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Mother!

Mother!

Tak Goo!

Mother!

Tak Goo!

Mother! Mother!

Don't ever set foot in this house again.

It's the only way both your mother

and you can live.

You're a very special kid.

You're a very special son to me.

What are you doing here?

I want to learn how to make bread too.

What?

I want to learn how to make bread too.

I'm sorry, Chairman.

No matter how much I think about it,

I think I should live as Kim Tak Goo.

So, don't look for me.

Take care and stay healthy, Chairman.

From Kim Tak Goo.

For our son.

By the way, can I ask you something?

What is it?

My mother told me

that the good people will win in the end.

Is that true?

If that's how you want life to be,

then that's how it will be.

Fate will bring us together.

We'll meet again if fate allows it.

I hope you find your mother.

12 years later...

He was stronger than I thought.

Some call him an iron fist.

Some call him an angry fighter.

No one knows where he came from

or what he did for a living.

Except...

Except what?

Nope.

Nope.

Nope.

Nope.

They say that he roams around.

Chungcheongbukdo and Gyeonggido,

looking for a man with

a pin wheel tattoo on his wrist.

If you see a man with

a pin wheel tattoo on his wrist,

leave a memo at the café

in front of the station.

- Okay? - Okay!

- What kind of a tattoo? - A pin wheel tattoo!

So, what's his name?

Kim Tak Goo.

It has nothing to do with table tennis.

My name means to seek what's noble.

Remember that.

Go and tell him

that if he wants to see the pin wheel tattoo,

come and see Big foot in Incheon.

What?

Go and see Big foot in Incheon

if you want to see the pin wheel tattoo.

Mother, I'm coming for you. Hang in there.

How have you been?

What kind of a grand welcome was that?

Do you think so?

You left this memo, right?

Where's the pin wheel tattoo?

Well... Uh...

If this was a lie,

I might just kill everyone on this spot.

Okay?

Are you Kim Tak Goo?

Where are your manners?

Don't you know how to greet an elder?

Never mind my manners.

Where's my mother?

Your mother?

Your mother?

Yes! Where's my mum?

Where did you take her?

Was that why?

Was that the reason why you beat

my boys all over Gyeonggi-do?

In order to find your mum?

Cut the crap and tell me!

Where's my mum?

I don't know. I just wanted to see you.

I heard that you messed with my boys.

I called you here to teach you a lesson.

So your mum cheated and eloped.

Look for her elsewhere!

She didn't cheat or elope! You kidnapped her!

Tell me before I kill you.

Where's my mum? Where is she?

I don't know.

You still don't know?

I don't know. I really don't.

Please don't kill me!

How could you not know?

You have a pin wheel tattoo!

How could you not know?

When I was in prison 7 years ago,

I saw a prisoner with this tattoo.

I copied it because it looked cool.

Look, it's a different shape.

He didn't have this stick part. I do.

I'm telling the truth. You've got to believe me.

You don't know where my mum is?

No.

You really don't know where my mum is?

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

Where is he?

Can I see him if I go to prison?

I heard that he was released a long time ago.

I heard that he quit his old ways and

is now working at a bakery in Incheon.

A bakery?

Yes, a bakery.

It's at... Uh...

I heard that it's a very popular

and old bakery in Incheon.

What was it called...

I think it's called Pal Bong Bakery.

You jerk!

I'm okay. I'm okay, Mother.

The pin wheel man is at Pal Bong Bakery.

Pal Bong Bakery...

Pal Bong Bakery...

Pal Bong Bakery...

Pal Bong Bakery...

Pal Bong...

Paper delivery!

Pal Bong Bakery.

Muffin.

Where did she go?

She was here a minute ago.

She ditched again.

We're short on people, but she ditched again.

Why, that little...

Stop right there!

What are you supposed to be doing right now?

I'm supposed to be working.

What are you supposed to do here?

I'm supposed to work.

Then, what were you doing instead of working?

