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Okay.

Point taken.

I heard what you had to say.

So you're done, right?

I like you.

Don't take this the wrong way.

I'm only playing for you

as Pianist Park Joon-young.

Song-ah is the one…

I like.

So I thought

you might offer

to play for me first if you like me.

But you were silent.

And I couldn't ask you first.

So that's why

I got disappointed all alone.

Not because you wouldn't play for me,

but because I thought you didn't like me.

I didn't know

how you would take it if I asked first.

I thought I'd be a nuisance.

So that's why.

Then you suddenly came over and said

you'll be playing for Jeong-gyeong.

Would that break my heart or not?

Stop smiling.

I was really heartbroken.

I'm sorry.

I know you have to hear the end of the sentence,

but next time,

share the important things first and foremost.

Okay.

Promise.

Okay, I'll make sure I do that.

I will

play for you.

No.

It's not that I will.

Let me play for your audition.

I'm getting right to the point as you said.

No.

I don't need you to play for me.

The graduate school audition is a very important occasion for me.

And because of that,

I want to make the cut myself.

I'll just take the thought.

All right.

But let me know whenever you want

if it gets too tough.

Okay. I'll do that.

-Thanks. -Sure.

I like you.

I like you.

I like you.

That's what I came to tell you.

What? You're dating Park Joon-young?

-Yes. -My gosh. This is great.

Congrats, Song-ah.

Congrats, Song-ah.

Thanks.

This is so awesome.

But what am I going to do now?

What?

I mean, you'll always eat with him.

Park Joon-young, how dare you take my Song-ah away?

-I'm sorry. -Gosh!

Hello.

Hello.

You found us quickly.

Yes. Thanks to somebody who yelled out my name.

Hello.

I'm Song-ah's friend, Kang Min-seong.

Hello, I'm Park Joon-young.

Have you had lunch?

Not yet. Come and join us if you haven't eaten.

Oh, no, thanks.

No, come with us.

I'm not that slow, you know.

Have a happy and wonderful time together.

No, come and eat with us.

See you around!

She's not usually like that.

What time do you finish today?

Song-ah.

-Hello. -Hello.

May we sit here?

Anyway, you two always sit together.

That's why there's a rumor you're dating.

It's not a weird rumor.

-What? -What?

You haven't told them that we're dating?

My gosh.

Song-ah.

Song-ah, is this true?

Yes.

My gosh, this is huge.

This is so huge.

You two make such a cute couple.

But this is so huge.

This is so big.

What are you doing after class today?

I have to stop by Kyunghoo later.

Kyunghoo? Why?

Professor Lee Su-gyeong is starting a chamber orchestra,

and I've been helping her out a little.

She's holding the first concert at Kyunghoo Art Hall,

so I have to turn in the application.

I see.

Do you want to come with me?

You live nearby anyway.

Well…

I have to practice at school today.

I see. Okay.

-What time are you leaving? -At 4 p.m.

But I have some time to spare, so I'm going to stay and practice too.

I still have two more classes left.

I see. Okay.

What a shame.

Thank you.

Okay, sure.

Song-ah and Joon-young are dating.

She denied it last time.

I just asked her.

Park Joon-young is next to me right now.

They're the hottest couple in our college.

It'll be the worst when they break up.

What? What did you just say?

It's nothing.

Hey.

That? The orchestra?

Hey.

Hey, wait.

I thought you had class.

It got canceled.

May I stay here until my next class?

Yes, of course.

You can sit here.

Thanks.

I'll sit here without moving an inch.

You can practice.

May I

have that?

My violin?

No.

Your handkerchief.

This?

All right.

But I'll give it to you next time after I wash it.

No.

I want it now.

Thanks. I'll get you a new one.

No, it's okay.

I have more at home.

I do too.

A lot, actually.

But…

this is different.

I want to get you a present too.

Okay.

Then make sure you get one for me.

Gosh.

