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Are you Alley?

Who gave you permission to look through my sketchbook?

Can you make time for me tonight?

Do you suddenly want to get to know me?

Mr. Shin, please.

Jung Min.

Ms. Lee asked me out on a date.

What kind of nonsense is that?

I told you not to cause trouble.

I'm not causing trouble.

Why do you keep hitting on Ms. Lee?

This is a workplace. It's not your playground.

Ms. Lee asked me to make time for her.

Mr. Shin.

You can't just interpret things however you want.

But that's how I understood it.

When a woman asks a guy to make time for her,

that means she wants to go on a date, right?

Okay, fine. Let's go on a date.

You're quite cunning.

You even know when to take your chances.

What's going on right now?

The reason I asked him to make time for me...

was because of the character sketch I saw...

on Mr. Shin's sketchbook.

"The character sketch"?

Jung Min's going to give me an earful for this.

Hey, tell me what's going on.

I'll explain. But it's a long story.

Okay, fine.

Ms. Lee.

It looks like A Jun had his reasons.

Let's go talk in my office.

Follow me.

Now cool your temper, and let's go.

Unbelievable.

So to sum it up, Bisang Textile needs...

A Jun's character sketch.

Meanwhile, A Jun, you don't want to give it to them?

What are you? A judge?

Will you try to be more serious?

I've already made myself clear.

The reason I entered Bisang Textile's contest...

was because I wanted an objective assessment of my sketch.

It's Seorin's affiliate...

and currently doing a joint project with Chung Group.

So I felt more comfortable about entering the contest.

Yes, I get what you intended.

But your actions are very unreasonable.

I know.

But I care more about myself than to be reasonable.

Does that answer everything?

Why did you have to look through my sketchbook and cause this mess?

I understand where you're coming from.

But things got really complicated for our company.

That's not my fault.

You're also partially responsible.

You entered the contest by sending in your portfolio.

But you leaked it without my permission.

That's inexcusable.

Hey, be nice.

I never leaked it.

The CEO of our client...

just happened to see your portfolio by coincidence.

I already told you this.

Did you not listen?

You were pretty much yelling at me, so it was hard to listen.

My gosh.

This conversation is going nowhere. It's impossible to talk to him.

Okay, guys.

Ms. Lee, calm down.

Now that you've both heard each other's thoughts,

let's put our emotions aside...

and try to come up with a solution.

There is no solution.

This could be a win-win for both of you.

Why don't you want to do it?

I'm not going to comment on that.

Starting from next week, you'll be joining her team...

and be put in charge of managing Chung Group,

which means you guys will be working as a team.

It's best to get along.

He's going to be in charge of managing Chung Group?

Chung Group hasn't officially appointed him yet.

So I wasn't able to tell you.

Chung Group is in charge of their personnel appointments.

Well, yes. But...

You're making it too obvious...

- that you feel uneasy about it. - Mr. Shin.

I can't force you to do...

what you don't want to do.

But will you least think about it...

instead of just turning me down?

It's a great opportunity for Bisang Textile.

Here's what I have to say to that.

That's your problem.

My goodness.

A Jun.

You said you want to learn how to manage a business, right?

Do you know what kind of mindset a business manager needs to have?

A business manager needs to be flexible.

You need to be open to different opinions...

and shouldn't ignore someone just because they think differently.

If you want to succeed, you need to learn how to listen.

You're such a nice guy, Jung Min.

That's why it's hard to hate you.

Okay then. Why don't we all relax and get back to the subject.

Director Seo, this is regarding Bisang Textile,

so I'll discuss it with Mr. Shin in private.

Oh, okay. That might be better.

Why don't we eat first?

I become a lot nicer once I'm full.

Thank you for helping, sir.

- You hate me, don't you? - You have no idea.

I'm starting to like you.

Because you didn't let Jung Min cross the line.

Are you a snob?

You're so full of yourself, aren't you?

Will you stop it already?

It seems like you have a lot of energy left, Ms. Lee.

Wait for me in the lobby. I'll pack up and meet you there.

You can't come to the board meeting?

No, I haven't heard about it yet.

Yes.

Then I'll ask A Jun for the power of attorney.

And I'll have A Jun join the TF team...

as the manager of Chung Group.

Yes.

Yes, of course.

