I'm here to see Choi Jeong Shik.
I heard he's here.
Are you here for a visit?
Yes.
Sorry. Visiting hours are over.
Come back tomorrow.
I'm his older brother.
I came from Incheon when I heard the news.
Can I please see him?
We have to follow the rules.
Please, sir. Just for a while.
Just so I can see him.
This isn't allowed.
Please, just for a few minutes.
Come with me.
Thank you.
(Silence)
- Come out when you're done. - Thank you.
Jeong Shik.
Jeong Wook.
(Silence)
Are you okay? Are you hurt?
I'm sorry.
What happened?
We were asked to make jackets for a brick factory.
When I took them over,
the factory owner said he wanted to cancel the order.
After you'd brought the clothes?
Yes.
He said things like it wasn't the design he wanted...
and blamed it on me and I got furious.
How badly did you hurt the factory owner?
I don't know.
I got so angry that I pushed him...
and some bricks fell on top.
I'll meet his family.
Don't think of settling with them.
I don't know how much they'll ask,
but we can't afford it.
Then what shall we do?
I'll be away a few years.
Our family has you.
Jeong Shik.
Part of me thinks this is a relief.
That it's me and not you.
If something happens to you, it's the end for us.
Mom will faint and...
Anyway,
look after them for me.
Don't get any silly ideas. I'll sort this out.
Look after yourself.
Sorry, Jeong Wook.
Detained?
He'll be detained even if we settle with the family?
Yes.
Even if you settle, he caused injuries so severe...
he can't avoid legal punishment.
I can't leave my brother here. Is there nothing I can do?
Do what you can one by one.
You need to settle, so meet the victim's family.
If you manage that, you can get the sentence reduced.
Is there really no other way?
If you settle and get the sentence reduced, then hire a good lawyer.
It's possible to get off with probation.
I am Soo In's mother.
I'd like to see you this evening.
You're back.
Did you meet whoever you went to see?
Did you not?
This is just unbelievable.
Did something upset you?
I went to meet Mr. Choi.
He didn't show up.
What?
He wouldn't do that kind of thing.
How do you know that?
If he can't make it, he should've called me.
How dare he make me wait.
Do you think he forgot about it?
Or maybe something urgent came up.
At such short notice?
This is just infuriating.
Will you accept Mr. Choi's resignation?
Will you just let him leave?
I told him to think about it.
Why would you do that?
If he wants to quit, let him.
He's too good to let go.
He's good at his job.
It's hard to find someone like him.
I'm sure you can if you look hard enough.
You may think it's hard, but you always find someone.
Who knows? You might find someone better.
- Just eat your fruit. - I will.
I agree that it's a pity to let him go,
but he has personal issues.
I do think something's up.
He left work early today.
Did he?
What? At the police station?
Yes.
How bad was the fight that he ended up getting arrested?
Will he do time? My goodness.
I don't know the details.
I'll visit him after class tomorrow.
What for?
Don't go. You don't even know Mr. Choi's brother.
I do know him.
How?
I just do. Anyway,
I have to get him out of prison.
Pretend you don't know.
Don't get involved.
How can you say that?
He isn't a stranger.
He's Mr. Choi's brother.
I might ask for your help later on.
My help? What can I do?
We'll need money to settle to get him out of jail.
Settlement money?
Do you want me to give Mr. Choi money?
I don't have any.
Then get Dad to help out.
What kind of a family is he from?
You said his siblings are doing fine.
Do you call this fine?
Getting arrested for assault?
I can't believe we must go through this.
Did Mr. Choi have some urgent business today?
Why?
Your mom went to meet Mr. Choi this evening...
but he stood her up.
They were supposed to meet?
Yes.
I was wondering if something had happened.
He left work early today. So I was wondering...
if something was wrong.
Did he leave without saying?
Yes.
I hope everything's okay.
Don't worry too much. He'll explain tomorrow.
Right.
You need to settle, so meet the victim's family.
If you manage that, you can get the sentence reduced.
Don't think of settling with them.
I don't know how much they'll ask,
but we can't afford it.
Jeong Shik.
