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(People, organizations, institutions, religions, and settings are fictitious.)

(Child actors filmed in safe environments. Animal welfare guidelines were followed.)

(For dramatic purposes, this episode contains provocative scenes and settings.)

Seok Su!

Seok Su.

Seok Su.

- Are you okay? - Seok Su.

Seok Su.

How did you know to come here?

- Don't be like that. - Say something.

Seok Su.

What do we do? Seok Su.

Seok Su.

- Seok Su. - Why is Seok Su...

What do we do?

What should we do with the kids?

Wait.

We'll kill them all at once.

Seok Su.

Seok Su.

Let me go.

Ah Hyun.

I'm not going, Uncle.

If you do this, you'll die.

If Mom no longer needs me,

then I'll die anyway. Isn't that right?

Before Mom abandons me,

I'm going to abandon her first.

Uncle, you should stop this too.

Mom...

is not a mother.

Let's go back.

I'm not going.

If you go in there,

you'll regret it.

I might kill you.

Then do it now.

(The Defects Episode 7. D-Day)

Seok Su.

Why aren't you saying anything?

Ah Hyun.

Seok Su.

What's wrong with him?

What's wrong with him?

Seok Su, look at me.

- What do we do? - Ah Hyun.

Seok Su.

I'm okay.

Don't talk!

Seok Su, don't say anything. You're not going to die.

Even so,

it's okay.

We're all together in the end.

Seok Su, don't die.

- Wake up, Seok Su. - I like it.

Seok Su.

My real name.

Seok Su.

You bastards!

Seok Su.

Seok Su.

Seok Su.

Seok Su, no.

Wake up.

Seok Su.

Wake up, Seok Su.

Seok Su.

Seok Su.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry, Seok Su.

Ah Hyun.

Why are you doing this to us?

What do we do now?

Ah Hyun.

Seok Su.

Tae Sik.

Guys.

Ah Hyun.

Tae Sik!

(Patient identity unknown)

Please save me.

I don't want to die.

Please save me, mister.

I don't want to die.

Breaking news just in.

Police have secured CCTV footage...

and identified some suspects...

in the murder case of the pastor couple from the church in Buchon-dong.

Among them is Mr. Yoon, the son of the pastor couple.

They are three in total.

Tae Sik.

Seok Su is being strange.

He's being strange, Tae Sik.

Seok Su.

Someone call an ambulance.

He's not breathing.

What do we do?

What do we do? Please call an ambulance.

Let's go.

Hurry. So Mi, guide the kids.

Ju An, get a hold of yourself. Hurry.

You.

Did you lose them, or let them go?

I was especially fond of her.

She was the most useful among them.

But you shouldn't have.

Did I bring you here to play uncle to them?

(Madam)

Jung Hyun.

Yes.

Next time,

you must kill Ah Hyun.

Cleaning up the useless ones.

That's your job, right?

Do you understand?

(Heart Funeral Home)

Seok Su, wake up.

Seok Su, why are you lying down like this?

Wake up, Seok Su.

We said we'd live happily together.

Why do you have to die?

Don't die.

What do we do?

Tae Sik.

Tae Sik, this isn't right.

Ah Hyun.

Ah Hyun, this isn't right.

What do we do now?

What do we do? Seok Su.

We said we'd live happily together.

Why break the promise we made?

Seok Su, you can't die like this.

Seok Su.

Seok Su, please don't die.

- Seok Su, please. - Open your eyes.

- Seok Su. - Seok Su.

Seok Su, wake up.

- No. - Seok Su.

I'm sorry.

I was too late.

It's my fault.

I couldn't protect him.

I said I'd let him live...

a normal and free life.

But now,

Seok Su is gone.

What do we do, Tae Sik?

What now?

Breaking news.

Assemblyman Kwon Kang Man of the New Gyeore Party has been found dead.

A total of five bodies, including that of Assemblyman Kwon,

were found at the scene.

The suspects are the children involved in the murder of Pastor Yoon and his wife…

Actually,

I heard something a bit troubling.

What is it?

Rumors are spreading in the National Assembly.

