[Episode 45]
Jinyong.
Jingyong, you...
Is it true?
I took what's...
...rightfully yours?
Of all people...
...yours...?
Your position.
Everything...
Jinyong.
How did you...?
Nurse Jang told me.
Who I am.
How I lived a life...
...that didn't belong to me.
Yes. She did it because I was going to talk to my father.
You all acted so strangely.
Officer Kang, you, Songha, all of you...
Is this why?
My father tried...
...to kill you 3 years ago.
Because he could have it known who I am...
...who you are...
Because I would lose everything?
And you? You didn't say anything, either?
Because of me?
And me, I just went on my merry way...
...the daughter of a great house?
With no idea what I did to you?
Jinyong.
How could I?
How could I do that to you?
How...?
Please don't.
Please don't...
I didn't need rank or title.
I still don't. That's not important to me.
Jiyong, I'm...
It's important to me.
If not for me...
You and Nurse Jang could have spoken, you could have what's yours.
It's all my fault.
What was done to you, all of it.
Jinyong.
Jinyong!
Listen.
Leave her.
For now at least.
I'll talk to her.
Jinyong.
Hurry it up, come on.
I'm done.
But why is her ladyship here at this hour?
No idea. But from the look on her face.
Something must be wrong.
Here.
It's hot, careful.
Whew.
Drink. You'll feel better.
You knew, too?
I was the only one who didn't know.
After all this...
...the only one.
Was that why?
Because I'd be a slave again if it came out?
I'm sorry.
I didn't want you hurt.
Jinyong, Doctor Baek was desperate to protect you.
Can you at least try to understand that?
Neither of us could stand to see you enslaved.
So please, leave all this.
Get out of the capital.
And Kwanghyon?
Kwanghyon lost everything for me, is hurting even now.
Doctor Baek.
Well, they sure do fit, don't they.
Incredible.
Here.
Wh-what are you?? I'm fine.
What's fine, girly? Your feet hurt.
Lovely.
There. A little big, but better than nothing.
Here, like this.
Stop. Scrub hard and fast, see?
Or the stink won't come out.
Stop, I can do it.
Yeah, listen, I'm a horse dung expert.
And I haven't introduced myself.
I'm Baek Kwanghyon.
"Bright" Kwang, "Day" Hyon.
Pretty fancy for a bum like me, huh?
See? Grab his ear.
You can't just force it. Use your head.
I've got to say it.
You're some kind of shoveller. Were you a cow in your past life?
Well, forsythia, lovage, balloon flower, angelica, licorice.
Balloon flower, angelica, licorice. Very similar.
Oh?
Use your experience with animals.
Perfect.
Listen, about this angel-i-ca.
Can I use 'angel-white-paper'?
I slay me.
Deal. Deal.
Can you handle it? Ten in gold is a lot of money.
Just petty cash.
It's fine, since it will be mine.
Who says? It's mine, so there.
Just don't cry.
Don't you cry.
What was that? Five-by-five?
Gimme, gimme, gimme, some girl you are.
- Stop. - What was that?
No. I was wrong.
What I did was wrong.
They say I nearly killed him with the needle.
What did I think I was doing?
Stay with the horse dung where you belong.
Stay away from real medicine.
A horse quack is no doctor.
We all have to learn our place in this life.
Don't. I beg you.
Her ladyship and the clinic...
are above you.
Understand?
A horse doctor is no doctor at all.
It should have been me.
Not him. Me.
Jinyong.
How is Her Majesty's treatment going?
Lord Yi is with her night and day.
No one is allowed in or out.
There's no telling.
So we have to sit here and wait to hear from him?
Well...
No! How could I put myself in his power?
What else can we do?
Her Majesty has to recover.
Or we're finished.
More gamdutang for the toxicity.
Yes, doctor.
And the Chinese ash?
Here.
We need to fight the inflammation.
Add sesame oil.
Doctor.
Lord Yi.
My lord.
Your Majesty.
She's in too much pain.
Acupuncture isn't enough.
Let me.
Your Majesty, you have to take it.
It will help you feel better.
- Your Majesty. - Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, please.
- Your Majesty. - Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, please.
My lord, she's getting worse.
Kidney pills? Or anti-toxin?
The sores have progressed too far.
What now, my lord?
Doctor?
Brew up some poppy.
Pardon? Poppy?
We have to control the pain.
Or the treatment will be ineffective.
But if she gets worse...
She won't if she's cured quickly.
I can do this.
