And enters her.
That's impossible!
Look, Inspector Kim!
Authors should have some responsibility!
A reader may try to imitate what's described in this book.
What will you do if the penis slips,
and he gets injured?
I will warn people
against imitating things in the book.
You satisfied?
It's anatomically impossible,
and even if it were, it would be a true miracle.
So, have you tried this position yourself?
How can you think that would be allowed in our household?
From the look on your face, you lack confidence.
Is it because you haven't finished the illustrations?
This will cause a significant delay in our schedule.
I know that.
It will be very complicated and difficult.
The merchants will become nasty.
Wait a minute.
Is it because you couldn't understand me?
This woman's face.
Isn't this your wife?
Yes, it is.
I know very well that her face isn't suitable.
Why are you so angry? I was just asking.
Do you know how much she suffered for this picture?
Conjuring up an impossible position.
It's driving me crazy, too!
As you know from my work,
I have to see it with my own eyes.
What a lack of imagination.
So if you see it with your own eyes, can you draw it?
You mean, it can be re-enacted?
Of course not. I was just supposing.
You're overreacting.
When the weather is like this,
her Highness gets a craving for this.
She loved the way I made them since the she lived at home.
Why does she need to see me?
Ever since she returned from the temple,
she's been in a bad mood.
She wants to see you again.
I trust nothing will happen again.
You're a man and it's natural for her to want to see you.
But...
you can hold out, right?
Where's the meeting place?
Follow what's been ordered from here.
Follow an order from there,
then everything will be ruined.
She said for you to decide the place.
So I can choose the location?
How could you do that?
Do what?
Just leave me there alone.
What was I to do?
I know you are a man of honor.
But...
I am not who you think I am.
I'm filled with these dirty thoughts that squirm inside of me.
That's the person I am.
Dirty thoughts?
What kind of dirty thoughts?
Tell me how dirty they are.
How could I possibly tell you?
Go on.
Look here.
Why do you keep looking at me and then that mutt over there?
What are you talking about?
I didn't mean to.
Why get on my case?
Oh yeah, about me doubting the possibility of that position.
I'm sorry about that.
Please show me the rough sketch.
What time do I have for a rough sketch?
It's all in my head.
From the time our country was born,
we are probably the most lecherous fellows.
Don't you agree?
There will be none like us even after we are gone.
Who knows what the future holds.
Please stop looking at that dog!
Take a deep breath.
Do you remember this sweet fragrance?
What do you mean, your Highness?
When I was back living at home,
you snuck me out during the Dano Festival.
It reminds me of the fragrance then.
You still remember, your Highness?
Of course I do.
It was a wonderful day.
It's so strange.
That I never came across this fragrance before.
Can I
ask you
a personal question?
Personal?
Look closely.
Which one of these is the best, I mean...
Which one shows a woman in complete ecstasy?
Here, look.
And this one.
Are you acting like a lunatic?
That one was a bit pretentious, no?
How about this one?
She looks like she's in pain, huh? A bit different, no?
Tell me, which one do you like best?
Why are you doing this?
I asked what's the best one?
This is important to me.
The last one.
The last one?
What's going on?
It's just crazy.
Over a hundred maidservants barged in.
For what?
Demanding 'Tale of Dark Valley.'
Bitches...
You mean, our book?
They read it again and again.
And never return it.
They've become complete addicts after reading that book.
Oh, goodness.
And who is this?
Right, this is the artist!
But why the disguise?
No matter how difficult your predicament is,
you should still have a drink.
Since you're our key contributor.
I'm sorry to decline.
The expression of pure ecstasy.
It was the best.
A mixture of pain and pleasure to the brink of death.
You think so?
I wasn't too convinced.
So then,
you're saying there's something better?
Well, it should look like a woman's about to sneeze.
Sneeze?
Yes, like this.
That's ridiculous!
You mean, women...
Make that kind of face?
What money are you talking about?
What? 'Maiden Ok Ryung'?
What's wrong with you?
I mean 'Tale of the Dark Valley'!
Hey!
So you want it all for yourself?
What about you?
Last time, you...
That's right, you took all of 'Boudoir Tales'.
Hwang, that was then.
I promise to make it up to you.
Come on, give me a break.
Hey!
A huge hit doesn't come often.
Share the wealth, okay?
Forget it.
Wait.
So you really wrote 'Tale of the Dark Valley'?
I loved that book!
You were one of my readers?
- I am, too. - Hold on.
This gentleman made 'Tale of the Dark Valley'.
He may as well have written it. Treat him well.
Of course.
You double booked like the last time when that eunuch came, huh?
