In 1970s South Korea, follow two men on opposite sides of power — one driven by ambition, the other by justice. As their worlds collide, greed, loyalty, and survival intertwine in a battle that will shape a nation.
In 1979, Kitae is enjoying his power as deputy director of the KCIA when an unexpected event occurs.
Kitae has an unexpected encounter with Kihyun, and Yejin, now a prosecutor, joins the investigation.
Geonyoung returns and begins closing in, putting Kitae in a desperate position.
Kitae sets a dangerous plan in motion as part of his relentless pursuit of power.