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That'll be 24,000 won.

What? Do you seriously expect me to pay?

I paid for the steak,

-so you should pay for this. -As if.

Pay up before you eat.

Are you out of your mind?

"You don't deserve a good life, do you?"

You must've cursed me because I'm not doing too well.

My dad was discharged, but I don't know where he is.

I don't know what I should do or if I even have a future.

So pay up.

You must've gone completely insane,

haven't you?

Then I'll report you.

You bastard.

You're dead meat tonight.

Chae-rok!

My goodness. What's going on here?

Let go of him. Chae-rok, are you okay?

Who says you can butt in?

I'm…

I'm… Chae-rok's manager.

-His manager? -Yes.

What manager?

Oh, I did hear that you do ballet or something,

but I didn't know you have this old geezer follow you around.

Wow, impressive, really.

You two make a perfect team.

Let me ask you something.

Are you aware that this bastard's father went to prison for assault?

Shouldn't his manager know that much?

His father beat me up and ruined my life!

It's not like Chae-rok hit you.

He didn't do anything wrong. So why are you doing this to him?

Am I wrong?

You see what I mean?

-Let's go, Mr. Sim. -Okay.

Where are you going?

You told me to pay up.

Do some ballet on the billiard table, and I'll pay for the food.

-What? -You can't?

-So why did you act up? -Calm down.

-I'll treat you the way I want, -Hey.

-and you'll do as I say. -Calm down.

-I'll treat you the way I want, -What?

and you'll do as I say. Get on the table and dance!

-That's enough. -Let go!

Calm down, both of you.

-You son of a… -I'll dance.

I'll dance.

-I'll dance. -What?

On one condition.

Play a round of billiards with me.

If you win, I'll dance on the table.

If I win, you'll apologize to Chae-rok.

Deal?

Are you senile?

TRADITIONAL CHINESE RESTAURANT

What's taking them so long?

EPISODE 3

Damn it.

Is he a professional?

Oh, no.

What is it?

I forgot my phone.

Go ahead, Chae-rok.

Gosh, you're ruining my appetite.

What?

Chae-rok isn't that kind of person.

What are you talking about?

He's not someone who can be forced to dance on the billiard table for money.

Even an old geezer like me can see that.

-So-- -Seriously! So what do you want?

Leave Chae-rok alone.

Don't laugh.

Chae-rok is going to soar like an eagle.

My dear. It started raining.

But thanks to that, you waited for me.

Hold on.

I was expecting you to say, "I didn't wait for you!"

-Put this on. -Okay.

Is this the only one? What about you?

Stop talking and put it on, or you'll catch a cold.

All right. But let me drive.

Don't be ridiculous.

-Fine. Let's go. -Let's go.

That bastard won't be able to soar.

I'm going to break his wings.

When did you learn how to play billiards?

What did you say?

I said, when did you learn how to play billiards?

Back in the day, there wasn't much to do after work.

So me and my colleagues would sometimes go play billiards.

"Sometimes"? And you're that good at it?

Anyway, are you going to tell Mr. Ki that I filled in as a deliveryman today?

I already did.

What?

Gosh!

This takes me back.

What is it again?

I mean, I didn't expect much from Mr. Sim.

I just want Chae-rok to get his act together.

But if he doesn't change, I'm sending him back to school.

Just so you know.

When you told me you were going to teach Chae-rok, I laughed it off.

Remember what you said to me when I asked you to teach Bom?

You said you'd rather quit ballet than teach.

But I understood the moment I saw Chae-rok.

He could do the kind of ballet that you always wanted to do.

I thought you had given up all hope when you got injured and retired.

But I was wrong.

It doesn't have to be me, does it?

In addition to working at a steakhouse, you deliver Chinese food, too?

I was just filling in for a day.

I won't do it again.

So you've done it before?

You've been working two jobs?

I mean…

Are you out of your mind?

And you're telling me you're in a slump?

Do you think you can become a ballet dancer by dancing half-heartedly?

Is there any ballet company that would welcome you now?

So many dancers are pushed out of the spotlight overnight.

And you've never even been in the spotlight yet!

Don't you know your priorities?

Chae-rok, just say you're sorry.

Mr. Ki, calm down and--

Bom, stay out of this. Mind your own business.

Mr. Ki, I'm sure Chae-rok understands what you're trying to say.

I said, stay out of this, you two!

Do you have anything to say?

What do you want? Do you want to do this or not?

-Mr. Ki, I think-- -Will you shut up?

Oh…

Mr. Sim, my apologies.

