Original subtitles

DEAR X

ALL CHARACTERS, PLACES, AND EVENTS IN THIS WORK ARE FICTITIOUS

CHILD ACTORS WERE FILMED WITH GUARDIANS PRESENT

Your husband...

Sung-hee.

Baek Ah-jin!

Ah-jin!

EPISODE 11: SAVE ME, MY GOD

Don't worry about anything and get some more sleep.

Yesterday afternoon, actress Baek Ah-jin was attacked

by her high school classmate, Ms. Sim, who claimed to be a fan.

Baek was taken to the hospital for treatment.

- While her life is not in danger... - Sim Sung-hee. That bitch.

...she is said to be suffering severe psychological shock.

Bitch!

The assailant, Sim, suffers from schizophrenia

and has been receiving...

Actress Baek Ah-jin was attacked by a female fan the same age as her.

What do you make of this?

It says the assailant was Sim

a former classmate who suffers from schizophrenia.

And as soon as I read that

a case from 2023 that briefly made headlines came to mind.

What case was that?

There was a classmate who used the nickname "Simsim."

She posted an exposé on Ah-jin's past

only to delete it immediately.

Don't you smell something fishy?

- It smells very fishy. - So it's not just me.

Yes, Ah-jin.

Other than the injured area, the doctor says you're doing fine.

As for your movie, I've coordinated things

so you can resume filming once you've healed.

Are you okay with that?

It's not a serious injury.

If I take too much time off, it'll only create unnecessary rumors.

I'll get back to work after a short break.

About the crazy woman who attacked you...

The police requested a psychiatric evaluation

and the diagnosis was schizophrenia.

She'll be kept in a mental hospital, so you won't have to see her again.

That's a relief.

So don't worry about anything now.

Just rest.

I'll take care of everything.

Okay?

Thank you.

I feel a bit more at ease, thanks to you.

Good.

Let's talk again later.

I guess she misses me.

If you undergo laser treatment every three to four weeks

the scar should become barely noticeable over time.

The procedure takes around 15 minutes.

Just relax your body and stay comfortable.

I found Sim Sung-hee.

The classmate who stabbed your broom.

Here.

What happened to the reporter who spread weird rumors on YouTube?

That's the thing. I looked into him.

But ever since that stream, he's vanished without a trace.

Might've even left the country.

What? When did he disappear?

The day he live-streamed on YouTube.

And check this out.

Sim Sung-hee is being held at Haemil Hospital.

You know Do-hyuk's ex-wife?

She was admitted to that same hospital

after their divorce.

Wait a minute.

If I go to this Haemil place, can I meet his ex-wife?

I'm afraid not.

No one's seen her at the hospital for about a year.

So she's missing. Gone without a trace.

Pretty much.

I pulled a few days' worth

of security footage from Haemil Hospital.

I gave it a quick scan, but nothing stood out.

NURSING RECORDS NAME: SIM SUNG-HEE

MOON DO-HYUK, CEO OF SATURN

MOON PULLS OFF ANOTHER MAJOR ACQUISITION

KNOWN FOR HIS AGGRESSIVE M&A STRATEGY ACROSS MULTIPLE SECTORS

HE RECENTLY ACQUIRED HAEMIL HOSPITAL

What the hell is he doing there?

Have you thought about what you want to do next?

Not yet. I'm planning to think things through.

Good. You've got plenty of time.

To be honest, I never liked you writing books.

People say that artists starve for a reason.

You might get lucky and write a bestseller

but there's no guarantee it'll keep selling.

I think the same.

I've been cooped up at home for too long.

Let's finish this and get some fresh air.

Jun-seo.

Help me out here. Which one looks better on me?

I think they both suit you.

Really?

It's exhausting when everything looks good on me.

Having to choose is so tough.

We'll take both of these.

Sure.

I'll ring you up.

- He must be your son. - He is.

You two look so sweet.

Thank you.

I never thought I'd see the day my son spoils me like this.

Are you finally trying to be a good son?

You seem to be in a good mood.

Of course. Why wouldn't I be?

