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Rung, you're so natural.

More like a natural disaster.

That's the smell of ghosts that feed on human souls.

Flowers and treasure share one thing in common.

Whoever finds them first

gets to keep them.

Pearwah! Pearwah!

PREVIOUSLY

How are these two pieces really connected?

The god everyone worships

was actually drunk on power, reckless, and merciless.

If you rule people with fear,

how can everyone live together happily?

Because stories have so many interesting aspects to discover.

I'm interested in this mask. It looks mysterious and has a backstory.

I'm afraid we can't do that. Unless…

Why does it have to be me?

I lost the lottery!

Am I buying next draw?

Of course!

And after all the tickets I've bought?

Humans struggle so desperately to defy both fate and death.

How weak!

Who was that?

You…

You're the one who saved Yiiwa from drowning.

Don't you want to win for once?

Come to think of it,

no one beats me when it comes to being unlucky.

I even lost a relay race to the twins!

I just stopped by to say hi today.

I'm sure we'll see each other…

a lot more.

So creepy.

Is he crazy?

Or is he hitting on me?

Should you be happy or sad about this, Mook?

If we keep coming back empty-handed like this,

we're all going to starve to death.

If it's not the wrath of the god,

then it's because…

Fresh vegetables here!

Is it those two?

Yeah, those are the two everyone's talking about.

Those two?

Hey, strange things keep happening one after another. It's too coincidental.

I bet it's supernatural. Don't you think?

That's a big stretch.

Even the twins know

the fish died from pollution and climate change, thanks to global warming.

Thanks to global warming?

"Join us at the event 'In the Footsteps of the Sea God's Bride.'"

Your Itthi

really can make anything happen.

Of course. That's Itthi for you.

But honestly, I had no idea

that Akkara also hosted events like this.

It's probably a business expansion plan,

or maybe an excuse to look for the missing special someone.

Hey.

They only care

about the work.

No one cares about me the way you think they do.

I really feel sorry for Mr. Itthi's women.

Lukpla! Kungten! Where are you?

-Cover it with something. -Lukpla! Kungten!

Ah! There you are.

Wow, are you sure you can keep from falling to sleep?

Stop bothering them. Go to bed if you're tired.

You can finish your homework at Mali's tomorrow.

-No! We won't go! -I don't wanna go!

-Why not? -Dad, tell us more about the mask!

-Please… -Pretty please.

Please wait. Don't start yet.

-Please? -I'm taking notes.

My notebook. Move.

If I stay here, she'll ask me non-stop.

Where are you sneaking off to?

Hey, tell me right now.

Is the thief Uncle Praow mentioned

connected to Grandpa Duang?

The Black Ruby Mask

might have belonged

to an ancient ruler

before it was stolen by local thieves.

Now it's clear. Crystal clear!

And there are still more mysteries behind the mask.

Right?

-Chalarm. -What?

Tell me about it.

Just a little bit is fine.

Please.

Please. I really wanna know.

Tell me, please…

Well, as far as I know,

treasure hunters back then were often misunderstood.

Or maybe someone…

maybe someone let greed

turn them into a thief, like Dad said.

So the legend

probably holds a bit of truth.

Hey.

You're not being honest with yourself.

You don't actually believe Grandpa Duang…

that a treasure hunter

stole the mask, do you?

Be true to yourself.

I really can't wait for the event.

I'll see the legend of the Sea God with my own eyes

and won't have to keep asking Sea God Chalarm.

Transforming a simple beach into an island festival overnight…

You really are a professional.

It came from here.

Go make sure the exhibits are ready.

Please wait a moment, Ms. Lukpad. I'll go get the stylist.

-Thank you. -Sure.

How did you get in here?

Are you the stylist?

Wow, you came in without making a sound.

Smells good…

Human souls smell so…

appetizing.

Don't joke like that. It's not funny at all!

How irritating.

But a soul touched by a man

isn't as fragrant as a pure one,

don't you think?

