[Episode 12]
You have some business with Hyun-ji?
Do you know Dong-joon Im?
That man... is my husband.
What do you mean?
Get out! What do you think you're doing here?
Mother, go inside. Don't deal with that woman!
We've been married for 10 years, and we have a 7 year old daughter.
What is the meaning of this?
I said go inside!
I came because you don't seem aware of what your daughter is doing to my family!
Follow me outside.
Let go of me! I'm not finished yet.
Let's talk outside.
Hold on a second!
Are you saying that the lawyer, Dong-joon Im, is your husband?
Yes.
Where's Mom?
Mom? She's not in the kitchen?
She's not there. She's not in the bathroom either.
Your daughter isn't normal right now.
Look here!
Is she normal when she's threatening, out of the blue, to take my husband away?
Wait a moment! Dong-joon Im told us that he wasn't married.
You heard it too.
There's nothing wrong with our family. We were living fine.
Are you saying that he lied to us?
No, this is your daughter's fault.
Can you stop this already?
You were fooled by your daughter, not by my husband!
The day you invited my husband here, your daughter invited me too on purpose.
Get out of here now!
And the person who sent me a marriage certificate in Hyun-ji Park's name is her.
What is this?
Hyun-ji.
She's been interfering with me, my husband, and now my daughter!
But you don't seem to know what's going on!
A distinguished household like yours wouldn't allow something like this, right?
I believe that you'll take good care of this.
Hello.
Where are you? Where did you go so early in the morning?
Huh? Where are you?
Don't leave for work, and wait for me.
When did you know? Did you know the truth from the start?
It's exactly like you heard.
Why you...!
What's your reason for bringing a married man into this home?
How can you introduce him to your father?
I told you that I want him!
You call that an excuse?
You want to bring home a man with a child?
He can get a divorce!
No, I won't allow it!
Mother!
What if your father found out about this? End this immediately.
I won't do it!
How can my daughter do this to other people?
Do you have any idea how vicious your actions are right now?
Mother.
What's the matter with Mr. Im?
Knowing everything, he's followed you this far?
He's in love with me, that's why.
What kind of irresponsible excuse is that?
Does love give permission for everything?
Stop talking about him like that!
Enough! Don't ever bring him up in front of me ever again!
Where are you coming from, Mom?
Let's go. Your bus is probably waiting.
Where did you go in the morning? We didn't even have breakfast properly.
You go inside. Wait until I get back.
What's the matter? Mom, are you mad?
Let's go.
How can you be late every single day!
All we need to do is eat a bit earlier.
You have to learn to put down your spoon!
You're late every day!
Let's go, Hoon. I have to go out as well.
Where are you going so early?
I need to check out our salt supply.
Salt?
It's been three years. I heard it's ready, so I'm going to bring some back.
Has it been three years already?
I thought three years would take forever, but time flies, doesn't it?
I hope it developed its sweetness.
Dad, why would salt taste sweet instead of salty?
About that... Once you drain out all of the bittern...
Why are you listening in instead of getting ready for school? Get going!
Oh right! School!
I'll be back.
Alright. Be careful with the salt. It's all money to us.
Don't worry. I won't drop a single grain.
Okay!
- Yea. - Be careful.
- You study hard! - Let's go.
Why can't you stop once you start eating?
How are you?
Hello...
Uncle, aren't we going?
Yea, let's go.
Why you...! Who gave you permission to stay out overnight?
Work? Why can't you work all night at home?
Be quiet, and get back here!
I think you deserve a stern lecture from your brother...
What are you doing?
Can't you see that I'm talking with my sister?
You told me that you wouldn't meet her again!
How crazy do you have to be to take Da-yool along to meet her?
And you're her father?
Even a wild beast wouldn't do something like that in front of their child!
Honey!
Why don't you tell me that she suddenly showed up?
Tell me that she suddenly appeared while you were riding bikes.
It wasn't your fault, was it?
Did she threaten to kill herself if she didn't get to eat with Da-yool?
Why won't you say anything? You're good at lying. It's your specialty, isn't it?
Say something already!
Sorry.
Sorry about what?
Give me some time. To be honest, I don't know what's going on.
What is it you don't get? Cut your ties with her.
So I'm asking for time! If I were to make her understand...
You don't have to worry about that. I've taken care of that side.
I'm coming from their house.
Their house?
The house of the chairman of the Tae-gang Group.
They were struck speechless.
They've agreed to end this. So whatever you're planning, end this now.
Honey!
Stop this while I'm willing to forgive you.
Tie all loose ends, and end this now! Understand!
The lawyer is meeting with a client. He's running late.
Don't put on that face.
It would have been better if you divorced before my mother found out,
But it doesn't matter.
Things are a bit out of order, that's all.
Do you think your father will sit still?
He doesn't know yet.
It's only a matter of time before the chairman finds out about this.
So hurry up and divorce her.
Whether I divorce or not, it won't matter to him.
Don't you see? He'll realize that I lied to him.
So what? Are you giving up?
I'll have to meet with him.
I'll meet him and tell him the truth.
No! Do you think he'll forgive you? Do you know what he's like?