This is the first time I've had someone older than me at the studio.

I made a terrible mistake. I'm sorry.

Don't worry. I understand.

Anyway, why don't you stop scolding Chae-rok now?

Okay.

Follow me.

Traitor.

Why do you think I made you teach that old man?

Because I really want him to do ballet?

I couldn't care less.

I'm just using him to change you.

But if you keep this up, I don't need him.

I'm only wasting his time.

So what do you want to do?

I'll work harder.

Starting this evening, practice alone.

You're going to practice alone?

It's all my fault.

Are you sure you don't need a more proper meal?

I can't jump when I'm full.

I see.

You "can't jump when you're full."

Then let me know if you get hungry while practicing.

I'll get you a lunchbox.

Just go home.

-Still, I'm your manager. I should stay-- -Forget it.

Go home and stretch some more. I'll check tomorrow.

"Can't jump when full."

Chae-rok, wait for me. Hey!

Wait for me! Hey, Chae-rok!

Chae-rok.

Gosh, you're burning up. Have you been practicing?

Do you think I sleep all day like you?

Hey, I woke up at 6 a.m. and played football before coming here.

But I got a red card.

Again? You crazy idiot.

What kind of goalie gets a red card in every game?

I could've sworn the referee wasn't looking.

He's a human VAR or something.

Anyway, Ho-beom, that jerk's been quiet.

I was sure he'd come back.

You're right.

"You're right"?

Doesn't this concern you?

Also, don't let that jerk walk all over you.

Keep your shoulders back. Be confident.

My gosh.

It's not like Chae-rok hit you.

He didn't do anything wrong. So why are you doing this to him?

Leave Chae-rok alone.

Chae-rok is going to soar like an eagle.

I don't have a reservation?

I definitely made a reservation three days ago.

It was a woman who took my reservation.

I even checked if the dishes were available.

My goodness. This is absurd.

Can you check again?

I'm sorry, sir. Let me go check…

Excuse me. I…

Is something wrong, Chae-rok?

-I-- -I made a mistake.

I must have missed it.

I'm sorry, sir. I'll get you a table right away.

-I told you. -Please come this way.

Let's go.

Damn.

What are you doing?

I'm washing my socks.

You could have used the washing machine. What's gotten into you?

Go home and stretch some more. I'll check tomorrow.

-Goodness. -Gosh.

What's with you?

-My goodness. -Seriously.

Is something wrong with your foot?

-Thank you. -Thank you.

Thank you very much.

Excuse me.

Why did you do that?

I mean, earlier.

I'm the one who made a mistake. Why did you…

I'm just a part-timer.

It's no big deal if I get in a little trouble with the manager.

But you're different.

Well, if this is about the other day, I was--

I was out of line that day.

I apologize.

If someone said to me to give up ballet

and find something else to do, I'd get mad.

I can't quit ballet no matter what.

Thanks for what you did earlier.

See you tomorrow.

Ballet?

So he does ballet.

Try again.

Again.

Open up your legs!

Focus.

Try again.

MR. SIM

Are you still sleeping? This is your wake-up call.

Hello?

Chae-rok. Is something wrong?

I don't know. I don't feel well.

You must have caught a cold.

Are you okay? Have you taken any medicine yet?

Hang up so I can go back to sleep.

Practice alone today.

I'll check your stretches tomorrow.

That's not important right now.

Hello? Chae-rok?

-Put this on. -Okay.

Is this the only one? What about you?

Stop talking and put it on, or you'll catch a cold.

What is it so early in the morning?

Chae-rok wouldn't like it.

He can't just do what he likes.

Anyway, I need your help.

What's in it for me?

I'll give your toaster back.

It's all yours.

Buy me an 8K TV.

Forget it.

Fine, I'll cut you some slack. How about…

a 900L side-by-side fridge with an ice dispenser?

Are you getting married? Are you making a gift list or what?

It's Mr. Sim. What could it be?

Hello, Mr. Sim.

Sorry?

Goodness, you look haggard.

What are you doing here? How did you find my place?

What else? I was worried about you.

You live alone and have no one to look after you.

My, you're burning up.

-Take some medicine first. -I'm fine. Just leave.

-You're not fine. -Come on!

Chae-rok!

Why did you ignore my texts?

-Oh, hello. -Hi.

Hey, it's him right? The man I saw in front of the restaurant.

So he's your manager? I like that.

Hey, you don't even know him.

He looks like a nice person.

-Chae-rok. -Oh…

Do you have any pots?

What do you need pots for?

I'll make you some porridge. You should eat before taking medicine.

