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Who is he?

You go in first.

What are you doing here, Dad?

This is embarrassing.

Did you have to slap me in front of my friend?

Come with me.

Are you okay?

Should I call the police?

There's no need.

You go on in.

I think it'll be a while.

Who is that man?

He's my dad.

Are you trying to embarrass me?

Is that why you're doing this?

No.

If you want to be a clown, go study abroad and do it there.

No, I don't want to.

I've already told you.

I'm going to stay here.

This isn't a discussion. It's an order.

I have no energy left to put up with your antics.

"Antics"?

That word is better suited for the fact that you're running for office.

You look pathetic, trying to sweep your bastard son under the rug

for that stupid election.

-What? -Just disown me instead.

I never asked you take me in anyway.

You abandoned me and took me back in.

And you'll abandon me again.

You're the one who turned me into a mess.

I don't want to abandon you again.

That's why I'm doing this.

Do you know how much I've had to sacrifice

to get to where I am now?

Even your mom...

I don't want to...

have to abandon you.

That's why I'm doing this.

Do you want me to forsake everything?

Shall I give up everything from the election to the foundation...

and just live as nothing but your dad?

Thanks for understanding.

Get everything in order by next month.

I'll get things ready to send you to a school abroad.

I'd like you to leave quietly without telling anyone.

If the media catches wind of you,

things will get complicated for you and me both.

Some live

With their dreams forgotten

Some live

On stolen dreams

And others say

Dreams don't exist

Regular college track students aren't allowed to use the studio.

I know. I was about to leave.

You can stay.

I won't tell on you.

That song you just sang...

I really wanted to sing it at the showcase.

Why?

Is it one of your favorite songs?

It's not so much that.

There's a duet planned for the showcase.

You can get more attention if you sing a duet.

You think so?

But it doesn't matter.

Who cares whether or not I get the spotlight?

No one's coming to see me anyway.

What about your parents? Are they not coming?

No.

My mom...

probably cares more about her supermarket customers than me.

She's not even interested in knowing

what I'm good at

or what I want to do.

But it would be cathartic if I could sing that song.

The lyrics really reflect my state of mind.

I feel the same way.

I should get going.

Bye.

Who is it?

Hello.

Shouldn't you be practicing the duet with Ri-a right now?

She sings in unison even in the parts that require harmonies.

Ms. Si, can't I just do a solo?

Or could you pair me up with someone else?

Why? I thought long and hard before putting you two together.

It's boring.

You know me. It shows when something doesn't interest me.

Do you go on stage just for fun?

If you're going to have that mindset, I suggest you quit this school now.

Number One, you're not as smart as I thought you were.

Ri-a is a blessing to you.

I'm a blessing?

You have no chance as a soloist.

You're talented,

but not talented enough to captivate the public.

So...

what is it that you really need right now?

A star like Ri-a who can help you step into the limelight.

So consider her a blessing

and stay right by her side.

That way, when the camera captures her,

you might be able to squeeze in.

Talent only matters

after you've managed to captivate the audience.

If you want to sing just for fun,

go to a karaoke room.

-Yes? -Do you have some time now?

Do you want me to forsake everything?

Shall I give up everything from the election to the foundation...

and just live as nothing but your dad?

There he is.

Hey.

Yes?

I have something to ask you.

Me?

Can you come to the showcase

to see me?

Why should I?

Everyone's parents are coming except mine.

It'll be a bummer if everyone gets flowers but me.

Get everything in order by next month.

I'd like you to leave quietly without telling anyone.

-Okay. -Hey!

Then I'll see you at the showcase. Thanks.

Hey. Have you forgotten?

Our showcase is on the same day.

I'm out.

Good luck.

Why?

Why, all of the sudden?

Is it because of Baek-hee?

No, it's not that.

I was going to pull out anyway.

Hey.

What is the matter with you?

Pull out of what?

Of everything.

Everything we set out to do.

Something...

must've happened yesterday.

What did your dad want to talk to you about?

Nothing happened.

I'm just...

sick and tired of everything.

Why are you sick of everything all of a sudden?

When I really think about it,

everything's fake anyway.

I don't even think there's any point in starting.

It's not like you didn't know that.

-You knew from the get-go. -No.

I didn't know.

