You're so silly. Only young people come here. Why did you want to come here?
I'm still young. My body and my heart are still young.
No one can stop you.
I see a lot of young couples come here and...
they look at one another, drink tea, and talk to one another.
I wanted us to feel what they feel when they do that sort of stuff.
If young people see us, they'll laugh at us.
Let them laugh at us.
I'll ask, "Have you been old before?" I've had experience with being young!
To be honest, I like cake a lot more than rice cakes.
I'm like a big kid.
You really do look like a little kid since you keep getting things on your mouth.
Oh, no no. I'll do it myself.
Whether you're old or young, your heart still beats harder when you like someone.
And everyone wants to feed their loved one delicious food.
- Eat a lot. - You should eat up too, Kim Young-hwan.
Should I do that?
Wait a second.
When you're done eating all this...
Did my mother-in-law find a boyfriend?
Really? Does he have a family?
I don't know that.
But I don't think so.
I don't think my mother-in-law would meet someone like that.
Then, what's the problem?
Right? Other than that, there shouldn't be a problem. Right?
Of course not.
But, I feel kind of...
It kind of feels like I have a secret that I shouldn't tell my wife about.
- I wonder why I feel this way. - It's just as you say, it's just a feeling.
Nothing else, right?
It's been found that children who have elderly parents are against them...
dating when we're in an era where single elderly people are on the rise.
Listen to one person's opinion.
My real reason is money.
I'm afraid a female con artist might be trying to swindle my father's money.
My mother, who passed away, didn't get to live in luxury.
So it doesn't feel right for a person...
who shows up suddenly, to receive my father's love and money.
I don't like it at all.
I didn't say anything when they were friendly with one another...
but once their relationship went long-term, they decided to live together.
They decided not to legally marry since my brother and I kept opposing it.
I'm wondering if they need to take it that far when people could say something.
There's also the inheritance problem as well.
My brother volunteered to take care of my mom...
but she didn't want to, so we don't understand it and it's upsetting.
Because of situations like this...
Honey?
Yeah? What?
The news reminded me...
one of my friend's mother lives alone after his father passed away.
He thinks his mom recently began dating again.
Really? So what?
- What do you think? - Good for her. She won't be lonely.
Right?
Then, you know...
what would happen if your mother began dating someone...
My mom has a boyfriend?
I was asking, what if. Plus, how should I know?
Geez, you scared me.
I don't know, I never thought about it.
Think about it now.
Are you bored, honey?
Why should I think about something that won't happen?
No one knows if it will or won't happen.
I know my mom better than you.
Go wash up! Or you sit there and fight with Ik-hee about who uses the shower first.
Fine, okay.
(I don't think I should bring IT up yet)
Honey, is there anything going on with your mother these days?
This is strange, why are you asking about my mom?
Well, I just...
It looks like you haven't gone for side dishes.
That's right! It's time I go get some side dishes, right?
She won't let me come over when I call, she keeps saying she's out.
I'm not saying you need to go over there.
I was wondering if anything was up with her.
Why would you ask that when she lives so close by?
Honey, did you...
Okay. To tell you the truth, yesterday...
Did you have a dream about my mom? A bad dream?
No, it's not like that.
I was just curious since yesterday.
You're so strange sometimes.
If you're complaining about sides dishes, wait one more day.
I'll go today.
Thank you for the meal. May I be excused first?
- Why aren't you eating more? - I'm not hungry.
- Is it because of the side dishes? - It's not that.
Then, why?
You don't need to know, mom.
Then tell me, Ik-hee.
You don't need to know either.
What's wrong?
Do you want some allowance?
It's okay.
I still have some left over.
I'm going to school.
What's wrong with Ik-hee? Did she get bad grade on a test?
What are you talking about? That was a long time ago.
That's right. Plus, she's not the type to lose her appetite over bad grades.
Then, what's wrong with her?
Wait a second, she's been unhappy for a couple of days.
- Did she have a fight with Yoon? - That's good news.
She was talking about getting married to him. So this is a good thing.
Are you being childish and getting jealous?
Getting jealous? Who? When?
Is it because she's a teenager?
- Yoon? - Yeah?
The two of us are really going out, aren't we?
Yes, that's right.
-so how come it always feels like there three of us, instead of two?
What's this? You're usually late.
Why are you going so late, when you're a geek?
I just felt like leaving a bit late today.
