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FOUR HANDS, TWO SONATAS

FOUR HANDS, TWO SONATAS

EPISODE 7

May I come in?

I'm sorry, sir.

But this area is off-limits.

No unauthorized access.

I need to speak with the conductor who performed last.

His name is…

Luca Domenico.

But the competition is still in progress.

Outside contact is not permitted.

Okay.

Choi Jeong-yo!

Choi Jeong-yo!

It's Jeong-yo.

It's definitely him.

I'd recognize you anywhere.

Yes, Mr. Kang?

It's late. Is everything okay?

Go online right now

and watch the video of the conducting competition in Brno.

Oh, right. Today was the final round.

But why?

Did you find someone you like?

Choi Jeong-yo has returned.

Who?

Choi Jeong-yo.

The one who disappeared nine years ago.

Don't you remember him?

Hello, this is Pi-o Kang.

Do you know where Jeong-yo is…

I mean, Luca Domenico is staying?

I'm here to meet Luca Domenico.

I'm sorry, but you'll have to leave.

We've been instructed not to allow any contact with the press.

I'm not the press. Just a friend.

Well…

It's quite late, and he's likely asleep.

Tell him Pi-o Kang is here.

He will see me.

Please wait one moment.

Hello, Mr. Domenico?

I'm so sorry to bother you,

but there's someone here who says he's your friend

and that he would like to see you.

It's Pi-o Kang.

I'm sorry, but Mr. Domenico says he doesn't know you.

He said he doesn't know me?

Yes, I'm sorry.

Is there anything else I can help you with?

No.

Thank you.

This is the final round of the competition.

Next up is Conductor Luca Domenico.

Jeong-yo.

It's definitely Jeong-yo.

But why did he say he doesn't know me?

Today's winner,

Luca Domenico.

Mr. Domenico.

Congratulations on winning the competition.

Recent accusations state you are actually pianist Jeong-yo Choi,

who disappeared nine years ago.

What do you say to that?

I'm so sorry, but I came here to make music.

I would appreciate it if you didn't ask personal questions.

Are you admitting that you're Jeong-yo Choi?

As I said,

I do not wish for my music to be overshadowed by my past.

Please limit your questions to music. Thank you.

Please answer us.

What were you doing all this time?

As the winner has requested,

please refrain from asking personal questions.

Further details will be provided later to the press.

Thank you.

Why were you gone for nine years?

Why now?

Oh my god, is that Pi-o Kang?

I don't…

I'm sorry, but Mr. Domenico says he doesn't know you.

He said he doesn't know me?

As I said,

I do not wish for my music to be overshadowed by my past.

Please limit your questions to music. Thank you.

Prague police have warned that pickpocketing incidents

targeting tourists have recently increased,

urging both residents and visitors to remain vigilant.

Authorities stated that…

MISSED CALLS JAE-IN

…and that crime prevention campaigns would be strengthened.

In other news, Prague police are expanding

their investigation into a recent rise in vehicle thefts,

particularly around residential areas in the city.

Yesterday, Choi Jeong-yo participated

in a conducting competition in Brno, Czech Republic,

nine years after he went missing during the Harmonie Competition,

sparking a major sensation.

Choi drew international attention when he mysteriously vanished

during the competition nine years ago.

At the time, police confirmed the committee received threatening calls…

Pi-o.

Where are you?

Oh, I'm just…

Have you seen the news?

About Jeong-yo reappearing?

Why did you change your name from Jeong-yo Choi to Luca Domenico?

The truth is…

"CHOI" CONDUCTS IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC

…I lost my memories from nine years ago

due to an accident.

Nine years ago at the Harmonie Competition,

are you the one who abducted this man?

Yes, dead.

Are you saying you're suffering from amnesia?

Yes.

Are you watching the news?

Pi-o, are you listening to me?

Here is the budget execution status for the second quarter.