But I can now see exactly where I'll end up.

Getting all enthusiastic and excited

over nothing...

is stupid.

Then what about our chat yesterday?

At the bus station,

you told me

that you want to go on stage

with me.

I did?

I don't remember.

Really?

So...

I guess I was the only one who was

genuinely enthusiastic and excited about it.

How stupid of me.

With so many uniquely different talents

Everyone says that they're right

They all say this is what a dream should be like

Who am I? Do I dream of a better tomorrow?

Who am I? What's my dream?

Let's stay for another hour.

Sorry, I don't think I can.

I have a very important engagement.

Really? What is it?

Well...

It's just something really important.

-Where do you have to go? I'll take you. -No, you can't. No way.

I mean...

I can go by myself.

It's close by.

I'll take off, then.

You're making me want to come with you even more.

Where are you going?

Please. Don't ask me. Please don't.

Okay. Bye, then.

Thanks.

I had a lot of fun with you today.

Me too.

Bye.

The rehearsal is more important.

Yes! The rehearsal. I should get going.

No. This is an opportunity of a lifetime.

I can't pass this up.

No. The rehearsal is more important.

The other kids must be waiting for me.

The rehearsal. I should go...

Jason...

Gosh, what should I do?

The rehearsal.

The rehearsal.

The rehearsal. I have to go!

Why did Jinguk pull out all of the sudden?

I don't know. We asked him, but he just wouldn't tell us.

I can't believe this.

Coming here wasn't easy for me.

Hey, I have a bad feeling about this.

Even if the school will be empty,

what if someone stops by unexpectedly?

We'll be screwed if we get caught.

Let's say we don't get caught.

How are we going to have these three kids fill up a whole hour without Jinguk?

Guys, let's just call it quits here.

Well, I...

If that's what you think we should do...

We're not quitting.

I reorganized the parts without Jinguk.

And with "Someone's Dream,"

I think Phil-sook can sing it as a solo instead of a duet.

-What do you think? -Hey!

-I was talking-- -Okay.

I'll do it as a solo.

Am I inaudible to you guys or what?

But the choreography will look empty without Jinguk.

Sam-dong's dancing isn't good enough.

-Even you're going to be like this? -Then...

how about you fill in, Mr. Yang?

Me?

You'd look like a high school student if you put on a uniform.

You look a lot younger than your age.

What? With this face? Are you kidding me?

Come on. It's totally doable.

Last week, a cashier at the liquor store asked me for my ID.

You look like an illegal alien--

If you say that to anybody, they'll think you've lost your mind.

-What? You brat. -All right. Enough.

Let's not give up, guys.

My parents spent a fortune on my guitar and vocal lessons

over the past four years so that I could get into Kirin.

I have to show them something even if it's fake.

That way, I'll feel less ashamed.

All right, then. It looks like the situation is somewhat sorted out now,

so let's start rehearsing.

-Okay. -All right, let's do this!

I shouldn't dance as well as I normally do if I want to be convincing, right?

Shut up and get down to business.

But do you think it's possible? I can't really hide how amazing of a dancer I am.

-Shut your mouth, okay? -All right.

Guys, watch. The first step.

Slide away. Like this.

Then pull your feet toward you and turn like this.

Now, slide to the opposite side.

It's the same idea, but do it with your whole body this time. Up.

All the way up and stop.

Slide, stop. Now, the other way.

Slide, stop.

Here's your letter of admission.

What else is in here?

And here's your passport.

You must be hungry now.

Here's your bankbook.

2010 FIRST SEMESTER SHOWCASE

-Mom. -Yes?

What's this?

-"You're invited to our showcase." -What is it?

Oh, my baby!

-We're invited to the showcase. -Yes, that's amazing.

-We have to go. -We're so proud of you, Phil-sook.

TO: MS. SONG NAM-BUN DAMBONG, SOUTH GYEONGSANG

Wouldn't it look so cool when we use an industrial fan to blow these on stage?

Yes.

You should go to bed.

I'll finish the rest.

I'm fine.

I'm not tired.

Thanks.

You're going through so much to help me out.

You don't need to thank me.

I told you that I'm doing this to repay you.

You've already done more than enough.

My head is all better now,

and I know how much you've done for me.

So don't feel like you have to try so hard.

