When a Man Loves
[Episode 2]
Good morning. This is MBS morning news.
The nation's largest loan company Golden Tree has taken over Na-bi Capital.
It is unprecedented for a loan company to take over a financial institution.
There is much interest on how this will affect the banking industry.
Reporter Jun-il Kim has the report.
Golden Tree has offered low interest rates for the past seven years.
Many analysts believe this marks a pivotal change in the market.
Thank you for attending.
Our president had hoped to be here but urgent business took him to Hong Kong.
In just a moment, our PR team will give you the details.
Impressive. Where's Mr. Han?
He's in Hong Kong until the day after tomorrow.
He never mentioned Hong Kong. Was it a sudden trip?
No, it was planned a month in advance.
Your M&A of a financial institution has created quite a splash.
They're feeling positive about opening up a branch here.
Your credibility is substantial.
We're focusing on cultural business this year.
And also promoting to take over a resort.
It is a public cultural space with a collection of over 200,000 books.
This library will be an inclusive interpretive center for Seoul.
Good job. Next.
Applicant number 732, Mi-do Seo.
Start!
A Seoul government office building has been transformed into a library.
It is a public cultural space with a collection of over 200,000 books.
The check-out system will feature state of the art technology, that...
...that will be available in six different languages.
We're looking for someone with experience studying or working abroad.
I've never been abroad, but I have extensive knowledge in the field.
My father used to import foreign books.
- Since I was young-- - I'm sorry.
Are you ready to order?
One filet mignon and one spaghetti alle vongole.
Your order will be ready soon.
Excuse me, more pickles, please.
I'll be right back with that.
What do you think about my new lipstick?
- Totally ugly. - Amen to that.
Hey, this is a new product.
- Stop pigging out. - But I'm hungry.
Whatever.
Mi-do.
Can you come tonight? I snuck out a dress for you.
Are you crazy? What if your designer boss catches on?
Trust me, she'll be preoccupied. Let's go get your hair done.
Why would I want to rub elbows with a bunch of snotty rich kids?
Because they're rich kids. Who knows, you might meet a guy.
Unbelievable.
Cinderella ruined women everywhere by giving poor girls unfounded hope.
You said you switched shifts today.
I have an interview for a tutoring job.
This is sort of like an interview.
The Gwanghee Group heiress is coming. She's heading their cultural projects.
This is a good opportunity to get acquainted with her, no?
I'm sure she won't care about your background.
That way.
- The fit of that dress is divine. - Thank you.
It's because you exercise right.
Bravo. Have a delightful time.
Oh, I'm glad you're here.
Will we be hearing wedding bells soon?
Yes.
- Give me a call. - We will.
- Have a fabulous time. - Thank you.
- Young-seon! - Hello.
- When did you get back? - Not too long ago.
Stop by my boutique with your mother. I have the perfect outfit for her.
Have a lovely time.
Seong-ju!
Oh my, Seong-ju! Thank you for coming.
This is quite an unusual party. For your customers and their children?
It's sort of a desperate matchmaking party.
I couldn't focus on my work because of all the blind date requests.
May I take my pick of the litter?
With your looks, you could snag a man twenty years younger.
I'll look forward to Fashion Week.
- I'll reserve you a spot in the front row. - Hey, Mi-do.
Have a divine time.
Over here.
Excuse me.
Mi-do, that guy's dad is the chairman of a huge academy.
One of the top ten wealthiest landowners.
Go strike up a conversation.
Forget that. Who's the Gwanghee heiress?
That girl over there, standing next to Madame Choi.
I'm serious, the fit is perfect on you.
No lie.
- Hello. - Hello.
- Promise? - Of course.
Goodness, what are YOU doing here?
Don't you wait tables at Italy Kitchen?
How'd you even get in?
Excuse you, who let you in?
What's going on?
Is this for real? You invited nobodies to this party?
Did you give this girl an official invite?
I don't believe I recognize you. Where'd you get your invitation?
I asked you a question.
Is that important?
Like this party is SO exclusive.
What?
I was looking for a job when I heard about a strange party.
Maybe I'll intern at a newspaper and blog about you people.
Please leave at once.
So it's true that you're a matchmaker for rich people.
And your father is being investigated for stock manipulation, right?
Guess you need to snag a rich man.
