1 00:00:20,110 --> 00:00:22,209 (Episode 15) 2 00:00:54,039 --> 00:00:56,508 My gosh! I just wanted to see if it was done. 3 00:00:56,509 --> 00:00:58,209 Please come and help me. 4 00:00:58,310 --> 00:01:00,779 What? What is going on? 5 00:01:01,350 --> 00:01:03,380 We have to hide these. Hurry! 6 00:01:04,719 --> 00:01:05,950 What is the matter? 7 00:01:16,130 --> 00:01:18,899 I will leave now, sir. 8 00:01:21,870 --> 00:01:24,039 Did the order really come from His Majesty? 9 00:01:26,009 --> 00:01:28,169 Or did it come from Master Sambong? 10 00:01:30,610 --> 00:01:32,850 I already said it is a royal command. 11 00:01:33,209 --> 00:01:35,050 Then it is His Majesty's command. 12 00:01:53,699 --> 00:01:56,369 This is a royal command. You must comply. 13 00:01:56,669 --> 00:01:58,808 What will you do if I do not comply? 14 00:01:58,809 --> 00:02:00,315 (Grand Prince Hoian, Lee Bang Gan, Lee Seong Gye's fourth son) 15 00:02:00,339 --> 00:02:02,979 These are my soldiers. They are my army! 16 00:02:19,559 --> 00:02:21,889 (Jo Yeong Mu, Lee Seong Gye's loyal subject) 17 00:02:21,890 --> 00:02:23,229 Please comply with the command. 18 00:02:26,429 --> 00:02:27,630 Darn it. 19 00:02:29,569 --> 00:02:30,840 Go with him. 20 00:02:41,479 --> 00:02:42,720 Thank you. 21 00:02:45,049 --> 00:02:46,120 Let us go. 22 00:03:26,930 --> 00:03:28,560 An empty spring dream. 23 00:03:29,799 --> 00:03:32,370 That is what this was. 24 00:03:34,470 --> 00:03:36,239 Sambong must be the one behind this. 25 00:03:37,139 --> 00:03:38,698 He is the one... 26 00:03:38,699 --> 00:03:40,810 in control of our nation, not His Majesty. 27 00:03:50,650 --> 00:03:52,220 I have never felt so insulted. 28 00:03:53,319 --> 00:03:55,959 Without a single word to me, 29 00:03:55,960 --> 00:03:58,220 you entered my home and took my men! 30 00:03:58,519 --> 00:04:00,430 It was His Majesty's command. 31 00:04:00,729 --> 00:04:01,789 Sambong! 32 00:04:01,989 --> 00:04:04,030 (Sambong Jeong Do Jeon, Three Armies Commander) 33 00:04:05,299 --> 00:04:07,828 No commander these days... 34 00:04:07,829 --> 00:04:11,069 should treat their soldiers like their personal slaves. 35 00:04:13,269 --> 00:04:14,539 From now on, 36 00:04:16,079 --> 00:04:19,780 all armed men will fall under the Three Armies Command, 37 00:04:20,479 --> 00:04:22,049 and the King's discretion. 38 00:04:22,880 --> 00:04:26,388 You will need authorization from the Three Armies Command... 39 00:04:26,389 --> 00:04:28,150 to do anything with your men. 40 00:04:32,229 --> 00:04:35,030 What are you going to do with all those men? 41 00:04:36,100 --> 00:04:37,600 Let me hear your plan. 42 00:04:42,200 --> 00:04:43,939 We will attack the Yodong Peninsula. 43 00:04:44,770 --> 00:04:46,970 You will do what? 44 00:04:48,539 --> 00:04:49,939 We will claim Yodong... 45 00:04:50,710 --> 00:04:53,879 and punish Ming for the impudence they showed... 46 00:04:54,580 --> 00:04:56,049 by killing our envoys. 47 00:05:01,189 --> 00:05:04,059 Your Majesty. You cannot do this. 48 00:05:04,559 --> 00:05:08,390 It is reckless to go to war with Ming now. 49 00:05:08,900 --> 00:05:09,999 Your Majesty. 50 00:05:10,660 --> 00:05:13,770 Joseon is only getting started. 51 00:05:14,369 --> 00:05:16,970 We cannot handle the power of Ming. 52 00:05:17,799 --> 00:05:20,210 Our land might be overrun... 53 00:05:20,710 --> 00:05:23,309 and our people might suffer. 54 00:05:24,039 --> 00:05:26,410 Please keep that in mind. 55 00:05:26,780 --> 00:05:28,080 The result of a war... 56 00:05:28,710 --> 00:05:30,749 is not decided by the nations' sizes. 57 00:05:31,249 --> 00:05:33,450 It depends on who is more prepared... 58 00:05:34,049 --> 00:05:37,720 and whose soldiers are better trained. 59 00:05:38,059 --> 00:05:39,890 Sambong is right. 60 00:05:41,229 --> 00:05:43,358 We will begin training tomorrow... 61 00:05:43,359 --> 00:05:44,799 and gather supplies. 62 00:05:46,200 --> 00:05:48,100 We will soon attack the Yodong Peninsula. 63 00:05:48,369 --> 00:05:49,470 Your Majesty. 64 00:05:49,900 --> 00:05:52,710 You cannot do this. Please be wise. 65 00:05:52,939 --> 00:05:54,840 - Please be wise. - Please be wise. 66 00:05:56,140 --> 00:05:58,479 Do as I say. This is my command! 67 00:05:58,879 --> 00:06:00,809 Your Majesty... 68 00:06:04,119 --> 00:06:06,249 Is this all for the Crown Prince? 69 00:06:07,650 --> 00:06:08,650 Yes. 70 00:06:11,260 --> 00:06:13,488 He took our men and weapons... 71 00:06:13,489 --> 00:06:14,729 to attack the Yodong Peninsula. 72 00:06:15,729 --> 00:06:17,228 With no private soldiers, 73 00:06:17,229 --> 00:06:18,459 (Lee Bang Gwa, Lee Seong Gye's second son) 74 00:06:18,460 --> 00:06:22,200 the Crown Prince's half brothers can no longer threaten him. 75 00:06:24,039 --> 00:06:25,039 What? 76 00:06:29,710 --> 00:06:31,538 This happened because... 77 00:06:31,539 --> 00:06:33,710 you flocked around with your men like starved wolves. 78 00:06:34,910 --> 00:06:36,080 He did this... 79 00:06:37,479 --> 00:06:40,450 to take away your sword so you would not be a threat. 