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(Kim Da Mi)

(Shin Ye Eun)

(Heo Nam Jun)

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

(Written by Yang Hee Seung and Kim Bo Ram)

(Directed by Kim Sang Ho)

All clear!

(A Hundred Memories)

(Cheongah Bus)

Manager.

Please, you have to help me out this time.

I'm begging you, please?

My mom just had surgery.

If you can just adjust this one dispatch for me,

I'll work straight through without any days off.

I'll handle all the fare deposits, too.

You know I'm good with mental math...

Forget it!

I don't need you to handle the fare deposits.

We already don't have enough conductors.

Manager, just this once...

Manager, my foot. I told you, the answer is no!

Think about it.

If I made an exception for every sob story,

how could I possibly run this company?

If you want to leave a hole so bad, why don't you just quit?

Just make a clean break of it.

The only hole I see is the one in your sock.

So who mends that holey sock of yours for you?

Your poor old mother has to, right?

Since you still haven't managed to get married.

If you're not going to mend it, then keep your mouth shut.

And it's a mother just like her...

who had to be cut open and stitched back up.

And you're just brushing her daughter off like that?

That's just heartless!

We'll cover for Yeong Rye.

So that should work, right?

Guys...

Look at you all, putting on this little show?

What an impressive display of friendship!

But too bad.

You girls alone aren't enough to cover it.

So, am I going to approve this or am I not?

Ms. Koh! Do I approve it, or do I not?

Then I'll cover the shift, too.

With three of us covering, we should be able to manage.

Jong Hee.

Aren't you all pushing yourselves too hard for me?

It'll be exhausting working without any days off.

Hey, now.

What are friends for?

Now, you're starting to hurt my feelings.

That's right.

To be blunt,

if we were in your shoes,

you'd do the same for us, wouldn't you?

Exactly.

That's what friends are for. Right?

But how long are those two going to keep this up?

It's making us uncomfortable just watching.

All because of one stupid player.

A friendship flimsier than tissue is torn to shreds.

Tell me about it.

They used to be inseparable, for goodness' sake.

I don't get it either.

There are plenty of fish in the sea. Why act like this over a guy?

Here.

Could you give this to Seo Jong Hee for me?

(Episode 4: One Step Behind)

(Episode 4: One Step Behind)

(Jeongsin High School)

Loser, moron, airhead, simpleton.

- Loser, moron, idiot. - Is that all you've got?

Hit it harder.

Idiot!

Hey.

You know, if I had a time machine?

I'd go straight back to the exhibition match.

Then I'd cut Deok Gu off at the pass...

and knock him out with an uppercut.

Then Yeong Rye would be like,

"Oh, my. Sang Cheol."

"How can you be so manly and amazing?"

"I think I've fallen head over heels for you."

That's what she'd say, right?

You lunatic.

Right? I'm a lunatic, like you said.

What is wrong with me?

Now that I know it's too late,

I find myself missing her even more.

If it's that bad, why don't you visit her in the hospital?

Visit her at the hospital?

Who?

For goodness' sake, what's all the fuss?

I said, just go already.

Good grief. You're so stubborn.

You're as stubborn as a mule.

I'm telling you, I'm fine.

My coworkers said they'd cover my shifts, I told you.

In that case,

you should visit our home.

Check on the kids,

do the laundry, and make some side dishes, okay?

Yeong Sik can't handle all that by himself.

With all his studies and tutoring, he's already struggling as it is.

Goodness.

Mom.

Even in a time like this, all you care about is Yeong Sik?

Of course. He's the pillar of this family.

Then what does that make me?

You're...

You're my daughter. My eldest daughter.

Right.

I'm the eldest daughter.

The one who has to earn money and take care of her siblings.

When my own mother treats me so thoughtlessly,

who in the world would ever cherish me? Right?

Good grief, this girl.

Did you wake up on the wrong side of the bed?

Why are you being so prickly?

I don't know.

That's just how the words are coming out today.

Look who's here, the pillar of the family.

I'm going to go look after the kids, do laundry, and make some food.

So you, Mr. Pillar, can take care of Mom.

And don't just wolf down the canned peaches by yourself.

Make sure Mom gets some, too.

