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IN YOUR RADIANT SEASON

CHARACTERS, EVENTS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND PLACES IN THIS DRAMA ARE FICTITIOUS

ALL CHILD ACTORS AND ANIMALS FILMED IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT

What is it?

Are you okay?

Yes, it was just the lights.

I'm fine.

No, you don't look fine.

I am.

I won't cause you any trouble, especially during the three-month trial.

It was my first time hearing that sound.

It kind of sounded like tiny bits of metal clinking or ice rattling.

Right, the door!

I think it came from outside the lab.

EPISODE 4

But I'm not sure what that sound was

or why I was suddenly reminded of the explosion.

From everything I've heard so far,

it's most likely that it's a second trigger.

A second trigger?

It's nice to meet you.

I'm Song Haran, the lead designer.

It seems that seeing her again acted as a trigger.

She seems to have stimulated something,

allowing you to remember another piece of your past.

Wait. No…

That doesn't make any sense.

I recalled everything seven years ago.

When I first saw her at Jamsugyo, I remembered everything in Boston.

How are you sure it was everything?

Well, because it was only a temporary side effect

from the shock of the accident.

You're saying you remembered everything at that moment?

Yes. And I've never recalled any new sounds or images since then.

Not once.

What if…

Like this…

What if there is still an empty spot in your memories that you're not aware of?

An empty spot?

You seem like a completely different person now.

I can even picture how hard you tried to change yourself.

The harder you try to shake off the past, the more your defense mechanisms kick in.

Your unconscious mind may overwrite painful memories

to keep you from suffering any longer.

It means there's still an empty spot inside you.

If that sound is a part of that empty spot,

is it a signal from the past

telling me it's linked to the explosion seven years ago?

We can't be sure of anything right now, but…

it's certain that

she's the one who has the key to that empty spot inside you.

You don't seem happy to see me.

I mustered up my courage to come and celebrate starting the trial.

That's cold!

Mmm. I always give a water show to people I'm excited to see.

Hey, look who it is!

How have you been, Genius?

- How are you? - It's been such a long time.

What are you doing here so early?

I wanted to have your coffee.

I'm aching from not having any for so long.

Really? Then I should make you some now.

Come on in.

- Let's go, Genius. - Come inside.

If you don't want to suffer again because of your past,

it would be best to keep a distance from her.

To protect yourself,

a lock is safer than a key at the moment.

A lock…

- Sit down, roomie. - Okay.

Here's some coffee for my VVIP.

Thank you.

Huh?

Right. It must have recovered from the transplant shock.

Good thing I repotted it, right?

- Yes. - Right.

It's a good thing you took it out.

Even if I break down again, I'll stay by her side.

Mmm.

She's the one who gave me the life I have now.

I would have died if it hadn't been for her.

Why are you staring at me?

Mmm… Can't I look at you?

Here. Cheers.

Whatever's hiding in that empty spot,

I'm going to deal with it.

As long as she becomes happy, I don't care what happens.

I'll be careful

so my existence doesn't reopen her old wounds…

and I'll do everything I can for her before I leave again.

IN YOUR RADIANT SEASON

Did you check the data?

Yes.

The background team's research was a little lacking.

When did you organize all this?

There was a lot of modernized material, so I researched traditional hanok.

I guess a Korean should have researched traditional hanok.

Okay, I'll send this over to the EA team,

and we can go down to Gyeongju on Tuesday.

Oh. I'll join you a day late.

Ms. Kim said she'll send over the dancheong design draft on Tuesday.

Mmm. Okay.

But how will you get there, then?

- I'll rent a car. - Are you sure?

I'll be absolutely fine.

Hey, stop writing that.

Fine.

- Geez! - We'd like to pay.

BEN IS AN IDIOT

Ms. Song!

What is he doing?

You're done with work, right?

Are you busy, by any chance?

Nice!

Then get in.

- What? Where are we going? - There's a car coming.

I have a special lecture tomorrow, so wrap up the contract with our buyer.

- Yes, ma'am. - Get in. Come on.

Watch your head.

Sorry!

