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Oh, Mr. Hyungi!

Dabin, let's go.

Dabin, can you stay in the classroom?

Okay...

Let's talk.

[Episode 41].

Didn't you understand what I told you?

Until Dabin turns 20...

I did but...it's up to me whether I go along with it.

What's so wrong about me seeing Dabin?

What good will it do by confusing him?

Think you're the one confusing him.

Is distancing me in front of Dabin good for him?

What's wrong with being his dad's friend? It's fine as long as I keep quiet.

Are you sure you can do that?

I think deeply for Dabin as much as you and Inok.

If you don't like this, give me a visitation right.

Wouldn't it be easier to meet at a fixed time on a regular basis?

How should I explain that to Dabin then?

What's so hard?

I must see Dabin while I'm in Korea.

It's one year.

If you can't even allow that, I'll find other ways.

Other ways?

I'll let you know when I find it.

And please stay out of Dabin's business from now on.

Why are you alone? Where's Dad?

He's talking with that man. Told me to stay here.

Don't think that man's a liar, huh?

No.

Want to go see what they're talking about?

Yea.

Dabin's issue is between me and Inok.

And you're Inok's new husband and Dabin is her son.

Inok's son is my son also.

And by the inconvenience you're causing our marriage, I have the right.

I feel bad about that.

Let me ask you again.

Please stop seeing Dabin now.

What would you do in my shoes?

Could you ignore it and go on with your life?

You're a dad so think about it.

Would you be able to ignore it if a kid you didn't know exist shows up?

I would've acted the same.

But ultimately, I'd think about the kid first.

Unless the child was unhappy...

Does Dabin look miserable or happy to you?

- They're talking about you. - Yea.

Dabin.

Why didn't you stay in the classroom like I said, huh?

Let's go home. Let's go.

- We're home. - Hi.

- We're back. - Welcome back.

- Wash hands first, Aram and Dabin. - Yes, ma'am.

- You go to the airport? - Yes.

Mother left safely.

Why did Inok go to the dentistry?

Oh...I had to talk to her.

But why did she go all the way there? Something wrong?

No.

She's been out of it since yesterday. Something's been on her mind.

Even burnt a shirt while ironing. What is it?

Something happen at her father's?

No. You know that's her specialty.

Is that a thing to be proud of?

I must see Dabin while I'm in Korea. It's a year.

If you can't even allow that, I'll find other ways.

Other ways?

In your eyes, does Dabin look miserable or happy?

Yes, this is Kim Taeju.

I'm Han Hyunsu's dad.

Oh yes...hello.

If it isn't too much trouble, why don't we eat together...

Yes...that'll be nice.

If it's alright with you, I'd like to pick the place.

- No, I want to buy. - That's okay, sir.

I called so I'll buy.

Then I'll buy this time and you can next time.

But I feel bad.

Think of me as Hyunsu and be comfortable.

Should I then?

Yes...

Tell me the best time and I'll make the reservation.

Yes...then I'll see you on Saturday for lunch.

Yes, goodbye.

- That man came to school again? - Yes.

What did he and dad talk about?

About Dabin but couldn't really hear. Right?

Yea. Mom, why do you hate him?

I don't hate him.

He say anything else?

Said he knows Grandpa and Auntie too.

- Grandpa and auntie too? - Yes.

- Aram, Dabin! - Boram!

Hi, Boram. You two go put lotion on.

Okay.

Let's go, Boram.

You really getting back together?

Well, about 99.99% sure?

That separation energy thing was a lie.

I know. Mom's fortune teller is a fake.

She said you could wed.

If she's a fake, you could stay single this year too.

- Hey, if I want, I could... - Could what?

His heart's not in it. But if he wants, he could have girls lined up like me.

I take after you in that. Not him.

Gee, must be so proud.

- Hello, Seunggi. - Hi, Inok.

What's for dinner tonight?

Spicy loach soup.

I ate that last night too...

Where? Know a good place?

Ah, yes...well...

What's Bro doing in his room? Even you're out here.

I know.

Bro! What you doing in there? Come out, over.

I'm out, over.

