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But it's been 18 years for you. Now I'll get you out.

Did you pass the bar to wipe this family's noses?

She's called "No Thanks" for refusing any offer.

A lotto ticket. For luck.

I'm his mother. I can't leave him.

Her other volunteers? A gold mine, I'm telling you.

Whoever manages it will be the head of JK Club.

It's me.

You've made your decision?

When you can't stop,

you have to move forward.

This is the start.

[Episode 3]

[JK Estate]

What's that? Anonymous?

About our political contributions.

The head of Banking and Finance brought it himself.

[Baek Hyungin $5 million lottery ticket]

It's hard to take an anonymous note seriously, but the details are specific.

I suspect it's someone in the estate. Shouldn't we look into it?

And so the battle begins.

It was unavoidable from the moment Ms. Gong mentioned the JK Club.

All the hurt will be revealed, the hate beneath the smiles.

Now we'll see the pathetic, bickering face...

Of the royal family.

Who was it?

Was it you?

Me?

Your ploy with the lobbyist fell through. So you ruin it for everyone?

Mother, you think I...

Dad, nothing yet, right?

Mother called. I'm betting she heard good news.

This came by messenger. You may want to see it.

A lotto ticket. For $5M.

How do we deal with this disgrace?

One moment.

Jin Sukhyang. She'd like a word.

Do what I say, only what I say. How could you be so stupid?

How did this happen? Ms. Jin liked it, she did.

Mother.

Mother, it's entrapment, I swear...

Oh? I just got a call from Ms. Jin.

Your excessive "good luck charm" made her uneasy. Uneasy!

- How could you let this happen? - Mother, it's...

Now, look, how could you do this to me?

An anonymous letter?

- You think it was me? - Who else?

You think I'm as stupid as you?

Why draw attention to myself? Blame someone else.

- We're not done. - Hands off.

Apologize or explain yourself.

You've really lost it.

Yeah, I've lost it.

Try to get me back for nearly landing the JK Club, but I won't stand for it.

Hey, Yang Kijung.

Stop acting like the common people. You're no K.

What? K?

At least she has style.

["What Though Life Conspire To Cheat You" by Pushkin]

[What though life conspire to cheat you, do not sorrow or complain]

Hyunjin?

She was seen at the party the night of the lotto ticket incident.

Cute, innocent little Hyunjin.

So you stab your last living brother in the back.

I'm just pulling myself together and you have to hold me down?

- Hold down? - Mother's favorite...

Did us the favor of dying.

Let's not fight amongst ourselves.

Who has to hold down the likes of you? Dongho, now, that's another thing.

Leave us.

As you say, Mother says die, I play dead. She trusted her disobedient son more.

I'm all that's left. It must be quite tedious for her.

She'll give me JK in the end, so why?

Why would I upset my own table?

There's no danger of prosecution.

They knew you know the head of finance and sent the note directly to him.

Should we look in our own house?

It couldn't be Hyunjin, could it?

I still see her as my sweet little girl. To think...

She resembles you in many ways.

It was on JK Estate stationary, but suppose it wasn't one of my children?

Do you suspect anyone?

I'm not sure. Not knowing is the worst.

I'd almost be glad if it was Hyunjin or my oldest boy.

If it wasn't...

If it wasn't, we have a stranger attacking JK.

Why do I feel so helpless?

This is a first in my 20 years with the family.

They must be frantic to find out who did it.

Nobody suspects you. Your convalescing, bound hand and foot.

Still we have to be prepared.

We set up the right person, don't worry.

And Jihun? How is he?

- This Morning Live? - More like Groping in the Dark.

So? You figure a way?

To align with Ms. Jin? Water under the bridge.

You gave up sooner than I thought. Oh, well.

Don't go, not until you show me what you got.

Not that I'm not grateful, but what's the catch?

You owe me a bowl of hangover soup.

I really got to you.

Where? In the pool?

There, too, but we should get going first.

[First Communion]

I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

I baptize you in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

I didn't see Insuk. Didn't she call?

- Kim Insuk? - Yes.

She wrote and asked to meet me here. She had something to tell me.

She didn't come.

Is there some connection between Insuk and the JK Group.

I couldn't say.

Hello.

And you are?

Jo Hyunjin.

Jo Hyunjin?

From the JK Group?

Yes.

If you'll excuse me.

Kim Insuk...

Kim Insuk... Is my sister-in-law.

Your deposition declaring Kim Insuk incompetent.

Sign, please.

- Does that do it? - Once Jo Hyunjin signs.

Jin Sukhyang just entered the front gate.

What? Ms. Jin?

Miss Hyunjin is with her.

Hyunjin?

Oh, no.

Forgive me not calling first.

