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[Episode 11]

Your Highness!

The time has come.

We cannot defy destiny.

However, remember this.

Mistakes will not be tolerated.

We will, without fail, take the Crown Prince's life.

What brings you here?

My father asked me to bring her to him. [Hong Sahae (Hong Daejoo's son)]

I'm afraid he doesn't trust you.

There she is!

There is empty juncture toward the back. It should be safe there.

What about you?

Me?

I have to give our pursuers the slip.

What are you waiting for?

Go quickly!

Hurry up!

Shouldn't we have turned earlier over there?

There!

What's going on?

We almost caught them.

You're so clumsy!

They were able to run away because you made a ruckus.

The pot calling the kettle black.

They still haven't come back yet? [Im Soowoong (Military drillmaster)]

Not yet...

I saw Lord Hong on my way here...

Did something happen here?

Excuse me?

The thing is...

I don't know anything about it.

[Guhyang]

But Young Miss...

Why are you here instead of at Cheongamsa Temple?

Is it because of His Excellency?

Not at all...

I just wanted to relieve myself of a heavy burden.

Then why did they chase after you?

I don't know why either.

But you ran away without knowing why?

I've always lived like that.

That brooch...

This is something a little girl dropped a long time ago.

In other words, this brooch once saved my life.

That's why I gathered all the shards and put it back together.

This brooch is mine.

Excuse me?

I lost it in the marketplace when I was little.

Hey, you...

I mean... Young Miss.

Then you're the girl who saved my life that time...

This must be destiny...

The Black Assassins have been looking for this for the past 100 years.

[Chun (Heuksa Chorong Master of Sky)]

I have a small favor to ask of you.

I need this scroll to get rid of Crown Prince.

So why not let me

borrow this for a short while before you send it to China?

I'm not looking for that fake, but the real one.

Do whatever you want with the fake.

Thank you.

Then I'll show you the real living breathing northern campaign plan in a few days.

You may do so...

[Heuksa Chorong]

[[Ji (Heuksa Chorong Master of Earth)]

You look so serious today.

Where is the northern campaign plan?

That's not the genuine one. Why do you care so much?

If it were the real one, would you really have wanted to bring it to me?

I don't understand you.

Didn't you tell me you wanted to live like a gypsy?

Didn't you tell me you wanted to leave here

and drift aimlessly like the wind?

Isn't it true?

So what?

However, your actions differ from your words.

You seem to be enjoying this life.

You know you have it in your hands, so you're enjoying it.

Isn't it true?

I don't know very well, but there is one thing I do know.

You're all just beneath my feet.

Everything in the world won't turn out as you wish.

That's right. That could be true too.

Dongsoo, Yeo Woon!

I knew you would make it!

You went through a lot of trouble.

You young boys are smarter than I thought.

Old man!

What?

You don't have anything to tell us?

What do you mean?

I know everything now.

What?

This beacon station internship only lasts 10 days!

Oh, that...

That's right.

It's only for 10 days.

So what?

10 days?

What do you mean?

Hey, Chorip, we're going back to the palace tomorrow.

What?

Go back to the palace?

We heard everything about you.

Why did you become a common soldier after being a general?

General?

What are you talking about?

This old man, he lied to us.

What?

Lied to us?

Before he was demoted to the beacon station,

he was a commander-in-chief in Hamgyeongdo province.

[Byeongma Jeoldosa: 2nd rank military chief overseeing military in provinces]

C-C-Commander-in-chief!

No way!

Do you mean he was one of

the highest ranked military leaders in this country?

Yeah.

So you mean he was even higher ranked than

the chief of naval operations and the minister of education?

I said yes.

Why do you keep asking me the same question?

Hey, you little brat!

Now that you know who I am,

shouldn't you kneel down and beg my pardon?

"Forgive me for not recognizing you", like this!

Look at how you act!

General, forgive me for not recognizing you earlier!

How can I beg your pardon?

Hey, forget it.

Why should I beg his pardon?

Listen to me, sir!

You're no longer commander-in-chief.

You're now a lowly beacon guard.

That's right!

That's right.

Even His Excellency the Crown Prince is careful with me.

