1 00:00:15,474 --> 00:00:17,559 [Mirab] Previously on House of David. 2 00:00:17,643 --> 00:00:19,228 As a reward for your bravery, 3 00:00:19,311 --> 00:00:22,314 I give you command of a thousand men! 4 00:00:22,397 --> 00:00:25,317 [crowd cheering] 5 00:00:26,902 --> 00:00:28,987 We are worthy. We always have been. 6 00:00:29,071 --> 00:00:32,282 And if you truly believed that, what would you ask for? 7 00:00:32,366 --> 00:00:36,620 I offer you my beautiful daughter in marriage. 8 00:00:36,703 --> 00:00:37,788 Mirab. 9 00:00:39,122 --> 00:00:40,624 You shamed my daughter. 10 00:00:40,707 --> 00:00:42,084 Did you defile this man's daughter? 11 00:00:42,167 --> 00:00:43,752 I mean, probably, I... Uh... 12 00:00:43,836 --> 00:00:45,504 I choose to banish my son. 13 00:00:45,587 --> 00:00:47,714 [Yahir] He can never return without paying his debt. 14 00:00:48,382 --> 00:00:50,384 [Besai] I would use dark magic. 15 00:00:50,467 --> 00:00:51,718 He will not change the law. 16 00:00:51,802 --> 00:00:53,428 [Besai] Perhaps you will have to. 17 00:00:53,512 --> 00:00:56,348 You and I are the only two of our line who will survive. 18 00:00:56,431 --> 00:00:58,016 You must crown me king. 19 00:00:58,100 --> 00:00:59,268 [Ahinoam] Keep this between us for now. 20 00:00:59,351 --> 00:01:00,727 We did this out of necessity. 21 00:01:00,811 --> 00:01:03,689 - [Adriel] Great prophet. - Send for the family of Jesse. 22 00:01:03,772 --> 00:01:06,984 What I know has a currency worth more than gold. 23 00:01:07,568 --> 00:01:09,152 [Eshbaal gasps, grunts] 24 00:01:09,236 --> 00:01:11,321 [yells, grunts] 25 00:01:21,081 --> 00:01:23,083 [Eshbaal] I'll start with a question. 26 00:01:24,334 --> 00:01:25,586 Can people change? 27 00:01:26,837 --> 00:01:28,922 Can they rise above their nature? 28 00:01:30,132 --> 00:01:34,303 Life has taught me we emerge through fire. 29 00:01:37,014 --> 00:01:38,765 We transform through suffering. 30 00:01:41,393 --> 00:01:42,769 Let me tell you my story. 31 00:01:43,270 --> 00:01:46,273 [shouting, panting] 32 00:01:49,359 --> 00:01:53,030 You are Eshbaal? Prince of Israel? 33 00:01:53,614 --> 00:01:57,117 Banished to Endor by his own family. Yes? 34 00:01:57,826 --> 00:01:59,411 [breathes shakily] Yes. 35 00:02:00,495 --> 00:02:01,496 Good. 36 00:02:03,999 --> 00:02:05,000 [exhales sharply] 37 00:02:08,879 --> 00:02:09,880 Are you coming? 38 00:02:12,090 --> 00:02:14,259 [breathes heavily] 39 00:02:26,813 --> 00:02:28,815 [groaning] 40 00:02:31,276 --> 00:02:32,861 [panting, groaning] 41 00:02:34,238 --> 00:02:35,364 [door opens] 42 00:02:39,451 --> 00:02:42,037 If you plan to ransom me, I have disappointing news. 43 00:02:42,996 --> 00:02:45,290 I hold no value in my father's eyes. 44 00:02:45,791 --> 00:02:50,337 Perhaps, I see much more than he does. 45 00:02:51,338 --> 00:02:54,925 Come, my friend, we have no need for conflict. 46 00:02:56,009 --> 00:02:59,888 I'm no friend of yours, or your gods. 47 00:03:01,473 --> 00:03:04,434 You will learn in time. 48 00:03:04,518 --> 00:03:06,103 [Eshbaal breathing heavily] 49 00:03:09,147 --> 00:03:11,191 [Eshbaal grunting] 50 00:03:11,275 --> 00:03:13,777 - [groans, shouts] - [whip cracks] 51 00:03:17,072 --> 00:03:19,908 Do as you are told, and I will spare you the whip. 52 00:03:23,370 --> 00:03:25,038 It's not a trick. 53 00:03:26,206 --> 00:03:27,791 Have your fill. 54 00:03:31,211 --> 00:03:32,838 [grunting] 55 00:03:38,760 --> 00:03:44,016 Tell me, Prince, have you ever seen an elephant? 56 00:03:46,185 --> 00:03:47,853 [sighs] What do you want of me? 57 00:03:48,478 --> 00:03:54,234 [captor] Enormous, powerful creatures, but easy to tame. 58 00:03:55,068 --> 00:03:59,740 When they are young, you simply have to tie them to a pole by a rope. 59 00:04:00,741 --> 00:04:05,579 No matter how much they try, they cannot break their restraint. 60 00:04:05,662 --> 00:04:10,501 They resist, they fight, but in time they give up. 61 00:04:10,584 --> 00:04:12,669 [Eshbaal grunting, shouts] 62 00:04:13,378 --> 00:04:15,130 - [whip cracks] - [grunts] 63 00:04:15,214 --> 00:04:16,340 Once grown, 64 00:04:16,423 --> 00:04:22,346 the massive beast can be tied to the same pole by a simple string. 65 00:04:22,429 --> 00:04:23,555 [Eshbaal grunts, shouts] 66 00:04:24,806 --> 00:04:30,145 Because it thinks of itself what it has been taught to believe. 67 00:04:30,229 --> 00:04:31,230 [coughs] 68 00:04:32,064 --> 00:04:35,817 Power begins in the mind, 69 00:04:35,901 --> 00:04:38,403 - not in the body. - [whimpers] 70 00:04:40,197 --> 00:04:43,116 [Eshbaal] What do you want of me? 71 00:04:44,117 --> 00:04:48,372 [captor] You will suffer until you understand who you really are. 72 00:04:50,666 --> 00:04:53,085 - [whip cracking] - [Eshbaal grunting, shouts] 73 00:04:53,168 --> 00:04:54,586 [whimpers] 74 00:05:01,844 --> 00:05:03,095 [Eshbaal] No more. 75 00:05:04,429 --> 00:05:05,514 I'll do anything. 76 00:05:09,351 --> 00:05:10,352 Please. 77 00:05:19,528 --> 00:05:24,199 Remove his bindings. He is of no threat anymore. 78 00:05:31,915 --> 00:05:32,916 Sit down. 79 00:05:40,465 --> 00:05:41,758 Drink. 80 00:05:48,891 --> 00:05:51,894 [slurping] 81 00:06:02,237 --> 00:06:04,114 Why do you show me mercy now? 82 00:06:05,115 --> 00:06:06,116 [scoffs] 83 00:06:07,868 --> 00:06:09,953 Like the elephant, Eshbaal... 84 00:06:11,872 --> 00:06:15,751 you ceased resisting the rope that held you back. 85 00:06:17,169 --> 00:06:19,505 You became compliant, 86 00:06:19,588 --> 00:06:24,343 allowing lesser men to choose your fate, 87 00:06:25,052 --> 00:06:26,136 but now... 88 00:06:29,056 --> 00:06:33,185 it's time for you to decide your path... 89 00:06:35,562 --> 00:06:39,024 To decide for yourself. 90 00:06:39,107 --> 00:06:41,026 - [screams, grunts] - [gasps] 91 00:06:41,109 --> 00:06:44,530 I am loyal to the house of my father, Saul, son of Kish. 92 00:06:45,113 --> 00:06:46,198 Servant to none. 93 00:06:52,996 --> 00:06:54,164 I didn't break, Father. 94 00:06:55,249 --> 00:06:59,253 I killed my captors, freed the other prisoners, 95 00:07:00,379 --> 00:07:02,256 and together we escaped. 96 00:07:02,339 --> 00:07:06,260 [inhales deeply] It's quite the story, Eshbaal. 