(Episode 43)
This is what I'll text your brother.
"Father, it's Mo Ah."
"Uncle Tae Jin threatened me."
"I refused and he kidnapped me."
"Father, I think I'm going to die."
How's that? Did I go too far?
Did you make up your mind?
Do you know how a time bomb works?
It blows up after time runs out on the clock.
I set a text to be sent.
In exactly 10 minutes, it'll be sent to your brother.
Are you sure you won't regret this?
Time's running out.
Fine.
We'll forge...
Mo Ah's death certificate.
Thank you.
I knew I could count on you.
I'd appreciate it if Do Hoon didn't know though.
Why not? Shouldn't he of all people know?
I'm his mom.
I don't want him to think I'm a monster.
Also, this'll be...
a good chance for him to finally get over her.
All right.
So what's our next move? I'm sure you have a plan.
It's nothing too complicated.
Here.
Are these Mo Ah's?
They'll be easily identified as hers.
We can say that they were found at the shore.
Suicide by drowning?
We have Mo Ah's phone.
It'll be easy to leave a will on it.
Is that what you came up with?
Do you really think that a will on her phone would be enough?
Isn't it?
Then how should we do this?
To fool others, you need to be fooled yourself.
Don't be ambiguous about it and spit it out.
We need a body.
One that'll seem like Mo Ah.
We need a cadaver...
that hasn't been identified...
and can't be traced back to anyone.
You really are scary.
This is why I knew I needed your help.
If you need mine, please just ask.
Find me a cadaver.
One that ticks off all the boxes.
That's too difficult a task for me to do.
I can help you with anything else apart from that.
I can't believe Ms. Hong.
If we get caught, she'll pin it all on me...
and get with everything scot-free.
Wouldn't it be better to come clean to your brother?
This is too dangerous.
She'll deny everything.
She'll never admit to her involvement in the scheme,
and that'll leave me hanging.
Meanwhile, she has proof that I sent texts on Mo Ah's phone.
I'm sorry for letting the phone into her hands.
It's all right. Now go and find me a cadaver.
We'll use this opportunity to get this over once and for all.
I'm sorry, Father.
Nothing's wrong.
Of course.
Young Hwa's fine.
Yes, we'll visit sometime soon.
Do Hoon,
you should retract your divorce.
What?
What if Young Hwa's dad finds out?
We need to put out the most pressing fire.
Also, I'm sick and tired of that family's nagging.
So retract the divorce and make them back off.
- Mom. - There's no other way.
Besides, you offering to might make them change their mind,
so do as I say.
- This is your seal. - Why did you bring this?
What are you getting at?
I'm sorry for causing you all so much pain.
I'll retract my divorce with Mo Ah.
I could've done it myself,
but I didn't think you'd trust me to.
I'll give you my seal so you can do it yourself.
What are you playing at here?
Are you sure that this seal is yours?
Mo Hyuk, have it invalidated yourself.
I'll go with you if you want.
He seems serious.
Hang on. Now I won't be able to testify.
Who cares?
Anyway, his new wife will probably be divorced soon.
Who cares what happens to her?
It's Do Hoon I'm worried about, not her.
You see how sweet and kind he is.
He's been this way because he couldn't defy his mom.
Aren't I right?
What on earth are you playing at?
I know.
I was an idiot to have done this to Mo Ah.
I'm truly sorry for my actions.
What will happen to your new wife?
I'll tell her the truth and beg for forgiveness.
I'd like to ask a favor though.
A favor?
Don't tell her anything right now...
for she'll know once I retract the divorce.
After all, she's a victim too.
Fine. I'll finalize the invalidation then.
Jae Min will be home soon,
so stay until he does.
I could easily doze off to the massage and music.
Did you know too that...
Do Hoon agreed to give up Jae Min?
He probably only said that to get them off his back.
So you're not willing to give him up?
Of course not. Why would I?
Then we should bring him home immediately.
It's not healthy for a child to stay apart from his parents.
Don't worry. Jae Min's great aunt will beg us to take him soon.
Why?
I just get that vibe, that's all.
You know how I am.
Now instead of worrying about him,
I'd rather you worry about giving us proper breakfast.
Nam Sil, is that really you?
You look so pretty. You're almost unrecognizable.
So where are you off to?
To meet someone.
Whom?
Did you remember something?
No,
I'm taking her out for some fresh air.
That's nice of you.
Why didn't you buy her a coat? She'll be cold in just that.
It's too expensive, and I don't have the money.
You should've bought her one though.
It's all right. I can wear my jacket.
Let's go then.
- We're off. - Have fun today.
This better not be illegal.
Unbelievable.
If you had doubts, you shouldn't have bought...
the dress, the shoes, or the purse.
