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Did you...

...approach me with that kind of intention from the beginning?

Because I’m a princess,

did you think I could help you...

...achieve your grand dreams?

I’ll take responsibility...

...for everything that happened because of me.

I’ll also do everything I can...

...to protect the innocent.

However,

my relationship with you...

...ends here.

[BOOKSTORE]

Are you here to pack your things?

Yes.

I heard the situation has gotten worse.

Are you alright?

Turns out the one chasing that foolish dream...

...wasn’t the Princess,

but me.

There’s no point...

...regretting it now.

But before I die,

I wish I could experience just one magical moment

that tells me...

...that my dream...

...wasn’t in vain.

Yes.

What is it?

There’s something important I need to say...

...to Father, regarding Chun Hwa’s Love Story.

That’s none of your concern.

That’s not true.

Father.

Lee Mong Heon, the author of Chun Hwa’s Love Story...

...is me.

What did you say?

What nonsense are you talking now? You’re saying you’re Lee Mong Heon?

I’m not lying.

How could you do something like this!

I’m sorry, but it’s the truth.

I should have confessed earlier and apologized,

but I didn’t have the courage.

How dare you!

How dare a princess—who should set an example for others—

write a story that corrupts the morals of society!

How dare you!

Because I wanted change.

Even though I’m a princess...

I hate the reality where I can’t do anything.

That’s why I wanted to live in a different world—even if only in a book!

Everything that happened because of Chun Hwa's Love Story is my responsibility.

So please punish me...

...and show mercy to the innocent.

Minister Il Jae...

...linked Chun Hwa's Love Story to a private school

and accused my uncle.

But he is not the one behind it.

Most of the people involved in writing the book—

they only did it to make a living.

They had nothing to do with politics or ideology.

No matter what the punishment, I’ll accept it.

But please show mercy to those who did nothing wrong.

You...

You are not...

...Lee Mong Heon.

You’ll never be...

...someone like Lee Mong Heon!

I trusted you...

...and even gave you the chance to choose your own husband, but you...

...forgot your duties as a princess and wrote that book...

...titled Chun Hwa’s Love Story. Because of that,

you almost brought harm...

...to innocent lives.

Don’t dream dreams you can’t...

...take responsibility for!

His Majesty the King has appointed you as the royal son-in-law,

and wedding preparations are underway.

Does the Princess...

...have to accept this too?

Yes, you're right.

The King was furious when Minister Il Jae linked...

...Chun Hwa's Love Story to private academies.

With the Crown Princess’ position in danger,

he must’ve taken steps to protect her.

This decision...

...was made after serious deliberation.

Please ensure the wedding preparations go smoothly.

The Princess' uncle, you said?

And they’re saying it’s some kind of erotic novel!

They claim it was spread by people from those schools.

But hey, it’s not even confirmed yet.

The truth will come out, right?

Still, I feel like I’ve seen him before.

Wasn’t he the one handing out petitions?

Oh my gosh, you’re right! That petition!

Let’s get out of here, quick!

Ugh. What is this? The end of the world?

[SEARCHING FOR]

Princess.

When I left the palace,

I saw your wanted posters...

...already posted all over the city.

This is a dangerous situation for you too.

Yes.

I'm aware of that too.

Father...

...has given you one week

to evacuate immediately with the innocent people...

...involved in this.

Thank you, Princess.

I’ll never...

...forget what you’ve done for us.

Is it just my help...

...that you won’t forget?

I...

...hope you’re not happy.

I hope you realize what you’ve lost,

and that just like me...

just like me...

...you will end up suffering too.

Princess...

Whatever happens, stay alive.

If...

...something happens to you,

then...

...I’ll never be able to forgive you again.

I hope we can...

...live our own lives,

in our own ways,

carry out our own responsibilities,

and go our separate paths.

– Welcome! – Welcome!

– Please come this way. – Welcome!

Welcome!

– Welcome! – Over here, please!

– Please come this way. – Welcome!

