(Episode 36)
I have an idea about what this poison is.
It is made from this poisonous plant,
and it slowly permeates into your body.
At first, you start having nightmares.
Then you begin seeing and hearing things.
Once the poison is infiltrated into your entire body,
your organs begin to stop working.
So are you saying you can detoxify him or not?
I have only heard about the antidote.
Are you saying that it exists?
People who make poison always have the antidote as well.
They have to save themselves in case they get exposed.
You cannot come to see me in the middle of the night like this.
If someone sees us, people will start talking, you know.
Why are there so many men at a merchant's house?
And they are all staying up into the night.
Exactly. That is why you should not come here at night.
It would be much better if we could meet somewhere during the day.
When it is brighter out, I can see you better too.
Who are they trying to protect?
I guess it is someone very noble.
- Someone noble? - I guess he is quite ill.
They even called a doctor over.
And it was a doctor from the Royal Infirmary.
The royal physician.
So I figured it was someone very noble.
He was locked up in a storage in Wonseongjeon.
Court ladies said...
after the late Queen interrogated him,
she told them to lock him up until she gave another order.
Get up.
Tell me.
What... What should I tell you?
What did she ask, and how did you answer?
And anything else you have not told her.
Your Highness, I...
Why did you bring me a man who has nothing to say?
- Take this man away, and... - I...
I just did...
as I was told.
I had no idea how that would affect anyone.
Go on.
I had no idea the medicine Queen Mu gave me was...
the Minister of Finance's.
She told me to leave the medicine in the Queen's room...
and to make sure that you saw it there.
I just did as I was told.
Who said that?
Assistant Royal Secretary Song Bang Yeong.
Who else?
- Pardon? - He was not by himself. Who else?
And Song In.
- Who else? - General Yun Gyun Seong.
And Kim In Gyeong, Kim Gil.
Those are the men that I know.
- Why did you do this? - I did this...
for the pure-blooded prince...
and for the next king of Goryeo.
I only did this for the sake of this country.
Please do understand...
Search thoroughly!
The residence you mentioned was left empty. But...
General.
This way.
But we saw Prince Gang Yang in a separate house.
He was in such a severe condition.
Let go of me.
Where is your second son, Wang Jeon?
He has been missing for a few days.
- What about Wang Lin? - The same goes for him.
We were sent here to take your sons in,
but if they are not here, should we take you away?
What should I do?
- Goodness. - Come.
What are you doing? Let go of me.
Let go.
Your Highness.
I found Kim In Gyeong.
He was asleep.
We found what they had hidden.
Lady San.
How are you here?
Are you okay?
I had a lot to say,
but I cannot remember anything.
My father.
The Queen did not kill him.
The incense, his stolen medication,
his death...
I heard.
The people surrounding the King did them all.
Yes.
Are you...
with them right now?
- Yes. - Why?
It is a long story. I will...
explain to you later.
Let us go to the Crown Prince. We can explain everything.
You used to be like that.
You did not have to explain to know.
He will understand.
I hope he does not.
I hope he does not understand.
San.
Queen Mu's body must still be in the palace.
I cannot go in.
Can you check her body for me?
Look for an antidote.
An antidote?
Wang Lin!
Show yourself!
Where are you?
Sorry.
- When did the race start? - Just now.
- Here you go. - What is that?
Change into this.
You cannot even reach the gates in that.
- Do you not... - Not what?
Do you not know how to change clothes on your own?
That is not my job.
- Will you be still? - It hurts.
Then turn your arm...
How dare you?
This is my first time undressing someone.
- I will do it. - You cannot do it alone.
- I will do it. - How will you dress yourself?
I will manage.
You may follow me around,
but call my name, and speak freely.
My name is Won.
- Race you to the bridge. - What if I win?
- I will give you the Soyong Sword. - Will you really?
That is why you never win.
Every race needs a starting point.
As of now, you are my friend.
Treat me as such. That is an order.
Do not try to be a real friend.
The Crown Prince will be king.
He cannot have friends.
You should not...
have any hope from the start.
That is what my father said,
but I was not sure.
