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The government officials held unhindered power. To counter their power, the king forms a secret militia.

History does not record the name, but people of that time called him "The Black Cloud Sword".

This is a story of a man who had no choice but to become a wild savage for loyalty and love.

Baek Roek - Jo Dong Hyuk For love, he becomes a wild man.

Baek Kyul - Suh Doh Young For ambition, he obstructs destiny

Jung Yeon - Jun Hae Bin For revenge, she discards love

Do Shi Pyong-Suh Tae Hwa Kang Chi Soon-Sohn Byung Ho

Ji Hyang - Suh Young Bahk Po - Bahk Wee Sang

Yacha (Savage Demon)

There's no problem in the vicinity.

With the moon this bright, we won't even need the sun.

Have the men speed it up.

Speed it up.

Yes, sir!

~ Episode 1 ~

Drink.

[2nd Tier Rank Eunuch - Do Shi Pyong]

Cold cuts.

[King - Lee Shi Jae]

Even when the advantage is yours, you won't engage in a fight.

Your destruction is your own self.

I'm grateful for your instruction.

I've won, Father.

Victory is sweet and defeat can likewise be worthy.

Victory is truly a joyous thing.

If the time shared was with a worthy opponent, even a defeat would be worthwhile and joyous.

Yes. That is true.

But.., they say even a defeat is joyous.

This saying has no meaning for me.

Isn't it a silly rationalization to make one feel better?

Pardon?

What joy is there in defeat? [First Vice-Premier - Kang Chi Soon]

Today's target is..,

a runaway slave girl's groin.

Isn't it too far?

The arrow is of such good quality.

We should risk the distance.

A perfect score: a target never missed. Here your magistrate demonstrates his markmanship.

What's wrong with the horses?

Sir.

Who are you?

Please spare me, sir. Please spare me.

You punk! Do you know who I am that you dare do this?

I am this nation's magistrate, the honorable Kong Pyong Ju.

They are very late.

Something has happened to them.

Who are you?

Since I've shown you my face, I'll tell you my name.

The fighter and the captain. Have you heard of Lee Baek Roek?

The Black Cloud Sword. Who sent you?

It's Wang Myung.

We brought in the corpses and the severed heads.

How many attackers were there?

The number varies from witness to witness.

Then, there were that many of them?

This is regretful, but they say it was one person.

One person?

Doesn't make sense! Sahyung was one of top five archers.

Were they killed by the sword?

Was it by arrows?

They were attacked with arrows initially, then killed by the sword.

A caravan returning from a foreign visit is ambushed, and a magistrate is found murdered.

Furthermore, the attack was by one person.

Just what were you doing, brother-in-law?!

My apologies.

The attacks were so sudden.

Just what crazy fool is harming our family?

Father, I still can't tell if this is a dream or reality.

Last night...

What was his majesty doing?

They say he reveled all night with the court ladies and repaired to his chambers at dawn.

By day, he lives as the heir of an exceptional ruler.

By night, he corrupts himself with debauchery.

Is he really a king?

Has the king finally descended so low?

The air is rancid with the stench of blood even for ten miles.

It's better than the smell of your hermithood.

You should face the person with whom you're speaking.

What need is there to look into the face?

Just take your horse and leave just the way you came.

Such an unaware fool.

Turn and face me at once!

It's fine.

How is it that you've come all the way here?

It's too dangerous.

Hyung.

[The hills of Ham Kyung Province]

[Five years ago]

-Hyung. -Project it far.

- Far? - Right, Far.

Hyung, wait for me.

Even if you want to drown and die in this river, you won't be able

Take your time.

Is fishing something that a man does?

What?

It's lame that he's using bait to catch a fish.

If he's a man,

then he should hunt by a hand-to-hand combat.

Then you go to the mountains and hunt a tiger or a bear by a hand-to-hand combat.

I'd much rather enjoy luring a catch with a bait with Baek Roek oppa.

Shi Jae, it's not hard at all.

Put strength to your toes.

My toes?

It's getting deep.

Hyung, you can't leave me behind.

Hyung, you can't leave me behind.

Hey, you.

I won't leave you behind. I'm right here.

Hyung, don't go.

I'm not going.

Shi Jae.

It was so nice back then.

I made you into this blood drenched wild man.

I promised that I'd protect you. We have no choice.

Because I am a King?

If you weren't a king,

I might have wanted to protect you even more.

Why?

Because to me...

you were my poor little brother.

You didn't know then that the promise you'd make would require you to risk your own life.

But...

I won't die.

