It's over a million. More like 2 million.
2 million? That's like winning the lottery.
Is our company paying that?
Hurry up. Aren't we going for a drink?
If it's our company, Kang-yi will take care of it.
Me? No thank you.
I'm afraid of fires. Always be careful of fires.
Even fires that died.
Start with a Spark
Thank you. Bye.
My name is Kong Chul-Soo.
I'm called Kong Chul-Soo.
I'm called Kong Chul-Soo. Nice to meet you.
How did it go?
On what grounds are they accusing us when they committed fraud?
Don't worry. I prepared a report that is over a hundred pages.
Yes. I'll be back after I submit this.
It's so loud.
Wake up! You're going to be late!
Take the initiative.
How can you suddenly stop your car like that?
You should have placed some distance.
Didn't you see the light change?
Your car’s a tin can.
Are you okay?
Huh? Uh, I'm fine.
Not a scratch on yours since it's good.
I think you need to change your radiator.
Seems like you're hurt. Shouldn't you go to the hospital?
Be careful when you drive. Looks like a new car.
Just in case, let's exchange our number.
Sure. I don't have a business card yet.
Should I input it for you? Thanks
A new employee is coming to receive training.
Whatever it takes, we have to make him stay.
Of course. We held up for 5 years without anyone new.
I don't think he'll last for 3 days.
Looking at his picture, he's a dandy.
Hobby is cleaning and specialty is cooking.
The results are clear.
Want to bet on it? Here you go again.
If he holds up and joins… I'll give you $10.
No way.
$20. Nope.
Then how much?
You're crazy.
Fine. If I'm right, you're paying me $50.
The papers don't lie.
Okay. Always ruins everything.
Anyways, look good and treat him well, okay?
Don't worry. This one’s staying.
What did you say?
What’s insurance?
If there's an accident, aren't you supposed to pay, you bastard!
Uh, sir. Please release me first...
Special investigation unit? Why you bastard!
An insurance investigation is... let go of me!
You better wire the money into my account.
It's so dirty.
After you eat please put that in the trash.
Sure. This place is like a pig sty.
Even $5 ones give nothing.
It’s you, right? The new guy!
You're here?
Your desk is here.
The new guy’s here?
You're in the middle of training?
Yes...
Where did you go for training?
Planning, sales, general affairs, and accounting.
This is your last?
Yes.
An introvert like you will end up joining accounting.
Did the two of you fight?
What are you doing?
This.
Ow. It's still bleeding.
My god.
Agent Ju may be like this but...
she was a successful nurse at a university hospital.
What do you mean I’m like this?
As a former nurse, a current office worker,
and as a woman, you look miserable!
Miss Jung, why don't you worry about yourself?
You're not even a racing girl.
What's wrong? She looks good.
Miss Jung, your hips looked especially voluptous today.
As expected by Chan-ho Park.
I wore a new strapless hip-up girdle today.
No wonder!
You like voluptous things? You like them?
Are you done?
Wait.
Done.
Welcome. I'm Ju Kang-yi.
Hi.
I'm Kong Chul-soo. Please train me well.
Our special investigation unit is the essence of insurance.
No way. Sales is the essence of insurance.
Alright. We are the root.
The root has to be strong...
But the root only has 4 people.
A few good people.
One is worth a hundred, right?
That’s right.
A hundred reports a day is the norm.
Anyways your training is a week. Get along well.
Kang-yi, are you going to the scene of fire?
Yes.
It was on the 9 o'clock news and the insurance is $2 million.
I think this would be a good experience for the new guy.
Why don't you take him along?
Him? Come on, Mr. Bae.
It's presumed to be arson so it'll be easy. Take him along.
You should have an apprentice. He came to learn.
Then I...
You?
Well we have a new guy and I can help...
I don't have a car. It's at the bodyshop.
You have a car?
Huh?
- Don't touch that. It looks broken.
Hey... Isn't that a homeless man?
You’re right. You'll be seeing him often.
Share that. It's good.
How much is this?
Seems like you have a new friend.
He's the new guy at our company.
Looks like a neat freak.
He's not like us.
But your ties with him will last long.
You sure? Alright, I made $50.
