Original subtitles

Sir, are you all right?

Take him inside and bring a doctor!

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

What happened? Is she dead?

She's gone.

She's a tough bitch.

Roll the body in a sack and take it away!

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

Hurry. Bring this woman inside!

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

My baby.

My baby!

Choi Kang-chi

isn't human.

Half of his blood is from a mystical creature

and the other half is from a human woman.

He's literally half-man, half-beast.

No!

He's not a monster.

My baby isn't a monster.

He isn't a monster.

My baby!

What do you think, Lady Miyamoto?

Is this monster the one you've been looking for?

Is he the one

you've been looking for?

Tell me the truth!

She said that Lady Cheong-jo might get arrested

for hiding the thief.

Is that how Wol-seon blackmailed you?

She said I should listen to her if I wanted Lady Cheong-jo to live.

She said there wouldn't be any problem if I just brought Kang-chi.

That's why...

So he was set up and got taken away?

Yes. Madam Cheon just sent us an urgent message.

Madam Cheon and Young Master Tae-seo are currently looking into it.

Your father said you should take action

only after we find out what's going on.

The fact that Kang-chi can't get back on his own

means that something terrible is happening.

Maybe he's badly hurt.

He can recover quickly, and he can't even die.

But he can still feel pain!

When he's wounded, he can feel the pain.

If he's stabbed, he bleeds. If he's beaten up, he gets bruised.

He can't die, but he feels pain just like we do!

So don't stop me.

You can't stop me.

No.

Block my way again,

and you will have to fight me.

Just a second, Yeo-ul. I have something to tell you.

I'm sorry. I don't think I have time to talk right now.

See you.

It's about Kang-chi's mother.

I heard that she might still be alive.

So, what do you want us to do now?

Do what?

He's not even a human being.

What do you want with him?

All I want is

the map we lost.

Really?

So you're saying you don't care what I do to him?

Are you saying that all you want is the map,

and you don't care if I hurt him or kill him?

You sure are talkative, Bi-jo.

That boy is not even a human being.

I don't care how you hurt him.

If you want to kick him or beat him,

that is none of my business.

What I need right now is just the map. Do you understand?

So bring me the map.

It's Kang-chi. Choi Kang-chi.

I was left on a river when I was born.

Kang means "river," and chi means "found."

So I'm Choi Kang-chi.

Goodness.

You look hideous.

You've somehow hidden this appearance all this time.

What

did you do to me?

I made you drink Chihon wine.

It makes you delirious,

burns the insides of your body,

and kills you slowly and painfully.

Now, will you start talking about the map you stole?

Where is it?

Does Dam Pyeong-jun have it?

Or Commander Yi already have it?

Are you sure he drank five cups of Chihon wine?

How can he still move so much?

No wonder he was abandoned as a baby.

It's because he's an abomination and a monster.

That's why she was so cold-hearted

toward her own son, even after 20 years have passed.

What do you mean?

What are you saying?

Yoon Seo-hwa,

your mother.

What do you mean?

Who is my mother?

You shouldn't ask who she is.

You should ask, "Is she really my mother?"

I also want to know

if that woman really is your mother.

Don't try so hard.

The more you try to fight it,

the more you will suffer.

You will feel even more pain.

So if you want to live a bit longer,

you should stay still.

It's the Yonghyeol herb.

If he doesn't take it within 24 hours of drinking Chihon wine,

he will experience horrible pain

for the rest of his life, even if he's not human.

His life might be in danger.

Are you saying this is the antidote?

No matter what,

you need to give this antidote to Kang-chi before sunset.

CENTURY HOUSE

What happened?

Did you check the area around the stables?

No. There were guards all around it. We couldn't even go near it.

Then, Kang-chi is probably there.

I know he's there for sure.

Steward Choi, go to the kitchen and tell them to make some rice balls.

I'll do it.

Steward Choi.

I am his father. I should do it.

I should.

My lady,

are you awake?

My lady, what are you doing?

I need to go somewhere.

