[♪ dramatic music playing]
[♪ suspenseful music playing]
[pulsing]
[grunts]
[pulsing]
[gasps]
[footsteps approaching]
[pulsing]
[grunting, groaning]
[grunts]
[groaning]
[grunts]
Mirr!
[grunts]
[Wonseung] Mirr!
[strains]
[grunts, groans]
[groaning]
[grunts]
[groaning]
Malsook!
Malsook...
[tires screech]
[shouting]
[grunting, groaning]
[Marok] Mirr.
[panting]
Marok.
Evil spirits have reemerged.
How could that be?
Let's get out of here.
[sighs]
Come on.
[grunting, groaning]
- [thuds] - Oh! Malsook, are you okay?
[panting]
Marok, they're too strong.
[panting]
We can't take them on now.
I see. For now,
let's get out of here. Come on.
[♪ dramatic music playing]
[cracking]
[grunts]
Marok, behind you!
[straining]
[straining continues]
[gasps]
[straining]
[grunts]
[coughs, gasps]
[grunts]
[gasps]
[strains]
[straining]
[groaning]
[gasps]
[sighs]
Samin?
[gasps]
[grunting, panting]
[Jwidol] Kangji.
Kangji, are you all right?
I'm fine, it's not that bad.
All right.
Doni, call Bangwool and have her treat Kangji.
Sure, Marok.
Let's all head home.
- Kangji, let's go. - Sure.
[Doni] Let's hurry home.
- [Malsook] Are you okay? - I'm good.
Marok.
Evil spirits have reemerged, haven't they?
I can't say. I'm not sure what's going on.
Let's go.
Sure.
[sighs]
Wonseung, let's go.
What?
Sure. But hold on.
I can feel a familiar energy.
Marok,
you saw something from the evil spirit, didn't you?
Well, I can't be sure of it just yet.
Taesan must be waiting, so let's go.
Sure.
It's been a while,
Marok.
TWELVE
[line ringing]
[sighs]
The person you have reached is unavailable--
[line disconnects]
[phone chimes]
Chief. Bangwool, can you tend to Kangji?
[grunts]
I'll get going.
It'll be all right.
[sighs]
TAESAN BUILDING
[door opens]
- [sighs] - [footsteps approaching]
[sighs]
[Kangji] What's that smell?
[sniffs]
[Doni] I see.
- Kangji, that paste was made... - Hmm?
...with the venom of a rattlesnake and medicinal herbs.
It'll heal your wound in no time.
Thanks, Bangwool.
[Malsook groaning]
That hurts. I said that hurts!
That really hurts!
[groans]
[groaning, panting]
[Doni] I see.
Malsook, you kicked so much that your pelvis got twisted.
It's my wrist.
Got it. Mirr, she says you'll be fine.
Right. Thanks, Bangwool.
[chuckles]
[sighs]
Where are you going?
I'll be back.
[sighs]
[gasps]
[gasps] This must be a treasure trove of all things healthy.
Having all of these to herself explains her flawless skin.
[sniffs]
Oh...
Mmm...
That's tasty.
No way. This will go great with beer.
This is really good.
I'll take this
and some of this.
[winces, sighs]
- [grunts, pants] - [glass shatters]
[grunts]
Bangwool, what was that for?
What?
I shouldn't breathe?
How can I not breathe?
[groans]
That left a mark.
[choking]
[winces]
[Jwidol] I didn't know.
I'm sorry.
[inhales sharply]
This doesn't seem to be doing anything.
Can I try turning this knob?
- Okay, here we go. - [thumping]
Good. A little more.
- [thumping increases] - [wincing]
Bangwool!
- [thumping stops] - [grunts]
[groans]
I just...
[groans]
- [door opens] - What's this for?
Marok, have you located the evil spirits?
No, not yet.
Chief.
This is urgent, and we should spread out to locate them.
I told you to stay out of it.
Don't make me repeat myself.
But, Chief...
You'd think differently if you had seen them.
Exactly. Anyway, I don't get how evil spirits could have reemerged.
Marok, when the Hellmouth was sealed,
didn't the evil spirits without power vanish too?
That's right. They were sealed away along with your powers.
[Wonseung sighs]
Even if Kangji manages to locate the evil spirits,
we still stand no chance against them in these human forms.
We can't do anything about it,
since God decided
to balance the power between good and evil.
Still, we'll have to figure out a way.
