Episode 54
Ahn's World?
Yeah. Ahn, as in my last name.
With that money you talked about last time?
I don't have that much yet.
- But... - Ehh.
So many businesses are on the brink of going bankrupt.
What can you do with just 10 million won?
Save your special effects for later, after you build a strong base.
Start an extra casting company.
It's a business dealing directly with people.
So if you just have one phone in your office,
you won't need a lot of money to get started.
And with my existing contacts, it might actually go really well.
Extra casting company?
Han Ye Seul? (Han Ye Seul: Korean actress)
Not Han Ye Seul. Ahn Ye Sool. (ye-sool: Korean word for "arts")
Ultimately, I want to be in the special effects business.
But since I don't have much money, I'll start small.
And slowly make my way back up.
I don't know if it's a good idea with the bad economy...
You worked so hard for that money. What if it all goes to waste?
Don't worry, I don't need a lot of money for this.
You need a lot of money to rent an office.
So I was thinking,
Gye Sang, I'm sorry, but can I use the upstairs storage room?
Once I can afford an office space, I'll move out immediately.
I need to think about it, but I can't find my blanket...
Oh well. Okay!
Thank you.
So now I have the office space figured out...
I did some calculating,
and right now we have 7.5 million won. (about $7,500)
In order to move around for work we need at least a used car.
That will cost about 1 million won. (~$1000)
Promotional stickers will cost about 200 thousand,
business cards 100 thousand,
homepage setup 400 thousand,
and 800 thousand for start-up fees.
- That is a total of 5 million won. - Correct.
But the problem now is
Mr. Kim's salary.
He's working with you too?
Yes. He has connections at the broadcast stations,
so I need him to bring in business.
If I could give him 2.5 million won to start, (~$2,500/mo)
I could at least last the first 2 months.
He's someone that's had another job though.
So do you think he'll work for that amount?
I do think he'll ask for 3 million...
but I'll have to push for 2.5 million no matter what.
Yeah! It won't cost you to make the offer.
Tell him you'll give him the whole amount up front.
That's right! All of it at once!
Dad, don't go bankrupt this time.
Don't worry, I'm going to work hard with all I have!
Is studying going well?
I don't know anymore.
You shouldn't say that with one month left until your exam.
Are you going to the temple tomorrow?
- In two days. - Dude, if you--
fail again, your life is over.
Really think of this as the last time.
And pay close attention to everything.
I will...
Where are you going?
- To work. - What?
You work?
I want to do something special for Ha Sun before I leave for the temple.
I'll start asking my contacts tomorrow then.
Great! We're doing gosa tomorrow. (gosa: food-offering ritual to keep away bad luck)
Alright, I'll try to make it!
How'd it go? Did you agree on 2.5?
Oh no! You won't last even 2 months!
We'll just have to work that much harder.
It's okay.
- Mr. Ahn, were you looking for me? - Yeah, come on in.
- Why so late? - What is it?
I'll explain thoroughly, so take a seat.
Read over this.
What is this?
It's the business plan for the business I'm starting.
Simply put,
it'll be a company staffing extras for TV shows and movies.
So why did you call us over?
I need your help.
Of course, I'm not asking you to do it for free.
There's no salary,
but I'll pay you for every time you work.
The job entails you managing the extras,
helping with administrative work,
and helping on-set if we're under-staffed.
- That's it. - Wow!
Then will I be employed?!
Sounds like a lot of fun!
Please count me out.
I can't do this while working at the clinic.
Me too. I'm a school teacher.
How can I work here too?
I looked into it and in your case Julien,
it doesn't matter since you're working under contract.
And Jin Hee, the job at the clinic is temporary.
I heard you're looking for a new job.
You can work part-time and make money on the side.
It may be a small company now, but who knows?
It might be a huge success.
Each of you will even have a title.
Julien - Director, Jin Hee - Associate Director,
Seung Yun - Supervisor.
What do you think?
So if the company grows later on, will we be promoted too?
Of course.
Our first employees will have special privileges.
Do you know anything about webpage design?
It would be a huge benefit to the business if you do.
Yes, I can do the basics.
Alright, then start one right away.
Jin Hee, let's just make you a director too.
Did I just get promoted?
Yup.
So all 3 of you are doing this now, okay?
- Okay. - Sure.
I don't understand why I have to do this.
Such a weak mindset!
Just do it! It's good for you!
You are to report to the office as soon as renovations are complete.
Understand?
You just got back?
Why are you working when you have your exam coming up?
I'm especially exhausted today.
Maybe I'm getting sick...
I oughta kick your butt!
You're going to fail the exam if you don't take care of yourself.
Alright.
But I want to get a present for Ha Sun.
What can I get her?
What do women like?
