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Someone must have hurt her.

You have to find whoever did it and teach them a lesson.

Hey, Si On. Take him with you for a few days.

Anyway, if that jerk of a customer gives Si On any trouble,

Give me a call right away.

He's trouble, so stay out of it.

(Previously)

Someone's in here!

- Cho Pillip! - Pillip!

The nerve of those punks. How dare they mess with my staff?

Player Kim, dig dirt on someone.

Choi Woong Sik. A three-term city councilman.

Because his father's above the law?

So, what's your answer?

Would you rather find out what a real threat...

feels like?

(Shin's Project)

Oh, no. That's Si On's motorcycle.

Si On!

Choi Yong Pal!

You crazy scum!

Darn it, let go!

That jerk is dead, right?

Hey, don't worry.

My dad will take care of it.

Come on. That's blackmail, plain and simple.

Councilman, Blackmail? That's a strong word.

I'm proposing a negotiation. That's all.

This is an illegal recording.

It won't be admissible in court.

Who uses this kind of thing in court?

Isn't this the sort of thing news stations love?

On an investigative show like "On-site Pursuit."

To completely ruin someone's reputation.

You said you wanted to negotiate, but you just keep threatening me.

Do you have any other evidence? If you do, let's see it.

Other evidence?

A few days ago, one of my employees...

- was almost crushed in a junkyard. - Oh, my.

- Would you like to take a look? - Let me see.

Here.

What is this?

I'm sure you have no idea what this is.

So, my employee fainted by this building...

and woke up at the Buhyeong Junkyard.

And it turns out, this car went from that building to the junkyard.

And my employee was in a car...

being processed for scrap. He got up from there...

and barely made it out alive.

- So? - Sorry?

Are you implying I have something to do with this car?

I never said anything of the sort.

Why, Councilman? Are you?

Look.

I keep my public and private life separate.

My son, Yong Min, may have his shortcomings,

I don't use my pull to cover for him.

I would never do that.

When someone shows you goodwill, you should accept it as such.

What do you think you're doing, coming here and threatening me?

Well, a threat can also be a negotiation.

To bad guys, it sounds like a threat,

but to good people, a negotiation. That's just how it is.

All right, fine. Then let's do this by the book.

Because I'm a public official,

and since I'm up for reelection, you must be here to extort me.

Stop trying to pin this on an innocent man.

Go back to your shop and stick to making your chicken tastier.

- Tastier? - Yes.

I apologize for the intrusion.

(Coupon, Chicken Center)

Councilman,

so you've tried our chicken before.

Give me a call.

(Future Leap Party)

(Maheon Police Station)

He'll be booked for auto arson. He was caught in the act.

I'd like to add to the charges. In addition to auto arson,

destruction of property and assault.

Please add verbal abuse.

The motorcycle was parked in a commercial district,

and the fire could've easily spread to the nearby buildings,

which could have caused a massive fire.

You're full of it. Hey, you crazy jerk!

What are you, her delivery gopher?

Also, the suspect has a history of harassing her with fake orders,

filing malicious complaints and even assaulting her.

Miss, is he your lawyer?

He's one of my employees.

- Mister! - Mr. Shin.

Are you hurt anywhere?

- No. - I'm fine.

What?

What are you going to do, glare at me? Darn it.

Mr. Choi Yong Min?

Darn it.

Business owners really seem to know the law these days.

With such a sharp employee, you must have no worries.

Yes, I certainly do.

Yong Min.

You really take after your father.

So you took him down herself?

- I'm telling you! - You did just like I taught you.

What are you teaching her, to fight instead of how to study?

No, that's not it.

I was the one who asked him to teach me.

But isn't Yong Pal just going to get out right away?

With his dad pulling some strings.

Arson is a serious crime, so the only punishment is imprisonment.

Criminal Act Article 166, Paragraph 1.

A minimum of two years in prison. Even if he shows genuine remorse,

and even then, the best is a suspended sentence.

In short, he's not getting out soon. So don't worry, Si On.

How can I not worry? He set my motorcycle on fire.

That's my livelihood we're talking about.

You're okay, and that's what matters. Right, Si On?

Wait for me.

You guys go on ahead.

Where are you going?

I'll look for more evidence. I'm not comfortable with just arson.

He's done so much wrong, so I'll find others to testify.

Want me to come with you?

No, I'll go by myself.

I'll be back.

Be careful.

Yong Min never did anything like that to me.

Please don't contact me again.

Wait.

I don't really know him. I'm sorry.

Excuse me, do you know someone named Kwak Hyun Woo?

Is that the guy who used to live here?

- I just moved in last year. - Can I help you with something?

I'm looking for someone who moved into this neighborhood last year.

- It's about a school violence case. - A school violence case?

What's the student's name?

- Oh, my. What happened here? - This way, Councilman.

- Goodness. - Is anyone hurt?

- What's the extent of the damage? - What does it look like?

My employee's motorcycle was completely torched,

and people here could've been hurt.

I am so sorry.

But the worst part is...

- that your son threatened my staff. - Oh, my.

