1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:04,436 Brought to you by MrsKorea and mily2 2 00:00:08,604 --> 00:00:11,967 We are running out of time and cannot wait any longer! 3 00:00:12,952 --> 00:00:14,567 {\a6}Episode 70 4 00:00:12,952 --> 00:00:16,967 I will repeat this for the last time! Hand over the Qing traders! 5 00:00:17,226 --> 00:00:22,484 No. Without His Majesty's approval, we will not move aside. 6 00:00:52,089 --> 00:00:57,249 You were imprudent to have caused this incident to come to this state. 7 00:00:58,517 --> 00:01:02,870 Forgive me, Your Majesty, but how can I be the only one to blame? 8 00:01:03,479 --> 00:01:07,054 It was you that declined my request. 9 00:01:08,923 --> 00:01:15,071 Now what will you do? Will you still insist on keeping the Qing traders? 10 00:01:21,720 --> 00:01:25,296 - Bring me an Imperial Letter. - Excuse me? 11 00:01:26,671 --> 00:01:32,721 If you bring me an Imperial Letter from the Qing Emperor, I will hand them over to you. 12 00:01:32,722 --> 00:01:39,133 - Your Majesty! - The late King Hyun Jong did a similar thing. 13 00:01:39,934 --> 00:01:45,017 During his reign, Joseon handed over Qing criminals because we received an Imperial Letter. 14 00:01:45,406 --> 00:01:49,107 I am asking that you follow the precedent. 15 00:01:53,606 --> 00:01:55,717 An Imperial Letter...? 16 00:01:56,562 --> 00:01:59,637 I did not expect you to ask for such a thing. 17 00:01:59,916 --> 00:02:07,365 You intend to buy time while the Imperial Letter makes its way here, don't you? 18 00:02:07,825 --> 00:02:11,356 Whatever you think the reason is, that is my condition. 19 00:02:17,094 --> 00:02:21,521 Fine, Your Majesty. I will give you an Imperial Letter. 20 00:02:24,737 --> 00:02:30,617 And I can give you that letter right here on this spot. 21 00:02:31,308 --> 00:02:37,251 - What? - I am here on behalf of the Qing Emperor. 22 00:02:37,759 --> 00:02:42,343 Everything I do here is on His Imperial Majesty's behalf. 23 00:02:42,344 --> 00:02:46,565 I am saying that I can write you this Imperial Letter now. 24 00:02:49,798 --> 00:02:56,006 What shall I do, Your Majesty? Shall I write you one now? 25 00:02:56,403 --> 00:02:59,536 Now look here, Ambassador! 26 00:03:01,287 --> 00:03:04,166 Your Majesty! It is Official Nam! 27 00:03:06,523 --> 00:03:08,843 - Your Majesty! - What is it? 28 00:03:09,107 --> 00:03:15,550 Your Majesty, we have received news that the Qing soldiers at the Police Bureau 29 00:03:16,029 --> 00:03:18,302 have finally attacked our men! 30 00:03:18,303 --> 00:03:20,734 What did you say? 31 00:03:33,512 --> 00:03:35,936 We have settled the situation, 32 00:03:36,176 --> 00:03:41,350 but our Imperial Guards have been wounded and are being treated at the Royal Hospital. 33 00:03:57,466 --> 00:04:00,237 His Majesty the King! 34 00:04:02,497 --> 00:04:04,818 - Your Majesty! - Your Majesty! 35 00:04:29,535 --> 00:04:31,431 Forgive us, Your Majesty! 36 00:04:31,432 --> 00:04:35,669 We should have tried harder to diffuse the situation without fighting them. 37 00:04:35,770 --> 00:04:42,293 No, this situation was unavoidable from the very beginning. 38 00:04:43,446 --> 00:04:45,636 What are the damages on the Qing side? 39 00:04:45,637 --> 00:04:52,245 There were no severe wounds. We tried to avoid using our swords in the fight. 40 00:04:52,965 --> 00:04:57,201 That is the reason why more of our men were wounded. 41 00:04:58,944 --> 00:05:02,713 But this problem will not go away because their men were not severely wounded. 42 00:05:02,714 --> 00:05:08,734 Now that both sides have drawn swords against each other, this may cause war! 43 00:05:10,135 --> 00:05:12,165 Yes, that may be so. 44 00:05:20,748 --> 00:05:23,197 Did you hear the news, Chancellor? 45 00:05:23,546 --> 00:05:27,279 I cannot believe they resorted to violence at the Police Bureau! 46 00:05:27,380 --> 00:05:29,829 How could they do this? 47 00:05:29,830 --> 00:05:32,699 They may have intended for this from the very beginning. 48 00:05:32,700 --> 00:05:39,315 Intended for this? You mean they are doing this on purpose? 49 00:05:42,930 --> 00:05:45,890 I agree, Your Majesty. 50 00:05:45,891 --> 00:05:48,911 At that moment, you were in discussion with the Ambassador. 51 00:05:49,215 --> 00:05:52,992 So how could they fight our men without waiting for the conclusion of your meeting? 52 00:05:53,696 --> 00:05:57,377 They must have planned for this from the beginning! 53 00:05:57,744 --> 00:06:00,604 But there is something strange about this. 54 00:06:02,931 --> 00:06:07,546 The Ambassador looked surprised too when he heard the news about the fight. 55 00:06:07,547 --> 00:06:13,080 If he had planned for this, then why would he have looked so surprised? 56 00:06:16,381 --> 00:06:20,306 I suspect there is another reason behind this. 57 00:06:20,307 --> 00:06:25,335 They are risking too much just to save a few of their traders from our prisons. 58 00:06:28,416 --> 00:06:31,390 I want you to find out why they are doing this. 59 00:06:31,391 --> 00:06:34,173 I will give you until the Hour of the Swine (9-11pm). Can you do it? 60 00:06:34,174 --> 00:06:38,261 No, we don't have that much time. I will return at the Hour of the Dog (7-9pm). 61 00:06:47,895 --> 00:06:51,776 You must realize the catastrophe this will bring upon us. 62 00:06:52,368 --> 00:06:54,230 Did you say catastrophe? 63 00:06:55,440 --> 00:06:57,784 That's right, Your Majesty. 