Her father, thinking she had eloped with a stranger, resigned his position in shame. Thereafter, whenever a new magistrate was appointed Arang's spirit would appear before him to seek his help in getting justice and eventually no one wanted to take the position out of fear. At last a bold man named Yi Sang-sa was appointed to the post, and he promised Arang's spirit that he would avenge her.
Her father, believing she had eloped with a stranger, resigned his position in shame.  Thereafter, whenever a new magistrate was appointed Arang's spirit would appear before him to seek justice and eventually no one wanted to take the position out of fear. At last a brave man named Yi Sang-sa was appointed to the post, and he promised Arang's spirit that he would avenge her.