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Jewel in the Palace — Season 1
- Sep 15, 2003First aired
- 54 episodesin this season
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Episode 01In 1482, a royal decree arrived: deliver poison to the deposed Queen Yoon as a final sentence. A deputy officer carried the order, and Chief civil administrator Lee SeJoa, along with Royal Guard Seo ChunSoo, journeyed to carry out the execution. As her last breath, Queen Yoon uttered, "You will pay for what you have done today," before she died.
Years later, in 1496, King YeonSanGun had reigned for two years. Park Na-In, a junior palace official, reported suspicious behavior by Na In Choi toSep 15, 20037.0Sep 15, 20037.002
Episode 02The year is 1504. In a quiet rural village, Seo, a smith, and Park, a homemaker, had sought refuge. They lived amongst butchers, a class relegated to the fringes of society, their presence a deliberate camouflage. As NaIn Han, Park’s closest confidante and colleague, had counselled, they concealed themselves from the repercussions of past events – incidents that had forced them into this disguise. Soon, their lives were blessed with a daughter, JangGeum.
But peace was fleeting. King YeonSanGuSep 16, 20036.0Sep 16, 20036.003
Episode 03A lady-in-waiting, tasked with training, sought out JangGeum at DugGoo's house. JangGeum followed her, entering the palace with aspirations to become the finest cook within its walls. She began her training as a SaengGakSi, a trainee maid, forging friendships with YoungLo, YeonSaeng, and ChangI. Yet, her humble origins earned her scorn from those of higher standing. Humiliated by their treatment, JangGeum and YunSaeng sought refuge in the ToiSunGan, one of the palace kitchens, where they witneSep 22, 20037.0Sep 22, 20037.004
Episode 04As the clock approached midnight, a court lady, Han, presented a dish to the King. Her skill was exceptional, and the incident went unremarked upon by all, including the monarch himself. Yet, others suffered consequence for their actions.
The instructor overseeing the court ladies eventually discovered the event and kept JangGeum away from her duties. But while cleaning, JangGeum overheard the lecture and dedicated herself to diligent study. Through perseverance and trials, she earned the oppSep 23, 20036.0Sep 23, 20036.005
Episode 05Under the moonlight, JangGeum diligently prepared pine nuts, a task she undertook with a quiet focus. It was during this solitary work that she found an opportunity to speak with GeumYoung. Unaware of GeumYoung's identity, JangGeum mentioned that the other members of SaengGakSi had been speaking about her.
GeumYoung then guided JangGeum in the art of pine nut preparation. On the day of the culinary skills assessment, JangGeum was taken aback to discover who GeumYoung truly was. The SaengGakSiSep 29, 20037.0Sep 29, 20037.006
Episode 06The court lady Choi prepared a royal meal for Princess HyoHyey, who had refused food for six days. She employed a secret recipe known only to those who had previously overseen the Royal Kitchen. Yet, the princess remained unwilling to eat and succumbed to hunger.
Inspired by JangGeum’s use of charcoal to eliminate odors from bean paste and soy sauce, GuemYoung prepared a porridge for the princess using charcoal. Princess HyoHyey ate it, noting the absence of any smell. Court Lady Jung praisedSep 30, 20037.0Sep 30, 20037.007
Episode 07Desperate to save her life, Lady Jung and Han implore those in power to spare Jang Geum. Though released from the NaeGumWi, Jang Geum faces imminent exile from the palace. Thanks to the efforts of Lady Jung and Han, she is sent to DaJaeHun, a secluded location dedicated to cultivating medicinal plants. WoonBaek, in charge of DaJaeHun, cautions her to remain idle. But Jang Geum throws herself into work while the others indulge in daily revelry. Captivated by the art of cultivating herbs, she striOct 6, 20037.0Oct 6, 20037.008
Episode 08Desperate to save her, the court ladies – including Lady Jung – implored for Jang Geum’s life. Though released from the NaeGumWi, she faced imminent exile from the palace. Thanks to the efforts of Lady Jung and Han, Jang Geum was sent to DaJaeHun, a place dedicated to cultivating medicinal plants. WoonBaek, in charge of DaJaeHun, cautioned her against any action. Yet, as the others indulged in daily revelry, Jang Geum diligently began her work. Captivated by the art of cultivating herbs, she setOct 7, 20038.0Oct 7, 20038.009
Episode 09The day of the NaIn Qualification Exam arrived. Geumyoung was the first to correctly identify the poem, followed by Yeonsaeng and Changi. Janggeum, however, failed to answer the final question. The examination then shifted to testing the ability to discern quality ingredients.
