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ALL CHARACTERS, ORGANIZATIONS AND EVENTS ARE FICTITIOUS

Let me go! Where am I? Let go!

Oh Yoon-hee! Sim Soo-ryeon!

Let go of me!

Where am I? What are you doing?

Sim Soo-ryeon.

Oh Yoon-hee.

What is going on? Oh Yoon-hee, why are you here?

How did you manage to get out?

I suppose you did a good job of acting like a lunatic.

Or did Dan-tae help you?

Did you help him kill Logan?

Logan.

You killed him, didn't you?

What are you talking about? It wasn't me!

You killed him. Did you think I wouldn't know?

Why are you doing this?

Why!

Thank you.

Get up.

I know you aren't dead.

What are you two doing?

-Why are you doing this? -The three of us finally got together.

Good work, everyone.

It's time to close in on that rat.

What do you mean?

We all got off to a different start, but we all want the same ending.

Joo Dan-tae's death.

I'm ready to do anything for that happy ending.

And I'm ready to work with anybody.

So what? Do you expect me to work with you two?

Joo Dan-tae started to make a move.

The 85th floor of Hera Palace is now under his name.

He'll be appointed as the sole chairman of Cheong-a Group at the general meeting.

Do you want him to take the entire group for himself?

Bring us evidence that he killed Logan.

Do whatever it takes

to approach him and find the evidence.

Why should I do that?

That's the reason why we let you live.

Do you want to help us

or…

die here?

What?

The choice is yours.

I'm always ready to get rid of you…

just as you tried to kill me two years ago.

Do I still seem like the same old softie Sim Soo-ryeon?

Can you do it or not?

If you betray us, I'll kill you myself.

You keep your mouth shut.

Do you know what kept me alive on the cold floor of the lock-up?

I gnashed my teeth dreaming of the day I repay Joo Dan-tae for everything.

You won't be able to kill…

Joo Dan-tae.

Ms. Cheon!

Because I'll kill him with my own hands.

Ms. Cheon!

Are you sure we can just let her go?

What if Seo-jin was involved in Logan's murder?

How can you trust her?

I don't.

But if we keep our eyes on her, we'll find out.

So why did you get me out?

You even changed the witness account.

The moment Joo Dan-tae got out, the legal system proved useless.

Meaning Ro-na may be in danger again.

You have to keep her safe.

Don't ever put faith in the law.

-I'll escort you to a hospital. -Unnecessary.

When is the general meeting?

It starts at 2 p.m.

Chairman Joo plans on dismissing all the executives on your side.

As long as I'm out here, he won't have his way.

-How much money do I have? -After selling the building in Gangnam,

Ms. Sim got 50 billion won as compensation.

The rest was also collected as a fine. There isn't much left in your account.

How is my account dry?

I own buildings in Myeong-dong, worth hundreds of billions.

Your properties are now owned by the Seongbuk-dong lady

and Chairman Joo.

So those two took everything that's mine?

Did you find anything weird on the day Logan died?

I told you to put a tail on him.

These photos were taken the day it happened.

The old man who sold rice snacks next to the vehicle seems suspicious.

An old man?

What about Eun-byeol?

Where is she right now?

Open up.

Delicious.

"TOEFL academy director"?

TOEFL ACADEMY DIRECTOR

I thought you should start studying for TOEFL soon, so I researched.

I keep getting calls since then.

Let's eat.

I love the bingsu here too.

It's our first time coming here together.

This bingsu is…

best when you eat it like this.

It's so good.

When were you released?

Wait, were you released for good?

Look at yourself.

I have no business with you.

Eun-byeol, have you been well?

Are you healthy?

How did you get out?

Your sentence was seven years.

Because of you.

I was worried sick about you, and I missed you so much.

Will you please look at me?

My dear Eun-byeol.

Why did you come and find me?

I forgot all about you and moved on with my life!

What do you mean? I'm here to take you back.

Who says I want to be with you?

I'm doing well with Ms. Jin.

I get to eat what I want and do what I want.

You have a mom. Why live with Ms. Jin?

Do you want to ruin your life?

You already ruined it.

You and Dad, the two ex-convicts.

What?

What can you do for me anyway?

Do you have any money?

Can you get me accepted into Seoul National University?

Seok-kyung's dad even took away our home in Hera Palace.

You were shunned as a vocalist, ousted as chief director,

then went to prison.

You're nothing but a disgrace and an obstacle in my life.

You can't even do anything for me. Why would you try to take me?

I'll bring everything back!

I have

never been poor in my life.

And money?

I can earn it back. I can do anything for you.

No.

Don't do anything.

If it hadn't been for Ms. Jin, I would be in a juvenile hall now.

Grandma declined to be my guardian. Who else am I supposed to rely on?

What has this woman done to you?

Let her go!

If you do anything to her,

I'll kill myself.

Eun-byeol.

I have never been happier in my life.

Please don't take Ms. Jin away from me too.

This is all I'll ask of you.

Ms. Jin.

Let's find another table.

Eun-byeol wants me as her guardian.

She asked me to help her run away from Hera Palace.

No. She wouldn't do that.

Eun-byeol's audition for SNU is next week.

She's been very sensitive, so please don't visit her again.

What's between you and Oh Yoon-hee? Did she send you to my house?

Did Yoon-hee tell you to ruin my daughter's life?

