Original subtitles

(Seo Hyun Jin)

(Yoo Jae Myung)

(Lee Si Woo)

(Yoon Se A)

(Chang Ryul)

(Dahyun)

(Love Me)

(Love Me)

All right, let's try that again.

Let's keep that and go for one more take.

Let's do it one more time.

We'll keep that and go again.

We'll keep this one too.

Gyu Hee.

Gyu Hee.

Gyu Hee.

- I can't do this. - Gosh, what's wrong?

Of all days for Na Ra to get sick, it had to be today.

And you had to go and make the song so difficult.

Where do we find someone to pull this off on short notice?

What about Hui Jeong?

Hui Jeong? You think I didn't already call her?

She saw the score and said she'd need a week to practice.

I'm not trying to blame you, but you could've been more flexible.

This is definitely...

Yoon Ju?

You really did just fall out of the sky.

I heard you were back in town,

but I can't believe you're actually here.

Hi, Do Hyun.

Hey, Jun Kyung, have you eaten yet?

I was waiting to eat with you, so not yet.

Are you going to be much longer?

It's going to take a little longer.

I'll probably grab a bite with Jung Hoon later,

so go ahead and eat without me.

You must be starving.

Jin Ho.

Have you seen my Bom?

It's just that I can't find Bom.

Ja Yeong.

Are you okay?

I must have dozed off.

I was dreaming about Bom.

The dream felt so real, I thought she was actually here.

Goodness.

So it was a dream.

I must have scared you.

Gosh.

I'm sorry.

Oh, and one more thing. You'll need about 5,000 dollars ready.

A lot of people are competing to teach these electives,

and it's a desirable position, so that amount isn't out of line.

All right. Wrap things up and come quick.

The director loved it.

- Send Jung Hoon your account info. - Gosh, so transactional.

Thank you.

- Enjoy your meal. - We will, thank you.

It's been ages since I've had hagfish.

Playing earlier brought back so many memories.

Remember that street piano in Jongno from our freshman year?

I played your piece on it back then, remember?

A huge crowd gathered around us. Remember that?

Do you have any idea how much I liked you back then?

Come on, we don't need to be awkward about old memories.

I was thinking about the old days earlier too.

Back then,

I really liked you too.

But...

like you said,

it's all in the past.

I'm sorry, but I should get going.

Jun Kyung is waiting for me. I don't feel right staying longer.

Then what about me?

You're the one I need right now.

We were over a long time ago.

I'll do my best as Daniel's father,

but there's nothing more between us.

Do Hyun, where are you going? Hey!

Do Hyun!

(Grilled hagfish, eel noodles, pork rind)

I know.

I know Jun Kyung is with Do Hyun now.

But it's only been two years.

We go way back.

And we have...

Daniel.

I just figured I had the upper hand.

Come on, it's not a competition.

So,

what are you going to do now?

I don't know.

What am I supposed to do now?

Both joy and sorrow...

always seem to come out of nowhere.

This feels especially true for sorrow.

There's a certain tribe in Africa...

that believed that rain was a sign of the Almighty's sorrow.

When it rained, they wouldn't leave their village...

until the rain stopped.

Not until the sun was shining and the ground was dry.

Here in Seoul, unforeseen rain is falling.

Could it be a sign of sorrow...

that the Almighty is sending us?

Listeners,

did you remember your umbrellas?

With Bom...

She'd stay still when I'd pet her like this.

I can still feel how soft the back of her head was.

The happy memories...

are what make things harder.

If I'd known it would be this hard,

I wouldn't have tried to be so happy.

I wonder if that Oblivion Package is still a thing.

Remember the tourists on Jeju, when we were eating?

- Jin Ho. - Yes?

Do you hear that?

The rain?

Jun Kyung, where have you been?

You're soaked. You should have taken an umbrella.

It's like an umbrella can be right by your side,

but it's never there when you actually need it.

I lied to you, Jun Kyung.

Earlier,

when you called me,

I was with Yoon Ju.

I was worried you'd be uncomfortable if you knew,

so I couldn't tell you.

I thought it was better to lie.

I'm sorry.

I went by the studio earlier.

Thank you for being honest with me.

I've been giving this a lot of thought,

and...

