Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny (2020–…): Season 1, Episode 12 - Episode #1.12 - full transcript
(This drama is based
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
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(Previously)
the King, the Queen,
and even Lee Ha-jeon.
But!
You cannot fool me.
You cannot!
Did I... kill the princess...
Thank you.
Thank you for being alive.
I must kill him too.
He is the only witness.
Prince Heungseon has tried to kill you.
Is this true?
Prince Heungseon did not try to kill me!
You must be careful as well.
Do not take on the Jangdong Kim-Moons
with a straight forward attack.
The criminal...
Is Lord Kim Byung-woon.
Your Majesty!
These are false accusations!
Kim Byung-woon's will not perish,
I am certain.
For the new Joseon!
Dojeonggung Lee Ha-jeon has
already gathered soldiers
behind your back for their conspiracy,
Your Majesty!
Big brother...
Would you even believe me
Prince Heungseon?
You're working for
the Jangdong Kim-Moons right?
Soon I will be,
your most powerful ally,
and most trustworthy weapon.
Prince Heungseon is innocent!
Your Majesty!
Lee Ha-jeon will be
Wilianchi to Jeju-do.
Stop conversations
about Prince Heungseon.
My son Jae-hwang's trustworthy person!
For the future king, and lay down
a path for Jae-hwang
and Prince Heungseon!
There's a new guy acting like you,
Master Choi.
Lord Hwasa, do you remember me?
Tell Kim Byung-woon,
I will be taking his life.
No matter what my destiny says,
I will stay by Bong-ryun
and protect her with my last breath.
You have all agreed
to give Dojeonggung's vacant position,
to my son Jae-hwang?
Is this everyone's decision?
A famous fortune teller
like Master Choi also, claimed
Prince Yeongun is king worthy.
This guy is...
Song Jin!
(Episode 12)
I will make this child...
the next king in place of Ha-jeon!
What?
Dojeonggung was destined to die young...
If there had been
a talented fortune teller,
he could have warned him
and prevented his death.
Prince Yeongun has a very
similar destiny to Dojeonggung,
with one difference!
A different birth date.
Therefore, he will not die young.
We are blessed.
Have a look at this.
Even this is the same as
our dead Dojeonggung.
When I was young,
my son passed away.
There was only sadness
for me in this huge palace.
A very young Ha-jeon
had come to greet me.
He had hid candy
in his sleeves to give me.
On his wrist,
he had the same birth mark,
I remember it like it was yesterday.
I can't believe this...
He cannot be Prince Hoepyeong's son,
he was killed
even before getting married.
Suddenly he has a son?
Prince Heungseon, you must
investigate Prince Yeongun thoroughly.
I will investigate Song Jin.
What do you see in Prince Yeongun?
Are you asking if I see the...?
Yes, do you see the destiny of a king
within him?
Do you remember
when I said Lord Dojeonggung will die,
at an early age?
Yes, I remember.
You do not like
what I had to say then.
But will you listen this time?
What are you trying to say?
Prince Yeongun, that child is
merely a commoner.
He does not have
the presence of a King either.
Do not make quick conclusions.
If I support him
I can create any presence I desire.
Pardon me?
Her Royal Highness had forged
two kings within her lifetime.
What makes you think
I can't do the same?
My princess.
You look distressed.
Where are you coming from?
Were you at the palace?
It is none of your business.
Pardon me but,
everything pertaining to you,
falls under my authority.
What?
From now on, where ever you go,
you must have my permission
and also my oversight.
Did Kim Byung-woon command you to?
Even the King cannot deny this command.
You must obey.
This has to do something
with Prince Yeongun.
Welcome, come in.
Where is Lord Haoak?
He has fallen ill
and is resting in his quarters.
The King has announced that
he will soon be stepping down.
Do not worry.
I have personally taken over
important family matters.
Since brother Byung-woon
is in critical condition,
all of his responsibilities
including managing our family assets,
is now under my authority!
Now, let us go inside.
How is he doing?
Will he be alright?
He will rid the sickness soon?
Why can't you answer me!
Yes, ma'am, he will survive.
This isn't a big deal.
An old man getting sick is
a natural thing.
What about me?
As you lay down sick,
what should I do?
Please recover.
A woman crying over little things,
brings bad luck to the family.
My Lord...
Calm down.
Kim Byung-woon will not let this slide.
If he doesn't,
what can he do about it?
Kim Byung-woon is adopted,
is he not?
Why do we have to fear
an adopted member of the family?
In order to take over managing
the family assets,
I need everyone's consent.
If you support me,
I will never forget and repay you.
Now...
Everyone that agrees
I should take over,
please stand up.
What a beautiful sight!
I see that I have brought this family
to a complete unity,
this brings me joy.
I thought you were
in critical condition...
Who has told you this?
Servant Jang? Or my doctor?
Whomever you planted to spy on me,
it seems as if they did not provide you
with good information.
Everyone sit down.
Luckily for me, the assassin announced
that he would come for me.
I have since worn protection
wherever I went.
Is that a sword mark?
Through this incident, I now know,
who is loyal to me,
and who my enemies are.
I have just met with my father,
he has presented me with a letter
stating that I lead this family.
Big brother, relax!
We were just worried about
our family's future.
- Isn't that right?
- Yes, of course!
Seeing you healthy like this,
we are very happy!
A lowly adoptee such as I,
being treated as real family,
I sincerely thank you.
It makes me want to treat you
like my real brother.
I give my first command
as family leader.
All family decisions
will be made without,
that foolish member of the family.
Anyone who disagrees stand up.
You thought I was the Miss?
You look thoroughly disappointed.
Here.
The Miss is no ordinary woman.
Cheers!
I am certain it is very difficult
to come see you, Master.
I think so too.
That woman always has to endure
so much for me...
You know astronomy as well?
I strive to read the destiny of
the country and people,
do you think astronomy
would be difficult?
Our Master knows
how to do everything!
Everything except his love life.
That's a low blow. Painful.
Let me ask you something.
If we were aboard a sinking ship,
What would you do?
Escape?
Or attempt to fix the ship
to save the people onboard?
I would...
Stay by your side, Master.
No matter how hard it is...
I, Young-Pal Young, will stay.
Brother Young,
we are on the same ship.
We must fix this ship called Joseon,
and save the citizens onboard.
I need you to do something for me.
Anything for you.
I will like to take a walk
in the breeze.
My Lord?
I want to take you away,
will you allow me?