Oh, yeah.

Did you just say, "Oh, yeah"?

Those two.

Keep an eye on them.

Bye, then.

So they weren't lying to me.

We came all the way here for chicken?

This is a must in Korea.

Hangang River, picnic mat, and chicken.

I'm also a tourist from abroad, you know.

Wow!

The Hangang River is so nice.

I have something to give you. Sit down.

There are 0.3, 0.4, 5, 6,

oil-based, water-based, nib tip, and ballpoint pens.

Wait. Are you opening a stationery store?

Who has this many pens?

I have a habit of buying new pens for people who lose their pens.

There should at least be one pen that you like.

But the trial hasn't started yet.

This is like a preview.

A preview of what?

I'll be away for about two weeks starting Wednesday

for a field survey.

I said we'd get close,

but if I left without doing anything, nothing would change.

And I didn't want that.

So…

will you take this, too?

Oh…

SEOUL DESTINATIONS LIST

Why are you giving this to me?

Choose where to go first so we can go together later.

The chicken's here. I'll go get it.

Can you clean that up?

Oh. It's this way. We have to eat chicken here, so hurry!

"That person"?

The night view is beautiful.

Right?

How about going to Jamsugyo on Christmas? It's the best spot

to watch the fireworks.

- I'd love that. - Jamsugyo?

Cheers.

Goodness.

We're really stuck.

I heard they're showing fireworks at 7:00.

We're not moving at all.

How long will it take? I have an important meeting.

If it's urgent, it would be faster to just walk across the bridge.

Mr. Yoon.

The traffic's bad since it's Christmas Eve.

Really?

Then take your time.

All right.

Hey, Kang Hyeokchan. Why aren't you picking up?

Sorry, I fell asleep.

Maybe I have insomnia.

My sleep pattern is messed up, so I'm sleeping at random times.

They said it helps with insomnia.

Try listening to it when you can't sleep. Okay?

Let's go.

- What? Right now? - Yes.

Should we order fried chicken?

- Isn't seasoned chicken better? - Hang on.

No, fried is better.

- Here you go! - What's this?

You won some free chicken.

- We can have this? Wow. - Of course.

It's still warm, so enjoy.

Thank you.

Come on. These are valuable, so don't forget them.

Chicken was too predictable, right?

Let's go with charcoal-grilled meat.

Ben recommended--

All right, fine.

But what's with these?

Ah.

We're going to cross Jamsugyo with these. It's the fastest way.

I'm sorry, but I'd like to just go now.

No way.

Can you not ride a bike?

No, it's not that…

No, it's okay.

It's nothing to be ashamed of.

- I'll return them. - No, I…

I know how to ride a bike, but…

Fine. Let's go, then.

Okay!

All right.

Since it's boring to just ride there, how about a bet?

The last one there buys dinner. Okay?

No, there's no need…

- Let's just-- - Ready, go!

That's cheating.

Oh…

Whoa. Wait…

Hang on! My leg…

Wait, wait!

What is it? What's wrong with your leg?

It's long.

What?

Ah…

Geez.

Wow!

Wow.

Whoa.

Wow, it's beautiful.

Isn't it?

Wow. The Hangang River is nice.

Were you mimicking me?

But that's not how you do it.

Wow!

Hangang River is really nice.

What's the difference?

- It sounds the same. - It's different.

I won, so you're buying.

We haven't even gotten there yet.

Good morning.

Ah!

- Hi, Hadam. - Good morning.

You know Yougyum's coming today, right?

He's coming at 7:00 p.m., so don't be late.

Of course. We've been waiting impatiently for this day.

We'll have you rascals sit down in front of us

while we look him over from head to toe…

Hey! I'm not done talking.

You did go on for quite a bit.

Haran, she can't be serious about getting married, can she?

I don't know. We'll see.

CHEONGSOL BASEBALL TEAM CHA YOUGYUM IS JOINING THE MAJOR LEAGUE

No way. It's Han Sora.

She came to school today?

What? Who are you?

Why do you want my number?

Because I'm interested in you, of course.

I'm not interested in you at all.

