1 00:00:01,001 --> 00:00:03,337 [♪ pop music playing] 2 00:00:45,254 --> 00:00:48,966 PERFECT CROWN 3 00:00:59,851 --> 00:01:00,978 THIS IS A WORK OF FICTION 4 00:01:01,061 --> 00:01:02,980 CHILD ACTORS AND ANIMALS WERE FILMED SAFELY 5 00:01:03,647 --> 00:01:04,648 EPISODE 11 6 00:01:04,731 --> 00:01:05,732 [phone buzzing] 7 00:01:05,816 --> 00:01:08,110 Your Royal Highness, it is the Queen Mother. 8 00:01:11,071 --> 00:01:12,322 [phone buzzes] 9 00:01:15,158 --> 00:01:18,036 [Jeongwoo] I'd like a brief audience in the Council Hall. 10 00:01:18,120 --> 00:01:20,372 Do we have time before we're due at the Throne Hall? 11 00:01:20,455 --> 00:01:21,832 Well… 12 00:01:22,833 --> 00:01:25,252 Yes, we have about 30 minutes. 13 00:01:26,128 --> 00:01:27,337 Right. 14 00:01:29,339 --> 00:01:30,424 [phone buzzes] 15 00:01:32,884 --> 00:01:33,885 Your Royal Highness. 16 00:01:35,137 --> 00:01:38,724 It seems like His Majesty wants to enter the Throne Hall with you? 17 00:01:38,807 --> 00:01:39,808 His Majesty does? 18 00:01:39,891 --> 00:01:41,852 Yes. It appears he's a bit nervous. 19 00:01:43,186 --> 00:01:44,438 [sighs] 20 00:01:45,856 --> 00:01:46,857 I'll meet you there. 21 00:01:46,940 --> 00:01:48,442 I won't be long. 22 00:01:49,609 --> 00:01:50,610 Ah… 23 00:01:55,157 --> 00:01:56,491 Yes, Your Royal Highness. 24 00:02:23,810 --> 00:02:25,562 [explosion] 25 00:02:25,646 --> 00:02:27,481 [♪ dramatic music playing] 26 00:02:29,274 --> 00:02:30,275 Grand Princess. 27 00:02:30,901 --> 00:02:31,902 You must flee. 28 00:02:32,653 --> 00:02:35,447 Isn't that… the Council Hall? 29 00:02:36,239 --> 00:02:37,324 Grand Princess. 30 00:02:37,824 --> 00:02:38,992 [explosion] 31 00:02:49,169 --> 00:02:50,170 No… 32 00:02:52,214 --> 00:02:53,799 No! [gasps] 33 00:02:53,882 --> 00:02:55,050 [Hyeon] Your Highness! 34 00:03:03,225 --> 00:03:04,768 What was that? 35 00:03:06,395 --> 00:03:08,397 Go and see what happened. 36 00:03:08,480 --> 00:03:09,523 [gasps] 37 00:03:09,606 --> 00:03:10,899 Yes, Your Majesty. 38 00:03:14,569 --> 00:03:17,197 [clamoring] 39 00:03:24,913 --> 00:03:27,499 -[Hyejeong panting] -[staff shrieks] 40 00:03:34,464 --> 00:03:35,632 Aide Do. 41 00:03:35,715 --> 00:03:36,925 What… 42 00:03:39,010 --> 00:03:40,262 What are you doing here? 43 00:03:41,763 --> 00:03:43,181 [exhales sharply] 44 00:03:46,601 --> 00:03:47,811 Tell me. 45 00:03:51,481 --> 00:03:52,732 Do Hyejeong! 46 00:03:52,816 --> 00:03:54,192 [gasps] The Council Hall… 47 00:03:57,195 --> 00:03:58,280 His Royal Highness. 48 00:03:59,322 --> 00:04:01,408 He's in the Council Hall. [panting] 49 00:04:02,033 --> 00:04:03,118 [gasps] 50 00:04:20,927 --> 00:04:21,928 Your Royal Highness. 51 00:04:24,973 --> 00:04:25,974 No! 52 00:04:26,057 --> 00:04:27,684 -Grand Princess! -Ms. Seong! 53 00:04:28,602 --> 00:04:30,312 [Hyeon] You can't, Grand Princess! 54 00:04:31,021 --> 00:04:34,941 -[exclaims] -[screaming] 55 00:04:39,362 --> 00:04:41,990 PERFECT CROWN 56 00:04:44,993 --> 00:04:47,037 [coughs] 57 00:04:49,664 --> 00:04:50,665 [grunts] 58 00:04:52,834 --> 00:04:53,835 [groans] 59 00:04:54,544 --> 00:04:55,712 Is anyone… 60 00:04:55,796 --> 00:04:57,380 Is anyone out there? 61 00:04:57,464 --> 00:04:59,800 -[coughs] -[Huiju] Your Royal Highness! 62 00:04:59,883 --> 00:05:03,261 [breathing heavily] 63 00:05:03,887 --> 00:05:04,888 [exclaims] 64 00:05:08,391 --> 00:05:10,769 [coughs] 65 00:05:10,852 --> 00:05:11,853 [sniffles] 66 00:05:12,437 --> 00:05:13,438 Your Royal Highness! 67 00:05:14,022 --> 00:05:15,398 Your Royal Highness! 68 00:05:15,482 --> 00:05:16,566 [pants] 69 00:05:25,450 --> 00:05:27,702 If something terrible happens to you… 70 00:05:29,830 --> 00:05:30,956 [I-AN] You can't… 71 00:05:35,669 --> 00:05:37,087 [Huiju] Let's see this through. 72 00:05:40,924 --> 00:05:42,467 I will be by your side. 73 00:05:45,679 --> 00:05:46,721 [sighs] 74 00:05:47,597 --> 00:05:49,474 [panting] 75 00:05:53,478 --> 00:05:54,479 [I-AN] Don't come. 76 00:05:56,064 --> 00:05:57,065 Your Royal Highness! 77 00:05:58,859 --> 00:06:00,360 [breathing heavily] 78 00:06:05,240 --> 00:06:07,242 Your Royal Highness! [gasps] 79 00:06:08,493 --> 00:06:10,036 Your Royal Highness… [winces] 80 00:06:10,954 --> 00:06:11,997 [groans] 81 00:06:15,959 --> 00:06:17,085 [grunts] 82 00:06:19,963 --> 00:06:21,047 Your Royal Highness. 83 00:06:22,257 --> 00:06:23,258 Your Royal Highness! 84 00:06:23,341 --> 00:06:24,426 [shrieks] 85 00:06:30,765 --> 00:06:32,684 [gasps] Your Royal Highness. 86 00:06:34,019 --> 00:06:35,186 Your Royal Highness. 87 00:06:35,270 --> 00:06:37,480 Your Royal Highness, you need to wake up. 88 00:06:37,564 --> 00:06:39,566 [sniffles, pants] 89 00:06:41,776 --> 00:06:43,695 [grunts] 90 00:06:47,032 --> 00:06:48,199 Your Royal Highness. 91 00:06:53,913 --> 00:06:56,416 [heart beating] 92 00:07:01,880 --> 00:07:03,256 [sighs] 93 00:07:04,424 --> 00:07:05,842 Your Royal Highness. 94 00:07:07,844 --> 00:07:09,679 I'll get you out of here. 95 00:07:09,763 --> 00:07:10,847 [pants, sniffles] 96 00:07:13,266 --> 00:07:14,351 [grunting] 97 00:07:19,356 --> 00:07:20,565 [strains] 98 00:07:25,904 --> 00:07:26,905 [strains] 99 00:07:28,657 --> 00:07:29,658 [pants] 100 00:07:32,535 --> 00:07:33,536 Your Royal Highness. 101 00:07:33,620 --> 00:07:36,790 Your Royal Highness, please wake up. 102 00:07:40,418 --> 00:07:42,545 [sobbing] Someone, please save him. 103 00:07:42,629 --> 00:07:45,090 Is anyone out there? 104 00:07:46,466 --> 00:07:48,510 Is there anyone out there? 105 00:07:54,891 --> 00:07:57,268 Please help us… [crying] 106 00:07:59,062 --> 00:08:00,063 Your Royal Highness. 107 00:08:01,022 --> 00:08:02,273 Your Royal Highness… 108 00:08:06,778 --> 00:08:08,029 [King sobbing] Mother! 109 00:08:08,530 --> 00:08:09,531 Your Majesty. 110 00:08:10,031 --> 00:08:12,909 Mother, there's a fire in the palace. 111 00:08:13,868 --> 00:08:15,203 What is he talking about? 112 00:08:15,787 --> 00:08:17,789 A fire has broken out at the Council Hall. 113 00:08:18,415 --> 00:08:20,750 Uncle is… [crying] 114 00:08:26,798 --> 00:08:28,049 Is I-AN safe? 115 00:08:28,717 --> 00:08:29,801 Your Majesty… 116 00:08:30,927 --> 00:08:32,137 Answer me! 117 00:08:33,179 --> 00:08:34,472 Is I-AN safe? 118 00:08:48,361 --> 00:08:49,446 [Lady Choi sighs] 119 00:08:51,489 --> 00:08:54,367 You should get some rest, Grand Princess. 