Just take it easy now.

I'm also...

Are you...

sleeping?

Hey, Jinguk. You're coming to the showcase, right?

Hey.

What's that melody?

Have you started writing songs again?

This isn't mine.

Sam-dong came up with the melody.

Wow. I'm impressed.

How does he know these chords?

This will be great for a refrain.

I know, right? It'd make an awesome song with the right verse and bridge.

Then for the verse...

-Something like this? -Then the bridge can be...

That's really good.

Hey, then how about...

This reminds me of when we were in high school.

We were always writing music and singing by that huge music mall.

I know. We wrote so many songs back in those days.

Do you remember this one? Listen up.

The moment I first saw you

I completely froze

-My gosh. You made it, Mr. Yun. -Yes.

What do you say? Can I look forward to today's showcase?

Of course, that goes without saying.

This time, I want the big fish. You know what I mean, right?

Sure thing.

We'll make sure we call Jason and Ri-a first.

Oh, my. Big fish, indeed.

You guys are all ready, right?

-Hello, Ms. Maeng. -Hi.

-Get up, So-hyeon. -Yes, ma'am.

It needs to be cinched at the waist again. Just a second, okay?

This one is not that great either.

I think it looks fine. You don't like it?

Jason, make sure you stay right by my side at all times, okay?

That way, people might notice you by default.

I'm as put off as you are by having to go on stage with you.

What did you just say?

My gosh. Jason!

Why would you send the master recording for the showcase to the school?

It should've been sent to KBC. Good grief.

Okay. I'll have to go there and get it.

Where in the faculty room?

Even if the school will be empty,

what if someone stops by unexpectedly?

We'll be screwed if we get caught.

So next time, send it via e-mail rather than mailing a CD-ROM.

This is nuts.

Sir, where are you going?

The showcase is about to start.

To the school. They sent the master CD to the school.

I'll go and get it.

-Why? -Well, I left my outfit at school too.

-I'll e-mail you the master recording. -What?

-It's in the faculty room, right? -Wait, Jason!

This bus goes to Kirin Art School, right?

Yes, ma'am. Hop on.

Please sit here.

My gosh, thank you so much. Thank you.

You must be going to Kirin Art School for the showcase.

Yes, I am.

I guess you're going there for the showcase as well.

Yes. Our daughter will be performing.

My gosh, I was so worried that I might not know

where to get off.

This is great.

2010 FIRST SEMESTER SHOWCASE SPONSORED BY WHITE ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY

What's that?

I got it made.

I wanted to make sure this showcase would look decent because I'm sponsoring it.

Oh, I also told all of my employees to come,

so the auditorium should fill up.

Thank you very much.

But why are you going to such lengths to help us?

Just think of it as a little promotional gift,

a special promotional gift for our VIP customer.

I feel like I'm Cinderella or something.

And you are my savior, so that makes you...

my fairy godmother.

Me?

Yes.

You're... Never mind.

Mr. Gong, I just sent the file to you. Please check your e-mail.

Yes, I'm leaving now. Okay.

Miss Sushi, you owe me one.

Yes, it's me. Is there anything else we need?

I think Ms. Maeng took care of the list yesterday.

I can take that, Hye-mi.

-I'm fine. -I can carry both.

This isn't heavy.

Right, so just let me carry it since it's not heavy.

I said I'm fine.

Oh, there you are.

I was looking for you guys. Give it a listen.

We just finished recording it.

There.

Mr. Kang.

This song. It's...

Yes. It's your song. Mr. Yang and I put on the finishing touches.

You really wrote this song?

No. I was just banging on the keyboard.

It was never this good.

What do you think? Don't you think it'll be perfect for the finale?

I think it'd be nice to have your mom hear the song you wrote.

Mr. Kang.

Mr. Kang!

-Mr. Kang! -Goodness.

With so many uniquely different talents

Everyone says that they're right

They all say this is what a dream should be like

Right here.

This is when Jinguk should've come in.

What a shame.

-Should I fill in? -Pardon?

Should I?

No, it's okay. I can do it as a solo.

All right.

But why don't you want to do a duet with me?

Pardon? No. It's not that.

I just think that it would be better if I did it alone.

-Right? -Yes.

Can I join?

Jason.