64 00:06:59,592 --> 00:07:03,095 That is all I have to say. 65 00:07:03,096 --> 00:07:09,115 You should return the traders to us before the problem becomes bigger. 66 00:07:12,242 --> 00:07:17,435 What is the reason they are doing this? 67 00:07:34,887 --> 00:07:36,861 My Lady! 68 00:07:37,169 --> 00:07:42,356 What happened? I asked you to summon the Minister of Culture! 69 00:07:46,302 --> 00:07:49,297 What? You didn't see him? 70 00:07:49,939 --> 00:07:57,338 Yes, My Lady. I went to the Ambassador's villa but the guards there refused me entry! 71 00:07:58,852 --> 00:08:02,830 I wanted to know the Ambassador's intentions through the Minister! 72 00:08:02,931 --> 00:08:08,823 - Are you sure you asked the right people? - I told them where I was from and they still rejected me! 73 00:08:08,824 --> 00:08:12,912 The atmosphere in the Ambassador's villa was quite tense! 74 00:08:12,913 --> 00:08:17,087 I'm afraid something disastrous is going to happen! 75 00:08:19,787 --> 00:08:23,651 - My Lady! I am palacemaid Kam! - Enter! 76 00:08:26,570 --> 00:08:32,554 - What is it? - My Lady, Her Highness wishes to see you. 77 00:08:51,855 --> 00:08:55,526 Your Highness, Lady Sung is here to see you. 78 00:08:56,984 --> 00:08:59,239 Let her in. 79 00:09:09,789 --> 00:09:12,107 Have a seat. 80 00:09:15,675 --> 00:09:21,093 You must have heard that the Imperial Guards and the Qing soldiers have gotten into a fight. 81 00:09:21,677 --> 00:09:23,893 Yes, Your Highness. 82 00:09:24,803 --> 00:09:27,755 Do you really have a solution to this? 83 00:09:30,291 --> 00:09:35,570 I'm asking you if you really have a way of solving this problem. 84 00:09:35,571 --> 00:09:42,318 I cannot guarantee that I will find a solution, but I will try my best, Your Highness. 85 00:09:42,973 --> 00:09:48,162 Alright. I will give you permission to leave the palace. 86 00:09:50,441 --> 00:09:54,013 If there is anything you can do to help His Majesty, 87 00:09:54,427 --> 00:09:58,014 you must do it. Do you understand? 88 00:09:58,867 --> 00:10:04,117 Yes, Your Highness. I will do my best. 89 00:10:16,674 --> 00:10:21,259 My Lady, are you really going to leave the palace? 90 00:10:21,779 --> 00:10:23,575 Yes, that is so. 91 00:10:23,576 --> 00:10:29,558 But you can't even see the Minister, let alone the Ambassador! 92 00:10:30,739 --> 00:10:35,737 We have to try. Let us hurry. We have no time to waste. 93 00:10:36,386 --> 00:10:38,631 Yes, My Lady. 94 00:10:43,974 --> 00:10:47,135 - Go and send this without delay. - Yes, My Lord. 95 00:10:50,866 --> 00:10:55,580 Now all we have to do is use Joseon as hostage to accomplish our goals. 96 00:11:39,191 --> 00:11:42,386 We have to find out the destination of that ship. 97 00:11:42,859 --> 00:11:46,761 Since it's a Qing ship, isn't it most likely headed towards their capital? 98 00:11:46,762 --> 00:11:50,476 That may not be the case. 99 00:11:58,789 --> 00:12:03,468 - It is not possible! - She is a Royal Consort of this nation! Move aside! 100 00:12:04,030 --> 00:12:08,622 - What is it? - Your Excellency, I think you should come outside. 101 00:12:13,876 --> 00:12:18,675 Forgive me, My Lady, but I don't think you can go inside. 102 00:12:19,230 --> 00:12:23,500 I am here to see the Ambassador. Please give him my request. 103 00:12:23,501 --> 00:12:29,975 That is impossible. We have orders to restrict anyone from Joseon from entering the villa. 104 00:12:29,976 --> 00:12:33,465 Please turn back. 105 00:12:33,566 --> 00:12:36,276 - Escort Her Ladyship back! - Wait. 106 00:12:36,667 --> 00:12:41,372 Did the person who gave you those orders know of the improper way you are behaving? 107 00:12:43,420 --> 00:12:47,574 This is against the law to treat me in this manner. 108 00:12:48,486 --> 00:12:54,973 A royal consort of Joseon has made a proper request. How can you refuse her in this manner? 109 00:12:55,649 --> 00:12:58,004 Wait a moment. 110 00:12:59,948 --> 00:13:01,997 Everyone, move aside. 111 00:13:02,718 --> 00:13:06,272 - Forgive me, Your Ladyship. Please come in. - But Your Excellency...! 112 00:13:06,273 --> 00:13:09,586 It was I that requested Her Ladyship to come here! 113 00:13:11,180 --> 00:13:17,587 I have known her for a long time. She is here on a personal matter. 114 00:13:17,588 --> 00:13:21,354 So move aside. Do you hear me? 115 00:13:26,078 --> 00:13:28,102 Please come with me. 116 00:13:43,821 --> 00:13:47,230 - Find out what they are talking about. - Yes, Sir. 117 00:13:56,975 --> 00:14:00,503 - Have you been well, My Lady? - Yes. 118 00:14:01,075 --> 00:14:07,910 I wanted to pay you a visit but circumstances prevented me from doing so. 119 00:14:07,911 --> 00:14:09,919 Please forgive my lack of manners. 120 00:14:10,477 --> 00:14:14,549 Not at all, Ambassador. Please do not worry about that. 121 00:14:17,249 --> 00:14:22,620 The reason I came here was to ask you a question. 122 00:14:25,838 --> 00:14:31,288 You are a man who values customs and discipline even in the simplest of paintings. 123 00:14:32,029 --> 00:14:35,489 You are not a man who is capable of causing such issues here. 124 00:14:36,681 --> 00:14:41,905 I believe that there is a reason why all of this is happening. 125 00:14:41,906 --> 00:14:46,277 So please tell me. What is the reason you are doing this? 126 00:14:50,401 --> 00:14:54,224 You remember what kind of standards I judge a painting by, My Lady? 127 00:14:56,478 --> 00:15:01,409 I like paintings in the Ming style, and that must have carried over. 128 00:15:01,773 --> 00:15:06,239 So do you still paint, My Lady? 129 00:15:06,744 --> 00:15:14,703 - That is not what I'm asking... - I do not wish to speak about anything else. 130 00:15:17,099 --> 00:15:22,200 This table is only for us to exchange pleasantries. 