1 00:00:10,383 --> 00:00:14,279 Episode 10 2 00:00:18,071 --> 00:00:21,657 A treacherous criminal is waiting for your punishing blade. 3 00:00:24,277 --> 00:00:26,148 Who is it? 4 00:00:28,630 --> 00:00:31,266 We shall announce it when the time comes. 5 00:00:32,385 --> 00:00:35,071 Until further instructions, you shall await on high alert. 6 00:00:35,191 --> 00:00:36,128 Yes. 7 00:00:50,907 --> 00:00:53,839 Do you have any idea who it might be? 8 00:00:54,147 --> 00:00:55,754 It escapes me. 9 00:00:55,874 --> 00:00:58,419 There were rumors someone tried to assassinate His Majesty. 10 00:00:58,539 --> 00:01:00,158 Couldn't it be him? 11 00:01:00,278 --> 00:01:02,826 Doesn't all this feel strange? 12 00:01:03,307 --> 00:01:07,746 If we are to be deployed, the Wesaja would have known. 13 00:01:09,771 --> 00:01:12,466 It's strange he didn't say a word. 14 00:01:14,065 --> 00:01:16,853 He must have his reasons. 15 00:01:17,577 --> 00:01:21,705 Eh… let's just stop with this, and have some rest. 16 00:01:30,200 --> 00:01:32,314 You shouldn't worry too much. 17 00:01:32,434 --> 00:01:35,856 Why would His Majesty try to distance himself? 18 00:01:37,508 --> 00:01:40,106 It probably would be wise not to act too precipitously, 19 00:01:40,226 --> 00:01:43,695 and just wait for His Majesty's call. 20 00:01:45,065 --> 00:01:49,116 Until I ascertain His Majesty's conditions, I shan't feel at ease. 21 00:01:51,186 --> 00:01:53,564 I shall head back to the palace, and seek audience again. 22 00:01:53,684 --> 00:01:56,526 Then, I will follow you. 23 00:02:02,745 --> 00:02:04,594 I bid you welcome. 24 00:02:04,714 --> 00:02:06,442 I come to seek audience with His Majesty. 25 00:02:06,562 --> 00:02:08,886 Announce my presence once again. 26 00:02:09,006 --> 00:02:12,079 I was just about to send people out to summon Your Excellency. 27 00:02:12,199 --> 00:02:14,631 His Majesty is looking for you. 28 00:02:18,133 --> 00:02:20,071 You may wait here. 29 00:02:20,191 --> 00:02:21,193 Yes. 30 00:02:41,218 --> 00:02:42,605 Your Majesty. 31 00:02:42,725 --> 00:02:44,815 Ohh… here you are. 32 00:02:44,935 --> 00:02:46,731 How are you feeling? 33 00:02:46,851 --> 00:02:48,888 Are you truly free from any impairment? 34 00:02:49,008 --> 00:02:51,046 I am fine. 35 00:02:51,166 --> 00:02:54,877 Ever since I heard you were attacked by assassins, 36 00:02:54,997 --> 00:02:57,253 you don't know how solicitous I felt. 37 00:02:57,373 --> 00:02:59,345 Seeing Your Majesty in such fine fettle, 38 00:02:59,465 --> 00:03:02,494 it finally palliates the anguish which was engulfing me. 39 00:03:03,308 --> 00:03:06,695 Who is responsible for this affront? 40 00:03:06,815 --> 00:03:09,360 Is it Goguryeo's King Yuri? 41 00:03:09,480 --> 00:03:10,967 It is not. 42 00:03:11,319 --> 00:03:12,596 Then… 43 00:03:12,716 --> 00:03:14,490 who shall we blame? 44 00:03:18,319 --> 00:03:23,890 {\a6}*Microstate in current Hamgyeong Province (DPRK); surrendered to King Daemushin on 26 AD 45 00:03:18,319 --> 00:03:23,890 It was the commander-in-chief of our campaign in Guda*, Mobaek. 46 00:03:26,047 --> 00:03:29,044 Are you positive it was Mobaek? 47 00:03:29,418 --> 00:03:33,911 We interrogated the assassin, and educed a confession out of him. 48 00:03:35,715 --> 00:03:37,081 Your Majesty. 49 00:03:37,201 --> 00:03:39,680 I shall condemn the people responsible for this. 50 00:03:40,142 --> 00:03:41,287 No. 51 00:03:41,926 --> 00:03:45,625 {\a6}*Besides the Royal Guard, Left/Right Guard made up the rest of the army 52 00:03:41,926 --> 00:03:45,625 I shall send the Commander of the Left Guard* to deal with them, 53 00:03:45,745 --> 00:03:49,903 so you shall remain in the capital to protect me. 54 00:03:50,023 --> 00:03:55,488 Instead, your private guards shall join the expedition. 55 00:03:55,608 --> 00:03:57,351 I shall obey your command, Sire. 56 00:03:57,471 --> 00:04:00,852 I will immediately summon my subordinates. 57 00:04:09,918 --> 00:04:13,331 His Excellency the Chief Retainer ordered us to treat you bounteously. 58 00:04:13,451 --> 00:04:16,083 Should you need any further assistance, please alert me. 59 00:04:24,807 --> 00:04:26,943 Are you just going to stare at it? 60 00:04:27,063 --> 00:04:29,493 Fine, let's have some. 61 00:04:38,395 --> 00:04:39,695 What's wrong? 62 00:04:43,261 --> 00:04:46,520 I'll confer with the Wesaja for a moment. 63 00:04:54,793 --> 00:04:56,665 I need to leave for a moment. 64 00:04:56,785 --> 00:04:58,294 I cannot allow it. 65 00:04:58,414 --> 00:05:01,975 We received the Chief Retainer's explicit orders not to let anyone out. 66 00:05:08,625 --> 00:05:13,635 Summon all the guards, and order them to join the expedition. 