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(Hwang In Youp)

(Jung Chae Yeon)

(Bae Hyeon Seong)

(Choi Won Young, Choi Moo Sung)

(Seo Ji Hye, Kim Hye Eun, Baek Eun Hye)

(Family By Choice)

(All characters, locations, organizations, and incidents...)

(depicted in this drama are entirely fictitious.)

Dal, good for you.

Your first love lives next door.

You can see him every day.

- Do you really like Hae Jun? - What?

Let me know if you need my help again.

I wouldn't be good enough.

You're the most handsome guy...

I've seen in my 27 years of life.

I have a crush on you!

You ruined my life!

Mom.

Must you see me die?

Go back to Seoul. I won't go with you.

He can't go.

You gave him to me when you left.

I'm not letting him go ever again.

Ju Won. I love you.

What is this?

It's what you saw.

We're dating.

Have you gone mad? Get off her!

She's Ju Won. Our sister.

She's our sister!

Hae Jun. Ju Won and I really like each other.

Ju Won.

You shouldn't date this guy. I am definitely against this.

Big brother.

Come on. Accept me, please.

- I'll be good. - Okay, all right.

About that.

That girl Hee Ju. I quite like her.

Yes. So do I.

We're not the type to complain or disapprove.

- Right? - Right.

Then don't disapprove.

We're dating.

What?

My gosh.

My goodness.

What?

I like this.

It's a lovely picture, right?

Yes, it's nice. It's fine.

No.

Why not?

You just said you wouldn't disapprove.

You said you liked Hee Ju and Jun Ho.

You said anyone would be fine.

You said it would be okay.

San Ha's not just anyone.

That's why you can trust him even more.

You like him more than me sometimes.

I said no.

Don't say no right away.

Why not take the time to think...

There's nothing to think about.

Some things can't happen.

(Episode 15)

Dad is flustered, that's all.

He won't disapprove in earnest.

I was shocked and said no at first too.

I get how Dad feels.

Are you upset?

Of course, I am.

I guess I'm not as good as Jun Ho.

That's not true. Dad said it for your sake.

It could be because I'm not as good a catch as Hee Ju.

That's right. That must be it.

Shut your mouth.

He disapproved when I wanted to marry you.

He called it nonsense and didn't even take it seriously.

That was because it was really nonsense.

You shouldn't treat me like this.

Don't you know how important my role is now?

I trust you'll help, bro.

Hey, you say it too.

"I trust in you, big brother."

It's only right that he disapproves.

He couldn't willingly give away a daughter like Ju Won.

No one would be good enough.

I'd feel the same.

Don't worry.

I'm right here.

Me too.

My goodness.

You always said how they felt was important.

Why did you walk off like that only to sulk out here?

Goodness.

Is it because it was so sudden?

Did you have to react so coldly?

What is it?

You don't approve of San Ha as Ju Won's boyfriend?

Yes. I don't approve of him.

I'm a single dad who raised his daughter with love,

and I have the right to sulk.

But I feel bad and upset that I don't think I'll get to sulk.

If she dates San Ha, I can't side with Ju Won whenever they fight.

That's why I'm upset.

Sulk all you want.

Go ahead.

Do you think San Ha would give Ju Won a hard time?

Regardless of who's at fault,

neither San Ha nor Ju Won...

comes to us when they have a problem.

To avoid upsetting us,

they won't ask us to take sides.

Why...

Why do you assume they'll always fight and struggle?

What couple laughs all day every day?

Why are you single now?

They're not like San Ha's mom and me.

Plus, it's not like they're asking for permission to marry.

That's the problem.

What happens if they date and realize it's not meant to be?

Will you tell them to go back...

to being brother and sister and get along as they used to?

You know they wouldn't have brought it up lightly.

That's why I can't allow it. That's exactly why.

This is their first serious relationship.

Whatever happens in the future, be sure never to break up.

Will you make them promise already?

If my daughter feels sad and is struggling,

I want to be able to tell her...

she can come to her dad at any time and that I'll always be on her side.

How can I say that if San Ha's involved?

I'll think only of my Ju Won.

So don't mention it again.

Yoon.

Fine.

I'll think only of San Ha too.

I'll worry only about him.

If this is what he wants, he has my full support.