I hope that moment is now.

When you need me,

and even when you don't,

I...

will always be by your side, Jun Kyung.

Jun Kyung.

Will you marry me?

- Hi, Dad. - Hey, Jun Kyung.

- Is now a bad time? - No, it's fine. What's up?

It's not a big deal,

but it's about Ja Yeong.

I thought she was doing better here,

but lately, she's been having trouble sleeping,

she seems much more on edge,

and she just seems depressed.

I've heard of something called Pet Loss Syndrome.

Maybe that's what she's going through?

Pet Loss Syndrome?

Yes. It's after you lose a pet.

I heard a lot of people even go to therapy for it.

They were family, after all.

Jun Kyung. Why don't you all come visit sometime?

I haven't seen you all in a while, and I miss Daniel too.

We will, Dad.

I'm sorry for not checking in.

I know you're busy. Thanks.

- Okay. - Jun Kyung.

And you're doing okay, right?

I'm doing fine.

All right, I'll see you soon, Jun Kyung.

Okay.

Ja Yeong.

What are you looking at so intently?

The five-day market should be open. Want to go check it out?

We can pick up a few things we need,

and grab some jjajangmyeon while we're there.

Jin Ho.

Yes?

Do you think...

we rushed into moving here?

I wonder if running away like that was the right decision.

Jin Ho.

Jin Ho?

You don't like it here?

- What? - Answer me. Don't you like it here?

- It's not that... - You were the one who said it.

You wanted to see the first flowers bloom,

get the first kiss of the sun,

step on the first fallen leaves. You'd like a place like this.

You're the one who told me that, Ja Yeong.

What do you mean, "running away"? We're not running from anything.

I was just feeling a bit suffocated, and...

I didn't really mean anything by it.

I'm sorry.

I guess I was being a little sensitive.

You're living with Jun Kyung, right?

Which means you're basically in a common-law marriage already.

All you have to do is take just one more step.

Just one more step.

But for Jun Kyung, that one step is the hard part.

I know.

It's because...

my job isn't stable, and...

- I have a kid too. - If there's even a one percent...

of ulterior motive in his proposal,

it'd just feel wrong.

It's not because of her.

And it's not because of the kid.

If it's not because of his ex,

then what on earth is it?

I'm telling you, it's not about you.

For Jun Kyung, the issue is with marriage itself.

It's... How should I put this?

She's already gone through countless mental rehearsals...

and run pointless simulations in her head.

It's typical for smart pessimists who think they know it all.

The point is, whether it's you or someone else,

it's not a problem with her partner. You get me?

What I mean is, for Jun Kyung, it's about herself.

This compulsion to never, ever fail? This perfectionism?

That's what's kicking in.

I'm the problem.

You don't get it, do you?

No.

I really don't get it,

and I can't relate at all.

Do Hyun is a really great guy.

He's the one who made me realise that joy and happiness...

all come from our relationships with others.

Then why?

I don't have the confidence.

It's already overwhelming dealing with what I expect.

If something unexpected happens between us,

a tragedy that's completely out of our control,

I'm sure I'd want to run away and let it all go.

Right.

Your dad had it...

really tough.

No.

It's because I imagine how hard it was for my mom.

She couldn't hold on, but she couldn't let go either.

She must have been in so much agony.

- How's it going? - It's a total train wreck.

And Jun Kyung?

She's being sincere.

Sincere enough to turn down a diamond.

I've never seen Do Hyun look so serious.

Don't tell me...

They're not going to break up, are they?

A couple in their prime fails to take the next step?

- The chances are high. - No way, they're so in love.

The culmination of love is marriage. It's the destiny of a social animal.

Love and marriage are inseparable. They're a package deal.

If you realise there's no future with someone,

it's instinct to go out and find someone who is.

Are you very disappointed?

No.

A little.

I'm disappointed.

I'm sorry.

Your own...

special moment,

will come. I truly believe that it will.

I'll be waiting eagerly. I really will.

Thank you for understanding.

Gosh, this is all rotted out.

Oh, you scared me! You really startled me.

Are you sure you can handle that?

You've never done this before. Shouldn't you call a professional?

What? It's my own house. I can't always call for help.

I've got to do it myself.

- Need a hand? - No, it's fine.

