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[Love Me]

[Production supported by] [Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism] [Korea Creative Content Agency]

[Characters, locations, incidents, and groups in this drama are fictitious.]

[Child actors were filmed safely with their guardians present.]

[The scenes with animals were also filmed safely with the advice of experts.]

I hardly ever got time to unwind.

Jun Kyung.

Are you listening?

Oh.

- Yes. - Yes.

Anyway, lately I've felt even lonelier.

You know the kind. The kind work, family, nothing can fix.

Women who say they like me sometimes feel more into my "resume."

Sure, being a lawyer isn't that special now,

but I worked my way here,

and it comes with certain perks.

You're not drinking?

Oh, I am.

Are you uncomfortable?

It's our first time meeting.

But we were going to grab coffee, eat,

and have a drink anyway.

It just feels like a hassle,

and I'm not built for wasting time.

Uh...

Am I talking about myself too much?

I already heard all about you.

What did you hear, exactly?

Thirty-six and a top-tier grad.

A doctor at SEAH Hospital, with parents and a younger brother.

You're 167cm tall.

And your weight is a bit higher than I expected.

You and I are both busy.

Doing a full rundown here is a waste of time.

Sounds like you came prepared.

And it definitely speeds things up.

So how do you know our director?

We go to the same church.

Oh... right.

He said you and I would be a good fit.

Same line of work, same age range.

So that's why I showed up.

You can tell right away, can't you?

You're not feeling it with me, are you?

No.

Same here.

Honestly, I'd prefer someone in their twenties.

But that would make me look pretty shameless.

And it's not like a twenty-something would go for me anyway.

Still...

we made time to come all the way here.

So we should at least give it a real shot.

To see if we're actually compatible.

I already booked it.

Oh.

So you're asking me

to have sex with you.

We literally just met today.

It hasn't even been an hour.

Excuse me?

- Could you please lower your voice? - Yeah, sure.

That way we don't waste time.

And we can figure out fast if we're a match.

Check, please.

Are you uncomfortable?

That was really rude.

Judging someone just by their looks is incredibly disrespectful.

Your looks?

Then what else about this situation is supposed to make any sense?

You said it's been a while since you dated.

I can see why now.

Seems like you've got a bit of an insecurity.

If you had better manners, or if you weren't so dull,

I wouldn't be doing this.

Not that I'd ever sleep with you, though.

Thank you.

So there's no point getting to know each other.

And there's definitely no point in me

covering the whole bill.

Don't worry, this one's on me.

You already wasted time on someone you won't even sleep with.

Why would you waste money too?

You're rude all the way through.

So, there wasn't a second date?

You turned him down?

One look is all you need. Why waste time?

What a shame.

He's tall, he's funny,

and he spends money like a gentleman.

A lawyer like that is too good for us.

No man ever meets Jun Kyung's standards.

Jun Kyung.

Don't ever get married.

Why would you do that these days?

Being single is like being vegan now.

Like spinach.

Not the tastiest, but good for you.

You've got to look after your health.

So you're going to keep acting like that?

Acting like what?

Like you're this proud, elegant singleton all on your own?

That's not an act. It's just true.

- Hello. - Hello.

- Today's main dish is spicy stir-fried pork. - Oh, okay.

It's so good.

Who is she?

The new nurse at the fertility clinic.

She's cute.

If they're young, they're all cute.

True.

Yeah, I guess.

You finally go on a blind date for the first time in forever,

you even buy a whole outfit and new heels,

and then that short, thinning, horny guy basically goes,

"You're older, you're not my type,

but let's at least sleep together and see."

And you're saying it's kinda hard to admit

you got totally humiliated, right?

I bought the clothes and coat because I actually needed them.

Tall, funny, and a gentleman?

He's not even someone you're going to marry,

so there's no need to sugarcoat it.

Just chew like crazy and blow off some steam.

Weren't you always making your mother-in-law sound like a saint?

You used to brag about how unbelievably sweet she was.

[Specialist Bae Su Jin, Specialist Seo Jun Kyung]

Why did he nag me so much about going on a blind date?

Did I mess up with our director or something?

No.

That lawyer probably messed up with him.

