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ITAEWON CLASS

ALL CHARACTERS, PLACES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND INCIDENTS

PORTRAYED IN THIS DRAMA ARE FICTITIOUS

EPISODE 4

Once you're suspended,

there will be no once. It's just over.

Business suspension?

I can just open it again.

It's no big deal.

That's impressive.

It does sound like you, Park Sae-ro-yi. You haven't changed.

A naive rough-and-tumble amateur.

I understand you though.

You went to prison because of me,

you got expelled from school because of me,

and you think your dad died because of me, right?

My gosh.

You know what?

You're right about that.

He's a middle school graduate, an ex-convict, and an orphan.

Poor Sae-ro-yi who ruined his life because of me.

Gosh, I feel so bad for you.

-Jang Geun-soo. -Gosh. You sound scary.

My goodness.

Do you want to punch me?

Like you did before?

Go ahead and do it. You're good at it.

Assault.

Go ahead.

Hit me. Give me a blow.

Punch me. Just do it.

Aren't you going to hit me? Do it.

Go ahead. Hit me.

I guess you've grown up.

Good for you.

You want to make a living with that tiny store.

You need to be patient, right?

Nine years.

I've been putting up with it the whole time.

And I'll do it for another six years.

-What? -I have a plan

for 15 years.

-What are you talking about? -The statute of limitations.

Stubbornness and foolishness.

I'll show you what it's like.

So you'd better

brace yourself.

What the hell is that moron saying?

What are you looking at?

Damn it.

Jeez, I got scared for no reason.

YONGGAK HIGH SCHOOL

So that guy's business will get suspended, right?

Because of us.

Since when was he your buddy?

And the punishment we got

is writing a letter of apology and running a few laps.

I have to say, he was right.

We're kiddies who can't even take responsibility for what we did.

He didn't even get angry when he knew about the suspension.

How could he be like that?

He's just a fogey who's full of himself.

What?

LETTER OF APOLOGY

He didn't even get angry when he knew about the suspension.

How could he be like that?

LETTER OF APOLOGY JO YI-SEO

DANBAM

You really didn't know?

I left it to you, and you took them in on purpose.

What is it then?

It's our fault.

8 YEARS AGO

I'd like to properly introduce myself to you, boss. I'm Choi Seung-kwon.

Hi, Seung-kwon.

Make yourself at home.

Yes, boss.

He looks like a smart cookie. It'll be good to have him around, boss.

All the youngsters these days look like that.

Hey, Sae-ro-yi.

He's a year younger than you. Take good care of him.

What's there to take care of?

That rude punk.

That was the first day I met him.

So this is your first time in jail?

Yes, boss.

It's not much different from the outside world.

-If you have any questions, just ask me. -Thank you, boss.

Well...

-Who is he? -Who?

Oh, Sae-ro-yi? He's a year older than you.

I hope you guys can get along, like brothers.

But he was kind of rude to you.

Which gang does he belong to?

He comes across as rude and cocky, but he's not one of us.

Don't get on his nerves and get into a fight with him.

-Yes, boss. -He's half mad.

What are you doing?

Reading.

What?

Why are you talking so casually to me?

I am reading a book.

-What kind of book is it? -Got something to say to me?

No.

You read all the time, so I was just curious.

There are many things that I want to learn.

What for?

For people like us who come from nothing,

studying is of no use.

I may come from nothing, but there are

many things that I want to do.

But no one

will hire an ex-convict.

You don't think

you have a chance because you're a poor, undereducated ex-con?

You can't do anything if you believe that is the case.

Why not decide after trying?

Your words sting.

Are you talking about me?

Are you lecturing me right now?

Of course not.

I'm just saying you shouldn't force me to understand your logic.

You little shit.

Jeez, I really don't like your attitude.

Why are you such a stuck-up?

You're also an ex-con who has failed in life.

So?

Is your life over?

-What? -You think your life is worth nothing.

Moron.

Okay, go on.

What will you do when you get out?

Work at construction sites? Work on a fishing boat?

Inmate 2294!

-Cut it out! -Who do you think you are?

