(It's My Life)
- Look. The stew is boiling. - Mother.
- Mother. - Gosh. You startled me.
How did Woo Jin get this scratch on his face?
Oh, that. I think he got it from my ring.
You shouldn't have rings on when looking after him.
All right. I'll be more careful from now on.
It's too much work for you to look after him and do the house chores.
Please stop being stubborn. Let's hire a housekeeper.
Listen to her.
You may be good at office work,
but you're lousy at house chores.
So instead of getting stressed out and stressing her out,
- hire a housekeeper... - No!
I'll do it.
Why is everyone telling me not to when I want to do it by myself?
Goodness.
Have you forgotten who I am?
I've always achieved everything I set my mind to.
I can handle all the house chores by myself.
All right.
I heard you.
So don't throw a tantrum.
I understand how you feel, Mother.
But still, I want to hire a part-time babysitter.
Jin Ah, you're so weird.
Why would you hire a babysitter when I can look after him?
It's better to leave him with me, his grandma, than with a stranger.
Since you started it, I'd like to say something to you.
I don't like the idea of teaching him to read when he's only two.
I think it's best to let a child be a child.
I raised Si Woo like this too.
Si Woo attended an English kindergarten when he was four.
He was able to chat with a native speaker when he was five.
Talk about it later.
Jin Ah, go upstairs with Woo Jin. We'll prepare dinner.
Why didn't Jin Ah go to work today?
Is it because she didn't want to leave her son with me?
She took a day off because Woo Jin was coming down with a cold.
Shall I help you with anything?
Shall I check out the stew?
You don't have to do anything.
Get some rest in your room.
I'll prepare dinner all by myself today.
My goodness. You are one stubborn woman.
(CEO Choi Si Woo)
Come in.
- Welcome. - Hello.
Thank you.
(CEO Choi Si Woo)
The sales of the accessory brand hardly improved.
I think we need a strategy to increase the sales.
What do you think, Mr. Jo?
Since our accessory brand only has...
limited edition products,
I think we have a limited customer group.
That being said,
how about we open a store of our accessory brand...
at the shopping mall of Genius, Mr. Ahn Nam Jin's company?
But I think Genius' shopping mall doesn't have any high-end goods.
I heard they accept unusual, limited edition products.
I have no idea on how we should relate our accessory products...
to unusual, limited edition products.
We can come up with a theme for our products.
For example, 30 big Boston bags for pregnant women...
or 30 cross bags with multiple storage pockets...
for men who just started working.
That's a good idea. Please write a detailed proposal.
I'll meet Mr. Ahn and discuss about opening our store.
- Thank you, Mr. Choi. - Thank you.
Mr. Kim, can I see you for a second?
Yes, sir.
Come in.
You're here.
Please apply for a patent on these designs as soon as possible.
Yes, sir. I'll do that.
And how is Mr. Heo doing?
He's busy preparing for a trip to Europe with Ms. Yang next month.
He's been learning the go game and takes a historical curator class.
I want him to fill the position as the chief legal officer.
Shall I talk to him about it?
He said he'll visit my house later, so I'll talk to him.
Okay.
Mr. Jang, have you e-mailed the three accessory designs?
Okay. I'll check it.
Mr. Jang, are you going through andropause?
You seem indifferent to everything as if life is boring to you.
You're right. My life bores me.
I find this world I'm living in so boring and quiet.
Why? Am I not allowed to feel this way?
In fact, Ms. Choi doesn't work here anymore,
and Design Team Two is gone.
Cheol Sang, whom I got attached to, doesn't work here either.
It's not so fun for me to come to work anymore as well.
I feel the same way.
Maybe I should go on a trip to somewhere far away from here.
Aren't you two bored because you have no one to gossip about?
It'd be fun if you two could spread rumors...
like you used to. Am I right?
Please don't be like that.
I've been living quietly as if I'm dust.
I envy all of you.
You see, I wish I could spend a boring and quiet day...
for just one day. Or at least for half a day.
I work here all day long.
And when I go home, I can't even think clearly because of the twins.
I was happy when Ms. Choi was staying at my house.
I guess this is why...
people should live in a crowded house.
Oh, my goodness.
Did you just say Ms. Choi stayed at your house?
When?
Did the two of you move in together?
- My goodness. - No.
She stayed at my house for a while to avoid the reporters.
So don't spread a false rumor. Do you hear me?
You know what I mean, right?
Yes, sir. I know.
