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Ji Eun, what are you doing here?

Mom.

Who is he?

Oh, he's the owner
of this furniture studio.

(Episode 4)

Why are you here?
Shouldn't you be at work?

I needed some new furniture
for my office.

And I had them custom-made here.

I dropped by to check
how things are going.

You should've asked someone
to do it for you.

Why would you come all the way here?

Mom, where are you off to
so early in the morning?

I told you earlier.

I'm meeting
the senior secretary's wife.

Oh, right. I'll be home early today.

I thought you had a lot to do today.

I mean I'll try.
I'll try to go home early.

There you go. Go on.

Are you mad at me?

The reason I didn't introduce you
to my mom was that...

I thought about it for a while.

But I don't know.

What are we exactly?

Do you want to know?

You're my one and only man.

I bet I'm just a guy you slept with.

We just had fun.

I think we should stop here.

Please leave.

Get lost.

You have a lot to say to me,
don't you?

Some things are better left unsaid.

You should answer the phone.

(Secretary's Office)

- Yes, this is Lee Ji Eun speaking.
- We urgently need you to come.

I'm outside right now.

The chairman is looking for you.

He's extremely angry.

Okay, I'll be on my way right now.

I need to go back to the office.

I'll call you after work.

No, I'll come here
as soon as I'm done with work.

You tell me everything
that's on your mind.

Tell you everything
that's on my mind?

Then it'll be over between us.

Ji Eun!

What is the matter with you?

Do you have any idea
what you've done?

We had to return all the fabric
that we imported.

Why are you the one
with such a look?

Back when we imported the fabric,

the SGS carried out a test,

and everything came out normal.

Don't you know that they have
different certification standards?

The test they carry out in China
only focuses on the ingredients.

But the Korea Apparel
Testing and Research Institute...

tests the products
after they're manufactured.

That's why they're different.

The Chinese are obviously
going to play dumb...

and act like
they didn't know anything.

We'll end up having to pay
for the fabric,

customs clearance,

cargo, and shipping.

What are you going to do
about the damage?

They'll know we have no choice
but to discard the imported fabric.

So we'll make a claim...

and ask them to take back a few.

Instead, we'll offer to import
alternative items in return.

Then they might agree to it.

Tell them not to expect
any profit...

if they wish to keep
doing business with us.

I'll try to convince them.

Free your dinner schedule tonight.

We're having dinner
with Chairman Seo and Seo Jung In.

Ji Eun.

Why are you so absent-minded
these days? It's not like you.

You can go inside.

I heard your father got furious,

so I came to check up on you.

Uncle, will you buy me
a cup of coffee?

Are you seeing someone?

Is it someone
your parents won't approve of?

No, I'm not seeing anyone.

Ji Eun, when you're put in charge
of a certain task,

it means you're given the power
to carry things out.

And it's normal to receive criticism
along with the attention you get.

Let's be honest. You're too young
and inexperienced...

to become the team leader.

But of course, everyone knows...

that you're going through
this process...

so you can learn to take over
the family business.

Uncle.

Honestly, it's a bit too much.

I feel like someone put a leash
around my neck.

If Joon Young were still alive,

I wouldn't be the one getting ready
to take over the business.

I'm very well aware of
your strength.

You're capable of
adding sensitivity to business.

Maybe that's my limit.

You need to be different when you're
managing a business.

You shouldn't break the law,

but you need to be open
to expediency.

You need to get your hands dirty.

And sometimes,

you even need to deceive people
or betray them.

I can see that you've got the guts,

but you're too soft-hearted.

I don't want to be mistaken...

and think that success
will bring me happiness.

But I'm trying my best
to protect myself from getting hurt.

That's why I have
a lot on my mind these days.

If you think too much,
it'll only complicate things.

The more you show your weakness,

the more assertive
your father will become.

He'll make you get married...

and proceed
with our merger with Seorin.

I thought I'd be okay
with a marriage of convenience.

But I feel suffocated
just by thinking about it.