In terms of funding for performing arts,

we have utilized about 78% of the 41.2 billion won budget so far.

BRNO COMPETITION WINNER, CHOI JEONG-YO'S PAST CONTINUES TO SURFACE, CAUSING A STIR…

Ms. Kang?

I'm sorry.

Where were we?

I asked for your opinion regarding the speech and the guest list

for the Grand Prize of Lucena.

Oh, yes.

I'm sorry.

I just got an urgent work-related message,

so I got a bit distracted.

Do you mind if we take a quick break?

I need to reply to this right away.

I'm sorry.

Then let's take a break before continuing.

CHOI JEONG-YO'S SHOCKING REVELATIONS FROM DISAPPEARANCE TO AMNESIA

"CHOI JEONG-YO" SEARCH RESULTS

Please, let me see him.

I'm sorry, Mr. Domenico has made it clear

he doesn't want any personal meetings other than agencies and music magazines.

Oh, Pianist Kang!

Oh, how are you, Director?

I'm good.

I absolutely loved your performance last year.

What brings you here today?

I'm here to meet Jeong-yo Choi.

I see.

I won't take much of his time.

Just a brief meeting.

Just a moment.

Okay.

-Follow me. -Thank you.

Hi, it's nice to meet you.

What are you doing?

I'm sorry.

I must've caught you off guard,

showing up unannounced.

You probably don't remember,

but we went to Korea Arts High School together.

I'm Kang Pi-o.

You can speak casually.

I'm fine with whatever.

Okay.

I thought you were dead.

I'm so thankful…

that you made it back alive.

Why are you thankful for that?

Well…

because you were my friend…

and I prayed for you to be alive.

By the way,

how did you lose your memory?

Do I need to answer that?

No, you don't have to.

So why are you conducting instead of playing the piano?

I mean, your conducting is wonderful and moving.

But you loved playing the piano,

so I was wondering if you quit entirely.

You're going to play again, right?

Why are you asking me that?

What?

If that's all you came to ask, please leave.

From now on, please don't allow any personal visits.

I thought I made myself clear.

Anyway, thank you for coming back.

If you ever come to Korea, give me a call.

Can I give you a hug?

No.

Yes, Mr. Kang?

Have you arrived?

Yes, I just arrived.

So, have you thought of a way?

Based on the articles,

if we push too hard right away, it might backfire.

I think the best approach is to assure him he can pursue the music he wants.

And the orchestra members?

I think they'll at least be intrigued.

He's back after almost ten years, and his talent speaks for itself.

That said,

we need to make sure the process looks legitimate

to prevent any talk of preferential treatment.

The concertmaster should be fine…

but there might be pushback from the cello section.

You must keep a tight rein on things.

I will.

Did you like his performance that much?

Granted, he was very good.

But you're still healthy.

So why are you rushing--

It's not about me liking him or not.

When God bestows a talent, it comes with a calling.

Shouldn't we help him make the most of that talent?

The president of the Korean symphony, Seon-ju Yoon, has arrived.

Okay.

Good afternoon, Mr. Domenico.

I am

Seon-ju Yoon,

president of the Korean symphony.

Do you still remember…

how to speak Korean?

-You're here. -Oh, hi.

Where's Pi-o?

He's in the practice room,

but he still hasn't played a note.

Are you okay now?

You must've been shocked.

It's such a relief though.

We thought he was dead,

but he came back alive.

How was it meeting him?

He wasn't happy to see me.

I just said hello and left.

I see.

Well,

it must've been awkward having someone he doesn't remember

acting familiar with him.

Did you tell him that you'd been searching for him?

No.

Why not?

You're the only one who never gave up

when everyone else forgot about him.

You should've told him.

In any case,

everything turned out well.

Jeong-yo is back safe and sound.

Once he gets adjusted and starts performing again,

you'll be running into him.

So when are you going to start practicing again?

Jeong-yo's back now.