I was going to taste the cake, Sir.

I invented this cake last night.

This is the perfect timing to taste it.

I'm cutting 50,000 won from

your pay check this month.

What? Again?

If you ditch again, I'm going to cut half.

But...

If you keep ditching from work,

I'm going to kick you out of the kitchen.

I wasn't ditching.

I was inventing a new cake.

Who gave you permission

to make a stupid cake?

Stupid? Did you just call my cake stupid?

Yes, I did.

Taste it before you call it stupid.

Taste it and see for yourself

if this cake is good or not.

Come on, taste it.

I don't have to taste it to know.

It's just a lump of cream that

you made to look fancy and show off!

What are you standing there for?

Clean it up and go to your station.

I'm not baking today.

I can't bake in this mood today.

Yang Mi Sun! Stop right there!

Why did you kick her out like that?

We're short on people!

We should get back to work.

Let's get back to work.

He's just a strong, ignorant man!

He doesn't know anything about creativity!

I'm going to quit this stupid bakery!

What's that sound?

What's wrong, Mi Sun?

Did you fall down? Are you okay?

Father, look! He's dead!

What?

No, he's not dead! I can feel his pulse!

He got beaten up badly.

He's a mess.

He's moving! He's alive!

Is he okay? Stay still.

Where's Mr. Han?

He's busy preparing for the company ceremony.

He doesn't even know that I'm coming?

Well, uh...

We'll be better off without him.

What do you mean?

Assemblyman Kim and I have been

friends for 20 years.

He's also hated by the current government.

Since when did we start

mixing business with politics?

I'm saying that we should be practical.

Besides, the company isn't

doing well nowadays.

You don't have to worry about that.

You're the head of the PR department, and

that's all you need to be concerned about.

Father.

We're at work, and I'm your boss.

Send out the invitations as I instructed.

Understand?

Yes, Chairman.

Don't forget to send me a copy

when the invitation cards come out.

I'd like to hand the invitation to

my teacher myself.

I don't understand

the young workers nowadays.

Jag Yeong has a point.

Yes, but it's not

ethical or based on a principle.

You have a meeting with Mr. Choi

of Jeil Starch in the afternoon.

I know.

Honey.

When did you get here?

Not long ago.

How have you been?

I had to cut my trip

short to make it to the ceremony.

I stopped by Tokyo to say hi

to Ma Jun before I came.

I see.

How's the ceremony planning going?

My employees are doing all the work.

Aren't you going to ask about Ma Jun?

How is he doing?

He's doing fine.

He's doing well in school.

He's getting used to life in Tokyo too.

We should visit him sometime and...

I don't think I can have dinner with you tonight.

I wasn't even looking forward to it.

I came back after a 2 months trip.

You haven't seen me in 2 months.

Can't you even look at me for a minute?

You can tell me about your trip later at home.

I have an important meeting in 10 minutes.

You should've at least

asked me how my trip went.

That's the least you can do.

I said,

I have an important meeting in 10 minutes.

Are you going to keep going?

I guess 2 months was too short for us.

I'm sorry I couldn't go to the airport.

The meeting ran long.

I'm glad you look well.

I was worried because the trip lasted

longer than I expected.

Ma Jun disappeared.

I stopped by Japan on my way back,

but he was nowhere to be found.

He took a leave of absence

from school and disappeared.

I think he might be in Seoul.

We only have a week

until the company ceremony.

We have to find him

before then and get him in the party.

We have to find him before

my husband finds out.

So...

Calm down. You just got back.

Go home, unpack your bags,

and take a break.

Go home safely.

Don't look for me. I'm going on a trip.

Don't ask me where I'm going, why I'm leaving,

or how long it'll take.

Don't look for me until I call you.

Your mum will arrive in Tokyo

around tomorrow.

I know. That's why I called you.

When mum finds out that I'm gone

she'll throw a fit and demand you to find me.

Don't get carried away and make a commotion.

