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You must be Myung Seon.

Yes, Sir.

I heard your story.

Now tell me the truth.

Who told you to poison your mistress?

Tell me.

I was...

given the order by...

Oh no.

Myung Seon.

Myung Seon.

Ok Nyeo!

Myung Seon.

Myung Seon.

Myung Seon. Myung Seon.

Wake up!

Get up.

Myung Seon.

Master.

I'm so sorry.

I ask...

for forgiveness.

Myung Seon.

Myung Seon.

Oh no...

What happened?

I lost him.

How is she?

She's dead.

Ma'am.

How did it go?

I killed her.

Well done.

Ok Nyeo, the Jeonokseo warden.

Who is she?

She's an incredible fighter. She almost got me.

Did she see your face?

Yes.

I couldn't help it.

She was a spy.

If she saw your face, that could be a problem.

You need to stay well away from her.

What do you mean?

I saw Myung Seon...

meet the head merchant of...

the organisation Jung Nan Jung supports.

Myung Seon told me that...

she got the poison from Min Dong Joo,

and that she fed it to her mistress.

There's a physician...

who can prove that she lost vigour...

because of that poison.

And I have...

the poison with me.

I'm sure...

Jung Nan Jung is behind this.

That's merely based on your assumption.

You know you can't win against Lord Yoon and Jung Nan Jung.

If you behave rashly,

it can cause even bigger problems.

Sir.

I do understand how you feel.

But the hard evidence that they cannot deny...

has disappeared.

There's nothing I can do any more.

Sir.

What should we do now then?

None of the judicial authorities are trustworthy.

To whom should we appeal how resentful and frustrated we are?

You're the only one we can rely on.

Please reconsider it.

Please, Sir.

I'm afraid I can't be of much help.

Sir.

I've taken care of the girl in Anguk-dong.

Good.

What about Ok Nyeo? Will you just let her be?

You know she's the origin of all the troubles you faced recently.

I want to kill her right away.

But the Queen Dowager is paying great attention to her.

It's best not to do anything now.

Did you call the merchants meeting?

Yes, Ma'am. Please go in.

My mother passed away...

when I was 14.

That's when I decided I'd get back at Jung Nan Jung.

But...

when there's nothing I can do like now,

it makes me really angry.

I feel so hopeless...

that I want to give up everything.

It's not your fault.

No.

I'm floundering in such hopelessness,

but the power Jung Nan Jung holds...

grows even stronger with time.

No matter how hard I try,

I can't move forward...

because of a huge wall in my way.

That's how I feel.

Please don't say that.

It's not over yet.

What he said was right.

Without the clear evidence...

that Jung Nan Jung can never deny,

I can never win this fight.

Thank you.

- Okay. Goodbye. - Goodbye.

Do you recognise me?

I do.

That saves time.

Lord Yoon...

wants to see you.

That just ruined the mood.

Tell him that I have no intention to see him.

Lord Yoon took you out when you were wrongfully accused...

of treason by the Police Bureau.

So what do you want?

Does he want me to thank him for that?

And did you say treason?

That's ridiculous.

Do you think I don't know that I was framed?

My goodness. Watch your mouth.

Why should I watch my mouth? I have nothing to lose.

I'm just about to go crazy.

If you don't want to see me do crazy things, get lost.

Now!

Did you meet him?

Yes, my lord.

What did he say?

Well...

I don't think it's time yet.

(Yoon Wong Hyung)

Okay. You may leave now.

Yes, my lord.

I have no idea...

what I should do now.

Even the Officer of Law Enforcement refused to get involved.

There's nothing you can do. You're a mere warden at Jeonokseo.

It's natural that you can't do anything about it.

Then,

should I step back here?

Step back now and bide your time.

For how long?

Until when should I wait?

Power never lasts forever.

Someday,

there will be a small crack.

And the crack will get larger...

and eventually destroy that enormous power.

Someone must open that small crack.

People never dare to even imagine because they're scared.

They feel more comfortable obeying them.

Don't try to drag them down at once.

That's a reckless idea.

You should figure out how to make that small crack.

Focus on that.

- Sir. - Yes?

I'm going to go to Anguk-dong.

If Chief Jung needs to see me urgently,

please send me a message.

Okay.

- Thank you. - See you later.

- Hello. - Hello.

Ok Nyeo.

Come here.

I'll show you...

something you'll find hilarious.

Sorry?

- Officer Yoo. - What?

