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The Nobel Peace Prize is

primarily awarded for achievements that have contributed

for dispute resolutions between countries

and improvements of human rights for the people around the world.

Since its establishment in 1901,

it has been awarded to the people who dedicated themselves

for world peace, a world with no discrimination,

and the brotherhood of mankind for over 120 years.

The Nobel Peace Prize is the greatest praise and respect of mankind,

awarded to a great person

who shall have cared for the neglected ones with a warm hand.

Time to announce the winner.

The winner of the 2022 Nobel Peace Prize is

the president of the Republic of Korea, Mr. Jang Il-jun.

We, the Nobel Committee,

are very proud to award the Nobel Prize to the greatest man.

We hope the future that he has been dreaming of

will be a pride of mankind and history.

Dong-ho!

At last! My dream finally came true!

If it weren't for you, I wouldn't be here.

So now… is there anything you want from me?

-There is something. -Mm.

Of course. Anything you'd like. What's mine is yours.

Prime Minister, what can I do for you?

I would like you to step down from your position.

A few days ago,

President Jang fell into critical condition.

As of tonight,

Acting President Park is also in critical condition.

Call for a meeting with every key military commander immediately.

Our country is in a state of emergency.

Four specialists from Hangang Hospital

are on their way to assist with the surgery.

We've got orders.

They were ordered by the Blue House's chief of staff.

Don't let them in.

KANG BYEONG-OH

Yeah. It's being dealt with.

Listen to me closely.

No one remotely capable of reviving Park Dong-ho

is to enter that emergency room, understand?

The Hangang specialists couldn't enter the hospital.

Apparently, it's against protocol to admit outside personnel.

How's he doing?

He's still unconscious.

We have to continue.

It's what he would have wanted.

General, excuse me.

Am I able to request an emergency order?

Secretary Seo, go to the hospital director.

The chief of staff, Mr. Kang.

Armed Forces Hospital, this is Kang Byeong-oh.

Yes, I understand.

Congrats on your promotion.

You should head over to medical command and begin your new position.

Mr. Director, the Armed Forces Hospital is under your leadership as of this moment.

We'll take over from here. Check the president's vitals.

His heart is stopping! Ventricular fibrillation.

-Stand back. -100 joules, ready!

Clear!

If I step down,

Jo Sang-cheon will win the next election.

Dong-ho, do you really want those conservative bastards

taking over the Blue House again?

Well, that's not my concern.

You should've opened an investigation on your son

as soon as you heard of the PE fund.

You should never have gone into business with Vice-Chairman Kang.

I'll stop looking into the PE fund if you take full responsibility.

I'll step down after the election.

You can be the president

after I win this next race.

No can do, President Jang.

I have no intention of cleaning up your mess.

So you want to start a war?

I have no choice.

I can't stand by and watch you destroy

the future of this country.

THE WHIRLWIND

EPISODE 3

He started breathing without assistance yesterday.

5 DAYS LATER

The blood flow in his heart is returning to normal.

-We'll try to ensure a speedy recovery-- -No need to rush.

He has a chronic heart condition. I'm sure you know.

So a stable recovery is our top priority.

So no rush.

They're concerned about your liver.

The doctor said you should rest for a few more days.

Jeong Su-jin has returned to Yeouido in her third term.

She's rounding up new legislators.

Listen to me. You shouldn't leave yet.

Sang-un is invoking his right to remain silent.

The poison is still in your system.

We have to be careful. You could still die from it.

I'm not gonna let them have their way.

I'm gathering officials to set up a special investigation unit.

It'll take too much time to get that coordinated.

Just work with who you have, Jang-seok.

But I don't have anyone who has experience with special investi--

President Jang has regained consciousness,

which means he's coming back.

Time is no longer on our side.

As soon as President Jang recovers, drag him to the Blue House,

even if he's in a wheelchair.

Park Dong-ho has to resign, that bast--

That case… has been transferred to prosecution.

Because of the two alleged attempted assassinations,

your case is now a part of the overall investigation.

Most of those prosecutors are there because I pulled a few strings.

The prosecutor in charge

is Lee Jang-seok, the DA from the Seoul Central District Office.

If they wanna get to me,

they'll have to get Jang Hyeon-su first.

-The President's son should be-- -Jang-seok will leave no stone unturned.

And I'm backed into a corner for now.

Perhaps it's time I do things my way…

and you just watch from there.

