1 00:00:49,429 --> 00:00:51,431 Why did you call for me? 2 00:00:51,631 --> 00:00:54,134 How is His Imperial Majesty? 3 00:00:54,434 --> 00:00:57,070 He has not been well ever since the provincial governors 4 00:00:58,104 --> 00:00:59,472 took sides with Yeoncheol. 5 00:01:10,750 --> 00:01:11,885 Open it. 6 00:01:16,689 --> 00:01:18,425 {\an8}This could serve us as means... 7 00:01:19,959 --> 00:01:21,261 to stop the abdication. 8 00:01:23,363 --> 00:01:24,497 How will it stop the abdication? 9 00:01:25,432 --> 00:01:28,635 What do all these names mean? 10 00:01:28,802 --> 00:01:30,136 They are the names of the spies 11 00:01:30,403 --> 00:01:32,639 the Eagle House has planted in each province. 12 00:01:33,973 --> 00:01:36,709 How will it help us win the governors over to our side? 13 00:01:37,010 --> 00:01:38,011 Your Imperial Majesty. 14 00:01:39,012 --> 00:01:41,247 Listen closely to what I am about to say. 15 00:01:43,650 --> 00:01:45,985 Even the finest sword in the world cannot prove its worth 16 00:01:46,352 --> 00:01:49,322 if it falls into the hands of a person who does not know how to wield it right. 17 00:01:49,789 --> 00:01:52,358 It could serve as a weapon to stop the abdication, 18 00:01:52,759 --> 00:01:54,727 but winning the governors over to our side 19 00:01:55,662 --> 00:01:57,664 is solely up to Your Imperial Majesty. 20 00:02:10,443 --> 00:02:11,611 Your Imperial Majesty. 21 00:02:14,180 --> 00:02:15,415 Welcome. 22 00:02:17,650 --> 00:02:20,253 Your Imperial Majesty, you are speaking! 23 00:02:26,192 --> 00:02:27,460 Relax. 24 00:02:29,395 --> 00:02:33,399 I only pretended to be mute to deceive the Grand Councillor. 25 00:02:34,868 --> 00:02:35,868 The Grand Councillor... 26 00:02:37,637 --> 00:02:39,873 has dethroned three emperors so far. 27 00:02:40,373 --> 00:02:41,373 Now... 28 00:02:43,676 --> 00:02:45,645 he wants to dethrone a fourth. 29 00:02:45,945 --> 00:02:47,113 But this time, 30 00:02:50,583 --> 00:02:52,852 he picked the wrong opponent. 31 00:02:56,222 --> 00:02:59,626 I will not let him have his way as my predecessors did. 32 00:03:01,594 --> 00:03:03,429 That is why I need your support. 33 00:03:05,431 --> 00:03:06,933 Will you help me? 34 00:03:08,067 --> 00:03:09,067 Your Imperial Majesty. 35 00:03:09,202 --> 00:03:11,571 It would be foolhardy to go against the Grand Councillor 36 00:03:12,005 --> 00:03:13,740 regarding the abdication. 37 00:03:14,073 --> 00:03:16,643 -"Foolhardy"? -He is right, Your Imperial Majesty. 38 00:03:16,843 --> 00:03:19,179 I urge you to obey the Grand Councillor for the sake of peace 39 00:03:19,245 --> 00:03:22,248 within the Imperial House and stability in the nation. 40 00:03:22,315 --> 00:03:24,384 Were you as cowardly as you are now 41 00:03:26,753 --> 00:03:28,588 when my father passed away? 42 00:03:30,557 --> 00:03:34,260 You already committed treachery by doing nothing about his death. 43 00:03:34,994 --> 00:03:39,199 I am giving you a chance to purge that sin away. 44 00:03:40,700 --> 00:03:42,001 As you said, 45 00:03:42,101 --> 00:03:45,438 we had failed to protect the late Emperor Myeongjong. 46 00:03:46,005 --> 00:03:47,005 Please understand 47 00:03:47,273 --> 00:03:50,610 that we are only trying not to make the same mistake. 48 00:03:51,477 --> 00:03:52,378 What? 49 00:03:52,445 --> 00:03:56,616 Please know that abdicating your throne is the only way to save yourself. 50 00:03:57,050 --> 00:04:00,486 Please understand our intent, Your Imperial Majesty. 51 00:04:00,887 --> 00:04:03,456 Please understand, Your Imperial Majesty. 52 00:04:05,792 --> 00:04:06,792 "Understand"? 53 00:04:18,304 --> 00:04:21,741 A few years ago, your provinces ran out of funds 54 00:04:21,808 --> 00:04:23,643 because of counterfeit money. 55 00:04:25,078 --> 00:04:26,879 You turned to the Grand Councillor for help 56 00:04:26,946 --> 00:04:28,881 and incurred tremendous debt. 57 00:04:29,148 --> 00:04:31,117 Were you aware... 58 00:04:32,952 --> 00:04:35,121 that the Eagle House circulated the counterfeit money? 59 00:04:37,390 --> 00:04:38,891 This is news to me. 60 00:04:39,192 --> 00:04:40,192 Then 61 00:04:40,460 --> 00:04:41,961 I doubt that you knew that the Eagle House 62 00:04:42,028 --> 00:04:44,297 has been providing financial support to the Grand Councillor. 63 00:04:44,430 --> 00:04:46,165 Is this true? 64 00:04:46,232 --> 00:04:49,535 The Grand Councillor has planted spies in your provinces 65 00:04:49,869 --> 00:04:53,072 and bought up all the valuable goods with the counterfeit money. 66 00:04:55,174 --> 00:04:58,077 He was the one who made you incur huge debt from him in the first place. 67 00:04:58,144 --> 00:04:59,946 Then he promised to forgive all the debt you owe him 68 00:05:00,013 --> 00:05:01,247 and made you swear loyalty to him. 69 00:05:03,783 --> 00:05:06,486 You are helpless pawns in his hands. 70 00:05:08,021 --> 00:05:10,657 Tell us who the spies are. 71 00:05:12,825 --> 00:05:15,561 -Do you want to know? -Tell us, Your Imperial Majesty. 72 00:05:15,862 --> 00:05:17,363 Who are they? 73 00:05:17,430 --> 00:05:18,498 Before that, 74 00:05:19,766 --> 00:05:22,702 think about what you can do for me. 75 00:05:30,209 --> 00:05:31,444 How can this happen? 76 00:05:39,385 --> 00:05:42,622 Did you know the Grand Councillor has been working with the Eagle House? 77 00:05:42,689 --> 00:05:45,591 We found that out by raiding their base in Yoyang Province. 78 00:05:46,726 --> 00:05:49,595 -What should we do now? -What else? 79 00:05:50,129 --> 00:05:51,798 Supporting the abdication 80 00:05:52,165 --> 00:05:54,467 would only harm us. 81 00:05:54,600 --> 00:05:56,436 Governor Seol is right. 82 00:05:56,669 --> 00:06:01,274 With this new information, we cannot possibly support the Grand Councillor. 83 00:06:03,476 --> 00:06:05,611 In order to stop the Grand Councillor's tyranny, 84 00:06:05,678 --> 00:06:08,781 all ten governors must unanimously oppose the abdication. 85 00:06:09,816 --> 00:06:13,820 Would you be able to convince the other governors? 