[Episode 10]
A flight ticket to Shanghai?
Maidu and TNC have finally agreed to sign MOU.
Really? They're the top three restaurants in Shanghai.
Come with me to Shanghai for a contract after the new menu release.
Having 50 franchise stores until next year is our goal.
Congratulations Director.
It's all thanks to you.
Now is the real beginning. We'll have to run together.
You'll do that, right?
Why don't you answer?
Well, I thank you for everything. And I'm sorry.
There you go again.
Let's stop saying sorry between us.
And this...
...a present for you.
A ticket to the Jinmao Tower, the best night view over Shanghai.
If you make a wish there, it'll come true.
I want to go there with you.
What time do you start recording 'Mom's Table?'
-Time? -Yes.
Let's see...
It begins at 12. Well, it'll be done around two.
Any chance for a delay?
No, unless there's an accident.
Accident?
Yes. It's a cooking program so there's possibility of accidents...
...like if a cast member gets cut, or burned.
Really?
Why do you ask that?
Huh? It's nothing.
TNC releases new menus today so Lena shouldn't be late for the PT.
Don't worry. Such accidents are rare.
We can get it done on time.
I'm relieved then.
May I ask the reason why I should go to the Jinmao Tower with you?
I'll tell you the reason there.
Is it about work?
No, it's personal.
Then I can't accept this.
I have no reason to listen to your personal story.
Why?
Let me make myself clear once again.
I respect you as my boss, but I've never thought of you as more than that.
Why is that?
Honestly speaking, a married man shouldn't act this way.
Don't think you can push me around.
Then, if I'm not a married man, is it acceptable?
I told you not to believe magazine articles.
I'll take it that you'll come with me.
And I'll tell you everything about me.
Don't think of anything. Just focus on your recording.
I'll get things ready for the PT and wait for you.
I will be back in time.
I want to go to the Jinmao Tower with you alone.
Let go! Get off me!
Men are all the same.
I'll never let that happen to me ever again.
This is the yellow diamond ring you're looking for.
Does the yellow diamond have a meaning?
Yes. 'Eternal Happiness.'
Eternal Happiness. I like that.
I'll go with this.
What's the ring size of the woman receiving this?
Do I need to know it?
I'll let you know by today.
This is the studio of your recording. Take a look around to get familiar.
I have a meeting to attend.
Okay.
Do a good job.
Did you get a scapegoat?
The recording will last two hours.
Delay it by all means and make the scapegoat do the PT.
How?
Do I have to teach you that as well?
Okay, I'll take care of it.
Remember. You chose me over Minjoon.
So do it right and don't disappoint me.
And I'll do my best to make you a star.
Don't worry. I never look back once I decide.
Just keep the promise.
I'm tired. I had a three-hour surgery.
Surgery on what?
A flat nose. I made it into Han Ga In.
It took you three hours? Hit the books.
You sure are talented in dampening my spirits.
I'll leave work early. I have a get-together tonight.
I know you are thick-skulled, but you're even forgetful?
What do you mean?
I told you. You have no private life until Yura gets married.
Videotape her.
Why? About what?
Some impressive videos to move Jaejoon, enough to win an Academy Award.
I am not thirsty for a drink.
I'm not thirsty for a drink.
I quit drinking.
You are the best. You've become a new person.
How are you, Father?
Like your mom said, the effects of education are great.
Did you really quit drinking?
Pardon me? What is liquor? Is it some drink?
Good! Gorgeous!
Let me relieve my thirst.
Okay.
Don't you smell some liquor?
That can't be.
Give it to me.
Why?
Give it to me. Just give me.
This is pure soju.
Then what should I do? I can't do this without alcohol.
Do you think it makes sense?
Can this restore the depraved brain?
You have no choice. Accept your fate as your mom's daughter.
Nice attire. Strike a pose.
What for?
Bait to catch Jaejoon. Strike a pose.
Here you are, $12.
I paid you more since you gave me a ride.
If I need a part-timer again, I'll call you.
I may sound presumptuous, but I wish you'll find your dream.
Whatever it may be, if you try hard, you'll find what you really want to do.
I want to help you until then.