What are you doing here?

That song. You sang it with me at the karaoke.

Let's sing it together.

Don't you have to go to the showcase?

It's way too boring there.

So what do you say? Can I sing it with you?

Well... I'd love that, but...

Won't it get you into trouble though?

Then I'll get into trouble.

You can come out, Mr. Yang.

You saw me?

Darn it.

So you saw me.

Look. It'll be the end of me if the other teachers find out.

My lips are sealed.

Hello?

Yes, Mr. Gong.

Yes, I have everything. I'm on my way now.

What? Jason is not there?

No. I didn't see him here.

Okay. I'll look for him.

Where is Jason? What's taking him so long?

-Do you think he ran away? -What?

Why would he?

What do you think?

He always talked about how much he wants to ditch Ri-a and do a solo.

Who does he think he is?

It's not like I was happy about doing a duet with a nobody like him.

I never wanted to perform with him.

Forget it. I'm out.

I didn't come to this school to be treated like this.

Ri-a! Gosh, these brats. Ri-a!

Hello? Mom?

Hey, Baek-hee. When do you go on?

-What? -When is your showcase performance?

Mr. Yang is watching the store for me. I have to get back soon.

When do you come on?

I'm the third performer.

The third?

Okay.

You'd better do a good job.

I'll drag you off the stage myself if you don't.

Mom is really here?

WINGS FOR DREAMS

2010 FIRST SEMESTER SHOWCASE

If I do make it

and go on stage...

I hope...

you are there with me.

I want you to be here on stage with me today.

What are we going to do about the opening number

now that Jason and Ri-a are out?

Tell me about it. To make matters worse, it's a duet.

Who's going to be able to cover for them?

Should we do it ourselves?

Sorry. Ri-a!

If I had known, I would've worn sequins too.

I'm sorry I've come empty-handed.

Good luck today.

Jinguk.

Help me out.

My mom is here.

-Your mom? -Yes.

I really want her to see my duet performance today.

I'm sorry.

For once,

I'd like to stand proud before her.

Does this not

have a zoom?

Let's sit here.

MA DU-SIK CEO OF WHITE ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY

Bust shots of the kids, please.

I'd also like many full shots.

Excuse me.

Aren't you the man who was in that expensive car?

Don't you remember me?

My neighbor-to-be. It's nice to see you again.

Likewise.

Are you helping out here too?

-Yes. -So you're a fake reporter?

I am a real reporter, but I'm acting as a fake one today.

I see.

Does that mean you're also...

Yes, that's right. I'm acting as a fake CEO of an entertainment agency.

Oh, I see.

So you're in the industry.

It's strange we've never met before.

I've been an arts and entertainment reporter for ten years.

Well, it's nothing strange.

You see, I work mostly with underground bands.

Okay. Get the kids on standby.

Also, don't forget to do a final check on the master CD.

Mr. Kang.

Who... Ms. Si.

Stop this right now.

Shouldn't you be at KBC?

What the heck are you doing here?

Well, I'm...

Couldn't you just let this one slide?

We paid money to rent the auditorium.

And there are no classes today. It's just a small event we put together.

"A small event"? Is this a joke or what?

It's not a joke.

The kids and I are dead serious about this.

And their parents are here to see them perform.

So? You've invited your students' parents to this fake showcase.

What the hell are you thinking?

They really want to see their children performing on stage.

-For their sake-- -You're not doing them any good.

If you really care about them,

you should tell them quickly that their kids aren't good enough.

That way, they can help their kids find another path.

Their children are wasting time, chasing a futile dream.

If they only knew, they'd get their kids to seek new dreams.

The same...

goes for the kids.

They can't fly, yet you're pushing them off a cliff telling them that they can.

That could hurt them. It might even kill them.

You're blinded by emotion now.

You're doing something you should never do to your students and their parents.

Do you understand what I'm saying?

Mr. Kang.

You're much crueler...

than I am.

Yes.

Everything...

you just said is right.

Okay.

Give me the walkie-talkie. I'll sort out the situation.

Okay.

-What's that? -What?

Mr. Kang, what do you think you're doing now? Let me down already!

Hey! Mr. Kang! What the hell are you doing now?

Your purse.

Mr. Kang! What the hell are you thinking? Open this right now!

