1 00:00:49,049 --> 00:00:52,219 THE ORDINARY JACKPOT 2 00:00:59,101 --> 00:01:03,480 EPISODE 8: A WORLD BUILT ON HYPOCRISY 3 00:01:13,865 --> 00:01:15,909 That'll be 28,300 won. 4 00:01:16,618 --> 00:01:17,869 - Here you go. - Thank you. 5 00:01:20,038 --> 00:01:21,622 - You're all set. - Thank you. 6 00:01:21,623 --> 00:01:23,250 Have a nice day. 7 00:01:54,197 --> 00:01:57,701 BROTHER-IN-LAW DID YOU EAT LUNCH YET? 8 00:01:59,661 --> 00:02:02,455 Why here? We could've eaten something better. 9 00:02:02,456 --> 00:02:04,708 If you come to Busan, a pork gukbap is a must. 10 00:02:05,167 --> 00:02:07,418 Actually, I was craving it. 11 00:02:07,419 --> 00:02:08,794 I get to eat it, thanks to you. 12 00:02:08,795 --> 00:02:09,879 Eat up. 13 00:02:09,880 --> 00:02:11,632 You too. 14 00:02:18,013 --> 00:02:20,057 What is this? 15 00:02:20,724 --> 00:02:22,558 A-yeong's tutoring is expensive. 16 00:02:22,559 --> 00:02:23,852 I wanted to help out. 17 00:02:25,145 --> 00:02:27,356 It costs more to live in Seoul. 18 00:02:27,814 --> 00:02:31,776 We don't have to pay rent, and we both work 19 00:02:31,777 --> 00:02:34,528 - so we're all right. - A-yeong is my niece. 20 00:02:34,529 --> 00:02:35,822 I want to do this. 21 00:02:37,157 --> 00:02:38,659 Then we'll put it to good use. 22 00:02:39,368 --> 00:02:41,035 Thank you as always, Eun-tae. 23 00:02:41,036 --> 00:02:42,329 It's nothing. 24 00:02:46,917 --> 00:02:48,626 How is my brother doing lately? 25 00:02:48,627 --> 00:02:50,504 Well... 26 00:02:50,921 --> 00:02:52,631 I'm sure he's doing fine. 27 00:02:54,549 --> 00:02:57,010 He works nights, so we rarely see each other. 28 00:02:58,136 --> 00:03:00,681 Well, I feel bad for him. 29 00:03:01,223 --> 00:03:04,518 He used to be so successful, but now he seems so dejected. 30 00:03:05,143 --> 00:03:07,269 Back in the day 31 00:03:07,270 --> 00:03:10,982 Gong Eun-seok was synonymous with Busan's fashion scene. 32 00:03:11,733 --> 00:03:16,070 He was the first person to bring items trending in Japan 33 00:03:16,071 --> 00:03:17,947 to the Busan market. 34 00:03:17,948 --> 00:03:21,242 Those shabby-looking clothes sold so well. 35 00:03:21,243 --> 00:03:22,786 Yes, I remember now. 36 00:03:23,245 --> 00:03:25,163 The neighborhood went crazy back then. 37 00:03:25,872 --> 00:03:27,457 After he became successful 38 00:03:27,916 --> 00:03:30,836 he bought me Korean beef to celebrate my college admission. 39 00:03:31,628 --> 00:03:33,796 That was my first time having Korean beef. 40 00:03:33,797 --> 00:03:36,049 I had no clue it was that good. It was delicious. 41 00:03:36,425 --> 00:03:38,342 Thanks to Eun-seok 42 00:03:38,343 --> 00:03:41,638 I still have a habit of eating that whenever something good happens. 43 00:03:42,347 --> 00:03:44,433 Was it the barbecue place in Seomyeon? 44 00:03:45,475 --> 00:03:47,226 Yes, have you ever been? 45 00:03:47,227 --> 00:03:49,478 That's where he seduced me. 46 00:03:49,479 --> 00:03:52,107 So the mere mention of Korean beef makes me shudder. 47 00:03:57,988 --> 00:03:59,156 Actually... 48 00:04:00,782 --> 00:04:03,326 Eun-seok asked me for money yesterday. 49 00:04:03,827 --> 00:04:04,828 Again? 50 00:04:05,746 --> 00:04:08,039 I'm so sorry, Eun-tae. 51 00:04:08,540 --> 00:04:11,001 What will I do with that man? 52 00:04:12,002 --> 00:04:14,379 That's not why I'm bringing it up. 53 00:04:15,922 --> 00:04:18,508 He said he wanted to start a business 54 00:04:19,217 --> 00:04:21,094 but I told him I couldn't give him the money. 55 00:04:21,970 --> 00:04:24,598 In my opinion, I don't think it'll do well. 56 00:04:25,515 --> 00:04:29,060 But I could be wrong. 57 00:04:29,770 --> 00:04:31,563 His business might end up doing well. 58 00:04:32,314 --> 00:04:35,817 So in the hope that I'm wrong 59 00:04:36,777 --> 00:04:39,404 I want to help him out how I can. 60 00:04:40,614 --> 00:04:41,865 With that being said 61 00:04:42,199 --> 00:04:44,576 I hope you can accept this money. 62 00:04:49,748 --> 00:04:51,291 Don't hate my brother too much. 63 00:04:53,043 --> 00:04:55,045 He may seem a bit lousy right now 64 00:04:56,296 --> 00:04:57,422 but I still think 65 00:04:58,715 --> 00:05:00,842 he's a great person. 66 00:05:03,303 --> 00:05:04,304 Gosh. 67 00:05:04,888 --> 00:05:06,306 He's a lucky man. 68 00:05:06,973 --> 00:05:10,976 Even in his lousy state, his brother thinks he's great. 69 00:05:10,977 --> 00:05:14,189 At one time, he was the coolest person I knew. 70 00:05:15,232 --> 00:05:17,317 But right now, I think you're the coolest. 71 00:05:17,943 --> 00:05:20,319 Me? Why is that? 72 00:05:20,320 --> 00:05:22,113 You haven't given up on him. 73 00:05:23,114 --> 00:05:24,825 Gosh, what are you saying? 74 00:05:25,534 --> 00:05:27,077 Hurry up and eat. 75 00:06:02,320 --> 00:06:04,322 INCOMING CALL TEAM 4 MR. JEONG SEON-HYUK 76 00:06:08,118 --> 00:06:09,119 Thank you. 77 00:06:12,372 --> 00:06:13,665 How's work these days? 78 00:06:15,542 --> 00:06:17,294 You know how it goes. 79 00:06:18,086 --> 00:06:19,296 It's always the same. 80 00:06:20,755 --> 00:06:22,674 Sure, work is all the same. 81 00:06:23,800 --> 00:06:26,428 So how long will you stay at Hongsung? 82 00:06:30,348 --> 00:06:32,017 I haven't thought about it. 83 00:06:32,976 --> 00:06:34,477 How about some food for thought? 84 00:06:35,145 --> 00:06:37,355 I believe I already rejected your offer. 85 00:06:38,189 --> 00:06:39,899 Our company merged. 86 00:06:39,900 --> 00:06:41,026 I'm no longer the CEO. 87 00:06:42,402 --> 00:06:43,695 Does that mean 88 00:06:44,404 --> 00:06:46,072 you've joined a bigger company? 89 00:06:51,286 --> 00:06:52,662 An article will come out tomorrow. 90 00:06:53,580 --> 00:06:55,332 It'll send quite a shock through the market. 91 00:07:01,296 --> 00:07:02,923 Korea Branch Manager of CGM? 92 00:07:03,882 --> 00:07:05,592 CGM is entering the Korean market. 93 00:07:06,384 --> 00:07:08,344 Based on our predictions 94 00:07:08,345 --> 00:07:11,555 all small and medium-sized brand controllers in Korea will disappear. 95 00:07:11,556 --> 00:07:12,681 It looks like 96 00:07:12,682 --> 00:07:15,059 Hongsung will survive for the next three years 97 00:07:15,060 --> 00:07:16,978 but revenue will be cut by one-third. 