If the Sea God finds out the bride isn't a virgin,

you will be punished,

imprisoned at the bottom of the sea for eternity!

No!

Help! Help! Help me!

Help!

-Itthi! -Lukpad, wait!

Itthi, please help me. A ghost just haunted me.

Hey, Lukpad. Hold on, just calm down.

Did the lack of sleep make you dizzy and start hallucinating?

A ghost. It was definitely a ghost.

Itthi, I won't play the Sea God's bride anymore.

I don't want to be punished.

I don't want to be imprisoned at the bottom of the sea for eternity!

-No! No! -Lukpad!

Lukpad! Lukpad!

I've never seen her like this.

She hallucinated and was so frightened

that she even fainted.

I'm worried…

Looking at Ms. Lukpad's condition, I bet it's ghost fever, sir.

Yes, the ghost fever is spreading.

It has already claimed two or three lives.

You idiots! Such a bunch of scaredy-cats!

What nonsense are you talking about?

Calm down, Mr. Itthi. Don't listen to them.

They just like making stuff up.

I don't believe in things that can't be proven.

Right now, I'm worried about Lukpad's health.

I'll take her to a hospital on a bigger island.

If she doesn't recover in time, who will play the bride of the Sea God tomorrow?

Don't worry about that.

If that's the case, I have a solution.

I'd like to nominate Rung.

She's beautiful, smart, kind-hearted,

and has everything it takes.

The role of the bride should go to someone with real talent.

Lukpad's an actress. Everyone knows her.

How could you pick just anyone?

How would that be the highlight of the event?

Mr. Itthi.

I actually do agree with Payu.

Please calm down and hear me out.

I said I agree because I also know Rung personally.

She's really talented and smart.

Plus, she's Chalarm's girlfriend.

That makes things much easier! If we choose someone else,

I'm worried it'll impact the event.

Deal. I'll play the bride of the Sea God.

Seriously? No hesitation? You're not even gonna play hard to get?

Why not?

Life's short.

If I don't play the bride while I can,

who knows when I'll get married for real?

I wonder if someone here is actually gonna propose to me.

Your owner must take good care of you

and feed you brain food to make you so smart.

That's mean. You're so snarky.

Not even a thank you?

No, I'm already grabbing it myself.

-So annoying. -Hey.

Why did you flick my ear?

Serves you right.

Although, I really think

that playing the bride of the Sea God

sounds pretty fun. Just a sec.

It's just a casual scene. That's my thing.

"The bride will represent the village and sail out to the Sea God."

Playing the main role like this,

how could Mr. Itthi not know it's you?

I have my own plan. But you…

You have to play the Sea God, okay?

Not okay. Why would I? You can do it with anyone.

What if I hurt my hands

and couldn't design or build your homestay model anymore?

My life will definitely be over!

It hurts!

How am I supposed to play him?

Is this

the small boat I shall use to cross the vast sea?

And where will this vessel

take me?

Will that place have free Wi-Fi

or a phone signal for me?

-Hey. Hey, listen to me. -Huh?

It's just one line.

If you want me doing that, I'm out.

Sea God Chalarm. Hey.

Even if it's just a few seconds on stage,

you have to give it your all, understand?

But I feel like my energy just now…

wasn't quite right, was it, kids?

See? In the mural,

the bride is weeping, as if she's truly sad.

It's a one-way boat ticket.

Only a trip out, with no return.

Who would be happy about that?

-Lukpla! Come on! -Hello!

-Kungten! -Hello, Grandpa Poe.

Oh, Rung, Ms. Rainbow!

Did you just talk about the Sea God's bride?

Well, of course.

Your dad is the one who set the rule

banning the islanders

from talking about this.

Poe, buddy!

You must know something, right, buddy?

-No! Don't take her. -My daughter!

Every year when monsoon season arrives,

a virgin girl is chosen

to be the bride of the Sea God.

No parents

would want their daughter

to be chosen

for such an honor.