Since you'll be far apart for a while,
wouldn't something memorable be nice?
Like matching outfits?
Matching outfits?
Where do I get things like that?
You should get the Hyun Bin sweats. (Worn by actor Hyun Bin in the drama Secret Garden)
It's the most popular.
Hyun Bin sweats?
What is that?
Where should we put this?
It looks a bit crooked.
President Ahn Nae Sang
It's starting to feel like an office now.
I know. I hope you do well so we can pay back Ji Suk and Gye Sang.
Don't worry, it'll go well.
I also got cheesecake since you like it.
Thanks...but don't you need to hurry and go back to your lectures?
I still have some time.
Take your time.
Thank you.
Oh yeah, I should pray.
I'm moving to the temple in a couple days.
What? The temple?
Since there's only a month left until the exam,
I'll be studying there until the exam date.
I see...
It hasn't been that long since we started dating...
I'm sorry that we'll be far apart.
But since tomorrow's our last date,
I'll take you out on a really nice one.
You're good to me even right now.
No I'm not.
Oh, I have a present...
It's not much but...
What is this?
It's the Hyun Bin sweats.
So you know what it is.
I must be the only one who didn't know.
I heard everyone knows about it.
I see...
My friend suggested that we wear matching outfits.
That doesn't mean you have to wear it tomorrow.
I just like the thought of us having the same clothes.
You can wear it when you work out.
No, since tomorrow's our last date,
I'll wear this.
You wear yours too.
Really?
It'd be a real honor for me!
Ha Sun!
Wow, you look really pretty.
You're bling blinging!
Yeah...thanks...
What, people are still wearing those?
And they match!
That's amazing.
- Let's post it! - Post it, post it!
What are you doing?
These must be outdated.
Well...it was a drama that ended a year ago...
Oh I see...
I thought since my friend said it's popular...
No, it's OK. It doesn't matter.
I'm really sorry. I don't watch TV so I didn't know.
You can go home and put on something--
No, no. It's okay.
Let's just go.
It's your first official day at work.
The office really is small!
Seriously. People who are claustrophobic shouldn't come in here.
What do we need a large office for?
Is this my seat?
Executive Director Kim, where are you?
You're making rounds of the broadcast stations?
Alright, let us know if you find any work for us.
I heard the steak is good here.
Pick a steak dish.
No, it's okay.
Is it because of the price?
I got paid from my part-time job so I have a lot of money.
No, it's that I'm craving pasta today.
I'd like the aglio e olio spaghetti, please.
Is that the best you can do?
Are you sure?
What?
My friend said you would laugh if I said this, so I tried...
This is outdated too, isn't it?
I'm sorry.
It's OK, Mr. Ddohl-chool. (Hyun Bin's nickname in Secret Garden)
Excuse me?
Idiotic sweats...
This was a popular phrase too but I guess you didn't know.
I'm sorry...
Will you be placing the rest of your order?
I'd like the aglio e olio spaghetti as well.
Please give us enough balsamic sauce and jalapenos with the bread.
Also, 2 orangeades please.
Yes. I'll bring out the bread first.
Wow, you seem like an expert.
I tried a bit to meet your standards.
What's wrong? Have you been sick all day?
No, I'm not. I'm with you, so how could I be sick?
To me, you're Kim Tae Hee and Jeon Do Yeon. (Two of Korea's most famous actresses)
I'm sorry I keep saying old jokes.
But I still prepared them...
It's the first day of work, and there's nothing to do.
Nae Sang, do we have to stay here?
The space is so small I don't think we have enough oxygen.
How can we not have enough oxygen?
If there's not enough oxygen, don't breathe so hard.
How come we're not getting any work?
Is our office closing as soon as we open?
How can the Associate Director say such a thing?
Don't worry, we're going to get really busy--
See, already.
Do we have work?
No, Mr. Kim must have gotten something to eat.
I gave him a credit card to cover any expenses.
It's details about the transaction.
700 won at the deli.
He must have bought a drink...
Is it work?
Mr. Kim again. He must've bought something to eat again.
4,600 won at the deli.
4,600 won?
What could he have eaten?
Do we have work?
Mr. Kim. 2,700 at the deli.
Why does this man keep eating?
I'm so jealous of him.
I want to go out and work so I can eat.
It's a shame the coupon didn't work at the restaurant.
I could have just paid for it...
It's okay. I'm going to get angry if you keep saying that.
I saved up money just for today.
Besides, once I move to the temple tomorrow,
I won't have anywhere to spend the money anyway.
What is it? Do your legs hurt?
Do you want to go inside somewhere?
- For coffee or some-- - No, it's okay.
I haven't broken in my new shoes yet.
I'm not used to wearing sneakers.