67 00:05:13,755 --> 00:05:15,562 Yes, Your Excellency. 68 00:05:25,444 --> 00:05:26,721 How did it go? 69 00:05:26,841 --> 00:05:30,141 The Wesaja's private guards have left the capital. 70 00:05:31,058 --> 00:05:33,708 - Let's move to the training camp. - Yes. 71 00:05:40,181 --> 00:05:42,460 Prepare for deployment! 72 00:05:42,580 --> 00:05:46,046 Tell us, who is the traitor? 73 00:05:48,097 --> 00:05:50,154 It's Tak Rok. 74 00:05:53,583 --> 00:05:56,335 His private guards are already out of the capital, 75 00:05:56,455 --> 00:05:58,956 and only a handful of men remain at this residence. 76 00:05:59,076 --> 00:06:03,065 You shall head to his residence immediately, and execute everyone. 77 00:06:04,351 --> 00:06:09,151 Did the Wesaja really attempt assassination? 78 00:06:09,271 --> 00:06:11,067 Indeed he did. 79 00:06:11,187 --> 00:06:13,528 I can't believe it. 80 00:06:14,034 --> 00:06:15,201 It's impossible! 81 00:06:15,321 --> 00:06:17,403 - Chief! - Yes. 82 00:06:17,523 --> 00:06:20,460 When did the Black Shadows start showing dubiety for His Majesty's word? 83 00:06:20,580 --> 00:06:22,261 If it's His Majesty's wish, 84 00:06:22,262 --> 00:06:25,061 even slaying one's flesh and blood shall be a Black Shadow's command! 85 00:06:25,181 --> 00:06:26,537 My apologies. 86 00:06:28,078 --> 00:06:30,831 Will you defy His Majesty's orders? 87 00:06:33,517 --> 00:06:36,314 Allow me audience with His Majesty. 88 00:06:36,688 --> 00:06:41,125 I shall meet him first hand, and attest His Majesty's wish. 89 00:06:42,600 --> 00:06:46,501 Until I verify the truth, we shan't move a finger. 90 00:06:55,965 --> 00:06:57,411 Fine. 91 00:06:59,459 --> 00:07:00,604 Follow me. 92 00:07:13,969 --> 00:07:15,812 What is the matter? 93 00:07:15,932 --> 00:07:20,369 There is something I need to verify, Your Majesty. 94 00:07:22,813 --> 00:07:27,444 Did the Wesaja really attempt to take your life? 95 00:07:29,250 --> 00:07:30,835 He did. 96 00:07:31,716 --> 00:07:33,863 That's impossible! 97 00:07:34,325 --> 00:07:39,830 Everyone in Buyeo knows His Excellency's staunch fealty for you. 98 00:07:39,950 --> 00:07:43,695 This is a conspiracy. 99 00:07:46,733 --> 00:07:48,561 Chief Retainer. 100 00:07:57,111 --> 00:08:01,999 These are used by the Black Shadows. 101 00:08:02,119 --> 00:08:05,851 The assassin confessed it was the Wesaja who handed him those needles, 102 00:08:05,971 --> 00:08:08,348 and ordered him to slay me. 103 00:08:10,783 --> 00:08:14,692 I couldn't believe it myself, so I doubted every step I took. 104 00:08:15,837 --> 00:08:20,549 But there is a clear piece of evidence nobody will dispute. 105 00:08:20,669 --> 00:08:25,692 We found the Wesaja's written orders on the assassin's body. 106 00:08:25,812 --> 00:08:29,170 It was without the shadow of a doubt the Wesaja's handwriting. 107 00:08:32,892 --> 00:08:35,242 Will you trust my words now? 108 00:08:51,326 --> 00:08:55,221 Go, and slay Tak Rok. 109 00:08:59,316 --> 00:09:05,582 I know Tak Rok thinks of you like his own flesh and blood. 110 00:09:07,342 --> 00:09:10,909 But Tak Rok is guilty of treason. 111 00:09:11,029 --> 00:09:17,294 Slay that treacherous subject, and prove your fealty for me! 112 00:09:24,361 --> 00:09:27,664 Muhyul, what are we going to do? 113 00:09:27,784 --> 00:09:29,425 What do you think? 114 00:09:29,545 --> 00:09:32,353 All we can do is follow our orders. 115 00:09:32,473 --> 00:09:35,545 Right, there's no need to complicate things. 116 00:09:35,665 --> 00:09:37,990 We can just follow our orders. 117 00:09:38,110 --> 00:09:42,269 The Wesaja and Lady Yeon saved our lives. 118 00:09:42,389 --> 00:09:45,219 How can we just kill them? 119 00:09:46,012 --> 00:09:48,638 Do you agree with him? 120 00:09:52,432 --> 00:09:55,075 We can just follow orders. 121 00:09:56,682 --> 00:09:57,871 Muhyul! 122 00:10:05,318 --> 00:10:06,661 What's wrong with you? 123 00:10:06,781 --> 00:10:09,237 Are you really going to kill the Wesaja? 124 00:10:10,052 --> 00:10:14,287 If that is what King Daeso wishes, then there's nothing we can do. 125 00:10:15,652 --> 00:10:18,844 If we don't obey those orders, someone else will, 126 00:10:18,964 --> 00:10:23,881 and we shall be condemned for defying His Majesty's orders. 127 00:10:24,214 --> 00:10:28,574 And Milady… Are you going to kill Lady Yeon as well? 128 00:10:31,238 --> 00:10:32,641 What's wrong with you? 129 00:10:32,761 --> 00:10:36,269 Why did you change so much? 130 00:10:37,067 --> 00:10:39,070 We shall be the ones going… 131 00:10:40,435 --> 00:10:42,535 if Milady is to survive. 