Hello? Are you there?
Hello?
Mom, it's me.
I was out buying some food.
Not bad.
What?
Live on TV?
Yes, they pretty much showed the entire ceremony on TV.
It felt strange watching the wedding ceremony and installation and all.
You understand, don't you?
I spent most of the time trying to catch a glimpse of you.
Just like a game of Where's Waldo.
Did you go to your father's grave? Old home?
It's probably in ruins right now.
I leave for Seoul tomorrow.
Really? Hold on a minute.
What time?
Just hold tight a little longer, Yul.
We'll show everyone who forgot about us that we're alive and well.
Leaving us to our misery,
they probably lived in ignorant luxury.
It's their turn now. We'll make them cry tears of blood.
Don't worry, Yul.
I'll take care of everything.
I miss you.
I miss you too.
The Crown Prince spends most of his time split between two palaces.
One is in the traditional Korean style and the other is Westernized.
The Crown Prince studies in the former
and eats and sleeps in the latter.
The modernized building has a pavilion in the center that divides it in two.
One side for the Crown Prince, one side for me. That's where I am now.
Hyo Rin started ballet when she was in the 3rd grade.
I know. It's a little late compared to other children.
But her improvement was amazing.
In the end, she became the best among the students!
Her mother strongly disliked Hyo Rin learning ballet.
You know? It was so hard for me to persuade her.
That was more complicated work for me.
I believe, Hyo Rin is the future of Korea.
And, also my hope.
And I'm sure she'll be the future of the Royal Ballet School.
Here are the documents.
We've never offered such favorable conditions to anyone.
Miss Hyo Rin, you will accept this offer, won't you?
Thank you for supporting my dream.
- Shin Lee... - The news!
- Prince of South Korea is getting married. - It might show something from the ballet contest.
The people of South Korea are eagerly celebrating this marriage.
- And the mood is very festive. - The wedding of the century!
Beautiful and amazing.
Oh, my god!
By the way, Hyo Rin and the Crown Prince attend the same school!
It's the most famous art school for gifted students in Korea!
- Oh, really? - Yeah.
That's wonderful.
We have high hopes that Chae Gyeong Shin will become as honorable as Princess Diana was.
And we sent our congratulations and best wishes from afar.
And now to our special correspondent...
Hyo Rin, what are you doing? Come here.
What is going on in your head?
Do you have any idea who these people are?
Get down here, right now.
I'm so sorry for making you wait.
She's just a little sick. Sorry.
Miss Hyo Rin, would you sign here please?
Why? Is there any problem with the contract?
This was your dream.
It's a full scholarship.
Should I read it for you again?
I'm sorry.
The document is all great.
But...
I will not go to the Royal Ballet School.
The Crown Princess must read the Book of Filial Duty before the classics.
Use a copy in Korean, as she is not familiar with Chinese characters.
Yes, Your Majesty. As you wish.
What were the basics taught to the Crown Prince?
The focus was on developing proper speech, actions and emotional traits.
Yes, those should come before learning of the texts.
Yes, Your Majesty.
You had little trouble adjusting since you are from an upper class family.
Pardon?
Yes, Your Majesty.
The new Princess will have much difficulty, as she is unlike you.
You will need to keep this in mind as you go through her training.
Yes, Your Majesty.
When the King rose to the throne after his brother's sudden death,
if you hadn't been as actively devoted as you were,
the Royal Family would not have found peace as quickly as it did.
I showed nothing then but I had great respect for you.
I'm honored, Your Majesty.
You are watching this morning's procession of Crown Prince Shin.
Crowds filled the streets, sending a round of congratulatory applause.
The ceremony is not over yet.
(Shin Chae Gyeong)
Wake up, Your Highness.
Your Highness, it is morning.
Please wake up.
Your Highness, why didn't you wear the pajamas we brought you?
How could I sleep in such pretty clothes?
My mom bought me this.
You must hurry if you want to be on time.
What time is it?
Am I late?
Where do I go to wash up?
I'll take you there.
What are you looking for, Your Highness?
I'm most comfortable in my track pants.
Where are they?
It's this room.
Wow!
Wow, is that gold?
It's fake.
Remote control.
Mad cool.
You are now officially married.
When a couple's yin and yang join, their bodies and lives become one,
as was meant to be under heaven and on earth.
Tradition holds that this relationship be regarded as sacred,
and whether happy or sad,
the couple always stays together.
Have I bored you with my old talk?
The Crown Prince's bodyguards will be reduced from 14 to 3,
and they will remain outside the school gates.
The Crown Princess will also be provided with bodyguards.
It may be uncomfortable at first,
but it is absolutely necessary.
It will do you well to get used to it.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Thank you for your care and concern.
