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"Am I doing the right thing?"
"Is this the right way?"
"I can't stop..."
This is a very important part.
Do you understand this scene, Ms Kang?
Yes.
The protagonist Eun Hyang's life gets turned upside down.
That's correct.
It's the moment when her life falls into a complete abyss.
We're from the drug squad.
Drug squad?
Gosh, what is going on?
What's the matter?
Are you Ms Kang In Kyung?
Yes,
I am.
You're under arrest for smoking marijuana.
I beg your pardon?
What are you talking about? Why are you accusing her of such a thing?
An actor said in his statement that he smoked marijuana with you.
Take her to the precinct.
(Anti-drug Crackdown Period, Seoul Police)
Marijuana?
That is crazy.
I didn't do it, Detective.
You can deny it all you want, but it won't work.
The actor, Seo Jae Hoon, confessed to us that he smoked it with you.
I beg your pardon?
It's not true.
I don't know him at all.
I haven't even met him.
How could I...
Detective, please let me meet him.
I bet he mistook me for someone else. He'll know when he sees me.
- He refused. - Pardon me?
He's refusing to meet you.
This is...
a setup.
Detective, this is wrong.
Be quiet!
Seo Jae Hoon said that he smoked...
marijuana with you at his place in Hannam-dong on December 4!
That is crazy.
Did you see In Kyung's face as she was being cuffed earlier?
What about how Nam Jung Ho was looking at her?
It would've been such a shame if I witnessed it alone.
I'm so glad that all of us got to see it.
Tomorrow, articles about her marijuana scandal...
will be all over the newspapers.
Everything is over for her now.
What is going on? Why are you accused of smoking marijuana?
Why is Seo Jae Hoon dragging you into this?
You've never even met him.
That's what I want to know, as well.
I have no idea why he mentioned my name.
Don't worry, Ms Hong.
I'm innocent, so they'll let me go soon.
I'm just...
a little worried about the fact that he's avoiding me.
He's avoiding you?
I asked the detective to let me meet him, and he told me...
that he's refusing to see me in person.
That means he dragged you into this intentionally.
I should do something. I'll go meet Seo Jae Hoon.
Ms Hong. Before that,
please gather some information about him first.
Please find out how he made a debut and who got his back.
Look into his relationship with his family and everything else.
Okay. Don't worry.
I'll find an attorney for you as soon as I leave here,
so stay strong.
I'll make sure that you won't have to stay here for a long time.
Okay.
(Visiting Room)
Are you headed back to your office?
I should try to find an attorney first.
All right. You should get going, then.
What about you?
I'll look for a way to help In Kyung, as well.
(Baekdu Group)
So In Kyung was a marijuana addict? How dare she fool me!
No. In Kyung would never do such a thing.
Tae Joon, please.
This isn't a negligible incident. It's a marijuana scandal.
If things go wrong, all of us could be doomed.
Tae Joon.
You know that you're indebted to me, right?
Are you going to say that I should repay her instead of you?
I'm indebted to you for saving my life.
It has nothing to do with In Kyung.
It does.
You have to help In Kyung.
All right. I will...
repay her instead of you.
Tae Joon, thank you.
- Thank you so much. - But...
not now.
- Tae Joon. - I promise you.
I'll make sure to help her once.
But if I try to help her now, Jung Ho... I mean,
it could even jeopardise Baekdu Films. I can't take that risk.
Do you know who In Kyung is?
What do you mean, exactly?
In Kyung... In Kyung is...
In Kyung is Yeon Hee's daughter.
She's Yeon Hee's daughter whom you've been wanting to meet.
I'm asking what you meant by that question.
If I tell him,
he'll be dead against Jung Ho's relationship with her.
Soo Ji.
I think of her...
as my family, and she's the most important person in my life.
So please think of it as saving my life...
and help In Kyung. Please?
My answer will not change.
I know that I'm indebted to you,
but I'll repay you properly another time.
I bet you're busy trying to figure out how to get your girlfriend out.
I must say, I'm surprised.
I didn't think that she'd be interested in things like that.
Seo Yeon.
Is this your doing, too?
Do you think I'm behind every single thing that happens to her?
Don't think like that. My feelings are hurt.
In any case, if the film gets called off due to her scandal,
Yidojeonyoung won't let it slide. You know that, right?
Don't worry. In Kyung will be released soon,
and the entire project for "Thorns" will go as planned.
And I'll be sure to find out the truth about this scandal.
