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Reply 1997

Episode 12 A Hand's Meaning

January 1999, Busan

My brother always said getting someone's hand also gave you her love.

Did you watch Super TV's campus video?

Of course. Eugene was on it.

She has a big forehead, but she's still pretty.

Boys go crazy for her.

I don't see it. I think Hyori is the best.

- Tada! How do I look? - Better than Hyori.

Really?

Eugene said she would make Shoo and Bada's wedding dresses.

Can you imagine the S.E.S. girls getting married?

Are you crazy? It's not going to happen.

I thought so too. They will always be our fairies.

- Have you decided? - This one!

Just one? Pick more. It'll be your early birthday present.

Isn't that Hak Chan?

Since when has he been so nice to girls?

I guess it's true. I heard Dan Ji was into in him.

I heard that too.

But an H.O.T. fan wouldn't do that. We swear on loyalty.

Nothing's going to happen. Hak Chan only likes you, anyway.

How is it?

Where did she go?

What are you doing?

Hak Chan asked to meet up.

Why, is that not okay?

It's true. I wanted to ask her something.

Dan Ji's just helping me. It's no big deal.

Helping with what?

Just a thing. I'll tell you later.

Well, I'll leave you two to figure it out.

Anyway, I'm okay with it. Bye!

Oh, thank you!

It's really nothing. Don't worry about it.

I'll call you later. I'm meeting the guys. Bye.

I know it's uncomfortable but please endure it for a while.

We'll be in Seoul the next time I see you.

I heard that dreams come true...

But I never dreamed I would go to Seoul.

And it's all thanks to you. I will never forget it.

Are you filming a movie or something?

Knock before you come in. I'm an adult now.

What a joke. Then I must be a saint for having put up with you.

I don't want to argue with you right now. I'm busy.

Are you taking all of this to Seoul?

Of course. This is part of me.

I don't know what will happen to them if I leave them here.

I should treat them to dinner.

Those monkey fools got you into college.

Why don't you admit it with pride?

You've got some gall.

You'll hold your own just fine even around those city folk.

Of course! I'm your daughter.

I'm great at adapting to new situations, just like you.

You mean thing, not even knowing how sad your parents are.

Are you that happy?

No, I'm not.

Then why did you start packing a month ago? Dying to leave?

No, I just have a lot to pack.

Are you planning on not coming back ever again?

I never said that.

Why would you say that?

They say it's pointless after raising kids.

They say your kids become guests once they grow up.

How can you say that?

I'm going to think of you as a guest from now on.

Remove my attachment and love.

How lonely. This is bigger that I thought.

Anyway...

You mean thing.

Shi Won's birthday

Hey, this song represents your situation.

I can't cry... I can't cry... All right... I'll let you go.

Are you out of your mind?

Yoo Jung will be shocked when she finds out.

Well, she can't live in Busan selling carp bread with her boyfriend forever.

I've never seen someone planning to study abroad during the IMF.

It would've been better if you had gone to the States like you planned.

But Hawaii is better that nothing. I envy you.

If you fart, you'll always end up pooping.

Yoo Jung always said, "Let's break up." "It's over."

Finally, her wish is coming true.

I knew you'd get smacked.

Just tell Yoo Jung, you fool.

She thinks you're staying here.

Do you have soju?

Hey, don't break the egg.

I said, don't break the egg.

- Wow. - Here.

I'm jealous. Yoon Jae gets this everyday because he lives with Joon Hee.

Aren't you sick of each other? Same school and same house.

They're like a couple, they have no reason to fight.

You should thank Joon Hee.

Shi Won is the right person for you. She'd punch you like this and that...

And poke you like this so you learn some manners.

Poor Joon Hee.

Mind your own business. What kind of score is 88?

Were you matching your exam with the 1988 Seoul Olympics?

Do you know how hard it was to match that score?

If I had gotten one question wrong, I would have gotten the 1986 Asian Games.

You wouldn't understand how students like us feel, would you!

You're going to wear it out. Just call her, you moron!

Just die.

I heard that Shi Won is going to Seoul this week.

She already finished her packing.

Whatever. I'm sure she'll be fine.

She's going to be busy.

She has to meet Tony, pack lunch, and fight against Sechs Kies fans.

If she got into college because of H.O.T, I should have followed Baby V.O.X.

I was Busan's first Kan Mi Youn fan. (Kan Mi Youn: member of Baby V.O.X)

She's prettier than Eugene and Hyori.