120 00:08:54,951 --> 00:08:57,203 The royal physicians said he is stable. 121 00:08:58,788 --> 00:09:02,375 How could you have just run into the fire like that? 122 00:09:02,459 --> 00:09:04,461 Had Aide Choi not reached you in time, 123 00:09:04,544 --> 00:09:05,670 you would also be… 124 00:09:05,754 --> 00:09:07,464 He would've come to save me. 125 00:09:08,882 --> 00:09:09,883 [Lady Choi] Pardon? 126 00:09:11,843 --> 00:09:15,055 If it had been me in there, he would have… 127 00:09:19,601 --> 00:09:20,977 come for me too. 128 00:09:22,228 --> 00:09:23,354 To save me. 129 00:09:26,483 --> 00:09:28,109 Like he always has. 130 00:09:32,739 --> 00:09:33,990 [inhales deeply] 131 00:09:34,908 --> 00:09:38,161 Sir, you need to be announced first! Ah… 132 00:09:51,716 --> 00:09:53,426 The Grand Prince is stable, so tomorrow-- 133 00:09:53,510 --> 00:09:55,386 How could you just run in there like that? 134 00:09:57,013 --> 00:09:59,891 Lower your voice. The palace attendants are outside. 135 00:09:59,974 --> 00:10:01,309 Why aren't you at a hospital? 136 00:10:02,477 --> 00:10:04,979 You should at least get proper treatment. 137 00:10:05,730 --> 00:10:07,857 How can I trust any hospital right now? 138 00:10:07,941 --> 00:10:10,318 -What? -You think this fire was just an accident? 139 00:10:12,862 --> 00:10:15,490 They targeted the Grand Prince at the wedding, not me. 140 00:10:15,573 --> 00:10:17,826 And now, a fire just breaks out on abdication day? 141 00:10:17,909 --> 00:10:19,077 You expect me to buy that? 142 00:10:19,953 --> 00:10:20,954 [sighs] 143 00:10:23,248 --> 00:10:24,582 And if it wasn't an accident? 144 00:10:26,501 --> 00:10:28,920 -What? -What can you do if it wasn't? 145 00:10:29,838 --> 00:10:32,757 Will you collapse and die in his place? 146 00:10:32,841 --> 00:10:33,842 [scoffs] 147 00:10:33,925 --> 00:10:36,052 Then what should I have done? 148 00:10:36,136 --> 00:10:38,596 -Just leave him there to die? -Yes, just leave him! 149 00:10:41,516 --> 00:10:42,851 Jeongwoo. 150 00:10:43,434 --> 00:10:44,769 [sighs] 151 00:10:48,690 --> 00:10:51,067 How much longer must I watch you be in danger? 152 00:10:55,780 --> 00:10:57,574 How much longer must I endure this? 153 00:11:00,201 --> 00:11:01,995 [breathes shakily] 154 00:11:09,294 --> 00:11:10,753 [sighs] 155 00:11:19,012 --> 00:11:20,138 [sighs] 156 00:11:21,181 --> 00:11:22,974 I've been looking everywhere for you. 157 00:11:24,309 --> 00:11:25,435 What are you doing here? 158 00:11:32,442 --> 00:11:33,484 Are you okay? 159 00:11:36,946 --> 00:11:37,989 Yes. 160 00:11:38,072 --> 00:11:39,115 [sighs, chuckles] 161 00:11:39,949 --> 00:11:42,744 I'm told the Grand Prince and Princess are both fine. 162 00:11:42,827 --> 00:11:44,579 You don't need to worry too much. 163 00:11:47,749 --> 00:11:48,750 [sighs] 164 00:11:53,254 --> 00:11:55,757 [cries] I'm sorry. 165 00:11:55,840 --> 00:11:58,218 What? Why are you apologizing? 166 00:12:00,303 --> 00:12:01,304 I mean… 167 00:12:01,387 --> 00:12:02,388 [sniffles] 168 00:12:03,514 --> 00:12:04,515 [sighs] 169 00:12:04,599 --> 00:12:07,185 I should've never left the Grand Prince's side, right? 170 00:12:07,268 --> 00:12:08,603 Wait, come on now. 171 00:12:08,686 --> 00:12:11,356 It's not like your being there 172 00:12:11,439 --> 00:12:13,608 would've magically stopped the fire from starting. 173 00:12:13,691 --> 00:12:15,360 [chuckles] Come on, that's silly. 174 00:12:22,033 --> 00:12:24,994 Wait, hold on. Do you really believe that? 175 00:12:25,078 --> 00:12:26,162 [sighs] 176 00:12:26,246 --> 00:12:28,248 [breathes shakily] 177 00:12:38,549 --> 00:12:39,634 Thank you. 178 00:12:40,343 --> 00:12:41,344 What? 179 00:12:42,637 --> 00:12:44,222 -[Hyeon] Grand Princess! -[Hyejeong] Ms. Seong! 180 00:12:44,305 --> 00:12:45,848 [Hyeon] You can't, Grand Princess! 181 00:12:46,849 --> 00:12:48,518 -[exclaims] -[screaming] 182 00:12:49,519 --> 00:12:51,521 [panting] 183 00:12:53,856 --> 00:12:54,857 I'll be right back. 184 00:12:54,941 --> 00:12:56,359 What? Where are you going? 185 00:12:56,442 --> 00:12:57,860 -No, you can't! -[staff screaming] 186 00:12:57,944 --> 00:13:00,613 Aide Choi! Choi Hyeon! 187 00:13:00,697 --> 00:13:02,991 [panting] 188 00:13:11,749 --> 00:13:12,792 A royal physician! 189 00:13:12,875 --> 00:13:14,294 Summon a royal physician! 190 00:13:14,377 --> 00:13:16,087 [clamoring] 191 00:13:18,881 --> 00:13:20,633 [exclaims, gasps] 192 00:13:20,717 --> 00:13:21,843 Thank goodness… 193 00:13:22,760 --> 00:13:24,053 Thank goodness. 194 00:13:30,601 --> 00:13:32,353 If it weren't for you, they would both be… 195 00:13:32,437 --> 00:13:33,438 Oh. 196 00:13:34,063 --> 00:13:35,773 [stammers] Stop that. 197 00:13:35,857 --> 00:13:38,443 I mean, I was just doing my job. 198 00:13:39,277 --> 00:13:40,903 [♪ soft piano music playing] 199 00:13:47,618 --> 00:13:48,703 I was worried… 200 00:13:50,663 --> 00:13:51,873 that you'd get hurt. 201 00:14:16,439 --> 00:14:17,440 Thank you. 202 00:14:19,609 --> 00:14:20,610 But you know, 203 00:14:21,194 --> 00:14:22,528 I just got all better. 204 00:14:23,613 --> 00:14:24,697 [chuckles] 205 00:14:26,032 --> 00:14:27,825 Oh, ow, ow… Hold on. Ow… 206 00:14:27,909 --> 00:14:29,202 Are you okay? 207 00:14:30,036 --> 00:14:32,497 It's so itchy right here. Can you scratch it for me? 208 00:14:32,580 --> 00:14:33,706 [chuckles] 209 00:14:33,790 --> 00:14:35,708 Why are you crying? 210 00:14:35,792 --> 00:14:36,918 Don't cry. 211 00:14:37,001 --> 00:14:39,462 Crying one second and laughing the next? 212 00:14:40,046 --> 00:14:41,881 -Just pick one already. -[chuckles] 213 00:14:41,964 --> 00:14:43,216 You're no crybaby. 214 00:14:43,299 --> 00:14:45,510 Where are all these tears coming from? Huh? 215 00:14:51,599 --> 00:14:52,767 [sighs] 216 00:14:53,392 --> 00:14:54,393 [door opens] 217 00:14:55,311 --> 00:14:56,938 What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell? 218 00:14:57,021 --> 00:14:58,731 Should we go to the hospital? 219 00:14:58,815 --> 00:14:59,816 Why was he… 220 00:15:01,275 --> 00:15:03,152 at the Council Hall today? 