Kingmaker: The Change of Destiny (2020–…): Season 1, Episode 5 - Episode #1.5 - full transcript
(This drama is based
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
(Episode 5)
The bruises on your neck will hurt.
Miss Song-hwa!
Who are you?
What is this!
What are you doing here?
Who are you? Die!
Where are we?
My humble residence.
Where's Song-hwa?
Song-hwa and her mother
are safe thanks to you.
Her older brother Song Jin
visited me today.
I anticipated
that he would lash out.
He came to you? Why?
Because I accurately read him
his destiny.
Are you disappointed?
Because I'm a fortune teller?
I am honored my grace.
The princess conversing with
a lowly fortune teller like myself.
This way.
Why?
Help me stand up.
Your legs weren't injured.
I'm certain you can walk on your own.
Are you disappointed?
Yes! Incredibly disappointed!
We were friends, then newly weds.
You were the commanding family
of Ganghwa,
and I was a herb picking
daughter of a shaman.
Back then you never treated me
like a peasant.
You expect that...
I would be different?
Master Choi!
I've prepared a medicinal soup...
Pardon... youth is beautiful...
No...
No, please continue!
I'll leave right away.
- It's not what it looks like.
- Ma'am this isn't...
I know what've seen!
Please continue.
Lucky!
Oh, I'm lonely...
They may look like peasants
but they are Kim-Moon Family soldiers.
If they are out at this hour,
they are looking
for someone or worse.
Then...
Yes, they are looking for me.
I have been caught leaving
my residence at night.
I should leave.
I...
Do not worry.
I was the most agile in Ganghwa,
and now also in Hanyang.
Please stay safe.
Until I reach out to you again.
Why isn't Miss here?
Driving me crazy...
Miss! What took you so long!
I was worried!
How could you leave by yourself,
without your sedan chair.
A princess should not act as such.
If you snuck out
you must've met someone.
Who did you meet?
I will dispatch soldiers to find out.
That is...
Where did you go?
You would've met someone?
At least bump into some people?
I was...
I was with the princess!
I had asked the princess
to drink with me.
We had gone to the tavern
by the Northern mountains
My stomach was hurting
from a little too much to drink.
Which is why I returned first.
The princess walked back.
She walked?
Not an ordinary woman but the princess?
Walked back?
She was raised
in the country side of Ganghwa.
Like a true farm girl
she enjoys walking.
You expect me to believe this?
Why? You can't believe
the words of a lowly concubine?
Should I speak with your father?
He treats me
with the respect of a wife.
Should I tell him his son treats
his father's loved ones
with absolutely no respect?
Alright, that's enough!
You must be very cautious,
my princess.
Why are you doing this?
I'm investing.
What?
I will call for you
I expect you to repay the favor.
Hostess! Do you have a room?
Of course! This way.
This room.
Let's see.
Not bad.
He's staying at the hostel.
- Should we grab him?
- No.
What about Prince Heungseon?
Apologies my Lord, the man
called Master Choi will not talk.
He demanded you to come in person
if you are truly curious.
What an arrogant and foolish man.
Really?
I might as well get
my future read.
Where is this Master Choi staying?
This place is a government nursery!
What are you doing!
(Yujobso, Nursery)
Quit whining.
This place is ours now.
Eat as much as you can.
Slowly, slowly.
Drink the warm soup, good good.
What is this?
Master Choi, you're here.
What is all this?
You're the girl from the pharmacy?
I didn't realize
you were the famous Master Choi.
I have come to ask
for you help.
Our nursery for orphans
has been threatened.
They say they will destroy it.
Please help.
I fear these kids freezing
to death on the streets.
Isn't it a government facility?
Who dare threatens to destroy it?
Who else? The only people
powerful enough to do such is
The Jangdong Kim-Moon' Family.
Don't get involved.
Destroying an orphan's only home?
Must be the 'Double rabid gang'.
Double rabid gang?
Beatings to murders
and even robberies...
Two evil men
whom formed a brotherhood in prison.
They do all sorts of dirty work
for the Kim-Moon Family.
The leader's nickname is
'Double Rabid'.
Twice as crazy so!
What is the reason for this?
They plan to build housing
with heating.
Heating?
The rich have a hobby of building
heated housing to fill
with foreign flowers and birds
then gather to show off.
Putting children to the streets?
For a hobby?
Master Choi,
I heard even the King's relative
Prince Heungseon waits in line for you.
Please help us.
(Podochung, Police Department)
The nursery...
I know of the situation
but my hands are tied.
What do you mean?
Even if we are state police,
what can we do against
the Kim-Moon Family?
We cannot oppose them
for orphans.
Then who protects the weak
who protects our people?
Our people die working, paying taxes,
and even go to war for us.
What is a country
if it does not protect it's citizens?
Please leave, Master Choi.
I will ask again.
Who is capable of protecting
our weak?
I have nothing to say.
Master! What are you doing?
I am writing a letter
for the nursery orphans.
A letter to a person
capable of protecting the weak.
Whose job is to protect
and serve the people.
Who is it?
The King.
Master Choi,
no doubt you are popular
but the King won't read your letter.
The letter won't even get to him.
- Then we make It reach him
- How?
I will write to
all the King's relatives and nobles.
I can't promise
that they would be supportive
but I have to try.
I thought you didn't want to
get involved. What changed?
I am the only person who can help
even if it's futile.
That's all.
Lord Dojeonggung...
(Dojeonggung:
Prince Gyeongwon Lee Ha-jeon)
Yes, please continue.
He is very naive,
does not know to fear the world.
Please forgive me, my Lord!
