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Episode 22
Your Majesty, it's your cousin Neung Yang.
Do you remember?
It's me, your brother Prince Jeong Won's oldest son Neung Yang.
Who is doing the practice of waiting for an answer?
Neung Yang. Don't you know him?
Neung Yang? Who is that?
Neung Yang.
It's the older brother of Neung Chang who died from plotting treason last year in the year of the rabbit.
He is the oldest son of his majesty's brother from a different mother.
Oh, now I remember.But you are saying he is asking for His Majesty's answer right now?
Yes Your Majesty, I am Prince Jeong Won's oldest son and
the older brother of Neung Chang
who died unfairly accused of treason in the Year of the Hare.
I have something to tell you today
so I came here risking my life, Your Majesty!
If the later Jin and the Ming Dynasty start a war, is there no other way to avoid supporting them?
I'll go and find more about it.
Don't worry too much. Nothing big will happen.
Ming Dynasty is our benefactor who helped us when the Japanese invaded.
Jae Jo Ji Eun, Joseun has to return that favor.(Jae Jo Ji Eun -- Show gratitude for help )
That is the way for a man of virtue and the teaching of Confucius.
Why are you throwing that road away?
Why are you trying to continue on with the tyrannical governing?
Look here. What is happening?
So, did you drag that guy Neung Yang away?
Since his status is royalty...
You! Are all royalty the same royalty?!
He already has no supporters behind him.Take him out immediately.
Yes, Minister!
Prince Neung Yang...
Let go!! How dare you put your hand on me.
I am without a shadow of a doubt the grandson of a king.
Didn't you hear me? Why aren't you dragging him?
Let go. Let go!!
Your Majesty, this is oppression.
Although I am being kicked out today,
I will do the same tomorrow and the day after.
One day the flood tide will flow out and the ebb tide will flow in.
Drag him away already.
Let go. Your Majesty.
I said I'm royalty!
What are you guys doing to royalty? Let go. Your Majesty!
Your Majesty.
Ok, I remember now. Prince Neung Yang...
The dead Prince Neung Chang's older brother...
Prince Neung Chang is innocent.
Your Majesty, just like you did to Young Chang,
you have also laid a false accusation on my brother.
This is tyranny and oppression.
Yes, back then the impression definitely left
by Prince Neung Yang was one of protest.
But, he appeared again... in the capitol.
Your Majesty.
You are here.
I came to the palace as soon as I heard the news.
But I saw Prince Neung Yang on the way here.
Did you see?
I heard that he lived in the countryside for a long time so what is his intention?
Even more in a situation like this, he is going against you and asking for support.
Elder Uncle, I guess I can call you by that.
Anyhow you are my father's brother from a different mother.
Yes, it has been a long time Gwang Hae, Elder Uncle.
Yes.
Lord. Things are well taken care of?
It's already hectic enough with the news of war
but some useless guy is causing a ruckus as well.
That's what I am saying.
Because of that, what happens if the people support the idea of dispatching the troops.
No, that won't happen.
RIght. Now, I remember Neung Yang.
He's a complete headache!
A big headache!
Neung Yang...it seems that he still has not come to his senses.
Nothing has changed.
He was like that as well when his brother Neung Chang died.
Even back then, there were rumors that he did that for attention.
I think I heard that he likes to show his appearance.
That's why back then, the people planning for the treason chose Neung Chang instead of the older brother Neung Yang.
In his character he has neither nobility nor the potential of being a king.
Look, let's not waste our time and talk about the urgent situation of our country.
Minister, what is it that you have to say to us?
Yes it is correct, didn't I say it was something about the dispatching of troops?
Yes. Regarding that matter,
I want to gather the majority opinion of the officials.
Did you say that the officials will reject the dispatch of the troops?
Yes, Kang Joo Seon will move them.
But, can you really trust him?
Politics isn't done with trust. It's done by holding onto each other's weakness.
That is why Kang Joo Seon has to stop the officialsand we have to focus on the other problem.
We need to know about the Ming Dynasty and the Later Jin.How things are going right now.
Yes, that is why you have to quicklyget in touch with the Later Jin.
Yes, Your Majesty. I will carry out your command.
