(It's My Life)
So you're the daughter of Minhan Group's President Han?
I heard you were studying abroad. Did you graduate?
Yes, I did.
How long have you known her?
You're a hard one to figure out.
I don't really know her.
It's fine. You don't need to come up with an excuse.
Ms. Han is dating me, Grandpa.
What?
Mr. Choi.
We are dating with the intention of getting married.
I wanted to introduce her to you first.
Go back safely, both of you.
Take good care of my grandpa.
If anything happens, call me first.
Okay. I'll do that.
Well, visit your grandfather often.
Seeing your family is the best cure when you're sick.
You're Mr. Ahn Seok Ho's family, aren't you?
Yes, I'm his grandson.
Mr. Ahn's doctor wants to see you.
Okay.
Please wait for me in the car.
You know where I parked it, right?
Yes.
Gosh. He always does everything as he wants.
- Goodbye. - Wait, Seung Joo.
Is everything okay?
What are you talking about?
Oh, you're talking about the call I made yesterday.
That... That was a mistake.
Your phone number is similar to my friend's.
I thought you were in trouble.
I'm relieved. I was worried about you.
Why would you worry about me?
If you were really worried about me, why didn't you call me back?
It worried me.
I know someone...
who smiles pretending she's okay when she's upset about something,
but she's actually hurting inside.
So she always pulls a blanket over her head and cries quietly.
Since you're so much like her, I was worried a lot about you.
Why are you saying such a thing when you don't know much about me?
Don't cry even in your dreams from now on.
You look so much prettier when you smile.
I should go now.
Don't cry even in your dreams.
You look so much prettier when you smile.
I didn't take too much time, did I?
Shall we go somewhere and have dinner?
- Do you always behave as you like? - Pardon?
We are dating with the intention of getting married?
Why did you say it to Chairman Ahn when I never agreed with that?
You agreed earlier.
When did I do that?
When a woman nods quietly, doesn't it mean she agrees?
My goodness.
Mr. Choi, you've been SF, right?
"SF"? What does that mean?
It means you've been single forever.
Since you're filled with so much prejudice against women,
you probably have never been in a serious relationship.
When I was in Italy, I dated a Japanese woman for a while...
and had an American girlfriend when I was in the US.
I think I dated her for two years.
However, are you already curious about my past relationships?
Gosh. That's totally ridiculous.
Avoid speaking that way since it makes you look classless.
- Mr. Choi. - I hate women who nag...
their busy boyfriends...
to spend more time with them or nitpick at them.
"Celebrate our anniversaries and give your all to me."
I hate women who'd say it even more.
My goodness. That's wonderful...
because I'm exactly the type you just described.
I always nag my boyfriend to spend more time with me...
and am so good at nitpicking at others.
And... Right. When my boyfriend forgets our anniversary,
I go sulky.
I know you're not that type.
Even if you have some problems like that, you can fix them.
You really don't understand what I'm saying.
Listen. Don't you know how to say sorry?
"I was thoughtless earlier."
"I will never let it happen again."
I think that's what you should say in this situation.
I don't do anything to apologize for.
I've never caused any situations like that before.
It looks like you aren't getting the point.
The point...
is that I, a woman named Han Seung Joo,
have no intention of dating you seriously.
You will come to want it eventually.
Gosh. Seriously. I mean,
I don't want it. How can you be sure that I will?
I know you will.
It's because I've never failed to get what I wanted.
I'll get out.
I have nothing more to say to you.
My grandfather is terminally ill.
He wishes to see his grandson getting married before he dies.
Was it wrong to introduce you to him first?
I told you that storming out when you don't like the situation...
is a childish behavior, didn't I?
Calm down and enjoy listening to music.
(Hanguk Hospital)
Are you okay?
What do you mean?
I'm talking about President Han's daughter.
Seung Joo? What about her?
I thought you were in an intimate relationship with her.
I think you got a wrong idea.
There's nothing going on between us.
- We're just friends. - Friends?
Then I'm relieved.
It's done.
How are you feeling, Chairman Ahn?
I'm feeling well.
- Is the discharge procedure done? - Yes.
However, are you sure you will be okay?
Of course.
- Are you leaving the hospital, sir? - Yes.
I should go to my office and have a lot of work to do.
No, Chairman Ahn.
Work is important, but your health comes first.
