Gyebaek (계백)

Gye Baek

Episode 11

I am the First Prince of Baekje, Euija!

Look here, Yiri. I've brought you a nice present.

Do you recognize him?

When Baekje attacks, I will give him to you.

I'm grateful.

Are you suggesting we continue the attack at the risk of sacrificing Prince Euija?

Go ahead and attack.

If Euija knew his capture would cause the surrender of Gajam Fortress, he would agree with me.

Since you're here, wouldn't Baekje be unable to attack the fortress?

Prince Euija ordered you to attack the fortress.

I have ordered Baekje to attack.

You must create this disturbance.

Open the gates!

We will meet again, Yiri.

And Euija? Have we found him yet?

Euija...

...is here.

Episode 11

Your Majesty!

I heard what you did during the battle. Are you hurt?

Yes, Father. I am fine.

I heard you fought valiantly as well. You killed two generals.

I regret that I was unable to bring you the head of the Governor, Al Chun.

This was your first battle. You have done well.

This victory belongs to you, Your Majesty.

Is that so?

I had heard that you were the one giving the commands.

Perhaps one can even say that you did more than the two princes.

In particular, you commanded a full frontal attack even when Euija was being held hostage.

That was truly outstanding.

Thank you for your praise, Your Majesty.

I had full confidence that Euija would be able to protect himself.

Thanks.

Gye Baek, you're the one who won this war for us.

Tell me if there is something you want as a reward.

I will speak to His Majesty when we return to Sabi.

He'll be glad to see you again.

I don't want a reward and I don't want to see His Majesty.

I'm not going back to Sabi.

What do you mean? You must return with us.

You can't continue living like this. You shouldn't fight again.

All you have to do now is to lead a normal life just like General Mu Jin wanted.

Do you think I've forgiven you?

Don't be mistaken.

I don't even know if your story is true. I should never have listened to you.

I blame you, Miss.

I understand how you feel.

- What can I do? - Nothing.

Nothing will change.

Where are you going?

You haven't changed one bit.

Forget about what the Prince did.

But you and I have unfinished business too.

I have no obligations to you.

You took me in your heart when you left, didn't you?

May I ask you something?

May I keep you in my heart when I leave?

If you took me in your heart when you left, shouldn't you return me?

Carry that around your neck. It'll help you come to your senses.

Did I say that's what I wanted back?

It's my heart that I want returned.

What do you want me to do?

Come back with us to Sabi.

What are you thinking about?

Nothing.

Are you thinking about what I said to Gye Baek earlier?

No, I'm glad you were able to change his mind.

I'll see you in Sabi.

Your Majesty, I congratulate you on your victory over Gajam Fortress!

Congratulations, Your Majesty!

Thank you. This is all due to your efforts, Lord Yeon.

Your Majesty, you are truly a magnificent woman.

You single-handedly commanded the army to victory!

Congratulations!

Are you being sincere?

Or are you merely happy because Euija did so well?

Your Majesty, you rescued me from death.

My future father-in-law has offered you a toast in gratitude.

Please accept it.

Your Majesty, the Yeon family is respected by both the nobles and commoners.

They will be your loyal subjects.

Am I right, Lord Yeon?

He's right. My daughter is alive because of you.

The Yeon family will never forget Your Majesty's generosity and kindness.

I will be watching you, Lord Yeon.

Yes, Your Majesty.

On a joyous day like this, how can one not dance?

Your Majesty, may you live a thousand years.

Have you been keeping a close watch on Yeon Moonjin?

Yes, Your Majesty.

As always, he spends a considerable amount of time with the Ungjin nobles.

And his private army?

A mere two hundred.

Nothing must escape your attention.

Yes, Your Majesty.

How do you feel about being back in Sabi?

Have you gone back to being mute, Yiri?

No, I should call you Gye Baek.

Why do you look so surprised?

That's what that young lady called you.

