Episode 4
I can't look after him.
You do it.
Mom, please.
I can't! I just can't.
Do you want to see me die in Joe's hand?
Don't get me involved.
You won't be safe either.
Where could I go with this little kid at this hour?
You go home after taking him back to his mother.
She passed away.
Died? Who killed her?
It's not who. She was killed by a car.
Don't rely on your children.
They can bring us joy when little, but that's it.
The old saying has every truth in it.
No one is better than a husband no matter how bad he is.
I realized it this time.
Yes!
I didn't know this would happen to me.
The old saying which says that
A mother with a large brood never has a peaceful day is not right.
I only have one brood, but there never have been any peaceful days.
I'm sorry.
What should we do?
Heja is hot-tempered, but it doesn't last long.
Don't worry, Mom. There is a way out for every situation.
If there's a will, there's a way.
What nerve!
I know.
You know?
Please stop hitting me!
You stop cheating on your wife!
You're almost sixty, and you bring a son from an affair?
Mom, it hurts!
You hopeless... You're such a...
I was a fool.
I was a fool to have been happy
that I got a son like you, and celebrated it.
Why do you have to take after your father instead of me...
Mom, don't speak ill of my father.
He had my respect.
What? My goodness! Respect? He had your what?
He's the last one to have your respect.
At least he didn't bring a son from another woman .
Calm down, or you might collapse.
Oh, my goodness... What should I do...
Oh...
I'm gonna die in Joe's hand. Oh...
I'm scared of my children more than her.
Mom, what do you think if I go wild?
I'll hide myself somewhere for a month.
Going wild or whatever, it's none of my business.
Reap the harvest of your own sowing, ok?
Right, Mom.
This is about my seed.
He is not just my son, but he's also your grandson.
Look how handsome he is, huh?
When I went to an astrologer to name the boy,
I was told this boy's fated to be a big success.
He's destined to become a judge.
So are you happy?
Of course, I am.
I'll make Coral a diplomat, and this one a lawyer.
Mom, Amber wants to become a doctor.
Idiot!
Ouch!
Mom.
Oh, hi!
I'm going to go bring my husband from his mother's home.
Is he there?
Seems he stops by there every day to comfort his lonely mother.
What about me?
I'm lonely too.
Don't go see her empty-handed. Bring some fruits.
You can't live as her pet hate anymore.
Should I? I don't have money, though.
Would $10 be enough?
In American dramas, it seems people don't take a pill with water.
They just swallow it.
You should visit Ruby's parents with a present.
What present would be good?
I'll prepare one for you.
Should I let her work after marriage?
I want her to stay home.
Sure. She needs to have a child first.
Isn't Ruby's father an assistant manager?
I think so.
Then he must be very gentle.
Isn't he handsome?
Is he your son for sure?
You should tell from his face.
Mom, the coming 29th is his first birthday.
So? You want me to hold a party?
It could be your mother-in-law.
Who is it?
It's me, Mother.
What should I do?
Just open the door.
What if the kid's crying?
Don't worry, he rarely cries.
What brought you here?
To see my mother-in-law. It's within a stone's throw.
Right.
Mother, I brought grapes for you. It should be sweet.
Thanks.
Did you know he's here?
I thought he visited you every day, so I just came here to take a walk.
I see, thank you anyway. You may go.
Ok.
How's the area? Is it okay for you to walk around?
Sure it's okay.
That's good. I'm sleepy.
Let's go.
Good night, Mother.
Good night.
Mom, you know... Take care of...
Ok...
Soft and soupy food would be good... for your teeth.
Ok.
She doesn't have a problem with the teeth.
Huh? I do recently.
Then you should see a dentist.
No, it's not severe though.
Just leave. It's already late.
Ok. Goodnight, Mother.
Ok, ok.
It's been a while to walk with you at night.
I know.
What?
Nothing.
What?
Your mother is so naive.
Her anger was gone with some grapes.
It's better than being hidebound.
You are off the day after tomorrow, right? Ruby's fiance's coming to see us.
Poor little boy, you're left alone without mom,
and God knows there'll be a big storm ahead.
What are you making?
Sandwich.
Again?
With different ingredients.
Sandwich is just sandwich.
It's not.