86 00:06:15,655 --> 00:06:17,223 We cannot guarantee anything, 87 00:06:18,124 --> 00:06:19,359 but we will try our best. 88 00:06:19,559 --> 00:06:23,262 No one is to know that His Imperial Majesty can speak again. 89 00:06:23,930 --> 00:06:24,964 Do not worry about that. 90 00:06:32,305 --> 00:06:34,340 {\an8}I will apprehend the spies of the Eagle House 91 00:06:34,407 --> 00:06:36,743 {\an8}and bring them here on the day of the Kurultai. 92 00:06:36,809 --> 00:06:38,911 Move fast. Since we are pressed for time, 93 00:06:39,912 --> 00:06:42,782 we would only be able to catch those in the nearby provinces. 94 00:06:43,516 --> 00:06:44,516 Yes, Uncle Baekan. 95 00:06:45,485 --> 00:06:47,987 Stopping the abdication... 96 00:06:49,288 --> 00:06:51,624 will mean war with Yeoncheol. 97 00:06:51,958 --> 00:06:52,958 What are your plans... 98 00:06:53,659 --> 00:06:55,361 for the future? 99 00:06:59,966 --> 00:07:01,734 What is it that you want to say to me? 100 00:07:02,101 --> 00:07:03,101 Your Imperial Majesty. 101 00:07:03,803 --> 00:07:05,304 At the upcoming Kurultai, 102 00:07:05,772 --> 00:07:07,874 you must reclaim the seal from the Grand Councillor. 103 00:07:08,674 --> 00:07:09,842 This is your chance 104 00:07:09,909 --> 00:07:13,012 to reclaim your power and sovereignty. 105 00:07:14,981 --> 00:07:19,218 It is time you ruled the Yuan dynasty yourself. 106 00:07:20,153 --> 00:07:21,153 Do you believe... 107 00:07:22,622 --> 00:07:23,890 that is possible? 108 00:07:23,956 --> 00:07:25,391 If we manage to stop the abdication 109 00:07:25,691 --> 00:07:28,027 and win all the governors over to our side, 110 00:07:28,361 --> 00:07:29,662 it is possible. 111 00:07:31,097 --> 00:07:33,833 Governor Baekan is right. 112 00:07:34,100 --> 00:07:38,037 Reclaiming the seal and your authority 113 00:07:38,771 --> 00:07:42,341 is the only way to prevent Yeoncheol from retaliating. 114 00:08:37,730 --> 00:08:39,398 I greet you, Your Imperial Majesty. 115 00:08:40,600 --> 00:08:42,235 What is this training for? 116 00:08:42,401 --> 00:08:45,071 Grand Councillor has commanded us to raise our guard 117 00:08:45,137 --> 00:08:46,739 in the occurrence of any unforeseen events. 118 00:08:46,806 --> 00:08:48,007 Unforeseen events? 119 00:08:48,674 --> 00:08:50,843 What kind of unforeseen event is he talking about? 120 00:08:50,910 --> 00:08:52,812 We just follow orders. 121 00:08:56,949 --> 00:08:58,751 I beg your pardon, Your Ladyship. 122 00:09:05,157 --> 00:09:07,527 He is doing this to threaten the governors. 123 00:09:08,494 --> 00:09:11,230 At this rate, we may not be able to stop the abdication. 124 00:09:11,297 --> 00:09:13,399 He is not the only one... 125 00:09:14,333 --> 00:09:15,801 who is preparing for the unexpected. 126 00:09:17,303 --> 00:09:21,807 Master Taltal is apprehending the spies in each of the provinces. 127 00:09:22,341 --> 00:09:24,644 -He is? -Yes, Your Imperial Majesty. 128 00:09:25,177 --> 00:09:26,512 Once he brings them here, 129 00:09:28,080 --> 00:09:31,517 we can stop the governors from backing out. 130 00:09:36,355 --> 00:09:38,958 Since you have shown your determination by mobilizing troops, 131 00:09:39,292 --> 00:09:42,562 the provincial governors will not dare to back out now. 132 00:09:44,764 --> 00:09:48,467 The day Maha ascends to the throne 133 00:09:48,935 --> 00:09:51,571 is the day my life's ambition is fulfilled. 134 00:09:52,305 --> 00:09:54,140 You hold the imperial seal. 135 00:09:54,407 --> 00:09:57,843 While you are at it, you should consider taking the throne yourself. 136 00:10:01,147 --> 00:10:04,617 I have enjoyed living in wealth and prosperity enough. 137 00:10:06,819 --> 00:10:10,022 Laying the groundwork to ensure our clan's success for the generations to come 138 00:10:10,623 --> 00:10:12,525 would be the legacy I leave behind. 139 00:10:17,697 --> 00:10:20,166 Father, the Eagle House sent a man. 140 00:10:22,802 --> 00:10:24,503 Greetings, Grand Councillor. 141 00:10:24,770 --> 00:10:25,838 What is it? 142 00:10:26,739 --> 00:10:29,942 I am here to relay the message from the master of the Yeongyeong branch. 143 00:10:48,394 --> 00:10:49,428 What does it say? 144 00:10:49,795 --> 00:10:54,233 The master of the Eagle House must think I killed Heuk Su. 145 00:10:56,902 --> 00:10:59,005 And what is this? 146 00:11:00,239 --> 00:11:02,308 The spies in the provinces have been arrested? 147 00:11:02,842 --> 00:11:05,745 Was it not done on your order? 148 00:11:08,414 --> 00:11:10,149 Taltal... 149 00:11:11,584 --> 00:11:14,320 He gave me enough trouble by killing Heuk Su. 150 00:11:15,087 --> 00:11:18,124 Now he is apprehending the spies and going against me. 151 00:11:19,492 --> 00:11:20,860 I will deal with this. 152 00:11:21,193 --> 00:11:23,963 I will write a reply, so you should relay it to your master. 153 00:11:24,597 --> 00:11:25,597 Yes, Grand Councillor. 154 00:11:42,715 --> 00:11:44,917 Look at that. 155 00:11:45,618 --> 00:11:48,621 I liked it raw when I was younger. 156 00:11:50,322 --> 00:11:52,958 Give me a nice, fatty part. 157 00:11:53,025 --> 00:11:54,093 -Sure. -Oh, no. 158 00:11:54,460 --> 00:11:55,895 What are you talking about? 159 00:11:56,095 --> 00:11:57,797 Lean meat is the best. 160 00:11:57,863 --> 00:11:59,732 Give us that over there. 161 00:11:59,799 --> 00:12:01,901 Are you kidding? The fatty part is better. 162 00:12:02,101 --> 00:12:04,570 Lean meat makes you bald. 163 00:12:04,637 --> 00:12:06,405 -Gosh. -Give us fatty meat. 164 00:12:06,872 --> 00:12:08,274 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat. 165 00:12:08,841 --> 00:12:10,076 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat. 166 00:12:10,476 --> 00:12:11,711 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat. 167 00:12:11,844 --> 00:12:13,979 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat it is. 168 00:12:14,046 --> 00:12:15,181 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat. 169 00:12:15,247 --> 00:12:16,682 -Lean meat. -Fatty meat. 170 00:12:16,749 --> 00:12:18,250 -Lean-- -I cannot believe you two! 171 00:12:20,786 --> 00:12:22,521 Just give us whatever there is. 172 00:12:23,022 --> 00:12:24,090 Give us lean meat. 173 00:12:26,625 --> 00:12:29,795 That is the Eagle House's point of contact in Yeongyeong. 