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Long time no see, Sword Saint, Sir.

-=In (Heuksa Chorong, Human Lord)=- Long time no see, Sword Saint, Sir.

Long time no see, Sword Saint, Sir.

-=Sword Saint, Gim Gwang Taek (Joseon's Best Swordsman)=-

Today, I must make Sword Saint's big thumb...

become just like mine.

I'm sorry.

You've wasted a trip.

I will cut your never ending self-confidence.

Go on.

This

is your last chance.

My hand... my hand!

I will definitely...

crush your bones to make soup...

and drink every last drop of it.

-=Hwang Jin Ju=- This must be Mo Hwa Ru.

-=Mo Hwa Ru: A residence to receive envoys of the Qing Dynasty=- This must be Mo Hwa Ru.

-=Mo Hwa Ru: A residence to receive envoys of the Qing Dynasty=-

-=Ji (Heuksa Chorong, Earth Lord)=-

So, we'll send fake assassins to Mo Hwa Ru

and act... Is that what you mean?

-=Hong Dae Ju=- and act... Is that what you mean?

-=Hong Dae Ju=- Won't it satisfy both parties?

Won't it satisfy both parties?

What do you think about it, Earth Lord?

We will do as Your Excellency has ordered.

But, how come I haven't seen

Cheon, Heuksa Chorong's Sky Lord?

The Sky Lord is currently in Pyegwan Sul Yeon.

-=Pyegwan Sul Yeon - the process in which martial artists stay in an isolated place to hone their skills=- The Sky Lord is currently in Pyegwan Sul Yeon.

-=Pyegwan Sul Yeon - the process in which martial artists stay in an isolated place to hone their skills=-

What's the big deal about that bit of martial arts?

My Lord,

regardless of its breed, a dog still recognizes its master.

Once his Pyegwan Sul Yeon ends, he will come looking for his master.

You do not need to be overly concerned.

But, if it doesn't go as planned,

it will be difficult to stay alive.

Do you have a suitable candidate?

Is he outside?

Did you say that you would lay down your life for me?

Yes, Your Excellency.

Un, fill your cup.

Drink up.

You... don't drink too much.

Okay I know... brat.

What are you waiting for? Quickly, drink!

Drink, drink.

-=Hwang Jin Gi=-

Didn't I tell you not to loiter around Mo Hwa Ru?

Father? What are you doing here?

Give it to me.

Come with me.

You... who are you?

What... it's you?

Men!

Over there!

Father.

Jin Ju.

Jin Ju.

You should go ahead.

What?

What about you, Father?

Since my daughter has caused trouble,

then as a father I should clean up after you.

What? Let's leave together.

Stop your nonsense. Return to the hideout immediately. Understand?

Must I really leave first?

Hurry up!

Did you see how she treated me?

Sorry.

Brat,

we'll decide who's the winner next time!

Stop there!

Hey... hey... that's her, right?

What?

Stop! Stop!

You go get Dong Su back.

What... Seriously... Alright, I know.

Hey, Dong Su!

Hey, Baek Dong Su! Seriously...

Greetings, Sky Lord.

Good.

-=Cheon (Heuksa Chorong, Sky Lord)=- Good.

You should have informed me when you left the mountain.

Since you have already left the mountain, you should have informed me.

Because I didn't have time,

I am sorry.

But you have the time to drink?

I am just kidding, don't take it to heart.

Although you have hidden some of your killer aura,

it still remains unpolished.

You can lower your head, but do not lose your focus.

What have you learned during this period of time?

You are referring to...

A scholar studies the book. A Taoist priest seeks the Way.

Martial Artist practices martial arts. Isn't this considered as learning too, kid?

Yes. I've done my best.

Then answer my question.

An assassin and a martial artist...

what are the differences between them?

Isn't it the awareness of holding a sword?

Go on.

Whether the heart has the intention to kill or not.

Really?

But, regardless of your intention to kill or not,

your hands are already stained with blood.

Your disciple lacks the foresight.

You have ample time. Search for the answer yourself.

Yes. But...

Your hands are already stained with blood.