This is the Lee Family's
Joseon Dynasty.
Do not ever forget that!
I have heard of the inconvenience
he caused you
in front of the palace.
I am pulling some strings
to teach him a lesson.
I have brought you
into our Family.
You have never let me down.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you, your grace.
I will not let you down.
Is that the new gun brought
in from Arasa (Russia)?
Yes, Lord Dojeonggung.
Specially acquired for you sir.
We have prepared accordingly.
Please.
Ready!
Aim!
Fire!
Amazing!
Please continue to keep
our kingdom safe!
Yes, Lord.
Incredible, really!
Let's go in.
You!
Do not enjoy such violence!
It is wrong!
As the King's relative what's wrong
with acquiring new weapons?
You worry too much.
My Lord!
What is this? Fortune teller?
What fortune teller?
A letter from Baeohgae's Master Choi
Master Choi?
Who is he to write a letter?
Now even a fortune teller requests
for my services.
Services? From him?
Master!
What happened?
Lord Lee Sung-jik of Bukchon,
Lord Lee Song-hyun of Unjong-ga,
Lord Lee Ha-jeon of Dojeonggung...
They have all said
that they cannot help.
My Goodness! Start talking!
The nursery... They're destroying
the children's housing!
Oh my! What do we do!
Master Choi, we must do something!
Hey!
Destroy it!
You scumbags!
Hey, having fun?
Who are you?
Some useless family's lost puppy?
You. You enjoy beating
people weaker than you?
It's amusing?
Get him!
I enjoy it too.
So, I'm going to beat you.
How amusing.
You little...
You're going to regret this!
If you ever come back!
Get out of here!
Scumbag 'Double rabid gang'!
You've sent many letters
to the King's relatives.
But how come you
did not send one to me?
I waited.
Prince Heungseon, you have
no power nor money nothing.
You're right.
But what you don't know is that
I can speak directly to the King.
I will tell the King
about the nursery children.
As you wished for.
What do you ask in return?
I want nothing.
But if you could attend a gathering
it would be appreciated.
A gathering?
A gathering of higher-ups interested
in fortune telling for enjoyment.
Many fortune tellers
such as yourself will be gathering.
I was instructed to
bring someone with me.
You're asking me
to be a noblemen's clown?
Is this correct?
You get to protect
your nursery children.
I'll do it.
Alright.
But, just this once.
I will never meddle
with noblemen's affairs, ever.
How can you be so sure?
Anyways, I understand.
I should leave.
A great neighborhood!
Very bright.
Why did Her Royal Highness' nephew
Lord Jo Young-ha
ask to see us?
Isn't it because you
spoke out of line?
If things get really bad
they might kill us right?
Why would someone invite us
to their home just to kill us?
It's more likely to call us to a creepy
remote place and proceed quietly.
Creepy...
A creepy and remote place!
I'm leaving!
Come on,
a man should not be so afraid.
Creepy?
It's so bright here.
- Now, lead the way!
- wait! wait!
- I'll watch your back.
- no, I'll watch your back.
Welcome!
Isn't he Master Byun of Jangwi-dong?
Next to him is
Shaman Jo from Dumo Port.
Master Kang from Ami-hyeon, China!
Huh? Why is he here?
Professor Hyun's here?
- Darn! Get more drinks!
- Yes, my Lord
Who does he think he is?
An ex-professor of Gwansanggam.
Only the highest of noblemen
can request his presents.
He is incredible famous.
Huh? Hey!
Hey! Where're you going?
Where're you going?
Going where? Going where?
It's oddly nice to see you here!
Likewise.
What brings you here?
All of Hanyang's fortune tellers
are gathered here.
How could I,
The Red Monk miss out?
Everyone gathered here is
Hanyang's very best!
Me and all the gentlemen gathered here
are debating if the Four Pillars
of Destiny are right or wrong,
and if they are right,
we must see for ourselves
who amongst you, is the best.
In other words,
(Jo Yeong-ha, Her Royal Highness's nephew)
for our entertainment!
(Jo Yeong-ha, Her Royal Highness's nephew)
Your saying, you will treat
our profession as your playthings?
We thought you might take offense.
Therefore...
Whomever is proven to be
the best will be rewarded.
What do you think?
Excuse me!
Do not treat us shamans as jokes!
The Four Pillars of Destiny
have been studied for over 1,000 years!
Do not play with our studies!
Hey!
Let go!
What about the rest of you?
Will you try?
Let us give it a go!
Let us all sit down.
Let's go.
Come in.
Master, we aren't leaving right?
Why Should I?
This is amusing.
Yes or no?
I've made a promise, so yes!
Yes!
Good work last time.
But unlike before
these people are in
charge of our country.
Are you willing to try?
What's wrong?
I am uncomfortable and afraid
to touch these objects.
Now, let us begin.
Let's see, let us see...
That is King Jungjong's destiny.
(Jungjong, 11th King
of the Joseon Dynasty)
I have worked
within the royal Gwansanggam,
how could I be wrong?
Let's see, let's see.
Can you do it?
I'm not sure.
Come on do your best!
Have you figured it out?
To whom does this destiny belong to?
I shall solve it!
That destiny has too much water,
thus ruins the dirt
and rots the trees.
That belongs to a robber
who ran from the law committed crimes
and died untimely.
He has no idea what he's talking about.
Can't you see?
Look at the riches within the destiny.
That belongs to a wealthy,
significant man!
A large field with seeds,
all the seeds are flourishing!
I, the general speaks!
This man is a father
whom raised many children!
Excuse me!
Stop jingling your bells!
