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DO KYUNG-SOO

NAM JI-HYUN

CHO SEONG-HA, CHO HAN-CHEUL

KIM SEON-HO, HAN SO-HEE, KIM JAE-YOUNG

EPISODE 11

Who are you?

Where are you going?

I'm thirsty.

I'm going to drink some water.

Are you...

trying to avoid me?

I heard you just stood there when they shot arrows at you.

Why did you do that?

Why'd you just stand there when they shot arrows?

You should've done something. That's not like you.

Because that is...

what Won-deuk would do.

Are you saying...

you'll live as Won-deuk...

even though you're not Won-deuk?

You said you'd try to regain your memory.

That's why you even went to Hanyang.

Why are you doing this?

I don't want...

to regain any of my memories.

Why not?

Because I want...

to stay by your side.

I was going to leave...

when my brother came for me again.

I was planning...

to leave you here...

and take my father.

Once I meet my brother again...

I'll have to live in hiding for the rest of my life.

If you're okay with that...

will you...

come with us?

This...

What does this mean?

Why are you all quiet?

Maybe I shouldn't have asked you.

I gave you my answer.

I wish...

to stay by your side.

Come with me, then.

No?

You said I'm the only woman who doesn't need your permission to touch you.

It's not that I don't like it.

But first...

can you give me some time to pack?

I want to take my silk clothes and the dresser.

I paid 30 yang for them.

And for that, you almost attacked me with a sickle,

so I'd hate...

to leave them behind.

We're not leaving now.

My brother hasn't come for us yet.

Oh.

Then...

why...

My father, Gu-dol, and Kkeut-nyeo

are probably still looking for you.

We should let them know

that you're okay.

Don't go northwest.

If you must leave, go south instead.

You're planning to go far away soon, aren't you?

Are you a shaman?

You can see

those things?

Of course. I can foresee everything.

Let's ask her.

Where in the south should we go?

Where should we go to live happily ever after?

Be good to your husband.

You won't find another man like him.

You have a discerning eye that recognizes greatness.

You may continue.

Since he was a little boy,

he has only held one woman in his heart.

You won't find another man who is as faithful and purehearted as he is.

What?

No, that can't be true.

We only met a little while ago.

That is not true. And it's the same for you.

Let's see.

It was a very windy night.

And is that...

Are they snowflakes or flower petals?

We should get going.

You've got to run. Otherwise, you'll die.

That man is holding a sword.

I see red blood dripping from his terrifying sword.

And that sword

is pointed at you.

Let's go.

Her reading is way off.

Yes, okay.

You must run!

Only then can you survive.

That was complete nonsense. Don't let it get to you.

Of course I won't.

She wasn't right about anything.

We never crossed paths when we were little.

She's obviously a sham.

However,

she was right about one thing.

The fact that I'm a man like no other.

But that goes for everyone.

We're all one of a kind.

Hey.

What are you doing?

Why are you taking Mu-yeon?

Master asked me to bring him.

My father?

Hey, you're bleeding! Are you hurt?

What happened?

Master has asked me to keep it confidential.

-I must hurry. -Wait.

Hey, wait! What's going on?

Where is my father?

-I apologize. -Hey!

Those rude jerks. They never tell me anything.

What happened?

My apologies, Your Majesty.

He got away, wounded.

The assassins are after him.

He got away?

What are we to do?

What if

he raids the palace with his soldiers?

Our elite assassins

will chase him to the end.

Please stay strong, Your Majesty.

Your Majesty.

They say that fear invites failure.

Please shake off your fear

so that you can achieve your goals.

Now

is our only chance.

But...

What on earth is going on?

Goodness, how much longer must we wait?

We are practically confined here.

Why does His Majesty forbid us to leave when it's this late?

More importantly...

the First Vice-Premier

and the Chief Censor are nowhere to be seen.

Isn't it odd?

The fact that the First Vice-Premier isn't here

is making me anxious.

Shouldn't we send someone to his residence to check in on him?

Something is definitely going on.

I shall ask the commandant of the Royal Guards if he knows anything.

-Yes, please do so. -Yes.

Make way for His Majesty!

I ordered all of you to stay

for an urgent announcement.

I am too ashamed

to face the former kings in the Royal Shrine...

for I have not been fulfilling my duty as a king.

That is not true, Your Majesty.

Please do not say such a thing, Your Majesty.

