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What I'm about to say might seem too sudden.
I thought I should tell you one day.
Actually...
While I was in Vietnam, there wasn't a day when I wasn't scared.
A bomb could go off any day,
so I could never relax.
The only thing that helped me through that fear were your letters.
I realized something, Bok Shil.
You're very precious to me.
I'm precious?
Yes.
Things I weren't sure about when we were close...
became clear when we were apart.
I'd like you to understand how I feel.
Bok Shil.
I know that you think of and care for me a lot.
While you were in Vietnam,
I missed you a lot too.
But, you know,
as much as you care for me, I want you to accept my dream.
I'm really desperate.
I want just one person to know that and support me.
But you don't do that for me.
I want you to stay close and be an ordinary...
If you won't support me, don't say any more.
If you're going to say what Mom said,
I don't want to listen.
Bok Shil!
Mother, let's have dinner.
Okay, let's eat.
Bok Shil.
You just got off work?
What great timing.
Wash your hands and eat.
You didn't even greet your grandma?
What a brat. Bok Shil.
Leave her alone. She's just upset.
Get the dinner table. Let's eat.
- Bok Shil. - Go to your room.
Get up.
You don't deserve to be angry.
I said get up.
There's no one to put up with your whining.
You're no longer a kid.
I'm upset and sorry that I couldn't provide everything you wanted,
but I can't let my daughter...
daydream about becoming a singer.
Okay?
I want to be alone. Get out.
Work at a factory,
meet a nice man and get married.
That's what I want from you.
Leave the table out when you're done.
Kyung Ho.
I don't envy anyone in the world now.
You graduated from the best university in Korea,
you're working at a good company,
and made a fortune in Viet...
What?
- Kyung Ho made a lot of money? - No.
He saw a lot of money while he was there.
Oh dear.
The only thing left for you to do...
is to find a nice woman and get married.
I'll ask around, make sure the conditions are right,
and find you the perfect bride.
You are not allowed to get distracted until then.
Do you understand?
How can a man not get distracted...
even once until he gets married?
He has to date women like this...
and women like that.
He should date Ms. Kim and Ms. Lee...
Don't talk nonsense.
What if he met someone like Madam Gu's niece...
and fall in love?
My goodness.
I still can't believe what she said.
Just look at our son.
Of all the girls to suggest,
she suggested her niece who works at a factory.
- My goodness. - Kyung Ho's a catch, that's why.
Even if he is,
what makes her think a factory worker...
would be good enough for him?
I want a girl who went to university.
She must be as classy as us,
both her parents must be alive.
She must be pretty, mild-mannered, and come from a good family.
I won't let Kyung Ho marry anyone who isn't like that.
We worked too hard...
and he's too deserving to marry below that.
Aren't you?
Mom, I don't want to get married yet.
What? Why don't you want to...
when everything's ready?
Thanks for the food.
- Can I be excused, Dad? - Sure.
Did he lose his appetite?
Why didn't he finish his food?
Because there's not enough food.
Nothing here is worth eating a lot of.
Is that why you're stuffing your face like a pig?
Mi Jin didn't cause any trouble today?
She didn't.
She changed her mind for some reason and studied with the tutor.
Really?
It looks like my daughter deserves some praise.
For studying?
Yes.
It's nice that you're obedient.
Don't worry.
I'm going to study hard from now on.
What happened?
You said there's no way you'd study with that guy.
I might hate him, but it's fine if he's a good teacher.
What more should a tutor have to do?
Good girl.
Why did you suddenly change?
- I feel anxious. - What for?
When a person changes suddenly, it means they'll die.
Mom!
No, I meant to say...
I'm curious as to why you suddenly changed your mind.
It's because Mi Jin's smart.
She understood what I said...
and changed right away.
- I'm home. - Welcome home.
What did you say to her?
You don't need to know.
We thought this thoughtful girl was an immature child.
That's all your fault.
Why is that my fault?
Sang Pil, is it all my fault that Mi Jin...
was so immature?
