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(Love In Sync)

(Kim Myung Soo)

(Kang Min Ah)

(Love In Sync)

(All people, incidents, and backgrounds...)

(in this drama are fictitious and unrelated to reality.)

(Also, children and animals were filmed under production guidelines.)

- Over here. Fire. - Help us.

Over here.

Help. Over here.

- Over here. - Song Hwan, are you okay?

Eun Hwan, are you okay?

Wait, wait.

One of the kids is missing.

- A child went missing. - A child is missing?

- What happened? - Oh no.

Kids.

- Follow adults and get out first. - Dad.

I know this place the best.

Okay? Take care of Eun Hwan.

You can't go in.

Dad. Dad, take this.

- Dad, you have to take it. - Eun Hwan. Cha Eun Hwan.

Eun Hwan. Cha Eun Hwan.

Song Hwan. Song Hwan.

Am I really going crazy?

Or...

could it be a superpower?

One day, I started feeling other people's emotions...

as if they were my own.

It's like we share a heart.

Is that even possible?

(Feeling another person's emotions is a real phenomenon.)

The experience of feeling another person's emotions...

as if they were your own is a real phenomenon.

In psychology, it's described as...

empathy, emotional contagion, or emotional transference.

Possible?

Emotional transference?

Rather than a superpower,

it can occur in people with very high empathy.

This phenomenon is more likely to happen between people who are close.

High empathy? Who? Me?

Close, my ass. It's nothing like that.

If I get close with somebody like you said,

can I also hear what they're thinking?

Hearing another person's thoughts or inner voice is impossible.

That's unscientific.

Right? Right?

But that impossible, unscientific thing is happening to me right now.

Seriously.

Fine, I'm sorry. It was all my fault.

So for today...

Have you ever sacrificed anything...

for anyone in your life, Yu Ji An?

She's so afraid her sadness will hurt the ones she loves...

that she can't even bring herself to cry or grieve,

and forces herself into this painful smile.

I think I get it now.

Writer Oh? This is Ji An.

About the meeting, could you please give me one more chance tomorrow?

I think I'm starting...

to understand...

what Hee Joo is feeling.

I told you I'll wear anything.

Why is my daughter so grumpy?

Can't it just be you and me again, Dad?

That was because Mom was sick yesterday,

so let's try to understand her a little more, okay?

- I wish Mom would just disappear. - Song Ha Yul.

Mom's always mad. She's scary, and I hate her.

Ha Yul.

Ha Yul.

(Sunshine Kindergarten)

What is this?

What is this feeling?

I was fine just a moment ago.

Did he end up having a tough day yesterday?

No. Snap out of it.

I can't be swayed by someone else's feelings right now.

I just need to focus on Hee Joo's emotions.

Well...

Did she become a master actor overnight?

Going around demanding another meeting.

Oh, come on. It's because she's desperate, that's why.

I'm sorry to bother you when you're busy, Director.

Yesterday, I wasn't in the best condition,

so I don't think I was able to show you my true abilities.

All right, fine.

Let's see this "good condition" acting, then.

Let's see just how good you are.

Please.

Song Hwan.

I...

I'm having a really hard time too.

I...

I...

I'm really okay.

You know that.

I'm good...

at putting up with anything.

It was my fault.

It's all my fault.

So don't wear yourself out while you're hurting.

It's all my fault,

but you're the one who's hurting and in pain.

I'm so sorry.

Not you,

I...

I should've been the one suffering and in more pain.

So this is your plan for getting revenge on those bastards?

Yes. With this, those bastards will get on their knees...

and beg me for their lives, right?

I'm going to make them pay for everything they did to me.

I swear...

What are you doing?

This is it?

What?

Your revenge is pretty lame compared to what you went through.

What can I do?

There's the law,

and I can't become a criminal because of those bastards.

Right.

But even if the law makes it difficult in the real world,

wouldn't it be a different story in a fictional world?

You said your dream was to be a film director, right?

Is it a kind of expressive arts therapy?

You could say that.

As he makes the film, Seon Woo will start to...

face the emotions and pain he's been holding in,

a little at a time.