Monsoon season

brings natural changes.

The islanders' rituals

were just to give them peace of mind.

I knew this ritual was similar to a sacrificial rite.

No wonder Dad didn't want to bring up those old stories.

That's right.

Look here!

Hello. Alright.

I'm right here. I made it.

This deserves a million likes!

I've never expected our island to be this lively!

Uncle Sarai, one "Blinded by the City Lights," please.

You got it.

Capture every angle and everyone at the event

-for later promotion. Got it? -Yes, sir.

Uncle Rai, give me the best one,

"Blinded by Success."

Hey, you're going too far, monkey boy!

-What? What's your problem? -Hey!

-Come on! -Oh!

I'm so sorry, Mr. Itthi. I was having a problem with this--

It's fine. It's nothing at all.

It's almost showtime now.

Would you like to be seated in the VIP area, Yiiwa?

Of course.

But we're still pretty busy here, so I need to stay

and help Mom and Uncle Sarai.

In that case, whenever you want to go,

just tell them you're my special guest.

My team will handle everything for you.

Okay. Thank you.

You're welcome.

MAMA MALI MONG LONG

Welcome, sir.

These are precious treasures

my family collected over generations.

This is a Melo pearl,

a gem of the ocean.

A pearl this size isn't easy to find, but I'm the only one

who has it.

This way, please.

This is my proudest piece.

It's a fragment of the Black Ruby Mask,

an ancient treasure from Laydao Island

which has been passed down for generations.

Is this really the legendary mask?

Yes, sir.

Some things may look ordinary,

but they hold great sentimental value.

Mr. Padej.

Hello.

It's a pleasure to have you join us today.

-Excuse me. -Hmm?

Are you Mr. Padej?

Welcome, sir!

I'm thrilled.

I didn't expect you at such a humble event.

Well, it's because

Mr. Akkara kept insisting

that I had to see Laydao Island with my own eyes.

So I canceled all my appointments

just to be here today.

You did the right thing, sir.

Mom, I'll be right back.

Hey.

Mook, my Chalarm is definitely going to look stunning tonight!

By the way, I still haven't seen the Black Ruby Mask yet.

Grandpa said it's an antique with a story,

and that it's worth a huge amount of money.

Word is if you make a wish on the mask,

it'll make your dream come true.

If it were mine,

Mom and I would live comfortably.

She wouldn't have to work this hard.

-Excuse me. -Yes?

Well…

I think it still lacks depth.

I could put way more emotion into it.

Oh, please. Going any deeper would reach the Earth's core.

That dramatic acting

is visible from Mars. Be confident!

-Really? -Yes, Rung.

I feel like there's still more to give.

It's okay. Rest for a bit. Wait here while I get things ready.

That's okay.

I'll go check out the event outside for a sec

then hurry back to change.

-Okay. Don't take too long. -Sure.

They might as well have brought everyone.

Even though it's a long journey, this island is beautiful and peaceful,

perfect for relaxing and escaping the chaos, Mr. Akkara.

I feel the exact same way as you.

That's why I want to support putting these waters

on everyone's radar.

Plus, if we build a hotel here

and operate cruise ships into international waters,

we can expand the business even further.

That's a great idea.

Thank you.

Grandpa's here. He's here. What now, Pearwah? What do I do?

Hmm?

Hey, Rung, Come here.

These gentlemen came by before the event started.

They're here. Come on, don't be rude!

-What's with you? -The island,

-the bay, and many others. -Gentlemen.

This is Rung. She's playing the role of the Sea God's bride

in place of our sick actress.

Good evening.

Are you playing a bride who's a bit older?

That's not it.

I'm playing a young bride. But I just…

I have a sore throat. Anyway,

I need to use the restroom. My stomach really hurts.

Please enjoy the event.

-Take a break, okay? We're starting soon. -Sure.

She must have rehearsed a lot.

Who is this Rung girl? Why does she look so familiar?

She's nobody special.

She's dating the son of this island's headman.

