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You can't go in, sir.

Comrade Sang Ryol is plotting something.

Leave us.

King Lee Jae-ha is in danger.

I should've paid for something bigger.

We are in charge of escorting you from this point onwards.

Come with us.

We are his personal guards.

That's what we agreed on--

As top guards of the Security Department,

we've always escorted foreign delegates.

We were unprepared for your unannounced visit.

But we are ready now to give you the treatment you deserve.

Comrade Sang Ryol is conspiring with an outsider.

He wants to create an incident involving the king

to increase the North-South tension and strengthen the military power.

We have no time to spare. My sources say we have less than three days--

He wouldn't do something so drastic.

Comrade Lee Sang Ryol has a quick temper.

He'd hand you a pig's tail and expect immediate sausages.

But he served the country loyally for 30 years--

I could play a recording of him for you.

-He states the time, place and date-- -I'm sure he's joking.

Foreign press including CNN is here.

And his target is the king?

It will be a war if he cuts himself shaving.

But to hold him at the Cultural Palace...

It's rubbish.

Don't worry, it won't happen.

No matter how bold Sang Ryol is, he wouldn't dare touch the king--

How did you know it was the Cultural Palace?

Hand over your guns and step back.

We received permission for our guns. According to the customs--

According to the customs, we should be escorting him.

About the prime minister--

He is not the prime minister. He is our king.

What's your position?

-Security Department-- -Seriously?

His rank isn't allowed to talk to me, so what is he trying to pull?

I only told you it would happen soon,

but I didn't mention where, did I?

It was just a guess. It's on his official schedule--

You had Comrade Sang Ryol followed too, didn't you?

You knew all about his plan.

Do you want to catch him red-handed after letting him attempt it?

We're talking about the king.

Do you think a cut from shaving is serious?

We'd have a war on our hands if he got a thorn under his nail.

Even though it's a chance to take down the opposing Party for political gain,

this is no time to think of your interests.

You know if anything happens to him, both sides will land in an inferno.

That means everyone dies, Comrade Hyun.

You're Comrade Lee Sang Ryol's wife?

Where is he?

Where is Comrade Lee Sang Ryol?

He stepped out.

They found out and raided my place.

What do we do?

No matter how dire the circumstances,

We have a duty to protect our country.

Remember.

Your country will not forget your brave sacrifice.

We'll have to move up the plan.

He's planning to defect afterward, so tail even his distant cousins.

Do not come in!

His brother works for the defense command in Yeonmok-dong, right?

Start there.

Start working from there.

Don't forget to block the train stations and subways in Pyongyang too.

All right.

Did he run away?

What do you mean?

Oh, that call just now?

We're in the middle of transporting a political prisoner--

Lee Sang Ryol slipped away, didn't he?

How did you know?

They've been found out. They'll resort to something desperate.

You need to send Comrade Lee Jae-ha home before something happens.

I'm planning to send him away tomorrow with any old excuse.

Tomorrow is too late. Right now--

The foreign press is here.

You're trying to exploit the king for some international publicity?

Do you think I planned this?

It was decided by the Party.

We're about to lose the upper hand to that upstart king, so we...

The foreign press will broadcast what he does today.

Then we'll send him home. Don't you worry.

Dad.

You're acting very suspicious now.

Isn't it over between you and Jae-ha?

This goes beyond that.

Jae-ha is the king. And he's about to be--

Lock her up in the house.

Dad.

We're using all our manpower to keep things under control.

I'll handle this issue with Lee Jae-ha. So, go home.

This amusement park is too large.

Won't it be difficult to secure the area?

There are many foreign tourists, and we tripled the number of guards.

It'll be fine.

Gaeseong Youth Park?

It's huge with many hiding places. Will it be possible to guard him properly?

Our soldiers were specially trained.

They wouldn't let a single ant enter the Gaema Highlands if commanded.

Forget all about that South Korean king.

No man ignores a woman for a week after she had a miscarriage.

Then, he comes out of nowhere and brings mere cosmetics.

Enough.

What? Can't I even say the obvious?

Just stop.

You're absolutely right.

He's not even a man.

Well...

Can we look at the gifts he brought you?

You can have them.