- What's going on with her? - I don't know.

Maybe something happened at work?

Stomp.

- Get clean. - Get clean.

- Jong Hee. I'm good at this, right? - Yes? You're the best.

- Me too, right? - The best!

- Harder! Stomp. - Jong Hee.

- Yeong Rye! -Yeong Rye!

You're here?

What are you doing here without telling me?

When did you get here?

A little while ago.

Over there.

I know you couldn't make it to class yesterday.

You know I don't normally take notes, right?

But I took really detailed notes with the fountain pen you gave me.

And don't get on my case if it looks like a bunch of chicken scratch.

I really did my best.

Stomp!

What are you waiting for? We need to feed the kids, right?

They've been working really hard, so I bet they're starving.

- Yes. - Right? You're hungry, aren't you?

- Yes! - Yes!

All right.

I'll go make some food right away.

I love the flowerbed at your house.

The flowers are so pretty,

and your vegetable garden is great, too.

Your mother's doing okay now, right?

Yes.

But...

I won't let her leave the hospital until she's fully recovered.

I'm worried she'll try to go right back to work.

Yes, that sounds exactly like your mom.

I was so shocked when I heard she was going into surgery.

I nearly fainted.

That can't ever happen again.

Yes.

Here.

Jong Hee.

Yes?

Here.

What is it?

On the day my mom collapsed,

I ran into Han Jae Pil on the street.

Han Jae Pil?

(Han Jae Pil)

I was desperately trying to catch a cab,

and he gave me a ride to the hospital...

in his family's car.

Really?

That was really nice of him.

He...

asked me to give this to you.

- Me? - Yes.

You know how he invited us to the boxing gym?

I guess he did that for you.

And I had no idea.

I totally jumped the gun and got my hopes up.

Really?

What a strange guy.

I don't know about that.

But anyway, I gave it to you.

Mission accomplished!

What about you?

I thought you were into him.

Me?

No, I thought he was the one who was into me.

So I decided to give him a chance.

You know, something like that.

No, I'm not.

He's not even my type.

Really?

Why?

You don't like him?

It's not about liking him or not.

I'm not interested in dating.

I don't have the energy for it either.

Besides,

he knows nothing about me.

I'm going to get more snacks.

You want some too, right?

Wait. Really?

You just ran into her on the street by chance?

Yes.

That should've been me!

I should've given you a ride, even if I had to borrow a truck.

Maybe I should visit her in the hospital.

Go ahead.

I don't know if she'll be happy to see you, though.

Hey, come with me!

You're the one with an excuse to go, since you gave her a ride.

I may have an excuse...

but no desire to go. Why should...

"Why should..."

What?

Let's go.

Let's go. I'll come with you.

Really?

Gosh. I'm so excited.

Should I get something like flowers or fruit?

I'm getting the hiccups. Look.

Hi.

Hey.

Hi.

Well, I heard from Jae Pil and...

If I hadn't heard, that's one thing, but I can't pretend I don't know.

It just didn't feel right, as a friend.

I mean, we're not exactly friends, but we're not exactly strangers.

It's a really hard relationship to define.

What? Did you say something, Jae Pil?

He said you must be sick of the hospital food.

- Right. - Yes.

You see, Sang Cheol's parents run a stall at the market.

Right.

A little something in the food business.

It's a pretty big operation for a market stall.

They sell pickled vegetables and fermented seafood.

And business is surprisingly good.

Not to brag,

but everyone around here says it's the real deal.

Everyone loves their food, right?

Right. This is for you.

Thank you.

- Yes. - I'll enjoy it.

How's your mom doing? Is she feeling a lot better?

She is, thanks to you.

Actually, she was just asking who the friend was that drove her.

She said to tell you thank you.

It was nothing.

Of course. I was happy to do it.

Hey.

Can we have a moment?

What?

Well...

Yes?

About that note from the other day...

Oh, right.

It got to her, right?

What'd she say?

Well...

Jong Hee's not really...

in a place to be seeing anyone right now.

Oh, is that right?

Then why did she even come on the group date?

Was she just there for fun?

I mean, that can happen.

That can happen, sure.

Sorry for making things awkward for you.