[Job Opening for Reconstructive Surgeon]
[TNC Restaurant New Menu Release]
Almost time for lunch. How about lunch together?
Sorry, I'm busy preparing for the new menu release.
Still, you need to eat.
Hey, Jaejoon! Jaejoon! Hurry, come out.
You have a visitor. Come on.
-Visitor? -Yes, come quickly.
Who is it?
Jaejoon.
What brings you here?
I have something to tell you.
We have nothing more to talk about.
Then just take a look at this.
What are these?
The bridal lessons I've taken while I deeply reflected on myself.
I'm not who I used to be. Look at me as a new person.
Are you kidding me?
The talk regarding our marriage is over, so stop joking around and go back.
Jaejoon. How can you be so stubborn?
When I'm this submissive, you should learn to give in.
Stop being mad.
Go back.
Jaejoon!
Are you going to keep being this way?
I laid aside my pride to hold onto you, but you're so mean!
-Yura. -I've changed!
I quit drinking and clubbing! I'm taking bridal lesson!
Give me the benefit of the doubt,
...or I'll lead a rough sort of life again!
Oh, my! What's this noise? Who's yelling at the top of the lungs?
By the way, who are you?
She's Dr. Choi's daughter, the super playgirl.
What? Super playgirl?
Mom!
How dare you come here! You must have a lot of nerve.
If I were you, I'd sink though the floor.
Yes. We decided to break off his marriage. So go back home or to a club.
Right.
What are you talking about? Breaking this marriage?
Look, Mister.
Mister? Seems you really don't know how to behave.
You're ignorant beyond measure!
He's my son, Jaejoon's uncle. So he's your uncle-in-law.
Repeat after me, 'Uncle-in-law.'
Forgive me, Uncle-in-law.
Don't mention it, Niece-in-law.
Very good. Times may change, but titles can't change. You hear?
Grandma, I'm not going to marry her.
Oh, right. Miss, get out!
Get out!
You don't have to. The marriage will be as planned.
Mom, you said you'll reconsider it.
Yes, so I reconsidered it and reached the decision.
So accept my decision.
No, I can't.
I already made up my mind. So you give up.
Jaejoon.
Yura, we need to talk.
Here.
Fresh juice is best for a headache.
How did you know I have a headache?
You sounded depressed. Something bad happened, right?
So were you worried about me and came out?
Sit down for a minute.
Tell me what troubles you.
Come on, tell me.
Let's just stay like this.
I think I'm really a mama's boy.
I feel so vulnerable before my mom.
Did she tell you to do something you hate again?
So I came to see you not to get lost again.
I need encouragement to hold out.
Why are you so surprised?
Isn't it your usual self?
This is from karaoke after you skipped the cooking class last Saturday.
And this is from the next day...
...when you had a drink after a yoga lesson.
There's also a picture you sprawled out on the ground, drunk.
Please forgive me.
Lift your head.
I'm different from your mom.
She cuts you some slack since she's your mother, but I never tolerate it.
After the engagement,
...I will discipline you myself to make you fit for my son.
So you better stop trying to deceive me and do it right from now on.
Understood?
You should answer when asked by an elder.
Yes, I understand.
Good girl.
It may be fun to party, but it's not bad to live as a member of the highest circles.
It's up to you if we'll become...
...the most intimate mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, okay?
Close your eyes.
Come on.
You can open them now.
Fortune cookie, again?
Open it. Let's test your luck and see if you can take courage.
Okay.
Well.
What is this?
Did you intentionally put it inside?
Why? Is it a bad message?
Sorry. I bought it to cheer you up but...What does it say?
'Someone has a crush on you. Cheer up.'
How could you confess your love like this?
It's not that. I didn't do it on purpose.
It's not your fault. It's true I'm fabulous.
I mean it.
How lucky you are to have a crush on this fabulous guy!
You're so.
It's strange. I smile whenever I see you.
Since you passionately have a crush on me, I will cheer up.
Okay. I'll keep liking you, so cheer up. Yay!
Yay.
Yay!
Why are you counting rice? Are you sick?
No.
She's on a diet from today to lose her weight.
She failed the job interview again.
The interviewer told her to lose her weight.
What? What's wrong with my daughter?
