Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny (2020–…): Season 1, Episode 15 - Episode #1.15 - full transcript
(This drama is based
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
(Episode 15)
Your Royal Highness,
I have come to apologize
for previously acting out of line...
How could this old lady
who almost lost this country
to a fraud, punish you?
My apologies, Your Royal Highness.
I've sent people to investigate,
but let me ask you this.
Are the Kim-Moons really behind this?
Yes, Hwasa Kim Byung-woon is
the mastermind responsible.
The Kim-Moons dare to toy with me.
If it were up to me I would have
Byung-woon and Kim Jwa-geun killed but,
our country has it's strict laws.
But certain people play certain rolls.
Am I right?
Yes.
How could a superior of the royal throne
get her hands dirty?
If you command,
someone like me should do your bidding.
If your son truly becomes the next king,
can you really end
the 60 year reign of the Kim-Moons?
I promise you.
All of these lost years and shame,
could you really avenge my honor?
Yes.
The new king will end
the 60 year reign of the Kim-Moons.
In time, all Kim-Moons
will get down on their knees
in front of you, Your Royal Highness.
What brings you here?
I finally am able to introduce myself to
our nation's finest politician,
Lord Haok.
Sure, I've heard you've wrote
something strange
for our family.
I was about to contact you myself,
maybe have you do
my readings and such...
My Lord, you don't have time to waste
on readings.
What?
Right now...
I am here to kill you.
Anyone outside!
- Come in!
- Calm yourself.
Make a choice, my Lord.
Kill yourself,
or kill this family.
This is your ultimatum,
you must choose.
I am merely here to tell you this.
An ultimatum...
Your 40 year reign
and prosperity is now over.
If you continue your political ways,
your old greed will ruin yourself
and this entire family.
But, you can kill yourself
from the political world.
You must accept
the new Prince Heungseon.
Then your family will live.
You and I,
and my family are sworn enemies...
How will I know if you are
speaking false readings
in order to destroy my family?
Check upon Lord Kim Byung-woon.
He must be planning to assassinate
Prince Heungseon as we speak.
You're right.
You and I are sworn enemies.
Your family murdered my father,
how could I not want you
all destroyed?
But I have chosen saving Joseon,
instead of my personal revenge.
Because that is...
What my father would have done.
The old fox
has taken Prince Heungseon's side.
Prince Heungseon,
we must kill him no matter what.
Yes, sir.
Father, what brings you here...
Are you...
Planning to kill
Prince Heungseon right now?
Your arrogance
will be the death of our entire family!
How have you become so weak!
Why are you so blind!
If the young Jae-hwang
becomes the next king,
Prince Heungseon will become
the most powerful man.
When that happens, what do you think
he'll do to our family?
This is our last chance.
If we miss this opportunity,
no one will be able to stop
Prince Heungseon!
Shush! Then what if you get caught?
Who will take responsibility
when that happens, big brother!
I know you have betrayed us, making
backdoor deals with Prince Heungseon.
What?
Your short sightedness and greed
may keep you alive but,
in the end it will destroy
this entire family!
What? Short sightedness? Greed?
You think you're better than me?
You're just an adoptee!
- How dare you!
- How dare you!
Both of you stop!
- Father! Father!
- Father!
Father...
Father...
Father...
What happened?
Is there an intruder?
No...
Nothing like that...
I had a dream...
My father...
My father...
Doesn't have much time left...
It pains me.
I know that exact same pain...
More than anyone.
But, no child can prevent
their parent's death.
We must live on,
always remembering
what they have done for us,
and live our lives
to the fullest for them.
That is the only thing we can do.
A new world will begin...
But I am terrified.
I see a gigantic and horrifying wave
crashing down on Joseon shores.
I know your visions to be true but,
we must do
whatever we can to prevent it.
We must create a better world.
We must.
The King has passed!
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
The King has passed!
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
The King has passed!
Your Majesty...
Born with royal blood...
Lived as a peasant...
Rose to King...
What a strange life...
Leave in peace, Your Majesty...
Welcome, Master.
There's... I mean...
Master, I think the King
has passed away.
The King is dead.
Rumors say the palace
if filled with soldiers and
many nobles wearing
all white are headed there.
Master! Master!
- Master!
- Master!
Father...
Princess, what is wrong?
My Father...
He has passed away...
What?
This world...
A hard life...
Thank you for everything...
Leave in peace...
Father...
My father...
Father...
Princess Hwa-ryun...
I leave Bong-ryun to you...
You must give her your fullest,
and love her.
You must protect her.
This is a command from your King.
My Lord.
Lord Jae-hwang,
your father urgently requests you.
We must leave now!
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Royal Highness,
the King's royal seal.
How did I forget that!
How did I miss it!
Your Royal Highness,
No matter what, you must take
control of the King's seal.
Please do not forget!
Everyone listen,
As we morn our King,
Until we have a new King,
and in place of our deceased king,
I will take the responsibility
over the King's seal.
Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The Sangsun,
Take the king's body to the Daejojeon.
The royal guard must protect
the King's seal at all costs.
Yes, Your Royal Highness!
We must discuss the country's future,
all councilmen and nobles,
come to my quarters.
- Yes, Your Royal Highness.
- Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The King's throne should
never be kept empty,
I'm sure everyone is aware.
Our deceased King wasn't able to decide
on a successor.
Finding a successor
and filling the empty throne
has now become
my great responsibility.
All of you may give me
your opinions without worry.
Does she expect us to come forth
and recommend somebody?
Who could possibly come forth right now?
If whomever mentioned here
fails to become the king,
will become a target
for the rest of his life.
My apologies, Your Royal Highness.
Since crowning a new king is
such a large responsibility,
wouldn't it be best
if you recommend the successor,
and then we discuss and decide
amongst ourselves?