Do you think so, too?
No, Auntie.
It's not, is it?
See? Sang Pil disagrees too.
Mom.
Even if he agreed, would he dare say so?
You asked the wrong question.
She's right.
What kind of a mom isn't half as smart as her daughter?
Mi Jin decided to study with the tutor.
That's what we were talking about.
I see.
Well done.
- Sir. - What?
Did you read the report on the joint construction program in Vietnam?
Yes. I told my team to take a look and I haven't heard from them yet.
I should soon.
You should both go upstairs.
- Goodnight. - Sure.
- Goodnight. - Okay.
You and I need to talk.
Sang Pil, go upstairs.
Okay, Auntie.
- What? - What happened?
You never listen to me.
How could you change completely after one chat with your dad?
You refused to study with that man until now.
You don't need to know.
I'd like you to understand how I feel.
You're very precious to me.
Bok Shil. Can I come in?
Let's talk.
Don't worry about Soon Young.
I won't tell anyone.
Okay.
I'll tell Mom and Grandma when the time is right.
If that's why you came in, you can go now.
I want to be alone.
I heard you and Mom talk last night...
and I felt really bad.
I had no idea what you and the others thought.
I was too busy studying...
to care or have any interest.
You could think of me as a substitute for Dad.
I thought I should show more interest in you from now on.
But, Bok Shil.
I understand...
where our mom's coming from.
She's more worried because you're a girl.
I feel the same.
That's why we don't want you to become a singer.
We want you to be the cute daughter and sister you are...
until you meet and marry a nice man.
You said you're my substitute for Dad.
Dad loved it when I sang.
Why do you disapprove?
Bok Shil.
You want to become a law professional.
That's why you studied.
Everyone else supported you and waited for you to pass the exam.
Why am I not allowed to do what I want?
- Good morning. - Hello.
I'm here to collect your urine!
Hi, Jeong Tae.
Your vat, please.
Okay, just a minute.
Go and get yours as well.
Oh dear...
Choon Sam! Kyung Ho!
Are you off to work?
Yes. How's your business going?
I hope it goes well. Get going.
Okay. See you later, Mom.
Take care, son.
I'll get my dad's.
She's such a nuisance.
Dad, your urine.
Choon Ja, sit down so we can talk.
Let's talk later.
Jeong Tae wants our vats.
Forget about that and sit down.
Dad...
You're all grown up.
You got drunk and let a man carry you home.
- What? - Oh dear.
How much did you drink...
that you can't even remember that?
I was so shocked to see Jeong Tae carry you home.
What if someone saw? What would they think?
I drank because I was upset.
What's there to be upset about?
Do you think I don't get upset?
Do you think I don't have feelings?
You told me to do something with my life.
So, I wanted to do something.
What got into her?
Oh dear.
Jeong Tae.
Choon Ja, is this your business?
Why are you bringing him the urine?
I'm helping Jeong Tae and his new enterprise.
My goodness.
I can't believe people make money with urine.
Jeong Tae, starting tomorrow morning,
I'll have all our vats here waiting for you.
Worry about yourself, not me.
Don't get drunk because you failed to become a singer.
What did you say?
- Did you sleep well? - Yes, thanks.
Choon Ja did what?
You didn't know?
Choon Ja and Bok Shil...
auditioned to sing for the troops in Vietnam...
and they both failed.
What? Sing for the troops in Vietnam?
Is that true?
Well...
You told me to get out of the house and do something.
So, you tried to go to Vietnam?
I wanted to show you that I could become a singer.
Even so.
Vietnam's a dangerous place.
You wanted to go there?
But, I failed the audition.
By farting on stage on purpose.
You farted?
What a way to fail an audition. That was so you.
Well done. Well done.
I'll put up with those kinds of farts 10 times a day.
That's fine.
Go to work, Dad.
Okay. Choon Ja.
On my way to work, I'll ask to have some coal delivered.
Stay at home and make sure you get it.
