Gu Family Book
Episode 9
This is all because of Choi Kang Chi.
Tae Seo!
No, Tae Seo. Tae Seo!
As soon as you see Choi Kang Chi, kill him.
Tae Seo.
Why...
That's what I want to ask...
Why did you do such a thing?
Why?
How could you kill Father so ghastly?
I will not forgive you.
Die!
Take your sword away.
Move out of the way.
- First, take down your sword! - He's an enemy who killed my father.
Move out of the way!
Kang Chi.
Sir Dam.
It's okay, Kang Chi.
You'll be okay.
Wake up, Kang Chi.
Choi Kang Chi!
Wake up!
Choi Kang Chi!
This bitch!
My name is Chung Jo. I'm not a bitch.
I'm Park Chung Jo.
Someone like you dares to challenge me?
This is what you meant by the elegance of the best gisaeng at Choon Hwa Gwan?
What?
Forcing young trainees to drink liquor and picking on them...
that's the level of the best gisaeng at Choon Hwa Gwan?
You must be asking for death.
You must not fear anything!
I already turned in my pride over a bowl of porridge.
I have no pride to keep. Of course, I have nothing to fear.
Did you ask about my elegance and level?
Before that, I will teach you what happens when you get on my nerves.
First, wash and press all the clothes in front of you. Before that, I will teach you what happens when you get on my nerves.
First, wash and press all the clothes in front of you.
Finish by tomorrow morning.
You should have just held it in.
Why did you do such a thing?
He's an enemy who killed my father.
It's not enough to kill him a hundred times.
Why are you protecting him?
Choi Kang Chi harmed Moo Sol?
- What does this mean? - I think he's misunderstood.
The one who harmed Lord Park was not Choi Kang Chi, it was Jo Gwan Woong's guard.
What are you talking about? I saw it with my own eyes!
In front of my eyes, Choi Kang Chi...
My father...
Tae Seo.
Look me in the eyes.
At that time and place, who else was there besides Moo Sol and Kang Chi?
That...
Look me in the eyes, and answer!
Who else was there?
Father, Kang Chi...
and...
Anyway, I'm certain that Kang Chi's the one that killed Father.
Please believe me! I saw it with my own eyes!
I think you're under a strong hypnosis.
Hypnosis?
While he was being tortured, they must have put him under hypnosis.
Worse yet...
He was put under hypnosis subconsciously.
What does that mean?
Hypnosis implanted in a subconscious state
can only be undone by the same person who carried out the hypnosis.
What if we can't find the one who put the hypnosis?
What will happen to Tae Seo, then?
He'll try to kill Choi Kang Chi until the end.
Until the end?
Until Choi Kang Chi dies?
Isn't he bleeding too much?
Bring some more thistle leaves paste.
- And some herbal water, too. - Yes, sir.
Kang Chi.
Kang Chi!
- Kang Chi! - Yes?
- What's your dream? - Dream?
I don't know...
I just want Lord Park, Chung Jo, you, Father, and the members of Hundred Year Inn
to live here together for a long time.
What about you?
I want to be someone like Father.
So, I can get Father's acknowledgment.
You've already started getting acknowledged for your work at the inn.
All you have to do now is get married.
What are you talking about?
What's your reason?
Why do you reject all those marriage proposals?
Like Chung Jo said, are you afraid of women?
Afraid? Why would I be afraid?
Then do you already have someone you like?
You must have someone! Who is it?
What family is she from?
Don't try to find out too much.
Who is it?
You won't tell me?
You won't tell? Really, you won't tell me until the end?
Just tell me!
You'll keep it even from me?
What's all this? Looks like the skirts were barely wet.
You call this laundry by just wetting it like this?
Oh my! This is still so dirty.
This, too.
What are you doing? Stop.
Oh my. What should you do?
It will be hard for you to wash these all over again.
Oh my. Those girls are being so cruel.
I can't watch them anymore.
Wol San, that girl, is being so cruel.
Just ignore it.
Life is not always sweet. It can be bitter and spicy at times, too.
She'll have to experience it firsthand to find a way to deal with it.
Hey!
How is Kang Chi?
One of the arteries must be damaged badly.
We can't stop the bleeding.
