Inok, where are you going?
Let's talk.
I have nothing to say.
Inok.
You heard me.
I'm not marrying you.
Sorry. Goodbye.
Inok.
Don't do this.
Don't do this to me.
Inok.
Mom. What's wrong?
Oh, I've got a headache.
Give me a minue.
Does it hurt?
No, I'm fine.
Thanks for today.
Going home? Done for the day?
Uh-huh. You going to work?
No. I'm done for the day too.
Take it. Bye.
'kay.
Hello.
What?
Oh, no.
I can't give up, not that much.
I see. Okay, on my way.
What you looking at?
She dropped you off?
Yeah. You going somewhere?
Uh-huh. Car trouble.
Trade up.
You could have a new one with all the money you spent on repairs.
I'm looking into it.
Good for you. I'm off.
See you tomorrow.
Hey.
What?
I know someone in cars.
Buy from her.
Buy? That an order?
Ple-e-ease.
Maybe later.
Leggo.
C'mon.
Inok, do you have time to talk?
This time of day? Aren't you working?
You looking for a new car?
A car?
I guarantee the best car at the best price.
What's your spiff?
Spiff?
Cash for recommending a sale.
Spiff, pssh.
I'll give you the equivalent. Now beat it.
That's not it.
Then just go.
Something wrong?
I can help.
I'm a better scammer than you.
Mom knows she's living here.
"She?"
The "never-mind" chick?
Mm-hm.
She didn't move out?
She did, but...
...then she came back.
So?
So now she's gone.
So Mom kicked her out?
No. She left on her own.
For good.
So that's that?
What's what?
Her bags are here.
Bags are nothing, but mom, now, that's bad.
Don't tell me she'll come back?
You're not hot for her are you?
What?
I don't get you, but I heard what you said.
But now you're all worried?
Cause I don't know. Suppose she's in trouble?
Whatever. Just go.
Car.
I'm worried about Mom, that's it, the end.
She went home?
Of course, to look after Aram.
Ah, so now it's Round Two.
Yeah. So beat it.
Talk about bad timing.
For you and Hyongi both.
And I've got to help her move 10 cars.
Why's that?
Just cause. Help a sister out.
Songhi.
Huh?
We meet again. What are you doing here?
What are you...?
Ah, your brother's studio?
Huh? Anyway, I was gonna call, my boss...
You and your phone. Can't get a word in.
Go on.
Take it first.
Okay. Sorry.
Hello.
Yes.
Really? You're sure?
Okay, I'm on my way.
Seungi, I got to get to the airport.
The airport?
His wife's arriving.
Wife? Chile?
We can reach him through her.
I've got to hurry.
Whatcha doin'?
Keys, stupid-keys...
You okay?
Huh? Uh-huh.
Get out.
No time. I've got to get her.
Seungi.
You can't drive. I'll take you.
Hello.
Just getting off?
Yes.
Listen, is Dr. Yu all right?
He left early and didn't come back.
Oh?
Goodnight.
Well, well, now I know why she's so upset.
Who?
Your wife, the shock of her son and all.
He didn't come back to work today.
So what?
So he had something to do outside the office.
If you say so.
Old hag.
Let's eat.
Sure, while no one's here.
What now?
I wasn't wrong.
Who said you were?
We're eating here.
Say your piece and get out.
Eat. Who's stopping you?
You haven't eaten? Join us.
No thanks. I'll have to listen to her nagging.
Don't mind me, dig in.
I wasn't wrong either.
You don't think my son should move in with them either.
Wrong or not,
you were still out of line.
You were just plain ugly.
He was no better. He wasn't exactly polite.
You started it. You got angry first.
He used my boy as a scapegoat.
Saying my son suggested the move.
Maybe he did at that.
What?
Did you see it? Did you?
Whether I did or not, why would he lie?
Fancy pants guys are always liars.
He's not the type. He's a decent man.
What? You going senile?
After what you saw him do?
Sonmi, what do you think? Is he the type?
Please. Let's just drop it.
It's my own fault, talking to an old hag like her.
Ugh.
You shouldn't have. He's worried about his son.
He looks it.
He's not himself, that much is clear.
Did Hyongi really suggest it..?
Never.
No, he would never.
Someone else is to blame.
Thanks.
Can you drive?
Yes. Goodnight.