131 00:15:22,201 --> 00:15:27,724 If you have come here for another purpose, you have wasted your energy. 132 00:15:36,554 --> 00:15:39,258 My Lady, any good news? 133 00:15:43,180 --> 00:15:48,659 - It didn't work out? - Let us return to the palace. 134 00:15:49,147 --> 00:15:51,836 Prepare the palanquin. 135 00:15:52,526 --> 00:15:55,133 Yes, My Lady. 136 00:16:06,495 --> 00:16:08,888 My Lady! 137 00:16:10,649 --> 00:16:15,720 - Teacher... - Please forgive me for today. 138 00:16:16,140 --> 00:16:20,960 I understand the position you were in. Please do not worry. 139 00:16:20,961 --> 00:16:23,080 Thank you, My Lady. 140 00:16:23,466 --> 00:16:27,442 - Then I will be on my way. - My Lady! 141 00:16:29,419 --> 00:16:31,532 This... 142 00:16:35,255 --> 00:16:40,628 - What is this? - The Ambassador asked me to give it to you. 143 00:16:41,067 --> 00:16:47,018 - The Ambassador? - It is a gift to congratulate you on becoming concubine. 144 00:16:49,626 --> 00:16:53,322 He said it held a tributary poem for you. 145 00:16:55,346 --> 00:16:58,489 - A tributary poem? - Yes, My Lady. 146 00:17:18,180 --> 00:17:22,174 What? They're sending soldiers to Joseon? 147 00:17:22,175 --> 00:17:23,826 That's right, Your Majesty. 148 00:17:23,827 --> 00:17:29,932 Sending soldiers here? Are you saying they're declaring war on us? 149 00:17:30,033 --> 00:17:32,464 That is so. 150 00:17:36,252 --> 00:17:40,389 Tell me why you think this? 151 00:17:40,390 --> 00:17:44,266 As you are aware, when the new Emperor took over the Qing throne, 152 00:17:44,523 --> 00:17:46,691 Qing has suffered internal political upheaval. 153 00:17:46,692 --> 00:17:52,447 Tens of thousands have lost their lives and the Qing Emperor has used up his treasury. 154 00:17:52,828 --> 00:17:59,119 He is trying to create an international war to distract the people from the internal troubles. 155 00:18:04,095 --> 00:18:06,203 That is a logical scenario. 156 00:18:06,435 --> 00:18:10,506 But we cannot confirm that they will dispatch their soldiers for that cause. 157 00:18:10,507 --> 00:18:14,727 That is not true. The Ambassador's villa sent a messenger to Qing today. 158 00:18:14,887 --> 00:18:18,869 Instead of heading towards the capital, they were heading towards Gwangjin. 159 00:18:19,781 --> 00:18:22,959 That is towards the South China Sea. 160 00:18:22,960 --> 00:18:27,812 - That is towards Dalian, where the reserve soldiers are! - That's right. 161 00:18:28,479 --> 00:18:32,248 I think this was their intent all along, Your Majesty. 162 00:18:32,249 --> 00:18:36,579 When the Qing people started to turn against the government for the internal struggles, 163 00:18:36,580 --> 00:18:41,061 they are trying to use a war with us to distract them. 164 00:18:51,453 --> 00:18:54,013 Your Majesty, it is Official Nam! 165 00:18:58,767 --> 00:19:01,929 I have an urgent message for you. 166 00:19:11,591 --> 00:19:13,420 Your Majesty... 167 00:19:24,824 --> 00:19:27,946 This is the painting that the Ambassador gave you? 168 00:19:27,947 --> 00:19:33,138 Yes, Your Majesty. Please have a look at the poem in the painting. 169 00:19:34,995 --> 00:19:38,214 ~Recites poem~ 170 00:19:39,090 --> 00:19:40,933 The cold wind shakes the forest, 171 00:19:41,349 --> 00:19:45,068 lonely thoughts freeze here, unable to be delivered. 172 00:19:45,900 --> 00:19:50,850 - Is this a poem about the autumn? - Yes, Your Majesty. 173 00:19:51,138 --> 00:19:54,964 The Ambassador referred to this poem as a tributary poem for me. 174 00:19:55,264 --> 00:20:00,102 But don't you think that this poem is inappropriate to be used as such? 175 00:20:00,103 --> 00:20:04,305 I have a feeling that he is trying to deliver a message to you. 176 00:20:04,846 --> 00:20:07,728 One that he cannot do publicly... 177 00:20:08,489 --> 00:20:12,960 That is why I have requested you to come here. 178 00:20:13,856 --> 00:20:21,006 I think that this poem reflects the Ambassador's true message to us. 179 00:20:22,328 --> 00:20:24,054 What? 180 00:20:24,055 --> 00:20:28,675 The Ambassador that I know is not someone who is capable of this kind of outrage. 181 00:20:29,130 --> 00:20:34,169 Perhaps like this poem, his true feelings are different. 182 00:20:34,617 --> 00:20:38,562 But he cannot come forward with them because of his surroundings. 183 00:20:39,956 --> 00:20:45,862 Your Majesty, you must find a way to find out his true feelings. 184 00:20:45,863 --> 00:20:51,350 If you do this, you may be able to find a solution to this problem. 185 00:21:01,324 --> 00:21:05,194 This may have been their intent all along, Your Majesty. 186 00:21:05,574 --> 00:21:09,514 When the Qing people started to turn against the government for the internal struggles, 187 00:21:09,877 --> 00:21:14,955 they are trying to use a war with us to distract them. 188 00:21:17,874 --> 00:21:23,049 Perhaps like this poem, his true feelings are different. 189 00:21:23,421 --> 00:21:27,478 But he cannot come forward with them because of his surroundings. 190 00:21:28,902 --> 00:21:35,294 Your Majesty, you must find a way to find out his true feelings. 191 00:21:38,371 --> 00:21:41,732 - Official Nam, are you there? - Yes, Your Majesty. 192 00:21:48,263 --> 00:21:54,271 Summon the Advisor, and the Gyujunggak custodians. 193 00:21:55,002 --> 00:21:56,994 Yes, Your Majesty. 