Ikseong Accounting Firm.

The partner accountant

is Bae Dong-su.

I'll reach out to him.

He'll know to get all the files ready for you.

Do what you want with them. Keep it or destroy it.

But as for my relationship with Han Min-ho--

He gets attached too easily,

and money is his weakness.

Don't approach my husband again.

Fifty voters in their first and second terms will propose the act.

Most of our party members will vote in favor.

We'll get a special prosecutor

if assemblyman Jo Sang-cheon gets on board with us.

And once that happens,

the prosecutors' office will lose its edge.

After that, President Jang will make his return.

Just give me a few days

and keep your mouth closed, especially when you're eating.

You won't believe this.

Jang Hyeon-su has been summoned by the prosecutor.

President Jang's eldest son, Jang Hyeon-su,

made his appearance at the prosecutors' office this morning.

President Jang's supporters have gathered

at the Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office since this morning,

demanding that the investigation on his son be brought to a halt.

They believe the prosecution began with unjust motives.

Jang Hyeon-su has been suspected of investing in a private equity fund,

which resulted in profits of over 1,000%,

supposedly through the sale of Namsan Bank,

investment in solar energy, and other state projects.

PRESIDENT JANG'S ELDEST SON JANG HYEON-SU

The prosecution is also planning on summoning

high-ranking government officials

who were involved in the private equity fund.

The prosecution is confident in their ability

to prove the charges against Jang Hyeon-su

based on the status of the investigation thus far.

The president's fourth-year approval rating is only 50%.

The public still feels for him, especially after the near assassination.

That means that launching an investigation against--

We have to. It's the only way to find out

why Kang Sang-un tried to kill President Jang Il-jun.

I'll tell you why Kang Sang-un was arrested.

Before the attempt on the president's life,

Kang Sang-Un asked the president for a special pardon.

But the President refused, and that's why Kang Sang-Un wanted him dead.

Why are you changing the narrative here?

Now listen up.

When you are lost and don't know where to go, you just follow this old donkey.

You should listen to me from now on.

The prosecution will continue its investigation.

We'll let the court make their own verdict.

A foolish move.

Well, I'm getting sick of all you old donkeys.

THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY BUILDING

What's the New Conservative Party's stance on the Special Prosecution Bill?

Well, I have to hear what everyone thinks first.

Are you saying the conservative party is undecided?

No, we're just being thorough.

Out of respect for your party, I'll let you choose candidates yourself.

I know you have personal experience

of being wrongfully investigated by the special prosecution's office.

I know the New Conservative Party wants to reform the prosecution, as do we.

The prosecution can't control everything.

It's not in the best interest of our country, wouldn't you agree?

Chairman Jo, please.

Your hearing aid has been repaired, sir.

Oh boy.

It was so peaceful not having to wear this.

Why did they have to repair this now?

Ah, ah.

Okay. So what did you want?

You have an agenda to push here?

Today, the liberal party will introduce a special bill.

Ah, ah, ah! I think this is broken, maybe.

Oh, nope! Battery's dead. How unlucky.

Can you please charge the battery for me?

Thank you.

What a pity this is.

It appears

I can't hear you out for now.

You won't pass the Special Prosecution Bill

if you can't get the opposing party's support.

And I'm sure Chairman Jo will enjoy watching me squabble with Jeong Su-jin.

I wonder how this will play?

Take my advice.

The political field is just like farming, you understand?

You use barren lands to plant potatoes,

and you plant grains in fertile lands.

The Korean Liberal Party is a field tilled by the president.

If you wanna use his land for farming, then you should reap popular crops--

You say that because you've benefited from farming on someone else's land.

Park Dong-ho!

It's my turn to throw in a chip for you, but don't ask me to go all in.

I need you to meet with Bae Dong-su, a partner at the Ikseong Accounting Firm.

He'll have a file that was given to him by Vice Chairman Kang.

-If it gets into the wrong hands-- -Ma'am, wait.

Bae Dong-su of Ikseong Accounting was arrested without a warrant

by the prosecutors' office this morning.

Bae Dong-su is known as the vault keeper

of Daejin Group's vice chairman, Kang Sang-un.

Sources say he played a crucial role in Kang's political lobbying

and in the formation of his illegal slush fund.

That is Bae Dong-su.

He was the vault keeper who managed Vice Chairman Kang's slush fund.

