Chu Sang Gung informs that Jang Ok Jung must depart to participate in the palace maid ceremony. Jang Ok Jung acknowledge. Jang Ok Jung instruct what has been prepare for Choi Dong Yi to give her then to send her back to her bureau. Chu Sang Gung acknowledged. Chu Sang Gung asked Choi Dong Yi to get up & depart. Choi Dong Yi gets up as Jang Ok Jung asks Chu Sang Gung for her “Tang Yi”. Chu Sang Gung acknowledged & goes to get the clothes for Jang Ok Jung when suddenly Choi Dong Yi falls on her knees & call on Jang Ok Jung
Na In or palace maid is the lowest ranking of the Court ladies, with the ranking of 9th level
Tang Yi is the official robe that Inner court wears formally
Jang Ok Jung is surprise by Choi Dong Yi sudden exclamation. Chu Sang Gung reprimanded Choi Dong Yi for being bold & asked what with her reaction being so rude. Choi Dong Yi tells Jang Ok Jung that there is actually have an earnest request & definitely wants Jang Ok Jung to fulfilled her request & she sincerely begs for that something that she wants from Jang Ok Jung. Choi Dong Yi tells that this is consider for her the most important item in this world for her than anything else & hope Jang Ok Jung will fulfilled her request. Chu Sang Gung scolds Choi Dong Yi for insolent & asked her to get up & wants to drag Choi Dong Yi away as Jang Ok Jung asked Chu Sang Gung to wait. Jang Ok Jung tells that Choi Dong Yi do really have a request to make & she asked what is it that Choi Dong Yi wants from her. Jang Ok Jung asked Choi Dong Yi to speak on what she wants in her request. Choi Dong Yi tells that she may be bold to asked ornaments from Jang Ok Jung’s collection. Jang Ok Jung is surprise on what Choi Dong Yi wants as a request.
Choi Dong Yi relates that she is seek someone, there is a possibility that the lady that she is looking for is none other than Jang Ok Jung. Jang ok Jung looks rather blank. Choi Dong Yi tells that it has been a long will that she can’t remember or recognise the lady’s face as it has become fuzzy, but however she could remember clearly the ornament that the lady has therefore Choi Dong Yi can make the confirmation of identity of the lady she is looking for is indeed Jang Ok Jung. Chu Sang gung tells Choi Dong Yi to shut up & how bold Choi Dong Yi is to asked Jang Ok Jung to parade her personal jewellery for Choi Dong Yi to inspect & asked whether she wishes to carry on living & asked her to get up as Choi Dong Yi calls to Jang Ok Jung. Jang Ok Jung doesn’t know what to make of this request while Chu Sang Gung is calling for extra hands to throw Choi Dong Yi out of the residence
Jang Ok Jung asked Chu Sang Gung to halt as Chu Sang Gung is surprise as Jang Ok Jung repeats her instruction to halt & didn’t Chu Sang Gung hear her. Chu Sang Gung let go of Choi Dong Yi. Jang Ok Jung asked Chu Sang Gung to be excuse. Chu sang Gung calls Jang Ok Jung but she gave Chu sang gung a stare to leave them. Chu Sang Gung marches out of the residence as the palace maid asked what is going on. Chu Sang Gung is fuming.
Jang Ok Jung asked that Choi Dong Yi wants her to show Choi Dong Yi the personal ornament. Choi Dong Yi affirms as Jang Ok Jung wants to know what the reason behind it. Choi Dong Yi is silence in her answer as Jang Ok Jung tells that there must be a reason for Choi Dong Yi to be so daring & bold to asked to see & eye on Jang Ok Jung’s personal belonging. Choi Dong Yi stutter the answer that she wants to seek a court lady that she has have meet before Choi Dong Yi enter the palace, there is something that she must asked from her. Choi Dong Yi tells that she understand that she is really rude & disrespectful in her request but as for her this is more important than life itself & hope that she has Jang Ok Jung understanding & comply to her request. Jang Ok Jung tells that this is fine, she allow Choi Dong Yi to view the ornaments, it is her to initially 1st told Choi Dong Yi that she will fulfilled her request whatsoever it may be, therefore she will keep her side of promise. Jang Ok Jung takes a box & asked Choi Dong Yi to inspect to confirm whether this is the ornament she is looking for. Jang Ok Jung takes the box opens it only to find that it is a cloisonné butterfly.
Choi Dong Yi is disheartened that it was not what she is looking for. Jang Ok Jung could reads from Choi Dong Yi’s expression that it is not what she was looking for. Choi Dong Yi confirms that this is not the ornament that she desperately is seeking for. Choi Dong Yi dares to asked again from Jang Ok Jung whether this is the only ornament that Jang Ok Jung has in her possession. Jang Ok Jung tells that this ornament she has been wearing it since she was a child. Choi Dong Yi looks so dejected. Choi Dong Yi leaves Jang Ok Jung’s residence then bow apologetically to Chu sang Gung on her way out. Chu Sang Gung scolds Choi Dong Yi for her bad upbringing that she dare to bring up this bold request & if it was for Jang Ok Jung’s benevolent, Choi Dong Yi would have got an early death by flogging. Choi Dong Yi apologise as Chu Sang Gung asked to get lost
Chu Sang Gung comes in to the residence & asked how can Jang Ok Jung allow Choi Dong Yi who has been such an insolent towards her. Chu Sang Gung asked whether they need to teach Choi Dong Yi a lesson. Jang Ok Jung tells Chu Sang Gung there is no need that she need not to that. Chu Sang Gung insists as Jang Ok Jung tells that favours Choi Dong Yi. Chu Sang Gung is surprise at the remark. Jang Ok Jung tells that she may not know the reason but seeing Choi Dong Yi being so anxious in her findings that it sense that Choi Dong Yi will do all it takes to have this fulfilled no matter what the method is & she can overcome whatever it is, moreover Choi Dong Is really quick witted & clever, it is indeed great. Jang Ok Jung asked Chu Sang Gung to go & learn more about Choi Dong Yi’s background. Jang Ok Jung is curious what kind of person she is. Chu Sang Gung acknowledged. Jang Ok Jung tells that she will be late & prepare her Tang Yi & ornament quickly.
