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(Lovers in Bloom)

(Episode 72)

You want to transfer to another substation.

How could you make a decision without discussing with me?

What am I to you?

Do you not care about my feelings?

Mr. Cha.

How do you think I felt when I heard it from Mr. Lee?

You're uncomfortable to work with me as well.

I feel uncomfortable too.

If we can't work together, I think I should be the one to leave.

I admit that I made a mistake.

However, you're also making a mistake right now.

Maybe.

Nevertheless,

I lost my confidence when I went to your house.

Your parents and grandmother didn't welcome me,

but even if they did, I would've felt uncomfortable.

I don't think I can live with your family especially if I bring Woo Ri.

I didn't say you have to.

Are you going to cut ties with your family?

Goong Hwa.

I didn't know I would give up this easily.

I thought I could overcome any situations,

and told myself to get through it no matter what.

However, I'm sorry...

that I'm not that strong.

What choice do I have? This is who I am.

You don't have to be sorry.

You just have to wait.

- I'll sort everything out. - No.

I don't want to wait.

Can you just make me feel comfortable?

Goong Hwa!

I don't want to be a coward.

I think I'll be one if I'm with you.

This isn't me. I walk on eggshells around people.

That's not the person who you like.

No. Whatever you say won't change my mind.

I can never let you go.

We're going to end up...

hurting each other.

Did you make friends with the other kids?

What? Do they look down on you because you don't live there?

No. They don't say anything to me.

- What? - I've never talked to them.

- See you later. - Wait...

See you later.

- I think we're making a mistake. - What do you mean?

Did you notice how different he looks since he began the lesson?

He doesn't talk or smile lately.

That's how boys are during puberty.

Do you think you know boys better than I do?

You're right. Boys become short-tempered and blunt...

during puberty.

But they don't lose their smiles like Hae Chan.

So, are you saying that we should let him quit the lessons now?

It was hard for Mom to help him join that group.

How can I tell her he should quit?

Is she the only person you care about?

You used to resent her so much.

Is it your mom or her money that you like?

Baek Ho, how could you say that?

To be honest, I've been feeling so small recently.

I wasn't very competent,

but I feel too apologetic to face Father.

As for Tae Jin and Hae Chan...

I feel so bad whenever I see them.

It's the hardest thing to see your mom's eyes that tells me...

that I'm so incompetent that put you through hardships.

Baek Ho!

In fact, she doesn't just give me the eyes.

She tells me that to my face too.

Do you think it's right for her to treat her son-in-law badly?

Even though I'm incompetent,

- what is she so proud of? - Stop it.

You may be happy that your rich mom came back,

but it's hard for me and Hae Chan to bear.

Do you know that?

I'll do the rest. You can go and rest.

Why do you look so down?

Did you fight with Baek Ho?

Do you think we fight all the time?

You must be quite upset with me.

Your mother is very stylish.

You're lucky...

to have a mother that can help you out.

- What do you mean by that? - What?

Do you think I see her because I want her help?

Hee Jin.

Of course a mother could help her daughter out.

Isn't that a matter of fact?

Do you feel uncomfortable that my mom showed up?

You've gone too far.

I never felt that way.

It's true.

I don't mean anything other than I said.

She just reminded me of Ju Young.

I'm an incapable mom...

that can't afford a studio for my son.

I was jealous of your mother for being able to help.

I'll leave the rest of the dishes to you.

What are you calling me for?

All right.

I'll see you there.

Are you going out?

Yes, my boss wants to see me.

I think he has to talk to me about a new client.

Be careful.

Okay, I'll be back soon.

I didn't think we'd have to meet again,

but I can't help it because of the children.

What is it?

Hee Jin seems very worried about you.

She wants to move out,

but she can't seem to bring herself to tell you.

Hee Jin is my child as well as yours.

Does she have to walk on eggshells for getting my help?

I couldn't sleep after seeing how she's living.

- Look. - If I don't step in,

she'll struggle to raise Hae Chan without giving him apt education.

Don't you feel bad for Hee Jin, who has to tiptoe around you?