174 00:12:29,862 --> 00:12:31,797 Do you not know where their base of operations is? 175 00:12:31,864 --> 00:12:33,699 They would gather only when it is necessary. 176 00:12:34,233 --> 00:12:36,969 They have established a base of operations only in Yoyang. 177 00:12:37,803 --> 00:12:39,438 Do you know who is in charge of the branch? 178 00:12:40,639 --> 00:12:42,041 Not by sight. 179 00:12:43,375 --> 00:12:44,844 But I do know this. 180 00:12:45,111 --> 00:12:46,812 Only the master of the Yeongyeong branch 181 00:12:47,379 --> 00:12:52,017 has seen the Eagle House's leader. 182 00:12:53,753 --> 00:12:55,588 Keep an eye on that place. 183 00:12:56,055 --> 00:12:57,055 Let us get going. 184 00:12:57,089 --> 00:12:58,190 Yes, Your Majesty. 185 00:13:09,235 --> 00:13:10,369 Do not even think about it. 186 00:13:16,342 --> 00:13:17,476 I did not know you were alive. 187 00:13:18,110 --> 00:13:19,178 What happened? 188 00:13:20,513 --> 00:13:22,181 They spared my life. 189 00:13:25,084 --> 00:13:27,953 He is of my tribe. We can trust him. 190 00:13:28,154 --> 00:13:31,524 We will go first. Follow us at a distance. 191 00:13:49,942 --> 00:13:51,644 What did Yeoncheol say? 192 00:13:54,847 --> 00:13:58,350 He will have the troop wait in ambush and kill Taltal at the North Gate. 193 00:14:02,721 --> 00:14:04,623 Deliver this to the Eagle House. 194 00:14:04,790 --> 00:14:06,292 Do not raise any suspicion. 195 00:14:14,333 --> 00:14:16,669 Sin-u, you should head to the North Gate with Mak-saeng 196 00:14:17,036 --> 00:14:19,205 and keep watch on the troop. 197 00:14:19,271 --> 00:14:20,806 -Yes, Your Majesty. -Yes, Your Majesty. 198 00:14:21,240 --> 00:14:23,442 How many men can we muster? 199 00:14:23,709 --> 00:14:26,712 I can get ten at most. 200 00:14:28,514 --> 00:14:29,815 Tell them to stand by. 201 00:14:30,783 --> 00:14:31,783 Yes, Your Majesty. 202 00:14:38,858 --> 00:14:39,925 Thank you. 203 00:15:10,623 --> 00:15:11,790 Welcome, General. 204 00:15:12,224 --> 00:15:13,325 This way, please. 205 00:15:41,954 --> 00:15:43,188 Thank you so much. 206 00:15:51,263 --> 00:15:53,198 They have quite a number of soldiers. 207 00:15:54,266 --> 00:15:58,037 We do not have enough men to deal with them. 208 00:15:58,170 --> 00:16:01,340 I doubt Taltal has enough men himself. 209 00:16:01,740 --> 00:16:05,611 I heard you gave the list I decoded to Taltal. 210 00:16:06,845 --> 00:16:08,614 Why are you helping him? 211 00:16:10,916 --> 00:16:13,819 That is because Taltal is helping Seung-nyang-- 212 00:16:19,425 --> 00:16:21,627 I am fighting against Yeoncheol my way. 213 00:16:22,161 --> 00:16:23,395 That is all. 214 00:16:27,833 --> 00:16:29,168 {\an8}Prepare some petroleum. 215 00:16:31,670 --> 00:16:33,205 Do you suggest we make our attack with fire? 216 00:16:33,605 --> 00:16:37,576 That is the best strategy to carry out when you are outnumbered. 217 00:16:50,356 --> 00:16:51,356 Court Lady Yeon. 218 00:16:54,927 --> 00:16:56,362 What are you doing? 219 00:16:57,596 --> 00:16:59,031 Do not say anything. 220 00:17:00,132 --> 00:17:01,133 Are you two dating? 221 00:17:02,901 --> 00:17:04,303 Just keep an eye out. 222 00:17:07,639 --> 00:17:10,542 I bet they are dating. There is no doubt about that. 223 00:17:13,479 --> 00:17:15,948 {\an8}You must be having a hard time in the Cold Palace. 224 00:17:16,215 --> 00:17:19,084 My gosh. Poor thing. You look all haggard. 225 00:17:22,187 --> 00:17:23,956 -I need your help. -What? 226 00:17:24,890 --> 00:17:27,793 Of course. What do you need? 227 00:17:27,960 --> 00:17:31,864 Her Imperial Majesty has gotten sick from missing Prince Maha. 228 00:17:31,997 --> 00:17:34,666 -Really? And? -She wants me... 229 00:17:36,235 --> 00:17:39,204 to sneak the Prince into the Cold Palace tonight. 230 00:17:39,304 --> 00:17:42,307 If you get caught, you will have to pay. 231 00:17:42,374 --> 00:17:45,511 Exactly. So I am asking you to escort me to the Cold Palace 232 00:17:46,345 --> 00:17:48,047 when I manage to sneak His Imperial Highness out. 233 00:17:51,717 --> 00:17:53,652 They are making you take all the risk. 234 00:17:54,386 --> 00:17:55,521 What if you get caught 235 00:17:56,855 --> 00:18:00,826 and they flog you once again right here-- 236 00:18:07,066 --> 00:18:09,468 Naughty, naughty hand. 237 00:18:09,868 --> 00:18:12,237 {\an8}Meet me at 7:00 p.m. in front of the Empress Dowager's palace. 238 00:18:24,149 --> 00:18:27,219 Even though I was pinched, it was totally worth it. 239 00:18:44,203 --> 00:18:47,606 There is no resemblance whatsoever. 240 00:18:48,807 --> 00:18:51,543 He does not take after the Emperor or the Empress. 241 00:18:52,711 --> 00:18:56,181 Your Highness, Deputy Minister Chang is here to see you. 242 00:18:56,448 --> 00:18:57,448 Let him in. 243 00:19:08,093 --> 00:19:09,161 Your Highness. 244 00:19:09,895 --> 00:19:11,163 Tomorrow... 245 00:19:11,997 --> 00:19:13,999 the Kurultai will convene. 246 00:19:32,151 --> 00:19:34,820 You must bring him back before dawn. 247 00:19:34,953 --> 00:19:36,021 Do not worry. 248 00:19:47,399 --> 00:19:48,433 Off you go. 249 00:19:48,634 --> 00:19:50,969 {\an8}You have to come back by seven o'clock in the morning. 250 00:19:51,036 --> 00:19:53,105 {\an8}I know. Get inside. 251 00:20:05,551 --> 00:20:08,253 What are you thinking? 252 00:20:08,620 --> 00:20:11,223 -What do you mean? -If you get involved with a court lady, 253 00:20:11,790 --> 00:20:13,058 you will get killed. 254 00:20:13,559 --> 00:20:14,560 Do you not know that? 255 00:20:15,794 --> 00:20:17,129 What are you talking about? 256 00:20:18,697 --> 00:20:21,633 We are just helping Her Imperial Majesty. That is all. 257 00:20:31,543 --> 00:20:33,478 Something must have happened. 