98 00:07:17,646 --> 00:07:18,647 All right. 99 00:07:18,897 --> 00:07:22,275 So as Head Brand Manager 100 00:07:22,776 --> 00:07:25,695 you'd have a six-figure salary of at least 100,000 dollars. 101 00:07:26,154 --> 00:07:27,155 How's that? 102 00:07:27,572 --> 00:07:29,115 Is that enough to start thinking about it? 103 00:07:50,553 --> 00:07:51,554 Jeez. 104 00:07:56,726 --> 00:07:57,852 What's the reason? 105 00:07:58,603 --> 00:07:59,980 Do I have to tell you that? 106 00:08:00,397 --> 00:08:03,066 CGM is the best brand controller in North America. 107 00:08:03,525 --> 00:08:05,859 Hongsung is a corner store compared to them. 108 00:08:05,860 --> 00:08:07,528 If you stay there 109 00:08:07,529 --> 00:08:09,613 all you'll get is early retirement. 110 00:08:09,614 --> 00:08:10,615 So why? 111 00:08:14,160 --> 00:08:15,912 When making a decision 112 00:08:16,746 --> 00:08:19,416 one should be most cautious about money. 113 00:08:20,333 --> 00:08:22,002 My worth remains the same. 114 00:08:22,419 --> 00:08:23,920 I should be suspicious if I'm offered more money. 115 00:08:26,006 --> 00:08:27,340 Don't you think 116 00:08:28,008 --> 00:08:30,135 your current worth is being underestimated? 117 00:08:30,844 --> 00:08:34,180 Some people might be getting paid more than they're worth. 118 00:08:43,773 --> 00:08:45,150 I understand. 119 00:08:45,859 --> 00:08:48,445 But I guarantee 120 00:08:49,487 --> 00:08:51,698 you'll regret this moment. 121 00:08:55,744 --> 00:08:57,954 You shouldn't be doing this, Mr. Jeong. 122 00:09:01,499 --> 00:09:02,584 Do you think 123 00:09:03,293 --> 00:09:05,712 you did me a favor or something? 124 00:09:07,672 --> 00:09:09,716 I considered it an insult. 125 00:09:11,509 --> 00:09:13,219 There's something you got wrong. 126 00:09:14,429 --> 00:09:17,557 Do you think Mr. Jeong will be grateful for what you did? 127 00:09:20,268 --> 00:09:24,396 Are you saying you want revenge for that insult? 128 00:09:24,397 --> 00:09:25,440 No. 129 00:09:25,774 --> 00:09:27,525 I'm just doing my job. 130 00:09:27,984 --> 00:09:31,404 CGM called to say they were looking for a Korea Branch Manager. 131 00:09:32,238 --> 00:09:35,157 Someone from Hongsung or a large enough Korean company 132 00:09:35,158 --> 00:09:38,243 who has enough influence as a sole proprietor 133 00:09:38,244 --> 00:09:39,788 but lacks the funds. 134 00:09:40,872 --> 00:09:42,916 I just happened to align with the terms. 135 00:09:44,000 --> 00:09:46,168 Who cares about trivial revenge? 136 00:09:46,169 --> 00:09:47,378 It's just work. 137 00:09:54,344 --> 00:09:56,096 100 DAYS OF PRAYER FOR SUCCESS ON THE 2027 CSAT 138 00:10:41,599 --> 00:10:42,600 Mr. Jang. 139 00:10:57,240 --> 00:10:59,575 What kind of team leader surprises their boss 140 00:10:59,576 --> 00:11:01,995 on a spiritual retreat during the holiday break? 141 00:11:02,287 --> 00:11:03,454 You scared me to death. 142 00:11:04,581 --> 00:11:05,582 I'm sorry, sir. 143 00:11:07,458 --> 00:11:08,877 Anyway, how did you find me? 144 00:11:09,460 --> 00:11:12,087 You weren't answering any of my calls 145 00:11:12,088 --> 00:11:13,214 so I called your house. 146 00:11:15,508 --> 00:11:16,509 Well done. 147 00:11:18,803 --> 00:11:20,847 So is there something wrong? 148 00:11:21,806 --> 00:11:22,807 By any chance 149 00:11:24,058 --> 00:11:26,394 have you heard any news about Mr. Jeong's company? 150 00:11:27,896 --> 00:11:29,856 Jeong Seon-hyuk's company? No. 151 00:11:31,274 --> 00:11:33,776 CGM acquired his company. 152 00:11:34,736 --> 00:11:35,737 CGM? 153 00:11:36,404 --> 00:11:38,238 Are you talking about the CGM we know? 154 00:11:38,239 --> 00:11:39,616 Yes, they plan to enter Korea. 155 00:11:40,408 --> 00:11:42,368 Mr. Jeong is their Korea Branch Manager. 156 00:11:48,750 --> 00:11:49,959 Why are you telling me this now? 157 00:11:51,294 --> 00:11:53,046 Why didn't you tell me sooner? 158 00:11:53,546 --> 00:11:54,713 Come on. 159 00:11:54,714 --> 00:11:56,799 You should've started with that. 160 00:11:57,300 --> 00:11:59,760 Well, there's a certain flow to conversations... 161 00:11:59,761 --> 00:12:01,929 Gosh, what is wrong with you? 162 00:12:01,930 --> 00:12:03,514 You're such a strange guy. 163 00:12:04,224 --> 00:12:06,726 I mean, don't you know what's important? 164 00:12:08,061 --> 00:12:09,145 Jeez. 165 00:12:15,109 --> 00:12:17,820 CGM DECLARES KOREA EXPANSION, DOMESTIC COMPANIES ON HIGH ALERT 166 00:12:29,666 --> 00:12:31,376 BELOVED BY HOLLYWOOD, OAULD WILL BE LAUNCHED BY CGM 167 00:12:42,720 --> 00:12:45,807 WHO WILL SURVIVE THE FASHION MARKET'S GLOBAL BATTLEFIELD? 168 00:12:52,355 --> 00:12:56,025 KOREA BRANCH MANAGER JEONG SEON-HYUK 169 00:13:06,536 --> 00:13:08,955 CGM'S AMBITIOUS KOREA BRANCH MANAGER JEONG SEON-HYUK 170 00:13:14,085 --> 00:13:17,213 Jeong Seon-hyuk must be over the moon. 171 00:13:18,631 --> 00:13:20,174 The fact that articles have been published 172 00:13:20,591 --> 00:13:24,012 means they've already finished talks with brands and malls. 173 00:13:26,723 --> 00:13:28,348 It appears they were 174 00:13:28,349 --> 00:13:31,184 strategically laying the groundwork at the three biggest malls. 175 00:13:31,185 --> 00:13:32,644 Right as the articles dropped 176 00:13:32,645 --> 00:13:34,314 they distributed their entire brand list 177 00:13:34,731 --> 00:13:36,649 to shopping complexes and outlets. 178 00:13:37,400 --> 00:13:39,986 Did you get the list of brands CGM is launching? 179 00:13:41,612 --> 00:13:45,615 There are around 300 global brands, as well as some domestic brands. 180 00:13:45,616 --> 00:13:50,413 It basically includes all the brands they control in North America. 181 00:13:51,456 --> 00:13:54,292 They've set the table and are telling retailers to eat up. 182 00:13:55,543 --> 00:13:57,670 Based on Oauld's entry contract 183 00:13:58,338 --> 00:14:00,256 it looks like CGM sacrificed their profit margin. 184 00:14:00,923 --> 00:14:02,883 They're essentially trying to eliminate 185 00:14:02,884 --> 00:14:04,510 all the domestic brand controllers. 