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Episode 52

- Bring the boy out! - Yes, sir!

Get out here!

Let's go!

Geum!

Your Highness, that is...

This belongs to Geum. That means he was here.

Where could they be, Chun Soo?

Geum!

Not yet? What do you mean not yet?

The Crown Prince has vanished! And no one knows how or when?

- How dare you say this in front of me? - Your Majesty, I deserve death.

How could such a thing happen? What were you all doing?

Your Majesty, please calm down. I fear you will ruin your health.

Are you sure this is not a kidnapping? Are you sure he wasn't taken?

Yes, Your Majesty. There were no signs of such a thing.

Go and find the Crown Prince.

If you come back without him, you will not salvage your life.

- Do you hear me? - Yes, Your Majesty!

My Crown Prince! My son!

It's almost 7 pm.

I feel like all the blood in my body has dried up into dust.

Your Highness, they will find him soon. Please calm your heart.

How can I do that when I don't know if the Crown Prince is dead or alive?

Your Highness!

Older Brother!

Let's talk inside.

I'm sure of it.

First he deliberately sent away his attendants,

And there is no indication of any attack. I'm certain he wasn't taken by anyone.

You mean he left the Palace of his own will?

Yes, it looks that way.

Something must have happened while he was outside the Palace.

I'm sure we'll find His Highness soon. You must not worry too much.

But I don't understand.

The Crown Prince is aware of the furor this will cause.

He has never strayed from the rules before.

How could he have done this?

That is why I found something suspicious in my inquiries.

Something suspicious?

- How did it go? - He is nowhere in the Palace, My Lady.

What? What about you?

He's not at the attendants' chambers, My Lady.

What do we do? Let's go to his residence!

- Prince Yeon Ing? - Yes, his attendants are frantic as well.

I'm certain he isn't in the Palace either.

- You mean they could be together? - Yes, that is possible.

Oh my God!

My Lady, they are nowhere to be found.

Perhaps they've returned to the Palace already.

That's not possible.

We have to search for them until we hear word of their return.

Then Shibi and I will go search on that side.

Yes, I'll search here.

- Your Highness! - How did the search go?

We haven't found the Crown Prince or Prince Yeon Ing anywhere.

Lieutenant Nam and Captain Hwang met the thugs,

...but they were unable to find anything.

- Please forgive us, Your Highness. - No. This belongs to Prince Yeon Ing.

That means that just a short while ago, Prince Yeon Ing was at the bridge.

So start from there. Somebody should have seen them.

Yes, Your Highness. We'll find them. Let's go.

It was Prince Yeon Ing?

Older Brother, please wait a little while longer.

What is your name and where do you live?

The Crown Prince has disappeared.

The Police Bureau and the capital is in chaos.

We have no time to waste on you. Speak!

If your parents come to pay the fine, I'll let you go with two strikes of the cane.

You rascal, you dare to keep silent?

I reckon you'll open your mouth after a few strikes.

Halt! How dare you try to hit me!

What? What did you say?

Fine, I'll tell you who I am.

Out of our way! Move!

Move aside!

Goodness, how could the Crown Prince vanish like that?

I know. I hope he's safe.

I hope this doesn't end in a national tragedy.

Perhaps he went out with Prince Yeon Ing?

- What? - Lady Ae-Jong was looking for him earlier.

You fool, that happens everyday.

How is it possible that two princes would climb over the Palace walls together?

You're right. That would really cause a scandal.

Director Hwang!

- Your Highness! - Your Highness!

Help me!

What's going on? What are you doing here?

Help me! You need to help me!

What?

- A fight, Your Highness? - Yes, this pouch troubles me.

They say the bridge wasn't overly crowded tonight.

Perhaps there was a fight.

Then perhaps we should go to the patrol stations.

Yes, if there was a fight, the patrol stations would be aware of it.

I'm an Inspector of the Tribunal. Show me tonight's patrol records.

Yes, sir!

What should we do, Young Dal?

I'll go to the Police Bureau and bring back the Crown Prince.

- But what do I tell them? - Tell them you're his uncle.

Yes, that's a good idea.

I'll tell them I'm his uncle and then take him to the Palace.