What do you mean?
You wish to leave the throne empty
and let time pass by again?
That cannot happen!
Your Royal Highness, as you are
the greatest elder of the royal family,
I will follow anyone you command!
- But, Your Royal Highness...
- Alright!
I will consider all of your opinions!
Prince Heungseon's son, Jae-hwang is
now Prince Ikseong of the throne.
He will succeed the Great Ikjong King
and become our next King!
The throne has been inherited.
Jung Won-young will become Wonsang
and guide until the King is older.
It is my command that everyone
realize the newly crowned King,
now everyone serve Prince Ikseong
Lee Jae-hwang as your King!
Yes, Your Royal Highness!
Tomorrow, I will gather the council,
and decide on the successor.
I will ask you one last time,
Is Prince Heungseon's son,
Lee Jae-hwang...
I am certain he is the next king,
Your Royal Highness.
Leave in peace...
Father...
Please...
Forget your overwhelming
and hard life on earth,
and find peace
in the afterlife.
My Lord, the royal councilmen are here.
Tell them to wait.
The Wonsang and
Prime Minister are both...
Tell them to wait!
Yes, my Lord.
What is this insolence?
At least take the
Her Royal Highness's letter first.
He has commanded you all to wait.
Jae-hwang...
As your father...
this will be my last lesson for you.
Let me ask,
what is more important to a great man,
his family or his duty?
Pardon me? That is...
A great man always
prioritizes his duties.
A child must fulfill
his duties to his parents.
Once an adult, he must regard
the King as his parent.
Thus fulfilling his duty
becomes fulfilling his family.
You're right, never forget that.
Only beasts loose sight of their duties.
Yes, I will never forget.
Alright then.
Get up.
Come here, Jae-hwang.
Let me hug you for the last time
as your father.
I, Prime Minister Kim Jwa-geun,
obey Her Royal Highness' command,
and wish to serve the new King.
I, Prince Ikseong Lee Jae-hwang,
accept Her Royal Highness' royal letter.
You grace us.
(Yugyo: The last commands
given by a dying king)
As our deceased kings ascend
and serve the skies,
let them come down
and protect our people,
All of my flaws aside,
I have been chosen
by Her Royal Highness,
and received the
late Great King's letter.
I accept my duties,
and promise to protect my destiny.
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
(Gojong, Lee Jae-hwang:
26th King of the Joseon Dynasty)
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
What is going on, huh?
We should be used to it by now.
It's like when Master
predicted the plague,
he's right about the king too.
Now, now, now!
As an appetizer,
I, the great Red Monk,
will do one! Just one!
Reading for free.
Anyone interested in their
eminent destiny, step forward!
Where's Master Choi?
How gracious of you!
Eminent destiny you say...
I've given up on any good fortune so,
can I just be lucky enough
for a good man to show up...
Auntie!
You win!
Me?
From July to December...
The flower tree is given water.
Wait, what's this?
Why? What's wrong?
Both August and
September is autumn so...
You've buried money to hide it!
But you lost all of that money?
How, how did you know that?
Sister, we lost our jars of money
during the flood!
Yes...
Goodness, you claim to be broke
all the time,
yet you had enough money to hide
in some pots?
Wait, wait, wait, wait...
You're going to have a child!
What? That doesn't make sense!
Sister... Have you been dating
without telling me?
No, no...
Besides me...
Do you have another man?
Who is he!
Geez!
This is all nonsense!
I've been alone for many years now!
Get out! Get out!
- But your destiny...
- Goodness, just leave!
This time he's right.
I would have read the same.
Even our Master is playing with me.
I am sorry but what can I do?
This is your destiny.
How about the Red Monk,
taking over my daily
readings for people?
Should I?
I mean, if Master Choi requests,
I guess I can help.
Sure, I'll do it.
Listen, this man here is one of
the few people I approve in Hanyang.
He is talented and will proceed
with readings, in my place.
Here's the Red Monk.
What?
Red Monk?
Yes, yes, it is I, the Red Monk!
Red Monk!
Now, make a line!
Get in line! Get in line!
Move this way...
Your living father is
now a Grand Prince,
these are unprecedented circumstances
for the council.
We must decide on his roles
and responsibilities.
The Grand Prince will be respected
as the King's father but,
The Grand Prince must not take part
in the council and politics.
I, Jwachanseong of our council, agree.
The Grand Prince is merely your father,
but still a subject,
The Grand Prince does not deserve
to hold political power.
What are you all doing?
Among the King's relatives,
Grand Prince Heungseon has proven himself.
Having another loyal member
to guide the young King and
council, is very beneficial.
What do you think, Your Majesty?
What is more important to a great man,
his family or his duty?
A great man always
prioritizes his duties.
I wish to hear from the Grand Prince.
Of course, of course.
Our young King must
trust the advice from
his gentle and caring,
supportive father.
I believe Grand Prince Heungseon
must be involved in politics.
Do you not all agree?
I agree with that.
Anyone have a different opinion?
Big brother! Big brother!
Big brother! Big sister!
Master! Come out!
- Big brother!
- Shut up!
- There's something there!
- What are you talking about!
Inside! Inside! Inside!
Inside there! Inside!
- Who is it?
- What's this?
What's going on?
Greetings!
My name is Jang Kyung-il.
Your name is Jang Kyung-il?
You certainly look like a foreigner.
But, do you have a Joseon name?
I'm half Joseon.
You even have a country accent.
I've learned the Joseon language
in Chungcheong-do Province
He sounds like a farmer...
You want me to hide you
in exchange for foreign books
and knowledge?
How did you know about me?
How did you hide here?
Master Choi, you've saved many people.
You also have
our Catholic God's love within.
Our Catholic God.
Catholic God?
What?
