Shin, say something.
If you don't, if you don't...
I have something to say...
I love her.
I love her very much.
I think this one phrase just cleared all doubt and speculation.
Is the Crown Princess posing like that on purpose? Hye Myeong?
Yes, grandmother.
If you pose like that, you look like a movie star.
She really does look like a star.
I'm not sure I like what she's wearing though.
I wish it were more demure.
I will let them know, Your Majesty.
We're almost out of time now. The interesting stories made time fly.
Crown Prince, Crown Princess. Thank you for being here today.
Wait a minute!
Yes?
I have something to say.
Please, go ahead.
You see...
We were going to divorce...
- Divorce? - Well...
Yes, that's right.
We have thought about divorce.
I told Her Highness we didn't have to mention that today but...
She has a very honest personality, so now you know.
What are you saying?
It's true. We did not marry of our own will.
Does that mean it really was a marriage of convenience?
That phrase isn't quite right.
Forgive me, Your Highness.
There were no political or other such ties involved in our marriage.
If that were so
I would have married into a politically-influential family.
Then for what reason...
It was an agreement between King Seong Jo and Her Highness' grandfather.
I see, well that makes me wonder
what the reason for keeping that promise a secret was.
There is a saying that goes, "The King never wastes his breath."
The promise a King makes is unlike a promise an ordinary citizen makes.
Then out of respect for your elders, you had no choice but to get married.
It was a shocking order
and one that we had great difficulty accepting.
As the papers said
I even went so far as to ask a good friend to marry me.
But in the end, it was agreed that...
We were the ones who consented.
There are many things that do not seem to follow common sense.
This was one of those events.
Now, I am thankful for those events. And...
I'm even more thankful to the Crown Princess for making that decision.
Please try to imagine the loneliness and hardships she faced
as an ordinary high school girl living in the palace, knowing no one.
Having to come into a full household as the new Crown Princess.
This girl, now my wife
is so gentle and always has tears in her eyes.
Watching her overcome her tears
I fell in love with her.
Please look inside yourselves.
She is not perfect. She is still young.
But she is trying her hardest with the hand that she has been dealt.
I'm sure all of you can feel some love for the Crown Princess.
The only thing that is left...
Is for everyone to forgive us.
Yes. We've been with the Crown Prince and Princess until now.
Thank you so much for being here.
It was a pleasure. Good night.
How could the Crown Princess bring up divorce in front of the entire nation?
Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
Maybe the Crown Princess said it by accident?
How can you make a mistake like that!
We are supposed to be a model to this country's people. To mention divorce!
That one reckless word has destroyed our dignity and authority.
How can we expect to be loved and respected by the people now?
Your Majesty, please calm down.
Do you think that is possible in a situation like this?
If this isn't a display of the Crown Princess' contempt for us, what is it?
Your Majesty, I will take my leave now.
I believe a large hurricane is approaching soon.
Your Majesty, please do not worry.
Don't worry?
Does this seem normal to you?
I wonder how Shin really feels.
His hand is warm but did he really speak the truth about his feelings?
Or was it like his smile? Just an act for the people?
Shin, about today...
Close your mouth.
Your Highness
His Majesty has ordered you return to the palace immediately.
Are you saying you didn't know about this?
Appearing in a public setting together is entirely your responsibility.
How can you come back here after what you've done?
I'm so sorry, Your Majesty.
I asked the Crown Prince.
Crown Princess, how could you say something so carelessly?
Please forgive me.
In our entire history, this is the 1st time "divorce" was spoken in public.
What in the world happened?
What happened that the subject of divorce came up?
I just... It was an accident.
I don't know why I did it either.
If His Highness didn't take over then, I don't know what would've happened.
Who is covering for who here?
Why aren't you saying anything!
If you want to blame someone
what about the adults who brought her here?
What?
Crown Prince!
I earnestly request that you teach this unworthy Crown Princess
the proper etiquette and speech that is befitting her position.
Crown Prince, what is this I'm hearing?
You show no signs of remorse and are suggesting we take responsibility?
I haven't done anything wrong, so I have nothing to apologize for.
We will go back to our rooms and meditate on this matter.
How could you speak that way? Now things are even worse.
If I didn't
we would've been there apologizing all night long.
But he was so angry. Shouldn't we have apologized first?
Then I think you should apologize to me first.
What?
For the first time in my life
I made an earnest request to someone.
I've never felt as wretched as I do today.
I specifically asked you... To let it go for today.
I said I would take care of things when the time was right.
- Shin... - I trusted you during the interview.
In the end, with those thoughtless lips of yours, you crushed everything.
I don't know anything anymore.
But I was being honest.
I had no confidence about living in the palace...
Or you liking me...
That's why I said it.
I didn't know it would destroy the Royal Family's authority...
That it was such a stupid thing to do.
