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(All names, places, and organizations are imaginary.)

(Filmed under youth protection guidelines)

(Episode 10)

Marie.

If you set everything else aside...

and just think about studying abroad,

would you want to go?

If I set everything else aside?

I'd want to.

But it's fine.

There'll be another chance.

Let's go in.

So you do want to go.

Where have you been wandering?

Why are you two together?

We had dinner.

Don't scold us for eating without you.

I'm not in the mood to argue.

You...

I heard about the mistresses.

Things got pretty crazy, right?

Soo Sun told you?

Not Soo Sun.

Anyway, you must've been shocked.

Mom is likely more shocked.

By the way, what's with the yard?

It looked like all the pots were smashed.

Something happened, but I handled it.

Don't worry and go to bed.

Okay.

Don't scold Mom.

Where did such a good kid come from?

That foolish girl!

I'm going to sleep.

Another year older, another mess. What did you do so well?

Didn't you see the yard?

What about it?

Take a look in the morning.

I knew something was off when he shoved those divorce papers.

Did something happen?

Some lunatic woman barged in and smashed all my flowerpots.

She called you Number Five.

What kind of nonsense is that?

That's not all.

Min Bo came here,

and whether he saw it or just heard about it, he lectured me.

How dare he come here and act like that?

He did?

So, he saw me...

So what if he did?

You're as pretty as Audrey Hepburn,

and what a life you've got.

You gave birth to me.

That's why I'm like this.

I'm burning up inside.

Burning up inside.

Geez...

What nonsense.

That crazy woman, what number was she supposed to be?

One or two?

Giving out numbers and telling me to live as a mistress?

What is this, some Casanova act?

She really made a mess of the pots.

What's this?

Abalone? Why is it here?

It's still fresh.

Mom, why is this in the yard?

Why is it here?

You've got too much on your mind.

Someone told me to move my body whenever that happens.

Working part-time, I forget them all.

We don't need to waste money doing this.

Just try it once.

This is way better than a part-time job.

But it looks scary.

It's got safety gear, and even kids do it.

Try it.

Go for it, Marie.

Listen up, Kang Marie.

From today on, you don't have a father.

He may have abandoned you,

but this foolish, pathetic mother of yours...

has never abandoned you.

I never even thought about it.

That's the difference between him and me.

Are you okay?

Yes.

Gang Se.

Yes?

How do I go down?

Safety is engaged, so push lightly against the wall.

I got you.

You're doing it too, right?

I've got acrophobia.

It's fun. Give it a try.

It's got safety gear, and even kids do it.

I'm good.

Then why did you tell me to do it?

I thought you'd stop halfway.

You'd be focused, so you'll forget everything.

I never quit halfway.

Now it's your turn.

No, really.

Seriously. I'm good.

- It's fun, Gang Se. - No.

Hey.

This is your graduation gift.

Congratulations on finishing school.

I didn't get you a graduation gift. Can I really take this?

It's not much, but it means something.

Do you want to make it official?

Let's call today our first day together.

The child in the painting, that's me.

The artist is my dad.

Sorry?

He left when I was seven.

Mom erased every trace of him after that.

I still don't know why he left.

I used to think it was my fault.

But then I saw my dad had painted me as I was in his memory.

I was really happy that day at the art museum.

At least I knew I wasn't an abandoned kid.

So that's what the painting meant.

I did well.

Maybe the best thing I've ever done.

I want to hear more about you.

Mom and Grandma aren't good with money.

As you know, I'm the girl of the house.

Part-time worker Marie.

But I was never lonely.

My mom and grandma never let me be.

You're the opposite of me.

Your house must be so quiet.

Ours is crazy loud. You can't even imagine.

Do you often... I mean, with your mom?

Mom is fiery, but she doesn't hold grudges.

But my dad came back.

And that alone made all the past chaos nothing.

If you're okay with me like this, then my answer is yes.

Sorry?

Let's do that.

Let's make it official.

It has taken so long, right?

Why are you so late?

I told you I had to return to the hospital after the orientation at the care center.

By the way, Aunt...

I heard you're all over the place lately.

Just quit the hospital, then.

- Why are you being so extreme? - Look at the state of this house.

When was the last time you cleaned?

Look at this dust and these piled-up dishes!

All right, I'll do it.

By the way, did you speak with Ms. Joo today?

What's wrong with Si Ra? Is there a problem again?

No, forget it.

You know the new doctor at the hematology department?

- The new doctor? What about him? - He's so popular among the nurses.