If he keeps bleeding, it will be hard for him to survive through the night.
Don't!
Don't rashly get involved in Kang Chi's fate.
Whether he becomes a half mythical being or not...
Please, just ignore it.
How can I do that when we know each other?
Especially now that he will be staying with us for a while?
Feelings are exchanged between people.
You know what I mean, right?
He said he wanted to become human. I want to help him.
Lady!
Don't worry. He thinks I'm a man.
And I just want to help him as a friend.
Then, will you promise me?
That you will never long for anything more than a friendship?
That you will never get involved in matters of life and death?
Promise me that. Okay?
But, you see...
this kid is dying in front of me.
And I can't just sit here watching him die.
I'm sorry, Monk.
Hey!
Look here, Choi Kang Chi!
Kang Chi!
What a relief.
What are you doing to me?
What were you doing to me?
Calm down.
I was trying to heal your wound.
It's okay.
Here.
Put this back on.
Give me your hand.
Kang Chi.
Give me your hand.
Gon! Good!
Can you help me?
He's all healed. Why are you putting that on?
This way, others won't be suspicious.
A few have already found out about his identity.
Still, we don't need to tell the ones who don't know.
All done.
Good job, Gon.
Gon, wait.
You won't tell Father, right?
About what?
That you took the bracelet off to save Kang Chi's life? Or...
that he almost killed you because you took the bracelet off?
What do you mean almost died? Who?
This is nothing.
I just got scratched by the candlestick.
If something happens to you because of him...
I will kill Choi Kang Chi, then.
You must be tired.
No, I'm not.
Follow me.
Come in.
Some may treat gisaengs as lowly girls who sell their body and liquor.
But...
I don't think that's all.
There are a lot of chances to learn unique things, and achieve a lot.
Following the laws as a daughter is not the only way for a girl to live.
I believe girls can set dreams, and work hard at achieving them.
Achieve dreams?
Just because your family was ruined, your life doesn't have to come to an end.
Become a gisaeng artist.
Become a gisaeng artist, and restart your life, Chung Jo.
What do you mean?
Choi Kang Chi disappeared?
I went in to check on him, but he disappeared without a trace.
Where could he have gone with that wounded body?
Choi Kang Chi?
You know me?
Of course, you're already famous here.
Famous? Me?
Yes.
You're the first one to get stabbed as soon as coming in here.
But, how is your wound?
Well, you know, fine.
What's your name?
It's Sung.
Sung, do you have something better to eat than this potato?
We have some scorched rice left over from yesterday.
Not scorched rice. Do you have anything more chewy and meaty?
I don't care whether it's two or four legged.
It's just got to be chewy meat.
I'm sorry, but I'm not allowed to touch the food in the kitchen.
If Master Gong Dal finds out, I'll be in trouble.
Master Gong Dal? Who's that?
He's the one in charge of housekeeping here.
The one in charge of housekeeping.
I bet he's some stingy and cheap man.
I understand. Then, just tell me where the kitchen is.
I'll get the food myself.
Look, Kang Chi.
Don't worry. I'll take care of that Gong Dal guy.
- How will you take care of him? - What do you mean how?
If I see him, I'll just...
Who are you?
Welcome, Master.
He's Master Gong Dal.
What? This old guy?
What are you doing?
I'm punishing a rude brat.
If you see an elder, you should show some respect.
Why are you just sitting there ignoring my presence?
Look, old guy. Do you know me?
When did we see each other?
When you are in my quarters, show some respect.
- Kneel down, first. - Seriously...
Then, bow your head.
Then say, "Nice to meet you, my name is so and so."
That's the way to show respect to the elders. Do you understand?
What's this now?
Sir Dam.
What are you doing here?
Do you know him?
Master, good morning.
He's a new member that came in yesterday. His name is Choi Kang Chi.
Where did you bring in such a brat from?
I'm sorry, Master. I will remove him.
Young kids these days...
Oh, no... My back...
What are you doing? Get out now.
Sir Dam, that man just...
I told you to get out!
Sir Dam, gently...
What a strange guy. Just yesterday, he was dying.
- How did he recover like that in a day? - What are you talking about?
- Prepare for breakfast. - Yes, Master.
