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Sire, Minister Noh has no issues with putting officials in jail!

He is a treacherous vassal!

Please interrogate Minister Noh!

Sire, interrogate Minister Noh!

I want to chew on Minister Noh's flesh!

Only after Shim Mi is boiled to death

will heaven send us rain!

They are cursing at Minister Noh...

but truly it is my flesh they want to chew on...

and they want to boil me to death.

Gil Dong...

There must be something that will upset the king.

Let it burn with a bigger flame!

More!

Something that will upset the king.

Dragon's scale.

[Dragon's scale refers to the king's weakness that will cause his fury]

[Rebel: Thief of the People]

[Episode 12]

You must've heard a lot about what's going on out there.

Tell me about those stories.

How do the people whisper about me?

You may begin.

All right.

Now...

Oh, you can start.

Yes.

Of course...

all the people are praising Your Majesty's virtues--

You can say anything in front of me.

But you may never report any lies to me.

I will hold ill will towards those who tell me lies.

All right, why don't you tell me?

It's just...

Your Majesty is...

Please take my life!

I heard...

Since Your Majesty banned the path north of Changdeok Palace

there must be something that needs to be hidden.

I heard people whispering about that.

And?

Watching in secret how horses mate in the garden...

That's another rumor.

Also, bringing in 10 foxes to the palace means--

Watch your mouth!

I can promise you.

I will never...

I will never report a lie to Your Majesty.

I don't know the details...

but the king is not in a good mood these days.

According to Han Deok, the court maid for the king

since the scholars keep pleading all the time

the king is constantly in a bad mood.

That's why the king often just stares at a fire in his garden.

He doesn't even go hunting anymore.

This is something I heard from female musicians at Jangakwon.

Recently, at Jangakwon, instead of listening to music, the king just ranted.

What do you think?

Do you remember that Officer Kang said the king doesn't smile or get upset?

But, to get angry at the musicians that he treasures so much...

It is strange.

Find out more about the rumors going around.

You must report the truth to me, no matter what it is.

Eunuchs and maids never tell me the truth because they're scared.

Can you do it?

Your Majesty...

To report only the truth to Your Majesty means...

to put one's life in danger.

But I will risk my life for you.

In return, if I do the job well...

please grant me a small reward.

A reward?

Do you have something you yearn for?

Yes, sire.

I really...

want to see someone.

Hey, is it really different this time?

Are we getting excited for nothing like last time?

I assumed wrong last time.

Committing a sin isn't enough for the king to punish a royal.

But he will get punished when the king gets upset.

Brothers, let's find out why the king is upset

and get Prince Choongwon involved in it.

We must find out.

Can you believe Shim Mi killed a cow before the mourning period was over?

How does that make sense?

Pretend that you don't know me one more time!

Your teeth will just...

- Especially you, Song Chool! - I am Song Chool.

Man Soo!

- This is Man Soo. - I'm Man Soo.

Tell your masters, and help me spread the word.

Don't worry!

His Majesty brought in female musicians even during the mourning period

and made them sing and dance?

Enjoying women is a part of the family history.

King Seongjong had 29 children!

Now that you mention it

I heard King Sejo also tried to take his son's concubine!

That's not all!

King Sejo apparently dumped the body of Prince Nosan on a mountain.

King Sejo threw away the body of Prince Nosan

and let wild animals eat his body.

King Sejo also tried to take Gwiin Kwon and Gwiin Yoon

the concubines of his son--

That's enough!

Of course the whole world already knew about it.

The entire world knew the rumors about King Sejo.

I thought those murmurs were confined to the palace.

Because these nasty rumors are going around

all of the officials and scholars are looking down on me.

For them to talk so rudely about the Great King Sejo...

They must consider me, his grandson, an easy target.

Therefore...

I should not just sit back and watch them belittle me.

Sire, I will find everyone who speaks of rumors!

No, how could we grab rumors that are like wind?