Have you got the list of the prisoners who'll be transferred?

Yes, I have.

Then take them to the Ministry of Law Enforcement.

What?

- Treasurer Ji. - Yes.

Are you out of mind? Why should I do that?

You're in charge of that.

What are you talking about? Have you already forgotten?

The chief ordered me to take charge of your duties.

Don't you remember...

that he ordered me to take over yours while you take over mine?

Moreover, you should also...

file documents nicely...

and bring them to me by 4:30pm.

So you're telling me to file documents...

and take care of the prisoners, right?

That's right.

You can't do this to me.

Please do it right now.

If you can't do it, I'll report this to the chief.

Where is the chief?

- Sir! - Wait!

Okay. Fine.

- I'll do that. I will. - Okay.

- Gosh, I hate you. - Okay.

Please don't forget to categorise the documents.

Please hurry up.

Ok Nyeo,

did you see?

I'll use this chance to pay him back...

everything he'd done to me to make it even.

Please don't be too harsh on him.

It might get you in trouble.

What are you talking about?

You know who I am. I'm Chun Deuk.

I am Ji Chun Deuk.

"Chun" for sky and "Deuk" for gain.

It's Ji Chun Deuk!

It means I'll rule the world.

Gosh, who am I talking to?

It's quiet.

Ji Chun Deuk!

Ok Nyeo.

Come here.

I almost got killed.

What do you mean?

The woman I stole the rings from.

She tried to kill me.

What? Why?

I staked out in the market to find her.

And as I expected,

she showed up in front of me.

So to find out where she lives,

I followed her.

But... Goodness.

That was a trap.

She knew...

that I was after her.

And scary scoundrels came to me...

- and held a knife at my throat. - What?

- A knife? - Right.

I thought I'd die.

So I had to tell everything.

I said I followed her because of the rings...

and there's someone who wants to know...

who the owner of the rings is.

That's what I said.

There was a sudden flash,

and I passed out there.

Ok Nyeo,

I must tell you that I have a really bad feeling this time.

The court ladies and maids I found all got killed.

Do you remember?

Continuing to look for them could put my life in danger.

Ok Nyeo.

You should give up on the rings now.

I cannot give up.

I must find her and find out what happened.

Goodness.

I can't help you any more.

Figure out the rest yourself.

- I'll get going now. - Wait. Chun Doong!

When did you get here?

Thank you for your hard work.

How is my mother?

I think she's tired. She keeps sleeping.

I'll go in and give her this remedy.

Madam. Madam! Madam!

Mother!

Mother.

Mother. Mother!

Tae Won.

Yes, Mother. Are you okay?

Tae Won.

- Mother. - I think...

it's now time for me to leave.

Mother, what are you talking about now?

I'll bring the physician.

Ok Nyeo, go bring the physician.

- Yes, Sir. - No, it's okay.

Ok Nyeo, you don't need to go.

Tae Won.

Yes, Mother.

I wish...

I could take all the resentment in your heart...

with me when I leave this world.

Forget the resentment...

and let go of the desire for revenge.

I'd like you to focus on living your life.

Of course.

Of course, Mother. You cannot die like this.

You must live...

to watch how well I'm living my life!

I'm sorry, Tae Won.

Ok Nyeo.

Yes, Madam.

Take care...

Tae Won for me.

Madam!

Mother. Mother!

- Madam! Madam! - Mother!

- Mother! - Madam!

Mother!

Madam...

- No, Madam... - Mother!

No, Mother...

Goodness, why aren't the numbers matching up?

Your calculations are always wrong.

Goodness. What happened here?

What's the matter? Why do you look so down?

- Did something happen? - Yes, well...

The lady in Anguk-dong passed away.

The lady in Anguk-dong?

Oh, that lady.

You mean Yoon Won Hyung's wife?

Yes.

Tae Won thinks of her as his mother.

How did she pass away?

I'm not sure. I haven't heard anything about it yet.

They say that all bad things happen at the same time.

Why do these things keep happening to Tae Won?

Goodness.

- Tae Won. - Tae Won.

Tae Won.

I heard everything from Do Chi.

He told me she had been looking after you since you were a kid.

I'm sure she went to a place that is much better than this world...

where Yoon Won Hyung and Jung Nan Jung control everything.

Just think of it that way.

Gosh. By the way,

I must say that people are so ruthless.

The Revered Lady has passed away,

but I don't see a single soul visiting to pay condolences.