221 00:15:03,236 --> 00:15:05,446 He was due to accept the abdication in the Throne Hall. 222 00:15:06,239 --> 00:15:07,240 Oh… 223 00:15:07,990 --> 00:15:10,159 Prime Minister Min texted, asking for a quick chat 224 00:15:10,243 --> 00:15:11,410 at the Council Hall. 225 00:15:14,664 --> 00:15:15,915 Jeongwoo… 226 00:15:17,375 --> 00:15:18,668 had him go there? 227 00:15:20,545 --> 00:15:21,754 Yes. 228 00:15:24,841 --> 00:15:26,175 [sighs] 229 00:15:49,157 --> 00:15:50,283 [grunts] 230 00:15:51,659 --> 00:15:52,702 Your Royal Highness. 231 00:15:54,745 --> 00:15:56,164 Your Royal Highness! [shrieks] 232 00:15:57,999 --> 00:16:00,084 [♪ romantic music playing] 233 00:16:08,467 --> 00:16:09,468 [I-AN] Stay still. 234 00:16:21,314 --> 00:16:22,857 I must appear… 235 00:16:24,233 --> 00:16:25,610 insanely infatuated with you 236 00:16:26,903 --> 00:16:28,321 for people to believe 237 00:16:29,614 --> 00:16:31,324 this absurd marriage is genuine. 238 00:16:34,202 --> 00:16:35,453 Do not bend to their will. 239 00:16:37,163 --> 00:16:38,247 Do not back away 240 00:16:39,957 --> 00:16:41,292 and do not compromise. 241 00:16:46,047 --> 00:16:47,757 I shall fight with all that I have. 242 00:16:51,886 --> 00:16:53,095 Just as you do. 243 00:16:57,183 --> 00:16:59,352 I have a great deal that you do not… 244 00:17:00,770 --> 00:17:02,521 and if you ask for it, 245 00:17:03,898 --> 00:17:05,608 I fully intend to provide it. 246 00:17:47,775 --> 00:17:49,235 [heart beating] 247 00:17:50,570 --> 00:17:53,239 I thought you said the palace was the safest. 248 00:17:57,285 --> 00:18:00,121 Is there any place safe for you? 249 00:18:15,886 --> 00:18:18,347 [secretary] The Council Hall was practically empty at the time. 250 00:18:18,431 --> 00:18:20,641 For an explosion that big, casualties are minimal. 251 00:18:21,392 --> 00:18:24,061 We will make a joint statement with the Royal Secretariat-- 252 00:18:24,145 --> 00:18:25,438 No need. 253 00:18:26,897 --> 00:18:27,898 Just leave it for now. 254 00:18:28,566 --> 00:18:29,734 Pardon? 255 00:18:30,901 --> 00:18:32,695 Let's leave it until the Grand Prince… 256 00:18:34,196 --> 00:18:35,364 wakes up. 257 00:18:38,951 --> 00:18:42,538 Last night, a major fire broke out at Gyeongbokgung Palace. 258 00:18:42,622 --> 00:18:47,668 Witnesses at Gwanghwamun Square reported hearing a loud explosion. 259 00:18:47,752 --> 00:18:50,212 With no official statement from the palace yet, 260 00:18:50,296 --> 00:18:53,257 there are growing concerns over the safety of the royal family. 261 00:18:53,341 --> 00:18:55,343 I want the past month's CCTV footage 262 00:18:55,426 --> 00:18:57,720 of the Council Hall interior, entrance, and corridors. 263 00:18:57,803 --> 00:18:59,096 Have it copied and sent over. 264 00:18:59,180 --> 00:19:00,806 Is three days enough to review? 265 00:19:01,599 --> 00:19:02,975 [sighs] 266 00:19:03,059 --> 00:19:05,811 With Court Lady Choi, Aide Choi, 267 00:19:05,895 --> 00:19:08,522 and Castle Beauty's Exec Ops on board, 268 00:19:08,606 --> 00:19:10,066 we'll make it happen. 269 00:19:10,149 --> 00:19:13,653 I want to question every attendant, Royal Guard, and official 270 00:19:14,236 --> 00:19:16,989 in the vicinity of the Council Hall at the time of the incident. 271 00:19:17,073 --> 00:19:20,159 [sucks teeth] Uh, that would fall under the Inner Court's jurisdiction. 272 00:19:20,242 --> 00:19:21,285 Mmm… [smacks lips] 273 00:19:21,369 --> 00:19:23,829 I'll ask for cooperation from the Queen Mother's Quarters. 274 00:19:25,748 --> 00:19:26,749 No need. 275 00:19:27,917 --> 00:19:30,086 I'll just ask her myself. 276 00:19:32,463 --> 00:19:33,589 [sighs] 277 00:19:37,885 --> 00:19:39,804 Is I-AN all right? 278 00:19:42,640 --> 00:19:45,017 I wanted to visit him at Anhwadang Hall, but… 279 00:19:45,101 --> 00:19:46,519 Worried that he might actually… 280 00:19:48,145 --> 00:19:49,313 pull through? 281 00:19:52,650 --> 00:19:55,069 It happened as he was about to accept the abdication. 282 00:19:55,986 --> 00:19:57,655 And Your Majesty was the only one 283 00:19:58,280 --> 00:19:59,740 who was against it. 284 00:20:00,533 --> 00:20:01,534 [sighs] 285 00:20:01,617 --> 00:20:03,202 Grand Princess, I… 286 00:20:03,285 --> 00:20:05,204 If you don't want to be a suspect, 287 00:20:05,788 --> 00:20:07,206 grant me unfettered access 288 00:20:08,332 --> 00:20:10,501 to the palace attendants' shift records. 289 00:20:10,584 --> 00:20:12,253 [♪ tense music playing] 290 00:20:16,173 --> 00:20:18,300 His Royal Highness will pull through. 291 00:20:22,179 --> 00:20:23,180 That's the only way… 292 00:20:32,356 --> 00:20:34,692 you make it out of this unscathed. 293 00:20:39,947 --> 00:20:40,948 Oh… 294 00:20:42,408 --> 00:20:44,744 I'm afraid I don't accept drinks so freely anymore. 295 00:20:57,298 --> 00:20:58,299 And the investigation? 296 00:20:58,799 --> 00:20:59,842 When will it begin? 297 00:20:59,925 --> 00:21:02,094 The Royal Protection Branch will start it first, 298 00:21:02,178 --> 00:21:04,263 and the police will join later. 299 00:21:04,346 --> 00:21:05,389 It will not be public. 300 00:21:06,557 --> 00:21:07,558 Why not public? 301 00:21:08,851 --> 00:21:10,478 It came from the prime minister. 302 00:21:10,561 --> 00:21:14,023 With the poisoning case still open, he wanted to keep things from escalating. 303 00:21:14,106 --> 00:21:15,691 He should be at Anhwadang Hall now. 304 00:21:17,193 --> 00:21:18,277 Who? 305 00:21:18,986 --> 00:21:21,113 -Prime Minister Min? -Yes. 306 00:21:23,032 --> 00:21:24,074 [gasps] 307 00:21:29,371 --> 00:21:31,207 [pants] 308 00:21:33,209 --> 00:21:34,210 Did you run over here? 309 00:21:39,131 --> 00:21:40,966 He should've been awake by now, 310 00:21:41,050 --> 00:21:42,551 but I hadn't heard anything yet. 311 00:21:44,512 --> 00:21:45,721 Right. 312 00:21:45,805 --> 00:21:49,225 The royal physician said he's in a near-comatose state due to stress. 313 00:21:49,308 --> 00:21:52,520 It's a sign his body is recovering, so he should be waking up soon. 314 00:21:53,938 --> 00:21:54,939 When is "soon"? 315 00:21:56,273 --> 00:21:57,525 Well, that is… 316 00:21:57,608 --> 00:22:00,069 Apparently, there's no way of knowing. 317 00:22:02,279 --> 00:22:03,489 Let's give it some time. 318 00:22:13,040 --> 00:22:14,583 You didn't need to see me out. 319 00:22:16,627 --> 00:22:17,628 Sorry. 