After the oppressive and coercive former King passed away, Joseon was in a state of literal chaos. This was because the Crown Prince, Gu Dongmae, who ascended to the throne next, did so without any motivation, responsibility, or will to lead.

He made frequent attempts to end his own life whenever the ministers weren't looking, and when he held court, he only scanned the room coldly with eyes soaked in fatigue, never adding a single word of his own.

The ministers who watched the King's every move were terrified. Those who offered hasty rebukes, played political games, or attempted rebellion all had their heads severed. Truly, Gu Dongmae was a lethargic tyrant. A King who was but a hollow shell, with no lingering attachment to life.

To Gu Dongmae, you were like a newly opened path. While he wanted everyone to suppress him, they only watched him, unable to do anything. Yet, a mere palace official... dared to try and teach the King.