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Who is it this early in the morning?

I'm meeting a client, so I'll be an hour late today.

Okay, noted.

It's chilly today, so make sure to bundle up.

Did I go too far?

You should bundle up too.

He emphasized that I should bundle up today,

so that is what I'll do.

Gosh, pink is always right.

It's so pretty.

The doors are closing.

Wait a second! Gosh, thank you.

Oh, it's you, Mr. Kwon.

The doors are closing.

Like always, I meet you in the elevator

even though I'm coming in an hour late after meeting a client.

Anyone who hears you might assume

that I wait for you at the elevator every morning.

I'm coming in late because of a meeting too.

- By the way, I have good news. - I don't want to know.

I've never been delighted by your so-called good news before.

It's for real this time.

I have two incredibly exciting news.

Which would you like to hear first?

One's only slightly good while the other is a true delight.

Okay, men should play on a large scale,

so I'll start with the big news.

Always Law Firm

might take on a big case.

I'm 99 percent certain. Once we take it on,

we'll be at the center of attention.

What's the case?

That's a secret.

I'll move onto the small news now.

The firm's going out to dinner today.

Mr. Kwon! Why aren't you answering me?

We're all going out for dinner.

I will not be attending.

You never do.

Why can't you enjoy the fun when it's brought to your lap?

Sorry for being late.

Good morning.

What's all this?

Aren't they so pretty?

Spring is right around the corner,

so I decorated my desk in the shade of pink.

It may be spring soon, but I don't think

pink is an appropriate color for a law firm office.

Are you saying that this isn't allowed?

Are you aware that you're in violation

of one's right to pursue happiness and the right to free will?

How did you know that?

You said so at the drive-in theater.

I have a good memory, so I recall everything.

All right then. Do as you wish.

What's all this?

I thought it was rude to only revamp my desk.

Still, I prefer black to pink.

Even though you're fond of black,

a splash of pink here and there. will elevate your mood.

My right to pursue happiness and the right to free will should be assured too.

All right. I'll get rid of them.

A strawberry?

Wait.

- Take these too. - Keep those at least.

When I'm not in my seat, you can write notes for me

and stick them on my desk. That way, we won't forget.

Bye, then.

Bye, then.

What?

Yes.

I'll send the content certification right away.

Sure.

PLEASE PUT TOGETHER THE CONTENT CERTIFICATION FOR MS. JEONG

Please put together the content certification for Ms. Jeong.

SURE

Come in.

Sure thing.

She could've just said it.

PLEASE APPLY FOR THE HEARING TO BE MOVED

Please apply for Mr. Park's hearing to be moved to next Tuesday.

IT'S BEEN MOVED TO 3 P.M. ON FEBRUARY 26

It's been moved to 3 p.m. on February 26.

Apply for commission of documents regarding Mr. Baek's case

at the Cheongju District Prosecutor's Office.

It's done.

Check Mr. Han's deadline for an appeal and notify him.

The deadline is the 27th, and he will appeal.

Good job. I'm sorry I gave you too many tasks.

It's all right. Please let me know if there's anything else I can do.

IT'S ALL RIGHT. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE'S ANYTHING ELSE I CAN DO

ATTORNEY KWON JUNG-ROK

Hi, is this Thunder Express?

This is Dan Mun-hui of Always Law Firm.

That's right.

I need to deliver a parcel.

Sure, I'll be waiting.

I wonder what he thinks of me.

Does he like me?

Does he not?

Does he like me or does he not? Likes me or not?

- He-- - He likes you!

I'm sure that he likes you too.

I've seen people tell fortunes with petals before,

but not with tangerines.

It's a first for me too.

I just don't know what he thinks of me.

What is he like?

Is it still just a one-sided love?

I'm not sure.

I do think that he's interested in me too.

Would you like to hear me out?

Sure, I'm curious to know.

He works at the delivery service our law firm often calls.

His tone changes when only addressing me.

He keeps his voice low with others,

but takes on a higher tone with me.

He must be thrilled to see me, right?

That's not all though. The company gives out a key ring

after five deliveries,

but even though I only called the service four times,

I was given this key ring for free.

We all wish to go all out for the ones we love.

It's pretty.

He must truly be into you.

Really?

You must have a lot of relationship experience,

so your words seem trustworthy.

I actually haven't dated much.

Oh, right. I read it in an interview.

