bring it. - Yes. 196 00:14:38,650 --> 00:14:40,340 Please wait. 197 00:14:45,010 --> 00:14:47,270 You're Kang In Woo. 198 00:14:47,270 --> 00:14:50,350 Kang Joo Seon's eldest son... 199 00:14:51,510 --> 00:14:52,750 Who are you? 200 00:14:53,960 --> 00:14:55,660 I don't think I've met you before. 201 00:14:55,660 --> 00:15:00,340 You reported Lord Kang Joo Seon before. 202 00:15:01,540 --> 00:15:04,990 It was... very impressive. 203 00:15:04,990 --> 00:15:06,760 What? 204 00:15:08,670 --> 00:15:10,580 Who are you? 205 00:15:13,330 --> 00:15:18,960 'Why did he do it'... I thought about it. 206 00:15:21,540 --> 00:15:27,730 What occupied your heart enough to betray your father? 207 00:15:33,300 --> 00:15:37,650 Was it... because of the princess? 208 00:15:43,060 --> 00:15:45,860 I don't know who you are, but you've got the wrong person. 209 00:15:48,620 --> 00:15:51,540 I'm not a scholar who goes easy on women. 210 00:15:51,540 --> 00:15:56,470 So it'll be better for you to open your mouth while I'm still talking to you. 211 00:15:58,620 --> 00:16:02,860 I am Kim Gae Shi. I was a court lady of the main hall. 212 00:16:05,010 --> 00:16:08,660 Kim Gae Shi? You are? 213 00:16:10,380 --> 00:16:13,310 For the woman you love... 214 00:16:13,310 --> 00:16:16,320 you turned your back on your father. 215 00:16:16,320 --> 00:16:19,640 Yes, that can happen. 216 00:16:21,100 --> 00:16:23,720 I understand how it feels, Young Master. 217 00:16:25,610 --> 00:16:31,720 The heart that feels like you can do everything for it. 218 00:16:33,880 --> 00:16:37,410 What... are you saying? 219 00:16:40,320 --> 00:16:42,820 So come and see me anytime. 220 00:16:42,820 --> 00:16:48,400 I'll help you gain the woman you pine for. 221 00:17:05,420 --> 00:17:07,230 Ma'am! 222 00:17:07,230 --> 00:17:09,290 How is Mother doing? 223 00:17:10,480 --> 00:17:13,210 After you remained in the city 224 00:17:13,210 --> 00:17:17,190 she is still sick in bed with a shock. 225 00:17:18,500 --> 00:17:21,830 I said you can't just come in here without a permit! 226 00:17:25,370 --> 00:17:26,610 What's going on? 227 00:17:26,610 --> 00:17:27,880 Aunt! 228 00:17:29,700 --> 00:17:32,730 It's me, Aunt! Prince Neungyang Yi Jong! 229 00:17:33,800 --> 00:17:36,480 I heard you were alive, and it's true! 230 00:17:37,930 --> 00:17:39,980 I get to see you like this! 231 00:17:41,210 --> 00:17:42,360 Pardon? 232 00:17:44,110 --> 00:17:45,900 Prince Neungyang! 233 00:17:45,900 --> 00:17:47,780 Open up. 234 00:17:52,770 --> 00:17:54,200 Ma'am! 235 00:17:56,250 --> 00:18:02,010 Court Lady Jung! Of course you recognize me. 236 00:18:18,490 --> 00:18:23,540 Now I see both of you well and healthy. 237 00:18:23,540 --> 00:18:29,500 Yes, Prince Neungyang, it's been a very long time. 238 00:18:33,230 --> 00:18:35,570 Since I heard the news that you were alive... 239 00:18:38,640 --> 00:18:41,150 I shed so many tears. 240 00:18:41,150 --> 00:18:45,690 I felt as if I gained a new life. 241 00:18:45,690 --> 00:18:50,880 Forgive me, but what brought you here? 242 00:18:50,880 --> 00:18:56,780 Ma'am... 'what brought me here'? 243 00:18:56,780 --> 00:19:01,450 Isn't it only natural that I'd visit you? 244 00:19:03,720 --> 00:19:06,940 A man with a human mask should carry out duties as a human being. 245 00:19:06,940 --> 00:19:11,770 It can't be like the king. 246 00:19:13,640 --> 00:19:15,640 Look, Prince Neungyang... 247 00:19:15,640 --> 00:19:18,670 - your words are a bit too harsh... - By the way... 248 00:19:20,780 --> 00:19:23,330 How is it to live here? 249 00:19:24,810 --> 00:19:27,920 It's so hot these days... 250 00:19:30,910 --> 00:19:36,610 You must be thinking of Prince Yeongchang a lot. 251 00:19:36,610 --> 00:19:41,740 He died in a sizzling room on a hot day. 252 00:19:43,150 --> 00:19:45,110 At that tender age. 253 00:19:45,110 --> 00:19:48,970 I often think about what happened that day. 254 00:19:50,050 --> 00:19:53,770 So it must be worse for both of you. 255 00:19:53,770 --> 00:19:55,880 Prince Neungyang! 256 00:20:02,720 --> 00:20:06,430 I'm going to stop by often now. 257 00:20:06,430 --> 00:20:09,860 Also, serve the meat I brought at every meal. 258 00:20:09,860 --> 00:20:13,930 It's very expensive meat 259 00:20:13,930 --> 00:20:21,690 - so you shouldn't sneak a bite. - Yes, sir. Of course we wouldn't. 260 00:20:21,690 --> 00:20:26,880 Why wouldn't it happen? Everyone is the same. 261 00:20:26,880 --> 00:20:29,070 I'm leaving. 