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Didn't you say you're passing the chair to Kim Insuk

for the South Korean branch of International Relief?

As I said, I think Ms. Kim is the right woman for the job.

I begged her repeatedly.

But I failed.

So today the meeting falls on me. I hope you'll pardon me.

Not at all.

Pardon us.

I'm afraid I've made us all late.

Welcome.

[Episode 6]

Ms. Kim, isn't it true you weren't coming today?

I was trapped.

- What she means... - I fenced myself in.

I wouldn't go out, wouldn't do anything. I fenced myself off from everyone.

May we infer you intend to participate in more public events?

And in effect, to campaign for Mr. Baek?

I wouldn't put it like that.

Rather, as a daughter of the JK Group, I won't hesitate to do what good I can.

You've been flooding her with questions.

Perhaps you could let her breathe and ask me something.

You scared the liver and lights out of me.

Sorry.

It's alright. You're here now.

Excuse me. Are you Han Jihun?

- Yes. - Ho Sung, Korea Journal.

Could we get an interview with you and Ms. Kim?

Hello. Kim Kyungin, Korean Affairs. Could we get an interview, too?

Of course. Contact our PR office. I'll have them set it up.

Thank you.

Why did you choose Insuk?

First, if she takes over my NGO role,

we can still use my involvement in the campaign.

Of course, Insuk is the right person for the job.

Why try to get her the JK Club directorship?

Do you think you can control JK through her?

Must it be about control?

I hope to relieve this old bitterness, foster a reconciliation...

So you can choose someone you trust.

And Insuk...

I mean, do you actually trust people?

In our position, it's difficult to trust anyone.

Why don't you trust Insuk?

She and I are close, yes. But to you, she's family.

I'm not suggesting an outsider.

I'm suggesting someone from within your own family.

Or do you have misgivings that she'll look after my interests more than yours?

I've spent years hearing complaints about a woman running this company.

Does anyone care about my best interest?

Which is why Insuk holds you in such high esteem.

I'm worried. Won't it be worse at home? Will you be alright?

Of course.

How did you win Ms. Gong over?

People change quickly. Especially when positions change.

If your sweet K did something awful to the JK Group...

Would you take care of her then?

Tell me.

Answer me. Then we'll have a bet.

It will be tiresome if the incompetency issue comes out.

But I can deal with that.

But it's you I'm curious about.

Where will you stand when Insuk changes?

When...

If that happens, I'll remove her myself.

Remove? You? The boy that risks his life for her?

Yes. Because she is my life. I trust her.

Now, do we have a bet?

First, shall we discuss the meaning of "remove"?

I didn't let her go because of the incompetency files.

I'm touched at the trust that leads you to say you'll remove her.

I know.

I'm going to believe I was right.

[JK Estate]

This month's issue of Noble. For you to check and approve.

It's fine.

They've been invited on a TV talk show.

Even a talk show.

- The questions? - They'll send them ahead.

Look them over. Any variation and we'll revoke all our ads.

Just as you say.

Let me ask you.

What is Kim Insuk to you? In one word?

Wow, with her sitting here and all...

Savior?

Aren't you exaggerating?

We all have saviors in our lives.

Our families, maybe a book.

For me, it was Kim Insuk.

Now your turn.

What is Han Jihun to you? In a word?

Oh... Proof?

Proof?

Yes. There was so little for me to do after I married.

I don't have a head for business and I'm not much of a housekeeper.

- So I got involved in charity. - Yes.

As chance would have it, I helped Jihun and thought, "I can make a difference."

He was my proof.

People may think I did a lot for him. But in reality, I'm indebted to him.

What a blessing to have such a wonderful supporter.

She's the lucky one. A hot guy like me.

Nice that you can joke about it.

And Chairperson Gong supported you in all this?

Our mother has a strong sense of noblesse oblige.

She's not just a fine mother, she's a great person.

People use words like "Iron Lady" and "Charisma" to describe...

Will Kim Insuk be the Club Director?

Oh, I can't believe.

Talk about the tail-wagging dog. She is more famous than her master.

Time to say, "Whoa, whoa," she'll be over our heads soon.

Mother doesn't know the power of TV. It's scary.

It's too perfect.

One misstep and she'll disgrace the whole family.

Wait, what? Look at her eyes.

- Quite flavorful. - "Flavorful?" Flavorsome, dummy!

She was prepared.

Prepared?

She was waiting for this day.