You've never had a boyfriend before.

Well, I may not be experienced with romantic relationships,

but I give out great advice.

Don't you remember? I hosted that TV dating show.

From what I can tell,

this is for sure.

My gosh! Nice!

- It's a secret though. - Sure.

My gosh. She must really like him.

Do tangerines actually work though?

Maybe I should try it too.

He likes me.

He likes me not.

He likes me,

he likes me not...

HE LIKES ME, HE LIKES ME NOT, HE LIKES ME, HE LIKES ME NOT...

He likes me!

Ms. Oh, it's time to go to the trial.

Okay. I'm on my way.

After questioning the witness, the defendant's alibi

and the fact that he was not at the scene has been proved clearly.

Therefore, I request you

to sentence him as not guilty.

Mr. Kwon, it seems like we'll win the trial, right?

Yes, maybe we will.

Come on, stop being so modest.

From the smile on your face, it seems like you're confident.

You get so happy whenever you win. You're a natural-born attorney.

By the way, why did you become an attorney?

I heard that your friends from college all became prosecutors.

Attorneys make more money.

What? He became an attorney because of money?

He's honest as well.

The more I get to know him, the more charming he seems.

It's almost time for lunch. Why don't we go and eat something?

Sure.

Wait. Oh, right.

What if she wants to drink coffee again?

No. Since it's lunchtime, she might want to have lunch together.

Aren't you coming?

I'm coming. Let's go.

Jung-rok.

- A UFO! - What?

It went that way!

Hurry up. Come on, let's go already.

- Hurry up! Come on! - Jung-rok.

Hey.

- Were you here for a trial? - Yes.

I see you often lately.

So? Don't you like it?

You came too, Ms. Oh.

Yes, I did.

If you have time, how about lunch? Does pasta sound good?

Pasta?

Actually, I have something to tell you.

- Is it important? - Yes. It's extremely important.

It's also kind of a secret.

I'm sorry, but can you go back to the office first?

What?

"Go back to the office first"?

He promised to eat with me first and just broke it.

Do you know how much I like...

pasta?

So, what is this important and secret thing about?

- Do you know the Im Yun-hui Case? - Yes.

I'm in charge of that case.

She was assaulted by her husband for years

and while she was being beaten, she killed her husband with a knife.

Is this murder or self-defense?

What do you think?

But once self-defense is accepted at a trial,

it becomes a difficult matter for the prosecutor in charge,

and all the other suspects will start to claim self-defense.

The attorneys will mention previous cases and claim self-defense too.

It's a sensitive matter for us.

It's hard to make a clear decision for situations like this.

I know.

I didn't expect you to give me an answer.

At first, I said I'd take this case confidently,

but now, I'm not so sure.

Do you want to go for some coffee?

No, I have to go back now.

Why? Don't you still have some time left?

I have work to do. I'll see you next time.

What's keeping him so busy?

- Why are you standing there? - I'm taking these away.

You're not qualified to have these notes.

Do I need to be qualified to have notes?

Why? Didn't you say you didn't want them before?

Are you having second thoughts?

No, but I'm just wondering why you'd take them back.

I can do whatever I want.

If you're offended, you can sue me.

There's no need for that.

We still have 20 minutes left. Let's go out and have lunch.

I don't want to eat anything!

Why do you keep glaring at me like that?

I'm not. I often hear that I have blazing eyes.

An actress must have eyes that can mesmerize the camera.

- Okay. Have a good day. - Excuse me.

Yes? Is there something you want to say?

This may sound random, but do you want to have dinner with me someday?

- Sorry? - How about tomorrow?

Do you want to go and eat something tasty tomorrow?

I don't think I'll be hungry tomorrow.

Then let's watch a movie. Do you like romance?

How about Love in Titicaca?

- I saw it yesterday. - It opens in theaters tomorrow.

I see.

Well, I'll just be straightforward with you.

I like you too, Chan-seong.

"Too"?

So I want to watch a movie with you

and have dinner and get to know you more.

I'm sorry, but this is too sudden.

Can you give me some time to think it over?

Of course I can.

- For how long? - About ten years?

Have a good day.

I'll meet with a client and go straight home.

Okay.

Are you upset with me over something?

If it's because I didn't keep my promise

to have lunch with you?

No way, it's not because of that.

Then what is it?

Do I have to explain everything to you in detail?

Don't you know the constitution states the freedom to one's privacy?

