Episode 14It's because there can be no trace of it.
What?
Sulfur melts and doesn't burn. It produces no traces of ashes.
There is no trace.
It leaves no trace?
So...
we cannot prove that sulfur and charcoal burned together in the fire pit.
No one will believe me even if I say it.
Then . . .
Then, what are you suggesting we should do?
Joo Won.
What about Joo Won?
What's going to happen to him?
There's no way to save him?
Just like this, we leave him?
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No. I can't give up like this.
I'll wait. For you.
This time until you come to rescue me.
I promised him that I'll go save him.
So this time, I'll do that.
For sure.
Proceed with the interrogation of Counselor Hong.
Guards, be ready to punish the prisoner!
Yes!!
Prisoner, speak! You really didn't know that he was a Japanese spy?!
Who else knows of this truth?
My answer will be the same,no matter how many times you question me.
That person is not a Japanese spy.
Also, it was my sole decision to hire him for Hwagidogam.
Okay. It seems like you haven't come to your senses yet.
Do you plan on losing your life here?!
Until he confesses to his crimes, torture him more painfully.
Yes.
My Lord, when did you get here?
I'm not going to miss this opportunity to view this good scenario. I have been waiting for this day.
You said you were sick. You seem fine though.
It's because of my mood. Seeing that, puts me in a better mood.
Even so . . . They're father and son.
I cannot stand to see this.
In a sense, His Majesty is very coldhearted.
He just throws away his favorite Counselor Hong in one stroke.
What do you mean by "throwing him away?" His Majesty is only upholding the law.
You two also must not be so laid back.
You both are aware how His Majesty is.
My goodness!
Pardon?
Yes, oh...
Which artisans from the Sulfur Division were not injured?
Yes. Do you think you can find out?
Wait a minute.
When I went to the community clinic last time, who did I not see?
I saw Ga and Cheon...
Mother, Bang was there too.
Yes, that's right. Then who did I not see?
This should be more than enough.
Aigoo! This is too much! My Lord.
We will be closing Hwagidogam's doors. So leave the capital, immediately.
Yes, Lord.
That's right! It's Ma! I didn't see Ma.
I didn't see Ma! Yes! Ma.
Right. You guys did not see him, did you?
It seems like it.
You're right! I don't think I saw him when we were escaping either.
Do you know where his house is?
But, why are you asking about this? And why are you alone, what about that punk, Hwa Yi?
By chance, did that punk Hwa Yi take off again? That is so petty of him.
Don't talk so carelessly. Do you understand?
Young Master?
That person. Right now, that person is!
Speak! This interrogation will not end until you confess your crimes.
You bastard! Hong Joo Won!
Instead of doing that, Firearms Head. Ask him directly.
If the King knew of this fact?
Isn't that what you and everyone here wants to know! That is what all of you are trying to find out!
That is the reason for this interrogation event!
Why? Are you refraining from asking because you're trying to mind your manners?
Then, I shall ask him.
Counselor Hong, speak.
Did you know that the sulfur technician that disappeared is a Japanese spy?
Did I also know that myself?
Is it for sure that it was him that caused that accident?
No.
I didn't know.
Therefore, of course, you didn't know either.
However...
I cannot prove that he wasn't the culprit.
Therefore, please put me to death! Your Majesty.
Also, you must finish off this work.
Did everyone hear? The prisoner has acknowledged responsibility for the fire at the Firearms Bureau.
Hence, what is the point of any further interrogation?
Your Majesty.
I will execute Counselor Hong for treason
in accordance with our nation's laws.
Also, this crime is not eligible for the waiting period until the execution.
So we'll execute him today.
Your Majesty! That must not be! I will never allow that!
We must not conclude this incident like this, Your Majesty!
We will not condone this!
Your Majesty!!
Your Majesty, it's him. He came to confess on his own.
Bring him.
Yes.
Hwa Yi.
Hwa Yi, what happened?
I came to reveal the truth.
I can't let you die like this.
Yes, I'm Hwa Yi that is the technician, who fled from Hwaigidogam.
So. Through my own mouth, I'll tell you the truth.
I am a Joseon descendant who came from Japan.
Also, you already knew me from before. Your Majesty.
Hwa Yi!!
Yes, perhaps, from a long long time ago.
What on earth is he blabbering?!
Oh, no! Oh, no! What are we going to do?!
Madam! Madam!
Your Majesty! What is going on?
Your Majesty, you must prepare a counter measure. The courtiers will never...
Your Majesty.
Heo Gyeon...
How are you?
Since this is such an urgent matter, I came to the palace.
Gyo San?
Sir! Sir! Sir!