I'm sorry. This is…

I set an alarm to leave for Kyunghoo.

I set an alarm.

I'm sorry. The call took up a while.

-Ms. Cha, your coffee. -Thanks.

Oh, this.

-The application to rent out the venue? -Yes.

You couldn't work with us because you were busy with the audition,

but you had enough time to help your professor put an orchestra?

I'm sorry.

Isn't the chamber orchestra a lot of work?

It's not bad. I can still manage.

There must be a lot to do if she's establishing a new orchestra.

Wait.

If the first concert is held here, will you be on stage as a performer?

Yes.

I'll be there with flowers.

How's work?

-We may not get a bonus this year. -Why not?

I heard Kyunghoo Card isn't doing well, but are things that bad?

Did I order something too expensive? You can cancel--

No, it's fine. I paid with the corporate card.

The corporate card.

And this is my business card.

My business card.

You got your business card before you opened up your company?

Well, it's more convenient if you get things done in advance.

The CEO.

That's so cool.

Song-ah, I'm sorry you have to go

without watching the concert when you're here.

I'm sorry.

I've been a bit anxious practicing for my graduate school audition.

Don't be sorry.

Come by whenever you want to watch.

Okay.

Also…

Ms. Cha.

It's…

Well…

Joon-young and I…

You worked things out, right?

Yes.

I'm so glad. You two make a great couple.

Thank you, Ms. Cha.

-Do you still have a lot to do? -No.

You know, Ms. Cha,

I'm not so sure about Song-ah.

Why not?

It's Professor Lee's chamber orchestra.

Of course there are chamber orchestras that perform and operate well,

but Professor Lee's orchestra is just a cartel of her students.

It's tough to find a simple teaching job without any connections in this field,

so I understand why people

without a solid career are dying to get into such orchestras.

Professors are using desperate students

to strengthen their connections like that.

I'm sure Song-ah knows that too.

I didn't think she'd take the lead.

It means she's that desperate, just as you said.

Right.

I'm able to talk about this indifferently because I'm not involved.

SU CHAMBER ORCHESTRA KYUNGHOO ART HALL RENTAL APPLICATION

LEE JEONG-GYEONG

I'll give you the sheet music. Let's meet up.

All right.

CHIEF DIRECTOR NAH MOON-SOOK

Hey, this is supposed to be the reunion of male music graduates,

but how can only 5 out of 26 show up?

It's because everyone is abroad.

They won't even return during vacation.

Everyone in Korea is here except for Dong-yoon and Joon-young.

-The two guys who make money. -You're right.

Let's say CEO Yoon couldn't come since it's business hours.

Hyeon-ho. Why isn't Joon-young here?

Who knows?

Hey, Joon-young isn't in a level who'd show up at a high school reunion.

Even so, Joon-young is just a cash machine for his parents.

Who's the actual winner?

-Here's your sweet-and-sour pork. -Hyeon-ho.

-Oh my. -Thank you.

-That looks so good. -Thank you.

-No one pours the sauce, right? -No.

No way.

What are your thoughts after your first board meeting?

I was just sitting at the back, but I lost all my energy.

Yes, it seemed so.

Anyway, Mr. Han Hyeon-ho will become a part of that family

once he marries Ms. Lee Jeong-gyeong.

It feels suffocating just imagining it.

You can't even turn in your CV anywhere with a few lines of experiences.

That's why I go and play at any orchestra in this country

even if it's only as a guest member.

I should've gotten on the good side of my professor before I went abroad.

That's not something you can work for.

If you're from a good family, you won't have to do anything

to have the professor step up and help.

Right. Exactly.

Right, my cousin just got a spot in a chamber orchestra

Professor Lee Su-gyeong is forming.

All of the violinists are her students, but she needs other instruments too.

So I'm going to ask my cousin to recommend me.

-Should I throw you in too? -Hey, me.

I need connections too.

-Put your hand down. -Hey, me.

Me, too.