Enough chatter. Get it.
Yes, doctor.
Drink up.
I had my way, you'd be out the door.
But you're a patient.
Everyone's at the palace?
I heard the Queen Mother has throat lesions.
How is she?
How should I know? And what do you care?
If Lord Yi pulls it off...
...Baek Kwanghyon's out, am I right?
S-so? You crowing?
After all we did for you...
I see you have Qianghuo here.
Mind if I take some?
What?
It's a restorative, isn't it?
I swear, you're a real piece of work.
Qianghuo? Fine.
My lord.
How's Jinyong?
In shock.
But a little better this morning.
Where is she?
That's the road I took into the capital.
After I escaped from Yangju.
It's where we met.
And lost each other.
From Yongdal to Jinyong...
Everything changed in a day.
From runaway slave to the finest house in the capital.
People looking up to me.
Able to do anything I wanted.
You were on the run, sleeping in a stable.
All because me.
Take it back, Kwanghyon.
It belongs to you.
You'll never hear people call you a horse quack again.
If your true identity were known...
No.
I don't want that.
Don't you see?
My real name, my family...
...none of that matters.
Yes, maybe it was my destiny.
A great family, a high station.
But so what?
I haven't missed out on much.
And I've gained a lot.
If my life were different...
...I wouldn't met Kibae or Jabong.
Or Lord Ko. Master Saam.
Or you...
I wouldn't have you.
Yes, I lost my identity.
But I gained far more...
...than I lost.
Kwanghyon.
Please, Jinyong.
Don't blame yourself.
Or think it should be different.
It shouldn't be.
Don't try to change it.
Welcome. This way.
Malbok, take this to the kitches.
Yes, sir.
So Kwanghyon's been acting strange?
Yes. Ever since he came home last night.
I wonder...?
Lady Jinyong was acting strange last night too.
Jinyong?
Mm. She was here last night.
Her color was off.
Very strange.
Odd. I thought they were leaving together.
Now she's in the capital.
Really?
I wonder... Did they fight?
Doofus, like he'd act like you?
No. Something isn't right.
Huh?
It's not just this Lord Yi business.
It's something from his past, something he won't talk about.
You mean about Jinyong?
You think that's it?
So she's getting better?
Yes, Sire.
Her pain has decreased, she's taking food and medicine.
She's on the mend.
That's wonderful news.
Your Majesty, how do you feel?
Much better.
Lord Yi has done well.
Your honor me.
- Well done. - Sire.
Her Majesty's medicine.
All right. Fine.
I can't see the patient notes?
The medical institutions need to see Her Majesty's treatment.
It's Lord Yi's orders.
Then I'll see the prescription notes.
That isn't allowed either, sir.
What?
They're refusing to consult on her condition?
Not a word. Lord Yi has assumed personal responsibility.
So there's no way to know what medicine he's giving her?
None.
What exactly does he have to hide?
Kwanghyon.
Master.
Kayong told me you were really depressed.
She must be wrong.
Still, you don't look too good.
You look older than me.
Looking at you...
...I can see Jinyong knows everything.
Master.
How did you...?
There was a time Inju was looking for a boy.
I realized he was you.
Fate is cruel.
To you, me, her, all of us.
But Kwanghyon, this may be your destiny.
But it's hers, too.
Master.
I'm not unaware of your feelings.
But she has her own destiny to work out.
Shouldn't you let her have it?
Hello?
My lady.
Kwanghyon isn't in.
Wait a moment. I'll get him.
No. I wanted to see you.
I have a question.
For me?
You're my boy's friend?
Yes, sir.
Let's look at you.
You're hurt. That will scar if you're not careful.
I'm all right.
I'm sorry. This is my fault... my fault...
No... no...
I'm glad you're all right... glad you're not hurt...
Mister.
Little one, you're not a boy...
You're a girl, right?
Tell me.
You ran off from the Yangju office?
I knew it.
You... you're...
Little one... little baby...
Did you know?
Did you know... who I was?
Father.
Father...
Father... Father... Father...
You look like a man with troubles.
Never you mind.
It's cold.
Go back inside.
The Queen Mother is better?
Kayong. Always running at the mouth.
I saw her. She's sick with worry.
So you think Her Majesty is better?
That's good, isn't it?
Still so naive.
After everything that's happened.
How do you mean?
Listen, this is Yi Myonghwan. She has throat lesions.
Am I getting through?
Lesions over 3 inches wide.
Improvement with tonics and acupuncture?
