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3 years later Eat a lot.
There is still plenty of wine and meat from His Majesty.
3 years sure passed quickly.
I know.
It was nice not to have any battles, right?
I know.
It would be nice to live in a country without any battles.
I'm so tired of battles.
You don't have to worry. His Majesty and our soldiers are strong.
We are just as ready as Houyan, so don't worry.
Sure, cavalry soldiers can be infantrymen and vice versa.
The Goguryeo army is much better now.
But if there is a battle, people will die.
Whether it's my child or someone else's.
Whether it's a citizen of Goguryeo or a citizen of another country.
The people suffer.
Don't worry.
His Majesty will create a world without any battles.
Hurray for His Majesty!
You sure said that well.
You're so sweet.
Isn't she?
Here, eat this.
Don't worry.
Let's drink some wine.
Ari, give me a drink.
She's pouring me a drink.
Oh!
Seokgae, accept a drink from me.
Gee...
Ooh!
Zhongsan, capital of Houyan
Your Majesty, all preparations are complete as you ordered.
How many soldiers?
200,000.
They are elite soldiers who trained for 3 years.
When the military rations arrive from Liuju, we can leave any time.
Good job, everyone.
I waited for this day.
I will conquer Goguryeo and achieve my father's dream.
We will do our best, Your Majesty.
I will pick a fortuitous day. Make sure this doesn't get out.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Murong Bao's quarters, Houyan palace
Another battle against Goguryeo?
You want to start another battle and make all those people suffer?
What brings you here?
I'm not that good at sewing, but I made you nightwear.
Nightwear?
I thought it would be nice if you wore it to sleep.
Thank you.
Then I'll get going.
She's trying so hard to change your mind.
You must not put down your guard against her.
You should restrict her access to your quarters, too.
Are you interfering with my personal life?
That's not what I mean.
Your Majesty, don't take general Fengba's words lightly.
You're keeping a distance from her because you don't trust her heart.
I will take care of that matter.
You must not put down your guard against her.
You should restrict her access to your quarters, too.
My plans to attack Goguryeo...
Damju's quarters, Houyan palace
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty...
Why are you still a citizen of Goguryeo?
Your Majesty.
Why do you make me doubt the woman I love?
Why do you make me a fool who has to put up his guard against the woman he loves?
Look at this ink.
How long are you going to betray me?
If I abandoned Goguryeo just like that and was submissive to you,
would you have valued me?
What?
I might not be conceding, but neither are you.
Why do you only ask me to give up for the sake of love?
You are the one who never kept your promises to Goguryeo.
You're the one who betrayed me.
Are you taking revenge?
Do I have to kill you before you will stop being so foolish?
If my dying could stop this battle, I will betray you again and again.
What?
A battle wouldn't do Houyan or Goguryeo any good.
It would only be bloodshed for both countries.
Kind of like our relationship.
Quiet!
I'm going to capture Damdeok and kill you with him.
Just wait.
- Is anyone outside? - Yes.
Your Majesty.
Don't let her see the prince and keep her confined here.
Your Majesty...
Anyone who disobeys this order will lose his head.
Is that understood?
Yes, Your Majesty.
Gungnaeseong, capital of Goguryeo
It's a letter from Damju saying Houyan is going to attack Yodongseong.
It shows the direction of attack along with military operations.
We should send reinforcements to Yodongseong.
I will have soldiers ready at the nearby fortresses.
Your Majesty, they have been grinding their teeth for a long time.
It's strange that they would attack Yodongseong when every attempt they made to take it has failed.
It's information from Princess Damju. What's the worry?
You worry too much.
General Hwang isn't wrong.
The princess has been suspected of being a spy.
They probably still have doubts.
Yes, Your Majesty.
How did she get such important information?
I'm wondering if it's a ploy on Houyan's part.
That makes sense.
But Houyan can't guarantee a victory without taking Yodongseong.
That's true.
That's why Houyan attacked Yodongseong several times.
Let's go to Yodongseong.
We have to strengthen our defenses.
We'll also have to come up with an alternative plan.
An alternative plan?
We shouldn't just rely on the information Damju sent.
Have the army prepared to move quickly in any situation.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Bu Yeohong's quarters, Gungnaeseong, Goguryeo
Did you want to see me?
This is an important letter.
The Goguryeo court is watching us.
Ha Muji's men might follow you.
I made preparations to distract them.
You must get that to His Majesty. Is that understood?
Yes, sir.
Damdeok's office
Your Majesty.
We've made all the preparations.
There is something I have to tell you before we head off to battle.
Is it about Baekje and Bu Yeohong?
How did you know that?
I heard that Asin is raising power.
He is trading frequently with Wae. (Wae: Japan)
That's not all, Your Majesty.
Wae relies on Baekje for a lot of things.
Baekje could give orders.
This battle is different.
Houyan waited 3 years for this.
If Baekje decides to go against us, it could be fatal for Goguryeo.
My concern is that Asin is hearing about everything that's going on in our court.