Did I teach you that too?

No, I learned about that myself.

It's Article 17 of the Constitution.

That's not what's important right now.

Okay. I will respect your freedom to your privacy.

But...

Let me ask you something.

Between Avatar that you saw in 2009

and The Strange Lawyer we saw last week,

which one did you like better?

What?

Which one was better, and which remains more in your memory?

Avatar was interesting because of the unique content,

and I enjoyed relating to the characters in The Strange Lawyer.

Does that mean you liked both of them?

You can't give up both?

You're so mean, Mr. Kwon!

I'll see you on the day of the trial.

Okay. Contact me if there are any other documents you need.

- Good day, sir. - Okay.

Contact the witness who will come to the hearing next week,

confirm whether he will come or not, and send him the location.

What's with the short reply?

What is wrong with her?

Maybe I should've reserved someplace with a private room.

Ms. Oh, is it okay to eat at an open place like this?

No problem. I'll just sit in a corner like this.

Isn't Mr. Kwon coming again tonight?

Did you ever see him coming voluntarily to a team dinner?

Over there. He has participated voluntarily.

- Cheers. - Cheers.

It's been a while since we all gathered.

Ms. Dan, why are you drinking so hurriedly?

She was rejected again.

You know, that guy from the Thunder Express.

Really?

Gosh, you fell for him quick as a lightning bolt,

and got rejected even more quickly.

You must be so busy, Ms. Dan.

Since you get dumped regularly once a week.

What did you say?

By the way, what happened?

This morning, you said you weren't going to come.

What changed your mind?

Well...

Why are you looking at Ms. Oh?

Is she the reason why you're here?

Yes, I came to see Ms. Oh.

Gosh, that was so straightforward.

Do you guys have feelings for each other?

We don't have feelings for each other. That's absurd.

- You're totally mistaken. - Then...

why did he just make such a suspicious comment?

There's nothing to be suspicious of. I'm really just here to see Ms. Oh.

I wanted to ask her something.

What do you need to ask?

Lately, she's been working hard and studying law in her spare time.

She was very enthusiastic. But today, for some reason,

she was very insincere with her work and kept being frustrated with me.

I figured she'd have a good reason,

so I came to resolve the misunderstanding.

Ms. Oh, can you tell me why you're so angry at me?

You're asking me that in front of everyone?

Yes, I'd like to hear everyone's opinion.

If a majority of people think I'm the one at fault,

I'm willing to fix what I did wrong.

So don't feel pressured, and tell me what's bothering you.

You said it wasn't because I didn't eat lunch with you.

Then by any chance, are you angry because I didn't let you

decorate my office in pink?

- Stop it. - What's he saying?

Well, the thing is, I like pink.

Yes, I like pink.

And I decorated Mr. Kwon's office

with some pink ornaments, but he didn't like them.

So I just...

But that's not why I'm angry.

Then are you angry because I gave you a lot of work today?

Was it because I kept giving you memos written with stuff to do?

You're so inhumane.

You should've gone up to her and asked her politely face-to-face.

Even I'd feel upset if you just wrote something on a memo pad

and threw it on my desk.

- Right? - No.

That's not why I'm angry. It's not...

To be honest, I didn't really have a reasonable reason.

I think I ended up reacting sensitively

because I was hungry.

Yes, that's right.

I'm sorry for causing a misunderstanding,

Mr. Kwon.

No, it's okay.

I'm glad we resolved our misunderstanding.

Gosh, it was nothing serious.

Now that you've reconciled, you guys should clink glasses.

No, that's not necessary.

He must feel at ease now that you guys resolved your misunderstanding.

Go on.

Goodness, this is nice.

Eat up.

Okay.

Mr. Kwon.

I'd like to have a word with you.

Sure.

I thought we were all good.

What more is there to talk about?

Why did you do that?

Why did you have to do that?

- What do you mean? - It was our personal issue.

It should've stayed between the two of us.

Why did you have to blab about it to everyone?

"Blab"?

As I told you earlier, I wanted to hear

everyone's opinion. And if a majority of people...

Do you think this is a trial?

The act of checking who's right and who's wrong in front of everyone

is no different from a trial.

I'm sorry if it offended you.

But we managed to resolve our misunderstandings--

Do you really think we resolved our misunderstandings?

Nothing's resolved between us.

Do you know why?