As the King of this kingdom, I should not have left

the position of Crown Prince vacant for this long.

Thus, I have decided...

to install Prince Seowon...

as Crown Prince of this kingdom.

It is a critical decision

which will determine the fate of this country for centuries to come.

Such an important decision should not be made at this late hour,

especially when the First Vice-Premier--

Oh, I see.

Do you...

serve the First Vice-Premier?

Defying the King's orders

is akin to holding treasonous thoughts

in your mind.

Minister of Defense, will you dare to defy my orders?

Please forgive me...

-Your Majesty. -The coronation must take place soon.

Minister of Rites, prepare everything thoroughly.

Of course. I will do my very best as Your Majesty's faithful subject.

That man

is holding a sword.

I see red blood dripping from his terrifying sword.

And that sword

is pointed at you.

Is something troubling you?

No, of course not.

But you seem troubled.

I was

actually wondering

what kind of person your brother would be...

and if he'd be fond of me.

My brother is...

I'd describe him as the classic example of a perfect man.

He's handsome, intelligent, strong, and kindhearted.

Had he not experienced such hardships,

he totally would've aced the civil service examination.

So I'd say...

you may not be up to his standards.

Why not?

Why do you say that?

What do I lack?

To be honest...

Let's be honest. You're not the most polite person.

-"Polite"? -What on earth are you talking about?

What's wrong with my son-in-law?

In my eyes,

he's more than perfect.

I always knew you had a discerning eye.

By the way,

why is he concerned about what your brother may think of him?

Hold on. Is he...

He'll come with us.

My gosh, that is such good news. That's great!

Then there is something we must do.

Won-deuk.

You need to change the way you talk.

I mean, I am your father-in-law.

Are you going to keep talking down to me?

What will Hong-sim's brother think?

Do you suppose he'll think you're polite?

Probably not.

Sir.

-Good. -Then...

-how should I address you? -What?

Sir?

Good.

Call me "Father."

Fa...

Fa...

Father.

Oh, my.

I am very proud of you, my dear son-in-law.

I am so proud of you!

How dare you!

You're making me awfully uncomfortable, Father.

Am I?

That's not good.

Then what about the other side?

What are you doing?

Why are you "uncomfortable"?

-Tell me. -My gosh!

Hey, come on!

That silly goose. My goodness.

-I shouldn't make you uncomfortable. -Stop it!

I said stop it.

My goodness.

I can take care of these things.

Men shouldn't be exempt from house chores.

But I must say,

this is very difficult.

I'll finish the rest.

You should go to your room.

Your father must be bored.

No, I'm sure he's not.

He always falls asleep as soon as he lies down.

But how come you never...

ask me to stay these days?

Why do you ask?

Would you like me to?

No.

Of course not.

I was just curious.

I won't do anything...

that you do not want.

Oh...

I see.

This was a sham marriage.

No one blessed our union.

Even the two of us

didn't welcome the idea at first.

That being said,

I'd like to hold a real wedding ceremony...

when your brother comes, with his permission.

Our consummation...

can wait until then.

That is...

truly commendable and thoughtful.

I am so lucky that you're my husband.

He's right about everything,

so why is it...

that I'm feeling downcast?

NA WON-DEUK

The Crown Prince is alive?

Why did such a preposterous rumor spread?

His Highness's handwriting and voice...

Could there be such a coincidence?

Could it be...

Gosh, you scared me. What is the matter?

Why must you work this late?

What a waste of candles.

I will buy more candles out of my own pocket.

Your money comes from your salary,

and it's the people's sweat and hard work that pay you.

In other words, you're burning the people's sweat and hard work.

Why bother asking for a kisaeng?

I mean, I'm in more of a rush.

Nothing is going on between us.

She came to deliver news from Hanyang.

Sure, of course.

Then retire for the evening and enjoy your long, lonely night.

Wait.

Let me ask you something.

That man, Na Won-deuk... What's he like?

Why do you ask?

Will you summon him to harass him again?

That is not why I'm asking.

If you're that curious,

you should ask him directly.

How much do you think we can get?

For this house.

Wherever we end up, we will need a house.

And we need money to buy a house,

so we should sell this house to make some money.

We must leave secretly.

Do you plan to tell everyone?

Oh, right.

You actually look like an idiot sometimes.

What? "Idiot"?

What? Are you offended?

No.

I feel like I used to be called that when I was little.

It sounds familiar.

