Soo In.
(Episode 72)
I...
love you.
What?
I held back from telling you this for so long.
But now I must tell you.
I don't want to lie about how I feel about you.
Mr. Kim, what are you talking about?
I know you're confused.
When you suddenly left the sewing factory,
that's when I realized that...
I was in love with you.
From then until now, my feelings for you haven't changed.
I loved you with all my heart...
and I will.
Mr. Kim, this makes no sense.
You should go and meet your in-laws.
Madam Cho will be waiting.
I won't go.
Mr. Kim, please.
I said I won't go.
I say we all leave.
Grandpa, let's wait a bit longer. I'm sure Seon Woo has a reason.
Yes, I'm sure there's a reason he still isn't here.
But he hasn't even called us here.
I don't think he will show up today.
I am so sorry.
I think something came up that he couldn't get out of.
Would you stay for dinner at least?
I am in no mood to join you for a meal.
I think we should part ways today. Goodbye.
Sorry. I'll talk to my grandpa and parents.
Please do. Now go on. Don't make them wait.
Okay. Tell Seon Woo to call me.
I'm sorry, Hee Joo.
Where on earth is he?
Hello, madam.
What are you doing here?
Mr. Kim told me to come over.
He's at the hospital right now.
What? Why? Did he get hurt?
No, he isn't hurt at all.
Soo In fainted.
- Soo In? - Yes.
Mr. Kim took Soo In to hospital and...
asked me to look after Ji Hoon.
Did he?
I'll pretend I heard none of this.
Madam Cho would have a stroke if she heard this.
Don't ever say this to me again.
Soo In.
If you keep this up, Ji Hoon and I will have...
no choice but to leave your home.
I won't let you leave just like that.
We can move out together. I will look after you and Ji Hoon.
Mr. Kim, why are you doing this?
I told you, I love you, Soo In.
Do you know how hard it was to hide how I felt for the past four years?
To be honest, I treated Ji Hoon...
like he was my own.
I know you don't dislike me.
I do not love you.
I know you're a good person, but to me,
you're just my boss.
That's fine.
Now that you know I love you,
I want you to try to see me in a new light.
However long it takes, I can wait until you fall in love with me.
Mr. Kim.
I have no intention of marrying anyone other than you.
I'm going to tell Hee Joo I can't marry her.
No. If you do that, Madam Cho will really faint.
Please stop this, Mr. Kim. Change your mind.
No, I can't. I won't.
Mr. Kim, why are you making things so hard for me?
I'm really sorry if I made things hard for you.
But this is how I feel.
- Tae Soo. - Soo In.
Hello, sir.
How did you find us here?
Madam Cho sent me.
How are you?
I'm fine now.
Madam Cho wants to see you at home.
I will stay here. You should go.
Okay. Look after Soo In for me.
I'll be back tomorrow. Get some rest.
You don't look too good. Shall I call the doctor for you?
No thanks.
I'm okay.
I'm home.
Come and sit down.
Okay.
How is Soo In? What happened?
She was very weak.
She'd been pale ever since yesterday.
Is she okay now?
Yes. It's exhaustion and a couple of days' rest should help.
Okay. Soo In suddenly needed help...
and you weren't able to show up. I can understand that.
But you could have called us, couldn't you?
You're meeting your future in-laws for the first time.
How dare you insult them like this.
I'm sorry.
You insulted them terribly this time.
Call and apologize to Chairman Han,
explain everything to Hee Joo, and set up another meeting, okay?
I'll deal with it.
I had a long and stressful day. I need to get some rest.
Seon Woo realized as soon as he saw Soo In passed out that...
he couldn't live without her.
He also realized that he can no longer go on hiding...
how he felt about her.
The future could be very tough,
but Seon Woo tells himself that he will fight through it.
Dad, about Jeong Shik's factory.
I'd like to look for one.
Okay, you do that.
Can I?
Yes. I heard you lost out on a very nice one.
There must be a nicer factory out there.
Be cautious and take your time.
I will. Thank you, Dad.
Jeong Wook, I'll tell your brother.
Okay. Thank you, Father.
Sure.
Where's Man Pyo? Doesn't he want breakfast?
He didn't say that. Where is he?
Good morning.
What took you so long?
Are you wearing cologne?
Yes. Doesn't it smell nice?
Did you pour the whole bottle?
You're stinking up the whole house.
You never wore cologne.