262 00:20:29,070 --> 00:20:30,760 Sir? 263 00:20:33,640 --> 00:20:35,130 Yes, ma'am. 264 00:20:39,170 --> 00:20:41,780 Do you have something to say? 265 00:20:41,780 --> 00:20:44,160 Thank you for visiting us 266 00:20:44,160 --> 00:20:47,030 but please don't bring up Prince Yeongchang in the future. 267 00:20:47,030 --> 00:20:48,390 Pardon? 268 00:20:50,230 --> 00:20:51,450 Why not? 269 00:20:51,450 --> 00:20:56,420 What happened to him is still a scar to my mother and me. 270 00:20:56,420 --> 00:20:58,290 It's not healed. 271 00:20:58,290 --> 00:21:02,010 So how can you speak of it so easily? 272 00:21:05,530 --> 00:21:08,320 - Is that why? - Forgive me for saying this 273 00:21:08,320 --> 00:21:10,900 but be careful of visiting Gyungwoon Palace... 274 00:21:10,900 --> 00:21:15,590 By the way, why is it not allowed? 275 00:21:15,590 --> 00:21:17,000 Pardon? 276 00:21:17,000 --> 00:21:21,660 That's how the grand prince died at the hands of the king. 277 00:21:21,660 --> 00:21:26,340 Just because we don't talk about it, it doesn't change that fact. 278 00:21:26,340 --> 00:21:28,560 Sir. 279 00:21:28,560 --> 00:21:31,890 That's not how I meant it! 280 00:21:31,890 --> 00:21:34,010 Please consider, ma'am. 281 00:21:34,010 --> 00:21:38,080 I went through the same thing. 282 00:21:39,270 --> 00:21:43,770 I lost my younger brother to the king 283 00:21:43,770 --> 00:21:48,440 just like you... unjustly. 284 00:21:50,210 --> 00:21:53,520 The king won't last too long. 285 00:21:53,520 --> 00:21:57,730 So change your way of thinking soon. 286 00:21:57,730 --> 00:22:01,790 What you are holding now is a rotten rope. 287 00:22:03,070 --> 00:22:06,130 Yes, just wait and see. 288 00:22:06,130 --> 00:22:10,610 It'll become unstable, starting with the issue of sending troops. 289 00:22:21,440 --> 00:22:24,390 Let's discuss this again after the meeting. 290 00:22:24,390 --> 00:22:27,050 But, sire, intel from Later Jin... 291 00:22:27,050 --> 00:22:30,430 - What about officials? - They are gathering now. 292 00:22:30,430 --> 00:22:32,500 It's almost two o'clock. 293 00:22:34,200 --> 00:22:35,630 You should also attend. 294 00:22:35,630 --> 00:22:40,140 First, we have to have consensus in the officials' opinions. 295 00:22:51,600 --> 00:22:53,210 Naeam! 296 00:22:55,450 --> 00:22:56,740 Sire. 297 00:22:58,600 --> 00:23:02,470 Because of what happened before, you wouldn't even answer my invitations. 298 00:23:02,470 --> 00:23:04,730 But you came! 299 00:23:07,570 --> 00:23:08,850 Thank you. 300 00:23:10,310 --> 00:23:14,760 It's a very important time with the country's safety at hand. 301 00:23:14,760 --> 00:23:18,270 Of course I should participate too. 302 00:23:28,280 --> 00:23:32,810 Now, through a meeting with officials 303 00:23:32,810 --> 00:23:38,340 we'll decide on the matter of sending troops that Ming requested. 304 00:23:56,120 --> 00:23:57,820 Minister of Defense. 305 00:23:59,190 --> 00:24:01,420 Why would you be here, not in the meeting hall? 306 00:24:02,950 --> 00:24:05,310 I have another urgent matter. 307 00:24:06,780 --> 00:24:09,980 - Do what you need to do. - Yes. 308 00:24:27,020 --> 00:24:32,850 For that reason, our westerners agreed on not sending troops. 309 00:24:32,850 --> 00:24:38,480 Of course it's important for us, but the safety of Joseon is the priority. 310 00:24:38,480 --> 00:24:40,320 He's right. 311 00:24:40,320 --> 00:24:43,360 At this time when Later Jin's military power is strong 312 00:24:43,360 --> 00:24:49,330 what would happen if we get attacked by them while we help Ming? 313 00:24:49,330 --> 00:24:54,730 There should never be another war in this country. 314 00:24:54,730 --> 00:25:01,870 Then I can consider that the officials came to a consensus. 315 00:25:03,070 --> 00:25:07,850 I feel very secure since all of you came to an agreement. 316 00:25:07,850 --> 00:25:13,670 Then I'll deliver the decision by Joseon to Ming right away. 317 00:25:13,670 --> 00:25:17,730 - For this war, we will never... - Sire! 318 00:25:17,730 --> 00:25:21,970 I, Jung In Hong, have something to say. 319 00:25:23,880 --> 00:25:30,000 I believe that Joseon needs to participate in this war. 320 00:25:31,490 --> 00:25:36,030 Joseon should send troops! 