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(Lovers in Bloom)

I'm going to keep in touch with my children from now on.

What did you say?

I said I want to see my children whenever I want.

So you have a choice to make.

Decide whether to allow me to do so or break up with me.

Good grief.

I knew that you'd be stunned by what I just said, but what can I do?

You can't tolerate it when there's anything I'm hiding from you.

I can no longer...

pretend that they don't exist,

but I can't lie to you and look for them behind your back.

So are you saying that you'd see them...

no matter what?

Even if that means we'll break up?

I'm sorry.

You're sorry?

Tae Jin.

(Episode 45)

Why aren't you sleeping?

Dad, can't you try to understand Mom?

Just like how you love me so dearly,

her children are precious to her too.

How do you know about it?

When Mom was ill a little while ago,

I heard her calling a name.

I asked her about it, and she said it's her daughter's name.

You must have known about it too.

She told me that she cut ties with them.

How is that possible? They're her children.

Does Do Hyun know too?

No.

Don't say a word about it to him. He'll make a big fuss.

He already hates her enough, you know.

He'll throw a big fit if he finds out that she has children.

Dad, can you just register her as our family on paper?

Goodness, you're so tender-hearted.

It's not that simple.

You have to be careful with whom you choose to date.

I'll collapse if you worry me as well. Got it?

It was because your dad was in love with someone else.

You and Sang Chul met again like this.

I guess the two of you are meant to be together.

I shouldn't have done what I did.

Is that what happened?

What? What are you talking about?

Do you remember when Ms. Oh first came to our restaurant?

Of course. She ate two pieces of fried chicken and left.

After that, she came by again asking for a part-time job.

What if she had everything planned from the get-go?

Hey, you're being unreasonable.

You're the one who asked her to be Grandmother's caregiver.

Even when she left, she told me that she didn't want to come back,

but Dad brought her back. Do you remember that?

Well, that was...

Dad is a very careful person. It's also strange that he wants...

to live with her when he just met her.

There are so many things that seem strange.

Gosh, Hee Jin. The game is already over.

- Why are you being like this? - No, it's not.

I'm sure there's something.

What on earth is there?

Wait, there is love. That's why they'll live together.

Hey, you used to like her.

I need to stay focused.

Hey, wait. I'll tidy up the kitchen quickly. Let's go together.

No, it's okay. I have to go now.

- Come when you can. - Hey, but...

What if she causes another trouble today?

I'm worried.

Hey, where's Baek Ho?

How long have you and Ms. Oh known each other?

- What? - Do you and Ms. Oh...

go back a long time?

- Hee Jin. - Are you her first love...

whom she said she can't forget?

Hee Jin, what are you talking about now?

Gosh.

My goodness.

Grandma, you knew about it too, didn't you?

What are you talking about?

Then what did you mean by what you said the other day?

What did I say?

I overheard you talking with Ms. Oh in the yard.

You said the two of them must've met again because they're meant to be,

and you regretted what you did.

Why can't you say anything?

I asked you what you meant by it.

Why are you being like this?

Isn't she the woman who distressed Mom?

The one who Dad liked from before he got married.

She's that woman, isn't she? Am I wrong?

Who told you such nonsense?

And that woman will move into our place?

What is the matter with you?

I don't know what you heard from whom,

but your mom got into real estate to make money to give to her family,

and our family went through such a hard time because of it.

That's not everything.

Come out. Let's talk.

Are you going to say she had an affair?

How did you know...

Whenever our relatives gathered, they talked about it...

in whispers.

Did you think we didn't hear that?

However, did you see her seeing another man?

With your own eyes?

What about you, Dad? Did you see that?

- Hee Jin. - You didn't even see it.

You abandoned our mom just because of what other people said?

Even though all the others ignored her,

you should've believed our mom.

She's the one who gave birth to me and Tae Jin.

How could you be so cruel and harsh to her?

What's wrong with you?

Did you just sit back and watch her being kicked out?

That's enough. Come out now.

Why is she saying such a thing all of a sudden?

Honey, please.

Hee Jin.

So, you're finally getting married to your first love.

You must be so happy...

that you're going to live with the woman you love.

Stop it. It's all in the past.

You're right. It's all in the past.

What can I do after all these years?

However, I can't approve of your marriage.

Why would you change your mind?

I wouldn't mind if you marry anyone else in the world.

But not Ms. Oh...

That woman who broke my mom's heart,

and ruined my mom's marriage.

I can never approve of that woman.

Stop it already.

Come here. Now!

Are you out of your mind?

What were you thinking?

How could you say that to Father?

It's not like you're a little child.

Even if Ms. Oh is his first love, it was before he got married.

You don't know anything.

You're right. I don't know.

You never tell me what's going on, so I wouldn't know.

Even so, your mom is no better.

Whatever the reason is, she left home when she was young,

and she has never visited you or Tae Jin ever since.

How would you know if she didn't or couldn't?

Hee Jin!

I'm very disappointed in you.

How could you do that to Father?

I feel so bad for him.

He's been so lonely all these years.

What's the point of raising you?

You wouldn't even do that to a total stranger.