Hey, stop right there!

Stop following me!

Wait, wait!

Hey, who are you?

Why do you keep following me?

Who am I? I am myself.

But you...

Aren't you part of that group of bandits from last time?

- Right? - No.

I've finally caught you today!

- I will directly just take you... - Stop there!

Everyone...

Yes, everyone came just in time.

I caught her...

What... what happened?

Where did she go? Where did she go?

Dis...disappeared.

You... this lunatic.

Take him away!

Yes!

Wait a moment, this is all a misunderstanding.

It's not me.

It wasn't me.

It's not me.

This is all a misunderstanding. Don't be like this.

It is really not me!

Ah really...

Hey, hey, come quickly.

Here, here.

I already said it's not me.

This is a misunderstanding! A misunderstanding!

Ah really...

Hey! Yeo Un! Cho Rip!

Really...

Cho Rip!

It looks like it will rain soon.

My whole body aches.

What? What happened to Dong Su?

-=Heuk Sa Mo=- What? What happened to Dong Su?

What? What happened to Dong Su?

You are all a bunch of....

Didn't I remind you

to leave Han Yang immediately after the matters are settled?

Then it's because...

Seems like a hare-brain has willingly fallen into our trap.

How come you're later than I am?

I was so worried about you. I'm burning into ash.

What? You're not burned at all!

You're fine as long as you're not burnt. Go rest.

Go rest?

Stop right there.

Didn't I tell you not to loiter around Mo Hwa Ru?

Really, really noisy.

Do old people not need any sleep?

Must I beat you like when you were still young?

Hey, hey... there seems to be some misunderstanding.

I am not a thief!

Hey, you have caught the wrong person!

No, it's not me!

Aish, I must really be going crazy.

I'm really down on my luck.

-=Yu Ji Seon=-

Has the criminal been caught?

According to our source, it's an act by the Hon Hon.

-=Hon Hon: people with inappropriate speech and behavior.=- According to our source, it's an act by the Hon Hon.

-=Hon Hon: people with inappropriate speech and behavior.=- Your Majesty, he is the Qing Emissary.

Your Majesty, he is the Qing Emissary.

-=Crown Prince Sado=- Your Majesty, he is the Qing Emissary.

-=Crown Prince Sado=- Even if it's a tiny mistake on our part, they would use it against us.

Even if it's a tiny mistake on our part, they would use it against us.

I'm afraid that the Emperor would create a fuss over it.

Your humble subject worries.

-=Monitoring of Trainees=-

Are they the Cho Si qualifiers?

-=Cho Si: Preliminary round of the civil service examination.=- Are they the Cho Si qualifiers?

-=Cho Si: Preliminary round of the civil service examination.=- Yes.

Yes.

When is the Bok Si?

-=Bok Si: second examination for the Cho Si qualifiers.=- When is the Bok Si?

-=Bok Si: second examination for the Cho Si qualifiers.=- On the Eighth day of the Eighth month.

On the Eighth day of the Eighth month.

Looks like our chance has arrived.

Go check on the children at Jang Yong Wi.

So according to what you said, the one caught was Dong Su?

That's right.

That rascal still got into trouble in the end.

But Dong Su, that child, explained that he was just chasing after a thief,

and he is innocent.

The child won't do a thing like that.

But the crime of harming the Qing Emissary is considered as revolt.

What should we do now?

If we can't find the real culprit, it'll be hard for him to escape the death sentence.

Where is the Qing Emissary now?

What... what's wrong? I haven't committed any crime!

- Come out. - Wait a moment, wait a moment.

Ah really...

Let go!

Ah really...

I said... I said... I didn't commit any crime!

I didn't commit a sin!

This fellow, shut up!

Is this the fellow?

Cover his mouth and nose.

What is it? What are you doing?

Could it be that fellow?

It's not him.

The eyes of the person who attacked me last night resembled those of an eagle.

But his eyes... are like cocky dog's eyes.

What... what? Cocky dog?

You take a look. How are my eyes like those of a cocky dog?

You take a look. You take a look.

