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You see, I just want my family to be as we have been...

and live a quiet and happy life.

I'm worried that my son will have his heart broken...

and be gossiped about for a long time.

It's...

killing me inside.

I'm really sorry about this.

But please... Please...

break up with my son.

(Episode 14)

Here's what you asked for.

I wonder how long these flowers will last before they wither.

I heard they last for at least five years.

Who gave them to you?

Is there a friend I don't know about who got married?

You're the only friend I have.

Thank you.

No problem.

- Great work. - Thank you.

(Mr. Nam)

Jin Hyuk, are you free tonight?

- Did I startle you? - Yes.

A little.

Don't feel too nervous. I just wanted to have a meal with you.

Here.

How are things with Ms. Cha...

I mean, how are things with Soo Hyun?

What do you mean?

You guys went through a rough patch,

and I was wondering if you guys are still going strong.

Soo Hyun never tells me anything, so I'm asking you instead.

I cherish Ms. Cha very much.

She's someone who taught me what it feels like to love someone.

So I want to take responsibility of my love for her.

Well, there's something...

I've always hesitated on doing ever since a long time ago.

To be honest, I didn't hesitate. I just couldn't do it...

because I was a coward.

But my biggest worry of all...

was that Soo Hyun might end up all alone.

I just couldn't do it because of that.

But now, I'm about to carry out that long-delayed project.

And I feel very happy that you're currently by her side.

Please take good care of Soo Hyun.

I'm asking you to become a strong fence for her.

You can trust me.

I'll always stay by her side...

so that she'll never feel lonely.

(Leather workshop)

(Ian's Leather Workshop)

I don't think I need to put in this much effort.

Can't you see your wrinkles?

I'm sharing only because I'm nice.

You came all the way here on a weekend when it's your day off.

Is it okay if I let my heart flutter?

Gosh, you always overact.

I came because I wanted to ask you something too.

What is it?

Do you not know what was written...

on the note Jin Hyuk's mother passed?

No, it wouldn't be right...

to read something like that.

Why?

I think that's the problem, but she won't say anything.

The problem?

Ms. Cha isn't looking so good these days.

It wasn't this bad even when Taegyeong was harassing her.

I wonder what it is.

Really?

- Secretary Jang. I mean, Mi Jin. - Hey.

What is that?

- Jin Myung. - Yes?

Did anything happen around home lately?

Are your father and mother well?

Yes, they're both...

Actually, Mom's been acting a little strange.

She asked me if it's hard to order groceries online.

I guess she's too lazy to go to the market.

Right. I have to miss work one night...

for a reunion.

It'd be great if Mi Jin could fill in, right?

- Yes. - Why should I?

You can't waste a talent like me.

What's this? You said she's the goddess of waiting tables.

Yes. That's true.

She was practically flying around.

Gosh.

When is it?

Sweet. Thank you.

(Late Kim Jung Pyo)

It's been a while,

Jung Pyo.

I couldn't come here ever since...

I started to campaign to become the mayor.

At first,

I thought that it wasn't a big deal if it was for a big cause.

But a small difference in perspective...

took me off track later on.

I'm even more ashamed to see you now.

I don't think I can visit you for a while.

I'll come back...

after I sort things out.

Are you here?

I didn't know you'd be here.

It's nice to see you here.

- Thank you. - Enjoy.

We should drink today.

Can you drive? Let me have just one drink.

Just call a hired driver.

Have you been coming here alone without telling us, Congressman?

You used to come with us every year on his death anniversary,

then one day, you, mister, just stopped coming.

You need to figure out what to call him.

I feel like there are four of us. Is he Congressman, or Mister?

Just let her be. She can't call me Congressman soon.

What?

What do you mean?

We'll call you something else when you get into the Blue House.

Other people can hear you.

I came here to report to Jung Pyo.

Report what?

Should we have some makgeolli?

I'd love that.

- Please give us one makgeolli. - Okay.

The soup is nice here.

I want to try making a camera case.

- Is it your first time? - Yes.

Then, please come this way...

to choose the leather.

What kind of leather would you like?

What would be nice?

I thought we'd go drink wine when you asked me out to drink.

Look at that, you can eat chicken gizzards.

You look natural here. Have you been to cart bars before?