It's giving me a headache.
Professor Hyun, your thoughts?
Please speak.
He is the supreme being.
That is all.
Anyone else?
Hey, I've seen you before.
Yes, sir.
You must be Master Choi
who wasted my time walking to
Wallsong-ru?
Master Choi?
Pardon my previous behavior.
Prince Heungseon speaks highly of you
here's your second chance
Your thoughts?
Just an ordinary man.
He's wrong.
An ordinary man with many fears.
A wealthy coward?
But,
also a destiny of irony.
He has killed many
because of his fears,
could not protect his woman,
but had many children.
Born on ordinary man
but became well respected.
This is the destiny of a King.
Princess Hwa-ryun.
This is...
The King's glasses.
Father will...
perish within the year.
You're wrong!
The destiny revealed itself
later and he just got lucky.
I've never been wrong!
10 thousand gold pieces...
100 thousand gold pieces...
Must be happy, good for you.
I'm happy, I'm way so happy!
- Go ahead.
- Why? How about you?
He can't carry all that
I must help him!
I should just kill him today.
Go, go on.
Son of the destiny we just read?
That's right.
We don't need to know about him
but his son is
what we are curious about.
Have a close look.
When I flip my glass...
Kill him.
I will take the top two contenders
to my room.
I will show them
my father's destiny.
Then ask of mine.
We cannot allow them to live
after they know too much.
Please give me
a sign to identify the target.
When I flip my glass as they leave...
You must...
Kill him.
Yes, sir!
What you have seen is
my father's destiny.
Therefore, when I ask of his son
I am asking of myself.
You're lives are at stake
for these readings,
you should proceed with caution.
Lord Hwaseo Lee Hang-ro?
He looks like the right age
for this destiny.
It must be his son
they are asking for.
His destiny is filled with education,
He has the destiny of
a renowned scholar.
Blessed with many children like
his father he has 3 grand children.
A grand destiny of a scholar.
Very well done.
Leave now and wait for instructions.
Your thoughts, Master Choi?
This man...
What's wrong? Speak.
This destiny's owner
does not have a son.
I have heard enough.
You may leave now.
If I may explain.
This so called 'son' will die soon.
A dead son is
the same as having no son.
What?
This person will die an early death.
What? An early death!
This young man has just turned 20,
how could you say such a thing!
My apologies.
But this person will die
before the year's end.
The Jangdong Kim-Moon Family
has graced you with a foul mouth.
Get out of my sight!
I will leave now
please forgive me.
I am worried for your health.
Do you wish for the reward so much
that you speak of curses?
This man has a very wise wife
but unfortunately does not have
a child.
He is like a dragon hiding
under the dirt
waiting for his time to soar the skies.
How did he know?
However there are only two ways
to survive his fate.
The first,
he shouldn't have allowed himself
to have two fathers.
This man has two fathers,
his birth father and stepfather.
How did he know
about my stepfather!
But that is all in the past.
There is only one way left.
This father must take his son to
a remote place and hide.
Then his son may be able to live.
As my father tried for me.
Alright then.
Master Choi.
You have proven to be the best shaman
in all of Hanyang the reward is yours.
My apologies my Lord,
But I do not wish for riches.
What?
Then what do you want?
What I want is a promise.
A promise?
Yes, a promise on the King's name.
That is what I wish for.
Prince Heungseon has brought
a difficult man.
- Master...
- What are you doing there?
Professor Hyun, Professor Hyun...
Professor Hyun?
But where's the gold?
Where's the gold, the gold!
Wait, I have more important news...
Master wait!
I seriously have something to say.
We have a huge problem!
You witnessed Professor Hyun's murder?
I bet they were planning to
kill him all along.
As soon as he came out
they silenced him and cut his throat.
That could have been you.
Scary ruthless people.
What?
Lee Ha-jeon...
Is he the resting dragon
Prince Heungseon chose?
I'm scared, let's go together.
It's my turn!
(Lee Jae-hwang,
Prince Heungseon's second son)
I want to go next!
You carved them yourself, again?
Wood carving is for peasants.
It is not for the King's relatives.
The other kids do not
like playing with me.
Thanks for these.
Wow, new balls!
Prince Heungseon's second son
is reading the College?
(College - Confucianism)
Could such a young child
even understand it?
I'm not sure...
Those books are for the elite.
To be read by the next King.
As you said,
what could he possibly understand.
Someone must have made him.
What do you mean by that?
Lord Dojeonggung surrounds himself
with guards
and parties all the time
like a lowly scum,
while the sweet and smart
far-relative of the king
reads books for the elite,
and studies to become King.
What a tragic irony.
That is not true, Your Royal Highness!
I had no bad intentions.
My son is but a poor naive child.
Please do not misunderstand
my intentions, Your Royal Highness.
Is that so?
You will always be loyal
and not conspire against us?
There is no doubt about that.
I am merely trying my best to protect
you and the palace from
the rampant Jangdong Kim-Moon Family.
Alright, I hope that is true.
Believe me, Your Royal Highness.
I apologize for you being blamed
because I rallied the guards...
My sincere apologies.
Just stay focused on rising
to become King.
I will do my best to protect you.
Soon the higher ups will gather
to discuss changes in the military.
We do not know how the Kim-Moon Family
will react to my crowning,
we must prepare an army...
We mustn't do that.
If the Kim-Moon Family finds out
they will kill you for sure!
I know, but let us see.
I shall strike them first.
- Owner give me rice soup please!
- Yes, yes coming.
- Owner, hurry up!
- It's boiling, please wait.
(Bunjaegi-myeongmun:
A detailed letter of inheritence.)