I'll be away a few years.
Our family has you.
Part of me thinks this is a relief.
That it's me and not you.
If something happens to you, it's the end for us.
(Seoul Hospital)
My poor son.
What should I do with you now?
He's an animal.
How could he beat someone up this badly?
- Excuse me. - Who are you?
I'm Choi Jeong Shik's older brother.
I came to see how you are.
Are you kidding me? How do you think he is?
I'm so sorry. My brother made a mistake and...
A mistake?
Because of your brother's mistake, my son almost lost his life.
Please forgive him.
He almost killed a man and now he wants forgiveness.
I don't want anything else.
Make sure my son recovers.
Make him better!
- My son... - I'm sorry.
Stop it, Mom,
or you'll end up in hospital too.
Mom, calm down, okay?
- Son... - Try to calm down.
Follow me.
I'm sorry. I really am.
Will an apology help cure my brother?
I don't dare make excuses.
Please forgive us.
Forget it.
So, how much will you pay?
What?
Aren't you here to settle?
Well, yes.
How much must we give you to settle?
300 dollars.
What? 300 dollars?
That's the bare minimum for what happened to my brother.
But...
It was an accident. There was no intention.
300 dollars is too much.
Didn't you see the state my brother's in?
But...
We can't afford that much.
We won't settle for anything under 300 dollars.
- Good morning. - Hi.
Where's Mr. Choi?
He hasn't come in yet.
Really? He's a bit late.
Did he call?
No.
You said he left early yesterday.
Bring me this month's sales ledger...
and sales slips.
Hello?
Sir, it's Choi Jeong Wook.
Mr. Choi. What happened?
I have a family issue, so I can't come in to work today.
I'm sorry I couldn't call sooner.
Okay.
Don't worry and get things done.
Bye.
Come in.
Here are this month's sales ledger and sales slips.
Thank you.
Mr. Choi just called.
Something came up and he can't come in.
You'll have to do everything today.
I see. Yes, sir.
(CEO Jung Jae Man)
Tae Soo.
Where's Jeong Wook?
He can't come to work today.
Really?
Do you know what's going on with him?
No, he didn't say anything.
Are you clueless too?
Yes.
What could it be? He wouldn't miss work unless it's serious.
Kyung Min, it's Jeong Wook.
Do you have time to see me right now?
No?
Okay. See you another time.
Tae Ho, it's Jeong Wook.
Sorry. I'm barely getting by myself.
It's fine. Sorry for asking.
After showing up out of the blue.
I'll see you at the next get-together.
Sure. I have to go.
This is all I have.
Sorry I don't have more.
Thanks so much.
I'll pay you back soon.
Take your time.
See you around.
Bye.
Sir, Kang Tae Soo...
went and collected money from everyone who was behind.
He's quite amazing.
He could help us score the US Army deal.
Why don't you ask Mr. Jung?
Tae Soo does anything Mr. Jung says.
Would Mr. Jung do me a favor?
This is my deal, not his.
He might if you offer to share the profit.
Mr. Jung's been trying to rake in money where he can.
Mr. Hong.
I said first in, first out.
You're right. I forgot.
I'm so sorry. This is my mistake.
Will you think before...
No, that's quite all right.
Be careful next time.
I'm so sorry. I should keep my wits about me.
What's wrong with me?
It's okay. Mistakes happen.
So,
when will you be going back there?
Back where?
You know, where they sell the dreamy stuff.
Oh, that place? Soon.
Let's set a date.
I don't feel well today.
I wish I could...
soak my whole body in a hot bath.
Go ahead.
- Can I? - Yes.
You aren't that efficient when you don't feel well.
Go to the sauna and rejuvenate yourself.
Can I do that? Thanks. I won't be too long.
Hello, Ms. Oh.
CEO Hong. It's been such a long time.
It has. Bring me a cup of coffee.
- Ms. Lee, coffee please. - Okay.
Shouldn't you be at work?
I should be.
Then why are you here?
It's all over.
I took over. You'll be seeing me often.
How about we go and watch a movie?
I can't leave the cafe unattended.
There's Ms. Lee.