258 00:20:33,712 --> 00:20:35,147 What is taking her so long? 259 00:20:35,814 --> 00:20:38,550 Your Imperial Majesty, if we get caught... 260 00:20:39,518 --> 00:20:41,453 What is so wrong about a mother wanting to see her son? 261 00:20:41,520 --> 00:20:44,356 You have been put on probation for your misdeed. 262 00:20:44,423 --> 00:20:47,426 I do not care. If she does not make it, 263 00:20:48,493 --> 00:20:50,929 I will walk out of here to see Maha myself. 264 00:20:57,336 --> 00:20:58,937 I have brought His Imperial Highness. 265 00:21:00,539 --> 00:21:01,640 Maha. 266 00:21:04,309 --> 00:21:05,310 My baby. 267 00:21:06,345 --> 00:21:07,379 My boy. 268 00:21:08,814 --> 00:21:10,082 I have missed you. 269 00:21:12,217 --> 00:21:13,652 I have missed you so much. 270 00:21:14,086 --> 00:21:15,220 Your Imperial Majesty. 271 00:21:46,752 --> 00:21:48,520 Do it like it is not a drill! 272 00:21:53,191 --> 00:21:54,191 Halt. 273 00:21:55,227 --> 00:21:57,396 -Archers forward. -Archers forward. 274 00:22:00,365 --> 00:22:01,365 Fire. 275 00:22:05,537 --> 00:22:06,872 -Aim! -Aim! 276 00:22:10,342 --> 00:22:11,476 What is going on? 277 00:22:15,547 --> 00:22:16,581 Stand down. 278 00:22:27,359 --> 00:22:29,361 Grand Councillor is expecting you. 279 00:22:37,202 --> 00:22:40,572 Something definitely feels off. 280 00:22:41,306 --> 00:22:43,975 That was clearly a threat. 281 00:22:44,042 --> 00:22:45,110 Right. 282 00:23:01,493 --> 00:23:02,761 Welcome. 283 00:23:06,098 --> 00:23:08,300 Take your seats. 284 00:23:26,051 --> 00:23:28,587 I have not seen any civilians, let alone soldiers on my way here. 285 00:23:29,521 --> 00:23:30,722 Something feels off. 286 00:24:02,788 --> 00:24:04,423 What is this? 287 00:24:04,723 --> 00:24:07,292 This is General Taltal of Yoyang Province. 288 00:24:07,592 --> 00:24:11,296 The Grand Councillor has ordered us to kill Taltal who committed treason. 289 00:24:16,067 --> 00:24:17,536 Drop your weapons and surrender. 290 00:24:17,903 --> 00:24:21,239 If you do not, you will get slaughtered here and now. 291 00:24:33,285 --> 00:24:34,285 What is this? 292 00:24:34,553 --> 00:24:35,854 It is oil! 293 00:24:36,021 --> 00:24:37,021 What? 294 00:24:37,222 --> 00:24:38,222 Oil? 295 00:24:44,296 --> 00:24:45,464 Who are they? 296 00:24:50,035 --> 00:24:51,136 -Fire! -Fire! 297 00:24:54,739 --> 00:24:56,174 -Fire! -Fire! 298 00:25:00,545 --> 00:25:02,481 -Fire! -Fire! 299 00:25:02,547 --> 00:25:04,082 -Fire! -Fire! 300 00:25:04,149 --> 00:25:05,851 -Fire! -Fall back! 301 00:25:07,819 --> 00:25:09,621 -Gather the prisoners and fall back. -Yes, General. 302 00:26:12,684 --> 00:26:13,885 Are you nervous? 303 00:26:16,288 --> 00:26:17,422 Can you see 304 00:26:18,690 --> 00:26:19,991 fear in my eyes? 305 00:26:30,068 --> 00:26:31,503 How about now? 306 00:26:33,939 --> 00:26:35,140 You look dignified 307 00:26:36,141 --> 00:26:37,909 and dependable. 308 00:26:40,745 --> 00:26:41,780 Your Imperial Majesty, 309 00:26:42,581 --> 00:26:44,382 it is time. 310 00:26:46,618 --> 00:26:47,719 Go on. 311 00:26:53,091 --> 00:26:54,492 Wait a little longer. 312 00:26:55,226 --> 00:26:58,997 I will bring you good news soon. 313 00:27:15,847 --> 00:27:18,216 His Imperial Majesty is not here yet. 314 00:27:18,483 --> 00:27:20,619 The abdication has already been confirmed. 315 00:27:25,290 --> 00:27:28,627 He has already placed his seal on this imperial message. 316 00:27:30,729 --> 00:27:32,931 The only issue before the Kurultai 317 00:27:33,331 --> 00:27:36,201 is the investiture of His Imperial Highness as the new emperor. 318 00:27:36,468 --> 00:27:39,304 We will start the vote now, so all of you governors should-- 319 00:27:39,371 --> 00:27:42,741 His Imperial Majesty has arrived. 320 00:28:02,193 --> 00:28:04,763 Pardon my tardiness. I had to bring His Imperial Majesty here. 321 00:28:04,963 --> 00:28:07,265 Why did you bother to bring him here when he cannot even speak? 322 00:28:08,466 --> 00:28:09,734 The abdication... 323 00:28:15,707 --> 00:28:17,609 must be announced by the Emperor. 324 00:28:26,851 --> 00:28:28,653 You can speak now? 325 00:28:42,767 --> 00:28:44,436 You may take your seats. 326 00:28:51,276 --> 00:28:52,744 Hand it over to me. 327 00:29:00,485 --> 00:29:02,287 Why are you being so reckless? 328 00:29:14,232 --> 00:29:16,868 Are you pretending to read? 329 00:29:23,241 --> 00:29:25,677 His Imperial Majesty is illiterate, is he not? 330 00:29:29,681 --> 00:29:31,449 "Today, I renounce... 331 00:29:39,591 --> 00:29:42,627 all my authority as the Emperor. 332 00:29:46,931 --> 00:29:49,367 I name Prince Maha as the heir apparent. 333 00:29:49,634 --> 00:29:52,504 The Empress will rule as a regent 334 00:29:52,704 --> 00:29:54,472 {\an8}until he comes of age." 335 00:30:03,414 --> 00:30:05,617 This is not my wish. 336 00:30:06,551 --> 00:30:07,685 Therefore, 337 00:30:09,754 --> 00:30:11,489 I withdraw the announcement for my abdication. 338 00:30:19,664 --> 00:30:20,765 Nor do I name... 339 00:30:25,804 --> 00:30:28,206 Prince Maha as the heir apparent. 340 00:30:50,395 --> 00:30:52,864 -Who are they? -Stand aside. 341 00:30:53,298 --> 00:30:56,467 No one enters without the Grand Councillor's permission. 342 00:30:56,701 --> 00:30:57,969 I said, move. 343 00:30:58,803 --> 00:30:59,971 Try... 344 00:31:01,105 --> 00:31:02,273 and make me. 345 00:31:02,473 --> 00:31:03,741 You must be... 346 00:31:04,475 --> 00:31:06,277 eager to die. 347 00:31:18,089 --> 00:31:19,357 What are you doing? 348 00:31:31,336 --> 00:31:32,570 Let them pass. 349 00:31:32,804 --> 00:31:35,373 Your Highness, the Kurultai is in session-- 350 00:31:35,440 --> 00:31:38,443 How dare you! Have you forgotten who I am? 351 00:31:42,213 --> 00:31:44,349 Now stand aside. 352 00:31:50,221 --> 00:31:52,423 What does the law say about this kind of situation? 353 00:31:55,126 --> 00:31:56,694 According to the law of the Kurultai, 354 00:31:56,961 --> 00:31:59,530 the repeal of an imperial message for abdication sealed by the Emperor 355 00:31:59,898 --> 00:32:02,467 requires a unanimous vote. 356 00:32:05,136 --> 00:32:06,136 Then, 357 00:32:06,804 --> 00:32:08,306 let the vote begin. 