97 00:07:08,345 --> 00:07:10,305 I passed through the fire, Father. 98 00:07:11,932 --> 00:07:13,517 Do I not seem different to you? 99 00:07:14,518 --> 00:07:18,063 A man proves his substance by what he does, not what he says. 100 00:07:19,898 --> 00:07:24,152 Then allow me to earn your trust... with honesty. 101 00:07:26,321 --> 00:07:30,200 Before you returned in triumph, I was crowned king by Mother. 102 00:07:30,284 --> 00:07:32,494 We believed you had been defeated and killed, 103 00:07:32,995 --> 00:07:36,707 that someone had to step up and lead what was left of our people, and so I did. 104 00:07:36,790 --> 00:07:40,002 - You took your opportunity. - To protect my queen and your legacy. 105 00:07:40,085 --> 00:07:43,881 And yet neither of you spoke a word of it until now... 106 00:07:45,841 --> 00:07:49,469 You think I didn't hear whispers about your coronation? 107 00:07:51,638 --> 00:07:54,766 There are no secrets that time does not betray, Eshbaal. 108 00:07:57,853 --> 00:07:59,605 Mother would have told you in time. 109 00:08:01,940 --> 00:08:03,442 But I am telling you now. 110 00:08:04,568 --> 00:08:08,155 I have made more mistakes in my life than I care to admit, 111 00:08:08,238 --> 00:08:11,783 but I promise you I wish to redeem them all. 112 00:08:12,743 --> 00:08:13,952 How so? 113 00:08:15,954 --> 00:08:19,082 The woman I defiled and was banished for, 114 00:08:20,751 --> 00:08:24,922 I will marry her, in accordance with the Law of Moses. 115 00:08:25,589 --> 00:08:28,258 Ease the burden on our family and the kingdom, 116 00:08:28,842 --> 00:08:29,927 all for your glory... 117 00:08:31,595 --> 00:08:32,679 my king. 118 00:08:53,408 --> 00:08:57,162 David... David. [breathes shakily] 119 00:08:58,539 --> 00:09:00,040 I'm sorry. [sniffles] 120 00:09:02,584 --> 00:09:04,294 I don't know why he would do that. 121 00:09:04,378 --> 00:09:06,463 - My father he's just-- - [shushes] I know. 122 00:09:06,547 --> 00:09:09,550 [breathes heavily] I don't know what to do now. 123 00:09:10,384 --> 00:09:12,219 I know. But we cannot give up. 124 00:09:17,599 --> 00:09:18,600 What are you reading? 125 00:09:19,601 --> 00:09:21,353 - The story of Joseph. - Mmm. 126 00:09:21,937 --> 00:09:23,021 It's my favorite. 127 00:09:24,314 --> 00:09:28,318 - Would you read it to me? - Yes. Yes. 128 00:09:32,447 --> 00:09:35,534 "And Joseph said to them, do not be afraid... 129 00:09:38,871 --> 00:09:40,330 Am I in the place of God? 130 00:09:41,456 --> 00:09:46,253 You intended to harm me, but the Lord used it for good. 131 00:09:47,045 --> 00:09:49,298 - To..." - "To accomplish what is now being done." 132 00:09:52,593 --> 00:09:53,802 It's beautiful. 133 00:09:54,428 --> 00:09:57,347 These words, they give me hope. 134 00:09:59,099 --> 00:10:00,851 Hope... [chuckles] 135 00:10:01,810 --> 00:10:03,604 ...would be a welcome gift right now. 136 00:10:04,354 --> 00:10:05,647 Have you spoken to Mirab? 137 00:10:05,731 --> 00:10:06,982 Not yet. 138 00:10:07,065 --> 00:10:13,322 I need to speak with my father, uh, but I know all too well how that will go. 139 00:10:14,072 --> 00:10:15,365 Then let me speak to him. 140 00:10:16,241 --> 00:10:18,285 You don't know him like I do, David. 141 00:10:18,368 --> 00:10:20,662 He's... He's stubborn. 142 00:10:20,746 --> 00:10:23,207 He doesn't listen. [sniffles] 143 00:10:23,290 --> 00:10:27,377 [breathes shakily] Why is this so difficult? 144 00:10:28,462 --> 00:10:30,422 [stammers] We'll be fine, don't worry. 145 00:10:30,506 --> 00:10:33,842 It's like the world has conspired to hold us back. 146 00:10:34,426 --> 00:10:37,596 [stammers] It's constantly pushing us against the current. 147 00:10:37,679 --> 00:10:38,889 [sighing] No. 148 00:10:39,556 --> 00:10:41,975 Well, then we... we will keep swimming. 149 00:10:43,727 --> 00:10:47,397 Or better yet, we will change the course of the river altogether. 150 00:10:48,023 --> 00:10:52,027 Mychal, the Lord helped me defeat a giant, 151 00:10:53,028 --> 00:10:55,405 I'm sure he will help me speak to your father. 152 00:10:55,489 --> 00:10:56,490 Mmm. 153 00:10:57,699 --> 00:10:59,076 Well, my father, 154 00:11:00,285 --> 00:11:02,037 he will not fall so easily. 155 00:11:03,956 --> 00:11:05,082 What word, Abner? 156 00:11:05,165 --> 00:11:06,792 Samuel has escaped the city. 157 00:11:06,875 --> 00:11:09,127 He must have had help to get beyond the walls. 158 00:11:09,211 --> 00:11:10,546 We held Samuel captive? 159 00:11:11,255 --> 00:11:14,550 To help him remember the former days, yes. 160 00:11:14,633 --> 00:11:16,552 I have scouts searching for him. 161 00:11:17,135 --> 00:11:19,096 Anything more overt could have consequences-- 162 00:11:19,179 --> 00:11:21,598 The people revere him. As do I. 163 00:11:21,682 --> 00:11:25,143 That old snake will slither into the grass and bide his time. 164 00:11:25,227 --> 00:11:26,937 Surely he'll show up at the tabernacle? 165 00:11:27,020 --> 00:11:29,356 And there he will kiss my ring. 166 00:11:29,439 --> 00:11:30,524 And if he refuses? 167 00:11:31,608 --> 00:11:32,609 [Eshbaal] No. 168 00:11:32,693 --> 00:11:35,112 You cannot harm Samuel, Father. 169 00:11:35,195 --> 00:11:36,738 People would rise up. 170 00:11:36,822 --> 00:11:38,699 [clears throat] My king. 171 00:11:38,782 --> 00:11:40,200 Now is not the time, David. 172 00:11:40,284 --> 00:11:42,035 What troubles you? Come. 173 00:11:42,744 --> 00:11:44,329 There has been a great mistake. 174 00:11:46,415 --> 00:11:47,791 I cannot marry Mirab... 175 00:11:48,876 --> 00:11:50,460 when it is Mychal who I love. 176 00:11:51,795 --> 00:11:53,297 She wants us to be together. 177 00:11:53,380 --> 00:11:56,300 Surely her wishes matter, and-and my choice is-- 178 00:11:56,383 --> 00:11:58,302 - Choice? - Okay, you should go now. 179 00:11:58,385 --> 00:12:01,346 No, no, no, Abner. Let me tell you something about "choice." 180 00:12:02,556 --> 00:12:06,685 Men go to war and death when I order them to. 181 00:12:06,768 --> 00:12:09,521 I feed my people, or they starve. 182 00:12:10,105 --> 00:12:15,527 They live free or are enslaved because I choose one way or the other. 183 00:12:15,611 --> 00:12:19,615 No one dares question the wisdom of my actions. 