Aigoo, I already said it's not me. It's not me. It's not me really! (Aigoo - oh dear, oh my god)

What are you doing... trying to behead an innocent person?

Really unlucky...

This fellow!

So... I shall leave now.

Please accede to our request to build new emissary quarters.

As long as you, the Crown Prince, agrees...

even saving that child's life a hundred times over wouldn't be a problem.

Your Royal Highness, you promised to build the Sa Sing Wan? (Sa Sing Wan: Consulate)

They can not kill an innocent child.

Your Royal Highness, how do you plan to break the impasse?

You're dead meat today.

Aish, really... I nearly died.

Hey, hey! Dong Su!

Dong Su, how many heads do you think you have?

Ouch, ouch, ouch!

Painful? I can't even be bothered to scold you.

Do you still dare to say it's painful now?

-It's really very painful... -Come over... come over.

Let's have a heart-to-heart talk today. Let's go!

Really... Really...

That... Sa Mo, is this considered as a heart-to-heart talk?

Shall I use body language to talk to you?

No, no... no need.

And also you, Yeo Un.

Among the three of you, I always thought you were the most sensible.

Why didn't you keep this beast away from trouble

and instead caused such a big disaster?

I'm very sorry.

Rotten brats, I really can't be bothered to scold you anymore!

You all... this bunch of rascals. Today, I must...

Older brother...

All of you, stay where you are.

- Yes. - Yes.

What happened?

You're dead!

My head.

Hey, grab him!

From what I see,

even if you were beaten to death today... you deserve it.

Sa Mo! Sa Mo!

Lower your head, Yeo Un!

Ouch!

-=Heuksa Chorong=-

What are you waiting for? Give it! Really!

I definitely will hack off all your limbs! I definitely will!

Do you think if you do that

your lost hand will come back?

Didn't I get my thumb back?

This hand should also be the same.

Seems like you could dance with glee!

Gwang Taek has just returned.

Aren't all women's hearts the same?

What's the matter?

I don't wish to lose my neck too.

Take good care of the only arm you have left.

Since I've already lost one, you might as well take the other one too!

Yeo Un, this is perfect!

I really admire you.

But, has this fellow gone crazy?

Hey, Baek Dong Su!

Still laughing?

This fellow, after being saved from death

has really gone crazy.

Hey.

Hey, Dong Su!

Hey, where are you going?

Cho Rip.

I need to go too.

What? Hey!

Yeo Un, Yeo Un, Yeo Un!

Hey, where is she?

You scared me to death.

What are you doing?

Let me help you.

Really? Really?

This brat...

Ah that...

Have you been living well, Seungnyeonim? (Seungnyeonim - female monk)

I went to pick some herbs that are good for the wound.

Silver bell flowers are not considered as herbs.

Yes, so this time I didn't make a mistake and only picked those with rounded leaves.

You already know?

My wound is better. Please do not worry.

Go.

Buddha, Buddha.

If I can marry a ravishing beauty,

I will repay your grace hundreds and thousands of time over!

A ravishing beauty who has delicate skin.

So I say...

That side?

Got it, thanks.

Do you have a problem?

Why do you always follow me like this?

I... only...

only..

This is a place of worship and spiritual cleansing.

That's why I came!

In that case...

then please follow me.

So... 3000 bows?

Selfish hearts should be purified.

Aish, but that... how I could do 3000 bows at once?

Aish, you're such a joker.

Joking?

Are you not sincere in seeking help?

Ah that...

Yes.

That's right.

Good.

174.

-=Love=-

This rascal!

It is really not me!

Shoot it!

I'm really going crazy!

Your skills are acceptable!

- Fine, isn't it? - No, no!

- Shoot it! Shot! - No, no!

- Aigoo, I got it! - Seriously!

- This, this, this. - Cannot, cannot!

What are you doing?

Can't you see?

Wow, you are indeed worthy to be our chief.

What are you doing?

Hush. I'll go out for a while.

Father.

I didn't get a good look last night since it was so dark.

Are you all right?

You asked really early...

Why?

Why don't you ask after I'm laying in my coffin?

Who is my father?