Then, be on your way.
Is your boyfriend picking you up again?
What's it to you?
Why? Are you hoping Yoon and I break up?
Look!
Are you satisfied? Are you?
I was just asking, that's all.
Have a good day at school, Na Ik-hee!
Don't fall asleep in class.
Mom! I'm here.
Oh my! Are you making sushi?
- Why sushi all of the sudden? - I was just craving it.
It's the first time I've seen anyone make sushi because they were craving it.
What's with the lunch boxes?
Are you going somewhere with these?
I'm not going anywhere! I said I'm just making them!
Geez, you scared me. Pretend I didn't say anything.
I think I can take your sushi as dinner for us tonight.
Give me some too.
Make your own, it's not one or two rolls!
How will I ever make enough for Chun-il and Ik-hee?
- Did you know, you've been acting strangely? - What about me?
Somehow you're a bit irritable and sensitive at the same time.
It kind of feels like you don't like having us around.
You also don't make side dishes for us.
The way I see, it's definitely...
What? Definitely what?
You definitely have menopause symptoms!
You see? Look at the way your face is getting red too.
What are we going to do? I should buy you some hormone supplements.
Why is it suddenly so hot?
That's another symptom of menopause too.
Your temperature feels like it goes up suddenly and goes down suddenly too.
Do you have any other side dishes?
I have sauteed anchovies. You can take some of that.
That's all you have?
Mom, you have salted Japanese plums. Can I take this too?
My goodness, your door is open.
Are you still making sushi, Ms. Cho?
I told you not to make it, you're just making a fuss.
Let's just go out and buy something good to eat.
My goodness. I didn't know your daughter was here for a visit.
Hello.
I met you last time when my mother-in-law was here.
Oh! Yes, yes. That's right.
I was on my way down and... No. I meant I was on my way up.
- The thing is, Ra-yeon... - My goodness, look at me!
I forgot I need to be home for a delivery.
I'll call you later, mom.
- Have a good time. - Hey! Ra-yeon!
Wait...
What's this?
I accidentally carried this out since I was so confused.
He might be a neighbor, but that doesn't give him the right to barge in.
Why does he want to eat something delicious with her?
No, no.
He's a neighbor, so he could've walked in for a friendly conversation.
Let's not think ahead.
My mom can't be dating anyone. No, I'm sure it's not true.
No, no way.
No...
it can't true, can it?
Can it be true?
I think we might have to change our code words.
Your meows are a bit too obvious, Jung-min.
Your barks are obvious too.
Wow, aren't you being a bit harsh?
- What do I do? - No, I'm talking about our code word.
Why don't we tell everyone?
You just keep saying we'll tell people.
Are you embarrassed to tell people you're dating me?
I want to tell people too...
but it feels a bit odd that we suddenly tell people that we're dating.
It's a bit hectic since our launch date is close too.
After the launch, let's see if there's a good time to tell people.
Really? Are you serious. You promised!
- Does it make you that happy? - Of course it does.
It's like going around and posting that you're mine.
I'm sure of it.
I'm sure, Mr. Na.
- What are you talking about? - When Ms. Ahn meows...
the two of them disappear.
No matter how much I think about it, Ms. Ahn is the cat.
What on earth are you talking about?
I'm being serious.
Isn't that right, Tae-hee?
I'm not sure what you're talking about.
Mr. Park, that's not what's important.
Our new product promotions are more important.
You need to hurry so I can send it to local stores.
Alright.
But I'm telling you, I'm sure.
I heard you start hearing things when you're stressed.
You must be under a lot of stress.
I'm being serious, Mr. Choi.
It's because you guys are dense and I'm not.
- (Already knows) - (Already knows) - (Doesn't know) - (Kind of knows)
Talking bad about someone should be done at company dinners.
You can do plenty of that after we launch our new product.
For now, get some work done.
Yes, sir.
Na Ik-hee!
Hey.
I looked for you everywhere. What are you doing here?
Photosynthesis.
What?
Min-suh...
are you keeping a secret from me?
Me? No, I don't have any secrets.
How can best friends have secrets?
Right?
The way I see it, I don't think you know.
Know what?
Never mind, it's nothing.
What's this? You asked I had any secrets, but you're keeping a secret from me?
It's not like that.
Let's just go through photosynthesis. They say you get happy when you sunbathe.
