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The Night Watchman's Journal
Episode 16
Who is he?
He's a very scary ghost!
He turns vengeful spirits into evil ones!
Is that so? Then why is he here?
My Prince!
Are you okay, my Prince?
Wake up, my Prince!
What's all this fuss about?
Are you really okay?
What? What is it?
It's nothing. Nothing is good.
Please go back to sleep.
Imagine the great pagoda, representing the peaceful reign of mine...
Piercing through the sky!
Just thinking about me makes me feel great!
Everyone will look up to me once the pagoda is completed.
Don't you agree?
I'm concerned about those who are objecting to this pagoda.
Even the Prime Minister agreed to this.
Who would dare disagree with the decision of the royal court?
I heard the dissent is rising among the people...
because of rising taxes and conscription of labor.
That's why I called you.
I name Prince Wolgang to be in charge of the construction of the pagoda.
My King...
Listen carefully.
You may collect all taxes necessary for the construction...
And conscript all necessary labor.
You have my permission to execute all those who resent this order.
My King, why are you assigning me with such an important task?
This construction is the most important project of this kingdom.
So isn't it only appropriate that a prince takes charge of the project?
Prime Minister, please assist the Prince to the best of your abilities.
As you wish, my King.
I'm quite worried.
If something goes wrong with the pagoda
it'll impact both the King and Prince Wolgang.
That'll put the entire royal family in jeopardy.
The royal court will do our best to serve our King.
You have nothing to worry about.
I'm afraid all of this is caused by Sadam.
The King has changed ever since Sadam came into the picture.
I think we should move Sadam away from the King.
He's only a lowly priest.
I'll take care of him when the right moment comes.
As of now, the King favors him. So we shouldn't to anything for now.
You're now in charge of the pagoda construction?
How could I be in charge of the pagoda
that will help the ascension of the monster serpent?
I presume the King wants to subdue the people's dissent
with you as the face of this construction.
I want to kill Sadam right now and demolish the pagoda.
You must be patient.
Now that you managed to send Sadam's vengeful spirits to heaven...
the seal on the Monster Serpent will remain for the near future.
I feel a lot better!
Have you thought about it?
I said I don't want to do it!
You're the only one who can make us complete!
I was only the historian who kept the records of the Night Watchmen.
I can't pick up a weapon and fight against ghosts!
I can't do it. No, I don't want to do it.
Leave him alone.
He's such a coward.
You can't expect him to lead in any capacity!
I think that's a bit too harsh.
Am I wrong?
Your mouth is the only thing that has any courage!
My mouth? Wolmae! You're mistaken!
Hear me out!
This is where Sadam is staying.
It could be dangerous.
I'm just worried.
I only want to check if she's gotten back okay.
No one can break your stubbornness.
I'm glad that you're okay.
Why are you here?
I was very worried because you just disappeared.
What are you talking about?
Do you not remember anything about staying with me in my room?
You must have lost your mind!
Are you trying to trick me because we made some acquaintance?
Leave before I drag you out. Now!
I was so worried...
I guess it was unnecessary.
She was a completely different person.
When she was staying in my room...
we were very close as if we had known each other for a long time.
Now that you know she's okay
you shouldn't be concerned about her anymore.
She's not from this kingdom, so she must be different from us.
But...
You can never go back to see the owner of Maeranbang.
You both will be in danger if you're near her.
What do you mean?
That's...
Just remember what I told you.
Do you really have a way to remove both the King and Wolgang?
The day when the pagoda is completed
the King and Prince Wolgang will start attacking each other.
So there'll be a war between brothers.
That'd be the end of the the royal family as we know it.
And you'll be able to achieve your big ambition.
You may be able to control the King...
but can you also control Prince Wolgang?
You'll see in due time.
The King stole your throne.
Go get your throne back!
The King stole your throne.
Go get your throne back!
One more drink, my King!
Drink up!
Who is it?
Why are you here at this hour?
I'm here to get my throne back.
What? Are you mad?
Rin... Don't do this!
Is anyone out there? Rin...
Don't do this, Rin... Everything is my fault...
Let's talk this out, Rin!
Please don't do this, Rin...
Please don't do this, Rin!
Well done!
A coward like this shouldn't be the king.
The throne of the kingdom belongs to you, my Prince!
