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Put the ingredients in the fridge.

Okay.

We're closed for... My goodness.

My gosh. Aren't you the chicken lady?

What brings you all here?

Okay, so, the thing is...

We're here to give you a warning.

A warning?

(Episode 15)

A warning? I don't think I quite follow.

I've been...

watching you for a few days after you opened your diner and...

Yes, I'm listening.

Well...

The way you operate your diner isn't...

It doesn't fit the market tradition.

It's tasteless to be exact.

What do you mean by "tasteless"?

Let's start with the sign out front.

The drawing on it is a bit hard to understand.

The sign out front? It was for my previous business,

and it's practically brand new.

It'll be a waste of money to throw it away,

so I thought I'd make good use of it.

Hold on.

Are you saying you're going to keep using that?

What else can we do?

New signs cost extra money...

and we spent every last penny we had for buying this place.

We're broke.

It's not like you ladies will pay for a new one.

Also, please refrain...

from soliciting people out on the street to come inside.

We don't know what sort of business you previously ran,

but we don't do that here.

Why not?

How can you run a business without asking customers to come inside?

We live in an era of self-promotion.

Only accepting customers who walk in willingly...

- is too old-fashioned. - Exactly.

It's nice that you're taking initiative, but...

- But then we're good, right? - Right.

So what else?

Your clothes and hair! That's what I hate the most.

Who shows skin like this in a small diner?

One might think you're a call girl.

Tell me about it.

Who cares what you think?

Are you saying we're not allowed to wear what we want?

Must those who run a business at a market...

wear baggy pants of all colors and have extra curly hair?

It's like a uniform, if you ask me.

Fashion is all about being satisfied with yourself.

It's not like we're carrying around daggers,

so I'd appreciate some level of respect for our individuality.

While we're at it, let me explain my makeup.

Growing up in the woods gave me so many freckles.

I would've given anything to be born with...

fair skin like yours,

but all I can do is conceal it now.

I'm sure the sister understands.

- What? - So,

did that answer your questions? I tried my best, you know.

You're probably exhausted, so go ahead and get some rest.

Gosh, look at the bags under your eyes.

You must be exhausted.

Then get home safely.

- Girls, let's call it a day. - Sure.

- Mop the floor. - Got it.

- Mop the floor! - What on earth?

Mop, mop.

My goodness.

My gosh.

Let's go.

Can you believe it?

Gosh, look at the time.

I should close up. See you tomorrow.

I need to clean up too. Bye, Ok Boon.

What now?

You dragged me here and look what happened.

What will they think of me now?

I'll never lead the pack again, so don't you make me.

What on earth are you blaming me for?

What has that woman been eating?

Never have I seen a woman...

that boisterous and shameless before.

No, sir. Saying that won't persuade us.

We're not going on TV. We won't change our minds.

Gosh, what's this smell?

The stew must be burning.

Sir, I'll call you back. I'm terribly sorry!

No, sir. That's not it.

It's not because you did anything wrong.

No, it's just that we're...

That's not it.

Wait, what's that smell?

I mean sound? I think I'm hearing something.

Someone must be at the door.

I'll call you back. I'm terribly sorry.

I thought my ears were going to melt.

He's been calling us back and forth for hours now.

Why won't he give up already?

Tell me about it. The man sure can whine.

It doesn't seem like he'll give up easily. Now what?

What else can we do?

It's not like we can actually go on TV.

That's not what I meant.

Why don't we...

just tell the director our status?

Are you serious?

Have you forgotten that he's close to your mother?

This isn't at all like keeping your brother's secret.

Who do you think the director is closer to?

Us or your mother?

The show is next week, so let's hold him off until then.

I'm sure they'll look for a substitute shortly.

I can't believe the stress.

The stew has completely boiled down. How am I supposed to eat this?

But I saw you eat earlier today.

You want more?

Well, Si Hoo didn't like the hospital food,

so she packed some food for him.

She packed too much and asked me to finish it off.