What if she did? Are you going to get revenge on her?

Was Yoon-hee really behind everything?

Logan helped me find this job, and he brought me here from the US.

Logan?

Then…

all three of them were together, including Sim Soo-ryeon?

I've been feeling sorry for not paying you a visit.

Do you want me to order you some bingsu?

Fine. I'd rather have you abandon me.

If you're with me, we'll end up being attacked by Dan-Tae.

The more I have to protect, the more weaknesses I have.

Until the day I take everything back,

I will never look for you again.

Open the door!

Open the door, Joo Dan-tae!

Joo Dan-tae! Let me in!

This is my house. Joo Dan-tae!

How dare you change the passcode?

How dare you? How dare you change it?

You can't damage someone else's property!

Get out of here!

Things will be bad if Chairman Joo comes. We'll get sacked!

Darn it. Come here.

-Don't touch me! -Gosh.

This is my house.

You two will end up bowing down to me, so just you wait.

CHEONG-A GROUP

Let us begin the general meeting of Cheong-a Group.

How on earth

is risk management done in this place?

Banks refuse to give us a loan, and our stock price is plummeting.

Cheong-a is on its last legs.

Are you going to sit around and let our business go down?

I mean, the owner is involved in a murder case.

No corporation can survive that.

This is exactly the kind of work

you're supposed to do with your high salary, Director Cho.

A company runs on its system.

If Chief Director Cheon was here,

things wouldn't be this bad.

I will not condone Chairman Joo's tyranny any longer.

How pathetic.

If you miss her that much, pack up, leave, and look after her in prison.

Chairman Joo!

Even as the chairman, you cannot treat an executive member like this.

If you have any complaints against me, you can turn in your resignations now.

I'm not looking to make you stay or take any of your advice.

From now on, Cheong-a Group will be run my way.

If you want to become homeless, say whatever the heck you want.

In order to save our company,

we must all work together.

Please feel free to share any ideas on saving Cheong-a Group.

Cheon Seo-jin?

Honey, I missed you.

What is this?

Thank you.

You helped me out in every way for my release.

It's all thanks to you.

What are you talking about?

Chairman Joo. Thank you for this interview,

the first since your release.

-I said that? -You returned quickly as CEO in the midst

of all the controversies.

The stock prices are falling by the day.

Don't you think your return may be too early?

Don't you think it's too early to ask?

It hasn't been long since he came back.

However, Cheong-a Group will change very soon.

We'll open up Cheong-a Arts Center, a world-class performance hall,

and take another marvelous leap.

Ms. Cheon. Is it true you gave Ms. Sim Soo-ryeon

-fifty billion won in compensation? -Some things are far from the truth,

but there are no misunderstandings between Ms. Sim and me.

Please explain rumors of recent trouble between you and Chairman Joo.

There is no trouble between us.

Those rumors are all false.

From now on, we will humbly beg pardon by keeping our family together,

as well as saving Cheong-a Group from this recent trouble.

We'll make more money and use it for good causes.

Please give us your trust

and keep your eyes on our future.

Smile for them, as if you're as happy as can be.

Thank you.

Thank you.

JOO DAN-TAE AND CHEON SEO-JIN REUNITED

CHEON ADMITS TO GIVING 50 BILLION…

See?

She hasn't changed at all.

No, she's even more wicked.

She went back to be with Joo Dan-tae.

They have no choice but to work together

to increase the value of their shares.

This was my aim.

You wanted this to happen?

I dried up all of her funds.

That's the only way she'll return to him.

Using an enemy against an enemy.

I'm going to attack the enemy by using another enemy.

I know Joo Dan-tae has provoked Cheon Seo-jin's wrath.

But she still won't work with you.

Do you think she will bring you the evidence of Dan-tae killing Logan?

Why do you pretend like you're so strong?

You aren't all right now. You're tormented by Logan's death!

You witnessed

the death of the man you love.

You can be honest when you're with me.

It worries me when you try to be strong.

I can't spare any time to cry.

My utmost priority is proving Joo Dan-tae's crime.

You prepared something so cute as soon as you were released.

We'll remain married only until Cheong-a Group is up and running.

Like a marriage by contract.

Who says you can do that?

I can either have this company delisted or bring its value back up.

It means if I can't have it,

I can end it with my hands.

You can't return to Cheong-a Group.

All the men who worked for you were fired.

Do you think I wouldn't know

-you came back here to stab me in my back? -I don't trust you either.

Simple. Let's use each other until we have the money.

If the stock price rises significantly whenever we show people a nice smile,

a bit of an act isn't a big deal, is it?

Weren't you going to up its value, then sell it off at some point?

I'm sorry, but bad news.

I have…

zero intention of working with you

ever again.

You'll regret this.

What is this?

Your disguise looked amazing.

I knew it, Dan-tae.

Who is this old man?

You know who he is.

Did you already forget?

Mr. Do is very good at his job. Well,

I guess he learned everything from the great Mr. Joo.

I was a little surprised.

I didn't think you'd kill Logan and be found innocent.

It was unfathomable.

Put the apartment back under my name.

And put me down as co-chairman of Cheong-a Group.

-Are you crazy? Why would I? -No?

Then you wouldn't mind if I sent those photos to Sim Soo-ryeon.

Never mind.

It'd be more effective if I sent these to Logan's family in the US.