So he probably knows where all the money went

concerning Vice Chairman Kang's accounts.

And Jang Hyeon-su?

In accordance to Article 148 of the Criminal Procedure Code,

I refuse to make a statement.

He's exercising his right to remain silent.

But not for long.

At some point, he will waver.

Will we be able to hold out…

before the president returns?

We have to find a way to make him talk.

I'm sure Park Chang-sik knows his ranks will crumble

if they investigate the president's family.

Maybe he can convince Park Dong-ho to just--

Park Dong-ho cannot be convinced

by anyone but himself.

There is one person who can stop him though.

Only one.

ARMED FORCES CAPITAL HOSPITAL

I've heard that stimulating the patient

can help speed up the process of recovery.

Shock therapy, I believe.

He has an underlying heart condition.

We received orders to focus on a stable recovery.

The order came from Chief of Staff Choi Yeon-sook.

We also received orders from the acting president.

He wants us to prioritize the quality over the speed

as to prevent any more complic--

The course of treatment is usually decided by the attending physician.

Is that not true?

It's a military hospital.

Acting President Park is who I take orders from.

Jeong Su-jin promised to cover up your son's dealings

if you collaborated with Vice Chairman Kang.

She made that promise to you over a year ago now.

Did she keep it?

She probably also told you that your son would be safe

if you pressured Seo Gi-tae to remain silent.

She made that promise to you about half a year ago now.

Did she keep that too?

I'm guessing she has made yet another promise

that your son will be released without any charges if he remains

silent before the prosecutors.

So I'm wondering…

how's that going for you?

Jeong Su-jin is on a sinking ship.

So… what I'm offering here

is an opportunity for you to jump ship while the offer stands.

Su-jin, the prosecutors are here.

We locked the front doors,

but they brought the cops and the fire department!

I'm Prosecutor Lee Han-seung of Seoul Central District.

We will now conduct a search and seizure on Namsan C&C.

Get rid of all the books and anything that links us to Kang Sang-un's investment.

-Hurry, do it. -It's too late.

I should've changed the servers.

Open the door, Mr. Han.

It's funny, Deputy Prime Minister.

Anytime I meet with you like this,

I end up investing in your husband.

Su-jin, what do I do now?

But he's the one who tried to assassinate the president.

That's a conspiracy against the state!

It's critical we expose the truth.

We'll do that only if you

expose the truth about yourself as well.

I need your son to testify how much money

he received in total from Vice Chairman Kang

and how much he made in profits after investing in Han Min-ho's equity,

as well as Jeong Su-jin's role

in covering up all of this.

Acting President Park is meeting with the First Lady as we speak.

He wants Jang Hyeon-su to confess his crimes.

Even if the president wakes up right now,

he can't save any of us anymore.

If he can't save any of us anymore…

…then what if he never wakes up?

Park Dong-ho started this war…

so I'm going to finish what he began.

What are you going to do?

You shouldn't be here.

You better leave while you still can.

When the public hears about this,

they'll tear this whole country apart.

You've always cared more about your family.

Don't worry.

Your son will

receive a favorable judgment.

I know you're still a woman of principles in the end.

How about you stick to that?

I'm not going to

apologize.

I won't do it because…

I know that you would do the same if you were in my shoes.

But I…

…I swear to you now…

I'll defend your honor,

and I'll protect your…

…family.

I will defend the flag that we…

30 YEARS AGO

…hoisted up together…

…until the very end.

JEONG SU-JIN / DIRECTOR OF THE NCSR

JANG IL-JUN / CIVIL RIGHTS LAWYER

Five,

four, three,

two, one.

ELECTED PRESIDENT

Jang Il-jun! Jang Il-jun!

Jang Il-jun! Jang Il-jun!

NOVEMBER 27, 2022, AT 15:20

DEMISE OF PRESIDENT JANG IL-JUN OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA

Time of death, 3:20 p.m.

Cause of death, acute respiratory failure.

I'll call for an emergency Cabinet meeting to discuss the funeral.

Jeong Su-jin witnessed his death, apparently.

Where was the physician?

I was told he wasn't there.

He was attending the inauguration of the new hospital director.

I should've known

Jeong Su-jin was capable of taking it this far.

I prevented my arrest by poisoning the president.

I created that diversion.

But now,

he's died before her arrest.

Is this truly a coincidence?

Since you left the room and didn't alert the military police,

that makes you an accessory to the crime committed. I'm sure you know.

