All About Marriage
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Episode 23
Can you take everything in one go?
Sorry. I'll call a van to take the synthesizer and instruments next time.
I'll just take the boxes today.
Okay. Where will you stay?
Do you have somewhere you can go?
Well...
I've heard that musicians are all poor.
I'm sure a good day will come.
When you succeed, find a room that's a lot bigger than this one.
Thank you.
Should I transfer money into your account until the contract expires?
Yes.
How about a glass of juice?
That sounds great.
Have a drink.
- Here. - Thanks.
Every month on the 15th.
I won't be late. Don't worry.
Thanks for the juice.
What's this instrument called?
It looks like a piano.
A synthesizer.
Really? Synthesizer?
Are you good at playing the piano?
I can play a little.
I've always wanted to learn to play the piano.
It was my childhood dream.
But we were too poor.
Do you want me to teach you?
It's okay. You should go. It's getting late.
Do you only need two?
I'll take these for now.
Can you carry it all?
Taeho.
Go then. I'll see you out.
- Right... - Give that to me.
Are you going, Mr. Choi?
Yes, thanks for everything.
I'm so upset. We should've had a farewell party.
I can come back for a farewell party.
Okay. That sounds great.
Take care of yourself and have a good life.
I hope you do well in your audition.
Thank you.
Thanks for letting me live upstairs.
Goodbye then.
I'll take that.
Mr. Choi, you can do it!
You can do it!
- Can you get out of here? - Why? I'm your husband.
Why did you follow me? Talk about cowardly.
I didn't follow you for no reason. I was worried.
You were worried about me?
Any man would worry if his wife left home.
Of course I should visit and see where you live.
Since when have you been so concerned about me?
I always worry about you.
Who was he?
What?
Who was that man?
A friend.
A friend?
Yes. A friend.
What? Can't I have friends?
A friend? Why talk so much when you're handing over a house?
Why did he leave his things here? What does he do?
- He's a musician. - He is not.
He looks like a thug.
Be careful of guys like him. Why rent a room from him?
Did you ask for independence just to move into a place like this?
Can you leave now?
You're Kim Taeho's wife. This room is nothing but an attic.
- Just go! - Okay. I'm leaving.
Give me a glass of water.
I don't have any water.
You told that guy to be healthy and you wished him luck.
You can't even give your own husband a glass of water?
If you want water, then look for it yourself.
I'm not Kim Taeho's wife.
Yes you are!
I told you. We're not divorced, but we're total strangers.
The divorce was delayed for your sake.
Must I repeat myself?
Fine then. Forget it.
Go now.
Why are you so stubborn?
You leave your family behind and find yourself a place to live.
They're your family, not mine.
Fine then. Why do I even bother?
Live however you want to.
Have a great life living alone.
I won't support you financially from now on. Got it?
I don't want your money anyway.
Good. I can see that you're really independent.
- Go! - I'm going!
I'm going forever. You can stay here and live a great life alone.
I got it. Just go.
- Go! - Don't push me. I'm going.
- Get out of here! - I'm going. Don't push me.
Bring the car. I'm going to take Dahye to our clinic.
At this hour? Do it in the morning.
What did you feed her?
Excuse me?
You took her from me and this is what you do to her?
Inseon.
What did we do to her?
Do you think I fed her something bad on purpose?
When did I say that?
She's pregnant. You should've made sure she was careful.
Must I serve her food and inspect what she eats?
You keep twisting my words. Is that a habit of yours?
- What? - Stop it.
What did I do wrong?
Take Dahye to your clinic.
It will be better if you look after her.
I never said that you couldn't take her.
Inseon, I'll bring Dahye once she wakes up. Wait in the car.
I'll take her. Wait at home.
Be quiet. You stay out of this.
I'm going to take her home.
Listen here.
Inpyo, bring Dahye out. I'll be in the car.
I'll ask the doctor if it's all right to take her home.
Okay, get his permission and take her with you.
Slow down, will you?
Just go live at her house.
What?
Go live with her and do whatever she tells you to.
Geez...
I'm the stupid fool.
Why did I take her daughter? I fed her, gave her a place to sleep...
I was crazy to do that.
No one told you that what you did was wrong.
You know what Inseon's like. You kept getting mad at her.
Goodness. You understand her personality so well.
But it's okay for your wife to be humiliated, isn't it?