I knew you'd come back eventually.

You were just under her spell.

If not for that, we would've gotten along just fine.

Don't you agree?

Do you honestly believe that?

Of course, I do.

Wait. Aren't you Mr. Yoon Seok-ha, the author?

I'm Han Ji-gyu, a producer.

I've been trying to reach you, but I couldn't get through.

I can't believe I ran into you here.

If you're done shopping, may I have a moment of your time?

It won't take long.

- I'm here with someone right now-- - Son.

I'm fine, so go ahead and talk to him.

He must be desperate if he's doing this

in the middle of a department store.

I'll leave you two alone.

Thank you. I appreciate it.

See you at home.

I'm a big fan of your work, Co-Offender Y.

How did you write something like that at such a young age?

I was very impressed.

Every character in that book has such depth.

But while reading your book

I couldn't help thinking of the rumors about an actress.

- Rumors? - Yes.

Recently, there have been rumors about actress Baek Ah-jin.

You know she was recently attacked by a high school classmate, right?

Hold on. She was attacked?

Oh, I guess you didn't know.

She wasn't seriously injured, but the shoot had to be put on hold.

Anyway, after that attack, rumors about her went viral.

Here.

THE SCARY TRUTH BEHIND TOP STAR B

Your book lines up perfectly with these rumors.

So I wanted to ask whether your book was based on a true story.

If it's actually about Baek Ah-jin

we're considering covering it on our show.

I'm sorry, but that book is purely fiction.

I'm afraid you're wasting your time.

Please wait.

Was Ah-jin really attacked?

Did you just find out?

Is that why you called me?

It's in hundreds of articles already.

Why are you asking me when you're the one who ghosted me?

She's not badly hurt, is she?

Are you worried about her?

If you really want to know, ask me in person.

RUMOR HAS IT THAT TOP STAR B

HAS SHOWN SOCIOPATHIC TENDENCIES SINCE CHILDHOOD

SHE MANIPULATES THOSE AROUND HER TO GET WHAT SHE WANTS

THE SCARY TRUTH BEHIND TOP STAR B

Ma'am?

Do you need something?

I have a bad headache.

If I ask for alcohol, you won't give me any.

So could you make me a cup of tea instead?

I'll prepare it right away.

How many people have died because of her?

She deserved to get stabbed.

Shameless bitch.

Ma'am, are you all right?

Here's your warm herbal tea.

Right. Thank you.

I was just drinking tea.

Ma'am.

Why are all the doors broken?

The kitchen was a mess, too.

Don't you remember?

Remember what?

The doors to the study and the kitchen...

You're the one who did that.

What are you talking about?

Do you really not remember?

You don't remember a single thing you did?

She kept saying she wanted to kill me

so I divorced her.

Eventually, she had a complete breakdown.

Now she's being treated in a psychiatric hospital.

Maybe I treated her too well, above her place.

Ma'am.

Ma'am.

Would you like to go to the hospital with me?

Do I look insane to you?

No, that's not what I meant--

I must have...

I must have drunk too much.

I must have blacked out.

It's nothing serious.

So I don't need to go to the hospital.

Don't worry.

I won't lose my mind.

I told you.

I'm not like her.

I'm different.

So don't mention the hospital ever again.

You can tell Do-hyuk

that I got drunk and made a mistake.

That's what happened.

Understood?

Yes, ma'am.

INCOMING CALL

INCOMING CALL

Ah-jin, are you okay?

I was really worried after reading the articles.

I'm so glad you're back on set and filming again.

Thank you for worrying about me.

I'm so excited for this film.

With everything that's happened, this might be our big break.

See you later!

Lord.

I spent...

every day drowning in my own tears.

I tried to let it all go

to forgive and move on.

Yet he lived on.

And I...

was left to suffer in this agonizing Hell.

Is this

your answer?

Boss.

- What are you doing here? - What do you mean?

You called me.

What do you mean, I called you?

Wait.

You seriously don't remember?

What did I say on the phone?

You were really anxious.