We can't rush to believe that Bu Yeohong is fully loyal to us.
That's why I'm going to bring Bu Yeohong with us.
That way, we can watch how Baekje is moving.
You are right.
He shouldn't be able to send secrets freely if he's near you.
That's not all.
If we fight Houyan, the news will spread to Baekje quickly.
We will have good use for Bu Yeohong.
You'll see when the time comes.
Zhongsan, capital of Houyan
Your Majesty, we have all our rations and received a fortuitous date.
Yodongseong will be in your hands soon.
We're not going to Yodongseong.
Regardless of the reason for your change of heart,
Yodongseong is an important advance base for Goguryeo.
You will not be able to conquer Goguryeo without Yodongseong.
I don't want a long battle at Yodongseong.
I want to advance quickly to Gungnaeseong.
I'm going to attack Sinseong which is closest to Gungnaeseong.
I will get Damdeok's head.
Sinseong might be closest to Gungnaeseong,
but there are over dozens of fortresses we have to take to reach Gungnaeseong.
It won't be easy to take them all.
Murong Huan took Sinseong and had the king of Goguryeo surrender.
We can achieve victory if we take Sinseong and Namsoseong.
Goguryeo is going to expect us to attack Yodongseong.
If they send all their soldiers there, it will be an advantage for us.
The fate of Houyan depends on this battle.
Sinseong and Namsoseong are close to the Biryeo border.
You have to think about that.
We can tie them down if we send 30,000 soldiers to the border.
If you're afraid because there are dozens of fortresses along the way,
how do you expect to take Gungnaeseong?
I will take the lead in attacking Sinseong and Namsoseong.
I'm glad to hear that.
What about the rest of you?
We will obey your command.
We will take Sinseong and Namsoseong by surprise
and advance all the way to Gungnaeseong.
Murong Xi will take the lead.
I am honored, Your Majesty.
Wiryeseong, capital of Baekje
Your Majesty.
The heavens haven't abandoned us yet.
Is general Soga Sen from Wae still here?
Yes, he's in the envoys' quarters.
I would like to meet him covertly.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Did you just say you want us to attack Silla?
It can't just be plundering.
It has to be cruel and threatening enough to shake up Silla.
Yes, Your Majesty.
The king of Goguryeo will make a move to help Silla.
That's what I want.
Reinforcements will come from Goguryeo, but Damdeok won't come.
There is going to be a battle between Houyan and Goguryeo.
Wae can take Silla and Baekje can take Goguryeo.
You have a fine plan.
But this battle is dangerous for us, too.
Is there something you want?
If you could be generous enough to teach us your advanced shipbuilding skills...
Okay, you have my word.
I will obey your command.
Secret room near Wiryeseong
I asked you all here to fight a battle against Goguryeo.
That will put our people in misery.
Many people are worried that our rich land will become barren.
Don't worry about that.
The battleground will be Silla and Goguryeo.
While Wae attacks Silla, we will advance to Goguryeo.
An agreement has already been reached with Wae.
If Silla is attacked, Goguryeo will send reinforcements.
They will have to divide their forces since they will also be fighting Houyan.
That's what we're aiming for.
At this rate, there is no future for Baekje.
Damdeok has recognized our autonomy,
but with more power, Baekje will be completely absorbed by Goguryeo.
Baekje will disappear into history.
Battle is going to break out between Goguryeo and Houyan soon.
This is an opportunity from the heavens.
Is that understood?
We will obey your command.
Damdeok, I will repay you for all the humiliation I suffered.
Just wait.
Your Majesty! Your Majesty! Command center, Yodongseong, Goguryeo
Houyan attacked Sinseong.
It's Sinseong.
Sinseong?
Houyan attacked Sinseong?
Yes, Your Majesty.
The Houyan army attacked and Sinseong has been taken.
They made a surprise attack.
General Hwang was right.
If they took Sinseong, they will aim for Namsoseong next.
Let's go to Namsoseong.
Get the soldiers ready.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Namsoseong...
Sinseong and Namsoseong were in today's northeast region of China.
They were close to Biryeo and necessary for the defense of Goguryeo.
Houyan decided Goguryeo couldn't not be conquered just by attacking Yodongseong.
Sinseong and Namsoseong were targeted to attack Gungnaeseong.
Command center, Namsoseong, Goguryeo
Your Majesty, please kill me.
I am so sorry.
I know Houyan has a large army, but how can Sinseong be taken in a day?
There weren't any attacks since Biryeo was conquered.
The soldiers lacked preparation.
You call that an excuse?
I ordered all fortresses to be prepared for the battle against Houyan.
I am so sorry.
I deserve to die.
The problem isn't Sinseong. It is Namsoseong.
That's right.
If we lose Namsoseong, Gungnaeseong will be in danger.
We need to come up with a plan.
How about asking Biryeo and Mohe to attack from behind?
No.
Houyan is well prepared.
They would be ready for that.
They must have measures in place.