$50? Then give me $10.
Sure.
So the fire broke out in three places...
Mr. Yang has more than a million dollars in debt…
and his factory went through tough times.
The $2 million insurance will take care of it.
Looks like a new car. The estimate must have been high.
The insurance will take care of it.
Forget about it.
Drive with that "man" and your car will soon be a jalopy.
My god!
What do you mean by that "man"? I'm your oppa.
You’re not my oppa.
I'm older than you. Plus I joined the company 2 years earlier.
Did you call me "you"? I'm your superior. I'm an agent!
Agent? Oh, you mean proxy driver? $10 to go around Seoul?
Hello? That won’t be much.
I got in a car accident with you this morning.
I'm at the hospital because I don't feel so good.
Ho-hospital?
I am. Got a problem?
You must be proud being a clerk. Hello? Hello?
Are you my wife to care about my promotion?
I can't hear you. Can you speak louder?
Don’t label anyone as your wife. Why am I your wife?
Aren't you going in?
Well...
He's known for not taking risks.
When he was young, he peed in his pants after playing with fire.
He's also lazy.
What do you mean?
You investigate the scene and I investigate the surroundings, right?
That's how it is.
Do well. Go for it!
I was trying to preserve the scene...
Do you think you can finish your training by being a neat freak?
But what are we investigating?
We have to know if it was accidental or deliberate...
to give them the insurance or not.
Look here.
- The 3 machines are burnt. - I see.
But the fabrics in the middle did not burn much.
It means the fire started from these three and spread into that storage area.
The fire started from three places.
Was it deliberate if it started from three places?
There's a high chance.
Someone deliberately started a fire in different places.
There’s no insurance if it's deliberate?
No, if that was their intention.
Then it should be good for the company...
if it's deliberate because the money is not given.
You got soot there.
Huh? Where?
Where?
How much? - 50 cents.
Wow, they still sell these?
Firecrackers?
It's a bit dangerous but the kids here look for them.
Can't this start a fire?
That can't start a fire.
Even this CAN start a fire if the condition is right.
Stop talking about fires.
Didn't you see the factory over there?
I can't believe Mr. Yang.
Even though he's having a hard time, how can he set his workplace on fire?
He did that?
There’s already a rumor about it.
How much is this?
What is this?
Why are you doing that? Stop it.
- What's with your style? - Stop it!
Now it's firecrackers?
This is fun.
We checked all three points and strangely the electrical wires were clean.
That will rule out a short circuit.
Then for now… - Let's go meet the client.
He may be the arsonist.
Hey, the gas valve here is open...
You took out an insurance policy from several places...
including us on the same day.
If this was an accident you’ll get the money but...
since it’s presumed to be deliberate...
The police and the insurance company all suspect me.
That doesn't mean you should be drinking.
At times like these, you should be focused.
Will I not be accused and receive my money if I’m focused?
We need information if you're going to be paid or not.
You haven't said a word.
Didn't your factory catch fire a few months back?
The damage was light but you did get the money.
Are you saying I did this for the money?
- That's not what I meant. - That’s right.
Didn't you do it for the money?
Yeah, it was for the money.
That’s why I got insured at several places. What are you going to do?
- Then we can't give you the money. - Don't!
The police will say it was deliberate and...
you guys don't want to give the money anyways.
Are you going to keep this up? How many times do I have to tell you?
He got hit hard inside.
I don't know if he's pricked by something or if he's telling the truth.
If I come with Park Chan-ho again, I'm no longer Ju Kang-yi but a puppy.
You bark too much.
What?
I don't think it was him. His eyes showed it.
You got tricked many times by those eyes.
What's with you?
You're completely frozen.
This is not your run of the mill work.
- Just don't be like this apprentice. What...
Hello?
I'm afraid the after effects are severe than I thought.
I was told to be hospitalized after the examination.
That's why hurry and come. This is killing me.
But you were fine this morning. Where exactly are you hurt?
F-fax number?
Mr. Bae, Mr. Yeo!
7 weeks for full recovery?
7 weeks would be punches, kicks, and getting hit with a steel pipe.
This is almost gang-level work.