Girls in these days are just too skinny.
If these were the old days, she would be an ideal prospective bride.
Absolutely! You have a pleasantly plump face.
Exactly!
Hold your head up and be confident. Lift your head.
No.
Lift your head. You didn't do anything wrong. You're pretty enough.
Eunsol, what's wrong with your eyes?
You got a problem with society? Why are you glaring at us?
Dad, I'm scared I might have a scary dream of her.
Stop! A girl with big double eyelids passed the final interview.
I must make my eyelids big in this way.
My goodness. That's ridiculous.
Don't worry. I'll get your double-eyelid surgery done when I'm paid.
Yes, very big double-eyelid.
Yes.
What?
The money was deposited? Okay.
Done?
We got the money, Roger.
Can I see it?
Hey...
Arrest them.
What are you doing? We're innocent. We're civil servants.
Yes, we're hired by the government.
You're under arrest for voice phishing. You know the Miranda rights.
Who's Miranda? We don't know a woman by that name.
Let's start recording now.
Is everybody ready?
High, cue!
Hi, welcome to Mom's Table. We'll start the preliminary round.
But first, let me introduce the judging panel.
Ms. Hyejeong Lee, the Director of Korean Culinary Research Institute.
Hello! Please do your best.
Next, Mr. Susumu Yonakuni, a world-class fusion cuisine specialist.
Good afternoon. I'll look forward to your dishes.
Last but not least, Ms. Lena Jeong, the winner of Find the Top Chef.
Hi, I know you're very nervous since I've been there.
Just do as you'd usually do.
Thank you.
Now, we will reveal today's secret ingredient!
Oh, red sea bream. It's red sea bream.
What dishes will the candidates make with it? My mouth is already watering.
Hand out the ingredients, please!
Ew. What's this... The smell...
They smell bad.
What the? The ingredients smell bad!
What's the matter? Let me check.
I think the fridge is broken. Everything went bad.
Jeez, food made with these ingredients is going to kill us.
Halt the recording!
Somebody turned off the multi-tap. We should prepare everything again.
Who the heck did this?
Can't believe it.
The recording will run late.
[Mr. Ma, this is the interior of a TNC restaurant.]
[Let me show you our kiln pizza.]
[Amazing! Amazing!]
[Would you like to taste some?]
[The best!]
Who is she?
She's a new employee in training under Ms. Jeong.
She speaks Chinese so fluently. Those Maidu men are captivated by her.
She lived in Taiwan, so I asked her to guide them.
Good. We need a competent employee like her at this point.
Please move to the conference room. It's time for the PT.
Where's Ms. Jeong?
The recording has just ended so she's on her way now.
Is she in her right mind? Why is she leaving now?
The recording was delayed due to an accident.
Hang it. I've been nice to her and now she walks all over me.
She can't incur trouble at this critical moment. Tell her to hurry.
Yes, sir.
Yes, Mr. Park.
Where are you?
I crossed the Mapo Bridge, but the traffic is so heavy.
I'll speed up when the traffic gets better.
It's dangerous. Don't worry and just drive carefully.
I'll do my best to get there on time. I'm sorry.
I told you not to say sorry.
Anyways, you're the one to do the PT. We'll wait till you come.
I'm truly sorry, Mr. Park.
But it's the optimum choice for me. It can't be helped.
Now we will begin the presentation of new menus for the first half.
Chairman Taesoo Park will speak words of greeting.
Thank you...
...for being here despite of your busy schedules.
Well, after the presentation,
...you can enjoy our new menus to your fill.
It's free.
It's the 10th anniversary of the founding of TNC this year.
Many changes have taken...
Check where Ms. Jeong is.
Yes, sir.
Is it her? Ask where she is.
Okay. Where are you?
Support us with nice articles.
I'm sorry Esol, I don't think I can make it for the presentation.
Then what should we do? It's your turn soon.
That's why I'm calling.
The PT material is in my desk drawer. Take it to Director Park.
Director Park?
Explain the situation and ask him to do the PT.
There's no time. Hurry.
Okay. Yes.
Now Ms. Lena Jeong will introduce our new menus.
What's the deal? Isn't she here yet?
She'll arrive soon.