You said everything felt wrong and that you needed help.

You said Do-hyuk was doing something to you

but you didn't know what exactly.

Do-hyuk was doing something to me?

I don't remember saying that.

Ah-jin.

Are you okay?

Everything you're going through... The nightmares, the memory loss...

This is clearly connected to Do-hyuk.

I'm sure of it. This is his doing.

I looked into his ex-wife.

She lost her mind after marrying him

and ended up in a mental hospital after the divorce.

Now, she's missing.

- She's missing? - Yes.

I also looked into Sung-hee.

A few days before she attacked you

she told people she suddenly had a lot of money.

She even bragged that she had met Do-hyuk.

What are you saying?

Sung-hee met Do-hyuk before attacking me?

Do you know which mental hospital she's in?

Haemil Hospital.

Do-hyuk acquired it a few years ago.

You think that's all a coincidence?

But Ah-jin...

Do you think your marriage is a blessing or a curse?

Your husband...

So what if it isn't a coincidence?

What am I supposed to do?

Divorce him?

I can't.

I won't.

Why not? Why won't you?

- You could be in danger-- - Do you know what I did

to get here?

Everything I have, I fought for with everything in me.

If I divorce him, it all comes crashing down.

You want me to go back?

Back to people throwing eggs and pointing fingers?

- Ah-jin. - No.

No. I don't want that.

Why do I always have to suffer?

Why only me?

Why do I have to suffer?

All right. I understand.

I just want to live.

I want to protect everything I've achieved.

I don't want to lose...

any of it.

Okay.

I'll help you.

Look at me.

If divorce isn't an option

we just have to put a leash on him

so he can't mess with you again.

Right?

I let it slide when you broke the study door.

But this time, I need an explanation.

Why did you do it?

You even hurt your hand.

It doesn't look like you drank.

Is something bothering you?

Are you still scared that Sim Sung-hee might come back?

It's not that.

Then...

are you dissatisfied

with our marriage?

That would hurt my feelings.

Because I really like you.

I want you...

to rely on me more.

I already am relying on you.

You don't want me to become a helpless fool

who can't do anything without you, do you?

If I become someone indispensable in your life

I'd be honored.

Anyway, will you be able to shoot tomorrow?

I'm worried.

Maybe I should get you some herbal medicine.

Of course, I can. I'm not badly hurt.

Good.

But I'm still worried, so I'll stop by the set tomorrow.

And I'll drive you home afterward.

Is that okay?

Long time no see.

- You doing all right? - How is Ah-jin?

You're unbelievable.

If you were so worried, why are you showing up now?

She's in danger.

What do you mean, she's in danger?

It's her husband.

Do-hyuk, that bastard, is completely insane.

He's shady in more ways than one.

I think Ah-jin fell into his trap.

Do you have proof for what you just said?

That's the problem.

I don't have any evidence to prove that he's nuts.

Ah-jin called me not long ago, saying something felt off about him.

But she doesn't even remember making that call.

That's why you and I need to help her.

Do you get what I'm saying?

I'm not sure.

It feels like we'd be interfering with her life.

What part of what I just said did you not understand?

Her husband--

You just said you had no proof.

Maybe you're the one getting dragged around by her.

What?

You know how she is.

She's not easily satisfied.

She's living comfortably now, and I don't want to disrupt that.

We don't fucking know how she's living right now!

Jae-oh.

You think she's doing well?

Sure. Her life is fucking perfect.

Then why is she losing weight and having nightmares every night?

She's trembling in fear because she can't remember what she said!

- You need to calm down. - Let go of me.

Fine. I'll handle this alone.

You can stay out of this, asshole.

Fucking jackass.

If divorce isn't an option

we just have to put a leash on him

so he can't mess with you again.

Hi, Ah-jin.

There's been a change in the script. See you soon.

Director.

Why was the script changed?

We just had to change it all of a sudden.

Ah-jin.

Have you been well?

You've really grown.

I missed you.

Ah-jin, are you okay?

Ah-jin?

Is there a problem?

No.

Ready, action.