Exactly.

This is not what a funeral should look like.

- Jak Doo. - Yes, Sir.

Make sure we can hold a proper funeral for her.

Call people who used to know her and serve food to them.

Make sure her funeral is filled with many people...

so that she won't be lonely on her way to the other world.

Yes, Sir.

- Do Chi. - Yes, Sir.

You should go...

and bring 3 to 4 servants who wail at funerals.

Loud wailing...

should be heard at funerals. Aren't I right?

Yes. I will bring them, Sir.

- Hurry. - Yes, Sir.

Stir it well so that it doesn't stick.

- Got it? - Yes, Sir. I'll do so!

- Please take it to that table. - Okay, I will.

I hope you enjoy it.

- This is how a funeral should be. - That's right!

This way, the deceased won't be lonely on her way.

- She'll have a safe journey. - Exactly.

All right. Let me pour you a drink.

You fools. You're feasting because all of this is free.

- Eat up. - Thank you.

- Sir Gong. - Yes.

I brought them.

- You brought four of them? - Yes, Sir.

Come with me.

Stand right here.

All right. Let me hear your wailing.

Aigoo....Aigoo....

Aigoo....Aigoo....

Gosh, that's enough!

That's not good enough.

Try to sound more heart-wrenching.

It should sound a lot more sorrowful.

You. Try doing it alone.

That's right! Great. That was really good.

- Do Chi. - Yes.

Get these two dressed in the mourning clothes...

and have them wail here.

- Here. There is a lot of food. - Yes, thank you.

Oh, Do Chi!

- Hey, you rat. - I'm here!

What brings you here?

What do you mean? Am I not allowed here?

Tae Won thinks of her as his mother,

so she's like a mother to me, too.

What? Stop talking rubbish.

Hey, who are they?

Oh, they're my minions.

I'd like to start working properly now, too.

What are you guys doing? Say hello. This is Do Chi.

Oh, yes. My name is Man Soo.

Right, hello. I'm Man Ok.

Wait for me over there.

What's the name of that pretty, slender girl?

Her? She is Man Ok.

Why do you ask?

You silly. If they're your minions,

that means they're my minions, too.

I'll greet them when I run into them...

and buy food for them, too.

Do Chi.

You know that you don't need to lie to me, right?

You don't look it, but you're actually so naive.

- Do Chi. - Yes.

Shall I hook you up with her?

Chun Doong.

Ouch! It hurts!

Hey, go and sit over there.

I'll bring food and wine for you. Just go and have a seat.

No, no. It's okay.

I'm here to help out, not to feast.

- Please don't worry about me. - You don't need to help out.

Just relax and eat, all right?

- Go and get ready to eat. - Wait! Gosh.

He must be very lonely these days.

Ok Nyeo! Can I help you with anything?

No, don't worry.

My hands are itching for some fun. I can't do it, can I?

Chun Doong.

All right, don't worry. I was just kidding.

- I'll see you later. - Okay.

- Tell me if you need anything. - Okay.

Do Chi.

That girl over there.

What's her relationship to Tae Won?

Oh, there's nothing going on between the two.

She is just someone...

who is like a younger sister to Tae Won.

I don't think that's the case.

By the way,

I guess that jerk, Yoon Won Hyung, will not show up after all.

How will he dare to come here?

People will throw stones at him if he sets foot in here.

Tell me. Can you throw a stone at him?

Goodness, Sir.

I was just saying that's what might happen.

How could I dare to throw a stone at him?

He should be here if he wants to be called a human.

Yes, he must.

If not, he's not even a human.

Lord Yoon.

Lord Yoon.

What is the matter?

The lady in Anguk-dong passed away.

What did you just say?

Your first wife...

just passed away...

after a long illness.

Shouldn't you attend the wake?

I don't have the right to go there.

People will talk.

I think you should go.

Is that true?

Yes.

I just heard the news.

(Jung Nan Jung)

After torturing me with her existence...

for so many years,

she finally died.

Your wish has finally come true.

Yes.

Very soon,

I will be registered as Lord Yoon's official spouse.

Sir.

You must be Tae Won.

Why are you here?

I came to say goodbye...

to my wife.

Do not tarnish her memory...

to make yourself feel better.

Get out of here!

You can't tell me to leave.

Do you know how she died?

If you do,

then you will know why I say you're tarnishing her memory.

She was...

poisoned.

What?