[Chief Director Kim Jun Hyung]

You can't even rest on the weekend,

you squeeze out time to meet some random person,

and if they seem "not bad," you force yourself to get closer,

then once you do, everyone starts sticking their nose in,

then it's setting a wedding date, meeting the families,

handing out invites, and then having a kid.

Is that really fun?

Doesn't it just feel exhausting and played out?

Jun Kyung.

Even if it's exhausting and old,

there's a reason everyone still does it, right?

Go.

Love you.

Good work today.

You too.

Thank you so much.

Takes after me.

Suture, please.

Wait.

What's wrong?

What?

Hold on.

Why?

When I'm with you, time flies.

What? If we started, we should finish.

Where are my socks?

Go on, go. Seriously.

Love you.

Sorry. Love you.

I'm heading out. I'll text you.

- You're really leaving? - Yeah.

I'll call you later. Love you.

What's wrong?

I've got a problem.

What problem?

The problem is you're way too sexy.

Are you going to keep trying to seduce me?

You said you were late.

Get over here. You're taking responsibility.

Okay, who's presenting today?

What? Still not here?

I am.

Sorry I'm late.

Hello.

Please review the paper I sent by email.

This is an issue analysis report on the impact

of Spain's arts and culture R&D funding.

So, if you look here...

Excuse me?

You used a translator again, didn't you?

Sorry?

You're a grad student. Why'd you run it through a translator?

Don't do that.

Yes.

Go ahead.

I'll explain the background behind launching the fund.

[Seo Jin Ho]

Chief, you worked really hard.

- Seriously, you've been through a lot. - Thanks for everything.

I'm grateful to every one of you.

I already booked a place for dinner.

You're not going to bail again tonight, are you?

No, you guys go and enjoy it.

It's Hanwoo, Chief.

It's not much, but put it toward the dinner bill.

Come with us.

I'm really sorry to you all, and I truly appreciate you.

Keep up the good work.

Come on, let's shake hands.

Thank you for all your hard work.

- Hey, did you see this? - Oh, yeah.

- Wait, there's no mouse in here. - I'll put it in.

[General Affairs Team, Construction Team, Industry Team]

- Thank you for your hard work. - Don't come out.

Take care.

Thank you for your hard work.

- Keep up the good work. - Thanks for your hard work.

[Handong Administrative Welfare Center]

He never changes, even on his last day.

He even brought a cash envelope just to skip the dinner.

Seriously, what does our Chief live for?

[A Handong-gu for a happier tomorrow] I honestly really like our Chief.

But why quit on purpose?

He only had a few years left.

Such a shame.

I know, right.

Wait.

I should get the mint flavor.

Oh my gosh. Raphael!

Raphael?

Oh, hello.

You never show up at church,

so we run into you here instead.

How's Julia doing?

I still pray for her at every district Mass.

Yes, thank you.

She's gotten a lot better.

Come by our place sometime. She would be so happy.

She must be doing way better.

She almost didn't make it, right?

When it's your time, it's your time.

I've been so worried, though.

I'm sorry. I need to grab some groceries.

- Oh, okay. - Yeah.

It is not our parish. It is another one.

In another parish, there was a sister a lot like Julia.

In the end, she could not carry it. She took her own life.

She would not have gone to Heaven.

I should be going now.

Yes.

How...

Raphael.

I am truly relieved. You seem stronger than we expected.

I am not even sick.

I am doing fine.

You are amazing.

You are handling this so well.

God will watch over you too,

our little lamb, Raphael.

We will pray hard for you.

Yes, thank you.

"You are coming to dinner tonight, right?"

"Chief, it is Hanwoo." That is how they reel me in.

Hanwoo is their bait.

Honestly.

Those kids do not have money either.

I feel bad.

Because of me, you missed dinner even on your last day.

Do not talk nonsense.

Young people hate dinners with old guys.

Earlier today,

I nodded off for a bit,

and a bright blue sea

was right in front of me.

A white yacht

sliced through the waves,

and I was at the bow,

standing there in the wind.

That sounds like an amazing dream.

Amazing?

No. It was a nightmare.

I could never do that.

