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Episode 29
Charge!
Chamgunnim!
Balso!
Don't go after them!
You must let them survive, if things are to go our way.
What happened?
We succeeded.
His Majesty is waiting for you.
Your Majesty.
His Highness drove away the Black Shadows on their way to the shrine.
Do you really think King Daeso and Baegeuk will act exactly as you suspected?
I understand how hazardous this plan might be.
But this is all we have to overcome this crisis.
Fine.
I shall need no more reports from you.
You may now decide and proceed as you wish.
*Gunguk Jeongsa: official responsible for all military matters in the country
I hereby proclaim you as Chief Grand Marshal*.
With this position,
you shall now be entrusted with governing this country on my behalf.
Not only military matters, but every and all state affairs shall now...
be under your command.
How could I act on your behalf, Your Majesty?
May you retract your order, Sire.
Aren't you already carrying the torch which shall kindle our future?
I shall follow and trust your every decision,
so do not be daunted by this task, and solve this impasse on your terms.
Your Majesty!
The reason I bestowed such a crucial position upon you...
is because something else requires my attention.
Do not hesitate, and heed my command.
I didn't expect this myself and I am dazed by it,
but it just goes to show how much faith His Majesty has in you.
The reason I could fulfill my duties as Crown Prince...
was because His Majesty was there to correct my mistakes.
But...
as Chief Grand Marshal, my own will and judgment alone shall...
carry the future of this country in my hands.
It was something you had to face, one day or another.
That is what you must do to abandon the vestiges of your nefarious fate,
and start walking your own path as our future ruler.
What is most important now is for you, Your Highness,
to trust yourself first and foremost.
Chef Grand Marshal?!
Chief!
Chief... Grand...
So what does that mean?
So... that would be, His Majesty taking a step backwards,
while His Highness decides all matters on his behalf.
What you mean is, it would be akin to abdicating the throne?
Well... something like that.
Then, is this a good or bad thing for His Highness?
Just as the rebel forces might invade Jolbon any day,
how could it possibly get any worse?
His Majesty is lending him such support,
so all we need to do is continue following His Highness.
Ohh... Maro! His Highness was just proclaimed...
- Where is His Highness? - What's the matter?
Is anything wrong?
Your Highness.
Lady Yeon's whereabouts are uncertain.
What are you talking about?
She had left the palace with Monggeum, but still hasn't returned.
Take her out!
I shall spare your life.
What is it that you plan to do?
I will send you back to where you came from.
If you wish to survive, return to Buyeo,
and never show your face around here.
Bring her to the capital!
I implore you... Let me remain here!
Even if I can't see His Highness, I shall not complain.
Just allow me to remain in Goguryeo.
As long as I grace these lands, you shall never see him again.
- Take her away! - Yes!
Your Majesty!
Your Majesty, Prince Dojin has returned.
Ohh... let him in, now.
How did it go?
Have you brought me the Heavenly Sword?
I failed, Sire.
You failed?!
We were ambushed on our way to the shrine by Muhyul,
and all the Black Shadows were annihilated.
You let Muhyul do that to you again?!
Give me another chance, Your Majesty!
I shall bring you back that sword, whatever it takes!
There is no need.
I shall no longer bear to see Muhyul's rampageous affronts!
I shall destroy Jolbon, and find that sword myself!
- Chief Retainer. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Immediately summon Baegeuk and the chieftains.
Your Excellency.
King Daeso summoned a Council meeting.
And what is the reason for that?
We still are unaware of that.
How are you going to react to this?
Do we really need to continue following King Daeso's command?
We have no other option.
How can you say that?
He's interfering in our internal matters, and laughing in the face of his promises.
Nothing good will come from provoking King Daeso right now.
For starters, summon the chieftains.
Prepare for deployment immediately?!
What is that supposed to mean?
We shall march to Jolbon,
and annihilate Muhyul and King Yuri.
When our troops stationed at the border reach the capital,
they will join the Council troops and begin a full offensive.
You now must heed my command.
I shall lead all the troops myself,
so make all preparations.
How can you issue such a preposterous command?!
Preposterous?!