This is amazing.

Is this that good?

You have no idea.

Look at this.

See how soft and moist the skin gets.

It looks expensive.

Forget him.

It's none of my business.

Ready?

Now!

Come on.

Everyone, together.

Louder.

Did you get all the shouting?

Mr. Eun, don't worry. I'll stand my ground.

Are the guards on alert?

Begin.

Is the South Korean king moving according to the schedule?

What is Lee Jae-ha's route?

He'll eat, then head to the carousel.

Then, the rollercoaster...

Gosh, I feel so much better.

Time to eat.

What shall we have?

I have delicious water kimchi. How about cold noodles--

-Well... -Don't tell her.

This was at the very bottom.

Does the royal family make their own cosmetics?

HANDMADE BY LEE JAE-HA

First, purified water.

80g.

Unfamiliar in-laws,

a foolish husband,

and a miscarriage.

A natural three-step skin care project

for Hang Ah who's been through a lot.

I'm sorry.

Vitamins.

Thank you.

Oh, man.

I'm the king. Do I have to do this?

Of course, I do.

Total jerk.

Rotten dirtbag.

I love you.

I LOVE YOU

Let me have that.

No, I'm going to take it.

You can have this one.

I'm the superior here. Do I have to set the table too?

Come, help me.

-I'm sorry. -Sorry.

You're making cold noodles? Those are my specialty.

I have to step out for a bit.

Comrade Hang Ah.

If I have to tie you up, you can't eat the noodles.

I'll lock the door behind me. Just don't tell anyone.

It's been a while.

Care for a training drill that's practically real?

FOREVER GREAT LEADERS KIM IL SUNG AND KIM JONG UN

I should ride that, too?

Come on.

Can we please stop?

Just two rides left.

And this carousel is the pride and joy of the Gaeseong Youth Park--

Is that the park's mascot?

Yes, a character from a cartoon show that aired for seven years--

Tom and Jerry.

It aired here as Stupid Cat and Trickster Mouse.

I remember Tom being cuter than that.

This is the last one I'll ride.

Thank you.

Aren't you riding it?

Well, this is...

It looks safe to me.

Gosh, I'm stressed.

Now everyone, get on the rides and create a natural feeling.

-I'll ride it. -Me too.

-I'll ride it too. -Yes, get on.

What the...

Don't move!

Don't move!

Drop your weapons.

Go ahead and shoot.

The bombs are designed to explode if the carrier is killed.

Press the button and boom.

If I die, double boom.

Which one shall it be?

Put down the guns!

Back away from us.

Except you foreign press guys.

More! More!

Back off!

Hey, focus on me.

Under the pretense of reunification,

the king ruined an innocent woman.

Furthermore,

-Oh, it's going so well. -he's stomping all over our pride

using a preemptive strike against us--

Get the camera on Jae-ha.

I want to see him shaking in fear.

He recklessly crossed the border and--

Keep calling Kim Nam Il.

We hereby...

Don't let Her Highness find out.

...announce the following statement.

What's going on?

What do you mean?

You think I don't know how to use a computer?

What is happening to Jae-ha in North Korea right now?

We urge our nation to take merciless military action against the South.

-Third. -He has a third demand?

Look, this isn't your game. I set the stage for this!

Get it over with, and show my message to Jae-ha.

Hi.

I'm sure you're not well, since you're a hostage by now.

He's watching my video, isn't he?

He's totally frozen.

The guys holding you captive are the psychotic North Koreans.

I'll let you in on a secret.

We're behind the whole thing.

Me, John Mayer of Club M.

I asked them not to kill you, but they're a bunch of crazies.

I can't guarantee that they won't.

Ready?

Ready.

Oh no, what if you die?

Jae-ha.

What the...

Hey, your earpiece is connected to Kim Bong-gu, right?

Hand it over.

You impudent little...

You keep pulling things from there. What are you, Mary Poppins?

He's watching the live broadcast, isn't he?

Hey, Kim Bong-gu!

This isn't how you resolve inferiority complex issues.

This is just lame.

You want the whole world to know what a ridiculous idiot you are?

Are you so scared that you sent a video message instead?

Is this Entertainment Tonight? You think this is The Bachelor?

