[Episode 31]
What is it?
Huh? I think we've met before.
Is this ?
Yes, but what brings you here?
I heard that you were claiming that your kimchi was made by Tae-gang?
What?
Yong-suk!
According to penal code line 314, if the spread of false information
adversely affects Tae-gang's public image or monetary loss,
we will pursue civil action for all damages incurred.
What are you talking about?
What's this?
False information? What are you talking about?
Why are you here?
What business do you have here?
Let go of her!
What's this? Who do you think you are?
I own this company.
And Ha-eun Yoo is an employee here.
Employee?
Not just any employee. She's the Kimchi-Master whom I've been seeking.
She is an essential person in our company.
Kimchi-Master.
If you have business to discuss, follow me outside.
I'm the one you have to talk to.
You actually believe that nonsense about Kimchi-Master and what-not?
Do you even know what kind of company this is?
They're a crooked company spreading false advertising!
Get out!
This was the reason you decided not to take any alimony from me?
You're the one he was seeking?
You believe that? Are you an idiot?
I said get out!
What are you doing with this gullible woman?
Now look here...!
Seeing how you shamelessly ripped off Tae-gang's name,
I could see how swindling one woman would be easy enough.
If this adversely affects Tae-gang's in any way, I'll be forced to press charges.
You, follow me!
I said you're close with the owner of Tae-gang...
I never specifically said you were the owner.
Get your things and follow me this instant!
You don't think I'm still your wife, do you? Get out of my face!
Get out?
Why didn't you accept my money?
You can live a comfortable life with that money!
Why are you making me worry about you?
Stop worrying about me and go take care of your wife.
You have no idea how savage this world is!
You'd be in trouble right now if it weren't for me!
What do I have to fear when I've faced the likes of you?
I don't fear anything anymore.
So are you going to continue to work here?
I am. And I'm going to do my best.
I'm going to succeed here!
Go ahead! Nobody's holding you back!
Just do it somewhere else!
Da-yool's the only thing we have in common now.
Leave if you don't have anything to say about her.
Ha-eun!
Make sure you bring her out on our appointed date.
Why would you say that?
I have nothing to do with the Tae-gang Group!
What do you mean? Chairman Park looks after you.
I just... people were writing us off because we're a start-up...
I wanted to tell them that we have heavy backers.
Don't ever do that again!
It wasn't even that bad.
He's a friend of my dead parents.
Whether he's a chairman or not, he's just a friend of my parents to me!
How many times do I have to tell you that I don't want to burden him!
You know I mean well for this company.
You don't think they'll really file civil charges, do you?
That stubbornness of his!
I mean, I didn't just make everything up, did I?
Yea, I knew that you would ruin things now or later!
Ha-neul!
What are you doing? Retract and pick up what you've told everyone!
Do you need a bag?
Are you alright?
Of course. He has nothing to do with me anymore.
I didn't see that side of him while I was married to him.
I never knew he was that disrespectful and belligerent.
I'm ashamed in front of you.
He was probably surprised to see you here, so he probably overreacted.
But what a coincidence... Out of all of the lawyers in this country...
I'm thinking about going to Tae-gang to apologize personally.
He won't return, so don't worry.
Are you worried that this occurred right before our grand opening?
I'm alright. Forget about it.
It's keeping me on my toes, at least.
Let's go inside. We might have to pull an all-nighter for our opening tomorrow.
Looking at the process of fermentation under the microscope...
We can see the rapid pro-biotic growth.
Want to take a look?
Yes.
I can see it!
Oh my! It's amazing! It's so amazing!
Right?
Yes.
And this. This is a sample of our cabbage.
When see look at this through the microscope...
It's really incredible!
Oh, we have to go!
We have to go to the mixing room now.
Should we go?
Yes.
Did you talk to them? What kind of people are they?
It's a small kimchi manufacturer, and they're not even officially open yet.
And they dare use our company's name? Did you meet with the owner?
I was stern with them and I think they got the point.
They won't bring up our name any longer.