194 00:22:05,462 --> 00:22:08,287 Artist Tak! Artist Tak! 195 00:22:09,317 --> 00:22:13,707 Everyone, gather here! I think something has happened! 196 00:22:15,354 --> 00:22:18,809 What? What happened? 197 00:22:32,387 --> 00:22:33,999 - You scared me! - Wait! 198 00:22:34,175 --> 00:22:37,801 - Aren't you Dal Ho's wife? - That's right! 199 00:22:37,836 --> 00:22:44,351 What is this I hear about soldiers? Did something happen again at the Police Bureau? 200 00:22:45,562 --> 00:22:47,628 I have no idea! 201 00:22:47,629 --> 00:22:51,337 Your husband is an internal officer! How can you not know? 202 00:22:51,338 --> 00:22:55,930 So what if he is? I have to see him to talk to him, don't I? 203 00:23:12,500 --> 00:23:17,715 Where are all the soldiers headed? That's not the way to the Police Bureau! 204 00:23:18,023 --> 00:23:22,697 Wait! That road takes you to the Ambassador's villa! 205 00:23:23,699 --> 00:23:34,572 Does this mean we're going to war with Qing? 206 00:23:41,768 --> 00:23:45,632 What? Joseon soldiers are heading here? 207 00:23:46,164 --> 00:23:48,507 Yes, Your Excellency. 208 00:24:18,968 --> 00:24:23,062 Your Excellency, how can they charge in here and threaten the Qing Envoy? 209 00:24:23,063 --> 00:24:28,853 How dare Joseon do this? They have insulted the Qing Emperor! 210 00:24:29,358 --> 00:24:32,801 Wasn't a war with Joseon what you wanted? 211 00:24:33,002 --> 00:24:35,342 Your Excellency! What do you mean by that? 212 00:24:35,343 --> 00:24:41,955 Now that you have caused Joseon to act, all you have to do is wait for Qing soldiers to arrive. 213 00:24:42,583 --> 00:24:47,742 Your Excellency, we cannot sit idly as Joseon's hostages. 214 00:24:48,213 --> 00:24:52,044 We must find a way out of this before this becomes bigger! 215 00:25:15,257 --> 00:25:20,134 Please request an audience with His Majesty. We wish to meet with him personally. 216 00:25:22,754 --> 00:25:27,049 We will hold negotiations with him. So send back your men. 217 00:25:29,737 --> 00:25:32,762 That will not be possible, Ambassador. 218 00:25:33,850 --> 00:25:39,531 His Majesty has stated that he will no longer show any courtesy to the Qing Envoy. 219 00:25:41,281 --> 00:25:46,886 Despite his numerous attempts at conciliation, you have escalated this to this state. 220 00:25:47,133 --> 00:25:50,582 He does not wish to hold discussions with you any further. 221 00:25:51,522 --> 00:25:55,509 But as a sign of his respect to the Qing Emperor, 222 00:25:55,957 --> 00:26:02,012 he has indicated that he is willing to hold a one-on-one meeting with the Ambassador. 223 00:26:05,556 --> 00:26:11,403 If you wish to speak to His Majesty, only the Ambassador may enter the palace. 224 00:26:25,481 --> 00:26:29,752 Your Majesty, the Qing Ambassador is here. 225 00:26:30,434 --> 00:26:32,992 - Send him in. - Yes, Your Majesty. 226 00:26:36,295 --> 00:26:38,179 Welcome, Ambassador. 227 00:26:38,180 --> 00:26:39,280 Please have a seat. 228 00:26:39,528 --> 00:26:41,571 Yes, Your Majesty. 229 00:26:50,265 --> 00:26:55,112 As you must be aware, it was not easy to get you here. 230 00:26:55,632 --> 00:27:01,201 Did you receive my message through Lady Sung, Your Majesty? 231 00:27:01,784 --> 00:27:03,839 That's right. 232 00:27:04,767 --> 00:27:10,648 Lady Sung gave me your painting and told me that you wanted to see me one on one. 233 00:27:11,405 --> 00:27:16,517 If that is the case, will you speak to me now? 234 00:27:21,965 --> 00:27:25,948 The Ambassador is meeting with His Majesty now? Is that really true? 235 00:27:25,949 --> 00:27:32,051 Yes! The Grand Palace Attendant sent me the message just now! 236 00:27:38,854 --> 00:27:43,637 The Qing Emperor is looking for ways to gather the people's favor in the midst of internal strife. 237 00:27:43,978 --> 00:27:49,108 But the Qing treasury is low on funds. 238 00:27:49,551 --> 00:27:55,540 The Qing court is on the verge of mutiny. 239 00:27:56,132 --> 00:27:59,340 That is why Qing wants a war with Joseon to distract everyone. 240 00:28:00,501 --> 00:28:04,489 But this is not a good solution to the problem. 241 00:28:05,017 --> 00:28:09,803 How can they not know that the sacrifice both Qing and Joseon will make can be larger? 242 00:28:10,142 --> 00:28:12,590 I agree with you, Your Majesty. 243 00:28:12,851 --> 00:28:18,769 It is not right to solve one's own economic problems by waging war against another nation. 244 00:28:18,770 --> 00:28:25,868 But I do not have enough power to stand against those who want this war. 245 00:28:25,869 --> 00:28:30,612 - No, Ambassador. That is not true. - Your Majesty! 246 00:28:31,605 --> 00:28:35,684 If you join forces with us, you will not be powerless. 247 00:28:36,096 --> 00:28:42,355 There is something I wanted to do, and this is a good time to do it. 248 00:28:42,851 --> 00:28:46,407 - This may even solve both of our problems. - Your Majesty! 249 00:28:47,317 --> 00:28:48,991 What do you mean by that? 250 00:28:49,655 --> 00:28:55,008 If I support you, will you do the same for me? 251 00:28:56,056 --> 00:28:59,919 What are you proposing, Your Majesty? 252 00:29:28,156 --> 00:29:29,851 How are preparations going? 253 00:29:29,852 --> 00:29:33,321 We are focusing on increasing the quantity in the capital's storehouses. 254 00:29:33,929 --> 00:29:39,083 We are bringing in more from the provinces, so we will not have any issues. 255 00:29:43,299 --> 00:29:46,363 These are the proposals for the Qing Ambassador. 