- But I'm not depressed. - Can you stop?
Okay, okay. Is this all we have to do?
Did it seem like my daughter caught onto us?
I'm not sure. But...
it's not like we're committing a sin.
We're just dating one another.
Would it be so bad if our kids found out?
What good could come out of them knowing?
If you're so proud, does your son and daughter-in-law know?
No, I haven't told them yet.
You see? You're the same.
That's true.
Strangely, I think about what they might think.
- Why do we feel this way? - That's what I'm talking about.
If I'm going to be sorry...
the only person I should apologize to is my husband, who passed away before me.
Why do I feel bad to my kids first?
You lost your husband 13 years ago, so you don't have to feel bad about anything.
I should be the one who feels bad since it's only been 2 years.
No, that's not true. She would understand me.
You understand me, don't you?
I don't think she understands you.
This is the first time a bird has pooped on me.
Geez...
Okay.
It's not like you and I are serious or anything yet.
We're just close friends, that's all.
Is that how you really feel?
Yes.
Why make a fool out of myself by dating when I'm so old?
Let's just be good neighbors...
and good friends from now on.
Do you...
really want to do that?
Yes.
That's what I want to do.
Alright, then.
Ik-hee, how is Gong Yoon doing?
Why are so many people asking about Yoon these days?
Yeah.
Why doesn't he come over?
He's afraid you'd bite him again.
That was so long ago!
Bring him over, I'll be nice to him.
I'll think about it.
I oppose the two of them dating.
- Mom? - You can't change anything by opposing it now!
Why didn't you oppose it when I did?
I'm not talking about Ik-hee!
I'm talking about my mom.
- Grandma? - Honey...
I think my mom is dating someone.
Oh, you found out?
To tell you the truth, I was around her neighborhood a couple of days ago...
What? She really is dating someone?
What? You didn't know already?
Tell me. What is it? What is it?
Well, the thing is...
Why did you bring this over here and not your house?
I felt bad about taking side dishes, so I wanted to make it for you.
But you're not good at cooking.
Why did you buy so much soybeans? This will take half a day!
I wanted to make soup, saute it and marinate it.
It won't be much after it's cooked.
This is so tiring.
I'm already distracted as it is.
Why are you so distracted?
Just because.
Like you said, I must be going through menopause.
Mom.
Don't you...
ever think about dad?
Why bring him up?
- You don't think about him? - Of course I do.
When?
When I eat alone and when I watch TV alone.
When I'm about to fall asleep or when I need to nail something to the wall.
When I need to scratch my back.
I think about him and ask why he left so early and left me to be so lonely.
I think about him when you guys raid my refrigerator too.
If he was here...
I'd ask him to break your wrists and ankles for taking my food.
I'd ask him that.
Geez, mom.
Isn't my mother-in-law strange?
How could she like someone else when she still...
loves my father-in-law so much?
Because it means she's lonely.
- What? - Think about it.
If I'm not lonely, who would I think of?
If she's thinking about him constantly, it means she's constantly lonely.
In other words...
isn't it because she's lonely?
Let's go in, if you're done.
Excuse me, Mr. Choi.
- Yes, Kwi-nam? - Did you know today is Ms. Ahn's birthday?
Really?
Is it already that time of year?
He's right. It's right before summer.
What's this, Kwi-nam? Are you kissing up to your superior?
Tae-hee!
You should learn from Kwi-nam.
You should take care of your superiors like him.
Geez. I also wrote down Mr. Choi...
Mr. Na and your birthday on my calendar as well.
I was thinking we might need to throw a party for Ms. Ahn since it's her birthday.
A birthday party and a company dinner?
Sounds good.
I'd like nothing more, but we need to finish up with our new product line.
Yeah, let's just have some cake today.
I'll buy the cake.
I know a good place and it's on the way to one of my buyers.
I'll buy one on the way back in.
Then, let's make it a surprise party. We won't let her know.
At any rate...
you really know how to make your old mother work.
Why buy so much when they perish so quickly?
How can you even sleep here? How?
Is my battery gone?
Nope, it's still full.
He was cool about turning his back on me as if he wanted this.
Fine. I'm not losing out on anything either.
Here you go. I went out and bought these.
We'll hide behind this and when Ms. Ahn shows up, we'll surprise her and pop these!
Do we have to take it this far to surprise her?
Yeah, let's just have some cake.
