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Episode 12
Have some.
I asked my father
and he got me a bunch of foreign sweets.
Are you hesitant because there might be poison in there?
No I'm not. There's no way.
I heard that people are saying Lee Sook Won had a miscarriage
because she had poisoned sweets that I gave her.
Really?
It's the first time I'm hearing of such a thing.
What about you?
I have heard that...
People talk quite a bit within the palace.
Have some.
These are even sweeter than the ones before! They just melt in your mouth!
Don't be so alarmed.
Have some!
You don't need to sit up.
You're not even fully recovered yet.
Did you find out anything?
That bold girl brought it up first and mocked the whole idea!
I should have put aside some of those sweets she gave me.
Once I realized what had happened I looked for the sweets
and they had all disappeared!
That bitch probably took them back.
You are so smart, Lady So Won.
I was nervous just listening to you talk!
Then you make the first move and tell them to eat it!
Those old ladies couldn't say a single word and just left!
Did you bring them?
They say if you wear this on your left hip you'll have a son.
And this you wear on your left wrist when sleeping alone.
If women wore orpiment in a pouch during pregnancy.
even a daughter would be born a son.
And if the rope of a bow was worn either on the left wrist
or worn around the waist for three months
there are records indicating daughters also turned into sons.
Seeing how such superstitions were recorded in history books
this was most likely an indication of just how
desperately women wished to have sons.
Lady So Won, the best thing to do...
is to get a strand of hair and a toe and finger nail clipping from His Highness
and put them under you when you sleep. Then you will definitely have a son!
Just how are we supposed to get a strand of hair and a toe and finger nail clipping?
Why not?
You can pick a strand of hair when he is sleeping
or look around after he wakes up and there's bound to be one!
Then what about the toe and finger nail clippings?
Well those--
This is not to be swept under the rug!
Her Highness was sent to Kyung Duk Palace because of that poison!
Why aren't any of you saying anything?
It is a family affair.
So for us to take charge of the matter...
Do you really believe Her Highness brought that poison into the palace?
That... we do not know...
Prime Minister!
I say that because you cannot prove anything.
Let's be a bit more patient and see what happens.
To question everything because she was asked to move out
does not seem fair to His Highness.
It is not something to be overlooked.
Of course not!
Then let's do this.
You meet with His Highness
and casually ask His Highness his opinion.
After we hear what His Highness has to say
then we decide which direction to take.
In the end...
Why you...
More than anyone, the Crown Princess in Shimyang was probably most stunned.
What about my daughter-in-law?
The harsher you are to the ladies in the palace
the princess has no choice but to get nervous.
She'll probably enjoy it more than anything.
If the Queen gives birth to a son
she'll be so nervous we'll give her son a hard time.
What do you mean, Your Highness?
I know you too well, Your Highness.
The Prince will proceed your reign
and if Suk Chul takes the throne after...
Who will even care about you then?
You mean they will just wait for me to die?
Pardon me but--
You're wrong this time.
Then... did you really have Her Highness
move because of the poisoning incident?
I thought you know me so well! Then why do you keep asking?
Your Highness!
Councilman Shim is here to speak with you.
Tell him I'm not here!
I told you not to let anyone in without my permission!
So you left without even meeting with him?
It's something that's a bit awkward to ask in person.
Fine.
Even if all three offices go together
we will get an answer from His Highness today!
The three offices refer to the Office of Inspector General
Office of Censors, and Office of Special Advisors.
The three were the checks and balances to the kings and officials
and when all three collectively called a meeting
even the King had to follow their orders.
Shim Ki Won...
What does he have against me?
Let's take our time.
We'll have to kill him one day
but until then we will have to be patient.
What's the use in just cutting the snake's tail?
You have to cut off the head!
You must not take Kim Ja Jeom to be an easy opponent.
It is not Kim Ja Jeom!
I am talking about a new king!
We must find a new king before the Crown Prince returns.
Fine!
You just act like you didn't hear anything!
I am saying that because it is unbearable, Your Highness.
You may be very young
but you are the Queen.
You are the mother of this country.
How can he make you come here without any explanation?
We must make this right.
Since coming to the palace I have never spent a night with His Highness.
His Highness does not see me as a woman
so what is the use in making a fuss?
Does it not even make you the least bit angry?
There is no difference between the fates of a Queen and concubine.