358 00:32:13,177 --> 00:32:15,780 All those in favor of the Emperor, 359 00:32:16,247 --> 00:32:18,016 rise from your seats. 360 00:32:29,327 --> 00:32:32,430 I, Governor Baekan of Yoyang Province, oppose the abdication. 361 00:33:03,428 --> 00:33:05,196 Keep your word! 362 00:33:06,097 --> 00:33:08,866 I do not believe 363 00:33:09,200 --> 00:33:12,603 that the Grand Councillor has planted the Eagle House spies in my province. 364 00:33:13,204 --> 00:33:16,641 I do not want to suspect the Grand Councillor without proof. 365 00:33:22,580 --> 00:33:25,717 Is that everyone in favor of His Imperial Majesty? 366 00:33:33,024 --> 00:33:34,024 Your Imperial Majesty, 367 00:33:35,760 --> 00:33:39,163 it appears that you failed to get a unanimous vote. 368 00:33:46,704 --> 00:33:48,039 Not so fast. 369 00:34:01,252 --> 00:34:02,720 -Is that... -Hold on. 370 00:34:04,856 --> 00:34:06,090 You are... 371 00:34:08,526 --> 00:34:11,629 Your Imperial Majesty, I brought the spies 372 00:34:12,063 --> 00:34:14,699 who distributed counterfeit money in the ten provinces. 373 00:34:23,508 --> 00:34:25,576 Each time the counterfeit bills were in circulation, 374 00:34:26,310 --> 00:34:28,713 Grand Councillor Yeoncheol tampered with the report 375 00:34:28,780 --> 00:34:30,515 {\an8}and inflated the value of the chao. 376 00:34:30,581 --> 00:34:32,316 {\an8}Do you believe that is a coincidence? 377 00:34:32,850 --> 00:34:33,885 Your Imperial Majesty, 378 00:34:33,951 --> 00:34:37,388 how can you blame my father for something he did not do? 379 00:34:37,488 --> 00:34:40,391 He has no connection to the Eagle House. 380 00:34:42,093 --> 00:34:44,195 I, Governor Ju Gaseo of Gangseo Province, 381 00:34:45,696 --> 00:34:47,098 oppose the abdication. 382 00:34:48,099 --> 00:34:51,436 I, Governor Lee Gisuk of Gangjeol Province, oppose the abdication. 383 00:34:57,708 --> 00:34:59,577 I oppose the abdication. 384 00:35:08,619 --> 00:35:10,955 Your Imperial Majesty, congratulations. 385 00:35:11,255 --> 00:35:12,690 The abdication has been repealed. 386 00:35:13,057 --> 00:35:15,393 Congratulations, Your Imperial Majesty. 387 00:35:25,403 --> 00:35:28,473 Since the all of the governors voted-- 388 00:35:28,539 --> 00:35:29,574 One moment. 389 00:35:31,542 --> 00:35:33,010 We are not quite done yet. 390 00:35:36,414 --> 00:35:40,485 As the Grand Councillor of the Great Yuan, you have been handling political matters 391 00:35:40,785 --> 00:35:43,554 on behalf of me to ease my burden. 392 00:35:43,621 --> 00:35:44,621 But... 393 00:35:46,023 --> 00:35:50,428 it is time that the authority returned to the throne. 394 00:35:53,965 --> 00:35:57,235 Are you saying you will govern the Empire? 395 00:35:57,435 --> 00:35:58,569 I appreciate... 396 00:35:59,770 --> 00:36:01,239 all you have done so far. 397 00:36:02,473 --> 00:36:04,275 Now give me the seal. 398 00:36:08,513 --> 00:36:10,481 Kurultai tradition requires 399 00:36:10,681 --> 00:36:12,817 another unanimous vote. 400 00:36:13,184 --> 00:36:14,685 Quite right, Your Highness. 401 00:36:16,087 --> 00:36:19,423 Please start the vote right away, Your Imperial Majesty. 402 00:36:19,757 --> 00:36:22,560 -Start the vote, Your Imperial Majesty. -Start the vote, Your Imperial Majesty. 403 00:36:48,119 --> 00:36:49,220 How did it go? 404 00:36:49,287 --> 00:36:51,022 We march on into the hall now. 405 00:36:51,722 --> 00:36:54,325 -Pardon? -Kill every governor in there. 406 00:36:54,392 --> 00:36:55,860 General. 407 00:36:55,960 --> 00:36:57,195 Please calm down. 408 00:36:58,196 --> 00:36:59,797 I do not think it is a good idea. 409 00:37:00,998 --> 00:37:04,335 What did you say? The Emperor cannot take the authority back. 410 00:37:04,635 --> 00:37:07,071 My father is in trouble. 411 00:37:08,139 --> 00:37:09,674 What about the Emperor? 412 00:37:13,878 --> 00:37:15,313 Shall we kill him... 413 00:37:16,814 --> 00:37:18,082 and the Empress Dowager too? 414 00:37:18,549 --> 00:37:20,151 Is that what you want? 415 00:37:21,986 --> 00:37:25,556 Not even the Grand Councillor will be able to avoid the consequences. 416 00:37:26,424 --> 00:37:30,728 You are putting all of our lives on the line! 417 00:37:34,865 --> 00:37:36,334 It must be stopped. 418 00:37:37,068 --> 00:37:41,472 The Kurultai must be stopped. 419 00:37:43,975 --> 00:37:45,042 His Imperial Highness... 420 00:37:48,713 --> 00:37:51,415 His Imperial Highness is still in the Cold Palace. 421 00:37:53,584 --> 00:37:54,852 What did you just say? 422 00:37:55,686 --> 00:37:58,389 I intend to take my seal back 423 00:37:58,456 --> 00:38:00,291 and restore full authority to the throne. 424 00:38:00,591 --> 00:38:03,894 All in favor, rise from your seats. 425 00:38:26,050 --> 00:38:27,318 Your Imperial Majesty. 426 00:38:27,551 --> 00:38:29,387 His Imperial Highness... 427 00:38:30,321 --> 00:38:32,023 is nowhere to be found. 428 00:38:36,460 --> 00:38:39,263 -What are you talking about? -Are you saying he is missing? 429 00:38:39,330 --> 00:38:41,499 No one has seen him since last night. 430 00:38:44,568 --> 00:38:46,470 It is an emergency! 431 00:38:47,071 --> 00:38:48,239 Your Imperial Majesty. 432 00:38:49,006 --> 00:38:50,241 Prince Maha... 433 00:39:11,128 --> 00:39:14,398 The Kurultai is adjourned. We will resume discussions 434 00:39:14,632 --> 00:39:16,500 after we find the Prince. 435 00:39:26,310 --> 00:39:27,478 Something is not right. 436 00:39:27,878 --> 00:39:30,548 Why would the Prince go missing now of all times? 437 00:39:31,749 --> 00:39:34,085 Your Imperial Majesty, now or later, 438 00:39:34,385 --> 00:39:36,821 our opinion will not change. 439 00:39:37,188 --> 00:39:38,422 He is right, Your Imperial Majesty. 440 00:39:38,689 --> 00:39:41,058 Do not worry, Your Imperial Majesty. 441 00:39:41,325 --> 00:39:43,928 -Do not worry, Your Imperial Majesty. -Do not worry, Your Imperial Majesty. 442 00:39:58,042 --> 00:39:59,910 Is Prince Maha really missing? 