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(Episode 51)
In Kyung.
I think someone is here.
Really?
Is anybody outside?
We're locked inside here!
Is anybody there? Please open this door for us!
Then I'll trust you, Mr Cha.
Please don't worry.
We'll do our best to accommodate your other requests.
- This way. - Thank you.
I'm really sorry.
We couldn't make it on time due to unforeseen circumstances.
I'm not sure what happened, but it's too late.
The film we mentioned to you is ready to be played.
- Please come with us. - There's no need.
Mr Cha and I already finalised the contract.
You spoke with Mr Cha?
Then what about the female lead?
We decided to cast a Hong Kong actress.
What are you talking about? That's not what we agreed on yesterday.
You and this actress here are the ones who didn't keep your word.
Everything has been decided, so I'll get going now.
Just a moment, Sir.
We didn't mean to but ended up wasting your time.
I sincerely apologise.
If I may...
I'd like to give you back 10 minutes of your time that you wasted.
- What do you mean by that? - Watch the film for 10 minutes.
If you still feel that it was a waste of your time afterwards...
I'll give up on it altogether.
On days like this, I feel down because I miss you.
We were...
so happy together back then.
Ji Han.
Where are you?
Why did you disappear without a word?
Are we...
really going to end it like this?
You do have unique sensibilities which our actress doesn't have.
I'll speak to my colleagues at our head office in Hong Kong.
Thank you.
I'll do my best to make sure that the film turns out amazing.
You made the right decision.
- You won't regret this decision. - That's enough.
Save all of that for after we actually sign the contract.
The terms and conditions of our talent contract are quite strict.
We can discuss it later.
- What do you want? - The film warehouse?
Don't you think it's too childish?
What are you talking about?
You were late. Don't try to blame it on me.
I'm pretty sure I didn't say that is why I was late.
A guilty conscience needs no accuser.
I don't want to waste my time talking to you. Step aside.
- I came to warn you. - What?
How dare you think you can warn me.
You can threaten me and monitor my move all you want,
but leave my family out of it.
I won't forgive you if you keep lurking around Nangok-dong.
Nangok-dong?
I guess Byun Geun Tae hasn't told you.
I caught him in Nangok-dong...
and taught him a lesson.
Her place?
Byun Geun Tae was lurking around her place?
Does that mean the kid in the photo he showed me...
lives at her place?
She is...
raising him?
The security guard let them out?
Gosh, are you kidding me right now?
He opened the door for them while I was in the washroom.
- I took less than five minutes... - Enough. Cut it out.
This photo.
Did you take this at In Kyung's place?
How does he know?
In Kyung's place?
How does that make any sense to you?
I mean, she's not an idiot. Why would she raise a kid...
she gave birth to secretly?
If you want to know where your son is,
give me an office here first.
Why did I get you involved in this to begin with?
It's too late to regret now.
We're already in the same boat.
We share the same goal.
Mr Byun.
I know your secret, Mr Cha.
Just remember that.
Why are you here?
Oh, it's because...
I asked him to meet me here due to a personal matter.
It's none of your business.
That's right.
I better get going now.
Then...
let's talk business. About the contract.
Were you going to push ahead with it by yourself...
without discussing with me?
It doesn't look like you fully understand what happened.
I'm the one who stopped Mr Lim as he was about to leave.
If I didn't stop him, he would've gotten on the aeroplane already.
He would have. With the contract he finalised with you, that is.
Being passionate about your work is a good thing. However,
don't forget what's important.
The president of Baekdu Films is me,
Nam Jung Ho.
Kang In Kyung.
So you want to have it your way and be in the film.
While all of this is going on,
if this kid is really my son...
What brings you here?
Could that be...
What do you want? Why are you here?
Who is...
this kid?
Why do you ask? He's my nephew.
Ms Nam told you the other day.
Your nephew?
You said you adopted your nephew, right?
That photo. Mr Byun took it, right?