You hide precious jewel in there?

No. I had things to think about.

- About what? - Inok?

Mingi, Seunggi, come get the rice and dishes.

Let's go.

Wow, spicy loach soup is so tasty.

Don't they sell this at home-shopping?

How did your camera testing go for home-shopping?

Huh? What do you mean? Who's modeling?

You.

What do you mean he's a model? No way....

Even a dog would laugh.

Wh-what? Say it again, dork. You...

Not you too.

Spoon is for eating not for beating.

That why you talked about home-shopping models?

You're going to model, Father?

Not me but Inok's father is.

Goodness, Aram eats so well.

- Want some more? - Yes.

- Mom, me too. - Me three.

You guys know the taste of loach soup?

When will you two stop calling them Mr. and Mrs.? Call them mom and dad now.

Yes. Good, I was going to bring that up myself.

Dabin, call him dad. And Aram call her mom.

You'll be a family that way. Okay?

Yes, sir!

Yes, it may be hard at first, but you'll get used to it with practice.

- Yes, sir! - Goodness...

Aram and Dabin, remember what grandma and grandpa said.

Okay.

Oh, Inok. When are you coming to Mirim's ramen house?

Soon.

You should come too if you have time.

You couples have fun.

"Mr. Mingi, where are you?"

"Did you eat dinner?"

"Kanghee went to her parents' home so I'm alone."

"Hate eating alone...Hing~."

Who's that? A girl?

Is that all you know?

Whoa...

Whoa, I got my wish.

I've been dying to eat ramen.

You could've eaten it elsewhere.

But they don't have your ramen there.

"Your test results will be out this weekend. Please come."

You've been taking the stomach medicine?

Yes...

Let's go.

Hi, Boram.

- You eat dinner, Boram? - Yes.

Long time no see.

Yes.

Long time no see, Boram.

The place is empty. Let's close early and rest.

No, go upstairs first.

If you're done eating ramen, please leave.

You forcing a customer out right now?

You came to eat ramen. You're done so please leave.

Go on upstairs.

Okay.

From now on, customers with personal agenda aren't allowed.

I'm not a customer but a friend.

I can stay for a bit as her friend, right?

- Male friends aren't allowed either. - Seunggi.

Not allowed as customer or friend?

Then I'm here as her CEO. Is that okay?

You hold such a grudge. If you lost, isn't it fair to back off?

Who's the one that wanted to play fair?

Mirim, thanks for the ramen. Bye.

Yes, goodbye.

Bye, Boram.

Why did you do that to Sukjin?

- What? - It's lame.

He'll keep coming here using his title as an excuse. You gonna let him?

Can you change the restaurant?

Not so hard. You'll break the plate.

Am I wrong? He lost so he should back off.

That's enough.

I have children's musical tickets. Let's go see it with Boram.

Can you go this weekend?

- At what time? - 4pm.

I'll pick you up.

Have to go somewhere during the day. I'll meet you there.

Where you going?

Untie the hair-tie before sleeping or your hair will fall out.

- Okay. Mrs. Inok... - Call her mom.

Oh, Mom will brush my hair every day?

Sure. Mom will brush your hair every morning and night.

Dad.

Wow, Aram looks so pretty with the hair brushed.

- All done. Go on the bed. - Okay.

Time to sleep.

- Sweet dreams. - Yes.

Lie down.

You must be tired. Get some rest.

- Hyungi. - Need to talk to me?

Heard Taeju came to school.

The kids told you?

Yes...what did you talk about?

Sit for a minute.

I've thought about it,

but it's too much by asking Mr. Taeju to not see Dabin at all.

It's better to find a reasonable middle ground. I mean, if he sues...

- He's going to sue? - No, if...

He'll be in Korea for a year so perhaps that won't be too bad for Dabin.

No way. What if Dabin catches on?

The kids knew you two were talking about Dabin earlier.

Staying like this could be more risky.

Not once or twice but a year?

Other family members will think it's weird too.

You said Mr. Taeju won't back down easily.

You have other options?

Think about it objectively.

We must cater to him right now.

I'll think about it.

Sorry for keep making you worry.

