Goong Series by So Hee Park

Goong Volume 1 features story and art by Park SoHee. Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with kings, queens, princes and princesses... moreGoong Volume 1 features story and art by Park SoHee. Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with kings, queens, princes and princesses. What if Korea had continued monarchism? What if all the beautiful palaces which are now only historical relics were actually filled with people? What if the glamorous royal family still maintained the palace customs? Welcome to a world where Korea still has the royal family, and high school girl Che-Kyung has to marry the prince - who apparently is a total bastard! less

Finally, it is the day of the royal marriage Whether she likes it or not, Che-Kyung is now officially a member of the royal family. But deep inside, all she wants is to go back to her normal life, when she could hang out with her friends and go home to her real family. It might be easier if she could really hate her husband, but even with all his rudeness, he is just too sexy not to look at

Chae-Kyung and Shin return to their separate quarters at the palace, but the crown princess can't shake the feelings aroused by her new husband. Try as she might, there's no denying it - she's completely fallen for him! When Chae-Kyung lets a confession slips, she braces herself for the prince's rejection. Instead, he doesn't even acknowledge her! Though the suspense is killing Chae-Kyung, does she really want to know what Shin has to say?

After the king grants his late brother a posthumous coronation, the status quo shifts dramatically as his widow, Yul's mother, gains power in the palace. And she definitely has it out for Shin and Chae-Kyung! When the newlyweds are invited to go abroad, it seems like they might be on the road to romance...but with Yul's mammy dearest determined to make the couple miserable, will they even get off the ground?

With Prince Shin in London, Chae-Kyung is feeling lonely without him. Exiled to an outer providence by Shin's scheming aunt, she is comforted by Prince Yul, the second in line to the throne, who reveals the shocking truth that it was to him - not Shin - that Chae-Kyung was originally betrothed.

Hoping to clear the air between Shin and Chae-Kyung, the ladies of the court pressure the young couple to get more intimate. But even a night together may not be enough to push the two close. Amid lingering suspicions of Shin's involvement with Hyo-Rin, Yul takes the offensive in claiming not only his right to the throne, but to Chae-Kyung's heart as well...Will her commitment to her husband and her duty as crown princess prevail?

The entire palace is in an uproar after a fire breaks out in Daebi-Mama's quarters. Is it an accident or is it arson? Chae-Kyung doesn't want to think Shin is involved, but when she slips into Shin's room, she accidentally overhears scraps of a conversation that sound an awful lot like a confession. The investigation almost prevents them from going on their high school trip, but with a little negotiating they're on their way to a cozy, out-of-the-way hotel where the Queen Mother has made some.. moreThe entire palace is in an uproar after a fire breaks out in Daebi-Mama's quarters. Is it an accident or is it arson? Chae-Kyung doesn't want to think Shin is involved, but when she slips into Shin's room, she accidentally overhears scraps of a conversation that sound an awful lot like a confession. The investigation almost prevents them from going on their high school trip, but with a little negotiating they're on their way to a cozy, out-of-the-way hotel where the Queen Mother has made some...special arrangements: The two of them have to share a room! Things are already awkward, but Chae-Kyung can't shake her suspicions, especially when Shin's behavior seems so different from usual... less

Crown Prince Shin and Crown Princess Chae-Kyung are the picture of happiness as they celebrate their first wedding anniversary in a lavish, high-profile public display...but all is not well behind those loving gazes and wide smiles. With the tension between her and Shin growing, Chae-Kyung can't help but look for a way out of her situation. But when the Queen, who is with child, decides to have Chae-Kyung be her proxy, the pressure is on for Chae-Kyung to keep herself and her marriage together... moreCrown Prince Shin and Crown Princess Chae-Kyung are the picture of happiness as they celebrate their first wedding anniversary in a lavish, high-profile public display...but all is not well behind those loving gazes and wide smiles. With the tension between her and Shin growing, Chae-Kyung can't help but look for a way out of her situation. But when the Queen, who is with child, decides to have Chae-Kyung be her proxy, the pressure is on for Chae-Kyung to keep herself and her marriage together. Will she look to Yul for guidance, even if his advice could spell disaster for the royal family that Chae-Kyung is growing to love? less

Waging war from the shadows, Yul and his mother, the Daebi, continue to turn the screws on Korea's royals - and the first casualties in their sights are Crown Prince Shin and Chae-Kyung! Convinced by Yul that an upcoming television interview will be her last chance to talk divorce, Chae-Kyung is distracted from the larger picture by her feelings for her husband and the thought of freedom from oppressive palace life.