For both, once the king stops giving his attention
and affection, it is no different
than a wilting flower.
Your Highness.
I must wait.
until the night His Highness looks to me as a woman and seeks my comfort.
I can wait.
So father, please wait with me.
Pardon, Your Highness, but--
Do the organizations have nothing better to do?
What do you mean an appeal over something the women in the palace have done?
Since Her Majesty was sent off to a remote location...
What do you mean sent off?
What is it that you're saying?
Her Highness was feeling weak and ill
so we provided her with a place to stay to enjoy being out.
How could we not know what you are thinking?
Then that's all that matters.
Go back.
Pardon but...
there are rumors Lee Sook Won's miscarriage
was because she ate poisonous food.
You must tell the truth in order for everyone to quiet down.
I do what's best within the palace walls!
Your Highness...
I will take care of my family, I say!
To go against the three offices after the meeting...
It will be very difficult for His Highness if he does so.
Yes, sir.
His Highness's reputation cannot be stained
just because of one concubine.
Was this all Kim So Won's doing?
I'm asking you if I'm the only one who doesn't know about this!
The palace is buzzing.
You made sure to lock all doors, right?
Even if the truth is revealed--
Shut my mouth?
You are pregnant so
nothing can possibly happen to you.
You can die in my place.
This is no time to be joking.
Why would I be joking about life and death.
You just have to stay alive.
Lord Kim will make sure everything else goes as planned.
Court Lady Kim.
I fed Lee Sook Won poison
and then ate it myself.
Do you think I ate it because I was immune to it?
You seem to have misjudged me greatly.
Why don't you try as well.
Uhn Yuhn.
Here.
You're not the only one who ate the poisoned sweets.
So shut your mouth and stay put.
If I just have a son... I will make sure... you are set for life.
Now... let us see your skills, Lee Sook Won.
Go ahead.
Oh no...
You gave me that point!
Oh no! Are there still traces of poison left in your body?
Oh no...
Please move over.
Uhn Yuhn.
She is openly discussing it now.
That Kim So Won brought the poison into the palace.
You must not trust Kim So Won.
She is not a girl to go down alone.
You must come up with some sort of solution.
It does not seem His Highness will kill Kim So Won at least until she gives birth--
No matter what, Kim So Won will have a son this time.
But it still does not look as though he will spare her life.
Leave it alone.
She's a smart girl. She will find a way to survive.
Why can't I find this man!
You beast!
How can you call yourself human!
You need to get one more shot! Come back!
What did you just say?
Just my luck!
I was tired of my life and thought I could rely on him...
She wanted to pay for her shot physically. What was I supposed to do?
It's not like I'm Buddha...
Excuses!
Honey.
Why are you so upset I had a light snack?
Just give me the meds!
What kind of meds?
Do you have amnesia? How many times do I have to tell you?
Oh that medicine!
Of course I have that.
- Honey. - Go away!
- Honey. - I said get away!
So it won't affect the baby in the womb at all?
Yes, My Lady.
If you take that for about three to four days
your entire body will slowly stiffen
and then you'll have a seizure.
It will appear as though you've been poisoned
but internally you'll be totally fine. It's an incredible medicine.
- So one ball per day? - Yes, Lady So Won.
That way the symptoms will gradually appear
without hurting your body.
Lady So Won! You must not!
If you take all that at once--
My Lady!
What are you thinking taking all that at once?
I assume you have a remedy for it?
She's asking if there is a remedy!
The body gradually stiffens and then releases on it own
so I have never had to use a remedy.
Is that so?
Now what do we do? Oh my!
My Lady! You must throw up the medicine you just took!
Don't worry.
Whichever way I die...
if I'm fortunate enough to die while laying down...
or if I'm in so much pain I scream to my death...
or if I'm beaten to death for poisoning Lee Sook Won
and framing the Queen...
I am bound to die once anyways.
But still, My Lady!
How can you take all that at once like that?
My body will rot when I die anyways.
When I die and my body decays...
my spirit will be freed
so I'll be able to spread my wings and fly anywhere in the world.
What's so precious about this body?
A concubine's daughter who was looked down on came to the palace
and received the affection of the King
while enjoying a lavish life.
That alone is enough.
If my luck runs out here I'll die right here
or if my wits fool fate...
I will enjoy a glamorous life...
Lady So Won!
Do something!
Lady So Won! Is anyone outside?