Janggeum struggled with the meat selection, but drew upon her childhood in the butchers’ village to identify a suitable cut. The night before the cooking test, a crucial ingredient – wheat flour, along with other suppliOct 13, 20038.0Oct 13, 20038.010
Episode 10The court ladies, including the Chief Court Lady, convened to determine Jang Geum’s suitability for service. Their decision hinged on her ability to maintain the integrity of the ingredients, and ultimately, they deemed her unqualified. However, a surprising intervention from the Queen Mother reversed their judgment, and Jang Geum was permitted to proceed.
The eve of her NaIn training was marked by a solemn ceremony within the training residence. There, an ancient secret surrounding the birthOct 14, 20036.0Oct 14, 20036.011
Episode 11A shadow of suspicion fell upon the palace, and with it, a tightening of control. Court Lady Min and JoBang were held accountable for a grievous error, denied access to the ToiSunGan, one of the royal kitchens. This unfortunate circumstance unexpectedly opened a door for JangGeum. Within those hallowed halls, her mother had secreted a treasured book of recipes, a legacy meant for her daughter.
JangGeum felt a surge of anticipation at the thought of reclaiming this inheritance. Meanwhile, CourOct 20, 20037.0Oct 20, 20037.012
Episode 12The King's eldest son fell ill following a chicken porridge prepared by Gang, DukGoo, the male banquet chef. DukGoo was brought before the NaeSiBoo (King’s secretariat) for inquiry, but the Crown Prince’s Palace declared the Prince paralyzed not from illness, but from food poisoning.
Royal kitchen ladies and JangGeum investigated the cause, but the situation grew increasingly dire for DukGoo, who faced relentless questioning.
Chief Court Lady attempted to persuade Court Lady Jung, yet haOct 21, 20037.0Oct 21, 20037.013
Episode 13On the day of the Chief Court Lady’s birthday celebration, JangGeum assisted Court Lady Jung in preparing a beef casserole, a customary task. Yet, the Chief Court Lady found the dish wanting. Fueled by resentment, she and the Choi family conspired to oust Court Lady Jung on grounds of her health.
Discovering their scheme, Court Lady Jung appealed to King JoongJong for a Royal Culinary Competition, a proposal the King readily accepted.
Court Lady Han then appointed JangGeum as her chief asOct 27, 20038.0Oct 27, 20038.014
Episode 14The Court Lady offered GeumYoung a chance to prove herself, allowing her to prepare a dish of braised prawns and tofu casserole. Lady Choi revealed a treasured recipe book, passed down through generations of Royal Kitchen attendants. Meanwhile, Gang, DukGoo and his wife encountered Min, JungHo, discovering him to be a Royal Military Guard Officer. Gang informed JangGeum of a noble seeking her, and guided her to Min. Yet, the two did not recognize each other, and their paths missed. One day, thOct 28, 20037.0Oct 28, 20037.015
Episode 15The order was simple: prepare a bean paste soup for King Joong-joong. And so, Han diligently began. The King, upon tasting the dish, was deeply pleased. Lady Jung explained the secret to the soup’s perfection – that the sourness in sauces often arises from pollen – a notion that sparked the King's curiosity. He commended both Han and Jang-geum.
Later, Jang-geum sought out Jung and Won-baek at DaJaeHun for a pulse reading. She explained her predicament, pleading with Jung to use acupuncture wiNov 3, 20037.0Nov 3, 20037.016
Episode 16A hush fell over the court as King JoongJong praised the whale meat dish prepared by JangGeum. Lady Choi, observing the king's high regard, suggested a trial to determine if JangGeum deserved to remain in the Royal kitchen, despite her evident talent.
The Queen Mother gently cautioned King JoongJong against personally selecting the Chief Court Lady. He then proposed that she make the appointment on his behalf. The Royal Culinary Competition, designed to identify the most skilled Court Lady foNov 4, 20038.0Nov 4, 20038.017
Episode 17They lost the initial competition. Court Lady Han rebuked JangGeum for prioritizing mere ingredients and recipes over heartfelt sincerity in her cooking, and banished her to the sanitarium where a nursery Court Lady was recovering.
In JangGeum's absence, YoungLo, YeonSaeng, and ChangI attempted to fill her role, but they could not withstand Court Lady Han’s rigorous training.