As expected from the former chief investigator.
He'll be indicted without detention with a $3,000 fine.
If taken to court...
he has to pay $30,000 for compensation according to Article 750 of the Civil Code.
As expected from a graduate of law school.
What's the use? He failed the bar seven times. Or was it eight?
Seven or eight, it doesn't matter.
What's the use if YOU were the chief investigator?
There are rumors that you never caught a felon.
- Why you! - Then what do we do?
What? What If he joins our team?
Over there?
What are you doing?
Sir, please...
Mr. Yang gives food, gives house.
He is family. Factory burns.
No more family. It is sad.
We run the machines all day long.
But the center machine gave us some trouble.
It would shutdown from heating up.
That day he shouted at Mr. Yang and asked for an advance payment.
He's in charge of the storage room, Kim Jin-chul.
Mr. Yang married late in life.
He jumped into the clothing business and failed.
I think his wife used to do design.
There's a big age gap but she was filled with vanity.
Don't thoughtlessly kick a used briquet.
Have you ever been passionate to someone at least once?
But where are we going?
We're going to find out about the gas. You said the valve was open.
Then you heard me?
Hey, I'm tired. Don't make me talk.
Um, is Mr. Yang...
He just stepped out…
He's frustrated and on his nerves.
Do you have children?
This is our child.
I heard you closed the factory with your husband before coming home.
Yes.
I was waiting at home but I went to take Butterfly on a walk.
Around what time did you leave?
It was almost twelve.
Why do you ask?
I heard from the other employees that you fought with Mr. Yang…
and went home early?
Where did you go and what did you do?
Why you! Who are you suspecting?
I drank with my friend who came from Seoul. So?
Then your friend is now...
He went back to Seoul.
You're in charge of the storage room?
Yes.
Did you shut off the gas before you left?
Wh-what?
I'm sorry.
I'm sorry. That's not what I meant...
Everyone suspects us and the police say…
the time we left and the time the fire started matched.
Please... Please help us.
Then our employees and my husband can work again.
Please... I beg you.
May I use the bathroom?
The bathroom is over there.
Ow!
Butterfly! Why were you in here?
Weren't all of these at the factory? It looks like silk.
You knew about the fire so you hid the expensive fabrics in advance?
Wh-what do you mean hide?
A hit and run? I can't believe this.
I already told you. I can't check the fax because I'm outside.
You think I'm here because I have nothing to do?
I can't work right now and am under the care of the hospital!
I said I'm going after work. How many times do I have to tell you?
How many times am I telling you? I shut off the gas before leaving.
Of course. How can you forget when you do it everyday?
I think Mr. Yang is a good man. I hope he gets the insurance money.
Thank you for your time.
That's strange.
The fire was in 3 places.
Propane gas?
You scared me.
Do you want it?
You know Mr. Yang's wife?
Going to the factory that day and...
moving the expensive fabrics in advance...
Mr. Kim was missing a finger.
What? Why?
I don't know. How can I ask that?
Mr. Kim is in charge of the storage room, right?
Maybe Mr. Yang's wife and Mr. Kim...
… were conspiring together?
Maybe.
What seems suspicious to you?
Huh? Well, uh, you know...
What do you know? Your phone always rang when it was important.
Do you have a lighter?
Now I'm relieved. I had bad luck all day because of this.
Wait a minute.
What?
The electrical wires were clean?
The factory?
We’re writing a thesis on the National Textile Industry.
We would like to receive your help...
I won’t be much of a help, but please follow me.
Okay.
What are you doing?
Give me the lighter.
I heard you peed after playing with fire.
I need to go pee.
Hello? -Kang-yi, it's me.
Remember I said I know someone at NISI?
He’s in the fire identification team and said to come by whenever I…
Kang-yi, it's me.
Don't think of resolving this scientifically.
For now just trust the documents. Let me know if you need a precedent.
One of my friends is a lawyer specializing in fire. He’s in Seocho-dong....
Is the new guy with you? He's 7 weeks for full recovery.
I'll give you the details when you come. Anyways be careful of that guy.
There's a welcoming party today. We're leaving first!
Wait, give that to me. Kang-yi...
How's this?