I feel bad bothering her now, with her sick mom.

No, don't worry. It's fine, really.

(Wonhwa Jaeil Hospital)

Gosh. So much for acting uninterested in the group date.

You were so stoic, playing hard to get.

Knock it off.

When did that all happen, you sly cat.

I said knock it off. Say one more word.

Come on. When did you fall for her?

Was it at the roller rink? When Jong Hee took her jacket off?

Or was it when she was trying to hold you back?

Don't tell me it was love at first sight.

You wouldn't let it go when I was crushing on Yeong Rye.

And here you are, up all night thinking about Jong Hee.

So that's what's been going on!

All right! I'll stop!

- Didn't I say knock it off? - I said I'll stop!

Jae Pil! I'll stop!

I'll stop, all right?

What's gotten into you?

Jae Pil.

Tell me whatever you want to eat.

To celebrate you getting shot down, I'll pay for everything.

I'm paying, I said. What's wrong?

I said I'm treating!

When did you get here?

You must not be a light sleeper. You can just fall asleep anywhere.

I am a light sleeper.

I often sleep in places like this. I've gotten used to it.

Kids, your brother is here.

What? Yeong Sik.

Yeong Sik.

Did you two have fun and play nicely?

- Yes. - Yes.

Yeong Sik. Look at this.

Jong Hee drew this for me. She did a great job, right?

Gosh. She's not much of an artist, is she?

Agreed.

You don't have to be good at everything.

Let's go play inside.

You haven't eaten yet, right?

Yeong Rye made kimchi stew and side dishes.

- Do you want me to serve you some? - No, it's all right. You should go.

You need to get some rest, too.

It's tough when you don't rest on your day off.

I thought you had tutoring later. Are you leaving the kids all alone?

Yeong Mi said it gets even scarier at night.

I'll figure it out.

- Thanks for everything. - Gosh.

I'm just trying to do a good deed, so why do I feel kicked out?

You just smiled.

So you do know how to smile.

I was starting to think you were allergic to smiling.

Aren't you leaving?

- I'm going. - Okay.

- This is totally my style. - Oh, that's pretty.

Hey, look at this.

- This is prettier. - I know, right?

- But I think this suits you better. - Really?

This one.

This is no fun by myself.

I miss Koh Yeong Rye.

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

Hey.

Isn't that her?

Seo Jong Hee?

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

(Jungang Supermarket)

When did he get here?

- Yeong Sik! - Is it good?

All right, let's go over this again.

Until I'm back from my tutoring, what are you supposed to do?

We wait here quietly.

And we don't move a single step.

That's right.

- Yeong Bae, take good care of her. - Okay.

And if you need the bathroom, tell the lady at the market.

- I've already spoken to her. - Okay.

When I'm done later, I'll come back and buy you an even better treat.

An even better treat? Like jjajangmyeon?

That sounds delicious.

- Oh, Mr. Koh. - Hello.

And who are these two?

Your siblings?

- Hello. - Oh, hello.

But why are your siblings here?

Oh, my. Don't tell me you're making them wait out here?

Yes, my mother's in the hospital, so I didn't really have a choice.

I see.

Oh, dear. You really shouldn't. In this day and age,

leaving the kids out here all by themselves...

They look like they're my Sae Ri's age.

And she looks even younger than her.

Stop it.

What's wrong?

Goodness.

You two haven't eaten dinner, right?

Here you go.

I hope you like omelette rice.

It's one of my Sae Ri's favourites to eat.

Do you like it?

- I do. - Good. I'm glad.

Go on, eat up.

Dig in.

Her name is Ju Ju.

My dad brought her back for me from a business trip to Paris.

I'm the one who named her Ju Ju.

She's five years old.

This is from my dad's business trip to Finland.

That's where Santa Claus and Rudolph live, you know?

Oh, yes.

Here.

Gosh.

It's called a music box.

- Do you like it? - Yes.

Then it's yours.

It's my gift to you.

- Really? - Yes!

She told her she could have it.

I would hide a single rainbow candy so Yeong Mi wouldn't ask for it.

With a beautiful smile, just like a princess,

she told her she could have this expensive gift.

Finish these by our next session.

