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[This program is suitable for viewers ages 15 and up.]

Kang Mi Rae.

If...

something like this happens to you again...

I want to care, even if it's not with my fists.

Is that okay?

If you keep saying things like that...

I'll misunderstand.

What do you mean?

That you also...

Never mind.

Get going. See you.

Do you...

like me at all?

What?

It's not like that.

If...

If I made you think that way, I'm sorry.

But I don't have any other feelings toward you, so don't worry.

Hey, it's... it's not because I'm worried.

We're friends.

I only think of you as a friend.

Really.

Do you...

like...

someone else?

I don't like anyone.

See you tomorrow. I'll be going.

Do you...

like me at all?

No.

No, don't think about it.

I already made up my mind.

Kyung Seok and I can't be together.

I won't do this to myself.

Is something wrong? You look like you're in a bad mood.

There's no alcohol.

And you didn't clean today.

I did it today, but don't get used to it.

I'll pay you the full rent, so let's do our own chores from now on.

You must be getting paid a lot at your part-time job.

What's wrong with him?

We're friends.

I only think of you as a friend.

Really.

[Episode 12: Do You Like Me?]

- What's wrong? - What?

Nothing.

What do I do if I run into him?

What do I say?

- There's a special lecture by Kellun. - When is it?

It doesn't say.

Then will we be able to see CEO Na Hye Sung in person?

- I'm so excited. - It sounds fun.

I'm glad I didn't register for classes.

Do you think Woo Young will be there too?

If you like him that much, try to look more like me.

That's not my true self. I don't want to seduce anyone by being fake.

Seduce? Seduce?

That word doesn't suit you at all.

Hey.

Did you prepare all of this?

Of course. This was the least we could do for your special lecture.

I didn't think I'd be nervous, but I'm starting to feel it now.

Are you going to sing too?

- Do they make you sing too? - Of course. These kids are no joke.

That makes me feel more determined.

- Senior, good luck. - Thank you.

- That's right. - What do I do?

Are you sure Woo Young will be here?

Not that again. I'm sure he'll be here soon.

Wow!

Wow, you really can't beat the power of genetics.

Mother is a true beauty too.

Since when is CEO Na your mother?

- Since today. - Wow.

I see where Do Kyung Seok got his looks from.

If his mother is that beautiful, Do Kyung Seok isn't that great.

Aren't we on a pretty similar level? We're similar in height too.

Do you have a conscience?

I'm sure you all know already, but I'll introduce her anyway.

This is our department's accomplished senior, CEO Na Hye Sung of Kellun.

It's nice to meet you. I'm Na Hye Sung.

Where's Do Kyung Seok?

It's his mother of all people. Shouldn't he be here?

Our director has been waiting for you, but he's abroad for a seminar right now.

I may not be as skilled, but may I give it a try anyway?

It doesn't matter as long as you pay me.

Thank you for putting your trust in me.

- Will I get paid right away? - Of course. As soon as we're done.

Let me see.

You have a girlfriend, right?

She has to like it too.

But it doesn't really matter with your looks.

I bet you could even pull off a curly perm.

No, what I'm trying to say is that the face makes or breaks any hairstyle.

I won't give you a curly perm. Do you think I'm crazy?

The fragrance always comes at the end. Let me explain.

When you get ready, you get dressed, do your hair, and put on your makeup

but no one puts on their fragrance before any of that.

But there are times when this invisible last step is the most memorable.

It's hard to remember what someone wore or how they did their hair

but you often remember their smell as that person's image.

This is yours, right?

Keep wearing that perfume.

When you smell rice being cooked, you're reminded of your mom back home

and when you smell an old perfume

you're reminded of how you felt at that time.

I don't know what kind of image you'll remember me by today...

Isn't that Do Kyung Seok?

What an interesting character.

I don't know what kind of image you'll remember me by today...

You'd better not copy that. You won't look like that.

I don't like it anyway.