But I was interrupted by the director's call.

One might think of you as the husband.

Don't be ridiculous. Don't let Si Hoo's father hear that.

Si Hoo's father?

You see,

she's always been the type to be generous to those around her.

When she was in the choir, she used to pack...

- sandwiches for everyone... - Who cares?

Yes, exactly.

I don't even know why I'm explaining myself to you.

So I'll officially start my promotions today.

With running a business, half of it is getting started,

and the other half is promotions.

I'll send out my business cards today and...

Look at you, talking like a true businessman now.

I'm amazed.

Da Hee, I'm grateful and all,

but I'd rather you call me a CEO than a businessman.

Shouldn't you put on a suit to make yourself look more presentable?

Something casual would probably be better.

Wearing a suit makes me look like a thug.

My gosh. Who said that? Which scumbag said that to you?

Hyun Gyung.

That's what you listen to?

Hyun Gyung is someone he always listens to.

It's why he divorced her so easily when she asked.

Do you want my help promoting your company?

I can get people's attention.

Save it, old lady, and look after the kids.

Old lady?

Are you kidding me? No one calls me old on the streets.

Son, do I look old to you?

No, you're beautiful.

Right? I am, right?

My son sure has good taste, unlike someone I know.

This is why brainwashing can be dangerous.

Gosh, I almost forgot. Mom,

did you leave this and a plant outside my office?

No, I don't even know where it is.

Well, the address is on the business card so...

Was it either of you then?

- No. - It wasn't me either.

If I had stopped by, I would've announced myself.

You're right. Then who...

No way. That's impossible.

I must be crazy to think that.

What are you mumbling on your own?

Stop yapping and eat up.

Your mother and I have a meeting to get to.

Eat up.

(Monthly credit card bill: 4,732 dollars)

Over 4,000 dollars?

No way. When did I spend that much?

That's right. The restaurant!

You crazy cow. How stupid are you?

Your pride doesn't pay your credit card bill.

I need to pay my monthly rent soon,

so what am I going to do?

Right, then.

I'm sure you all know about our regular disinfection tomorrow.

Also,

I'd like to talk to you about adding a new member to the association.

It's Unnie's Kimbap in Block A.

- What? - What?

Unnie's Kimbap?

You want us to approve of them joining?

I'm against it.

Me too.

Why should we let her join when she doesn't care...

about following the rules of our market?

Does she think she can walk all over us?

Exactly!

There's no need to be so petty, you know.

They're part of the family now, so if it's not a problem...

We're only being this way because they are a problem.

Do you even know what she said?

We're to respect their individuality...

since fashion is about self-satisfaction.

She can work alone since she values her individuality.

Why bother joining our association anyway?

Lower your voice. There's no need to take the lead.

Guys, come on.

It's not like I particularly want to be generous toward them.

But it's hard to run a business...

without joining the association.

How about we let them join first...

and try to have them meet us halfway?

He's right. It's not nice...

to ostracize people anyway.

It could start a rumor...

about the merchants here being territorial.

So let's take a peaceful approach and...

Keep the peace yourself, why don't you?

If we must do this, then get them to promise something.

If they agree...

to follow our rules and cooperate,

we could think about letting them join.

That's right. They should make a promise.

Yes, they should.

What? On one condition?

Just forget about it.

We'd rather not get involved with an association...

that strong-arms people.

We're not joining.

What's going on, Cho Yeon?

In order to join the association,

we need to comply with the ladies' rules.

They won't let us join if we don't.

What a dirty move.

Who gave them the right to push us around?

This is ridiculous.

I guess they found out that I used to run a bar.

That's why they are looking down on us.

The monk said...

no human is above a human, and no human is below a human.

Who's calling who vulgar?

Forget it, Cho Yeon. Just ignore them.

Right. Just forget about them.

Gosh, I just want to fight them.

If they keep being like this, I'll just have it out with them.

What did she say? Did she say she wouldn't accept it?

