[Episode 12]
[TNC Manager Lena Jung]
I was going to leave quietly because I'm so embarrassed and sorry.
I won't make it long.
Whatever excuses I make, I know I'm unforgivable.
Regard it as that you were unlucky to meet a greedy, arrogant woman.
Even if you hold it against me for long, I'll accept it.
You told me not to say this, butI guess it will be the last time.
I am sorry and thank you for everything.
Do you think it's over once you had your say?
You should hear me out, too.
Why are you so late? I waited for a long time.
Give me your bag.
Why are you out? You're worried someone might kidnap this beauty?
Beauty? They kidnap pigs regardless of looks.
Hey!
I'm glad to see you smile again.
I was worried that you were kicked out in with a false charge.
See? I told you my boss was really a good person.
I'm happier that my trust in her was proven right than being reinstated.
Then what will become of her? Will she be fired?
No way! Strictly speaking, she isn't to blame, either.
And since the Director and the Chairman put full trust in her, she'll be alright.
I'm extremely tired from this heartache.
Come on!
What?
You're tired. Get on my back.
You can't carry me. If you do, you'll hurt your back.
So hungry. Let's go home quickly and have bibimbap.
Let's see who gets there first!
Hurry up! I'm hungry!
Hey Esol Kang! Wait for me!
Why, you can't sleep?
Darn it. I'm worried to death.
Didn't the statement of apology conclude the case?
Not really. That's just the start.
Usually, accidents are given banner headlines, but apologies are not.
Sales will be down and we'll have to deal with the aftermath.
But Minjoon is tough.
He can pull through it so don't worry too much.
When you talk like that, you're like a stranger.
You sure are a stepmother.
What do you mean?
Lena Jeong was his right-hand woman.
And she left him in this situation. How drained he must be now.
But you're saying I should just sit back and watch.
I told you I didn't feel good about her from the beginning.
She's a shallow person and no help to Minjoon. It's all the better she left.
Still, I'm upset with you.
It doesn't matter if you're upset.
You are my only husband in the world.
If you fret your health away, I won't forgive you.
Huh? Is that what you meant?
Alright.
In fact, I almost fell over with the shock a few times.
Honey.
Don't worry. I will be fine since you care about me so much.
Like you said, I'll leave the matter to Minjoon and take care of myself.
Let's sleep.
Being here reminds me of my days in New York.
Have you walked along the Hudson River?
The Hudson River?
When I was too distressed to sleep, I used to walk there at daybreak.
It was very foggy.
Walking alone through the fog calmed my mind as if by magic.
What caused you sleepless nights?
I was betrayed by someone I had trusted.
Since then, it was really hard for me to trust people.
I thought I didn't need people by my side for a long time.
I really thought so.
It's been quite a while since I last felt reassured having someone by my side.
If I hold on to you, will you stay with me?
We'll face a lot of difficulties. But if you trust me and...
Having me by your side won't be of any help to you.
I'm the one who caused this crisis. Who would accept me?
What if I don't care?
I don't care. So stand by me.
No, I don't want to.
I'm not sure I can work in that atmosphere.
I'd rather leave now than feel guilty and distressed working with you.
I mean it.
If you care about me, please let me go.
I understand.
Take it. It's yours anyway.
I was going to give it to you at the Jinmao Tower.
Mr. Park, this is...
It's doesn't mean anything so don't feel burdened.
You said you've never had a good relationship in your life.
Our relationship ends like this,
...but since that ring brings happiness,
...I wish you a good relationship.
Don't give it to anybody if you don't like it.
It's more expensive than your one-dollar ring.
Did you find a job?
No. I'll have to look for one from now.
You can come back if you want anytime. I'll leave your position vacant.
If you meet someone and give them a hard time, it's not a good relationship.
I won't return to you.
I wish you health and happiness.
Don't look back. It's all over.
I already cast the dice.
Now it's all or nothing.
My mouth feels sandy.
Have some more. It's your favorite yellow corvina.
Right. Eat a little more for your loving son.
