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(Episode 39)
Ms Kang?
Mr Nam.
It's you.
I almost couldn't recognise you. You look like a different person.
Do I?
- Did you just get your hair done? - Yes.
What brings you here?
Never mind.
Look who's here. You're Mr Nam, right?
I'm In Kyung's housemate.
I see. It's nice to meet you.
I thought you looked so dashing when I saw you at Seungri Transportation.
I didn't expect to run into you downtown like this,
but you look very handsome today,
Mr Nam Jung Ho.
Let's go, Choon Ja.
- Have a good day. - You, too.
I haven't even finished introducing myself.
Aren't you here to see me?
Gosh.
Ms Hong, you startled me.
You were worried about leaving this space empty for too long,
but you've done a nice job with the renovation.
It looks quite humble compared to my old hair salon.
It was way too glamorous.
You're right. I almost couldn't handle it.
I don't want to be like that any more.
I'm done with shiny, sparkly things.
I'm sick of such superficiality.
How do you know that young lady by the way?
Oh, Ms Kang?
Shall I say that I met her by accident?
She's just someone I know.
Then why did you look at her like that?
Pardon me?
Nothing. Never mind.
Oh, right. Did you say that Hee Ae got engaged?
Yes.
She's over the moon these days. She looks very happy.
She must be.
I would've offered to do her makeup if I had known about it in advance.
It's too bad.
I couldn't invite you because we wanted to keep it small and simple.
Oh, have you managed to track down the person you said you must find?
No, I'm still working on it.
- Who is it? - You don't need to know.
It's someone I'm indebted to.
- So you want to clear the debt? - Yes.
I should do so before it gets too late.
It's not the kind of debt I can let go.
Gosh, the rumour was true.
It's almost like magic.
She made you look like a completely different person.
Do I really look okay?
"Okay" is not the right word.
It's a transformation. You've transformed.
But I must say, the owner's style certainly needs improvement.
That's why I was confused.
I think she's inspiring because of it.
"I want to be judged on my talents and skills." That must be her motto.
I see.
Well... Girls should go on dates after getting their hair done,
but that's not going to happen to either of us.
Where shall we go now?
I have to meet someone.
What? Seriously?
Here, Ma'am. I sprayed the perfume on your gloves as you asked.
Thanks.
I love that you remember every detail.
My gosh.
What's this for? Are we expecting a guest?
No.
Madam Lee said she wants to eat fruit, so I prepared it for her.
Madam Lee?
What does that make me, then?
You've never called me like that.
Do you think I'm a joke or what?
Not at all. Please don't get me wrong.
I just wasn't sure how I should address you.
I was going to ask you how you'd like me to call you.
Then...
call me Madam Yoon.
And just call her Ms Lee.
What are you talking about now?
A freeloader wants to be treated as the madam of our family.
How shameless can you be?
What? Freeloader?
Me?
I'm only staying here because Tae Joon is begging me not to leave.
I'm not freeloading off of you guys. Get it right.
I see. Is that so?
Then shall I call you his live-in girlfriend?
What? Live... Live-in girlfriend?
How dare you! You're obviously trying to provoke me!
Gosh, you almost blew my ears out.
Save all that energy for your film shoots, Ms Yoon.
I'm speechless.
I should calm down. My goodness.
If my makeup doesn't look good today, I'll have to blame it on her.
Han Soo!
Oh, my. Look at you!
Is it really you, In Kyung?
I don't look like myself, right?
Objectively speaking, you look so pretty now.
My goodness. These two are too much.
As you can see,
I'm totally fine now and I'm taking care of myself, too.
You don't need to worry about me any more.
I can see that.
It's making me so happy.
Goodness.
I was going to let you two have your moment because it's so sweet,
but enough is enough, kid.
Can't you see your sister's face turning beet red?
When did you get here, Choon Ja?
What?
I've been standing here for 1,000 years. Are we good now?
Why didn't you get your hair done by the way?
You should've gotten a haircut like In Kyung's.
What? You're making my blood boil.
Hey, do you know how much money I spent on my hair today?
Choon Ja took me to the hair salon.
It does look a little different,
but it doesn't suit you.
You're ruining my day.
I can't take this any more.
Since the two of you love each other so much,
you guys should hang out and have all the fun without me.
- Choon Ja! - Just let her go.
I'll take you out on a date.
Don't you have to work?
I already finished all of my tasks, so I can step out for a bit.
Oh, right. You've never been to a film shoot, right?
- Film shoot? - Yes.
I heard that Baekdu Films is shooting on that main street today.
They took a few of my co-workers as background actors.
