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Baek-hee's mung bean jeon is better than yours.

It's good. Why don't you eat?

Mother, you told me 30 years ago

that family forms as people collide, mix together, and become one.

Even after my husband died

I always thought this was where I belonged.

"I'd better do my best as a daughter-in-law."

Because it was the family I chose.

Yes, I know that.

But you know what, Mother and Father.

I think I'm going to take a step back as a daughter-in-law

and take a step forward as a mother.

What do you mean?

I'm going to give

Yeon-su and Mr. Dokgo Dal my blessing.

- Baek-hee. - Yeon-su would never act rashly.

I'm going to trust her.

Because she's my daughter.

- Who is it? - Se-ra.

It's me, Yeon-su's mom.

Ms. Seo, what brings you here at this hour?

I'm sorry to bother you so late.

I couldn't get ahold of Yeon-su.

She must've emptied your fridge.

I made you some side dishes.

Right.

Sorry about the hassle. I appreciate it.

The hassle?

Oh, yes. Right.

Thank you for the food.

We had nothing to eat at home, so she went out to buy fried chicken.

Let me call her...

Is she not here?

Well...

Se-ra?

What's she doing here?

Se-ra, what brings you here?

Mom...

Mom.

I can explain.

Mom.

Mom.

Did you defy the elders and leave home

just to move in with a man?

Is that why you left home?

It's not like that.

I'm only staying here temporarily.

Is this how you grow your feelings?

Gong Yeon-su, I'm really disappointed.

I'll drive you home.

Get in.

Get in now!

I'm not leaving, Mom.

I'm going to stay here until I find a place of my own.

Take care, Mom.

- Se-ra, please drive my mom home. - Okay.

MAKE ME TINGLE

What are you doing?

Are you up?

Get ready for breakfast. It's soy sauce and egg rice.

Wait. You said you don't eat breakfast, right?

Then why don't you just have a little taste?

Are you okay?

What do you mean?

You didn't seem to get any sleep last night.

I'm going to check out some houses today.

I hope I find something good.

Have you really made up your mind?

Yes.

What? Do I look hopeless?

That's not what I meant.

I had to face it eventually anyway.

I'm jumping over the fence I've lived behind my whole life.

Well...

I'm bound to get at least a scratch somewhere.

FINAL EPISODE

What a brat.

If an elder takes a step back, she should thank you and come home.

This is why people say there's no point raising daughters.

Why is my ear so itchy?

Baek-hee, you should talk to her.

Tell her she can date him while living with her family.

Nam-su, you too.

Once your exam is over, I'll arrange a blind date for you.

With Professor Um's second daughter?

Isn't she an elementary school teacher?

What's the rush?

We should wait for the result before you do anything...

- What result? - We should consider

- her preference. - Shut it!

How can it get any better

than a Grade Seven civil servant with his face?

- That's true. - Well...

- Grandfather. - Yes?

I want to postpone my exam for a year.

- What? - Nam-su.

Don't be like this.

People say when you're distracted, you lose your edge.

I want to spend a year to settle down...

Don't you care about your mom who's supporting you?

Distracted?

Are you sure it's not your head that's distracted?

Nam-su.

If you don't pass this time

you should leave too.

Don't be like that.

I don't need anyone who defies me.

If you want to do it your way, get out of my house.

Can I?

Are you saying I can move out and live on my own?

Live on your own?

Are you all looking to move out?

- Baek-hee. - Yes.

Clear the table.

No.

It's about time to paint some orchids.

Grandfather.

Grandfather, when are you going to start painting?

The ink is too watery.

Dal.

Aren't you basically a traitor to her family?

What did Yeon-su say?

It seems she's made up her mind to move out.

- So you are a traitor. - Whether I'm a traitor or a thief

I don't care.

I'm just worried she'll grow distant from her family because of me.

Don't blame yourself.

Fine. Let's say she grows distant.

But that's her choice.