However, if the rumors are left in writing...

that's different.

If a rumor is left as a record, I can reprimand someone.

I can punish him.

Who are the ones that record everything about the king?

Historiographers record everything they've seen and heard

about the king in the draft record.

Sometimes, they also record rumors outside of the palace.

Park Ha Sung, who was picked by Your Majesty from the provisionary exam

has become a historiographer.

In 1455, Prince Nosan abdicated the throne to King Sejo

because he recognized the capability of King Sejo.

King Sejo couldn't possibly refuse Prince Nosan's offer.

It was the path of true loyalty.

How precious and fortunate is the loyalty of 1455?

Park Ha Sung.

Look up.

You should always keep these bells with you.

Every time the bells sound

it means you should never forget to conduct yourself properly.

That is why I am giving them to you.

Mother!

When they make a sound, people will look at me.

That's true.

All right.

But you shouldn't forget why your teacher gave these jade bells to you.

You're going to the Special Advisors Office thanks to the teacher

so you should not forget his kindness.

What did my teacher have to do with it?

It is because I worked hard to make connections with seniors in the Office.

I heard Park Ha Sung is on a fast track for promotion at his young age.

It wouldn't hurt you to stay close to him.

Bring him home some time.

Yes, Mother.

Also...

does His Majesty speak of the dethroned queen at all?

Even up until last year

there were rumors of a posthumous title for the dethroned queen.

But he hasn't said much recently.

Officials have opposed it dozens of times, and resigned over it.

So he may have given up.

What's wrong with officials?

The late dethroned queen's status needs to be restored soon.

Pardon?

Never mind. You should hurry.

Now the dethroned queen's son has become the king...

if only I had kept that letter from her...

it would have been so great.

There is no end to this fight.

Lord Jo's wife was next to Prince Choongwon.

The likes of you are the scabies and sores of Joseon!

If the likes of you increase in number

the nose of Joseon will be cut off

its fingers will decay, and its stomach will rot!

That is why... I am going to kill you

and kill your children...

to protect the country.

We can't take out Prince Choongwon when he has the affection of the king.

That is why...

I'm going to make the king take out Prince Choongwon.

You have the responsibility of passing down history to the next generations.

If you lose or leak the draft record

not only you, but also your children will be banned from government posts.

That is the punishment.

Also, there can't be any lies in the draft record

so you must record the truth as you hear and see it.

Last night

some maid from the kitchen and some guy... behind a column...

What, what?

- Hurry up and tell me! - What?

I heard another horse was brought in to the Royal Finance Office.

Really? Tell me everything!

What are you so happy about?

I'm in awe.

For me to be next to His Majesty, listen to his voice

and write down his words...

It's truly overwhelming.

I find the work boring.

Rather than being hunched over all day, writing down others' words...

I want to go to the Inspections Office, or the Censorship Office.

I have to become an official in the Inspections Office

to be on a fast track to promotion.

By the way, did you hear the rumor?

Rumor?

As you know, the Annals Office opened recently.

Historiographer Kim Il Son submitted a draft record of unpleasant nature

so the Minister of the Annals Office became furious.

"Record of unpleasant nature"?

It is about King Sejo...

King Sejo... with his daughter-in-law?

If any historiographer recorded any rumors about King Sejo...

I can punish him, can't I?

But no king can look at the draft record and the annals.

So how would you check for it?

Instead of me, others will have to check.

Who else can't stand the officials who spit out harsh words?

That description fits Minister Noh.

No. Minister Noh hates other officials.

But he also treasures them.

Someone who is not afraid of the officials, and hates them with passion.

Who could that be?

What do you think of Yoo Ja Gwang?

Ja Gwang was born to a mother who was a maid.

So he has been ignored by the noble class.

Water from Jungto Mountain and the water from Songni Mountain

are considered the best for making tea.

Do you know how the water tastes different?

They're the same.

[Yoo Ja Gwang]

There isn't much difference, only the names are quite splendid.

