Be Strong, Geum-soon
I am not lonely, because I have a dream
And I won't give up
Want to listen to the radio?
No. Just drive. I like the quiet.
Sir.
Where've you been?
We had dinner.
You can go.
You heard me. Go home.
OK.
Goodbye.
Why are you so mean?
You know why.
Let's go in.
Why are you so mean to him?
I hate him.
You're still seeing him? What for?
I've known him for years. I can't pretend he doesn't exist.
Relationships are like that. At least I think so.
Things change forever the minute you kiss or hold hands.
You can't go back to how it was before.
You just pretend.
You have to stop seeing him, however hard it is.
I'm tired. I want to rest.
You have to. Or you'll suffer.
Forget about him and date someone who loves you.
Someone who loves and cares for you.
That someone exists?
Of course he does.
I've been alone all my life. He doesn't exist.
You say that because you're being loved.
People who aren't loved think less of themselves.
We feel useless.
He's willing to eat with me. Shouldn't I be thankful for that?
Is that what you think? That it can end just like that?
Have you been in love before?
My dad? I know more than you think.
You don't love him.
Please leave.
I'm home.
The room's quite big, even with all this.
Yeah.
I like that the best. You can watch TV in bed.
Wait, don't put that on. Lie down.
- What for? - I'll give you a facial.
- No thanks. -Just sit there.
No thanks.
I'm doing you a favor here.
-Jeez... - For your first night together.
- Here... - This too?
There.
OK. Let's see how good you are.
It isn't your first time, is it?
Don't go there.
How do you feel? Exhilarated?
Yeah, exhilarated.
What happened back then?
You acted like it was all over.
Don't ask. It's all in the past.
She upset you, didn't she?
Jeez...
I don't like her, but I'm giving in for you.
- You don't have a say in this. - Stay still and don't talk.
I feel a bit sad, even though you'll be around.
She has a strong personality. Don't be too good to her.
Or she'll take you for granted and use you.
You sound like you've been married a few times.
Sorry you're stuck in the attic.
Then give me some pocket money.
Here.
What, are you serious?
Take it.
Buy dad a fishing rod while I'm away.
It'll be around $300.
Say you bought it with your pay.
You keep the rest.
I can't say I bought it with my pay.
Gosh, this is A LOT.
Yes, it's a lot.
It'll make him even happier. OK? Say you'll do it.
OK. I can do that. I'll earn some brownie points.
Have I ever said this before?
What?
Well...
I love you.
Get off me, you're creeping me out!
Yes?
Shi-wan.
- Were you asleep? - No, I was reading.
- Come in. - Thanks.
You're getting married tomorrow.
Yes, looks like it.
Here you go. Some ointment.
Put it on and wear the gloves at night.
But I have some ointment...
Still, take it. I've been feeling so sorry for you.
Thank you.
Buying this, when you must be busy.
Geum-soon.
Do you remember what I once said?
ThatJung-wan told me to look after you.
Of course I remember.
I want to keep that promise.
So tell me if you need anything. Even after I get married, OK?
Whatever it's about.
OK.
Geum-soon.
You're not the only one who feels like you're losing out.
I'm afraid you'll keep your distance.
Shi-wan...
Promise me that you won't. Will you?
Yes. I promise.
OK then.
Put on the ointment and wear the gloves.
Good night.
Shi-wan.
Can I...?
Thank you so much. Be happy.
I will. Thanks.
I really want you to be happy.
I will, don't worry.
Tae-wan.
Come downstairs. Hurry up.
We have to eat up and get ready too.
- Where's Shi-wan? - He left to get ready.
You idiot... Where are your manners?
I can't help it.
Eat up. We all have to go to the beauty salon.
What for?
We have to get our hair done.
I'll do yours. I know how.
There's no time. Let's go to the beauty salon.
I'll do it for you.
Yes, let her do your hair.
Why waste money when she'll do it for free?
She's still learning.
You don't trust me, right? You're afraid I'll mess up?
Yes, to be honest. You ruined my perm, remember?
I learned my lesson.
I'm sorry, but I'm being very objective here.
So we're all going to the beauty salon.
We can't all show up looking silly. OK?
Then I'll do Mr. Noh's...
I said no. It's Shi-wan's big day.
How impressive. She runs her own company.
She must earn a lot.
I guess.
I heard they went to the same college.
Mrs. Sohn must be so happy to have such a smart daughter-in-law.
She's old though.
Same age as her son, so she's 31 or 32.
No one cares.
Herjob is more than enough to make up for it.
Well-off women marry late. Some even don't marry at all.
She'll treat her in-laws that much better if she's rich.