And I have a girlfriend.

Yougyum.

Hey, Hadam.

What's going on?

It's nothing.

Ah. Is she your girlfriend?

I'll see you later.

Who is she? Do you know her?

Not at all. It's the last time I'll even speak to her.

Hey, don't you know? It's her.

- Han Sora, the girl group trainee-- - Hadam!

Have a good day. I'll see you later.

- She must really like you. - Be quiet, will you?

Come on!

- She's so pretty, though. - Right?

Shut up, you guys.

She has her eyes set on you. You should date her.

Be quiet. Shut up.

That's the problem with handsome guys.

"Han Sora"?

Hmm?

This is Design Team 1 of Nana Atelier--

Why isn't anyone picking up?

Why are you calling here?

This is urgent. Listen carefully.

It's a womenswear lecture, but I brought menswear materials.

- That's on me. We don't have much time. - Taxi! Taxi! Over here!

I need you here in 30 minutes.

What do I do?

- Hey, my neighbor! - Oh… Do you have some time?

Sure, I'm totally free.

I rented this car, so I'm taking a drive--

That's great! Then…

Then can you…

I have an urgent meeting, but I can't get a cab.

It's a 15-minute drive. Please give me a ride.

Well, I…

But I…

Yeah?

All right.

Do you know you're driving 20 km an hour right now?

You can drive up to 60 here.

I'm sorry, but can't you go a bit faster? I only have 20 minutes left.

Okay.

Watch out!

Hey!

Hey, get out.

Get out of the car.

I almost got hit because of you.

You can't just cut in like that.

I'm sorry. I'll take care of any damages.

Uh…

Okay. I'll pick it up right away.

I'm so sorry.

Ms. Song, look at me.

I'm sorry about that.

But everything's fine.

I took care of everything. It's fine.

Are you okay? Are you sure you're not hurt?

I shouldn't have asked you for a ride.

Nothing happened, and no one's hurt. It's fine.

MS. KIM

I'm sorry, but I don't think I can take you. Uh…

There's a cab over there. You're in a hurry, so go.

I'll take care of everything here, so don't worry.

Getting close to someone is really difficult…

No, it's scary for me.

If no one is special to me,

then at least nothing bad will happen.

Earlier…

I'm sorry about what happened earlier.

No, I'm sorry. I shouldn't have forced you like that.

It was because of your ear, right?

It seemed that way.

A few years ago, Ben got injured because of me.

There was a honk on my left side,

but I couldn't react properly,

like earlier.

Since then, I told myself I would never give anyone a ride,

but…

Today was the first time, so I guess I was anxious.

I'm sorry.

You're scared

of bad things happening,

but I made you go through that.

Your free trial is proving to be effective, though.

Back at the Hangang River, and in the car earlier,

it helped me a lot.

I don't exactly have good memories about Jamsugyo.

I thought I'd only have sad memories about it forever,

but I realized I could smile there.

Perhaps I can overwrite those sad memories, too.

I thought that for the first time.

And I was really scared back in the car, but I recovered quickly thanks to you.

If it were a few days ago, I would have just tried to flee again.

But I won't now.

At least until the trial is over,

I won't enter my cave again.

So don't blame yourself, okay?

I'm relieved.

To be honest,

I was pretty scared.

You just mustered up your courage,

and I was worried you'd run away again.

I said we'd have fun,

but I thought I'd already ruined it.

Keep teaching me.

I'll do my best to learn.

I'll get going now. Bye.

Okay. Bye.

Ah.

I actually don't like…

everything being okay and only having fun.

That's fake friendship.

Being able to tell each other when you're not okay

is real friendship, right?

So let's tell each other in advance if something's wrong

so we won't have to feel guilty like today.

All right.

But you should stop that if you want real friendship.

Stop what?

You don't have to worry so much about my hearing.

What? Me?

- I wasn't worried about that at all. - It's pretty obvious, you know.

Ever since you found out, you've been standing to my right.

I'm usually fine, so you don't have to do that, okay?

Well, it's been a long time since I made a new friend,

so I'm not really sure what I have to do.