Lately I'm selling this online. 2 for $20 to wives of businessmen.
Wow, you're cooperating with the NISI?
That's awesome. What about the police?
You think it's awesome? Why don't you try it then?
Either arrest the arsonist with the police or prove that...
it was an accident with the NISI.
You know they’re very busy.
Then what do we do?
All we need to do is find out quickly if it was deliberate or an accident.
What if it doesn't come to light?
Then the insurance payment will continue to be deferred.
If Mr. Yang and his wife ARE the victims, it must be hard for them.
But what's this 7 weeks for full recovery?
That's what the office was saying.
Huh? 7 weeks for full recovery?
Why are you alone? Did your girlfriend leave?
Welcome.
Welcome, Chan-ho Park.
Hey, it’s Chan-ho.
Slowly...
Why is it only you two?
He's at the hospital because of 7 weeks for full recovery.
Who’s 7 weeks for full recovery?
The new guy training in our team.
Causing trouble again? No!
He's not the victim but the offender.
Wait, there's someone more diehard than him?
That's so scary. You really can't judge a book by its cover.
You shouldn’t have bet. If you give up now, I'll give you $30.
The game's not over yet. Give me a bottle of soju.
Soju? Get it yourself.
That's how it is. This one’s easy money.
Finally you show up. You must be very busy?
Ow, my arm.
What’s all this?
What? Didn't you know they were in my car?
Feels good to be sitting, huh?
Why are you doing this? You were alone and your car’s fine.
My car?
It’s totaled. Pictures were taken and it's at the bodyshop.
If you keep this up, I'm going to report you.
Fine. Make a banner and find some witnesses.
I just got a job. I don't have time for this.
Just think that you stepped on crap. Let's reach an agreement and end it.
Want it cheap with an agreement or expensive through insurance?
No more than $50,000 for property damage and bodily injury.
Take it to court. Get evidence and witness.
First, file a civil suit.
He faked the accident and there were no passengers.
Look for a precedent.
You should have taken pictures, get a written statement...
check his ID and get his signature. Isn't that the basics?
What's past is past. This is your chance to get a new car.
That one is small and ugly.
Want to buy my car?
It's 10 years and ran 62,140 mi. I'll make it cheap since you're cute.
If you don't want it then leave it.
How much?
What?
I'll take care of it. How much?
Do you know who I am?
I resolved many car accidents. This is a piece of cake.
100
I'm telling you because I have a plan.
Really? You sure?
Don't worry.
Cheers for the new guy!
Cheers.
Eat it.
No, I'm fine. It's okay.
Fate is a fatal bond, but that bond is a benefactor.
You met a benefactor.
Huh?
A benefactor is nearby. All your worries will be taken care of.
Re-really? What are you doing?
Hello, sir.
It's kimbap.
Stop eating, will you? Aren't you going to work?
Where did you just kick?
If something happens, are you going to do the surgery?
Mr. Bae, Mr. Yeo.
What is this? What?
I don't know.
There is no sender. It only says special investigation unit.
I wonder what it is.
Maybe someone is taking revenge...
because they didn't get their money because of us...
Dung?
Snake?
Then...
A bomb?
Man, go easy. It won't last long.
Does a rag become a dishcloth after some time?
This is driving me insane.
I'll be back.
Did you hand over the data to NISI and apply?
Yeah. I'm the one that does the all-nighter.
Is it okay for you to go alone?
I said I'll take care of it. Don't you trust me? Hmm?
Hello, is this the insurance company? I just got into a car accident.
My car is another matter.
Nothing is wrong with the other party but he's hospitalized.
Witness? There is no witness.
Evidence?
Please have this...
I'm a bit busy right now.
Um, you know…
You make take it lightly because there was no loss of life but…
we need an accurate investigation...
We sent the basic data to the insurance company.
If it’s deliberate, you don't need to pay them. Isn't that good?
What investigation?
Can I inquire about Kim Jin-chul?
There’s a high chance Mr. Yang did it and we're in the middle of the investigation.
I heard that arresting one arsonist will gain you more points than 5 burglars.
Who knows if I can give you a case?
Well, now. What was his name?
Kim Jin-chul.
