I'm sorry.
Why?
Junwoo...
...I'll just go home alone today.
It's really okay.
I want to walk you home today.
It's my birthday, and...
...I don't want you to go home alone.
Go on inside.
Okay. Thanks for walking me home.
We can't let you get lost, you know.
I'm sorry about earlier.
For saying that without thinking about your feelings.
Me too.
I know how you feel.
You were worried that I'll get scolded by my mom.
And whether my mom know it or not,
you did that because you wanted to keep your promise.
Thank you for today.
It was the best birthday since I was born.
Really?
Bye.
Okay.
Junwoo...
...happy birthday.
Thank you.
You should go now.
Mom, you're home early.
Yes.
My meeting ended early today.
She's not home.
I know.
I told her to quit.
I thought about it, I think I've been tying you down.
Plus, your grades have gone up.
Mom, actually...
...today was Junwoo's birthday.
I know I shouldn't have broken the promise I made with you,
but I wanted to celebrate his birthday,
so I went to Junwoo's home.
I begged her to let me go.
I didn't go alone.
There were Chanyeol, Daheen,
and everyone else.
I'm sorry.
You knew you shouldn't have broken your promise.
So why did you do it?
Because I like Junwoo.
From now on, I'll keep all the promises I made with you.
I'll go to the academy and private lessons you set for me.
And like you want...
No.
I'll do better on my own.
Okay.
I got it.
Since you said you can manage on your own...
You have a math level test today, but forget it if you don't want to do it.
I'll do it.
Thank you arranging it for me.
What time is the test?
I should get ready for it.
Subin.
Take this. I know it's been inconvenient without it.
Songhee, how have you been?
I've sent you a couple of texts, but you never replied to any of them.
-You're so mean. -I've been busy.
I'm on my way to Seoul right now.
I can drop by to give you some side dishes.
Shall I go to your company?
No, thank you for the offer.
Yeonwoo, I'm sorry, but I'm a bit busy, so I have to go.
Oh, I see.
The thing is, today is Junwoo's birthday, so that's why I'm coming over.
Okay, then. Call me soon.
-♪ 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.
All right, then.
Come on in!
Let's meet for a bit, Yeonwoo.
Hello.
Is Mr. Lee Jungmin here?
That's me.
Mr. Oh sent me here.
-Are you Choi Junwoo? -Yes.
It's nice to meet you.
Isn't it far to get here?
No, it was okay.
Come on in.
Have you ever taken a drawing lesson before?
No.
When I was a kid, I went to a small art academy. That's all.
You do have talent, just like Hankyeol said.
Did you always like to draw?
Yes.
Since I was a kid, I've always found doodling...
...very comforting.
It sort of makes me feel happy.
Nice, that's what I call talent.
But preparing for the college admission is not easy.
Since you had a late start, you'll have to work harder than others.
Okay.
-Then, shall we start today? -Sure.
Junwoo.
This part should be like this.
Yeonwoo.
About Subin and Junwoo...
You knew, didn't you?
Can you do me a big favor?
What is it?
Can't Junwoo...
...transfer to another school closer to where you are?
Sorry?
I don't think the both of them should be in Seoul at the same time.
I've considered moving Subin to a different school,
but I can't do that because of my work.
Wouldn't it be better for Junwoo to live with his mother?
Yeonwoo, I know I'm being selfish. I'm fully aware of it. I'm really sorry.
But when it comes to my child, I can't be be tolerant.
I'm such a coward, aren't I?
I'm sorry.
But you see...
Yeonwoo, Subin is...
I'm only doing this because I think Subin really likes Junwoo.
I think she really likes him.
You know how hard kids at that age can fall for someone.
Even if they try to stop it themselves,
they can't really control their feelings at that age.
I know that Junwoo has a great character...
...because he takes after you.
He's kind-hearted and everything.
But as you know...
...they should be focusing on their studies.
I'm sure you also want Junwoo to concentrate more on his studies now.
Yeonwoo...
...let's split them for the time being.
Okay?
Let's be steadfast about this. What else can we do?
Yeonwoo, I'm really...
I'm really sorry.
I'm so sorry,
but I beg you.
Please?
I beg of you, just this once.
By any chance...
...did you meet Junwoo?
You didn't say anything...
...that might have hurt his feelings, did you?
Songhee.
You're not the only mother in the world.
I'm a mother too.
I may not be as competent as you are,
but I'm a mother too.
I too...
...am willing to do anything for my child.
If it's for his sake, I have nothing to be afraid of.
But you know what?
I respect Junwoo's feelings.
To me,
his feelings are more precious than anything else in the world.
Songhee. Those feelings he has...