If you're interested in joining our short program, please sign up

and I'll end my lecture here.

- We enjoyed your lecture. - Thank you.

- Your finals are coming up, right? - Yes.

Is everything okay?

What do you mean?

I mean, what are you going to do during your vacation?

Are you going to sign up for our program?

- I'll think about it. - Good.

I hope you join us.

See you later.

Is he going through puberty again?

What's going on?

Is it kind of like when girls change their hair after an ordeal?

Sorry.

You changed your hair.

Yeah.

- It looks nice. - That's not why I did it.

Oh, sorry. It looks cool.

- That's not why I did it either. - Oh, really?

- Did you do it just because? - That's not it either.

Oh. Well, anyway. I'll be going. See you around.

Good luck with finals.

"Good luck with finals"? It's not even exams yet.

I'm about to go crazy.

- Is he preparing to be a celebrity? - No way. With his personality?

What's wrong with Do Kyung Seok's personality?

It is kind of weird. He's not the obedient type.

With Kyung Seok's looks, his manager should be the obedient one.

Do you still like Kyung Seok?

To be honest, I gave up.

I did...

but isn't his face almost impossible to get over?

I'm sure everyone lives with a little bit of Do Kyung Seok in their hearts.

Don't you think?

Be honest. My cooking was bad, wasn't it?

You can be honest with me.

That's not true. It wasn't bad.

Oh yeah. Kyung Hee.

Can you take a look at this?

- Is that Kyung Seok? - Yeah.

I didn't want to nag him by asking him why he did it, but...

He's not the type to care about how he looks though.

Why did he do it?

- Does he have a girlfriend now? - Do you think so?

Or was he rejected by someone?

By whom?

Write me a receipt.

You said verbal contracts are useless.

Wow, you know the way of living now.

- I told you I learn fast. - Isn't it because I taught you well?

You don't look cool when you show off.

- Well, you do. - The receipt, please.

Did you agree to be a model for a hair salon?

How did you know?

I told you I tried pretty much all of the part-time jobs out there.

You don't look like the type to do that though.

Do you hate chores that much?

Or have you changed?

Don't pretend like you know everything about me.

He changed his hair back.

Aw, I got this one wrong.

Exams are over!

Hey. Since exams are over, how about a round of games?

I'm in. Let's get it.

Let's go.

We're finished. Shall we go eat some delicious food?

As long as it's not nearby. I want to go somewhere far.

Go, go. Go, go, go. Go, go.

Let's go.

Hello, CEO Na.

Oh, yes. Exams are over.

Oh, sure.

I gained weight, didn't I? I ended up eating too much because of the stress.

- No, you didn't gain any weight. - You always say that.

Did exams go well for you?

- Hello. - Hey.

Oh, about the program run by Kyung Seok's mother's company...

- Are there any upperclassmen? - I don't think so.

Oh, really? Then it'll be awkward.

Are you going to sign up?

No. I don't want to look pathetic.

Are you still mad at me?

Geez. I'm off.

Goodbye.

Tae Young, what was that?

- What? - Kim Chan Woo made fun of me.

Why are you acting like everything's fine?

Well, that's because I have to keep seeing him around.

Kyung Seok made Kim Chan Woo into a mop.

If he can do that, what's your excuse?

Tae Hee.

Tae Hee, let's go eat something delicious.

Tae...

Geez, this is getting tiring.

Dong Won, you must have been really hungry.

I'm sorry I couldn't take as good care of you during exams.

Is it good?

Hey, Dong Won.

Hey, I think the goddess of our department likes me.

- Okay, who else is deluded? - I mean it.

The cat she takes care of has the same name as me.

Is your name "Meow" or something?

It's a person's name that's not commonly used for cats.

How can this be a coincidence?

Do you still think she's not interested?

Exams must have been hard. Eat lots.

Yes. Thank you.

- I'll do it. - Moms usually do this kind of stuff.

Eat up.

Thank you for the meal.

But didn't you want to tell me something?