You shouldn't feel guilty about it. You're both adults.

When you're in love

you do things you never did before and make decisions on impulse.

Both you and Yeon-su are the same.

- Me? - Yes.

That's what you're doing right now.

- I am? - You can't bear to stay with anyone

that you even kick me out.

But how long has it been since she moved in with you?

Isn't it uncomfortable?

Doesn't she get on your nerves?

Oh, jeez.

I'm really disappointed, you know?

Tell me. Is it me or Yeon-su?

- Obviously... - No, I don't want to hear it.

Actually, say it.

I can handle it.

- Really? - Your eyebrows just answered me.

Let's go.

- Where are you going? - To eat.

- I'm not eating. - Why won't you eat?

Do you not like it? Do you want something else?

No, it's okay.

I'm really fine, Se-ra.

But I feel so bad.

Do you know how much I prayed for the door to stay closed that day?

By the way, how did you know where he lived?

- What? - Aside from work

there's no link between you two.

The thing is

there is one link that you're not aware of.

A link I'm not aware of?

- What? - I didn't mean to hide it.

As you already know, I talk about their existence

but I never reveal who they are.

Oh, wow.

No wonder you left me alone in Busan.

So you were with Min-hyung all along?

Come on. It's not like you were alone.

Is it over between you two now?

He did graduate for now.

- For now? - Se-ra.

Now that I've graduated

how about we get to know each other?

What's there to know?

How scary a younger guy...

who suddenly discovered the fun can be.

You know I'm not into relationships.

You must be aware I'm only into casual dating too.

Should I call it long-term casual dating?

Right. You don't need to define a relationship as dating.

- Yeon-su, what's gotten into you? - What do you mean?

"You might as well go out with him, Se-ra."

Why aren't you saying that?

I can't tell you what to do.

There's no right answer to relationships.

Se-ra, try this. This is good.

Si-eun, where are you?

SEON-HUI'S

- That's hot. - Are you okay?

Are you hurt?

Si-eun, stay away from the fire.

I'll grill it.

That looks good.

Try this.

I bet it's super tender.

- Is it good? - It's so good. I love it.

Try this next.

- Good? - You should eat too.

You're giving me everything.

I don't know why it's so fun to feed you.

- Good. - I know, right?

Why does this taste so good?

1-ON-1 INQUIRY

WILL THIS HELP OUR INTIMACY?

Have you given it to your wife?

I'm sorry

but it's unused. Can I get a refund?

A refund?

I barely plucked up my courage to buy it

but I don't have the courage to use it.

Do you have

the courage to talk to your wife?

I don't know. Maybe one day when I get a chance.

- Hello? - Let's do it now.

What are you saying?

You said maybe one day. When's that going to be?

We might as well do it now.

Let's pluck up our courage.

I'll wait for you at the place we used to go.

I DON'T KNOW MAYBE ONE DAY WHEN I GET A CHANCE

Since when?

When was it...

Around the time when you quit your job.

You're not going to return it, are you?

Don't be so cheap.

What's taking her so long?

I should've gone to pick her up.

There she is.

Hi.

You scared me. Are you going somewhere?

- No. - Why are you standing there?

To get water.

By the gate?

Where's your other shoe?

Did you get to see any places?

I saw a few, but I need to see a few more.

Did you see anything near here, by any chance?

Near your house?

This is a good neighborhood.

It has everything you need.

But the price isn't so good.

- Where are you going? - I'm getting water.

I'll get it for you.

- Lukewarm water, please. - Okay.

Wait, where are you going?

Tissue.

What?

I just noticed you're kind of clingy.

No, I'm not.

Yes, you are.

I like it.

When I was asked where I was or where I was going my whole life

it felt like nagging.

But now I don't have to hear that anymore.

But

I don't want you to lose anything precious because of me.

- Anything precious? - For example

turning your back on your family.

Did I turn my back on my family?