I'm well aware that I have less than three months left.
I want to spend the time I have left on getting my affairs in order...
and spending quality time with the people I love.
Go see your mother before we leave.
Is he going home already?
Yes.
Even though I couldn't see you often,
I was happy that you were in the same hospital.
We're both in Seoul now.
Yes. You're right.
Our bodies are separated, but my heart is always with you.
I'll call you as often as I can.
Oh, right. The doctor said...
you'll be discharged from the hospital next week.
Really?
But you should come here three times a week for physical therapy.
So we better find a house for short-term rent.
Short-term rent?
But houses in Seoul are so expensive.
I'll take care of it, so don't worry about anything.
I'm off.
- Wait. - Why, Mom?
Here.
What's this?
Jin Ah gave it to me.
Jin Ah did?
I wasn't sure if I should tell you this or not,
but I decided to tell you.
(10,000 dollars)
Why did she give this money back to me?
I guess she was ashamed.
To be honest, everything will be resolved if she gives up...
and marries Dae Sik. Why would she burden you too?
Please don't say such a thing, Mom.
I did it because I wanted to.
Jin Ah did nothing wrong.
What is she to you?
What does she mean to you? Why are you doing this much?
10,000 dollars are a fortune considering our financial status.
Jin Ah is the woman I have a crush on, Mom.
Gosh. You half-witted brat.
Jin Ah probably got married yesterday.
You should forget about her.
Forget about her and move on.
Did you say that Jin Ah got married?
Who is it?
I'm the one who called you to inquire about the house.
In a minute.
Hello.
It's a small house, but I'm sure it's big enough for two people.
I see.
- Follow me. - Okay.
This is the room I sublet.
("Construction Safety", "Construction-Related Act")
It looks like someone stayed here before.
It was my younger brother's, but he recently went to the army.
You can use the bed and desk here.
That's a relief.
Where are you from?
Wepo.
Did you come to Seoul to find a job?
I'm from the countryside too.
I moved out when I found a job in Seoul.
I begged my parents saying I'd take care of my brother,
and my mom paid the deposit for this place.
The deposit isn't much, so the rent is expensive.
My this is my sweet home.
It's nice and cozy.
Did you make those curtains yourself?
Yes. What do you think?
- Are they okay? - Yes.
They're very pretty.
Actually, I work at Hyunkang Group.
Really?
I'm here for the competition at Hyunkang Group.
It's my dream to work there.
- Which department are you in? - The design department.
Although I'm just a part-time assistant designer.
Really?
It's my dream to become a designer.
You must be so happy.
I want to do my best and get a job at Hyunkang Group.
Please help me out.
Is that what you studied?
I studied clothes and textiles at a university back hometown.
I worked as a designer at an apparel company in China after that.
Your resume won't look good, but I'm sure you'll get a chance.
Our company holds blind tests, so you just need to have skills.
- You know the deadline is tomorrow? - Yes.
Good luck.
I hope it works out for you.
I hope we get along.
Me too.
Let's see.
You can't be late when paying the rent.
We also have to share the household chores.
Okay, got it.
Do you think...
I could move in today?
Today?
It's Nam Jin, isn't it?
What are you talking about?
Jin Ah.
Nam Jin took her, didn't he?
What do you mean?
Didn't you marry her yesterday?
Did she disappear?
Yes, she did.
She disappeared with all her belongings.
Where is Nam Jin?
I'm sure he took her.
How would he take Jin Ah...
when he's busy taking care of a chairman in Seoul?
He hasn't even been able to come visit his mom.
Then who else would take Jin Ah?
She could've gone away on her own.
Why are you blaming an innocent person?
Mr. Lee, please tell me where Nam Jin is.
I'm going to ask him myself.
Stop saying nonsense and leave.
Why did you get your hopes up for someone out of your league?
Did you think Jin Ah was your match?
I don't care.
Jin Ah is my wife.
We registered our marriage.
- Yes, Mr. Lee. - There's a problem here, Nam Jin.
What problem? What is it?
Jin Ah must have run away in the middle of the night.
What?
Dae Sik came to me and caused a scene.
He thinks you took Jin Ah.
I'm calling you because I'm worried he might go to you.
Okay.
- What is it? - What?
It's nothing.
Aren't you going to tell me?
It's something personal, Chairman Ahn.