Why? You don't want to do it?
I think it'll be fun. When else will be able to do something this cute?
How close is Kwi-nam?
He's almost here.
- What about Ms. Ahn? - I put a note on her desk to come to the conference room.
Now, should we start hiding?
Kwi-nam!
Are you coming back from a buyer?
Yes.
Let's go up.
You go ahead, I'll be right up.
Alright!
Hold on! Let's go together!
When is she going to get here?
She'll be here soon since she was at the Business Strategy Office on the 1st floor.
- Can't we keep the lights on? - No.
We need to turn on the birthday song too.
And then, Kwi-nam will come in with the cake.
Oh my.
Happy birthday to you.
How can you surprise me like this?
It's like I've become the star of a drama since I have a boyfriend.
Ms. Ahn.
I should make a wish before blowing out the candle.
Please let our love last forever and forever.
Why is everyone... here?
What's going on? You two are dating?
- Amazing! - This the biggest twist for me since the movie, "Sixth Sense."
I'm sorry we didn't say anything earlier.
I chased around Ms. Ahn until she gave in.
What's the matter? Two good people are dating. Why would there be a problem?
Congratulations!
Happy birthday and congratulations to both of you guys.
We'll make sure we have a good relationship.
I guess you made everything.
That's why you brought it here. It's almost dinner time. Hurry and take it.
I wanted to make it for you.
You should take more of this.
You bought way too much.
I left some for me.
Go ahead and take it.
Okay, I'll be on my way.
Are you going somewhere tonight?
It's night time. Where would I go?
I know. You should stay home.
- I'm leaving. - Go ahead.
- Stay home, okay? - Okay.
It's almost night, where did he go?
I'm not bringing this over because I like you or anything.
I brought it over because we're neighbors and friends.
Where's Min-suh?
I wanted to talk to you alone.
Is something wrong?
Yoon...
are you keeping something from me?
What?
I'm wondering if you have anything to say to me.
If you do, tell me now. If you tell me now, I might be okay with it.
What are you talking about?
Well...
I wanted to know if you were upset with me or didn't like something about me.
You're so odd.
I don't have anything like that.
The bell is ringing. Let's go in.
I can tell your mom made this when I taste it.
- You're right. - Did you talk with your mom?
- I couldn't bring it up. - Why?
I couldn't get myself to verify it with her.
I might be too upset if it was true.
Your mother has her own life to live too.
Honey, how could she like someone else...
when she had my father?
It's been 13 years since your mother became a widow.
I know.
That's why I live close by and go over everyday so she doesn't feel lonely.
To me, my father and mother are...
like one set.
One set, like these chopsticks.
Mom and dad until the day they die.
And my sister and I are one set as well.
Now, you're just being greedy, honey.
And you're no longer a part of that set anymore.
Me, Ik-hee and you, honey. That's what your set looks like now.
I don't know. I don't like it at all.
I feel bad for my dad and it upsets me.
I don't like it at all.
What's wrong with you?
What about you, mom?
I'm like this...
because need to verify a truth I don't want to.
Me too.
I really think I should verify a truth I don't want to.
Yoon, can you tell me the truth?
Do you like Min-suh...
- Should I not find out the truth? - Should I not find out the truth?
Why are you here so early and what's all this again?
I came over so I could make side dishes with you.
You're going to make me do everything like yesterday?
No, no. Today, we'll do it together. We'll cook together.
(Everyone: You're watching Ms. Cho cook so hard that Dae Jang-geum would cry)
Give it to me. I'm leaving.
Get going and don't come back tomorrow so I can get some rest.
No! I'll be back if I miss you.
I don't miss you. All I do is work when I see you.
Go.
Go in.
Ms. Cho!
Long time no see.
Yes.
You must be busy.
My friend asked me to come over so I went over to the senior citizen center.
You mean the new friend you made?
The friend who gave you side dishes and kimchee?
What a great friend.
I keep saying I don't need it but...
my friend keeps saying widows need to take care of one another.
Go ahead, eat until you burst.
What's wrong with her? I'm the one who is more upset.
- Your mother made all of this? - Yeah.
I don't have anymore side dishes to make.
What excuse should I give to see her tomorrow?
Just acknowledge it and accept it.
- Could you do it if it was you? - Yeah.
I'm going to get my mom married if my father passes away.
Someone better and much more richer than my dad.