I did take a few steps back, but I never turned my back on them.

No? But you're here with me after you left home over a fight.

I like you, Mr. Dokgo.

But the reason I left home is

because I'm finally strong enough

to stand by my own choices without being swayed.

Because I want

to set standards for myself, not have them set by anyone else.

I want to be responsible for my own life.

So stop feeling guilty and just tell me I'll do fine.

What is it?

Nothing.

You're so pretty.

Stop it.

Oh, what?

I'll give you one more chance.

MY SI-EUN

Where are you?

Kang Si-eun!

Nam-su.

Why, you...

I'm sorry.

I really am.

I can't give up on dancing.

But I can't give up on the baby either.

- Si-eun. - Why do I have to choose one?

I can't give up on my dream for the baby

or the baby for my dream.

I might pull off both. Who knows?

Am I wrong?

I've made up my mind.

- This is my answer. - Can I talk now?

Yes.

Si-eun, there is an old saying, "Dongsimjieon yujigyeongseong."

"Words spoken with one heart make a way.

And where there is a will..."

- Nam-su. - Yes?

Keep it simple.

I love you.

- Nam-su, I got burned here. - What? How?

- The clam popped. - Oh, no. Doesn't it hurt?

- It does. - It does?

Why are you packing so much? It'll be heavy.

Your brother liked rice cakes.

You must be the only wife who still celebrates

her wedding anniversary every year

with her children even after her husband died.

Where are they, anyway?

I wonder what it would've been like if he were still alive.

He would've disciplined the kids big time.

But then who knows?

He might have let Yeon-su get away with it.

You know he was always soft when it came to Yeon-su.

I don't know.

If he were alive this wouldn't have happened.

You never know.

Look at my life even though my dad is still alive.

Please take care of their meal later.

Don't worry about it.

Mother and Father, I'm leaving now.

- I think I'll order pizza for lunch. - Sure.

I have something important to do, so I'm heading out first.

Make sure to eat.

- Hello? - Where are you?

Home, obviously.

- Are you home alone? - Why do you want to know?

I got a call from Yeon-su's grandfather.

He said the house feels empty.

He wants me to play Go with him.

- So? - I said yes.

- Hey, Yun Ji-o... - But I didn't say who was going.

- What? - I'm just saying.

Bye.

Long time no see, Dad.

I guess I'm the first one here.

You need to understand even if everyone comes

separately this year.

Father, we're getting marriage offers for both Yeon-su and Nam-su.

But what about my remarriage?

Do you even want to do it?

If you do, I'll look into it.

It's not just that I want it. It's all I think about all day long.

I mean, I'm still young.

I need to meet someone.

- A woman turning 50 isn't young. - I'm not 50 yet!

If I try hard, I can still get pregnant.

Neither of your grandchildren has a choice.

Should I get you a new grandchild?

- Oh, jeez. - Oh, jeez.

- Why do you keep coming here? - I'm here to learn Go.

I'm glad you're here.

We were having lunch. Come and join us.

- Mi-young. - Yes.

Clear the table.

You must have a lot of free time on your hands.

Is your adult toy business slow?

It's doing great. I've got capable staff

so the company practically runs itself.

You always have to have the last word, don't you?

Are you talking to Yeon-su these days?

She's never caused us this much grief before.

Our ancestor from six generations ago

received a royal decree of chastity during the reign of King Jeongjo.

That's not all. Our ancestor from four generations ago

had a monument of virtue erected by the village of Seocheon.

And now some scoundrel has completely ruined it all.

Jeez.

Ms. Gong is simply

taking the next step forward in her life.

- What? - It honestly stings a bit

since I take second place there.

But that's exactly why I like her.

I deeply respect how strong and principled she is.

Her belief in herself, her values, and her manners.

She has this unique integrity you don't see in other people.

She must've learned it from her grandparents.

Not for a single moment have I ever taken her for granted.

Oh, my.