Removing Muhyul and King Yuri from power, and gaining control of Jolbon...
is an internal matter only Goguryeo people shall be concerned with.
You needn't concern yourself with our own matters, Sire!
Should anyone else wish to challenge my orders,
I shall behead him right here.
Here... I'm all ears!
Do you still believe I shouldn't concern myself with this?!
Remember that our troops at the border are only waiting for deployment,
and that the capital is surrounded by Black Shadows.
How can we accept this effrontery?
Can he dare slay one of the chieftains as he pleases?
Speak to us! Is this all that your great endeavor brought us?!
Don't you see he's already sitting on our throne?
- Abate your ire. - Abate what?!
Have you seen what's happening? Abate what?!
I know all the chieftains accorded me their trust.
It also was I who involved Buyeo in this,
not to mention bringing King Daeso here to the capital,
so I shall take responsibility for my actions.
We shall not just follow every and all of his wishes,
so just wait and see.
The chieftains' opposition is increasingly serious.
If we don't swiftly find a solution, all the blame will rest upon you.
Were you looking for me?
What is wrong with King Daeso?
He must be aware of what could happen if he riles up the chieftains,
so why did he do something so imprudent?
Is it because of the Heavenly Sword?
And what on earth does that meager sword mean to him, to cause all this?
You'll have to take a step forward.
What do you mean?
I shall no longer bear to see his tyrannical arrogation,
so you must find a way to make them withdraw.
If you don't heed His Majesty's command,
I can't guarantee Your Excellency's safety.
You what?!
If you wish to live,
I suggest you follow King Daeso's orders.
That fool!
We let that fool inveigle us.
We didn't use him, he was the one who used us!
He dares to wheedle me?!
I shall never forgive him for this affront!
Jolbon Fortress
What happened?
The Intelligence Bureau is rummaging the entire fortress.
I must meet His Highness.
- Make all preparations. - Yes.
What brings you here?
I brought you this, hoping you would take at least a brief respite.
Have a seat.
May you drink this.
You don't look good.
Is there anything bothering you?
Your Highness. It's me, Maro.
How did it go?
We ransacked the entire fortress in and out,
but there was no trace of Lady Yeon.
We found Monggeum's body near the outer walls.
Something must have happened to her.
Your Highness!
Is it true the princess disappeared?
If they killed Monggeum, what if something happened to her as well?
There is no way.
We want to believe so ourselves, but what can we do now?
They found Monggeum's body on a pathway to the capital.
Send someone to the capital and look for her.
I will.
Is it true Yeon was captured?
Yes. You may enter.
What I can see inside those eyes of hers...
is her burning devotion to Muhyul.
Do you still have feelings for her?
Your ties with me are now over.
The woman standing in front of me is nothing but a criminal.
That moment when you turned your back on me once again...
not only erased all my pleasant memories about you,
but even the fact you were related to me.
I shall not slay you with my own hands.
My desire to behead you and quench my angst is ardent,
but your life is now in Dojin's hands.
I entrusted you to deal with her already,
so I shall fulfill my promise.
Take her away.
The more you try to force me closer to you,
the worse it will hurt you.
I beg you, let me go.
Don't you know all too well...
that I can't do that?
- Orabeoni! - Escort her to her quarters.
Yes!
Your Highness!
I would like a word with you.
What is the matter?
Is Yeon's malady that serious?
It's not that...
Her womb...
I can feel the pulse. She is parturient for sure.
Do you have a death wish?
How could I dare engage in mendacity in your presence?
Nobody must learn of this.
Should the truth be exposed,
I shall behead you with my own hands.
Understood?
Y...es!
You're a physician yourself...
So you must be aware of what's happening to you.
Is it Muhyul's child?
Yes.
You shall now become my woman,
and I shall raise that child as my own.
- Orabeoni! - No more.
Speak no more.
If you don't follow my wishes,
you might not be able to protect that child.
Orabeoni!
You're leaving the fortress?!
It is just as I told the Supervisor.
Where on earth are you headed?
I shall meet the lords of the neighboring fortresses,
and alert them to Baegeuk's treason and King Daeso's tyranny,
asking them to support us against them.
I shall begin with those who turned their backs on me out of disappointment,
and convince them to aid our cause.
