Episode 37
So?
Don't kick away good fortune. An actor is not bad as a husband.
Please Mom. I can take care of myself.
Oh you can?
So did you fall in love with Jedoug, who took a night flee?
Leave.
Go home!
This is my home.
You don't study hard these days?
I do. I can focus better after an exercise.
What is it? Are you going to go on a trip?
Yes. She's going to go ski.
Wow!
Come with us.
Me?
Yes.
Auntie.
Yes?
Make beef bone soup please. With lots of beef.
So you want beef bone soup?
Yes.
Ok.
Is this sea lettuce soup?
Tideland laver soup. It's different.
It's hot. Be careful.
Oh, it's so soothing.
You already enjoy soothing taste?
You know I'm precocious.
Hello. Oh, hi Goodsoon!
She's not home. But Mrs. Suh is in.
One second.
It's Goodsoon.
Huh? Thanks.
Yes.
Are you having dinner?
Yes.
Where is Mom at this hour?
She went to ski. With her friends.
Really? Without you?
She got so sensitive and irritable these days.
So I gave her time to hang out with her friends.
Is Amber with you?
No. He must be having dinner with his family.
Why?
Just because.
You gave him $100, huh?
Yes.
What if he is admitted to one of the top three universities?
What's the point?
I don't like shallow boys.
Amber is a good match to me in many ways.
Except his family background.
But you said we should not judge people by what they have.
I did.
I'll study hard and go to college. Please consider him as your son-in-law.
Stop saying those things and just study hard.
I do. My grades have improved.
I have my eye on him as my hubby. Don't forget.
Isn't he like who you were in his age?
Far luckier than I was.
You're exaggerating.
Hang on. My soup gets cold.
What kind of soup?
Tideland laver soup.
I see. Enjoy.
Ok, bye.
Mother, tell me if you need to go to the restroom.
Okay.
You can take a short nap.
If she sleeps now, she wouldn't sleep well tonight.
Right...
Younggook.
Yes.
I heard Bracelet fell in love with Jedoug.
Oh no, you can't tell him on that.
I am Jedoug.
You are not Jedoug. You are Younggook.
I told her my name was Jedoug at first.
I should be careful of my speech in front of her.
She's a nice lady. Positive and amiable.
Oppa.
Yes.
Remember Sunmi we bumped into in front of the comic shop?
Yes.
She was here today, and wanted to talk to you.
Why?
I don't know. Maybe it's about learning English.
I'll give you her number.
I'm not familiar with her. Can you ask her what it's regarding?
Ok.
Can you take a leave for one or two days?
Why?
I can't seem to get board out of my mind after I heard Jade went to ski.
Snow board?
Yes.
Do you ski well?
It was my hobby.
Then go.
I don't wanna go alone.
Why don't we, including Ms. Boss, go together?
Well...
I think I can get days off for around three days.
Then let's go!
Yeah! Please let's go! Please!
She called me Su-og.
Really? And?
I said I am not.
Oh... Do you know how terrible a dementia is?
I wish I don't lose my right mind until the day I die.
But who knows what tomorrow brings?
As I saw her, I got worried about myself.
What if I become like her?
I don't think my children will look after their poor mother.
You?
You tell me first.
What are you gonna do if I get dementia?
Don't worry. I'll take care of you.
Then your children will look after you too. Don't worry.
She didn't seem to have any financial difficulties in life, but she seemed unhappy.
She said her husband was not nice.
You should take the words of the senile with a grain of salt.
Should I?
Didn't you see a TV drama?
Where a senile old woman talks in delirium?
A drama is just a drama.
But it reflects the reality.
When I was little, an old woman in my next door had dementia.
She used to hide money then accuse her family as thieves,
yelling and shouting every day.
She'd gobble up one day, but then refuse eating the next day...
Oh, you should have seen her. It's awful.
Dementia is the worst disease. It really is.
I told Jade not to bring her home again.
She's nicer to a stranger than to me.
Do you feel good?
Yes.
Kyle, it's me, Byonghoon.
Open the door please.
Bro!