I'm not missing. I'm going on a trip.

Just tell me where you're going.

If you do, I won't look for you.

This time, I'm going somewhere even

you can't find me.

That's all I'll tell you.

Where did he go?

Pal Bong Bakery.

How can I help you?

I'm here to see Mr. Pal Bong.

I wrote him a letter while I was in Japan.

He replied and told me that

I can come and take a test.

He's out. He'll be back tomorrow.

Then, can I stay at your house tonight?

What's your name?

I'm Seo Tae Jo.

Tak Goo.

Wake up, Tak Goo.

Your nap is running too long.

What if you can't sleep at night?

Mother?

Are you really my mother?

What are you talking about?

Of course, I'm your mother.

Where were you? I looked all over for you.

I didn't go anywhere. Did you have a dream?

Yes, I had a nightmare.

I dreamt that you were kidnapped

and I couldn't find you.

Really?

I heard that you'll grow taller

after you have nightmares.

Don't go anywhere.

Don't go anywhere, okay?

I'm not going anywhere.

I'm going to stay right next to you.

Don't worry.

Mother.

Mother.

What's with him?

No, don't go anywhere.

Hey.

Don't go, Mother.

I'm not your mother. Let go.

I said, let go.

Who are you?

Where am I?

This is my house, and I live here.

What?

I found you on the street, in a mess.

I brought you home because I was afraid

you were going to die if I leave you there.

Are you okay?

That's none of your business.

Why do you care whether I'm okay or not?

Whether I'm dead or not?

Whether I'm abandoned or not?

That's none of your business.

I don't want sympathy from a stranger.

What happened? Where are my clothes?

What did you do to me?

Don't let your imagination go wild.

I didn't do anything to you.

Your clothes were dirty, so I decided to

wash them for you...

I never gave you permission

to wash my clothes!

You were in no condition

to get permission.

Go and get my clothes.

I want them back in the same

condition they were in!

Hey! Look!

I'm looking at you. What?

I saved a dying man.

You should thank me first.

I even washed your bloody clothes.

But instead of thanking me,

you're yelling at me?

I never asked you to save me.

And I certainly never asked you

to wash my bloody clothes.

So, I certainly don't intend on thanking you.

What a rude jerk!

Don't call me a jerk, you little rascal!

Who do you think you're calling a jerk?

I don't want to deal with you any more.

Put your clothes on and get out.

Get out of my house, now!

Hey! At least tell me where my clothes are!

Hey, she's pretty fast.

Where's the way out?

What kind of house is this?

Ooh, bread.

It's Pal Bong. It's Pal Bong Bakery.

Good, I found the right place.

Hurry up.

My clothes!

You're in my way.

Where is he?

Where's the guy who carried flour

with white clothes on?

The bakers all went inside.

Is it you? Are you the pin wheel tattooed man?

What are you talking about?

- What are you doing? - Nope.

What are you doing?

My back!

Is it you? Are you the pin wheel tattooed man?

What are you doing?

How dare you use violence in this kitchen!

Get out!

Is it you? Are you the pin wheel tattooed man?

I said, get out!

The man you're looking for is not here. Get out!

I know that he's here.

I saw him with my own eyes.

There's a man with a pin wheel tattoo

on his wrist in this place!

Who is it? Which one of you is he?

I can't let you get

any more violent in my kitchen.

So get out, kid.

Open up! I know that he's in there!

Open up!

Open up!

Let go!

You're not coming in here!

Why, you...

It's nothing. Hold on.

Stop being stubborn.

The man you're looking for is not in there.

I saw him with my own eyes.

If you cause a commotion in my bakery again,

I'll have no choice

but to report you to the police and lock you up.

If you're okay with that, then try to break in.

Please let me go inside.

I really need to see someone.

I need to meet him in order to find my mum!

It's been 12 years.

For 12 years, I looked everywhere to find him.

I've done everything.

I roamed the streets like a dog,

praying for only one thing.