At WoonAm temple, JangGeum encountered Min, JungHo, Gang, and DukGoo engaged in a clandestine mission. In a momentNov 10, 20038.0Nov 10, 20038.018
Episode 18A sickness swept through the palace, prompting an urgent assembly. In response, Court Lady Choi was tasked with relieving afflicted female servants of their duties. Seeing this as a chance to remove Court Lady Jung from her position, she began to scheme.
Geum and Min spoke in the temple, then returned to the palace burdened by unhappiness. Geum wrestled with memories, her feelings for Min a constant struggle. The subject for the second competition had been determined, and Court Lady Han prepNov 11, 20036.0Nov 11, 20036.019
Episode 19The competition was canceled, and the Chief Court Lady plotted to install Court Lady Choi as her replacement. Finally, the Queen Mother appointed Court Lady Choi as acting Chief Court Lady of the Royal Kitchen during Court Lady Jung’s absence. Court Lady Choi dispatched Court Lady Han and JangGeum to TaePyungGwan, where an ambassador was received with due ceremony.
Han and JangGeum soon learned that the chief ambassador suffered from diabetes and prepared his meals accordingly, prioritizing hNov 17, 20038.0Nov 17, 20038.020
Episode 20She served ManHanJunSuk – a lavish spread of oily delicacies – to the chief ambassador. Oh, GyumHo then urged the ambassador to punish Court Lady Han and JangGeum. The ambassador declined the offering, instead requesting that they prepare his meals during his stay. Discovering she was being slowly poisoned by her medicine, Court Lady Jung penned a letter requesting a visit from the Chief Court Lady at her residence outside the palace.
The Queen Mother rebuked the Chief Court Lady and Court LaNov 18, 20037.0Nov 18, 20037.021
Episode 21The court lady considered her days with JangGuem's mother, and made a decision regarding the dish she would prepare for the Royal Culinary Competition. Court Lady Choi approached the contest with confidence, making preparations of her own. Yet, Choi PanSool harbored another scheme.
The night preceding the competition, Court Lady Choi and Han returned to their quarters, laden with prepared ingredients. However, an unforeseen event occurred in Court Lady Han’s kitchen, prompting her to leave thNov 24, 20038.0Nov 24, 20038.022
Episode 22The competition was underway, yet a shadow of uncertainty lingered. Court Lady Han, having slipped away from the kitchens, returned to the palace to observe the proceedings with keen eyes.
Meanwhile, Court Lady Jung, burdened by her health, sought an opportunity to leave the palace once she had designated her successor. But a darker plot was brewing. Court Lady Choi, fueled by ambition and aided by her family, conspired to overturn the Queen Mother’s decree. She sought to rally support fromNov 25, 20039.0Nov 25, 20039.023
Episode 23The decree arrived like a chill wind, carrying with it the inevitable. Lady Jung was removed from the palace, the Royal regulations unforgiving in their exclusivity of death.
Chief Court Lady, her voice tight with indignation, laid bare the injustice of the Culinary Competition to the Queen Mother. She recounted the subtle, yet pervasive, disdain shown by ladies from other departments – a reluctance to serve alongside Lady Jung stemming from her perceived lower station. The Queen Mother listeDec 1, 20039.0Dec 1, 20039.024
Episode 24The Queen decreed a rematch between Court Lady Choi and Han, to be held within the palace walls. The contest's subject: rice cooking. Only two remained in the competition, and to determine a fair victor, the Queen called upon the other Court Ladies to cast their votes.
Meanwhile, Min JungHo transferred to SaHunBoo to delve deeper into the affairs of Choi PanSool, Oh GyumHo, and others suspected of misconduct. He meticulously examined account books, beginning his investigation at SoJooBang, whDec 2, 200310.0Dec 2, 200310.025
Episode 25Young-Lo pilfered the account book Jang-Geum had diligently compiled and presented it to Lady Choi. Within its pages, nestled between the leaves, was the letter Na-In Park had entrusted to Jang-Geum. Lady Choi, upon discovering the volume, was taken aback and returned both the account and recipe books. In the process, she glimpsed the recipe book but remained unaware of its rightful owner, a deception orchestrated by Young-Lo.
Meanwhile, Sa-HunBoo exerted pressure on Oh GyumHo, delving into gDec 8, 20039.0Dec 8, 20039.026
Episode 26The letter revealing the truth of Na In Park's demise had vanished. Lady Han suspected Lady Choi, and, driven by this suspicion, confined Young-Lo to the food storage, hoping to prevent her from communicating with Lady Choi. Desperate, Jang-Geum sought assistance from Min. He revealed a clandestine investigation involving Choi, Pan-Sool, and Oh, Gyum-Ho, asking for patience.