[sighs]
Fighting those evil spirits for the first time in ages made it clear
that we may not age like humans,
but we're just as powerless.
Before they harm humans, we must--
Rather than sticking our necks out for humans,
we'll focus on keeping only this family safe.
Still, these are evil spirits we're talking about.
[Kangji] Chief,
can I say something?
[sighs]
Honestly, it's been a long time.
Because you were constantly in pain over what happened,
we followed your lead and did as told, but this is way too irresponsible of you.
The purpose of our existence is to protect humans.
That's the duty we should honor to the very end.
Kangji, come on.
[Taesan] So?
We protected humans for thousands of years, but for what?
You see,
even God has abandoned us.
Look at what we've become.
I refuse to uphold that duty if it means losing my family.
You're not the only one grieving their deaths!
Stop acting like you're the only one who cares.
- What? - [Kangji] I mourn those we lost,
but we should still stay true to who we are.
I'm willing to die while protecting humans.
Watch it, Kangji!
Both of you, that's enough.
[sighs]
[Taesan] Listen.
I refuse to lose anyone else.
[Kangji] Protect us, Chief.
Then we'll protect humans.
Duty or not...
that's why we exist.
[sighs]
[Kangji sighs]
[sighs]
Jwidol.
Didn't you make something to track drug dealers?
Yes, Marok.
Good.
- Wonseung. - Yes?
A word.
[Marok sighs]
Ah...
- [sighs] - [grunts]
Anyway, what did you want to talk about?
Well,
didn't you sense an odd vibe earlier?
Of course, I did.
Why did Kangji have to tick off Chief like that?
His hatred for humans is nothing new.
Tell me about it.
Meanwhile, out of all of us, Kangji is particularly fond of humans.
[sighs]
I mean,
evil spirits are causing us distress as is,
so why are we fighting each other?
- [sighs] - Wonseung.
That's why I wanted to talk to you.
Didn't you see that earlier?
Of course, I did.
Chief's eyes were burning with anger.
I'm talking about how Taesan was looking at you.
Didn't you get the sense that he wanted
to ask you a favor?
- What? - Taesan knows he should help humans,
but wanting to do right by the rest of you
keeps him from taking the lead in this matter.
That's why he looked at you
like he was pleading for you to find those evil spirits.
He was pleading with his eyes.
- He wants me to step in for him? - That's right.
What do you think that means?
He obviously sees you
- as the next chief. - [gasps]
The next chief? Me?
Exactly.
Taesan may be a big guy on the outside,
but he's actually quite shy.
- Right. - Would it kill him
to just ask for favors out loud?
Why does he do it with his eyes?
He always lets his gaze speak for him.
Wonseung.
Yes?
Here's to becoming the chief.
[sighs]
[gulps]
[inhales deeply]
[strains]
[sighs]
[♪ mysterious music playing]
[wind howling]
[sighs]
[whimpers]
[sniffles, cries]
[crying]
[sniffles]
[crying]
[sighs]
[Marok] We'll join you in time.
[crying]
[Taesan sighs]
[Marok] The one who awakened the evil spirits
is Samin.
Samin?
That's right.
The high priest who turned Haetae into an evil spirit.
He still lives.
But he's a human. How is that possible?
It's not, so I should look into it.
[sighs]
Either way, I'll say this now.
Leave my kids out of this.
Taesan.
Our purpose
is to help the human world.
And I should protect my family.
We're just ordinary humans now.
We have no power to fight evil spirits.
Taesan.
Sacrificing to protect humans?
That's pointless.
[sighs]
TAESAN BUILDING
[sniffles, clears throat]
[chuckles]
So, how are you feeling?
Though it's long overdue,
I'm thankful you returned.
Sorry it took me so long.
Don't say that. [chuckles]
- [birds chirping] - [panting]
[sighing]
[coughs]
[Taesan] I refuse
to lose anyone else.
[Kangji] Protect us, Chief.
Then we'll protect humans.
Duty or not,
that's why we exist.
[panting slows]
[sighs]
[grunts]
GEUMSOON'S STREET FOOD
It's Mr. Taesan.
[gasps]
What's all this?
Let me buy it.
- What... - What are you talking about?
Let me buy this food cart from you.
Mr. Taesan...
Here.
It could get dangerous, so stay out of the country for a while.
[birds chirping]
[panting]
[Jwidol] Here.
Thanks.