I want to give him a small welcome gift.

What do you think would be good?

Premium collectible figure or a pair of limited-edition sneakers?

- What? - Forget it if you can't afford those.

- How do you know that so well? - What? Well, I mean...

Typical doctors of that age are into those things, right?

Finish running the vacuum.

And come home early.

What's going on? Her clothes are weird.

And Marie hasn't been reachable all day.

People around me keep giving off a suspicious scent.

Dad gave this stethoscope to my brother, and my brother gave it to me.

It's too precious. Can I have it?

I'm giving it to you because it's precious.

- What? - I wanted to give it to my girl.

To my girlfriend.

"To my girlfriend."

What? Why is my heart beating so fast?

- I hope he likes it. - I'm so excited.

- Great. - I can't wait.

What are you all doing?

My birthday is still a whole month away.

- He's here. - He's coming.

Here. Welcome, Professor Lee Poong Ju.

What are you doing? Blow out the candles first.

I'm not in OB-GYN, though.

You're a consulting professor from the sperm center, so we're family.

The nurses wanted to throw you a welcome party as soon as you arrived,

but things got delayed a little. I hope that is all right.

Please go ahead and blow out the candles.

(Welcome, Professor Lee Poong Ju)

This is nothing much, just a token of our appreciation.

Thank you. I'll use it well. Thank you, everyone.

A sperm bank should not simply be a place for storage.

It must become a center that researches the future of reproduction.

Yes. It should expand into genetic analysis...

and blood type management for rare diseases.

- Of course. - What do they like so much about him?

If we're going to handle delicate issues such as surrogacy,

we must establish strong legal measures.

He looks like a gigolo. Height? I'm tall as well.

Even if the legal issues are settled, the ethical questions could be a burden.

He's just full of himself.

- Dr. Jin, why are you so quiet? - Sorry?

Right, Director. So, where does our center's responsibility end?

What do you mean by "end?"

I mean a child of an infertile couple conceived with donor sperm.

Even with the strictest management,

the secret of birth doesn't stay hidden forever.

Why are you curious about that?

All you need to do is follow the manual.

Is that so?

I suppose you're right...

Geez.

- It's time for the rounds, Director. - Yes, go ahead.

What is wrong with you today?

I'm sorry. I meant to set it to vibrate.

Not being able to focus is one thing. But "secret of birth?"

We are doctors, not novelists.

Be more careful with your choice of words.

Excuse me. Sir?

- Call the medical staff, please. - Okay.

You know Kang Marie, right?

Is she good at her job?

Why are you so interested?

Can't an uncle look after his niece?

- Uncle? You? - She is my wife's niece.

I heard that she works under you.

Professor Lee is notoriously strict, so I want to make sure everything is fine.

Everything that happens in this hospital is...

within the palm of my hand.

You may go back to work.

It's 10:15.

I see several parts missing.

What I need are the missing parts. Why would I hire an assistant, then?

- I'm sorry. - There goes your sorry again.

You said you would begin your residency soon.

Didn't you learn that recording every word from the patient is the most basic rule?

I'll start again from the beginning.

Even an entire night will not be enough. Your part-time term ends today.

I'll come back tomorrow and do...

How is it all so easy for you?

You fail to keep time, you argue over everything, and you work carelessly.

At this point, I should question your qualifications as a doctor.

- Isn't that a rather hasty judgment? - Why?

Do you feel wronged? There are always people like you.

Those who value connections more than effort.

Marie, I heard you're familiar with this hospital.

Everyone around here seems busy protecting you.

Are you saying I'm slacking off because of that?

You would know best, Marie.

In any case, let's finish this properly.

(Medical Residents Interview Room)

(Interviewer)

- Mr. Lee Kang Se. - Yes.

You are quite handsome.

Pardon?

You seem to be more interested in the sperm center than in OB-GYN.

I think that from artificial insemination to childbirth,

the role and responsibility of the sperm center are crucial.

Responsibility.

If a child born from donated sperm were to suffer from a severe genetic disorder,

who would bear that responsibility?

I believe that the birth of a child through artificial procedures...

is not merely a medical outcome but a social issue.

From that perspective, the hospital can't be entirely free from responsibility.

Anyone can think.

Sorry?

The declining birthrate is a serious issue these days.

What do you think about providing sperm illegally...

to increase the birth rate, placing greater value on the act of birth?

I think it's a betrayal of life...

Wouldn't it be a betrayal?

You're quite quick on your feet.