Give this to Chun-joong.
What is this?
An inheritance the Choi Family
has left Chun-joong.
Isn't the Choi Family
the richest and prominent family?
Why would they give all of
their property to the young Lord?
You must give it to him.
This will become
a great help to Chun-joong.
This task to too great
for me to pursue by myself.
It's been a long time
I worried for you.
After Lord Chun-joong's incident,
I was waiting in prison
for my execution,
But you were the one
to save my life.
I should be repaying my debt,
but here I am,
asking for another favor.
A favor?
Has something happened?
I have something important
I must pass onto Lord Chun-joong.
Lord Hwan Choi, the greatest elder of
the Choi Family has passed away.
Lord, what brings you here?
Is there someone inside?
No sir, she is by herself.
Is there someone inside?
No sir, she is by herself.
You cannot pass.
Move aside.
You cannot pass my Lord!
My Lord!
What are you ding!
How could you be so intrusive!
Get out now.
Let's go, my Lord.
If you ever act so uncivilized,
I will have you punished in court!
My sincerest apologies, my Princess.
Please forgive me.
I will wait in front of the gate.
Please come outside.
Miss...
Isn't he Chae In-gyu?
How did he come here?
He is conniving and
must have had you followed.
No wonder...
I felt a presence behind me!
What should we do?
Lord Chun-joong is staying at
the plum-tree hostel in Baeohgae.
Do not go see him for now and hide.
First you must lose your tail.
Yes, Ma'am.
Dan-ah
- Follow her!
- Yes, Ma'am.
What a heartless hobby.
Isn't this the bird's cage I gave you?
Are you enjoying it?
You trapped this bird in a cage
without doors,
I cannot let it out and fly away,
nor can I leave it here to die on
it's own...
What a tragic life.
So do you hate it?
I do.
A bird's cage without any doors...
How could you have made
such a thing...
I really hate...
you and the bird's cage
Have you met the officer
from Ganghwa?
No, I have not.
Choi Chun-joong is a criminal.
Have you met him?
No, I have not.
The King is ill,
you must take care of yourself.
How dare you speak of the
King's illness have you gone mad?
If you dare provoke me,
I will make sure your life is the same
as that bird's in the cage.
Do not ever meet Choi Chun-joong
mark my words.
The next time you meet Chun-joong
I will kill him right
in front of your two eyes.
Here's the King's written
message you have requested.
The Dojeonggung spoke to the King
and the King has given
direct commands.
He has banned the purchasing of
the nursery and surrounding lands.
And moving forward the state police
will protect and serve.
You kept your word?
Of course.
You may think I am worthless
but I am a person
with great influence.
You spoke of my distinguished face?
Now, let us begin.
will you join me in the big leagues
and fortune tell for more nobles?
Thank you for your offer
but I must refuse.
Alright...
You should know...
Nobody can deny the world
when it calls upon you.
No matter
how much you want greatness.
It isn't possible
if the world doesn't call for you.
And no matter
how much you deny it.
If the world does call upon
you must go out and give your life.
Mark my words.
That is called destiny.
What is happening.
I have heard a new shaman
saved a working girl Song-hwa.
Along with her was
another mysterious figure...
What was his name...
Master Choi...?
A poor girl almost lost her life.
Coincidentally Master Choi
was there to help.
Is that so? I see...
I hear Master Choi tried very hard
to protect a nursery.
Unfortunately they
are still destroying it.
The King commanded himself
but Kim Jwa-geun is relentless.
As if to feed
the King's command to the dogs
he sent Lieutenant Chae directly
to the nursery to destroy it.
What?
The nursery is
completely destroyed by now.
It would be a disaster if Master Choi
'coincidentally' found out.
Let's continue some other time
I have some unfinished business.
You haven't even finished your tea.
What could be so urgent?
I will invite you next time.
If we are to be friends or enemies,
only time will tell.
Princess!
You manipulate me
with your shamanistic abilities?
I could care less.
If you're a shaman
I am a fox, a 100 year old fox.
What could Master Choi
possibly mean to her?
Stop!
Master Choi!
Welcome back Lord of justice.
The King has commanded
for you to stop the demolition.
Who cares what the king says...
I follow orders from whomever
pays me you fool!
Master Choi!
Master Choi!
Double rabid,
let's handle this quietly
What are you doing?
I was ordered to keep you inside.
What?
Who gave such an order?
Lord Kim Byung-woon!
Please get back inside.
Princess!
Must I remind you who I am?
I am the daughter of the King!
You're insolence will cost you
your life!
- Bring me a horse!
- Yes, Ma'am!
Move aside.
What are you doing?
The King has commanded
for the demolition to stop!
These are orders
from Prime Minster Kim Jwa-geun!
- Destroy it!
- Yes, sir.
No!
♫ 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)
Stop!
You! How dare you!
Chun-joong,
I'm sorry for killing your father.
If you kill Choi Chun-joong,
I will give you a prophecy.
Your children will pay the price.
Eventually they will take
their own lives...
You will not kill Choi Chun-joong.
Your eldest son, Jae-myun...
Already acting like he is the King!
Forgive me!
Tomorrow, Lee Ha-jeon of Dojeonggung...
We want you to report him
for conspiracy.
Each step I take feels
like walking I'm walking on knives...
Dojeonggung Lee Ha-jeon
summoned you and
together you planned
a conspiracy. Write!
Tell me your birth date and time.
I can find out,
if your useless life may present you
with a huge fortune.
Lord Dojeonggung was...
Inside this residence...
I feel the presence of a King.
