Episode 22: Imperial Prince Tae Hoon’s Declaration

Finally, they have arrived at the Blue House.

“Attention to all security personnel, the Imperial Family has just arrived. I repeat, the Imperial Family has just arrived. Man your positions and secure all entrances and exits around the area. No one must disturb or wreck this press conference! This is our top priority!”

The Imperial Family’s car then stopped at the Main Lobby where they were greeted by of course, the media. Before the family goes out, their escorts, the Imperial Guards made them part to give way for the Imperial Family to pass. Once they were outside, all attention was on Imperial Prince Tae Hoon of course.

“Dong-saeng, don’t mid their questions. We’ll be answering them anyway later inside.”

“Araseo Hyung.”

The press conference finally started. It went for an hour and was televised not only to the entire nation but also to the entire world. Many questions were asked. Of course the first question was how did the Imperial Family managed to find Tae Hoon, they also asked him how was his life before, how was he raised, who raised him, where did he live and many more. Prince Dong Hwan showed them the results of the DNA test that was conducted to prove that Kim SeonHo was really the missing Prince Yi Tae Hoon. After an hour of much questioning and answering, it was time to go to Empress Haewon’s grave.

“Wow Dong-saeng! That was amazing! You managed to answer all those questions!”

“Ehehe! I just did what I can! It’s nothing really!”

“Tae Hoon, were you nervous back there?” asked Emperor Gojo.

“Neh Ahpah! I was very nervous back there! Good thing they didn’t see my legs shaking!”

“HAHAHAHAHA!” they all laughed after he said this!

“So now, how are you feeling?” asked Prince Dong Hwan.

“Well, to be honest, it’s like a heavy load from me has just disappeared. I feel very light and well, a little bit confident now!”

A few minutes later, they arrived at Empress Haewon’s grave. Since it was his first time there, Tae Hoon was the first one to put some offerings and a wreath of flowers on his mother’s grave followed by JoonSe, their dad and then Prince Dong Hwan and Princess Che-Rin. After that, they did the traditional procedures when visiting the dead.

“Tae Hoon, your mother, Empress Haewon must be very much happy right now for finally, her final request has been fulfilled.” said Emperor Gojo.

“It’s… It’s just too bad that I wasn’t able to be at her side when she passed away… Oemma…”

“Tae Hoon, your mother loved you very much even when she died.” said Princess Che-Rin.

“Even though she wasn’t able to see you for one last time, she made sure that we, your family would be able to find you.” said Prince Dong Hwan.

“She was a kind and loving mother. She loved both of us so much.” said JoonSe.

“I’m sorry for not being able to find you quickly Tae Hoon! This is my fault! I’m sorry!” Emperor Gojo hugged him while shedding tears.

“Ahpah, it’s not your fault. It really isn’t, believe me. It’s those people who wanted our family to be in sorrow and despair. You heard what my dad… oh um…”

The Emperor stopped hugging him and said: “It’s okay. Please continue.”

“Well, you all heard my dad’s story right? It’s those people conspiring to take the throne for themselves and to do that, they wanted us to be in disunity. Don’t worry because today, I Imperial Prince Yi Tae Hoon of Korea shall exact revenge on those people who have taken me away from my real family! In order for me to do that, I will become the Prince that I truly am! This is my declaration!”

“Dong-saeng!”

“That’s my son!”