80 00:06:42,090 --> 00:06:43,689 Do you not get that? 81 00:06:48,260 --> 00:06:49,660 Why are you like this? 82 00:06:50,530 --> 00:06:51,859 This is His Majesty's nation. 83 00:06:52,369 --> 00:06:55,030 He established it and he now leads it. 84 00:06:55,600 --> 00:06:56,640 He decides... 85 00:06:58,270 --> 00:07:00,140 who the next king will be. 86 00:07:02,169 --> 00:07:03,379 Do you truly think... 87 00:07:04,309 --> 00:07:06,950 Bang Seok should be next in line? 88 00:07:08,249 --> 00:07:10,549 Do you think he can manage? 89 00:07:12,820 --> 00:07:13,919 We leave that to him. 90 00:07:16,590 --> 00:07:18,919 If he lacks in any way, we help as best we can. 91 00:07:19,559 --> 00:07:20,660 As subjects... 92 00:07:22,260 --> 00:07:23,429 and as brothers. 93 00:07:24,460 --> 00:07:26,929 You are becoming more and more like our oldest brother. 94 00:07:34,470 --> 00:07:35,570 Bang Won. 95 00:07:36,580 --> 00:07:37,640 What? 96 00:07:39,179 --> 00:07:40,309 Stop it now. 97 00:07:43,220 --> 00:07:44,780 The throne is not for you. 98 00:07:47,119 --> 00:07:48,720 Father did not allow it. 99 00:07:48,820 --> 00:07:49,960 That is that. 100 00:07:52,689 --> 00:07:54,890 You may disobey our father, 101 00:07:55,559 --> 00:07:56,559 but you cannot... 102 00:07:58,660 --> 00:08:00,030 break him. 103 00:08:06,439 --> 00:08:12,010 Sleep, my baby 104 00:08:16,479 --> 00:08:18,320 My dear baby 105 00:08:21,090 --> 00:08:22,349 If you lost your men, 106 00:08:22,350 --> 00:08:24,550 you also lost your support from beyond the castle walls. 107 00:08:24,789 --> 00:08:27,729 We cannot enter the Palace without men to open the gates for us. 108 00:08:31,460 --> 00:08:32,799 Be careful for now. 109 00:08:33,169 --> 00:08:35,999 Sambong controls all the armed forces. 110 00:08:36,539 --> 00:08:40,270 If he were to make a call, he could kill anyone right now. 111 00:08:53,149 --> 00:08:54,489 I cannot sit and do nothing. 112 00:08:55,090 --> 00:08:57,519 I must see if I can find any men for hire. 113 00:08:57,790 --> 00:08:59,889 Just a few will not be enough. 114 00:09:00,430 --> 00:09:02,090 I must do what I can. 115 00:09:03,330 --> 00:09:04,359 See you later. 116 00:09:25,920 --> 00:09:26,950 Uncle. 117 00:09:29,290 --> 00:09:30,489 What is it? 118 00:09:30,790 --> 00:09:32,420 I have something to say. 119 00:09:38,999 --> 00:09:41,200 Is it true you will attack Yodong? 120 00:09:43,399 --> 00:09:44,399 Yes. 121 00:09:47,310 --> 00:09:49,040 Attacking Yodong now... 122 00:09:50,379 --> 00:09:51,710 will ruin Joseon. 123 00:09:55,680 --> 00:09:58,680 When I was there as an envoy, I met Yeon Wang in Yeondo. 124 00:09:59,889 --> 00:10:01,790 From where he stands, 125 00:10:02,720 --> 00:10:04,960 the Yodong Peninsula is his front yard. 126 00:10:06,629 --> 00:10:08,729 He will not allow anyone... 127 00:10:09,029 --> 00:10:10,729 to raid his front yard. 128 00:10:12,060 --> 00:10:14,399 He is a hostile and ambitious strategist. 129 00:10:17,899 --> 00:10:20,840 I will keep that in mind. Good day. 130 00:10:22,409 --> 00:10:23,509 Uncle. 131 00:10:25,310 --> 00:10:27,149 Who is the king of this nation? 132 00:10:32,019 --> 00:10:34,389 Why are you doing everything you want? 133 00:10:35,489 --> 00:10:36,989 Is His Majesty a puppet? 134 00:10:38,720 --> 00:10:40,629 What is it you wish to say? 135 00:10:48,129 --> 00:10:50,540 Is this the harmonious nation you spoke of? 136 00:10:51,840 --> 00:10:54,239 You said you would create a nation where the king... 137 00:10:54,769 --> 00:10:58,009 and his subjects check each other, so there can be no tyrant. 138 00:10:58,810 --> 00:11:00,649 Do you see that happening? 139 00:11:01,479 --> 00:11:03,979 His Majesty values and trusts just one man, 140 00:11:04,879 --> 00:11:06,189 and that one man... 141 00:11:06,190 --> 00:11:08,190 uses that trust to act like a king. 142 00:11:08,450 --> 00:11:09,489 Am I wrong? 143 00:11:12,460 --> 00:11:13,489 Prince Jeongan. 144 00:11:15,359 --> 00:11:18,930 You say that because you do not see everything. 145 00:11:20,399 --> 00:11:21,830 What is more important than that... 146 00:11:23,399 --> 00:11:26,369 is that it is none of your business. 147 00:11:27,909 --> 00:11:29,429 Worrying about the fate of a nation... 148 00:11:30,379 --> 00:11:32,340 is only for those who deserve to do so. 149 00:11:33,580 --> 00:11:34,608 What? 150 00:11:34,609 --> 00:11:35,810 It does not suit... 151 00:11:36,580 --> 00:11:39,080 someone who acts like a wild wolf... 152 00:11:39,749 --> 00:11:41,649 who threatens his younger brother. 153 00:11:42,659 --> 00:11:43,820 Do you understand? 154 00:11:46,690 --> 00:11:49,229 Why can you not put aside your greed? 155 00:11:50,259 --> 00:11:52,729 Why do you keep thinking you were next in line? 156 00:11:53,670 --> 00:11:55,100 Because you killed Master Poeun? 