No!
The Ascension Ceremony?
It'd be to send all those vengeful spirits roaming the capital to heaven.
That'll also stop your migraine.
Is that so? Then I shall do it!
Why is he doing the ceremony all of a sudden?
Something's weird.
Sadam must have an ulterior motive.
You mean...
Something's there. We must stop him.
It'd be performed under the royal order. There's no way we can stop that.
If the royal order is wrong, we must stop it.
We can't stop the royal order.
Sadam is tricking the King while using the ceremony as an excuse.
That doesn't change the fact that the royal order cannot be stopped.
Do you regret becoming a Night Watchman?
My opinion on ghosts has changed ever since I saw In Hwa's ghost.
But...
It pains me to not carry out my duties as a humble servant of my King.
The Night Watchmen were the most loyal men a King could ever have.
I also used to be a loyal servant of my King.
Stopping Sadam's ambition and removing the Monster Serpent...
Those are the most important tasks for the King and the royal family...
And for this kingdom.
The true loyalty.
That's what will take for the King to become wise again.
But I can't even see ghosts...
How could I be able to fully carry out my duties as a Night Watchman?
What are you doing?
If you can block off my attack like you just did...
you'll be an excellent Night Watchman.
But I don't notice the presence of ghosts unless I use the ghost compass.
I couldn't see ghosts in the beginning either.
Is that true?
As I dealt with more ghosts, the eyes of my mind opened.
And that's how I could see them without the ghost compass.
So don't worry about it too much.
One day, you'll become a Night Watchman feared by every ghost out there.
It certainly has been very long!
I brought some herbal medicine from China.
Thank you very much for being concerned for an old person like me.
I wonder how great it'd be if you become Wolgang's wife.
I'm very inadequate, but if that'll bring honor to the royal family...
I'll serve the Prince with my everything.
Have you always liked Wolgang?
Soo Ryun, why are you coming out of the Queen Dowager's residence?
I discussed about my future with the Queen Dowager.
What? I said you can't marry Prince Wolgang!
I shall not give up on Prince Wolgang, Father.
Soo Ryun...
What should I do...
Are you sick? You don't look well these days.
I'm okay. Just a light migraine.
Shouldn't you take some medicine?
I think I'm already better now that you're concerned for me.
I'm glad.
I pray to thee, spirits of heaven.
Please allow the ascension of...
all the ghosts roaming around in this kingdom!
Look at that!
Why is it getting so dark all of a sudden?
No...
These are not regular clouds...
These are vengeful spirits...
What? Vengeful spirits?
The energy of ghosts is increasing.
The sky is clearing up!
All the vengeful spirits are going to heaven!
That bamboo stick is sucking in vengeful spirits.
Well done!
Now that all vengeful spirits in the capital are gone...
I shall complete the pagoda and let the world know of my great reign!
Your grace is eternal, my King!
Sadam is going to heal the Monster Serpent
with the vengeful spirits he got with his stick.
We must steal that bamboo stick.
What's wrong?
My Prince!
My Prince! Are you okay?
Can you hear me?
We can't go on like this. We must go home for now.
I'm fine. You can leave.
Will you really be okay?
Go keep an eye on Sadam.
Please take care.
I may not be able to see...
But I heard there are three ghosts who are protecting the Prince.
Please take care of the Prince.
I wonder why my Prince has gotten so weak!
We should let him rest. Let's leave.
I believe Sadam's motive has been made clear.
He collected the vengeful spirits in the capital
using the Ascension Ceremony as an excuse.
How's the Prince doing?
I think he'll be okay once he rests up.
Is the Prince really okay?
He's a strong man. He'll be okay.
Rin started showing symptoms of a migraine after that night.
That night?
The night when the Ghost of Tragedy came.
She's right.
The Ghost of Tragedy...
Where did he go? He was just here.
What kind of trick did you use during the Ascension Ceremony?
It was not a trick. They were real spirits.
Do you expect me to believe your nonsense?
You'll come to believe it soon.
A guest is here for you.
My Prince.
I called the Prince over.
You did?
The Prince said he wants to talk to you about something in private.
Please make yourselves comfortable.
What do you want to say to me?
This is...
It's a letter written in blood that says you killed my mother.
This is not true, my Prince.
I presume it's not.
