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Come close.

Now...

We are now husband and wife. Why are you so afraid?

I am sorry for the pain I've caused you.

No. It was I that acted in hate.

Please forgive me.

No. It was unintended, but I've caused you a lot of pain.

But you've kept your word.

I'd have no grief even if I were to die today.

Do not speak of death. We've just begun.

Let us never forget the way we feel tonight.

We can endure any hardship if we do not lose

faith in each another.

Husband...

Thank you.

I will never forget your favors.

Favors? That is nonense.

Many hardships lie ahead.

Please take well care of this family.

I will.

There is one more request.

Please live in harmony with the second wife as well.

I will.

Thank you.

I know you will do well, as you are a woman of virtue.

I bid you to rest now, Madam.

Madam...

Sleep will not visit me tonight...

My! How bright the moon is...

The wedding has kept all of us very busy in the last few days.

Yes. It was an important day of receiving the lady of the house.

But you came to this house first, Madam.

Do not utter such words. She is rightfully my senior.

You must not forget that.

Yes, Madam.

I'm afraid i will not be able to sleep tonight...

You may retire first. I will go in shortly.

Yes, Madam.

How strange that I feel so empty...

I had already accepted everything and prepared

myself for this...

What do you mean? Join hands with Wang Guhn?

Do you propose I join forces with Wang Guhn?

Yes, Advisor.

That is the only way to repress that unruly man Ahjitae.

I agree, Advisor.

We can't let him run wild destroying this kingdom.

It is time to make a bold decision.

Is that what Scholar Park has said?

How did you know?

We discussed this not long ago.

Join hands with Wang Guhn...

With Wang Guhn...

It does make sense. Yes, that is politics.

At times, it is necessary to collaborate with enemies.

Fine. I will give it some thought.

There may be no other alternative.

Welcome, Commander Yum.

Is Lord Wang inside?

Yes

Lead me to him.

Yes. This way.

My lord, Commander Yum wishes to see you.

Commander Yum? See him in.

What a pleasure it is to have your visit, commander.

Please sit down.

Yes

To what do we owe the honor of your visit?

I've come bearing a letter from the Advisor.

The Advisor has sent us a letter?

Yes

He requests a private meeting with my nephew and myself...?

Yes, Lord Wang.

He has an important matter to discuss.

I am honored to receive such request.

Please let him know that we will be glad to meet him.

Well, them, I must be leaving now.

Please stay for some tea.

Thank you, but my services are required at the palace.

Well, then...

But...

Goodbye.

For what reason could the Advisor be seeking a meeting?

He means to discuss the affairs of the court.

But to send a private request out of the blue...?

It is unusual... Advisor has been very guarded against us.

It must be something quite serious for him to have

sought a secret meeting with us like this.

The country is in a state of crisis.

Perhaps he has recognized the need to

confer with prudent minds.

Yes, that is most likely.

But I am sure it is temporary expedient.

The Advisor is not to be trusted.

But he is the second most powerful man in this country.

How could we turn away his request?

We shall lend ears to what he has to say first.

All of these are supplications from chieftains around the

kingdom, you say?

Yes. They are all of the similar content.

The situation is worsening.

Take them away and burn them.

Pardon?

What good would they do?

His Majesty does not need to see to know that is in them.

He is enforcing public worship services as the remedy to this.

His Majesty already knows what is in the hearts of all of us.

What must we do next?

There's nothing we can do but wait.

Perhaps His Majesty will open his heart to us...

Advisor, Commander Yu has returned.

Enter.

I've delivered your letter to Lord Wang.

What was his reponse?

He expressed gratitude for your request,

and agreed to met you.

Good. When will General Wang return from Jungju?

I'm told he is arriving this evening.

Good. This evening...

I'm certain they've thirsted for such meeting as well.

All officials, especially those of Paesuh, have been very

concerned about the changes since our kingdom was renamed.

General Wang is one of them.

This was a good decision.

This meeting will yield good results.

Good results...

How has it come to this?

Have I, Jongkahn, become so desperate that I have to

turn to Wang Guhn for help?

I, Jongkahn...

Welcome!

Welcome!

Welcome home, sister.

Thank you.

At last the house feels full with you in your

rightful place, Sister.

Let us go inside now.

Thank you.

You shouldn't have waited outside in this cold weather.

The weather is of no concern.

Let us go in.

Let us go.

You must be quite tired from the long trip.

We've at last received our first daughter-in-law after many.

I am an unworthy woman.

Please teach me kindly, Uncle.

The head of this family is your husband Guhn.

I am merely his uncle and his aid.

I am most delighted to have two nieces-in-law.

My nephew Guhn is the greatest warrior this

kingdom, and a quiet and judicious elder of our clan.

No, Uncle. The elder of our clan is you.

I am elder by age only. The true elder is you, Guhn.

The fate of Song-ak now

rests on your shoulders, nieces-in-law.

Guhn is most often away at the front.

It is your duty to maintain harmony and strengthen this clan.

Yes, Uncle.