132 00:10:47,082 --> 00:10:49,687 You just follow what I tell you. 133 00:10:50,495 --> 00:10:55,188 That's the only way to save her. 134 00:11:22,325 --> 00:11:24,153 I shall go. 135 00:11:42,698 --> 00:11:44,952 Wesajanim! 136 00:11:45,847 --> 00:11:48,169 Didn't you return to the training camp? 137 00:11:48,289 --> 00:11:50,942 I need to speak with you. 138 00:11:51,339 --> 00:11:53,695 Did anything happen at the training camp? 139 00:11:53,815 --> 00:11:57,558 His Majesty and Chief Retainer, to condemn a traitor, 140 00:11:57,678 --> 00:12:03,132 called Chief Yeon, Dojin, Muhyul, Maro and Maenggwang to the capital. 141 00:12:05,664 --> 00:12:08,240 You must be mistaken. 142 00:12:08,360 --> 00:12:11,451 I met His Majesty, but he didn't mention it even once. 143 00:12:11,571 --> 00:12:13,917 If he's sending Black Shadows to punish a traitor, 144 00:12:14,037 --> 00:12:15,855 why wouldn't I be notified? 145 00:12:15,975 --> 00:12:18,629 The man His Majesty and the Chief Retainer believe to be the culprit… 146 00:12:18,749 --> 00:12:21,508 is none other than Your Excellency! 147 00:12:21,873 --> 00:12:24,801 Sending your private guards outside the capital was… 148 00:12:24,921 --> 00:12:27,840 part of this carefully planned conspiracy. 149 00:12:37,014 --> 00:12:39,115 You take care of Yeon. 150 00:12:53,495 --> 00:12:55,389 Were you looking for me? 151 00:12:56,468 --> 00:13:00,056 Oh… you're here. 152 00:13:01,620 --> 00:13:04,693 You look distressed. Is anything wrong? 153 00:13:04,813 --> 00:13:06,811 Oh… it's nothing. 154 00:13:07,292 --> 00:13:08,657 Ahh… Yeon. 155 00:13:08,777 --> 00:13:09,934 Yes? 156 00:13:10,418 --> 00:13:13,170 You need to do something for me. 157 00:13:13,290 --> 00:13:15,005 You can tell me. 158 00:13:15,467 --> 00:13:19,629 {\a6}*Strategical defense point in Liaodong near current Taizi River 159 00:13:15,467 --> 00:13:19,629 Head to Baekam*, and meet the Lord of the Fortress. 160 00:13:19,749 --> 00:13:23,450 Give him this for me. 161 00:13:23,812 --> 00:13:27,119 It's a matter of utmost urgency, so leave now. 162 00:13:27,669 --> 00:13:29,519 What is it about? 163 00:13:29,639 --> 00:13:33,548 Just don't ask, and heed my words. 164 00:13:34,891 --> 00:13:36,366 I will. 165 00:13:37,115 --> 00:13:39,020 Are you out there? 166 00:13:42,322 --> 00:13:43,555 Yes? 167 00:13:44,084 --> 00:13:47,807 It will be an asperous trip, so take good care of Yeon. 168 00:13:47,927 --> 00:13:48,974 Yes. 169 00:13:52,519 --> 00:13:54,104 Leave now. 170 00:13:54,224 --> 00:13:58,396 Then, I'll head for the training camp when I leave Baekam Fortress. 171 00:13:58,749 --> 00:13:59,960 Fine. 172 00:14:01,721 --> 00:14:03,042 Yeon! 173 00:14:09,716 --> 00:14:11,257 Be careful. 174 00:14:13,437 --> 00:14:14,578 Yes, Father. 175 00:15:44,446 --> 00:15:45,921 We must find Lady Yeon. 176 00:15:52,259 --> 00:15:53,580 Here you are. 177 00:15:55,342 --> 00:15:59,759 I need a few last words with Dojin, so leave us alone. 178 00:16:03,767 --> 00:16:05,242 Please, leave us. 179 00:16:21,713 --> 00:16:22,902 Dojin. 180 00:16:28,340 --> 00:16:29,586 Wesajanim. 181 00:16:32,823 --> 00:16:37,284 I know very well what you're feeling. 182 00:16:38,871 --> 00:16:45,036 But I have already lost His Majesty's graces, 183 00:16:45,156 --> 00:16:48,052 so obey his orders. 184 00:16:53,663 --> 00:16:59,374 I resent leaving this world without being able to exculpate you. 185 00:17:00,695 --> 00:17:06,443 May you redeem the legacy of your family and guiltless father, 186 00:17:06,563 --> 00:17:10,658 whose fealty for the throne and Buyeo only brought him bloody tears of demise. 187 00:17:15,577 --> 00:17:19,210 I have one last favor to ask you. 188 00:17:32,288 --> 00:17:33,752 Yeon… 189 00:17:36,835 --> 00:17:39,565 I shall entrust Yeon to you. 190 00:17:45,134 --> 00:17:49,964 She must survive this! 191 00:17:54,808 --> 00:18:00,335 You must find her, and protect her at all costs. 192 00:18:04,319 --> 00:18:07,710 I shall fulfill your wish. 193 00:18:08,744 --> 00:18:13,721 At all costs… I shall protect Yeon. 194 00:18:18,662 --> 00:18:20,886 You have my gratitude. 195 00:18:23,352 --> 00:18:24,816 Here. 196 00:18:25,321 --> 00:18:28,045 Go ahead and complete your mission. 197 00:18:44,483 --> 00:18:49,657 It shall come from your hands only, if you wish to prove your fealty. 198 00:18:49,777 --> 00:18:51,044 Do it! 199 00:19:12,104 --> 00:19:13,733 Forgive me! 200 00:20:54,791 --> 00:20:57,125 A most creditable effort! 