Goong 22 - Summary

Previously on Goong

Chae Kyung and Shin got divorced because of Yuul's plan to make his mark on the royal family. However, this was all done secretly without Shin knowing it. When the fact that Yuul caused the crown prince's divorce is revealed to the King and Shin, the balance tips. The King starts making plans of his own, Shin breaks off his engagement with his childhood sweet heart, and Chae Kyung's state of mind falls into chaos after learning that Yuul endangered Shin. Even so, Chae Kyung intends to go abroad with Yuul to stop him from destroying the Korean monarchy and Shin's place in it. In addition, now that everything is out, Yuul has nothing to lose. What will he do?

Goong Volume 22

Chae Kyung, before going far away with Yuul, asks Shin to run away for the day. The two run to the royal summer house (which belongs to Chae Kyung because Shin gave it to her as a "last gift" just before the divorce).

Meanwhile, back at the palace, Yuul, believing that Chae Kyung permanently ran away with Shin mess up Yuul's plans and show how insignificant he and his feelings are, starts to gather opposing forces to the current monarchy. Do we see a coup d'etat??? In addition, Yuul's mother is planning an "accident" for Shin. However, we also see some allies. Shin's father, decides to finally step up and take action to protect the Korean monarchy and his son. In addition, Miru, the daughter of a powerful family who likes Yuul and wants to get married to him, also helps out Shin and Chae Kyung by convincing her rich father to go and help out with whatever the King (Shin's father) is doing. Why would she do this when she likes Yuul? Because she knows that Yuul likes Chae Kyung and putting Chae Kyung and Shin together will leave Yuul free.

Back at the summer house, Shin proposes again to Chae Kyung, but Chae Kyung, stunned and confused is unable to answer. However, it is evident that the two are still in love with one another. That afternoon, Chae Kyung decides to return to Yuul. Shin intended to let her go if that was her final wish. However, Shin received orders from his father to keep her with Shin. (Go figure!) The king is waiting for Yuul to make a move so that he can officially step in, but if Chae Kyung returns, Yuul's coarse of action may change. Chae Kyung desperately tries to run away by hitchhiking, calling a cab, etc. All are futile attempts. Shin is intent on keeping her by his side. In the end, Chae Kyung tries to go out through the second floor balcony. Just before she jumps, Shin runs into the scene and pulls her off the ledge into his arms.

Well that was how the 22nd novel came to an end. I know, a cliff hanger huh? It's driving me crazy. Now I have to wait again for the next novel to come out. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed the short synopsis of Goong. There were some very funny scenes, pictures, and lines in the comic. I really recommend watching Goong.

Goong - Volume 22

FINALLY!!!!!!

Today, the twenty second novel of Goong came out. I loved reading the comic series, but the fact that it wasn't a completed series vexed me. In addition, unlike most comics, it would take months for one book to come out. However, I heard that the artist/writer of Goong had some health issues and underwent two surgeries during the duration of writing her 22nd novel. That is why I like to read completed comics. But since Goong has entertained me for a VERY long time, I guess I'll have to enjoy the anticipation for the next book each new novel gives. Unfortunately, even the 22nd novel is not the end of Goong. It's unfortunate because now I'll have to wait for the next novel. However, it's also a good thing because I'll be able to enjoy more and more of the story.

This is what happened. I heard that the twenty second release of Goong was coming out in February. But it didn't come out. Then I heard that it will come out in March. I had been waiting for this since I finished the 21st novel last year. That is a lot of waiting. The last thing I heard about the release date was "the last week of March." Finally, on March 31st, my friend texted me, "I got Goong!!!!!" Yes!!! Finally! So my friend read the book that afternoon and passed it on to me Thursday morning. Well, I actually ran to her first block (she was in World History), got the book safely in my arms, and ran back to my class (Geometry). I couldn't wait to read it!!! Every time we got an assignment, I bolted through the problems (correctly) and read the comic in my free time. First of all, I never knew I could solve math problems so quickly. Secondly, I learned that I could do Geometry and read Goong at the same time. If this is possible, anything is possible.

How I Started Reading Goong

It's soon time for the next volume of Goong to come out. It's been over half an year since the last novel came out. Each Goong book takes quite some time to come out and right now, the series is continuing for over 22 novels. Now that I am thinking again, alot, about Goong, I remember how I first started reading Goong.

