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[My Bias, My Boss]

[Production Supported by: Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism]

[Korea Creative Content Agency]

[This drama is a work of fiction]

[Child and animal scenes were filmed safely under expert supervision]

[CONVEPDELL]

Competition for spots among the new brands is pretty fierce.

We've received samples from over 30 brands this month alone.

I'm seeing a lot of knockoffs from the last Paris Fashion Week.

There were so many groundbreaking designs.

I guess they influenced a lot of Korean brands.

A brand that can only imitate others has no place at APPELLO.

Let's just consider these.

Okay. Ms. Seo, could you take care of this?

I'll join you as soon as I finish setting up the displays.

Got it. I'll get the models ready for their fittings.

- Let me know when you're ready. - Yes, sir.

It's very you.

It's not predictable... and it has its own identity.

That's how APPELLO started, remember?

I kept collecting clothes I wanted to wear, and it turned into a tiny select shop.

Now it's a platform carrying hundreds of brands.

The responsibility is much greater now.

And you've been handling it just fine.

I'm the one setting the direction.

But if you veer too far off course, everyone following you falls.

Yeah... I know.

I know we need to move forward together now.

Oh, yes.

Yes, sir.

I'll heed your wise words and make it more marketable.

[Episode 2]

A bracelet for the male model...

Make a note of that.

Got it.

And prepare a tie in a brighter shade, about this light.

Okay. Got it.

Thanks for your work today.

- Good work. - Thank you.

- Send me today's footage by text. - Okay.

Bye.

Okay.

DNX! We love you, DNX!

Here.

You dropped this.

Thank you.

Aren't you getting in?

Sorry?

Yes. I am.

Don't panic, Nam Da Reum.

Just act natural.

[Nam Da Reum]

- You're the new hire, right? - Sorry?

Yes.

Why weren't you at the welcome dinner?

I had a little too much to drink, so I left early.

Oh, I see.

Anyway... Nice to meet you, Ms. Da Reum.

How do you know my name?

I look forward to working with you.

I'll do my best.

See you around.

Yes, sir.

Goodbye.

Oh my gosh...

Oh my gosh!

I even shook his hand!

Oh my gosh!

I didn't freak out. I did great.

Good job, Nam Da Reum.

Goodbye.

[Wolha Silver Workshop]

Hey.

What are you doing here every day?

Thinking of making this your new career?

Maybe I should.

DNX broke up anyway.

Who even remembers me now?

Hey.

I did pretty well, didn't I?

You might as well open your own workshop.

Clean all this up before I get back.

Got it?

Did you hear me?

- Oh, hello. - Hello.

How much is this?

This is a workshop, so we don't sell finished pieces.

Another customer made this one.

It's the sign my favorite idol always adds to his autograph.

It's my birthday today, so I wanted it as a gift to myself.

Is there any way I could buy it?

I'm sorry.

Why don't you try making one?

I could never make one this good.

It's actually not as hard as it looks.

No, that's okay.

I understand.

- Thank you. - Sure.

- Bye. - Goodbye.

So it was you.

- Great work today! - You too. Get home safe!

You really worked hard today.

See you tomorrow.

See you tomorrow! Bye!

See you! Bye!

- She seems unusually happy today. - She does.

Even though our team's been swamped lately.

Min Ah.

Are you free to grab a quick beer?

Oh, beer!

No.

"No?"

You're the new hire, right?

Nice to meet you, Da Reum.

It was nice meeting you.

See you around.

See you around!

See you around, oppa!

See you, Da Reum!

Bye!

Are you really that happy?

Yeah.

You look like you won the lottery.

She basically did!

Fangirls like us out in the sticks can't even get into music show tapings.

And at concerts, they're so far away you can barely see them.

You've really made it, Da Reum.

So... Want to smell his scent?

Come on...

No, no!

- Me too! Let me! - No! You'll rub the scent off!

I'm the only one who gets to!

The first day I saw him in person.

I'm making this an anniversary from now on.

