The Night Watchman (야경꾼 일지)

Episode 20

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What do you mean there's trouble in the palace?

The Prime Minister... He has brought the army with him.

The Prime Minister?

Prime Minister.

Are you trying to commit treason?

I am merely being loyal and saving you from further ruining yourself.

Silence!

You always claim to be loyal.

Who the hell are you being loyal to?

Who are you trying to put on the throne?

Is it Wolgang, or do you want the crown for yourself?

I will rule the land in your place.

In my place?

Stop what you're doing right now.

From now on you will need my permission before you act.

What? Permission?

You dare try to overtake me!

I trust you will heed the divine order.

My Prince. The guards have taken over the palace.

They're trying to hide the Prime Minister's attempt to take the throne.

I have to go to the king.

Hold on.

We have to stop this revolt.

I am obligated to help the king protect his throne.

Of course you do.

But how can the two of us fight all of them?

Are you saying we should just watch?

I'm saying let's act with caution.

Madam, the Prime Minister is coming.

Prime Minister. What have you done?

I'm just trying to stop the king from creating more havoc--

Shut your mouth.

I saw the pledge the Queen had written.

It was you who killed the queen.

You were the one who ordered their deaths.

That's right. I was.

I ordered for the deaths of the last king and queen.

There were many deaths, and my command was responsible for them.

I was only following your orders.

I trusted you were going to protect the king and his throne.

But you killed the queen.

You put all the blame on others.

Those are just groundless rumors.

Groundless rumors?

I'll take over the throne until the king regains his stability.

Please stamp your seal of approval.

That approval is something I can only give the king.

I only mean to borrow it for the sake of the country.

Be quiet!

I won't let you take advantage of the king for your own ambitions any longer.

Think it over.

I'll be back.

Guard the queen's room.

- Take your position! - Yes!

We need to find the sovereign seal.

If we find the sovereign seal, we won't need her any longer.

What about Wolgang?

- Should we arrest him? - Not yet.

Keep a close eye on him.

Keep track of who he's meeting, what he's scheming.

Yes.

Who is it?

Who broke my spell and took away my shaman?

Wolgang.

You bastard!

The guards are here.

What is it?

The Prime Minister is looking for you.

- Tie him up! - Yes!

Why don't you lead the way? I'll follow you of my own free will.

Prime Minister.

How could you have acted so hastily?

What did you say?

Your actions have no justification.

Even if you were to get rid of the king, the crown will go to Wolgang.

Whose side are you on?

I don't expect anything once the palace tower has been constructed.

I am on your side, the one who holds Joseon's power.

First arrest Prince Wolgang.

Then you can execute your plans for the king.

The Prime Minister staged a takeover.

Wolgang and the Prime Minister worked together to get rid of you.

Wolgang can't take my place.

You were jealous of Wolgang since you were children.

- He's getting his revenge. - No.

I protected Rin.

You said you were going to show how to be a proper king

but it looks like you're lost.

No! I am the king of Joseon!

Your Highness. Sadam is here.

You're here.

What did the Prime Minister say? Does he want to kill me?

Please calm down.

The Prime Minister can't do anything without the sovereign seal.

That's right, the sovereign seal. There was a sovereign seal!

Where is the sovereign seal?

The truth is...

the sovereign seal is with the queen.

The Dowager Queen?

Whose side are you planning to be on?

Whoever claims the throne, anyone not on the right side will be ruined.

Until then, I'll let them tear each other to pieces.

Find the Mago shaman.

Yes.

This must be the Night Watchmen's secret room.

It's very strange to have the ghosts and Night Watchmen together in the same room.

The Prime Minister...

Are you sure the Prime Minister tried to revolt?

The Prime Minister and his guards completely took over the palace.

He'll do anything for power.

If the Prime Minister and Sadam join forces, we're in big trouble.

If that happens, we can't stop the monster serpent.

Oh no, that can't happen.

If the monster serpent comes back to life, it'll eat up all the ghosts.

I won't let Sadam get what he wants.

Please eat up.

Do you see us?

She couldn't.

I heard that ghosts... no, no, no...

I heard that people who have passed have come to join us.

This is wine used in funeral rites, and this is ceremonial rice. Please enjoy.

Nice.

This is the first time I'm drinking funeral rite wine.

That's true.

Your entire family died so no one could hold the funeral rites for you.

You should marry a woman like this.

That's true. This is so good.

Everyone is enjoying themselves.

If they're guests of yours, they're always welcome

whether they're humans or ghosts.

Are you hurt?

I think I may have injured myself escaping the painting.

You should have been careful. Let's see here.

I'm fine.

What do you mean you're fine?

Were you very upset when I told you to go back?

I understand.

You only told me that because you were worried.

When I first met you, I thought you were an arrogant noble

who looked down on everyone else.

But spending time with you made me think you must be a lonely person like me.

And somehow, you made your way into my heart.

Do Ha.

I told myself not to let you into my heart.

I tried to harden my heart several times, but I couldn't do it.

The only thing I can do for you is to leave.

Still...

Still...

I'm happy that there's still something I can do for you.

Don't go.

You'll be in danger if you stay by my side.

I know I should send you away.

There's still nothing I can do about my heart.

Even if it means risking my life...

I'll protect you.

Stay by my side Do Ha.

My Prince.

The king is falling deeper into madness and can no longer manage the throne.

As a loyal servant, I shall take over his role.

- What do you mean! - How could you do this Prime Minister!

Prime Minister!

What do you mean?

On what grounds are you overtaking the throne?

I must consult the king to see what he thinks.

The king has fallen too deep into madness.

He's not fit to meet with anyone.

Have you spoken with the Queen Dowager?

We will go to the Queen Dowager to see what's going on.

Let us go!

For the time being, no one can seek out the king or queen.

I have already spoken with the king.

Heed my orders for they are now the royal command!

Your Highness. Prince Wolgang has come to see you.

Rin, what's going on outside? What has the Prime Minister ordered?

By any chance, will the guards come to kill me?

Your Highness.

Please remain calm.

Moo Seok and I will protect you no matter what.

That's right Moo Seok.

Moo Seok is a loyal subject.

He'll protect me at all costs.

By any chance...

Are you working with the Prime Minister?

Your Highness.

The throne was supposed to be yours.

You've always resented me.

And you were the one who tried to harm me.

You were the one who worked with the Night Watchmen to undermine my authority.

Are you working with the Prime Minister to make yourself king?

- Your Highness! - I won't let it happen!

Thought I wouldn't be able to see through your dark intentions?

I'm going to expose your true motives!

Get out this instant!

What are you doing?

I came to speak with the Queen Dowager.

The Prime Minister ordered us to turn you away.

Very good, you found the Mago shaman girl.

Get out of my way.