You can't.
Your Majesty.
It is way too dangerous.
Let me go instead, Sire.
Allow me to go, and take care of yourself instead.
Would I feel solace by sending you instead?
Father!
Your duty is to protect and support the Crown Prince.
That is, you will compensate for my own demerit.
Do not worry about my safety,
and concentrate on your tasks.
Keep all this a secret.
Understood?
Yes, Your Majesty.
Let's go.
Your Majesty.
May you allow yourself some respite.
Your Majesty!
Your Majesty.
The eventide moon shall soon grace us.
We will find a place to spend the night around here.
There is no need.
We shall leave immediately, and reach Gabsan Fortress by the morning.
That is too far away, Sire.
We can cut across Mt. Cheollyeong.
You must take care of yourself first, Sire.
You're not in the best of conditions now, Your Majesty.
I couldn't safeguard the shining achievements and territory...
the former king conquered.
In the end, I let my foes steal our capital from us,
and ran away to Jolbon.
Your Majesty!
If I can't protect this country,
even survival will mean nothing to me.
Don't worry about my health, and follow my wish.
If it's for Muhyul and my country's sake,
I shall gleefully do whatever it takes.
Should I need to sacrifice my own body,
if I can support the Crown Prince,
I will gladly do anything.
I bid you welcome!
Escort them this way.
I only learned recently that you were in the capital, Empress.
May you forgive me for not paying respects earlier.
He leaves his consort behind and runs away?!
I am related to Yuri after all, but that is not what a man does.
Don't be too disheartened,
as I shall shelter and protect you instead.
If you truly want to show consideration for me,
you will allow me to go back to Jolbon Fortress.
And what are you going to do there, following that miserable fool?
I shall punish Yuri for abandoning you,
so wait here, that is what I'm saying!
Understood?
If enduring such contemptible abasement is my future,
I shall rather perish by your sword.
Did you rise in revolt only to give up everything to King Daeso?!
Be careful what you say!
So, I told you to slay me!
Nunim...
It would be wise to stop.
Escort her out.
Your Highness.
What is the matter?
To invade Jolbon, King Daeso is deploying troops from the border,
and even taking control of the Council's troops first hand.
At the moment, he's completely ignoring Baegeuk, and practically ruling the place.
Not only the chieftains, but also Baegeuk...
have been forced to follow his lead without any objection.
They will soon advance to Jolbon.
We must find a solution.
Summon Mahwang.
Yes.
I have a difficult task to entrust you with.
Your wish is my command.
In my decades as a merchant, I've seen all sorts of precious goods.
But I've never seen something like this before.
This is Chumo's Heavenly Sword.
So this... is the famous Heavenly Sword?!
Exactly.
A revelation predicted that the owner of this sword would rule the northern lands.
That is exactly the reason why King Daeso is going through...
so much effort to find it.
But... why are you giving me such precious...
Bring this sword to Baegeuk.
Bestow this sword to Baegeuk, and tell him about its legacy.
You just said he who holds this will rule the northern lands.
But you still... want me to give this to him?
Yes.
What are you trying to do?
This can't be done.
Don't you know how much effort we went through to protect this sword?
The Heavenly Sword is the spiritual symbol protecting our people.
How can you so easily give it to Baegeuk?
The supreme ruler of our northern lands will not need this sword.
What matters is not a simple divine revelation,
but the willpower of people, never giving up whatever the ordeal might be.
If I had allowed that fate of mine to weigh me down,
how would I have achieved all this?
This sword will drive a rift between Baegeuk and King Daeso.
So what is it I must do, Your Highness?
You must give this sword to Baegeuk, and make sure...
he will use it to contend with King Daeso's tyranny.
And will that be possible?
Easy it certainly will not be.
But, whatever it takes, he must believe you.
I shall fulfill your wishes at all cost.
Are you going to Jolbon?
That's right.
Don't you know leaving the capital means defying the law?!
Why should I follow the lead of people who betrayed their own country?!
Slay them all!
Your Excellency!
What is the matter?
The number of people trying to leave the capital is increasing.
If this keeps up, Gungnae Fortress will be emptied.
