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CURTAIN CALL

EPISODE 10

How about it?

You ready to go in?

Or should I say, "You're taking back your place"?

This tastes so good that I have to ask:

Can you make Pyeongyang naengmyeon too?

Naengmyeon, you ask?

Yes.

Grandma and I like that dish. So does my wife.

Yeah, Pyeong-naeng is the best.

I crave that unique taste once in a while.

But do you really know how to make it?

Of course I do. Indeed.

-Is that true? -Yeah. It's nothing, really.

Well, it's not a difficult dish to make,

but I need to make hand-pulled noodles.

Plus, we have to make the broth and let it cool.

It's a time-consuming process.

But if you want,

I'll make time to cook it for you.

Oh, my. That sounds awesome.

Indeed, I'd love for you to cook it for us when you have some time.

Yes, of course.

We owe it to Moon-seong for adding another menu item at home.

JANG TAE-JU

Excuse me. I have to take this call.

That's fine. Don't worry. Take the call.

He never takes calls during family meals.

I guess it's a really important call.

It's too early for a phone call.

Are you home?

-I am. -We're standing at the front door.

May we come in?

How dare you come here without a word?

They say, "Make hay while the sun shines."

Now that there's proof he's your family, let's finish this.

This problem won't resolve itself with recklessness.

But I must see my grandma.

Does it have to be today?

It took you 20 years to get here, so what's a couple more days?

Wow. You're so frustrating.

He takes back his place, and I get what I deserve.

Let's hurry up, clean up this mess, and never see each other again.

For now, wait at my office. I'll be there soon.

The food is getting cold. Did you meet someone?

-Huh? -Weren't you out just now?

No.

I didn't want you to hear me if I spoke too loudly.

I didn't want to disturb your meal. Let's keep eating.

What's wrong? You look like you're out of it.

Hey, Comrade Ri Moon-seong.

-Hey, get it together. -Wait. Be quiet.

What's going on?

Man, what was that?

Something is off, but I don't know what.

Hey, this is code red.

Code red?

Listen, Mr. Jeong.

In theater studies, there's something called the character consistency rule.

So far, the dangerous dude has gone good, and the nice dude--

No, the nice sister has gone strange.

So what are you saying?

So I'm saying, these characters have lost consistency and have changed.

I mean Se-jun and Se-yeon.

Mr. Jeong, changes like these,

they never happen without a specific reason.

It's absolutely impossible.

The way I see it, there's a significant reason

for their change in attitude.

What might that be?

Maybe…

we've been found out.

You think our cover's blown?

Yoon-hee, you were there.

People don't change so easily.

Think about the difference

between the atmosphere on our first day and today.

Think about it.

Okay, Moon-seong,

I want…

you to live with us.

You came all the way here. I want to do everything I can for you.

How were you able to come down to the South?

Still, I can't believe it's that simple to defect from the North.

Weren't you interviewed by NIS?

-It did feel weird. -Right?

See? Those details shouldn't be overlooked.

Also…

the real Ri Moon-seong's return.

Mr. Jeong, movies and TV series

use this to foreshadow endings.

It's somewhat like a bomb that triggers the plot to the climax.

And Ri Moon-seong's sudden arrival is the biggest problem.

Honey, take your phone with you.

Right.

You never forget things. What's wrong? Did something happen?

No. I'll see you later.

Why exactly do you need more time?

Aren't you eager to get things moving?

How much longer will you allow that impostor to keep pretending?

The problem

is that my grandmother believes that the impostor is real.

That's why we need to expose him.

My grandmother isn't well.

If we just tell her, "Your grandson is an impostor.

Your real grandson is this fellow"…

I may be a calculating man,

but I can't begin to fathom how shocked she'll be.

I want to do away with the hotel, not my grandmother.

Okay, then, what do you suggest we do?

First, Moon-seong--

or that impostor--

I'm going to expose him.