Shi Won didn't get into college because of H.OT.

You can't even spell. There's a big gap between you two.

She's a good writer.

Then all that Woo Hyuk unzipping Tony's pants...

And taking things out... Did you read that stuff?

- Are you crazy? - You did, right?

Are you insane?

I can tell you read it.

Are you crazy?

Why are you guys doing this to me?

I got an 88 on my college exam. Let's eat with a smile on our faces.

You did a good job. See you tomorrow.

Are you going back to the office?

No. I have a date today.

That's a relief. I like her better than those gold diggers.

Are you already this serious?

Check it out.

Tomorrow is her birthday and I'm worried she might feel uncomfortable.

Why? Is it too much?

Yes, it is.

I think she's too young for this.

She might feel uncomfortable.

Really? I want to give her a ring.

It might be too much for her.

I don't want her to feel that way.

What about a simple ring?

Like what college couples wear?

Something slim and cheap.

That might be better for her.

No. I was about to leave.

You must be tired. I don't want that.

Whatever, I'll be in front of your house. Bye!

There's nothing to drink in the refrigerator...

Oh my, why are you already packing?

There are still a few days left.

I'm packing in advance.

She'll need a lot of things in Seoul.

- What is this? - Ketchup.

You think they don't sell ketchup in Seoul?

That's still money spent.

This is too much. The taxi ride would cost more.

I don't know if she'll be able to cook.

She's never even washed her underwear at home.

I put in three boxes of instant rice. I'm sure one box will be gone in a month.

I'm so worried. She looks grown up but she still acts like a kid.

I should have kept her a few more years.

I'm good at cooking and the washer will work fine.

And I'm not going that far. I'll come back once a month. Don't worry.

Where are you going in the middle of the night?

I'm going somewhere nearby.

Who are you meeting? Are you going to Yoo Jung's house?

No, across the street... I'm going to meet Yoon Jae.

He wants to see me.

Okay. You can go then.

Come home early so I can show you how to use a rice cooker and the washer.

I won't be late. Bye.

Hey, you don't have to do that.

I can wash the dishes tomorrow.

It's not a lot.

Is your brother not coming home?

He said he'd be home early today. He should be here soon.

Just do it roughly. Let's play StarCraft.

Are you going to Shi Won's birthday party tomorrow?

I don't know.

You should come. It's a goodbye party.

This is the last time we can see each other before we go to Seoul.

Did you buy her something?

What did you get?

Something cheap.

But I won't give it to her.

Tae Woong!

How long have you been waiting?

I said I would meet you.

- I just got here. - Let's go in, it's cold.

- No, I have to go back. - Is that right?

Hold on, I have something for you.

It's carp bread. Eat it with your parents.

Don't eat it all by yourself.

I also have something for you.

Here. It's a present.

A present?

My birthday isn't for a while.

Because you always give me something.

Open it. I worked hard to buy this.

This is my first time buying a luxury gift.

Since you'll have a lot of chances to accept awards.

And you'll meet people in high positions.

If you wear a red tie, everything will work out.

Wear this and become a billionaire.

Do you know what it means to give a tie as a present?

I just told you. It's so everything works out.

Isn't it? Does it have another meaning?

No, you're right. But that's between ordinary people.

I meant between couples.

- Between couples, it means... - What?

It looks good!

It means I want you.

You didn't know?

Are you crazy? That's not what I meant. Never, definitely not!

I just wanted you to be successful in your career.

This is a lucky item. I didn't mean that at all.

Really?

Then I'm disappointed.

I wish you meant it that way.

Look forward to your birthday present tomorrow.

It has a lot of significance. Just like the tie.

Between couples.

What is it?

I'm sorry about before.

I met Dan Ji for something else.

I didn't tell you because I didn't want you to worry.

About what? Why did you have to see her?

I'll tell you everything later.

I said I want to know, right now!

If you're innocent, why can't you tell me now?

Why? Did she want to keep it a secret?

Can't you just believe me?

Do you always have to know everything?

I said it's nothing. There's nothing between us.

Are you... getting mad at me?

What have I done wrong? What right do you have to yell?

You know that you're acting weird these days?

You don't pick up the phone often and you don't smile that much.

You don't pay attention when I try to talk to you.

Do you not like me anymore? Is that it?

I'm sorry. It's all my fault.

Why are you sorry? Why are you always sorry?