You seem mature,

but you're a picky eater.

You love Mr. Park's coffee,

you ride a bike very well,

and you pretend not to be, but you're pretty caring.

What?

This is how you become friends.

Slowly, without forcing anything,

by finding out small things about each other.

I also don't like oysters. They're like snot.

What? Snot?

I just told you more about myself.

Is this not how you do it?

It is. That's right.

Give me your hand. I'll give you a stamp.

Here. A "great job" stamp.

I told you a secret, so next time it's your turn.

It doesn't have to be anything big. Just a small one.

Bye, then.

Bye.

A secret…

Hmm. Hair, check.

Your outfit's nice… and your face is even nicer.

You're perfect.

I'm so nervous.

I wasn't even this nervous at the Comets press conference.

It's okay to be nervous.

Just be yourself.

Wow. Hearing you say that suddenly made me calm.

Then hold my hand.

I'm actually really nervous.

Just trust me. Let's do this.

Okay.

You're finally here.

Let's see who this guy is.

Hello. I'm Cha Yougyum.

It's a green light!

Why did you get here late?

Who did you help?

An elderly woman.

She was standing in the middle of the crosswalk at a red light.

It looked dangerous.

Are you all right, ma'am? Where are you headed?

It seemed like she might have dementia.

Oh…

It's nice to meet you.

Hadam doesn't know, so pretend you never saw me.

Isn't he handsome?

What? Yougyum, are you crying?

Huh?

Oh, I…

I'm just so happy to meet your grandmother.

I couldn't help it.

Why aren't they picking up?

My sisters aren't picking up. We should just…

Why are you sweating?

- Is it hot? - Oh.

I'm not feeling so well.

I'll come back when her sisters are here.

- What? - Will you?

I'll see you again next time.

See you at school.

Yougyum!

What was that, Grandma?

You didn't even look at him and didn't say a word.

He left because you made him uncomfortable.

Hadam.

I'm not feeling well today, either--

Haran and Hayeong didn't even come.

He's really important to me. How can you do this?

Did you think I was joking about getting married?

- Hadam. - I can't believe this!

- Yougyum! - Hadam!

How could he be…

Hayeong!

- Why are you so late? - Well, I…

- There's chalk on your face. - Yougyum!

Hadam!

Did Yougyum leave?

I'm sorry, things were hectic. I didn't notice the time.

I'm really sorry, too.

We have a fitting tomorrow, but the sample--

Right. Sure.

I'm sure you had your reasons.

It's fine.

You're so generous.

You have a big heart…

Or maybe not.

You're not okay, are you?

You're angry, right?

Yes. Very.

I'm holding back my anger, so don't talk to me.

Are you jealous because I'm doing way better than you?

You're so annoying!

Oh, no…

Grandma, why did Yougyum leave so quickly?

Um… He must not be feeling well.

I should go shower. Go upstairs.

What?

Doesn't Grandma seem like she's unwell?

Maybe the lecture was pretty tough.

Are you all right, ma'am? Where are you headed?

I'm not sure.

I can't remember where I was going.

It's okay. We'll cross the street together when it's a green light.

Hadam. I'm sorry.

Tell Yougyum to come back next time, okay?

Yes, Mr. Cha.

Lunch?

I'd love that. I'll head there now.

- Okay. - Ms. Song.

Yes?

Ms. Kim is asking for you.

Me?

Wait. I went there last time, but she'd already gone home.

Why do you keep playing pranks? It doesn't suit you.

I mixed up the date. She wanted to see you today.

You should go see her now.

You mean it?

All right, then.

Yes, Mr. Cha.

I don't think I can go. I'm sorry.

I don't know. She keeps asking for me.

MEN'S HEALTH SEONGWON BRANCH

Just a minute.

Come in.

Ms. Kim.

I heard you asked for me.

Were you dreaming? I didn't ask for you.

- Get out. Don't bother me. - Eh?

What's with Mr. Yeon? Why does he keep lying to me?

I'd like you to talk to yourself outside.

Okay.

I'll excuse myself, then.

Did I ask for her?

