Ruby's Ring
Episode 19
You can pick something, too.
Really? You're buying me one?
Wow. Not only are you wealthy,
but you're generous, too.
I knew you'd make it big.
Thank you, Ruby.
Oh, my. Ruby.
Mother.
At this time of day,
why are you here instead of at work?
I was so ashamed
in front of the other ladies.
What would other people say about us?
That we act modest and frugal,
but are actually wasteful and lavish.
I don't know what you think of our family,
but we're not extravagant.
I'm not telling you
not to get things you need.
But I don't see why you'd buy
several of the same purse.
I'm sorry, mother,
but they're all different colors.
What? Different colors?
Mom,
what's the matter?
You can see for yourself.
She bought all that in a day.
I ran into her when I was with
the ladies from our volunteer club.
Mom, these days,
Ruby's been under a lot of stress.
It can't be easy for her at work
or here at home.
She probably had to let off steam.
Not easy for her at home?
If this isn't easy,
no one in the world has it easy.
And who lets off steam
buying designer goods?
Sera shops a lot, too.
Ruby doesn't come close in comparison.
Are you suggesting that
I'm discriminating
against my daughter-in-law?
I'm sorry, mother.
I was thoughtless.
I apologize.
Sera is spending
her money she made on investments.
She makes charitable donations, too.
I haven't said anything until now,
but this isn't the first time.
Plus, you were shopping
during work hours.
How can someone with a job
be at a designer boutique at that hour?
Gyeongsuk.
I just don't know.
I'm sure you two will work it out.
But I don't want this happening again.
And Gyeongmin,
you do not take your wife's side
in front of your elders.
I'm sorry.
Sweetie,
it's a misunderstanding.
I was doing research for our company.
Right.
I suppose you need to buy everything your heart desires.
Right?
But...
Let me ask you something.
You used to be so modest and frugal.
Now you're lavish and like designer goods.
Which one is the real you?
Maybe it's a silly question,
since people always change.
But you just don't seem like Jeong Ruby.
You're like a different person.
What a pain.
It's not what you think.
I was about to leave,
but things got so heated
that I lost my chance.
My bad. Sorry.
If you don't like one of these purses,
why not give it to me?
They may be different colors,
but I'm sure there's a color
you like the least.
Listen, Ms. Jang.
Good grief. Have you forgotten again?
Auntie Geumhui! Auntie Geumhui!
What? Gyeongmin did?
Yes.
They say sons are useless.
He defended his wife
the whole time, mother.
Gyeongsuk. Ma'am.
Oh, my. Always such a loud entrance.
The thing is,
Gyeongmin is such a great person.
What are you talking about?
I heard everything.
I thought
he was just taking his wife's side,
but after Gyeongsuk left,
he gave her an earful.
He told her she didn't seem
like her old self
or something like that.
In any case, he gave her an earful.
What are you talking about?
If you eavesdrop, do a better job.
Nevertheless,
it's good that I overheard.
Otherwise, Gyeongsuk
would've lost sleep,
feeling upset at her son.
I'm sorry. I wasn't thinking.
I'll return everything tomorrow.
Since I'm part of this family,
I should follow traditions, right?
Noblesse oblige.
We may be rich,
but we avoid extravagance.
To my mom, it's simply unthinkable.
Sera and I may be
a bit more open-minded about it.
The old Ruby never would've done this.
I really must have changed.
I think it's all the stress.
I'm sorry. Please understand.
Now you're more like Jeong Ruby.
I've always been Jeong Ruby.
Shall we do something fun this weekend?
Relieve all that stress? Well?
Thank you. I'm going to shower.
Okay.
Hi, Runa. It's me.
This way, ma'am.
Look.
You're late.
Yes.
I invited them to celebrate
Runa and Mr. Na
joining JM Homeshopping.
Hello, Ruby.
All aboard. Let's set sail.
Stop, stop! Hurry up.
Aunt Chorim.
I'm sorry. We're not late, right?
Did you invite Aunt Chorim, too?
What are you doing here?
You didn't say anything at home.
Ruby, um...
We have the day off today.
I'm sorry, Gyeongmin.