It doesn't matter.

I'll order some porridge.

Porridge should be made with care.

You don't have to order anything, but can you lend me a hand?

Make sure you finish all of it, okay?

That's going to be impossible.

Gosh, this porridge…

Couldn't he have come together? How frustrating.

Everyone, I am not giving up here.

Your support is forever engraved in my heart.

I will repay all of you by winning the next election.

Our next campaign won't end with tears of sadness but tears of joy.

I will persevere and come back stronger!

-Byun Yeong-il! -Byun Yeong-il!

-Thank you so much. -Byun Yeong-il!

-Byun Yeong-il! -Thank you.

-Byun Yeong-il! -Byun Yeong-il!

-Byun Yeong-il! -Byun Yeong-il!

BYUN YEONG-IL HARD-WORKING FOR THE PEOPLE!

Where's Father?

No idea. He went out early this morning and isn't picking up his phone.

I have no idea what he's up to these days.

I saw that you sent me more money.

Pay Seong-san back with that money so that he'll leave you alone.

Mother, would you like some makgeolli?

Goodness, you're an embarrassment.

Right, you good-for-nothing politician?

What are you talking about, honey?

Honey, how about I apply for college?

What?

A guy in my hiking group

thinks that I keep losing elections because I didn't go to college.

The more I think about it, the more sense it makes.

People in this country care about those things.

I still have to figure out how to pay the tuition,

but do you think your brother could help?

Mom.

Is it okay if I get a divorce?

What?

Mom, take this.

-I have money. -I know.

-Mother, get home safely. -Okay.

Please drive carefully.

Take care, Mom.

Honey, I'll find a way to pay the tuition.

-Will you be quiet? -Honey.

OH JOONG-SIK ORTHOPEDIC CLINIC

It's from the orthopedic clinic?

Oh, I can explain.

OH JOONG-HUI TRADITIONAL KOREAN MEDICINE CLINIC

Traditional cold medicine from an orthopedic clinic?

Cold medicine?

Well, I'm an orthopedist.

But you're still Chae-rok's doctor.

-Could you help? -No, I'm an orthopedist.

Yes, I know. You're an orthopedist.

With no other clinics or pharmacies open,

Chae-rok is very sick, but you're an orthopedist.

Gosh, why are you an orthopedist?

Oh, I know. Let me see. How about this?

I stole this from the third floor so I could take it when I catch a cold.

I finished the porridge and took the medicine, so leave now.

I need more sleep.

I'll leave once you fall asleep.

Don't be ridiculous.

Se-jong, you should leave, too.

-What about work? -I called the manager.

Okay, thanks.

Go in and sleep some more.

Bye then.

SON

HOW ARE YOU?

HWANG YE-WON NOVEMBER 1, 1974 - JANUARY 20, 2016

What? Why is he still here?

You're up already. You could sleep more.

What is this?

You'll recover more quickly if your environment is clean.

Oh, I used one of your garbage bags.

I also did some laundry. Fold the clothes when they're dry.

I mopped the living room, too.

-The fridge-- -I get it. Just leave.

Oh, and I made some beef porridge.

I said, leave. I'll see you at the studio.

Also…

I made some plum tea. Give it a try.

According to Living to 100,

plum tea is great when you have a cold.

-That TV show again? Okay, Just leave. -All right.

One more thing.

Heat up the porridge before eating.

Hey, I'm leaving.

Yes, please do.

PLUM SYRUP

EAT CARROTS AND CUCUMBERS

LEFTOVER ABALONE PORRIDGE

DON'T FORGET TO EAT FRUITS

KEEP IT UP!

KEEP IT UP, MY SON!

Why are you doing this to me?

Everyone, back to the camp!

-Yes! -Yes!

Let's go! Hurry up!

Be careful!

-Coach Shin. -Yes?

I have to visit Seoul this afternoon. Is that okay?

Why? Did something happen?

No, nothing happened. I just have something to do.

Sure, go ahead.

-Okay. Thanks. -No problem.

The peony and the pine?

That means joy and news will arrive.

Is Seong-gwan going back to the hospital?

Did you hear anything from Seong-gwan?

Well, not really.

It can't be anything else.

Why didn't you pick up your phone all day yesterday?

Yeong-il's campaign ended. Why couldn't you come with me

and say some encouraging words to him?

I didn't want to embarrass him. He would've felt pressured.

I doubt he would ever.

He might seem happy-go-lucky, but he's a thoughtful man.

Thoughtful, my foot.

Where are you going now?

You know Han-cheol, right? The one who delivers hamburgers.

