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(Episode 63)
I want you to retire from acting.
Leave the film industry forever.
You'll have to retire from acting if you want to find that boy.
That's the ultimatum I'm giving you.
- You want me to retire? - What's wrong with it?
You can't do it?
Right.
Rather than spending the rest of your life as a single mother,
you probably much prefer to forget about him and live as an actress.
No. Not at all.
I just need Seung Joon. He's all I need in my life.
Then leave the industry.
Give up everything you've been fighting so hard to build...
and disappear with that boy.
Give me...
some time.
I need a little bit of time to think.
Okay.
But I can't give you a lot of time.
I mean, it's not a difficult decision.
Do you want to find your son or not?
The choice is yours.
(Queen Salon)
What do you mean?
Something must be up with Geun Tae.
I heard from the guy whom I hired to tail him.
He said that Geun Tae has been looking for someone.
He's looking for someone?
- Whom is he looking for? - Well...
I'm not sure yet,
but I can't stop thinking that it's so strange.
Do you really think Min Woo has Seung Joon right now?
Be more specific.
When you went to the orphanage that night,
how did he manage to move Seung Joon elsewhere so quickly?
It's also strange that Geun Tae is snooping around the orphanage...
looking for someone instead of keeping an eye on Seung Joon.
It's odd, isn't it?
I should look into it.
I need to find out what he's up to.
Gosh, what should we do?
He's crying again? What can we do, though?
His mum isn't even budging. Crying won't solve any problem.
Try to make him stop crying.
Could that be Seung Joon?
Is he talking about Seung Joon?
What are you doing?
In Kyung, what brings you here?
You were just talking about Seung Joon, weren't you?
Answer me!
You're an actress.
- You have to be careful. - Where is he?
Where on earth are you hiding him?
By any chance, have you seen this kid around here?
I don't think so.
Excuse me. Could you please take a look at this photo?
He's three years old, and he's about this tall. Have you seen him?
No, I haven't.
Excuse me. Have you seen this kid by any chance?
No, I haven't.
Could you please give me a call if you see him?
- Sure. - Thank you.
Have you seen this boy around here?
- I don't think so. - Then...
please call me if you see him.
Sure, that's no problem.
- Please give me a call. - Okay.
(Queen Salon)
Why did you go there again? Seung Joon is not there.
I know.
I can still hope, though.
Someone could've seen him.
You said that you've overheard Geun Tae talking on the phone.
Then you should've followed him.
Yes.
We should keep a watchful eye on him.
I'll leave it in your hands.
Don't worry. I'll tell the guys to watch his every move.
By the way, what will you do about the ultimatum Min Woo gave you?
I think...
I should retire from acting. I mean,
I will retire.
You managed to trick In Kyung, right?
Yes.
It looks as if her brain stopped working when she lost her son.
She totally believed it.
By the way, how's your search going?
Well, I must say that it's not easy.
Ms Hong hired someone to tail me, and even Mr Nam is...
- Mr Nam? Do you mean Jung Ho? - Yes.
It looks like he's suspicious of us.
I can manage to slip away from the guy Ms Hong hired,
but things will get even more complicated if Mr Nam gets involved.
What should we do?
We need to stop him...
so that he can't find anything out.
Hello?
Jung Ho caught onto it because you didn't keep quiet.
- What are you talking about? - You didn't know?
Jung Ho is trying to dig up things on us.
Mr Nam?
You started this, so you have to clean up the mess.
If you want to see your son again,
you'll have to stop him no matter what.
Hello? Min Woo.
What brings you to my office at this hour?
I wanted to talk to you.
- Is everything okay? - Are you...
trying to find out what happened between Mr Cha and me?
Oh, that's...
I was worried that he might try to harm you again...
Mr Nam.
I appreciate your concern,
but I want you to stop here.
In Kyung.
Stop worrying about me.
How can I?
Do you know how you look these days?
You look as if you've lost your soul.
It looks like you're barely breathing.
How can I stop worrying about you when you seem so distressed?
Do you think that you can solve my problem?
In Kyung, why are you acting like this?
It looks like you're set on driving me out all of a sudden. Why...
Do you want to help me?
Then stop worrying about me.
No matter what you see or hear,
- don't even be interested. - No.
I can't do that.
Why are you acting like this, seriously?
Tell me.
