XLVI

Mundok's Interlude - Doubt

Mundok knew that he was stating things rather harshly towards the princess but it was true. She and his grandson could not do this mission alone. If - no, when Soo-Won would become the emperor, he would certainly be able to find the two eventually. Disguise or not.

"You are doubting me." The princess stated while looking evenly at him. She seemed to be the epitome of calm and grace. Despite simply sitting upright on the futon, she still had the dignity of a noble.

Perhaps he had been too quick in saying such things? Surely they could do it?

"I apologize for my - " He was about to say while bowing down his head but Princess Yona immediately stopped him.

"Do not apologize, elder." She said. "You are correct that Hak and I cannot do this mission alone." She let out a troubled sigh. "I suppose I may have seemed to be a bit hasty implying that Hak and I could do it without anyone else's help. Might you have a suggestion?"