Original subtitles

(Song Joong Ki)

(Chun Woo Hee)

(Lee Joo Myung)

(Seo Ji Hun)

(My Youth)

(Episode 1)

Hello.

Yes, hello.

Oh, I'm almost there. Yes.

- Hello. - Hi there.

Oh, ma'am. How much are the lisianthus today?

- Oh, are these the lisianthus? - Yes.

- Seven dollars? - Yes.

- Hey there. - Oh, you made it.

Perfect.

Oh, that's mine.

Yes, thank you.

Thank you. Have a good one.

Thank you, ma'am. Thanks again.

And the Best Actor Award goes to...

Sunwoo Hae for his role in "Ihwa, Wolbaek!"

At just 11 years old, he's our youngest winner ever!

Sir, please have a seat here.

Yes, this is Sunwoo Hae.

Who's calling?

Are you by any chance Sunwoo Hae, the former child actor?

Oh, no. Hold on a second.

Sir, please, just hear me out.

Here, let me try.

Hello, this is the director, Jin So Ra...

He hung up?

He said no without even hearing the pitch.

He's not picking up.

Let's find him.

This time, let's at least get our foot in the door.

Here are the revisions for the show. Please review them.

Yes, Assistant Director.

How can you send us revised pages two hours before the shoot?

Are we the only ones getting these late again?

Takeout salad order is ready.

Okay, see you on set.

Okay!

Thank you.

- Hi. - Hi.

Thanks.

I see in the revised pages he's wearing white again.

A man who keeps wearing white...

in front of a woman traumatized by white.

Is this a romance or a thriller? A thriller, right?

He'll be like this until the final shoot. What can you do?

They say a leopard can't change its spots.

Hey, don't smudge it.

Thanks.

He's such a jerk.

Yes, I'm by the traffic light. Where are you?

Yes, I'm almost at the intersection.

Where's the pickup?

Hey, I see you!

Okay.

I'll just cross the street here and hop in.

Yes. Hey.

I got it!

Okay.

- Oh my gosh! - Are you okay?

Hey, that car... It's just driving off!

- Are you okay? - Oh my gosh.

- What do we do? - The booze...

- Here. - My booze...

- Let's go to the hospital. - The hospital?

Gosh, that totally sobered me up.

I said you should go to the hospital first!

You okay?

Wait here.

- Great work today. - Great work.

Great work, everyone.

- Tae Rin. - Yes?

Go on ahead to the car.

I'll finish up, then we can go.

- All right. - Okay.

Excuse me, Manager Yang?

Do you have a second?

Hey! Are you nuts?

You crazy punk! Who do you think you are?!

- Get out while I'm being nice. - What?

What... You jerk. You just wait!

You'll stop being nice, and then what?

What'll you do, you punk?

Excuse me, but I'd appreciate it if you'd obey the traffic laws.

Who is this disrespectful punk?

What? Hey, did you just dodge that?

Oh, you punk. Okay, fine.

Don't dodge again, you punk. You got it?

This darn punk.

Hey, you jerk!

Darn it!

Excuse me, sir.

Do you want to come with me to the police station...

or are you going to go apologise?

I was hoping you'd do both, actually.

Let it go? What are you talking about?

That's exactly why you're always getting taken advantage of.

That's liquor we can't even replace.

This is Seok Joo's car. Should you drive it like this?

Does Seok Joo even know about this?

That's what you're worried about?

Anyway...

Open the shop a little early today.

We have to make up for the lost liquor.

You penny-pincher.

Be honest. You did it for the money, right?

Oh, come on now.

How could you suggest such a...

blatantly obvious thing?

The wardrobe team said they prepared a black outfit, as the script said.

You have to stick to the script.

But the writer changed it to a white outfit.

This is the best sequence in the entire episode,

and if we nail it, it'll make the main characters pop.

All because your actor had to look nice,

this will ruin everything.

Gosh, to hear you talk,

you'd think Mo Tae Rin was the main character.