♫ When the cold wind
blows through my ears ♫
♫ Feels like I could hear
your voice from long ago ♫
♫ I still remember
what you said to me ♫
Do you dislike these things?
Is it too chaotic?
Is the floor too cold to sit on?
♫ Even after the seasons
change and flow ♫
♫ Why do I still remember? ♫
♫ Let's promise one thing ♫
I like it.
I love this place you made.
I am glad that it's not too bad.
♫ Let's send our regards ♫
♫ If you ever think of me sometimes ♫
♫ Send your heart along with the wind ♫
♫ To this place where
we used to be together ♫
♫ To me ♫
♫ Don't forget about us ♫
Princess, are you alright?
I had a dream.
Pardon?
Princess, you were talking
in your sleep.
Being stuck here,
unable to move freely
has taken a tole on your mentality.
I met Lord Chun-joong in my dreams.
Huh? You must have been happy.
Yes, we were together
in a beautiful place.
What about me?
I was in your dreams too?
You were not.
Well that's disappointing.
You didn't take me
to the beautiful place...
I hope you always
have good dreams, Princess.
I hope so too.
Hurry go back to sleep!
You remind me of
what father used to say.
He said you were very talented
at managing assets,
allowing our town to flourish.
You speak too highly of me.
Managing money is not so praise worthy,
I don't think it is very difficult.
Yes, which is why I need you.
Pardon me?
I need someone to manage
this huge inheritance.
I will send for your mother and
young child to be brought over.
I need you to work with me.
Who else is there in this world
whom I can trust.
My Lord...
Please do not turn me down.
I will assume you accept.
You're saying the child
Her Royal Highness brought,
is truly the son of
the diseased Prince Hoepyeong?
Yes, during his days
in the administrative district,
he was engaged to a woman
who bore him a son.
Meaning...
Your Majesty is her brother in law.
Why hasn't he shown up all this time?
Because of Prince Hoepyeong's death.
He was accused of
conspiracy and executed.
They were afraid of
being accused as well,
and lived in hiding and secrecy.
She has since passed away.
Now, without Dojeonggung,
Our Jo Family will support
Her Royal Highness' decision.
Prince Heungseon, shouldn't you
accept the truth as well?
Could that child,
truly be the son of
the dead Prince Hoepyeong?
How could this be?
Her Royal Highness was very pleased
with Prince Yeongun?
Yes, as you predicted,
as I read his destiny,
and showed the birth mark on his wrist,
she completely believed it.
Move on to the next step
before she has a change of heart.
Yes, my Lord!
Lord Kim Si-yeon has requested for me
to read his destiny...
Lord Kim will is not on our
Seonjeom list. He'll be excluded
Yes. I shall read his future as such.
But, my Lord...
Currently, as I work
for a King's relative,
I feel like I should have
a government post.
A government post?
A fake fortune teller like yourself,
wants a government post?
Yes, if you can give me
any respectable position,
I will dedicate my life to serving you.
A life dedication from a fraud...
The most trustworthy loyalty.
Everything will depend on
how well you fight off,
and disrupt Choi Chun-joong.
Huh?
Yes, my Lord!
I will step all over Choi Chun-joong!
I have found out
about that man Song Jin.
Have you gone to his old house
and seen his neighbors?
His home has been abolished,
nothing left of it.
His neighbors have also left the area.
While I was investigating him,
I became furious.
He's using the 'Spreading false rumor'
technique!
That's my technique!
Are all of his readings false?
Actually, some are true...
Now that I think about it,
he's only been correct
with high ups and noblemen.
Only noble people's destiny you say.
What do you think that means?
A very powerful person
is backing Song Jin?
Exactly, that's exactly right!
Our Master does it again!
What a fine garment!
How well does this compliment me!
Who are you?
I said who are you?
Is this Master Choi's residence?
Yes... it is...
Who are you?
You look like a noble man...
I am a friend of Master Choi's.
A friend here for a reading.
He must be a close noble man.
But why are you constantly staring
at my Lady?
Up close, she looks like
a angle from heaven...
I am here for a reading
from Master Choi.
I fear it is too late now,
for a reading.
Who are you to decide?
Aren't you here
for a reading as well?
Huh... that's...
I have... I have influence over him.
Let me guide you.
Master Choi, are you here?
Master Choi!
Hey! What are you ding?
Stop eavesdropping!
What are you doing?
This is very impolite!
Shush!
Prime Minister's Lady,
what brings you here?
You really don't know?
After hearing of your fame,
how many times have I requested you?
And every time you refused
with some excuse?
Lord Kim Jwa-geun's residence is not
a hospitable place for me.
I bet it isn't.
Why is your room so empty?
A cold room without the warmth or
inviting scent of a woman...
A room fitting of a lonely man.
I've always found it strange,
now much the princess cared for you.
But now I can see...
If It'd known you were
such a handsome man,
I would have came here earlier.
Is our Master about to be eaten!
Please no! Move let me hear!
I thought you were here
on an urgent matter...
Was I wrong?
For you to come all this way,
means Lord Kim Jwa-geun is sick and,
with his sickness your future
looks bleak like a candle
in the flames.
You, you're right,
I have some questions.
This is my birth date.
What will happen to my Lord,
and also myself.
How will I be?
Will everything be alright?
Take this with you.
September 9th, hide, accomplish,
become yourself?
What does this mean?
Once you leave this place,
you must not speak those words out loud
in front of anyone.
I will visit you at Lord Kim Jwa-geun
and tell you the meaning of it.
But you must prepare 50,000 coins.
What? 50,000 coins?
Did I hear you correctly?
With that much money I could buy
all the land in Unjong-ga!
Are you aware?
50,000 coins is the
price for your lives.
Our lives...
With this secret note
I will save you and your Lord's life.
Is it still too expensive...?
I will show this to my Lord.
I will leave now.
Visit us like you promised.
Take care.
Has my friend been helpful at all?
- What!
- What're you doing?
That woman,
she just smiled at me, right?
I have gathered everyone here because
you have all failed to find
a rightful successor to the King.
I am appalled at your laziness
and incompetence!
Your Royal Highness,
since Dojoenggung's death,
all of us, the King's relatives,
have been searching together.
Please give us more time...
Prince Heungseon, I have already
presented you with a direct heir.
How come the King's relatives
do not come to an agreement?
Your Royal Highness,
what do you mean direct heir?
Who are you speaking of?
Your Majesty.
You would be very pleased to see him.
Extremely pleased.