Cut. Let's go again.

Ready, action.

Cut.

I'm sorry. I'll do that again.

Ready, action.

I need a short break.

Come on.

You weren't the one who killed him.

You can do this.

Yes, you can.

Let's go again. I'm ready now.

Sure, okay.

ACTRESS BAEK AH-JIN

Get ready, guys.

- We're ready. - Ready.

Action.

Ah-jin!

Ah-jin.

Cut!

Cut.

Go and stop her!

Ah-jin!

Check if he's okay.

Su-hoon, are you okay?

Wake up.

Excuse me...

Is he okay?

Su-hoon, are you all right?

ACTOR HWANG SU-HOON CRITICALLY INJURED DURING FILMING

THE CAMERAS STOPPED ROLLING, BUT SHE DIDN'T

BAEK AH-JIN IS CRAZY VS IS BEING IN CHARACTER A CRIME?

MIXED REACTIONS ONLINE

Director, let me ask you one thing.

That rooftop house scene wasn't in the original script.

Why was it suddenly changed?

The investor suddenly threatened to pull their funding

and started making strange demands.

The investor?

Saturn.

The company your husband runs.

Ma'am?

Ma'am.

Mr. Moon just stepped out.

Where did he go?

He went to work out.

You got here earlier than I expected.

Why did you have the script changed?

Right.

I already told you.

I want you to rely on me completely

but you clearly have no intention of doing that.

Turns out

I have to push you this hard

for you to come running to me.

Figures.

I guess leaking those cheap tabloid articles wasn't enough.

So those articles were your doing.

Why are you doing this to me?

I gave you everything you wanted, didn't I?

The least you can do is make me happy in return.

I've always done my best for you.

This is really hurtful.

Take those articles down now.

If I take them down

does that mean you'll behave the way I want you to?

Why should I live my life the way you want?

Because I like you.

Unfortunately, my ex-wife broke too easily

for all the effort I put into her.

But I feel like you will stay by my side

with that pretty face of yours.

You'll keep me entertained, just like you always have.

That's why I took you in when you were so pitiful.

Fuck you.

You son of a bitch.

If you feel wronged...

Right. Think of it as punishment.

"Punishment"?

You said it yourself.

I thought I was being punished.

Why do you think you're being punished?

When my mom begged me to save her

I just stood there and watched.

I thought all of this was punishment for that.

You don't remember?

Is this a dream?

You didn't come to me before.

You acted as if you'd never see me again.

Of course, this is a dream.

When you wake up

you won't remember any of this.

So?

Is it starting to come back to you?

Ah-jin, I have plenty of ways to corner you.

Your past could be exposed at any time.

And when that happens, that fall is going to hurt.

That's the end of my patience.

If you don't want to lose everything I've given you...

If you want to stay right where you are

then I'm sure you know exactly what you have to do.

Ah-jin.

You're a smart girl.

Shit.

This is Moon Do-hyuk.

You know who I am, right?

What is this about? How did you get my number--

My wife isn't doing so well right now

so I'd like you to look after her for me.

I'm a little tired after my workout

so I'm thinking of sleeping at a hotel tonight.

Where is Ah-jin right now?

Just come to the address I'm sending you.

Ah-jin.

You...

Let's get you out of here. You'll catch a cold.

Jun-seo.

Do you know what I realized today?

I realized...

I could still be thrown away.

After all I've done...

After all I've done to climb up here

how can I still be someone who gets thrown away?

How is that even possible?

Ah-jin, you need to calm down.

This is so humiliating!

I'm going to take it.

I'm going to take Do-hyuk's position.

I'm going to get rid of him and take his place.

I can do it.

Right?

Jun-seo, help me. Please?

This is the man who had his ex-wife locked up in a mental hospital.

He tracked down my number and called me to come get you.

You know exactly how dangerous he is.

So what?

- What about it? - You're the one who will break!

You're going to break before he does.

Why don't you see how dangerous he really is?

It's not fair.

Why is he allowed to do whatever he wants, and I'm not?

Why am I always the one who has to suffer?