Are we strangers? We're family.

Let's only think what's best for our family.

How all of us can be happy in the future.

Okay.

You're crying over this?

Must think even your crying is pretty. Well, it isn't.

Okay. I won't cry.

Everything will work out. Let's believe that, okay?

Okay.

Why eat noodles for dinner instead of rice?

Kanghee was low on appetite so made it for her, but she went home.

Wouldn't have eaten had you told me earlier.

I'm just appreciative that you came, Mr. Writer.

You use hard words too?

I've been reading a lot lately,

so my linguistic skills have been upgraded.

The title, "Grandpa's Spicy Loach Soup."

The theme, "Realizing the Importance of Family."

Is this for elementary school?

Read it before you speak.

"As such, mom never returned

and Bokhee waited for days sitting on the stone."

A stone? Is this a folk tale from back home?

Not a tale. It's my story.

Your mom left home?

Yes.

When?

When I was 14.

"One day, I was very sick and longed for my mom.

And grandpa's spicy loach soup energized me like the cereal's tiger."

I wanted to eat cereal so much as a kid.

The cereal with the energized tiger on it?

Spent days coming up with that expression.

Is this an online comment? Don't try so hard and write as it is.

Ah, Mr. Writer...it's so hard.

Don't act all cute.

Quit now if it's too hard.

Well, except for the cereal, it's not bad.

Really? Whoa!

I can't say for certain yet, but based on the blood test,

your cancerous numbers are up and it could be malignant.

Are you sick?

No.

Think you are. Where are you sick?

Said I'm not. Aren't you gonna leave?

Really want me to go?

Go.

I'll sleep on the sofa.

What would your parents think by you keep doing this?

Well...

Mirim...can we just live together?

You still don't trust me?

Alright.

Gosh...

What else is there besides the energized tiger?

Gosh, it's been hours...I'm so dumb.

What are you doing?

What do you do when you can't write?

There isn't a way. Just think until it comes to you.

"I realized a dangerous wind has entered my body."

Isn't that a killer expression?

- You read it? - Of course.

Even highlighted as I read it.

When are you going to leave?

Why? Want me to go?

No. I might fall asleep while writing.

Geez...

Why is she sleeping here like this?

Hey, Boknam. Go sleep inside.

Gosh, I'm crazy. I am.

My mind...Snap out of it.

"Generally, the male gets the female's attention by singing, feathers..."

What male and female?

Hey.

Goodness. What are you doing here?

Heard you went to your parents'. Is something wrong?

My Mom's chronic disease.

- Is she sick? - Factitious Disease.

She called me up for a blind date.

But what are you doing here so late at someone else's home?

Boknam and I studied books. I'm off. Goodnight.

- Wait, Yu Mingi. - Yea, why?

Is anything going on between Inok and Hyungi?

Like what?

Never mind then.

Don't know if I can be as good as you,

but I'll be a good dad to Dabin.

The four of us are a family now.

We eat, sleep, and wake up in the same house,

and we'll never be separated, okay?

Oh, you startled me.

Bro, why are you up?

- Coming from your studio? - Yea.

Why are you out here? Should be asleep.

Did Inok kick you out?

Why would she?

You two argue then?

No...are we kids?

Oh yea, Kanghee said something strange.

What?

She asked if things were okay between you and Inok.

Really? She say anything else?

Wait. Is something really going on?

You sure Kanghee's son died?

How did you know?

Heard from Seunggi.

- Heard that's why she got divorced. - That cheap mouth of his...

It was very hard for them after the kid died.

And tried hard for another child but didn't work out.

So it became too hard for them.

I see.

But they still get along unlike a divorced couple.

Go get some sleep.

You sure things are fine, Bro?

It's fine.

- Did Seunggi come home? - No, not yet.

This dork stays out every night. Practically lives there now.

- What time does Auntie arrive? - At 4.

She'll be on your case again.

Wonder if she'll bug me too?

Maybe.

Want to grab lunch then head to the golf range?

- I have lunch appointment. - Really?

It still isn't the right time to tell me?

Gee...you still hung up on that?