You're the one who practically forced them on me.
It's the same thing.
So let's take a look.
You're wearing your watch and ring.
Would you stop scanning me like I'm some sort of meat?
Something's still off, but I don't know what it is.
You're one to talk. You look like a gigolo in that.
You just can't help it, can you?
Let's get going then.
Here is its certificate of authenticity.
Do you remember the recent Yeheung Gallery incident?
It was bought by these two...
for a cheap price when it came on the market.
The transaction has been squeaky clean,
so there's no need to worry.
Can we hear a little bit about the painting?
This is "Rear View of a Woman" by Lucon,
also known as "Sad Love".
Bold colors, bold brush strokes,
and a dynamic layout...
are indications of a painting of the Romantic era.
In addition to that,
it's also the last painting Lucon worked on.
Isn't that right, Honey?
Yes, it is.
It's amazing. I love the painting.
- Will you go through with the deal? - Sure.
Nice!
- Was any of that true? - Of course not.
I knew it. So where did you get it?
Someone tricked me into fencing it.
It breaks my heart to see you always getting tricked like that.
- Don't be such a fool. - I can't help it.
I'm just too sweet and kind.
Nam Sil, you did great. Here's your cut.
Give her more.
We might be partners from now on.
Partners?
Why aren't you taking it?
We just committed fraud, didn't we?
Others might think so, but to us...
It's a work of art.
Wait up. That painting's a fake!
What?
Excuse me. It's about that painting.
It's a fake.
Jong Dae,
what should we do?
Are you going to let this slide?
Yes.
Why are you frowning then?
I'm upset because she'll be a talented grifter...
if only she had the personality for it.
If only she was as half crooked as you are.
Nam Sil, do you have any idea what you just did?
No, I don't.
This deal was worth 100,000 dollars.
You cost us 100,000 dollars!
What are you going to do about this?
You're unbelievable.
Show me some gratitude.
If it weren't for my begging,
you'd both be at a police station.
What?
Is this how you repay me after all I did for you?
Get out. Leave!
Argue back at home...
and get out of my face.
Darn it.
Give me back that dress, those shoes, and purse.
You can't take back what you gave me.
Didn't you expect this when you lost us that deal?
I'll give it back with the hospital fees.
I think I'm a single daughter of a rich family.
A rich family?
You saw how knowledgeable about paintings.
I must've had a good upbringing.
You've got to be kidding me.
If that were true, Jong Dae and I would be Bill Gates.
Anyway, I did what you asked, so I'm keeping these.
From now on, you'll only do household chores.
Sure, Honey.
What?
Gosh, I told you not to set up shop here.
Why not? What's wrong?
Pack everything up. It's a routine bust.
Are you sure? Oh no!
What should I do when he leaves?
Darn.
I'm not falling for that again.
Not when your acting's that poor.
I was worried, so I put on a show.
I told you that you'd get caught.
I'm only going to sell what I have left.
I'll be done by tomorrow.
What will you do from now on then?
I'll be working at the auto shop.
I'm busy with a new apprentice anyway.
Really? Who's this new apprentice?
Her name's Nam Sil.
Anyway, I'm glad that I won't be seeing you on my way to work now.
Can you buy some sweet potatoes this one last time?
That way I can get out of your hair faster.
No thanks.
He's cheap even until the very end.
Why do I feel weird about not ever seeing her again?
That's it between us then. Take care, you cheapskate.
Did you get a lot of fresh air today?
Fresh air? Why didn't you take me too?
It wasn't fun at all.
Anyway, starting tomorrow, she'll do household chores.
Fine, I will.
Nam Sil must've done something wrong.
I don't know. Did you?
Well, today we went to the pawnshop together.
Nam Sil, shut up and eat.
What is it? Tell us more.
We went to the pawnshop and saw a painting with Jong Dae.
I was asked to...
I told you to shut up and eat!
Didn't you fire me today?
It's only natural that I tell them why.
He and Jong Dae told me to...
Fine. You can come back to work at the auto shop.
What about the household chores?
You can do them after work every day.
The painting we saw with Jong Dae was worth...
I'll do them. I'll do all the chores.
Anyway, we had tea,
and saw nice paintings.
Why aren't you doing the dishes when you promised to?
How could you do this to me?
You still don't know what you did wrong.
Fine, it was a scam.
However, I only took money from those who can own it.
It's still a crime.
Do you think your mom would approve?
What?
If I were your mom, I'd be devastated.
No mom would like a fraud for a son.
By doing that, you're driving a knife through her heart.
- What now? - Are you sure...
you don't remember?
Remember what?
When you pushed me into Han River,
you said the same thing.
Thanks to you, I didn't put myself in prison.
Still,
you should mind your own business.
Nobody deliberately wants to disappoint his family.