The sales plummets when I'm not around.
Really? Then how about...
I increase your profit so we can...
watch a movie next time?
Bring me some beer.
- Are you sure? - Yes.
You have to work. Are you allowed to...
drink alcohol at midday?
It's fine. I said I took over.
Don't you worry. Bring me some beer.
Okay. Ms. Lee, two bottles of beer.
No.
Always an odd number. Three bottles.
One more bottle.
Where is Choi Jeong Shik?
Choi Jeong Shik?
Yes.
How did you find out?
Jeong Hee told me.
You look terrible.
Can you tell me what happened?
Was Mr. Choi here?
Yes.
He would have gone to see the victim to settle.
Can you come out if they do?
- I won't settle. - Why not?
Is it about the money?
Don't worry about that.
I'll get you out of here.
300 dollars?
Like I told your fiance already,
we won't settle for a penny less.
Even so.
300 dollars is nonsense.
And putting my brother in hospital isn't?
We told you clearly what we want.
Stop bothering us unless it's to bring the money.
Mr. Go, I heard you met Mr. Yoon's daughter.
Isn't she sweeter once you get to talk to her?
Yes.
She is quite pretty.
I was too drunk and don't remember much.
Did you agree to meet up again?
No. Not yet.
You didn't?
No.
Come on.
You need to see her again soon.
The more you meet, the better.
I don't think Soo In likes me very much.
Don't worry about that. She does anything I say.
The real problem is the other two women.
Mr. Go, you should...
do something to get on the ladies' good side.
Go to their restaurant.
That's a great idea.
Go to the restaurant one day.
You ask Soo In...
what she thought of Mr. Go.
There's no point in asking.
He's the man her dad introduced to her.
She likes him.
Do you think?
Of course.
Soo In's really thoughtful and caring.
She doesn't show what she feels.
"Love is never having to say you're sorry."
It's so sweet.
What are you talking about?
It's a line from the movie "Love Story".
The movie you saw last Sunday?
- Was it fun? - Yes.
The rich man's family...
disapproves of the poor girl.
The man leaves everything behind and chooses the girl.
The ending's really sad.
I see.
The adults are always the problem.
Why do they object to a couple being in love?
I don't get it.
I will never get it.
(Incheon Bus Terminus)
Did you ask Mr. Jung about Tae Soo?
Not yet. I don't know how much of the profit...
I should offer to pique his interest.
How about 30 percent?
- Do you think so? - Yes.
Yes, I should offer that much.
How did today's collection go?
Oh, right. I'll get right at it.
You slowpoke.
Come in.
I'd like to take out a loan.
- Sit. - Thanks.
Weren't you here once before?
How much do you need?
About 300 dollars.
300 dollars? That's quite a lot.
Did you bring any collateral?
No, I don't have anything.
Do I need collateral?
Yes. You can't borrow that much without collateral.
I have a steady job.
Do you know Taesan Noodles? I work there.
Taesan Noodles?
Yes. Can't you help me?
Not unless you bring collateral.
Jeong Wook.
Hi, Tae Soo.
Is something wrong? You missed work today.
Yes. Something happened.
What?
I'll tell you later.
- Tae Soo. - What?
Forget it.
Soo In's worried about you.
Go and see her.
I will.
See you.
Taesan Noodles.
- Jeong Wook? - Hi, Jeong Hee.
I meant to call you. Sorry.
It's okay.
Did you see Jeong Shik? How is he?
How much do they want?
You don't need to know.
Don't worry. I'll get the money.
How? It must be a huge amount.
You don't have any money.
Tae Soo lent me some a while ago.
I meant to give it to Soo In, but I might have to...
use it to settle this.
I have a little saved up. I'll wire it to you tomorrow.
Okay.
Tell Mom that everything's fine.
We can't let her worry.
Okay.
Let's talk again soon.
Bye.
Jeong Wook, what happened?
Soo In...
What's going on?
(Incheon Cafe)
Something happened to Jeong Shik.
To Jeong Shik? What exactly?
It involves his work.
Jeong Wook.
Don't worry. Everything's fine.