So remember, if I fall, you'll probably go down too.

Now listen to me.

Don't be afraid, Man-gil.

This is my burden.

And my burden alone.

Lots to do.

Let's get to work.

He survived the tyranny of the Third Republic,

and he survived the oppression of the Fifth Republic.

Yet, this scrutiny on his family was just a little too much for him to bear.

As soon as I mentioned the subpoena his only son was about to face,

suddenly, he had trouble breathing.

Are you saying that this unreasonable investigation

caused him to die?

I direct this question toward Acting President Park.

Are you happy now that you've insulted a modern-day hero

and trampled on his family's legacy, driving him to his unfortunate death?

This is a warning for Lee Jang-seok from Seoul's Central District.

The prosecution must end this unjust investigation immediately.

This was judicial murder. President Jang wouldn't have died

if it weren't for the self-serving forces, including the prosecution!

This is all just a complete witch hunt gone awry!

Did the president leave any last words for the people?

He wished for reform.

The power of the people towards a new prosecution.

PRESIDENT'S LAST WISH, PEOPLE TO ACCOMPLISH REFORM

He also apologized for…

…leaving such a

difficult task for the people.

Acting President Park held a Cabinet meeting

to discuss the national funeral plans for the late President Jang Il-jun.

After a five-day funeral, the late president will be buried

at the Presidential Cemetery located inside Seoul National Cemetery.

President Jang was a human rights lawyer

who stood with the workers and ordinary citizens.

He was the second person in our country to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

It's been two days since the passing of President Jang Il-jun.

It is estimated over a million mourners have visited memorial altars

at over a hundred locations across the country.

Even today, countless civilians are still lining up

to mourn the late President Jang Il-jun.

He's really gone. I can't believe it.

So you want to start a war?

I have no choice.

I can't stand by and watch you… destroy the future of this country.

I've been informed you've been at this memorial altar for two days straight.

I'm guessing you want everyone to see

you're the rightful successor to President Jang.

A funeral is the best kind of political event there is.

Emperor Gojong's funeral led to the March 1st Movement.

Emperor Sunjong's funeral led to the June 10th Movement.

President Jang was great.

Park Dong-ho started this war.

So I'm going to finish what he began.

He's leaving behind a great legacy.

Koreans are known to be sentimental in politics.

So you're planning to manipulate their emotions to gain their favor.

"Et tu, Brute?"

It wasn't Antonius who seized power after the assassination of Caesar.

It was Augustus.

The people chose him.

With that logic, it was also the people's choice

to put Hitler in power.

But I won't let that happen in Korea.

Acting President Park will serve as the executive director of the funeral.

He will also oversee all funeral expenses.

Are you going to cease the investigation into the president's family?

The investigation is a separate matter.

What is she talking about?

Therefore, the investigation will resume once the funeral is over.

This is unbelievable.

This reflects Acting President Park's conviction

that all must be held equal before the law.

-What is this? -Why is she doing this?

She doesn't care about him at all.

This is political retaliation!

It may not be safe, Acting President. We just called for backup.

But for now, it's safer if you stay in here.

I'll escort him out.

If our leader cowers behind the police out of fear of his people,

that makes us all look bad.

You don't want the BBC, CNN, or NHK networks

to witness such a shameful moment, do you?

I was here to help this time around,

but from tomorrow on, you'll need to find your own escape route.

There's no escape route for you.

I won't stop the investigation.

We'll see about that.

President Jang once told me

your greatest strength was to dream the impossible.

But that's the thing about people.

Their strengths can often become

their downfall.

Apparently, Jeong Su-jin witnessed his last moments.

I was wondering, why not investigate the circumstances of his death?

Go ahead.

We can perform an autopsy to determine what really killed him,

and it will also reveal the reason he collapsed all of a sudden.

If that's what you want,

then I will… convince his family for you.

Well, how about we leak information to the press

about Jeong Su-jin and her husband's business dealings--

Do you have any good news for me?

The eulogy at the funeral…

Jang Il-jun's family refused to have you be the speaker.

Usually, the would-be successor of the deceased president is chosen.

It's political. That's why the eulogy reading is crucial.

Who's doing it?

Who is the one reciting the eulogy now?

I wasn't able to protect you.

For that, I'm sorry.

It was a joy to serve this country

under your leadership.

And it was a complete honor to be a part of your history

and legacy.