You.
Are you thinking? Or are you just dumb?
You were dying, and what happens if you walk around like this all of a sudden?
But, I'm so hungry. You want me to starve?
You're going to die from skipping one meal?
It's not one meal. It's since dinner last night.
Master Gong Dal can't stand people who have no respect for elders.
If you get on his bad side, it'll be hard for you to stay here.
- Do you know? - He's just an old man in the kitchen.
Look at this kid. I risked my life to save you!
Every time you open your eyes and mouth, it makes me want to beat you.
How do you have such talent? Did somebody teach you?
- Is it self-learned? - Did you take my bracelet off?
You're so hungry you can't remember?
Why did you do that?
Because I thought you would die.
You bled so much.
I heard it would be hard for you to survive through the night.
- Thank you. - Of course, you should be.
- What? - Thank you for saving my life.
But, next time, don't do that.
Don't take my bracelet off when I'm not conscious.
I don't know about anyone else...
But, I don't want to hurt you. Do you understand?
What the...
You were here?
Gon! What's going on?
The master is looking for you.
That distasteful kid, too.
What? Distasteful?
- Why is that kid... - Shut up, and come.
Close your mouth, and follow me.
Moo meaning virtue. Ji meaning righteousness.
Martial arts is mastered through virtue, and wisdom is mastered through righteousness.
That's the most basic motto here at our school.
Hello, sir.
It's 'master'.
You have to call him Master, here.
Master!
I was worried that you were very hurt. Are you feeling better?
Of course.
Kind of. I can bear it.
He's strong enough to eat steel.
He must have a faster healing rate, too.
Master.
Young Master Tae Seo is here, too.
I decided to take the two of you in because of the relationship I had with Moo Sol.
But, if the two of you want to remain here, you'll both have to try hard.
If I determine that either one of you is unfit to stay here...
I'll kick you out without any hesitation.
Excuse me, who will make that decision?
Will you, Master, be making that decision?
- The Four Masters will decide. - The Four Masters?
Besides myself, there are four more masters here at our school.
Those four masters will watch over you
and decide whether to accept you as students here.
Tae Seo.
Yes, Master.
You will have to win over the hypnosis you are under.
You will have to control the uncontrollable urge you get through your will power.
And you, Choi Kang Chi.
Take precautions not to run into Tae Seo.
Nobody knows when and where Tae Seo may attack you.
But, that's not his true intent. It's because of the hypnosis he's under.
No matter what, you must not come across him.
Do you understand?
I asked if you understand.
- Kang Chi. - So that was it?
You tried to kill me because of a mere hypnosis?
So, I should just avoid you?
I should avoid you like a coward dog running away from his enemy?
- Choi Kang Chi. - Sorry, but I can't do that.
I don't know what kind of hypnosis you are under.
But, I'm not going to go out of my way to avoid you.
- Do as Master said. - This is not why I saved you!
Han Woo and Chung Jo didn't save you to see you weak like this under some hypnosis.
You understand?
So, you overcome it.
Whatever it takes to get over that hypnosis, you take care of it!
Whether you stab me or not... Whether that's your intent or not...
I will never avoid you.
Is that enough of an answer, sir?
I mean, Master.
Jo Gwan Woong... that bastard.
What the heck... He used hypnosis?
You shocked me.
What?
What are you doing here? You scared me.
You should go eat some food.
My back...
My arms and legs...
Kang Chi is more determined than I thought.
He was always like that.
Once he makes up his mind, he doesn't listen to anything.
That's why I adamantly told you he shouldn't get involved with our plan.
We should talk about that inside.
Yeo Wool and Gon, you should follow us in, too.
I rushed all last night to sketch this.
Isn't this the map of the Hundred Year Inn?
This is the main entrance. This is the the East entrance.
This is the West entrance that leads to the outside.
And this...
This is the Gong Myung Gwan where the secret safe is located.
A secret safe?
Father kept a separate stash of silver here.
In total, there are about 5,000 nyang.
5,000 nyang?
The problem is that all of that silver is with Jo Gwan Woong right now.
Then that plan you were referring to...
We have to get that silver without Jo Gwan Woong's knowledge.
