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Episode 40

I'd like to have the genealogy in your possession.

Father!

You probably noticed Gang-suk shopping around for one.

I lost my parents at a young age,

and survived by collecting scraps.

I was fortunate to get to where I am now,

but I have a knot in my heart.

I could leave my children my fortune,

but not an honorable family name.

So I've had him looking around for a genealogy.

You'll soon be part of our family,

so please help me get that out of my chest.

Father, I'm proud of my family just as we are,

and I'm sure Hye-joo feels the same way.

Don't butt in.

It's not proper to interrupt when an elder is talking.

It doesn't befit a nobleperson.

- Professor Ha. - Yes.

I wouldn't have mentioned it if you couldn't help me.

But you have the genealogy

I would've paid a hefty sum for, right?

Answer him.

Yes, I do.

You're marrying him, so you can give it to me.

Father, she doesn't think it's proper to sell a genealogy.

I didn't say I'd pay for it.

I'm asking her to do her father-in-law a favor.

I know people call me the filthy rich Lee Chun-gab.

Help me get a better title.

I'm sure it's not an easy decision for you.

So sleep on it, and give me your answer tomorrow.

Just remember the answer I'm expecting to hear from you.

Father, you're threatening her.

I'm not twisting her arm or anything.

Let me add to that.

You'll quit school after your marriage, right?

Sorry?

I want my daughter-in-law to be a housewife.

Women are supposed to support their husbands.

But she has a dissertation to work on.

You said you wanted your wife to be a housewife too.

That was when I was meeting girls on arranged dates.

You can work on your dissertation at home.

- That's not right. - It isn't?

I'd like my daughter-in-law to be a housewife too.

But she's a professor. So she's a scholar.

Maybe it's because I didn't finish elementary school...

Honey! That's such a bad joke.

Don't say that when you have a doctorate degree.

Let's just drop the act since she'll find out eventually.

I haven't had much of an education.

My wife at least finished elementary school.

I respect people in scholarly positions,

so you can continue teaching.

Honey!

Her profession is well respected.

Since we'll join the noble class soon,

her occupation will fit in just fine.

That's that. Let's eat now.

Honey. We should move.

Move?

A family with a genealogy should live in a hanok.

- You're intimidating her. - Stop picking on me.

- Eat up. - Yes.

- Uncle, you have a genealogy? - I'll have one soon.

Did that upset your stomach?

He seemed crude, didn't he?

I think I take after him.

At least say something.

What can I say to your father?

Do what you do best.

Just ignore him.

Give him the cold shoulder.

If you keep that up, he'll give up.

I'd like to if I could, but...

I know. I'll explain it to him, so don't worry.

Or you can just give it to him and win some points.

You can prove your love, and impress my parents.

I hope you're not serious.

Doesn't it feel like the time we were dating for the show?

Tell me if I was sincere or not.

This isn't a time to be joking around.

Why are you so serious?

I'm really worried.

Just accept that you have an interesting father-in-law.

He won't stop our marriage because of the genealogy.

He knows he'd look crude if he did such a thing.

Are you sure you can persuade him?

You don't trust me?

He seems very eager for a genealogy.

He's like that with everything.

He played go-stop over 20 hours just to beat my mother.

Shouldn't you reward me for my trouble?

How about we jump the gun tonight?

That hurts.

She didn't request anything specific?

She only mentioned the modern wedding ceremony.

Sam-wol couldn't be much help with that.

Please do your best.

Why are you two doing the dishes?

Grandmother had a slight fever.

Jo-man's tending to her with medicine.

Be careful with that.

It wasn't Sister's fault.

I'm really clumsy with housework...

It's not like I'm any better than you.

I broke a lot of dishes too. Don't let that get to you.

Mother's so cool.

You must be tired.

I'm just not used to it. But it's not that bad.

Let me massage your shoulders.

- I'm fine. - Come on.

So much housework falling on these small shoulders.

It's not like I'm doing it alone.