I'm going to go to temple tomorrow morning.
Why?
I'll pray to Buddha with my mother. We can support Minjoon with prayer.
What are you talking about? I won't go. Never. You go alone.
It's not that you won't, but you can't.
She's forbidden to enter the temple.
Forbidden? How come?
Last time she went there to pray, she ordered pork...
...and was caught by the chief priest. Hang it.
You bigmouth!
I'm going to work.
Why?
It's Saturday, but staff are having an emergency meeting, so I need to stop by.
Wait. Maid...
Yes, here you are.
Give this to Minjoon.
It's red ginseng brewed all night. This is all I can do for him.
Thank you. He'll handle it well with your concern.
Esol, can you guess the profound meaning of these shoes?
Your love will walk away from you if you give her a pair, so I'm giving you two.
If you ever walk away from me, come back to me.
What are these shoes for? They're so pretty!
Hey, they're not for you.
I know. They are for Esol, right?
No.
Love is timing. If you just keep looking at her, someone will snatch her.
Hey, be quiet! Esol might hear you.
Do you need my support?
Don't mess it up!
I'm going to confess today.
Jaejoon.
Are you going somewhere? Yura will be here shortly.
She prepared food for your father's health.
Can't you hear me?
You need to earn points with your father during times like this.
How can you just watch?
What good is it to earn points with him?
Step on Minjoon and gain a mere hospital in Qingdao, that's all.
What? A mere hospital?
Yes.
It's a mere hospital to me.
Let me be clear. Fixing the normal faces for money is not what I want to do.
So forget about the Qingdao hospital.
Forget about it? Don't you tell me that!
Mom.
I clearly told you there can't be two suns in the sky.
Minjoon's crisis is your chance.
Listen to me. Get engaged to Yura and please your father.
Then you can step over Minjoon.
Please mom!
That's why I can't even go to comfort him...
...lest I score a hit with Father.
Can't you stop now?
You acting like an unselfish stepmother...
...makes me sick.
What?
This is not a family!
We sit around the table and act caring,
...but at heart, we wish others' failure in jealousy.
Are we a family?
Who do you think this is for?
For whom do you think I play the hypocrite all my life?
If it's for me, stop. I'm not interested in the Qingdao hospital.
Living as a true family caring for each other even if it's only a day...
That's my wish. Please.
True family?
To hell with it. You're not even blood-related.
Practice.
Can't you hear me? One, two!
Father, how concerned you must be.
Barley thrives after a snow, and ground packs after a rain.
I have no doubt that TNC will become more solid after this incident.
Please have the health food I prepared and recover your strength.
Yeah, very good. Every crisis is an opportunity.
Use this opportunity and get your parents-in-law and Jaejoon on your side.
Understand?
Why should I do that? Acting coy is not me.
Why should I deny myself to play a prudish lady?
You really don't know?
Your true self is a super playgirl, good for nothing.
By playing coy or whatever, captivate Jaejoon today, okay?
I think it'll be difficult.
What?
Look. Jaejoon knows I'm going. He's is getting away.
What's this?
He knows we're coming. Where is he going?
What are you going to do?
I'm leaving home now. You didn't forget we're going to the sea today, right?
Esol! Come on, let's go.
Hey! We're ready. Let's go.
Dongu rented a tent, a van, and everything from his employee. Let's go.
Where are we going?
You forgot? We're going camping today to comfort you.
We'll sleep over in a tent tonight.
Oh, right. What should I do? I have another engagement.
No way! This is our first family trip since we came back to Korea.
-No, you can't pull out. -Right.
Mom, let's just go back.
Maybe he's going on a trip alone. Leave him alone.
Be quiet. He's not alone.
I'm sorry. I'm late, aren't I?
It's okay we're not late. We have plenty of time.
Who's that tall brat?
Wait.
I'm sorry, but I can't go to the sea again this time.
Something happened?
I forgot I had a previous engagement. A family camping trip.
Everybody looked forward to today, so I can't back out. Sorry.