Maybe you should set your worries aside

-and slowly start-- -Is that why you came?

I'm just worried

because you've been on hiatus for so long.

I'll handle my own business.

Do you…

still need more time?

Go already.

KOREA ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

I'm the king of the world!

Hey, Jeong-yo.

Let's be practice partners.

What do you mean?

You said you were too busy preparing for the competition.

No, I'm not entering.

I want to be your practice partner

and find a way to be happy making music.

You'll help me, right?

Jeong-yo?

Kang Pi-o?

You're Kang Pi-o, right?

We met in Brno.

Yeah.

When did you come to Korea?

It hasn't been long. I'm here to discuss something for work.

What brings you to school?

I found online that I used to go here.

So I stopped by,

but I don't know where anything is.

Are you just here to look around?

Yeah.

-So… -You know…

Go ahead.

No, you first.

Shall I then?

I'm sorry about before.

I felt extra defensive around strangers at the time,

and I was tired from the competition.

I just…

I behaved rather rudely toward you.

I'm sorry.

No, not at all.

Someone you don't even remember came by to grill you,

so of course, you felt uncomfortable.

Right, so…

If you don't know where anything is,

I can show you around.

So what brings you to Korea?

Oh, the thing is…

I got an offer to be a guest conductor for the Hankook Symphony Orchestra.

Really?

Yes.

So…

Are you going to accept?

I don't know.

I'm not sure yet.

On one hand, it's my homeland, so it might be better than elsewhere.

On the other hand, it might confuse me more.

By the way…

Were we close friends?

We both entered the Harmonie Competition.

Since you made such an effort to see me,

I wondered if we had a special bond.

Well…

I thought we were close.

This was our classroom.

You transferred here during 10th grade

as a gifted scholar.

Where was my desk?

Over there.

And where was your desk?

Right here.

Yes!

Do you remember anything?

No.

I guess I didn't put much effort into school.

No, not really.

Then what did I put effort into?

This is where we'd practice playing four hands.

You put the most effort into playing the piano.

Thanks to you, this place and the practice room

basically became my second home.

What did we play?

Can you play it?

My tendinitis has flared up again,

so playing has been a bit uncomfortable.

You're in a slump.

No, I'm not.

How did you fall into a slump?

I said I'm not in a slump.

You asked me before

why I'm conducting instead of playing.

Nine years ago,

I got shot in my right shoulder.

It was not the plan.

The plan was to let him go after we got the money.

But…

he put up a bit too much of a fight.

It caused nerve damage in my fingers.

I can get through daily life, but I can't play anymore.

So I switched to conducting.

But when I really want to play the piano,

I play this piece

and thank Brahms for it.

I know how difficult it must be for you.

Take away music from a musician, and he's left with hell.

But a slump…

is something you can work your way out of.

That's not the case for me.

I'm actually envious of you.

Thank you for today.

Let's meet again sometime.

Okay. Take care.

Let me know if you need any help.

Nine years ago,

I got shot in my right shoulder.

It caused nerve damage in my fingers.

I can get through daily life, but I can't play anymore.

Was it for money?

Did you abduct him for that reason or did someone--

Enough.

You want to know?

Three million lei.

Then I'll tell you.

Where have you been?

"You will again see the distinction between the righteous and the wicked,

between those who serve God and those who do not."

"'For behold,

the day is coming, burning like an oven."

"Says the Lord of hosts,

'Not a root or a branch…

will be left to them.'"

Hello, ma'am.

Are Pi-o and Father home?

Mr. Kang hasn't arrived yet, and Pi-o is in his room.

Would you like me to prepare dinner?

No, I'm not hungry.

Pi-o.

What are you doing here?

Where have you been, Mom?

I was at church.

I was there volunteering as a lector.

Mom.

Yes?

Articles about Jeong-yo…

You've read them too, right?

Yes.

Yes, I have.

I was so surprised.

I'm just relieved that he's alive.

