Lee Yin Jwa is arrested and brought before the King. Prince Milpoong however is still on the run. The King begins to appoint members of the Namin Party to office as he had promised during the revolt. Both the Patriarchs and Disciples begin to protest against the appointment.

The senior officials gather Saheonbu soldiers to arrest Lee Yin Jwa's father-in-law and his family. They protest against the King's appointment of Namins. Yoon Yeong tries to help Prince Milpoong get away safely to Qing Dynasty but is killed in an accident. Min Jin Heon supports the King's reform.

King Yeongjo decides to abolish section chief of personnel. The senior officials are furious. Prince Milpoong walks into the palace himself and kills himself. Inspectors at Saheonbu support the King's decision. Lee Yin Jwa and Wi Byeong Joo are executed.