Lady So Won! Lady So Won!
What?
Kim So Won was poisoned?
And who else took the poison this time?
It is just Kim So Won.
Just who is doing this?
We've brought in Kim So Won's servants, kitchen help and council
for questioning so we should find out soon.
How is Kim So Won doing?
I was told it is difficult to determine the fate of her life.
Oh my!
So Kim So Won is in critical condition?
Your Highness should not be going to see her.
What are you saying?
Kim So Won is carrying my child!
If no one will confess
you will be tortured until...
your skin burns off and bones melt.
Please save me! Save me! Please save me!
I'll have to begin with you.
You are Lady So Won's court lady.
Please save me!
It is the doctor, Councilman!
She became ill after the acupuncturist stopped by!
Acupuncturist?
Have you still not found what kind of poison it is?
I am sorry, Your Highness!
What about a remedy?
Since we do not know the type of poison...
there is no way for us to find a cure!
And you fools still call yourselves physicians of the royal palace?
Please kill us, Your Highness!
I don't want to see your faces!
I could not protect you...
When things were hardest for me
you were there to comfort me and help me through it...
Is it not a relief?
That it was only Kim So Won that was poisoned.
At least she will no longer be blamed
for trying to poison Lee Sook Won to death.
Your Highness! It is unfair and frustrating!
Your Highness!
- Go on in! Look everywhere! - Yes!
He is not here!
Please spare me sir!
Where is the doctor Lee Hyung Ik hiding?
He was sleeping in his room until just a moment ago.
Is that so?
Come on down.
You!
The roof may be high but do you have nowhere else to hide?
Come down this instant!
- Hit him! - Yes!
I'm dying here!
You haven't even been hit yet.
I only gave Lady So Won a shot because she wasn't feeling well.
What are you all doing? Hit him!
Let's talk this out! You shouldn't resort to violence--
Are you saying His Highness took care of her all night?
That is what I was told.
She ate the poison herself--
You should get over it now.
She is willing to die for him. Who can beat that?
Since they haven't found a cure for her
I wish she would just die!
We can only hope.
Why couldn't I have thought of that first...
You want to poison yourself too?
There's no reason for me not to.
If it means receiving the affection of His Highness
I can drink it three, four, however many times it may take!
Shouldn't we take His Highness back now?
If he collapses taking care of her--
His Highness is doing it because he wants to.
Are you awake now?
Now... open your eyes.
Yam Jun.
Why yes! You are alive!
I was so afraid you'd never wake up again
that you can't imagine how anxious I was!
What is it?
Is it because you don't want to see me?
Now now...
Okay.
You probably resent me deeply.
Since I couldn't protect you.
It's not like that, Your Highness.
I thought I'd never see you again
but to see you again like this makes me...
Yam Jun...
I promise you.
Anyone that threatens you
will be punished harshly!
Whether that be the Prime Minister or the Queen!
I will not forgive them!
Your Highness...
Yam Jun... don't try so hard to get up.
My my my...
Your Highness...
I just need you by my side.
Who cares if it's one day or a whole month?
As long as I am in your arms, just like now
I could die in this moment without a care in the world.
Okay... Okay okay okay.
Your Highness!
Please don't leave me!
I cannot live without you, Your Highness!
Okay... alright... alright...
I got it, I tell you.
I can't breathe.
Okay okay.
That girl is cursed!
She was poisoned twice and survived!
Kim Ja Jeom is not our problem sir.
If we keep that girl alive
we will not be able to overthrow the king!
That vicious girl...
was the snake's head, wasn't she?
Prime Minister! Prime Minister!
Your Highness! It is Shim Ki Won!
Do you intend to avoid this old man as well?
Go on in.
Have a seat.
Yes.
Just sit.
You said your back has been hurting.
Yes.
How long do you plan on leaving Her Highness at Jyung Duk Palace?
What's wrong with that?
Your Highness--
It is a family affair.
It is no place for you to say anything!
Her Highness has left the royal palace
and the concubine comes to the King's palace as if it is her home!
Yet you want me to sit back and remain silent?
When do you intend on spending a night with Her Highness?
She has been gone for over three months and it has been
over three months since you have not attended a council meeting!
Aren't you doing just as well without me?
Your Highness...
These days, I can't drink a single drop of water without getting nervous.
Because I get worried it might have been poisoned.
Who are you saying is trying to kill you?