There's a way out, even when the sky falls.
Buck up.
You know he didn't leave Korea. You'll find him.
I'm talking you up to my friends. Wait for my call.
Cars.
I'm not one for pity.
But a little compassion isn't so bad.
It's not pity. You don't need that.
It doesn't matter.
But don't be nice.
I don't like the nice guys.
That's the real you.
You can drive. Go.
Didn't skip a beat.
Hello.
Oh, yes, you got there?
Everyone's all right?
I see. Don't worry, just get some rest.
Listen, about Dr. Yu.
All right. I will.
I'm sorry.
Goodnight.
Your father-in-law?
Yes.
Come in, it's cold.
Okay.
"Where are u? Please pick up."
Excuse me.
Hello.
Hi.
You here to see Inok?
Not exactly. Can you call her?
Hang on.
Okay.
He's still there?
Still? How long has it been?
Where's Inok?
Come in.
Sit.
Sir.
Sorry about today.
I'd had a little too much to drink.
Not at all.
No. Thinking it over, I can't blame your dad.
I wasn't any better.
I wasn't fair to you. Or to Inok.
I didn't act my age.
Not at all.
You treated me well before today.
I'm to blame.
Drink.
Sir, please tell me where she went, what she's doing.
Please, Father.
Mom.
I didn't know Dabin was coming.
I would have gotten him something.
I'm sorry. I should have called.
Listen to you. Are we strangers?
Oh, I have eggs.
Dabin, Nana will scramble you some eggs.
Don't.
Dabin, you like beans?
Nana makes great beans. Here.
Yummy?
Yum.
Little sweetie, just like his father.
What are you doing? You'll catch cold. Come in.
I will in a bit.
I'm fine.
Poor Dabin is worn out from the drive.
- He dropped right off. - I know.
Where is everyone? Is something wrong?
Wrong? There's nothing to do after harvest.
He's visiting family.
When will he be back?
When he gets around to it.
Kids are useless, huh?
Useless? Just seeing you is enough.
I'm sorry. I never call.
It's not easy living with in-laws.
I know you're busy, don't worry.
Why don't you ask me?
What?
About why I'm here.
It doesn't matter.
I'm just glad you came to me.
That's enough.
Mom.
I'm fine.
You just get some rest.
Relax.
That's why you're here. Isn't it?
How did you know?
I didn't give birth to you. But I reared you for 20 years.
I can tell just looking at you.
Want a drink?
I've got some.
At the time you didn't let it go.
When my husband died, when I was alone.
I said I'd stay with his father and you said absolutely not.
It hurts, you said, but everything comes to an end.
If you don't end it now, you can't later.
Maybe you never will.
Yes, so I said.
But you held out, too.
How can I cut Dabin off from his grandpa and auntie, you said.
That never comes to an end.
I thought you didn't know anything.
Never, you said, I won't have it.
But now...
I see I was wrong not to listen to you.
It's not too late.
No. You were right.
If I didn't end it then, I can't do it later.
I can't now.
No, I won't.
I have to rear my boy the way I've been doing.
But I'm not sure I can.
Always something, huh?
Not always.
Remember? It's the same as when your husband died.
I can't do this, I'm not sure I can, you said.
But you survived.
You muddled through.
When you think it's over, you can't do it.
That's when you have to make do.
Dad.
Is this over him?
Don't let it bother you.
There's nothing you can do.
Maybe so...
I'm going to bed.
Okay. Goodnight.
What's bothering you?
Hm? Nothing.
Is Aram asleep?
She was waiting up for her dad, but she dozed off.
Good. Hyongi will be late.
Why?
Did he say something?
Huh? No... But it's unpleasant here.
Leave early, come back late, that's all.
Did something happen?
Huh? No.
Then why are you pacing like a puppy?
Me? I never.
Never mind then.
Mingi?
It's me. Mingi will be late.
Why? Did he say something?
Huh? No... But it's unpleasant here.
Leave early, come back late, that's all.
You and your father, two peas in pod.
Huh?
Can't sleep?
Me? It's early for me.
Your mom go to bed?
Yeah.
What's up with you?
With me?
Still stewing over Hyongi?
It's out of your hands now.
Let God deal with it.
Maybe you're right.
Nothing I did worked and it ended anyway.
Huh?
Earlier today...
Today what?
I slapped him around.