But she's just a package-deal actor.

Hey, for a month, that outfit was black,

and now, all of a sudden, it's white today.

And it's a scene with direct continuity.

How can his clothes be white mid-scene?

I'm not the only one bothered by this.

Is the writer insane?

- Hey! - What?

He said he wanted curry,

so I have to go buy it. Do you have to do this now?

Don't change the subject.

Is this a conversation about curry?

Hang on a second.

Oh, is the curry ready?

Yes, I'm on my way.

Hey, Je Yeon.

The assistant director, script supervisor, and floor director...

have all been tormenting me.

But what can I do? He's refusing to budge.

I'm at my wit's end here.

And I'm the one getting all the heat.

What am I supposed to do?

You could at least pretend to try and convince him.

Anyway, I'm leaving.

That curry...

One little bump of the elbow... That should do the trick.

Oh, no, forget it.

- I'm leaving. - Go.

Bye.

Bump.

Spill curry on the shirt.

Spill it.

Head!

Waist!

Head! Waist!

Curry!

Head!

On the shirt! The curry!

On the shirt! The curry!

Spill it! Get it everywhere!

On your clothes! Curry!

Spill it! Get it everywhere! On your clothes!

I love curry

Curry.

Gosh, this is so good.

Gosh, curry

Hey!

- Yes? - I'm wearing white!

Oh, sorry. I just...

Be careful.

Gosh.

Gosh, this shirt...

This is the only white shirt. This...

I'm going to head out now.

See you, Sung Je Yeon.

Aren't you two leaving?

Nam Jun ho put on his original outfit...

because his costume isn't ready.

He spilled curry on his shirt.

What's this?

Je Yeon, my meeting is running late again today.

Looks like I can't make it. Sorry.

Finally off work!

Don't you ever sleep?

It's 3am.

Gosh, you waited up for me all this time?

You know Producer Yu Je Il's show?

Even a guest spot would be amazing. Can't you work something out?

I heard the CEO brought it up today, too.

I was going to get a head start on it.

Je Il is busy trying to find some novelist right now.

You should probably read up on that author, just in case.

The way he keeps bringing him up, he must be a huge fan.

What's the novelist's name?

Jin Mu Yeong.

Oh, I read his books in college.

It was so refreshing, it totally blew my mind.

Okay, got it.

So...

About your pilot...

Is there really no spot for Tae Rin?

You...

Do you pull this every quarter?

What, you think I owe you?

Do you know what it's like not to find who you need?

Who are you so desperate to find this time?

I can help.

If we're going with Mo Tae Rin...

the only option is the scrapped show, pairing her with Sunwoo Hae.

That project...

You're still hung up on that?

Je Yeon.

How about you do the legwork and find Sunwoo Hae for me?

If you do, I'll set up a meeting with Je Il for you.

Really?

You promise?

Buying flowers for someone?

I don't know why getting dumped at my age...

has me grinding my teeth like this.

What?

I see.

One day, I cried my eyes out.

The next day, I cursed him.

And in the end,

I just missed him, I think.

You still remember that?

Just forget about it, will you?

I had just turned 20, and it was my 1st time drinking.

Seeing you cry?

It was quite a spectacle.

But why bring up Sunwoo Hae now?

Right.

It's about that project that was scrapped last year.

Is it back on the table?

No, not yet.

I don't know for sure yet.

Someone posted this on my feed a while back.

The more I look, the more sure I am.

It feels weird to just show up, though.

I said some harsh things to him in high school.

He was just trying to make it, and I treated him like dirt.

Just pretend you're not you.

Go in a disguise.

How about a fake moustache?

That's ridiculous.

No, what if I just go check the shop and come back?

So Ra can handle the casting offer.

Let's just say you go over there.

And it's really him.

You think he'll agree?

If I were him, I wouldn't.

And not just because of your history.

You know what I mean.

He'd probably be reluctant.

Given everything that happened.

But wait, you treated him like dirt?

So, if he says no this time, it'll be your fault.

