Be Strong, Geum-soon
Whatever happens to me, I can manage
I'll keep on going
Let life throw what it can at me
I'll laugh and keep going on
Whatever happens to me, I can manage
I'll keep on going
< Episode 9 >
Soon-ja, where are you?
Soon-ja.
There you are.
Are you free today?
Yes. Why?
Jung-wan's parents are coming to set the date.
What date? They're getting married?
It's the right thing to do. Not everyone's like you.
Get ready. We're meeting them at 1 PM.
Why should I meet them?
But you're Geum-soon's aunt.
It's no place for an aunt.
You never have anything nice to say.
I'd rather go with my son, but he can't make it here in time.
It's 1 PM.
Be ready and wait for my call.
I should move or something.
What? ''Not everyone's like you''?!
Granny.
What?
Hold on.
I'm too old for this.
Stay still, it won't take long.
Next... eyebrows.
Granny. Don't fly into a temper today.
I didn't last time, remember?
Stay still.
There, I'm done.
What's wrong?
- They're not the same. - Let's see.
Gosh, that caterpillar's upside down.
Hang on, I'll fix it.
It's OK.
Hello. Sorry we're late.
Thanks for coming all the way here.
Hello.
Hello, sir.
Nice to see you again.
It's so great to see you again.
This is Geum-soon's aunt.
Nice to meet you.
I'm Jung-wan's father.
My son couldn't make it. He works in another city.
If only you'd called us earlier...
Sorry. I have a quick temper.
Have a seat.
In goes the chili powder.
Mom will kill me.
Some leek.
- Who is it? - The mailman.
Take this and sign here, please.
There.
- Bye. - Thanks.
(Draft notice) What the...?
But I'm sure I'd passed the audition.
- Have some. - It looks good. You first.
About the wedding.
Yes. When should we have it?
I was hoping we could have it within this month.
Within this month?
It's better if we get it over and done with...
No way. Jung-wan's still studying.
Let's wait until the summer break.
Her stomach will be huge by then.
You have a point.
Please consider her situation too.
Let's have it within a month. Will you set the date?
Thank you. I'm glad you're so open-minded.
So... Where will the two of them live?
They'll live with us.
My friends say it's best to live with them for a few years.
It strengthens the family bond.
I talked my wife into it. It's just for a couple of years.
Doesn't Jung-wan have to study here?
He'll join the army over the summer. They'll have to stay apart for a while.
What? You mean...?
Geum-soon will live in Seoul while Jung-wan studies here.
Just for a few months, until the summer vacation.
I see.
You're not happy? Then get married in the summer.
No, I'll get married now. Or it'll be frigging embarrassing.
You shouldn't say that.
Why not? Can't I say that?
Of course not. You should say ''I'll feel ashamed''.
I apologize. Kids these days all seem to talk like that.
It depends on the upbringing. Our sons watch what they say.
OK then. I won't say it, ma'am.
But sir. Do I have to move to Seoul?
Can't I stay here until the summer break?
- You shouldn't... - You can't.
Do as Mr. Noh says.
If you want to stay here, don't get married.
You're getting married.
You thought you could do as you please?
No, I didn't.
Then how can you say that?
That's that then. You'll move in, OK?
OK.
Eat up. The food's cold already.
Eat up.
I feel terrible. So terrible.
He's my baby.
Stop talking about that.
You think I enjoy this? There's nothing likeable about her.
Jung-wan's life is over the day he marries her.
What can a 22-year-old father do?
She's ruined my baby's life. I can't handle it.
Drink some water. Go on.
The woman's a witch. She'll make Geum-soon's life miserable.
Goodness...
She was really nasty the day I met her in Seoul.
But she was even worse today.
What? ''It depends on the upbringing''?
''Don't get married if you want to stay''?
Gosh, why didn't I do anything?
I should've upset her too.
- Oops. - Be careful.
- Careful. - Gosh.
Gosh.
Stop glaring at me.
My cell phone got smashed. I was treated like a criminal too.
You couldn't call even once?
I couldn't. My mother was sick.
Your eyes will get stuck. Smile.
Make me.
How?
Let me hit you.
What?
OK. My face?
Chest?
Or stomach?
Your face.
No way. I'm way too handsome.
Don't make me hit you twice.
You're too violent.
OK, here.
Gosh, that hurt. Hey!
Geum-soon!
That was too much!
Jung-wan!
That little...
- Jung-wan! - What?
Thank you for keeping your word!
For not making a fool of the baby or me!
I'll be really good to you!
Jung-wan!
It's too loud. Eun-jin's studying with her tutor.
Turn it down now.
Eun-joo.
You can't dry clean all clothes.
- Don't leave them together. - The helper knows what to do.
That was when she was in charge.
