Junwoo!
Junwoo, are you all right?
Subin.
You're all grown up now,
and I have another family too.
You and I...
...we both have different paths to take.
Where did you go?
(Mom)
Oh no. What should I do with you?
Please answer the phone!
(Mom)
I need to go to my friend Chanyeol's house to do some homework.
Please drive me there.
Hurry.
Pass me the ball, please. Hurry!
We're not finished with our jjajangmyeon yet.
Thanks, jjajangmyeon guy.
Do you...
Didn't you come to our house once to collect the empty bowls?
You have a great memory.
It's because you're good-looking.
You're the one...
...who's good-looking.
I hear that a lot.
I hope you grow up...
...to become a brave man, kid.
Okay.
Junwoo.
Mom.
He picked up my ball for me.
Dad, let's eat jjajangmyeon today. Okay?
Go on inside.
Let's go.
Bye, jjajangmyeon guy.
Thank you.
What is this?
Why does he have the same name as me?
Why?
When I named him...
...I thought that maybe...
...this could be a way for me to make atonement.
I was too immature...
...and there were many things I didn't know back then.
While giving my kid everything and devote myself into raising him...
...I thought at least...
Still, how could you use my name...
You really have terrible taste...
...at naming your kid.
My mom...
...still thinks that the time she spent with her first love...
...was the most beautiful moment in her life.
She still longs for that moment...
...back when she was 18.
She always tells me...
..."your dad was a kind person".
"He loved you very much."
She says that all the time.
That's why...
...I also longed for him.
The person called "dad".
I came because I didn't get to say this when we met earlier.
I'm sorry, Junwoo.
I'm sorry.
Don't worry.
I will never...
I will never come looking for you again.
Stay healthy.
Junwoo.
By any chance, are you Mr. Choi Myeongjun?
No, I'm not.
By any chance, are you Mr. Choi Myeongjun?
Choi Myeongjun?
No.
Dear Mr. Choi Myeongjun.
Hello, I'm Choi Junwoo.
Today is my birthday.
It would've been nice if you came to see me today, Dad.
But it's okay.
Mom said today is the happiest day of my life.
Dad, I miss you.
Let's meet one day.
Hello, I'm Choi Junwoo.
I don't know what to say...
...now that I'm writing this.
I'm just writing this letter to say I longed you.
I've always wanted to know more about who my father is.
Sometimes...
Just sometimes...
...I'll watch you from afar.
And please remember that...
...I'm Choi Junwoo.
The feeling of longing.
I only need to cherish that feeling.
That feeling I used to feel.
-Honey! -Where have you been wandering to?
After completely ruining your exam.
What? You dare take your exams lightly?
There's no way you got it wrong because you didn't know the answer.
Are you out of your mind?
Can't you just take care of it again?
But Mr. Oh doesn't do favors.
What should we do, then?
Hwiyoung!
You brat.
You're just dying to ruin me, don't you?
You're just itching...
...to spend the money I earned...
...working like a dog.
Honey! Honey, please.
Hit me. Hit me instead.
-Hit me instead, please. -Fine, Park Geumja.
Let's settle you first.
All you do is drink at home.
And leave your son to be like that.
How dare you!
Let go. Let me go.
Let go!
You insolent brat.
You're right.
It's because I take after you.
I'm a trash.
How dare you... you ungrateful brat!
You know...
...I've always hated you for doing this ever since I was little.
I used to think I should never become like you.
But I somehow find myself becoming like you without realizing it.
A monster who tramples over weaker people...
...and uses whatever means to get what I want.
A trash.
I've turned into one and I can't undo it.
And you know what?
I can't go back to the time...
...when I wasn't like this.
I wanted to become a better person than you!
But I can't anymore.
You brat. How dare you say such a thing to your father?
-Honey, please. -Let go.
-Please stop. -Let go!
If you hit Mom one more time...
...I won't let it slide.
Hwiyoung, go.