...I don't want to take them lightly.
Subin's mom doesn't know that you guys are going out, right?
Yes.
Mr. Lee.
Yes.
Well...
I have to head back for my part-time job.
All right, Junwoo.
Are you sure you can juggle this on top of your part-time job?
Of course. I can do it.
I'll tidy up for you, you can leave.
Thank you. Goodbye.
(Student Record, Ma Hwiyoung)
(Report Card)
Hey, Junwoo!
Mr. Oh.
I went to the academy you introduced me to.
I see. How was it?
Did it go well?
Yes.
I'm glad to hear that.
Junwoo, that instructor is very good at what he does.
So just listen to him...
...and do your best.
Don't worry about anything.
Okay, I'll do my best.
By the way...
...I really want to thank you.
You've really...
What? Go on.
...saved my life.
Oh, okay. Yes, sure.
Geez...
You don't have to flatter me that far....
Are you on your way to work?
Yes.
All right, work hard.
And try to get some studying done whenever you have a chance.
Okay.
(Letter of Apology)
Okay, so...
...you transferred because...
A forced transfer.
Shh...
You...
This is unexpected.
You have quite a talent. This ladybug is drawn very well.
I'm sorry I'm late.
(Kangwoo Group's CEO, Ma Yoonki to be Investigated for Grade Manipulation)
(Choi Junwoo)
Junwoo...
...happy birthday.
No one's birthday has ever felt this important to me.
-Let me do it. -Hurry up.
That's not how you do it. No, wait!
I'm done.
Where? It looks fine.
-Let's just wrap it like this. -It's not ripped.
I always thought it was such a cliche...
...to thank someone for being born into this world.
But it's changed since I met you.
Junwoo...
...thank you for being born into this world.
You are...
...the most precious person to me.
You've finally found your path, so I prepared this for you.
But I don't really know much about art.
I'm not sure if this is right.
I hope you like the gift even if I didn't get the tools right.
To Choi Junwoo.
From Subin.
How can it not be right...
...if it's from you.
Junwoo.
Mom?
Thanks for the meal.
Is it good?
Yes.
But you shouldn't eat right before going to bed.
I skipped dinner, so I was hungry anyway.
Today is a very meaningful day.
It's your birthday,
and your first day at the art academy.
Actually, Mr. Oh helped me a lot.
He looked into an art academy for me,
and talked to the teacher so I can attend without feeling burdened.
I know. We owe him a lot. What should we do for him?
I'll just have to work harder.
Mom.
After all,
I think I met many good people at this school.
I met Mr. Oh...
...and...
You also met Subin?
Well...
You didn't say anything...
...that might have hurt his feelings, did you?
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.
You have something to say to me, don't you?
No, I don't.
I don't think so.
I feel like there is something.
Junwoo.
You've grown up to be such a kind, thoughtful boy.
Thank you for being my son.
♪ Happy birthday to you.
Eat up.
Okay.
Did he like my present?
I miss him.
It's hard, isn't it?
But preparing for the college admission is not easy.
Since you had a late start, you'll have to work harder than others.
Junwoo.
Have you gotten over him yet?
Yes, I'm over my puppy love.
I'm completely over him now.
What about you?
Me too.
I'm also over my puppy love.
Daheen.
Hi, Ohje.
-Hi. -Hi.
Hi.
We decided to be best friends now.
Oh, you guys are so cool.
Should we head inside?
Sure.
Let's go, my best friends.
Let's go.
-Let's go. -Gosh.
Since we got over our puppy love...
Stop it.
Thank you for your present.
I was very...
...super...
...touched.
Also, I went to the academy yesterday.
Really?
How was it?
It was nice.
The room was full of kids that draws.
It was very exciting.
The teacher is very good as well.
I think I'll learn a lot.
That's great.
That's really awesome.
But...
...won't it be harder for you after this?
You have to take the class and work too.
You think you can manage?
Isn't the academy a bit far away?
I have to do it.
I can do it.
Because I'm Choi Junwoo.
And 'Choi' means the best.
Okay.
Yesterday, I went to an academy too.
Really?
Yes.
I told my mom everything.
I told her that I went to celebrate your birthday.
Did it go well?
Yes.
I promised her I would work harder.
Fortunately, she seems to be opening up to it.
I even went to take a level test at the academy because she wanted me to.
You worked hard.
You too.
-Well done. -Well done.
Mr. Oh.
Junwoo.
Can we talk for a bit?
Okay.
Junwoo.
Listen carefully to what I'm about to say.
Soon, the Office of Education will come to inspect our school...
...regarding Hwiyoung's case.