320 00:22:20,840 --> 00:22:22,800 Maybe it's everything that's been going on. 321 00:22:23,926 --> 00:22:25,344 I'm a little on edge. 322 00:22:30,140 --> 00:22:32,726 By the way, don't you go to the cathedral anymore? 323 00:22:34,019 --> 00:22:35,020 What? 324 00:22:35,938 --> 00:22:37,356 You're not wearing your rosary. 325 00:22:39,650 --> 00:22:41,235 [Jeongwoo] Ah… 326 00:22:41,318 --> 00:22:42,945 It gets in the way when I work. 327 00:22:43,445 --> 00:22:44,822 Right. 328 00:22:45,906 --> 00:22:46,907 [chuckles] 329 00:22:48,617 --> 00:22:49,910 Get back safely. 330 00:22:50,870 --> 00:22:52,246 Thanks. [chuckles] 331 00:23:00,462 --> 00:23:01,463 [car door closes] 332 00:23:19,273 --> 00:23:20,274 [Dayeong] What's wrong? 333 00:23:20,357 --> 00:23:22,610 Huiju hasn't texted back yet? 334 00:23:23,235 --> 00:23:24,236 No. 335 00:23:24,778 --> 00:23:26,655 Let's eat. [sighs] 336 00:23:27,489 --> 00:23:28,574 What should we get? 337 00:23:29,867 --> 00:23:30,868 This place is known for… 338 00:23:30,951 --> 00:23:32,620 -[patron] At the palace? -Yeah. 339 00:23:33,120 --> 00:23:34,663 Someone definitely died there. 340 00:23:35,539 --> 00:23:38,834 Why else would they refuse to make an official statement? 341 00:23:38,918 --> 00:23:39,919 [patron] No way. 342 00:23:40,002 --> 00:23:41,754 I did hear the explosion was really loud. 343 00:23:41,837 --> 00:23:43,756 I read this rumor post… 344 00:23:44,590 --> 00:23:46,050 It said Grand Prince I-AN… 345 00:23:47,593 --> 00:23:48,844 is dead. 346 00:23:48,928 --> 00:23:50,137 -Oh, this… -[phone clatters] 347 00:23:50,220 --> 00:23:51,347 [grunts] 348 00:23:52,097 --> 00:23:55,476 -Babe, you need to call Huiju now. -Okay. 349 00:23:56,352 --> 00:23:57,436 -[sighs] -[line ringing] 350 00:24:01,607 --> 00:24:02,942 [sighs] 351 00:24:03,817 --> 00:24:05,027 -[automated voice message] -[grunts] 352 00:24:05,110 --> 00:24:07,363 Would it kill her to pick up on the first try? 353 00:24:07,446 --> 00:24:09,657 -She's not picking up? Let me try. -Okay. 354 00:24:10,157 --> 00:24:13,494 INCOMING CALL GREMLIN 355 00:24:13,577 --> 00:24:15,120 [phone buzzing] 356 00:24:26,507 --> 00:24:27,508 Sir. 357 00:24:28,759 --> 00:24:30,344 I'm a little tired today. 358 00:24:30,427 --> 00:24:31,720 Can we save it for tomorrow? 359 00:24:33,138 --> 00:24:35,933 The Royal Secretariat wants to release a statement. 360 00:24:37,101 --> 00:24:38,102 [sighs] 361 00:24:40,896 --> 00:24:42,147 The reason being? 362 00:24:42,231 --> 00:24:45,109 There's a rumor circulating that the Grand Prince has passed away. 363 00:24:45,192 --> 00:24:48,445 The string of canceled public appearances has also raised concerns. 364 00:24:48,529 --> 00:24:51,240 There's even talk the Grand Princess is in a critical state. 365 00:24:51,323 --> 00:24:52,783 Hmm… [sighs] 366 00:24:52,866 --> 00:24:53,867 That should be 367 00:24:54,785 --> 00:24:55,786 more than enough. 368 00:25:06,380 --> 00:25:08,215 What on earth are you talking about? 369 00:25:09,508 --> 00:25:10,676 What do you mean, regency? 370 00:25:10,759 --> 00:25:13,220 Public concern is growing over the welfare of the Crown. 371 00:25:14,304 --> 00:25:16,849 However, His Majesty is unable to carry out state affairs. 372 00:25:16,932 --> 00:25:19,018 Since the Grand Prince remains unconscious, 373 00:25:19,101 --> 00:25:22,688 it would only be fitting for Your Majesty to step forward. 374 00:25:22,771 --> 00:25:24,773 The Grand Prince will wake up soon. 375 00:25:25,315 --> 00:25:27,026 -The Grand Princess said-- -That is why 376 00:25:27,109 --> 00:25:29,028 I have come here in such a hurry. 377 00:25:33,490 --> 00:25:36,285 Ending the Grand Prince's regency was no simple matter. 378 00:25:37,327 --> 00:25:39,413 Likewise, once Your Majesty takes up the regency, 379 00:25:39,496 --> 00:25:41,123 it will not be easily undone. 380 00:25:41,206 --> 00:25:42,791 Even if the Grand Prince wakes up. 381 00:25:42,875 --> 00:25:44,877 That would be a rash decision. 382 00:25:45,836 --> 00:25:47,504 -There is still time-- -Your Majesty. 383 00:25:48,255 --> 00:25:50,507 [♪ dramatic music plays] 384 00:25:51,467 --> 00:25:53,218 If the notion bothers you so… 385 00:25:53,844 --> 00:25:57,473 "Fulfill your duties to the Crown as a representative of the people." 386 00:25:59,391 --> 00:26:00,934 I can make it an official order. 387 00:26:07,524 --> 00:26:08,567 So what will it be? 388 00:26:18,035 --> 00:26:19,328 [Im] Your Majesty. 389 00:26:19,870 --> 00:26:21,663 Grand Prince I-AN has arrived. 390 00:26:37,638 --> 00:26:38,889 I-AN… 391 00:26:43,310 --> 00:26:46,355 Please forgive me for causing you concern, Your Majesty. 392 00:26:52,111 --> 00:26:53,112 Did I… 393 00:26:55,823 --> 00:26:56,990 cause you much distress? 394 00:27:08,585 --> 00:27:11,380 SAJEONGJEON HALL WEST ENTRANCE ACCESS LOG 395 00:27:12,881 --> 00:27:15,968 [sighs] I expected there would be a lot, 396 00:27:16,051 --> 00:27:17,177 but this is unreal. 397 00:27:17,261 --> 00:27:18,679 Even if it's extensive, 398 00:27:19,429 --> 00:27:23,308 attendants follow a strict routine, so any irregularities will stand out. 399 00:27:24,518 --> 00:27:26,645 Plus, only a few have access to the Council Hall. 400 00:27:26,728 --> 00:27:27,729 Right. 401 00:27:28,480 --> 00:27:29,481 Your Royal Highness! 402 00:27:29,565 --> 00:27:31,984 [pants] 403 00:27:32,067 --> 00:27:34,278 -The Grand Prince is awake! -[exclaims] 404 00:27:35,070 --> 00:27:36,154 Your Royal Highness! 405 00:27:46,248 --> 00:27:47,332 [gasps] 406 00:27:48,750 --> 00:27:50,043 [sighs] 407 00:27:58,719 --> 00:28:01,096 [♪ "Parallel" playing] 408 00:28:37,049 --> 00:28:38,383 You shouldn't have been there. 409 00:28:40,177 --> 00:28:42,387 -If something happened to you… -[cries] 410 00:28:47,851 --> 00:28:49,561 How could I possibly stay out… 411 00:28:51,647 --> 00:28:54,608 [sniffles] …when I knew you were in there? 412 00:28:54,691 --> 00:28:56,526 [crying] 413 00:28:58,070 --> 00:28:59,154 [chuckles] 414 00:29:04,034 --> 00:29:05,035 I'm sorry. 415 00:29:07,079 --> 00:29:08,121 Forgive me. 416 00:29:08,956 --> 00:29:10,958 [sobbing] 417 00:29:46,576 --> 00:29:47,953 [sighs] 418 00:29:51,039 --> 00:29:52,249 [sighs] 419 00:29:54,584 --> 00:29:56,294 [Jeongwoo] When did you wake up? 420 00:29:57,087 --> 00:29:58,088 Just now. 421 00:29:59,172 --> 00:30:00,841 Have you seen the royal physician? 