Are you sure it's fine?
Yes.
Your mother asked to see me yesterday,
but I had to go and see Jeong Shik.
I forgot about it and couldn't even tell her I couldn't make it.
She will be very upset.
Talk to her for me.
I will. Don't worry.
Did you find out? What happened?
Did Mr. Choi's brother beat someone up?
No, he didn't. It was a stroke of bad luck.
By the way, Mom,
I met the victim's older brother.
And? How much does he want?
50 dollars? 100?
No.
He wants 300.
What? 300 dollars?
No way.
That's how much a factory worker...
makes in 10 months.
I know that.
But he won't settle for anything below that.
How badly is the man hurt for them to demand so much?
Can you tell Dad to lend the money to Mr. Choi?
What excuse would I give?
How do I say I found out?
Say Mr. Choi's sister came by and you overheard them talk.
That's too much.
If Dad helps him out,
he might stay.
You have to get Dad to give Mr. Choi the money.
Please, Mom.
Okay. I'll talk to your dad about it.
- You will? - I don't know if he'll say yes.
I'll just ask.
Okay. Thanks, Mom.
You're helpless.
It doesn't add up.
Honey, I...
Is there a missing slip?
Is something missing?
Yes. This month's sales slips that Ms. Yoon gave me.
Are they in my office?
I'll go have a look.
Mom.
Why didn't you go straight home?
To talk to you.
I see.
Did you eat dinner?
Yes. Did you?
Yes.
Mr. Choi told me that...
he was supposed to meet you but that he couldn't make it.
He had something urgent to take care of.
Could you forgive him?
Why should I forgive him?
Mom...
Yes, something urgent could have come up.
If that were the case,
he should've come to apologize himself...
or called to talk to me in person.
Did he send you instead? How dare he.
He even missed work today.
He was busy all day.
Stop it. I've heard enough.
Mom.
Mr. Choi wouldn't miss work unless it was serious.
If he missed work, it's because something serious happened.
That's why he forgot about the appointment.
Can you please try to understand?
Don't think of him so negatively. Try changing your mind.
It's so hard on me when you're like this.
Soo In.
Please, Mom.
It's Jeong Shik. The police took him.
I'll be away a few years.
Our family has you.
We won't settle for anything under 300 dollars.
Do you have time to see me right now?
Tae Ho, it's Jeong Wook.
Sorry. I'm barely getting by myself.
Sorry I don't have more.
Thanks so much.
I'll pay you back soon.
Not unless you bring collateral.
Despite trying hard all day,
Jeong Wook couldn't get the money to free his brother.
Now he had nowhere to turn...
and he feels lost and frustrated.
For the first time in his life, Jeong Wook feels...
angry and defeated by his own incompetence.
Man Pyo, how is work these days?
Are you learning much?
I'm just doing my best.
Mr. Ko has been saying a lot of good things about you.
- Has he? - Yes.
So it worked, then.
What worked?
Nothing.
I'll work even harder.
I hope so.
Why are you frowning?
Are you in pain?
I have a migraine.
Do you have a headache?
No. It's just because I didn't sleep well.
Honey, I...
Can I have more soup?
It's delicious.
Okay.
Are you okay?
What? Why?
Did you not sleep well? You look pale.
I slept just fine.
Is something bothering you?
Not at all. I'm fine.
- Good morning. - Good morning.
Hello.
Did you sort out that family issue?
- Yes. - Good.
I have to go to the bank.
Okay.
(CEO Jung Jae Man)
Come in.
We have to purchase more flour.
I'm glad we signed the contract before the flour price went up.
Did you think about your resignation?
Well...
I guess I'm pushing you.
Come and talk to me when you're ready.
You can go.
Yes, sir.
Mr. Jung.
What is it?
Do you have something to say?
Well...
Mom.
What did you say to him?
I want you to break up with Soo In.
I want to see her marry a good man who can give her a good life.
Mom, today you have to...
tell Dad about Mr. Choi, okay?
Honey.
Don't worry too much, Jeong Shik.
I will help you.
- And the money? - Not yet.
I'll do what you asked.