You didn't consider my feelings for one second.
I had no way of knowing whether what you said was the truth or not.
Because it was an interview...
And... You also...
It was the truth!
That was the first time I've ever said those words!
Not as Crown Prince
but as a man confessing his love to a woman.
And you trampled all over it.
That was never my intention...
Somehow you opened my heart without my permission.
You woke me up
and pulled out hidden parts of me.
Something was wrong with my heart. And I kept thinking about you.
And if I didn't see you, I'd miss you.
I started laughing because of you.
Like an idiot.
You turned me into a fool and then you brought up divorce.
The one who betrayed my heart...
Wasn't me but you. Never forget that.
She is still young and she made a mistake.
Please be understanding and forgive them, Your Majesty.
Didn't you see the way he acted?
How can I meet with any of the elders now?
Will we ever be free from criticism of the Crown Prince?
I think the Crown Prince was hurt by what the Crown Princess said.
I am beginning to doubt his character.
Look at Prince Ui Seong.
He has all the qualities a King should have.
Is it because you still feel for Queen Hwa Yeong?
Enough to enthrone her son?
Your Majesty!
That will not happen.
If you have other intentions,
I will stand by the Crown Prince.
Why would Chae Gyeong say that?
I don't think it was a careless mistake.
The Royal Family must be in chaos right now.
So does Piggy have another guy?
Is she divorcing because of him?
What do we do? Honey, this worries me.
She looked horrible back in the cafe.
Honey, let's go bring our Chae Gyeong home.
I'm worried she's going to starve to death.
Mom, I'm worried about Piggy too.
Let's go get her and raise her here.
Should we try calling?
No, we don't want to make things worse by acting carelessly.
What do we do, honey?
What?
Well...
- What? - What is it?
Deposal.
What if they depose her?
Oh no...
Then Piggy will have to...
Why is it taking all day to film that?
Yeah. Gang Hyeon...
You don't think Chae Gyeong will be deposed, do you?
Well, I don't have a good feeling about it.
Imagine if someone found out who that young guy she was with was.
I don't even want to think about it.
Chae Gyeong must be going through so much right now...
What do we do?
Hey. In, what's wrong?
She's making me laugh too much. Use someone else.
Hey! Duckling! Stop quacking and do your job.
Nothing's going right without Shin here.
Hey! Again, one more time from the beginning.
Hey, Hwan. Take the camera.
Beautiful swan, won't you be my model?
Gross! I'm going to barf.
I have made sure that the car thieves no longer say anything.
Good.
The problem is they're looking for that guy after what she said.
Yul may be in danger.
Your Majesty, pardon me for saying this,
but if His Majesty would forgive her,
I believe no one would be able to say otherwise about this problem.
Yes. Using that child may be another method.
Shin, I'm sorry.
Wait.
You said you loved me.
If you were being honest.
If you were, can't you try to understand me?
Is saying sorry not enough?
I didn't know it would come to this.
Since I came, I may have seemed happy all the time.
But that was only to hide the fact that I was scared and anxious.
When I wore all those pretty clothes, I felt like they were borrowed.
The clothes of the Crown Princess are too heavy and unmanageable now.
That's why I wanted to take them off and run away.
I was so busy thinking about myself, I didn't think how it might hurt you.
I'm sorry...
I'm so sorry.
I'm sorry...
It still bothers me why the Crown Princess would bring up divorce.
I can't help but feel there is some sort of connection.
Your Majesty, do you believe she told the truth?
Didn't the ones who stole her car change their story again?
I don't think she lied to us.
Your Majesty, do you love me?
When the Crown Prince expressed his love for the Princess today,
my heart jumped.
Not so much from the shock of hearing her talk about divorce...
But from the feeling I could see the Crown Prince had for her, deep within.
It moved my heart.
And I envied her.
It occurred to me that a woman who is loved by her husband,
can do anything.
- Leave us, Lady Park. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Have a seat, Crown Princess.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Because you brought up divorce,
the fading scandal has come back to life.
I'm sorry.
There is something I need to know.
I have a feeling I know how Prince Ui Seong feels.
But I want to know how you feel about Prince Ui Seong.
How I feel?
The line between friendship and love is often hard to see.
Truthfully, I want you to tell me what feelings you have for him.
I have never thought of Prince Ui Seong as more than a friend.
Can I trust that you're telling the truth?
Yes, Your Majesty.
Your Highness, Queen Hwa Yeong would like to see you.
Her Majesty?
Your Majesty, the Crown Princess is here to see you.
Bring her in.
Welcome, Crown Princess. Have a seat.
Yes, Your Majesty.
It's tough, isn't it?
It's my fault everything happened.
How could you have known?
Everyone makes mistakes.
Do you know what you're going to do?
I'm not sure what I should do.
This incident hurt the King and the Royal Family's pride. It looks bad.