I need to know what is happening to you right now.
It's none of your business.
You will not be able to help me in any way.
I won't be able to help you in any way?
You sound so certain.
Is that...
how much I mean to you?
What are we?
I'm just an actress who belongs to your company.
Am I wrong?
I see.
If that's the case,
I shouldn't have meddled in your business like that. I apologise.
Then...
I'll think that you got my message. I should get going now.
Everything you just told me.
Did you really mean it?
Yes.
Do I need to explain more?
All right, then.
Get going.
I did the right thing.
I had to do it for Seung Joon.
I had no choice.
(Baekdu Films)
So? Have you had a chance to think about it?
Let me make sure first.
If I do as you say,
you'll give Seung Joon back to me, right?
Yes, of course.
On the condition that the two of you leave far away.
I'll do it.
I will...
retire from acting.
You made a wise decision.
You'll have a hard time working with me in this field anyway.
All right. Shall we go ahead and call reporters now?
Not now.
"Sad Dream" will be released tomorrow,
- so I'll do it after the release. - You'll retire anyway.
Why do you even care about the release?
So many people helped me with the film.
I don't want...
to cause any trouble for them.
You're probably saying you don't want to cause trouble for Jung Ho.
If I retire out of the blue,
Chairman Nam will also think that it's strange.
You don't want him to be suspicious of you, do you?
Then...
how about the press conference for the release?
That'd be a good time for it.
Announce it then.
All right.
But...
bring Seung Joon to me immediately after it's done. Promise me.
Sure thing. I promise.
(Baekdu Films)
Finally, "Sad Dream" is being released tomorrow.
Thank you very much for all of your hard work.
I've worked so hard.
This film gave me a bunch of fine lines.
Will the press conference in the afternoon...
- take place according to the plan? - Yes.
Reporters from all major newspapers will be there, so please...
be well prepared.
I'd like this...
to be added to the list of questions for the press conference.
All right. I'll review it.
Hong Kong film industry personnel will also be at the conference.
Our film will become the talk of the town in Hong Kong, as well.
Only if it can actually be released, that is.
All right. If no one has anything else to discuss,
let's wrap up the meeting.
Please do not make any mistakes.
You know what will happen if this plan fails, right?
Please don't worry.
I'll take good care of it, Ms Lee.
"Sad Dream" must not be released.
That's the only way we'll survive.
Mr Park.
I wanted to tip you off because I owe you one from the scandal.
I'm helping you score a big scoop, aren't I?
Sure. Then I'll see you at the press conference tomorrow.
Okay.
After the press conference tomorrow,
I probably wouldn't need to come back here any more.
It's okay if that means I can find Seung Joon.
He's all I need.
What are you doing here?
The practice room shouldn't...
be in use at this hour.
I'm sorry. I was thinking about something and got carried away.
Are you feeling unwell?
- Pardon me? - At the meeting earlier,
you didn't look too well.
I'm glad to know that you're okay.
- Mr Nam. - Oh, sorry.
Did I show unnecessary interest again?
All right. Forget that I asked.
But I must say...
that it's hard not to worry about you.
It has almost become a habit of mine.
I guess I'll learn to do it with time.
I'll see you tomorrow.
Well...
It feels like it was only yesterday...
that we congratulated In Kyung on getting the role in the film.
Gosh, I can't believe that the film is coming out tomorrow.
In Kyung, congratulations.
Chil Bong and I will watch the film on our day off.
You bull-headed girl. You pushed ahead even though I was against it,
and you managed to become a famous actress.
- I'm proud of you. - I'm sorry.
I know that I worried you a lot.
You wench. I'm glad that you know.
What's going to happen if you become famous in Hong Kong?
- Will you go to the States? - What?
The States?
Does that mean I'll get to tag along and go travel around the States?
You can certainly go to the States with other actresses, too.
Well, why are you talking...
as if you're saying farewell to me?
Did I?
Gosh. It's such a happy day,
and I wish Seung Joon was here with us.
Me, too. Seung Joon must miss me a lot.
I'm sure he misses my pretty face more.
I hope he's not uncomfortable at that family's house.
I want you to look in the mirror and smile as often as you can.
Also, you'll think of me every time you see it.
I won't blame you if you want to think about me a little.
You gave me this mirror so that I can smile more,
but I haven't been able to.
