(It's My Life)
Nam Jin, where did I scatter my mom's ashes?
Was it Hongcheon River?
I think it was Hongcheon River.
I want to see my mom.
Can you drive me to the river so I can see her?
(Episode 105)
I have a meeting soon, Ms. Choi.
I'll take you to Hongcheon River after I get my work done.
You don't like me either, do you?
Did Seung Joo ask you to abandon me?
She wants to leave to a place far away from me, doesn't she?
Why on earth are you acting like this?
You're only making this harder for me.
You and Si Woo were the only purpose of my life.
I'll just stay by your side. Okay?
I should get going.
I won't bother you, Nam Jin.
Please.
Ms. Yoo.
Please make sure Ms. Choi takes her medication.
Yes, Mr. Ahn.
Ms. Choi currently...
seems to have forgotten everything...
from the time she paid someone to abduct you...
to when the truth was revealed.
She seems to have distorted her memory...
and thinks she gave birth to both you and Si Woo.
What do you think we should do?
She isn't in the condition to work right now.
I hope she can hold up...
until the agreement ceremony with Italy.
You have a meeting scheduled with the headquarter soon, right?
Yes.
I'm not sure if she'll be able to participate in the meeting now.
It would be better for her to get some rest...
and pull herself together.
However, they won't work with anyone other than Ms. Choi.
We're caught between a rock and a hard place.
If Ms. Choi can't be at the meeting,
I'll do whatever I can.
I believe you'll handle it well...
even if something unexpected comes up.
I'll do everything necessary...
to make sure we sign the agreement.
That sounds good.
I'll help you in any way I can.
Thank you, Mr. Heo.
Oh, right. Was Ms. Choi's mother's ashes...
scattered at Hongcheon River?
Yes, I believe so.
Why do you ask all of a sudden?
She said she missed her mother so much...
and asked me to take her there.
Ms. Choi must be thinking about her childhood a lot.
I keep thinking this entire mess...
started with Chairman Ahn Seok Ho,
who kept Mr. Ahn Young Gyu and Ms. Choi apart.
Not everyone thinks of doing something as extreme...
as abducting a newborn baby like Ms. Choi...
just because she was kept away from her loved one.
Of course, you're right.
However, Ms. Choi,
she had such an unhappy past...
and had to change her identity.
I sympathize with her and think she must've had her reasons.
Of course that doesn't mean it allows her to get away...
with the bad things she's done.
Gosh, Seung Joo.
If she breaks up with Nam Jin because of Ms. Choi,
what is Nam Jin supposed to do?
Don't be too hard on her.
I'm sure Seung Joo is struggling on her own too.
I think Seung Joo left Mr. Ahn for the sake of him...
even though it was painful for her.
Right, Jin Ah?
No, you're wrong.
If she really cares about him,
she should stay by his side in a situation like this.
I think so too. Also, there's no way...
that Ms. Choi would be so harsh to the woman her son likes.
She wouldn't be harsh, but she could get on her nerves.
And that causes you more grief than anything else.
It's intolerable for most people.
She's right. People don't change.
Ms. Choi is famous for her harsh way to talk.
No one can bear with those harsh talks.
It may be better for the both of them to break up now.
Ms. Lee, have you finished the report on our design concept?
Yes, Mr. Ahn.
I made kimchi stew for you. Heat it up before you eat.
And don't forget to take your medication after eating.
Seung Joo, you're just like my mom's kimchi stew.
It has a simple and rich taste just like you.
You make me happy when I'm with you,
and I never get tired of seeing you.
You're doing well, right?
Did you have breakfast?
Did you go to work safely?
I...
I'm doing well.
Don't worry about me.
(Nam Jin's Mother)
Hello, Mother.
Today?
Yes. I think I know where it is.
I'll see you then.
- Will Seung Joo be there? - Yes.
Try to change her mind.
It's ridiculous that they're breaking up because of Ms. Choi...
when they have no problems.
Absolutely.
If she doesn't like Ms. Choi, they can live separately from her.
Why should they break up?
Try to convince her. If they break up like this,
Nam Jin will suffer as he's barely managing to keep himself together.
Oh, right. Since you're going out,
could you give something to my brother?
To Mr. Heo?
Yes. I buy some barley sprout powder for him every year.
I heard it helps preventing arteriosclerosis.
I forgot to give him when he came yesterday.
No problem at all.
I'll deliver it to him.
My goodness.
Why did you sigh so deeply?
I'm upset because of Seung Joo.
She must be thinking of all sorts of things.
I wonder if she ate.
Me too. I prepared food for her on the table, though.
You did?
That is so thoughtful of you.
As a woman, I feel bad for her.
Seung Joo may seem tough, but she's actually soft-hearted.
She struggled and suffered for days when her mom died too.