(Genius)
Mr. Ahn, I think we need to set up new racks in the warehouse.
A lot of them are broken because of heavy boxes.
Is that right?
It did seem too weak.
The general manager of the security team is working really hard.
I'm just like a security guard and building manager.
I'm the only person in the security team.
Things won't work properly without me. I have no choice.
I know that you're working very hard, Mr. Bang.
If you know that, give me a raise,
or hire someone to work as my subordinate.
All right. I'll give you a raise.
- Shall we go and have a look? - Sure.
Hurry back.
- I'll wait in the parking lot. - Okay.
Let's all leave for the day.
Ha Na, aren't you leaving?
I have to fix the images of the kiosk in our shopping mall.
I'll leave after finishing it.
Oh, my. Ha Na is working so hard.
She's an intern, but she's equal to 10 employees.
She's so smart and good at her work.
We can always trust Ha Na.
I like you so much.
Make sure to eat dinner. And eat something expensive.
I'll approve to all the expenses for your meals.
Okay.
I'll see you all tomorrow.
- See you tomorrow. - Goodbye.
Look here. My baby, San.
Here you go. Good boy. That's good.
Deul, it's your turn. All right.
Eat just one more bite. Here you go.
Your food is flying into your mouth.
Good boy. Both of you finished your meals.
Gosh.
I'm exhausted.
Why isn't Yeon Ji coming home?
Shall we play now? Do you want to fly?
- What's this? - Oh, dear.
- Gosh. - Dad. Mom.
- You brat. - What took you so long?
What do you mean? We were gone just half a day.
- Hi. - Your grandpa is here.
- We're home. - Hi.
- Did you eat dinner? - Come here.
You're so adorable.
San and Deul, you two are so adorable.
What? Let me see. Where?
- You like your grandpa, don't you? - It's amazing.
How do you make them like you so much?
It's obvious, you brat.
Your mom and I are sincere with San and Deul.
So they open up their hearts to us sincerely too.
- Okay. - Okay.
But I, too, adore them sincerely.
Hey. They are nicer than other babies.
When you were a baby, you switched your days and nights.
Your dad and I had to stay up all night every night.
- Really? - All right.
Oh, my. Let's play.
- Here you go. - I'm home.
- Hi. - Yeon Ji.
San and Deul, did you have a good day?
Say, "Welcome home, Mom."
"Mom, did you work hard?"
Yeon Ji, can't you say hi to me too?
Aren't you going to make dinner?
I'm starving.
Don't cry.
Right. Dae Sik. She must be hungry.
- Go and prepare dinner. - Let's eat this.
Eat this. Okay. All right.
I'm so sad.
No one cares about me.
- Oh, my baby. - Go to your mom.
What?
My mom teaches Woo Jin how to read Korean?
Yes.
That's not all.
Physical training for babies, creativity development, and English.
She teaches all of them.
I'm worried Woo Jin might get sick.
I'm worried.
Since she quit her job,
she seems to have become obsessive with Woo Jin.
It's best to let a child be a child.
How about we hire a babysitter?
I suggested it too, but she refused it.
When Ms. Yang goes on a trip to Europe,
it'll be too much work for Mom to do house chores...
and look after Woo Jin all by herself.
Oh, right. Mother will come to our house tomorrow.
That will make things better.
It'll get worse when my mom comes.
They're already arguing because they have different parenting styles.
How about we ask Ms. Heo to help us out...
just for two months?
Do you think Mr. Lee will let her do that?
Can't she work part-time as a babysitter?
All right. I'll ask her.
Where is Woo Jin?
He's playing with his uncle.
He gets so excited and coos whenever he sees his uncle.
Woo Jin, respond. Over. Look at this.
Woo Jin, respond. Over.
What?
You didn't hear that?
Woo Jin just called me "Uncle".
My goodness.
I heard all parents bluff about their kids,
but I've never seen an uncle bluff about his nephew.
I'm not lying.
Woo Jin.
Yes. You called me "Uncle" just now, right?
- Goodness. - See?
Hey, why don't you get married if you love kids that much?
Until when will you love someone else's kid as if he's your own?
Gosh, don't talk about Woo Jin that way.
He's my dear one and only nephew.
Right? My sweetheart.
Look at you having fun.
Woo Jin, answer. Over.
Woo Jin!
What is it? Do you have something to tell us?
Well, how much longer will you leave Nam Jin alone like that?
He needs to get married.
I tell him every day, but he doesn't even listen to me.