It's dangerous to even
hide a Catholic but,
What? A French priest?
This is an accident waiting to happen!
Also, you look so different than us,
how can we hide you?
- He's right.
- Yes.
I mean there is a way...
Are you serious!
Welcome, Master.
Welcome.
Master Choi!
- A goblin! Goblin! Who is he?
- You men are so skittish!
- Greetings.
- Welcome, Master.
Greetings, Master.
- Welcome, Master.
- Greetings, Master.
Guys!
Look at that man, look!
The patients who recovered,
are not leaving?
Yes.
Because of your rumors,
more people are just showing up.
We feed them, give them a bed,
provide protection...
You brought someone yourself too...
A Catholic...
Catholic? Who?
The Goblin outside.
Oh! The goblin!
We are defenseless right now.
We must set up a security system.
Money is also a big problem.
We're providing at least a meal a day.
No matter how rich you are Master...
How long can you sustain this?
We should make everyone leave...
It is the best and only way, my Lord.
If you maintain such a large crowd,
the higher ups will not like it either.
You could be framed to be a Catholic
and Donghak party!
That would be devastating!
Let's close down, Master.
My Lord...
You haven't gone to
the Ministry of Justice for days...
You've also ignored
the Minister of Justice summoning you...
What are you planning to do?
Leave me.
What can I do for you,
Lady of the royal palace?
Her Royal Highness has asked for you.
Did you say, Her Royal Highness?
She has asked to see you
in her quarters
Let us go together.
I've heard you were shot
while threatening the princess.
My apologies.
You've always caused problems
with the princess.
If you do not give up
your feelings for her,
one day you might be executed.
Although I was adopted
by the Kim-Moon Family,
I have never been true to that family.
I was like a kite
with no strings attached.
My loyalty always stands
with the royal palace.
Whatever you desire,
please command me.
Is that so?
Then, could you spy
on Guktaegong's every moves,
and find out what he thinks?
Do you mean, the Grand Prince?
Yes.
I've made him Grand Prince,
I am responsible if he abuses
his new position, and must stop him.
Yes, of course.
You are the palace's greatest elder,
you deserve to observe and
control everyone in this nation.
I will always be loyal to your command,
Her Royal Highness.
So the governor of Yesan
ran to Prince Heungseon,
and was promised to be a vice minister?
and all the rich families from
the capital are also lining up
behind Prince Heungseon
for higher official positions?
Many Jo Families have already
been promised government positions,
and the Lady of the Min Family received
a new official title...
Even Lord Kim Byung-hak has
a deal with Prince Heungseon...
Everything is completely crazy!
- What about Master Choi?
- Huh?
I mean, didn't Master Choi play
the biggest role in all of this?
Didn't Prince Heungseon promise
Master Choi something extraordinary?
Unless... He's been abandoned?
How dare you!
What do you think we are, huh?
Our Master is better than those trash
people bribing and asking for things!
It's really been bothering me.
Honestly, our Master Choi solely
made everything for them!
- You're right!
- Absolutely!
I agree, I thought we'd here
from him by now,
but I can't even remember
the last time he was here.
He's probably done with us here.
I didn't take Prince Heungseon for
such an unappreciative man...
Prince Heungseon, we are upset!
I didn't think you could be so cruel!
- Anyone here?
- Oh my goodness!
Prince Heungseon has summoned you.
Prince Heungseon is looking for
Master Choi right?
Me? Are you stupid!
All of us?
Yes.
(Unhyeongung Palace)
Wow...
Everyone has done such a good job.
I've always wanted to treat
everyone to this table,
I understand if you've been disappointed
with me.
We weren't disappointed.
Nobody here was disappointed at all!
My goodness, you...
Now, now, now...
I've prepared some humble gifts...
Rolls of silk and some gold bars,
I hope you can put it to good use.
I knew I'd have good luck today...
Auntie, with that silk,
I'll make you a beautiful skirt,
top to bottom.
In red, of course!
Shut your mouth!
Why would I accept that from you...
Now, now, now, please enjoy the food!
- Yes, yes!
- Thank you.
Please stay seated.
You've had the hardest time...
I've always thought of you first.
Why would you consider
such a lowly fortune teller.
You must focus on the future,
Lord Guktaegong.
Lord Guktaegong!
You're embarrassing me!
Were you not the first person
to announce in front of everyone,
that my son Jae-hwang would
become King?
In front of all the patients
in your new land.
Yes, yes, he did!
I found that land!
Oh, is that so!
What happened to that place?
Since the plague is over,
you should send everyone off?
About that...
Actually, we've been discussing
options recently.
We don't have enough money
to support them,
and we've been considering
many ways to let them leave.
Is that so? Good! Great!
Now, now, enjoy the food,
let me pour you a drink.
Now, now, now...
Now, let us drink.
- A drink for you too!
- Yes, thank you.
Now, now, now, everyone enjoy!
Here, here, enjoy.
What? You refused
an official government position?
Why?
I mean, his son is the King
because our Master made him...
He should be official recognized
for all of his efforts!
A warrior does not use
his blade to be recognized.
That's not what I mean...
What is wrong with you all!
I've defeated a deeply rooted evil,
the Jangdong Kim-Moons,
and have accomplished
my mission to crown a new king.
I don't need to be rewarded.
I agree with you.
Not accepting anything
from Prince Heungseon,
will be better in the long run.
You must walk an independent path
without Prince Heungseon.
I will now prepare for the future.
Future? What this time?
First the plague, now what's coming?
Foreign power.
Foreign powers will crash down
on Joseon.
The Qin dynasty has already
been defeated by the English,
and the Japanese have began to accept
Western culture and learnings.
Joseon is quietly getting
by and living but...
We won't be able to maintain this...
Did you read our nation's destiny again?