With Mal-soon... I mean, Sister, Jo-man,

and Grandmother Sam-wol are here.

Mal-soon's going back to work tomorrow.

It's so much of a burden for you, Jin-ah.

What is it?

Isn't it about time you called me "dear?"

I'm worried about you, dear.

What's housework

when my husband's massaging my shoulders?

That was a little too mushy.

I couldn't agree with you more.

It's so cool.

- Mom. - Yes?

Do you have any medals of honor?

- Medals of honor? - From the president.

- I don't. - So you don't.

What's this about?

Hyun-ji's dad got a medal from the president.

Hyun-ji? Is that your girlfriend?

That's a bit of a stretch.

She's the girl who always beats up Dong-dong.

She doesn't beat me up anymore.

Don't let girls beat you up. I can teach you taekwondo.

I'm already going to a taekwondo academy.

And I don't want to fight a girl. Guys shouldn't do that.

You're so cool.

Why, because he's a sandbag?

- It's wrinkly. - It's taking so long.

I'm not good at ironing.

And just what are you good at?

All right. Let me.

You know how to iron clothes?

Any man who served in the army can iron.

You're so strong.

You just figured that out?

I have to go and tell Grandpa that you're mean to Mom.

Don't do that.

It's just more comfortable for us to talk like this.

- Am I right? - Yes.

- Dad. - Yes?

The way you talk is so crude.

Shouldn't you change your habits now that you're married?

You said you'd change your ways.

But it takes time to change one's habits.

I'll let you slide for today.

- Good night, Mother. - Good night, Son.

What about me?

Just think that I already said it.

He really looks down on me.

- Pants! - Hot!

What should I do...

What did they talk about?

They just wanted to welcome me.

That was it?

They wanted to have a meal together.

Is that right? That's good.

It's nothing. Get some rest.

She didn't say much to Dan-ah. They had a meal together.

Don't tell Dan-ah about the wedding gift list.

I know better than that. But she'll eventually find out.

But for now, let's keep it between us.

- It ticks me off. - Come on.

Why should I send off my nice daughter with so many gifts?

Let's just do it for Dan-ah's sake.

But I'm still worried about her future mother-in-law.

What is it? I was watching my drama.

Father. You weren't serious about the genealogy, were you?

You just wanted to test her.

Do I look that silly?

Father, that would make us look so crude.

Did Professor Ha say that to you?

You know she wouldn't say that.

Then she doesn't want to give it to me?

She's stumped.

Why? All she has to do is hand it over to me.

- She would if she could. - That settles it.

- But... - That's enough.

I gave up on becoming the king of resorts.

I need something to live for.

I made up my mind to join the noble ranks.

An honorable family name and a daughter-in-law

from an esteemed family...

Think about it.

It means something to be in-laws with Chairman Ha.

People will think I have more

than just a scrap collecting background.

So make sure you persuade Professor Ha.

Father.

I'm counting on you.

Yes.

What are you doing? Studying?

No.

Did you persuade your father?

I'm trying. But he's stubborn, so I need some time.

- What should we do? - We'll just outlast him.

He didn't get upset?

No, but he did say that he was counting on me.

So what did you tell him?

I thought this in my mind. I'll bite the hand that feeds me.

Gang-suk.

It's nothing more than the heavens throwing us curveballs.

They're ridiculous.

It's not like we've had an easy battle.

- Stop kidding around. - I have bruises everywhere.

Just ask your father politely.

I have a really good plan. Let's meet and discuss it.

Why are you giving it to me?

You should hold onto it from now on.

That's so much money.

It's not like I'd use it for anything.

You can hold onto it and give me an allowance.

Just keep it. It's not like I need money either.

Make a withdrawal for tomorrow.

I should help out with Dan-ah's wedding.

What are you doing?

Making noodles for a hungry husband.

- What about you, Sister? - I came to get water.

Want to take some noodles for Soo-young?

That's all right.

Do you know how to make noodles?