The palace maid takes Jang Ok Jung’s jewellery box & the butterfly ornament is in the box as the palace maid asked why recently Jang Ok Jung is not wearing this butterfly ornament. Jang Ok Jung tells that it is precious to her & she doesn’t want it damaged therefore she doesn’t wear it to safeguard from scratches. Choi Dong Yi take the cloisonné butterfly ornament & tells that she has been wearing this since she was young & she feel comfortable with that it will be damage
Choi Dong Yi walking dejectedly & gave a hard sigh. Hwang Joo Shik pacing & asking why Choi Dong Yi is not back as his face is ridden with anxiety. Yeong Dal concurs that it is. Choi Dong Yi comes in as Yeong Dal greets Choi Dong Yi who greeted them. Hwang Joo Shik asked whether she has met with Jang Ok Jung & asked Choi Dong Yi want she has said to her & what was the reason Jang Ok Jung wants to see Choi Dong Yi. Choi Dong Yi tells that it is in regards to the incident. Hwang Joo Shik tells that Choi Dong Yi has already received the King’s reward then now she has seek audience with Jang Ok Jung in her residence. Hwang Joo Shik asked what Choi Dong Yi has done to reap such fortunes in this life. Yeong Dal tells no matter what, it is a relief that she went to Jang Ok Jung’s residence then Oh Ho Yang will not able to do anything towards Choi Dong Yi. Hwang Joo Shik concurs that Choi Dong Yi is not an ordinary palace maid. Hwang Joo Shik pull Choi Dong Yi aside that the next time she meet with Jang Ok Jung, just in passing mentioned his name to tell there is a capable person in music bureau. Choi Dong Yi tells that it could be some difficulties in that. Hwang Joo Shik asked why as Choi Dong Yi think there will not be a next time that they will call her & sighs
Yeong Dal is shock that Choi Dong Yi has asked Jang Ok Jung to show her ornaments. Choi Dong Yi affirms as Yeong Dal tells Choi Dong Yi whether she is mad that she is seeking death with such a request. Choi Dong Yi tells may be at that moment, she has a streak of madness. Yeong Dal thought that she went there so that she could avoid flogging at the music bureau, then she went there to find fault for her to be beaten then asked what is wrong with Choi Dong Yi. Choi Dong Yi assures Yeong Dal that she return in one piece safely without harm. Yeong Dal wanted to scold that this is of now, but then he understands that Choi Dong Yi is dejected by the whole episode. Choi Dong Yi sighs as Yeong Dal tells whether Choi Dong Yi is disappointed that the lady she is looking for is not Jang Ok Jung. Choi Dong Yi admits there is some. Yeong Dal asked to raise her spirits as she will able to find that “lady” there will come a day that she will find her. Choi Dong Yi tell that she will & thanked his encouragement as Yeong Dal pat her & leaves.
Then Choi Dong Yi asked Yeong Dal if he know what kind of person is Jang Ok Jung. Yeong Dal asked in what context is Choi Dong Yi question about “what kind” & asked why she wants to know. Choi Dong Yi tells that she is curious about her. Yeong Dal tells that Jang Ok Jung is a outstanding person. He has heard that not only in her beauty but she has great intelligence. It seems that Sukjong will have discussion with Jang Ok Jung regarding state affairs. Choi Dong Yi asked whether this is really. Yeong Dal tells that it is with this intelligence that she can maintain her position. Yeong Dal tells that a humble Cheonmin background it will be hard to even qualified to become palace maid let alone the inner court. Choi Dong Yi is surprise that Jang Ok Jung is Cheonmin background. Yeong Dal tells that Choi Dong Yi didn’t know. Her family may be Jungin class but her mother is a Cheonmin servant, therefore if it is strictly to put it, she is of Cheonmin back ground because of her mother. Choi Dong Yi understands
Sukjong & Jang Ok Jung playing a game of Baduk. Sukjong tells that it is great that Jang Ok Jung has return that before her return he has no ears to discuss state affairs & debates on them that it was really boring. Jang Ok Jung tells that it is, she wonder what Sukjong is going to say that manner when the game ends. Jang Ok Jung place her pieces & Sukjong realise that his pieces has been cornered thus checkmated him then looks to finds an outlet to get out. Jang Ok Jung asked why don’t Sukjong conceits this game to calls it a lost. Sukjong asked what is she saying, that is it still hard to tell who will come out of this victorious.
Sukjong using a Chinese saying in whose hand the deer dies for the meaning it still hard to tell who will come out of this victorious.
Jang Ok Jung suggests how about Sukjong trying reverse assault in tactics, as Sukjong queries on the tactic. Jang Ok Jung explains that Sukjong must sacrifice some pieces from his board in order to save the game for the matter of being obverse then Sukjong will able to sweep the board to victory. Sukjong realise that Jang Ok Jung is not making reference to the Baduk game on the board that she has asked Sukjong to conceit. Jang Ok Jung tells that the game of Baduk works mysteriously that lesson can be learn from it, that it content the worldly lesson in life
Huan Jeok is a reverse assault, where the army sacrifice a few units to done to divert the attention away from the main army as an obverse move
Jang Ok Jung has hears that to finds the mastermind behind the incident has proved to be difficult therefore they need to close up the matter for closure & asked what do Sukjong think of that. Jang Ok Jung tells that Sukjong personally went to investigate about the change of music octave, this already sufficient enough to send fear of chills into them their spinal cord. Sukjong asked therefore does Jang Ok Jung wants him to take a step back then to have the court happily reaps the fruit of labours. Jang Ok Jung know Sukjong that for a long time that it was Sukjong’s intention that he needs to balance the political power with the factions but each time the Seoin faction has voice & oppose to the suggestion & it has failed. Sukjong looks at the board & asked about “reverse assault”. Sukjong put his piece down, then finds that he has won the game. Jang Ok Jung tells how is that, a placing of a piece has determine the victory on the game. Sukjong is pleased
Choi Dong Yi cleaning the music bureau. Choi Dong Yi tells that Jang Ok Jung is so noble & exquisite in her presence but she share the same status as Choi Dong Yi. Choi Dong Yi recalls Jang Ok Jung telling her, is it because that she is a humble servant & thinking that her status doesn’t render her to greed & received such rewards. Choi Dong Yi is surprise by Jang Ok Jung’s remarks. Jang Ok Jung tells that this is a pity, that if Choi Dong Yi has greater aspiration that is far reaching to attained, she would have render her favour for her, Choi Dong Yi ponders on greater aspiration that is far reaching to attained. Choi Dong Yi wonder whether Jang Ok Jung has attained that aspiration for herself
Sukjong with his entourage as he asked his Chief Eunuch what he thinks. Chief Eunuch asked in what reference is Sukjong making to. Sukjong is referring to Jang Ok Jung. Sukjong was thinking that if perhaps by chance that Jang Ok Jung was a man whether she has aspiration for his throne. Chief Eunuch was surprise. Sukjong inform his Chief Eunuch that he will like to summon the court in session at Jin Si tomorrow. The Chief Eunuch acknowledged. Sukjong ponders
Jin Si the hour of Dragon between 7-9 am
In court Sukjong gave a decree that is read out for the promotion to the Namin faction to higher position must to the displeasure of Jung In Guk. Oh Tae Seok is promoted to the secretariat. Sukjong is reading the expression of his court to see their reaction. Oh Tae Seok is congratulated by his Namin faction led by Oh Yun for his newly appointed promotion as Oh Tae Seok thanked them but is humble that this doesn’t goes with just his sole effort. In all this years that they have been thumbed by Seoin faction in the dark with many perilous ordeals, now it is time that they can see the radiance of light, but now onwards they must be loyal to the nation to build a better country therefore his faction must contribute their utmost effort. Namin faction acknowledge.