Why am I the only one who has to fear hitting rock bottom?

Why?

Why?

I can do it.

I've got this.

Right?

I will...

I'll get rid of that jerk.

Why did I...

Ah-jin, what's going on? Are you okay?

Where are you?

Jae-oh.

I can't hold on anymore.

Ah-jin.

Don't worry. I'm going to fix everything.

I'm ready.

Jae-oh.

Why do you do all this for me?

You don't expect anything from me.

And you do whatever I ask you to.

It feels strange.

I don't understand it.

I just like being by your side.

Maybe it's because I don't have much in my life

but you're everything to me.

Every time I help you get what you want...

Every time I make things easier for you...

you have no idea how useful I feel.

So go ahead, Ah-jin.

Use me all you want.

That's what I want.

You've finished your IV drip. Let me take it out for you.

All done, ma'am.

You seem to be doing better today. That's a relief.

Do I?

Why is that a relief, though?

After what happened during the last shoot...

What happened?

I don't really remember.

It's best not to dwell on the unpleasant things.

Forget what happened, and good luck on your last shoot.

Hi, Do-hyuk.

Is today your last shoot?

Yes.

I'm going on a business trip tonight, so I won't have time later.

But I wanted to congratulate you.

Thanks.

Do you feel all right now?

What do you mean?

You were mad at me last night.

I kept thinking about it.

When we were at the swimming pool, you called me

a son of a bitch.

It was pretty intense.

What's wrong?

You must have dreamed that.

When did I go to the swimming pool with you?

You don't remember?

Do-hyuk, are you teasing me?

I would never say something that awful to you.

You were the one who held my hand when I was struggling the most.

Get out.

Get out of the car, asshole!

You didn't get hurt as badly as I'd hoped.

What a shame.

What the hell? Who are you?

You know me, right? Kim Jae-oh.

I'm the guy you tried to burn alive when you set my office on fire.

I almost died that day.

So I'm here to return the favor.

I don't know what you're talking about

but if you value your life, you'd better drop that idea.

No, thanks.

I know everything now.

You're the one with the cross tattoo.

Who was the other one?

Moon Do-hyuk.

The obnoxious psycho.

I'll make both your lives a living hell

until the day I die.

How does that sound?

Fun, right?

See you around.

Yes, go ahead.

Sir, we have a problem.

What problem?

Kim Jae-oh came to see me.

He said he knew everything about the fire and threatened me.

He even warned me that he would repay the favor.

So?

It looks like he'll come after you too.

Should we eliminate him for good?

Some people don't know their place, even when we treat them gently.

They never appreciate how lenient we are.

Take care of Kim Jae-oh however you want.

Just make sure I never hear about him again.

I don't want his name

ruining another meal with my wife.

Get to it, then.

Wait, hold on.

- Come on. - Seriously.

Why do you look so ugly today?

Which lane? I'm going jungle.

- I'm going jungle. - Me too.

The worst player buys ramyeon.

- All right. - Sounds good.

I'm right below Seung-jae.

- I'm safe. - Isn't Yun-ho the worst, though?

- What are you talking about? - He's the worst.

That's right, kid.

Just keep living like you are now.

Eat well, hang out with your friends

get your diploma and get into a good college.

- He's the worst jungler. - Come on.

You don't need me anymore.

No, he's better.

Hey.

We're all set over here.

Okay, thank you.

By the way

you set everything up exactly the way I asked, right?

I told you not to worry.

Why are you always so suspicious?

Don't you trust me?

It's not that.

It's just that this is really important.

Anyway...

Thank you.

Damn it.

Get him!

- Get him! - Get him!

Stop him!

- Get him! - Catch him!

Ready, action.

Open the door.

Why is it always so loud in there?

I'm settling this today

so stop acting like you're not home and open up.

I knew it.

I knew you were home.

Why aren't you answering...

Oh, my gosh!

Please stop. I beg you.

- Grab him. - Come here, you bastard!

I'll help you get to heaven.

DEAR X

Subtitles by Ho-young Yun