Ak-hee, betrayed by Chung-ta, finds himself immobilized with a dagger lodged in his back. Though Sajo Hyeon regains consciousness, he is also incapacitated and unable to assist Ak-hee. With both Ak-hee and Hyeon bound, the situation worsens as Sajo Yung is released from prison. Meanwhile, Yeon Wol is risking everything to rescue Hyeon and finally receives a glimmer of hope from Chung-ta.