Jung In Guk reports to Queen Myeongseong about the Namin promotion as Queen Myeongseong tells that Sukjong is making his reign with the Namin faction. Queen Myeongseong tells why Jung In Guk didn’t utter a word of protest over the promotion. Jung In Guk apologise that they don’t have the bartering stakes to do so. Queen Myeongseong asked how can they come to this, it seems that they are now at the losing end. Queen Myeongseong tells that Jang Ok Jung is holding an upper hand against her. Queen Myeongseong tells that this was all concluded because of the servant who got away. Jung In Guk looks rather regrettable. Queen Myeongseong sigh in resigned
Background History 15th year of Sukjong reign (1689): Namin comes to power & took revenge against Song Si Yeol & Kim Yu Han of the Noron in the reversal of the political situation in the year of Gisa. The drama should be in the year circa 1687, therefore this is the start of Namin faction coming to power. Yeongjo was born in 1694. 20th year of Sukjong reign (1694): Noron (a split faction from Seoin faction) came into power & took revenge against Namin in the reversal of political situation in the year of Gapsul. We sees the end of Namin faction after this
Choi Dong Yi running & panting as Jang Ok Jung palace maid calls Choi Dong Yi. Jang Ok Jung is surprise that Chu Sang Gung has send Choi Dong Yi on an errand to her mother’s residence. Chu Sang Gung affirms that Jang Ok Jung has asked her to check on Choi Dong Yi, therefore she will be using this opportunity to see whether Choi Dong Yi is worthwhile for their trust. Chu Sang Gung tells that she will use this exercise to test whether Choi Dong Yi can be trusted in confidence. Jang Ok Jung nods that this is indeed. Chu Sang Gung mentioned that her mother Mdm Yoon needs to have a person that could run errands between the palace & the private residence. Jang Ok Jung nods in agreement
Choi Dong Yi is happy that it was Jang Ok Jung who calls for her to run an errand as she asked the palace maid for confirmation as they make their way to Mdm Yoon’s residence. The palace maid confirms & tired of her nagging that she has already answer so many times. Choi Dong Yi tells that she wouldn’t have imagine this would had happened that the other day she was really disrespectful towards Jang Ok Jung then all of the sudden jang ok Jung has called on her that it is like a dream. The palace maid irritating that Choi Dong Yi has already repeated herself so many time that it is time for her to shut up & walk. Choi Dong Yi asked whether it was that way, she tells that she still can’t believe it that she forgot she has said it. Then Choi Dong Yi pester the palace maid what is Jang Ok Jung’s favourite as the palace maid stare at the irritating Choi Dong Yi. Choi Dong Yi got the message & acknowledge as the palace maid walks away in a huff
In Mdm Yoon’s residence waiting for Mdm Yoon that the palace maid tells she doesn’t know why Jang Ok Jung favours Choi Dong Yi but however for this gratitude, she tells that Choi Dong Yi must make no mistake in the errand & asked whether Choi Dong Yi is clear on the matter. Choi Dong Yi acknowledge & tells that she will bear this in mind. Mdm Yoon comes to greet them then asked the palace maid whether Choi Dong Yi is the runner. The palace maid that it is. Choi Dong Yi introduce herself as Cheon Dong Yi. Mdm Yoon tells that Choi Dong Yi’s appearance is really gentle & pleasing to the eyes. Mdm Yoon asked to leave, as Jang Ok Jung still looking at the surrounding & the palace maid asked what is still doing & asked to come follow. Choi Dong Yi acknowledge
Jang Ok Jung’s mother is introduce as Mdm Yoon
Mdm Yoon goes to the pharmacy only to meet Mdm Park but it seems that she is not please to see Mdm Yoon. Mdm Yoon greets Mdm Park that it has been a while. Mdm Park greets Mdm Yang that it has been a while. Mdm Yoon is displease that she is refer to her maiden name. Then Mdm Yoon asked Mdm Park what the purpose of his visit here. Mdm Park tells that she is just dropping by as she has instructed them to prepare some medicine. This time her husband & son has been given a heavy responsibility. Mdm Yoon tells that she has heard, it seems that they have taken the posting as Civil Administrator of the music bureau. Choi Dong Yi is shock that Mdm Park is related to Oh Ho Yang. Mdm Park tell that Mdm Yoon also know about it. Mdm Yoon congratulate Mdm Park for her men in the house’s promotion. Mdm Park tells that it is not just that that her men of the house is so busy at work that it has been 3 days that they didn’t return home that she is greatly concern over their health. Choi Dong Yi giggles & tries to cover her laugh. Mdm Yoon wishes Mdm Park safe journey. Mdm Park tells that Mdm Yoon should carry on with her matter as the ladies passes each other. Mdm Yoon displease that Mdm Park ends her sentence with reference to her surname. Then Mdm Park tells Mdm Yoon is from such lowly background walking & acting like nobles as both ladies on opposite directions
Mdm Park is Oh Tae Pung’s wife
Mdm Yoon goes to see the pharmacist & asked when the medicine that she has asked him will be ready. The pharmacist tell that by Sul Si it will be ready. Mdm Yoon whisper whether this medication is best to get oneself pregnant. The pharmacist assures Mdm Yoon that taking the medication will guarantee to obtain results in 3 months. Mdm Yoon acknowledge that she trust the pharmacist assurances. Mdm Yoon tells that if her daughter Jang Ok Jung were to able to be pregnant with a Prince that the pharmacist will be rewards in tenfold for his effort
Sul Si is the hour of dog between 7-9 pm
Hoe Im is pregnant. I am sure the prescribe medicine tonic will be Im Mu Chu (Motherwort) which was a hot topic in Yi San with Won Bin that enhance fertility
Gyeongjong, Jang Hee Bin’s son was born in 1688, since the drama circa in 1687; Jang Ok Bin will see some results next year
