[Episode 3]
Is this yours?
It’s quite impressive.
I have to throw it away. Please, give it back to me.
Throw it away?
No, it looks fine.
Jini. Jini!
The boss is really mad.
Jini, what are you doing? We’re really late for our classes.
What?
Jini?
Is that her name?
Oh, my!
You’re extremely late.
Have you forgotten what time you have classes?
Look down.
A gisaeng must never show the white of her eyes below the pupils.
Walk politely.
You must walk like a butterfly on a flower.
Your walk must give off a scent.
Your arrow is going elsewher because your heart is not on the target.
How is this girl that has taken your heart?
Stop the nonsense and concentrate on your own shooting.
I should be the one saying that.
Again.
You look more like guys in dresses.
Try it again.
You shouldn’t be showing us your behind.
Walk backwards slowly.
And come forward again slowly.
Now sit down like a flower leaf in the wind.
Straighten your back, and raise your knee slightly.
Afterwards, put your two hands on top of your knee.
That is the prettiest way for a woman to sit.
Don’t forget the weight you feel now.
When you’re pouring liquor,
you must feel the rock on your hands.
Okay.
Next.
How could you be so careless?
You must never pour too much alcohol.
You must pour it below the rim so that people can enjoy their drinks.
I’ve told you so many times.
Why do I have to learn this so meticulously?
What?
All we need to have is consideration for the others.
Why must we dabble in such formalities?
Jini.
I didn’t join this class just to learn how to pour drinks.
When will we learn how to dance, sing, and play instruments?
You must learn etiquette first.
I heard that being an artist is something that’s hard to achieve.
Be quiet.
Since your heart is elsewhere, you know what comes next.
Go on.
Count.
One.
Two.
Three.
Four.
Your students’ skills are improving day by day.
You’re too kind.
No, I’m not.
Shooting arrows is a difficult feat.
Even as a noble scholar, you must keep it up.
You must take after Eunho and do your best to polish your skills.
I will, father.
Let’s go get drinks.
I’ve ordered the food already.
Okay.
You’re at it again.
Are you cleaning as your punishment?
Why do you have to talk back to the teacher every time?
Go away if you’re here to make me mad.
Stop being mean.
Hey, who was that guy earlier?
He seemed really noble and handsome.
How do you know him?
Tell me. I’m so curious.
I don’t know.
What?
I don’t know him.
That doesn’t make sense.
Then why were you two looking at each other in a trance?
It doesn’t make sense at all.
Is everything set for our important guest?
There’s no need to ask.
I’ve prepared your room already.
I didn’t know that this boy was your son.
How do you know him?
Have you seen her before?
I know that your son was very determined to pass the state exams.
That was extremely beautiful.
You’re too kind.
Is your name Hyeongeum?
Yes, it is.
Did you say she was blind?
Yes, she is.
That’s too bad.
What a waste.
I think I better be going back home.
That would upset me.
I was going to teach you and my son how to drink.
You should learn how to drink from the elders in good fashion.
Don’t you think so, sir?
That’s right.
I think I’m still too young to be drinking.
And I feel bad that my mother is not well right now.
I see. If that’s the case…
Did you say you’re giving this to me?
Gaeun asked me for some red cloth, and she made these cushions all night long.
I’ve heard that you like to sew, and I think the cushions will be useful.
May I come in, son?
Yes, mother.
Were you drawing bamboo?
You have great talent.
That’s great.
Gaeun stopped by during the day.
She left us this.
I see.
She said that she wanted me to have it, but I know she made it for you.
You should use it.
No, mother. It’s for you.
I don’t believe that all proverbs speak the truth.
It’s said that if you have a bad husband, you will have a bad son as well.
But you’re really nice, and my future daughter-in-law is so sweet.
I think that I’m lucky after all.
How could she be so careless?
I know.
She’s broken so many pots today.
It’s going to cost a lot of money.
You fool. You fool.
Stop acting like a fool.
Mother.
If you’re not that elegant, your face should at least make up for it.
I can’t do anything about my face.
Are you talking back to me?
Stop talking back.
Oh, mother.
Stop right there. Stop!
She’s so rude.
Gaetong...
Shall we eat the moon?
What’s the use? It’s not going to make us full.