It's only to show off.

That's how all of the officials and scholars of this country are now.

Everyone's too busy pretending to be righteous.

To tell the truth and to testify mean to be brave despite fear.

But are they afraid of anything?

They are not even afraid of the king of this country.

I called you here to ask you about something that piques my curiosity.

I heard historiographers record even rumors that are spread outside.

Yes, sire.

However, groundless rumors are never recorded after an investigation.

So please do not worry.

Sure... that must be the case.

However...

even if it's not recorded in the Annals...

what about writing down false accounts in the draft record?

Would it be considered disloyalty?

- It is-- - If it goes beyond disloyalty...

and reaches the level of treason?

The one who finds it will be known as a loyal vassal for generations to come.

If you find it...

although you were born to a mother who was a maid

wings of good fortune would sprout from your back.

I heard a rumor

that Kim Il Son submitted a draft record of an unpleasant nature

so there was a big ruckus in the Annals Office?

Everyone's keeping quiet

but I'm sure all of you here know about it.

Why would you bring it up?

It's only recorded in the draft record

and not in the Annals. So there isn't any problem.

What if His Majesty already knows what's in the draft record?

What do you think?

His Majesty knows about it?

People are murmuring that His Majesty has distanced himself from officials

but he is close to eunuchs and maids.

Do you think the eunuchs and maids only bring in female musicians to him?

They are the eyes and ears of His Majesty!

How can you say that? How could His Majesty possibly know about it?

His Majesty does not know yet.

If we tell him, he will know.

And His Majesty is waiting for us to tell him.

The ones who spoke ill of King Sejo should be punished, of course.

I'm glad you think that way.

But promise me one thing.

This is only to punish the disloyalty of Historiographer Kim Il Son.

The flame should not spread in other directions.

Of course not.

Why do you request to have an audience with His Majesty at this late hour?

We have undisclosed information that we should report to His Majesty.

- Good night, sir! - Good night, sir!

- All right, I'll be back next time. - Thank you!

Gil Dong, according to Song Chool, the servant at the Lamplight Office

high-ranking officials went to see the king in the middle of the night.

I heard it's rare to visit the king late at night.

Your Majesty, Minister Noh and other officials are requesting to see you.

I should record the meeting of His Majesty with the officials.

You don't need to attend tonight.

Rather, please see me.

Sire, Historiographer Kim Il Son wrote a record of unpleasant nature

so we would like to report it to Your Majesty.

"Record of unpleasant nature"?

Wrongful records in regards to King Sejo were written down.

I cannot possibly bring it up--

Go ahead and tell me.

King Sejo dumped the body of Prince Nosan on a mountain

and let it be eaten by wild animals.

Also, he tried to take his daughter-in -law Gwiin Kwon, and other women.

He dug up the coffin of Queen Hyundeok--

[He dug up the coffin of Queen Hyundeok and threw it into the sea.]

Are such terrible words really written in the draft record?

I will check it myself.

Bring me all of Kim Il Son's draft records.

Your Majesty...

no king has seen the draft records.

Once a king sees the record

there is no record without influence for the future generations.

- Sire-- - Minister Noh.

The reason they recorded such dirty words in the draft

is because they look down on King Sejo.

To look down on King Sejo means to look down on me!

Despite that, are you trying to stop me now?

His Majesty is furious because of those who are disloyal to King Sejo.

Therefore, there will be a special royal trial soon.

His Majesty will assign you to participate in the interrogation.

How could I be assigned such an important position?

It is because he trusts your loyalty.

- Arrest Historiographer Kim Il Son! - Yes, sir!

- Sir! - Oh, you came!

There was a big ruckus about arresting Kim Il Son last night.

What do you mean?

I heard Kim Il Son wrote something unpleasant in his draft record.

Kim Il Son's draft?

The country's about to be destroyed.

For the king to look at the draft record...

This is unthinkable!

