[Episode 23]
I need a favor.
What?
Yuk Sonjung's sister is a friend of mine.
Yeah.
You're using a girl named Georgia for your new show?
How did you know?
Her mother runs Gallery Jo.
Really?
Sonji's mom and Georgia's dad grew up together.
The families got together,
and since Georgia got casted, it seems they're looking for a driver.
Could you suggest me?
Why would you be a driver?
Work for us. In PR or Design.
I can't paint, not yet anyway.
But showbiz is relatively simple-minded.
A year of busy work sounds good.
For experience.
Don't tell them about Sonji. Make it so they won't ask about me.
I don't want to be thought of as an orphan.
I just need a reference.
Just a few months then?
I'm interested in management, actually.
A friend of mine says his position is interesting.
And rewarding.
Which company?
A Japanese firm.
ANX, maybe?
I've heard of them.
But why be a driver?
It's better to start at the bottom.
It's good front-line experience,
and since she's my age, I could make a friend.
Hurry before they find someone.
Try it out, and if you like it, I'll help you set up your own company.
Thanks for the thought.
I'm relieved, though, that you're willing to do something.
Hyogyong and Junso...
I told her she'd see him again.
You still like chocolate?
With ice cream.
I'm sure some stores are still open, what do you say?
Later.
Okay.
Go on. I'll catch a cab.
This late?
I'm fine. I'll call one.
Don't.
You're tired.
Not really. I like driving.
Thanks to Junso, we're always smiling.
What color do you like?
Any pastels.
We're going to paper your room.
It's clean, there's no need. That's a waste.
So harsh. Get some rest.
It's annoying, huh? Pouters are a pain.
I admit I miss the old you.
But you're not a pain.
Would I be a pain if I had it rough?
I'll repay your kindness someday.
There's nothing to repay.
Other than with a smile or two.
Heater?
No.
How can I smile?
When my mom abandoned us for the good life?
Come in.
Did you drop her off?
She drove herself.
And?
You two seemed to get along.
Yes.
Tell us everything.
Plastic surgery is big business?
Oh, yes. Especially with the Chinese.
But people are finicky.
I don't mind.
Like my Nana used to say, 'We're all in this together.'
Are your clients the same?
Sure.
For example?
This lady built a 4-story in Samsong, housing on the top story.
Bathroom tiles, imported, installed by hand.
She said one seemed higher than the rest, had us do it all over.
- It wasn't. - Wow.
Hardwood floors in the living room.
For half the day she was checking for a 1mm difference in height.
Amazing.
That's people for you.
You work weekends?
When we're busy.
What do you do to relax?
The usual.
Check locations, doodle new designs, meet friends.
I don't have too many friends yet.
I'll be your friend.
She's so crushing on you.
And?
Well, I don't dislike her.
Date her. She's perfect.
And gorgeous.
Prettier than me?
A different look.
How?
I'll file a moving-in notification with your address.
Okay. You're moving in with us anyway.
Don't get out.
Tomorrow?
The temple. For my brother.
Alone?
With Hyogyong.
We always remember our first impressions.
Mine is of you at age two.
Remember riding piggy-back?
You were forever begging for rides.
If you ever need my back, tell me.
Cry if you like.
Let it all out.
I won't cry anymore.
Remember we're here for you.
Even the sky cries sometimes.
Sometimes a gentle drizzle.
Sometimes a pouring rain.
Or a typhoon, but it passes.
I'm fine.
We'll find a place for Hyogyong.
You move in with us.
I have Yongjun's severance and some savings.
I can find a place.
Go.
I'll walk you in.
Night, then.
Even if you don't have an appetite, eat a little.
Okay.
Why not dress traditional every day?
You try it, see how you like it.
Women used to wear them all the time.
That was then.
Listen.
Never mind.
Never mind what?
I wouldn't mind an old-timey show.
Old-timey...? That's not me.
It's just, you know, on TV and such the ladies do this elegant little tease.
Courtesans, maybe.
In this day and age?
TV and such... Let's see, ah, 'Courtesan House.'
All gone now.
Room salons?
A respectable man like me asking for a courtesan show?
Why not? Men do it all the time.
Not me.
I prefer my shows at home.
Pssh, lip service.
When have I ever?
Well?
Like my mother says,
'A man steps out the door, he's already someone else's.'
Not me.
Prove it.
How? In blood?
My wife giving me a little show, now that I'd like to see.
Like you care. I've been replaced by youth.
Who?
Junso.
Ah.
Not so much as a glance when you came home.
You rushed in to see Junso.
Speak for yourself. You didn't see me off to work properly.
The baby was whining. I had no choice.
A show, okay?
Whatever.
Whatever what?
We'll see.
What more can I do? I'm Mr. Faithful.
Speaking informally to me?
You've got a lot of nerve.
Oh yeah. Tons.
Stop, stop... Oh, my...
The man is the sky, the woman?
Breath. You can't live without it.
Who cares if you're two years older? I'm the head.
Yes, the head... Oh my...
Are you sleeping?
Yes!
What's wrong?
You're fighting?
You hit him?
No.
You kidding? She packs a wallop.
Something's going on.
We were joking around and bumped heads.
Joking around at your age?
Go away.
How bad is it?
It's all for show, a show.
Did you have a nice time with your guests?
Oh, if you're hungry you should eat something.
I'm not hungry.
He's crying.
Wait... Wait...!
Good morning.
It's past nine.
I'm a kid at heart, the way I sleep in.
And why not?
Can you find out about someone by his address?
Like what?
Jia's Prince Charming. I don't want to lose him.