But we do need some money for our journey.

Let's sell the dresser.

No. You absolutely cannot sell it.

Come on. Why not?

How dare you.

That dresser is mine.

Don't touch it without my permission.

What brings you

to our house?

I am here to speak with your husband.

What now?

Why would you come all the way here

to speak with my husband?

There seems to be some misunderstanding.

-What happened was-- -It was my idea.

What do you mean?

I was the one who suggested the archery bet.

The governor said he needed

to establish ties with Lord Park to achieve his big goals.

Are you saying you told him to shoot arrows at you?

I don't know what his goals are, but how could you suggest that?

What if his arrows had actually hit you?

You said you'd be by my side forever.

What if I became a widow?

Save your lovers' quarrel for later.

I am here due to an urgent matter.

Oh, my apologies.

I didn't know the full story.

Please forgive my rudeness.

No, it's okay.

I'm glad we got to clear up the misunderstanding.

Could you stop staring at my wife?

Didn't you say it was urgent?

NA WON-DEUK

Here.

You recently visited Hanyang to deliver some goods.

I spilled water on that document, so I need your signature again.

You came all the way here just for this?

You could've gotten the clerk to do it.

I also wanted to check in on you.

You seemed quite shocked at the archery range.

I was confused because my old memories surged up...

but I'm fine now.

"Old memories"?

Care to elaborate?

Would you like me to sign here?

Yes, that's right.

All right.

NA WON-DEUK

What's wrong?

Last time, you wrote your full name in Chinese characters.

Why just a handstamp this time?

There is no way I wrote Chinese characters.

Oh, I see.

Then someone else wrote it?

You have my handstamp, so please leave now.

You have such fine taste for a commoner,

judging from how you decorated your room.

Loan sharks deceived me

into buying these furniture pieces.

Gosh, those loan sharks...

The books too. I was forced to buy them.

FIFTY SHADES OF MR. GRAY

May I have a look?

Why is he trying to hide the fact

that he can write?

What kind of information

is this man trying to obtain from me?

This book...

It's entertaining.

I cannot read,

so you may take it if you'd like.

That is not necessary.

Please leave.

I wasn't going to leave just yet.

You seem to have a lot of time on your hands,

but I am a busy man.

I must go collect fodder.

I apologize for taking up your time.

Oh, right. I was curious about something.

What is it? What are you curious about?

Never mind. It's nothing.

I should get going.

Oh, boy.

GEUNJEONG HALL

I am much obliged, Your Majesty.

By installing Seowon as Crown Prince, you should be able

to restore order in the royal court

and demonstrate your dignity as a king to the entire nation.

I am truly delighted

to see Your Majesty so determined and steadfast.

It gives me great joy

to hear my queen is delighted.

Father.

With all due respect...

-I must ask you to revoke your order. -Seowon.

That's nonsense.

You said you will leave the Crown Prince's palace empty

until the Crown Princess gives birth.

So why did you suddenly change your mind?

And where is the First Vice-Premier?

What on earth is happening in the palace?

Why did you suddenly arrive at such a decision?

I believe I have the right to know.

Seowon!

My incompetence is to blame.

They say an incompetent king will see his subjects grow treacherous.

My subjects are treacherous,

and I suppose...

my own incompetence is to blame.

Father.

How could you make such a horrid remark?

I pondered how I will be remembered in history as a king.

I will probably

be described as an incompetent king who was the First Vice-Premier's puppet.

Therefore, I have resolved to sever the long, ill-fated relationship.

Making the Crown Princess's child an heir to the throne

is akin to willingly handing this kingdom over to the First Vice-Premier.

Then he will continue to exercise his influence and power

over this kingdom as the Crown Prince's grandfather.

I plan to make sure that never happens.

And yet...

you wish to stop me from doing so?

I am afraid.

What if he raids the palace with his private army

and removes me from the throne?

The fear keeps me up all night.

Despite my fear...

I wish to put my everything on the line...

and make sure you are installed as Crown Prince.

And yet

you wish to defy my words?

Forgive me, Father.

Your unwise son had failed to understand your thoughtful intentions.

I will...

obey your orders with grace.

What on earth is Father doing at this critical time?

Well, the thing is...

I do not know where he is.

One of the servants said

that he saw him leave hurriedly two nights ago.

But he has not been back, and no one has heard from him.

Even the Minister of Defense does not know where he is.