Besides, if the content of the draft record gets out

what will become of this country?

What is a "draft record"?

Huh?

I heard that the country will be destroyed because of the draft record.

There will be a special interrogation soon.

And His Majesty will appoint me to conduct the interrogation.

I see.

Are you not surprised?

How could I carry out such an important task--

Devote yourself to establishing the dignity of His Majesty.

It is the duty of the vassal and the duty of the human being.

And in the end, it is for the sake of the people.

For the sake of the people?

It is with His Majesty's grace that we can eat, sleep, and live in safety.

But the ignorant scholars keep nitpicking at His Majesty's words

and trying to incite an uprooting of our foundation!

Don't forget! The group that incites trouble and humiliates the master

are the true sores of this country!

The group that humiliates the master?

So, stand up with pride to those who humilate the master.

Let us make a pledge!

No matter what anyone says, you and I, the two of us

will become the true loyal vassals of this country!

Let us become the pillars of Joseon for 10,000 years to come!

I will establish the foundation of the next 10,000 years.

I will uproot the sores!

Thank you. Thank you!

We shouldn't sit back.

I will teach you how you can recognize the group that incites trouble.

I heard the two of you are now interrogators.

Yes, Senior.

Do you know why His Majesty appointed you as an interrogator?

It's because you're the grandson of Park Won Il.

Do you understand?

You will bring in and beat down your grandfathers.

Aren't you ashamed?

You find the ones who obeyed King Sejo to be dirty

so how can you be paid by his grandson?

Aren't you ashamed of it?

How can you act this way?

For those of us without connections

we cannot be successful once we fall out of favor from the seniors.

Once you're branded as a sly man

your career in the government won't be easy for the rest of your life!

What does it mean to be a wise man, or a sly man?

It seems that government posts mean nothing to them.

They submit their resignation letters all the time.

But it's different for me.

All throughout my life, I didn't dare to dream to stand in a place like this.

To be with people who sweep, polish, and cultivate the country

and to live a life where I can also make a contribution...

I couldn't dare to dream of it.

My life before...

I told you to wait on the Young Master while he is studying!

Where have you been hanging out? Why are you finally showing up?

Mother!

Mother...

Everyone!

Let go of him! Let go of him!

No matter how well I lived...

it was to be destroyed with one word from the people above us.

Gil Hyun! Gil Hyun!

I was someone outside of this country Joseon.

"Someone outside of Joseon"?

But it is different now.

I am now part of Joseon. I won't be destroyed easily anymore.

And some day, the ones who destroyed my family will pay!

His Majesty offered me this dream-like life.

I cannot possibly turn away from His Majesty.

You should know.

You are similar to me.

You and I both have fathers with faults.

My mother was a maid.

And your grandfather was loyal to the dethroned king.

But that's why this opportunity came to us.

We need to show our capability to His Majesty this time!

What is it that I have to do?

Is it that I should look through Kim Il Son's draft record

and find every detail of disloyalty towards King Sejo?

Find every detail that could be trouble from Kim Il Son's draft record!

Yes, sir.

Sire, Kim Il Son heard the rumors about King Sejo from Heo Ban

and wrote them down in his draft record. That's what he confessed!

The one who told someone, and that someone who told Heo Ban...

and those who told him before that, should be found out.

Do not leave out anyone.

Everyone who relayed the words to Kim Il Son was investigated

but they deny having any treacherous intention?

How could we punish the ones who committed disloyalty now?

But since Kim Il Son wrote down all the rumors that he heard over the years

it is expected that memories of those who heard and spoke are not clear.

His Majesty said that treason is expected out of this.

So we must find ones who committed the crime of treason!

Do you understand what I mean?

I will teach you how you can recognize those who incite trouble.

They are scared easily.

Think about it.

They are paid by King Sejo, but look down on him behind his back.

So they must be easily scared.

They hide their true intentions in a cunning way.

They hide their thoughts with clever words

and they clap for joy when they fool His Majesty behind his back.