Come in.
I present, the young Prince Yeongun.
Yeongun?
He is the son of your brother
Prince Hoepyeong and Lee Won-gyung.
He is your nephew.
I have never heard
my brother speak of a child.
Are you truly the son
of Prince Hoepyeong?
Yes, Your Majesty.
My mother has always spoken
about you, Your Majesty.
How close you were to my father.
She also spoke of a scar you and
my father received at a young age.
What scar do you speak of?
When you were young and poor,
you were both bitten
by a large dog together.
My father was bitten on his thigh,
and you were bitten on your calve.
Only Prince Hoepyeong
and I know of this.
How did you...
Your Majesty, this child, just like you,
was born with the king's presence
and destiny.
A famous fortune teller
has brought him to us.
Explain yourself.
How exactly did you find Prince Yeongun.
I coincidentally met Prince Yeongun
and heard his birth date.
I instantly knew
he had a king's destiny.
I took it upon myself to bring him
to Lord Lee Hang-ro personally.
A few days before I met Prince Yeongun,
I dreamed of a young dragon sorrowing
towards the skies.
This is a sign from the heavens sent
to me for our country.
The prophecy states,
during the year of the pig, a man
from the south will appear,
and free the citizens from
over taxation and corruption,
the roads will be filled
with flags of victory.
Prince Yeongun from the South,
will better the lives of our people!
I gaze upon the two dragons.
One has the undeniable face of a King,
and the other of a young dragon.
It is the young Prince Yeongun!
Your Majesty, Choi Chun-joong is here.
I, Choi Chun-joong have come
as you command, Your Majesty.
If you're not going to buy it, leave!
Go! Go! Go!
What a way to start my morning!
You little brat!
I was in a hurry, this child is sick.
I am sorry.
Does apologizing solve anything?
Let's have look here...
You're kind of pretty...
It'll hurt more if you move.
Soon your neck bone will snap,
just wait.
(Yun Chi-Sung)
Please let him go!
Are you trying to kill him!
If you ever bump into her again,
you must bow before her,
as she is your life savior.
Lead the way, this looks urgent.
Yes.
That man claims Prince Yeongun
has potential to be King.
You have claimed Prince Heungseon's son
to be so.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I have said Lee Jae-hwang,
to be worthy of becoming King.
Your Majesty, how could you bring
such a lowly fortune teller here,
and ask for his opinion?
Your Royal Highness,
then why have you brought that man?
In order to decide on
a successor to the crown,
we must evaluate the public opinion,
private opinions and compare.
How can you deny this?
This all began with,
Choi Chun-joong,
let us hear what he has to say.
Speak, how does your opinion
differ from his?
I will address the King.
A king's destiny is
the destiny of the people...
The people's destiny.
Noticing the presence of
a King also means,
that he has read
the fate of the people.
Then between you two fortune tellers,
whomever predicts the near future of
our country correctly,
would likely be the person
who predicts the right successor.
Yes, that is correct, Your Majesty.
What do you see
in this country's future?
Thanks to you Your Majesty,
the nation is becoming more peaceful.
Because the man of
the prophecy arrived,
the next king will be chosen soon.
Within this year, we will even witness
the next King's son being born.
Even a son!
What a marvelous destiny.
Choi Chun-joong,
what do you see for this country?
I am sorry to say this but...
Very sorry to say but...
During the disastrous
typhoon years ago,
countless numbers of our people
drowned, and froze to death.
Do you remember?
How could I forget
such a horrific incident.
I have been observing the skies
for the past month.
A blue star appeared,
it cut through the Ophiuchus,
and interrupted the Ursa Minor.
This means a disaster is upon
the people and the King.
This warning tells us that a plague
will run wild, Your Majesty.
How dare you run your mouth
with such foul words!
This is not a reading, but a curse!
He is directing a curse
towards the King!
You must prepare!
The whole country will be sick
with disease!
Your Majesty, this man's readings
are complete lies!
Your Majesty, if a plague truly spreads,
and we are not prepared for it,
I cannot even put it in words...
No, I will bet my very own life
that there will be no plague.
Therefore, if Choi Chun-joong's readings
are wrong,
please cut his throat!
If Choi Chun-joong's readings
for this country is wrong,
I will have you executed for speaking
in offense to the crown!
Are you alright with this?
My apologies, Your Royal Highness...
Let us do so!
Perfect!
A country succeeding or
failing is like flipping a coin,
but a sudden plague?
There's no way...
This man has gone too far
trying to beat me.
Oh my goodness, Mother!
My Boksil, my Boksil...
This poor village,
and these children...
What has happened here?
You agree that this is
a serious situation right?
Neither the doctors nor
the government officials,
have come to help us.
I don't know what to do by myself.
Go to the princess, she will help.
The princess?
It may be rude but I have come to ask
the princess for a favor.
Go ahead.
A plague is spreading throughout
a poor village.
My nursery children are
all dying of disease there,
but the government people
are not helping us.
Please princess, help us.
How could this be...
Why are you trying so hard to save
the children?
Pardon me?
You are not related to these children,
nor are you responsible for them.
Then why do you come all this way,
for my help to save these children?
Speak. Why are you doing this?
I am doing this because...
There is no one else who will.
What?
When the nursery was being destroyed.
Lord Choi Chun-joong said that.
He told me he was the only person
that could save us.
Which is why he did, no other reason.
I am doing as he did.
These children have no one else,
which is why I protect them.
A good life lesson.
Good, I will go and see for myself
then decide how to help.
Thank you, my princess!
You're saying there are no reports
of plague at all?
Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The police department, welfare department,
all of the government sectors
have not reported anything
about plague to the King.
As I predicted, Your Royal Highness.
Choi Chun-joong's readings
for this country were lies.
Choi Chun-joong is a very talented man,
why would he have said this?
He is trying to disrupt Prince Yeongun,
myself, and you, Your Royal Highness.
Choi Chun-joong, as you promised,
I shall cut your throat.
Excuse me.
What do you want?
I have a question.
Are you really going to kill
Choi Chun-joong?
Of course, we made a deal and
I plan to collect his throat.
Let's go.
Goodness...
Let's go, let's leave.
What, why?
- Are you alright?
- What Do we do...
Shouldn't we take her to the doctors?
Princess,
where are you going
without telling me?
I am going to the palace.
Then you wouldn't mind me
escorting you?
Do as you please.
Stop!
That path does not lead to the palace.
Just go.
I shall continue this path.