422 00:30:03,385 --> 00:30:04,928 It was just a long nap. 423 00:30:05,012 --> 00:30:06,013 He says I'm fine. 424 00:30:10,559 --> 00:30:12,853 -[sighs] -I'll resume my public duties at once. 425 00:30:12,936 --> 00:30:13,937 Don't worry. 426 00:30:14,021 --> 00:30:16,857 First, we should let you fully recover. 427 00:30:16,940 --> 00:30:17,941 Prime Minister Min. 428 00:30:19,317 --> 00:30:22,112 I hear rumors of my passing are spreading outside these walls. 429 00:30:26,867 --> 00:30:28,118 Now is the perfect time 430 00:30:29,286 --> 00:30:30,537 to turn public opinion. 431 00:30:59,107 --> 00:31:01,109 Since the Grand Prince has regained consciousness, 432 00:31:02,611 --> 00:31:04,362 it's time we tied up some loose ends. 433 00:31:09,659 --> 00:31:12,370 LORD INPYEONG 434 00:31:16,792 --> 00:31:19,461 [sighs] 435 00:31:31,098 --> 00:31:33,767 [breathes shakily] 436 00:31:35,102 --> 00:31:38,355 [sighs, pants] 437 00:31:51,326 --> 00:31:53,328 Are you sure you're okay now? 438 00:31:53,912 --> 00:31:55,580 I told you I'm fine. 439 00:31:56,748 --> 00:31:59,042 Shall I call for the royal physician again? 440 00:32:00,127 --> 00:32:02,337 -[chuckles] -[chuckles] 441 00:32:06,091 --> 00:32:07,092 So… 442 00:32:08,176 --> 00:32:10,804 why did you go see the Queen Mother as soon as you woke up? 443 00:32:11,680 --> 00:32:13,265 To see Prime Minister Min. 444 00:32:14,724 --> 00:32:15,851 Jeongwoo? 445 00:32:15,934 --> 00:32:18,061 With my waking being uncertain, 446 00:32:18,770 --> 00:32:21,857 he would have to find someone to take my place. 447 00:32:22,566 --> 00:32:23,608 "Take your place"? 448 00:32:27,612 --> 00:32:30,782 Are you saying he asked the Queen Mother to act as regent? 449 00:32:33,702 --> 00:32:34,828 So did you go there 450 00:32:35,412 --> 00:32:37,539 to show them you're alive and well? 451 00:32:38,665 --> 00:32:41,001 -Yeah. -[sighs] 452 00:32:44,129 --> 00:32:45,130 Listen. 453 00:32:46,590 --> 00:32:47,716 How much 454 00:32:49,384 --> 00:32:50,594 do you trust Jeongwoo? 455 00:32:50,677 --> 00:32:51,970 That's random. 456 00:32:53,096 --> 00:32:54,848 I mean, you two are friends, 457 00:32:55,640 --> 00:32:58,018 but it's so impersonal between you two sometimes. 458 00:32:58,685 --> 00:33:00,437 Like that time with the contract. 459 00:33:01,563 --> 00:33:02,731 [sighs] 460 00:33:04,191 --> 00:33:05,775 There are times I want to punch him. 461 00:33:06,651 --> 00:33:08,195 -What? -But… 462 00:33:10,030 --> 00:33:11,615 I've always trusted him. 463 00:33:14,242 --> 00:33:15,285 Why? 464 00:33:15,368 --> 00:33:17,537 Because I know 465 00:33:18,246 --> 00:33:21,791 just as I'm bound by the Crown, he's bound by the Cabinet. 466 00:33:23,752 --> 00:33:25,170 [sighs] 467 00:33:29,716 --> 00:33:30,717 Why do you ask? 468 00:33:30,800 --> 00:33:34,221 Weren't you the one who said it was only common sense to trust him? 469 00:33:36,389 --> 00:33:37,390 [chuckles] 470 00:33:38,350 --> 00:33:39,559 [chuckles] 471 00:33:39,643 --> 00:33:40,852 Come here. 472 00:33:46,483 --> 00:33:47,484 [sighs] 473 00:34:00,872 --> 00:34:02,040 There he is! 474 00:34:02,123 --> 00:34:04,751 [reporter] The arsonist responsible for the fire at Gyeongbokgung Palace 475 00:34:04,834 --> 00:34:06,044 turned himself in last night. 476 00:34:06,127 --> 00:34:07,754 During questioning, the suspect, Shin, 477 00:34:07,837 --> 00:34:09,923 was identified as a member of the Royal Guard. 478 00:34:10,006 --> 00:34:11,800 An assassination suspect emerging 479 00:34:11,883 --> 00:34:13,760 from the very force sworn to protect the Crown 480 00:34:13,843 --> 00:34:15,178 is sending shock waves nationwide. 481 00:34:15,262 --> 00:34:16,638 [protestor] Remove him! 482 00:34:16,721 --> 00:34:17,847 [reporter] He was also confirmed 483 00:34:17,931 --> 00:34:20,475 to have protested for the Grand Prince to step down. 484 00:34:22,185 --> 00:34:23,186 How amusing. 485 00:34:24,312 --> 00:34:25,814 It's as if they timed it to my waking. 486 00:34:28,191 --> 00:34:31,236 [Jung] Your Majesty, Grand Prince I-AN has arrived. 487 00:34:31,319 --> 00:34:32,487 Show him in. 488 00:34:36,574 --> 00:34:37,909 Uncle! 489 00:34:39,786 --> 00:34:41,121 [chuckles] 490 00:34:41,204 --> 00:34:42,205 Your Majesty. 491 00:34:43,164 --> 00:34:44,541 Are you well? 492 00:34:44,624 --> 00:34:46,751 Yes, that is why I am here. 493 00:34:49,629 --> 00:34:51,840 The fire at the Council Hall… 494 00:34:52,674 --> 00:34:55,927 [breathes shakily, sobbing] 495 00:35:05,186 --> 00:35:09,232 I thought you would end up like Father… 496 00:35:09,316 --> 00:35:11,151 [sighs] 497 00:35:11,860 --> 00:35:13,528 [I-AN] Do not think such thoughts. 498 00:35:14,988 --> 00:35:16,031 I will 499 00:35:16,531 --> 00:35:18,116 always be by Your Majesty's side. 500 00:35:32,297 --> 00:35:36,217 I heard the Grand Prince and Princess are to resume their public duties. 501 00:35:36,801 --> 00:35:38,928 This is their chance. 502 00:35:39,012 --> 00:35:40,513 They will not let it go to waste. 503 00:35:40,597 --> 00:35:43,058 Compassion and pity are but fleeting. 504 00:35:45,226 --> 00:35:47,103 You must stop them from resuming 505 00:35:47,187 --> 00:35:49,064 until that fleeting moment passes. 506 00:35:49,147 --> 00:35:51,441 What makes you think they will listen to me? 507 00:35:51,941 --> 00:35:52,942 Your Majesty! 508 00:35:55,737 --> 00:35:56,863 [sighs] 509 00:35:58,406 --> 00:36:01,284 The Grand Prince nearly lost his life in a gas explosion. 510 00:36:02,452 --> 00:36:03,995 Use his welfare as grounds 511 00:36:04,079 --> 00:36:06,164 to keep them from resuming their duties. 512 00:36:12,504 --> 00:36:13,588 Father. 513 00:36:18,885 --> 00:36:21,471 How did you know the fire was caused 514 00:36:23,139 --> 00:36:24,724 by a gas explosion? 515 00:36:30,313 --> 00:36:32,357 What exactly are you getting at? 516 00:36:32,440 --> 00:36:34,901 That fact was withheld from the public. 517 00:36:38,071 --> 00:36:39,823 So how do you know about that? 518 00:37:00,427 --> 00:37:02,429 [breathing shakily] 519 00:37:18,236 --> 00:37:19,821 [sobbing] 520 00:37:23,825 --> 00:37:24,826 [Im] Your Majesty. 521 00:37:25,452 --> 00:37:26,745 What is the matter? 522 00:37:28,121 --> 00:37:30,540 Your Majesty, you must steady yourself. 