I'm telling you to understand her, and you weren't humiliated.
Why must I understand her? What did I do wrong?
- I never said you did anything wrong. - I'm angry and upset.
She probably laughed at me on the inside.
She probably thought I'm a fool. My own husband won't take my side.
Geez...
I've wasted my life.
Why did I cook and clean for you for over 30 years?
Stop it!
Anyway, she's taken her daughter now.
I'm not letting them marry. That's final.
Even if she comes to see me a dozen times, it's over.
I'm not accepting her daughter.
Why am I so unlucky this year?
How's Dahye?
When did you arrive?
Is she okay? Is it serious?
She's okay. Her mom took her.
Inseon?
What happened?
Tell me the details.
Did Inseon come to the hospital? Did she make up with Dahye?
I don't know.
You have your information source. Ask him yourself.
- I'm so curious.. - Don't mention Dahye's name to me.
I don't know who she is.
Did you have another fight?
Of course not. I'm not a fighter.
I know. You're not a fighter, but you keep fighting lately.
I have a headache.
You always say that. Every time you don't want to talk.
Who made this porridge?
- Did you make it? - Me? No. I only just arrived.
The dishes are done and the kitchen is clean. It can't be Yeonho.
Jeongim must've come over.
Jeongim?
She must've come here. Isn't it obvious?
All the laundry was folded neatly too.
She's independent...
She's not independent. You're so silly.
As if she would be able to live on her own.
You and Jeongim are both strange.
A mother-in-law should stop her daughter-in-law from moving out.
Why are you supporting her? It's ridiculous.
Trashcan...
Frying pan...
Tissue? Tissue...
Goodness. The list is endless.
Mother
Yes, mother.
Did you come over here?
Yes.
Why did you do that? Who told you to do the housework?
I thought you'd be tired after going to the hospital.
Mother, the brown rice is old. I put it in the kimchi fridge.
Did you buy new rice?
No.
That's good. It's in the bottom drawer.
The frozen mackerel is in the freezer.
It's in a black plastic bag. I'm telling you so you know.
Jeongim!
Yes?
Is this why you moved out?
- Excuse me? - Come home if you want to act like this.
Mother.
You left to find your own life.
Who told you to do housework?
You can't live independently with that mentality.
You're so soft-hearted. How will you teach Taeho a lesson?
Don't ever do this again, all right?
Goodnight then. Let's talk later.
Sunok.
What?
You're a little strange.
I really can't understand you.
My mother was cruel to you. I know that angered you.
But goodness...
Why are you spoiling your daughter-in-law?
Jeongim's not the type to become spoiled.
I don't know if you're Taeho's mom or Jeongim's mom.
I get confused sometimes.
I'm Jeongim's mom.
What?
Hello.
You made the right decision.
Change your hair, change your life.
You're wise.
How would you like it?
Dye it red, please.
- Huh? - Really?
Just trim it, please.
Okay.
That's so typical of you. You can't change.
You look so pretty.
Being independent isn't easy.
You have to be brave like me.
I know.
What do you have to buy? Show me your list.
Hey! Jeongim! Jeongim!
It's for you.
What?
A gift!
Are you really my friend?
Go buy me an expensive one.
This is expensive too. It's a great combination.
You're just trying to get out of spending money on me.
Fine then. Wait here.
Hey!
Here! It's expensive!
Did you use this yourself?
It looks burnt. Look.
Boil this, not your insides.
Whatever...
Do you need a desk?
You don't even have a TV. Why do you want a desk?
You're going to give me your old TV and your rice cooker.
Your room's tiny. You don't need a desk.
Can't I even take a look?
Other people have a writing studio and their own study.
My wife's pajamas and underwear. This is where I study.
I bought you a desk and a bookshelf!
- Why did you do that? - This is really expensive!
This desk is expensive. Look.
I want to choose my own desk.
Why did you buy it yourself?
What are you thinking about?
I want to buy a desk. For me.
A desk for Nam Jeongim.
Where do you want to go, Yeonho?
Anywhere.
The amusement park... Anywhere as long as it's not a triathlon.
Then think about it and call me.
Okay. I'll look for a nice restaurant on the Internet.
I'll look into date courses.
Ask Jun what he wants to eat, too.
Okay, I'll do that.
Thank you, Gyeonghun.
I can't believe it.
