Check-in Hanyang (2024) s01e09 Episode Script

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FILMING OF CHILD ACTORS DONE
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Hold on.
You taught me a long time ago…
that to win,
one should switch to a game
they are better at.
Today, I finally…
realized what you meant.
Jae-on.
Do not utter my name with that vile mouth.
You can stop now.
Whatever you want to do,
if you do not stop,
you will be in greater danger.
Go far away from Yongcheonru now.
"Go far away"?
You want me to leave now
when I am finally facing you?
I…
I have clawed my way up here.
I cannot leave before I kill you.
You killed my father.
You shall die and atone for it.
Do you believe I killed my mentor?
Do not play dumb with me.
I saw it with my own eyes.
I have never once forgotten it.
That night, 12 years ago…
I remember…
how you killed my father.
How could you do that?
You were closer than family.
How could you?
I have been gritting
my teeth for 12 years,
to pay you back for what you did.
No. That is not true, Jae-on.
That is simply not true. Let me explain.
Shut that vile mouth.
Do you think your words now
will wash away my father's blood
on your sword?
I…
did not kill my mentor.
How dare you call him
your mentor! You traitor!
I never once betrayed my mentor,
not even for a fleeting moment.
I have never done anything
to bring disgrace to him
or abandoned my principles.
Your principles?
Did they lead you to kill him
and take the seat of the innkeeper?
Hong Jae-on.
Leave Yongcheonru.
That is how you hold on to your life
and honor your father's wishes.
Even in his last moments, he beseeched me
to keep you safe.
Lies.
Stop lying!
Why did you stop? Stab me.
If that will bring you peace…
If this is the revenge
you've been dreaming of, stab me!
Why do you hesitate?
You dreamed of avenging
your father's death for 12 years.
I am not who you need to get revenge on.
Do you think I would fall for that?
Recklessly jumping in
will only get you killed as well.
Shut up!
Your father worried about you
until his dying breath.
Do not let his sacrifice go to waste.
I came across something peculiar
while looking into Grand Proprietor Cheon.
It involves the missing person poster
from the marketplace.
HONG JAE-ON
Lord Cheon had a business partner
who died a long time ago.
And he put up the poster
to find the missing daughter.
I wonder why he is looking for her.
I am not who you need to get revenge on.
Recklessly jumping in
will only get you killed as well.
BULLAKHO
You must keep this safe.
You can never lose it.
Do you understand?
Jae-on.
Finding the jade ring
is not the only way to happiness.
Just remember to be content
with whatever you get.
What is this?
So, Prince Muyeong never went to Onyang?
Are you certain?
Yes, my lord.
I knew it…
His Majesty's heart has strayed.
Did he think I would just let him?
As if I would just hand over
the royal throne!
What sort of fool do they take me for?
My lord!
Someone from Yongcheonru is here
with an urgent message.
Who? Is it Seol Mae-hwa?
It is not her…
He says he is the head clerk.
The head clerk?
- He is here to see me?
- Yes, my lord.
Let him in.
My lord!
Who are you?
That is enough. You are plenty handsome.
The day has finally come.
I know, right?
Hong Deok-su is really something else.
She actually did it.
You have been her rock.
After all, Eun-ho and I were
both against it at first.
That is true.
But, I had my reasons
to pursue this as well.
So? When are you going to confess?
Confess?
Deok-su told me
that she was a woman herself,
but she does not know you know.
You should confess you know
before either of you make a mistake.
Oh… About that? Right.
Do you think so?
She arduously acts like a man
in front of you.
If she finds out later
that you knew this whole time,
you will both be in awkward situations.
Right. I should bring it up first.
Yes, tell her before it is too late.
BULLAKHO
This bears repeating.
That is a well-made sign.
Were you two here last night?
Did you two hang it up again?
Hold on.
Where did this come from?
It was not there yesterday.
- What could it be?
- Did something happen yesterday?
No, nothing happened.
Trouble sleeping?
Your eyes are puffy.
Do you have a cold?
Did you get rained on yesterday?
Speak for yourself.
Your ugly face is extremely puffy.
I am… just nervous
about the opening of Bullakho.
Wait, what happened to your hand?
What are you doing?
How could you hurt your hand
right before the opening?