Run. Hurry.
Isn't it her?
Geez. You're right.
Kim Jimin.
Isn't this that place?
Why are you trying to find Mr. Oh's girlfriend?
Will you do something mean to her?
No.
I, Chanyeol, already have a plan.
-But why are we whispering? -Shh...
Hey.
Chanyeol.
Yes?
Can I borrow your phone?
Sure.
Here.
Junwoo, it's me, Yoo Subin.
When you get to the store, check where you usually park your bike.
-This one is good. -Okay.
Gosh, I'm so sleepy.
Subin, come out and get some fresh air.
Subin!
Goodness, she's studying so hard.
Hey there!
Hey, my gosh.
Have you eaten yet?
It's fine.
My gosh, my grandma makes the best hot pot.
I'll be quick. Thanks, girls.
Sure. Be careful.
I can't believe Subin is doing this.
That's what you call true love.
What do you know about love?
Let's go.
I told you not to do it!
Don't do it. Don't! Don't you dare!
Stay away from Subin. Don't call her either.
I'm hanging up.
Subin.
I went to Chanyeol's house to do homework.
Yes, I heard.
I'm going to take a shower.
Okay. Wait...
Why didn't you tell me that you met your dad?
Subin.
I...
I don't know what he said to you...
...but it's all a lie.
He's just upset because we fought.
Don't fret about it, okay?
Okay.
Good.
I'm serious.
Your dad and I don't have any problems.
So just focus on studying hard.
Okay?
We need to celebrate, but it's already late, right?
So I think, maybe we should go on a trip.
How about Jeju Island?
If you want to.
Okay, great.
Then, I'll come up with the itinerary.
Awesome.
Go wash up.
What's he doing?
What are you doing here?
Is that thing...
...funny?
No, I think I'm funny.
The fact that I'm hungry in a situation like this.
Junwoo, it's me, Yoo Subin.
When you get to the store, check where you usually park your bike.
Junwoo, you must've been surprised to see me earlier, right?
Actually, Hwiyoung lent me his phone...
...so I called you in a hurry.
And I happened to overhear...
...your conversation with your dad.
I'm sorry...
...for doing that without your permission.
You must be feeling upset.
I know very well...
...how you're feeling.
It breaks my heart.
When I was upset because of my dad...
...you were there to comfort me.
I wanted to do the same...
...but I can't be with you.
The only thing I can do now...
...is write you this letter.
But I'll be here...
...to always cheer on you every day.
In the morning...
...during the day...
...and even when I'm sleeping at night.
So...
...let's hang in there together...
...even if it has to be like this.
I miss you...
...and I like you.
A lot.
From Subin.
(Jeongho Apartments)
Jimin...
...how was your day?
Did you do a lot of studying?
Sure.
Take your time to slowly think about it.
I'll be waiting.
I should wait...
...until she's fine.
Goodnight.
She haven't slept yet.
I'll...
...try harder...
...to become someone you can rely on.
Goodnight.
Are you on a diet?
Isn't Kwon Daheen always on a diet?
Plus, you're her boyfriend.
Ma Hwiyoung.
Eat.
You weren't like this before.
Why have you changed so much?
You eat them.
Bye.
Hi, Jung Ohje.
Hey.
Why are you so unenergetic?
I thought you and Daheen made up.
We did.
Do you want to talk for a bit?
Sure.
I should have told you first.
Sorry.
You don't have to tell me.
It's your choice.
I'm weird, aren't I?
No.
It's just how you feel.
True.
I'm also confused...
...about what this feeling exactly is.
I was trying to figure it out.
But then...
...this happened.
Hwiyoung.
Thanks.
Did you make a phone call?
Yes.
I didn't pick up because I thought it was you.
I took it last night.
-Ohje? Really? -Is this true?
What's this? He's so weird.
Hey.
Why is it weird?
He just likes another person.
You're even weirder. Just go back to playing games.
Wow, Yoo Pilsang.
