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- Gyeongseong Metropolitan Police - Jong-Ro Station
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- Episode 18 - Originally Aired on 11/28/1991
Get moving!
- Come open his cell. - Yes.
Get moving.
Wait!
Where's my mother? My mother!
Where is she, you bastards? Where is my mother?
Mother!
You sons of bitches!
We have him in custody for now.
He looked to be part of one of those revolutionary youth movements.
But I guess he just runs errands for them.
I don't think we'll get anything of note out of him.
And about the ones we arrested last time.
You know, the impostors back in Jeju.
Shall we just let his brother and that friend of his go?
We can't leave his mother there for long.
Another few days and we might lose her.
Set them free.
Start with the mother, and keep them under observation 24/7.
Observation?
I lost him right under my nose.
I almost got him, but those army fools got in the way.
They should deal with him firsthand, then.
Just forget it.
And besides, it's not like they'd thank us if we found him.
They were no pushovers.
They'd be the biggest names I catch in my entire career.
- Where are you headed? - Army command.
- Kwantung 17th Operational Control - Yongsan, Gyeongseong
You were the only one I knew here, so I'll have to borrow some of your time.
So you must think we really "know" each other?!
I don't really know who informed you of this case, but...
Let this be a warning. Don't you bother trying to dig into it.
Since the CIC and our intelligence department are already working on it.
But tell me, how did you find out?
I thought it was highly classified information?!
Yes... I was actually surprised myself. How could something like this...
It's the worst embarrassment in the history of our imperial forces.
First they blow up the entire Jeju headquarters,
and now even kidnap a major of the intelligence department just like that?!
So what, are you implying they're in Gyeongseong now?
- Don't tell me... - Not at all, it's the first time I hear of this.
- Who on earth are you... - So what happened?
If you refuse to tell me, I'll have to ask the Counter Intelligence Corps.
You started telling me, so I'll have them finish it.
I don't know if we're dealing with the same men.
It's just that their description matched, and it was once again a duo.
By description, are you telling me there were eye-witnesses?
Find a private named Nogei.
He was driving for Major Harada of the Intelligence Department.
Set up a meeting with him whatever it takes.
- What happened? - That Harimoto... Jang Harim is in Gyeongseong.
Sleeping?
Yes.
Wait... Listen to me!
I said listen!
Whatever the case, we're under Hialty's command!
This has nothing to do with him, it's something for us to deal with.
The baby just fell asleep.
We've been assigned a task, and that is waiting for our next orders.
All right, then. Forget it.
I'll just handle this alone.
Aigoo... You really!
Yeook, you try to reason with him.
Did we come here just to get rid of a single pro-Japanese collaborator?
Is that all we went through that brutal training for?
What's this?
Whatever.
I found it in Harada's bag.
Great Cause Front?
Ahh... I've heard of them before.
It was founded by a certain Park Chungeum, right?
I've heard a lot about him, especially dealing with the Greater Asia Conference.
Even pro-Japanese collaborators speak ill of him, so you can imagine.
But isn't it strange?
That his name would show up among things like defense plans for Joseon.
Why would Harada carry documents dealing with that front?
Look at the last sentence at the bottom.
"I also list the name of two hundred thousand anti-Japanese elements."
I have a bad feeling about that.
Feeling?!
We'll have to find out whatever we can about them.
Both Park Chungeum and that list of anti-Japanese elements he mentioned.
I just...
Saipan came back to mind.
You look almost like a different person now.
So cheerful and full of confidence.
It actually looks as if you're feeling alive.
- Must you really go? - I have to do it.
I just don't feel good about it.
I just worry about that driver we spared, and that he might recognize you.
There's no way.
He never saw me at the Gukilgwan,
and he barely glanced at me that day, how could he remember?
Let's just remain here, stay with your baby.
That's not something a woman should do.
I feel the same. It's the first time in my life I really feel alive.
For the first time, I'm doing something that's meaningful, even to our country.
Especially when you think that I once contemplated death.
Right... I found someone who might help us.
It's this elder member of the governor-general's secretariat, and he's from Joseon.
He might help us get closer to Park Chungeum.
- Promise. - What?
That you won't try anything dangerous.
And that you won't do anything against your wishes.
I promise.
Ohh... It's you.
I'm Detective Suzuki.
You know this investigation is classified, don't you?
Yes, Sir.
Have a seat.