Not really.

But luckily, I found some broth in the fridge.

Sister.

Mal-soon.

Sister.

Sister. How much should we contribute to Dan-ah's wedding?

Soo-young wanted me to withdraw some money,

but I have no clue as to how much.

Just what is this?

It is what it is.

It's like a rice cake. Or a dumpling.

- Tae-young. - What?

Let me see your bankbook.

Bankbook?

Soo-young gave his to Dan-ah. You should follow suit.

Come on.

Let's see.

You have to contribute to Dan-ah's wedding.

$490?

- That's all? - Yes.

That's all you have? $490?

The noodles are soggy.

You have no right to complain.

Aren't you ashamed of yourself? Just look at Soo-young.

- But that's the way I am! - Don't talk back!

We're going.

We're going.

- We're going. - Okay. Have a great day.

- Dad. - What?

Drop me off at school?

What brought this on? You never wanted to go with me.

- Mom. - Yes.

Can you step out of the car with me?

Yes.

You want to show her off to your friends.

It'd have been cooler if you had a medal.

I'll try my best to receive one for you.

Thank you.

- Let's get going. - Go.

Have a good day.

It doesn't seem like he wants to leave.

I'm off.

I understand.

I'll see you later.

You have an engagement? I wanted to eat with you.

- Mrs. Lee wants to see me. - What is it this time?

Hopefully, it's not an additional list of relatives.

Yes.

- You're going somewhere? - Yes.

I wanted us to eat lunch together.

I'll eat with Dan-ah.

You'll see her enough when you get married.

Do you have to eat with her every meal?

- I do. - You're so clingy.

Yes.

You have a call.

- Who is it? - It's Kim Sun-tae.

Go ahead.

It's Myungseong's third son.

- What extension? - Three.

This is Lee Gang-suk.

I'm sorry. I don't have any reason to meet you.

Goodbye.

- I should meet him. - Why?

Don't give him a lead when he's skeptical.

I told you I could handle the guests myself.

You just couldn't sit still. How many hours was that?

I have to flatter them if I want a promotion.

You just didn't want me

to introduce your precious museum after all your work.

Don't say that.

Just go home.

We have more guests in the afternoon.

You need to rest.

Right on time, Mr. Gang-suk. Take Professor Ha home.

Professor.

She's insisting on staying even when her leg's acting up.

It's not that bad.

You take over. I give up.

- Let's go. - It's not that bad.

I just need to sit down for a while.

You're so stubborn.

What are you doing?

- Giving you a massage? - Forget it.

You didn't have to blush.

- I'm worried. - About what?

Of life after we get married.

I'll think about it then.

You might hold me up on the first night.

I'll try not to.

You're really keeping me on my toes.

What was that plan you mentioned before?

You said you could persuade your father.

- Slap me first. - Sorry?

Come on.

- What's up? - Just do it.

Stop it.

This is the best option we have.

Let's tell him you're pregnant.

He'll completely forget about the genealogy.

How about four weeks?

You already slapped me.

You didn't have to come.

I have to make sure you don't skip it.

You do so much for me. This is nothing compared to that.

That's a problem.

You have to face that when you come here for treatments.

That's not good.

But I don't faint anymore.

I think I'm getting better.

- Did it go well? - Yes.

I only have to come once a month now.

Really?

Yes. I just have to keep taking the medicine.

That's good.

Thank you.

For what?

If it weren't for you, I would've refused treatment.

I'm taking good care of the plant.

I don't usually like looking after things.

But I'm not like that with the plant you gave me.

I didn't have this organized last time.

Did you forget to put some relatives on the list?

No, that's all set.

This is a list of gifts I'd like Professor Ha to bring.

Dishware, furniture, and appliances for our family.

I wouldn't want you to prepare anything not to our liking,

so I chose the brands myself.

How thorough.

We don't want people to see us as meager families.

A fur coat for you?

That's quite common nowadays.

We had two weddings recently.