Give me a minute.

Yes.

I was able to get out of the mud thanks to you, sir.

Yes, only 29 percent voted for my dismissal...

at the stockholders' meeting,

and 67 percent voted against it, so it got rejected.

The newly elected board members...

will do their best for the interest of the company.

Yes.

Now we just need to wait for the board...

to vote for the chairman.

Yes. I'll call you back with good news.

Yes. Okay, bye.

I heard people who have power only stay loyal...

to those who are still in power.

You need to become the chairman...

in order to become closer with Chairman Chung.

The best kind of partner...

is someone who can smile even in the worst situation.

And that kind of relationship is made, not found.

You worry about me so much,

so it'd be great to have you as my best business partner.

I'd like that too.

I'm sure Mr. Jang also feels the same way.

I heard he still hasn't received a date for his surgery.

No.

The donor's family still haven't made up their minds yet.

My goodness, there are so many things going on.

Don't be anxious. It'll all work out well.

By the way, how did things go with Director Hong?

I fixed an appointment with him today.

If you manage to convince him to stand on your side,

you will receive a total of 4 votes out of all 7 board members.

Chairman Chung, Director Jung, Director Hong,

and yourself.

You'll receive a majority vote and become the chairman.

So you must succeed in convincing Director Hong today.

Have you found a way to do that?

The only way to do that is to give him faith in me.

Having faith is like believing in something that hasn't been proven.

So all I can do is to show him how much I believe in Seorin.

And I think that will be enough.

I know how much you love to use standard tactics.

- Let's go. - Sure.

You're here to meet my nephew, Director Seo, right?

I came for a short while to give you advice.

Please keep it short. He'll be here any minute.

Seeing that you're here 15 minutes early,

it shows how diligent you are.

You haven't even ordered tea,

and that also shows how considerate you are.

But I see you're not so resolute.

Director Hong, if you want to see flowers bloom in spring,

you need to get rid of all the weak and unnecessary thorns.

Director Seo...

is very honest and good-natured. There's no doubt about that.

But...

just because someone has a good personality...

doesn't exactly make them a great leader.

On top of that, Director Seo greatly lacks...

the ability to stay level-headed...

and manage the company in a more realistic point of view.

And our stockholders wouldn't want that kind of leader.

Jung Min is here.

Yes, he came just in time.

I'll leave you to think about it. Call me if you're interested.

We have an apple farm, and I heard they're very nice and juicy.

I'll send a few boxes to your house.

My goodness, you look nice.

There are rules to a fight.

At least keep your manners.

Jung Min.

Manners are for waiters.

So many unexpected things are bound to happen in life.

Sorry. I have no choice but to stand on my mom's side.

You can't acquire anything without putting in any effort.

And I'm here today to put in my effort to convince you.

Take a seat, Director Seo.

I can't believe I'm doing this.

Have you forgotten already, or is it because you want to forget?

I told you I'll let you use that character sketch...

if you do three things for me.

I'm only doing all this...

because you're Chairman Chung's son.

I'm greatly indebted to him.

Then you should treat me even better.

You'd better shut your mouth before I lose it.

You're not the stereotypical type who thinks guys should always...

be the ones to carry heavy stuff, right?

I actually am.

Then use this chance to get rid of that stereotype.

What a rude jerk.

Right back at you.

My goodness.

Gosh, that looks good.

I did everything you asked without complaining.

So this time, it's your turn to listen to me.

The only reason I followed along to all this nonsense...

is because that's how badly...

we need your character sketch.

I know.

I'll just leave if you're going to interrupt.

You have a temper.

Okay. Sit down, please.

At first, I was going to turn down your absurd offer...

even if that cost us...

a once-in-a-lifetime chance to receive an investment.

But when you asked me to cook you seaweed soup,

I suddenly started to think that it might be your birthday.

During the past few days that I've known you,

you seemed like a very strange and rude person.

But I know one thing for sure.

I know that you truly care for Jung Min.

He thinks of you like a younger brother,

so I figured it wouldn't hurt to cook you seaweed soup.

So that's enough joking around. It's time you make up your mind.

I'm no longer going to let you drag me around.

I think I get why...

Jung Min likes you.

You have the ability to see what the other person truly wants.

This seaweed soup isn't for me.

It's for Alley.