Joseon's Best Expert, Hwang Jin Gi!

- Yes, of course. - Of course.

Jin Ju! Jin Ju!

Aigoo!

What's the point of being so well-trained in martial arts?

When you're with your daughter, you're as timid as a mouse that has seen a cat.

This rascal...

Do you think everything will be resolved if you just pray a few times?

Of course not.

That is, I'll...

tell you everything when the time comes.

Really?

Then...

until that time comes,

just stay in that position.

Really... Why are you like this?

I'm no longer a one or two year-old child anymore!

If you're not a one or two year-old kid,

then why were you locked up by the temple?

Seriously! Why are you always treating me like this?

Then, what about Yeo Un?

Seriously! My head hurts!

You rascal, why did you have to drag innocent Yeo Un into this matter?

Get back into your position!

It's me everyday...

Okay, okay. I know already.

Aunt!

Dong Su is being punished again.

Huh? Why?

That is, he didn't do what he was supposed to and ran off somewhere else.

But,

I know where Dong Su went.

He went looking for that vixen!

He still hasn't woken up to reality. Seriously!

But, Aunt...

What is that?

Huh?

Ah, this is just...

Ah, what is that?

You're giving it to uncle, right?

Wow, you're really impressive.

But I really don't understand...

There hasn't even been any news from the other party,

yet this side already thinks that it's a done deal.

What did you say?

Horrible girl.

Why did you hit me?

The Crown Prince

agreeing to build a Sa Sing Wan.

Is that the truth?

-=Hong Pung Han (Crown Prince Sado's Father-in-law, Leader of the Noron Faction)=- Is this the truth?

-=Hong Pung Han (Crown Prince Sado's Father-in-law, Leader of the Noron Faction)=- That is the absolute truth.

That is the absolute truth.

Commander of State Tribunal.

This matter between the Crown Prince and Qing Emissary,

-=Yeong Ju=- This matter between the Crown Prince and Qing Emissary,

This matter between the Crown Prince and Qing Emissary,

did you know about it?

Yes, Your Majesty.

His Royal Highness who places much importance on the lives of his citizens

has agreed to build a consulate for the Qing

in order to save the life of an innocent youth.

His Royal Highness has arrived.

Take your leave.

This fellow!

Why did you agree to the construction of the consulate?

Do you have any patriotic spirit?

Abamama... (Abamama - used by the Prince to call the King)

I have clearly said (Abamama - used by the Prince to call the King)

you are not to negotiate any terms with the Qing Emissary

and to attempt to resolve this issue during the Cho Si period.

If you still had any respect for me,

would you have made such an outrageous decision?

Tell me about it.

That man you saved, how great is he?

He is a nameless beggar.

What did you say?

In order to save a beggar,

you used the Imperial Court as a guarantee?

Abamama,

no matter if it's a beggar, a hooligan, or a criminal,

they are all citizens of Joseon.

Shut your mouth!

How can you, as a regent,

have such immature thinking?

Sasochwidae, don't you know this?

-=Sasochwidae: sacrificing something small in order to achieve bigger goals.=- Sasochwidae, don't you know this?

-=Sasochwidae: sacrificing something small in order to achieve bigger goals.=- Sasochwidae

-=Sasochwidae: sacrificing something small in order to achieve bigger goals.=- is what you should do to achieve greater goals.

This is politics!

The construction of the consulate, is definitely a non-negotiable matter.

So, before daybreak tomorrow,

you must have a solution ready.

If...

If you can't give me a solution,

I will investigate this matter and hold you responsible.

Do you understand?

Dong Su.

If you go out again today,

you won't live to see my face any more.

Oh this...

Who said I'm going out?

I just want to go outside

and enjoy the breeze, that's all.

But...

Sa Mo is late. Where did he go?

Do you think the captain wants to see your face?

What, you rascal!

That's also right.

Hey! Hey you!

Follow me.

What?

Come and follow me.

That... really.

Are you sure?

Yes.

It's the robe of a military officer,

I didn't get a good look.

I can't wait any longer. I have to go in.

Wait.

It is that fellow.

Who?

