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Wow…

Apparently, throughout his career as a bodyguard,

not a single person who's been under the protection of Mr. Paik has ever died.

I think he's just the person we need.

Nobody knows how many civilians he's killed over there.

Mr. Paik Sanho is nothing more than an international contract killer.

But what's more important than safety when it comes to security?

IRAQ, 2007

From what I found, he obtained US citizenship in '06.

In '07, he was deployed to Iraq.

At the same time, Valkyrie was scouring the world to recruit special ops veterans

from Nepal, Serbia, Chile, Ecuador, and Honduras.

Mr. Paik was previously registered as Mongolian.

He doesn't look Mongolian.

Mongolia was just a useful stop for a passport change.

He looks Korean and speaks fluent Korean.

So what do you think his real nationality is?

He volunteers at the Peace and Forgiveness church,

known for its congregation of North Korean defectors.

So what if he's DPRK Special Forces?

So you're saying that he could be a spy from North Korea

and he had an ulterior motive in approaching me?

Yeah.

Find some evidence first.

What concerns me

is we don't know why he approached you in the first place.

Let me figure that out.

Dear Ms. Seo, I hope this mail finds you well.

If I were to pick one of us to protect my own mother, it'd be Mark. No question.

PARIS, 2008

Back during the Paris nightclub attack,

Mark was the one who safely extracted the Saudi oil billionaire's daughter,

not a scratch on her.

Whoever you are, whatever you do, if you feel as though you are in danger,

I insist you take Mark's services.

That is, if he accepts the job offer.

TEMPEST

Beijing welcomes the president today as she begins her visit to China

in attendance of the Beijing Climate Forum.

President Chae will be heading straight to the China National Convention Center…

Why do you think the president went to Beijing?

Climate doesn't seem like her real concern right now.

She's probably asking for help from China. To act as a mediator.

Not much of a welcome.

No Chinese government officials showed up, just the ambassador.

All the Chinese officials are at the state guesthouse.

The US VP made a surprise visit…

…to Beijing this morning.

IN FRONT OF BUILDING 18

AT THE ZHONGNANHAI STATE GUESTHOUSE THIS MORNING

There's one more guest there.

This photo was snapped outside of Building 18 earlier at the guesthouse.

Madam Cho and Jin Suryeon?

Kim Hansang's English and Chinese translators.

Mr. Kim must be sitting at the table with the US VP,

all while our president is abandoned outside, waiting and sweating in the heat.

But why would China prefer a war?

The border region could end up as a nuclear target.

As we speak,

the power dynamics are shifting dramatically.

China, Russia, and even Idisha in the Middle East are forming an alliance.

A new sphere of influence is developing.

Now, assuming North Korea joins as well…

…the US faces the biggest threat to international order since World War II.

The two sides could end up fighting on the Korean Peninsula,

the only nation made of two divided countries.

Well, I did hear the CIA director showed up in Seoul this afternoon.

Someone at that level would've come here to meet with the president.

But she's out of the country.

What could be the reason then?

He could be here for you.

You think so?

I'm afraid if Junik's death was the work of the United States,

they could see you as a very serious threat.

They'll be wondering what you know, and what would happen to the peninsula,

if you were to become the President of South Korea.

The United States bombed the train.

They will never stop hunting you.

That's fine.

Their desperation to kill me just shows that I have power.

From the US perspective, the reason that they see you as such a threat

is you capture the hearts and minds of the public.

You have to rally their support as much as you can.

To make them want peaceful reunification.

And that… that will be your greatest asset.

Mother.

What are you doing out here?

Oh, Munju.

Aren't you moving out tomorrow? You packed already?

I'm not taking much anyway. Just bringing myself, I guess.

You're moving out for security reasons?

Yes.

Your new security guard, Paik Sanho, was it?

Is he making you do this?

You know what, Mother?

I never really liked this place.

I heard you insisted on hiring him.

What are people going to say about that?

Fortunately, I've never cared about what other people think.