That character sketch you want so badly...

was something I drew for Alley.

Why did you submit your portfolio using her name?

I may have drawn it, but it belongs to Alley.

Then do we need to ask her for permission?

That's why I asked you to cook seaweed soup.

It was to cherish my memories of my late friend.

That character sketch holds a lot of our memories,

so I didn't want to reveal it to the world.

Because I know my love for her is so worthless.

We all tend to be hypocritical.

You may not have wanted to reveal it to the world,

but I'm sure you also wanted to receive acknowledgement...

with that character you drew for Alley.

So that's why you entered the contest.

Bingo.

Are you going to stay and have seaweed soup with me?

(Jung Min)

Let's see if there's whiskey here.

Let's go.

Why don't we go somewhere nice and have some wine together?

You come here quite often.

We like the rolled omelets here.

Ms. Jo, I'm good friends with Ji Eun.

I even helped her take care of a patent issue...

for Bisang Textile.

Yes, it's always best to get along with everyone.

He works with Ji Eun, so you should be nice to him.

It's not that I don't like you. I just find you uncomfortable.

I know you're not Se Hoon,

but it's hard to think of you without him.

I'll try to do that though.

But only if you spend a lot of money here.

Things might get better if we keep running into each other,

so I'll come often.

Were you about to close?

Yes, we were about to go on a moonlit walk.

You can cook yourselves whatever you want from the fridge.

Just don't get too drunk.

You know where to put the key, right?

And don't forget to pay.

- Okay. - Okay.

Let's go.

By the way,

is Jung Min doing well?

He's busy because of all the board meetings.

I bought some of Seorin's shares to support him.

Do you think he'll get voted as the chairman?

Yes, I'm sure he will.

We met up with the director that he had to convince...

and successfully got him to support Director Seo.

He was going to come with us,

but he wanted to get some rest after having been quite nervous.

So he went straight home.

Forget our date. Let's go to the market.

He has no one to cook for him.

So we should make him some side dishes.

Gosh, what if it makes him feel uncomfortable?

Why would he feel uncomfortable? I won't be cooking for him.

You told me you think of him as a good friend.

Come on. Let's go.

It's always best to just listen to women.

- I'll see you guys. - Bye.

Why did he drink so much?

I think he's having a hard time.

Why is he having a hard time? He always does whatever he wants.

That's quite unpleasant to hear.

You may have the ability to control your feelings.

But others don't find it that easy.

Why are you so sensitive?

Maybe I've developed empathy for him.

What's that supposed to mean?

It doesn't mean anything.

Hey, it's Jung Min.

Hey, slow down.

Why didn't you answer my call?

You called?

Ms. Lee and I were having a lot of fun,

so I guess I didn't hear the phone ring.

She's really my type.

What? My goodness.

Don't forget the promise we made.

I always keep my promise.

A Jun, go on inside.

I need to talk to her.

Okay. It's cold. Don't take too long.

Dream of me.

I said I need to talk to you.

Let me talk first.

I think I made a mistake yesterday.

You once asked me...

if I know what my problem is.

And I think you're right. I really don't keep my promises...

when it comes to my emotions.

Here's what I thought today.

Some people sit in the movie theater and wait for an extra scene...

even after the movie ends.

I feel like that's what I'm doing.

We keep delaying our breakup even though it's over between us.

I don't think we should keep doing that...

both for your own sake and mine.

Okay. Do as you wish.

I'll be off now.

Drive safely.

Ji Eun.

I think love is about...

being able to take a step back for the person you love.

A willingness to bear with the pain all by myself.

So I've decided not to keep you locked up inside me.

If I can't get over you,

it might be better to let myself fall for you completely.

(Taesan University Hospital)

Doctor, does that mean the committee delayed the schedule...

to declare him braindead?

No, they didn't delay it.

His family no longer wishes to donate his organs.

That's absurd.

We try to encourage them to donate the organs,

but there are times when the donor or the families change their minds.

That's nonsense.

They can't do that now.

What about Se Hoon?

Mi Ran, don't get too worked up.

It's natural to change their minds.

Mr. Jang, I put you on the heart transplant waiting list again.

Don't give up yet.

If waiting is all I can do, I'll just have to wait.

Then can I get discharged?

It's suffocating to stay here.

Okay, you can get discharged today.