I'm so happy. It's like a dream.
Okay, I'll call you later.
Be careful driving.
Okay.
I thought about it.
That woman makes me so mad.
What are you going on about?
I was going to forgive her for Gangho, but I can't just let it go.
What's so great about her? Why does she stomp all over me?
That's not what's important.
What?
Yeonho!
What about Yeonho?
No way... She wouldn't...
What are you talking about?
How have you raised our kids?
Don't tell me off about Inseon.
How have you managed our home? Things are chaotic.
What's chaotic? Things are fine.
What? Why are you arguing with me?
Inseon or whatever her name is. She took her daughter.
What's the problem?
Go bring Jeongim home.
I don't know where she is.
How can I bring her back?
I know you're involved in it together.
I am not involved in it.
Go and convince her to come home.
It brings shame to our family. It will affect Taeho's career.
What will you do if people start talking about it?
We can't do anything about it.
What?
He needs to know that she's precious.
He needs to be taught a lesson so he won't do it again.
Listen to you.
He takes after his father.
What's wrong with her?
Does Taeho have another father?
It's my room.
My Husband
What is it?
What are you doing?
Why do you care?
You're alone. I'm worried.
Taeho.
What is it?
I feel really bad right now.
Is it okay for me to be this happy?
I have to keep pinching myself to see if this is really happening.
I should've left home earlier.
I should've lived like this.
I didn't know I'd be this happy.
Are you happy? Congratulations then.
Thanks Taeho.
This is all thanks to you cheating on me and scolding me.
You always speak so politely.
I'm just telling you how I feel.
Sorry to offend you.
Are you eating something?
Yes. I chopped up an apple.
I'm so happy. I don't know why I didn't live like this earlier.
I was such a fool.
I can see why you always talked about freedom.
Fine then. Enjoy your freedom.
I have to read now. Bye.
You!
What about me?
I'm fine.
I'm really happy that you've found your freedom.
But don't forget that you're a daughter-in-law.
Shouldn't you apologize to my mom and dad?
That's for me to decide.
Worry about your TV show and research.
You don't have time for this.
I'll live my life, so you live yours.
Fine then. You're happy now?
What's the matter?
You're so devoted.
She'll probably get better without any medicine.
That's an exaggeration.
Dahye will get better in no time.
Gangho. Aren't you going?
I'll just stay here today.
Go home. I think she'll want to be with her mom.
No, Uncle. I don't want him to go.
Don't go, Gangho.
I'm not going anywhere.
If you go, I'm going with you.
You two are so touching.
Inseon.
I think you should just accept him.
He's growing on me and he's so devoted to her.
He will treat her like a queen.
Why should I accept him? Who says he's a good man?
He doesn't have anything to offer. Of course he treats her well.
If he was rich, women would treat him like a king.
Do you want Dahye to treat her husband like a king then?
Yes.
You're such a liar. There's no way you'd let that happen.
That's enough. Go to bed. Send Gangho home.
He won't go.
They're holding hands tight. They're so in love.
I'm so happy. I don't know why I didn't live like this earlier.
I was such a fool.
I can see why you always talked about freedom.
Professor Kim, you're here.
Professor Jang.
How about having dinner tonight with our wives?
With our wives?
Yes.
My wife saw you on TV with your wife last time.
She said you wife looks so kind.
She wants to invite your wife over to our home.
But we can go somewhere else.
My wife's really busy lately.
I see. Can't she even make time for dinner?
I'll ask her about it...
I can call her myself.
It's all right.
Don't bother. I'll ask her.
I don't think she can make it tonight.
She said she has an appointment.
Set a date for us then.
All right.
But Professor Kim...
The hole is so big.
Excuse me?
I guess your wife's really busy.
I'm sure you'll be fine.
It's a camera rehearsal. Try not to appear nervous.
Do your best. Okay?
Yes! We'll do our best!
Can I talk to you for a minute?
I'll wait outside.
Do you know him?
When did you get here?
Just now.
See you later.
Okay.
Here.
Just tell me what you have to say.
How long are you going to stay mad?
Here.
I'm not mad.
I may have rejected your feelings, but can't we even have a conversation?
I never said that I didn't want to converse with you.
I wanted to ask you something.
Must you meet a married man?
What?
That man. The one that you said you like.
Don't try to warn me.
Is it wrong to just like him?