I'm really okay,
So let's just walk. We can digest our food at the same time.
I really want to do whatever you want tonight.
So tell me anything.
Tonight what I want is to do whatever you want to do.
Is there anything else you want to do before you move to the temple?
Then...
Can we do that just once?
Sticker photos?
Really tacky, isn't it?
But I never got to do it when I was younger.
So I've always wanted to try it.
Then let's do it.
Let's go in.
Please look into the camera
I think they came out well.
Yeah?
The other picture too--
Young Wook...
Ha Sun...
Young Wook!
How did you let him walk around outside in this condition?
His temperature is over 40 degrees Celsius.
It's amazing he didn't lose consciousness as he walked around.
Ha Sun...
Are you okay?
I'm okay.
We gave him medication to reduce the fever,
but you'll need to watch over him here.
Yes, thank you.
I'm sorry I ruined the date.
I really wanted to show you a good time tonight.
That's not the issue right now! You should've said something if you felt sick.
I'm usually really good at taking care of myself...
I could have acted okay to the end...
I'm sorry.
That's right, you have work tomorrow.
You should go home.
It's okay, I'll stay here.
It's because I don't feel OK keeping you here.
Please go home.
I'll just wait until you fall asleep.
So hurry and go to sleep.
Thank you so much.
Do we have work?
It's him again.
What is this?
8,800 won at Ddo Ddo Wa?
That sounds like the name of a snack restaurant.
Why does he snack so much?
I wonder what he ate for 8,800 won...
Should we play the guessing game?
He probably had ramen or kimbap. (Kimbap: Korean sushi)
I think he had ddukbokki. (rice cakes in spicy sauce)
Isn't it possible he's eating with someone if it's 8,800 won?
Can you call him?
Ask him what he ate?
Forget it.
It's him!
Ask him!
Yes, what is it?
We have work? When?
Tomorrow?
For a historical drama? How many?
11 women in their 20s and 30s,
6 men in their 30s and 40s.
Okay, I'll call them right away.
Okay, good job!
By the way,
what did you eat at that Ddo Ddo Wa place?
- Yeah? - Hey!
Why aren't you back yet? Are you not coming home tonight?
It's not that. I passed out.
I'm at the hospital because of over-exertion.
What?
You did overwork yourself at the construction site trying to save up money for a date...
Where are you? Want me to come?
No, Ha Sun's here.
Oh, Go Young Wook, you must be so happy!
Getting nursed back to health by Ha Sun.
You're right...I should be happy...
Hey! I'll talk to you later!
Did you wake up because of me?
No, it wasn't that.
The time...I need to go home to get ready for work.
I'll get going.
Take care of yourself.
I'll stop by the school before I go to the temple.
Hello, I'm the president of the company, Ahn Nae Sang! I'm excited to work with you all.
We're excited to work with you!
The drama we'll be in today is a historical drama.
We are the village people who run away screaming when the soldiers invade.
- Understand? - Yes!
So please keep in mind everyone needs to take their makeup off.
And please scream loudly, okay?
Yes!
Really?
Ha Sun, Ever since I was young,
I was never really good at anything.
But I was really good at enduring things.
Enduring sickness, enduring hardships,
enduring hunger.
I really felt confident that I could endure anything.
But having you endure so much because of me
is hard for me to endure.
Because it breaks my heart.
I'm sorry, Ha Sun.
I'm leaving without saying goodbye.
Just so you don't have to endure so much and can laugh peacefully,
I'll study really hard and come back.
Even though we have small roles without any lines,
Our roles are very important when you think about the overall work.
Just as a reminder,
don't look directly at the cameras,
and don't laugh like a dork when you're running away.
And-- Julien!
How can you have your watch on?
This is a historical drama!
Can't you pay attention?
That's why I told you I don't want to do this--
Don't whine and take it off immediately!
Jin Hee, what is this?
Did you paint your nails?
Have you heard of women with their nails painted in the Goryo Era?
They must have dyed their nails.
They are civilians working to make ends meet.
Do you think they had time to sit around dying their nails?
Think of things from their point of view!
Hide them so you don't get caught by the director!
We'll begin filming soon. Please standby.
Yes we will.
Good luck everyone!
Flanks!
Dad's expression is so funny!
It's so small you can't even tell!
We filmed all day and that's it?
That's just the way it is.
Thanks for your hard work, everyone.
But Nae San-- I mean Mr. President.
When do we get paid?
The advantage of a part-time job is
that you get paid right away!
We got paid already?
The company counted out everyone's fair share.
Wow, I made money!
Shouldn't we have called Mr. Kim since it's our first team dinner?
That's right, should I call him right now?
Is it him?
Yes.
This man is snacking again. 2,600 won at the deli.
Why is he always eating nonstop?!
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