How dare an old fart like him?

After that trip to the capital, I'm exhausted.

Hey Chorip, you and the old man take care of the cleanup.

Even so... Dongsoo!

Leave him alone.

That crazy kid will do something really great one day.

[Heuksamo]

What did you say?

Dongsoo was bitten by a snake?

That stupid little...

How many times have I told him

that venom is worse than a sword?

Hasn't Dongsoo [Jang Miso]

tasted all the poisons in the world? [Jangmi]

He completely recovered after he ate a bowl of steamed rice and soup.

Why don't you stop talking and have a drink?

Okay.

Thank you!

Jangmi, I wasn't able to think that far.

Isn't that why people say every man needs a woman?

Why don't you marry at this opportunity?

What did you say?

Nothing...

I'm going to bed.

Finish your dinner before you leave.

It came out my nose!

[Swordmaster Kim Kwangtaek (Most skilled swordsman in Joseon)]

The Gaok that you knew before

is dead.

Aunt Jangmi asked me to bring this to you...

Have a seat!

But...

How old are you this year?

I'm 20 years old. [Bangnyeon: A female about 20 years of age]

Is that Daepo's?

Yes, sir.

Daepo was like my blood brother, so you're like my daughter.

Would our friends know what kind of hardships we've been through?

Our friends?

I'm not even sure they'll be able to finish their training.

I miss them all.

So do I.

Okay, you may leave now.

I feel so sad thinking this is farewell.

Old man, spend the rest of your idle days here well.

All by yourself! All lonely!

Please try to keep up your spirit!

Okay, goodbye!

I bet you'll have a rough time.

Because you're a punk!

I'm sure he'll end up becoming someone special.

Are you General Seo Yoodae?

Yes, I am!

Arrest this traitor!

Where are you going again? [Hwang Jinki]

Didn't I tell you stay put in the hideout?

I heard Dongsoo is going back to the palace.

If it's true, I don't know when I'll be able to see him again.

I should at least say bye to him.

Let me go to the palace gate. I'll be right back!

Okay?

You can say bye to him later.

That hurt!

You rascal, I know you're immature,

but is the palace a place for a bandit like you to go?

Are you out of your mind?

Father!

Father what?

Go back to your room.

Did you learn something from your internship at the beacon station?

Yes, sir.

Whatever... All we did was the laundry.

And you got bit by a snake.

Since you're from the youth training camp,

you should be more determined and more loyal than any of the other trainees.

There is a reason why His Excellency the Crown Prince

called you to the palace.

So keep training yourself hard and don't ease up.

Is His Excellency in danger?

You should know the palace is not a safe place for His Excellency.

Since I'm here to protect him, you don't have to worry anymore.

Yes, forgive me.

Watch your mouth and don't ease up in your training.

Yes, sir.

You have been working late, my Lord.

Let me give you a word of advice.

The Crown Prince is like a frayed rope.

Why don't you just give up on him?

Are you threatening me now?

There's no need to be so angry.

Considering the way things are going in the palace, the end seems near.

I plan to do away with all the obstacles.

Look, the heavens are thundering loudly because they already know.

I'm afraid something big will happen tonight.

What can I do for you?

How is your arm?

You tell me. [In (Heuksa Chorong Master of Men)]

Does it look like I'm doing fine?

Ah, I'm fine!

Just fine, I like this!

It fits me like a glove!

I'm stronger now!

My finger got stronger, and now my arm's become stronger too!

I want you to do something for me.

I will always remember what I owe you.

Tell me. I'll do anything!

How much are you going to pay me?

Who is it?

Don't ask me questions. Just answer me.

Did Hong Daejoo send you?

Isn't it too late to read?

Who is it?

Have you already forgotten my voice? [Crown Prince Sado]

I don't want to make a fuss. So please put down that sword.

I've been feeling uneasy, so I came to have a chat with you.

What does an assassin like you want to talk about with me?

That's not totally wrong.

Then I'll be brief.

Why don't you just forget that absurd dream of invading China?

Think about it carefully.

Do you think a small country like ours invading China makes sense?

Joseon once ruled over the continent.

Are you underestimating this country and your ruler?

