Hwarangdo was established by King Jinheung.
Anyone who insults Hwarangdo will be killed with my sword.
Hwarangdo did not fulfill its duty to protect the queen.
If you resist, Hwarangdo will be abolished for treason.
You and all the Hwarangs will not survive.
Do you want to resist a royal order and shed blood?
Whether they die or not is up to you.
I will make a decision after I speak to the queen.
Your Majesty, why did you order Hwarangdo to be disarmed?
Telling Hwarangdo to give up arms is like ordering that Hwarangdo be abolished.
The Hwarangs will be trained as soldiers by the defense department.
Hand over the list of Hwarangs and their weapons to the defense department.
I did not save my grandfather to save the leader of my family.
I did that to prevent friendly relations with Baekje from being destroyed.
I will accept punishment for not protecting you properly.
But please don't dampen the patriotic spirits of the Hwarangs.
There will be no friendly relations with Baekje.
You wanted unification of the Three Kingdoms even before you took the throne.
Why do you want to give that up?
I wish for peace of the Three Kingdoms.
If I could save the people from battle, I would jump into a fire.
Then why...
I am the queen of Silla.
If I beg for friendly relations after they sent assassins to kill me,
Silla will lose national authority.
I will protect my people with force.
If they invade Silla, I will repay them by attacking ten of their fortresses.
Those Baekje fools blocked my reentry into court.
They'll accuse me of being friendly with Baekje and our family will be ruined.
If Bidam deceives the court and continues to act arbitrarily,
I will fight him to the end.
I will help fight Bidam.
Victory has already been decided.
Don't be rash.
Just smile and give Bidam what he wants.
How can you...
I know how upsetting this is.
But that's the only way for our family to survive.
Remember what I said.
I'd rather leave Seorabeol than bow to Bidam!
Be patient.
Things will change when we find proof that he killed Horim.
I could wish for nothing more.
Yusin!
One of Bidam's men promised to give testimony regarding Horim's death.
Really?
Yes.
He says he will meet you at Namcheongyo tonight.
Why isn't he coming?
There he is.
Did you witness Horim's death?
Yes, I did.
Are you sure Bidam gave the order to kill him?
Tell him what you know.
You don't have to worry.
You only followed orders.
You will be forgiven if you tell the truth.
Are you sure Bidam killed Horim?
The person who killed Horim was...
Why are you working with Bihyeong's followers and causing problems?
Bidam.
Why are you trying to cover up Horim's death?
Arrest the criminals who killed Horim.
Kill them if they resist.
Kill them!
I'll take care of this. Get out of here.
By yourself?
If we get caught together, we'll be framed.
I said go!
Okay. Chabi, let's go.
It has been found that Kim Yusin colluded with Bihyeong's followers and killed Horim.
He will not be able to avoid execution.
The people will not believe Kim Yusin was guilty of that.
He is respected by the people. If he is executed, the people could turn.
How can you seek a great cause by fearing the people?
Kim Yusin killed an official to cover up his crimes.
What more proof do you need?
Other people who are friendly with Baekje like Sukheuljong and Yongchun
should all be executed, too, to show how strict national law is.
You sound as if you've become the court leader.
That's absurd.
I just want to be a cornerstone for Her Majesty's reign.
Show him in.
- Show him in. - Yes, sir.
What brings you here?
I came to ask a favor to the two people who are leading this country's court.
This is money and farmland deeds I saved all my life.
I am giving it to you, so you may use it to lead the court.
Give my family a chance to breathe.
Is this a bribe from a former court leader?
I'm begging you to save Yusin.
I will do anything you ask.
Show some mercy.
Get up.
This is so precipitous of you.
Save my grandson for old time's sake.
I'm begging you.
Since you are begging so much, I will think about it.
Instead, you will have to give up your position and your house.
You will have to leave Seorabeol.
Can you do that?
Thank you.
I will do that.
Your Majesty, it's late. What are you doing here?
I am concerned that Yusin was arrested.
If I'm to save him, I will have to abandon Bidam or
give up royal authority and beg.
I don't know what to do.