Also, through this fictional revenge,

he'll work through his anger,

and it will help him organise his thoughts.

Earlier, he ran to me with the most excited look...

I've seen on his face in years,

and boasted that he would soon be making a film too.

I was so happy for him that I offered...

to buy him the most expensive camera,

but he just asked for the one I used for my first film,

that beat-up old model.

He said he wanted to start his journey with me.

That might be the most moving conversation of my life.

Thank you, Mr. Cha.

I'll never forget this kindness.

Gosh, Yu Ji An, your acting was fantastic.

But the thing is...

We got a call before you came in,

and it's been decided that Im Jin Ju will play the role of Hee Joo.

What do you mean? Im Jin Ju didn't even audition.

Right. But you know how powerful her agency is.

On the condition that Byeon Woo Jin signs on as the male lead,

they threw in Im Jin Ju as part of the deal.

There's nothing we can do. We have to do what they say.

But how did your acting get so good all of a sudden?

I was seriously surprised.

Was I really that good?

But you must have been feeling really unwell yesterday.

Does this Transference thing really work?

Ji An.

Have you been well?

Oh, do I know you?

- I don't think I recognise you... - Are you still mad at me?

I don't know. I think she's the one who's mad, not me.

What are you doing here?

None of your business.

I didn't think you'd be coming to the station for a while.

- None of your business. - Didn't you sign with any agency?

Still, you don't have a manager?

None of...

I do have a manager.

Right here. Here, here.

Me?

That's right, you.

Just smile. Just keep smiling.

Say hello. This is my manager, Mr. Cha.

You guys might not know him, but...

I mean...

he's pretty famous in the Hollywood management industry.

I just recently scouted and brought him over.

Mr. Cha, you're right on time.

I guess so. There was no traffic.

Darn it.

Yes, this is Cha Eun Hwan.

Yes, one moment.

Five... Five years?

Yes.

I've been with him since he started his counselling practice.

What about you? How long have you known Mr. Cha?

Me? Well...

About two months?

Our relationship is more about proximity than time.

He lives across from me.

- Across from you? - Yes. I believe you know that.

A close neighbour is better than a distant relative.

What about that nice private villa and your mansion?

Why of all places?

That's none of your business.

Oh, right.

Have you tried contacting Mi Jeong?

After she exposed your bullying,

it seems like she's had it just as rough as you.

You know how intense your fans can be.

I know from experience.

She resigned right after that day and suddenly disappeared.

Aren't you curious?

Excuse me. Are you Yu Ji An?

It is you. I wasn't sure even when I saw you.

Who are you?

You don't remember me? We've met a few times.

I'm Han Seo Jun, a reporter from the Taejin Sports entertainment desk.

If you have a moment, let's do a quick interview.

I'm sorry, but I refuse.

I'm leaving.

You've been out of the public eye without making any statements...

since the abuse of power controversy.

How have you been all this time?

I said, let's do a quick interview.

Even if she's a celebrity, doing this without her consent is illegal.

You're aware of that, right?

- What? Who are you? - Apologise to her.

- What? - For being rude to Ms. Yu Ji An.

I said you should apologise.

You don't want to?

Should I call the police?

It'll make things complicated.

Are you okay with that?

Who are you?

- This has nothing to do with you. - It has everything to do with me.

I'm Yu Ji An's manager.

(White Night)

Is there something on my face?

No.

So, does this mean...

you're really the female lead now?

It's not for sure yet. For now, it's just a meeting.

But you can get the role since you're so talented.

Then...

Which emotional scene in here is it that you don't understand?

Right here, scene 28, can you see that?

- Oh, right. Scene 28? Oh, here? - This is the...

Who are you? This has nothing to do with you.

It has everything to do with me. I'm Yu Ji An's manager.

No. Why? Why is he married? Why?

Are you that happy?

I had no idea...

that you were such a die-hard fan of Director Moon.

It's the first time.

I've always had things taken from me,

but I've never been the one to take anything.

Yu Ji An.

You two are really something else.

Still, don't be too obvious about it.