Leave your laundry in the attic. I'll send them to the dry cleaners.
Understood? Answer me.
I got it.
- You're staying in? - Yes.
Can you please leave?
Ma'am, Dr. Jang is home.
Come downstairs for dinner.
Don't get up.
Great service.
This is my job.
It's great to see you drink water.
OK.
It was torture when you couldn't drink water.
You're right. I hate taking pills.
I had to swallow all that in one mouthful.
That was 6 months ago already.
About Eun-joo.
Find her a nice husband.
She's been doing nothing for 2 years.
She doesn't even go out since you suspended her cards.
I preferred it when she was busy.
It won't last long.
You're dissatisfied?
Nah.
I want to be their mother as well as your wife.
It hit me after I became sick.
I really want to be a mother.
For both...
If I can't...
If Eun-joo won't let me...
then at least for Eun-jin...
The youngest?
- Yeah. - Already?
He kind of...
knocked her up.
How cute. Not many guys would take responsibility.
I'm worried, but I'm proud of him too.
Let's try chili hotdogs next time.
- It's quite cold today. - You feel cold?
But it's nice and refreshing.
How's your back?
It's fine. Good as new.
Something's in your eye?
I think so.
Look up and blink.
Let me have a look.
Don't blink.
Something got in. Want me to blow it out?
Uh-huh.
Don't blink.
I said don't blink.
Look that way.
That way, not me.
Hang on.
Feel better now?
Even if we just get the essentials...
You know I don't have any money.
Come on, the wedding's not far away.
I really don't have any.
You're so stingy.
I really don't.
My husband hasn't wired me anything for over 1 0 months now.
You sure?
Why would I lie to you?
He's struggling again?
I guess so.
He won't say a word, but I think he's in trouble.
We're still in debt too.
- You think he's... - I'm sure of it.
He hasn't been home for 3 weeks.
Since we're at it...
I've done more than enough.
We paid for Geum-soon's tuition.
My husband gave you money behind my back.
I paid for her shoes and clothes.
Hers sometimes even cost more than my own daughter's.
I wouldn't dare treat her badly.
I really did the best I could.
Ask anyone you meet and they'll say I did a good job.
I know that.
What more do you want from me?
I don't have to give you another dime, even if I could afford it.
OK. I know what you've done for her.
It's not like you don't want to spend something you have.
I'll think of something.
You have a plan? A secret stash?
No. Would I be asking you if I did? I don't have an income.
I have one idea though.
I'll sell my house and move in.
What?
I'll move in with you.
There's no other way.
We moved out for Geum-soon's sake, but she'll move out soon.
Your husband could do with some help.
I don't need a house to myself.
Let's marry Geum-soon off and wire the rest to your husband, OK?
What's wrong? You look like you've seen a ghost.
That's that then. I should call the real estate broker.
Bye.
The manager, please.
Honey, it's me. Do you have any money?
I'm home.
I met granny. Is it true she'll sell her house to move in with us?
Yeah. Tried to dodge a bullet, but got hit by a missile.
You earn your own keep and don't ever get married.
Move in with them? Why?
This place is too big for me. Your aunt needs some help too.
Our house isn't big at all.
Is it because of me? You need the money?
No.
It is.
So what if it is? I'd do anything for you.
Did auntie say you could?
It's my son's home. I can do as I please.
I'm sorry.
Don't say that.
I'm really sorry.
I didn't think I'd get married so soon.
I gave up college because...
I thought I could get a job and become rich.
That was my plan.
To become famous, earn lots of money...
and buy you a house and a red sports car with a driver.
Goodness. A red car?
You love red thermals. And your socks are red too.
Aren't I a bad girl?
At least you know. You should've been careful.
Yeah.
Don't cry. It turned out just fine.
It's OK. Jung-wan will make a good husband.
Your father-in-law's decent too.
Your brothers-in-law are handsome too.
You'll be OK.
It's your mother-in-law I'm worried about.
But we don't always get our way.
Be happy. That's all I ask for.
Will you be OK without me?
You'll be lonely.
I won't be.
You're not saying you don't want to get married.
You love him that much? More than your granny?
Granny.
- Go away. - Granny.
Don't cry.
Don't cry. Don't cry.
Stop. Stop.
I won't stop
I'll reach for the sky
I can make a change
Tomorrow's a new day
When everything in life drags me down
I close my eyes and think
I have my family with me
I'm thankful for their love and support
I will try again
I'll pull myself together
I don't mind if it's hard
I can pull through anything
I will try again
I'll pull myself together
I don't mind if it's hard
I can pull through anything
Life is bright, things will get better
I won't stop
I'll reach for the sky
I can make a change
Tomorrow's a new day
I will try again
I'll pull myself together
I don't mind if it's hard
I can pull through anything