184 00:12:19,698 --> 00:12:21,992 Who gave you the right? 185 00:12:22,993 --> 00:12:26,830 - I only ask that you reconsider. - Reconsider? 186 00:12:26,914 --> 00:12:30,167 All right, all right. That's enough. 187 00:12:30,918 --> 00:12:34,546 The King's gratitude is a cup not many get to drink from. 188 00:12:35,797 --> 00:12:37,049 Try and not choke on it. 189 00:12:38,509 --> 00:12:39,593 Go. 190 00:12:49,436 --> 00:12:51,271 Can you believe him? Why would he do this? 191 00:12:51,355 --> 00:12:54,107 You know what he's like. I'm sure he has his reasons. 192 00:12:54,191 --> 00:12:59,363 What reasons? David loves me and I love him. Father knows this. 193 00:12:59,905 --> 00:13:03,075 There... There is no good reason why he would have David marry you. 194 00:13:04,034 --> 00:13:05,786 [sighs] We should go. 195 00:13:05,869 --> 00:13:08,872 We should go and talk to him. You know, together. 196 00:13:08,956 --> 00:13:10,082 We can convince him, 197 00:13:10,165 --> 00:13:12,125 - get him to come to his senses-- - Will you stop cleaning? 198 00:13:12,209 --> 00:13:13,210 [sighs] 199 00:13:14,711 --> 00:13:17,214 - Father has made up his mind. - No. 200 00:13:17,297 --> 00:13:20,175 And I am the older sister, so it does make sense. 201 00:13:20,259 --> 00:13:21,635 Mirab. 202 00:13:21,718 --> 00:13:25,013 Perhaps Father thinks you are too softhearted for David, 203 00:13:25,097 --> 00:13:27,307 for what he needs to become. 204 00:13:28,141 --> 00:13:30,561 - Softhearted? - No, relax. 205 00:13:30,644 --> 00:13:32,354 I didn't mean to offend. 206 00:13:33,230 --> 00:13:34,898 I'm sure you didn't either. 207 00:13:35,983 --> 00:13:36,984 Right. 208 00:13:44,616 --> 00:13:45,701 [sighs] 209 00:13:45,784 --> 00:13:46,910 [soldiers grunting] 210 00:13:47,870 --> 00:13:50,080 I cannot marry Mirab. I will not. 211 00:13:51,123 --> 00:13:52,791 - [grunts] - [Abinadab] David. 212 00:13:52,875 --> 00:13:54,710 You cannot let frustration distract you. 213 00:13:54,793 --> 00:13:56,253 [clicks tongue] 214 00:13:57,588 --> 00:13:59,464 [David grunts] 215 00:13:59,548 --> 00:14:03,302 - [grunts, breathes heavily] - See? Distracted. 216 00:14:08,599 --> 00:14:09,933 You're our new commander? 217 00:14:10,517 --> 00:14:13,228 - I'm David. - Yes, yes, I know who you are. 218 00:14:14,313 --> 00:14:15,689 It's an honor to serve under you. 219 00:14:17,357 --> 00:14:18,817 Uriah. 220 00:14:20,068 --> 00:14:21,445 Uriah. 221 00:14:21,528 --> 00:14:24,072 And I am Oaz. 222 00:14:24,156 --> 00:14:25,532 Oaz. 223 00:14:25,616 --> 00:14:27,159 Nice to meet both of you. 224 00:14:27,242 --> 00:14:28,827 Thank you for the hand, Uriah. 225 00:14:28,911 --> 00:14:30,537 [Jonathan] Don't you all have duties? 226 00:14:31,246 --> 00:14:32,998 - [Oaz grunts] - [Abinadab] My prince. 227 00:14:35,501 --> 00:14:37,836 - [Jonathan] You're improving. - Am I? 228 00:14:38,420 --> 00:14:40,047 - No. - [David] Hmm. 229 00:14:40,130 --> 00:14:44,092 I was disarmed and humiliated more than a few times when I was learning. [sighs] 230 00:14:44,176 --> 00:14:47,846 Yes, well, you were a boy, not a commander. 231 00:14:47,930 --> 00:14:49,723 We're all capable of becoming more. 232 00:14:53,143 --> 00:14:54,561 Take up your sword. 233 00:14:55,187 --> 00:14:56,188 [David sighs] 234 00:14:56,271 --> 00:14:58,524 Less sparring, more footwork... 235 00:15:00,025 --> 00:15:01,026 and balance. 236 00:15:01,610 --> 00:15:02,694 You see? 237 00:15:04,321 --> 00:15:06,323 A soldier is not just brute force. 238 00:15:07,616 --> 00:15:08,825 He is finesse. 239 00:15:09,409 --> 00:15:11,078 [grunts] You try. 240 00:15:13,247 --> 00:15:15,707 Keep your weight low, your feet light. 241 00:15:16,583 --> 00:15:17,668 With confidence. 242 00:15:17,751 --> 00:15:19,920 You have to trust that you deserve this. 243 00:15:20,003 --> 00:15:22,089 You see, my father taught me long ago... 244 00:15:23,590 --> 00:15:25,926 a leader must believe he is cut from that cloth. 245 00:15:26,510 --> 00:15:28,512 Whether it started as fine silk or wool, 246 00:15:29,513 --> 00:15:31,223 a king can be fashioned from either. 247 00:15:35,352 --> 00:15:37,604 [sniffs] Who told you to stop? Keep moving. 248 00:15:37,688 --> 00:15:39,481 - Oh... Yes. - Again. 249 00:15:39,565 --> 00:15:41,567 Yes. Let it flow. 250 00:15:42,442 --> 00:15:43,527 Use your hips. 251 00:15:43,610 --> 00:15:44,611 Be strong. 252 00:15:45,779 --> 00:15:47,155 - Let's go. - Mm-hmm. 253 00:15:47,823 --> 00:15:48,824 Again. 254 00:15:48,907 --> 00:15:50,909 - Balance. - [groans] 255 00:15:50,993 --> 00:15:52,995 [Achish grunting] 256 00:16:02,004 --> 00:16:03,589 - You ready? - It's a bet. Ow! 257 00:16:04,339 --> 00:16:05,924 [David grunts] 258 00:16:06,008 --> 00:16:08,010 - [Jonathan] Better. - [chuckles] 259 00:16:14,057 --> 00:16:16,560 [Jonathan] Pointing towards your enemy always. Nice. 260 00:16:19,104 --> 00:16:22,065 And forward on the same foot, cut down. 261 00:16:24,526 --> 00:16:28,655 [grunting, roaring] 262 00:16:37,206 --> 00:16:39,041 [both grunting, panting] 263 00:16:39,625 --> 00:16:41,335 - [Jonathan] Good. - [David chuckles] 264 00:16:42,085 --> 00:16:44,463 - [Jonathan, David grunting] - [swords clashing] 265 00:16:53,514 --> 00:16:55,098 [Saul] The boy is a natural. 266 00:16:56,183 --> 00:16:57,643 A hero in the making. 267 00:16:57,726 --> 00:16:58,769 [Ahinoam] Yes. 268 00:17:00,103 --> 00:17:04,942 But if he shines too bright even a king may find himself blinded. 269 00:17:05,692 --> 00:17:07,277 I know what I'm doing. 270 00:17:09,738 --> 00:17:12,324 And yet you invited chaos into our home. 271 00:17:12,407 --> 00:17:13,575 Our daughters... 272 00:17:15,410 --> 00:17:19,540 Why must you make these decisions without discussing with me first? 273 00:17:20,249 --> 00:17:21,250 [Jonathan] Remember. 274 00:17:21,875 --> 00:17:23,210 You're right. 275 00:17:24,920 --> 00:17:27,089 Part of love is trust and honesty. 276 00:17:27,798 --> 00:17:32,427 A husband and wife should keep no secrets from each other. 277 00:17:33,720 --> 00:17:34,888 Do you agree? 278 00:17:40,686 --> 00:17:41,687 Who told you? 279 00:17:44,147 --> 00:17:45,315 Does it matter? 280 00:17:45,941 --> 00:17:49,570 I was meaning to tell you myself when the time was right. 