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NAVILLERA

This program is rated 15.

What am I doing?

Say hi. He'll be teaching you ballet starting today.

He's Lee Chae-rok, a ballet dancer.

Despite his looks,

he got into the School of Dance a year after starting ballet.

Hey, say hello.

This is Mr. Sim Deok-chul, and he'll learn ballet from you.

No. Why would I do that? Have you gone insane?

I'm in your hands, Mr. Lee.

-You won't learn anything from me! -And one more thing.

He'll be your manager starting today.

-Check how much he's practiced, -Yes, sir.

what he eats before the audition, if he's injured,

-and his condition. -Yes, sir.

But most of all,

make sure he doesn't do anything foolish.

-Yes, sir. -And call me if he does.

-Yes, sir. -Mr. Ki!

I'll do my best. Thank you, sir.

I'll do my best.

EPISODE 2

I don't want to.

Why would I teach that old man? Are you seriously crazy?

-You don't want to? -Isn't it obvious?

-Then go back to the School of Dance. -What?

What? This is my private studio,

and I've been teaching you for free for the past four years.

But I can't do that anymore.

You're the one who refused to get paid.

I was willing to pay, but you said it wasn't right to make your pupil pay.

And what? You want me to go back to school just because of that old man?

Does that make sense? You know why I took a break from school.

Then you can leave.

Mr. Ki…

I have so much work to do. This is a waste of time.

I can take care of myself.

Exactly how?

Don't fool yourself.

You're no big shot.

Are you serious about this?

Fine, I'll do it.

But I have one condition.

Balancing on a sus-sous.

Okay?

If you manage to master this in a week,

I'll teach you ballet.

You need to do it for a minute.

Hey, that's too difficult.

He's pretty old.

I'll only be motivated to teach him once I see potential.

Don't you think so?

Yes. I'll give it a try.

That's absurd, sir.

It isn't as easy as it seems.

Come up with something reasonable.

He said he'll do it.

Don't worry. I can do it.

Are you sure?

Why can't I do it?

Is it too slippery?

Goodness.

Goodness.

Why am I already out of breath? I'm in trouble.

I thought we were friends, so why am I always the one calling to meet up?

How are you even doing these days?

I'd like to ask you the same question.

I've been doing well. I've been great.

I even slept for two hours last night.

I'm even having a tasty sandwich for a late lunch.

Gosh, I'm really happy these days.

Fine, you do that. Be as happy as you want.

By the way, didn't you say you were filming something?

A documentary.

It's looking good.

Is he sleeping?

Right, a documentary. What's it about?

You wouldn't get it.

MOM

Why isn't he picking up when he has nothing better to do?

Thank you so much. We will continue to be with you through thick and thin.

I am the wife of Byun Yeong-il, Candidate Number Seven.

Hold on.

7, UNAFFILIATED, BYUN YEONG-IL

MOM

Mom, what is it? Is it urgent?

Take some seaweed soup.

Okay. I'll call you back later.

Goodness.

I forgot to tell her that I wired the money.

I SENT THE MONEY GOOD LUCK

Okay. There we go.

Seong-san.

SEONG-SAN

What's the point of having three kids when none of them are there for you?

What will I do with all this seaweed soup?

Would you pick up if my life was at stake?

You're not the only ones who are busy. I'm busy too.

Honey, your food's ready.

I said, your food's ready.

At least the mirror didn't break.

Good going.

Why would you smash your face into the mirror?

Well…

Go meet with Seong-gwan.

What? Why?

"Why?" How could you say that when he quit his job as a doctor

and has been doing nothing for years on end?

Every time I think of him, I just want to die.

Ask him about his future plans

and if he's open to the idea of going back to the hospital.

-He quit because he didn't like it. -Still, how could he?

I'm sick of being a mom to our kids who don't even pick up,

so should I quit too?

I'm even more sick of being your wife, so should I quit that too?

Never mind. I'll meet with him. I'll do that.

Say something foolish to him, and I'll never cook for you ever again.

I doubt he'll go back to the hospital.

-What? -I'll meet with him.

Did I tell you that a friend of mine from college works at your headquarters?

No. It's news to me.

He said that excellent employees get the chance to go abroad.

After five years at that company, get an MBA abroad.

I'm not even a full-time employee yet.

Are you not confident?

That's not it. I'm just saying we shouldn't get ahead of ourselves.