Really? I looked forward to today, too.
Sorry.
That's okay. They must be waiting for you, so go ahead.
What are you going to do?
I felt heavy so I needed some fresh air. I'll go alone.
Get going, dumpling.
Sorry. Next time we'll go together for sure.
I'm really sorry.
Come with me.
To where?
Camping. It looks sad to take a trip alone.
I'll relieve your stress. Come with me.
Are you sure I can join you?
Of course. They will welcome you.
What the heck. He has a girlfriend?
I'm going to...!
Wait. I think I've seen her before.
Where did I see her?
Do you know her? How?
Wait. Gosh, I think too much alcohol killed my brain cells.
Right! Kaohsiung, the date-for- hire!
Date-for-hire?
Oh, the masseur?
How could she be here? She lives in Kaohsiung.
Are you sure?
Yes, I'm sure. I have good eyesight.
Check with the massage shop. Hurry.
It's the most famous shop so there must be a number.
Here it is.
[Hello, I'm calling to ask something.]
[Does the Korean masseur still work there?]
Who the heck is that chap?
It's him. The one who made Esol cry a lot back in Kaohsiung.
What? The date partner who broke her heart?
Is it fate? Why'd they meet again? I don't like him.
You're not the only one who doesn't like him.
Please stop!
What a brutal atmosphere. We're going to shoot a film, 'Dual in the Wilds.'
You'll see. I'll act harshly to him to shake him off.
A girl?
My Jaejoon? Maybe you're mistaken.
No. Yura and I saw it with our own eyes.
Can you guess who she is?
Guess? You mean I know her?
Of course.
Remember Jaejoon lost his heart to a lousy girl in Kaohsiung?
The masseur?
No way. She can't be in Korea.
I checked. She moved to Seoul two months ago.
Seems they've bee seeing each other.
They looked so intimate.
I think they took a trip together since they met at the train station.
No way. Jaejoon is not that kind of a boy.
The person you have dialed is not available...
He not answering, huh?
He must be on the trip like Yura said. Why would he answer your call?
Do you know anything else about her?
No. All I know is her name, Esol Kang.
Esol Kang.
Esol Kang? I've heard that name before.
I heard a rookie copied the rainbow pizza.
Father, what's the name of that rookie?
Esol Kang something.
Right, the rookie. That's why he asked.
Rookie? What do you mean?
Let me promise one thing.
I'm sorry I didn't discipline him well.
I'll make him finish with her quickly. Please understand for today.
But they looked so intimate.
Trust me. I told you.
He's bound to come back to my arms.
I will separate them by all means.
Smells good.
Please sit here. I'll do it, Father.
'Father?'
Are we that familiar to each other? I don't have a son like you.
Oh.
Mother, let me go wash these.
'Mother'? No need.
Don't get in the way and just go sit over there.
Jaejoon, she doesn't put a guest to work. Go get some rest.
Shall I?
Then I'll go help them set up the tent.
Mom! What's wrong with you?
Can't you be nice to my friend?
Have you no pride? How could you bring that jerk here?
He's not a bad guy. Please be nice to him.
Mr. Huh, please don't be mean to him. I beg you.
Go away! You're of no help!
Go away! Please go away!
No one welcomes you here.
Exactly. We brought rice only for six people.
If I'm short of rice, it's your fault.
Aren't you hungry?
Let's eat.
I'm fine. You brought food only for six people.
A man can't get sulk just because of that? Come on.
I said I'm fine.
I'm not hungry from the negativity I've received all day.
Are you really not going to eat?
Alright.
It's so delicious out here in the open air!
Come on! Don't be mad and just eat.
I'm really full! I am full!
Even my stomach is so uncooperative.
Isn't it delicious?
Yes.
Have some sausages.
Where is Esol?
Dongu, I told you love is timing.
This is no time for you to cook meat here.
Go give her the shoes and confess your feelings.
Since she doesn't know your feelings for her, she fell for him.
It's good!
By the way, why does your family hate me?