281 00:17:50,237 --> 00:17:51,738 And yet, you did not. 282 00:17:54,032 --> 00:17:57,035 I understand. You did what you felt you had to. 283 00:18:03,500 --> 00:18:07,754 But admit it, you did grieve me a bit quickly. 284 00:18:09,756 --> 00:18:11,550 May I never have to again. 285 00:18:14,011 --> 00:18:16,263 - [Jonathan, David grunting] - [swords clashing] 286 00:18:21,518 --> 00:18:23,020 [Saul sighs] 287 00:18:25,439 --> 00:18:26,732 [Saul] My love... 288 00:18:29,985 --> 00:18:31,778 Never lie to me again. 289 00:18:40,871 --> 00:18:42,956 [Abner] Supplies are low with ore. 290 00:18:43,790 --> 00:18:45,542 We must continue this another time. 291 00:18:47,628 --> 00:18:49,630 - Give us a few days. - Yes. 292 00:18:52,216 --> 00:18:53,550 You summoned us, Father? 293 00:18:53,634 --> 00:18:55,677 There are many matters to be resolved. 294 00:18:55,761 --> 00:18:57,679 Not least is Eshbaal's return. 295 00:18:57,763 --> 00:19:00,599 Mmm. So how do we settle the dispute with Yahir? 296 00:19:00,682 --> 00:19:04,645 Eshbaal will wed Dinah, the daughter of Yahir of Dan. 297 00:19:06,980 --> 00:19:08,065 This was my decision. 298 00:19:08,148 --> 00:19:11,193 The Law of Moses will be respected. 299 00:19:11,276 --> 00:19:13,487 The kingdom will be stronger for it. 300 00:19:14,571 --> 00:19:17,491 You and your men will escort your brother to negotiate. 301 00:19:17,574 --> 00:19:19,451 Be wise and respectful. 302 00:19:20,035 --> 00:19:22,329 Show Yahir we take him seriously. 303 00:19:23,539 --> 00:19:24,957 David should lead. 304 00:19:26,708 --> 00:19:29,211 Yes, teach him. 305 00:19:29,294 --> 00:19:31,213 A leader of men is more than just a warrior. 306 00:19:32,130 --> 00:19:35,217 You must also be capable of crafting peace. 307 00:19:35,926 --> 00:19:37,344 Thank you, my king. 308 00:19:38,804 --> 00:19:40,264 [Abner] You have your orders. 309 00:19:46,311 --> 00:19:48,272 You're really going to marry her? 310 00:19:48,772 --> 00:19:51,024 - I thought you said she had a lumpy back. - [scoffs] 311 00:19:51,108 --> 00:19:53,527 In truth, I don't remember. 312 00:19:57,656 --> 00:19:59,116 [Mychal] You have everything? 313 00:19:59,700 --> 00:20:00,784 Be safe. 314 00:20:08,250 --> 00:20:10,752 You may want to keep a closer eye on him. 315 00:20:15,215 --> 00:20:17,009 Good luck on your little adventure. 316 00:20:17,759 --> 00:20:21,096 When you return, we can begin to make arrangements. 317 00:20:22,139 --> 00:20:24,266 Can't let Eshbaal be the first to marry, can we? 318 00:20:24,349 --> 00:20:26,894 [chuckles] 319 00:20:26,977 --> 00:20:28,562 I must be going. 320 00:20:36,236 --> 00:20:37,237 Hello. 321 00:20:54,087 --> 00:20:55,214 My queen. 322 00:20:59,551 --> 00:21:00,802 My friend. 323 00:21:00,886 --> 00:21:03,555 The king has been restored. 324 00:21:05,641 --> 00:21:09,728 Now is the time when magic and witchcraft must return to the shadows. 325 00:21:13,857 --> 00:21:17,653 I'm afraid it is not safe for you to remain here in Gibeah. 326 00:21:18,403 --> 00:21:20,113 So I am to be banished? 327 00:21:20,197 --> 00:21:23,367 No. No, this is not a punishment. 328 00:21:24,201 --> 00:21:25,577 I am protecting both of us. 329 00:21:27,788 --> 00:21:30,290 I owe you a debt of gratitude... 330 00:21:31,625 --> 00:21:33,252 for your friendship... 331 00:21:34,419 --> 00:21:35,629 and discretion. 332 00:21:39,216 --> 00:21:41,051 If you ever need me again... [shivers] 333 00:21:42,761 --> 00:21:44,513 I will find you. [chuckles] 334 00:21:49,351 --> 00:21:50,394 [Besai sniffles] 335 00:22:06,618 --> 00:22:08,954 - [hooves clattering] - [horses neighing] 336 00:22:27,055 --> 00:22:29,308 - [grunts, chokes] - [demonic animal sounds] 337 00:22:30,851 --> 00:22:33,270 - [grunts] - [demonic sounds continue] 338 00:22:33,353 --> 00:22:36,148 - [growling] - [grunts, whimpers] 339 00:22:36,231 --> 00:22:38,150 [shouts, groans] 340 00:22:40,944 --> 00:22:41,945 [grunts] 341 00:22:46,325 --> 00:22:48,577 [pigeon cooing] 342 00:23:03,967 --> 00:23:05,594 [door opens] 343 00:23:07,971 --> 00:23:09,014 [door opens] 344 00:23:15,979 --> 00:23:17,773 The room has been done already. 345 00:23:18,732 --> 00:23:21,360 The jeweler has repaired your necklace. 346 00:23:21,443 --> 00:23:22,694 I was returning it. 347 00:23:25,656 --> 00:23:28,617 Your duties are with the princesses. See to those. 348 00:23:28,700 --> 00:23:30,202 Yes, my queen. 349 00:23:31,537 --> 00:23:32,871 [gasps] 350 00:23:35,832 --> 00:23:39,586 I trust you've checked every corner for scorpions? 351 00:23:40,170 --> 00:23:41,839 Scorpions, my queen? 352 00:23:42,422 --> 00:23:45,384 Yes, elusive little things. 353 00:23:46,593 --> 00:23:48,929 Crawling through the smallest crack, 354 00:23:49,805 --> 00:23:52,808 hoping to catch their prey unaware. 355 00:23:53,392 --> 00:23:58,021 We must be careful to crush them before they can do any harm. 356 00:24:01,066 --> 00:24:02,234 You're hurting me. 357 00:24:06,947 --> 00:24:09,366 [gasps, breathes shakily] 358 00:24:15,080 --> 00:24:19,209 The people would celebrate a union between David and either princess. 359 00:24:19,293 --> 00:24:20,586 Why can it not be me? 360 00:24:20,669 --> 00:24:23,839 Even in victory there are still wolves at my door. 361 00:24:24,798 --> 00:24:27,509 I need the giant killer at my side. 362 00:24:28,177 --> 00:24:30,012 He is a symbol of God's faith in me. 363 00:24:30,095 --> 00:24:31,889 [stammers] And I could make him happy. 364 00:24:32,472 --> 00:24:35,392 [sighs] This is not about making him happy. 365 00:24:36,018 --> 00:24:41,064 This is about shaping him into the man I need him to become to serve my will. 366 00:24:41,148 --> 00:24:42,858 - But, Father-- - Mychal. 367 00:24:43,567 --> 00:24:46,862 I love you with the light of a thousand stars. 368 00:24:49,907 --> 00:24:51,742 But your sister is right. 369 00:24:51,825 --> 00:24:53,952 She is the better choice. 370 00:24:56,079 --> 00:24:59,291 Did Mirab ask you for this? 371 00:24:59,374 --> 00:25:00,542 She did. 372 00:25:00,626 --> 00:25:02,044 [gasps] 373 00:25:02,127 --> 00:25:04,463 It is what best serves our nation. 374 00:25:05,255 --> 00:25:07,257 My-Mychal. 