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You still haven't gone home?

I was just about to leave.

I understand you.

I understand why you want to break up.

Mr. Nam is waiting.

Hear me out before you go.

I can't…

break up with you.

Jin-hyuk.

You can…

take the path you want.

But don't expect the same from me.

I'm going to keep my promise.

All those words I said to you, and the promises I made…

I'm going to keep them.

You're making a difficult decision.

I know it's difficult.

But you need to know something.

You can bid me farewell,

but I'm going to keep on loving you.

Let's make a bet again.

Let's see whether it is your farewell

or my love that triumphs.

Take care, then.

I'll see you tomorrow.

You can take the path you want.

But don't expect the same from me.

I can't break up with you.

Seeing that you want to use the dark room,

you must have a lot on your mind.

Did you two end up breaking up?

I thought hard about whether that was best for her,

but I don't think it's the right answer.

But why do you look so troubled?

I have no way of knowing how she's doing...

so I'm worried.

I'm going to go tend the garden,

so you take your time.

She's here!

Did you really receive funds from President Kim of Taegyeong Group?

Is your daughter aware of this?

-Please give us an answer. -How do you feel?

Is President Cha aware of this?

Please tell us.

Did you receive funds from Taegyeong?

Please share your thoughts.

Please tell us the full story!

Assemblyman Cha's wife seems to have...

gone to the prosecution herself.

Here she comes!

Ms. Jin Mi-ok, Assemblyman Cha Jong-hyun's wife,

who admitted to receiving bribes from Taegyeong Group,

has been sent home after hours of questioning

by the prosecution.

She confessed to receiving illegal funds

from President Kim Hwa-jin of Taegyeong Group

when they met in a suite

at Sunrise Hotel in 2008,

the year Assemblyman Cha was successfully re-elected.

Hello?

Dad, are you home? I'm coming over now.

No, don't bother. The reporters are outside.

Your mother will be back soon, so don't worry too much.

Still, Dad…

Soo-hyun.

Things are finally going back to where they ought to be.

There's no need to sulk about it.

I'll talk to you later.

Okay.

Taegyeong Group has firmly denied all suspicions regarding this case,

but Mr. Lee, who was the manager at the time,

testified to her statement,

which means Assemblyman Cha could be arrested,

and President Kim may be called in for questioning…

CHA JONG-HYUN'S WIFE, JIN MI-OK, RETURNS HOME IN SILENCE

SOO-HYUN

JIN-HYUK

Did you cook this yourself?

Sit down for breakfast.

It's good.

Join me.

Mr. Nam, hurry. I need to see my dad.

Hey, Mr. Park.

Really?

Okay.

Mr. Nam?

Soo-hyun.

Your father has been arrested.

Gosh, I didn't even get to see him.

My gosh, he's been arrested.

Ms. Cha's father got arrested.

-I can't believe it. -I know.

Oh, dear.

Oh, my gosh.

ASSEMBLYMAN CHA JONG-HYUN ARRESTED

Soo-hyun.

I know you're frightened.

But don't cry too much.

Don't forget

that there are people who love you.

It'll all work out in the end.

Did you eat anything?

The prosecutors came.

Just when your father was about to eat.

It would have been nice if he could finish his breakfast.

Today was the first day I ever cooked for him.

I resent your father.

Mom, you need to toughen up.

It'll get harder once the trial starts.

You resent me too, right?

I didn't...

expect you to follow after Dad.

I thought I should act like a mother for once.

But don't be so touched.

I'm still regretting it for the hundredth time.

Once the trial's over, let's go on a trip.

Do you think that sort of thing suits us?

Just focus on guarding your hotel.

Your dad may have told you he did this to keep his conscience as a politician,

but he jumped into the fire to protect you from Taegyeong.

Will you be okay here without Dad? I'll give you a room at the hotel.

I can't be bothered.

I don't want people to see me.

You know how I am.

I won't die over this.

So you can go.