186 00:14:06,596 --> 00:14:08,597 If we fight amongst ourselves 187 00:14:08,598 --> 00:14:11,809 malls and shopping complexes will have the upper hand. 188 00:14:12,518 --> 00:14:14,311 And once the weak are eliminated 189 00:14:14,312 --> 00:14:17,398 CGM will monopolize nearly half of the market. 190 00:14:17,732 --> 00:14:19,941 Yes, since the early stage of their expansion 191 00:14:19,942 --> 00:14:22,195 their intention seems to be full domination. 192 00:14:28,493 --> 00:14:32,288 Ma'am, Paradi Mall is requesting an amendment to the Aileye contract. 193 00:14:32,955 --> 00:14:35,665 - Aileye just renewed their contract. - Right. 194 00:14:35,666 --> 00:14:37,459 If we don't renew the contract 195 00:14:37,460 --> 00:14:39,462 they're even willing to pay the penalty. 196 00:14:40,004 --> 00:14:42,172 When Paradi Mall first opened 197 00:14:42,173 --> 00:14:44,801 they clung onto us and begged us to help them open stores... 198 00:14:45,593 --> 00:14:46,594 Didn't they? 199 00:14:49,263 --> 00:14:51,599 Since they begged us 200 00:14:52,100 --> 00:14:54,227 now they want us to beg them. 201 00:14:55,436 --> 00:14:57,021 I doubt they're the only ones. 202 00:14:58,940 --> 00:15:00,316 - Mr. Jang. - Yes, ma'am. 203 00:15:00,983 --> 00:15:04,152 Gather a list of stores and brands where complications have arisen 204 00:15:04,153 --> 00:15:05,905 and give me an initial report by the end of the day. 205 00:15:06,155 --> 00:15:07,239 Yes, ma'am. 206 00:15:07,240 --> 00:15:08,365 Mr. Gong. 207 00:15:08,366 --> 00:15:09,951 Consult with the Legal Team. 208 00:15:10,535 --> 00:15:13,746 Compare the size of penalties and sales projections and brief me. 209 00:15:15,206 --> 00:15:17,708 You should at least do that to ease your conscience. 210 00:15:20,336 --> 00:15:21,379 Yes, ma'am. 211 00:15:27,093 --> 00:15:28,094 Goodbye, ma'am. 212 00:15:29,554 --> 00:15:31,722 LOIRE OUTLET SCAN-BASED TRADING SALES CONTRACT 213 00:15:42,650 --> 00:15:44,444 Hello. 214 00:15:49,824 --> 00:15:50,825 Gosh. 215 00:15:51,826 --> 00:15:53,286 You should eat a proper meal. 216 00:15:55,288 --> 00:15:56,413 What is it? 217 00:15:56,414 --> 00:15:57,914 Do you need to report on the penalty scale? 218 00:15:57,915 --> 00:15:58,999 Yeah. 219 00:15:59,000 --> 00:16:00,375 JIN HAE-JU 220 00:16:00,376 --> 00:16:01,419 Go back and wait. 221 00:16:01,752 --> 00:16:03,463 I have so many brands to review. 222 00:16:04,672 --> 00:16:06,549 Right, then should I go back? 223 00:16:14,891 --> 00:16:16,516 You probably didn't eat, either. 224 00:16:16,517 --> 00:16:18,060 When you're busy, this is better than a meal. 225 00:16:24,650 --> 00:16:26,068 Just go back and wait. 226 00:16:28,029 --> 00:16:29,238 This is really good. 227 00:16:32,575 --> 00:16:33,868 Let's talk outside. 228 00:16:34,410 --> 00:16:35,995 Are you sure? Aren't you busy? 229 00:16:36,245 --> 00:16:38,581 If you knew that, you shouldn't have come here. 230 00:16:40,917 --> 00:16:42,209 The managing director is inside. 231 00:16:42,210 --> 00:16:43,544 - Let's leave. - Okay. 232 00:16:53,221 --> 00:16:55,305 The managing director doesn't like you. 233 00:16:55,306 --> 00:16:57,433 Says you make problems out of nothing. 234 00:16:57,767 --> 00:16:58,975 That's understandable. 235 00:16:58,976 --> 00:17:01,187 You change contracts as you please. 236 00:17:02,021 --> 00:17:03,272 There's also Mr. Jeong's case. 237 00:17:03,773 --> 00:17:04,940 We dealt with him 238 00:17:04,941 --> 00:17:07,567 but then you helped him, which led to all of this. 239 00:17:07,568 --> 00:17:08,569 You're right. 240 00:17:08,819 --> 00:17:11,279 - Gosh, you really... - So 241 00:17:11,280 --> 00:17:13,616 when can I get the full amount of penalties? 242 00:17:14,033 --> 00:17:16,077 - Approximately. - I don't know, either. 243 00:17:16,410 --> 00:17:19,663 There's no guarantee we can get the exact amount listed in contracts. 244 00:17:19,664 --> 00:17:21,831 We have to compare the time spent on litigation 245 00:17:21,832 --> 00:17:24,168 and the actual amount we can receive. 246 00:17:24,919 --> 00:17:26,837 With all of that, when can I get it? 247 00:17:27,129 --> 00:17:28,548 - Hey, you... - Hae-ju. 248 00:17:29,382 --> 00:17:32,927 I get that it's a struggle, and that you're upset. 249 00:17:33,886 --> 00:17:35,513 But we still have to work. 250 00:17:36,347 --> 00:17:38,307 I need the timeline so I can prepare. 251 00:17:39,016 --> 00:17:40,100 You're really... 252 00:17:40,101 --> 00:17:43,311 If every brand under CGM wants to terminate their contract 253 00:17:43,312 --> 00:17:45,355 the penalty amount in the contract 254 00:17:45,356 --> 00:17:46,607 plus compensation for damages 255 00:17:46,983 --> 00:17:48,150 totals 280 billion won. 256 00:17:49,235 --> 00:17:51,194 Since it'd be a one-sided termination 257 00:17:51,195 --> 00:17:54,072 if we assume it won't go to court and they'll pay up without a fight 258 00:17:54,073 --> 00:17:55,366 the amount would be similar. 259 00:17:56,284 --> 00:17:59,494 Before the end of the day, at least give me an estimate. 260 00:17:59,495 --> 00:18:02,081 I'll report it for now and follow up again later. 261 00:18:03,457 --> 00:18:05,960 I'll get it to you by 5 p.m. Happy now? 262 00:18:07,211 --> 00:18:08,212 Thank you. 263 00:18:08,838 --> 00:18:11,339 But if I were on their legal team 264 00:18:11,340 --> 00:18:13,049 even if it's a one-sided termination 265 00:18:13,050 --> 00:18:14,719 I wouldn't tell them to pay up without a fight. 266 00:18:15,177 --> 00:18:18,014 I'd nitpick and do everything I could to make both parties at fault. 267 00:18:19,765 --> 00:18:20,933 Speaking of which... 268 00:18:21,976 --> 00:18:24,519 Malls have more than enough power to find a way 269 00:18:24,520 --> 00:18:26,480 to make contract termination both parties' fault. 270 00:18:27,023 --> 00:18:30,151 So if they agree to pay the penalty without putting up a fight 271 00:18:30,568 --> 00:18:32,111 that money is coming from CGM. 272 00:18:35,615 --> 00:18:36,741 I'm the one suffering. 273 00:18:37,283 --> 00:18:38,284 Mr. Oh. 274 00:18:38,951 --> 00:18:40,244 Can we talk for a moment? 275 00:18:40,536 --> 00:18:41,662 - Me? - Just a moment. 