157 00:11:56,899 --> 00:11:57,899 Yes. 158 00:11:58,999 --> 00:12:00,710 You did a great deed. 159 00:12:02,040 --> 00:12:05,409 But in the grand scheme of things, 160 00:12:06,279 --> 00:12:08,310 it was a very small part. 161 00:12:10,080 --> 00:12:13,749 His Majesty and the late Queen did most of the work. 162 00:12:15,050 --> 00:12:19,019 They did so much that even I do not dare to say... 163 00:12:19,489 --> 00:12:21,029 I did much to help. 164 00:12:23,159 --> 00:12:24,300 And those two... 165 00:12:25,399 --> 00:12:28,700 decided Prince Uian should be the Crown Prince. 166 00:12:30,899 --> 00:12:33,509 The decision was made by those partners. 167 00:12:34,840 --> 00:12:36,009 Who are you... 168 00:12:36,680 --> 00:12:40,109 to keep coveting that spot? 169 00:12:42,749 --> 00:12:44,749 Please do not misunderstand. 170 00:12:46,090 --> 00:12:47,190 You are... 171 00:12:47,989 --> 00:12:50,090 but a small piece of the grand scheme. 172 00:12:51,560 --> 00:12:52,989 Even without that small piece, 173 00:12:54,960 --> 00:12:58,300 the design would have been completed. 174 00:13:00,999 --> 00:13:02,070 That is... 175 00:13:03,170 --> 00:13:06,869 my last piece of advice as someone who is fond of you. 176 00:13:09,340 --> 00:13:10,479 You should... 177 00:13:11,940 --> 00:13:13,680 give up now. 178 00:13:16,279 --> 00:13:18,779 Otherwise, I will no longer turn a blind eye to this. 179 00:13:20,450 --> 00:13:23,489 His Highness may not be able to kill you, 180 00:13:25,989 --> 00:13:27,989 but I can. 181 00:13:30,100 --> 00:13:31,859 If it is for the sake of Joseon, 182 00:13:33,430 --> 00:13:34,899 I can do it. 183 00:14:02,529 --> 00:14:03,859 Please move. 184 00:14:06,800 --> 00:14:08,700 Please move over. 185 00:14:10,570 --> 00:14:13,239 We are on our way to repair the queen's royal tomb. 186 00:14:14,739 --> 00:14:16,409 Please move over. 187 00:14:22,149 --> 00:14:23,279 Let us go! 188 00:15:04,889 --> 00:15:08,389 That is the Three Armies Command, and the palace is that way. 189 00:15:08,859 --> 00:15:10,229 Remember that. 190 00:15:10,600 --> 00:15:11,700 - Yes, sir. - Yes, sir. 191 00:15:14,629 --> 00:15:18,239 While I am away, I would like you to take care of the Three Armies Command. 192 00:15:18,899 --> 00:15:20,509 Yes, I will do so. 193 00:15:24,239 --> 00:15:25,710 What are they... 194 00:15:27,080 --> 00:15:28,409 Stop right there! 195 00:15:36,960 --> 00:15:38,420 Where are these soldiers from? 196 00:15:39,159 --> 00:15:40,359 Right. 197 00:15:41,229 --> 00:15:45,159 We are soldiers from Ansan, here to repair the queen's royal tomb. 198 00:15:45,399 --> 00:15:47,439 Then you should be going straight to the royal tomb. 199 00:15:48,070 --> 00:15:50,831 Why are you walking through the crowded streets of the Six Ministries? 200 00:15:51,269 --> 00:15:52,300 That is because... 201 00:15:53,239 --> 00:15:56,440 I need to stop by the Ministry of Work to confirm something. 202 00:15:56,879 --> 00:15:58,979 Then you should have left the soldiers... 203 00:15:59,409 --> 00:16:01,180 and come alone. 204 00:16:02,310 --> 00:16:04,979 Why would you bring soldiers so close to the palace? 205 00:16:06,950 --> 00:16:08,920 The Capital is where the king is. 206 00:16:09,790 --> 00:16:11,219 Are you unaware... 207 00:16:11,220 --> 00:16:14,089 that you must not do even the slightest thing that poses a threat? 208 00:16:14,090 --> 00:16:15,359 I apologize. 209 00:16:16,090 --> 00:16:17,999 I was short-sighted. 210 00:16:23,600 --> 00:16:25,600 Why are soldiers, who are here to work, 211 00:16:26,810 --> 00:16:28,369 wearing armor? 212 00:16:30,710 --> 00:16:32,279 I was afraid... 213 00:16:33,450 --> 00:16:35,379 they might get hurt while working. 214 00:16:37,279 --> 00:16:38,580 Is that so? 215 00:16:45,320 --> 00:16:47,790 What is in those boxes on the cart? 216 00:16:48,460 --> 00:16:49,489 Sir. 217 00:16:51,499 --> 00:16:52,999 What is this about? 218 00:16:53,729 --> 00:16:54,830 Move aside. 219 00:17:06,450 --> 00:17:07,979 Open it right away. 220 00:17:08,810 --> 00:17:10,920 If I find weapons in here, 221 00:17:11,680 --> 00:17:14,050 you will be taken straight to the Justice Department. 222 00:17:14,649 --> 00:17:17,089 - Sir. - You say you are here to repair the tomb, 223 00:17:17,090 --> 00:17:18,889 yet you had your soldiers dressed in armor. 224 00:17:19,560 --> 00:17:21,629 If you are carrying hidden weapons as well, 225 00:17:22,060 --> 00:17:23,958 then you are, without a doubt, a group of traitors. 226 00:17:23,959 --> 00:17:27,299 That is absurd. Why would I... 227 00:17:27,300 --> 00:17:29,800 Be quiet and open this up. Right now! 228 00:17:34,010 --> 00:17:35,810 - Open it. - Yes, sir. 229 00:17:46,350 --> 00:17:48,249 We received orders to fix the parts that have fallen... 230 00:17:48,250 --> 00:17:50,320 and cut the weeds from around the tomb. 231 00:17:51,619 --> 00:17:54,530 If you believe that these could be seen as weapons, 232 00:17:55,790 --> 00:17:57,129 by all means, take them. 233 00:17:57,429 --> 00:17:59,060 We will work barehanded. 