What do you suggest?
They brought a large army.
They must be receiving military rations.
We need to cut off their supply line.
Anyone can say that.
How can we find it and cut it off?
We should cut it off, but they will be prepared for that.
Do you have another plan?
We need to be on the counteroffensive.
We should attack first.
Your Majesty! Your Majesty!
There is a message from Yodongseong.
What is it?
They are prepared to attack and have left.
Who says we have to wait for Houyan to attack?
Their advance base was always Sukgunseong.
Sukgunseong?
You want to attack Sukgunseong?
That's right.
The best defense is an attack.
They might be relaxed now, but they will be in confusion soon.
Houyan command, Sinseong
You had great insight.
Goguryeo didn't expect us to attack Sinseong.
They weren't prepared at all.
We took Sinseong, but if we can't take Namsoseong,
we will never be successful with attacking Gungnaeseong.
We have to rush the attack on Namsoseong.
Do you have a plan?
They have no way of getting water if it is cut off.
Military rations won't be any use without water.
General Fengba.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Take the main unit and cut off their water.
Use any means possible.
Yes, Your Majesty.
What about our rations that are being sent from Houyan?
They were sent three days ago.
Damdeok, it won't be long.
Namsoseong, Goguryeo
Your Majesty! Your Majesty!
The soldiers at Namsoseong fell ill for some reason.
Hundreds of them are sick.
What?
They don't know the cause?
The soldiers are suffering from diarrhea and stomach pains.
It's the water.
That is the only reason for so many soldiers to get sick at once.
Houyan soldiers are using the water.
Cut off all water supplies.
Check the water that is stored in camp.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I will tell the soldiers not to drink the water and check on the sick soldiers.
Do that.
Your Majesty! Your Majesty!
Your Majesty.
What is it?
Silseong is here from Silla.
Silseong?
Yes, Your Majesty.
Your Majesty.
Silseong.
What brings you here?
Please help Silla.
Wae invaded us.
Our people are being slaughtered.
We are your people. Please help us.
The wind is cold.
Is everyone waiting for me?
Yes, Your Majesty.
I'm sure they will be against helping Silla.
We are in a critical situation ourselves.
There is a way to get Houyan and save Silla.
Houyan doesn't know we are headed to Sukgunseong.
We can use that to our advantage.
Make them retreat on their own?
The opposite.
I don't know why Baekje did this, but it won't go as you wish.
Watch what you say!
Who are you trying to blame for your inability to stop plundering?
It is Wae!
It isn't just plundering.
Government buildings were attacked and Geumseong is being threatened.
How can you call that plundering?
It's because Silla is weak.
Look here!
Stop it!
Silseong, stop.
But, Your Majesty...
I'm going to help Silla.
You want to give up the battle against Houyan to help Silla?
Silla is an alliance of Goguryeo.
The people of Silla are my people, too.
General Hwang.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I am designating you commander of the Goguryeo army as of now.
The commander has all military power over the army.
It cannot be disputed.
General Hwang will command everything here in the north.
But, Your Majesty...
You're not confident?
It's not that.
It's...
Commander Hwang will be in charge.
It is a position of great honor and heavy responsibilities.
This is a military order.
I will not allow defeat.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I will give my life to defend the north.
We might be fewer in number,
but our soldiers are braver and more loyal than Houyan soldiers.
They trained for 3 years to fight against Houyan.
As long as they remember that, there will be no defeat for Goguryeo.
You have our full loyalty.
Houyan command, Sinseong
We are going to attack Damdeok.
Damdeok might be here with the Goguryeo army,
but we secured a base and are more at an advantage.
This is just the beginning.
We will go all the way to Gungnaeseong.
Was the water cut off at Namsoseong?
The small streams were cut off. The main stream will be cut off today.
Namsoseong will be in great confusion tomorrow.
According to scouts, the Goguryeo camp is already in confusion.
They will fall in time.
Good job.
Nothing would be better than achieving a victory while minimizing our losses.
That's right, Your Majesty.
We just have to wait until they come out and surrender.
No.
We won't wait.
We have to attack.
Waiting will just give them time.
We don't know what Damdeok will plan in that time.
We must not give them any time at all.
We have to keep going.
Keep attacking.
Slaughter them all.
Give an order to attack!
Yes, Your Majesty.
Damdeok...
Damdeok!
Your Majesty! Your Majesty!
Command center, Namsoseong, Goguryeo
Your Majesty, we're in trouble.
What is it?
Houyan is attacking Namsoseong.
We have to move as planned.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I will take care of it.
Everything must go accordingly as planned.
Yes, Your Majesty.
I discussed it with Ha Muji last night.
Hurry.
We have to go.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Damdeok!
Where is Damdeok?
It looks like he already retreated.
Your Majesty!
Our soldiers are chasing the king of Goguryeo.
Where?
I'm going to kill him myself.
Follow me.
Your Majesty.
Damdeok.
Murong Bao.
I waited for this day.
Come on.
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