Him?
Her father-in-law.
Him?
Why? What did he say?
It wasn't him so much as me.
You did what?
It wasn't me.
Your son asked, he begged me.
Don't lay it on him.
He would never say that, never!
Now who's laying what on whom? Try to think.
YOU think. You dumb-jerky-stupid-dumb.
What, so you slapped him around?
Not that so much as almost-ish, see?
Huh? What if Hyongi had seen?
"Hit on?" My son hit on your trampy girl?
Father, Father, don't do this.
Come inside.
You taught kids? Some example you are!
Father, Father.
We won't!
We won't...
We won't get married.
Inok.
So the wedding's off. Hyongi won't move out.
So why are you pouting?
All roads lead to Seoul, right? You should be dancing.
Like you got 10 years added to your life.
What? Whose side are you on anyway?
C'mon, there are no sides in a family.
Hey, that's my line.
I'm on the side of the weak.
You're saying I was wrong?
Well done.
The best thing you've done in a long time.
I wouldn't say that...
Reward him.
Say for half the repairs on the bike.
You and your dad.
Always looking for an angle.
I'm home.
Hm?
- Hey. - Hey.
Hello.
Dad?
Sleeping.
You want to see him?
No. I'll get some sleep.
Hm. Good idea.
Come on.
He go to bed?
What a wimp. He's gone.
What did he say?
Not a thing.
He look all right?
Go ask him yourself.
I swear... He's not my son, he's my master.
He's washing up. Scoot.
Okay.
What a wimp.
Why pick a fight if you're so scared?
Scared? Who's scared?
What then?
You afraid he's going to ask why you were fighting?
Look here. If you think I'm a wimp, our boys will, too.
Who's running around the house hiding?
Nothing scares me.
Except your son, you mean?
What?
Nothing.
Dad told you?
Uh-huh.
Sorry you got involved.
I'm the one that's sorry. I couldn't help you.
You're growing up. Never heard that from you before.
You still think I'm a kid?
Definitely.
Thanks for nothin'. What do you say we get a drink and...
I appreciate the thought.
You need to be alone? Got it.
What about you?
Me?
And Mirim.
It will be over in a few days.
The divorce is final next Wednesday.
Just like that?
I meant what I said.
It would be over now if not for you and Mom.
No regrets?
None.
Thanks. I appreciate the thought.
Hyongi.
Can't you just NOT move into their house?
Don't move, Mom will give her blessing.
And you can get married.
Just thinking of my happiness is greed, not love.
I don't want to own her.
I love her.
People say that, but you mean it.
It's touching.
Tell Mingi that. He'll stick it in a novel.
You haven't read his books?
It's full of better stuff than that.
You've read them?
Of course.
Romance novels?
I'm back.
Mister.
Whoa, you're fast. A blur.
Was she here?
Who are you?
I'm me, Mister.
Here for your bags? Take them and go.
Still mad?
Mad? We friends now?
You can't just get out?
I'm here to apologize. It wasn't me. My friends...
It was your friends now?
Yeah.
You're shameless, no self-respect at all.
Laying it on them now?
Chicks like you...
You called them cause you wanted to drink and carry on.
It was the same at your inn.
Following me up here, sticking your nose in.
Calling my mother "Grams, Grams" and such.
I never. It wasn't me.
Sure, it was your friends.
I feel bad.
I'll apologize.
Chicks like you never learn.
Is that how you and your friends live your lives?
You're right. I'm ignorant.
No education, no opportunity, no nothin'.
But what makes you so great?
A grown man still scared of his mommy.
What? Scared?
Whatever, we're done.
It's not use talking to you.
You going? Or should I throw you out?
I came for my bags.
But don't be too quick to judge.
You don't know my story.
I'll pay you back for everything, don't forget.
I'm no welcher.
Yes, Mom.
No, I'm leaving now.
She's gone.
I kicked her out.
The number you have dialed...
Inok, pick up. Where are u?
Inok, I'm going nuts. Txt me at least.
Inok, will u be back? Will I see u again?
Whatever happens, I won't let you go.
Promise me the same.
Promise you won't let me go.
That you won't run away.
Had I know I would meet you,
I would have been more prepared.
I can offer you two things.
A heart that is yours, that will never let you go.
I want to have you with me.
Thank you for being alive.
For sharing this world with me.
