Review of episode 1

This episode explored the theme of how it is important to be kind to others, even if it might cost you something. Hur June displays kindness in the midst of adversity. He helps Dahee with her father's funeral even though she was a stranger to him.

This episode explored the theme of class inequalities and how it affects those in lower status. Hur June excels in his studies but he can't go further just because he is the son of a concubine. Hur June's helplessness at his social status turned him into as smuggler.

This episode explored the theme of standing up for your right. Hur June wanted more money for his smuggling and don't want to sell at a loss. The other party won't comply. Hur June stood up for his right by choosing to burn the stuffs of his smuggling rather than sell at a loss. As a result, he got what he wanted,

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