The pair of you! Oh!

Wash your hands first!

You two set the table.

Scrub the tables well.

Sorry, we're late.

What's with the faces?

Ms. Kim, nice show.

Oh, I was so nervous.

Hey, I tried to praise and uplift her image...

It felt like ants were crawling all over my body!

Whatever. You loved it.

When?

You didn't? I was proud to go on with you.

No, I didn't...

Come on, you're freaking me out.

You said you didn't.

She's so cute when she pouts.

Right? Seriously cute.

You guys, talking to Ms. Kim like that.

Let's see. How cute are you?

You've got to take advantage of this.

No more of this surveillance and locking you up stuff.

Right. Now you're free.

Lady Liberty. Ha! Get it?

- Lady Liberty? - Lady Liberty, get it?

Lady Liberty! Lady Liberty!

The JK Club Director...

Is Kim Insuk.

- Hyunjin will be Managing Director. - Yes, ma'am.

Didn't you make my wife Club Director a few days ago?

I don't know the whole story, but I can't understand this.

Does it have to be a woman? Give it to me. He's too excitable.

Enough.

It's not official, just a trial.

Her lack of background actually helps us.

She comes from the bottom, so no one can complain.

Insuk has a clean slate, unlike someone with a scandalous child.

Mother.

As of now, Insuk is our best bet.

What do you mean by, "a trial"?

Are you testing K?

She has until the shareholders meeting to show what she can do.

After that, you might yank her out?

Of course. But I suspect she'll do well.

So hush, all of you.

Mother, so can I connect her with other interviews now?

We'll have no more of this "K" business.

Now she's the face of our holding company.

Never call her K in public. Or in private.

Ugh. This is dumb!

Laughable, that's what it is.

Now I need to call K, "ma'am?" That's ridiculous!

What will you have?

- Not wine. Whiskey. - Ma'am.

I'm sorry.

For what?

You deserve the position. This is as hard for me as it is for you.

Listen, K.

Whether you are the Club Director or the head of JK, you'll always be K to me.

Remember that.

Ugh, I swear. Why did I study law? I should've been a gangster.

Don't let her get to you. She's just scared you'll do well in your trial period.

Don't let her get to you.

Oh, has Byungjun heard the good news?

Congratulations.

It would be better if you were here.

Oh, you went to Harvard's prep camp? How was it?

Well, not so bad.

Listen, you're Club Director, right?

What about shares? Get some shares. What good is a salary without shares?

No sense in working for nothing.

Yes, you're right.

Hey, Byungjun. I'm Han Jihun, your mother's counsel.

You should be saying, "Congrats! Wow, you did it! Mom, I love you."

That's what you should be saying in a situation like this.

Mother, you got a good lawyer. I need to go to class. Bye for now.

Bye.

Ms. Kim, we should give life lessons at JK estate.

That's how he was raised.

Are you disappointed?

Not at all.

Insuk is Director in name only.

You're actually in charge.

We need Ms. Jin for the holding company conversion now.

But when Baek's a lame duck, there's tax evasion, slush funds, and such.

It may even mean jail time for someone.

But you won't take the hit.

First thing tomorrow you'll get practical training in the use of power.

That's your payoff.

They'll be preparing their counterattack.

I'm ready.

Well, that's good. Ms. Gong sees value in you two.

I'm expendable to her.

She'll use me until Hyunjin's ready.

But it won't work out that way.

What was it? What was your relationship with her?

What's this?

An article from Choi Sunsik of the Daily News.

The photos are for sale.

What photos?

Well, compromising photos.

The girl is a concierge at the JK Club.

She recently joined his personal staff.

At the Club, they say she's a very special staff member.

Special?

I think it's all talk myself, but a yellow journalist can make much of it.

Wouldn't it be wise to cover it up?

Did you put them to rest?

What?

The concerns about Chairman Jo and Kim Insuk.

A long time ago.

If I hadn't, would I make her a Director?

How is the bid for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang going?

A legal stooge keeps his boss waiting?

Sorry. Slept in.

What's this?

A flip book. Is this what kept you up?

Read to the end.

There's a coupon.

Your Jihun Pass. Anytime, anything. Whatever you want, just say it.

No expiration date. No hidden fees. Use at will.

Why me?

Part of my Jo Family Revival Program. You're the first.

What do you mean?

You're all psychopaths. No feelings.

Grateful, say it. In love, say it. Sorry? Say it. But not you.