I was so offended that day.
Did you send him here to take photos of my nephew?
Byun Geun Tae, this idiot...
Give it to me.
Why would you hold onto a photo of my nephew?
Also, if you show up here ever again,
I will not tolerate it.
I will not let it slide.
Byun Geun Tae.
I can't believe he brought a photo of Geum Soon's nephew.
Just because the kid lives at In Kyung's place,
he jumped to conclusions.
I need to teach him a lesson.
Gosh. What's the matter, Geum Soon?
You look so pale.
Did something happen?
Don't go out.
Why not? What's going on?
Cha Min Woo came by.
Who? Cha Min Woo...
Goodness. How on earth does he think...
that he can show up here?
It looks like...
he knows about Seung Joon.
I told him that he's my nephew, but I'm so worried.
Maybe I shouldn't have brought Seung Joon here.
You brought Seung Joon here...
so that he can be with In Kyung.
If we keep denying it,
he won't know that Seung Joon is In Kyung's son.
Nothing will happen.
Don't worry.
When we secure the deal with the company in Hong Kong,
I'll report to Chairman Nam...
that you were the biggest contributor.
That's not true at all.
You've been in charge of it since the planning stage.
I was actually surprised earlier.
I didn't think that you'd stop Mr Lim like that.
Where do you get such courage?
I'm not sure if it was courage.
It may be more accurate to say that I was desperate.
I went through so much to get here.
"If I miss this opportunity, I'll lose everything." That thought...
made me think that I should do something.
Don't be so humble. You handled it so well.
Are you feeling all right by the way?
You were shivering in cold all night.
I feel fine.
It must be because you lent me your jacket.
Being locked inside the warehouse...
was a strange experience for me.
I mean, we were in deep trouble.
We had to figure out how to get out of there as soon as possible,
but strangely enough,
I felt at ease at the same time.
I think...
it was because of you.
I probably felt that way because I was with you.
I'm...
not a great person.
I can't make people around me feel at ease...
because I'm not a warm person.
I know. You've gotten cold.
I probably feel comfortable with you because I know why you've changed.
I know that you're putting up a cold front...
to hide what you're really like.
Mr Nam.
Sorry, I must be boring you.
Let's eat.
Rumour says that the head of the Korean branch of the company...
we're trying to co-produce the film with is very fussy.
They could make odd requests about the contract.
I shall prepare myself mentally.
They took a step back,
so we should also be willing to compromise.
My gosh. You sound like a businesswoman, not an actress.
Does it suit me?
No, I like you better as an actress.
Good.
I'm going to become a top actress.
Things haven't been looking that promising so far,
but I'll be sure to achieve my goal eventually.
The darker the sky is, the brighter the stars shine.
Also, why are you saying that things aren't looking promising?
You already started to shine like a star.
You think so?
Of course.
If I tell you that you're shining brighter...
than that star over there in the sky...
I'll sound too biased, won't I?
Yes.
That's too much.
You surprise me with jokes like this from time to time.
You sound like a different person.
I'm surprised at myself, too.
Can I tell you something even more surprising?
I'm only like this when I'm with you.
I become a different person when I'm around you.
I keep wanting to be like that.
Gosh!
What was he thinking?
Are you all right?
Pardon me?
Yes.
If you're okay with it,
I'd like to stay by your side...
and keep you safe like this.
Mr Nam.
Yes. I know that all of this might feel too sudden to you.
But...
I don't think I can hide it any more.
I cannot hide my feelings any more.
That's why I'm telling you this now.
Did you just get home now?
It's cold. What are you doing out here?
Nothing.
Is Seung Joon sleeping?
Yes, I just put him to sleep.
Is something bothering you? Why do you look so worried?
No, I'm all right.
I just have things on my mind.
What is it? Tell me. Don't keep it bottled up inside.
Well, I just...
started wondering...
if I'd be able to live like you and Chil Bong...
all of a sudden.