– Welcome! – Over here!

I heard there were posters...

...put up all over the city looking for...

...the Union Leader of Cheongwoon Trading.

You don’t look well, so...

...should I lead today’s meeting?

No.

No matter what happens, I must fulfill my role.

Let’s go.

I’m sure...

...you’ve all heard the rumors about the Crown Prince.

The situation is becoming critical.

The Crown Princess’ health...

...is deteriorating by the day.

Therefore,

we are gathering petitions...

...to save the former Crown Princess.

We hope that you too...

...will join us in this effort.

We’ve already...

...put our seals on it.

We ask you to be brave enough to take this step too.

If signing feels too heavy,

even a fingerprint will do!

Isn’t the important thing that many people support it?

We have to save her life first!

We understand that this...

...isn’t an easy choice.

If it weren’t for this incident,

I myself would probably never...

...have imagined doing something like this.

But aren’t we all...

...women who will someday become matriarchs of noble households?

The ones to lead a household?

Today, it may be the Crown Princess’ problem,

but in the end,

it reflects our lives too.

If a woman can’t bear a son,

even her place as the main wife can be threatened.

If her husband takes a concubine,

she must accept it quietly.

Loyalty is seen as a virtue,

but that doesn’t mean...

...we must turn our backs on those in distress.

...who are in trouble.

Ladies,

if our daughters are doing their best to save her,

how can we, as mothers, pretend we don’t see it?

Since we don’t need to give our names,

let’s give them our support!

But still, I think we need to be cautious too.

After all, the Crown Princess comes from Minister Il Jae’s family.

Won’t that cause trouble?

Regardless of our husbands’ politics,

weren’t we all once close, like sisters?

Does anyone here befriend the Duchess?

Your friend’s daughter nearly lost her life,

and you’ll stay quiet just because of your husband?

If His Majesty tells me to return to the city, I won’t obey.

Once the sword is drawn,

whether we win or lose, we must use it.

Oh my, where did my little princess learn such a saying?

Sit down!

Seeing how hard you’ve all fought...

...to save the Crown Princess these past few days,

I’ve also done a lot of thinking.

All this time, I’ve only lived...

...focusing on my duty to serve my family and the kingdom.

I was too busy caring about how others saw me,

that I never really asked myself...

...how I truly feel.

Take this.

Support from someone like me may matter more...

...than from a hundred noblewomen.

[FROM KIM SOOK BIN]

Your Highness...

I’ve come this far to help.

If you don’t carry out your duties properly now,

you’ll face the consequences yourself!

I think I’m really similar to His Majesty.

What are you saying?

My husband always says my sweet words...

...have thorns.

So...

Did he say that because he didn’t like it?

No—he said I was adorable.

This isn’t just nonsense.

I’d be happy...

...to accept Your Majesty’s kindness.

Brother.

Your Highness.

Is there...

...really no other way?

There must be.

But I...

...don’t want to take that path.

Then what about me?

How am I supposed to live?

Just live your life—naturally.

If you follow what you believe is right,

you won’t regret it.

Summon Princess Hwa Ri!

Mother, did you call for me?

I will also support...

...rescinding the Crown Princess’s position.

Really?

As women of the palace,

we’ve endured enough sorrow.

I hope you...

...can live a life that’s different from ours.

Mother...

[QUEEN, PARK SI EUN]

Will Father listen to them?

We must try our best.

I beg for your help.

What’s the matter this time?

I’ve collected petitions...

...from the women who support the Crown Princess’s removal.

Ridiculous!

I’ve said time and again this is absolutely impossible!

Your Majesty!

Please don’t be angry.

Please listen to the voices of the women we’ve gathered!

There are so many women...

...who have come together with one heart to save the Crown Princess!

Isn’t the voice of the people the voice of heaven?

How rude!

How dare you speak of “the people’s voice”...

...in a matter that taints our moral code?

Your Majesty,

this isn’t just our opinion!