256 00:29:46,364 --> 00:29:50,619 - Take them and process them immediately. - Yes, Your Majesty. 257 00:29:51,731 --> 00:29:57,379 - What about the Cabinet meeting? - All the ministers will have gathered by now, Your Majesty. 258 00:29:58,972 --> 00:30:03,059 So now it's time to persuade the Ministers. 259 00:30:07,073 --> 00:30:10,780 What? Legalize the trading of ginseng? 260 00:30:10,781 --> 00:30:17,019 That's right. Joseon has proposed trading ginseng with us legally. 261 00:30:20,189 --> 00:30:23,500 Ginseng has always been expensive because it was smuggled in. 262 00:30:23,600 --> 00:30:28,410 It has caused huge losses for the Qing government and merchants. 263 00:30:28,862 --> 00:30:32,983 Not only that, the amount that was brought in was always insufficient for our needs. 264 00:30:33,384 --> 00:30:38,383 But if the ginseng trade between the two nations was legalized, 265 00:30:38,384 --> 00:30:43,687 Qing will profit from the increased quantity as well as the lower prices. 266 00:30:45,282 --> 00:30:48,714 This will also be an advantage for Joseon. 267 00:30:50,490 --> 00:30:55,235 If the ginseng trade is legalized, Joseon will have three advantages. 268 00:30:56,562 --> 00:31:01,034 First, our farmers will profit because of the higher quantity required. 269 00:31:01,444 --> 00:31:05,690 Second, our merchants who trade the ginseng will profit. 270 00:31:05,691 --> 00:31:12,229 And lastly, as we will receive tax on this trade, our government will also benefit. 271 00:31:16,728 --> 00:31:23,356 I had been thinking of ways to legalize the ginseng trade between Qing and Joseon. 272 00:31:24,613 --> 00:31:28,461 Although it is a bit too early due to a few unresolved issues, 273 00:31:28,892 --> 00:31:33,139 we can solve those issues slowly after we legalize the ginseng trade. 274 00:31:33,140 --> 00:31:37,922 But will they accept this proposal? 275 00:31:38,498 --> 00:31:44,251 The reason they want this war is because they want the people's favor. 276 00:31:45,403 --> 00:31:49,842 If we do this, Qing will receive what they need. 277 00:31:49,843 --> 00:31:53,495 And Joseon will profit as well. 278 00:31:53,959 --> 00:31:57,839 I have full confidence that they will accept this proposal. 279 00:32:10,922 --> 00:32:16,348 What do you think? Will you still insist on your way? 280 00:32:18,971 --> 00:32:23,191 If you refuse, then fine. 281 00:32:23,192 --> 00:32:28,786 I will return to Qing and report everything in detail to the Emperor. 282 00:32:32,342 --> 00:32:37,936 So think about it carefully. Does the Emperor really want a war with Joseon? 283 00:32:37,937 --> 00:32:39,623 Or does he want economic benefit? 284 00:33:04,522 --> 00:33:08,025 The Qing envoy will be leaving tomorrow. Do we have the required quantity? 285 00:33:08,617 --> 00:33:13,576 - We are still short two hundred. - A hundred and fifty are coming from Suwon and Kwangju. 286 00:33:14,394 --> 00:33:19,497 The remaining fifty is coming from Yangju by dawn tomorrow, so please do not worry. 287 00:33:19,798 --> 00:33:21,933 Alright. 288 00:33:23,625 --> 00:33:28,192 The Qing traders in the Prison Bureau will be punished here in Joseon. 289 00:33:28,193 --> 00:33:32,684 - But their sentence will be negotiated with Qing beforehand. - Yes Your Majesty. 290 00:33:32,685 --> 00:33:37,836 All we ask is that you show them mercy, Your Majesty. 291 00:33:38,280 --> 00:33:44,382 Their sentence will neither be harsh nor lax. Please have faith in me. 292 00:33:44,383 --> 00:33:47,603 Yes, I have no doubt of that. 293 00:33:47,604 --> 00:33:50,362 Perhaps I am impudent for saying this, but you have impressed me, Your Majesty. 294 00:33:50,363 --> 00:33:57,594 I know that Joseon's future is bright for they have a worthy king such as yourself. 295 00:33:59,073 --> 00:34:04,620 How you flatter me. All I did was find a solution that benefited both of us. 296 00:34:05,197 --> 00:34:07,615 But that is what is so remarkable. 297 00:34:07,616 --> 00:34:13,998 I am ashamed that all we could think of was using force. 298 00:34:15,750 --> 00:34:17,963 If Heaven gives strength to any man, 299 00:34:17,998 --> 00:34:24,481 it is not to oppress the powerless, but to help them. 300 00:34:24,482 --> 00:34:28,723 I believe that is the role of the great nation of Qing. 301 00:34:28,724 --> 00:34:31,336 It should help the smaller nations surrounding it, 302 00:34:31,337 --> 00:34:38,138 and never forget that everyone benefits when living in harmony and cooperation. 303 00:34:38,173 --> 00:34:42,260 Yes, Your Majesty. I will remember your words. 304 00:34:42,261 --> 00:34:48,735 I will always support ideas that support our two nations working together. 305 00:34:49,214 --> 00:34:51,487 Thank you, Ambassador. 306 00:34:52,644 --> 00:34:56,723 The Qing envoy has left the capital, Your Highness. 307 00:34:56,724 --> 00:35:02,237 Indeed? I am so glad that everything was resolved. 308 00:35:02,686 --> 00:35:08,838 - How fortunate we all are! - Lady Sung has played a big role, Your Highness. 309 00:35:09,308 --> 00:35:14,568 I heard that she was a mediator between His Majesty and the Ambassador. 310 00:35:23,608 --> 00:35:28,096 I heard that you played a big role. Well done, Lady Sung. 311 00:35:28,379 --> 00:35:31,863 You have a done a great thing for our nation and His Majesty. 312 00:35:31,864 --> 00:35:38,812 Not at all, Your Majesty. All I did was deliver messages. 313 00:35:38,813 --> 00:35:44,515 - I did nothing to deserve such praise. - No, that alone is a great deed. 314 00:35:45,202 --> 00:35:52,131 If you did not think to do something, this would not have been resolved so easily. 