What is it again?
Let me get warm first.
A Christmas present for you. Sorry, it's belated.
You don't have to.
Just open. Give it back to me if you don't like it, ok?
Did you ask me to open the door to give her the present?
No.
Oh, so cold.
Come in.
I can't live a single day without seeing you.
This is the way you live.
Yes, this is it.
Bro, you don't have an innerwear, huh?
Long underwear?
Yes.
No.
Wear this when you become a monk.
It must be very cold in a mountainside temple.
Thank you but I don't need it.
You took me to my house the other day.
I would feel stuffy wearing it.
You are now old and need this to survive cold weather.
I said I don't need it.
How rude!
Tired and sleepy.
Then go home.
Don't touch my comforter.
I didn't bring my car.
So?
Bro, can you take me in for tonight?
Just leave.
Come on, bro.
Don't call me bro.
You know Korean idioms, huh?
"A marine is a forever marine!"
"A bro is a forever bro!"
Did you eat chicken?
Yes.
I was born in the Year of the Rooster.
Bro, take care!
Bye, Ruby!
See you!
Don't come out.
Isn't it refreshing?
Why don't you take a shower?
Aren't you sleepy?
Play.
She wants to have fun.
What do you want to have fun with?
Sing.
Does she like singing?
Not really...
Do you like to sing?
Sing...
If we sing here, we might disturb others' goodnight sleep.
How about going to a karaoke?
Yes.
What floor?
Next is my beloved mother!
Me?
Yes.
If you want.
This is your car.
Here.
Don't speed up too much and worry Goodsoon.
I won't.
Go ahead.
You can sleep more, mother.
I'll go with you.
I don't go anywhere. Let me prepare breakfast.
Please one more hour, and I'll get breakfast ready.
One hour?
Yes.
Are you up already?
Good morning.
I'll do it.
It's ok.
I brought toasted seaweed, his mother's favorite.
Did you?
It's in the frozen section.
This kimchi tastes so good.
Your mother must have the knack of cooking.
She does. Actually my grandma is better than her.
I see.
Very diligent, unlike most other girls in these days.
Sorry. I overslept.
It's ok.
How can I help you?
Please wake up your mother.
I'll wash the dishes.
That's my job.
She prepared all these. I feel sorry.
Please don't.
I don't see the other granny around. Is she sick?
She babysits her grandson.
Oh.
Thank you.
Come again.
Bye.
Mother, I boiled rice with beans. Good for your health.
Okay.
I should have brought side dishes. There was marinated beef.
We can go grocery shopping.
Ma'am, it's good you eat well.
Yes.
Mother, what do you want to have for dinner?
Grape.
Grape is out of season.
Yummy.
How about going to market after breakfast?
Ok.
Mother, when you do like to leave for Seoul?
No.
Wouldn't you miss Mr. Suh?
We can stay as long as we can, but you're busy, aren't you?
She can change her mind tomorrow.
Jade and I bathed together.
Her breasts are full.
Oh...
And the bottom is plump.
You make me blush. Please stop.
She scrubbed my back for me.
Were you happy?
Yes.
Pretty.
My Jade is pretty.
Right.
That's her name, Jade.
Yes.
I'm afraid to go to bathe with her again.
I'll take a walk with her. You can go ski.
Let's do it together.
I don't know how to ski.
I'll teach you.
Ski with him.
My son is...
He is a real jack-of-all-trades.
He cooks well, too.
His sausage stew is especially good.
Can we taste it this evening?
Sure!
Oh! Hi!
I can come later if you're busy.
No, no. Not busy in the morning.
Come here and sit.
I heard your relative passed away.
Yes. My cousin.
How come?
He suffered from a chronic disease.
You need to lose your weight to stay healthy.
But my daughter keeps giving me meaty food.
Ask her not to.
In fact, she makes meaty food for her children,
and she always spares some to give me. I can't refuse her heart.
Also, I can't ask her to make separate food only for me.
I understand.
This... I'll take this by heart.
You can't turn down the token of my sincerity.
I can't take this expensive present.
