Episode 32
This is Younggook Suh.
When you get my text, please give me a call.
I don't know who Younggook Suh is.
Mom, how do we look?
Look like a couple in high status.
Appearance is important. Especially men's.
You could have lived up to your look had you studied hard.
It hurts!
You've hurt me more than it hurts you!
You can't spank your son with wrinkles. Stop hitting me.
Wrinkles? There's none.
Look at this.
Mom, that's the product of so called "phoshop."
What's that?
Phoshop (Photoshop).
Must be a high-budget movie. But looks so real, huh?
Yeah.
What's wrong with American guys?
What?
How could the one in the film let the girl climb the mountain...
...holding a baby in her arms?
She's right.
A child is not light.
Right.
If he were a Korean, he would carry the baby.
It's just a movie.
But it reflects what people generally accepted as right.
I can't believe he only held her hands rather than carrying the baby.
Seems American men are cold-hearted.
It depends. In fact, American women are stronger than Korean women,
maybe because of nutrition.
I don't think so. Didn't you notice the girl panting?
I think they differ from us in their way of thinking.
Their "Lady first" culture seems to be nothing but a lip service.
Do you see me as one of them, too?
Well, you're not counted in, because you'll become a monk.
Isn't it too late? You could feel tired at work tomorrow.
Night shift tomorrow.
I wish you kept regular hours.
I know.
Honey... You did this the other day.
It's messy.
Aren't you sleepy?
I'm getting more gray hair these days.
No wonder. Your eyes will be weakened soon as well.
Small letters will then look blurry to you.
Oh, no.
When I watch TV,
those who were once my heroes appear with wrinkled faces and white hair.
It makes me feel sad.
I know I would be like them in a few years...
I wish God stops us from aging after we reach 50 and allows us to die...
...without wrinkles.
Then people would resist dying, saying they're too young to die.
You think so?
Yeah! Imagine we are still healthy, looking good and all...
but face death at the ages like 70 or 80,
we'll be going stir-crazy to live longer.
But when we lack in energy, look shabby as getting aged,
we can let go of our greed and empty our minds, and be ready to go to the other side.
Yeah, I can see that.
I can see that? Man, you're not as old as I am.
She got a crush.
I just checked my teeth after lunch.
Oh, sure you did.
If Kyle wasn't a good catch for Ruby,
we could have emptied Kyle's room and lived there.
Do you have money to return his deposit?
Jade has around $10,000 left.
Also, we've made good money, I guess.
I don't know how much. I only deliver it do Jade.
Good afternoon. Smiley House.
This is April.
Hi.
What a funny twang. Isn't it a break time?
Yes.
Why don't you come to my karaoke?
Ok.
Don't worry...
With cassis tea, Myongja.
Ok.
Who is it?
April. He asked us out to his karaoke. We'll be out for a while.
Student customers will flood in soon.
Still an hour before they come.
Come on, we have to get things ready.
She's stirred up with useless hope.
Just trim scallions.
Like mother, like daughter.
Heja, isn't the school open this Saturday?
Yes.
Let's open the restaurant until noon.
I need to take a rest on weekend.
Then you don't have to come. Misook's mom can replace you.
Money doesn't grow on trees, ok? Student customers bring us good money.
Aren't you tired, mother?
All she does is receiving money. Tired? No...
What? You think it easy?
Can I see the ruby necklace?
Sure.
How much is this?
What did the doctor say?
The doctor said not all patients who take the medicine get better.
I don't even expect her getting better. All I wish is she won't get worse any more.
I hardly get any sleep these days.
Buy me ramen.
Ok.
At your mom's restaurant.
Why?
Let's go.
I'll starve her by having her wait for me outside.
She might have already had a full lunch at home.
I don't think so. She's a weight-watcher, eating only two slices of bread.
Only two slices?
Yeah.
We'll have ramen.
It's his mom's restaurant, so don't follow me inside and bother us.
Ok.
Let's go.
How much should we pay?
$26.
I got $26.
We don't need a receipt.
Ok. Come again.
Bye.
Hi, Amber!
This is my grandma.