523 00:37:38,089 --> 00:37:40,216 It appears I will not be able to protect you. 524 00:37:45,054 --> 00:37:46,055 Your Majesty… 525 00:37:48,600 --> 00:37:49,976 However, I shall see to it… 526 00:37:52,937 --> 00:37:54,439 that your family is kept safe. 527 00:37:55,106 --> 00:37:56,649 [gasps] 528 00:37:57,484 --> 00:37:59,319 Your grace is boundless, Your Majesty. 529 00:38:08,203 --> 00:38:11,873 [breathes deeply] 530 00:38:11,956 --> 00:38:12,957 [Huiju] Seriously? 531 00:38:13,541 --> 00:38:16,461 How could one measly royal guard blow up the Council Hall by himself? 532 00:38:16,544 --> 00:38:17,796 My thoughts exactly. 533 00:38:18,296 --> 00:38:21,591 The Royal Protection Branch is looking for accomplices and co-conspirators-- 534 00:38:21,674 --> 00:38:23,885 -I need to leave the palace. -Leave the palace? 535 00:38:26,638 --> 00:38:27,639 [sighs] 536 00:38:31,226 --> 00:38:33,520 [court staff] Your Royal Highness, the Queen Mother has arrived. 537 00:38:38,858 --> 00:38:39,859 Show her in. 538 00:38:45,073 --> 00:38:47,033 [♪ ominous music plays] 539 00:38:50,870 --> 00:38:51,871 You may leave. 540 00:39:05,969 --> 00:39:07,011 What brings you here? 541 00:39:08,763 --> 00:39:09,931 Your Majesty. 542 00:39:11,224 --> 00:39:12,225 Please stand up. 543 00:39:12,308 --> 00:39:13,309 I have come… 544 00:39:14,727 --> 00:39:16,354 to report a grave offense. 545 00:39:26,573 --> 00:39:27,615 My father… 546 00:39:29,951 --> 00:39:31,953 is trying to kill you. 547 00:39:39,002 --> 00:39:41,588 This is the evidence from the incident on your wedding day. 548 00:39:51,806 --> 00:39:53,683 PERSONAL DETAILS: LEE AREUM 549 00:39:53,766 --> 00:39:56,519 I also have the girl who used to work at your private residence. 550 00:39:57,186 --> 00:39:58,563 She has sworn to testify. 551 00:40:03,192 --> 00:40:05,069 What is your intent in reporting this? 552 00:40:06,988 --> 00:40:08,364 The recent fire… 553 00:40:12,327 --> 00:40:14,162 It was likely my father's doing. 554 00:40:16,456 --> 00:40:17,582 So? 555 00:40:18,666 --> 00:40:20,001 Are you here to beg 556 00:40:21,044 --> 00:40:22,086 for his forgiveness? 557 00:40:22,170 --> 00:40:23,796 I am asking you to exact punishment. 558 00:40:26,466 --> 00:40:27,759 Punish me… 559 00:40:31,512 --> 00:40:32,639 and my father. 560 00:40:44,609 --> 00:40:45,693 [scoffs] 561 00:40:48,321 --> 00:40:49,989 Did you believe me incapable of it? 562 00:40:51,157 --> 00:40:52,575 And should I choose to do so… 563 00:40:54,744 --> 00:40:56,371 are you sure you can handle it? 564 00:40:57,246 --> 00:40:58,957 [♪ dramatic music playing] 565 00:41:06,714 --> 00:41:07,966 I shall try. 566 00:41:11,219 --> 00:41:12,387 [gunshot] 567 00:41:22,313 --> 00:41:23,481 [sighs] 568 00:41:25,149 --> 00:41:26,609 It's almost hunting season. 569 00:41:27,735 --> 00:41:30,446 Right, since harvest season is just around the corner. 570 00:41:30,530 --> 00:41:33,992 Tell them I will be declaring hunting season this year. 571 00:41:35,368 --> 00:41:36,494 And not the royal family? 572 00:41:38,955 --> 00:41:40,748 The Grand Prince needs time to recover, 573 00:41:42,041 --> 00:41:44,419 and the Queen Mother does not appreciate hunting. 574 00:41:46,337 --> 00:41:47,922 [Huiju] Then I'll do it. 575 00:41:50,842 --> 00:41:51,843 I guess I can do it. 576 00:42:01,644 --> 00:42:03,563 Is it because I am accepting the royal edict? 577 00:42:05,815 --> 00:42:06,816 Why? 578 00:42:10,486 --> 00:42:11,821 Why do you fear me now? 579 00:42:17,785 --> 00:42:19,579 It is not that I fear you. 580 00:42:26,127 --> 00:42:27,128 I have… 581 00:42:31,257 --> 00:42:33,301 a duty to protect the Crown. 582 00:42:36,054 --> 00:42:37,764 Thus, I am protecting you. 583 00:42:38,765 --> 00:42:41,225 I am ensuring that neither my father nor my own greed 584 00:42:42,351 --> 00:42:44,520 ever harm you or the Crown again. 585 00:42:47,440 --> 00:42:48,566 [crying] So please… 586 00:42:53,613 --> 00:42:54,781 [breathes shakily] 587 00:42:57,825 --> 00:42:58,868 Just spare… 588 00:43:01,120 --> 00:43:02,288 His Majesty. 589 00:43:14,967 --> 00:43:16,469 As great as the honor once was… 590 00:43:18,763 --> 00:43:20,306 so too shall your disgrace be. 591 00:43:22,767 --> 00:43:24,393 In both the royal family and history, 592 00:43:25,770 --> 00:43:27,396 you will forever remain a sinner. 593 00:43:32,568 --> 00:43:34,403 If that is the price to spare His Majesty… 594 00:43:40,326 --> 00:43:41,452 would you accept? 595 00:43:48,126 --> 00:43:49,335 It is more than enough. 596 00:44:11,065 --> 00:44:12,859 [Huiju sighs] But… 597 00:44:13,651 --> 00:44:15,778 "hunting season" in the 21st century? 598 00:44:16,821 --> 00:44:18,030 What about animal rights? 599 00:44:20,700 --> 00:44:22,118 Think of it as a necessary evil. 600 00:44:24,287 --> 00:44:25,872 When harmful entities multiply… 601 00:44:28,791 --> 00:44:30,334 we can't protect what matters. 602 00:44:32,503 --> 00:44:33,796 And who determines that? 603 00:44:36,215 --> 00:44:37,383 The Crown? 604 00:44:41,012 --> 00:44:42,180 [sighs] 605 00:44:42,263 --> 00:44:43,264 The nation. 606 00:44:47,310 --> 00:44:48,311 I see. 607 00:44:54,734 --> 00:44:55,735 [sighs] 608 00:45:01,449 --> 00:45:03,201 So, you decide. 609 00:45:05,494 --> 00:45:07,413 [♪ tense music playing] 610 00:45:30,228 --> 00:45:31,395 I saw you caught the guy. 611 00:45:32,605 --> 00:45:34,315 Was he a harmful entity too? 612 00:45:56,254 --> 00:45:58,089 [phone buzzing] 613 00:46:04,387 --> 00:46:06,681 Hey. I'm on my way back. 614 00:46:08,557 --> 00:46:09,558 You're where? 615 00:46:15,523 --> 00:46:16,691 [Hyejeong sighs] 616 00:46:19,110 --> 00:46:20,736 He's a little drunk. 617 00:46:21,612 --> 00:46:22,655 He's drunk? 618 00:46:22,738 --> 00:46:26,575 Gosh. He can't even hold his liquor… [scoffs, smacks lips] 619 00:46:30,538 --> 00:46:33,332 -Boy, I'm tired. Who wants coffee? -[sighs] 620 00:46:33,416 --> 00:46:34,417 Me. 621 00:46:36,794 --> 00:46:37,962 [cat meows] 622 00:46:53,728 --> 00:46:54,895 [Huiju] Your Royal Highness. 623 00:46:55,980 --> 00:46:58,149 My dear wife. [chuckles] 624 00:47:03,612 --> 00:47:06,449 [sighs] This is great. I was feeling cooped up anyway. 