Meanwhile, Lady Choi and Pan-Sool, having learned of Lady Han and Jang-Geum's impending journey with King Joong-Jong toDec 9, 20036.0Dec 9, 20036.027
Episode 27He had returned from the hot springs restored, his health renewed by the mineral waters and a duck dish prepared by Lady Han. Yet, the recovery was followed by a sudden weakness, a faint that left him reeling. The Royal Medical Department was baffled, unable to pinpoint the cause, and unrest rippled through the palace.
Upon hearing of the incident, Choi Pan-Sool sought out Doctor Jeong Yoon-Soo, and together they began to scheme against Lady Han and Jang-geum. Meanwhile, Oh Gyum-Ho and DoctorDec 15, 20034.0Dec 15, 20034.028
Episode 28A disagreement arose regarding the preparation of the King's meal, specifically concerning the use of sulfur-fed ducks. To resolve the conflicting opinions, a decision was made to serve the same dish to Hong I, the King. Unable to withstand the interrogation, the merchant who had sold the ducks falsely confessed. Consequently, Court Lady Han and Jang Geum were condemned to death on charges of treason. All involved in the incident, including Court Lady Choi and Jang Geum, were summoned to the RDec 16, 20037.0Dec 16, 20037.029
Episode 29She strained against the inevitable, a persistent yearning for a place called HanYang City that always remained just beyond her grasp. Each attempt to reach it ended in failure, a disheartening repetition of thwarted hope. Then, a glimmer of possibility emerged from an unexpected source: JangDug, a fellow servant within the government. He offered a path to freedom, but once again, she found herself returned to the confines of the office.
"Learn to relinquish," he advised, his words carryingDec 22, 20037.0Dec 22, 20037.030
Episode 30Jang Geum, a woman bound by circumstance, sought knowledge in a world that denied her agency. Driven by an unyielding spirit, she journeyed to Jangdug, eager to master the healing arts. There, under his tutelage, she diligently learned the intricacies of medicine, striving for mastery with each passing day.
News of her plight reached the King, Joongjong, and he was moved by the sorrow of Yeon Saeng, a lady-in-waiting deeply concerned for Geum's well-being. Alas, compassion led to a tragic fDec 23, 20038.0Dec 23, 20038.031
Episode 31She strived for self-improvement, as did JangGeum. Min, JungHo departed Jeju Island with JangDug to oversee three hundred horses. With JangDug absent from the government office’s medical center in Jeju, JangGeum assumed responsibility. While Min was away, Japanese pirates seized control of the island, and the governing officials fled, abandoning soldiers and government servants.
The pirates then sought a physician to treat their commander. Finally, JangGeum was compelled to diagnose by pulseJan 5, 20047.0Jan 5, 20047.032
Episode 32Min JungHo journeyed to the royal military guard office, determined to vindicate JangGeum's valor in repelling the Japanese pirates. He knew the governor of JeJe Island had presented a false account of events. Following the chief officer's orders, Min remained at the offices while JangGeum and GooMan returned to JeJu Island.
During their voyage, JangGeum attempted to erect a mound over the grave of Court Lady Han. There, she encountered a peculiar boy who commanded her to unearth the body aJan 6, 20048.0Jan 6, 20048.033
Episode 33From the outset, JangGeum encounters obstacles. Shin, IkPil, the chief medical instructor, takes exception to her having treated a member of the nobility, HoPanDaeGam’s son. Meanwhile, Min, striving to expose the illicit activities of Oh, GyumHo and his allies, seeks assistance wherever he goes. Though initially refused by Jung, WoonBaek, Min eventually prevails in securing his cooperation. JangGeum, seeking clarity, questions Shin, IkPil about his failure to grade her on the examination of mediJan 12, 20046.0Jan 12, 20046.034
Episode 34Amidst the rigorous demands of her studies, JangGeum recognized a fundamental flaw in her approach. She had relied too heavily on fragmented knowledge, neglecting the importance of holistic understanding. It was a realization that came with a second opportunity to prove herself in the examination of medicinal discernment. Shin advised her that true medical skill lay not in intellect alone, but in thoughtful consideration.