I heard they have been obsessed with finding their son's murderer.

What should I do?

I liked the decoration and furniture at home.

Great work.

Right.

Who is it that came back with Logan?

Did you…

kill him too?

He was with someone?

My goodness. You didn't even know that?

Things won't be as much fun if there are too many witnesses.

Darn it!

What's wrong, Soo-ryeon?

No, it's nothing.

Mom.

Who are you?

How did you get in here?

Who are you?

He's Logan's older brother.

Wait, do you think I killed him?

I wish I killed him.

If I killed him

out of hatred and grudges, I'd feel much more at ease.

Someone who always called me

and worried about me every day suddenly disappeared from my life.

Do you know how horrible that feels?

I think to myself a dozen times a day.

"I should have stopped him from coming."

"I could have done something for him."

I'm driven mad with regret and anger.

Only if I can turn back the time…

Even if I can't see him again for the rest of my life…

If I could just bring him back alive, I would do anything.

Don't you know him? He wanted to take responsibility

for everything his parents did, and I trusted his sincere heart.

And we were…

I don't.

What has gotten into you?

Joo Dan-tae is a very dangerous man.

Soo-ryeon may fall back in danger.

I promised Soo-ryeon that I'll make her happy.

I'm only happy when I'm with her.

Please.

That money was meant for Seol-a anyway.

I never thought of that as mine.

I like her.

I like that woman.

I like her.

A lot.

And I want to use this second chance for Soo-ryeon,

with my heart

and my entire fortune.

Is there really something going on between Mom and Logan?

No, right?

That weird rumor isn't true, right?

I told you to give her your trust.

And you should trust her to the end.

Mom.

Sweetheart.

Have you been a brave girl?

Mom, are you well?

You look a little thin.

I went on a diet.

I missed you, Ro-na.

I missed you so much.

-You dimwit! -I'm sorry.

How did you not know Mr. Do had been following you?

Why didn't you tell me that Logan was with someone?

What if his company saw something?

You still haven't found him, have you?

I've been looking at the CCTV and dashcam footage in the area,

but he hasn't shown up.

Anything else?

There's no information about him other than the fact he was with Logan.

His name is Baek Jun-ki.

"Baek Jun-ki"?

Have you yet to hear about Baek Jun-ki from the police?

They haven't found him yet.

Where is he hiding now?

-And his immigration record? -Nothing.

There's a location tracker on the phone Logan gave him to use in Korea,

but he hasn't turned it on.

That means he's still in Korea.

We must find him first before Joo Dan-tae finds him.

Bang.

Bang.

Hey, Honey. Did you arrive safely?

How's the weather in New York?

You must be jet-lagged.

All right, then.

Me? I'm home, of course.

I just got in bed to sleep.

All right. I love you.

Darn it.

Get out. Go.

Go. Go, now.

Why are you here?

Don't you mean you're glad to see me after so long?

You've never visited me once because you were busy doing this?

I'm hurt, sweetie.

Hey, there she is.

Your mother.

What's going on?

Seo-young, what's going on here?

You're here, Mom.

You criticized me for having an affair, saying I'm a disgrace to the family.

But it doesn't look like your daughter is living a noble life either.

What?

"Your daughter"?

I believe her in-laws are very sensitive about things like this.

So?

May I inform them?

Their refined and gentle daughter-in-law is

in an affair with their son's driver?

-How dare you? Don't be so vulgar! -Vulgar?

How noble do you think I would live after even getting locked up?

You are such a refined woman,

you never visited your daughter once after she was sent to prison,

then you turned your back on Eun-byeol too?

How do you call this family?

What is it…

that you want?

Everything you took from me.

I want it all back.

Cheong-a Foundation…

and the building in Myeong-dong.

BUILDING TRANSFER AGREEMENT SHARE TRANSFER AGREEMENT

What are you waiting for? Sign both documents right away,

unless you want your precious girl's life

to end for good.

Mom, just give her what she wants.

Do you want to see me get divorced?

Mom, please.

BUILDING TRANSFER AGREEMENT SHARE TRANSFER AGREEMENT

I'll give you the building in Myeong-dong.

But not Cheong-a Foundation.

I already sold it to Sim Soo-ryeon.

How could you hand it over to her?

Bring it back!

Pay her 100 billion if you must and bring it back!

The transfer process has been completed.

Please, Seo-jin. Please end this here.

Please, I beg you.

Seo-jin, I'm sorry.

-Seo-jin. -She's still your sister.

-Seo-jin. -Seo-jin.

-We're a family. -Please.

Sim Soo-ryeon.

Why does it have to be you? Are you determined to become my enemy?

What's this?

What?

Do you think I poisoned it?

If you want to be a perfect fake couple, you should get used to this.

Don't do anything I don't ask for.

Do you think I wanted to do that?

As this is a contractual marriage, we need a cohabitation contract.

It's awfully unpleasant when you invade my space.

That's what I want too.

This time, the terms are on me.

Do everything on this manual to a T.

If you break any rules, I will deduct your share by one percent.

Sign this.

COHABITATION CONTRACT AND MANUAL

"Do not meddle with personal business."

"Do not eat at the same time at the same table."

"Attend any official events where either of the parties must attend."

"Smile as lovingly as possible when other people are around."

"Maintain distance when both parties are home."

"Pick up Cheon Seo-jin's call, no matter what happens."