I just started working as an intern.

When I first started working, I already knew how far up I'd go.

I don't expect the same from you.

But you should at least be ambitious.

Be alert.

I am already on alert enough.

Eun-ho, how could you…

Hi, Mom.

Where have you been?

We agreed to having a family dinner at least once a week.

I had a job interview.

What?

KEEP IT UP!

YOU CAN DO IT, MY SON!

SON, FOOD'S IN THE FRIDGE I LOVE YOU

KEEP IT UP!

YOU CAN DO IT! I LOVE YOU, MY SON

Mu-yeong!

It's a bit shabby.

I'm in no position to be picky.

They'll call you a guidance counselor, but you're pretty much a housefather.

The soccer team was formed only a year ago,

so there's still a lot to be done.

Come this way.

This is your room.

Thanks.

Is Chae-rok doing well?

Did you call him?

Yes.

You should unpack and rest up.

Here. My wife prepared this.

Rest up.

Sir, are you okay?

Yes, I am. I'm fine.

Goodness. Oh, dear.

Goodness.

Gosh.

Goodness.

Is my ab strength the problem, not my legs?

One.

One.

What's gotten into him this morning?

Could it be because of Gyo-seok?

Make sure you see Seong-gwan today.

Okay!

I should've started ten years ago.

Gosh, this darn, old body. Goodness.

Lee Chae-rok.

You only drink iced Americano.

You're becoming more and more like Seung-joo.

That's an insult.

That's what he said too.

Why are you here?

You left this place because it was boring. Why did you come back?

Do you also think…

that I won't make it?

He's driving me mad.

He suddenly appointed an old man as my manager

and told me to go back to school.

I have no idea what's going through his head.

He keeps pressuring me.

Why can't he trust me? I've been doing well so far.

How can you prove that?

You haven't improved at all.

That's because…

Seung-joo was a principal dancer at your age.

Do you think he was born that way? No.

Everyone dubbed him "the Ballet Prodigy" and "the Ballet Genius,"

yet he practiced for 16 hours every single day.

He practiced at school and even on his own.

After doing that, he finally came to know

what kind of ballet he wanted to pursue.

What about you?

What brings you all the way here?

What?

No reason.

Have you been well, Seong-gwan?

Did Mom send you?

Is it that obvious?

Give me your phone.

-Smile. -Okay.

Get home safely.

You should at least pick up her calls.

I can't stand her talking about the hospital anymore.

Then keep telling her.

Tell her you're happy right now.

Then she'll give up sooner or later.

I'll get going then.

He left ages ago. Why haven't I heard from him yet?

Goodness.

Goodness!

Oh, dear. You should've told me you were here.

I just wanted to sit down for a while.

What is it this time?

It's nothing.

I had lunch nearby, so I decided to stop by.

This was always my seat.

I was scared for no reason.

Exactly. You have nothing to worry about.

Eun-ho got into that large company,

Ae-ran finally finished her studies,

and you always handle yourself.

Seong-suk and Seong-gwan are the problem.

Here it is.

What is it?

Your dad ran an errand for me today.

Make sure you take some seaweed soup.

Don't bother to pack it.

Mom.

The number you have called cannot be reached.

You will be redirected to voicemail after the tone.

She's already at the interview.

Why did it have to be my workplace of all places?

Does Ae-ran want to work?

-Hello, Father. -Hey.

Yes, she does.

I have no idea what has gotten into her.

And it's my workplace.

It was hers too.

That was 20 years ago.

Maybe she's been wanting to go back for the past two decades.

I wonder how old Eun-ho was back then.

Your mom had cooked some beef leg bone broth for Ae-ran.

She had wanted to leave it at the front door,

but that was when she heard Eun-ho crying.

She went inside just to check.

Eun-ho was crying hysterically,

but Ae-ran wasn't there.

She hurriedly picked Eun-ho up.

Then she saw Ae-ran crying on the balcony.

She's finally free.

Don't try to haul everything yourself.

Don't try to control her. Let her be.

Just do your part.

-Father, have you been working out? -What?

No, I haven't. Not at all.

All I do is breathe.

Seong-suk needs to take some seaweed soup as well.

Goodness. What's wrong with you?

He's pretty old.

I'll only be motivated to teach him once I see potential.

Am I being too greedy

for my old age?

Tomorrow's the day.

Whenever you're ready.

Okay.