I need to find him

in order to see my mum again!

I can't give up now.

I saw him with my own eyes. I can't go back.

I won't make a commotion.

I just need to meet him.

I just need to meet him

and ask him where my mother is.

So, please let me meet him!

He's not here.

The man you're looking for is not in this bakery.

So, go on your way.

Father, is he looking for...

The customer is waiting. Get back to work.

Why are you standing there?

Did you sort the ingredients?

You have an hour to finish up.

Go upstairs.

Is he still out there?

Yes, he wouldn't budge.

- Really? - Yes.

He seemed to have a hot temper.

I don't think he'll go away any time soon.

Oh, no. Our teacher will be back tomorrow.

What if he doesn't leave until then?

It'll get complicated when our teacher comes.

Hey...

Where's the guest from Japan?

Did he have dinner yet?

Where's Mi Sun?

He's more stubborn than I thought.

What are you trying to do?

You're on parole.

If he turns you over to the police,

you might get locked away for life.

But, it's been 12 years.

He wandered 12 years to find his mother.

And you have a sibling to take care of.

Mum!

How was the trip?

I came back yesterday.

When did you get back last night?

I'm busy with college life.

After all, it took me two tries to get into college.

I should enjoy it while I can.

You should come home early like a good girl.

Did you enjoy your trip?

Are you in love with work,

or decided to work late as a hobby?

I have a lot of work to do

because of the company anniversary ceremony.

I don't know why

you're putting yourself through this.

I'm doing this because I love my job.

I'm sure you do.

I got a call from Ms. Choi

from Anguk-dong yesterday.

You're meeting the second son of.

Choigo Construction tomorrow for lunch.

That's the first thing you did

after getting back from a 2 months trip?

Getting an arranged marriage date for me?

What's wrong with Choigo Construction?

People are dying to get into that family.

I can't make it tomorrow.

I'll be busy until the ceremony.

I already made an appointment.

You can go by yourself then.

Their second son is looking for a place to invest.

If things work out between you two,

the company might get funding.

You may frown on this idea,

but it's what keeps businesses

and families running.

As the eldest daughter of this family,

you have responsibilities.

I know.

I'm doing my best to fulfil

my responsibilities as the eldest daughter.

But, I'm not doing it your way.

Come to K Hotel by 1 p.m. tomorrow.

Mum, just give it up.

She hates the idea.

Is marriage even necessary?

Be quiet. Once I marry her off, you're next.

Until then, don't get yourself into trouble.

Be a lady and get your diploma.

Yes, my queen.

Cut it out.

I have to go.

By the way, when did I get

a brother named Gu Hyeong Jun?

Huh?

I went to the government office

to get some paperwork for school

and found out that I have

a brother named Gu Hyeong Jun.

Family Register.

Son: Gu Hyeong Jun Son: Gu Ma Jun

Gu Hyeong Jun?

Family Register.

What's this?

Who is Gu Hyeong Jun?

Who is this son that

I don't even know of in the family registrar?

You know of this son.

Did you put that boy on our family registrar?

Did you put Tak Goo in our family

registrar as Gu Hyeong Jun?

Yes, it's Tak Goo.

You're out of your mind.

Are you going to fight me to the end for this?

If that's what it takes, then yes.

Let's fight to the end.

What?

Did you find that boy?

Have you been keeping in touch

with him all this time?

If only that was true.

But, I still don't know where he is.

I still can't find him. Are you happy now?

Then how could you do this?

How could you put him

on the family registrar without my consent?

I waited 12 years to get your consent!

For 12 years,

I wasn't able to protect or take care of my son!

You have Ma Jun.

Isn't Ma Jun enough for you?

He's doing everything he can for your approval.

He doesn't even like bread, but he went

all the way to Japan to make bread.

Don't you care about his dedication?

I have to go.

You can hate me all you want

if you can't help it. But...

Don't hate Ma Jun because of me.

You shouldn't do that.