234 00:18:00,669 --> 00:18:03,869 Forget it. Go away. 235 00:18:05,800 --> 00:18:06,840 Yes, sir. 236 00:18:08,209 --> 00:18:10,139 - Let us go. - Yes, sir. 237 00:18:29,159 --> 00:18:31,300 Then I will be off. 238 00:18:31,730 --> 00:18:33,129 Yes, goodbye. 239 00:18:37,070 --> 00:18:39,198 Lee Sook Beon's soldiers are in the Capital. 240 00:18:39,199 --> 00:18:40,638 Is that so? 241 00:18:40,639 --> 00:18:44,240 Yes, but they came with the orders to repair the royal tomb, 242 00:18:44,379 --> 00:18:46,099 so they did not bring any weapons with them. 243 00:18:46,550 --> 00:18:48,209 I have weapons. 244 00:18:48,810 --> 00:18:51,780 - Really? - Yes, follow me. 245 00:19:14,439 --> 00:19:16,108 When we moved to Hanyang, 246 00:19:16,109 --> 00:19:18,179 I had this built just in case. 247 00:19:24,580 --> 00:19:27,419 I hid these here when we lost our personal army. 248 00:19:27,990 --> 00:19:30,119 You can arm about 30 people. 249 00:19:31,619 --> 00:19:33,389 You are truly incredible. 250 00:19:33,689 --> 00:19:36,129 How did you think of this in such a pressing moment? 251 00:19:37,030 --> 00:19:40,600 I know. I must have been a traitor in my past life too. 252 00:19:41,770 --> 00:19:44,100 - Will this help? - Of course. 253 00:19:44,800 --> 00:19:48,070 Thirty soldiers is enough to start our rebellion. 254 00:19:48,709 --> 00:19:50,980 We can raid the armory in the Three Armies Command, 255 00:19:51,080 --> 00:19:52,878 and we can even force the palace gates open. 256 00:19:52,879 --> 00:19:56,280 Then I will send my brothers to Park Po and Park Eun. 257 00:19:56,619 --> 00:20:00,250 I will tell them to take the soldiers and hide near the palace gates. 258 00:20:04,619 --> 00:20:07,889 Darling, do not hesitate. 259 00:20:08,189 --> 00:20:10,129 They say to strike the iron while it is hot. 260 00:20:14,230 --> 00:20:15,230 Okay. 261 00:20:16,330 --> 00:20:17,439 Go ahead and do that. 262 00:21:03,050 --> 00:21:04,419 My Queen. 263 00:21:06,820 --> 00:21:08,389 Goodbye. 264 00:21:10,060 --> 00:21:11,419 Please... 265 00:21:13,119 --> 00:21:14,990 have an easy passage into eternity. 266 00:21:15,929 --> 00:21:19,029 (Queen Sindeok) 267 00:21:19,030 --> 00:21:20,399 Mother... 268 00:21:22,230 --> 00:21:25,399 Mother... 269 00:21:27,070 --> 00:21:28,609 Mother... 270 00:21:30,280 --> 00:21:31,780 Mother... 271 00:21:34,310 --> 00:21:35,750 Mother... 272 00:21:48,389 --> 00:21:50,459 You have been through so much. 273 00:21:51,629 --> 00:21:55,369 Her Highness' three-year mourning is done. 274 00:22:00,169 --> 00:22:03,109 You have been through a lot too, Your Highness. 275 00:22:04,139 --> 00:22:06,209 You can give me your mourning clothes. 276 00:22:07,010 --> 00:22:08,750 I will burn them for you. 277 00:22:09,379 --> 00:22:10,980 Yes, master. 278 00:22:32,100 --> 00:22:33,669 You have been through a lot. 279 00:22:34,740 --> 00:22:38,709 No, Father. It is you who has seen so much trouble. 280 00:22:39,439 --> 00:22:41,580 You have not been able to eat these days. 281 00:22:42,010 --> 00:22:43,750 I am fine. 282 00:22:44,780 --> 00:22:46,149 You should... 283 00:22:47,119 --> 00:22:48,919 stop crying... 284 00:22:50,490 --> 00:22:52,290 and live valiantly. 285 00:22:53,020 --> 00:22:54,929 Yes, Father. 286 00:23:03,030 --> 00:23:06,340 Father. Your hands are so hot. 287 00:23:07,369 --> 00:23:08,369 Are they? 288 00:23:09,109 --> 00:23:10,379 Are they that hot? 289 00:23:12,310 --> 00:23:15,080 I think I am running a fever. 290 00:23:15,310 --> 00:23:16,949 It feels more severe than that. 291 00:23:17,580 --> 00:23:19,080 You are burning up. 292 00:23:19,379 --> 00:23:20,449 I am okay. 293 00:23:21,389 --> 00:23:23,719 I will get better when we go back to the palace and rest. 294 00:23:26,689 --> 00:23:29,629 Your Majesty, are you ill? 295 00:23:30,699 --> 00:23:34,129 The royal physician came along with us. Let him examine you. 296 00:23:34,969 --> 00:23:36,669 No. I am okay. 297 00:23:38,439 --> 00:23:40,070 Let us go back now. 298 00:23:42,510 --> 00:23:44,740 Yes, Your Majesty. 299 00:23:49,209 --> 00:23:52,649 Are we carrying out the rebellion now? 300 00:23:59,219 --> 00:24:02,330 Now that we are about to do it, I feel nervous. 301 00:24:05,230 --> 00:24:07,800 Yes. I am nervous as well. 302 00:24:09,800 --> 00:24:12,740 I felt as if my beating heart was echoing throughout the entire house. 303 00:24:14,139 --> 00:24:15,369 That is why I stepped outside. 304 00:24:21,949 --> 00:24:24,080 - Hwa Sang. - Yes, Bang Won. 305 00:24:25,850 --> 00:24:28,389 Do you know what will happen once the rebellion begins? 306 00:24:29,219 --> 00:24:32,419 You will bring your soldiers with you to surround the palace. 307 00:24:32,889 --> 00:24:35,089 You will request His Majesty to name a new Crown Prince. 308 00:24:35,189 --> 00:24:36,290 Is that not the plan? 309 00:24:37,530 --> 00:24:38,560 It is. 310 00:24:39,760 --> 00:24:41,969 Then, what will happen to the dethroned Crown Prince? 311 00:24:45,340 --> 00:24:46,399 Tell me. 312 00:24:47,540 --> 00:24:49,409 What should we do with Bang Seok? 313 00:24:51,280 --> 00:24:53,409 We should not be so hard on him. 314 00:24:53,909 --> 00:24:56,310 We can exile him to a faraway place. 