But our family doesn't respect vain customs,

so I didn't know such extravagant gifts were common.

But I'm not asking for too much.

A friend of mine received an imported car.

We don't expect that much.

- And the wedding. - Yes.

The ceremony should be held at a hotel.

Let's decide whether to do it outdoors later.

We'll have about a thousand guests.

A thousand?

My husband knows a lot of people.

I'm sure you noticed that from the grand opening.

Even that was short-listed.

We wouldn't want to leave anyone out of the wedding.

If we wanted to, we could have ten thousand guests.

Why don't we rent a stadium instead then?

Sorry?

That doesn't seem proper.

A fur coat, a hanbok, and a dress.

These are all for her mother-in-law?

That's not all.

Is there more?

She said a thousand guests.

A thousand guests?

She wants silver plates for party favors.

We might have to sell our house.

All right. I'll see to it.

Gang-suk's still not back. I need his approval.

I just talked to him.

Was that Gang-suk just now?

He wants me to fill in for him.

I know love is good,

but he's not keeping up with his work.

Dan-ah's leg is acting up,

but she wants to stay for the guests,

so he's going to wait until she finishes.

Is that right?

Then I'll cut him some slack.

I thought he was just a workaholic.

But he's putting his work aside for Dan-ah,

so I'm glad.

Maybe they're a match made in heaven.

That punk's just as devoted as Dan-ah is.

Manners.

It's my way of expressing my love.

Sign it.

We can use some of the footage.

I didn't know my brother had a camera phobia.

I'm going to the station.

You're not going to bum off a meal here?

The director wants us to have a drink together.

Should I go too?

Forget it.

You're early.

I'm all right.

You're here again?

That doesn't sound welcoming.

I left work early because of the headache I got thanks to you,

so I'm not that happy to see you.

What did he do?

It's nothing.

Shouldn't you be working?

Her leg was acting up, so I took off early.

Again?

Jo-man, boil more water.

That's enough.

Your leg's swollen.

You should've taken it easy.

May I come in?

No, she wouldn't want you to see her scar.

Come to my room.

We have a score to settle.

What are you doing?

Sorry?

You already made that move.

I can't concentrate on baduk with Dan-ah in pain.

You've changed.

You wouldn't have said something like that before.

You got beaten up again?

Did Hyun-ji beat you up again?

We're home.

What happened?

What's the reason today?

I didn't reply to her letter.

What letter?

Hyun-ji gave this to you?

Yes.

May I see that?

Let's get married. Hyun-ji gave this to you?

A girl proposed to you.

Kids nowadays sure are fast.

You should've replied.

What should I write?

I'll get beaten up anyway if I reject her.

Then just say you'll marry her.

I...

What?

What if I find someone better later?

That could be a problem.

What happened to you?

What's that now?

What happened?

She worked for the criminal justice department today...

I'm home.

What happened to you, Mal-soon?

I bagged all of them.

Nice going.

Both you and Dong-dong come home beaten up.

What happened to Dong-dong?

I'm sorry, Grandfather.

Are you all right?

I have some nicks, but no major injuries.

You weren't just a traffic officer?

I had to sub in criminal justice today.

Make sure you tend to your wounds.

Yes, Grandfather.

You didn't have to.

No, please have a meal.

Mother, can I just take this in for my wife?

You may.

Thank you.

Can I eat with Mom, Grandma?

Sure.

Mother.

Yes.

Can I take this in for Dan-ah since her leg's hurting?

That's an excuse to go into her room.

It's not.

And you let Tae-young bring in the food.

They're married.

We'll get married soon.

Don't walk around.

My leg feels better after the massage.

You're so slow-witted.

I think that settles it.

Again.

Aunt, I'm telling you this for your sake.

You can't think Gang-suk belongs to you anymore.

He belongs to your daughter-in-law from now on.

When are you going home?

My mom got depressed after my brother got married.

Please go back home.

Maybe it's fate.

Mom's birthday was two days after my sister-in-law's.

