Be Strong, Geum-soon
I am not lonely, because I have a dream
And I won't give up
< Episode 95 > What are you smiling about?
You think you're Snow White?
What a lame joke.
Why smile at yourself in the mirror?
Because I'm happy.
At first I wasn't up for it, but now I think we did the right thing.
See? Do as I say and you won't have any regrets.
Stop it. Now it's getting annoying.
Come in.
I made you some jujube tea.
It's mild because it's nearly bedtime.
Thanks. Where's yours?
Can I... go visit my grandmother?
Hwee-sung's asleep. I'll be back in an hour.
Sure, go ahead.
Thank you. I won't be long.
Sir, ma'am.
Again, thank you so much.
I can't express how I feel. I'll be really good to you.
OK.
I'll be watching you. Go ahead.
Thanks.
She just can't wait till tomorrow.
You must be right.
She always says she'll be good to us.
It was so touching.
Your folks really are close-knit.
But I didn't think she'd accept the money.
Why not?
It's not for free. I'd rather not take it.
I'm sure you wouldn't.
That stung.
I'm glad it did.
We didn't get to finish our conversation today.
Is that why you put off registering our marriage?
You don't trust me?
I didn't put it off. I was just too busy.
Why bring that up now?
You never mentioned it before.
It's true. You were too busy yourself.
OK, fine.
We have time now. Let's register tomorrow.
I'd like to wait a year. See how it goes.
Quite a few couples get divorced within a year of getting married.
I know many people who wait for a while.
I want to do that too.
So you don't trust me one bit?
Are you feeling victimized? Stop overreacting.
Don't you think I'm being responsible and reasonable?
Many couples just get married...
only to realize they're not compatible.
Maybe it's because my first marriage fell apart.
But I'm not so sure we'll stay together.
I can't even trust myself.
Yeah.
You can't trust others if you don't trust yourself.
So you always live with the thought that we might get divorced one day.
Don't say that. That's not what I meant.
What's the problem?
You're upset I want separate accounts?
You're upset I want to register our marriage after a few months?
You don't think of us as a couple.
A marriage is a package. It comes with a family.
Am I wrong?
You can't just pick what you want.
Even if you want just one thing, you have to get the whole package.
You married me, but you get some extras, including my family.
Yet you deny that simple fact.
You seem to think we're roommates, not a married couple.
You're right.
Actually I wanted to live with you, not marry you.
What?
What the heck are you doing?
Jae-hee.
Why are you here?
How'd you know I'd be here?
Did you have dinner?
It's late. Of course I did.
Don't you know only staff members are allowed in here?
I'm sure you know that much.
I came to give you this.
I'm so sorry I trespassed.
Hi, mom.
Eun-joo's on her way.
She's visiting her mom, and she'll bring you some clothes.
You'll be working overnight tomorrow.
She didn't want to go, but I made her.
Be nice to her when you see her.
She went because I asked her to.
You should've called earlier.
I don't need clothes. Why did you send her?
Damn.
What was that? Did you just say ''damn''?
Yes, you did. I heard you.
I'm sorry. My bad.
I don't know, she just left.
Bye.
Should I tell her or not?
What if she doesn't believe my brother lent us the money?
When does Geum-ah start work?
Er... Next week.
Has she been acting strange at all?
What do you mean?
Like getting calls from guys.
That's enough.
It's only natural that a girl her age has a boyfriend.
Don't worry. I told her not to cross the line.
What did she say?
That she hasn't gotten that far yet.
I see...
What? That means that...
Answer the phone.
Hello?
It's me, Geum-soon.
I'm at the gate. Can you come out?
Who's this?
Geum-ah's not home.
OK. I'll tell her to call you back.
Gosh, I forgot. I have to go to the dry cleaners.
I have to get our clothes back.
Sure, go ahead.
OK.
She's getting old and forgetful.
One phone call and she forgot all about Geum-ah.
Auntie.
Why are you here at this time of night?
The money I gave you...
Can we swap...
I spent it.
I settled with the creditors today.
Already?
I was afraid I'd never go through with it if I put it off.
So I called and settled with the creditors this morning.
I see.
What's that?
Huh? Well...
Why, have you changed your mind?
Oh... you have?
No. No, I haven't.
Then what's that?
It's...
I'll tell you later.
OK.
Geum-ah!
- Geum-ah. - Hi, Geum-soon.
Why are you here?
Er... Is Tae-wan at home?
I think so. He was when I left.
Really?
Geum-soon... Something's bugging me.
You'll faint when you hear this.
Tell me, I won't faint.
No, you will.
Brace yourself.