You may feel sad that we weren't well-off when the children grew up,

but I'm worried about the scars you'll give them.

I wouldn't worry about it if you were living alone.

I might even feel relieved...

that you're worried about them.

However, you aren't alone.

Chairman Jin is no normal person.

- Also... - What?

Did someone say anything about me being a mistress?

You're right, that's how I live.

Maybe it was because I was abandoned so cruelly.

I don't want to be registered as anyone's family ever again.

- Don't get me wrong. - About what?

Your son Tae Jin...

doesn't accept anything that is wrong.

That's why he's suffering hardships.

What if that proud and stubborn son finds out about you?

Have you thought about how hurt he'd be...

if he found out that you're living with Chairman Jin?

If you really want to do something for the children,

I'd like to ask you to understand how they must feel first.

(K Law Firm)

I'm glad you're here.

- What brings you here? - I feel like getting a drink.

This is the only place...

I can drink without worrying your dad will get upset.

Cheers.

So, my stepsister owns a chicken restaurant.

What about my stepbrother? What does he do?

He's a police officer.

He looks very good in uniform...

and he's a police officer with integrity.

Maybe that's why, but he doesn't want to see me.

It might get worse if you try to force anything on him.

It's the same with Do Hyun.

Some people seem to take a step back when you try too hard.

You've witnessed it,

how tense it was between Dad and Do Hyun at one point.

I don't even want to think about those times.

Do Hyun recently told me something.

He started feeling bad for Dad recently.

I don't know.

Will my children understand me if they know my situation?

I not only live with a loan shark,

but I'm called his mistress.

I don't think I'd be able to understand myself.

Mom.

You said you'd like to move out on your own, right?

Make sure to move out and live the way you want.

You don't have to get married.

Men are of no comfort.

Ju Young, to what do I owe the pleasure of talking to you?

I was cooking dinner.

What? Did you have dinner?

Isn't dinner ready yet?

It's almost ready.

Just give me a minute.

I have to go, Mom.

I was just wondering how you were doing...

and called to check on you.

Enjoy your dinner.

Of course.

I'm going to eat too.

Ju Young.

What brings you here without even calling?

I was just passing by.

- Let's go in. - No, it's okay.

I have to go.

Could you give this to Mom?

See you.

Ju Young.

What is it? Did you have something to tell me?

Here.

Why did you buy this? I can just eat what we have.

I thought you had to transfer buses to buy this.

Ju Young asked me to give it to you.

What?

I think he came here to see you,

but he left after giving me this...

even though I told him to come in.

Where were you?

Are you going to drink?

I need some alcohol to come up with good ideas.

What is it this time?

Is it because of your mother?

Actually, I bought some bread to give her...

and went to her house, but didn't meet her.

- Why not? - I'm not sure.

She's my mom, but I couldn't ask her to come out.

Gosh.

You're about to burst into tears.

I feel like crying.

Bo Ra.

You didn't even knock.

Of course, I didn't. I work with you guys.

Why are you drinking beer?

It's kind of work get-together since we began a new project.

Gosh, that's so mean.

We're on the same team. How can you drink without me?

Please sit down. You look like you have something to say.

I have a lot of things to say.

You two have a good time. I don't feel like drinking.

Gosh. He always ruins the mood.

- IML! - IML?

It's a toast.

I love you with my life.

Okay. IML!

- Bottoms up. - Absolutely.

Why did you come home without Bo Ra?

She said she had plans.

Speaking of which, what made you visit her today?

I came to check on her because you seemed to worry about her so much.

- Why? - You had a drink too.

I wanted to hear how she really feels.

You know that she rarely tells us how she feels.

So, what did she say?

Didn't she say anything about Jae Hee?

You should stop encouraging Jae Hee. That doesn't help.

Don't tell him anything unnecessary like you're rooting for him.

You said that Jae Hee would be a good match for Bo Ra.

It would've been nice if things went well.

What can we do about it? It doesn't seem like it'll work out.

You shouldn't go too far either.

What good would it do to tell him everything about us?