443 00:40:00,478 --> 00:40:01,478 Yes, Your Highness. 444 00:40:01,946 --> 00:40:03,214 I just interrogated the court lady 445 00:40:03,280 --> 00:40:05,549 in charge of nursing His Imperial Highness. 446 00:40:07,184 --> 00:40:09,920 So where is the Prince now? 447 00:40:10,821 --> 00:40:13,257 -He is at the Cold Palace. -The Cold Palace? 448 00:40:14,492 --> 00:40:16,026 The Empress took him? 449 00:40:25,202 --> 00:40:26,670 Maha. 450 00:40:27,471 --> 00:40:28,806 My little boy. 451 00:40:34,011 --> 00:40:35,446 What brings you here? 452 00:40:35,713 --> 00:40:39,283 Empress Dowager commands His Imperial Highness be returned. 453 00:40:40,785 --> 00:40:41,786 No. 454 00:40:42,219 --> 00:40:45,556 Go tell her I will look after my son. 455 00:40:46,223 --> 00:40:49,093 What are you doing? Escort His Imperial Highness. 456 00:40:51,762 --> 00:40:53,464 If you dare to lay a finger on my body, 457 00:40:54,064 --> 00:40:56,167 I will bite my tongue and die here. 458 00:40:56,634 --> 00:40:58,769 -Your Imperial Majesty. -If I kill myself here, 459 00:40:59,737 --> 00:41:01,639 you will not be able to avoid the consequences. 460 00:41:02,273 --> 00:41:03,641 Now leave. 461 00:41:08,512 --> 00:41:09,512 Go ahead 462 00:41:10,181 --> 00:41:11,515 and do as you wish. 463 00:41:12,950 --> 00:41:13,784 What? 464 00:41:13,851 --> 00:41:17,054 You do not know what it is like to feel so miserable 465 00:41:18,556 --> 00:41:20,524 to the point where you would rather kill yourself. 466 00:41:22,293 --> 00:41:25,930 I believe you will find out soon enough. 467 00:41:28,032 --> 00:41:29,633 Until then, 468 00:41:29,867 --> 00:41:33,370 I doubt you can dare to kill yourself. 469 00:41:33,971 --> 00:41:37,441 What did that wench just say? 470 00:41:37,708 --> 00:41:39,977 -Chief Eunuch Dok-man. -Yes, Your Ladyship. 471 00:41:40,744 --> 00:41:42,313 Starting today, no more food or water 472 00:41:42,646 --> 00:41:45,516 is allowed in the Cold Palace. 473 00:41:47,418 --> 00:41:49,286 -You wench! -It is an order 474 00:41:49,553 --> 00:41:51,455 from the Empress Dowager. 475 00:41:52,823 --> 00:41:55,993 Your Imperial Majesty, let them take His Imperial Highness. 476 00:41:56,227 --> 00:41:59,196 You cannot rear His Imperial Highness here. 477 00:41:59,263 --> 00:42:00,331 Your Imperial Majesty. 478 00:42:02,500 --> 00:42:04,702 Maha! My boy! 479 00:42:04,768 --> 00:42:06,937 -Maha. Give me back my baby. -Your Imperial Majesty. 480 00:42:07,004 --> 00:42:08,539 -Maha. -Calm down. 481 00:42:08,606 --> 00:42:09,707 -Maha. -Your Imperial Majesty. 482 00:42:10,574 --> 00:42:12,510 Escort His Imperial Highness. 483 00:42:13,377 --> 00:42:15,346 -Maha. My baby! -Your Imperial Majesty. 484 00:42:15,412 --> 00:42:16,614 -Your Imperial Majesty. -My baby. 485 00:42:16,914 --> 00:42:18,048 -Your Imperial Majesty. -My boy. 486 00:42:18,315 --> 00:42:20,084 Maha. Give me my boy. 487 00:42:20,150 --> 00:42:21,318 -My son! -Calm down. 488 00:42:21,385 --> 00:42:22,620 -My baby! -Your Imperial Majesty. 489 00:42:27,391 --> 00:42:29,593 I am the Emperor's principal wife 490 00:42:30,394 --> 00:42:31,962 and the mother of the Great Yuan. 491 00:42:33,464 --> 00:42:35,599 When I return to where I belong, 492 00:42:37,468 --> 00:42:40,671 I will make sure to teach you what it is like to live in hell. 493 00:42:42,106 --> 00:42:44,174 You should brace yourself. 494 00:42:46,343 --> 00:42:48,279 I hope you manage to return as soon as possible. 495 00:42:48,812 --> 00:42:50,614 If you leave the house empty for so long, 496 00:42:51,649 --> 00:42:53,551 it is bound to be taken over by a new owner. 497 00:42:54,885 --> 00:42:56,053 What did you say? 498 00:42:56,720 --> 00:42:57,788 A new owner? 499 00:43:06,797 --> 00:43:10,434 That wench Ki acts like she is the Empress. 500 00:43:10,501 --> 00:43:12,303 How impudent. 501 00:43:29,186 --> 00:43:30,854 They found Prince Maha. 502 00:43:31,121 --> 00:43:33,424 The Kurultai will reconvene tomorrow. 503 00:43:33,691 --> 00:43:35,626 Why did you betray me? 504 00:43:37,027 --> 00:43:39,630 Have you forgotten who made you a governor? 505 00:43:41,165 --> 00:43:42,666 I would not have become a military officer 506 00:43:42,733 --> 00:43:44,501 if it had not been for the late Emperor Myeongjong. 507 00:43:45,603 --> 00:43:48,238 What could be more natural 508 00:43:48,606 --> 00:43:50,040 than to serve his son? 509 00:43:50,841 --> 00:43:51,976 Shut your mouth! 510 00:43:52,042 --> 00:43:55,980 In my youth, you were my hero. 511 00:43:56,680 --> 00:43:59,183 You fought your way across the desert 512 00:43:59,483 --> 00:44:00,884 and led us to victory a number of times. 513 00:44:01,452 --> 00:44:03,621 I still clearly remember the time 514 00:44:04,088 --> 00:44:05,889 when you covered a fallen soldier with your armor 515 00:44:06,890 --> 00:44:08,792 and shed tears for him. 516 00:44:09,660 --> 00:44:12,229 But the man before me 517 00:44:12,696 --> 00:44:15,833 is not the hero I looked up to. 518 00:44:17,234 --> 00:44:18,769 You have become a narrow-minded fool 519 00:44:19,570 --> 00:44:21,705 who is driven by the desire for power rather than the desire 520 00:44:22,306 --> 00:44:23,841 to build the greatest empire of all. 521 00:44:24,074 --> 00:44:25,342 How dare you! 522 00:44:28,345 --> 00:44:29,446 Go on. 523 00:44:29,847 --> 00:44:32,149 The Yuan dynasty is rotten to the core. 524 00:44:32,783 --> 00:44:34,685 You are the one who is responsible for it. 525 00:44:36,387 --> 00:44:38,389 The Emperor should govern the nation, 526 00:44:38,989 --> 00:44:40,924 and the subjects should swear allegiance to him. 527 00:44:42,626 --> 00:44:45,763 I am only abiding by the absolute principle. 528 00:44:46,096 --> 00:44:49,199 I follow no emperor, only the mandate of the heavens. 529 00:44:49,867 --> 00:44:52,503 I show my allegiance by ruling the Empire. 530 00:44:59,209 --> 00:45:01,979 I will not forget your betrayal of me. 531 00:45:04,815 --> 00:45:05,815 Baekan. 532 00:45:17,127 --> 00:45:18,195 Taltal. 533 00:45:19,229 --> 00:45:20,230 Yes, Uncle Baekan. 