My birthday is just around the corner.
Buy insurance from me instead of giving me presents. Here.
What do you mean buy insurance as your birthday present?
Why not? My performance goes up and you get to have insurance.
What's good for the goose is good for the gander.
The gander won't like it.
He's already stressed enough about buying formula for the third baby.
I have no gander and I'm already overwhelmed with the insurance I have.
What's wrong with you guys? Get something cheap.
There's a driver's insurance. It's only $10 a month.
Hurry.
I don't believe in insurance either.
Let's be frank, what will you and Ik-hee do if Chun-il accidentally dies?
The only thing you can depend on is insurance.
What in the world? How could you say such things?
What do you mean, what will I do if Chun-il dies?
What else?
I have to get re-married to a younger and better looking man!
You're too much!
- Ra-yeon! Me too, me too! - What do you mean, me too?
My goodness! You don't have any respect.
How can you joke about such things in front of me when your has already passed away?
It hasn't been long since you quit being an intern. What are you doing with insurance?
I told you I was going to be financially independent from my husband.
Annual earnings of $100,000 or more as top sellers for insurance!
That's my goal.
I've already signed 7 people within the last 3 days!
- Really? - Yeah.
- Amazing! - Hurry and buy one.
Help me, please!
Your sales performance couldn't go lower, even if you tried.
I don't think I've ever tried that.
Mr. Na's performance was effected by mis-communication with his buyers.
Misunderstanding, you say?
That's why the trend is to replace human error with machines.
You know errors and results are all recorded in your performance ratings?
- I'll do my best. - Doing your best doesn't matter!
Just get it done! Do well!
Do well and show it with your numbers!
Yes, Mr. Suh.
Isn't it odd that our numbers would go up during times like this, Mr. Choi?
I'm too nice and soft-hearted to be pushy enough to force people to buy our products.
Is that why you gave up on your numbers and got blamed for your buyer's mistakes?
How did you know I took the blame last time, Mr. Choi?
It's obvious.
It's bad news that Mr. Suh is getting involved.
What's worse than not getting any commission?
I have to pay my credit card without my wife knowing.
Mr. Choi, would our department have exceeded our quota...
if I didn't take the blame for Seoul Beverages?
How could that be possible when Mr. Park's performance is the same as your's?
I wonder why my ears are so itchy?
I'm back.
- I guess you could never be a high-born. - What was that?
Never mind. It's nothing.
Anyways, our team's commission is out the window this month.
The world is already too rough.
- Why are we competing with our own colleagues? - That's right!
What's with goal management and monthly performance ratings?
Who made all this up?
- That's right! - The company introduced it to us.
But you supported it, stating it was a global standard.
It was because I was in the middle of an ambitious project back then.
It was before you were over-looked by Team 1's Mr. Kim.
You don't need to explain it to me. You're hurting my feelings.
It's not as bad as being this team's head.
You know Mr. Kim has a bad reputation with his buyers, don't you?
Would it make you happy if I did that and had better numbers?
Could you even do it?
I don't know.
My credit card bill is going to kill me.
- Insurance? - Yeah.
But who has that kind of money? I don't have money to privately tutor Ik-hee.
- Are you thinking of getting a private tutor? - Yeah.
We need to do something about her.
I put her in tutoring classes and she keep ditching them.
- Did Ik-hee say she'll do it? - She has no choice.
She promised if her grades didn't go up, she would get private tutoring.
Clean up so we can start eating.
Even my poor daughter can't avoid being haunted by numbers.
A new play is raising awareness about our modern society's supremacy principle.
This wretched world only remembers first place.
Performance results?
That's nice.
Friendly competition? Of course, that's nice.
But isn't it too obscure?
Now, where will company colleagues feel a sense of community...
or a sense of solidarity?
To feel a sense of community and solidarity within our company...
we have a date set for an athletic competition against Myung Jang Beverages.
I know everyone will be busy...
so Mr. Na will submit a list of competitors for each event to me.
Me? Why would you choose me?
You're really asking?
Team 2 has more time than Team 1 based on performance.