The citizens should be starting to become uneasy and I
won't let us experience another war like the invasion of the Japanese.
You guys have to control the unrest at the dogam.
Nothing has been decided yet so just focus on your work.
Yes, Minister.
If that happens, then we'll be dragged away without a choice since we have to supply the soldiers' gunpowder.
Goodness, what to do?If it's war, then everyone dies.
Then what about us, do we have to go as well? We're just cooks.
Mother! Are you saying you want to live by yourself when everyone here is about to die?
What are you all doing instead of working?
Elder.
Hurry up and go back to work!
T-that, did you go and check?
How? How? How? How did it go? Are we going?
Whether we go or we don't, why is it that important?
Whether it's here or in the battlefield,
we just have to do our assigned part properly.
Truthfully, that isn't right.
We're doing this to protect Joseon. We're not making gunpowder to help someone's war.
But even so...the Ming Dynasty did help us when the Japanese invaded us.
They did not help us!Back then the Ming dynasty were worse than the Japanese to us.
Is there anyone here who doesn't know that?
That's right.
I am working here with the pride that I'm protecting Joseon.
Then why!? Why do we have to go and die in another country's war?!
What are you doing? Work!
Hurry and go back to work!
Aigo why are you like that to the sulfur people?
Just tell that to your candle making department!
Counselor Hong. We've heard about the war with China.
So that we can determine how to respond please tell us evreything you know about the Later Jin's Battle of Sarhu.
Yes, I'll do that.
Unroll it.
As best as we can tell the main force of the Ming, hundreds of thousands, are gathered in Simha.
Then it is precisely here that you must draw the front line against the enemy.
After we receive our armed troops from Joseon.
You're right. However, I will remind you once again,
our Later Jin Khan does not want a war with Joseon.
Lord, shouldn't the king be somehow made to dispatch the troops?
That's what Ming wants.
For a long time our family has flourished under Ming protection.
We can't drop our connections with them.
That's why I'm thinking about it also.
Soon a secret dispatch containing the Ming's intentions will arrive.
Until then Gwang Hae must somehow be reined in.
But you already made the officials stand on the king's side.
Just wait.
I still have a way.
What?
You have a way?
Dispatch troops...
How to bring about the dispatching...
Look here, Minister.
That... where is Lord Jeong In Hong?
I haven't seen him at all these days.
Lord Jeong In Hong?
Well he, because of Seo Gong's dethronement,
he disobeyed his majesty and now he lives in Anseong.
To Anseong?
Yes.
But, why are you asking?
- What about the Privy Council meeting? -As I was directed, it will be tomorrow between 1 and 3 pm.
We must absolutely have the majority opinion among those gathered tomorrow there.
The court must become one to stand up against Ming.
So tell Lady Kim...
Your Majesty, Lady Kim is now...
Bring the Chief Royal Secretary, forthwith!
Yes, Your Majesty.
Yes...
now you're not here.
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How is it? Is it possible to make it look new again?
Of course.
Then please sharpen the edges.
I left it for a long time so it has become dull.
Yes, let me do that immediately.
It looks like your staff is very busy.
Is it because of the news of war?
No matter what.
You don't know what will happen or when it will happen.
Young Master In Woo.
I'm here to reclaim my ornamental knife.
It's being finished up inside.
But why did you come personally?
I just stopped by on my way. Bring it out.
Yes.
Please just wait a moment.
So you're Kang In Woo.
Kang Joo Seon's son.
Who are you?
I don't think I've ever seen you before.
You are the young man who reported Lord Kang Joo Seon for treason a few days ago.
It was very...memorable.
What?
Look here, who are you?
Why did you do that?
I thought about it.
Enough to betray your father,
what was it that shook your heart?
As expected, was it because of the princess?
I don't know who you are but you picked the wrong person.
I'm not the type of person to go easy on women.
So, it would be good to open your mouth while I'm still using words.
I'm Kim Gae Shi.
I was in the Daejeon as a court lady.
Kim Gae Shi?
You?
Because of a girl you desire...
you turn your back against your father.
Yes, that could happen.
I understand that feeling, Young Master.