It was a long, long time ago. I was in elementary school (maybe it wasn't THAT long ago, but anyway). I visited a friend's house and we were chatting on the floor of her room. Under her desk, a series of comic books were lying around. It was Goong. At that time, there were maybe only about 5 or 6 released novels. In the beginning, I wasn't very interested. The story seemed sophomoric, unrealistic, and the characters looked awkward. But the two of us didn't know what else to do so we started reading them while munching on some snacks. Soon we were completely hooked. With a huge smile on our faces, we rolled around the floor laughing and kept flipping through the pages. It was time for me to go. Not only did I want to finish a few books that were left, I wanted to see it from the beginning again! My friend was generous enough to lend me all of her Goong books. That day, I walked out of her house, both arms full of comic books. And that was the beginning.

The Corpse Bride - Favorite Scenes

In any movie, music plays a large role in enhancing the mood. In The Corpse Bride, there were some musical scenes that I really enjoyed.

First of all, there is the scene where Victoria first meets Victor. Victor awkwardly steps into Victoria's home and seeing a piano, starts playing a beautiful piano piece. I like this scene not only because of the music, but because it shows a lot about Victor's character. See for yourself!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOCZ5K1vxCQ&feature=related

I also like the scene where, after Victor tricks Emily into letting him go back to the "living world", he tries to make things up for Emily. Emily's inability to stay angry at Victor show how she feels about him. I think it's a genius way of showing what it going on between the two characters without having to say anything.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qaMcImrNnOQ&feature=related

Another song, called "The Remains of the Day" is sung by the dead and narrates Emily's tragic story. The funky and catchy music as well as the underlying story in the lyrics makes the music a major part of the movie. In addition, the visuals also show what the Land of the Dead is like.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1qgmdVgN70&feature=related

The Corpse Bride

The Corpse Bride

http://www.freemoviestheatre.com/cat/8-p17.html

The Corpse Bride (2005) is an animation movie directed by Tim Burton and Mike Johnson. It is set in a village in Britain. Victoria (voiced by Emily Watson), is the daughter of a bankrupt aristocrat. Because of her family's financial situation, she is set to be married off to a man named Victor (voiced by Johnny Depp), the timid and gentle son of the nouveau riche class. Before the marriage, Victor makes some major blunders in front of Victoria's parents. Embarrassed, he runs off to the forest to practice his vows and slips his wedding ring onto a tree branch sticking out of the ground. Suddenly, the branch moves; it was a hand of a dead bride! Here comes Emily, the corpse bride.

www.moviesonline.ca/movienews_5469.html

Victor

http://www.allmoviephoto.com/photo/2005_corpse_bride_wallpaper_004.html

http://www.allmoviephoto.com/photo/2005_corpse_bride_063.html

http://www.salon.com/entertainment/movies/review/2005/09/16/corpse_bride/

Victoria

http://www.moviewallpapers.net/download/desktop/1275/1280/Corpse_Bride.html

http://leyo.glogster.com/The-Corpse-Bride/

Emily

http://movies.ign.com/articles/651/651592p1.html

http://www.cinecon.com/news.php?id=0509142

X Japan- "Endless Rain"

http://ranjjang.tistory.com/5

X Japan is one of my favorite rock bands. I would like to dedicate a few posts to their music.

Endless Rain Single (released December 1989)

Composed and Written by X Japan leader/pianist/drummer Yoshiki.

Track Listings

1. “Endless Rain”

2. “X” (Live version)

Although I like the song “X”, “Endless Rain” really caught my attention in this single. I am currently obsessed with this sentimental, yet powerful ballad. The vocalist’s powerful voice to a moving melody captivated me. However, it would be a disgrace to a song to ignore its lyrics. Because I am not a native Japanese speaker, I cannot understand or feel the lyrics perfectly. I could understand the meaning of the lyrics, but I would never be able to see the beauty in and fully appreciate the Japanese language itself. However, I can be moved. I can be moved because that is what music does- move people who cannot fully understand, appreciate, or analyze its power.

This is the music video for “Endless Rain.” The recording is great, but I also suggest that you listen to some of their live versions too.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=Beujgb0OBeY&feature=related