Mom.

At times like these,

even if things are hard for both of us,

it'd be nice to hear you say that it's all right,

that everything will work out,

and that we should cheer up.

What's the use? It's all useless.

Let's still practice.

Apparently, that's what people say.

Even if it feels awkward and useless,

let's practice saying that to each other.

You should've eaten more.

It was my treat, you know.

I really enjoyed it.

And this coffee is my treat, so drink to the last drop.

You didn't even finish your food.

Can't you just be honest with me?

Everything's fine.

I know you.

I'm your friend,

but I have no idea what's going on with you.

I'm just upset

that I can't do anything to help President Cha.

I'm sure it'll be a big help just being by her side.

It'd be great if I could be by her side.

Something happened between you and her, right?

She asked me to break up.

She thinks I'll suffer.

And she doesn't want that.

That must hurt.

She probably has it harder.

-What is that? -I bet you don't remember.

You picked this out for me.

I did?

What about this one? Or does the color stand out too much?

It's nice. It's bright, so it'll always be in sight.

I was looking at it.

Really? I guess we clicked.

You still had it all this time?

Let me tell you something funny.

Back then,

I didn't really like this color.

But then you came and recommended this.

"I was actually going to get that." I think that's what I said.

Anyway,

I'm actually not into colors that stand out too much.

Isn't that funny?

I sometimes write…

A journal? No, not really a journal.

I just write notes in it.

Jin-hyuk.

This is a little embarrassing...

but I had a crush on you.

So I'd write in this and think to myself,

"When should I tell him?

When will he realize how I feel about him?"

Then there was that scandal of you and President Cha...

and you two eventually became a great couple.

It must've felt frustrating

coming to work.

It was very frustrating.

But then I began to wonder

if it was you that I really liked,

or if it was the time I spent liking you.

Watching you head straight toward President Cha,

I thought about it based on your standards.

And what I had was just a crush, not love.

I really don't know what to say.

You don't need to say anything.

Jin-hyuk.

You're an amazing person.

You're as amazing as President Cha.

So I'm going to root for you.

Hye-in.

What?

Thanks for liking me.

Well, that's better than apologizing.

It's less embarrassing.

I was just about to say that.

I said, don't apologize.

The reason I took the courage to say this

is because I don't want you to end it with President Cha like this.

That won't happen.

Gosh, it's gone cold.

It's because of your love confession.

That's not what it was.

I just confessed.

You make it sound like a crime.

Stop being absurd.

I guess you're right.

-Then how about acknowledgement? -Same thing.

I feel much better.

No wonder.

Then it's been a while.

Why didn't you tell me they broke up?

I thought Mr. Kim would've told you.

I don't think his brother even knows.

Why did you want to see me today?

Well, this may not be the best time, but…

What is it?

It reminded me of you, so I got it.

I'm allergic to metal.

Please.

This is gold. 14K.

Do you not like the design?

-It's to my taste, yes. -See?

I've been studying you carefully. You always wear something like this.

I'm not going to take this.

But it's gold.

Mr. Lee Dae-chan.

We all have

our own positions, right?

We're all different.

Right. We all have our own positions.

I'm really sorry to say this.

I really am.

Just go ahead and say it.

I have my own standards that I've set for myself.

Some people just choose to ignore that

and dive into another world for true love.

But I'm not like that.

I'm realistic, and if my conditions aren't satisfied,

I put down the brakes.

Meeting you was fun and heart-fluttering at times.

But here I am, putting down my brakes again.

I understand.

That's not a bad thing.

Thank you for thinking that way.

But can't you just take this?

It's too flashy for me.

-Just get a refund. -A refund?

Let's just throw this away.

Just throw it away.

A gift is a gift.

I'm not asking you to come live with me here.

Let's just throw it away. Let's do that.

Throw it away?

Think of it as a gift from a friend

and take it.

Fine, then.

How about a beer?

Shall we drink as friends?

I'm up for it.