Then I'll tell the truth when I feel that my family,

especially my grandmother, is ready to hear the truth.

It won't take long.

Why is that necessary?

Families are peculiar like that.

Even if you hate them to death,

they're the first you call in hardship.

Sometimes they feel like strangers,

but then they'll be at your side like you've always been inseparable.

Maybe it's affection, maybe love,

but they make things complicated and cause confusion.

Isn't that what a family is?

Your feelings about Grandma must be nothing less than simple.

But that's family.

But those punks are impostors.

They can't possibly have complicated or confused sentiments.

They're treating my family with wholehearted love and affection.

Being an impostor probably helped them in that respect.

That's what makes this trickier: because everyone loves them.

Give me some time to discredit their sweet affection.

There's one thing I learned from observing my father:

The truth hurts, you know?

But your family?

I wonder if you all will be able to accept the truth.

Tae-ju, Tae-ju.

Mr. Park, how may I help you?

It's been a while.

You never call without a reason.

You have something I can write about? Some interesting news?

It's a family matter.

The hotel sale? The inheritance?

What? What is it? Tell me.

I have a little brother.

Park Se-gyu? Who doesn't know that?

No, not him. I have another brother.

His name is Ri Moon-seong.

Give me details.

You dig up the rest

by asking Park Se-yeon.

Why can't you tell me yourself?

Wait. So those are your terms?

That I interview her?

I like how quick you are.

Is it an exclusive?

Only if you don't tell anyone.

Why didn't you retaliate?

I thought you'd be one to bulldoze your way in.

I mean, I see why that wouldn't be the sensible thing to do.

He's right.

Families are complicated.

I'm actually not sure

what I should do.

What's that, now?

You went through all kinds of shit to get here.

You'll get your due, so don't worry.

All right.

As long as I get what I asked for.

Sang-cheol, what brings you here?

What? Am I not allowed to visit?

No, that's not--

I'll explain everything, so…

Who are you?

Yeah, so the thing is--

Right. I see. You're this hunting dog's owner.

We haven't met. My name is Ri Moon-seong.

I know very well who you are,

although this isn't an ideal way to meet.

I guess I have him to thank, now that I'm talking to you face to face.

Do me one favor.

Can you return home?

That's not possible.

If that's the case,

for as long as the chairwoman lives,

make yourself scarce.

That would also be impossible.

I'll vouch for your inheritance rights after the chairwoman passes.

The grandson she needs right now

is someone who is kind,

untainted and harmless.

Stop talking bullshit.

A grandson who's rough,

violent, and always resentful of others,

crawling in the sewers without the desire to get out--

Such nuisance isn't what she needs.

You fucking bastard!

Sang-cheol, let's talk about this, yeah?

I beg you.

Please go back.

I won't forget this.

Tae-ju.

This isn't your decision to make!

This is their family affair!

They get to decide what to do with the truth, no matter what it is!

I'm not saying what I did was right.

From now on, call me right away whenever Se-jun calls you

and as soon as you know where Ri Moon-seong is.

Are you telling me to be a double agent right now?

Yes. You're the best at that shit.

Oh, man…

Damn it.

I'm serious, Grandma.

These days, in the North,

we have local markets that are open, like a farmer's market.

You have soap operas in the South, right?

You can watch them at the market because they set it up like this--

-Ma'am. -Pirate--

I'm back.

Welcome back, Mr. Jeong.

Hello, Mr. Jeong.

-Keep going. -Okay.

We haven't met. My name is Ri Moon-seong.

Grandma, it's getting chilly now. Should we go inside?

Should we?

Let's go.

I'm good now. You can go.

Grandma, you're okay, right?

I told you I'm fine.

Why do you always take me to my room when we see each other every day?

I'm not a child.

Grandma, let's see each other tomorrow too.

My goodness.

All of you are always so worried.

Why do you burden yourself with so much worry when you're so young?

Hey, stop saying such silly things and go rest.

See you tomorrow.

