Original subtitles

Hello, Judge. I'm Kim Cho Won.

I'm blind, and my dream...

is to become a writer.

I've never seen the sunset,

the stars sparkling at night,

or flower petals fluttering in the wind,

so people ask how I will draw the world.

I hear the sounds of the world very clearly.

Once when I was young,

I awoke from the sound of the thunder and cried.

Then, my mom dragged me outside.

I pleaded with her, saying I was scared,

but she didn't listen to me.

I recently read a book...

that said only a deity can judge humans.

You judge people's sins,

so you are the closest to a deity.

Please, I beg you.

Please punish my mom.

Please tell my mom that...

she's making a big mistake for me.

(Your Honor)

(Episode 11)

(Court)

Hello.

- Please have one. - Thank you.

Here you go.

Here's yours.

- Thank you. - My pleasure.

- Did something good happen? - Yes.

Judge Han isn't having a good day.

What?

(Judge Han Soo Ho)

What is it about?

I don't know what it is, but he's in a bad mood.

Something might've happened. He reeks of alcohol too.

If you smile in front of him or sound happy,

the judge might not be happy with that.

I'm warning you in advance.

Okay.

- Thank you for this. - Okay.

(Judge Han Soo Ho)

(Hangover Cure Drinks)

- So Eun. - Yes?

I'm sorry. You're mad at me, right?

No.

- You look mad. - No, I'm not mad.

You couldn't sleep at your place because of me.

I had no choice.

I don't have your family's numbers.

And If I contacted the police,

people might start criticizing you for drinking more than...

you can handle, so I didn't.

You should've left me on the street.

How could I do that?

I knew it. Look at her.

I told her to be careful. I knew she'd get on his nerves.

Working in this society is all about being able to read the room.

But she doesn't know that.

Everyone, be careful today.

Don't talk to the judge for no reason.

But Mr. Jo.

Don't talk to me for no reason either.

Tell the judge that it's time for court.

- You want me to tell him? - Yes, you.

Did I do something wrong yesterday?

Except for coming to my house after getting drunk at night,

you didn't do anything wrong.

Yes, I did.

- I'm sorry. - That's all right.

- I told you that I'm sorry. - I'm really fine.

But smile for me.

That way, I can at least fool myself that you forgave me.

Judge Han.

Mr. Jang Jung Soo left.

Who left where?

The victim's husband in the DUI case.

The one who was doing a one-man protest in front of the court.

Oh, that guy. The Talmud Guy.

He stopped the protest and went home.

Well... It's hot outside.

He'd get sunburnt and all.

I see.

- Judge Han, it's time for court. - Okay.

Thank you for not abandoning me.

Everyone...

abandoned me.

You're the first person who didn't.

I will buy you a good present later...

and visit you at your house.

Let's go. Trials make us money.

Why are you guys feeling down today?

We ought to enjoy our lives! Let's go for it!

- Let's go for it. - Let's go for it.

Let's go for it.

He's weird.

Is he bipolar?

(5th Courtroom)

Ms. Park Hae Na. Mr. Ji Chang Soo.

- Yes. - Yes.

Nothing will change.

Testify just like I investigated you.

When will this trial be over?

Are you sick of this trial?

Of course.

Then you must do a good job.

Don't fall for his leading question like last time.

If you're too dumb to do that,

don't use your brain.

Got that?

Fix up your hair.

After drinking by yourself at the club,

you went upstairs to the hotel and fell asleep, correct?

When you didn't come out past your check-out time,

the security went up to your room. And you were unconscious.

Is that correct?

Yes.

The ER ran several tests on you.

The test showed positive for narcotics.

Is this all true?

Yes.

Ms. Park.

I told you I'm your fan.

Yes.

Celebrities are able to pretend to like something, dislike something,

or to be someone else.

However, you shouldn't act in front of a fan.

Fans cheer you on with all their heart.

Okay?

Yes.

Is everything you said so far true?

Do you understand what I said?

No, I was with him and his friends last night.

We were drinking together, and then the fight broke out.

Let me repeat.

An unidentified woman gave you pills to sober up in the bathroom.

After taking the pills, you went upstairs to the hotel alone.

When you didn't check out,

the hotel security came up to your room.

Were those his instructions?

He won't get me out of here?

- This is so wrong. - Ms. Park.

You must shoot commercials and start acting again.

The news is already in circulation.

Do you think you can restart your career without anyone's help?

Look at me.

You were alone yesterday.

You did drugs alone as well.

Right?

Yes, it's all true.

- Why didn't you seize her phone? - We did.

- Why didn't you seize her phone? - We did.

You didn't submit it as evidence.

- I have no evidence to submit. - What?

In the last trial, you brought up her relationship with Lee Ho Sung.