321 00:25:45,320 --> 00:25:49,860 What... did you say, Naeam? 322 00:25:49,860 --> 00:25:53,680 You think we should send troops? 323 00:25:53,680 --> 00:25:56,430 That's right, sire. 324 00:25:56,430 --> 00:25:59,860 And this is not only my opinion. 325 00:25:59,860 --> 00:26:02,990 We gathered opinions of everyone in the greater northern faction. 326 00:26:04,410 --> 00:26:06,850 What are you saying? 327 00:26:09,170 --> 00:26:11,240 The greater northern faction? 328 00:26:11,240 --> 00:26:13,000 Naeam! 329 00:26:17,340 --> 00:26:23,600 Yes, Lee Yi Cheom has done very well. 330 00:26:28,740 --> 00:26:31,590 It's a nice land in Ganghwa. 331 00:26:31,590 --> 00:26:34,200 You'll like it more once you see it. 332 00:26:36,810 --> 00:26:38,620 You didn't have to... 333 00:26:38,620 --> 00:26:43,130 I share your thoughts about sending help, even without you doing this. 334 00:26:44,630 --> 00:26:46,330 Do you really feel that way? 335 00:26:47,350 --> 00:26:50,540 His Majesty's intent to stay neutral in this fight 336 00:26:50,540 --> 00:26:53,790 is the same as standing against Ming. 337 00:26:53,790 --> 00:26:58,320 But a big country like Ming wouldn't fall apart so easily. 338 00:26:58,320 --> 00:27:03,260 So, if we had to choose one between Ming and Later Jin... 339 00:27:05,020 --> 00:27:07,810 of course it has to be Ming. 340 00:27:07,810 --> 00:27:09,490 Any plans? 341 00:27:09,490 --> 00:27:11,190 Would there be any? 342 00:27:11,190 --> 00:27:13,990 I'll try to move Naeam. 343 00:27:13,990 --> 00:27:18,210 That old hag wants in his heart to send troops 344 00:27:18,210 --> 00:27:20,630 so if I gathered the greater northern faction for him 345 00:27:20,630 --> 00:27:22,870 he'd actually be happy. 346 00:27:22,870 --> 00:27:25,470 That's right, sire! 347 00:27:25,470 --> 00:27:30,050 Joseon needs to participate in this war! 348 00:27:30,050 --> 00:27:34,910 Even though Ming is not like the old days 349 00:27:34,910 --> 00:27:39,110 it is a clear fact that it is a strong country, sire. 350 00:27:39,110 --> 00:27:46,080 If we become an enemy of Ming, we can't guarantee Joseon's safety. 351 00:27:46,080 --> 00:27:52,150 So do you want to splatter the blood of Joseon soldiers in this war? 352 00:27:52,150 --> 00:27:57,680 Sire, this is not for honor or loyalty. 353 00:27:57,680 --> 00:28:01,910 It's for practical interests! We have to do this. 354 00:28:01,910 --> 00:28:04,110 That's right, sire! 355 00:28:04,110 --> 00:28:07,900 Ming, not Later Jin, will be the one that protects Joseon in the future. 356 00:28:07,900 --> 00:28:11,260 So we shouldn't be hesitant about sending troops now. 357 00:28:11,260 --> 00:28:15,540 Please reconsider, sire! 358 00:28:22,260 --> 00:28:24,220 What on earth is going on? 359 00:28:24,220 --> 00:28:25,920 The westerners are siding with His Majesty 360 00:28:25,920 --> 00:28:28,020 but the greater northern faction is against him? 361 00:28:28,020 --> 00:28:30,400 What are you asking me for? 362 00:28:34,710 --> 00:28:38,070 So you can't agree on this resolution? 363 00:28:38,070 --> 00:28:43,980 Is that really the opinion of Naeam and others of the greater northern faction? 364 00:28:56,930 --> 00:29:01,800 Right, it's not like I sold off the country. 365 00:29:01,800 --> 00:29:05,950 And the king won't take care of me in the end. 366 00:29:07,190 --> 00:29:08,410 Isn't that right? 367 00:29:18,050 --> 00:29:19,560 Sire... 368 00:29:19,560 --> 00:29:22,960 I finally convinced the westerners... 369 00:29:22,960 --> 00:29:26,470 but I didn't know the northerners would stand against me. 370 00:29:26,470 --> 00:29:30,280 Sire, the situation is becoming more difficult. 371 00:29:30,280 --> 00:29:33,810 As I reported, Later Jin's moves are also suspicious. 372 00:29:47,120 --> 00:29:51,240 They definitely seemed to withhold some important information that day. 373 00:29:51,240 --> 00:29:52,520 Wait. 374 00:29:52,520 --> 00:29:54,710 Did you just mention Yehe tribe? 375 00:29:54,710 --> 00:29:57,180 Pardon? 376 00:29:57,180 --> 00:30:01,920 Yehe has a friendly relationship with Ming that is against Later Jin. 377 00:30:01,920 --> 00:30:06,040 Why did its 8,000 soldiers move near the border of Joseon? 378 00:30:07,310 --> 00:30:10,560 We haven't identified the reason. 