Pardon?
I don't believe what this letter says.
I think it's a rumor fabricated to wedge us apart.
My Prince...
I'm aware that you've been protecting me.
But you couldn't stop my brother from stealing my throne away from me.
So I'd like to ask you a favor.
What is it?
I want to get my throne back.
My Prince!
Please help me get my throne back.
Then history will remember you forever as the one who saved this kingdom.
Also...
Once I marry Lady Soo Ryun...
you'll enjoy power and wealth as the father-in-law of the King.
Did you have a good chat?
We did.
Take care, my Prince.
I know that you hate the Night Watchmen.
If you work for me, instead of the King...
I'm willing to help you too.
Think about it.
Where did he go? He's not well to begin with.
Perhaps...
Do you have anywhere in mind?
My Prince.
I'm afraid I've not been kind to you lately.
I know that you dealt with so many hardships for me.
I'll never hurt you again.
Have you finally realized my true feelings for you?
I need you by my side to achieve my big ambitions.
I don't care how.
I can endure anything to win your heart.
He'll only hurt you if you don't give up on him.
I know that too.
I'm destined to return to Mount Baekdu to become a shaman...
Once I find my sister.
I shouldn't be attracted to men.
But...
My heart is not listening to my head.
No matter who it is...
I don't want you to be hurt because of someone else.
Where is your heart heading?
What are you talking about?
I think you should stop now.
What?
You should stop hurting those who have feelings for you.
It's none of your business.
You said you'll be responsible for that girl.
You said you want to protect her.
But you've hurt her even more.
How touching.
You're a real straight arrow.
How did you give up your loyalty for the King and become a Night Watchman?
Instead of worrying about my love life...
you should think about how you shouldn't betray the King's trust in you.
What took you so long? We've been waiting for you!
Where did you go? You should rest.
Are you okay? Are you still sick?
Why do you never leave my residence?
Pardon?
What kind of vengeance are you seeking from me?
Are you going to take revenge after making me feel comfortable?
My Prince...
How could you speak of such absurdity?
We're here to protect you.
Leave!
If I see you when I wake up in the morning...
I'll destroy you all. Understood?
My Prince!
Why is he acting like that?
I think he had a change of heart...
Something's weird.
The King got mad and killed the Queen!
The Queen had an affair with some other man!
The King got mad and killed the Queen!
The Queen had an affair with some other man!
My Prince.
What brings you here?
You had an affair with my mother and drove my father mad.
My Prince...
My Prince...
My Prince...
My Prince... You must wake up...
I shall finish your life right here!
Sir!
My Prince... Why are you doing this?
Get out of my way.
I will not forgive those who block me!
Why is he being like that?
He's been possessed by a ghost.
Use your amulet!
Make your exit, ghost.
Expel!
My Prince!
My Prince!
What happened? He's not waking up.
If this was done by the Ghost of Tragedy
it'd be difficult to regain consciousness.
The late King was also possessed by the same ghost.
It causes madness by using illusions...
which eventually leads to a tragic ending for everyone.
We must cure him.
We must take the ghost out of his body.
There must be a way.
Please tell me how to cure him.
Leave from my body.
Your body is already mine.
You can't escape from me...
You'll fall into madness, full of hatred and anger...
Just like your father did...
He's not beating the ghost.
Then what can we do?
Is he going to turn mad just as the late King did?
That can't happen, sir. There must be a way.
There's one last resort.
And what would that be?
I can't leave him alone... I think I should be next to him...
He said no one can enter the room!
But still...
All we can do now is believe in Do Ha.
You can do this, Rin.
Only the Millennial Flower can save the Prince.
But the Millennial Flower that the late King brought back
is corrupted by evil spirits.
Only a shaman of Mago can purify the Millennial Flower.
Good...
It's very good...
Do Ha...
Do Ha! Wake up!
My Prince...
You...
saved me.
Thank you.
This is the guy! He was hitting these women!
It's time for me to act.
You can't. You shouldn't face ghosts.
I'll do it. Let me join.
We must remove Sadam if we are to correct everything.
It's difficult to get near him to begin with.
I have a great idea.
Have you decided to follow me?
It must have been difficult to get this man.
What are you going to do with this senseless drug addict?
Remove your dirty hand.
You've tricked me!