I wanted to become the top actress...
and say that I owe my success to this mirror.
I'm sorry, Mr Nam.
But...
I have to choose Seung Joon.
(Queen Salon)
Gosh, you look perfect.
You said that there's a press conference today, right?
You'll look amazing in photos today.
Thanks, Choon Ja.
I was hoping the makeup would look exceptionally good today.
The makeup looks gorgeous,
but you seem so down.
People might wonder and think that your family is troubled.
Smile a little, okay?
Did I look depressed?
This is the first press conference in a long time,
so I guess I'm a little nervous.
Gosh, you've done plenty of press conferences.
Relax and just be yourself, okay? You got it, right?
Thanks, Choon Ja.
Han Soo must be bored out of his mind.
I'll wait for you outside. Take your time, okay?
You look stunning. How are you feeling today?
What was I thinking?
I asked you how you're feeling, knowing you're retiring today.
The film also screens in cinemas today.
That's why it's so messed up.
How can he ask you to announce retirement today out of all?
Cha Min Woo, that jerk, is so cruel.
Ms Hong. By any chance,
is there any update on Seung Joon's whereabouts?
No. Geun Tae might have figured out that he's being tailed.
I heard that he's being cautious.
Really?
Anyway, good luck with the press conference.
Be confident.
- You know, right? - Yes.
Thank you.
This is nothing.
Look, Miss Lee.
Are you slacking off right now?
How can you collect your pay cheques when all you do is nothing?
Have some conscience, will you?
What are you talking about? I never slacked off.
That little...
She wasn't slacking off.
She was trying to move the chair, so I helped her.
Goodness. Are you taking her side right now?
Gosh, I'm not taking anyone's side.
I'm just explaining the situation because you were picking on her.
I was picking on her?
Do you have any idea how she treats me?
Every time she sees me, she goes...
"Gosh, goodness. I hate you."
But why is it that she was blushing in front of you...
and chuckling as if there's no tomorrow?
Was she like that? I didn't really notice.
Hold on a second.
Are you jealous right now?
What are you talking about?
Don't deny it. I can tell that you're jealous.
- No, I'm not. - Yes, you are.
Stop teasing me.
Okay, all right. I now know how you feel about me, so calm down already.
What?
Gosh, I'm so mad. My blood is boiling.
What do you mean to me? What are we?
I'm just an actress who belongs to your company.
Am I wrong?
- Sir, we have a big problem. - What's the matter?
There's a problem with the film.
What?
(Now Showing: "Sad Dream" directed by Cha Min Woo)
I'm sorry.
Oh, isn't that Mr Nam over there?
Yes.
Why is he in such a rush? Did something happen?
(Baekdu Films, "Sad Dream")
We won't be able to screen the film.
People have already arrived at the cinema to watch the film.
We'll need to tell them...
that we can't show the film today.
We'll also have to give them...
- full refunds on their tickets. - Sir.
Then we'll end up with a huge loss.
We'll also have to pay Yidojeonyoung a hefty penalty.
I'll have to step down from my position, too.
Today, I'll have to announce that we can't release "Sad Dream"...
and apologise to the public at the conference.
My goodness.
What happened?
Did you...
Seo Yeon, did you...
What is wrong with you? I'm genuinely worried about you.
But doesn't this mean that the film can't be released?
- We still have time. - Do we?
Good luck, then.
If the film can't be released,
Baekdu Films will be held responsible for...
No, I mean you will be held responsible. You know that, right?
Best of luck.
In Kyung, I'm sorry.
We won't...
be able to release "Sad Dream".
Did you check both the original and the copy?
Yes. All versions we have...
They have been severely damaged.
What about the one we don't have at the moment?
What do you mean?
There's the copy we sent...
to the censorship board to get it pre-censored.
You'll be going in soon, so please wait just a little more.
Please stay in the line.
My gosh, did you say that the films have been damaged?
How can something like this happen on the day of the release?
That's what I'm saying.
Everyone worked so hard on this film. What kind of scum did this?
I shall teach this jerk a serious lesson.
This is a big problem.
So many people are waiting in line to watch this film.
Shouldn't they cancel the screening before people get mad?
In Kyung and Mr Nam went to get a copy, so let's wait for now.
(Ministry of Culture and Information)
(Film Archive)
Goodness.