Is there anything I can do to gain his forgiveness?
Do you really want to be forgiven?
Yes.
I believe this situation calls for extreme measures.
What do you mean by that?
Do you know what the Bow of Penitence is?
No matter how angry he is,
if you do the bow, he will be moved.
Your Majesty, with your troubled mood, I worry about your health.
I am concerned about the success of the Royal Family.
We should attend more events at a time like this.
Your Majesty, the Crown Prince is here to see you.
Tell him to come in.
Return back to where you came.
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, today's National Museum event is particularly important.
It is related to our cultural assets and His Highness should escort you.
That is why I refuse to go with him!
Your Majesty, how can you say such a thing?
Today is when we introduce our culture to ambassadors the world over.
That is why I will take Prince Ui Seong, who is knowledgeable in the arts.
If that is your will, I will leave you now.
Crown Prince, what kind of attitude is that?
Your duties are to escort His Majesty and guide our nation.
Your Majesty, Prince Ui Seong is here to see you.
Bring him in.
Your Highness is here as well.
I have heard of your work concerning our cultural assets.
I am merely doing what my duty calls me to do.
Your Majesty, I have something to discuss with you before we leave.
Go ahead.
What if we asked Japan to return the assets taken in the Joseon Dynasty?
That would be very meaningful indeed.
Then, I will take that to mean you give permission and proceed.
Prince Ui Seong was up all night researching for today, Your Majesty.
Really?
I feel much better knowing that you're here, Prince Ui Seong.
That is more credit than I deserve.
Your Majesty, it is time to leave.
Fine.
Your Majesty.
Your Majesty, please forgive me. Everything was my fault.
This will not remedy the situation nor make it disappear.
Lady Choi, take the Crown Princess away.
Your Majesty, everything was my fault. Please forgive me.
Let me ask you one thing then.
Was the reason you spoke of divorce because of that young man?
Why can't you answer?
Let me ask you one more thing.
Was the person with you really your father?
Well...
Prince Ui Seong, let's go.
Get up.
This won't work on him.
It's no use doing this. Stop wasting your efforts.
Still, if I sincerely apologize, he'll forgive me.
Don't you know?
In a situation like this, sincerity means nothing.
Stop being so stubborn.
Stay out of it. I'm going to take care of this.
Fine. Do whatever you want.
Your Majesty, are you well?
Oh, yes. Prince Ui Seong.
Is the Crown Princess still there?
I believe so.
Because this place has cultural value, the repairs will be made with care.
Good.
Advisor Gong.
Yes, Your Highness.
What was this place originally used for?
It originally stored palace records
and later, was used as a palace.
I found love letters between His Majesty and Queen Hwa Yeong here.
You probably knew, since you've been at the palace for so long.
Is what I read in those letters true?
Then this must have been their secret rendezvous place.
I now understand why His Majesty treated Prince Ui Seong in that way.
Your Highness.
Do you think I can work through such twisted relationships?
The heaven that I serve is as high and noble as the suffering it endures.
Your Highness.
These Buddhist statues were returned to us during the Silla Dynasty
as a token of friendship between Korea and Japan.
The materials' quality and technique appear to be the same for all 3 works.
Quite right, Your Highness.
These statues were made in the 7th century
and were found near Yeonggi County, in South Chungcheong Province.
The techniques are all similar
and so they are called the Yeonggi statues.
As you can see,
many works of great value to scholars are currently in other countries.
People may object, because it is a time of multicultural respect
but it is very important for a country to be sovereign over its own culture.
Nurse, it's me.
How's Chae Gyeong?
I see. Okay.
Your Highness, His Majesty is looking for you.
The bow of penitence is done to ask the King to forgive a grave sin.
You only made a mistake.
It does not warrant this bow, Crown Princess.
I'm so sorry, Your Majesty.
Crown Princess, please get up. This is not the way.
I want to be forgiven for my mistake, Your Majesty.
His Majesty mistakenly thinks it has to do with the man you were with.
Tell him the truth.
That is the only way to clear this up. The truth.
I'm sorry.
I can't tell him, Your Majesty.
I think of you so dearly
and yet there are things you cannot tell me.
Your Majesty, I have something to tell you.
Go ahead.
The Crown Princess is still in the same position, waiting for you.
Your Majesty, please forgive her.
It is too much for a frail girl to perform the Bow of Penitence.
This is not your business.
Crown Princess.
Where is the Crown Prince?
Please forgive me. Please forgive us.
Stop making me out to be a coldhearted father-in-law and go back.
This will not take back what the two of you have done.
Your Majesty.
Won't you please be a little bit more loving to the Crown Prince?
He doesn't use the fountain pen you gave him because he treasures it so.
Though he never says anything and never shows anything,
he fears you, yet misses you,
and is so thirsty for your love.
He loves you in the only way he knows how.