How do you do?
She's my classmate.
Oh, hi.
And my mom.
How do you do?
Hi!
We came to have ramen.
Ok. Have a seat.
You forgot me!
Sorry. My another grandma.
How do you do?
Special service.
Thank you.
Your ramen is delicious and chewy.
Come often.
Yes.
Doesn't he make troubles at school?
Not at all. He's a teacher's pet and everybody loves him.
Please, eat.
My name is Goodsoon, Goodsoon Suh.
Is that a real name?
Of course, Mom.
My father named me after his grandma, because she raised him.
Welcome.
Let's help them.
It's ok.
It's not ok. I wanted to do this kind of things.
May I take orders in your place?
Sure. Here.
Four ramens and three spicy rice cakes.
Ok.
Four ramens and three spicy rice cakes.
Ok. I got it.
She's quite amiable.
I'm in front of the mart.
I like to have your time for short.
Will wait.
Two ramens, right?
Enjoy.
Here it is. Enjoy.
Are you going out?
Yes. To take a spin.
Have some honey tea.
Thank you.
Honey, break time.
Good afternoon.
What do you have for lunch?
Ramen and spicy rice cake on Saturday.
Can you get me spicy rice cake immediately?
Sure. It's all ready.
One please.
One spicy rice for the table #3.
Here it is. Enjoy.
Thanks.
Mom, we're leaving.
Good bye.
Oh, good bye. Thank you for helping us.
My pleasure.
Come again, cutie.
Bye.
Why? Did it taste bad?
Can you put that in a to-go box?
That? For to-go?
I'm sorry. How much is it?
Look, miss. Did it taste terrible?
No, it's because I'm...
Are you holding...number two?
Yes.
Oh, you should have told me then.
Here's the restroom key. The restroom is upstairs in this building.
Not urgent?
Actually... I'm sorry.
I'll give you your change.
It's ok.
It's not ok.
Was there something in the food?
No. Just give my changes.
I must say, a "weirdo".
How much?
50 cents.
Thank you.
Thanks.
We are not going too far, right?
No.
Are you ok now?
Good.
Let's watch that.
That one?
Yes.
Ok.
Coffee please.
Me too.
I received what you left with the reception desk.
Honestly, it made me very upset.
Did you read my letter?
Memo.
What I wrote is all true.
Don't be too upset thinking I've deceived you.
Believe me...
I am as much ruffled and distressed as you are.
I'm not distressed.
I was, when I didn't know. Making all sorts of interpretation.
But not anymore.
I thought a lot if I misjudged you.
I misjudged.
I am sorry.
It's ok. It was a good experience.
You make my heart cry.
I misjudged a person named Jedoug, but so did you.
Had you identified your background, I wouldn't have started with you.
Had you even told me the truth on our last day together,
I would have let you go with no regret.
You think your background is something that great?
You think I would hang on to your sleeve if you told me the truth?
No.
Don't play with someone's heart.
You should not.
It's so true we don't know people until we experience them.
You'd better keep this in mind too.
I know you are a writer...
But you know how to hurt with the words.
Hurt?
Yes.
Hurt by my mere words?
I don't lie.
Please do not misunderstand my heart toward you.
Did you say you don't lie?
I didn't tell you about me in detail but I didn't lie.
Except for the name.
Forget it. I don't wanna get into it.
There's no need.
Can't you see my heart when I took the jacket you bought for me?
Do you think I took it with me because I didn't have a jacket?
What an honor.
Anything else to say?
Excuse me.
I missed you.
And...
I will miss you.
So chilly. Why didn't you wait inside at the lobby?
I feel stuffy in the hospital.
Get in.
Let's go somewhere. I have something to tell you.
Is Ms. Boss' condition bad?
No.
Something happened in my family?
It's about Jedoug.
Jedoug?
Yes.
Did he come back?
Let's go somewhere.
Let's go.
So tell me now.
I saw Jedoug coming out of the market on my way home.
I was about to say "hi" but then Jade appeared and got in his car.
And?
By the way, his car was a Phaethon.
That's not the point. He might have landed a chauffeur job.
