What does this red painting mean?
What's the matter?
What's hurting you so much?
He said that the place was crammed with paintings
and that he will move them to the house.
He hasn't come home for days.
Are you out of your mind?!
She's pregnant.
Please do not hurt the kids.
I'll buy all of these drawings.
[Episode 21]
He was here.
He asked me where each and every one of them were before.
Who...
I hope you're not angry that I brought back the paintings
or getting mad that I didn't mind my own business.
I'm the last person that would want to see you get upset.
Don't worry. I'm simply returning them to where they belong.
If that still doesn't make you feel better
please just consider this as a gift from a good friend.
The warmth of Spring is in the air.
I leave a peony here with you.
Wishing for a flower to blossom in your heart as well today.
Thinking about his love and grace,
and reminiscing on the old times
I realize he's always been the same.
The drawings have a place to return to.
How mysterious, the will of the heavens.
Sun.
Guys.
You all know how much pain our mother is in because of our father, right?
It's so embarrassing.
What happened to our father?
Don't worry about it.
Father went on a long business trip to a very far away place.
That's why our mother is hurting.
We need to work harder at a time like this.
Got it?
Okay.
- Guys. - Mother!
Mother.
You're back.
Yes.
You must be tired.
I've cleaned the yard.
Give me that.
You're hungry, right? I'll hurry up and make you dinner.
Mother.
I've made fish stew.
What?
I don't know if it's any good.
I tried to copy what you do.
Of course it won't be as good as when mother makes it for us.
Try it.
Okay.
Let's eat.
What's wrong?
Why aren't you eating?
Are you in a lot of pain, mother?
What...
What are you talking about?
Because of father...
Mother.
Try some of this.
Woo, go ahead and tell me.
Go on.
You're in a lot of pain because father had to go on a long business trip
to a far away place,
but they said that you'll feel better if we work harder at a time like this.
Who said that?
My sister and brothers.
Eat this and cheer up.
Okay.
Woo, you too.
Eat and grow up to be a strong boy.
So your father will be surprised when he comes back.
Go on and eat.
Let's eat.
Come on.
(Reading Chinese)
In archery, piercing the leather of the target post shouldn't be considered a talent.
Grades shouldn't be assigned to strengths.
Because...
It is to practice the reason you learned yesterday with the people around you today.
Reason is like money. You shouldn't only learn about it,
you should practice what you learned right away.
What is your name?
My name is Lee Hyun-ryong.
(Reading Chinese)
It's been two years already.
While you take your time, I am dying with this anger bursting my heart.
The money you left barely covers anything.
What else do you want me to do?
I am about to lose my mind too.
But I can't afford to lose my mind.
I have to take my revenge on those two who ruined us.
I swear I will restore you.
I will reclaim my position
and retrieve Ji-gyoon's--
Ji-gyoon's qualifications to sit for the State Examination.
Ji-gyoon must acquire the government position.
What am I supposed to do?
A letter came from Hanyang.
What do you think?
It's unlike anything I've seen before.
Right?
I think so too.
Princess, your painting skills are increasing exponentially with practice.
When I stare at a blank canvas,
I come up with different things to paint as if those figures are calling me in.
Then you should answer right away.
That's what I'm saying!
You're the only one who gets me.
The Spring flowers should blossom soon.
Why don't we go see the flowers?
Flowers must have blossomed in the South already!
I'm going to go there for an outdoor lesson.
Near the temple in the south.
I think I'll have to get some art inspiration
by looking at the open ocean and the mountains covered in flowers.
That sounds like a good idea too.
Stop the carriage!
Your highness.
If we go a little bit further, someone from the town will be waiting for us.
No. I like this place.
I thought of a topic.
I'll take a break here and paint something.
Bring me my art tools!
It's hard for me to take care of the affairs because of my poor health.
For the sake of this country,
I'm thinking of abdicating the throne to the Crown Prince.
Your Majesty, you cannot do that.
You're still quite healthy.
What do you mean abdicate?
Please reconsider it, Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, please reconsider abdication!
Yes.
Please reconsider it, Your Majesty.
I know how you guys care for me.
But just think of it as a process to prepare the Crown Prince to be a wise king.