Mdm Yoon’s maid comes to Choi Dong Yi to instruct Choi Dong Yi to wait in the pharmacy for the medicine that the pharmacist has prescribe & smuggle this medicine back to the palace then brew into tonic & present this tonic to Jang Ok Jung. Choi Dong Yi is surprise that it is a medicine tonic. Choi Dong Yi tells that it is prohibited to bring private medicine into the palace. Mdm Yoon’s maid tells that is why she has asked Choi Dong Yi to smuggle it in, so that she will not be discover. Choi Dong Yi doesn’t know what to make of it as Mdm Yoon tell that it is correct that it is not suppose to but Mdm Yoon finds that the Palace Physician has some prejudice against Jang Ok Jung & lacks in Jang Ok Jung’s health care therefore she has no choice but to use this alternative. Mdm Yoon asked whether Choi Dong Yi understands what she is saying. Choi Dong Yi acknowledge. Mdm Yoon tells that they are expensive medicine & it must not have any mistakes. Choi Dong Yi acknowledge & bear it in mind. Mdm Yoon’s maid asked Mdm Yoon is time to leave & they left, leaving Choi Dong Yi to wait on the medicine
Kim Heon’s student come to the pharmacy & passes Mdm Yoon. Kim Heon’s student went to buy some medicine & when it is time to pay, he is surprise to find that the medicine cost 5 nyang then only pay the staff 2 nyang in cash, & 3 nyangs in Jeohwa. Kim Heon’s student passes Choi Dong Yi & drop a packet of medicine on the ground, where Choi Dong Yi notice, then calls Kim Heon’s student as she pick up the packet, dust it off & return to Kim Heon’s student, where he thanked her. Choi Dong Yi tells him not at all as Kim Heon’s student finds Choi Dong Yi looks familiar
Joseon Dynasty uses paper money or cheque called Jeohwa made of mulberry bark
Kim Heon walking in the street market finds that the capital has change a lot since he was last here. Kim Heon’s student comes but pauses as Kim Heon asked his student what is he standing there gapping at. Kim Heon tells that he has already got the medicine & they should set on their journey quickly. Kim Heon’s student tells that he saw someone with a Gwi In face. Kim Heon queries on Gwi In face as Kim Heon’s student confirm that it happens to be a girl & her dressing is really ordinary but nevertheless it is wonderful. Kim Heon’s student asked Kim Heon whether he needs to go there to take a look at her. Kim Heon doesn’t believe his student’s assessment & leaves. Kim Heon’s student tells that he now know how to read a face. Kim Heon will not listen & asked his student to give him the packet of medicine to him. Kim Heon asked hoe much it cost. Kim Heon’s student tells that it is 5 nyang. Kim Heon tells that this few packet of medicine cost so much. Kim Heon’s student tells that Kim Heon has not been to the capital for 6 years, Kim Heon’s student asked whether his teacher know what the current prices of the commodity are this days. Kim Heon tells that they are really daylight robbers. Kim Heon’s student tells what kind of wind can able to blow his teacher’s stinginess that he is willing to spent so much money on medicine. Kim Heon tells when a time money needs to be spend, spent it & asked his student to leave. Kim Heon’s student asked his teacher that the girl is not worth looking into that she does possess a Gwi In face. Then Kim Heon asked his student whether she is pretty as Kim Heon’s student confirms that she is pretty to look at. Kim Heon tsk tsk at his student, this is why in his perspective that she has a Gwi In face. Kim Heon’s student denies that it is not that, she indeed…. Kim Heon asked his student to shut up with his slipshod evaluation & asked his student to follow. Kim Heon’s student tells that his teacher is too much & chase after his teacher
Kim Heon greet the Abbot of a Buddhist temple & tell that it has been a while that he suddenly & casually gave the Abbot to care that he should have done to cause such inconvenience to the Abbot & apologise to him. The Abbot tell that it is not at all, the Abbot tells that he has a passing fate with that person. The Abbot tells that Kim Heon arrive just the right time, then the person concern has just return to the temple as they speak. Kim Heon is surprise that the person return. The Abbot turns his head to the direction
The person is none other than Cha Cheon Soo sitting overlooking the scenery of the temple. Kim Heon asked what is Cha Cheon Soo thinking so deeply about. Cha Cheon Soo stands up to greet Kim Heon as he asked Chan Cheon Soo to sit down. Kim Heon tells Cha Cheon Soo that he has been a while. Kim Heon’s student is brewing the medicine
Kim Heon tells Cha Cheon Soo that it has already been 6 years as Cha Cheon Soo confirms that it is really a long time that has already pass by. Kim Heon mentioned that it was exactly like this season & weather that it happens. At the moment Kim Heon & his student use up all their strength to pull Cha Cheon Soo from the river. Cha Cheon Soo recalls the scene that Cha Cheon Soo being pull up to the riverbank after his fall from the ravine. Kim Heon’s student checks Cha Cheon Soo’s pulse then his breathing sign & tells Kim Heon that Cha Cheon Soo is alive, while Kim Heon tries to massage for circulation & asked his student how is Cha Cheon Soo’s condition. Kim Heon’s student tells that Cha Cheon Soo is still breathing, although his pulse is weak but there is life in him. Kim Heon asked his student to go & carry him as Kim Heon’s student carry Cha Cheon Soo to the Abbot in the temple for him to look at him
The Abbot reads Cha Cheon Soo pulse then remove his clothing to find that he is badly wounded wth slash wounds. The Abbot orders medicine of Han Kyeon Chul & In Jin to bring to him then prepare to brew Hwang Yan Hae Duk Tang & asked it to be quick as the Abbot checks for breathing then his pulse on his neck
Han Kyeon Chul is made from chrysanthemum
In Jin is capillary Artemisia & also called Scoparia Wormwood. Capillary artemisia is the whole herb of the perennial plant Artemisia capillaris. Function to clears away damp-heat, normalizes the functioning of the gall bladder and cures jaundice
Hwang Yan Hae Duk Tang is a tonic that remove the toxics from dampness or chills in the body
Return to the present, Kim Heon asked how is Cha Cheon Soo’s health doing. Cha Cheon Soo assures that Kim Heon is seeing him now, he is now well & tell that it was a long time ago. Kim Heon tells that still Cha Cheon Soo needs to be careful with his health that he was so mortally wounded & the body will need time to recover. Kim Heon tell that he spent a few coins to buy him some medicine, then to take it when he is free. Cha Cheon Soo said he will remember to take & thanked Kim Heon