"All assets will be divided at Cheon Seo-jin's call at the time

and ratio she wishes."

What is this?

Is this a slave contract?

This act will continue until Cheong-a Group doubles its stock price.

Once we reach our goal, we'll sign the divorce papers

and part ways.

-Keep your promise. -You keep it. I'm not some kind of a thug.

If you aren't a thug, are you a jerk?

-What are you saying, you bitch? -Don't forget.

I'm the one who can kill you or save you.

If you make me angry one more time,

the whole world finds out

about your little bombing attack.

You're something, aren't you?

ENTER PASSCODE

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INSTALLING

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Man.

Mom, did you already know

that Dad moved back to Hera Palace?

Seok-hoon, it's…

I lifted his restraining order.

What did you say?

Why not? Am I not allowed to?

He was found innocent for his murder charges.

He has no reason to stay away from us.

Why should we deny the court's decision?

We finally escaped from his abuse. Why are you…

doing this?

Seok-kyung.

If you wish, I won't stop you from seeing Dad.

But for Ro-na,

it's not a good idea for him to live in Hera Palace.

Why should I care about her?

She's the victim.

How can a victim live in the same building as her assailant?

You let Ro-na's mom lurk around.

If you can live with someone who killed your daughter,

-why can't Dad stay here? -Joo Seok-kyung!

Why are you yelling at me?

Seok-hoon.

You're going to the U.S. with Ro-na. Did you think I wouldn't find out?

All you care about is Ro-na.

You don't even care about me.

Why do you stop me from seeing Dad?

Did you forget what he did to us?

He even tried to kill Mom.

Haven't you had enough after what he did?

I need Dad too.

Mom doesn't want me to go to Seoul National University.

What do you mean?

That's not true. You misunderstand.

Why was Logan's family looking for you?

Is that also a misunderstanding?

What did he mean to you anyway?

Did you actually like the man who made us suffer?

Did he tell you to send Seok-hoon to the U?

Did you do everything to take the penthouse like Dad said?

Enough, Seok-kyung!

What are you doing?

Seok-kyung, are you all right?

Who do you think you are to hit me?

Happy now?

You've successfully divided us. Are you at peace now?

I'm not moving out of this penthouse.

This is my dad's house.

Goodness.

I see a lot of you.

I heard your mom was released.

So will you stay here?

If anyone has to leave, it's you. Why should I?

Neither you or your mom have any shame.

Right, I live here too, on the 85th floor.

You'll keep running into me by day and night.

Does that not bother you?

What? Are you looking for your bodyguard?

Don't come near me. I warned you.

Get away from Seok-hoon.

I don't know what you wanted when you approached my son, but…

Are you crazy? What are you doing?

I haven't forgotten every single thing you've done to me.

So don't take me lightly.

-I'll wait to see you get punished! -Brat.

That crazy bitch!

I should have made sure she was dead.

Great job.

Great job, Ro-na.

Great job.

D-7 TO SEOUL NATIONAL UNIVERSITY PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST

We're seven days away from SNU's performance test.

Je-ni's dad prepared

lots of delicious organic dishes

to bid good luck for everyone. Give him a big hand.

GET ACCEPTED, JE-NI

Thank you. Please enjoy the food,

and be good friends with Je-ni.

-Okay. -Okay.

-Thank you. -Thank you for the food.

Je-ni, what would you like?

Caviar? Lobster?

-Both. -Okay, give me one second.

This pizza is really good.

Seok-hoon.

I'm going to apply for SNU.

Really? Will you really take the exam?

There's no reason for me to run away. I'll work hard on it.

All right. I'll help you.

Thanks.

Hello, this is Ma Doo-ki.

How can you tell me this now?

What are you doing? Drink up.

Come on, drink like you mean it, Je-ni.

Yes, that's it.

Do you want to die?

Pardon?

Stop pigging out.

Sweetie, eat more.

You need to eat, recharge, and perform well.

I'm done eating. I'll get fat if I eat more.

I have to stay in shape.

I want to do I can to make up for the time we lost.

Stop saying no to everything.

Is this all because of mom's release?

Well, that too.

Our family is reunited now. We're untouchable.

Shoulders straight. Brace yourself.

Don't ever lose your spirit, okay?

Great.

Gosh, have I been studying too hard? I'm seeing things.

What are you doing over there?

What do you think you're doing?

You're still the same.

You're still rude and fearless.

Are you done talking?

It's a compliment.

No matter the situation, you're a girl who's brave and confident.

I hope you and Je-ni

can continue to be good friends.

You're friends.

JOO SEOK-KYUNG

If you don't, something bad will happen.

Where is the men's toilet?

See you later.

Mr. Yoo, you messed with the wrong person.

You'll regret what you did today.

CHIEF DIRECTOR CHEON SEO-JIN

CHIEF DIRECTOR CHEON SEO-JIN

Ms. Sim! I mean, Chief Director Sim.

I just heard the news

that you were appointed as the temporary chief director.

I wasn't informed in time, so I couldn't clean.

-I'm so sorry. -Mr. Ma, Head of Music.

Yes?

I need the student records of every single student

at Cheong-a Arts High School.

Could you have them ready now?

Why do you need the student records?

I see, you're trying to manage Seok-kyung and Seok-hoon's records?

In that case, do not worry.