Weren't you always insisting he gave you that necklace?

So you finally admit you made that up in your head?

But there's no way anyone but Chan could've made this.

Excuse me!

Happy birthday.

Even his voice sounded exactly like Chan's.

Hey.

That's just your fangirl brain talking.

Maybe...

Anyway!

I finally met him for real.

Oh my gosh!

This isn't a dream, right?

That hurts!

- Not a dream. - That hurts...

This year's Best Employee trip is to New York Fashion Week.

New York?

Perfect.

Plenty to see...

and plenty of work to do.

The Best Employee trip?

What's that?

It's kind of an APPELLO tradition Director Lee started

when he founded the company.

Once a year, the Best Employee gets sent on an overseas project.

They'll probably choose someone in the first half of next year.

Thank you.

Min Ah.

Then...

Does Director Lee Chan go too?

Of course.

He's never missed one.

Who picks the Best Employee?

CEO Kang.

"CEO Kang?"

[Best Employee trip!] [Get on the CEO's good side!]

But...

Is it okay to change my goal this fast?

Of course it is!

Nam Da Reum.

You can do this.

First...

I need to find out what he is like.

Ma'am, this is for you.

Thanks.

I have a quick question.

What does CEO Kang like?

What brought that on?

I didn't make the best impression on my first day.

I want to turn that around and prove myself.

I see.

Let me think...

He only drinks the brown capsule from the machine in the break room.

The brown one?

Chocolate latte.

He has a sweet tooth.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Bribe Him with a Chocolate Latte]

Sir.

Would you like a chocolate latte?

I just made it.

No, thank you.

I only have one a day because of my blood sugar.

I've already had mine, so you can have it.

Okay.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Bribe Him with a Chocolate Latte]

He usually spends some time on the roof after lunch.

He likes to get about 20 minutes of sun every day.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Be His Sun Buddy]

You come up here too, sir?

Great view, right?

Yes.

I come up here after lunch to soak up some sun too.

We all need sunlight to stay healthy.

They say a lot of people don't get enough vitamin D these days.

- Nam Da Reum. - Yes?

You're distracting me.

Stop blocking the view.

Oh, okay.

Sorry.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Be His Sun Buddy]

He secretly likes it when people compliment his style.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Tell Him He Looks Good]

Sir!

That shirt and tie look great together.

You could walk a runway.

I pulled an all-nighter. It's the same outfit as yesterday.

Goodbye.

[How to Win Over CEO Kang: Tell Him He Looks Good]

Why is nothing working?

That shirt and tie look great together.

You could walk a runway.

Gosh...

I looked into it.

Nam Da Reum recently worked at SE Trading...

You can speak up. It's just us.

Right.

Nam Da Reum recently quit her job at SE Trading.

It feels like she's approaching me on purpose.

Could Director Kim have sent her to seduce you?

Seduce me?

That seems unlikely.

Exactly. That makes no sense.

Maybe she's using cuteness?

Trying to win you over by being cute...

That makes no sense either.

Then did she just come here to cause trouble?

How do I win him over?

Why?

I mean...

Every time I talk to him, he just says, "No, thank you."

He never gives me an opening.

It's not like I'm doing this because I like him.

I just want to be Best Employee.

What if he thinks you're hitting on him?

It's not that he won't give you an opening. He doesn't want to.

Is that why he keeps shutting you down?

No. He's like that with everyone.

There's a reason everyone calls him "The Cold Kang."

He's ice-cold.

Hey, hey!

Look at this.

Exclusive! Former idol and top actor A rumored to be gay!

His alleged partner, B, is the CEO of a fashion platform he founded.

Rumor has it he hired A so they could date in secret.

Gosh. This has to be APPELLO, huh?

It's obviously APPELLO.

Lee Chan is gay?

- Gay? - Gay...

Are A and B supposed to be Chan and your CEO?

What?

Oh my...

Are they dating?

What are you talking about?

Chan...

He is straight.