I didn't expect a big welcome, but I didn't know they'd be mean to me.
Actually, it's because of me.
My mom saw everything when you gave me money at the massage shop.
That day, I was so upset and cried a lot.
And it broke the my family's hearts.
Weren't you resentful of me? My pride from having money?
No, I wasn't.
I was rather distressed because we ended like that when I was serious.
Also I was sad since I thought I couldn't see you again.
I'm sorry. I'll never let that happen again.
Shall we go? I will soften the hearts of your family.
Yay!
Yay.
Yay!
Is the name of the new recruit who caused the incident Esol Kang?
Yes, that's right.
Can I see her face?
Pardon?
It's because I think I know her.
I see. Her resume should be on the company website.
Please take a look ma'am.
This one.
How did she join TNC? She didn't get the job through open recruit, did she?
Tell me. How did she join the company?
In fact, it was Director Park's order.
I knew it.
It was Minjoon as expected.
What a fresh air. And I'm full.
-Father? -Yes.
Now we're comfortable without him being around.
Exactly. I've never seen such a clumsy guy.
If I were him, I would've left earlier.
But he has the nerves to eat our food.
That's not all. He's jobless.
What?
How come when he has an able body? He could do any manual labor.
He has the wrong mentality.
That's why a girl hired Esol to date him in her place back in Kaohsiung.
Esol isn't clever either. How could she see him of all guys?
I know. When there's a nice guy like Dongu.
We're back, Father, Mother.
I thought you left.
No. Eat some dessert. Jaejoon bought these.
This is your favorite icy soju.
This is your favorite beer.
Uncle, I mean brother.
Do you have my favorite ice cream?
Of course. Pick what you want.
I'll take this.
Oppa, I'll take this.
Give it to me.
Mr. Jaejoon Park.
We don't need this. Please leave.
Right. I don't need this, either.
This makes me feel flatulent.
See? No one welcomes you here. Please go back.
Dongu, what's wrong with you? I told you he's my friend.
Friend?
How can he be your friend?
He insulted you in Kaohsiung, and how did he treat you at the club?
Did you forget he looked down you becuase he had money?
I told you. It was a misunderstanding and that won't happen again.
He isn't that kind of man you think.
He's the only one who believed my innocence and supported me. So please...
No, Esol. He's right.
Forgive me. I was thoughtless and hurt her feelings a lot.
From now on, I'll do my best...
...to Esol and to her family that loves her.
I will never break your hearts again. Believe me.
I think I made a mistake today when this is your family trip.
I'll visit you often until you forgive me.
Goodbye.
Jaejoon.
I'll leave. See you.
Jaejoon, Jaejoon.
You're so mean! Do you have to send him like that?
Can't you accept him for me?
Hey, we're all worried about you!
You don't have to, because I'm so happy.
It's the first time I've felt like this in my 23 years of living!
When he's out of sight, I miss him, care about him, and wish him the best.
When he's with me, I smile and feel thrilled.
I really like him.
I like him a lot.
But if you don't like him, I will wait.
I'll wait until you accept him.
Mr. Jaejoon Park! Mr. Jaejoon Park!
Come with me. Esol is waiting for you.
Excuse me? You mean...
Let me give you one warning.
If you ever make her cry again, then I...
...I will not forgive you.
Thank you, Mr. Dongu Hur.
I'll really be good to her.
Thank you.
What brings you here?
What's your intention?
Excuse me?
Your intention for hiring Esol Kang.
There's no intention. Jaejoon asked me a favor and I found her talented, so...
Even so, didn't you know you shouldn't do that?
You could tell they are in no ordinary relationship.
He has a fiancee. As his brother, you should have stopped him, not supported.
Stepmother.
What's your ulterior motive?
Do you want him to break off his engagement and lose favor with Father?
You don't, right? I believe you don't.
Then fire her.
Jaejoon is head over heels for her.
Father will be in complete shock if his father finds out he sees such a girl.
That's not what you want, is it?
I can't do that.
You can't? Why?