379 00:30:10,560 --> 00:30:13,330 But it doesn't make sense. 380 00:30:13,330 --> 00:30:17,400 Yehe has been hostile with Later Jin for a long time. 381 00:30:17,400 --> 00:30:19,850 It's impossible that they haven't kept tabs on their moves. 382 00:30:21,500 --> 00:30:23,960 Later Jin wouldn't be any different. 383 00:30:23,960 --> 00:30:27,670 It is a war after all, where everyone fools each other. 384 00:30:27,670 --> 00:30:30,180 Just like we're using them... 385 00:30:31,200 --> 00:30:33,210 they're doing the same. 386 00:30:33,210 --> 00:30:37,230 So we need accurate intel. 387 00:30:37,230 --> 00:30:40,290 Ming, Later Jin and even Yehe... 388 00:30:40,290 --> 00:30:43,720 Exactly how they are moving... We have to find out about it. 389 00:30:51,270 --> 00:30:54,230 It's good now. 390 00:30:54,230 --> 00:30:57,200 We only have to wait for a secret letter from Ming's royal family. 391 00:30:58,530 --> 00:31:01,770 Once I know Ming's action 392 00:31:01,770 --> 00:31:05,000 it will also be easier for me to control Gwanghae. 393 00:31:06,470 --> 00:31:09,550 The letter should arrive by tomorrow, sir. 394 00:31:09,550 --> 00:31:12,080 There should be no mistake. 395 00:31:13,270 --> 00:31:16,260 Everyone's fate depends on it. 396 00:31:16,260 --> 00:31:19,700 We have to destroy Gwanghae somehow 397 00:31:19,700 --> 00:31:22,550 and have to send troops. 398 00:31:33,050 --> 00:31:36,780 Yes, the war is none of my business. 399 00:31:42,650 --> 00:31:46,120 But what if she is put into danger because of this? 400 00:31:59,830 --> 00:32:05,300 I... decided to stand by His Majesty, Young Master. 401 00:32:08,210 --> 00:32:12,300 So, if you didn't give me this as a friend 402 00:32:12,300 --> 00:32:14,340 I cannot accept it. 403 00:32:15,780 --> 00:32:17,140 Ma'am... 404 00:32:17,140 --> 00:32:20,020 I shouldn't have accepted it right away. 405 00:32:20,020 --> 00:32:22,620 I didn't think this through. 406 00:32:24,860 --> 00:32:32,650 It seems that there is no room in my hand to place what you gave me. 407 00:32:45,270 --> 00:32:48,040 No, it's lingering feelings. 408 00:32:48,040 --> 00:32:51,100 She said no, she said it's not me. 409 00:32:54,120 --> 00:32:56,760 So come and see me anytime. 410 00:32:57,940 --> 00:33:02,680 I will help you gain the woman you pine for. 411 00:33:11,850 --> 00:33:14,420 Why are you like this, Kang In Woo? 412 00:33:14,420 --> 00:33:17,580 How long will you act like a loser? 413 00:33:32,460 --> 00:33:34,890 Hey, sit down. 414 00:33:34,890 --> 00:33:37,740 Does it get resolved just because you're pacing? 415 00:33:41,280 --> 00:33:42,680 Councilor Hong! 416 00:33:45,060 --> 00:33:48,740 How did it go? What about the intel His Majesty commanded? 417 00:33:48,740 --> 00:33:52,380 No, it'll be difficult right away. 418 00:33:52,380 --> 00:33:57,920 We also lost contact with spies planted in Ming and Later Jin. 419 00:33:57,920 --> 00:34:01,050 Then there is no way to take action? 420 00:34:01,050 --> 00:34:03,620 Any way to avoid sending troops from Joseon? 421 00:34:12,500 --> 00:34:15,450 You know, that spy thing. 422 00:34:16,650 --> 00:34:19,980 Isn't it faster to go through Japan for something like that? 423 00:34:19,980 --> 00:34:24,740 There are many merchants who are sensitive about the continent's situation. 424 00:34:24,740 --> 00:34:28,320 You're right, but it's impossible to go through Japan right now. 425 00:34:28,320 --> 00:34:30,750 It takes three months on the sea... 426 00:34:30,750 --> 00:34:32,790 Then you don't need to go there. 427 00:34:32,790 --> 00:34:36,770 You can meet with the Japanese man who is in Joseon. 428 00:34:36,770 --> 00:34:40,330 What? The Japanese man in Joseon? 429 00:34:40,330 --> 00:34:43,710 What are you saying, Ja Gyung? 430 00:34:44,630 --> 00:34:48,520 Idachi. You know him, right? He traded sulfur in Edo. 431 00:34:50,340 --> 00:34:53,720 Based on what I know, he is in Joseon now. 432 00:34:55,510 --> 00:35:00,500 Councilor Hong is going to Jemulpo to meet with him? 433 00:35:00,500 --> 00:35:05,550 Yes, sire. He'll leave right away and be back by tomorrow evening. 