If I did, I would have killed you a long time ago.

Listen, it's like building a castle in the air.

I'll build it.

And I will show it to the world.

If you join me...

I don't want to...

You're giving up your duty as a decent man.

I have already given up such a thing.

Prince, if you look down on me

because I don't share your dream, in my eyes you are also an animal.

Do you know what I mean?

Are you sure you won't give up on your absurd dream?

Even if you were to end my life here and now,

I won't give up on my dream of invading China.

You're so stubborn.

I cherish this very much.

If I see you again, I'll introduce it to you.

Forgive me for interrupting your reading.

Prince, your absurd dream, just let it fade away.

Stop for a moment!

General Seo, why are you so stubborn?

Isn't it true the Crown Prince personally led the soldiers?

Our soldiers on the borders don't belong to His Excellency.

They belong to His Highness,

and me who was given the command of our soldiers by his order.

You're so clueless.

Do you expect His Excellency to recognize the loyalty of an old retired general?

It would be better to lie if you want to save your life.

Even tied on the rack, I will obey the royal command.

Even if I were to die now,

I'll never beg for my life before a disloyal subject like you.

Disloyal subject?

Today may be your last day as a loyal subject, General.

Do you know why?

Because your prince will soon be in the position you're in right now.

You villain!

Did you say General Seo and my son [King Yeongjo]

were plotting to overthrow the government?

Yes, my lord.

Are you sure what you said is not just a rumor?

Your Highness, if I lied to you, I would kill myself here and now.

Minister of Defense, what kind of treason are you talking about?

General Seo, who is under investigation,

was once the commander-in-chief in Hamgyeongdo province.

He's under suspicion of having mobilized the army in your jurisdiction.

Isn't the commander-in-chief the man in charge of the defense of the border?

That's right.

Do you have any evidence?

Of course.

Your Highness, I have evidence you should confirm in private.

What is this?

What is it that's so urgent?

Your Excellency, something is strange about the atmosphere in the palace.

What do you mean?

Lord Hong Daejoo and his followers

had a secret meeting in the courtesan house last night.

And General Seo Yoodae

is being interrogated now.

What did you say?

General Seo is being interrogated now?

On what grounds?

I'm afraid they're trying to bring up your trip to the border area.

[Kwan Seohaeng: Crown Prince Sado's tour of Pyeongando, Hamgyeongdo]

Isn't it an old story now?

I need to see General Seo now.

Your Excellency, if you see him now, it won't help him.

What do you mean?

I can't let him die like this.

Please think about it carefully.

Lord Hong is not trying

to bring up something which is already finished.

I'm sure he's just moving to the next step.

Your Excellency.

Your Excellency, His Highness is asking for you.

Explain... What is this map?

Are you deaf?

Lord Hong, tell me what this map means.

Your Highness, forgive me for saying this...

But this is a map for the northern campaign.

Northern campaign?

Did you say northern campaign?

That's right.

Your Highness, show it to me!

This is treason!

It can be nothing else!

Your Highness, isn't this treason against China?

I'll report this to His Majesty the emperor.

If you want to cover up the incident, you should behead him!

Otherwise, you will have no other option.

Treason?

That doesn't make sense!

What do you mean? With this evidence, can you deny it?

Listen to me carefully, Chinese ambassador!

Since when was Joseon a Chinese colony?

Looking back on our 5,000-year history, half of China belonged to Korea.

Can you call it treason to try to regain our old territory?

Your Excellency, are you out of your mind?

Did you forget the treaty of

Samjeondo Island during the Manchu war of 1636?

The Manchu war of 1636 and the humiliation of Samjeondo Island!

I also know it well.

However, it was in front of the Chinese emperor

that the king of Joseon knelt down, and not the Joseon people.

Don't you understand that?

Crown Prince!

Be quiet!

Do you really want to die?

I'm not afraid of death.

However, I want you to know

I have always been loyal to you and sincere toward my people.

I told you to be quiet!

Your Highness!

It couldn't be more embarrassing than at a moment like this...

But His Excellency is wearing the robe with the seven-clawed dragon...