Oh, I am so sorry. I've clearly failed as a father.

He's caused you so much trouble.

I will do everything I can to compensate you for the damages.

You have to pay for the damage. Don't act like it's a favor.

Let's go, Si On.

Okay.

I'm sorry.

Sir, let's step inside for a moment.

I'll explain everything to you.

Right, right. Let's go.

My apologies.

His dad seems like a decent guy, though.

So who does Yong Pal take after to be such a jerk?

Who do you think? He takes after his father.

- Please, stay inside. - No, it's fine.

Gosh, Mr. Kwon.

It's true for most things in life,

but you just can't control your kids.

Tell me about it.

- All right. - Goodbye.

What's with the darn glare?

Hey, you! Stand up straight.

Stand up straight, you punk.

Stand up straight! Get over here.

(Future Leap Party)

Never mind.

Hey.

Did I...

or did I not tell you...

to keep a close eye on Yong Min?

What? A million dollars?

I'm going to lose my mind.

We get one idiot with no priors off, and they want a million for it.

Prosecutor Jang is a total scumbag too, isn't he?

Right?

(Hujin Arcade)

(Chicken Center)

Hey, Pillip.

How'd it go with that thing you were digging into today?

Did you find a whole bunch of dirt or just one big scoop?

I met with Choi Yong Min's victims. They didn't tell me it all,

but I'm looking for a solid witness.

What about you, Mr. Shin?

- What? - You said you'd handle it your way.

I always do things my way.

Here, take this.

Gosh.

Why are you giving this to me?

What, are you going to make deliveries on foot?

- Give it to Si On tomorrow. - What?

Did Choi Yong Min's dad give you this?

What did you say, punk?

Then what?

- Is it a birthday gift for Si On? - I bought this with my own money!

Just kidding. It's a rental.

But how do you know it's Si On's birthday?

You said it at our last gathering. That her birthday was in two weeks.

I did?

Actually,

there's actually something I've been wanting to ask you.

What is it?

Why do you go to such lengths for Si On?

Why do you think? Take a good look around.

The laundromat, Pluto, and me. We all live off deliveries, right?

Which means Si On's motorcycle...

is our livelihood.

Makes sense, right?

Hey, Pillip.

Si On has no idea what I'm thinking, right?

- I wouldn't say that. - What?

- It's super obvious. - It is?

Darn it. Anyway, Pillip, you watch out too.

If you fall for Si On,

there's no way out.

Gosh.

Did you sleep well?

What are you doing, trying to look cool in front of my place?

Waiting for you.

- For the last hour. - What?

Are you an idiot?

You should've just called.

I didn't want to wake you.

Mr. Shin said early in the morning. He didn't give me an exact time.

Mister did?

Come on, let's get the deliveries done.

(Evergreen Milk)

Hurry up, will you?

Swift and safe!

(Evergreen Milk)

(Evergreen Milk)

Where'd you get the scooter?

Last night.

From Mr. Shin.

That's so like him.

Hey.

Where did you go after you left the police station yesterday?

Here and there.

I already told you.

That I was meeting a witness about what Choi Yong Min did.

Why are you so invested in this thing with Yong Pal?

It's because of what a judge once told me.

(Cho Pillip)

What?

A prank?

What prank is knocking a friend over,

spitting on them while they're down,

and then stealing money from their wallet?

I'm sending you both to juvenile hall.

For every punch you threw, the law will punch back.

It'll hit you with fines, and it'll hit you with a sentence.

That is what a just world looks like.

Your Honor, please have mercy just this once.

No. I will not.

Don't ask me for leniency. Take a good look at your son.

Teach him the right and wrong way to treat a friend.

This hearing is now concluded.

The court is adjourned.

So that's why you wanted to become a judge?

Yes, that's part of it.

What's important is Choi Yong Min gets the punishment he deserves,

so his victims can finally hold their heads high.

If you rob someone of their happiness,

you must learn you can lose yours. That's just the way the world works.

(Whipped cream cake)

- What's this? - Share it...

with your grandma and Ye On.

Thank you.

My gosh.

What's with you being so charming this morning?

Charming? Me?

No, the judge.

(Maheon Police Station)

Here's the address for Kwak Hyun Woo's mother.

Thank you. The school didn't know her address.

I checked. They ruled his death a suicide and the case was closed.

I'm this upset just hearing about it,

so I can't imagine his mother's pain.

Anyway, I should get going.

Take care.

Hello.

My name is Cho Pillip.

You're Kwak Hyun Woo's mother, aren't you?

Oh, I...

I'm back.

Where have you been?

I'm the one doing all the work. Why do you look so worn out?

A victim of Choi Yong Min's bullying...

I met his mother.

And?

He was bullied by Choi Yong Min in his junior year in high school,

so he transferred.

But in the end, he took his own life.

He's dead?

He must have felt so wronged that he saw no other way out.

- So, what did his mother say? - She said she had nothing to say.

Even when I told her they'd caught Choi Yong Min,

she said it doesn't matter.

And you just left?

Yes.

You know, the first day of a negotiation...

is like the first day of school.