Your Majesty, Chunchu returned to Seorabeol.
How about discussing it with him?
What? Chunchu is back?
I am sorry I wasn't able to be by your side at a time like this.
I was lonely on the throne after I sent you away.
I'm so glad that you're back safely.
I heard you weren't sure what to do about Yusin.
When you're sitting on the throne, you can tell who is telling the truth.
I can't overpower the court and might have to abandon a loyal servant like Yusin.
This is really deplorable.
I traveled the Three Kingdoms and the Central Plain.
I saw how the people lived and thought about the future.
There seems to be no way to avoid battle of the Three Kingdoms.
Is it because prince Uija tried to kill me?
It isn't because of Baekje. It is because of Tang.
After unifying the Central Plain,
if Tang uses trading as bait to cause trouble for the Three Kingdoms,
there will be no way of avoiding battle.
If we can't avoid battle,
I will fight to protect the royal family and the people of this country.
Your Majesty, Kim Yusin has a high reputation for his courage and loyalty
not only in Silla, but also in Baekje, Goguryeo and even the Central Plain.
If battle occurs, he will block attacks by Baekje and Goguryeo.
Instead of executing him, use him to defend this country.
That is the only way to save the royal family and people from battle.
I tried to seek friendly relations with Baekje,
but it didn't work out because I'm lacking.
It's not your fault.
It was the heavens' will.
The Three Kingdoms will be swept in battle.
In order to create a world free of battle and suffering,
we must overcome any trials.
I promise to do that.
What a tearful reunion.
It won't matter how hard you try to join forces.
Chunchu will not be able to enter court.
As for you, when you go to the border again, you will never be able to return.
Do you regret coming to Daeyaseong and asking me for soldiers?
I wasn't able to win over your loyalty. I only lit up your ambition.
Who can I blame? It's all my fault.
But I believe that you will join us some day to achieve prosperity for Silla
and peace for the Three Kingdoms.
Father, will uncle never be able to return to Seorabeol again?
He will return some day and become a cornerstone in
achieving prosperity for Silla and unification of the Three Kingdoms.
Uncle Yusin! Uncle Heumsun!
You must come back.
I will unify the Three Kingdoms with you!
In the mid 7th century when Queen Seondeok took the throne,
China was living in peace under the rule of the emperor of Tang.
There was political stability and prosperity in China.
In Baekje, King Uija became the 31st king of Baekje.
He was seeking prosperity for Baekje.
Baekje also had to achieve power and wealth through active trading with Tang.
King Uija was preparing a huge attack on Danghangseong since
it was a strategic spot for trading.
Silla was facing attacks by Baekje and Goguryeo. ~ 642 ~
Goguryeo and Baekje have their eyes on Danghangseong.
If we lose Danghangseong to them,
we will lose our trading route with the Central Plain.
We will be surrounded and alienated by Goguryeo, Baekje and Wae.
We must defend Danghangseong.
Ever since you took the throne, our soldiers have never lost a battle.
It is all your blessing.
Yongchun is leading 10,000 elite soldiers.
He will defend Danghangseong.
Please don't worry.
- Please don't worry. - Please don't worry.
I will trust you.
Serve your country with loyalty. Serve your parents with filial duty.
Make trustworthy friends. Never retreat in battle.
Value life and don't kill recklessly.
Those are the five Hwarang rules taught by Buddhist priest Wongwang.
We are of the low class and can't be Hwarangdo.
Do we have to follow those rules?
You don't have to be on the Hwarangdo registry to be a Hwarang.
If you remember these five rules and live for your country and its people,
you can become greater than Hwarangdo.
We will remember that.
Let's stop for today.
I made some rice cakes. Take some.
Thank you.
- Rice cakes! - Rice cakes!
Thank you.
I'm not even getting paid.
I should support what my husband does.
It would be nice if Beopmin was here.
He's never around.
Everyone has his own destiny.
He will fulfill his, so don't worry.
Silla-Baekje border area
I am Beopmin, son of former pungwolju Kim Chunchu.
If you ever invade Silla again and oppress my people,
I will kill all of you.