I think something

-must've happened-- -Watch your words.

Words have power.

I am concerned about him. That's all.

If Prince Seowon becomes Crown Prince...

do you think the Queen will just sit around and do nothing?

She may want to depose you as soon as the coronation is over--

Return home immediately

and find Father.

Release Beom

and tell him to find Father with Hyeok.

Beom...

is dead.

And Hyeok is...

He disappeared with Mu-yeon.

What do you mean?

He said Father had asked for Mu-yeon, so I believed him.

But I think that was a lie.

I'm on pins and needles because I have no idea what is going on.

But I can't even go home because of the preparations

for the coronation. What do I do?

You had no problem feigning illness whenever you had to study.

Why are you in such fine condition today?

I think I understand what you're trying to say.

My stomach

is very upset at the moment.

Mobilize all your soldiers and find Father.

He must return before the coronation takes place.

Understood.

Your Highness, shall I bring a female physician?

No need.

I wish to go to the Great Hall.

His Majesty...

does not wish to see anyone at this time.

"Anyone"?

Am I just "anyone"?

Forgive me, Your Highness.

But please return to your quarters.

Your Majesty.

How could you give such an order?

Whose child am I carrying?

This child belongs to your bloodline.

You cannot do this to me knowing I have been widowed.

The Crown Prince died a tragic death in the prime of his youth.

Even in the heavens, he must be eager to see his child succeed to the throne.

Court Lady Kang, what are you doing?

Escort Her Highness back.

Your Highness.

Your Majesty.

I implore you to revoke your decision.

Now that I have been widowed, my only wish

is to see the Crown Prince's child succeed to the throne.

Well...

Don't sell it if you cherish it so much.

No, we're selling it.

How much?

You bought it recently,

and it's in good condition,

so I'll be generous. Two yang?

What? Two yang?

I paid over five yang for this.

The value's obviously gone down since it's used.

Depreciation is expected.

Why would the value go down?

You should be paying a premium for my precious caress this has received.

I won't sell it.

I'm taking this back.

Fine, take it back.

Are you kidding me?

Two yang is more than enough, so just give us the money.

I'm sorry...

my precious dresser.

I'll find it a good new owner, so don't worry.

Here.

All our debt...

should've been paid off in full with the silk I received from the King...

so I trust the contract has been discarded.

Of course.

I scrapped everything.

APRIL 2, NA WON-DEUK BORROWED 30 YANG

Gosh, unbelievable.

You promised us that you'd discard this.

You even threw him a birthday party, so I trusted you.

This is why they say people don't really change.

Gosh, I was going to scrap everything.

I just forgot.

Do not trade people for money.

In fact, I suggest...

you quit this business.

You're not meant to have such an immoral vocation.

You're destined to make

significant contributions to this country.

What? Me?

Really?

Yes, of course.

Now, I'd like...

another yang for the face reading.

I didn't know you could read faces.

I do not know.

Then...

did you lie to him to get more money?

Hey, you really have changed.

They say the content of your heart determines your destiny.

Your determination can change your destiny.

Who knows?

My words might inspire Ma-chil to do some benevolent deeds.

Why are you staring?

You're so admirable.

You keep falling for me over and over.

Then keep on staring.

Excuse me. I have an urgent request to make.

I lost something precious on my way here.

I heard you solve people's problems.

Would you be able to find it for me?

-What is it that you lost? -Well...

I'll find it for you.

I have a knack for finding lost items.

No, thanks.

I'd like him to do it.

But why? It shouldn't matter who does the job

as long as you find it, right?

Well...

I'm paying you, so that's up to me to decide.

I do not want to hire you.

Don't you agree?

It's something very precious that I must find at all costs.

If you find it for me, I'll pay you a generous sum.

-If you say so-- -Don't go.

I don't want you to do this.

Why is that?

I clearly remember you saying

that you wouldn't be bothered even if I talked with another woman

in private.

You said you don't care.

So what is it that you've lost?

The danoseon.

"Danoseon"?

Yes.

It is a special fan bestowed by the King on Dano, May 5.

It is very valuable as it's only given to a select few high-ranking officials.

The Section Chief of Rites gave it to me as a gift.

You said you don't think it was stolen,

so we should try retracing your steps.

Sure.

By the way,

are you originally from Hanyang?

From your appearance...

to the way you talk and carry yourself, you brim with elegance.

I learned to present myself in this manner while in the army.