What's more, our men in Baekam and Namso Fortress were kicked out.
They kicked out our messengers there?
Didn't those lords pledge allegiance to me?
Seems like Yuri is meeting them first hand to reconcile.
What?!
Not only our people, but many chieftains...
still consider Yuri as the ruler of our nation.
What's more, with all the tyranny and arrogance King Daeso is showing,
there doesn't seem to be any hope for improvement.
Your Excellency.
What's the matter?
Master Mahwang is here from Jolbon.
- Escort him in. - Yes.
All that scene just for this damned blade?
"Just for this damned blade"?!
Don't be surprised.
If you're wondering what this is...
Before I cut your head off with it, speak!
This would be the Heavenly Sword, Your Excellency.
The... Heavenly Sword?!
Yes.
I risked my life to find this for you.
After the Black Shadows were slaughtered on their way to the shrine,
I thought... "Ha! That sword must be at the outer shrine in Jolbon!"
"If I could only bring it to His Excellency, he'd be ecstatic."
So, after waiting for the right opportunity for a few days,
I risked my life to bring you this.
So you're saying this is really the Heavenly Sword King Daeso is looking for?
Of course it is!
If you find it hard to believe, just show it to King Daeso.
He'll go completely crazy when he sees this.
And what on earth...
could this one blade mean?
Ahh... what do you mean?
So you're telling me you didn't know why King Daeso is obsessed over this?
Why, you know?
Of course I do!
Hurry up and tell us!
That is exactly the sorceress's revelation,
that whoever holds this sword will control the northern lands.
It was a revelation from the sorceress living during the former king's rule,
so wouldn't this be the reason he was able to defeat King Daeso...
and become the leading force in the northern lands?
Control the northern lands?!
That's right.
What King Daeso is trying to do is controlling the northern lands,
with the help of this sword.
Master! How did it go, uh?
Ever seen me fail to convince someone with words?
- Then... - Complete success!
Ahh... but it's peculiar, all right.
What is?
I did exactly as His Highness told me,
but I never imagined that kind of man would fall for it so easily.
Anyhow... lose yourself in the greed for power, and you end up this way.
What are you going to do?
A few chieftains have started voicing their opposition,
and the people are turning their backs on us.
Not to mention King Daeso, who is pretending to rule this land,
without even paying attention to you.
This is even worse than being a subject of King Yuri.
This sword can make you the ruler of these northern lands.
You could not only control Goguryeo but Buyeo as well.
Should the chieftains or our people know you possess this sword,
wouldn't they acknowledge you as their King?
It's an opportunity you can't lose.
The troops have already gone past the Hwacheon Plains.
They will soon cross the border.
If we are to strike Jolbon, we must swiftly deploy as well.
What are the chieftains doing?
They're summoning the troops.
You can slay anyone who hesitates.
Complete all deployment procedures.
Yes, Your Majesty!
How did it go?
It was a complete success.
How about the chieftains' status?
They're starting to show opposition.
King Daeso slew one of them in the Council Hall, just because he disagreed.
So they're all regretting giving up everything to King Daeso.
After that incident, the number of chieftains mistreating Baegeuk...
is increasing by the day.
I laud your efforts.
Mahwang.
Have you heard anything about Lady Yeon?
That...
No matter how hard I tried, I found no traces of her.
Ehhh... well, don't worry too much!
What could have possibly happened?
Gong Chan is looking for her,
so if she's in the capital, he'll find her for sure.
He's trying not to show it, but His Highness is deeply concerned.
So you must find her.
All right. I shall find her for sure.
You'll meet the Hwanna chieftain?!
You can't, Your Highness. That would be way too dangerous.
Why would you meet someone who plotted treason with Baegeuk?
What if he alerts Baegeuk about this? What are you going to do then?
I know very well how dangerous this is.
But, just like our people are trying to come here to Jolbon,
there will be chieftains willing to join our cause.
But if the Crown Prince stands here only waiting for them,
who would ever muster the courage to turn their backs on Baegeuk?
Then, we shall follow you.
I must go alone, if they are to find the courage to face this crisis.
Your Highness!
Use this sword...
and behead me.
If you can't,
then join forces with me.
How imprudent of you.