You take His Highness to the Palace.

No! I'm going with you to the Police Bureau.

That's not a good idea, Your Highness.

If they know the two of you left together it'll cause chaos.

- So you should come with me. - But...

Please do as we say, Your Highness.

I'll be sure to take His Royal Highness back safely.

- Young Dal... - Have faith in me, Your Highness.

You promise? You'll bring back His Royal Highness?

Yes, Your Highness. I'll stake my life on it.

Let's go, Your Highness!

Your Highness, you must hurry. Please!

Your Highness!

What did you find, Chun Soo?

They arrested a pickpocket around 5 pm tonight.

A pickpocket?

Yes, and his description sounds similar to the Crown Prince.

Where did they take him?

I'm his uncle. I'm the Crown Prince's uncle.

I'm His Royal Highness' uncle. His uncle!

- This is the pickpocket's relative? - Yes, that is what he says.

Yes, I'm His High... I mean, his uncle.

I heard he was at the Police Bureau and came to pay His High...

I mean his fine.

- But he already went home. - What? You mean back to the Palace?

Palace?

I mean... So he's been discharged?

Discharged?

Did I mention I had a few drinks tonight? I'm really sorry.

- So your house is this way? - That's what I said.

We have no choice but to go with you if we're to collect the fine.

Goodness me, how could a grown boy not know his parents' name or his address?

He's an idiot that's why!

If you're sending us on a wild goose chase, you'll pay!

What do I do now? Where could he have gone?

Sir!

What brings you here?

I'm so tired!

Are you sure this is where you live?

Hey, you!

- Over there! - Where?

Hurry along!

Is this your home?

- Yes. - Then go on in!

- Anyone home? - Anyone here?

Anyone home?

- Who is it? - Are you this boy's father?

What? Of course not!

- Hey! - Stop right there!

- Stop! - Hey you!

- Stop! - Stop, you rascal!

Stop right there!

Stop!

Stop right there!

Stop!

Stop!

Stop!

That way!

Stop!

Who are you?

Your Highness, please don't be alarmed. I'm a Tribunal Inspector.

Your Highness! We found the Crown Prince!

- Inspector Cha is with him. - Are you sure? Is he unharmed?

Yes, Your Highness, he's fine.

What about Prince Yeon Ing?

Please don't worry about him.

He has returned to the Palace with Director Hwang.

- The Palace? - Yes, they should have arrived by now.

- Your Royal Highness! - Consort Sook.

Are you all right? Have you been hurt?

Fortunately, he is unhurt.

- Please forgive me for causing worry. - No, not at all, Your Royal Highness.

I am grateful that you are safe. Thank you, Your Highness!

Consort Sook...!

We must escort His Highness to the Palace.

No, I will return to the Palace myself.

I heard my disappearance has caused great chaos.

If you are with me when I return, others might misunderstand.

But Your Highness...

Prince Yeon Ing may get into trouble because of me.

I forced him to go with me and I won't allow him to suffer for my sake.

Since he has already returned to the Palace, please make it so that he wasn't with me.

Please, Consort Sook.

Your Highness...

What? The Crown Prince has returned?

Yes, Your Majesty. His personal guard is with him now.

How is his condition? Has he returned unhurt?

Yes, Your Majesty. Fortunately, he is said to be completely unharmed.

Crown Prince!

Mother!

- Are you all right, my son? - Yes, Mother. I'm fine.

What is the meaning of this? How could you do such a thing?

Please forgive me.

I needed some fresh air and went out alone...

I didn't mean to cause such a commotion.

Alone?

Are you trying to protect Prince Yeon Ing?

What do you mean, Mother?

I know everything!

I know you left the Palace with Prince Yeon Ing.

I know he lured you outside the Palace.

No, that's not true, Mother. It wasn't Prince Yeon Ing. I wanted to go.

Do you expect me to believe that?

Would you have this if he hadn't tempted you?

Mother!

I will never forgive Prince Yeon Ing for this.

This is all his fault.

He lured you out of the Palace to become a vagabond like him.

Mother, that is not so. It wasn't his fault.

- Come to your senses! - Mother, it wasn't him. It was I...

- Crown Prince! - Your Highness!

