Two Mothers
It's been a long time since we've had drinks.
Drinks with no strings attached
makes drinking with you all the more better.
You've had a lot to drink.
You should go home.
With you by my side,
I have nothing to worry about.
But President Baek...
Don't call me that.
I don't want to be called "president."
I only run a small company.
Yes, President Baek.
If I had a reliable son like you,
I would've been less lonely.
All I have are fragile daughters
who sway in the wind.
Do you want to be my son?
I'm not worth such a title.
If it were you,
I wouldn't have been so against it.
Are you still not over your first love, Yeonhui?
No, Yeonhui is already married with a child.
And I was a young college student then.
Right.
I'm sure your fantasy of her has been shattered.
Junhui seems to like you a lot.
You're so handsome.
You're lucky to be so popular with the ladies.
Sir.
Okay.
My dear wife!
Oh dear! Why did you drink so much?
I'm sorry, ma'am.
Seongbin.
What are you saying?
Come inside, Mr. Yu.
Stay for some tea.
It's getting late.
What are you doing? Get in here!
Come and have another drink.
You're being so loud! Go to bed.
Is he upset about something?
He doesn't get drunk so easily.
Don't worry. He was in a good mood.
I should've stopped him sooner though.
If he had his mind set on drinking,
you couldn't have stop him.
I'll get going now.
Okay, thanks for your help.
Yes.
It's just the beginning, Baek Yeonhui.
Donghyeon, wait and see how I get revenge.
Just you wait.
Yeonhui, why isn't Byeongguk coming down?
Jinwu, will you go tell your father
to come down quickly?
He didn't come home last night.
What?
He didn't come home?
Did he call?
His phone was turned off
so I called Mr. Lee. He said everything was fine.
So he hasn't been in touch all night?
No, Aunt Jinsuk.
I'm so upset. Please scold him.
Scold him for what?
This is expected of a working man.
Mom, how can you say that?
He stayed out all night!
You shouldn't take his side.
Don't be such a nag.
You stay out all night sometimes, too.
You go to clubs and take trips.
How is that the same as this?
And I always tell you in advance.
That's true.
It's not right to do this without calling.
Byeongguk is has a business to run.
He's always been trustworthy.
Are you saying you don't trust Byeongguk?
Mother.
It's not that I don't trust him.
But he should've called us
knowing we'd be worried about him.
That's what I mean.
Don't be concerned.
These things happen when men work hard.
Try to be understanding.
Take him a change of clothes later.
You're always taking your son's side.
Don't you agree, Yumi?
I agree.
Jinsuk.
Okay, let's stop.
Jinwu?
It's daddy.
Dad!
Jinwu!
You haven't left for kindergarten yet?
What happened to you?
Why didn't you call home?
We were worried about you.
I was busy with work.
Mom, I'm sorry.
Honey, I'm sorry.
Did you have breakfast?
Breakfast?
I rushed home to have breakfast
with the family.
I'll wash up first.
Set the table again for him.
And take him some honey water.
He looks worn out.
Okay.
Tell me.
Do you still have feelings for me?
I know that
the person you've fallen for
is not Lee Hwayeong of the past.
But Grace Lee of the present.
Here.
Thank you.
Were you entertaining a client?
Yes, with Mr. Lee.
Mr. Lee said he wasn't with you last night.
Did you call Mr. Lee?
Why would you do such a thing?
Why not?
What do you mean "why not?"
What will Mr. Lee think of me?
He'll think my own wife doesn't trust me.
I'm just saying that...
You're right. My mistake.
Honey?
I'm sorry.
It's okay. Come down for breakfast.
It's me.
You disappeared into thin air.
That's a bit harsh, don't you think?
I was going to prepare a fantastic breakfast.
I'm sorry. You were fast asleep.
- Are you home? - Yeah.
See you later then.
You'll be coming to me
even without me asking, Byeongguk.
Just you wait.
You don't seem to have much of an appetite.
Did you have a lot to drink?
No, not really.
Where's Yeonhui?
She left to drop Jinwu off
at kindergarten before going to work.
With her husband home,
she could've gone out later.
What's so important about her work?
Did you say her name was Grace Lee?
The assistant manager at Lasar
for the New York branch.
Her name is Grace Lee?
Yes.
Do you think the deal will go smoothly?
Yes, I think so.
It's such a big project. It won't be easy.
Business is a battle of the wits.
Half of it is just testing out the waters.
I'm sure it is quite stressful,
but you should hang in there.
Yes, mom.
When I think of Grace Lee,
I'm the one who is stressed out.
I'm about to go mad.
Why?
What?
No, it's just that...
Because it makes me happy to see him happy.
I must be out of my mind.
Why did I have to mention that?
In any case, should I tell Huija this or not?
What if Byeongguk spent the night with Grace?
No way.
I can't breathe. My chest hurts.