315 00:24:59,480 --> 00:25:01,649 Then he will always be the source of trouble. 316 00:25:03,050 --> 00:25:04,689 Bang Seok might not do anything, 317 00:25:05,959 --> 00:25:08,029 but the people who want to seize power through Bang Seok... 318 00:25:08,030 --> 00:25:09,290 would not leave him alone. 319 00:25:11,159 --> 00:25:14,119 They would have the good excuse of taking back the Crown Prince's position. 320 00:25:15,300 --> 00:25:17,199 They will crowd around him like a swarm of bees. 321 00:25:19,139 --> 00:25:22,070 Then, do you mean we must kill him? 322 00:25:23,840 --> 00:25:24,909 Yes. 323 00:25:26,040 --> 00:25:27,149 We must kill him. 324 00:25:29,879 --> 00:25:32,250 - Bang Won! - Bang Seok must die. 325 00:25:33,850 --> 00:25:36,550 And the people surrounding Bang Seok must die too. 326 00:25:39,419 --> 00:25:41,260 If we hesitate, we will end up dead. 327 00:25:49,330 --> 00:25:50,340 Hwa Sang. 328 00:25:51,500 --> 00:25:52,500 Yes, Bang Won. 329 00:25:52,800 --> 00:25:55,409 Once the rebellion begins, I will become a monster. 330 00:25:57,409 --> 00:25:58,810 I will cut anyone's head off. 331 00:25:59,939 --> 00:26:02,080 I will not show mercy to anyone. 332 00:26:04,980 --> 00:26:07,689 The Lee Bang Won that you once knew is now gone. 333 00:26:09,649 --> 00:26:12,320 Lee Bang Won, who used to run and play with you, 334 00:26:13,659 --> 00:26:15,189 does not exist any longer. 335 00:26:16,959 --> 00:26:18,000 You will only see... 336 00:26:19,899 --> 00:26:23,000 a beast, covered in blood and growling. 337 00:26:24,899 --> 00:26:28,040 An evil spirit will stand before you, unable to recognize anyone. 338 00:26:30,939 --> 00:26:31,939 Bang Won. 339 00:26:34,649 --> 00:26:35,679 Be aware. 340 00:26:36,919 --> 00:26:37,919 I am now... 341 00:26:40,219 --> 00:26:41,250 a monster. 342 00:26:58,000 --> 00:27:00,040 What did you say? 343 00:27:01,469 --> 00:27:03,239 You will get rid of Sambong? 344 00:27:03,240 --> 00:27:04,240 Yes. 345 00:27:04,909 --> 00:27:07,709 It is dangerous to keep Sambong as he is now. 346 00:27:08,149 --> 00:27:10,079 With the Crown Prince on his back, 347 00:27:10,080 --> 00:27:11,919 Sambong has gained too much power. 348 00:27:12,820 --> 00:27:14,948 Not only does he rule the court, 349 00:27:14,949 --> 00:27:16,909 but he has also taken control of the armed forces. 350 00:27:17,359 --> 00:27:19,059 If we keep a man like this as he is, 351 00:27:19,060 --> 00:27:22,560 he will pose a threat to the royal family. 352 00:27:23,459 --> 00:27:25,459 You are absolutely right. 353 00:27:26,230 --> 00:27:29,369 I have always been worried about that. 354 00:27:30,070 --> 00:27:32,070 Then, please help me. 355 00:27:35,639 --> 00:27:38,740 But, if His Majesty finds out... 356 00:27:38,939 --> 00:27:40,280 Do not worry. 357 00:27:41,209 --> 00:27:43,750 You do not have to show your involvement. 358 00:27:44,080 --> 00:27:45,948 You can act as if you know nothing. 359 00:27:45,949 --> 00:27:49,250 When the deed begins, as an elder of the family, 360 00:27:49,520 --> 00:27:51,959 you just need to support the rebellion. 361 00:27:53,359 --> 00:27:55,359 Is that all I have to do? 362 00:27:55,730 --> 00:27:58,500 Yes. That is enough. 363 00:28:02,669 --> 00:28:03,869 Grand Prince Jeongan... 364 00:28:05,000 --> 00:28:06,639 will take action. 365 00:28:08,810 --> 00:28:10,070 Grand Prince Jeongan? 366 00:28:10,379 --> 00:28:14,580 Yes. Grand Prince Jeongan will lead the rebellion. 367 00:28:15,280 --> 00:28:17,780 Just like when he killed Jeong Mong Ju. 368 00:28:28,790 --> 00:28:30,359 Let us part here. 369 00:28:32,030 --> 00:28:34,100 Yes, Bang Won. Have a safe trip back. 370 00:28:41,669 --> 00:28:44,609 Make way. Here comes His Majesty. 371 00:29:39,560 --> 00:29:40,770 Your Majesty. 372 00:29:41,330 --> 00:29:42,330 Your Majesty. 373 00:29:43,399 --> 00:29:46,340 Your Majesty. Wake up. 374 00:29:49,109 --> 00:29:50,109 Your Majesty. 375 00:29:51,409 --> 00:29:53,639 - Father. - Are you okay, Your Majesty? 376 00:29:54,280 --> 00:29:55,879 Physician. Come here. 377 00:29:56,209 --> 00:29:58,119 - Examine him. Now! - Yes, sir. 378 00:30:02,520 --> 00:30:04,519 He has lost consciousness. 379 00:30:04,520 --> 00:30:06,219 He must return to the palace quickly. 380 00:30:06,459 --> 00:30:07,888 I will carry him on my back. 381 00:30:07,889 --> 00:30:09,030 Yes, please do. 382 00:30:12,000 --> 00:30:13,199 Be careful. 383 00:30:51,369 --> 00:30:53,569 His Majesty seemed to be in a very serious condition. 384 00:30:54,009 --> 00:30:57,480 My gosh. It is something I never imagined. 385 00:30:58,240 --> 00:31:00,380 I do not know how to take it. 386 00:31:00,980 --> 00:31:03,880 I do not know what to say in front of you. 387 00:31:05,779 --> 00:31:07,089 I know what you mean. 388 00:31:08,750 --> 00:31:10,690 Should I worry about him as his son? 389 00:31:10,859 --> 00:31:13,660 Or should I be happy as someone who is planning a rebellion? 