201 00:20:57,763 --> 00:21:02,392 Now, you shall enjoy His Majesty's complete trust. 202 00:21:03,004 --> 00:21:04,358 What happened to Yeon? 203 00:21:04,478 --> 00:21:06,736 Muhyul and Maro are looking for her. 204 00:21:07,088 --> 00:21:09,356 Swiftly find her and slay that wench. 205 00:21:37,877 --> 00:21:39,088 - How did it go? - I couldn't find her. 206 00:21:39,208 --> 00:21:40,321 I looked everywhere, but she's nowhere to be found. 207 00:21:40,441 --> 00:21:42,703 We need to find her first. Hurry up. 208 00:21:43,694 --> 00:21:45,070 Spare me! 209 00:21:45,753 --> 00:21:48,461 - Spare me!! - Where is Yeon? 210 00:21:48,581 --> 00:21:52,160 She has already escaped. 211 00:21:54,550 --> 00:22:00,483 {\a6}*Time measured with "Earthly Branches" system, in groups of two hours 212 00:21:54,550 --> 00:22:00,483 She left with the butler a half period* ago. 213 00:22:05,954 --> 00:22:07,458 What happened? 214 00:22:07,578 --> 00:22:09,902 She already escaped a half period ago. 215 00:22:10,022 --> 00:22:14,405 If it's a half period, she shouldn't be far off. 216 00:22:14,525 --> 00:22:16,589 - Get the troops and go after her. - Yes. 217 00:22:40,237 --> 00:22:41,866 Wait a moment. 218 00:22:44,486 --> 00:22:46,239 What is the matter? 219 00:22:46,359 --> 00:22:50,356 This is not the way to Baekam Fortress, is it? 220 00:22:50,476 --> 00:22:54,143 We needed to exit from the northern gates to reach Baekam Fortress. 221 00:22:54,263 --> 00:22:56,652 We're not headed for Baekam Fortress. 222 00:22:56,772 --> 00:23:00,396 We're headed south, where we'll pass the border. 223 00:23:00,516 --> 00:23:03,082 We're leaving Buyeo?! 224 00:23:03,202 --> 00:23:05,546 What is that supposed to mean? 225 00:23:08,456 --> 00:23:11,627 His Excellency prepared this for you, Milady. 226 00:23:54,561 --> 00:23:55,926 Yeon. 227 00:23:57,093 --> 00:24:03,453 When you receive this, I would have perished already. 228 00:24:04,736 --> 00:24:11,332 Unwisely, I couldn't sense the claws of conspiracy strangling me. 229 00:24:12,353 --> 00:24:17,396 His Majesty is mistakenly thinking I harbored murderous intents. 230 00:24:19,267 --> 00:24:20,748 Yeon. 231 00:24:21,475 --> 00:24:23,941 At least you need to survive. 232 00:24:24,844 --> 00:24:27,233 The moment you leave this land, 233 00:24:27,353 --> 00:24:29,809 forget everything. 234 00:24:30,426 --> 00:24:36,633 You shan't harbor any resentment towards Buyeo or His Majesty. 235 00:24:36,753 --> 00:24:41,631 Don't let odium and grief begrime your soul. 236 00:24:42,578 --> 00:24:46,332 Live a wonderful life. 237 00:24:49,943 --> 00:24:56,826 For not protecting you… I beg your pardon. 238 00:25:06,247 --> 00:25:07,281 Milady. 239 00:25:07,401 --> 00:25:09,307 We need to leave now. 240 00:25:11,840 --> 00:25:15,231 I can't leave like this. 241 00:25:16,310 --> 00:25:20,251 I shall meet His Majesty, and reveal the truth. 242 00:25:20,371 --> 00:25:21,748 You can't, Milady! 243 00:25:21,868 --> 00:25:24,251 If you go, they will behead you! 244 00:25:25,551 --> 00:25:28,391 {\a6}*Main tributary of Sungari/Songhua River, Heilongjiang Province (Northeast China) 245 00:25:25,551 --> 00:25:28,391 There's a boat waiting for us at the Nen River* port. 246 00:25:28,511 --> 00:25:31,672 We need to leave before the troops arrive! 247 00:25:35,168 --> 00:25:37,435 Milady, I beg you! 248 00:26:26,929 --> 00:26:30,048 More troops are following you. You need to escape! 249 00:26:30,168 --> 00:26:34,143 Bring me to Buyeo Fortress. 250 00:26:34,473 --> 00:26:38,200 I need to meet His Majesty, and tell him the truth. 251 00:26:38,320 --> 00:26:40,909 You can't. It's too late already. 252 00:26:41,029 --> 00:26:42,934 You need to escape from here. 253 00:26:43,054 --> 00:26:44,828 Listen to what Muhyul said. 254 00:26:44,948 --> 00:26:48,663 His Excellency has already perished. 255 00:27:15,965 --> 00:27:17,848 Wherever you go, 256 00:27:20,534 --> 00:27:22,648 I shall find you. 257 00:27:28,841 --> 00:27:30,999 Leave right now. 258 00:29:40,587 --> 00:29:42,569 What happened? 259 00:29:42,689 --> 00:29:46,246 Your Majesty. Dojin slayed Tak Rok. 260 00:29:49,165 --> 00:29:51,786 Was it really Dojin who did it? 261 00:29:51,906 --> 00:29:53,679 Yes, Your Majesty. 262 00:29:54,274 --> 00:29:58,323 Regrettably, Yeon escaped. 263 00:30:00,547 --> 00:30:05,130 I deployed troops on her pursuit, so we shall soon find her. 264 00:30:05,250 --> 00:30:07,439 Bring them back. 265 00:30:11,019 --> 00:30:16,325 Don't look for Yeon any longer. 266 00:30:18,020 --> 00:30:19,452 Yes, Your Majesty. 267 00:30:50,657 --> 00:30:52,209 It's there. 