You're his eldest child!

Mom, what are you doing up so late?

I just can't sleep.

Why aren't you sleeping?

My head hurts. I came out to take medicine.

Are you going to have a cold?

I'm sure it'll pass soon.

What are you two talking about in the middle of the night?

I was showing off my hat.

How do I look?

You look like Audrey Hepburn.

- Did the daughter buy it for you? - Yes, she did.

She has a sweet face, but she has a sweeter personality.

What is it?

I feel like having a cup of tea.

Go to your room. I'll make tea for you.

Thank you.

Why would you sigh so deeply?

Be honest with me.

What is keeping you up?

- The money Ju Young's mom repaid. - Yes.

I meant to give it to Su Hyuk.

However, I met the real estate agent earlier today,

and heard our landlord is likely going to raise our yearly rent.

Is that so?

He must be in a really difficult situation.

Or else,

he would never be that downhearted.

I have work to do.

I know you can't focus on your work.

Why did you do that?

It made me so sad. You're such a nice person.

What are you talking about?

Seeing her smile saying you rejected her broke my heart.

When I visited your office today, I met Bo Ra.

It's all over now.

I don't believe you.

It didn't seem like that.

Neither you nor she seems to have gotten over each other.

Get out.

Is this the carrot after the stick?

Drink it.

As you must know,

I don't have a big heart.

I can't get along with your ex-husband's children.

I don't even want that.

I don't expect my children to accept it either.

What rights do I have to act like their mom?

All I want is...

to be there for them...

when they need my help.

I'll think about that.

Oh, you're up.

Did Bo Ra go somewhere?

She stepped out early this morning.

- Where did she go? - I don't know.

Didn't you even ask her when she went out so early?

She often goes to the market early in the morning.

What's wrong? Do you have a cold?

No. I just coughed a little.

I think you do. You don't look well.

Everyone, good job in the hot weather.

You should go home now.

Officer Moo, did you volunteer for today's extra shift too?

Yes. So did Officer Choi.

Officer Moo, you must be really healthy.

In fact, I worked all night every day when I was your age.

I haven't seen you volunteer for extra work, Corporal Jang.

It's hard for me to work night shifts every other day.

I wouldn't be able to go on if I work extra shifts too.

Then, what makes Officer Moo so strong?

- She's a mom! - Corporal Jang has a point.

Women may be weak, but moms are strong.

You're going to volunteer for extra work when you're burning up?

I can take medicine.

Working hard is good, but this is too much.

Do you want to collapse?

I'll be fine.

Hello? Yes.

Yes.

What's this?

Mom gave it to me.

She said she inherited it from my grandmother.

She wants you to have it.

Isn't this a diamond?

I wanted to make it more special.

I'm sorry that it's too small.

Please don't be.

It's so pretty.

Here. Give me your hand.

It fits you perfectly.

I think this is what happiness feels like.

I can't believe I got a marriage proposal at my age.

And that's from you.

- Do you like it? - Of course, I do.

I love it.

I'm acting like a child.

You look like the person I used to know.

How did you know?

I prefer simple...

and sophisticated rings to the flashy ones.

I'm glad to hear that.

Thank you so much.

I'll be a good wife.

Ms. Noh... No, I mean...

Mother cares so much about us.

That being said, will you be okay if I...

keep working at Good Luck Chicken?

That way, I can help out Hee Jin and get close to her too.

I'm back.

- Where's Dad? - He went to the grocery store.

You studied hard today, right?

I hope you weren't distracted again.

Did you see it or what?

I'm already stressed out as it is.

What's so stressful?

- I'm looking for another tutor. - Another one?

You have to get as much studying done as possible during your break.

I'm so frustrated.

Hey, you're home.

Hae Chan, why are you so down?

It looks like Mom is trying to get me another tutor.

I'm not confident about getting better grades.

To tell you the truth, I don't find studying fun.

But Si Hoon, who always gets top marks, must find it fun.

He gets so excited when he solves difficult questions.

How did you feel about studying?

I heard you were always a top student back in school.

I'm not sure.

I don't think I found studying fun, but I didn't hate it.

When did you decide to become a police officer?

I grew up watching your grandpa,

and it made me think that I want to live like him.

I'm jealous. You turned your dream into your job.

Then am I like my dad too?

You know what? I have so much fun when I deep-fry chickens.

You're doing well. Don't worry so much.

Doing this back-to-back is just so wrong.

Even I'm this tired, but you've been doing this for days.

I have huge respect for you.

By the way, why did you volunteer for extra work?

Corporal Jang asked me, so I couldn't say no.

Do you really like her?

Is it that obvious?

Gosh, I should try not to be so obvious about it.

By the way,

Mr. Cha also likes her.

You didn't know?

He taught her kendo.

I also saw him giving her a ride the other day.

Those in Team Three told me this.

Apparently, he doesn't say no to women who express interest in him.

Word has it that he dates all women who make a move on him first.

Where did the time go?

- We're done. Aren't you leaving? - Right, I should get going.

What are you doing here?

Are you feeling all right?

I'm totally fine.

By the way, why are you dressed in that uniform?