I love you.
I said I can't live without you. I won't.
Mom, eat something. You'll make yourself sick.
Mom.
Don't mind me.
Eat. I'll go talk to her.
Going somewhere?
Just for a bit.
You haven't eaten for 2 days.
You're too weak. You may faint.
I can't take it anymore. I have to see him.
Who? Hyongi?
Yes.
Don't. It will only make him uncomfortable.
You know what he's like.
We have to talk this through.
This is killing me.
Mom, it's time he moved found someone.
She would have wanted him to.
It's not that.
I understand you're upset.
I know you. He's been with us for a long time.
But not it's time to let go...
Who's stopping him?
I'm delighted if he finds someone.
I want him to be happy, really I do.
Then give him your blessing.
He's going to take Aram and live at her house.
Huh? What are you..?
They're going to live at that woman's house with her father-in-law.
Hyongi? You sure you're not mistaken?
How..?
She got her hooks in.
The whole thing is absurd but it's true.
But the father-in-law told me himself.
I thought you were done.
I was. May I have some water?
Mm.
Don't, I'm fine.
I told your mother.
I'm not going with Mingi, don't worry.
I'll go to the graves alone.
You forgot. My parents' memorial.
Sorry. I should remember by now.
Sorry.
It's okay.
Just tell your mother...
She's upset about Hyongi.
Why?
He met someone. They're getting married.
Married?
Dad.
Going out?
Be safe.
Something on your mind?
No. It will keep.
What is it? Go on.
Never mind. I can tell you're in a bad mood.
It's not that.
I'm just lonely in this empty house.
I'll go out too.
Where?
Anywhere that's not here.
A bookstore, I guess.
You have money?
What money?
To get a book.
I have enough.
From what you gave me last month.
Okay.
Hang on. I'll get my jacket.
Okay.
I'm sorry, Dad.
There won't be any money this month.
Hello.
She's not back yet.
Has she called?
I'm sorry. Her phone is off.
You go on.
Right then.
Listen.
Yes.
I know you're upset.
Then help me.
You two must know where she is.
Yes, we do.
However...
It's not that we won't tell you. We can't.
She told him not to say.
Not to tell you.
Sorry.
So they got in a fight. What about the wedding?
It's hard on her.
She said the wedding is off.
It's off?
She couldn't handle the old farts fighting.
She said it's off.
You can put your mind at rest about Aram.
I don't know if that's good or bad.
Going out?
If my boys won't do as they're told...
I'll do it myself.
You mean Seungi?
Yes.
The divorce is final next week.
I'll fix this before then.
It's too late now...
I was busy with Hyongi.
But there's nothing you can do.
I told you. If you won't help, don't interfere.
Who's interfering exactly?
Boram. Boram, don't cry.
Boram, listen to me. That's my little guy.
Daddy... I miss my daddy...
Boram, I told you, just 10 more days.
No, Daddy...
Boram. Boram, don't cry.
That's by little guy. Shall I get you something nice to eat?
What brings you here?
Breakfast.
Your boy?
Yes. Boram, say hello.
Hey.
The little gentleman seems upset.
He didn't want to go to daycare so he's mad at me.
Daycare? Shall I drop you?
No.
I'm hungry. I'll get fed that much faster.
The other lady is here.
No one makes ramen like you.
I'll be right back.
Come on. Can't keep the customers waiting.
Welcome.
Hello.
Mirim isn't in yet?
She's taking him to daycare.
How may I help you?
Take a seat.
I know you think Seungi's no good and I have no business here.
But there's the boy to think of.
They can't get divorced.
I need your help.
I don't understand.
Seungi is getting married.
Huh?
He brought is fiancee to the shop.
They set a date.
A date?
Mother...
I was told you were taking Boram to daycare.
Were you?
No, I was, of course.
With him?
Yes.
I understood he's just a customer.
Is he?
Surely you don't have a customer giving you and Boram a ride?
You're not with him?
Surely not.
Oh, listen to me.
Of course not. You're not like Seungi.
Not so much, Mother.
I told you. I want to be happy.
Mirim.
You said you would be happy if I found someone.
Planning a wedding, after I remarry,
as long as I'm happy...
you said you would be a real mother to me.
I won't hold you to that.
But I hope you'll be happy for me.
Please.
- Then... - Yes.