It's because there's another reason

why I'm angry at you.

What do you mean?

Why did you eat pasta without me?

Why didn't you take me with you?

I wanted to have pasta as well!

Are you saying you were upset all day

because I didn't take you with me to eat pasta?

Let's eat pasta tomorrow.

- Pasta-- - Why did you do that?

Why did you have pasta with someone else?

I'm so annoyed.

It's so annoying.

Gosh, I'm so upset.

I wanted to eat pasta too.

Hey, you're home.

Hey.

By the way, Ju-won told me that he saw you earlier.

I heard you ate pasta with Yeo-reum today.

- Is pasta the problem again? - What do you mean "again"?

It's my first time mentioning it.

So what? What about pasta?

- What about it? - I'm jealous.

What? You're jealous?

Of course. I may have broken up with Yeo-reum,

but that doesn't mean I'm over her.

So it's very natural to get angry at the fact that the girl I like

had pasta with someone else.

If someone gets angry at you for eating pasta with someone else,

does that mean that person likes you?

What?

She likes me?

Hyeok-jun.

Should we go to the beach?

What are you talking about all of a sudden?

You need to go to work.

Yes, I need to go to work.

Did you get drunk yesterday and make a mistake again?

I wonder who invented alcohol.

I guess you did make a mistake.

I'm the one who's curious. Who in the world

is responsible for making you get in trouble all the time?

What did you do this time?

- I don't know. - Just tell me what happened.

I need to know in order to help you get out of whatever you did.

I don't know, okay? I just want to be alone!

Here?

We're almost there.

Already? We're here already?

What am I going to do?

What am I going to say to him?

What am I going to do?

Hello.

Yes, good morning.

Ms. Oh.

- Yes? - Please check if the sentencing

of yesterday's trial got delivered to us.

And please check if the court filed

the petition of appeal for case number 2018G-327.

Okay.

Hey, Mr. Kwon.

Well...

About what I said to you yesterday...

Yes? Which part?

Well...

I asked you why you had pasta with someone else

instead of eating it with me.

I only said that as a friend.

- A friend? - Yes.

Women tend to be like that.

For example, when your best friend at school leaves you out

and eats tteokbokki with another friend,

it makes you feel really left out and upset.

It makes you feel as if you lost your best friend.

And to be frank, the two of us

are like best friends at the firm.

- Best friends? - Yes.

We're totally best friends.

We work so close to each other, we eat together,

and we handle cases together.

I mean, how much closer can we get?

But I felt a bit upset

when it seemed as though

you were closer to someone else.

It's childish, isn't it?

Not only do I look young on the outside,

but I also have a very young mindset.

So please forget about what happened yesterday.

- Okay? - Yes, okay.

Mr. Kwon, Mr. Yeon wishes to see you.

Okay.

I'll be right back.

Okay.

What on earth is wrong with me?

- So what do you want to say? - Didn't I mention it yesterday?

I did, didn't I?

I said that we had some good news.

Our law firm will take on a high-profile case.

Has it been decided then?

Well, you know...

Give this a read.

This too.

Isn't this the Im Yun-hui Case?

It's the hottest case right now.

Take the case and have it declared self-defense.

- I can't. - What? Why not?

You should be grateful for such a big case,

not refuse it.

It's not that. I just don't have the time.

I'm currently working on a total of 32 cases.

Still.

You can't pass up on an opportunity like this.

If that's the case, take it yourself.

You're not exactly busy these days.

You won't be asked on more TV shows anyway.

Please don't bring that up.

I'll be declining them anyway.

It traumatized me mentally.

I was only under the weather, but I got some malicious comments online.

"Did he really pass the bar?"

"Did you see him tremble? Maybe he's not really a lawyer."

I couldn't be more humiliated,

so don't mention TV shows to me ever again.

Mr. Yeon, the--

Don't ever mention it again.

- The-- - Stop it!

The sitting cushion.

This isn't what you sit on.

It's a blanket.

Anyway, you're taking the case.

It must be because you advocate public interest.

The women's organization specifically wants you on the case.

FROM VICTIM OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE TO MURDER SUSPECT

FORMER HUSBAND DIED IN A FIRE FIVE YEARS AGO

Read these and find any articles related to the case.

Sure.

I saw this on the news.

Are you the lead attorney on this?

Yes, so it seems.

That's great.

If someone as talented as you defend her,

her claims of self-defense will be proven.