Cart bars are quite charming.

They sure are.

Chan's Moon Snails during the day, then a cart bar at night.

What a day.

What is it? Just be honest with me.

There's nothing much. Not yet.

"Not yet"?

You're saying it hasn't happened yet,

but something will happen soon?

No, I just...

I'm just concerned about something.

You met Jin Hyuk's mother, didn't you?

- No. - Don't lie. I'm already onto you.

What is it? Did she tell you to break up?

I told you, no.

Then what is it? What's the problem?

I'm not sure if it's okay for me...

to keep seeing him.

To be honest,

I was really worried when I first saw you...

and Jin Hyuk get close.

But watching you from the side, I ended up approving it.

This is the best time for you. Why would you think that way?

I don't think I suit them.

Who? Jin Hyuk?

With his family.

Hey.

That's an illness.

It's a serious illness to be too considerate of others.

It's fine as long as you two like each other.

Who cares about family?

Everything's new for Jin Hyuk.

I've been married before,

and the whole world knows me.

I think there's a limit...

to how much we can dream together.

Jin Hyuk isn't the type to mind such a thing.

I'm the one that's bothered.

This is driving me crazy.

Hey.

It's your first time too.

It's your...

first love too.

I really don't want to break up with him, Mi Jin.

I know.

So don't break up. Just only think of yourselves.

But I can't do it.

I want to ignore it,

but my heart keeps on sinking.

Soo Hyun.

Think of all the years you had to endure until now.

You were able to beat even bigger problems.

There were many times I thought you might die...

or pass out, but you endured them all.

Why do you think like that? Don't think that way.

I'm too worried.

Jin Hyuk made a decision.

He made the decision to be with me...

who has a life where everything works outside of common sense.

But...

his family never signed up for this. It's all my fault.

Yes, I can see where you're coming from.

But nothing happened yet.

Why are you getting scared when nothing happened?

In a life like mine,

things happen all at once like a storm.

There's no time to look back.

That's why I can't just ignore this.

Soo Hyun. This is...

something you should speak to Jin Hyuk about.

You know what he's like.

He'll tell me not to worry,

then suffer on his own.

Whether we move forward or not...

I'm the only one who can decide.

Just keep this in mind.

Jin Hyuk is a better person than me.

All I did was watch from next to you,

but he will hug you, carry you,

and be with you until the end.

There won't be anyone like him.

Hold it like this.

Don't put too much pressure on it and push smoothly.

- Is this okay? - Yes.

- Good. - This is hard.

Do you want to try again?

- Good. - I need more practice.

(Jin Hyuk)

Yes, Jin Hyuk.

We don't go to work today.

No.

But you haven't even called.

I'm going to the countryside today.

Are you going with Mr. Nam?

It's a personal matter.

Gosh.

Come on. You should've called me sooner.

What's a boyfriend for?

I can drive you, and help you with your work.

And we can even enjoy our date.

I can come back in no time. It's not even that far.

Whether it's close or far, we need to do things together.

You're such an independent woman.

I just wanted you to rest.

That's not resting if I can't see my girlfriend.

Soo Hyun.

Sorry. I was on the phone too long.

Do you like this drawing?

I like the colors.

The weather is wonderful.

Shall we go out and walk?

Okay.

Ms. Jang, you're here.

- I'm counting my vacation days. - Vacation days?

Including my summer holiday, there are so many days I can rest.

Our company's employee welfare benefits are incredible.

I can use all of them at once, and don't have to worry.

- That company is amazing. - Right.

Why don't we take 10 days off this year...

and go to the Santiago walking trail?

If you take time off for too long,

will it be bad for the company?

Think about it. I will...

look for the best course we can walk in.

I heard even friends fight a lot when they go there.

It gets tiring as you walk.

That won't happen to us.

I'll carry you if you get tired.

June will be perfect.

There are too many people during the summer and it's too hot. Right?

Hello?

Yes, Ms. Lee.

Yes, I'm with Ms. Cha right now.

Ms. Cha alone?

Okay. I won't forget to tell her.

Ms. Lee wants you to visit alone.

- Why? - She wants to badmouth me.

Although there are so many impressive stories about me,

I've hardly heard anyone talk bad about me. Don't you think?

