CAPTIVATING THE KING
"EPISODE 5"
It's his.
It's been a long time since I sent you a message.
Special Firearms Unit inside and outside the palace
getting tighter since the beginning of the month,
So, I have to be more careful.
Their supervision became much stricter…
because of First Senior Concubine
caught summoning a shaman to the palace to perform a ritual
- so she can bear the King's child. - How dare you!
- Fast! - What are you doing?
- That day he was expelled. - Let me go!
However, before being expelled,
he said he had been allowed by the Queen Mother while crying in front of the King.
It shook the entire palace.
Please forgive me!
I have been allowed by the Queen Mother to do it.
Your Majesty!
Disobedience is far worse than unfaithfulness.
Everyone is watching us!
Your Majesty.
The Queen and her father tried to improve things,
but useless.
His Majesty the King refused to visit the Queen Mother,
and was never in his palace. The situation is a mess.
Quickly call the King here!
Said the nymphs in the King's palace,
This all happened because of Senior Lady Dong.
His Majesty the King did not visit the Queen and her concubines.
He only favors Dayang Senior Dong,
former senior maid of the late King.
So, the Queen Mother who wants grandchildren,
incited First Senior Concubine to do just that.
When His Majesty the King is not out or has no government business,
he will go to Yeongchwijeong
to play Baduk with Prince Deokseong.
I want to tell you more about Yeongchwijeong,
but the courtesans are forbidden to enter there.
So, I don't know much.
I'll send another letter next time.
It's his.
It's me, Chu Dal-ha.
Prince Deokseong's residence was always filled with people.
So, it's easy for me to wander around there.
sir
He gathered the Baduk players and told them to investigate.
It seems that the probe will be used against the King.
He is competitive and resourceful.
It seemed that made the Three Hwan Friends wary of him.
I mean,
Hwan's three friends are Park Jong-hwan, Head of the Advisory Council Directorate.
Oh Wook-hwan, the Queen's father.
Then, Min Ji-hwan was newly appointed Minister of War.
People call them that because they have the same last name.
Prince Deokseong.
This is an investigation
from Baduk players that I recommend.
I hope this helps.
How are you, Master Choam?
I have read the strategy description of your post.
Your recommended Baduk player has extraordinary abilities.
I'm very satisfied with it.
"I want to play Baduk with him.
So, tell him to visit me without further delay."
Happy
Finally you became Prince Deokseong's chosen Baduk player .
Isn't that your hope all along?
Why depressed?
Are you afraid because you have been chosen?
I am not afraid.
I've been waiting for this moment for three years.
However,
I just felt worried that you would be in danger
because of what I did.
Don't talk nonsense.
You said you were worried about me,
but flatly refused to budge from me when playing Baduk .
Let me take care of myself.
You…
just worry about yourself.
All this time, you have looked after and helped the naive me.
I will not forget your service.
Miss, the Sixth Royal Secretary was fired again.
This is the third time this year.
Why is it so difficult
revive the peach tree planted by the late King himself?
Your Majesty, I have sinned greatly.
Please forgive my mistake!
I don't want to see you again.
Get lost right now!
His Majesty the King is getting angrier every day.
We all hope that the leaves of the dead trees can bloom again.
However, will that happen?
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty's face looked gloomy.
The new emperor of the Qing Dynasty has been determined.
It seemed like Prince Rui had agreed to that.
He left his throne to his young nephew.
When I heard the news that the Emperor had died,
I thought there would definitely be chaos fighting over the succession.
Apparently he made a smart decision.
No matter how strong Prince Rui is,
still he cannot go against the laws of nature.
Your Majesty.
I don't mean that, but…
Your words are true.
Passing on the throne to children is indeed more correct...
from my sister.
Apparently I had completely forgotten all this time
about that rational and correct thing.
Your Majesty.
I have made a big mistake.
My mind is not clear because I am old.
Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
What should I forgive?
What you said wasn't wrong, right?
It's his.
What is this?
Did you pick me up because you were worried, afraid I'd forget the way in town?