Not today, okay?
Hey, give me another girl, will you?
Your Highness, you wanted to hear about current events.
What would you like to know?
Well, about what's going on in the world.
Any subject in particular?
We just wanted to know if you have a special area of interest.
Do you get to hear
a lot of rumors and gossip?
For instance?
Well, you see.
How about something scandalous?
Scandalous?
Yes, that female is surely strange.
There's only one male,
but she couldn't stand him and killed him.
Do you know what decapitation is?
My Lady? Decapitation?
You mean, to cut the head and limbs of the body?
Is that what you mean, my Lady?
Yes
Yes, I do know about it.
Don't they tie the body to horses?
It's not that merciful and quick.
This punishment is done with a rusty and dull blade.
A dull blade is used
to slowly and painfully
slice off the limbs.
Why are you saying such horrible things, my Lady?
If you do not honestly answer the questions I'm about to ask you,
this punishment will befall on you, do you understand me?
My Lady...
Why did those wenches today keep whispering behind my back?
Well, that's because...
You must not understand fully the meaning of decapitation.
My Lady.
Everyone in the northern parts are against it.
But it's where it needs to go.
But everyone in the northern parts dislike the ending.
Look here man.
Just because they dislike it
I can't let them get in the way of my story.
Please, what are you saying?
Our biggest readership is in the north.
If they don't want a sad ending, we cannot kill the characters.
This is an omen of ruin!
How can the readers influence the ending of a story?
I've never heard of such absurdity.
I have an idea!
They both survive and head north.
I will not tolerate such an irresponsible conclusion.
Anyway!
And another thing!
How can the artist be this late to the meeting!
We're closed.
I said we're closed.
'Chu Wol Sek'.
The artist who drew this, did he see everything?
Who is it?
Judging from his skills, he's no amateur.
I cannot
divulge his identity.
You cannot divulge?
How could you?
He committed himself to this endeavor on my word alone.
So your commitment with him is important,
but the fact that I risked my life to come here is not?
That's not what I meant.
I can't tell you his name.
I see.
I understand now.
My Lady!
How dare you! How dare you intervene!
My Lady, do not leave like this.
I'm overwhelmed, your Majesty.
Don't be.
Instead, I'm very happy
you asked for me.
What has caused you so much distress?
It's just so awful.
What?
Don't tell me you're already tired.
No, your Highness.
It's just a general rule to stop at this point.
You said you'd go on until his tongue started to droop!
This is it? Is this all?
For this convicted felon?
My Lady, he's had all he can take.
This man is hovering between life and death.
His tongue...
His tongue is trapped in his mouth as his jaws are shut tight.
It's because
he's afraid of blurting out the truth.
There should be more to the torture.
What's the next level?
First, we break his legs,
then burn him with a hot iron, Your Highness.
First, we need to set him down.
He will die like this.
Everyone, leave.
Will it all end if the artist steps forward?
What are you saying?
He's like this since he wouldn't reveal the artist.
So if he is found,
will he be released?
Do you know who the artist is?
It doesn't matter.
I want to hear it from his own lips.
His Majesty will intervene now.
So get ready.
Who do you think is the most pitiful man in the world?
I don't understand, your Majesty.
I always thought it was you.
Giving up your manhood to be near the woman you love.
How pathetic.
I do not understand what you mean, your Majesty.
You think I don't know?
You fool.
It doesn't matter.
But you know what?
Now that I'm here with you at this time of the night,
I don't know who's more pitiful, you or me?
I never understood you before.
But now I'm beginning to.
Your Majesty.
Let's go.
This fellow.
Let's see how great he is.
What an odd fellow.
Even breaking his legs doesn't make him talk.
You should be used to this by now.
So, what's next?
Next, we brand him with a hot iron
and burn him, your Majesty.
What a very strange fellow.
How do you feel now?
Isn't this enough to soothe your anger?
Don't you think?
We will start again after meal time.
So prepare for the next round.
Careful, careful.
The Inspections bastard writes it.
And the Justice bastard draws it.
Inspector Kim.
Let's see your face.
Eunuchs.
The Secret Police.
If they're eunuchs, then...
The jerks with no testicles?
You bastards.
Why don't you go home and clean your behinds,
and stop following people.
You fools, you really are clueless.
We let you get away.
Always listen to the order from here.
That's because you have nothing down there to issue an order.
Wonder if you'll still talk like that after you're dragged back.
Aren't you worried about what awaits you there?
Have you no regard for the law?
Let us handle them.
It's been a long time since I've had to use these.
I'll go first. You little bastards.
