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About Moh Sung Kuk.

I'm sure he covered up the case regarding Kim Yang Hee.

You said it was only your intuitions.

The researcher at TL Chemical...

named Kim Yang Hee.

I'm sure of it. 100 percent.

So are you going to investigate the case?

I want to know what else that jerk covered up.

I'm going to find everything.

(2010 TL Display Subcontractor Mercury Poisoning Case)

Why won't you investigate Moh Sung Kuk?

Look, I'm sure of the circumstances!

Hey, you brat.

Do you think I don't know where you were?

Moh Sung Kuk called me.

Don't you know we'll be the ones at a loss...

if they bring up obstruction of business or abuse of authority?

He called because he knows he's guilty.

I went there...

and provoked him like this,

and he couldn't keep it in.

Why you little!

Huh Min Ki.

I told you.

They haven't done anything against the law at the moment.

Kim Yang Hee's case.

The preliminary investigation was done poorly.

They just closed the case, concluding it as suicide.

I think this case is worth looking into.

- Team Leader Ha. - Yes, ma'am?

Get him.

Hey, wait!

Come on, Jin Hak.

Listen carefully.

They're bound to get caught someday.

Clear evidence will show up soon enough.

Then,

we can start the epidemiological survey.

We can make sure...

that they don't escape then.

I'm not saying we should drop it.

We're not giving up, either.

Let go of me.

Let's try 52.

- Ma'am, please don't be like this. - It's charged.

- Please calm down! - Shock!

- Ma'am, please. - Let's try one more time.

Just a moment, ma'am.

- It's charged. - Shock!

- What is wrong with her? - Please don't be like this.

- Gosh, my baby... - Just a moment, ma'am.

- Epinephrine, please. - Got it.

Please...

A nine-year-old patient.

- We lost her early this morning? - Yes, sir.

It could be the virus that's spreading in Mongolia.

I heard WHO hasn't been able to identify the virus yet.

This won't turn out like the MERS outbreak, right?

Professor.

It reminds me of the respiratory disease outbreak...

that began three years ago.

How about we request an epidemiological investigation?

You want an external agency to take all the credit?

Let's figure out what it is on our own.

It's not like many people are dying from it now.

It'll help you guys with your dissertations.

But shouldn't we figure out what's causing it...

before more people die?

Look at you. You're playing a hero.

Professor Shin.

Whether my patients live or die depends on me,

and I have full control over my patient data.

Work hard on your dissertations, okay?

- Yes, sir. - Yes, sir.

- Ms. Gong. - Yes.

We got the support fund from the Ministry of Labor...

as well as the operational fund for the second half of the year.

What's going on?

- The investigative authority too. - Seriously?

But why, all of a sudden?

It's TL, of course.

Since we took care of a nuisance for them,

they're doing this to return our favor.

Sanctions lifted, from high places to all the way down.

Oh, Ms. Byun.

Did you cut a deal with them?

(Disease Control Center, Institute of Public Health)

(Specialist Shin Gyeong Sik)

Hello. This is the Disease Control Center, right?

Contact the microbiology department.

This is the microbiology team.

We're not in charge of that.

You should contact the Ministry of Environment.

Hello? This is the Ministry of Environment, right?

We're not in charge of that.

Is this the Undiagnosed Disease Center?

I see. Three years ago?

Right, what were the symptoms like?

Yes. I see, an idiopathic respiratory disease?

May I ask who's calling?

Oh, do I have to tell you who I am?

Well, for us to formally launch an epidemiological investigation...

So you're saying you can investigate it, right?

Thank you. Thank you so much.

You're the first organization that is willing to investigate it.

First, tell me your name and the organization you work for.

I don't have the department's official permission to do this.

I'm doing this behind the advisor's back.

If that's the case,

please send us the details about the respiratory disease first.

We'll review everything and consult our chief.

Okay, I will. Please help us.

Thank you. Thank you so much.

What are you doing?

Hey!

Sir.

(Epidemiological Investigation for Idiopathic Lung Disease)

You've all read it over, right?

Yes, it's a hospital's request for an investigation.

An idiopathic respiratory disease broke out three years ago,

and they keep getting more patients suffering from it.

It's Pediatrics at TL Medical Center.

If it's virus-related,

the Disease Control Center is more specialized in it.

Why did he come to us?

It's obvious.

I bet no one wanted to take this on.

All the patients are young, but that's all we know for sure.

And there's too much time gap between each patient.

So? Shall we not take this on?

We should also look at environmental factors...

unless it's been concluded as an epidemic.

We should take this on.

If no one knows what it is or what causes it,

then it is an undiagnosed disease.

Right? It's an undiagnosed disease.

Who'd take it on if we didn't?

Exactly.

We need to move fast. The patients are children.

Are they in serious condition?

I'm not sure.

First, we should speak with the doctors in charge...

and check on the patients.

All right. Shall we get moving, then?

- Yes, ma'am. - Wait.

I've been told that we can't investigate this formally.

The senior professor hasn't given permission yet.

What?

Then how are we supposed to conduct an epidemiological investigation?