There's something I want to discuss.
What is it?
Prince Deokseong suddenly died last night.
In the city rumors spread that he was murdered.
Our efforts of three years have been destroyed.
Actually there is still another way.
Do not do it.
Why do you always stop me?
You want to end it all at once
by sacrificing your own life to kill the King.
It wasn't revenge, but a vent of anger.
It's also clear that it wasn't for my father's sake, or Hongjang's.
You said you want to follow my plan? Why is it suddenly like this?
It may be that everything doesn't go as smoothly as you wish.
Look at Prince Deokseong.
That won't happen.
I won't let it happen.
However, if we do fail,
I will follow your plan.
That's your promise, right?
Don't corner me like that.
It's like catching a cow.
Good. I promise.
Now, what do you want to do?
I am hungry.
Let's eat first.
Let's go.
Your Majesty.
Head of the Advisory Board Directorate,
the Queen's father, and the Minister of War wanted to appear.
Tell them to come in.
Isn't there a government council meeting today?
It is true.
However, as a member of the Border Defense Council,
there is an urgent matter that must be conveyed. So, sorry to bother you.
What is the real urgent matter?
Here it is, Your Majesty…
Minister of War, answer.
Your Majesty.
We want to fire and punish Kim Myung-ha, Uiju's Executive Assistant.
Please give your permission.
On what basis?
When our people, who were fugitives from the Qing for violating the border, fled,
Kim Myung-ha said nothing.
However, he refused when Qing asked for repatriation.
He neglected his duties as a border guard.
So, he deserves to be fired and punished.
It seems like there have been petitions similar to this before.
I thought that Your Majesty would still remember.
There were reports he failed to catch them
who crossed over to the Qing Dynasty in search of ginseng.
I completely remember after hearing your explanation.
Why not punish him then?
So things like now won't happen.
What?
It's like this...
So that…
Someone must have been personally bribed to let him go.
However, we have no evidence or eyewitnesses.
So, we failed to punish him.
Are you sure you won't fail again this time?
Are you sure you can take responsibility for everything?
Your Majesty.
Qing won't stay silent if we don't ask
and let Kim Myung-ha's mistakes pass by.
We must fire and punish Kim Myung-ha
before the Qing envoy arrived
so that they are not criticized.
Okay.
Call him.
Dad!
Mr. Assistant.
Have you checked the collapsed defensive walls?
For now, I've made a barrier so it doesn't collapse further.
However, it will definitely collapse if it rains heavily.
Jang Mu-dong's relatives still live down there, right?
Tell them to find another place to live.
They didn't listen to what I said.
If only the wall could be repaired perfectly.
Why did the King call you?
Because you let people go over the border?
I only found out after meeting him.
Sir, it's like this.
Escape tonight.
I'll find a way.
You must try to save your life.
Don't talk carelessly.
Of course Your Majesty will fire Kim Myung-ha this time, right?
Who knows?
He never complied with the council's petition.
Long time no see.
It seems that many are waiting for my death.
Everyone looked at me with shocked faces.
I don't know how other people feel,
What's clear is that my sister is very worried.
Every time you do something big or small,
he will feel very anxious.
People in our house were affected.
You haven't changed since before.
Finally you smiled.
Do not be scared.
No one knows.
It could be that today is not your death day, but your lucky day.
Your Majesty.
Please punish Kim Myung-ha, Uiju's Executive Assistant.
Starting today, Kim Myung-ha…
dismissed as Uiju's Executive Assistant.
However, he was appointed the Sixth Royal Secretary.
Apparently this was his lucky day.
Your Highness…
Sixth Royal Secretary? What does it mean?
Your Majesty should punish him for his mistake.
My words are not finished yet.
What?
Yes. I'm sorry, Sire.
Listen to me, Kim Myung-ha.
Good, Your Majesty.
Give the order.
The duties of the Sixth Royal Secretary were only one.
Revitalize the peach tree in the back garden.
If you can't,
apart from being fired,
you will be punished severely.