He said in an old interview

that his first love was an older girl at school.

Then what is this?

It's just some unverified industry gossip.

CEO Kang and Chan?

How does that make any sense?

No way.

Seriously?

Hey, get up.

Breakfast.

Now this is a proper meal.

What? You're not eating?

This is what I usually have for breakfast.

The drinking was just an excuse. You came here for this, didn't you?

Bingo.

Now that hits the spot.

This tastes just like your mom's cooking.

Man, I really needed a home-cooked meal.

Can I crash here for a while?

No way.

I slept on the couch because of you, and now my back hurts.

You could've slept with me.

Are you insane?

I'm late.

Clean up before you leave.

Hey, wait.

Take this. You didn't even eat.

- What is it? - A junior coworker gave it to me.

It should be good. It looked fancy.

Take it.

- I'm leaving. - Okay.

Clean everything up!

[CEO's Office A]

Yes?

The weekly marketing meeting is ready.

Okay. I'll be there.

Yes, sir.

Darn it...

Hey.

Take this back right now.

Yeah.

Since gorpcore is dominating this season,

we're thinking of taking the lookbook in that direction.

Hiking, tennis, and running have all been trending lately,

but they can come off a little too sporty...

So...

What's the bottom line?

- Sorry? - The point.

The point...

[How We Chose the Final Concept]

The concept for next season's visual shoot is camping.

"Camping?"

Sounds good.

From now on, keep your presentations under a minute.

The detail I want isn't a long explanation.

It's the result.

Understood.

Is that everything?

Yes.

This week, I want everyone focused on the APPELLO fashion show.

Let's get some behind-the-scenes footage and post it on our official channel.

Any volunteers?

One last thing. He likes people who take initiative.

People willing to step up.

I'll do it.

Everyone else already has a lot on their plate,

- so I'd like to take it on. - Good.

Since Da Reum is already helping with APPELLO's social media,

she could be a big help.

All right, then.

We're going to watch the rehearsal today,

so come to my office by two.

Yes, sir.

Da Reum.

It's your first time on set. Are you sure you'll be okay?

Sir.

I think it might be better if I went instead.

Let's give the volunteer a chance.

That's all for today.

- Yes, sir. - Yes, sir.

You've got this.

Sir...

Not a thing out of place.

Just like the man himself.

I can't believe I crashed here without permission.

I want to be Best Employee and go on one of these trips too.

What's this?

What's with that look in his eyes?

How can I make you see how I feel?

I love you, Chan.

I love you, Chan.

"I love you, Chan?"

How can I make you see how I feel?

I love you,

Chan.

That rumor...

It must be true.

Oh no. What do I do?

[No sensitive documents on the desk]

Did you come early to wait for me?

No. I just got here.

I left the weekly report right here.

Sir...

[No signs of a confidential data leak]

- Let's go. - Sorry?

Yes.

Let's go.

- These days... - Sorry?

Is it hard to find a job these days?

Yeah...

I guess it is.

With your credentials, you could easily land a job at a major company.

Oh, not really.

Is there any particular reason you chose APPELLO?

I wanted to learn more about myself.

Not just build up my resume, but figure out what I actually like.

So I chose what felt right to me.

And...

There was someone I really wanted to meet.

Who?

Sorry?

- Did you hear what I just said? - I wouldn't be asking if I hadn't.

What I meant was...

I wanted to meet people from different fields through work.

Something like that.

Sir.

Can I ask you something too?

Sure.

Why did you join APPELLO?

It started because of one person.

Was it... Chan?

But now, APPELLO is everything to me.

[APPELLO in NAMSAN]

- What's this? A prize draw? - That's right.

Keep up the good work.

Oh, like this?

Thanks for all your hard work.

This is so cool.

Is she really this innocent?

Oh, CEO Kang!

I can't believe you came all the way out here.

- Hello. - Of course I came.

How's everything going?

Great.

A small brand like ours could only dream of being in a show like this.

Thank you so much for this opportunity.