Is it serious?
I see you only worry about Bullakho.
Was I too harsh?
Let's go.
BULLAKHO
Perhaps, there is something
you would like to tell me?
I am not sure.
Is that so?
I hear Yongcheonru is holding
some sort of major event today.
Do you not know?
I am unsure of what you have heard,
but I will look into it if you wish.
How could you hide the fact Yongcheonru
is opening a gambling den from me?
Were you planning to play dumb forever?
How could you even dare
to open a gambling den?
That is a violation of the state law.
The Grand Proprietor is
up to something, is he not?
Something smells fishy. Very fishy.
BULLAKHO
It is all ready.
We will now open.
It is a gambling den
involving the upper class of the capital.
The raid must be swift…
and discreet.
Yes, my lord. Let us leave.
- Well done.
- Twenty one.
Congratulations.
All set.
Get in there and leave no stone unturned!
- Yes, my lord!
- Yes, my lord!
This is amazing.
- Hurry!
- Yes, sir!
- Stop where you are!
- Stop this instant!
Stop at once!
- Nobody move!
- Stop!
Apprehend all those
in violation of state law!
What do we do
if the police bureau shows up?
Just focus on practicing.
Do not worry about such things.
How do you remain so confident?
Goodness…
Because we will not be violating
the state law.
Are you saying
the Grand Proprietor is aware?
My deepest apologies,
but you are not allowed in here, sir.
Wait, you are…
What is all this fuss?
Are you from the bureau?
Today is our day of leisure. Leave us.
Now, go on and keep playing.
My apologies, sir.
Spin it.
Let us go again.
Great. Again.
My lord, let me escort you out.
I implore you
to stay away from Yongcheonru tonight.
What?
Have I ever offered you ill advice before?
This is not the right time.
Please listen to me.
Is that why you--
Damn it!
I can't concentrate with all this noise!
My deepest apologies, my lord!
Pardon my delay.
The bureau is a bit mixed up.
I was just getting amused.
Take care of it immediately.
Yes, my lord.
What are they saying?
You should retreat, my lord.
He is an envoy from Qing.
What? Envoy?
Now,
please enjoy yourselves.
He is a Qing envoy?
Yes, that is right, my lord.
Domestic residents are forbidden
from entering here.
A Qing envoy was in Hanyang?
Even the royal ministers were not privy
to such intel.
How were you?
Was it His Majesty's order?
How could I be privy to the intentions
of such esteemed individuals?
I shall also gladly keep
your rashly executed noble outing tonight
a secret.
Have I ever told you
about how Jun-hwa was named?
Two characters that would attract
great wealth were split with another.
For my immature Jun-hwa,
I have been searching forever
for the bearer of that lost name.
But perhaps,
we might be able to find
a different sort of partner for him.
Young Master Jun-hwa is blessed
when it comes to companions.
I was after Prince Muyeong,
but it seems I have ensnared
a far superior catch.
What a fearsome fate my son has.
How fearsome indeed.
Here, sir.
Good. Great.
Excuse me. I need to wash my hands.
How shall we proceed, my lord?
I swear I will make him pay
for this humiliation.
Withdraw all units.
Yes, my lord.
Let us leave!
It seems things did not go
the way you desired with the Minister.
Are you pleased because they did for you?
Do you still think
that I am reckless?
Why are you two together alone?
Hong Deok-su.
Well done.
As promised,
I shall grant you reinstatement.
Thank you, my lord.
I assume you are in agreement?
Do your best to mentor him.
How fortunate we are
to have not lost such a talent.
Yes, my lord.
Are the guests enjoying themselves?
I was curious to see what sort of pests
would end up swarming around Bullakho.
I never imagined the Minister of War
would show up on the first night.
Let us return.
Yes, my lord.
Whoever the rat is,
they are certainly quick.
- Hong Deok-su.
- Yes, my lord.
When it comes to business,
you must be the most careful about the rat
that gnaws its way into your coffers.
- Do you understand?
- Yes, my lord.
You killed my father.
You shall die and atone for it.
Lord Hong!
You must find the strength. You must flee!
Hong Min-sik.
You must stay alive.
You need to stay alive and experience
the world we dreamt about.
Lord Hong… Why?