I apologize if it offended you.

You don't need to apologize.

I actually like it.

That smile makes me uncomfortable.

I'm a married man.

No way. He won't fall for her, right?

That kisaeng looked like the foxy type.

-Goodness. -What happened?

What's with that bitter look on your face?

That kisaeng who followed you here

just took off with my husband.

Are you saying you're worried that Ae-wol would try

to seduce your husband?

No, I'm worried for you.

What if she falls head over heels for my husband?

Because he's amazingly charming?

Is that what you're trying to say?

That's not really what I meant, but--

Since it's a forced marriage, I didn't expect

your affection would run deep.

I suppose you've grown to like him a lot.

About that incident...

I apologize.

I got angry without knowing the full story.

If you're sorry, please help me out.

I was sent to Songju in a hurry,

so I didn't have time to pack. I need to buy a lot of things,

but I have no idea where to buy what I need.

I'm so lost.

What do you need to buy?

You said you needed some things urgently.

Is an erotic novel one of them?

They're the best tool for gauging public sentiment.

From the people's agony and mental anguish to relationship problems,

they reveal candid snapshots of ordinary life.

Right.

I see.

Let's see.

FIFTY SHADES OF MR. GRAY

"Fifty Shades of Mr. Gray."

Oh, I like the title.

Even the handwriting is exceptional.

May I ask a favor of you?

Judging from how my husband was willing to risk his life for you,

I believe that the goal you are trying to achieve

has a righteous purpose.

I hope you achieve your goal,

but please be mindful not to burden the villagers in any way while doing so.

Most people who live in Songju

are kind and good-hearted.

They never shed tears even if they're starving.

If you see them in tears,

it's usually because of the noblemen.

I will remember that.

Now that I am here,

I'll make sure they never cry again.

And just so you know, that book is such a page-turner.

My gosh. Hi, Hong-sim.

Where's Won-deuk?

I haven't seen him at all lately.

I have more work waiting for him.

The copies that he made are our best sellers.

He's been very busy with another job.

I have to run to the market for groceries, so I should get going.

I hope you find some good erotic novels.

Wait, I'll pay him two more jeon per book.

Tell him to stop by, okay?

What is the new book Won-deuk copied?

The one you're holding now, sir.

FIFTY SHADES OF MR. GRAY

YEON'S SKIN UNDERNEATH THE DRESS WAS FINALLY REVEALED

Is this the fan?

Yes, it is.

Thanks to you, I found my precious fan.

A section chief is a senior fifth-rank official.

There is no way he received this hand fan with 40 ribs.

Also, look at this clumsy engraving

and this poorly done lacquering job.

I advise you not to get too close

to the person who gave you this fan.

Why do you say that?

This is fake.

Check for yourself if you don't believe me.

No way.

I'll be on my way, then.

Just a moment.

I promised you'd be compensated, so let me pay you.

It's not even an authentic danoseon.

I can't let you pay me for finding such a poorly made fan.

That is why I must pay you.

I almost fell head over heels for the wrong man.

Thanks to you, I could avoid making such a foolish mistake.

Well, if you insist...

I won't refuse it.

The man you had asked me to meet,

he is no ordinary man.

In what way?

He recognized that the danoseon was fake.

My gosh, I can't believe the section chief gave me a knockoff.

Here, it's done.

You won't recognize him even if you study his portrait.

Why did you ask me to draw one for you?

Oh, Your Honor.

I apologize for interrupting your joyous conversation,

but Lord Park would like to speak with you urgently.

About that meeting in Hanyang...

I'm afraid we'll have to postpone it.

I sent someone to Hanyang to set up the meeting,

but my goodness.

He returned with surprising news instead.

Apparently, no one knows where the First Vice-Premier is.

On top of that,

the King has decided to install Prince Seowon as Crown Prince.

Prince Seowon?

Yes.

I heard the King had initially announced that he would wait

until the Crown Princess gave birth to make his decision,

but he suddenly changed his mind for some reason.

I wonder what is going on.

May I ask a favor of you?

What is it?

I must visit Hanyang.

What is all this?

I want to make some food for the villagers.

They've done so much for us, so I can't just pack up and leave.

Dano's in two days, so that will be my excuse.

You bought these with the money from the dresser?

Are you upset that I spent the money on this?

No, I'm not that petty.

Besides...

I managed to earn a bigger sum.

Take a look.