If you press the red button, the surrounding area will appear
- in green on the map. - Okay.
If there's an irregularity, orange spot will show.
I see. Sounds easy enough.
What task did Marok assign you that requires this device?
What?
Well...
Well, he's after... Yes, drugs.
He's gearing up for a crackdown on drug offenders
and asked me to lend a hand.
Really?
- Why you, though? - [scoffs]
Who else could he ask?
I'm the only one who's good at this kind of thing.
Don't you agree?
Unbelievable.
[Jwidol] Something feels off.
Red...
Seriously, does this thing even work?
[sighs]
[panting]
[Doni screams]
[whimpering]
Hey, Bangwool.
I'm glad you're practicing, but do I have to hold this up?
I trust you, of course,
but that was pretty intense.
[chuckles]
Bangwool, wait!
What do you mean, nervousness helps you focus?
It's best to practice relaxed, Bangwool.
No, the apple's too risky.
Aim at this instead.
Geez.
Be careful.
- [phone ringing] - Bangwool, wait. I'm getting a call.
Just a second.
[gasps]
[ringing stops]
Why did you shoot when I was getting a call?
I told you the apple was too risky!
Aim at this instead.
Practice with this, okay?
- A black stone? - That's right.
It's the only relic missing from the recent discoveries.
That's the stone.
[Marok] What on earth is that?
Was there any other damage?
No, that's all they took.
- Sir. - Yes?
You should see this.
[phone buzzing]
[buzzing continues]
- Sir. - Yes?
I think you're getting a call.
- [pants] - [line ringing]
[sighs]
[phone buzzes]
- Hey, Wonseung. Found anything? - Marok.
Well,
I don't think the device Jwidol gave works.
Nothing's showing up on it.
Still, keep scanning the whole area.
I remember that's where the evil spirits first started emerging.
Shouldn't we tell Chief?
I said I'd take full responsibility for this,
so just do as I say.
[Wonseung sighs]
I'm worried Chief will be mad at me.
Remember what I told you?
Who is set to eventually become Taesan's successor?
- You know that can only be you, Wonseung. - [sighs]
Besides, Taesan hates this sort of thing.
Of course.
If you can locate the evil spirits first
and prevent war, this world...
You'll be a true angel who saves this world,
as you should be.
[sighs]
I have to sacrifice myself for everyone, don't I?
Yes, do just that.
That's my burden to bear.
- [laughs] - This must be the path of a chief.
That's it. Bear the burden.
I mean it. You're the only angel who can do this.
Of course. Becoming chief is no easy path--
What was that, Detective Kim?
Sure, I'll be right in.
Wonseung, they're asking for me. We'll talk again later.
Don't forget. Make some sacrifices. All right, bye.
- [line disconnects] - Hello? Marok?
He must be busy.
[sighs] This is exhausting.
Ah...
I should have one of these.
[sighs]
Mmm...
Mmm!
[sighs] That boosted my energy.
[huffs]
[sighs] Let's carry on.
[grunts]
[♪ peaceful music playing]
[Malsook] Mirr, are you bored?
We're almost there, so hang tight.
Where are we going?
A place you'll also love.
ANGEL CAPITAL GROUP
[children playing in distance]
[children exclaiming]
- Kids, hi! - Hi!
I'll take that.
Mirr, come on. Let's head inside.
Have you been well? You've gotten taller.
- Let's go inside. - Sure.
[Jwidol] Don't rush. One at a time.
[gasps]
[scoffs]
Let me refill your glass, Mr. Taesan.
Don't stand up. Others might get the wrong idea.
How could I?
I know my manners.
[clicks tongue]
I guess you're right.
"SEOUL AIRLINES"
Why did you bring the bag back?
I can't take this money.
You could all be at risk if something happens.
I understand your concern,
but I can't abandon my mom's food cart and leave the country.
You, of all people, know how hard my mom fought to keep it.
[♪ mischievous music playing]
What's taking him so long?
[grunts] He's still got five minutes.
[Wonseung sniffles, sighs]
[grunts]
[sighs]
- [footsteps approaching] - Oh...
[sighs]
[♪ ambient music playing]
Hey, Chief.
What exactly happened?
Do you remember the thug who borrowed money from us
to buy land in the marketplace?
Yongpal, the boss of the Samgeori gang.
Sure, Yongpal, the boss of the Samgeori gang.
