How is he?
I'm afraid it'll be difficult for him to survive.
Are you saying he won't make it?
You have to save him.
You have to save him no matter what.
I've done all I could.
Master.
You can't leave us like this.
Master...
You must be strong.
You must pull through this and give me strength.
You can't leave...
before you witness the realization of our grand enterprise.
Master...
Stop what you're doing.
There is no need to make his medicine.
What are you saying?
The doctor has given up on him.
How could a doctor say that?
You'll die at my hands if you can't save him!
Yon!
How could you do this?
We have to do everything we can.
If we give up now... Master will die.
Master!
Is there no chance for him to recover?
Yum Moon... I'll kill him now.
Ha-jin, summon the officers now.
Lieutenant, please calm down.
- Summon them now! - Yon!
They broke the promise and tried to kill the master.
We must go to Jinwol now and slit their throats.
I feel the same way,
but it's impossible in our situation.
We'll be wiped out completely if we act in haste.
We'll risk our lives to attack them.
Captain Jang.
Boss, summon the security officers.
All right.
Captain Jang, not you too. Please calm down!
I shall bring Master Yi's and Yum Moon's heads to the master.
You think that would be an easy task?
Half our men were wounded or killed in the last defeat.
Attacking them now will be like carrying fuel into a fire.
You must control your anger!
I can't do anything, even if I am carrying fuel into a fire.
If I should lose the master without doing anything,
I'll live with regret for the rest of my life.
If I can't bring Master Yi's and Yum Moon's heads before him,
I'd rather die fighting.
Boss, go around and attack them from the west.
All right.
- Yon, you go east. - Yes, sir.
Captain Jang, they have left the island. There is no trace of them.
They had to have left, since their headquarters was exposed.
Captain.
Who are they?
We caught them as they were leaving the island.
The base is empty.
They have all left.
Where did they go? Where did Yi Do-hyung and Yum Moon go?
I don't know. Please don't kill me.
You don't know? You think I'd believe that?
Tell me where Yum Moon went.
Please don't kill me. I really don't know.
We were only told to clean up here, and wait on Sanchung Island.
I really don't know
where the master and Head Chief Yum Moon went.
You must have bases on other islands as well.
Tell me on which bases Yi Do-hyung and Yum Moon reside.
I have heard there were other bases,
but I don't know where they are.
I really don't know. Please trust me.
Goong-bok, we have to kill them.
Spare them.
Goong-bok!
You won't satisfy your fury by killing them.
We should slay Yi Do-hyung and Yum Moon, not them.
What did you find out?
Jang Bogo and his men attacked Jinwol Island.
You may leave.
Just as we expected.
You must not stay in one place for long.
You must move from base to base.
Jang Bogo or the government troops could attack us at any given time.
All right.
What happened to Sul Pyong?
He's not dead yet. But he's gravely ill.
He's as good as dead.
We'll stay on Sachun Island for now and regroup.
Cease all attacks on the shores and merchant ships.
Yes, Master.
Captain Jang, Master has regained consciousness.
How is he?
He's out of the woods for now.
Chae-ryung...
Yes, Father.
We must... return to Yangzhou.
Return to Yangzhou?
You can't survive the rough journey in your condition.
You must wait until you recover.
For now...
Captain Jang...
is losing his cool...
If we don't return to Yangzhou to fortify our forces,
we will lose Captain Jang and all the security officers.
We must...
return to Yangzhou as soon as possible.
Father...
Master.
No. We can't go back like this.
It's what Master Sul wants.
We must take the security officers with us.
My lady.
The rough journey could take a toll on him,
but he might have a better chance of recovery
with skilled doctors and better medicine in Yangzhou.
We must return.
Master Sul is afraid you'll lose your calm,
and fight Yum Moon in haste.
Try to understand his regard for your welfare.
What happened to Master Sul?
It seems his recovering is unlikely.
Captain Jang is safe. Don't worry.
What is the status
of the vice-minister's investigation of Madam Jami?
He has uncovered that she is guilty of tax evasion.
She was fined ten thousand coins.
Madam Jami knows you were involved in the investigation.
She won't let it go quietly.
- You must be most careful. - Yes, my lord.
We must uncover the relationship between Yi Do-hyung and Madam Jami.
That's not an easy task.
My lady.
Come in.
The Mujinju governor and his troops are here.
What is it?
The inspector general has summoned you to the imperial city.
Summoned me? For what reason?