390 00:31:14,460 --> 00:31:15,900 You are asking me that, are you not? 391 00:31:17,859 --> 00:31:20,299 Yes, I am. 392 00:31:22,569 --> 00:31:24,099 I think this is an opportunity. 393 00:31:24,940 --> 00:31:26,068 My dear. 394 00:31:26,069 --> 00:31:27,769 I made up my mind to think so. 395 00:31:30,410 --> 00:31:31,839 I am that kind of man now. 396 00:31:46,789 --> 00:31:47,829 Father. 397 00:31:48,990 --> 00:31:50,029 Please. 398 00:31:50,799 --> 00:31:52,960 Please wake up, Father. 399 00:31:54,400 --> 00:31:55,400 Father. 400 00:31:56,769 --> 00:31:58,869 Please wake up, Father. 401 00:32:00,339 --> 00:32:01,339 Please. 402 00:32:02,410 --> 00:32:03,470 Father. 403 00:32:05,839 --> 00:32:06,910 Father. 404 00:32:10,210 --> 00:32:11,220 Look here. 405 00:32:13,450 --> 00:32:14,549 How is he? 406 00:32:15,420 --> 00:32:18,460 His fever is not getting any better. 407 00:32:20,730 --> 00:32:23,559 Then, what should we do? 408 00:32:24,630 --> 00:32:28,230 First, I will make and serve another herbal decoction. 409 00:32:34,339 --> 00:32:35,670 Please tell me the truth. 410 00:32:37,809 --> 00:32:39,180 What will happen? 411 00:32:44,049 --> 00:32:47,220 I cannot be sure of anything. 412 00:32:48,619 --> 00:32:50,349 He is over 60 years old. 413 00:32:50,789 --> 00:32:53,059 And recently, 414 00:32:53,460 --> 00:32:55,960 his stamina has weakened. 415 00:32:59,299 --> 00:33:00,460 Are you saying... 416 00:33:02,430 --> 00:33:04,470 he might pass away? 417 00:33:06,900 --> 00:33:11,180 I believe you must prepare for that also. 418 00:33:17,579 --> 00:33:21,349 I shall quickly go and prepare the decoction. 419 00:33:34,529 --> 00:33:36,829 It happened in the center of the Capital. 420 00:33:37,539 --> 00:33:40,869 About now, everyone will have heard. 421 00:33:41,210 --> 00:33:43,940 Yes. I am sure of that. 422 00:33:44,480 --> 00:33:47,650 Then we must deploy countermeasures. 423 00:33:48,250 --> 00:33:50,479 Now that His Majesty is bedridden, 424 00:33:50,480 --> 00:33:52,818 those who want to replace the Crown Prince... 425 00:33:52,819 --> 00:33:54,789 will all rise up. 426 00:34:02,690 --> 00:34:06,200 They will be just as anxious and confused. 427 00:34:08,599 --> 00:34:11,299 Who moves first is of utmost importance. 428 00:34:12,799 --> 00:34:14,670 When the future is unclear, 429 00:34:15,769 --> 00:34:18,039 he who acts boldly survives. 430 00:34:20,039 --> 00:34:21,849 You learn that during a hunt. 431 00:34:22,809 --> 00:34:26,250 A deer that stops to look around gets shot down first. 432 00:34:27,889 --> 00:34:31,320 It is the deer that never stops running that survives. 433 00:34:31,690 --> 00:34:34,159 Yes. You are right. 434 00:34:37,429 --> 00:34:39,698 As soon as the soldiers arrive... 435 00:34:39,699 --> 00:34:42,000 Is Prince Jeongan in? 436 00:35:03,349 --> 00:35:04,888 What brings you here at this hour? 437 00:35:04,889 --> 00:35:07,989 His Majesty is gravely ill. 438 00:35:08,360 --> 00:35:12,699 All princes and royal relatives are to come to the Palace... 439 00:35:13,059 --> 00:35:15,599 and await further instructions. 440 00:35:17,739 --> 00:35:19,169 Whose command is this? 441 00:35:19,170 --> 00:35:21,238 It is Master Sambong's. 442 00:35:21,239 --> 00:35:23,109 What right does he have to order... 443 00:35:23,110 --> 00:35:25,238 the princes and royal relatives to come when he beckons? 444 00:35:25,239 --> 00:35:29,710 The Crown Prince also said that would be best. 445 00:35:30,210 --> 00:35:31,449 Please comply. 446 00:35:35,989 --> 00:35:40,189 My dear. Come inside. You must change into your formal attire. 447 00:35:40,190 --> 00:35:42,130 There is no time for that. 448 00:35:43,460 --> 00:35:44,760 Come as you are. 449 00:35:46,059 --> 00:35:47,630 It will not take long. 450 00:35:47,869 --> 00:35:49,329 There is no time to waste. 451 00:35:49,900 --> 00:35:53,570 I just said His Majesty is gravely ill. 452 00:35:54,340 --> 00:35:55,639 Please come with me. 453 00:35:56,070 --> 00:35:59,940 This is not the time to worry about your attire. 454 00:36:22,300 --> 00:36:25,539 Please wait here for now. Goodbye. 455 00:36:32,210 --> 00:36:33,579 Hello. 456 00:36:34,579 --> 00:36:36,650 Go inside. Everyone is waiting. 457 00:36:36,980 --> 00:36:40,179 Okay. But what are you doing outside? 458 00:36:41,389 --> 00:36:43,650 Are you watching so no one gets away? 459 00:36:46,260 --> 00:36:50,059 No, I am not watching anyone. I am just standing guard. 460 00:36:50,559 --> 00:36:51,760 So you can relax. 461 00:36:54,130 --> 00:36:55,130 Okay, then. 462 00:36:56,269 --> 00:36:57,440 Thank you. 463 00:37:12,820 --> 00:37:14,218 Welcome, Prince Jeongan. 464 00:37:14,219 --> 00:37:15,619 You are here too? 465 00:37:15,719 --> 00:37:16,849 Yes, I am. 466 00:37:17,559 --> 00:37:20,119 I do not understand what is going on. 467 00:37:20,690 --> 00:37:22,289 This is grave news. 468 00:37:22,760 --> 00:37:26,000 I heard His Majesty has not yet woken up. 469 00:37:27,469 --> 00:37:29,099 He is seriously ill, then. 470 00:37:30,170 --> 00:37:33,300 Ji Ran went hunting and has no idea what is going on. 471 00:37:34,239 --> 00:37:37,110 He wants to catch a deer to cook for His Majesty. 