Crown Prince!

How is he?

He will be all right. He just needs some rest.

That is good news.

Leaving the Palace has deteriorated his health.

Please excuse me.

Yes, my son. Don't worry.

- How is he? - His condition has become stable.

Your Highness, he shouldn't have left the Palace in his condition.

That will only make his condition worse.

My Lord!

Your Highness...

Summon the Crown Prince's personal guard. Quickly!

How dare he try to harm the Crown Prince.

I won't let Prince Yeon Ing get away with this!

You must compose yourself, Your Highness.

Here you go.

Who is this child, sir?

I have such a severe cold.

He's a slave boy at the Bureau of Music.

- Go ahead. - Thank you, my man.

Oh, I'm so dizzy. We're all right now, Your Highness!

Thank you, Director Hwang.

Your Highness, you must never do this again.

It's a miracle you didn't get caught.

Promise?

I'm really sorry. When do you think the Crown Prince will...

- The Crown Prince...? - Halt!

What is it?

Your Highness!

What happened? Is the Crown Prince safe?

Yes, I saw him heading for the East Palace with his personal guard.

I'm glad to hear that.

It's so fortunate that things have come to a close.

Prince Yeon Ing might have gotten into big trouble!

Has Prince Yeon Ing returned yet?

- Not yet, Your Highness. - What?

- He's not back yet? - Yes, Your Highness.

I thought he was back with Director Hwang?

Yes, so I sent Ae-Jong to wait for them outside.

- You did? - Your Highness!

- I have bad news! - What is it?

The Crown Prince's personal guard took His Highness away.

What? The Crown Prince's personal guard?

What do you mean?

Ae-Jong?

What do you mean, Consort Hui?

It's Prince Yeon Ing's fault that the Crown Prince is ill?

It was Prince Yeon Ing who left the Palace with the Crown Prince, Your Majesty.

What?

The Crown Prince has never done anything beyond the boundaries of his position.

But it was because of Prince Yeon Ing that he climbed over the walls and became ill!

That's taking things too far, Consort Hui.

The Crown Prince and Prince Yeon Ing are only boys.

This is a mistake that any boy can make.

You protect Prince Yeon Ing yet again, Your Majesty.

You always protect him.

Consort Hui...!

The Crown Prince of our nation was humiliated...

...by being mistaken as a pickpocket in the marketplace.

It resulted in his health being harmed.

Our Crown Prince!

You cannot cover this up as a mistake.

At daybreak, the entire nation will know that...

Prince Yeon Ing tried to harm the Crown Prince.

The Ministers will not allow him to go unpunished.

Consort Hui...!

Your Highness!

I heard Prince Yeon Ing is here. Why have you brought him here?

Forgive me, Your Highness.

I heard that Prince Yeon Ing left the Palace with the Crown Prince.

Since His Highness lost consciousness,

We needed to speak to Prince Yeon Ing to find out what happened.

Even so, how dare you investigate a Royal Prince?

This regards the safety of the Crown Prince, Your Highness.

Irregardless of his royalty, he must be investigated.

Your Highness!

- I will speak to Prince Yeon Ing. - But Your Highness, that is...

Did you hear me, Officer? I said I will speak to Prince Yeon Ing!

Your Highness...!

- Mother! - Geum!

I heard the Crown Prince is unconscious.

Is he all right?

Is he in critical condition?

This is all my fault, Mother.

I begged him to walk on the bridge.

He said he had to return for his evening lessons.

But... But this happened because I insisted.

Geum...

If I hadn't done that, he wouldn't have been arrested or gotten sick.

What should I do, Mother?

Don't worry, Geum. The Crown Prince will wake up soon.

He'll wake up for your sake.

Mother...

Geum...

- So everything is true? - Yes, Your Majesty.

The Crown Prince left the Palace with Prince Yeon Ing.

At the prince's insistence,

The two of them joined the festivities on the bridge.

It was also confirmed that it was there...

...that they were accused of being pickpockets and taken into custody.

This was all confirmed by Prince Yeon Ing.

Both of them hid their true identities for fear that things would get out of hand.

But things have already gotten out of hand.

The ministers who support the Crown Prince...

...will not regard this merely as a childish mistake.

