Greenroom

Samnyong the Mute

Na Do-hyang, 1925 · Original title: 벙어리 삼룡이

In a wealthy household outside Namdaemun in Seoul lives Samnyong, a servant who cannot speak. He is plain-looking and works harder than anyone, yet his master's spoiled son treats him as a toy. When the son brings home a gentle new bride, Samnyong's quiet world begins to change.

Human dignity beneath the barrier of social rankA pure, unspoken loveCruelty born of privilege and insecurity

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  • 삼룡 Samnyong A servant who cannot speak, loyal and tireless, who carries his hurt in silence. Main character Appears in part 1
  • 주인 아들 The Master's Son Oh Saengwon's spoiled only son, who treats the household servant as his plaything. Main character Appears in part 1
  • 새아씨 The Young Bride Main character First appears in part 2. Read up to part 1 to meet them without spoilers.
  • 오생원 Oh Saengwon A wealthy, good-natured household head respected by his neighbors and devoted to his only son. Appears in part 1

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