472 00:37:39,940 --> 00:37:41,678 Where is my second older brother? 473 00:37:41,679 --> 00:37:44,218 He is praying at Sogyeokjeon. 474 00:37:44,219 --> 00:37:45,219 (Sogyeokjeon: Taoist temple) 475 00:37:45,220 --> 00:37:47,349 For Father to recover soon. 476 00:37:47,619 --> 00:37:52,058 My gosh. This is just unbelievable. 477 00:37:52,059 --> 00:37:54,229 Why did they rush us... 478 00:37:54,230 --> 00:37:56,860 just to lock us up in a room? 479 00:37:57,389 --> 00:37:58,829 I wonder that myself. 480 00:37:59,500 --> 00:38:02,099 I know Father does not think highly of us, 481 00:38:03,230 --> 00:38:05,638 but this is just harsh. 482 00:38:05,639 --> 00:38:07,440 Let us wait a little longer. 483 00:38:07,769 --> 00:38:09,809 They will soon call us in to see His Majesty. 484 00:38:18,820 --> 00:38:20,849 This is a great opportunity. 485 00:38:21,550 --> 00:38:23,920 We can rarely gather them in one spot. 486 00:38:25,059 --> 00:38:29,158 If you are planning to do something for the Crown Prince, 487 00:38:29,159 --> 00:38:30,690 now is the time. 488 00:38:32,159 --> 00:38:34,230 His Majesty is getting older, 489 00:38:34,969 --> 00:38:36,969 but so are we. 490 00:38:38,269 --> 00:38:42,769 No one knows how much longer we will be around for the Crown Prince. 491 00:38:43,739 --> 00:38:47,650 It would be best to cut down his half brothers... 492 00:38:48,050 --> 00:38:50,110 to get rid of possible future strife. 493 00:38:52,380 --> 00:38:53,619 I know that. 494 00:38:54,389 --> 00:38:59,019 But if His Majesty were to find out, he would never forgive us. 495 00:38:59,789 --> 00:39:03,059 Even if it were you who was to do it? 496 00:39:04,829 --> 00:39:06,000 Even so. 497 00:39:06,829 --> 00:39:11,070 He might even shed a tear for me. 498 00:39:12,469 --> 00:39:13,900 But eventually, 499 00:39:15,869 --> 00:39:17,539 he will cut me down. 500 00:39:18,880 --> 00:39:20,579 That is what His Majesty is like. 501 00:39:21,710 --> 00:39:24,880 He cannot forgive anyone who was to kill his child. 502 00:39:28,519 --> 00:39:32,789 To be honest, I do not fear such a death. 503 00:39:34,559 --> 00:39:36,789 I can die willingly. 504 00:39:38,730 --> 00:39:39,860 However, 505 00:39:41,269 --> 00:39:43,800 I cannot dare cause His Majesty any hurt. 506 00:39:47,170 --> 00:39:48,739 I do not have the courage... 507 00:39:50,210 --> 00:39:51,940 to watch His Majesty... 508 00:39:53,139 --> 00:39:55,079 shed such mournful tears. 509 00:39:56,610 --> 00:40:00,079 Then give up. 510 00:40:01,250 --> 00:40:02,949 Leave it to the skies. 511 00:40:04,590 --> 00:40:08,489 Perhaps we might even be wrong. 512 00:40:10,030 --> 00:40:13,329 Unlike our concern, Prince Jeongan... 513 00:40:13,699 --> 00:40:16,070 might not do anything at all. 514 00:40:20,769 --> 00:40:21,969 No. 515 00:40:24,210 --> 00:40:26,039 That will not be the case. 516 00:40:27,849 --> 00:40:29,380 Prince Jeongan... 517 00:40:30,809 --> 00:40:33,349 will definitely do something. 518 00:40:35,519 --> 00:40:36,889 Most definitely. 519 00:40:50,769 --> 00:40:52,199 I will go ahead. 520 00:40:53,170 --> 00:40:54,808 You do that. 521 00:40:54,809 --> 00:40:56,639 Prepare to open the gate. 522 00:40:57,539 --> 00:41:00,679 We will arrive between seven and nine tomorrow night. 523 00:41:00,840 --> 00:41:03,010 Okay. See you tomorrow. 524 00:41:10,820 --> 00:41:13,359 Bang Won! 525 00:41:13,360 --> 00:41:14,460 Halt! 526 00:41:15,289 --> 00:41:17,158 - Who are you? - I bring bad news. 527 00:41:17,159 --> 00:41:20,130 Where is Prince Jeongan? Take me to him now! 528 00:41:29,610 --> 00:41:30,869 Darn it. 529 00:41:31,980 --> 00:41:34,210 - Bang Won! - My gosh! 530 00:41:35,309 --> 00:41:37,550 What are you doing here? 531 00:41:39,320 --> 00:41:40,949 Where is Prince Jeongan? 532 00:41:41,119 --> 00:41:43,819 I have not seen him for a while. Why do you ask? 533 00:41:43,820 --> 00:41:46,119 His wife collapsed, clutching her stomach. 534 00:41:46,320 --> 00:41:49,989 We tried acupuncture and medicine, but nothing worked. 535 00:41:50,929 --> 00:41:52,800 Where is Prince Jeongan? 536 00:42:14,219 --> 00:42:16,349 I came to see how he was doing. 537 00:42:17,920 --> 00:42:19,420 Is he any better? 538 00:42:20,119 --> 00:42:21,659 The fever has gone. 539 00:42:22,590 --> 00:42:23,860 The royal physician said... 540 00:42:24,900 --> 00:42:26,530 he will wake up soon. 541 00:42:29,130 --> 00:42:30,469 That is good to hear. 542 00:42:32,739 --> 00:42:34,869 He strained himself. 543 00:42:36,969 --> 00:42:40,610 He has even lost his appetite since the Queen died. 544 00:42:42,480 --> 00:42:46,280 And still, he wandered for three months to find the ideal burial spot. 545 00:42:47,750 --> 00:42:50,718 And even after that, he put all his energy... 