Someday…
if my Jae-on ever comes to you…
please look after her.
My Jae-on… Please take good care of her.
Please let go of this sword.
Please let go!
Please check over there.
Let's go!
Jae-on…
Stop lying!
My Jae-on… Please take good care of her.
Of course. I knew
you would be reinstated in no time.
That is right. The manly Hong Deok-su…
returned in no time.
What is wrong with you?
What are you doing?
Gosh. What is with you? So silly…
- Stop!
- Goodness me.
Dust your shoes off before you enter!
Geez…
Sure. Fine.
Shake-shake. Satisfied?
Your clothes too. Do it properly, Deok-su.
Why are you suddenly so obsessed
with cleanliness?
He has been sneezing the whole day.
Perhaps, the cold has him irritated.
No, that is not it. Hey, Lee Eun-ho.
What has you in such a sour mood?
Hong Deok-su.
How could I not be when I have
to share a room with your dirty self?
Then, how about switching rooms with me?
Being too clean is just as bad. Go inside.
What has gotten into you?
What sort of terrible cold is this?
We should get going.
Just say the word.
I will gladly switch rooms with you.
Switch what now?
Congratulations on your reinstatement,
"the manly Hong Deok-su."
Thank you.
Didn't I tell you I would be back soon?
You did. Do not resent me
for what happened back then.
Rules are rules.
Of course, Master Bang.
Well done.
And, Lee Eun-ho. Why haven't you returned
the hammer you borrowed yet?
Must I come all the way here
to retrieve it?
I am feeling a bit unwell…
Return it promptly.
Eun-ho.
Are you asleep?
I am.
What do you do…
if it turns out the goal
you have been sprinting toward
is the wrong one?
Are you talking about Bullakho?
Why? You worked so hard on it.
Do you regret it now?
That is not it.
You will know once you reach the end.
Whether it was the right path
or the wrong one.
And what if I reach the end
and discover that it was the wrong path?
Then, you can just turn back
and correct it.
That is what I plan to do.
You fixed the sign
and hung it back up, didn't you?
I simply hung it back up
because it had fallen.
You were so irritated,
scolding me earlier…
Thanks.
Did you cry because of the fallen sign?
What? Me? Who was crying?
- It is okay to cry.
- I told you I did not.
When I was little…
I could not cry
because I was too wary of others.
And later, even when I wanted to…
I could not.
You can cry here.
Everyone deserves
to have a place like that in life.
You should rest up tonight.
How does a man have such porcelain skin?
He looks like a painting.
Goodness gracious.
Who could have imagined
a Qing envoy would be here?
You know, that Hong Deok-su is
really something else.
Hold on now. I already called dibs
on that young man.
Do not covet him.
Really? It seemed like
Lord Cheon was interested in him as well.
Yes, I hear he is having a luncheon
with them today.
By the way, doesn't it feel like
Lady Seol is falling out of favor?
This will be the very first time
she has not attended
his luncheon.
No, wait…
Maybe it was more than that.
Maybe she was explicitly excluded.
Oh, no…
It is Seong-jin.
Lady Seol is asking
for the Geumok Hall Hospitality Proposal.
Did I forget to submit it?
GEUMOK HALL HOSPITALITY PROPOSAL
Here you go.
Goodness me. What do we do?
What if he heard everything?
"We"?
You rattled on by yourself.
You should be more careful
about what you say.
What if someone spreads rumors?
What will you do then?
I hear Elementary Room performed
the best in Gyohwa Hall this year.
Your work setting up Bullakho
is also appreciated.
We are here to celebrate
your achievements. Enjoy yourselves.
Yes, my lord.
I hear you were
against Bullakho in the beginning.
If it violated the state law,
Yongcheonru would also be in danger.
You are worried about Yongcheonru.
I see you are
an official clerk in every way.
Your father must be so proud.
I have learned so much
since I came to Yongcheonru.
Especially, how to
distinguish real from fake.
Whether it is about objects or people.
Is that so?
Distinguishing real from fake…
And how would you do that?
If it is an imitation of what is real,
then, it is a fake.
Why did you design Yongcheonru
to look like the royal palace?
Do you desire to be the king?
Hey.
I see…
Oh, right. Deok-su,
how did you know
Lady Seol was gifted in dice-rolling?