You know, in theory, everything sounds perfect,

but reality never quite follows theory.

Isn't it the duty of medical staff working on the front lines to change that reality?

You're flawless in both speech and appearance.

You remind me of someone.

But still, your intern evaluations aren't impressive.

Are you sure you can change reality with these scores?

And your OB-GYN rotation score is the lowest.

How do you explain that?

How was your interview? Did all that practice pay off?

- It was a total disaster. - Why?

- One person kept picking on my grades. - I thought your grades were excellent.

Of course, they're excellent.

It just varies a bit by department.

True, OB-GYN was the lowest.

Still, the average is fine, but one person kept picking on it.

Yes, there's always a pain in the neck everywhere.

- What happened? - It's the professor at my workplace.

Even AI would have more humanity than him.

Who is it? Who's bothering my Marie?

He's all about timing down to the minute,

full of biting remarks, cold, and totally prejudiced.

- Why are you laughing when I'm serious? - You can be as biting as him.

I'll wait until you finish.

I got called out on my work. So I'm starting over from scratch.

I don't know when I'll finish, so just go home first.

It's just a part-time job, so take it easy.

It's not because it's part-time, it's because that doctor called me out.

Whoever he is, he picked the wrong person to mess with.

No, I picked the wrong one!

- It sounds like you two are the same. - What are you saying?

Sneakers with a doctor's coat?

Is that a New York thing?

Gosh, why is it going off nonstop?

It's a gift for Marie.

I knew she'd give it to her.

My wife sure loves darn formalities.

What are you doing? Take it.

A gift all of a sudden?

A gift for passing the medical licensing exam.

Hey, it looks so flashy.

- It's heavy too. - Gosh. It's for Marie.

Do you think I don't know that? I was just touching the box.

How generous of you.

Not everyone can be a doctor. Despite everything, Marie...

- Never mind. - Just go on. It's okay.

How could she say it outright...

that because it's Marie, she could become a doctor,

even under a poor grandmother and a trouble-making mother?

How could anyone say that right to our faces, right, Eon Kyung?

Thanks, anyway. I'll make sure to give it to Marie.

Gosh! Isn't this mold?

How can you manage the place so poorly?

Is this even your house? It's your mom's house!

Eventually, I'm the one who's going to inherit it, aren't I?

I'm her only child, after all.

As long as she doesn't sell it away.

But hey, at least open some windows and clean properly!

Geez. I'll get going.

See you, Aunt.

- Gosh, that darn! - Just leave her be.

She's just jealous of Marie.

If Marie is even more successful, she may kick us out of this house!

Unbelievable!

- That's right. - What's right?

I don't know.

Is it there?

You feel braver with me around, right?

Say everything that's on your mind. He's your father, so he'll understand.

I will. You know it's all thanks to you, right?

You've been making me so moved lately.

What is it this time?

Just because. After climbing, I felt lighter.

I also got clear on what I wanted to say to my dad.

Hey.

Are you all right?

- What do you mean? - Is everything okay with your family?

Yes.

I see.

- Have you met Mom recently? - Yesterday too...

Well, I wanted to meet her yesterday, but we couldn't find a time that worked.

Dad, could you always...

let Mom have her way when you see her from now on?

Always?

Please don't argue with her or upset her.

Even if she's being unreasonable, I hope you just let it go.

- Is that what you want me to do? - Yes.

And I don't want to rush my plans to study abroad.

If I need help later, I won't shy away, but I will just ask.

Hearing that actually makes me feel a lot lighter.

I guess it is probably too much to expect...

Mom and you to be like friends, isn't it?

Like friends?

You were only seven when we parted.

Now you're all grown up and giving me advice.

You've grown up so well,

but I bet you resented me a lot growing up, didn't you?

If all I'd felt was resentment toward you, I wouldn't have looked for you.

I made the home so chaotic.

You don't regret coming to see me, do you?

It's not like we can just ignore each other forever.

You're my dad, after all.

- This is Eom Ki Bun. - This is Kang Min Bo.

Yes, I'm listening.

When would be a good time for you?

I'd like to visit you and discuss something with you.

(Marie and Her Three Daddies)

Be honest. You two are dating officially, right?

Since when?

I'm looking for a small room.

I heard there's a room in the house...

- behind the convenience store. - I'm ready to sign the contract.

So, you saw the same room!

I heard Mr. Hong gave you his card.

What are you, a thief?

You'll pay back the money your mom blew through.

Stop here.

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