I will accept the task wholeheartedly.
Lately, I've always been alone in Yeongchwijeong.
I'm so bored I can't take it anymore.
I want to find gidaeryeong for me.
What do you think?
Your Majesty.
Sorry, but I've only heard of that department.
I mean, civil servants who can come at any time to Yeongchwijeong
to play Baduk with me.
He is a civil servant who serves me alone.
Status and age are not a problem.
As long as you are good at playing Baduk ,
even a palcheon can participate in the competition to become a gidaeryeong .
PALCHEON : EIGHT GROUPS INCLUDING THE COMMON PEOPLE
However,
state apparatus,
including the ninth grade, cannot participate.
Don't delay any longer.
Immediately announce to the people.
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty should have told me beforehand.
If that were the case, I would have already looked for a Baduk player
superior in society.
I bring it up specifically during official meetings to avoid that.
I do not want…
there was just another random person entering Yeongchwijeong.
Your Majesty.
Sorry, but I don't understand what you mean...
This is about Prince Deokseong.
I know he's your accomplice, Uncle.
Since when did Your Majesty know about that?
From the start, he made no secret of it.
Then it cannot be denied,
he died suddenly overnight.
I can order the Special Firearms Unit to find out the killer,
but I endured it
because you can guess who the perpetrator is.
However,
I won't be silent if it happens twice.
Better remember my words.
Why was Kim Myung-ha appointed Sixth Royal Secretary?
What is the problem?
I have complied with the council's wishes to fire him,
and the position of Sixth Royal Secretary was vacant
because everyone seems to avoid that position.
So, I assigned him to that position.
Qing will not remain silent to see his promotion.
As king, I have the right to determine whether Kim Myung-ha is right or wrong.
Then persuading Qing is your job, the royal council.
Isn't that right, Uncle?
Your words are true and accurate.
Then, please leave.
Mr. Park.
What do you say?
He didn't say anything.
Apparently you're here.
Yes, Head of Directorate.
It's your father's death anniversary soon, right?
Early next month,
five days after the death anniversary of the late King.
Your father's betrayal
extremely fatal and heavy.
However, His Majesty the King gave you a position
and the opportunity to repent even though you are a traitorous child.
His Majesty is very generous.
Do not return the favor
by stabbing him in the back.
I'll keep that in mind.
Congratulations on being promoted to the rank of Sixth Royal Secretary.
Why include the traitor's son in the kingdom hall?
You should have stopped the King!
Prince Rui handed over his throne to his little nephew,
and now serves as his guardian.
It seems that makes Your Highness feel confused.
You mean he's afraid that Grand Prince Munseong is plotting with Kim Myung-ha
to betray?
So, he called Kim Myung-ha to watch him closely?
The Special Firearms Unit is in charge of guarding Yeongchwijeong, right?
We can slander and behead Myung-ha. Why bother so much?
Then, what else is the gidaeryeong competition ?
It wasn't necessary, but he got a salary and government.
The people will definitely be angry about this!
I really don't understand the King's thinking.
Gidaeryeong could be a solution
so that we can keep an eye on the King.
We need a replacement for Prince Deokseong.
Raja is very superior in the game of Baduk .
He will not be satisfied with the abilities of most people.
There are people who are extraordinary in playing Baduk .
The results of the gidaeryeong competition can already be determined.
So, don't worry about that.
You always take everything for granted.
Of course, this isn't as easy as Guan Yu slashing the enemy's neck.
We need a lot of wealth and effort.
So, what about Kim Myung-ha?
We can't just leave him like that.
I already have an idea about that.
Sir, the Chief Royal Secretary is here.
What's wrong, Mr. Park?
You must be worried now, so, I invited you to meet.
Although the position of the Sixth Royal Secretary is not high,
still responsible for carrying out the King's orders.
Kim Myung-ha doesn't deserve to be in that position.
You won't stay silent, will you?
I have no other way but to follow the King's orders.
So, can you postpone the appointment letter?
Good. I understand.
Basically useless.
