Amid a royal and political power struggle, a king entangles with an intriguing woman — whose hidden desire for revenge transforms into unintended love.
Cast: Cho Jung-seok, Shin Sae-kyeong, Lee Sin-young
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Season 1
16 episodes
1. Episode 1After a Qing-mandated exile, Grand Prince Jinhan returns to a hostile palace. He later encounters an intriguing baduk player who proves to be elusive.TV-PGCC1 h 9 minJan 21, 2024
2. Episode 2After facing Yi In in a game of baduk, Kang Hee-soo develops feelings for him. Meanwhile, Yi Seon grows increasingly ill, creating a succession crisis.TV-PGCC1 h 15 minJan 21, 2024
3. Episode 3Kim Myung-ha urges Hee-soo to stop her ruse. When a royal crisis arises, Kang Hang-soon performs a selfless act — but Kim Jong-bae schemes against Yi In.TV-PGCC1 h 7 minJan 27, 2024
4. Episode 4After a confrontation with Yi Seon, Yi In ascends to the throne — but not without opposition. In the process, he cruelly turns a blind eye to Hee-soo.TV-PGCC1 h 18 minJan 28, 2024
5. Episode 5Yi In summons Myung-ha to the palace and appoints him to a special role. To get the attention of the king, Hee-soo takes part in the baduk examination.TV-PGCC1 h 6 minFeb 2, 2024
6. Episode 6Hee-soo receives a stern warning from Yi In upon becoming his official baduk companion, later becoming entangled in a political ploy by the queen dowager.TV-PGCC1 h 14 minFeb 3, 2024
7. Episode 7Yi In begins to suspect a suspicious relationship between Myung-ha and Hee-soo. Later, Hee-soo joins the Grand Prince on a royal trip with the King.TV-PGCC1 h 6 minFeb 8, 2024
8. Episode 8After rumors of Yi In's affection toward Hee-soo spread like wildfire, the palace arranges a royal night of intimacy for him — despite true feelings.TV-PGCC1 h 11 minFeb 9, 2024
9. Episode 9After a night of intimacy, Yi In and Hee-soo navigate their complicated feelings. In an attempt to oust Hee-soo, Park Jong-hwan wages a bet with Yi In.TV-PGCC1 h 8 minFeb 10, 2024
10. Episode 10The Qing makes a contentious demand, and Yi In's decision in the matter forces Hee-soo to carry out her own plan — but last-minute complications arise.TV-PGCC1 h 13 minFeb 10, 2024
11. Episode 11As Jong-hwan gets close to catching the faux-princess, Hee-soo puts her faith in Yi In — struggling with her growing feelings for him.TV-PGCC1 h 12 minFeb 17, 2024
12. Episode 12After lightning ignites a fire, Yi In sees it as a sign from above. As Queen Oh's health falters, Hee-soo strives to protect the Grand Prince's fate.TV-PGCC1 h 17 minFeb 18, 2024
13. Episode 13A last-minute change of heart gravely injures Hee-soo — prompting questions around her gender. Later, Yi In reveals the fate of her father to her.TV-PGCC1 h 12 minFeb 24, 2024
14. Episode 14In a vulnerable moment, Yi In shares the secret of his ascension with Hee-soo. Jong-hwan plans a counterattack for Yi In's investigation of past events.TV-PGCC1 h 14 minFeb 25, 2024
15. Episode 15After Senior Court Lady Dong's tragedy, Yi In aims to punish the one responsible. Queen Dowager Park finally learns the truth about Hee-soo's gender.TV-PGCC1 h 17 minMar 2, 2024
16. Episode 16Despite Yi In’s opposition, Hee-soo embarks on a dangerous journey to visit her father. But as months pass, their reunion remains uncertain.TV-PGCC1 h 13 minMar 3, 2024
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The one who messed up the world, the one who messed up the heart.
Amid a royal and political power struggle, a king entangles with an intriguing woman — whose hidden desire for revenge transforms into unintended love.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Cho Nam-guk, Kim Seon-deok
- Studio
- Studio Dragon, CJeS Studios
Maturity rating
TV-PGCheck the rating before watching with younger viewers.