Darn it.

(Dad)

(My daughter)

- Dad. - Yes.

- Dad. - Yes.

Are you really against it?

You have to at least say why.

Can you give San Ha and me a hint as to...

how to convince you?

Dad.

Yes?

When I was young,

do you remember what the neighbourhood ladies said?

They called you the daughter of the single kalguksu guy.

Yes.

Even girls who had moms came to school with crazy hair.

But my hair somehow managed to stay neatly in place.

And my clothes were always clean.

They wondered...

how a guy managed on his own.

I didn't want it to show that you didn't have a mom.

Exactly.

You raised me so well that no one can tell I don't.

You gave me lots of love and raised me to be a good person.

So you can trust me.

Dad.

Yes?

I'm sorry.

Let's go home.

- What do you want to eat? - Chicken.

- Shall we eat chicken? - Yes.

- Okay. - Yes!

- How many will you eat? - Two.

- That many? - Yes.

Can you...

cook for me?

Do you want a shot?

Yes.

I was wondering...

how to tell you that we're dating.

I thought that perhaps you'd say right away that it was great...

and give your permission.

I hoped that would be the case.

You didn't think I'd disapprove?

I did because there are so many reasons for you to.

I was afraid I couldn't find a solution...

if you were to say you'd never approve.

I told Ju Won not to worry,

but I was actually afraid I wouldn't be able to do anything.

So I just hoped you wouldn't...

disapprove of us.

Why did you do this if you knew that?

Why even get started?

You should've said no first.

You should've said...

you should remain siblings and be close as before.

Even if Ju Won said she liked you first,

you should've stopped her.

I couldn't.

I just couldn't.

So I clung and begged.

Not my Ju Won.

Not my precious daughter.

I will do anything I can.

I'll wait...

for one year or two until you give permission.

I'll sort out...

everything you're worried about.

You'll sort it out?

What can you sort out?

You have no idea what she has gone through.

To avoid getting me upset,

she sneaked peeks of her mom's photo.

To look like she didn't have a mom,

to pretend she didn't mind what people whispered about us,

to insist you were her brother despite having a different surname,

she put on a brave face. Do you think that was easy for her?

That's what my Ju Won is like.

What do you think you can sort out?

I promise you Ju Won will never have a hard time.

She'll never have anything to be upset about.

San Ha.

You know,

I just want her to live a normal life.

I don't want my Ju Won to have to try so hard to live a good life.

That's all.

I'm sorry.

I'm fine.

Ever since I realized I had feelings for Ju Won,

I've been saying to myself...

that I wanted to become an adult quickly...

so Ju Won and I could build...

a normal life together, like everyone else.

I want to live like that with Ju Won,

Mr. Yoon.

Here.

My goodness. You didn't have to bring anything.

You probably skipped breakfast again.

I never eat breakfast, so it's fine.

Exactly. You should start eating breakfast every morning.

All right. Let's eat.

My gosh. This looks so good.

Let's eat. Here.

Do you want to live with me?

No, I'm just going to live with you.

I was going to move in with Dad,

but you're here alone.

Besides, Dad has Mr. Kim and the kids too.

No.

I've been living alone for years, so I prefer to live by myself.

Whatever. It's not like I'll fall for another lie.

Let's move to Dad's neighbourhood together.

- Gosh, Hae Jun. - I'll do whatever I want.

- What is that? - Oh, this.

Jung Jae sent me a few pictures of you.

Don't you have another one? It's embarrassing.

Why? Well...

Here, look.

- How about this one? - Come on. No.

- This one? - No, pick something else.

Then what about this one? I like this one.

They're all great pictures.

Do you no longer play basketball?

- No. - Why not?

I can't even play professionally, so what's the point?

You know, this face. You used to make the exact same face as a baby.

You made this exact same face when you were excited as a baby.

I did?

Do you have to play professionally?

Is that why you learned how to play basketball?

Why won't you do it, knowing it makes you this excited?

Something's fishy. You'd better tell me the truth.

Where were you last night that you keep trying to change the topic?

Are you at work now?

Did you visit my dad?

You know me like the back of your hand.

And you didn't get his permission?

No, I didn't.

- Did he scold you? - No.

Come to the bakery at lunch.

Why?