Jin-hyuk.

Mom, why are you here? It's cold out.

How long were you out for? You're all cold.

I came out for a walk to cool my head.

Let's go in. It's cold.

Jin-hyuk.

My gosh, seriously.

You're all cold, Mom.

To be honest…

To be honest, I have something to say.

Mom.

I heard everything.

I happened to overhear

you and Dad talking to each other.

But you just pretended you didn't know anything?

At first, I was flustered,

and it really hurt.

But I figured you would think that way since you're my mother.

You resent me, don't you?

No, I understand.

It's because you just don't know

how much I love her...

and what she means to me.

How much do you love her?

And what does she mean to you?

I love her as much as you, Dad,

and Jin-myung.

She asked me to break up.

But when she said those words,

I think she was worrying about you.

She said our family has something beautiful

that you can't buy with money.

And she's scared that she might shatter all that.

That's why she wanted to break up.

I'm…

I'm so sorry.

You did that out of love,

and so did she.

So you see, Mom,

I'm going to protect both your love and hers

no matter what.

Until you come to understand,

and until she is finally free from guilt.

I'm going to wait.

In my own place.

I guess...

I was scared.

I told your father it was because I didn't want to see you get hurt,

but I guess I was actually scared.

You can…

You can hate me.

I love you, Mom.

I can't break up with you.

Let's play that game again.

Let's see whether it is your farewell

or my love that triumphs.

MEETING IN PROGRESS

Do you think our hotel image will be unaffected

by Assemblyman Cha's scandal?

I'm not sure.

The number of guests has actually gone up.

I'm more worried about President Cha.

She must be devastated now that her father's been arrested.

Let's see our wedding merchandise.

Oh, sure. Here.

It was supposed to be just one page,

but they wanted more photos, so we made it two.

Good.

This is what I want.

Stop being distracted.

And who's editing that video for our foundation event?

Mr. Park did the initial editing,

and now I'm adding the music.

The editing is amazing.

-Are you sure? -It always is, coming from me.

Enjoy.

I skipped breakfast because you said you'd buy me lunch.

You and Ms. Cha both love ramyeon.

I'll treat you to bindaetteok next time.

I'm kidding. I'm fine with whatever if it's with you.

She could've thrown in some rice cakes here.

Well, I actually wanted to ask you...

how President Cha's father is doing.

I'm sure he's doing fine physically,

but it's more about how he feels.

If you ever get a chance to meet him,

tell him he doesn't need to worry about President Cha.

Whatever he hears,

tell him it's all just a process.

You mean, about how Soo-hyun asked you to break up?

You understand why she chose to make that kind of decision, right?

President Cha's like that.

She thinks she should put up with things to put others at ease.

So even if you're a bit upset by this…

This is just a process.

It'll all work out eventually.

Yes, let's have faith.

But be honest with me. It's hard, isn't it?

With Soo-hyun being so adamant.

I'm okay.

Because I'll win.

Well, I don't know what this is about,

but let's try to be happy.

Of course.

I won't let myself be sad.

So I've been thinking, Mr. Nam…

Mr. Kim.

I'm just here to drive.

I'm not here to make things difficult for you.

Jin-hyuk, I--

I'm not here to try anything.

I'm not here to make you feel uneasy.

All I want is to take you home safely.

Let me do at least that.

Shall we go, then?

Sitting here in the driver's seat,

I think I finally understand Mr. Nam.

Thank you.

Goodbye, then.

Here.

It's not a ring or anything.

It's just film.

These are pictures I want you to see.

I'm sorry, but just take them back.

No, I insist.

The Cha Soo-hyun that you don't know is all in here.

WAVES ARE NATURAL TO THE OCEAN

She's returned to her old self again.

-Did you buy groceries? -Yes.

I haven't had this in ages.

It's delicious!

It's salty. Have it with rice.

Let me wash up first.

Don't leave it here. You just took a bite.

Is something up?