I may not have set a date like Seungi.
But you should see it that way.
Hey.
I've still got a week. Don't be a nag.
A week, it's the 21st...
[Sinyong's Parents]
Okay. Have I ever let you down?
The morning of the 28th.
Right.
What? You're leaving?
What? I can't take a trip?
That's not what I...
You know I've always wanted to see Iceland.
Now I have my chance.
For how long?
A month at least.
Maybe more if I like it.
Take Sinyong with you.
She's not my slave girl.
Did you tell her?
Not yet.
Guess I better.
I'll talk to Sinyong.
You look after my mom.
I used to be able to ask Hyongi.
But that's changed.
All right?
I'll go with you. All right?
Nope.
I want to do this on my own.
- Jin. - Save it.
Sinyong will be home soon.
It's her parents' memorial day. She went to their graves.
So you knew.
I just remembered a while ago.
I wanted to call you. But she insisted on going alone.
I wouldn't have gone anyway.
Well? Say something.
Mom.
"Mom" nothing!
Taking that girl to the ramen shop, you're breaking my heart.
Mom, I'm...
"Mom" nothing.
This is killing both of us.
Just answer my question.
What can I say?
I'm marrying Songhi. Mirim's marrying her guy.
And they all lived happily ever after.
What can you say?
Aren't you heartbroken?
Why? She has her guy, I have Songhi...
And Boram? What about him?
What about him?
If she gets married, you think she'll give you Boram?
She'll keep him and that twit will be his dad, how about that?
It can't be helped. I'll still see him once a week.
Hush!
He's your son. Why let some other man rear him?
What should I do?
Marry Songhi and forbid Mirim to remarry?
What?
If Mirim remarries, she and I will work out Boram.
Stay out of it. Please.
Please!
Where you going? Come back here, Seungi!
Drinking alone?
Seungi.
We meet again.
It's a tragedy.
Tragedy, he says.
Drink?
Nah. You're trashed. Who will carry you home?
That was the cold medicine...
Noodles here.
Still?
Boram.
I don't know what it is.
The shop?
Closed up.
He'll make himself sick.
Boram, would you like some ice cream?
Daddy... Daddy...
Boram...
Oh, dear. Boram...
We should go after this.
Of course.
To me, the moron.
You live and learn.
Chile, goodbye.
Dad's pension, goodbye.
It's all over. Goodbye.
You're not going to look for him?
Not him, not the money.
I'll be dead long before I ever find him or the money.
Oh, my mom, huh?
Sorry. I would have stopped her if I knew.
Anyway, sorry.
I was absolutely clear.
She won't be back.
Listen...
Trust me this one last time.
The divorce will be final soon.
I won't bother you again.
Don't let today bother you.
Sorry. Goodnight.
Listen...
Night.
Thank you.
Sleep and tomorrow...
Don't worry. I'll be back to the old me tomorrow.
That's up to you.
I've got a lesson tomorrow. You can see my boss in the afternoon.
Great. Then just 9 to go.
Huh?
You said ten cars.
Night.
Drive safe.
Again?
Yes. He didn't see me, so I just walked on by.
Is he persistent or just stupid?
He's in love.
Yes.
Dabin's grandfather left this.
When?
He was waiting when we got here.
Listen, call Dr. Jong and have him fill in.
You're leaving?
I'll call you.
Hyongi.
Dabin, aren't you cold?
Yep, I'm not.
I waited at ur house.
And will again tomorrow.
I'll wait till u get back.
I miss u, Inok.
Are you hungry?
A lot.
You want sweet potatoes?
Yes'm.
Okay.
You're leaving?
Yes.
Dabin, will you be all right with Nana?
Mm-hm.
I have to see someone. I won't be late.
All right.
Take your time. Don't worry about us.
Okay.
See you soon, sweetie.
'kay.
Drive safe.
I will.
May I lean on you?
The door's open?
You're sleeping together?
Divorce court?
It's all over now.
And Songhi?
I'm not marrying her.
Bring her tomorrow. We'll make it formal.
I need to go.
You don't want to marry me?
Jin and I need to talk.
And whose fault is that?
I got it.
Call the police.
Not if you don't want a beating.
How could you?
All you care about is chasing skirts.
I don't want Boram around that.
It's up to you.
It was all just an act?
I'm not going to marry you.
Stay with me.