They will use this chance to threaten Prince Yeon Ing.

- Sir! - Is Chief Suh in?

- He's waiting for you. - Please go in.

My Lord!

I heard the ministers of the Soron Faction have...

...gathered in the Great Hall because of last night.

Yes. It looks like things are going to get serious.

The ministers are up in arms about the fact that...

The Crown Prince was imprisoned at the Police Bureau.

But it was just a mistake!

How could they demand punishment for the young Prince?

Because it involves the Crown Prince.

They will accuse Prince Yeon Ing of trying to harm the Crown Prince.

But that is preposterous! How could they suggest such a thing?

Lives are taken in the Palace for a mere slip of the tongue.

Moreover, the Crown Prince is unconscious.

His supporters won't let Prince Yeon Ing get away scot-free.

Your Majesty, this cannot be condoned!

The Crown Prince was humiliated last night.

How could you suggest we cover this up?

It was a small mistake.

How could you demand punishment for such a thing?

A mistake? You cannot say such a thing, Your Majesty!

Last night, the Crown Prince's safety was threatened.

Your Majesty, I regret to say that...

All of this happened because of Prince Yeon Ing.

According to the guard, Prince Yeon Ing coerced the Crown Prince to stay late.

He caused the Crown Prince to be humiliated...

...by being mistaken as a pickpocket and imprisoned at the Police Bureau.

If it weren't for Prince Yeon Ing,

Would such a thing have happened to the Crown Prince?

Councilor, you take things too far!

How can you blame everything on the young Prince?

Your Majesty, this concerns the well-being of the future King of our nation.

How can age be a factor when this regards the well-being of the Crown Prince?

Councilor!

The Prince's act caused great harm to the Crown Prince.

Thus, if he is not punished for his actions,

We will not back down either, Your Majesty!

What? The ministers?

Yes, Your Highness.

They plan to kick Prince Yeon Ing out of the Palace.

But this was my mistake.

Why are they putting the blame on Prince Yeon Ing?

That's because he dared to cause you harm.

Mother...!

What are you talking about, Mother? Why do you say he caused me harm?

Mother!

- Cause him harm? - Yes, Your Highness.

That's the scenario they have come up with.

The Crown Prince experienced great humiliation,

...and Prince Yeon Ing was with him.

They have sufficient reason to threaten Prince Yeon Ing now.

Your Highness...

Yes, I said he caused you harm.

Mother, it was I who coerced him to leave the Palace.

Prince Yeon Ing has done nothing wrong.

No. He took you to the dangerous marketplace...

...and caused you to experience great humiliation.

And who was it who insisted on playing on the bridge...

...when you wanted to return to the Palace?

It was Prince Yeon Ing! So how can you say he is blameless?

- Mother! - Why do you think he did all of this?

Because he covets your position as Crown Prince!

What did I tell you? He is not your brother, but your enemy!

Because of this incident,

Prince Yeon Ing will be exiled from the Palace.

He will never threaten your position again.

- I will make sure of it. - Mother...!

So until everything is resolved, you will remain quiet at the East Palace.

That is what I came here to say.

Is this because of my illness?

Are you doing this because you fear that I won't be able to ascend to the throne?

Are you doing this to Prince Yeon Ing...

...because you're afraid he will take over my position?

What do you mean by that?

I know... I know what my illness is.

I know that I may not be able to sire any children.

Crown Prince...!

How... How did you find out?

I'm asking you how you found out?

Mother...

No, my son.

I don't know what you found, but you're wrong.

Do you hear me? You're just a little weak...

Mother, this is about me. Please don't lie to me anymore!

I beg you, Mother.

Please don't harm Prince Yeon Ing because of this.

My son...

I won't sacrifice Prince Yeon Ing to keep my position.

I refuse to be a bad brother to someone who has shared his heart with me.

Your Highness!

How could he have found out? How?

They keep sending in petitions asking for the exile of Prince Yeon Ing from the Palace.

Your Majesty...

- What is Prince Yeon Ing doing now? - I think he is at his residence.

You must divulge the Crown Prince's condition now.

That is the only way out of this situation.

Third War Minster...