I'll take care of myself. Don't worry about me.
I think he's separated.
It doesn't look good to let things get that far.
Even if you didn't mean it, someone's bound to get hurt.
Who told you that they're separated?
I don't know...
You've become so conservative.
You were never one to worry about things like that.
That's because it concerns you.
I'm like your big brother. I have to be conservative.
I have to go. Thanks for the coffee.
Seoyeong!
Miss Kim, goodbye.
Okay. Bye.
Dad!
You're only concerned with the status of the man I meet.
Be careful. Don't fall.
About my dad...
He's hot-tempered and he cares about status.
He can be quite inflexible.
He doesn't hold grudges and he has a good heart.
But he's not easy to handle.
So?
Do you think I'll run away because I'm scared of him?
Are you confident that you can overcome it then?
I have to overcome it.
See?
It would've been nice if you'd been this way from the start.
You hurt me so much.
Are you confident, Yeonho?
About what?
It's not easy to be Jun's mom.
I know that.
If it was easy, you wouldn't have pushed me away.
I'm not really a...
very nice woman.
Sacrificing myself for others...
I'm not really good at that.
But...
But I'm really proud of myself when it comes to one thing.
Once I set my mind on something, I make sure I do it right.
If I want to do something, I keep going until the end.
I know that.
Of course you do.
You were my target.
But does Jun have to transfer schools?
You wanted him to transfer because of me.
You don't want things to get uncomfortable for me at school.
It's okay. Don't go.
Once he moves up a grade, I can inform the staff.
We're not involved in adultery. We're not breaking the law.
I can hold my head up high, despite what others say.
That's not the only reason.
Then what is it?
I'll tell you when the time's right.
Miss Kim, I'm hungry.
I'm hungry too.
Let's go eat something delicious then.
Okay.
Let's go.
It's been a while since I arranged that blind date.
Why isn't there any good news?
What happened?
That's why I'm buying you this.
What doesn't Yeonho like about him?
It's not that.
Yeonho's not really interested in marriage.
She's not interested? She should think of her age.
I know. Geez...
Does she have a boyfriend?
No. That's not it.
She's busy with school.
I'll try to convince her again and make her meet him.
His family is really rich.
They bought an apartment under Donghyeok's name a long time ago.
Really?
This is the best beef restaurant in our neighborhood.
- Really? - Are we having beef today?
Sure. I'm treating you. Make sure you eat up.
- Thank you. - Okay.
- Go wash your hands first. - Yes, Miss Kim.
Don't run. You'll fall over.
Okay.
Ribs are good here.
Really?
You had a flower in your hair.
I guess the flower has good taste in men.
You're right.
- What should we have? - Jongdae.
Isn't that Yeonho?
Who's he?
A parent. They must be discussing student issues.
Let's not disturb them. Let's go.
Get up. Leave that there.
- This isn't alcohol. - Cheers!
Get in.
My house is close. I don't need a ride.
Okay. Let's talk later.
How dare they!
Is it all right? It's not hot?
This is the best beef that I've ever tasted.
- Here. - Thanks.
Sorry.
Yes, dad.
Where are you?
At school. Why?
You're at school on a weekend?
- What's the matter? - Are you alone?
Yes.
Dad!
I want to talk to you.
Dad, I'm eating right now. Let's talk at home.
Can she be excused?
I need to talk to my daughter.
Come out.
Okay.
Jun, see you next time.
I'm going then.
Tell me the truth. Tell me everything.
What do you mean?
Who is he? What were you doing?
He's a parent.
A parent?
Yes.
He's the driver, right?
The one you were chasing after.
That's right.
He's also a parent.
Is he a single father then?
Yes.
Dad, is that so wrong? What's wrong with it?
Don't be so judgmental about him.
He's a good man.
I chased after him and turned his heart around.
I don't believe this.
Dad, I know what you're going to say.
I know, but I'm determined.
I'm going to overcome everything.
I thought you were smart.
I am smart.
That's why I saw that he's a good man with potential.
Dad, you'll come to see.
You'll realize what a great man he is.
Be quiet.
Gyeonghun.
I'm sorry.
At least you know it.
Please come inside.
I'm not going inside.
Don't waste your breath. I'm not listening. Go inside.
Father.
Don't call me father!
Gyeonghun, not today.
Dad, I'm going now. I'll go with you.