315 00:35:53,034 --> 00:35:54,832 You are gracious, Your Majesty. 316 00:36:22,635 --> 00:36:24,387 Your Highness... 317 00:36:24,388 --> 00:36:28,505 - Were you visiting with the queen? - Yes, Your Highness. 318 00:36:29,630 --> 00:36:32,461 Alright. You may go on your way. 319 00:36:33,501 --> 00:36:37,581 - Yes, Your Highness. - Let's go. 320 00:36:45,843 --> 00:36:51,197 She really is too much! How could she not say anything? 321 00:36:51,604 --> 00:36:56,362 Would Heaven fall out of the sky if she said "well done" to you...? 322 00:36:56,363 --> 00:37:01,738 - Enough! How dare you be so impudent! - Forgive me. 323 00:37:03,163 --> 00:37:09,289 But aren't you upset at all? You played such a big role in this! 324 00:37:11,014 --> 00:37:15,573 Isn't it about time that she acknowledges you? 325 00:37:32,699 --> 00:37:34,832 - Is this today's report? - Yes, My Lord. 326 00:37:44,180 --> 00:37:48,499 - Did you read today's report? - Why? Is something the matter? 327 00:37:49,005 --> 00:37:54,887 No, but it looks like Inspector Jung has received top place! Look at this! 328 00:37:55,366 --> 00:37:58,765 We know about that. We were just talking about it. 329 00:37:58,800 --> 00:38:02,576 He's truly remarkable! First place in the exams and first place again! 330 00:38:02,577 --> 00:38:08,660 I agree. I worked really hard this year but looks like he was better. 331 00:38:10,000 --> 00:38:14,010 Where is he, by the way? Has he gone to collect his award? 332 00:38:15,820 --> 00:38:20,094 - He should be getting his punishment. - Punishment? 333 00:38:40,214 --> 00:38:43,496 I have never seen anyone worse than you. 334 00:38:43,497 --> 00:38:47,656 How can you still not hit the target after all these days? 335 00:38:48,591 --> 00:38:50,432 Come over here. 336 00:39:00,767 --> 00:39:02,695 That's amazing! 337 00:39:03,971 --> 00:39:06,979 Let's stop wasting time. Just give up. 338 00:39:07,338 --> 00:39:13,264 Give up! Never! His Majesty has ordered me to learn archery! 339 00:39:19,679 --> 00:39:23,064 I don't think you'll ever learn archery. 340 00:39:23,784 --> 00:39:30,503 - Then what...? - I suspect your arms are too weak to pull the bowstring. 341 00:39:31,274 --> 00:39:34,054 Before we practice archery, I think we better increase your arm muscles. 342 00:39:38,803 --> 00:39:40,931 Raise it higher! 343 00:39:44,411 --> 00:39:46,714 Stretch out your arms! 344 00:39:50,735 --> 00:39:53,902 Your arms need to become stronger! Raise your arms! 345 00:40:00,140 --> 00:40:03,027 Isn't that Inspector Jung Ya Gyong? 346 00:40:04,100 --> 00:40:07,324 Dae Su must be making him suffer under the guise of training him. 347 00:40:07,325 --> 00:40:13,196 That rascal! Why does he like harassing the Gyujunggak custodians so much? 348 00:40:14,632 --> 00:40:19,081 Do you think he has an inferiority complex with smart people? 349 00:40:19,523 --> 00:40:21,833 Perhaps. 350 00:40:24,296 --> 00:40:26,479 Your Majesty... 351 00:40:27,326 --> 00:40:29,063 Raise them! 352 00:40:29,164 --> 00:40:30,364 What is going on? 353 00:40:30,759 --> 00:40:35,128 Officer Park is training Inspector Jung, Your Majesty. 354 00:40:35,794 --> 00:40:37,959 He is doing a good job. 355 00:40:45,407 --> 00:40:47,407 Your Majesty! 356 00:40:49,035 --> 00:40:51,457 Put your arms down. 357 00:40:54,222 --> 00:40:57,478 How is it going? Can you hit the target now? 358 00:40:58,663 --> 00:41:02,368 He can't even hit the poster let alone the target. 359 00:41:02,369 --> 00:41:07,039 - In that case, you must train him harder. - Yes, Your Majesty. 360 00:41:07,615 --> 00:41:11,614 Your Majesty! Please save me! I can't do this any more! 361 00:41:12,135 --> 00:41:17,054 I'll do anything you ask! Please don't make me learn archery! 362 00:41:17,653 --> 00:41:20,239 No. You may be a civil servant, 363 00:41:20,240 --> 00:41:23,536 but how can you protect this country if you don't know how to fight? 364 00:41:24,525 --> 00:41:27,638 - Take your bow and stand. - Your Majesty! 365 00:41:27,673 --> 00:41:29,976 What are you doing there? 366 00:41:48,546 --> 00:41:52,269 Since you did not keep your promise, I will have to punish you. 367 00:41:54,812 --> 00:41:58,953 I will send Inspector Jung to exile. Seize him. 368 00:42:01,454 --> 00:42:05,654 What? Send him to exile, Your Majesty? 369 00:42:05,842 --> 00:42:08,658 That's right. Exile. 370 00:42:18,526 --> 00:42:21,376 Get on the boat. 371 00:42:22,642 --> 00:42:24,287 Your Majesty! 372 00:42:24,288 --> 00:42:26,482 That island will be your place of exile. 373 00:42:26,483 --> 00:42:32,048 Stay there until you figure out how to strengthen your own weak body. 374 00:42:33,484 --> 00:42:35,941 Yes, Your Majesty. 375 00:42:38,095 --> 00:42:42,175 While you are in exile, I want you to think about something. 376 00:42:44,495 --> 00:42:48,738 Find out how thousands of people can cross a river at the same time. 377 00:42:49,042 --> 00:42:53,306 Thousands of people at the same time? 378 00:42:53,307 --> 00:42:54,765 That's right. 379 00:42:55,297 --> 00:42:59,352 Why would thousands of people need to cross a river at the same time? 380 00:42:59,353 --> 00:43:03,521 I'll tell you that after you've come up with a solution. 381 00:43:03,949 --> 00:43:06,360 Now go on your way! 382 00:43:55,530 --> 00:43:59,229 Thousands of people crossing the river? 383 00:44:00,710 --> 00:44:03,865 Thousands of people? 