Therefore,
I will order the Crown Prince to look after the country for me.
Your Majesty, you cannot do that!
Please take back your order!
We're being attacked!
Protect the Princess!
Your Highness!
Who are you guys?!
She calls this art...
(Joseon fan: used by the royalty or high officials)
Your Highness.
You're walking too much like a nobility.
Then should I walk like this?
More like this.
Walk slowly and comfortably.
Like this?
Come on, I need to make a living. You should get it!
It's cheaper over there!
Come on. Don't be like that. I need to make a living too.
Five is too much!
Ma'am!
Stop touching other people's stuff. Fine, I'll give it to you for 3.
Your Majesty.
Things are very chaotic outside the palace.
You need to get back up on your feet soon.
Because the seat of the throne is empty,
things haven't been peaceful inside the palace.
There's always something going on.
The arrogant people who are tainting his eyes and ears
are surrounding the innocent Crown Prince.
How much is this?
She ended up getting it for one coin cheaper.
She sure did.
For these people, one coin can equal a rice cake that will satisfy their hunger.
Or it can equal a drink that will make them feel better after a hard day's work.
One coin means that much?
It does.
For the people, one coin is that precious.
Your Majesty is coming!
The Crown Prince hasn't returned yet?
No, Your Majesty.
How long has he been hanging out with Lee Gyeom?
I heard that they've gotten a lot closer since Lee Gyeom has returned.
What is Lee Gyeom thinking?!
He's dragging the future king through the markets!
Your Majesty.
The Japanese raiders have attacked the west coast of Chungcheongdo again.
We received a report that there has been a lot of damage for the villagers.
This time, they attacked areas around Dangjinpo
to loot the village and even kidnap the women.
Those damn--
What where our naval forces doing?!
The raiders are skilled at sea and launch attacks very quickly,
so it's hard to fight back.
The people are in distress because of the stories about the raiders.
So we need to come up with a solution as soon as possible, Your Majesty!
Give an order to the forces in Chungcheong to tighten the security of the coast
and put all efforts into defense.
Yes, Your Majesty!
Your Majesty!
The Princess has gone missing, Your Majesty!
What do you mean?
She's missing?
The Princess had left the capital couple of days ago.
She left for Chungcheongdo to paint the mountains and the ocean.
What are you talking about?!
We must find the Princess no matter what even if we have to use all the soldiers!
Yes, Your Majesty!
Are you awake now?
Where am I?
I found you unconscious in the mountains and brought you here.
I think you were attacked by robbers.
Robbers!
Those bastards!
It's great that you're not hurt.
This is ginseng root tea.
You look like a wife of a nobility.
What were you doing in the mountains?
My family is going through some troubles.
So I've been visiting the mountains to lift prayers.
I'm so glad I was passing by that road on my way to prayer.
I see.
I'm very thankful.
I'll have to tell Your Majesty about this.
Your Majesty...
Your Highness.
Please forgive me for my bad manners.
My art tools!
Did you bring these too?
What's this?
I painted it because the glow of the setting sun was very beautiful today.
It's very beautiful.
You've called for me, Your Majesty.
The country is swarming with Japanese raiders
and even the Princess has gone missing.
What was the Crown Prince doing when all of this was going on?
Why, that boy Lee Gyeom...
It's not Uncle Lee Gyeom's fault.
I asked him to do that for me because
I wanted to see how the people are living.
As your father, I have a piece of advice for you.
Your Majesty.
Stay away from Lee Gyeom.
He's not going to be any help for you.
Uncle Lee Gyeom...
is a good man.
He is a man of great insight. And he loves the people--
How could you say such a horrible thing?
Are we all here?
Yes, everybody is here.
What is it that you wanted to tell us?
I have said in the past that I'd open up Biikdang and make it a place for communication
for everybody regardless of their gender, age, or class.
Do you think that is happening?
Of course!
Whenever I come to Biikdang, it's filled with so much joy!
- Am I right? - Of course!
Then would you like to make the world even more joyful?
What do you mean?
I am going to give up all of my assets to bring joy to more people.
Uncle! What are you talking about?
Give up your assets? That's nonsense!
How are you going to get by?
Biikdang and all of my assets
were given to me just because I'm part of the royal family.