I have read the
nation's destiny. Also...
heard back from Joseon spies
in foreign lands,
and foreigners in our country.
This is my calculated prediction.
Beginning with our people gathered here,
I will prepare for a new age.
Meaning... You will sustain
everyone here. Is that your decision?
Master, that's the country's responsibility,
why must you do it?
There's so much to be done!
Managing all of these people,
using more money, creating security...
Don't you agree?
I will recruit among those people,
train them,
and create a security system.
My Lord,
I will somehow manage our money.
Goodness...
No one is going to side with me?
First, how about we name this place?
Name it?
(Samjundo Market)
- Done!
- We're done!
Great.
In the past, our king had to kneel down
to a foreign ruler,
on this very land.
In the future of Joseon,
no matter what hits us,
never again shall that happen.
This name means,
'To prepare for foreign oppositions'.
Master, I think we will be
financially stable.
Does this have to do
with the rich men of Unjong-ga?
I'm pretty good at
gathering rich people,
I will manage to roll our funds.
Big brother Seuk,
you're from a naive farming village,
there's now way
you can match the city rich people!
Do you really think Man-suk
is a naive country man?
What?
In Ganghwa he was like the reaper
from hell to all the nobles
trying to hide money, or pay less taxes.
He was the very best!
The reaper...
Come here!
I'm so scared!
I'm terrified!
Goodness, he's terrifying!
My Lord, accomplish everything you
plan and desire.
We will always do our best
and stand by your side.
- Of course!
- Great!
- Us too!
- Me too!
Me too!
Alright, thank you everyone!
How cute you are!
Pour me a drink.
Go ahead, pour.
(Min Seung-ho,
Min Ja-young's older brother)
My nephew Jae-min,
how good is it to see you!
Let us meet frequently,
and spend time like this!
My father is terrifying,
it is difficult to meet people freely.
But, why?
How dare anyone deny things to you,
your the King's older brother!
First borns like us, must gather
like this and discuss the future,
and help our young King set forth
on the right path!
Shouldn't you pass the state exam
before any of that...
What does that even...
I didn't fail the state exam
because I was incompetent
or anything, you know?
Back then we all had to bribe
the Kim-Moons for official positions,
how could a poor man
like me ever get a title?
Yes, you're right.
Let's wait and see,
I believe Grand Prince Heungseon,
will take care of all of us, King's relatives.
Now, let us drink.
Let us drink.
I'm so happy today!
Where's Ja-young!
My little sister!
Our Ja-young!
Mother...
I had many drinks today.
Sorry for my son intruding.
It looks like you've bought
a lot of food.
No, actually...
They are gifts from your family.
My family?
My father personally gave that to you?
Like I've said,
Our Grand Prince,
will always remember me...
That's not true...
The Lady has always known
about how poor we are...
Brother, you must be respectful
and speak without arrogance.
You little... How dare you
speak to me like this!
Tomorrow when I am sober,
I will go greet our Grand Prince.
Prepare for it.
You should go inside.
Yes, I need some sleep.
I should leave now.
Leave in peace.
Now, everyone listen up!
Gather here!
You'll regret it if you don't!
Now, now, come here.
Now, now, hurry over here!
You will seriously regret it!
Wow, what is all this?
Take your time and look.
What is this? What is it?
- It's amazing, right?
- Very strange.
Look, look at this. What?
Amazing!
Master, look at this, Master!
Where is France?
Where's Joseon?
Joseon is...
Right here.
Here?
It's this small?
If foreign powers attack
such a small land,
how could we stop it?
Teach us more.
I want to learn the English language,
and also their stories.
I want to know more.
Then you must keep your word, okay?
Of course.
We will house and protect
all Catholic people here.
Just a little bit more!
Just a little bit more!
Brother! Big brother! Brother!
- What?
- Brother, that's the Grand Prince...
Wow! Goodness! What brings
you here, without any notice?
Welcome.
I just felt like sharing a drink
with Master Choi.
But, when is this place closing down?
Oh... we're...
Please, come inside first.
Go first and let Master Choi know
the Grand Prince is here.
Yes.
Welcome, my Lord.
- Have You been well?
- Yes.
Samjundo Market...
Yes.
This land was once a disgraceful place
where our King bowed
before foreign forces.
In the future of Joseon,
no matter what hits us,
we will never let that happen again.
This name means,
'To prepare for foreign oppositions'.
...Said our Master Choi.
Come inside.
Wait out here.
Yes, sir.
Welcome, my Lord.
How have you been?
Sorry for the mess,
we are still organizing.
Let me bring you some tea.
No, no, I'm alright.
Aren't these foreign books?
Yes, we coincidentally got
our hands on some.
Western writings look like
children's scribbles.
Do you know what is written?
I am trying to learn.
Choi Chun-joong, you bastard...
You've been preparing all
this behind my back...?
This whole time
you've been looking down on
the King's palace!
♫ 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)
I wish to resign as the Prime Minister,
please accept, Habha.
Retirement, you say...
I was just about
to begin paying you back
for how you've treated me
all these years.
In the future will Prince Heungseon,
be a friend or enemy to me?
The Grand Prince is killing
Neo-Confucianism!
How dare you!
You are all parasites.
Confucianism is the
essence of our Joseon Dynasty.
How dare you not keep your manners
in front of the King?
What did you say!
The people who killed my brother,
is Master Choi and
the princess, you say?
Recently hiding a Western priest,
I want to tell the
Grand Prince everything.
You must not!
The Grand Prince has
a dark and paranoid soul.
You are our King!
About your Samjundo Market...
When are you closing it down?
My apologies.
You're saying you will disobey
my every command.
Did Grand Prince command you to kill me?