Me?

Don't you act like you know me again!

Ever!

I wonder if they're open.

(Start of Spring)

Excuse me.

Welcome.

I guess I should probably buy a plant.

I see.

If you want to buy one,

then I guess you should buy one.

Right?

Come on in.

What? He has no idea who I am.

Well...

So, you're looking for a houseplant?

Well...

I guess so? The kind that's...

easy to take care of.

You know, the kind that basically takes care of itself.

I see.

Sung Je Yeon.

So, am I still...

supposed to act like I don't know you?

Well...

What?

Is that a yes or a no?

It's good to see you.

How have you been?

Well...

You know Mo Tae Rin, right?

I'm her manager. We're here about a casting offer.

Never heard of her.

How can you not know our Tae Rin?

Sir.

You two were a huge sensation as the National Siblings.

And you even went to the same high school.

Oh, I see.

Don't tell me you're using the "classmates" excuse...

to try and get me on some show.

There's a director looking for you for a project about your old sitcom.

They want to feature both you and Mo Tae Rin...

to evoke nostalgia for that era, while showing your current lives.

If you appear on the show, it'll be good exposure for the store.

A National Sibling reunion. It'd be so touching.

People will be curious to see how Sunwoo Hae turned out.

They'll want to see you.

I can imagine why you're reluctant.

But it's a solid idea. Please look it over.

And what reason do you think that is?

So how much does it pay to appear on the show?

The admission fee.

I'm curious what price you've put on me.

That expression is...

Look, we're not going to...

lock you in a cage and start filming.

For a past so brief,

I won't go on the show and be in Mo Tae Rin's debt.

You want me to sell memories to strangers?

To put my unexciting life on display?

Right, well, I can see how it might've come off that way.

But isn't that a bit of a stretch?

You seem pretty offended.

As much as I'd love to say yes to the show,

let's just say I'm too busy making a living.

Hey, by any chance...

Is this because I treated you like dirt in high school?

If I hurt your feelings, I'm sorry.

I'll apologise.

You...

treated me like I was dirt?

I can't believe this guy.

Come on, just help me out this one time.

What are old classmates for, anyway?

Will this planter work?

Please say yes.

Is that a no?

How are you getting around?

We use a car.

I won't charge you for it.

Since you came all this way for nothing.

Don't get so chummy with me.

Were you curious to see too?

How I turned out?

I understand your refusal perfectly.

Goodbye.

Darn, I should've pretended I knew him to get the upper hand.

- Yes? - He threw me off my game.

Hey, can you hear me? Who are you talking to?

No, now that I think about it,

I really don't think I was...

that harsh to him back in the day.

What's this all of a sudden?

I'm so exhausted.

I just met with Sunwoo Hae.

- What? - He said no. He won't do the show.

Hey!

You went behind my back...

No, I wanted to meet him...

Where did you meet him?

Giving out info on someone who said no...

I'm not comfortable doing that.

Sung Je Yeon.

Are you messing with me?

- He seemed pretty adamant... - Where are you, Sung Je Yeon?

Why are you yelling at me?

Because of you, I'm the one who's completely humiliated here!

I'm not yelling because I'm mad. I'm just so upset, okay?

("The Unknown Sanitation Worker")

Ma'am, you haven't even had dinner.

It's fine. I have dinner plans.

You're back?

How was your meeting?

A book? Reviewing the source material? Is it any good?

Jin Mu Yeong?

I heard Producer Yoo Je Il is dead set on finding him.

He's telling the whole world.

Yes, that's right.

I thought I should read up on it to have something to talk about.

But the name sounds familiar. I don't even read novels.

How hard can it be to find one novelist?

Yes, this is Kim Pil Du speaking.

I checked with the publisher,

and it seems he's hired a proxy and is intentionally laying low.

What?

Oh, my gosh. You gave me a heart attack.

Oh, my gosh, I'm so sorry.

Director, here. The heart's on the left.

Wait, I...

