I told you that you can't go through with this.
Why are you like this?
You and Grandma keep saying I can't marry Soo In.
Her mother's the only person I can lean on.
I need you to understand.
Mr. Kim.
Come in.
Mother.
How are you?
Mr. Jang.
Do you know each other?
What? Yes, we do.
How do you know each other?
We're from the same hometown.
Are you from Haeju as well?
Yes.
So am I.
You too?
Yes.
Mr. Jang, this is Soo In's mother.
I see that now.
It's so fascinating that you know each other.
Did I interrupt an important conversation?
No, you didn't.
You can go and see the clients.
Yes, sir.
I was just about to head to Incheon to see you.
Were you?
Why are you here?
Did Soo In tell you something?
Yes.
Are you very upset?
I'm so sorry to cause you concern over a matter like this.
Don't be.
Actually, I just met Soo In.
I came here...
hoping to ask you not to give up on Soo In.
I was going to plead.
I won't give up on her. Don't worry, Mother.
But then, now that I saw you face to face,
I think that maybe I was selfish and put Soo In first.
You must be in such a tight spot.
I feel guilty and worried now.
Did you hear something within the company?
Don't worry about that. I'm fine.
Tae Soo told me that your husband was framed.
Your whole family must have suffered because of that.
I don't want to put both you or Soo In in a more difficult place.
I will persuade my grandmother. Trust me and wait a little longer.
Why were you going to come to see me?
Soo In seems to be very stressed.
I was going to ask you to help her stay strong.
Thank you so much for coming to see me first.
You're such a great help.
Help Soo In to stay strong and not give in.
Don't worry. Everything will be fine.
Mr. Jang.
Madam Lee.
So...
If you're free, do you think we could talk?
When we met before,
I wondered if you were possibly working at Chungil Flour.
I didn't think you worked so closely with Mr. Kim.
I do. I'm his assistant.
Are you?
Is Mr. Kim really also from Haeju?
Yes, that's what I heard.
Hearing that Mr. Kim from Haeju...
made me think of my son.
The baby I lost during the war.
If he were still alive,
he'd be Mr. Kim's age.
I had no idea that you are Soo In's mother,
Madam Lee.
I'm sure you didn't.
Did you come to see Mr. Kim to discuss their relationship?
Yes.
May I ask what you talked about?
To be honest,
I came as the mother of the bride, concerned that...
their relationship would falter.
But seeing how determined and resolute Mr. Kim is...
made me feel both guilty and grateful.
Madam Lee.
I'm not sure how this will sound,
but do you think you could give up?
What?
I know this will sound hurtful,
but I work at Chungil Flour and I must put...
the company and Mr. Kim's interests first.
To be honest, the rumor of his marriage to your daughter...
is already hurting our reputation as well as his.
Madam Lee, are you aware that Mr. Kim's...
only family is Chungil's chairperson?
Yes, that's what I heard.
You're a mother yourself, so you must understand...
how our chairperson must feel.
She has no other heirs.
Mr. Kim is all she has left.
She is very concerned and strongly against this marriage.
I'm sure she is.
Do you think you could talk to Soo In?
I'm afraid pushing ahead will only cause more pain for them both.
I don't think they will ever get...
the chairperson's blessing.
I heard there will be a seminar for the congressmen.
Spend that on the funds.
You didn't have to contribute.
I should do anything I can for our party.
I will mention your great deed to the others.
You have such a great reputation that I don't even need to.
You flatter me.
Reputations are so easy to lose.
I got this far relatively unscathed thanks to your help and guidance.
I might as well mention that...
many politicians fell from grace because of money or morals.
Congressman Choi was convicted of bribery...
and lost his seat.
I heard.
Once the campaigning starts, your opponent will do all he can...
to find something to use against you.
You must keep your wits about you.
I will, sir.
Did you have a chat?
Yes. Congressman Park pleaded me not to do anything...
my opponents could use against me.
Once a politician loses his reputation, there's no recovery.
You're right. We can't risk letting everything...
you worked for going down the drain now.
That's why I'm not sure if it's safe for us to use...
the foundation's money.
I can't say there's no risk,
but it's the only way to procure your campaign funds.
That's true. Make sure the orphanage directors keep quiet.
We can't let a word of this get out. Do you understand?
Yes. I'll be extra careful so nothing goes wrong.
(Chungil Flour)
How do you know Soo In's mother?
She called you "Mr. Jang".
Were you close?
No. It's just that's what everyone in Haeju called me back then.
I see.
Did Soo In's mother know my grandma?
No, she didn't.
I see. It's still an interesting coincidence.
Soo In's mother's also from Haeju.
I never thought we'd all be from the same town.
Mr. Kim.
Donghwa Baking's entering for a UNICEF bid.
Flour from most of the milling companies are cheaper.
I don't think we will win the bid.
Do you still think I should have gone lower?
To tell you the truth, I do.
This deal could be a great opportunity for us.
I know. I want to win the bid and prove that I can do well...
and that my private life doesn't affect my work.
But I can't turn against my father's principles for that.
I know how concerned you and Grandma are for me.