Ha!
Stop contaminating the air and leave. You don't belong here.
Oh my!
My goodness, oh no. Oh my.
Oh no, hold on. Someone call the police.
Huh?
Are you no good? Why are you practicing this late?
That's blasphemy. I'm YOUR brother.
I'm the best.
But I want to stand out more. Maybe be picked as the leader.
Are you really going to debut?
I'll prove to you that life can change in a heartbeat.
I envy you. You have a dream.
And you don't?
To be honest, I don't know what I want to do.
Since we're so poor, my goal is to make a lot of money.
Be in a situation where I can meet rich people.
I remember your old dream. Don't you?
No more money problems.
I'll wait until you remember.
If you don't, I'll remind you.
I'm a bundle of inferiority complexes. I'm so depressed.
The cure for depression. Start!
If our family didn't go bankrupt, what would you be doing?
I'd be dancing just the same.
I think I'd be studying abroad.
Maybe be a brighter, more confident person.
You're already tough and cool.
What's next in line for you?
Study more if you want.
No, I want to work and make money.
I'm going to Korea for a job interview.
Really? Which lucky company?
The Golden Tree.
I already submitted my application.
I'm grateful for all your help.
But I didn't support you so you'd be obligated to work for me.
I want to make my brother proud. He asked you to take care of me.
I'll expand your company threefold so my brother doesn't feel indebted.
It's not like that between him and me.
I'll protect my brother's pride by expanding your business.
You're as stubborn as he is, aren't you?
Will you interview me yourself?
Don't bother. I'll disqualify you.
Threefold isn't enough?
Then five times greater. Cheers.
Cheers.
How's my brother doing?
He's doing well.
If you worry about Chang-hee, I'll take it to mean you don't trust me.
Boss.
Tae-sang!
Boss.
Please wake up.
Why'd you do this?
Why'd you hurt Tae-sang?
Take him away.
Brat!
Don't... don't hurt Chang-hee!
Still all about loyalty as you bleed to death?
Boss. Boss, wake up.
Tae-sang, please wake up.
[Operating room]
Chang-hee!
What's going on?
It's not a big deal.
What do you mean? Big Boss is dead.
I killed him. Mr. Gu witnessed everything.
He probably told the police by now.
Boss, take care of my brother. Make him into the best.
- Chang-hee. - Yes?
- I killed Mr. Kim. - Tae-sang.
I killed him, got it?
Go back to your brother.
Mr. Gu was drunk and confused.
I killed Mr. Kim during the struggle. The knife wound proves it.
Don't hurt your brother. It's okay, I have no one left to hurt.
Lay low until the whole thing blows over.
There are two good things...
...about my life.
My brother and you.
Please take care of Jae-hee.
Chang-hee.
Chang-hee!
Jae-hee, I have the chance to work abroad.
My closest friend will be contacting you soon.
He says he'll support your studying.
What are you babbling about?
I have to go abroad to help out this guy's business.
Don't worry, I'll call often.
Is that blood on your shirt?
What the hell...?
What's going on? What's this nonsense about going abroad?
Are you on the run?
Tell me. I'll take care of it.
It's not like that. It's for business.
Tell me! What's going on?
Can't you trust me for once?
I may be lacking, but I'm still your older brother.
I have my pride as a man.
Can't you trust me, no questions asked?
Have a little faith and wait?
Let's eat. You'll be late to class.
The soup is salty.
When is it not?
Congratulations on your recovery.
Looking good.
I heard you were being discharged.
Did the knife wound heal nicely?
You definitely look more haggard.
Why are you here?
Tae-sang, how about working with me?
I'm not like that idiot Dae-gwang. Let's join forces.
I have my own plans.
Plans?
You mean other than mutiny against your old boss?
Let's hear it then.
Thank you for the flowers and for coming all this way.
Tae-sang.
Dae-gwang's blood is on your hands, too.
What's your point?
You're a free man because I didn't rat you out to the police.
You should be kissing my--
Mr. Gu, my boss was your friend.
So why did you sit back and do nothing?
You're crueler than he ever was.
Why did you come? I don't want you to see me like this.
Jae-hee was accepted to his top choice. He left yesterday.
I found him a good place to stay.
Thank you, Boss.
Isn't my brother amazing?