Do you think this was self-defense?

Yes.

Her husband beat her badly,

so she reacted in the spur of the moment.

It's not simple though.

Also, there are preconditions needed for this to have been self-defense.

Preconditions?

PROSECUTOR YOO YEO-REUM

Ms. Yoo, Ms. Im Yun-hui will be here soon.

All right. We're keeping it simple today.

She's here!

In order for it to have been self-defense,

an attack must've been made against her or a third-party.

Also, that attack must have happened in front of her.

Lastly, even if it were to protect herself,

she shouldn't have used excessive force.

Simply speaking, she can't have crossed the line

even if it were to save herself.

For instance, let's say someone slapped you.

You can't retaliate with a weapon.

The force used wasn't reasonable, so it isn't self-defense.

There were many cases like this before,

but the Supreme Court ruled against self-defense.

The prosecution will use that as precedence.

Then you can set a new precedent

by having it ruled as self-defense.

She could've intentionally killed her husband.

Anyway, please search for more articles.

Sure.

Ms. Im.

I will now call you a suspect.

You have the right to remain silent

and refuse to answer any questions.

Choosing to keep silent won't be used against you,

and you may have a lawyer present at these interviews.

Do you understand these rights?

Will you have a lawyer present,

or shall we begin the questioning?

Why did you want to see me again?

Are you busy?

I was studying up on Ms. Im's case.

- Do you see any holes? - I'm not sure.

I think I should meet her and talk to her first.

Once a case becomes yours, you always do your best.

Did you call me here to check on whether I was doing my best?

Oh, please.

Why would that have been my intention?

Can you pick out a tie for me?

This makes me look sexy,

while this makes me look young and dandy.

Which is better?

What on earth are you doing?

I've been asked to be on a TV show.

I'm having an interview here at the firm.

Didn't you just tell me that you were too traumatized

to be on TV anymore?

Confucius said

that our greatest glory is not in never failing,

but in rising every time we fail.

I failed my first TV show because of the nerves,

but I will rise despite that failure.

Even if I fail again, I will rise again.

I'll get going then.

I'm too exhausted and in need of caffeine.

I'll take mine strong. Hold on. What about Ms. Oh?

What do we do?

The interview crew has a busy schedule

and doesn't know when exactly it'll be here.

Being spotted by the crew will only put her on the spot.

We can't ask her to spend all day at a coffee shop though.

I guess it'll all work out, right?

I'm sure there's a place for her to hide in this firm.

Mr. Sexy?

Mr. Fresh?

Is this better?

- Go with sexy. - Mr. Sexy it is.

This is much better.

Would you like a cup of coffee too?

No, I'll get my own.

Ms. Oh Jin-sim,

I'm going to the detention center to meet Ms. Im tomorrow.

Would you like to come too?

- Me too? - Yes.

Only lawyers are allowed to talk to her,

but being there will help you with your career in law.

Of course. It'll be better than never visiting it.

Thank you for being so thoughtful.

We should drink our coffee.

The detention center?

Doesn't that mean a decently long car ride?

Then, the two of us...

It'll be a fairly long ride, so I had better be prepared.

I'm going there to work.

What should I wear tomorrow?

Hold on. A bad outfit will lower my spirits.

I won't be able to focus on work properly.

I won't be able to focus on work

if my skin is too dry either.

I must be such a workaholic.

Good morning, Mr. Kwon.

That necktie

looks good on you.

Your necklace is pretty too.

It's cold, so let's get in.

It feels nice to be out on a drive.

It's not a drive. We're going to a detention center for work.

We're in the car, so it's a drive.

Yes, this is Kwon Jung-rok.

Yes, I understand.

That was a call from the detention center.

Visiting hours has been postponed for two hours.

Really?

It's almost time for lunch, so let's drop by somewhere and eat.

Actually, I...

made some lunch boxes.

Lunch boxes?

It's a waste of time looking for restaurants anyway.

We can save time and focus more on work.

It's also my dream to eat a lunch box outside

while enjoying a beautiful view.

Well, since we have a lot of time, let's go then.

I have it.

Shall we just go inside and eat?

I'll just eat here.

Why? It's so cold out here.

You said it's your dream.

Your cooking is better than I thought.

How bad did you think I was?

I once shot a drama as a chef of Korean food.

I learned from an expert back then

and I can make Korean food like this even with my eyes closed.