Oh, gosh.
Hey, Ssangsun!
How dare you steal my drink?
In this line of work,
there's a certain way we do things.
If you're a newbie, you should offer
the senior staff members cold refreshments!
How dare you drink this all alone?
Offer what?
Do I look like a bartender to you?
Look!
Hwayeong!
Hwayeong.
Hello, my daughter.
Let go of me.
Tell me.
You won't be coming home?
I told you I rented a studio apartment.
Where is it?
Tell me where you're staying.
What about Sora?
And what about your uncle? We're a family.
How long are you going to act like a stranger?
Just leave me alone.
Let's just live our own lives, mom.
I've never seen anyone as cruel as you.
I know I'm a bad mother, but
I just wanted to cook you a meal after
not being able to see you for 6 years.
How can you not understand how I feel?
That's just my luck.
I'll go home later.
Really? You mean that, right?
You should have a meal with the family.
Sora misses you so much.
She's been asking about you.
So she really is your daughter, huh?
Why didn't you believe me?
I told you she's my daughter.
Okay.
I don't think this would be a problem.
I'll look over again
and send an email to the main office.
Just as you had asked,
we've revised the contract all over.
I'm glad you did.
To attract the New York market,
the price and recipes are of utmost importance.
Koreans would never give up on rice
even if vegetables have higher health benefits.
Likewise, New Yorkers won't give up their beef.
The target of the project is to create
fusion recipes of Korean cuisine with beef,
because it will appeal to them.
Mr. Jeong, what do you think?
I think that once the contract is signed...
You don't sound so confident.
Have confidence. I'm here with you.
You and I are like white on rice.
We have an undeniable special bond now.
Taking this meeting into consideration,
please come up with a new menu.
Okay.
Mr. Jeong, is something wrong?
You're a grown man.
You don't need to feel guilty.
Don't worry.
Everything will go well.
This isn't proper behavior for the office.
Are you toying with me?
Toying with you?
How can you say that?
Isn't it fun?
This is thrilling.
Stop fooling around.
But you know what?
I can tell that you're enjoying this.
Of course, I like you, too.
When I think of you, I can't sleep.
Shall we have dinner together?
I'm sorry but I have an appointment tonight.
Oh, I have indigestion!
- Jessica? - Yes?
Do you have any medicine for indigestion?
I think Chef Michael has some.
Hold on.
You have indigestion?
Yes.
Have a seat for a moment.
Okay.
What are you doing?
Give me your hand.
Just give me your hand.
Are you okay?
Yes, yes.
If I prick your finger after a rub,
it'll work wonders.
What are you doing right now?
Why are you acting so inappropriately?
Ms. Lee, what do you mean?
You're the one who is being inappropriate.
Ms. Jeong.
Are you saying this is normal behavior
at work?
Look, Ms. Lee Gonghui.
The restaurant is a sacred place
where we provide food for our customers.
You should never!
Act in such an inappropriate manner here!
Hey, cutie pie.
Isn't that right, professor?
I think there's been a misunderstanding.
Professor.
Ms. Jeong and the chef
were holding hands and massaging each other.
Hey!
How can you say that?
We were "massaging each other"?
It's true. I did massage you.
Mr. Bae!
Oh!
Ms. Lee?
Call me Miranda.
Okay, Miranda.
Don't cry.
I'm sure it's all a misunderstanding.
Why are you so upset?
I only said that they shouldn't act
in such a way for the sake of the restaurant.
I know that.
This isn't your fault.
Do you...
Happen to have a handkerchief?
Well...
Here.
- I'd like this one. - Sure.
- Here you go. - Thank you..
Junhui likes this style of clothes.
This one.
Honey, how is that one?
Grace
Why aren't you picking up?
It's not an important call.
You should still take the call.
I hate it when people don't answer my calls.
Oh.
Hello?
It's me, sir.
How have you been?
Yes, I've been well.
Have you been well?
Not at all.
I miss you too much to be well.
Really?
Can you take time out for me?
I have something to discuss with you.
How about now?
It's kind of a bad time right now.
Maybe next time.
That's too bad. I really wanted to see you.
I'll call you back another time.
Okay.
Mr. Bae?
I love you.
What is it?
Nothing, let's go.
You're so awkward sometimes.
Here you are.
Will you taste this, my princess?
How is it? Is it good?
- Yes. - The best.
Your sister must be here!
Welcome home!
I've prepared something delicious for you!
Come on in! Bet you're hungry, huh?
Go wash your hands and come eat.
I've had dinner already.
What?
I said I'd cook you dinner.
It was a work dinner. I had to.
Mom, have a seat.
What is this?
That along with uncle's
salary should be enough
to cover all living expenses for a year.
I want you to quit that job tomorrow.
Why are you saying that out of the blue?
Why must you do that kind of work?
And why does it have to be there?