No way, Hyeon-ho. Not you.

I need experience and connections too.

I get that, but your girlfriend is Professor Song's best student.

Why would Professor Lee take you?

He's right.

Hyeon-ho, you should join Professor Song's orchestra.

You got your girlfriend's power.

-We broke up. -Come on, man.

Just go and get ready to marry her. Will you keep playing after you marry her?

I said, we broke up.

What?

So, can you recommend me now?

Okay, sure.

It's spicy.

A drink? You have some.

This looks great.

How's your mother

since her big surgery last year?

She's fine.

Is she still staying alone in Cheolwon?

What about the farm?

My fourth brother has been looking after her since last year.

I see.

I've been inconsiderate.

Don't say that.

Kyung-seon introduced you to me here.

It was my first time coming to a restaurant like this.

She constantly troubled me,

but ever since she left, I forgot all those troubles.

I just miss her.

I hope you feel the same way.

That girl had such a bad temper.

She used to say she got her personality from you.

Me?

Did she say that?

I'm going to leave

the foundation to Jeong-gyeong.

Everyone has their place.

What about you?

Has it been difficult to live in a place

where you don't belong?

I sent your number to my cousin.

Thank you.

Let's eat.

You know,

you two dated longer than I expected.

I thought you'd end up marrying her.

Right.

Wait and see. You'll soon see an article on Jeong-gyeong's marriage

with a man who's in her league.

Even if you can't get over her,

don't text her at night like, "Are you asleep? I miss you. I'm drunk."

-Don't text her. -You'll be humiliated.

He's right.

It's not very nice of Jeong-gyeong, right?

How can she hold him down for a decade?

That's long enough to ask her for alimony.

Stop it.

-Why? -I got it, so stop that.

Man.

I guess we've known each other for so long.

We got to witness Hyeon-ho's break-up and Joon-young dating someone.

Joon-young? He's dating someone?

Yes, I heard he's dating Professor Lee's student at school.

No way. What's her class?

Isn't he much older?

No. She entered the college in 2017,

but she already majored in business, so she's the same age as us.

Are you all done?

Yes.

You're doing very well.

Song-ah, you've practiced very hard and have improved so much.

Thank you.

It must be really tough to look after the orchestra stuff.

Everyone is so jealous because you're so good at your job.

I'm not doing much.

I've almost decided on the members.

Find me a date to eat together so I can meet them in person.

Oh, sure.

There's a great place for Chinese meatballs in Hannam-dong.

I know that place.

Really? Isn't that place great?

Yes.

But that restaurant is pretty expensive.

There will be well over 30 members. Is that all right?

Yes, it's fine. It's our first meeting. We should eat something delicious.

Right, I see.

Make sure you get their dues in advance. People never carry around cash these days.

Oh, we're all paying for our own food.

All right, I understand.

I'll see you next week.

Okay.

Hey, Song-ah.

You've done very well today.

Thank you.

Right, Song-ah.

I just got a few more recommendations. I'll send you their contacts.

Tell them to come too.

Okay.

This is the sheet music.

Is French romanticism the theme of your recital?

Yes.

I've been practicing Brahms, but you don't play that, so I changed it.

If you want to play that, go ahead.

I don't care.

That's a relief.

But I'm not going to play that.

I can't seem to play Brahms anymore.

Anyway, I'm glad I changed the music.

The piano accompaniment is significant for Franck's Violin Sonata.

I want to do better, thanks to you.

I don't think I can do anything alone.

Come to think about it, I've always been like that.

I know I was born with my talent.

Well, I don't even know where that is now.

I'm not sure of my violin either. A Stradivarius violin?

It's way above my level.

And you are too good to play for me.

No,

don't say that.

Have you had lunch?

I'm seeing Song-ah.

PROFESSOR LEE SU-GYEONG

HAN HYEON-HO, CELLO, SUMMA CUM LAUDE MASTER AND DOCTORATE IN INDIANA

I said, I'm seeing Song-ah.