By the way,

did Jun Kyung call?

She did. She must be busy, but she still remembered.

Call, my foot.

Do you think I do not know her?

Open wide!

It is going in. It is going in!

Don't throw that. No!

Are you not eating?

Hey, where are you going?

- Come here. I am dying. - Open wide.

Good. You are eating well.

Come here.

Go catch her!

Why do you always sulk alone, huh?

Your bones will rot. Cover this up.

Another tiring day.

It starts with caffeine, and ends with alcohol.

This is my favorite time.

When the day is finally done,

while Hyeong Jun puts the kids to bed and sets out the drinks,

I get a little moment

alone, quiet, and kind of lonely,

and it makes my heart race.

Isn't that ridiculous?

I got married so I would not be lonely.

Does Hyeong Jun like it too?

He cannot say a word.

Who told him to have three kids?

He likes it, he really does.

He says he is made for it.

His mom nags me

for making her doctor son cook.

I am my parents' precious daughter too.

Finally, they're asleep.

What are you having today?

Well...

Let us do bokbunja.

Snack is up to the chef.

Bokbunja, and I pick the snack.

Give me a second.

- He looks good. - Of course.

You know how much I love him.

Love?

What's wrong?

Is it too cheesy?

Everyone is so lovesick

that they even eye other people's partners.

How can you be this cold-blooded?

- You're heavy. - Come on.

Love is supposed to be intense and a little cringey.

- Nice, right? - No.

Love is nice.

Enjoy your meal.

Thank you.

[Matna Pork Cutlet]

Welcome.

Isn't the pork cutlet kind of dry?

One order of spicy chewy noodles please.

Go eat that at your place.

Do you know what time it is?

They probably already ate and cleaned up.

Start coming home earlier.

You have nothing to do anyway.

I do not want to go home early.

I feel like I am walking on eggshells for no reason.

Going Dutch?

Pick up the tab sometimes.

I had a company dinner last week.

I did not ask.

We crushed tripe first, then went to a club after.

I do not care.

Your girlfriend performed there.

Did you see her performance?

All the guys at work were completely smitten.

She is sparkling like crazy.

One of the junior marketers is your girlfriend's middle school classmate.

They were chatting back and forth all night.

He said he was going to make a move.

He will not put on anything unless it is designer.

He pretty much treats his job like a hobby.

Hey.

Look at this.

See, proof of trust and loyalty.

That's disgusting.

And that is why you are still single.

By the way, of all days,

were you really not eating at home tonight?

Tonight?

Why?

You did forget today was Dad's last day at the office, right?

Oh, right.

If you live on your own, you should stay on top of this stuff.

I live with them, so I will just see them when I get home.

You are crashing there, not actually living there.

Call him, even if it is late.

And just so you do not forget,

Mom and Dad's anniversary is Sunday.

Why is Dad dragging us to his anniversary?

I told you. He is wrapping it up with his retirement too.

Sunday. Seriously, do not forget.

Here.

What is this?

She likes mint chocolate, right?

Tell your dad thanks for all he has done.

And do not go saying I bought it, okay?

- I am out. - Thank you.

- Bye. - Bye.

Sorry I have not called, I have been swamped.

You have worked hard, Dad.

That scared me!

Hey.

Want to pack lunch

and go to the park tomorrow?

No.

Why not? The weather has been so nice and warm during the day.

Watching people out walking around

just makes me feel lonely.

I have got so much time now.

And there are so many places I want to go with you.

So who told you to quit, then?

I didn't want to waste my time.

Do you not

get tired of me?

Goodness.

How could I?

You are adorable.

You will go to the park with me tomorrow, right?

Next time.

Yeah, next time.

There is no second act, okay?

Any guy who just wants to get you into bed

will pull out all the stops.

Now what about the ones

who say they want to take it slow?

What do you think?

They will "get to know you" first,

then try just as hard to sleep with you.

Bottom line, men are all the same. That is my point.

So I'm saying I'm done dating.

Why burn my feelings on the same kind of guy again and again?

Then why did you go on the blind date?

Well...

Because I have a job.

- Oh, please. - I can play along when I need to.

Okay.