Kim Heon remember when he was fit to leave the sick bed that he wanted to locate a child’s whereabouts, seeing that he is still alone, indicate that Cha Cheon Soo hasn’t found her yet. Cha Cheon Soo tells that he has asked someone to look after Choi Dong Yi for him. He thought that just looking for her, will be all well but even that person whereabout has lost without a trace. Kim Heon asked whether the person is a Gisaeng that he asked her to look after Choi Dong Yi. Cha Cheon Soo affirms that if they know that he is still alive, there will be a method for them to leave their news but they have thought that he wouldn’t survive the incident. Kim Heon asked whether Cha Cheon Soo will continue his search to look for Choi Dong Yi. Cha Cheon Soo asked what is Kim Heon implying. Kim Heon tells that perhaps that the child is no longer in this world, it can’t be said & asked Cha Cheon Soo whether this has never cross his mind. Kim Heon has mentioned that the child’s fate & destiny is bleak. Cha Cheon Soo tells that he doesn’t believe in fates & destinies. Cha Cheon Soo said that Choi Dong Yi may be weak & little but in comparison others that she is really strong willed & she will not be oppress easily by the so called fate & destiny therefore she is still alive. Choi Dong Yi is definitely alive
Cha Cheon Soo ponder until dusk & recall his scenes with Choi Hyo Won last breath telling that because of them, he is indeed fortunate & he wishes to meet him again when the time is not in turmoils. Choi Hyo Won expires. Cha Cheon Soo fight off bravely but slips & fall into the ravine, then his pinky promise to Choi Dong Yi that he will return for her when she asked him when he is coming to get her & she will waited for them no matter how long. Cha Cheon Soo tells in his heart that he has really come too late for Choi Dong Yi & he is sorry therefore she must be really upset with him, this is why Choi Dong Yi is hiding from him, so that he can’t find her & asked where is Choi Dong Yi now
Sul Si between 7-9 pm, Choi Dong Yi finally got the medicine for jang Ok Jung instructed by Mdm Yoon as she heads off to the palace. Choi Dong Yi tells that this is troubled as the curfew is going to start soon & the palace will be closed. Choi Dong Yi brisk walk back to the palace with her medicine. Then she hears the Bosingak bell tolls & know that she is in trouble & runs back to the palace. Then the guard announce that the In Jeon curfew is on & all in queue must proof their identity for people traffic. The guards at the palace is checking stringently as the identification. Choi Dong Yi asked what she is suppose to do as the check is thorough. Choi Dong Yi recalls Mdm Yoon’s maid telling her that she must not let the medicine be discover. Choi Dong Yi tell if she goes in, they will definitely search her package. Then Choi Dong Yi has an idea
Joseon Dynasty the Bosingak bell in Jongno Seoul will be struck to indicate the curfew to start & end & also the opening & closing of the gate. The bell is said to been strike 28 times at 8pm to close the gate & the curfew starts then when curfew ends at 4 am, it will be struck 33 times & the gate will be open to allow people in. Public curfew is from 8pm – 4 am. Then In jeon curfew where people traffic has prohibited to be in the streets at 10pm & must have valid reason to be on the street. There is a reenactment of the toiling of Bosingak Bell all year round but closed on Mondays. The bell is run 12 times at noon around 11:30am-12:30pm
Seo Yong Gil working late as Han Gun Gwan nudge Hwang Jung Gun to speak up. Seo Yong Gil asked what does Han Gun Gwan want to say, to speak up. Han Gun Gwan tells Seo Yong Gil that it is getting late & they should call it a day. Seo Yong Gil asked is it now & he still think….Then he realise it is a in jeon curfew. Hwang Jung Gun tells that it is now Hae Si. Seo Yong Gil apologise that it is his fault over the lost track of time that a foolish superior like him has made his staff suffer then he asked them to leave from work. Han Gun Gwan asked whether Seo Yong Gil is not making his way home. Seo Yong Gil tells that he has not finished looking at the document & asked them to leave 1st. Hwang Jung Gun tell how can they leave when Seo Yong Gil hasn’t leave yet. Seo Yong Gil asked them not to worry & be rest assure to leave. Hwang Jung Gun insists as Seo Yong Gil tell them to leave as an order
Hae Si is the hour of pig between 9-11pm
Then the door open as Seo Yong Gil is busy with his reading then he thinks that it is Hwang Jung Gun returning & tell him that he is a nuisance that he already order them to go home. Sukjong then tells that coming here & intrude on him, he really is sorry. Sukjong is shock to see Sukjong before him as he greets Sukjong & asked what is purpose of his visit to the police bureau. Sukjong invites Seo Yong Gil for drinks. Chief Eunuch stands guard at the entrance of the police bureau
Sukjong pours a cup of wine for Seo Yong Gil & asked him to drink up. Seo Yong Gil turns away to drink his wine. Sukjong tells that he is on a private excursion therefore he drop by the police bureau to have a look. Sukjong has pass the bulk of the investigation on Seo Yong Gil’s responsibility that he is rather apologetic but however this is politics & Sukjong hope that Seo Yong Gil understands his difficulties. Seo Yong Gil understands. Sukjong offer another cup of wine to Seo Yong Gil. Sukjong after this drink, he will return to the palace, if it is too late, then the Eunuch staff will complain with nonstop nagging. Seo Yong Gil tells that what happened the other night was due to the lack of experience. Then Seo Yong Gil asked what he has seen in his private excursion. Sukjong concurs that he was nearly being made a wandering ghost made by the sword, as Seo Yong Gil have said that caution must be taken but however it suddenly became rather interesting & exciting. Seo Yong Gil is surprise at the remark.