I don't think I did.

Sol, the shoulder is 17 inches, right?

- Oh. One moment, please. - Okay.

What's going on? Something's off.

Something's different from usual.

What? What's different?

What?

Right. It's that.

She hasn't pushed the button once today.

You're right!

- Are you okay? - I'm sorry.

Two, four…

Look at the time.

What a surprise.

What? Gyeongju?

The costume team, too?

Yes, it was our director's idea.

He said a better understanding of the background

would help with the costumes.

Right.

We won't be able to capture the details with the script alone.

Then shall we…

Ah.

My schedule's packed,

so you can go as long as it doesn't interfere with other work.

I'm ready to go!

I've been buried in fabric dust. I'll finally get some fresh air!

You're not going on a picnic. Get fresh air on your day off.

You know I'll work hard there.

Picnic, beep.

Business trip, ding ding ding.

I think two nights will be enough for your team. Is that okay?

Then our costume team will head there on Thursday.

All right.

Hey, Yang Changmo!

Hey, Hadam.

Where's Yougyum?

He said he had to go somewhere.

Oh… Wasn't he meeting up with you?

Huh?

How are we going to get through today?

We do it every day.

Yougyum!

Hey.

Go ahead.

Sorry about yesterday.

Let's talk after your practice.

No, I'm sorry. I didn't take care of myself properly.

But sorry, Changmo asked to see me later.

Maybe he needs my advice on something.

Yougyum, what are you doing?

You said you're meeting Changmo.

Did you meet him?

What? Yes, why?

- Is something up? - Huh?

No, I was just calling.

Bye, then.

Oh?

Yougyum…

Yougyum!

I'll see you later.

I wanted to meet you, too.

Are you happy? Enjoying your date?

- Hadam! - How could you meet Han Sora--

Hadam.

- What are you doing here? - I'm here too.

What? You were waiting in front of our school?

You didn't even know his face.

How could we not know him? He was even on the news.

They threatened you, didn't they?

That's why you lied to me, right?

I told him not to tell you because we wanted to apologize.

No, there's no need.

I left early because I wasn't feeling well.

But who's Han Sora? You said something about Han Sora.

I don't know what you're talking about.

Let's eat.

Mmm. This is good.

Hey, Hadam.

- You said you're meeting Changmo. - Huh?

Did you meet him?

What? Yes, why? Is something up?

Huh? No, I was just calling.

Okay.

There's a visitor? Who…

Is it pretty bad?

My mind goes blank from time to time.

I sometimes buy the same book two or three times.

I'm usually fine, but there are days I'm not,

like the day I met you.

Uh… Did you see a doctor?

I got a basic checkup, and they said there were signs.

I scheduled a follow-up exam in a few weeks.

But at my age,

you can sense it.

It's probably right.

I'm not sure what to do.

You should tell your family--

No.

I have to focus on what I can do now.

I don't know how much longer I'll be myself.

I have to take care of things and receive treatment while I can.

I'm sorry to burden you, but please do me a favor.

The fries here are good.

Hadam, try this. You like these, right?

Haran has already lost many loved ones.

I don't want to be a burden to her now.

Hayeong is always so loud and quick to laugh.

But if she finds out about my condition, she won't be able to smile again.

Hadam's in her senior year.

She needs to focus on her studies. I won't be the reason she falls apart.

So please...

For now,

keep this a secret.

I don't have much time.

How badly did they scrape it?

Are you the one who called me about the accident?

I did call you, but there was no accident.

What… Then why would you say there was an accident?

Hang on.

It's you, isn't it?

- I have it all planned out. - Mr. Cha Min?

I'll treat you to something nice.

What was that? What's with him?

The guy in the hotel parking lot who reversed into me.

Who are you--

That's not your business.

Why don't you sort out all the women you've been juggling?

What are you saying? Who are you to order me around?

It would be best to say you got transferred abroad

so no one feels hurt.

If you don't stop acting like a scumbag,

we'll be meeting again.

Hey!

That's what you call being a scumbag.

Do you want the other one broken, too?

Whether you break it or not, just sort out your women problem.