She mentioned it herself
when she and I were entertaining
a guest at Jakyakjae.
Has Lady Seol been here
since Yongcheonru was first established?
Well… I guess you could say that.
How did Lady Seol manage
to get to where she is now?
It seems you are
quite interested in Lady Seol.
Yes, it is my dream to be
in her position someday.
We may have started
in the Elementary Room,
but our ambitions are great.
You possess the boldness of a great hero.
Despite your delicate,
maiden-like features.
Hong Deok-su.
Is your mother the only family you have?
Yes. My father passed away
when I was young.
Perhaps, that explains
the entangled fates…
Anyhow, the more I look at you,
the more familiar you seem.
The shape of that mouth…
We might end up with indigestion
if you continue to ask such questions.
Yes, you are right. It seems
I have prattled on for far too long.
Hong Deok-su. You should bring
your mother to Yongcheonru one day.
I would love to meet the great woman
responsible for raising
such a respectable young man.
Thank you, my lord. I shall.
That is tasty.
Have I done something wrong, Your Majesty?
Why would you ask such a question
as soon as you enter the palace?
I have only ever been loyal
to Your Majesty for the past 12 years.
I am truly disheartened.
You are failing to make any sense.
Do you know what I witnessed
at Yongcheonru last night?
A secret envoy from Qing?
Without a single discussion with me…
How did that even happen?
How did you manage to meet
an envoy that is here unofficially?
Say it is not so…
Did I just expose
some sort of secret arrangement
between Your Majesty and Lord Cheon?
Minister, be mindful of what you say.
The Qing envoy is here
to celebrate Prince Seonyang's birthday.
Pardon?
In preparation
for the prince's appointment ceremony,
I thought
I would introduce him in advance.
And your impatience led you
to run over here already?
Well, I…
What I mean is that…
Why was this not shared with me earlier?
I am his maternal grandfather.
Why would you need to hide--
Prince Seonyang is
my heir before he is your grandson.
And what is this?
Grand Proprietor Cheon
is searching for the daughter
of his late business partner.
He had given up a few years ago,
but it seems he is at it again.
Such actions
will not bring anyone back from the dead.
Just let him be.
Your Majesty, Lord Cheon's influence
has grown out of control.
And what do you propose we do?
With the continuing bad harvests,
we will be unable to govern
without his gold.
If you leave it to me,
I will remind him of the authority
of the throne and the royal court
so he will never forget again,
Your Majesty.
You know, I could not even tell
what I was eating
with the Grand Proprietor in front of me.
Slow down. You do not want indigestion.
Do not worry.
My belly is surprisingly big
and accommodating.
Deok-su, when do you plan
on bringing your mother?
She will probably run right over
when she hears.
Maybe we should all pay her a visit?
Sure. That sounds great.
Eun-ho, why aren't you eating?
He was sick yesterday.
Did your fever break, at least?
I am not sick.
- Deok-su.
- Yes?
I have something to say.
Can you spare me some time?
What is it? Tell me now.
Later.
I need to speak to you alone.
Okay, then.
I am off.
- Wait. I am done too.
- Okay.
Sit down.
Gosh. What is with you?
Eun-ho.
I would like to ask
for your advice on something.
What? You will confess your love?
Be quiet. They will hear you.
Have you lost your mind?
Why would you confess your feelings?
You cannot do that.
I have feelings for this woman.
I fell for her at first sight.
A woman you fell in love with
at first sight?
I have never felt this way
about anyone before.
Wait, so… You are saying…
that you have feelings for a woman, right?
Come on now. Are you trying
to embarrass me by repeating that?
Is that so?
A woman, you say…
Eun-ho.
Help me figure out
how to confess my feelings.
You made the right call.
I am an expert in such matters.
How fortunate!
When it comes
to professing love for a woman…
Conversation skills.
You should first compliment her
with the sweetest of words.
How?
Pay attention.
"If being beautiful is a crime,
you deserve to be executed."
- What?
- Repeat it.
"If being beautiful is a crime"…
That worked for you?
- Have you really dated before?
- Of course.
You would be shocked to see
how many maidens there are at my home.
Hold on… Don't you trust me?
It is not that…
Then,
let me tailor my advice to you.