And mark the ones you get stuck on.

Okay.

Don't just mark them without trying first.

I can always tell.

Sure.

Yes, sir.

Is something wrong? You seem so out of it.

You couldn't focus the whole time, too.

When have I ever been motivated...

to study?

Mr. Koh.

Have you ever been shot down before?

If shot down means confessing and getting rejected,

then no, not even once.

You know you sound very obnoxious, right?

I know.

I mean, what is it that women...

find attractive in a guy?

Do you have to be smart like you, for starters?

Like all intellectual? And wear shirts like this?

Who is she?

I'm not talking about me.

I was just curious, that's all.

Class is over, so you should go. Your siblings are waiting.

And I have to get to the gym.

(Giant Boxing Gym)

Hey, Han Jae Pil!

You made it.

Greetings, my senior.

- You made it. - Yes.

I've got some juicy information you're going to love.

Guess who I saw earlier when I was on my way to my mom's store?

Who'd you see?

I don't know.

Should I tell you or not?

Should I tell you or not?

Don't. I don't care. Stop.

You're going to regret this. Seriously.

I saw Seo Jong Hee earlier!

Who's that?

Am I supposed to know her? I've never heard that name before.

Is this a pride of a man or something?

Well...

She went to Vivaldi Music Cafe, where we had that group date.

Seeing as she was going in alone, she must be a regular.

You don't need to try ten times, but you can at least try once.

No? Are you giving up? Just like that?

You're giving up?

Why is there so much dust on this? Hold that.

What?

I'm going to go change.

Are you giving up?

Fine.

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

Darn it.

It held up for so long, but it finally gave out.

What am I going to do?

Come on.

What are you going to do about yours, then?

Me?

I can stay like this.

Then give that to me.

No, I'm the one with the broken slippers.

Just wear it.

You came out to go to the supermarket, right?

I can just go back inside like this.

No, it's fine. That would look ridiculous.

You've got an image to maintain.

You wench.

I'm sorry, Hae Ja.

I don't know what came over me.

No, I'm the one who's sorry.

Your hair is already so thin, and I went and pulled it.

Without you, I have no one to hang out with...

and no one to talk to.

You can have Driver Kim.

No, you have him. He's a much better match for you.

No, I insist. You take him.

No, you have him.

No, I'm letting you have him. Driver Kim is all yours.

Hae Ja.

- You take him. - No, you take Driver Kim.

It's you! You're a much better match for him.

This substitute gig is no joke.

Oh, my. This is tough.

I couldn't do all this even if there were two of me.

Oh, my gosh.

Are you filling in for Ms. Koh today, Ms. Choi?

- Yes. - That explains it.

I had a dream last night.

You know, Ms. Choi.

Looking at you up close,

your eyes are so clear.

Like the ocean shimmering in the moonlight,

they just sparkle.

Hae Ja, by any chance,

have you ever heard of the word "yoonseul?"

Spare me the poetry.

What's with the buttery voice?

Let's get going. I'm crazy busy today.

All clear.

Right, we should go.

Let's go.

Get in.

What's with the car? I thought you only cycled.

It's my mom's. She was junking it, so I took it.

By the way, how's your mom doing?

I've been meaning to go see her.

It's fine. It's a six-bed ward, so there's no room anyway.

Are the hospital bills sorted out?

Yes, I explained my situation to the family I tutor for...

and they gave me a three-month advance on my pay.

That's a relief.

So, are you heading to the hospital now?

No, I was at the hospital overnight, so Yeong Rye is there today.

I need to go home and see the kids.

Really?

- Get out. - What?

Take the bus. Something just came up.

Hurry up and get out.

There you go.

Okay.

What's with this guy? First he says get in, then get out.

Seriously, what an odd guy.

Catch me!

Don't let it get away.

Out of the way!

- Grab him! - Let go of me!

Oh, my.

Seeing those boys reminds me of my little brothers back home.

I miss my siblings.

Alright. Who's the best kicker here?

- He is! - Okay. Show me what you've got.

Not bad. Now watch this.

I'll kick it so high, it won't come down.

Now that's how you kick.

- One more time! - One more time?

- Just once more. - Please.

No, you guys go on and play. Okay?