It's okay if he finds out after our wedding.
Not before then.
Madam has arrived, Director.
Mother?
You were here?
I'm sorry.
Go on ahead. I'll talk to my mother.
I'm coming from your office.
Mother!
Sit down. I'd like to talk with both of you present.
I'm sorry for disappointing you.
Never mind that.
Mother!
End it with Hyun-ji now. And wrap things up with the chairman.
Mother!
How dare you underestimate the Tae-gang Group!
No, that's not it! It's nothing like that!
You're quite shameless, aren't you?
How can you do this when you have a wife and child?
I can't begin to understand what your intentions were.
I did it. I did it all! Dong-joon didn't do anything.
No, that's not true. This is my fault.
I should have told the truth from the start.
It wouldn't have changed anything.
When we met at the J Hotel, you told me that you'd do what's best for Hyun-ji.
End it with Hyun-ji. That's the best thing for her.
Mother!
If you don't want to end your career, don't step foot into Tae-gang ever again!
It's my life. Why are you interfering, Mother!
Don't you know the answer to that? I'm going to your father next.
I can't handle this myself.
Do it, if you don't want to see me ever again.
I'll disappear from your sight.
Hyun-ji!
I can't give him up! I won't!
Take care.
Yes, goodbye.
The Seoul prosecutor's office? Addressed to Ji-eun?
What is this? A three thousand dollar fine?
Hold the bottle upright. It's leaking sideways.
My poor baby!
Why would you say that while feeding her?
Other mothers breastfeed just fine, but she's not getting any.
So we're giving her formula!
You're killing me.
How do you expect me to afford diapers on top of formula?
This is your fault! You wasted all our money!
You can't talk to your husband that way!
Be a proper husband then!
Mother, listen to this woman!
She has no respect for her husband!
What is this fine of $3,000?
Where did you get that?
Why would the prosecutor's office fine you?
About that...
It's a mistake, an error! I didn't do anything!
Then can I rip it up?
No! We have to pay that, Mother.
Why you...!
We couldn't tell you yet, but...
What is it this time?
So this woman...
Ye-seul's father!
She had an accident after drinking and driving.
I said be quiet!
Drunk driving? But she's been pregnant the last couple of months!
It happened the day before Ye-seul's birth.
She got angry when she found out I failed in China.
Why you...! Be quiet!
Are you alright, Mother?
There's no end to this.
How can you do such a thing as a mother?
What kind of mother drinks while she is pregnant?
Don't say such horrible things!
So you know it's horrible, yet you drink and drive?
What if you were involved in a big accident?
I wasn't! I'm perfectly fine!
Give it to me. I'll take care of it.
The fine is not the problem!
How did I raise someone like you? How did you come from me?
Please relax, Mother. This is my fault.
I made Ji-eun that way. Please scold me.
I knew I felt uneasy when I set aside exactly $3,000 for you!
I told you to go to the store. Why did you let her get the mail?
How would I know that it would arrive today?
Mom.
Yea, when did you get here?
Mom, is something the matter? What's with the long face?
Did you ask me to look after Da-yool because of Ji-eun's car accident?
About that... I didn't want you to worry...
Forget it. What could I say to you now? She's the problem.
Did you go with your husband that day?
Yes.
Don't feel too bad. It's a relief things weren't worse.
I'm so ashamed in front of your husband.
Why would you be? If she's my sister, she's his sister too.
He can at least do that much for her!
If it were once or twice, I wouldn't worry.
He's the first one everyone looks for when something happens.
I could imagine what he must feel inside.
Did you have something to talk about?
It looks like Ji-eun has settled in.
And Dong-joon's sister should be fine on her own now...
Can Dong-joon, Da-yool, and I go someplace far away to live?
What are you talking about?
Is something the matter at his work?
No, nothing like that.
Then why all of a sudden?
I want to live someplace away from everyone.
Did your husband suggest that?
No, it's my idea.
At the rate we bother you... I don't blame you.
I don't want you to feel bad.
It's just that... it's just an idea.
I know. But don't say things like that.
The thought of it frightens me.
How are you?
Yes, how do you do?
Could you take a look at this for me?
I'm coming back from my salt supply.
This salt, could you tell me how it tastes?
What?
Isn't it pretty?
Yes, it is...
Taste it.
I don't know the difference....
I kept eating some on the way, so my taste buds are confused.
I don't know what to look for...
Put it in your mouth, and tell me your impression of the taste. Here!
It's sweet.
That's amazing. The taste disperses in your mouth and is very refreshing.
Really?
It's salt, but it doesn't taste salty.
Truly?
Yes.
That's it!
It took me three years to perfect this!
You've told me exactly what I wanted to hear. Thank you.
Thank you very much!
We're all set now.
It's going to be alright.
The salt is a success.
Take some of this salt.
Try some more, and tell me how it tastes. Thank you!
Yes...
Could you help Hoon with his math twice a week?
You handle the finances around here.
So you must be good at math.
I've already refused!
I'll make it worth your while.
How about 6 o'clock, after work? Just for a little while. That's not too hard.
I get off when the boss gets off.