There's nothing to say.

Something's fishy. Are you hiding something?

No.

Whatever, I can smell it.

You're making assumptions again. Geez...

- I'd better head out. - Isn't it early for a lunch appointment?

Have to stop by somewhere.

Han Hyunsu.

I owe you a big debt.

Thanks for protecting and taking care of Dabin,

and for being a good dad to him.

Don't know how I can repay you.

Lifetime of repaying won't be enough.

But Hyunsu,

what should I do about Dabin?

You think I should just let this go too?

Sorry but...

I don't think I can do that.

It's been a while since you went to bathhouse with grandpa.

Yes. Next time, Mr. Hyungi...I mean, Dad will go with us.

Yes. And Aram can go with mom once the cold is gone.

Yes.

- Dabin, hurry back from bathing. - Okay.

I'll drop off Dabin then go read a thesis at the office.

Yes, okay.

- Aram, stay inside until the cold is gone. - Okay.

- I'll come get you later, Dabin. - Okay.

- Go lie down in your room. - Okay.

Did Hyungi leave?

Yes. To read a thesis in his office.

Did you two fight?

No, Mother.

Then why would he leave you alone at the house on his day off?

- It's an urgent thesis. - You sure?

Of course, Mother. But what is all this?

This?

Well, it's a housekeeping book I've kept up to now.

But you do it from now on.

No, Mother. I'm not capable yet. You keep doing it please.

Hey, I've done it for 40 years. You want me to keep working?

Well, it's not that...

Collect communal living expenses from Hyungi, Mingi, and Seunggi.

You manage the living expenses at least.

I'd rather receive money from you.

Who likes to get living allowance from their mother-in-law?

You're neat and I'm sure you'll be good at managing money.

You do everything.

Your father gets pension, so doesn't need to worry about money.

Yes.

How much is your monthly income?

- Pardon? - Is it a secret?

- Do I need to tell you? - Nah...

- You know Hyungi's income? - Not yet.

Joint-income couples think it is okay to manage their own money,

but not me.

Might need emergency money but I'm against having side accounts.

- You shouldn't be talking. - Oh, goodness.

Father, where did you go?

Walked around the neighborhood.

Saw Hyungi head to his office. Is Dabin going with him?

My Father wanted to take Dabin to the bathhouse.

Yeah, it'll be lonely to go there without his grandson.

Starting now, put Hyungi's income in the savings and yours...

I'm not against working women,

but can you take a year off for the kids and Hyungi?

But she can't just quit like that?

- Slowly... - Honey...

Okay.

Entrance exams are over so you have no urgent lessons.

Wrap the lessons up by this month.

Don't want to?

Um...it'll be hard to right away. Can I cut them down instead?

I'll look out for the kids and the house better.

Yes, let Inok take care of it. Says she can do it.

Okay, fine. Where is the newspaper?

But it'll be hard for you to work and take care of the kids.

Do you have a superwoman syndrome?

No.

Then? Need the extra money?

- No, Mother. - Then do as I say.

- Hello. - Hi.

- Did you scrap hard, Dabin? - Yes.

Must feel refreshed. Gain any weight?

Gained 1 kg.

He's gotten taller too.

Wow, he'll become a man in no time.

Dad, what time are you leaving?

Uh, the appointment is at 1 so around 12:30.

You going somewhere, Grandpa?

Yea, I have an appointment.

Hello?

Sir, this is Kim Taeju.

Oh, Lawyer Kim.

Can you bring Dabin with you today?

- Dabin? - Yes.

Would it be possible?

He's with me right now. Think it'll work but I'll ask his mom.

Thanks for looking out for Dabin.

It's nothing. You can bring his aunt also if she's free.

Songhi too?

Okay, I will if she's free. Yes, bye.

What, Dad? He wants me and Dabin to come too?

You free?

I can have lunch. He is so considerate of our family.

He's a very thoughtful person to think of Dabin this way.

- Who, Grandpa? - Dad's friend.

You'll see him later.

- Oh, that must be Inok. - Really?

- Hi, Inok. - You didn't leave yet?

I will in the afternoon.