Because I want to see you?

You can see me now.

So? He's in the hospital now?

I'm coming now.

It's fine.

He just has a bruise on his forehead and a little scrape on the side.

Look, Hee Ju is treating him.

It's not like he needs an internal medicine doctor, so don't worry.

And...

Hey, I'm right here, you know.

I told you I didn't need to go to the hospital.

Will you please listen to your boyfriend, Yoon Ju Won?

Be gentle.

Wait, hold on.

For real? Seriously?

Dr. Lee, do you have that much time on your hands?

You know we're doing a group health checkup today.

- Come with me. - Get going, man.

All right, ladies. Please come here and fill out this questionnaire.

If you have any questions, I can help you.

(General Health Checkup)

Isn't that Yoon?

Yoon said he was too hungover to get a health checkup today.

(Emergency Medical Center)

Hey.

What's going on? What happened? Did you hurt your head?

No, I'm really fine.

Hey, what on earth did you do...

that San Ha's face looks like this?

Well, I just...

It wasn't Ju Won's fault. It was my mistake...

Even if Ju Won did it, you'd say she didn't.

If your father sees this, he'll be so upset.

I'm really fine.

Oh, my goodness.

Hey, what are you going to do about this?

Put this back on.

(Emergency Medical Center)

It is you! I thought I saw you, so I followed you.

Oh, no. What happened to his face?

Did you do this?

Yes. It was me, but...

- Aren't you here for the checkup? - Yes.

It'll be your turn soon. You should hurry back.

Goodness. Not a day goes by quietly.

Gosh, what if it scars? Oh, dear.

It's nothing serious, so I guess it's all good. I'm off.

Dad.

There's no one at the restaurant now, so I should hurry back.

How badly are you hurt?

Oh, I really didn't need to rush to the hospital,

but Ju Won insisted. That's why I'm here.

Okay. You're fine, then.

Ju Won must've been really worried.

Hey, how come you got here so quickly?

You said you'd only think about Ju Won.

I have to go.

If you came because you were worried about San Ha, stay and eat with us!

What are you talking about? I have my own restaurant to run.

My goodness.

I should go back to the hospital.

The elders are there. I'll call you later.

All right. You should head back.

I'll give Ju Won a ride.

You must've been so worried.

It's fine.

San Ha has never broken a single bone because he's cautious,

but look at Hae Jun. He has so many scars and bruises.

It's totally normal for boys. Don't worry.

I'm sorry.

You're sorry? For what? Don't even say that!

Shall we grab a bite to eat?

Shall I cook you something at the bakery? How about brunch?

I'd love that. Let's go. Come on. Let's go to the bakery.

Is your leg okay?

Oh, yes. It's fine.

Let's talk.

Well, I'm running late for a meeting.

Oh, no. Taxi!

Then we can talk on the way.

Get in.

You left like that, so I couldn't even check.

Sorry? Check what?

So, you like me?

- Yes. - You never had a crush on San Ha?

That's right.

Then why did you keep it from me all this time?

Because I knew you had no feelings for me.

Is that right?

"Is that right?"

Then why did you suddenly say it?

Sorry?

You said nothing ten years ago. Why did you suddenly say it?

Well, that was... It just came out without me even realizing it.

I got caught up in the moment and blurted it out.

After I told you like that, I regretted it so much.

All right, then.

If it came out suddenly like that, I'll just pretend I never heard it.

Just keep thinking of me as Ju Won's brother.

Sir, could you pull over?

What? Here? In the middle of the road?

Yes, it's fine. Please just pull over.

Just forget all about it. You're my second favourite sister after Ju Won.

And it'll always be that way.

- Thank you. - Take her home safely.

Let me see. Does it hurt a lot?

Yes, it hurts.

Wait here. Let me go and get some ice...

Earlier, when we saw your dad,

I should've said, "Ju Won hit me, and something's wrong with my head."

"So, Ju Won has to take care of me now." I should've said that.

Stop it. Had you been seriously hurt,

Dad would've beaten me to a pulp.

- I doubt that. - No, for real.

Didn't you see the look on my dad's face earlier?

I'm telling you. You're not the one he can't approve of.

I'm sure I'm the one Dad can't approve of.

Ju Won.

I really like your dad.