Sukjong tell that refer to that night, he has experience something that has never happened in his whole life. It is that night that he felt that he was just an ordinary man that was walking in the street, moreover a child who treated him like a person rather than a King, it is his 1st time. Seo Yong Gil asked to whom is the child Sukjong is referring. Sukjong explains that the child who discover the body of the craftsman that is a servant from the music bureau then tries to recall Choi Dong Yi’s name then he tells Seo Yong Gil that her name is Dong Yi…Cheon Dong Yi, although that she is really rude but she is really very intelligent & quick witted, if it was for the effort of that child, this case wouldn’t have concluded. Seo Yong Gil finds Choi Dong Yi’s name familiar but Choi Dong Yi doesn’t use her real surname “Choi” but “Cheon”.
Sukjong asked what is wrong with Seo Yong Gil with that frown expression & asked whether he is not well. Seo Yong Gil brushes as nothing that Sukjong mentioned the child name that got him wondering whether he know that child. Sukjong surprise that Seo Yong Gil might know Choi Dong Yi. Seo Yong Gil affirms but her surname is not “Cheon” therefore she is not the girl, her surname is “Choi”. Sukjong nods & toast another cup
Sukjong return to the palace & sense something as he turns around, he sees Choi Dong Yi attempting to climb the palace fence as Chief Eunuch whisper to Sukjong. Sukjong hushes to be quiet as Choi Ding Yi makes many attempts to scale the fence. Sukjong asked his entourage to leave. Chief Eunuch tells that Choi Dong Yi is trying to return to palace illicitly as Sukjong tells them not to bother & asked them to leave
Sukjong goes to Choi Dong Yi who is trying to scale the fence & tells that he thought that fences need a push up to climb over. Choi Dong Yi greets Sukjong in his “Officer” title. Sukjong looking at her, it seems that this is an old bad habit of hers.
Choi Dong Yi: Your Excellency!
Sukjong: Now that I am looking at it, you little girl, this seem to an old bad habit of yours
Choi Dong Yi: Why are you here?
Sukjong: I was just passing through then suddenly I hear a sound of a little canine’s yelp
Choi Dong Yi: What?
Sukjong: Then when I came over to look so it seem that it is you Pungsan
Choi Dong Yi: Pungsan?
Sukjong: Once bite, will never release his prey from its jaw…that Pungsan
Choi Dong Yi laughs as Sukjong accompany with action
Sukjong: However, I can’t allow you to climb over the fence & let you step on me…..Come with me
Choi Dong Yi: Where….Your Excellency?….. Your Excellency?
Choi Dong Yi chases Sukjong. Choi Dong Yi is worried
Choi Dong Yi: Didn’t you mentioned that you can bring me to the palace?….How can we just walk & breeze through like that
Sukjong: Stop nagging….just come with me
Choi Dong Yi: I am already late therefore I must sneak back to the palace. If we walk here, there will be station guards
Sukjong: I tell you there is any….come with me quickly
Choi Dong Yi: Your Excellency?….. Your Excellency?…Don’t bluff…really there is….the guard will be sentry in their position….I have already seen it
Sukjong marches forwards as Choi Dong Yi looks around her in anxiety. Sukjong arrive at the gate only to see that it is unmanned
Choi Dong Yi: Oh! There is none…..
The she looks around
Choi Dong Yi: Where did they all do?….They were here just now
Sukjong: I have asked them to go away
Choi Dong Yi: What?
Sukjong: What are you still standing there….quickly aren’t you going to enter….
Choi Dong Yi follow closely to Sukjong as they enter the gate
Choi Dong Yi: This is really strange?
Sukjong & Choi Dong Yi in the palace ground
Sukjong: Fine…..From here you proceed your left & follow that direction, you will able to see the music bureau
Choi Dong Yi: Thank you, Your Excellency
Sukjong:….also the next time, please don’t ever stir up trouble again, that you need to go & return early. It seem that I must start to keep & eye on you, it seem that you are a juvenile with problems
Choi Dong Yi: Ah! The official in Music bureau all say the same thing, but don’t under estimate her, she has received a grand reward from the King
Sukjong: Indeed?…received a reward
Choi Dong Yi counts the item of her rewards with her fingers
Choi Dong Yi: Yes, there was gold bars, jade norigae, silk hanbok…
Sukjong laughs
Choi Dong Yi: It is Your Excellency who have given a mentioned to the King about me?
Sukjong: Yes, this is correct, I did mentioned in passing but never would I have thought that the King has render such a grand reward
Choi Dong Yi feels grateful
Choi Dong Yi: The King has given such consideration to even the people like me, that I feel that the King is a prudent & benevolent monarch
Sukjong is smiling ear to ear at Choi Dong Yi praise for him. Sukjong then show his qualification that his heart is really vast. Choi Dong Yi concurs that the King indeed is so. Sukjong tells that goes without saying. Choi Dong Yi said that it is getting late & she must be off. Sukjong acknowledge as Choi Dong Yi thanked Sukjong for his help & asked him to be careful while walking. Choi Dong Yi bow & thanked him as Sukjong waves her away
Chief Eunuch comes to greet Sukjong as he acknowledge them. The Chief Eunuch wonder why Sukjong is paying so much attention on Choi Dong Yi. Sukjong tells that it is indeed, today he can’t have her climb over the fence. The Chief Eunuch is surprise at the remark. Sukjong laugh & asked his entourage to leave
Seo Yong Gil in his office recall Sukjong that the girl who discover the corpse is a servant in the music bureau & Sukjong tells that her name was Cheon Dong Yi. Seo Yong Yi tells a servant in music bureau, that is definitely worth a consideration. It is not hard to alter the surname if she wanted to. Choi Dong yi hides the medicine package with the drums instrument as Choi Dong Yi is glad they finally made it & she can present to Jang Ok Jung tomorrow. Choi Dong Yi sits on the step & looks towards the night sky & tells that her father must have sent off the guards away, for her to return safely. Choi Dong Yi asked her father whether he remembers that when she was young, he has mentioned to her that the person being noble or low born is not determined in the status but in the heart. If the heart is low born then it dictates the person to be vulgar & if the heart is noble then it will dictates the person to be noble. Choi Dong Yi tell her father that Jang Ok Jung is exactly that person that in her heart she is really noble & magnanimous & asked her father that she too hope that she able to become magnanimous like Jang Ok Jung, that no matter what it may be that in her heart she has maintain courageously noble in mind & heart
Jeongjo mentioned the exact same words to his son Crown Prince Mun Hyo about his mother Seong Seon Yeon when the official opposes his installation as Crown Prince because of his mother’s background. It seems Royal Consort Suk Bin of Choi has passes this message down to her descendants.