We know that Jang Bogo has released the leader
of the pirates he captured.
We have heard you also agreed to his release.
Jang Bogo must have been colluding with the pirates.
And you helped him enter Shilla armed.
You must've been colluding with the pirates as well.
Silence!
How dare you accuse me of such things?
The truth will be uncovered in an investigation.
- Escort him. - Yes, sir!
My lord.
Don't worry.
I'll alert His Majesty of the truth.
Let's go.
Brother. This is a trap.
The regent and Captain Jang couldn't have
been colluding with the pirates.
It is true that he released Yi Do-hyung.
I'm taking my troops to Chunghae now.
Jang Bogo and his men will be disarmed,
and Jang Bogo will be taken to the imperial city.
Head Chief Yum Moon was holding Master Sul hostage.
Captain Jang released Master Yi to save Master Sul.
Regardless of the circumstances,
releasing the leader of the pirates is unforgivable.
- Brother. - I've heard enough!
Madam Jami is the one who plotted this.
This is her trap.
She is doing this to get back at me for the investigation.
Even if it is Madam Jami's plot, my hands are tied.
What did I tell you?
You will gain nothing by fighting Madam Jami.
It's not too late. Seek Madam Jami's forgiveness.
- I can't do that. - Jung-hwa.
You are left all alone,
now that the regent has been arrested.
There is no telling what Madam Jami will do to you.
I beg you, please seek her forgiveness.
That's the only way you can survive.
Kim Woo-jing was taken to the imperial city.
What happened to Jang Bogo?
The governor led his troops to Chunghae.
I have been relieved of a heavy burden rather simply.
Now all that's left is Jung-hwa.
It will be too easy to defeat her all at once.
I'll take everything she has one thing at a time... slowly.
I'll make sure she learns the consequences of her betrayal.
- Captain. - What is it?
Lady Jung-hwa is here.
- Show her in. - Yes, madam.
Sit.
What brings you here?
The regent was taken to the imperial city.
I know.
And Jang Bogo, the man you love,
will also be taken to the imperial city.
It was to be expected since he has colluded with pirates.
It was you who colluded with Master Yi.
It wasn't enough that you exposed my secret account books?
Now you'd accuse me of colluding with pirates?
The truth will be uncovered in time.
Yes...
Let's wait and see what truth will be uncovered.
Is that what you came to say?
I will never succumb to your threats.
I will never forgive you.
Only the powerful can grant forgiveness.
It's not something you can give.
If you are willing to seek my forgiveness even now,
I am willing to put the past behind.
That will never happen. I'll take my leave now.
That insolent girl...
Go to Chunghae now.
Alert Captain Jang that the governor is coming after him.
Yes, my lady.
Where is Jang Bogo?
He has returned to Yangzhou with his men.
What?
Head Chief. The master is looking for you.
- You called for me? - Sit.
Jang Bogo is returning to Yangzhou.
He left Chunghae a day ago.
He'll be passing the Jangil waters soon.
Take the men and attack his ship.
We must get rid of Jang Bogo and his men
before they return to Yangzhou to fortify their force.
Why aren't you answering me?
I believe it's best to let them return to Yangzhou.
What are you saying?
Jang Bogo is taking Master Sul, who is gravely ill, to Yangzhou.
I do not wish to attack them under such circumstances.
Head Chief.
This is the perfect chance to wipe out Jang Bogo and his men.
I broke my promise to Jang Bogo.
My pride was miserably tainted by resorting to cowardly tricks.
It is the perfect opportunity to attack him now,
but it is also just a cowardly trick.
Even if I got rid of him,
I wouldn't feel good about it.
Why would you show unnecessary mercy
when the chance to kill him is right in front of you?
If that sword you harbor in your heart becomes dull,
you can't defeat him.
Jang Bogo will return to Shilla.
Even if he comes back stronger, I can defeat him.
Please have faith in me.
All right.
Master, will you really waste this chance to kill Jang Bogo?
He wishes to restore his pride that was tainted so miserably.
YANGZHOU
How is he?
It's a miracle he survived the journey.
- Will he recover? - I'll do my best.
Chae-ryung...
Yes.
It is the will of heaven whether a man lives or dies...
Do not try so hard any longer.
I don't know how much longer a physician can prolong my life,
but I can sense that death is near.
Please don't say that. You can recover.
You must recover.
Captain Jang...
Yes, Master.
I need to speak to you.
What is it?
When I die...
You will be the head of our group.
Master.