534 00:45:20,297 --> 00:45:22,900 If I ever become like the Grand Councillor, 535 00:45:25,536 --> 00:45:27,337 you shall kill me. 536 00:45:29,707 --> 00:45:32,509 I would rather die as a dignified warrior... 537 00:45:34,278 --> 00:45:38,949 than live as an old fool blinded by power. 538 00:45:47,224 --> 00:45:49,126 I underestimated the Emperor. 539 00:45:49,827 --> 00:45:52,763 I did not know he was capable of such a thing. 540 00:45:53,230 --> 00:45:54,765 I cannot help but wonder... 541 00:45:55,332 --> 00:45:57,434 what has changed him. 542 00:45:58,268 --> 00:45:59,636 It must be Concubine Ki. 543 00:46:00,938 --> 00:46:02,639 The Empress being sent to the Cold Palace, 544 00:46:02,706 --> 00:46:03,974 Baekan betraying us, 545 00:46:04,041 --> 00:46:05,609 and the Emperor's sudden change... 546 00:46:05,943 --> 00:46:07,845 It all started with her. 547 00:46:09,246 --> 00:46:10,981 They have made a fool out of me. 548 00:46:12,249 --> 00:46:14,651 The world used to tremble in fear in my presence. 549 00:46:14,718 --> 00:46:17,988 And I am being brought down by a mere concubine? 550 00:46:18,522 --> 00:46:19,890 We do not have much time. 551 00:46:19,957 --> 00:46:21,792 We must take action to keep the seal 552 00:46:22,025 --> 00:46:24,495 before the Kurultai reconvenes. 553 00:46:27,831 --> 00:46:28,831 Father. 554 00:46:30,367 --> 00:46:33,103 -Yeom Byeong-su. -Yes, Grand Councillor. 555 00:46:34,671 --> 00:46:37,975 How many prisoners are awaiting execution in the dungeon? 556 00:46:39,409 --> 00:46:41,044 There are three. 557 00:46:41,745 --> 00:46:43,814 May I ask why you ask of them? 558 00:46:46,483 --> 00:46:47,885 I shall go meet them. 559 00:46:50,954 --> 00:46:52,689 Do you have a family? 560 00:46:53,423 --> 00:46:55,993 My old mother is left home alone. 561 00:46:56,493 --> 00:46:59,429 I have a sick wife and children. 562 00:47:00,531 --> 00:47:01,799 No one, sir. 563 00:47:02,266 --> 00:47:03,767 -Kill him. -Pardon? 564 00:47:04,301 --> 00:47:05,669 My lord. 565 00:47:06,203 --> 00:47:07,638 Please spare my life. 566 00:47:12,709 --> 00:47:14,978 You cannot avoid execution whatsoever. 567 00:47:15,045 --> 00:47:17,381 But do as I say, 568 00:47:17,447 --> 00:47:19,950 and your families will be taken care of. 569 00:47:23,821 --> 00:47:26,356 What do you say? Do we have a deal? 570 00:47:26,590 --> 00:47:29,126 Keep your word, 571 00:47:29,526 --> 00:47:31,361 and I will do anything. 572 00:47:33,897 --> 00:47:35,566 Clean them up. 573 00:47:35,766 --> 00:47:38,168 Shave them and dress them as eunuchs. 574 00:47:38,235 --> 00:47:39,235 Pardon? 575 00:47:40,637 --> 00:47:41,772 Yes, Grand Councillor. 576 00:47:43,473 --> 00:47:45,776 With the Kheshig's help, 577 00:47:46,376 --> 00:47:48,345 you will sneak into Prince Maha's chamber tonight. 578 00:47:50,414 --> 00:47:53,584 Father, what are you planning to make them do? 579 00:47:53,650 --> 00:47:56,887 Carry daggers and slip inside the Prince's chamber. 580 00:47:57,921 --> 00:47:58,956 Father. 581 00:48:01,925 --> 00:48:05,028 You will become assassins tonight. 582 00:48:17,374 --> 00:48:19,042 They are to fail. 583 00:48:19,743 --> 00:48:21,945 When they are questioned, 584 00:48:22,346 --> 00:48:25,282 they will confess who sent them to kill the Prince. 585 00:48:26,183 --> 00:48:29,853 Then they will give one of the governors' name. 586 00:48:29,920 --> 00:48:30,920 Exactly. 587 00:48:32,489 --> 00:48:34,124 "Flush out the snake 588 00:48:34,791 --> 00:48:37,494 {\an8}by beating the grass." 589 00:48:38,028 --> 00:48:40,631 We will make an example of one governor. 590 00:48:40,931 --> 00:48:43,467 That should take care of the rest. 591 00:48:45,068 --> 00:48:46,837 If we pull this off, 592 00:48:46,904 --> 00:48:49,439 hanging onto the seal will be nothing. 593 00:49:02,786 --> 00:49:04,955 Do they know where the Prince Maha's chamber is? 594 00:49:05,022 --> 00:49:08,191 Not to worry. I took care of it. 595 00:49:14,064 --> 00:49:15,732 This is a sham. 596 00:49:16,600 --> 00:49:19,069 You are to let yourselves get caught. 597 00:49:31,248 --> 00:49:34,051 Concubine Ki has shown you mercy. 598 00:49:34,284 --> 00:49:38,889 His Imperial Highness is never to go to the Cold Palace again. 599 00:49:39,222 --> 00:49:40,657 Understood, Chief Eunuch. 600 00:49:55,405 --> 00:49:56,406 Wait. 601 00:49:57,908 --> 00:49:58,908 Halt. 602 00:50:03,213 --> 00:50:04,748 Identify yourselves. 603 00:50:08,919 --> 00:50:11,655 I know every eunuch in the Imperial Palace. 604 00:50:11,722 --> 00:50:12,990 Identify yourselves now. 605 00:50:28,805 --> 00:50:29,906 They are assassins! 606 00:50:43,620 --> 00:50:45,222 Keep that one alive. 607 00:50:45,422 --> 00:50:46,556 -Yes, Commander. -Yes, Commander. 608 00:50:52,262 --> 00:50:54,464 Is His Imperial Highness safe? 609 00:50:56,066 --> 00:50:57,801 I just visited his chamber. 610 00:51:00,103 --> 00:51:03,173 How dare they try to harm His Imperial Highness? 611 00:51:03,940 --> 00:51:05,909 Who would dare to give such an order-- 612 00:51:10,514 --> 00:51:11,782 Take them away. 613 00:51:11,848 --> 00:51:12,983 -Yes, Commander. -Yes, Commander. 614 00:51:32,002 --> 00:51:33,804 I will report the incident to the Empress Dowager. 615 00:51:33,870 --> 00:51:35,539 You should let His Imperial Majesty know of it. 616 00:51:35,672 --> 00:51:36,740 Yes, Chief Eunuch. 617 00:51:40,677 --> 00:51:43,680 I was deeply impressed by how you handled the matter, Your Imperial Majesty. 618 00:51:44,014 --> 00:51:48,185 The other governors are singing your praises as well. 619 00:51:48,351 --> 00:51:49,586 I owe it all... 620 00:51:54,024 --> 00:51:55,225 to you. 621 00:51:56,726 --> 00:51:57,928 By the way, Your Imperial Majesty, 622 00:51:58,361 --> 00:52:02,432 when will you make Emperor Myeongjong's blood vow public? 623 00:52:08,972 --> 00:52:11,174 I will use it when I end the Grand Councillor's life. 624 00:52:15,312 --> 00:52:16,980 Every time I read the vow, 625 00:52:17,781 --> 00:52:20,684 I hear my father's lamenting voice. 