Even my husband didn't give me a bracelet.
Then take it as a present from your friend. It's ok.
Come on. I'm not a thief to take this in exchange for lunch boxes full of vege.
The value of the lunches you gave me is priceless.
But this, I can buy with money.
But there's no easy money.
Money doesn't grow on a tree, right?
I know you have to work hard to earn the money equivalent to this.
Please. It's my heart of gratitude...
Your lunch reminded me of my mother's food.
I was so touched and I really wanted to express how thankful I am.
It's nothing.
But special to me.
You must have been a good son.
No.
Well... We realize we're not good children only after we lose our parents.
And then we regret we weren't good children.
I didn't do anything good to my mother.
She and my wife were in bad terms and...
She lived in loneliness till the day she passed away.
Why were they in bad terms?
My wife acted like a queen.
Then you must have been a king.
No. Her servant.
I'd rather not talk about her. Just take it.
It's nothing compared to your lunch box.
Does that mean I pack your lunch every day?
Just once in a while, if you don't mind.
Well... I'll share some of my preserved dishes with you.
Can you?
Yes.
Put it on. Let me see if it's nice on you.
Well...
My wrists are full of dark spots and wrinkles...
Oh, nice! It goes well with you.
Thank you.
My pleasure.
I'll open it for you. Come here.
This is Prince.
Oh, so you are Prince! What a handsome baby!
Peek-a-boo.
Isn't "peek-a-boo" for an infant?
Is it?
I don't know since I've never raised a baby.
Good job!
It's fun!
This is good!
Where is Prince?
Kyle took him out to show him to Ms. Boss.
Oh...
Did Jade search for a new location?
She was busy over Christmas.
Why are you still wearing that? Aren't you gonna return it?
I tried but I couldn't.
Is he still out of town?
No. He insisted me to take this, saying it's just a present.
So?
What can I do, when he flatly refused taking this back?
Can't believe this.
Is it from the owner of the karaoke?
Yes.
Oh! How lucky!
Isn't there any ulterior motive?
No ulterior motive. He said he wanted to express his thanks.
What's so thankful about the lunch with mere veges and pickles? Gees...
It reminded him of his mother's food.
Good for you.
Sorry, we're closed for lunch.
I am the manager of Mr. Woobin Hwang.
Oh, hi.
Have a seat please.
Thank you but I have to return to my car.
Woobin asked me to see if Ms. Goong's parents are available tonight...
...or tomorrow night.
I'm not busy but...
Then can I come to pick you up this evening?
What time?
What time will it be convenient for you?
How about 6:30?
Perfect. May I ask what kind of cuisine you like?
She likes sushi.
I see. Then I'll see you later.
Good bye.
Bye.
Why does he want to treat you?
Because of Jade.
There're no rubber gloves.
How come there're no rubber gloves?
Sold out.
Hello?
Hi, it's me.
Didn't you go to office today, sir?
I came back early, since I felt a cold coming on.
Is Terry there? My son doesn't answer the phone.
Oh, they are out for shopping.
How's Terry doing?
Good. She's good.
So, how do you find of the girl?
She seems a really nice lady.
Really?
Yes.
They just came in. Do you want me to put them on?
No no, it's ok.
Ok, bye.
What an honor to meet the top celebrity in person!
Not just meet.
He's gonna treat you.
What is more, with expensive sushi!
I feel my mouth watering.
Mom, I think God rewards me for my doing well in life.
Give me a break. Count the number of women you made cry.
Come on. It was all mutual love, ok?
Just shut up.
Wait.
What's that on your wrist?
Isn't this of gold?
Ouch, you're hurting me!
Where did you get it?
Curious? You think I picked this up on the street?
I don't think you bought it for yourself.
And you know your wife wouldn't buy for me either.
An old gentleman gave me this as a present. Maybe he has a crush on me.
What?
How dare he try to hit on you...
I'll...!
How do I look?
Awesome!
Let's go!
Tired, huh?
Yes.
It's always hard in the beginning.
I'll go out for a night ski.
You can go ski.
A night ski could be dangerous for a beginner.