Within a day, no less?
They'll be calling him a guru next.
Good old Yi Myonghwan, eh?
You still haven't found Jinyong?
No, sir. Not with the Princess, at the palace, not anywhere.
We're out of time.
Her Majesty isn't getting better.
Your orders, sir?
I've bought time by making her seem better.
There must be a way.
That still leaves Baek Kwanghyon.
He has to be silenced.
And I need that proof of his.
Time is pressing. Understood?
Yes, sir.
Me? Ask a favor of Dork 3?
Yes. Instructor Kwon is influential in the pharmacy.
So if you go ask him...
Why should she have to do it?
C'mon, what, you think he'd listen to you?
All the same!
Wait. What's this got to do with me?
Cause it's important.
We have to know what's going on in the palace.
Aren't you curious?
I swear. Well, kinda...
It's just a favor. Go ask him. Nothing to it.
Wait. Nurse!
What? Find out what?
Instructors here all sorts of stuff.
So find out what Lord Yi's up to.
You want me to be a spy?
And if I get caught, will you take the blame?
Will you do it if I do?
What?
Dork 3, now is the time to decide.
Lord Yi or Baek, see?
Think about it.
The time for games has come and gone. Time to step up.
How did she know?
No...
Pus.
Doesn't that mean she's getting worse?
Keep quiet. It's draining, that's all.
It has to drain.
Wait.
No one is to see this.
Ma'am.
Well, well, aren't we busy today.
What brings you here?
What're we, strangers?
Lord Yi has a big case. I'm here to help.
No, thanks. You can help by going away.
What? Going away?
Old bitty...!
Fine. You'll get yours when I make my move.
Big britches...
You.
Let's chat a bit.
Huh?
What's this?
You shouldn't...
What?
This is from Her Majesty's quarters?
No...
Any other news about Her Majesty?
None. Only that she's on the mend.
Try to be patient.
They won't let me see her.
It's driving me crazy.
Wait. Officer Mah, Officer Mah.
What are you planning?
We need Doctor Baek.
He can tell me if she's better or what.
Your Highness. Your Highness.
Who's there?
Officer Mah.
Doctor Baek.
What happened here?
It's here. They were after this.
Yi Myonghwan. So this is your choice?
Doctor Baek.
This...
Pus.
This came from the palace.
From the clothes, it's a steady stream.
No...
How can that be?
They said she's on the mend.
Bloody pus...?
My lord, in this case the infection will have reached the brain.
But they say she's fine.
Her maids told me so.
Listen, this is Yi Myonghwan. She has throat lesions.
Am I getting through?
Lesions over 3 inches wide.
Improvement with tonics and acupuncture?
Within a day, no less?
They'll be calling him a guru next.
Good old Yi Myonghwan, eh?
Think about it.
This whole situation bought Lord Yi the time he needs.
She needs to have the appearance of improving.
And if he can buy time...
Try to guess what he's up to.
Not poppy?
What?
What was that?
It may be opium.
A heavy opiate could make it look like she was recovering.
What?
There's no choice.
Her Majesty can't possibly recover.
My lord, my lord.
My lord.
What? Well?
The palace. Come quick.
Sire.
We beg your indulgence.
If Her Majesty were truly improving...
...there would be no cause for this bloody pus.
Something is wrong, Sire.
Sire.
Well, Lord Yi? What's this about?
Sire, I can explain.
The drainage is due to the honey locust tree we're using.
You saw her yourself.
Her Majesty is definitely improving.
In that case I should see the patient.
What?
Why not, if there is no problem?
So Her Majesty's treatment is suspended?
Exactly. By Doctor Shin from the clinic.
But why? What's wrong with it?
He has doubts about Lord Yi's treatment.
Doubts? What for?
I heard she's getting better.
Who knows? But that's what I heard.
Think about it. Doctor Shin will have his reasons.
My lord.
Stand aside. By order of the King.
- Please announce us. - Ma'am.
Your Majesty, Doctor Shin from the clinic.
The lesion is bigger and dark crimson.
Her fingertips have turned blue.
She's worse, she's getting worse.
My lord.
- Kwanghyon. - Kwanghyon.
You were right. The infection has reached her head.
What do we do?
Isn't it too late now?
So Her Majesty is worse?
Yes, my lord. The other doctors all agree.
And? What about Her Majesty?
Sire. What did you say?
Privy counsel.
Yes, Sire.
Send my edict to the pharmacy.
Sire.
What? Who?