I'm leaving for the day. There's something I need to check.

I'll be going now. Sorry.

(Handle with Caution)

(To Sunwoo Hae, Sung Je Yeon)

("Waegeum" by Jin Mu Yeong)

(To Sung Je Yeon, Sunwoo Hae)

Oh, that's it!

Darn it.

What's this?

It's a wish bracelet.

I bought it for you.

But why do you still have that?

One freebie.

Cactus.

The problem with coincidence is that it's always sudden.

Why doesn't real life come with a trailer?

Did you see the message board?

Everyone's going wild asking who that listener was who read.

Saying how amazing my junior's voice is.

"Just one little pebble fell out,"

"but everything came pouring out."

"In his name, too much rain fell."

"Perhaps he was born under a cold star."

"He hoped all my days would be sunny."

"The smiling face that said his life had been nothing but rain..."

"is something I can't quite recall."

"The reason I borrowed his name to create a garden..."

"was to tell him..."

"that rain only falls to bring clear skies."

"That was the message I wanted to send."

"That's when I realised."

Gosh, what a voice.

"Today's Voice."

It's a segment where we invite a listener to read from a book.

"Today's Voice?"

"That I had forgotten I'd forgotten all about him."

I think that's him.

Yes.

Oh, yes, I just got another call.

Okay, I'll see you in a bit. Yes.

Yes, hello?

Hi, I'm in the lobby, and I can't get past security.

Okay, and where are you from?

I told you, the lobby.

No, I mean, who sent you?

Flowers from Ms. Bang Han Na.

Oh, okay. I'll be right down.

Hey.

The director sent flowers for your radio debut.

I'll go get them.

- I'll head inside first, then. - Okay. Over there.

"If..."

"you were to exist in another world,"

"I hope you'll understand my deepest wish."

"That where you are..."

"is forever clear and bright."

"That was my small hope and faith."

This has been "A Beautiful Morning."

and "Today's Voice."

We'll be back for Part Four after some music.

Our guest will be actress Mo Tae Rin.

Hey.

Tae Rin, why are you crying?

Are you nervous about your radio debut?

Why did that suddenly come to mind?

I'm not sure.

It's okay, all right?

Great job, everyone.

- Hey. - Yes?

I'm heading home.

How annoying.

This is seriously ticking me off.

Get lost.

Call me again next time if a listener flakes on you.

If you buy me a drink.

Hello.

Hello.

I'll get going now.

- Good work. - Goodbye.

Were you crying?

Yes.

I wonder why you cried.

Why are you smiling?

Because you're pretty?

Oh, I get it now.

This time, you were funny.

Don't you...

recognise me?

Who doesn't know Mo Tae Rin?

Yes, this is Kim Seok Joo.

See? It is Kim Seok Joo.

So do you know me or not?

Hello.

I got a call to come down.

You can just give that to me.

Is this a coincidence?

Why are you talking to me so casually?

Are you pretending you don't know me again?

Because I turned down your offer?

That's not it at all.

Why the smile?

Because I'm happy to see you.

I'll take your picture with the flowers.

A picture? Why?

It's proof of delivery for Bang Han Na.

All right, here I go.

Do you still have feelings for him?

Are you out of your mind?

Oh, I think we need a retake.

No.

I'll let her know that I got them.

Please delete the picture with him in it.

Thank you.

So what's the deal with you two?

You're here delivering flowers?

What else? To make my debut?

If you had another chance to debut, would you do it?

Have you two kept in touch since graduation?

Or...

did she study abroad like you?

She couldn't. Her family went broke.

Should I send you a flower basket when you make your debut?

Then buy the flowers from my shop.

What? Where are you going?

Off to your debut?

You got this! Go for it!

The cactus.

The cactus?

What about the cactus?

The one I gave you.

You killed it already?

Oh, and here I was thinking...

you'd finally decided to join the show.

Is that all you wanted?

Well...

You got my number earlier, right? Give me a call.

And why would I do that?

For any number of reasons.