We also have to immediately check him.
CHEJIK : REPLACING PUBLIC OFFICIALS
Do I also have to tell you about your assignment?
Kim Myung-ha will not get his appointment letter.
So, don't worry.
Gidaeryeong competition ?
I thought everything would disappear
after Prince Deokseong died.
That's good then.
I'm against it.
What idiot enters the tiger's den voluntarily?
Like you said, I'm there to catch tigers.
Why are you silent and not stopping it?
Are you ready to risk your life?
My determination has been made since three years ago.
In that case, okay.
I support your decision.
Nonsense. Seriously.
Apparently you didn't listen to me at all.
It's up to you!
My goodness.
Tell me if there is anything that needs to be prepared.
You definitely need a Baduk board , right?
Actually no need.
However, please find one.
Good.
What stupid things are they doing in the middle of such a hot summer?
This kind of heat is nothing.
They can enter Yeongchwijeong
and enjoy wealth and honor as long as they play Baduk .
If state officials are allowed to take part in the competition,
You must be in their position now.
- Is not it? - Of course not.
I'm not interested in that kind of obscure work.
Is it true?
Apparently I had misunderstood
because you saw your sister there.
It seems that your family supports your sister more than you.
My goodness.
Mr. Min.
Your words are exaggerated.
Third Minister, you are here as an examiner.
Please watch your words.
What tester?
After all, the winner has already been determined.
What?
What did you say just now?
What?
I mean, a winner is bound to emerge soon.
Look at that!
He must have lost a long time ago, but tried to hold on because he was embarrassed.
That person…
Wait a minute.
I'm sure I know that face.
Who is it?
Kang Mong-woo.
Happy
Hey!
Stop!
Hold him!
Don't let him go!
You can't escape this time.
The ultimate scammer.
What do you mean by fraud, Mr. Examiner?
There seems to be a misunderstanding.
Misunderstanding?
I won our Baduk gambling three years ago.
You lost, but you didn't give me the board and the Baduk pawns . Do not remember?
Good grief. Watch my face.
Look at me carefully.
A handsome face and extraordinary appearance.
It's almost impossible for someone not to remember me.
Are you laughing?
Why?
Which part is funny?
Forgive me.
I just focused like hypnotized on the pieces when playing Baduk .
So, I don't remember my opponent.
Furthermore,
I almost never lose.
Then, you should remember me.
Try to remember slowly.
I remember. It was raining at that time.
When you see it raining,
You suddenly threw the Baduk piece and ran away.
Hey, it's raining!
- Rain! - What?
- Suddenly it rained. - It's true it's raining.
Mongwoo.
Your turn.
I lose.
You're amazing
still remember what happened three years ago.
People who are harmed cannot possibly forget.
At that time, the late King suddenly died,
and a case of spying also emerged.
Then, the superior Baduk players were also detained for torture,
So, I stopped looking for you.
Now,
give me the board and the Baduk pawns you owe me
three years ago that was.
Sorry.
However, I can't give it now.
Why?
Are you going to play dumb again?
Of course not.
However,
I need Baduk boards and pieces until the gidaeryeong exam is over.
I need to practice to get satisfactory results.
I will pay my debt after successfully becoming gidaeryeong .
You look confident.
You are not taking part in this competition.
So, I have a chance of winning.
Yes. You're right too.
Then, see you tomorrow, sir.
Hey.
Do you know who Kang Mong-woo's backer is?
Sorry sir.
However, I've only heard his name once.
Full of dilemmas.
Should I follow him?
According to rumors, Kim Hong-du earns a living by playing Baduk in the streets,
and he had just come down from Mount Geumgang after meditating.
Then, Na Gang-taek is Na Jin-yu's great-grandson
which used to be from the Government Decree Office
"Kang Mong-woo"?
Who's he?
About that...
Sorry, but I don't know.
I've asked people, but no one knows.
Is he your accomplice?
Not.
Why do you think that?
I hear people calling me, you,
and Head of the Advisory Council Directorate as Hwan's Three Friends.