Her Majesty the Empress and Lady Sook Bin...

...also hope that the Crown Princess can leave the palace!

What did you say?

They said that they have endured enough...

...of this painful life within the palace walls.

So, Your Majesty...

I humbly beg you, just this once— grant us this request!

The only person who can save the Crown Princess...

...is Your Majesty.

No.

This marriage may not have started because of love,

but I’m happy,

because His Majesty is my partner.

I feel the same.

I’m grateful...

...that you are my partner.

Please don’t fall ill.

Father.

Yes?

What is it?

Please allow the Crown Princess...

...to end her marriage with me and leave the palace.

You are...

...the one who will succeed the throne after me.

Do you understand...

...how heavy the meaning is...

...of every word you say?

I won’t falter again.

If I, the Crown Prince, stand firm...

...then who would dare to doubt the royal family’s will?

Even if—

Our wedding...

...wasn’t something we chose.

If we can’t end it ourselves,

I feel like I can’t move forward.

So, Father,

for the last time, please trust me,

and allow the Crown Princess to leave the palace.

This is...

...the one last thing...

...I can do as a husband

for the woman who was once my wife.

[FROM KIM SOOK BIN]

[QUEEN PARK SI EUN]

[WE REQUEST PERMISSION FOR THE CROWN PRINCESS TO LEAVE THE PALACE]

[KING'S PALACE]

Today,

I have an announcement for all of you.

The current Crown Princess,

is no longer fit...

...to serve the ancestral rites due to serious illness.

Therefore, I have decided to revoke her title.

No, Your Majesty!

Please reconsider this decree!

Stripping her of her title

is a violation of virtue and the collapse of tradition!

The Crown Princess has become gravely ill...

...to the point she can no longer move.

She cannot continue the royal lineage or honor the ancestors!

To banish and punish her...

...is a matter for the royal family,

and no outsider has the right to interfere.

If anyone dares to speak carelessly,

and casts doubt on my decision,

they will immediately...

...be arrested and interrogated.

Only Minister Il Jae may stay.

Everyone else, you may leave.

From this point on, what I say...

...must not be known by anyone.

Lee Mong Heon, the author of Chun Hwa's Love Story...

...is the Crown Princess.

My goodness...

How could this be...

That’s impossible, Your Majesty!

If I said it,

then it is the truth.

From now on, matters of academia will remain as such.

So do not associate Chun Hwa's Love Story with the Academy again.

You should know well,

what I mean by that.

I'm not a generous person.

Her Highness the Crown Princess...

Princess,

I am no longer the Crown Princess.

Thanks to your efforts and everyone else's,

I can now live under a new name,

...no longer the Crown Princess.

I will never...

...forget this kindness.

[GEOCHUNMUN]

I just need to put my handprint here, right?

That’s right.

You’re a woman too, so go ahead and stamp your hand.

In return,

keep this a secret from your father, okay?

Alright.

After giving birth to sons and managing the household,

now you want to

cast off a loyal wife at this age?

Well, fine. At my age, what do I have to be afraid of?

The kids are all on my side.

It looks like only my handprint is big.

That’s not true. It’s the same size as mine.

I’ll stamp mine too.

Give it to me when you’re done.

Alright.

Prince Hwa Seong.

Brother Hwa Ing.

Yes.

Have you come to see Father?

At times like this, it’s best to avoid him if you can.

The atmosphere inside the palace is complete chaos.

Okay.

Good grief.

All my life,

I never imagined I'd see the Crown Prince...

...sending secret messages to the Crown Princess like this.

This is just between us, alright?

But let’s be honest — isn’t this a disgrace to the royal family?

Family harmony is the foundation of everything.

If he can’t manage his own household,

how can he be expected to inherit the throne and lead the nation?

Brother Hwa Ing, that’s enough.

Things are already tense enough as they are.

How could I, as his younger brother, dare criticize His Highness?

I was just...

...worried. That’s why I said it.