I wouldn't be living like this if I knew the answer to that!
What is it? Are you left speechless?
I am even more speechless!
Your Highness...
How did you end up like this...
Now... you're crying?
When I was forced to surrender to the barbarians and hit my head to the ground
you did not shed a single tear.
Yet you cry now?
Your Highness.
Please think of His Highness being held in Manchu...
You must not do this.
You have three sons already. What more do you need---
to want a child with your mistress!
I had all my sons taken away by the barbarians!
Did you not see my daughter-in-law when she came to Joseon?
It's just a relief the Prince did not show up completely changed as well!
The poison that came from the Queen's quarters
almost killed Lee Sook Won and Kim So Won.
Only one out of two children in the womb survived!
Did the young Queen do all this?
Come on out here.
Why are you hiding as though you've committed a crime?
What do we do now?
So you're saying that girl was sitting in the King's palace?
It's his way of telling us to back off.
Let's go!
Has His Highness already lost his mind?
How can he--
Compared to that old man
Kim Ja Jeom is a loyal man.
He may be stubborn
but he's not one to stab me in the back.
But that man is as sly as a snake.
Isn't it funny that such a man is so desperately trying?
You did a great job.
I felt safe when you stood up for me.
Yam Jun
Just have a son.
Then I will... make your son... a king.
Why aren't you excited?
Are you afraid you'll give birth to a daughter again?
I think it would be best to bring Her Highness back to the royal palace.
It was Kim Ryu and Shim Ki Won that brought the young queen here!
Once she gets old and settles down
they want to build their own empire!
No matter how much I think about it
I don't think Her Highness poisoned anyone.
Of course she didn't.
Why would she want to become tangled in all this at that age?
What's wrong?
He kicked me again.
Really?
Listen, Your Highness
Put your ear to my womb and listen.
Let's see if it's a boy or a son.
On this side.
Scared me!
I can hear him kicking with my own ears!
Okay okay... hold on... that's right that's right...
Scared me again!
You've passed the hard part.
Since you were sitting with His Highness when Lord Shim walked in.
No one will be able to say anything to you from now on.
I don't think I can live without you.
Lady So Won...
I...
have tried so hard to erase my former life
and keep it all buried in the ground.
You old hag!
Did I not tell you to never come back here you crazy lady?
No! You can't!
You old hag... Are you trying to get yourself killed--
- Who is it? - Who is that fellow?
Let go!
Nam Hyuk
Crown Princess Min Hwe
Your Highness!
The baby must be hungry.
Let's go over there.
Your Highness!
- Your Highness! - What are you doing?
What has His Highness done wrong?
Brother!
At least tell me the reason you are arresting me.
I'm sorry.
- Your Highness! - Brother!
Your Highness, I'm not sure if you're overexposing the child to the cold air.
What if the child becomes ill?
In order to survive in Manchu
you must first learn to survive the cold.
I am more worried about you, Your Highness.
It hasn't been that long since you gave birth
and yet you're working in the field again.
Your Highness! Your Highness!
Your Highness! Your Highness! We have news!
His Highness was arrested by the Chinese.
- Take him. - Yes!
- Where are you going, Your Highness? - Your Highness!
- Sister-in-law! - Where is the Crown Prince?
We do not yet know...
Write a letter to His Highness.
The Crown Prince will be held by them for quite some time.
- What do you mean? - Sister-in-law!
Stop right there! Step back!
Stand back I say!
Doh Reu Gohn
What crime did the Crown Prince commit?
Please make it very clear what it is.
For secretly communicating with Im Kyung Up.
He is a soldier Joseon sent to provide China with support.
Just what kind of communication are you saying we had?
The Crown Prince has never done such a thing.
We have evidence In Kyung Up spoke with the Crown Prince!
Do you believe all that?
In Kyung Up has allied with Myung.
That alone is not evidence that His Highness did anything.
Your Highness.
The Crown Prince has been trying very hard
to learn Chinese customs and lifestyles.
It is so that one day when we return to our country
using the influence of your country
we can build Joseon to become a stronger nation.
How can you suspect such a man?
I am aware of all that.
However, you plotted to make him the king of your country.
Wait...
until In Kyung Up is caught and the Crown Prince is free from suspicion.
The only thing you can do is wait.
In Kyung Up who left to fight Myung on behalf of China
ended up siding with Myung
and told them all of China's plans.