How cowardly and disloyal is this?

They hide their thoughts in a cunning way.

"One day in October, 1457, a god appeared in my dream while I slept."

Have you not found anything yet?

What do you really do to waste time?

Sir, do you know the "Tribute to King Huai of Chu" in Kim Il Son's draft?

Yes, and?

It is a tribute to King Huai of Chu who was murdered by Xiang Yu.

So why would Kim Il Son write this on the draft record?

It's because the draft record often contains old stories.

"One day in October, 1457, a god appeared in my dream while I slept."

"I am the grandson of King Huai of Chu"

"He was killed by Xiang Yu and thrown into the river."

Then he disappeared suddenly.

October 1457 is when Prince Nosan died.

Also, in the draft record of Kim Il Son

King Sejo threw out the body of Prince Nosan

and let it be eaten by crows in the field, according to a rumor.

Also, in the Tribute...

it is about Prince Nosan who was murdered

by Xiang Yu

and dumped in the river.

As I thought, it's not anything extraordinary.

I am sorry.

I wondered if they hid their treacherous mind in a clever way.

No... No!

Let's tear apart every phrase of the Tribute...

and reveal how they committed treason against King Sejo!

Sir, here...

"Why didn't you catch it and grease it?" means...

lamenting "Why couldn't Nosan catch Sejo?"

"I was punished by the animal I raised when it bit me," means--

It seems to bemoan that Nosan was killed by King Sejo.

You found circumstances where Kim Il Son committed the crime of treason?

"Tribute to King Huai of Chu"?

They are comparing Sejo to Xiang Yu.

They want to say that King Sejo stole the throne from Prince Nosan.

They are saying that King Sejo was a traitor who stole the throne!

Sire, also...

do you know the author of this Tribute to King Huai of Chu?

He is Kim Il Son's teacher, Kim Jong Jik.

Those who have spoken harsh words to Your Majesty and officials are

Lee Yeok Gong, Choi Moon, and others.

All of them were pupils of Kim Jong Jik!

- Did you hear about the Tribute? - The Tribute?

How did he think of the Tribute to King Huai of Chu?

They're saying "the Tribute to King Huai of Chu" but what is it?

- It's written in the draft. - The draft record?

Everyone whispering right now

are talking about "the Tribute to King Huai of Chu."

"Tribute to King Huai of Chu"?

Everyone's hiding or burning it.

So I had a hard time getting one.

This is serious.

This is lamenting the death of King Huai of Chu.

What does Chu have anything to do with this country?

It seems that there is no connection.

But listen carefully.

I think the ones who have passed this around and read it

want to say that King Sejo forced his nephew to give up the throne

and killed him.

In other words--

The King is upset over the rumor about king Sejo?

King Sejo is the grandfather of the king.

So, he is upset that people talked bad about his grandpa?

Well, that's what it is, so to speak.

So, the king's "dragon scale" was his grandfather?

Then how serious of a problem will this Tribute become?

I don't know much about government

but if the king recognizes the true intention of this writing

at minimum, this is a crime of treason.

King Sejo sorted out a country in disorder

and established a foundation for the generations to come.

But now

people in Kim Jong Jik's group pass around the "Tribute to King Huai of Chu"

and mark King Sejo as a traitor who stole the throne.

The evidence of it is clear!

Now, their crime has come to the surface.

Tell me what punishment is adequate for Kim Jong Jik.

Sire, after reading "the Tribute to King Huai of Chu" by Jong Jik

I can neither read it aloud, nor can I see it with my eyes!

Of course his head should be removed from his body

and hung as an example!

Jong Jik had two hearts

so please cut off his head!

- Please cut off his head! - Please cut off his head!

Sire, Jong Jik is already dead, only his title should be taken away--

Although Jong Jik's treason has been revealed?

Are you taking the side of his people?

- Sire, but-- - Listen!

There are people who speak words of disloyalty all the time

so take them away and interrogate them immediately!