276 00:18:46,167 --> 00:18:47,168 Mr. Oh. 277 00:18:47,918 --> 00:18:49,879 Has Mr. Jeong offered you a job? 278 00:18:50,671 --> 00:18:51,672 No. 279 00:18:52,548 --> 00:18:53,924 Why, did you get an offer? 280 00:18:54,717 --> 00:18:55,800 Yes. 281 00:18:55,801 --> 00:18:57,303 That bastard... 282 00:18:58,429 --> 00:18:59,430 Would you accept if you got one? 283 00:18:59,722 --> 00:19:01,598 No, I wouldn't. 284 00:19:01,599 --> 00:19:03,850 But I'm annoyed that he didn't even offer. 285 00:19:03,851 --> 00:19:04,976 What about you, Ms. Joo? 286 00:19:04,977 --> 00:19:06,145 Will you accept? 287 00:19:06,604 --> 00:19:08,189 Yes, I'm going to accept it. 288 00:19:10,441 --> 00:19:11,442 He told me to bring you. 289 00:19:12,526 --> 00:19:13,861 - Me? - Yeah. 290 00:19:14,320 --> 00:19:16,446 You see how things are going here. 291 00:19:16,447 --> 00:19:17,656 It's hopeless. 292 00:19:17,657 --> 00:19:18,948 Let's go together. 293 00:19:18,949 --> 00:19:21,410 Do I start right away, then? 294 00:19:21,952 --> 00:19:23,037 I can quit right now. 295 00:19:24,246 --> 00:19:26,123 Don't quit yet. 296 00:19:26,707 --> 00:19:30,378 Why don't you stay here and keep us in the loop? 297 00:19:34,674 --> 00:19:35,675 Be a mole? 298 00:19:46,977 --> 00:19:49,813 Well, things are hectic for all of us. 299 00:19:49,814 --> 00:19:52,024 Did you hear anything from the brand's end? 300 00:19:53,234 --> 00:19:55,361 We haven't heard much, either. 301 00:19:55,903 --> 00:19:58,155 All right, we'll talk soon. Bye. 302 00:19:58,614 --> 00:19:59,864 - Mr. Yang. - Yes? 303 00:19:59,865 --> 00:20:02,367 Should I mark Richard Hansen as backing out as well? 304 00:20:02,368 --> 00:20:03,785 They do have a monopoly in Asia... 305 00:20:03,786 --> 00:20:04,787 - Hang on. - Sure. 306 00:20:05,371 --> 00:20:06,539 Hello, Manager. 307 00:20:08,999 --> 00:20:10,000 What? 308 00:20:28,144 --> 00:20:29,812 This punk's not answering his phone. 309 00:20:31,230 --> 00:20:32,231 Hey, Park Gi-tae. 310 00:20:32,732 --> 00:20:33,733 Mr. Yang. 311 00:20:34,358 --> 00:20:35,693 What are you doing right now? 312 00:20:36,610 --> 00:20:38,696 They asked me to move these. 313 00:20:39,280 --> 00:20:41,198 Who the fuck did? The buying department? 314 00:20:46,579 --> 00:20:47,580 Mr. Yang. 315 00:20:48,539 --> 00:20:49,540 Mr. Yang! 316 00:21:06,140 --> 00:21:07,391 Where's Mr. Kang? 317 00:21:09,059 --> 00:21:10,811 Where is Mr. Kang? 318 00:21:13,606 --> 00:21:15,524 Yes, how may I help you? 319 00:21:16,650 --> 00:21:17,902 I'm from Hongsung's Sales Division. 320 00:21:19,111 --> 00:21:22,156 Did your team tell my staff to haul boxes? 321 00:21:23,449 --> 00:21:25,074 He offered to do it. 322 00:21:25,075 --> 00:21:26,827 Or did I mishear him? 323 00:21:27,578 --> 00:21:30,955 Are you playing games with us over the Aileye contract? 324 00:21:30,956 --> 00:21:34,083 Moving a few boxes won't solve the contract issue. 325 00:21:34,084 --> 00:21:36,128 What an odd thing to say. 326 00:21:36,796 --> 00:21:38,463 - Hey, Park Gi-tae. - Yes. 327 00:21:38,464 --> 00:21:40,382 Tell me exactly what happened. 328 00:21:41,967 --> 00:21:45,888 Well, Mr. Kang said he'd consider the contract renewal 329 00:21:46,305 --> 00:21:48,307 and asked me to help organize the boxes. 330 00:21:48,766 --> 00:21:50,976 And that guy over there 331 00:21:51,227 --> 00:21:53,729 moved a couple of boxes and then disappeared. 332 00:21:54,313 --> 00:21:55,314 Is that true? 333 00:21:56,607 --> 00:21:57,690 Well, yes. 334 00:21:57,691 --> 00:21:59,984 But I didn't do it on purpose. 335 00:21:59,985 --> 00:22:02,071 - I just... - Are you still denying it? 336 00:22:03,697 --> 00:22:06,325 Why are you coming at me? I have no power. 337 00:22:06,575 --> 00:22:10,578 The contract renewal is the general manager's decision. 338 00:22:10,579 --> 00:22:11,663 Exactly. 339 00:22:11,664 --> 00:22:12,872 So I'm asking 340 00:22:12,873 --> 00:22:15,792 why a powerless bastard like you is fucking around with us! 341 00:22:15,793 --> 00:22:16,876 "Fucking around"? 342 00:22:16,877 --> 00:22:18,253 You piece of shit. 343 00:22:18,254 --> 00:22:20,296 - Hey, come here! - Sir, please... 344 00:22:20,297 --> 00:22:21,381 Come at me, motherfucker. 345 00:22:21,382 --> 00:22:23,091 Who the hell are you to order me around? 346 00:22:23,092 --> 00:22:25,678 Let me go. Do you hear what this punk is saying? 347 00:22:25,970 --> 00:22:28,722 That scumbag still thinks he holds the power. 348 00:22:28,973 --> 00:22:31,266 Then do you hold the power? Are you CGM? 349 00:22:31,267 --> 00:22:33,643 A little shit like you throws your weight around? 350 00:22:33,644 --> 00:22:35,228 What a damn lunatic. 351 00:22:35,229 --> 00:22:38,232 We were going to spare a few of your stores, but forget it. 352 00:22:38,482 --> 00:22:41,025 Get rid of all your stores, you fucking bastard! 353 00:22:41,026 --> 00:22:42,819 Who are you to decide that? 354 00:22:42,820 --> 00:22:44,612 Don't spare them, you fucking idiot. 355 00:22:44,613 --> 00:22:46,114 Damn it, I can't take this. 356 00:22:46,115 --> 00:22:47,323 - Let go. - Damn what? 357 00:22:47,324 --> 00:22:48,575 I said, let me go! 358 00:22:48,576 --> 00:22:50,286 - So what? Try me! - You little... 359 00:22:50,536 --> 00:22:51,912 Hit me, you motherfucker! 360 00:22:52,162 --> 00:22:53,163 Go ahead! 361 00:22:53,747 --> 00:22:55,874 Hey, forget it. 362 00:22:55,875 --> 00:22:57,293 Just get out of my sight. 363 00:22:57,543 --> 00:22:59,419 I don't care about your business anymore 364 00:22:59,420 --> 00:23:00,838 - so get lost! - Hey. 365 00:23:01,255 --> 00:23:03,549 I'll leave even if you freaking beg me to stay. 366 00:23:04,174 --> 00:23:05,175 Let's go. 367 00:23:06,385 --> 00:23:07,677 One more thing. 368 00:23:07,678 --> 00:23:09,804 You should call your mother and apologize. 369 00:23:09,805 --> 00:23:11,223 Say sorry for being a disappointment. 370 00:23:11,807 --> 00:23:12,892 Do you understand? 371 00:23:13,475 --> 00:23:16,437 You're nothing but a pathetic fucking loser. 372 00:23:18,480 --> 00:23:20,274 What a piece of shit. 373 00:23:21,692 --> 00:23:23,444 The power dynamic in this industry always changes. 