Be Strong, Geum-soon
I am not lonely, because I have a dream
And I won't give up
It looks expensive.
Eat your fill.
What is it? It's about Sung-ran, isn't it?
Yes.
What about her?
Well...
Just say it.
Should I go first then? I have something to tell you.
Sure. You go ahead.
Guess where I'm coming from.
Weren't you at work?
No.
I was at the library.
I'm there all day every day.
What do you mean?
I quit work.
I'm jobless.
It's been 2 weeks now.
Father...
The ex-CEO's son inherited the company.
He called me to his room one day.
And said he wants to work with younger people.
My younger colleagues can't talk to me freely...
so I'd been thinking about quitting.
But I wish he'd waited for me to bring it up first.
Anyway, I've worked there long enough.
Still, part of me didn't want to quit, so I learned to use a computer.
I even tried to read up on new construction techniques.
But I just can't keep up.
I can't rely on asking for explanations.
Not that I understand everything anyway.
Not many of my colleagues will come to the wedding.
I tried to last as long as I could, like your mom wanted.
Don't say that.
Why didn't you tell me before?
I was going to after the wedding.
Your mother's so happy about it.
It's been a while since something made her smile.
You're getting married, so it will help dull the blow.
Father.
I don't mind.
I'm relieved.
It's been 2 weeks already.
So you've been killing time at the library?
Most days. Sometimes I walk around.
I saw a movie too.
The day I took your mom out for a movie and dinner.
She insisted on seeing the one I already saw.
I had to talk her out of it.
I'm done talking. It's your turn.
What is it you can't tell your mom?
- Go on. - It's nothing.
Then tell me.
We were going to move out, but we'll do as you say.
OK.
Just for a year.
Sure.
Geum-soon, I'd like some cold water.
So what?
''So what?''
OK.
We're done.
Miss Na.
We're done here. Please come this way.
Sit here.
Wait for 15 minutes.
Miss Ahn, your client's here.
I'll do this. You serve her.
She's married. You'll get along well.
Don't do that. Give it back.
Wait. I want to see Hwee-sung.
So this is him.
He doesn't look like you at all.
Does he look like his dad?
What does your husband do?
Give it back.
I said wait.
Give it back. It's mine.
They're all him.
Where's your husband? How come there's no picture?
You got divorced?
Give it back or else...
Gosh.
You've forgotten your place again.
Hwee-sung.
I have to take it, right?
I should, right?
See you later.
Come in for some tea.
I have to prepare for a seminar.
OK then.
See you.
What are you doing here?
Mrs. Oh.
I came out for some air.
Bye.
Hello?
It's me. Where are you?
Really?
Let's meet up.
I really have to see you.
I'll be at the cafe.
Honey.
I can take a taxi.
It's OK. Your doctor's on the way.
Did you see Eun-joo this morning?
I left early. Why?
I called to ask about Eun-jin, but she won't answer.
Her phone was off all day yesterday.
I'm worried. Is something up?
Yes, something's up.
Jae-hee doesn't want to marry her.
He told her so?
What does it mean?
He's not ready or...?
He's not into her.
How do you know? Did she tell you?
I metJae-hee and he told me.
I was going to change my mind and give them my blessing.
I wanted to slap the jerk's face.
I asked why he dated her, and he said, ''I'm sorry.''
Why didn't you slap him?
That's why she's late without saying why.
I feel so sorry for her.
- Thanks. See you tomorrow. - Bye.
- You saw someone you know? - No, no. Let's go.
Honey.
Oh. I was lost in thought.
My goodness... He's her husband.
He's the rich man that Geum-soon's mom remarried?
That's why he was so good to her.
He got me a job and paid for her grandma's checkup.
He did it all... for a reason.
He knew.
He knew Geum-soon is her daughter.
That's why.
I don't even remember what I said.
It was your first interview.
I need more practice.
The pear's delicious.