375 00:25:07,883 --> 00:25:10,093 [sniffles, breathing shakily] 376 00:25:13,514 --> 00:25:15,349 - Mirab. - Mychal? [gasps] 377 00:25:15,432 --> 00:25:17,768 - [exclaims] - [gasps, grunts] 378 00:25:17,851 --> 00:25:22,272 It's not just... [sobbing] ...men who climb ladders to reach their ambition. 379 00:25:23,440 --> 00:25:25,192 It's petty sisters too. 380 00:25:26,568 --> 00:25:29,029 [crying] 381 00:25:33,534 --> 00:25:36,411 [horses neighing] 382 00:25:40,249 --> 00:25:41,750 How much further 'til Dan? 383 00:25:43,544 --> 00:25:46,171 Are you finding horse riding uncomfortable, brother? 384 00:25:47,381 --> 00:25:50,384 Or we could always arrange a donkey for you. 385 00:25:51,385 --> 00:25:52,636 Or you could just walk. 386 00:25:57,182 --> 00:26:00,060 Your brother does not hide his jealousy well. 387 00:26:00,143 --> 00:26:01,144 [scoffs] 388 00:26:01,728 --> 00:26:03,605 I didn't ask to be in command of him. 389 00:26:04,231 --> 00:26:06,275 I just want him to think I'm worthy. 390 00:26:08,110 --> 00:26:10,571 Well, if you seek it from those who won't give it, 391 00:26:11,780 --> 00:26:13,448 it says more about you than them. 392 00:26:18,287 --> 00:26:21,373 So, do you know how much further to Dan? 393 00:26:29,131 --> 00:26:33,635 Make way for the princes of Israel, Jonathan and Eshbaal. 394 00:26:34,678 --> 00:26:35,804 [guard] In what cause? 395 00:26:35,888 --> 00:26:38,557 An audience with your lord, Yahir of Dan. 396 00:26:42,519 --> 00:26:44,646 [guard] You won't find him at his court. 397 00:26:44,730 --> 00:26:45,981 He's in the woods beyond. 398 00:27:04,625 --> 00:27:07,085 [Jonathan] No matter what happens, don't lose your temper. 399 00:27:07,169 --> 00:27:09,421 When do I ever lose my temper, my prince? 400 00:27:14,051 --> 00:27:15,052 Yahir of Dan. 401 00:27:15,594 --> 00:27:18,680 I heard that a little dog was on the loose again. 402 00:27:18,764 --> 00:27:20,766 Come to grovel at my feet, hmm? 403 00:27:20,849 --> 00:27:23,143 [Jonathan] We are here on the orders of your king. 404 00:27:23,227 --> 00:27:26,313 Oh? The same king whose wife ordered her son into banishment 405 00:27:26,396 --> 00:27:27,648 for his sins against my house? 406 00:27:27,731 --> 00:27:29,233 Yet there he is. 407 00:27:29,316 --> 00:27:30,692 We only wish to talk. 408 00:27:31,276 --> 00:27:32,486 We're not talking. 409 00:27:33,237 --> 00:27:34,238 We're hunting. 410 00:27:34,947 --> 00:27:36,240 Hunting what? 411 00:27:37,032 --> 00:27:38,408 Wild boar. 412 00:27:38,909 --> 00:27:40,160 Boar is unclean. 413 00:27:41,787 --> 00:27:45,415 You invoke the law to me while standing beside your brother who broke it? 414 00:27:46,416 --> 00:27:47,918 Still, we don't eat it, 415 00:27:48,502 --> 00:27:52,548 but the Philistines do, and they have metal to trade for it. 416 00:27:52,631 --> 00:27:53,632 Brother. 417 00:27:55,592 --> 00:27:57,469 I offer what you first requested. 418 00:27:58,637 --> 00:28:01,640 A union by marriage of our two houses. 419 00:28:02,266 --> 00:28:03,267 [grunts] 420 00:28:04,476 --> 00:28:09,356 No, I am not interested in lifting your shame. 421 00:28:10,232 --> 00:28:12,526 Do not turn your back on your prince. 422 00:28:14,695 --> 00:28:16,697 Perhaps, uh, I could speak with Dinah. 423 00:28:18,532 --> 00:28:21,577 - Ask her thoughts? - [scoffs] When did her thoughts matter? 424 00:28:22,953 --> 00:28:25,956 I think you have traveled many miles for nothing. 425 00:28:26,039 --> 00:28:28,083 Best be on your way. 426 00:28:29,334 --> 00:28:32,087 [whispering] 427 00:28:33,463 --> 00:28:36,091 Are you the one they call the giant killer? 428 00:28:37,217 --> 00:28:38,927 Actually, it's, uh, giant slayer. 429 00:28:39,678 --> 00:28:42,347 Yes, I am David. 430 00:28:42,431 --> 00:28:45,893 I wonder if you are as quick with a blade as you are with a sling? 431 00:28:47,102 --> 00:28:48,562 Only one way to find out. 432 00:28:49,980 --> 00:28:50,981 Join me. 433 00:28:51,523 --> 00:28:53,442 I will not hunt an unclean animal. 434 00:28:55,152 --> 00:28:56,278 Very well. 435 00:28:57,196 --> 00:28:59,031 But you walk, don't you? 436 00:29:02,826 --> 00:29:04,203 Come. 437 00:29:04,286 --> 00:29:05,370 Let's hunt! 438 00:29:10,375 --> 00:29:11,502 Quiet now. 439 00:29:12,377 --> 00:29:14,505 Boars are clever animals. 440 00:29:15,923 --> 00:29:17,299 Dangerous too, when cornered. 441 00:29:17,883 --> 00:29:19,468 [scoffs] Much like the king. 442 00:29:19,551 --> 00:29:21,053 [chuckles] 443 00:29:22,095 --> 00:29:23,138 [boar grunting] 444 00:29:23,889 --> 00:29:25,265 [shushes] 445 00:29:26,934 --> 00:29:28,477 [grunting continues] 446 00:29:39,196 --> 00:29:41,990 [boar grunts loudly] 447 00:29:43,116 --> 00:29:44,409 [boar squeals] 448 00:29:45,035 --> 00:29:46,203 [grunts] 449 00:29:48,372 --> 00:29:51,124 - [hunter grunting] - [boar squealing] 450 00:29:53,585 --> 00:29:56,004 [boar croaking] 451 00:29:57,005 --> 00:29:58,006 [grunts] 452 00:29:58,924 --> 00:30:00,759 Dead by my blade! 453 00:30:00,843 --> 00:30:03,345 [soldiers cheering] 454 00:30:04,096 --> 00:30:05,222 Dinah, 455 00:30:05,722 --> 00:30:08,058 we have royal company. 456 00:30:09,393 --> 00:30:11,812 Here to beg for your dainty hand. 457 00:30:16,441 --> 00:30:18,026 You don't remember me? 458 00:30:22,239 --> 00:30:24,366 [Jonathan] Well, the king has secured a great victory. 459 00:30:24,449 --> 00:30:28,245 The leaders who did not support him in his hour of need, they face consequences. 460 00:30:28,328 --> 00:30:30,038 [chuckles] 461 00:30:30,122 --> 00:30:31,582 Are you threatening me? 462 00:30:33,709 --> 00:30:35,377 We're handing you an opportunity. 463 00:30:35,460 --> 00:30:39,047 Marrying Eshbaal and Dinah could prove mutually beneficial. 464 00:30:40,716 --> 00:30:42,301 [chuckles] 465 00:30:42,384 --> 00:30:44,928 After a war, a king has debts. 466 00:30:45,512 --> 00:30:48,432 What better way to pay them than lean on the wealthiest leader in all the land? 467 00:30:49,933 --> 00:30:53,187 And yet your mother... [spits] 468 00:30:54,521 --> 00:30:55,522 ...disrespected me. 469 00:30:55,606 --> 00:30:57,858 Yeah, a mistake she regrets. I assure you. 470 00:31:01,278 --> 00:31:03,947 What of you, giant slayer? 