I'm just curious.

Why don't you pick up the phone? Why did you meet Dan Ji?

I'm studying abroad.

My mom wants me to go. She thinks I don't have a future here.

I wanted to borrow Dan Ji's restaurant and tell you everything.

I begged her on my knees.

Just for an hour after business hours.

I was going to tell you everything.

That I'm leaving next week, but I really like you.

I'll come back after a year, so wait for me.

I was going to tell you.

But you couldn't wait a few days?

You still don't know how I feel?

How am I supposed to know?

If you don't tell me, how would I know?

Shi Won, are you sleeping?

Shi Won...

She's still just a baby...

How will she live around all those city slickers in Seoul?

She's never even washed her own underwear before...

I'm worried how she'll live by herself.

What if she comes back because she can't handle it?

I know. What if she cries because it's too tough there?

I feel so bad. If she had grown up in Seoul...

She wouldn't have to worry about these things.

- Let's go. She's sleeping. - Okay.

Happy Birthday.

Congratulations!

Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you!

Happy birthday dear Sung Shi Won...

Happy birthday to you!

Busan's craziest H.O.T. fan, Sung Shi Won. Happy Birthday!

I didn't know you're a year younger than me.

You should address me deferentially.

Anyway, I wish you good luck in Seoul.

Yoon Jae and Joon Hee, good luck at Seoul National University.

And good luck to Hak Chan, escaping to study abroad in Hawaii.

Hope you two figure things out.

And when you come back, don't even think about using a Seoul accent.

I'm going to kill you if you say, "Did you have lunch?"

"Shall we have spaghetti?" Okay? Got it?

Anyways, a toast to our last night.

Hey, don't hold them up so high. People can see us.

To our last night...

Cheers!

All together!

Yoon Jae, why don't you sing a song?

Now that I think about it, I've never seen you sing before.

Is singing your Achilles' heel?

I understand. Not everyone can be perfect.

Mistakes make you human. We'll understand, go for it!

I really hate him.

I didn't know he was that good.

He was in the Busan KBS Children's Choir.

Hello? Hi sis.

Okay, I got it.

Where are you going?

My sister's at the police station. I'll see you later.

All right.

Aren't you going to give me a birthday present?

I thought I told you... On my last birthday...

January 30, 1998

What is this?

Your birthday present. Read it carefully.

I'll do whatever's in there.

Is it a "something together" series?

Spend time together. Eat rice cakes together.

Wait... Is this for me, or for you?

It's for the two of us.

I'll do one of those today. Do you want to watch a movie?

No, thanks. Am I a kid or something?

Why are you giving me something so childish?

Hey, you gave me coupons for my birthday present last year.

And continuously for the past ten years.

A woman changes everyday.

Is this present appropriate for an eighteenth birthday?

Then do you have something in mind?

Of course. But not from you.

Just not from you.

What is it?

A ring.

Hey, spread it around. If someone likes me...

He should get me a ring for my next birthday.

Got it? A ring.

Okay?

You forgot, didn't you! I mentioned it all last year.

Get it from my brother.

That present.

As long as it's not from me, right?

You're so cruel.

How can you ask me for that?

Why not?

I'm too stupid to know why not.

Can you explain to me why?

Because I like you.

I'm really into you.

I've been at your side since we were born.

We've seen each other everyday.

I even remember your first period.

But I still see you as a woman.

The first day of high school was the first time I thought you were pretty.

After that day, I always gave you a hint.

I liked you. I wanted you to like me.

But you didn't notice.

Fine, maybe you had only ever seen me as a friend.

So I should confess.

So I told you to meet me after the college entrance exam.

I told you to meet me at the school playground at eight.

That it was my D-Day.

But my brother said, ten minutes before...

He told me...

He liked you.

What should I do?

There are only two people I love.

One is my brother... Who gave up everything for me.

And the other is you.

It's you... but...

My brother likes you...

A lot. Like I do. What should I do?

What do you want me to do?

I said what do I do?

Why aren't you singing? We have only one minute left.

Time is money, don't you know?

This should be the last song...

Sixty-six!

Goodbye Now Artist: 015b

Within the awkward looks we shared when we first met...

Our hesitation at becoming friends...

Then what can I do? What can I do?

Did I ask you to do something?

Is there something we can do?

Then, what? What do you want from me?

I just wanted to know.

Did you think I wouldn't understand if you went to New York?