Crown Princess.
Do you think that I hate the Crown Prince?
There is no parent in this world that does not love their children.
But the role of a father is to correct his children's mistakes.
(Princess Hours)
Do something about Chae Gyeong.
Do you know how she's doing?
Have you even checked on her at all?
She's going to collapse.
Stop acting hysterical. It's none of your business.
Typical.
If you were just a little more human, I might have given Chae Gyeong up.
But I couldn't send her to someone as cold and selfish as you.
Watch it.
There are limits to breaking laws.
Laws?
You always use palace law as your weapon.
Because of those great laws, I had everything stolen from me!
If you're so bitter, why don't you tear down those laws?
I will.
Very soon.
What?
I don't know what you're thinking...
But one affair is enough.
We don't need another dirty relationship in the palace.
Don't ever speak of my love like that again.
If you do, I don't know what I'll do.
Chae Gyeong, that's enough. Okay?
I'm sorry.
Why are you sorry?
I told you to say it. I did it.
It's my fault.
I didn't say it because you told me to.
I might have wanted to as well.
This is honey water. Have a little.
You look so tired.
Where's Shin? Did you see him?
That creep... He doesn't even care that you're here like this.
So don't expect anything from him.
I can't leave things like this.
I'm sorry you have to go through this.
Your Majesty, are you really going to leave the Crown Princess like that?
What if something happens to her, Your Majesty?
Why do you think the Crown Princess brought up divorce?
That...
Well, as the Crown Prince said...
Do you think I'm stupid?
Your Majesty, how could you say such...
No, Your Majesty.
Though she's been like that since morning, he hasn't gone to her once.
What do you think about that?
Find out who the Crown Princess was with that night.
We cannot just let this go.
We can try talking to His Majesty!
Who's worrying over who now?
You're going to get in trouble because of that idiot Crown Princess.
Now that the King is looking for you, it's only a matter of time.
Did you tell her to do the Bow of Penitence?
I had no choice.
I couldn't let it be revealed you were with her.
Nurse.
They say it's your children who listen to you the least.
It must be true.
Your Majesty, what do you mean?
I thought no one would be more important to Yul than me...
Is this what time does? My son says he's in love.
Not only that, it's with the Crown Princess.
He will soon suppress those feelings, Your Majesty.
Do you think he can really fling away a love that came to him like lightning?
He is like him in far too many ways.
Your Highness, you've been looking at the same page for hours now.
It's a bit hard to understand.
Your Highness, pardon me
but are you going to leave Her Highness like that?
Shouldn't you bring her back now?
Your Highness.
Is that it for today?
You can go then.
Your Highness, please get up now.
You must take care of your health.
If you continue like this, you will become very ill.
Your Highness, please think about your health.
Your Highness, please stop.
You must get up.
This hurts so badly.
But I'm not moving one inch until I'm forgiven.
It's tough enough as it is, so don't make me talk.
You mean the Crown Princess is still out there?
We cannot leave her like that.
She hasn't had a drop of water since yesterday.
I've lived too long.
Your Majesty, please do not speak so unreasonably.
I've lived too long.
That's why I'm seeing things I shouldn't be seeing.
Your Majesty, please help the Crown Princess.
- Lady Seo. - Yes, Your Majesty.
Notify His Majesty, the Queen and Hye Myeong.
I cannot just be an old spectator anymore.
As you command, Your Majesty.
What do we do about this?
His Highness has arrived.
Sit here, Crown Prince.
It's okay. Come here and sit down.
The reason I called you all here is because of the Crown Princess.
How could you leave the young Princess all day in that state?
Please forgive me, Your Majesty.
Please let go of your anger now.
It brings me to tears to see her so.
But the Crown Princess lied.
And she refuses to say who she was with.
Don't you think there is a reason?
If she is innocent, why wouldn't she reveal it?
She was with me.
- Yul. - Prince Ui Seong.
I saw her leaving that day and I followed her.
What?
You were with her?
Yes, Your Majesty.
I believe he went with her as a friend because she has been sad these days.
Prince Ui Seong, I want you to answer this question.
Yes, Your Majesty.
Do you...
Do you have feelings for the Crown Princess?
Your Majesty! How can you say such a thing?
Yes, I am in love with her.
(Princess Hours)
I waited and waited.
I thought my legs would crumble but I thought you'd come!
Even if you were mad, I thought you'd come!
I'm going to make you live here with me for the rest of your life.
That's the price for betraying and hurting me.
Let Chae Gyeong go. You can be King.
I'll give up the throne.
So either we depose both of you or let both of you stay?
A person's heart isn't a piece of paper.
Prince Ui Seong!
You can't fold it or open it whenever you feel like it.
They want to chase him out again? That's too cruel.
I guess this could be the last chance.
No one ever taught me what to say in a situation like this.