Good night, Grandma.

I…

I don't know for how much longer I can live as Ri Moon-seong.

I never know…

when the last time will be that I'll be able to take you to your room.

That's what I'm afraid of.

Damn it.

-The person you're calling-- -Damn it.

This is driving me nuts. That damn punk!

Se-yeon.

Mr. Jeong.

Are you going somewhere at this time of night?

I'm going to go get some fresh air.

May I drive you?

That's okay. I want to be alone.

We're exposed?

I confirmed that Se-jun met Ri Moon-seong.

My gosh.

Then what should we do?

There must be a reason why Se-jun is keeping his mouth shut

and why Ri Moon-seong isn't showing up right now.

Even if our play fails,

it will all be my fault,

not yours.

And as promised, the money--

Mr. Jeong.

That's not the problem.

That money-- that isn't the issue.

Thank you both for your hard work.

I think it's time that I tell Ms. Ja the truth now.

Thank you.

Wait.

Not yet.

Grandma doesn't know yet, right?

She doesn't know yet.

There must be something else we can try.

So not just yet.

First, I think we need to figure out who knows what.

We need to know who else in the family knows that we're impostors

and that Ri Moon-seong is here right now.

-We'll look into that. -Yeah.

We should each do what we can.

We can tell the truth after we try everything we can.

That's right.

Okay.

I understand.

If there is anything I can help with,

let me know right away.

Se-jun.

Drink this.

-Are you talking to me? -Yeah.

Don't worry. I didn't poison it.

So who did you meet yesterday?

-What do you mean? -You left in the morning.

I was taking an important call.

So who was it?

Shouldn't you be worrying about other things right now?

-What does that mean? -Do you think you've won our fight?

Or do you think you haven't lost yet?

You should think carefully about what you have and don't have.

I don't think that's something you should tell your opponent.

Do you think I'm going to lose?

Even if I warn you, there is nothing you can do.

Because no matter what you do, I have an irrefutable piece of truth.

Moon-seong, are you going to work now?

Yes.

-You're working at the laundry, right? -Yes.

How is the work? You okay there?

I'm fine.

Being able to work gives me the greatest joy in life.

Yes. Keep up the good work.

Then you'll move up to the lobby, then the planning office.

Eventually, an executive.

Who knows?

You may become responsible for a hotel branch someday.

That day will never come.

Are you sure?

Yes.

I'm sure. That day will never come.

Okay. If you say so.

I'm off to work.

Moon-seong, do you want to go with me?

Sure.

Ji-won.

Oh, Jin-suk. Something the matter?

No, everything is fine.

By the way,

is something on Se-jun's mind?

Se-jun?

He always has a lot on his plate.

It'd be unusual for him not to. Why?

Well, it's just that

he looks like someone who hasn't eaten for days, so I was worried.

Oh, really?

You're right. He has been looking especially worried lately.

-Really? -Yeah.

But my husband has always been so serious, even when we were dating.

This is all he does.

And his face is always grave like this. He's so serious. He's just like that.

But he's not the one with the problem. I am.

Is something bothering you?

Do you want to sneak out for some coffee?

Why would we sneak out? We can just walk out.

-Let's go. -Yes, let's go.

Se-yeon.

Yes?

By any chance…

What is it?

It's nothing. Never mind.

-Moon-seong. -Yes?

What do you think about quitting your job at the hotel?

Sorry?

I've been thinking about it,

and I feel you don't have much time to see Grandma because of work.

It's been years since you two last met,

and I feel my selfishness is taking precious time away from you two.

My goodness. That's not true, Se-yeon.

Please don't think of it that way, Se-yeon.

We can always meet whenever we'd like.

And you can start working at the hotel again whenever you'd like.

But Grandma doesn't have that much time left.

When I see how happy she looks when she's with you,

I just hope that she can enjoy it for a little longer.

Give it some thought.

-It's delicious. -It's so good.

Jin-suk.