Check the number carefully.
Okay.
You failed for farting?
- See you. - Bye.
Choon Sam, your urine vat.
Jeong Tae.
What?
You look a mess.
Kyung Ho dressed up in a suit.
Worry about yourself, not me.
What about me?
You said you like me.
I did? I said that?
You don't remember what you said when you were drunk?
I don't remember a single thing.
Why did I say something like that?
You really don't remember?
Great. I'll pretend I didn't hear it.
My heart sank because I thought you meant it.
Why wouldn't I remember that?
Why did his heart sink?
I'll go and pass our CEO a report.
Wait, wait.
What is that about...
that you're taking it directly to the CEO?
He gave me a report on...
a prospective joint-venture with a Vietnamese company.
What?
So, you met with the CEO while...
leaving me right out of the loop?
When was that?
You left work early yesterday.
Did you meet with Mr. Hwang then?
No.
You're young but you should know better.
Are you trying to step over me to get to the top?
When did you start meeting Mr. Hwang behind my back?
It's not like that. Mr. Hwang called and gave me the task in person.
Excuse me.
But... Mr. Han.
Gosh.
I didn't think so,
but he could totally stab someone in the back.
I don't think he's the type to betray someone.
It's a Vietnamese project.
Maybe our CEO thought Mr. Han's the man for the job.
Be quiet.
Get to work.
What do you think?
It definitely has business value.
You'll be able to tell when you see my report.
Okay.
Then you're in charge of this project.
Lucky Entertainment's Mr. Cha...
knows the local businessmen well.
Ask for help if you must.
- I'll call ahead. - Okay, sir.
Mr. Hwang called. I was expecting you.
- Have a seat. - Thanks.
A list of names and numbers of local Vietnamese dignitaries.
Call me if you need anything.
I'll help you as best I can.
Okay, thanks.
I'd like to thank you again for helping me...
on the day of the audition.
I was too busy and didn't thank you properly.
It's fine. You'd prepared everything so well that...
I didn't have much to do.
Did you get what you wanted?
Yes, kind of.
I hired some good singers.
Good.
Can I ask you something personal?
Sure.
If someone in your family...
wanted to become a singer,
how would you feel?
Would you support the person?
I'm not sure.
I know how rough the industry is.
It's tough to answer.
There definitely is something, which is why I'm in the industry,
but if the person were a relative, I'm not sure I'd support them.
I see.
- I should go now. - Okay.
Call if you ever need my help.
I will. Thanks.
I don't want to sing because I'm a daydreamer.
I want to sing to make people happy with my voice.
Jin Kyu, are you there?
Yes, sir.
I need you to find Oh Se Ra.
Oh Se Ra?
Yes. The address is on her form.
Tell her I want to see her.
What? Shall I say it again?
No, sir.
Oh Se Ra...
- Bok Shil. - Soon Young.
Are you busy?
It's okay.
- Bok Shil, that day... - Was I surprised?
Yes, I was.
I was really surprised to see you...
with my brother.
He did nothing but study his whole life.
I never thought he'd have a girlfriend.
Are you disappointed that...
your brother's dating someone as useless as me?
I was, to be honest.
I'm not saying you're a nobody.
Jeong Hoon's special, even to us.
He studied a lot...
and Mom and Grandma have high hopes for him.
That's why I had a vague idea...
that Jeong Hoon wouldn't date...
a factory worker like me or you.
I thought he'd date someone highly-educated and smart.
I'm worried how my mom...
and grandma will react when...
Jeong Hoon says he's dating you.
I know I'm not good enough, Bok Shil.
I'm not here to say that.
I am worried about you and Jeong Hoon,
but...
I came here to tell you not to give up.
Bok Shil.
I'm not saying that...
because I know you well and we get along.
If it had been a while ago, I'd have disapproved as well.
But now I want people to do what they want.
I came to say that.
If you really like Jeong Hoon,
stay strong and don't give up.
Bok Shil...
So, don't feel timid already.
I'm on your side.
