Joseon King's Return

Joseon King's Return begins with a disguised king, Lee Hwon, returning to his hometown only to be brutally beaten by corrupt officials and humiliated by his power-hungry former fiancée, Park Hwa-jin. Little do they know, this seemingly helpless commoner is actually the ruler of the nation. In this thrilling counterattack mini drama, Lee Hwon discovers that his true savior from years ago was actually Park Cheong-yeon, the shunned illegitimate daughter. As he uncovers deep-seated political corruption, he plots a massive trap disguised as a grand royal banquet. This trending short series delivers high-stakes drama and satisfying justice, making it a must-watch short drama for fans of royal secrets and epic paybacks.

Synopsis from Melolo.