I have a little announcement before that.
With the presentation of new menus,
...TNC Group will have a renaissance.
In addition to 50 franchising restaurants in the provinces,
...TNC will sign the MOU with Maidu Group and enter the China market.
I'd like to introduce directors of Maidu who are present here.
Mr. Ma and Mr. Tsu.
Let's have their congratulatory addresses.
Thank you.
Yes. It's me.
How's it going? Did you get there?
Not yet.
I got a call that the PT has begun.
You can make it without a problem, right?
I already took a step. My scapegoat should have handed it to Minjoon by now.
Good. He might be on cloud nine now but...
...tomorrow morning, he'll find the world is not on his side.
Now my duty is over. You take care of the rest.
Don't worry. I already took a measure.
You raised my expectation. Why don't you reveal the new menus?
Here you are.
Ms. Jeong will be late so she asked you to do the PT.
-Did she? -Yes.
[TNC Restaurant New Menu Release Material]
Now is the time to reveal our new menus for the first half of the year.
I'll begin with pizza menus. Let's watch the video.
[The Rainbow Pizza 7 Different flavors in one]
What the heck is going on? Why did you change the new menu?
Are you sure you brought the right material?
Yes. Ms. Jeong told me to give you the material in her drawer.
And it's written here, 'TNC's New Menu.'
Something's wrong. Stop the PT.
No.
How about changing our new menu?
I think we'd better develop something more successful.
She changed the menu. Let's go with it as it is.
What if she didn't?
I trust her. She's not a person to make that mistake.
How do you think of our new menu, the Rainbow Pizza?
It consists of seven different pieces of pizza.
The first in Korea, it'll be our main item. Hope you write good articles about it.
I did the right thing.
I must trample if I don't want to be trampled.
[Someone has a crush on you. Cheer up.]
I'll keep liking you, so cheer up and find your dream.
Is this Ansan Municipal Hospital?
I'm calling about your job opening ad.
Okay. Then I'll send you my resume and visit you.
Bye.
My baby doctor, come down for dinner.
I made your favorite beef and radish soup to comfort you.
It's the maid who made it.
Be quiet! I tasted it.
I'm sorry Grandma, but I have no appetite.
Oh, my cutie baby. You've got sunken cheeks.
Is it because of the playgirl?
No doubt. Heera pushes him to marry the girl he doesn't like. He can't be happy.
Jaejoon, you look only on one side of shield.
Once a playgirl is not always a playgirl.
If she mends her ways, she can change into the best wife.
So listen to your mom and marry her. Okay?
How do you know that?
How? It's her own story so she knows.
Be quiet! Your bonehead remembers useless things so well!
Is it true? Were you a playgirl in the past?
Well, I had a little fun in the past.
A little fun? You'd be from another planet if you've never heard of her.
Right. I was very popular in fact.
Anyways, at one point I quit going out...
...and lived as a decent lady. So trust me and marry her, okay?
Hello?
Oh hi, Mrs. Chung.
What? Couple Colatheque?
Are you in your right mind? How can you go to a place like that?
You know, there's Gigo Colatheque next to it. That place kicks. See you there.
Come down for dinner.
Hula hula hula! Hula hula hula! Dance the hula Tambourine!
You know, it's an incurable disease.
Don't worry Uncle.
No matter whoever pushes me, I won't marry Yura.
Dongu! What brings you here? Aren't you on night duty?
I asked my boss to excuse me to come to help you.
I knew you'd clean up things since you're the newbie.
Oh, Dongu. You are the best.
Aren't you tired? Let's finish it quickly and go home.
Youngu and I will give you a massage to relieve your fatigue.
Okay. I can't live without you.
What? Is it true?
Yes. The Rainbow Pizza I worked on became our new menu.
Wow, you're amazing!
I think my boss really trusts me.
Having a great boss is the best armor. I think you'll be on a roll now.
I really like my boss.
Somehow I was drawn to her from our first encounter.
I'll work really hard not to disappoint her.
Did the presentation go well?
You must be tired. Don't think of me and get some rest.
I have something important to tell you tomorrow.
Who is it?
Huh? Oh, just my friend.
Your friend who? You have a friend I don't know?
Well. I'm tired.