Oh my... To fix this, one or two days will be enough.
But...
It's been so long since this Gong Myung Gwan was built.
The pebbles and stones that make up the floor are a mess.
While you are fixing it up, why don't you tear down everything?
How long will it take?
Let's see. Three to four days to set the stones.
Then to put mud, and finish everything off. And heating everything up...
All that will take about seven to eight days.
Finish it in four days.
Pardon? Four days?
- Why are you rushing so much? - You have four days.
You may go.
Yes, sir...
My Lord, Head Servant Choi is here.
My Lord...
The more I look at this painting, the more I get drawn to it.
- Send in Head Servant Choi. - Yes, sir.
Send him in!
So...
Have you been repenting for your wrongdoings?
Of course.
Then, you better answer my questions.
Depending on your answer, I will determine whether to kill you or save you.
Of course.
During his life time, did Park Moo Sol keep a separate account of his wealth?
Pardon? What do you mean?
The total wealth of Park Moo Sol, the owner and the wealthiest man in the South...
Does it make sense that his entire wealth amounted to that little sum written there?
I'm sure he had a separate safe and a separate account book.
- I'm not aware of that. - I hold your life in my hands!
So, think well before you answer.
Is there a secret safe within this Hundred Year Inn?
If so, where is it?
Where is it?
Just kill me! I really don't know anything.
The only access to the secret safe is through father's room.
We have to take out the silver from there?
And without Jo Gwan Woong knowing?
Without this money, all of Admiral Lee's plans will be ruined.
Then the naval strategy will be affected.
Do you have a plan?
Master! Handyman Chun is here from Moon Dan.
It's okay. He's aware of this plan.
Let him in.
I'm here, sir.
Soon, Jo Gwan Woong will hire someone to fix up the floor.
The floor?
Find the best handyman in town.
So, what happened? Did Jo Gwan Woong really call for you?
That's not all. He ordered me to demolish and rebuild the floor of the Gong Myung Gwan.
When will work begin?
It will start tonight.
But, we only have four days time.
You're planning to take out the silver within those four days time?
It's less time than planned, but we will have to do it.
Can we trust you?
Lord Park has helped me with his generosity for over 10 years.
I may not be well-learned, but I know how to pay repay his generosity.
But, how did you know that Jo Gwan Woong would fix up the floor?
It's thanks to Choi Kang Chi.
Pardon? Choi Kang Chi?
It's because Kang Chi stuck that broom on the floor of the room.
It may sound strange, but I keep thinking that Kang Chi's going to help us out.
Do you trust that kid?
He said he wants to become human.
In this world, there are many humans who give up on being human.
Greed and lies are becoming the norm. The world is full of depravity and slander.
In this immoral world, he's a kid who genuinely dreams of becoming human.
Who is that human that he dreams of becoming?
Aren't you curious?
It's food!
You.
I was worried because you disappeared. What happened?
Did you stop bleeding? Is your body okay?
Do you know me?
I'm the one who treated you.
Thank you for saving my life.
- I'm still not all better. - Still, you're healing fast.
I thought you would be unconscious for a few days.
It's all thanks to you.
Your seat is the one at the end. The setting at the end is yours.
I see. Then, enjoy your food.
What's this?
- Let's all eat. - Thank you for the food!
Kang Chi.
Why aren't you eating?
You're not feeling well?
Are you joking?
You call this food?
He said porridge would be better for you since you're not all well.
Who the heck said such nonsense? What wretched being?
It was Master Gong Dal.
Gong Dal.
That wretched old man!
I thought you were just disrespectful towards people.
You don't have any respect for food, either.
You give a young man some porridge and soy sauce.
And you, old and aged, get to enjoy meat by yourself?
This is what you call respect for food?
No matter how cruel the world gets
you still shouldn't discriminate against people with food, you old fool.
You sure you're human?
What?
No matter how much healing power someone has, it's impossible to heal this fast.
- You can't possibly be human. - Watch what you say.
If you keep this up, I may really get you.
You are no match for my broom. All you do is talk.
I will seriously break this broom in half.
Do it, then.
If you can do it, I'll let you eat all this chicken.
Here.
You better not change your mind. I don't hold back in front of food.