It seems Director Moon hasn't given up on Yu Ji An yet.

He was likely forced to switch to you...

because the production company was against her.

If you really want to make it yours,

hide your feelings until you sign the contract.

That's what someone told me.

What about the thing I asked for?

Oh, that? As you said, it seemed like...

it wouldn't be a bad thing for us,

so I told Manager Kim to prepare a proposal and contract.

Thank you, Mr. Kim.

- Oh, Director Moon. - Hello.

Hello.

- I'm sure you're busy. - Yes.

I hope you're doing well.

Even though we're apart,

my heart is always by your side.

Is this how a traitor who sold his country feels?

What's with that sudden pose of despair?

Are you finished? Should we head home?

But how come you've never once asked if things went well?

A manager should at least be polite, even if you lack loyalty.

Did things go well?

I don't need the forced courtesy.

You can go now.

What?

But to fire me over this is a bit...

You're overreacting.

I'm not firing you. I'm telling you to clock out.

I thought for a second...

You scared me.

But why?

I have to meet someone.

(Dong Gyeong Kitchen)

Over here.

- So when does filming start? - Sooner than you'd think.

Since I'm a replacement for another actress,

there isn't much time to prepare.

Still, getting the part is what matters.

You've finally achieved your dream.

Congratulations.

It's all thanks to you.

Me?

I don't know about that.

I hardly did anything.

If it hadn't been for you,

I never would've been able to endure all that time on my own.

Thank you.

- Okay. - Oh, and on that note.

This is a gift.

A gift?

(In-House Therapist Proposal)

In-house Therapist Proposal?

Yes. I spoke with the CEO about you...

Wait. You have a stain on your shirt.

A stain?

Where?

It's okay. I'll...

It'll come right out. Hold still.

Is it a big stain?

It's all gone.

What is it?

I stopped running, so why is my heart racing?

(Dong Gyeong Kitchen)

What's with those two?

So there's the culprit.

As if a pounding heart wasn't enough, now I'm blushing?

I'm really something else.

Wait a minute.

But that guy's married.

That's no way to live your life.

In-house therapist?

Yes, like an in-house lawyer.

You'd be the dedicated therapist providing...

mental care for all the actors at our agency.

Ji An.

Do you mind if I join you?

Of all the empty tables,

you have to sit here?

It would be rude to the owner if we know each other and sit apart.

Me?

That's right. That would be very rude.

See?

Aren't you ashamed to face Ha Yul?

What?

What is she talking about?

I'm sure your conscience knows exactly what I'm talking about.

- Get in. - Oh, okay.

You're getting in too?

Of course I am. I told you, we live across from each other.

I thought you were out for a run.

You're not retiring anytime soon, are you?

How pathetic. I'm not getting in. No way.

Have a good workout, then.

The nerve of her.

Why have you been so unmotivated lately?

Are you already tired of acting?

It's not that...

Do you know that?

About why people get addicted to drugs?

Once you've experienced the ultimate high,

everything after that feels dull in comparison.

That's exactly how...

I feel right now.

After experiencing such intense immersion and empathy...

I don't think I'm the one who's crying. I think it's you.

Please.

Song Hwan.

I...

I'm having a really hard time too.

Now...

Acting with these conditioned emotions...

just feels flat, you know?

Ji An.

No. Drugs are absolutely not the answer.

What? What are you talking about? Drugs?

That's not it at all. What do you take me for?

Seriously.

(Payment for Daejin Card is past due.) (Please pay it until today.)

Why is it past due?

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(Text Message from EK Card)

(Payment for Eunsol Pay of...)

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(Payment for Jinhan Card is past due, so it will be suspended today.)

(Due to overdue payment, GX Card will be suspended today.)

(In-House Therapist Contract)

These days, in this business,

it's the trend to provide mental healthcare for our artists,

and as a top agency, we have a reputation to uphold.

Yes.

Our Yi Jin highly recommended you, Mr. Cha.

She said you helped her a lot when she was struggling.

Yi Jin is just being kind. She's a wonderful person.

Yes.

Let go.