She's acting just like she did back then.
I hope she'll get over it soon.
How about we arrange a blind date for her?
A blind date?
Yes. They say finding new love can mend your broken heart.
See if you can find a man who doesn't have a mother.
But Seung Joo won't go on a blind date.
In fact, they say you must not go grocery shopping when you're hungry,
and you mustn't go out on a date when you're lonely.
Then make her work instead.
- Work? - Yes.
Focusing on work will help her forget him.
You said you'll hand over this company to her.
How about you start teaching her to become the successor?
That's a great idea.
I'm going to tell her...
to forget him and focus on work.
Hang on.
When Seung Joo becomes the CEO, you'll become the chairman.
Then I'll become the chairman's wife.
The chairman's wife, my foot.
You're going to be a senior secretary.
A senior secretary?
Why would you call me that? I'm not that old.
You will turn 50 soon.
I'm not nearly 50.
- Did the meeting go well? - Yes.
Yeon Ji did a great job in writing the report,
so the Signora Line got the approval.
I got a little help from Jin Ah.
Did you?
Did Jin Ah do well?
She took a long break from work for a while.
You're worried for nothing. You know how hard she works.
She wrote an amazing report.
Ms. Choi was fully satisfied.
I'm glad to hear that.
Mr. Jang, did Ms. Choi seem all right today?
Of course, she's well. Why wouldn't she?
Most of the people at work know that she's been acting weird.
Did you think you could hide it from everyone?
- Gosh, Mr. Jo. - Why? Gosh.
You heard it too...
how Ms. Choi trembled when she met Seung Joo.
Come to think of it, Seung Joo quit her job...
That's right.
It was probably because of Ms. Choi.
Ms. Choi is a little sensitive because she overworked herself.
There's no problem with her, so don't spread such false rumors.
Yes, sir.
Mr. Jo, you would've made a great tabloid reporter...
or a paparazzi.
I don't know why you joined this company.
I will cover Mr. Jo's mouth.
That's a good idea.
Why are you all criticizing me?
What's wrong with you? All right.
"Number one. Pick up the health certificate." Done.
"Number two. Call Mom and Dad." Done.
"Number three. Pick up Yeon Ji's jacket." I did that.
"Number 4. Buy 5 pairs of pantyhose."
I bought them. "Number five."
Oh, right. I forgot to drop off her shoes for repair.
What are you doing now, sir?
Well... I'm doing my homework...
that Yeon Ji gave me.
Did Yeon Ji tell you to buy pantyhose for her too?
Since Yeon Ji works all day in her office,
I do it for her as I have some free time.
You are such an attentive man.
It's not because I'm attentive. I'm doing what I should do.
Doesn't your boyfriend do the same for you?
I broke up with him.
So don't even talk about him.
Oh, okay.
I'll go drop off her shoes for repair and come back.
I'll be back shortly.
Sun Ja.
Where are you going?
It's none of your business.
What's that? Let me see.
- Why should I do that? - I'm a security guard.
I must check if there's nothing suspicious.
What if there's a bomb in that bag?
That's nonsense.
Look. It's health supplement. Are you satisfied now?
You're giving that to Mr. Heo, right?
You never bought me, your husband, even vitamin supplements.
But you're giving health supplement to Mr. Heo?
They say falling in love at an old age makes people crazy.
You sure are completely out of your mind.
Gosh, you.
Goodness. You mean,
despicable, and stupid man.
Unless you want to be humiliated at work,
keep your mouth shut.
My goodness. She even hit me.
Gosh. It hurts so much.
Excuse me. I'm here to meet Director Choi Si Woo.
- Director Choi Si Woo? - Yes.
Who are you and why do you want to see him?
Oh, me?
I'm Mr. Choi's mother-in-law.
Mr. Choi's mother-in-law?
Then you're Jin Ah's mom?
That's right. It's you.
No wonder you looked familiar.
Who are you to say you know me?
It's me, Nam Jin's dad.
We've met a few times. How do you not recognize me?
Nam Jin's dad?
Right, I heard you went to jail. When were you released?
Do you work here?
- Quiet! - Quiet?
Don't say that.
- Jin Ah. - Did you take your medicine?
Yes, I did.
Is work okay?
Yes, I don't feel nauseous anymore...
and I feel so energetic and alive.
What about my mom?
Is she okay?
- Isn't she giving you a hard time? - No.
She said my report was impressive,
that I have talent, and that she's looking forward to my design.
However...
However, what?
I feel bad for Seung Joo.
There's no reason for you to feel bad.
Can I be honest with you?
Does this mean you weren't honest with me before?
It feels like she's taken all the burden instead of me.
What does that mean?
Even when Ms. Choi gave me a hard time,
I was determined to endure it,
since she's your mother.