Don't you realize bestowing them your head...
would only mean power and riches for me?!
So all that Baegeuk can give you are power and riches?
That's right. He promised to make me Daebo.
You can gain a subject giving him power and riches any day.
But you never lose a subject willing to risk his life for his country.
Do as you please.
- Supervisor, I think we should... - Shut your mouth!
We should have stopped him!
Those who betray once are bound to betray again.
How can you ever gain the trust of someone like him?
Supervisor. Shouldn't we go in now?
He's right, Supervisor. It's not too late.
Your Highness!
We shall soon experience a fierce combat.
You risked your life to kick King Yuri out of the capital.
But what did King Daeso ever do?
If this keeps up, you never know when his Black Shadows might slay us.
That's right. After Jolbon, wouldn't we be his next target?
We must be the first to strike.
If the Biryu clan helps, we can subjugate the Black Shadows with ease.
You must make a decision.
Fine.
Be prepared.
Let's go.
The Biryu clan troops have started moving.
Which troops?
From the Biryu clan.
Looks like they summoned them while His Majesty ordered withdrawal.
Why can't I see any Black Shadow?
Ahhh... we just changed shift, so I don't know the reason.
Summon His Majesty's guards immediately.
What is going on?
Something is strange about all this.
Put the Black Shadows on emergency footing, and find Baegeuk.
Yes.
Something is strange?!
What is that supposed to mean?
Most of the troops stationed in the capital are surrounding the palace.
Aren't those the troops which we will send to Jolbon?
Most of them come from the Biryu clan.
Seems like Baegeuk is trying something against you.
Baegeuk?!
Just in case, it would be wise to leave the palace, Your Majesty.
No need.
Baegeuk can't do anything by himself.
But, Your Majesty!
What if I follow what you said, go out, and nothing happens?
What would that make of me?
If you are truly that concerned, just summon Baegeuk in the morning.
Where is Baegeuk?
I sent the Black Shadows to the Biryu clan,
so we shall soon find out.
I shall handsomely reward anyone who brings me Daeso's head!
Ohhh... what is all that commotion?
We're in trouble, Sire!
In trouble?!
Baegeuk has infiltrated the palace.
What?!
- That vile... - You must escape, Sire.
Orabeoni.
If you go to the shrine, you'll find a pathway leading outside the palace.
Help the princess escape.
Yes.
What is happening?
No need to know.
When you're out, leave for Buyeo immediately.
- Understood? - Yes!
Hmmm... Baegeuk, you vile scalawag!
Do you know what this is?!
This is none other than the Heavenly Sword!
I shall pierce your flesh with its blade,
and become the ruler of these northern lands!
What are you waiting for? Kill them!
Your Majesty. You must leave!
Chief Retainer!
Your Majesty. Let us go.
King Daeso is running away!
Capture him!
Your Majesty. It's Maro.
A message from His Highness, Sire.
He says the alliance between Baegeuk and King Daeso was broken.
Is that true?
Yes.
King Daeso escaped outside the capital,
and they sent him back to Buyeo.
Your Majesty! It's all over!
We must convince more lords, if we are to help the Crown Prince.
His Highness ordered me to escort you to Jolbon.
- I am just fine. - Baegeuk knows where you are.
You never know what he might do, so you must return.
He's right. We have now achieved all your goals,
so it would be wise to return, and take care of yourself.
Everything went according to the Crown Prince's plans.
He orders to gather immediately.
Prepare for deployment immediately!
Yes!
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We must now nominate a new ruler.
I suggest His Excellency as the best candidate.
Does Baegeuk really deserve that throne?!
His Majesty went to the capital to meet Baegeuk first hand.
Your Highness!
You must go after His Highness. He left for the capital.
You must stop him, now!
What are you waiting for? Slay him immediately!
Stand back!
Even if my body shall lie lifeless on the ground,
Muhyul shall carry my torch for generations to come.
Speak no more!
Get out of the way!
Did he go there to die for me?!
If you wish to continue, slay us all first.
You shall not last long on that throne.
After killing your father and conspiring with the enemy,
the heavens shan't forgive you!
He's not going to die.
He's going to live forever inside your heart.
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