Please come to your senses!
What exactly did you do?
I saved you first.
If I had left you like this, you might have died, so...
Didn't I tell you my life means nothing?
You should have protected His Majesty.
If you couldn't clear our names...
I should have at least saved His Majesty for the sake of the bureau.
I know you had to do that.
That. It means everything to you, Sir.
Also, I will do that.
What did you say?
I will protect your King and Hwagidogam.
- Your Majesty!- Stop right there.
Did Kang In Woo deliver this letter?
Yes, Your Majesty. Hwa Yi asked him to do that.
Kang In Woo is looking for the technician who caused the sulfur accident.
Why didn't I think of this earlier?
What is it, Your Majesty?
Search Hwagidogam and bring the records of officials right now.
Who served as guarantors for them to get accepted into Hwagidogam.
Your Majesty. That means...
Yoon Do Ha. There must be someone who entered with his recommendation.
I knew this would happen! You might as well have told us to cover the sky with our hands.
In the end, the truth is revealed to the whole world.
A king of this kingdom broke the national law and deceived all of the court subjects.
He isn't someone who fits onto the throne to begin with.
Oh my, your words are too harsh.
It could be viewed as a treacherous heart.
No, it's not a treacherous heart but a loyal heart.
A loyal heart that is concerned about this kingdom.
Answer me.
What proof do you have that you're a spy from Japan and the king knew about that?
You rascal!You definitely said you can show it!
Please, wait.
What?
Wait just a little. Then, another witness will be revealed.
- Let Hanyang city hall know about this.- Yes, sir!
You two find out about the place I told you about.
Yes. Let's go, Eun Seol.
Even if the evidence is gone, the witness would have remained.
Even if there is no evidence of burning sulfur, the one who burned it should be there.
Someone who can approach the kiln. It is one of the sulfur technicians.
Sir! Officer!
There is something urgent that I need to tell you.
We have to catch him before he disappears.
Halt! Please halt!
No! Stop the laundry. Now.
-Stay still. I'll go that way. Stop.
-Be careful. -I told you to stop!
Did these clothes come out of the bureau the day before yesterday?
Yes.
Give all of this to me.
Why? What are you doing?
What are you doing?!
Give me this.
Let go, let go of this! What is this? This is a girl's clothes, It must be yours, huh.
Eun Seol, what are you doing? Hurry gather all of them!
I'm already on it. Let go, please!
This is very important.
It's a really critical and urgent situation. I will tell you all about it in a bit so just wait.
Along with the evidence so he can't run away.
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Young Master!
Hurry! We have to go to the nearest side gate from here. He will surely try to get out from there.
Yes!
People in front of you have moved. Let's get moving!
Ah, geez! Alright! Okay, let's get going.
Congratulations.
No, congratulating you may not seem right.
But at least you can save Joo Won's life,
since it's revealed that it was the King's order.
No. The thing is...
What's the matter? Is there something wrong?
That Hwa Yi. He said something weird.
What do you mean it's weird?
It's nothing. Since it's not confirmed.
Look.
What is it? What can you not say between us?
You may go.
Next.
Halt!
I came from Hansung Office. We are looking for the Hwagidogam Incident's true culprit.
Close the palace gate immediately and check everyone's identity tag.
But we can't do that.
This is under the Training Bureau's jurisdiction. Without a Royal Order, we cannot close the gate.
What are you guys doing? Hurry and close it!
- Yes!- What are you doing?!
Move aside! It's the Royal Order!
Everyone step back! Step back!
I am the Chief of Royal Guards.
I came here with the King's royal command!
Close the gate immediately!
We have to find the true culprit of the bureau incident.
What did you say?
Did you not hear? Did you not hear the order?
So, it was this man.
P-P-Please spare me.
Do you think that's possible?
Your Majesty.
List of members of Hwagidogam
It was this person then, not technician Hwa Yi?
That's right. He is the one who added 100 Geun of sulfur and charcoalto the furnace to produce the toxic gas.
In addition, this is the true culprit's bureau uniform, which has his name embroidered.
On it, are sulfur remnants everywhere, which should be normal for a laborer who transports sulfur from the storage.
Most importantly, the culprit has confessed all of his crimes.
Even with this, would you still say the technician that Counselor Hong brought in is a Japanese spy?
Will you say that I've instigated all this from behind?!
I am deeply ashamed, Your Majesty. Please put us to death!
Please put us to death, Your Majesty!
Yes. Let's do that.
In just a bit...
After the person who recommended that technician,
Lt. of Royal Guards Yoon Do Ha, who brought him into the bureau...
and after catching the real power behind Yoon Do Ha.