Aren't you being too much of a gentleman? What if they do it again?
Reciting from the law books usually scares them off.
They won't bother us again.
I think I should make sure.
Don't go there!
Why are you yelling at me?
No... You have no idea how savage people are.
Why would you go there when you're nursing a child?
It's not the first time I've dealt with people like that.
Most people won't respond to the nice way you deal with people.
Your husband is a lawyer.
I approach things in terms of the law, not by force.
Don't worry and forget about it.
I guess my husband's a lawyer...
Did you know that you're really attractive when you're serious about business?
Let's go to Father.
I was going to report this to him, but might as well have you do it.
I didn't even do very much.
Wait a moment.
Is the Chairman available? I would like to meet with him.
Who? Tae-kyung Shin?
You should have let me know that you've progressed this far with your business.
There was probably much I could've helped you with.
There weren't any real hardships.
I'm proud of you. I look forward to it.
Thank you.
But, to be honest... I'm here to apologize to you.
It seems that an employee made a mistake while marketing our products.
A mistake? Is there some problem?
Well, it seems that people misconstrued that our kimchi was backed by Tae-gang.
My employee did not mean for that to happen.
I apologize for any inconvenience this will cause you.
I thought it was something serious.
Yea, so were you able to secure some ties after your marketing?
I apologize. I've already alerted our affiliates about the misinformation.
You're even more stubborn than I am.
Since this already occurred, why don't you let me help you now?
Actually, do you remember the taste of my mother's kimchi?
Your methods of rejecting my offers are getting more elaborate.
I'm sorry.
Of course I remember your mother's kimchi. It was exceptionally fresh.
Yes. I think I was able to recreate it.
I'm curious of your opinion. This is for you.
Alright then.
I'm sorry for the misunderstanding. It won't happen again.
Regardless, I'm happy we were able to sit down and talk again.
His guest is still there.
Do you know anything about that Tae-kyung Shin? What does he do?
I'm curious as well. I want to know what they're talking about.
Let's go on home.
We'll talk to him there.
Ha-eun, are you doing well?
I'm headed back now.
The packaging arrived today, want to wait for me?
I want you to check something with me.
Yes, I'll be there soon.
What, do you know him?
No. It's nothing.
Mother, we're home.
We're back, Mother.
You two are together.
Your father didn't mention that he'd be late... did you talk to him?
He was with an important guest. So we came home first.
An important guest?
Some guy name Tae-kyung Shin.
What?
He was there last time too.
I don't think he's from the industry, do you happen to know who he is?
Mother!
Do you know who Tae-kyung Shin is?
Yea. He's the son of your father's friend.
Really? Father had someone like that? Where's Da-yool?
She's in her room upstairs.
Let's go upstairs. She's probably waiting.
We'll be down momentarily, Mother.
Ha-eun, I have something to show you.
Do you see this? Right here?
Your name is printed right there! Ha-eun Yoo! Kimchi-Master Ha-eun Yoo.
Why is my name on here?
It's our very own seal of approval.
We handle everything from start to finish.
I plan to release a list of all of our affiliates and organic-approved vendors.
What do you think? Doesn't it make you want to work even harder?
The only time I was recognized was when I became my neighborhood president.
What are you going to do when we start selling our kimchi and become famous?
Should I give out signatures?
Sign... signature? You have a signature?
Of course. I practiced it in high school. I just never had a chance to use it.
Why? What are you looking for?
Here!
You really want me to sign this?
Of course! I want the very first signature.
Right here would be perfect.
Goodness! I was only kidding.
Here. Do it right here.
I'm nervous...
[Ha-eun Yoo]
I want to show this to Da-yool.
Can I take a couple of these?
I thought you didn't eat much for lunch. You need to eat your dinner.
The cooks have made some tasty dishes.
Let's go see what they've prepared.
Da-yool, does your stomach hurt?
No.
Then does your head hurt?
No, I'm not sick.
Then why aren't you hungry? Tell me.
I want to tell Dad only.
Really?