If you're involved in it in any way,
you better prepare yourself for the consequences.
My gosh, I'm so scared.
I'm sorry to disappoint you,
but that will never happen.
I better get going.
I need to inform the head office about this scandal.
Gosh, In Kyung...
My goodness, what is going on?
I can't believe that you're being accused of smoking marijuana.
Please calm down, Ms Park.
In Kyung will be more stressed out if you act like this.
I'm okay, Mum. Don't worry too much.
You're really okay, right?
How did this happen? What exactly is going on?
Could this be a setup?
What if someone who holds a grudge against you dragged you into this?
Who could it be? Does anyone come to your mind?
That's not the case, Han Soo. I think there was a misunderstanding.
Don't worry, Mum. Both Ms Hong and Mr Nam are looking into it,
so I'll be released soon.
Okay.
Gosh, you poor thing...
It looks like Hong Soo Ji and Nam Jung Ho...
are running around to figure out how to get her out.
You made sure that Seo Jae Hoon will keep his lips sealed, right?
Of course.
He'll receive additional punishment if he changes his words,
so he won't be able to say anything.
You should still tighten the reins on his family just in case.
Especially his mother.
Sure thing. Please don't worry.
I've already taken care of everything.
Jae Hoon keeps refusing my visit.
Ma'am, could you please try to persuade him?
Right. So why is he dragging In Kyung into this?
Ma'am, making a false accusation is a serious crime.
Ma'am. Hello?
Hello? Ma'am. Ma'am...
In Kyung.
What should we do now?
So you're saying Seo Yeon hasn't done anything out of ordinary.
Yes, Sir. She visited Chairman Lee a few times,
but that was about it.
Okay. Please keep watching her closely.
Please let me know if you notice anything unusual.
Yes, Sir.
This is driving me crazy.
It'll be so cold in there.
In Kyung.
Ms Kang In Kyung.
Mr Nam Jung Ho brought these for you.
Mr Nam.
In Kyung.
This crazy situation is...
making me feel so devastated.
You're locked up in there,
yet I'm out here alone. I'm so sorry.
But just remember this.
You have nothing to worry about because you're not alone.
Just think that I'm there with you tonight.
It won't be easy, but think about your loved ones and stay strong.
I'll see you tomorrow.
Yes.
I should think about those whom I love.
Right, Seung Joon.
December 4.
I found Seung Joon that day.
That's right.
(Anti-drug Crackdown Period, Seoul Police)
Did you get the blanket I brought for you yesterday?
Yes. I got your letter and the loaf, too.
Thanks to you, I was able to stay warm last night.
I'm glad I could be of help to you, even though it wasn't anything big.
Don't say that. You were a huge help.
- Pardon? - I remembered something.
There's someone who can prove my alibi.
Who is it? I'll go bring the person right away.
Well...
Please ask Ms Hong to handle it.
Gosh, the scandal has caused some serious rage among the public.
We're getting bombarded with phone calls demanding In Kyung...
to be banished from the film industry immediately.
The head office in Hong Kong also thinks that she is done.
No matter how hard Jung Ho tries to defend her,
she won't be able to make a comeback.
We must have a drink together and celebrate on a day like this.
Okay.
We finally destroyed In Kyung today.
Let's get together for a drink after the meeting.
That sounds great.
You took care of the liquor, so dinner is on me.
(Seoul Police Agency)
Ms Jung, I'll trust you.
Who is she?
She's In Kyung's saviour.
So that day,
you called her and she came over...
I'm really sorry.
I'll gladly accept...
any punishment you want.
That's not necessary.
You helped me find Seung Joon.
I should thank you.
I got your call history from December 4.
I do see that you spoke to Ms Jung Mi Young on the phone that day.
Your alibi has been testified.
You've been acquitted.
You may go home now.
Thank you, Detective. Thank you so much!
Thank you.
I really appreciate it, Ms Jung.
Please don't mention it. You forgave me that time.
I'm so happy to be able to help you like this.
Seung Joon is doing well, right?
Yes.
He's doing great.
I'm glad to hear that. I should get going now.
There she is. Let's go.
In Kyung, I'll head back to the salon now.
Ms Hong.
Don't worry. I'll make sure that she's okay.
Gosh, In Kyung!
Goodness, In Kyung.
I'm so relieved that they released you.
How are you feeling? Are you all right?
I'm fine. I'm really okay.
Gosh.
Isn't that Ms Hong?