471 00:31:04,031 --> 00:31:05,866 What wisdom do you have for me? 472 00:31:11,747 --> 00:31:13,373 You spoke of disrespect before. 473 00:31:14,708 --> 00:31:16,251 It is a feeling I know well. 474 00:31:17,711 --> 00:31:23,217 All my life, so many voices telling me I was less than who I know I am. 475 00:31:23,967 --> 00:31:27,804 But I chose to draw strength from their words, and not be wounded by them. 476 00:31:29,223 --> 00:31:30,432 To rise above. 477 00:31:34,561 --> 00:31:35,562 Well said. 478 00:31:37,231 --> 00:31:40,984 You could reject the king's offer, and gain nothing. 479 00:31:42,778 --> 00:31:45,697 Or you could show strength and see what there is to gain. 480 00:31:49,243 --> 00:31:51,203 Surely, profit heals many wounds. 481 00:31:52,412 --> 00:31:55,749 Huh? [chuckles] 482 00:31:56,250 --> 00:31:58,377 Spoken like a true man of commerce. 483 00:31:59,378 --> 00:32:00,420 I'd be careful. 484 00:32:01,463 --> 00:32:03,882 This one's more of a leader than he yet realizes. 485 00:32:03,966 --> 00:32:05,175 [chuckles] 486 00:32:24,528 --> 00:32:25,988 You're quite handy with that. 487 00:32:29,700 --> 00:32:30,826 For a woman? 488 00:32:31,410 --> 00:32:32,411 For anyone. 489 00:32:33,912 --> 00:32:35,622 Were you not joining in the celebration? 490 00:32:37,124 --> 00:32:38,959 It was your kill after all. 491 00:32:39,042 --> 00:32:41,336 That's not how my father tells it. 492 00:32:48,468 --> 00:32:49,970 I am sorry, Dinah... 493 00:32:52,806 --> 00:32:54,683 for all the shame I brought upon you. 494 00:32:57,811 --> 00:32:58,937 Careful, Eshbaal... 495 00:33:01,440 --> 00:33:03,442 I've already gutted one pig today. 496 00:33:07,154 --> 00:33:10,157 I've heard the stories about how your father treats you. 497 00:33:11,742 --> 00:33:13,327 I wasn't the son he wanted. 498 00:33:14,369 --> 00:33:18,582 [inhales deeply] I'm the one enduring symbol of his failures. 499 00:33:19,541 --> 00:33:20,709 Well, that we share. 500 00:33:23,837 --> 00:33:25,756 Perhaps together we could change it? 501 00:33:26,965 --> 00:33:29,801 I'm not marrying you, Eshbaal, just so you can escape the Law of Moses. 502 00:33:29,885 --> 00:33:31,970 No, it would be an escape for both of us. 503 00:33:33,180 --> 00:33:36,099 You don't like me. [chuckles] Fair enough. 504 00:33:36,183 --> 00:33:38,977 But marriage doesn't have to be for love. 505 00:33:39,061 --> 00:33:44,483 - Oh, whisper in my ear, sweet prince. - [chuckles] Dinah. 506 00:33:45,025 --> 00:33:50,489 Dinah, I'm giving you the chance at freedom from this place. 507 00:33:52,115 --> 00:33:53,116 Take it. 508 00:34:02,876 --> 00:34:04,461 I will not birth you an heir. 509 00:34:05,379 --> 00:34:07,047 And I want a stallion, 510 00:34:07,130 --> 00:34:10,342 along with the king's grace to go hunting as much as I like. 511 00:34:10,425 --> 00:34:12,094 Those are my terms. 512 00:34:14,304 --> 00:34:15,556 Of course. 513 00:34:23,397 --> 00:34:24,606 And, Eshbaal... 514 00:34:26,400 --> 00:34:28,151 I won't pretend to love you. 515 00:34:30,362 --> 00:34:31,864 I don't have it in me. 516 00:34:45,127 --> 00:34:48,589 [gasps, pants] 517 00:34:48,672 --> 00:34:51,383 Abner... [breathing shakily] 518 00:34:54,845 --> 00:34:56,180 Is it come to this? 519 00:34:58,473 --> 00:34:59,933 I wish there was another way. 520 00:35:01,059 --> 00:35:03,228 So you're just another knife for the king? 521 00:35:04,563 --> 00:35:08,025 A tool for his aimless wrath? 522 00:35:09,026 --> 00:35:10,027 I swore an oath. 523 00:35:11,153 --> 00:35:15,240 We are kin, Abner. Blood means more than oaths. 524 00:35:17,284 --> 00:35:19,703 You used to be noble. [gasps] 525 00:35:20,495 --> 00:35:23,290 Please. Please, Abner. 526 00:35:23,373 --> 00:35:25,626 - [Abner inhales sharply, grunts] - [Besai gasps] 527 00:35:27,294 --> 00:35:30,130 You get out of here. Get out of Israel. 528 00:35:30,714 --> 00:35:34,218 Say a word to no one, or I will find you and I will kill you. 529 00:35:35,219 --> 00:35:36,220 Go! 530 00:35:37,679 --> 00:35:40,224 Goodbye, Abner. [pants] 531 00:35:45,479 --> 00:35:47,314 - [metal rasps] - [Besai grunts, gasps] 532 00:35:52,027 --> 00:35:54,363 [Besai choking] 533 00:35:57,199 --> 00:35:59,952 [Besai gasping] 534 00:36:27,396 --> 00:36:28,522 [Mirab] More wine. 535 00:36:53,380 --> 00:36:57,217 It appears there is no more for you to take, sister. 536 00:37:17,237 --> 00:37:19,323 [stammers] I'll do this. Thank you. 537 00:37:24,203 --> 00:37:25,579 Where is your father? 538 00:37:26,246 --> 00:37:27,664 I'm not sure. 539 00:37:30,375 --> 00:37:31,668 [sighs] 540 00:37:37,508 --> 00:37:41,762 I wish I could make things easier for you, but... 541 00:37:44,973 --> 00:37:46,558 we all have obligations. 542 00:37:47,184 --> 00:37:51,480 Please, Mother, I do not need one more person telling me to get over this. 543 00:37:51,563 --> 00:37:54,399 It's so much more than that. 544 00:37:54,483 --> 00:37:58,320 You saw your father before the battle? How far he's fallen? 545 00:37:59,738 --> 00:38:02,324 And part of his torment was of your making. 546 00:38:02,991 --> 00:38:05,827 - Spells and witchcraft-- - Hush now. 547 00:38:05,911 --> 00:38:09,498 [scoffs] They weren't even legal, but you saw fit to change that, 548 00:38:09,581 --> 00:38:10,791 - didn't you? - [gasps] 549 00:38:12,125 --> 00:38:13,293 Where did you hear that? 550 00:38:13,377 --> 00:38:16,338 Ahimelech. He was-- [grunts] 551 00:38:16,421 --> 00:38:19,174 - Leave us. - [grunts, exhales sharply] 552 00:38:23,136 --> 00:38:27,182 [whispering] You will never speak of this again to anyone. 553 00:38:28,225 --> 00:38:30,519 I know what you did, Mother. 554 00:38:30,602 --> 00:38:34,106 And poor Ahimelech was made to transcribe your sin. 555 00:38:37,067 --> 00:38:40,612 [whispering] One day you will know what it feels like 556 00:38:41,488 --> 00:38:46,285 to make terrible decisions in order to save the ones you love. 557 00:38:48,245 --> 00:38:49,955 Do you care about this family? 558 00:38:52,958 --> 00:38:54,126 Of course I do. 559 00:38:55,294 --> 00:38:59,047 Then you will respect your father's decision... 560 00:39:01,466 --> 00:39:03,010 and let this go. 561 00:39:06,263 --> 00:39:07,264 All right. 