Okay, I'm done.

Study? Do manual labor? Work on a fishing boat?

I'll begin with all of that.

I'll do anything I need.

You have no right to determine my value.

My life has just begun!

And I'll do everything I want to do.

Time passes by.

-My gosh. -Damn it!

Every day is the same.

Hey!

Come here!

And I was sick of it.

And then...

DANBAM

...seven years passed by.

Boss, what are we doing at Itaewon?

A guy I know opened up a pub here.

It's only right that I bring my boys for a few drinks.

Oh, right. Seung-kwon, you know him too.

-Pardon? -Hee-hoon, over here.

My goodness, look at you.

-It's been so long. -Have you been well?

Yes, I have.

I can't believe you actually opened up a pub.

My gosh, I'm sure this cost you a lot of money.

Everyone

is given the same amount of time.

You know Seung-kwon, right? You should say hello.

Have you been well?

But I realized that the depth of the time

he and I had spent

are completely differently.

Why do you come here to drink every day?

Why? Am I making you feel uncomfortable?

Are you kidding? You're helping me increase my sales.

Why are you so busy? There are no customers.

Join me for a drink.

You always come alone these days.

Is something bothering you?

No, not really.

I just enjoy watching you work here.

What?

I'm your fan.

What are you talking about?

I'm just impressed. You're doing what you want.

I want to live a proper life like you.

What's a proper life?

Not doing bad things

and working diligently.

I remember the day we first met.

-What? -You think your life is worth nothing.

Moron.

Are you still a moron?

I'm such a fucking moron.

What's wrong with him?

PARK SAE-RO-YI

THERE ARE NO RESULTS

DANBAM

THERE ARE NO RESULTS

I guess he just ignored what I said.

Oh, no.

He got expelled before graduation.

So we aren't technically alumni.

He was in high school ten years ago.

Jang Geun-won.

JANG GEUN-WON

ELDEST SON OF JANGGA CO. GETS ASSAULTED

POLICE ARRESTS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER

You think your dad died because of me, right?

"Attempted murder."

"Previous conviction."

JANGGA CO.

Ms. Kang seems to be meeting the stockholders these days.

Her father and I were friends for 40 years.

She's like a daughter to me.

That's why you should be more careful.

Don't you remember who built Jangga Co.?

It was you and Mr. Kang.

The company could've been hers. I'm sure she gets tempted at times.

That's enough.

I already have a plan of my own.

Okay.

By the way,

remember how Geun-soo recently got caught

drinking at a pub?

Do you know

who the owner of that pub is?

It turns out,

it was Sae-ro-yi's pub.

His business got suspended for two months.

He probably saved up really hard for seven years

so he could finally open up that tiny pub.

He won't have the money to maintain it.

He's done.

Atari.

You're finally pretty good.

No, I still have a long way to go.

Leave it. I want to take a look.

Okay.

I have to say, I feel bad.

He's suffering because of my family again.

Business isn't for everyone.

I'll be off now.

He should've drawn a bigger picture.

Pardon?

The borderlines are too weak because he focused too much on the center.

I wouldn't call this a good game.

Mr. Kim.

Yes, sir.

How is Geun-soo doing these days?

Welcome.

It's not like I want to fire him either.

But the minimum wage is going to increase next year.

So you want me to fire him even though he works so hard?

What about his severance pay?

What severance pay?

No one hires high school students these days.

We were nice enough to give him a job in the first place.

We're not paying for his insurance, and we didn't even write up a contract.

You're unbelievable.

You should be mean to him from now on so that he'll quit on his own.

What a joke.

I can't wait to see your frowning face

with your business closed down.

One, two, three, four

The business suspension starts tomorrow.

How exciting.

I'm not like other men I will call you first

You know it's because of you, right?

Yes, I know.

I'll go see you long as you want me there

I'll run to you and fly to you

I'll embrace you and give you everything I have

-Don't ever do that again. -Bounce with me

-Okay. -Bounce

Call me when you're lonely

What's stopping you?

You know I want you

-Just cancel the song. -I want you

-I really can't stand this. -I'll run to you

I'm sorry.