As such news broke out
In Kyung Up was exiled to Myung.
China is blaming that on the Crown Prince.
Hurry! It's an emergency!
How am I supposed to trust you guys?
Your Highness!
You must be moved to the birthing room immediately!
You may give birth tonight--
That's enough!
I was almost poisoned to death twice here.
Yet you want me to trust you guys
and give birth inside the palace?
Mother! Please take me home...
Yes, Lady So Won, do not worry.
I will make sure to take you home.
Lady So Won, it is I, Lee Hyung Ik!
Hurry on in!
Come on in and figure out whether there are any traces of poison left in her!
Yes, My Lady!
How dare you come in here!
Court Lady Kim, you stay out of it!
Imagine how Lady So Won feels to not want to give birth here.
But still!
Lady So Won must give birth inside the palace no matter what!
I am so nervous I cannot survive within these walls I say!
Are you having contractions?
Yes mother! It seems this child may be ready to see the light of day--
What are you doing? Make sure she's coming along okay!
Yes, My Lady!
What a shameful act!
Oh my! I'm dying here!
Why are you going so slowly?
Hurry!
What are you doing?
Lady So Won said she's going to give birth!
Oh my! I cannot hold it in any longer!
Seems as though I will die right now!
Oh my!
Wait just a bit longer, My Lady!
We're on our way home so hold on tight a bit longer!
Hurry!
My goodness!
What do you mean she went to her childhood home?
She was worried she might be poisoned while giving birth.
She was so insistent--
What do you mean poison?
She has every right to.
Twice...
What are you whispering about?
Tell me!
Kim So Won has left the palace to give birth.
What about it?
It's not that big of a deal...
You can leave for the day.
She is giving birth here because she doesn't trust any of you
so don't even think of coming near here.
But if something goes wrong I am fully responsible for that.
Are you deaf?
She's saying she doesn't trust you!
What are you all doing?
Leave now! Leave!
Close the door! Close the door!
Oh my oh my. I feel a bit better now.
Now that we brought her here.
What are you doing? You should go check!
Unless Lady So Won gives birth to a son
her daughter's fate is in my hands.
So?
No matter what this time
I am going to fulfill all my duties is what I'm saying.
That royal physician team will be no big deal.
They'll probably just make it seem like it.
I like that! I like it!
Is she having contractions already?
What is it, Lady So Won?
Oh my! Your water broke!
It seems she will be giving birth soon!
Oh no, what do I do?
We have a problem! Lady So Won may be having the baby soon!
How can she already have the child?
I need to prepare the son--
If she gives birth to a daughter you must not make a single sound!
Even if it means shutting the baby's mouth to figure it out!
Are you feeling a bit better, My Lady?
This child cannot come out, mother.
So tell Hyung Ik he must find a son!
How can you say such harsh things?
This child has drank poison twice!
How can a normal child be born under such circumstances?
I think I'm going to die, mother.
Listen here, do something!
What am I supposed to--
We'll have to bring in a couple of the girls--
Her body is becoming too weak--
I told you we cannot do that.
What if I give birth to another girl?
This could be fatal!
Just hold a bit longer, My Lady.
I told you even if I die, I will do it alone!
Don't let anyone come in, mother!
My my!
Why are you just standing there?
Go back to the palace now.
I was told by the head physician to wait here
and send news once Lady So Won gives birth--
Why are you talking so much?
Go away this instant!
Lady So Won has begun to have contractions.
Have you found a son?
Not yet...
Hurry! Do not make any mistakes.
Yes, Lord Kim.
Regardless of the sacrifice
Kim So Won must have a son
and take him back to the palace with her.
Yes, Lord Kim.
Is it a son?
What did you have?
It's a daughter.
Oh my... Oh my...
Just a bit more. Push just a bit more.
You are almost there!
Now just a bit more!
You're done, Lady So Won!
You've given birth to your child! My goodness!
My goodness!
What did I have?
I asked you what I had!
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Throw it away.
Why are you hesitating?
Don't cry.
You're going to live a life of wealth!
Why are you crying?
If Your Highness does not apologize in person
they will not release the Crown Prince...
Who will go for His Highness?
The only people Your Highness can trust right now are my father and myself.
So he recommended me even though they knew it'd be a death trap?
Make the Crown Prince and Princess lose complete trust in each other.
That way, a war will break out between father and son.