Why did she cook so much?

President Cha.

You're probably going through enough,

and I'm sorry if I troubled you by asking you to meet.

No, it's okay.

You came all this way.

I think…

I may have made a mistake.

Jin-hyuk told me my actions were out of love

and that you also did the same.

He also told me he's going to protect both our love.

I let my concerns…

get in the way of your relationship.

No, it's not your fault.

I am to blame for all this.

Mrs. Kim.

If I broke up with him because of what you said,

I would've visited you every day and begged you

for your approval.

But I came to this decision

because your concerns

are also what I fear the most.

I love Jin-hyuk a lot.

So much that

I don't want him to go through

what I experienced.

So it's not your fault.

What Jin-hyuk said is right.

I broke up with him because I love him.

So please don't mind me.

You seemed to enjoy my food when you came over last time.

I'm sure you're worried about your father.

But you should at least eat well.

When you get the chance,

you should come over for dinner again.

Please excuse me.

Thank you.

JIN-HYUK

Did you have dinner?

I looked at the sky on my way home,

and the moon was beautiful.

Why don't you eat something?

You may not have time to eat later.

Her eyes always bothered me.

She was always submissive with her words and actions.

But you see,

I was always bothered by the look in her eyes.

How should I put it?

There was no admiration for the power, value, and dignity...

of Taegyeong in Cha Soo-hyun's eyes.

And that always bothered me.

That's why I hated her.

Because of that,

you hated her.

And that was why...

I always felt guilty in front of her.

In the end, I'm getting held back

by Soo-hyun, that insignificant thing.

The questioning may take a while.

I'll wait nearby--

Do you think I've been preparing for this lawsuit

just to take back Donghwa Hotel?

The old, submissive Cha Soo-hyun has changed.

Sometimes, she would even seem

pretty admirable.

But it keeps bothering me...

that what changed her...

wasn't the heir of Taegyeong,

but some son of a fruit seller.

A lawsuit?

I would've done worse.

Mother.

Just think about yourself now.

Everyone else is going back to their rightful place.

What about you?

Where is your place?

My place is right here, protecting you and Taegyeong.

So don't worry.

President Kim.

People from the prosecution are here.

Tell them we'll be right out.

How do you feel right now?

Do you admit to the allegations?

President Kim, just one word!

Tell us how you feel!

Please!

-Please! -Just one word!

Do you admit to the charges brought against you?

PRESIDENT KIM HWA-JIN SUMMONED FOR QUESTIONING

Who knew this day would come?

Man, this feels so good.

-That was the best part. -Should we get going?

Oh, right. Yes.

So how's your mom doing?

Mr. Nam and I visit often.

But I think she still finds it hard going outside.

Please take good care of her for me.

How are you? It's cold these days. Are you doing okay?

Yes, I'm doing fine.

I eat three meals a day,

and I get to read books that I never had the time to read.

Tell me if there are any books you want to read.

I'll send them to you.

I heard you broke up.

What happened?

Dad.

How did it feel when you saw me go through a hard time?

I feel like it might've been harder for you.

It was upsetting, yes.

You were willing to walk the path I chose with me,

but you'd smile less as time went by.

That's why I broke up.

I'm worried the same will happen to Jin-hyuk and his family.

Do you know what's been occupying my thoughts these days?

I thought I worked harder than anybody else,

but no one was happy.

Not you, not your mother,

and not even me.

I know you always think of the people around you first.

But at the end of the day,

you need to look after yourself first.

Can you really tell me

you can go on living like this your whole life?

Mrs. Lee.

I was wondering if President Cha had come by at all.

No, she hasn't.

Should I call you if she does?

No. I'm sorry to have bothered you so late.

-Good night. -All right.

Help me.

Can you fetch my shoe for me?

Can you check the guest list for the orchestra dinner?

All the members will attend,

so please check the menu once more.

Yes, President Cha.

What's this?