It's dangerous. Go on, get down.

It's dangerous. Get down.

Are you still sulking?

Sulking? Who's sulking?

Just get down already.

All right.

What does she take me for? Watch me fix this perfectly.

Okay. A little thing like this?

Okay, here we go.

Goodness, this thing is loud.

See? Nothing to it.

- Oh, no! - Jin Ho!

Ja Yeong, help me! I've been shot!

What am I going to do about this?

- Look at this! What do we do? - What do we do?

No, don't! It's dangerous! Get back!

- Oh, no! - Just do something about this!

- Like what? - Don't pull it!

(Bom Campground)

- Hey, you brat! You little... - Come here.

My goodness.

Did you just laugh?

I'm sorry, Jin Ho.

It's just, you look so ridiculous right now...

- What? - I can't believe this!

Goodness.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

Feels good to be done, right? You worked hard.

Hey, I told you I'd treat you to something even better.

Whenever I was up writing late at night,

I'd get a huge craving for a thick, loaded seafood pancake like this.

I told myself I'd get one tomorrow, but then I'd forget,

and then the craving would hit again in the middle of the night.

You seem to be in a really good mood.

- Looks like you have good news. - Gosh, is it that obvious?

Okay, let me brag for a second.

My boyfriend isn't a professor,

but it looks like he's going to be teaching at the university.

So it's a double celebration!

I just assumed you'd heard the news too.

Heard what?

I've printed the sophomore materials and am now organising the juniors'.

Thanks.

Oh, right.

I heard from Professor Choi.

- Congratulations. - It's all thanks to you, Professor.

Thank you.

The semester's almost over,

so finish strong.

- Yes, sir. - Okay. Finish up and then head out.

If you need anything while prepping for lectures,

or if you have any questions or run into trouble,

don't hesitate to let me know.

Professor?

Yes? What's up?

Well...

If you have something, spit it out. I have to get to class.

It's nothing. I'll do my best to finish strong.

- All right! - All right!

Hey, you have a minute? I wanted to ask you something.

Yes, go ahead.

This is kind of random, but...

Nowadays, do lecturers still have to give their supervising professor...

money or something?

Who even does that anymore?

Why?

Don't tell me... Professor Song?

No. Someone just asked me about it.

Okay, thanks. I'll talk to you later.

Bye.

What?

You're here?

- Jun Seo, wake up. - Why?

- Get up. Give me your hand. - Why?

Goodness. Gosh.

- What is it? - Our big-mouthed writer said...

- Yes? - I...

won the Grand Prize!

Really?

In the Woori-deul Publishing Contest,

I won the Grand Prize!

- Hey, good job. - Oh, my! I can't believe it!

- All your hard work paid off. - I'm so happy!

- You packed a toothbrush and towel? - Yes, I got everything.

You've wanted to go camping, Daniel, so this is perfect.

Yes. And Jun Seo and Hye On are so much fun.

Mom, what are you going to do?

While I'm gone?

I have plenty to do.

- I'll see my friends and have fun. - Mom.

You should still...

feed Oscar.

Don't forget.

Hey, do you really think I'd forget to feed Oscar?

No, that's not it.

It's just that I once didn't feed him on purpose.

Because of Ms. Seo.

I was so mad at her.

I think Dad's here.

- Mom, I'm heading out. - Okay, have fun.

Gosh, you're washing my face and even my hair.

I'm really getting the royal treatment.

Getting hurt was totally worth it.

Maybe I'll injure my right hand. Then you'd have to feed me, right?

Would you please be quiet? Everyone will be here any minute.

Here comes the water.

Oh, so refreshing.

(Bom Campground)

- Dad. - Hey, glad you made it.

- Hello. - Hi, welcome.

- It's good to see you. - Hello. Hey, Dad.

- Gosh, look how tall you've gotten! - She's so pretty.

I got taller, didn't I?

Hey!

Get it! Come on!

- Did you get it? - Jun Kyung! Look at this!

I can't believe this.

There are so many fish, but I can't seem to catch any.

Come on, how could you miss that? Seriously, how did you not catch it?

It's cold.

What's the problem?

Do Hyun...

The more I see of him, the more I like him.

You think so too, Mom?