I see. Okay.

So let's practice for your recital at the foundation's rehearsal room

instead of your home.

All right.

-I'll play in the order of-- -One more thing.

Set the record straight with Hyeon-ho about what happened last time.

-I'll manage my business. -It also involves me.

I'm asking you.

Right, that's why you called.

Anyway, thanks for accepting me.

It's not like I did that.

All of the members will be dining together soon.

I'll contact you again with the date and the place.

Wait, Song-ah.

Yes?

Are you dating Joon-young?

Goodbye then.

Yes.

I'm…

I'm happy for you.

Thanks.

I'll call you later, then.

-Hyeon-ho. -Hey.

Come inside. I need to talk to you.

What are you doing?

You don't need to come in.

You should go.

I heard you're seeing Song-ah.

Yes.

What are you doing now?

Why are you with Jeong-gyeong?

I'm going to accompany her at the solo recital for her appointment.

I needed to get her sheet music.

That's why we met up.

-Last time-- -You'll play for Jeong-gyeong?

Do you think that makes sense?

I already told Song-ah, and Jeong-gyeong knows too.

Knows what?

That I'm seeing Song-ah.

I told her.

Unbelievable.

How could you?

How could you do that to Jeong-gyeong?

You see,

I was worried she might find out about you dating Song-ah

because she'd be hurt if she found out about it, so…

That's why I'm talking to you in private.

How could you say that to her so easily?

Go upstairs.

Our high school friends are there.

They know that we broke up,

so leave before they see you.

So, if there is anything you'd like to know

or ask about Park Joon-young,

feel free to contact me anytime.

Sure.

But

isn't it much better for you to stay at Kyunghoo?

Well,

we'll see about that.

If I'm lucky, I should be able to turn my life around,

thanks to Park Joon-young.

Hello, Professor.

Oh, no.

Yes, sir.

I just met with Professor Yoo Tae-jin.

Contrary to the rumors,

Professor Yoo and Joon-young didn't seem to be on bad terms.

So, do you think you can teach Joon-young?

Oh, yes. Of course.

But the thing is,

there are many other talented teachers.

I'm curious as to why you contacted me.

Why? What's wrong with you?

You probably know this already,

but from my education and experience

to my family,

I have nothing to be proud of.

Also, I didn't even go to Seoryeong University,

so I don't really have any connections in Korea.

So, why did you contact me?

I met with various people

to find a good teacher for Joon-young.

But you were the only one who was interested

in his potential, rather than the foundation itself.

Did that answer your question?

Oh, yes.

I suppose

I'm very fortunate.

Now, it's time for us to bet Joon-young's future on you.

SEORYEONG UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR YOO TAE-JIN

My gosh. Mr. Yoo really became a professor.

Didn't he retire for a few years?

Park Joon-young won a prize in the Chopin Competition, you know.

Right. He hit the jackpot, thanks to Park Joon-young.

Lucky him.

If I'm lucky, I should be able to turn my life around,

thanks to Park Joon-young.

Luck?

It's all thanks to talent.

-Hey, Joon-young. -Yeong-in.

-Are you here to practice? -Yes.

-Leaving for the day? -Yes.

I stayed a little late.

About the contract…

I'm still talking to Chris about it. I'll make sure it works out.

All right. Thanks.

Go practice.

Don't stay too late though.

-Yeong-in. -Yes?

It just happened like that with Song-ah.

Why aren't you saying anything?

I'm so embarrassed right now.

I'm happy for you, Joon-young.

I'm happy that you've met a nice girl, and I'm happy it's Song-ah.

And I have to say,

I'm also happy that you told me this.

I was sad at times.

When you were stressed out, I wanted to tell you not to worry

because things would get better and everything would be fine.

I wanted to say those things,

but you never told me.

I see.

Well…

I don't want the people I like

to ever suffer or get hurt because of me.