Give some to Kyle.
Why?
Why? You can't eat these all.
Sharing food is a very Korean tradition.
Ruby doesn't want him to start a habit.
I'll share with Coral.
You are so unkind. You should share and be generous.
By the way, don't say you work at the snack shop when Ruby's fiance comes.
Act like you still work at a TV station.
He'll know the truth later anyways.
The future will take care of itself.
And take a close look at Kyle.
Why? Does he act suspiciously?
I mean, observe him as a man.
Oh come on.
He is a decent Harvard graduate.
He was told by his mentor that he's fated to live as a layman having a family.
Seduce him while he's not seeing anybody.
How can you say that to your daughter?
I'm coaching as your mom.
He is an American.
Other moms would oppose international marriage of their children.
Which mom? Time has changed. Wait, who was it?
There's a billionaire who got his daughter married to a foreigner.
If the two loves each other, it's fine. But I don't like him.
Only because he's a Harvard graduate,
which is yet unverified, you told me to seduce him...
Gosh... forget it. Talking with you only rushes up my blood pressure.
Listen, you smart fool.
Stop. Leave me alone.
See the reality.
You see the reality.
You have a B.A. degree like others, but what else?
Even so, you threw out your writing job.
You've always harped on your misfortune with parents...
I've never spoken it out.
Maybe you haven't, but your attitude has.
Unlike Ruby, you're not talented in hitting on a man.
I mean, not interested.
Who would tutor Amber if I'm gone?
We can kill two birds with one stone.
Suppose you got married to Kyle and went to the U.S.,
where you don't have to bring dowry.
You could save a marriage fund,
and become a Harvard wife.
Dating with Harvard guys in Korea is like a pie in the sky,
for daughters of rich families will win them.
But by marrying him,
you can bring Amber to the U.S. with you and educate him there.
Is that the reason?
How can you think of just selling me as a trade?
Watch what you're saying.
It's not Selling you!
Did I say I would marry you to him for money?
Don't you think you've gone too far?
Don't grumble at everything. Think over what I told you.
It's all for your own good, smart fool.
Stay. I'll be back soon.
Who is it? It's unlocked.
Well, try this while it's still warm.
What is it?
Vegetable pancake.
I was too extreme yesterday. Eat this and forgive me, ok?
Leave the empty plate here.
What's wrong with her?
Maybe it's time for her to go.
Looks yummy.
Wow, that looks yummy.
Do you like sandwich?
Of course.
Then take that.
Isn't this for you?
I have enough.
Oh, thank you.
It tastes totally different from instant sandwiches.
Is it really good?
Yes.
It is heavenly delicious!
So, your mother was a Korean?
Yes.
I guess you were very close with her.
I was. But I didn't get along well with my father.
I think you are a good cook.
I'm running a snack bar.
Really?
Yes.
Do you think it's worth paying for?
Sure. So from when?
As soon as things are ready. Maybe next week.
How is it?
Better than the previous one.
Take a break, and eat some.
It goes well with you.
Perfectly fits you.
This may not go well with someone with small breasts, right?
Can I try that?
Sure.
Hi, how are you?
I like to try that too.
Sure, just one second.
Ma'am, could you hand over the blue one?
I think the blue one's better, right?
This goes well with you too.
It's like tailor-made.
I like the design. Do you have only one color?
Yes.
Isn't that what I tried on?
Yes.
I'll go with that.
Ok.
How would you like to pay?
Credit card
I said I'd like to buy that.
I'm sorry but that's the last one.
Then it should be mine.
Excuse me.
I saved what you're wearing.
When?
Remember, you saw me wear that.
Yes you wore this, but now this is on me.
I told her I wanted it.
If you told that, would she allowed me to wear this?
Look, I wore that first.
And this is just a second try.
The bill please.
So unreasonable...
Who do you think is unreasonable in this situation?
Mrs. Nonsense only tried it on, but I decided to buy this after tying on.
Mrs. Nonsense? Did you call me Mrs. Nonsense?
Look, I don't have time to argue with you.
We can have one delivered to you if you pay now. It's in stock at another store.
But it might take 2~3 days, no?
You'll have it by next Monday.
Where's the shop?
One moment, please.
Would you like to pay in installments?