Are you going to see him?

I already have.

I see.

So…

Did he recognize you?

No.

He didn't recognize me.

I see.

I suppose life is full of surprises,

but how could something like that happen?

From the way he conducts, it's clear he hasn't lost his touch.

So at least there's a silver lining.

"Silver lining"?

Jeong-yo told me

why he switched from playing to conducting.

Why did he?

Nine years ago,

he got shot in the shoulder and lost use of his right hand.

So I'm not sure…

if that's really a silver lining.

So that's what happened.

But there are plenty of people who switch from playing to conducting.

Music transcends everything.

As long as he's back to making music, that's all that matters.

Volunteering after a long break really takes it out of you.

Good night.

MARTIN VOGEL

CALLING MARTIN VOGEL

Hey, Mr. Kang.

How are you doing?

If you're calling about Mr. Choi, I don't have much to tell you.

We heard the news of his death together.

No.

I'm not calling because of that.

Then what is it?

I have another request for you.

What is it?

Look into this quietly

and make sure nothing leaks.

I want to know who gave the order

to abduct Jeong-yo.

You haven't decided yet?

No.

Well…

What's making you hesitate?

You've already seen

that our orchestra holds its own against anyone.

Plus, you'll get the authority to appoint and dismiss members.

There's no better offer.

Isn't this the ideal stage to pursue your music?

I guess it is.

Is it the pay?

From our end,

what we're offering seems reasonable enough.

Do you have a specific number in mind?

No, it's not about money.

Then what is it?

What's holding you back?

To be honest…

I came because I wanted to meet Maestro Kang Seung-woon.

I have a favor to ask him.

What is it? Tell me.

You want to ask him yourself?

All right, I'll arrange a meeting soon.

Okay.

By the way, you haven't signed with an agency yet, right?

I'd like to introduce you to an agency I have in mind.

Can I give them your number?

What are they like?

Jeong-yo.

It's me, Hong Jae-in.

Well?

Does my face

perhaps jog your memory?

No.

So you really do have amnesia.

Still, it's a huge relief, considering the alternatives.

I thought you were dead.

I was so shocked and sad for the longest time.

Right.

Hey.

We're friends, so drop the formality.

I'm about to get upset.

Here.

This is the photo I told you about.

Take a look at it.

Can't you tell how close we were?

Yes.

It seems we were.

That's right.

You were a really special friend to us.

That's why Pi-o refused to give up and continued searching for you

when you went missing.

The only person who didn't forget and kept looking for you

was Pi-o.

Why?

Isn't it obvious?

He was your closest friend.

Actually,

there's a reason why I wanted to see you.

APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF BUSINESS PLAN AMENDMENT

NFCAPF STEERING COMMITTEE KANG JI-HYE

"Luca Domenico"?

Deputy Director.

What is this application for amendment approval?

Oh, that.

The Hankook Symphony wants to invite the Brno competition winner,

Choi Jeong-yo, as a guest conductor.

Wait a minute.

This isn't what we agreed to when we approved the budget.

They can't suddenly submit an amendment request like this.

The thing is,

it's pretty customary to do this for guest musicians.

And Maestro Kang Seung-woon strongly recommended him.

Hello, ma'am.

Father.

Choi Jeong-yo.

Did you suggest inviting him to join the Hankook Symphony?

Why do you ask?

You know why.

You never once gave Pi-o a second thought,

but the second that bastard shows up…

Do you realize how much this will hurt Pi-o?

Why are you playing the victim again?

How can you still be so immature at your age?

Why does it have to be him of all people?

Pi-o suffered so much because of him!

You're missing the bigger picture, as always.

Your son wasn't hurt back then.

He grew the most thanks to Jeong-yo.

That's why he won the competition.

How can you work in cultural arts

and have zero insight like that?

Pi-o won the competition on his own merits.

Jeong-yo was nothing but an obstacle in Pi-o's life.

