(Episode 16)
Have a good night.
You, too. Wait.
Please wait a second.
I hope this will make you feel better.
What is it?
I got it from somewhere.
I think it'll look nice on you and Byeol.
Gosh. It's a hat.
Do you like it?
Thank you so much.
Byeol and I never bought matching hats because of money.
Thanks to you, now we do.
I'm happy to see you happy...
even though it's nothing much.
Thank you.
- Where's Ji Yeon? - What?
Goodness. Hey.
What are you wearing? Aren't you cold?
How can you wear such revealing clothes around men?
I get hot easily.
I have an important announcement.
I'm going to raise the rent starting today.
Sang Cheol doesn't eat at home, so his will stay the same.
Bang Wool should pay 100 dollars more.
Dong Min and Ji Yeon should pay 200 dollars more.
- Okay. - Oh my gosh.
Father, why do we have to pay 200 dollars more?
We're two people like Bang Wool and Byeol.
Plus we rarely eat dinner at home.
You aren't being fair.
I made a mistake. You should pay 250 dollars more.
What?
What are you talking about?
You should pay for the maid service.
You don't do any chores. Your mother-in-law does everything.
You're too mean. We already pay the most rent.
Hey. If you want to pay less, you should do some chores.
Do you want to make breakfast three times a week?
Then we'll give you a discount.
You know I come home really late sometimes because of work.
This is terrible.
Seriously, our family isn't democratic.
Goodness.
I'm sorry.
I'll talk to her.
Gosh. I can't believe her.
How can you walk out on my parents like that?
Sang Cheol and Bang Wool were there, too.
I had to say something because you weren't saying anything.
We already pay so much.
Basically your mom and dad are living off of us for free.
This house belongs to my dad. We're the ones living off of them.
If you're unhappy, we should move out and find a place to rent.
What?
How are we going to save money if we pay rent?
Exactly. Just consider it like paying rent.
Some people give their parents money as gifts all the time.
This is terrible.
If I had known how ridiculous your family is, I wouldn't have married.
Ji Yeon, there is a saying that 1,000 generations...
of our kids will be blessed if we're good to our parents.
I don't care.
Anyway, I care more about the blessing I can get now.
Uncle Sang Cheol!
Did you wake up?
Thank you for the hat.
It looks really good on you.
He's been wearing it all day so he could show you.
Gosh.
Breakfast delivery.
Take some money today.
I'll stop making it for you if you say that again.
I feel bad eating it for free.
Here, we'll make it even.
Have one more.
Kang Sang Cheol speaking.
Yes, nurse.
My mother?
All right. I'll be right there.
Chief Director,
is it all right if I leave early today?
What is it? Are you feeling sick?
I have a personal emergency.
Okay. Go ahead.
What could it be?
He has never missed a day before.
Do you want a cup of coffee?
I'd love that.
Welcome.
You're here.
Give me a shrimp cutlet.
What are you doing?
Since you say it's the same, I should try it.
Well? Don't they look and taste the same?
There isn't another place that has the same one as ours.
Our restaurant is the only one.
It's too bad they taste similar.
However, my staff tells me...
that she developed it.
What did you say?
Nothing can be new in this age.
It was just unlucky to have the same menu by chance.
We can only see it as a strange coincidence.
Are you serious?
I was trying to be civil, but this isn't working.
Get up and lead the way.
I have to meet this person.
- Do you really have to go that far? - Of course.
Do you know how hard it is to make a new menu?
Yes, Bang Wool. Show them.
She worked so hard for it.
She's so consistent.
Hurry up.
Fine. Let's get this sorted out down to the roots...
so that we can end it.
I'll be back.
What brings you here, Chief Director?
- Yang Ah Reum. - Yes?
This is the person I told you about yesterday.
She thinks we copied her shrimp cutlet.
I'm sorry, but can everyone else step out for a minute?
I want to talk to her in private.
Did it not get sorted?
Why is she here?
She's still suspicious that we copied her.
She wants to talk to Ah Reum, so I'm letting them meet.
This way, she can't say anything later.
I can just tell that she wants an envelope of money.