Turn the millstone.

By the way, that kisaeng... What was she like?

She was gorgeous.

Looks mean nothing to me.

I mean, why is that important? The heart is what matters.

I see.

Then I can't be your pick.

Wrong.

That is why you're my pick.

Are you saying

I'm good-hearted...

but not pretty?

What's with that smile?

You're beautiful.

I'm anxious

because I'm happy.

Don't regain your memory.

Don't go anywhere.

Don't look at other women.

If you do...

I'll shove you into this and grind you.

What? That wasn't a joke.

Then what?

Shall I sign a pledge?

Yes, good idea.

Wait. I'll get some ink and paper.

What is it? You don't want to sign a pledge?

There, I just signed it.

What?

What is this?

What's up, Won-deuk?

Why are you giving me this?

What's this? You got me rice cakes?

They're made with artemisia.

And with pure rice flour, right?

Where did you get the money to...

Did you borrow from Ma-chil again?

No, I sold my dresser.

Great! You made a wise decision.

You're finally getting your act together.

You did the right thing.

That fancy dresser did not suit your thatched-roof house.

You said you've been a county clerk for over a decade.

Why not take the state exam?

State exam, my foot.

You think that exam is a joke?

I'm saying this because

the records tell me that you're thorough and diligent.

You can aim for a junior ninth-rank position,

which isn't bad.

Sure, whatever.

But the records...

You went through the records?

I told you that you cannot view those records!

What's with him?

My, this is delicious.

Artemisia rice cakes? How fancy!

My gosh.

Why are you giving me this?

You don't like it?

I got the prettiest ones.

Something's not right.

Don't tell me...

No, don't leave.

I won't let you go.

What's with them?

Hey, come and have some rice cakes!

Jeez!

Gosh, that slow-witted man.

First Vice-Premier.

First Vice-Premier.

First Vice-Premier, why...

Why on earth...

Your Majesty.

What is the matter?

Can you assure me that the palace is properly guarded?

Of course, Your Majesty.

We must tighten security.

Do not even let a single rat sneak in.

Surround the entire palace with guards.

Your Majesty.

Please calm down.

I understand the secret letter brought us here,

but we at least need to know what this is really about.

My point exactly.

The coronation is keeping us busy enough.

Whose idea was this?

By the way...

why is the Minister of Rites here?

I too received the secret letter.

I did not know that he had changed sides.

It is a relief that he did.

We'll need connections

to the Queen if Prince Seowon becomes Crown Prince.

Good point.

Now is the perfect time to foster rapport,

and we can certainly make it happen with the help of the Minister of Rites.

That is one preposterous remark!

Don't you know that we're about to end up on the chopping block?

You don't even know where the First Vice-Premier is at the moment.

How could you call yourself his right-hand man?

Lord Kim.

-Lord Kim. -Lord Kim.

Let's all sit down.

Were you the one

who sent the secret letter?

You are alive and well. Why have you been absent from the royal court?

Have you heard the news?

Prince Seowon will be installed as Crown Prince.

Yes, I am aware.

Then how could you seem so calm and unconcerned?

We must do whatever it takes to make sure the coronation does not take place.

Please share your wisdom.

What should we do?

Do your best

to assist in the preparations for the coronation.

You'd like us to help Prince Seowon?

You said you suspect the King was probably behind the attack.

Yet you will just sit and watch?

You must overthrow the King.

It takes many years

to even tame a horse...

let alone a person.

Regardless of whom he chooses as his heir,

the King will inevitably end up wasting a lot of time.

Moreover...

I will make sure my grandchild...

ascends the throne at all costs.

Then what do you...

plan to do?

Get the assassins ready.

I will go to Songju.

You woke up.

Where am I?

We had to flee because something came up.

Master found out.

And Beom is dead.

He must've blurted out the fact that the Crown Prince is in Songju.

We were attacked by some assassins

on our way to Songju with Master.

I escaped and brought you here.

I must go to Songju.

You are not well enough yet.

My sister will be put in danger.

There were many assassins...

and they were extremely skilled.

It's possible that Master...

has passed away.

But what if he's alive?

Then I'll go with you.

I came to meet a Royal Guard officer.

You cannot enter the palace.

His Majesty has given strict orders to tighten security.

This is very urgent.

Bring Officer Kwon Hyeok to me. I only need a moment.

What is this?

Eunuch Oh delivered it discreetly.