If it's for that one cause, there is nothing you won't do...
that feeling.
You...what are you saying?
So come find me any time.
That woman you want,
I'll help you get her.
- Her Highness. - How is mother?
Since you stayed in the capitol,
she is still in shock.
I said this is not a place where anyone can enter without permission!
What is it?
Aunt! (Jeong Myeong's half brother is his father)
It's me. Your cousin Neung Yang.
I heard you were alive. I guess it's true.
It's my pleasure to meet you like this!
What?
Prince Neung Yang.
Open.
Your Highness.
Court Lady Jeong! As expected, you recognize me.
How long has it been?
To see you two in good health pleases me immeasurably.
Yes, Prince Neung Yang.
It's been a while.
After hearing that you're alive...
do you know how many tears I shed?
To me it seems... gaining a new life.
I'm sorry, but what brings you here?
Your Highness.
What do you mean by what brings me here?
It's a given that I should visit you two.
If I am to function as a human, then I must live as a human.
It's wrong to be like the king.
L-look here, Prince Neung Yang. Your words are a bit harsh...
But...
how is it staying here?
The weather is hot and humid.
You must think about Grand Prince Yeong Chang of the past a lot.
Didn't he suffocate to death in a boiling room similar to this one?
At that young age...
I still frequently think about that incident.
So, how would you two feel?
Lord Neung Yang!
I will be visiting often.
Make sure to put the meat I brought into her meal everyday.
That meat is very expensive so you can't secretly eat it or anything.
Yes, Minister.
Of course that won't happen.
Why won't it happen?
All humans are the same.
I'm going.
Prince!
Yes, Your Highness?
Do you have something to say?
Thank you for visiting
but please do not bring up Grand Prince Yeong Chang ever again.
What?
Why not?
Anything regarding that child is still a wound to my mother and me.
It's something that hasn't healed.
But how could you say something like that so easily?
About that-
Again, I'm sorry but visiting this place-
But, why is it something that I can't talk about?
What?
The prince clearly died like that because of the King.
It's not as if that would change just because people don't talk about it.
Prince! You know that's not what I mean.
Look, Your Highness.
I have experienced the same thing.
I lost my brother because of the King.
In the same way...unfairly.
In the end, the King won't be able to last long.
So you should quickly change your heart.
The line you're holding right now is a rotten rope.
Yes, just look.
Right away the matter of the dispatch of the troops will be shaken.
Let's talk about this problem after the Privy Council meets.
But Your Majesty, the information-
What about the officials?
They're quickly gathering.
It's almost the time of the Privy Council meeting.
You should attend too. First, we need the court to be one.
Minister!
Your Majesty.
Because of the previous happening, you haven't came in even at my request.
but you came like this.
Thank you.
This is an important matter regarding the country's safety.
Of course I should attend.
Now through the privy council meeting
we will settle the matter of sending the troops that China has requested.
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Minister.
Why are you here and not in the meeting?
What? Ah, I have another urgent matter to attend to.
You should just go back to what you were doing.
Yes.
Because of that, all of us have come to the same decision of refusing to send our troops.
Of course loyalty is important, but Josoen's safety comes first.
He's right.
While the later Jin's military is mighty, if we help the Ming dynasty at this period of time
What would happen if we are invaded by them?
Never again can we have a war in this country.
Then I will assume that all of your thoughts have become one.
Since you guys are all on one page.I feel very confident.
Then, we will notify Ming of Joseon's decision.
In the end, we won't-
Your Highness.
I have something to say.
I think that Josoen should be involved in this war.
Joseon should send troops.
What... did you just say?
You accept the sending of troops?
Yes, Your Majesty.
This is not only my opinion, but
the majority opinion of the Great Northern faction.
What does that even mean?!
What do you mean the Great Northern faction?
Minister Nae!
Yes, Lee Yi Cheom did a good job.
It's good land in Ganghwa
If you look at it, you will be more pleased.
You don't really have to do this...
Even without you doing this, my thoughts are the same as yours regarding the matter of sending our troops.
Really?
For the King to be neutral between the two countries is the same as him opposing China.
But, would a big nation like China crumble easily?
Therefore, if we had to choose between the Ming dynasty and the later Jin.