So?

This is my way of saying thank you.

Well? You touched? You know what I mean?

Your heart is all pitter-pat, a little queasy maybe?

Looking at you, definitely queasy.

Jeez, not too harsh. You might be a hopeless case.

Making me your guinea pig.

You told my mother

if she hurt a hair on Insuk's head, you'd blow away JK.

Blow away? Me?

Never.

Whatever. That's what she said.

Ms. Gong has a gift for messing with people's heads.

This is Jo Hyunjin.

Yes.

Alright.

Insuk, I think you should just go back home today.

Why? What happened?

Unbelievable.

Definitely K.

I meant your handiwork.

You wouldn't do anything, so it was up to me.

Should we just watch while K takes over?

Anyone can tell you did this.

They'll see what they want to. Since when did I fear K?

Rub a little crud on her face and I'm back on my feet again.

Good luck. I'll have none of this childishness.

Ha, fine Miss Loner.

It must be from inside.

Shall we find the person?

Leave it.

If we don't let them squabble, it could explode outside the firm.

Insuk can handle this much.

What's in the photo?

Turn around. Back to the estate.

Just drive.

I'm going to work.

That's Kim Insuk? Why is she in a uniform?

Didn't you know? She worked here. Contract concierge.

Kim Insuk, so this is what they mean by humble origins.

Isn't this photo odd?

Why is a concierge giving him medicine? It's embarrassing.

It was a special situation. He needed help.

Don't you know who that is?

The man? Who? Is he famous?

- You really don't know? - Nope. Who is he?

I hate to say it. It's embarrassing.

Who is he?

He does look awfully familiar.

Jo Kyungtak.

What? The late Chairman of JK Group?

Yes.

- Oh, I never would've thought! - It's absurd.

But who put these up? What about the club image?

Can't you tell? The JK kids are at war.

Who cares about image as long as it messes with the Director.

But isn't this photo a little odd?

You can tell just by looking.

Why give him meds herself if not to give him the eye?

I heard she waited for his asthma attack so she could come running.

Oh my...

It landed her a spot on his staff and in his son's bed.

So she didn't end up Chairman Jo's squeeze, but the son's?

- That's what I'm saying! - Goodness...

What are you doing?

What's this?

When were these put up?

I don't know. They were here when we arrived.

Look at the CCTV tapes and find out.

Ma'am.

- How did it go? - Ms. Kim just saw them.

- And? - Weak at the knees.

Han Jihun had to help her walk.

Game over? Already?

Kind of boring.

I don't know. Will it end here?

She is not that fragile.

I'm sorry. It happened so quickly.

And we had no cameras in that area due to the members' request.

The person must have known that.

Perhaps we should go to your office, Insuk.

I haven't been appointed officially, yet.

Ms. Gong ordered that you use the late Chairman Jo's old office.

I'll take you there.

Head up, eyes straight.

Except for a few details, it's just as Chairman Jo left it.

Prepare information on the Club status and the coming transition.

Yes. Right away.

You should familiarize yourself with the Club and the files, Insuk.

Right.

Just ignore it and move on.

The best way to deal with it is to laugh and ignore it.

No.

If I ignore it, those photos will definitely be misinterpreted.

What?

Nice. Good luck.

The members?

Most were favorably impressed with her interview.

But the rumors have started. They prefer a colorful interpretation.

I thought if you explained what happened, it would be game over.

Leave it for now. Let's see how she responds to this test.

I admit I'm curious myself.

Mom.

When the time comes, I may not need to play my hand.

She's got some nerve.

Staff's whispering, members ignoring her, how can she start work?

I told you she won't be easy.

But what can she do? Wait a day or two.

Or onto Phase Two.

Check that the swimming pool is exactly 30 degrees Celsius.

The room has Alps Pure Mist water. And only the best quality toiletries.

Any room service order must be delivered in 15 minutes.

Check the menu. Off with you.

Not for K?

She'll be here in 10 minutes.

Right.

What the...

Is the First Lady coming? Why so flustered? You're upsetting the members.

Kelly Kim is in Korea.

Kelly Kim?

Yes. She's on her way.

Really? Get to it, then. Bye.

Hello.

Congratulations... Director.

Nicer digs than Yunso.

Thanks.

What for? I heard you had a bad day, so here you go.

So? Lots to do?

What are you thinking?

I'm thinking, put up more photos and it won't matter.

I'm thinking the staff knows why they were there.