I won't let Pi-o get hurt like that again.

Choi Jeong-yo?

Forget about asking him to join.

Stop throwing a tantrum and get out.

I don't have time to listen to your petty complaints.

Ma'am, Ms. Yoon of the Hankook Symphony is here.

Oh, you're here.

You asked for me, Ms. Kang?

I'm sorry for making you come when you're so busy.

You see, I have so much work to do

that I can't step away.

Please take a seat.

I asked you here because I received a form

saying you were appointing another principal guest conductor.

Would you mind…

explaining the reason to me?

Does that require an explanation?

You know the conductor we're looking to appoint.

Right, Ms. Kang?

Of course.

How could I not know?

I was so happy and thankful to hear

that Jeong-yo came back alive.

Then I don't have to waste my time telling you about his star quality.

His homecoming will be a much-needed boost for the Korean classical music scene.

Wouldn't you say we deserve some praise for it?

And what about the cost of his star quality?

It'll cost more.

But if you insist on appointing him,

we'll need to rethink your subsidy grant.

Would you be okay with that?

What is it about Jeong-yo

that you dislike so much?

What are you talking about?

Who said I disliked him?

Jeong-yo isn't even Pi-o's competitor anymore.

Is there another reason why you--

Look here, Ms. Yoon.

Are you implying that I have no professional boundaries?

My point is,

chasing after stars like this

does nothing for the development of the classical music scene.

I see.

I understand now.

But what can I do?

I can't walk away from a good business opportunity.

It's disappointing…

but we'll pass on the grant.

I'm sure companies will line up to sponsor Jeong-yo.

As a businesswoman, I can't let such a big catch get away.

Please excuse me.

Try it.

I heard this place is super trendy, so I stood in line to buy it.

This is good.

Right? Isn't it good?

So good.

Here, try this too.

I got mad at how the concert manager handled things

and called them out.

Guess what they said?

Hey, Kang Pi-o.

Are you listening to me?

Yeah, I am.

You weren't listening at all.

Sorry. I'm a little tired today.

It's okay.

It wasn't important anyway.

To be honest,

there's something else I really wanted to tell you.

What is it?

Did you know

that Jeong-yo will be joining the Hankook Symphony Orchestra?

Oh, that.

Did he decide to do it?

You already knew?

It looks like

Mr. Kang specifically said to bring him in.

And Jeong-yo said he respected Mr. Kang and wanted to collaborate with him.

That's great. Good for him.

Right?

It's great, right?

Yeah.

Then how would you feel…

about being the soloist

for Jeong-yo's debut performance?

What are you talking about?

I mean,

he's going to do a concerto anyway.

Since he'll need a soloist,

I thought it might be nice if you gave it a try.

I don't want to.

-Why not? -I just don't.

I don't want to think about performing yet.

Don't be like that.

Just keep an open mind and think about it.

When you think about it,

you were the happiest when you played the piano with Jeong-yo.

If you perform with Jeong-yo,

maybe you'll get out of your slump faster.

Why do I need Jeong-yo's help to get over that?

You think I'm too pathetic to get out of a slump on my own?

That's not what I meant.

I just need a little time.

Time to get back on track.

Mr. Kang.

Hi, Jae-in.

Are you just getting in?

I'm here to talk to Pi-o about something.

I see. That's good.

Come inside and have a cup of tea.

Pardon?

We meet again.

I had no idea you were his grandson.

I hear you're joining the Hankook Symphony.

That's good.

Let's talk inside.

Jeong-yo isn't even Pi-o's competitor anymore.

Is there another reason why you…

I need to find a way.

There must be a way.

Times have changed, Mr. Kang.

There are more ways to market things now.

There are lots of young people who are wild about classical music.

If we just use social media effectively,

we won't have to rely solely on TV or magazines to hype up the festival.

Hello, Ms. Kang.

I came to talk to Pi-o,

then Mr. Kang asked me to stay for tea.