No need to thank me.

Your brand stands out. You earned this opportunity.

I see some new pieces.

Opportunities like this don't come around often.

So...

we even took out a loan to make a whole new line.

If it doesn't sell, we might not make it to next season.

Pretend you didn't hear that.

That won't happen. I'll make sure of it.

The moment people see these clothes,

I'll make sure they recognize go.co and fall in love with it.

I'm confident we can do it!

- Good. Keep it up. - We will.

- I'll see you at the fashion show. - Absolutely.

- Good luck to you too! - Thanks.

Good luck!

Why do you keep smiling?

I was just thinking fashion brands are a lot like idols.

- Idols? - Yes.

They command the stage and get hearts racing with their looks.

Most of all, their fans love them for years.

Think how hard everyone worked just to get on that stage.

I really hope this fashion show is a success.

I'll do everything I can to help.

All right, let's start the opening!

First model, enter on your mark!

Keep three seconds apart!

Go!

That looks amazing.

- What happened? - Cut, cut!

- What is it? - Are you okay?

Hey, go check on the model.

Yes, sir.

Let's use less dry ice!

Was that because of the dry ice?

Most likely.

Too much dry ice creates condensation...

So that's why Chan almost slipped onstage back then.

Let's wipe down the runway and have someone test it.

Is anyone on the crew wearing heels?

Should I do it?

Mine are pretty low. I should be fine.

Are you sure?

Of course.

You don't have to do it.

If one of the models gets hurt, it could ruin the show.

I'll walk it slowly and see if it's slippery.

- Do I go backstage? - Yes.

Thank you.

Da Reum!

Are you okay?

Yes.

I'm fine.

Why did you turn? You were supposed to just walk.

You could've been seriously hurt.

I know... What was I thinking?

There's still some moisture near the front.

You just need to dry this area a little better.

- Got it. - Okay.

Hurry up and wipe it down.

Then...

Yeah.

Everything may seem perfect,

but when it comes to love, he's awkward and vulnerable.

Lee Chan plays Seong Jun,

while Yun Cho Yi plays Lee Seo,

who grows through love's sweetest moments and its most painful goodbye.

The two leads of "Bittersweet."

Heart pose, please.

Look to the left.

Center.

And right.

Perfect.

We'll now begin the press Q&A.

Reporters with questions, please raise your hands.

We'll bring you a microphone.

Yes.

Even from the trailer, your chemistry is incredible.

Did either of you develop real feelings while filming?

Honestly, who wouldn't get nervous around Lee Chan?

I've been a longtime fan of his,

so I think that definitely helped with the romantic scenes.

Cho Yi is absolutely charming.

I think that charm really comes through in the drama.

If I met someone like Lee Seo in real life,

how could I not fall for her?

[Lee Chan and Yun Cho Yi: Real Sparks on Set?]

Great work today.

- Thank you. - Great work.

I'm heading out.

- Okay, bye. - Bye.

Great work, Chan.

You too.

I'll be right back.

Did you get the gift I sent?

I gave it to a friend.

What?

You've been ignoring all my calls. Are you going to keep this up?

Cho Yi.

We broke up.

You need to accept that.

No.

I won't accept it.

We're not breaking up.

I was serious about us.

Weren't you?

Not even for a second?

I had feelings for you.

But it wasn't love.

Why?

What's wrong with me?

Nothing's wrong with you.

We just weren't right for each other.

Cho Yi.

You're enough just as you are.

Do you know how hard I tried to make myself fit you?

And now you're saying we weren't right?

Is it really love if you have to try that hard just to endure it?

Find someone you can truly be yourself with.

You're unbelievable.

Acting all polite and caring...

You act like you're so noble, and now you're just walking away.

I...

I will never break up with you.

So you'll just have to endure it too.

Well...

Should we listen to some music?

Yes, I'd love that.

Wait...

[Incoming Call: Lee Chan]

Hey.

Where are you?

It really is him!

I'm almost at the office.