No, in a single payment.
Acting rich...
She got a bad taste.
Look at the childish hairpin.
Ma'am, you should exercise instead staying in bed.
Ma'am.
Suppose you got an operation. Could you walk?
Of course. You can walk.
It'll help you to pass the gas and get recovered soon.
You may push her to walk.
Ok.
Hey!
How long should I stay here?
Until the doctor says you are okay to go home.
Irashaimase!
Kokorokara Kangkeishimas.
I'm Korean.
Oh. Excuse me.
What is it?
She looked Japanese.
Another mistake?
Just greet people in Korean.
Even foreigners understand basic greetings in Korean.
But they would feel good if I greet them in their language.
I know but, you keep making mistakes.
Ni Hao Hwaning Guanning.
Hey, to the international dept.
Ok.
Hello.
I think I left my cell phone home.
Whose phone are you calling with now?
Uh?
My my. It's on my hand.
Things so easily slip my mind. I'm getting dementia, maybe.
No, even the young are forgetful.
Sorry, I'm late.
I just arrived, too.
Oh, Mrs. Suh!
It's me, Mrs. Yoo.
Oh! How have you been?
You look younger.
How are you doing?
Just doing ok.
She is the wife of my previous doctor.
Oh, hi....
How are you?
Is everything good with Mr. Suh?
Yes.
Yi complained of indigestion. May I give her a digestive pill?
Yes. Give her Beage.
Prescription please.
She's already been administered. See here.
She said she still had indigestion.
She's making a big fuss over nothing.
Actually I'm thinking about buying her a dinner.
Yes, she first reached out to me to reconcile. I should accept it.
I think she has a dental disease.
Treat her with something soft.
She said that? When?
Prince, say "grandma."
Grandma.
Stay quiet.
Sh....
Who is it?
It's me.
Why?
Why what? Open the door.
I'm in the restroom.
I can wait.
It's a poo.
I can wait next door.
Prince, just stay quiet, ok?
What?
I'll buy you dinner.
It's alright.
Come on.
I know a good Tofu restaurant around this area.
I'm cooking rice.
You can have it tomorrow.
Isn't it a baby? Are you babysitting?
Yes, No..... It's...
Why?
Wait...
Oh God...
Whose baby is he?
Hi, there. Peekaboo!
You are so handsome.
I see you have a part time job.
It's not what you think.
You're so into making money.
Joe, let's eat out next time. I'll treat you.
I see you're not free because of him.
So, how much are you paid?
Sounds like your upstairs neighbor got a brawl again, huh?
I think so. Why don't you go pull them apart?
Watching a brawl is real fun.
You bet.
Gosh, I don't think I'm gonna die a natural death.
Jade, I bought this.
How do I look?
How much is it?
Not very cheap.
But the formal family meeting is not even scheduled.
But it's hard to buy something that you like in a hurry.
Mom, how do I look?
Beautiful. Looks like a millionaire's wife.
Jade, isn't there any audition for aunty talents?
I don't think you can do it.
Why not?
Do you know how tough an actor's job is?
Can you act wearing a heavy costume in summer with AC turned off?
Why not turn on the AC?
Because the noise is caught on microphone.
I didn't know that.
What's the new menu?
I'll help you starting from the day after tomorrow.
Didn't she want to go?
No.
She's a money-grubber.
Why? Didn't you say you'd treat her?
She babysits.
Whom?
I didn't ask in detail,
but maybe a working mom's kid.
Really...
I guess she'll sing her whole body is aching.
What can we do? That's who she is.
Her primary concern is money-making, not her health.
Who can stop her? "Money, money...",
which she can't bring into her grave.
Leave her alone. She doesn't listen.
But it makes my husband uneasy.
Even though he asks her not to work too much,
she doesn't listen and works to the point of getting sick.
Don't tell him anything.
Don't tell that I gossiped his mother.
Ok...
She wouldn't listen to anybody. Her son, or even God.
Jade, count me in when you prepare dinner.
Prince, how's your day, little boy?
I probably can't live for long now.
Myongja stopped by. Sooner or later, they'll find it out.
Please leave him in care of someone else.
I'm going to bring it up tomorrow.
Tomorrow?
Sunday, when Ruby's fiance's coming.