Think of the world we're living in.

You could get backstabbed if you let your guard down.

Why do you think Do Hyun hates Jae Hee so much?

Wouldn't there be a reason for that?

I think you're more naive...

than Do Hyun sometimes.

You know how Do Hyun watches out for me.

Why do you think he hates me?

Nonsense. He doesn't hate you.

Come to my office tomorrow. Let's have lunch together.

I should wash up and go to sleep.

Ju Young will be very tired tomorrow if he sleeps there.

I wonder if something happened to him.

He seems a little stressed out.

I should clean up the table.

I'll clean up and have a cup of coffee.

You didn't even eat dinner.

Would you like some ramyeon?

- Aren't you going home? - What?

It's getting late.

Well, in fact,

I don't know what to do.

I can't leave my car here, and...

Then, go home later when you've sobered up.

I'll get going now.

You're late, Bo Ra.

Yes.

Thank you.

For what?

Thanks to you cookies, I think the person...

who dotes on her daughter might fall for me.

That's great.

If it goes well, I'll give you a big present.

Tell me anything you want. I'll get it for you.

Are you serious?

You can't take it back.

You won't ask for my entire fortune, right?

I don't want us to fight.

I don't need anything like that.

Just do me one favor I ask of you when I need it.

Don't refuse to help me. Do you hear me?

Okay.

Why would you need me to make a promise?

You sound so determined and scary.

Hi.

Tae Jin, there's a problem between you and Officer Moo, right?

That's why you drank so much, right?

She said she wanted to break up with me.

I was worried when you said you would marry her,

but hearing that makes me feel bad too.

What are you going to do?

There's only one thing I should do.

I have to change her mind by any means.

She said that because I broke her heart.

In fact, how would we know what will bring us happiness?

How you feel matters the most.

When I see Officer Moo, I think I understand why you like her.

Thank you, Baek Ho.

However, Tae Jin,

do you know what Hee Jin and I fight over the most?

It's always about our child.

It's hard to raise my own child. Raising someone else's child...

I don't know. I don't think that would be easy.

Baek Ho.

Of course, you have a bigger heart than I do,

and many people raise their adopted children well.

But frankly, I couldn't even imagine that.

When Hae Chan rebels against me,

I hold back because he's my own son.

However, I can't help but feel like my blood is boiling.

It must be harder to raise someone else's child.

I think that's what worries our elders too.

Anyway, it's not an easy matter.

I know you don't want to hear this, but I'll say it.

Hee Jin resented her mom for such a long time,

but ever since they met again, she's been waiting to see her again.

That made me realize how strong parent-child bond is.

You must have a lot to think of already.

I'm just worried about you.

I know that.

(Chamsu-ri Substation)

How did it go?

Did you talk to Officer Moo?

She's still being stubborn, but I'll convince her.

What's the reason?

She didn't tell me why.

Didn't she tell you either?

- Mr. Lee. - Yes?

If she doesn't change her mind, I'll transfer to another substation.

What's the matter with you two?

Is there something going on between you two?

Officer Moo, do you have any worries? Why did you sigh?

Me?

She's right. You don't laugh or talk so much lately.

Officer Moo.

- How do you think of Corporal Kang? - Who?

You know the tall and handsome guy.

Corporal Kang isn't handsome at all.

He's only skinny and tall.

Hey. He's quite handsome.

He's a police officer, not an actor.

- Why did you ask that? - Corporal Kang...

asked me to set him up with Officer Moo.

He got divorced, but has no child.

His parents and siblings are living overseas. He's alone here.

As long as you two get along well,

there will be no one you should be worried about.

- I'm okay. - Why would you refuse it?

I'll arrange a dinner. Let's eat with him.

I'm confident that I'll get a few free drinks.

- I bet you'll be slapped thrice. - Stop it.

I think you're chatting too long during work.

Hello? Cha Tae Jin speaking.

This is Moo Goong Hwa's mom.

Could I talk to you?

I'm sorry for calling you out during work hours.

It's all right.

I came to see you because I got too worried.

