Be Strong, Geum-soon
I am not lonely, because I have a dream
And I won't give up
Hwee-sung.
< Episode 149 > Come here.
He's not your dad.
You mustn't call him your dad.
OK.
Sit down, everyone.
Shi-wan, Sung-ran, you too.
Sit down.
Wow, time flies.
What about dinner?
Dinner...
Next time. Let's invite him again.
Shall we?
Sure. I don't want to bother you today.
OK then. We'll invite you again soon.
Sure. Thank you.
But please, sir, ma'am.
Let me look after Hwee-sung.
I'll be a good father.
I promise you that.
I'll treat him like my own...
Whatever.
You can leave.
Like I said, Hwee-sung stays here.
You marry Geum-soon and make her happy.
We won't go any further.
Nice meeting you.
See you next time, when Mr. Noh invites you for dinner.
And congratulations.
Thank you.
Shi-wan.
They just said that because they're angry, right?
Right, Shi-wan?
Yes.
Don't worry too much.
See Mr. Goo off.
See you again soon. Bye.
See you again. Goodbye.
Bye.
Go on, Geum-soon.
They're good people?
And they want you to leave Hwee-sung behind?
They're just angry.
They feel betrayed and bitter.
That's even worse.
Why do they feel betrayed?
Were they ever going to let you move out?
- It's not like that. - It's not?
This is utter nonsense.
They kept you there for 3 years.
Now they want you to leave your son?
Isn't that even worse than not letting you get married?
It's not like that.
They didn't hear it from me. Your mother barged in and told them.
Can you imagine how upsetting that must've been?
If I were them, I'd be upset too.
I'd want to kick me out if I were them.
She went too far.
I don't care how she treats ME.
But barging in here was...
I'm sorry.
That's what it's about.
They wouldn't be this angry if they'd heard it from me.
They're so angry...
I'm sorry.
I apologize... in her stead.
I'm sorry.
No. They'll let me take Hwee-sung.
My in-laws are really good people.
I should go now.
I should talk to them.
He's asleep. He must've been tired.
Mom.
Father.
Did you really mean what you said to Geum-soon?
Of course.
You did?
What are you talking about?
You want Hwee-sung to leave?
But sir...
But what?
Oh.
- I'm back. - Come and sit down.
Did you tell Hwee-sung to call him ''dad''?
No, ma'am, I didn't.
Then where'd he learn that word?
I was really shocked too.
Hwee-sung must miss his father.
Kids are like that.
Don't take Hwee-sung to see him from now on.
You have to leave him.
Ma'am.
What do you mean?
It won't be easy, but do as we say.
It's best for you and Hwee-sung.
Why do you keep saying that?
You're just angry with me, aren't you?
Right, ma'am?
Why do you keep saying we're angry?
Why should we be? How can we be?
You're just a widow.
And a young one too.
You're wrong, we're not angry.
We are a bit upset.
We are, how could we not be?
Me, your mother-in-law...
Shi-wan, Tae-wan, Sung-ran too. We're all upset.
We're upset to see you leave.
But we're not angry at all.
Hwee-sung is...
Jung-wan's son, he's all we have left.
We can never let Hwee-sung go.
Sir.
Geum-soon.
Try to think about it.
It's the best for you both.
Ma'am.
How can living without a mom be good?
What about him living with a stepfather?
You'll have another child.
So leave in peace and marry that man.
Why take Hwee-sung with you when it'll cause trouble?
You can't be yourself with him around.
Mr. Goo won't say so...
but he'll be happier without Hwee-sung.
Not at all.
I'm right, he's human too.
Who would want to raise someone else's kid?
Ma'am.
He really loves Hwee-sung.
He's terrible at lying and he's...
I know.
He loves you now, and all kids are cute at Hwee-sung's age.
But he's just human too.
He'll change when his child is born.
Exactly.
Everyone changes when their child is born.
It's not about personality.
Hwee-sung's a son to you, but to Mr. Goo, he's just another kid.
It's just instinct.
Yes.
So do as we say. It's the best for everyone.
We'll raise him well.
Sir.
- Ma'am. - What now?
You still want to talk?
No. I'm here for Hwee-sung.
He sleeps with us now.
Ma'am.
You must let him go.
I won't. I'll take him.
Why should I let him go? I'm his mother.
It's for your sake.
I'm still your daughter-in-law.
OK, take him then.
Good night.
Ma'am.
Don't think, just go to sleep.
I'll help you.
What's up? You're acting strange.
I should be good to you.
You agreed to take in my son which isn't easy to do.
Are you trying to imply something?
No, I really mean it.
I'm very grateful.
How about this?
Let's put off trying for a baby...
for about 6 months, until Woo-joo has settled in.
Let's do that. Sounds good to me.
Thanks.
What do you think about Geum-soon's issue?
It's not an easy problem. Even I'd be upset to see Hwee-sung go.
Gosh... It's not about being upset.
How can you think of forcing a mom and a child apart?
But you have to consider my parents too.
Still, they're just grandparents. Can they fill in a mother's place?
Kids Hwee-sung's age need a mom.