Not at all. I hoped to explain things personally.

I thought the same, but I'm not calling on you today.

I'm here to visit a friend.

But I'm hardly worthy to call her a friend.

She's younger than me, but still, I think of her as my mentor.

Hey. You should have called.

Sukhyang.

You poor thing.

No need to stand here. Come in for some tea.

This way.

I meant...

In the main house.

Well, enjoy yourselves.

Ten years and you never once said you're with JK Group?

I came here to see how you are, but I have a question.

This wasn't all to prep me for today, was it?

Our friendship, I mean.

Never, Sukhyang.

Then why hide who you are so completely?

If there's more to it, tell me.

I'm sorry.

Ms. Gong doesn't care for the ladies to work outside the house.

She only reluctantly allowed me to volunteer.

Really?

It's always been her way.

I never once saw her put on airs.

Yes, so we all thought her husband made clothes.

But this isn't a case of the right hand not knowing what the left hand is doing.

I didn't know who you were, but JK surely knew about our friendship.

And that part, well, I don't care for it at all.

There may be a misunderstanding.

Ms. Gong, the family, no one had any idea that you two are friends.

Is that so?

Wait, K's what? The candidate's wife is here?

Apparently, they're very close.

This with a woman famous for keeping to herself.

That's that.

K.

Odd.

You should have seen it.

Blubbering, all teary-eyed, holding hands like long-lost sisters.

Oh my, now Hyunjin's talking with her.

I understand your concerns.

But you've known Insuk a long time. She's an innocent.

Oh, I trust her 100%.

But it's a harsh fact that public figures have to be careful.

Mr. Baek's economic policy is impressive.

It's a corporation's duty to support sound policy.

If there's anything we can do, don't hesitate...

I appreciate the thought, but we'll talk about that later.

Now we're dealing with the death of my father-in-law.

It will take some time.

Yes, I quite understand.

Goodbye.

Someone kept calling the phone I confiscated.

To stop her being declared unfit, I thought. But it was Ms. Jin.

They've volunteered together for some 10 years now.

Is that all?

I understand she saved Ms. Jin's life.

Saved her life? Explain.

I don't have the details myself.

Mommy, Mommy!

Grandma... Grandmother...

Is this any way for an engaged woman to act?

- She's going to the little house. - What?

Grandma's going to visit K's house.

Mommy, what's going on here?

Sit.

You saved Ms. Jin's life?

Well...

Go on.

She has high blood pressure.

A few years ago she collapsed and I administered first aid.

Saving their lives always ropes them in.

How many organizations?

Two, together.

You can call her anytime?

Yes.

When will you see her again?

We didn't talk about it. She just said she'd see me at the next activity.

Well... Then you'd better go.

And take Hyunjin with you.

Get her close to Ms. Jin. That's your job.

Mother.

This is too much.

You're telling me to help JK?

After what you and JK did to me? I can't do it.

It's not enough you won't let me do anything and made me a mental patient.

Now you ask me to... I can't do it.

Yes, you're right.

You're human, after all.

At last. At last, I see you as a person.

You wiggle when you're stepped on. It's natural.

You don't want to. But you've got to anyway.

Not begrudgingly, either. With all your heart and soul.

Mother.

And depending on how well you do, Byungjun...

Your custody problems, the unfit problems, can all be solved.

Think it over.

Now, Mr. Om, explain yourself.

I knew they worked together but had no idea they were so close.

I have no excuse.

If you hadn't been with us for 20 years you'd be gone.

Next time you'll be dismissed from service.

Very good, ma'am.

You coach Hyunjin.

Yes, ma'am.

Whew, now I feel better.

Well done. Especially the way you stood up to Ms. Gong.

I've learned two things since coming here.

They're filthy rich.

And downright scary.

All I want is for you to leave this awful place

and live in peace and happiness.

But there's Byungjun.

We've got to get you power, even if it kills you.

You willing to try?

Not for JK. For yourself. And for Byungjun.

Jihun, you're the one I'm worried about.

Yes, I can do it. I can't make things any worse.

Not like where you came from. A place innocent, pure, and warm.

What place was that? The orphanage where they accused me of murder?

That place?

You'd be the star prosecutor if not for me...

What good is that if you're stuck here?

So long as you're safe, I don't matter.

Please. I deserve to die.

I must have lost my mind.

When you climb, don't be proud.

When you bow, don't be ashamed. Kijung.

Mommy! He wants to say hello.

Ma'am!

Mom...

Later, later. Off with you.

What? What?

Aunt Hyunjin. Surprise. Huge surprise.

Aunt Kijung was kneeling in front of my mom, I mean.

I wonder why?

What?

- A congratulatory drink. - Isn't that a bit premature?