Ms. Gong, can't we just use the law and push ahead with it?

No, we can't. This isn't an occupational illness.

If the hospital refuses to cooperate,

we can't even exercise our investigative authority.

What? Darn it.

(Disease Control Center, Institute of Public Health)

I'm going to send you to Mujinpo if you act up one more time.

Gosh, what is their problem?

Why are they hiding the patients?

The answer must be one of these two.

The doctor either wants to fulfill his selfish greed...

or doesn't trust agencies that do epidemiological investigations.

Joong Eun.

I heard all the doctors there support Choi Tae Young.

Now that he's been appointed vice chairman,

could we ask him to pressure them before the disease spreads?

No, we should persuade the doctors to make a move on their own.

I'll try to figure out a way.

All right.

(TL Group Enters a New Era with Vice Chairman Choi Tae Young)

(TL Group Enters a New Era with Vice Chairman Choi Tae Young)

Are you examining the pediatric patients' tissues?

Yes, Professor.

Examine them thoroughly. They're in serious condition.

I probably shouldn't have said that to you.

I heard this will be your last week here.

It'll be hard for someone who is used to looking at cells all day.

It'll be cutthroat there.

I thought I should do it since it won't be easy.

I'm looking forward to it.

Thank you for all your hard work. You'll do a good job there.

Now, exhale.

One more time. Please exhale.

Good, it's done.

I can hear loud crackles from both lungs.

You're still taking the steroid medication, right?

He is still taking his medication,

but he said he still coughs and gets a lot of phlegm.

These days, many people seem to be suffering from respiratory diseases.

The company is dying to kick him out due to the virus...

that's supposedly going around in Mongolia.

He actually visited home recently.

He has hypersensitivity pneumonitis.

But it's not caused by a virus.

It was likely caused by the cutting fluid at the factory.

Oh, about that... This is the cutting fluid they use.

It's new. They started using it only recently,

but that was when his coughs started to worsen.

One of his co-workers is in the ICU at the moment.

Sir.

First, put in a request for them to use a different cutting fluid.

If two employees are suffering from a respiratory illness after that,

the disease was likely caused by it.

And I'd like the material safety data sheet on this.

Sure.

Just a moment, please.

Yes. Right.

Okay. I'll be right there. All right.

That was regarding the other employee in the ICU.

I'll be right back.

If it's urgent,

you can leave Do Yoon here. I'll watch him for you.

Thank you. I'll be back shortly.

Sir, don't forget your prescription.

- Okay. - Do Yoon, come here.

This will turn you into Superman.

You'll be able to fly.

Do Yoon, do you think you can fly well?

Doctor, the uncle at the hospital...

Will he go live in the skies today?

No.

That's not what's happening.

Don't worry, Do Yoon.

Do Yoon.

Your dad is very busy.

Do you not like it because you can't play with him?

Not at all. My dad said he's trying to change the world,

and he's having a hard time.

I have to be there for him.

You're so mature, Do Yoon.

(Vice Chairman Choi Tae Young)

(Doh Joong Eun)

Yes.

I think my congratulations will be it.

This is going to get interesting.

Right?

It won't be easy.

I'd like to see you in my office around eight o'clock.

I need to consult you on something.

Why are you suddenly so interested in the company?

Your studies keep you busy enough.

What's Moh Sung Kuk like as a person?

Why are you being like this?

Well, I've heard many bad things about him.

I was just curious about your opinion of him.

Well, he'd never do TL any harm.

He puts the company's gains before everything else.

He's a quirky man though.

Is he that thirsty for validation?

Or is he ambitious for something more than that?

I didn't know you were that ambitious.

I heard you've had many 1-on-1 meetings with Mr. Moh.

What did you hear?

Min.

Stay in Vietnam for the time being.

You have no say in this.

It seems like there's been a misunderstanding.

- Let me explain. - Just do as I say.

Honey.

If you do as I say,

I'll protect you.

Why would you need to protect me? I'm totally fine.

No. Something will happen...

where you'll require protection.

I'm curious what you have to say...

when you made me come all the way here.

I apologize if I offended you in any way.

It's regarding a confidential matter.

Hence, I asked you to meet me here.

Please have a seat.

First, let me ask you a question.

Are you a doctor or a businesswoman?

- I'm not sure. - I need your answer to decide...

whether or not I'll join hands with you.

Had I wanted to remain a mere doctor,

I wouldn't have come here.

Good.

An idiopathic respiratory disease is going around at the moment,

and it's affecting...

children and the elderly. You must've heard about it.

The clinical research industry thinks it's caused by a new virus.

When there's a viral outbreak,

TL Pharmaceuticals and Chemical's numbers go up.

We can use the fear...

and public sentiment to market our products.

If you're okay with it,

we'd like to have a press release ready in two weeks.

How will you pull it off?

As for the cost, I'm expecting about 200,000 to 300,000 dollars.

I'll have reporters interview a pulmonologist, who's my friend.

Let's try to promote our product with a high-profit margin.

If it's our hand sanitizer,

we'll say not washing hands can make pneumonia spread five times faster.