Maybe this doesn't make sense,
but you may be ambitious like that.
Who knew you were a gidaeryeong supporter who would enter Yeongchwijeong.
Apparently because of that you risked your pride as the queen's father
and become a supporter of street Baduk players?
Who said that
I'm a supporter of Kim Hong-du?
When did I say you support Kim Hong-du?
Have you been spying on me all this time?
The man himself said that he had just come down from Mount Geumgang
after praying for the Queen's recovery.
Nonsense!
Her Majesty the Queen is the healthiest woman in this kingdom!
Is it true?
Thank goodness for that.
What did you say?
In that case,
does anyone know who is behind Kang Mong-woo?
Yes. For now, no.
So, he entered the competition without a supporter?
It means he doesn't know the cruelty of the world,
or have extraordinary Baduk abilities.
That's good.
His presence can prove the fairness of this competition.
Report this to the King.
Yes sir.
Want me to tell you who Kang Mong-woo is?
What?
Are you lying and saying you don't know, even though you actually know who he is?
It seems that you have become more reckless after not seeing each other for a long time.
He was a young man at that time.
Baduk Gambler from three years ago.
- What? - Baduk gamblers at that time.
The person who managed to wipe out all the Baduk boards in the city.
He's the one.
I bet on Na Gang-taek.
- Come here. - Yes.
- Anything else for Na Gang-taek? - Na Gang-taek!
Anyone want to bet on Park Se-gye?
Queen's father.
Apparently you.
I thought I was caught by the Special Firearms Unit.
Why are you worried about that?
Don't worry.
I've given you kickbacks.
Are there members of the Special Firearms Unit who want to be bribed?
He would definitely be killed immediately if Joo Sang-hwa found out.
Where are the bees that refuse honey?
All will receive it if given.
So how is your life after becoming a regional magistrate?
A lot of annoying things.
I survived while waiting for my day
called again to the government.
Don't worry.
I've told the Head of Directorate.
I trust you, Sir.
Okay!
Does anyone else want to bet?
Me!
- Astaga. - Kim Hong-you!
- Bet on Kim Hong-du! - Good grief.
Who's he?
He is a subordinate of the Queen's father.
- Me too! - I also bet on Kim Hong-du!
- Me too! - Shut up, Everyone!
Can no longer bet on Kim Hong-du.
- Hey! - Seriously!
Okay!
So, who do you want to bet on?
Kang Mong-woo!
I bet on Kang Mong-woo.
"Kang Mong-woo"?
He just said Kang Mong-woo?
Do you know that person?
Min Ji-hwan dodges, but I'm sure it's his accomplice.
Only this?
What do you mean?
This is all the treasure I have!
That's a lot.
Okay.
Who else wants to bet on Kang Mong-woo?
Kang Mong-woo? Who's he?
Just like the name of a stray dog.
Don't let yourself regret the losses caused by wild dogs.
Who is Kang Mong-woo?
Mong-woo's?
Can you still laugh?
You are considered the weakest.
Didn't I tell you?
I said no one would bet on Kang Mong-woo.
That's what I want.
They only bet on players supported by the Three Hwan Friends.
I was so angry I almost wrecked the place.
Good thing you restrained yourself.
Good work.
I said goodbye.
Kim Myung-ha returns to the palace?
Of.
The king won from the councilors who rejected his decision,
then appointed Kim Myung-ha to be the Sixth Royal Secretary.
Why does he do that?
Be sure to watch him closely.
The king gave him a position that no one else wanted.
Isn't that already a punishment?
Is that the only reason?
Is there something stuck in your heart?
Why now?
He was silent and did nothing for three years.
His only job is drinking alcohol and playing with women.
Why suddenly do that?
Isn't the King used to that?
You are right.
The royal council was led by the Three Hwan Friends.
He also definitely wanted to warn them not to underestimate him.
Of.
That must be it.
Time passes so quickly.
Even though it feels like just yesterday Mr. Chu managed to escape,
and Miss Kang was found and hidden in the middle of the mountain.