268 00:30:53,751 --> 00:30:55,226 Let's go. 269 00:31:39,268 --> 00:31:40,744 It's poison. 270 00:31:46,992 --> 00:31:49,458 Did Tak Rok really die? 271 00:31:49,578 --> 00:31:50,581 Yes. 272 00:31:51,021 --> 00:31:52,959 Isn't this a strange occurrence, Your Majesty? 273 00:31:53,079 --> 00:31:55,599 As the man in charge of the Black Shadows, 274 00:31:55,719 --> 00:31:59,769 he was responsible for a meritorious feat like that of killing the Xin envoy. 275 00:31:59,889 --> 00:32:01,883 You don't know the reason? 276 00:32:02,003 --> 00:32:07,040 All the Buyeo spies took their own lives, so we couldn't ascertain the reasons. 277 00:32:08,405 --> 00:32:13,931 The only man of authority next to King Daeso now is a fellow named Sagu. 278 00:32:14,051 --> 00:32:15,896 He's shown an unwavering diplomatic stance concerning Goguryeo, 279 00:32:15,897 --> 00:32:17,864 so Buyeo's foreign policy is very likely to change as a result. 280 00:32:17,984 --> 00:32:20,087 Well said. 281 00:32:21,348 --> 00:32:24,386 Daebo, reinforce border defense lines… 282 00:32:24,506 --> 00:32:28,702 while examining the situation in Buyeo in detail. 283 00:32:44,538 --> 00:32:46,850 It's not just our Biryu clan. 284 00:32:46,970 --> 00:32:50,791 They're tracking all the chieftains' movements as well. 285 00:32:50,911 --> 00:32:54,969 It's all the new Supervisor*'s doing. 286 00:32:50,911 --> 00:32:54,969 {\a6}*Jeongbo Chonggwan (Intelligence Supervisor) 287 00:32:55,089 --> 00:32:57,553 Did you say that wench's name was Hye Ap? 288 00:32:57,673 --> 00:32:58,587 Yes. 289 00:32:59,886 --> 00:33:03,299 She used to be under Prince Haemyeong's command. 290 00:33:03,419 --> 00:33:07,680 That Haemyeong is a nuisance even from the netherworld. 291 00:33:07,800 --> 00:33:09,706 I shall take care of her. 292 00:33:10,565 --> 00:33:14,352 She's won King Yuri's graces, from what I'm hearing. 293 00:33:15,528 --> 00:33:17,170 Any strategy on the table? 294 00:33:24,209 --> 00:33:26,631 What is the occasion, Your Excellency? 295 00:33:26,751 --> 00:33:29,272 I came to buy one of your slaves. 296 00:33:38,370 --> 00:33:43,302 I'm betting it is not slaves you're here for, but my tongue? 297 00:33:46,384 --> 00:33:49,500 Despite the fact I alerted you to the Black Shadows' infiltration, 298 00:33:49,620 --> 00:33:53,563 you still haven't taken a single measure to cope with this matter. 299 00:33:53,683 --> 00:33:55,764 Thankfully, His Majesty is still safe. 300 00:33:55,884 --> 00:34:00,036 But knowing such humongous truth and still concealing it, 301 00:34:00,520 --> 00:34:03,437 is nothing different from treason, isn't it? 302 00:34:07,467 --> 00:34:09,936 You should be grateful I don't engage in empty talebearing. 303 00:34:10,056 --> 00:34:12,770 Imagine if I told His Majesty everything. 304 00:34:13,479 --> 00:34:16,715 It would be most harrowing, for sure! 305 00:34:17,988 --> 00:34:20,498 If you wish to keep these lips of mine sealed, 306 00:34:20,618 --> 00:34:22,389 all you need is to grant me… 307 00:34:22,390 --> 00:34:25,389 some of the market rights the Biryu clan is currently controlling. 308 00:34:28,320 --> 00:34:29,685 Your Excellency! 309 00:34:29,805 --> 00:34:33,423 Are you maggot badgering me? 310 00:34:33,543 --> 00:34:37,791 Ba… badgering, you say? It's a transaction. 311 00:34:39,596 --> 00:34:44,903 Right. We shall discuss such transaction once I get the wench I wish for. 312 00:34:45,960 --> 00:34:48,547 And who may this wench be? 313 00:34:50,463 --> 00:34:51,916 Hye Ap. 314 00:34:55,197 --> 00:34:58,570 Hh… Hhh… Hye Ap, you said? 315 00:35:03,927 --> 00:35:05,633 I have brought him. 316 00:35:08,033 --> 00:35:10,059 Are you Balso? 317 00:35:10,786 --> 00:35:13,164 Yes, my name is Chubalso. 318 00:35:13,284 --> 00:35:16,284 I have heard about you from Gweyu. 319 00:35:16,404 --> 00:35:19,543 You'll have to escort me out of the palace today. 320 00:35:21,282 --> 00:35:23,969 Your Highness! Outside the palace?! 321 00:35:24,089 --> 00:35:26,325 If Her Highness learns of this, you'll be in trouble. 322 00:35:26,445 --> 00:35:30,244 It's suffocating in here. If you keep quiet, nobody will know. 323 00:35:31,279 --> 00:35:32,336 Let's go. 324 00:35:43,060 --> 00:35:45,516 Are you really planning to go out of the palace? 325 00:35:45,636 --> 00:35:47,837 Didn't I tell you I want to see the market? 326 00:35:47,957 --> 00:35:50,359 What if something happens while I'm escorting you? 327 00:35:50,479 --> 00:35:52,363 Then, all the blame will be… 328 00:35:52,483 --> 00:35:53,904 You needn't fret. 329 00:35:54,024 --> 00:35:56,210 I can just take all the blame. 