That's unexpected.
Hwiyoung, have you seen it?
(Ohje has a crush on Hwiyoung.)
Which page is it?
No idea.
I heard it in the nurse's office.
When Jung Ohje said that, Kwon Daheen...
Eun Seojin!
Aren't you going to shut up?
That little...
It's okay.
Let her be.
She'll stop soon.
Don't be bothered by her.
Daheen.
You're okay, right?
Jung Ohje!
What happened? I thought we were going to come to school together?
You said you'd carry my plant pot.
Oh, sorry.
I had to babysit Ohdong.
My parents had to go to the morning market.
Come with me.
I have many things I need you to carry for me.
We're going to the gardening room.
-Okay. -Okay.
You can go now.
-Ohje. -Yes?
Stop feeling bad for me.
You don't have to.
And stop wearing that face.
You look better when you smile.
Smile.
Okay.
You should go.
Geez. Kwon Daheen, what's this?
You still get flutters.
Hey, Junwoo.
Mr. Oh.
Is something wrong?
Why do you look so serious? You're making me anxious.
Tell me.
I...
...went to an academy.
Why?
The ladybug...
Ladybug Academy?
What does that place teach?
Drawing.
Drawing?
By drawing, does that mean...
...that you've decided on your university course?
Drawing...
Art...
Art school?
Hooray!
Hooray.
So, are you really serious about pursuing this?
You've made a great decision.
I knew it since I saw that drawing of the ladybug.
You have talent.
Thank you.
But I haven't decided for sure yet...
No. You should start now before it's too late.
But, don't you think you'll have to start learning from the basics?
Yes.
That's why I've been looking into a few places.
But it hasn't been easy.
That's right.
I have an old friend from the army,
who teaches students to prepare for art school admission.
Should I ask him about it?
He's not as handsome as me, but still,
I think he's quite famous among the art academies.
I know, preparing for art school is not an easy task.
Nonetheless...
...I will help you.
Will that be okay?
Of course.
Thank you.
I'll let him know about you, so go visit that academy.
You need to commit to it once you've made your mind.
Junwoo, let's do this. Okay?
Subin.
Did you not get any sleep last night?
After reading your letter...
...I also had a hard time falling asleep.
I was so touched.
It was nothing.
I thought about what I could do for you...
...and that was the only thing I came up with.
Should we do it again the next time we have something to say?
Every now and then...
...when it's too hard to say it out loud.
Okay.
Subin.
I have a goal now.
About what I want to do in the future.
What is it?
I haven't thought about it in detail yet...
...but since I like to draw...
...I'll set that as my goal and study for it.
Really?
That's great.
I really like it when you draw too.
I'll sincerely cheer on you.
It's all thanks to you.
Because of you, I've decided to live a better life.
And even have a dream.
You have...
...changed a lot.
I'm proud of you.
I know.
Oh, right.
What?
I promised your mom that I won't meet you like this.
I should keep that promise.
You can go first.
Okay.
Junwoo.
You are...
...a really good person.
Soye.
I came here because I'm worried that you'd skip lunch if I didn't come.
What is it you want to say?
I wanted to thank you about what you said to Sanghoon the other day.
Sure.
Bye.
Soye.
I'm trying really hard...
...to become an honorable person in front of you.
So please give me another chance.
Please give me...
...one more chance.
What about the exam?
Did you do well?
Aren't you going to take this?
I heard the story about you.
It's your right to like anybody...
but don't involve me in it.
Don't worry, that won't happen.
It's my personal problem.
Sir, do you know anyone...
...who prepares students for art school admission?
Mr. Oh! Mr. Oh!
Mr. Oh, we have a problem.
Oh, hi. You can ahead.
I people from the Office of Education is here.
Gosh, big news.
People from the Office of Education is here to get Ma Hwiyoung.
Wow. Unbelievable.
Wait a second. Excuse me. Coming through.
Wow.
Hey! What are you guys doing?