- What are you doing? Keep grinding. - Oh, right.

At least, you're good at grinding the ink.

I'll take my leave now.

Come visit us again.

Oh, and I have something to tell you.

Would you lean for a second?

Truth is...

- I'll be on my way, then. - Take care.

- You're not bad. - I'm sorry?

My father drew orchids.

It's just a thing. You'd better learn how to play Go in advance.

Actually, no. Don't even bother.

- It'll only get exhausting. - By the way

I don't see Ms. Gong's mother.

- Did she go somewhere? - Oh, her.

Today marks a certain anniversary. She went to visit my brother's grave.

Did Yeon-su not tell you?

I've looked into a few places.

About 15 minutes from home.

It's got to be close so we can see each other often.

Nothing's really going to change.

I'll be there for all holidays, birthdays

Parents' Day, and memorial services.

I'll keep in touch frequently too.

Yeon-su.

Let me ask you just one thing.

Were you lonely

during your time in this house?

That's unfair for you to ask me that.

Who else in this house

could have been as lonely as you?

But you must know.

It was all my choice.

INSTALLMENT SAVINGS PASSBOOK

Three years is enough. You've done your duty, Baek-hee.

Don't waste your youth taking care of us old folks anymore.

Go out and live your own life.

It breaks my heart to hear you say that.

Father, Mother.

You're the very first family I ever chose.

Regardless of my husband's presence

I'm staying

as your daughter-in-law and as part of this family.

I sure was lonely

but it wasn't all that bad.

My decision to stay in this house

wasn't out of obligation.

It was out of love.

I wanted to raise you kids

in a safe family environment.

Little did I know

that very environment would end up becoming a cage.

Mom, remember what you told me when you pinned my hair up at 20?

This binyeo represents the responsibility you hold

as a woman.

From now on, you must carry your body and mind

with dignity and care.

That binyeo felt so heavy back then.

But looking back, I believe that weight is

what kept me from faltering.

You weren't putting us in a cage.

You were protecting us.

It's just

we've grown enough to survive

without that fence now. That's all.

Just as you followed your heart back then

I'm going to start following mine.

I didn't fully realize

that you grew up this well.

Of course.

I'm your pride, after all.

Did you hear that, honey?

GONG SEOK-JUN'S GRAVE

- It's raining. - Why the sudden rain?

Your dad's probably throwing a fit because Nam-su didn't show up.

Right?

Goodness.

It's pouring quite heavily. Mom, be careful.

- Gosh, it's raining so suddenly. - Mom, hand that to me.

- It's okay. It's fine. - No, it's heavy.

Mr. Dokgo?

Let's head to the car first.

- Please hand it over. - It's fine, though.

How did you know we were here?

Your aunt told me.

- You visited our house? - Yes.

Are you cold? Do you want a blanket?

I'm all right. I have one.

- Oh, my. - What is it?

- Don't tell me you left it behind. - Yes, I totally left it.

Oh, no.

- I'll go and grab it. - No.

- I'll go. - Oh, no.

You don't know where it is. I'll be back in a flash.

Then, let's go together.

Okay.

So this is why you made it pour.

He's the spitting image of you in your youth.

Jeez, why is it suddenly raining again?

Did something good happen?

It's none of your business.

Truth is, I don't shoot blanks.

I'm Lee Yu-ri of Brand Planning at Hyunseong Department Store.

LEE YU-RI

I'm Yun Ji-o, Vice President of Loand.

Since it's a test store, early reactions are everything.

Customer feedback goes straight into our internal reviews.

So the opening week will be basically our report card.

- I'm sure we can pull it off. - One thing, though.

The term pressure might struggle to pass the review

due to its underlying nuance.

Even so, could you still submit it for review?

If it gets rejected, we'll proceed with Plan B.

The email you sent me even had Plan C.

Only the promotional keywords extend to Plan C.

The product lists and interior drafts go all the way to Plan F.