The truth is, I'm curious about something.

There's nothing going on with Kyung Seok, right?

No, I don't think so.

Then why did he do that to his hair?

Kyung Hee said he doesn't care about his looks.

I'm not sure about that either, but he changed his hair back to black.

Really?

I was afraid it'd look like I was meddling if I asked.

I see.

It looks like you're the one with something going on.

- Pardon? - Are you worried about something?

I guess it's not easy to say. I'm sorry.

No...

The thing is...

TA Yeon, I want to sign up for the lab program.

Oh, okay.

- Hyun Soo Ah, right? - Yes.

[Go Ye Na, Kim Tae Hee, Yoo Eun]

[Jang Won Ho, Lee Ji Hyo, Jung Dong Won]

- Okay, all done. - Great. Thank you.

- Goodbye. - Bye.

Oh, are you signing up...

Is something the matter?

It's not about paying less rent again, is it?

I came to sign up for the program.

- With Kellun? - Yes.

- Do well for your mother. - That's up to me.

Are you mad at me about something?

Are we done? I'll be going.

Someone I thought would do it isn't, but someone I thought wouldn't do it is.

It sounds like you like him and he likes you back.

Why do you have to give up on him?

I think it's because I'm scared.

He's too good for me in many ways.

If you like each other, why does that matter?

The truth is...

a really pretty girl likes him.

And everyone thinks they look good together.

So if he dates a girl who got everything fixed instead

I'm scared of what people might say.

I see.

I sound stupid, don't I?

But what's important is that you like each other

so focus on yourselves.

That would be the textbook answer.

I understand. And I'm sure you're not the only one who feels this way.

I'm mad at the people who made you think that way.

Since I don't know the details, I can't criticize you

but it's possible that your pretty friend

isn't too different from you.

I just hope you don't make a choice that you'll regret.

- You signed up for the program, right? - Pardon?

Let's eat.

You too. Eat up.

Thank you for the meal.

Soo Ah might not be too different from me?

Hello, Senior.

- I'm on my way home. - Mi Rae.

- Huh? - What a coincidence.

Hello.

Can we talk for a moment?

Sure.

You didn't sign up for the program. Did you forget?

No. I was going to visit my hometown during my vacation.

It doesn't go on for that long. Can't you go after the program?

I thought you'd sign up for sure. You're really interested in fragrances

and more importantly, checking your sense of scents at this program

could be a good experience for you.

And you might not get another lab opportunity like this until you graduate.

Can I still sign up?

Of course. I'll put your name on the list.

- Shall we go? - Yes.

Senior.

Thank you.

If you're thankful, what are you doing on Wednesday?

- Pardon? - Let's see a movie. It's half-price.

Oh. I'll let Hyun Jung know too.

Let's watch it as just the two of us.

I have something to tell you too.

Okay.

Let's go.

I gained some weight.

[Garcinia Diet Pills]

Wa... wait.

Dong Won.

Um...

There's a lot of salt in tuna, so it's not good for cats.

You should rinse it off and get rid of excess oil before you give it to him.

Oh, Soo Ah!

Oh, hey.

- Did you eat? - What about you?

Of course.

- Hello. - Hey.

Let's sit here.

- Hey. - Hey.

Are you still working there?

No, I quit.

- Kyung Seok too? - Yeah.

Hey, Kyung Seok.

I heard you quit your part-time job.

I shouldn't have gotten involved. I feel wronged.

It's nice to meet you. I'm Director Lee Soo Hyun

and this is Deputy Yoon Soo Kyung, who will lead your program.

Hello. It's nice to meet you.

During your practice, you'll learn about the theory and history of fragrances.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please speak with Deputy Yoon.

- Okay. - Okay.

Yes, come in.

- Why are you at school? - I'm taking summer classes.

Oh, I see.

But what brings you here?

I have something to tell you.

Me?

Since I'm not good with words, I wrote it down in a letter.

Okay. See you.