After going through Ms. Park's phone,

we didn't find a single message or call from or to Lee Ho Sung.

- You won't submit it as evidence? - No.

I have no evidence to submit.

Your Honor.

The defendant is suffering from depression due to this long trial.

However, as a way to show that she's repenting of her action,

she has turned down every type of medication...

and is suffering in pain every day.

Please take the defendant's health into consideration,

show your generosity in her,

and expedite the dealings of the trial.

I will submit the record of her treatment with a psychologist...

and a letter from her psychologist as a reference.

(Entrance for Judges)

The prosecutor won't provide any evidence.

The lawyer wants me to finish the trial quickly.

You already wrote up the decision for this case.

Is there a reason behind reopening this case?

How should I say it?

For my conscience?

For justice?

Don't you think something is off about this case?

I don't really know. However...

However what?

I think people may think you're unreasonably dragging on a case...

for which there is no issue.

Why is there no issue? It's weird all around.

The defendant's and victim's statements are consistent.

And it's not like the defendant changed his testimony in court.

If you'd tell me what the issue is, I'll watch and learn.

The issue.

I'll have to make one now.

Let's go.

All rise.

Okay.

Please take your seats.

Ji Chang Soo.

You work at an adult entertainment venue.

Yes.

Would you explain what happened?

I had refilled the ice in a room where some customers were.

Min Goo Nam, our general manager,

called me in.

He had always picked on me in the past...

and had harassed me that day for how I was dressed...

and for not greeting customers properly.

I...

had a few drinks that customers had given me,

so I lost my temper...

and assaulted him.

You've already settled with the victim.

The amount...

You gave him a lot. Are you rich?

No.

If he got this much money for being hit a few times,

I wish someone would beat me up too.

Are you usually pretty violent?

No.

You're a good fighter?

No.

From what I've heard,

the victim Min Goo Nam used to compete in judo.

If you unilaterally assaulted someone who does judo,

you must be a good fighter.

I know how to fight a little.

Are you good?

I'm good.

You said you're not violent.

No.

Then how do you know that you're a good fighter?

Tell me the truth.

You're pretty violent on a regular basis, right?

Yes.

Your...

Your Honor!

What?

Is there a law that says a judge can't leave his bench?

There is not.

Good.

You fought with hands like this?

This doesn't look like a hand that's used for fighting.

You're not a good fighter, are you?

- I'm... - You're not.

I'm not.

You said you were earlier.

I'm not sure.

You contradicted your testimony in court.

Bring in the victim Min Goo Nam.

When I looked at the situation,

Min Goo Nam had no chance to resist the unprovoked assault.

The defendant's confession and the victim's statement...

are consistent.

So, don't call him?

The judge can't call in witnesses?

No?

Yes.

I believe the judge has the authority.

Bring in the witness.

We will resume next week! Court adjourned!

All rise.

(Prosecutor)

I haven't been at a trial in a while,

but is it normal for a judge to do that?

No, it is not. Although it is up to the judge.

Does his statement regarding whether or not he's a good fighter...

count as a crime for perjury to contradicting his testimony?

It does not.

Although that's also up to the judge.

That young punk is doing as he pleases,

just because he's a judge.

From what I've heard,

he's become a different person after handing in his resignation.

I heard he was told to resign again, but he refuses.

I'll handle it.

He'll end up being kicked off the bench...

eventually.

Kick him out quickly. It's getting very hot.

I'm sorry.

I messed up, didn't I?

Yes.

What should I do?

When a person is suddenly attacked, they can't resist.

That is what Mr. Min will testify.

But...

when I brought the drugs in, I was paid in bank checks.

Thank you. Have a great time!

Lee Ho Sung didn't pay you.

They were signed by Choi Min Gook.

Yes, but they all took the drugs together.

Okay. Ho Sung.

Hae Na.

Min Gook.

Okay.

Even one pill gets you high,

but I think they took several.

When he hit me, he wasn't in his right mind.

Are you insane?

Stop it!

What are you doing? Please stop.

- If Mr. Min didn't stop him, - I'm out. This is lame.

I may have died.

Why are you telling me that?

Because I'm worried.

I heard I'll be punished even more if I lie in court.

What if it gets out?

If you change your testimony now, you'll be tried for selling drugs.

You know which will give you a stiffer sentence, right?

I'm sorry.

I was just too scared and worried.

The judge may suspect something, but he can't investigate.

Even if the judge knows everything,

it's useless without evidence. That's how a trial works.

Okay. Shall we go?

I'll leave a little later.

I'll take care of everything, so don't worry.

Excuse me. May I ask you something?

Sure.

Remember how you walked off the bench?

Why did you do that?

I had to check Ji Chang Soo's hand.

Fighters' hands are different.

But most judges call the person up to the bench.

They don't go themselves.