I said stop!
Put down the litter!
What are you doing?
This is not the way to the palace.
Yes, I know.
This leads to the poor village.
Why are you going to the poor village?
I have made a promise to go.
If you want to stop me,
why don't you drag the princess down,
and stick a knife to her throat.
Do as you please.
You had your mind set to begin with.
I have no other choice.
You never leave my side.
Why did you make such
a terrible prophecy?
It was a very extreme attempt to bring
Prince Yeongun down.
That was not my intention.
I merely spoke the
truth for this country.
Did you really see a plague spreading
from the stars?
In truth, I visited a poor village
and saw it for myself.
My readings for the country
came from there.
What?
While working for my father
in Ganghwa,
I have seen this disease before.
A very contagious disease that darkens
the face then kills...
It must have began
in the poor village.
Then... What are we to do?
None of the government sectors
are listening nor,
are they preparing for it.
Which is why I spoke of it in front of
the King as a country prophecy.
The King once failed to prepare for
a contagious disease,
and regrets it.
He will not take my words lightly.
Alright then.
This is no time to be fighting over
the throne or politics.
I will speak with the King,
and speak with the
government officials.
Yes, my Lord.
Lieutenant, I think this is a plague!
Princess, you must leave!
Princess!
You came, as you promised!
Yes, what is the meaning of this?
The situation is serious.
But no officials have come.
Back off!
You cannot be in a place like this!
Let's go. We must leave, princess!
Let go of me!
We must...
Protect this place...
We must...
Protect this place...
Set him down.
(Hyeminwon:
Department of Health and Welfare
What is the situation?
My Lord, we desperately need medicine.
We don't have enough funds,
what should we do!
Goodness... How could this be...!
Move! Move aside!
Wait, move...
Why are you here?
I bring medicine!
It is the most effective
against contagious diseases,
hurry up and pass it to the patients!
What are you waiting for!
Open them up!
How did you...
Did you know this would happen?
I sent people out to buy it
from apothecaries around the country.
There are more patients everywhere.
There are more sick?
Yes, we need the funding to buy
more medicine.
My Lord you must go to the council
and ask for more money.
Alright.
The death toll is rising very fast.
Especially near the bridges
and poor villages.
It is a plague.
You officials cannot be lazy,
we must tend to this quickly!
You must come up with a plan!
People living in moist environments get
sick all the time.
My Lord, what do you think of this?
Prince Heungseon, must be drunk.
Since when have you cared
about the country and it's people?
If you're drunk why don't you stick
to painting and poems?
What?
I think Prince Heungseon has
the clearest mind here.
When I was the head
provisional government officer,
I have seen many similar cases
to this situation.
Prince Heungseon's
words must be correct.
My Lord...
Hey, Shimam.
The weather is nice,
does the world look different to you?
What do you mean, Lord Haok?
We have served the council
together for dozens of years,
yet you suddenly change
your attitude like this.
Why?
After Dojeonggung died,
you decide to take their side?
How could you say something like that?
I am merely worried
about the disease.
Let us wait and see what happens.
My Lord!
The disease is not killing the people,
it is everyone sitting at this table!
Head my warning.
Shouldn't we report this to the King?
Do you wish to win the hearts of
the people by wasting money?
Do not exaggerate this situation
and stress out the King.
Let us send out officers
and get a hold of this situation.
Yes, the first vice premier.
Have you been near the Sugak bridge?
It is completely
invested with patients.
It makes me lose my appetite.
Should we go for drinks
at the Wallsong-ru?
Good idea.
There's a new girl named Ye-hyang.
We should drink with her
in our arms.
Let us go.
Hey, you two.
Come here.
You're headed to Wallsong-ru?
Yes, sir.
Are country is devastated,
you'd rather throw away your people,
and drink with concubines?
You must be very proud.
I'll come with you.
Pardon me?
On our way there,
like you've mentioned,
we'll be passing
by disgusting citizens.
I plan to shove you
two in-between them.
You must suffer the disease to feel
our people's pain.
My apologies, my Lord.
We spoke out of line.
Out of line?!
You officials...
just report everything
and your day is over,
but do not ever forget,
without the people there is no country.
- Do you understand?
- Yes, my Lord.
What a nuisance.
All high and mighty by himself.
I guess it's just rice wine then.
My Princess, what do we do?
We are almost out of medicine
from the welfare department.
Do not fall asleep!
Hey, are you okay?
Hurry over!
A plague has spread
throughout Hanyang,
our poor citizens are dying in pain.
I respectfully offer these drinks
and my heart.
I pray the spirits take my offerings,
and relieve our citizens of
this horrible plague.
How can the welfare department
deny funds in this situation!
The head council has not
come to a decision...
How many times must I tell you,
my Lord!
Do you think I am not aware of
all the money you have
pocketed from the department's funds?
Even in dire times like this you
only think about your own pockets?
No, why are you saying this,
my Lord.
Please leave.
We are busy too, please leave.
- Please leave!
- Leave, Prince Heungseon.
- Please leave.
- Leave in peace.
Let go of me!
This is the dirt from
the poor villages.
Within this dirt,
is the puke of our people.
- Lord...
- my Lord...
- Lord...
- Please put that down.
You don't even go near the patients,
and hide behind your walls in comfort.
And speak with ease?
Then!
Like our patients and citizens,
all of you,
must feel their pain and fear!
You bastards!
Give me the money
to save the people!
Our citizens are the skies!
The people are the center of
our country, of Joseon!
You bastards!
♫ Though it hurts, though it hurts ♫
♫ I will only love you ♫
♫ Though I'm hurting,
though I'm hurting ♫
(King Maker: The Change of Destiny)
Choi Chun-joong has
brought upon this plague!
Because of Choi's curse, our country's
future has changed course for the worse!
Do you actually believe
what you're saying?
He has a point.
How dare Chun-joong curse us
with fear and summon an evil spirit.
You must punish him severely,
Your Majesty!
Master Choi.
Under the King's orders, you are to be
arrested for sins of creating the plague.
Where is Pal-ryong?
Where has he gone?
I thought I would meet the King...
If you just tell me
what I want to hear,
I will give you the princess.
My brother Choi Chun-joong!
Kim Byung-woon is trying to frame you
for assassinating Prince Yeongun.
Do not worry.
But... didn't Kim Byung-woon
speak of anything else?
I will make you the second most
powerful person in this country.
Second most...
Which position are you talking about?
A position higher than the King.