- Poisoned? - Yes.

I will tell you who did it.

It was Jung Nan Jung!

How dare you.

I know...

how much you hate Nan Jung and me,

but how dare you make such accusations!

She was poisoned?

Yes.

I couldn't be surer.

Shall I tell you the details?

She was killed very slowly...

with a poison her maid fed her...

that is undetectable in any way.

To cover her tracks,

Nan Jung killed the maid, too.

All this...

was Jung Nan Jung's plan!

Shut your mouth! Shut up I tell you!

Right now,

she uses your influence...

to cover up a murder we have evidence of,

but I will reveal the truth.

If you control the people...

who uphold the law,

then I will make her pay myself.

Wait and see.

Did you...

hear what he said?

Yes.

Is he right?

Did Nan Jung do this?

Well...

I don't know, my lord.

I'm sure she didn't.

Where did you go so early in the morning?

Shall I send for breakfast?

Did you...

kill my wife?

What?

Did you poison her?

What are you talking about, my lord?

Poison?

I wouldn't do such a thing.

Are you sure?

Yes.

I will swear on my life.

I never did such a thing.

Who gave you such an idea?

Who is trying to slander my name?

- Eun Soo. - Yes?

Tell the brassware manager to check inventory...

and report to me.

- Okay. - Things are missing.

We're short of products.

Sir.

Hello.

You've been through a lot recently.

Thank you for the help.

Don't bother.

You don't have to thank me for anything.

Why didn't you take time off?

I'm fine.

I put off a lot of deals.

I have to wrap them up today.

Good for him.

Uncle.

Can I marry Tae Won?

What?

What nonsense are you talking about now?

Did he say he'll marry you?

You can tell him to.

I don't want to lose him.

Stop daydreaming and get back to work.

What's so wrong about me?

The King held a ceremony,

but there's still no rain.

When will the drought end?

The prayers for rain...

will continue for a while.

The King ordered us to show mercy...

and release the prisoners...

who aren't murderers or robbers.

Officer Lee and Ok Nyeo, come up with a list...

of prisoners to release by tomorrow.

- Yes, Sir. - Yes, Sir.

You?

Why are you in here?

Please, Sir.

I did more than enough to pay for what I did.

Let me off now.

You have a long way to go.

Get lost.

Very well, Sir, I apologise.

I'm really, really sorry.

I'm so sorry.

You heard me! Get out!

You should go.

You're so mean.

This time,

I will teach him a lesson so that he learns...

never to talk back.

Sir.

Officer Yoo is almost 50 years old.

It's too late to try to change him.

Yes, Sir.

- Forgive him. - Yes, Sir.

Be quiet. So what if he's old?

Go on talking about forgiveness...

if you want to end up like him.

Go on. Yoo Geum?

No, Sir.

You are always right.

You bet I am.

Enjoy your meal. Have a seat.

Hello, Officer Yang.

Welcome.

Hello.

Is Officer Yoo here?

Yes, he's getting drunk alone in a room.

I hate that birdbrain.

What are you doing in here?

Why are you drinking alone?

Why did you call me?

Sit down.

What's going on?

Look at you.

Officer Yang.

It's been a while since I saw you.

Why don't you come by as much?

We haven't met...

in a long while.

You're so much prettier now.

You lost so much weight, you're all skin and bones.

Don't be silly.

I was always pretty.

Everyone comments on my looks.

Is there anything you want in particular?

I'll eat whatever you have.

Anything these beautiful hands bring me...

would taste delicious.

I get what you mean.

I won't be long.

She's so pretty.

- So pretty. - Gosh.

You really are thick.

How can you say she's pretty?

You need to change your mind-set.

One nice comment...

will get you beef instead of pork,

and a silky fowl instead of an old chicken.

Learn from me.

Officer Yang.

- What? - I brought you...

something special, and it's on me.

You don't have to.

Enjoy the chicken.

You have a heart of gold.

Thank you.

Did you see that?

Yes, I did. Enjoy the chicken.

I have a weak stomach, so I can't do that.

Why did you call me?

- Officer Yang. - What?

I feel wronged and I'm so angry that...

I can't take it any more.

- Who upset you? - Jung Dae Shik.

That birdbrain...

is giving me such a hard time, I've had enough.

As you know,

your career is over...

if you happen to upset him or do something wrong.

I can't steal from the treasury or do anything nowadays.

I'm always grovelling.