At least, until the Shi Jae that I once called...

How petulant of you!

How dare you utter the king's name?

I am not standing here as a king right now.

Who are you reprimanding?

Retreat for now.

Please continue, hyung.

The younger brother whom you once called Shi Jae?

That younger brother...

no matter who he is now...

until all his worries are laid to rest...

and sleeps in peace...

I won't die.

Next time...

not at a place like this...

not secretly like this...

I will definitely...

with all the official bowing their heads at the palace,

I will fill your wine glass.

They know every detail about us,

but we know nothing about them.

Moreover, there wasn't anything they demanded.

I just can't understand what they want.

The fact that they come stealthily with highly lethal skills,

I'm on edge wondering when they will come for us.

Look here sir, wasn't there any clue at the crime site?

Only thing those Black Cloud Swords left were gruesome slayings.

I just can't think of a single thing they may be after.

You're all pathetic.

Our enemy is after the two things most important to us.

What would that be?

Power.

And, our lives.

If this was from a military directive,

he would had full knowledge of it.

But if he is able to utilize an assassin,

he'd be someone who has his own militia.

You still don't know who's behind this?

Can't be...

If we were to lose our power,

who would that power go to?

So,

you're still here like this.

I've some things to think about.

Am I also included in those thoughts?

When you come home,

it doesn't even cross your mind to enter my chambers.

Can we really call each other a married couple?

We're in a state of crisis, dear wife.

Then, what about at other times?

Did you even glance at me?

Dear wife.

I know you married me for my father.

And, I admit that I begged Father for our marriage.

But I too am a woman and a human being.

I'm not a chaste widow.

How can you treat me so contemptuously?

If you despise me that much,

it may be better to ask Father for a transfer to another region.

What's all this fuss about?

If the butterfly doesn't land on a flower,

that means there's a problem with the flower also.

Go in for now.

Father.

If you have ears, you would have heard of the events that happened overnight.

Why are you so immature?

My apologies.

Anyway, you didn't enter into marriage for her,

rather wasn't it because of my position?

She's been lonely having lost her mother at youth.

Even if you don't love her,

speak a warm word to her now and then.

You should quit the police and re-enter the White Cloud Sword.

Re-enter and closely monitor the king.

Find out what he's all about.

I understand, sir.

We'll be defeated if we don't find out as soon as possible.

This doesn't only concern my neck,

but yours as well.

Keep that in mind.

Yes, you excellency.

Hanyang Byways.

What?

Why do you always have me do this?

That brat.

Baek Kyul!

Has there been no word of Jung Yeon yet?

I told you to stop already.

She's left me and intentionally went into hiding.

How can I find her even if I'm in the police force?

Since Jung Yeon loved you, you search for her.

How can you say it like that?

She made a promise with you.

Something might have happened to her.

Without even trying to find her, why do you keep thinking she ran away?

Then, what about you?

What were you doing the past three years that you show up now?

I was trying to support you.

I told you I'm going back to stonemason.

So, the things you've accrued for us is a gold plated stone charm?

No thanks.

Don't you know who my father-in-law is?

You walk the path you're supposed to walk.

Jung Yeon is probably walking hers.

Also, I won't be at the police station anymore, so don't come looking for me here anymore.

Don't act like you know me even if we meet on the streets.

Are you wanting to sever our relationship?

For now.

Later.

Much later.

Come when I call you then.

It's fine that you advance in your career, and if you never want to see me again.

But don't get involved in anything dangerous.

I'm also in pain over the murders of our magistrates.

Find the suspect immediately and punish them accordingly.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Consequently, we've conferred to secure your surroundings for your safety.

Are you planning to increase the court guards?

We'll keep the court guards as is.

Instead we're like to embed the immovable White Cloud Swords throughout your quarters.

Wouldn't that would too cumbersome?

Even if it's cumbersome, we must for the time being.

They've murdered the magistrate.

We don't know who they'll target next.

I'll think about it.

It's not a matter for you to think about.

If something happens to you, we sin again by creating a situation where new heir to the throne is needed.

Your servants are only concerned about your safety.

Please grant it.

Fine.

Do it.

Also, we'll submit the nominations to fill the magistrates' vacancies shortly.

Your Majesty, please calm yourself.

He knows.

That's why he's embedding the White Clouds Swords to constrict my every movement.

What do I do now? They'll bind me tightly all around.

What should I do?!

Why are you silent?

Say something!!!

Your Majesty.

Tonight... this matter will be handled.

Tonight?

If the White Cloud Swords arrive tomorrow, we won't be able to plan anything anyway.