Root out the custom of belittling the master!

- Let's go! - Let's go!

Sire, sire!

Sire! Sire!

Sire, you cannot do this! Sire!

Did you think I did not know?

- My father... - There is no time.

My father killed my mother.

They are afraid of Confucius and Mencius.

That is the safe way.

That is the only safe way.

Let go of me!

Let go of me right now!

Sire! Sire!

You're the one who found "the Tribute to King Huai of Chu"

and handed it to Yoo Ja Gwang?

Sir.

I am proud of you!

Just wait and see. A bloody wind will blow now.

They... pointed fingers at you and called you a sly man every day.

And they spat harsh words and said they would chew on your flesh!

So why would you be afraid that they will get hurt?

Do you really not know?

Yes, they have not cared for important government affairs

and they have only tried to measure their strength against the king.

They are foolish and ignorant.

But it is still my job to guide them on the right path.

If those foolish ones are gone

and the path of speaking the truth to the king is blocked

where would this country be headed?

If it's a crime of treason, everyone involved in this must be punished, right?

Of course.

Even if he is a royal blood.

Hey, will you try to get Prince Choongwon involved in this?

No one can be excused from the crime of treason.

Even if it's Prince Choongwon.

Make sure that I never see that wench!

Clean it up. It's hideous.

That maid must've caused trouble again.

Those wenches.

I took care of what you told me to do.

He will work hard only in the silver mine now.

I wonder if he won't think of running away once he has shackles on.

These are Kim Jong Jik's pupils

who are suspected of forming a political group with Kim Il Son.

They are just people from Kim Il Son's hometown

or classmates who studied in the same school, aren't they?

There is no need to accuse them of forming a party.

His Majesty wants to scare them.

He wants to make them tremble in fear!

That's why, even if it's a slim connection

we must doubt them and question them.

Take them in!

Let us show the dignity of His Majesty all over Joseon!

- Hurry! - Yes, sir!

- Hurry up! - Yes!

Hurry, hurry!

What are you doing?

Move quickly! Move!

Prince Choongwon's grandfather is Prince Yangeung.

Prince Choongwon always bragged about how his grandfather

helped King Sejo to the throne.

That's the problem.

People who spoke ill of King Sejo are being taken away now.

But Prince Choongwon's grandfather helped King Sejo.

Wow, why is it so chilly?

Why did you come so late?

I was watching a fire, so I ran late.

Watching a fire?

You know Lee Jong Soo, who attended Prince Choongwon's party once in a while.

He was burning all the books and letters at his home.

I became friends with one of the servants there.

I looked into it

and I found Lee Jong Soo and Kim Il Son grew up together.

Gil Dong says he will frame Prince Choongwon in the government affair.

The worst thing that can happen to us is just death.

Go to Hanyang right now, and without letting anyone know--

Who are you?

Do you not remember me, sir?

I run errands at Hwalbinjung.

Didn't you attended Prince Choongwon's party before?

What is this about?

Did you burn something?

By any chance...

did you burn "the Tribute to the King Huai of Chu"?

Or were they letters you exchanged with Kim Il Son?

The problem won't be resolved by burning them.

The ear that hears in Hanyang told me

that dozens of people are taken away every day

and tortured during interrogation.

Most are killed or sent into exile.

And their families become slaves.

I will help you.

I can help you.

Before that, please do me one favor.

Kim Il Son confessed that you are one of 25 pupils of Kim Jong Jik!

He also said he heard a rumor about King Sejo from you!

You conspired with Kim Il Son

and committed treason against King Sejo!

It's not true! I studied with Kim Il Son.

But I was not Kim Jong Jik's pupil!

I only drank with Kim Il Son a few times.

But I am not friends with him!

It's true...

that I relayed the rumor about King Sejo to Il Son.

But I only heard about it from someone else!

I had no intention of treason!

You heard it from someone? Who did you hear it from?

It is...