Where are you?

Me?

Well...

Why? We spent all night together. Do you miss me already?

"All night?"

Hey, quit messing around.

Why?

We were having such a good time until this morning.

"Until this morning?"

So what did you want me to take?

Forget it. I'll just throw it out.

You're better off not seeing it.

How can I make you see how I feel?

I love you, Chan.

Is he going to throw that card away?

[Dear My Light - DNX]

I can't believe CEO Kang really has feelings for Chan.

How did I end up finding out a secret like this?

You're still here?

Director Lee...

How have you been?

Good.

Oh! Hi!

Who was your bias in DNX?

What?

How did you know?

You were listening to one of our songs from ten years ago.

Was it...

me?

It was, right?

I knew it.

I'm doomed...

How did you figure all that out so fast?

Just... a feeling?

Oh my gosh.

This is so surreal.

You must've been a fan since you were really young.

When it's just us, you can call me oppa.

But still...

Then I'll just call you Da Reum.

That's okay, right?

Yes.

Oppa.

It's been over ten years since DNX broke up,

but someone still listens to our songs.

Thank you.

I've listened to them for so long, they're just part of my everyday life now.

When I'm walking or working, I just put them on without even thinking.

[Nam Da Reum]

Give me your phone.

Sorry?

I left it in the office.

There.

Text me.

Okay.

You will, right?

No way...

Seriously.

Is this really Chan's number?

Hey.

Nam Da Reum.

You're completely out of it.

A celebrity gives you his number...

What do you think that means?

He told you to call him.

You'll find out if you do.

Come on. You think he actually expects me to call?

He probably only gave it to me because I work at the company

and I've been a fan for years...

And?

I don't know.

Maybe he gave it to you because he likes you.

Think about it.

He could've just put it in your phone.

Why else would he write it on your hand?

That's totally flirting.

No, it's not!

That can't be it!

Well...

I should at least save the number.

Just save it, okay?

What?

Did you actually call him?

Hey! Don't!

Are you crazy?

Give it back!

- What do I say? - Say hello.

Hello?

Oppa...

It's... Da Reum.

Hello?

Isn't this Director Lee Chan's number?

Director?

Yes, this is Lee Chan's phone.

Oh, okay.

I work at his company.

Oh, you work with my Chan?

He's in the shower right now.

I'm sorry!

She calls him "oppa," then claims she's just an employee?

What a joke.

[Delete one item from your call history?]

What's the next scene?

Make sure you're ready for...

What are you doing in my dressing room?

The next scene.

Run lines with me.

We still have work to do.

- Want some coffee? - Yeah.

Let's go.

Da Reum...

- I told you not to! See? - Calm down.

He has a girlfriend, so why would he lead you on?

I told you it wasn't like that!

You're just as bad!

Now I've bothered him for nothing.

I'm doomed.

I'm so doomed.

You too...

When did I ever tell you to call him?

You did!

But...

Maybe this is for the best.

It would've been so awkward if Chan had answered.

Da Reum.

Aren't you disappointed?

Chan's human too. Of course he could have a girlfriend.

I just want him to date and be happy.

A true fan really is different.

You're seriously cool.

What time is it?

His drama's about to start.

It premieres tonight, so stay and watch it live.

What's with that look?

Are you serious?

You have no reason to feel hurt.

You've been his fan for 12 years!

Get a grip!

What if I bothered him by calling?

What if he thinks I'm one of those annoying fans?

Whatever. I need to stop thinking about it.

Wait.

I love you, Chan.

If Chan really has a girlfriend... then what about CEO Kang?

Is he really in love with him all by himself?

That's pretty sad too. Poor guy.

One Americano.

Thank you.

How long has he been in love with him?

Did he just want to stay by his side, even as a friend?

Sir.

Have this and cheer up.

You've got this!

CEO Kang!

You wanted to see me?

That's been up there too long.

I'm so used to it, I don't even notice it anymore.

I'll have it replaced as soon as possible.