I heard it’ll make us pretty.
Really?
What do you think? Do I look prettier?
Yes, you look like the moon.
Nice and pretty.
What is it?
It’s no use.
Gaetong.
I know it’s all a lie. You’re just trying to console me.
I have eyes and a nose, too.
My mother said that you’re so lucky to be so beautiful.
I should’ve been born beautiful.
The moon won’t be of much help to me.
Gaetong.
Come with me.
What are we doing?
Hurry.
What are you doing?
Wait a second. I’ll turn you into a fairy.
If the teacher finds us here, we’ll get in trouble.
It’s okay.
She won’t be back until early morning.
When the moon is full, she’s always dancing alone outdoors.
Don’t you look pretty?
Yeah.
I’m sure that you’ll make a great gisaeng.
What’s wrong now?
My name.
Your name?
What’s the use if I have make-up on?
Gaetong isn’t a suitable name for a gisaeng.
Well... How about this?
Why don’t I give you a new name?
Gisaengs usually have one or two pen names.
But I don’t have anything to show for myself.
I can’t dance as well as the teacher.
Nor can I play the gayageum as well as your mother.
I’m always dropping pots, too.
All I’m good at is hanging out with you and nothing else.
You’re always helping me out.
That’s nothing.
That’s what you’re good at.
You’re a good friend.
Whatever...
Danshim...
What about Danshim?
Danshim?
It means “red heart.”
It states that you’re a loyal friend.
It’s the perfect name for you, don’t you think?
Danshim?
Did you say Danshim?
Gaetong.
What?
I’m going to be the most talented gisaeng in the world.
You sure will. I’m sure of it.
You’ll be the most talented gisaeng in the world.
And you’ll be to the most loyal gisaeng ever.
Jini?
Yes?
Call my name.
What?
Call my name, my new name.
Danshim.
Yes, Jini?
- Danshim? - Yes?
What?
So you hung out with gisaengs without me?
Let me go first.
You’re so disloyal. What are you going to do?
How are you going to make it up to me?
I’ll bring them here.
I’ll bring the gisaengs here for a party.
Is that the truth?
Yes, it is.
The teacher’s coming!
We’ll be studying the teachings of Mengtzu today.
I know that curiosity killed the cat,
but I never thought you’d do it.
I’ll let you off this time, but don’t forget to take me along next time.
Let’s have a great time there.
I’m not going.
I’m not interested in that place.
Stop.
Why aren’t you using your ears?
Ears aren’t just for earrings.
In order to dance well, your feet must be stuck to the ground.
Your hands must be stuck in the air, and your head must be stuck to the ceiling.
I told you that you must be as fluid as a sheet of cloth.
Again!
Why are you dancing off beat?
You can’t show everyone how you feel.
The wrinkles on your face make you look old.
Your moves are too reckless.
Don’t make excess moves.
You shouldn’t strike your feet like this.
Hold on to your breath and continue on with the beat.
Your feet must dance on top of the soil.
Breathe!
How will you be able to dance if you don’t know how to breathe?
If you’re out of breath in front of the men, you’ll make fools out of yourselves.
Can you show us once more?
Have you gone blind?
You’ve seen enough already.
If you’re not confident, then don’t bother trying to learn.
Why are you standing there like statues?
Practice how to breathe, and dance on your feet.
If you don’t want to do that, carry water pots and do your money’s worth.
Are you teaching them the religious dance?
Yes.
Did you tell the girls that they were as stiff as logs?
I didn’t know you were listening.
I know Jini isn’t the best dancer in Songdo, but she could be the best in the nation.
If she were satisfied with being the best in Songda, I wouldn’t be scolding her.
The best in Songdo, you say?
She wants to be the best in Choseon. No, the best in this world.
Just you wait. She’ll be better than me.
She’s the type of girl who will surpass my skills.
I’m just a mere fan who helps her burn with more passion.
Jini.
What are you doing with that?
Why did you pour such expensive molasses onto the ground?
Oh, no.
Jini.
I just don’t get it.
I can’t get it right.
Get what right?
How I can feel my feet sticking to the ground?
So you want me to teach you how to walk the rope?
This is just for men.
The person in the dress is a guy.