I don't think so. He looked very different.
You know, he was very stylish.
Since he has a nice rack.
I'm sure it was his car.
You should have stopped her.
I couldn't.
Doesn't answer?
No.
Really?
You mean it, right?
Everybody listen, I just got a girlfriend!
Do I make too much noise?
Let's have some tea before we leave.
Ok.
So tired.
So the girl, Goodsoon, must be Amber's girlfriend, right?
That's why he brought her here. Like father like son.
And like older brother like younger brother.
Coral got a nice wife though. Not like his father.
A nice wife? Gangji?
Don't you remember how she was good to Sangsik?
One's inner character is more important than anything.
What do you think of your own character?
Have you ever seen me troubled with my conscience?
You should know yourself.
Before you tell me that, know yourself first.
Is Jade home?
Yes.
What?
Is Amber home?
Not yet.
Come with me.
Jedoug was here, right?
Kyle saw you two.
What did he say?
Is the Phaethon his own car?
Yes.
Tell me in detail.
I don't know anything in detail.
He's married, isn't he?
Then what?
Nothing changes even if I've told you.
Even so, I need to know the truth.
He's Woobin's friend.
Do they know each other?
Yes.
And he's not from a poor family.
Then why did he live like that?
According to Woobin, his father sent him out to have him experience the world.
So he was a kinda noble.
So, he took a night flee because he's too high class for us? That SOB!
Don't swear.
Who does he think he is?
Why did he have to pick on you instead of experiencing the world?
Forget it. I don't want to talk about it.
Did he want to see you again?
No.
I wouldn't be this angry if he had taken a run because of his inferiority complex.
But he looked down on us and played with your heart.
Enough.
Kindled, but then threw a cold blanket... What nerve he has to come here again!
What was the purpose?
To apologize.
It's over now. And I feel relieved.
You must be disgusted with him, right?
What are you doing here?
Just talking.
Did you have lunch?
Just for one hour. Please?
I said no.
Why? It'll be fun.
I prefer staying home.
Remember what the TV host said the other day? "Work hard, play hard."
We've worked hard, haven't we?
You always remember things that are unimportant.
Our hard work deserves having fun now. And relieving stress is good for our health.
I'll make you amused.
Or you can just sit and listen to my singing. Please!
Are you that eager?
I'm one of the Korean, the people of singing and dancing.
Ok then, let's go to other karaoke, not April's business.
Why?
Just because.
Other karaoke will charge us.
I'll pay.
Don't you know how to knock the door?
Where were you?
Answer!
Stop minding me.
It's my job to watch over you.
So suffocating!
See? I was right.
The more I think, the angrier I get.
Did he come simply to apologize to her?
Maybe he might have been concerned about his reputation.
But so far as I perceived, he was still in love yet looked sad...
it's hard to describe in words.
Whatever. But he took a run 'cause he didn't want to go further.
After all that stirring-up!
I don't think he stirred her up. They liked each other.
Love always blossoms in two-ways, right?
Love? Give me a break.
Look how she seduces him to take her as a prey...
Son! Come out and see.
Take a look.
Is this for Ruby? Wow...
If she doesn't change her mind even after taking that, she'll be a real wretch.
Come on. Don't swear at your future daughter-in-law.
Because she made me upset before.
Then how much more she must have been sad?
You should help me to change her mind.
She sounded so cold and showed no feeling.
You take care of it. Don't get me involved.
Why should I go and beg to that mere girl for a favor?
Frankly speaking, her family got nothing, but not her.
Her body line, intelligence, social skills, charming eyes...and her age.
Everything's so perfect!
And most of all she knows how to curry favor with me.
Gee. You're totally taken into her.
Then would you be happy had I been taken into Sung-lan, the hussy?
If I had insisted to marry her despite her sloppy past, how would you feel now?
Beautiful! It'll go well with Ruby.
Can't you see my heart when I took the jacket you bought for me?
Do you think I took it with me because I didn't have a jacket?
I might go crazy unless I forget him quickly.
Isn't she having breakfast?
Let her sleep.
Going to spa?
Yes.