To Woo Young, whom I respect. I'm Kwon Yoon Byul of '17.

I like you.

I've fallen for everything about you

including your sense of responsibility, ethics, and view of women.

I felt embarrassed to say it in person, so I wrote it in a letter.

- Oh my... - From Kwon Yoon Byul.

Embarrassed? She's so brave.

Oh no. What do I...

First, smell the solution in front of you

and write down what you think it's composed of.

I feel like my nose is paralyzed from smelling so many different things.

You have to refresh your sense of smell in between whiffs.

It'll help to take a break or smell these coffee beans.

I think this is what it's composed of.

You're right. It's 100 percent correct.

- You're not kidding around. - Oh, Kang Mi Rae?

You're the one who sent us the scented candle, aren't you?

Our entire lab loved it and wanted to meet you.

Thank you.

Wow, you're like a professor when it comes to fragrances.

It didn't say it was going to rain today.

Senior.

Senior.

What were you thinking about?

Just this and that.

Have you had dinner yet?

Oh yeah. I didn't have lunch today either.

Then did you starve all day? You shouldn't do that.

Thanks for worrying about me.

Um, would you like to have dinner together?

- Sure. What would you like? - Oh, then

since it's hot today, let's go somewhere nearby.

- Okay. - Great.

- Hello. - Hello.

Please sit over there.

Hello.

- He's still here. - Oh, he's here as a part-timer now.

Really?

You're here? What do you want? Beer?

I don't think I'm suited for fragrances. I can't smell anything anymore.

I liked it. I wasn't interested before, but it's pretty fun.

- Right? - Yeah.

You looked really excited in there. You must love fragrances.

- Gosh, I'm hungry. - You already ate though.

Why are you sitting here alone like an outcast?

- I've always been an outcast. - What would you have done without me?

I know, right?

- Beer? - Let's have beer.

Hey, Do Kyung Seok. What are you doing over there?

Go.

I don't feel like it. I'm going to finish this and leave.

Geez, Do Kyung Seok. Why aren't you coming?

- Kyung Seok. - Hurry up.

Hey, go already. You're making yourself into an outcast.

I thought you were getting better. What's wrong with you?

- Kyung Seok. - Hurry, hurry, hurry.

Geez, that chic punk.

Something's wrong, isn't it?

I just have a lot to think about.

What is it?

The truth is, someone confessed to me today

- that she likes me. - Pardon?

Why are you so surprised?

- Was it that unexpected? - Oh, not at all. It's not that.

- Wow, you're really popular. - Yeah right.

What are you going to do?

I'm thinking about how I should turn her down.

Are you sure about turning her down?

Yeah. I can't change my feelings just because they like me.

It sounds like you know what you want.

I have a specific preference.

Don't be too straightforward though.

Some people think you should be harsh when you turn someone down

but if that person is a good person

they'll probably appreciate a sincere rejection a lot more.

Probably.

I feel like hearing harsh words from someone you liked

will never be forgotten.

I'm not talking from experience though.

Good thing you went into psychiatry. You know your stuff.

Isn't Hwang Min Young gorgeous?

- I'm not sure. - I prefer Ong Sung Woo.

I prefer the cold type.

Soo Ah, what about you? Any favorite celebrities?

Me? I don't know very much about celebrities.

I just like guys who like me.

What about you, Mi Rae?

What?

It's just that I've never heard you talk about guys before.

What's your type?

I've never thought about that before.

So if we use dramas as an example, do you like the cold type...

You're the first girl who's ever treated me like this.

- or... - Let me be your fireman.

the dandy type?

Which one do you prefer?

I just like ordinary guys.

- What's your standard for ordinary? - This is frustrating.

Fine. Let's just say you don't have an ideal type.

I like the dandy type.

- I'm leaving. - Hey, Kyung Seok...

Bye, Kyung Seok.

Bye.

How is it that he's more feisty over time?

It makes me worry.

Take it. It might rain again on the way.

Okay. Thanks.