I do not have the ability. You must lead our group.
Please get well soon.
I had already entrusted you with all matters of business long ago.
I was the grand chief in name only.
You were the one who led our group.
You have far exceeded my expectations.
Just...
continue as you have... been doing.
With your spirit and passion,
you will vitalize the Yangzhou merchant groups,
and our influence will soon reach Shilla and Japan.
As my wish,
you must become the head of our group.
And...
...please take care of Chae-ryung.
She has lost her mother early...
...and learned a business even men find difficult.
She has lived a harsh life.
She will be left all alone when I die...
Please take care of her...
Master.
I have told you once...
The best trade I've ever done in my life as a merchant...
...was selecting you.
I regret leaving you before I can witness
your becoming the biggest merchant...
...but I am certain
you won't betray my expectations.
It seems death is drawing near...
I need to rest.
Master.
Father...
If you have a chance to come to China, come see me.
My name is Sul Pyong.
As of today, you are no longer Goong-bok.
You are Jang Bogo.
Take care of Chae-ryung.
Don't worry about what Father said to you.
The most important lesson my father taught me was
to overcome obstacles on my own.
I have blamed my father from time to time,
since he coldly ignored my predicaments,
but I always found myself more mature after the trouble passed.
I am afraid I might lose my father,
but it is also an obstacle I must overcome on my own.
Even if you don't take care of me,
I can still overcome this obstacle.
But I do wish you would accept his wish to have you succeed him.
I have already told the master.
I lack the ability to obey him.
You must lead our group.
No. We have set trading with Shilla and Japan as our goal.
You are the only person who could realize that goal.
The post of grand chief is an important one,
responsible for hundreds of men working for our group.
I will try my best to support you in realizing your goal.
I will say it again.
You need not worry about my father's request
that you take care of me.
I was terribly worried
when I heard you were captured by Jang Bogo.
I am relieved to see that you are safe and well.
I'm grateful for your concern.
I heard that Master Sul has returned to Yangzhou.
Yes, I heard he was gravely ill.
He could have passed on by now.
It bothers me that we couldn't kill Jang Bogo,
but it'll be hard for him to return to Shilla.
We need not worry about him too much.
What do you mean?
I framed him for colluding with pirates in releasing you.
I had Kim Woo-jing summoned to the imperial city,
and I was about to have him arrested,
but he had gotten away.
If he should return to Shilla,
he'll be taken to the imperial city and severely punished.
I am in awe of you.
I will arrange a trade with Barhae as you wished.
Thank you.
But there is something you must do for me in return.
You must take care of a few nobles who are competing with me.
They are posing a great threat to the inspector general.
You will also benefit from getting rid of them.
I will take care of it.
I hear Jung-hwa has been a stumbling block for you lately.
She disturbed me at one point,
but it is of no great consequence now.
Kim Woo-jing, who has been backing her,
has been summoned to the imperial city,
and Jang Bogo has returned to Yangzhou.
I'm certain she's feeling helpless.
She deserves a quick death for what she's done to me,
but I mean to have her pay dearly for betraying me.
I heard that Master Yi and Yum Moon go from base to base.
Where are the bases?
Well... l'd lose my head if I revealed that information.
I can't tell you.
What will happen if Master Yi and Yum Moon find out
you are willing to come under Madam Jami's command?
Will your head still be attached to your body?
- Well... - Fine.
If you do not wish to talk, I will ask Chief Jang.
Captain!
You have such a quick temper.
Where are the bases?
Why do you ask?
You ask too many questions.
They're on Anwol Island, Palmi Island, and Dangsin Island.
Captain, when could I start working for you?
We will see.
Sir.
We might get into big trouble being spies.
A man only dies once.
We have to finish what we started.
I hate men who have second thoughts.
That means you!
I hope everything goes well.
You called for me?
We are going to Mujinju. Get ready.
Yes, sir.
What will happen to you now
that the regent has been taken to the imperial city?
Don't worry.
Captain Jang has been lucky enough to escape arrest,
but I'm sure he'll come back. I'm worried.
My lady.
What is it?
It'll be hard for us to stay in Madam Jami's group.
Please take us in.
- Chief Yi. - Yes.
I will be building an inn in Chunghae.
When it is finished, I mean to put you in charge.
Please hang in there until then.
Then I'll wait.
There is no telling what Madam Jami will do.
Please be careful.
- Moo-jin. - Yes, my lady.
- I need to go to Yangzhou. - Yes, I'll look into a ship.