I want to love you more than your dad does.

I can't lose to him,

but he loves you very much, so I should step up my game.

Yes, step up your game.

Oh, right. Did my dad eat here?

Yes. He said the brunch I made for him tasted way better...

than the Korean dishes Dad makes every day.

- He never eats bread for breakfast. - That's not true.

He said he'd love for me to cook him brunch every day.

My, that's refreshing. Very nice.

Sir, I thought you ate just before you met me.

- Well, this is my dessert. - Sorry?

You know, Ju Won...

cooked me some brunch or something.

She gave me bread with some rabbit food, so I ate it.

But I turned around and got hungry.

They say men who live alone struggle to eat three proper meals a day.

But you never have to worry about that thanks to Mr. Yoon.

Right.

Just so you know, I don't care if it's bread or rabbit food.

I'll eat anything I'm given.

I have to say, San Ha wasn't the only one Mr. Yoon took care of.

He practically raised you too.

Hey.

What would be a good gift for asking your future in-law...

to take good care of your child?

(Melon, 8 Dollars)

When I was meeting my wife's parents for the first time,

my mom was very worried.

She was worried they might approve of a mere police officer.

Why wouldn't they approve of you?

It's not really about me. They'd just be sad to let her go.

- Really? - Anyway, so I showed up...

with arms full of gifts. I got things that her parents would like.

Yes. That fool showed up empty-handed and said,

"We're dating." Of course, it won't cut it. Goodness.

Boy, I should've taught him these things in advance.

Excuse me. How much is that one?

Oh, boy.

Where is your mind at?

My goodness.

Is it because Ju Won caused trouble again?

"Again?" Don't talk like Ju Won is a troublemaker.

She takes such good care of her brothers.

That's true.

Earlier, as I was watching San Ha...

take care of the neighbours...

in his white doctor's gown, I kept thinking,

"That boy grew up so well."

Even I felt so proud.

Yes.

It's all thanks to you and Ju Won.

Think of when he came to the neighbourhood.

When his face...

was filled with worry...

and he showed a cold attitude,

he looked just like his mother.

Ma'am, please watch your mouth.

Please don't think like that.

As you keep saying it...

Never mind.

(Yoon's Kalguksu)

Oh, my gosh.

- It startled me. - Well...

Are you all right?

Yes.

Okay.

I'm sorry I startled you.

No, I came without notice.

Are you shooting a movie?

Ma'am, are you done with preparing the napa cabbages?

- Of course, I am. - I see.

How about the anchovies?

I finished it a long time ago.

You didn't age at all. How could you stay the same?

I didn't stay the same.

Yes, you did. When you came in earlier,

you looked just like when you came here first, which shocked me.

I thought you were a ghost.

My gosh.

Why is there...

a fly?

I couldn't thank you properly so far.

Thank you.

Well, I'm not saying this to take credit,

but do you know how much I worried...

after making a mistake of setting him up with you?

Ma'am.

You should go home now.

- You should go home early. - What?

You had a check-up and had blood drawn.

You shouldn't stand for too long.

You should get going.

So you should take responsibility...

for Mr. Yoon who has aged from raising Hae Jun.

Bye.

Well...

I heard Park Dal had told him about her feelings in front of others.

What did Hae Jun say?

Why don't you ask him in person?

Why does Ju Won like that rude guy?

- It's true she's too good for me. - Of course.

Hee Ju, don't ask around people.

Just tell Hae Jun properly and get rejected quickly.

Hey.

One thing is for sure.

There's no way things will work out between you and him.

Give up on him before he dumps you and you end up being humiliated.

Since I only have a few friends,

I should be honest with you.

That jerk.

Okay.

Is the basketball class you mentioned before still valid?

Are you serious?

Will you seriously start playing basketball again?

Yes.

I'm going to call them right now.

Right now.

But what made you change your mind suddenly?

Why did you suddenly make such an important decision?

Is it because of Dal?

Why do you talk about her now?

Everyone in the neighbourhood knows she told you she likes you.

Why?

Are you guys dating now?

That's why you've decided to chase your dream again, right?

Are you writing a novel?

It's because of my mom.

She wants to see me have fun.

I also...

Anyway, that's why.

Is that so?

But does everyone really know about it?