That means not all of this is mine.
You mean... you're going to share all that wealth with people?
Even if you have a fortune,
if you give some to every person in Joseon, it would be gone in a moment!
That's why I am telling you...
You are all remarkable people, so
you can come up with a plan to use my wealth to make more people happy.
Think about it.
- Well-- - But--
- My lord! - Uncle!
Is he going somewhere?
How dare you gamble? You lost all that money!
Think of your baby!
Go die, you punk. Die!
That's enough, honey. That's enough.
You're going to scare the baby.
The baby is not the problem right now!
He lost all the money we got from selling the paintings!
I'm so upset!
Don't be. I'll ask her to draw more.
Really?
She can make more paintings...
There's paper and brush everywhere. She can paint tens of thousands more.
Yeah?
Yeah.
Get out, you punk!
I'm so sad...
Everything.
I loved her more because she made me feel comfortable.
Every time I'm with you,
I would always feel small.
It's like I even had to breathe gracefully.
I've always felt suffocated, and lonely!
I don't need any respect!
I asked you if you've ever
passionately loved me for the man I am?
I have never seen anyone like you in the 30 years I've worked here!
Kick him out right now!
Yes, my lord.
My lord!
How pathetic.
Do you want me to be fired?
No...
You've been here long enough! How could you make such a mistake?
How could you send the goods for Tsushima Island to Ming?!
What are you good at?
Nothing...
Any skills?
Not really...
Then what are you good for?!
Unbelievable!
Man... why do we have to clean up after him?
Oh, my goodness.
What brings you here?
I wasn't really expecting you...
Have a seat.
You don't have to stand there like that. Here, please have a seat.
I came to give you this.
Underwear?
I have underwear for him.
Did you think I'd let him go to work without his underwear?
And...
Don't be too upset, Sis.
There are lots of men who have two families.
You should actually thank me.
Taking care of a man is like raising a little kid.
Thanks to me, you can now paint all you want.
Right?
Now that I see you like this today, I know why we have two nostrils.
Nostrils are there for us to breathe...
Read this when you have time.
What is this?
It's a letter.
Oh.
I'll be going.
I won't see you out, Sis!
Have fun painting more pictures, Sis!
A post station in Dangjin probably sent a messenger by now.
And a search party from the palace will search the nearby areas.
Do not ever let the search party find her.
I will save the princess's life.
I will bring her to the palace.
Search every corner!
I'm sorry.
This shouldn't have happened in our area...
Even the people of our village are looking for the princess right now.
Is it true...
that Japanese raiders show up here?
Yes.
They are highly skilled in martial arts and their attack quickly and run away.
Our troops are guarding the region, but we haven't been successful.
Oh, why is this so hard?
This is not it...
Why don't you try using water, Your Highness?
Use water?
May I take a look, Your Highness?
Go ahead.
What are you doing?
This is called "barim."
If you smudge the color using water like this,
you can express the light and shade more naturally.
Oh, I didn't know that!
You don't just know a little bit about painting.
You seem to know a lot.
Not at all, Your Highness.
Would you like to try?
This is such an amazing technique!
Oh. How long does it take to get to Hanyang from here?
My father is going to be worried...
I will take you to Hanyang, so don't worry Your Highness.
Alright. Thank you.
Going to Hanyang for the first time in two years...
Your Highness. Welcome back.
- Your Majesty! - Father!
Do you know how worried I was?
What happened? Are you alright?
How could you break my heart like this?
What happened?
I met thieves in the woods and I almost died!
If it weren't for that woman, I wouldn't be here right now.
Hwieumdang!
Your Majesty.
On my way to pray in the mountain, I found Her Highness, collapsed on the road.
I thought she was a noble woman, so I served her with all my heart.
You're Min Chi-hyung's wife, who was placed on house arrest.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Thank you.
Thank you so much.
She took me in and took care of me while I was unconscious.
And she came with me the long way back here.
Your Majesty. We should verify if this is true or not.
Be quiet.
I shall grant you a reward for making me happy.
Do you have a wish?
Your Majesty. That woman is the atrocious criminal Min Chi-hyung's wife!
The family members of a criminal are also criminals!
Do you mean it wasn't a big deal that she saved my life?!