♫ Have you forgotten
how to get back? ♫
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
Your tongue may trick
(Previously)
the King, the Queen,
and even Lee Ha-jeon.
But!
You cannot fool me.
You cannot!
Did I... kill the princess...
Thank you.
Thank you for being alive.
I must kill him too.
He is the only witness.
Prince Heungseon has tried to kill you.
Is this true?
Prince Heungseon did not try to kill me!
You must be careful as well.
Do not take on the Jangdong Kim-Moons
with a straight forward attack.
The criminal...
Is Lord Kim Byung-woon.
Your Majesty!
These are false accusations!
Kim Byung-woon's will not perish,
I am certain.
For the new Joseon!
Dojeonggung Lee Ha-jeon has
already gathered soldiers
behind your back for their conspiracy,
Your Majesty!
Big brother...
Would you even believe me
Prince Heungseon?
You're working for
the Jangdong Kim-Moons right?
Soon I will be,
your most powerful ally,
and most trustworthy weapon.
Prince Heungseon is innocent!
Your Majesty!
Lee Ha-jeon will be
Wilianchi to Jeju-do.
Stop conversations
about Prince Heungseon.
My son Jae-hwang's trustworthy person!
For the future king, and lay down
a path for Jae-hwang
and Prince Heungseon!
There's a new guy acting like you,
Master Choi.
Lord Hwasa, do you remember me?
Tell Kim Byung-woon,
I will be taking his life.
No matter what my destiny says,
I will stay by Bong-ryun
and protect her with my last breath.
You have all agreed
to give Dojeonggung's vacant position,
to my son Jae-hwang?
Is this everyone's decision?
A famous fortune teller
like Master Choi also, claimed
Prince Yeongun is king worthy.
This guy is...
Song Jin!
(Episode 12)
I will make this child...
the next king in place of Ha-jeon!
What?
Dojeonggung was destined to die young...
If there had been
a talented fortune teller,
he could have warned him
and prevented his death.
Prince Yeongun has a very
similar destiny to Dojeonggung,
with one difference!
A different birth date.
Therefore, he will not die young.
We are blessed.
Have a look at this.
Even this is the same as
our dead Dojeonggung.
When I was young,
my son passed away.
There was only sadness
for me in this huge palace.
A very young Ha-jeon
had come to greet me.
He had hid candy
in his sleeves to give me.
On his wrist,
he had the same birth mark,
I remember it like it was yesterday.
I can't believe this...
He cannot be Prince Hoepyeong's son,
he was killed
even before getting married.
Suddenly he has a son?
Prince Heungseon, you must
investigate Prince Yeongun thoroughly.
I will investigate Song Jin.
What do you see in Prince Yeongun?
Are you asking if I see the...?
Yes, do you see the destiny of a king
within him?
Do you remember
when I said Lord Dojeonggung will die,
at an early age?
Yes, I remember.
You do not like
what I had to say then.
But will you listen this time?
What are you trying to say?
Prince Yeongun, that child is
merely a commoner.
He does not have
the presence of a King either.
Do not make quick conclusions.
If I support him
I can create any presence I desire.
Pardon me?
Her Royal Highness had forged
two kings within her lifetime.
What makes you think
I can't do the same?
My princess.
You look distressed.
Where are you coming from?
Were you at the palace?
It is none of your business.
Pardon me but,
everything pertaining to you,
falls under my authority.
What?
From now on, where ever you go,
you must have my permission
and also my oversight.
Did Kim Byung-woon command you to?
Even the King cannot deny this command.
You must obey.
This has to do something
with Prince Yeongun.
Welcome, come in.
Where is Lord Haoak?
He has fallen ill
and is resting in his quarters.
The King has announced that
he will soon be stepping down.
Do not worry.
I have personally taken over
important family matters.
Since brother Byung-woon
is in critical condition,
all of his responsibilities
including managing our family assets,
is now under my authority!
Now, let us go inside.
How is he doing?
Will he be alright?
He will rid the sickness soon?
Why can't you answer me!
Yes, ma'am, he will survive.
This isn't a big deal.
An old man getting sick is
a natural thing.
What about me?
As you lay down sick,
what should I do?
Please recover.
A woman crying over little things,
brings bad luck to the family.
My Lord...
Calm down.
Kim Byung-woon will not let this slide.
If he doesn't,
what can he do about it?
Kim Byung-woon is adopted,
is he not?
Why do we have to fear
an adopted member of the family?
In order to take over managing
the family assets,
I need everyone's consent.
If you support me,
I will never forget and repay you.
Now...
Everyone that agrees
I should take over,
please stand up.
What a beautiful sight!
I see that I have brought this family
to a complete unity,
this brings me joy.
I thought you were
in critical condition...
Who has told you this?
Servant Jang? Or my doctor?
Whomever you planted to spy on me,
it seems as if they did not provide you
with good information.
Everyone sit down.
Luckily for me, the assassin announced
that he would come for me.
I have since worn protection
wherever I went.
Is that a sword mark?
Through this incident, I now know,
who is loyal to me,
and who my enemies are.
I have just met with my father,
he has presented me with a letter
stating that I lead this family.
Big brother, relax!
We were just worried about
our family's future.
- Isn't that right?
- Yes, of course!
Seeing you healthy like this,
we are very happy!
A lowly adoptee such as I,
being treated as real family,
I sincerely thank you.
It makes me want to treat you
like my real brother.
I give my first command
as family leader.
All family decisions
will be made without,
that foolish member of the family.
Anyone who disagrees stand up.
You thought I was the Miss?
You look thoroughly disappointed.
Here.
The Miss is no ordinary woman.
Cheers!
I am certain it is very difficult
to come see you, Master.
I think so too.
That woman always has to endure
so much for me...
You know astronomy as well?
I strive to read the destiny of
the country and people,
do you think astronomy
would be difficult?
Our Master knows
how to do everything!
Everything except his love life.
That's a low blow. Painful.
Let me ask you something.
If we were aboard a sinking ship,
What would you do?
Escape?
Or attempt to fix the ship
to save the people onboard?
I would...
Stay by your side, Master.
No matter how hard it is...
I, Young-Pal Young, will stay.
Brother Young,
we are on the same ship.
We must fix this ship called Joseon,
and save the citizens onboard.
I need you to do something for me.
Anything for you.
I will like to take a walk
in the breeze.
My Lord?
I want to take you away,
will you allow me?