[Chiljoryongyongpo (Seven-claw golden dragon) Chinese emperor's garment]

Your Excellency, don't you know

only the Chinese emperor is allowed to wear the robe with the seven-clawed dragon?

I have brought a new gown for you. [Queen Jeongsun]

That he is wearing the seven-clawed instead of the four-clawed dragon,

[Ojoryongyongpo (Five-clawed dragon) Joseon king's garment]

[Sajoryongyongpo (Four-clawed dragon) Crown Prince's garment]

that alone is high treason.

You... You wretch!

How dare you!

His Excellency has ordered you to take the young miss out of the palace.

In this urgent situation, we're not allowed to leave our post.

You should escort her out of the palace.

Sir, did something happen to His Excellency Crown Prince?

I don't know yet.

All you have to do is escort her.

Do you understand?

Yes, sir.

Did you really plot treason?

Is it because of the conspiracy that you left on a trip to the border area?

Your Highness, that's not true.

Please believe me.

All the cabinet members have decided not to forgive the Crown Prince anymore.

Please accept our loyalty.

I didn't do anything shameful against you.

Your Highness!

His Excellency keeps talking nonsense.

Your Highness, you should punish him for high treason.

Your Highness!

Be quiet!

You will be dethroned from today.

[Pyeseoin: Queen or Crown Prince stripped of title and power demoted to commoner]

Your Highness!

Take off your shoes. [Jui: Shoes]

How can you put the blame on me?

Take off your crown [Ikseonkwan: Winged cap worn on head]

and put your head down to the ground.

Your Highness!

Are you disobeying a royal order?

Excellent work!

It was all thanks to you!

Not at all. I should thank you.

[Kim Hangu (Queen Jeongsun's father)]

After accomplishing such a big task,

I think I'll have a drink in the courtesan house.

Please do so!

The water is too shallow.

Look, soldiers are everywhere.

How can we get out of the palace in this situation?

I have an idea.

It doesn't matter how high you are ranked,

there's one way you can get out of this palace.

[Sigumun: Gate from which corpses are taken out of the palace]

Your Excellency!

Even though the Crown Prince makes

mistakes from time to time, this is because he's mentally sick.

How can you put blame on a sick person like him?

Please withdraw your royal order and calm your temper.

I don't want to hear it.

If you're going to keep saying such things, leave.

Your Highness, he's your successor.

It's over.

No matter what I decide, he's no longer my successor.

You criticized me because I held hands with the Noron faction.

You said you'd be different.

However, what did your choice bring you?

Was being dethroned and imprisoned also your choice?

Father!

Father, what happened to you?

Father! [Yi San: (Future King Jeongjo)]

Halt!

Take off your mask.

I've never seen you before.

Are you new here?

Yes, we're new here...

Let them go!

Wipe thoroughly to avoid infection.

Yes.

I'll wipe until my face shines.

What are you doing here?

We finally came down the mountain. [Sanggak Taeyong Yonggeol]

Long time no see, Baek Dongsoo!

I thought you would never finish your training.

You made it much earlier than I expected.

What?

But who is this pretty lady?

How dare you!

Please just ignore them.

Woon, you're getting better and better looking.

Your smile hasn't changed.

You're all here!

Samo!

I'm sorry for being late.

By the way Dongsoo, I heard you were bitten by a snake.

Are you okay?

Samo, are you worried about me?

A tiger snake can't kill the heavens' Baek Dongsoo.

Of course, I'm worried about you.

Who is it?

Young Miss, are you okay?

Dongsoo!

Captain!

Samo, Samo!

Samo, Samo...

Just who are you saying you love? [Samo: To love]

You're all playing around.

I aimed at you, however, that pig got the dagger in your place.

Even though I missed my target, it's a good thing I got him instead.

Isn't she the girl?

Isn't she the nun Lord Hong has been looking for so desperately?

Somehow, I need her too.

You lowlife...

It's part of me now.

You should practice more.

Martial arts practice.

No one seems to be good.

Maybe I shouldn't have brought this sword.

You, you look like a sad puppet.

You fight me.

Dongsoo!

I'll take you.

Back off!

He's mine.

Do you think you're the best of them?

You must be referring to me when you say, "Tiger."