I need to at least introduce him as a late child of Heja and me.
Do you think he'd believe it?
He will, since we are pretty healthy.
We can quibble as if Ruby didn't tell about it yet.
There is a time for everything.
If I miss this chance, it'll be difficult to explain later.
What would he think of me if I tell him I have a secret son?
Pathetic. Philanderer.
I'd better face the difficulties as soon as possible. Don't you think so, Prince?
Oh... I'm getting a headache. Oh...
My Prince.
It'll be messy tomorrow. Let's get over it with patience and wisdom.
Be careful. You might lose a leg.
Heja is not that violent.
She won't let it pass this time.
I paid off her medical fee.
That's another story.
Whatever. In worst case, I'll move to here.
What?
You can't bring me to ruins.
Come on, it's us, your beloved son and your grandson.
You mean you whom I abhor?
How come my only son is the source of all troubles?
Dad, I'll give you a massage.
Oh, thank you.
Do you want me to turn it off?
Yes, please.
Did you get a perm?
Oh, does it smell?
A little bit.
How come it's not curly?
I got a straight perm.
Honey, do I look like a Japanese?
No.
I was mistaken as a Japanese and was greeted in Japanese
By whom?
A doorman at Ess Hotel.
Oh, that old guy?
In his early 40's, maybe?
Oh, then it's not him.
Are you familiar with that doorman?
Yeah, he always recognizes me and greets.
He's been there a long time and he has good looks, too.
So what did you say?
I said I was a Korean.
You look like a Japanese woman in a way.
I guess you'll take dumbbells with you when you leave.
No.
Then how can you work out?
Going through hardship itself is an exercise.
Don't carry heavy things like bricks. You'll be injured internally.
He won't.
You've worked in many odd jobs since young, but he hasn't.
When are you leaving?
After I get some things done and...
...celebrate Mother's birthday on Wednesday.
Is her birthday this Wednesday?
Yes.
You forgot it, didn't you?
No, I didn't.
Yes you did. You just had that look on you.
I'm so busy these days.
You're always busy, but you've never missed it before.
Your love for me faded.
No, it didn't. As I get older, I seem to get more forgetful.
You put everything in your agenda and never forget your schedules.
It's because my secretary reminds me.
She's pissed off.
I think so.
What should I do?
Give her a big jewel.
Doesn't she have enough?
There's no end in women's desire when it comes to jewels and children.
It's men's desire to have many children.
Do you want many children?
Enough. Thanks.
Yes but so what? Women in these days don't like bearing a child.
You can make your wife have many.
You're Mr. Right and you deserve it. Don't you think so?
I want three nieces and nephews.
What about you? How many children do you want?
Well, one if I like to, or none.
See, you're selfish, too.
I am too weak to bear more than one. Look at me.
Right, if you're stronger, you might beat up all the kids in this country.
Is that funny?
Does it feel good?
Yes.
Do you give them a massage regularly? I can do it for you.
What?
You know, I see many women at my work, but there's none as beautiful as you.
What do you want?
I'm serious.
I want no one but you to love me.
Ditto.
Oh, ouch... gently.
Are you ready?
Yep.
Let's go.
Let's go, Younggook.
You're still good.
You know I'm athletic.
Don't drop your eyes.
When you're stressed, come here and ride a horse,
instead of making troubles.
It's not fun to come here alone.
You can come with Mom.
Since she fell from a horse once, she's scared now.
If she holds fast the reins, she will not get hurt much.
Straighten your back. There you go.
Excuse me, are you a nurse?
Yes.
Can I ask you a question?
What is it?
Some doctors say drinking lots of water is good, while some say the contrary.
Which is true?
How do I know since I'm not a doctor?
What do you think?
I haven't thought about it.
Do you drink water a lot?
I don't. I'm too busy.
Oh.
That's why you have constipation.
Ruby, come in Ruby, quick.
Why?
Isn't it broken?
No.
What should I do if it's cracked?
It's not cracked.
You're not an orthopedic nurse.
But I went through it.
You should have asked me for help.
I know.
Why Hanbok all of sudden?
I was organizing the messy wardrobe, then the box fell and hit me.
Don't try to lift heavy stuff for a while.
Ok.