Go back to your classrooms. Now!
Sanghoon, go back.
Hurry up.
Yes, sir.
Thank you.
Ma Hwiyoung.
did you know that you your grades were manipulated in last year's exam?
Let me explain.
Back then, Hwiyoung didn't know...
(Changes to answer sheet)
We want Ma Hwiyoung to answer.
I've just learned the truth, recently.
I acknowledge all the allegations.
I'll cooperate with the investigation.
If it's proven that your grades have been manipulated,
you, the teacher who was involved in the tampering,
and even your parents will be punished.
And finally...
...you will not get any marks for that subject.
Don't you feel relieved?
Was it you?
What?
You think I was the one who did it?
I should've done it.
But unfortunately, it wasn't me.
I'm telling you the truth.
What's with you, Junwoo?
Has your love-hate relationship turned into friendship?
That serves him right.
He should be punished...
...if he did it.
I was just wondering if you did it.
Hello?
Dad, it's Sanghoon.
Are you crazy...?
That's nonsense.
Variability means natural resources are subject to change.
The technological level that uses the resources...
Take petroleum for example.
In the past, we didn't have any technology to utilize it,
so we just thought of it as a naturally occurring substance.
But how about now? It's a crucial natural resource.
That's how the values can change.
And natural resources...
Sir.
Yes, Mr. Oh.
How could this happen...
...without my knowledge?
Oh dear...
This will definitely leave a stain on my 25-year teaching career.
I won't get fired, will I?
What do I do if that happens?
I wouldn't get to be a principal.
No, no. There's no way.
Let's cooperate with the investigation...
...and end it well.
I've devoted myself to this school for so long.
There's no way they'd do that to me.
Mr. Oh, there's something I'd like to consult you on.
Consult?
You're welcomed anytime. Are you at school now?
I'd like to meet you outside of school.
Sure, sounds good. Where?
Hey, Chanyeol.
I'm here.
Are you not here yet?
Mr. Oh...
...have you meet her?
You brat. You're gonna be in so much trouble.
Jimin.
I don't want to see you again.
Please leave.
I will leave. But can we talk for a bit?
Mr. Oh.
You see, I'm not good enough for you to like me
I'm working part-time jobs because I can't get a full-time job.
And there's so many people at home who depends on me.
You have a stable job,
and you're a good guy, so I want to keep dating you.
But the more I do...
...the more I feel unqualified.
What are you talking about?
Don't think that way.
I'm sorry.
I have to get back to work.
Enjoy this drink and leave.
Jimin.
Thanks, Chanyeol.
I met her.
Please do a good job this time, Mr. Oh.
Gosh, what's wrong with my eyes?
Why is that a problem?
We can just date. Why does it have to be...
...so complicated?
What are you up to?
You're working, obviously.
So I guess it was me.
The whistle-blower.
It was me.
When I was at school earlier, I called my dad just to be sure.
He said he reported it.
I don't know why he would dig it up when it's all in the past.
What about your dad's job?
Didn't you keep it quiet because of his job?
Apparently, he quit.
He said he can retaliate now that he has nothing to lose.
He should've given me a hint or something.
Why quit his job?
If he told me back then, I would've...
I don't even know anymore.
It might be a good thing.
This makes me feels so satisfied.
What? What is it?
You don't really feel that way, do you?
No.
I feel totally fine.
Gosh. I'm so satisfied.
What do I do now?
You should leave.
Yes.
I should go home.
What?
Choi Junwoo.
Lee Kitae, what are you doing here?
Have you seen Hwiyoung by any chance?
This jerk is going on about Hwiyoung again.
It's not that.
He was acting strange earlier.
He sent me a text saying sorry, but he didn't pick up when I called.
He didn't even go to the academy.
So what?
I mean...
...I was just wondering if he came here.
I'm leaving, then.
Go.
Bye.
Ma Hwiyoung, that punk.
Let's try to find him.