That Assemblyman Kwon Kang Man was...

a member of the adoption-for-sale membership.

Seeing how poorly the secrecy was kept,

I'm starting to get nervous too.

I hate when people gossip about private matters.

Maybe I'm too sensitive.

With the pastor couple dead,

and even Kwon Kang Man ending up like that...

Madam.

If you think about it,

this may actually be a good thing.

No one left in this world knows...

about our meeting anymore.

Sister.

I know well...

that you can't open the future without closing the past.

What do you mean?

Back when there were no laws or proper technology,

mistakes were inevitable.

So yes, there were noisy incidents.

But now we have laws, and perfect technology.

There are no more errors.

All we have to do is...

filter out the errors of the past.

Cleanly, without a trace.

You'll be held accountable for those words.

You know that, right?

There won't be any trace left.

None at all.

When will it be perfect?

Soon.

It'll be done soon.

Let's stop now.

I won't let you do anything dangerous anymore.

I can't lose anyone else.

I can't go.

What?

She's the woman who tried to kill us.

And now Seok Su is dead too.

What's next?

More children will be sacrificed.

I can't allow this anymore.

Ah Hyun.

I promised the kids...

that I'd let them go anywhere they want...

and live freely.

I couldn't keep that promise to Seok Su,

but I want the remaining kids to live like that no matter what.

I can't let it end like this.

You're still alive.

Kids, have you been well?

A new child has arrived,

and one is gone.

- Shall we take a look? - Yes.

Don't.

This one was really hard to get.

It must be tough on you.

(D-7)

Who is it?

(Would you like to refund your child?)

A refund?

(Would you like to refund your child?)

This is your last chance.

You're saying I can apply until this weekend?

What kind of compensation is offered?

I'd like a refund in cash.

Is that possible?

Of course.

Since this is the last chance, everyone's applying for a refund.

I'm so sick of kids now I can't even look at them.

Please note that refunds are no longer available after this period.

Don't miss this valuable opportunity.

But still, you grow attached after raising them.

How could they just...

Madam.

People capable of such sentimental thoughts...

do not buy children in the first place.

However,

if they did grow attached while raising them,

and now can't abandon them because of that...

Well,

foolish and inferior people like that...

couldn't possibly be my clients.

I'll take care of it cleanly.

And you know...

your husband's DNA is in my daughter, right?

She's a healthy child.

We'll probably get good results next week.

Yes?

(D-5)

(Would you like to refund your child?)

(Your child is defective.)

(We'll compensate you with a perfect child.)

Yes, ma'am?

What is this? I received a letter.

It says my child is defective. What does that mean?

Yes, ma'am.

You wanted to raise Do Hyun into a baseball player, right?

Yes, that's right.

Unfortunately,

after a comprehensive analysis of Do Hyun's genetic data,

physical development, and athletic performance...

Why would you analyze that?

Ma'am, we see records of treatment...

for a shoulder injury recently.

Is that right?

No. That was just a minor sprain.

It wasn't serious at all.

He's going to Thailand for training soon and...

Just what exactly is so defective about Do Hyun?

Is that it?

I can't see anything.

Let me see.

How's it going there?

Same here.

What's the refund request rate?

It's 96 percent.

What's with the other four percent?

They've given no response yet.

Push them.

Share the non-refund list with me.

Let's wrap this up fast. We need to move to the next stage.

Understood.

It's been less than a week,

so 96 percent isn't bad.

See? I told you.

Too attached to abandon the kid?

What a joke.

Jung Hyun.

When are you going to kill Ah Hyun?

You can't do it?

No, I can.

There's no time.

Yes.

What the...

That woman must die.

Shut up.

Tae Sik.

This is a team member's phone.

Are you hurt?

I'm okay.

(Refund Schedule)

D-Day?

It looks like the refund D-day.

But do refunds ever get initiated by the organization first?

No way.

Refund requests always come from the parents first, never the organization.

All of that costs money too, that's why.

But this isn't a refund request.

It says "Eligible for Refund."

(On Hold)

Lee Do Hyun.

Seo Eun Jo.

They're top-priority refund targets.

Then why are these two still marked as "on hold?"