434 00:35:17,140 --> 00:35:19,790 I heard it when I snuck on a Japanese merchant ship on the way here. 435 00:35:19,790 --> 00:35:24,380 I heard Idachi would go to Ming and stop by Jemulpo around this time. 436 00:35:24,380 --> 00:35:26,900 Thank you. It was a big help. 437 00:35:28,490 --> 00:35:29,610 Sir! 438 00:35:31,400 --> 00:35:32,570 Ma'am! 439 00:35:32,570 --> 00:35:34,300 I'll go with you. 440 00:35:35,540 --> 00:35:37,930 I know what Idachi looks like. 441 00:35:37,930 --> 00:35:40,950 It will be better than looking for him by yourself. 442 00:35:40,950 --> 00:35:43,530 But it's dangerous at night. 443 00:35:43,530 --> 00:35:45,470 Dangerous? 444 00:35:45,470 --> 00:35:47,070 Did you forget? 445 00:35:47,070 --> 00:35:50,870 I was the one who had a smuggling deal with you in Japan. 446 00:35:51,870 --> 00:35:53,470 Ma'am, that's... 447 00:35:53,470 --> 00:35:57,900 You didn't know I was a princess then, but it's different now? 448 00:35:57,900 --> 00:36:02,570 No, I am the same person back then and now. 449 00:36:07,560 --> 00:36:11,380 Ma'am, you shouldn't take part in dangerous matters. 450 00:36:12,580 --> 00:36:14,240 Promise me. 451 00:36:16,410 --> 00:36:19,840 Yes, I'll keep that promise. 452 00:36:23,820 --> 00:36:27,060 What's this? Do I have to take part, too? 453 00:36:27,060 --> 00:36:30,650 Hey, did you think you'd hang out here by yourself? 454 00:36:30,650 --> 00:36:32,960 Hurry up and get ready! 455 00:36:58,080 --> 00:37:00,550 Do I have to go this far? 456 00:37:07,610 --> 00:37:09,950 Excuse me. 457 00:37:09,950 --> 00:37:12,380 Lord Kim Ryoo? 458 00:37:13,570 --> 00:37:15,340 Prince Neungyang? 459 00:37:15,340 --> 00:37:20,070 What a coincidence! I was also about to pass by! 460 00:37:20,070 --> 00:37:23,920 By the way, is this your house? 461 00:37:23,920 --> 00:37:27,060 Well, yes, it is. 462 00:37:27,060 --> 00:37:29,880 I'm busy, so... 463 00:37:32,640 --> 00:37:37,810 Lord Kim, running into you like this is also a big joy... 464 00:37:37,810 --> 00:37:40,070 Please give me a cup of tea. 465 00:37:40,070 --> 00:37:42,000 I also have an important matter to discuss. 466 00:37:42,000 --> 00:37:46,590 No no... I have to go. 467 00:37:47,680 --> 00:37:49,010 But over there... 468 00:37:49,010 --> 00:37:52,690 Wow, this house is splendid! 469 00:37:52,690 --> 00:37:54,460 Excuse me, sir! 470 00:37:54,460 --> 00:37:57,220 What kind of... 471 00:38:08,800 --> 00:38:10,110 Nice. 472 00:38:10,110 --> 00:38:12,290 It sticks to my mouth. 473 00:38:13,580 --> 00:38:17,500 So... the matter you wanted to discuss... 474 00:38:18,650 --> 00:38:21,940 I have to go to the palace. 475 00:38:23,720 --> 00:38:25,510 You're rushing me. 476 00:38:25,510 --> 00:38:29,260 Fine, then I'll get right to the point. 477 00:38:32,770 --> 00:38:36,620 Why don't you sponsor me for a big event? 478 00:38:38,820 --> 00:38:40,200 Do what? 479 00:38:41,830 --> 00:38:42,910 Sponsor? 480 00:38:43,880 --> 00:38:49,330 Actually, I set up an organization when I came back to the city. 481 00:38:49,330 --> 00:38:51,400 An organization? 482 00:38:53,570 --> 00:38:58,900 You know... the situation in the country is precarious. 483 00:39:00,500 --> 00:39:07,900 So, it's called Ilshim Group... It means one heart. 484 00:39:13,340 --> 00:39:17,400 Let's gather people who think alike and contribute to the government. 485 00:39:22,840 --> 00:39:27,560 Let's start off with the issue of sending troops the way we want. 486 00:39:40,270 --> 00:39:42,140 What? 487 00:39:42,140 --> 00:39:44,970 The westerners are against sending troops? 488 00:39:48,210 --> 00:39:52,470 The country is going great! 489 00:39:52,470 --> 00:39:54,560 Great... 490 00:39:54,560 --> 00:39:56,840 Sir! 491 00:39:56,840 --> 00:39:59,410 Oh, realtor, you're here. 492 00:40:00,630 --> 00:40:02,850 Yes, sir. 493 00:40:02,850 --> 00:40:04,560 Yes, you came. 494 00:40:04,560 --> 00:40:07,940 So, did you gather the people I asked for? 495 00:40:07,940 --> 00:40:14,380 Yes, I went out to Gwangtong Bridge, and the market, and gathered a few... 496 00:40:14,380 --> 00:40:17,130 So how many did you gather? 497 00:40:19,420 --> 00:40:20,950 A hundred? 498 00:40:22,410 --> 00:40:23,870 Two hundred? 499 00:40:39,480 --> 00:40:41,560 Is this everyone? 500 00:40:43,340 --> 00:40:47,650 Still, I had to give them money and beg them to come. 501 00:40:53,950 --> 00:40:56,110 I have no choice. 502 00:40:56,110 --> 00:40:59,650 'A long march starts with one step.' 503 00:41:00,960 --> 00:41:03,340 Although the beginning is weak 504 00:41:03,340 --> 00:41:06,600 the end will be splendid! 