You need your father's permission first.

You can't go.

Have you never liked anyone?

My brain is only filled with thoughts of him.

When he smiles, I smile.

When he cries, I cry.

I am satisfied just by being next to him.

I feel at ease.

That kind of person. Have you never had anyone like that?

My lady.

Kang-chi is that kind of person to me.

Is she awake?

Pardon?

Oh, yes.

May I see her for a minute?

What's wrong?

Pardon?

What are you talking about?

What happened? Where is she?

Well...

Yeoju!

Instructor Gon.

Have you never liked anyone

in your life?

-Where? -There.

This way!

Oh, there he is.

Here.

I choose this one!

No. That's wrong. It's that one.

I'm doing well here. I say it's this one.

Who are you?

Don't you remember?

I was with Choi Kang-chi at the tavern.

Oh, goodness!

You're a friend of my friend, Choi Kang-chi!

What brings you here?

I have a favor to ask you.

I don't ever do favors for free.

What do want from me?

Would you like to rob the Century House with me?

The Century House? To steal what?

-Choi Kang-chi. -Choi Kang-chi?

Yes. Choi Kang-chi.

What is it?

I brought some food.

Who sent you?

Tell him Lady Miyamoto sent you.

Lady Miyamoto wanted to give you each

a rice ball with meat to show gratitude.

I brought one for that guy as well.

I can give him one, right?

His hands are bound.

He probably can't feed himself.

Father.

Go ahead and take a bite.

I'm...

in so much pain.

It hurts so much.

It's killing me.

So go ahead

and take a bite.

Here.

Go ahead.

Hurry.

What are you doing?

Step back!

Father!

If you want to eat it, eat it with your mouth.

Fox cubs eat with their mouths, not with their paws.

Take him away!

Kang-chi, take at least one bite if you want to live.

-Okay? Eat it! -Father!

-Father! -You must eat it.

Father!

Did you feed him the antidote?

I was kicked out before I could see him eat it.

I handed it to him at least.

He needs to eat it,

so we can plan his escape.

What did you just say?

We should tie him up and place him in the middle of the village,

so that everyone can see he's a gumiho.

After we make the crowd stone him to death,

I'm planning on

asking the authorities to punish Commander Yi for looking after him.

He's a commander after all.

Do you think he would get dismissed that easily?

I won't be alone.

I have the chief state councilor, Lord A-gye, on my side.

So our plead will certainly be heard.

I see.

If you have the time, come to the village and take a look.

Watching a gumiho's son get stoned to death

isn't something you experience every day.

Am I right?

Right.

Pil-mok.

Yes, my lady.

I think

I should kill him.

Not yet.

We still need his power.

How long do I have to put up with him?

Please calm down.

You pledged your loyalty to the Miyamoto family.

Don't let your emotions get in the way of your business.

MIYAMOTO

Let's see how long

she can hide it.

Hey, Bong-chul is here.

-Hey! -Come out!

What's going on?

Long time no see, sir.

-You are... -Ma Bong-chul at your service!

I haven't seen you since we met in the woods.

You're alive.

The poor and the powerless need to be tough at least.

Am I right?

What's with the commotion?

I'm here to receive the late payment.

Late payment?

You should pay me if you gave me a job to do.

Things went south, and it got violent at the end as well.

So you need to consider that when you pay me the right amount.

-What? -Boys, what should we do?

It looks like he's not taking anything out of his pocket.

Lie flat on the ground until he pays me!

-Yes, sir! -Yes, sir!

Let's lie down.

Except you three, follow me.

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

Yeo-ul!

Stand up!

We're rebels, and we're very good at rebelling.

You...

-Oh, goodness! -Oh, no!

Who told you to get up? Stay down!

We're used to being threatened.

If it doesn't work out, we just keep going until it does!

Do it!

-Okay, sir. -Yes, sir.

-Lie down. -Gosh.

How dare you? Stop!

My friend.

Oh, boy.

I am so sorry.

You tried to fool me with cheap tricks?