For what? I'm more thankful.

Is that for Mi Rae?

- It can't be mine. - I...

told you to stop.

- Stop what? - Your little tricks.

Why are you being so scary?

I'm just trying to get closer to you.

I mean it when I say I like you.

No matter how much I dislike you...

if you were sincere, I wouldn't be like this.

Do you still feel nothing?

Wait.

Do you really feel nothing at all?

You need help.

Why didn't you answer my call?

Why did you run away?

Because you were standing there like that.

Are you okay?

Were you upset?

I already told you. I'm not interested in her.

Hey, you're getting wet.

Don't change the subject.

Do you really have no idea?

About what?

That I like you.

Let's date.

Don't try to avoid it and answer me this time.

Why?

Why does a guy like you like a girl like me?

What's "a guy like me"...

and what's "a girl like you"?

You know.

What do you think people will say if we go around together?

They'll say, "Why is a guy like that with a girl like that?"

So? What do you see me as?

A friend.

Someone who can't be more than that.

I'm not asking what can or can't be. How do you feel about me?

I don't think...

we can be together.

I already told you.

You can live the way you want and look cool

but that's not the case for me.

I was always made fun of for being ugly.

And now, people call me a Gangnam Beauty behind my back.

Hey.

I asked how you feel about me. I don't care what other people say.

What other people say is important to me.

You think I'm too obsessed with my face, don't you?

Well, you don't know how hard it's been for me.

If we go around together...

my life will become too difficult.

Did I have no chance...

from the very beginning?

Yeah.

So this is how it ends.

Hey. Hey.

[Soo Ah's]

Thanks for the drink.

Something happened with the girl I'm having a fling with.

She enjoyed the beverage I gave her today.

Am I doing this properly?

It's true when they say you can get a girlfriend in college.

But who knew I'd end up with someone so pretty?

I heard pretty girls don't care as much about how the guy looks.

What is he saying?

Soo Ah, I didn't think you'd finish all that, but you did.

Soo Ah always eats really well.

But you're so skinny.

I don't gain weight no matter how much I eat.

She said not being able to gain weight is her insecurity.

- What kind of insecurity is that? - She's so annoying.

Totally.

Senior. Be quiet.

Can we talk for a moment?

Did you eat?

No.

If you're having a hard time because of me...

I should stop.

But...

if you think we can go back to how we were...

I'm sorry, but I can't do that.

But...

I'll wait.

You're pretty, so stop looking in the mirror.

It's been a long time since you last called me pretty.

When you used to chase after me, all you said was that I was pretty

as if you had nothing else to say.

That was because you were. You were the most beautiful in our neighborhood.

I was, wasn't I? When I said I was going to marry you, everyone was surprised.

They said I only cared about what's on the inside

and that I was pretty inside and out.

I was running a successful business back then.

That's why people were surprised again.

They said I was doing well even after my husband's business went under

- and I was pretty too. - Yeah, yeah.

It must be hard being so pretty.

Let's visit that senior before going to Mi Rae's.

It'll be hard for you to carry two watermelons.

That's okay. I can't make my beautiful wife do it.

Do I look a little bit like Mi Rae?

Do I look like a Gangnam Beauty's mother?

Yes. Yes, you do. You look very alike.

Seriously. Geez.

What do you think about where Kyung Seok lives?

I want to see the inside too.

I'm glad you two get along so well.

Let's go.

Who...

- Are you Woo Young's mother? - No.

I'm Woo Young's junior's mom.

She lives nearby.

Nearby? Are you Mi Rae's mother, by any chance?

Hello. I'm Woo Young's roommate, Do Kyung Seok's mom.

He's in the same department as Mi Rae.

Do Kyung Seok?

Oh, that pretty boy?

- Oh my. Do you know our Kyung Seok too? - Yes, we do.

We know him. It's nice to meet you.

Yes, it's nice to meet you too.

I didn't expect to meet other students' parents while she was in college.