And marriage is still
a very difficult term for me.

Dad isn't going to retire
anytime soon.

I don't get why he's in such a rush.

He's become impatient...

because Joon Young is gone.

You could also take over.

If you want to be happy,

you need to know your place.

I'm not competent enough.

You're a very good person.

I may be good now,
but I might change later on.

We should go now.

Today, we're going to make
a monitor stand.

It's easy for beginners to make,

and it's very practical.
That's why I chose to make this.

But the most important thing...

is to make sure
you use your tools safely.

Make sure you keep your gloves on
when you cut the wood.

And later on, you can choose...

to paint it with whatever color
based on your preference.

- There are lots of colors...
- I think this is yours.

It's been ringing for a while now.

I'm sorry.

Thank you.

(Ji Eun)

(Ji Eun)

I want you to try and please
Chairman Lee once you meet him.

Call him "Father"
and lighten up his mood.

Okay.

His son died last year,

and I bet he's been
feeling empty ever since.

So tell him you'll be like
a son to him and win his favor.

Why aren't you answering me?

I obviously have no other choice
but to do everything you tell me.

Then why did you
almost ruin everything?

Once we merge our business
with Bisang,

they'll transfer
their technology to us.

Then we'll carry out
a vertical integration...

and expand our business network.

We have nothing to lose.

On top of that,
they don't have a son.

So who do you think will end up
taking over?

The merger will help us
grow into a bigger company.

And we need to accelerate
our golf wear business.

We must diversify our products
as a sports brand.

Yes, I know.

I don't want another son
who can't get his life straight.

Jung Min is already a handful.

What is he up to these days?

He's probably surfing
on the Gold Coast.

Isn't that dangerous?

I heard Sang Bum's son died
while rafting.

It has nothing to do with
shooting through the rapids.

It's a different sport.

There's going to be a fight.

So we should arm ourselves
with a weapon.

(Chairman Lee's borrowed-name
bank account statement)

You might have to use it one day.

Keep it safe until then.

If situations change,

people easily change their words.

How did you get this?

Your enemies...

are always the ones
who are closest to you.

Jung In.

You're all I have.

Sometimes,
it takes a costly sacrifice...

just to take one step ahead.

If you can't seem to break up
with Na Kyung,

at least keep her hidden
somewhere abroad.

Why did you have to be honest
about her?

If there's a traffic jam,
try to find a way out.

Are you just going to sit there?

Turn on the blinkers
and just cut in line.

Ms. Lee is here.

You should've been the one waiting.

The call with China
lasted a lot longer than expected.

- I'm sorry.
- What did they say?

Fortunately, Mr. Chung is
scheduled to visit Korea.

Mr. Kim is going to pick him up
at the airport tomorrow morning,

and we're going to have
a meeting with him at the office.

Are you kidding me?

Can't you think properly?

They have the upper hand.

Don't you think
you should go there yourself...

to make him feel like
he's being respected?

I didn't think that far.

Running a business is all about
playing with psychology.

You need to use
their thoughts and emotions.

Gosh, you're incompetent,
and you have no ambition.

You're a good-for-nothing fool.

Why are you so harsh on me
these days?

Can't you be more understanding?

Do you expect me to be understanding
because you're my daughter?

Stop being emotional,
and start being responsible.

Dad, I'm not saying
I did the right thing.

We're at work.

This isn't our house.

Chairman Lee.

Then let me tell you something
as an employee...

who works at Bisang Apparel.

You set a dinner appointment
with Director Seo...

without even asking me about it.

The only reason
I was willing to go with you...

was that I'm your daughter.

But I have no reason to go
if I'm just a mere employee.

What did you just say?

The reason I didn't want
to hear you criticize me...

was that I knew you were right.

And the reason
you're so angry at me right now...

is that you know I'm right.

You'd better not say one more word.

I'll be getting off work now.

Ji Eun. Ji Eun!

I got here as fast as I could
after the meeting.

There was really bad traffic.

- We just got here ourselves.
- I see.