Should I start working again?

You want to go back to work?

Well, it's just that…

I feel like I haven't been doing much with my life.

-Did you like your old job? -No, not really.

Working in the media is different from what people think.

I really wanted it before I started working.

But once I started, I hated it.

Then why are you thinking about going back to work?

My friends treat me

like I'm spoiled and good for nothing because I have a rich husband.

And I feel like my life is being defined

by who my husband is, not who I am.

Your friends are the problem.

There's an old saying that a married couple is one body.

When the right arm is working, the left arm can rest.

Why would you do something you hate just because of what others think?

You think so?

I'll go teach them a lesson. Don't stop me.

Thank you so much.

Don't mention it.

Even if I warn you, there is nothing you can do.

Because no matter what you do, I have an irrefutable piece of truth.

Ma'am.

Yes?

Haerang Daily is requesting an interview.

Decline respectfully.

Well, the problem is,

they want to do a piece on Mr. Ri Moon-seong.

What?

You know that I'm always willing to talk about the company.

But this is a private family matter.

Not sure about that.

Isn't Nakwon Hotel a family business, so your family is also part of the company?

Se-gyu would be hurt if he heard that.

He would boldly claim that he's an outsider at Nakwon.

Then is Mr. Ri an insider at Nakwon?

I heard he works here.

Who told you that?

You know I can't reveal my source.

-The ethics of journalism-- -Someone throws you a bone,

and you jump at it and start digging into the matter.

That doesn't seem so ethical.

Is there a reason why you're trying so hard

to keep Mr. Ri hidden from the public eye?

Is there something that you don't want the public to know?

-Sir-- -Out of nowhere,

the grandson of a famous chairwoman of a big company appears.

Someone will do a story on this,

and an article will be published one way or another.

Wouldn't it be better if you control the narrative?

I would be very interested in writing that article myself.

Se-yeon, if you're not busy, do you want to have dinner with me?

Should we eat together? Would you like to dine with me?

Se-yeon, do you want to have dinner with me?

Want to eat with me?

Do you want to…

Why am I suddenly so nervous?

It's no big deal.

Knock, knock.

Se-yeon.

-Are you done with work? -Yes.

You haven't eaten yet, right?

Then…

Se-yeon,

do you want to have dinner with me?

My goodness.

That felt awkward.

What would you like to eat?

Oh, well,

just…

coffee… and ramyeon?

I'm sorry, but I don't think I can eat with you today.

I already have plans.

You have plans?

BAE DONG-JAE

Hey.

Yeah, I'll be there soon.

I can't believe you made a restaurant reservation for me.

You said you always eat in your room. Aren't you sick of that?

You're one to talk.

You probably had the food here more than a hundred times.

It's good every time.

It is good.

What do you want?

Am I finally worth something to you?

Is that it?

Give me your shares of our hotel.

You know what my terms are.

Do you have to go that far?

I've never changed my terms.

More importantly, I'm curious now.

You said just recently you didn't need my shares.

What's making you hasty all of a sudden, Se-yeon?

I'll consider your marriage proposal.

What?

Isn't that the answer you wanted?

It doesn't seem like Ji-won knows anything.

What about you? Did you find out anything?

I need to keep looking.

Oh, right. By the way,

how is Se-yeon?

I don't know. She keeps avoiding me.

I need to talk to her to figure out anything.

Goodness. In the end…

In the end, we're back where we started.

-You haven't gone home yet? -I need to report something.

Mr. Park Se-jun withdrew his offer to buy

Nakwon Hotel's shares from Ilseong Partners.

Thank you.

Se-jun is letting go of me, and Se-yeon is partnering up with me.

What's going on?

Aren't you going to sleep?

I can't seem to fall asleep.

Worrying won't solve anything.

At times like this, it's best to just sleep.

Can't argue with that.

I totally agree.

Then hurry up and sleep.

But…

worrying…

Never mind. Good night.

I'm going for a walk.