It's me, ma'am. The records have been perfect

ever since Chairman Joo talked to me.

Everything from Reading Award to Good Child Award,

we gave them every award.

They also got 50 extra points.

I heard you lost your house on real estate speculation.

You still haven't gathered yourself.

-Sorry? -Mr. Ma, you will be dismissed

from every office you hold in this school.

And the reason is everything you just said.

Fabricating student records.

I did that for your kids… No, wait.

For your children, Chief Director Sim.

My principle is that

no one gets special treatment, even my children.

Since there was an unfortunate incident during Cheong-a Art Festival,

I call off the headmaster's recommendation for college admission.

That's all. You're dismissed.

This is unfair, ma'am.

All I did was devote myself to the school and the parents.

Also, I've played a part in sending so many students

to the prestigious colleges. So why…

You can't do this to me.

I'll complain directly to the Ministry of Education.

I won't go down alone.

So please, give me one more chance.

As an educator, you should not have bent over backwards for the parents.

I'm done listening to you.

Ma'am! Chief Director Sim, please!

He must be waiting now.

Mother.

Do you really plan not to go?

Why should I go there?

Did Kyu-jin save the country or something?

When I think about the money he blew, I stay up all night in tears.

I'm forcing myself to stop by because of my grandson.

But now that you're out,

I no longer need to check in on him.

Mother.

He'll be very hurt.

Father cut all ties with us the moment Kyu-jin got arrested.

He's just waiting for us to post his bail.

Don't even dream of it.

My son's in jail. His wife's out on probation,

and my grandson's a school bully.

How humiliating is this for a family of lawyers?

Don't come over for the time being.

Stay quiet until I call you.

Mother.

You can't just leave, Mother!

Mother!

I'm free of my in-laws!

I'm now free of my husband!

I'm free, finally!

I'm sorry, Kyu-jin!

You never served in the military, so you've never lived in a group setting.

You're already in there anyway,

so come back out a decent human being!

Good luck!

I wish you all the best.

Sang-A!

Gosh, why am I hearing things?

I'm home.

-Kyu-Jin got out on bail. -No.

Sang-A!

BANK OF SEOUL

Hey, Mr. Yoo!

Attorney Lee, you got out?

I should have visited you.

Your wife's out too, right?

That's right. I served my time

and got out to see you.

By the way, what's the black stuff on the surface?

That's a bad omen.

Some problem with the plumbing, I think. There's a funky smell, right?

I'll call Maintenance

and get it all fixed.

I'm sure they'll take care of it. Let's go.

Chairman Joo wants us there by nine. But darn it.

This rotten stench is really bad.

Do you think

it's from a rotting corpse?

Let's go.

Oh, boy.

Cheers.

Are you sure Cheong-a Group can make a comeback?

The stock price reached a new low.

It's killing me.

I trusted my stupid aide and bought in at the last minute,

and I'm totally doomed now.

But then again, who'd invest, knowing both the husband and wife

ended up in handcuffs?

Have you already forgotten who helped you get out?

Do you know how much it cost me to get your wives out too?

Don't get upset.

I'm just really worried, that's all.

One good piece of news is all we need for the stock price to rise again.

What good news? You talk as if it's so easy.

Do you have some strings to pull or what?

It's not something you can just whip out.

Dong-pil's old enough to know better.

He's older than me.

But he's such an idiot!

What gives you the confidence to keep talking like you know better?

If there's no good news, we'll make some.

Right, Mr. Chairman? Don't you have a plan?

Cheonsu District.

What? Cheonsu…

Not again!

Not that darn Cheonsu District again!

I lost tens of billions of won.

That's why my mom left me, and I had to quit politics.

It literally destroyed my life!

"Use what made you fall to rise again." Isn't that how life works?

Jeez.

-Did you look into it? -Here's the report on Opyeong District.

Everything's been going well since the redevelopment was announced.

The redevelopment of Opyeong District.

We need to flip it.

How does that make sense?

They have already flattened out the land

and started the work.

That's why we're all here now, to put our heads together.

How did you pass the bar exam with a brain like that?

Jeez.

The planner of our group

was always Dr. Ha.

That's true.

That jerk was a hypocrite, but he was very clever indeed.

I lost all my appetite for alcohol!

Why are you talking about a fool

who needs to rot in jail for much longer?

So I invited one more person.

The brainiac that you want.

Come in!

My gosh, how have you all been?

Sit down. No need to stand up to welcome me.

I'm flattered.

Ha Yoon-chul, what are you doing here?

When did you get out?

Just today.

I had the shortest sentence out of all of us,

so I'd say it was a long time coming.

Very nice.

Let's talk business first.

Mr. Yoo already briefed me on why you're meeting today.

I'm here because I want in.

Why did you invite that jerk without my permission?

How much did you tell him?

Two years ago, a Joseon kiln site was found near Opyeong District.

You know that, right?

How can we put a stop on that project?

I have an idea.

I did some thinking, left all alone in jail.

"What did I gain from pretending to be righteous and conscientious?"

I'm done being such a loser.

I've learned my place,

and I've decided to be

the worst scumbag of all.

Wrong answer.

I disapprove.

He has a knack for stabbing people in the back.

Don't you all remember how he betrayed us in the courtroom?

Chairman Joo.

Don't tell me you're convinced.

No one here

is as desperate as I am.

I lost everything.