You listen, you observe, and you look for an opening.

So, what's the most important part of that first meeting?

Earning the other party's trust.

And I guess I failed at that.

That's why you have to show some bravado.

You need to give them the impression that they can count on you.

To her?

Of course.

Go back there right now and show her you're sincere.

How else will she find the strength to fight?

I'm on my way.

Hey, Pillip! I wasn't finished...

Gosh, but the next part was crucial. That kid...

Ma'am!

Ma'am!

Ma'am...

Why are you here again?

I may not look it, but I can fight.

Third Dan black belt in Taekwondo, second Dan black belt in Geomdo.

I can show you, if you like.

No, I don't mean I'm here to fight.

I was at the top of my class at Korean National Police University.

And I passed the bar with top honors.

And it's all to take down guys like Choi Yong Min.

Please trust me, ma'am.

Hyun Woo was wronged.

And I promise, I will prove it.

This is...

Hyun Woo's journal.

Thank you.

(Chicken Center)

So, will he cooperate and testify?

Won't he have a change of heart if he knows how his friend felt?

- And what if he doesn't? - What?

If the world were so beautiful, why is Yong Pal still such a jerk?

You forgot he tormented Si On and almost got you killed?

No, I'm saying we gather the evidence slowly...

And how long is it going to take to bring down the bad guys that way?

I really didn't want to do this. Seriously.

What are you going to do?

Something big.

- Something big? - Here it comes.

Something big.

A man who set a motorcycle on fire and tried to flee a parking lot...

was caught by citizens on the scene. The suspect is Mr. Choi.

The man, who started the fire that could've led to a larger blaze,

has been identified as the son of a Mawon city councilman.

Oh, my goodness. What a mess!

In that family, the son's the issue. Kids can be your worst enemy.

Unbelievable.

Funny how it's always the kids' fault.

But making an enemy of your child...

is on the parents.

You know, you're right. You're absolutely right.

All right, tell me this.

Let's say this is the last bottle of chocolate milk...

in the whole store.

Would you sell it to me? Or to Councilman Choi?

What?

- Is this a quiz? - Yes.

Oh, come on.

To you, of course.

- Right? - Right.

That councilman's never bought so much as a pack of gum from me.

Why ask when you already know? What do you take me for?

- All right, have a good one. - Thanks.

- I'm heading out. - Okay, take care.

Bye.

Mr. Jang, you know Councilman Choi, right?

- Councilman Choi? - Yes.

The punk who was harassing Si On is his son.

The son deserves to be punished. But Councilman Choi's a good person.

- Hey, where's my order? - Coming!

He is? What's so good about him?

After COVID, when small businesses were going under left and right...

- Enjoy your meal. - Thanks, Mr. Jang.

Now that the local currency's out, things should get a little better.

We'll get through this together! Come on, let's do this.

- Mr. Jang! Let's do it! - Let's do it.

Councilman Choi was the one who got us subsidies and tax breaks.

You're a small business owner too, so you get it, don't you?

I wouldn't know. I was unemployed back then.

Anyway, Mr. Jang. So, are you with me or with him?

Hey, what kind of question is that? Of course, my neighbor comes first.

- You mean it? - Yes.

Well, that's one vote secured.

It's the son dragging his dad's name through the mud.

Or maybe the father didn't raise him right?

Councilman Choi's not like that.

He's the only reason I've not been kicked out of my shop.

Everyone, please calm down. Now, Mr. Kim, please hear me out.

Just because the lease is up, you can't kick these owners out.

That's just not right. Until the redevelopment starts,

the people who have shops here are the priority.

Councilman Choi made Mr. Kim sign the new leases in front of us.

He's the one councilman I actually respect.

"Respect?" Give me a break. So, what's your point?

So, whose side are you on? Mine or the councilman's?

And what about you, Mr. Shin? Me or Councilman Choi?

Gosh, what kind of question is that? Of course, I'm on your side.

I'd pick you over the councilman. Happy?

Hey, what do you think of this?

What about what?

My respected fellow merchants of the Hujin Arcade.

And the good people of Maheon!

And to all the distinguished guests...

who have graced us with your presence.

What's with the dramatic pose? What's he going to say?

Even with your incredibly busy schedules,

thank you for taking the time to be here today.

I'm the one running the chicken joint over there,

and the one who fries the chicken. I'm Shin Jay.

With a solemn heart,

I am officially declaring my candidacy...

for the Maheon City Council.

Did you hear that?

Here it comes.

Something big.

There it is.

Something big.

All right, everyone!

Our shopping center and Maheon are in a state of crisis.

Our livelihoods are getting tougher, and business is suffering,

and we have no clear vision for the future whatsoever.

If we just sit around and do nothing,

we're all going to go under.

And so I, Shin Jay,

for the sake of all our small business owners,

will not only present a five-point vision...

but I will ensure this five-point vision...

Without fail,

I'll absolutely make them happen.

A round of applause, please!

Mr. Shin, you're killing it!

So, what are these five visions, you ask?

- First. - Hey, where are you going?

We all survive together.