I think they'll investigate the grade manipulation...
...and the incident that you were involved in too.
I feel like it might open up your wounds again.
So I feel bad about it.
But we still need to right the wrongs...
...and prove your innocence.
To tell you the truth, that's the thing I felt most guilty about.
I see.
It's Hwiyoung.
Will he be kicked out?
Leave it.
I said, leave it.
It's not good to leave the rubbish on the floor.
I'm not doing it for you.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
I'm leaving first.
Bye.
Sorry. Sorry.
(Choi Junwoo)
I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
(Passion Snack Restaurant)
It's delicious, right?
Yes.
I made it.
You look like you've been skipping meals.
This is our signature dish, deep fried squid.
-Try it. It's good. -It looks tasty.
Dip it in the spicy rice cake sauce, and take a big bite.
Thank god the school ended early.
I get to eat this.
You should eat more.
Eat some rice balls, fried food, and soondae too.
Eat everything, okay?
I better finish up and go.
I'm sorry I'm late. I'm sorry.
Hey, you're early.
Mr. Oh.
You said you're going to be late today.
So you asked me to fill in for you.
But you're early.
How about finding a part-time job nearer to the academy?
The owner asked me to work here until the end of this month.
Oh, I see.
Mr. Oh.
Thank you very much...
...for today.
I'm sorry.
Why are you saying that? You're embarrassing me.
If there's anything else you're having trouble with,
just send me an SOS.
Okay.
Subin.
I'm having a really tough day.
Still, coming here raised my spirit up.
You must already be asleep.
Goodnight.
I'm not asleep yet.
How did you...?
I don't know.
We must have had a telepathy.
You must be exhausted.
No, I'm not. I'm still energetic.
Why did you come here then?
Well, just...
I was bored at home,
so I wanted to get some fresh air since the weather is nice.
Hey, you're bleeding!
Were you upset?
Because you didn't see me around?
Well...
Here...
This is a book on writing your resume.
This book gives great tips on writing your resume.
This book contains key points for English exam.
And this is the perfect workbook for learning common knowledge.
And this tells you how to ace job interviews.
That's all.
Why are you giving me all these?
I'm leaving.
Mr. Oh.
What is all these for?
To tell you the truth,
I was planning to wait until you opened up your heart to me,
but when I think about it again, it doesn't feel right.
I thought I might as well help you.
I also set up an online English study group.
I'll upload materials every day, so have a look at them.
I'll even assign homework from time to time.
I'll mark them as well.
You know that I'm a teacher, right? Teacher Oh.
I'll leave now since you're working.
-Mr. Oh. -Yes?
But this is...
...a little bit burdensome.
You don't have to feel that way.
Isn't this the least I should do as someone who likes you?
Can't I?
Jimin, whether you keep seeing me or not...
...it's up for you to decide.
Okay.
Okay, goodbye.
You must be thinking about this,
"Even with his nose stuffed like that,"
"he looks handsome."
No, I'm not.
Well, if you're okay now, you should take that out.
It's tough, isn't it?
No.
Don't say no.
This feels nice.
It's relaxing.
Why aren't you saying anything?
What do you want me to say?
I happy enough to be here with you.
Am I doing a good job?
I'm proud.
I'm very proud of you, Choi Junwoo.
I know it's tough for you now,
but as time passes, don't you think it'll get better?
I hope so.
Things will get better, right?
Well...
...that's what the adults have been saying.
That things will get better.
I don't know either.
But when you're having a tough time,
just think of happy thoughts.
Like getting accepted to the art school you wanted...
...and doing something you've dreamed of.
And having you beside me.
I'm happy now.
Me too.
Next, Hwiyoung.
Next, Junwoo.
Yes, sir.
What? 36th place?
Does that mean Jo Sanghoon is in first place?
Subin.
Hwiyoung. You're okay, right?
Check your marks and grades.
Ask your subject teacher if you have any questions.
-Okay? -Okay.
Pilsang, I can't believe you made it into the top 200.
-Hey, stop it. -You're so cool.
Seriously, stop it.
My gosh, someone's going to watch a movie.
Romi, I got 200th place.
-What? Oh, my. -Good job, Pilsang.
Romi, I thought I was in 500th place but it says 200th.
Yoo Pilsang, go away.
What?
It's your fault. It's all your fault!
Pilsang, you got 200th place?
Mr. Oh, Romi and I are going to watch a movie.
-Seriously? -Yes.
Romi, you bring your grades up next time.
There's still the summer vacation.
There's no next time.
Guys, look at the sky.
The sky is vibrantly blue, and you guys are budding 18-year-olds.
You still have a lot of opportunities.