Get in.
No thanks.
Ruby...
Give me just ten minutes. Please?
Please...
Going to spa?
Yes.
Let me join you.
You have such wonderful skin. Porcelain skin.
Dr. Yoo's skin is not bad either.
Don't call me Dr. Yoo. Please call me as before.
I think everything was for the best.
I told my mom that I got scared of women,
that I couldn't trust any women except you.
She seemed convinced after what I said
Half of the world populations are women. You'll find one.
Maybe.
But there is only one woman in the world I really love.
What is this?
Open it.
Open. It's my present.
Take off the muffler. I'll put it around your neck.
Who bought this?
My mom...
Pretty.
You don't like it?
I have no reason to receive it.
Ruby...
You look like a girl with the doll in your arms.
Oh, give me a break.
I mean it.
Is Ruby coming today?
No.
It's her grandma's birthday. Her family gathers for it.
Seems she has a big family.
I envy her.
She didn't like this?
No.
Has she ever opened the case?
Yes.
And said "no"?
Yes!
Why does she have to play hard to get?
She can't be that self-assured when she's just nothing!
Any starlet you wanna go out with?
Why? To hook me up?
Yep.
Men have two basic needs. Work and love.
How's the drama shooting?
Three more days to go.
You know Jade. How do you think of her?
How what?
I picked her.
As...?
I'll propose her to be my bride next fall.
Does she like you too?
Her only concern these days is her work.
I thought you'd be more interested in one of many girls in your league.
In fact, a family in power tried to hitch me with their daughters.
See?
I don't want their money. You know I was kinda playboy.
But I don't want a playgirl for a spouse.
I want someone who is pure, yet not rigid but savvy.
And she should be witty, and enjoy her own career.
Jade is the very woman.
What kind of woman do you feel chemistry? I'll find one for you.
Cut it out.
Come on. You're a man, aren't you?
Not interested in marriage for now.
I'll find some chicks for you. Just go out on a date. I bet it'll be a tonic for your life.
Can't compare women with any pleasure like golf or wine.
I bet Ms. Goong won't tie the knot.
Why?
Because I'll tell her all about you.
Try that.
Are you that sure of yourself?
I've never failed in taking in a woman. Not a single time.
I know women.
It depends on a person.
Wanna see?
Boy, writers never answer the phone.
Will she come again for an interview?
No. She made one over the phone.
Do you need something?
Oh!
Madam...
Wash. You smell bad.
Poor madam....
It's me. What are you doing?
Well...
Your mom is making the bed.
Tired, she goes to bed early these days.
Keeping good hours is good for health.
Right..
Jade, Myongja and I will enter a TV show. Can you send in our names?
You know...
There's a show where common people compete their talents...
...in dancing and singing.
Audience King?
Yes.
Are you serious?
We'll show our talents we've honed.
Mom.
Wait, did Goong grandma say ok?
Yeah. We've practiced so hard.
You'll be amazed.
Oh, mom. Let me live in peace.
Shut up.
What will you show?
Dance.
Classical Dance?
Not like that.
Jade, hang up. She' is joking.
Get out of here.
Why did you hang up?
Are you getting senile?
Is that what you can say to your mom?
Please act up to your age. Don't you see you can bring shame upon the family?
I'll take all the shames upon me, ok?
Mom, your disgrace is our disgrace.
Oh, it's cold.
Hi.
Come here and sit.
Why?
Grandmas asked me to send in their name to a TV show.
Are they serious? Look, they are almost 80.
We know they are very unique.
If they're being stubborn, let's do this.
Terry needs money.
Ok.
This is all I have.
Honey, you're not gonna take a shower again?
Terry is clean.
I know but you still need to wash every day.
Where did you pick that?
Terry has no money.
Yes, no money. Let's go brush your teeth.
No.
You have to brush your teeth after a meal.
Or you'll have foul breath.
No.
It won't take long. I'll do it for you, ok?
Come on...
Go away.
How come you're so strong?
Terry is Bumble Bee!
She's sleeping.
I can't believe she agreed.
Normally, cat and dog. But you know they show perfect teamwork occasionally.