Shall we start from the beginning?
The beginning?!
So what, this old man should just guzzle the night away?
Where is Choseon? Am I too old for her now?
How could that be the case, Naeuri?!
You little scoundrel...
You subject me to your drunken antics?
Naeuri...
Ohh Ohh... I ought to...
You drink all night with youngsters and then I get the short end of the stick?
Let me pour you a drink, uh?
- Ohh Ohh, you little... - Or else, I can just go.
That's all.
I could really do nothing to stop it.
A woman... So there was a woman?!
Looks like the major knew her.
The moment he saw her, he told me to stop the car.
- I even told this to the MPs. - But it was the first time you saw her, right?
Yes.
Would you be able to recognize her?
Other than the fact she was wearing some white dress...
I barely glanced at her from across the road.
She was hit by a car, and the major carried her back,
but then the driver...
Must I repeat the whole story again?
Was this man one of them?
Ahh... He probably was the one sitting in the back.
Wow... He really looks like him, you know?
You talked of a dear friend of Major Harada, if I recall?
That'd be Major Yamagata.
I'm Detective Suzuki. I was added to the investigation on Major Harada's abduction.
Harada?
He's your typical intelligence officer. Always by the book.
I'm actually here to ask you about his dealings with women.
I'm sure you've heard that a woman was responsible for his abduction.
That's what puzzles me.
I can't vouch for the rest, but he's always been careful with women.
We even had to force him to join us for a drink,
telling him he couldn't ignore Chosen's beauties all the time.
For a drink?
To no avail, I'm afraid.
He would sit there doing nothing, and then just pick up and leave.
It's as if he tried to warn us to be particularly careful about women.
But there was this gisaeng who seemed quite smitten by him...
He didn't even steal a glance at her. He sure could be stubborn.
You remember her name?
- Gukilgwan - (Gyeongseong)
He's my brother.
I'm Kim Taesu.
So, tell me...
A fine looking young man like you has nothing to do?
I have no excuses.
Then we'll have to find something for you.
Can you keep pestering your poor sister?
I know I should be ashamed.
From what I hear, you'd like to become part of the Great Cause Front?!
Yes, I do.
But it probably would be hard to be accepted without any connections.
And why would you want to join them?
Instead of wasting away my days in a time of great crisis,
I'd rather sacrifice myself for the good of our nation.
That's very commendable of you.
So you want me to recommend you?
I apologize.
- Choseon... - Yes?
Is your brother really trustworthy?
- It's Wolhyang. - What's the matter?
- I had something to tell Choseon. - To Choseon?!
Sure you're not trying to send her to another room?
How could I?!
So I suppose this is Choseon's brother?
Wait...
I think I've seen him before?!
Have we ever met before?
I don't really...
Why, is his innocent face arousing you or something?
Who knows... Maybe I could even ask him out, if he's not taken?!
So you wanted to talk?
You cunning little... Brother?!
Listen...
It's that guest from the other night, isn't it?
I never forget men's faces, you know that.
When did things between you two get that serious?
Are you close enough to get him a job?
Wake up.
Want to give him mind and body, so that you can regret it later?
Right... Go check there.
There's some man looking for you, and he gives me strange vibes.
My name is Choseon.
- So you are the famous Choseon? - Let me pour you a drink.
May I try to guess who you are?
Judging by your hairstyle, I doubt you're in the army.
Is asking questions about your customers what your job is about?
Seeing how intimidating you can be, I'm sure I'm not dealing with a mere businessman...
Here.
I see your reputation was well earned. Don't you think?
With that letter in your hands,
nobody will ignore you, let alone Park Chungeum.
I'll never forget this debt of gratitude.
Nah...
Are you already leaving?
I now know your face, so shall I try to read your mind next time?
Ohh... I've heard you were close with Major Harada,
- it's too bad what happened to him. - What are you talking about?
- Did Major Harada... - Shouldn't you act a little more surprised?
- Yangyuan (Hebei Province, China) -
My name is Yeook. Yoon Yeook.
So don't forget it.
I'm...
pregnant.
I'm sorry.
- Where did you hide the women? - I don't know, believe me.
I don't know... Please don't...
You?
Speak!
- Gyeongseong -
- And your husband? - No news yet, Mother.
I tried to ask, but to no avail.
I wish they released him instead.
Didn't you get to meet him inside? They can't have killed him, right?