546 00:42:50,719 --> 00:42:52,590 into praying for her soul. 547 00:42:54,389 --> 00:42:56,559 It is no small wonder he got sick. 548 00:42:57,230 --> 00:42:58,800 Still, I did not think... 549 00:42:59,760 --> 00:43:02,300 Father would collapse. 550 00:43:03,699 --> 00:43:06,199 He is a strong man. 551 00:43:06,869 --> 00:43:08,586 He fought against the Red Turban Invasions... 552 00:43:08,610 --> 00:43:11,090 and other foreign armies and drove them away in one fell swoop. 553 00:43:11,710 --> 00:43:14,010 But you cannot overcome time. 554 00:43:15,010 --> 00:43:16,449 Even if you are king, 555 00:43:17,550 --> 00:43:19,050 that is impossible. 556 00:43:21,219 --> 00:43:23,949 You must be resolute in these times. 557 00:43:25,389 --> 00:43:27,519 If you are to lead Joseon, 558 00:43:29,090 --> 00:43:32,659 you must stay firm and brave in times like these. 559 00:43:33,199 --> 00:43:34,260 If not, 560 00:43:35,400 --> 00:43:36,929 you do not deserve your place. 561 00:43:43,539 --> 00:43:45,179 I will leave now. 562 00:43:52,550 --> 00:43:54,050 Were you like that? 563 00:43:57,150 --> 00:43:58,590 When you were my age, 564 00:44:00,090 --> 00:44:01,630 were you firm? 565 00:44:07,329 --> 00:44:08,800 What do you mean? 566 00:44:12,099 --> 00:44:13,599 I know everything. 567 00:44:14,670 --> 00:44:17,670 I know what people were saying after I became the Crown Prince. 568 00:44:19,340 --> 00:44:22,010 In particular, many compared me to you. 569 00:44:24,210 --> 00:44:26,150 You have profound academic knowledge... 570 00:44:26,519 --> 00:44:28,320 and a bold disposition. 571 00:44:29,090 --> 00:44:30,618 When faced with danger, 572 00:44:30,619 --> 00:44:33,019 I heard you are able to make the hard decisions too. 573 00:44:33,820 --> 00:44:35,989 Yes. It is all true. 574 00:44:36,159 --> 00:44:37,230 But, Bang Won. 575 00:44:38,599 --> 00:44:39,960 I will become like that too. 576 00:44:40,730 --> 00:44:42,300 When I become your age, 577 00:44:42,929 --> 00:44:45,300 I believe I can become as great a person as you. 578 00:44:45,940 --> 00:44:49,210 So do not judge me on who I am now. 579 00:44:49,670 --> 00:44:52,639 Judge me on who I become when I am your age. 580 00:44:54,710 --> 00:44:56,309 Give me time. 581 00:44:56,409 --> 00:44:57,949 Give me a chance. 582 00:44:58,920 --> 00:45:00,519 Then I will show you... 583 00:45:01,150 --> 00:45:03,320 that I could become a good king. 584 00:45:04,719 --> 00:45:06,719 Why are you saying this to me right now? 585 00:45:07,119 --> 00:45:09,429 Because you are trying to take my position. 586 00:45:11,429 --> 00:45:13,129 I am no longer a child. 587 00:45:13,130 --> 00:45:14,400 I hear everything as well. 588 00:45:15,230 --> 00:45:17,999 There is someone who brings news to Dongungjeon. 589 00:45:18,000 --> 00:45:19,680 (Dongungjeon: The Crown Prince's residence) 590 00:45:22,369 --> 00:45:25,110 Bang Won, trust me just once. 591 00:45:25,440 --> 00:45:26,780 I can do a good job too. 592 00:45:27,780 --> 00:45:28,809 Crown Prince. 593 00:45:29,550 --> 00:45:30,550 Yes? 594 00:45:30,780 --> 00:45:32,050 If I really... 595 00:45:32,849 --> 00:45:35,250 want to steal your position, 596 00:45:35,989 --> 00:45:38,389 you should not be making a request to me right now. 597 00:45:39,989 --> 00:45:41,559 You should kill me... 598 00:45:42,659 --> 00:45:45,059 to maintain your position. 599 00:45:45,630 --> 00:45:47,259 Why must I do that? 600 00:45:47,260 --> 00:45:49,268 Why must we shed blood and fight? 601 00:45:49,269 --> 00:45:52,000 That is how we can see who is the strongest. 602 00:45:52,900 --> 00:45:53,968 Bang Won. 603 00:45:53,969 --> 00:45:56,010 This is the duty of the royal family. 604 00:45:57,210 --> 00:45:58,979 We must find the strongest prince... 605 00:45:58,980 --> 00:46:00,539 and make him King. 606 00:46:01,880 --> 00:46:03,449 That is the duty of the royal family. 607 00:46:04,250 --> 00:46:06,018 That is the way of animals. 608 00:46:06,019 --> 00:46:07,550 Humans are animals too. 609 00:46:07,949 --> 00:46:10,650 We cannot say we are not animals just because we read books. 610 00:46:12,460 --> 00:46:13,590 Then will you... 611 00:46:14,989 --> 00:46:17,030 steal my position? 612 00:46:19,699 --> 00:46:20,929 Tell me. 613 00:46:22,670 --> 00:46:24,030 Will you kill me... 614 00:46:24,570 --> 00:46:26,269 and take my position? 615 00:46:48,030 --> 00:46:50,630 (The King of Tears, Lee Bang Won) 616 00:46:50,730 --> 00:46:53,130 Everything is ready now. 617 00:46:53,400 --> 00:46:54,429 It is today. 618 00:46:55,030 --> 00:46:56,730 I will await your decision. 619 00:46:57,099 --> 00:47:00,139 Do not hang lights in the palace tonight. 620 00:47:00,199 --> 00:47:01,268 This is a trap. 621 00:47:01,269 --> 00:47:04,009 Guards! 622 00:47:04,010 --> 00:47:06,609 I am sorry, Your Majesty. 623 00:47:06,610 --> 00:47:09,848 The disloyal Jeong Do Jeon is trying to kill Grand Prince Jeongan. 624 00:47:09,849 --> 00:47:12,650 Will you fight for me and Grand Prince Jeongan? 625 00:47:12,820 --> 00:47:14,018 Grand Prince Jeongan. 626 00:47:14,019 --> 00:47:16,690 Yes, it is me.