So tell me.

How long are you going to be like this?

It's in the past. It can't be undone.

How should we handle this?

I'm sorry.

I'll fire you if you apologize one more time.

That's great. Hurry up and apologize.

Here.

A two-month suspension.

Let's think of it as a chance to improve what we lack.

-Okay, Sae-ro-yi. -Okay.

Now, let's not stop the fun. Where should we go next?

-Another karaoke room? -No.

Do me a favor. Please don't sing.

Do you want to get fired?

JANGGA CO.

I was so shocked at the recent meeting.

-Because the chairman slapped Geun-won? -Yes.

He's never treated his son that way regardless of how immature he was.

I was really startled as well.

It's probably because Geun-won caused trouble recently.

Our stock price plummeted because of that.

Don't even get me started.

I still get angry every time I think of that.

Geun-won has been quiet for a while.

But he recently started going around telling people that he's the heir again.

So he just helped him get to his senses.

This proves that raising kids is the hardest thing in life.

I wouldn't know.

But I'm worried.

The chairman is old now. He's not clear-headed as he used to be.

Plus, his one and only child is a mess.

He's right.

The executives are very concerned.

They think we should start preparing soon.

-Prepare? -For the succession.

You're the best person for the job.

Yes, of course. He can't leave the company to that fool.

Then we'll go bankrupt.

There's no need to feel pressured. We just want you to know

how we feel about you.

Do you think the chairman will let that happen?

Aren't you scared?

Why would we be scared?

He's right.

If you agree with our plan, we'll support you all the way.

Do you have the guts to fight the chairman?

And that's not even the issue.

You think he's not as clear-headed?

Do you really think

the company will run fine without him?

Ms. Kang, please don't get the wrong idea.

I'll pretend like I didn't hear anything.

I'm not very satisfied with Geun-won either.

But I'm too young to be used as your cannon fodder.

My goodness.

That's not what we meant, Ms. Kang.

DANBAM

THE PUB WILL BE CLOSED FOR TWO MONTHS

-Five, four, three, -Five, four, three,

-two, one! -two, one!

-Happy New Year! -Happy New Year!

Hello, please show us your IDs first.

-Happy New Year! -Happy New Year!

Twenty years old.

I got accepted to all the universities I applied for.

I turned 20 as of January 1st, and I'm bored.

Here's why I hang around with these dumb brats.

Her dad is a chief prosecutor.

Her dad owns a clothing company.

I only befriend people

when they have something I want.

Hi.

Hello.

The food you ordered looks very delicious.

Will you let us join you ladies?

We'd like to treat you.

Sure.

BOGWANG KOSIWON BOGWANG STUDY ROOM

Congratulations on turning 20. What are you up to later?

She hasn't even read it yet.

The rent is 300,000 won with no deposit.

The dorm is about 4m2 big.

Why don't you say hello since we're here?

-Let's just go. -Okay, sir.

Three male strangers.

I'm starting to get really annoyed.

This fool is desperate for attention.

This jerk is just horny.

And he's just thoughtless.

I don't have anything against hook-ups.

Whether it's to fulfill your loneliness, desire for sex, or boredom,

it's just something people do

to satisfy their own desires.

It wouldn't be so bad

if they fulfill each other's needs.

But I don't want anything from these guys.

I'm so bored.

I wonder why.

Are you all right?

Ever since I met that guy,

I can't seem to find interest in anything else.

Hello.

-Hi. -Sweetheart.

Your pub got suspended for selling alcohol to minors?

Well, yes.

How unfortunate. You should be making money during this time of year.

-You're so unlucky. -Why are you rubbing it in?

What are you talking about? I heard someone called the police.

I'm just angry at whoever did that.

It's okay. Thanks to that, I'm able to take some time off.

You're so positive.

What would you like to drink? It'll be on the house.

-Really? Then I want... -Hey.

You need to pay.

Only guys get free drinks.

I'm jealous.

Your friends look drunk.

Yes, I know.

How about we go get some ice cream to sober up a little?

Yes, you should go.

