The magistrate faces immediate danger from the powerful Pierce family, who threaten his life for challenging their authority. Despite the threats, he declares his break from the Pierces and vows to protect his loyal maid and supporters. Determined to restore justice, he orders the reopening of old wrongful cases to rebuild his reputation. However, he discovers the case files are sabotaged, incomplete due to the Pierces' interference in the archives. Unfazed, he insists on continuing his work, signaling his resolve to fight corruption despite the increasing obstacles ahead.