However, it feels like...
Seung Joo is suffering through the things I should've gone through.
She even handed in her resignation...
and I understand how she must feel, not taking anyone's calls.
In what way?
Your mother is a wall that can't be torn down.
Not many women would be okay to think...
that someone like her will be your mother-in-law.
Nam Jin must be suffering too.
Should I meet Seung Joo?
Later.
Let's have Nam Jin take care of it for now.
Ms. Choi, you have a visitor in the lobby.
I'll be right down.
Let's go, Jin Ah.
Where?
Your mom is in the lobby. Aren't you going to go see her?
My mom?
Ms. Heo asked me to take this to you.
She was going to give it to you yesterday, but forgot.
I see.
Thank you.
Did you come all the way here because of this?
No, I didn't.
I stopped by on my way to meet Seung Joo.
You're worried about Seung Joo and Nam Jin, aren't you?
Yes.
Nam Jin is naive...
and when he falls for someone, it lasts for a lifetime.
I'm going to try to talk Seung Joo into changing her mind,
but I'm not sure what to do.
I think the only way would be...
for Seung Joo to accept Ms. Choi.
Seung Joo is stubborn,
so I don't think she'll be able to.
It's a shame this happened.
The number you have dialed is not available at this moment.
Of course she won't answer her phone.
She handed in her resignation and left bitterly.
Seung Joo is at Man Seok's house.
He brought her yesterday and she had a high fever.
Mother.
My goodness.
You've lost so much weight in the past few days.
Let's sit.
How...
have you been?
Not very well.
Why are you acting like this all of a sudden?
You two are in love with each other.
Then why would you break up?
Move out after getting married.
You don't even have to come see us.
I'll go see you when I miss you.
So don't say you're breaking up with Nam Jin.
Mother,
I can't marry Nam Jin.
Why not?
I don't want Nam Jin...
to argue with his family...
and drift apart because of me.
You may say I'm selfish,
but I'd like to end it now.
If that's how you feel,
what is Nam Jin supposed to do?
I'm sorry, Mother.
I wanted to be the best of friends...
with you, Mother.
I wanted to...
think of you as my mom...
and live happily.
I'm sorry I'm not able to keep my promise.
Seung Joo.
I'd like to leave, Mother.
Please be healthy.
Seung Joo.
Seung Joo!
Goodness. What should I do with poor Nam Jin?
This is all Choi Geum Soon's fault.
She's ruining everything for Nam Jin.
I need to talk to you, Seung Joo.
I have nothing to say.
Don't say that, Seung Joo.
Did our relationship mean so little to you...
to break up this easily?
I told you everything that day.
That was a one-sided notification.
We're the ones who were in love.
Shouldn't you hear me out too?
All right.
However,
this will be your last chance.
Last chance?
Is it that easy for you to say this is it?
My heart still flutters whenever I see you.
How can you end it by yourself?
Let's go somewhere and talk.
Why did you dress so lightly? It's still cold outside.
I'm not cold. I'm fine.
Mother, are you feeling unwell?
I'm not sick.
It's just that I heard something odd.
What do you mean?
I heard that your mother isn't your birth mother.
Who said that?
Who told you such a thing like that?
Nam Jin's father told me. The security guard at your company.
He's Nam Jin's father.
He said that Ms. Choi's son is Nam Jin, not Si Woo.
I'll explain to you later.
So please don't talk about it for now, Mom. Okay?
I shouldn't talk about it?
Are you telling me to pretend I don't know when I'm your mother?
We invited you so you could take a good rest here.
I'm sorry for making you feel uncomfortable.
We couldn't tell you earlier as it's a complicated family matter.
Please don't be angry, Mother.
Tell me what you have to say.
Let's live separately from my family when we get married.
I'll attend all the family events alone.
I won't make you see Ms. Choi.
What about our wedding?
Just like Si Woo,
shall we hold our wedding without letting Ms. Choi know?
If Ms. Choi grabs me by the collar at the wedding,
what would you do?
What about the memorial ceremonies...
and Jin Ah's baby's first birthday?
Will you attend them alone too?
Ms. Choi will get better over time.
She's getting treatment now.
So can't you wait until she recovers?
If I were you,
I would have let me go.
Because I could never bear to watch...
the person I love being hurt,
I would have let me go.
No.
I can never break up with you.
This is the best for both of us.
So...
just...
Just let me go.
(It's My Life)
If you keep acting like this, I can't stay by your side.
What do you mean you can't stay by my side? Si Woo?
I can't let you go like this, Seung Joo.
I can't do that because I feel so apologetic towards you.
I will wait.
Where are you going?
I heard that you're not even Si Woo's birth mother.
What are you talking about?
Si Woo is my son whom I gave birth to.
Then who gave birth to Nam Jin?