Anyway, he duped Ssangkal, the boss of the Jongno gang,
and took off with his money.
In retaliation, the Jongno gang is tearing up the market and forcing everyone out,
claiming they'll open bars.
The Samgeori gang's boss, Yongpal, bought the marketplace land with my loan.
Until he pays me back, the land is mine.
The Jongno gang has already taken over the marketplace.
This is hurting the vendors there, so we should probably do something.
I'm worried people will get hurt.
Why are you guys working like this?
I told you to focus only on what's ours
and pay no attention to the humans.
Let's go and get my land back.
Guys, let's go.
Chief, wait for us.
[people clamoring]
[customer 1] What are they doing?
[worker] Don't do that.
[customer 2] Oh, dear.
"GEUMSOON'S STREET FOOD"
Lady, I told you to pack up and leave ages ago.
It's best for all of us
if you leave quietly while we're still being nice.
- [spits] - Damn you!
Damn it, woman. Get lost already.
- Okay. - Would you rather crawl out?
- I'll leave, okay? - Be gentle, will you?
Why you...
Come on.
- We've struggled against them enough. - Oh?
- Let's go. - [thug] You.
Haven't we met before?
As if.
- [thug] I know you from somewhere. - Geumsoon.
[laughs] Would you look at that? You're like two peas in a pod.
That glare is straight-up the same.
I see you only learned the nastiest things from your mom.
Hey, since the mom's busy,
teach the daughter a lesson.
[laughs]
All right, people. Over here.
- What now? - Who's he?
- [Wonseung] Excuse us. - What now?
Kim Yongpal of the Samgeori gang put this land up as collateral,
and Angel Loans will be taking over as of today.
What the heck?
Everything here, down to the tiniest item, is ours,
and you'll get hurt if you touch anything.
You folks of the Jongno gang,
please make a swift exit this way.
Hold on. Which one of you is Ssangkal?
Oh, there you are.
Got it. Noted.
Good.
[sighs]
Boys, take them out.
- We're up. - [Wonseung] Sure.
[grunting, groaning]
- What was that? - Hold on.
[people clamoring]
You again?
I knew it.
Unbelievable.
Do you know me?
[grunts]
[groans, whimpers]
I told you to be good, you punk.
You were a bandit in a past life.
I'll be good from now on.
My liver...
[heartbeat echoes]
[♪ romantic music playing]
[heartbeat continues]
[heartbeat stops]
If evil spirits return,
you'll protect us like you did in the past.
Would you like a refill?
Sure.
You probably have sore knees, so stop getting up like that.
- [Manbok] I'm okay. - Thanks.
By the way, are you two together?
What are you saying, mister?
You could be, if you're both willing.
- You make a sweet couple. - [Manbok] Right?
Just so you know,
my type
is someone as sweet and beautiful as Geumsoon.
Manbok sure has great taste in women.
She was known as Audrey Hepburn back in the day.
Sweet and beautiful.
- [laughs] - You two should seriously consider this.
Mister!
Mister, here.
Have one of these.
- Enjoy it with your drink. - Sure.
Ah...
Have you lost your mind? Unbelievable.
- [laughs] - Give one to Manbok too.
- [Geumsoon] Mister, please. - [Manbok] Ah...
- [Geumsoon] Eat it yourself. - [Manbok laughs]
- Enjoy. - [child 1] Thank you.
Enjoy.
[child 2] Thank you.
- Enjoy. - Thank you.
Brings back memories, doesn't it?
Yes.
- [Jwidol] Would you like more? - Sorry.
Don't be.
What matters is that we're together again.
[chuckles]
[grunting, groaning]
[Kangji] Mirr?
- Mirr. - [gasps]
What?
You were spacing out.
[child 3] I'd like my food, please.
Sure. Sorry about that.
- Take your time and eat your fill. - Got it.
- There you go. Enjoy. - [child 3] Thank you.
- It's tasty. - [Kangji] Please enjoy.
[child 4] Thank you.
[♪ ominous music playing]
[Samin] I saw it with my own eyes.
The day Haetae was killed by Taesan and the angels,
it left behind three soul stones.
Once you gather the soul stones
and feed their energy into the Dragon Soul,
which oversees the energy of angels and demons,
you can revive Haetae's power.
Translated by Hyelim Park
ALL CHARACTERS, PLACES, AND ORGANIZATIONS IN THIS SERIES ARE FICTIONAL