We'll make sure your friends stay safe.

What a joke.

No, it's okay. I'm going to go now.

-Yi-seo. -Let me warn you just in case.

Her dad is a chief prosecutor.

Don't let your momentary desire get you locked up in jail.

This reminds me of the past.

What?

You used to like me back when we were in high school.

I still do.

Whatever. Are you drunk?

I'm just saying.

You always end it so vaguely.

Come to think of it, you never really asked me out.

Are you toying with me?

That's absurd.

It's just that we both prioritize our jobs.

And once my business goes well,

you'll end up losing your job.

It'd be fun if I asked you out...

What's the straight face for? I didn't mean it.

Don't lie to me.

You never say things you don't mean.

It's okay.

If I become jobless,

I wouldn't exactly be able to help you out.

But I'd still cheer for you.

Yi-seo, wait. Where would you go without public transportation?

I'm going to take a taxi.

And you know it's impossible to get a cab in Itaewon.

I'll keep you company until the buses start running again.

You should stay.

Gyeongridan Street is this way.

I can grab a cab there.

Why are you suddenly leaving?

Don't you like me?

No, I don't.

Why?

What don't you like about me?

Your face, the way you talk, your voice,

your pupils, teeth, eyelashes,

pupils...

Did I say that already?

I don't like anything about you.

Bye, then.

Hey, wait.

What a fucking joke.

Are you crazy?

Then why did you drink with us?

Do you know how much I spent on you?

You must feel like you wasted your money since you spent your entire fortune

trying to score tonight.

You can keep the change.

-Hey, stop. -Will you just...

Why? What's wrong?

You got on my nerves, so it serves you right.

Who do you think is going to help you now?

Myself.

My gosh.

You messed with the wrong person.

You think you're pretty enough to look down on me?

Let me teach you a lesson.

What a fucking loser.

Hey.

Stop right there.

Hey, stop. Hey!

UNDER REPAIR

This is so annoying.

You're dead.

You little...

-Hey. -Get off me.

You little...

Come with me while I'm being nice.

-Let me go. -Hey.

Hey.

-Yes? -Well...

Don't let her bother you. I need to talk to my girlfriend.

What? I'm not your girlfriend.

Hey.

Don't be like this.

You can go. She's just drunk.

Your cheek is swollen.

We had a small incident.

If you're done, you can leave.

I'd love to leave, but I can't help but feel bothered.

I'm wondering why her cheek is swollen

and why she's looking at me like that.

You see, I know her.

What's your problem?

Stop being nosy and just get out of here.

You tell me.

-What? -If I meddle in here,

does that mean I'm nosy?

You crazy bitch.

Hold on.

How nosy.

I can't do anything

if you stay quiet.

Okay.

Help me.

Okay, let's go.

Who do you think you are? I told you to get lost.

My gosh.

You fucking jerk. Do you have a death wish?

Damn it.

-Soo-ah! -What?

-Run! -Wait!

-What's going on? -Just run!

What was that? What's going on?

What is going on?

He just saved me from some crazy jerk.

I know you're a pushover,

but were you running around just to help her?

What?

Do you know her?

What?

No.

How would I know her?

I'm just upset that you only care about others.

Let's go.

What do you think? Do you want to call the police?

I'm fine.

Are you not hurt?

I got a good slap in the face.

It really hurts.

Well...

You should go see a doctor. Take care then.

Thank you.

We should get going then.

Wait.

I'd like to repay your kindness.

It's okay. You must be startled.

Just go home and get some rest.

No.

I don't like to feel indebted.

Would you like some coffee?

Hey, he says it's fine.

You're making him feel uncomfortable.

It's really fine.

Just go home.

You seemed interested in promoting your pub before.

I'd like to give you some tips.

It's my thing.

Well...

So you said it's your thing.

You must have an interest in advertising.

Yes.

I earn my pocket money with promotion on social media and websites.

What's the relationship between you two?

-What? -We're friends.

-I see. -But

Sae-ro-yi likes me.

It's been about ten years, right?

What?

Oh, I'll go get the coffee.