Does it hurt?
A little.
What time is my bro-in-law coming tomorrow?
At three.
No dinner with us?
Mom, put him on my back.
Why on the back, and not in the chest?
I feel a twinge of pain in my wrist.
How come?
It was hit by a heavy box.
Be careful.
He's heavy. Maybe because he's a boy.
How's Heja doing?
I saw her going into home.
She might foam at the mouth.
My mother-in-law would before Heja does.
What else I got to live for? Out of the frying pan into the fire.
Mom. This will be the fire, ok?
Over this crisis, there will be only good things ahead, ok?
I promise.
Geez...
Take these too.
I can't. My hand hurts.
The left hand.
You carry them for me and let's go.
Why the heck should I?
It says "Many hands make light." You should help me when I'm in trouble.
What?
Don't get me involved.
I don't want to suffer a side blow at a fight.
You are waking the baby.
Take these! Hurry! Gosh...
I'll hide myself in a temple around this area.
I warned you not to wake him.
Prince. We can make it!
It could be tough, but let's endure.
It's not bad to experience life when you're little.
There will be three, no, only four basic menus.
Sandwich for breakfast.
It'll be hard for you to make it from the morning.
I'm ready to do hard works until the business gets stable.
No pain no gain, remember?
I know but...
Just listen.
People usually skip the breakfast.
I'll make sandwiches at daybreak,
and sell them to students or commuters.
I'll prepare Bibimbap for lunch, which is the most important meal a day.
And for dinner, spicy rice cake and ramen for junior high students.
Are you sure you can do it?
You know I'm healthy.
Then I'll help you.
You just study. Why bother?
But you also write an essay.
Once the income reaches to a certain level,
I can hire a part time and have some time.
Ask Mom for help.
Well. She meddles in every single thing I do.
Put more pepper, no more pepper, too salty... and on and on.
She'll keep nagging me.
Then ask Goong grandma for help.
She suffers from neuralgia.
I have a good idea! Let her come and swear at customers.
Wait, like a pirate granny?
Yeah, she's foul-mouthed.
She can relieve her stress, and somehow people in these days like foul languages.
No way. Who'd like foul languages?
Do you also speak bad words?
Well, yes.
It can become a habit.
I only float with others. It's in the water at my school.
Where's your dad?
Didn't you go out with him?
No.
Maybe he went to the spring.
Use an honorific. He's your father.
I don't think he went there with that injured hand?
Amber, clean your room. We'll have a guest tomorrow.
Ok.
Boy, you're a man. Your room has a widower's smell.
It's a bachelor's smell, not widower's.
Coral's room doesn't smell.
Only a wild male can have that smell.
Am I tamed then?
Caged in a study room, you lost your wild nature. There's no wolf in your look.
It makes sense. You look naive.
Hey, then why do you think Gangji likes me?
Don't bring her up.
Does her mom really sell rice cakes?
Why should I lie? There's no use.
Please, don't treat people with discrimination.
I don't. She's not well-matched to Coral.
You didn't meet her, did you?
I saw her through the window.
To me, they are a nice couple.
You can't stir him up into romance while he's preparing the exams.
I don't stir him up.
Yes, you do.
I'll take care of it. Don't argue.
Your body line looks so perfect now. Is there no side effects for sure?
Of course. It was done by a licensed surgeon, boy.
What if my future wife has artificial breasts?
Pretend you don't see it.
What are you gonna do if you find your wife's breasts artificial?
How would I know when she wouldn't tell me that?
Her body will tell.
The natural breasts spread when she lies down,
but the artificial ones keep their forms.
Is that right, Mom?
How could you little kid know that?
I'm not a kid.
Hey, he's not like you. He's saucy.
Oh!
Watch how you say it...
Then is he juicy or what?
Amber.
It's Daddy.
I see that youngest acts youngest in every family.
He's too frivolous.
He is, only when with us.
Right.
What's wrong with this?
Where have you been?
Whose baby is he?
I guess you went to see your mother. Did she ask you to babysit him?
Amber, take him.
I didn't tell you earlier not to upset you.
Does the grandma babysit again?
I think so.
Well... I need to talk to you.
Is it something serious? Is anything wrong with your mother?
No.
Then?