Shoot!
It's your turn.
Gwang, show them the spirit of Silla Hwarangs.
I am Silla Hwarang Cheongwang!
Take my hand.
Split up and lose them!
Shoot!
Kill them!
Relax.
It's Silla territory from here. They won't be able to follow us.
They're still coming after us.
What?
What are you going to do?
I will not let them invade Silla.
What?
You want to fight them?
If I'm going to end up like a porcupine with their arrows,
I'd rather kill one of them before I die.
Cheongwang, let's fight to our death!
Retreat!
Did you see that?
They were afraid of me.
They didn't run because of you.
Uncle!
Chase them outside the border!
Father.
Uncle!
Beopmin, why are you always hanging out at the border area?
It's stuffy in Seorabeol.
It's better to travel the Three Kingdoms and see how the people are living.
Don't cause your father concern. Return to Seorabeol.
I was planning to return today.
My throat is a bit dry. Do you have any wine?
What?
Are you already drinking?
Of course.
How can I be a real man if I can't drink?
You were just a little boy. You're a grown man now.
I will drink with you until your nose gets crooked.
You?
Forget it.
I have a good looking face.
I don't want an ugly crooked nose like yours.
Life is different in Seorabeol.
Aunt and uncle will be worried because I was away for a long time.
Let's hurry.
Go ahead. I'm going to stop by and see the gisaengs.
You're going to see gisaengs before you see your parents?
A hero is lewd.
I heard they got a new gisaeng and she's really beautiful.
I'm going to go quench my thirst.
- Cheongwang. - Yes.
Let's go.
There are suspicious movements by the Baekje army at the border.
Father wanted you to hold a meeting of former Hwarang leaders before a battle breaks out.
I will do that and come up with some measures.
Where is Beopmin?
He had to urgently see someone. He should be here soon.
Hello.
What is it?
I'll be right there. Go ahead.
Let's go.
This area is only for important guests.
You should go to the gisaengs out there.
Is there discrimination against people who drink with gisaengs?
Do you know who he is?
I know Bidam.
He controls this country's court at will.
Get him out of here.
Let go of me!
I thought you looked familiar. You're Chunchu's son.
It's natural for butterflies to chase flowers,
but you sought the wrong flower.
Don't disgrace your father's name. Watch what you do.
You're...
Why did Yeonhwa return to Seorabeol and become a gisaeng?
Don't ask any questions. Forget about Yeonhwa.
You must not come here again.
Hey!
I allowed you to return to Seorabeol and opened up this place for you.
Why do you want to be a gisaeng?
My biological mother caused a national crisis and
the father who raised me was the leader of insurgents.
He made the people cry.
As their daughter, I want to repay their sins by making people smile.
Will you be my mistress?
I might be a gisaeng of low class, but I have blood of royalty.
I can't lie in anyone's arms.
Will you be satisfied if I become the court leader?
Since the ruler is the queen, if you become the court leader,
you would have the highest position among all men.
I will wait until then.
How bold of you.
I will become the highest man in Silla and have you.
Beopmin. Inmun.
I believe the two of you will carry on me and your uncle's promise
to unify the Three Kingdoms.
Why are you wandering around the border area and demonstrating bravado?
Don't you know that such reckless actions can hurt your friends and even cause battle?
You should nurture a great spirit and focus on your studies.
Why are you fogging your judgment by going to see gisaengs?
What's the use of having a great cause such as unifying the Three Kingdoms?
You are overpowered by someone like Bidam and
you can't even enter court.
You are merely teaching young children.
Baekje and Goguryeo soldiers are afraid of uncle.
He is the lord of a small fortress at the border area.
I can't join Hwarangdo or enter court.
What's the use of having such a great cause in my heart?
How can you say that?
Father! Gather soldiers and attack Bidam!
After controlling the court, I will lead in unifying the Three Kingdoms.
How can you ask father to commit treason?
How is it treason to kill someone who tries to control the court
and monopolizes national policies?
Did you forget Bidam is an enemy who ruined father and uncle?
- Beopmin! - Stop it!