Is that so?

Jeong-yo.

Do you remember me?

I'm Pi-o's mom.

No, I'm sorry.

It's okay. I heard what happened.

I'm glad you look so well.

Don't just stand there. Either go upstairs or sit down.

Don't make my guests uncomfortable.

I'm so grateful to see you again.

You must've gone through so much.

Do you mind if I ask how you lost your memory?

Oh, I…

When I came to, I was at a monastery.

I refused to go to a hospital,

so I was treated by a monk who used to be a doctor.

When I woke up,

I had no memory of what happened, maybe due to the shock of surgery.

Oh dear. So that's what happened.

Yet you didn't give up and continued to study music.

I'm impressed.

Do you still find it difficult to play?

You still want to perform with him despite his situation?

Mr. Kang.

Pi-o and Jeong-yo haven't fully agreed to it yet,

so that's rather…

They can come to an agreement now.

Pi-o.

Jeong-yo wants to do a concerto with you for his debut performance.

What do you think?

I don't think this will work.

I'll recommend another soloist for you, so give it another thought.

Well…

I want to perform with Kang Pi-o.

He went out of his way just to come see me.

I don't want to choose another soloist just because of a little slump.

I want to follow Ms. Hong's suggestion and perform with him.

Pi-o, the truth is…

What do you think?

Are you against it?

I think it'll be quite fun.

Thanks for the offer,

but I'm not interested.

I'm sorry. Please excuse me.

Pi-o.

Pi-o!

Wait a minute.

Hold on.

Hear me out before you go.

Look, I…

I'm really sorry for talking to Jeong-yo

without asking your permission first.

But the thing is,

I wanted to gauge Jeong-yo's interest before trying to persuade you.

Why would you ask him first?

You should've come to me first.

That's because I had to clear some things with Jeong-yo first…

I'm sorry, Pi-o.

I made a mistake. Just let it go and--

That's enough for today.

Let's talk later.

Okay?

Pi-o.

I'm sorry for making a mess of things.

I should've known this would happen.

I didn't take it seriously enough.

It's okay.

I had a feeling he'd react that way.

So…

Does that mean you still want to perform with Pi-o?

Of course.

I wouldn't have it any other way.

Things just got a lot more interesting.

I'll be in touch.

Take care.

And thanks for today.

Okay. Drive home safely.

Okay.

Hey, bro.

I just got done.

Where?

Oh, there?

I remember.

I'll be right there.

CHOI JEONG-YO

What was even more astonishing

was your unique interpretation of the set piece.

How were you able to accomplish such a difficult challenge?

I couldn't interpret it.

Even if I compete, I'll just get eliminated.

I've memorized everything. Take it if you need it.

I just focused on doing my best, and it led to a good result.

Come to think of it,

you went to the same school as that competitor, right?

Were you close?

I have to enter

to help Pi-o get back on his feet.

If he needs me to light a fire under him,

I'll gladly do it.

No. We weren't that close.

Yes?

Hello, Mr. Domenico?

I'm so sorry to bother you,

but there's someone here who says he's your friend

and that he would like to see you.

A friend?

Who?

It's Pi-o Kang.

Pi-o Kang?

I don't know who that is.

I'm so thankful…

that you made it back alive.

Why are you thankful for that?

Because you were my friend

and I prayed for you to be alive.

SPECIAL THANKS TO KO CHANG-SEOK FOR HIS GUEST APPEARANCE

FOUR HANDS, TWO SONATAS

Are you still afraid of going on stage,

or are you uncomfortable performing with me?

By the way, what do you actually remember?

Who was the man playing the piano?

He was quite good.

How about we perform together?

Why are you pretending to have amnesia anyway?

Want me to break a few of that bastard's fingers?

What's the fun in that?

You're really considering performing with him?

He's no good.

Then do it with me.

Subtitle translation by: Jenny Kim