As the Daebi fans the flames of suspicion that surround Shin in the royal arson case, the future king finds himself on the verge of losing his once-guaranteed position. But is a royal pregnancy the answer to saving the crown prince's sullied reputation?! The Queen Mother seems to think so, as she packs off Chae-Kyung and Shin to an isolated palace to consummate their marriage... moreAs the Daebi fans the flames of suspicion that surround Shin in the royal arson case, the future king finds himself on the verge of losing his once-guaranteed position. But is a royal pregnancy the answer to saving the crown prince's sullied reputation?! The Queen Mother seems to think so, as she packs off Chae-Kyung and Shin to an isolated palace to consummate their marriage. However, with their relationship running equally cold and hot these days, divorce and romance seem to be a toss-up for the crown princess! Which will Chae-Kyung choose?! less

Manipulated by Prince Yul, Chae-Kyung sets Korea ablaze with her declaration - on live television - that she wishes to divorce Prince Shin. As the royal family reels from this public humiliation, Chae-Kyung begins to realize how badly she has hurt the crown prince.

With the nation's faith in the heir to the throne evaporating, the king takes the matter of succession into his own hands. Will the king's decision leave Shin the odd prince out? And will Shin and Chae-Kyung ever be able to mend their relationship again?

As Prince Shin and Chae-Kyung carry on separate lives away from each other in the aftermath of their divorce, the schemes and manipulation continue behind their backs! When the pair meet by chance at an orphanage, the fireworks go off just as the political factions (to say nothing of the conniving Yul) intended. Chae-Kyung’s outright rejection of Shin leads the Crown Prince to go running into the arms of his ex-girlfriend, Hyo-Rin — and propose to her a second time?!

Crown Prince Shin must plot to keep and strengthen his royal position, as his father, the king, seeks to right a past wrong by depriving Shin of his title. And when his father reveals to Shin the truth of how he came to power, the house of cards upon which the king has built his authority begins to tumble in earnest, for the palace walls have ears.. moreCrown Prince Shin must plot to keep and strengthen his royal position, as his father, the king, seeks to right a past wrong by depriving Shin of his title. And when his father reveals to Shin the truth of how he came to power, the house of cards upon which the king has built his authority begins to tumble in earnest, for the palace walls have ears...and they all seem to belong to Yul! Despite the announcement of Yul's own engagement, this erstwhile crown prince and opportunistic keeper of royal secrets will do anything it takes to steal Chae-Kyung away from Shin...even if it means using his own family's indiscretions to do so! less

Much to her dismay, the divorce for which Chae-Kyung pined so desperately in the early days of her marriage to Crown Prince Shin is now imminent, thanks to a case of palace blackmail. But with Shin's right to the throne hanging in the balance, the crown princess has no choice but to keep the situation a secret from him and steel herself against the husband she now loves. And no one is more confused by the sudden cold wind blowing through their marriage than Shin himself

Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses... moreMonarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses. What if Korea had continued monarchism? What if all the beautiful palaces which are now only historical relics were actually filled with people?! What if the glamorous royal family still maintained the palace customs?! Welcome to a world where Korea still has the royal family living their lives! Only for this one high school girl, Che-Kyung, this is a tragedy, since she has to marry the prince who apparently is a total bastard! less

As Prince Shin and Chae-Kyung carry on separate lives away from each other in the aftermath of their divorce, the schemes and manipulation continue behind their backs! When the pair meet by chance at an orphanage, the fireworks go off just as the political factions (to say nothing of the conniving Yul) intended.

During the Royal Family's first public interview with Prince Sun, the nation is shocked when the youngest prince accidentally reveals Shin's intention to get married and leave the Palace! Recognizing Sun's voice from her mysterious phone call a few nights previous, Chae-Kyung drags her new boyfriend to the Royal Family's parade. Shin spots her from the car, and Chae-Kyung follows him to the Palace, where they are reunited...

