The king is asked to answer to overwhelming appeals for the crown prince's removal. Reentering the palace, Ji-un promises to protect Hwi no matter what.

Hwi carefully reveals her secret to Ji Un. Lord Sang Heon unleashes his royal ambitions and makes way for the future king.

Hwi and Ha Gyeong spend their first night together. Reinstated into a palace operating around Lord Sang Heon, Ji Un lies low to serve the wounded king.