If the Soron ministers find out that the Crown Prince is infertile,

...they will turn their backs on Consort Hui and the East Palace.

Leave me, Third War Minister. I told you that I will do no such thing.

Your Highness, do you mean to let Prince Yeon Ing be punished?

You must do whatever it takes to protect the Prince.

And you have the ability to do exactly that.

Your Highness!

Father!

Really, Father?

The Crown Prince has regained consciousness?

Yes, now you won't have to make a wreath like you did for the Queen.

The Crown Prince will recover very soon.

I'm so glad, Father. I'm so glad he is recovering so quickly.

- Does that make you that happy? - Yes! I'm so happy I could fly.

Father, I'm so sorry.

I've caused you a great deal of worry, haven't I?

- Prince Yeon Ing... - Everything is my fault.

It was my foolishness that caused the Crown Prince's suffering.

Was it? So everything was your fault that day?

Yes, Father. His Highness wanted to return by evening lessons.

But I insisted on walking the bridge to make a wish.

I'm to blame for everything.

How strange.

The Crown Prince told me yesterday that he coerced you to do everything,

...and that you were completely blameless.

What?

The Crown Prince insists it was his fault, and here you are, insisting it was your fault.

- I wonder who's lying? - Father, that... that...

Prince Yeon Ing, you don't have to answer. Who cares?

The important thing is that both of you care for each other.

Father...

Mother!

Your Majesty...

This is all because they both have a King for their father.

That's the reason.

They are both my beloved sons.

But to my ministers, they are pawns in a game of power and influence.

Dong Yi...

I heard the ministers are insisting on punishing the Prince.

Don't worry about the ministers.

I will protect Prince Yeon Ing, no matter what it takes.

Your Majesty...

Don't worry about the ministers.

I will protect Prince Yeon Ing, no matter what it takes.

Your Highness, do you mean to let Prince Yeon Ing be punished?

You must do whatever it takes to protect the Prince.

And you have the ability to do exactly that.

Goodness gracious!

So Prince Yeon Ing is to be cast out of the Palace?

Of course!

The ministers won't let him get away with it.

Consort Hui is behind everything, isn't she?

She really is a fearsome woman.

That's because she's trying to protect the Crown Prince.

I know how she feels because of what happened to Ho-Yang.

Who will just sit and watch when someone is threatening their child?

What should we do with our poor Ho-Yang, My Lord?

I don't trust the Police Bureau. I've asked some thugs to handle things.

I'm going to find them if it's the last thing I do.

- Goodness gracious! My Lord! - Father!

Father, they're here. They're here to get me again!

Help me! Please help me!

- What? - My Lord, are you all right?

- Let go! - My Lord! Ho-Yang!

Both my husband and son have lost their minds!

- Let's see what these thugs look like! - Greetings, My Lord.

- You...! - My Lord, do you know them?

Why are you doing that, Father?

- Take this, my son. - Why are you giving this to me?

We found them. Let's go and bring bloodshed to them!

- What shed? - Bloodshed! Bloodshed!

Get up.

Raise your heads!

My Lord, are these the men you're looking for?

Ho-Yang!

It's them, Father! They're the ones who tried to kill me.

- Thank you! - Ho-Yang!

Beat them until the verge of death!

What? On the verge of death?

Why? Are you scared? A man should take an eye for an eye.

That's what a man does!

That's not what I meant, Father.

I want to beat them until they die.

- But murder is illegal. - You're dead meat!

Ho-Yang, you must not kill them!

Why are you stopping me?

I'll tell you everything. Please spare me!

Please have mercy on us! We were just following orders.

- Please spare our lives! - Die!

Ho-Yang, wait! Get back here!

- Do something! - Young Master!

Please calm down!

Why did you stop me, Father? You said to bring bloodshed on them.

- I haven't shed any blood yet. - Stop this, you crazy fool!

What did you just say?

- You were just following orders? - Yes, that's right.

- So please have mercy! - Who was it? Who gave you that order?

You bastard...!

It was Madam Yu! It was Madam Yu from Jedong.

Madam Yu? You mean Consort Hui...?

Yes, she's Consort Hui's mother. We were just obeying her orders.

Father, what are these men talking about?