I have a lot to say to you.

I look forward to hearing it.

Have a seat.

Where is Ji Eun?

Something came up with work,
so I sent her on a business trip.

And it might actually be better
that she's not here.

Parents tend to struggle
when their kid is too smart.

I heard your daughter is quick
to take action and is persistent.

She has a pretty nice reputation
among the employees.

Relax.
I didn't do anything suspicious.

Chairman Lee did
a background check on you...

after you completely ruined
your blind date with Ji Eun.

So I made a joke and told him
that I might do the same...

to his daughter.

And right now,
he's suspecting that I might've...

put a tail on his daughter.

I figured she might find out,

so I decided that it'd be better
to be honest about it.

I was too careless.

I'll do my best to change her mind.

A spouse is someone...

who suits you well
and is equal to you.

Your daughter and my son, Jung In,

can be of great help to each other.

I hope you get rid of
the grudge you have against him.

Ji Eun also lacks a lot of things,

but I can assure you
that she's very honest and just.

I know they had a bad start,

but they can start over again.

So now, let's just leave it to them.

(Se Hoon)

(Se Hoon)

The phone is turned off.
You will be directed to voicemail.

You will be charged after the beep.

That's the end of today's lesson.
You all did great.

- Thank you.
- Bye.

See you next week.

Na Kyung, you're still here.

I'm in charge of cleaning up today.

Hey, Ho Jin.

Na Kyung, you're in for some luck.

I have some extra money today.

Would you like to join us
for dinner?

- Excuse me for a minute, Ho Jin.
- Sure.

She's so pretty.

Don't bother wasting your time.
She's already seeing someone.

There's always a high chance
for couples to break up.

So be quiet.

You do have a point.

By the way, it's almost time
for you to close.

Isn't Ji Eun here yet?

We don't need to meet
every single day.

Did you two fight?

I guess you did.

Is that why your cell phone
was turned off all day?

I called you earlier,
and it was turned off.

My store is closed for the day,

and I had to teach all day.

- That's why I turned it off.
- Gosh, come on. I know you.

You don't like to talk
when you're mad.

Gosh, this is bad.

Ji Eun has a temper,
so she'll run over here any minute.

Do you want me to call Ji Eun?

Don't get involved.

Ho Jin, can I really join you
for dinner?

Of course. I'll buy you anything.
What do you like?

Why don't we go for some cold beer?

Okay, sounds great.

(We open at 9 a.m.
and close at 7 p.m.)

Why aren't you with Se Hoon today?

What's going on? Did you cry?

Bok Ja.

Apparently, polar bears are dying...

due to global warming.

Isn't that so sad?

Your face looks even sadder.

Is something going on
between you and Se Hoon?

Here you go, guys.
This is our second round.

Let's start our second round.

- Thank you.
- Here.

Now, go ahead and finish
answering my question.

Do you think dating
always leads to marriage?

My gosh.

Don't answer my question
with another question.

Do you want to marry your boyfriend?

I don't think...

he'd want to marry me.

Even if you do?

There was once a time...

when I thought my love for him
could solve everything.

For a brief moment.

We think love can solve everything.

But love can
ruin everything as well.

I know dating doesn't always
have to lead to marriage.

But an unrealistic future...

will only lead to a breakup.

Unless you both
don't believe in marriage...

but are still capable of
staying loyal...

to each other.

Let me get this straight.

You want to marry him,

but he doesn't?

Gosh, what a jerk.
You should break up with him.

I'm trying.

That's why I'm here.

Does that offend you?

You can use me all you want.

Call me whenever you need me.

I'll come running over
and be a good friend.

Thank you.

Then I'll call you out
only until you start dating someone.

You're starting to make
my heart flutter.

Aren't you going to meet Ji Eun?

I'm starting to get curious
about her.

What kind of woman is she?

She's a woman
who's full of surprises.

You didn't introduce him
to your mother.

That means you don't think of him
as your boyfriend.

Would you have easily forgiven him
if you were in his shoes?