Let Choi Kang-chi go.

Why keep an innocent person in chains

and inflict such pain on him?

He's not a person. He's a monster.

I'm treating a monster like how it should be treated.

I think you're the monster here.

Yeo-ul!

Tie her up!

-Yes, sir. -Yes, sir.

Yeo-ul!

What?

They're going to tie him up and take him to the village?

Yes.

Things are so messy right now.

If they're trying to use Kang-chi

to threaten Commander Yi,

we have to prevent it, no matter what.

Did you see that?

This is the real Choi Kang-chi.

Oh, goodness! Kang-chi!

Kang-chi.

What are you doing?

Tie him up and take him to the village,

so that the people passing by can stone him.

-Yes, sir. -No!

Sir.

Please spare him.

-Father. -Please have mercy.

The late Master Park took him in,

and I raised him as my own son.

Please don't let him get stoned to death.

I'll do anything.

Please.

Spare my son!

This is ridiculous.

Get him out of my sight.

Yes, sir.

Oh, Kang-chi!

-Father! -Kang-chi!

-Father! -Kang-chi!

Father! Stop it!

Stop it! Father!

Kang-chi.

Father!

-Kang-chi. -Father!

-No! -Father!

-Kang-chi! -Stop!

Father!

Kang-chi.

Stop.

I said stop, you bastards!

You must have an actual death wish.

If you drank the Chihon wine,

your body will soon break down and you'll die.

Don't worry.

I have plenty of time to kill you before I die.

This is why

you abandoned him as a baby on the river.

Kang-chi!

Kang-chi!

Kang-chi!

How strange that you've appeared dressed like that.

I almost mistook you for someone I knew again.

We're late.

Hurry, tie the monster up and take him to the village.

-Yes, sir. -No! Kang-chi!

-No! -No!

-No! -No!

-No! -No!

That's enough! Stop!

You won.

What do you mean?

I am Yoon Seo-hwa whom you killed 20 years ago.

What will you do now that you know my true identity?

What will you do, Bi-jo?

Should we get rid of Cho Gwan-ung now?

Cho Gwan-ung's death won't stop this fight.

Plus,

we need the list of military leaders across the Southern province

who were bought by the Japanese.

But Cho Gwan-ung is doing more heinous acts, sir.

Everything has its proper timing.

Wouldn't you say that those who know the perfect timing

have the chance at victory?

So, tell me, Master Dam,

what is bothering you?

What do you want to be done in such a hurry?

Actually, So-jeong came to see me the other day.

We need to stop Wol-ryeong.

Once he completely loses all of his memories,

he will start the slaughter of mankind.

Then what should I do?

There's nothing you can do.

There is only one person in the world who can stop Wol-ryeong.

By any chance, do you mean Kang-chi?

That's right.

The only one who is capable of killing Wol-ryeong, who is now an evil spirit,

is Kang-chi.

Wol-ryeong.

Wol-ryeong.

Wol-ryeong.

He may be an evil spirit,

but he's still his father.

To be forced to kill his own father...

For Kang-chi,

that is too cruel.

You said you found him as an abandoned baby floating on the river?

Yes, my lady.

And you have raised him?

I just fed him, clothed him, and let him stay with me.

The one that played the actual role of a father

was the late Master Park Mu-sol.

I see.

Ever since he was young,

he was so clever.

When it comes to loyalty, there's no one more loyal than him.

He respects the elderly,

and he's very kind to the weak.

He's the best son one could ever ask for.

Please don't tell him about me.

Just pretend you don't know.

But...

That's okay.

Please.

All right.

MIYAMOTO

My lady, what brings you here?

Do you remember

that I said I wanted you to become my son?

Yes, I do.

Then can you let go of your past

and pledge your loyalty to the Miyamotos?

What do you mean?

I know that you're still affiliated with the training center.

I'm also aware that you're informing the headquarters about us.

Stop doing meaningless tasks for them and become a son of the Miyamotos.

Replace Cho Gwan-ung and continue his work.