Thank you.
Thanks, Bok Shil.
I can only be grateful and apologetic to you.
I told you to solve the problems.
Just kill time and then leave.
It's almost time.
You can leave now.
I told you to solve these because I need to know your level.
What a joke.
Do you think I'm here...
to study with the likes of you?
Solve these.
How much is my dad paying you? A lot?
Is that why you keep coming back?
You still wear that scarf.
You're so poor.
You can't even throw away a stupid scarf like that.
You keep wearing it.
You must be really poor to keep coming here for the money.
If this is about how we met,
isn't this too childish?
What? Childish?
Are you done?
I'm coming back because your father pleaded with me...
and because I believe promises must be kept.
However important a promise is,
if you don't want me to teach you,
I have no reason to be here.
If you want to fire me, go ahead.
But first, study with me for just three sessions.
Then, if you can convince me logically why you don't like me,
then I'll leave.
Solve these...
by tomorrow.
He's such a leech!
Your results will come out soon and you're tutoring someone?
Yes. I couldn't refuse a good friend's request.
I see.
So... I met Bok Shil today.
- Bok Shil? - She came to the factory.
She did? What did she say?
Did she upset you?
No.
She said that if I really like you,
I should be strong and not give up.
She said that...
people should do what they want.
She's a better person than I am.
So, what did you say?
I decided to have some courage.
I know I'm not good enough for you,
but I like you.
My feelings for you are bigger than anything,
so though I'm scared, I'll be strong and not give up.
Can I do that?
Of course.
Thank you.
When I pass the exam,
I'll introduce you to my mom and grandma.
99 and 100.
That's it. Did you check?
- Yes. Thanks, mister. - Bye.
Wait, coal-seller!
He left.
What?
We're out of coal briquettes and need some.
He left already?
I'll ask him to come over later.
- Mal Soon. - What?
Buy our briquettes.
What?
You want me to buy from you?
I'll give them to you half-price.
Half-price?
But you can never tell my dad.
I wouldn't even dream of it.
How many do you need?
50.
Done.
There.
Here.
You can't tell your dad about this, okay?
Don't worry about me. Just keep your mouth shut.
Wait.
Where will you spend...
the money I'm about to give you?
That's none of your business.
Oh dear...
Sang Man really did a terrible job raising that girl.
She's a thieving cat, not a daughter.
Can you help me?
Who are you?
Hello. I'm here looking for someone.
Does Oh Se Ra live here?
- Who? - Oh Se Ra. Oh. Se. Ra.
You came to the wrong house.
No one called that lives here.
Isn't this house Sohyun-dong 28?
The address is correct,
but that person doesn't live here.
Excuse me.
Can I ask you something?
Go ahead.
What were you doing in that house?
I'm looking for someone.
Do you know an Oh Se Ra?
Oh Se Ra? Who's that?
I was told she lives at Sohyun-dong 28. Isn't this...
This is Sohyun 28,
but no one with that name lives in this neighborhood.
Really? Are you sure?
Look.
I've lived here almost all my life.
I know everyone that lives here, even down to the ants.
There is no Oh Se Ra in this neighborhood.
Five?
Three?
One?
Oh dear, it looks like I'll have to fold this time.
I'll stay in.
Too bad.
I have a one.
What kind of a game is this?
Have you two been ganging up against me since yesterday?
Why would we do that?
Stop playing, then.
Wait, wait.
You can't leave after taking all my money.
Deal the cards.
Let's stop playing.
It looks like your pockets are empty.
I got something from a customer's back pocket.
This game will be our last.
Now bet.
Bet. Now deal.
Wait, wait, wait.
This time...
I will deal.
Here.
Two.
I have a seven.
I won this time, didn't I?
Come to me.
You can't take someone else's money.
I have a nine.
- Wow. - Wait.
- That's amazing. - Darling, I...
What are you doing?
Are you gambling again?
What do you think you're doing?
Hey.
Do you know what Oh Jeong Tae's up to?