So,

is there a way...

to get my old job back?

It's not that tough a problem.

Lend me your ear.

All right. Oh, right.

- Let me tell you. - Okay.

Do as I say.

Then, I'm sure...

you can turn the table.

Will it be okay?

Of course. Don't worry about it.

- Make way! - Get out of the way!

There's a new chief at the Police Bureau.

- Let's go! - He's like a mad dog...

that bites off everything.

He goes crazy after anything...

that would help him look like he's working.

Go seize and search their office right now!

- Yes, Sir! - Yes, Sir!

If we throw a bait to that psycho,

I'm sure he'll bite off Jung Dae Shik into pieces.

Ransack through the office!

- Yes, Sir! - Yes, Sir!

What is this?

What are you doing here?

How dare you...

Stop! You'll pay for this!

What are you doing, you jerks?

What are they doing in there?

Who are you? Stop it right away!

I'm Chief Song Seok Woo of the Police Bureau.

A report says you live off the poor prisoners in Jeonokseo.

That's why I'm here to investigate. Do you have a problem?

How dare you break into my office? You little scum!

I'm Jung Dae Shik!

You must have a death wish now!

This can count as obstruction of justice.

I'm working on the incident reported by the people.

Do you want to be imprisoned for obstruction of justice?

Hey, come here...

and tie this chief up now!

- Yes, Sir! - How dare you!

What a jerk.

What are you doing to me? Get off! I said get off!

Let me go! Is there anyone?

That's when you should show yourself up.

And put on an act nicely...

as if you really want to protect him.

You jerks! What are you doing to Chief?

How dare you tie Chief up? Are you okay, Sir?

- Officer Yoo. - Release him!

- Get off! - Stop!

Do you want to be tied up too?

What? You little punk.

You must look down on Jeonokseo.

How dare you treat the chief that way.

Did you just hit me?

Release him! Release him now!

What are you doing? Tie him up!

Fine, I'll never back off!

Come at me!

- Stop! - Get off!

- I said get off! - Be quiet!

Officer Yoo. Officer Yoo!

- Sir! - Goodness.

Officer Yoo! What's all this out of the blue?

You brat, I'll make sure that you pay the price for this.

Please release Chief.

Isn't the plan too dangerous?

Don't worry. I'll release you soon.

Officer Yoo.

Yes, Sir.

I didn't know that you're such a loyal person.

I've looked down on you not knowing how much you care about me.

I'm really sorry.

Please don't mention it.

It's an honour for my family that I'm serving you.

Goodness.

I can't believe that I humiliated such a nice person like you.

I'm so shameful.

I must have gone crazy.

No way. What are you talking about?

I'll serve and protect you until the day I die...

even if someone holds a knife at my throat.

Oh, dear.

Goodness. Sir!

I apologise.

That new young chief didn't have a clue...

what he's done to you.

I beg your pardon on behalf. Please forgive us, Sir.

That's not necessary. It's okay.

I'm all right.

Please untie Officer Yoo now.

- Hurry. - Yes, Sir.

Officer Yoo.

Ouch.

- Goodness. - Officer Yoo.

- Are you okay? - Gosh.

Didn't you get hurt?

Oh, dear. Officer Yoo.

Officer Yoo. Good.

We'll work together until the end.

Officer Yoo.

Great.

Thanks to you, Lord Yoon came back to his position,

and the political situation is settled.

The Queen Dowager is aware of your contribution.

I'm sure you'll hear good news from the Palace soon.

It was all possible thanks to you, my lady.

It's been long since you two decided to get married.

Why don't you arrange a meeting between your family and us?

I'll send a message...

to my father in Kaesong.

If you let me know...

when your father arrives at Hanyang,

I'll serve him with a grand reception.

- A family meeting? - Yes, my lady.

Officer Sung's father...

will visit Hanyang from Kaeseong soon.

You'll get married soon.

Congratulations, my lady.

Well, that's not a big deal.

- Turn around. - Why?

If you don't mind, can we have some tea?

Please come to my chamber.

Bring us flower tea.

Yes, my lady.

It's flower tea the Ming's royal family enjoys.

Please drink. It has a pleasant flavour.

How is it?

It's good.

I'm a very ambitious person.

I decided to marry you...

because I thought it'd serve as a stepping stone...

to have my ambition realised.

You might think I'm too goal-driven.

But I think I should tell you what my real intention is.

I don't like guys without aspiration, either.