So you're famous on social media.

I thought you were familiar.

I saw you on the list of the social media models for Jang's Family Co.

Really?

Why did you not hire me?

But I don't understand why you're hitting on a guy like him.

Do you

like Sae-ro-yi?

Do I like him?

I guess I am hitting on him.

But I'm not sure if I like him.

I'm interested though.

Sae-ro-yi is attractive.

But

he's not someone whom a girl like you can deal with.

A girl like me?

What do you mean?

Well...

Those with a sheltered life who think that the world

revolves around them.

I guess you snatched some glimpse of my character through my social media.

I can't deal with him?

Are you talking about the criminal record of attempted murder?

Are you hitting on him knowing all that?

It makes him more attractive.

You're young, but it's not cute when you have no sense of shame.

His pub is suspended because of you,

but you don't seem sorry at all.

I know you're a pushover,

but were you running around just to help her?

What?

Do you know her?

What are you looking at?

How did you know?

We're friends. We know stuff.

You got caught drinking there.

He has to pay the rent with the store closed for two months.

Do you even know how much the damage is?

No.

He is suspended because of me.

How do you know that?

-What? -I thought it was strange.

He didn't tell you about me.

But why do you think he's suspended because of me?

-That's... -Well...

Is it you

who called the police?

What?

Why aren't you saying anything?

You should deny it.

You'd never do that to your friend.

If he's suspended,

he has to suffer a lot of damage.

So it's true.

I must have some supernatural powers.

-You... -I'm curious though.

Why?

Because his pub is across from yours?

Is that why you stabbed your friend who's liked you for ten years in the back?

That's unbelievable.

So what are you up to?

You still want to have a barrier around him.

You can't let others have him.

You know what?

There's no way you can have him.

-Why? -Because that's who Sae-ro-yi is.

He won't change.

But if he finds out what you did,

he might change a little.

Don't worry.

Like I said, I'm just a little interested.

What's wrong with the mood?

Did you two fight?

No. Why would we fight?

She seems amazing.

I can't even deal with her.

Sae-ro-yi.

The person

who reported your pub to the police.

It's me.

Do you still like me?

Yes.

There must've been a reason.

I don't know anything as long as you don't tell me.

I'm just a little

disappointed.

I should get going.

Are you all right? You don't seem fine.

See you.

Shall we go now?

You said you're interested in promoting your pub.

As of today, I've come of age.

I guess it's a perfect time to grab a drink.

What do you think?

You said you wish me happiness for now and always.

But this very sentence in your letter

meant a lot to me.

There's no way I can resent you.

You're just living your life.

And I'm always grateful.

It's so annoying.

You just went through something terrible.

Shouldn't you get some rest at home?

I'm fine.

We met again like this.

Aren't you upset?

-What do you mean? -A friend whom you liked for ten years

just betrayed you.

Betray?

I'm not sure if I can call it a betrayal.

She didn't say much,

but I guess I know what it was about.

It's just that she's committed

to her job and her life.

You sound so generous like Gandhi.

"I've liked you for ten years,

so you have to like me back."

This isn't about business.

Feelings aren't like a give-and-take deal.

Gosh.

I don't want to talk about her.

-What are you doing? -What brings you here?

I need to organize the ingredients when I have time.

What were you doing here?

I'm here to clean up. I was a little bored.

Do you even have time to feel bored?

Actually, I'm glad you came.

I'm soaked in sweat. Let's go to the sauna.

-What? -I'll pay.

Help me scrub my back.

Are you crazy? Why would I scrub your back?

What's not to like about it?

I'll scrub your back too.

I'm not going.

What?

What are you looking at?

I guess you don't have confidence.

What?

Nothing.

It's not just about size.

Go by yourself, you crazy idiot.

My gosh.

How did you start your pub?

I just

worked hard and save money.

And you've never worked at a pub before?

How did you know?

I could tell from the place.

Your pub has bigger issues than promotion.

Like what?

Everything.

You don't have the basics.

The basics?

The most important thing is to stick to the basics.

Can you be more specific?

I bet you've been doing this only with your passion.