How are real friends different from any other friends?
Where should I draw the line?
Now that I think about it,
I never was interested in the great nation...
called Goryeo or its people.
There was nothing tangible.
To risk my life to do something for them?
How could I do that?
What interests me is people.
The world is a board,
and the people are my chess pieces.
Sometimes, I am white. And sometimes,
I am black.
He lacks too much to be used as a knight...
but is too much for a pawn, do you not think?
You found where the King is?
Why are you here? Go, and get him.
There is no need to.
What do you mean?
We need the King. He is our source of power.
He will not live for very long.
Without the antidote, he will last...
a few days at most.
That is bad.
If he dies, the Crown Prince will become king.
It will be over for us.
Can we live here any longer? No, wait.
Will we be allowed to live at all?
Would I let that happen?
Right?
When one is playing chess,
you must predict your opponent's moves...
and move your pieces to the right positions to counter.
You are talking gibberish!
Orders matter.
Orders?
The Crown Prince will soon find out...
how it feels to see...
someone you cherish...
die because of me...
while looking at me.
He will feel it too.
So now,
shall we begin?
The palace is far away. Shall I ready a carriage?
No, that restricts the things I can see.
More like you cannot smell the liquor.
Watch your tongue.
Do you dare mock me in my presence?
I shall mock from behind, then.
Goodbye, master.
The Crown Prince does not like to drink.
- Are you upset? - The opposite.
He does not know the value of what he does not like.
He is bound to serve it without holding back.
When I see him,
I will invite him for a drink. That way...
What? What is it?
How many people are you arresting?
Generals, ministers, officials,
and now, even the eunuchs.
The Capital is overrun with men running around making arrests.
Why are you doing this?
You are still in mourning.
It is against our rites and morals.
You forgot your place.
You are here...
to be interrogated regarding your sons' whereabouts.
You may think I am nagging, but I will continue.
The King's men you are bringing in...
I know they abused their influence to suck the people dry.
However,
there are rules to arresting and punishing people.
Stop.
- Why are you alone? - She left ahead. Is she not here?
Can I go out for a while?
Do...
excuse me.
Your Highness.
- Did he come here himself? - Yes, Your Highness.
Then do not be rough. Lock him up with his father.
I will question him later.
I know where the King is.
He is with my brother, Lin.
I expected so.
I tried to feign ignorance, but I could not.
Our nation's future is at risk,
and as a noble, I could not turn a blind eye.
Do not beat around the bush, and say what you know.
A letter of abdication.
It is the King's letter announcing he will abdicate in Lin's favor.
They were going to send it to Yuan, but I risked my life to steal it.
The King is not in his right mind.
I am sure Lin threatened him and stole his seal...
My goodness.
What is going on? Where are we going?
He is here.
Your Majesty.
What did you do to my father?
What will you do to the King?
Search every corner,
and tie up everyone you find.
You may kill whoever retaliates.
Wang Lin.
His men...
killed the Queen and abducted the King...
to plot treason.
- Yes, Your Highness. - Yes, Your Highness.
Why are you still standing?
You should kneel and await my command.
Promise me something first.
Are you actually making a demand?
The King...
has been unconscious for a while.
He needs healing.
I will look after my father.
The men you spoke of...
are spread throughout Goryeo.
Even if you eliminate a few, they go so deep...
that it will not be easy.
Are you threatening me?
If you wish to do this,
eliminate them at once without hesitation.
Lin.
I brought something with me.
A letter of abdication.
Is this what you wanted?
I was always...
a step behind you.
The throne?
No, it was something else.
Only then could I see you clearly.
You need the throne to do something else.
If I so much as got distracted, I feared that you would...
be crushed completely.
Get out.
Get out of my sight.
Do not let me see you again.
If I lay my eyes on you...
Move! Get out of my way.
- You cannot go inside! - Stop.
Do not step forward.
Do not make a sound.
I will kill anyone.
You need not yield to me.
Cut me down if you can.
Become king.
You were always on edge.
Despite your situation, I must now leave you.
I am sorry,
dear friend.