I've sat in on many trials while I was studying,

and I've never seen that before.

I heard there was no law that prohibits it.

Why? Was it weird?

No.

It was cool.

Most judges sit high up above everyone.

For the first time, I saw a judge come down to where we were.

There are some letters and apologies that came for you.

Should I put them on your desk, or should I sort them by date?

- You should... - Yes?

Read them all, and consider them regarding their cases.

I will go. I have something to do.

(Self: Im Geum Mi, Child: Han Soo Ho)

You're so sweet. The pride of the family? My gosh.

Okay. I'll call the family in Daegu.

Yes. Okay. Bye. Okay.

Where's the phone number?

(Im Geum Mi, Han Soo Ho)

What is this?

Did you disown me or something?

What do you mean?

(Resident Registration)

Soo Ho.

No, Kang Ho.

Where's my name?

My name isn't on this.

You know your uncle in Ocheon, Daegu?

He's your dad's cousin.

His oldest son died in a car accident.

They didn't have a son to carry on their family line.

You let him adopt me?

Their family line would have ended then.

These things are common among relatives.

You just need to show up at his memorial service.

Nothing has changed.

It's only on papers.

I was going to tell you when you became an adult.

Why me? It could've been Soo Ho.

Why did you let him take me instead of Soo Ho?

Soo Ho is the oldest son.

Mom, what if I really turn into a terrible person?

How dare you?

How dare you tell that to your own mother?

I'm going to keep this to my grave.

It's evidence that you abandoned me.

I'm going to frame this, hang it up,

and look at this until I die.

How dare you keep mentioning death in front of me?

All you do is cause trouble. Be grateful I didn't disown you.

How dare you run your mouth?

I didn't send you away to his house.

How many times did I tell you it's just on papers?

I'm back.

- Fix me a meal. - Okay.

You must be so happy.

- You're the only child. - Did you not know?

- You knew? - How typical of you.

Goodness, come on.

(My Youngest Son)

The phone is turned off. You'll be connected to a voicemail box.

Hello, everyone. Nice to meet you.

- The restaurant serves rice soup... - Come in.

With beef leg bone broth. The portion has gotten bigger.

As the opening promotion,

we'll draw for winners who will receive free meal tickets.

(Yooksoodang)

You have to raise it higher.

People look at Mount Nam because it's high.

If it's low, who would see that?

Raise it high, so even the Blue House could see it.

There you go.

What is this? What are you doing?

Gosh, you let the servers run the restaurant for the morning.

Where's the owner? Look at the time!

- What is all this? - Can't you tell?

- What is all this? - Can't you tell?

I'm throwing you an opening party.

I opened the restaurant ages ago. What would I have an opening party?

You said you didn't have an opening party.

Besides, everyone has wedding receptions when they get married.

And when you open a business, you ought to have an opening party.

That's written in the Constitution.

Besides, we must spread the word...

of good restaurants for the greater good.

That's the principle of humanitarianism.

This is my restaurant.

You don't need to throw me a party. And I hate that you're doing this.

Get them out. Get them out of here.

- Hong Ran. - What?

I couldn't help you when you were opening up the restaurant.

Let me at least do this for you, so I feel a bit better about myself.

- I love you. - My goodness!

- Shut your mouth. - Come on.

- Shut your mouth. Shut it. - Stop it.

(Missed Calls)

I'm so popular.

(Mr. Mantis)

Shut your mouth. Shut it.

My goodness. Hello?

Gosh, Mr. Mantis. It's me, Angry Kang Ho.

Hey, whatever. I can't talk right now.

I'm getting beaten up.

Hong Ran, I told you to stop.

Where are you?

- Hong Ran, stop it. - I can't believe you.

Come on.

Let go.

If you hit me, your hands will hurt.

Okay, I got it. Let go of my hand.

Unclench your fist.

I love you.

I should sew up his lips or something.

My goodness, she's already lethal.

Do you have what I asked you?

Anyway, Judge Han, why did you lead such a clean life?

No one would hold a grudge against you.

I barely managed to put together a list.

Two people who were acquitted in the higher court...

after you ruled their first trial.

One person who committed suicide after the trial with you.

And the hired help by Hanyoung Group that ties up its loose ends.

"Hanyoung Group"?

Don't you remember that night?

After investigating the case from our end,

it is true that Lee Ho Sung assaulted the man.

If you find Lee Ho Sung guilty,

I'll show my gratitude another time.

Thank you for making the introduction.

But don't just introduce me to anyone from now on.

That night, you didn't show any respect for him.

Director Choi was very angry.

That happened?

I don't remember.

Regarding the bidding for the lot,

Osung and Hanyoung were at war.

But you abandoned Osung,

and chose Hanyoung.

How much do I owe you?

I don't need money.

I just need a favor.

Go ahead.