Are you two really related? You don't look alike.
I know, right? I'm better looking.
The company's doing well.
Just focus on coming back to me, Chang-hee.
I hope you find your mother and your brother.
I hope Tae-min grew up to be a fine young man like Jae-hee.
I'm sure he did, Boss.
Seong-ju.
You broke your promise.
What promise?
Dinner and a concert on my birthday until I get a boyfriend.
As my friend.
I have time for dinner, but no concert.
Where's my birthday present?
I'll buy dinner.
Our reservation is under Seong-ju Baek.
The wedding anniversary dinner. Come with me.
It's my birthday. Let it slide.
Thank you.
Any perks for the special occasion?
We'll provide complimentary cocktails, a cake and a bouquet of flowers.
What do you think, sweetie?
Bring us some wine to start.
Yes, ma'am.
Happy birthday.
Thank you for making time for my birthday, sweetie.
I wish you'd stop calling me that.
But it's my birthday. And I'm just lonely.
Do you recognize someone?
No.
- Would you like a refill? - Yes.
Is there anything else you need?
- We'd like to see the wine list. - Sure.
Here's the wine list.
If you tell me your preference, I can recommend a good wine.
See, what did I tell you?
We'd like to be served by her.
Is there anything else you need?
Are you apathetic or just really desperate for money?
If I were you, I would've quit this job.
Today's soup is asparagus soup. The chef's special is veal shank.
Take your time.
Wait right there. We'll order soon.
Immature brats having revenge.
I saw those kids at a party the other day.
They gave the waitress a hard time for coming when she wasn't invited.
She didn't take it sitting down. This is going to be interesting.
I want the manager.
If you don't understand English, you should've asked for help.
We didn't order these dishes.
I want the manager.
What seems to be the problem?
She took the wrong order. We didn't order any of these.
I didn't make a mistake. I brought exactly what they ordered.
Girls, are these the dishes we ordered?
Get on your knees and apologize or pay for the entire meal.
It will probably cost around $2000.
Cough up $2000 or apologize on your knees.
Go on.
I won't buy a $2000 meal for people like you.
Then apologize on your knees.
Girls, it'll be a Kodak moment.
Pretty ladies, dinner is on me. Enjoy your meal.
What are you doing here? What about the money I sent?
Is there a reason I shouldn't be waitressing?
I sent you double your tuition every semester.
It should've been enough for you to focus on studying.
Did I not send enough money?
Answer me. Was it not enough?
It wasn't enough.
I wanted to protect my pride and leave every penny untouched.
But I had to pay my father's hospital bill.
A gentleman would've looked the other way.
I tried, but it didn't work.
I couldn't let you be humiliated by stupid airheads!
Why not?
Why couldn't you ignore me?
Next time, pretend you don't know me.
I can't promise that. Want to know why?
Sweetie.
Honey, very suave of you.
Are you okay, miss? I saw you at the party.
I was expecting you to flip the table in their faces.
Let's go, honey.
Is that the girl? The one in your heart.
Look who it is.
How's the wound?
It's healing.
I didn't visit you on purpose.
Want to know why?
I was afraid I'd confess my feelings.
If we ever run into each other, I'll pretend not to know you.
You always knew I liked you.
Please, he's barely cold in his grave.
He's gone for good and I've always wanted to be your woman.
You're my boss's woman. Nothing more, nothing less.
Seong-ju.
Don't turn me away. Let me stay a while.
Just five minutes.
Seong-ju.
I wish I could come home to you every day.
Aren't we very similar people?
Lonely. Proud.
With no family to speak of.
Let's get married.
If you're sober now, go home.
Is there someone else in the picture?
There is?
Then why are you always alone?
She's way out of my league.
How about using me to forget about her?
I'm not even worth using?
I'm insanely jealous of this woman.
Take care of yourself.
I'll take back the marriage proposal. How about being friends?
Just friends, nothing more.
I can do that.
You were right. She's out of your league.
There's nothing wrong. No infection or anything.
But I can feel the ache all the way to my bones.
It could happen if you're stressed or fatigued.
Rest for a couple of days.
Enjoy your meal.
Welcome...
Rice soup, please.
You haven't eaten? It's past lunchtime.
Growing boys need to eat well. Tell me if you want more.
Thank you.