You talk so much.
You kid!
What are you doing here?
The broom you wanted to break in half is still in my hands.
This old man... Just who the heck are you?
- Just a kitchen servant. - You're not just a kitchen person.
What's your true identity?
Another title would be...
I'm one of the Four Masters here at the school.
With my bamboo stick, I'm also called Master Jook Dal.
Lady Yeo Wool, everyone's waiting.
I'll be right out.
I'm sorry, I'm late.
But, what about Kang Chi?
Master and I agreed that Kang Chi will not get involved with this plan.
Still, Kang Chi knows more about the Hundred Year Inn than anyone else.
He's stubborn and headstrong. He may ruin the plan.
To be honest, I'm not comfortable with you going, either.
Why me?
I think it may be too dangerous for you.
Are you thinking about me as a woman?
Lady Yeo Wool.
Because I'm a girl...
If I can't help Admiral Lee because I'm a girl, that would be very depressing.
I'm sorry if I hurt your feelings.
I'm sure Kang Chi would feel the same. He is stubborn and hard-headed...
but, I'm sure he would have wanted to help out with this.
I don't know what it's like to be placed under hypnosis.
But, I hope you don't lose a good friend because of that.
Listen, kid. Rub it harder.
What will you do with all your strength?
You've starved me all day. Don't you think you're making me work too hard?
You don't like staying here?
- Is there anything else you need, Master? - No.
Let's wager a bet.
A bet?
I heard you are close to Admiral Lee. Is that true?
We are not just close. He put his position on the line to save my life.
Then...
bring me proof.
Proof?
Proof that you are close to Admiral Lee.
Have you been fooled all your life? Why do you need proof?
I guess it's a lie that you are close to him.
Right?
It's true!
Fine, I'll bring it.
I'll bring it, but you'll have to do something for me, too.
If you can't bring it, you'll have to leave this place.
Will that be okay?
Why? You don't have confidence?
What kind of proof do you want?
Come here!
Sir.
The sun is still up. What brings you here at this hour?
Today, we started working on the floor in Gong Myung Gwan.
I will be staying at Choon Hwa Gwan for a few days.
What are you waiting for? Get the liquor and music ready.
Yes, sir.
Sir.
You should go in.
Stop there.
You are truly beautiful... as the sun and the moon.
Look, over there!
Yes, sir.
What's all this?
There's so much dust, we put that to prevent it from going in.
What're you doing? Hurry, and get moving.
Hey! You're finally here.
How can you leave me out working on a grand project like this?
I'm grandly disappointed.
How did you get here? Did Father send you here?
No. Master probably doesn't know I'm here.
You came without Father's permission?
I had my reasons.
What should I help you with?
This is not something you can get involved with.
Go back.
Why aren't you answering? Go back.
What are you doing?
Aren't you thinking?
Young Master's head is burning up.
Are you sure he's not sick?
What's wrong? Do you have a cold?
Don't worry. It's nothing.
It's not nothing. You're burning up.
Get your hand off!
Why are you over-reacting?
Why?
You're embarrassed that I found out about Sir Dam's condition before you did?
I can't stand to see you any longer.
If you are embarrassed, just repent.
Why are you taking your anger out on me?
Why are you doing this again? Did you forget where we are?
Both of you, back off.
Both of you, stop!
Sir, why do you need to go into that room?
Oh my... We're getting ready to tear apart the room.
It'll be very messy in there.
I have to check something. Move out of the way.
I'm sorry. I meant to move out of the way.
Oh my, I'm so sorry.
You should go ahead.
He's our worker.
- Why is that painting still there? - Pardon?
It's a painting that the lord likes. I don't want it to get ruined.
Hurry, and take that off.
Pardon?
What was that sound?
I think I just heard a person.
I didn't hear anything. Did you hear something?
Get out of the way!
You better get out of the way!
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What do you mean? Yeo Wool and Kang Chi are together?
Sir Dam, are you okay?
Yeo Wool. My name is Yeo Wool.
Did you say a secret safe?
Bring me the records for 5,000 nyang.
If you don't, your sister will pay the price.
How did it all end in vain?
It's too early to get dejected.
What do you mean?
Here.
Should we get started?