It definitely should be the Ming dynasty.
Do you have a way?
Let's try to persuade Minister Nae.
That oldie is in favour of sending the troops
If I gather the Great Northern faction for himHe will be rather happy.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Joseon should be involved in this war.
Even if Ming is not as good as before,
it's the absolute truth that they are the strongest nation.
We can't guarantee Joseon's safety by going against Ming.
So, you want to spread the blood of Joseon soldier's in this war?
Your Majesty, this is neither because it is our duty nor for being loyal.
We have to do so because of our benefit.
That's right, Your Majesty.
It is the Ming dynasty that will help us later on, not the later Jin.
So we should not postpone sending our troops anymore.
Please consider your majesty!
Exactly what is going on here?
Why are we with the his majesty and going against the Great Northern faction?
Why are you asking me that?
So therefore you guys cannot agree with the decision?
Is that really Minister Nae's and
the other members of the Great Northern faction?
Yes, it's not as if I sold my country
and the King isn't going to protect my back until the end.
Right?
Your Majesty.
We barely turned the officers to our side but
I did not know that the Great Northern faction would go against us.
Your Majesty, the situation is getting out of hand.
As I have told you before, the situation of the Later Jin is suspicious.
That day, it seemed as if they were definitely concealing important information.
Wait a moment, did you just say Yaeheo?
(Yaeheo- one of the tribes in Hwaeseo)
What?
If it is Yaeheo they are the tribes that are against the Later Jin.
Why did their 8,000 soldiers move near Joseon's borders?
We have not found out the reason for that either.
But that doesn't make sense.
YaeHeo was the Later Jin's long term enemy. It does not make sense that they did not keep their eyes on them.
Do you think the Later Jin would be any different?A war is where one uses deception.
Just as we are using it, they are doing the same.
So I need reliable information for all of them.About Ming dynasty, later Jin and even Yae Huh.
I need to know how the troops at the borders are moving.
Good, now all we have to wait for is the Ming's secret letter.
If we know the Ming's intention,.It would be easier for me to move Gwang Hae.
The secret letter will probably arrive by tomorrow lord.
There can't be any mistakes.
Everyone's lives are on this.
No matter what, we need to bring Gwang Hae down and send the troops.
Well, the war isn't something I should know about.
But, if this puts Her HIghness in danger...
I have decided to stand next to the King, Young Master.
Therefore, if you have not given this to me as a friend, then I cannot accept it.
Your Highness.
It's not right to accept things like this so easily...I was thoughtless.
It seems as if there is no space on my arm to accept what you gave me.
No, this is just a lingering attachment...It's not me, she said it's not me!
So come and find me anytime.
I will make sure you get the woman you want.
Why are you like this, Kang In Woo? How long are you going to be like this?
Hey, sit down. Nothing is going to be solved just because you keep pacing back and forth.
Counselor.
How did everything go?How did his majesty's decision go?
No, it will be hard for the time being.
Even our connection with the spy we put in the Ming dynasty and later Jin has been disconnected.
Then, is there no way to stop Joseon from sending troops?
That thing, the spy or something.
If it's something like that, won't it be faster if you do it through Japan?
Because there, there are a lot of merchants that are very sensitive about the situation of the Asia continents.
You're right, but it's currently impossible to get to Japan. It takes 3 months by ship-
Then without having to go that far, you can just meet a Japanese person who is in Japan.
What? Why is there a Japanese person in Joseon?
Ja Gyung...what does that mean?
You remember Itachi right? The one who traded sulfur in Edo.
From what I know, he should be in Joseon right now.
So are you saying that Counselor Hong is going to see him right now?
Yes, Your Majesty. He left immediately and said he would be back tomorrow by 3-5 pm.
I heard it while I was secretly coming here on a Japanese ship.
They said Itachi will definitely go to Ming dynasty and stop by Joseon by this time.
Thank you. You were a big help.
Lord.
Your Highness.
I will go too.
I also know what he looks like so it would easier than you looking for him alone.
But Your Highness, this night road is dangerous.
Dangerous? Did you forget?
I was the one who did the illegal trade with you in Japan.
