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SCARLET HEART

THIS SHOW IS A WORK OF FICTION BASED ON HISTORIC EVENTS.

She is my wife's sister.

She has nothing to do with this. Let her go.

I lost the assassin because of her.

Do you really want to shed unwanted blood?

I was just lost. That's it.

- Trust me. - Why should I?

I don't know you.

So.

With the imperial army searching, we will get the others.

Then we will know if she is to blame or not.

Until then, for my sake...

Please let her go.

Are you okay?

There...

Over there, people were...

killed.

Killed?

Wearing the same mask and outfit.

It was a bad idea to let 4th Prince take my place.

He wanted to use this as the chance to stay in Songak.

You shouldn't be doubting yourself.

Don't say that.

Using my brother's desperation alone is a crime.

He was even hurt.

- Search the premises. - Yes, sir.

What did you see?

Did the dead just disappear?

It was here.

I'm sure. They were stabbed from behind.

It was right around here.

- Where did they all go? - Killed?

Who did it?

- Tell me who did it! - How should I know?

Yes, there was bloodshed.

Seems like the conspirator killed off all of his henchmen.

It wasn't the imperial army? Any reports?

They took the bodies.

They were thorough.

So the one you killed was our last hope.

We don't have any traces. What are we going to do?

Even so...

I couldn't risk Su being hurt.

We can continue when the sun is up.

First, let's get you patched up.

It's over now. Let's go home.

He kept saying he'd kill me. If I looked, he'd kill me.

I just wanted to give him what he left behind.

Su.

It'll all be okay.

What if he really kills me?

Even just now, he told the assassin to kill me.

He doesn't care about anyone.

What did I do to deserve this?

Su, it's okay.

Stop crying now. It's okay, Su. It's okay.

Stop crying.

Stop crying, and let's go home.

It's okay.

Where is Jeongyun?

I'm here, your highness.

So.

He messed it all up.

Tonight should have been the night you became Jeongyun.

I took care of all loose ends.

Not one assassin is left breathing.

The emperor will not be able to engage in successor talks for a while.

A small victory.

I can't believe So took Jeongyun's place.

Choe Jimong is also suspicious.

I'm sure there's a connection between the two.

Like Jeong said...

So has mastered martial arts.

The Gang for sure wouldn't have taught him.

We need to know who So met and who he's indebted to.

If Choe Jimong is involved...

...maybe the Emperor is too.

Our spy in Shinju told us So has met with no one.

Look deeper.

We need to know what he's up to, to figure whose side he's on.

Do not forget.

Goryeo must fall into the hands of my son.

It's not for you to do.

Can't let the servants do it either.

How long will you remain in Shinju?

Like your brothers,

it'd be better for you to learn from the best here in Songak.

I'm different from Uk.

I feel more comfortable hunting wild beasts.

You've only learned to hide your emotions.

That's good for now.

Stay and heal here. I'll let the servants know.

Yeonhwa.

I sometimes wondered what kind of woman you'd grow up to be.

You could've been really hurt. What...

What were you thinking?

It was just...

I was lost.

They were after Jeongyun's life.

- You should be glad she's safe. - That's right!

Today I learned again how lucky I am.

It's a miracle I only got a scratch from all that.

Stop it.

- Go and rest now. - Okay.

We're not done yet...

Thank you for saving Su.

I'm sorry that we're always a burden.

Burden?

I've never thought of her like that.

I rather enjoy it.

Enjoy it?

Our family is the burdened one.

Everyone comes to me to complain about life's hardships.

They also want a lot.

But...

Su is different.

She always tries to do things by herself.

I enjoy watching her.

I feel relieved.

I see myself waiting to see her again.

I'm happy and thankful that you cherish Su.

Stop.

Why?

What now?

I told you everything.

I was too busy running away. That was it.

It's the truth.

The men with swords stabbed the masked men from behind.

It happened so fast...

Like it was all pre-planned that they stabbed the...

Think harder. Every little detail. Think!

That's enough.

Fur clothes.

Everyone else wore black...

But one wore fur clothing.

He gave the kill orders.

Did you see his face? What did he look like?

I couldn't see his face, but I'm sure he was the leader.

He acted like it.

Who else knows about this?