He's good. Jun Ho was good, too.

They just reminded me of my siblings back home.

They're right around that age.

Driver Kim, are you the eldest son?

The firstborn?

- Yes. - Let go.

I'm the oldest daughter, too.

You, too, Ms. Choi?

- The fumigation truck! - The fumigation truck!

- Let's follow it! - Let's follow it!

Well...

Thank you.

What's this? Did you get hurt at work?

No, it's nothing like that.

Just hold still.

Are you going to use that medicine or just look at it?

Are you going to build...

Hey.

My goodness. You're only so young!

You have the hands of a woman who's done chores for years.

Give me your hand. Come on.

- You don't have to do that. - Goodness.

Since when have you ever cared about my hands?

No. Well...

Hey, Ugly.

Oh, you're here?

Yes.

Mom's over there.

- I'm here, Ms. Park. - Okay.

Hello.

Here you go.

How are you feeling?

- I'm doing okay, but... - Yes?

But I don't know what's gotten into her lately.

Maybe she's going through a late puberty or something.

Hey, Ugly!

Aren't you cold?

What are you doing out here?

- Is something wrong? - No.

Just because.

Because...

I hate myself.

Come on.

What's there to hate about you?

You're a good person and a diligent worker.

You take good care of your siblings, and you're devoted to your mother.

See? No matter how I look at it, I see nothing to dislike about you.

Except for your face.

Hey, Ugly.

You know, in our constitution,

there's a clause on the very first page.

"All citizens have the right to pursue happiness."

But that clause doesn't mean the state...

is promising to make everyone happy.

Then what?

Happiness is subjective, you know.

So however we define happiness,

it means the state will support our efforts to achieve it.

That's why it's the right to pursue happiness, not be happy.

So what I'm saying is,

Happiness is ultimately...

something you have to pursue for yourself.

If you want to do something, do it.

If there's something you want,

you have to go after it.

Work up the courage.

And I don't know what's making you hate yourself,

but you need to pursue what...

- Hyeon. - Yes?

I...

I have to be somewhere.

Thanks for the advice.

Hey, Ugly.

Koh Yeong Rye?

Something tells me it's related to romance.

Maybe I shouldn't have given that lecture.

(Mini Supermarket)

Hello?

Hello?

Excuse...

Excuse me, I was wondering...

is Han Jae Pil there?

Jae Pil?

He's not home from school yet. He has a seventh period class today.

May I ask who's calling?

All right.

What was the Jeongrang of the Ministry of Personnel?

In the Ministry of Personnel, the Jeongrang and...

The western faction...

came to be known as the Westerners.

Okay, we'll continue with Joseon's factional politics next class.

Class dismissed.

Thank you.

Hey, don't you find Korean History a drag?

It puts me right to sleep.

Hey, wait a minute. Jae Pil, where are you going?

We haven't had homeroom yet.

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

Sir.

Here's the Vienna coffee you ordered.

- Enjoy. - Thanks.

Koh Yeong Rye?

Hey.

Hey, what brings you here?

Well...

Are you alone?

Where's Han Jae Pil?

Jae Pil?

As soon as the bell rang, he took off like a shot.

He must have had somewhere urgent to be.

I see.

Anyway, what brings you here?

Don't tell me you came here to see me.

Well...

- Watch out. - Right.

Thanks.

You're a lifesaver.

- Enjoy. - Thanks.

Hi.

What are you doing here?

Well...

I'm actually a regular here.

I see.

Since our group date,

I come here sometimes to clear my head.

Really? That's surprising.

Here. This is on the house.

I hope to see you here often.

It's not like we're strangers. Mind if I join you?

Sure.

Be my guest.

(Vivaldi Music Cafe, 2nd Floor)

So I see you like this song?

I like it, too.

Yes.

Yeong Rye loves it, so it kind of grew on me.

This song is really popular right now, isn't it?

It sure is.

Those brothers are amazing.

They passed the preliminary round for the College Music Festival,

but they were disqualified because they were graduates,

not students.

And look how famous they ended up becoming.

That was Sanulrim.

Plus, this is Songolmae.

- Oh, really? - Yes.

I got them mixed up.