START

Hey, Sim Deok-chul.

How could a mailman get the address wrong?

I'm sorry.

I'll give you one week to memorize all the addresses and their locations.

For this entire neighborhood?

He's been snooping around here for a few days.

-He's creeping me out. -Show me your ID.

He's crazy.

Sir, you did it.

Are you okay?

Yes.

You did well.

Thank you.

-Are you all right? -Yes.

KI SEUNG-JOO

-Why do you keep calling? What is it? -Hey.

The elderly man did it.

What?

He maintained balancé for a whole minute.

Can you believe it? Gosh.

Hello?

Hello?

Did she hang up on me? Gosh.

Were you an athlete when you were young?

No.

I could never do it at home. Today was my first time succeeding.

I still can't believe I did it.

Anyway, thank you so much for agreeing to teach me, sir.

Don't call me sir. Don't address me that way.

You should drop the honorifics.

How could I when you're my teacher?

Then what should I call you? Mr. Lee?

No, just call me Chae-rok.

Okay. Chae-rok.

I really don't understand why you want to learn ballet at your age.

-I'll see you at 9 a.m. tomorrow. -Well…

I know it won't come true.

But I would like to perform on stage at least once.

For Swan Lake.

Sure. Okay.

I'm in your care.

Sir. I mean, Chae-rok.

Where do you buy those? Ballet clothes.

Excuse me. How old is your grandson?

Sorry? Well…

It's not for my grandson.

Then your granddaughter? Then…

Well…

It's for me. Could you recommend some?

Sorry? It's for you?

Are you in there?

I said, are you in there?

Yes. I have an upset stomach.

Goodness. I'm seriously constipated.

No.

-Gosh. What were you doing in there? -Goodness.

Is your stomach upset? Do you want some plum tea?

No, it's okay.

Let me empty the trash.

I BOUGHT SOME CLOTHES THANKS TO YOU. SEE YOU TOMORROW.

I BOUGHT SOME CLOTHES THANKS TO YOU. SEE YOU TOMORROW.

What?

How does he know my number?

What? What is it?

I won't try too hard. I'll make him give up on his own.

It'll be one month at most.

What are you talking about?

Never mind.

Hey, is that obnoxious customer coming today?

He only comes on Fridays.

Really?

What would you know? You always came last in class.

You little… Hey, you talk too much for someone who's short.

Do you want a beating from this short guy?

Darn it.

Hold on.

Right. Chae-rok.

-Yes. -Make sure there are enough napkins.

-Yes, sir. -Sir, have some coffee.

-You drink iced coffee, right? -Yes, thanks.

Thank you.

I brought some Kaoliang liquor, your favorite.

Gyo-seok.

I'll be learning ballet starting tomorrow.

DECEASED, LEE GYO-SEOK

-What are you doing? -What?

Do you want to break your bones?

-Go grab a mat. -Okay.

We're going to stretch first. Straighten your back.

Does it hurt?

No. Not one bit.

Does it really not hurt?

I'm fine.

Really?

-Are you okay? -Yes, I'm okay.

Inhale and exhale.

Come back up.

Inhale.

Exhale.

Does it hurt?

No, I'm fine.

-Are you all right? -Yes.

Is he teaching or training?

Mr. Sim is going to be sore all over.

Are you okay?

Let's call it a day.

Goodness.

Gosh.

Do you think you can manage?

What?

We can shorten our time if you wish.

No, I'm fine. I'm only like this because it was my first day.

Okay. You can go home then. I'm going to go eat.

"Eat"? We should eat together.

Why?

I'm your manager now.

-Did you enjoy your meal? -Yes.

What is that?

It's my notebook. You don't like carrots, do you?

Did you really write that down?

This is what a manager does.

I watched this one episode of Living to 100, and they said

carrots are full of vitamin A and carotene--

-I don't care. Let me see that. -No. Wait.

Goodness.

ARRIVED AT 8:30 A.M. BAD CONDITION, CRANKY

DRANK 1000ML OF WATER SKIPPED BREAKFAST

PORK CUTLET FOR LUNCH PICKED OUT THE CARROTS

I wasn't cranky.

You got mad during our class.

Because you weren't doing well.

Of course. I'm still a beginner.

I was good from the start.

No wonder.

I knew it. You're truly incredible.

What is this? Are you teasing me?

No, I really mean it.

I was deeply moved when I saw you dancing.

