A tyrant king, a treacherous subject, and a woman seeking revenge.
The story of Joseon's tyrant king Yeonsan who exploits the populace for his own carnal pleasures, his seemingly loyal retainer who controls him and all court dealings, and a woman who seeks vengeance.
South Korea South Korea
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