On the day of your election,

as we celebrated your victory,

you gave me this handkerchief so I could wipe away my tears.

With the same handkerchief you used to wipe my tears,

I will wipe away the tears of the First Lady

and protect your son from harm.

I'll fight the vile, self-serving interests

of anyone who wishes to sully your honor or mock your family members.

Mark my words.

President Jang Il-jun,

your absence is

a heavy burden for us to bear.

Thank you for everything.

May you rest in peace.

♪ Though there would be no love, honor ♪

♪ Or fame for us ♪

♪ We pledged to march on ♪

♪ Until the end of our days ♪

♪ And though the years go by ♪

♪ The rivers and mountains will remember ♪

♪ The fervent cries we evoke ♪

♪ As we become woke ♪

3 DAYS LATER

The prosecutors are gone. I don't even know how many are left.

A couple. Barely enough to do anything.

Oh, Prosecutor Lee.

PRESIDENT'S SON'S CASE CLOSED

If you wanted to talk, you could've… just called.

You were appointed just yesterday. You're already halting the investigation?

No stones left unturned.

I'm gonna see this investigation to the end.

Now get out of my way.

Unfortunately, the prosecutor general had to

apologize to the First Lady for the entire mix-up.

This could've been prevented.

Instead of chasing your own shadow,

why don't you go after the real thieves and crooks,

who are glad that the focus hasn't been on them lately?

All because of your own stubbornness.

You should remember your position.

In this office, I am your direct superior. Act like it.

Yes, absolutely.

You're the chief prosecutor who disobeyed your own superior.

I sure am learning a bunch from you.

Jeong Pil-gyu, you will show me some respect!

I received orders to cease the investigation

on the private equity fund.

That was the prosecutor general's orders.

It's time you learn your place.

The referee blows the whistle, yet he insists on staying on the field.

This might be an issue for us

because guys like him will never quit.

JEONG PIL-GYU

Don't worry. Anyone who causes problems will be dealt with.

I'll make sure of it.

Thanks so much, Pil-gyu. Uh, maybe we could grab lunch.

I'm sorry.

PERFORMANCE AND FINANCIAL REPORT

This is my fault.

Hand your shares over to Cheol-un,

and take a break as CEO of Namsan C&C.

Why don't you go on a little fishing trip?

Su-jin, listen. I know I can do--

I'm sorry.

This is my fault. I should never have trusted you.

Hey, Namsan C&C--

Ma'am, the public opinion polls are in.

South Korea's presidential election is only two months away.

According to poll results,

Jeong Su-jin is the clear front-runner with a large margin.

Assemblywoman Jeong's approval ratings

surpass the combined ratings of all the other candidates

running for the Korean Liberal Party.

Sixty members of the Korean Liberal Party

came to see the First Lady off as she moved out of the Blue House.

I'm sure they're taking advantage of their connection to the former president

before the next election.

More than half the ministers said they want to resign.

They even stopped showing up for work.

They're worried that working under Park Dong-ho's cabinet

could be a political blow.

So it's over.

How do I run a country without support?

Perhaps

it's time I step down.

I should resign from…

my position completely.

Acting President…

This is a battle I can't win.

Acting President Park called for an emergency press conference.

He's got something to announce, apparently.

I, Acting President Park,

have decided to resign today

and leave the Blue House.

I failed to fulfill my duties during a time of national turmoil,

and for that, I apologize.

They are carrying moving boxes out from his official residence.

So that means

the Blue House is empty now.

It's waiting for its new occupant.

I will,

instead, take a step towards a bigger dream of mine.

I, Park Dong-ho,

have decided to run in the upcoming election for president.

It's time to bring this battlefield…

to an entirely new arena.

I must win the presidency.

There are those

who believe it impossible for light to defeat darkness,

especially in politics.

And in our country, there exists a darkness,

but I will bring it to the light.

I will bring justice.

Jeong Su-jin's ratings are over 60% in the polls.

Your ratings are 6%.

Do you think you can win?

I can't win the presidency alone.

Since the moment you asked me to help turn the world around,

there hasn't been a day you've been alone, Mr. President.

I will crush any darkness left in our country

and bring corruption to a complete end.

I will become a beacon of light and of hope.

So I've chosen

to officially vacate the Blue House.

But I will return, and I will do it as president…

elected by the people…

no matter what.

THE WHIRLWIND