I consider it great fortune that the second niece-in-law

is outgoing and understanding.

Please always be caring and understanding toward each other.

Yes, Uncle. Do not worry.

I will serve my elder and govern the household well.

Good. I am most confident.

The two nieces may retire and rest.

I'd like to speak to Guhn in privacy.

Yes, Uncle.

Is there something wrong, Uncle?

Yes, there is.

Read this letter first.

Who is this from?

The Advisor has sent it to us through Commander Yum.

You mean the Advisor has sent us a confidential message?

Yes.

This is the master suite.

It is where our Mother-in-law used to reside.

Am I to use such a room, my lady?

Of course. You are the lady of this estate now.

And please speak to me in colloquial language,

as you are my senior.

But you are also a lawful wife.

Yes, but our husband has clearly defined our seniority.

And I have vowed to serve you as my senior.

But

Please be at ease with me.

We may share a husband, but we must live like sisters.

Consider me your younger sister,

and I will serve you as my older.

I'm grateful for your kindness, my lady.

You speak to me in honorifics again.

Please be at ease with me, older sister.

....Thanks.

I will serve you well. Please look kindly upon me.

Of course. Thanks, Sister.

Why do you think the Advisor has sought us, Nephew?

The country is in a state of crisis.

Perhaps he wishes to find a solution together.

Perhaps, how long will that union really last?

There is no other choice at this point.

Things will get worse if we do not unite.

No. The Advisor is not to be trusted.

Bear in mind how he has treated us thus far.

Think large. We can't accomplish great deeds

dwelling on the hard feeling of the past.

Yes, but I still do not feel at ease about this.

No one knows what his true motive is.

But we cannot turn away his request.

I've waned to have a heart-to- heart talk with him at some point.

Do not let your guard down. He is waiting for you to slip.

He smiles at us on the outside, but he is always thinking of

ways to lure you into his trap.

Let us go since a meeting has already been arranged.

Yes. Let us prepare to leave. He will be coming to the lodge.

Yes. Let us go.

What do you think the Advisor will propose?

We shall soon find out.

He's been secretly monitoring the activities of the nobles.

Taking that into account, I gather he is trying to

gain control of the nobles of Paesuh through you.

Perhaps. Let us see what he has to say.

Welcome.

Please sit down.

Forgive me for troubling you like this, General Wang.

It is no trouble.

How could I be remiss when it is the matter of the kingdom?

Lodges of Yaesung River impress me every time.

I understand this is a place rich in history.

Many traveling merchants have become quite

attached to the place over the years.

It has stood as a famous symbol of Song-ak for generations.

Yes. It is a home away from home for merchants.

For what matter have you required us, Advisor?

I'm sure you were quite surprised to receive my letter.

Our country is in confusion,

and I wanted to discuss solutions with you.

But why here and not at the palace?

Different words call for different time and place.

I've required a meeting here so that we may open

ourselves up and have an unrestrained talk.

Advisor seek to work together with you to find solutions.

What could this incompetent man possibly do?

It will take concerted effort to overcome this difficulty.

The Advisor oversees the kingdom's interior

while you oversee the exterior.

An open discussion will yield results.

Please start, Advisor.

I will be explicit.

As you know,

this kingdom is sinking into darkness right now.

His Majesty has become a different person after

Ahjitae entered the court.

I hate to admit it, but it is undeniable.

I arranged this meeting because I feel imperiled.

General Wang, share with us your views.

We must unite and overcome this reality.

Advisor is asking you for a solution.

Solution is not afar.

There would be no distress if there were unity among

the ranks and harmony among the peers.

Harmony...

I'd like to ask you a blunt question since we are here.

Please do, General Wang.

You are the most loyal patriot who cares a great

deal about our people.

But you are most unkind to me. Why?

You will not find the answer you seek without opening your heart.

Why do you distrust me so? What have I done wrong?

I will answer your question.

I have been wary of you out of concern for His Majesty.

Why? Because you singularly have the potential to rival him.

Two heroes cannot coexist. That was my concern.

Thank you for thinking so highly of this humble man.

But I will make this clear to you.

Wang Guhn does not exist without His Majesty.

I exist only under His Majesty's glory.

But I am apprehensive still. I have heard the prophecy

Master Dosun has made about your future.

"The green pine of Song-ak", I think...?

"A great man would arise and deliver the Three Kingdoms

from suffering.", he said.

It is hearsay.

Prophecies are exaggerated and distorted lies.

Song-ak was prepared for His Majesty and His Majesty only.

I assure yu that no one but His Majesty can be

the hero of the Three Kingdoms.

Fine. I trust your honor and I will trust your words.

Then please relinquish the ongoing surveillance against me.

General Wang! No such thing existed!

No, no. I will do as you,ask. Yes, there was surveillance.

Since Ahjitae begun running amok in Chulwon, we've been

carefully monitoring the movement of the nobles.

But I will abolish that activity.

Thank you, Advisor.

Now then, let me ask you a question.

How can we overcome this crisis?