I don't doubt that. You had your reasons.

After all, you're a smart girl. But I'll give you some advice.

That young man is clearly the type who could stir a lady's heart.

That mercenary has saved you twice.

He nearly died this last time.

Every human is foolish.

But if they're lonely, they become irrational.

Give in to your emotions and it will ruin everything.

I don't think that was a coincidence, Mother.

I am positive he had his reasons for doing what he did.

I'd like to know why he saved me.

You're risking it all, your reputation, for that?

If it means I can find out why Junik was murdered?

I'd risk everything I have.

Because right now, every door in front of me is locked.

And the only key I've got in my hands is Sanho.

I'm going to unlock the door

and see where it leads.

Hold on, Ms. Seo.

I open every door first.

This will be every time?

Yes.

Do you really need to put this here?

Why?

I don't like things placed next to the bed.

It's the perfect spot to hide a bug or a camera.

Oh, wow! This spot is just perfect.

We couldn't have asked for a better floor plan or location.

How'd I even find it?

You can't open the windows.

I can't open any windows here?

A sniper will aim for a window.

I've applied bulletproof film to them.

Look, Mr. Paik.

We're not in America.

Guns are illegal in this country.

Even prisoners have a right to some sunlight and fresh air.

I can't even have that?

I carry a gun, even though it's illegal.

What?

Gun restrictions don't matter to an assassin.

Oh, Ms. Seo? Is it okay if I setup my office in here?

The previous resident was an elderly person,

so this used to be the caretaker's room.

This way I can crash here when we work late.

I'll be sleeping in here.

-What? -I'll be sleeping in this room.

You know, Mr. Paik, why not use the room across the hall?

That should be enough for security purposes.

Well, that does place one extra door that's in my way.

In an emergency, I'd need to get through both doors.

That's two extra seconds

and enough time for six bullets to be fired.

This room is the only reason I approved this location.

I'm sleeping in here.

I can't let you stay in a room with her, especially if it locks from the inside.

Okay. I'll let you figure this out. Excuse me.

Here's hoping you two can reach a fair agreement.

Ms. Seo, what do you think?

I'll sleep in here. That solve the problem?

The two of you can share the big bed.

Mr. Paik, I'd like to speak to you.

Give us the room, please.

Come on.

I appreciate your perfectionism when it comes to security,

but your job is to protect me so I can work.

I have more to do than just stay safe.

I always respect the opinions of my team.

And if you can't learn to coordinate with them,

we can't work together.

You think I was aiming for perfection?

I wish that were possible.

There's no such thing as perfection here.

To achieve that, I'd have to lock you in a room with no windows or doors.

And it still wouldn't be enough.

Someone could blow up the room.

Ms. Lim, she's waiting in the living room.

- Hello, Mother. - Am I interrupting?

No, it's okay.

Don't mind me, please keep working.

How'd you find such a perfect house?

Miji searched all over the city.

And luckily, this place opened up just at the right time.

What is he doing?

He cooks for her too?

The new head of security doesn't trust any of us.

He insisted that he personally cook for Ms. Seo,

using ingredients from a monastery he knows.

So he'll be cooking every meal for her, he stays within arm's reach at all times,

and even sleeps just a door away from her?

I want you to keep a close eye on those two. Something seems off.

Yes, ma'am.

Here's the bombing report from the NIS,

for your perusal.

I also have

a small favor to ask.

The NIS…

has been wiretapping my house.

Junik was suspected of spying.

They think that Junik was a spy? That's ridiculous.

Well, of course it is.

But there has to be a reason.

Search my house.

Cameras, microphones, look for anything.

Then find out who's been listening, who's involved in this,

and how it connects to my son's assassination.

I'm his mother, I need to know.

You're the only one I can trust.

Right now, we can't trust Munju either.

You understand what I'm saying?

Yes, ma'am.

Oh? What are you doing?

Does Ms. Seo always leave leftovers?

Ah… Mmm…

Well, she's never really been that big of an eater.