What? What do you mean by that?
Will I be able to open up to someone again...
and let myself like...
and fall in love with the person?
Will I be able to do those things again?
I just wondered.
Of course you can. Why not?
Leaning on someone...
scares me now.
I'm a little frightened.
Is there...
someone whom you want to lean on?
I'm not sure.
I don't know what I'm feeling.
I just...
don't want you to be scared or hesitant...
because of what happened in the past.
Can I...
- really do that? - You can, of course.
Don't think about anything else...
and look into your heart.
Then you'll find the answer.
Don't think about anything else...
look into my heart?
Can I really do that?
Can I be honest with my feelings?
Nam Jung Ho.
Look at what you've done.
What are you going to do now?
What can I do?
I should just keep going where my heart takes me.
Put on these running shoes instead.
Han Soo, do you like me or what?
Yes!
What?
Yes! I like you. What's wrong with that?
I must've been out of my mind. Why did I say that to her?
How am I going to face her from now on?
Gosh, this is so awkward.
Why did Han Soo say that?
I feel so uncomfortable because of what he said.
What if...
he actually has feelings for me?
No, no. That's impossible.
He's just teasing me.
I should head out first.
Are you... Are you going to work now?
Yes. I have a lot of out-of-office meetings today.
Are you heading out to work, too?
What?
No.
I'm going to take my time and leave later this morning.
I see.
Don't you have to leave?
Yes, I should. I'll get going first, then.
All right.
I can't believe I forgot to bring my briefcase.
Gosh, what if I run into Choon Ja again?
You're still here?
Yes. I forgot something at home.
- Choon Ja. - Yes?
What is it?
Wait for me right here. I'll go bring my briefcase.
No, I can't. I have to go to work.
Let's go together. Just wait for me.
I'll walk you to your work.
Wait right here.
My goodness.
Why is he acting all manly with me now?
My gosh, I'm blushing.
What am I doing right now?
You wanted to speak to me, right?
Thanks for coming.
Did something happen?
The company sent us the terms and conditions for the contract.
But the requests they're making for the female lead...
are not something I expected.
This is...
If we were to follow this contract, I won't be...
able to come anywhere near you.
- Mr Nam. - Don't feel pressured.
I will respect your decision.
This contract is ridiculous.
How can they demand that you can't date...
or get married for a year after the film gets released?
What else was there?
You have to pay them 10 times what you got if you breach the contract.
Are they thieves or what?
They don't want you to get involved in any sort of scandals.
Those are the terms the company in Hong Kong is demanding.
Let's not do this, In Kyung.
It is a good opportunity to get your name known globally,
but you can't sign a contract with such nasty clauses.
Ms Hong.
It looks like dating and falling in love...
are too much of luxury for me.
What are you talking about?
Everyone...
deserves to love and be loved.
Signing a new contract and becoming successful is great and all,
but I want you to prioritise your life...
and live happily as a woman more than anything.
You can't be in bed all day.
What can I do, then?
That girl, In Kyung, snatched my role from me...
and is about to have her face in billboards in Hong Kong, while I...
Tae Joon.
What if this is the end of my career?
What are you talking about?
I know that I have to come down from the top eventually.
But now is not the time yet.
I want to stay where I'm at for a little longer.
Of course you should. What are you worried about?
You're fully recovered now,
so you'll be able to start working again soon.
What if I can't?
You still don't want to marry me.
The thought of being erased from people's memories...
and being abandoned by you...
is scaring me to death.
Why do you even think that?
Why would I abandon you?
Tae Joon.
Do you really love me?
Someone like me...
is living with you. Doesn't that tell you enough?
I know. I know how you must feel about me, but...
I keep feeling anxious.
I'm really scared.
Wait just a little more.
There's one last thing I want to do in my life.
Just wait until I achieve it.
If the way...
you feel about me doesn't change until then,
let's have...
a proper wedding then.
Tae Joon...