374 00:23:23,694 --> 00:23:24,987 Don't regret it when the time comes. 375 00:23:25,237 --> 00:23:26,530 Remember, you started it. 376 00:23:30,826 --> 00:23:32,577 Jeez, what an asshole. 377 00:23:32,578 --> 00:23:34,163 Gosh, that little... 378 00:23:36,582 --> 00:23:40,084 Why would you just do what that punk told you to do? 379 00:23:40,085 --> 00:23:41,252 I'm sorry. 380 00:23:41,253 --> 00:23:43,213 Moving boxes won't resolve the contract issue. 381 00:23:43,631 --> 00:23:44,964 Let's say it actually does. 382 00:23:44,965 --> 00:23:46,759 That's even more ridiculous. 383 00:23:47,801 --> 00:23:49,678 Will you just keep moving boxes? 384 00:23:51,722 --> 00:23:54,557 This wasn't just you moving boxes as an individual. 385 00:23:54,558 --> 00:23:56,601 It was Paradi Mall using Hongsung International 386 00:23:56,602 --> 00:23:58,145 as their lackeys. 387 00:23:58,812 --> 00:23:59,813 Do you get that? 388 00:24:00,981 --> 00:24:03,567 I'm sorry, sir. I didn't think that far. 389 00:24:05,569 --> 00:24:06,904 You drive, punk. 390 00:24:07,696 --> 00:24:09,198 - Yes, sir. - Jeez. 391 00:24:15,037 --> 00:24:18,539 Hello, I'm Mo Yu-jin of INA Mall's Sales Team. 392 00:24:18,540 --> 00:24:20,167 - Yes, hello. - Hello. 393 00:24:20,918 --> 00:24:21,919 Have a seat. 394 00:24:25,047 --> 00:24:26,256 Wait, 20%? 395 00:24:27,049 --> 00:24:29,968 Yes, as I just told you, 20% for luxury stores 396 00:24:29,969 --> 00:24:31,887 and 36% for regular stores. 397 00:24:32,429 --> 00:24:34,556 You're raising it by 4% so suddenly? 398 00:24:35,057 --> 00:24:36,850 We're not just doing this to Hongsung. 399 00:24:37,643 --> 00:24:40,020 Will these margins also apply to CGM? 400 00:24:41,146 --> 00:24:42,147 Yes. 401 00:24:43,607 --> 00:24:45,651 You're basically telling us to close our stores. 402 00:24:47,027 --> 00:24:49,863 Well, if you can't do it, then that's too bad. 403 00:24:51,323 --> 00:24:53,325 What if we accept your terms? 404 00:24:53,909 --> 00:24:55,452 Will you raise it to 22%? 405 00:24:56,370 --> 00:24:59,373 That's very likely if Hongsung and CGM both accept. 406 00:25:00,124 --> 00:25:02,126 What will you do if we back out? 407 00:25:02,584 --> 00:25:03,627 Will you pay the penalty? 408 00:25:04,461 --> 00:25:07,006 Yes, we intend to pay the penalty. 409 00:25:07,798 --> 00:25:10,050 The contract renewal is just six months away. 410 00:25:10,801 --> 00:25:12,553 But you'd rather pay the penalty? 411 00:25:13,929 --> 00:25:16,390 That's what we've decided to do. 412 00:25:17,683 --> 00:25:19,601 May I speak to your team leader? 413 00:25:22,563 --> 00:25:26,358 They sent me, which is why Hongsung sent you, no? 414 00:25:26,900 --> 00:25:28,359 If my team leader came 415 00:25:28,360 --> 00:25:30,029 then I'm sure you would have sent yours as well. 416 00:25:31,030 --> 00:25:33,489 They want us assistant managers to handle it ourselves. 417 00:25:33,490 --> 00:25:34,533 Don't you get that? 418 00:25:36,660 --> 00:25:38,119 I have to go now. 419 00:25:38,120 --> 00:25:39,579 Let me know when you make a decision. 420 00:25:39,580 --> 00:25:42,040 I'll give you until next week. 421 00:25:42,041 --> 00:25:43,834 All right, then. Take care. 422 00:25:51,258 --> 00:25:52,467 You did well. 423 00:25:52,468 --> 00:25:54,093 I would've done the same thing. 424 00:25:54,094 --> 00:25:55,763 Oh, not at all. 425 00:25:56,180 --> 00:25:57,930 I shouldn't have gone that far. 426 00:25:57,931 --> 00:25:59,725 But I was so angry at the moment. 427 00:26:00,851 --> 00:26:01,852 I'm sorry, sir. 428 00:26:02,478 --> 00:26:04,855 How many times will you apologize? 429 00:26:05,272 --> 00:26:06,815 I'm sorry... I mean, sorry... 430 00:26:07,149 --> 00:26:08,150 Enough. 431 00:26:11,320 --> 00:26:12,738 Over here. 432 00:26:13,322 --> 00:26:14,405 The food's still warm. 433 00:26:14,406 --> 00:26:15,573 - Hello. - We ordered for you. 434 00:26:15,574 --> 00:26:17,533 - Good work today. - Good work, everyone. 435 00:26:17,534 --> 00:26:19,036 Good work, you two. Eat up. 436 00:26:22,247 --> 00:26:23,457 Nice work, Mr. Yang. 437 00:26:23,916 --> 00:26:24,917 What do you mean? 438 00:26:25,834 --> 00:26:27,794 Word has already gotten around. 439 00:26:27,795 --> 00:26:30,505 Mr. Yang of Hongsung called Mr. Kang of Paradi Mall 440 00:26:30,506 --> 00:26:33,133 "a pathetic fucking loser." 441 00:26:34,593 --> 00:26:36,177 Is that all they're saying? 442 00:26:36,178 --> 00:26:39,347 - Not how I verbally destroyed him? - No. 443 00:26:39,348 --> 00:26:42,351 They're just saying you called him a pathetic fucking loser. 444 00:26:43,685 --> 00:26:44,728 Damn, that sucks. 445 00:26:47,898 --> 00:26:50,817 So are they asking for 20%? 446 00:26:50,818 --> 00:26:52,277 Well, yes. 447 00:26:53,195 --> 00:26:55,697 I've never heard of anyone asking for 20% in Korea. 448 00:26:55,989 --> 00:26:58,032 Did CGM really accept those terms? 449 00:26:58,033 --> 00:26:59,450 Will they even make a profit? 450 00:26:59,451 --> 00:27:01,620 Exactly, I doubt they will. 451 00:27:02,329 --> 00:27:03,996 If anything, they'd lose money. 452 00:27:03,997 --> 00:27:06,290 Same with the mall employees. It makes no sense. 453 00:27:06,291 --> 00:27:08,209 Contract renewals are in six months. 454 00:27:08,210 --> 00:27:10,294 Why would they pay the penalty? 455 00:27:10,295 --> 00:27:13,632 They're willing to overextend to increase market power short-term. 456 00:27:14,174 --> 00:27:15,259 Why? 457 00:27:15,509 --> 00:27:18,011 They could easily beat us even if they took their time. 458 00:27:21,473 --> 00:27:23,558 Ji-hye, are you trading crypto or something? 459 00:27:23,559 --> 00:27:25,602 Sorry, sir. I just have to send this one thing. 460 00:27:25,936 --> 00:27:29,063 - What is it? - Laknes sent next season's designs. 461 00:27:29,064 --> 00:27:30,774 I have to share it with Marketing. 462 00:27:31,191 --> 00:27:32,400 - I see. - Show us. 463 00:27:32,401 --> 00:27:34,026 I understand if it's Laknes. 464 00:27:34,027 --> 00:27:36,029 - Should I send it to all of you? - Yes, please do. 465 00:27:37,823 --> 00:27:38,824 Okay, I sent it. 466 00:27:43,579 --> 00:27:44,955 These designs are intense. 