♫ Have you forgotten how to get back? ♫
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
(Episode 15)
Your Royal Highness,
I have come to apologize
for previously acting out of line...
How could this old lady
who almost lost this country
to a fraud, punish you?
My apologies, Your Royal Highness.
I've sent people to investigate,
but let me ask you this.
Are the Kim-Moons really behind this?
Yes, Hwasa Kim Byung-woon is
the mastermind responsible.
The Kim-Moons dare to toy with me.
If it were up to me I would have
Byung-woon and Kim Jwa-geun killed but,
our country has it's strict laws.
But certain people play certain rolls.
Am I right?
Yes.
How could a superior of the royal throne
get her hands dirty?
If you command,
someone like me should do your bidding.
If your son truly becomes the next king,
can you really end
the 60 year reign of the Kim-Moons?
I promise you.
All of these lost years and shame,
could you really avenge my honor?
Yes.
The new king will end
the 60 year reign of the Kim-Moons.
In time, all Kim-Moons
will get down on their knees
in front of you, Your Royal Highness.
What brings you here?
I finally am able to introduce myself to
our nation's finest politician,
Lord Haok.
Sure, I've heard you've wrote
something strange
for our family.
I was about to contact you myself,
maybe have you do
my readings and such...
My Lord, you don't have time to waste
on readings.
What?
Right now...
I am here to kill you.
Anyone outside!
- Come in!
- Calm yourself.
Make a choice, my Lord.
Kill yourself,
or kill this family.
This is your ultimatum,
you must choose.
I am merely here to tell you this.
An ultimatum...
Your 40 year reign
and prosperity is now over.
If you continue your political ways,
your old greed will ruin yourself
and this entire family.
But, you can kill yourself
from the political world.
You must accept
the new Prince Heungseon.
Then your family will live.
You and I,
and my family are sworn enemies...
How will I know if you are
speaking false readings
in order to destroy my family?
Check upon Lord Kim Byung-woon.
He must be planning to assassinate
Prince Heungseon as we speak.
You're right.
You and I are sworn enemies.
Your family murdered my father,
how could I not want you
all destroyed?
But I have chosen saving Joseon,
instead of my personal revenge.
Because that is...
What my father would have done.
The old fox
has taken Prince Heungseon's side.
Prince Heungseon,
we must kill him no matter what.
Yes, sir.
Father, what brings you here...
Are you...
Planning to kill
Prince Heungseon right now?
Your arrogance
will be the death of our entire family!
How have you become so weak!
Why are you so blind!
If the young Jae-hwang
becomes the next king,
Prince Heungseon will become
the most powerful man.
When that happens, what do you think
he'll do to our family?
This is our last chance.
If we miss this opportunity,
no one will be able to stop
Prince Heungseon!
Shush! Then what if you get caught?
Who will take responsibility
when that happens, big brother!
I know you have betrayed us, making
backdoor deals with Prince Heungseon.
What?
Your short sightedness and greed
may keep you alive but,
in the end it will destroy
this entire family!
What? Short sightedness? Greed?
You think you're better than me?
You're just an adoptee!
- How dare you!
- How dare you!
Both of you stop!
- Father! Father!
- Father!
Father...
Father...
Father...
What happened?
Is there an intruder?
No...
Nothing like that...
I had a dream...
My father...
My father...
Doesn't have much time left...
It pains me.
I know that exact same pain...
More than anyone.
But, no child can prevent
their parent's death.
We must live on,
always remembering
what they have done for us,
and live our lives
to the fullest for them.
That is the only thing we can do.
A new world will begin...
But I am terrified.
I see a gigantic and horrifying wave
crashing down on Joseon shores.
I know your visions to be true but,
we must do
whatever we can to prevent it.
We must create a better world.
We must.
The King has passed!
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
The King has passed!
(Year 1863, Cheoljong's death)
The King has passed!
Your Majesty...
Born with royal blood...
Lived as a peasant...
Rose to King...
What a strange life...
Leave in peace, Your Majesty...
Welcome, Master.
There's... I mean...
Master, I think the King
has passed away.
The King is dead.
Rumors say the palace
if filled with soldiers and
many nobles wearing
all white are headed there.
Master! Master!
- Master!
- Master!
Father...
Princess, what is wrong?
My Father...
He has passed away...
What?
This world...
A hard life...
Thank you for everything...
Leave in peace...
Father...
My father...
Father...
Princess Hwa-ryun...
I leave Bong-ryun to you...
You must give her your fullest,
and love her.
You must protect her.
This is a command from your King.
My Lord.
Lord Jae-hwang,
your father urgently requests you.
We must leave now!
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Majesty, Your Majesty...
Your Royal Highness,
the King's royal seal.
How did I forget that!
How did I miss it!
Your Royal Highness,
No matter what, you must take
control of the King's seal.
Please do not forget!
Everyone listen,
As we morn our King,
Until we have a new King,
and in place of our deceased king,
I will take the responsibility
over the King's seal.
Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The Sangsun,
Take the king's body to the Daejojeon.
The royal guard must protect
the King's seal at all costs.
Yes, Your Royal Highness!
We must discuss the country's future,
all councilmen and nobles,
come to my quarters.
- Yes, Your Royal Highness.
- Yes, Your Royal Highness.
The King's throne should
never be kept empty,
I'm sure everyone is aware.
Our deceased King wasn't able to decide
on a successor.
Finding a successor
and filling the empty throne
has now become
my great responsibility.
All of you may give me
your opinions without worry.
Does she expect us to come forth
and recommend somebody?
Who could possibly come forth right now?
If whomever mentioned here
fails to become the king,
will become a target
for the rest of his life.
My apologies, Your Royal Highness.
Since crowning a new king is
such a large responsibility,
wouldn't it be best
if you recommend the successor,
and then we discuss and decide
amongst ourselves?