- You have a good bath? - Yes.

Heard you sent living allowance. Don't do that.

Why do something your in-laws would disapprove of?

It's okay. Hyungi and I talked about it before getting married.

Songhi, return the money to Inok.

Yes, sir.

Father, don't do that. It makes me sad.

You pushing me away now I'm married?

Still...

I earn money now, but I'll be unable to once I stop working.

Yes, Dad. Easy her mind by letting her.

Yes, Father.

Talk about that later. I'm taking Dabin to lunch with me.

You know Hyunsu's friend, Kim Taeju, right?

Yes...

I'm having lunch with him and he told me to bring Dabin along.

Why? I can't?

No, Father.

It's me. Heard you're having lunch with my Father.

Why would you meet him?

He called to have lunch first.

Should I have refused him wanting to eat lunch with me?

Then only meet him. Why have Dabin come?

I'm Dabin's dad.

You think I'd drop the bombshell to them?

Father has high blood pressure. He can't be shocked.

I know at least that much so will you stop?

Mr. Hyungi went overboard as well.

Though he's your husband, he has no right to tell me what to do.

He's Dabin's dad.

I told Dr. Yu to stay out of Dabin's business.

What?

How long have they lived together to play his dad already?

You think you deserve to be his dad then?

I may not deserve it, but I'm still his dad.

You decide. Should I say I'm his dad or his dad's friend?

Just this once.

And promise that you'll never tell him you're his biological dad.

Okay. But tell Mr. Hyungi to butt out of this.

You just keep your promise.

Inok, sorry.

I may look unshaken on the outside,

but I must be narrow-minded on the inside.

Dabin and Aram, aren't I pathetic?

Help dad to stay grounded.

Just this once. And promise that you'll never tell him you're his dad.

Okay. But tell Mr. Hyungi to butt out of this.

[Hyungi].

Hope this isn't too much trouble.

Having Hyunsu's kid-sister and Dabin here too.

Not at all. It's been lonely without my family here.

So it's very nice to see Hyunsu's family.

- Dabin, eat hearty today. - Yes, sir.

Hyunsu was very respectful.

Always thoughtful, focused, and an honor student in our club.

Only thing he lacked was social skills so he only had a couple of friends.

So can't tell you how happy I am to have met his friend like this.

Yes.

Dabin is different from Hyunsu. Very outgoing and social-able.

He is.

Inok is very outgoing and social-able.

Yes, she is.

Are you married? Since you came from the States alone...

I got divorced a year ago.

Oh, really? I apologize.

No, it's okay.

Any children?

No.

Mr. Taeju, were you close to my Dad?

Yea.

Friends with your mom too.

But why don't you two get along?

- What do you mean, Dabin? - Why not? They're friends.

That's right.

Dabin, let's eat. Eat.

Okay.

You like chicken, Dabin?

He loves chicken.

I see.

I do too.

You and I have similar taste in food.

It'll be okay. He promised he wouldn't tell.

After Hyunsu passed, Dabin helped me to cope.

Had Dabin not been there...

Dad...

Oh, sorry. My emotions got to me.

It's okay.

After Hyunsu died, Inok kept living with you?

Tried to have her leave,

but she stubbornly wanted to stay and live with us.

She's basically a daughter to me.

I see.

Heard you work at a law firm.

Yes.

If you ever need legal advice, let me know. I'll help you.

We'd better not need it. Thanks for the offer.

Are you healthy, Dabin?

Yes. Right, Grandpa?

Of course. Dabin is very strong.

Grandpa, the bathroom.

Want me to take you?

It's okay. I'll take you.

- Yes, sir. - Okay.

When did you first see Dabin?

At the wedding hall by coincidence.

Was surprised to hear Inok and Hyunsu got married.

Didn't know they were married?

No...I lost contact after moving to the States.

I see...then you saw her for the first time in 10 years?

Yes, pretty much.

- Can I ask a question? - Yes.

Were you, Brother, and Inok involved in a triangle relationship?

Oh, my Brother told me that Inok dated the club president.

That's right. I got dumped.

Ah...then went straight to America after getting dumped?