What is it that you want?
Why don't I tell you what you want?
The arrogant men who are confusing
the innocent Crown Prince are surrounding him.
Stay away from Lee Gyeom.
Release Min Chi-hyung and forgive him for all of his crimes.
Your Majesty!
Min Chi-hyung should be thankful that you let him live, Your Majesty!
- Your Majesty! - It's an order!
Don't talk about it anymore.
The rabid dog is released again.
- Hey, here he comes! - The beggar.
Hey, beggar.
You should go learn a skill instead of wasting your time at school.
That's best for you.
I heard you ranked last at that weird school!
He ranked last!
Mother!
Ji-gyoon...
You don't have to worry about anything anymore.
I'm back.
Your father will soon be released too.
Everything will go back to what it used to be.
Let's go.
Was this my house?
Have some.
This ginseng seaweed is said to boost your stamina.
Eat.
The soup is seasoned just right.
Hwieumdang saved the princess...
And Min Chi-hyung...
Isn't it strange?
What do you mean?
She said she was on her way to pray in the mountain.
She's not someone who'd go pray in the mountain when Min Chi-hyung is on house arrest.
I'm sure there's something behind this.
Then do you want me to find out who's behind her?
One of the men who carried the princess's palanquin survived.
Find him.
Then we'll know how she was attacked.
Alright.
My lady! My lady!
The princess is here.
- The princess? - Why would the princess come here?
Have you been well?
Yes, Your Highness.
Hwieumdang...
How did she...
That is such a powerful weapon!
It shattered the target that far away!
If we improve this gun and distribute them to our troops,
it would make our troops a lot stronger.
Yes, Your Highness.
Western countries have already started using this gun in their armies.
Uncle, can I try shooting it?
Sure.
Place your left hand here...
What are you doing?
If it takes that long to shoot it,
the enemy will have already killed five or six of our men.
And Crown Prince,
you should be managing the political affairs, not fooling around!
Stop this immediately!
How is it being stuck in here alone all day?
I'd say I'm just as good as you are.
I wonder why you're so famous.
I'm sorry again that I wasn't able to come with you last time.
It's okay.
I found myself a better tutor thanks to you.
I'm glad.
Do you two know each other?
Yes, ma'am.
I've known her
for a very long time.
This.
And...
This too.
Also, that.
Go on, take them down.
Can I take your drawings?
I'd like to use them for my drawing lessons.
What's this?
A peony and a butterfly.
Lord Lee Gyeom...?
To me,
it looks very raw
and passionate.
I don't like it.
It's too red.
Why isn't this working?
I'm done for today.
(Plant and insect paintings by Saimdang)
Saimdang.
She's yet again at a place I'll never reach.
Hey, hey.
Isn't that Min Chi-hyung? The administrator?
Administrator, my foot.
He was fired for his crimes long ago.
I heard he was sent to Gapsan. Looks like he came back alive.
Who might this be?
Might you be the almighty Administrator Min?
You wouldn't even look at me last time I went to see you.
What are you doing here?
Prime minister coming through!
My Lord!
Prime Minister.
Happy birthday.
How have you been?
Are you all blind?
How dare you let a criminal into the house of a government subject?
Get him out of my house.
And throw some salt as he leaves!
Now!
- Yes. - My Lord!
Wait, my Lord!
My Lord!
Prime Minister!
My Lord!
Let me go!
Take the salt!
Disgusting.
Don't ever come back here!
Lord.
(Watermelon and mice by Saimdang)
Lady Shin.
The creepy mice are so cute in your paintings.
The mice looked like they wanted to eat the watermelons.
Isn't it a pity if they're not able to eat what they want?
A pity?
Aren't mice bad animals?
Mice sure are harmful to us but
I'm sure the Maker had a reason to create them.
That's why it's a pity.
They have to hide in the dark and live on when they're so hated.
So I wanted them to enjoy their watermelon in my paintings at least.
I looked down standing up from a high cliff.
Big trees, small plants, flowers, and butterflies.
They all looked like one.
Even the smallest life is needed to come together to make up the forest.
After hearing that, I see small lives differently now.
That's right.
Okay, then.
Let's draw a plant and an insect painting today.