People all over the country are thinking the same thing.

There have been countless people saying bad things...

...about him to His Majesty.

But he always protected you...

...and stood up for you.

Prince Hwa Ing.

No matter what happens,

never forget that we...

...are still brothers.

Wait...

To revoke the Crown Princess title without reason,

and then marry her off to Minister Il Jae’s son?

If we let this go,

our family's honor will be destroyed.

Now, the only way is...

...to do whatever it takes to make Kim So Hoon...

...the new Crown Princess.

It’s time to stop this,

Father.

Do you really not see that this whole incident

is His Majesty’s final warning?

From now on, I will...

...protect my children with my own strength.

So please, Father,

don’t...

...do anything else.

- Sook Bin! - Yes, that’s right.

I am Sook Bin.

So please mind your words, Minister Il Jae.

And from now on,

don’t come here again.

Have you forgotten who helped you get to where you are?

I haven’t forgotten.

I’ve endured this far for the family, for Father.

Isn’t that enough of a daughter’s duty?

Let go...

...of that greed.

Your Honor.

Kim So Hoon, from now on,

stop trying to read other people’s wishes.

Live according to your own heart.

They say a woman’s fate is like a gourd floating on water,

but that doesn’t mean her happiness

must be decided by others.

My days with you are numbered now.

Yes, that’s true.

Everyone is leaving, one by one.

Are you alright?

How can I...

...ever atone for this sin?

It all started

because of the Chun Hwa's Love Story I wrote.

I should have done nothing at all.

The dream I borrowed under someone else's name...

...ended up becoming a sword

that wounded others.

Don’t say that.

At the very least,

the Crown Princess and I...

...were able to find a path to a new world because of you.

Even the women who placed their handprints on the petition—

they wouldn’t have dared

to take that step without you.

You really think so?

But still...

Do you know what hurts the most?

Even now, in all of this...

I still...

...can’t stop thinking about Choi Hwan.

Even knowing that he used me— used the fact that I’m a princess,

to protect the people he was trying to help...

Is there something... worth watching?

Even though I know, deep down,

he may have approached me with that intention from the start,

what I fear most...

...isn’t losing him.

It’s knowing that...

What if...

...the feelings he showed me all this time...

...were just a lie?

I believe his feelings were real too.

How he looked at you,

and how you felt when you looked back at him,

you know better than anyone.

If your hearts ever truly connected,

how could it have been a lie?

Those leaving the capital—

follow the group leader and shelter owner.

If you already have a place to go,

move quickly and hide yourselves.

- Thank you, sir. - We’re truly grateful, sir.

- Thank you so much. - Thank you, sir.

I hope they all stay safe.

Painter Kim.

[BOOKSTORE]

What brings you here?

I was looking for a painting album,

but all the bookstores were closed.

Nothing bad happened, right?

No, thankfully, I’m alright.

I heard your wedding with the Princess...

...is just around the corner.

That’s right.

It just so happens my house is nearby.

Would you like to stop by for a bit?

I have...

...some paintings the Princess made.

Since it’s hard to meet her in person right now,

I thought it’d be better if you delivered them for me.

Do you...

...have a moment?

I’ve packed all the painting tools...

...that the Princess often used.

I’m not sure...

...whether she still paints or not.

Because for her,

painting was a way to dream.

I hope, whatever happens,

she never stops dreaming.

Of course.

I haven’t had...

...the chance to meet the Princess either, given the circumstances.

But I’ll make sure...

...your feelings are conveyed to her.

Thank you.

Please let her know that I hope...

...she stays calm and at peace.

By the way...

...what about the union leader?

With things as they are,

I don’t really know.

I hope you stay safe.

[PAVILION]

Princess.

Though our marriage was arranged,

we’re only now meeting properly.

Was the sudden decision too surprising for you?

Not at all.

Will you be able to accept me, Princess?

I know...

...you’ll be a good husband.

Please take good care of me.

I happened to run into Painter Kim Min Hong today.