Yes.

They were in a triangle relationship, so why was he shocked that they married?

Inok and Brother got married soon after dating cuz she got pregnant.

Wait, was there an overlapping situation?

What is it?

Oh...nothing. Please eat.

- Shouldn't you get going, Songhi? - Yes, I should go.

Sorry but I have to get to work.

I'll invite you to our restaurant some time.

Oh, okay.

Thanks, Aram.

You can't wipe the big plates so just wipe second-tier plates.

- This is a second-tier plate? - Yes.

What a funny name.

Really? Your nose isn't runny now.

No.

What are you two doing?

I washed all the unused plates to organize and store them.

Wait, what about these? These were in the utility room.

If cleaned using a lufah and they can be used as new.

You find work to do. Just buy a new frying pan.

And did you pour lax in the bathroom?

- The smell is so strong. - It'll go away soon.

Hello?

Yes, Father. You here? I'll go outside.

Dabin's here.

Father!

Inok...

Lawyer Kim wanted to give us a ride here.

Mom, Mr. Taeju bought me a gift.

I see...thank you.

Why are you so awkward with a college buddy?

It's been so long.

- Dabin, bye. - Goodbye.

- Go inside. - Yes.

Hello, Father.

Oh, you know him, right? Lawyer, Kim Taeju.

Hello.

Hello.

But what brings you...?

Oh...Dabin and I ate with him.

Oh, I see...

I'll get going then. Bye.

Get home well, Father.

- What's that? - A gift.

- Mister... - Dabin's grandpa got it for him.

- Dabin, go to your room. - Okay.

- What is it? - A game player.

Sorry, Hyungi.

You knew that Dabin was with Mr. Taeju?

Yes.

But why didn't you tell me?

I found out at Father's house too. Taeju...

Taeju?

Don't call his name like that in front of me.

Sorry.

When I went to get Dabin, Father told me he wanted to take Dabin

to lunch with Mr. Taeju so I had no choice.

Didn't you say you were nervous Dabin seeing Mr. Taeju?

Mr. Taeju promised to keep quiet about being his dad.

I sent Dabin on that condition.

You thought it's unrealistic to forbid them from meeting too.

Think this is about them seeing each other?

You should've informed me.

Then I would've picked up Father.

And Mr. Taeju wouldn't have come to our house.

Sorry. I didn't think through.

Said you'll let me take care of this. That you'll be honest with me.

But why didn't you? Don't you trust me?

I do trust you. That's why I feel so bad and devastated...

If you do, don't do things behind my back.

Hyungi.

You may think I'm overreacting,

but it can lead to a big misunderstanding.

Don't want that between us.

I was wrong.

If you have something to tell Mr. Taeju, discuss with me first.

And I'll decide whether to talk to him or not.

Dad, buy me a game player too.

Yes, Aram. Mom and dad are talking now. Later.

Buy me it, Dad.

Dad and mom are talking right now.

Aram, go to your room. I'll be there soon.

Then you'll buy me one? The same one as Dabin's?

Aram, aren't you gonna listen to me? Go to your room.

Why make her cry? Let's go, Aram.

Aram, why you crying? Hm?

- Grandma... - Why you crying?

Dad scolded me.

Why? You do something wrong?

I asked for the same thing Dabin's grandpa bought him...

Well, what did his grandpa get him?

Game player.

Aram, you can share it with Dabin.

If it's not expensive, just buy her one. How much is it?

Aram, stop crying. Now.

Aram did nothing wrong.

It's Mr. In-law's fault for buying only 1 when there are two kids.

Hyungi, stay inside.

Aram, don't cry. I'll buy you one. Stop.

That's a girl.

Ovarian cancer?

Yes. Based on the laparoscopy, cancer has spread to the abdominal area,

and it is in stage 3.

You need to get surgery right away and get chemo-therapy.

Ms. Park Mirim.

Um...could I die then?

You have some chance for survival.

Though it has spread deeply, survival rates these days are higher.

Come with a guardian and schedule for a surgery.

Um...are you sure? Could it be a misdiagnosis?

