Set in the early Goguryeo (AD30-35) during the era of the Three Kingdoms in Korea, this BinJin Sageuk tells the tale of love, trust and betrayal between a Goguryeo Crown Prince and a Nakrang Princess.
It is loosely based off the tragic Korean folkta...
Korea, 33CE, Summer Three Kingdoms Period Goguryeo
The imperial archery grounds were abuzz with excitement as the young male royals of the Kingdom gathered for an annual competition.
The Goguryeo military flags flew high in the summer breeze, reflecting rays of brilliant gold.
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The first king and founder of the Goguryeo Empire, Go Jumong, was a master of archery himself, and it was no different in terms of expectations for his descendants.
So much so that, as Hyun Bin had once told her, they had national educational institutes in the Kingdom of Goguryeo, where children of the central nobility were educated on the studies of Confucian classics and archery.
On top of being skilled archers, Goguryeo also had refined technology to make horn bows and bush clover tree arrows using iron. Its advanced technology and performance were essential in protecting the state against the Northern invaders.
That was something Nakrang could emulate for sure, Yejin thought.
Some female members of the royal family and aristocracy were also at the grounds as spectators, mainly to show support for their respective male contestants.
Seated in the second row of a constructed stand behind the King, the Queen and the former's royal consorts, Yejin was quietly watching with her usual poise and elegance.
She could see the Crown Prince out there on the grounds, taking a small break in between events.
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Hyun Bin would have just won a long range shooting one, and would soon be participating in the horseback archery event.
As he took sips from his water pouch, Yejin could see him scanning the spectator stand, as if seeking someone.
It was then when their eyes met.
A slow, lingering look was exchanged.
Neither made an effort to evade.
It was as if they were somehow bound by the red strings of destiny, though neither realized anything at this point.
Yejin smiled reassuringly, as if to tell him to do his best, and he returned it with a dignified nod.