My brother threw his wife a party,

but completely forgot Mom's birthday.

Mom was heartbroken.

What?

Stop adding fuel to the fire.

Soon-jin's so slow-witted.

She's right.

I'm a fool for thinking my son was mine.

Gang-suk's different.

He's not. He's already whipped.

Honey.

What?

Let's get Hye-joo married.

If we're going to lose a son,

then we'll take a son from someone else.

We'll have a live-in son-in-law.

Goodbye.

You think you passed?

No chance.

After all that booze and wasted time traveling?

He didn't have any time to study.

What if you don't make it to graduate school?

I'm not worried. I'll just enter the army.

You really would?

I'd have no choice. I'd actually feel better.

That was the best meal I've ever had.

I'm glad.

You're still here?

Can I help out with the dishes?

Forget about them, and just leave.

Thank you for the rice tea earlier.

Sorry?

You're welcome.

That rice tea was so flavorful.

What are you doing?

I'm showing my gratitude for the great meal I had.

That's enough.

Should I sweep the leaves in the garden?

That's all right. I'll do it tomorrow.

A fragile lady like you shouldn't do hard labor.

What are you doing?

Nothing.

Leave.

Come on.

Miss Jo-man, what's your family name?

It's Yoon.

Yoon Jo-man.

- Leave. - Stop it.

What's his deal?

Life has its strange events.

I think she should get medical treatment.

Wouldn't a skin graft improve her scar?

We were told that because it's a burn wound,

a skin graft could have internal complications.

So we have no choice.

Aside from that...

I think your mother's being a little unreasonable.

Sorry?

It's nothing.

She just meant the big number of guests being invited.

Go on home.

Don't come out.

Why not?

Just stay in.

I'm really curious...

...what your room looks like.

You saw my room, but I don't get to see yours.

It's nothing much.

You even hold me out from coming into your room?

Tell Grandfather you're leaving.

I'll take my leave.

Come to her Great-grandfather's memorial service tomorrow.

Yes.

Come and introduce yourself to the family elders.

You're still here?

I'm leaving now.

I'll see you tomorrow, Mother.

You're coming again tomorrow?

I should attend the service tomorrow.

Why don't you make a timesheet too?

I'm going.

What's wrong with you today?

You were never talkative, but you're overly quiet,

and you didn't smile once today.

I can't smile.

What's up?

Something happened in your family?

Is it about your brother's wedding?

No.

Then what is it?

Tell me.

You're going to enter the army?

Bye.

Is that what's bothering you?

I thought I didn't consider you more than a friend.

But I was wrong.

I was happy being able to see you around,

but the fact you might leave...

I wish I could still see you around...

I'm sorry. I'll leave.

I wish I could see you around...

You shouldn't have said things that would bother him.

Just don't.

Nice going, you two.

Dong-dong, you might get beaten again

if you don't give Hyun-ji an answer.

But I can't marry her just to avoid getting beaten up.

Right.

I feel sorry for you, Dong-dong.

What a tragic conversation.

You're still working, Sister?

Tomorrow's the service.

You deserve your title.

Can you come home early tomorrow?

I don't have to go to work.

The chief said I could rest.

That's good.

Sister.

Can you hold off contributing to Dan-ah's wedding for a few days?

Why?

We have to pitch in,

but my husband doesn't have any money.

I was too busy to take out a loan today,

and tomorrow's the service.

They know I don't have money.

But I'm embarrassed.

Tae-young.

Yes.

- May I come in? - Sure.

I'm here to pay you back.

Sorry?

I heard you split your deposit with her for the wedding.

Thank you for doing that.

That's nothing.

You did that?

She's so loyal.

That's exactly half of our contribution.

Let's go give it to Father.

You didn't have to.

I can't just sit still when my sister's getting married.

It's not much, but it's from our hearts.

Thanks.

I wish I could do more for Dan-ah.

It's not much,

but please use it to prepare for Dan-ah's wedding.