I'm the one who assigned you to the Chief of the Royal Guards.
And I didn't know about it when the Royal Guards were on the move?
I'm really sorry, I never knew you were involved in this incident.
Shut up, who said I'm involved in it?
I have nothing to do with it.
Pardon? Yes!!
Yoon Do Ha, where is he?
Search and find Lieutenant General of Royal Guards Yoon Do Ha!
Yes!!
Now, arrest Yoon Do Ha. And unltimately, his supporter.
I'll make him speak of Kang Joo Seon.
Yes, Your Majesty.That should be done.
We will go to the home of Hanyang Mayor, Kang Joo Seon.
Yes!!
Do Ha, what's the matter?
What are you..?!
Please stand back!
Do Ha!
Madame...
I have to find my way now.
Lord Kang Joo Seon will abandon me now.
-What? -Is it not true?
I know what kind of person he is.He will kill me to keep me from telling!
What do we do? Oh no!
Dang it.
AIgoo. Aigoo.
Search and find Lieutenant General of Royal Guards Yoon Do Ha!
Yes.
He's definitely in here.
Freeze!
Everyone step back!
I will kill her if you come closer!
P-Please, save me.
Stop. Don't interfere.
Everyone throw your swords down and make a way. Now!
Before that, calm down and listen to me.
Shut up! I said put your weapons down!
Lower your swords. Now!
Did you see? There's nothing to hurt you.
Let's talk now. I didn't come here to kill you.
Don't talk nonsense.
I don't even have a weapon. What would I use?
Were you fooled all your life?
I'll save your life.
Here.
This is the royal edict from the King. He will grant you an amnesty if you say who's behind it.
What did you say?
What do you think? Will you see it? You have to check it.
Do Ha!
Oh no!
He stabbed himself in the stomach.Call the doctor now!
Yes, sir!
Hold on to me. Do you think you can walk?
I'm alright. I can walk by myself.
Are you still reasoning even at this moment?Cut it off and just rely on me!
You're so stubborn.What a stubborn nerd!
Why can't you understand.
Joo Won!!
In Woo. Father.
You fool, how could you be so stupid?
How can you risk your life every time?
What about you then?
This person told me everything.
Joo Won.
I am sorry.
You're not the one who's stupid...
but your father.
Father...
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What did you say? Yoon Doo Ha is dead?
I'm sorry, Your Majesty.I couldn't stop him from suicide while he was resisting.
We moved him to the clinic, but he was already dead.
This was a really good chance to capture him!
Kang Joo Seon, that traitor!
This is all my fault.
Please kill me, Your Majesty.
Gyo San?It was Gyo San!
Indeed...
The hound that His Majesty assigned to replace me, was him?
He was a mongrel who followed me!
Do not compare yourself to an insignificant creature. You're the Minister of Defense of this country.
Minister of Defense?That's right.
He just gave me the position as a reward for the past.
And Heo Gyeon will have all the power I had.
It sounds like whining to me.
What?
Prove with your ability, don't just whine.
Upper Court Lady Kim!
Don't you know?
No matter how insignificant a creature is, His Majesty will use it if he needs it.
Yes.
Oh...
Why are you leaving?
Leave? Why am I leaving?
A broom, I was going to get a broom.
I need to chew up Heo Gyeon.
Chew up... a person?
How dare he...
He would have not have been able to behave as a man, if it were not for me.
He stabbed me in the back!
Fine.
Let's see who makes it to the end...
to the very end!
It's scary.
Since, someday I too may be chewed up and devoured...
He doesn't know I'm actually stabbing him in the back!
Because I dislike him very much.
What the hell, who am I?
Right. Anyway they are the same as dung, but
a dumb dung is better than a scary dung.
Your Excellency Deputy Minister of Documents and Records, Lord.
-Did you call me? -Yes.
From all the way over there.
Really?
Are you leaving the ministry, Sire?
I know a nice courtesan house. Should I escort you there?
All of a sudden, why are you doing this to me?
But, where is the courtesan house?
Let's go.
-Look at you.-It's good to get along with others.
-What are you talking about?- It's a good thing.
We'll die soon, right?
Don't overrate ourselves.
I think it will be just beheading.
I'm scared.
My life is going to waste.
I didn't even marry yet.
That's true for you.I guess you're a virgin, too.
What?
Am I wrong? Aren't I right?
So, why did you cling to the officer's sleeve?
You're the one who made matters worse!
Who's the one who couldn't block someone from peeing?!
So, are you saying it's my fault?
Do you want to die from my hand before you even get beheaded?
I don't have to say it. I won't die in your hands.