Anyway, don't go alone.

She knows so much about my shameful past.

You should go next time.

She's a great listener whenever you're worried about something.

But she doesn't actually come up with a solution.

Don't look forward to it.

We should've just ate at home.

Shall I call your dad?

Do you like Dad better than me?

I like both my husband and my son. Don't be silly.

It makes me comfortable when I have chicken with you.

- Why? - I knew it.

You always like eating the dry parts of the chicken.

I don't feel guilty for eating both drumsticks.

Hold on. Is that why everyone likes to eat...

- chicken with me? - Yes. No doubt.

- Mom. - What?

That day...

when Ms. Cha came over to our house...

Yes?

How was it for you?

Oh, well...

I only thought that I needed to properly treat our guest.

You know she's more than just a guest.

Well,

I worry mostly when it comes to you two.

Right, of course you do.

We're too different.

Jin Hyuk,

don't you think it'll be too hard for people...

of two different worlds?

I didn't know...

that I'd end up liking someone this much.

At first, I thought it was just a coincidence,

but over time,

I've realized...

that she's more than someone just passing by.

I'd be happy if you liked her too.

She's a good person.

I feel like she transforms me into someone decent as well.

- Jin Hyuk. - That's...

the kind of person she is.

To be honest,

since you're still young,

I don't want you to settle on one path yet.

It's a big world and you have all the time you need.

There are only...

two women whom I love in this world.

You...

and her.

Are you going to ask me who I love more?

I love you both the same,

just differently, that's all.

I just love you both in different ways.

Yes, that's right. Of course it's different.

I'm your mother, so my love won't change. But hers...

Hers won't change either.

I think the time for that...

has already passed.

Here. Let me.

I like how fast you always are.

I called to talk some smack about Jin Hyuk,

and you came rushing over.

Is he getting on your nerves now?

No, not at all.

How is it?

Do you feel closer to him now that...

you've been to his house?

Yes.

Why the long face then?

Is something wrong?

Ms. Lee.

Yes?

Today,

can I dump my worries on you?

Of course.

I won't speak of what I hear today, so don't worry.

Go ahead and tell me.

I won't even tell Jin Hyuk.

I've been laughing more...

ever since I met him.

I've never been this happy before in my life.

Jin Hyuk is someone who brings out those emotions.

Jin Hyuk's mom came to see me.

That must've caught you off guard.

No.

I knew it was coming.

Who I was worried most about...

were his parents anyway.

One day, Jin Hyuk said that...

we should enter a pre-relationship stage.

Hearing that will make anyone's heart flutter.

At that time though, at that moment,

worries swept over me.

"Will it be okay?"

"Will his parents..."

"be fond of me?"

I don't know why that came to my mind first.

Instead of the hotel...

or other worries that suffocate me,

I thought about whether or not his parents...

would like me.

I guess that's what I feared the most.

If I end up disrupting the normal life and happiness...

of Jin Hyuk's family, that'll be wrong of me.

Should I still insist though?

Should I apologize and beg for their understanding?

Don't you think I can do that?

I...

already know...

how exhausting and uncomfortable it is...

to live a life in the public eye.

No one knows it better than I do.

That's why...

I know...

I should end this.

(Donghwa Hotel CEO Jung Woo Suk)

Today, Cha Jong Hyun of Moonhwa Party...

announced his merge with Hancheon Party.

Cha Jong Hyun announced his support...

for Hancheon Party's Lee Cheong Wook...

which means he won't be entering the presidential election.

Mr. Lee is now the front-runner for the upcoming election.

("Cha Jong Hyun Gives up on Running for Presidency...")

("and Declares His Support for Congressman Lee")

All you have to do is take care of the hotel.

(Current Status of Donghwa Hotel's Shares)

(CEO, Jung Woo Suk)

Can I assume you'll clean things up the way I want?

If you plan on doing something differently from what I expect,

then I won't go easy on you even if you're my son.

I can't believe you stabbed me in the back.

Cha Jong Hyun, how dare you...

abandon Taegyeong...

before I could even abandon you?

I will not...

go easy on you for this.

Are you crazy?

What do you think you're doing?

You must've been startled.

I'm sorry I couldn't tell you beforehand.

I know you didn't tell me on purpose.