Like if something happens to the cactus,

or if you get hungry.

What?

So that's what you were up to.

What is this?

Water in a paper cup.

Just give it this much water once a month.

Just use your words. It's faster.

Doodling at your age...

To stall for time.

What are you trying to pull?

Hoo.

'Hoo?"

"Hoo?"

Hoo!

"Hoo?"

I see.

To get better?

You still do that?

- Thank you. - Don't mention it.

- Je Yeon. - Yes?

Someone smiled at me earlier.

I wonder why. Was I looking especially pretty today?

Hey!

Yes?

Who wouldn't smile at you? Unless they had a screw loose.

Wait a second.

Have you been crying?

Your eyes are red.

It's nothing.

I just got a little misty-eyed thinking about the past.

What were you thinking about?

Well...

About wanting to die.

What?

Oh, I'm kidding.

- Got a lot on your mind? - No, I don't.

That settles it. We're hiking tomorrow.

- I don't want to. - You're coming.

- I don't want to! - We're going, Mo Tae Rin.

Je Yeon, my meeting's running late. I don't think I can make it today.

That's perfectly fine, Assistant Director.

Just let me know when you're free again.

Hello, Producer Yu.

I'm Mo Tae Rin's manager.

I see.

We actually went to the same university.

Seoul National University, Business.

I was in political science, actually.

A manager from SNU. Well, that's a first.

I heard you're a fan of Jin Mu Yeong's novels.

We went to the same school, so I was pleased.

We went to the same high school, you see.

I see.

Are you close? You still keep in touch?

Yes, you could say that.

As it happens,

things are that way.

Could you set up a meeting?

After all, it's better than a total stranger.

There's a special bond between alumni.

Exactly. Of course.

A special bond...

Do we have one?

Am I fond of him?

Why the smile?

Because I'm happy to see you.

It seems...

that way.

If you're done, get out of here.

How long are you going to space out?

I'm just going to be shameless.

And use this to my advantage, Director.

Lights out.

I need a better performance record so I can get a raise...

He actually turned them off.

- I'm actually feeling up for it. - Feeling good, are you?

Are you sure you'll be okay?

Get some fresh air.

Feels great, doesn't it?

Taerin, look over here.

Gosh, it's hot.

Thanks.

I'm so glad we came out.

I know, right?

So what's this about Jin Mu Yeong?

He's our ticket to a meeting with Producer Yu Je Il.

So now it's Yu Je Il.

So you failed to land Sunwoo Hae?

Look, I've summarized all of his novels for you,

so make sure you're familiar.

Then bring them up naturally at the meeting. Okay?

You need to have some common ground for conversation.

Right, as if Producer Yu would ever cast me.

All the A-listers are lining up to work with him.

For his shows, even a one-off role is a huge deal.

A weekly spot would be better.

You're just setting yourself up for disappointment.

Let's just head down and get something good to eat.

All right.

Gosh, that looks delicious.

Some makgeolli...

Think we can order some?

But makgeolli is just a bunch of carbs.

And it's so sweet and delicious, isn't it?

Go ahead, order it.

I'll pass.

I'll skip the dip and make lettuce wraps.

And I'll stick to the lean meat.

Tae Rin.

You don't want to do variety shows, do you?

It's just...

I'm not confident about showing my true self.

I'm not even funny.

You are funny. Don't worry.

There's nothing like those shows for boosting your public profile.

But I don't want to force you to do something you hate.

You sound just like my mom.

Always making me do what I hate for my own good.

I don't remember having a daughter like you.

So harsh, Mom.

So, all that's left now is...

to get Jin Mu Yeong in front of Producer Yu.

Jin Mu Yeong, was it?

What if you just cry in front of him?

When I was a kid, crying got me anything I wanted.

Are you really going to give me such a flippant answer?

But...

Do you think it'll work even if I'm 34?

Oh, they'll give in,

just not in the way you think.

Is there really no way?

The person you have reached is unavailable.

Why isn't he picking up?