Says the woman who bought new clothes and shoes for it.

She was hoping for something.

Hey, that was...

Just being decent.

- Basic manners. - Oh my.

And if no one can even do that, being alone is easier.

Right, Jun Kyung.

One is the perfect number.

Yeah.

- Stable. - Yes.

No surprises.

Totally predictable, or you do not even have to predict anything.

- But... - Exactly.

It gets boring.

Add one more and it becomes two,

and suddenly it is messy and complicated.

But it is also fun.

Think about it.

You cannot do anything by yourself.

Look, if there are two of you, at least you've got someone to nod along.

Cheers!

See? You can toast.

You can hype each other up and say you did great.

You can say it is okay and be there for each other.

You can fight too.

Right, you can fight.

And then you can make up.

Now add one more and it becomes three,

and someone can pick a side or break it up.

Is that not kind of fun?

Still, not five.

Huh?

Sounds like you need six.

No, no, lucky seven.

Honey, we had bokbunja tonight,

so should we make twins? Come here.

Touch me and you are dead.

Seven? Are you out of your mind?

What are we, Snow White?

Look, Jun Kyung.

Happiness is not as close as you think.

It is way out there, yeah?

So we have to work for it.

Trying to be happy is already kind of sad, is it not?

Does working at it

actually make you happy?

You are home?

Yeah, I am here.

You've eaten yet?

Yeah, I already ate.

How is Mom?

She is asleep.

Maybe the new pain meds did it.

She has been exhausted lately.

I see...

Well...

This is for your retirement.

Congrats?

Should I say congratulations?

Anyway, thanks for all your hard work.

You knew about it?

Huh?

I honestly forgot.

I am sorry.

Hye On bought this too.

Hye On did?

That is so sweet. Good kid.

Your mom will really love this, right?

Freeze it, and we will eat it on Sunday.

Yeah, let's do that.

- I am going to bed. - Yeah, go on in.

Out of all our classmates,

I thought you'd marry first.

Based on what?

You don't remember?

Senior Kyung Min.

That stuffy, zero charm nerd.

You chased him like he was the one.

You even confessed to him.

He turned me down.

You confessed, got rejected,

then fell for someone else right away.

I miss the bold, fearless you

from back then.

We were young.

Darn it.

I'm telling you, stay the night.

Your place is way too crowded.

Hey.

What can you even do alone?

Besides being lonely?

I'm not lonely, though.

Never.

Bye.

Loneliness is my dirty little secret.

No one can ever find out.

If anyone starts to pry,

my defenses snap on.

Some people rush to explain it away.

Some get angry.

Some just run.

People say you should own your loneliness,

not hide it.

But that feels as hard as death.

So we dress up,

do our makeup even louder,

and meet people with smiles that fake warmth.

So our weak spot stays hidden.

It was a piece of every joy and sorrow.

Want a song that fits this book?

That will be 9,000 won.

What?

What's going on?

- Thank you. - Thank you.

Jeez!

Why are you following me?

I am headed the same way.

Well...

I should have hurried past you,

or taken the long way around,

but it is freezing today.

I can still...

It is fine.

- This is not me tailing you, right? - You startled me.

This is not following you.

We are just walking together, right?

I am drinking this with my husband.

Okay...

Do you live here?

Do you live here?

I do not live here.

What is with that bold psycho?

He is entertaining on his own.

How perfect.

Excuse me.

My wife is not feeling well,

so overseas travel is hard.

We want to travel within Korea,

somewhere with minimal walking.

Yes.

If possible, with no walking at all.

Well...

We have a fully accessible option.

How about a resort on Jeju Island?

Oh, Jeju?

You can use all our premium services. How does that sound?

It sounds great,

but it will be expensive, right?

An all-inclusive full package.

What does inclusive mean?

It means...

everything is included.

We do not need

the full package.

The basic plan is enough for us.

The nice part is that we have many options.

Special Gold, Fantastic Silver,

then Beautiful Bronze.

[Jeju Golden Tour, 4 nights, 5 days]

Do you have anything cheaper, maybe?

Like a normal Copper plan,

or a simple Rusty Silver plan.

Take a look. This is the off-season special price.