A lowly man like me,
stares back at the dragon.
on historical truth,)
(but includes fictional
characters and events.)
(Episode 5)
The bruises on your neck will hurt.
Miss Song-hwa!
Who are you?
What is this!
What are you doing here?
Who are you? Die!
Where are we?
My humble residence.
Where's Song-hwa?
Song-hwa and her mother
are safe thanks to you.
Her older brother Song Jin
visited me today.
I anticipated
that he would lash out.
He came to you? Why?
Because I accurately read him
his destiny.
Are you disappointed?
Because I'm a fortune teller?
I am honored my grace.
The princess conversing with
a lowly fortune teller like myself.
This way.
Why?
Help me stand up.
Your legs weren't injured.
I'm certain you can walk on your own.
Are you disappointed?
Yes! Incredibly disappointed!
We were friends, then newly weds.
You were the commanding family
of Ganghwa,
and I was a herb picking
daughter of a shaman.
Back then you never treated me
like a peasant.
You expect that...
I would be different?
Master Choi!
I've prepared a medicinal soup...
Pardon... youth is beautiful...
No...
No, please continue!
I'll leave right away.
- It's not what it looks like.
- Ma'am this isn't...
I know what've seen!
Please continue.
Lucky!
Oh, I'm lonely...
They may look like peasants
but they are Kim-Moon Family soldiers.
If they are out at this hour,
they are looking
for someone or worse.
Then...
Yes, they are looking for me.
I have been caught leaving
my residence at night.
I should leave.
I...
Do not worry.
I was the most agile in Ganghwa,
and now also in Hanyang.
Please stay safe.
Until I reach out to you again.
Why isn't Miss here?
Driving me crazy...
Miss! What took you so long!
I was worried!
How could you leave by yourself,
without your sedan chair.
A princess should not act as such.
If you snuck out
you must've met someone.
Who did you meet?
I will dispatch soldiers to find out.
That is...
Where did you go?
You would've met someone?
At least bump into some people?
I was...
I was with the princess!
I had asked the princess
to drink with me.
We had gone to the tavern
by the Northern mountains
My stomach was hurting
from a little too much to drink.
Which is why I returned first.
The princess walked back.
She walked?
Not an ordinary woman but the princess?
Walked back?
She was raised
in the country side of Ganghwa.
Like a true farm girl
she enjoys walking.
You expect me to believe this?
Why? You can't believe
the words of a lowly concubine?
Should I speak with your father?
He treats me
with the respect of a wife.
Should I tell him his son treats
his father's loved ones
with absolutely no respect?
Alright, that's enough!
You must be very cautious,
my princess.
Why are you doing this?
I'm investing.
What?
I will call for you
I expect you to repay the favor.
Hostess! Do you have a room?
Of course! This way.
This room.
Let's see.
Not bad.
He's staying at the hostel.
- Should we grab him?
- No.
What about Prince Heungseon?
Apologies my Lord, the man
called Master Choi will not talk.
He demanded you to come in person
if you are truly curious.
What an arrogant and foolish man.
Really?
I might as well get
my future read.
Where is this Master Choi staying?
This place is a government nursery!
What are you doing!
(Yujobso, Nursery)
Quit whining.
This place is ours now.
Eat as much as you can.
Slowly, slowly.
Drink the warm soup, good good.
What is this?
Master Choi, you're here.
What is all this?
You're the girl from the pharmacy?
I didn't realize
you were the famous Master Choi.
I have come to ask
for you help.
Our nursery for orphans
has been threatened.
They say they will destroy it.
Please help.
I fear these kids freezing
to death on the streets.
Isn't it a government facility?
Who dare threatens to destroy it?
Who else? The only people
powerful enough to do such is
The Jangdong Kim-Moon' Family.
Don't get involved.
Destroying an orphan's only home?
Must be the 'Double rabid gang'.
Double rabid gang?
Beatings to murders
and even robberies...
Two evil men
whom formed a brotherhood in prison.
They do all sorts of dirty work
for the Kim-Moon Family.
The leader's nickname is
'Double Rabid'.
Twice as crazy so!
What is the reason for this?
They plan to build housing
with heating.
Heating?
The rich have a hobby of building
heated housing to fill
with foreign flowers and birds
then gather to show off.
Putting children to the streets?
For a hobby?
Master Choi,
I heard even the King's relative
Prince Heungseon waits in line for you.
Please help us.
(Podochung, Police Department)
The nursery...
I know of the situation
but my hands are tied.
What do you mean?
Even if we are state police,
what can we do against
the Kim-Moon Family?
We cannot oppose them
for orphans.
Then who protects the weak
who protects our people?
Our people die working, paying taxes,
and even go to war for us.
What is a country
if it does not protect it's citizens?
Please leave, Master Choi.
I will ask again.
Who is capable of protecting
our weak?
I have nothing to say.
Master! What are you doing?
I am writing a letter
for the nursery orphans.
A letter to a person
capable of protecting the weak.
Whose job is to protect
and serve the people.
Who is it?
The King.
Master Choi,
no doubt you are popular
but the King won't read your letter.
The letter won't even get to him.
- Then we make It reach him
- How?
I will write to
all the King's relatives and nobles.
I can't promise
that they would be supportive
but I have to try.
I thought you didn't want to
get involved. What changed?
I am the only person who can help
even if it's futile.
That's all.
Lord Dojeonggung...
(Dojeonggung:
Prince Gyeongwon Lee Ha-jeon)
Yes, please continue.
He is very naive,
does not know to fear the world.
Please forgive me, my Lord!
This is the Lee Family's
Joseon Dynasty.