[Prospective Hit! TNC 'Rainbow Pizza']
Why didn't you come down for new menu tasting?
What on earth happened? Why did you change the menu?
My proposal was Spicy Chicken Pizza, but why did you change it to Rainbow Pizza?
What are you talking about?
Esol Kang brought it to me per your instruction.
What? Nonsense.
It was the menu she prepared herself.
It's here. The new menu material I prepared.
[TNC Group Spicy Chicken Margherita New Menu Project]
How did all this happen?
Did she really say I told her to give you the proposal of the Rainbow Pizza?
Yes.
Then did she switch them intentionally?
No way. How could she...
Maybe it was just a mistake.
I can't let it slide. I'll check with her myself.
Bravo! Good job!
Minjoon, Ms. Jeong, you did an excellent job.
Chairman, that's...
I understand. Changing the menu, that was a superb move.
Reporters' response was great.
They all say it's going to bring about an upheaval in the pizza industries.
Wait Father, Esol Kang changed...
It's okay. The end justifies the means.
Even the Maidu directors were nuts about the Rainbow Pizza,
and want to sign the MOU tomorrow.
You guys are a couple of perfect teamwork. Proceed as is.
Minjoon, I'll reward you.
Take her to some nice restaurant and have wine together.
Here.
You may come home late.
What should we do? Seems it's too late to change things.
Still, this is not right. Let's talk with Esol Kang first.
Don't.
The Rainbow Pizza received a great response. There's no need.
Lena.
Today is a happy day. Let's only think of the company.
I'll deal with her.
Alright. Let's go out for distraction.
We have to obey the chairman's order.
Did you look for me?
Yes. Run an errand.
At this time of night? What is it?
What a foul weather.
We were closed.
Are you the owner?
Yes, I am.
Oh. How are you? I'm a delivery man.
This. Good night.
Wait.
Who's the sender? There's no address.
I don't know. Goodbye.
Rainbow Pizza?
What the. Thieves!
Congrats, Mr. Park, on your success today.
Thanks to you.
It seems like we met just a few days ago, but a lot of things happened.
I know. You didn't like me very much at first, did you?
You thought me arrogant, saucy, and selfish.
Have you ever heard of this saying?
'A good ending is better than a good beginning in relationship.'
Is that so?
I think I've never had a good relationship.
From my parents, all my relationships started nicely but ended badly.
You'll have a good relationship this time.
What's that ring?
Oh this?
I don't wear a ring when I cook, but I put this on for the recording.
When I lost my job and my friends in New York, I felt lonely...
...so I bought this for a dollar to comfort myself.
Can I see it?
Not on this finger.
Oh, fits perfectly.
Well,
...I'll buy this.
It's pretty.
This is Minjoon Park.
I found the ring size. I'll be right there.
I'm leaving tomorrow at noon, will it be done by then?
Thank you.
Yes, ma'am.
I got the job done.
You can stop my departure to Shanghai tomorrow, right?
It's difficult to be with him anymore.
Okay. I'll trust you then.
What's going on? Why are you still in bed when it's past eight?
Maybe because of looking after Yura, my body feels so heavy.
Come here and give me a massage.
I have to go to work.
One, two!
Can't you do it right?
She's really...!
What are you doing?
It's been a while since I last touched your body. I think I lost control of myself.
Such a beast. Do you like me that much?
Well, that's not what I...
Alright.
Prepare for tonight.
I want wine and roses. Make a bubble bath and be ready.
Well, I have an eight-hour surgery so I...
Shh! I understand. You don't have to tell.
Mr. Hur! You better tell the truth!
How many times should I repeat myself? I really don't know anything.
My boss told us it's about the state affairs so I believed him.
We came from Kaohsiung so we didn't know about such things.
They really don't get it! Yi, take them away!
Wait! Wait!
If you're going to put me in jail, take me only. She's innocent.
It was me who dragged her into this...
...and wheedled her into doing voice something. So take me only!
We live together, we die together. Don't say that.
What are you talking about?
It's all my fault. I'm to blame! Handcuff me.
Samshik.
The voice phishing gang was just arrested.
Did you check with Minsu Choi?