You're going to keep your promise, right?
Promise?
That you'd let us live in Changdeok Palace.
Oh, that.
It's still under renovation so you need to wait a year and a half.
You told me that if I just marry her, you would move us there right after.
Your Highness! How could you say such a thing right in front of her?
She knows already. I told her.
We'll discuss this later.
This behavior is uncalled for.
Now or later,
I guess you just don't plan on keeping your promise.
What?
Let's go.
I said let's go.
But...
We'll take leave of you now.
So that was all an act?
I knew it wouldn't be easy to move to a different palace right away.
That's why I needed to be a little extreme.
It's a little childish,
but then it just looks like teenage rebellion.
Wow. What a character.
What kind of talk is this? And in regards to such an important matter?
Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
He never questioned orders as a child,
but one day he started acting rebelliously.
We should have sent him to the Royal School.
If you had just listened to my suggestion.
That's not the cause of the problem. Don't you know that?
It's not an exaggeration to say you raised him exactly as you wanted to.
Why would an obedient child suddenly act up?
You've made him into a selfish person who thinks the world is his.
These are your bodyguards.
Wow.
We will do our best, Your Highness.
All 3 women are highly skilled in martial arts, Your Highness.
I've seen you a few times before.
Who are you?
Your Highness, allow me to introduce myself.
I am the official eunuch,
and I take care of the Crown Prince's needs.
Eunuch? You mean...
Hey, get your mind out of the gutter.
There are two different kinds, I believe you are confusing them.
The ones you are thinking about are called "hwangans,"
and people who work as I do are eunuchs in name only.
The eunuchs in the Goryeo period were the best of the best.
The Royal Family's eunuchs follow the same principles.
I see.
I'm sorry I misunderstood, mister.
Please, Your Highness, don't call me "mister."
Your Highness...
What's wrong?
I'm just not used to being addressed as "Your Highness."
I am the Crown Princess. Come and wait on me.
Yes, Your Highness.
Allow me to formally introduce myself.
I am Lady Choi, your teacher.
What? You're teaching me again?
The officials are waiting to hand in reports regarding domestic affairs.
Domestic affairs?
It is the department that oversees the Royal Family's possessions.
If you are tired, we can reschedule it for this afternoon.
What?
There's no need for that...
This is a registry of the assets that will be transferred to you.
All savings, stocks, insurance, land and real estate are listed in detail.
If you have questions or concerns, please let us know.
Since there is much to look over, I will take leave of you now.
Yes.
Thanks bunches. Bye now.
Ten thousand, hundred thousand, million, ten million, hundred million?
I'm rich! I'm the richest girl in the world! Hooray!
Hooray!
(Princess Hours)
(Clothes, shoes, perfume, digital camera! Cell phone!)
(8,000,000 pixels! You're mine!)
- Are you sick? - What?
What are you talking about?
You're laughing like a lunatic.
I'm not crazy.
How could I be crazy? Think of everything I own.
Excuse...
My track pants!
Who are you?
You don't remember?
Oh, the exchange student?
I remember now. I thought it'd been confiscated.
So you're in my class now?
Wow, E.T. phone home.
Hey, guys! Hello, hello.
Gang Hyeon!
Guys, look. I have bodyguards.
Okay, okay. Wait a second. Check this out.
Step 1. Ta-da!
Definite success.
Okay, okay. Next step.
The pants.
Step 2. Also a success!
Come on guys, don't be like that.
I'm going to eat you all.
Bite me.
Are you okay?
Yeah.
Bet you're glad it's over. How was the first night?
What do you think?
What? Did something happen?
Nothing even close to what you guys are thinking.
Well, maybe a little bit.
Tell us.
It's not suitable for children's ears.
Why do the worst ones talk the most?
What do you mean the worst?
Hey, Hyo Rin!
Let's go.
Why? Where?
Where are you going?
See you later.
I guess I'd be like that too.
A common kid like me becoming Crown Princess. It's ridiculous.
It's not like I'm Cinderella either. Anyway, it's ridiculous.
I just have to act like I always have.
Anyway, thanks.
Don't worry about it. I didn't do anything.
You did plenty. You listened to me chattering away.
It is hard work.
Sorry.
Anyway, I'm glad to have met a nice guy like you.
Me too. Anyway.
Hyo Rin was so dumb. A dummy that only knew how to practice.
Everyone at the competition was dumb too.
None of them showed any emotion.
When I dance, I want to show sadness, happiness, anger and secrecy.
So now, I'm going to have fun.
You're going to regret it.
You're going to regret not waiting for me.
Game's over.
But you'll still hang out with me, won't you?
Don't worry. Who said anything about getting between you and her?
Don't you know me at all?
You don't know anything. Dummy.