Are you telling me to become a traitor?

A traitor?

That's the wrong choice of word.

What did this country ever do for you?

Did it help your father clear his name when he was framed?

Did it prevent your sister from being sold to a courtesan house?

When you lost your family and reputation and you were at your lowest point,

what did this country do for you?

-My lady. -Joseon is riddled

with powerful scum like Cho Gwan-ung.

What hope does it have?

Enough with the nonsense and take back the Century House.

Take your sister back.

And become the son of the Miyamotos.

Only then, will I kill Cho Gwan-ung.

Look here!

What kind of trick are you trying to pull?

What do you mean?

That bitch, Yoon Seo-hwa.

The lady is the leader of--

That bitch, Yoon Seo-hwa!

That bitch has been trying to stab me in the back,

dressed as the leader of the Miyamoto Merchants.

That is truly absurd.

It's a misunderstanding.

Our organization only seeks to serve the Imperial Regent.

And there is no other purpose.

Silence!

I think I'm done working with the Miyamotos.

-Sir! -What?

Do you think I can't do it?

Do you think I can't kill that bitch twice?

I will do everything I can

to keep the Miyamoto Merchants away from this country.

Give us a little time.

I'm not that patient.

So choose.

Me or Yoon Seo-hwa?

Please take that back!

Cho Gwan-ung or Yoon Seo-hwa?

No wonder he was abandoned as a baby.

It's because he's an abomination and a monster.

That boy is not even a human being.

I don't care how you hurt him.

If you want to kick him or beat him,

that is none of my business.

Please don't tell him about me.

Just pretend you don't know.

You're awake.

Oh, yes.

I was being a nuisance again.

Are you leaving?

Yes. Well...

Then take care.

Thank you.

Take care.

Excuse me.

So...

Well...

I'm just really curious.

Did you really

hate me that much?

Was I really so awful

that you had to abandon me

as soon as I was born?

I just

wanted to ask you

at least once.

Never mind.

It's okay.

Take care.

What are you doing?

I want to put an end to our little feud.

What?

Now that Master Cho is looking after me,

are you sucking up to me?

It's a gift.

Please accept it.

Did you really think you could win my heart with this?

Anyhow, you're quite good at sucking up to people.

I'll let you go this time.

So from now on, you better not cross me ever again.

-Do you understand me? -You should not cross me

ever again, you wench.

What?

Cheong-jo, you little...

What did you put in the wine?

You drank Chihon wine.

Don't worry.

You'll get the antidote tomorrow evening.

Until then,

suffer as much as Kang-chi did.

You'll experience the exact same pain.

-Cheong-jo, you little bitch! -Don't you ever

try to use me to do something wicked.

If you try to do that again,

it won't just be Chihon wine.

I will pour poison down your throat.

Do you understand, Wol-seon?

You better watch me closely.

No one can threaten me.

I will make sure that no one can touch me.

So you should get your act together.

Don't disappoint me ever again.

My lady.

Cheong-jo, you bitch!

Hey!

Wake up!

Bong-chul!

What is it, Mother?

It's not your mother. It's me!

Where am I?

The storage room.

Try to untie me.

Gosh, these bastards.

It's so tight!

-Kang-chi! -My friend!

I thought you were going to die, my friend.

I'm not crying because I'm still alive.

I'm crying because I'm so happy you're alive.

Okay?

How do you feel? Are you okay?

Thanks to the antidote my father gave me,

I feel a lot better.

You still don't look well.

You still look sick.

What is it, Kang-chi?

Did something happen?

No.

Nothing happened.

I just...

I just...

Hey, Kang-chi.

Those two...

Oh, Kang-chi!

Seong, it's late. What were you doing?

I was waiting for you with Instructor Gon.

Is that so?

Did you worry about me as well?

Why would I worry about you?

You were so worried.

You were worried all day long.

Before the young master told us that you two are safe,

he couldn't even sit still.

He almost broke into the Century House.

Watch it!

Are you all right, my lady?

Yes, I'm all right.