Go ahead and sleep.

What am I doing?

What's this about, meeting me at a place like this?

I needed to talk to you.

About the shares?

Yes.

I offered you ten times the price, but you declined.

That's not the problem.

Now, even if you offer them for half the price,

I don't want them.

Yes. That's the issue.

You always make calculated moves.

That's why I like you. You're easy to read.

I just need to follow the profit.

So why would you suddenly not need my shares?

I'm sure it wasn't a decision based on your emotions.

What's going on?

What's changed, exactly?

Suddenly, you don't need my shares.

And now, Se-yeon is desperate enough to consider marrying me.

She is?

Then… I guess Se-yeon knows too.

Knows what?

You're smart. Figure it out.

Think about what must've changed for this to happen.

The reason why you needed my shares.

The reason why Se-yeon didn't need my shares.

There's only one thing that makes sense:

your cousin, Ri Moon-seong.

That's right.

Yes, but how can that change?

You're so frustrating. You should think outside the box.

That's why I like you, though: You're easy to read.

Stop playing games with me.

He's an impostor.

He isn't Ri Moon-seong.

What?

The Ri Moon-seong you know isn't my cousin.

-What are you talking about? -You just said it yourself.

You can't think of any other reason, can you?

Think about the situation that's unfolding right now.

Then you'll realize that I'm telling the truth.

The cousin we thought was on Se-yeon's side turned out to be an impostor.

The fake inheritor was never going to receive those shares.

That's why I don't need your shares. I already won this game.

That punk is an impostor?

Yes.

Why don't you mention this to Se-yeon?

Tell her that you're transferring your shares to me.

Then she probably won't have a choice but to marry you.

What?

Isn't that what you wanted?

Just one minute. I just need one minute.

No, 30 seconds. Please?

You know Mr. Ri Moon-seong? Tell me when he came and how he's related.

Anything you know would be helpful.

I'm sorry, but our hotel regulations forbid me from sharing that information.

Those damn regulations.

-What's going on? -He said he's a reporter.

He kept asking about Mr. Ri.

I just sent him away.

I'm a reporter from Haerang Daily. Do you know Mr. Ri Moon-seong?

I'm sorry, but I don't know him.

Mr. Ri!

Yes?

You forgot this.

-Tower A, third floor. -Okay.

So you're Ri Moon-seong.

My gosh. I thought you were on your deathbed.

But you look so good.

Oh, stop it.

You're still alive too. Don't be silly.

How have you been?

I'm just getting by.

Hey. I can't believe we managed

to keep in touch after our first meeting at the family reunion event.

There were about 50 of us at the first event, right?

It was 52.

-Why are you leaving two out? -Oh, right.

I'm next.

I'm leaving this life before you.

Live a long and happy life before you join me.

It's like a raffle now.

We'll be there soon too.

We don't know

whether it'll be me or her who'll be chosen first.

I heard your grandson is here.

Yes, that's right.

That's great. That's really great.

The one regret I had in life is gone now,

so I can finally die in peace.

-You must really adore him. -Of course.

He grew up in such a rough place, but he turned out so well.

Just looking at him now makes me feel grateful.

Ma'am.

Oh, my goodness!

My gosh! I can't believe this.

Look who it is.

Is that you, Cheol-jin?

Yes, ma'am.

My goodness!

Cheol-jin!

I heard the news.

So you found your grandson.

Goodness. What a relief.

I didn't know how I would ever repay that debt I owed you.

But this news makes me feel…

a little better, ma'am.

No, don't apologize.

You grew up to become a fine judge.

I'm sure my late husband would've been proud

to see you do so much for society.

I owe him my life.

Thank you so much, ma'am.

What is your grandson like?

He grew up to be a fine young man.

Goodness. I'm envious.

-You're envious? -I am.

Now that I have kids and grandkids, I realize

they never turn out the way you want.

Don't be silly. You're too young to say that.

