Ja In thinks she has a possible solution, and as she presents it to her father, she asks him to spare Yi Kang's life. Worried of the Qing army's presence, Yi Hyun entreats his commanding officer to read the Treaty of Tianjin. Meanwhile, the Japanese army lands in Jemulpo.

Baek Ga goes to Suk Joo and tells him to wait for Yi Hyun's return, but Suk Joo refuses. Hak Jin accepts the peace treaty. However, Bong Joon hesitates to sign the treaty because Gae Nam adamantly opposes. After his consideration, Bong Joon decides to sign the treaty. Meanwhile, Gye Hoon tells Yi Hyun to kill Bong Joon.