-Is she going to be okay? -Oh.

Where did Rung go?

-I haven't seen her yet. -She was complaining about a sore throat.

-…from here. -Oh, Payu.

-Good evening. -Evening.

-Good evening, gentlemen. -Welcome.

-Good evening. -Evening.

Gentlemen, this is Payu, the consultant for this event.

He's also in the antique business.

He helped curate the pieces I sent to you, sir.

Really?

Please have a seat then.

-Of course. -Please.

Ugh, Grandpa.

You never go anywhere!

How did you end up here?

Excuse me, which way is the restroom?

Restroom's this--

-Miss Pear! -Thepphabud!

-Wait, wait! -You're still alive?!

-Of course I'm alive! -Miss Pear…

You're okay, right, Miss Pear?

I'm fine, not even a scratch.

Good. Mr. Padej is going to be thrilled.

-Hey, wait! Hold on! -Hmm?

-Come here. -Yes?

Hashtag "I'm not ready to go back."

Please… Please help me, Thepphabud.

Please. Pretty please.

Hashtag "I'll zip it."

But please send word once in a while, Miss. I was worried sick.

Miss Pear…

Sorry for keeping it from you!

Wait, Thepphabud.

-Are you really zipping it? -Yes.

Come on. Hurry, Mom.

Let's go save our seats, so we can see Chalarm clearly!

Yiiwa, Come on. Just sit right here.

Sit down right here.

-Yiiwa's sitting here, and I'll-- -Thank you so much.

Hello, distinguished guests.

The Akkara Group and I

have been deeply moved by the beauty of Laydao Island,

its friendly people, rich culture,

and enduring traditions.

We want everyone to experience it firsthand.

The event "Explore Laydao: In the Footsteps of the Sea God's Bride"

was created to promote this unseen gem.

Now, please enjoy the performance

"The Legend of the Sea God's Bride."

Across the Star Sea waters…

Chalarm!

…the Sea God guards all ocean life,

the people, and all who sail the seas.

How strange.

Never thought I'd see Padej Marine's former captain here.

Sir.

You're the former employer of that…

Chalarm?

The Sea God bestowed the Black Ruby Mask upon the people of Laydao…

his descendants,

to remind them to stay righteous

and ward off evil forces.

But if anyone possesses a dark soul,

upon their death,

their spirit will transform…

into a dreadful sea demon.

Hey, who did you put on stage?

No idea. The demon actor is right here, so who's up on stage?

Humans are driven only by greed, lust, and ignorance.

They fought greedily

to claim the mask…

defying the command of the Sea God.

This is the guy who saved Yiiwa from drowning.

Did they swap actors? This isn't how we rehearsed at all.

The mask…

The Sea God thus punished them,

unleashing an evil presence across the whole island,

triggering a plague known as

the ghost fever!

Filled with regret,

the islanders sought redemption.

Eventually,

they established the Sea God's Bride Boat Ceremony.

Why would they dig this up?

Terrified of the evil demon's power,

the islanders offered a pure young woman

to deliver their plea

to the Sea God,

in hopes of pleasing the deity

and granting them protection.

She's gorgeous.

What a powerful performance.

I've got chills now.

Overhyping her much? You're embarrassing.

She really is gorgeous. Look.

-Yes, sir? -Why does she look so much like Pearwah?

She looks nothing like her, sir.

Miss Pear is way more beautiful.

Hey, my grandpa's looking. What do we do?

If you don't wanna get caught,

finish the show quickly,

so we can return this mask. Turn around.

Greed will forever dwell in human hearts, over and over…

Mali, look after the twins for me.

Sure.

Stay with Mali, okay?

For the peace of all in these waters,

a virgin must be sacrificed!

Isn't that a bit too real? Isn't his acting a bit too good?

The islanders believed that sacrificing a virgin

would stop the disaster.

Even if this union wasn't rooted in love

but built on fear…

Yet when they met,

the Sea God was impressed by her courage…

and granted her plea.