626 00:52:22,552 --> 00:52:25,255 When I become a true emperor, 627 00:52:26,723 --> 00:52:29,092 I will see my father's will done. 628 00:52:31,695 --> 00:52:32,695 That day... 629 00:52:33,697 --> 00:52:35,632 is not so far away. 630 00:52:41,371 --> 00:52:42,439 Your Imperial Majesty. 631 00:52:49,479 --> 00:52:50,981 Assassins slipped into the Prince's chamber 632 00:52:51,047 --> 00:52:53,049 and tried to kill His Imperial Highness. 633 00:53:04,060 --> 00:53:05,695 What? Assassins? 634 00:53:06,062 --> 00:53:08,365 Who were they after? 635 00:53:08,565 --> 00:53:10,066 It grieves me to say this, 636 00:53:10,934 --> 00:53:12,435 but they were after His Imperial Highness. 637 00:53:12,936 --> 00:53:13,936 The... 638 00:53:15,105 --> 00:53:16,306 The Prince? 639 00:53:16,640 --> 00:53:20,010 Did they try to kill my son? 640 00:53:20,410 --> 00:53:21,545 Yes, Your Imperial Majesty. 641 00:53:24,281 --> 00:53:27,284 Who would dare? 642 00:53:31,588 --> 00:53:34,357 Your Imperial Majesty. Please open your eyes. 643 00:53:34,424 --> 00:53:35,458 Your Imperial Majesty. 644 00:53:35,525 --> 00:53:38,061 Let them know that Her Imperial Majesty has fainted. 645 00:53:38,128 --> 00:53:39,196 Right away. 646 00:53:40,297 --> 00:53:42,732 Your Imperial Majesty. 647 00:53:44,234 --> 00:53:45,234 Your Imperial Majesty. 648 00:53:48,238 --> 00:53:51,741 Please have mercy on me and kill me now. 649 00:53:52,042 --> 00:53:53,710 Did you forget your deal? 650 00:53:54,377 --> 00:53:56,146 Suffer through it-- 651 00:53:57,647 --> 00:53:58,782 Her Highness is here. 652 00:54:00,150 --> 00:54:01,318 -Begin. -Yes, Commander. 653 00:54:12,529 --> 00:54:13,530 Halt. 654 00:54:15,098 --> 00:54:16,266 Your Highness. 655 00:54:17,334 --> 00:54:19,035 -Is this him? -Yes. 656 00:54:20,570 --> 00:54:22,372 Who gave you the order to kill the Prince? 657 00:54:24,341 --> 00:54:26,009 Spill it out now! 658 00:54:26,076 --> 00:54:27,344 There you are. 659 00:54:35,452 --> 00:54:38,221 He tried to kill my grandson. 660 00:54:38,588 --> 00:54:40,023 I will question him myself. 661 00:54:40,390 --> 00:54:42,359 You can go back to your chamber. 662 00:54:43,493 --> 00:54:46,496 There will be no Kurultai tomorrow. 663 00:54:49,366 --> 00:54:52,936 {\an8}Please be noted that it will be reconvened after we get to the bottom of this. 664 00:54:58,942 --> 00:54:59,942 Suspicious? 665 00:55:02,579 --> 00:55:04,648 How so exactly? 666 00:55:05,548 --> 00:55:07,417 I overcame the assassins easily. 667 00:55:08,251 --> 00:55:10,287 It did not seem like they have experience in martial arts. 668 00:55:11,721 --> 00:55:15,625 Eunuch Park used to be a combat instructor, so we would know. 669 00:55:15,859 --> 00:55:17,961 It surely does not make sense. 670 00:55:20,030 --> 00:55:21,398 {\an8}"Shift the blame onto another person." 671 00:55:23,667 --> 00:55:26,436 {\an8}The crime was faked to frame someone. 672 00:55:27,237 --> 00:55:28,638 It is Yeoncheol's scheme. 673 00:55:28,905 --> 00:55:32,275 Who is he trying to frame for the crime? 674 00:55:33,176 --> 00:55:35,345 There is a wicked one named Ki. 675 00:55:36,012 --> 00:55:37,981 She is quite irritating. 676 00:55:38,481 --> 00:55:41,918 She betrayed Wang Yu as well. 677 00:55:42,585 --> 00:55:46,356 The assassin is to mention Concubine Ki's name. 678 00:55:47,023 --> 00:55:49,559 Baekan, Taltal, and Concubine Ki... 679 00:55:50,393 --> 00:55:52,629 will be accused of the crime. 680 00:55:56,733 --> 00:55:59,836 Yeoncheol will use this to keep the imperial seal. 681 00:56:00,370 --> 00:56:04,307 To do that, he should make one of the governors take the fall. 682 00:56:05,108 --> 00:56:08,411 He will most likely to target us. 683 00:56:10,380 --> 00:56:12,515 No, we cannot let him do that. 684 00:56:14,551 --> 00:56:16,286 You need to come up with a plan. 685 00:56:16,519 --> 00:56:18,321 If Taltal is right, 686 00:56:20,190 --> 00:56:22,325 it does not seem like we have much choice. 687 00:56:22,659 --> 00:56:23,693 In that case, 688 00:56:24,694 --> 00:56:26,329 I will go meet the Grand Councillor. 689 00:56:29,232 --> 00:56:30,266 Do you have... 690 00:56:31,735 --> 00:56:33,603 any plan to stop him? 691 00:56:33,837 --> 00:56:35,572 To cool boiling water, 692 00:56:36,439 --> 00:56:39,109 the firewood must be removed first. 693 00:56:39,743 --> 00:56:42,545 If he tries to accuse us for what we did not do, 694 00:56:42,879 --> 00:56:44,080 we should make him believe 695 00:56:44,414 --> 00:56:47,150 that we also have something we can use against him. 696 00:56:47,384 --> 00:56:48,785 Do you plan to use the enemy's strategy 697 00:56:49,652 --> 00:56:52,088 to fight the enemy? 698 00:56:52,322 --> 00:56:54,424 There is no other way. 699 00:56:56,559 --> 00:56:57,861 I will come with you. 700 00:56:58,995 --> 00:57:00,263 Leave it to me, 701 00:57:01,398 --> 00:57:02,499 Your Imperial Majesty. 702 00:57:11,975 --> 00:57:13,843 If you will excuse me. 703 00:57:14,144 --> 00:57:15,545 You can relax. 704 00:57:15,779 --> 00:57:17,380 I could not make him abdicate his throne, 705 00:57:17,714 --> 00:57:19,416 but I will not lose the seal. 706 00:57:23,920 --> 00:57:26,356 Father, Concubine Ki wishes to see you. 707 00:57:26,856 --> 00:57:28,825 What? Concubine Ki? 708 00:57:30,093 --> 00:57:31,428 I will send her away. 709 00:57:31,995 --> 00:57:32,995 Send her in. 710 00:57:35,999 --> 00:57:38,368 Why even bother with her? 711 00:58:01,825 --> 00:58:03,126 How dare you-- 712 00:58:03,193 --> 00:58:05,094 I am not here to see you, General Dang Gise. 713 00:58:09,933 --> 00:58:11,768 I want a word with the Grand Councillor. 714 00:58:12,001 --> 00:58:13,169 You are a bold one. 715 00:58:13,903 --> 00:58:15,338 A mere concubine 716 00:58:16,406 --> 00:58:18,208 dares to walk into the tiger's lair by herself? 717 00:58:18,408 --> 00:58:19,976 How can you call yourself a tiger 718 00:58:21,010 --> 00:58:24,814 when you are doing something even a sneaky cat would not do? 719 00:58:25,615 --> 00:58:26,615 What?