Swordmaster!

What brings you here?

It was my mistake.

I should have killed you already.

You scare me, swordmaster.

Today's the day of your funeral.

What part of my body are you going to mutilate today?

Swordmaster, I used all of my energy today. I'll cut off your remaining arm next time.

Samo!

Kwangtaek, I won't die this easily.

Samo!

Samo!

Captain!

Pull yourself together, Samo!

Samo!

Samo!

Your Excellency!

What happened to Jiseon?

She safely escaped from the palace.

That's a relief.

His Highness is asking for me.

Please be strong.

Who is it?

Bring Hwang Jinki!

What?

You vagrant... Where do you think you are?

Aren't you the man with skill of the identification tag?

Be quiet and call for him!

Samo!

Will he be able to live?

The wound is deep.

If he can make it to the morning, he will live.

Don't worry.

His destiny won't let him die easily.

You should share your room with her for a while.

Okay...

And don't provoke her.

I said I won't!

I'm much obliged to you.

It won't be very comfortable. However, please stay with me.

Anyhow, there's no other room for a girl around here.

Do you know something?

When we were kids, Dongsoo and I promised to get married.

Excuse me?

Did something happen at the palace?

I don't know much.

Our captain just ordered us to escort

Jiseon out of the palace without explaining why.

Let me promise you something.

I won't let you die without any help.

Samo, didn't you say you would protect me?

Samo!

What can a man with a limp body do in the world?

Grab it.

Do you see?

With your sword, you can't do anything.

Then why don't you just teach me?

If you teach me, I'll avenge Samo on the man who tried to kill him.

Even if you become the best swordsman in Joseon,

with a sword full of anger, you won't be able to cut even a rotten squash.

I already told you to hold the sword with your heart.

And only an earnest heart can move your sword.

Master Kwangtaek, please spar with me.

I was no match for you.

Tell me why...

Your sword is thirsty for blood.

Forgive me.

He'll come back to his senses anytime soon. Don't worry.

Our destiny seems to be deep.

How did you become a Buddhist nun?

I was born to be a Buddhist nun.

You mean...

You have always lived alone.

It has been hard and lonely.

If His Excellency hadn't taken care of me...

I'll take care of you from now on...

No, what I meant is...

Since His Excellency is stuck in the palace...

I'll be your friend and your parent... And also...

Please don't do so.

I don't want anyone to be in danger because of me.

I am...

You, stop talking nonsense!

There is no such thing as destiny.

If we had to live following our destiny,

I would have lived as a disabled person and would be lying in an unmarked grave by now.

Do you really think a man can escape his destiny?

Look at me.

I'll show you that a man can. I, Baek Dongsoo, will show you.

Samo, please open your eyes.

You should know there are only

two things I'm scared of in this world.

One is... You dying.

The other is... Having no one with me.

You know that more than anyone.

So if you die and leave me alone...

Samo!

Are you okay?

Dongsoo!

Samo! Are you okay?

I guess he came back to his senses.

It's a relief.

But why do I feel like I'm left alone? Isn't that right?

So how do you feel after sparring with him?

He seems to be at least two times better than me.

Two times better?

No, he's at least ten times better than you.

Do you know why I won't challenge him?

I don't know.

There is only one reason why.

Because Kwangtaek doesn't try his best with me.

He doesn't try his best with me...

Do you know why?

Because he knows he's stronger than you.

Do you really think so?

Forgive me.

No, it may be true.

However, I have a different idea than yours.

It's because he doesn't have murderous intentions.

Without them, he will never be able to beat me.

Without them, even if I beat him, it won't be any fun.

So let me give you a mission.

I'll accomplish that mission.

Go to the butcher's shop. [Darimbang: Butcher's shop]

I want to see Kwangtaek full of rage.

[Myeol: Annihilate]

Woon?

It's you, Woon, right?

How did a future leader of the Black Assassins become the Crown Prince's dog?

Our plan is shot to pieces.

There must be a traitor.

Rescue the Crown Prince from the mud and build the country up straight.

Your skill has improved.

Didn't Kwangtaek tell you to avoid me?

If I give up my head, he said I could cut off one of your arms.