I'm sorry, Ms. Si.

I really am. You can beat me up later.

You can even sue me.

You'd better open this now. Open up!

Well... Like you said,

I may have become a bad teacher without my knowing,

so I'll make things right.

And on that note,

-I have to go. -You have to go?

Wait, Mr. Kang. Hey!

Kang Oh-hyeok, you're such a douchebag!

Some keep

Their dreams in their hearts

Some share

Their dreams with others

And others live to fulfill their dreams

Some live

With their dreams forgotten

Some live

On stolen dreams

And others say dreams don't exist

In this world, there are so many people

With so many uniquely different talents

Everyone says that they're right

They all say this is what a dream should be like

-Some keep -Some keep

-Their dreams in their hearts -Their dreams in their hearts

Some share

Their dreams with others

And others live

To fulfill their dreams

-Some live -Some live

With their dreams forgotten

Some live

On stolen dreams

And others say

Dreams don't exist

Every night, I dream and dance on stage

The crowd roars, and the sound of my heartbeat opens my eyes

Then back to the grim reality

I feel empty and anxious every day

In order to fill up that emptiness, I practice over and over again

The value of life learned from wiped tears, sweat, and blood

No pain, no gain

I mustn't be discouraged, I must become stronger

Love, friends, hopes, and dreams

The strength that raises me up every time

I'm ready to rise again

Lights, camera, action, now

In this world, there are so many people

With so many uniquely different talents

Everyone says that they're right

They all say this is what a dream should be like

Who am I? Do I dream of a better tomorrow?

Who am I? I don't have any dreams, do I?

Who am I? Do I dream of a better tomorrow?

Who am I? What's my dream?

The principal is going to kill us.

This is better than putting no one on stage.

He barely had any chance to rehearse,

yet he was so good.

Mom.

Jinguk.

Thank you. I really appreciate it.

No, I should thank you.

What?

The truth is, I came here...

because I was running away.

I wanted to call it quits with everything.

But now...

I'm going to start anew.

Now, I know what I really want to do

and who I want to be with.

I have a clear direction now.

It's all thanks to you.

I see.

Thanks for today.

I have to run.

Does that mean I'm not the one

who he wants to be with?

Hey, Hyun Si-hyuk.

Are you the student who was handpicked by the director?

Who are you?

Do you have a moment to spare?

Is your mom here?

Yes, she is.

Get ready. We're up next.

It would've been nice to have your dad here too.

Oops.

No.

It's probably better that he's not here.

He would've been upset to see

that I've had to give up

classical singing.

Really?

What does your mom think the nature of our relationship is?

She thinks that you're

head over heels for me.

You're Juliet and I'm Romeo.

Fine.

I'll be your Juliet for just today.

You can do a good job, right?

Yes, I can.

It was for a high five.

Don't you know what a high five is?

High vibe?

-That's my son. -Oh, really?

Little by little, my cold heart

Seems to have melted

Because you walked into my life

And before I even knew it

You filled up my heart

I'm not sure since when, but I started

To think about you as soon as I got home

Seeing myself like that made me realize

That you're already in my heart

-Maybe you’re the one -Maybe you’re the one

-Maybe, perhaps -Maybe, perhaps

-Perhaps you're -Perhaps you're

-My other half I've been waiting for -My other half I've been waiting for

-Maybe it is true -Maybe it is true

-We're always -We're always

-Right by each other, so we didn't know -Right by each other, so we didn't know

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

I hope it's not too late

I just realized my feelings for you, and I hope you'll accept me

I know it's late and that it took me so long to realize

-But my feelings for you will never change -But my feelings for you will never change

-Maybe it is true -Maybe it is true

-We're always -We're always

-Right by each other, so we didn't know -Right by each other, so we didn't know

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

-Baby, I'm in love with you -Baby, I'm in love with you

-In love -In love

Great job.

That was awesome.

No.

I was off-key a few times, and there were a few flats as well.

How did it feel to be on stage?

It was great.

It was really great.

That's all that matters.

Mr. Kang.

Well...

Remember how I told you that I could no longer

see my dream because it seemed to be getting away from me?

Yes.

Now,

I can see it very clearly.

My dream is...

very beautiful.

It's so beautiful

that I want to make it come true, no matter what.