A lien? What are you talking about? I told you I'd pay you back.

Ji An, calm down. We have a guest.

I asked you to wait a little longer until I could liquidate my assets,

but you couldn't even wait that long.

I said we have a guest, Ji An. Come on.

- How could you do this to me? - And why shouldn't I?

It's not like we had some special relationship.

Our relationship is just business. Nothing more.

But I...

thought even if there was no great affection between us...

At the very least...

Even if it wasn't anything special,

I thought there was some basic friendship or loyalty.

Even though you dropped me the second I hit rock bottom, I still...

And you're saying this now?

You always used to say it, didn't you?

That you single-handedly built J. An Entertainment.

Yes, you're right.

This company wouldn't have grown this much without you.

That's why I put up with all your insults and humiliation.

Look at yourself now.

If you thought of me as the CEO for even a second,

would you storm in here and humiliate me in front of everyone?

I have to be ruthless to protect the company I worked so hard to build.

I can't let mere loyalty or sentiment...

cause the company to take a loss. Not as its CEO.

Am I wrong?

If you're done, then leave.

And from now on, contact me through my lawyer.

Don't come barging in here like this again.

Good grief. Now, where were we?

Before I came, as a test,

I ran a psychological evaluation on your actors.

Their depression and anxiety scores...

were higher than the industry average.

Especially for those with longer exclusive contracts,

the depression scores were even higher.

And?

It could be a coincidence,

or it could be a structural issue within the company.

What is it you're trying to say, Mr. Cha?

Analysing industry trends is important,

but as a CEO, keeping good faith,

and as a person, maintaining your integrity is also important.

Let's call off this contract.

What the hell is he talking about?

Tell me about it.

You shouldn't have crossed the line.

What?

- Yes, Writer Oh. - Ji An, did you hear the news?

Im Jin Ju fractured a bone while filming,

so she's dropping out of the drama.

They're desperately looking for a replacement, so I put your name in.

The production company was completely against it,

but I fought for you and managed to schedule a meeting.

You just need to act exactly like you did last time.

You can do it, right?

If you miss this chance, it could be really hard...

for you to make a comeback for a while.

If you feel so sorry for me,

will you help me just this once?

You know my career just hit rock bottom, right?

Everyone in Korea knows. How could I not?

In the entire history of show business,

there are only two ways for a disgraced actress...

to successfully make a comeback.

Nudity and acting ability.

My pride won't allow for nudity,

so that only leaves acting ability.

And as you know...

But that problem...

is something you can solve.

Me?

How?

Please be my manager...

and transfer your emotions to me.

Emotional transference?

You're a therapist. You should know what that is.

I do.

The phenomenon where another's emotions...

are unconsciously transmitted to you.

It's more than just being transmitted.

I literally feel your emotions exactly as you do.

It's as if we share the same heart.

That's ridiculous.

You've already noticed it too, haven't you?

That I know everything you're feeling.

Is she okay? Getting scammed like that.

Don't worry.

I'm fine.

I was so busy that I forgot.

I thought she didn't have any work these days.

Publicly, that might be true, but personally, not at all.

So if you, with your exceptional empathy,

transfer the character's emotions to me,

I can immerse myself in those emotions...

and give a great performance.

So you're saying you know all my feelings, at every moment?

Even right now?

Regardless of whether I believe it or not,

I'm turning down your offer.

Wait.

Sorry.

Wait. Just a second.

(Dong Gyeong Kitchen)

Why not?

I'll pay you whatever you want. Top of the industry.

I might not have as much money as you, but I have enough to get by.

Then just do it as charity.

Think of it as saving someone's life.

Or since you're a therapist, think of it as treating a client.

- Come on, why not? Why? - If you were me,

would you want to be with someone who knows all of your feelings,

feeling emotionally exposed all the time?

- I found out by accident... - More importantly...

Dad. Dad, take this.

We lost everything because of that accident.

My misery...

It feels like it's all her fault,

and the injustice is driving me insane.

I don't...

want to get any more involved with you.

What was that? That emotion just now?

Yes, hello. Is this the real estate agency?