No one carries notebooks these days. They all use their phones.

-Are you done eating? -Yes.

Hey.

Wait.

-Excuse me. -I'm his manager, sir.

Mr. Sim.

How bad is it?

Would taping be enough? Or should he cut down on practice?

It'd be best for him to take a rest,

but he hates being told so.

Receiving massages and physical therapy

and lifting light weights are his only options.

Why would you tell him that?

He's your manager.

On top of his knees, I think his back is weak as well.

Goodness. You're right. That's exactly it.

Hey. Turn around.

Here.

I see a slightly slipped disc between L3 and L4.

He's been jumping and lifting all the time. Something's got to give.

Your back is the core of your body.

Then what should we do?

Well…

this may sound odd as I practice Western medicine,

but a traditional medical clinic just recently opened downstairs.

Maybe he should get acupuncture.

I went there yesterday as well.

-I don't like needles. -Acupuncture?

You're a wonderful doctor. You're incredible.

Gosh, not at all. It's actually my sibling who runs the place.

You and your sibling have such a great relationship.

-I'll make sure he gets it. -Okay.

I said I don't like needles.

Moxibustion and cupping work too.

-I see. -You should go home.

No. I have my duties as your manager.

-Is there anything else you need? -No.

Nothing?

Chae-rok.

See? You do need my help.

WENT TO THE TOILET AFTER DRINKING ICED AMERICANO

HAD DIARRHEA ABOUT 3 TIMES

SEEMS TO HAVE AN UPSET STOMACH HAS TROUBLE WITH CAFFEINE

Where do you live?

Do you live with your parents?

Why do you ask?

Because I'm your manager.

I live alone. Happy?

What about your parents?

My dad lives somewhere else,

and my mom passed away.

I see. Both of my parents passed away!

I'll see you tomorrow, Chae-rok!

Where does it hurt? Tell me.

I'm not hurting anywhere.

Goodness.

-Goodness. -Gosh.

Honey.

Could you go buy some soy sauce for me?

Sure.

Gosh, I'll be dead by then.

Hello?

Chae-rok. Are you still asleep? This is your wake-up call.

I never asked you to give me a wake-up call.

I saw how celebrity managers would do the same on TV.

Isn't it nice and refreshing waking up early?

Not at all.

Let's start with number one.

You should turn out your legs.

-More. -Okay.

More.

Feet flat on the ground.

Tighten your inner thighs.

Tighten your buttocks.

Stomach in.

Straighten your back and put your shoulders down.

Make your neck look longer. More.

En bas.

Stomach in.

Leave some space in your armpits, just enough to fit an egg.

Leave some space.

Spread out your fingers.

Lightly place your hand.

En avant.

Try an à la seconde.

Position your arms as if a water drop could flow down naturally.

Raise your elbows.

Now, en haut.

Balancé.

Chae-rok.

Can I drink some water?

Go ahead.

Okay.

-Be quick. -Okay.

I'll do it.

-Is it here? -What? No.

A bit to the right.

-Here? -No.

A bit lower.

Here?

No. I think you got it right the first time.

Stop messing with me.

What?

Hey, wait. Hey.

-Chae-rok, have some plum tea. -No, thanks. Bye.

Take this with you!

Chae-rok, get in.

Gosh, where did you get that car?

Does it even drive properly?

Bungbung has been accident-free for the past 30 years.

"Bungbung"?

No, thanks. I have to go to work, so you can leave.

"Work"? Does Mr. Ki know about this?

Why? So you can tattle on me?

-He already knows. -I see.

Chae-rok.

Here's some plum tea.

No, thanks.

Bye, Chae-rok.

Chae-rok.

Who's that grandpa?

-And what's that? -Don't ask.

Jeez.

My gosh, it's Friday.

Hello.

I had it last week, so why can't I order it today?

Sir, let me explain again. That was a seasonal--

Whatever! I don't care. I want this dish.

Sir, how about you pick another dish--

Hey.

Don't you know me?

Don't you know I come here every week?

Are you an employee or a part-timer?

Do I need to file a complaint to the headquarters and get you fired?

Do I?

I don't want to hear it anymore. Just bring me this dish.

Sir…

Just bring it!

I'm sorry. I'll get you new napkins.

Sir, please leave the restaurant.

And who are you?

Me? I'm a part-timer here.

Leave before I sue you for obstruction of business and assault.