Golden Tree has announced plans to expand their business abroad.
Are you okay?
Go eat.
Nice shot!
What can't you do, Seong-ju?
Talk to scumbags like you.
Always the feisty one.
Please get out of my face.
I'm here to discuss money with you.
I found Dae-gwang's secret stash and want to split it.
You expect me to believe that?
A lawyer's waiting in my office. What harm will it do to come?
Where's the lawyer?
Please marry me. I've waited far too long.
You always knew that I liked you.
Please, what man doesn't like me?
Just one. Tae-sang Han.
I don't understand why he doesn't fall for a woman like you.
Open the door.
So what if you're a college grad and your father's rich?
Your mother died too early, and your stepsiblings took everything.
If you had that inheritance, Tae-sang might've loved you, no?
Either put on the ring or starve to death in here.
I forgot she majored in physical education.
[Special holiday]
[What is this passionate, brilliant fire burning inside of me?]
Italy Kitchen, how may I help you?
Did Mi-do Seo come to work?
Ms. Seo quit her job.
Do you happen to know where her father is hospitalized?
Is something wrong? Why do your legs ache?
It's fine. Go home.
I don't feel comfortable with you here.
Mom, move aside. I'll do it.
Don't! Stop coming every day.
Leave me to die in peace.
Why are you snapping at us? You think we like sleeping here?
So leave already. I don't want to feel burdened.
Leave!
Keep it down. This isn't your private room.
Whatever.
Ugh, so tired.
Jeez, I'm exhausted.
Golden Tree has announced plans to expand their business abroad.
Wait, hold that channel.
Goodness, is that the guy?
What?
He runs a company now. My goodness.
Who? What's going on?
You know, his company is everywhere in ads these days.
Spit it out.
The guy who helped...
You know.
Are you ready to move, Mr. Seo?
What?
We're moving you to a private room.
Come again?
He left after paying for the room and the overdue bill.
Didn't leave his number?
Nothing of the sort. Disappeared like the wind.
He owns Golden Tree now. Go to his office and thank him.
What if he demands that we pay him back?
Then we'll pay him back. Why would we take his charity?
He's super successful now. He's got a bright future.
Probably married, right?
Why does he keep helping us?
Sir, a Ms. Mi-do Seo is here to see you.
Let her in.
Welcome.
I didn't want to come empty-handed.
Thank you.
I don't know why you're being so kind to me.
I don't feel comfortable.
So what?
What do you expect me to do?
What I'm trying to say is--
Then pay me back if it troubles you so much.
I will.
You can start tomorrow. Fill out an application immediately.
Pardon?
Pay me back by working for me.
That's not... (BR/> Don't talk back. Work here.
By my side.
I don't think that's a good idea.
Why not?
I think you're attracted to me.
- Is that wrong? - You're married.
And if I'm not married?
Director Kim, in my office.
A married man...
Director, have I ever been married?
Not to my knowledge. Or in public documents.
Help Ms. Seo here fill out an application.
She's a capable woman who can speak English and French.
Give her documents to HR. I want her to start tomorrow.
Yes, sir.
Come with me. I'll show you around.
Thank you.
Your duties are outlined there. If you have any questions...
Manager Jeong, lend a hand if Ms. Seo needs any help.
Thank you.
Good morning.
Thank you.
Good afternoon.
Hold the elevator!
I'm fine.
I'm fine, too.
Give it back. It's not heavy.
Good day.
Not going home?
I have a lot of work.
- Dinner? - Not hungry.
- I'm hungry. - Then eat dinner.
Employees are obligated to keep the president company during meals.
Don't you have any social skills?
Well?
Let's go work.
I thought you were hungry.
We'll eat while we work.
Why aren't you eating?
There's a lot to do.
Leave it, I can do it.
It's fine.
- Eat. - Huh?
I'm okay.
Thanks.
Can't handle spicy food?
Huh?
No, I'm just thirsty from working so hard.
Move aside, I have work to do.
Done eating?
Look around, there's so much work to do.
Seriously.
I'll clean up, you eat.
No, no. I can handle it.
Why didn't you buy anything other than spicy rice cakes?
Mi-do Seo.
Let's live together.
I can give you a comfortable life.
What are you saying?
Already hard of hearing? Let's live together.
Marry me.