I'd like to put my house on the market.

Sir. A notice came from the Association.

I'll call you back.

(Notice Of Disciplinary Action)

Why is it so...

She should be at the playground right now.

I wish...

Mom would just disappear.

Mom is always mad. She's scary, and I hate her.

This is driving me crazy.

Ha Yul.

Ha Yul. Ha Yul.

Why are you walking around in the rain?

What's your dad doing, letting you wander around alone in the rain?

What if you catch a cold?

Come with me.

No matter how I think about it, I can't accept...

the results of this disciplinary action.

The matter has already been decided.

Of course, I don't believe my counselling was...

completely without issue.

But it was a side effect that can occur during counselling.

- To revoke my license for that... - I told you so many times that...

you need to be flexible and tactful in professional conduct...

because it's also important as the skill.

The moment you receive the official results,

it goes into effect, you know that, right?

As of today, your counselling sessions are illegal.

Chairman.

Hello?

What?

Ha Yul?

Then instead of "Auntie," can I be like a big sister to you?

Aren't you going to eat, Auntie?

You're just like your dad. You're so firm.

I'm not eating.

Why? It's good.

Because it's good.

Because if you eat too much delicious food, you won't be pretty.

It's fine even if you are not pretty.

Why? I like being pretty too.

Because everyone loves you even if you're not pretty.

That's not true. There's someone who doesn't love me.

- Who is it? - It's a secret.

But Auntie, don't you live with your mom and dad?

You live alone?

- Yes. - Why? Because you're a grown-up?

That's part of it.

With my mom...

We fought each other.

And I never had a dad since the day I was born.

Really? Me too.

But you have a dad.

This is a really big secret, but I'll only tell you, Auntie.

He's your uncle?

Not your dad?

Shh. It's a top secret. Okay?

Of course. I'm not a blabbermouth.

Is there anything else my Ha Yul wants to eat?

I'll make you anything.

Hurry up and eat.

Don't worry too much.

She's probably just playing with a friend somewhere.

What happened? What happened?

I checked all the playgrounds and kids' cafes.

I also went to the daycare and all of Ha Yul's friends' houses,

but she's nowhere to be found.

What do we do? I shouldn't have dozed off...

This isn't good. Let's report a missing person to the police first.

- Okay. - What?

Why is everyone here?

Ha Yul.

Ha Yul.

What happened?

I was on my way home and saw her walking alone in the rain,

so I brought her home, cleaned her up,

- and was getting her some food... - You should have told us.

We were worried sick looking for her.

I'm sorry. It didn't occur to me that you'd be worried...

Are you serious?

When a child goes missing, what parent would be in their right mind?

How could you not think of that? Does that make any sense?

I guess I don't have common sense.

But still...

If she's so precious to you, why do you neglect her?

Why let a little kid wander around alone in the rain?

Why do you make her feel like she isn't loved?

People who only say they love someone...

are truly disgusting.

Anyway, I'm sorry about today.

If you feel guilty, just go and apologise.

- What about? - Even if you were angry.

"Was I too harsh?"

You've been thinking about that for almost an hour now.

Can you read my mind too?

What the hell are you talking about?

It's nothing. I was just talking nonsense, so never mind.

Hey, to be honest, lately...

Can you imagine what Ji An is going through?

Overnight, she went from a top star to rock bottom...

because of that abuse of power controversy.

She got scammed out of millions of dollars in a real estate deal,

so she moved from a luxury villa...

to a house like this.

I don't think you should say that in front of the person living here.

Hey, she might not say it,

- but I bet she wants to die. - What are you saying?

It's just an expression.

Spoken like a true former fan club president.

Now get out of my house.

It's a nice house.

When a child goes missing, what parent would be in their right mind?

How could you not think of that? Does that make any sense?

Unless I've experienced it, I wouldn't know how it feels.

Why have I been so dizzy lately?

Is it because of the diet pills?

But I have to lose weight before my meeting.

Please open the door. Please.

Ji An. Ji An, are you in there?

Yu Ji An.

Darn it.

(Libenora)

Ji An.

Ji An.