Are you an ENFJ by any chance?

Spot on. Are you an ENFJ too?

Yes, I'm also an ENFJ.

What a coincidence.

Should we grab a bite first?

- Mr. Dokgo. - Sounds good.

- Please review the agency's drafts. - Yes?

Hello? Hi, honey.

- Yes. - My stomach suddenly...

You're hungry? I see.

- What kind of food do you like? - I eat pretty much everything.

Except for one thing.

- Sumac chicken. - Really? Same here.

Really?

I actually ended up in the ER once after eating it.

No way. Me too. I got all swollen.

How's the Hyunseong launch going?

Where did you hear about that?

It's not anything classified, you know.

It's still in the works.

Are you still living with that girl?

Did you guys split up?

- No. - I can't believe you let a woman in.

She must really be something.

After all that talk about not wanting to hurt the people precious to you.

Don't give me that look.

I'm not hating. I'm just curious.

I'm going to try not to hurt her.

I want to make an effort this time.

Rest assured.

You're nothing like me.

At least, you won't be the kind of parent

who shops around for an adequate mother

for his child.

The kid has this darkness to him.

He's got such a cold look in his eyes for someone so young.

DIVORCE REGISTRATION

He can feed himself well enough.

I didn't get married just to prepare his meals.

I'll have to see how he behaves.

You didn't already transfer your assets to him, did you?

Give him a call and tell him to come eat.

It's his birthday, after all.

Forget it. That's unnecessary.

Eat up. You're paying the bill, anyway.

- I am? - Of course, you should pay.

You're rolling in cash these days.

Have you tried her cooking, by the way?

She's an amazing cook.

Is that so? All right, it's on me today.

- You sure? - Yes.

Look at my boy, all grown up.

Could you bring it over here?

You may place it right here.

A little more to this side.

Hi, Se-ra.

How does it feel to be out on your own?

It's great.

It really is, but...

You should've put this down gently.

It's all shattered.

Maybe I moved a little too close to home.

What do you want for a housewarming gift?

Anything's fine.

- Thanks. - All right, I'll hit you up later.

On the day of the first snowfall

I got a space to call my own for the first time in my life.

Wait. I got a cramp.

A cramp? Where? Here?

Just kidding.

Se-ra continued her endless situationship.

PREGNANCY JOURNAL

BABY CRIB

Be careful.

CIVIL SERVANT ID GONG NAM-SU

Is the crib too small?

Too small? Should I swap it for a bigger one?

It feels a bit too low.

Too low? Should I replace it with a taller one?

I really can't say a single thing around you.

My dear.

Make Nam-su do all of this.

Sit right down here

- and have this. - Thank you.

Where's Grandpa?

He went to the market to buy some clams for her.

The day Nam-su dropped the bomb that he was going to be a dad...

What? A dad?

Good heavens!

- Father! - Grandfather!

Call an ambulance!

- Grandpa passed out - Ambulance.

- Grandpa. - From a blood pressure spike.

- Oh, no. - Wake up.

And fortunately...

It's a boy.

A boy?

- Baek-hee, get me some water. - Yes, Father.

Mi-young, do you know who Carl Sagan is?

- Carl Sa... - Cosmos, that really thick book.

- Oh, yes. Right. - The universe is infinitely vast.

And it's expanding at a fast pace.

There really could be

UFOs out there somewhere.

Oh, I see.

We can't rule out the chance that aliens exist.

They could literally be watching us right now.

- Goodness. - Doesn't that blow your mind?

My gosh!

Don't you find the whole idea of what's normal

way too Earth-centric?

I mean, what do humans look like

from an alien's point of view?

Speaking of which...

- Why don't we go stargazing tonight? - Stargazing...

My aunt was fully ready for a new romance

but she decided to swear off love for the time being.

What a cursed life.

And I finally got my hands on an ordinary relationship

completely free from anyone else's meddling.

Ms. Gong, I'm here.