Choi Dong Yi passes Mdm Yoon’s medicine to Chu Sang Gung, then relay the message that these are medicine tonic. Chu Sang Gung acknowledge & tell that the effort is all her is running the errand successfully & asked her to leave
Then the palace maid brought some utensil & Choi Dong Yi notice the brass knife. Then Choi Dong Yi approach Chu Sang Gung & if she mind asking whether the medicine is Chung Wi (motherwort). Chu Sang Gun tells that whether Choi Dong Yi open the packet of medicine to have a look. Choi Dong Yi said she didn’t & how could she. Chou Dong Yi could smell the medicine. Chu Sang Chung asked what is the matter then. Choi Dong Yi tells that motherwort has a taboo on how the herb is to be handle that it must use a specific material of knife to enhance its potency therefore it is forbidden to use brass knife & tells that they have to use silver of bamboo knife to cut the herb. Chu Sang Gung is surprise that there is such taboo & asked how did Choi Dong Yi obtain such knowledge. Choi Dong Yi tells that she has read on the herb some time ago. The musicians in music bureau little illness & health ailments is never ceasing therefore she read up in order to that she might have to use it for emergency later. Chu Sang Gung asked whether it is really as Choi Dong Yi affirms Chu sang Gung. Chu Sang Gung seems to be pleased with Choi Dong Yi
Chung Wi is motherwort or commonly know in Korean as In Mu Chu. Motherwort (Leonurus sibiricus) uses is to improve fertility and reduce anxiety associated with childbirth, postpartum depression & menopause but do not use during pregnancy as Motherwort helps bring on a delayed or suppressed menstrual flow, especially when someone is anxious and tense. This herb was featured in Yi San. Choi Dong Yi emergency remedies for Motherwort is useful for headache, insomnia, and vertigo. It is sometimes used to relieve asthma, bronchitis, and other lung problems, usually mixed with mullein and other lung herbs. The herb may help heart conditions aggravated by nervousness because of its ability to improve mental outlook and reduce the effects of stress
Mdm Yoon visit her daughter in the palace as Chu Sang Gung hands the medicine tonic to Jang Ok Jung. Mdm Yoon tell that there is no other greater medicine tonic for fertility than this tonic & asked her daughter to drink it quickly while it is still hot. Jang Ok Jung tells Chu Sang Gung how long has Chu Sang Gung serve her. Chu Sang Gung reply that it is more than 6 years. Jang Ok Jung tell that it is indeed, but all this while, she has been wrong about Chu Sang Gung’s disposition. Jang Ok Jung tells whether Chu Sang Gung think that Jang Ok Jung will drink this medicine tonic. Chu Sang Gung apologise as Mdm Yoon is surprise at her daughter’s remarks. Jang Ok Jung asked that this medicine tonic be dispose then all the medicine herbs to be throw away & asked that it will be quickly done. Mdm Yoon is dumbfounded at her daughter’s actions. Mdm Yoon shock that how can her daughter throw away these medicine.
Jang Ok Jung advice her mother never to do this again. Jang Ok Jung asked does her mother already know by doing this, it will harm onto themselves. Jang Ok Jung tells that the matter with her fertility will handed it to the Royal physician to managed will be sufficient. Mdm Yoon tell how can that be sufficient, all the expensive tonic will be prioritize for Queen Inhyeon & she asked her daughter that she doesn’t know about the matter. Jang Ok Jung tries to appease her mother’s concern as Mdm Yoon tells that Jang Ok Jung still has the favour of Sukjong but heavens can’t even predict or trust what goes on in a men’s heart. Sukjong is still very much a man, therefore before that happens Jang Ok Jung must quickly get herself impregnated with a Prince. Jang Ok Jung question that she can trust Sukjong who sleeps beside her pillow therefore she needs to be conceived with Prince to guarantee that he doesn’t change his heart. Mdm Yoon affirms the fact. Jang Ok Jung tells her mother that she will not depend her trust on either Sukjong or the child, she only give trust to herself & her ability
The palace maid calls out for Jang Ok Jung & inform that there is trouble. Jang Ok Jung asked what is the matter. Chief Eunuch rushing to Sukjong to inform as Sukjong is surprise that the medicine tonic send to Queen Inhyeon has gone awry. The Chief Eunuch confirms that when food is tested the silver chopstick changes colour & tarnished. Sukjong is shock. Queen Inhyeon’s residence is feel with frantic human traffic of woman physician & palace maid. Queen Inhyeon’s personal sang gung tells what is happening here. Queen Inhyeon is quite startled by the incident. The Court physician goes & test all food & beverage & find the finding strange. The Joint Chief of staff asked whether it is confirmed. The court physician that they have test several time but all with the same result as the silver turn black. The Joint Chief of staff what is the explanation to the matter. The Court physician is not clear what is going on, this is why he finds it strange. The joint chief of staff explains what the Court physician meant by strange & what is he trying to implied. The Court physician can’t explained
Silver chopsticks is use by Chinese emperor not presumably to show wealth, but for their own protection as well. Emperors would have “food taste testers” but however for extra security, the Emperors prefer to use his own silver chopsticks during every meal. Silver chopstick would turn black in the presence of poison, therefore the royal family uses silver chopsticks to prevent assassinations.