I'll do my best to assist you as your wife.

So please achieve everything you want.

Ok Nyeo, where have you been?

Did something happen?

Let's hurry to the office.

The chief wants to see you urgently.

Why does he want to see me?

I think someone from the Palace wants to meet you.

He's waiting for you. Let's get going.

- Hurry up. - Yes, Sir.

Sir, did you call for me?

Oh, here you are. She came to see you.

She's a court lady who serves the Queen Dowager.

Did you want to see me, Ma'am?

It's been a while, Ok Nyeo.

Have you been doing well?

Yes, Ma'am.

The Queen Dowager wants to meet you.

Let's go to the Palace with me.

Yes, Ma'am.

Let's go.

- Ok Nyeo, take care. - Gosh.

Oh, my.

- Wow. - Sir.

Is Ok Nyeo close to the Queen Dowager?

I guess she is.

That's unbelievable.

I wish I could tag along.

Oh, dear.

I haven't seen you for a while.

Yes, my lady.

Please tell Her Majesty that I came to visit her.

She is already...

with someone now.

Who is it?

She's with Ok Nyeo, a warden at Jeonokseo.

What?

Why is she talking to that wench?

I don't know about that, either.

Does she call her often?

It's the first time since then.

The Queen Dowager...

must be helping her.

By any chance,

do you want to work at the Palace?

If you want, I can make you work in my chamber as a maid.

I'm very grateful for your such unlimited grace.

But...

I want to live as a warden at Jeonokseo and help prisoners.

I'd love to do everything you want for you.

Tell me if you have any favours to ask.

I won't tell the Queen Dowager...

what you've said to me today.

I decided to do so...

for your sake.

So keep this in mind.

If I may tell you about my wish,

I'd like to ask for Sir Park Tae Soo's honour to be recovered.

I understand what you want.

But that's not something...

I can't easily decide.

I'll give it some thought.

It's strange...

how we always meet at the Queen Dowager's chamber.

I guess we're meant to meet each other.

I hope to meet you outside the Palace.

I don't have the intention to do so.

Have some tea.

Yes, Your Majesty.

I heard the family meeting for Shin Hye's wedding has been scheduled.

Yes, Your Majesty.

Then why is it...

that you look so down?

Is it because you're sad to let Shin Hye go?

That is not why.

I just feel horrible for not being able...

to be a better mother for her.

What do you mean by that?

I'll end up...

marrying her off to that family as the concubine's daughter.

I am too ashamed to face that family...

as well as Shin Hye.

Your Majesty.

I'd like to be an honourable mother to my daughter.

Please help me.

Are you asking me for the Revered Lady title?

I'd like to help you,

but Lord Yoon's wife just passed away.

If the title is given to you,

will you be able to handle what people say about you?

Had I cared about what people say about me,

I wouldn't have been able to come this far.

The lady in Anguk-dong is already dead.

I cannot let worrying about her...

leave me in this much indignation.

Please.

Please show me your mercy, Your Majesty.

Please, Your Majesty.

She's back.

Nan Jung.

What did...

the Queen Dowager say?

Will she list you as Lord Yoon's official spouse?

Calm down.

You've been so patient all these years.

No, I'd also be angry if I were in her shoes.

The lady in Anguk-dong passed away.

How much longer does she have to wait?

Her Majesty...

Nan Jung.

Calm down and pull yourself together.

Just forget about it for now.

You can wait for the next opportunity.

Her Majesty the Queen Dowager...

Her Majesty...

gave me the title.

Pardon me?

What... What do you mean by that?

Her Majesty...

gave me the title of the Revered Lady.

My gosh! Nan Jung!

Nan Jung!

I received the Revered Lady title.

That is wonderful! I am so happy for you!

Nan Jung.

Mak Gae.

People used to point their fingers at me, calling me the concubine.

Now, I'm Lord Yoon's official spouse,

and I've even received the Revered Lady title.

Nan Jung, I am truly delighted for you.

Good job.

You have worked so hard for this day.

All those who have insulted and looked down on me...

will get to see how powerful I have become.

Nan Jung.

Who is it?

Oh, Officer Yoo!

Why are you here?

The chief will get mad if he sees you.

Please leave.

Oh, you're Ji Chun Deuk?

I'm Yoo Jong Hoi.

Don't be cheeky and keep your mouth shut.

What did you just say?

Officer Yoo.

Are you okay?

Don't worry.