He's probably gone home after wandering for a little while.
-Plus, it's raining. -Gosh, I have a bad feeling.
His turned his phone off. What if something happened to him?
What do you mean? Don't make such a fuss.
Hey, Ohje.
Hey, what are you up to?
I'm...
Hwiyoung?
I'm sure he'll go home.
And finally...
...you will not get any marks for that subject.
That punk.
I've thought of the worst.
Hwiyoung, let's get you home.
Let go.
Let go of me.
Let me go, you punk!
He still hasn't learned his lesson.
Now that we know he's fine. Let's go back.
Just leave a piece of trash like me get destroyed!
Why?
Does it fell great to see me fall apart?
Are you having fun?
Get lost, you punk!
You guys go back first.
Hey, Lee Kitae!
Let's go!
What are you doing here?
We're all worried about you.
What do you care?
You're still a coward, even now.
Is this your way of getting forgiveness?
I'm not trying to be forgiven.
You're still full of pride.
Then why are you so tormented?
Does it really hurts your pride...
...to say "sorry" to me?
Is it that hard to own up to your mistakes?
Do you know why I've been just watching you?
Because I really pity you.
You're suffering like this...
...because you now that you've done wrong.
Stop avoiding it and resolve it.
Take responsibility...
...and fix it yourself.
Stop being such a coward.
This is your last chance.
Darn it!
(8th July - Junwoo's real birthday)
This is your birthday?
Yes.
But this is not what's on the class bulletin board.
My mom registered my birth late.
Let's celebrate your birthday together this year.
Okay. I'll be looking forward to it.
(8th July - Junwoo's real birthday)
It's Junwoo's birthday today.
Hi.
-Did you get home safe yesterday? -Yes.
Guys.
Hey.
I have something to tell you all.
I'm going to tell Mr. Oh that I'm stepping down as class monitor today.
I don't need to tell you why I'm not fit for the position. You already know it.
I think Junwoo...
...will do a great job running the class.
I'm sorry I can't finish the term.
Hey, Class Monitor Ma.
Who says you can quit?
You should ask our opinions too?
I don't think that's necessary.
Hwiyoung.
Let's talk.
It's okay, you don't have to comfort me.
I'm not trying to comfort you.
I'm just worried about you.
You don't look okay right now.
"Ma Hwiyoung kiddo"
Let's stop that now.
Acting like we're close when we actually aren't.
Why do you say that?
Yes, I was angry at you.
I couldn't understand you.
But we're still friends.
I can't pretend like I didn't see it.
It gets like because it's summer.
I'm fine.
Hwiyoung.
Thanks for your concern though.
Let him be.
Let him keep being that stuck-up kid. That's just his personality.
Don't worry too much, Subin.
She's right. Focus on protecting your love.
Guys, can you help me with something?
What is it?
Actually, today is Choi Junwoo's birthday.
There's a gift I want to get him.
I will buy it but can you guys hand it over to him?
Yoo Subin, you're such a coward.
Can't you even give him his birthday present yourself?
Why don't you just completely give up on him?
Why? So that you can try again?
That won't happen even if you're reincarnated a hundred times.
It won't take a hundred times.
No, even that's not enough.
Romi is right.
It's his birthday after all.
You should give it to him yourself.
Hey, friends.
Is it time for Chanyeol's special squad to be on the move again?
Please. Just this once.
-It's her boyfriend's birthday. -That's right.
It's the first birthday since they started going out.
We beg you. Please.
-Please. -You're so petty.
How much do you want? We can pay you.
-Hey! -Hey! Gosh.
-Sorry. -Sorry.
I can read tarot cards for you for free.
I'm very good at it.
Or is there anyone you want to look for?
-We can find anyone. -She's right.
Sorry.
Have you not been in love?
I mean...
If you have, you should understand how Subin would feel right now.
She's right.
-Please. -Follow me.
-Hey! -I can't believe this.
-Let's hurry! -We have only an hour.