Geum Soon wanted to set him up with a nice girl,
but he said no right away. What can I do?
I know of a nice lady. What do you say?
- That intern? - Yes.
She really likes Nam Jin.
I've been watching her,
and she's hardworking, smart,
pretty, and ladylike.
She's such a good catch.
Is that right?
Hey, the thing is,
do you think Nam Jin likes her too?
Goodness, you frustrate me so much.
Don't you know how Nam Jin is?
Seung Joo is still the only woman in his heart.
Gosh.
Even if you bring a truck full of nice ladies, it won't do anything.
The only woman he's interested in is Seung Joo.
Goodness, you people are annoying me here.
That's why I'm saying we should pressure him.
Why did Nam Jin and Seung Joo break up?
It was all because of the complicated family matters.
But even that girl wouldn't want two mothers-in-law, would she?
I sounded her out, and she said she'd be fine with it.
She lost her parents at a young age...
and lives with her grandma who owns a hanbok shop.
She said she likes the idea of being part of a big family.
Really?
Then can we check her out some time?
Sure, that's nothing hard.
She'll come right away if I ask her to bring some documents.
You mean, this evening?
As they say, "Strike while the iron is hot."
Why put it off?
Then tell her she can have dinner here.
Mr. Heo is a good judge of character,
so invite her over when he's here.
That's okay with you, right?
Yes, of course.
Okay.
Dinner is ready. Come on out, everyone.
- Go on. - Let's go.
- Yes, hello. - Let's go.
Hey, I just arrived.
You kept saying it was super urgent,
so I didn't even have a chance to call my family.
Can you book a hotel for me for tonight?
Sure, okay.
I'll head there right away, then.
All right.
I should call Dad and let him know that I'd be home soon.
Dad, it's me.
Hey, Seung Joo.
Everything's well with you, right?
Yes, of course.
No health issues, right?
Yes, I'm fine.
Oh, is Yeon Sil doing well too?
Yes. She's been really enjoying learning Chinese.
She takes Chinese lessons at night these days.
And thanks to her, our sales in China have gone up significantly.
That's great.
Oh, Dad.
I'll be back in Korea soon.
Are you serious?
All right.
Call me as soon as your flight is booked.
I'll pick you up from the airport.
Yes, all right.
Okay.
Oh, my. Seung Joo is coming back.
Well, why isn't she home yet? She should be back by now.
Oh, boy.
I don't want to fool myself any longer.
I want to see you the moment I wake up every morning.
Great. You're an excellent student, Yeon Sil.
Thank you for the ride.
Oh, Man Seok!
My gosh, Man Seok.
Who's that man you were with just now?
He's my Chinese instructor.
He lives nearby, so he gave me a ride.
What did you two talk about in Chinese earlier?
Oh, that.
Well, it's a secret.
What's wrong, Man Seok?
My goodness.
Mr. Heo and Ms. Yang.
I really wanted to...
cook dinner for the two of you before your Europe trip.
I did my best.
I hope you like it.
You made all these dishes by yourself? Oh, my.
Thank you.
Everything looks delicious, Ms. Choi.
Where's Jin Ah?
She's putting Woo Jin to sleep.
I should eat quickly and go upstairs.
- Let's eat. - Oh, yes.
All right, let's eat.
It looks so good.
What's wrong?
Is it not good?
No, no. It's not that.
It tastes okay, but how should I put it?
I can't quite describe it in words.
Oh, is it because I had a late lunch?
I don't have much of an appetite now.
You said you didn't have lunch.
Shall I make bibimbap for you with young radish leaves?
Oh, bibimbap!
I'm suddenly craving bibimbap, which is strange.
We'd love some bibimbap as well.
Please make two additional servings. Thank you.
- All right. - Great.
I worked so hard to make all this food.
Why does everyone want to eat bibimbap now?
Nam Jin and Si Woo, is the food not good?
It's good. It's very good, Mother.
I'm enjoying it too.
I just need to eat quickly and go upstairs.
Try this. It's good.
I'm all right. You can have it.
- Please eat. I'll see who's here. - All right.
Come on, Man Seok.
We learned a few lines from the movie, "Almost a Love Story", today.
We were going over them again because I did a bad job in class.
I'm telling you the truth, Man Seok.
From now on, I'll pick you up...
after each lesson, so don't let him drive you home.
All right.
You may think that I'm petty-minded,
but I have a lot on my mind these days.
I'm growing old and frail.
What if I die soon and leave you behind all alone?