She hates food that requires extra work.

You know, like peeling shrimp or picking out fish bones.

I would guess that's why that's still there.

Extra work?

She leaves food on her plate because of that?

Oh… It's not like that, though.

Mmm… With the chicken in there whole… Well, with the skin and the shape,

it looks… kinda a little gross and weird

- and she usually doesn't like that stuff. - Gr…

How could food be gross?

Oh. That came out wrong, too.

In all honesty, Ms. Seo would not have my vote for President.

Unbelievable.

Just wasting food.

Christ.

THE NEW REPUBLICAN PARTY AND GOYANG SPECIAL CITY JOINT RALLY

Seo Munju! Seo Munju! Seo Munju!

I'll always remember that day.

When my husband, Assemblyman Jang, lay bleeding in my lap,

I could see it.

I could see the division between us.

And I could see the crisis surrounding the Korean Peninsula.

In that moment, I was given a mission.

Peace.

It comes at a price. It's something we have to fight for.

I will reunite us and resolve this crisis.

As President, I will bring our country peace.

Seo Munju!

Second floor, section 5 on the right side. Check the male in the aisle.

That floor has been checked and was given the all clear.

Focus on your assigned area.

Today, like that day,

I will not back down. And I won't in the days to come.

No matter the danger that lies ahead…

Give me all the intel you have. What am I looking for?

I've given you all the intel we have. Now, stay off comms.

This frequency isn't secure. I can't believe I have to tell you--

…Lend me your strength. And I promise that I will fight

with that strength. Thanks, everyone.

Seo Munju!

Check that your side's secure.

Man, you really killed it up there like always.

Listen to that crowd.

You already hit over 200,000 views.

You're going to be the next Blue House superstar.

It's that president lady!

Hello!

GOOD LUCK, SEO MUNJU PRESIDENT SEO MUNJU

Yay! We all love you, Seo Munju!

-Seo Munju for president! -Please keep that closed, ma'am.

I love you, President Seo!

Even for some kids?

Seo Munju for president!

Okay, bye-bye! See you!

Turn around.

What?

- I can't turn in this lane. - Turn around now!

What's going on?

- Keep moving. Don't stop the car! - Sir.

Gotta move.

-Where's Ms. Seo? -This way.

- Get to the exit quickly! - No pushing.

Up the stairs!

This way, this way!

Watch your step!

Here, hold your breath.

Keep moving!

Hurry!

DANGER

Turn your phone off now.

POWER OFF

RESTRICTED AREA AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ONLY

Breaking news, at around 3:50 p.m.,

a fire broke out at Samwol Station,

possibly due to a gas explosion at the construction site.

-That looks really bad. -We'll soon be connecting with the person

who sent us this video.

-Was anyone hurt? -For more details on what happened…

Hello, are you there?

- Yes, hi. - Thank you for sending…

SECURITY HEAD PAIK SANHO

Were you injured at all in the accident?

The number you have dialed is not in servi--

CANDIDATE SEO MUNJU

No, I'm fine.

The number you have dialed is not in service.

…the accident has been reported…

Changhee, thank god!

Where's Ms. Seo?

Mr. Paik, he moved her somewhere safe…

-Where's Ms. Seo? -…but I can't get in touch

with either of them.

Get the car, we're heading there now.

We have to send out all personnel and start the search.

If Mr. Paik interferes with the candidate's safety in any way,

you're authorized to take him out.

How did you know this would happen?

Well, back at the rally site,

I had a feeling.

Thank you so much.

I saw a man standing in the aisle,

and he seemed out of place.

I didn't know where that feeling was coming from

until I saw the kukri tattoo on his neck,

the symbol of the Nepalese Gurkhas.

The world's fiercest, most ruthless soldiers.

Report, confirming target.

What do you think they were doing there?

This is happening because of me.

Isn't it?

Keep pushing forward.

Stay strong.

We're only at the start, Munju.

The start of a war.

For safety reasons,

trains are currently running through without stopping.

Thank you for your understanding.