These people were right. He used them since they just arrived from Taiwan.
Really?
Consider yourselves lucky.
Go ahead and eat.
You should eat tofu not to suffer that again.
Luckily for us...
We told the kids we were going on a business trip, but were released quickly.
By the way, why did you take the blame earlier?
Because you're a woman. As a man, I sure have to protect you.
Woman?
Was I a woman to you?
Then are you a man?
You like egg, right? Eat this.
How did you know that?
You learn what a person is made of in times of hardship.
I didn't know you were a real man.
Go ahead. It's swellfish soup your wife made.
Really?
It's hot!
Hang it! I almost burned my tongue from the hot soup!
My, how can you speak like that?
What's the use of being rich? You lack class.
They say that as the old cock comes, the young cock learns.
You've lived with an elite wife long enough to have some class.
Oh, Mom. Stop it and sit down to eat.
No. I'm on a diet.
She always says she's on a diet, but she wolfs down at a buffet.
Stuffing herself with food, is it what she meant by class?
Honey.
Alright, I'll stop here.
Minjoon, she made this soup for you.
Right. They say swellfish soup brings in luck.
Eat a lot and hit the jackpot in Shanghai.
Really? Thank you.
If I sign the MOU with Maidu Group successfully, it'll be thanks to you.
Yes. Please do well and come back safe.
Yes.
Why isn't he coming?
What are you doing? You're so childish.
Why did you doll yourself up?
To look pretty to the one you love?
It's not that.
Okay. I'll say you're pretty since you made effort.
I mean it, it's not that.
By the way, why are we here?
To go see the real ocean.
Ocean?
Yes. Thank to you, I found what I want to do.
I'll tell you what my dream is at the beach.
Really?
Let's go.
Let's go. We have to hurry on to the airport.
Why, is something bothering you?
No, I'm just...
Are you uncomfortable to go to Shanghai with me alone?
Just take this as a business trip with your boss.
It won't be late to decide your mind after you hear my story at the Jinmao Tower.
You said life treated you harsh until now.
Smile.
From now on, only good things will happen to you.
It's been so long since I last rode in a train.
I took a train just once when I was ten before I went to Kaohsiung.
What do you want to do the most on a train?
Right. Boiled eggs! I want to eat some.
Really?
I knew it so I prepared some in advance.
Where are they?
One second.
Tada!
Geez.
Oh, there comes the train!
My heart is fluttering at the thought of the beach in Kaohsiung.
You must tell me what your dream is when we get to the beach.
Excuse me.
It's the company. Why are they calling me on my day-off?
Yes, Esol Kang.
What?
Okay.
Something happened?
There's a problem regarding our new menu.
I'm sorry, let's go to the beach next time.
It's okay. Hurry, get going.
Yes, Mr. Kim.
No, we didn't board yet.
What?
Okay. I'll be right there.
What's the matter?
I think we've got a big problem.
The tyranny of big corporations is getting more serious.
This time, TNC, a leader of the food service industries,
...copied a recipe of a small restaurant and caused quite a stir.
Chung, the developer of the Rainbow Pizza filed a lawsuit against TNC today.
He claims that TNC introduced the pizza as their new menu...
...and pirated it when it was already patented.
According to Chung, the Rainbow Pizza of TNC is...
Turn off the TV!
What should we do?
We're at the top of the news! What should we do?
Father.
I hit him in your place, since it's all your fault!
How will you take responsibility?
I'm sorry, Chairman. I will...
Leave us alone.
Mr. Park.
Leave!
Mr. Park!
Was it you?
Was it you who changed the new menu at your will?
Tell me! Tell me the truth!
Chairman, that's....
Lena!
Ms. Jeong!
[Subtitles Provided by MBC]
You mean, I'm done with broadcasting?
I told you that you should work your way in on your own.
Then the whole world will point that I'm a thief.
She's not a lousy person to do that. You misunderstood her. I'm sure of it.
I'm sorry. I tried to solve the problem but...
You believe me and that's enough.
Why did you do that? You know I didn't copy it.
You're really bad. You should take responsibility for it.
How I've come this far.
I'll never let that happen.
Ms. Kang, can you come over to the press conference?
I dare to come here to reveal the truth.