The parents were offered a refund, but haven't made a decision yet.

Maybe...

some parents are a little different.

Like So Mi's mom.

(Unknown Sender)

(Your child is 98.5 percent defective.)

(Delete All)

People don't usually doubt delivery texts.

So I installed malware in the link.

The moment they click it,

their phone becomes mine.

Look.

Where they are now, where they're going,

who they're texting with,

who their family is,

what's happening to them. I can see everything.

Well, the good news is...

Eun Jo's condition hasn't worsened since the last time.

Thank you, Doctor.

About the treatment I mentioned last time...

Well...

It's a newly developed drug...

and not covered by insurance in Korea.

I know the cost is high,

but it's the best option right now.

And in Eun Jo's case,

the disease is progressing faster than expected.

There's not much time.

Is there really no other way?

Occasionally, institutions or individuals make donations,

but those are assigned in order of need starting with low-income patients.

But how...

How can one injection cost over one million dollars?

Sir.

Still, for Eun Jo's sake,

please think it over one more time.

Today, we have a special mother and child guest.

Baseball fans might recognize him.

He's already been featured in the media...

for his pro-level skills.

This is Lee Do Hyun.

Sadly, we now have to call him a former player.

Due to a serious injury,

he gave up his dream of becoming a pitcher...

and is now seeking a new dream.

Please tell us what happened.

Do Hyun.

Are you okay?

Do Hyun, are you okay?

I told you not to push yourself. Stay still.

Do Hyun.

I told you not to overdo it.

I don't know what to say, ma'am.

You've been through a lot, Coach.

Yes, and so have you, ma'am.

Right now,

more than regret over giving up his dream,

I think Do Hyun feels more guilt and sorrow for his mother.

That's the kind of loving kid he is.

Yes, that's true.

And this is all you have to do as a mother.

Show him enough love so he feels it.

Express it.

And support his new dream.

You love him very much, right?

Yes.

Do you want to say it out loud?

I love you, my son.

Say it.

My son,

I love you.

I sounded so awkward.

- I did too. - I know, right?

You two did great.

Thank you so much for inviting us today, Doctor.

I really feel like we were healed here.

Thank you so much.

Do Hyun, would you step outside for a while? I want to talk to your mom.

Okay.

Wait outside.

Ma'am, it's been tough, hasn't it?

You struggled for a long time trying to have a child.

And you've raised him so wonderfully.

It's not even your own blood,

but you raised him so well. You're amazing.

I know how much you've struggled.

You raised him so well.

But the problem is the genetics.

I ran a few more tests,

and Do Hyun's genes weren't good.

He was never meant to be an athlete.

Doctor, what do you mean...

If I raise my voice here,

everyone outside, including Do Hyun, will hear.

If you don't want that, just listen.

Honestly, isn't it such a waste? All that money and time spent?

And now you want to support his new dream?

That's nonsense.

You invested a large amount of money,

but the child didn't deliver.

Why should you take the loss?

You did your best.

Now go ahead and request a refund.

(Would you like to refund your child?)

(3 days left until final refund deadline)

Yes?

Is there only one left now?

(D-2)

Stay here a moment.

Hello.

Hello.

Please sit down.

How are you here?

You look surprised.

I was asked...

to speak with you, so I came.

Then is the doctor in charge today...

Yes, that's me.

You must be struggling.

It's so hard when a child is sick.

You received the invitation, right, ma'am?

I can only imagine how hard it's been emotionally.

Maybe not as hard as for a sick child.

Eun Jo must be going through a lot too.

What are you talking about?

But ma'am,

why haven't you given her the injection?

If you really wanted to save her,

you should've found a way to get the money and given her the injection.

It's not like you're that poor.

That's the limit.

Love that hesitates at one million dollars.

You should stop now and request the refund.

We'll give you a perfect child until you're satisfied.

A new Eun Jo. If not her, the next Eun Jo.

If not, then the next.

You just keep raising them...

like you always have.

To this woman, people are just products.

Products that are replaceable if they don't like them.

Mom.

Yes?

You hate me, don't you?

What?

Well,

other kids are good at studying...

and do cute things.