We've been waiting for hours. Where have you been, Ms. Seo?

I turned my phone off.

We were concerned I would be tracked.

Sorry I made you worry.

Why don't you take a seat here? Come.

If you were concerned about being tracked, why didn't you call me?

You're upset because you don't trust me.

I don't trust anyone either.

You're telling me that

you didn't call me because you don't trust me?

You didn't check the man at the rally site.

The one in the aisle.

Second floor, with a ponytail.

He was at the subway explosion.

Do you believe that he's responsible?

I was able to avoid the explosion because I saw him.

It's… It's, it's completely true.

All of the sudden he began yelling,

jerked the wheel and spun the car around like a maniac.

I thought he'd totally lost it. Then one second later, the gas exploded.

If we had kept going, we would've blown up too!

Nobody knows you were at the explosion, Ms. Seo.

I think it should stay that way, at least while we plan our next steps

based on the investigation.

Going forward…

I'll drive the car for Ms. Seo.

I told you to give me the intel.

She could've been killed today.

You did a great job, Mark!

That's why they call you the ace.

You need to tell me everything right now.

Who is the client?

And what am I dealing with?

We don't get to ask questions.

We just follow orders.

You've got me bugged.

You're listening in on my conversations.

And you're tracking me!

Yeah. Well, that was the deal, my friend.

You agreed to supply information on her.

Changhee, I didn't know you smoked.

I managed to quit for ten years.

Uh… Ms. Seo, I…

There's something off about Mr. Paik.

The report from the NIS on the bombing

says an American defense contractor called Coldrain was behind it.

The same company where Secretary of Defense Eagleton served as an adviser.

Yeah, I talked to the president a lot about you.

How we've got to work with you disruptors if we want to get things done.

And its CEO is cousins with the CEO of Valkyrie.

It's an honor, sir.

You take care now.

I'm positive that we can find a link between Mr. Paik and the attack.

You know

what I realized after the explosion?

The only people who knew our planned route

were the client

and you.

Mark.

This is a dream job for guys like us.

One more month and you can retire, man.

Tell your client they can take the money back.

I'm done.

Ms. Seo, I just keep thinking

that he didn't actually help you avoid the accident.

You got caught up in this because of this guy

and because trouble follows him everywhere.

And then this place too.

A little suspicious that the perfect spot shows up right when we need it.

According to the register, it's owned by a corporation called KCR.

I looked into it. Turns out, it's a shell company.

That morning, a text from the owner came to the agent

saying the house was going on the market but they hadn't spoken in years.

Miji talked to the agent right after.

This whole thing is very concerning.

Let's just both keep an eye on him.

I have reasons.

I'm being careful.

I need your help and your trust.

BEDROOM

SEPTEMBER 23RD

You know, things are really great right now with you and I.

I'm sure in ten or 20 years, when I look back on my life,

I'll probably say this was the happiest time.

That makes me sad.

Why?

What if, 10 years from now,

I get lost and can't find my way back to happiness?

He was a spy.

I killed the spy.

"I killed the spy," he said.

The truth is

in the months leading up to his death, your son was being watched by us

under suspicion of treason.

The thing is, I know who my husband is.

He may have been foolish at times.

But he wasn't a spy.

The truth around Junik's death will come out.

Yes?

Ah…

Sorry.

Even a sniper needs to get some sleep, right?

Did I wake you?

I sleep pretty light whenever I'm on duty.

What's wrong? Why are you up?

It was a dream, that's all.

Now that I'm awake, reality feels more like

a nightmare.

I hope I'm not the cause of all this.

Wanna go run?

Hey. About the house,

you had something to do with it, right?

Yeah, the house is owned by Catacomb.

It's optimized for security.

I told them what's going on,

and was assured they'd have it ready for you quickly.

I could tell there were things you hadn't told me.

That much I knew.

Then why did you hire me as your bodyguard?

Well, if someone's gonna kill me,

I would prefer to see the assassin come at me head on

instead of lurking in the dark.