♫ When the cold wind
blows through my ears ♫
♫ Feels like I could hear
your voice from long ago ♫
♫ I still remember
what you said to me ♫
Do you dislike these things?
Is it too chaotic?
Is the floor too cold to sit on?
♫ Even after the seasons
change and flow ♫
♫ Why do I still remember? ♫
♫ Let's promise one thing ♫
I like it.
I love this place you made.
I am glad that it's not too bad.
♫ Let's send our regards ♫
♫ If you ever think of me sometimes ♫
♫ Send your heart along with the wind ♫
♫ To this place where
we used to be together ♫
♫ To me ♫
♫ Don't forget about us ♫
Princess, are you alright?
I had a dream.
Pardon?
Princess, you were talking
in your sleep.
Being stuck here,
unable to move freely
has taken a tole on your mentality.
I met Lord Chun-joong in my dreams.
Huh? You must have been happy.
Yes, we were together
in a beautiful place.
What about me?
I was in your dreams too?
You were not.
Well that's disappointing.
You didn't take me
to the beautiful place...
I hope you always
have good dreams, Princess.
I hope so too.
Hurry go back to sleep!
You remind me of
what father used to say.
He said you were very talented
at managing assets,
allowing our town to flourish.
You speak too highly of me.
Managing money is not so praise worthy,
I don't think it is very difficult.
Yes, which is why I need you.
Pardon me?
I need someone to manage
this huge inheritance.
I will send for your mother and
young child to be brought over.
I need you to work with me.
Who else is there in this world
whom I can trust.
My Lord...
Please do not turn me down.
I will assume you accept.
You're saying the child
Her Royal Highness brought,
is truly the son of
the diseased Prince Hoepyeong?
Yes, during his days
in the administrative district,
he was engaged to a woman
who bore him a son.
Meaning...
Your Majesty is her brother in law.
Why hasn't he shown up all this time?
Because of Prince Hoepyeong's death.
He was accused of
conspiracy and executed.
They were afraid of
being accused as well,
and lived in hiding and secrecy.
She has since passed away.
Now, without Dojeonggung,
Our Jo Family will support
Her Royal Highness' decision.
Prince Heungseon, shouldn't you
accept the truth as well?
Could that child,
truly be the son of
the dead Prince Hoepyeong?
How could this be?
Her Royal Highness was very pleased
with Prince Yeongun?
Yes, as you predicted,
as I read his destiny,
and showed the birth mark on his wrist,
she completely believed it.
Move on to the next step
before she has a change of heart.
Yes, my Lord!
Lord Kim Si-yeon has requested for me
to read his destiny...
Lord Kim will is not on our
Seonjeom list. He'll be excluded
Yes. I shall read his future as such.
But, my Lord...
Currently, as I work
for a King's relative,
I feel like I should have
a government post.
A government post?
A fake fortune teller like yourself,
wants a government post?
Yes, if you can give me
any respectable position,
I will dedicate my life to serving you.
A life dedication from a fraud...
The most trustworthy loyalty.
Everything will depend on
how well you fight off,
and disrupt Choi Chun-joong.
Huh?
Yes, my Lord!
I will step all over Choi Chun-joong!
I have found out
about that man Song Jin.
Have you gone to his old house
and seen his neighbors?
His home has been abolished,
nothing left of it.
His neighbors have also left the area.
While I was investigating him,
I became furious.
He's using the 'Spreading false rumor'
technique!
That's my technique!
Are all of his readings false?
Actually, some are true...
Now that I think about it,
he's only been correct
with high ups and noblemen.
Only noble people's destiny you say.
What do you think that means?
A very powerful person
is backing Song Jin?
Exactly, that's exactly right!
Our Master does it again!
What a fine garment!
How well does this compliment me!
Who are you?
I said who are you?
Is this Master Choi's residence?
Yes... it is...
Who are you?
You look like a noble man...
I am a friend of Master Choi's.
A friend here for a reading.
He must be a close noble man.
But why are you constantly staring
at my Lady?
Up close, she looks like
a angle from heaven...
I am here for a reading
from Master Choi.
I fear it is too late now,
for a reading.
Who are you to decide?
Aren't you here
for a reading as well?
Huh... that's...
I have... I have influence over him.
Let me guide you.
Master Choi, are you here?
Master Choi!
Hey! What are you ding?
Stop eavesdropping!
What are you doing?
This is very impolite!
Shush!
Prime Minister's Lady,
what brings you here?
You really don't know?
After hearing of your fame,
how many times have I requested you?
And every time you refused
with some excuse?
Lord Kim Jwa-geun's residence is not
a hospitable place for me.
I bet it isn't.
Why is your room so empty?
A cold room without the warmth or
inviting scent of a woman...
A room fitting of a lonely man.
I've always found it strange,
now much the princess cared for you.
But now I can see...
If It'd known you were
such a handsome man,
I would have came here earlier.
Is our Master about to be eaten!
Please no! Move let me hear!
I thought you were here
on an urgent matter...
Was I wrong?
For you to come all this way,
means Lord Kim Jwa-geun is sick and,
with his sickness your future
looks bleak like a candle
in the flames.
You, you're right,
I have some questions.
This is my birth date.
What will happen to my Lord,
and also myself.
How will I be?
Will everything be alright?
Take this with you.
September 9th, hide, accomplish,
become yourself?
What does this mean?
Once you leave this place,
you must not speak those words out loud
in front of anyone.
I will visit you at Lord Kim Jwa-geun
and tell you the meaning of it.
But you must prepare 50,000 coins.
What? 50,000 coins?
Did I hear you correctly?
With that much money I could buy
all the land in Unjong-ga!
Are you aware?
50,000 coins is the
price for your lives.
Our lives...
With this secret note
I will save you and your Lord's life.
Is it still too expensive...?
I will show this to my Lord.
I will leave now.
Visit us like you promised.
Take care.
Has my friend been helpful at all?
- What!
- What're you doing?
That woman,
she just smiled at me, right?
I have gathered everyone here because
you have all failed to find
a rightful successor to the King.
I am appalled at your laziness
and incompetence!
Your Royal Highness,
since Dojoenggung's death,
all of us, the King's relatives,
have been searching together.
Please give us more time...
Prince Heungseon, I have already
presented you with a direct heir.
How come the King's relatives
do not come to an agreement?
Your Royal Highness,
what do you mean direct heir?
Who are you speaking of?
Your Majesty.
You would be very pleased to see him.
Extremely pleased.
Come in.
I present, the young Prince Yeongun.