I've never seen a yacht in my life,
so I had to come.
I heard your phone call with Runa last night.
But still, Aunt Chorim...
Ruby, Runa,
you two are so inconsiderate.
How many aunts do you have?
I'm your one and only aunt.
So how can you leave me out?
Where's your sense of loyalty?
Zero. Nada.
You're awful nieces.
I'm glad you came.
Welcome.
If I had known,
I would've invited mother, too.
Right?
But instead, I brought Dongpal along.
I'm sorry I'm tagging along.
We're happy to see you, Dongpal.
Yes, we really are.
But what's all this stuff?
We didn't want to come empty-handed,
so we brought some food.
Like this.
That controls the speed.
I taught you all this.
Have you forgotten?
It was a short lesson.
Given how smart you are,
I thought this would be a breeze for you.
It's so nice to spend time with you.
I love you so much.
Oh, gosh.
But why did you
have to invite Mr. Na and Runa?
It'd be better if it was just us.
Don't you know that
happiness doubles when shared?
Wow, Jeong Chorim's living it up.
Who would've thought
I would get to ride a yacht?
I had no idea there were
seagulls here at the Han River.
You don't say.
- Hey. - Yeah?
Why are you here?
Huh?
Go over to Mr. Na.
This is fine, Aunt Chorim.
Don't worry about us and go.
This is the moment
to enjoy some romance.
Hurry up.
What are you doing, Chorim?
You look really fine today.
Maybe it's the ambience.
You said I was a dung beetle.
No. You're a looker.
Thank you for coming, everyone.
Thank you.
I hope the food's to your liking.
Food's one thing,
but the weather's so nice,
and so is this yacht.
It's not that big.
So...
This is the beginning.
You have to succeed.
Look at all those buildings.
You should have
at least one in your name, Jeong Runa,
I mean, Jeong Ruby.
Having fun?
What do you mean?
Isn't it time for you
to start taking off your mask?
That's funny.
Funny?
You find this funny?
You thought a couple of thugs
would scare me,
but you were wrong.
It just wasn't enough.
You should've had me killed.
I don't know what you're talking about.
Come on now.
Next time, kill me, Jeong Ruby.
Only then will your life be smooth sailing.
You don't think I could?
I'm sure you could.
But before you do,
I'll show the world the horrible truth
that lies behind your mask.
Do you know why I've kept quiet thus far?
I was very curious
how far you'd take your charade.
Until I break my silence,
enjoy your masquerade.
Because it'll all be over soon.
You must be nervous, Mrs. Bae.
Take what I said to heart.
Oh, no! Ruby!
Ruby!
- Ruby! - Ruby!
Gyeongmin.
Oh, no.
Shouldn't we call 911?
Ruby!
Ruby.
- Ruby. - Ruby.
Ruby. Ruby.
Wake up, Ruby.
Ruby.
Ruby, are you okay?
Okay. Come on.
Are you okay?
I'm fine.
Thank you
for saving my sister.
My goodness.
Why are you two soaking wet?
Did something happen?
Nothing happened.
Something did happen.
We played in the water a bit.
What? Played in the water?
Goodness me.
So did you have fun, my dear grandson?
Yes, grandma.
I'm sorry.
Don't be sorry.
You went yachting today
in lieu of a vacation anyway.
We'll go up and unwind.
Okay.
Go change clothes and rest.
Adults and kids alike
like to play in the water.
Mom,
should we go yachting, too?
It's too cold for me.
But it's hot out.
Gyeongsuk,
how about you?
I don't want to, either.
I'd like to, Changgeun.
I'll come with you.
You flake.
Was that appropriate?
Don't you know your place?
Of course I do, ma'am.
I was just kidding.
She always gets under my skin.
Mom,
please be more understanding.
Geumhui's trying hard.
Don't defend her, Changgeun.
Even a ditz should know
when to butt in
and when not to.
And stop calling her by her first name.
It's more appropriate for you
to call her Ms. Jang.
She's Gyeongsuk's hometown friend.
What do you think about
him calling her by her first name?
Are you okay with that?
You don't mind?
Mother,
it doesn't bother me either way.
Geumhui has nowhere else to go.