I already told the chief director.
Why are you here?
You added roasted soy flour in it, right?
Yes.
- How did you come up with that? - Well...
There wasn't a specific reason.
It just happened while I tried this and that.
You should know since you also develop menus.
It takes a lot of failures to create a new menu.
It just doesn't happen like that.
Look.
I ended up using roasted soy flour...
because they use peanuts in seafood in Thailand,
and lentil powder in fried shrimp batter in India.
Like me, I'm sure you have a reason...
why you used the roasted soy flour.
What was it?
She must be hiding something.
Her eyes are shaking and she's clenching her hands.
Tell me. If it's a coincidence, say something I can believe.
We don't always have to have a story or a reason.
I told you. It just happened while I tried this and that.
Are you kidding me?
Do you expect me to believe that?
It's the truth.
I don't know how this happened, but I didn't copy you.
If you tell me the truth right now, I will forgive you.
It's just one of many menus at a big company like this,
but my life depends on this.
Why are they taking so long? If she says no, that's it.
Should I go in?
Yes. You should go inside.
From what I saw, she looks like the type to yell at Ah Reum.
Just wait.
She's really persistent.
She'll only step back if she can try everything to confirm.
Don't go in and make things more complicated.
Well? Is it true she copied you?
She says she didn't copy me.
Will you give up now?
I'm not so thrilled, but I have no choice since she denies it.
You got to meet her in person. Why aren't you thrilled?
You better not come back to ask for something else.
Am I supposed to get your permission for my feelings?
Anyway, thank you for making the meeting possible.
You can't leave just like that.
Sign this memorandum.
For what?
I did everything you asked me to.
You couldn't find any evidence that we copied the recipe.
Therefore,
I'm telling you to sign this so that you won't make trouble.
I won't sign it.
Why not?
You met her in person. What more do you need?
I wasn't able to prove it today, but I have a feeling.
I won't sign it. At least not today.
Then when will you sign it?
Give me some more time.
You're a rude person.
You insisted that the menu tasted the same at first,
then you agreed to stop after meeting the developer.
What now?
You have a feeling?
I'm sorry that I couldn't keep my word,
but today is not the day.
Once I can get over it, I'll sign it.
When will that be?
- I don't know yet. - Are you out of your mind?
Once the test is over, it'll be on our official menu.
You're trying to play a trick, aren't you?
Are you trying to buy time?
It's not like that.
Just ask for money instead. I will give you.
It's not like that!
All right.
I'm going to be considerate and give you three days.
What if they really didn't?
I could see in her eyes.
She was clenching her hands.
But you can't prove it unless she comes out clean.
You'll have to give up. How will you prove it in three days?
The strange thing is, even when you taste it,
it's really difficult to tell that I used roasted bean powder.
Oh, no.
When customers asked, I told them you used that.
You shouldn't have told them because it's my secret.
I didn't know.
Then it's all my fault.
Where are the surveillance cameras located around here?
There's one on the street and one in the jeweler's.
Doesn't the one on the street for traffic control...
have a better shot of your restaurant?
I can't only see that video when there's a formal investigation.
Please show me yours.
Really? Wait here.
That woman.
Did you find something?
Yes.
You can't see her walking into your restaurant...
because of the angle.
I can at least prove she was in this neighborhood.
Thank you.
Bang Wool.
How's your business today?
Have one of these. I just made them.
I'll have one later. I'm a bit busy.
Don't order dinner. I'll bring you a take-out later.
Ma'am, I was right.
She was here.
- Really? - Please check the receipts.
On this date.
Her name is Yang Ah Reum. We should check the receipts.
The names don't show up on the receipts.
There must be a similar signature.
Maybe she paid with cash.
You're right.
It's too bad, then.
Still, I have to do something.
I hope she used her credit card so you can find her.
Are you a family?
Mom.
Banana.
Age.
Name.
Name?
Name...
I won!
Give me a minute.
Music!
That's not right.
Well...
you can play the game this way, too.
You're cheating, Grandma.
Come on. Say you lost.
Come on.
All right. I lost.
You won.