467 00:27:45,581 --> 00:27:47,166 I don't get the style these days. 468 00:27:47,666 --> 00:27:48,916 Isn't it too out there? 469 00:27:48,917 --> 00:27:51,920 The extreme designs sell well in China. 470 00:27:52,254 --> 00:27:53,796 That's true. 471 00:27:53,797 --> 00:27:56,341 These days, you've got to sell well in China before anything else. 472 00:28:10,355 --> 00:28:11,481 - Mr. Gong. - Wait. 473 00:28:12,774 --> 00:28:14,401 - Mr. Yang, Mr. Gong! - Mr. Gong. 474 00:28:15,319 --> 00:28:16,402 Mr. Yang! 475 00:28:16,403 --> 00:28:19,156 NAENGMYEON AND BULGOGI PLATTERS 476 00:28:20,949 --> 00:28:21,950 Mr. Yang! 477 00:28:22,743 --> 00:28:23,910 Mr. Gong! 478 00:28:23,911 --> 00:28:25,245 - Where are they going? - Mr. Gong. 479 00:28:27,789 --> 00:28:29,416 Ms. Joo resigned today. 480 00:28:30,626 --> 00:28:32,085 Unsurprising, right? 481 00:28:34,046 --> 00:28:36,756 Over five people have resigned from Sales Division 1. 482 00:28:36,757 --> 00:28:38,966 Team 1's Park Eun-sik also quit. 483 00:28:38,967 --> 00:28:40,010 Park Eun-sik? 484 00:28:41,261 --> 00:28:43,221 They even took a rookie like him? 485 00:28:43,222 --> 00:28:45,849 Well, he claims he's quitting due to a family issue. 486 00:28:46,475 --> 00:28:47,892 After what happened last time 487 00:28:47,893 --> 00:28:50,645 we did our best to crack down. I can't believe this. 488 00:28:50,646 --> 00:28:52,563 Last time was an ethical issue. 489 00:28:52,564 --> 00:28:54,066 This time is a bit different. 490 00:28:54,900 --> 00:28:57,319 Who can stop them from pursuing better benefits? 491 00:28:57,903 --> 00:28:58,904 Even so 492 00:28:59,238 --> 00:29:02,449 they should tell us honestly, instead of claiming family issues. 493 00:29:04,159 --> 00:29:05,326 All right, that's enough. 494 00:29:05,327 --> 00:29:06,869 Let's forget about those who left. 495 00:29:06,870 --> 00:29:08,705 Let them go. We have work to do. 496 00:29:09,414 --> 00:29:12,959 Any new developments since the last report? 497 00:29:12,960 --> 00:29:14,710 Not yet 498 00:29:14,711 --> 00:29:16,672 but I have a feeling there will be soon. 499 00:29:18,382 --> 00:29:19,465 All right. 500 00:29:19,466 --> 00:29:22,802 If any more brands or partners want to terminate contracts 501 00:29:22,803 --> 00:29:24,721 don't stop them. Just report it. 502 00:29:25,597 --> 00:29:27,515 I'm sure some haven't said anything out of morality. 503 00:29:27,516 --> 00:29:28,767 There will definitely be more. 504 00:29:29,559 --> 00:29:31,812 And don't be meek when dealing with the malls. 505 00:29:33,397 --> 00:29:37,149 But if we don't try to stop them, we'll lose 50% of our brands 506 00:29:37,150 --> 00:29:39,069 and 60% of our retailers. 507 00:29:40,362 --> 00:29:41,530 Then what should we do? 508 00:29:42,531 --> 00:29:44,032 Should we beg them to stay? 509 00:29:44,741 --> 00:29:46,326 Won't that just make us look bad? 510 00:29:47,452 --> 00:29:48,912 No need to blame them. 511 00:29:49,705 --> 00:29:52,832 Ultimately, a company must make a profit. 512 00:29:52,833 --> 00:29:56,836 If someone offered me a better deal, I'd take it too. 513 00:29:56,837 --> 00:29:58,379 Did you think they were our friends 514 00:29:58,380 --> 00:30:00,507 because we always shook hands and ate good meals together? 515 00:30:01,466 --> 00:30:02,509 There's no such thing here. 516 00:30:03,593 --> 00:30:06,179 The world runs on that kind of hypocrisy. 517 00:30:06,638 --> 00:30:07,888 Right now 518 00:30:07,889 --> 00:30:10,434 that hypocrisy just feels a bit harsher. 519 00:30:11,476 --> 00:30:12,811 It'll be tough for a while 520 00:30:13,353 --> 00:30:15,187 but our company won't go under from this. 521 00:30:15,188 --> 00:30:16,189 Have confidence. 522 00:30:17,232 --> 00:30:18,316 While we're at it 523 00:30:18,317 --> 00:30:20,860 take everything we moved to shopping complexes and outlets 524 00:30:20,861 --> 00:30:22,278 back to the malls. 525 00:30:22,279 --> 00:30:24,031 - Revert them to full price. - Yes, ma'am. 526 00:30:24,323 --> 00:30:27,117 Does this mean we're giving up on inventory management? 527 00:30:27,576 --> 00:30:29,161 We can't manage the inventory, anyway. 528 00:30:29,578 --> 00:30:32,331 At times like this, we should try to get the penalty fees. 529 00:30:37,794 --> 00:30:39,546 TEAM 5 LEADER GONG EUN-TAE 530 00:30:42,632 --> 00:30:43,884 Yes, what is it? 531 00:30:50,891 --> 00:30:52,684 - Hello, Ms. Park. - Hello, ma'am. 532 00:30:53,685 --> 00:30:54,894 What is this about? 533 00:30:54,895 --> 00:30:56,063 What about CGM? 534 00:30:57,439 --> 00:30:58,482 It's China. 535 00:30:58,899 --> 00:31:00,317 - Because of tariffs? - Yes. 536 00:31:00,776 --> 00:31:04,529 Laknes also entered the Korean market because of tariffs, didn't it? 537 00:31:04,988 --> 00:31:08,075 If they deliver to China from Korea, they can avoid tariffs. 538 00:31:09,034 --> 00:31:11,077 Look, I get the logic. 539 00:31:11,078 --> 00:31:12,746 But it still makes no sense. 540 00:31:13,080 --> 00:31:15,123 Why would they go this far? 541 00:31:16,124 --> 00:31:18,001 There's a rumor going around Shenzhen. 542 00:31:18,377 --> 00:31:19,627 Starting next year 543 00:31:19,628 --> 00:31:21,545 new company establishment 544 00:31:21,546 --> 00:31:23,715 will be heavily restricted in Shenzhen's tax-free zone 545 00:31:24,299 --> 00:31:25,926 That's only three months away. 546 00:31:26,343 --> 00:31:29,470 Yes, they must register their company in Korea and China 547 00:31:29,471 --> 00:31:30,888 secure distribution centers 548 00:31:30,889 --> 00:31:31,972 make initial shipments 549 00:31:31,973 --> 00:31:34,183 and generate sales before then. 550 00:31:34,184 --> 00:31:37,478 Shenzhen grants tariff exemption only once sales are generated. 551 00:31:37,479 --> 00:31:39,021 So once it becomes next year 552 00:31:39,022 --> 00:31:41,483 CGM won't be able to receive tariff exemption. 553 00:31:42,526 --> 00:31:43,568 Have you verified this? 554 00:31:44,027 --> 00:31:46,154 I checked with Shenzhen's Deputy Secretary's assistant. 555 00:31:46,613 --> 00:31:48,990 We can win if we drag this out. 556 00:31:49,783 --> 00:31:50,784 He's right. 