Please say that you heard about King Sejo from Prince Choongwon

and told Kim Il Son.

I did not hear it from Prince Choongwon!

I was only dragged to Prince Choongwon's party a few times.

Don't worry.

I know very well about Prince Choongwon.

Trust me.

I will help you so that no one will doubt you.

But...

how could I report a lie at the interrogation?

It's not a lie.

I will only tell you what Prince Choongwon said.

You're only relaying the words.

Prince Choongwon has raped and killed young maids for years

but he was not punished because he is a royal.

You were also dragged to Prince Choongwon's parties.

But you had a hobby of cursing at him behind his back.

With this chance, you can punish him in the name of God.

If you would do that

my mouth will save you in the future.

Who did you hear it from?

I...

I heard it from Prince Choongwon!

Have you seen a royal?

This was my first time.

A royal ordered me to do this.

If I say no, I may be in big trouble later.

Stop with your nagging.

Find the girl and bring her here.

Please kill me! He is not a human being!

Don't send me to the animal.

Please just kill me!

We had a report that Ah Mo Gae killed Prince Choongwon's maid.

Even if Lee Jong Soo does us a favor

I wonder if they'd believe his words.

I will leave it to the heavens now.

If the heavens don't help us...

then I will believe that God is on Prince Choongwon's side.

If God is not on our side...

I will just spit at the heavens and live on.

Prince Choongwon is the grandson of Prince Yangeung.

And he was very close to King Sejo!

Why would the grandson of Prince Yangeung speak of disloyalty!

Sir!

Sir, since Lee Jong Soo brought up Prince Choongwon

we should interrogate Prince Choongwon first.

He is a royal.

How could we bring in someone of royal blood to interrogate?

But, His Majesty said

we should investigate everyone involved in this regardless of their status!

Everyone heard "Prince Choongwon" in the middle of interrogation!

If we cover it up

and His Majesty gets furious, then what would you do?

Lee Jong Soo pointed at Prince Choongwon?

Yes, sire.

Lee Jong Soo may have made a false claim, but...

The description of how Lee Jong Soo met with Prince Choongwon

is detailed and specific, so it doesn't seem to be false.

As we establish the dignity of Your Majesty all over Joseon now

if he is excused because he is of royal blood

I worry that it may damage Your Majesty's dignity.

If I excuse him because he is a relative...

who would know of fear again?

Interrogate Prince Choongwon!

But if Prince Choongwon's crime is not revealed after the interrogation

he will surely be punished for slandering a royal.

They are pretty good today.

Did Bal Pa Ni give you that book, sir?

Bal Pa Ni must be beyond dirty.

Don't get me started.

Prince Choongwon, untie your hair and come to receive His Majesty's order!

Let go of me! What are you doing? What on earth are you doing?

Why? Why did they come to grab me?

Sir!

Where are you headed?

I received a message from Magistrate Eom.

Prince Choongwon was transferred to Hanyang.

What do you think you are doing?

Don't you know who I am?

The matter is serious enough that you were not to be excused, sir.

Let me speak to His Majesty. Let me speak to His Majesty!

Since you are a royal

you were to be investigated separately before the interrogation.

His Majesty was being considerate of you.

What?

Prince Choongwon, you know Scholar Lee Jong Soo, don't you?

According to Choongwon, on the way to a trip to Jungto Mountain...

he heard a story about King Sejo from you.

Scholar Lee!

Come up with a poem with the theme of Jungto Mountain!

Jungto Mountain!

Yes, I invited Lee Jong Soo a few times to my parties.

I never told him anything useless.

Then, do you have any witnesses who will back you?

Of course.

Heo Tae Hak.

And...

The errand boy, Bal Pa Ni!

What brings you here, sir?

Do you have an errand boy named Bal Pa Ni?

Yes, yes. We do! We do!

Bal Pa Ni!

Bal Pa Ni!

I am Bal Pa Ni.

What's going on?

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