But I've never done anything for you, Mom.

What are you saying?

I never do anything cute,

and I only make you suffer.

Tell me if you need to go to the bathroom.

You drank a lot of water earlier.

Sorry.

Mom.

Stop talking nonsense and go to sleep.

Are you okay?

Yes.

Honey.

You got that text too, right?

That invitation.

Why do you care about stuff like that?

No, I just...

Don't mention that ever again.

I deleted that text as soon as I got it.

You delete it too. Right now.

Okay, I will.

(Unknown Sender)

(Your child is defective.)

(Hurry and submit your refund request.)

(Delete All)

(Would you like to refund your child?)

That's the limit.

Love that hesitates at one million dollars.

(D-1)

You're Eun Jo's mother, right?

Yes.

Can we talk inside for a bit?

You considered refunding Eun Jo, didn't you?

Did you really not know...

that this is what happens if Eun Jo is refunded?

I didn't know...

that they'd do something this cruel...

to the children.

If I had known,

how could I do that to Eun Jo?

If it weren't for him,

I'd already be dead.

I met a good adult,

and that's why I'm alive now.

So Eun Jo and the others...

can keep on living too,

please help us.

(D-day)

Are you ready to meet the kids?

Yes.

Good, let's wipe them all out.

Do Hyun, give me your phone.

My phone?

They say it's the rule in the camp. No phones.

Okay. Here.

Thanks.

Listen carefully.

What's more important than revenge is you guys.

Don't get hurt, no matter what.

Don't worry. We can do this.

Ah Hyun, I'm counting on you.

Yes.

Si Woo, you stay safe too.

Okay.

Let's go.

Yes.

Let's go.

(Camping With Mom and Dad)

Dr. Kim Se Hee is really such a kind person.

She even invited us to this event.

Right? It looks really fun, doesn't it?

Yes.

(Camping With Mom and Dad)

(This is our home today, Eun Jo's Family)

(Gi Hwan's Family)

(Do Hyun's Family)

Do Hyun.

Let's go.

Okay.

Are all the kids here?

Except for one.

Mom.

- Mom. - Yes?

Wait for me.

It would've been better if Dad came with us.

But I don't like him.

I'm so happy I came with you, Mom.

Se Hee, what are you going to make for me?

Curry, your favorite.

That sounds delicious.

I'll go get something from the car.

Make the curry while I do that.

Okay.

I'll be right back.

Okay.

Mom.

Mom.

Mom.

I've arrived. Where is everyone?

How did you get here?

Everyone,

thank you for waiting.

We'll now begin the game.

The survival game begins now.

Mom.

Mom.

The rules are simple.

Don't die. Just survive.

If you get shot, you die.

Dad.

- As you run and hide from the guns, - Lift your gun.

- you'll come to realize... - Mom.

- Mom. - that surviving isn't...

easy at all.

Right, and one more rule.

No matter what, you must never call "Mom" or "Dad."

If you do, you die immediately.

Now, let the game begin.

- No. - Ready.

Set. Go.

What are you doing?

Are you insane?

(The Defects, Epilogue)

(Miju Orphanage)

Congratulations. I heard you got another scholarship.

Genius kids are different. Are you born gifted?

So what? Trash blood is still trash.

Don't say that.

It's good blood if it wins scholarships.

Let's go.

We should celebrate...

since she's getting another scholarship.

Let's go.

Move.

- Hurry up. - Keep walking.

Guys, kick her.

Damn it.

She stinks.

How gross.

Enough.

We should still give her a gift.

Let's just end this.

(I love you, Mom.)

(Special thanks to Hwang Seog Jeong for her appearance)

(The Defects)

Now we're all on the same boat.

I'm going to kill...

my own child today too.

We have to find Kim Se Hee.

We must stop this before the refunds begin.

How dare she deceive me and my husband!

She's a total lunatic.

Woo Tae Sik.

Tae Sik!

Uncle, that's enough now.

Director, you can abandon me now.

Get Kim Ah Hyun.

You said all a child needs is love.

Then why didn't you give that to me?

There are mothers like me in this world...

and daughters like you...

who get killed by mothers like me.

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