557 00:31:51,034 --> 00:31:53,244 If we compete with CGM 558 00:31:53,245 --> 00:31:55,746 and pretend to fight while raising the margin rate 559 00:31:55,747 --> 00:31:57,374 CGM won't be able to hang on. 560 00:31:57,749 --> 00:32:00,334 If they can't enter China's market, there's no need for them 561 00:32:00,335 --> 00:32:02,462 to take on such margin rates in Korea. 562 00:32:05,132 --> 00:32:07,884 There's another option besides dragging this out. 563 00:32:08,552 --> 00:32:10,137 What? You're making me nervous. 564 00:32:10,679 --> 00:32:11,680 What is it? 565 00:32:12,722 --> 00:32:15,517 Let's start with making back our penalty fees. 566 00:32:35,412 --> 00:32:38,081 Why are these punks so confident? 567 00:32:38,665 --> 00:32:40,958 No, we understand your position. 568 00:32:40,959 --> 00:32:45,464 We can only proceed with CGM. I hope you understand. 569 00:32:45,922 --> 00:32:48,257 Then we'll immediately withdraw all of our retailers 570 00:32:48,258 --> 00:32:49,384 upon contract termination. 571 00:32:49,759 --> 00:32:51,427 I hope you know it'll be very hard 572 00:32:51,428 --> 00:32:53,805 to generate this level of revenue in the future. 573 00:32:55,056 --> 00:32:56,057 Damn it. 574 00:32:58,226 --> 00:32:59,227 Don't mind me. 575 00:33:01,521 --> 00:33:02,522 I'll take that. 576 00:33:02,856 --> 00:33:04,107 It's okay. Give it to me. 577 00:33:05,817 --> 00:33:07,611 What a load of nonsense. 578 00:33:10,322 --> 00:33:11,780 Have you made a decision? 579 00:33:11,781 --> 00:33:12,782 Yes. 580 00:33:13,283 --> 00:33:14,868 We'll clear out all our stores. 581 00:33:15,911 --> 00:33:16,994 Sorry? 582 00:33:16,995 --> 00:33:19,080 We just can't accept a 4% increase. 583 00:33:20,957 --> 00:33:22,416 - But... - As for the penalty fee 584 00:33:22,417 --> 00:33:25,003 our legal team will be in touch. Goodbye, then. 585 00:33:31,009 --> 00:33:32,010 What was that? 586 00:33:33,136 --> 00:33:34,720 After taking care of the penalties 587 00:33:34,721 --> 00:33:37,473 Hongsung will enter the Chinese market before CGM. 588 00:33:37,474 --> 00:33:39,267 We've already expanded to China. 589 00:33:39,559 --> 00:33:41,477 Yes, but our China branch is practically 590 00:33:41,478 --> 00:33:43,687 just a distribution channel for Korean brands. 591 00:33:43,688 --> 00:33:44,772 So? 592 00:33:44,773 --> 00:33:46,942 You suggest we bring foreign brands to China first? 593 00:33:47,192 --> 00:33:48,275 Yes, sir. 594 00:33:48,276 --> 00:33:51,153 We'll select the ones CGM is most afraid of 595 00:33:51,154 --> 00:33:54,241 and Hongsung will plant our flag in China before CGM does. 596 00:33:55,158 --> 00:33:56,159 Is that even possible? 597 00:33:56,701 --> 00:34:00,121 Would global brands even want to team up with us 598 00:34:00,455 --> 00:34:02,457 over CGM? 599 00:34:03,250 --> 00:34:05,085 Maybe not if it was between us and CGM. 600 00:34:07,003 --> 00:34:08,547 But what about Mantua? 601 00:34:20,559 --> 00:34:22,810 CGM may be an industry giant 602 00:34:22,811 --> 00:34:24,645 but they can't compare to Mantua. 603 00:34:24,646 --> 00:34:27,064 Honestly, if we just look at perfume sales 604 00:34:27,065 --> 00:34:29,067 Mantua is in a whole different class. 605 00:34:29,526 --> 00:34:32,112 CGM's brands may do well in North America 606 00:34:32,404 --> 00:34:35,782 but Mantua has European brands expanding worldwide. 607 00:34:38,201 --> 00:34:40,202 They just dump inventory wholesale. 608 00:34:40,203 --> 00:34:41,412 Will they consider retail? 609 00:34:41,413 --> 00:34:44,916 What if we set everything up in China so they can sell wholesale? 610 00:34:45,417 --> 00:34:48,377 It's not like Hongsung is saying we'll be their agency. 611 00:34:48,378 --> 00:34:52,172 It's a win-win strategy if they just help us secure brands. 612 00:34:52,173 --> 00:34:53,466 There's no reason not to do it. 613 00:34:53,717 --> 00:34:57,929 If they do it, Mantua's brands will wholly become ours. 614 00:34:58,555 --> 00:34:59,556 He's right. 615 00:34:59,889 --> 00:35:02,225 In a fight between CGM and Mantua 616 00:35:02,892 --> 00:35:05,436 - no brand would join CGM. - Right. 617 00:35:05,437 --> 00:35:07,646 If we can bring Mantua to China 618 00:35:07,647 --> 00:35:09,399 we will win. 619 00:35:09,858 --> 00:35:13,194 So we'll get the penalties we're owed and win this futile fight too. 620 00:35:14,237 --> 00:35:15,238 And those who left us 621 00:35:15,655 --> 00:35:18,115 will have no choice but to renew contracts with us. 622 00:35:18,116 --> 00:35:20,619 Yes, we can get even better terms. 623 00:35:25,624 --> 00:35:26,791 This conversation 624 00:35:27,083 --> 00:35:28,585 must stay between us. 625 00:35:31,004 --> 00:35:32,087 Park Gi-tae, Lee Ji-hye. 626 00:35:32,088 --> 00:35:33,172 - Yes? - Yes? 627 00:35:33,173 --> 00:35:34,633 You two should be most careful. 628 00:35:35,008 --> 00:35:37,844 People tend to spill when they suddenly get exclusive information. 629 00:35:38,261 --> 00:35:39,429 Do you understand? 630 00:35:40,013 --> 00:35:41,348 - Yes, ma'am. - Yes, we'll be careful. 631 00:35:42,682 --> 00:35:44,391 - Mr. Gong. - Yes? 632 00:35:44,392 --> 00:35:47,478 Starting tomorrow, withdraw from all stores requesting new contracts 633 00:35:47,479 --> 00:35:48,647 and collect the penalty fees. 634 00:35:49,522 --> 00:35:52,108 - Interior construction costs too. - Yes, ma'am. 635 00:35:52,525 --> 00:35:53,734 And Mr. Gong. 636 00:35:53,735 --> 00:35:56,529 Do whatever it takes to get Sponza on board. 637 00:35:56,988 --> 00:35:58,156 That's our lifeline. 638 00:35:58,531 --> 00:35:59,574 Yes, ma'am. 639 00:36:01,910 --> 00:36:03,036 Let's call it a day. 640 00:36:10,126 --> 00:36:11,670 Ms. Park has such an aura. 641 00:36:12,545 --> 00:36:14,172 Ms. Park knows my name. 642 00:36:14,673 --> 00:36:15,674 Mine too. 643 00:36:16,132 --> 00:36:19,343 Hey, Ms. Park knows me better than I know myself. 644 00:36:19,344 --> 00:36:21,221 I bet she knows you all better than you know yourselves. 645 00:36:21,971 --> 00:36:22,972 Hurry up. 646 00:36:32,065 --> 00:36:33,191 All right. 647 00:36:43,702 --> 00:36:44,744 Here we are. 648 00:36:45,286 --> 00:36:46,620 This dish is 649 00:36:46,621 --> 00:36:49,958 roe, caviar, and truffle atop grilled blackthroat seaperch. 