I suggest sending out DMs right now.

Mmm… No, thanks.

I'm not going to.

It's all because I'm popular.

What are you going to do?

Oh…

Wait. Hey. Hey!

My phone.

Hey!

If you don't sort them out,

the next thing you'll lose…

won't be your phone.

Wait.

- Hang on. - Hello.

I want to schedule a car repair.

My phone's in there.

What are you doing?

I'm heading out!

- Whoa. Oh… - I'll drive.

What are you doing here?

We're going to Gyeongju.

I'm going to Gyeongju, but the costume team--

I'm going today, too.

Can you load my luggage?

Oh…

Sure…

Mmm…

Wow. I feel pretty happy.

You're worried about me.

Worried?

Me?

You were worried about me driving after what happened last time.

When did I…

You're right.

It must be your first time driving on a highway in Korea.

Thanks.

But do you usually do field research for animations?

Of course.

You know Arendelle, right?

That was based on a lakeside town called Hallstatt.

And the ice castle was inspired by a hotel built of ice in Quebec.

And Won is Korean,

so we're looking for her background in Korea.

We have to decide where she grew up and how

so we can blend that into the story.

You had the vibe of a local bum, but you seem like a pro now.

A local bum?

Geez.

I didn't want to say this myself, but I'll just say it.

I'm pretty competent.

I get lots of job offers, too.

I meant it's nice

seeing you look so excited talking about work.

Hang on.

Hey, Ben.

Well, we're…

We're almost halfway there.

We're almost halfway there.

Oh. I'm going with Ms. Song.

It just happened.

See you later.

I can smell rain.

Is it a shower?

Mmm.

But I heard it's the smell of organic matter diffusing,

not the rain.

- What was it again? - Petrichor.

Right, petrichor.

You're really good at this stuff.

You said something about hypochlorite at the police station, too.

It seems like you majored in engineering, not art.

Oh? It stopped. What's going on?

Huh?

Is it not working?

No. Didn't they check this car?

I got it checked.

It's not raining much yet, though.

What…

Wait. It's raining too much.

Just pull over to the side.

Pull over?

UNDER CONSTRUCTION NO SHOULDER AHEAD

Huh? "No shoulder ahead"?

Then what do we do?

It's not like we can make a road.

- First… - Check if there are any cars.

Hang on. I'll take care of it.

Oh no. I can't see anything. What do I do?

Wait.

- Hang on. - I can't see anything.

- What are you doing? - This won't work.

Check if there are any cars coming!

I can't see anything.

SOMUNGYEONG REST STOP

- It's a rest stop! - A rest stop?

I can't see the road, though.

I'll keep my eye on the road, so keep driving.

But I can't see.

I'll count to three,

- so turn right when I get to three. - Okay.

All right…

One, two,

three.

SOMUNGYEONG REST STOP

Ah…

Take a breather.

I'll call the rental shop.

Oh…

What? Four to five hours?

The motor's completely out.

We can't fix it here.

I'll take it to a repair shop nearby.

If you want a replacement, we'll send you another car tomorrow.

I'm sorry.

Yes, we probably won't get there until tonight.

Okay, Ben. I'll call you again when we're heading out.

Okay.

Here, wipe yourself up.

It's fine.

You really don't listen.

How are we going to wait here for hours?

There's someone in Mungyeong Saejae I can ask for help.

Seonu Chan!

Wow, that was fast.

You little brat.

You should've told me you came to Korea.

You only called me now?

Sorry.

Oh, my.

- Did you take ginseng? - Yes.

- You look so healthy. - Right?

Oh, dear.

Goodness.

This is Designer Song Haran, who's working with me.

Say hi.

She's my grandmother.

Grandmother?

Hello.

I haven't really made a great first impression.

- Nice to meet you. - Hello.

Let's go.

- Isn't that a waste? - You think so?

But we have to empty it out a few times to get rid of the impurities.

It makes the flavor much smoother this way.

It's the same with people.

We have to empty ourselves out from time to time

to clear our heads and soften our hearts.

The color's nice.

- Try it. - Thank you.