Second.

Even if it kills us, we survive together.

Third. No matter what happens,

we all survive together.

Gosh, my throat hurts.

Are you seriously running for office?

I just did, didn't I?

Is that so? If you run, who will vote for you?

Was anyone born a city councilman?

Between the folks at the center and in the neighborhood,

I've already secured at least a hundred votes.

You've got my vote.

I'll be your campaign finance chair, so don't worry about the money.

Oh, Mr. Chairman.

Hey, don't put ideas in his head. You don't even live here.

You can't even vote for him, so why are you egging him on?

Anyone can help out on a campaign!

You'd think a judge would know that.

So, why are you running?

Simple. I'm Choi Woong Sik's biggest competition.

Oh, it'd be amazing if you won instead of Yong Pal's dad.

Well, I'm all for seeing Councilman Choi go down, but...

Have you forgotten your place?

- No, sir. - Gosh, way to rain on my parade.

What?

The Mr. Shin who hates attention and avoids crowded places...

is running for office? Why?

A city councilman has a lot of pull.

Enough to cover up his son's school bullying...

and even a violent assault.

Cover up what?

Every single thing he did wrong. Right?

Look, I'm doing this to protect my family.

But there have to be other ways besides running for office.

He's an incumbent city councilman. I have to meet him on his level.

That'll make the match more exciting, don't you think?

Because of judicial ethics, neither Pillip nor I can help you.

Hey, who said I needed help? I have...

a grand plan of my own.

I present to you my five-point vision.

Yes, I like it!

- Okay. - One more time.

Sure. My five-point...

Let's head to the next location.

(Warning: defacement is prohibited)

(Bulldozer Drive! Choi Woong Sik)

(Kwon Bong Geun)

Unbelievable. What a phony.

(Bulldozer Drive! Choi Woong Sik)

(Shin Jay)

All right.

(Kwon Chil Bong)

Well, look at this guy.

This is my seventh time running.

I made up my mind 28 years ago when my eldest was born.

To make this world a better place for our children.

Until I fulfill that calling, I will never give up.

Let's have a clean race, Mr. Shin.

(I'll listen and make a change)

(Shin Jay gets it done differently!)

(Shin Jay, Independent)

Vote for Number 1. Thank you!

Hello there! Thank you, thank you! I hope you've all been well.

- Your son is in trouble. - How can you run for office?

Hey, you people! Whose kids don't cause trouble?

- It can happen to anyone, right? - Anyway, Councilman.

The Jangsuk-dong development is still on, right?

Oh, you bet. Absolutely. Now, everyone, my biggest promise...

to build a greater Maheon City! That's what this is about!

I'll ensure everyone is prosperous,

with roofs overhead and full bellies!

That is my promise to you, everyone!

Choi Woong Sik! Choi Woong Sik!

Yay or Nay? Yay or Nay? The Yay or Nay Show!

The local elections have begun.

We'll now take a look at the current polling numbers in each district.

In Maheon City, a showdown between Councilman Choi Woong Sik...

and candidate Kwon Bong Geun, in a tight two-man race.

Candidate 3, Kwon Bong Geun, is polling at 31 percent,

and is closing in on Choi Woong Sik.

If his supporters really turn out,

- he could have a chance, right? - He's up against the front-runner,

but there's a 12-point gap. Even if his base rallies,

I'm not so sure the tides will turn.

Wronged and unheard? Vote Shin Jay! Number 9, Shin Jay!

Vote Number 9, Shin Jay!

Candidate 9, the chicken shop owner.

His approval rating is under 1percent.

- Should we even mention him? - I guess we have to.

It's not the candidate himself, but one of his campaigners.

A food firm chairman is on his team.

- He's better known, right? - I mean, it's true.

Park Myeong Jin of Cheonin Food. He heads a major corporation,

and he's even helping the campaign. It makes you wonder...

if there was some kind of special connection from way back.

Number 9, Shin Jay!

Number 7! Kwon Chil Bong!

Number 7, Kwon Chil Bong With an iron in each hand

He'll iron out all your problems

This is Shin Jay!

Shin Jay!

How childish.

Kwon Chil Bong!

Kwon Chil Bong! Next up, Candidate 7.

Candidate Kwon Chil Bong is a Maheon City election legend.

This is his seventh run in almost 30 years,

- and he's polling at 1 percent. - Wow, almost 30 years?

- He's been running since the 2000s. - That's right.

Well, you've got to give him credit for his persistence.

It really seems like we have a very diverse slate of candidates.

In Maheon City, in particular, many have unique platforms.

- That's right. - Oh, excuse me.

- Director. - Oh, yes.

This lemon color was a great choice.

I know, it's a great color.

We're going to the park next, right?

- That's right. - I'll go on ahead.

Okay, I'll be right behind you.

Look at you in that vest.

You two are normally fighting. What gives?

Hey, if I don't help Chil Bong out, who will?

Oh, listen to you.

The noodles would've gotten soggy,

so I brought you some mandu and shrimp toast.

Come on, take it. I should get back to campaigning.