A professor who taught me in university passed away.

I'm coming from his funeral.

You should go home and rest.

I couldn't because my partner is here.

Thank you.

Here's your morning coffee...

No, it's your early morning coffee.

Thanks.

How far did you have to go?

Busan.

Did you say Busan?

Why? Are you touched?

But why aren't you asking me?

About what?

I thought you'd ask me why I met Corporal Jang...

and what we talked about.

Why should I ask you about it?

Does pretending not to know about it...

change anything?

I don't think it'll change anything.

Are you still thinking about what I asked you?

I'm done thinking.

This coffee is good.

I'll be off.

I drove all night long, but you look even more tired than I do.

That's what working a night shift does to you.

So don't push yourself and volunteer to do all extra work.

If you keep this up, I'll actually get mad at you.

I'm totally fine.

Even I'm this exhausted. Are you sure you're fine?

I never asked you to come.

You should've just gone home.

You stopped me.

When did I stop you?

I couldn't help but come because I knew you were working alone.

I should go.

You must be tired. Just leave her here.

It's okay. Go back to sleep.

Mom.

Yes, I'm here.

Woo Ri, get some more sleep.

Why do you want to write your will all of a sudden?

I'm only getting older, you know. It's good to be prepared.

My blood pressure worries me too.

You never know what can happen in life.

Right.

As you know, my family is quite complicated.

I think I should sort things out...

before it causes any conflicts.

Don't tell Do Hyun anything about this.

Don't worry about it.

I told you to ask Bo Ra out. Why haven't you told me anything?

- Have your feelings changed? - No.

You should man up a little.

You can't win her heart like that.

What was the long discussion with Dad about?

This and that. Business matters.

I see. He told you keep it a secret. Am I right?

I'll be committed to being his attorney,

and I won't be your spy anymore.

Did my dad decide to give Ms. Heo...

It seems like you don't even know Chairman Jin as well as I do.

I know what worries you,

- but that's not it. - Is that so?

Why do you think he hasn't registered his marriage...

when he loves her so much?

Then, what's going on between them?

She would never say she'll leave him that easily.

Dad doesn't tell me anything either.

I'm dying to know what's going on.

By the way, how is Bo Ra doing?

I meant to talk to her this morning,

but she left so early.

Let's have a drink after work.

You don't look like the slacker I work with.

We should make money.

I'm going to become rich thanks to the slacker.

Do Hyun, let's get the contract no matter what.

I'll repay him the 40,000 dollars by any means.

Just wait and see.

However, what did you fight with Bo Ra over?

If you want to become successful, be nice to Bo Ra.

They say when a woman holds a grudge, bad things happen.

It might keep us from being successful.

Stop with your nonsense, and get back to work.

What is it? Is it because of the Dami Ad owner?

I'm not say this to make you feel better.

Bo Ra can never go against our dad's wishes.

You know how my dad would react if he finds out about him.

Do you know when was the first time she rebelled against him?

It was when Dad ruined her friend's family...

when she was in high school.

She can't even bear to watch others suffering.

Do you think she can ever let the man she loves suffer?

No, she can't. The more she likes Moo Su Hyuk,

the less chance they'll have to be together.

I don't know.

It seems very hard to change Bo Ra's mind.

What are you talking about?

I told her about Chairman Jin, but she didn't even budge.

Because I told you about the Dami Ad owner,

she looked at me with hatred.

How are you feeling?

- I'm fine. - Good. Here you go.

It's burdock tea.

I made it hot, so drink it whenever you get a chance.

Thank you, Mom.

Where are you going?

I'm going to give Su Hyuk some side dishes.

Give it to me.

You have to go to work.

It won't take so long.

I can stop by on my way to work.

Don't volunteer for extra shifts too often from now on.

We have to help each other when we're in trouble.

You work night shift so often.

I'm worried you might fall ill.

I'm fine.

When I go to work,

try to think of me as Woo Ri's mom, not your daughter.

You must feel so proud of me.

- See you later. - See you later.

I sure am proud of you.

You're raising a child when you're so young.

It's been a while.

Yes. It's been a long time.

What did you want to tell me?

You sound so businesslike.

All right. I have something to tell you.

I thought I shouldn't because it hurts my pride,

but I have to tell you anyway.

What's the matter?

- Bo Ra. - Do Hyun.

I think I have to introduce myself to you again. I'm Bo Ra's brother.

I know that.

You knew?

In that case, you'll understand me.

Do Hyun, let's go home and talk.

Stay out of this.

Are you dating Bo Ra?

If you say you are, you'll lose the contract.

If you keep dating her anyway, your life will be ruined.

So answer me wisely.

I have feelings for her.

(Lovers in Bloom)

- Are you seeing someone? - He's a nice person.

- As a woman, I think... - My project has been cancelled,

and I have to find a new office.

Marriage is reality.

A nice person doesn't necessarily mean a good man to marry.

Be careful. You'll be in trouble if you see Jin Do Hyun again.

Are you jealous?

Sir, you should put garbage in a garbage can.

Are you a police officer or something?

Yes, I'm Bong Woo Ri's mom.

Hey, kid!