If we are to get rid of Kang Chi Soon, tonight is the only...

Will you able to do it?

We must, mustn't we?

Kang Chi Soon might have felt he defeated you, and may let his guards down tonight.

My fate depends on...

the Black Cloud Swords.

Are you trying start a war or something?

Just who is it that you've had all of us meet here?

[Kill Kang Chi Soon]

Kang Chi Soon, the first vice-premier?

That's correct.

Him? Why?

Why?

Since when have you asked for reasons?

Is he of any relations to you?

No, no that.

Even if he were your father,

receive the royal command.

I will receive the command.

The king's life depends on it.

You must endure it.

Furthermore,

no one must see and recognize you there.

I've heard the news about the magistrate's death.

You must be in much heartache over it.

Was there any clients who sympathized with the king?

But didn't you already rid of all who sympathized?

There wouldn't be anyone left to come through here.

By the way, after what happened to the magistrate, there are many who are eyeing that position.

Who?

The left police chief believes you'll appoint him.

How pathetic.

Me too, feel that he's unqualified to fill that position.

Furthermore, he's still idling his hands even with the murder case of the magistrates.

If anything, you'll reprimand him rather than reward him.

You're better than the left police chief.

Then, hand me the position of the left police chief.

I'll solve the murder case unequivocally.

Whatever you hear regarding that case, relay it to me immediately.

Depending on your feat,

even if it's not the position of left police chief,

I'll give a 2nd tier court lady's position in line for the throne.

Of course.

But before that, I like to gain another favor from you.

If Yeon has finished getting ready, have her come in.

Those unforgettable memories

Drench my soul again this night

The wounds inflicted on your heart

Won't let me fall asleep

Although I pretend everything is alright

My feet are trapped in the past

I wander aimlessly all night looking for you

I send my tears away with the wind

This love is so bittersweet

The promise embossed on a petal

Remember them for me

It's been a long time.

I am called Yeon.

What is it?

I asked what is it?

They brought her in without any announcement.

It's fine. You may leave.

Jung Yeon, give Kyul a little bit of your attention.

He's trying so hard to impress you, but you won't even look at him.

There's nothing worth to look at.

Even a four year old can do that much.

Shi Jae, since we're out just relaxing,

recite the words of Confucius.

Oh, the Classics?

I love hearing you recite it with your smooth voice.

Hyung, being loud like that, all the fishes will flee.

The fishes can learn from the Classics too.

Yeah, I like listening to Shi Jae's voice too. Recite it.

Okay then. Here I go.

The Zi Gong asks...

Is there any one word that could guide a person throughout life?

The Master replied: reciprocity.

Never impose on others what you would not choose for yourself.

Great!

What great teachings.

Hyung.

Do you even know what they mean?

Of course, I do.

What is it?

It's from Confucius. Naturally, they're great teachings.

Then, do you know?

Me?

Well me... naturally, I don't know.

Zi Gong asks, "What is politics?"

Confucius answers,

Politics is economy, military and the trust of the people.

What you do not wish for yourself, do not do to others.

Zi Gong asks,

If you had to throw away one of these three, which would you throw away?

Armed forces.

Throw away the military.

See, didn't I tell you they're great teaching?

Wow, but Jung Yeon, I knew you could read, but when did you study the Classics?

I looked through Father's book a few times. That's all.

-Oh! I caught one! - Caught one. Caught one!

-Caught one! - Wait, hold it.

Reel it in!

Oh, Wow!

It's a big one. Big.

Yay!

Did anyone claim you?

This is her first time with the courtesans even.

This flower doesn't belong with the courtesans.

Then, do you mean to transfer this flower to your courts?

As you have said, you've gained yourself a favor.

Then, you need to reward me.

Tell me what reward you'd like.

I'll tell you after I think through a bit.

You're a greedy one.

I think they're after you, your excellency.

I knew this would happen.

Is it you, Wang Myung?

But then again,

you're not one to reveal yourself.

Throw away your sword.

It's all finished.

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One sword equals 3000 hells.

What hell are you creating now?

This nation already doesn't make sense.

That's why we're trying to re-establish it properly.

And, wasn't that what you and I set out to do anyway?

She came.

Jung Yeon came.

Jung Yeon, whom you earnestly sought, is here.

Just who are they that they've escaped the trap?

It's not that we have no clue.

I have a clue regarding his swordmanship.

So, it has a connection to the palace?

I had wanted you to die at their hands this time.

I hear that Kang Chi Soon's son-in-law is your younger brother.