But I'd like you to wait and believe in me like you did until now.
Yes, sir.
I told Soo In's mother that...
I will protect the people I love, Soo In and my grandma,
as well as Chungil, my company.
But I will do it my way. The way I see fit.
I won't break the rules.
It's very late. You should go home.
Yes, sir.
You feel warm.
Do you have a headache?
- No. - You don't?
Let's not kick off your blanket tonight, just to be safe.
Okay, Mom.
Soo In, there's a call for you.
I'm so sorry.
It's fine, take it.
Hello?
It's me.
Mr. Kim.
What were you doing? Did you eat dinner?
Yes.
How is Ji Hoon?
I'd love to see you both, but I'm swamped with work.
I'll visit tomorrow when I can.
No, I'd rather you not.
Don't say that. I'll still come over.
I called because I wanted to hear your voice.
Don't worry about anything and sleep well.
See you tomorrow. Bye.
I just don't understand you.
I married the Ko family's eldest son...
and gave birth to three sons.
It's not that hard to have a kid. What is your problem?
I'm sorry.
My son Dae Bong is a great man.
He rose to factory manager on his own.
I let you marry my precious son...
for one reason only.
I chose you because you looked like...
you'd pop kids out one after the other.
I can't believe you stabbed me in the back.
I'm sorry, Mother. I'm not good enough.
Mom, will you please stop?
Dal Ja did nothing wrong.
Keep quiet. How dare you defend your wife in front of your mother.
She doesn't have a care in the world...
because you're so supportive of her.
If you have problems, release my son so he can...
have a son out of wedlock.
Why are you controlling him if you can't do that much?
Mom.
What are you saying?
Did I say something I shouldn't have?
Your wife can't bear you children.
You should find a woman who can.
We need a son to carry on the family name.
I can't stand to hear what she's saying.
I should...
Don't go in there. Hold back.
You'll only make things worse for Dal Ja.
Yes, Dong Chul. Hold back.
What a mess.
Slow down, will you?
I feel sorry for Dal Ja.
Her mother-in-law's berating her for not having children.
Was she very mean?
Her voice was so loud we could hear her in the yard.
It can't be helped. I'm sure she's just upset.
I feel so sorry for my sister.
I thought all would be well if she got married.
We just ended up with another worry.
It won't go on forever. I'm sure things will get better.
She just has to be strong until then.
My goodness.
Let's give it some time.
We must.
Oh dear.
Se Young, shall we go shopping if you're free tomorrow?
What? Did you say something?
What were you thinking about?
Is something bothering you?
Don't keep it to yourself. Talk to me.
The thing is...
I met Soo In.
Who? Soo In?
Where'd you meet her?
In Seoul.
She's in Seoul?
How was she? Does she look like she's okay?
I don't know, but she has...
I'm home, Mother.
Welcome home. What about dinner?
I ate with some clients.
Mom, I'll go to my room.
Se Young says she met Soo In.
Did you two argue about that?
Is she upset because you met with Soo In behind her back?
No. I didn't meet her.
Then why is she upset?
I have no idea.
She met Soo In in Seoul.
I think that's why she's upset.
You should talk to her.
I will.
What did they talk about that upset Se Young so much?
You still have a fever. This won't do.
Ji Hoon, let's see a doctor before you get too sick.
I don't like hospitals.
Too bad. I don't like seeing you sick.
You need to see a doctor to get better.
If you don't see one now, you might get really sick later.
Let's go today.
Okay, Mom.
You're such a good boy.
Se Young, why are you here?
How are you?
You went to Seoul yesterday.
How do you know that?
I came by yesterday to see you.
Didn't Dal Ja tell you?
She didn't.
You wanted to see me? About what?
To ask you something.
Did you see Soo In?
Soo In?
You did.
Dal Ja and Dae Bong hadn't heard from her.
I guess she contacted just you and Jung In.
- Se Young. - Don't be so shocked.
I met Soo In as well.
And saw her son.
Oh, I see.
Do you know whose kid he is?
What do you mean?
You sound flustered.
I'm just asking what you know about Soo In's husband.
You and Jung In too.
I think everyone's hiding something.
Why is everyone so hesitant to talk about the dad?
Why would I hide anything from you?
I'm just flustered because you barged in asking about it.
Can I have some soup?
Sure, just a moment.
I'm busy. Can you come by another time?
This is what I collected from four orphanages.
I will collect the rest tomorrow.
Well done.
Are you sure the directors will keep quiet?
Of course.
If they blab, not only will they lose their money,
but their livelihoods as well.
You don't need to worry.
(Blue Moon Restaurant)
Call when you have the rest.
Yes, sir. Goodbye.
Chungil Flour.
Hello.
Right now? Okay.
You want to sign with us?
Yes. You look like you weren't expecting it.
I wasn't.
Why did you decide to do business with us?
The other companies focused mostly on lowering their prices.
You offered a reasonable price...
and also guarantee the quality and compensate when needed.
Right.
This is a government contract funded by UNICEF.
We need a trustworthy partner like Chungil Flour.
Thank you so much.
We'll make it up to you by providing our best flour.