Your Highness, that's-
Yes, at that time you didn't know I was a princess but now it's different?
No, I am the same person now as I was then.
Your Highness, promise me you won't get in any dangerous situation.
Yes, I will keep that promise.
What then? Do I have to go too?
Hey, were you planning to get out by yourself? Hurry up and get ready.
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Huh. Wow.
Do I really have to go this far?
Look here. Lord Kim Ryoo?
But, Prince Neung Yang.
What a coincidence. I was just passing by as well.
But...is this your house?
Yes, well...it is.
But I'm busy, so I'll be going.
Lord, it's a big joy that we met like this.
How about a drink? I have something to tell you as well.
No no, I said I have to go.
-No, wait that's... -Hey.
Woah, your house is nice.
Hey look here, Lord. What...what...
That's good. It sticks to my mouth so well.
So, the thing you want to say... I
have to go to the palace.
So fretful, fine I get it thereforeI will get straight to the point.
Lord, will you provide grand support for a grand plan?
Do what? Support?
Truth is, I made a group when I came back to the capitol.
G-group?
The country's state is a mess these days.
So,with one heart and one intention!
I'm saying let's contribute to the country with the people with the same intentions.
First of all, the dispatch of troops should be done in our favor. -Huh?
What? The officials reject the sending of troops?
This country's state
is going the right way, the right way!
Minister.
Oh, house broker your came?
Lord Neung Yang.
Ah, you're here.
So, did you gather the people I asked for?
Yes.
Bur that is... we did gather some in Kang Tong and in the market but...
So how many did you gather?
100 people?
200 people?
Is this all?
Yes.
I barely brought them here with a few coins.
I guess I have no other choice.
They said to build the bridge one step at a time.
Although the start is weak
the end will end majestically!Don't you think so?
Hah! Yes, you are right, Lord.
Don't you guys think so?
Hey, bring all of the meat and alcohol.
They're the people that will be loyal to me so I should feed them well, isn't that right?
What are you all doing? Go and sit down.
Here, go in. Everyone go in.
Now then let's eat today
and die!
Eat, eat, eat.
What?
He said I would pay for everything here?
Yes.
He said he will do everything later onSo he told me to get it from you for now.
Ah, that man... is weird.
Here.
Well he is one of the royalty who protested in front of the palace
so he wouldn't ditch right?
Look here! Take the drink
that this royalty is giving!
Here. Here. Here. Here.
Do you have alcohol? You need to drink.
This is the place where you can go to Jae Mool Pyo.
He would have disguised himself, right?
Of course, he can't go around wearing Japanese clothing.
If he's hiding his identity, it will be even harder to find him.
Let's spread apart and look at the inns that accept business men.
What about the Ming's letter?
I have sent a man to the meeting point. You will get it soon.
The Ming has brought the north Yaeheo tribe
to the war against the later JIn. But,
they put them between
the later Jin and Joseun?
Your Majesty.
Why did Ming dynasty
put them in the outer wall instead of closer to them?
Why?
What? Did you just say they left?
But were they really Japanese?
I can't be certain, but I heard foreign words that I couldn't understand so maybe...
Where? Where did they say they were going?
Your Highness.
Sir, it seems that they are near here.
Fifteen minutes ago, they left from here.
Then wouldn't they have gone to ferry?
No, from what the inn owner said, they said they were taking the road.
Then if we can't find them here, it's over.
Where is the next stop?
Counselor!
How did it go?
Itachi just left this area fifteen minutes ago, let's go!
Excuse me.
Sorry, I mistook you for someone else
Damn it, is it some sort of special day? Why are there so many people?
I think we are done fore, I searched everywhere around this area but he's not here.
It can't be, we need to find him no matter what.
Itachi. Come out please so I can see your face.
You want to make a deal? with me?
Itachi.
Itachi?
You are
definitely the one from Edo?
To see you here again...you too Counselor Hong.
Actually, we don't have time to fully explain in detail.
We came because we have something we need to find out from you.
Find something out? From me?
Yes.
Wait, this is...
Minister, what is it? Is there a problem in the letter?
It can't be.
Is this the the decision the royals of the Ming Dynasty have decided?