You're the only one questioning me.

Erase everything you saw.

There was no man in fur.

Su, he's right.

It's safer if no one knows what you saw.

Can I go now?

You!

Keep out of my sight.

What did I do wrong?

You wanted to kill me.

Kill me yourself.

Should I have given up?

I tried my best to live, to not die in vain!

Su.

Is it a sin to want to live?

Isn't everyone the same?

Why are you doing this to me?

You bastard!

It'd be better to have the lights on tonight.

Bad experiences lead to bad nightmares.

What about you? Will you be okay?

- Me? - Yes, you.

To save me, you...

...killed a man.

You're the one who might have nightmares.

You know, post-traumatic stress kind of thing.

If I had nightmares every time this happens...

...it'd be too hard for me.

So today was not the first?

You've killed another...

I was 11.

The first time I killed a man...

was when I was 11.

A pack of robbers attacked my mother and Yeonhwa.

Just like earlier...

With a dagger.

But I had no nightmares.

I protected my family with my own hands.

I was happy.

I was proud.

I'm a prince. I have to live through these things.

But it still sticks with you.

You still remember. How could you be at ease?

Probably just baring it out.

It's my burden to bear.

I won't cling on to you. So don't worry about me.

What?

I won't be a burden. You can live that much lighter.

So don't worry about me.

I can take care of myself.

I guess where memory left, bravado crept in.

By the way...

...what did you mean by st... stre...

stress?

If you're confused if this is love or not

Don't think about it and just hug me

If your heart pounds, then it is love

Then will you confess your love?

TAEJO YEAR 25 (942 AD) NEW YEAR'S DAY

An attack on Jeongyun in front of me, inside the palace.

It's most certainly treason, also with strong backing.

TAEJO WANG GEON

Jimong, did we capture the assassins?

ASTROLOGER CHOE JIMONG

The princes pursued, but we couldn't capture any alive.

We are doing autopsies, so we'll know if there are any leads.

The assassins are Songak residents. I'll question who allowed them in.

JEONGYUN CROWN PRINCE MU

Go ahead.

How is the wound?

It wasn't too bad. I had it treated at 8th Prince's house.

Why did you take Jeongyun's place?

You put your life in danger.

4TH PRINCE SO

Jeongyun saved my life 15 years ago, so...

I hope to stay in Songak and find out who was behind all this.

Is that so?

If you permit me, I will find the perpetrators.

Fine.

Jimong.

Tell my Shinju friends that So has work to do here.

He will be returning late.

Will do, your highness.

Brother, you know 4th brother...

did he really never receive martial arts training?

By the looks of how he took on the Bangsangsi role like this...

He has lived among beasts.

Don't flatter him.

He looked way too good to be self-trained.

I'm sure he was properly taught by a master.

Are you saying that the Shinju Gang taught a hostage martial arts?

I doubt it.

If you hear anything, let me know.

It'll be interesting.

You want us to find out who taught 4th brother?

Baeka, you know many people. It won't be too hard of a task.

I only have musicians and artists around. Won't be as easy as you think.

Didn't you go after the assassins last night?

I did.

But I got lost on the way. Assassins? Not a soul in sight.

I heard you went into Dongji woods. So I thought you could have caught one.

Yeah, it sucks.

If I was on the right track, I wouldn't have lost them like you did.

Greetings to the Emperor.

At ease. Enjoying Wondanmati?

WONDANMATI NEW YEAR'S FESTIVITIES

I thank you for the great showing last night.

If anyone is hurt, don't hesitate to see the imperial doctor.

Will do. Do not worry.

Eun, what's that bruise about?

Yes?

Oh, it's from...

- I had a fight. - A fight?

What fight leaves a bruise on a prince's face?

Who dare tries the dignity of the imperial family?

Who was it? Tell me right now.

It was...

It was...

So 10th Prince is bringing the Emperor's punishment?

Yes, it's usually taken care of by the police.

But 10th Prince insisted to bring it himself.

He wants to see how I'll react.

Do you think they will cut off my arms and legs?

If that was the case, 8th Prince would have known.

Right?

It won't be too bad. I'm sure.

Right?

Prince!

Prince!

- Prince! - Wait up, Prince!