- Isn't it, Hwee-sung? - Yes.
Cutie pie. Give me a kiss.
- You're home. - Hello.
Hello, auntie. Come and have some fruit.
It's the fruit the doctor gave us.
We should eat it. We can't let good food go to waste.
Dr. Jang gave it to you?
How is he?
I should go and thank him again.
I need to rest.
What are you so upset about? You don't want us to eat this?
It's not that.
I hope not. Food is meant to be shared.
We met him thanks to Geum-soon anyway.
So what? Enjoy the fruit.
I wonder what happened. She's not happy.
It's about me.
Yeah, it's her fault.
It'll take her a few days to recover.
Come on, eat up.
You too, Hwee-sung.
So that's why my mother-in-law saw Young-ok.
Then why is he being so generous?
As a favor to Young-ok?
No, I don't think that's it.
I'm sure he saw me.
She asked if he saw someone and he said no.
Why is he helping us behind her back?
My wife has renal failure. A kidney disease.
She can't eat fruit or drink much water.
Goodness... I'm so sorry.
It's hard on her. She comes in every 3 days.
I see.
Wouldn't a transplant cure all that?
Yes. But we can't find a donor.
No way... No way...
Itjust can't be.
He has a conscience.
No decent person would do that.
It can't be.
My heart... Gosh...
My heart's racing...
Water...
No, it's not that...
Itjust can't be...
Soon-ja.
Gosh.
What's wrong?
Goodness, you scared me too.
What is it? Were you eating something alone?
No. You just startled me.
Jeez...
Give me some water. I'm thirsty.
OK.
I had a weird dream.
I wonder why that is.
What about you?
Me? No, not really...
Then it's not my son. Or you'd be having nightmares too.
I wonder how he's doing.
I wish he'd call.
I'm sorry. What am I talking about in the middle of the night?
Don't mind what I said.
Let's go to bed.
I'll go to the bathroom first. Good night.
OK then.
8 minutes over the limit?
Why can't I do it in time?
Oh! Put something on.
It's hot. I'm wearing my pants.
Go into your room.
You're practicing at home too?
Someone has to look after Hwee-sung.
Man, I just can't do this fast enough.
They'll time me tomorrow.
I put my shirt on.
And you dared to perm my mom's hair?
I was way too enthusiastic, because I'd learned a few tips.
I did something I shouldn't have.
Don't let her hear that.
8 minutes...
- You're still up? - Welcome home.
- You're practicing. - Yes.
Is it going well?
No.
I have to divide the sections and pick the right rollers.
It's harder than I thought.
You can't understand, can you?
No, I can't.
Geum-soon.
Your hands...
- Oh... - Let me see.
Look at this...
It must hurt.
It's OK. Everyone goes through this.
It must be the chemicals.
Use some ointment.
I do, but it comes off.
I helped many clients, so it's worse today.
It'll look much better tomorrow morning.
Don't worry.
I'll be fine.
Go to bed. I have a test tomorrow.
- Don't stay up too late. - OK.
Good night.
Hey.
What's that?
A whitening mask.
You should start using these too.
What for?
Grooms wear makeup too.
It helps if you have clear skin.
Your skin's not...
People in love produce hormones that improve your skin tone.
Your skin's too sallow.
Why, things aren't going well?
Stay out of it.
Where's dad?
Dad? In bed, of course. Why?
Nothing.
You want a mask?
- No. - OK then.
If I fall asleep, throw this away for me.
Tae-wan.
Remember Gwang-min, my high school friend?
Gwang-min? I remember him. Why?
I met him today.
He came for advice, but I didn't know what to say.
What's the problem? Tell me.
He wants to get married.
To a divorcee.
When things get tough
Don't suffer alone
Now you have someone with you
Someone who loves you
Don't worry, just smile
Look around you
You're surrounded by people
Who love you as you are
When things get tough
Don't suffer alone
Now you have someone with you
Someone who loves you