I know the rage you feel.
But if you try to seek revenge for personal reasons,
you will not be able to achieve anything.
If you really care for this country and its people, calm your heart down.
Train yourself and make plans for the future.
Beopmin!
Why can't you control your temper?
Don't pretend to be the only good son.
You learned about loyalty from books.
How could you know about the sufferings of the people?
How could you know the rage I feel?
What?
Could your rage compare to what father suffered?
If you speak to him like that again, I will not forgive you.
I will not let a younger brother lecture me.
Gotaso is having a baby soon?
She is expecting to deliver next month.
Chunchu, I can't believe you are already going to be a grandfather.
I would like you to enter court. What do you think?
Ten years have passed. I don't think the court will oppose.
Thank you, but that could cause hostility in court.
The court shouldn't be divided with battle ahead.
Please reconsider.
You are very admirable.
Munhui, won't you be disappointed with me?
I only serve you and my husband. I am not disappointed with anyone.
If battle lasts long, there will be a lack of crops and famine will result.
Give an order prohibiting extravagance and pleasures to be prepared.
I will do that.
Go ahead. I will follow soon.
Do you have something to say to me?
Since you are a relative of the royal family,
I can't stop you from seeing the queen.
But I won't let you use that as an excuse to interfere in court business.
You have power over the court. Are you still afraid of me?
Why should I be afraid of someone who only teaches children?
You should be afraid of my cause.
What?
The blade of power gets rusty after time, but a cause shines more.
Achieve a great cause with the power you have.
If you do, you will be a pillar of this country.
I will kill that cause of yours with my power.
Don't lecture me. Just teach your son properly.
Gotaso will be delivering soon. Go to Daeyaseong and give this to her.
I'd like to be there for her delivery, but I can't leave Seorabeol right now.
I will do as you wish.
Stay there until I say so.
Father, why...
You will only collide with Bidam as long as you are in Seorabeol.
He is a bigger tree than you think.
He won't be cut down with your axe yet.
I will get Danghangseong before this year passes.
I will cut off Silla's trading route and dry them up of wealth.
Top elite soldiers are defending Danghangseong.
You should attack the southwestern border to distract their attention,
then attack Danghangseong.
You mean pretend to attack east, but attack west?
That's right.
If you take Daeyaseong, Silla will strengthen defenses at the border.
You should be able to take Danghangseong then.
Daeyaseong is an impregnable fortress.
Kim Chunchu's son-in-law, Kim Pumseok, is defending it.
What?
Did you say Kim Chunchu's son-in-law?
Yes.
He is highly trusted by the soldiers and the people.
I will give you 20,000 soldiers.
Take Daeyaseong and capture Kim Chunchu's daughter and son-in-law.
I will give a generous reward.
Daeyaseong: Today's Hapcheon
I can't believe she made this. I'm so grateful.
I will go and say hello after I give birth.
How are mother and father?
They are both healthy.
Why is your stomach so big?
Have a fine son just like me.
Don't cure our baby.
What if he's ugly like you?
I'm more handsome than you.
Right?
My lord!
10,000 Baekje soldiers are headed toward Daeyaseong.
Is that true?
Give me 500 soldiers.
I will drive them away.
Attack!
Retreat!
You came a long way.
The other former Hwarang leaders are waiting.
What?
Chunchu is meeting the former Hwarang leaders at Yeongheungsa?
I heard Kim Yusin is attending, too.
Why are they meeting with battle ahead of us?
Gather soldiers. I'm going to Yeongheungsa.
Yes, sir.
Baekje will attack the southwestern border to distract us.
What measures can we take?
I told the fortress lords to strengthen their defenses.
10,000 iron soldiers have been trained. They are ready to fight at any time.
Yeomjang, are there enough weapons and rations for 10,000 iron soldiers?
I'll sell the underwear I'm wearing if I have to.
The less you have, the stronger this country will be.
It is important that we stabilize public sentiments if there is battle.
Have Hwarangs travel to observe public sentiments and defense conditions.
We're in trouble. Bidam is here with soldiers.
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