How dare you talk--

You started it!

We have you on video throwing the napkins at her.

Should I post it online?

File a complaint if you think it's unfair.

Get up.

Get up this instant!

Hey…

That's not what happened.

You kicked out one of our customers?

Well done.

Did you report him?

-No, ma'am. -You didn't?

Then I'll do it.

That'll be all.

Let's give her a round of applause.

-Hoorah! -Hoorah!

I feel the same way.

It seems Fridays will be a lot better from now on.

Hey.

Thank you for what you did.

I'm sorry.

You really try so hard.

Wait.

What did you say?

Do you want to be a full employee that badly?

You apologized to that obnoxious customer, didn't you?

For what?

Don't you know you're making things difficult for everyone?

If you act like a pushover,

he'll think it's okay to treat the other workers the same way.

Another worker will get napkins thrown on their face.

Have some self-respect.

Hey!

What did you say?

What's wrong? Are you taken aback that I dropped the honorifics?

What do you know?

You can quit because you're a part-timer, but not me.

I must succeed as an intern no matter what.

Do you know how much effort I put in to get this far?

You have no idea how people like me feel, do you?

If that's the case,

then just shut up.

Was it wrong of me to say that?

Why try so hard when she could do something else?

Gosh, you sociopath.

If someone said to you, "Why do you do ballet?

Why try so hard? Just give up already,"

would you feel happy?

I only do it because it's fun.

I would never stoop that low.

That's exactly it.

Perhaps, she's desperate enough to go through such a thing.

Not many people work because they enjoy it.

You know what? The only thing in this world

that I have full control over

is this wine.

What's wrong? What happened this time?

"Self-respect"?

What an asshole.

I'm leaving now!

CLASSIC BALLET

MR. SIM

-Chae-rok, this is your wake-up call. -I'm up.

He's calling me even on Saturdays.

MANRIJANGSEONG OWNER

Hello, sir. What's this about?

The delivery man didn't show up again.

Can you help out today? I'll pay you handsomely.

Thanks a lot. It's Saturday, so the orders have been piling up.

Where should I go first?

There's a new billiard hall at the five-way intersection. Go there.

-I'll get going. -All right.

-We'd like some more pickled radish. -Sure.

-Delivery. -Over here.

-Over here, please. -Okay.

-Enjoy. -Thank you.

Chae-rok.

I didn't know you did delivery too.

You're going to be filthy rich.

You seem to be living just fine. Don't you agree?

Hey!

Give me your business card.

-I'll order some food. -I don't have any.

DACHEONG BILLIARD CLUB

-I'm back. -Hey. Good work.

Enjoy.

Chae-rok, why are you here?

Why are you…

I came to have some jajangmyeon.

Do you work here too?

Does Mr. Ki know?

Hear me out first.

I'm only filling in for today.

He asked me for help, and I felt bad. He had no one for deliveries.

Cut me some slack today.

Sir, I don't know how you two know each other,

but I was in a pinch.

Look. What if he had gotten into an accident?

Would you have taken responsibility?

He has a helmet, and he's also insured.

He's going to become a huge star.

We can't risk a ballerino getting hurt.

-Ballet? -Mr. Sim, please!

He won't go on deliveries anymore.

Sorry?

Then what will we do?

I'll deliver the food.

You?

Do you even know how to ride it?

You could get hurt.

Don't you worry.

Gosh.

Who in the world is he?

Enjoy.

-I'm back. -Okay.

Tell me the truth.

Were you an athlete?

I was a civil servant.

A mailman.

A postman.

Hello? Yes. All right.

This will be the last order.

What's the address?

It's the billiard hall nearby.

Okay. I got it.

I'll go.

What? No, I'll go.

It's nearby, and it's the last one.

I'll go.

By the way, I think one of your friends ordered.

He asked if you were still working.

Chae-rok. Over here.

I didn't have your business card,

so I got the name from these chopsticks. You petty bastard.

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.

We accept cards too.

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 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!

Subtitle translation by: Soo-ji Kim

NAVILLERA

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

I'm not going to hesitate.

I'm going to give it my all.

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

-Gosh. -What are you doing?

What?

-Have you been doing well? -What do you think?

Chae-rok is going to soar like an eagle.

That bastard won't be able to soar. I'm going to break his wings.

Why do you want to do ballet?

I want to soar at least once in my lifetime.

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