Did you have a brawl with your mother?
Close the door.
What is it?
He is... Amber's younger brother.
What do you mean?
I mean, my blood runs in his vein. Forgive me.
Did you have an affair? Again?
And have a kid this time?
Get out! Get out, you jerk!
What is it?
He is your brother, per your great father.
Are you serious?
That explains why he was nice to me.
Call grandma.
Which grandma?
Both.
Honey, just slap me and get it over with.
You're not even worth my blow. What are you waiting for? Call them!
Stop putting a shame on us.
The rentee might think of us a boor family.
Take it to the grandma.
My legs are too shaky to walk.
I'll carry you on my back.
My, don't you know what the occasion is tomorrow?
Your future son-in-law is coming to see you.
Just tell him as if your mom and I had a late child.
What?
We have no other choice.
Don't make a scene in our presence. Take it out somewhere.
You are not even human. Who's the wretch?
We don't wanna see her, so take it out away from us!
You see he's driving me crazy!
And you two drive us crazy too!
Call grandma, my Mom!
Stop driving us mad and just get out. Coral!
Don't you understand how I feel?
Get her up. Dad, get up.
You, Sangsik, you can't do this to me if you're a human being.
Then all men wouldn't be human beings.
Get up.
Do all the men in the world bring a secret child?
I've never imagined this would happen. I mean it.
Honey, calm down.
Mom!
Our children are watching us!
Let go, let go of me.
So are you ashamed? Do you know what is a shame?
The scar of your surgery might reopen.
Darn it!
Mom.
I'll die after I kill you now.
Check the date. Today's gonna be our funeral.
Let's take a walk.
Hey, bring him in.
Why?
Just bring him in, quick!
You and him, lead me.
To where?
You know where. Take me to his mom.
He lost his mom.
Don't lie. Just call her, now.
She died. Two months ago.
She was hit by a car on her way back from...
Are you weeping for her in my presence?
No...
I just feel sorry for the deceased.
So, you brought him home to raise, right?
What could I do? I can't send my son to an orphanage.
Didn't you curse me for having the surgery?
You see, this is why.
He's always hunted for hooter girls and cheated on me.
Can you understand me now?
I don't wanna hear. Stop.
Then get out of here!
You two get out.
It's my house!
Our family is really "special."
Exactly.
Get me divorce papers tomorrow.
Tomorrow is Sunday.
Whatever.
Let's divorce.
I can't stand you anymore.
Either split up or whatever...
But we have to get Ruby married.
Are you that considerate of me? Is all this for me, then?
Stop playing the hypocrite.
Both of you think nothing but yourselves.
Both? Have I ever cheated on him?
You've caused enough troubles to us, too.
You're adding oil to the fire.
But that's true.
So it is my entire fault, huh?
You're saying it's my fault that he cheated on me,
and it's my fault that he got a son.
Fine, I'll disappear then. Farewell!
Let go!
Like father like daughter, how can you accuse me?
You'll only make your mother shocked in that condition.
Who said I'm going to see her?
I'm going to see Your mom, who always finds faults with me.
I have a bone to pick with her, yes, I'll confront her.
Honey.
Let go of me!
Let go! I barely manage to restrain myself from hitting you.
Then hit me to your full!
You, leave us! It's between her and me.
Between you and me what?
You're telling me to raise the boy, aren't you?
I'll raise him. I won't let him bother you.
Get out with your kid.
To where?
To your supportive mom,
who always covers up and stands up for you.
You are my only love.
Don't you think you went too far?
Hey, I'm not to blame. It's not my fault!
I'm going crazy.
Jade, can't we just live by ourselves? I'm sick of them.
Let's just get out of here, ok?
Let me change my clothes.
Let's go.
This family makes me undergo monk training.
Where are you going?
For a change.
To where?
What is it?
Is something wrong?
You can go in and see.
What the heck is it...
Uh? Why is he here?
Are you ok?
Did Myongja ask you to babysit him?
Hi, mother?
Hi. What's wrong with her?
Mom.
Yes.
It's his son.
Who?
That boy?
Yes.
Oh... It's obvious.
So he cheated on you, right?
Forgive me.
Oh my, oh my goodness.
I don't wanna live with him, do I?