Look, I don't love you.

So stop stalking me and go exercise instead.

That'll help you deal with your inferiority complex.

Kill him.

Or maybe read a book.

Cultivate your mind.

You low self-esteem twit with an over-inflated ego.

Kill him!

Blow him up right now!

I don't intend to kill you, so stay where you are.

STORAGE ROOM

What is it?

What are you doing? Get it running.

What are you doing? Stop it.

Nobody moves.

Or I'll press the button.

Don't move.

I said don't move!

We're prepared to die for our cause.

You want to see the South Korean king blow up?

Is that Kim Hang Ah?

Don't come any closer!

What is it?

I came to ask you something.

Do you like me?

Or do you like Shi-gyeong?

I'm not sure about that,

but I do loathe someone.

Lee Jae-ha.

You know I hold a mean grudge.

I'm going to hold that against you for a very long time.

Can you handle that?

Every single morning.

I'm going to kiss you.

For revenge.

I'm going to follow you around like a stalker.

Buy you everything you want.

I won't ever cheat on you.

I'll look only at you.

I won't ever

make you cry again.

Not a single tear.

I'll make you

the happiest queen in the world.

I'll love you

until you're sick of me.

Until the day I die.

As revenge.

Do you think you're up to it?

My queen.

That was my formal proposal

to you, silly girl.

Darn South Korean playboy.

Such a sweet talker.

Either way, we did what you wanted.

Send someone to help me like you promised.

A Chinese passport and one million dollars.

And a place to stay in Switzerland. If you don't, I'll...

I'll tell the whole world that Club M was behind everything.

-A car is coming. -Check the plates.

2168345, it's right, and it's only one car.

Get down.

Pull the trigger.

Like you have the guts to kill yourself.

Hello--

You recognize this?

The very thing I gave my dad.

Do things right if you want to live.

There is a limit to my patience.

Following the Internet broadcast, CNN reported on the hostage incident.

They reported on the main people who saved the king's life.

The North Korean officers of the WOC team.

-Why did they leave me out? -And North Korea expressed

their apologies immediately. Those involved will be punished.

We are deeply sorry and apologetic

for not regulating things better

-during King Lee Jae-ha's visit. -Why do they become meek all of a sudden?

What's their intent?

And we will

-bring Lee Sang Ryol into judgement. -CNN already reported everything.

They're backed into a corner. Now we have the upper hand--

Won by the king, not us!

We will strengthen it even more.

Meanwhile, the entire nation wants to know

who exactly is this Kim Bong-gu whom the king mentioned.

Chief Secretary Eun Kyu-tae has given an official statement.

Kim Bong-gu is not a specific person.

It's simply the king's clever nickname

for everyone who is

against our reunification.

Unwittingly, the many Kim Bong-gus in the nation were affected.

We extend our deepest apologies and regret. That is all.

-Why Kim Bong-gu? -Isn't that the chairman of Club M?

I did what I could, but you were too reckless.

The tablet sent by Kim Bong-gu with his message.

-You couldn't find it? -No.

What could you do if you find it?

You have no power.

The prime minister and the news let the matter slide.

But everyone knows that Kim Bong-gu is John Mayer.

Do you know why they're not speaking up?

Because announcing that will lead to war.

John Mayer has yet to make an official and public appearance.

But he's a global menace feared by all the big fish in the U.S. and China.

They accepted secret political funds.

He's threatening to tell all if they turn on him.

And by chance, they all share a common interest.

Neither Club M nor any of our neighbors want to see our reunification.

So how long do we stay silent?

They killed my brother, broke my sister, and threatened me.

Frankly, you're terrified, aren't you?

You already know what I'm telling you.

But you don't know if you can face him.

Isn't that why you couldn't tell CNN that Kim Bong-gu was behind everything?

Your Majesty, it's time to go home.

-Hooray! Hooray! -Hooray! Hooray!

-Hooray for the king! -Hooray for the king!

NEW YEAR FOR THE STRONG AND PROSPEROUS COUNTRY

PYONGYANG TO SEOUL

Thanks.

Have a safe trip.

I apologize once again for what happened.

Do you know Kim Bong-gu?