384 00:44:09,490 --> 00:44:16,046 I have so many books to read! When will this exile end? 385 00:44:37,666 --> 00:44:40,776 Did you say two thousand people? 386 00:44:40,777 --> 00:44:44,852 That's right. This year's military exam will select two thousand people. 387 00:44:46,318 --> 00:44:53,257 Everyone, quiet! You must realize the scale of this examination. 388 00:44:53,696 --> 00:45:00,323 I'm sure all of you realize how prepared all of us must be for this year's examinations. 389 00:45:01,567 --> 00:45:05,398 Listen to Artist Tak and Artist Yi and make sure all preparations are ready. 390 00:45:06,153 --> 00:45:08,300 - Yes, Sir. - Yes, Sir. 391 00:45:12,683 --> 00:45:17,867 Why are they selecting two thousand men this year? 392 00:45:18,411 --> 00:45:19,575 You're so ignorant. 393 00:45:20,377 --> 00:45:23,569 Ignorant? Do you know something? 394 00:45:23,981 --> 00:45:28,012 Remember how the Qing soldiers came and caused a commotion? 395 00:45:28,013 --> 00:45:31,155 That's because our military power is weak. 396 00:45:31,591 --> 00:45:33,899 That's why they're selecting more military officers. 397 00:45:34,540 --> 00:45:36,902 How do you know so much? 398 00:45:38,710 --> 00:45:43,429 I am going to be promoted soon to Official. So it's only normal that I am aware of things. 399 00:45:44,638 --> 00:45:47,631 What? Promoted to official? 400 00:45:49,101 --> 00:45:52,560 - Official Tak? - Artist Yi. 401 00:46:00,791 --> 00:46:03,711 Did you say a promotion? 402 00:46:08,858 --> 00:46:13,624 When two thousand officers are selected, the military order will be reorganized. 403 00:46:13,625 --> 00:46:19,804 Dae Su is going to be promoted to take over a high position in the military service. 404 00:46:25,625 --> 00:46:30,141 Don't say anything until it's announced officially. Understand? 405 00:46:31,110 --> 00:46:33,109 Yes, My Lord! 406 00:46:52,659 --> 00:46:58,576 Selecting two thousand new military officers is certainly a sign of upcoming reorganization. 407 00:47:02,426 --> 00:47:08,056 His Majesty has been planning on strengthening defenses when he formed the Imperial Guard. 408 00:47:09,170 --> 00:47:14,370 This is most certainly another sign of him flexing his royal authority. 409 00:47:15,475 --> 00:47:20,013 Now that he has been king for a few years, it is only fair that he does so. 410 00:47:20,822 --> 00:47:24,318 His Majesty is growing more powerful day by day. 411 00:47:24,617 --> 00:47:28,744 But I am losing power even as we speak. 412 00:47:29,215 --> 00:47:31,408 But even so... 413 00:47:32,010 --> 00:47:38,312 I still have not found out what it is that he is using to oppress me. 414 00:47:38,601 --> 00:47:40,839 Please be a little bit more patient, Your Majesty. 415 00:47:40,840 --> 00:47:45,181 I am investigating this, so you will have your answer shortly. 416 00:47:52,765 --> 00:47:54,901 Wife! 417 00:47:56,302 --> 00:47:57,902 You're home? 418 00:47:58,508 --> 00:48:01,595 Did something good happen? 419 00:48:01,634 --> 00:48:03,753 - No. - It's all over your face! 420 00:48:05,541 --> 00:48:10,151 I can tell what people are thinking when I look at their faces. 421 00:48:10,364 --> 00:48:12,234 You want to see? 422 00:48:12,629 --> 00:48:17,303 That man over there is a country bumpkin who is in the capital for the first time. 423 00:48:17,304 --> 00:48:19,833 It's great here! 424 00:48:22,444 --> 00:48:25,072 And that man over there... 425 00:48:28,691 --> 00:48:33,293 - Oh, that's strange. - What's strange? 426 00:48:34,229 --> 00:48:38,635 He looks nervous. Like he has committed a crime. 427 00:48:39,077 --> 00:48:41,215 Committed a crime? 428 00:49:39,465 --> 00:49:42,888 - Did you hear about the upcoming military exams? - Yes, My Lord. 429 00:49:43,521 --> 00:49:46,898 We have make sure everyone passes and enters military service. 430 00:49:47,238 --> 00:49:50,049 - Train everyone properly. - Yes, My Lord. 431 00:49:55,655 --> 00:49:57,817 What is it? 432 00:50:01,129 --> 00:50:04,461 What? Is that true? 433 00:50:05,255 --> 00:50:07,300 Be quiet! 434 00:50:07,301 --> 00:50:11,758 You have to keep this to yourself until it's announced officially, alright? 435 00:50:11,759 --> 00:50:14,749 - Or we'll be in trouble! - Alright. 436 00:50:15,170 --> 00:50:19,672 What about Officer Kang and Officer Suh? 437 00:50:19,673 --> 00:50:21,967 Am I the only one being promoted? 438 00:50:21,968 --> 00:50:25,764 Official Nam didn't say anything, so you must be the only one. 439 00:50:26,135 --> 00:50:33,109 Dae Su! You're the king's confidante and Concubine Sung's friend! 440 00:50:33,743 --> 00:50:39,302 Who else in the entire palace has better supporters than you? 441 00:50:44,238 --> 00:50:47,501 If I'm the only one being promoted, I'll feel bad. 442 00:50:47,502 --> 00:50:50,000 You'll be fine. 443 00:51:01,222 --> 00:51:03,565 Dae Su! 444 00:51:03,964 --> 00:51:05,773 Have you heard anything? 445 00:51:07,370 --> 00:51:11,938 Did you hear anything about what will happen to us when the military gets reorganized? 446 00:51:14,371 --> 00:51:18,763 - N..no. - Ask Official Nam or your uncle. 447 00:51:19,226 --> 00:51:21,559 I'm sure they'll know before us. 448 00:51:24,132 --> 00:51:26,891 How can I ask them something like that? 449 00:51:29,442 --> 00:51:32,204 This is a good opportunity for our careers. 450 00:51:36,063 --> 00:51:39,594 - Congratulations, Sir! - Congratulations for what? 451 00:51:39,595 --> 00:51:45,138 Didn't you hear? Everyone knows that the three of you will be promoted soon. 452 00:51:45,610 --> 00:51:47,439 The news has spread everywhere! 