Are you certain Jung-hwa said she was going to Yangzhou?
Yes, she's looking for a ship.
If she is going to Yangzhou...
She must be going there to meet Jang Bogo.
There is no telling what scheme she will cook up with him.
I meant to bring her down slowly,
but she's digging her own grave.
- Captain. - Yes, madam.
Stop Jung-hwa from going to Yangzhou.
Yes.
How did it go?
I took care of them as you wished.
Good work.
We might be watched. Let's go inside.
No, we'll take our leave now.
If I can have him on my side,
I will pay any price.
He still does all your bidding.
He'll never do anything against Master Yi's wishes.
I need him as a loyal subject who'd be willing to die for me.
Are we not going back to Sachun Island?
There is something we must do before we return.
Head Chief.
They were sent by Madam Jami.
I guessed as much.
Madam Jami is after you.
You have to be careful.
She's not alone.
You are after me as well.
What more do you wish to take from me?
My lady.
I felt pity for you once.
I pitied your fate...
...which didn't allow you to disobey Master Yi.
But now I can't understand you.
I never wish to see you again.
Let's go.
How is it going?
Many martial arts experts have gathered.
We must select men who can fare well at sea.
Yes, sir.
Captain Jang.
What is it?
Hurry, Master is gravely ill.
Master.
Master...
Take care of...
the group and... Chae-ryung.
Master.
Chae-ryung...
Father.
When I die...
...scatter my ashes...
...along the sea route to Shilla... and Japan.
I wish to aid you...
in realizing your goal... ...even in my death...
Chae-ryung...
...it pains me...
...to leave you behind all alone...
I'm sorry.
Father.
Father!
- Father... - Master.
Father!
Master!
- Master... - Father...
Master.
Master!
You can't leave us like this...
Master!
You must witness the realization of our goal...
Father...
My dear friend...
How could you leave us like this...?
You still have so much to do...
What are we to do...
Wake up!
Wake up now!
Master has... passed away.
Master...
Master!
Master...
To honor my father's last words,
Captain Jang has succeeded him as the head of our group.
Please support him well so that our group will flourish.
Yes!
I have succeeded the master to honor his last words,
but the owners of our group are merchants and security officers
who have worked hard.
I plan to move the center of our operation to Chunghae,
and focus on suppressing the pirates,
and opening trade with Japan.
I will dedicate my life to avenging the master's death,
and making our group the best merchant group of all.
It's been a long time. Welcome.
Yes, it has been a long time.
This way.
I was quite surprised when I received your letter.
I heard that Master Sul lost his life
after being defeated by you in Shilla.
I have never seen eye to eye with Master Sul.
I'll give you my full support.
And so will I.
Please let my merchant ships travel safely through your seas.
Don't worry.
I'll supply you with Shilla slaves
so that you can continue your slave trade.
After Master Sul's death, I heard that the new head of
the group will come to Shilla to suppress pirates.
Will you be all right?
Who is the new head of the group?
It is Jang Bogo, the former captain of the Sul Pyong Group.
Jang Bogo must harbor a very sharp sword in his heart.
And that sword must be pointing at you and me.
Madam Jami said Jang Bogo won't be able to return to Shilla,
but I don't agree.
He will return to Shilla by any means possible.
You must be prepared for him.
Yes, Master.
You wished to see me?
Yes.
What is it?
My lady...
I will...
I will honor the master's last words.
Grand Chief.
I told you not to mind what Father said.
You have no place for me in your heart.
I can't be your woman just with effort alone.
If you could win someone's heart by trying,
I'd have won your heart by now.
When enough time has passed,
and your feelings for Lady Jung-hwa have faded,
I will try to win your heart.
So please don't worry about me now.
I have waited so long to hear those words from you.
I felt as if my heart had been left outside on a windy winter night,
but now I feel as if spring has come.
Thank you.
Goong-bok.
- Grand Chief... - What is it?
What is it?
Lady Jung-hwa is here from Shilla.
She is waiting to see you.
What happened?
Pass.
What a bunch of nonsense.
I will return to Shilla.
I can't chase the regent to death for my safety.
There is big trouble! We're under pirate attack.
Jang Bogo has really returned to Chunghae?
Release us from house arrest, and permit us to arm ourselves.
- I'll kill you! - Yon!
He must be insane to have come back.
They were doomed to die, yet how could they be alive?
I will give you full authority to suppress the pirates.
I will obey your command.