(Sunwoo Hae)

Gosh! You startled me.

What? Why are you here?

I guess you're too low-level to be told about unofficial changes.

What were you again? A grunt?

Team Leader.

Since when do you just waltz in?

As of today.

The economy's rough, so I'm moonlighting.

Very funny.

You're not inheriting this company, are you?

Like, this isn't some kind of management training, is it?

Why don't you ever think I might be here to debut?

That's funny. Are you a comedian?

Hello, ma'am.

Why is Seok Joo here?

I thought it was time he started learning the ropes.

If my son becomes your boss, will you resign?

Don't go anywhere, ma'am.

Oh, and what about Producer Yu?

Did you pull strings with your SNU connection?

Well, technically, I dropped out.

But I did pull strings.

That's why you went to SNU.

Get home safe.

So, can I hope for a regular spot on a variety show?

Especially if it's Yu Je Il.

I'll work hard to make it happen.

Yes, Producer.

Hello, this is Yu Je Il.

Have you set a date yet?

It's just that my daughter has to study for exams next week.

Oh, so your daughter's a fan too?

So your daughter's a fan.

Right, I see.

I'll set a date and let you know.

What if he doesn't take private calls?

I'm seriously going to hunt you down if you don't pick up.

(Start of Spring)

Gosh, why does he keep putting these on backwards?

- Hey. - Hey.

They'd like to add some flowers inside.

Oh, hello.

You can discuss it with him.

- Good luck with that. - Okay.

So you want fresh flowers for the cafe?

- Yes. - I see.

If you're set on having flowers, have you considered preserved ones?

They have the look and feel of real flowers.

"Preserved?" What's that?

Well, they're...

Here comes the sales pitch again.

He's unbelievable...

- One moment, I'll show you. - Okay.

Usually, people go with hydrangeas...

or roses.

See? They look just like real...

- One moment, sorry. - Sure.

Just one second.

Yes, hello?

Finally, you answer.

Where are you?

(Taxi)

You tell me to call you, but then you don't pick up.

That's not really fair, is it?

Why?

Is there a problem with the cactus?

Seeing as you're empty-handed, I guess it's not about that.

Are you hungry, then?

What kind of person do you take me for?

The kind who only appears for a favour?

(To Sung Je Yeon, Sunwoo Hae)

What?

"Jin Mu Yeong."

How could I have forgotten all about this?

You've kept that all this time?

I paid for it. I couldn't just throw it away.

The bookstore I bought this at closed down.

It's gone? That bookstore?

And this book's publisher supposedly went bankrupt.

Oh, they did?

And it's out of print, so they're not making any more.

Right, no more.

So what's your point?

A novel like that...

still has...

a fan. A high school student, of all people.

Isn't that just so impressive and heartwarming?

Just this once.

Would you meet her?

A high school student?

Do I have to get on my knees and beg?

Yes.

Go ahead. Give it a shot.

It's just an expression.

It's not for a TV appearance. She's just a fan.

Is that too much to ask?

Fine, whatever. I'll meet her.

Just like that?

What, you want me to play hard to get?

No, easy is great.

You're working so hard.

Here, let me help you.

So we just need to move this?

It's pretty heavy, though.

I'm stronger than I look. I'm serious.

Besides, you hurt your hand.

All right, fine.

- On three. - Got it.

Okay. One, two!

Why are you grabbing me?

What are you talking about?

No, I mean...

We were supposed to lift on 3. What should I do if you lift on 2?

Well...

I was just startled, that's all.

But I'm asking why you lifted on two.

I'll do it myself.

By the way, why are your ears so red?

Do you have a fever?

Don't.

What? I didn't do anything.

- I think you're making it worse. - Stop it.

Let me.

Go take a break over there.

What a mess.

Tell me about it.

So, now,

are we done pretending we're strangers?

You're really something else.

You just say whatever pops into your head.

So brutally honest.

As I recall, you were the same way.

Oh, this is nice.