Tell me about this woman first.
When we first met, she conned me.
Conned?
I am Hong Deok-su.
Five-tenths.
Our first meeting was fiery.
It did not get any easier
after that, though.
Above all else,
I found her smile the sweetest.
Hey, look!
I like to see you smile.
Please keep smiling
and never leave my side.
That is quite nice.
What? What was that?
Thank you, Eun-ho.
If it goes well, I shall be sure
to treat you to something nice.
Thank you.
Why was I thinking about Hong Deok-su?
Get a grip on yourself, Eun.
He is nothing but the holder
of the brass key.
What is with the swatting? Is it dusty?
I dusted myself off before coming in.
Where are you off to?
What?
This? I am off to spend the night
with my family in Geumok Hall.
Eun-ho? Hey!
What? Yes.
You seem out of it.
Are you still sick?
Why do you keep…
Never mind. You should get going.
Fine, I am leaving.
No…
This is wrong.
Are you sick, Your Highness?
You look a bit pale.
I feel this weight on my chest.
Indigestion?
I have good medicine for that.
You can avoid indigestion
by sharing your tasty treats.
You refused to share any soup last time.
I am still dying
to try Hong Deok-su's soup.
Do not even mention his name to me!
Has he upset you in some way?
I will go catch him right now and--
I told you to stop!
You just never listen.
- But I…
- Follow me.
Goodness. This place is fit for a king.
I know, right?
- How is it up there?
- Dizzying.
Careful now.
This is the very Yongcheonru
that I have only ever heard about.
It is beyond spectacular.
Hold on. When is Deok-su coming?
I will go and fetch him.
You should go inside first.
Wait. Stop.
You can't just wander around in here.
I need to see all the sights!
My goodness.
Thank you.
Yes, thank you.
This is it, Your Highness.
This is the residence
of the deceased Hong Min-sik?
Yes, Your Highness.
He lived here with his sole daughter.
What happened 12 years ago?
Hong Min-sik, the Grand Proprietor's
business partner, died…
and his daughter disappeared.
He must have his reasons for going so far
as to conduct a public search.
Lord Cheon is looking
for the missing half of the brass key.
He must not be looking for his daughter
but the missing half
of the brass key that girl took with her.
Then, what is the brass key
Hong Deok-su has?
It was my father's.
It is the only item of his
that I have left.
He only had one daughter…
HONG JAE-ON
Hong Jae-on…
Hong Deok-su…
Hong Deok-su.
Hey.
- I have something to tell you.
- Now?
But I have to go inside now.
It will just take a moment.
Okay.
I never noticed it when I was working,
but looking at it from here,
it really is a beautiful place.
What did you need to tell me?
I… I need to confess something to you.
Confess?
Have you secretly done me wrong?
Forget it. I shall forgive whatever it is.
So, I…
"If being beautiful is a crime,
you deserve to be executed."
Deok-su, you deserve to be executed.
What?
No, what I meant was…
I like to see you smile.
Please keep smiling
and never leave my side.
Your smiling face…
deserves to be executed.
That is not right…
Maybe something was
wrong with your dinner?
Are you sick too?
Maybe you do have a fever?
Deok-su.
Come with me
to the Summer Palace in the summer.
The Summer Palace?
Later.
I want to go there with you someday.
Will you come with me?
I have feelings for this woman.
I fell for her at first sight.
Above all else,
I found her smile the sweetest.
Hong Deok-su is…
a woman?
I heard you were looking for a woman.
Shall I look into it for you?
It is none of your business.
You are also at the age to be wed,
which must have prompted
your interest in women.
Hong Deok-su.
You should live as a woman now.
When your heart is tickled
and it flutters at the thought of someone…
Is that love?
What on earth?
I had something to ask. Do you perhaps…
I am Deok-su's closest friend
in Yongcheonru.
So put your faith in me.
Do not be cheeky, Jun-hwa.
You must get far away
from Yongcheonru as soon as possible.
It is still not too late
to leave with Hong Deok-su.
Your Highness Prince Muyeong.
Why are you…
Deok-su! Deok-su…
Are you Hong Deok-su's mother?
You sure are a cheeky one.
It was you.
Subtitle translation by: Justin S. Kim