I do. You two look wonderful together.

Why are you hesitating?

Jun Kyung.

My life wasn't just a series of hardships.

You may not understand it right now,

and that can be scary,

but as you go through life, you'll understand.

That love isn't just about the joy...

and happiness of being together.

When you look at someone and your heart just aches,

and you feel for them,

that's also a part of love.

For me, all of it was happiness,

and I was grateful for every moment.

The part of me that wanted to let go...

and wanted to run away...

I'm so sorry that you saw that side of me.

Jun Kyung.

Don't be afraid.

You, Jun Kyung,

are so much stronger than I ever was.

Yes, I got one!

There are so many!

Jun Kyung!

- Look at this! Fish! - Look at this!

There are a ton!

Hey, awesome, right?

All right, everyone.

- That's way too much. What do I do? - Bottoms up!

- You guys! - No way!

- I give up. - Cheers!

- Here you go. - Thank you.

- Cheers. - Gosh, this is good.

All right.

I'll find the hope my anxiety has been hiding.

Even if I can't be the person I imagine,

I won't be disappointed.

I'm going to try and trust myself.

The moment I made up my mind,

I realised something.

Why was I even...

hesitating?

- He ate two whole peppers. Oh, no! - He did?

I can't with you. Dad, seriously!

He ate them himself.

- There's something I need to say. - Yes?

I'm going to marry Do Hyun.

If this was your plan,

you should've just said yes from the start.

Why did you...

have to put me through all that?

Because back then, that's truly how I felt.

So that sincerity...

What made you change your mind?

Greed?

I couldn't get that diamond ring out of my head.

The more I thought about it,

I can't find a single reason not to marry you.

Ju Do Hyun.

Will you marry me?

Are you...

proposing to me right now?

Yes.

Yes.

Jun Kyung.

I will marry you.

I miss those days.

How you'd escort me after my performances.

Just a manager doing her job.

How's it going? Any luck with what you went to Korea for?

It's not that easy.

Why not?

Didn't you want it more than anything?

It seems someone else wants it more than I do.

Yoon Ju, you said you were suffocating here.

You went there so you could finally live.

What are you doing, drinking alone on your birthday?

I miss you, Anna.

Then come back.

You can come back anytime. You have family here too, you know.

Me.

Thanks, Anna.

Daniel.

What did you think?

It was fun.

No.

I don't mean that.

About me...

and Jun Kyung...

getting married.

Well,

I'm fine with it.

Mom will probably be fine with it too.

Should we keep it...

a secret from Mom for now?

Yes.

Okay.

As for your mom,

I'll be the one to tell her.

Congratulations.

Dad.

Sorry I didn't say it sooner.

Thanks for taking our Jun Seo in and feeding him.

But hey,

you can just take the bed. Are you sure you'll be comfy there?

I love it here. I'm going to sleep right here.

- Well, if you insist... - This is great.

This feels like a getaway with my besties.

I know, right?

I have a feeling this will be a night to remember.

I don't want this night to end.

Then let's not let it end.

What?

Then how about we have just one more beer?

- Deal! - Deal!

I'll go get them!

Here we go.

Dad, you're still up?

I can't sleep.

What about you?

I can't either.

Why aren't you in bed?

I don't think we'll get any sleep tonight.

We're too busy chatting.

Weren't you here to get this?

It's fine, we have more.

Here you go.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

Congratulations.

I heard you're going to be teaching next semester.

Hye On was bragging about you.

Thanks.

Look at you, all grown up.

I thought you'd tease Do Hyun, saying he'll regret marrying me.

What, you think I'm a kid?

I used to have...

a couple of worries about you two.

Our Jun Kyung is pretty, smart, and has it all.

But it was a shame she hadn't met someone to love.

And for Jun Seo...

He's handsome, kind, a great kid.

But a shame he hadn't found a career he was passionate about.

But all that worrying was for nothing.

Jun Kyung, congratulations.

- Thank you. - Jun Seo, you keep working hard.

Okay.

Thank you, kids. I know I...

haven't really done much for you.

On a day like today,

I wish your mother could have been here to see this.

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(Professor Choi Sung Min, Media and Communication)

Jun Seo and I came here all the time as kids.