650 00:36:50,750 --> 00:36:52,419 Wait, I'll set it down for you. 651 00:36:55,046 --> 00:36:56,172 Thank you, sir. 652 00:36:56,631 --> 00:36:58,006 Eat the roe first. 653 00:36:58,007 --> 00:36:59,843 Then the caviar and the truffle. 654 00:37:00,093 --> 00:37:01,094 All right. 655 00:37:06,474 --> 00:37:07,766 How is it? 656 00:37:07,767 --> 00:37:09,018 Wow, it's incredible. 657 00:37:12,814 --> 00:37:13,815 Thank you. 658 00:37:18,445 --> 00:37:21,406 Hongsung says they'll withdraw all their stores. 659 00:37:22,657 --> 00:37:25,118 At this rate, my mall will be full of empty spots. 660 00:37:25,827 --> 00:37:28,245 We'll fill those spots with even better terms. 661 00:37:28,246 --> 00:37:29,456 Why are you worrying? 662 00:37:30,165 --> 00:37:32,083 Change is a scary thing. 663 00:37:32,751 --> 00:37:34,919 Even more so when there's no resistance to it. 664 00:37:36,796 --> 00:37:37,797 Sir. 665 00:37:39,591 --> 00:37:41,301 You have nothing to worry about. 666 00:37:41,968 --> 00:37:43,511 Hongsung has no cards to play. 667 00:37:43,970 --> 00:37:46,180 That's what makes it weirder. 668 00:37:46,181 --> 00:37:49,476 I assumed they'd at least accept 20%. 669 00:37:51,394 --> 00:37:53,980 They probably figure contract renewal won't be easy 670 00:37:54,522 --> 00:37:56,483 and are trying to get their penalty fees instead. 671 00:37:56,900 --> 00:37:59,194 Of course, they'll try to get their penalty fees. 672 00:37:59,819 --> 00:38:01,863 But I saw it's not just us. 673 00:38:02,363 --> 00:38:04,031 It looks like they're withdrawing 674 00:38:04,032 --> 00:38:05,742 from every mall that requested a new contract. 675 00:38:07,202 --> 00:38:10,413 This means Hongsung is getting out of the business. 676 00:38:11,039 --> 00:38:12,415 They should, if they can't handle it. 677 00:38:12,791 --> 00:38:13,917 What else can they do? 678 00:38:17,962 --> 00:38:19,589 - Mr. Jeong. - Yes? 679 00:38:20,089 --> 00:38:21,382 How long were you at Hongsung? 680 00:38:22,258 --> 00:38:23,259 Eleven years. 681 00:38:23,968 --> 00:38:25,261 During that time 682 00:38:25,887 --> 00:38:27,639 how many crises did Hongsung face? 683 00:38:29,265 --> 00:38:30,266 I'm not sure. 684 00:38:32,101 --> 00:38:35,313 Hongsung won't fall this easily. 685 00:38:36,064 --> 00:38:37,732 I know that better than you. 686 00:38:41,152 --> 00:38:42,612 I admire your confidence 687 00:38:43,071 --> 00:38:44,572 but don't get too complacent. 688 00:38:45,490 --> 00:38:48,535 If things go wrong, we'll be taking a big hit. 689 00:38:49,202 --> 00:38:50,912 Yes, sir. I understand. 690 00:39:01,548 --> 00:39:02,714 NOAVILLA MALL CONTRACT TERMINATION NOTICE 691 00:39:02,715 --> 00:39:04,384 DELMAR MALL CONTRACT TERMINATION NOTICE 692 00:39:05,885 --> 00:39:09,305 VICE PRESIDENT KOO IN-MOCK 693 00:39:13,309 --> 00:39:14,310 Come in. 694 00:39:23,403 --> 00:39:24,404 You wanted to see me, sir? 695 00:39:29,284 --> 00:39:30,285 What is all this? 696 00:39:30,785 --> 00:39:33,454 We can't resolve this by clinging to them. 697 00:39:34,289 --> 00:39:35,665 So you'll withdraw from everything? 698 00:39:36,791 --> 00:39:38,668 Do you just want to shut down without a plan? 699 00:39:39,377 --> 00:39:41,170 We have a plan, sir. 700 00:39:41,421 --> 00:39:42,422 What is it? 701 00:39:43,715 --> 00:39:45,007 I'm sorry for asking 702 00:39:45,008 --> 00:39:46,843 but may I report to you at a later date? 703 00:39:50,013 --> 00:39:52,222 You punk, what do you take me for? 704 00:39:52,223 --> 00:39:54,600 Jeong Seon-hyuk offered our Finance Team's leader 705 00:39:54,601 --> 00:39:57,562 the CFO position for CGM's Korea Branch. 706 00:39:58,396 --> 00:40:00,981 - So? - If I were Jeong Seon-hyuk 707 00:40:00,982 --> 00:40:04,152 the first person I would contact would be you, Mr. Koo. 708 00:40:04,944 --> 00:40:07,946 Even if he meets with the malls as CEO 709 00:40:07,947 --> 00:40:09,907 they'll still talk down to him 710 00:40:09,908 --> 00:40:12,535 because he's still the same person, even with CGM backing him. 711 00:40:13,369 --> 00:40:15,914 If he wants to talk with the malls on equal footing 712 00:40:16,456 --> 00:40:18,499 he needs someone like you, don't you think? 713 00:40:19,959 --> 00:40:22,587 So are you keeping it confidential even from me? 714 00:40:24,172 --> 00:40:25,214 I'm sorry, sir. 715 00:41:36,869 --> 00:41:37,870 Mr. Gong Eun-tae? 716 00:41:57,098 --> 00:42:02,020 THE ORDINARY JACKPOT 717 00:42:15,116 --> 00:42:18,286 TEAM 5 LEADER GONG EUN-TAE 718 00:42:18,953 --> 00:42:20,204 Yes, what is it? 719 00:42:30,673 --> 00:42:33,634 MY DAUGHTER 720 00:42:36,471 --> 00:42:37,889 MOM 721 00:42:42,894 --> 00:42:44,561 Hi, Mom. Where are you? 722 00:42:44,562 --> 00:42:46,354 Yun-gyeong, are you at home? 723 00:42:46,355 --> 00:42:47,481 Where else would I be? 724 00:42:47,482 --> 00:42:48,649 You wanted to eat dinner together. 725 00:42:49,317 --> 00:42:50,318 Right. 726 00:42:51,069 --> 00:42:53,988 But I think I'll be a little late. 727 00:42:54,614 --> 00:42:55,615 Unbelievable. 728 00:42:56,449 --> 00:42:58,910 I told you I was just going to eat with Min-ji. 729 00:42:59,327 --> 00:43:00,410 I'm sorry. 730 00:43:00,411 --> 00:43:02,537 I planned to get home early 731 00:43:02,538 --> 00:43:03,790 - but something came up... - Whatever. 732 00:43:04,123 --> 00:43:05,666 Did I beg you to eat with me? 733 00:43:06,042 --> 00:43:07,709 Why make a promise you can't keep? 734 00:43:07,710 --> 00:43:09,669 So annoying. 735 00:43:09,670 --> 00:43:11,338 And it's my birthday. Seriously? 736 00:43:11,339 --> 00:43:14,217 Well, I really was trying to get home early. 737 00:43:14,759 --> 00:43:16,176 Whatever, I'm going out. 738 00:43:16,177 --> 00:43:17,469 Where? 739 00:43:17,470 --> 00:43:19,513 Start eating with Dad. I'll be there soon. 740 00:43:19,514 --> 00:43:21,431 Why would I eat with Dad? 741 00:43:21,432 --> 00:43:22,433 I'm hanging up. 742 00:43:39,700 --> 00:43:41,994 WHEN TURNING LEFT, YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS 743 00:46:19,944 --> 00:46:21,904 Subtitles by Eunice Kim