You say that now.
Mom, make sure grandma doesn't get a boyfriend.
- What? - You feel this way because you feel bad toward grandpa, right?
Well, I guess you could say that's a part of it.
Later on, if dad passes away before you do...
I'm going to keep my eye on you forever.
Since I would feel bad for dad.
That's not too bad.
I raised my daughter pretty well.
- Are you to going to be like this? - What?
You have to live the rest of your life as my mom and as dad's wife.
Isn't that what moms are supposed to do?
What did you want to talk about?
I always thought...
that you would...
always live as my mom and as dad's wife until the day you died.
After I got married and had Ik-hee...
I let go of my name...
and lived as a mom and wife.
So that's why I thought you had to do the same.
What's all this nonsense about?
I bet you've been...
really lonely these past years.
I hope you meet someone nice.
Live your life the way you want as Ms. Cho Boo-gi.
What are you talking about?
Who would I meet, my goodness.
Mr. Kim from upstairs. I already know.
It's okay.
You're too late.
Someone has already...
snatched him up.
What?
- Mr. Kim has another girlfriend? - I think so.
It looks like someone is already taking care of him with all their heart.
I thought he was handsome. Is he some kind of player?
I don't think so.
If you were going to be so open, you should've done it earlier.
It was hard for me to come to this decision too.
Thank you for understanding, Ra-yeon.
If you're done...
go home, so I can get some rest.
And also...
if...
if there's a chance...
I start dating again...
could you...
keep it a secret from your sisters and kids...
for me?
Okay?
Okay.
Mom, make sure you get a good hold of Mr. Kim.
I'm rooting for you.
Okay, root for me.
Isn't Kim Young-hwan so funny?
He is. He's so amicable and funny, I laughed until my stomach hurt.
Damned old geezer!
He was singing "Because You're My Woman" one minute...
but I guess he's keeping tabs on his popularity here too.
Wait, wait!
Ms. Cho! What brings you here?
Did you...
come here looking for me?
Why would I do that? Of course not.
I stopped by while I was passing through here.
I was curious what the senior citizen center looked like.
I guess you're practically living here.
No, no. I came here to return the dishes my friend gave me.
I see.
Then have a great time hanging out with that friend who cares about you so much.
Ms. Cho!
If you're going home, let's go together.
I'll just go in and tell them I'm leaving.
You must be Ms. Cho who lives downstairs from him.
My goodness, I've heard so much about you.
You're as pretty as he said.
My name is
Oh Choon-bong.
I see.
Hello.
Ms. Cho, this is the friend who gave me kimchee and side dishes. It's Mr. Oh.
You mean the widower you were talking about?
I guess we're all in the same situation.
I live with my son and his wife.
We'll be on our way, so I'll see you next time.
- Let's go. - Wait! Why don't you hangout?
I heard that the two of you were friends.
I think the three of us can all be friends.
My goodness!
Mr. Choi!
You're being too pushy on the first time. You're burdening Ms. Cho!
Do you think so? It's because you're so beautiful.
I think I've fallen in love on first sight.
My goodness! Geez!
Then, how about the two of you just be friends...
and you can go on drives and go eat delicious food with me.
Excuse me...
I...
- already have a boyfriend. - Excuse me?
I have a boyfriend...
who is 2 years younger than me and even sings songs to me.
That's right, Mr. Oh.
Ms. Cho already has a boyfriend. What's wrong with you?
Ms. Cho, let's get going.
- I'll see you again. - You're not going to see him again!
Now, we're leaving. Okay?
- This way. - Wait! Ms. Cho! Ms. Cho!
I'll hug you so tight it'll make you realize that I'm a man!
- Do I really have to write this? - Of course. Hurry and write it.
I, Na Chun-il...
Write it nicely. Nicely!
vow, that if in any way, Maeng Ra-yeon departs this earth earlier than me...
Can't you write faster?
I will only miss Maeng Ra-yeon for the rest of my life until the day I die.
I swear I will live a life of solitude...
until the day people can find crystals within my body.
That's right.
Wait, you're willing to accept your mom's love...
but why not mine?
I can't accept it since you've treated me so badly all your life.
If you meet another woman...
I'll become a ghost and haunt you for the rest of your life.
If you're done writing, put your fingerprint there.
Right there.
(Episode 29: I have a lover)
(Episode 30 will air shortly)