Who gave them orders to kill me?

I don't believe it.

Madam, you seem so cheerful today.

Yes, we are finally free of that meddlesome Consort Sook and her son.

What? Are you sure, Madam?

Yes, I was worried for nothing at that shaman's prophecy of my death.

Die? Me?

I am going to live for another thousand years.

Your Excellency, how are things going?

The Soron ministers are boycotting their duties until our petition is accepted.

Our stance is legitimate and iron-clad.

Even His Majesty will not be able to stand against us.

It's not just the South Faction.

The ministers of the Soron Faction make up the majority of government..

...and they are firmly standing their ground.

What are we going to do now, Your Highness?

Prince Yeon Ing...

Mother...

Because of this incident,

Prince Yeon Ing will be exiled from the Palace.

He will never threaten your position again.

I will make sure of it.

- Make preparations to make a visit. - Yes, Your Highness.

Your Highness!

The Soron members of government are standing firm in support of the Crown Prince.

As long as they continue their stance,

His Majesty will not be able to stand against them.

Why do you look so worried, Your Highness?

The Crown Prince knows everything, Older Brother.

What?

He knows what his illness is.

What do you mean by that? How could he... how...?

Your Highness!

What? The Crown Prince is here?

Yes, Your Highness.

- Your Royal Highness. - Your Highness...

What brings you here, Your Royal Highness?

Have you come to see Prince Yeon Ing?

No. I'm here to see you today.

What can I help you with, Your Royal Highness?

You must meet with the Crown Prince and persuade him.

He will listen to you and do as you say.

- I'm here to see His Royal Highness. - He's not in his chambers, My Lord.

What? Then where is he?

Let's go.

Lady Bong! Are you there?

Yes, Your Highness.

Make preparations. I need to speak to the Crown Prince again.

What? Yes, Your Highness.

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Your Highness, are you burdened by the commotion in the Palace?

Yes, Master.

Because of me, the Crown Prince had to suffer,

And the ministers are all demanding that I be punished.

Your Highness...

Does this mean I'm to be exiled from the Palace?

Will I be sent away to live outside the Palace again?

Will my mother have to suffer because of me too?

No, Prince Yeon Ing.

- Your Royal Highness! - Your Royal Highness...

That will never happen.

You rascal, why do you look so glum?

You must not be happy to see me at all.

No, that's not true. I'm so happy to see you, Your Highness.

Then why do you look so lifeless? And you're not calling me Older Brother!

That... that's because I thought you never wanted to see me again.

- What? - You had to suffer because of me.

Not at all, Prince Yeon Ing! Why are you saying such things?

It was I who coerced you to go out that day.

But you told Father that it was you.

And now you're the one who's suffering because of me.

That's why I feel so bad. You've taken the blame for me.

But here I am as your older brother, and all I could do was watch you suffer.

That's not so, Older Brother. Everything was my fault.

If I hadn't insisted on playing on the bridge,

You wouldn't have been arrested.

It was all my fault.

No, don't say that.

Please don't worry about Prince Yeon Ing.

It's because of me that...

...my mother and the ministers want to sent Prince Yeon Ing away.

It's because I'm the Crown Prince.

They believe Prince Yeon Ing is threatening my position.

Your Royal Highness...

But I have no right to be in this position.

That is why I won't allow Prince Yeon Ing to be punished.

What do you mean by that, Your Highness?

What do you mean you have no right?

Could the Crown Prince know about his condition?

Could he?

Your Majesty.

Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is urgently seeking an audience with you.

- The Crown Prince? - Yes, Your Majesty.

My son...

Father...

What brings you here?

I've come to speak to His Royal Highness.

He has gone to the Grand Palace, Your Highness.

What?

What are you doing here?

Your Highness...

Yes, my son. What is it that you wanted to tell me?

Father, I am not worthy to be Crown Prince.

What?

I know that it is my duty to protect the Royal family and our government.

But I have an illness, Father.

I cannot remain in this position and continue to hide this truth.

An illness? What do you mean by that?

Crown Prince!

Did you hear me?

What are you doing here at the East Palace?

Does the Crown Prince know about his condition, Your Highness?

Does he know what illness he has?

How do you...?

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