The interior design is tacky,

and the employees seem dull.

The place has no character, nor basics.

How would it go well?

How do you know all this stuff?

You just turned 20.

I said I make pocket money with promotion on social media and websites.

Eating shows and restaurant reviews are lucrative contents.

Once I get the hang of the basic principles,

there's a thread of connections between things.

You're impressive.

Drink it.

I think I should stop here.

I drank too much.

You are a drinker.

I'm feeling good today.

It's sweet.

That means you had

a very impressive day today.

The pub's name is a problem.

DanBam?

-What's wrong? -It's just lame.

It doesn't suit Itaewon.

Why did you choose that name?

My life

is a little

bitter.

It's just too bitter.

I can't sleep well at night.

I feel nostalgic,

lonely,

and upset.

So my job is cut out for me.

There's no other reason.

It's just...

I want

my bitter night

and my life

to be sweet.

There it goes again.

My heart

feels strange.

Am I drunk?

I'm talking too much.

I should stop drinking.

Now, I'm

not drunk at all.

This guy with a buzz cut just sprawled out drunk.

But he looks cute.

This is awkward.

He says his night is bitter,

but I want it to be sweet.

I want to make

his life sweet.

The feeling I have now

is the most foolish thing that a human being can do.

And I can't

hold on to this impulse.

Do you like Sae-ro-yi?

I like him.

Gosh, it's a hospital room.

That was a dangerous dream.

Gosh, I feel much better now.

You've been wandering off way too much.

It's good. I actually look like a 20-year-old.

Being a model student doesn't get me a good boyfriend.

You said I should know how to have fun.

So?

Are you seeing someone?

-Why do you ask? -Don't.

Guys whom you date at your age are just useless.

I've always been curious.

Why did you marry Dad?

Because I loved him.

-That's surprising. -I was serious.

I mean, back then.

Why did you get divorced?

A person's feelings can be

very shallow.

They change depending on the situation.

After you were born, I got sagging skin

and more wrinkles.

Are you saying it's because of me?

I wanted to be a woman

who's always loved instead of a mother of a child.

So I got divorced. It's simple.

I guess you regret

meeting Dad.

Not really.

Two years of dating and seven years of marriage.

It was a short period of time less than ten years.

But I loved him and he loved me.

It's like the completion of youth.

Without the memories,

I don't have anything left for my life as a woman.

Like you did,

what if I fall in love with a mediocre man

and I--

Don't.

Don't ruin your life for something trifle like love.

You're too good for that.

My sweet daughter.

You won't make me sad, will you?

Mom, you're so selfish.

Life

is a series of choices.

Producing a result that matches your values.

People call it a good choice

or a correct answer.

I'm 20.

I'm still confused about values of life.

If the coin comes up heads,

I'll become a person Mom wants.

If it comes up tails,

Mom will be crying.

Did the coin came up heads

or tails?

Flipping the coin,

which one did I wish for?

I decided to call it tails.

DANBAM

I realized as soon as I saw him.

Did you go home well last night?

I didn't even need to hesitate.

Yes.

What brings you here?

I want to be with you.

What did you say?

Like Mom said,

I'm just too good.

Love and success.

I can achieve all those things.

I mean...

Feel sad just for a little while, Mom.

I want to

work here.

I will

help you achieve your dream, Boss.

He's not just a mediocre man.

I will turn him into someone amazing.

I will.

DANBAM

SPECIAL THANKS TO HONG SEOK-CHEON

Subtitle translation by Liya Choi

What bullshit are you talking about?

How dare you come here?

-Do you want to go clubbing? -Club?

Let's go!

You are just too picky.

-What? -Why?

Is he...

I'm like Zhuge Liang.

I'm Merlin and Rayleigh.

So it's all about taste.

But he just can't cook.

You have to make a decision.

He's one of my people. That's what matters.

No matter who it is, I'll make my decision.

So this is Park Sae-ro-yi's pub, right?

It is time for action, not words.

It's so annoying!

I'm not sorry for you at all.

Whatever you do, I'll be just fine.

You are always shining

too much.

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