We'll just see what they know.

Now it's time for Phase Two. Director Kim's test.

Phase Two?

Kelly Kim is coming.

Kelly Kim?

Ah, you are not familiar with this culture.

She performed at the Carnegie Hall. A world-famous Korean vocalist.

A second generation club member.

Actually, half of our members are here because of her.

But the problem is, she's picky. That's her nickname, Missy Picky.

She shows up and it's a battlefield.

Phase Two will be quite a test. Good luck.

You'll need it.

[JK Club]

Kim Osung, Hotel Manager.

Another one? That's why the service stinks.

First, the music. Too harsh.

Forget it.

Will losing one member shut down Korea's high-end social club?

Yes. Not exaggerating.

Yesterday, the photos. Today, Missy Picky.

- Nice variety. - We've got to stop it.

This could be very serious for us.

And the wine list I sent?

You arrived so suddenly. We're preparing it now.

Suddenly, suddenly... It wasn't sudden to me.

I came quite slowly. Gracefully.

If that were the only thing.

Wrinkled clothes.

So what shall we do with you?

The Director isn't here?

No. Not yet.

There.

What are you doing? I'm talking to you.

I'm Kim Insuk. How may I assist you?

This isn't what I requested.

Please try it for one day. I believe you'll find it to your liking.

Why?

Based on your member profile.

What? The Director herself?

Yes.

She started here. She must know something.

She's overreacting.

Missy Picky calls every 30 minutes with a different complaint.

Right?

Guest Services must ensure a quiet and peaceful stay.

Room Service, have everything ready.

Health Team and Reception, you have my instructions?

See that everything is set as I said.

Yes, ma'am.

You keep surprising me.

You're so my type.

You worked here 20 years ago? The staff is all watching you. Maybe...

They're watching. That's why. I want them to understand that photo.

The staff. And you.

Director, Kelly Kim!

I said exactly 30 degrees Celsius.

Will you compensate me if I catch pneumonia and can't sing?

If you'll wait a moment we'll adjust it.

I'm done with you amateurs.

I told you to get me the Director.

I'll take care of it.

I'll talk with the Director.

They acted under my orders.

You again?

Yes. I ordered them to set it at 28 degrees.

Why?

For your personal condition.

My condition? I know my own condition.

I perform tomorrow.

You just up and decide what's right for my condition?

You suffer from insomnia.

We see you complain most between 2 and 4 a.m.

The cleaning staff reports your pillows end up on the floor.

You've ordered cakes and cookies without any caffeine.

Requested room 902 has a lovely view, but the sun hits the room in the morning.

The southwest room is better suited to your sleep habits.

Fair enough. What about the pool?

Swimming in cooler water helps fight fatigue and insomnia.

Is that really Ms. Kim?

Forgive me if I'm in error.

You're very attentive. I like that.

Thank you.

But where's the Director?

It's very inconvenient.

The JK Club Director...

I need a shower. The Director can meet me in the lounge.

So Kelly Kim is all, "Get me the Director!" right?

Just wait. This should be good.

What, you again?

- This is... - Perhaps you misunderstood.

I asked for the Director to praise you.

Oh, oh, what's that about?

I don't like to do it with you here, so excuse me.

Actually, she is the JK Club Director.

Pardon me. I haven't been officially appointed yet.

Yunso, what kind of monster is that?

So Kelly Kim was going on and on in front of Ms. Kim?

Not only that, she was praising her.

I can't believe! Shh.

Back then, team leaders took turns on the night shift. Do we still?

Yes, ma'am.

Oh? I'd like to see for myself.

It's called a Bubble Shower. Ideal as a cleanser and a moisturizer.

The members have been quite pleased.

The fitness center and the pool?

It's installed in the swimming area, but the budget for the fitness center...

- Install it there, too. - Yes, ma'am.

- Isn't this a little old? - I'll see to it.

Please do.

The temperature is below the recommended setting. Check it.

Yes.

I won't stop this war between you guys.

But if you want her out, you'll have to try harder.

Everyone knows someone in the house is playing tricks.

Introduction to Accounting.

Were you embarrassed at the meeting because you didn't know ROA?

Why study alone when a great tutor is handy?

People usually study alone.

You need the basics.

My son's at Harvard, come on.

Fine. Good luck.

Um... Since you're here, mind showing me something?

Shall I?

Money owed to a firm is accounts receivable...

Receivables, then, are in accounts...