So...
is the film somewhere here?
Yes. The person in charge is out of office at the moment.
Then...
let's get to work.
I'll start from here.
All right. I'll start from that side.
Min Woo, what on earth happened?
How can the films be damaged? Did you not check them yesterday?
I did.
Everything was fine until yesterday.
I swear, this is some sort of conspiracy.
- Conspiracy? - Think about it.
The film was fine until yesterday,
but all copies were found damaged on the morning of the release.
I mean, it's strange. Don't you agree, Mr Cha?
It does look like someone did it on purpose.
Who would dare to do such a thing?
Who knows?
I guess it's someone who wants to see Baekdu Films go under.
Sir.
How about we officially postpone the release to a later date?
My gosh, do we have to do that on the day of the release?
My goodness.
It'll completely ruin Baekdu Cinema's reputation.
Ms Kang and Jung Ho went to get a copy of the film,
so let's wait just a little more.
In Kyung.
In Kyung!
I found it!
When did you get up there?
I found it, Mr Nam.
"Sad Dream"! This is it.
- Here, it's the film. - Oh, yes.
(Baekdu Films, "Sad Dream")
This is it. Now, the issue is getting there on time.
- Are you good at running? - Pardon me?
Let's run.
(Baekdu Cinema)
Oh, no. There's only 10 minutes left.
It's all over now.
No, this seriously can't happen.
What brings you here?
Did you hear about the issue with the film...
- and come here to see what happens? - Not at all.
I'll also have to deal with a big loss if this film can't open today.
But it's obviously nothing compared to what Baekdu Films...
will have to deal with.
It looks like you're enjoying this situation.
I guess you have been waiting for something like this to happen.
Wait, are you behind the scam?
It doesn't look like you've learned to watch your tongue, Ms Yoon.
What?
Enough. We're at the cinema now.
Sir, I think you should decide now.
Reporters will be arriving shortly.
Let's...
cancel the release.
Wait!
Here. We brought the film.
You managed to get the copy.
- Go turn it on. - Okay.
- I'll head to the projection room. - All right.
My goodness.
You saved us, Ms Kang.
You saved Baekdu Films.
How did it go?
It worked. It's on.
Shall we sit down and catch our breath?
("Sad Dream" directed by Cha Min Woo)
Goodness.
Thanks to you, I survived another crisis.
Thank you.
Please don't mention it. You made it happen yourself.
Right.
I ran a bit faster than you.
I beg your pardon?
That day...
The day that I came to your office and lashed out at you.
I hurt your feelings, didn't I?
Yes.
Very much so.
I'm sorry.
I was dealing with something and had no choice.
But...
if I tell you that I was upset at myself for having to say that,
would you feel better?
A little.
It does make me feel a bit better.
I know that it'd be hard for you to understand me.
It's actually impossible to fully understand...
someone other than yourself.
All you can do is try your best at it.
What made me angry was how you...
didn't even want me to make that effort.
Mr Nam.
Don't worry.
I fully understood what you told me that day.
(Director Hong Soo Ji)
You'd like to speak to In Kyung?
She's not available at the moment. May I ask what it's about?
Pardon me?
Yes. Okay.
(Press Conference for "Sad Dream")
- Really? - Seriously?
Let's wait.
- All right. - Then we might be able to...
- Oh, there's Kang In Kyung. - Yes!
- There she is. - She's here.
- Please look at the camera. - All right, there she is.
Here. Please look at the camera.
All right, everyone. Let's start...
the press conference for the release of the film "Sad Dream".
We'll accept your questions.
Yes. As you know, the film was co-produced by Korea and Hong Kong.
That's probably why the project was more meaningful to me.
That was the last question on the list, so we will...
I'd like to ask one more question.
Ms Kang, I heard that you're planning...
on making an important announcement at this press conference.
Is it true?
- What announcement? - What does that mean?
- What would it be about? - What is it?
What will she say?
Yes. It's true.
Mr Cha made a suggestion to me a little while ago.
No way. She won't say that I told her...
to retire from acting, will she?
After long and careful consideration,
I've decided to accept his offer.
Yes, In Kyung.
If you want to see your son again,
you'll have to listen to me and announce retirement from acting.
I, Kang In Kyung,
have decided...
to work with Mr Cha again on his next film.