But the vocalist is great. That's Bae Chul Soo, right?

The vocalist is Koo Chang Mo.

Bae Chul Soo's on guitar.

You don't listen to much pop music, do you?

This isn't really your thing, is it?

What? No, it is.

I do like it.

I'm just all mixed up today.

You are?

Then stay and listen a bit longer.

I've got something to do.

- Leaving already? - Yes.

Here's mine. Just pay it all at once.

I'll pay now.

Wait, hold on.

Have a meal with me.

"A meal?"

Well...

Today's my birthday.

I just don't want to eat alone.

Please, just have a meal with me.

Oh, eat up.

My lifesaver.

But since you saved my life, you're responsible for me forever.

Hey.

I'm just kidding. Why are you so shocked?

Thanks.

So I guess you and Jae Pil come here a lot.

Oh, this place?

Of course.

You could say this is where Jae Pil and I get all our meals.

Does Jae Pil like this kind of food?

Yes, of course. He loves it.

But he can't really handle spicy food.

One bite of this and he'd chug a lot of water.

- Pretty surprising, right? - Yes.

What else?

What else does he like?

Who? Me?

No, Jae Pil.

- Jae Pil? - Yes.

Jae Pil? Well...

Jae Pil.

Well, for music, he mostly listens to rock.

And he's good at basketball.

He's what you would call a natural athlete.

And I hear his IQ is pretty high, too.

Not that I've seen proof of it or anything.

But...

Aren't you curious about me at all?

You?

Well...

Do you have any siblings?

That's what you were curious about?

- Right. - I'm an only son,

and my father's the youngest of four brothers.

So you'll never have to worry about those big family obligations.

And on top of that, in my family, the women don't have to do a thing.

The men do everything.

Gosh. This looks delicious.

I should come back with Yeong Rye.

You two must be really close. All you talk about is Yeong Rye.

What about me? I mean...

So, no questions for me?

You?

Let's see.

Are you a regular here?

- Well... - Mom.

This? What about some corn?

I used to come here often with my mom.

It's been a while for me, too. Let's eat.

Yes, let's eat.

Eat up.

So why haven't you been here in a while?

Did your mom get sick of this place?

No.

She's not around anymore.

- Are you okay? - I'm sorry.

No, it's fine.

Here, let me get that.

- Just leave it. - Your shirt.

- Are you okay? - Yes.

There.

Let's hurry up and go.

What? Where?

There's somewhere I want to take you.

(1982 Dongin Department Store Double Bonus Mega Sale)

(Dongin)

(1982 Dongin Department Store Double Bonus Mega Sale)

Why are we here?

You said it was your birthday.

You bought me lunch. It's the least I can do.

Pick something out. I'll get you a gift.

No, you don't have to get me anything.

I'm not taking no for an answer.

I have money.

Come on.

What would look good on you?

A jacket?

- How about a jacket? - I like it.

That looks great on you.

Right.

- You don't like it? - What?

Something else?

What about a sweater? This one looks good.

What's with the lukewarm reaction?

I'm trying to buy you a gift here. Could you show a little enthusiasm?

No, it's just that they're both nice.

I'm fine with either one. Let's hurry.

- Which one... - Hey!

Get down!

What is it?

What?

What?

Why does the window display look so tacky?

Don't you know that display is everything in a department store?

There's no highlight in this display!

Is this what I pay you for?

I'll fix it right away, sir.

For goodness' sake.

So...

The CEO of this department store is your dad?

And it's not even your birthday?

If I'd known sooner,

I would've been getting a gift, not buying one.

Well, one thing's for sure.

Of everyone I know, you're...

You're the richest kid.

Gosh.

Rich.

Right. Okay.

I guess I'm rich,

but my father is the one with the money, not me.

But it'll all be yours eventually, right?

So...

Why were you trying so desperately to hide?

What if you ran into him? Would he beat you up or something?

So even a department store CEO beats his own son.

Well...

That's a new one.

He's always had a temper,

but he wasn't always this violent.

Not until my mom passed away.

His self-control has been...

You know...

Your typical sob story.

I mean, I'm used to it by now, so I'm fine.

But when you were there with me,

it was just a little...

You're not okay either, though.