She said she doesn't need it. She just hung up on me.

My gosh. She's unbelievable.

My goodness. She just hung up on you?

I knew she was something,

but she's stronger than I thought.

She wants to run a business here...

without joining the merchant association?

I guess she doesn't know anything.

She's so stubborn.

Anyway, she's really something.

Even if we threaten her, she will never cave in.

What are you talking about?

We didn't threaten her. We're giving her a chance.

Why are you yelling at me?

You were practically shaking with fear in front of her.

Gosh, when did I do that?

It's not that I was scared.

She was just being so ignorant.

It's not that I was afraid of her. I just have no time for her.

- You're here. - Hello.

Good morning.

- Hello. - Good morning, everyone.

I can't get caught.

- Excuse me. - Hello.

Hang on. Let me in.

Hello.

Director Jang, come on in.

I guess you're quick because you're young.

Thank you.

- Gyu Jin. - Dr. Yoon.

Hello, Director Jang. Good morning.

Hi.

Hello, Na Hee. You're early.

Hey. Good morning.

Did you turn off your phone?

- What phone? - I mean your cell phone.

If not, the director will call you all day.

What are you guys doing?

Do you have eye trouble?

Turn off your phone and have lunch outside.

That whiny director is quite persistent.

We never know when he'd barge in.

That whiny director is so stubborn.

Have a nice day.

- I have to go. - Gosh, what was that?

How could you do that?

What's so hard about doing me a favor?

I wasn't going to do this.

(Director Jang Choong Soo)

Take a look at this.

We've been in deficit since last year.

Do you know why?

Dr. Yoon.

You advised me to make aggressive investments for high-quality care,

so we increased the number of hospital rooms.

Dr. Song.

We changed to more expensive medicines...

because you said so.

What?

I will get back as much as I invest?

What nonsense. Do you think I'm getting it back?

You can't do this to me.

So the president called her.

Do you know what she said?

She said, "I don't need the merchant association."

"I know how to get things done."

"I will show you disregard and disrespect."

She practically wants a fight.

My goodness. Did she really say that?

Of course, she did.

That's what I heard.

I don't make things up.

Has she lost her mind or what?

I don't care what she's up to.

I used to be quite notorious in Wangsimni back in the days.

- Just bring it on. - I know.

Hello there.

- You're early today. - Hello.

Look at your clothes.

Those are huge flowers. You look great.

- Have a nice day. - Have a nice day.

Have a nice day.

They are smiling.

They just made fun of us, right?

- Yes. - Sure.

I can't believe this.

Darn it.

Did you just see their faces? They look brutal.

I was so intimidated.

They are quite scary when they're together.

Don't be intimidated.

A fight is all about spirit.

Once you lose your nerve, the fight is over.

We should treat them with a smile at a time like this. You know?

Okay. I get it.

Fine. We're experts in smiling.

By the way, those petty things are just getting on my nerves.

The woman with the tiny eyes. She keeps acting up.

She's so annoying.

Hello. I'm from Good Action Company.

We can hit, get hit, or rise from the dead.

We can do just about anything.

Please call us. Thank you.

Producer Choi, do you remember me?

I was the stand-in for Lee Seo Jin.

I heard you're starting a historical drama.

My guys look like prisoners of war...

even without makeup.

If you hire two people, we can send you an extra.

Buy 2, get 1 free. Isn't it a good deal?

Please call us.

Good Action Company. Thank you.

Hello, sir.

Why are you carrying a heavy box? You might hurt your back.

- Hello. - You know who I am.

It's Good Action Company.

Gosh. I was so afraid the toilet would be clogged again.

What are you doing?

Are you a larva? Just get up.

I'm so cold.

I have aches and pains all over my body.

Really? I feel the same way.

I feel itchy all over. Come on and scratch my back.

Is it because the room is moldy?

Did you see the ceiling?

When I lived alone,

I saw the map of Korea on the ceiling.

But this is my first time to see the map of the world.