Why? Did you think I would grab you and try to stop you?

Did you think I would cry everyday in my room?

Yoon Jae knew, Joon Hee Knew, even Sung Jae knew... but I didn't.

Do you know what I really want?

I just want you to tell me what you tell everyone else!

Ma'am, give me a ticket!

Yoon Jae...

Can we just go back to being good friends again?

Like you said, we've always been together since we were born.

I'm not that smart. You know that.

But I do know that you're the friend who means the most to me.

So... you'll still be my friend, right?

If a man...

If he tells a girl who doesn't like him...

Like a pathetic fool...

If he confesses everything...

It means he never wants to see her again.

Throw it away.

A friend?

Are you kidding me?

- You're home late. - Hi. Why didn't you call me?

I didn't wait that long. I was playing Go with your father.

You lost on purpose again, didn't you?

How did you know? Are you a psychic?

Happy birthday, Shi Won.

I chose the key for the Seoul house. I bet you didn't know.

The front door is digital so you can just press the buttons.

That's for your room.

The key isn't your birthday present.

The thing at the bottom is my gift to you.

Don't feel any pressure. Just think of it as a key chain.

Tae Woong...

I have something to say.

How can you be so heartless? Why can't you understand?

Well my heart is breaking. Why can't you understand me?

Well this table is perfect!

You should putt on the porch. Why do you have to do it here?

Putting? Putting is the most important thing in golf.

And why do you have to dry red peppers in here?

Because the sunlight shines directly into this room.

Then take out the bed and put the peppers over here.

Where will Shi Won sleep when she visits?

She would only stay for a few days.

Put some blankets in the living room. We have a lot of thick blankets!

That would be better than a bed.

- Just take it out. - No.

Dad! Should I leave right now?

I like the way the things were.

Have some on the way to Seoul.

You should go now.

Please. Otherwise I can't leave.

I'll be back soon.

What number is it?

I'm all right.

Don't cry. Why are you crying?

I'll call you when I arrive. Don't cry.

Don't! I'm not going to die. I'm leaving. Don't cry.

Call me when you arrive.

Got it. Please go... The bus is going to leave.

What are you doing? Fasten your seat belt.

When you stop at a service station, don't act slow. Get back on the bus.

There's kimbap and water in there.

Okay, I can do it by myself. Just go.

Your legs will be uncomfortable. Move over.

Don't forget to take this before you get off the bus.

All right, I'm leaving.

Yes, go. I'll call you.

Being a teenager is a stormy period because we don't know any answers.

We don't know what we really want, who really loves us...

Who we really love... We struggle to find the answer.

And finally, when we miraculously find the answer...

We've already become adults and undergo big and small goodbyes.

That winter, the world was full of separation and goodbyes.

The world didn't come to an end, but for undying fans...

The end of the world would have been a better fate.

Sechs Kies announced its breakup, and upset fans set fire to the reporter's car.

In 2001, H.O.T. also announced its breakup, and my world fell apart.

Planes crashed into New York City, and Incheon Airport opened its doors.

The Korean national soccer team made it to the World Cup semifinals.

Roh Moo Hyun was elected the 16th President of Korea.

Typhoon Maemi hit South Korea.

And now it only takes two hours from Seoul to Busan by KTX.

So began the 21st century, and our 90s disappeared into history.

I thought my 90s had ended forever.

Seoul, 2005

Hey, Sung Shi Won! Where is she?

Sung Shi Won!

Why aren't you setting up for the shoot?

I'm sorry.

Hey, Shi Won!

Just go over the rules while you put the microphone on him.

Tony just received the notice and came here in a hurry.

Why are you just standing here? Do you want me to go with you?

Hey, are you all right?

I hadn't forgotten everything, but I had put it all aside.

Just like that, my body had been holding on to the memories.

Seeing him took me back to 1997, when I was his mad fan.

The 90s had unexpectedly returned.

Five iced americanos, please.

Hold on.

Following customer, please order first.

Could I have a large iced caramel mocha?

- Whipped cream? - A lot, please.

Professor, want to grab coffee with us?

I don't have any money. I sold all of my stocks.

Who do you take us for? We knew you would say that.

So we brought the coffee. Just spend thirty minutes with us.

What would you like? Iced americano, iced latte, kiwi juice...

And an iced caramel mocha. We got everything.

- This one. But only thirty minutes. - Really?

That might be too sweet for you.

No, I like sweet things. Let's go.