He left work early than the others.
Anything special? He left without shutting off the gas.
There was no gas leak.
He does have a criminal record. See
It's just gambling.
Gambling?
That has nothing to do with the fire.
Where did you go after you left work early?
Didn't I tell you I met with my friend?
Did you go to do this by any chance?
Why you...
Honey?
It's not true, right? You didn't, right?
So that’s why you needed the money.
Then the reason you asked Mr. Yang for an advance payment…
Why you bastard.
You said you quit.
You cut off your finger saying you'll never do it again!
You forgot to shut off the gas because of gambling.
What? I can't believe this bastard!
Yeah, I do have a criminal record.
Everyone suspects me when something happens.
Why didn't you get to the point if you already knew!
Honey!
Get out! Get out this instant! Honey!
He hit me on the same spot.
You are unbelievable.
You are a human sandbag.
Everytime you come along and open your mouth, you get beaten.
I’ll take you to the hospital.
I don't need to go for this.
- Hello? - If you go MIA on me, you're getting nothing.
If you don't show up, I'm going to take legal action!
You're threatening me?
N-no, I mean... Le-legal action?
So you're at this hospital. It’s been a long time.
Yeah. Finished.
Is he going to have a scar?
Isn't he a co-worker?
Huh? Yeah.
You should know that won't leave a scar.
It's like you're worried about your boyfriend.
It's not like that. Gosh.
Actually it's this hospital.
What is?
The 7 weeks for full recovery guys.
They're in this hospital?
Yes.
I thought you said it was a piece of cake. $100?
Coming to a hospital reminds me of being treated by Kang-yi.
It's good it was only your face.
You want to say that with your own mouth?
It's already been 7 years.
Stop. No more.
What are you talking about? You already know each other?
Where's the ward?
There's a paulownia. You should have taken that.
Who are you?
The nurse in charge changed.
Nurse Hong had to take care of something.
That suits her perfectly. Doesn't she look pretty?
Must have been a big fight.
Was it a gangfight?
Or did you do it to yourself?
It was an accident. A car accident!
I see…
I think you need surgery. Set the date.
You fractured your cervical, thoracic, lumbar…
and coccygeal vertebrae.
Are you able to play Go Stop in that state?
I think you have something wrong. Did the chart get switched?
No, this is the right one.
We don't need surgery...
We just have a stretched ligament and a stiff neck.
We need to drive a lead into your back.
Oh my! Your back is fine!
Did you get treated at another hospital?
Where did you buy these? They're not toys.
What kind of nurse is she?
Are you even a nurse?
Shouldn't we go in?
Go in with this.
How did you?
It's sort of an occupational disease.
Quality is good, right? It's going to be $100.
Shut up!
I have proof so why don't you stop acting?
You knew all along and pretended not to know?
Where is it? It must have been fun making me a fool.
What's past is past. I did it so you can experience and learn it.
Thank you SO much! I am grateful.
But I can’t get the words out of my mouth.
Where is the grave?
I wanted to die on the spot after the fire and being accused as an arsonist...
But I’m ashamed to meet my father in the world beyond.
It's not over yet so don't be depressed.
But why are you here...
Do you know Kim Jin-chul?
Yes.
I heard you had a quarrel with him that morning.
He asked for an advance payment but I was in no condition to…
Even if you did, you wouldn't.
Because you thought he would go gambling, right?
Yes, you're right.
Did Mr. Kim have some complaint or grudge against you to…
Arson due to grudge will be considered an accident and you may receive the money.
No. He's not the type to hold a grudge against me.
When he couldn't get a job because of his record…
I asked him to work.
He was a diligent worker.
He has a tender heart and is a kind person.
He would never do such a thing.
Don't you think Mr. Yang is too nice of a person?
He’s getting the money, but he's like that.
I hope he doesn't get stabbed in the back.
Kim Jin-chul is suspicious.
I knew the moment I saw the open gas valve.
Park Chan-ho speaking.
Yes.
What?
I understand. I'll be there soon.
Who was it? It's Kim Jin-chul.
He's sorry about this morning and wants to talk.
What did I say? He's starting to spit out the truth.