Talking about it won't solve the problem,

and it's my problem anyway, so I should shoulder it alone.

You know,

I just want them to think that I'm always doing fine.

Still,

I hope you can be different around Song-ah.

Instead of trying to only show each other your good sides,

I hope you can also share your wounds and flaws

so that you can comfort and rely on

each other.

Oh, right.

I was complimented during the lesson.

Really?

My gosh, are you finally going to graduate school?

I don't know yet. But that compliment made me so happy.

Hey, but don't get a doctorate degree.

What?

Isn't that your goal?

Oh, right.

Anyway, I'm so happy for you.

I feel like all your hard work is finally paying off.

Thanks.

My gosh.

Sorry.

What? Is it your professor?

No, it's Eun-ji.

Eun-ji?

What did she say?

She wants to set me up with a guy,

but I just can't say yes for some reason.

What should I do?

Should I do it or not?

Do it.

Really?

Yes. You should do it.

I want you to say yes

and meet a nice guy.

Will I ever like someone

as much as I liked Dong-yoon?

Yes.

You will.

Since you insist so strongly, I shall go on a blind date.

-I'll let her know right away. -Good.

Hi, Song-ah.

Do you not like it?

Oh, no.

It's not that.

Then why aren't you eating it?

To tell you the truth,

I don't eat ice cream often.

What?

The other day, you said you wanted the ice cream at school.

Well…

That was…

That was just an excuse that popped into my head.

What?

An excuse to see you.

What?

I thought you liked ice cream.

That's why I asked to get some.

I do like it.

But you just said you don't like it.

I like it.

I really do.

Come on. You clearly don't like ice cream.

-Give it to me. I'll eat it. -No, I'm going to finish it.

-You don't have to. -No, I'm really…

You're here.

Yes.

I actually got here a while ago,

but I stood outside to listen.

You should have just come in.

What were you playing?

Just this and that.

Take a seat.

How did it sound from the outside?

It was lovely.

Compliments should be more detailed than that.

What? "Detailed"?

I don't know how to describe it.

It was just… Just like…

Like…

"This is the performance of someone who conquers music competitions."

That's what I thought.

Is that a compliment?

Yes, of course.

It didn't sound so.

Was it obvious?

Right.

I saw Professor Yoo Tae-jin just now.

Professor Yoo?

Yes.

What are his lessons like?

It must be different from other professors' lessons,

seeing how outstanding his pupils are.

I don't know.

Actually, I'm not sure.

I've only learned from him since eighth grade,

so I don't know the difference.

But he's nice. He's a nice person.

Darn it. You didn't fall for my trick.

If you said something bad about him,

I was going to complain about Professor Lee.

Come to think of it,

Dong-yoon was such a great teacher.

Teaching me must have been annoying, but he never got annoyed with me.

Are you praising another guy in front of me?

Look at you,

getting all jealous.

I don't think I can have dinner with you today.

-Why not? -It's my friend's birthday.

Mr. Yoon is away for work at the moment,

so he won't be there.

No need to get jealous.

All right. Have fun.

Okay.

I'm going to my lecture, then.

Let's chat soon.

Bye.

What are his lessons like?

It must be different from other professors' lessons,

seeing how outstanding his pupils are.

Why are you back?

Didn't you reject my lessons and run away,

thinking you could practice for the Chopin Competition on your own?

Why?

Did failing in the competition in Australia give you a reality check?

Yeong-in didn't seem to know about it.

Do you not trust her because she and I are close?

Or…

were you afraid that Ms. Nah would find out?

Joon-young.

Without me, you wouldn't have achieved anything.

And in the future too.

You can't do anything without me.

You feel that you must return Ms. Nah's favor,

but you hate learning from me.

Fine.

Then you only have one option.

Win the Chopin Competition.

Then you can stop competing

and won't have to see me again.

I'll let it go just this once.

Don't be distracted. Just play the piano as I say.