Oh my...
Are you okay?
I'm going.
Hey, Justice guy.
Don't you know these friends?
I have to play with them first.
Look here, Eunuch Cho!
If you kill him,
I might become disheartened and be inclined to say anything.
You don't have the guts.
It's not in you.
I myself don't know what's inside me.
So how can you be so sure?
Let him go.
Get him out of here before I change my mind.
Carry him.
Wait.
Inspector Kim.
Am I not right?
What are you talking about?
A person who can't speak is a dead person.
Right?
So, you've caught on.
They said you were going to block his mouth,
and to watch over you.
I knew it.
Why did you do it?
It's you who said to always listen to the order from the head.
You see.
There was an order from here, too.
I can trust you, right?
What happened?
We caught him and brought him back.
What do you want to do?
Of course, I was angry at first,
but I feel better now.
That was quick.
I knew from the start.
You wanted to hear something else from him.
I don't know what you mean.
I see fearlessness in his eyes when he looks at you.
Looks like...
Looks like you've slept together many times.
What are you saying, your Majesty?
It's the male foolishness that puts the fearlessness in his eyes
after the first few times.
But it's the truth.
Your words are too rash.
Not even once.
You've seduced a woman who's not even once loved a man.
And you used her as a muse
for your writing.
But this woman did not want to believe that.
She would have forgiven you had you said
it was out of love.
But you refused to bend your pride.
It didn't even matter that you didn't love her.
I can't stand this anymore!
Where's Eunuch Cho?
Your servant?
Why couldn't you just lie
and tell her you loved her?
Why do you
make such a miserable fool of her?
I will turn you into a eunuch and you will be by her side for life.
Operate on him.
Your Majesty, he is too aged,
- so he may die. - It's not a concern.
And since he's a very indecent man,
cut as deep as you can.
Your Majesty! I seduced him!
I used my power and my influence
to force him into it.
Can't you see?
It was me who brought this onto myself.
Please excuse him and spare his life.
Have you no shame?
It's the truth.
I was the one who wanted him.
So please...
My Lady.
Outside,
flowers were in bloom everywhere.
You teased me that day.
But you also enjoyed it.
Suddenly a bee flew over to you,
and I chased it away.
It was such a beautiful day.
Since then,
there hasn't been a day that I did not think of you.
But,
an indecent imagination had taken me over.
But I could not differentiate
whether it was love or an indecent desire.
That is why I had such a hard time professing my true feelings.
If my life hangs on the word love, how can I say it?
Simply,
I will keep it in my heart
until I see you in the afterworld.
I will.
I will wait.
In front of me
you say, 'I will'?
And, 'I will wait'?
You dare say that
in front of me?
Anyway, what does it matter?
You two will meet in the afterworld anyway.
This would be all useless.
I am the loser.
The one who loves the most is the loser.
The top is made of china, and the bottom is...
That's enough. What is it?
'Chu Wol Sek'. The last chapter of his memoirs.
- Do you have it? - You should have come earlier!
You're too late.
What a pain.
Wait! Wait!
I'm too curious. What happened to the Queen?
Probably rotting in the palace.
She's just cooped up there.
And what about Inspector Kim?
Easy, easy...
Inspector Kim!
Wait.
Why do you turn your back on us?
Come on.
Aren't you glad to see us?
Indecent
It just, happened.
What brings you two this far?
Did you write another novel?
A high official falls in love
with a prisoner while interrogating him.
He falls in love at first sight.
This prisoner
is surprisingly handsome and has a prim air.
But what's odd about this prisoner
is that the more he gets tortured, the more he enjoys it.
The more I tortured,
I don't get it at all!
- He enjoys being tortured? - Yes.
Hwang, what do you think?
It's absolutely shocking.
But I have a question.
Yes, go ahead.
Wouldn't there be only one position?
If it's between guys, this would be the only position.
Then wouldn't the illustrations be too dull?
You fool.
I thought of a title already.
It's probably going to be too explicit as usual.
Since there are two sticks, 'The Secret Tale of the Twin Rods'?
You haven't changed a bit! No, no.
It's about two old friends.
'Mates'. How about 'Mates'?
'Mates'?
You've been away too long.
You've lost your touch.
That's strange. I quite like it.
Come on.
Anyway, who knows?
Who knows how it might be centuries from now?
The world will be dirtier than ever.
Titles will have to be more erotic.
Hold on.
Don't be surprised.
It's moving.
Wow.
This...
What do you call this?
- Since it moves... - Yes, since it moves...
Yeah, with pictures.
Moving pictures!
How about that?