I assume your biggest concern is the increasing resistance

and resentment in both the government and the populace.

That is correct.

And you feel controling the officials is the priority.

Yes. And I'm hoping you and Lord Wang would assist me in that area.

Relocation of the capital has become an irreversible certainty.

But how will we tackle such tremendous duty?

The nobles of Paesuh respect you.

I believe you can do it.

His Majesty has great expectations for the wangs.

In fact, he has nominated Lord Wang as the

new Supreme Councilor.

Oh, my...! This humble man in such high position...?

You will now hold substantial control over both civic and

military concerns.

How could I not confer our troubles with you?

Let us unite and overcome this for His Majesty.

And let us cast aside all bitter feelings of the past.

Of course, Advisor.

I am soon to go the front, but I will be ready to

assist you whenever you call.

Thank you, General Wang.

This meeting has proven to be most fruitful.

It was a good idea indeed. We will unite from now.

What delays the construction? I told you to push the laborers!

They are already at their limit.

More pressure would break them.

Such feeble-minded fellow!

We will never be able to finish by next spring at this rate!

Speed it up!

I have given my word to His Majesty!

Yes.

It is time for the mantra. Stop the work.

Yes.

Stop the work! Rest from your labors!

The Maitreya Buddha has said repeating this mantra will

lead you out of suffering and into Nirvana.

Repeat after me!

Om Mani Padme Hum. Om Mani Padme Hum.

Continue! His Majesty will save you!

What is the meaning of this!

What treacherous act is this in front of Buddha!

Master!

Master Sukchong, this is His Majesty's sutra!

Monks have been ordered to study his teachings!

Sutra? This is no sutra!

It is insidious rubbish! Take them out and burn them!

But master, it is imperial command!

This could set this temple ablaze!

Pathetic mortals, are you so afraid of death?

But Master...

This is the house of true Maitreya.

We cannot let that phony Maitreya beguile us!

Get rid of these hideous writings at once!

Your Highness, it is time to go to the mass.

Everyone has already gathered.

All right.

Why is he doing this?

Why is he holding such frequent worship services in the palace?

We must be there before His majesty arrives, Your Highness.

Yes... I cannot defy the emperor's orders...

Let us go...

His Majesty the King!

You may be seated.

Hear me.

As I've said previously,

the six-syllable mantra is the essence of all truths.

Knowing and repeating this mantra alone can

deliver you from hell.

People doubt even what they see at times.

But he warned.

Disbeliever will suffer.

Those who do not practice the mantra will be cursed.

I know who has and who has not practice the mantra.

How? Because I am the Maitreya.

I have all-seeing eyes and power to read your minds.

Do not full thy self.

You will tirelessly repeat the mantra,

and perform your duties with utmost devotion.

Om Mani Padme Hum. Om Mani Padme Hum.

Om mani Padme Hum...

His Majesty has become a different person after

Ahjitae entered the court.

I hate to admit it, but it is undeniable.

Let us unite and overcome this crisis for His Majesty.

And let us cast aside all bitter feelings of the past.

What? Wang Guhn is coming, you say?

To wich intallation? Is he headed for Choongju?

Yes, Father.

Is that right...?

Brother Kyun-hwon's army is also positioned near by.

Has Kyun-hwon come himself?

No, General Chu Huhjo is in command.

What? That hoodlum Huhjo is here, you say?

So what are their movements?

They are no signs of any movement.

That is odd.

That means they are just watching each other.

What could they be on their minds...?

This is odd...

Wang Guhn is coming,

and there are no signs of activity?

As I have said, tis is merely a diversion to

direct the attention away from their internal turmoil.

They are deceptive enemy, so let us carefully watch them.

Vice Prime Minister could be right...

Yes. Goongyae has suddenly intensified religious promotion

since the assassination attempt on Ahjitae.

You could be right... It is entirely possible...

These are definitely signs of great trouble in Majin.

Yes, indeed. We must exploit this opportunity.

Nonsense!

The front is the most imperative matter at hand!

Enemy troops are at the borders of Sangju!

Fighting off enemy invasion is the priority, is it not?

Of course, but this is their last ditch effort to direct attention

away from Goongyae's tyranny. And I see no reason to indulge

them more than absolutely necessary.

Then what do you suggest?

I am in the progress of devising a plan.

The answer is simpler than one might think.

Majin will fall if we bring down Goongyae.

What do you mean? Bring down Goongyae? How?

I will soon propose a feasible plan.

Bring down Goongyae?

Yes, Your Majesty. I will not disappoint you.

The world has been plagued with suffering

since the dawn of time.

Many heroes have fought and died trying to

abolish that suffering.

They were all Maitreya.

Many refuse to believe that I am the Maitreya.

That's right. I was not Maitreya.

But I am now.

I became true Maitreya

the moment I decided to save the world.

Realizing the Great Empire is the only way to becoming

a complete Maitreya.

All will suffer until them. There will be mournful cries.

But suffering and pain will open the door to Maitreya's paradise.