I didn't, but I will from now on.
I got it as a present for a birthday that...
none of you remembered.
Are you still upset about that?
No, I'm not a kid.
It helped me reach a realization.
I thought that everyone here...
was my family, but I was wrong.
I plan to start my own family.
Are you dating someone?
I guess you'll find out in due time.
Shall we eat, then?
1, 2...
Dal Ja, what's wrong? Is something bothering you?
No, it's nothing, really.
I haven't had my period yet.
What? Then do you think...
It can't be. My periods are very irregular.
Why don't you go and see a doctor?
No. I'll only get disappointed if the doctor says I'm not pregnant.
I'll wait a bit and if I still don't get it, I'll see a doctor then.
I hope we get some good news this time.
I really hope so too.
Are you off to get groceries?
Yes.
Give me that. I'll go.
Congressman Seo has no weakness?
From what I know so far, he doesn't.
He was born into a rich and good family.
He had no interest in bribes or favors.
Everyone has a weakness if you look hard enough.
Look harder and find something I can use.
If not, make something up.
Yes, sir.
I'm meeting the chair of the nomination board later today.
What do you have?
There's an issue he just can't seem to solve.
I think you could solve it for him.
What is it?
The Nambu shantytown was recently cleared for redevelopment.
They're trying to evict residents to build an apartment complex there.
The residents are refusing.
What does the chairperson have to do with that?
From the redevelopment grant to Incheon Construction's winning bid.
He's involved in them all.
Oh, I see.
He can only get his payment once construction begins...
and the resisting residents are causing a delay, is that it?
Yes. If you were to solve that problem for him,
the chairperson will have no choice but to guarantee your nomination.
Mr. Jung, say hello.
This is Lee Joon Bae, chair of the nomination board.
Nice to meet you. I'm Jung Jae Man, a chair of a district chapter.
I was reluctant to meet just one candidate in private,
but Congressman Park insisted.
I see. Thank you for agreeing to meet me.
What do you have to say to me?
I heard a redevelopment project you're working on...
hit some roadblocks.
How did you know about that? Did you have someone investigate me?
No, no. I was looking for a way to help you...
and came across the information.
I had no idea of that until you brought it up.
This is how much Mr. Jung cares about those...
he works with.
Since you already know, I might as well tell you.
The people won't leave the slum.
It's such a hassle.
I would like to help you with that.
I will get them to sign a contract...
saying they will leave without causing you any trouble.
How will you do that?
Deal with the people who won't...
leave the slum.
That's the only way to get them to leave.
That won't be a problem.
Just how far do you want us to go while "dealing" with them?
Give them a scare.
Make them think something terrible could happen if they resist.
Create fear in them.
However, no one can get hurt.
Very well. I'll tell my men so.
Just to be safe, make sure that...
none of this can be traced back to you.
You can't make a mistake. Do you understand?
Yes, I do.
Welcome. Have a seat.
Give me some soup.
I won't be long.
Wait. Are you...
It's you. Master Kim's daughter-in-law.
It really is you.
My goodness, ma'am.
Do you live here?
Yes. Do you live in Incheon now?
No, my daughter does and I'm here to visit.
I can't believe we got to meet again.
How have you been?
I've been well.
You're still so beautiful.
Your husband was devoted to you.
I thought you two would be happy forever.
I heard your mother-in-law treated you so harshly,
it was almost impossible.
It's all in the past.
You lost everyone in the war...
including your baby son.
It must've been so hard.
Humans are tough creatures. I managed to move on somehow.
You have no idea how I felt when I had to...
tell you that your family had been killed.
I owe you so much.
I wouldn't be here if it hadn't been for you.
I know. What would've happened if you'd gone through with it?
I understand how you felt, but the living must go on living.
You're right. And now look. We met each other again.
I can't believe we met again.
It's so good to see you.
Thanks for the meal.
If you come to Seoul, call the number I gave you, okay?
I will. You must come by when you next visit your daughter.
I will. Let's stay in touch and meet up sometimes.
Yes, we must.
It's so good to see a familiar face again.
- I have to go. - Take care.
- Bye. - Bye.
Go on inside.
Bye.
Who was that? Was she from your hometown?
We used to be neighbors before the war broke out.
I see.
Does that mean she's from Haeju too?
Yes.
I know nothing about you other than that you're from Haeju.
Were you and that lady very close?
She saved my life during the war.