- Oh, no. - Goodness, I told you.

- Treasurer Ji. - Yes, Sir.

I want you to take over Officer Yoo's tasks from now on.

Yes, Sir. I've been taking care of those tasks anyway.

What I'm saying is that you should take care of his tasks...

while also fulfilling your own duties.

I beg your pardon?

Well, that's...

Sir, why are you doing this?

Just do as I say! Why do you have to complain so much?

My goodness.

And you, Officer Yoo.

Yes, Sir.

You no longer need to worry about those petty tasks.

Just stay right by my side...

and consult me on issues and matters...

that crucially affect Jeonokseo.

Do you understand, Officer Yoo?

Yes, Sir.

I will do my best.

Gosh, my blood boils.

This is beyond frustrating. It's infuriating.

Tell me. Why on earth is that fool acting like that?

Everyone knows how capricious the chief is.

Why are you so surprised about it?

This isn't called being capricious.

This is pure madness.

Ok Nyeo, what do you think?

What goes around comes around.

- What? - I knew this would happen...

when you were being harsh on Officer Yoo.

- Poor you. - Hey.

Hey, Ok Nyeo. Ok Nyeo.

My goodness, this is crazy.

Whose side is she on?

Gosh. Why are you still here?

This is my room.

Oh, is it? Then I'll leave!

- You were looking for me? - Yes, Ok Nyeo.

We're in deep trouble.

What is the matter?

I just received a message from the Price Policy Division.

No ration will be allotted for Jeonokseo for the next three months.

Sorry? Why is that?

As you know, the entire kingdom is suffering from famine.

They're saying that there isn't enough food for prisoners.

Hence, we will get no ration for three months.

Goodness.

How much food do we have left presently?

If we feed them twice a day... No.

Let's say that we'll give them watery porridge only once a day.

How long will we be able to last?

Even if we give them porridge once a day,

we won't be able to last two weeks.

Then what if we cut what we're giving to them now by half?

We can try cutting the amount by half...

and only give them one meal a day. What do you think will happen then?

Even then, we won't be able to last a month.

How will they be able to survive on that amount of food?

Prisoners also become uncontrollable...

when they're hungry. You're well aware of it.

My goodness.

I heard that Jung Nan Jung's grain storage is filled...

up to the ceiling with rice.

And we have to starve the prisoners because there isn't enough rice?

What is happening in this kingdom, seriously?

Gosh, my blood is boiling.

Tae Won.

I want to express my condolences.

Thank you.

I couldn't have held her funeral without your help.

I'm sure she went to a good place.

I wanted to go to the funeral, but I couldn't...

because I didn't want people...

to say that a kisaeng was disgracing a noble's funeral.

Tae Won.

By the way,

have you heard about Jung Nan Jung earning the Revered Lady title?

- She received that title? - Yes.

Lord Yoon's wife just passed away.

I can't believe the Queen Dowager gave her the title...

and that Jung Nan Jung accepted it.

They're both crazy.

On that note,

there's something I need to tell you.

What is it?

Yes. Have a seat.

Tae Won.

How do you feel...

about being in charge of Sosoru?

Me?

If you want to do it,

So Jung and I can help you.

A kisaeng parlour isn't only a place for drinking.

It's where politics happen.

Running Sosoru...

will help you immensely...

in your war with Jung Nan Jung.

- Goodbye. - Thank you.

- Gosh, this is heavy. - Let's go.

- Do we have to go all the way back? - Yes, we do.

- Move it! - Do Chi.

Make sure they arrive on time...

and send them on break for snacks.

All right, I will.

Ok Nyeo.

What brings you to Samgae Dock?

There's something I need to discuss with you.

Really?

What is it? Tell me.

They've cut off ration for Jeonokseo.

They're saying that there isn't enough rice...

to give to prisoners due to the famine.

Goodness.

Are you...

going to ask me to provide you with the rice?

Well...

I'll get rice for the prisoners.

How?

We can siphon off the rice that is supposed to be delivered to...

Jung Nan Jung's grain storage.

What? Siphon off the rice?

- Yes. - From Jung Nan Jung?

Well, yes.

Think again, Ok Nyeo.

You'll siphon off Jung Nan Jung's rice?

Yes.

But how?

We will steal it or con people. We'll do anything.

You're the best conman there is, so find a way.

No, I can't.

I'd rather stick my head into...

a tiger's open mouth than do something to upset Nan Jung.

You fool.