You don't have to act so tough.

If you always pretend you're fine, you'll just fall apart all at once.

It's better to admit when you're hurting.

Yes.

How do you know that so well?

Because I've been there.

Acted tough, and then just...

Call me sometime.

We could go to the library this weekend or something.

You already gave me your number, and I shot you down.

I know.

Since I've already been shot down once,

I figure a second time will be less of a shock.

I...

I...

I want to be with you.

(Wonhwa Jaeil Hospital)

- Here you go. - Gosh. Thank you.

- I hope that was enough. - Not at all.

- Thank you. - You take care now.

Okay.

- Good grief. - Oh, my gosh.

Are your eyes just for decoration? How could you possibly miss this?

You startled me.

You're still up?

Here.

Slather it on every time you wash your hands.

It's that hand cream all the young people are using.

Did you...

buy this for me, Mom?

Of course I did. Did you think it fell from the sky?

Your youth is more precious than gold.

You need to start using this thing while you're still young.

Otherwise, your hands will end up a wrinkly mess like your mother's.

Gosh. What's gotten into you, buying something like this?

It smells nice.

Goodness. Don't be stingy with it.

- I'll buy you more when you're out. - It feels like a waste, Mom.

What's there to waste? I said I'll buy you more.

It feels so soft.

- Do you like it? - Yes.

Let's put some on you too, Mom.

- No, I'm okay. - Come on, let me.

I'm too old for this.

Yeong Mi.

Yes?

Do you think my face looks any lighter?

No, it's the same.

Dark.

- Yeong Bae. - What?

That omelette rice was so good, right?

It was so yellow and fluffy.

It really was.

And there was meat inside, right?

Yes, there was.

Don't you want to have it again?

I do.

Sae Ri said we could come over again.

Oh, my. What brings you two here?

- Hello. - Hello.

Sae Ri invited us to come over again.

I see.

But what's this?

Mom said when you visit someone's house,

you shouldn't show up empty-handed.

Okay.

- This is for you. - Okay.

Oh, dear.

All right. Take your shoes off and come on in.

Yeong Bae! Yeong Mi!

Sae Ri!

Hi.

It's the pumpkin from Cinderella!

Yes, it is.

You said you saw her, you punk.

When and where did you see her, you punk?

I did see her at Yeonpung Intersection,

but I was pretty wasted myself.

So I didn't get the bus number.

You punk.

I wasn't sure at first because of the conductor's uniform.

But I'm sure of it. It was definitely your sister.

"A conductor's uniform?"

That wench is working as a bus conductor?

Like you could've gone far.

- Yeong Rye! - Hey!

Hey!

My goodness. It's been a few days, but it feels like ages.

I almost forgot what you look like.

Have you been well?

I made things hard on all of you, didn't I?

Hey, Koh Yeong Rye.

It's been a while.

Ta-da!

Looks delicious.

Let me get that for you. Hang on.

Here, eat up.

Anyone would think you're the patient.

You've lost more weight.

I've been trying to eat properly.

Finish this and have some more. I'll make another bowl.

Okay.

Here, for dessert.

Thank you.

I ran into Han Jae Pil yesterday.

I guess he somehow found out that Vivaldi is my usual spot.

He was waiting for me.

It was his birthday, so we ate.

Then we went gift shopping.

You know Dongin Department Store, right?

It turns out his family owns it.

He saw his dad and tried to hide from him.

I think his father is kind of abusive.

And his mother passed away.

I guess money really can't buy happiness.

Right.

Then he gave me his number...

and asked me to go to the library with him on the weekend.

And?

What about you?

What?

Are you still...

not interested in him?

Not at all?

I don't know.

There's something about him.

On one hand, it seems like he has everything,

but on the other, it's like he has nothing.

He seems lonely.

He does get on my mind, strangely enough.

So why not give him a chance?

A guy who asks me to the library on a date?

No way. That's so lame.

The fact that he doesn't really know who I am,

and the fact that I'm not being honest with him...

I don't like either one.

Don't you think it's because...

you're starting to have feelings for him?

Otherwise, you wouldn't be so upset about it.

Is that right?

I don't even know how I feel.

But there's one thing I know for sure.