Do not ever forget that!
I have heard of the inconvenience
he caused you
in front of the palace.
I am pulling some strings
to teach him a lesson.
I have brought you
into our Family.
You have never let me down.
Keep up the good work.
Thank you, your grace.
I will not let you down.
Is that the new gun brought
in from Arasa (Russia)?
Yes, Lord Dojeonggung.
Specially acquired for you sir.
We have prepared accordingly.
Please.
Ready!
Aim!
Fire!
Amazing!
Please continue to keep
our kingdom safe!
Yes, Lord.
Incredible, really!
Let's go in.
You!
Do not enjoy such violence!
It is wrong!
As the King's relative what's wrong
with acquiring new weapons?
You worry too much.
My Lord!
What is this? Fortune teller?
What fortune teller?
A letter from Baeohgae's Master Choi
Master Choi?
Who is he to write a letter?
Now even a fortune teller requests
for my services.
Services? From him?
Master!
What happened?
Lord Lee Sung-jik of Bukchon,
Lord Lee Song-hyun of Unjong-ga,
Lord Lee Ha-jeon of Dojeonggung...
They have all said
that they cannot help.
My Goodness! Start talking!
The nursery... They're destroying
the children's housing!
Oh my! What do we do!
Master Choi, we must do something!
Hey!
Destroy it!
You scumbags!
Hey, having fun?
Who are you?
Some useless family's lost puppy?
You. You enjoy beating
people weaker than you?
It's amusing?
Get him!
I enjoy it too.
So, I'm going to beat you.
How amusing.
You little...
You're going to regret this!
If you ever come back!
Get out of here!
Scumbag 'Double rabid gang'!
You've sent many letters
to the King's relatives.
But how come you
did not send one to me?
I waited.
Prince Heungseon, you have
no power nor money nothing.
You're right.
But what you don't know is that
I can speak directly to the King.
I will tell the King
about the nursery children.
As you wished for.
What do you ask in return?
I want nothing.
But if you could attend a gathering
it would be appreciated.
A gathering?
A gathering of higher-ups interested
in fortune telling for enjoyment.
Many fortune tellers
such as yourself will be gathering.
I was instructed to
bring someone with me.
You're asking me
to be a noblemen's clown?
Is this correct?
You get to protect
your nursery children.
I'll do it.
Alright.
But, just this once.
I will never meddle
with noblemen's affairs, ever.
How can you be so sure?
Anyways, I understand.
I should leave.
A great neighborhood!
Very bright.
Why did Her Royal Highness' nephew
Lord Jo Young-ha
ask to see us?
Isn't it because you
spoke out of line?
If things get really bad
they might kill us right?
Why would someone invite us
to their home just to kill us?
It's more likely to call us to a creepy
remote place and proceed quietly.
Creepy...
A creepy and remote place!
I'm leaving!
Come on,
a man should not be so afraid.
Creepy?
It's so bright here.
- Now, lead the way!
- wait! wait!
- I'll watch your back.
- no, I'll watch your back.
Welcome!
Isn't he Master Byun of Jangwi-dong?
Next to him is
Shaman Jo from Dumo Port.
Master Kang from Ami-hyeon, China!
Huh? Why is he here?
Professor Hyun's here?
- Darn! Get more drinks!
- Yes, my Lord
Who does he think he is?
An ex-professor of Gwansanggam.
Only the highest of noblemen
can request his presents.
He is incredible famous.
Huh? Hey!
Hey! Where're you going?
Where're you going?
Going where? Going where?
It's oddly nice to see you here!
Likewise.
What brings you here?
All of Hanyang's fortune tellers
are gathered here.
How could I,
The Red Monk miss out?
Everyone gathered here is
Hanyang's very best!
Me and all the gentlemen gathered here
are debating if the Four Pillars
of Destiny are right or wrong,
and if they are right,
we must see for ourselves
who amongst you, is the best.
In other words,
(Jo Yeong-ha, Her Royal Highness's nephew)
for our entertainment!
(Jo Yeong-ha, Her Royal Highness's nephew)
Your saying, you will treat
our profession as your playthings?
We thought you might take offense.
Therefore...
Whomever is proven to be
the best will be rewarded.
What do you think?
Excuse me!
Do not treat us shamans as jokes!
The Four Pillars of Destiny
have been studied for over 1,000 years!
Do not play with our studies!
Hey!
Let go!
What about the rest of you?
Will you try?
Let us give it a go!
Let us all sit down.
Let's go.
Come in.
Master, we aren't leaving right?
Why Should I?
This is amusing.
Yes or no?
I've made a promise, so yes!
Yes!
Good work last time.
But unlike before
these people are in
charge of our country.
Are you willing to try?
What's wrong?
I am uncomfortable and afraid
to touch these objects.
Now, let us begin.
Let's see, let us see...
That is King Jungjong's destiny.
(Jungjong, 11th King
of the Joseon Dynasty)
I have worked
within the royal Gwansanggam,
how could I be wrong?
Let's see, let's see.
Can you do it?
I'm not sure.
Come on do your best!
Have you figured it out?
To whom does this destiny belong to?
I shall solve it!
That destiny has too much water,
thus ruins the dirt
and rots the trees.
That belongs to a robber
who ran from the law committed crimes
and died untimely.
He has no idea what he's talking about.
Can't you see?
Look at the riches within the destiny.
That belongs to a wealthy,
significant man!
A large field with seeds,
all the seeds are flourishing!
I, the general speaks!
This man is a father
whom raised many children!
Excuse me!
Stop jingling your bells!
It's giving me a headache.