What do you say? Do you want to go watch the shoot?
Shall we?
Shall we go watch it together?
Here. Let's walk arm in arm, pretty lady.
Okay, let's do that.
Put it at the front.
- Not here. I meant over there. - Okay.
That's too far.
- Use your hand like this. - Okay.
I guess it hasn't started yet.
The director and actors aren't here yet.
I guess not.
Look. That must be the camera they'll be using, right?
Yes.
Is she a rookie actress?
Stay still. You're so pretty.
You're much prettier than any actresses I've seen.
- That's not true. - Trust me.
This... This is perfect.
Kang Han Soo?
Why is he here?
Don't you think so?
Yes.
In Kyung.
Why is she here?
Is she trying to ruin the first shoot or what?
What brings you here, Sir?
You're the director who represents Baekdu Films.
I thought I should be here to watch the first shoot.
Are you ready to start the shoot? Is everything going well?
Yes, Sir. Thanks to all of your help,
I was able to choose capable crew members, and all is going well.
Good.
You know that I'm a man of my word, right?
Yes, Sir. I'm aware.
Do a good job with this film.
If it becomes a hit, I'll consider letting you marry Hee Ae.
Then will you allow us to...
Slow down.
I'm not saying that I will allow you to marry her.
Observing you...
has slightly changed my opinion about you. Do you understand?
Yes, Sir.
Let's go, Ms Choi.
Just a second, Sir.
Why? What's the matter?
Well... It's about Hee Ae.
I don't like discussing family matters at work.
Let's talk about it another time.
I'm so glad you got your hair done.
Your new hairstyle is putting me in a good mood, too.
I know. Going out today made me feel so much better.
Oh, boy.
Where did you get your hair done?
Choon Ja took me to a hair salon she knows,
and I got it done for free.
Are you worried that I might talk about money again or what?
It looks good for a free haircut.
Why didn't they charge you?
Well, the owner of the hair salon just said...
that I put her in a good mood.
Is she crazy?
Her hair turned out so nicely.
That's probably why she didn't want to charge her.
Anyway, seeing you with a new hairstyle and makeup...
is much better than seeing you looking all miserable.
Be sure to take care of yourself from now on.
Women must look happy to live a happy life.
Got it?
Okay, Mum.
Kang Han Soo.
He's causing problems because he works at the cinema,
but I can't fire him because of Mr Nam.
The document you threatened me with.
In Kyung's pregnancy diagnosis.
Oh, that. I never threatened you, though.
I just wanted to make a pledge of my loyalty to you...
That diagnosis is of no use now.
She had a miscarriage.
Pardon me?
Really? Why?
How did that happen?
That is none of your business.
I wanted to let you know that you can't threaten me with it.
The baby is dead, so that diagnosis is useless.
Plus, you can't use it to claim that I'm the baby's father.
So...
you and I have nothing to discuss any more.
Please wait, Mr Cha.
Please help me.
I'm just a mere film director.
I have no way of helping you.
I've lost everything, and I have nowhere to go.
I don't even have money to buy food.
We've known each other for a long time, so... No, let me rephrase it.
Don't you pity me?
Please have some mercy and take me under your wing.
If you do, I'll prove to you that I can be very useful.
Useful?
- In what ways? - Pardon me?
Baekdu Films. No.
Let's aim big. Baekdu Group, it is.
I can make the entire group become yours.
How exactly will you make that happen?
As you know, I've been living as Lee Hyung Ok's dog.
I thought he could abandon me like this,
so I've been collecting information about his wrongdoings.
Of course they include things that can be used...
to bring out Nam Tae Joon's weaknesses.
Bring it to me, then. I'll consider your offer afterwards.
Well, I cannot reveal all the information to you now.
I need a security blanket, too.
You'll have to work under my feet.
Will you be okay with it?
Sorry? Under your feet?
Of course.
That sounds great. I'd love to.
I mean, I'm so used to it.
I'll do it.
Yes. I'll do anything you want me to do.
Right. Who knows what will happen in the future?
I don't want to make my hands dirty,
so he might actually be useful.
I've been thinking hard about my future,
and the only way I can survive without learning how to write...
is getting into makeup artistry.
In Kyung, did you see the hand of the makeup artist at the hair salon?
Like this. Like this.
Wasn't she so impressive?
Yes. I was fascinated.
I think you have the talent for it, too. You'll do a good job.
You think so, too?
By the way, what do you want to do from now on?
Han Soo told you that you should only do things...
that you like and make you happy from now on.
He's right.
Life is very short.
Things that I like?
- Things that make me happy? - That's right.
Something that makes your heart flutter.