- The soup here is amazing. - Right.

The soup? Should we sit here?

Yes, let's sit here.

Jun Kyung...

Chang Sik, long time no see!

- How've you been? You been good? - Yes. Good.

And this is?

This is my boyfriend.

My fiance.

Hello. Nice to meet you.

What has Jun Kyung told you about me?

She mentioned a classmate of hers became a priest.

Just a classmate, is that it?

- Yes, that's it. - Right.

It seems our Jun Kyung really likes Mr. Do Jun...

It's Do Hyun. Ju Do Hyun.

Right, I'm sorry.

It seems our Jun Kyung must really love you, Do Hyun.

For her to just brush me off as a "classmate."

Of course.

I guess you don't need to know everything.

Yes, I think that's for the best.

It's probably better if you don't know.

- Here you go. - You're back? Thanks.

I'm not letting anyone else officiate your wedding.

What are you talking about?

You must wed in our Catholic Church. No exceptions.

That'd be amazing. Thank you.

It's so hard to book a venue these days.

- Jun Kyung. - Won Yeong! Hey!

I just moved into this neighbourhood.

Really? That's awesome.

But who's...

This is the priest from the local Catholic church.

He's just an old high school friend.

- This is my boyfriend. - Hello. Nice to meet you.

Nice to meet you too.

But...

you look so familiar. Have we met?

I know, right?

You look really familiar to me too...

- The convenience store... - Do you have a criminal record?

Excuse me?

I was so stressed I couldn't even taste the pork cutlet.

If I mess up with you a little bit in this town,

I'd be in serious trouble, wouldn't I?

You're just figuring that out now?

I'm starting to have second thoughts about this marriage.

Then go ahead and call it off.

What? No, I can't do that.

Our whole future is right there in front of us.

Goodness.

For our second kid, would you prefer a boy...

or a girl?

What? Where is this coming from all of a sudden?

I'm thinking a girl for the second, then a boy after that.

Says who there's going to be an "after that"?

For now,

we've at least agreed that our next baby will be a girl, right?

Who did? Did I? I don't think so.

Jin Ho. Aren't you ready yet?

Just a second. Okay, I'm done.

I think it looks awkward.

Hurry, come out. Let me see how you look.

It's weird, right?

It is weird. I knew it.

Shoot!

What's wrong? Is something not right with it?

Hurry up. I feel so awkward.

This is awkward. Hurry up.

Okay, hold on. I'm coming.

Let's go. Come on.

Leg. One, two, three.

Say cheese!

Simple happiness, without anyone ever knowing...

can fill our lives to the brim.

What?

- Ta-da. - Living our ordinary,

everyday lives...

Just these moments alone...

are fulfilling enough,

so I never expected greater happiness...

nor did I even wish for it.

But life...

has a way of bringing unexpected moments...

and placing them right before us.

My period was late, so I thought I was pregnant.

Are you disappointed?

I guess I got my hopes up.

But now that it's negative,

I'm more worried than I am disappointed.

What's the rush? There's no need to hurry.

We haven't even had the wedding yet,

and to be honest,

I've barely even been trying this whole time.

Just wait until I start trying day and night.

But what if...

there's something wrong with me?

What could be wrong with you, Jun Kyung?

I'm an OB-GYN, you know.

I'm 38, and this would be my first.

Should we go get tested?

How can I get tested at my own hospital?

It'd be embarrassing at our hospital.

We'll just go to a different hospital.

Let's go together, and we'll both get tested.

Why? You're fine, Do Hyun.

That's what couples are supposed to do.

They go and get tested together.

It's a mountain road.

It gets dark fast. Be careful.

Okay. Yes, thank you. Bye.

The number dialled is unavailable. Please leave a message.

What masterpiece are you so absorbed in...

that you can't even answer your phone?

(Searching for driver)

- Hello? - Hey, where are you?

- I'm at the university. Where else? - You're going to be late again?

You know how my professor got that research grant.

He asked me to help, so what can I do?

My professor's calling me.

I'll be late tonight, so don't wait up.

Okay.

I'm at what looks like a plaza right now.

- Okay. Yes. - Hurry up! Come on!

- Come on, hurry up! - Just one more.

- Just one more. - What time is it? Let's go!