- Thanks, I'll enjoy it. - Yes.

- Here, share this with the others. - Okay, thanks so much.

Mr. Shin!

- What is it? Is someone hurt? - Mr. Shin, look at this.

What?

What's this?

Food poisoning from the fried chicken?

Unbelievable.

Hello? What's up?

Mr. Shin, get to the restaurant.

What, right now?

Folks, I was so betrayed, I couldn't sleep a wink last night.

I told everyone this place was great,

and they gave people food poisoning? Oh my chicken!

- That's Kkokkio, - I'm telling you. Kkokkio.

I'm here at the scene of the crime to expose the truth!

Right now, inside, the health inspectors are all here.

Let's go take a look inside.

If even Kkokkio is here, this must be serious.

Really? I know, right?

He's busy running for City Council, so he's neglecting hygiene.

Let's see for ourselves. Ta-da!

The oil is perfectly clean.

(Fresh, Domestic Chicken: Pass)

Pass!

Fresh cabbage.

Pass.

(CCTV Hygiene Inspection: Pass)

Anyway, nothing to worry about here.

Thank you for all your hard work.

- What did I just witness? - Have a nice day.

Right.

Okay, okay. Go on in.

Everyone, this is exactly what's happening in this election!

This is an attempt to sabotage Candidate No. 9, Shin Jay!

This is a setup by my political opponents.

This is our chance to clean house! Candidate No. 9, Shin Jay...

will bring that change. For all of you!

It's time for you to go.

(Chicken Center)

Great job, Si On.

- Mr. Shin. - Yeah?

- The photo. - What?

Wait, what's this about?

No, look at the hand reflected in the mirror.

See the tattoo?

I saw it last night when I was making a delivery.

It was my first delivery there, so I remember it perfectly.

Oh, really?

So where is this?

Oh, I'm so sorry. I heard you got food poisoning?

This chicken's fresh, so no worries. Relax and enjoy.

- Hey, Si On. - Here.

After you finish your meal, take your time and...

read this.

What's this?

A complaint.

A complaint for defamation and making a false report.

Hey, Si On, what's the total fine for all this?

Defamation carries a sentence of up to five years in prison,

suspension of rights for 10 years or up to a 10,000-dollar fine.

And for filing a false accusation,

that's up to 10 years in prison,

and a fine of 15,000 dollars, I believe.

Wow. You add all that up, how many chickens is that?

Tell me about it.

Enjoy your meal.

Let's go.

Excuse me, sir.

Yeah? What is it?

Something on your mind?

Go on.

K-soup and rice.

The warm, comforting soup just like Mom used to make.

And a bowl of rice. A taste of pure happiness.

Hello?

Hey!

Look...

What? You think all I do is eat? I eat three square meals a day.

I'm not asking you to pay for my food, so why give me a hard time?

I've read...

the diary.

But I don't think I can testify.

I feel bad for Hyun Woo,

but it's not like this will bring Hyun Woo back.

I'm sorry.

Hold on.

I remember what that was like.

Hoping that someone, anyone at all, would help.

I was lucky enough to have someone like that,

and I hope you can be that for Hyun Woo.

I know what it's like from my experience.

Do you think Yong Pal's Dad could be behind this?

- So he could win the election. - Mr. Shin.

Yeah?

Unbelievable. Who wears shoes in someone's house?

It seems Kyung Hwan's dad took money for his grandma's hospital bills.

That's why he couldn't testify.

This looks pretty disturbing. What's the sentence for this?

Per Criminal Code Article 115, for destruction of evidence,

he could get up to 5 years in prison or a fine of up to 7,000 dollars.

But it might not be an easy win in court.

Man, I'm beat. Get me a coffee.

- You're here. - Hey, it's Player Kim.

Hello.

Well, Si On. Long time no see.

Feeling a little hip today, aren't you?

Of course. Game recognizes game.

Man, I used up my vacation days chasing that 'I Love You' guy.

- It was a huge pain in the neck. - Hey, Player Kim, what is all this?

Here. Start from here.

"Suddenly, my boss shows up and tells me to go to a work dinner."

"We had Jeju pork belly with rind. I ate eight servings of it, and then"

"I moved the car with a forklift. And as I was about to crush it,"

"a guy popped out of the trunk." This is about you, right?

- Yeah. - Right.

There's more. "Are you still here illegally?"

"Hey, you're illegal too." "Man, I got my green card."

"My boss's friend's a councilman. He hooked me up."

- Isn't that a smoking gun? - You know it.

He doesn't name names.

They don't say who the boss's city councilman friend is.

So you're saying we have a mountain of evidence,

but no knockout punch.

Correct. The chicken post payment was anonymous,

so it's hard to prove a connection.

The video will be blamed on Kyung Hwan.

They could flip the narrative, so we need more evidence.

- What about the junkyard? - We must link it to Choi Woong Sik.

That's the only way we can make sure Choi Young Min gets punished too.

Looks like there's only one way to do this.

I have to see it through to the end.

The election.

- Here you go. - Thanks.