Amongst those in Team 2, you should have the most time on your hands.
I see.
Why do we have to do this every year?
Why waste our strength against our competitor?
The 30 years rivalry between us and Myung Jang Beverages is like Korea vs. Japan.
Why does it have to be the sales teams?
If we win, it boosts morale. If we lose, motivation goes up.
Also known as pressure.
We've lost the last 5 years, but I still can't muster any fighting spirit.
I'll be in charge of cheering.
I used to be a cheerleader.
Tea-hee is so innocent that it's almost blinding.
You don't have to look so hopeless.
Don't act as if you're concerned when you didn't even participate last year.
No, it's just that...
Oh! One more thing.
The Vice-President is not only going to attend...
but he'll also be participating in foot volleyball.
So pick the best athletes so we can at least win foot volleyball.
There's still not enough people, even if we gather from both teams.
What 'best athlete' is he talking about?
A hefty sum of money will be awarded to the winning team. That's it for now.
- Prize money? - Prize money?
That's it! I'll pay back my credit card with the prize money...
and be in good graces with the VP as well!
Okay.
I don't want to end your hopes, but I'll tell you an uncomfortable truth.
The VP likes foot volleyball, but he's not good at it.
In another words, he's bad.
(Chun-il's Wish For Victory Notes: VP = bad)
Our best player, Mr. Jang, sprained his ankle and won't be able to play.
Excuse me...
I don't think I can make it that day.
Wait just a minute! Don't you have a conscience?
You can't be absent 2 years in a row.
You have to be there, Kwi-nam. There's not enough people.
You were discharged from the army recently. Did you play foot volleyball?
- I was a KATUSA. - Whoa. Amazing.
Do KATUSA people play beach volleyball instead of foot volleyball?
No, it's not that...
we usually just lifted weights by ourselves.
I bet you'll be fine since you're athletic.
Either do foot volleyball or soccer.
Yeah, just do one.
I'll make sure I cheer really hard for you, Mr. Lee.
Then...
I'll participate in the 3-legged race.
Whoa!
- The race that everyone hates? - I'll be part of the 3-legged race too!
Okay, the two of you.
Me too, Mr. Na.
Amazing! I didn't know the 3-legged race was such a popular event.
They're giving away prize money.
It's not like I can participate in soccer or foot volleyball.
That's expected from a single-woman who is head of her household.
Sounds good. I'll write all three of you down.
Hey, I finally got to move to your tutoring classes...
but now you're getting private tutoring?
That's what I'm saying.
Can't you say you'll try harder and not quit tutoring classes?
I already tried that, but it's out of the question.
She's going to set a time with the tutor today.
Thank you so much.
- Please have some. - Thank you.
Wow! It's delicious.
I like drinking tea too.
Where on earth did you find this?
Home shopping.
- Oh my! I regularly use home shopping as well. - I see.
So, what you're telling me is...
we pay you $200 every time her rank goes up, but without any base pay?
You'll tutor her 2 times a week for three hours?
Yes, that's right.
If her rank goes lower, you don't owe me anything.
Well, that's great news for us but...
I'm afraid it might not work out so well for you.
Please don't worry. I haven't run into a student I couldn't help yet.
I'm actually more worried that I might get paid too much.
I don't think it'll be that easy.
My daughter is like a pine tree on Nam Mountain.
Excuse me?
I meant she never changes.
My goodness. I'm more motivated when I hear you say such things.
Mrs. Na, you just need to trust me.
Of course I'd like to trust you.
Then I hope to see you start tomorrow.
For foot volleyball, we'll have the VP, Mr. Kim from Team 1, Mr. Park and me.
- You, Mr. Na? - You will?
I thought you were doing the 3-legged race.
I'll do foot volleyball too.
They used to call me King of Foot Volleyball Tonkey. Na Tonkey.
- Sure. - Hold on a minute.
- Who will play soccer? - Mr. Park went to ask Team 1 awhile ago.
Geez.
- What? - Myung Jang Beverage's new employee used to be a pro soccer player.
