Concerns of Spies Arise in Korea

The pressure rises as the Imjin War committee battles for justice as Japan takes over northern parts of Korea.

“Only the dead have seen the end of war.” This quote, made famous by George Santayana was assiduously embodied as the Imjin War delegates navigate the waters of their committee meeting. With King Seonjo missing and the Koreans battling the Japanese invasions, tensions have reached a summit. As they try to protect Chungcheong, the province in Korea with the most assistance needed, the Ming Dynasty general offered bows and arrows to help the efforts.

While a settlement seems imminent, delegates are apprehensive. As stakes rise, so do suspicions about treason and even spies. In the words of JO Ho-Ik, “I am sure that there are spies in every single province.” Now, even though the main focus is to alleviate Korea of the Japanese Troops invading them, the concern of spies is now lingering. 

The main goal now is to achieve bringing troops from the north to the south and making supply lines as Japan slowly takes over Korea. Prince Gwanghaegun, now in charge of the armys and supplies after his father disappeared, is actively pushing out troops and the navy.

The future of Korea rests in the hands of these hard working delegates, awaiting results of spies and the outcome of spending in troops and supplies. With many directives in motion, Prince Gwanghaegun and Bae Heung-Rip, right hand military officials, ensure that Korea will not go down without a fight.

Reported on by IPC Delegate Amelia Lawens