Hey.

- Looks like you're almost done. - Hardly.

I've only just begun.

When am I going to sort through all this?

- Aren't you hungry? - I am.

- Since it's moving day, let's... - I'll make you some aglio e olio.

No, I want jjajangmyeon.

Wait.

No, please. Let's just get jjajangmyeon.

You don't like jjajangmyeon?

Jjajangmyeon?

This is lube.

If you look here...

Try touching it.

Hello.

Is it your first time at a place like this?

- I see. Then... - Go ahead and feel it.

We've recently updated our packaging.

Go take a breather if you're tired.

No, we're far too busy.

- Let's grab good food afterward. - What are we having?

Beef.

Hey, why would you third-wheel a date?

I haven't been getting enough meat

since our boss stopped going on blind dates.

- Let's all go together later. - No.

Eat without us.

- Okay, thanks. - Thank you.

Let's go to our usual place.

Is it perhaps

your first time using a product like this?

Well...

Yes.

These two are highly recommended for first timers.

This one uses air circulation, so it's gentle.

And this one has refined intensity levels.

I see. Then, which one's better?

Have you tried them yourself?

And then, I realized.

What does sex even mean to you?

Why do you have such a narrow view of sex?

That there was actually no answer to the question

I'd had this whole time.

I'll go with this one.

Sure, I'll bag that up for you.

Thank you.

The answer always changes

based on the experiences I fill my life with.

It's been forever since we last came here.

You once told me that one can never predict

how a relationship might unfold

and look at what has become of us.

You've won, Ms. Gong.

I'm sorry?

That day I first looked into your eyes...

You're finally looking at my eyes.

I think my feelings for you started right then and there.

Should we call it a tie, then?

Because for me, it started on that day.

The day we first kissed.

That being said

I want to try something I've never considered

doing before.

What?

Ms. Gong.

What are you doing?

Hold on.

I mean...

You're aware.

I have no intention of marrying yet.

I'm so incredibly happy with our relationship as it is.

I don't want to ruin this moment

over some convention like marriage.

You understand me, right?

These are just matching rings.

I only mean to try for matching rings

which I've never considered in my life.

I love the idea. Matching rings.

Let me put it on you.

How is it? Does it fit?

Wait.

It's beautiful.

It really is.

Look at you.

- I've never done this. - Really?

Come.

- This one. - All right. Perfect.

Oh, it's taking the picture.

- Like this? - No, like this.

You've got to pose like this.

There.

What the?

No way!

You read my mind, didn't you?

Right? You read my mind.

Ms. Gong.

You look like you could land a triple axel with your physique.

- It's quite surprising. - The ice here is terrible.

Let's just go sledding next time.

See you later.

- I'm sorry. Are you okay? - Yes, I'm fine.

I wasn't watching where I was going. I'm sorry.

It's okay.

Babe, are you okay?

Are you all right?

I'm fine.

- Shall we skate together? - Aren't you getting hungry?

Not at all. I'm having a blast here.

Hold on tight.

- Don't let go. - I think I'm getting the hang of it.

I think we can skate together now.

Here.

Can I get a bite of that too?

Of course. Here you go.

I should've ordered that one.

- Want to trade? - No, I'm good.

Ms. Gong, hold on.

NO COFFEE ON AN EMPTY STOMACH

NEVER SKIP YOUR MEALS

There was a time when I believed

marriage was the final destination of love.

There were also days

when I was paralyzed by the fear of an uncertain future.

You're supposed to apply a generous amount?

Of course.

But now I know.

That the butterflies I feel today

will make me that much stronger tomorrow.

Just like our instincts knew

we'd fall in love during our first kiss

we'll just know again when the time is right for marriage.

And until then, we only have to keep

building our present together while we wait for that future.

Should I turn off the lights?

MAKE ME TINGLE

Make me tingle.

Subtitles by Songmi You and Eunjin Erica Kim