If it's that bad up there,

it means the walls and floors are all rotten.

Can't we just go back to a sauna?

At least the floor is warm there.

No, we can't.

Did you not see Joon Seon feeling so happy?

And what about the money?

What are you doing?

- You're here. - Hello.

Hey, did you sleep well?

How was it? Did you get some good sleep?

- It was like paradise. - It's so comfortable.

Really?

I guess this place suits you well. That's nice.

Let's eat before we practice.

Put these away. I'll go cook noodles.

Okay.

(Sort out your recyclables.)

Stop.

(Please separate your garbage.)

How are you?

How I'm doing is not your business.

You're not supposed to dump your garbage here.

I heard this is where merchants take out the garbage.

It's for the members of the merchant association.

You're not a member.

Then where should we throw out our garbage?

- Come again. - Thank you.

You left your food. I'll pack it for you.

- No. - It's okay.

- I'm full. - It's okay.

Come again. Study hard.

People in this neighborhood have small appetites.

Hey.

Are you loafing around and avoiding doing the dishes?

No.

I had to go all the way outside the market...

to dump the garbage.

The disposal site over here is for members of the merchant association.

So we're not supposed to use the place.

- What? - Cho Yeon.

The merchant association wouldn't let us cash in gift cards.

It's only for the members.

- What should we do with these? - Hang on.

We get a lot of gift cards. What do we do?

Gosh, this is unbelievable.

Give me that. This is ridiculous.

Take this.

I told you. That's not within my authority.

Then who's in charge?

It's fine that we can't use the disposal site.

We can walk all the way for exercise.

But we're running the business in the market.

It's just unfair that we can't cash in the gift cards.

It's like you don't want us to run a business in the market.

I understand. I really do.

But it's the association that issues and manages the gift cards.

There's nothing I can do.

Gosh, this is ridiculous.

Gosh, it's so hot.

Now that you're here, let me tell you something.

Why don't you just give in and join the association?

You can't run a business in a market without winning over the women.

You should look further ahead.

It's so touching.

You're just playing the hypocrite.

Holding out like that wouldn't work.

We're having the regular disinfection today.

If you keep being like this, you can't be part of it.

- Are you okay with that? - Are you threatening me now?

I'm not threatening you.

If you give way a little,

I can arbitrate between you two.

The women in the market aren't that bad.

They just lost their temper, but they don't hold grudges.

- So if you... - Apparently, in the colonial era,

the Japanese exchanged awards of honor amongst themselves.

- What did you say? - The bottom line is...

that I can't cash these gift cards in.

Fine. I get it.

My goodness.

What woman is as stubborn as a whale's tendon?

My gosh.

I wondered why she didn't visit.

Did you butt heads again?

We didn't butt heads.

I don't care anymore. I did what I could.

I give up.

The more I see that woman, she reminds me of you.

Her facial features and that stubbornness.

One would even think you're siblings.

Hey. How does she look like me?

How so? How does she look like me?

- The way you act! - What?

- Move. - Darn you.

- What? - What else?

Don't you think we need to talk?

I thought about it all day.

We have two options.

- We appear on TV. - That's nonsense.

Or we tell the hospital director the truth...

and explain why we can't do it.

We can't do that.

Once he knows, it's a matter of time before your mother does.

Then my mom will hear right away.

The director can't keep a secret.

Then what do you want to do?

Can you think of a reason other than that we're divorced?

The director called me 14 times today.

He won't give up.

Should I quit my job?

Are you serious?

I have even less reason to do that.

I just said it out of frustration.

I'm not prepared myself.

But...

I think we're at a dead end.

This might just be our chance to come clean.

I know it's harder for you to tell than me.

Yes. The shock would be immense for your mother.

But still,

we have to go through this once someday.

Think about it carefully.

I will too.

Thank you.

(Yongju Traditional Market)

(Unnie's Kimbap)

- Wait. - Skip this store.