I could not see you before my departure as I had to leave in a hurry.

I would like

to return the bracelet you had given me.

It has protected me until now,

so it will keep you safe from now on.

May you give birth to a beautiful child who takes after you.

That is...

my only wish.

Your Highness, where are you going?

I must go to him.

No, you cannot. The curfew has commenced.

Move aside.

Please calm down.

I am concerned about your unborn baby.

Your Highness.

Why...

must everyone leave me?

Why?

Je-yun.

What brings you here?

I need you to check something.

Have you seen this man?

The Crown Prince, right?

What is this portrait?

Why do you have this?

Have you heard the rumor that the Crown Prince may be alive?

The rumor went around briefly among the court ladies.

It began circulating because one of the men

who came to deliver some goods looked like him.

When is the coronation?

In four days.

In four days?

I'm working the night shift again.

I'll let my family know, so why don't you stay at my place--

No.

I must return to Songju.

This late?

By the way, who is the man that looks just like the Crown Prince?

This man who resembles His Highness...

is His Highness himself.

I see that your heart is heavy...

now that you have to leave.

It's been over a decade, so I'm quite attached to this house.

And we now have this beautiful wall thanks to you.

Wherever we end up...

we'll build another beautiful wall with vines.

Yes, you're right.

I should go in and pack.

No way.

Not these!

Then how are you going to carry all this?

The weather is warming up, so I'll be sweating.

Therefore, I'll need many changes of clothes.

Are we going on vacation? You won't have time to get changed.

Gosh, don't be so harsh on him.

I'll help you carry them.

You are very kind,

Father.

My dear son-in-law.

Pack everything you want to take.

I'll carry them for you.

Then...

can I take my blanket as well?

That is up to you.

But just so you know, my brother isn't fond of materialistic people.

I shouldn't get on the wrong side of him

just to fulfill my materialistic greed.

These aren't important.

I should pack light.

Let's see.

I don't need this.

I don't need this either.

This...

I guess I don't...

I don't need it.

I told you to wear those new shoes.

Why pack them instead of wearing them?

To treasure them.

Every object has a purpose.

Clothes and shoes are meant to be worn.

Never wearing them to "treasure" them...

is a materialistic behavior, isn't it?

But still...

they'll be ruined during our long journey.

But if you wear straw shoes,

your feet will be ruined.

Just wear those shoes.

Okay.

Why isn't he here yet?

Could something have happened to him?

You said you had to tie up loose ends

before leaving because you've lived here for many years.

He could be late for the same reason.

No.

He had a determined look in his eyes,

as if he had to leave in ten days no matter what

for some reason.

Then just trust that he will be here soon.

I'll wait for him here.

Go inside and get some sleep.

Go inside!

Will you ignore your husband's words?

Okay, I'll be in my room.

Did you...

really kill the Crown Prince?

Now is your only chance to confess.

His Highness...

lost his memory.

He doesn't even know who he really is.

He's just living an ordinary life as a commoner.

He does not know...

who he is?

Correct.

No one knows

who he really is.

Even His Highness himself.

Well...

Eat up. You need the fuel

for the long journey.

Let's eat, okay?

Eat up.

I keep getting a bad feeling.

I can't just sit around and wait.

Right.

If he doesn't come,

we'll go find him.

How will you find him when you don't even know where he lives?

-The Mojeon Bridge in Hanyang. -What?

We're supposed to meet there if we're separated again.

If we put up his portrait around the market,

we'll find out his whereabouts.

But not now.

We should wait for him here until tonight.

What? My gosh!

What are you all doing here?

The market is bustling because today is Dano.

There's a wrestling match going on, and a troupe is performing.

What's that thing called?

Anyway, there are so many fun things to see.

Is that right?

Won-deuk, you and Hong-sim should check it out.

Sitting here looking all sad won't make your brother show up.

I'm not in the mood.

What a shame.

We might end up...

living in the woods or on some remote island.

This is my last chance to experience the fun Dano festivities...

but I suppose I'll miss out.

What are you talking about?

It's nothing.

I'm just talking to myself...

because I'm so sad.

All right, let's go.

We'll go, okay?

-What's that? -What does it say?

-How would I know? -You know I can't read.

-What does that mean? -Goodness.

This is so frustrating.

-Gosh. -Why bother putting it up?

Why put up these notices when they know we can't read?

What does it say?

Should I go bring Won-deuk?