562 00:39:16,440 --> 00:39:17,441 [sighs] 563 00:39:22,696 --> 00:39:24,489 [Jonathan] Well handled, David. 564 00:39:25,824 --> 00:39:27,910 Yahir would have turned us away but for you. 565 00:39:27,993 --> 00:39:29,286 I only told him the truth. 566 00:39:29,369 --> 00:39:34,333 No. No, you offered him an alternative. Found a middle path. 567 00:39:34,416 --> 00:39:38,337 I suppose I learned that from my mother. She was a woman of patience. 568 00:39:38,420 --> 00:39:41,256 Perhaps, but you have something that cannot be taught. 569 00:39:42,883 --> 00:39:44,009 Conviction. 570 00:39:45,427 --> 00:39:49,097 You see, soldiers, they'll follow orders without respecting their leader. 571 00:39:50,140 --> 00:39:53,727 But if you can convince them that you would just as willingly die in their cause 572 00:39:53,810 --> 00:39:55,062 as you would your own, 573 00:39:55,854 --> 00:39:58,565 those men would follow you into the fires of hell. 574 00:40:17,376 --> 00:40:21,380 I thought I was being called to breakfast, just the two of us. 575 00:40:22,047 --> 00:40:24,174 Didn't we agree no more secrets? 576 00:40:25,551 --> 00:40:29,763 And yet you took my signet ring from my finger while I suffered. 577 00:40:29,847 --> 00:40:32,474 Changed my law without consent! 578 00:40:38,355 --> 00:40:42,943 [Ahinoam] I had no other choice. I was protecting you. 579 00:40:43,527 --> 00:40:47,739 I told you not to lie to me, and yet here we are again. 580 00:40:49,116 --> 00:40:52,578 You were foolish to assume someone wouldn't reveal the truth to me. 581 00:40:57,958 --> 00:41:01,378 A scorpion... after all. 582 00:41:05,299 --> 00:41:06,717 Saul... 583 00:41:11,680 --> 00:41:15,309 I made a mistake. It pains me. 584 00:41:15,893 --> 00:41:19,021 You will not accompany me and our family to the tabernacle. 585 00:41:20,022 --> 00:41:26,278 Instead, you will remain in the palace and consider how you wish to carry on... 586 00:41:28,322 --> 00:41:30,699 Of all the dangers I face, 587 00:41:32,367 --> 00:41:34,119 I never believed you would be one. 588 00:41:34,203 --> 00:41:35,329 [gasps] 589 00:41:40,125 --> 00:41:41,460 - Saul-- - Go! 590 00:41:42,794 --> 00:41:44,296 Now! 591 00:41:47,508 --> 00:41:48,509 Kezia. 592 00:41:51,220 --> 00:41:52,346 You stay. 593 00:42:25,754 --> 00:42:28,298 Whoa, whoa, whoa. Whoa, whoa. 594 00:42:34,930 --> 00:42:35,931 What is it? 595 00:42:36,598 --> 00:42:38,517 Why are the guards no longer standing watch? 596 00:43:04,751 --> 00:43:05,878 [grunts] 597 00:43:06,378 --> 00:43:07,379 [gasps] 598 00:43:07,462 --> 00:43:09,047 [grunting] 599 00:43:09,131 --> 00:43:11,884 - Take arms! Take arms! - [choking] 600 00:43:16,430 --> 00:43:17,890 [soldiers shouting] 601 00:43:23,937 --> 00:43:25,856 [grunting] 602 00:43:25,939 --> 00:43:29,234 [grunts, yells] 603 00:43:39,161 --> 00:43:40,370 Abi, hold him up! 604 00:43:40,454 --> 00:43:42,456 [panting] 605 00:44:02,559 --> 00:44:03,852 [Jonathan chokes, grunts] 606 00:44:05,938 --> 00:44:07,481 [grunting] 607 00:44:07,564 --> 00:44:10,067 [Eshbaal] Jonathan! Get him down! 608 00:44:11,151 --> 00:44:12,277 [screams] 609 00:44:30,963 --> 00:44:33,632 [yells, distorted] 610 00:44:35,342 --> 00:44:36,969 [thud, distorted] 611 00:44:43,892 --> 00:44:45,978 [yells, distorted] 612 00:44:46,645 --> 00:44:49,314 [pants, grunts] 613 00:44:49,857 --> 00:44:51,567 - [shouts] - [assailant groans] 614 00:44:53,277 --> 00:44:54,278 [breathes heavily] 615 00:45:09,084 --> 00:45:10,669 - [screams] - [thud] 616 00:45:10,752 --> 00:45:13,505 [gasping, coughing] 617 00:45:15,382 --> 00:45:17,885 [soldiers shouting, clamoring] 618 00:45:24,808 --> 00:45:26,643 [yells, grunts] 619 00:45:46,914 --> 00:45:48,749 [grunting] 620 00:45:48,832 --> 00:45:51,335 [groans, grunts] 621 00:45:55,672 --> 00:45:57,674 [grunts, pants] 622 00:45:58,842 --> 00:46:02,262 [groans, grunts] 623 00:46:03,722 --> 00:46:06,016 [screams] 624 00:46:23,700 --> 00:46:24,910 [grunts] 625 00:46:26,787 --> 00:46:29,206 [sighs, pants] 626 00:46:34,962 --> 00:46:37,965 - [people clamoring] - [horn resounds] 627 00:46:38,048 --> 00:46:39,174 I think there's something wrong. 628 00:46:39,258 --> 00:46:42,135 My princess, my name is Sara. I am a healer. I can help. 629 00:46:42,928 --> 00:46:45,639 - [horses neighing] - [soldiers clamoring, groaning] 630 00:46:48,851 --> 00:46:50,477 Mychal, help me. 631 00:46:52,437 --> 00:46:53,438 Right here. 632 00:46:55,482 --> 00:46:56,900 Sara... 633 00:46:58,026 --> 00:46:59,486 Are you injured? 634 00:46:59,570 --> 00:47:00,612 Not this time. 635 00:47:01,738 --> 00:47:04,032 Then help us. Come. 636 00:47:06,243 --> 00:47:09,329 Who would be so bold to attack a royal convoy? 637 00:47:09,413 --> 00:47:11,039 They weren't Philistines. 638 00:47:11,123 --> 00:47:12,916 More like a band of cutthroats. 639 00:47:13,000 --> 00:47:14,585 With what intent? 640 00:47:14,668 --> 00:47:15,752 [Abner] Kill a prince. 641 00:47:16,336 --> 00:47:18,505 Rob one of the wealthiest lords in the kingdom. 642 00:47:18,589 --> 00:47:20,257 [Jonathan] Whatever they wanted, 643 00:47:20,757 --> 00:47:22,426 Yahir is the one who is dead. 644 00:47:22,509 --> 00:47:24,511 And with him dies your accuser, Eshbaal. 645 00:47:25,554 --> 00:47:26,889 I want answers, Abner. 646 00:47:27,472 --> 00:47:31,226 Otherwise, allies of Yahir will suspect I had something to do with this. 647 00:47:31,894 --> 00:47:33,562 - Go. - Yes, sir. 648 00:47:37,941 --> 00:47:39,234 My king, may I have a moment? 649 00:47:39,318 --> 00:47:42,738 Please, don't ask once again to marry Mychal. 650 00:47:42,821 --> 00:47:44,781 No, my king, I come with a different request. 651 00:47:46,408 --> 00:47:51,330 If I am to be joined with your family, I ask that you grant me time. 652 00:47:52,706 --> 00:47:56,418 Like any good son, I wish my father to be here to bless my union. 653 00:47:57,377 --> 00:48:01,006 But he and my family are still grieving the loss of my brother Nathaneel. 654 00:48:01,089 --> 00:48:02,966 He will be remembered with honor. 655 00:48:06,386 --> 00:48:08,013 More than this, 656 00:48:08,096 --> 00:48:11,558 I know that Mychal and Mirab have different feelings about the marriage. 657 00:48:11,642 --> 00:48:14,853 And they shouldn't be rushed to accept the wisdom of your choice. 