505 00:41:06,600 --> 00:41:10,820 - Isn't that right? - Yes, that's right, sir! 506 00:41:12,220 --> 00:41:13,680 Isn't that right? 507 00:41:19,600 --> 00:41:22,910 Now, bring out all the liquor and meat you have! 508 00:41:23,940 --> 00:41:26,330 They'll offer loyalty to me... 509 00:41:26,330 --> 00:41:28,560 so I should feed them well, right? 510 00:41:28,560 --> 00:41:32,480 What are you doing? Go over there and have a seat! 511 00:41:32,480 --> 00:41:35,540 - Now now, let's go in! - Let's go in! 512 00:41:35,540 --> 00:41:37,450 - Let's go! - Hurry! 513 00:41:39,500 --> 00:41:43,430 Let's eat and die today! 514 00:41:47,750 --> 00:41:49,010 What? 515 00:41:50,080 --> 00:41:53,000 He said I'd pay for the entire meal? 516 00:41:53,000 --> 00:41:54,680 Yes. 517 00:41:54,680 --> 00:41:59,460 He said he'd take care of it later, so he told me to take it from you. 518 00:41:59,460 --> 00:42:03,050 That man, really... 519 00:42:04,360 --> 00:42:05,510 Here! 520 00:42:08,060 --> 00:42:11,830 He's still a royal blood who pleads on the ground in front of the palace... 521 00:42:11,830 --> 00:42:13,900 So he will pay back. 522 00:42:19,620 --> 00:42:21,360 Everyone! 523 00:42:21,360 --> 00:42:26,440 Accept this wine from a royal blood! 524 00:42:29,110 --> 00:42:31,850 Here here here... 525 00:42:31,850 --> 00:42:33,590 Do you have wine there? 526 00:42:34,680 --> 00:42:37,330 You should drink! Here here... 527 00:42:40,570 --> 00:42:42,630 This is the way to Jemulpo Port. 528 00:42:42,630 --> 00:42:45,650 - He must be in disguise. - Probably. 529 00:42:45,650 --> 00:42:47,540 He can't walk around in Japanese clothes. 530 00:42:47,540 --> 00:42:50,730 It will be harder to find him if he's in disguise. 531 00:42:52,630 --> 00:42:55,290 Let's go separately and search the inns by the port. 532 00:43:07,020 --> 00:43:08,400 What about the letter from the royal family of Ming? 533 00:43:08,400 --> 00:43:11,020 I just sent someone to the meeting point. 534 00:43:11,020 --> 00:43:13,330 You will be able to receive it soon. 535 00:43:25,480 --> 00:43:32,120 Ming brought in the Yehe tribe in the war with Later Jin... 536 00:43:32,120 --> 00:43:38,560 but they're placed on the border between Joseon and Later Jin. 537 00:43:38,560 --> 00:43:40,510 Sire... 538 00:43:45,890 --> 00:43:52,020 Why did Ming leave them on the outskirts, not on the battlefield? 539 00:43:52,020 --> 00:43:54,250 How come? 540 00:43:54,250 --> 00:43:58,270 What? They just left from here? 541 00:43:58,270 --> 00:44:00,650 But were they really Japanese people? 542 00:44:00,650 --> 00:44:06,640 I'm not sure, but I heard Japanese words once in a while, so maybe.... ... 543 00:44:06,640 --> 00:44:09,390 Where? Where did they say they were going? 544 00:44:14,580 --> 00:44:15,730 Ma'am! 545 00:44:15,730 --> 00:44:20,110 Sir, it seems that Idachi's group is somewhere around here. 546 00:44:20,110 --> 00:44:23,000 They left from this inn about 15 minutes ago. 547 00:44:23,000 --> 00:44:25,690 Then, wouldn't they have gone to the port? 548 00:44:25,690 --> 00:44:29,210 No, the inn owner said they were taking the land path. 549 00:44:29,210 --> 00:44:32,430 If we can't find them here, it's the end! 550 00:44:42,280 --> 00:44:44,850 What's our next destination? 551 00:44:58,200 --> 00:44:59,550 Councilor Hong! 552 00:45:02,170 --> 00:45:03,180 How did it go? 553 00:45:03,180 --> 00:45:05,630 Idachi left this area about 15 minutes ago. 554 00:45:05,630 --> 00:45:07,120 Let's go. 555 00:45:25,340 --> 00:45:26,410 Excuse me! 556 00:45:27,760 --> 00:45:30,410 I'm sorry. I thought you were someone else. 557 00:45:32,210 --> 00:45:33,590 Damn it... 558 00:45:33,590 --> 00:45:36,310 Is it some special day? Why are there so many people? 559 00:45:51,950 --> 00:45:54,950 I think it's over. I looked everywhere but without luck. 560 00:45:54,950 --> 00:45:57,820 No, we have to find him! 561 00:46:03,430 --> 00:46:07,590 Idachi, please get out. Show yourself! 562 00:46:12,070 --> 00:46:15,460 You want to trade with me? 563 00:46:21,410 --> 00:46:23,010 Idachi... 564 00:46:30,990 --> 00:46:32,170 Idachi. 565 00:46:46,490 --> 00:46:50,440 You... definitely from Edo? 566 00:46:59,620 --> 00:47:04,250 To meet you here again... And you as well, Councilor Hong. 567 00:47:05,570 --> 00:47:09,080 Actually, we don't have time to explain all the details. 