Is that why you steal from the powerless peasants?

Don't say that, Sir.

I don't swindle people who already have nothing to lose.

The people I conned were almost always...

rich nobles.

That is exactly why you should start wondering...

how to con people like Lord Yoon and Jung Nan Jung.

Is this...

how you plan...

to make the crack?

Yes.

I decided to stop running away out of fear.

However small, I will fight for it if I can.

Good.

I'm proud of you.

I will help you.

Yes. Let's do it.

But...

don't expect my organisation to help.

Even if I get into trouble,

I can't risk hurting the others.

I understand.

Can anyone else help?

I'll discuss the matter with Sir Lee Ji Ham and Jun Woo Chi.

Tae Won.

- Did you call for me? - Yes.

I want to know when the ship...

with Jung Nan Jung's supply of grain...

comes into Samgae Dock.

How would I ever know that?

Don't be like that.

You can find a way to find out.

You're too good.

You have a way of making it impossible to say no.

Okay, I'll find out.

Why do you want to know?

You'll find out later.

Be careful.

Did you see the gifts the groom's family...

sent from Kaesong?

There was Ming silk,

and ginseng, too.

My jaw hit the floor.

His father is Kaesong's richest man. I didn't expect any less.

Do you know that the richest man in Kaesong...

is the richest in Joseon?

If the two families merge their assets...

How much would that be?

People are starving left and right because of the drought.

Meanwhile, we're serving food that even the King doesn't get.

We're lucky even for maids.

Let's have a taste.

Don't.

- It's good. - Is it?

I am very honoured...

to become in-laws with you, my lord.

Please don't say that.

Your son...

did Joseon a great service.

You raised him well.

There is much he can learn from you.

Consider him your son, not your son-in-law,

and teach him with a firm hand.

No, Sir.

Our daughter is the one who needs to learn.

She can be childish sometimes,

but she is cheerful and has a gentle heart.

Please treat her well.

I had little reason to laugh...

because my son was so dull.

I am so pleased to welcome such a sweet...

and bright girl into our family.

Thank you.

- Let us eat. - Thank you.

Eat up.

- My lord. - Sure.

What happened?

The Queen Dowager...

disbanded the spies.

Will you return to the Police Bureau?

I'm not yet sure,

but I might find a job within the Palace.

If you do,

you must never side with any political party.

Your orders are to lie low and wait...

for the right time.

I understand.

- Ma'am. - Hi.

Is the man back from Kaesong?

Yes, he's waiting for you in the room.

Where are you?

Did you find him?

Yes.

Well done. Well done.

You're starting to pull your weight.

Well done. I'm so proud of you.

It's top quality.

Thank you.

Sir.

Are your supplies running low?

Don't even mention it.

Sir, do you have barley?

Hey!

Why were you in my way?

Are you okay?

Will you buy this?

Get out of my way, then.

Who are you?

Man Ok.

You little...

Chun Doong.

Did you get something?

You bet we did.

I scored.

Look.

You aren't too bad.

Let's have a look.

What's this?

Who did you steal from?

Someone in the market.

That's mine.

Move.

Ok Nyeo.

Who are they?

You two still don't know how to spot a mark.

They're my minions.

They're new here.

Forgive them just this once.

Minions? Don't you work alone?

Don't ask. They were forced on me.

Say hello to Ok Nyeo.

Hello.

Don't you ever end up in Jeonokseo.

- I'll beat you up. - Okay...

I'm off.

Wait.

Come here.

I found Park Tae Soo's grandson.

What?

The man who adopted Park Tae Soo's grandson...

is Kaesong's richest man.

His name is Sung Hwan Ok.

- Sung Hwan Ok? - Yes.

Guess what his son's name is.

- What is it? - Sung Ji Heon.

The chief administrative officer at the Police Bureau.

The man...

who is about to marry Lord Yoon's daughter is Park Tae Soo's grandson.

Ok Nyeo, why are you here?

I have something urgent to tell you.

To Officer Sung?

Yes.

What do you have to say?

(The Flower in Prison)

That scum.

They stole grain paid as tax.

To feed the starving Jeonokseo prisoners.

Let's do this.

She loves the sight of gold.

We can use her greed.

Tell me the truth.

Watch your tongue. Lord Yoon cannot find out.

I have never seen gold chunks this big.

We gave her the bait.

Let's see if she bites.

Ok Nyeo.

Do you really see me as a woman?