330 00:35:56,330 --> 00:35:57,905 You promised. 331 00:35:58,025 --> 00:35:59,447 Fine. 332 00:36:32,605 --> 00:36:36,238 - What are these for? - They're used for cooking. 333 00:36:36,358 --> 00:36:41,399 Your Highness. Didn't I tell you not to escape from my sight? 334 00:36:42,865 --> 00:36:45,221 This is all so enticing and boisterous. 335 00:36:49,316 --> 00:36:52,608 Should I really show you something enticing? 336 00:36:53,334 --> 00:36:55,709 Do you know such a place? 337 00:37:23,239 --> 00:37:25,375 How is it? 338 00:37:25,495 --> 00:37:27,885 What is this place? 339 00:37:28,524 --> 00:37:33,748 One which could fulfill a man's wildest dreams, if you have enough money. 340 00:37:35,509 --> 00:37:37,249 Come in. 341 00:37:51,568 --> 00:37:54,578 Choose one you like, Your Highness. 342 00:38:01,043 --> 00:38:03,509 Why are you so timorous? 343 00:38:03,629 --> 00:38:05,575 Should I choose one for you? 344 00:38:05,695 --> 00:38:07,887 No. I'll do it. 345 00:38:19,014 --> 00:38:20,822 This won't do it. 346 00:38:21,392 --> 00:38:23,021 Where are you going? 347 00:38:23,792 --> 00:38:26,335 Why? You couldn't find anyone to your liking? 348 00:38:26,455 --> 00:38:28,515 I'll have to come another time. 349 00:38:28,635 --> 00:38:30,012 Ah ha! Really. 350 00:38:30,132 --> 00:38:32,864 How can you be afraid of some girls on the street? 351 00:38:33,800 --> 00:38:36,134 Who said I was afraid? 352 00:38:36,707 --> 00:38:40,978 I have no intention of rebuking you, but watch your language. 353 00:38:41,415 --> 00:38:42,736 My apologies. 354 00:38:54,357 --> 00:38:56,426 It's Prince Yeojin, all right. 355 00:38:56,546 --> 00:39:00,575 Yes, and the man next to him is one of Hye Ap's followers, Chubalso. 356 00:39:00,695 --> 00:39:04,230 Why is someone who will soon become Crown Prince wandering the streets? 357 00:39:04,350 --> 00:39:07,180 Master. Shouldn't we alert the palace? 358 00:39:07,300 --> 00:39:10,201 I mean, if something happens to him… 359 00:39:10,321 --> 00:39:13,371 No, no, no. It's fine. 360 00:39:14,120 --> 00:39:17,269 We could entrap Hye Ap, if we're lucky. 361 00:39:25,245 --> 00:39:27,249 Where have you been? 362 00:39:32,698 --> 00:39:36,398 Is that how a Goguryeo prince should be bedecked?! 363 00:39:40,625 --> 00:39:42,375 - Mother! - You wench! 364 00:39:42,495 --> 00:39:46,647 How could you let something so contemptible happen under your watch? 365 00:39:46,767 --> 00:39:48,100 My apologies. 366 00:39:48,220 --> 00:39:49,994 You have nothing to apologize for. 367 00:39:50,114 --> 00:39:52,345 Mother, it's all my fault. 368 00:39:52,465 --> 00:39:55,317 - Yeon Hwa is blameless. - Shut that gob of yours! 369 00:39:55,437 --> 00:39:59,845 If this happens again, I shall make this wench pay for it! 370 00:40:00,536 --> 00:40:02,198 - Jong Geum. - Yes. 371 00:40:02,836 --> 00:40:07,108 Alert the Chief of Security to strengthen surveillance around the palace. 372 00:40:07,228 --> 00:40:08,275 Yes. 373 00:40:20,126 --> 00:40:21,667 I am sorry. 374 00:40:22,548 --> 00:40:24,405 Don't be, Your Highness. 375 00:40:24,525 --> 00:40:30,376 If you enjoyed yourself even for a brief moment, I have no complaints. 376 00:40:43,498 --> 00:40:44,484 What is the matter? 377 00:40:44,604 --> 00:40:47,281 We received a communication from Princess Seryu. 378 00:41:06,219 --> 00:41:09,258 What is the matter, Your Majesty? 379 00:41:11,526 --> 00:41:14,410 The leader of the Gisan has perished. 380 00:41:16,326 --> 00:41:18,836 I forced her into a marriage she didn't wish for, 381 00:41:18,956 --> 00:41:22,711 and sent her to that caliginous place. 382 00:41:22,831 --> 00:41:25,904 Now she even loses her companion? 383 00:41:32,025 --> 00:41:38,275 My miserly avarice only caused her more grief. 384 00:41:38,583 --> 00:41:39,816 Your Majesty. 385 00:41:41,336 --> 00:41:47,259 Head for Gisan territory, and extend my sympathy. 386 00:41:48,525 --> 00:41:50,186 Yes, Your Majesty. 387 00:43:27,040 --> 00:43:28,963 What's wrong with you? 388 00:43:29,083 --> 00:43:32,376 What is wrong, you should be well aware of. 389 00:43:52,059 --> 00:43:53,667 Your guess was right. 390 00:43:53,787 --> 00:43:57,223 This fool was trying to leak information about us out of here. 391 00:43:58,355 --> 00:44:00,909 Who is that information for? 392 00:44:02,802 --> 00:44:04,211 Who instigated you? 393 00:44:04,331 --> 00:44:07,250 Speak! Who is it? 394 00:44:07,370 --> 00:44:11,568 I will die if I tell you. So you kill me instead. 395 00:44:50,592 --> 00:44:53,548 Are you all right? 