625 00:47:06,949 --> 00:47:08,909 [sighs] You were? 626 00:47:08,993 --> 00:47:09,994 Yeah. 627 00:47:10,536 --> 00:47:12,371 The palace is so much bigger, 628 00:47:13,122 --> 00:47:14,290 but far more stifling. 629 00:47:16,292 --> 00:47:18,127 Agreed. [sighs] 630 00:47:28,471 --> 00:47:30,222 The Queen Mother came to see me earlier. 631 00:47:37,813 --> 00:47:39,315 She told me Lord INPYEONG… 632 00:47:45,654 --> 00:47:47,073 was behind the wedding incident. 633 00:47:57,833 --> 00:48:00,044 Seeing her beg so desperately to spare His Majesty… 634 00:48:07,009 --> 00:48:08,469 I no longer know what I am to do. 635 00:48:33,244 --> 00:48:34,954 You have such a gentle heart. 636 00:48:36,831 --> 00:48:37,998 It breaks my heart. 637 00:48:48,384 --> 00:48:49,718 [sighs] 638 00:48:54,390 --> 00:48:55,850 THE THIRTY-THIRD KING 639 00:48:57,226 --> 00:48:59,937 It will reach him this time, won't it? 640 00:49:01,772 --> 00:49:03,065 I believe so. 641 00:49:06,444 --> 00:49:07,736 I shall entrust it to you. 642 00:49:09,196 --> 00:49:11,031 Rest assured, Your Majesty. 643 00:49:18,664 --> 00:49:19,665 [door opens] 644 00:49:28,424 --> 00:49:29,758 I heard you asked for me. 645 00:49:34,221 --> 00:49:36,223 I wanted to commend you for your swift arrest 646 00:49:37,183 --> 00:49:38,851 of the arsonist. 647 00:49:39,351 --> 00:49:40,644 [chuckles] 648 00:49:41,854 --> 00:49:43,230 The police deserve the credit. 649 00:49:44,565 --> 00:49:47,526 [smacks lips] I am well aware that nothing in this realm 650 00:49:48,235 --> 00:49:49,236 is beyond your reach. 651 00:49:52,865 --> 00:49:53,866 However, 652 00:49:55,743 --> 00:49:57,495 are you still far from concluding 653 00:50:00,706 --> 00:50:01,832 the poisoning case? 654 00:50:06,545 --> 00:50:08,214 Hmm… [sighs] 655 00:50:15,888 --> 00:50:17,097 It won't be long now. 656 00:50:17,181 --> 00:50:19,099 [♪ tense music plays] 657 00:50:21,810 --> 00:50:23,229 [sighs] 658 00:50:27,066 --> 00:50:28,234 [sighs] 659 00:50:29,193 --> 00:50:30,736 Lord INPYEONG of the Yun Family. 660 00:50:34,156 --> 00:50:35,407 He is the culprit. 661 00:50:36,325 --> 00:50:37,326 In terms of punishment, 662 00:50:38,327 --> 00:50:39,453 I'm still deliberating. 663 00:50:43,499 --> 00:50:44,792 [Yun] About Prime Minister Min… 664 00:50:49,004 --> 00:50:50,130 Be wary of him. 665 00:50:53,509 --> 00:50:54,552 What does that mean? 666 00:50:55,052 --> 00:50:58,556 He was the first to discover my father's crimes. 667 00:51:02,643 --> 00:51:04,770 -That is not possible. -He knew everything, 668 00:51:05,312 --> 00:51:07,314 but chose to keep it from you. 669 00:51:07,398 --> 00:51:09,108 He would have no reason to do that. 670 00:51:10,818 --> 00:51:12,653 Do you truly believe that? 671 00:51:14,655 --> 00:51:15,823 [Huiju] How much 672 00:51:16,824 --> 00:51:18,033 do you trust Jeongwoo? 673 00:51:21,579 --> 00:51:24,790 [sighs] Those driven by desperate desire… 674 00:51:29,086 --> 00:51:31,380 often resort to unseemly choices. 675 00:51:45,060 --> 00:51:46,604 What is there to consider? 676 00:51:48,314 --> 00:51:50,566 As someone who is concerned for the Crown's welfare, 677 00:51:50,649 --> 00:51:51,942 I have much to consider. 678 00:51:52,610 --> 00:51:54,320 He tried to kill me. 679 00:51:54,403 --> 00:51:56,071 He's also the Queen Mother's father. 680 00:51:56,155 --> 00:51:58,574 -Prime Minister Min. -And His Majesty's grandfather. 681 00:51:58,657 --> 00:52:00,409 -Min Jeongwoo. -Please! 682 00:52:03,704 --> 00:52:05,539 [breathes heavily] 683 00:52:10,836 --> 00:52:12,671 Stop acting like a child. 684 00:52:18,761 --> 00:52:19,762 [sighs] 685 00:52:22,765 --> 00:52:24,350 Lord INPYEONG will… [sighs] 686 00:52:25,351 --> 00:52:26,935 …never set foot in this realm again. 687 00:52:27,019 --> 00:52:28,020 He will… 688 00:52:31,690 --> 00:52:33,317 carry out his sentence in this realm. 689 00:52:35,152 --> 00:52:37,029 Do you wish to see the Crown crumble? 690 00:52:37,112 --> 00:52:39,031 Is there any reason why it should not? 691 00:52:43,619 --> 00:52:44,620 [scoffs] 692 00:52:47,873 --> 00:52:48,874 The Crown… 693 00:52:51,543 --> 00:52:52,795 cannot last forever. 694 00:52:57,549 --> 00:52:58,842 Once I ascend the throne, 695 00:53:00,511 --> 00:53:02,012 I will abolish the monarchy. 696 00:53:11,021 --> 00:53:12,022 [scoffs] 697 00:53:21,365 --> 00:53:23,617 You've attained everything you ever wanted. 698 00:53:25,786 --> 00:53:27,663 And now you seek freedom as well? 699 00:53:32,501 --> 00:53:33,502 This freedom… 700 00:53:35,295 --> 00:53:36,296 won't be mine alone. 701 00:54:16,378 --> 00:54:17,379 Are you okay? 702 00:54:22,009 --> 00:54:23,594 Lord INPYEONG will be arrested soon. 703 00:54:27,139 --> 00:54:28,140 Did Jeongwoo 704 00:54:29,099 --> 00:54:30,142 agree to it? 705 00:54:31,226 --> 00:54:32,227 No. 706 00:54:33,979 --> 00:54:35,355 But he'll have no other choice. 707 00:54:36,356 --> 00:54:37,566 I told him I knew… 708 00:54:39,485 --> 00:54:41,028 and that I would not forgive him. 709 00:54:49,828 --> 00:54:51,246 [Huiju sighs] 710 00:54:54,124 --> 00:54:55,709 And what you wanted to confirm? 711 00:54:56,627 --> 00:54:57,628 Did you? 712 00:55:03,967 --> 00:55:04,968 No. 713 00:55:17,105 --> 00:55:18,941 [♪ ominous music playing] 714 00:55:43,215 --> 00:55:45,342 [news anchor] The first-ever compulsory investigation 715 00:55:45,425 --> 00:55:47,052 into a royal relative has been conducted. 716 00:55:47,135 --> 00:55:50,305 The Royal Protection Branch and police announced they have obtained evidence 717 00:55:50,389 --> 00:55:53,767 that proves Lord INPYEONG's involvement in Grand Princess Seong's poisoning. 718 00:55:53,850 --> 00:55:56,520 Authorities raided his home and a research facility affiliated 719 00:55:56,603 --> 00:55:57,938 with the Royal Seoul Hospital. 720 00:55:58,021 --> 00:55:59,523 ROYAL PROTECTION BRANCH 721 00:55:59,606 --> 00:56:01,108 -Look! -There she is! 722 00:56:01,191 --> 00:56:04,069 [news anchor] The joint investigation task force stated shipment records of a drug 723 00:56:04,152 --> 00:56:06,863 containing the same substance administered to the Grand Prince, 724 00:56:06,947 --> 00:56:10,617 as well as a testimony from a staff member at his private residence, proved decisive. 725 00:56:10,701 --> 00:56:13,996 With a royal relative suspected in an attempted murder of a royal, 726 00:56:14,079 --> 00:56:16,164 the fallout is expected to be significant. 