Is he that great?
I really like him.
You can find out through an errand service but it's risky.
The wondering is killing me.
I feel like everyone's got their eye on him.
If he wanted to, he could find a bride in a flash.
If it's meant to be, well...
Hyogyong.
Shouldn't you stay in?
You might catch something.
What if I do? I missed his funeral.
I'm worthless.
Ready?
Yes.
You make fiddleheads?
No.
Why?
There are too many dishes as it is.
But you need fiddleheads.
There's no meat either.
We don't 'settle-for' in this house.
No fiddleheads or meat, what good is that?
I'm famished.
Call the others.
Dad, Nadan.
You sure you quit smoking?
Why would I lie?
I'm a doctor.
Yesterday the artist told me a good one.
Wives sniff to see if their husbands really quit.
So they use chopsticks to smoke.
Like this?
No. Like this.
See?
They also use disposable gloves like we use for cooking.
Or they cut off the fingers of rubber gloves and keep them in their pockets.
I had no idea.
Me neither.
Good thinking. That's Korean innovation for you.
The studio.
Hello.
It's Lee Bansok.
Yes, hello.
Can you come in today?
Sure.
The producer wants an advance meeting.
What time?
Three.
I'll be there.
Great.
They want you to come in?
Yes.
What's your pay?
I didn't ask.
You should've asked that first.
When you first get paid you're supposed to treat your parents and siblings.
Who says?
Koreans.
Siblings no, parents yes.
You didn't rear her.
At the most it'll only be a couple hundred.
Either way, you should do that. Okay?
Fine.
You'll get indigestion.
Father.
Coffee? I'll get some.
No.
Try this on.
What is that?
Tusher-pusher.
To wear?
Yep.
For men?
For men.
With a t-shirt and jeans.
State of the art. Takes 10 years off you.
Give it a try. I'll get your jeans.
It's ridiculous.
You can't even tell.
Dad's jeans?
He wants his jeans?
Yes.
Whatever for? That's for younger men.
Older men wear them in America.
Where are they?
It's been forever.
- Junso, cootchy-coo. - It's your uncle.
That's me.
- Father. - Hey!
Lock the door.
Why?
I don't want your mother to know.
Why is this locked?
Dad is changing.
Am I a stranger?
Hold on.
Comfortable?
Can people tell if they touch?
Who would touch it?
Your mother.
She can know.
Nice, huh? Like in your forties.
Wear it when you play golf.
A saggy tush doesn't mean you have to wear saggy pants.
Yeah, it doesn't look good on men either.
It's the worst!
Women want a pert bust-line.
For men, it's the tush.
Go downstairs.
Stand tall.
It's nice out. You should go for a walk.
So how does he look?
I must say the jeans make you look younger.
- Right? - Yeah.
Mom, he's getting younger every day.
What are you up to now?
Judging from his tush, he's still got it.
A tush is for a little girl.
But Dad? 'Sexy guy.'
Gray?
Not gray, 'guy.' A man, a dude.
Put your jeans on, too. Go for the couple-look.
No thanks.
Why? Not confident?
No. Just old.
Look at him. He's a new man.
Yep.
Hyogyong.
Whatever you're having.
Two rib stews.
Yes, miss.
Hyogyong.
There's no turning back from reality.
Let's just accept it.
Other people lose their families.
I just wish time would pass.
It will soon enough.
Yaya, you'll stay with us?
With me and Junso?
I can't offer much.
All the same.
Of course.
What?
He looks like Sonjung.
Pardon me, my mistake.
Someone else.
Sonji's family's been a lot of help.
I know.
They even made us seaweed soup.
That's it?
Persimmons?
No thanks.
Grapes are better for the digestion.
It's not good to eat just one fruit.
An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
Or so they say.
Seriously?
What?
Lightning strike.
What's that mean?
It just means getting trashed.
Then you end up in the weirdest places, right?
Yep.
That kind of life takes its toll.
That's the one thing I like about you. You're Mr. Pure.
I'm...
I know we're eating, but I have to say, even my poop is clean.
Ugh.
Am I right?
He's right. Like father like son. It's so true.
What?
Nothing.
Try it.
Good?
Let's go.
You go.
Why?
An old granny in jeans, pathetic.
You're no granny.
Am so.
Don't think like that.
I'm too old for that.
The whole idea is stressful.
Muom said...
Men get over things mighty quick.
Maybe when we were younger.
You just want a young wife.
Forget a walk. You'd even hike the Himalayans.
You and your firm tush.
Oh, hush.
It's a fake.
Muom's idea.
What is?
I swear.
The two of you.
That's Korean innovation for you.
Who thought of this?
You try it.
So cool.
Sooo cool.
Marriage, outlook, include those questions.
Any thoughts?
Yes.
Think about your answers.
Okay.
A layered personality? Or simple?
Simple.
Any talents?
Not really.
Socrates said it best. Know thyself.
Do you know yourself?
Sure.
And?
I have a positive outlook.
An optimist?
Yes.
Not so bland.
Details. Examples.
Strong inside, soft outside?
Give it thought.
'Kay.
Plans tonight?
No.
Let's get something.
Where shall we go?
Cucina.
Anything you like.
Okay.
He's finally into me.
I knew it.
A la carte. Angel hair pasta.
You dieting?
I'm not a big eater.
Starvation by habit?
We should call Muom.
Up to him...
[Subtitles provided by MBC Translated by D. Bannon]
Where will we go? We have to move next month.
I'll live with the Jangs.
You go to the studio. I'll talk to Sonji.
You live in Socho?
Yes.
Would you like to come in?