Search everywhere!
- Good! - Good!
Oh my, are you crying?
No.
My eyes just sting from the smoke.
Don't worry.
Miss Kang is great.
He can definitely win over the others and become gidaeryeong .
You think I'm afraid he'll lose?
I'm scared because he will definitely win.
That is true.
The entire place inside the palace was a trial he had to go through.
The prince who used to play Baduk with the King,
He said he suddenly died while riding the Pelangkin
because he was hated by the King.
Impossible.
It is said that Monk Yusim suddenly died last year
also poisoned by the King's servants.
His brother died because he was poisoned.
His sister-in-law is the same.
My goodness.
Even though poisonous snakes will not bite flesh and blood.
Warn Miss Kang not to eat anything
when you enter the palace later.
I don't want to hear any more.
Stop talking those horrible things!
Why suddenly shout?
I'm doing this because I'm worried.
- What's wrong with it? - Did I say something wrong?
This is from Mr Choam, so drink it up.
You're so talkative.
Are you still worried?
Worried about what?
Why should I worry?
You will definitely win the competition with your Baduk skills ,
and for the rest, heaven will help you punish those evil people.
I don't need heaven's help.
I will do it.
I will punish them.
Of course.
You have to make it
those bastards died without having time to curse you.
This is the list of people who won today's Baduk match .
Read it.
Good, Your Majesty.
"Kim Mal-son, Kim Hong-du,
Na Gang-taek,
Park Se-gye,
Hong Yun,
Kang Mong-woo,
An Du-eon…"
Wait a minute.
Who did you say you were?
And Du-eon?
KANG MONG-WOO
What's wrong, Your Majesty?
It's nothing.
I want to be alone. You can go out.
Good, Your Majesty.
Have a good night's sleep.
Mong-woo.
I asked for that as a reward for our bet.
Impossible.
Definitely just the name is the same.
I had doubts.
Apparently you're still alive.
We can meet again like this because I am not dead.
What's your reason for coming back?
Your bad hand habits are still the same.
Reply me.
Apparently you've arrived.
I was worried that you wouldn't come
for threatening you yesterday.
I will definitely win. Why don't I come?
You're so confident.
We could be late. Come in.
An Gyeong-yeop!
Kang Mong-woo!
What is it?
Sorry Mister. The nameplate is gone.
Finished?
How is this, Mr. Min?
Times like this,
should have passed without contest.
Can't be like that.
Your Majesty is coming!
Stop.
Raise your head.
What's your name?
Kang Mong-woo, Your Highness.
Isn't it still time to compete?
Why stop?
The number of players is odd, so, we are discussing
because Kang Mong-woo had no opponent.
At times like this, he should have been let out without competing.
However, it would definitely be said to be unfair.
- How, Your Majesty? - Fight him, Sixth Government Secretary.
Your Majesty.
Sorry, but here I am,
also my sister as an examiner.
Why did Your Majesty choose Kim Myung-ha?
I already said that state officials should not take part in this match.
So, you don't meet the requirements.
I ordered Kim Myung-ha
because he hasn't officially received his appointment letter.
Do you no longer want to be Minister of War?
Forgive me.
I didn't think that far.
Then, start the match.
You could lose to me like this.
I lose.
Want to try calculating the total?
Let me.
The Sixth Royal Secretary tried to defend this piece,
so, he keeps the other pieces without discarding them. Hence, he lost.
I thought I could run the others first, then save the piece.
That's what is called Saengbulyeosa .
Although maintained,
it would just be troublesome and pointless.
So, don't try to save a cornered piece.
It's better to just let it die.
With all due respect, I disagree, Your Majesty.
Don't be cheeky!
You did not ask. How dare you give an opinion!
Sorry, Your Majesty.
He didn't know the rules in the palace.
Why keep quiet?
- Quickly apologize… - Just let it go.
Continue your words.
If he had held on a little longer and secured this position,
I will definitely lose at the last step.
If you pay close attention,
there must be a way to save a cornered piece.