You should focus more on remembering who you are.
You never know. You could be worse than I am.
That's 5, 6, 7, 8,
and 9, 10, 11,
12...
Did you two argue again?
Of course not.
Do you want me to count it?
No, it's yours.
Thank you for filling in for me.
There's no need for this. I can't take the money you earned...
selling sweet potatoes.
You also kept my secret.
Anyway, I'll now be working again at the auto shop.
I'm only giving you this because I feel sorry for you.
Do you feel sorry for me?
Of course.
You're working a job not knowing who you are.
Can I ask you a favor?
If I turn out to be a bad person,
report me to the police before I run away.
- Why? - I'm worried that...
I'd cause you trouble when you've only been nice to me.
I don't want to get my hands dirty, so turn yourself in.
That's 1, 2, 3, 4...
Don't I have a lot?
What's taking him so long? Did he not find one?
It's not easy to find an unidentified cadaver.
- How did it go? - I found one.
The rest you should hear from Doctor Cho.
I'm sure there's no need for me to tag along too.
Can you take care of it yourself?
Are you sure it's clean?
I'm sure.
I managed to snatch it before it went over to the funeral home.
All you can tell about her is that she's in her late twenties.
What's the cause of death?
She died of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Fire caught on to her body and her house...
leaving no trace of DNA.
The only issue left would be the police.
You can leave that to me.
Still, it could be dangerous.
From what you've told me, I don't see how it can be.
I see. Then I'll get right on it.
I'm sure it'll all go smoothly,
but only you will be in danger if it doesn't.
I could go down for it all.
It's why Myung Sook insisted on dragging me into this.
Where have you been?
I've been waiting for you.
I was at the factory. What brings you by?
I wanted to know if the temporary workers were reinstated.
I told human resources, so they'll make it final soon.
I knew I could trust you.
What's wrong? Is there something on it?
No, of course not.
I trust that you'll keep your word then.
Choi, I need Mo Ah's coat that Hui Joo's wearing.
Nam Koo, we should go another way.
There's construction ongoing over there,
and I'd like some sweet potatoes.
Can I have some sweet potatoes?
Of course.
Nam Koo?
What are you doing here?
So this is why you've been acting weird.
Nam Sil, did you tell him?
No, of course not.
Now I know what you meant yesterday when...
you said I should report you to the police.
How could you betray me like this?
Please tell her the truth.
Nam Sil told me all about this.
It's why I came this way.
I honestly didn't.
How could you do this behind my back?
Those arms better not drop.
Nam Sil, you can rest now.
Don't you dare.
Nam Sil's more at fault if you ask me.
She should've told us immediately.
Keep them raised, Nam Sil.
Glare at me all you want.
I'm not even remotely scared.
Something could've happened to her.
Don't you know how scary the world is?
Nam Hui, are you done with this or not?
This was going to be my last day anyway.
She's still lying!
Nam Koo, get rid of the sweet potato cart right away.
Don't you dare.
I'm going to sell it and earn money off of it.
All right. I'll sell it for you instead then.
You can lower your arms now.
Why are you against Nam Hui working alone?
It's none of your business, so stay out of it.
Why won't you let her earn money on her own?
She's very good at running her business.
Do you want to stay good friends with her?
Of course.
Then it's best to not know, so worry more about yourself.
Have you thought about where you could be from?
You should, instead of worrying about her.
What?
I'm sorry,
but I won't be able to bring you that coat.
I tried to replace it,
but the manufacturer no longer makes it.
I see.
I really needed that coat though.
What did you want it for?
I needed it as insurance.
Everything will finally come to an end tomorrow.
I knew with you involved, it wouldn't take so long.
I heard you got into it with Young Hwa over Jae Min.
We'll be on better terms starting tomorrow.
Still, I'm sure she wouldn't be too delighted seeing...
Hui Joo wearing Mo Ah's coat.
You should just throw it out.
Hui Joo will give me an earful.
You know the saying, "Better safe than sorry."
What good would it do to upset Young Hwa?
You're right about that.
I'm glad you understand.
Did you throw out Mo Ah's coat?
Yes, a while ago. Finally, I feel much relieved.
Mom, have you seen the sky-blue coat?
I threw it away.
You have other clothes, so wear them.
You should've told me before you did.
I left an important memo in there.
You shouldn't have worn what's not yours.
The coat's out front, so fetch the memo.
Don't you dare bring it back inside.
Thank you, Myung Sook.
For what?
You'll see.
What are you getting at?
Mom, I can't find it anywhere.
You can't? That's odd.
Someone must've taken it.
Mom, I can't believe you.
Did you take Hui Joo's coat?
It's Mo Ah's to be exact.
What did you do with it?