Stop her by all means.
Ok.
Gee... Never gives me a peaceful day.
Grandma.
Coming in droves.
Grandma, is that true that you will enter a TV show?
Yes.
Mom, what's wrong with you?
For money. I wouldn't be interested if there were no cash prize.
Then we'll give you money instead.
Really? How much?
It's not a matter of money.
We've practiced so hard, so we must enter the competition. Right?
Yeah.
You can't dance, mom.
Huh? You want to see me dance?
It's not a picnic, not for old people...
You might be made a laughing-stock.
It's our business. You don't live our lives, so don't argue about this matter.
Do you have to show a farce in public?
Everybody appearing in Audience King is so amusing, not silly.
You didn't even see yet.
Is this your idea?
Mine.
Mother, if you stay quiet, you'll do better.
Let's see first and discuss.
Is that a dance?
Look at her face.
Doryunnim!
Wow!
Don't clap.
Fantastic!
My back aches...
How long have you practiced?
About a month.
Any objection?
Mother, I think you should act up to your age.
It's a current trend to make ourselves a laughing-stock to lighten up the mood.
That's right.
Jade, send in their names.
What a shame if Gangji's parents happen to watch you in the show?
Who cares?
I think it'll be ok since they're not doing a bad thing.
Yeah.
Our performance can bring smile to Gangji's father, making him get better.
You'll become laughing-stocks.
Wanna bet? Whether we become laughing-stocks or rising stars?
Let's put this to a vote.
A vote?
We're six. What if the result is tied?
Then call Gangji to come over here.
She can leave Prince to Kyle for a while.
Why bother?
Not sure of winning, huh?
Let's do it! We can make it.
I'm for.
You will never see me again.
Ok.
Be a man, don't be so fickle.
Because they really want to.
Don't expect anything from us when we win and receive prize money.
Yes. Don't expect anything from them.
Have you contacted with Mrs. Terry Suh recently?
No. Why?
There's a rumor she got a serious disease.
I don't think so. I was invited to her house a month ago.
Really?
Yeah.
But she doesn't show up at all and her cell is turned off all the time.
Maybe she's out of country.
Well, if you marked the paper, fold it and put it into here.
Mother, promise you'll accept the result.
Sure. If we're on air, we'll be immensely popular. You'll see.
By the way, Gangji, you look pretty especially today.
Do I?
Yes. Any good news?
Nothing.
Well, let's see the result.
Mix well.
Ok.
Well, the first ballot is...
For
Yeah!
The second one is...
Against
Huh?
That's you, huh?
Did you smoke?
Yes.
Your mother needs a bath but she resists it stubbornly.
We'd better ask the maid to bathe her.
I can do that but I'm concerned she could even keep distance to me if I force her.
It's better we ask the maid for help.
Mother, you're having chocolate.
Yeah. Yummy.
Mother, hold my hands.
Come this way.
Have a seat here.
She is going to bathe you in comfort.
No.
Ma'am, look at these bubbles. Isn't it pretty?
It'll make you feel great if you soak in here.
You wash.
Let's go drive after you bathe.
You like going drive, don't you?
Yes, I do.
Where do you want to go?
How about Seoul Tower?
Yes.
We three go for a drive and have gourmet food.
Yes.
You can just remain seated here.
Ma'am, doesn't it smell good?
Ma'am, I'll help you bathe.
Once you ease into the hot tub, you'll feel great.
Don't bother me!
Ma'am, please dip your hand in here.
Oh, so warm and soft.
Ma'am, please try.
Madam!
Oh, madam.
You wash! Terry is clean.
You are dirty. Wash your hair. Wash!
You are dirty. Terry is clean.
Mother!
Honey!
You wash! Wash!
Honey, she's a sly cunning fox.
Honey, she's a fox. Be careful.
You wash. Terry is clean.
Are you ok?
I'm ok.
Mother, calm down.
Mother.
Please calm down.
Younggook.
She was going to harm me. I'm scared.
Kick her out.
Kick her out, honey.
Terry is scared. Scared, honey.
Kick her out. Kick her out.