You know,

I just wanted to live a quiet, orderly life.

I did.

Like that.

Enough with the chitchat.

Let's finish cleaning.

Oh, yes, Director.

Yes, I'm on my way. Yes.

I have to get back to the office now.

Hold on.

Pick up when I call you, okay?

Bye.

Right.

Just in case you try to back out,

I brought a little bribe.

Wear these so you don't get hurt.

Gosh.

These are the ugliest gloves I've ever seen.

It's the thought that counts.

Just deal with it.

I'm off.

She left without even cleaning up.

Here is the food.

- Thank you. - Enjoy.

Why are you so glued to your phone?

Social media? I thought Nu Ri handled that.

She does.

I'm waiting for a call.

I'll get chewed out if I miss it.

They must have a nasty temper.

You could say that.

Well, you kind of ask for it.

So just keep your phone on you.

Okay.

Oh, I'm meeting one of Jin Mu Yeong's fans soon.

I see... What?

Don't I get a say in this?

I'm your agent, remember?

Don't worry. I'll be the one meeting her.

Then why turn down all the paying gigs?

Shush.

I had a feeling you'd call.

Let's meet at the cafe on Saturday at 2pm.

I'll send you a map with the location.

You're up?

Here, have some juice.

Why are you working at home?

Are you obsessed with money?

Hey, Nu Ri.

Do people your age even read books?

Books?

Not really. Why?

Apparently, I have a fan.

And I think she's around your age.

It's just surprising.

I'd almost forgotten myself.

Did I actually write a book?

Didn't you write a novel for me when I was a kid?

But wasn't the story a bit too hard for a preschooler?

Well, it's better than just dumbing it down...

and writing some childish story. That's way worse.

If you wrote it for me, it should be at my level.

Please. You fell asleep every time I read it.

Whatever, just forget it.

What is it?

They say if this breaks on its own, your wish is supposed to come true.

What's the wish that hasn't come true?

For you to do as I say.

Then I guess this is never going to break.

It won't. It's never breaking.

Never ever.

Hey, go hang up that laundry.

Yes, Producer.

Oh, yes, that's fine.

Right. Okay.

Yes, take your time. See you then.

- Oh, you're here. - Yes.

What's with the flower?

Oh, for the fan?

It's for you.

You used to like this flower.

I did?

- Do you want to drink something? - Sure.

Oh, our guests are running a little late.

They're stuck in traffic.

Guests? As in, plural?

Yes, a variety show producer and his daughter are coming.

It'll be a good connection for you to have.

Actually,

it'll be a huge advantage for you in many ways.

He's experienced,

but as for you being Sunwoo Hae...

I doubt he'll recognise you.

It's pretty.

A fan who wants to meet me.

I can't believe I fell for that.

What?

Hey.

Hey, where are you going?

Hey.

You can't just leave.

If this is the subject, I see no reason to stay.

Wait, are you thinking I made up the fan thing entirely?

Your fan is a minor. She's in high school.

Is it odd to bring her guardian?

But to you, the key seems to be that her guardian is a producer.

I won't deny that.

That's what this was from the start.

I wanted this to be personal, and this is the payback I get.

Is anything ever purely personal between alumni who meet as adults?

It's a mix of both. What payback?

After I objected to being used for someone's nostalgia,

I tried to use you for my own.

I made it perfectly clear I wanted you here as a writer.

So what's the problem?

The problem?

You're right. What could be the problem?

To you, am I...

just another feather in your cap?

What, were we supposed to have a happy reunion and catch up?

It's not like we were ever so close, were we?

In that case,

do you even believe me?

Well, if it isn't my junior.

- Hello, Producer. - Welcome.

It's an occupational habit.

You weren't secretly pleased?

You're here.

Oh, no, what do I do?

Which one of you is...

Hello, I'm Jin Mu Yeong. It's a pleasure.

Yes, I'm Yu Je Il.

You look so distinguished. So that's why you've been hiding?

I'm applying to the creative writing department.