Thankfully, I found her hair on it.
So?
Throw me under the bus, and I'll take it to the police.
I won't go down for this myself.
Tae Jin!
Why?
Were you really going to blame everything on me?
Of course not.
Anyway, I'm grateful...
that you told Hui Joo yourself.
You know that she's not one to lie.
Well, I'll get back to making the arrangements then.
That weasel.
So the trial will be next month?
Yes.
If we're lucky, it could be later this month.
Is anyone home?
Excuse me.
Are you Jung Mo Ah's family? I'm with the police.
Don't be so nervous.
Who says I'm nervous?
You're the one who shouldn't make any mistakes.
The one who shouldn't make any mistakes is you.
Why's that?
She's still your former daughter-in-law.
You should sell the story by crying your eyes out.
How you act in front of your brother is just as crucial.
We should head over. It's almost time.
What's wrong? Do you have a meeting?
No, I don't.
Tell me you're...
still looking for Mo Ah.
I recently requested a missing person's advertisement.
Good.
Sir, you won't believe this.
- What is it? - Well,
they found Ms. Jung.
Really? Where is she?
Did you bring your seal and identification card?
You seem busy, so let's go some other time.
I'm not busy at all.
Is there something you're hiding from me?
Of course not.
There's no need to doubt me.
I don't mind registering our marriage later,
but it feels like you're deliberately putting it off.
If you feel that way, I'll go myself.
Hand me your seal and identification card.
You've got to be joking. What are you hiding from me?
There's a reason why you're letting her have Jae Min.
I bet you lied about her running away.
Will she show up once my dad wins the election?
How could you say that?
Do I seem like a monster to you?
Whatever. We'll go right now to register our marriage.
Fine.
I'll tell you the truth.
It's...
It's me, Dad.
Meet me at Hankuk Hospital right now.
What?
Mo Ah's...
What's wrong?
Do Hoon. Do Hoon!
Do Hoon!
CEO Shin has left for the hospital.
Does Mo Ah's family know too?
Yes, they're probably there.
I guess it's my turn then.
How do I look? I deliberately wore minimum makeup.
You look fine.
Let's go then.
You won't be able to identify her.
The body's badly burned.
This is what was found nearby.
No way. This is impossible.
This isn't Mo Ah.
This can't be her. You must be wrong.
Do... Do an autopsy.
You can check her DNA profile.
It's already being tested,
but you shouldn't get your hopes up.
No...
No, this isn't Mo Ah.
Sir, this isn't her.
You know her.
She'd never take her own life.
We should wait for the autopsy result...
and hope that isn't Mo Ah.
This can't be Mo Ah.
I can tell, and this isn't her.
This isn't her.
You know that it isn't.
This isn't her. It can't be her.
Please tell me that it isn't her.
What will I do now?
She died because of me. If only I was less mean.
This isn't her. It can't be her.
Honey, tell me that this isn't her.
It's not her.
Please tell me that it isn't.
Mo Ah, oh no. Please don't let it be you.
The parties involved have been advised to...
notify consumers of detailed shipping procedure...
on shipments that take more than a day to deliver.
Thank you.
Moving on.
A woman's body was found in an abandoned house.
She seems to have been in her late twenties.
Here is Reporter Noh with the news.
Her shoes, phone, and cosmetic products...
are badly charred beyond recognition.
While on a hike in Chuncheon,
Mr. Kim, a man in his forties called the fire department...
after seeing a trail of smoke.
- The fire fighters then... - What's wrong?
Called the police.
- A woman... - What they found was...
- She died. - a badly burned body.
Do you know her?
- The body is unidentified... - No.
- And people are in shock. - I just...
feel weird.
- In this case... - Of course you do.
You would've been hurt too if it weren't for me,
so consider yourself lucky.
Her family must be devastated.
You should worry more about yourself.
It's not her. It can't be.
Mo Ah, please.
Do Hoon.
I'm glad you're here. Now you can tell us.
You're the only person who can be sure it's her.
It's not her, is it?
I know it's not her.
Mo Ah would never!
Right?
Mo Ah.
Pull yourself together and take a good look at her.
It's not her, is it? She'd never die like this.
Tell us that this isn't her.
I blame you.
It's your fault.
Bring her back. Bring her back.
You need to bring her back.
My poor Mo Ah!
You bring my dear sweet Mo Ah back.
You bring her back!
(I Am Sorry, but I Love You)
What about her?
She could be the daughter-in-law they kicked out.
She's educated on paintings, so it must be her.
Nam Koo?
She passed away.
No matter how she died, the deceased deserves respect.
We're here. Isn't the house fancy?
Who is she?
She's my employee.
It all looks so familiar.
I think I've been here before.
Nam Sil, say hello.
In a second.