Professor Hyun, your thoughts?
Please speak.
He is the supreme being.
That is all.
Anyone else?
Hey, I've seen you before.
Yes, sir.
You must be Master Choi
who wasted my time walking to
Wallsong-ru?
Master Choi?
Pardon my previous behavior.
Prince Heungseon speaks highly of you
here's your second chance
Your thoughts?
Just an ordinary man.
He's wrong.
An ordinary man with many fears.
A wealthy coward?
But,
also a destiny of irony.
He has killed many
because of his fears,
could not protect his woman,
but had many children.
Born on ordinary man
but became well respected.
This is the destiny of a King.
Princess Hwa-ryun.
This is...
The King's glasses.
Father will...
perish within the year.
You're wrong!
The destiny revealed itself
later and he just got lucky.
I've never been wrong!
10 thousand gold pieces...
100 thousand gold pieces...
Must be happy, good for you.
I'm happy, I'm way so happy!
- Go ahead.
- Why? How about you?
He can't carry all that
I must help him!
I should just kill him today.
Go, go on.
Son of the destiny we just read?
That's right.
We don't need to know about him
but his son is
what we are curious about.
Have a close look.
When I flip my glass...
Kill him.
I will take the top two contenders
to my room.
I will show them
my father's destiny.
Then ask of mine.
We cannot allow them to live
after they know too much.
Please give me
a sign to identify the target.
When I flip my glass as they leave...
You must...
Kill him.
Yes, sir!
What you have seen is
my father's destiny.
Therefore, when I ask of his son
I am asking of myself.
You're lives are at stake
for these readings,
you should proceed with caution.
Lord Hwaseo Lee Hang-ro?
He looks like the right age
for this destiny.
It must be his son
they are asking for.
His destiny is filled with education,
He has the destiny of
a renowned scholar.
Blessed with many children like
his father he has 3 grand children.
A grand destiny of a scholar.
Very well done.
Leave now and wait for instructions.
Your thoughts, Master Choi?
This man...
What's wrong? Speak.
This destiny's owner
does not have a son.
I have heard enough.
You may leave now.
If I may explain.
This so called 'son' will die soon.
A dead son is
the same as having no son.
What?
This person will die an early death.
What? An early death!
This young man has just turned 20,
how could you say such a thing!
My apologies.
But this person will die
before the year's end.
The Jangdong Kim-Moon Family
has graced you with a foul mouth.
Get out of my sight!
I will leave now
please forgive me.
I am worried for your health.
Do you wish for the reward so much
that you speak of curses?
This man has a very wise wife
but unfortunately does not have
a child.
He is like a dragon hiding
under the dirt
waiting for his time to soar the skies.
How did he know?
However there are only two ways
to survive his fate.
The first,
he shouldn't have allowed himself
to have two fathers.
This man has two fathers,
his birth father and stepfather.
How did he know
about my stepfather!
But that is all in the past.
There is only one way left.
This father must take his son to
a remote place and hide.
Then his son may be able to live.
As my father tried for me.
Alright then.
Master Choi.
You have proven to be the best shaman
in all of Hanyang the reward is yours.
My apologies my Lord,
But I do not wish for riches.
What?
Then what do you want?
What I want is a promise.
A promise?
Yes, a promise on the King's name.
That is what I wish for.
Prince Heungseon has brought
a difficult man.
- Master...
- What are you doing there?
Professor Hyun, Professor Hyun...
Professor Hyun?
But where's the gold?
Where's the gold, the gold!
Wait, I have more important news...
Master wait!
I seriously have something to say.
We have a huge problem!
You witnessed Professor Hyun's murder?
I bet they were planning to
kill him all along.
As soon as he came out
they silenced him and cut his throat.
That could have been you.
Scary ruthless people.
What?
Lee Ha-jeon...
Is he the resting dragon
Prince Heungseon chose?
I'm scared, let's go together.
It's my turn!
(Lee Jae-hwang,
Prince Heungseon's second son)
I want to go next!
You carved them yourself, again?
Wood carving is for peasants.
It is not for the King's relatives.
The other kids do not
like playing with me.
Thanks for these.
Wow, new balls!
Prince Heungseon's second son
is reading the College?
(College - Confucianism)
Could such a young child
even understand it?
I'm not sure...
Those books are for the elite.
To be read by the next King.
As you said,
what could he possibly understand.
Someone must have made him.
What do you mean by that?
Lord Dojeonggung surrounds himself
with guards
and parties all the time
like a lowly scum,
while the sweet and smart
far-relative of the king
reads books for the elite,
and studies to become King.
What a tragic irony.
That is not true, Your Royal Highness!
I had no bad intentions.
My son is but a poor naive child.
Please do not misunderstand
my intentions, Your Royal Highness.
Is that so?
You will always be loyal
and not conspire against us?
There is no doubt about that.
I am merely trying my best to protect
you and the palace from
the rampant Jangdong Kim-Moon Family.
Alright, I hope that is true.
Believe me, Your Royal Highness.
I apologize for you being blamed
because I rallied the guards...
My sincere apologies.
Just stay focused on rising
to become King.
I will do my best to protect you.
Soon the higher ups will gather
to discuss changes in the military.
We do not know how the Kim-Moon Family
will react to my crowning,
we must prepare an army...
We mustn't do that.
If the Kim-Moon Family finds out
they will kill you for sure!
I know, but let us see.
I shall strike them first.
- Owner give me rice soup please!
- Yes, yes coming.
- Owner, hurry up!
- It's boiling, please wait.
(Bunjaegi-myeongmun:
A detailed letter of inheritence.)