I'm so jealous of them.
Of course, Shi-wan got her because he's a great guy...
but his parents must be so happy he's marrying her.
RememberJung-wan's wedding?
What did you say?
Say that again. What did you just say?
I'm being truthful here.
Jung-wan was way out of Geum-soon's league.
They just accepted her out of their good hearts.
Geum-soon's pregnancy was the only reason they gave in.
So what? So what?
We're late, hurry up.
Geum-ah. We're ready to go.
OK. I'm getting dressed.
Hello.
Congratulations.
- Thank you. - Good luck.
I'm jealous of you.
- I want to get married too. - Me too.
The dress is lovely.
Gosh, you look amazing.
Hello.
Hello, ma'am.
You look lovely.
Thank you.
I love your wedding dress.
Say hello. She's my mother-in-law.
Hello.
Thank you for coming.
See you later.
Congratulations. You look amazing.
Let's go to the restroom.
Sure.
She's pretty.
Your turn now.
I'm fine, you wash your hands.
OK.
It's his first marriage?
Yes. I wonder how she managed.
Plus, I heard the groom's a great guy.
I know.
His parents must be upset.
Letting him marry a divorcee with a kid.
That's why it pays to have a good job.
They only accepted her because of herjob.
- Let's go. - OK.
Did you hear what they said?
Yes.
A bachelor's marrying a divorcee.
Yes.
They must be the groom's parents.
I feel sorry for them.
Letting their son marry a divorcee who has a kid.
The father looks so distraught.
I can't tell.
I guess you're right.
Of course I am. He looks so sullen.
They should at least try to smile.
It's their son's wedding day.
They're so upset, they can't even try to smile.
That's why they're so stiff.
Too bad.
Shouldn't we hurry back?
Granny, auntie. Hi.
Hello.
Congratulations. I hope you're all well.
We are, thank you. I'm glad you're here.
Thanks for inviting us.
Thanks for coming.
Congratulations. You must be happy.
We heard so many good things about the bride.
Thank you for coming.
Hello.
It's been a while.
You know her, Geum-soon's cousin.
I do. Hello.
Hello.
Congratulations.
Thank you.
Hi there.
Hello.
- You stay here. - Come here, sweetie.
Gosh, you're so handsome.
I have a camera. I'll take a photo of you two.
Let's take a photo.
I hope it comes out nice.
OK.
Hwee-sung, smile at mommy.
OK. 1, 2, 3.
Huh?
- I'll try again. - Sure.
Hwee-sung, smile.
1, 2, 3.
Why? It's not working?
It's not.
It did when I tried before.
It's broken?
I don't think so.
Hang on. Take this.
Ladies and gentlemen.
The ceremony will begin soon. Please take your seats.
The groom.
The bride.
I'm so tired.
Traditional clothes are so hard to walk in.
I have to go straight to work.
Did you see the bride's face?
She looks tough. Did you see her?
I was there too. Of course I saw her.
She doesn't look like a pushover.
You thought so too, right?
I bet she has a very strong personality.
She might give Geum-soon a hard time.
That's your problem. Why are you always so negative?
She owns and runs a business. She has to be tough.
How else can she pay her employees?
Why can't you just say she looks very professional?
Do you have to say she has a strong personality?
Would you like to be called a hippo?
You'd rather they say you look strong and healthy.
Am I wrong?
At last...
Don't stare. Don't you have to go to work?
Call Geum-soon's cell phone.
Hello?
Geum-soon? It's your granny.
What will you do now?
Good. Then come by first.
You've changed.
- Yes. - Aren't you tired?
A bit.
It's still May, but it's warm already.
I know. I'm glad it's over.
They both looked great.
Didn't Shi-wan look nice today?
He was totally hunkalicious.
You can't say that about your brother-in-law.
He's a hunk.
I give up.
Watch what you say about people older than you.
OK.
I'll be careful.
Ma'am. I have to go to work.
OK, go.
Hwee-sung, mommy's going to work.
He looks tired too. Let's all have a nap.
Bye.
Granny. What's wrong?
Nothing. The weather's nice, and I miss you already.
Sit here.
Did you eat enough?
I did. The food was tasty.
Shi-wan and his wife... What should I call her?
Call her by her name.
Her name?
Yes, you should.
She's part of your family now.
I see. You saw her, right? Wasn't she pretty?
Yeah.
All brides are pretty.
Was I pretty too?
Goodness, yes, you were.
I thought an angel had fallen from the sky.
No way.
But thanks for saying that.
Geum-soon.
Yes?
I'm proud of you.
Don't say that.
I want to. I'm so proud of you, I want to give you an award.
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