453 00:51:50,965 --> 00:51:55,901 All three of us? Are you sure they said all three of us? 454 00:51:55,902 --> 00:51:58,184 Yes, that's what I heard! 455 00:51:59,734 --> 00:52:02,966 Officer Suh! Dae Su! 456 00:52:25,819 --> 00:52:29,313 I will do my examinations now. 457 00:52:50,455 --> 00:52:51,447 What did you find? 458 00:52:52,941 --> 00:52:54,357 She is definitely pregnant, Your Majesty! 459 00:52:56,567 --> 00:52:59,360 - Are you certain? - Yes, Your Majesty! 460 00:53:01,960 --> 00:53:03,927 Your Majesty! 461 00:53:07,286 --> 00:53:10,542 Well done! You have accomplished a great task! 462 00:53:10,830 --> 00:53:13,543 - Congratulations! - Congratulations, My Lady! 463 00:53:16,808 --> 00:53:21,054 From now on, you will have to take special precautions. 464 00:53:21,487 --> 00:53:29,333 You must be especially careful so that the baby will be born safely. 465 00:53:30,064 --> 00:53:32,431 Yes, Your Majesty. 466 00:53:33,087 --> 00:53:39,642 I must go and tell His Majesty the good news. He will so pleased to hear it! 467 00:53:40,811 --> 00:53:43,431 - I will go to the Grand Palace. - Yes, Your Majesty. 468 00:53:47,146 --> 00:53:49,288 What did you just say? 469 00:53:49,810 --> 00:53:54,452 Lady Sung has become pregnant. Congratulations, Your Majesty! 470 00:53:58,540 --> 00:54:01,284 - Are you sure? - Yes, Your Majesty. 471 00:54:01,285 --> 00:54:04,604 It has been confirmed by the royal physician. 472 00:54:18,359 --> 00:54:21,094 His Majesty the King! 473 00:54:27,858 --> 00:54:31,038 - Song Yeon! - Your Majesty. 474 00:54:34,717 --> 00:54:38,719 You have given me the greatest gift. 475 00:54:39,286 --> 00:54:41,553 Thank you, Song Yeon! 476 00:54:42,840 --> 00:54:44,956 Your Majesty... 477 00:54:45,509 --> 00:54:46,748 Let's sit down. 478 00:54:54,811 --> 00:54:58,654 - Do you feel well? - Yes, Your Majesty. 479 00:54:59,811 --> 00:55:02,051 Come closer. 480 00:55:06,266 --> 00:55:10,644 Don't pretend to be fine if you're not. Complain if you don't feel well. 481 00:55:11,076 --> 00:55:13,544 I'll listen to everything you say. 482 00:55:14,036 --> 00:55:16,176 You are most gracious, Your Majesty. 483 00:55:27,909 --> 00:55:32,255 These herbs are from the queen and those are from the Grand Palace. 484 00:55:32,256 --> 00:55:36,395 - So take good care of them! - Yes, My Lady. 485 00:55:36,396 --> 00:55:38,746 Be careful! 486 00:55:48,909 --> 00:55:51,357 Be careful with those. 487 00:55:55,868 --> 00:55:58,190 Those too. 488 00:55:59,105 --> 00:56:06,148 There's so much to handle! Be careful with those! 489 00:56:08,637 --> 00:56:12,801 Thank you for coming here to visit me, Your Highness. 490 00:56:12,836 --> 00:56:20,143 Not at all. It is my duty to congratulate you for this joyous occasion. 491 00:56:23,190 --> 00:56:26,679 So, what has Mother said to you? 492 00:56:29,653 --> 00:56:36,733 I'm sure she is overjoyed as this is a long-awaited pregnancy for the royal family. 493 00:56:39,266 --> 00:56:43,485 I have not seen Her Highness yet. 494 00:56:44,229 --> 00:56:49,075 What? You haven't seen Mother yet? 495 00:56:49,594 --> 00:56:55,383 She must have heard the news. Are you saying she hasn't come here yet? 496 00:57:19,988 --> 00:57:25,188 You're saying that Mother has yet to send a message to Lady Sung's chambers? 497 00:57:26,461 --> 00:57:28,683 Yes, Your Majesty. 498 00:57:36,979 --> 00:57:39,181 Your Majesty. 499 00:57:40,418 --> 00:57:42,155 I am here to see Mother. Announce me. 500 00:57:42,156 --> 00:57:45,162 Yes, Your Majesty. 501 00:57:51,439 --> 00:57:54,402 So what is it you wish to say to me? 502 00:57:54,940 --> 00:58:01,715 Have you come to tell me to give her the royal designation now that she is expecting? 503 00:58:02,846 --> 00:58:06,921 Mother, that is not what I have come here to say. 504 00:58:07,277 --> 00:58:10,956 Lady Sung has been living in the palace for over a year now. 505 00:58:11,436 --> 00:58:17,059 You must know what kind of person she is by now. 506 00:58:20,860 --> 00:58:22,060 Mother. 507 00:58:25,215 --> 00:58:28,978 Your Highness, Lady Sung is here to see you. 508 00:58:29,319 --> 00:58:31,527 Let her enter. 509 00:58:51,224 --> 00:58:53,220 Your Majesty... 510 00:58:55,415 --> 00:58:57,429 Have a seat. 511 00:59:08,762 --> 00:59:11,654 I summoned Lady Sung here to speak to her. 512 00:59:11,655 --> 00:59:17,030 But you should stay as it concerns you as well. 513 00:59:23,421 --> 00:59:28,239 Take a look. It is a royal designation from the Ladies Court. 514 00:59:34,740 --> 00:59:35,940 Your Highness. 515 00:59:37,650 --> 00:59:41,553 Lady Sung will receive a royal designation as Royal Concubine of the third rank. 516 00:59:41,554 --> 00:59:45,366 Please be aware of that. 517 00:59:46,286 --> 00:59:48,290 Mother... 518 00:59:49,275 --> 00:59:52,759 Now that you have been given a royal designation, 519 00:59:53,192 --> 00:59:56,447 I will now acknowledge you as part of the royal family. 520 01:00:00,479 --> 01:00:06,600 So from now onwards, you will no longer address me as Your Highness, but Mother. 521 01:00:06,601 --> 01:00:08,001 Do you hear me? 522 01:00:11,274 --> 01:00:14,049 Yes... 523 01:00:34,050 --> 01:00:40,050 Main Translator: MrsKorea 524 01:00:40,051 --> 01:00:46,051 Timer and Editor: MrsKorea 525 01:00:46,052 --> 01:00:52,052 Coordinator: mily2 526 01:00:52,053 --> 01:00:58,053 Special thanks to: Suz07 527 01:01:42,054 --> 01:01:46,054 This is a FREE fansub. 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