My teacher says I have a knack for it,

and that I should really pursue it in college.

Do you use a pen name?

May I ask what your real name is?

Dad!

Stop being so nosy.

If you have a chance,

would you mind looking at my writing?

He's a busy man. Why are you bothering him with that?

If you think my opinion would be helpful...

I'm not sure how helpful I'll be, but...

It already is helpful!

Oh, my goodness.

Oh, but how did you end up becoming a novelist?

I was just trying to make money, you know.

I think that's pretty much why I started.

So it wasn't for some grand, noble reason.

Gosh, Dad. Seriously.

I think that's a really refreshing reason.

I want to earn a living from my writing, too.

I'll enter some contests.

He was also...

famous for winning an award at every major contest he entered.

Oh, right. You first published in high school.

What was that like back then?

Back then,

he definitely had a certain aura.

So everyone found her a little hard to approach.

That's how it was, right?

You...

had no idea, did you?

I had no idea.

But doesn't he look just like the Sunwoo Hae from back then?

You get that a lot, don't you?

To say he looks like him...

He's lacking in the looks department, don't you think?

Me?

Who on earth is Sunwoo Hae?

Stop showing your age.

What's with you? Why are you so mad at me?

Drop the act. What's wrong with you?

I'm deeply in your debt today.

You handle Mo Tae Rin, right? Let's set up a meeting.

Thank you.

Thank you. Goodbye.

It was nice seeing you.

Take care.

That producer asking for a meeting right to your face...

and you taking him up on it. Unbelievable.

What was I supposed to do, turn him down?

If I get hung up on that, when will I get work done?

Fine.

It must've been tough, pretending you were happy to see me.

That's a harsh way to put it.

Because it seems you've never once been happy to run into me again.

Let me ask you something.

If that high schooler's guardian wasn't a producer,

would you still have set us up because she's my fan?

What's your point?

I was just curious.

About what you're like.

It's just...

For people who shine as brightly as you do,

I was curious about the dreams you have.

So, what kind of person did you expect me to be?

Thanks for sticking around today.

I don't know about you, but in any case, I owe you one.

And I appreciate your time.

I wish you all the best.

Okay.

You too.

Oh, right. She asked me to delete this.

No wonder she wanted it deleted.

This is the best shot you could get?

(Move to Trash)

Hey, can you run to the store and get some green onions?

Get some fresh air while you're at it.

Green onions? What for?

It's just I can't stand seeing you moping around like this.

We're not busy right now, so it's fine. Go on.

Go on and get some air.

- Are we out? - Yes.

So, what kind of person did you expect me to be?

What?

Seriously, what?

What are you doing here?

Well...

I feel like there was something...

I didn't get to finish saying earlier.

I mean, it's just that...

That flower from earlier...

I cut the stems at an angle, so all you have to do is add water.

I figured if you don't have a vase, you'd have a plastic bottle.

Then you can recycle it.

And change the water once a day. Okay?

Is that what you came all this way to say?

Yes.

Well, that and other things.

I mean...

Sunwoo Hae?

You might as well hang a sign giving the wrong idea.

Wrong idea about what?

Being seen with a guy is the perfect way to start rumours.

Having my life exposed here is the last thing I...

Hey.

- What happened to your shirt? - What?

You're incredibly strong.

Well...

I told you I was strong.

Why would you wear a shirt that's this flimsy?

Will it dissolve in the rain?

I've had this for ten years.

How frugal.

I guess you could say that.

How did you know where I work?

Wasn't this an invitation for me to come find you?

No, it wasn't.

I see.

Why are you here?

And in an apron, no less.

I was in a rush.

Is this look too scandalous for you?

I wouldn't go that far.

So now...

if we feel like it,

we can see each other whenever, right?

Guess not.

What was that about?

Just...

saying I was happy to see you.

Bye.

Hey!

If you're that happy, at least buy me a meal.

And drinks.

It's not like we're 19 anymore.

(To Sung Je Yeon, Sunwoo Hae)