What's up? Congratulations?

It's past your bedtime. You must be tired.

You know you two look good?

You should get married. It's a shame, your niece getting hitched first.

Well, have fun.

Thank you.

The anonymous note was impressive.

What?

It wasn't you?

You acting or fishing?

Guess I was wrong. So I won't ask my next question.

- What next question? - You said no.

If I wrote it, why would I help you?

That's what I'm wondering. Why go to such lengths to help me?

Maybe you want something from me?

Guess not.

Never mind then.

You know what's weird?

What?

Who does everyone suspect? You.

Why so complacent? Shouldn't you be scrambling to find out who did it?

You know how many people work here?

From valets to maids, chefs, butlers, nurses.

And that sommelier. 150 people, at least.

They all have ears, tongues, eyes. The leak could come from anywhere.

So I don't really care who wrote it.

But K...

I've got to win her over.

Any thoughts?

What?

You want to know how?

Start by changing yourself.

Hyunjin wants to see you.

K.

I wanted to talk as sisters, not as K and Hyunjin.

Between us, I'm sorry about everything.

I know. You look at me with disdain.

But let's look at this realistically.

You know there are no lies here. Mother wasn't just talking.

If we pull this off, you get Byungjun and I get the JK Club.

If Baek Hyungin tackles Mother's plan, the whole group could be in danger.

Help me get Baek to the negotiation table somehow.

Do that...

And I can save you.

Hyunjin.

The first step in winning someone over is changing how you talk to each other.

["Wind, Sand, and Stars" by Saint-Exupery]

Now you're like a pilot crashed in the desert.

Don't worry, I'll always be here. I know you're innocent.

Jihun, stay strong.

What's next?

Now's not the time to go slow.

My husband can't protect me.

And with Jihun here things are getting more dangerous.

This is the last battle.

If we fail now, we may never get another chance.

[JK Estate]

- [Jin Sukhyang] - Nothing.

- Did you reach her staff? - Ms. Jin will see us after the election.

They ask that we don't contact her until then.

Why are they playing at? What's their game?

They may know about our plans for a holding company.

They could be applying pressure.

Not just pressure but using the campaign itself, which is worse.

[Madam Jin]

She's severed all ties.

It might be better off this way.

Time to show everyone what you've got.

Sir. Telephone.

Oh, hang on.

Yes?

Yes, of course.

Kim Insuk is waiting for you outside. Will you see her?

[A New Korea - Baek Hyungin]

- Shall we pull over? - No, let's go.

Campaign costs are worse than expected. If you saw her...

My husband's popularity is on the rise. Things will work out.

This business about JK's holding company...

We can't let current problems ruin our future.

K went herself?

Yes, she's going to Ms. Jin's home.

I never thought the fate of JK...

Would rest in K's hands.

Ms. Jin isn't in.

I'll wait until she is.

Ma'am.

If you'll wait in the car...

- It's snowing. - Yes. If you could...

- I think I'll stay. - Snow in March. Go figure.

- Tomorrow... - Tomorrow it will be gone.

Just as well.

You go on.

Ms. Kim.

Enough is enough. I can't stand it.

The JK people are scary, but Ms. Jin's just as mean.

Enough. Please.

No. I'll wait a bit more.

Anyone could have lasted this long.

Now's the time to show that I mean it.

["Gods, Graves, and Scholars" by C.W. Ceram]

Insuk, please, just go home.

Sukhyang.

Insuk, you know how I am. I can be cruel when I have to.

I'm not as nice as you.

People call me the "No Thanks" lady.

But I've taken what I could. And I wasn't caught.

I've found others' weaknesses and exploited them.

My hands are dirty and that's all right.

But yours aren't.

You can be as clean and aloof as you want.

You can distance yourself from the world's brutality. So...

Actually...

I'm just as dirty.

Ms. Jin for you.

This is Gong Sunho.

It's Sukhyang.

Kim Insuk has beaten me.

They suggest a round-trip charter flight to Jeju to talk things over.

The agenda?

Campaign finance and the separation of banking and commerce.

Please inform me if you have anything to add.

Fine. You may leave.

Why is Jihun arranging this?

It was Ms. Jin's request.

It really won't do to meet with the daughter of JK.

It's common practice. Nothing to worry about.

First, regarding the separation of banking and commerce.

In light of your slush fund concession...

I'm pleased to follow your campaign finance proposal.

- That's all right? - Is there any doubt?

Ms. Gong, we now share a common destiny.

Of course.

And we won't stop until you're inaugurated as President.

Thank you.

Shall we toast to our successful negotiation and your coming victory?

Yes, of course.

Well done, both of you.

You can teach a dog new tricks.