Emboldened by this insight, JangGeum dedicated herself fully to the trJan 13, 20048.0Jan 13, 20048.035
Episode 35The Queen’s condition worsened, summoning ladies from the kitchen and infirmary to the palace. JangGeum followed them, and after the Queen had discharged the blood, she was tasked with her care. As Court Lady Choi, now Chief Lady of the Court, entered the palace, she encountered JangGeum, a surprise etched on her face. JangGeum met her with a calm greeting.Jan 19, 20047.0Jan 19, 20047.036
Episode 36Doubt clouded JangGeum’s words, reflecting in the subtle currents she read within the pulse. Finally, she and YoulI, poised before the assembled royal physicians, offered their diagnoses, only to find their assessments diverging. Meanwhile, JoaChangSung, Min, JeonHo, and Oh GyumHo exerted pressure on one another regarding the allocation of GongSinJeon – a desperate attempt to alleviate mounting financial burdens. Cornered and threatened by this scrutiny, Oh and his allies began to weave a clandeJan 20, 20048.0Jan 20, 20048.037
Episode 37With every effort to save her teacher, Jang Geum stakes her life on a wager with the Queen Mother. To secure victory, Geum Young and Court Lady Choi align themselves with the Queen Mother…
The Queen Mother, in a fit of displeasure, refuses all medical treatment and directs her anger towards the King. Taking advantage of this volatile situation, Chief Court Lady Choi manipulates the Queen Mother into addressing the matter of the GongSinJeon. Meanwhile, disgraced official Lee Hyun Woo ralliesJan 26, 20048.0Jan 26, 20048.038
Episode 38She poured the medicinal powder with meticulous care, a silent promise held within each grain. While Shin tirelessly pursued a cure in ancient texts and forgotten remedies, JangGeum prepared the pills for the Queen Mother, hoping to mend what time had broken. But when the ingredients were revealed, a wave of disapproval rippled through the court. The Queen and Jung, along with YoonSoo, were deeply offended, demanding the removal of the royal physician.
Meanwhile, King JoongJong sought out YeoJan 27, 20049.0Jan 27, 20049.039
Episode 39A royal decree reached the kitchens: His Majesty desired rice cakes for his midnight meal, a craving sparked by a memory from the Royal Culinary Competition. The request stirred a deep melancholy within Geum-young.
Meanwhile, Yeol-i plotted against Jang-geum. Her schemes blossomed into a series of misunderstandings with superiors and colleagues, culminating in Jang-geum's banishment to a region ravaged by an epidemic.
There, amidst the suffering, Yeol-i and Jung Yoon-soo hatched a deadlyFeb 2, 20045.0Feb 2, 20045.040
Episode 40He followed her, a desperate pursuit born of loyalty, and found her amidst a landscape of despair. They were leaving the village, and as they departed, they encountered those who remained, bound to the confines of its walls.
Janggeum spoke with them, and their outrage at betrayal was palpable. She dispatched Min to fetch medicine, but he did not return by the time he had promised, leaving the villagers in a worsening state.Feb 3, 20046.0Feb 3, 20046.041
Episode 41He sought audience with the King, pleading for justice regarding Min's insubordination, and Min was relieved of his duties. Yet, a missive arrived from the village ravaged by the epidemic, detailing the tireless efforts of Min and JangGeum in combating the illness.
YoenSaeng was now SookWon, one of the titles bestowed upon women who had shared the King's bed, joining a cohort of royal concubines. Lady Choi and YeolI conspired, and YeolI took it upon herself to care for YoenSaeng. Despite theFeb 9, 20048.0Feb 9, 20048.042
Episode 42Sin, IkPil, and YeolI watched as SinBi examined YeonSaeng's pulse. In that moment, YeonSaeng's errors became starkly apparent. Sin questioned YeolI about a misdiagnosis, but she remained uncooperative.
JangGeum seized this opportunity to expose the truth behind the sulfur-fed duck incident. She slipped into NaeSooSa, the heavily guarded bureau of investigations, intending to unlawfully obtain the daily report on King JoongJong’s health.Feb 10, 20048.0Feb 10, 20048.043
Episode 43She was tasked with delivering the King's daily health report, a duty that unexpectedly led her into a perilous situation. A calculated maneuver by Court Lady Choi and others, exploiting a position within the eunuch department, cornered Lord Sangsun, who had taken a protective interest in her. Faced with this pressure, Lord Sangsun was compelled to report the incident to the Queen, bringing the King's health report with him.Feb 16, 20048.0Feb 16, 20048.044
Episode 44The investigation began with the confiscation of items from both the royal kitchens and Choi’s business, a thorough search for answers. In GeumYoung's spice box, a poisonous mushroom was discovered, sparking contention with Court Lady Choi, who vehemently protested the finding.