Be careful not to get gum on it when you sit down,

and try not to get makeup on it. It's a pain to get out.

Since this is the only one I have, you're always stuck washing it.

Thanks. I'm surprised you'd lend me your rival's campaign outfit.

This thing is so tacky. Next time, get a simple one like me.

This vest has been through three elections already.

I had it made for my fifth run.

You'll brag about anything, won't you?

By the way...

Who do you consider your biggest rival?

Let's see...

Well, he has that whole thing with his son,

Choi Woong Sik has the best shot at winning.

He forms a unified front at crucial moments to consolidate the votes.

A unified front?

Yeah. He has a way of winning people over.

What about Candidate Kwon Bong Geun? His polls seemed pretty high too.

Oh, he's a great guy.

But he's too idealistic. That's why he's no match for me.

Candidate Kwon, this is a legal notice for you.

Stop bringing me threatening letters and bring me some actual evidence.

You used herbicide on Mt. Madeung, a designated environmental district,

so first, you need to explain why you downgraded its status.

Maheon City, explain yourselves!

Explain! Explain!

- Explain the Jangsuk-dong project! - Isn't he just putting on a show...

- Explain! - to get something...

- Explain! - out of the city or the builders?

As if. For ten years, he's been chasing the thankless jobs.

If that were true, he'd be rich by now.

If he gets elected, he'll work hard for the people.

With me and Choi Woong Sik competing,

the best he can hope for is 3rd place.

What's with that look?

Candidate Kwon, you and I...

both want a better Maheon City, yes? Isn't that what this is all about?

Of course.

Look, if we form a coalition,

what can't we accomplish? We can speed up development twofold.

Candidate Choi.

My idea of development...

isn't achieved by harming nature and kicking people out of their homes.

True development is when we all prosper together.

I should've known.

You're still so young, Candidate Kwon.

If we do things your way,

we'll be the only ones left in the dust.

I'm sorry, but I can't share your vision.

Excuse me.

(Today it's the salamanders, tomorrow it's us)

Darn it.

Hey, give me a smoke.

Look, we already have the permit, so just bulldoze the whole thing.

Your ratings aren't climbing enough, so I think they're playing it safe.

Is this punk out of his mind?

How are my ratings supposed to go up if we don't break ground?

We need shovels in the ground. Just bulldoze it all.

Yes, sir.

The expenses just keep piling up.

Money's pouring out of my pockets.

- Let's go. - Okay.

In other news. Last night in Jangsuk-dong,

a clash broke out between residents and a demo crew forcing an eviction.

Council candidate Kwon Bong Geun, who was at the scene,

and a dozen residents were injured.

Candidate Kwon.

- Oh, thank you for coming. - Are you all right, sir?

It's not broken, just a fracture.

I'm just so relieved no residents were badly hurt.

Still, why did you block that with your bare body?

Why go to such lengths?

Because their relocation issue hasn't been resolved yet.

But the Jangsuk-dong development...

Didn't 70 percent of residents approve it?

That may be true, but...

the majority isn't always right, is it?

Also, the environmental pollution here is extremely serious.

But the majority wants development so they can live more prosperously.

And you're the one standing in their way.

Candidate Kim.

What does it really mean to "live more prosperously"?

If we continue to destroy nature as we are,

we'll lose our ability to survive. And those residents...

have lived here all their lives. You can't just toss them out.

That's just wrong, isn't it?

We have to protect them. Especially as a local candidate.

(Future Forward Party Candidate for Maheon City Council)

(Choi Woong Sik)

With Choi and Lee joining forces for the Maheon election,

the gap in the polls has widened significantly.

Candidate Choi is polling at 49.2 percent,

pulling far ahead of Candidate Kwon Bong Geun at 30 percent.

Choi Woong Sik was all over the news for the incident with his son,

I thought it would be a game-changer,

but it seems he's locking it in.

He's got to lock it in.

Make sure you vote for Candidate Number 1!

All eyes on Choi Woong Sik!

- Candidate 1, Choi Woong Sik! - Choi Woong Sik!

- It's Choi Woong Sik! - Choi Woong Sik!

Thank you, everyone.

Please, take a look at this.

So you're saying Choi Woong Sik is behind all of this?

Yes, that's correct.

All right. If we form a unified ticket...

- I'm out. - What?

We can't unify our campaigns just to oppose someone...

if we don't even agree on policy.

Besides, this is a matter for the police,

not something we can solve by unifying.

Well, then.

Candidate Kwon.

Well, then.

But we still have to stop Choi Woong Sik somehow, don't we?

I agree. Choi Woong Sik cannot be allowed to win.

That's right. Now, fellow candidates,

if the three of us team up...

we can completely change the outcome of this election.

How?

A unified front?

They're all talking about it.

(7 Kwon Chil Bong, 8 Lee Ye Seul, 9 Shin Jay)

(Independent, Kwon Chil Bong)

(Shin Jay)

The election race in Maheon City is in turmoil.

Last night, protesting the attempted forced demolition in Jangsuk-dong,

Lee Gwang Mun and Kim Wan Jae unified to back Kwon Bong Geun,

while Do Tae Woo and Lee Ye Seul have unified to support Shin Jay.