We're always ending at 8 or 9 o'clock, so when can I help with math?
I don't have the time.
Why do you work so hard when no one recognizes you for it?
I brought the salt!
Mr. Shin! You have a satisfied expression on your face.
I've been told that it's sweet.
It disperses in your mouth to create a refreshing taste, it seems.
It's not salty at all.
Who said that? Somebody tasted our salt before us?
Our next-door...
The head honcho?
Her palate is very accurate!
I was so surprised. How did she come up with such a perfect description?
So now she's Jang Geum? Dae Jang-geum?
Try some too, won't you?
Yea.
Ha-neul, you too.
End it with Hyun-ji. That's the best thing for her.
If you don't want to end your career, don't step foot into Tae-gang ever again!
Yes. This is Dong-joon Im.
It's me. I'm headed to your office now.
Yea. Come by. Let's talk. I'll wait for you outside.
Did you call for me, Director?
It's not much.
I'd like you to inform me five minutes before the Chairman arrives at home.
Yes, I understand.
What's wrong with my brother? Was I out all night partying?
What's with the attitude?
Did you rub him the wrong way?
Of course you did, he wouldn't act that way for no reason.
People get into fights now and then.
Be more understanding.
Did you two fight?
Huh?
Because I ate fried foods?
It's not that.
What's this about?
It's nothing. Go on and eat.
Where are you going all of a sudden?
I'm not hungry.
I want to see where your brother is right now...
What. So did you eat something you weren't supposed to?
You don't have to know, Auntie.
Why you little squirt!
Reflected!
Yes. May I speak with the lawyer? This is his home.
He left moments ago. He's gone for the day.
Really? Yes, I understand.
Go on inside.
Just a bit longer.
Huh? Wait.
He's five minutes away, Director.
Sorry to have you come all the way here.
I was so tired, I couldn't drive.
I feel better sending you home myself.
Forget what my mother told you today. You're not dwelling on that, are you?
And you, are you okay with this?
The Chairman probably knows by now, can you handle him alone?
I know my mother. I know how to keep her quiet.
I'm not sure if I should stay put.
I think I should approach the chairman myself.
And tell him what? Now's not the time.
Leave this to me, and you focus on your divorce.
If you don't divorce, we can't get married.
I know. I've made up my mind.
Thanks, Dong-joon.
It's me.
Go on inside. You don't look so well.
I'm falling for you more and more.
Me too. Me too, Hyun-ji.
What are you doing in front of my home?
Chairman!
What do you think you're doing?
Father!
What did I just witness?
I'm sorry!
It's exactly what you saw.
What?
This is our relationship, Father. We've agreed to get married.
Why you... Follow me this instant!
Hyun-ji.
Don't worry. I'll call you. It'll be alright.
I told you that I want to marry him!
What more do you want to hear?
What is the matter with you?
Why can't I marry the man that I like? What's the problem?
He was the lawyer handling your divorce!
What of it?
He's seen everything about your life!
Do you think you could live with someone like that?
Father!
He's witnessed your shame. There's no doubt he has other motives!
Why do you only see it your way? He's not like that!
I don't want to hear anymore! Go upstairs.
You told me that you like him.
Isn't that why you called him personally for work?
I'm telling you that you're not his only goal!
No man in this country would take only me!
How would they ignore Tae-gang at my back?
You're the one who created this reality for me.
If you don't like it, get out! I won't accept someone like him.
Please don't overreact...
Hyun-ji, go upstairs.
Honey, you too. We'll talk about this later.
There's nothing more to talk about.
I'll let you know when we determine an engagement date.
Why you...!
Why did you bring him all the way here?
What were you thinking?
This was my only option, wasn't it?
You did this on purpose?
You were going to tell him that he's a married man!
Then it would be over for the both of us!
You did this to silence me? Answer me!
I did! How can I let Father find out?
I'm going to tell him.
Mother!
You're his child.
Time will heal any rifts between the two of you.
Your life is different!
I won't let you go through with this.
Mother, please!
Please wake up! That person has a family!
Please, I'm begging you. Let me marry him.
Don't tell Father until then!
Or else, I don't know what I'll do to myself.
Do what! What would you do?
The thing you fear most! I'll do it!
The firm told me that you left at 8 o'clock. Where are you coming from?
I had business.
What business?
What business was it?
I met with Hyun-ji.
Who?
Did you just say Hyun-ji Park?
You're casually telling me that you've met with Hyun-ji today?
I don't want to lie to you.
Am I your older sister? Your younger sister?
How dare you boldly declare that you're seeing another woman?
I want to be honest with you. I don't want to lie.
So you're going to just blatantly meet her now?
Can I?
What?
Can I really?
[Subtitles provided by MBC]
I'm saved, Bro!
You got it? You did?
Yea! All we need now is the right person!
We can start as early as tomorrow.
What are you doing?
You're next. Not the shoe.
If you disappear, we wouldn't have a problem.
Stop tempting my husband!
Does it make you feel better to think I'm tempting him?
Shut your mouth!
Take care of the legal paperwork, and continue to live as my wife!
I will never go along with that!
If you keep this up, it's over between us!
What? Over?