Goong Hwa isn't getting any sleep or eating anything.

She rarely shows how hard a time she's having,

but it pains me to watch her.

I'm sorry.

I shouldn't have taken her to my grandmother.

What did you just say?

Goong Hwa went to meet your family?

So?

What did your grandmother say?

I'm sorry.

She must've disapproved of her since you're apologizing.

You should've taken her after getting approval...

or not take her at all.

How could you take her just because your grandmother wanted to see her?

You should've talked Goong Hwa out of it if she said she'd go.

You aren't taking good care of her at all.

I'm sorry.

It was my mistake.

She must've been determined...

if she went to meet your family.

Did your family say anything about Woo Ri?

No wonder she was in such pain.

What did Goong Hwa say?

I bet she wanted to break up with you.

I can't accept that.

Do you think I don't know my own daughter?

It's over if she said that.

This is why I wasn't happy when you started dating.

It ended up the way I thought it would.

I can't...

give up like this for anything.

If you really care for Goong Hwa,

give up and let her go.

Please.

I found you.

Can I lock you up just once?

This little lady wants to lock me up every chance she gets.

The person I wish would lock me up has no interest.

I'd let your mom lock me up right away if she wanted to.

What?

It's nothing.

Why are you going to lock me up?

What did I do wrong?

You're a thief.

What did I steal?

You stole a bike.

See. You don't see my bike anywhere.

I think you'll find it at home.

Fine, fine.

You can arrest me.

Here.

You are arrested for stealing.

Why you...

You have the right to an attorney...

and you can make excuses.

Who taught you that?

I saw it on TV.

I'm good at memorizing things. Do you want to see?

Night, off, night, off, night, off, day, day, day.

What's that?

It's my mom's work schedule at the substation.

I had no idea.

I can ask you when I want to know Officer Moo's schedule.

What about today?

She has the day shift.

Is that so? The day shift?

Wait. Night, off, night, off...

Say that again.

Night, off...

Grandma!

Hi.

You must be hot.

Hi.

What are you doing here?

I made Woo Ri a promise last time.

Grandma, I'm hungry.

Let's go in and I'll make you lunch.

Lunch? I'm hungry too. Can I get lunch?

The food you cooked for me last time was amazing.

Even the ramyeon you make tastes good.

I'm sorry, but I can't today.

I was just saying.

I have plans and have to go.

You should go since Woo Ri is hungry.

Here.

Bye. Let's go.

Goodbye.

Bye.

Goodbye.

Don't sell cigarettes or liquor to minors.

- Okay? - Yes.

Look over there.

- You must be hot. - Thank you for the drink.

You have to pay a fine the next time I catch you.

Good day.

Which station are you from?

The equipment you have on you don't seem from the police.

You are arrested for impersonating a police officer.

You have the right to remain silent. You have the right to an attorney.

If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you.

- Are you okay? - Yes.

I'm fine.

Stay still.

You're fine?

You drive me crazy.

Thank you.

Hello, Ms. Heo.

I got some nice tea and stopped by with it,

but Do Hyun must be out.

I think he stepped out for a minute. Should I give him a call?

No, it's fine. I'm just here to give him the tea.

I see.

How are things going with the woman...

Do Hyun has a crush on?

I'm not sure.

Do you know anything other than the fact...

that she's a mother and a police officer?

Officer Moo is the twin sister...

of Moo Su Hyuk, the man Bo Ra dated.

What did you just say?

I don't believe it.

How can this be?

Cha Sang Chul.

So you met him again?

Not just that,

but you even went to see a lawyer.

(Lovers in Bloom)

How could you not even tell me?

What's wrong with getting help from my mom?

Why did you do that?

I understand you, but you've gone too far.

- What is it? - You were right about Ms. Heo.

Let's end it now.

I know you're lying, so I won't do as you say.

- I'd like to move out. - You're leaving home?

You're unbelievable, Tae Jin.

I heard you met Woo Ri.

Don't take my friend away if you aren't going to be my friend.

- What are you doing here? - You should do better than this.

You can't get in between us.