The second one.

I'm sure it's that person.

Hey, look here!

Who are you?

I'm... Joseon's Best Swordsman.

That will be my future title.

I'm really... this is crazy.

Hey! You... this fellow.

Oh! Blood.

Come, come!

Brat, that's really despicable!

Come on!

Oh... I nearly died just now... nearly died.

Don't come nearer... don't come...

Oh, really.

You seem to have some skills.

Of course.

But, your flying kick...

What...

The thief's evidence.

But, how did you know he was the criminal?

As a bandit yourself, you don't even know that?

What?

Look, tip-toeing.

Tip-toeing!

This... isn't this a habit most thieves have?

Woah!

What is your name?

Ah... I'm getting popular... really.

Alright, alright... I know.

I won't say it twice so listen carefully.

I will soon become Joseon's Best Swordsman,

Baek Dong Su.

What?

Baek... Dong Su?

No, not just Baek Dong Su.

The future Joseon's Best Swordsman,

Baek Dong Su.

In the future, when you have grown up, will you marry me?

Baek... Dong Su.

Why?

The name's too cool?

Of course, my name is cool, Baek Dong Su!

-=Hyojong's Curved Moon Blade (Yan Yuedao)=-

With my hands,

I will personally scrub and remove all the shame

and resentment from Joseon's history.

Your Royal Highness,

are you really going to expel the Qing Emissary?

In that case,

the diplomatic relationship with Qing

will turn hostile within this period.

Constructing a Qing Consulate in the capital

to strangle one's own neck...

we might as well make our diplomatic relationship clear.

Isn't that better?

Your Royal Highness,

aren't you making your decision too rashly?

There are definitely some other solutions.

There is none.

If we're not going to be proactive

in preventing the construction of the consulate,

there is no other way out.

Byeongja Horan... After suffering national shame

for over a hundred years,

why is a mere Emissary overriding

and even surpassing His Majesty?

My subjects, please tell me,

can such a nation

still be called Joseon?

So, I have decided...

starting from today,

all our diplomatic ties with Qing...

Your Royal Highness!

How dare you enter this place?!

Your Royal Highness,

please pardon my impudence.

-=The culprit who attacked the Emissary=-

If he's a military officer from Bo Cheong,

isn't he a subordinate of the Commander of State Tribunal?

Your Excellency,

since matters have turned out like this,

we will have to investigate it thoroughly,

without any mistakes.

Our plan has been discovered.

But Your Excellency,

they don't have any evidence

that he is the culprit.

Just relying on that tablet...

how can that be considered evidence?

What he said is correct.

As long as we refuse to admit it, wouldn't everything be fine?

Keep your mouth shut!

The most important thing now is

that rascal who is locked up now

knows about everything.

And that fellow

is also a subordinate of the Military Office.

If he gets too ambitious,

he will definitely bring us greater trouble.

Listen carefully.

If you want to live a long life,

you must know when is the right time to retreat.

At Bo Cheong Hall,

just pretend to interrogate him.

-=Go Si: Interrogation=- just pretend to interrogate him.

just pretend to interrogate him.

Yes.

Your Royal Highness.

The criminal has been caught.

Should we find out who the mastermind is?

His fate is already sealed.

Your Royal Highness.

I plan to make a trip to Cheong Am Temple.

Go to the Bo Cheong and check on the progress of the investigation.

Continue!

Yes.

Stop!

Leave.

What has happened?

I'm very sorry.

You muddle-headed fellow.

Do you think you can keep living when the situation has become like this?

- Didn't you say you would lay down your life for me? - Your Excellency!

Please pardon me!

- Your Excellency! - Seems like it's time to fulfill that agreement.

Your Excellency!

Please spare me this time, Your Excellency!

Your Excellency!

Spare me, Your Excellency!

Your Excellency, please spare me! Your Excellency!

Your Excellency! Your Excellency!

This is really shameful.

Actually, I...

I think I have met my fated love.

She's like a fairy from heaven.

If you can see this,

you would definitely propose a marriage for me.

If Sa Mo finds out I sneaked out again,

he'll definitely kill me again, right?