Yeongun?
He is the son of your brother
Prince Hoepyeong and Lee Won-gyung.
He is your nephew.
I have never heard
my brother speak of a child.
Are you truly the son
of Prince Hoepyeong?
Yes, Your Majesty.
My mother has always spoken
about you, Your Majesty.
How close you were to my father.
She also spoke of a scar you and
my father received at a young age.
What scar do you speak of?
When you were young and poor,
you were both bitten
by a large dog together.
My father was bitten on his thigh,
and you were bitten on your calve.
Only Prince Hoepyeong
and I know of this.
How did you...
Your Majesty, this child, just like you,
was born with the king's presence
and destiny.
A famous fortune teller
has brought him to us.
Explain yourself.
How exactly did you find Prince Yeongun.
I coincidentally met Prince Yeongun
and heard his birth date.
I instantly knew
he had a king's destiny.
I took it upon myself to bring him
to Lord Lee Hang-ro personally.
A few days before I met Prince Yeongun,
I dreamed of a young dragon sorrowing
towards the skies.
This is a sign from the heavens sent
to me for our country.
The prophecy states,
during the year of the pig, a man
from the south will appear,
and free the citizens from
over taxation and corruption,
the roads will be filled
with flags of victory.
Prince Yeongun from the South,
will better the lives of our people!
I gaze upon the two dragons.
One has the undeniable face of a King,
and the other of a young dragon.
It is the young Prince Yeongun!
Your Majesty, Choi Chun-joong is here.
I, Choi Chun-joong have come
as you command, Your Majesty.
If you're not going to buy it, leave!
Go! Go! Go!
What a way to start my morning!
You little brat!
I was in a hurry, this child is sick.
I am sorry.
Does apologizing solve anything?
Let's have look here...
You're kind of pretty...
It'll hurt more if you move.
Soon your neck bone will snap,
just wait.
(Yun Chi-Sung)
Please let him go!
Are you trying to kill him!
If you ever bump into her again,
you must bow before her,
as she is your life savior.
Lead the way, this looks urgent.
Yes.
That man claims Prince Yeongun
has potential to be King.
You have claimed Prince Heungseon's son
to be so.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I have said Lee Jae-hwang,
to be worthy of becoming King.
Your Majesty, how could you bring
such a lowly fortune teller here,
and ask for his opinion?
Your Royal Highness,
then why have you brought that man?
In order to decide on
a successor to the crown,
we must evaluate the public opinion,
private opinions and compare.
How can you deny this?
This all began with,
Choi Chun-joong,
let us hear what he has to say.
Speak, how does your opinion
differ from his?
I will address the King.
A king's destiny is
the destiny of the people...
The people's destiny.
Noticing the presence of
a King also means,
that he has read
the fate of the people.
Then between you two fortune tellers,
whomever predicts the near future of
our country correctly,
would likely be the person
who predicts the right successor.
Yes, that is correct, Your Majesty.
What do you see
in this country's future?
Thanks to you Your Majesty,
the nation is becoming more peaceful.
Because the man of
the prophecy arrived,
the next king will be chosen soon.
Within this year, we will even witness
the next King's son being born.
Even a son!
What a marvelous destiny.
Choi Chun-joong,
what do you see for this country?
I am sorry to say this but...
Very sorry to say but...
During the disastrous
typhoon years ago,
countless numbers of our people
drowned, and froze to death.
Do you remember?
How could I forget
such a horrific incident.
I have been observing the skies
for the past month.
A blue star appeared,
it cut through the Ophiuchus,
and interrupted the Ursa Minor.
This means a disaster is upon
the people and the King.
This warning tells us that a plague
will run wild, Your Majesty.
How dare you run your mouth
with such foul words!
This is not a reading, but a curse!
He is directing a curse
towards the King!
You must prepare!
The whole country will be sick
with disease!
Your Majesty, this man's readings
are complete lies!
Your Majesty, if a plague truly spreads,
and we are not prepared for it,
I cannot even put it in words...
No, I will bet my very own life
that there will be no plague.
Therefore, if Choi Chun-joong's readings
are wrong,
please cut his throat!
If Choi Chun-joong's readings
for this country is wrong,
I will have you executed for speaking
in offense to the crown!
Are you alright with this?
My apologies, Your Royal Highness...
Let us do so!
Perfect!
A country succeeding or
failing is like flipping a coin,
but a sudden plague?
There's no way...
This man has gone too far
trying to beat me.
Oh my goodness, Mother!
My Boksil, my Boksil...
This poor village,
and these children...
What has happened here?
You agree that this is
a serious situation right?
Neither the doctors nor
the government officials,
have come to help us.
I don't know what to do by myself.
Go to the princess, she will help.
The princess?
It may be rude but I have come to ask
the princess for a favor.
Go ahead.
A plague is spreading throughout
a poor village.
My nursery children are
all dying of disease there,
but the government people
are not helping us.
Please princess, help us.
How could this be...
Why are you trying so hard to save
the children?
Pardon me?
You are not related to these children,
nor are you responsible for them.
Then why do you come all this way,
for my help to save these children?
Speak. Why are you doing this?
I am doing this because...
There is no one else who will.
What?
When the nursery was being destroyed.
Lord Choi Chun-joong said that.
He told me he was the only person
that could save us.
Which is why he did, no other reason.
I am doing as he did.
These children have no one else,
which is why I protect them.
A good life lesson.
Good, I will go and see for myself
then decide how to help.
Thank you, my princess!
You're saying there are no reports
of plague at all?
Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The police department, welfare department,
all of the government sectors
have not reported anything
about plague to the King.
As I predicted, Your Royal Highness.
Choi Chun-joong's readings
for this country were lies.
Choi Chun-joong is a very talented man,
why would he have said this?
He is trying to disrupt Prince Yeongun,
myself, and you, Your Royal Highness.
Choi Chun-joong, as you promised,
I shall cut your throat.
Excuse me.
What do you want?
I have a question.
Are you really going to kill
Choi Chun-joong?
Of course, we made a deal and
I plan to collect his throat.
Let's go.
Goodness...
Let's go, let's leave.
What, why?
- Are you alright?
- What Do we do...
Shouldn't we take her to the doctors?
Princess,
where are you going
without telling me?
I am going to the palace.
Then you wouldn't mind me
escorting you?
Do as you please.
Stop!
That path does not lead to the palace.
Just go.
I shall continue this path.
I said stop!
Put down the litter!