As expected...
give you guys the information I have of the northern Asia?
Look here, Joseon is also a good trading partner to you.
Thanks to us, you also had a lot of fun.
You're still as arrogant as ever.
Hey. Itachi.
Please. Joseon's future depends on this.
Fine.
Just because I tell you what I know, I won't lose anything.
Itachi.
But, even if you know that
it would be of no use, Counselor Hong.
What?
Joseon
cannot get out out of this war, no matter what.
In the end, you are bound to get dragged in.
What does that mean?
No way to get out? Why?!
Ah, you should have limited your drinking!
Man, this is hard.
Hurry up and go in!
I'm gonna die...
But Prince
is this really your place?
Yes.
Yes, this is my house.
No, what is this? You were living in a place like this?
Hey, bring me water immediately.
You rascal!
Damn it!
You rascal, only your appearance if part of the royal but you are just a begger!
You! Give me back my money.
Give me everything right now including the food I just paid for!
Aish...
Hey you punk, have you gone crazy?
What is this? You could die later.
Yes, you rascal. I've gone crazy.
Why don't you try killing me?
Just try!
You bastard!
Do you think I won't be able to?
There are many soldiers
with fire in their eyes-
I'm sorry! I'm sorry, Lord!
Please let me live! Please spare me!
Won't you shut it?
How did it go?
I sent it to Neung Yang as you requested.
Now we just need to wait for the dog to bark.
On top of that, the dog that barks the loudest.
Hurry and gather more people.
What?
Didn't you hear me?
Whether it's a beggar or a rich nobleman's son, hurry and bring anyone!
So how did it go?
Your Majesty.
Why are you like that?
What is it?
Okay, fine, fine, fine. But how is it that only this many people came?
What is it?
Lord!
Hey, let's go!
Hey, everyone let's go!
When will we ever do something like this again? Let's go!
No, we can't just go like this.
We need to set up the board properly so that it stays clear in the people's minds.
What did you just say?
The Ming dynasty is planning to do what?
To attack Joseon,
that was their plan, Your Majesty.
The reason for them to put Yaeheo between Joseun and the later Jin was also for that reason.
If Joseon refuses to send the troops, the Ming dynasty will invade Joseon with those soldiers.
What? They
will atack Joseon, you say?
Prince Neung Yang...
That is probably the reason why the Later Jin also hid that information.
If we know the Ming's plan, then we wouldn't be able to stop the sending of troops.
How can this be?
So if we don't send our troops, Joseon will have to go to war with Ming.
No, that won't happen.
- The Ming dynasty won't be able to do that. - Your Majesty.
With the Ming's military it is already hard for them to face the later Jin.
Ming will never will be able to fight with us head on.
Your Majesty, then what are you planning to do?
Yaeheo's military is all together eight thousand.
If it's that much, then we should be able to stand up to them.
The Ming won't be able to support them.
Therefore hide this information and try to get in contact with the Yaeheo.
If that fails, in the worst scenario we have to face...
Your Majesty! Your Majesty! There's big trouble.
What?
Neung Yang, that crazy person has appeared in front of the palace again.
But this time, he...he...
Your Majesty. I, Neung Yang,
have come here prepared to give up my life.
Yes, if you do not stop with your arbitrary decision!
At this place I will chop my head off and do the Ji Boo Sang So.
Ji Boo Sand So?(appealing something to the king using the ax)
That...
Yes, Ji Boo Sang So!
He means to chop his own head with the ax if his request is not accepted!
Your Majesty.
Your majesty! Are you trying to bring another terror just like the invasion of Japan?
Because of your arbitrary decision are you trying to kill all these innocent people?
I know that if we don't send our troops,
I know the fact that the Ming dynasty is going to attack Joseun.
China is going to attack Joseon?
Then won't we have to go to refuge again?
In order to avoid the Later Jin
are you planning to start a war with Ming?
How did he...
We just need to send our soldiers.
Then, all of these innocent citizens can live!
I, as one of this country's royalty.
cannot lose even one subject's innocent life
so if you refuse sending our troops until the end, then I
will kill myself in this spot right now!
His Majesty is arriving!
Your Majesty!
Neung Yang!
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