- Doesn't it look fun, Boram? - Yes!

We'll go eat yummy food after this. Think of what you wanna eat.

Okay.

Why isn't she coming?

As of now, drug treatment alone won't be enough.

You need to get the surgery as soon as possible.

Hello?

Where are you? Why aren't you coming?

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

Why not? Auntie's watching the place. Is there a problem?

See it with Boram.

What's going on?

- We'll talk later. - Mirim.

What the...did something happen?

Dad, isn't Mom coming?

No, Boram. Let's go in.

This place changes so much. Looks different each time I come.

Is your health well?

More or less...

Oh, I heard Kanghee's in Korea. Did you know?

Yes.

You two meet?

I'm doing her publishing firm's legal papers.

Oh, really? How did that happen?

- Is she doing well? - Yes...

Have you decided where to stay?

Go to Great Hotel.

Just stay with me. You can use my room.

After a few days at the hotel.

What's the best date for the blind date? Have the female decide?

Told you I won't do it.

You said we can talk about it when I came!

The female is waiting. Want to make me look like a fool?

What will you do about Junie's passing day?

What did grandpa and Mr. Taeju talk about?

About Dad.

They talk about me?

Says you two are close. Is it true?

Yea, a little.

Mom, he likes chicken very much too. Isn't he similar to me?

Yes.

Think he likes me. And I like him too.

Myungja from America came?

Really? I wanted to see her when she came.

She does too and asked for your number. Want me to give it?

Yea, tell her. Let's get together soon.

Jang Myungja from America is here.

That's the one whose business went bankrupt and fled to America in secret.

You have good memory.

Was big news back then. Your friends lost their money from it.

Geez...but she succeeded in real-estate and paid them back with interest.

She has a conscious.

She's greedy but is reasonable.

You two were frenemies.

You'd get upset easily and fight quite often.

Goodness...you remember the oddest things.

Haven't seen her in 10 years so I'm curious. Has she aged much?

- You eat dinner? - Yea.

Why did you close the store early?

I'm coming down with a cold.

Is that why you didn't come?

- You take medicine? - I did.

Should've told me. I would've rescheduled.

Where did you go during daytime?

I have a light cold so take Boram home with you.

Okay, I'll drop Boram off and come back.

Don't. I'm going to bed after I take medicine.

Okay.

You don't have a fever.

Take Boram and go.

Okay. I'll come tomorrow then.

You have any pears?

I don't like that.

But it cures cold very well.

- Hurry and leave. I'm tired. - Okay.

Turn the heater on high to sweat it off.

Mirim, don't be sick.

What would Boram and I do if you're sick? Okay?

You're all Boram and I have. Sleep well.

Who's calling so late?

- Hello? - Jungsuk?

Oh my, it's you, Myungja.

Goodness, how can you recognize voice so quickly?

Geez, how can I forget your voice?

I heard you were back and wanted to see you.

It's good to hear from you. Are you well?

Of course. I heard you're doing well too.

Want to meet if you're free tomorrow?

Tomorrow?

- Okay, want to have lunch then? - Sure, I'll go to your neighborhood.

Great. Then we'll meet tomorrow at noon.

And I'll call you tomorrow. Bye.

What's gotten into her for her to contact me so soon?

You have facial masks, right?

- Gave it to Inok. - All of it?

Thought your skin glows even without it? That you hate Boknam's gifts.

Since when did you listen to me? You're no help.

Inok.

Inok!

Where did they go?

Said you'd let me take care of this. That you'll be honest with me.

But why didn't you? Don't you trust me?

- What are you doing? - Yes, Mother?

- Where is Hyungi? - Went for a walk.

Inok, you have facial masks?

Yes, Mother. Would you like some?

I'm meeting a high school friend and want to look nice.

I see. Here you go.

Okay, thanks.

What's going on between you and Hyungi?

Pardon? It's nothing.

You can't fool my eyes.

It's nothing, Mother.

- Mother. - Why did you go for a walk?

Goodnight.

What did Mother say?

She asked if something's going on between us.

Sorry. I won't let this happen again.

Okay.

Mr. Taeju hasn't called since then?