You get it?

Why are you getting mad? It's embarrassing.

Me? I'm not.

You're mad. Cause I don't get it.

That's it for today. Memorize it by tomorrow.

How can I?

What a student. You plan on loafing because you don't get it?

It's not that.

Why... Haven't you asked?

What?

The photos. What are you thinking?

Me?

I think it's odd, too.

But I won't ask before you want to tell. I don't want to know.

I'm sure there was a reason.

Wasn't there?

There was.

Good enough.

We'll discuss my tutoring fee later.

Where are you coming from?

But I won't ask before you want to tell. I don't want to know.

I'm sure there was a reason.

Wasn't there?

Can I ask you something?

Aren't you trusting Insuk too much?

Where did that come from?

The photo with my dad.

There's talk, you know. A lot of talk.

She's not that kind of woman.

Absolute trust, is that it?

Sir, your interview is here.

My father had heart disease, asthma, gout, you name it.

Too many pills to remember.

Even in public, my mother would feed him directly...

That's good. I've heard enough.

Want to hang out today?

I'm not in the mood. And I've got plans.

Find someone else.

- There isn't anyone. - Why not?

JK's Hyunjin, a wave of your hand and you can take your pick.

The pickings are mighty slim, up here on the heights.

Want to come with me?

Join us slobs down in the depths?

Who was last?

Glug-glug-glug! Go on now!

- Your turn, go on. - Give me that.

You need to introduce me to girls.

You are pretty good.

Why? You think I never got my hands dirty before?

Yes.

As lame as it sounds, I've always wanted to come to one of these.

A real drinking party.

Jihun is a good person.

If you've got your cap set for him, it would be a good thing.

You're a good person, too.

What do I care for that troublemaker?

He's cute. Watch him, you'll see.

Cute? As if.

He's not?

I cut the kimchi. Anything else?

Not like that. Flip-flip, see?

- Faster, faster. - See? Flippity-flip!

- I got it. - Faster.

That's my purse.

Gimme! Flip-flip, that's how you do it.

Fun, see?

Huh? What's this? Free Jihun Pass? For what?

What does it mean? Are you two getting all cozy and stuff?

Sure. Same house, a boy, and a girl, how could we not get cozy?

Start of a beautiful friendship. Right, Hyunjin? Say it...

That's how we started.

Why you hanging out with Hyunjin? Don't you already have a girl?

Who? You got a girl?

Women's intuition and a reporter's nose, a lethal combo.

There's someone, yeppers.

Ms. Pak's scary.

Ms. Pak, scary. Hyunjin, scary.

Ms. Gong even scarier. Jihun's scar... Aargh.

And my Ms. Kim is the scariest.

Why does he drink so much? Did something happen at work?

My grandma's got the juice. Not one video of me left.

Huh? What the...

Shouldn't up calm down a bit?

Calm down?

Everyone's talking about the JK wars.

You run off to the Club every day.

You'd shut up if you knew how I felt.

You and the maid. Jieun's video.

Just be glad Korea won't let me own a gun.

Mommy! The internet!

What?

Not that. I was reading the comments.

Don't mention the internet. Or else.

Someone said her classmate looks just like K.

But her name was Mary Kim.

[Looks like my friend Mary Kim. Did she change her name?]

I really want to do well.

And you will.

You know how it feels?

Like the first day of school.

I want to make friends. Study hard.

Start fresh...

Thank you. It's all because of you.

- Ma'am, your car is waiting. - Thank you.

Mary.

I'm transferring So Sunae to another nursing home.

We can't risk Jihun seeing her again.

Just tell me what you know.

We were at Itaewon High School together.

She was an orphan and had to work part-time to get by.

Are you sure it's Mary Kim?

I watched her interview again to be sure. She's the same. Even her voice.

It's that bad?

We've seen some improvement.

What's wrong?

She had a fever but we couldn't identify the cause.

It may have been an emotional trauma.

I'm sorry I haven't been by lately.

And your interest is...

Mary and I were at school together. We lost touch.

I see. Now then... Mary Kim... Mary Kim... Mary Kim...

Ah, here she is.

Sunae.

Was I wrong?

Can we find happiness in this life?

But I'm scared. What if it doesn't last?

Jihun doesn't know anything.

He just knows me as pure, sweet Kim Insuk.

I don't want to hurt him.

Can I do it?

Can I prove that I'm a real person?

Of course.

Of course, you can, Mary.