- Still have to hear back from Harim? - Yes.
All the better.
He shouldn't even find out.
What on earth could he have possibly done, to cause all this?
People in the neighborhood were arguing he might have deserted...
- Could it be that? - No need to know.
I get all sorts of concerns exactly because I don't know.
He's your son just like my husband...
I'm not trying to blame you, but if you know something, I wish you'd just tell me.
It's not like people like us should suffer because of him...
- Ewww... It's freezing! - Look at all this dirt.
Being in the independence movement doesn't mean you shouldn't bathe.
Will you please stop saying that? People will hear you.
Don't you know great men would always take a nice bath before a big day?
That felt good.
- Great Cause Front -
- Sit here a moment. - Yes.
What's your relationship with Councilor Kwak?
I was a secretary of his.
You were personally recommended by him.
- Is this your resume? - Yes.
College graduates can write, all right.
A call from Director Nogei, Sir.
Take him with you, give him Secretary Yoon's old post.
- Explain what his duties will be. - Thank you, Sir. I'll give my best.
Yes... Yes. Ahh... It's me.
I'm separating letters he should read firsthand from those he need not,
along with those which require a reply or not.
He doesn't necessarily need to read these, but they require an answer.
Your job is exactly that of answering them.
Your predecessor used to write documents for us, but I'll gradually teach you.
My name is Kim Taesu.
In a way you'll be my mentor, so what should I call you?
I'm Secretary Lee.
Secretary Lee...
- It's too bad, though. - What is?
Referring to such beauty as "secretary".
It's not easy, you know.
It's Gyeongae. My name.
Lee Gyeongae...
Lee Gyeongae.
Well, it's not like we're not cursing her for being ungrateful.
After all, she disappeared without leaving a single note.
Look, you're the one who accepted her here, isn't it?
Would it make sense for you not to know?
Should I strip you down to get some answers?
I don't really know why you're looking for Choseon,
but if there's anyone who should complain about her absence, it's us.
Not only was she among the most popular with regulars...
You don't get it, do you?
- Let's just take her in for questioning. - You really have no place in mind?
I do have a vague idea, but without any evidence...
Want to see this place close down?
Why would you say that...
Or maybe I should leave a few men outside the gates and list every single customer?
Why, think I wouldn't be able to because of the kind of people you get here?
Here...
There's only one explanation for the disappearance of someone as popular as her.
- She was taken in by someone as his mistress. - Who?
I can't say with certainty, but it could be Councilor Kwak.
Especially considering he hasn't shown up ever since Choseon disappeared, and...
And?
She introduced her brother to the councilor, probably to get him a job or something.
Her brother?!
Yes... Or at least that's what she said. He didn't look like a brother at all...
- So will you be home this evening? - Why?
If you're not, I think I might just go out.
Ohh Ohh... You little...
Must I always stay home all alone?
Looks like I got myself quite the rascal.
If that's what you wish for, I'll just stay home.
Shall I have a smoke before I go...
- Come on... - Where do you want to go?
To this tea house in Myeongdong.
Just like one of those emancipated Western women, you know.
Sure it's not to meet some youngster?
I still don't get it.
Of all people, why would you cling to someone like me?!
I certainly am not going to complain about your company, but I really can't figure you out.
If it's money, you already were making enough of it at the Gukilgwan.
And considering my age, it's not like I would please you at night.
No... Maybe that's the reason you chose me?!
Still, I wonder...
There must be another reason why you left the Gukilgwan in such a hurry.
- A man kept pestering me. - A man?
Must have been a detective.
I was so scared of him.
And he kept obsessing over the fact I only served you.
That little scoundrel...
- Mister Kwak is leaving. - Yes...
Yes, headquarters speaking.
Yes, they'll gather today at six o'clock at Bumin Hall.
We'll publish all details in the newspaper, so you may check that.
He's looking for you.
Terrific job.
I did it just to test you out... but this is excellent.
- I like it. - You're flattering me.
"Unity for the Greater East Asia."
Freedom for all Greater Asia people.
Sounds good.
Send this to the press, and prepare a speech for the conference.
You want me to write a speech for you?
I had another scribe write this, but it has no impact whatsoever.
It's as if he thought flowery verbiage is what makes a speech.
Tell them we must fight and destroy. Be direct, for once.
I'll give my best.
- Called the government-general? - Yes, Sir.