What do you mean?
You wish to leave the throne empty
and let time pass by again?
That cannot happen!
Your Royal Highness, as you are
the greatest elder of the royal family,
I will follow anyone you command!
- But, Your Royal Highness...
- Alright!
I will consider all of your opinions!
Prince Heungseon's son, Jae-hwang is
now Prince Ikseong of the throne.
He will succeed the Great Ikjong King
and become our next King!
The throne has been inherited.
Jung Won-young will become Wonsang
and guide until the King is older.
It is my command that everyone
realize the newly crowned King,
now everyone serve Prince Ikseong
Lee Jae-hwang as your King!
Yes, Your Royal Highness!
Tomorrow, I will gather the council,
and decide on the successor.
I will ask you one last time,
Is Prince Heungseon's son,
Lee Jae-hwang...
I am certain he is the next king,
Your Royal Highness.
Leave in peace...
Father...
Please...
Forget your overwhelming
and hard life on earth,
and find peace
in the afterlife.
My Lord, the royal councilmen are here.
Tell them to wait.
The Wonsang and
Prime Minister are both...
Tell them to wait!
Yes, my Lord.
What is this insolence?
At least take the
Her Royal Highness's letter first.
He has commanded you all to wait.
Jae-hwang...
As your father...
this will be my last lesson for you.
Let me ask,
what is more important to a great man,
his family or his duty?
Pardon me? That is...
A great man always
prioritizes his duties.
A child must fulfill
his duties to his parents.
Once an adult, he must regard
the King as his parent.
Thus fulfilling his duty
becomes fulfilling his family.
You're right, never forget that.
Only beasts loose sight of their duties.
Yes, I will never forget.
Alright then.
Get up.
Come here, Jae-hwang.
Let me hug you for the last time
as your father.
I, Prime Minister Kim Jwa-geun,
obey Her Royal Highness' command,
and wish to serve the new King.
I, Prince Ikseong Lee Jae-hwang,
accept Her Royal Highness' royal letter.
You grace us.
(Yugyo: The last commands
given by a dying king)
As our deceased kings ascend
and serve the skies,
let them come down
and protect our people,
All of my flaws aside,
I have been chosen
by Her Royal Highness,
and received the
late Great King's letter.
I accept my duties,
and promise to protect my destiny.
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
(Gojong, Lee Jae-hwang:
26th King of the Joseon Dynasty)
For thousands of years to come!
For thousands of years to come!
What is going on, huh?
We should be used to it by now.
It's like when Master
predicted the plague,
he's right about the king too.
Now, now, now!
As an appetizer,
I, the great Red Monk,
will do one! Just one!
Reading for free.
Anyone interested in their
eminent destiny, step forward!
Where's Master Choi?
How gracious of you!
Eminent destiny you say...
I've given up on any good fortune so,
can I just be lucky enough
for a good man to show up...
Auntie!
You win!
Me?
From July to December...
The flower tree is given water.
Wait, what's this?
Why? What's wrong?
Both August and
September is autumn so...
You've buried money to hide it!
But you lost all of that money?
How, how did you know that?
Sister, we lost our jars of money
during the flood!
Yes...
Goodness, you claim to be broke
all the time,
yet you had enough money to hide
in some pots?
Wait, wait, wait, wait...
You're going to have a child!
What? That doesn't make sense!
Sister... Have you been dating
without telling me?
No, no...
Besides me...
Do you have another man?
Who is he!
Geez!
This is all nonsense!
I've been alone for many years now!
Get out! Get out!
- But your destiny...
- Goodness, just leave!
This time he's right.
I would have read the same.
Even our Master is playing with me.
I am sorry but what can I do?
This is your destiny.
How about the Red Monk,
taking over my daily
readings for people?
Should I?
I mean, if Master Choi requests,
I guess I can help.
Sure, I'll do it.
Listen, this man here is one of
the few people I approve in Hanyang.
He is talented and will proceed
with readings, in my place.
Here's the Red Monk.
What?
Red Monk?
Yes, yes, it is I, the Red Monk!
Red Monk!
Now, make a line!
Get in line! Get in line!
Move this way...
Your living father is
now a Grand Prince,
these are unprecedented circumstances
for the council.
We must decide on his roles
and responsibilities.
The Grand Prince will be respected
as the King's father but,
The Grand Prince must not take part
in the council and politics.
I, Jwachanseong of our council, agree.
The Grand Prince is merely your father,
but still a subject,
The Grand Prince does not deserve
to hold political power.
What are you all doing?
Among the King's relatives,
Grand Prince Heungseon has proven himself.
Having another loyal member
to guide the young King and
council, is very beneficial.
What do you think, Your Majesty?
What is more important to a great man,
his family or his duty?
A great man always
prioritizes his duties.
I wish to hear from the Grand Prince.
Of course, of course.
Our young King must
trust the advice from
his gentle and caring,
supportive father.
I believe Grand Prince Heungseon
must be involved in politics.
Do you not all agree?
I agree with that.
Anyone have a different opinion?
Big brother! Big brother!
Big brother! Big sister!
Master! Come out!
- Big brother!
- Shut up!
- There's something there!
- What are you talking about!
Inside! Inside! Inside!
Inside there! Inside!
- Who is it?
- What's this?
What's going on?
Greetings!
My name is Jang Kyung-il.
Your name is Jang Kyung-il?
You certainly look like a foreigner.
But, do you have a Joseon name?
I'm half Joseon.
You even have a country accent.
I've learned the Joseon language
in Chungcheong-do Province
He sounds like a farmer...
You want me to hide you
in exchange for foreign books
and knowledge?
How did you know about me?
How did you hide here?
Master Choi, you've saved many people.
You also have
our Catholic God's love within.
Our Catholic God.