Understand? I came here secretly.

-=Sincere Love, Baek Sa Goeng=-

I heard this was a gift from Father,

so I should give it to Mother instead.

I am leaving.

Old mister, what are you doing here?

Are you practicing the hopae technique now?

You're really determined.

What bullshit practice?

This... this is a... cane.

Seriously! Do you think I'll be bullied again?

You have made great improvements in this period of time.

Although I would really love to spar with you now,

this is a very sacred place.

So, today...

just leave the mountain quietly. Understand?

You fellow...

How have you been during this period of time?

If my wife and child are found to be innocent,

I would like to entrust my unborn child in your care.

I am sorry.

I failed to fulfill your request.

I am sorry.

I am sorry.

I am sorry.

Could it be...

that child is...

your child...

Is he still alive?

How could this be?

Dong Su!

- Sword Saint, Sir. - Sir.

Sa Mo!

Hyeo... Hyeongnim... (Hyeongnim - respected older brother)

Gwang Taek hyeongnim!

Hyeongnim!

Sa Mo...

You are still alive...

and living well!

How come we never heard any news from you?

Thank you for being alive. Thank you so much.

Hyeongnim, is your arm better?

Yes. Have you lived well all this time?

Yes, Hyeongnim, yes...

Yes... yes...

Do you have any...

news about Dong Su that child...

That... Dong Su, that rotten brat

has already grown up and is now very sensible.

That... What do you mean?

Dong... Dong Su. Dong Su is still alive?

Hyeongnim, don't tell me you thought Dong Su was already...

Still alive... So Dong Su is still alive?

Yes, of course.

Thank you.

Thank you, Sa Mo... Thank you.

Hyeongnim.

Dong Su is still alive.

Is something wrong?

It is nothing.

Probably just mountain animals.

His Royal Highness is very sly.

Go follow him well.

Are you inside?

Why aren't you speaking?

Your Royal Highness.

Although I consider bearing the Bukbeoljigye my destiny,

-=Bukbeoljigye - the Northern Expedition strategy war book that King Hyojong left behind=- Although I consider bearing the Bukbeoljigye my destiny,

Although I consider bearing the Bukbeoljigye my destiny,

doing it alone seems too burdensome.

If it's too burdensome, let go of it.

Do not think of it as a complex matter.

Even if I wish to, my heart can't be at peace if I do so.

This is why I am hesitating.

I really want to help you.

Is there anything I can help you with?

I'm very grateful for Your Highness's intention.

Even if it's not me,

no matter what,

just tell me a way that would allow me to help you.

Your Royal Highness,

before I do that, please give me an answer.

Give you an answer?

What are you referring to?

The answer that I want to know... There is only one.

Will you save me

or the Bukbeoljigye?

So that means...

Dong Su and Yeo Un grew up together?

Yes, Hyeongnim.

Dong Su that child... how did he grow up?

Dong Su? Aigoo...

Don't talk about it.

His mannerisms are totally different from Sa Goeng hyeongnim.

Indeed that is so.

But then... Hyeongnim, where have you seen Dong Su?

I'm afraid he is not the insensible child you think he is.

On the grave of his parents...

he left this behind.

Really, this rotten brat.

We'll definitely get killed by Dong Su's antics one day.

But...

that ajussi inside, is he really the Sword Saint, Gim Gwang Taek? (Ajussi - older man, uncle)

Do you know him?

No.

Hey, Gwang Taek!

Gwang Taek, are you inside?

This fellow... How dare you come here? I have to...

Sa Mo!

Why are your eyes filled with such an intense desire to kill?

If I can hack off his neck at the same time I draw my sword, that would be enough.

Do you have something to tell me?

Ji Seon, if you must make me choose between you and the Bukbeoljigye...

I...

What did you say?

His Majesty's decree has been stolen.

I will surely.

If it was not the Crown Prince or the Sword Saint,

Please tell me...

The person who killed your father...

Hey, must we practice together with this group of useless fellows?

What did you say?

You will all die today.

To deal with them one by one is too troublesome.

Let's do it altogether!