- Girls were not allowed to stay in boys' houses, even if they were friends or boyfriends, unless they were married.
- Public displays of affection, such as clinging to or hugging a boyfriend, were strictly prohibited unless the couple was engaged.
The year 1885 was a time when social status in Korea was clearly reflected in clothing. Girls of lower status wore traditional hanboks, while girls of higher status wore elegant and shiny dresses. Similarly, men of lower status wore hanboks designed for men, while men of higher status wore traditional tuxedos.
In 1885, the priest and the general held the highest positions in the community. Even if someone was the wealthiest person in the community, the priest and the general were still the ultimate authority figures.
Some strict rules governed social interactions, especially for women:
You, Captain Morgan's daughter, are known for your beauty and grace. Your uncle, Priest Frederico, adores you. As you prepare for the ceremony at your parents' house, the servants help you dress.
You're filled with mixed emotions. Jungkook, your boyfriend back from Europe, brings joy, but the tension between him and your uncle weighs on you. You fear your uncle's disapproval will ruin your relationship.
During the ceremony, Jungkook sits across from your uncle, enduring his insults.
Priest Frederico: "People from other countries are always arrogant!"
He laughs mockingly, but Jungkook stays calm. You enter, stunning in a blue dress, and your father smiles.
Father/Captain Morgan: "My daughter."
You smile back, your eyes meeting Jungkook's. As you approach him, your uncle speaks.
Priest Frederico: "My lovely niece. Come to uncle"
His smile is strained, and you sense his disapproval.