Why don't you try with us tomorrow?
I don't like cold air.
Coward.
Me?
Yes.
I'm not a coward.
I think your expression is radical.
At any rate, it's good she expresses her emotions.
Right. I think she got cheerful.
Mind your own business.
Yes.
Is your cell phone turned on?
Yes.
I am Woobin Hwang.
Nice to meet you.
You look much better in person than you do in TV.
I think you are more handsome than I am.
No... I'm old now.
In fact, I was good-looking in the past.
Right, honey?
He's really shining.
And?
The point was, she doesn't want a celebrity as her husband.
She said we should remain as good friends.
I totally understand her.
But I told her if she wanted, I could quit the actor's job in two or three years.
What?
Then how do you think you can make a living?
A fitness club I own in downtown will open in the early April.
I believe the business will make enough profit for us to live in comfort.
I see.
I think Jade is hesitant not because she dislikes you, but because of her pride.
Please go ahead.
She probably turned you down because of her family.
It's just my opinion.
I know she has young brothers.
I'm not a person to look on my in-laws with indifference.
You know I have the ability to support them.
Thank you for saying that.
In fact, my family also had difficulties.
Really?
Yes.
So I fully understand Jade.
But you don't have any shadow of suffering.
So doesn't Jade. Does she?
You're right.
The reason I invited you here tonight is...
to ask you a favor to persuade Jade to think positively about our marriage.
If she doesn't find me detestable.
Detestable? That's impossible.
It must be on the contrary as we see her attitude.
I hope so.
I'm not exaggerating but Jade is a real total package.
She's kind, smart, sincere, diligent...
And talented!
You can hardly find a person full of energy like her.
And she's pretty as well.
That's all true, but most of all, she has her personal charm.
She has that irresistible charm that I just can't resist.
Right. Just like the saying "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder."
I need your support. If you don't see me short of qualifications.
On the contrary! You're overqualified.
I think you and Jade are a good match.
Somehow, I feel positive.
Please make yourself comfortable.
Thank God our father is out of danger now.
It was like a bolt out of the blue. I almost lost him not knowing anything.
You guys were bad.
How could you keep it secret from me?
I was going to tell you but, missed the timing.
Forgive me.
But I'm still thankful that he might recover from illness.
I'll do everything to help him regain his health.
The more I'm with you, the more I think I married the right woman.
Pure, positive, and patient.
Well, you're so buttering up.
Is that a strategic prenatal education?
No. It's from my heart.
Now you know my value?
Then you must treat me even better.
Yes, ma'am.
Yes.
Can you come out?
Sure.
Me alone?
Yes.
Mother, I'll go out for a while. Younggook called me out.
Okay.
Are you going to go to bed early?
No.
I just like to take a walk with you.
Oh...
Didn't you ski?
I walked around.
Why?
I saw in TV where they showed a lot of beautiful snow-scapes in Japan.
Oh.
Look at the stars.
Why are you so down?
I'm not down.
Then show me your smile.
Forgive me for what I'm about to say.
I'm going to tell you something selfish.
Go ahead.
I might sound impudent.
No, let me be impudent.
I have to look after my mother with dementia.
I don't know how long it will be.
It won't be easy at all.
I know I'm not a best choice for a husband but...
Live with me.
I thought a lot.
I really wish to marry you.
But it wasn't easy for me to propose to you because of my mother.
I thought about petty tricks.
Since I knew your personality, I thought about holding you off as long as I can,
waiting for the moment you decide you could marry me...
But I couldn't wait.
Apart from my mother's health issue,
I need you.
I don't think I can live without you.
Please live with me.
I know it'll be tough to look after my mother but,
I'll try my best to make a good husband.
Stand up.
I really didn't want to get you involved.
But I missed you so much, so I came back to see you.
My fate is...
It's like a yoke.
I told myself not to get you involved in my yoke.
But you know men's desire is endless.
I went to see you for just once more,
but then I went to see you again and again.
And now, I just can't live without you.
I'm sorry.
If you are reluctant, just say "No" now.
This is the last chance you can be free from me.