Catholic God?
What?
It's dangerous to even
hide a Catholic but,
What? A French priest?
This is an accident waiting to happen!
Also, you look so different than us,
how can we hide you?
- He's right.
- Yes.
I mean there is a way...
Are you serious!
Welcome, Master.
Welcome.
Master Choi!
- A goblin! Goblin! Who is he?
- You men are so skittish!
- Greetings.
- Welcome, Master.
Greetings, Master.
- Welcome, Master.
- Greetings, Master.
Guys!
Look at that man, look!
The patients who recovered,
are not leaving?
Yes.
Because of your rumors,
more people are just showing up.
We feed them, give them a bed,
provide protection...
You brought someone yourself too...
A Catholic...
Catholic? Who?
The Goblin outside.
Oh! The goblin!
We are defenseless right now.
We must set up a security system.
Money is also a big problem.
We're providing at least a meal a day.
No matter how rich you are Master...
How long can you sustain this?
We should make everyone leave...
It is the best and only way, my Lord.
If you maintain such a large crowd,
the higher ups will not like it either.
You could be framed to be a Catholic
and Donghak party!
That would be devastating!
Let's close down, Master.
My Lord...
You haven't gone to
the Ministry of Justice for days...
You've also ignored
the Minister of Justice summoning you...
What are you planning to do?
Leave me.
What can I do for you,
Lady of the royal palace?
Her Royal Highness has asked for you.
Did you say, Her Royal Highness?
She has asked to see you
in her quarters
Let us go together.
I've heard you were shot
while threatening the princess.
My apologies.
You've always caused problems
with the princess.
If you do not give up
your feelings for her,
one day you might be executed.
Although I was adopted
by the Kim-Moon Family,
I have never been true to that family.
I was like a kite
with no strings attached.
My loyalty always stands
with the royal palace.
Whatever you desire,
please command me.
Is that so?
Then, could you spy
on Guktaegong's every moves,
and find out what he thinks?
Do you mean, the Grand Prince?
Yes.
I've made him Grand Prince,
I am responsible if he abuses
his new position, and must stop him.
Yes, of course.
You are the palace's greatest elder,
you deserve to observe and
control everyone in this nation.
I will always be loyal to your command,
Her Royal Highness.
So the governor of Yesan
ran to Prince Heungseon,
and was promised to be a vice minister?
and all the rich families from
the capital are also lining up
behind Prince Heungseon
for higher official positions?
Many Jo Families have already
been promised government positions,
and the Lady of the Min Family received
a new official title...
Even Lord Kim Byung-hak has
a deal with Prince Heungseon...
Everything is completely crazy!
- What about Master Choi?
- Huh?
I mean, didn't Master Choi play
the biggest role in all of this?
Didn't Prince Heungseon promise
Master Choi something extraordinary?
Unless... He's been abandoned?
How dare you!
What do you think we are, huh?
Our Master is better than those trash
people bribing and asking for things!
It's really been bothering me.
Honestly, our Master Choi solely
made everything for them!
- You're right!
- Absolutely!
I agree, I thought we'd here
from him by now,
but I can't even remember
the last time he was here.
He's probably done with us here.
I didn't take Prince Heungseon for
such an unappreciative man...
Prince Heungseon, we are upset!
I didn't think you could be so cruel!
- Anyone here?
- Oh my goodness!
Prince Heungseon has summoned you.
Prince Heungseon is looking for
Master Choi right?
Me? Are you stupid!
All of us?
Yes.
(Unhyeongung Palace)
Wow...
Everyone has done such a good job.
I've always wanted to treat
everyone to this table,
I understand if you've been disappointed
with me.
We weren't disappointed.
Nobody here was disappointed at all!
My goodness, you...
Now, now, now...
I've prepared some humble gifts...
Rolls of silk and some gold bars,
I hope you can put it to good use.
I knew I'd have good luck today...
Auntie, with that silk,
I'll make you a beautiful skirt,
top to bottom.
In red, of course!
Shut your mouth!
Why would I accept that from you...
Now, now, now, please enjoy the food!
- Yes, yes!
- Thank you.
Please stay seated.
You've had the hardest time...
I've always thought of you first.
Why would you consider
such a lowly fortune teller.
You must focus on the future,
Lord Guktaegong.
Lord Guktaegong!
You're embarrassing me!
Were you not the first person
to announce in front of everyone,
that my son Jae-hwang would
become King?
In front of all the patients
in your new land.
Yes, yes, he did!
I found that land!
Oh, is that so!
What happened to that place?
Since the plague is over,
you should send everyone off?
About that...
Actually, we've been discussing
options recently.
We don't have enough money
to support them,
and we've been considering
many ways to let them leave.
Is that so? Good! Great!
Now, now, enjoy the food,
let me pour you a drink.
Now, now, now...
Now, let us drink.
- A drink for you too!
- Yes, thank you.
Now, now, now, everyone enjoy!
Here, here, enjoy.
What? You refused
an official government position?
Why?
I mean, his son is the King
because our Master made him...
He should be official recognized
for all of his efforts!
A warrior does not use
his blade to be recognized.
That's not what I mean...
What is wrong with you all!
I've defeated a deeply rooted evil,
the Jangdong Kim-Moons,
and have accomplished
my mission to crown a new king.
I don't need to be rewarded.
I agree with you.
Not accepting anything
from Prince Heungseon,
will be better in the long run.
You must walk an independent path
without Prince Heungseon.
I will now prepare for the future.
Future? What this time?
First the plague, now what's coming?
Foreign power.
Foreign powers will crash down
on Joseon.
The Qin dynasty has already
been defeated by the English,
and the Japanese have began to accept
Western culture and learnings.
Joseon is quietly getting
by and living but...
We won't be able to maintain this...