Did she?
Yes.
I lost my whole family in a bombing while fleeing south...
and tried to kill myself.
Oh no. I didn't know.
What family do you mean?
I was married once before the war.
Oh, you were married before?
Yes.
My mother-in-law, husband, and son all died,
so I tried to kill myself because I lacked the courage to survive.
That lady saved me.
I didn't know you had gone through all that.
I'd told Soon Ok about this...
but not you.
How old was your son then?
Two weeks old.
My mother-in-law had promised to give him a good name...
but then the war broke out.
I never even got to say his name before he died.
That's terrible.
Your story's just so gut-wrenching.
Ms. Oh. I did a lot of thinking last night.
About what?
What do you think? About your feelings for me.
I know how you feel. I think you're good enough for me.
What? What are you talking about?
You like me.
I will accept and return those feelings.
Mr. Hong, did you have something weird for lunch?
Who likes whom?
You like me.
That's why you got me a birthday gift and cold medicine.
My word.
You got it all wrong.
I got the cologne for free at a store...
and gave it to you because it was for men,
and the cold medicine was from a batch I had lying around.
How did you know my birthday, then?
I have a great memory.
I remember all my regulars' birthdays and get them gifts.
I didn't just get you a present.
- You cutie. - What?
Are you that ashamed to admit you like me?
You just follow my lead.
We're both relatively old. Let's get married within the year.
Mr. Hong! You could really ruin my reputation.
You're really wrong.
Am I really wrong?
Yes.
Mr. Hong, we have to deliver 10 boxes in total today, right?
Mr. Hong.
Mr. Hong!
What? Did you call me?
Why are you so deep in thought? Is something bothering you?
Let's say there's this woman.
She gives a sick man some medicine...
as well as a birthday present when he didn't say it's his birthday.
What does that mean?
She must like the guy.
That's it, isn't it?
Of course. Who would give medicine to a man she doesn't care about?
Remembering someone's birthday is a huge deal as well.
See? I was right.
She pretended I was wrong and I got so confused.
I knew it. Oh well.
Were you talking about yourself?
Yes.
Someone must like you. Who is it?
It's...
Never mind.
Who is it? Please tell me.
I think she's a bit...
She's a bit shy. I'll tell you later.
Thanks for everything, Tae Soo.
You're welcome.
I got tomorrow off and I plan to visit Incheon.
Really?
I called and didn't visit anyone last time.
I thought Young Sun would be worried.
Do you want to visit?
If you can't take Ji Hoon, how about you go alone?
I don't have the courage yet.
Okay. I'll go and see how everyone's doing.
Thank you.
And sorry.
Soo In.
What?
About Mr. Kim.
What? What about him?
It's just that...
he's worried about you.
I see.
I'm sorry I didn't show up yesterday.
Were you in trouble?
No, but we need to talk.
I need to say something that I know you won't want to hear.
What is it?
Can we call off...
talks of our wedding?
I was hoping that would be the one thing you never said.
I'm really sorry, Hee Joo.
Is it about Soo In?
How do you know that?
I was right.
The way you looked at her slightly worried me.
I'm sorry. This is all my fault.
Yes, you're right to say it's all your fault.
If you liked Soo In, you shouldn't have dragged it on with me.
You shouldn't have made me...
love you and make it harder for me to leave you.
But that is love...
and because it's love, I can't say I'm angry.
Because it's about love.
You know it won't be easy,
don't you?
Yes. I'm prepared for what will come.
I will tell my family that I fell out of love for you.
No. This is all on me.
Blame it on me. I'll take it.
I'm doing this to save my pride, not for your sake.
I can't bruise my ego by saying I got dumped.
Let me do as I want. I will have my way.
Okay.
I'm really sorry about this.
I want to wish you luck with your ladylove,
but I don't think I'll be able to.
I regret it now.
I should have accepted the verbal proposal without the gift.
I'm sure we will meet again one day.
I wish you health and happiness until then.
Goodbye.
Mom.
Hello, Ji Hoon. I'm home, ma'am.
Welcome home. Are you feeling better?
Yes. I'm really sorry for causing you concern.
You didn't.
Where is Mr. Kim?
He said he'll meet up with Hee Joo.
He might be late.
I see.
You must be tired. Go and rest.
I will, thank you.
(Shine Restaurant)
Mr. Jang, I told Soo In how I feel.
That I like her.
What?