I think I have to see him one more time.

I should probably start by being honest.

That I'm not a student, and I'm a bus conductor.

And I'll just figure out the rest after that.

I mean, we'll either see each other or we won't, right?

Oh, right.

I have a full shift that day.

So I didn't even have time anyway.

I'll cover your shift.

You covered for me before.

- Really? - Yes.

You'd really do that?

Yes.

Okay.

All right, then.

I'm going to go make the call.

You finish this up, and just tidy up a little.

Okay.

Yes, hello?

Hello?

Hello?

If you're going to call, at least say something.

Who is this?

Who are you, you punk?

This little brat. Who are you, making a prank call?

Who are you, you punk?

Unbelievable.

Anyway, people like this should all be rounded up and jailed.

These little punks.

The laws in this country are way too lenient.

Hello?

Hey.

It's me, Seo Jong Hee.

Hey.

What?

I'm at a payphone, and I'm down to my last dime.

I'll make this quick, so listen up.

Okay.

Meet me in front of Vivaldi on Sunday at 1pm.

There's something I need to tell you in person first.

No, it's not something I can say over the phone.

Right.

It was bound to end up like this anyway.

More than my three fated encounters with him,

their one encounter was a stronger and more powerful destiny.

So...

I'm taking back my claim to happiness.

Because...

You also have the right to pursue your own happiness.

And...

The person I want to be happy, second only to myself,

is you.

Yes.

That's nice.

But why the pumpkin porridge all of a sudden?

The tutor's younger siblings brought it over.

- His siblings? - Yes.

His little brother is around Sae Ri's age,

and his sister is a couple of years younger.

I guess the tutor is the eldest son.

Their father passed away young...

There's no need to be...

so nosy about other people's family business.

He's not a stranger.

- Sae Ri, come on. - Yes, Sae Ri.

- Have a seat. - Come sit here.

- Eat your porridge. - That's a good girl.

- It's hot, so make sure... - Eat up.

You blow on it before you eat.

- Okay. - Okay.

Is it good?

- Mom. - Yes?

Where's my Cinderella pumpkin?

I put it over there, but it's gone now.

I wanted to keep it in my room.

That one?

Mommy made it into porridge.

You just ate it, Sae Ri.

- Can I have another bowl? - Sure.

My Cinderella pumpkin!

- Why did you eat it? - I'm leaving now.

I was supposed to make a carriage!

- Have some porridge before you go. - I hate you, Mom!

It's Saturday, so you have no lunchbox.

No, I'm fine.

- I'm leaving now. - My Cinderella pumpkin!

Are you back from your route already?

You're quick today.

Yes, it was pretty quiet out there because it's Saturday.

Why?

Just because.

You're so pretty.

Of course.

I'm one of the prettiest faces here at Cheongah Bus.

You really are.

Even now.

Right.

You're going to tell him tomorrow, right?

I have to.

- I'm off then. - Okay.

Jong Hee!

Seo Jong Hee! You forgot your hat.

Darn it.

I mean, if there's a spot check from HQ,

she'll get in trouble for a dress code violation.

Here, let me.

- I'll run it over to her. - What?

The bus has already left. How can you possibly catch it?

Are you okay? You're not hurt, are you?

Oh, my gosh. I'm so sorry.

The tire suddenly went flat.

I'm afraid you all need to get off and take the next bus.

- Gosh. - I'm sorry.

- Please get off. - I'm sorry.

Everyone, please exit. I'm sorry.

Oh, come one.

That was a close call.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

If I'm late, I'm on cleaning duty again.

I'll take the next bus, and...

Would it be faster if I can transfer?

(A Hundred Memories)

Weren't you planning on telling him anyway?

I know.

But letting him know myself and getting caught is different.

It doesn't matter to me.

It does for me.

Don't come looking for me again.

Let me ask you one thing.

Is there a bus conductor named Seo Jong Yeon here?

A strange man came looking for someone called Seo Jong Yeon.

What's going on, Jong Hee?

- We can't stop. - Stop!

We have to go faster.

- Stop! - Please, leave me alone.

I'm already embarrassed as is, that everyone knows.

Let go!

Let me stay by your side, even just as a friend.