That's because I knew you'd react like this.

How could you do this?

How could you do this to me?

Do you not care at all about my dream?

I worked all my life to achieve my dream.

How could you just neglect it like this?

Do you... Do you know...

what kind of things I had to go through...

just so I could get this far? Why did you do this? Why?

Honey.

I'm grateful for all the effort you put in until now.

But now, let's just let go of everything...

and start dreaming of something new.

No, there's no other dream. Everything is...

- over now. - Honey.

You need to wrap things up for me.

What are you talking about?

Will you please get to your senses?

This is just the beginning.

I need you to help me with something.

Just let her be. She can't call me Congressman soon.

I came here to report to Jung Pyo.

Won't Taegyeong start pressuring our hotel even more now?

There's going to be war.

They no longer have to look out for each other.

In a way, isn't it a good thing?

Ms. Cha no longer has to worry about Congressman Cha's reputation.

There's something...

I've always hesitated on doing ever since a long time ago.

But my biggest worry of all was that Soo Hyun...

might end up all alone.

I feel very happy that you're currently by her side.

Am I wrong?

Just stay quiet.

Dad, why are you doing this?

You worked so hard until now.

Soo Hyun.

Yes?

It's only the beginning.

They say, "Power can't last for over 10 years."

But I don't think it means there's an expiration date to politics.

I think it actually means we should do something meaningful...

during that time.

I'm talking about doing things that must be done...

even when no one thinks of doing them.

Isn't that what you would call good politics?

I feel so relieved as though a heavy burden...

just got lifted off my chest.

So don't worry.

What's wrong with my daughter's face?

I was able to muster up my courage...

thanks to you, Soo Hyun.

Thank you.

Taegyeong's going to start giving you an even harder time,

but I hope you bear with it.

Things will slowly wrap up in the end.

Don't worry about me.

I'm not even scared anymore.

Gosh, you're becoming more awesome every day.

I'm proud of you.

Okay.

Gosh, I'll have to answer this one.

He won't stop calling.

Hello? Okay, sure.

- Hey. - What's going on?

Let's go have some rice wine.

You may be free right now, but it's working hours for me.

Then just get fired.

Gosh, how could you say that? What did Soo Hyun say?

What did she say?

I told you that I'll drive.

Mr. Nam was really drunk when he called me.

And he told me to drive you home.

It's okay. I'll drop you off in front of your house.

You can rest comfortably.

Soo Hyun.

Were you startled?

Yes, I was.

I was startled by how brave my dad was.

I'm sure it would've been a hard decision to make.

He probably spent a lot of time pondering all by himself.

But my biggest worry of all...

was that Soo Hyun might end up all alone.

I just couldn't do it because of that.

Do you know...

what you need to do at times like this?

You need to become happier than ever.

Your dad cares so much about you.

And the hotel employees all support you.

On top of that, I'll protect you...

no matter what happens.

So all you need to do is stay happy.

Okay.

That doesn't seem right. That was a very vague smile.

Hey, Secretary Jang.

Ms. Cha, I forgot to tell you something.

I sent the Overseas Business Report to your personal email address...

instead of sending it to your work address.

- Thank you. - Mi Jin!

One serving of moon snails!

Bye, Ms. Cha.

Secretary Jang is at Dae Chan's restaurant.

This is great. Let's go to his restaurant.

Well, I'm a little tired today...

Come on. You'll only feel gloomy if you go home alone like this.

Let's go next time.

Then make a choice.

You can either spend time with me or go eat some moon snails.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

- Jin Myung. - Yes?

It's your older brother, isn't it?

He can't hide his good-looks.

Your family must be well-off now.

Our family was always well-off.

I'm the only one that needs to do well.

Hey, what's there to worry about?

Why don't you just ask your brother to help you start a business?

My brother's just an employee. He's not the CEO.

Hey, now that he seduced the CEO, he's practically the CEO himself.

Right?

He didn't seduce her. They already knew each other in Cuba.

I guess your dad won't be selling fruit anymore.

Let's be honest. Your dad's store is really old.

Hey, just ask her if she could help you start a supermarket.

Why are you guys all talking about my brother?

- Cheers. - Cheers.

I heard you got back together with your girlfriend. I'm happy for you.