That's not how you should behave, Da-yool.
No, it's alright. I'll leave.
What's the matter? The lady is so good to you.
I want to smell Mom.
Da-yool.
I want to eat her food.
That lady is your mother too.
You're a good girl, so be good to her too.
She's not my Mom. I only have one Mom.
Why are you calling me?
Didn't you hear anything?
Didn't she tell you that I went to see her?
I remember when she was offering me presents, and now she ignores me?
I think I'm going to teach her a lesson!
Hello? Brother!
You hang up on me?
Don't hang up!
You don't think I can bum-rush into your office?
I told you that I need someone to do my chores.
Or else, I...
Brother! Brother!
So frustrating!
What is all of this kimchi?
It smells really good.
You can go now.
Yes Chairman. I'll see you tomorrow.
Alright.
Is this from your assistant?
Prepare some for dinner tonight. It's going to be a treat.
Have you returned, Father?
Yea.
Welcome back.
Alright now! Rascal!
I'm going to wash my hands.
Yes.
Da-yool, are you finished telling your secret to your father?
Secret? It wasn't anything serious.
Really?
The taste isn't overbearing and it's fresh.
This doesn't taste like commercial kimchi. Where did you get it?
I knew he'd pull it off.
What are you talking about?
Everyone, enjoy.
Here, Da-yool.
I don't want that.
No? Then how about this? Here!
She's not usually picky about food, she must still feel a bit unfamiliar.
Want some kimchi?
Yes.
Here!
This is Mom's kimchi, Dad!
Da-yool!
I want kimchi! I want more of Mom's kimchi!
Da-yool!
Leave her be. It's good that even a small child approves of it.
Tae-kyung made this with his very own home-grown cabbages.
Who? Did you say Tae-kyung?
Are you alright? What's the matter?
I'm sorry.
So the cabbage's name is Tae-kyung Shin?
Is it Tae-kyung Shin, or not?
It is. So what?
[Sincerely, Tae-kyung Shin]
Why are you so concerned with my wife?
You better not show up in front of me again.
I'm not giving you respect because I fear you.
I won't sit along the sidelines any longer.
This is all the rice-cakes that they've ordered for the grand opening?
Business is about generosity.
Don't you think they could've put in a bit more effort, Mother?
One hundred is more than enough for their employees and their guests.
What more do you expect?
Why do you think he hired Sis to be the Kimchi-Master?
Isn't that supposed to be a real important position?
I don't trust either the scope of the business nor his judgment of character.
Ouch!
Is that all you could say?
Can't you at the very least be more supportive?
Mom!
Your home! Are you busy preparing for the opening?
Look at this Mom.
It's finished? Goodness, this is incredible!
Mom! Mom!
Look right here! My name's right there. Do you see it?
Your name? Where?
Kimchi-Master Ha-eun Yoo?
I see it! Your name even comes before the owner's name!
Looking good!
Give it to me! Go get me my spectacles.
Goodness!
It's our seal of approval and it's supposed to motivate us.
You're coming up in the world! Your name's on there!
How can we possible throw this label away?
I'm going to clean it and then put it somewhere safe.
Why keep that smelly thing? Are you crying?
Cry? No, I'm just so happy.
Good work. Go inside and rest.
Here! Let's get back to work.
I'll help you. Where's the knife?
Don't worry! Go inside! Hurry! Go on inside!
I should pass some cakes around the neighborhood tomorrow.
Because you don't want to brag empty-handed?
When do we sleep? You want us to make more after this?
I'm full of energy now!
You don't even pay us over-time.
Let's work hard for the sake of our Kimchi-Master!
It's about Da-yool. Shouldn't she address me differently now?
I don't want her to call me ‘lady' in front of my parents.
What do you think?
Do you think I'm still your wife? Get out!
I have nothing more to fear now.
So are you going to continue to work here?
I am. And I'm going to do my best.
I'm going to succeed here!
Are you listening to me?
What are you thinking about?
What did you say?
You weren't very talkative this evening. What's the matter?