It's hot. Cool it down a bit.

It's okay, it's not hot.

You're right. It's not.

How about some coffee? I brought Mr. Park's coffee beans.

I'll go and…

I'd prefer tea right now.

- It's delicious. - Right?

Wow.

The teapot and this cup…

Everything here is so beautiful.

They were all made by my grandma.

She's a potter.

The building outside is my studio.

Would you care to take a look once you're done?

Oh…

Yes… I'd love to take a look.

Hey, Chaewon.

What do you mean, you're sorry?

What are you doing?

Savoring the only meal I'm having to get my jawline back.

- Oh, my gosh. - Samples are here!

My sweet potato.

I feel like I swallowed a sock.

What is it? Did something piss you off?

You know the guy I was seeing?

He cheated.

The guy who sent the flowers?

That son of a…

I shouldn't swear. With who?

With me. I'm the other woman.

He made a ton of social media accounts and used them to hit on girls.

And I just heard he's giving out wedding invitations.

That jerk! Should I just beat him up?

Never mind. Just forget it and pretend nothing happened.

Why would I just forget about it?

I'm going to crush him.

♪ Happy wedding to you ♪

♪ Happy wedding, dear Cha Min ♪

♪ Happy wedding… ♪

Ms. Song.

Were you pleased with your wedding invitations?

If you found out, just go.

I guess it was you.

I was wondering why some guy was picking a fight.

Was he your boyfriend?

What are you saying?

How would you meet a boyfriend I don't have?

Boom!

He threatened me with his car and threw my phone into a mop bucket.

Geez. I should've broken both his rear-view mirrors.

Tell that jerk to watch his back at night.

Quit the nonsense.

You should watch your back, day and night.

You should sleep with one eye open.

You never know when I'll crush you.

Forget it. Just go.

I'm not done yet.

My nose…

I paid a fortune for this.

- Hey! - What?

You.

You'd better stay out of my sight.

Or I'll kick you somewhere else.

Did you go somewhere?

I had a meeting.

Ah…

But is there something wrong? You seem pretty down.

What? No.

I'm fine.

But why were you riding a cab?

You always drive.

Uh… I had to get it repaired.

Ah. I see.

Head inside. I'm going to go get some coffee.

I was wondering why some guy was picking a fight.

I should've broken both his rear-view mirrors.

"Cha Min." Even his name is nice.

- What do you think, Mr. Yeon? - I'm not so sure.

- But, Mr. Cha… - Ms. Kim wants you in her office.

Are you…

getting it repaired because of your rear-view mirror?

Yes.

But why…

Are you the one who met Cha Min?

Uh…

I have no idea what you're talking about.

Oh. You really have no idea?

Okay, then I'll just go meet him.

Cha Min's number was…

Are you going to say "Ms. Kim is asking for you" again?

Yes, Ms. Kim. I'll be there straightaway.

You didn't even get a call.

And she already got off work.

Yes, I'm on my way.

You're holding your phone upside down!

Gosh, what's with him?

Wait. No way…

It can't be, right?

Wow.

Wow.

Wow, they're so beautiful.

Take some you like.

They're not even yours. Huh?

What's this drawing?

- Did you draw this, too? - Oh…

Would you like to try making something here?

The aprons…

I'm done.

Already?

Oh, no! Wait.

That was close.

Let me take this call.

Sure.

Hello?

It's so pretty.

How about becoming my pupil?

I mean it.

Leave me your address and phone number.

I'll fire it nicely and send it to you.

Thank you.

I guess Mr. Seonu inherited his gift from you.

That drawing was his mother's.

My daughter was an artist too.

Ah. So he took after his mother.

He and my daughter would draw on any piece of paper they could find.

Wait here.

They're pictures he drew whenever he came here as a child.

He was so excited when he talked about work.

I guess he really loved drawing.

If his dad hadn't hated it so much,

he would have enjoyed it much more.

Ah.

His father hated him doing art.

But you said his mother was an artist…

Her dream was to go abroad and study more art.

And Chan's father wanted her to wait until Chan was older.

Look!