And I think my journey toward that dream

will bring me great happiness.

I'm glad to hear that.

But... Sam-dong.

Yes?

Since the showcase was successful

you should now...

We should...

Hey, what's wrong?

Are you not feeling well?

You look pale. Are you okay?

Sam-dong.

Oh, I'm fine.

My ears got muffled for a second.

They may have gone into shock

from all the thunderous applause I got.

-You scared me there. -I was scared too.

Anybody outside?

What took you so long?

Ms. Si.

What were you doing in there?

Ms. Si!

You're not doing them any good.

If you really care about them,

you should tell them quickly that their kids aren't good enough.

Their children are wasting time, chasing a futile dream.

If they only knew, they would get their kids to seek new dreams.

Mr. Kang.

You're much crueler than I am.

Hello, I'm Kang Oh-hyeok, a teacher here at Kirin Art School.

I'd like to sincerely thank you, all parents and guests,

for joining us today and showing your wholehearted support

for our students.

I stand before you

because I owe you an apology.

What's up with him?

An apology? For what?

The showcase you watched today

was actually fake.

-I'm sorry. -He's nuts.

The students who performed today

actually didn't make it to the real showcase.

What?

-They didn't make it? -We organized this event

to keep their failure from you, the parents.

Parents always ask us these questions.

"Does my child have what it takes to be a star?

Should my child stay on this path?

Does my child have talent?"

You may wonder, "What if my kid falls off a cliff without knowing how to fly?

What if my child gets hurt?"

I'm sure you're scared.

The truth is,

I don't know if my students

have what it takes.

If the teacher doesn't know, who does?

But there's one thing I know for sure.

The students who performed today want to fly more than anyone else that I know.

They truly love the stage and want to perform on stage.

They spent days cutting up paper to make confetti.

They haven't slept in days, preparing for a show

that has no bearing on their grades.

That's how much they wanted to perform today.

Their passion for performing

and their dreams moved me.

They are convinced that the journey to their dreams will be a happy one.

Wouldn't it be too cruel

to keep these students from even trying

because they may be let down?

I think that boundless passion is a form of talent.

And I clearly saw that talent in them today.

Hence, I want to put my faith in their talent

and tell them that they should soar high into the sky.

I don't know how strong their wings are,

but I want them to at least give it a go.

And I'll do everything in my power to make sure

that the journey to their dreams can be a happy one.

Of course, they will need a safety net.

That way, they won't get hurt even if they fall.

I think family is that safety net.

Please continue to show them your support

and keep rooting for them.

That is my plea to you.

Thank you very much

for listening.

He's such a sap.

I always wondered how that fool could teach kids,

but he's actually a good teacher. I'm rooting for you, Oh-hyeok!

That's my little brother.

What's this?

Dad, I owe you an apology for so many things.

You were right.

Going to Kirin was just one of my antics.

It was also a rebellion.

I didn't really want to become a singer,

but...

I just wanted to put you in a bind.

I'm sorry.

I know that politics is your long-held dream.

I'm sorry I looked down...

on your dream.

Now that I have a dream, I've realized this.

No dream...

deserves to be laughed at.

I hate it when you beat around the bush like this.

Just get to the point.

I've decided that I don't want to leave.

There's something I want to do here.

I want to perform.

This is neither antics nor a rebellion.

It's what I genuinely want.

So you want to

drag me down.

No. I'm going to root for you, Dad.

I'll be a son you won't be ashamed of.

So please root for me too, Dad.

Hye-mi, I have something to tell you. Meet me at the hideout at six.

Hello, Mr. Kim.

Who are these guys?

Get in, Si-hyuk.

Where are we going?

We can talk in the car.

You're telling me to make my professional debut?

Why is Jinguk's name there?

He did the opening number with Baek-hee at the showcase.

Thank you for looking down on me and calling me third-rate.

I meant it when I said that I want to be on stage with you.

I'm not mad at you. I don't think I have the right to be mad at you.

Don't you ever do anything like this again.

If you feel the same way, meet me at the top of the staircase.

You're something else. People tend to quit when things come to this.

Give me 200 days. I'll be back, thin and pretty.

Can I tell you why I'm crying?

No, don't.

I think you should know the reason.

Don't!