Yes, it's okay.
Don't worry.
Everything will be all right.
What do you mean?
Why are you saying that you can't trust the photo?
I went to Nangok-dong.
Pardon me? Why did you go there?
Geum Soon told me.
How can you take a photo of her nephew...
and say that he's my son to threaten me?
Gosh, this is so frustrating. Do you actually believe her?
Then shall I believe your endless lies instead?
You said it yourself.
You said In Kyung would never raise her kid herself in Nangok-dong.
At the time, I was...
I don't want to hear your excuses.
Prove that he's my son.
Bring firm evidence.
Well, that kid looks just like you.
- What can be better proof than... - Watch your tongue.
Okay. All right.
I'll bring proof.
I'll go bring evidence for you.
Without firm evidence,
I can't accept that he's my son.
Are we clear?
Seung Joon.
If I decide to be in that film,
I won't be able to do anything else.
I won't be allowed to open up to anyone,
and I'll have to draw the line with everyone.
Seung Joon.
What should I do?
What's up?
You have a guest. He's outside.
A guest?
- Mr Nam. - You must be surprised to see me.
What brings you here?
We're supposed to...
sign the contract tomorrow.
Yes.
This may sound funny, but I thought I should bring it up first...
to help you feel at ease.
No matter what you decide to do, the way I feel about you...
will not change.
If I sign the contract,
I won't be able to reciprocate your feelings.
I'm aware.
Nevertheless,
it won't change my decision to stay by your side and keep you safe.
How I'll do it might change a little, though.
There are...
so many things that you don't know about me.
In a way, it's only natural that I don't know much about you now.
But it won't last for a long time.
I know that the day you'll want to tell me...
everything about you will come soon.
I'm convinced because I'll make it happen.
Mr Nam.
I'm happy that I got to see you. I should get going now.
See you tomorrow.
(Baekdu Films)
I'm sure you already had a chance to review the contract I sent.
Now, would you like to give me your answer?
I will...
sign the contract.
You made the right decision. To represent our company,
the head of the Korean branch will sign the contract.
If you could wait a little bit...
Are you talking about the contract without me?
Mr Nam, I'd like to have a word with you.
I apologise. I'll be right back.
If In Kyung plays the lead role,
I do not want to work on the film.
I thought this discussion was over. Why are you bringing it up again?
As you know, they're on board with casting her.
Now, we just have to sign the contract to finalise the deal.
Can't you figure out what's going on?
They want to co-produce with us because of my script...
and the fact that I'll be directing the film.
They decided to work with us because of me.
If you can't give up casting In Kyung,
I won't be able to let you...
use my script.
Can you take responsibility for what you just said?
I wouldn't have said it if I couldn't.
Then when the head of their Korean branch arrives,
I shall talk to them about excluding you from the project first.
What did you just say?
Why are you waiting out here?
Mr Nam.
- Is it because of me... - No, that's not it.
You made your choice,
so I made mine, too.
After I sign the contract,
I'll have to change.
I'm sorry, Mr Nam.
It's okay. I won't change.
All right. The head of their Korean branch will arrive shortly,
so we should get back inside now.
The head of our Korean branch...
knows a lot about you.
She's very interested.
She said that she has been watching you for a long time.
Me?
She knows me well?
- How... - Well...
I'm not sure.
You should ask her in person when she's here.
It must be her.
It's nice to meet you, everyone.
I'm the head of the Korean branch,
Lee Seo Yeon.
Seo Yeon.
It has been a long time, Ms Kang.
I'm here to take both of them down.
I'd love it if you can help me.
We shouldn't sign the contract.
I'll make you the president of Baekdu Films.
You just watch me and see what I do to that girl.
Ms Hong, may I step out briefly with Seung Joon?
You shouldn't go anywhere. What if something happens?
I'd love your autograph.
Just a moment, please.
- Seung Joon! - Please give me your autograph.
Seung Joon!