If I was as good-looking as Jin Hyuk,

I'd seduce a rich woman myself.

Then it'd be like winning the jackpot.

Gosh, I'm so jealous.

Stop it. You're making Jin Myung feel uncomfortable.

What? I'm jealous of him.

Gosh, I wish I also had an older brother like Jin Hyuk.

Hey, did you see her in person?

Is she head over heels for your brother?

Jin Hyuk looks really nice,

but he kind of looks sexy as well.

- Hey, stop. - Stop it.

Stop talking mindlessly just because it's not your business.

Hey, what's so wrong about saying I'm jealous?

Look at you punching me thinking that your brother can cover for you.

Hey, try punching me again.

- Hey. - Stop it.

You jerk.

- Hey, stop it! - Guys, stop.

- Gosh. - Stop.

Hey, Jin Myung.

What? Hey.

Where are you right now? Okay, I'll be right there.

- What's wrong? - Don't accept any more customers.

Anyway, I'll be right back. I'm sorry.

Did something happen to Jin Myung?

- Did they fight? - They came here together.

Hello, officers. May I ask where Kim Jin Myung is?

Dae Chan.

What are you doing here?

Where are Jin Myung and Dae Chan?

Well...

Dae Chan, what happened?

Yes.

I spoke to Dae Chan on the phone earlier,

and I think Jin Myung's friends spoke of Jin Hyuk rudely.

Soo Hyun, I'm sorry. I'll call you later.

I think Jin Myung's friends spoke of Jin Hyuk rudely.

However, this is what my neighbors think.

They're saying that his relationship with you...

is what got him the job.

You...

and my son are from two different worlds.

I'm worried that my son will have his heart broken...

and be gossiped about for a long time.

Don't be afraid.

The closer I get to you,

the more your life seems to shake.

It makes me hesitate.

What you experienced in the past is not important to me.

That's because Cha Soo Hyun is the one person I love.

I just want to be with you every day.

Will you make it possible?

Does it hurt?

I didn't get hit that much.

I'm sorry.

I was trying hard not to make trouble after the army.

You did well.

Don't compliment me when I got into a fight.

It'd be wrong to just let others talk bad about your family.

You did well.

That jerk needed a beating.

He was always teasing me since we were in school.

I didn't do it for you, so don't get it wrong.

- You're sounding mature. - No way.

I'm still getting into fights.

You should make up with him later on.

- He's an old friend of yours. - Who cares?

Just don't get other ideas.

You'll make up with him, right?

You better if you don't want me to get other ideas.

I'll think about it.

By the way, how much was it?

I saved up a little from my part time job.

It's been taken care of.

Let's keep this between us.

Mom and Dad will worry.

You're really not going to get mad at me?

- Jin Myung. - Yes?

- I'm sorry. - Why?

I told you I didn't do it for you.

- Watch how you address me. - I don't care.

My jaw hurts from talking.

My face will get swollen tomorrow, right?

Let me see.

What is this? He ruined your cute face.

- What is this? - I'll kiss it better.

What are you doing?

This is why I don't treat you like a big brother.

Be careful, Jin Myung.

Let's go.

I'll protect you...

no matter what happens. So all you need to do is stay happy.

Okay.

That doesn't seem right. That was a very vague smile.

Jin Hyuk, how's Jin Myung?

He had a small quarrel while having drinks with friends.

You know, one of those common arguments between guys.

It was really nothing,

so please don't worry.

I shouldn't have asked you to come near my place.

I only made you worry.

I called because I figured you might keep on worrying.

I feel better after getting your call.

That's why you should just go get some sleep.

Work tomorrow instead. Okay?

I'll do that.

Sleep tight.

(Benefits to having a wedding at Donghwa Hotel)

How far along are we with the wedding package?

We already released it online,

and as for magazines, it'll be in the next issue.

Okay.

These pictures are great.

We had good models.

I think the angles are nice.

The bride could've been better. She's way too tall.

A smaller bride like me would be more lovely.

Has it been some time since you looked at a mirror?

Do you know what "lovely" means?

It means I'm loveable. It screams "Eun Jin".

I see. I guess you don't look at one.

Ms. Cha.

I'm not sure if it's right to tell you this or not.

What's the matter?

Jang Soo Ah has called.