If it's our antiviral drug, we'll cite a medical paper.

The chairman...

would've said yes, right?

He completely entrusted me with things like this.

Due to the nationwide outbreak of an unidentified viral infection,

the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is running...

a campaign designed to increase awareness of respiratory health.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests...

that you limit time spent outdoors and to thoroughly wash your hands.

You must wear a mask when you're going out.

Also, if coughing continues for over four days for an unknown reason,

you should see a doctor at a hospital nearby.

The levels of streptococcus pneumoniae found on those...

who didn't use hand sanitizer were five times higher.

Studies show that those who used hand sanitizer...

upon returning home...

were less likely to be affected by respiratory diseases.

Stores and pharmacies across the country...

are experiencing a shortage of masks and hand sanitizers.

The sales of humidifiers and air purifiers...

have gone up over 90 percent compared to last year.

Let's add lavender scent...

and get rid of the daily usage limit.

Get rid of the usage limit?

We haven't checked whether overusing it can be dangerous.

Will it be okay?

It doesn't violate anything in regard to...

the certification terms and conditions.

There's no need for us to do more than what is required.

So there is a loophole.

All we need to do is specify the recommended daily amount.

The rest is for the consumers to decide.

Let's go.

(Pharmacy, Treatment Room)

Ms. Gong, it looks more serious than we thought.

Over here, professor.

I'm Shin Gyeong Sik, the pediatrician who called.

I'm Gong Il Sun from the Undiagnosed Disease Center.

Nice to meet you. Thank you for your help.

This way, please.

I'm suspecting...

the coronavirus.

The outbreak started in Mongolia,

and it's spreading all over Asia at the moment.

(Correlation Between Respiratory Disease and Mutated Coronavirus)

As you can see, the virus is highly contagious.

It has quickly spread all over Northeast Asia...

Right.

There is a professor who wrote that paper,

but no one at this hospital can speak up...

as they don't want to get on anyone's nerves.

And why are you suspecting that the virus may not be the only cause?

The virus is mainly affecting underdeveloped countries...

that lack medical facilities or public health systems.

Especially North Korea and China in Northeast Asia.

In China, it's affecting the areas...

that don't receive public health benefits.

In other words,

the possibility of this virus spreading in Korea is low.

So we should look into environmental factors. Is that it?

Yes, correct.

Can we see how the patients are doing?

Come on in.

I can't stay for long as I have to tend to my patients.

I heard you rejected the UDC's offer...

for an epidemiological investigation.

I hope you know that you're responsible for this situation.

I don't know why...

a company's vice chairman is meddling in the hospital's affairs.

Because this is TL Medical Center.

This hospital, TL Medical Center, is where TL Group can meet...

the people of this country face to face.

So you're here for politics.

No, I'm here to resolve the problem.

Vice Chairman Choi.

Let me advise you as a doctor.

In cases of a respiratory disease like this,

we must identify the virus first.

That's not what other professors think.

You should've considered other factors too.

The virus as well as environmental factors.

An epidemiological investigation is a must.

The chair of the board agrees with us.

How dare you tell me what to do?

Do you think doctors are pushovers?

I do.

This isn't a national hospital,

nor a public institution, but just a private hospital under TL.

Meaning, it's a company.

I'm...

not a company employee.

Unfortunately, you are a company employee.

If you resist any more,

you'll have to return to the Mujinpo Medical Center.

Please cooperate.

You must be busy, so you may leave.

(VIP Ward)

(Letter of Resignation)

(Pathology Department, Choi Min)

It's worse than what we saw on the records.

We have more patients and many intensive-care patients,

so as you can see, we're saturated.

We're getting more outpatients...

who are coming in with the same symptoms, too.

Wait...

these are all kids?

Il Sun, what is the world...

We don't have time.

Min Ki and Mr. Ha,

check for any environmental factors we could examine,

and Ms. Byun, you make a questionnaire from that.

Could we have all the patients' medical records?

Well... I'll check on that.

No. There's no need.

You can back them up with anything the UDC requests for.

I got consent from Dr. Hong,

so don't worry.

Yes, sir. I'll get them organized right away.

It's been a while, Mr. Choi.

It has, Ms. Gong.

Did you eat something wrong?

Or are you trying to plan something sneaky?

Why? Did I say something wrong?

We'll leave everything up to the experts.

Please make sure to investigate the respiratory disease...

that's occurring in TL Medical Center.

You're here for an epidemiological survey?

We just met up with the higher-ups.

- They said you will cooperate... - That...

is up to the new director.

Hello.

I am the director of TL Medical Center, Choi Min.

(Doctor Detective)

Let me tell you in advance. We're going to go all the way.

Of course, you will.

It's not the Mongolian virus.

Save the children, then do as I say.

What are your plans?

So it's not a virus, but an environmental factor?

TL Chemical. It's TL again.

This is too obvious for it to be coincidental.

Is this working?

You can fall in a fiery pit!

Hey! I'm Huh Min Ki, darn it!

Help! Please help!

He can't breathe.

- I'm his father! - Please, calm down.