You do.

Let's both become stronger.

Dad.

I'm leaving.

Whatever.

You're going to do what you want.

You don't want my opinion.

Your dad?

Father.

I promise we'll visit for Thanksgiving, right after the ceremonial rites.

No need.

I'm sick and tired of all the fuss every time you come.

The trend is to visit the wife's family after the husband's during holidays.

As the South Korean king, I should uphold new traditions.

See you then, Father. We'll be there.

You look awfully gloomy.

Mom is waiting for you with freshly-made seaweed soup.

Don't you even care?

I'm still afraid.

I don't know if your people will accept me.

Oh, you've been through so much.

I'm so sorry and so grateful.

I can't even say--

Please receive a formal bow--

Forget it, no bow.

There's no need for formalities.

I should be bowing to you. You saved my son's life.

Come here, I have something to show you.

The people sent these.

And look here.

Food.

They sent so much, but somehow they all fit.

And this here.

Seaweed.

You know.

For your health.

You have to eat all of this in due time.

Open the gifts and get some rest.

Thank you.

DIE, KIM HANG AH

Oh, why is that here?

I'm planning to write to that person

to persuade him.

It's fine.

Was this really sent by your country's...

I mean, the people of South Korea?

That amount of gifts is nothing unusual here.

Positive feelings towards her did increase after the incident.

But over half the nation is still worried--

Jeez.

Mr. Eun, do you really have to say that now?

I just got here.

And that was a lot of gifts in there.

They didn't even send half of that when Dad was in critical condition.

I just don't want you to get your hopes up--

I won't, they're not up.

You're just as frustrating as Eun Shi-gyeong.

You always have to burst my bubble.

I know that this is just the start.

I'm going to build up my power like you wanted.

Come on, hurry up.

Let's do it again.

You're back.

Join us for a round before you tell us about the North.

Yes, come play, Captain Eun.

-Sit down. -No, it's okay.

Is this what you did while I was away?

What? This isn't gambling. It's just a board game.

Exactly. You played all day?

What about your treatments?

Did you even try to remember anything?

I did physical therapy in the morning. I even did meditation and psychotherapy.

I had extra time, so I played a game.

What's the problem?

Do you want to show off what you went through up north?

Lecturing me for playing games while Jae-ha and Hang Ah went through hell?

Meditation and psychotherapy are basic treatments.

So, did you remember anything?

Pressuring me won't help...

What's with you?

You know what I'm going through.

I can't go outside. I wake up in cold sweats.

Someone is threatening my life. What can I--

So, do you want sympathy?

Perhaps you just don't want to remember.

Look, Eun Shi-gyeong.

You don't want to remember, and you're partially paralyzed.

You think people will adore you if you look more pitiful and pathetic.

But you're wrong.

You're only ruining yourself further.

Your memory?

Fine, you don't have to remember it, but don't run away from it.

Please come back, Princess Jae-shin.

Be brave like you used to be.

This is Jae-shin.

Change my personal guard.

Anyone but Eun Shi-gyeong.

Send someone else.

Now.

Frustrating bastard.

Are you satisfied?

His mistress' name...

Tara.

Tara.

And she visits this place often?

All right.

Are you sure this is where Bong-gu usually stays?

This person is seriously boring.

You unbelievably frustrating bore!

Frustrating bastard.

Hey, Shi-gyeong.

Eun Shi-gyeong.

Your Majesty.

Am I really so frustrating?

Well, you're certainly not the zippy, witty type.

Yes, that is where Bong-gu is.

I may be frustrating and boring, but you can trust my info.

Are you mad?

And Bong-gu was the mastermind behind the amusement park incident.

Club M told Kim Nam Il the hideout of the guy who planned the attack.

Cut off the tail to keep the body hidden.

What is North Korea going to do?

They're furious, but they're going to bury it.

If Bong-gu were to have China initiate an economic blockade--

Everyone in North Korea will die.

So it was...

John Mayer.

Kim Bong-gu is his Korean name.

How could he be so ridiculously bold?

One man assassinating the king, starting fights and now this.

It's one man.

But he's more than that.

He's rich. Unbelievably so.

And he bought everything.