Lyrics

I'm walking in the rain

行くあてもなく傷ついた身體濡らし

絡みつく凍りのざわめき

殺し續けて 彷徨ういつまでも

Until I can forget your love

眠りは麻藥

途方にくれた心を靜かに溶かす

舞い上がる愛を 踊らせて

ふるえる身體を 記憶の薔薇につつむ

I keep my love for you to myself

Endless rain, fall on my heart 心の傷に

Let me forget all of the hate, all of the sadness

Days of joy, days of sadness slowly pass me by

As I try to hold you, you are vanishing before me

You're just an illusion

When I'm awaken, my tears have dried in the sand of sleep

I'm a rose blooming in the desert

It's a dream. I'm in love with you

まどろみ抱きしめて

Endless rain, fall on my heart 心の傷に

Let me forget all of the hate, all of the sadness

I awake from my dream

I can't find my way without you

The dream is over

聲にならない言葉を繰り返しても

高すぎる灰色の壁は

過ぎ去った日の思いを夢に寫す

Until I can forget you love

Endless rain, fall on my heart 心の傷に

Let me forget all of the hate, all of the sadness

Endless rain, let me stay evermore in your heart

Let my heart take in your tears, take in your memories

Endless rain, fall on my heart 心の傷に

Let me forget all of the hate, all of the sadness

Lyrics are from Naver Lyrics: http://music.search.naver.com/search.naver?where=music&query=X-JAPAN%20Endless%20Rain&sm=tab_mus&ie=utf8

English Translation

I'm walking in the rain,

though everything seems to be hurting me for some reason.

There is only nothing.

Just kill me now ... as I roam forever.

Until I can forget your love.

To me sleep is a confusing, narcotic

that only quiets the beating heart.

All my love seems to flow from my body like a heart felt memory.

I keep my love for you to myself.

*Endless rain, fall on my heart In this wounded soul.

Let me forget, all of the hate, all of the sadness,

Days of joy, days of sadness slowly pass me by.

As I try to hold you, you are vanishing before me.

You're just an illusion.

When I am awake, my tears have dried in the sands of sleep.

I'm a rose blooming in the desert.

It's a dream, I'm in love with you.

Hold me warmly in your arms.

I awake from my dream

I can't find my way without you

The dream is over.

I can no longer hear the voice of your gentle words.

Floating off tear stained walls.

So awakening in the morning, I'll move into my dreams ...

until I can forget your love.

repeat *

Endless rain, fall on my heart, in this wounded soul.

Let me forget, all of the hate, all of the sadness.

Endless rain, let me stay a memory in your heart.

Let me take in your tears, take in your memories

Translation From: http://www.songmeanings.net/songs/view/140131/

Goong - An Adorable Story

Hello! I'm back with more information about Goong! What happens in this comic book? What happens between Shin, Chae Kyung, and Yuul? Keep reading to find out!

http://cafe.daum.net/NO1MUSIC/2OHQ/225?docid=cV4n|2OHQ|225|20081023102952

Plot

Before Shin and Chae Kyung could even walk, the two’s grandfathers decided to marry the two children. Therefore, when Chae Kyung becomes seventeen, she is suddenly forced into a marriage which turns her life upside down. In the midst of trying to get accustomed to life in the palace, Chae Kyung grows closer to and falls in love with Shin Lee. As for Shin Lee, he had a childhood sweetheart. He only realizes later on that his true love is Shin Chae Kyung. The two grow closer to one another day by day and also fight through various challenges of life in the palace and as a public figure and role model, as well as other challenges any young lover may encounter.

Meanwhile, the story also includes government conspiracy. Yuul’s mother is furious because, according to current standings, her son cannot become the next king of Korea. In order to raise her son’s and her own status, she starts to create allies within the government and plot against Prince Shin Lee. Yuul, however, starts to grow tired of his mother’s endless plots. This changes when Yuul decides to become a “bad boy.” In order to bring Chae Kyung to his side, he threatens Shin’s mother. If Chae Kyung does not divorce Shin Lee, Yuul says that he will do everything in his power to knock Shin off the line of succession. Although Yuul is second in line, Shin’s mother knew the danger of his resources and power. As a mother who wishes the best for her son, she tells Chae Kyung that Chae Kyung must divorce Shin if she truly loves him. Chae Kyung, hoping to protect Shin, asks for a divorce. Although Shin refuses at first, he sees that his wife is having a hard time in the palace and lets her go. However, he is determined to find out the secret behind Chae Kyung’s actions. In volume twenty, the fact that Yuul was the mastermind behind Shin and Chae Kyung’s misery is revealed and Chae Kyung is overwhelmed by the fact that her friend betrayed her. Although the secrets are revealed, it is not easy for a prince to announce a marriage, a divorce, and yet again another marriage. In addition, Yuul, now that he has nothing to lose, decides to step up his own game. Volume twenty one ends with conflicts still on high and Chae Kyung telling Shin that they should just run away together.