It's great to meet you like this.

I haven't been able to be a student's parent until now.

It must have been wonderful raising Mi Rae.

- She's kind and smart. - She knows how to have fun too.

- She's a good dancer. - Oh, really?

But I was wondering where your son got his good looks from.

It looks like he took after you.

You look really young.

You're a real Gangnam Beauty.

My mom never had plastic surgery.

- Pardon? - "Gangnam Beauty."

That's what you call people who have had a lot of plastic surgery.

I want to cry.

I want to cry. That's how I feel.

Good work today. That was some of the most common research we do in the lab

so please don't forget it.

- Okay. - Okay.

[Goo Tae Young]

Can we meet later? Just the two of us?

- Hello, Senior. - Are you finished?

- Yes. - Where are you?

I'm near Kellun.

Where should we meet today? Do you want to go out for food after the movie?

Today...

Oh. Oh, yes.

- Do you have a reservation? - Yes, under Yeon Woo Young.

Sure. One moment, please.

Wasn't that movie hilarious?

When that middle-aged man danced, I laughed so hard.

It was pretty funny.

- Shall we have a drink? - A drink?

You know I'm not a good drinker.

Oh yeah.

The truth is, I'm even worse. Two shots of soju is my limit.

Really? I didn't know.

There's probably a lot that you don't know about me.

I don't like pork belly, I get cold really easily...

I don't like to study, and I like you.

I was worried you'd feel uncomfortable going to school because of me

so I hesitated a lot, but...

I've liked you since I first saw you.

I guess you really had no idea.

- Why? - What?

Why do you like me?

Because you're pretty.

You may always look blank as if you're worried, but I know you well.

It's a serious worry today.

If it's a serious worry, it must be the first one of its kind.

It's about a girl, isn't it?

I'm right, aren't I? Do you have a girlfriend? Who is it?

- You don't have to know. - Who could it be?

Who got through Do Kyung Seok's iron wall in one go?

- But what's the problem? - She said she can't date me.

She even rejected you?

I don't understand why she can't if it's not because she doesn't like me.

Is she ugly?

- No. - Is she pretty?

You don't like pretty girls.

She's not pretty, but she's not ugly either.

She's just her.

Do you only like me because I'm pretty?

All guys like pretty girls. And you're my type.

Are you really surprised?

Yes.

I didn't know you were that kind of person.

What?

Did you start liking me just because of my face?

What's wrong with being drawn to beauty?

Do you not like good-looking people?

Even if that's not your criterium, you could prefer double eyelids

someone skinny, or someone with pale skin. We all have our preferences.

I told you I got everything fixed.

I was really ugly before this. You wouldn't be able to imagine.

So?

So why...

why do you like someone like me?

"Someone like me"?

It's because you're likable.

I did start liking you because you're pretty

but I like you more and more

as I get to know you.

To me, you're just you.

It's awkward walking back home after confessing my feelings.

Go inside.

Okay.

Goodnight.

Senior!

Senior!

Mi Rae.

- Senior. - Yeah? Take your time.

The thing is...

You told me to think about it...

but the thing is...

I'm sorry.

Okay.

I know what you're trying to say.

I'm sorry.

The truth is, I had already prepared myself for this.

- I'm sorry. - Why do you keep apologizing?

This is nothing to be sorry about.

The truth is, I don't know if I have the right to do this.

- What am I to-- - Don't say that.

People who deserve love and don't deserve love

and people who are allowed to like someone and not allowed to like someone

don't exist.

No one has the right to make fun of you either.

And people can't control who they're drawn toward.

I wish you and Kyung Seok the best.

I already know you two like each other.

But...

I still wanted to tell you how I feel.

Kyung Seok's a good guy. He's good-looking too.

It's not like that.

You're good-looking too

so it's not like that...

You're a really good person.

I'm fine. Don't cry.

Just do what your heart tells you, Mi Rae.

Don't cry. Okay?

[My ID Is Gangnam Beauty]