Yes, I'll make sure she'll be welcomed in their family.

Bring Professor Ha for dinner.

I need her answer.

We can't come tonight.

Why not?

I have to attend her great-grandfather's service.

You're going there again?

I have to go and introduce myself to the family elders.

Why don't you just move in with them?

Honey...

You couldn't think of any excuse, you dummy?

You could've said you had a company outing.

Professor Ha's rubbing off on you.

That's true.

I'm not as witty as I used to be.

She'll give me the genealogy, right?

I have a meeting.

You can't leave until

your elders have finished eating in a noble family.

You seem familiar.

He's the son of Chairman Lee Chun-gab.

They attended my father's funeral and memorial service.

Is that right?

The man who wanted to restore his family's fallen honor?

Yes, that's him.

So we have a similar background.

So many people to work now.

Grandmother.

What?

You're implying that I should stay out of the kitchen.

I'm not.

I'm hurt.

I only said that because I felt bad about slacking off.

What's wrong with her?

It's the story of her tragic life.

Yes?

Water, please.

Yes?

Is there a Lee family that's not too renowned?

Sorry?

Your elders might ask me.

Where's your family origin?

We're from Gyeongju.

Then just tell them that.

Will that do?

Tell them, "I apologize, but being still young,

I don't know much about my family history."

I apologize, but being still young,

I don't know much about my family history.

That's good.

I apologize, but being still young,

I don't know much about my family history.

I apologize, but being still young,

I don't know much about my family history.

I apologize, but being still young...

I had no idea the memorial service food was from our family.

The chief really enjoyed the food.

He'll be glad to hear that I married into this family.

The young people didn't mind that

it was memorial service food?

Some of them didn't eat,

but those who did really enjoyed it.

Especially Jang-gi. He really liked the fries.

Let's greet the guests, and then deliver these to the station.

Grandma. Can I come with you?

Sure.

Learn from Professor Ha how they wrapped this.

Don't bother. Make her do all the work.

Okay then.

Housekeeper.

Yes, Mr. Chairman.

Unwrap this, and bring it in with some liquor.

Yes.

Don't pout.

He had to greet the elders today.

I'll take vengeance on your wife later.

You don't want to make your mother too jealous.

My hand hurts from all that handshaking.

They're really happy that I married into a good family.

I'm so happy.

Are you?

Yes.

Jo-man.

Yes.

I think Jang-gi's interested in you.

Don't say that.

You'll get cooties.

Don't tease her.

She doesn't know anything other than housework.

Even better.

Maybe Jo-man will get married!

Stop teasing her.

Congratulations, Jo-man!

Are these services wearing you out?

I'm the head housewife.

I don't mind how many services we have.

How tough.

Hey.

I think I was meant to be the head housewife of this family.

I'm tired, but I feel so great.

Mal-soon, you're still happy with all these bruises?

Chief, this is my husband.

All right, Mal-soon.

I'll try to be the best husband for you.

Okay...

They're so mean.

I practiced a lot, but they didn't even ask me.

Did they like me?

I didn't hear it directly...

They like me, right?

They thought you looked too wily to be good to me.

I'm not wily. I'm drop-dead handsome.

Did you forget to take your medicine?

Remind me when we get married.

He's not in there!

Let go!

Stop it!

Do you know who I am?

I'm Kim Sun-tae.

So what? What brings you here?

You know the darned reason!

Are you here to bother me for lunch?

Don't. Somebody might see us.

Divorce me if you're going to keep this up.

Stop mentioning divorce.

I want a letter of apology.

Some couples take walks together,

and we're writing apology letters.

Someone's playing baduk, and I'm here battering flour.

Don't look at me with those eyes.

Unless you want to jump the gun.

Give me $3 million dollars.

That's ridiculous.

I hope you make your way out of the sewer.

I won't go down alone!

These are too extravagant.

Your brothers want the best for you.

Thank you for marrying a guy like me.

TO BE CONTINUED...