What? It'll be of no use if you disinfect...

all the stores but one.

I don't care. Skip this store.

Move onto the next one. Skip this one.

Hurry up.

Cho Yeon. They really passed us by.

They're really skipping our store.

They said they would.

Would they change their mind?

Forget them and come help.

Will this be enough?

It's extra potent.

Are you supposed to stick this here?

Cho Yeon, how about...

you just give in and join the association?

The disposal site is way too far,

and customers complain that we don't take gift cards.

Yes, Cho Yeon.

They say that crawling is winning.

"Losing is winning."

You can't crawl and win.

It's the same thing.

We're already at war.

We took out our swords. We must either cut a radish...

or cut down the highhanded association people.

We'll do something.

It's just so inconvenient.

Yes. Fighting might only hurt us.

You sound like someone from the past.

Hey. If everyone were like you, we'd have never ousted the Japanese.

(Unnie's Kimbap)

Wait and see. I will fight to the end...

and uphold our style.

Do you think I'll fail?

No. If anyone can do it, you can.

Why are you watching TV today?

You won't study?

Not today. I'm taking a day off.

Me too.

You take every day off.

Is that allowed?

Won't Auntie scold you?

Ji Hun. I don't have to study anymore.

My dad's a CEO now. Right, Auntie?

I have a lot on my mind today. Let's watch TV in peace.

What's bothering you?

Talk to me. I'm a great listener for my friends.

Are you?

Do you have cash?

Yes. 18 dollars.

Keep quiet and watch TV.

Grandma and Grandpa are late today.

I really need to see Grandpa.

- My gosh. - Finally.

Did you all have dinner?

Oh, look, Seo Young is here too.

Grandma, Grandpa, did you have a good day?

What?

Grandpa. May I request an audience with you?

I have something urgent to tell you.

Sure, come on in.

I'm not sure if you heard,

but I scored pretty well in the last exam.

Oh, did you? What was your average score?

My average score isn't the point, Grandpa.

The point is how much I improved from last time, isn't it?

Since I'm doing better, I plan to raise...

my average score by five points in the next exam.

Oh, great. That's good to hear.

But I need something to motivate me.

I'm now a CEO's daughter,

and I could do with more funding to keep up the appearance.

- You want an allowance? - Yes. You're the best.

If you pay me a little in advance,

I'll use that as motivation...

to not inconvenience you or Dad.

Fine. I do hope you stick to your word.

I like that.

- Here. - My gosh.

Grandpa, can't you be a little more generous?

A little more, please?

Fine, here you go.

Thank you. I'd have appreciated two of these,

but I'll study hard!

That kid.

She didn't get her smarts from her dad.

Who does she take after?

She's so cute.

You got money?

From Grandpa. I do this sometimes.

He's generous if you take him on alone.

You should give it a go.

Oh, it's Mom. What perfect timing.

Smiley. Wake up.

Yes?

Father. Are you free for a chat?

I have something urgent to tell you.

Come in if it's not about money.

I'll let you rest.

I wonder who she takes after.

Did you have fun today?

Let's go home.

Seo Young, I said I'd scold you if you missed class once more.

Just wait until we're home.

Yes, Mother, do as you wish.

You're just leaving?

- Dad! - My dear girl!

Why are you so late? I waited for you.

Dad was a bit busy.

Hi, Seo Jin.

What did you do?

Did you have business meetings or something?

Well, something like that.

CEO Song, good for you!

Good for you too!

Seo Young, get in the car. I'm tired.

Okay.

I have to go. Make lots of money.

I will.

There's an interview for Seo Jin's kindergarten next month.

It was hard to find an opening at a special needs center.

They want to see both parents.

Okay. Tell me when you have a date.

Hyun Gyung.

Did you leave a potted plant...

and business card case outside my office?

No. Why would I go there?

See you.

Yes. You'd never visit.

Then who was it?

It must be nice for you.

You stay the same and never age.

Do you know what day it is tomorrow?