I know. I know all that.
So what are you doing here?
I have to learn this.
I must learn how to walk softly, just like on that rope.
Why do you want to learn?
That’s none of your business.
No.
Sir.
You’re so stubborn.
Please.
Fine, I’ll teach you.
Really?
But under one condition.
If you’ll walk the rope in the market, I’ll teach you.
What? You don’t want to?
Yes, I do.
Nothing can stop me.
Have a rope tied low for me.
Okay.
That’s pretty good.
Are you set out to make the teacher all mad?
Don’t you know that the teacher considers those people very low class?
So you have to keep this a secret.
Hey.
I need to feel it with my feet.
If I’m able to walk on the rope totally in balance,
it’ll be so easy to dance on the ground.
Don’t you think?
No one can stop you.
Are you serious?
Of course, I am.
Today, the biggest market of the year is set to open.
The gisaengs will be there.
How many of them are there?
At least 20 of them.
20?
What if all of them end up liking me?
Aren’t you getting excited now that the day of the market is here?
Not at all.
So why are you following us?
I’m off to the bookstore.
I got a message from the bookstore that a new book from China came in.
Liar. Let’s go.
Your taste is too high.
You’re the one with the problem.
Everyone is looking at me, not you.
The items aren’t that nice today.
Let’s go, girls.
Hey, Keumchoon.
Yes?
I’ve been really tired from all my studying.
I would like to hang out in the streams with your girls.
Have you come of age?
According to rumor, I hear that you still have a long way to go.
And plus, these girls are the newest batch we have yet.
They’d be very unaffordable.
They’re on their way to becoming fine artists.
They’d cost as much as buying a house.
That much money for just an innocent date?
Why don’t you get permission from your teacher?
He’ll give you all the money when he hears what they’re worth.
We’ll be waiting day and night for your arrival.
Let’s go, girls.
We’ve wasted too much time here.
I didn’t think you were going to show.
I keep my promises.
Are you ready? Aren’t you scared?
I’ve been practicing for a month and a half straight.
Excuse...
I just don’t understand.
What’s wrong with him these days?
Deokpal.
I knew this would happen.
I knew that you were lovesick.
What are you doing? Come with me.
What for?
We should get your illness cured.
No, I can’t.
Isn’t that enough?
I shouldn’t be doing this.
What are you talking about?
Do you want to see him dead?
I still can’t.
I’m a loyal friend. I can’t betray my friend.
Just look at my master. He’s a fine fellow.
He’s really handsome.
I’ll tell you what you have to do.
Just have your friend go into the arms of my master.
It’s a great thing for a friend to be able to do for another.
Is that right?
Of course.
What business do I have in the clinic?
My mom’s sick, but I don’t want to go alone.
Master, she’s here.
Do you know them?
What?
I thought we were going to the clinic.
The clinic isn’t around here.
Jini, actually...
They begged me to hook you up.
They were begging on their knees to meet up with you.
Jini. Jini.
Jini, I beg you.
Please, go easy on me this once. If you leave...
What happens if I leave?
Do they have something on you?
No.
Or did they threaten to tell on you?
Or course, not.
My master is very gentle.
Take this.
This is a present from my master.
I don’t need it. Take it back.
Don’t be like that.
My master wrote this all night long.
Why are you returning it?
There is a girl next to the river, but there is no way to go near her.
The river is so deep that I can’t swim to her.
The river is so wide that a boat isn’t of much help.
Go tell you master.
He seems to be an educated fellow.
He should know better than to plagiarize someone else’s poems.
And I’d like to know what he tries to gain by copying someone else’s poem.
You heard what she said, right?
I don’t understand what it means.
I can’t believe she knew those poems.
I would’ve copied off some other book if I’d known beforehand.
My master says that he didn’t know that the lady could recite poems.
He would’ve copied from some other poems instead.
Why’d you have to tell her that?
I think the rock over there is perfect.
It’ll be perfect to recite poems at.
Don’t you think?
Sir, go on ahead.
I have come to make up for what happened last time.
I didn’t have anything to say, so I brought you something from my heart.
I didn’t know that my bamboo drawing had touched you to that extent.
When people are touched, it is always a genuine feeling.
I was very touched by the poem you wrote me.