Oh Tae Seok is informs that they can’t find the reason to the incident. Oh Yun confirms that they need to thoroughly investigate is matter further but asked Oh Tae Seok to be rest assure that the Court physician has mentioned that they have use egg yolk in the tonic will also can tarnish silver & tell that there is nothing to be overly concern . Oh Tae Seok & Oh Yun are in Jang Ok Jung’s residence. Oh Tae Seok asked Oh Yun whether he is really certain. Oh Yun tells that this is purely an accident & this happens quite common. Jang Ok Jung & Oh Tae Seok don’t look all that sure with the explanation
The sulphur (livetin) content in the egg yolk will tarnish silver
Sukjong queries that the Court physician still can’t precisely pin point the cause of the tarnish. The Chief Eunuch affirms but the Court physician hasn’t found any source on where the tampering come from, therefore they can be rest assured. Sukjong tells that even with the assurance, they need to find out the cause & inform that the they have to finds the root cause to the incident. The Chief Eunuch acknowledge
Kim Heon’s student bringing the medicine he brew to Ch Cheon Soo & finds that Cha Cheon Soo is wearing his shoes & carrying a haversack & asked if he is off to somewhere as Cha Cheon Soo said he is. Kim Heon sending Cha Cheon Soo & tell that it has already that time of the year & that Cha Cheon Soo wants to set a memorial ritual for them. Cha Cheon Soo said that he has been finding Choi Dong Yi all this time that he has left the capital just as long & he has never properly did a memorial ritual for them, now since he is the capital, it should be befitting that he does a memorial for them. Kim Heon asked him to go & safely return soon
Cha Cheon Soo goes to the ravine where Choi Hyo Won has his last stand with the police. Meanwhile Choi Dong Yi drying out the laundry. Then Choi Dong Yi asked the music bureau staff what time is it now. The staff tells her that it is now Mi Si. Choi Dong Yi surprise that the time has already come so quickly then she hurries with her laundry. Oh Ho Yang is spying on her then he tells that Choi Dong Yi really drives him crazy & what is wrong with him. The more that it is forbidden, the more he feels that Choi Dong Yi is pretty. Oh Tae Pung looking at the document & tells the Senior musician to proceed as suggested. The senior musician acknowledge. Then an official give a document to asked Oh Tae Oung how to go about resolving this matter. Oh Tae Pung tells that over the petty matter, asked them to just handle as they see fit. The official is surprise at Oh Tae Pung’s remark. The senior musician takes the key & tells that they will know how to handle the matter & leaves.
Mi Si is the hour of sheep between 1-3 pm
Oh Tae Pung finds himself feeling really tired that this is just a mere music bureau, why is there so many things to do that he doesn’t even comprehend what they are saying. Then Oh Ho Yang comes calling to his father as Oh Tae Pung asked why is he doing here & calling loudly “father”. Oh Ho Yang tells there is no one around to hear them. Oh Ho Yang asked his father for favour. Oh Tae Pung asked what is it then. Oh Ho Yang tells that he is referring to that servant of the music bureau who has disgrace him in front of the music bureau. Oh Tae Pung asked whether his son wants to be in trouble again. Ph Tae Pung has already mentioned that Choi Dong Yi is a no no. Oh Tae Pung tells his son to finds trouble with servants, it will bring no benefits to himself, furthermore that Choi Dong Yi has currently has Jang Ok Jung rested favour. Oh Ho Yang suggest to his father to make her a Gisaeng. Oh Tae Pung is surprise at his son suggestion as Oh Ho Yang insist his father render him a favour if his father is worried about her status as a servant, just make Choi Dong Yi a Gisaeng in the music bureau. Oh Tae Pung asked his son how to go about it. Oh Ho Yang tells that he did a check up on Choi Dong Yi, it is said that she didn’t starts as a servant in music bureau. Oh Tae Pung asked whether this is true
Han Gun Gwan goes to get the music bureau’s staff register from the palace & the official tells Han Gun Gwan that all personal details of the staff are all noted here. Han Gun Gwan thanked the official. Seo Yong Gil is inform that Choi Dong Yi came to music bureau 6 years ago. Han Gun Gwan confirms & passes the music bureau register to Seo Yong Gil to look. Han Gun Gwan following Seo Yong Gil instruction to investigate the background of the servant Cheon Dong Yi of the music bureau, it is confirm that she enter the music bureau as a servant 6 years ago. Seo Yong Gil asked whether perhaps this person is none other than Choi Dong Yi
Seo Yong Gil tells Hwang Jung Gun that he will be making a trip to music bureau & make preparation for the journey. Hwang Jung Gun acknowledge the wonder why the sudden business Seo Yong Gil has with the music bureau. Choi Dong Yi walking in the streets then goes to buy some memorial apparatus. Choi Dong Yi goes to location where her father passed away then inter scenes when she was young where she found the pouch she sew for her father as she came back for the 1st time to the location after 6 years. Choi Dong Yi calls out to her father, her brother & Cha Cheon Soo, have they seen it that she is still here (surviving), still here surviving & carry on with life. Choi Dong Yi sebae on her memorial ritual. Choi Dong Yi warms the wine cup the throw over the ravine, then follow by an offering of red dates & chest nuts then asked her father to enjoy the offerings then also asked her brother to have some. As Choi Dong Yi was packing up, the Geumgae insignia headband that Cha Cheon Soo gave her slip put from her sleeves, as she takes out & looks then place it to her heart. Cha Cheon Soo makes his way to the ravine to do his memorial for Choi Hyo Won as he comes to the spot where Choi Hyo Won passed away then recalls the scene where Choi Dong Joo was struck down by flights of arrows as he apologise to Choi Dong Joo that he is still alone & that his sister that he has asked to look after, he can’t safeguard her & that he is still living as a person who is pompous that never keep his promise. Choi Dong Joo return after her memorial service & walking down the mountain as Cha Cheon Soo sebae the spot where Choi Dong Won died with his own set of memorial ritual. After paying his respect, he looks at the scenery only to notice the headband of the Geumgae insignia being tied to a branch. Cha Cheon Soo realise that this headband is with Choi Dong Yi then recalls him giving to Choi Dong Yi to asked her to remembers the insignia & no matter where she leave this insignia, Cha Cheon Soo will find her no matter how. Cha Cheon Soo said that this is the headband that he gave Choi Dong Yi, then calls out for her then runs around the mountain looking for her, calling for her. Choi Dong Yi return to the street market then only ot remember that she left the headband that Cha Cheon Soo gave her at the memorial site as she looks at her sleeves to be sure then asked what is she suppose to do that she forgot to take the headband back from the memorial then she walks back to the direction that she must have left the headband there then the guard asked her to stop
Guard: Halt!…….Stop where you are
Choi Dong Yi stop at her tracks & turns around to see soldiers
Choi Dong Yi: Are you calling for me?
Guard: Yes that is correct…Are you the servant from music bureau name Cheon….Dong Yi?
Choi Dong Yi: Yes, I am, what can I do for you?
Guard: What are you waiting for? Quickly apprehend this girl at once!!!
Soldiers: Yes!!!
Choi Dong Yi being carry in escort by the soldier as she is shock