He asked me to deliver...

...your paintings and painting tools.

Is he doing well?

Yes.

He wanted to know whether or not you still paint.

I won’t paint anymore.

I can't dream about things...

...that I can’t handle.

Princess...

I want to...

…I just want you to be happier than anyone else.

But right now…

…you don’t look happy.

Take this with you.

Be careful with it.

Take care of yourself.

And stay safe on the road.

What I’ve always admired about you…

…is your courage…

…and your honesty.

I’ll always be here, feeling the same way.

You…

…must choose the path that brings you happiness.

Whatever path you choose,

my feelings for you won’t change.

Goodness.

I don’t know why nothing’s selling today.

Right?

Hope someone buys this soon.

Seriously.

Ow, why is this so heavy? Ugh, my back.

Oh no, my stomach hurts. I can’t lift this.

– Goodness. – Hurry up and go.

See you!

Your Majesty, please take a look at this.

[HERBS AND SPICES]

Of course.

Please come in.

Your Honour.

People left all kinds of food at your doorstep.

I don’t deserve such kindness.

But I’m truly grateful.

They say the space in front of my house…

…has turned into a market, right?

That’s right.

A market in front of a widow’s house?

I like the sound of that.

I just want…

…you to be happier than anyone else.

But right now…

…you don’t look happy.

Next time,

I’ll show you fireworks bigger and brighter than ever.

So that no matter where you are, you won’t feel lonely.

I’ll send my heart into the sky.

Thank you for coming.

I tried my best to make everything pretty.

What do you think?

Do you feel better now?

Yes.

Will you...

…be my husband?

Yes.

Gladly.

You know the way he looked at you...

…and how you felt when you looked back at him.

When two hearts are connected…

…there’s no hiding it.

Wait!

[BOOKSTORE]

Princess.

Why didn’t you leave? Why?

You promised me you’d survive —no matter what.

And you’re still here.

How could I leave?

This won’t be easy.

I know.

Without the title of a princess…

…I might become a burden to you.

As long as you’re with me,

titles don’t matter.

I’ll never let you go again.

That’s what I hoped you’d say.

I love you.

Even when this body turns to dust,

my feelings for you...

…will never change.

Princess Hwa Ri vows to live by her husband’s side, forever.

Their hearts and bodies united—

they became a true couple.

[CHUN HWA'S LOVE STORY]

[CHUN HWA'S LOVE STORY]

[CHUN HWA'S LOVE STORY]

[CHUN HWA'S LOVE STORY]

[MERRY CHRISTMAS]

[TO ALL THE CHUN HWAS IN THE WORLD]

To all the Chun Hwas in the world—

Though I couldn’t make my dream come true,

I hope your life won’t turn out like mine.

Live your life to the fullest.

[CHUN HWA'S LOVE STORY]

What are you thinking about?

I was just...

...thinking about someone.

Who? That handsome guy...

…the one who came by the bookstore?

No, I just…

[WELCOME.]

Hello.

– Speak of the devil. – What?

It’s nothing.

Is the book I asked about available?

Bom, could you find the book?

A Lover’s Discourse— we don’t have the first edition yet.

Wait.

We do have a reprint version.

Would that be alright?

I’d really prefer the first edition.

I’ll come back another time.

Beautiful portrait, isn’t it?

Wait a second!

This one’s good. I like it.

The woman’s quite bold.

My heart skipped a beat.

So, uh...

Can I get your number?

I’ll call you when the book arrives.

Alright.

Hand me your phone.

– What did I say? – He pulled it off.

– Impressive. – Told you so.

Just a little more charm.

I’m Kang Sung-hyun.

I’m Kim Bom.

I’ll reach out when the book comes in.

Or… you could call me before that.

I’m just waiting to start college.

So I’ve got plenty of time.

Okay.

Come on, let’s go! Run!

We’re so sorry!

Please forgive us!

Excuse me!

You’re...

This is great. I love it.

[END]