Give this to Chun-joong.
What is this?
An inheritance the Choi Family
has left Chun-joong.
Isn't the Choi Family
the richest and prominent family?
Why would they give all of
their property to the young Lord?
You must give it to him.
This will become
a great help to Chun-joong.
This task to too great
for me to pursue by myself.
It's been a long time
I worried for you.
After Lord Chun-joong's incident,
I was waiting in prison
for my execution,
But you were the one
to save my life.
I should be repaying my debt,
but here I am,
asking for another favor.
A favor?
Has something happened?
I have something important
I must pass onto Lord Chun-joong.
Lord Hwan Choi, the greatest elder of
the Choi Family has passed away.
Lord, what brings you here?
Is there someone inside?
No sir, she is by herself.
Is there someone inside?
No sir, she is by herself.
You cannot pass.
Move aside.
You cannot pass my Lord!
My Lord!
What are you ding!
How could you be so intrusive!
Get out now.
Let's go, my Lord.
If you ever act so uncivilized,
I will have you punished in court!
My sincerest apologies, my Princess.
Please forgive me.
I will wait in front of the gate.
Please come outside.
Miss...
Isn't he Chae In-gyu?
How did he come here?
He is conniving and
must have had you followed.
No wonder...
I felt a presence behind me!
What should we do?
Lord Chun-joong is staying at
the plum-tree hostel in Baeohgae.
Do not go see him for now and hide.
First you must lose your tail.
Yes, Ma'am.
Dan-ah
- Follow her!
- Yes, Ma'am.
What a heartless hobby.
Isn't this the bird's cage I gave you?
Are you enjoying it?
You trapped this bird in a cage
without doors,
I cannot let it out and fly away,
nor can I leave it here to die on
it's own...
What a tragic life.
So do you hate it?
I do.
A bird's cage without any doors...
How could you have made
such a thing...
I really hate...
you and the bird's cage
Have you met the officer
from Ganghwa?
No, I have not.
Choi Chun-joong is a criminal.
Have you met him?
No, I have not.
The King is ill,
you must take care of yourself.
How dare you speak of the
King's illness have you gone mad?
If you dare provoke me,
I will make sure your life is the same
as that bird's in the cage.
Do not ever meet Choi Chun-joong
mark my words.
The next time you meet Chun-joong
I will kill him right
in front of your two eyes.
Here's the King's written
message you have requested.
The Dojeonggung spoke to the King
and the King has given
direct commands.
He has banned the purchasing of
the nursery and surrounding lands.
And moving forward the state police
will protect and serve.
You kept your word?
Of course.
You may think I am worthless
but I am a person
with great influence.
You spoke of my distinguished face?
Now, let us begin.
will you join me in the big leagues
and fortune tell for more nobles?
Thank you for your offer
but I must refuse.
Alright...
You should know...
Nobody can deny the world
when it calls upon you.
No matter
how much you want greatness.
It isn't possible
if the world doesn't call for you.
And no matter
how much you deny it.
If the world does call upon
you must go out and give your life.
Mark my words.
That is called destiny.
What is happening.
I have heard a new shaman
saved a working girl Song-hwa.
Along with her was
another mysterious figure...
What was his name...
Master Choi...?
A poor girl almost lost her life.
Coincidentally Master Choi
was there to help.
Is that so? I see...
I hear Master Choi tried very hard
to protect a nursery.
Unfortunately they
are still destroying it.
The King commanded himself
but Kim Jwa-geun is relentless.
As if to feed
the King's command to the dogs
he sent Lieutenant Chae directly
to the nursery to destroy it.
What?
The nursery is
completely destroyed by now.
It would be a disaster if Master Choi
'coincidentally' found out.
Let's continue some other time
I have some unfinished business.
You haven't even finished your tea.
What could be so urgent?
I will invite you next time.
If we are to be friends or enemies,
only time will tell.
Princess!
You manipulate me
with your shamanistic abilities?
I could care less.
If you're a shaman
I am a fox, a 100 year old fox.
What could Master Choi
possibly mean to her?
Stop!
Master Choi!
Welcome back Lord of justice.
The King has commanded
for you to stop the demolition.
Who cares what the king says...
I follow orders from whomever
pays me you fool!
Master Choi!
Master Choi!
Double rabid,
let's handle this quietly
What are you doing?
I was ordered to keep you inside.
What?
Who gave such an order?
Lord Kim Byung-woon!
Please get back inside.
Princess!
Must I remind you who I am?
I am the daughter of the King!
You're insolence will cost you
your life!
- Bring me a horse!
- Yes, Ma'am!
Move aside.
What are you doing?
The King has commanded
for the demolition to stop!
These are orders
from Prime Minster Kim Jwa-geun!
- Destroy it!
- Yes, sir.
No!
♫ 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)
Stop!
You! How dare you!
Chun-joong,
I'm sorry for killing your father.
If you kill Choi Chun-joong,
I will give you a prophecy.
Your children will pay the price.
Eventually they will take
their own lives...
You will not kill Choi Chun-joong.
Your eldest son, Jae-myun...
Already acting like he is the King!
Forgive me!
Tomorrow, Lee Ha-jeon of Dojeonggung...
We want you to report him
for conspiracy.
Each step I take feels
like walking I'm walking on knives...
Dojeonggung Lee Ha-jeon
summoned you and
together you planned
a conspiracy. Write!
Tell me your birth date and time.
I can find out,
if your useless life may present you
with a huge fortune.
Lord Dojeonggung was...
Inside this residence...
I feel the presence of a King.
A lowly man like me,
stares back at the dragon.