You need to receive painkillers,

so come see me regularly.

Se Hoon, we can't just give up like this.

I'll meet the guardian and try to convince them.

If they need money, I'll give them money.

If they ask for a house, I'll buy them a house.

I'll offer to give them everything they want.

It's illegal to meet the donor's family.

Who cares...

if it's illegal or not? What matters is that you live.

Now that I'm about to die, I feel more alive than ever.

And thinking about death makes me appreciate life.

But all that's left of me are my memories and dreams.

Stop being so weak.

You're William Jang, the man who achieved the American dream.

You became successful all on your own.

Successful?

I guess you could say I was successful.

But Mi Ran,

you know how they say people fail to succeed?

I disagree with that.

People don't fail to succeed.

It's just all about the process of how you succeed.

I can't stop thinking about...

all those people who got hurt due to my success.

I'm sorry, but you should go now.

I'd like to be alone.

I was very hesitant at first.

I didn't know if I should tell you about your son and Mr. Jang.

I thought about whether or not I should keep my mouth shut...

since Mr. Jang still needs to live.

I almost ended up giving my son's heart...

to the guy who betrayed my son.

If it weren't for you,

I would've been too ashamed...

to face my son after I died.

Ill-fated relationships are still bound by fate.

When I found out about this ridiculous incident,

I thought long and hard about it...

and decided to tell you since I'm also a mother myself.

Thank you.

You enabled me to do the least I could do for my son.

Please take this.

After he got betrayed by Jang Se Hoon,

my son spent the last seven years trying to develop...

a cosmetic line using natural medicine ingredients.

He worked so hard,

and he was getting ready for the launch.

But he ended up brain-dead...

without even getting a chance to show it to the world.

Thank you so much for telling me...

the truth.

I hope a miracle happens to your son.

(Director Choi Myung Hwa)

(Cosmetic Cherokee Technical Notebook)

Mr. Han, you deserve a raise.

You brought me a hidden card.

I thought it was strange.

He used to run a furniture studio, but he suddenly became successful...

by developing a natural cosmetic brand.

Jang Se Hoon should pay the consequences...

for having rolled around in the mud.

Those who succeed by stealing from others...

deserve to lose everything.

Jang Se Hoon is no different from Seo Mun Su.

That's probably why Seo Mun Su scouted Jang Se Hoon...

to be the CEO of Seorin Group.

Like knows like.

You have an amazing hunch.

That's why we can't let Jang Se Hoon live.

If he holds hands with Jung Min and supports him,

we won't be able to take over Seorin.

Do you think Se Hoon became rich by selling cosmetics?

He bought the shares of insolvent corporations...

or those who had no ability to defend themselves...

along with corporate raiders and gained marginal profit.

Se Hoon once told me...

that he used to be cowardly and weak...

for telling himself that money wasn't important.

He told me he decided to have control over money...

once he acknowledged that money is what controls our lives.

He realized how valuable money is,

so I guessed he wouldn't have gained his wealth using a normal route.

Then why did he hold hands with Director Seo? Is that a trick?

I don't think it's a trick.

They say people feel the urge to do something nice before they die.

If he holds hands with Jung Min,

Se Hoon will help him with the funding.

So we'll have to push him off the cliff.

By the way, Mr. Han.

Park Gwang Cheol, the guy who used to take care of...

Chairman Seo's slush funds...

Wasn't he Ji Eun's father's right-hand man?

Yes, he was the head of the finance team.

What's interesting is that he was the one who recommended...

Jang Se Hoon as the CEO of Seorin.

I can't believe I didn't notice that.

I can tell that there's a connection between the two.

I'll look into it.

Okay.

Jung Min.

Can you make me a cup of coffee so I can sober up?

A Jun.

I thought about this all night,

and I feel like I should tell you this...

to prevent us from having any problems.

Ji Eun...

is the woman I love.

But it's over between you guys.

Can't I love her now that you're no longer dating?

(Phoenix 2020)

Ji Eun is Jung Min's weakness.

We should put a tail on her.

You'll become the vice-chairwoman.

And you'll become the chairwoman.

I'll buy the house right now.

I want you out of here as soon as possible.

Let's write up a contract.

We have a problem.

We've noticed something unusual among the board members.

It's about Ms. Lee.