727 00:56:20,711 --> 00:56:21,712 [sighs] 728 00:56:25,340 --> 00:56:26,466 [Im] Your Majesty. 729 00:56:27,342 --> 00:56:29,011 His Majesty has arrived. 730 00:56:35,517 --> 00:56:36,685 Mother. 731 00:56:45,277 --> 00:56:46,278 Your Majesty. 732 00:56:47,362 --> 00:56:48,363 Yes? 733 00:56:53,744 --> 00:56:55,454 You must remain strong. 734 00:56:55,537 --> 00:56:56,955 [♪ gentle music playing] 735 00:56:58,415 --> 00:56:59,583 If you ever feel scared, 736 00:57:00,751 --> 00:57:02,711 you should go to your uncle. 737 00:57:04,379 --> 00:57:05,756 Do you understand? 738 00:57:07,215 --> 00:57:09,468 Yes, Mother. 739 00:57:33,617 --> 00:57:34,910 [Lord INPYEONG] Your Royal Highness. 740 00:57:35,577 --> 00:57:37,329 This is a misunderstanding. 741 00:57:37,412 --> 00:57:39,206 Why would I ever… 742 00:57:39,289 --> 00:57:40,290 Shut… 743 00:57:43,293 --> 00:57:44,294 that mouth of yours. 744 00:57:47,422 --> 00:57:49,508 History will remember you as a criminal, 745 00:57:50,258 --> 00:57:51,259 and the Crown 746 00:57:52,761 --> 00:57:54,054 will forget you ever existed. 747 00:57:56,056 --> 00:57:59,267 I am His Majesty's grandfather and the Queen Mother's father. 748 00:57:59,935 --> 00:58:01,144 You cannot treat me like-- 749 00:58:01,228 --> 00:58:02,270 [I-AN] Did I not ask you… 750 00:58:04,564 --> 00:58:06,274 to shut that mouth of yours? 751 00:58:11,947 --> 00:58:13,699 The Queen Mother was the one 752 00:58:14,991 --> 00:58:16,326 who told me about your crimes. 753 00:58:19,955 --> 00:58:20,956 Thus… 754 00:58:23,083 --> 00:58:24,543 you should mind your conduct. 755 00:58:28,755 --> 00:58:30,340 The Queen Mother's welfare… 756 00:58:32,884 --> 00:58:34,803 will depend on how deeply… 757 00:58:38,181 --> 00:58:39,349 you repent. 758 00:59:00,579 --> 00:59:02,080 You did well, Your Royal Highness. 759 00:59:05,584 --> 00:59:06,835 [sighs] 760 00:59:06,918 --> 00:59:08,670 The abdication has been announced. 761 00:59:09,546 --> 00:59:12,048 Public sentiment is strong, and the foreign media is all over it, 762 00:59:12,132 --> 00:59:13,258 calling it long overdue. 763 00:59:13,842 --> 00:59:16,386 -Let's go to the palace. -Yes, Your Royal Highness. 764 00:59:16,470 --> 00:59:17,971 [cabinet member] Abolition? 765 00:59:18,054 --> 00:59:21,183 How dare anyone suggest to abolish the monarchy? 766 00:59:21,266 --> 00:59:25,645 Why do we spend all that tax money preserving the Crown? 767 00:59:25,729 --> 00:59:28,815 Because the investment generates enough added value to justify the cost. 768 00:59:28,899 --> 00:59:32,152 If the economic and diplomatic benefits of the Crown vanish, 769 00:59:32,235 --> 00:59:35,238 who exactly will be held accountable? 770 00:59:35,322 --> 00:59:37,908 The people will be up in arms about it. 771 00:59:37,991 --> 00:59:39,826 I'm sure such news will have them 772 00:59:39,910 --> 00:59:41,453 demanding a new king immediately. 773 00:59:41,536 --> 00:59:44,539 [chattering] 774 00:59:45,791 --> 00:59:47,626 That is exactly why… [sighs] 775 00:59:51,671 --> 00:59:53,340 …we must make him listen. 776 00:59:56,384 --> 00:59:57,511 [sighs] 777 01:00:17,906 --> 01:00:19,324 [sighs] 778 01:00:23,912 --> 01:00:24,955 [smacks lips] 779 01:00:26,164 --> 01:00:27,874 You must be busy with the coronation. [sighs] 780 01:00:28,959 --> 01:00:30,293 The Grand Prince told me. 781 01:00:38,468 --> 01:00:39,970 That you had been aware 782 01:00:42,013 --> 01:00:43,306 of what Lord INPYEONG did. 783 01:00:46,518 --> 01:00:48,103 [sighs] 784 01:00:50,021 --> 01:00:51,106 Then what about you? 785 01:00:52,148 --> 01:00:53,567 Did you know? 786 01:00:53,650 --> 01:00:55,777 That he's looking to abolish the monarchy. 787 01:01:00,031 --> 01:01:01,032 A king 788 01:01:02,117 --> 01:01:04,327 doesn't get to do whatever he wants. 789 01:01:05,036 --> 01:01:06,830 My job is to make sure he doesn't. 790 01:01:06,913 --> 01:01:08,331 What if it is a necessary evil? 791 01:01:08,415 --> 01:01:09,624 What? 792 01:01:09,708 --> 01:01:12,794 What if, in the 21st century, our Crown itself turns out to be 793 01:01:14,045 --> 01:01:15,171 the harmful entity? 794 01:01:17,424 --> 01:01:18,550 What then? 795 01:01:21,177 --> 01:01:22,596 [sighs] 796 01:01:25,849 --> 01:01:26,933 I already told you. 797 01:01:28,059 --> 01:01:30,228 That is for the nation to decide. 798 01:01:39,237 --> 01:01:40,238 It appears… 799 01:01:46,620 --> 01:01:48,121 we may end up as enemies. 800 01:01:59,549 --> 01:02:01,051 [drum beat] 801 01:02:07,140 --> 01:02:10,727 [eunuch] Announcing His Majesty! 802 01:02:16,983 --> 01:02:19,527 [♪ majestic music playing] 803 01:03:17,919 --> 01:03:20,463 [eunuch] We declare! 804 01:03:20,547 --> 01:03:22,340 -Long live the King! -Long live the King! 805 01:03:25,176 --> 01:03:27,721 -Long live the King! -Long live the King! 806 01:03:29,848 --> 01:03:32,434 -Long live the King! -Long live the King! 807 01:03:46,656 --> 01:03:48,450 [♪ pop music plays] 808 01:03:48,533 --> 01:03:51,453 PERFECT CROWN 809 01:04:28,615 --> 01:04:30,867 [eunuch] All rise for His Majesty the King! 810 01:04:30,950 --> 01:04:33,036 [royal family member] Your Majesty. Abolition of the monarchy? 811 01:04:33,119 --> 01:04:35,246 [reporter] Is it true there are talks of abolishing the monarchy? 812 01:04:35,330 --> 01:04:37,082 [Huiju] You're saying the Cabinet and Royal Relatives 813 01:04:37,165 --> 01:04:38,625 will oppose it, no question? 814 01:04:38,708 --> 01:04:42,128 [Hyeon] Most of the establishment is connected to the Crown. 815 01:04:42,212 --> 01:04:43,797 [Jeongwoo] Voice your objection there. 816 01:04:45,256 --> 01:04:46,549 Simply hint that… 817 01:04:46,633 --> 01:04:48,551 …is His Majesty's own pursuit. 818 01:04:48,635 --> 01:04:49,719 What summons? 819 01:04:49,803 --> 01:04:51,554 [Dayeong] It's a slush fund probe. 820 01:04:51,638 --> 01:04:55,183 And the Cabinet implored me to fulfill my duties as the King. 821 01:04:55,266 --> 01:04:57,227 [Jeongwoo] We were simply speaking on behalf of the public. 822 01:04:57,310 --> 01:04:59,479 Go and protect His Majesty. 823 01:04:59,562 --> 01:05:00,730 [Jeongwoo] It's your fault. 824 01:05:03,066 --> 01:05:05,068 Translated by Justin S. Kim. 825 01:05:16,371 --> 01:05:20,083 PERFECT CROWN