We'll lose for sure. Geez.
Does this mean I need to get involved again?
Mr. Na, this isn't a joke.
I'm not joking either.
I used to be known as Pele when I was in the army.
- You said you were called the King of Foot Volleyball, Tonkey. - I was Pele as well.
Army soccer is rougher than pro soccer. I'll show them the legendary Na Pele.
The attraction to sports is that no one can guess who will be the winner.
I'll need to start focusing on stamina training.
You really won't be at tutoring class from tomorrow on?
How many times are you going to ask me? I already told you.
What am I going to do?
We'll see each other at school.
We'll practice for our show on days I don't have tutoring.
Geez, this is so frustrating.
Be strong.
I don't have any strength.
Will you help me gain strength?
Me?
What was that, Gong Yoon?
Did you like me kissing you?
Whoa!
If you'll excuse me.
- Okay, bye! - I'll see you at school tomorrow.
Yes, yes. Get yourself home.
- Dad! - You were smiling before.
This is the reason we stopped sending you to tutoring classes.
Your mom will be upset if she found out.
You'd better not tell mom.
Then...
how about you return my kiss. I won't tell on you.
Just tell her.
Let's go together. Daughter! Na Ik-hee!
What? You're willing to buy insurance?
Yes.
Your fourth daughter sells insurance.
I'll buy one from her.
It's alright. You haven't even taken off that ankle cast yet.
And plus, old people like us are considered half dead so they don't like enrolling us.
This will come off sooner or later.
I'm still very healthy.
I'm sure we'll find something that I can enroll in.
Maybe a dental implant insurance from a dentistry.
Don't worry about it. You don't have to go that far.
Geez, I was going to buy one since you were so worried about her.
I'm actually...
more worried that there might be trouble between my daughter and her husband.
It's because they're still very young.
They fight over who is right all the time.
Let's see what happens when times passes. Everyone becomes well-rounded.
I thought my work would be done when they got married.
There seems to be no end to caring for your children.
- Why don't you eat these? - What's this?
Oh my! Bananas again?
Do you sell bananas?
Of course not. I just buy your's when I go out to buy mine.
I'll be going now.
Oh my, my, my.
My goodness.
He's so eccentric. Really eccentric.
Okay, do you have the roster?
Yes, here you go.
Let's see.
Foot volleyball, Na Chun-il. 3-legged race, Na Chun-il.
Soccer, Na Chun-il.
What's this? Are you participating in all three events?
- Somehow it came down to this. - Take a seat here.
The way I see it...
you'd be perfect for rope-pulling instead.
- Excuse me? - Isn't your specialty tagging along with your teammate's glory?
I thought it would be best to share the mistake our buyers made last time.
Coexistence? Sounds good.
But both of you guys could get fired, if you're not careful.
Pay attention to yourself! You do well!
If you're going to be so forgiving, go volunteer! This is a business.
You know, coexistence...
only happens when you're stable enough to lead as well.
- Do you understand? - Yes, sir.
I made myself clear when I said I don't like hard workers.
Just do well! Do well!
- Show me numbers. Be certain. - Yes, sir.
Looks like you need another soccer player.
- Put me in. - Excuse me?
Why are you surprised? I play morning soccer all the time.
I'll see how well you do.
- See yourself out. - Yes, sir.
Come say, "hello," Ik-hee. This is your new tutor.
Hi there! You must be Ik-hee.
- Hello. - Hi.
I'll work hard to help you out. Let's try our best.
School work? It's not as hard as you think.
Did you do well when you were in school?
Why would you ask that the first time meeting her?
It's all right, Mrs. Na. Yes, I did.
I always came in first in school.
It's no wonder you were to the best university in Korea.
So how come you never got a real job?
- You'd better be quiet. - Stop pinching me! It hurts.
I'm so sorry. She's going through her teenage years.
Kids are like that these days.
My goodness! You must be very honest, aren't you!
Yes, I don't want to be tutored. I want to go to tutoring classes.
- Are you going to keep this up? - What? Being honest isn't a fault.