I feel bad for her.
You two are way too nice
for your own good.
Don't feel bad.
My mother-in-law is a good person.
I know, Gyeongsuk.
She's put up with me for this long.
But it's still a bit upsetting.
Oh, right.
This nose of mine
is no ordinary nose.
I know. You spent a fortune on it.
Thousands of dollars, right?
Gyeongsuk.
Sorry.
What I mean is,
this nose can sniff out lies,
even the whitest of lies.
I think something did happen
to Gyeongmin and Ruby.
Really?
Yes?
There's no need to get up.
You seem unwell.
Did something happen
when you were yachting today?
No. Why?
You two aren't looking very good.
Wow, you have a sixth sense.
The truth is,
Ruby fell in the water.
Gyeongmin.
What?
Are you okay?
Thank goodness you're not hurt.
You know Mr. Na Insu, right?
Runa's fiance.
He rescued her.
How good of him.
We didn't want anyone to worry.
Don't say anything.
It will upset grandma and dad.
Okay.
Rest up then.
Yes, mother.
Good night.
Why did you tell her?
Why not?
I don't know.
Get some sleep.
It just wasn't enough.
You should've had me killed.
Next time, kill me, Jeong Ruby.
One minute to air time.
Everyone on standby.
30 seconds.
Thank you.
Okay. Three, two, one.
Cue.
Hello.
I heard you were new.
Yes.
Your name?
It's Jeong Runa.
You were quick earlier.
Thank you.
See you around.
Thank you.
Runa.
You must be tired.
My legs and back are sore.
Everything hurts.
Say, are you busy tonight?
No, right?
Let's party the night away.
What?
It's Friday night.
Let's go to a club and let loose.
I bet there'll be lots of hot guys.
Come on.
I don't feel like it.
Oh? What's up with our clubbing fiend?
You have to come.
Should we invite Ruby, too?
Ruby's become quite a party animal, too.
I'll call her.
Good job today.
You did all the hard work.
I'll buy you a nice dinner later.
Mr. Na.
What is it?
Quick. Come here.
Looks like I'll be tied up again.
I'll call you later.
For improved relaxation,
we at JM Homeshopping have...
I hope Runa's doing a good job.
Oh, Gilja,
she has Mr. Na, Gyeongmin,
and her sister to turn to.
What are you so worried about?
Yeah, you're right.
Hey, Gilja,
why don't we get one of those?
That looks so nice.
You and I are always achy,
but we have no one to give us massages.
You have someone.
There's Dongpal.
You can never keep your mouth shut, huh?
Welcome.
Welcome. Please sit down.
Here you go.
I'm starving.
Two servings of spicy grilled chicken.
- Two servings? - Yes.
Okay.
What are you doing?
Two servings of spicy grilled chicken.
Got it.
Hey, Soyeong.
Hurry up and bring them water.
Hey, Soyeong...
I'm a married woman.
I have a husband.
I can't go clubbing...
I don't want to.
I have to go. Bye.
You seem busy these days.
Pardon?
Your life seems to have gotten
very hectic since you got married.
I don't see you at your desk much.
Shouldn't that be expected?
I'm sure you know what you're doing,
but as a senior colleague, here's some advice.
Enough.
What?
Have you forgotten that
you've already given me advice?
Now that you're married,
this isn't just a regular workplace for you.
It belongs to your husband and his father.
What I'm trying to say is,
you shouldn't keep running off
to handle things that are not work-related.
I'm sorry.
Jeong Ruby,
you used to be on the ball.
Snap out of it.
I want the old Jeong Ruby back, okay?
Work your magic on the Paris La Spains deal
you've just been assigned.
Hit it out of the ballpark
like you used to.
Seo Jinhui speaking.
Yes, hello.
Hello?
Hello.
This is Gu Yeonho.
I did what you asked me to.
I hope it was to your satisfaction.
No one knows about it, right?
Not even Eunji?
Of course not.
I was wondering about the time slot for...
Don't worry.
I put in a good word for you.
Someone will be in touch soon.
Thank you, ma'am.
Thank you so much.
But I have another request.
Of course.
I'll do whatever you need me to.