Great God, please have mercy

and forgive us foolish humans

who have offended you.

Her wish shall be granted,

but in exchange…

the bride must return with the Sea God to the vast sea.

One life

sacrificed

for the happiness of everyone in the Star Sea.

True peace does not exist.

The brides must still be sent

to banish the evil from this island.

You're going way off-script. What is this?

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk…

The treasure must return to its owner.

The treasure must return to its owner.

-The treasure must return to its owner. -Sea folk

must return to the sea.

-Where's Mook going? -Where are you going, Mook?

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

…must return to the sea.

Why does this look so real?

Did you all plan this out?

Even Plew and Yiiwa are playing along?

Sea folk must return to the sea.

-Plew! Yiiwa! -Sea folk

must return to the sea.

Poe, buddy!

This is your buddy, Rung.

What are you chanting? Wake up! Snap out of it right now!

My job's done.

The treasure must return to its owner.

The treasure must return to its owner.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Plew! Yiiwa!

It's me, Rung! What's wrong with all of you?!

The bride has been sent.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Isn't this getting too realistic?

Sea folk must return to the sea.

…must return to the sea.

-No! Don't take her. -My daughter!

Sea folk must return to the sea. Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea. Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk…

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Sea folk…

-The mask is missing! -Huh?!

-Chalarm! -Chalarm!

When did it end?

Great show!

You really put on a flawless event.

Exactly what I'd expect from Mr. Akkara's son.

And the show was so realistic. How did you pull that off?

Thank you so much.

Chalarm, you were amazing.

You totally ate that up, Chalarm!

Thanks, Yiiwa.

So, where's Rung?

Rung went in there.

Yeah, yeah. Rung went straight in there.

Excuse me, did anyone see the actress playing the bride?

She disappeared right after the show ended.

But she's probably still around the venue. We're looking for her too.

The guy who stole my demon role is gone too. I don't know who he is.

Wait, didn't you guys invite him to play the role?

No, we didn't.

Wait.

How did I end up here?

I was watching the performance just now.

Why is there sand everywhere?

I said watch the stage. It was so crowded. I told you to guard it!

Chalarm! Chalarm!

-Where do you think you're going?! -Hey!

You… Did you steal my Black Ruby Mask again?!

Don't accuse me without any proof.

I returned it right after the show ended. Your men were there too.

And if I hadn't been asked to perform,

I assure you I'd would have never touched your mask.

You were born to be a thief.

It runs in the family, huh? I knew it.

I knew history would repeat itself. You came back for my mask,

but not this time. Take him!

Hold on.

Someone like Chalarm would never steal from anyone.

Someone close to you could have taken it.

What happened, Grandpa?

Mali, you and Yiiwa should move aside.

Otherwise, you'll get into trouble too.

Fire? Fire. Fire!

Everyone, save yourselves!

There's a fire!

-Fire! -Run, run!

-Go! Take him! -Let's go, Chalarm!

-Come on! -Run, Chalarm! Run!

Stop! Where are you taking me? I didn't do anything wrong!

Oh, look at Mr. Goody Two-Shoes.

The whole island is after you. Focus on saving yourself.

We all know you didn't do anything wrong,

but you might be in danger right now.

Just find somewhere safe to hide.

Yeah. She's right.

Plus, Pichai's waiting to settle the score with your family.

Just do as Mom says.

Let everyone cool off first, then you can get back at him.

I mean, you can talk it out.

-Chalarm, let's go! -Let's go!

-Let's go. -Yeah, just go.

Where? I don't see anything burning.

Poe! He tricked me again!

Finally docked, huh, Mook?

My old boat is way better.

Let's go, Mook.

-Please. Just go, Chalarm. -What's with you?

-Chalarm! -Just go.

Chalarm. Mook and I

have already prepared your boat.

-My boat? -Yeah.

What about Rung?

We still don't know where she is!

You're only worried about Rung. You're not worried about yourself at all.