What are you doing?
This is not the way to the palace.
Yes, I know.
This leads to the poor village.
Why are you going to the poor village?
I have made a promise to go.
If you want to stop me,
why don't you drag the princess down,
and stick a knife to her throat.
Do as you please.
You had your mind set to begin with.
I have no other choice.
You never leave my side.
Why did you make such
a terrible prophecy?
It was a very extreme attempt to bring
Prince Yeongun down.
That was not my intention.
I merely spoke the
truth for this country.
Did you really see a plague spreading
from the stars?
In truth, I visited a poor village
and saw it for myself.
My readings for the country
came from there.
What?
While working for my father
in Ganghwa,
I have seen this disease before.
A very contagious disease that darkens
the face then kills...
It must have began
in the poor village.
Then... What are we to do?
None of the government sectors
are listening nor,
are they preparing for it.
Which is why I spoke of it in front of
the King as a country prophecy.
The King once failed to prepare for
a contagious disease,
and regrets it.
He will not take my words lightly.
Alright then.
This is no time to be fighting over
the throne or politics.
I will speak with the King,
and speak with the
government officials.
Yes, my Lord.
Lieutenant, I think this is a plague!
Princess, you must leave!
Princess!
You came, as you promised!
Yes, what is the meaning of this?
The situation is serious.
But no officials have come.
Back off!
You cannot be in a place like this!
Let's go. We must leave, princess!
Let go of me!
We must...
Protect this place...
We must...
Protect this place...
Set him down.
(Hyeminwon:
Department of Health and Welfare
What is the situation?
My Lord, we desperately need medicine.
We don't have enough funds,
what should we do!
Goodness... How could this be...!
Move! Move aside!
Wait, move...
Why are you here?
I bring medicine!
It is the most effective
against contagious diseases,
hurry up and pass it to the patients!
What are you waiting for!
Open them up!
How did you...
Did you know this would happen?
I sent people out to buy it
from apothecaries around the country.
There are more patients everywhere.
There are more sick?
Yes, we need the funding to buy
more medicine.
My Lord you must go to the council
and ask for more money.
Alright.
The death toll is rising very fast.
Especially near the bridges
and poor villages.
It is a plague.
You officials cannot be lazy,
we must tend to this quickly!
You must come up with a plan!
People living in moist environments get
sick all the time.
My Lord, what do you think of this?
Prince Heungseon, must be drunk.
Since when have you cared
about the country and it's people?
If you're drunk why don't you stick
to painting and poems?
What?
I think Prince Heungseon has
the clearest mind here.
When I was the head
provisional government officer,
I have seen many similar cases
to this situation.
Prince Heungseon's
words must be correct.
My Lord...
Hey, Shimam.
The weather is nice,
does the world look different to you?
What do you mean, Lord Haok?
We have served the council
together for dozens of years,
yet you suddenly change
your attitude like this.
Why?
After Dojeonggung died,
you decide to take their side?
How could you say something like that?
I am merely worried
about the disease.
Let us wait and see what happens.
My Lord!
The disease is not killing the people,
it is everyone sitting at this table!
Head my warning.
Shouldn't we report this to the King?
Do you wish to win the hearts of
the people by wasting money?
Do not exaggerate this situation
and stress out the King.
Let us send out officers
and get a hold of this situation.
Yes, the first vice premier.
Have you been near the Sugak bridge?
It is completely
invested with patients.
It makes me lose my appetite.
Should we go for drinks
at the Wallsong-ru?
Good idea.
There's a new girl named Ye-hyang.
We should drink with her
in our arms.
Let us go.
Hey, you two.
Come here.
You're headed to Wallsong-ru?
Yes, sir.
Are country is devastated,
you'd rather throw away your people,
and drink with concubines?
You must be very proud.
I'll come with you.
Pardon me?
On our way there,
like you've mentioned,
we'll be passing
by disgusting citizens.
I plan to shove you
two in-between them.
You must suffer the disease to feel
our people's pain.
My apologies, my Lord.
We spoke out of line.
Out of line?!
You officials...
just report everything
and your day is over,
but do not ever forget,
without the people there is no country.
- Do you understand?
- Yes, my Lord.
What a nuisance.
All high and mighty by himself.
I guess it's just rice wine then.
My Princess, what do we do?
We are almost out of medicine
from the welfare department.
Do not fall asleep!
Hey, are you okay?
Hurry over!
A plague has spread
throughout Hanyang,
our poor citizens are dying in pain.
I respectfully offer these drinks
and my heart.
I pray the spirits take my offerings,
and relieve our citizens of
this horrible plague.
How can the welfare department
deny funds in this situation!
The head council has not
come to a decision...
How many times must I tell you,
my Lord!
Do you think I am not aware of
all the money you have
pocketed from the department's funds?
Even in dire times like this you
only think about your own pockets?
No, why are you saying this,
my Lord.
Please leave.
We are busy too, please leave.
- Please leave!
- Leave, Prince Heungseon.
- Please leave.
- Leave in peace.
Let go of me!
This is the dirt from
the poor villages.
Within this dirt,
is the puke of our people.
- Lord...
- my Lord...
- Lord...
- Please put that down.
You don't even go near the patients,
and hide behind your walls in comfort.
And speak with ease?
Then!
Like our patients and citizens,
all of you,
must feel their pain and fear!
You bastards!
Give me the money
to save the people!
Our citizens are the skies!
The people are the center of
our country, of Joseon!
You bastards!
♫ Though it hurts, though it hurts ♫
♫ I will only love you ♫
♫ Though I'm hurting,
though I'm hurting ♫
(King Maker: The Change of Destiny)
Choi Chun-joong has
brought upon this plague!
Because of Choi's curse, our country's
future has changed course for the worse!
Do you actually believe
what you're saying?
He has a point.
How dare Chun-joong curse us
with fear and summon an evil spirit.
You must punish him severely,
Your Majesty!
Master Choi.
Under the King's orders, you are to be
arrested for sins of creating the plague.
Where is Pal-ryong?
Where has he gone?
I thought I would meet the King...
If you just tell me
what I want to hear,
I will give you the princess.
My brother Choi Chun-joong!
Kim Byung-woon is trying to frame you
for assassinating Prince Yeongun.
Do not worry.
But... didn't Kim Byung-woon
speak of anything else?
I will make you the second most
powerful person in this country.
Second most...
Which position are you talking about?
A position higher than the King.
♫ Have you forgotten
how to get back? ♫