As an actress, you must experience living as various types of people.

It sounds very interesting.

Back then, I was really happy.

When do you feel that you're happy?

When I get my paycheck?

Goodness. You said you became an attorney because of the money.

You really love money, don't you?

It's too cold. Let's go inside.

If you catch a cold or something, it's my loss.

What?

Why is it your loss?

What?

You're the star of our law firm.

If you catch a cold from this picnic and don't come to work,

can you imagine how sorry I would feel?

I'm saying, it's an extremely huge loss for our law firm.

- Can you hand me that? - Okay.

If you're cold, there are always pockets to keep you warm.

Really?

- Thank you. - No, wait.

I meant, put your hands inside your pockets.

I'm sorry.

Where are my pockets again?

Se-won, isn't it uncomfortable staying at your friend's home?

It is. He's a total cranky guy.

It must be uncomfortable staying with him over the weekend.

How about watching a movie with me?

That sounds more uncomfortable.

It's Ms. Yoo.

Ms. Yoo must be pretty frustrated lately

because of the Im Yun-hui Case.

Why? Is something not going well?

I heard Mr. Im really wanted to take on the Im Yun-hui Case,

but it went to Ms. Yoo.

I heard Mr. Im has a huge grudge and is giving her a hard time.

Is she the rookie who is working with Se-won now?

Why do they look so close? Are they dating?

I heard her dad is a high-ranking official at the Blue House.

The son of a hospital owner and a daughter of a Blue House official.

They sound like the perfect match.

Don't you think?

I guess.

Don't Se-won and that rookie look good together?

They're both from rich families.

It's better than

the son of a hospital owner and a daughter of a suspect for fraud.

That's just absurd.

Come to think of it, you're truly something.

Your dad was suspected of committing fraud,

but your ex-boyfriend didn't indict him

and ended up being kicked out to the countryside.

But how could you be so brazen about this?

If I were you, I won't last a second here.

What's your point?

We all have our own place in this world.

No matter how hard you try,

you won't become more than an ordinary prosecutor.

I know you're trying so desperately because you know that too.

You want to do whatever it takes to be successful.

- That's enough. - Do you think

the chief prosecutor gave you the Im Yun-hui Case

because you're competent?

It's because you're a woman

and he knows there's a way he can use you.

If you understand, stop acting up so much.

Do you want to wait in the car?

No. I'll take a look around too.

As I told you, you can't come with me to the meeting room.

I told you, I already know that.

Are people detained in here all waiting for trials like Im Yun-hui?

That's not always the case. Some have already been sentenced,

and some are in the process of a trial or waiting for it.

Oh, my. It's two o'clock. You should get going.

It's cold. You should just wait in the car.

Why? Are you worried?

Yes. I'm worried.

If you catch a cold, it's a loss for me as well.

What? Why?

If you catch a cold, there will be a delay in work,

and I'll eventually have more work on my shoulders.

And if you happen to pass on your cold to me--

Gosh. Seriously, you're so mean.

Satisfied?

It's very cold outside.

Stop being stubborn. Take a quick look around, and wait in the car.

What was that?

Was he just worried about me?

What was that? What?

Ms. Im.

Can you tell me

what happened that day in detail?

I know it's hard to bring back that memory,

but you must tell me everything that happened

that day without leaving anything out.

Do you admit to the charges

of you murdering your husband?

Do you have regrets

for what you did?

I'm very well aware that you've been a victim of domestic violence

for so many years.

However, that alone is not enough

to justify your murder.

Then...

what do you think I should've done?

Should I have died instead?

PROSECUTOR: YOON YEO-REUM

IM YUN-HUI, MURDER

I really think she was only trying to defend herself.

What do you think? It was an act of self-defense, right?

I don't think I should jump to conclusions yet.

I guess you feel more confused now that you've met her in person.

Then how about this?

While you drive, I'll read this more meticulously.

If I read it thoroughly enough, I might find a breakthrough.

Trust me.

Okay.

I thought she was going to find a breakthrough.

My goodness.

I just wanted to think for a little while,

but I guess I ended up dozing off.

You should've woken me up when we got here.

I felt sorry to wake you up because you were so sound asleep.

- Did you wait a long time? - No.

Did I make any mistakes while I was asleep?

I'm not really sure if I can call this a mistake.

But you did snore a lot.

I snored? Me?