I was actually going to have a word with her.
How can she let this happen to you as your mentor?
- I shall go teach that woman... - Mum.
She brought a witness who testified for me.
What?
I knew it. Ms Hong never disappoints me.
We should thank her, then.
Gosh, shut it.
- You'll go home with us, right? - No.
I should go to the salon to get changed and head to Baekdu Films.
Why didn't you wait for me earlier?
What do you think? That woman...
I figured that me and your mum glaring at each other...
would make you uncomfortable.
Ms Hong, please.
Where are you going by the way? You just got out of the police station.
Everyone is still talking about you.
You probably shouldn't go anywhere for a little while.
Why can't I?
I didn't even do anything wrong.
You've been acquitted, but people won't remember that.
I mean, they're not even interested in whether you're innocent or not.
In their minds, you've become a celebrity who smoked marijuana.
But if I keep hiding,
it'll look like I'm admitting that I'm guilty of it.
I'm going to go out.
I have to attend a meeting in the afternoon.
Listen to me. That meeting is not what's important.
Why are you being like this, Ms Hong?
I'm doing this for your sake, In Kyung.
You want me to hide like a coward?
Do you really think that'd be the best for me?
No, I don't want to hide.
No matter what people say, I'll face it head on.
I won't avoid it. I'll deal with it in a confident manner.
In Kyung.
(Baekdu Films)
Our female lead got arrested. What does Mr Nam want to meet about?
He probably wants to come up with a plan to deal with the situation.
Mr Cha.
Can I play the lead character instead of In Kyung?
Eun Hyang and Ji Hye.
I know that I can do a great job with playing two different personas.
Ms Yoon, just do a good job with your character.
Gosh, seriously. Watch your mouth, Seo Yeon.
Oh, hello.
What... What is going on now?
In Kyung, did you get released already?
I didn't do anything wrong.
It was short but I faced a traumatic experience that I will never forget.
I think it'll come in handy when I portray my character in this film.
"In this film"?
Ms Kang, do you still not get it?
You can't be in this film.
Who made that decision?
I'm the president of this company.
Mr Nam.
Do you plan to ruin this project?
The female lead was involved in a marijuana scandal.
Who would want to watch the film?
I've been acquitted.
- I did nothing to be ashamed of. - Ms Kang...
will be in this film.
Consider yourselves informed.
Chairman Nam thinks differently, though.
- Chairman Nam? - He told us...
to find a different actress for the role.
Tell me. How did you persuade Chairman Nam?
I didn't even need to persuade him.
He had already made up his mind.
Goodness. In Kyung has been released,
so I guess we can't really open the bottle of champagne.
Why not? Even though she has been acquitted,
her career is over now.
That's right. She may have proven her innocence,
but she won't be able to revive her severely damaged reputation.
She has already fallen into a bottomless pit.
- Hey. - Yes?
Isn't she the actress who smoked marijuana?
I heard that she was acquitted.
I don't buy that. I'm sure Baekdu Films helped her get out of it.
- You're right. - She's staring at us. Let's go.
Gosh, where is this world going? How can she smoke marijuana?
Has she lost her mind or what?
- She's shameless. - I know, right?
- It's her, right? - Yes.
Yes, she's the one who smoked marijuana.
- How can she walk around like that? - Goodness.
The way people look at you can be more painful than anything else.
You don't need to force yourself to confront situations like this.
It'd be wise to just avoid it...
and be by my side.
So it's true...
that proving my innocence wasn't the end of this disaster.
I was mentally prepared to a certain extent, but...
It exceeds your expectations, doesn't it?
Come to think of it, being an actor must be so tough.
Even if you reveal the truth,
people don't recognise it as truth.
Do you still like living as an actress?
Once, Ms Hong told me...
that what makes a good actor isn't talent...
but it's patience and sacrifice.
I'm finally beginning to understand...
what she meant by that.
Ms Hong...
was running around to help you when you were at the precinct.
She even managed to persuade a reporter...
and scheduled an interview for tomorrow.
They'll publish it as a special article, so it'll be helpful.
Really?
I'm so thankful for all of her help.
You should say that to her in person, you know.
I should.
But before that,
I should go speak with Chairman Nam first.
I want to ask him to reconsider his decision to find another actress.
Then I'll go with you.
No. I'll meet with him alone.
I think that will be better.
(Seo Jae Hoon's mum)
Yes, Ma'am.
In Kyung has been released.