He wants to see me.

He's been saying he'd buy me makgeolli. I guess today is the day.

-Okay. -See you.

I couldn't use Han-cheol as an excuse every day.

I wonder if Chae-rok is feeling any better.

I'll have to practice alone today.

Chae-rok.

Hi.

What are you doing here? You need rest.

-Are you okay? -Yes.

Are you sure?

The plum tea did help a lot.

Right?

Keep your shoulders down.

Turn out your legs.

Mr. Sim.

Yes?

You do know it's too late for you to become a dancer, right?

Yes.

So why do you want to do ballet?

Did you mean it when you said you wanted to be on stage?

Why?

I want to soar

at least once in my lifetime.

The Sevilla Competition?

Yes, it has the longest history and produced numerous stars.

I know that,

but it's not like I'm going to apply for college again.

I want you to perform at the Palais Garnier next year.

What?

I know you don't like competitions,

but just show them the kind of ballet you pursue. That's enough.

Let's start there.

Forget it. All they care about is technique.

I'm not interested. It's stupid.

"Stupid"? Who's the stupid one here?

Ms. Eun.

You even failed to get into the National Ballet.

How can you be so relaxed?

Did you two plan this together?

What's going on?

Why are your dreams so small?

You never know how far you can go until you try.

Do you lack confidence?

-Is this all you've got? -No.

What have you been teaching him for the past four years?

Me?

Why is this my fault? You're his teacher, too.

I taught him for only one year.

Your job is to bring out his potential.

Did you take in a stray dog? This is negligence.

A "stray dog"?

"Negligence"? I'm neglecting him?

Can you deny it? Then what is he doing at this shabby studio?

-What's shabby about it? -Why hasn't he debuted yet?

It's all your fault. You're responsible for it.

You arrogant narcissist.

-What? -Do you know why I asked you to teach Bom?

What? Why did you?

-Mr. Ki, please-- -You were just screwing me over.

-Calm down-- -Stay out of this.

You have no sense of responsibility. You're not a teacher.

Did you think teaching would be easy? Is this a joke to you?

-What did you say? -His future is on the line.

How can you call yourself a teacher? You don't deserve to.

-You're not qualified! -I don't think so!

Think about it!

-Listen. -Teaching is not as easy as you think.

Who gives you the right to lecture me?

Forget it. Just quit. Enough is enough!

-Hey. -Shouldn't we try to stop them?

Let them be.

Okay.

Shoulders down.

Engage your abs.

Do you think he bought it?

Absolutely.

So that's Mr. Sim?

Hey, what did you mean earlier? About why you asked me to teach Bom.

Was there any special reason?

No, it was just to screw you over.

I knew it.

You're evil.

Cut it out. Now, go buy me that fridge you promised.

Gosh, it's dusty.

What are these?

They're certainly not mine.

What are these?

My dear, these panties would barely cover anything.

What are you doing?

I'm washing my socks.

Mr. Sim, starting today, we'll go into more detail.

Hold the bar.

Not like that. With your thumb on top,

rest your hand lightly on the bar. Try again.

Turn out your legs. Keep your heels together.

Tighten your abs.

En bas.

Tighten your back.

Follow your hand with your eyes.

Raise your arm. Eyes straight ahead.

Eyes straight ahead.

Put your arm down.

There you go.

Try it on your own.

Eyes straight ahead. And then…

Put your arm down.

-Why are you smiling? -Nothing.

Shoulders down.

Raise your arm. Keep your shoulders down.

Care to explain?

Oh, that's…

Explain.

You're doing what?

Are you…

going senile?

What?

Have you lost your mind?

Are you seriously telling me you're doing ballet?

-Honey. -How old are you?

Don't you remember celebrating your 70th birthday with your children?

I wanted to give it a try before it's too late.

Does that make sense to you?

Can't you just go hiking and go to the movies with me and such?

Why make a fool of yourself in this ridiculous outfit?

Grow old gracefully.

What on earth has gotten into you?

Hae-nam, hear me out first.

I should have known better.

What joy and news was I expecting?

I don't want to hear any more. End of discussion. I've made myself clear.

Don't you say another word.

Why are you so mad?

I just want to try it out, that's all.

Honey.

Hae-nam, please. Don't do that.

This is unacceptable.

Think about what Seong-san will say.

Don't cause our children any trouble.

Just watch some TV at home,

take walks, and grow old gracefully.

Excuse me.

Can I help you?

-Yes. -Who is it for?

A girlfriend?

-Or… -It's my mom's birthday.