Doctor Baek?
Yes. His Majesty is putting him in charge of the treatment.
My lord.
We'll have to operate.
Prepare the necessary medicines.
Right. Not to worry.
Kwanghyon. Kwanghyon.
Doctor Pak, I'm going to the palace. You...
No, it's not about that.
Her Majesty forbids it.
Absolutely not. I'd rather die.
Your Majesty, you need surgery. Now isn't the time for this.
I'm better. Why change doctors now?
And that Doctor Baek quack?
Over my precious Lord Yi?
Your Majesty.
No, I won't have it.
I won't have hands that touched animals cutting into me.
Send for Lord Yi.
I don't need that other one, just Lord Yi.
Send for him.
Your Majesty.
No. Send for Lord Yi.
Your Majesty.
Sire.
Doctor Shin.
So Her Majesty refused to be treated?
Pssh, she didn't refuse.
She just won't have Doctor Baek.
But why? What's wrong with him?
Pssh, she's always been like this.
She's been against having a horse doctor from the start.
It's no wonder she said no.
Talented or not...
A horse doctor in the palace? It's absurd.
It's unthinkable.
Sure, sure, the Crown Prince, the Princess.
Doesn't matter...
What was that?
EEP. Jinyong.
Something's going on at the palace? With Kwanghyon?
Ma'am.
Jinyong.
Announce me.
But...
I must speak with her.
Please announce me.
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, Doctor Baek at your service.
Insolent! How dare you?
Your Majesty, I'll bring another one.
Out! Get out of here!
Your Majesty.
I won't have you treating me.
How dare you set foot in here?
Your Majesty, the situation is critical at this point.
Please allow me to treat you.
What?
You should be having difficulty swallowing.
This is due to an infection in the spleen.
But that's just the beginning.
Soon it will spread to the liver.
After that, your vision will blur and you will be unable to speak.
Once it spreads throughout your body, it will be too late.
There will be nothing we can do.
Let me help you before it's too late.
Please... Please allow me to treat you.
Never. Too late, you say?
Why? You want me dead?
Your Majesty.
I know your kind.
Rushing in at every chance to ingratiate yourself.
You think I don't know?
Your Majesty.
I won't have scum like you in the palace.
Disgracing the royal house with your animal tricks.
Your Majesty.
You there. Take him away.
Your Majesty.
You there! You!
My lord.
Fortunately, Her Majesty is adamant.
But will it be all right?
Suppose something happens...
My lady, how may I help you?
Lady Eunso? Is she in?
What's this?
A request for the high inquisitor.
My brother?
Yes.
Tell him it will clarify much that he doesn't know...
...about Doctor Baek.
Please hurry.
No. This... what...?
Front and center. Hurry!
Yes, sir.
Send a man to the Inspector General's office for Yi Songha.
No. I'll go myself.
Still? She still refuses to let Doctor Baek help her?
Yes, Your Highness.
Whatever for?
Your Highness.
Your Highness, Lady Kang to see you.
Jinyong?
Your Highness.
Jinyong.
Anything?
No change.
They won't allow Doctor Baek anywhere near the palace.
My lord, what now?
We can't afford to wait.
Look, Songha. Is it all true?
Jinyong and Doctor Baek were switched? They're positions...?
Jinyong? Where is she now?
Your really want to see Her Majesty?
Yes, please.
Announce us. Tell her it's Lady Kang.
Your Highness.
We need disinfectant and heart-clearing decoction.
We have to prevent any dropsy.
Right. Kayong, with me.
Ma'am.
We'll need an anesthetic and a coagulant.
But Her Majesty was adamant.
Will she allow it?
He's right. But if we don't, it may be too late.
Doctor Baek.
Jinyong means to tell?
My lord.
She sent a letter to the inquisitor's office.
She's with the Queen Mother now.
Your Majesty.
You take his side, too? Get out.
I won't hear any more.
Your Majesty, isn't this all because Doctor Baek was a commoner?
A horse doctor unfit to treat the royal house?
Your Majesty.
No... No, Jinyong...
But what if he weren't?
What if he weren't a commoner?
But the heir of a noble house?
What?
If he were the heir to our nation's finest house...
...the sole heir...
What would you say then?
Jinyong, what are you saying?
Your Majesty.
Your Highness, what is this?
Doctor Baek is a noble?
I don't know.
Doctor Baek.
Please, Your Majesty.
You... you...?
Your Majesty.
Jinyong...
Your Majesty...
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