-We don't have time. Let's start. -Okay.
What are you guys doing?
You need to look pretty when you go meet your boyfriend.
She's right. We'll make you look so pretty that Junwoo passes out.
Hurry up.
-Oh, my. -Here we go.
You're scaring me.
-It hurts. -Just put up with it.
-What? -Do this.
Why isn't Romi here yet?
Is that traitor bailing on us again?
What do you take me for?
Ta-da.
-It's so pretty. -You have good taste.
It's pretty.
When Subin comes in, he'll come out...
Why isn't Ohje here yet?
-Hey girls. -You're late.
Give me the candles.
(Art School Preparation Course)
Hi, Mom.
Junwoo, I'm sorry.
It's your birthday, and I didn't get to make seaweed soup for you.
It's okay.
Birthdays are nothing special.
Don't worry about it.
How are you doing?
Is the restaurant doing well?
Yes, of course.
You're leaving for work early today?
Yes.
I need to stop by somewhere first.
Okay, Mom.
I'll call you later tonight.
Okay, my baby. Work hard.
Happy birthday.
Gosh.
2, 3.
-♪Happy birthday to you -♪Happy birthday to you
-♪Happy birthday dear Junwoo -♪Happy birthday dear Junwoo
-♪Happy birthday to you -♪Happy birthday to you
-Here. -How did you guys know?
-Blow them out. -Hope you have a long life.
-Happy birthday. -Happy birthday.
Thank you.
Thank you, guys.
We didn't get you any gifts though.
That's fine.
However, there is one gift that all of us prepared together.
All right, then. Come on in!
Junwoo.
Happy birthday.
You shouldn't be here.
-Let's go. -Hold on.
It's your birthday today. Consider it a special chance.
-That's right. -Yes.
Junwoo, just stay with her for a bit.
Oh no, we should get going.
-Right. -We should leave now.
-I'll leave the cake here. -Let's go.
-See you. -Hold this.
-See you. -Bye.
Bye.
-Let's go. -Hey, watch your step.
Don't worry...
...I'll leave soon.
Where's her bodyguard?
She said she'd be keep check on the time.
Did she just leave?
I guess she has good sense.
Then should we go to my dad's restaurant?
It's my treat.
-Sure. -Gosh.
Daheen, don't you even feel uncomfortable?
What's the big deal? We're just eating spicy rice cakes, right?
Let's go.
Will those two be all right?
I wanted to cheer you on with a birthday gift.
Thank you.
Let's go now. I'll walk you home.
Let's stay for a while longer.
I'm already here anyway.
Let's go.
After...
...you open the gift.
You promised your mom...
...that you won't come here again.
I'll put this inside.
Do you know...
...how hard it was for me to come here?
I feel really afraid and guilty too,
but I still mustered up the courage to come here.
It's your birthday today.
You'd be alone if I didn't come.
We can just spend the day together.
I'll take you home.
Fine.
I can go alone.
Yoo Subin.
How much I'm enduring and hanging on...
...despite the situation we're in.
You know that, don't you?
But if you come here...
...that just make me the bad person.
It's really hard for me too, but I'm still enduring it.
So...
I'm sorry.
(At Eighteen)
Thank you for today. It was the best birthday since I was born.
-Really? -Mr. Oh sent me here.
Are you Choi Junwoo?
You do have talent, just like Hankyeol said.
Let's split them.
Can't Junwoo transfer to another school?
Please, I beg of you.
Subin, I'm having a really tough day.
I know it's tough for you now,
but as time passes, don't you think it'll get better?
Jimin, whether you keep seeing me or not...
...it's up for you to decide.
Why didn't you tell me all this time?
Junwoo.
I knew it's going to hurt you.
How could I tell you?
That I just let you turn into this person.
That's the most painful, and what I regret the most.
I don't know how I should feel right now.
I hated him so much,
and I still can't forgive him.
Ma Hwiyoung.