Oh, well…

Mr. Kim Jin-hyuk asked me to pass it on to you.

Okay.

Okay, then.

These are the shoes that brought you to me.

And I believe

they will bring you to me once again.

Recently, you've only been walking rugged paths.

So I hope these shoes remind you...

of all the happy steps we took together.

And also remember

that you are my one and only love.

Don't ever forget that.

All those words I said to you and promises I made,

I'm going to keep them.

You can bid me farewell,

but I'm going to keep on loving you.

-Mr. Nam, I'm getting off here. -Okay.

Gosh, it's even snowing.

Who is it?

Who's there?

Goodness, President Cha.

What a lovely smile.

Beautiful.

You look so happy.

These are pictures I want you to see.

The Cha Soo-hyun that you don't know is all in here.

Should I take you home?

To Hongje-dong, please.

What will you do once the playground is gone?

I finally realized

how I felt deep down inside.

During all those times I spent with you,

I was smiling.

I didn't know I could smile happily like that.

Keep on smiling like that, Soo-hyun.

I can't smile

without you.

So let me...

stay by your side.

I want to keep smiling

right by your side.

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry I asked you to break up.

Don't be sorry.

Thank you…

for taking the courage.

I love you.

I love you,

Jin-hyuk.

It's so romantic with the snow and all.

But why isn't she coming back?

CHAN'S WHELKS

Here you go. The extra whelks are on the house.

Thank you.

I poured the beer up to the brim too.

For you especially.

Then please excuse us.

Why? We should join them.

Please enjoy yourselves.

Please enjoy.

We should have dinner at my place.

I have so much food.

What?

Your mother cooked it for me.

Really?

I felt too guilty to eat any of the food, but I can finally eat it now.

Then after this, let's eat at your place.

So where did you put your ring?

I carried it with me every day, so don't get mad.

At least you're loyal.

It's love, not loyalty.

Give it here.

Don’t ever take it off again, okay?

Promise me, okay?

I won't take my ring off,

and I'll take lots of pictures with my camera.

You still have the case, right?

Yes.

Do you know why I gave that case to you?

I know.

Because you want to be my house.

My gosh, see?

You're smart enough to know that,

but you were going for a sad ending?

You told me not to be sorry, but you're upset again.

Sorry. I got a little upset just now.

So I've been thinking.

I wanted to make one too.

I'll build a pretty house for you too.

I see.

But it'll take at least a year.

It didn't take me long because I'm me.

But that shouldn’t matter to you since you'll be with me for a long time.

I told you a million times

that I'll be with you forever and ever.

WE'RE CLOSED FOR THE DAY

IF I GOT TO SEE YOU AGAIN, I WANTED TO ASK

IF YOU HAVE A BOYFRIEND FROM FRUIT-SELLER

ONE YEAR LATER

CONGRATULATIONS ON JOINING THE DONGHWA FAMILY

Do you drink, Mr. Oh?

I can't hold my liquor at all.

That's not good for work.

My mother told me you shouldn't hold such prejudice.

-Are you a mama's boy? -Yes.

I must say I am.

-Mr. Kim. -Yes, Mr. Park?

Did you not educate him?

I'm sorry. I'll teach him everything spoonful by spoonful, starting with beer.

You drink beer with a spoon?

-Yes, we only drink using spoons. -I see.

Do you like squid?

No, not really.

Then I think we click.

No, I don't think so.

Hey, I like this guy.

Hey.

"Hey"?

-It's "Mr. Park." -Enough.

-Use honorifics. -Everyone.

-Get back to work. -Yes, ma'am.

Hey.

Kwang-hee, I'll teach you how to use the copy and fax machine.

President Jung.

Your mother has refused to see you once again.

I see.

I'll try again next week.

Yes, sir.

Did you happen to be nearby again?

Yes.

Must you call me out every single time?

Those earrings suit you.

Gosh, that's sweet.

If you're getting your hopes up,

-just stop. -But here you are.