I thought you didn't drink coffee.

Well...

It's not bad.

Good. One, two.

Great. Look toward the window.

One, two. Good.

Can you fix his hair?

Good. One, two.

A slight smile. One, two.

Great. One more!

One, two.

Perfect.

We got some great shots today.

The tones look amazing.

I'll go get the next set ready.

Sure.

Hey, give me my phone.

Here.

- Did I get any messages? - No.

Were you waiting to hear from someone?

No.

[Messages] [Unread]

I was going to buy her a meal...

Who?

Just...

Someone I owe a favor to.

Sir.

Please double-check the fashion show venue.

Okay.

Sir, you drink coffee now?

Yes.

It just sort of happened...

Go ahead.

Got it.

By the way...

Yes, sir?

What do you think of Nam Da Reum?

Her work and everything else.

She's extremely diligent.

She always steps up and works hard.

She's very cheerful too.

She actually asked me how to become Best Employee.

Best Employee?

Yes.

- Young Woo, are the materials ready? - Yes!

- Won Tae, let's go. - Yes, ma'am.

Da Reum.

Did you finish the promo messages for the APPELLO fashion show?

Yes. I made two versions for the day-of reminder.

Just a moment.

[Talk Friend]

[No results found]

Why aren't you sending it?

The file is gone.

"Gone?"

Yes...

I'll redo it right away.

I've done it once, so it won't take long.

You really did finish it, right?

The update goes out tomorrow, so send it by today.

I'm sorry.

Could someone have tampered with it?

No. That can't be it.

I must've deleted it myself.

[APPELLO Fashion Show Talk Friend Messaging Plan]

Forget Best Employee.

I can barely manage being a regular employee.

How does he work late every single night?

He's incredible.

That's strange.

I'm sure it was on the desktop.

I just wanted to borrow this.

No.

No.

Don't read too much into it.

[For Jangsincheon and Gudorim]

CEO Kang?

Don't you have an umbrella?

What brings you here?

I live around here.

Really? So do I.

Come on. I'll walk you home.

I'm okay.

Then you can go on your own.

No!

Why are you taking the subway instead of driving?

My car's in the shop.

Did you work late tonight?

Yes. Just a little.

At this hour, that's more than a little.

Do you have a lot of work?

No.

I made a mistake.

You're so thorough, I bet you hardly ever make mistakes.

I don't.

But I made plenty when I was new.

Mistakes happen because you're working.

If you do nothing, you won't make any.

Don't be afraid. Keep at it.

The work and the mistakes.

Thank you for saying that.

I was getting discouraged.

You're warmer than I expected.

"Than you expected?"

Yes.

Everyone's too intimidated to even talk to you.

You didn't know?

Still, this is surprising.

I had no idea we lived in the same neighborhood.

How have we never run into each other?

Bullying is the worst thing there is.

Do you even know how that feels?

Maybe we've seen each other before.

At a bar around here.

What?

No, if we had...

it would've been somewhere like the library.

I was such a model student, I only ever went to school and the library.

I didn't even know we had a bar like this around here.

How did I never notice it?

That embarrassing night...

Right. Let's bury it.

Sir.

Your secret...

I'll take it to my grave.

My place is right over there.

It's late. You should head home.

We're almost there anyway...

Keep the umbrella until you reach your door.

Thank you for walking me home!

You should get going.

Great work today!

The ground is slippery in the rain.

- If you let your guard down again... - Sir!

[My Bias, My Boss]

[#Epilogue]

This is the last train bound for Gudorim.

Passengers traveling toward Songdam should board this train.

[This Train: Gudorim] [Next Train: None]

There's no way she's here.

What's going on?

Our stage!

No!

Just a little longer, everyone!

- Is she pretty? - Oh, please.

Maybe she's just been too busy to text.

Unless someone's leaking our intel to SE, they couldn't know.

- Taxi! - Sir, you don't think...

there really is a spy...

Nam Da Reum.

As of this moment, you're fired.