Newspapers, broadcasters. He even made a movie.

It's about a superpower that saved a country ripped apart by Civil War.

There's only one theme. Power is justice.

What a completely biased and cheap movie!

It wasn't cheap.

It was rather polished.

The North makes an appearance as the axis of evil.

I watched the movie.

They had palm trees in their supposed Pyongyang.

If only they were our only problem.

You know that our neighbors don't want us getting along.

They pray that we'll keep fighting like cats and dogs.

The world is so big and there's much to do.

But we're too tiny.

Can we pull it off?

The WOC.

Our marriage.

What's your point?

Are you saying that you won't marry me?

That's not what I meant.

I'm definitely marrying you, but it won't be an easy ride--

You jerk.

When I put my life on the line, you made it sound like it would be soon.

So what's this?

It's going to be hard, so you want to take it back?

If you back out again, it will be the third time.

No, we'll marry. I'm just saying--

Just saying what?

A psychotic inn owner killed your brother, held you hostage,

and made me lose my baby. But you are...

Let's get married.

When? Next month?

First, crush that bastard like you planned.

You're not even a man if you can't beat that crazy what's-his-name.

Why would I marry such a weakling?

I'll reject you first.

I'll do it.

I'll crush him good.

Hello?

Dad.

You knew everything, didn't you?

Who the hell is this Kim Bong-gu of Club M?

What the heck? It's the middle of the night!

How did you find out about him?

Comrade Lee Jae-ha is trembling in fear.

He used to have the guts to sleep through a nuclear bomb.

How dare...

I won't forgive the creep who did this to my man.

I'll just go and slit his throat!

Calm down.

I've already started looking into him.

You should be taking actions.

First, find out exactly where he lives.

We need that information for Jae-ha's plan.

Wait, plan? What plan?

I'm sorry.

It's our plan, so I can't tell you.

Just find out what I asked.

That brat.

Since when is South Korea "ours"?

Ready?

Yes.

Thank you for your cooperation.

As you know, this is top secret.

And please block all entry until 2 a.m.

Understood.

The woman is inside this bar?

All right.

You realize this is just part of the plan.

The person I love is my Hang Ah.

She's my only love.

If Hang Ah says something, you'll be my witness, okay?

What?

How do they know this place? You're sure it's from the Royal Family?

Mr. Kim Bong-gu.

I sent a gift, but I advise you not to open it.

You need a specific keyword, so it won't be easy.

I had a hell of a time trying to get into my brother's records.

I don't wish you the same trouble.

But if you must open it, I'll give you a hint.

The keyword is a single word.

Something I have that you don't.

But seriously,

don't open it.

You'll regret it.

No, bring it here.

He wants to play a game.

I'll play with the little kid.

Please speak the keyword.

The keyword is a single word.

Something I have that you don't.

Royal seal.

Gosh.

Throne.

Look at that.

Looks.

Then again, we're pretty even in looks.

Honor?

I cannot allow that.

You said to come to you when I'm sure I can pull it off.

-Now is the time. -But Your Majesty, that's--

I'm going to do it with Hang Ah.

This is the only way.

Please help us.

Youth.

Your tiny little palace?

Dignity? No, you don't have that.

I take it back.

I said I take it back!

Korean passport.

Citizenship.

Royal robes.

Formal wear.

Crown.

Manners. Morals. Refinement. Conscience.

Take it and smash it open with an ax or a hammer!

Ms. Kim Hang Ah is accompanying the king

to the late King Jae-kang's memorial concert today.

This is Ms. Kim's first public appearance since the death of the late king.

Many predict their appearance together signifies an important announcement.

Bring it here.

I won't get carried away.

I'm going to quietly...

figure out his intentions.

Ready?

People.

MEMORIAL CONCERT FOR THE LATE KING

How did Bong-gu even know about the location?

He's a strong bastard. He has incredible power.

Club M will not be shrouded in mystery anymore.

Your memory. It is our only weapon.

I'll do it while Jae-ha is gone. I need you.

Is Mr. Eun someone you can trust?

Those who knew the location of my brother's vacation spot.

You think there's a spy?

This isn't a revenge against you.

Subtitle translation by Youngju Kim