Don't even say things like that.
You're still young, and you look fabulous.
It's rare to see a middle-aged man who looks as great as you do.
Even the woman at the corner store went on about how handsome you are.
Really?
Yes, really.
By the way, what is Seon Gyu up to these days?
Shouldn't he visit us and try to cheer you up?
I think he's busy with the girl he's seeing.
My gosh, seriously?
Why didn't he tell me?
Because you'd want to meet the lady right away.
I bet that's why he didn't tell you.
I wouldn't do that. It's strange.
Goodness.
Hello. Hello.
She's our intern.
Her name is Kim Ha Na, and she's 28 years old.
She's great at her job, and she's very bright.
She's easygoing as well.
If I had a son, I'd want her to be my daughter-in-law.
She's such a good catch.
She's beautiful, and she's such a lady as well.
Isn't she, Mr. Heo?
Yes. She looks very smart.
You could've asked her to e-mail you the file.
Why did you ask her to come here?
I'm already apologetic towards her because she works overtime.
I always wanted to visit your house, Mr. Ahn.
I'm glad I got a chance to come.
You haven't had dinner, right?
Eat up.
Well... I think Ha Na should...
eat bibimbap too.
That's okay. There's a lot of side dishes here.
You are Mr. Ahn's birth mother,
and you are the mother who raised him, right?
I hope you like me.
You hope we like you?
What do you mean by that?
Actually, I want to marry Mr. Ahn.
Ha Na.
I'll be good to him.
So I hope you all adore me.
Of course, we will.
I already like you so much.
Visit us often, okay?
- Mom. - I like her too.
I worked my magic today. Try it.
She eats with gusto. My goodness.
Ha Na, why would you say a joke like you mean it?
Everyone thought you meant it.
I wasn't joking.
What do you mean?
I meant what I said.
I'm saying that I really like you.
I know that you broke up with someone you loved.
I also know...
that you haven't gotten over her.
It's sad, but I can wait.
You don't know much about me.
The feelings you have right now...
might go away soon.
If you feel comfortable to think that way,
you can do so.
However, you will eventually see that my feelings for you...
are genuine.
I understand. Let's not talk about it anymore.
By the way, are you okay?
My mother's food must not have tasted good.
I've been living with my grandma since I was in sixth grade.
Old people's cooking quality depends on their condition.
Sometimes it's too salty, and sometimes it's bland.
But if I complain about her food...
whenever it tastes differently,
it would hurt my grandma's feelings.
So I got used to eating food however it tastes.
You are very thoughtful.
Did you just realize it now?
That's the only thing I want you to do for me.
Just smile.
I don't want anything else.
What do you think? Isn't the intern nice?
Yes. You're a good judge of character.
She's confident and calm.
She's also polite.
She's unlike other girls these days.
I could feel her sincere feelings for Nam Jin,
which made me like her more.
That's what I'm saying.
Honestly, Nam Jin should find someone to love him now.
You see, since I started dating In Sook,
I realized how great it is to be loved by someone...
once again. My goodness.
I like her too. However...
It worries me that she was raised by her grandmother alone.
Nam Jin should marry a girl whose family can back him up financially.
Haven't you learned your lesson after all you went through?
If they love each other, her family doesn't matter.
Gosh. I didn't mean it like that.
I'm just saying that since he's the eldest son,
we should consider everything for his sake.
We don't have to consider anything else.
You saw her eating the awful food you made...
without even showing a hint of dissatisfaction.
That alone shows how thoughtful she is.
What do you mean by "awful food"?
Ms. Yang, how could you say that?
Si Woo.
Jin Ah?
Was my food really that awful?
Pardon?
You said we should give Woo Jin the cold medicine.
- Yes. - We should go upstairs.
- We'll go upstairs. - Okay.
Do you live near here?
It's quite close by.
What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?
I think I have an upset stomach.
You shouldn't have eaten it if it wasn't good.
Why did you eat it all up?
Are you worried about me?
That feels good.
You should take some digestive enzyme at least.
Is there a convenience store or a pharmacy nearby?
We need to go straight that way.
Mr. Ahn.
(It's My Life)
Did Ha Na go somewhere?
Come to think of it, I haven't seen her for a while.
Are you going to work with Woo Jin? No.
Si Woo and I will take care of everything to raise Woo Jin.
Man Seok and Yeon Sil went to New York to see Seung Joo last year.
They said Seung Joo looked haggard.
She'll come back to Korea soon. Do you want to see her?