(Emergency Ward)

Hey, she might not say it,

but I bet she wants to die.

No matter how hard things are,

how could you...

What did I do?

If I'd known this would happen,

I would've just granted her request.

What's the big deal about emotional transference,

especially to someone who's suffering this much?

Where...

am I?

Are you okay? Are you conscious?

I suppose so.

I didn't want to wake up again.

Are you crazy?

No matter how hard things get, how could you think like that?

Right now,

I can't help it...

I've been a celebrity my whole life.

I don't know how to do anything else,

and I have millions of dollars in debt to pay off.

If I...

had been a better actress,

or if I had been able to make a comeback with this new drama,

my life wouldn't have felt...

so hopeless.

So, you feel sorry for me? You pity me?

Then just make up your mind. You're almost there.

You said you experienced a transference of my emotions, right?

How many times do I have to tell you?

You're so skeptical.

In that case,

what do you think I'm feeling right now?

"Such bullshit?"

So the transference...

is definitely real.

(Emergency Ward)

Why not? Why?

(Yu Ji An Was Brought Into Our Hospital Yesterday For An Overdose.)

Yu Ji An was brought into our hospital yesterday for an overdose.

But get this, the guy who came with her is drop-dead gorgeous.

He keeps saying he's her manager, but he has total boyfriend vibes.

They always say not to worry about celebrities.

Even after a scandal, she's out there dating.

(Noh Jung Sik, CEO Of AX)

How have you been, CEO Noh?

It's me, Yi Jin.

The reason I'm calling is...

I wanted to ask you for a favour.

Just leave it.

Don't you think it's time for you to start...

managing some higher-calibre talent, Mr. Noh?

That post online...

It's not true, is it?

No, it wasn't. It was just a big misunderstanding.

You had me worried. You need to be more careful.

You're already on thin ice. If another scandal breaks out now,

your comeback will be completely off the table.

Okay. I'll be careful.

You still don't have an agency, right?

You need to hurry to find one.

How can you get by when you're this unmanaged?

It makes production companies hesitant to sign you.

I know.

Hello?

I'm sorry, who did you say is calling?

AX Entertainment?

(Free Legal Consultation)

First, to file an appeal, you have to prove...

that the disciplinary action was unjust.

But since this was all over the news, it won't be easy.

And taking the Association to court is no small feat.

So either way, you have to shut down the center for three months?

Even if I appeal, they say...

it'll take about that long until a decision is made.

Right. Just think of it as a forced vacation.

You haven't had a break in ages, anyway.

So what happened with Ji An at the ER?

Don't even ask. I only went because you told me to,

and I totally overreacted when I saw diet pills.

But she's unbelievable.

Even in that situation, she was trying to pull a fast one on me...

But were they...

really diet pills?

What else would they be?

You think she actually took something else?

What? Do you know something?

It's not official or anything.

But it's a rumour that's been quietly going around our fan base.

About Ji An...

actually...

attempted it before.

No one knows the exact reason, but...

some rumours say it was family problems...

and others say it was money problems.

Anyway, she was rushed to the ER and barely made it out alive.

What are you doing there?

You're him, right? The counsellor.

She said you lived near her. I guess it was true.

What are you doing in front of someone else's house?

It looks like she's not home.

I'm sorry to ask, but could you please give her a call for me?

Why don't you do it yourself?

She blocked me.

Please.

I think she's already left to sign the contract.

It's a contract she should never sign.

(Contract)

What's the hesitation?

I hear you don't have any other offers.

Trust me.

I'll...

make you a top star again.

He's Noh Jung Sik, CEO of AX Entertainment.

He's a total scumbag in this business.

I should know. I worked under that guy for a few months.

Double-crossing contracts are just his style.

Embezzlement, withholding pay whenever he feels like it,

not to mention assault and threats. He's just a terrible person.

Ji An...

is surprisingly naive and doesn't know how to read contracts.

What if she ends up signing a slave contract?

You can't just go in there.

Your offer's still on the table, right?

What?

Who the hell are you?

Sign with me.

I'll...

be your manager.

Unbelievable.