Wait for me!
To be honest, I went gambling.
I even promised my wife I’ll never do it.
Earlier it was in front of my wife and I... I'm terribly sorry.
You have a strong punch.
I left in a hurry and forgot to shut off the gas.
It's okay. There was no gas leak and it was not the cause.
On my way home after gambling…
I saw Mr. Yang and his wife coming out of the factory.
But their expression...
What about it?
They were laughing. They looked happy.
Their expression was not one that was scheming to start a fire.
I feel good after saying it all.
They would never do such a thing.
We were able to reap this because I suspected to the end.
Then who started the fire?
I think Mr. Yang's wife has something to do with it.
It might not be deliberate.
Nonsense.
It started in three places.
There should be a cause if it was an accident.
But the fire is possible.
We will know once we get the results from NISI.
The fire is not the main thing. I really don't get it.
I don't know what you two are talking about.
But it CAN be solved since this is the special investigation unit, right?
Ow. Damn this static.
I told you to wear something expensive.
Mr. Park! I think I need to tell you this…
What?
You can't sulk afterwards.
What is it?
Please don't throw trash in my car and refrain from burping or farting…
Why you… That's right! The cat!
Remember I said they have a cat.
Textile factory? Cat hair?
I was waiting at home but I went to take Butterfly on a walk.
We checked all three points and strangely the electrical wires were clean.
Then that rules out a short circuit.
Ow!
Butterfly!
Hey, stop the car. What?
Stop the car.
Are you sulking?
Stop it!
That's not what I meant...
Ow!
Good?
Yup, very good.
You could die.
Do you know how high the voltage can go?
I'm trying to find that out. Ow. That one hurt.
If I join this team, I'm not human.
Ju Kang-yi speaking.
The results are out?
Hello?
We’re on the way but it looks like Mr. Yang is going to be arrested.
What? Okay.
I'll stop by the police station on the way.
You may be busy but I’d like a reinvestigation.
Didn't I say you I'll get a case?
But we didn't catch the arsonist. You must be upset.
You're going to say...
You're getting the money.
Re-really?
Is that true?
Yes. You had a lot of troubles.
Can you explain what happened?
The fire was an accident.
The machines were overheated from running all day…
and it was hot and dry inside.
It was an ideal environment for a fire.
Then a firecracker unexpectedly popped.
Oh my, Butterfly.
Butterfly!
Butterfly.
Butterfly!
The cat rubbed against the synthetic fibers…
and passed by the center machine that brokedown frequently.
Static was created when the cat passed by and it sparked into a fire.
Where were you?
The two of you didn't know and happily left the factory.
Luckily Kim Jin-chul witnessed your happy faces.
The fire started from the center and…
followed the threads along the wires to the others.
It created different starting points and made it to look deliberate.
But the wires were clean.
Luckily there was no loss of lives.
How can we express our gratitude? You have cleared our name.
Thank you. We almost lost everything.
Thank you.
It's all thanks to him.
M-me?
Oh, thank you.
Thank you. Thanks for your trouble.
Bye. Take care. Thank you.
How do you feel?
I don't know what I did but I feel great. I feel like flying.
Then you're going to join our team?
Never. I won’t because of a certain someone.
Unbelievable.
Don't get in. I'll open the window.
Make the smell go away first. It's okay.
Come on!
What are you doing?
We're dead if Mr. Park releases gas. Don't you do it too?
Just press the emergency button.
I just reviewed the report on the factory fire.
You guys did well.
From the company's perspective it was easy.
I thought it would bear some fruit.
Mr. Yeo. How can you evaluate it by results alone?
Nothing happened in the office, right?
That's right!
Hello and welcome.
Let's get along.
Go for it, Kong Chul-soo!
What's wrong?
Who would do this…
…but you?
I, I didn't do it.
Come here, you. Gosh!
Package!
Who is it from?
It’s from Mr. Yang's wife. She said thanks.
Wow, it's silk! I don't think Agent Ju can wear this…
I agree.
Still we do the work for this, no?
It suits you.
What is he doing?
What are you doing?
Nothing.
What is it?
It's nothing.
What is it? It's nothing.
He wants to join.
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