My wife, my kid, my home, money, honor, everything!

They've even suspended my medical license,

so I can't even work as a doctor now.

So,

you're here to get back at us.

Am I wrong?

Hey, do you think we're a bunch of idiots…

Revenge is only possible when you have money and power.

I need to survive.

Gosh!

What can I do to earn your trust?

That psycho!

Shall I dig out my heart too?

Do it.

Stop.

You won't regret this.

I'll even lick your feet if you tell me to.

OPYEONG DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PLAN

-I'm not quite following. -You idiot!

WIRETAPPED

How many times must I tell you?

Look.

If an artifact is unearthed in the area…

The construction will stop at once, and excavation will commence.

Then they'll rediscuss the plan to develop Cheonsu District instead.

That's what we're getting at.

It's right beside the kiln site, so the artifact should be pottery.

I'll look into that.

We can find something through a fencer.

We'll need an excavator. I can drive it myself.

I'll hire reporters and civic groups who can make a huge fuss about this.

Hey. Ha Yoon-chul.

I can't stand you being so haughty any longer.

Tonight, we must set things straight.

Let's get our seniority straight.

I was born in October of 1978.

I was born in early 1978,

but you can be my senior.

I'm your minion!

The four of us finally got together again,

so we must score big.

Let's rake in all the cash until we reek of money.

Let's go!

You sound so eager.

Now that Dr. Ha is on board, this team finally feels perfect.

Cheers, everyone.

Here's to the grand return of Hera Club in its entirety.

-Cheers! -Cheers!

Hey, minion.

Why don't you sing for us?

Freeze.

Do you know what time it is?

Your wife's home. What did you do all day?

How could you come home now, reeking of alcohol?

Honey.

Darling!

My lady, this will be an unforgettable night!

Yes!

-Dad! -Yes.

-Je-ni! -Gosh.

Je-ni, my gosh.

-You're still up? -Hey.

Of course, I stayed up to wait for Dad.

Let's have fried chicken to celebrate our reunion.

Dad, I found an amazing chicken place.

Really? Then shall we?

No, this is not okay. Je-ni, I had a plan.

Come on!

Let me get changed quickly.

Order everything you want!

By the way, why did you come home so late?

Did you already start working?

I should get moving soon.

I had a business meeting.

The fountain in the lobby is out of order.

Does it happen often?

The fountain is out of order?

It was built with top-quality materials from Europe.

What happened?

I built it, so I feel bad.

I'll take it apart and see.

You're going to quit this, right?

Quit at once.

I'll bring us to the top floor of Hera Palace.

Well…

I'm still too young to retire.

And these ladies all insist on receiving my service,

so how can I quit?

Here, cheers!

I hope this business you're doing has nothing to do with Joo Dan-tae.

Of course not. Why would I?

You'd better not.

Stay far away from that scumbag, or I'll lose it.

That scumbag deserves to be shredded into pieces.

Honey, you're on probation now. You'll get in trouble if you do that.

So you'll keep hanging out with him? You were in jail for six years

because of that jerk.

-It makes my blood boil. -Is someone talking about me?

Are you listening or not?

Je-ni! Is the food here yet?

Wait.

He's so handsome and kind-hearted

that I can never relax.

I'm so worried. The performance test is coming up.

Can I lose weight before that?

Your kid is the one taking the test. Why should you lose weight?

As her mother, I should do something to help her stay motivated.

At our age,

we don't have the energy to work out.

And we can't lose weight by starving ourselves.

That's true.

Excuse me.

-Gosh. -What's taking them so long?

Hello.

Goodness.

How have you been?

Yoon-hee!

What are you doing here?

Don't tell me you work here.

I did hear you got out.

I didn't expect you to find a job so soon!

By the way, how did you manage to get out so early?

The law in this country needs to be stricter.

Even Joo Dan-tae and Cheon Seo-jin are roaming freely

after committing such crimes.

Are you okay with that?

I got released legally,

so stop being nosy.

How dare she speak to me like that? You're a murderer!

My gosh.

That scared me!

And that's why I suggest you behave yourselves from now on.

No matter what it is, the first time is always the hardest.

Please let me know if you need anything.

-My gosh. -That little…

Was that a death threat?

I thought she'd move out right away because Unit 4502 belongs to JohnBIO.

But it looks like she's here to stay.

Hera Palace is not a rehab center for criminals.

She must have had to pay a hefty deposit for a shop this size in Hera Palace.

-I wonder where she got all this money. -I wonder too.

-Did Soo-ryeon help her? -No way.

Why would she lend money to her daughter's murderer?

Did she win the lottery or something?

Did she somehow make money in prison?

She sure has a way with money.

No, be quiet for a moment.

I bet there's something huge behind her.

Long time no see, Soo-ryeon.

Thanks to you, I got to experience so many things

I never thought I would.

I see.

You know, we'll keep running into each other as neighbors.

So I think we should just let bygones be bygones.

We suffered and endured a lot in there.

You have no idea.

I see, it must have been so hard.

Is that what you wanted?

Let's be honest. You're not completely innocent yourself.

Oh Yoon-hee is already out of jail.

She now has her own shop, which she manages.

I must say, it's not really nice to see.

She has her own shop?

My gosh, you didn't know? We thought you financed it.

Who lent her such a huge amount of money?

I wonder if Logan left some money to her when he died.