Did you read our nation's destiny again?
I have read the
nation's destiny. Also...
heard back from Joseon spies
in foreign lands,
and foreigners in our country.
This is my calculated prediction.
Beginning with our people gathered here,
I will prepare for a new age.
Meaning... You will sustain
everyone here. Is that your decision?
Master, that's the country's responsibility,
why must you do it?
There's so much to be done!
Managing all of these people,
using more money, creating security...
Don't you agree?
I will recruit among those people,
train them,
and create a security system.
My Lord,
I will somehow manage our money.
Goodness...
No one is going to side with me?
First, how about we name this place?
Name it?
(Samjundo Market)
- Done!
- We're done!
Great.
In the past, our king had to kneel down
to a foreign ruler,
on this very land.
In the future of Joseon,
no matter what hits us,
never again shall that happen.
This name means,
'To prepare for foreign oppositions'.
Master, I think we will be
financially stable.
Does this have to do
with the rich men of Unjong-ga?
I'm pretty good at
gathering rich people,
I will manage to roll our funds.
Big brother Seuk,
you're from a naive farming village,
there's now way
you can match the city rich people!
Do you really think Man-suk
is a naive country man?
What?
In Ganghwa he was like the reaper
from hell to all the nobles
trying to hide money, or pay less taxes.
He was the very best!
The reaper...
Come here!
I'm so scared!
I'm terrified!
Goodness, he's terrifying!
My Lord, accomplish everything you
plan and desire.
We will always do our best
and stand by your side.
- Of course!
- Great!
- Us too!
- Me too!
Me too!
Alright, thank you everyone!
How cute you are!
Pour me a drink.
Go ahead, pour.
(Min Seung-ho,
Min Ja-young's older brother)
My nephew Jae-min,
how good is it to see you!
Let us meet frequently,
and spend time like this!
My father is terrifying,
it is difficult to meet people freely.
But, why?
How dare anyone deny things to you,
your the King's older brother!
First borns like us, must gather
like this and discuss the future,
and help our young King set forth
on the right path!
Shouldn't you pass the state exam
before any of that...
What does that even...
I didn't fail the state exam
because I was incompetent
or anything, you know?
Back then we all had to bribe
the Kim-Moons for official positions,
how could a poor man
like me ever get a title?
Yes, you're right.
Let's wait and see,
I believe Grand Prince Heungseon,
will take care of all of us, King's relatives.
Now, let us drink.
Let us drink.
I'm so happy today!
Where's Ja-young!
My little sister!
Our Ja-young!
Mother...
I had many drinks today.
Sorry for my son intruding.
It looks like you've bought
a lot of food.
No, actually...
They are gifts from your family.
My family?
My father personally gave that to you?
Like I've said,
Our Grand Prince,
will always remember me...
That's not true...
The Lady has always known
about how poor we are...
Brother, you must be respectful
and speak without arrogance.
You little... How dare you
speak to me like this!
Tomorrow when I am sober,
I will go greet our Grand Prince.
Prepare for it.
You should go inside.
Yes, I need some sleep.
I should leave now.
Leave in peace.
Now, everyone listen up!
Gather here!
You'll regret it if you don't!
Now, now, come here.
Now, now, hurry over here!
You will seriously regret it!
Wow, what is all this?
Take your time and look.
What is this? What is it?
- It's amazing, right?
- Very strange.
Look, look at this. What?
Amazing!
Master, look at this, Master!
Where is France?
Where's Joseon?
Joseon is...
Right here.
Here?
It's this small?
If foreign powers attack
such a small land,
how could we stop it?
Teach us more.
I want to learn the English language,
and also their stories.
I want to know more.
Then you must keep your word, okay?
Of course.
We will house and protect
all Catholic people here.
Just a little bit more!
Just a little bit more!
Brother! Big brother! Brother!
- What?
- Brother, that's the Grand Prince...
Wow! Goodness! What brings
you here, without any notice?
Welcome.
I just felt like sharing a drink
with Master Choi.
But, when is this place closing down?
Oh... we're...
Please, come inside first.
Go first and let Master Choi know
the Grand Prince is here.
Yes.
Welcome, my Lord.
- Have You been well?
- Yes.
Samjundo Market...
Yes.
This land was once a disgraceful place
where our King bowed
before foreign forces.
In the future of Joseon,
no matter what hits us,
we will never let that happen again.
This name means,
'To prepare for foreign oppositions'.
...Said our Master Choi.
Come inside.
Wait out here.
Yes, sir.
Welcome, my Lord.
How have you been?
Sorry for the mess,
we are still organizing.
Let me bring you some tea.
No, no, I'm alright.
Aren't these foreign books?
Yes, we coincidentally got
our hands on some.
Western writings look like
children's scribbles.
Do you know what is written?
I am trying to learn.
Choi Chun-joong, you bastard...
You've been preparing all
this behind my back...?
This whole time
you've been looking down on
the King's palace!
♫ 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)
I wish to resign as the Prime Minister,
please accept, Habha.
Retirement, you say...
I was just about
to begin paying you back
for how you've treated me
all these years.
In the future will Prince Heungseon,
be a friend or enemy to me?
The Grand Prince is killing
Neo-Confucianism!
How dare you!
You are all parasites.
Confucianism is the
essence of our Joseon Dynasty.
How dare you not keep your manners
in front of the King?
What did you say!
The people who killed my brother,
is Master Choi and
the princess, you say?
Recently hiding a Western priest,
I want to tell the
Grand Prince everything.
You must not!
The Grand Prince has
a dark and paranoid soul.
You are our King!
About your Samjundo Market...
When are you closing it down?
My apologies.
You're saying you will disobey
my every command.
Did Grand Prince command you to kill me?
♫ Have you forgotten how to get back? ♫