568 00:47:09,080 --> 00:47:11,410 We came to find out something from you. 569 00:47:11,410 --> 00:47:15,290 Find out about something... from me? 570 00:47:15,290 --> 00:47:16,820 That's right. 571 00:47:31,950 --> 00:47:34,180 Wait, this is... 572 00:47:34,180 --> 00:47:36,780 Sir, what's wrong? 573 00:47:36,780 --> 00:47:39,130 Is there a problem with the letter? 574 00:47:41,850 --> 00:47:43,270 How can this be... 575 00:47:43,270 --> 00:47:47,960 Is this the decision from the royal family of Ming? 576 00:47:52,290 --> 00:47:53,840 I see. 577 00:47:55,770 --> 00:47:59,380 You want to hear what I know about the situation in the north. 578 00:48:00,480 --> 00:48:04,930 Idachi, Joseon is also a good trade partner for you. 579 00:48:04,930 --> 00:48:07,330 You already had some fun thanks to us. 580 00:48:08,940 --> 00:48:10,990 You're still brazen. 581 00:48:10,990 --> 00:48:13,390 - Idachi! - Please! 582 00:48:13,390 --> 00:48:16,040 The fate of Joseon depends on this. 583 00:48:21,240 --> 00:48:22,590 Fine. 584 00:48:22,590 --> 00:48:27,600 I have nothing to lose by telling you what I know. 585 00:48:30,300 --> 00:48:32,500 - Idachi... - But... 586 00:48:32,500 --> 00:48:37,040 even if you know, it won't be useful, Councilor Hong. 587 00:48:37,040 --> 00:48:38,690 What? 588 00:48:40,050 --> 00:48:43,770 Joseon can't get away from this war. 589 00:48:43,770 --> 00:48:49,470 Whatever you do, you'll be taken anyway. 590 00:48:51,280 --> 00:48:53,560 What do you mean by that? 591 00:48:53,560 --> 00:48:56,100 There is no way to get out of it? 592 00:48:56,100 --> 00:48:57,490 Why? 593 00:49:03,540 --> 00:49:06,370 Goodness, you shouldn't have had so much to drink... 594 00:49:11,120 --> 00:49:13,150 Hurry up and go up! 595 00:49:18,230 --> 00:49:19,600 I'm dying! 596 00:49:22,750 --> 00:49:28,910 By the way, is this really your house, sir? 597 00:49:30,500 --> 00:49:33,920 Yes, this is my house! 598 00:49:33,920 --> 00:49:36,630 What's with this? 599 00:49:36,630 --> 00:49:38,670 He's living in a place like this? 600 00:49:38,670 --> 00:49:41,270 Come here! 601 00:49:41,270 --> 00:49:43,460 Bring me water right away! 602 00:49:43,460 --> 00:49:45,040 How dare you! 603 00:49:48,220 --> 00:49:49,340 You... 604 00:49:52,580 --> 00:49:54,350 You... 605 00:49:54,350 --> 00:49:58,200 A royal blood with lots of money? You're no better than a beggar! 606 00:49:58,200 --> 00:50:00,780 Give me my money! 607 00:50:00,780 --> 00:50:04,490 The money I paid for the meal! Right now! 608 00:50:08,100 --> 00:50:11,530 You bastard, did you lose your mind? 609 00:50:11,530 --> 00:50:14,490 What are you doing? You could die like this. 610 00:50:14,490 --> 00:50:18,200 Yes, I lost my mind! 611 00:50:18,200 --> 00:50:21,560 Why don't you try to kill me? Why don't you? 612 00:50:21,560 --> 00:50:23,040 How dare you! 613 00:50:23,040 --> 00:50:25,980 You don't think I can? 614 00:50:25,980 --> 00:50:31,770 Even now, the guards who protect me have lights on their eyes... 615 00:50:33,930 --> 00:50:37,380 I'm sorry! I'm sorry, sir! 616 00:50:40,890 --> 00:50:44,840 - Please spare me! Spare me! - Shut your mouth! 617 00:51:08,750 --> 00:51:10,080 How did it go? 618 00:51:10,080 --> 00:51:12,420 I delivered it to Prince Neungyang as instructed. 619 00:51:16,240 --> 00:51:20,690 Then I'll just need to wait for the dog to bark. 620 00:51:20,690 --> 00:51:25,950 And from the dog with the loudest voice. 621 00:51:31,190 --> 00:51:33,600 Hurry up and gather more people. 622 00:51:33,600 --> 00:51:34,740 Pardon? 623 00:51:34,740 --> 00:51:36,370 Can't you hear me? 624 00:51:36,370 --> 00:51:41,290 Gangsters, beggars in the market... Hurry up and bring everyone! 625 00:51:45,560 --> 00:51:47,220 Sire. 626 00:51:52,570 --> 00:51:55,450 So, how did it go, Councilor Hong? 627 00:51:55,450 --> 00:51:57,110 Sire... 628 00:52:00,340 --> 00:52:02,090 What's going on? 629 00:52:03,720 --> 00:52:05,450 What is it? 630 00:52:05,450 --> 00:52:10,350 All right, but is this everyone? 631 00:52:10,350 --> 00:52:11,690 What is this about? 