What? Father?
Gyeonghun, go inside.
I'll visit your home soon.
- What? - Dad.
You'll visit my home?
- Dad... - Let go of me.
Don't you dare come to see me!
If you ever meet her again, I'll break your bones.
Dad, please don't. Let's go.
How dare he try to marry a single woman?
Our ancestors were right. A life without children is best.
Nothing's going right for me lately.
How did you get yourself into such a mess?
It's not a mess.
Dad, don't get so mad.
What?
What's the matter? What's wrong?
Mom, help me...
What is it?
You stay out of this. Just stay out of it.
What's the matter?
I'm going to get married.
You're not getting married!
What's wrong?
Getting married is something to celebrate.
- Who is he? - I told you to stay out of it.
Don't get involved at all. It's not worth listening to.
Dad, I know why you're mad.
But he's not so hopeless that
he's not worth hearing about.
I'm the one who's not worthy.
Goodness. You've lost your mind!
Dad, I'm sorry.
Mom, I'm really sorry.
But I can't change my mind now.
Please try to understand.
- Come back here! - Yeonho!
Goodness. What a mess.
Yet another disaster.
That man...
Who?
Who is he? How do you know him?
Oh... You mean Hyeonuk?
Hyeonuk? Is that his name?
Yes. He's the one that I was chasing after.
We've been family friends since we were young.
I had a crush on him. That's all.
Are you separated right now?
What? Who told you that?
Is it true?
Where did you hear that from?
Hyeonuk told me.
What is going on here?
Have you met him before?
No.
Let's go get something to eat. Let's have dinner...
- Taeho. - Yes?
I want to go home tonight. Have dinner with your wife.
I'm going to try.
Having dinner and drinks with you... I'm going to restrict myself.
I feel sad, but I think it's best for both of us.
I feel confused after hearing that you've separated.
You're separated, but can't divorce. I feel like it's my fault.
You know what's funny?
I feel pleased at the same time.
I'm going then.
Seoyeong!
Who made those rules?
Can't married people even have a meal with others?
Do married couples have to live together to be married?
Who made such a restrictive term like being separated?
Can't we just go with the flow?
Do you have to set boundaries and confine yourself?
Are you just one of those women who conform to society?
Dad.
Have you finished work?
It's still a mess.
I have to buy more things.
It's a small room.
Do you want a glass of juice?
It's okay. Sit down.
Don't you like my desk, dad?
What are you doing? What's going on here?
I'm sorry. I couldn't help myself.
Dad, don't worry about me.
I won't disappoint you.
I'm happy right now. I am.
I feel quite pleased having left everything behind.
I feel great when Taeho grovels.
He was groveling?
I think so.
You fool. This isn't being independent.
You have to detach your heart to live independently.
This is just rebelling and holding a demonstration.
If you're happy that he's groveling...
Kim Taeho will have you in the palm of his hand forever.
No way. I was so determined when I left home.
Determined? Fine then.
Then show me that.
Don't just talk about independence. Put it to practice.
Just buying a desk doesn't make you a scholar.
Taeho became a professor because he worked really hard.
You must have something that you want to do.
Do you think I raised you to see you live like this?
To live in a tiny room like this and feel sorry for yourself?
Unless you can show me...
Don't even think about calling me or visiting me.
Do you understand me?
That's right. I totally agree.
Marriage isn't a restriction. It's being with a companion.
We tend to forget that sometimes.
We keep scolding our partners.
'I've done this, so you do that'.
'I did so much for you. Why don't you give me anything in return?'
Marriage isn't a negotiation.
But so many people try to make deals with their partners.
Then what is your vision of the perfect married couple?
I see.
I'm not totally free when it comes to that.
I feel quite guilty too.
You don't seem that way at all.
But I think it's good to put
small things into practice.
For example, a wife's room.
A wife's room?
Yes.
Sometimes I thought that my wife
would like her own room.
Luckily, the opportunity came.
So I put it into practice.
She doesn't want to just live as a wife or a daughter-in-law.
She needs her own space.
Isn't that a human instinct?
So I gave my wife a vacation.
A vacation?
Yes. A vacation.
I told her to get away from me and to enjoy her freedom.
You really are wonderful. That's a great solution.
It's time for husbands to think differently too.
Wives need their own space and time to themselves.
That's right.
Rotten jerk!