I bet Se Hoon is furious.

That's why his cell phone
is turned off.

I don't think
he wants to talk to me.

What do you plan to do now?

Ji Eun.

If you can't even introduce him
to your mother,

you should end it with him.

But I like him too much to stop.

I'm...

in love with him now.

And I want him so much that
I can't hold back.

Does he really mean
that much to you?

I finally learned how it feels
to be in love.

So things can't go back
to how they were.

Because of that,
I'm a little scared.

Should I tell you a nice plan?

You should just get pregnant.

The world may have changed,

but that stuff always works.

Who are you calling?

Isn't it obvious?
Se Hoon is probably with Ho Jin.

What can I do
to make Se Hoon feel better?

I'm even more worried because
he won't show me how angry he is.

My gosh, try talking to him.

This was bound to happen one day.

Although I'm sure Se Hoon
already knows...

what to expect of your family.

Ho Jin, where are you,
and what are you doing?

Okay, got it.

Hurry up.

I'll pay for it next time.

We can't be friends
if you're so calculative like that.

It doesn't matter who buys.

We did volunteer work together,
so we're already pretty close.

Bok Ja, her name is Na Kyung.

She'll be coming with us...

Why are you glaring?

It's nice to meet you.

Likewise.

I've been curious about you.
I'm glad we met.

You really are full of surprises.

I thought Mr. Jang would prefer
someone more quiet and modest.

How do I seem to you?

I didn't mean to offend you.

I only said that
because you look very fancy.

You're wearing our brand.

Do you work at Bisang Apparel?

She's the owner's daughter.

I see.

Na Kyung, let's go.
I'll grab you a cab.

I'll be off now.

She really knows
how to bring down the mood.

Bok Ja, I'm disappointed in you.

Why would you badmouth someone
whom you don't even know that well?

When did I do that?

- Se Hoon.
- Let me talk first.

You made Bok Ja take the lead
and interrupted us.

And Na Kyung had to leave
because of you guys.

Does it bother you
that she had to leave early?

She takes my class,
and she's my student.

So yes, it does bother me.

I know...

how you feel deep down inside,
so it's okay.

I made this decision knowing that.

I will live...

in your shadow.

About that woman
you'll be marrying...

What company does her family own?

Bisang Apparel.

Ms. Lee Ji Eun,
I wonder what kind of decision...

you'll end up making for yourself.

There's a reason why I didn't
introduce you to my mom.

I didn't want you to get humiliated.

I knew how my mom would react.

Can't you please understand?

I understand.

I need a strategy.

A strategy to fight
against my family.

My family will disapprove of you,

and I need a strategy
to overcome that.

Ji Eun.

Let's not waste time.

We both know
how this is going to end.

What do you mean?

We're not meant for each other.

I had forgotten that for a while.

But today, I remembered it again.

Let's break up.

How could you say that so easily?

How could you be so cold and calm?

I don't want to fight over it.

I don't want to yell at you either.

Why can't you just be angry at me?

Just tell me you felt offended
and upset.

Do you want me to feel miserable?

You know that's not what I meant.

I should've been wiser...

and never should've dated you
in the first place.

Se Hoon.

Can you really live without me?

I won't die.

I might not want to live
for a good while.

But I'll try to get over you.

And in the end, I will.

Life will go on.

And I'll just think of you
from time to time.

No.

I can't break up.

It's over between us.

Please don't do this.

I love you.

That's your misfortune.

Love is about
belonging to one another.

And you need to give it your all.

But you can't do that.

That's why if you love me,

it will make you miserable.

(Phoenix 2020)

Se Hoon must've felt really hurt
because of me.

I'm sorry, Ji Eun.
I put myself before love.

It's not over between me
and Se Hoon!

I'm going to look for a way...

to change Se Hoon's mind.

Who is this guy? Why are you...

clinging onto someone
who won't even treat you properly?

Dad, I don't think
I can let go of him.

Ji Eun, wake up. Ji Eun.