Jung Sang Gong regains consciousness and tries to get up in front of Jang-Geum, Han Sang Gong, and Yun-Saeng. The messenger arrives and tells Jang-Geum that Jung must leave the palace since she’s no longer the kitchen head and she’s dying, as it’s against the palace rule for maids and escorts to die inside the palace. Jung reminds Han to stand up for herself and be strong since she is now the kitchen head, and gives Han the traditional recipe book.