It's the 35th anniversary of the day we met.

I can't forget the look on your face when you fell in love with me.

- I'm home, Mom. - Welcome home.

Let's eat. I'm hungry.

I already ate. You haven't?

Can't you just pretend I'm not around...

and eat when you're hungry and sleep when you're sleepy?

How can I pretend you're not around when you are?

Okay, fine. I apologize. I'm sorry.

Come home early tomorrow.

I don't want to eat alone, okay?

Okay, I'll do as you wish, Mother.

He's so cold-hearted.

He's even worse than Gyu Jin.

I know it's harder for you to tell than me.

Yes. The shock would be immense for your mother.

But still,

we have to go through this once someday.

Think about it carefully.

Na Hee, hi. This is out of the blue.

- Is something up? - Of course not.

You probably have to go to work today, right?

Of course.

What else should I do when frying chicken is my job?

How about you tell Dad you're taking the day off...

and go on a date with me?

Today? Just the two of us?

Yes, just the two of us.

My heart just skipped a beat, you know.

I'm excited just to think about it.

Okay, fine. I'll get that day off if it's the last thing I do.

Sure. Hold on. I'll call you back.

- Honey! - Yes?

- Honey, hold on. - What is it?

Let me take the day off today.

It's Na Hee's day off too...

and she asked me out today.

Na Hee? That's not like her at all.

Who cares if this is like her or not?

My husband never takes me anywhere,

so it'd be nice to go on a date with her.

I'm taking the day off, okay?

Wait. What should I wear?

My dress is at the cleaners.

What else do I have?

Look at her all excited.

What's so good about going out when all you do is spend money?

Anyway, don't they know what time it is?

Loafers, wake up!

Where did it go?

This is definitely where I parked.

(From Na Hee)

I took the car to see my mom.

(Unnie's Kimbap)

It's as if the disinfectant...

washed away all my troubles too.

Tell me about it.

I haven't seen Ok Boon all day today.

Did she go somewhere?

She took the day off...

to go on a date with her second daughter.

- The doctor, right? - Yes.

She's as cold as dry ice,

but I guess she's warm toward her mother.

(Unnie's Kimbap)

This coffee sure is delicious.

Sharing cups of coffee like this among the people...

is the beauty of working together in the market, right?

Yes, of course!

It's sweeter than usual too. Did someone add in honey?

Who does she think she is glaring at us like that?

How dare she.

Why doesn't she join the association then?

Look at all this dust.

Gosh, the dust.

Let me dust this off.

Unbelievable.

They're not just annoying but childish too.

What's wrong? Did the ladies pick on you again?

Ga Yeon, can you make some coffee?

Make it strong with three instant coffee packets.

Instant coffee?

But you don't like it because it's too sweet.

I'm craving something sweet, that's all.

I want it served cold too.

Sure thing.

What's this?

What's going on?

My gosh.

Girls, stop being so silly.

What's so scary about one little cockroach?

Are pretty ones always this dramatic?

Unbelievable. There's nothing scary about bugs.

Bugs...

It's good.

Young Dal, are you still on board for deliveries?

Yes, is there someone that I can hire?

My brother hired a new delivery guy...

for his galbi restaurant and I snagged him away.

He's good on the motorcycle...

and has made deliveries before.

That's great then. When can he start?

Tomorrow if you like. My brother already approved.

I'm sorry, Young Dal.

Our coffee break got extended.

I bet you talked smack about the kimbap place.

I can't understand how women bond over a common enemy...

when they're normally at each other's throats.

That's absurd.

We've always been good friends and colleagues.

Well, you've done enough.

You should now persuade the ladies...

into allowing the kimbap place to join the association.

They can't run their business...

without joining it.

Why should we?

They should be the ones begging to join us.

They just don't seem like the type...

to back down from a fight, that's all.

My gosh. I'll do it!

- Do what? - I'll accept the terms...

and heed your warning.

Please...

It was terrifying.

My gosh.