Mr. Kim.
I thought I could make it work if I tried.
I just can't do it.
Marrying a woman to start a family when I love someone else...
just feels wrong.
What will you do about Madam Cho?
It will be a disaster if she finds out about this.
That's why I need you on my side.
Soo In turned me down.
I can't stand it if you turn against me too.
My goodness. How...
How come you are just like your father?
I know. When my dad wanted to marry my mom,
I heard that Grandma strongly disapproved.
I love like my dad did because I'm his son.
Mr. Kim.
Mr. Jang, I want to marry the woman I love like my dad did.
Can you please help me?
Oh dear.
Cheers.
Eat all you want, Tae Soo.
Thanks, Dong Chul.
Jung In and Ms. Oh said they'd come home early...
to see you, but they must be busy.
You can see them tomorrow.
Sure.
I don't dare ask how you've all been.
You should've come by sooner.
Do you know how much Soon Ok wanted to see you?
Sorry, Dal Ja.
What's the point in saying that now? Leave it.
So what are you doing in Seoul?
I'm a driver.
A driver? At which company?
Well, I work at...
Chungil Flour.
Chungil Flour?
We get our flour from them.
How did you end up there?
One thing led to another.
You must've met Mr. Jung and Mr. Choi in Seoul a few times.
I'm sure Mr. Choi was pleased to see you.
Let's stop talking about that.
Bring us more kimchi and alcohol.
Okay.
Drink up and eat up.
Young Sun.
Yes? Do you need something?
No, I wanted to apologize to you.
What for?
I should have visited sooner after I called.
I didn't.
You must be so busy. I'm happy you even came by.
I'm sure Soon Ok will agree.
Was it very hard on you?
Soon Ok did all the suffering. I went through nothing.
She talked about Soo In until the moment she died.
That breaks my heart even now.
I hired a private investigator to find Soo In.
I haven't heard from them yet.
I have a feeling that maybe...
Soo In knows that her mother is dead.
What? Why do you say that?
I went to Soon Ok's grave a while ago...
and I found flowers there.
I couldn't think of anyone who'd leave them.
I wondered if it could be Soo In.
If she knows Soon Ok's dead,
why do you think she hasn't called or visited?
I'm so worried and afraid that she's in some kind of trouble.
Don't worry too much.
I'm sure she's doing fine.
Right?
I want to believe she's fine,
but I get this scary feeling every now and then.
Welcome home.
Did you have a drink?
Yes, I had a few.
Where's my grandma?
In bed. Why did you drink so much?
Because my heart aches.
Soo In.
I met Hee Joo today and broke it off with her.
What? Why did you do that?
I had no choice. The person I love...
is you.
You're drunk. You should go to bed.
Yes. Sleep well.
See you tomorrow.
I...
love you.
What?
When you suddenly left the sewing factory,
that's when I realized that I was...
in love with you.
Ji Hoon, what should Mommy do?
I owe so much to both Madam Cho and Mr. Kim.
I'm causing them too much pain.
What should I do now?
You came home late last night. Did you have a lot to drink?
A bit.
Did you talk things out with Hee Joo?
Did you comfort her properly?
Why won't you answer?
We need to set another date to meet her family.
Did you ask when she thinks would be suitable?
Well, Grandma...
Hello?
Madam Cho, it's me.
Hello, Chairman Han.
Apparently Mr. Kim and Hee Joo broke up.
Were you aware of this?
What do you mean they broke up?
Hee Joo says she's the one who broke it off.
I called because I just don't understand.
Seon Woo's the one who didn't show up for dinner.
I have a feeling this is all your grandson's doing.
I also have no idea what is going on.
Do you know how Hee Joo is now?
She is in so much stress that...
she's ill in bed right now.
Let me find out what happened and...
Chairman. Chairman?
What happened?
What do you mean you broke up with Hee Joo?
It's as you heard.
Hee Joo and I will not get married.
What? What are you talking about?
Have you lost your mind?
Grandma, I have something to tell you.
Tell me.
I actually...
Mr. Kim!
Are you dealing with the shantytown residents?
My men are on the way.
Don't mess up.
- Mister! - Let go!
Stop it!
The chair of the Haeju Homecoming Committee called.
I can't help but think of that day each June.
Have you heard about Seon Woo's mom?
I just want to be with you.
You know better than anyone that you can't do this.
Tae Soo, can you find me a small house?