If we remove a few perks, you can get up to 20 percent off.

But then it is nonrefundable.

Once we book, we will not cancel.

We are definitely going.

This plan fits you perfectly.

Look at this.

- Is the yacht included, too? - Of course.

You can choose a private yacht tour for two.

How much is that one?

That is 260,000 won.

Would you like those flowers?

No. For now, hold that one.

Well...

How much is that one?

That one is 180,000 won.

Well...

Then...

How much is this one?

What do you need it for?

I want to celebrate.

Was it 37 years?

Huh?

What?

The anniversary starts from our photo day,

the day we stamped it official.

Let me see.

It was after Jun Kyung turned one,

so it is our 35th anniversary.

Time feels like it flew by,

and also like it crawled.

Really?

For me, it was only slow.

What should you wear?

Like Jun Kyung said,

I should have gone to a nursing home.

Come on.

Why would you go when I am here?

Honey,

how about this?

I liked how you looked in this.

That outfit is too small on me.

The thing is

I knew it was broken,

and I still left it alone.

You should have called for service.

You think you can get it fixed that day?

The tech has a schedule, and it has to match my day off.

If it is hard to meet a repair tech, how am I supposed to meet anyone?

I get off work soon,

want to come over to my place?

I have something to do.

What is it?

Something really draining.

No.

Honestly, something I am scared of.

If you missed my call, you should've called me back.

I told you I practiced till dawn, then slept.

You slept so long I got worried.

I was asleep, why worry?

You are so pretty

I worry guys will hit on you, even in my sleep.

Oh, come on.

Who are you meeting?

You do not know them.

Middle school friends.

They are coming to see my show at the club, so we will hang out after.

Middle school friends?

- Which ones? - Oh, I am getting a call.

- I'm gonna hang up. - Okay, call me later.

Make sure you call.

I love you.

Bye.

What are you doing here?

Nothing.

You are not just dropping by and leaving, right?

Do not worry about it.

Oh, come on.

This is our parents' house.

You did not seriously wait for me, did you?

Are you crazy? Why would I wait for you?

It is awkward if you come alone.

A kid being awkward with their parents, really?

Worry about yourself.

I am fine.

Yeah, sure you are. You will be great at dating, though.

It has been a while since I asked you for money.

Do I have to listen to that?

Give me a break.

Half your tuition comes out of my account.

Astronomy for undergrad, and your master's is...

Culture something?

It is cultural convergence.

What about your PhD?

Aerospace trade?

I'm at the stage of choosing my path.

You just keep changing yours.

Can you ever stick with one thing?

We finally meet and you have to talk like that.

Was I wrong about anything?

You think you are the best in the universe, right?

People do not go around saying only nice things.

Even if it is wrong.

Sometimes you still have to say it.

Sometimes it is good to hear it too, okay?

On days like this, we should just eat out.

You do not know Mom hates crowds?

Don't set Mom off again.

Okay, okay.

All set.

All good, one more time.

All good.

All good.

Want me to put on your lipstick?

My hands are fine.

What do you think?

It looks great on you, right?

- Honey. - Yeah?

I am sorry.

For what?

For everything.

You are getting better.

Everything will be okay.

By the way,

is something burning?

Oh no, the sauce.

[Jeju travel voucher]

That is all set.

Dad, should I put this here?

Yeah, sure.

- And add the sliced potatoes too. - Yeah.

- Okay. - And the meat too.

Jun Seo, come here a second.

Be careful.

Ouch, it is hot.

I told you to be careful.

Okay.

Yeah, bring the rest in.

Dad, do you need help?

No, I am all done.

Just sit down.

What's wrong?

It is just kind of awkward.

About what?

My clothes?

No.

Mom, is there anything you need these days?

Need what?

Where would I even go?

What about the hospital?

Do you still go?

How is your blood pressure lately?

My mother.

Well, look at you.

You are looking very sexy today.

You definitely take after me.

You really know how to talk.

Is that why everyone loves me?

Even my professor will not stop looking for me.

It is driving me up the wall.

How have you been?

At the hospital?

It's been good.

When you are young, being a doctor feels impressive.

When you get older, it is harder to meet someone on your level.