No, I understand your situation.
It's okay. I know that Jae Hoon is a good guy.
I'm just not sure why he had to lie like that.
Sorry? What did you just say?
Did you say Mr Cha Min Woo?
Yes.
Okay. Thank you very much.
(Cha Min Woo)
I was suspicious of you, but I can't believe it was actually your doing.
That scum...
Whom shall I cast to replace In Kyung?
Look. You, Cha Min Woo.
I let go of many things you've done, but this is...
way out of line.
- Why are you being like this? - Why am I being like this?
Seo Jae Hoon.
I heard that you paid him to lie.
Well, it sounds like there's a misunderstanding.
Misunderstanding? Cut it out.
I spoke to his mum on the phone. She told me everything.
You spoke to his mum?
You lured him with money and told him you'd cast him in your film...
just to make In Kyung a criminal.
I'm going to put you behind bars right away. Got it?
Please calm down.
Let me explain, please.
Do you still have something to say with that nasty mouth of yours?
All right, then. I'll hear the rest in front of Chairman Nam.
- Chairman Nam? - Yes.
I cannot go easy on you any more.
I'm going to tell him what kind of scum you are.
I must see you suffer badly.
Stop. Just a second.
Please give me a few seconds to explain myself.
Aunt Soo Ji, what brings you here?
How did you end up with a jerk like this?
Gosh, I'm so upset.
Honey, what's going on?
Why is she so angry?
Well... I'll tell you later. Let's talk later, okay?
Sir, you know that I'm innocent.
Why do you want me out of the project?
Don't you know that image is everything to actors?
Whether you're innocent or not isn't what matters.
People think of your name when they hear the word "marijuana".
How can we entrust an actress like that with the lead role?
False rumours like that shouldn't matter.
I'll prove to you that being a good actor is a lot more important.
Sir, I've never disappointed you with my performances to this date.
But the marijuana scandal is...
It caused too much damage.
I know that I can do a great job once again with this film.
Please believe in me, Sir.
What are you doing? Let go of my hand.
Please.
All I need is just a couple of seconds real quick.
- No, I don't need your excuses. - Please.
I'm Hee Ae's husband, you know.
Think that you're doing it for Hee Ae and hear me out.
Please.
I beg you, Ms Hong.
You already know everything,
so I won't deny it.
That was such a horrible and cowardly thing to do.
I'm well aware of it myself.
You're aware of it?
- You actually know? - Yes.
But I did it to survive. I wanted to protect my life.
You wanted to protect your life? Be more specific.
Oh, being a film director?
Or do you mean being married to the daughter of Baekdu's chairman?
That's right.
I come from nothing.
I'm finally able to have dreams and goals now,
and I couldn't lose it all because of In Kyung.
Because of In Kyung?
What did she do? You're the one who tried to make her a criminal.
She threatened me with the kid.
She never did. You got scared and tried to take him from her.
I'm a witness. I saw everything.
I witnessed every single one of your evil deeds.
You're a kidnapper.
You're also guilty of a hit-and-run and attempted murder!
What?
What are you talking about?
That is complete nonsense.
The person who witnessed In Kyung getting hit by your car.
That person...
is me.
All right, then. Shall I take you to the police precinct?
Will you tell the truth about everything...
and receive the punishment you deserve?
No.
I can't do that.
If I do that, I'll lose everything.
My film...
and Baekdu Films. All of my dreams will go to waste.
- I cannot let that happen. - Right.
You'll never give it up. You will not let it go.
I forgot about it for a second.
Get out of my way. I'm going to go speak with Chairman Nam.
Ms Hong.
Please help me.
If you let it slide just this once,
I will never bother In Kyung from now on.
I can't do that. It's too late.
You've done way too many evil things.
You've sinned too much to be forgiven!
Please...
I will think about it again.
But...
don't get your hopes up.
Ms Hong must be worried about me.
I should tell her right away.
Just this once.
If you can trust me just this once,
I will only live...
as Da Eun's dad and Hee Ae's husband for the rest of my life.
You've had many chances,
but you blew them all. Get out of my way.
- Ms Hong. - Let me go!
- Ms Hong, please. - Let go of me!
- Let go! - Ms Hong, please...
Ms Hong.
Ms Hong!
Ms Hong.
No.
Please wake up.
Ms Hong.
Ms Hong?
Ms Hong.
Ms Hong, are you here?
Ms Hong!
My gosh, Ms Hong. Goodness!