Previously, Choi Woong Sik shot up in the polls by forming an alliance.

But now Candidate Kwon Bong Geun is hot on his heels again.

Jangsuk-dong, where the greenbelt zoning was lifted two years ago,

is key to a major development plan, making it a key battleground.

That's strange.

What would Councilman Choi be doing at my restaurant?

Want me to fry you up some chicken? Make it extra special for you?

I see. You're hungry for my 5.8 percent of the vote.

Mr. Shin, you should start reading fortunes.

Unify our campaigns. If you do, it's a guaranteed win.

That 5.8 percent isn't on the menu. And it's very expensive.

You think I'd see a top negotiator empty-handed?

Oh, please.

All right, then, I'll take that as a yes.

Put it away.

It's not even that much.

But I do have one condition.

Meet it, and you'll have my support.

How much farther is it?

- It's just down this way, sir. - Over there?

Yes.

Hey, hey. You stay here.

- Yes, sir. - Darn it.

I'm sorry.

I heard you went through a terrible ordeal because of my son.

- I apologize on his behalf. - Hold on.

I am so sorry.

Ma'am.

And...

take this as well.

To Hyun Woo's mother, this is Choi Woong Sik.

I know I should be there to apologize in person, but...

I wanted to reach out this way first.

On behalf of my son, I offer my sincerest apologies.

I'm so sorry, ma'am.

Easy there.

Son, listen. I spoke to the warden...

and told him to take special care of you.

How are you holding up? I brought your favorite chicken...

Forget the chicken!

Why apologize to that scum? When are you getting me out of here?

When? When are you?

It's so embarrassing. Why are you begging for votes?!

Dad! Dad!

Hey, calm down. Listen, once this election is over,

I'll get you out of here right away. I'll deal with that scum for good.

When?

I promise I'll do it soon.

Well, what brings you here?

I heard you've been too busy to eat, Candidate Kwon.

It's on the house, from a citizen of Maheon City.

If this is about unifying the vote, I'm afraid I have to go.

Excuse me.

I'm dropping out of the race.

Now...

are you trying to negotiate with me?

Do you know what's most important in a negotiation?

It's understanding the other side.

Even when frying chicken, if you don't put your heart into it,

it won't taste good.

But now,

I've come to understand where you're truly coming from.

So, you have my support.

(Local Elections: 1 Day Away)

With Shin Jay's surprise exit, the race is really heating up.

Kwon Bong Geun, Lee Gwang Mun and Kim Wan Jae...

are now closing in on frontrunner Choi Woong Sik.

Choi Woong Sik's polls look solid, but will it be enough?

(Independent, Kwon Chil Bong)

For the future of our children! Let's do this!

- Kwon Chil Bong! - Kwon Chil Bong!

The race is in an uproar.

Meanwhile, as the two front-runners battle it out,

Candidate Kwon Chil Bong is running a desperate solo race.

- Your votes... - With little time left,

to me, Kwon Chil Bong!

- we're all awaiting the results. - I'm asking for every single one!

Kwon Chil Bong!

- Kwon Chil Bong! Kwon Chil Bong! - Hey, Player Kim.

- Kwon Chil Bong! - I need your help with something.

Look at me, look at me, Number 1! Candidate Number 1, Woong Sik!

Vote for Choi Woong Sik!

Look at me, look at me, Number 1!

Candidate Number 1, Woong Sik! Vote for Choi Woong Sik!

Thank you!

All right, let's do this!

(Future Forward Party)

All right.

Give one of the briefcases of cash to Prosecutor Jang,

and take the other to Choi Hee Soo, the owner of the junkyard.

I'll have to stake out the place and catch them in the act.

I know the perfect spot to hide where I won't be seen.

Hey, is this what I asked for?

Yes, this is what you asked for.

This was a real pain to get. Nice work.

Help yourself to a cold drink from the fridge.

Chil Bong.

You've worked hard.

It's not over yet.

Come on, the campaign's over.

We'll get good results this time.

I've got a really strong feeling about this.

What's this? Eating without me? I see how it is.

Mr. Shin, welcome.

Oh, Mr. Shin. Please, have a seat.

Wow, what a spread.

You may not have finished the race, but you've been through a lot.

I've had my share of hurdles to get this far, too.

But still...

if you hang on till the end...

Candidate Kwon. Perfect timing.

- You're all here early. - Yes. Welcome.

What's he doing here now?

Well...

Why...

Let's see here.

Here it is. Yedong Kwon Clan, Chungnyeolgong.

The 38th-generation descendant. With the generational name "Bong."

That's who I am.

Oh, really? In that case, let me see.

Let's see...

Here I am. The 35th-generation, and the generational name is "Geun."

I'm the 35th-generation descendant, Kwon Bong Geun.

Which means...

- My dear great-grandson. - Yes.

- Great-grandfather. - Oh, give me a break, Chil Bong.

Do you know what I hate more than anything?

When relatives fight tooth and nail over a single position.