Good luck!
-Congratulations, Pilsang. -Thank you.
-Romi, let's... -No.
-Gosh. -Romi. Wait, Romi!
My, he's so good-looking.
Stop it....
Fine.
Did you do well, Daheen?
Yes. I improved a lot, didn't I?
If you focus on studying alone, your grades will definitely improve. Right?
Junwoo.
My grades have improved.
Yours too, right?
Yes, a little.
You've improved a lot.
This is amazing. Congratulations.
Oh, right.
We shouldn't have met up like that yesterday.
It slipped my mind yesterday.
It's okay.
We should take a breather, when we're in a blind spot.
"Blind spot"?
Yes. Even if it means, it's at school.
What is it?
A list of things Mr. Oh suggested me.
I took a quick look at it.
If I win an award in this contest,
I can apply early under the special talent category.
You're right.
I'm so excited for you. I think you'll do great.
Since I started late,
I really want to focus on it.
I want to find my path soon too.
I'm still lost.
Everything will go well.
You'll find your path very soon.
Everything will be fine.
Yoo Subin, you'll be fine.
What's this? A magic spell?
Sanghoon, you finally got the first place.
-I should learn from you... -Stop overreacting, okay?
Finally, the real genius is getting the recognition.
Don't you agree, Ma Hwiyoung?
Guys, let's go study.
Go back inside. Go on.
It was my dad.
He was the one who sent you the email...
...and reported the case.
I am sorry...
...that this happened.
I didn't intend for this to happen.
Are you all right?
Just worry about yourself.
Right, I should.
As expected. This is the Ma Hwiyoung I know. I'm reassured now.
You really have a strong mentality that's not easily crushed.
I really should learn from you.
I apologize for what my parents did...
...to you and your father.
But you and your family have gotten enough out of this.
Then, isn't that enough?
I'm impressed...
...by how shameless you still are.
Gosh... that pride of yours.
I have to concede.
But Hwiyoung...
...it'll be boring.
It's only fun to study when you and I...
...have to fiercely compete against each other.
Who am I going to compete against now?
All right. In our country, the government’s policy on export...
Who's that?
Be quiet.
Who are those people?
They look like some high-ranking officers.
-Pilsang. -Yes?
I said, be quiet.
Ms. Bae, Romi and I are going to watch a movie.
Okay, sure. Stand straight.
In a short period of time, the industrial structure has shifted,
from light industry to heavy chemical industry to high technology industry.
During this process, industrial facilities are concentrated
near the metropolitan areas and Yeongnam region,
which has a lot of growth potential...
"It pours out,"
"collides against the rocks, and fights fiercely."
In this passage...
Hello.
We're from the Office of Education.
Welcome.
May we get started?
Yes, let's start.
Mr. Oh Hankyeol.
Yes.
We'll begin the investigation regarding,
the alleged grades manipulation of your student, Ma Hwiyoung,
based on the testimony of his former homeroom teacher Mr. Kim.
We'll also look into cases of school violence,
and how the school’s administration have handled it.
This is also related to the student, Ma Hwiyoung.
In addition, we'll also need to talk to a few students.
The accused, Ma Hwiyoung as well as Lee Kitae.
And lastly, Choi Junwoo.
Sure.
I'll answer all questions truthfully, to the best of my knowledge.
The thing is though,
Hwiyoung...
...as well as others, are all still students.
I ask for your consideration to not to scar them.
Please.
Does it have something to do with those people earlier?
What's going on, Soye?
Do you know anything?
Was Kitae called too?
It's true that Hwiyoung asked me to do it,
but it was my idea to give them money.
Those boys did ask for the money...
...but it was more because I want to impress Hwiyoung.
I told them the truth.
So that I can face you without feeling ashamed.
And I asked for forgiveness from Choi Junwoo too.
Great job.
You did the right thing, Kitae.
As your homeroom teacher,
they'll interview me too.
I'm going to tell them the truth...
...even in you get hurt in the process.
I know.
I'm ready.
You should tell them the truth.
I believe this is the best way for me to help you.
Okay.
Junwoo...
...come to the counseling office.
In addition to the allegation of grade manipulation...
...can you confirm a few other things...
...regarding your classmate, Ma Hwiyoung?
Sure.
Are all these information about Ma Hwiyoung...
...true?
Choi Junwoo?
I doubted it. I didn't think he'd actually do that but he did.
I'm already shocked to hear that he tampered his grades.
but he did those things too.
Yoon Soye.
Why didn't you tell us?
You should've told me about it.
I had no idea that Junwoo had to go through that.
I'm sorry. Back then...
...I was scared that it'll blow up.