It's about the coronation of a new crown prince.

I see.

Right, the Crown Prince died a little while ago.

I wonder if I should return to Hanyang.

Gosh, I don't want to.

Is she an angel?

What's wrong with your eyes?

That's a vixen, not an angel.

Oh, the troupe is here.

-My gosh, let's go! -Come on!

-Come on! -Hurry!

Let's go!

My gosh, the entire village is in such a festive mood.

Aren't you glad we came here?

Yes.

Won-deuk.

Thanks to you, I just had some rice soup.

Good for you, Meok-gu.

Eat a lot of good food so that you can grow tall.

Will do.

Let's not stand around here.

Why don't we go over there?

I heard a magic show will start soon. Come on, let's go.

What happened between you two?

Meok-gu has finally learned to recognize a good person.

Come on.

All right!

Are you all ready for this?

-Now, I'll use this magic handkerchief. -Make some room for us.

You're late.

Now, when I say the magic words...

-Here's a coin! -My gosh.

-Oh, my. -It's magic.

This is a magic handkerchief.

Now, when I say another magic word...

Here's another coin!

-Amazing! -Right?

Pass the coins around and see if they're real.

-You can check. -Touch them.

-Touch it. -It's real!

-They're real indeed. -My goodness.

-Give them back. -They're real.

But the thing is, two yang isn't enough money

for us to fill our empty stomachs.

So this time, I'll fold it once like this and fold it again.

Fold it carefully like this.

All right, abracadabra!

And this time...

-He got more coins. -More coins!

-My gosh. -It's not over yet, of course.

-All right, one last magic word! -Oh, my.

Fantastic!

My gosh, even a bird?

This is amazing.

How fascinating.

All right. For the next trick,

I'll need a helper.

Let's see.

You, over there.

The handsome, graceful young man.

I mean, the beautiful lady sitting next to you.

Would you give me a hand?

Don't you dare.

She is married.

He says I'm beautiful.

All right. As you can see, she's lying down on this table.

But when I say the magic words,

this lady will vanish into thin air.

-No way. -That is just impossible.

-Come on. -Goodness.

That's impossible.

-What? -My gosh!

-She's gone! -Where is she?

Where did she go?

-Don't worry. -What happened?

It's all deception.

All right, don't you worry.

We'll bring her back.

What? Where did she go?

-What is going on? -What happened to her?

-She's not back. -Where is she?

-Where did she go? -My gosh.

What did you do to my wife?

Look at him.

He's mad at us because his wife is gone.

Don't you worry. Sit back down.

We'll bring her back.

-My gosh! -Look!

-She's back. -They brought her back!

-Did you see that? -My gosh.

Do you like that rose that much?

This is a rose?

This is my very first time seeing one.

Roses are so precious.

Those magicians were awesome.

My gosh!

What was that just now?

I don't like seeing you happy because of a flower from another man.

Wait here.

Oh, young man. Come and have a look.

I'll give you a good deal. Come browse around.

By the way, who is the man that looks just like the Crown Prince?

Do not investigate further.

What is it? What are you curious about?

Come on. I'll give you a good deal.

Goodness.

What...

What is this?

I want to...

marry you, for real.

You see...

it's possible that you're actually...

from a noble, prestigious family.

And your family

may be desperately looking for you.

Would you not regret...

leaving with me?

If I left you...

I'd be plagued with deeper regrets.

So what's your answer?

This is my answer.

There goes our tax money.

But I must say,

it's beautiful.

It looks as though the sky is giving us its blessing.

-Beautiful! -My gosh!

Look at that.

Don't pull this on me.

I fell for that magic trick earlier,

but you can't fool me this time.

-My gosh. -This is amazing.

Come on!

Don't play this trick on me.

-Run. -Come on!

My gosh.

-Come on. -Quick.

Hong-sim!

What's going on?

-How would I know? -Come on!

Who are you guys?

Do you...

recognize me?

I do not know who you are...

but please step aside.

I cannot let you go.

Lads, what are you waiting for?

You must greet him properly.

You must return to the palace...

Your Highness.

Is he fooling us?

This is your chance.

Win the Crown Prince's heart.

I beg you to please love our child at least.

What happened

to her?

There is something I must check.

You must bring him to me in one piece.

Did you not

ask me to be your friend?

That is...

no longer possible.

Because you're the Crown Prince.

Subtitle translation by Liya Choi