Everyone go outside and closely look at flowers, plants, and insects.
Then you'll hear them saying,
"please draw me."
Let's go outside.
Go on.
Okay.
Mae-chang.
Don't you want to head outside?
Mae-chang.
Do you want to go see flowers with me?
Hm?
So beautiful.
Isn't it?
I love holding your hand and walking like this.
It smells good too.
A smell?
The smell of pigments, papers,
the brush, and the paint.
All the smells of a painting. It's very nice.
Smells of a painting...
If my hands become like yours, would I be able to draw like you?
How can I become more like you, mother?
I don't know.
Having the talent would be nice,
but I think your two eyes would serve more importance.
Pardon?
If your eyes were murky, you wouldn't be able to see this world clearly.
Then what can I do to have clear eyes?
Mae-chang.
I think you already have those eyes.
Pardon?
You were able to read into my heart.
Isn't that why you made the braised pollocks?
Are you not angry...
at father?
If I were you, I wouldn't have let him get away with it.
I would want to hurt him just as much as he hurt me.
Mae-chang.
I'm human too.
Of course I'd get angry.
But your father can be weak too.
He can be vulnerable like a little child, and be lonely.
I'll admit.
I was at fault at times too.
I made him lonely because I wasn't there for him.
It's between me and him.
Your father still loves all of you and misses all you.
All of you must continue to respect him and wait for him.
I don't know.
I just hate everything.
I know.
Don't force yourself.
Take your time.
Let's wait until you can understand him.
What are these?
I'm making a blueprint for the battleship.
They're based off of the Maeng ship.
The famous Turtle ship.
It's been around since the King Taejong era.
Right.
I see.
It'll be made with iron,
making it look grandiose on the outside.
Japanese raiders on the sea will feel threatened.
They will be.
Office of art is also helping to create the blueprint.
We'll need your help.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Black Peony.
Hello.
The general would like to see you.
What is it?
Who are they ?
The general is very disappointed.
He was surprised to have you cut all contact.
I had my reasons.
Like proudly entering Hanyang
with the Joseon King's daughter?
We have eyes and ears all over Joseon.
What is it you guys want?
The blueprint of the battleship that the Office of Art is making.
I heard the Ministry of war of the Joseon government
is modifying the old blueprint of the Maeng ship to
come up with a new battleship.
The Office of art?
The Office of art...
If you can get the blueprint to us,
- we'll give you money enough to-- - Fine.
Lord.
Give us some time.
Soon, I'll bring you good news.
Let's go.
Lord.
You need to reconsider.
There's nothing to reconsider.
You'll become a traitor.
If things go wrong, all of us--
For how long do I have to live in a tiny house like this?
Do you think I have any other choice?
If you blabber your mouth again,
you won't get away with it.
Go and bring the blueprint from the Office of art.
Hello.
- Sit. - Yes.
I had some of my kids go to Dangjin.
None of the workers that escorted the princess is alive.
There was nothing they could find out.
Also,
I've been keeping a close watch on Min Chi-hyung, as you ordered.
Last night,
two suspicious-looking men went into Min Chi-hyung's place
and didn't come out for a long time.
Wait.
My goodness.
Is that a Japanese?
Mother.
What would you like to eat for dinner today?
What do you want to eat?
Welcome.
How about pumpkin pancakes?
Yes. That sounds nice.
This one's good.
Pick them out.
Who might this be?
Lady Shin.
Long time no see.
Were you just at her age?
When you had your hair braided at Unpyeongsa.
Move aside.
Don't be so harsh. I simply wish to greet you.
It's been a while.
It's not like we're at Unpyeongsa.
Move aside!
Do you wish to be sent away again?
Or...
do you wish to be killed this time?
Long time no see.
Are you still trailing behind this lady?
Do you wish to die?
Lord.
I grant Lord Lee Gyeom to draw the King's portrait.
There's a second wind at the Office of art!
I am here to apply to draw the King's portrait.
It's against the law to have a woman work in the government!
How could you think to hire a woman?
She's not just any woman!
Shin Saimdang. Come forward and accept the King's command.
Your Highness.
I will never forget your grace of having me back.
The path that you'll walk on, it won't be easy.
I will draw the King's portrait, no matter what.