So I'd know exactly who's after me and why they want me dead.

Repeatedly saving someone's life only to kill them later.

I'd make a pretty inefficient assassin.

That's true.

Let's get something clear.

You can keep saving my life,

but no matter how often you do,

I'll never trust you.

I won't let that bother me.

I'll just keep doing what I'm here for.

Let me ask you this.

If someone had actually taken a shot at me,

you would've taken the bullet for me.

Is that right?

That's what we're trained for, as bodyguards.

I suppose I won't be needing this necklace.

Since you're the one protecting me…

it should be around your neck instead.

I found these in Mr. Jang's bedroom, the study, and also the hallway.

I didn't find any others anywhere else.

The fact that they even planted these…

Does that mean that someone in my family was involved?

I found files from the bugs

on Prosecutor Junsang Jang's computer.

Junsang did this?

It's all my fault.

When he was growing up, I didn't give him enough affection.

He's not bad deep down, though.

Fortunately, there's no evidence that Junik was a spy for North Korea,

at least not yet.

You know,

something does worry me,

a thought I can't get rid of.

So Junik happens to write a will

stating that he plans to leave everything he owns to his wife.

Then, two weeks later,

he's assassinated.

Who would you suspect was the killer?

You're saying

Ms. Seo was the only beneficiary of the will?

No matter how much I want to trust her,

it just makes my blood boil.

A strong, intelligent man

who any woman would want to rely on…

Munju comes to life when…

when she's with that man.

She seems happy.

Though sometimes,

I want to look through her phone. The temptation's too great.

Ma'am, are you asking me to spy on Ms. Seo?

If you take care of this for me,

there'll be plenty of opportunities I can give you.

Give me your hand.

Nothing more valuable than a young professional who excels at his work.

Dear Lord,

please look after the soul of Father Yang.

And forgive even the smallest of his sins,

and be with him, always.

And Lord, please bestow your mercy

upon Seo Munju and forgive her sins as well.

Amen.

This lady…

just doesn't seem to realize…

the unforgivable sin of wasting good food.

PARK CHANGHEE

Yes, Mr. Park.

I found it.

Found what?

Assemblyman Jang's secret phone.

I got a message about an overdue phone bill, so I checked.

Turns out, there was another phone registered under my name.

MY PHONE INFO

I knew right away,

it had to be Mr. Jang who'd set it up that way.

But, sir, may I ask you what this is about?

A squirrel is following us.

Then I remembered seeing him use a phone I didn't recognize.

I tracked its location and it seemed to be in his car.

We can access the encrypted emails with this, can't we?

I'll try. I have to unlock the phone first.

Can you do that?

I know some of the combinations Mr. Jang used,

so if I run those through an algorithm-based program,

I should be able to crack it by noon.

Yes.

RESETTING THIS PC

Hmm?

What the…

Did he unlock that phone already?

The person you have dialed is not in service.

Hmm?

Hmm?

How recently did Changhee leave?

More than 30 minutes ago, I think.

LET'S GET A FEW BASIC THINGS OUT OF THE WAY

He formatted the drive before he left.

The person you have dialed is not in service…

Shit.

What happened?

Changhee, are you okay?

No! No!

Changhee!

Changhee.

Changhee, you'll be okay.

Ma'am, I'm sorry. This is as far as you can go.

- Ms. Seo… - Oh, Changhee.

Ms. Seo…

I think that Assemblyman Jang

might actually have been a spy.

I should've just gone after the truck.

Oh, that's right. I found this near the accident.

Is this Mr. Jang's secret phone?

WELCOME!

Looks like he reset the phone too.

What was my husband hiding?

I don't know, but what did Changhee say to you earlier?

14-4 HYORIMRO 7-GIL

FRONT DOOR PASSCODE 0814

I'M MOVING OUT TOMORROW, SO YOU SHOULD COME TODAY

Do you really need to go in there?

Ms. Seo.

I can open it.

Mom.

Someone is in our house.