Shoulders back.
You'll be fine.
Thanks for transferring to my class.
Okay, one, two, three, go...
The girls have something they want to say to you.
What?
First go to the teacher's desk.
Yeah?
Okay.
Thanks guys, I guess this is normal procedure for outcasts.
Thanks for not taking away my desk and chair.
Congratulations, Cinderella.
Congratulations, Your Highness.
- Guess which one's the flower. - Congratulations!
Don't get too excited.
You're a married woman now. Your life is over.
What, finished already?
Congratulations, kiddo.
I'm not even married. Is this fair?
You're on their side too?
If I don't, they'll shun me too.
I can't fight a war at this age.
What are you waiting for? The candles are melting. Blow them out.
One, two, three!
Are you happy?
Was that fun? You're all dead!
And you. I didn't know you'd be in on it too.
You know how I was feeling?
There was nothing I could do.
"Please help us, show us your amazing acting skills."
They wouldn't stop asking.
How was my action?
I know what action is too.
What are you doing? We're late. Get in.
See you.
When did you get here? That was fast.
Are you leaving now?
That's my place, got it?
That's where I'm supposed to be.
A gift.
No, thanks.
Take it. He's got plenty to spare.
We all got one.
It'll be out next month. The features are awesome.
Where do you want to go? You said you were going to have fun from now on.
We're throwing a party for our teacher.
See you tomorrow.
Man, my house is right up that alley.
I used to ride my bike to school.
I wonder if it's okay.
What if it's rusted over from the rain?
I want to ride my bike.
Hey, you.
What do you think you're doing?
It's just that we're right near my house.
Can't we stop by real quick?
Your Highnesses both have studies scheduled right after classes end.
Our Princess. Is she eating well?
Is she sick? Is she causing trouble?
Stop worrying.
She's a sturdy girl.
It may be hard at first but she'll adapt quickly.
I know it.
That would be nice but...
Should we try calling her?
If you do that, it'll make things harder.
Leave her alone to adjust.
How can you not worry?
Your attitude is really something.
I know. Let's just be strong. For all of us.
Phone.
We welcome you like family. This is insurance salesperson, Lee Sun Rye.
He always gets to see his family.
It's not fair. Narcissist.
Narcissist!
Narcissist! Narcissist! Narcissist!
Narcissist.
What?
Nothing.
Anyway, he's the original narcissist.
Be careful!
Did you fix your phone?
No. It's dead.
If you don't mind, may I pick the ribbon?
- All done. - Not bad.
Why didn't you get a bouquet? Flowers are prettier.
I don't like plants without roots.
Would you like a flower bouquet?
No, give me something with roots too.
One moment please.
I think your girlfriend will like it.
How have you been, Your Highness?
Welcome back, Your Highness.
Mr. Choi, I didn't expect you here with your busy schedule.
Of course I came. I wouldn't miss the chance for an exclusive.
(Celebrity News, Choi Jin Ho)
Were you promoted?
Are you trying to ask about the past under that pretense? That's cheating.
So you're Yul.
Yes or Prince Ui Seong.
He looks just like his father at his age.
This is Editor Choi.
He's a reporter and was your father's best friend.
It's nice to meet you. You look so much like your father.
Seoul looks so different.
It seems more organized and artistic.
Yes, it's more refined than I expected.
Have we been gone too long?
Do you think we look like hicks?
Thank you, ma'am.
I'm sorry.
So you know how to be sorry?
I just need a breather.
You'll give me time to prepare, won't you?
Okay, I'll believe in you.
Hurry up.
I'll be back soon.
Your girlfriend is very pretty.
Oh, are you meeting someone here?
Mom, this is...
Hello, my name is Min Hyo Rin.
We go to the same school.
It's nice to meet you. I'm Seo Hwa Yeong.
Goodness! Goodness. Hwa Yeong?
It's me, Ju Yeong. Dance major. You don't remember me?
I thought you went to England and died.
Oh, Ju Yeong. It's good to see you.
You look exactly the same as you did 14 years ago. No, younger.
It's amazing. Are you a witch?
Goodness. Is this your son?
Yes.
My goodness! He's grown a lot.
He looks just like his father.
- You hear that a lot, don't you? - Yes.
You look just like a real Prince.
Oh, forgive me, you are. I'm sorry.
It was good to see you. I'll call you later.
By the way, don't tell anyone I'm back yet. It's a secret.
What was that all about?
Oh, we went to the same school. She graduated before I did.
She was the Crown Princess.
In the early 90s, I think.
Remember the King who died in a car accident.
Yes, I think I saw a documentary about it on TV.
Right. So she and her son had to leave the palace.
And they went to England.
If the King hadn't died so suddenly,
she would've been Queen.