You're so smart like your dad.
- Honey. - Hi, Grandpa.
Hi, Byeol.
Why are you home already?
Get me a black tie and suit.
Sang Cheol's mother passed away.
She was doing fine. What happened?
Byeol, stay here.
Poor lady.
She's only about my age,
but she passed away in a nursing home.
- I know. - Honey.
I should go, too. Right?
You should stay home with Byeol.
The funeral hasn't been arranged and Dong Min's on his way.
I'll go check first and let you know.
- Bye. - Okay.
Sang Cheol.
Hello.
Why did she pass away so suddenly?
She's been ill for a long time,
so I knew this day would come.
Were you with her when she passed away?
She passed away...
right before I arrived.
Why did she have to go in a hurry like that?
- Go take care of the funeral. - Okay.
I won't hold a funeral.
What do you mean?
Why won't you hold a funeral?
There's nobody to attend the funeral.
Also, I don't want to tell anyone.
They say I can cremate her...
after 24 hours.
I just...
I want to say goodbye to her quietly.
Are you going to be okay with that?
Yes.
If that's your wish,
we'll do it that way.
Come in.
What is it?
Are you free after work?
I'm going home after work.
Great. Have dinner with me then.
It's not right to have dinner with an employee privately.
It's work related.
Chae Rin.
- Hi, how are you? - Hi, Mikhal.
Why are you so late? It's not like you just came back to Korea.
I'm so sorry. I've been pretty busy looking for a job.
- Let me introduce my new boss. - Okay.
Hello, nice to meet you. I'm Mikhal Ashminov.
Nice to meet you, too.
Mikhal, are you going to show us your new dish?
- Absolutely. - I can't wait to try it.
Take your time. I'll bring you the best dishes.
Okay. Thank you.
He's a very famous chef.
We were colleagues in New York.
You have great connections.
I'm surprised.
You'll be more surprised in the future.
I'll look forward to it.
The plagiarized recipe gave you a headache today.
Have some delicious food and relieve stress.
The dishes you taste will...
help you picture the high class restaurant I suggested.
I'll try the dishes.
Excuse me.
Yes, Mr. Kang.
Sir...
I'm sorry but may I please ask for two vacation days?
What's going on? You've never done anything like this before.
I'll tell you all about it when I'm back in Seoul.
If there's anything I can help...
Thank you for your offer, but it's okay.
All right, then.
Is something wrong?
You look down.
Mr. Kang called and asked for a vacation all of a sudden.
He never asked for a day off until today.
I'm a bit worried.
Well... How long has he worked for you?
You seem to care about him a lot.
It's been five years.
He's a very hardworking and earnest man.
Five years... That's around the time we broke up.
Why did he get a job? He was rich.
I met Mr. Kang, thanks for Dr. Han.
- My dad? - Yes.
I must take medication regularly because of a heart problem.
Dr. Han recommended me to hire a personal assistant...
when I collapsed after I missed my medication.
That's what happened.
Your dishes are ready.
Enjoy.
- Go ahead. - Okay.
How are you going to check if that's Yang Ah Reum's signature?
That's what I'm worried about.
I think they must be related to her.
It's not like we can look at the back of her card.
I wish I could just see her sign something.
It's hard to find a solution.
I'll think about it.
You should go home. I'll clean up here.
Thank you.
- Goodnight. - Bye.
Gosh.
My goodness.
Why are you being so nice today?
You must be tired from working.
Gosh.
Your neck is so stiff.
- Are you stressed? - Gosh.
That feels great.
Honey.
Yes?
It's about the shop I talked to you about.
Come on. I said no already.
Honey, it won't be every day.
Ji Yeon is a professional makeup artist.
I'll have her manage the place, and I'll go just a few times a week.
Why do you want to go outside?
I don't want other people to see you.
I want to keep you to myself.
No one will look at me.
Also, our customers will all be women.
You're the only one that looks at me like this.
I'm just an old married woman to everyone else.
Please, Honey.
Gosh.
All right, I'll think about it.
Thank you, Honey.
Come in.
- I'm not interrupting, am I? - No.