Mom.

It has been a while, so let us keep it positive.

Why?

It's not like Mom said anything wrong.

Mom, Dad,

happy anniversary.

Congratulations from me too.

You didn't have to get me anything.

Thank you so much.

I'll hire a caregiver for you,

so you can see friends and go hiking.

You have been running yourself ragged. You never even get a break.

How is Dad supposed to do that?

Mom is by herself every day.

Come on.

She sat here alone till I got back.

It wore her down the most.

Now she does not have to, how great is that.

Honey, does this ring a bell?

The day of our first anniversary.

We worked up the nerve and went to a classic old-school restaurant.

We ordered a hamburger steak and tried wine for the first time.

And we cracked up because the wine stained our lips dark.

Honey, you remember that, right?

No, I do not.

Sure, that was ages ago.

It is ancient history.

It has been over thirty years, so of course you forgot.

Honey, how about a toast?

I already took my pain meds twice today.

Oh, right.

You shouldn't drink it. Sorry.

You go ahead.

No, I am not really craving it either.

Honestly, plain water tastes best.

I will have some.

Want some too?

I should have died then.

If I had,

you would not be stuck with water like this.

You would be drinking wine to your heart's content.

Do you always have to bring up dying?

I feel like I age ten years whenever I visit this house.

Why blame the house?

Blame me.

Just say I age you the moment you meet me.

Mom.

Moods spread, you know.

Hey, Jun Kyung.

Okay.

Enough, everyone.

How about we all do a toast together?

It is a happy day.

Why can't you just have a glass of wine

on a day like this?

That is not a consideration.

That is you hurting me.

- Drink it. - Mom.

It is fine.

I can just drink it.

Finish it, all of it.

Mom.

That's enough.

I'll finish it.

All right, time to blow out the candles.

Wait a second.

- Wait a second. - Okay.

Mom, are you aware that outfit is squeezing you?

- Honey. - Yeah?

I feel lightheaded.

I need to lie down.

Yeah, okay.

Dad, I will handle it.

No, sit down. I will do it, stay seated.

Just sit down.

Do I only get to say what Mom wants to hear?

It was just a terrible accident.

And by sheer luck, she did not die.

But because Mom will not even commit to rehab,

how long do we all have to stay miserable like this?

Stop wrecking Mom's day.

She wrecked mine too.

Grow up already.

Please.

Yeah, four people is too much.

Honey.

Let it go, okay?

Jun Kyung is right anyway.

I think

I need to lose some weight.

The doctor told me I should.

Yeah.

Do not overdo it.

Let's take it slow, and do it together.

What's wrong?

What can I do

without you?

How am I supposed

to manage without you?

I am heading out.

Get some rest.

You are leaving now?

Yeah. There is nothing else to do.

If you go like this, Mom will feel awful.

Another time.

Go on in.

It's freezing. Hurry home.

Off you go.

Jun Kyung.

Six months, and this is your first time back.

If your mom and I get 20 more years,

we will share a meal

about 40 times.

We just used one, so that leaves 39.

You got it?

Come by more.

Eat with your mom more often.

Got it?

Okay.

Go on, get going.

I am off.

Go.

Sol, it's me.

Hello?

You are silent.

You must have hit the call button by accident.

Okay?

Hey, that is itchy. Knock it off.

Is that your sweet spot?

Stop already.

Why are your hands so scratchy?

Sol.

- Hey. - That really stings.

- Sol. - Come on.

What are you doing right now?

[Jeju travel voucher]

I am not sure

how you will take this.

Living

with you

was tough sometimes,

but there were so many good days too.

So from now on...

Well...

So from now on,

let us spend

what we have left feeling happy.

Okay?

I love you.

Sleep tight.

Honey.

I will be right back.

Jun Seo, call 119.

Call 119 right now.

Honey.

Honey.

I really believed

there would be a next time.

A next time where I could hand Mom

a huge bouquet without thinking twice.

Honey, please open your eyes.

A next time where we sit side by side on the grass

and split a packed lunch.

A next time

for small greetings like "Good night, Mom."

I thought those simple next times

would still be waiting for us.

[Love Me]