This is strictly confidential, okay?
That goes without saying.
So how may I be of service to you?
Yes?
Ms. Kim.
Yes?
Could you get me the sales statistics
for the current show?
Of course.
Oh, right!
Could you also check
whether Mr. Na is working on a broadcast?
I'll do that.
It's so weird.
Why is Mr. Na always on my mind?
Yes?
Mr. Na is done for the day after this show.
Okay.
As for
- this cut... - Mr. Na.
Yes?
Director Bae Sera wants to see you after the show
If everyone's ready, we'll start.
Okay.
Let's start with camera 2.
Ready...
All set.
Oh, Ruby.
You seem busy.
How's work?
It's just a bit hectic.
What about you?
Are you feeling sick?
We need to talk.
About what?
Have you thought about
what I said last time?
Studying abroad.
I thought we were done with that.
Give it some more thought.
If you don't want to go alone,
you can go with Mr. Na.
You can go abroad together
and get married there.
Stop it.
I'm not thinking about going abroad,
so don't ever bring it up again.
If you don't want me working here,
I can look for another job.
I need not bother you anymore.
That's not what I'm getting at.
Listen to me, or you'll regret it.
This is for your own good,
so be quiet and do as I say.
Leave.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Has Mr. Na been informed?
Is he done with the show?
Yes, Director Bae.
So why isn't he here yet?
I made sure he got the message.
Good job today.
Thank you for coming.
Sure.
The makeup was great.
Mr. Na.
Did you not get my message?
I did.
So why didn't you come to my office?
When it comes to work,
I thought it was best to prioritize
by the level of urgency.
An urgent personal matter?
I know how to keep work
and my personal life separate.
Then let's have our meeting now.
I'll get going.
Okay. See you tomorrow.
Go ahead.
Let's eat first.
Do you still drive
that same piece of junk?
Yes. Thanks to a certain someone,
she almost had to go to the junkyard,
but she proved quite resilient.
She probably takes after her owner.
Cars take after their owners?
So that's why
your car was so...
Was so what?
Let's just move on.
You have no idea
how great my car is.
No matter how great it may be,
you still travel the same roads
and pay the same tolls, right?
Does your car travel in an exclusive lane
with a red carpet?
Why don't we take
your resilient car to dinner then?
Turn right.
Excuse me.
Not straight.
We have to turn right.
When you get to
the next intersection, turn left.
I'll give you further directions then.
Where are we going anyway?
The place is in Cheongdam-dong.
I'm a regular there.
But...
I have a question for you.
What's going on
between you and Ruby?
I heard you came
to work at JM Homeshopping
with Ruby's sister.
You seem to be close to her
as well as Ruby.
Ms. Jeong Runa and I
worked together at the same network.
As for Ms. Jeong Ruby...
As for Ms. Jeong Ruby?
I have to concentrate. No talking.
Why did you go straight?
I told you to turn left.
I don't have the wherewithal
to get to some stupid bar right now.
Please be quiet.
What?
Did I really just hear that?
What are you trying to do in this junker?
Hey.
What's going on? You're scaring me.
Is your seatbelt nice and tight?
Yes. Why?
I'm going to test the performance
of my piece of junk.
What? Is this some kind of a sick joke?
We're not in an action movie, you know?
H-hello?
Sera, what's wrong?
Mom! Mom!
What's the matter? Where are you?
Gyeongsuk,
did something happen to Sera?
I'm not sure.
Sera, what's wrong?
Where are you?
Grandma!
Where are you, Sera?
Grandma.
I'm going to die!
Sera! Sera!
What did she say?
Hello? Hello?
Hello?
Pull over right now.
I'll jump out if you don't.
Can't you see?
Are they chasing us?
But why?
If you don't want to die, be quiet.
You must care a lot about
your sister-in-law.
I feel so bad for her.
She seems like such a nice person.
Who exactly are you?
It won't be easy
to get to me from now on, Na Insu.
This is the power of money.
Insu,
what really happened?
This is the Jeong Ruby I know,
working tirelessly
to overcome a hurdle.
Ruby.
Jeong Ruby,
what have you done?
$8 million.
You should resign this instant!
See you next time...