She looks very smart. I bet her rank will go straight up!
That's my hope and prayer.
- Will you wait in her room for her? - Sure.
Take your time.
Do you know how much this tutoring is costing us?
Didn't I tell you each rank you go up is $200?
Don't worry. I don't think you'll spend that much money.
- Are you really going to keep this up? - It really hurts!
Is dad home? Where is dad?
Your dad isn't here to take your side. Hurry and get in.
Go in. Hurry and go in!
- Who is that guy? - I don't know. What's wrong with him?
I think he's drunk.
Stop moaning here and go into our room. Ik-hee is still getting tutored.
Dad!
(Doremi Beverages vs. Myung Jang Beverages)
Our first event is soccer!
Participants, please enter.
Go for it!
Go for it! Go for it! Go Doremi!
Shake hands.
- Nice to meet you. - Nice to meet you.
Let's show good sportsmanship.
- (First Half) - Now, let's start!
Oh my gosh!
Okay! If you want results, I'll give you results. With points!
I'll be certain about it.
Mr. Choi, what's wrong with Mr. Na?
He's liable to really hurt the other team like that.
He's getting rougher.
Is that really soccer?
Isn't that against the rules?
How come I'm so embarrassed for him again?
- Take a rest over here! - Alright.
- Mr. Na! - Yes? I won't give up.
It's important to do well. We don't need manners or effort.
I'll show you with points!
No, that's not what I'm trying to say.
What will our company's image be if you keep this up?
You should be glad it's a friendly competition.
Don't kick anyone in the second half. All right?
Of course, Mr. Suh. It's 2 to 0. We need defense.
I'll use my second tactic.
(Second Half)
Now he's faking his injuries?
I can't bare to watch any longer.
Mr. Na! Get up! Hurry and get up!
I'm not really hurt. I'm okay.
Get out.
It's 2-1! Make sure to keep falling for the next 10 minutes!
We can do it! We can do it! We can do it!
Ik-hee! Does this make any sense? Ranked 32?
I'm surprised too.
But I actually tried solving it this time.
You did this on purpose, didn't you? I'm not stopping tutoring because of this!
This is so unfair. I really sat there and tried to solve it this time.
I'm so embarrassed to face your teacher! She's almost here!
I told you I didn't like private tutoring.
You'd better be quiet!
3 to 2!
Myung Jang Beverages wins!
We were overturned? This doesn't make any sense!
What's next?
Is it the 3-legged race?
Let's do our best.
1-2, 1-2, 1-2. Try it.
Try running faster!
1-2, 1-2, 1-2!
Hurry! Hurry! Let's go! 1-2!
Geez, Mr. Na!
What was that?
- Do you know him? - No, I don't.
I think he mistook me for someone he knew.
Really?
Mr. Park, what are you doing? There's no time to rest.
We have to win the last event. The VP is also playing with us.
Let's think of a plan. A plan.
I think your multitude of dirty plays have already made a statement.
Maybe you shouldn't play...
What are you talking about? You need me to win!
You should rest, Mr. Na. You over-extended yourself during soccer.
No, I'm okay since I laid down most of the second half.
How about you just cheer with us, Mr. Na?
- Yes, Mr. Na! - No, I'm okay.
Now, now! Let's go fight! Let's win this!
Let's go!
Let's get 'em!
(First Set)
King of Foot Volleyball, Mr. Na! Go for it!
He's playing fair this time.
- Mine, mine! - My ball!
My ball!
Mine! My ball!
I'll protect you so we can win.
That's all fine and well, but I'd like to actually play as well.
You just need to stay behind my back.
- My ball! - Wait! Hey!
Geez!
(Planning Time)
Mr. Na.
- If the ball goes toward the VP... - Yes, I know. I'll take them all!
I'll make sure we win.
No, he should enjoy the game.
Yes! I also know enjoying doesn't win any games. I'll show you how we can win.
Let's do this!
Wait. What the hell is wrong with him?
My ball!
My ball! My ball!
Here! My ball! My ball!