What's wrong with working there?
Just quit.
You're really strange.
Why are you telling me to quit?
Are you looking down on my work
now that you've had some experience abroad?
Is that it?
I don't care what type of work you do.
Actually, I want to applaud you
for working since it's better than getting into
trouble and being chased by creditors.
So what's the matter?
Why are you asking me to quit?
You should tell me, so I can fix it!
I just don't like it.
I have to visit that building often.
Do you think I want to see you
working as the cleaning lady?
So take that money and find another job.
Forget it. Just take it back.
Mom!
You treat me, your own mother, like a stranger
so why give me this money?
I don't need it.
I may live a pathetic life but I'm still your mom.
I haven't seen you in years!
And I don't even know where you live
let alone what you've been up to!
Do you regard me as your mom?
It's only natural for a mother to want to
make her child food.
How can you not see where I'm coming from?
Where do you live?
I want to know.
Here, have some.
Chamomile will calm your nerves
and heighten your mood.
Thanks, Yeonhui.
I feel better already, just seeing you.
Weren't you wondering why I haven't been by?
I've missed you so much
since I wasn't able to stop by.
Me, too.
But what's up?
Why are you so depressed?
You don't have to tell me, if you don't want to.
I was just thinking of the past.
How many men have you loved sincerely?
Loved sincerely?
I'm not sure.
I've loved two men.
One of them died and is no longer around.
And the other
tossed me aside ruthlessly.
But I met the latter again recently.
How did that happen?
But he is married now.
That man is Jeong Byeongguk, your husband.
I don't know if I should
keep seeing a married guy.
Hwayeong?
Not it's my place to say this,
but it's not right to see him,
even though you may have missed him.
What if I still love him?
And if I can't forget him?
Hwayeong, it's just not right.
He's married with a family.
He said he doesn't love his wife.
And that he was tricked by his wife.
What?
That's what he said.
She has some skeletons in her closet.
He didn't know it when he got married.
But it turns out she was living with a man,
though they weren't married.
He says he loves me, too.
What should I do about this?
Oh, Hwayeong.
I bought a present for you.
Here.
What is it?
Since you're from the States, I thought
a traditional ceramic piece would be nice.
I love ceramic pieces!
I have a present for you, too.
Again?
You gave Jinwu lots of gifts already.
Open it at home.
Open it in private.
Hello?
Honey.
Okay, I'll be waiting.
Your husband?
He wants to have dinner.
Oh! Do you want to join us?
I'll introduce you to my husband.
No, maybe next time.
I'm busy.
I'll stop by again soon.
Okay.
Thanks.
Did you want to see me?
Have a seat, Ms. Lee.
Okay.
About earlier,
I think there was a misunderstanding.
I'm sorry for being harsh.
It's alright.
I understand.
Okay, and one other thing.
I want to ask you for a favor.
Lee Hwayeong...
Grace Lee, I mean.
Have you spoken with her?
No, I tried calling her, but she didn't pick up.
Can you set up a meeting with Hwayeong?
I don't think she'll want to meet me.
Please help me.
And don't tell her I want to meet her.
Yes, ma'am.
Come in.
Mr. Jeong and his wife are here.
It's great to be eating out like this with you.
It's been a while.
What if mother gets mad we didn't invite her?
It's okay. I called her in advance.
It's great to see the two of you together.
Did you bring Yeonhui out because
you feel bad about spending the night out?
When men feel guilty,
they're nicer to their wives.
Aunt.
I'm just joking.
Are you trying to make us get into a fight?
So what if I am?
I'm jealous of your relationship.
It's natural that a single woman like myself
gets jealous over seeing a happy couple.
Cutie pie.
What are you doing here?
Did you forget?
We're going to a concert today.
Say hello. This is my nephew and his wife.
And this is my friend from elementary school.
Professor Oh Giseop.
- How do you do? - Hello.
I'm your future uncle.
Uncle?
He's always like this.
How are you, professor?
How have you been?
Are you going to call me handsome again?
No, I'm sorry to say this
but you have food stuck in your teeth.
What?
Mom!
Oh! My little Jinwu!
Have you had plenty to eat today?
Why?
Do you think I'd let him starve?
Mom, how can you say that?
I bet Jinwu says he loves you best.
Come here, Jinwu.
Who do you love most in this world?
My mom.
Not your dad, grandma or me?
No.
I love mom the most.
I guess I'm nothing
compared to his mom, huh?
Oh, gosh.
Did you open my present?
You said your husband's been
coming home late. You should put
an end to it by wearing that.
Honey, what do you think?
What's gotten into you?
Take it off. You look cheap!
That's a bit harsh.
I got it as a gift so I tried it on.
I'll take it off.
Why does it have to be the same one?
He's right. This doesn't suit me at all.
I'm going to shatter them.
Shatter their lives to pieces!