I'm sure everyone in Haedong knows.

Why? Did you reject her?

Was she rejected?

What do you mean she was rejected?

It's not something like that.

If you didn't accept it, it means you rejected her.

My goodness.

Jae Eun told me...

Dal's mother made a scene when she decided to come to Haedong...

after she became a qualified lawyer.

She came to the countryside,

instead of working for a famous law firm in Seoul.

That's why she insists that her daughter should marry well...

and is always telling her to go on blind dates.

Honestly, even if you had dated her, it wouldn't have lasted long.

Her mother wouldn't have left her alone.

I have a crush on you.

Come to think of it, I feel so sorry for her even though she looks fine.

It's driving me crazy. Why am I bothered so much?

Forget about it. She and I don't suit each other anyway.

Why is she putting herself through this by liking me?

Who on earth is it?

You cancelled the blind date because you were seeing someone.

How inadequate must he be that you can't even bring him to me?

Park Dal.

It's because I'm inadequate, not him.

What?

He doesn't like me.

What does he do?

You must've acted like a fool for him to say he dislikes you.

What did I say?

- You're so pathetic that... - Because you're being like this.

Because you always say I'm pathetic, inadequate, and stupid.

That's why I can't even talk about my feelings to someone I like.

I acted like a fool,

trying to find the right timing, then I ruined everything.

You also think I'm not worth much,

so you try to rate me and send me on blind dates.

Who would like me?

I just want you to meet someone who is on your level...

and live a high-standard life.

I'm worried you might bring someone worthless...

- and ruin your life. - Mom!

The person I like...

doesn't like me.

That's why...

I'm sad.

I'm heartbroken.

I don't care about levels or standards.

It feels like my life is a failure because he doesn't like me.

The cast will be removed tomorrow as scheduled.

He should be able to be discharged in about two weeks at this rate.

Thank you, Doctor.

Thank you.

It'll be much more comfortable after today.

How about Mom?

Will she feel more comfortable too?

Mom said...

it was the most comfortable when I was in her belly...

and I was giving her a hard time because I always caused trouble.

Will you go back to my belly then?

You said you haven't felt so comfortable for a while...

because I was staying still in a cast.

So are you going to be in a cast for the rest of your life for me...

without playing soccer or going to the playground?

Do you not want to give her a hard time?

Me too.

I also said I would never do something...

if it gave her a hard time.

So did you not play soccer...

or ride a bicycle even if you wanted to?

No.

Really?

Yes.

I didn't play soccer or ride a bicycle.

But my mom wasn't happy at all.

Why?

I guess...

that was not why she struggled.

What was it then?

I think you should talk about it with your mom.

So...

does it mean I can play soccer?

Maybe.

- I'll see you tomorrow. - Thank you.

Good night.

(Mom)

(Mom)

What?

I just wanted to check on you.

You left me here...

so you could live however you wanted. Why would you check on me?

I'll visit you next week.

I have something to say.

(Mom)

Are you on duty tonight as well?

Yes. Be careful and don't come home too late.

Take a short nap in snatches.

Don't worry.

Text me when you get home.

Yes, sir.

I was hoping you were still here,

and I saw the lights were on.

Please take a seat here.

Would you like something to drink?

I'm fine.

Are you dating San Ha?

Yes.

Take a seat.

He said he would come home to say something.

I figured it'd be about you.

I won't tell him I disapprove of your relationship.

He won't listen to me even if I do.

So...

I want you to just break up with him.

The call cannot be connected. Transferring to voicemail.

(Ju Won)

Yes?

Well...

Ju Won slept in her bakery last night.

She would stay up all night in her bakery.

(Cupcakes)

- Ju Won. - You're here.

- Did you sleep here? - Yes.

I don't like the new menu for summer.

Why didn't you tell me you would sleep here?

Did I not tell you?

Ju Won.

I'm the owner of the bakery,

but I've been neglecting it to hang out with you.

There isn't really something wrong, is there?

Of course, there isn't.

It's already this late.

Have you eaten? What should we eat?

Are you okay?

I guess I worked too hard.

I'm really fine.

You have a mild fever too.

Ju Won.

Take the medicine before you go to sleep.

Get some sleep.

I want you to break up with San Ha.