Why would Logan do that? What are they to each other?

Oh, hold on.

Could it be that Oh Yoon-hee…

She killed him?

You ladies haven't changed one bit.

Do you still fear nothing in the world?

You'd better watch what you say.

That little…

Is she going to report us or something?

Why can't we talk about Logan?

Is he some sacred saint that we're not allowed to talk about?

-My point, exactly. -Go ahead and report us.

First, we'll gather accurate data

and find out why you gained weight in the first place.

We provide customized solutions,

so you can trust us and try our service.

What do you think?

Did you ask for me, sir?

Take a seat.

CHEONG-A GROUP

I think I was too harsh on you yesterday.

I did some thinking

and realized it was a great move to invite Yoon-chul to join the project.

Thank you for thinking of it that way.

How's Je-ni doing with her college prep? Does she need anything?

No, sir.

You've already given us a great home,

and you helped my wife too.

I have no idea how I can pay you back for everything.

I'm just trying to do things for Je-ni to make up for the time that I was gone.

Je-ni…

doesn't know that you served time

for murder, does she?

No, of course not.

I'll take it to the grave.

Right. I'll keep my lips sealed too.

You and I go way back.

Our kids will get accepted to SNU of Music,

so let's throw a party after their exam.

We'd be honored.

You have such a magnanimous heart.

I admire you, sir.

All right. You may go now.

CHEONG-A GROUP CEO JOO DAN-TAE

Well done.

So?

Do you believe me now?

I have Je-ni's dad

in the palm of my hand.

Yes, I see that.

I couldn't stand him acting like a big shot.

Are you going to tell me why you're here?

What does my daughter want?

Mom doesn't want me to go to Seoul National University.

She became the chief director and called off headmaster recommendations.

Of course, she'd do that.

You and that woman

don't share a single drop of blood.

And you bullied her real daughter.

So why would she want you to go to the school you want?

You're my daughter.

So obviously, she doesn't want you to be happy.

What would you do if you were her?

Wouldn't you want to ruin the girl?

Don't speak ill of Mom.

Get rid of that rat.

"Rat"?

Who?

-Bae Ro-na. -Bae Ro-na?

She's not even taking the college entrance exam.

She's had a change of heart.

I bet Mom convinced her.

Do whatever it takes to make her fail the test.

You'll do that, right?

My dear daughter, when have I ever

let you down?

Don't you worry. I'll take care of it for you.

I really want to go to Seoul National University.

With Seok-hoon. I must.

Yes. It's only right that you get in.

PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST

2023 COLLEGE OF MUSIC, SNU PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST

-Good luck! -You got this!

Best of luck!

Break a leg!

-Let's go. -Who brought their dad here?

Those bound to fail always make such a fuss.

As soon as I retired,

I felt as though my life was over.

But,

my husband continued to stay right by my side.

I'm the one who's so grateful.

Had she not been by my side when I was falsely accused,

I would not have made it.

I love you, Honey.

I love you more.

Honey…

Thank you!

Thank you.

May we take a photo of the two of you?

-Sure. -Of course.

Can you take one more from here?

Hey.

Shouldn't you be at your daughter's test?

What's gotten into you? I thought that would be your priority.

Shut your mouth.

-Okay. -I'll take another one.

Hey, Min-hyuk!

Ha Eun-byeol is here.

Hurry!

Is that Ha Eun-byeol?

Are you waiting for someone?

No, I'm not.

I just need you.

Why are you shaking so much?

I feel queasy. I feel like throwing up.

That's no good. Take medicine.

No, I'll just try to overcome it.

Ms. Jin.

What brings you here?

Oh, it's been a while.

Why don't we talk over there?

I'll be right back.

Are you here for the test too?

Why? Am I not allowed to be here?

You're here too, when you never apologized.

I got punished too, okay?

I was even sent to a juvenile hall.

Stop. I'm tired of your excuses.

Seok-hoon. Hello.

Hi, Ro-na. Are you ready for the test?

Eun-byeol?

The coward who can't do anything without her mom.

How hilarious. Look at that face.

What happened?

I thought you went back to the US.

Well…

I'm taking care of Eun-byeol now because her parents aren't around.

What do you mean? They have been released.

Why are you still taking care of her?

I don't think I'm obligated to explain such a personal matter to you.

Let's just stay away from each other. This is uncomfortable for both of us.

You know that Logan's dead, right?

Yes. It's such a pity.

When was the last time you spoke to him?

I think it was the day you turned yourself in.

I never saw him after that.

It's almost time, right?

Can I have my medicine?

I need to take it.

Yes, good call.

It'll help you calm down.

TOEFL ACADEMY DIRECTOR: MAKE SURE YOU GET THE JOB DONE!

JOO SEOK-HOON

Are you Joo Seok-hoon?

Yes.

You look a lot like your father.

All right, I'll see you later.

Don't be nervous.

Relax.

Hey, Joo Seok-hoon. You barely need to do anything to get in.

Why don't you just play the melodica?

Get lost.

Hey, the piano test is held over there.

EXAMINATION HALL

2023 COLLEGE OF MUSIC, SNU PRACTICAL PERFORMANCE TEST

JOO SEOK-HOON

What's wrong? Does your throat hurt?

-I want water. -No.

You need to drink hot water.

Oh, no. This water has gone cold.