Do you think Geum-soon will get married if she has to leave him?
You left Woo-joo behind.
No, wait. Hang on.
- You jerk. You jerk. - Hear me out.
Hear me out. You got me wrong.
You jerk. Some things shouldn't be said.
Jeez, hear me out first.
You did the same because you had no choice.
You left Woo-joo behind because your in-laws wouldn't let him go.
That's reality.
My parents are average people.
They're not being unreasonable.
I left Woo-joo because he had a father.
I wouldn't have if all he had were grandparents.
I'd have gone to court to fight for him.
Give me that. What is it for?
I need hot water to soothe my wrist.
Does it hurt a lot?
A bit. Hurry up.
OK, wait in your room.
Thanks. You can go now.
I'm not going anywhere until I help you.
I can manage. Go.
No way.
I don't want other people to see.
I'm just ''other people''?
Leave me.
You'll just get upset.
I don't care if I do.
No. Get out.
Jae-hee!
Why won't you answer me?
Do you regret having me?
I need an answer.
Forget it.
Jung-wan!
Let's let your wife go!
I'll suggest she take Hwee-sung too.
I don't care how you feel.
You're the jerk.
You left her here all alone!
You betrayed her.
You jerk.
Something bad has happened. Or else she'd have called by now.
I should go and pay her a visit.
What did I do wrong?
Why can't I visit my granddaughter?
Why won't that dang girl call? She knows I'll be worried.
- You're up already? - Yes.
Geum-ah, get up.
Go cook breakfast.
Get up right now.
Dad...
What? Is Soon-ja sick?
The doctor said...
she's old, obese, and has high blood pressure.
She has to be careful until the pregnancy has advanced.
All expectant mothers have to be careful.
Is it serious?
Not really, but we can't risk anything.
She mustn't move a finger for at least the next 5 months.
Come on.
Go and cook breakfast, OK?
I'll help you.
Honey, be careful!
Let me do the cooking.
Don't you say that.
Your husband's been nagging all morning.
You just sit in your room and knit like a lady, OK?
Yeah. You're in the high-risk group.
What's that? Some gambling...?
You're old, obese, and have high blood pressure.
Oh that... Yes, so the doctor said.
You're smiling?
Didn't I tell you to stay in bed?
Go and lie down.
But I'm bored sick.
- I'll sit here. - OK then, careful, careful.
Here.
And this.
- Say ''ah.'' - Ah.
Good.
- Good? - Yes.
Get back to work.
OK.
Hello?
Yes, it is. Oh, hello.
We're fine. Mrs. Kim? Just a moment.
For my mom? I'll give the phone to her.
Idiot.
Who's calling so early?
Hello?
Yes, it's me.
Enjoy.
I'm sorry I called you so early.
I had to discuss something urgent.
Go on. Is it about Geum-soon?
Yes.
She told her in-laws she wants to marry Jae-hee.
How'd you find out?
I met her yesterday.
You did?
So... she told them?
How is she? Is she doing OK?
Not really. She looked upset.
I think her in-laws are giving her a hard time.
A hard time? Over what?
She's not cheating on anyone, right?
They should be happy that she found a nice man. Why did they upset her?
So you met the young man? Sounds like you know him.
I've known him for over 1 0 years.
My husband taught him for a long time.
Really?
So, ma'am...
I think Geum-soon should move out.
Jae-hee's mother isn't happy, so they can't get married soon.
But now her in-laws know she's seeing someone.
They won't feel comfortable around each other anymore.
Yes, you're right.
So if you don't mind, I'd like to get her a small apartment.
Would you mind?
Well, I...
But that would cost a lot.
I think I can afford that much.
May I do that, ma'am?
Yes, you may.
Thank you. I'll start looking for a place.
She can't stay there for a long time.
True.
Geum-soon finally has a way out.
Thanks.
I guess it pays to be rich.
I couldn't do anything for her for 3 years.
Even when she went through hell.
Why haven't you left for work yet?
Why haven't YOU left for work yet?
I quit. I should get ready to leave.
Leave?
I stayed to help Mrs. Oh, not because I wanted to.
I should leave now.
I'll buy my plane ticket today.
I'll leave next week.
- Eun-joo. - Dad.
How come you're still home?
I had something to do.
Must you leave?
Yes.
There are 3 little bears
Daddy bear, mommy bear, baby bear
Daddy bear is big and fat
Hello.
- Hello. - Hi, Hwee-sung.
Bye to mommy.
- Bye-bye. - Bye, have fun.
Say hello to your teacher.
Crazyhair.
Did you sleep well?
What's up?
Try to smile for me.
How can I smile?
I took Hwee-sung to preschool just now.
Yeah, I guess you can't smile.
I had an idea.
Your in-laws...
don't trust me with Hwee-sung because they don't think...
I'll be a good father, right?
All I have to do is prove them wrong. Am I right?
Come on.
I've been thinking all night.
I'm happiest when I'm walking with you
I want to keep you with me always
Now I can tell you I love you
I love you
I'm happiest when I'm walking with you
I want to keep you with me always
Now I can tell you I love you