My goodness, ma'am. My granddaughter is 15 years old now.

Is she already?

Yes, ma'am.

Goodness.

My goodness.

I can't get in contact with him.

He doesn't know anyone here,

so it's impossible to find him if he's determined to stay hidden.

What about Se-jun?

No word yet.

He hasn't contacted me since he told me to wait.

Se-jun doesn't know Ri Moon-seong disappeared yet, right?

No, because I haven't contacted him since then either.

Tae-ju,

if you're lying again,

I'm going to kill you.

Why would I lie to you when you already know everything now?

If you hadn't beaten me up so badly,

I'd be out looking for him already.

Stop making excuses and call me as soon as you find him.

Yes, sir.

This isn't your decision to make!

This is their family affair!

They get to decide what to do with the truth, no matter what it is!

There must be something else we can try.

So not just yet.

He's Mr. Ri, right?

Chairman Ja's grandson from the North.

You're still not going to do the interview?

Mr. Jeong.

-Are you on your way to see Chairman Ja? -Yes.

She went out.

She said there's a place that she has to go alone.

By herself?

Yes.

I tried to stop her, but she insisted on going.

I told her that I would call you, but she stopped me.

Really?

Stay close to me, Geum-sun.

Honey, hurry!

No!

Hang on tight!

Geum-sun!

Survive!

You must survive!

No!

Honey!

Honey! Yeong-hoon!

Yeong-hoon!

Mother.

Yeong-hoon.

Yeong-hoon.

I'm sorry I didn't recognize you.

It's been a long time.

Hey, Jae-heon!

Moon-seong, can I see you for a second?

I won.

Have you heard the news?

What news?

Apparently, there's a reporter getting pretty nosy.

-He's looking into Ri Moon-seong. -What?

He even took a photo.

He's really pestering Ms. Park right now.

-What? -I'm serious.

Plus, we were ordered to not even utter a word about you to anyone.

If you insist on staying silent,

I'll just have to write an article with what I already have.

Special conglomerate story, with that photo on the front page.

Is it okay for a reporter to write speculative articles like that?

I just need to change the period to a question mark.

"The Prodigal Grandson of Nakwon Group?" Something like that.

May I have a seat?

What? You're getting married?

To Bae Dong-jae, the heir of Wooseong Group?

Don't you think this article would be more interesting to people?

It'd be an exclusive.

Wait. You broke off the engagement a long time ago. When did this happen?

We got back together recently.

First of all, congratulations.

Then the Nakwon shares that Mr. Bae has will go to you.

Then the Nakwon feud over management control…

-Wow, what turn of events! -Gosh, you're unbelievable.

Is there no romance in my wedding story?

Of course not. That's the most important part.

Romance. Reunited lovers.

Please start from the top.

When did your love begin again?

Love, huh?

Hey!

-What do you think you're doing? -Mr. Ri Moon-seong.

-Moon-seong. -Se-yeon.

You don't have to talk to him.

I heard you've been asking around about me.

-Look, Mr. Ri-- -Forget it.

You ask me if you have questions. Why are you bothering her?

-You don't get it. -Come whenever you want!

I'll answer your questions.

I'm warning you. Don't ever bother her again.

Se-yeon.

Are you an idiot?

All you had to do was just say no.

Why were you just sitting there, letting him bully you?

What gives you the right?

What?

Because you're family?

Is that why?

What gives you the right to tell me what to do?

Who do you think you are?

Se-yeon.

Did you ask me what gives me the right?

I mean, what are we? Strangers?

Yes, that's right.

We're just strangers.

-Se-yeon. -Isn't that right, Jae-heon?

What did you just say?

CURTAIN CALL

Get out of my hotel this instant!

He longed for his mother who'd left to the South.

Then he started blaming her.

If Moon-seong wasn't the person you thought he was, what would you have done?

I'm on that stage you created before I even realized it.

All the wonderful times we spent together--

Were you just acting because you had to?