I hope you'll do just that.
Was the injection painful?
Just a little.
Was it? You're a big boy now if you don't mind shots.
Seon Woo.
How have you been?
- I'm fine. - Ji Hoon.
You can call me "Dad" instead of "Seon Woo".
Can I really?
Mr. Kim.
Why not? I'll be his dad soon.
Right? You can call me "Dad" now.
Okay, Dad.
Jung In, don't you get off for lunch soon?
Let's all go out for lunch.
What? Oh...
Sure.
Eun Young, I'm going out for lunch.
Enjoy your lunch.
Soo In, let's go.
Do you mind?
(Shinchon Boutique)
Dad, what will we eat?
What do you want?
I'll buy you whatever you want.
He likes Chinese food. Let's have Chinese.
Shall we?
You can go ahead.
Why?
She must have something to do.
Let's go ahead and wait, okay?
Don't take too long.
Isn't he the CEO of the sewing factory?
Is he your husband?
And your kid's dad?
Yes.
Really? Then you should have just told me so.
Why did you hide it from me?
I had the wrong idea for no reason.
I told you that I don't have to tell you anything.
Is it because I slapped you in front of him?
You saw us together for yourself. Don't show up like this ever again.
I really don't like seeing you.
Do you think I like seeing you? I feel uncomfortable too.
If you hadn't given me the wrong idea,
I wouldn't have come here looking for you.
I have to go.
Soo In's taking her time.
She won't be long.
- Mom. - Ji Hoon.
Join us. Did you have urgent business?
Not really.
Seon Woo, are you here because you missed my sister?
Yes. I also have good news I'd like to share with you.
Won't you ask me about it?
I've been working on it for a while.
We won the right to supply flour to a project UNICEF is funding.
Did you really?
It must be huge if UNICEF is backing it.
That's great news.
Isn't it?
Yes, it is.
I wanted to succeed this more than anything.
I wanted to show you that...
with you, Soo In, I can do anything.
I'm doing much better at my job...
than you think I'm doing.
Come in.
Where were you? You'd gone out.
I had lunch with Soo In.
Mr. Jang told me about the contract with Donghwa Baking.
Well done.
Thank you.
I'll do as you want and keep Chungil going strong.
I'll also make sure to expand.
Can you please accept Soo In?
I said I can't.
Must you go on torturing me?
Could you please meet with Soo In's mother?
You will change your mind.
Do you mean you met her mother already?
Yes. I'd like you to meet and talk to her.
What on earth could we talk about?
Tae Soo said that Soo In's father was framed.
You could ask Soo In's mother whatever you want,
whatever's bothering you, and get your facts straight.
It's not such a big thing to ask. Just meet the lady.
You can do that much for me.
Please, Grandma.
Ji Hoon, you can't call Seon Woo Dad from now on, okay?
Why not? He said I can call him that.
You still can't. He isn't your dad.
He said he will be my dad.
He isn't yet, so you can't call him that.
You're a good boy, so do as Mom says.
Okay, Mom.
Is something the matter?
Don't even talk about it.
Did you and your wife have a fight?
I didn't fight with Dal Ja.
My mom came to see us and caused a fuss.
Oh dear. Was it about having kids?
Yes. My mom keeps scolding Dal Ja.
I'm caught in-between.
I feel sorry for you.
It can't be helped.
- Uncle. - Se Young.
- Are you back from class? - Yes.
Where's Jeong Wook?
Mr. Choi? He should be in the office. Have a look.
Okay.
She's in a good mood.
She must be happy.
Are you busy?
Not right now.
Where's my dad?
He went to see a client. Why are you here?
Am I not allowed to be here?
I dropped by after class because I wanted to see you.
I'd been upsetting you, hadn't I?
Seeing Soo In made me feel uncomfortable.
I'm sorry if I upset you.
It's fine. Are you feeling better now?
Yes. I'm done tormenting both you and me with pointless worries.
I'll let you get back to work.
See you later.
Dad, what will we eat?
What do you want?
I'll buy you whatever you want.
Tae Soo said that Soo In's father was framed.
You could ask Soo In's mother whatever you want,
whatever's bothering you, and get your facts straight.
You can do that much for me.
Come in.
Did you ask for me?
Yes.
Get my car.
I'm going to Incheon.
Yes, ma'am.
Where is Dal Ja?
To a temple with her mother-in-law.
To a temple? What for?
To pray.
What? To pray?
Dal Ja must be stressed out already.
Some things are out of our hands. Why can't the old hag give up?
I think Dal Ja is very stressed out.
It's so upsetting.
Are you leaving?
Yes. I hope you can manage alone until Dal Ja returns.
See you.
What a mess.
Welcome.
Mother.
You... You're...
Then... Are you...
Did you get the photos?
Do you think you can threaten me with these?
He's entering the general election. Won't this hurt him?
You messed up again!
Il Joo and my son might be alive.
She got it so terribly wrong about me.
Aren't you Master Kim's daughter-in-law?
Why don't we tell him everything?
I think there was a misunderstanding.
Have you lost your mind?
Are you talking about my mom?