Not really.
Try talking to him again.
Make him work for me.
You have me.
Why do you want to hire someone who doesn't want to serve you?
Just do as you're told.
Are you talking back to me?
- No, sir. - You fool.
- Are you? - No, sir.
- Boss. - What is it now?
Go to the dressing room.
What for?
They're gambling in there.
What?
Go and break all their wrists.
Okay, boss?
You gambled instead of getting ready for work?
You three stay like this until...
we open for customers. Understand?
I should replace all of you.
Darn it.
This is so embarrassing.
Did you tell on us?
After all the extra work he made you do,
you tell on us?
Keep this in your mouth...
or I'll go and tell the boss again.
Hands up!
- Enjoy the gimbap. - Bye.
Looks like we can close early today.
Maybe.
I'll sell the rest and wrap up things here.
Buy a sack of flour and go home.
Tell the shop owner I'll pay everything at once.
- Okay. - Go.
Take care.
- Mr. Kim. - Jeong Woo, are you leaving?
To get flour.
Good. You're a good boy and...
such a great help to your mom. Go ahead.
Bye.
Hi. You sold almost everything today.
I'll take the rest.
Thanks to you, I can go home early.
And...
this is for you.
I was going to pay you later at home.
Oh, right.
It's that day of the month already.
I feel terrible whenever you pay me back.
Don't say that.
If you hadn't paid for Jeong Woo's surgery then,
he wouldn't be able to walk at all.
You put up your land as collateral...
to get us a loan.
I'm so sorry that I can only...
pay you back a little at a time.
You shouldn't say that.
You pay me once every month without fail.
I felt terrible each time.
I know how strapped you are.
I'll never forget...
what you did to help us.
Oh dear.
I only found out this morning.
Choon Ja and Bok Shil...
auditioned to sing for the troops in Vietnam.
They're just so immature.
Choon Ja tagged along because of Bok Shil.
I'm glad they both didn't make it.
I'm sure that now...
they're deterred from trying again.
I'm worried because Bok Shil's serious.
She wants to be a singer...
and we fought about it yesterday.
She wants to be a singer?
Then she didn't enter because she's immature.
She loved to sing since she was young.
That's what she wanted to do.
That's why I'm worried.
I scolded her and...
she asked what I'd done for her.
I didn't put her through school and now I'm against her dreams.
My heart broke.
Kids never understand how their parents feel.
They always put themselves first.
I managed to educate Choon Ja...
because she was my only child.
We all struggled to get through life.
Don't be too upset.
Let's go.
Come along.
Choon Ja, Dad's home.
Is the coal here?
Jeong Tae will look great in this.
Choon Ja!
When did you get home?
Is that all the coal he delivered?
What? Yes.
There's just half.
I ordered 100.
The price doubled recently.
What?
He didn't say that this morning.
It happened suddenly.
Just like that.
You couldn't find her?
No. I went to this address...
and she doesn't live there.
The neighbors don't know her, too.
Really?
Do you think she gave a fake address?
Some do that.
Then how am I to find her?
(Royal Entertainment)
You need to pay to register.
(Audition to Sing)
I really wanted to pass.
I saw you sing that day.
You were really good.
You heard me sing?
You're talented. I don't understand why you failed.
Who are you?
Me?
This is me.
(Swan Singing Institute)
Jeong Mi, Suzy Kim. I taught them all.
Really?
I'd like to make you famous.
Are you interested?
What? Are you serious?
(Through the Waves)
He'll make me a singer.
I need you to show me your appreciation to register.
- Isn't he a fraud? - He's not.
Who do you think you are to boss me around?
You're just a beggar!
He said he'd teach you.
Why should you bring the money?
- Can you come with me? - I don't need Lucky Entertainment.
Find out about Swan Singing Institute.
Mi Jin got into a fight with some men at a club.
- I'll check on her. - Okay.
- Let go of her. - Who are you?
I said let her go.
What are you, her lover?
Yes.
Let her go.