Goodness, there's no way. I don't snore.

I was joking.

Why would you make a joke looking so serious?

But is snoring that big of a deal?

Of course.

I only want you to think I'm pretty and...

You want me to think that?

Yes, because...

It's because you're so strict.

I feel like you'll criticize me if I loosen up too much.

I'll be off now.

Go home safely.

I must've been crazy. Why would I say something like that?

Hey, Mr. Lee. Yes.

I urgently need you to look into something for me.

Im Yun-hui lived with her dad ever since her mom,

ran away from home because her dad was very abusive.

But her dad disappeared ten years ago and has been MIA ever since.

It's been ten years since her dad disappeared?

Then he must already be registered as dead.

Yes.

Her mom ran away from home.

Her dad disappeared and is assumed to be dead.

Her ex-husband died in a fire.

And the husband she remarried...

What a terrible life.

Yes.

After she graduated high school, she made a living

by working as a cashier, a saleswoman at a mall, and so on.

She also worked in insurance.

Did you just say "insurance"?

Do you think she'll be able to get acquitted?

I'm not sure. The main issue will be whether the murder was accidental

or planned with a means to get insurance money.

Ms. Im used to work in insurance, so they'll be suspicious of that.

But about Ms. Im...

The report said her ex-husband had a record of having committed violence.

So why do you think she ended up remarrying a guy

who was also very violent?

One would think she'd avoid men like that.

I once appeared on a drama as a psychotherapist.

And there was a woman who habitually

forgave her violent husband every time he begged and apologized.

I heard that's also a psychological problem.

I already requested a doctor to conduct a psychiatric evaluation on her.

YOO YEO-REUM

I'm quite taken aback.

You already know how important this case is to me.

Do you really have to stand on the opposite side?

It's against the ethics of an attorney to turn down

a client's request.

If I start being picky about every single case,

I won't be able to defend anyone.

Yes, I know that. But there's something you should know.

The court has never acknowledged any form of murder

as self-defense.

That's not important.

I'm going to do my best to reveal what really happened.

I'll make sure she only gets punished for what she deserves.

And if she's innocent, I'm going to make sure she gets acquitted.

That's my job.

She'll never be able to get acquitted.

Because that's my job.

- The prosecution is wrong! - Today is Im Yun-hui's first trial.

It is known that she accidentally ended up murdering him

while she was trying to stop her husband's assault.

However, the prosecution indicted her

for murder instead of involuntary manslaughter.

The defendant, Im Yun-hui,

was legally married to the victim, Kim Yeong-tae.

And on January 21, 2019, while she was getting assaulted

by the victim in her house,

she used a kitchen knife to threaten Kim Yeong-tae

and murdered him by stabbing him in the stomach and chest.

The late victim habitually committed domestic violence,

so this might seem as an act of self-defense,

assuming that the victim could no longer put up with the assault.

However, if you take a look at the autopsy result,

you'll be able to realize that this was a planned murder.

How much of a possibility is there for her

to coincidentally stab her husband right in the vital spot?

This is why the prosecution wishes to indict the defendant for murder.

Attorney, please state your opinion regarding the charges.

According to the paramedic that was at the scene,

the defendant had broken two of her ribs

and was injured enough to be hospitalized for nine weeks.

Even if she did intend on murdering him,

how much of a possibility is there for a small woman like her

to stab him right in his vital spot considering the fact that she was

also severely injured?

Thus, I request that the defendant gets acquitted by claiming

that it was an act of self-defense.

The only will that existed at the crime scene

was the defendant's will to survive.

She had no other will or intention behind what happened.

From what I heard, your mother ran away from home when you were ten.

May I ask you why?

She was getting beaten up by my drunk dad,

and she ended up hitting her head on the floor.

She bled a lot,

and while my dad started looking for something to hit my mom with,

she ran away.

She probably just wanted to stay alive.

After that incident,

I heard your dad started beating you up as well.

Is that correct?

Yes. That's right.

Her father and her deceased husband

were both violent men.

Your father must've been tough for you to endure,

so why meet and marry men who were as violent as him?

Your Honor,

I bring a psychiatrist to the stand

to better explain my client's situation.

At a glance, it may be hard to understand.

However, we become accustomed to situations

if we're in them long enough.

Could you explain that in detail?

Children who were abused at a young age

can't properly tell that it's not acceptable.