- Aren't you leaving? - I've got some work left to do.
I was asked to write a speech for the upcoming conference.
Seems like you gained his confidence.
But I still can't compare with you, for sure...
Seems like he's got more confidence in you than anyone else here.
Still here.
- How's everything? - Sir.
Looks like you won't even get to go home tonight...
It's okay.
- Doesn't he have a desk back home? - I guess he doesn't have electricity.
Let me take that. It's probably for me.
Secretariat of the Great Cause Front.
Ohh... Still aren't done yet? Where did you say?
A hotel. Just as you said.
She came first, and he came in just now.
I guess guards follow him around all the way here.
Miserable coward...
I guess he's done enough to be afraid for his life.
Did you manage to get in touch with Yeook?
I'll send her your way, just look into that woman for me.
Of course.
Some buddies called me out for a drink.
Hearing they've got women as well makes me thirsty...
So that's Park Chungeum?
Yes, the leader of the Great Cause Front, not to mention a top pro-Japanese collaborator.
How much longer will we have to wait?
- What if she spends the night here? - No, I'm sure that's not going to happen.
Not to mention that she'd have to get changed, anyway.
She's coming.
- Still not done? - I better go now.
Although I'm still not done.
Let me.
Secretariat of the Great Cause Front.
- Is Jang Harim there? - Yes, it's me.
I see it's a call you were waiting for...
Hello?
Jang Harim.
Were you waiting for a call from your friends?
What happened to you?
This is Mister Lee. We met in Shanghai.
I'm Lee Seongdo.
I've heard from people at the provisional government...
that some of our people were working for the US Army OSS.
I never imagined we'd get to meet this way.
I'm Jo Moongwi.
Introduce yourself.
- I'm Yoo Manju. - Yes.
I see you do greet some people the right way.
They're Revolutionary Corps members.
Then...
If it weren't for him, we'd have been in trouble.
I was checking the alley, and saw you kept following Gyeongae.
I went... "Park Chungeum must have gotten a hold of her."
He comes to me, whispering.
"Hey, this is trouble. Park Chungeum sent some of his men here! We're screwed!"
Imagine how surprised I was.
Suddenly two men jump at me...
I didn't even have time for that, since I got hit right away.
It's really surprising. I never imagined.
So you went after her to get your hands on some of Park's secrets?
Well, I just...
Gyeongae is doing her best as well.
But we're not exactly dealing with a pushover here.
We tried all we could to get that list of 200,000 anti-Japanese activists...
List or whatever, I told you there's only one way.
Just kill Park and get it over with.
- But is there really such a list? - There is.
I even know where he keeps it.
I just haven't managed to get my hands on it.
What's the point?
They can make a new one anytime they like.
The only way to put an end to this is killing Park.
Why, you think they won't find someone else to take his place?
So, what? Should we just do nothing?
Forgot what he did after the Kanto earthquake?
We're dealing with someone who slaughtered fellow Joseon people.
And now he'll kill another two hundred thousand here.
We're going to act the day after tomorrow.
All explosives are ready, but all we need now is to be on the same page.
Half of us argue we should just kill him, the other half only wants the list.
I couldn't believe it at first.
I got hand of some documents while on an OSS mission.
And there was a report about Park Chungeum.
I knew his Great Cause Front was nothing more than organized crime,
but I can't believe he's planning to kill so many fellow compatriots.
It must be his reaction upon hearing of the Soviets' possible involvement.
That's probably why they're planning to get rid of Joseon's most problematic figures.
That's a sad story.
She was unlucky enough to meet Park at a very young age.
Looks like she's been his mistress ever since the age of seventeen.
We managed to meet and she eventually joined our cause,
but I feel guilty every time I see her.
So about what you said earlier...
Killing Park Chungeum or getting the list.
Shall we try to do both at the same time?
- WithS2 Presented - 20th Anniversary Special E Y E S of D A W N - Episode 18 -
- Starring - Park Sangwon (Jang Harim) Chae Sira (Yoon Yeook)
Choi Jaesung (Choi Daechi) Park Geunhyung (Suzuki)
Byun Heebong (Park Chungeum) Hong Seongmin (Councilor Kwak)
Choi Hyeonmi (Gyeongae) Lee Wonjae (Jo Moongwi)
- Translated and Timed By - Anarchist
- Timing QC- julier
- Editing - langdon813
- Coordinators - ay_link, mily2