-You little..! -This punk!
-Let go.-Shut up!
Niter Chief!
Sulfur Chief! Niter Chief!
Supervisor!
What are you doing? Hurry and open this door!
- Why would they open this?-I wonder why.
Are we already dying?
What are you guys talking about?
They're setting you free!
What?
What!!
-Is it true?-Yes.
The case has been solved completely!
Hwa Yi found the culprit!
-What? -Really?!!
Did they bury them in the ground to lock them up? What takes them so long? The tofu's getting cold.
They are here, Mother.
Aigoo, look at their faces. They've gotten older.
They have long faces, and it's worse than before.
Master craftsmen!
Ms. Anseong!
I am here.
Eat the tofu first.
It'll wash your misfortune away.
You're the only one who thinks of us.
How much you guys have suffered.
I heard it all. You guys were so brave back there.
- Us? - Yes.
Ah. To be honest, what happened is that I...
Let me tell them. Are people already talking about it?
Don't even!
All the guards were coming but I blocked them like this and this.
That's how it went!
Aigoo, you're so funny. You couldn't even block someone peeing.
Ah...
What do you mean you couldn't block the pee?
There's something like that. Just forget about it today.
He must be stronger than he looks.I'm surprised at him, too.
Give him some extra attention.
Yes.
You were doing your job.I'm sure that's what Joo Won thinks as well.
I don't know. I'm not sure.
I feel I was ignorant of the world, when it's changing.
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I said to lie down.
I have no problem getting up.
Are you showing that you've never gotten beat up your whole life.
I've gotten beat up countless times, so I know.It will only make you suffer longer if not treated right away.
I know it because I have experience.
I'm sorry.
For everything.
If you're sorry then, listen to me well.
Here. Let me see your legs.
Where?
Look at what?
I need to clean the wound and put some medication.
I'll do it myself.
I said I know better than you.
I said forget it.
So you're okay with holding arms but legs?
That...
Let it go.
Then...
Don't roll up the blanket.
- Just let go!- Promise me you won't roll it up!
Excuse me.
Oh. Should I go out?
But, what am I hearing?
Don't roll up the blanket.
No, I can't...Could it be possibly...
You two, inside the blanket...
- In Woo!! - What are you saying?!!
Really... Those two have no shame, none.
One is a super nerd, and the other is a dssipated playboy...
Really.
Still, it's a relief that it isn't that serious.
Then, I'll leave.
That person. I mean with that woman around, I feel relief.
Thank you. It's all because of you.
Pay me back with wine.
You never change.
But that person, Hwa Yi.
She was really good at digging the ground.
She looked like a mole.
What?
I mean I like her.
What?
I'm a bit worried because you do too.
I don't want to repeat the past, again with you.
What... are you talking about?
I'll leave. I'll see you later.
Hey. Hey. Kang In Woo.
What is he talking about?He's so random.
It's done.
What should I do now?
Medication!I'm going to treat his leg.
I must do it!
You. I see you here.
What am I supposed to tell you?
First. I should say thank you.
Your grace is immeasurable.
Your Majesty.
Oh, yes.
I brought some medicine from the medical bureau.
'After all I did to you?', you would say.
No, not at all.
Thank you, Your Majesty.
I now understand what the retainers meant by they didn't know where to put themselves.
I'm not feeling easy seeing you acting this way.
Then, should I act difficult again?
Right. That is so you,
and, so like me.
So be aware, I'm the very King that you have known for years.
Do you understand?
Like today, I can abandon you again...
or anyone else, in order to achieve my goal.
What is the King like according to you?
No. It's just that I'm curious.
I'm also a Joseon citizen, and anyway, he's the King of this nation.
I don't know.
How so?
I previously thought I knew the king.
Ruthless and coldhearted... Therefore, I thought he was unfit to be a king.
But are you saying not anymore?
Right now, I don't know,
what kind of person he is.
He obviously wields his sword,
but I feel as though he is holding the blade directly with his hands and not using the grip.
He uses his sword knowing he's cutting his own hand.
I'm getting up there in age, but I'm still inept.
No.
I apologize. It's me that put you up to this.
It is me who was most hasty.
Since I put my own son into that position.
Is it your fault? It's every human (who makes mistakes)'s fault.
However, I still cannot support and be on His Majesty's side.
Now that I look at it, the Mayor must have been in major shock.
The Lietenant General that committed suicide was staying at the Mayor's residence, wasn't he?
Yes.
He always had a clean track record, clean as a whistle.Therefore, he must be in a huge shock.
Since, he was unknowingly harboring a thug at his house.
Why are you like this?
Is there something uncomfortable?