Why do we have to keep arguing over this?

Don't you understand?

Why now? Why do you have to go abroad to study?

You know it's been my dream since before we got married.

I want to study properly before it's too late.

Fine. Do it.

You can study here and think about it again when Chan is older.

You're hardly home anyway!

You can stay in your lab all you want. I'll take Chan--

If you must go,

then leave Chan and go by yourself.

She still wanted to go so badly.

So I pushed her to follow her dream

and do what she wanted.

She thought she had to settle down quickly to be with Chan again,

so she pushed herself too hard.

And she got sick.

Soon after she left the country,

she...

Chan!

Oh, no!

I can't believe what happened…

He said he'd never let Chan paint again.

So he sent him to America.

Chan didn't get to do anything he loved,

and he suffered there.

KSU KOREA SCIENCE UNIVERSITY

It would've been painful for Chan's father just to see him paint.

He thinks Chan's mom left to paint...

KOREAN ANIMATORS IN THE GLOBAL SPOTLIGHT

...and died because of it.

Okay, bye.

Back then, my daughter was all I could think about.

But whenever I see Chan, it breaks my heart.

If he had his mother,

at least he wouldn't have been hurt both emotionally and physically.

I've also been trapped

in a long winter all by myself.

Oh?

Where's Ms. Song?

- She's washing her hands. - Oh.

Is it just one-sided at the moment?

What do you mean?

Gosh, Grandma. It's not like that.

Don't be silly.

I can see it clearly.

You have a crush on Ms. Song, don't you?

It's not like that.

She's someone I shouldn't like.

What do you mean, someone you shouldn't…

Hey. Is she married, by any chance?

No, she's not married.

Then why would you say you shouldn't like her?

Ma'am, can I get a towel?

Sure. Hang on.

How could I like her?

That would be selfish.

Visit me again next time. You can come without that chatterbox.

Sure. I'll come without that chatterbox next time.

Don't build your friendship by badmouthing me.

It was so nice to meet you.

- Take care. - Stay healthy, ma'am.

Um… Wait.

What's that?

Pardon me.

This is really moisturizing.

My hands are pretty rough, right?

I'm always touching clay.

Here, use this.

I'll get pretty hands thanks to you.

Let's see…

You know, no matter how warm you dress,

you'll catch a cold if you don't cover your neck.

- I'm okay. - No, come here.

Here.

Just take it. You ruined your scarf because of me.

Hmm? Did she?

Wow, look.

It looks incredible on a beautiful model.

Nice. This is great.

Thank you. I'll use it well.

Grandma.

I'll come back before I go back to the US.

You'd better keep your word.

Chan, please. Hmm?

Don't skip your meals. Okay?

Of course. I eat well.

You too, Grandma.

- Don't worry. - Okay.

Bye!

Drive safely!

Wait. Let's check the windshield wipers one more time.

- Again? - Yes.

- Are we good? - Wait.

Okay. Done. Let's go.

What? Is there something wrong again?

Yes, there is.

Something strange.

What's strange?

Why am I someone you shouldn't like?

What?

Why shouldn't you like me?

You have a crush on Ms. Song, don't you?

It's not like that.

She's someone I shouldn't like.

What do you mean, someone you shouldn't…

Hey. Is she married, by any chance?

No, she's not married.

Then why would you say you shouldn't like her?

Ma'am, can I get a towel?

Sure. Hang on.

I'm sorry, but I overheard.

I really couldn't understand, though.

You weren't saying that you didn't like me.

You said you shouldn't like me. That sounds weird.

It's not like I'm married.

There's nothing between us that would make it wrong.

What did you mean by that?

Oh… I'm not trying to argue or anything. I'm just genuinely curious.

Then is it okay if I like you?

IN YOUR RADIANT SEASON

The person who gave me the pen died.

What else was there apart from the explosion?

Honestly, I am curious.

You're not telling me everything.

The past might not be as nice as you remember.

I'll explain everything if you guess it right.

I feel like telling you everything today.

Odd.

Odd.

IN YOUR RADIANT SEASON

Translated by Juyoung Park