As promised, the incompetency charge is dismissed.

Insuk helped us a lot.

Perhaps you could call off her watch dogs.

I'm tired. That will be all.

Listen.

Don't trust Ms. Gong.

You think this is enough for her to forget killing her son?

It's the same with Hyunjin.

You're her friend as long as you're useful to her.

You'll have to figure for yourself who will end up with JK.

Get Ms. Jin on my side and I'll do all I can to save you.

After 18 years you must see you'll never be welcomed here.

Save? Me?

Who?

Congratulations.

I figured I'd get into heaven but didn't expect to be the relief pitcher.

Aren't you happy?

Happy. I suppose.

Goodness, listen to you. Happy, sad, no clue either way.

You're too blah.

Now's the time to be all "Hee-hee-hee," you see?

Give it a try. Hee-hee-hee.

No, wait. Heh-heh-heh-ho-ho-ho!

That's it! Only louder.

Come on.

Is it because of me?

Ah, embarrassed cause I'm here? You need to after I go, okay?

Thank you, Jihun.

For what? You did it all.

It was your strength, your will.

This is your way to get me to work harder?

If that's the case, you can keep your thanks.

[I love being with you]

Congratulations.

You finally did it.

Thank you.

What will you do next?

Ms. Gong will consider who to make the Club Director.

The next step has to be by the numbers.

I know.

Tell me, how did you change Ms. Jin's mind?

Actually, I'm just as dirty.

I've...

I've been a thief.

Why would you steal? What couldn't your husband provide?

I needed money.

You've seen Han Jihun?

The man waiting outside? The star prosecutor.

Yes. I've supported him since his orphan days.

He was falsely accused of murder. I needed a lawyer to clear him.

But I couldn't get the money.

So I stole our late father's things.

But why? Why did you have to go that far?

Insuk, you're keeping something from me.

Yes.

At the estate...

I'm not a person.

Wait, so you told her everything?

No. Not my deepest secret.

Jihun's got me worried. It should have ended at the time.

His being this close to you makes me think he's up to something.

However much he helps you now, in the end, he'll drag you down.

Jihun has always been my burden.

So we've got to set things straight.

You know I can't.

Jihun's my burden. And my wings.

Whoa, Jihun, you're really something. How'd you pull it off so fast?

Something? Wasn't it me that slid him old man Yang's JK file?

- Yep. It was all you. - Yes, Your Royal Kang-ness.

Goeun, cover my eyes.

Why?

- Hey. Another pitcher. - Right.

Hi.

Have fun.

Where are you going? It's my treat.

You still want an interview?

Of course. You didn't tell me about your supporter.

Unless you'd rather I ask your friends here.

I said you could interview me.

I'm much cooler than him.

Shall we? You're Kang Ilsik's son, right?

Who's Jihun's supporter?

About that...

The truth is...

Me.

The article about him was so pathetic, I got my dad to help.

Can't you tell we're close from looking at us?

Jihun's "angel" is Prosecutor Kang.

I don't see it.

This help?

Mr. Angel.

What's the big secret anyway?

You never give up. There's no story here.

I'm leaving. Night.

- You leaving? - Drinks are on you.

[JK Club]

What? His mother? Aren't you guessing?

Are my guesses ever wrong?

I'd bet a million dollars Jihun's supporter is his real mother.

Why?

It's strange. I could tell his friends knew. They ganged up to shut me down.

His mother's alive and trying to make amends.

[Jo Hyunjin]

Mary!

Mary!

Sunae, what is it?

Mary, when is my little Mary coming?

- Mary? - Call her. I miss her.

[Wind, Sand, and Stars]

[Wind, Sand, and Stars]

[Now you're like a pilot crashed in the desert...]

- Why so thinned? - Are you ill?

Mary.

Mary!

How have you been?

"What though life conspire to cheat you..."

"Do not sorrow or complain."

There... There...

"What though life conspire to cheat you..."

"Do not sorrow or complain."

"Lie still on the day of pain..."

"And the day of joy will greet you."

"Hearts live in the coming day..."

It's all lies.

However much you lie still, there is no day of joy.

Mary.

Sunae...

I'm sorry.

Sorry? Why?

For what?

Any idea where I can find Kim Insuk?

- Try the infirmary. - Thanks.

Have you done something to hurt me?

Yes. Many...

Many things.

What? What things?

Jihun.

Jihun?

Jihun...

Who's that?

I'm sorry.

I didn't want to get Jihun involved.

But Sunae, I've got to live.

This is my last chance.

Whatever twists and turns life takes, we can struggle to get free.

Does that make me bad?

Ms. Kim, I was looking for you. Why didn't you pick up?

Who?

Hello.

Let's go.

Darling.