396 00:45:01,581 --> 00:45:05,686 Hey. Why did you do that? 397 00:45:06,403 --> 00:45:07,944 Maenggwang. 398 00:45:08,064 --> 00:45:11,071 Just hurry up and speak. 399 00:45:11,191 --> 00:45:16,622 After His Excellency died, Dojin hasn't been himself. 400 00:45:16,742 --> 00:45:21,226 If you keep this up, you'll really get killed. 401 00:45:39,773 --> 00:45:41,953 What happened? 402 00:45:45,711 --> 00:45:50,775 Even if, just as you guessed, Maenggwang knows something, 403 00:45:50,895 --> 00:45:55,625 unless he talks first, we'll never find out who's behind him. 404 00:45:56,193 --> 00:45:58,813 Seeing him so confident about this, 405 00:45:58,933 --> 00:46:04,052 there must be someone really powerful behind him. 406 00:46:04,493 --> 00:46:08,598 Whatever it takes, we need his confession. 407 00:46:09,016 --> 00:46:10,624 How? 408 00:46:10,744 --> 00:46:15,071 If he decides not to speak to the end, I'll slay him. 409 00:46:19,172 --> 00:46:23,311 It's clear he was involved with the Wesaja's death. 410 00:46:23,431 --> 00:46:25,728 If we find out who's behind him, 411 00:46:25,729 --> 00:46:28,728 we will at least give His Excellency his legacy back. 412 00:46:30,731 --> 00:46:36,082 Even if you find solid evidence, will His Majesty accept it? 413 00:46:36,202 --> 00:46:38,679 Will he admit his own misjudgment? 414 00:46:40,022 --> 00:46:43,507 The harder you dig into this conspiracy, the more dangerous it will be for you. 415 00:46:43,627 --> 00:46:45,775 - Just stop. - I don't care. 416 00:46:45,895 --> 00:46:47,288 Dojin! 417 00:46:47,662 --> 00:46:52,693 I can't endure living like this anymore. 418 00:46:55,071 --> 00:46:58,781 He was the only man who helped me, 419 00:46:58,901 --> 00:47:02,458 when everyone was looking down on me because of my father. 420 00:47:02,578 --> 00:47:06,023 He was like a father to me, 421 00:47:06,143 --> 00:47:11,814 but I killed him with my own hands. 422 00:47:18,978 --> 00:47:22,082 You needn't involve yourself anymore. 423 00:47:35,272 --> 00:47:37,881 This is the Black Shadows' dormitory. 424 00:47:48,733 --> 00:47:50,363 For the time being, 425 00:47:50,483 --> 00:47:54,260 I shall be responsible for leading the training camp here. 426 00:47:54,380 --> 00:47:59,661 You Black Shadows shall now be under my command. 427 00:48:03,996 --> 00:48:07,880 Your Highness shall head to the Xin and observe the situation, 428 00:48:08,000 --> 00:48:11,073 enlarging our base of operations. 429 00:48:11,193 --> 00:48:15,794 It may take up to a year. 430 00:48:17,493 --> 00:48:21,148 Did you just say Xin? 431 00:48:21,268 --> 00:48:22,645 Yes. 432 00:48:23,570 --> 00:48:28,985 Until your mission is complete, you shan't come back to Buyeo. 433 00:48:38,257 --> 00:48:39,715 Here they are. 434 00:48:42,187 --> 00:48:46,679 They shall join you on your mission to the Xin. 435 00:48:49,495 --> 00:48:53,679 You will depart at sunrise. 436 00:49:16,388 --> 00:49:20,205 Is it true you're going to the Xin? 437 00:49:22,385 --> 00:49:23,604 Yes. 438 00:49:26,268 --> 00:49:29,185 I don't understand why, all of a sudden. 439 00:49:29,305 --> 00:49:33,039 The Chief Retainer is now responsible for the Black Shadows, 440 00:49:33,159 --> 00:49:36,363 so he probably didn't want me around. 441 00:49:36,758 --> 00:49:41,171 The Chief Retainer has been trying to hinder me for a long time. 442 00:49:41,778 --> 00:49:43,826 What are you going to do? 443 00:49:46,380 --> 00:49:49,387 If those are my orders, I shall go. 444 00:49:49,507 --> 00:49:52,360 The Chief says it will take one year, 445 00:49:54,628 --> 00:49:58,579 but he will never call me back to Buyeo. 446 00:50:11,326 --> 00:50:12,361 Muhyul. 447 00:50:16,787 --> 00:50:19,914 I wrote down all the weapons and tactics. 448 00:50:20,034 --> 00:50:22,147 It will be of help. 449 00:50:48,759 --> 00:50:49,948 Here. 450 00:50:53,395 --> 00:50:58,108 This is the only thing my parents left with me. 451 00:51:00,023 --> 00:51:02,137 Why, this… 452 00:51:05,416 --> 00:51:08,389 Because Dojin, you… 453 00:51:08,509 --> 00:51:11,184 are like a brother to me. 454 00:52:03,371 --> 00:52:06,487 - We'll rest here for tonight. - Yes. 455 00:53:40,876 --> 00:53:42,747 What's wrong, suddenly? 456 00:53:46,294 --> 00:53:51,056 On his way to the Xin, Dojin killed the others and escaped. 457 00:53:59,388 --> 00:54:00,435 Your Majesty. 458 00:54:00,555 --> 00:54:04,452 His Excellency the Daebo brought Her Highness back on his way from Gisan. 459 00:54:34,483 --> 00:54:36,949 Forgive my peccancy. 