No, it's nothing.
Aigoo, are you now arriving?
I was wondering when you were going to come by your hideout, night and day.
You, are Gyo San?
I'm so scared. Are you here to catch me?
Lower your swords.
Yes, that's what you should do.
Isn't it because of me that you're walking on two feet like this?
Nice art masterpiece.
No doubt, art masterpieces follow money.
Of course, the same goes for high status.
What's your reason for coming here?
- You should know. - Fine.
That's enough with the introduction, get to the point.
Shall I?
You knew me, even from a long time ago.
Even down to the number of your servants' underpants.
How you have a relationship with the Ming Dynasty, and this hideout as well.
I knew from earlier on.
You have established yourself well. A good spot.
But, why have you kept quiet?
Surely, the king must have ordered you to do my background check?
Why? It's because the music has started playing.(Means: things are starting to unfold.)
I'm saying let's at least try dancing together.
Where did he go?
No way! I cannot lose that!
Your Majesty, don't feel rushed.
Kang Joo Seon has started to show his true colors, so we'll be able to catch him soon.
Yes, that will happen. Also, that was the reason for this.
However...
I was thinking about something else.
I thought that you can read my mind all the time.
Is it okay for me to ask you what you're concerned about?
Your Majesty, it was as if... you already knew me.
Yes. Perhaps.
Since, long before.
That technician from Japan,
he keeps getting my attention.
For some reason...
since the very beginning, until now.
Hwagidogam
It will only be a minute. I have to find something inside.
Hwagidogam will open again by tomorrow.
I lost something really important. Please, I beg you.
I have to find it. It's the last gift my Royal Mother gave me.
If it's not here, then where is it?
It's not one or two places I've been.
Are you Hwa Yi?
Kim Gae Si
I asked you. Why aren't you answering?
Y-Yes. I am.
But, what is the problem?
"What is the problem?" you're asking?
Follow me.
Did you not hear me?
The king is looking for you.
Gwang Hae made it out alive like that, again...
The heavens have forsaken me.
Queen Dowager, someday there will be a day where he will be damned by the heavens.
However, Queen Dowager. There is one thing that is bothering me.
What is it?
You know about the technician that is involved with the Firearms Division incident,
I had a chance to see that person.
How can you?
That, it was a few days ago, here in GyeongWoon Palace.
Queen Dowager, it's the herbal elixir.
Bring it in.
First, please drink this herbal elixir.
Your Highness!
This...! This...!
Your Highness, whatever is the matter?
You! Where did you get this?!
Pardon?
Your Highness, what is it?
Did you not hear me!
How can you have this sacred "Buddhist Eye" bracelet?
Your Highness, please spare my life!
I just got this from an entrance guard.
What?
Your Highness! Your Highness!
Where is the guard?
Bring the entrance guard!
Your Highness, they are different guards today.
Why are you acting in the manner?
It belongs to the Princess, Court Lady Jeong.
What?!
This, I gave this to Princess Jeong Myeong that day.
Your Highness...
Princess, Princess!
Jeong Myeong...
Your Majesty, it is Court Lady Kim.
Come in.
Your Majesty, I brought that technician from Hwagidogam.
Let him in.
Bring in some refreshments, and you may leave.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Eat.
I'm fine, Your Majesty.
Is it because you're under Counselor Hong?
You also don't take my command seriously.
Oh no, I must have scared you.
That is not my intention. That is not the reason why I called for you, so relax.
Will you pour me a cup of tea?
Yes.
I apologize for asking you this,
but what is your reason for calling me?
You served as a slave in a Japanese mine?
Then, where did you live while in Joseon?
It's just...
I used to live in Dongrae, part of Gyeongsang Province.
Dongrae...
I know it well too. People are very hospitable.
Yes, Your Majesty.
But how did you end up in Japan?
My father was a fisherman,
and I followed him along his fishing boat,
and wound up in Japan.
Is that so?
You, who are you?
You're quite good at lying to me but,
you're still lousy at it.
You have never been to Dongrae nor are you the child of a fisherman.
Your Majesty...
That gaze... I'm right.
You look very familiar, even from the very first time.
Also, you said it with your own mouth. That even from a long time ago,
I should know you already.
Your Majesty, that is because I was put on a spot.
No!
Also, you know how to use the wrapper when eating a dasik.
Regardless of a person's status, when someone pour the tea for you,
that you bow your head slightly and nod. Which is the Royal Palace's custom.
Therefore, even when I, who am the King, bowed my head, it didn't even cause a reaction.
Therefore, speak.
What purpose do you have to enter into Hwagidogam?
I'm asking, who you are!
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