Meanwhile, JangGeum drew closer to unraveling the mysteries surrounding King JoongJong’s ailments, seeking to understand the truth behind his suffering.Feb 17, 20049.0Feb 17, 20049.045
Episode 45Amidst the gilded halls of the court, a shadow of false accusation fell upon several women. Lady Choi, GeumYoung, and JangGeum found themselves unjustly branded with the charge of poisoning the King's meal with a deadly mushroom. Yet, through a series of intricate maneuvers and unwavering resolve, they sought to clear their names.
The royal physician, Jung YoonSoo, offered conflicting diagnoses and remedies, leaving the King’s health in precarious hands. Ultimately, responsibility for the KFeb 23, 200410.0Feb 23, 200410.046
Episode 46Min has discovered a crucial clue, focusing his attention on exposing Oh, GyumHo's misdeeds. The flawed diagnosis of Jung is revealed, and as circumstances turn against them, Oh, GyumHo and Choi, PanSool determine Jung’s fate – a man privy to their deepest secrets. This revelation not only impacts the King’s health but also ultimately wins the hearts of the King and Queen.Feb 24, 20049.0Feb 24, 20049.047
Episode 47She sought an audience with the woman, hoping for a negotiation, though she trusted neither of them. Lady Choi also visited Jang Geum, seeking atonement for the deed she had committed against Na In Park. Suspecting Oh of treachery, Lady Choi abducted Young-Lo, taking her towards SaHunBoo. Min discovered a definitive clause revealing Oh's involvement in illicit trade with the Japanese commander. The Queen Mother learned of Jung Yoon-Soo’s will and ordered it delivered to her.Mar 1, 20048.0Mar 1, 20048.048
Episode 48The gathered witnesses and conflicting testimonies demanded a reckoning. JoaChanSung, newly appointed to the ChooGookGoan, formally indicted Oh, Court Lady Choi, and all implicated in the unfolding events. Court Lady Choi fled the judgment, but in the quiet solitude of NaIn Park’s grave, she confronted the truth, acknowledging her errors and lamenting a past now irrevocably shadowed by regret.Mar 2, 200410.0Mar 2, 200410.049
Episode 49Janggeum, striving to honor her mother and Lady Han, dedicated herself to the care of her patients at the community health center. She poured her heart into each treatment, balancing her duties with a burgeoning romance with Min.
However, fate intervened when King Joongjong summoned her, tasking her with an act beyond the scope of her role as royal physician.
Meanwhile, a Royal Culinary Competition was announced, designed to identify the finest Court Lady for the Royal Kitchen. Court LadyMar 8, 20046.0Mar 8, 20046.050
Episode 50Min presented a letter of resignation to the King, and departed the palace with Janggeum. They left behind all that they knew, embarking on a journey. Despite counsel from Queen Yeon Sang and Do Je Do, Janggeum fulfilled the King’s command, an action that stirred considerable unrest within the royal court.Mar 9, 20049.0Mar 9, 20049.051
Episode 51The Queen was stricken with grief upon learning that her son, KyungWonDaeGun, was afflicted with smallpox. Desperate to aid him, she ordered a sacrifice ceremony, hoping to invoke blessings upon his recovery. Yet, his condition worsened, and the Queen, in her distress, summoned JangGeum. With heartfelt dedication, JangGeum administered treatment to KyungWonDaeGun.Mar 15, 200410.0Mar 15, 200410.052
Episode 52Min, despite being a student of Shin IkPil, fulfills King JoongJong’s command, forging a new doctrine. IkPil, driven by admiration, seeks to serve JangGeum as his superior. The King visits JangGeum at her office, sharing the burdens of his reign and his personal beliefs. The Queen Mother, however, is incensed and demands that the King take JangGeum as a concubine.Mar 16, 20047.0Mar 16, 20047.053
Episode 53A subtle tension permeated the court. Jealousy simmered beneath the surface, fueled by unspoken affections revealed to the King. The Queen’s mother pressed for further demands upon a young woman caught between duty and desire. And when a gift from her ignited a conflict with a visiting nobleman, the King himself found himself embroiled in a clash of steel and emotion.
The King, overhearing a private conversation, felt a surge of unwelcome emotion – envy and anger – twisting within him. HiMar 22, 20048.0Mar 22, 20048.054
Episode 54The King received Jang Geum’s proposal for surgery with displeasure. As a result, she was sent from the palace, leaving her briefly separated from Min Jung Ho. However, fate intervened, and she was soon reunited with him.Mar 23, 200410.0Mar 23, 200410.0