She's the focus of attention due to this incident.
If she's fired in this situation, it'll do no good to the company.
And regarding his marriage, why don't you trust him and leave the matter...
Trust and leave the matter? So what happened?
Did you forget what happened in New York 10 years ago?
We left the matter to you and what became of your wedding?
Your bride didn't show up and brought disgrace to the family.
You didn't forget it, did you?
Both your discernment is worth that much.
Fire her unless you want to bring dishonor to your father.
Tada!
He prepared a lot!
Rest for a beat, rest for two...
Rest for another, One, two, three, four!
He's old-fashioned like us.
The person you have dialed is not available...
That fool!
Wasn't it hard today? My family was so demanding.
No, I enjoyed it.
Now I see why you are cheerful and warm-hearted.
Caring for each other sincerely, that's a true family.
We're not well off, but we're rich at heart.
I really envy that.
I'm determined in what I want to do.
What you want to do? What is it?
I'll tell you at the beach as I promised.
Let's go to the sea next week.
Okay. I will tell my family.
Just kidding.
Let's promise this.
Whatever may happen, let's trust each other to the end.
I'll promise.
Promise.
Look at the sky!
It's beautiful.
How's your feeling after losing Jaejoon to someone else?
Well.
Just 'Well'? Aren't you eaten up with fierce jealousy?
No, I like it.
I thought he was a boring ascetic, but he has a heart capable to love.
I got interested in him.
That's good.
I don't know what to make of men.
I knew they are foolish but how could they fall for girls with poor backgrounds?
I know.
You see in the dramas, a rich guy falls for a shocking poor girl...
...and the girl gets hit or money from his parents.
'You'll marry her over my dead body!'
What is it? That mentality of men.
What mentality? You shouldn't be materialistic like that.
To men, there's something more important than money.
More important than money? Like what?
Protective instinct.
Nope!
To men, appearance counts the most.
Was that why you chose me?
What are you talking about? You know I'm unique.
I chose you for money.
I'm going to work!
Come here! One, two, three!
He's too frank.
Mom, so he married you for money. What about you?
Curious?
I married him for one thing.
Money?
I was ten times more rich than him.
Then his look?
Are you going to upset me from the morning?
Then what is it?
It's some garlic bread hot from the oven. Eat some.
I can barely swallow this.
I'm so nervous.
Articles on me are decreasing, but there's no response.
I know.
You were quite an issue before, but it's so quiet this time.
I thought the public wanted to be impressed, but maybe I was wrong.
Why don't you go back? There's no other place like TNC.
I can't.
I made a scene that I won't go back. It's embarrassing before Mr. Park.
Why?
It's unlike you.
You choose substance over your pride.
Are you interested in him?
Look, he's a married man.
I detest a married man.
So he's okay other than that?
Please stop.
Go back to TNC. That's the best way for now.
Take it.
It's yours anyway.
Our relationship ends like this,
...but since that ring brings happiness,
...I wish you a good relationship.
You can come back if you want anytime. I'll leave your position vacant.
Should I call him to see how he's doing?
Right, there's no need to worry about my pride before him?
I have no personal feelings for him anyways.
The person you have dialed...
The person you have dialed is not available...
We cannot live! We want the CEO to resign now!
Resign now! Resign now!
We want Minjoon Park to resign now!
Resign now! Resign now!
They are in a meeting. They'll find a solution.
Stop.
Mr. Park, you shouldn't come here.
Let's go to the conference room. I'll explain everything.
-Let's go! -Let's go!
The person you have dialed is not available.
What's going on?
I heard you calmed store owners and sent them away.
Yes.
We have a lot of problems.
The customers' response to the Spicy Chicken Pizza is not good.
I was reported.
It tastes different from sampling. What's the reason?
We followed Ms. Jeong's recipe, but it doesn't taste the same.
Then bring her right now. That's the only way.
Father, she's already resigned.
Doesn't matter. Just bring her.
She has to take responsibility for the problem she caused.
You want me to call her?
No. I'll do it.