After now, I don't think I can let you go.
I'll probably cling tenaciously to you.
So answer me now.
To flee from further hardship, you must brace yourself,
and say "No."
I can't.
You know me.
Even if you change your mind and push my back...
I won't leave you.
I feel the same.
Without Younggook Suh,
I can't live happily.
You are right.
This is a yoke. This is a fate.
And maybe we're destined to share the same fate.
Please stand up.
Your legs might get frozen.
Jade!
Will you marry me?
Yes.
Thank you.
I promise I'll live as your faithful husband, friend, and helper.
One more.
Go ahead.
On top of being my husband, friend, and helper,
I want you to be my mentor.
Sure. I know what you mean.
I love you.
Lovers say in drama. "I love you more than myself."
That is so true.
A true lover spares nothing, even himself.
You've agonized to say those words....
and stand frozen in this cold weather?
You once said you would dedicate yourself to a man if he presented you a Westie.
Do you remember?
I do.
I'll buy you a real Westie later.
How many hours did you make this?
I'm not dexterous.
Whenever you come to me, I will warm you.
Both your body and your heart.
Are you sure he wants to marry Jade?
Yes.
He's completely lost in her.
Oh, it can't be better.
Indeed, every cloud has a silver lining!
By the way, when is Jade coming back?
Call her now.
Ok.
I just can't believe this.
Her phone is turned off.
Text her to come back soon.
Never have I dreamed of this.
If I died young, I would be sorry for not knowing good days come at last.
Why yes.
I think both you and my mother will live long and healthy, at least for 20 more years.
I don't want to live that long.
Come on. People live to be over 90 years old these days.
Tell her to hold tight on Woobin.
She shouldn't lose him.
Ok.
Everybody in my hotel will envy me when Woobin become my son-in-law, right?
You'd better quit the job once they marry.
Yeah.
Wasn't my first impression bad?
Not bad, but shocking.
You drank three straight glasses of whiskey for being late.
You still remember that?
I was surprised by your drinking capacity.
Then you sang, and I found myself attracted to you.
Really?
Yeah.
Life is full of surprises.
It is. My father must be very happy about my decision.
Don't you think your parents might be against our marriage?
I can take care of it.
But still.
Don't worry.
Why don't we go in and tell the news to my mother?
She needs a good night sleep. Let's tell her tomorrow.
Can I ask you for one more favor?
What is it?
Go ahead.
I'm older than you.
So?
Since we're going to marry, I don't want to treat you as my boss any more.
Is it ok if I stop using the honorific and talk casually?
Let's marry as soon as possible.
Ok.
I'll become your daughter-in-law. I'll be good to you.
I wish the power of my love prevents you from getting worse.
I wish you recognize me as your daughter-in-law.
I believe you will.
Right, mother?
Father, I pray you for the first time in my life.
Thank you.
Help me become a good son and a good husband.
Mr. Goong?
Isn't it tough to work in this cold weather?
I'm ok....
You look awesome.
Hey, stylish?
Yeah, very stylish...
You look like you just came out of a magazine.
I'm too excited to sleep.
Mom, time to go work.
I can't work today.
Why? Are you sick?
No. I'm just feeling heavy.
Call Misook's mom.
Take care of yourself.
Ok.
Oh...
Mom! Feel dizzy?
My head is reeling.
Do you feel nauseous too?
No.
Oh, maybe I should have gotten up later.
Are you hungry?
No. Just thirsty. I need some tangerine.
We finished it yesterday.
Oh, did we? Why did you come back?
I forgot to bring the phone.
Oh...
There it is.
You'll be late.
Mom, take a full rest. Don't go out anywhere.
Ok.
Take care.
He gave her a bracelet for vege lunches.
If I give him a beef lunch, he'll give me a necklace at least.
Mother, don't you miss father?
Younggook Suh.
Mother, whose name is this?
My son.
Right. You want to try?
Cold, huh?
Yes...
Mother.
I like to marry Jade.
If you say "no", then I won't.
I want to live with her for the rest of my life. We'll look after you.