I don't hate you.

I don't have a right to hate you.

Your car's ready.

Honey, I'm back.

Mi Sun! Jae Bok!

Gap Su!

Jin Gu!

Oh, my gosh!

Who... are you?

I'm here to take a test.

Oh, a test?

Hi, honey.

Did you mow the weeds at my mother's tomb?

Well, yes.

Where's my father?

By the way, what's your name?

I'm Seo Tae Jo.

Tae Jo? How old are you?

I'm 24.

My daughter is 24 too.

Are both of your parents still alive?

Honey, where's my father?

He's at the bakery. You look like a fine man.

You're neat and tall.

Tae Jo. I'm sorry, but can you wait upstairs?

Sure thing.

He looks good from the back too.

He's such an eye candy.

Geez.

Who is the man in front of the bakery?

He's kneeling like he's repenting for something.

That's bad for business.

That can't be good.

Who are you?

Why are you protesting in front of the bakery?

I'm looking for someone...

in there.

I saw him.

I saw the pin wheel tattoo.

I saw him with my own eyes.

I heard that the man has

a pin wheel tattoo on his wrist.

I should find him first.

Did you look for him for that long?

Did you look for him for over 10 years?

It's been 12 years.

It took me 12 years to find him.

I'm not giving up,

even if it takes me an extra day or two.

I don't care if it takes an extra month.

I'm going in there.

But you know what?

There's a ridiculously strong man in there.

If you make a commotion,

he'll break your bone.

So what if I break a bone?

I'm going in, even if it kills me.

I see how determined you are.

I know two ways of getting into that bakery.

Really?

What is it? Tell me.

One, you can go in there to buy bread.

What?

And the other one is...

What is it?

You can go in there to learn how to bake.

Which one do you think will be

easier for you out of the two?

How have you been?

Father, why is he...

I found him on the street.

What?

Now that I'm old, I have a hard time

carrying this bag of red beans.

So, I asked him to carry it for me.

Jae Bok, take the bag.

Now that you're done, you can leave now.

No, I can't let him do that.

What?

I promised him something in

exchange for carrying my bag.

A promise?

Yes, I'm going to let him take a test.

A test?

You promised to give a test to that scoundrel?

Yes, I did.

Father, you shouldn't do that.

That's right, teacher.

You don't even know where he came from!

You don't even know if he's qualified or not!

How could you...

I already made up my mind!

The test is at 8 p.m.

My back hurts.

I guess you weren't the real boss.

You should get out before you get into trouble.

I told you

that I looked everywhere and did everything

for the last 12 years.

I'm very persistent.

I do whatever it takes to get what I want.

So, bring the pin wheel tattooed man to me.

Until then, I'm not leaving.

It's at 8, right? I'll see you then.

This doesn't make any sense!

How could we let him take a test?

Even a sucker like him is taking a test.

Whatever happened to the tradition

and dignity of Pal Bong Bakery?

Don't you think so too, In Mok?

The Chairman got off work an hour ago.

An hour ago?

Why didn't you tell me?

Because... The Chairman told us not to tell you.

It's okay.

Wait here.

Yes, Sir.

Are you sure this time?

Yes, it's this way.

Uh-huh.

Uh-huh.

I see.

Okay, thanks.

The Chairman is here.

Do you know my son?

You mean Kim Tak Goo?

You know Tak Goo? Where is he?

So, you must be the man from Japan.

Yes, I'm Seo Tae Jo who wrote that letter.

Wow! You're from Japan?

Okay then. Is everyone ready?

Bring it over.

Unveil it.

Shall we begin?

Wait!

What are you doing?

What do you think? I'm testing you.

You're going to find him?

Do you mean that?

He's weird. He's sniffing instead of eating.

I realised that you can't avoid fate.

You're not God. How could you change fate?

If it's fate, you can't avoid it.

I said, I want Kim Tak Goo!

You're not the man I'm looking for, are you?