Your dad is halfway there to letting me open the shop.
Just let her have it.
Gosh. Why are you two...
teaming up on me now?
By the way,
I heard you suggested for the chief director to get a secretary.
Is he that sick?
He looked normal to me. Is he that ill?
No.
The heart he received settled in very well.
I told him to get a secretary...
because he fainted not long after getting the surgery.
That means he doesn't need one anymore, right?
Why are you asking me about this?
It's nothing. Goodnight.
Why did you ask Dad about his heart?
Does he look sick to you?
The most important thing in a man is health.
It's not that.
I didn't tell you because I thought you'd worry,
but his secretary is Sang Cheol.
What?
Your first love?
Yes.
You must have been shocked.
I was so surprised to see him with the chief director.
The chief director introduced us not knowing our past.
We acted like we were strangers.
He won't tell the chief director about your past, will he?
I don't think so.
I talked to him to keep quiet.
Don't trust him too much and be careful.
It's not a sin to have a past love,
but there's no good in having the chief director find out.
Okay.
Anyway, wasn't he rich?
I thought their family was in construction.
Why is he a secretary?
I don't know. I didn't ask.
I'm home.
Hello. How...
How are you two coming in together?
We met at the door.
Is Father sleeping?
Sang Cheol's mother passed away,
so he went there with Dong Min.
My goodness.
Shouldn't we all go?
No, Sang Cheol doesn't want to hold a funeral.
He told me not to come.
Still...
Anyway, get washed up and go to bed.
I'll sleep with Byeol tonight.
Why is Dong Min there? He's not Sang Cheol's brother.
Gosh. Do you even hear yourself?
Sang Cheol's dad and your father-in-law are childhood friends.
Also, I told you that Sang Cheol is like my son.
Sure, he's like your son. Anyway,
he's not really your son.
I don't want to sleep alone.
Gosh.
I feel so sorry for Sang Cheol.
- Good morning. - Hello.
Did you come home late last night?
Chae Rin and I went to test out a restaurant.
How is it working with her?
I'll have to see.
She's more capable and creative than I thought.
Memory.
All alone in the moonlight
I can smile at the old days
I was beautiful then.
What are you wearing? Go and get changed.
Mom, I found a hobby that will get rid of my depression.
I'm going to become a musical actress.
Hey, do you know how pathetic you sound?
How old are you? Is that all you could think of?
I can even go to college right now. What's wrong?
What about something else?
There are a lot of other things that's more modest.
Mom, I'm serious.
I'm going to do this.
You are...
my life...
and my hope.
You are my love.
The end.
Almighty, thank you. Thank you so much.
Young Sook.
- I'm coming in. - All right.
Stop that.
I get more creative when it's messy.
Are you writing a script for a musical?
Yes.
I'm glad you're doing well.
I was worried after we parted ways last time at the theater.
I can understand my brother.
He already hates that I do musicals,
but he saw me dressed as a woman.
He's still yelling at you...
because he still cares about you.
How is the script this time?
This one is going to be huge.
I feel like I was writing down what someone was telling me.
That's why you were so excited earlier.
Anyway, isn't it hard making a living...
as a musical actor?
Well... I can handle it for now.
I have enough part-time gigs at the dentist. Don't worry.
Actually, I'm planning on opening a hair salon.
I'll become your supporter once I run it.
I give you my blessing for the shop.
Gosh.
What is it?
I thought we already had enough chat last time.
I was rude last time since I was upset.
I came to apologize and buy you tea.
It really isn't necessary.
What would you like?
A rooibos tea.
One rooibos tea and one Americano please.
My wallet...
That's strange.
I'll just pay.
I'm sorry. I'm the one that should be treating you.
(Love is Drop by Drop)
Why are you stopping me? I want to enroll.
Do I need a reason for not wanting to teach?
I don't want to hear it anymore.
Please leave. Okay?
No. I'll learn no matter what.
Chae Rin, let's start over. Please?
Don't be clingy.
I guess you're here to apologize.
You came right in time.
I have something to show you.
It's the evidence showing that Ms. Yang copied my recipe.