My ball!
Please wait, sir.
It's 1 to 1. I'll protect you until we finish this game off, sir.
Forget it! Can you please keep some distance from me?
- Geez! - The opponent has realized our best player.
They only send the ball towards you and me.
I'll protect you until the very end, sir.
- Seriously? - My ball! Oh, never mind.
(Third Set)
My ball!
Okay!
We only need one more point!
(Math Rank: 32)
Excuse me...
you should at least take this. I put a little in there to show you my gratitude.
I can't take it.
A promise is a promise.
Geez, Ik-hee.
You should've guessed like you always do.
I tried my very best.
It's only been a month.
Please take this and try another...
It's all right, Mrs. Na. I must not be qualified enough to teach her.
Are you giving up on me?
- You said the word "give up" is only used for cabbages. - You're like cabbage to me!
I want private tutoring but she's not willing to teach me anymore, mom.
- Am I right? - Be quiet, Ik-hee.
If you'll excuse me.
Please don't leave without this. It's token of my gratitude.
No, Mrs. Na. I won't let my pride be hurt this way.
You said your happiness depended on my rank. I'll make you happy again.
I am..
Already happy.
And Ik-hee, please don't ever give up on math.
- I'll be going now. - Please don't! Geez!
Be careful on your way home!
I really wanted do well with a private tutor.
Tell me the truth. You did this on purpose, didn't you?
You didn't try since it was only a level evaluation!
No, I didn't.
Just send me to tutoring classes. Isn't that better?
Be quiet!
- Myung Jang Beverages wins! - What?
- I kicked the ball over. - As soon as you kicked it...
the ball hit the VP's head and then went over.
What did you say?
- Then? - Four touches.
Vice-President!
So, the ball I kicked directly hit the Vice President's head...
and he fainted?
I can't believe it, but it's true.
And we even lost the match?
Mr. Na, do you know you've been asking the same question for the last hour?
What am I going to do?
I don't know.
But at least you tried your best.
Who cares about trying? You have to do well.
Who cares if you work hard? It's results that matter.
At least you got them to cancel these sporting events.
You achieved a great task.
You're right. If it weren't for you, we would have to do this every year. Good job!
Plus, it was a light concussion so he doesn't even remember what happened.
- Concussion? - Yes.
The Vice-President came to work today like usual. I asked his secretary.
Come in.
You asked for me?
My goodness, who is this? Aren't you the King of Foot Volleyball, Na Tonkey?
I'm sorry. I'm very sorry.
You didn't do it on purpose.
Your will to win was over-flowing.
I'll look forward to your sales for this month with that will of your's.
Yes, I'll try my...
no...
- I will do well. - That's right. Do well.
The company is having a hard time these days.
- You know what I mean, don't you? - Yes.
- I'm having a hard time and the company is too. - What?
- Oh! Nothing, sir. - See yourself out.
What's this? You said to follow you and you'd buy me beer.
I did buy you beer. You're holding it in your hand.
Mr. Choi!
This helps to relieve your stress.
I don't want to look at any balls.
No, I don't want to see anything round anytime soon.
You have to face it head-on to overcome your fears.
Forget about it. Come out so we can get a drink.
We need to finish so we don't waste money.
- You're not any good. - Baseball starts on the bottom of the 9th with 2 outs.
Watch carefully.
There will be a chance to overturn the score.
Wind up. He hits it!
Like a miracle, a chance of a lifetime came.
But that winning grand slam was never seen.
A double play from a high flying ball. He clearly lost with 3 outs.
I knew it! What is this? Do you think overturning a game is that easy?
- I know. - I already feel bad enough.
- But there are still more games to play. - What?
I only lost one game, but there's many more games left.
It was fascinating.
At that very moment, I don't know the exact reason, but I started to tear up.
Hold on.
- I want to try. - You acted like you'd never try. Go ahead.
Now, the ball is on its way.
All right.
Even if I get 3 outs by striking out...
I'm still okay!
(Episode 17: Happiness isn't based on merit)
(Episode 18 will air shortly)