"This is it!" Have you ever felt that way about anything?
Something that makes my heart flutter?
Yes, that's right.
When you were picked as the female lead of that play,
you came to me looking all flushed...
and went on about how it made your heart race.
Right, that time.
Yes.
I've never felt anything like that before.
Still, I'm nothing special. I don't think I can become an actress.
What? Don't say that.
I think you definitely can.
You looked stunning today.
Geum Soon told me that you've always had a knack for acting.
Be quiet.
Don't ever bring it up in front of my mum.
- She hates it. - Okay, I won't.
But I want you to seriously think about it.
It's your life, you know.
You're right.
It's my life.
Geum Soon needs to wake up and start getting ready for work.
Goodness.
She never sleeps in like this.
She must be exhausted from work.
By the way,
how can she look this pretty even when she's asleep?
She looks like an angel.
She's sleeping like a baby.
Chil Bong.
Good morning, Darling. You woke up.
What time is it now?
- Am I late for work? - Gosh.
Don't you worry. You still have a lot of time.
I'll go and have hot water ready for you.
Thanks, Chil Bong.
Don't mention it.
I have to take care of you because I'm your husband.
If you want to thank me, you can...
just give me a kiss right here.
Chil Bong, stop it.
Forget it, then.
I'll just go...
and have water ready for you.
Are we good now?
Oh, my.
Geum Soon.
Shall I just skip work today?
Stop it, seriously.
Answer me.
- Stop it. - Goodness.
I want to meet that young lady.
Who?
I know so many ladies. Which one are you talking about?
You even know how to crack jokes now.
That joke came so naturally.
You're the one who trained me.
Have you forgotten?
You played a prank on me on my first day at Baekdu Films.
I did?
Well, I don't remember it at all.
I was meeting all of the employees for the first time that day,
and you introduced yourself as my girlfriend.
Goodness. Reminiscing that day still gives me the chills.
Right, I remember now.
I just said it as a joke,
but your face turned beet red...
as if you were actually caught dating an older woman.
Do you know what I went through to stop that rumour?
So when can I see her?
Well...
Whom are you talking about?
That girl you were gazing at with those yearning eyes of yours.
- Do you mean Ms Kang In Kyung? - Is that her name?
By the way,
I never looked at her with a yearning look or any sort.
How can I meet her?
Goodness, you're so stubborn.
Why do you want to meet her?
I haven't felt this way for a long time.
I saw something in her.
I want to meet her and see if my instinct is right.
Why are you asking me to do your makeup all of a sudden?
It's probably because you saw In Kyung's makeup and got jealous.
No, that's not it.
Something important came up.
I don't want too much makeup.
I just need to look easy-going and earnest.
Easy-going and earnest?
You?
I give up. That's impossible.
I don't have enough time. Hurry up already.
Goodness. All right.
Easy-going and earnest.
It'll be very challenging,
but I'll give it a try.
Women wear makeup to transform themselves.
Please close your eyes first.
I'll make your eyes look so kind.
Don't put too much makeup, okay?
Gosh, seriously.
She gave birth not too long ago, so she should still be careful.
What's she going to do if she gets sick?
Oh, my.
You look stunning, Mum.
You frustrate me so much.
It'll get dusty again anyway.
Why are you wiping it so meticulously?
I'll clean it again when it gets dusty.
Are you going somewhere?
Yes. Staying at home all the time is so boring.
I want to look for a job.
I must look presentable...
if I want to get a good job.
You're going to get a job?
Yes. Did you think that I'd rely on you forever?
I should try to earn my spending money at least.
Mum.
Thank you so much.
I'll also find a job soon.
Forget it.
Don't get sick and make me look after you.
Just rest for a few more days.
Gosh, look at you! Dress warmly, please.
Do you want to catch a cold or what?
Gosh, seriously.
Bye, Mum! Good luck!
I'll pull myself together, Mum.
Is this where she lives?
It looks like I've come to the right place.
Oh. Hello, Ms Hong.
Why did you want to see me?
How did you get my address?
- I heard you were a bus attendant. - Pardon me?
- Yes. - Why did not attend high school?
I couldn't because of my family's financial situation.
I had to earn money to support my family...
- and pay for my brother's school. - Your brother's school?
- What does your father do? - He passed away.
By the way, why are you asking me these questions?
I'm just curious.
Your mother must be alive.
How old is your brother? He's younger than you, right?
Your mother probably only wanted him to get secondary education.
My mum is alive, and my brother is younger than me.
Now, you answer me.
What do you want from me?
Do you have a boyfriend?
Oh, no.