Soye must have had her reasons.
Subin!
Why didn't you tell me all this time...
...after going through all of that?
I knew it's going to break your heart.
How could I tell you?
Still...
How did you deal with it all by yourself?
Why didn't I know earlier?
Why didn't I even try to find out?
Subin.
You have been friends with Hwiyoung since you were little.
I know you didn't want Hwiyoung to turn into someone like that.
You don't have to feel sorry for me.
I understand you.
Don't fret too much about it.
I'll take care of this...
...the way I want.
Junwoo.
How did you manage to endure it?
Somehow.
Because I have you.
Junwoo.
It'll pass soon.
This painful moment.
Let's...
...get through it together.
We'll decide on your punishment for grade manipulation soon.
Yes, ma'am.
Do you admit to the incident involving Choi Junwoo as well?
Yes.
I'm sure Junwoo already confirmed it.
He deferred his answer.
Junwoo.
I'll give you a ride.
A while ago...
...I realized...
...that I haven't forgiven Hwiyoung yet.
Deep down inside...
...I still resent him a lot.
You've been holding it in well this entire time.
By the way...
...why did you deferred your answer?
You could have let it all out back then.
You were trying to hold back, right?
That's why I hate myself even more.
I don't know how I should feel right now.
I hated him so much...
...and I still can't forgive him.
But I couldn't say anything.
Why did I do that?
I felt so stupid.
You want to know why?
It's because you're a nice person.
Even though you're angered and resentful,
you hesitate to hurt other people.
You're that kind of person.
Junwoo.
You just need...
...to do what you think is right.
Why did you do that?
I have nothing to say to you.
We've been best friends since we were young.
I can't believe...
...you could do something like that.
I've always been a bad person.
You know what?
What hurts me the most...
...is that while going around saying you're my best friend...
...I didn't know about anything up untill now.
That I just let you...
...turn into this person.
I'm sorry, Subin.
I might have...
...had a gut feeling about it...
...at some point.
Even though I wasn't a hundred percent sure...
...I really hoped and prayed...
...you're not that kind of person.
I might have been scared to know the truth.
And that was really regrettable and it hurt me.
No.
You've been a really great friend to me.
I have to go.
I'm home.
Hi.
Did you came from the academy?
Yes.
-I'm going to drink some water. -Sure.
Subin.
Id the rumor about Hwiyoung true?
And the one about Junwoo?
Mom, you know now, right?
That Junwoo is not a bad kid.
He's a good one.
Mom.
Like you said, my grades have improved,
and I proven that I can do well on my own.
Can you trust me now?
Subin.
I trust you.
But right now is a very important time for you.
And also...
...Subin...
...even though you think you can manage on your own...
...considering your age, you're actually not.
You're at the age where you don't even know who you are.
Please just trust me for now.
Unconditionally.
Don't imagine anything...
...or make any assumptions.
Nothing bad will happen to me. Ever.
Junwoo also...
...improved a lot this exam.
He really put in a lot of effort.
He even knows what he wants to do now.
We both really worked so hard.
We'll keep doing that in the future.
I just wanted to tell you that.
I'll go to my room then.
Subin.
Today, I came to you instead.
You've always been coming to get me before this.
It's okay.
Let's go.
You can speak comfortably.
Okay.
I won't...
...make any further statements.
Please investigate based on only what Ma Hwiyoung said.
Junwoo.
Subin, I...
You don't have to tell me.
Whatever decision you made,
you are right.
Good job.
(School Drop Out Form)
Hwiyoung.
You want to drop out of school?
I want to leave this school as soon as possible.
But...
For now...
...why don't you take some time and think about it?
Okay, Hwiyoung?
I'll drop out.
Hwiyoung.
This is not the solution.
I'm sorry, Mr. Oh.
Choi Junwoo.
You should've told them everything about me.
Why didn't you?
I don't think I have to explain my reasons to you.
I'm dropping out.
Ma Hwiyoung.
Drop out?
Who said you can?
Why?
You're disappointed?
Because you forgave me but I'm still running away?
Who says I forgave you?
Do you think I forgave you just because I didn't say anything?
Why would you expect me to forgive you,
when you're not even repenting for your mistakes?!
Then what else should I do?
I'm giving up everything and leaving.
This is the best way I can think of.
I'm also scared and afraid.
What am I supposed to do then?
What should I do?
Have you ever felt genuinely sorry to me?
From the bottom of your heart.
Never, right?
You only care about your pride.
Ma Hwiyoung.
You haven't been forgiven.
And yet, you're just running away...
...like a coward.
Choi Junwoo!
I'm sorry.
(At Eighteen)