- What time is it? We gotta go. - Hold on! What?

- The car over there! Let's go. - Okay, I see it.

The number dialled is unavailable. Please leave a message.

Ja Yeong!

Ja Yeong! Why aren't you answering your phone?

I've been looking all over for you.

What are you doing out here? Seriously.

Ja Yeong?

Are you okay?

I don't know where I am.

I don't know what I was doing here.

I suddenly can't remember.

I was so scared.

I wanted to get home.

I was trying to get back to you, Jin Ho.

I don't know where this is, where I am,

and I don't know the way home.

It's okay. You're okay.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry I'm late. Okay?

It's just dark out. That's why.

The path is dark, and all the trees look the same.

- Even I would have gotten lost. - No.

When we first moved here, I loved this forest so much...

I walked this path every single day without fail. You know I did.

How could I...

not know the way?

Your results look good.

Conceiving won't be an issue.

Really? That's such a relief.

See? I told you it would be fine.

However, about your results, Mr. Ju...

Yes?

I'm afraid your results were negative.

What do you mean, negative?

What does that mean?

It means you're infertile.

That's impossible.

Of course, nothing is ever 100 percent certain.

We... No...

No, I mean...

I already have a child.

You do?

Your hormone levels are low,

and based on your FSH levels,

it looks like non-obstructive azoospermia.

Non-obstructive means...

it's a congenital condition.

Are you absolutely sure?

As I said before, there's no such thing as 100 percent.

A genetic test would be the most definitive way to know.

If I were you, I'd talk to the child's mother.

Do Hyun.

Do Hyun.

Do Hyun? I'm coming in.

I'm sorry.

I guess I didn't hear you.

I'm so sorry. This is my fault.

Please, don't say that.

Daniel...

He's my son.

I'm not going to question it any further,

and I don't need to.

We can act like nothing happened. No.

Nothing really did happen.

And no one has to know.

Right? I'm right, aren't I?

Daniel...

He's my son.

You're right. Daniel is your son.

Promise me, Jun Kyung.

That you won't tell a soul...

about what happened today.

All right.

No one will ever know.

- So, should we go too? - Let's.

Until every mom is happier...

(Piano Performance by Pianist Im Yoon Ju)

Yoon Ju...

I wondered what your first official event back in Korea would be,

and it was a commercial.

Who reached out first?

Was it Do Hyun? Or you?

Does it really matter? It's not like we're strangers.

We know Do Hyun too, you know.

But he's never asked that of us. Has he?

Hey! Are you comparing us to her? Come on.

But are you okay?

About what?

I heard Do Hyun's getting married.

Is she out of her mind?

- Who said that? - Jung Hoon.

I spoke with him a few days ago. I was on the phone with him.

You really had no idea?

So, I hear you're getting married.

You don't sound like you're here to congratulate me.

What do you want?

I'm going to make an effort myself.

What kind of effort?

I'm moving to this neighbourhood.

- What? What? - I've already looked at places,

and I'm moving in next month.

Honestly, marriage...

What's the big deal?

As you know, we have Daniel,

but we broke up anyway.

Besides, you're not married yet.

What do you think you're doing?

What would you do in my shoes?

If you're bound to lose anyway,

wouldn't you want to shatter everything?

Are people's hearts a game to you?

Imagine how happy Daniel will be, living close to his dad.

For Daniel's sake,

I'm prepared to make even more selfish choices.

You don't know how Do Hyun feels.

I bet Do Hyun would be happy to have his son.

There's something I need to ask you.

Is Daniel really Do Hyun's son?

What did you say?

Is Daniel really Do Hyun's biological son?

(Love Me)

I'm going to get famous and be even more successful now.

So you'd better feel the pressure.

I have no desire to congratulate you on your award.

You want me to break up with you, don't you?

You stupid jerk.

There's nothing to worry about.

I came to make sure everything's okay.

Darn it!

I truly wanted you to be happy.

And I thought I could be happy by your side.

But I don't think that's going to happen now.

Is that really what you think?

That Daniel isn't your son?

Is liking you a crime worthy of this punishment?

Why did you do that?

We promised we wouldn't say anything.

I know I'm the one who was wrong,

but I still wish he'd ask me to stay.