Hey, where are you going?

-To find Rung, of course! -Chalarm!

I'm going to find her! I didn't do anything wrong!

Listen to me!

You don't need to worry.

I'll go save Rung, my sweetheart, myself.

-Chalarm. -Chalarm.

From here,

let the sea breeze and waves carry you away.

Should we deal with him now, Boss?

No need.

Just let Mr. Pichai take care of him.

Rung!

Rung!

Rung!

Rung!

Rung. Rung.

Hey.

Wake up.

Wake up. Chalarm, wake up!

Hello.

What are you doing?

Are you okay?

I'm okay.

But I won't be if you keep this up.

Sorry. I'm just glad you're safe.

So how did you find me?

Right after you vanished from the stage,

Pichai's mask was stolen again.

The mask went missing again?

With all those guards? How could it have vanished?

How am I supposed to know?

Don't tell me they're blaming you.

That's why I'm hiding here.

But I found you lying on the way here.

Purely by chance.

You came looking for me, didn't you?

Were you worried about me?

Well, everyone was, not just me.

Speaking of last night,

I think a lot of weird stuff happened. Don't you think?

There was that Gonhin guy who showed up out of nowhere,

and then… there was this stone pendant.

Seriously…

I saw the stone glowing,

and it felt warmer too.

Did you feel that too?

The pendants must have reflected the lights on the stage.

Hey.

This isn't my outfit.

It's not mine, and it's not the show costume I wore either.

Did you change my clothes?

Really?

So you got a full look at my boobies!

-Ah! You're disgusting! -Hey, hey.

I didn't see a thing. I kept my eyes closed.

Bullshit! How could you change my clothes with your eyes closed? Liar!

I just… felt my way through.

-Ew! You pervert! Disgusting! -I didn't violate you.

I didn't do anything improper!

I swear on my life.

I remember… Wait.

I was performing the final scene on stage.

What's wrong with all of you?!

-Sea folk must return to the sea. -The bride has been sent.

Sea folk must return to the sea.

Next thing I knew,

I woke up in bed…

with you holding me.

Damn it! I knew Chalarm would flee the island.

I sent men to the mainland last night, but no luck.

Where the hell is he hiding?!

Should I have my man help look for him?

This uncle?

Sure, give it a try.

Hey, hey, uncle!

-Ugh. -Hey!

No anger or cursing during the ritual.

You must have faith and believe, sir.

-Faith, my ass! -Hey!

Stay focused! Keep thinking

of what you desire.

It's clear. Crystal clear.

You're about to lose

your prized possession, sir.

Spot on!

So what now?

Will I get my precious thing back?

Soon…

I'll get it back?

-You'll lose another one. -Hey! What was that?

Just kidding.

What was lost

will return to its rightful owner.

Mr. Pichai, Plamuek is known as the Eye of Heaven.

Is there anything else you want to know?

Heaven?

That's right! I'm sure of it! Chalarm must have fled to Paradise Island.

Paradise Island?

I've never heard that name before.

No one dares to go near that place.

It's a labyrinth of water,

veiled in mist, where anyone can easily get lost.

In the past,

it was a haven for treasure hunters.

Legend says

only when the Sea God opens a path

can you enter the waters of the Star Sea.

It sounds mysterious…

and worth exploring at least once.

But Mr. Pichai,

if it's so dangerous,

how could Chalarm go there?

Tree nymph or sea spirit

coming out to greet you.

Who are you? Why did you sneak into my house?

Talk!

-Gold! -Yeah, gold.

Don't let greed blind you

into thinking any treasure is yours.

This seam here looks like a hidden passage.

NEXT EPISODE

I'm here to hunt for treasure.

Duang!

Why are these things in this cave? It's like someone used to live here.

It's called Paradise Cave, but inside, it feels like a hidden realm.

The rock has cracked.

Here's to the first piece

of the Black Ruby Mask!

Subtitle translation by: Anan Pratchayakul