Sorry. I don't know why I'm so absentminded lately.
I think I'm getting used to this home.
I wonder why it's taking Da-yool so long?
She's not adjusting, and she keeps calling me ‘lady'.
Wait a bit longer. She's gotten much better than at first.
I think I should talk to her again tomorrow.
She tied my hair all lop-sided, so the grandma here fixed it for me.
Really? Did you like your hair?
Yea. The grandma's good at it. She tied it just how I like it.
I see. That's a relief.
Oh, I ate your kimchi tonight!
My kimchi?
Yea, did you send some here?
Mom?
Yea, Da-yool. So did you like the kimchi?
Yea, that's all I ate tonight. How many more nights until I see you again?
4 nights. Oh, did you know that I'm working at a company now?
Company? Like Dad?
Yea. I'll show you my company when we meet. There are a lot of cool things there.
Really? I want to go! I hope 4 nights pass quickly!
Tae-kyung's kimchi?
You liked it. So did Hyun-ji.
I thought you haven't completed the market research yet.
How can you bring it into our chain without considering the demand?
I'm confident, since even the child loved it.
If you rush things, it may backfire on both you and Tae-kyung.
Don't worry. I'm taking all precautions.
Which tie should I wear today?
You choose one you like.
Where are my wallet and my accessories?
Where did you leave them last night?
Are you saying that they're still in my jacket?
Probably, if you didn't take them out.
I'm going downstairs soon, why?
What happened to your kimchi vendor?
I think your father likes the kimchi last night.
I've already decided on my vendor!
Who's this Tae-kyung Shin?
Where did he come from all of a sudden?
You have to stop it. If he ends up causing problems, it'll all come back to you.
Of course I'll stop it. I should find out more about the company.
I'll look into it.
Please allow me, Mother.
You?
That would be great.
Find out any reasons we can use against him.
I hate people who think they can depend on father.
Yea, don't worry.
As you can see, without the proper ingredients...
Congratulations.
Thank you.
It's a great day today.
Thank you. Don't forget to sample our kimchi.
Of course.
Thank you very much!
How do you do?
Have you arrived?
Yes.
Ha-eun, meet Mi-young Kim from our laboratories.
She's the one who compiled the nutritional facts from our kimchi.
Oh, how do you do? Thank you for your help.
Yes, congratulations.
Thank you.
Please enjoy.
You've come? Was it hard bringing the cakes here?
I had my doubts, but this is the real deal! Congratulations.
Thank you for taking the time.
I'm not busy, I'm staying until the end.
There are lots to eat too...
Don't you have other deliveries? Don't you have to go?
Things will manage themselves. That's how the world is.
Haven't you ever thought that you may need me here?
What's so funny?
Dong-joon? What are you doing here?
Follow me. I need to talk to you.
It's our grand opening today.
Please leave if you don't have any emergencies.
Don't worry about him. Ignore him.
Follow me, if you don't want to ruin his grand opening.
Turn back!
Do you want me to crash this party? Do you think I won't?
Hey, Tae-kyung! What's he doing here?
Bro, take care of things here.
Hey, Tae-kyung!
You're insane! Do you think you can step all over me?
You're acting reckless.
Want to see more? I can show you more!
Leave this company. Then I won't return.
I don't care if you do or not.
What's so great about making kimchi?
Are you insane?
Stop your shenanigans! It's pointless!
What's the meaning of this?
Chairman!
[Subtitles provided by MBC]
We're going to make the best kimchi! Just watch us!
We'll do our best.
Do you know anyone at the Tae-gang Group?
Not me, but Tae-kyung.
You saw earlier, didn't you? The chairman stopped by.
The chairman of Tae-gang?
I think he's planning to meet with Tae-kyung.
I think they're signing the deal.
I'm going myself. Where's the location?
So what? Why can't I go?
He's my father-in-law!
That's great. Sounds amusing, doesn't it?
Could you tell me the location of the meeting?
I want to go with you this afternoon.
Ha-eun.
I want to go. I want to go with you.