Oh, look who was waiting for me.

Did you bring the Emperor's punishment?

The Emperor was furious after he saw the bruise.

10TH PRINCE EUN

He said to give you a lashing.

Why me? You're the one that prompted it.

I guess you left out the part where you were in the wrong?

I'm not as narrow-minded as you think.

You wouldn't believe how I asked for your forgiveness.

If the girl who hit a prince needs to be punished

what punishment is in it for me for letting her do it?

A speech for the history books.

What do you think? You should thank me.

Well...

I don't know where you found that kind of generosity.

But yes, thank you so much.

Now what?

I have something to say.

Well...

So...

You can leave us now.

You too. Go away!

Want another fight?

Fight? As I said, I'm not as narrow-minded as you think.

Then what?

It's...

You know...

It's because...

Oh, please no.

Does he like me?

Is he attracted because no one's ever treated him like this?

I have to say no one's ever treated me, a prince, like this.

Really?

What?

I didn't know men have been saying that for a thousand years ongoing.

- What a line. - A thousand years?

Anyway, I haven't fought like that after my teens.

Usually people fear my family and don't fight back.

I've never had a real fight.

- It was really fun. - Of course.

Stop by often. We can really fight some more.

Are you saying you want to see me often?

I still have my limbs thanks to you, so I guess I'm returning the favor.

Then today is our official first day!

The one who wanted to protect you

I get choked up just watching you

Feel like I'm going to cry

I love only you, I will remember forever

I want to protect you

I am teary watching you leave...

- There's a fight! - Where?

- Hurry up! - Over there!

There's a fight!

I miss you today

Whenever you think of me, come looking for me

Forever

My love, I miss you, goodbye

For you, goodbye

I will smile for you

You live in my heart

So goodbye

Who's next?

Brother. Brother, please.

Brother, please. Forgive me this one time.

Can't do.

Then sell the drawing. I'll buy it.

More expensive than your house.

I won't go down without a fight.

You sneaked out in peasant clothes as well!

I'm here with the Emperor's orders to sketch our people's lives.

Open your eyes, kid. You're done!

- Brother! - Don't follow.

- I'm going somewhere important! - You're just going to Uk's.

Hey.

- Thank you, brother! - Stop right there!

Reminds me of the days we grew up together.

It was like a dream.

I don't understand my brother.

13TH PRINCE BAEKA

I wish he would pay more attention to you, sis.

Stop saying 'sis.' Your brother might hear you.

You were my sis long before you were his wife.

I knew you before him. Even he can't object to that.

That's why he lets it go, pretending he didn't hear.

- Be more careful. - I don't want to.

Once my sis, always my sis.

Yes.

Yes, okay.

Isn't that Haesu?

Yes.

Yes, yes! Yes.

Make that blossom right!

You should know your sins!

You should not spy on a married couple.

I hope I don't catch you again.

Understood?

Not understood.

After she hurt her head, she really became a different person.

Like the fight with 10th brother. I really enjoy her presence.

Although she lost her memory, she seems to be nicer.

Even I'm surprised.

Yes. Yes, okay.

Her nursing skills deteriorated too.

She...

...reminds me of you, Baeka.

That's a harsh comparison.

No boundaries...

Saying whatever is on her mind. A free soul.

Likes to have fun. Hates to lose.

I'd believe she's your sister.

Your sis should be her. Not me.

Don't say that.

You know how I think of you...

Don't you?

Cousin!

They have no tongue. What the...

What could you promise for that kind of loyalty?

For a professional group it could make sense.

How? Were they Geomgye? Or with Chilsal?

Doesn't look like Heoksawol either.

My old brain has its limits. Please put your fresh ones to use!

Daegyuhwanjiok, Outcry Hell.

Pour molten steel on tongues of murderers and adulterers.

Save our souls.

Maybe they didn't have tongues.

What?

They weren't cut off. Maybe they didn't have tongues.

I heard that was a punishment for some apostate monks.

Keep going.

A monk who commits a crime is punished and banned.

Maybe someone used those monks as assassins.

The masked assassins were seen at the Beopwang Temple party.

Then...

...who could be behind all of this?

Someone who wills the power...

Someone who could secretly govern the monks for an extended period.

