The queen consort seeks to punish Kim Eun Bu while the king is away from the palace. But guilt leads Kang Gam Chan to attempt to spare the commander.

With Kang Gam Chan's help, Wang Sun succeeds in launching reforms. However, the local governance is unhappy, and Kang Gam Chan faces the consequences.

Wang Sun meets with the local officials for reform, and Kang Gam-chan returns to the capital. Khitan sends an envoy, demanding Goryeo pay their dues.