I can't stand the sight of it. Don't you agree?

The Yedong Kwon Clan. The Chungnyeolgong Branch.

The 35th and 38th-generation descendants, don't you agree?

- Great-grandfather. - Oh, yes.

I...

- concede. - Fine, I'll concede.

- This book is thick. - Thank you.

Hey, no crying now.

So, Candidate Kim, you're in charge...

- of the Hujin Arcade. - Sure.

Jangsuk-dong, Old and new downtown,

and we'll all start together.

- Let's do it. - Alright, one last "Fighting!"

We got this!

We got this!

(Choi Woong Sik)

(Yubon-dong Polling Station)

Grandma, I'm going to go vote.

(Polling Booth)

(Notice of candidate withdrawal)

(Kwon Chil Bong)

"Our Choice: 9th Local Elections." We have breaking news.

With 99.3 percent of the votes counted in Maheon City,

- Kwon Bong Geun... - This has to be rigged.

is declared the winner.

No way. This is ridiculous.

(Candidate Kwon Chil Bong: 1 percent)

(Candidate Shin Jay: 5.8 percent)

I see. You're hungry for my 5.8 percent of the vote.

I have one condition.

Apologize to the victims, and my 5.8 percent is yours.

That chicken restaurant owner, that son of a witch.

(Kwon Bong Geun wins)

Choi Woong Sik.

You are under arrest...

for election fraud, abuse of authority, and bribery.

Hey! What do you think you're doing?

Wait, there's a misunderstanding... Hey, you! Call my lawyer!

- Get him. - No, wait! Why?

You have the right to remain silent.

What you say may be used against you.

And you have the right to an attorney.

Hey! Call my lawyer...

Call Attorney Park! Hey, wait! Just a minute!

Let him make a call. Just one. Come on, just one phone call.

Good work.

You've worked so hard for this.

- Great job. - You too.

Councilman Kwon. My sincerest congratulations.

- Please, let me pour you a drink. - Oh, of course.

Congratulations.

All right, everyone.

Let's give a big round of applause for new councilman Kwon Bong Geun!

Everyone. We won this together!

Kwon Bong Geun! Kwon Bong Geun!

- This looks delicious! - It looks so good!

It's for you, Ye On.

- It's delicious! - It is?

Yeah. There's nothing else like it.

- Like where? - I don't know.

That's just what our grandma says every time she eats it.

It's not just because I work here. This fried chicken is the real deal.

Here, the last piece is for you, Ye On.

How is it? It's still crispy, right?

Yes.

Hey, you guys, what are you doing? Come on, let's go join them.

That was a pretty big event we just had.

Too bad you dropped out of the race. Honestly, instead of a councilman,

being a chicken restaurant owner suits you better.

- I agree. - So do I.

Yong Pal's dad came and apologized on his knees.

Thank you.

It's all thanks to you two.

Hey, I told you.

You have a lot of power now. He knelt down for your vote.

I got chills.

Maybe he's right?

In any case, my first time voting was a success.

The candidate I voted for won.

Mr. Shin, I have something for you.

What is it?

Ta-da!

Did you draw this, Ye On?

Who is everyone?

This is my sister, this is you,

and this is Uncle Pillip.

Wow, you're a great artist. Thank you, Ye On.

You won me a claw game prize and stopped guys who bothered Si On...

Hey, now, Ye On. Remember I quit playing those games?

Hey, wait a minute. Ye On, is this supposed to be my beard?

All right, kids. Let's go out and congratulate him.

- Okay. - Come on, Ye On.

Let's go, let's go.

Ahead of the recent local elections,

a city councilman implicated in corruption scandals was arrested,

Those involved are being questioned.

He was a 3-term Maheon councilman.

Choi Woong Sik was seen as a shoo-in for a fourth term.

Do something, Dad.

- Come on. - Hurry up!

He has been indicted by prosecutors on seven charges so far.

With other councilmen implicated, businessmen and prosecutors...

and school staff who covered up his son's violence are summoned.

The son, Choi Yong Min, also faces attempted murder,

corpse abandonment and he is expected to stand trial.

Good grief. The father and son, getting their due.

It's a waste of food to even feed those scum in prison.

Isn't that right?

I'm heading out.

Oh, so soon? Take a carton of milk with you.

That's okay. I just stopped by to watch the news.

See you.

(National Legal Medical Facility)

In two days,

it'll be Jun's birthday.

And today, two days before his birthday,

is the day he died.

15 years ago today,

Jun's time stood still.

And so did mine.

Yours, too.

It'd better stay that way.

Forever.

This is how you'll live for the rest of your life.

If you ever feel even an ounce of relief,

I will kill you myself.

(Shin's Project)

- I was sure of my investigation. - Dad!

I remember it all so vividly.

What's today?

Shin?

What is it? What's with that look in your eyes?

- Eyes down. - Is this a rental scam?

He currently owns over ten properties.

I turned in the papers this morning,

so wrap up and book an earlier flight

This reeks of trouble.

The deeds to all of Oh Mi Sook's underwater assets...

are now transferred.

Seung Mu.