632 00:52:15,050 --> 00:52:16,050 Sir. 633 00:52:20,460 --> 00:52:23,940 Now, let's go! 634 00:52:23,940 --> 00:52:28,130 Let's go! What other time could we do this? 635 00:52:28,130 --> 00:52:29,330 Let's go! 636 00:52:30,400 --> 00:52:34,490 No... we shouldn't just go like this. 637 00:52:35,990 --> 00:52:41,420 We have to do this properly to have it imprinted in people's heads. 638 00:52:46,790 --> 00:52:50,380 What did you just say? 639 00:52:51,480 --> 00:52:55,150 What is Ming trying to do? 640 00:52:55,150 --> 00:53:00,360 Attacking Joseon... that was their plan, sire. 641 00:53:00,360 --> 00:53:05,950 That's why they placed Yehe soldiers at our border. 642 00:53:05,950 --> 00:53:10,950 If Joseon refuses to send troops, Ming will attack us with those soldiers! 643 00:53:12,310 --> 00:53:13,900 What? 644 00:53:15,130 --> 00:53:19,880 Did you say that they will attack Joseon? 645 00:53:47,280 --> 00:53:48,820 Prince Neungyang... 646 00:53:54,630 --> 00:53:57,540 That's also probably why Later Jin hid the information. 647 00:53:57,540 --> 00:53:59,700 If we found out about Ming's plan 648 00:53:59,700 --> 00:54:02,500 they couldn't stop us from sending troops. 649 00:54:06,310 --> 00:54:07,730 How can this be... 650 00:54:07,730 --> 00:54:11,850 So if we don't send troops, we'll have to go to war with Ming! 651 00:54:11,850 --> 00:54:15,750 No, they won't be able to do that. 652 00:54:15,750 --> 00:54:18,780 Ming will never be able to do that. 653 00:54:18,780 --> 00:54:19,870 Sire... 654 00:54:19,870 --> 00:54:23,350 It's more than enough to fight Later Jin with Ming's military power. 655 00:54:23,350 --> 00:54:28,170 It means Ming will never be able to have an all-out war with Joseon. 656 00:54:28,170 --> 00:54:31,130 Sire, then what do you plan to do? 657 00:54:31,130 --> 00:54:34,330 The total number of Yehe soldiers is 8,000. 658 00:54:35,240 --> 00:54:37,630 We have a chance to fight them off. 659 00:54:37,630 --> 00:54:40,630 Ming will never be able to support them. 660 00:54:43,540 --> 00:54:48,050 So hide this information for now and try contacting the Yehe. 661 00:54:48,050 --> 00:54:50,890 If it doesn't work out... 662 00:54:52,210 --> 00:54:55,190 the worst-case scenario is we fight them off! 663 00:54:58,270 --> 00:54:59,450 Sire! 664 00:54:59,450 --> 00:55:02,930 Sire, there is big trouble! 665 00:55:02,930 --> 00:55:04,630 What is it? 666 00:55:04,630 --> 00:55:08,830 Prince Neungyang, that crazy man appeared in front of the palace again. 667 00:55:08,830 --> 00:55:11,880 But this time... he is... 668 00:55:49,610 --> 00:55:51,250 Your Majesty! 669 00:55:51,250 --> 00:55:58,620 I, Prince Neungyang, came here today with the determination to offer my head! 670 00:55:59,920 --> 00:56:04,640 Yes, if you don't withdraw your decision... 671 00:56:05,760 --> 00:56:11,780 I will cut off my head with an axe, and offer my plea. 672 00:56:11,780 --> 00:56:14,400 A plea with an axe... 673 00:56:17,040 --> 00:56:18,260 It means... 674 00:56:23,130 --> 00:56:25,650 Yes, a plea with an axe. 675 00:56:25,650 --> 00:56:30,480 They mean to take their own lives if their request is not heard! 676 00:56:30,480 --> 00:56:32,300 Sire... 677 00:56:36,260 --> 00:56:41,510 Sire, do you really want to start a tragedy like the Imjin War? 678 00:56:41,510 --> 00:56:46,270 Because of your tyrannical decision, will you let these innocent people die? 679 00:56:47,250 --> 00:56:55,430 I know that Ming will attack Joseon if we don't send troops. 680 00:56:55,430 --> 00:56:58,310 Ming will attack Joseon? 681 00:56:58,310 --> 00:57:00,610 Do we have to run away again? 682 00:57:00,610 --> 00:57:05,610 Will you be at war with Ming while you try to avoid Later Jin? 683 00:57:05,610 --> 00:57:08,210 How does he know that? 684 00:57:09,810 --> 00:57:12,260 The only thing we need to do is send troops. 685 00:57:12,260 --> 00:57:15,970 Then these innocent people can live! 686 00:57:15,970 --> 00:57:20,230 As a royal blood of this country 687 00:57:20,230 --> 00:57:23,300 I cannot lose even one life of these innocent people. 688 00:57:23,300 --> 00:57:28,580 If you refuse to send troops... 689 00:57:29,830 --> 00:57:32,570 I will also... 690 00:57:35,220 --> 00:57:39,370 cut my head off on this spot! 691 00:57:45,490 --> 00:57:49,150 His Majesty has arrived! 692 00:58:05,250 --> 00:58:07,940 Sire! 693 00:58:13,700 --> 00:58:16,010 Prince Neungyang! 694 00:58:26,820 --> 00:58:36,820 Subtitles by DramaFever