You know, Mr. Jung's fake girlfriend.

She wants to meet with you.

I've been wanting to meet with you.

But I couldn't muster up the courage.

I don't think there's a particular reason we should meet.

You're right. Today...

I came to give you this drawing as a gift.

You were at the art gallery last time, right?

You were gazing at my drawing for a long time.

The drawing was impressive.

I didn't know it was yours.

My name is Jang Soo Ah.

Why are you giving me that?

I'm going to New York soon.

I wanted to apologize before I left.

Your relationship with Mr. Jung is all in the past.

- There's no reason to apologize. - It was nothing.

There was nothing between me and Mr. Jung,

and nothing happened.

That is not important to me. Don't mind.

He said all I had to do was eat a meal with him.

Or go watch a concert.

He said that would be enough.

I was able to graduate college,

and even opened up a small academy thanks to him.

What...

What do you mean?

I'm...

telling you that I am fake.

Everything was just an act.

There was even a confidentiality agreement,

but I guess I've breached it.

I wanted to apologize.

No matter how much I think about it, it's nothing to be proud of.

It all started as an act,

but as time passed, I started to see a glimmer of hope.

What if...

But I was just lost in my own fantasy.

There was not a single time when Mr. Jung...

looked at me with warm eyes.

I was jealous.

I envied you.

All the time.

I know my studying art...

might be unacceptable to you,

but I wanted to give you this drawing as an apology.

Bye, then.

I'm surprised. I didn't expect you to visit my office.

- I heard everything. - What?

Jang Soo Ah came to see me.

Why did you do it?

I...

thought I was being smart.

In order to give you some space.

It must've been tough for you.

It's nothing compared to what you went through at my home.

Still, Woo Suk,

I'm very grateful for what you did,

but it broke my heart.

Soo Hyun,

that was the best I could do.

I know.

I know it was you trying to care for me in your own way.

But still...

But people ridiculed me...

and gossiped about me when we broke up.

I know there are several ways to part ways...

but you have to consider other's feelings when you do.

I guess...

I was wrong again.

I didn't know it was wrong when I brought you into Taegyeong.

I thought I could make you happy.

If I sent you away like that,

I thought it would make you happy.

I was wrong again.

I'm not saying it's your fault.

You must've gone through a lot too.

There was no one to talk to, and no one knew how you felt.

I feel glad you know now at least.

You can let it all go now. Stop worrying about me.

Woo Suk, you taught me a lot.

I now know how to part ways.

It fits perfectly.

(Jin Hyuk)

Jin Hyuk.

Let's go to the bookstore tomorrow and read books.

That sounds good. I wanted to go too.

Really?

I thought you'd refuse.

Let's go to a famous restaurant in Mangwon-dong too.

Let's stand in line and wait.

What is this? I'm too excited to get any sleep tonight.

I'll search for a famous restaurant in Mangwon-dong then.

See you tomorrow.

A famous restaurant...

That looks delicious.

That croissant looks tasty too.

Secretary Jang will throw a fit again.

We'll get our pictures taken again.

If we can't avoid it, I hope I look pretty in the pictures.

You're becoming a cooler person day by day.

When I saw the pictures of us,

I always looked discouraged and stiff.

Today, I hope I look more excited in our pictures.

I'm proud of you. I'll give you this as a treat.

Try this too.

Isn't it good?

I haven't been at a book store in ages.

It's the place you love.

Well, it's even better to be accompanied by you.

That's right.

See?

Isn't it adorable?

- It's so small. - It's the size of your face.

My eyes, maybe.

Isn't this the book?

Yes, it is.

I'll buy it for you, so try it.

Is it good?

Found it.

Read this.

We just reached the Metasequoia-lined Road.

You're right. I should read it from the top.

Don't these lines feel like they're directed at us?

(Who is this girlfriend from the poem?)

"Who is this girlfriend from the poem?"

"Someone kind."

"How did you two meet?"

(You must've loved her dearly.)

"You must've loved her dearly."

"That's right."

"I did."

"I even wanted to take her to the ends of the world."

Soo Hyun,

I wonder where your world ends.

Wherever it is though, I'm certain that...

I'll be there with you.

Jin Hyuk,

I am now...

going to...

part ways with you.