Oh, right. What about Father?

Does he know that I sneaked out again?

He's at the Left Naval Headquarters.

That's good to hear.

Have you had dinner?

Not yet.

We're about to starve to death.

Same here. We didn't eat anything while waiting for you.

Okay, then. Let these two poor souls eat

before they starve to death.

-Yes! -Yes!

Let's go inside.

Let's go.

Here you go. I made this stew with fermented beans.

What? Beans again?

That looks delicious. Thank you, sir!

You didn't put your specialty herbs in here, did you?

I was studying the fermentation process

as I was making this stew.

What?

Anyway, you're the best at experimenting with herbs in this country.

Try some of the braised beans.

This is so good.

This is good. This is good, too.

They're all beans.

Can you feed me? I know you find me adorable.

It's so good!

You're not that adorable.

Here.

Go ahead and eat.

Here.

Have some spinach.

Have another one.

Thanks.

It's so good!

I love this stew!

Is the stew so good that it makes you cry?

I know, right?

It is.

There's plenty more.

I'll make you as much as you want.

Sure.

Thank you for the food, sir.

Excuse me.

I brought a little drink.

Oh, goodness! Welcome!

Have a seat!

Oh, you didn't have to bring this.

Here, have a drink.

I don't drink.

Oh, well. Here.

Okay.

You thought I was going to give it to her.

Gosh, you're acting so weird tonight.

What has gotten into you?

Is it because you're still upset about getting beaten up today?

My friend, Kang-chi, he...

He likes men!

What?

Don't tell anyone.

I'll sew your lips together if you do.

The world is full of women! Why does he like men?

Madam! One more bottle!

-Yes, sir. -Thanks.

WOOD

Kang-chi, have you heard?

More bodies were found in the forest.

Starting from the farmers in the mountains,

they're getting closer to the village.

Did you know?

TRAINING CENTER

You're so agile! Very impressive!

How did you do that?

You won't get it even if I explained.

Let me rephrase it.

How can I be stronger?

What do you mean?

I think I need to become stronger.

There are

more and more things I want to protect.

There is only one person in the world

who can stop Wol-ryeong.

To be stronger means

you will have more things to deal with.

Like what?

For example...

Well...

The responsibility to kill my own father?

Something like that?

You knew about it?

Yes.

Are you okay?

Even if I weren't, I don't have a choice.

I'm the only one who can do it.

Isn't that right?

Follow me.

Have you decided?

If I accept it,

what will I get?

The Century House and your sister.

Also, the endless support of the Miyamoto Merchants.

Then, what is it that I need to do for the Miyamotos?

First, go to the Left Naval Headquarters and get our map back.

Is that my task for now?

Yes, for now.

Then,

when will Cho Gwan-ung die?

He will die

tonight.

Who's there?

Who's out there?

Hey!

Is no one outside?

Hey!

Is no one outside?

No one?

Who's there?

Were you sent by Yoon Seo-hwa?

Sir.

Sir.

Who is it?

Who called for me here?

CENTURY HOUSE

Welcome.

You wanted to see me?

Hello. My name is Dam Yeo-ul.

You're the daughter of Master Dam Pyeong-jun, right?

Yes, I am.

What brings you here at this hour?

I have something to tell you about Kang-chi.

TRAINING CENTER

MIND AND BODY UNITE AS ONE

What do you mean?

Take off that bracelet.

Take it off and fight me, Kang-chi.

Master.

-Seo-hwa? -Right. Yoon Seo-hwa.

She made you like this.

She is your enemy.

Defeat me.

If you can't defeat me,

you will never be able to defeat your father.

Can I really become stronger?

Can I really handle what's to come?

Don't make any mistakes.

I think she's in trouble now.

What about me?

Do you only see the people you have to kill?

Do you not see me?

What kind of a mother is that?

How can a mother be like that?

She disappeared from my life. And I erased her from my life.

So never mention her again, Yeo-ul.

I beg you.

Subtitle translation by Jin-young Song