And her son would've been the Crown Prince.
It's such a shame.
It's like a soap opera.
The ceremonies are over. Still no word of Hwa Yeong's movements?
No date has been set,
but according to her family, she may have arrived.
Nothing has been established, however.
There are orders to keep careful watch over Prince Ui Seong.
Are you still worried, even though my health has improved so much?
No.
You are getting better and the worst is over.
The boy worries me.
The boy?
Prince Ui Seong.
Something doesn't feel right.
Not a peep for 14 years,
and suddenly he returns when you are sick.
His mother is to join him soon. It worries me.
Am I being paranoid?
So much time has passed.
I wish everything could be forgotten.
Father won't be happy we came so late.
Let's go in. They're probably waiting.
We should thank them for taking care of father's grave.
I'm sorry we kept you waiting.
Don't worry about it. Take your time.
We suffered a lot, didn't we?
It starts now.
We won't be greedy.
We'll just take as much as we lost.
No more, no less.
We won't move quickly.
A little bit at a time. Slowly.
Got it?
Do we have to eat like this all the time?
Queen's orders.
We have to report what kinds of food,
made from what and how much we ate.
Sheesh.
One more thing.
What?
We have to watch a movie with His Majesty.
A movie? That sounds okay.
You'll think differently once you see what we're watching.
Oh, great. Not those deep, abstract movies?
I can't stand those.
There are some recent movies too.
Don't worry, Your Highness.
Really? Thank goodness.
So when does it start?
Today.
What?
Man, I wanted to take a break after eating.
Take a break?
You have to review your lessons and then watch the movie.
Parents give children bodies, a good child should not harm it in any way.
Succeeding in life and continuing the lineage is a child's filial duty.
Respect one's father first,
then the King, then find success in life.
Your Highness!
You must turn your phone off during lessons.
It's Shin...
I mean the Crown Prince.
Hello?
You know the movie we're supposed to watch later with the King?
I'll head there straight after working out, so don't wait for me.
Don't use that as an excuse to be late.
Right now, you say?
I'll get ready right away.
We mustn't keep His Majesty waiting.
Hello? Hello?
What did you think of the movie?
Me?
Our traditional clothes are beautiful.
I thought yellow, red and dark blue were the only colors used.
After coming here, I realized that I was mistaken.
We're often called the white-clad people,
but I say we're rainbow-clad.
Rainbow-clad... Interesting.
Why's that?
Flowers, leaves, trees, sky, fireflies...
Everything natural in the movie
can be found in the colors of our traditional dress.
The addition of another person has widened the breadth of our thinking.
So, same time next week? Is it a date?
Yes, uh... As your... As you wish.
It's okay. Speak plainly.
Yes, please. I'd like that very much.
Hey, I'm calling as the secretary of the equestrian club.
The guys are upset because neither of us show up to meetings.
They say we should just get rid of the club
if the Crown Prince won't show up.
Who said that? Was it Gyeong?
Tell them to knock it off. I'm not quitting the club.
Piggy, you doing okay?
I'm in the middle of working out.
What? You miss me?
Shut it, I'm going to barf. You're making my skin crawl.
Give it here!
Chae Gyeong? It's me, dad.
How are you, honey?
Why is she calling at this hour?
Tell her to go to sleep.
What?
Really? You're rich?
What's that? Rich?
Did they give her something?
Piggy! Buy your brother a digital camera!
Guess what?
I'm a member of the million dollar round table club.
It's for insurance salespeople with annual salaries over 100 million won.
I can pay off all our debt, so stop worrying about us.
Just worry about yourself. And listen to your in-laws.
Eat well and be careful of getting stomachaches.
And don't fight with the Crown Prince. I mean with my brother-in-law.
Chae Gyeong! That money is the people's taxes!
Don't get overexcited!
Okay, alright!
Why do I feel so empty?
Mom is the Cinderella of the insurance world.
We're free from being badgered by loan sharks.
I thought I could do anything once that was taken care of.
Why do I feel like this?
Why do I feel so lonely and empty?
What's he doing?
Why is a guy like him hugging a teddy bear?
Did something happen to make you look so sad?
Is it because you couldn't marry the girl you wanted?
Because you feel like you lost something?
What about me, then?
This stinks.
(Princess Hours)
Did you hear? Mom and dad are coming to the palace today.
You have class now. Go to the library.
Jerk.
She didn't study much but she's smart.
You could leave her in a desert
and she'd find a way to make kimchi.
What's the secret to such energy?
She was breastfed.
She drank well.
Your Highness, you cannot use your cell phone during lessons.
Mom! Dad!
I miss them so much.
You just act like you care. How could you just send them away?
Do you have a plan?
They have already been set in motion.
I'm sorry.