When a leisurely hot-springs trip with the Queen Mother intended to bring the future royal couples closer throws Prince Shi, Hyo-Rin, Yul, and Mi-Roo together, fireworks are on the horizon. It quickly becomes painfully clear to all involved-especially Hyo-Rin-that Shin has his ex-wife, Chae-Kyung, on his mind... moreWhen a leisurely hot-springs trip with the Queen Mother intended to bring the future royal couples closer throws Prince Shi, Hyo-Rin, Yul, and Mi-Roo together, fireworks are on the horizon. It quickly becomes painfully clear to all involved-especially Hyo-Rin-that Shin has his ex-wife, Chae-Kyung, on his mind. And when Yul and Shin find themselves alone, Shin confronts Yul, asking him to come clean about his part in Shin's divorce from Chae-Kyung! To make matters worse, Shin isn't the only one with sneaking suspicions about the divorce. The king is about to throw himself into the fray by taking Yul to task! less

Reeling with shock and disgust upon discovering the truth behind Yul's role in her divorce from Shin, Chae-Kyung tells Yul to never speak to her again. When Prince Shin uncovers the same, he ends his relationship with Hyo-Rin in the hopes that his marriage with Chae-Kyung can be reconciled. But when a scorned Hyo-Rin decides to team up with Yul, what scheme will the two cook up in order to separate Shin and Chae-Kyung for good?!

As Shin and Chae-Kyung try to pick up the pieces of their marriage in the wake of learning the truth behind their divorce, Yul is far from content to hang his head in defeat. Postponing his plans to study abroad, he positions himself near Chae-Kyung by taking classes at her school and even resorts to teaming up with the heartbroken Hyo-Rin to blackmail the former crown princess. But when Shin happens upon evidence of his cousin's newfound treachery, will Yul's plotting blow up in his face?!

In an effort to prevent Chae-Kyung from fall prey to Yul's blackmailing schemes, Shin decides to run away with Chae-Kyung to her holiday home. But while the royal couple allows themselves one last, bittersweet weekend of happiness together, rumors of their little rendezvous spread far and wide. While Chae-Kyung's brother, Chae-Jun, hopes to rekindle his romance with a brokenhearted Hyo-Rin, Yul and Mi-Roo ponder an alliance, and Yul's mother plots her revenge... moreIn an effort to prevent Chae-Kyung from fall prey to Yul's blackmailing schemes, Shin decides to run away with Chae-Kyung to her holiday home. But while the royal couple allows themselves one last, bittersweet weekend of happiness together, rumors of their little rendezvous spread far and wide. While Chae-Kyung's brother, Chae-Jun, hopes to rekindle his romance with a brokenhearted Hyo-Rin, Yul and Mi-Roo ponder an alliance, and Yul's mother plots her revenge. And though Chae-Kyung is ready to suffer alone for the sake of the royal family, she just can't seem to stay away from Shin! less

Struggling with reconciliation, Shin and Chae-Kyung are suddenly stuck in awkwardly close quarters when the king orders that the pair stay put until he can defuse the situation with Yul. But when the king, preempting Yul's plan, confronts the public with the truth about his brother's final wishes and allows them to decide who should be crown prince, Chae-Kyung seeks to defy the king's command and return home to intercede with Yul. But instead of running home, she runs right into a trap.. moreStruggling with reconciliation, Shin and Chae-Kyung are suddenly stuck in awkwardly close quarters when the king orders that the pair stay put until he can defuse the situation with Yul. But when the king, preempting Yul's plan, confronts the public with the truth about his brother's final wishes and allows them to decide who should be crown prince, Chae-Kyung seeks to defy the king's command and return home to intercede with Yul. But instead of running home, she runs right into a trap...set for Shin! less

(Volume 1) Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses... more(Volume 1) Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses. What if Korea had continued monarchism? What if all the beautiful palaces which are now only historical relics were actually filled with people?! What if the glamorous royal family still maintained the palace customs?! Welcome to a world where Korea still has the royal family living their lives! Only for one high school girl, Che-Kyung, is this a tragedy, since she has to marry the prince who apparently is a total jerk! less

Sin menerima pencopotan dirinya dari posisi Putra Mahkota menjadi pangeran dengan baik. Keinginannya menikah kembali dengan Chae Kyeong pun sudah disetujui. Namun di saat pengumuman penobatan Putra Mahkota yang baru, Yul menghilang.

When Yul skips his own coronation ceremony to depart for Africa with Mi-Roo, the betrayal leaves the King bedridden and the Royal Family in dire straits! Distraught, Prince Shin must make a choice between filial duty and his promise to Chae-kyung...

During the royal family's first public interview with Prince Sun, the nation is shocked when the youngest prince accidentally reveals Shin's intention to get married and leave the palace! Recognizing Sun's voice from her mysterious phone call a few nights before, Chae-Kyung drags her new boyfriend to the royal family's parade. Shin spots her from the car, and Chae-Kyung follows him to the palace, where they are reunited...

The final volume of Goong is a collection of short stories that ranges from the past to the future of the main story. From the dreamy tale of a concubine who meets her future selves to a retelling of Prince Shin's and Princess Chae-Kyung's first night together, these side stories showcase the inner workings behind the Palace.