You...
don't know how to hide your feelings.
I can see everything on your face if I look closely.
Why would you say it's nothing?
I feel powerless...
that I can't do anything...
for the person I love.
Then you need to gain power.
- Why does that worry you? - What?
If it's material which you want to give her,
you should make money.
If it's your heart, you should show her how sincere you are.
What if she doesn't wait for me until then?
You must not be right for each other then.
Don't be too impatient about it.
Sincerity always works.
When the time comes,
people will find their places.
I hope you're right.
If we're meant to be, she'll come back, right?
Of course.
Mr. Kim, can you take us to the charnel house?
(Ahn Young Gyu, Kim So Young)
How are you?
You're lucky you don't age.
I've gotten a lot older.
What if you don't recognize me later?
Oh, right.
Si Woo might get married soon.
Of course, it's about time he gets married.
I want to change his last name to Ahn...
before he gets married.
However, Father won't budge.
Can you pull some strings?
Si Woo is part of the Ahn family,
isn't he?
(Hanguk Charnel House)
Where are we, Chairman Ahn?
Well... It's where...
my son, Young Gyu, is.
I see.
(Ahn Young Gyu)
(Kim So Young)
(Ahn Young Gyu)
Greet them, Nam Jin.
Okay.
Hello.
I'm Yang Nam Jin, and I'm taking care of Chairman Ahn.
Young Gyu,
So Young, do you see him?
It's your son, Nam Jin.
He's here.
I have to live a bit longer.
I need to see Nam Jin...
find his place before I die.
I don't have much time.
What are you doing? This is awkward.
Get used to it since I'm a well-mannered man.
Would you like some wine...
or whisky?
No, I only drink soju.
Then should I ask someone to buy us soju?
No, thanks.
Trust me.
- What? - I...
will be good to you. I'll cherish and protect you.
So stop pushing me away.
Regardless of how our families want us to get married,
I wouldn't want to date you...
unless I liked you.
I don't think...
marriage should be based on love.
Then what do you think marriage is?
Family background that is a good match with each other.
Respect for each other's world.
I believe things like these...
enable a couple to keep their marriage peaceful.
I beg to differ.
How long can a marriage without love last?
You know...
why my family name is Choi, not Ahn, right?
What? Oh, that.
Yes. I heard from my dad.
My dad, who loved my mom so much...
that he was willing to cut ties with his parents,
ended up marrying a woman whom his parents chose.
My mom had to live secretly while watching only me.
Do you really believe that is love?
Love which exists only in dramas...
always hurts both in the end.
Trust me and follow me.
I'll drive.
I understand what you're saying.
I haven't made up my mind yet,
so please drive slowly.
Don't worry. I'm the best driver.
- Yeon Sil, I'm here. - Hi, Man Seok.
You said you were on a business trip in Daegu.
- Did you come back already? - Yes.
I rushed back as soon as I finished my work because I missed you.
Oh, my. I'm touched, Man Seok.
- Now, let's go. - Where are we going?
I wanted to spend a day with you,
so I booked a resort for us.
This resort has hot springs.
My goodness.
But I can't go there like this.
I didn't bring anything but my phone.
All I need is you. What else would I need?
Man Seok, you're such a romanticist.
Let's go.
Okay.
By the way, what if Seung Joo finds out about this?
It's okay because I told her I'll be home in three days.
Besides, she doesn't even call me because she's mad at me.
Seung Joo is still against our relationship, right?
I'm the one who gets married.
Do you know what my nickname was when I was younger?
What was it?
Seongsu-dong Bulldozer.
"Seongsu-dong Bulldozer"?
Once I set my mind on something, I push ahead with it no matter what.
That's what it means.
Oh, my. Man Seok, you're such a tough guy.
I like a tough guy.
- We're setting off. - Okay.
If I spend it wisely, I can hold out 3 or 4 months without working.
I'll focus on the contest for the time being.
Hello?
Jin Ah, can you get a few bottles of water on your way home?
Sure. Do you need anything else?
Cup ramyeon? Okay.
(Clean Distribution)
Aren't you Jin Ah?
You're Jin Ah, right?
I'm glad I recognized you.
What on earth happened?
After you disappeared, the town was turned upside down.
You're mistaken me with someone else.
Wait. I'm not mistaken.
You are Jin Ah.