You might be able to comfort him...

when San Ha is having a tough time...

because you did that when you were a kid.

I understand that he might want to rely on you...

when taking care of me gets tough for him.

But...

what if I stop bothering San Ha?

I'll make things easy for San Ha now.

Wouldn't it be better for San Ha to meet...

someone who doesn't know his past and have a normal life?

With someone whom I would feel comfortable being a family with.

But you and I can't be a family. Don't you agree?

I don't approve of you as his wife.

Will you take away his mother from him for the rest of his life?

What you guys think you have is not love.

You're mistaken.

It's because you guys have been through a lot.

(The owner is sick.)

(I can only make simple drinks. I'm sorry.)

Thank you.

Hey, you're here.

Hello. Ju Won asked me to get something for her.

I see. Is that so?

She should have asked me.

Is something missing?

I'll look for it.

I'll get going now.

Okay.

By the way,

I don't need you.

What?

You don't have to tell me I'm your sister like Ju Won.

Thank you for letting me down gently.

I'm here to stand up to you, Mom.

What?

I wanted to cry in front of you, throw a fit,

and ask you to let me have my way.

I wanted you to see how much I was hurting.

So I came here to beg.

Mom.

I don't resent you.

I just...

hated that you were sad.

You did this to my life!

I hated that you were in pain.

- It's hot! - Oh, no.

So Hee. What is it? Oh, no.

- San Ha, get the ice. Hurry! - My gosh.

Sit down.

- Oh, no. - Get the ice now!

You should've been more careful.

- It hurts a lot. - Oh, no.

So I could never...

be honest with you.

- That it burned me. - Are you okay?

- I didn't want to tell you. - That it hurt a lot.

It's so red.

I couldn't even show you my scar.

Why are you only telling me that now?

Mom.

Mom!

Once you weren't in pain...

or sad,

I thought we would be okay too.

I'm sorry.

I shouldn't have pretended to be okay...

or acted like an adult.

I should have told you everything.

That I was in pain...

and sad too.

And that I was scared...

and wanted a hug from you.

I was miserable...

because it felt like it was also my fault that So Jung died.

I...

missed So Jung too.

So I should have told you much sooner...

that we should be there for each other.

Mom.

It's okay for us...

to be happy.

It's okay for us to be happy.

What brings you here at this hour?

I missed you, Dad.

You should have come inside. Why are you sitting out here?

What's wrong with you?

- Are you sick? - I worked too much.

Running a business is no joke.

Exactly. I told you to hire some people.

I think I've been telling you that for 20 years.

Dad.

If this is about giving you and San Ha my approval...

It's not about that.

What is it then?

What's love?

Love?

How can you love Hae Jun so much?

I'm against your relationship with your boyfriend.

Asking me what love is isn't the right move.

I'm your daughter.

We're related.

So it's natural for you to love me.

But San Ha and Hae Jun aren't related to you.

But how can you love them like they're your own?

I raised them and did everything for them from washing them,

clothing them, and feeding them.

What does blood relations have to do with love?

What about Mom?

What was it like when you loved Mom?

You didn't raise Mom.

It felt like she was my whole world.

Is that the same for everyone?

Probably.

It felt like I couldn't live without her.

And with her by my side,

it felt like everything was going to be okay.

I see.

"I see?"

Are you putting me through this...

when San Ha doesn't feel like your whole world?

I see. It's like that for everyone.

I'm so relieved.

He and I had different lives from other people.

Our lives have been complicated.

So it felt like we only had each other.

And I was worried that I might mistake it for love.

That suddenly crossed my mind.

San Ha...

can live without me.

I thought long and hard about it, but I can't live without him either.

What a relief.

I'm so glad to hear that's how it is with everyone too.

Thank you, Dad.

I haven't given you my permission yet.

I know.

When did you grow up so big?

Where are you?

(Where are you?)

I'll be there in an hour. I'll go to your cafe.

(Kim San Ha: I'll be there in an hour.) (I'll go to your cafe.)

Okay. I'll wait for you.

San Ha!

I missed you.

Me too.

San Ha.

Yes.

I had a big realization yesterday.

What is it?

It was about you, San Ha. It was that...

I love you so much.

Amazing, right?

That's it?

(Family By Choice)