I see.

In that case, I recommend flowers that are not too colorful.

How about these?

Slow down.

Have you been doing well?

Are you even interested?

If you were concerned about me,

you wouldn't have left for Daecheon after just one call.

Don't you think?

Chae-rok.

Have I been doing well?

No.

Just look at my face. What do you think?

Even a total stranger can tell that I'm not well just looking at me.

Why can't you?

You're my family, so why can't you?

Eun-ho, do you have a minute?

I don't want you to feel pressured.

I just thought I should at least ask.

You majored in English literature, after all.

Well, yes.

If you're too busy, never mind.

Give it to me.

Are you sure? Can you do it?

-Yes. -Thank you so much.

When should I be finished with it?

The sooner, the better.

I understand.

Hey, I have some translations to do.

Wait, what?

What are you doing here, Uncle?

I'm the one who introduced you to this place.

And she's my friend.

That's right. I keep forgetting.

My dad told me not to get too close to you.

We're not close.

I'm afraid we might.

Are you still studying English?

It's the branch manager's thesis.

Report her.

After I get the job.

I can't fail. I'll pass with the highest score.

Like father, like daughter.

You got the job?

I did.

So?

I'm starting next week.

All right. If you're so determined, go ahead.

Fine, I give you my permission.

But remember one thing.

You must continue to fulfill your duty as my wife and Eun-ho's mom.

That's the condition.

You're funny, Seong-san.

Why would I need your permission?

What?

I'm trying to meet you halfway. Can't you compromise a little?

Did you compromise 20 years ago?

When you can't even understand your own husband,

how are you going to counsel the employees?

Pretend you don't know me at work.

Ae-ran.

Hey! Wait…

This is ridiculous.

SIM SEONG *** TRANSFERRED 5,000,000 WON TO YOUR ACCOUNT

Is this brat serious?

SEONG-SUK

The phone is turned off. Leave a message…

MOM

Mr. Sim.

Chae-rok.

Why are you here at this hour?

That's right. You're going to practice alone, right?

Yes. What about you?

I had nowhere else to go.

Want to go up to the rooftop?

Nice view.

So you had a fight with your wife?

Yes. I didn't expect her to get so upset.

Mr. Sim, what are you going to do if she doesn't change her mind?

Then I'll have to keep it a secret from her.

Chae-rok, I've realized something after all these years.

You only live once, not twice.

When I was nine, my father didn't allow me to dance.

Now, my wife is trying to stop me.

To be honest, that doesn't scare me.

What really scares me is

that someday, I might not be able to do what I want

or don't even remember what I want to do anymore.

That's why this moment is precious to me.

I'm not going to hesitate.

I'm going to give it my all.

Why did you want to see me so early in the morning?

I'll enter the competition.

You mean Sevilla?

Yes.

You want me to get into a foreign ballet company, right?

Winning a prize would raise my chance.

That's exactly right. Once you get more experience in the wider world--

I also want to perform at the Palais Garnier like you did.

Also, about Mr. Sim…

You might not be interested in him learning ballet,

but I am.

Just so you know.

I'm off.

Mr. Sim, why are you in your sweat suit? Where are your ballet clothes?

Well…

My wife cut them to pieces with scissors,

and I haven't gotten around to buying a new set.

So she doesn't know you're here?

No.

Just take the bull by the horns.

"Take the bull by the horns"?

Give me your phone.

Go over there and hold the bar.

Remember the position you learned yesterday?

Your right arm en haut, and your legs in passé.

Tighten your abs. Shoulders down.

There you go.

Does it look good?

You should share it here. Do it.

What do you mean? The picture? Here?

Yes.

Are you ashamed of doing ballet?

No, that's not it.

Then just do it.

Wouldn't it make my family worry?

Just worry about yourself.

-Wouldn't they get shocked? -Ballet is meant to be shocking--

Who were you when you told me you wanted to do ballet?

What are you so scared of? Aren't you going to give it your all?

Okay.

I'll take the bull by the horns.

FAMILY CHAT ROOM

FAMILY CHAT ROOM

Father?

That's so cool.

-Are you coming in later? -Honey.

I see. I'll call you back.

What is it?

What is this?

My wife won't speak to me.

Honey. Where are you going?

They're all like that at first. Be confident.

You can do it.

Wait. Are you quitting?

I've decided to put all my energy into something like you do.

You're entering the competition? You're truly incredible.

He wants to do ballet at his age? How ludicrous is that?

Why are you doing this?

I'll stop, honey.

Subtitle translation by: Min-jin Kim