That's because you told me you'll wait until I'm here.

Take a good peek at your heart and think about

why you always come out.

My gosh, you're unbelievable.

-Hello. -May I take a look?

Sure, take your time.

You're looking better and better each time.

-Really? -Yes, and so is Jin-hyuk.

Does he come often? He never told me.

He comes by sometimes.

But he's a rather boring fellow.

He is?

He only talks about books. Is he the same when he's with you?

He talks about famous restaurants when he's with me.

Honey.

Yes?

I'm so irritated with Jin-hyuk.

Why?

He keeps bringing his girlfriend home,

and now I'm out of recipes.

There's a limit to cooking the same thing.

Why can't they just eat out?

Why come home? Right, honey?

Charge them.

Right.

I should do that. That's not a bad idea.

Jin-hyuk, that punk.

The mandarins are sweet this year. Right, honey?

-They taste good. -Yes.

I went to visit Mr. Cha yesterday,

and he wants to go hiking once he's released.

But why hiking? It's so tiring.

You call this a hike?

Hiking is when you go up to drink makgeolli.

Going any higher is mountain climbing.

Why did you buy hiking gear?

Why are you so selfish?

People with big heads like me get affected more by gravity,

so it's harder to climb mountains.

What would you know when your head is so small?

You and your head size.

You have to bring it up each time.

Gosh, this acorn jelly is a killer. Try some.

You can't get fat eating these.

But what if I end up like you?

What do you mean?

-The food is good here. -Here you go.

-Thank you. -Enjoy.

-Thank you. -Thanks.

Why does Dae-chan keep disappearing? Is he really starting a franchise?

I don't know. He's always gone.

Oh, by the way…

Take a look.

-What? -He's a friend from the army.

He's the same age as you, and he's really nice.

Should I set you up with him?

No, I'm not interested.

Why? Are you still not over Jin-hyuk?

Just give up already. It's no use.

How much more do I have to beat you up?

At least meet him.

Go meet him yourself.

I'll set you up, okay? I'll even come with you.

-Stop being absurd. -Okay?

Stop following me!

Gosh.

It's not like she'll date me instead.

What a pretty neighborhood.

Right?

Very pretty.

-The neighborhood? -No.

Then who?

Did you visit my dad?

Yes, I visit sometimes.

Did he talk about me?

He said you're too boring.

That you only talk about books.

Well, I started out by talking about music.

But we didn't have anything in common.

I think your father's taste in music is very different from mine.

So you switched the topic to books?

Yes. Did he find that boring?

I guess so.

We have some ham left at home, right? Should we make a sandwich?

Let's make kimchi fried rice.

What? But I'm not good at making that.

You won't improve unless you keep trying.

It's not that I don't want to make it.

It just tastes really bad.

But kimchi and ham together can't taste bad.

Hey, that's what I said.

-Really? -Yes.

Be careful, guys.

-Will you be busy in the second quarter? -Me?

-Yes. -The Cuba project has been finished.

I don't think so.

Then can you make some time?

-Time? -Yes.

To do what?

I just asked.

Shall we go to Santiago?

Why don't we go there after we get married?

Let's go eat something delicious.

What about kimchi fried rice?

-Today's a good day, so… -So?

Let's go eat something really delicious.

Okay.

Let's go eat something really delicious.

Like what?

Fermented bean stew.

Okay.

Isn't this right?

No.

Yes, it is. This is the pose.

They're leaning against each other like this.

When will you make a case for my camera?

I'm still thinking about how I should make it.

-I told you it'll take a year. -No, it won't.

Whatever.

Give me a bigger smile.

One, two, three.

-Let me check the mirror. -No need. You're beautiful.

One, two, three.

Of the many stars,

one is shining down on me.

Of the many people,

here I am looking up at that star.

You and I share great intimacy between us.

Where,

in what form…

-shall we meet again? -Shall we meet again?

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Subtitle translation by: Jeong-yon Kim