Jimong, look into the temples. See who made large donations.

Yes, Jeongyun.

What are you doing?

It was you.

You tried to kill Jeongyun.

Are you trying to set me up?

Do you have proof?

You brought the apostate monks in and killed them all off.

- No? - You're crazy.

Let go!

Or was it mother?

What?

Was mother the mastermind?

Don't disgrace our mother!

Don't hurt yourself.

And this. This one is old too.

Cousin, what is all that?

Prince wants to donate food and clothing

to the village that suffered a cold wave.

Oh, is that so?

Aren't you going?

Me? Well...

Prince usually goes alone.

You should go with him.

You can help, get some fresh air. Everyone wins.

I'll help you with make-up.

I don't know.

This must be for eyebrows.

And is this powder? Oh, okay.

I had a dream.

I went around selling cosmetics.

I helped friends and customers with make-up, just like this.

I really enjoyed it.

You know, like...

I felt I was someone important.

I helped people feel special. That made me happy.

Being needed felt great.

I guess I tricked myself into thinking I was some happiness giver.

Smell it. A nice rose aroma.

This product is for customers with patchy skin tone.

Hey, here.

Gidong!

But the face I helped make pretty cheated on me.

I was genuinely stabbed in the back.

The two deceived me.

And stole everything I had. Even my house.

Like a fool, I didn't even really confront them.

What a nightmare.

You should erase it from your memory.

Nightmare?

Yeah.

Maybe...

Maybe that life was the dream. A nightmare.

Done!

I'm not used to the stuff here, so it's not my best work, but...

What do you think? Pretty?

Wow...

Look at my skin glow.

How skilled you are.

Thank you, sir.

Kids, come here.

Share it with your friends.

Thank you.

Hey!

Come here, you little...! Come here!

Gotcha!

Should you steal from your friends?

Are you going to do it again?

No?

Okay, let's go now.

- Okay, have that ready. - Yes, sir.

I didn't know you were interested in herbs.

After I got here, oh...

After I hurt my head, just happy to see something I remember.

Silkworm, mung beans. This is aconite, and aroma ginger.

When did you learn all that?

I don't even know that.

I used to make soap.

Soap?

You know when you bathe...

To clean up.

These are all ingredients to make Okyongsan soap.

If you use this to clean up,

you become as pretty as the legendary beauty Seosi.

Oh, I'll make one for your wife.

Medicine for your wife is ready.

And this is the ointment you requested.

- Good work. - Thank you.

- Su. - Yes?

Use this.

Wouldn't want a scar left on a lady's neck.

Thank you.

It might get infected.

Or you can call a doctor.

Madam, Prince is here.

I hold my breathe and look at you

Like the world has stopped

Like the wind passing by, even if you hadn't seen me

My heart is towards you

It hurts to love you

It's sad I can't empty my heart

Mom.

Did you cry a lot because of me?

Don't worry. I'm well here.

To tell the truth.

My heart is swaying a bit.

I know I shouldn't, but...

I can't help it.

I hope one day I can love you

We found the assassins' hideout!

Who's the leader?

Come forth.

Is there really no one who can speak?

Who made this god forsaken place?

Who is it?

Are you the leader?

These monks had their tongues scorched due to their horrible sins.

It was my karma to take care of these men.

Then...

...you're the one I need to get rid of.

Who are you doing this for?

Does your mother know about this, Prince?

I thought this place was for the mute.

Someone is talking too much.

You've lived well thanks to the Empress.

Now die for her.

Jimong! Are you sure this is the right place?

Yes, I'm sure.

I have no idea what happened.

Go put out the fire! See if anyone is alive!

Yes, sir!

Daegyuhwanjiok, Outcry Hell...

Who is it?

It's me, mother.

You can't come in here.

SCARLET HEART

I want you to only rely on me from now on.

Do you have feelings for her?

- She's mine. - What did you say?

I said she's mine.

I came to correct your thoughts.

There is nothing for you here.

Tread lightly.

Don't ever say I'm yours again.

What about "my girl"?

I promise.

From now on, no one will treat you like that.

Your life is as good as mine.

I will save you, even if I die.

I thought I lost you.

I was scared I'd never see you again.

SCARLET HEART