-Hold on a minute. -I'll go to the car and get your scarf.

I'll be right back, love.

But I need to go in…

Gosh, they're too much.

Your dad seems to love you so dearly.

I really envy you.

I always wanted such an affectionate dad.

Don't talk to me.

But you know,

I bet it's a lie that he was in Dubai.

What do you want to tell me?

This may not be the right time to bring it up,

but I heard your dad was in jail for murder.

Cut the nonsense!

It's hard to believe, but true.

SHARE WITH YOO JE-NI

YOU'VE RECEIVED A VOICE RECORDING

Why don't you check for yourself?

There he is.

Je-ni doesn't know that you served time for murder, does she?

No, of course not.

I'll take it to the grave.

I'm not late, am I? They haven't called your name yet?

Here's your scarf.

Why are you so nervous?

Your face is all pale.

Don't worry. Just relax.

If my daughter doesn't get in, it's the school's loss!

Hold on.

-I need to use the bathroom. -You do? I'll come with you.

-Je-ni! -Are you insane?

-You can't go there with her. -Oh, right.

Why does she keep using the bathroom?

Is she nervous?

I think so.

May I have your attention, please?

The test for vocal music will begin now.

Please prepare to come in according to the number you picked.

Mobile phones and recorders are strictly not allowed in the room.

Please remove hair bands

and other accessories that could make you stand out.

Je-ni. You're ready, right?

JE-NI'S FATHER IS A MURDERER!

JE-NI'S FATHER IS A MURDERER!

JUDGE

JE-NI'S FATHER IS A MURDERER!

JE-NI'S FATHER IS A MURDERER!

Yoo Je-ni, I need you to get lost.

I can't go to the same school as the girl I once bullied.

I don't want to be called a bully forever.

Mom!

Hey, Ro-na.

Did it go well?

-Yes, I got the song I practiced the most. -That's great! Good job, sweetheart.

You have no idea how nervous I was.

Let's go.

Ha Eun-byeol, please get ready.

Don't be nervous. You got this.

You took your medicine, you know?

-Okay. -All right, best of luck.

What's going on?

Did you bring your phone?

No, I didn't.

Are you still going to deny it?

No, this can't be.

I swear, I left my phone in my bag in the waiting room.

You're disqualified. Please leave the room.

It really isn't mine! Please believe me.

Bae Ro-na?

-It was here in the morning. -Where did it go?

Bae Ro-na!

What are you doing?

Did you really have to do this?

Is this what you decided to do to ruin my life?

Why couldn't you just hit me and push me like I did to you?

I worked so hard for the past 12 years for this day.

Did you really have to do this to me?

Have you lost your mind? What's wrong with you?

Eun-byeol, what are you trying to do to Ro-na this time?

Have you not learned your lesson?

I've been disqualified from the test because of her.

I don't care what anyone thinks now.

What a petty way to take revenge.

Fine, I'll make you suffer the same.

I can't be the only one that suffers.

I'll dispute this.

You're the one who cheated, so you should be disqualified too!

Don't take it out on her when you failed the test.

Stop crying and explain what happened!

During my test,

your phone suddenly rang inside my pocket.

You set it up, didn't you?

You mean bitch.

-You're evil! -That's enough, Eun-byeol!

Don't be nervous. You got this.

You took your medicine, you know?

Ha Eun-byeol, disqualified.

Where did Seok-hoon go? Did he take the test?

-I don't know. Why isn't he picking up? -Please leave a message…

What are you doing here?

My dear children had an important test today.

Of course, I should be here.

-Seok-kyung, did you make any mistakes? -No, I think I did pretty well.

I'm spending some time with Dad. He wanted to buy me a meal after the test.

-Sorry you have to go home alone, Mom. -Don't worry. She's cool with this stuff.

Let's go.

Seok-kyung.

She'll be home late. She may not even come home tonight.

Yes, Mr. Hong.

-What is it? -Baek Jun-ki's phone was just turned on.

-We got his location through the app. -Where is he now?

Ro-na will be disqualified.

Eun-byeol too.

I knew you were behind it.

Eun-byeol is so dumb. She's nothing without her mom.

Hold on.

Who got the job done for you?

That's a secret.

Looks like Je-ni bombed the test too.

I may be the only one who passed.

It sure isn't an easy school to get in.

But my daughter will get in.

Do you know why your mom is so nice to the two of you now?

Why?

She wants to become your sole guardian so she can take

all the inheritance your birth mother left to you.

Mom's not that kind of a person.

I'm sorry to disappoint you, but it's true.

She also had something to do with your birth mother's death.

Then…

did Logan really kill my birth mother

because of Mom?

-Apologies. -Excuse the mess.

-Sorry. -We're sorry.

You're Baek Jun-ki, right?

Let go. I'm going to kill that scum.

Baek Jun-ki.

Who are you?

My daughter's there.

I won't let her see her father get killed. Never!

-There you are. -You said you'll kill Joo Dan-tae.

My heart still races like crazy when I see you.

Did you really kill someone?

A million times more!

I'm a father too.

Joo Dan-tae's loyal dog. It really suits you.

Please don't worry about my family or house.

-Ten billion dollars? -Ten trillion won?

-Logan's money disappeared. -How would I know anything about it?

Oh Yoon-hee took ten trillion won?

-Mr. Baek. -Logan?

It seemed like he really cared for you.

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