658 00:48:17,147 --> 00:48:19,775 And I... I need time 659 00:48:20,609 --> 00:48:23,904 to become a commander and prince worthy of your house. 660 00:48:24,988 --> 00:48:25,989 Hmm. 661 00:48:26,073 --> 00:48:29,910 Your charm worked on Yahir, but I am not so easy. 662 00:48:29,993 --> 00:48:32,871 [sighs] Consider this a compromise. 663 00:48:33,372 --> 00:48:34,623 A middle path. 664 00:48:36,208 --> 00:48:38,669 What I ask for is fair and compassionate. 665 00:48:39,711 --> 00:48:41,338 Surely, a great king is both. 666 00:48:43,549 --> 00:48:44,675 Very well. 667 00:48:47,094 --> 00:48:51,056 For the sake of all, we will take time for the wedding. 668 00:48:52,599 --> 00:48:55,435 Thank you. Thank you, my king. 669 00:48:57,813 --> 00:48:58,897 But know this. 670 00:49:01,233 --> 00:49:04,236 You still have much to learn. Hmm? 671 00:49:12,369 --> 00:49:16,915 It's my mother's, so don't tell anyone. 672 00:49:18,876 --> 00:49:19,918 Perfect. 673 00:49:23,547 --> 00:49:24,965 [knocks on door] 674 00:49:29,970 --> 00:49:31,889 - [whispers] I will let you talk. - Mmm. 675 00:49:32,973 --> 00:49:33,974 Thank you. 676 00:49:34,850 --> 00:49:35,893 Dinah... 677 00:49:39,146 --> 00:49:40,147 Please. 678 00:49:47,321 --> 00:49:53,160 I am truly sorry we could not protect your father, but with his death... 679 00:49:54,578 --> 00:49:56,330 it will not be safe for you to return home. 680 00:49:57,456 --> 00:50:00,792 Without a male heir, other nobles in your tribe will surely claim leadership. 681 00:50:00,876 --> 00:50:02,920 Not a noble man amongst them. 682 00:50:03,003 --> 00:50:04,296 And you would be easy prey. 683 00:50:04,379 --> 00:50:06,131 Not so easy, and they know it. 684 00:50:06,215 --> 00:50:12,054 [chuckles] Dinah, we both know a giant fell to a lesser man. 685 00:50:12,804 --> 00:50:14,515 You must remain here. 686 00:50:14,598 --> 00:50:19,144 The king will quickly tire of my company. He has no duty to me. 687 00:50:19,645 --> 00:50:21,772 To the daughter of a fallen lord, no. 688 00:50:22,523 --> 00:50:23,941 But to the wife of a prince? 689 00:50:24,566 --> 00:50:27,236 I am in no need of your charity, Eshbaal. 690 00:50:27,319 --> 00:50:31,281 [sighs] No, it's... [sighs] ...it's more than that. I, uh... 691 00:50:34,076 --> 00:50:35,410 I find you... 692 00:50:40,624 --> 00:50:41,750 intriguing. 693 00:50:53,679 --> 00:50:54,680 You know... 694 00:50:57,182 --> 00:50:59,017 you never defiled me that night. 695 00:51:01,687 --> 00:51:04,690 Drunk, full of the urge. 696 00:51:05,399 --> 00:51:07,818 But you fell asleep at my side. 697 00:51:10,153 --> 00:51:13,323 But your father, that... [scoffs] ...that was his entire claim. 698 00:51:13,407 --> 00:51:19,204 Yes, because he believed it happened even though I told him it did not. 699 00:51:20,706 --> 00:51:25,127 You gave him an opportunity to rid himself of me and extort the king. 700 00:51:28,046 --> 00:51:29,089 Eshbaal... 701 00:51:30,841 --> 00:51:32,301 you owe me nothing. 702 00:51:37,764 --> 00:51:38,765 Wait. 703 00:51:41,894 --> 00:51:43,478 We owe it to ourselves then, 704 00:51:45,022 --> 00:51:47,107 to become more than our fathers expected. 705 00:51:47,649 --> 00:51:49,651 Together we can have a second chance. 706 00:51:50,694 --> 00:51:52,112 We marry tomorrow. 707 00:51:52,863 --> 00:51:56,783 Under the circumstances, we need no ceremony. 708 00:51:57,701 --> 00:51:59,286 This is what I offer. 709 00:52:09,004 --> 00:52:10,172 Can I tend to it? 710 00:52:12,591 --> 00:52:14,676 I've just boiled this. It's cleaner. 711 00:52:15,219 --> 00:52:16,595 [chuckles] 712 00:52:23,477 --> 00:52:25,020 It seems to be healing nicely. 713 00:52:25,103 --> 00:52:27,231 Well, it was tended to by an excellent healer. 714 00:52:28,524 --> 00:52:29,525 Tell me. 715 00:52:31,318 --> 00:52:33,695 Wise, yet defiant. 716 00:52:35,322 --> 00:52:37,741 Perhaps not properly yet seen for her value. 717 00:52:42,913 --> 00:52:44,081 Beautiful. 718 00:52:47,543 --> 00:52:49,628 I would like to meet this healer. 719 00:52:49,711 --> 00:52:51,296 - Well, you should. - [chuckles] 720 00:52:54,174 --> 00:52:55,592 Why did you decide to come? 721 00:52:57,177 --> 00:53:01,431 Your brother sent messengers and gifts on your behalf. 722 00:53:01,515 --> 00:53:03,976 - Unrelenting, really. - [sighs] 723 00:53:04,810 --> 00:53:10,148 But in truth, I couldn't stop wondering if you'd recovered. 724 00:53:11,567 --> 00:53:13,569 So, I thought I would see for myself. 725 00:53:15,779 --> 00:53:16,780 Up. 726 00:53:27,624 --> 00:53:28,625 It seems you have. 727 00:53:34,673 --> 00:53:35,841 Mostly. 728 00:53:37,009 --> 00:53:38,010 Not fully. 729 00:53:39,928 --> 00:53:41,763 That will take a great deal of time. 730 00:53:46,560 --> 00:53:51,690 I'm a very slow healer... and I need constant care. 731 00:54:17,758 --> 00:54:21,345 Ah! The ruthless warrior. 732 00:54:21,845 --> 00:54:24,681 [chuckles] I am here for the king. 733 00:54:25,349 --> 00:54:27,601 And what business do you have with the king? 734 00:54:27,684 --> 00:54:32,814 I offer information in exchange for his grace. Now step aside. 735 00:54:35,234 --> 00:54:40,906 You attempted a mutiny on the battlefield, traitor. 736 00:54:41,865 --> 00:54:46,036 Whatever you have to say to the king, you will first say to me. 737 00:54:49,289 --> 00:54:50,290 [scoffs] 738 00:54:56,463 --> 00:55:00,926 My king, Adriel brings important news. 739 00:55:01,009 --> 00:55:03,220 My king, please... 740 00:55:04,137 --> 00:55:08,475 I kneel at your feet to beg of your mercy. 741 00:55:11,186 --> 00:55:12,187 My king. 742 00:55:24,700 --> 00:55:25,742 [shouts] 743 00:55:25,826 --> 00:55:27,160 [gasps, breathing shakily] 744 00:55:30,664 --> 00:55:31,665 Please. 745 00:55:33,292 --> 00:55:36,253 You know well the punishment for traitors. 746 00:55:36,336 --> 00:55:39,047 But what if I had information that would prove my loyalty? 747 00:55:39,131 --> 00:55:41,008 Information of what kind? 748 00:55:41,842 --> 00:55:44,428 [Adriel] I saw Samuel come to Bethlehem. 749 00:55:45,012 --> 00:55:47,347 I know which house he visited. 750 00:55:51,101 --> 00:55:56,148 My king, I know who he anointed.