460 00:54:38,821 --> 00:54:43,066 At least I should have shown you happiness on my face. 461 00:54:43,186 --> 00:54:45,004 Forgive me. 462 00:54:53,822 --> 00:54:55,386 No. 463 00:54:56,663 --> 00:54:58,842 I am glad you came. 464 00:55:22,187 --> 00:55:27,355 We worried our alliance might worsen because of their leader's sudden death, 465 00:55:27,475 --> 00:55:31,913 but the new Gisan leader avowed fealty to Your Majesty. 466 00:55:32,397 --> 00:55:35,112 As soon as they're settled, they will come to the capital first hand… 467 00:55:35,232 --> 00:55:38,135 to seek audience. 468 00:55:40,114 --> 00:55:44,681 All these meritorious deeds have been accomplished by Princess Seryu. 469 00:55:44,801 --> 00:55:49,701 The tribe's utmost devotion to Her Highness even surprised me. 470 00:55:53,732 --> 00:55:58,400 I would have embraced her even if she resented me, 471 00:55:58,520 --> 00:56:02,759 but she's trying to bear all this weight on her shoulders alone. 472 00:56:05,267 --> 00:56:06,743 Your Majesty. 473 00:56:36,648 --> 00:56:38,011 Your Highness. 474 00:56:38,562 --> 00:56:40,874 What are you doing here? 475 00:56:40,994 --> 00:56:42,569 Yes… I… 476 00:56:43,890 --> 00:56:47,015 Did you say… Gweyu was your name? 477 00:56:48,744 --> 00:56:52,334 You remember my name, Your Highness? 478 00:56:52,454 --> 00:56:54,998 You devotedly served my brother, 479 00:56:55,118 --> 00:56:57,398 how could I forget you? 480 00:57:01,397 --> 00:57:04,149 I have a favor to ask you. 481 00:57:04,269 --> 00:57:06,241 Please, tell me. 482 00:57:06,361 --> 00:57:09,081 Is Hye Ap inside the palace? 483 00:57:09,201 --> 00:57:10,111 Yes. 484 00:57:10,231 --> 00:57:15,130 Bring her to my residence discreetly. 485 00:57:23,973 --> 00:57:25,603 Were you looking for me? 486 00:57:25,723 --> 00:57:27,320 Have a seat. 487 00:57:36,446 --> 00:57:38,053 Take a look. 488 00:57:49,825 --> 00:57:54,997 It's a map showing the detailed itinerary to Buyeo's Black Shadows camp. 489 00:57:55,834 --> 00:57:59,247 How did you… 490 00:57:59,367 --> 00:58:02,307 Through our spies from Gisan. 491 00:58:02,427 --> 00:58:06,807 Gisan spies have infiltrated the Black Shadows. 492 00:58:07,521 --> 00:58:10,239 They're collecting intelligence in perfect disguise, 493 00:58:10,359 --> 00:58:12,044 so it shall be of help to you. 494 00:58:12,164 --> 00:58:14,619 Surveillance is very staunch at their training camp. 495 00:58:14,739 --> 00:58:17,790 How are they sending you this intelligence? 496 00:58:17,910 --> 00:58:22,347 {\a6}*North Gyeongsang Province 497 00:58:17,910 --> 00:58:22,347 Every three months, we meet those spies at the hillside of Mt. Geomma*. 498 00:58:22,467 --> 00:58:25,429 In about a month, you shall meet them there. 499 00:58:25,549 --> 00:58:28,510 Yes, we will go there ourselves. 500 00:58:46,104 --> 00:58:49,021 What's wrong with him? 501 00:58:49,141 --> 00:58:50,826 You know him? 502 00:58:50,946 --> 00:58:55,882 Yes. He's new here. He was my partner at the last training. 503 00:58:57,446 --> 00:59:00,498 But where is he going, at this hour of the night? 504 00:59:04,867 --> 00:59:06,540 Hey… Muhyul. 505 01:01:16,548 --> 01:01:19,190 Something must be wrong. 506 01:01:19,310 --> 01:01:21,854 It's dangerous here, so let's leave. 507 01:01:28,823 --> 01:01:31,374 What did you just say? 508 01:01:31,494 --> 01:01:36,086 Spies have infiltrated even the Black Shadows' camp? 509 01:01:36,206 --> 01:01:38,024 I am mortified. 510 01:01:38,144 --> 01:01:40,668 Who is responsible for this?! 511 01:01:42,028 --> 01:01:43,613 Goguryeo, Sire. 512 01:01:45,243 --> 01:01:51,815 We found intelligence to be sent back to Goguryeo on the spy's body. 513 01:01:52,124 --> 01:01:55,312 Goguryeo is definitely behind this. 514 01:02:07,760 --> 01:02:09,213 Muhyul, Maro. 515 01:02:09,333 --> 01:02:11,195 The Chief Retainer is looking for you. 516 01:02:20,780 --> 01:02:23,003 I brought them, Your Majesty. 517 01:02:23,752 --> 01:02:27,495 You have accomplished meritorious feats in the past. 518 01:02:27,615 --> 01:02:34,344 Thence, I shall entrust a big endeavor on your shoulders. 519 01:02:36,670 --> 01:02:39,081 Head for Goguryeo, 520 01:02:39,201 --> 01:02:41,479 and slay King Yuri. 521 01:02:49,822 --> 01:02:51,026 Enter. 522 01:03:00,404 --> 01:03:06,613 These are treasured swords I shall consign to you. 523 01:03:35,459 --> 01:03:40,875 Take those swords, and pierce Yuri's viperous heart. 524 01:03:40,995 --> 01:03:44,125 If you fulfill your mission, 525 01:03:44,245 --> 01:03:48,375 you shall become loyal subjects of Buyeo and gain nobility, 526 01:03:48,495 --> 01:03:53,955 and enjoy riches and fame for generations to come!