Do you understand?

This is Bae Yu-ri from Piano.

I'm Kim Hong-ju from Daesong Daily.

-Congratulations. -How about an interview?

When can I call you?

CONGRATULATIONS! IF YOU COME TO KOREA…

Congratulations, Joon-young!

Second place in the Chopin Competition? Well done.

Win the Chopin Competition.

Then you can stop competing, and you won't have to see me again.

Joon-young.

You still have many performances scheduled as part of your win.

You know, right?

Yes.

Those performances might lead you to getting contacted by a better agency.

I'm not saying the German agent who reached out to you is a bad option.

But it's the first agency you heard from,

and you must think carefully before signing a deal, okay?

Perform more and wait to hear from other agencies--

No.

I'll just sign with them.

I want to leave soon.

-Cheers! -Cheers!

-Happy birthday! -Happy birthday!

-Happy birthday! -Happy birthday!

-It's nice and cold. -A present? Come on.

This is good.

By the way, I didn't know Dong-yoon went on business trips.

What? He's very popular.

Really?

Did you praise me because you knew I'd be here?

-What? -Hey!

This is awkward.

You said you couldn't make it.

I got off work early.

Happy birthday, Min-soo.

Thank you.

Looks like you're doing really well, with your business trips and all.

Not at all.

I struggle to pay my rent.

-Here, Song-ah. -Thanks.

Remember the cake Dong-yoon bought for your birthday?

I wanted to get it for my boyfriend because it was so good, but I gave up.

Eun-ji.

You have to place an order a week ahead

and go all the way to Jamsil to pick it up.

Gosh, that's too much work.

Hey, Min-seong.

Is it Min-seong? Put it on speaker.

-Yes. -Yes.

-Gosh. -Go on.

MIN-SEONG

-Min-seong, I'm-- -Song-ah.

Why did you take so long to pick up?

Sorry, it was on silent.

-You're on speaker-- -You're seeing someone.

Why is your speaker off?

Isn't Joon-young calling you?

Hey, Min-seong. You're on speaker right now.

What? I'm on speaker?

I'm sorry. I'll be there as soon as possible.

I called to tell you that.

Sorry again.

All right, be safe.

-Hey. -You're dating him?

-Seriously? -That Park Joon-young?

Guys, the thing is…

-Since when? -Song-ah.

Are you really dating Park Joon-young?

-Yes, it just happened. -My gosh!

-Oh, my! -This is huge news!

-Seriously? -Since when?

-Why didn't you tell us? -Because it's Min-soo's birthday.

-My gosh. -That's not important now.

Since when?

Is Min-seong coming or not? I wanted to see her today.

Yes.

I'll be right out.

My taxi is here. I'd better go.

-Okay. -Okay, bye.

Bye.

Let's have a drink.

Sure.

Do you know

that it's been so long since we last

drank together?

Yes, you're right.

It's been a long time.

I'm a lightweight.

But I still remember

staying until late

after our weekly practice

chatting with our friends over a beer or two.

That was…

really nice.

But at some point…

I started keeping a secret

that I couldn't tell anyone.

I was afraid I might get drunk

and blurt out what was on my mind,

so I avoided drinking with people.

The thing is, Dong-yoon…

I…

I like Joon-young a lot.

Is that…

your answer?

Is that your answer…

to my confession?

I…

liked you too.

For a very long time.

I liked you very much.

That was the secret I didn't want anyone to know.

But…

Min-seong.

You've been helping her rip the members off

just to get on her good side.

It's kind of embarrassing.

I don't want to talk about my family publicly on TV.

Will you sit in a room playing the piano, barely making a living?

-Why are you here? -Min-seong, I'm so sorry.

I didn't want to lose you.

If you're not busy, go practice for Jeong-gyeong's recital.

Are you feeling uncomfortable right now? You'll be uncomfortable from now on.

Can I make a visit?

To your place.

I wanted to know more about you.