Naturally, they end up picking up the habit too.

Also, if children aren't in same situations,

they experience anxiety and stress.

And so the vicious cycle continues.

Here is the assessment you made of Ms. Im's mental state.

"The subject, from a young age,

was exposed to a life of physical violence.

Therefore, it can't be said that she is of sound mind."

That is what you wrote.

Is this right?

Yes, that's my assessment.

So in your professional opinion,

Ms. Im might have not been in her right mind

at the time of this incident.

Am I safe to say that?

Yes.

That is all, Your Honor.

Prosecution, will you redirect?

Yes, Your Honor.

Ms. Im,

these are the bills of your first husband's life insurance policy

as well as the one of your father's who disappeared ten years ago.

Did you apply for them yourself?

Yes, that's right.

Your deceased husband, Kim Yeong-tae,

also had a life insurance policy.

You knew that, right?

- Yes. - Do you know for how much?

I don't.

Kim Yeong-tae has a life insurance policy

of 4.94 billion won.

It's a large amount of money for you to not have known.

That is all.

You're arguing insanity?

I get it. Even though she's charged with murder,

she could get a reduced sentence with an insanity plea.

That's a win for an attorney, isn't it?

Don't say that.

Both self-defense and an insanity plea

are written in the book of criminal law.

I won't let you win with an insanity plea,

so don't even bother trying.

This isn't a case that you can win.

Why are you obsessed with this case?

Because this is the only way.

You were born with a silver spoon in your mouth,

so you'll never understand it.

- You're back. - Welcome back.

Hello, everyone.

Ms. Oh, where's Mr. Kwon?

He stayed to talk to the prosecutor in charge of the case.

I was asked to head back alone.

How did the trial go? Articles have been exploding online.

You don't look so happy. Did it go badly for our side?

Yes, although

we were doing all right when Mr. Kwon

argued the insanity defense.

However, the life insurance policy of the deceased husband

swayed a lot of the votes.

Just how much would she receive?

She'd get 4.94 billion won.

The sum is 4.94 billion won?

- No wonder everyone stirred. - Tell me about it.

Even I'm wondering if she did it for the money.

Poor Mr. Kwon.

The news is all over this case.

Losing it will put a big dent in his career.

Don't say that when the verdict is still out.

Mr. Kwon.

I'm back.

Excuse me, Mr. Kwon.

Don't take what the others said too seriously.

I don't.

Anyone would think so after today's outcome.

Right.

Still,

I think that you'll win this case.

To be honest, I thought that

people who are stiff and logical

were the type to become lawyers.

I now think it's more for the warm-hearted.

For someone like you.

Despite what many think, you have a warm heart

and you're very thoughtful.

There was a time when I felt like

I was alone in this world.

I had no one taking my side back then.

Life seemed impossible.

Back then,

if I had someone like you in my life,

it would've been better.

That's what I've been thinking.

That's how great of a lawyer you are,

so I trust that you'll find a solution for this case.

Look at the time.

Why are you still here?

I was looking up precedents regarding self-defense.

I wanted to be of help somehow.

Would you like to have dinner with me?

Sure. I was actually starving.

Then let's head out.

You know,

I became a lawyer

because I wanted to take people's sides instead of punishing them.

Then why did you say before

that it was to earn a lot of money?

I felt too embarrassed to tell you the truth back then.

Then why are you being honest with me now?

Because...

what you said made me want to be honest.

Thank you for saying that you believe in me.

Also, if there comes a time

when you feel like you're alone in this world

and that there's no one to take your side again,

I'll be there for you.

Mr. Kwon.

There's something I want to say to you.

But...

I won't say it right now.

However,

I will someday tell you

the exact emotions

that I'm feeling right at this moment.

Ms. Oh Jin-sim.

By any chance...

do you like...

What?

The contemporary working woman.

I look like a workaholic, and it's really sexy.

Don't you think you're making my Yoon-seo work too hard?

"My Yoon-seo"?

- Stop it. - It's because I care.

He cares?

Would you like a cup of coffee?

Don't you remember I was accused of overworking you?

By your boyfriend.

You've never dated anyone, have you?

You don't seem too bright when it comes to women.

Someone told me that I'm going to win no matter what.

So believe in me and wait until I win.

The case is going to take a new turn.

He could be the only witness of this case.

Also, he could also be another suspect.

Subtitle translation by Yoon-jin Kim