It looks like you went through a bad breakup.
I don't know why you're doing this, but...
No. I don't even want to know.
I should go now.
Am I getting old?
I thought I saw something in you, but you're nothing special.
Get going, then.
That girl has quite a temper.
She has no idea what she has.
Trying to bring it out will only give me anger management issues.
It's too bad, but I should just give up on you.
My goodness. Are you saying that Ms Hong...
came all the way here to see you?
I mean, she came to Nangok-dong?
- Seriously? - Yes.
I was very surprised, too.
How did she find out where I live?
That's nothing difficult. There are ways to get that information.
So what did she say to you?
Didn't she say that she wants to make you become an actress?
No. She just asked me a bunch of strange questions.
I must say, it left a bad taste in my mouth.
I think she's a bit weird.
Gosh, that's very odd.
Judging from the rumours I've heard,
I don't think she's the type to talk rubbish and waste her time.
Rumours?
I told you. She's known for her magic touch.
The fact that she came all the way here to see you...
must mean...
Could it be that she wants to groom you into an actress?
Gosh, no way.
I told you. She just asked me rude, strange questions.
No, you got it all wrong.
My gut is telling me that you didn't pass the audition.
Goodness.
You poor thing. You basically kicked a golden opportunity out the window.
That can't be.
No. I'm sure that's not why she was here.
(Baekdu Cinema)
("The Lovers")
The film has already been developed?
Yes. Mr Cha wants to check the footage right away...
so that he can retake the scenes that he's not happy with.
I see.
I must say, he's quite fussy.
He's probably under a lot of stress...
because he has to lead the entire project from the planning stage.
Does everything here need to be retaken?
Not that one. The director of photography recorded it...
because he mistook someone for a rookie actress.
Rookie actress?
This is...
Han Soo.
Sir.
Hello.
Yes. I need to have a word with you.
With me?
Han Soo, why did you bring me here?
Just come with me. You'll find out soon.
Tell me first.
You can't drag me like this.
Gosh, seriously.
There's someone I want to introduce to you.
Really?
Who is it?
You'll find out. It's a young lady.
Let's go in.
Go in.
What is this place?
In Kyung, have a seat.
Han Soo, what are you doing?
All right, In Kyung.
Get ready. Here it comes.
Oh, my. Who is that girl?
She's gorgeous.
Don't you agree?
Is that girl...
Is that me?
Is it...
really me?
I think so.
That girl...
looks so happy.
I know, right?
Doesn't she look like the happiest girl in the world?
Han Soo.
I...
really like that girl on the screen.
I want to stay in that screen forever.
I think...
I now know what I want to do.
(Projection Room, Authorised Personnels Only)
All right.
Go in and get some rest.
Thanks, Han Soo.
What would I have done without you?
From now on, just trust me and let me take care of you.
Okay.
By the way, when did you learn to do that?
Did you learn it while working at the cinema?
What?
Oh, that. Of course.
I'm part of the management team at Baekdu Cinema now.
I'm currently learning film editing from the technician.
I see.
Thanks to you, I had such a happy day today.
All right.
It's chilly now. You should go in.
Okay.
I can't tell her because Mr Nam told me not to,
but I feel so bad.
Look at you. You're...
smiling now.
Did something good happen today?
Geum Soon.
I think...
I've finally found the answer.
I know...
what I want to do now.
Seriously? What is it?
It's...
Cut to the chase.
Tell me. I'll help you.
I...
want to become an actress.
Actress?
Does it sound funny?
I know. It's not like anyone can become an actress.
One must have a natural talent for it.
Geum Soon.
I just keep feeling drawn to it.
You do have a natural-born talent for it.
I guess it runs in the blood.
What do you mean by that?
The talent...
runs in your family.
I don't get it. Can you explain what that means?
Your biological mother.
I heard that she was an actress.
My birth mother used to be an actress?
Yes.
I heard she was a famous actress at a vagabond theatre company...
and that she met your father at one of the plays she was in.
No one has told me.
I'm not surprised.
Even our villagers never talked about her because of Ms Park.
I see.
That's why my mum gets so angry whenever she hears...
anything about plays.
(Queen Salon)
I feel so rested.
My goodness.
Hey.
What are you doing here?
Ms Hong.
Why are you being like this? You're scaring me.
I...
want to become an actress.
What?
That girl, Kang In Kyung. Do you think she'd be good?
I've seen her on stage.
She has the talent.
You want me to look into what In Kyung is up to?
Find out what she's doing these days.
If you say once again that you want to become an actress,
I'll trample all over your life.
I will not give up.
From now on, my dream is becoming an actress.