Mr. Jung's only daughter, Jin Ah.
Did you settle nearby?
Oh, my. My daughter also lives here with her husband.
You know my daughter, Mi Sook, right?
- I said you're mistaken. Stop it. - Hey.
Hey. Jin Ah.
Jin Ah.
Hello?
Since you called, you should talk.
Is this Jin Ah?
You're Jin Ah, aren't you?
Your mom and I are doing fine.
So don't worry about us.
You're eating well, right?
Poor you.
You must be going through a lot in a strange place.
I'm sorry, Dad.
I'll work hard to make money...
and pay off the debt.
Please stay healthy until then.
Dad.
This is Hyunkang Group's history.
This book describes everything that happened since the foundation...
until it became the company that it is now.
Read it whenever you have a chance. It'll be helpful.
Jin Ah must have run away in the middle of the night.
Dae Sik came to me and caused a scene.
He thinks you took Jin Ah.
Jin Ah, it's me, Nam Jin.
You must've been distressed.
I'm writing this e-mail because there's no other way to contact you.
Mr. Lee told me that you disappeared the day before your wedding.
Where are you now?
(New Message)
(Jin Ah, it's me, Nam Jin.)
Call me as soon as you get this.
I'll wait for your call.
My mom said...
if my heart is with you,
that's all that matters even if we're far away from each other.
Wherever I am, my heart is always with you.
So don't go too far.
(Do you want to delete this e-mail?)
Nam Jin, I...
forgot everything when I left my hometown.
You used to be the only warmth in my life.
But I'm going to forget you too.
Thinking of you...
reminds me of how cold I used to feel.
And that's painful.
Are you nervous about your first day at work?
Yes. I'm a little nervous.
All right. How you dress tells who you are.
If you feel uncomfortable, other people feel the same way.
I haven't worn a suit many times before.
I feel awkward.
Always be confident.
Then your clothes will make you stand out.
That's the basic principle of fashion.
Yes, Chairman Ahn.
All right.
Come in.
You're here. Have a seat.
Your grandfather seems to have checked out of the hospital...
in a rush to be at the emergency board meeting.
I don't know what card he's planning to use,
but it will be useless.
Unless the board is stupid,
they'll stand behind the rising sun, not the setting one.
People need to be smart about whom to side with.
Are things going well with President Han's daughter?
Yes.
I think you should get engaged when your grandfather is alive.
That way he'll know...
that seven percent of Minhan Group's shares belong to you.
He probably sees it coming.
How?
I introduced Seung Joo to him yesterday...
as someone I'm dating and considering marrying.
He probably knows it.
You did the right thing.
Right,
isn't today the deadline for the design competition?
- Yes. - Take a good look at the designs.
We should set the ones we can use for the next season apart.
I'm thinking of asking Seung Joo for help.
Seung Joo?
What would she know about it?
She studied fashion design.
She has an eye for it and passion.
Is that so?
That's good.
She couldn't be any more perfect to be your wife.
Did you sleep well, Seung Joo?
Good morning, Si Woo.
Do you have time this afternoon?
I'm meeting a friend for lunch,
but free after 3pm. Why?
I need your help.
My help?
Today is the deadline for our design competition.
I'd like to ask you to be a judge.
A judge?
That's ridiculous. How could I do that?
You just need to do the first round...
eliminating the ones that are really bad.
I'm sure you can do that much.
I'd like to,
but I'm not sure if I can do a good job.
I'll have our design team cross-check, so don't worry.
Let's meet at the cafe in front of your house around 7pm.
Okay.
Give me some time,
and I'll become a designer at Hyunkang Group.
Are you okay?
Yes, I am.
It's very dangerous to step backward in front of a parking lot...
when you don't know when a car might come out.
I'm sorry.
You're hurt.
Buy yourself something for the cut with this.
No, it's okay.
Take it. People come before cars.
Also,
call me if you need anything.
(Choi Si Woo, Hyunkang Group)
"Planning Director of Hyunkang Group"?
"Choi Si Woo"?
What is Nam Jin doing here?
(It's My Life)
Someone I know said the same thing.
Today is the death anniversary of Seung Joo's mom.
It stings, burns, and hurts.
You do it, Nam Jin. It's what the chairman wants.
You seem to think you're somebody because of that armband,
but how do we know that's what the chairman wants?