Bring her in even if you have to drag her.
She's the only one to get us out of this crisis, so bring her.
[5 missed calls Lena Jeong]
Go ahead. Their coffee is good.
This is the restaurant you were going to find me a job.
Our situations are reversed now. I might have to work here.
That's why I came. I was surprised to find you gone.
It's only right to be punished for what you've done wrong.
Can't you come back?
It feels so empty without you.
Mr. Park alone is busy looking for solutions and he looks exhausted.
Please come back. Everything is messed up.
Please come back and help.
Did he send you?
No. Though no one says, everybody feels the same way.
And I miss you so much.
Without you, I have no one to rely on.
Do you still rely on me after all that I've done to you?
Yes. I still like you.
You shouldn't like people easily.
Please help.
Sorry, I'm not accustomed to physical contact.
Alright, Since I caused the problem, I'll think about it.
Ms. Jeong!
Sorry.
Hello...
[5 missed calls Mr. Minjoon Park]
Will I end up back there?
Yes. For now, TNC is the best option.
This is Lena.
Yes. I was waiting for your call.
What was your call regarding?
Let's meet and talk.
Okay. I too have something to tell you.
Since you're busy, I'll visit you at your office.
I'll be waiting.
Like a brigand.
Yes, this is Lena.
Now?
One day guest?
It's for Healing Recipe, a real hit these days.
I know. The famous Heeyon Jeong is the host.
The appointed guest can't show up.
Can you make it tomorrow?
Of course. If you let me, I can do anything.
Come to my office tomorrow by 10.
By the way, why did you call me again?
I'm just wondering. You clearly said...
...no one's interested in a manager who quit the company in disgrace...
...and I'm only a middle-aged woman if without a title.
And I've got another tag on top of them.
A recipe thief.
I know you're smart, but don't try petty tricks with me.
You think I don't know that you put on a show for this?
Since the manager job didn't appeal to you,
and you were fired from broadcasting, that's why you're trying to make news.
A touching story you confess your fault to the whole nation.
Not bad. I like that side of you.
It didn't create a great sensation, but saved your face.
I'll put you on the air and see the response.
If you survive this time, you'll do well on your next.
Oh, Mr. Park.
Let me fill your glass.
I thought you wouldn't come.
Why wouldn't I? I'm sorry I was so late.
Seems you've really hit hard times. You became gaunt.
How have you been?
I dreamt every night that I go to work when I can't go back.
After a such a hard time, I've just got a job.
I appear on TV tomorrow.
I think this is the last chance for me.
If things go well, I may be forgiven by the public and gain my footing.
I will stake my everything and do my best.
That's good. I'm sure you'll do a good job.
Oh. You have something to tell me. What is it?
Nothing.
I was just wondering if you were doing okay.
Oh.
Didn't you say you too have something to tell me?
Pardon?
Oh. I'm sorry I couldn't help you in times of trouble.
I'll accept your heart.
I'll be cheering you on from afar so do well.
Sure. I'll do a good job.
I think I should go now.
I have a lot to prepare for the recording tomorrow.
Well, take care.
One moment, I need to buy clothes.
It's time to close.
I'll buy the most expensive one.
I have to wear it tomorrow so give me a little time.
Then take a look around.
Please eat some.
What the...!
Heeyon Jeong?
Hello.
Hey, Heeyon. Look great.
Today you have a new guest.
Who?
You know Chef Lena Jeong.
-Lena Jeong? -Yes.
I don't know her.
Oh, you don't?
How are you?
What is this?
Excuse me?
Take it off.
Take it off now!
What's wrong with you?
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Let's do it brightly, pleasantly.
Yeah, make my day. I'll never lose again.
Stop suffocating me and just leave me alone!
What? Suffocating you?
I'll get rid of her out of your sight.
I didn't know you were this terrible person.
You're really going too far.
If you want the Qingdao hospital, you two build it and live happily ever after!
I'll refuse it!
Get out. I'm sick to death of incompetents.
Now it's really over. It's all over.