She was quite beautiful. You must be in love with her.

Be careful.

The flower may be beautiful, but it's poisonous.

Once you're addicted to its scent, you may never be able to escape.

Stop flapping your mouth!

I didn't know you were already addicted. My apologies.

Let's not fight on this happy day.

My name is Sung Choong.

I don't like bitter men with grudges, but if you need my help, come anytime.

I'll help you once.

- We'll never meet again. - Don't be so sure about that.

One can never tell.

It's not for you anyway.

It's because I feel bad towards our comrades who died at Gajam Fortress trying to help us.

The world is an unfair place.

Those who want to live die easily.

And those who want to die live on.

Miss, aren't you going to the banquet?

- I really want to taste banquet food! - Then go by yourself.

If you don't go, I won't know anyone there.

Then go to the banquet for the prisoners!

Do I know any of them...?

Oh... Gye Baek...?

I mean Sir Gye Baek...

I have to see Queen Sataek. Go and keep him company.

I said I wanted good food, not good company!

I'll make sure you get good food when we return to the Trade House.

Damn it!

But you know, Sir Gye Baek...

He used to be so skinny and ugly when he was a kid.

Don't you think he's gotten quite handsome?

You can say that he emits the aura of a lonely beast...?

How can someone change so much? Don't you agree?

Who goes there?

You must be a prisoner of war from Gajam Fortress. Go back to where you came from!

Eat slowly! You'll choke.

- Go ahead and eat, Father. - Alright.

Eat this!

It's good, isn't it?

It is.

Thank you for growing up so well.

You must not live like me.

You must never hold a sword or fight.

You must never hurt your family.

Live a simple life as a farmer.

If you make extra money, share what you have with others.

Thank you.

Thank you for pouring my wine.

What are you doing? I said go back!

Father, they're going to kill Mother and Big Brother!

Please help them!

You should listen to your son.

Too bad the end is a bit anti-climactic.

It was reckless of you to enter Gajam Fortress with Euija.

You almost lost your life.

I had no choice.

Governor Al Chun is Prince Euija's uncle. There was a risk he would try to negotiate with him.

Gajam Fortress is too important.

How could I throw away the chance of monitoring him?

You are bold.

So tell me, how was Euija?

One can say that he was reckless in his ambition to win His Majesty's favor by conquering Gajam Fortress.

But he was also cunning enough to realize that Al Chun would not be able to kill him easily.

Still, Al Chun had no love lost for him and his life was at risk anyway.

In any case, Euija did well during the battle.

To be honest, it had nothing to do with him. Rather, it was the prisoners of war within the fortress.

They are the ones who should be rewarded, not Prince Euija.

That I will do.

For their suffering, I shall bestow upon them grain and money.

The prisoners of war will be grateful to Your Majesty.

The issue is the competition between the two princes.

Based on this battle, Euija has outperformed Gyogi.

Does this mean that Euija will be the one pouring the first cup of wine during the Royal Ceremonies?

That is not possible.

Why do you say that?

It is not what you want. Neither is it what the ministers and nobles want.

Even I do not want that fool to have the honored position of pouring the first cup of wine.

But there must be a legitimate reason.

You know the reason.

You have piqued my interest.

The ministers will have little regard for Euija's contribution.

Instead, they will declare him careless for placing himself in jeopardy.

You are truly my Zhang Zifang!

You flatter me, Your Majesty.

However, there is one more thing.

What is it?

You'll know when you see it.

Is it a secret even from me?

It's not because I don't trust you.

It won't be as entertaining if I tell you in advance.

Alright, Your Majesty. I'll wait and be entertained as you wish.

Have you given any thought to becoming my adopted sister?

I had no time to think about it because of Gajam Fortress.

Please give me a little more time.

I wish you would join our family quickly.

- What are you doing here? - I should be asking you that.

- Let's go somewhere... - Why? Why did you meet the Queen?

I'll tell you in detail later.