No.

Inok...I think it's best that we let Dabin and him meet.

Hyungi...

This is emotionally draining.

Let them meet once or twice a month at a set time.

Do that for a year and I'm sure Mr. Taeju will agree to meet Dabin after he's 20.

No?

Under the condition that he keeps it a secret.

Of course.

And Inok, promise me again.

I don't want you and him to get involved.

You know what I mean, right?

I do.

I'll meet Mr. Taeju tomorrow.

Okay...

Meet him once a month on a regular basis.

And of course, as his dad's friend.

Let's do once a month and occasional exceptions.

Twice at the most. Nothing more.

You saw him yesterday so we'll set the next meeting time and place

over the phone.

Told Inok that you should butt of this. She didn't tell you?

You are Inok's husband,

but I feel awkward talking about my son with you.

Dabin's business is my wife's business.

If it were you, would you just watch your wife go through this?

Inok also requests that you keep the secret. I'm sure you know.

Of course.

If anything happens to make Dabin suspicious, this deal is off.

Alright.

You haven't changed a bit.

Thought you went thru a lot but it's a lie. Look the same as 10 years ago.

Did you get rejuvenated?

Listen to you. You're showering me with flattery.

- You being generous cuz it's free? - Yes.

You must've been through a lot in the States. The girls told me.

Geez, don't even start.

I put my life on the line and worked my butt off doing everything.

You can't even imagine.

At least you succeeded and can look back smiling.

What success? I make enough to live.

Are all your children married?

All but the middle one.

The eldest is a dentist, second is a writer, and third is a golf lesson coach.

Those sons make me age, I swear.

Is your son married?

Yea, yea...

Have any kids?

Not yet.

My son's a lawyer. In Korea, they call it, international lawyer.

He has a 1-year contract with a law firm in Seoul.

I see. Your son was famous for being smart.

So what? Getting married and having a family has no relevance.

Is there a problem?

No, you know my family lineage. Taeju's the 3rd male generation.

He's young, it'll happen. Also, medical technology is so advanced now.

Oh, yeah! You still live in Yeonhee-dong?

Yup.

Oh...they have luxurious homes there too.

I'll be in and out of Korea often now, so thinking of buying a home.

Know any good ones?

Stop by our real-estate firm some time. I'll look for it.

Okay, I'll count on you.

Your traditional han-ok home was really nice.

- Want to have tea there then? - Sure.

- I wanna play too. - Hold on.

Dabin...

Dad said to play only 1 hour a day, okay?

Okay.

- If you break the rule, he'll take it away. - Okay.

Hello?

Oh, yes...Mother. I'm at home.

I'm going home with a friend for tea, can you prepare it?

Yes. How many people?

What tea should I make? Yes, Mother.

Mom.

Why weren't you careful? Let's go to the bathroom. Get up.

Why did you drink milk so quickly? You could get indigestion.

Let's wash.

Oh my...

Jungsuk, it's just like it was.

You maintained it so well. It hasn't aged.

See it from an expert's eyes. What should be fixed?

I know nothing about han-ok homes.

Grandma.

- Oh how pretty. Whose daughter? - My oldest's.

Oh.

Aram, say hello. It's grandma's friend.

Hello.

Yes, you're beautiful.

- And mom? - In the bathroom.

- Dabin spilled while drinking milk. - He did?

- Sit down. - Oh, okay.

- Mother, I'll do it. - Okay...

She went to America 10 years ago and succeeded big in real-estate.

I see.

She speculates American real-estate.

Are you two close?

We were on and off.

- Hyungi didn't come home for lunch? - No, he had an appointment.

- Bring the tea out. - Yes, Mother.

Oh, hello.

Hi. You must be Jungsuk's grandson. You're handsome.

- How old? - 9.

- What's your name? - Dabin.

Oh...

- Tea will be out soon. - Oh, okay.

- Did you greet her, Dabin? - Yes.

He takes after your son's good looks.

Yea.

This is my daughter-in-law.

Say hello to my friend.

Hello.

Wait, it's you...

You know each other?

Oh, goodness!

Oh dear...