Do not expect.
Kim Myung-ha won't be able to win over you with his abilities.
He definitely lost.
So, why try so hard?
However, Your Majesty will die.
So, why are you still trying to live your life?
Hey!
Don't talk carelessly in front of Your Majesty!
Sire, he has been impudent. We can't just stay silent.
Why just keep quiet and not drag him away?
However, there are many eyes that see, as well as ears that hear.
If I want to maintain my dignity as king,
I must give orders to drag you and cut off your impudent tongue.
Is there anything else you want to say?
Baduk is played by two people,
and the two people only talk through the pieces during play.
Conversations where status, age,
as well as the relationship between king and subordinate once became unimportant.
However, if Your Majesty thinks I am wrong,
This means that Your Majesty must look for Gidaeryeong
sensitive and sycophantic to enter Yeongchwijeong.
That way, you don't have to bother cutting your tongue many times.
How impudent of you...
- Leave it alone, Minister Min. - Your Majesty…
Forgive me.
You're so brave.
Your tongue is truly cursed.
I like it.
I will tell you how to escape punishment.
You have to be gidaeryeong .
If you disappoint me,
I will cut your tongue with my own hands.
I will remember that, Your Majesty.
Let's go to the Queen Mother's palace.
Good, Your Majesty.
Directly to the palace of the Queen Mother!
Your Majesty is coming!
Welcome, Your Majesty.
- Your Majesty. - Your Majesty.
Your Majesty.
Is there anything fun?
It's rare for your face to look bright.
Mother's eyes cannot be deceived.
I just came back from Chundangdae to watch the preliminary round of Gidaeryeong .
Apparently something meets your expectations, huh?
Of.
There is someone who makes me very satisfied.
Is it true?
Mom became curious.
What's that person's name?
Mong-woo.
His name is Kang Mong-woo.
Her Majesty the Queen Mother looked pale.
- Are you not feeling well... - No.
Don't worry about me, Queen.
You just take care of your own health.
Sorry, Your Honor.
Mother
I also think Mom's face suddenly turned pale.
Are you sure you're okay?
Of course.
What is clear is that I hope that people who meet His Majesty's expectations can survive
until the end and become gidaeryeong .
Don't worry.
I'm very sure...
he will be the gidaeryeong .
Who is gidaeryeong ?
Apparently the champion of three years ago was successful again.
Who told you to play Baduk ?
Forgive me.
I didn't know you were here.
The place was occupied
by Prince Deokseong,
a relative of the king, for three years.
Prince Deokseong…
was the person who first taught me to play Baduk .
You must be very sad
because your Baduk playmate died.
It seems like three years ago, I got a report that you were dead.
I almost died.
I'm lucky to be alive again.
Then, you should have run further away.
However, why do you...
even come back?
All of Joseon is in your hands.
Where can I escape?
So, it's better for me to serve
to Your Majesty and find a new purpose in life again.
Why do you use the name Mong-woo, and hide your real name?
I'm not hiding it.
Maybe you forgot,
but I always bet when playing Baduk .
- I... - You just tell me your name
to the person who beat you.
An honor.
I don't think you remember...
I remember everything you did.
So, never say you don't know, are surprised, or surprised.
Put all that nonsense aside and answer my question.
Why are you back again?
Should I be the one to answer?
You…
definitely back for revenge.
You definitely want to kill me, right?
Saengbulyeosa.
If you live, there's no point in living, it's even as good as dying.
So, what do you want now?
Quickly answer with your impudent tongue.
What can you do now?
CAPTIVATING THE KING
I will be your supporter.
Where is there a man who doesn't waver?
with power, wealth, and beautiful women?
Me
want to be your mainstay supporter.
Don't worry.
You are my gidaeryeong .
I will also protect you.
Why would I risk my life,
even though I know I will definitely fail?
If you still want to live, think carefully before answering.
That way, you will see a way to save your life.
A chance to take revenge on the enemy who killed your father.
Will you do it with me?
Subtitle translation by Deaz Putri