My Thoughts

Quite frankly, this comic does not contain a mind-blowing story line and often times, the character drawings are out of proportion; Goong would not have caught my eye on a book store. However, I skimmed through a few volumes at a friend’s house and learned why this comic book is enjoyed so much. The story is funny, light, and adorably sweet. It makes the readers laugh and smile to see how two teenagers grow accustomed to one another. At the same time, there is just enough serious scheming and back stabbing. All the characters, major, minor, good, or bad have their own charm. For example, although Yuul seems like a bad character, many readers grow to sympathize with and understand his sorrow because he has a story of his own, which, told from Yuul’s point of view, raises pity for the lonely character. For me, Goong is a great way to spend a boring afternoon; I have a lot of fun and reading this helped me improve my Korean grammar. I also learned a lot of terms, which were actually used long ago in Korea, that specifically address different people of the royal family.

Goong was also made into a live action drama which became a big hit. If you want a glimpse of what the drama is like, click the link below to see a short music video of one of the soundtracks of the drama.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCoQFks_9ew

Goong - The Lineup that Shines

Goong

http://images.google.co.kr/imglanding?q=Goong&imgurl=http://www.lastleaf.org/wp-content/uploads/2008/01/goong.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.anivide.com/user/luzdurano12&usg=__776ofh0E_iMQgyFZlxhN_KNT-eQ=&h=557&w=382&sz=134&hl=ko&um=1&itbs=1&tbnid=CysApvAAEE7qwM:&tbnh=133&tbnw=91&prev=/images%3Fq%3DGoong%26um%3D1%26hl%3Dko%26lr%3D%26newwindow%3D1%26complete%3D1%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&lr=&newwindow=1&complete=1&tbs=isch:1&start=7#tbnid=CysApvAAEE7qwM&start=11

Today I will introduce to you one of my favorite comic book series, Goong (Palace Love Story). Although Japan is very famous for their manga and animation culture, Koreans also enjoy reading comic books very much and Korea's comic industry has risen significantly. Just like we call Japanese comics Manga, Korean comics are called Manhwa. Let us take a brief look at what this manhwa is all about.

Title – Goong (translation: Palace)

Author/Artist – So Hee Park

Genre – Korean Comic (Manhwa), Romantic Comedy

Setting

This comic is set in modern-day Korea under the set-up that Korea is a constitutional monarchy.

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=108

Characters:

Chae Kyung Shin – Chae Kyung is a typical, high school girl. She is a very bright and kind person. She was married to Shin, but later divorced him.

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=006

Shin Lee – Shin Lee is the crown prince of Korea (first in line). At first, he seems like a stoic character who is not very interested in Chae Kyung. However, after time, he falls hopelessly in love with her.

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=010

Yuul Lee – Yuul, Shin’s cousin, used to be the crown prince and first in line to the thrown. However, with the sudden death of his father, he became second in line. Things get complicated when Yuul also falls in love with Chae Kyung. His jealously and obsession drives Yuul to do whatever he can to break Shin and Chae Kyung apart.

http://cafe.daum.net/NO1MUSIC/2OHQ/225?docid=cV4n|2OHQ|225|20081023102952

Other than these three main characters, the members of government as well as some of the main characters’ friends add to the story line.

Characters are an essential part of any story. What each character brings may make the overall work shine, or die. In Goong, we see a love triangle rather typical for East Asian comics and dramas from countries like Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, etc. However, in this particular story, each character's style is portrayed well. That is why Goong kept my interest. For example, Chae Kyung's hilarious words and actions keep the readers deeply engaged. On the other hand, the seriousness that the older government officials bring into the scene keeps the story down-to-earth and less sophomoric.

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=033

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=059

Today I will keep my introduction at this. Don't fall into despair! I will continue uploading more information related to Goong, so stay tuned for more.

http://www.anivide.com/viewmanga.html?cid=381&chapter=116

Today's Dinner-Instant Curry

Ottogi's Three Minute Curry

Today's dinner was Ottogi's Three-Minute Curry. The best part of today's dinner was that it was served in lightning speed; my stomach did not have to squirm under the grasps of hunger.

How to make Three-Minute Curry:

1. Pour water into a pot and boil.

2. Place one pack of curry into the boiling water. Note: Do not cut open the seal!

3. After a three minutes, use a chopstick to carefully take out the pack of curry. Using scissors, cut open the pack and pour onto a bowl of rice.

4. Dinner is served!

Overall

Curry, an internationally popular dish, is also known for being a healthy one. However, some people find the strong scent of curry a downside. Personally, I enjoy curry and its biting scent whether it be Indian curry or Thai curry. Today, it was instant curry. Contrary to my expectations, the curry was quite good. It was a bit more watery than I would have preferred, but considering the given situation, today's dinner was a success.