Don't worry. There's nothing I can't handle now.
Well, I... kissed Tae-wan.
See, you're shocked.
You're dating him?
You might as well tell me now. Are you?
What should I do now?
Let's talk. Are you free?
Yup. Sit down.
No thanks.
Why won't you call Geum-ah?
You said you'd call her. Why didn't you?
How'd you find out? She told you?
Why make promises you won't keep?
Why upset her and make her come over?
She came over?
What's her problem?
If I don't call, she should get the message.
What's wrong with her?
- Where's her pride? - What?
You kissed her, huh?
I was drunk.
I kissed her because she looked pretty at that time.
That was her first kiss!
How was I to know she'd never kissed anyone until then?
What has she done all her life?
Guys hate being under pressure.
What a disgrace.
What, me?
Her getting all clingy over a kiss is a disgrace.
You hugged her too.
What a big mouth.
I can't leave a crying girl alone on the street.
Women's tears make us men pity...
What the...
Go on.
(Dr. Jang)
Let's talk later.
It's over. There's nothing to talk about.
Man...
Hello?
It's me, Jang Gi-joong. Sorry for calling so late.
I was in the OR until now.
I think you should know. My wife regained consciousness.
I see.
I'd like to meet up with you.
Sure. I've been meaning to call you.
I'll come by tomorrow.
You're home? You're late today.
Where's my mom?
She went to bed. Did you have dinner?
Yes. I'm tired. Good night.
Sure. Good night.
She was so happy about her job. Why is she so upset now?
Did she break up?
Yes?
Hello. Have a seat.
- Want some tea? - No thanks.
What's this?
$50,000.
I managed to come up with most of the money.
I'll repay you the rest after my uncle is released.
That was quick.
You don't have to... I mean... I'd rather you not do this.
I'm sorry. Thank you.
Your grandmother did a great job. She brought you up well.
My daughters aren't like you.
Will we operate right away?
I have to consult her doctor, but the sooner the better.
A transplant is an option now...
but we don't have time, so the doctor will rush it.
I see.
Geum-soon.
I won't tell my wife about you until after the transplant.
I'm sorry.
That's what I want.
I know, but...
If she hears about you, her condition will worsen.
If she finds out you're the donor...
she'll say she'd rather kill herself.
Hearing about you will be enough to shock her into a coma.
And that will work against us.
She's so weak and has a heart condition. We mustn't surprise her.
I just can't express how sorry and grateful I am.
If I may dare ask, I'd like to ask another favor.
I'd like to keep in touch, and get closer.
Will you let us do that?
Geum-soon.
I told you I want things to go back to as they were.
OK then.
Anything else?
No. I'll call you with the schedule.
Bye.
I should go.
Hello.
Do you remember me? We met at the salon.
You don't. I wasn't there for a long time, so...
Are you OK now?
You looked so pale then.
You're still sick?
No, not anymore.
Your voice is as pretty as you are.
Sorry for talking so much.
But... Your name is Na Geum-soon?
I heard Mrs. Oh call your name.
It's my most favorite name in the world.
Are you free? Can we sit and talk?
Spare me some time.
There's a vending ma... Jae-hee.
Hi.
How do you...?
She works at my mother's salon.
Oh, right...
Bye.
You're leaving?
OK. Take care.
Excuse me. Bye.
What is it?
Your wife's session starts soon.
I know.
Do me a favor. It won't be easy.
What's this about? Tell me.
I have to hear it to make a decision.
I'm asking you as a friend.
OK.
Go on. I'm all ears.
What could be so hard to tell?
Remember the girl whose blood I tested?
Yes. I mentioned her some time ago.
Yes.
She's... my wife's daughter.
What?
What do you mean?
She married young, before we met. And gave birth to her.
Even my late mother never knew. It's between Young-ok and me.
And the kids?
They don't know.
No one does, except us.
I see.
A 7 0% match only appears between sisters or mothers and daughters.
And?
Her daughter will donate her kidney.
Really? That's great.
It'll be torture to her. She thought her mother was dead.
I told her the truth recently.
But she'll still donate? Not many people would do that.
I know. But I can't tell Young-ok.
If she finds out about her, she'll refuse the transplant.
And will be shocked that I tracked her down.
Plus her daughter is actually a widow.
With a kid.
If she finds out about all this... It can't be good.
What do you want to do? She'll find out anyway.
Tell her some organization sent it.
Please help me, Min-ho.
Save my wife.
What are you doing?
Why are you here? To see Dr. Jang?
What the heck are you doing? Are you playing games?!
No, I'm not.
Then what? You're still interested in me?
I thought I'd never be in love again