Ciao.
Hey, you have lipstick on your teeth.
All right, Choi Dae Sung.
You're born again...
just for Jin Nam Hee.
(Chairwoman Jin Nam Hee)
Are your fingers still trembling?
I'm certain I've relapsed.
The tips of my fingers feel dull.
Don't be worried beforehand.
You'll find out for sure through your checkup today.
I'm afraid.
I already know what's coming,
but there's nothing I can do but wait for the result.
Ma'am...
Oh, bella. Ciao.
What are you saying in a foreign language?
Don't you know how much I love Italian music?
Honey.
I'm busy, so just get to the point.
Congratulations on our 12,300 days.
12,300 days? What is that?
We've been together for 12,300 days now.
Do you know what those flowers mean?
- Honey. - "Fidelity".
I did waver once,
but until the day I die,
I will be loyal to you.
Salute.
All right. Thanks.
I've also booked a table at your favorite restaurant.
Aren't you happy?
The kids are returning home today. Did you forget?
Oh, mamma mia.
All right. Then for tonight,
we'll have a welcoming party for the kids.
I'll see you later.
It feels like I have two sons.
I'm glad you reconciled with him.
It's all because of Joon Ki.
If this is a relapse, it means I don't have much time.
Sabina will be the only one around him.
I need him to be able to rely on his father.
Shall we go?
Let's go hear my ruling.
Aren't you disappointed that we came here...
for our honeymoon?
Not at all.
This is rather meaningful.
I heard your grandfather built this place.
My mother built a similar resort in Busan.
To celebrate that, we invited the patients we sponsored...
and held the Golden Garden Fireflies Festival.
Oh, is that so?
But unfortunately, we could never plan one again.
On his way home, Prof. Cha, who was the head of the hospital,
died in a hit-and-run accident.
Your mother must've been very distressed.
So that's why...
she asked me to do my best for this upcoming...
patients organization that she's holding after 28 years.
Was the patient's daughter's name Eun Dong Joo?
I heard you're helping her find her mother.
Yes.
I should look hard for her.
It felt strange.
When coincidences come together, they create a relationship.
And when relationships come together, they become fate.
Perhaps, you and that woman...
must be destined.
Seeing how you were both daughters of our patients'...
and the fact that you keep crossing paths...
Take those words back.
Joon Ki.
I don't believe in destiny.
I believe it's all about choices.
I chose you,
and you're my one and only destiny.
Yes. You're right.
You are my destiny as well.
Are you here?
I am inside the cafe now. Where are you?
Excuse me.
Are you the one who left your number?
Who are you?
I'm not sure what you're talking about.
I think you're mistaken.
Wait a minute.
Pick that up.
Why aren't you picking it up? Are you still going to deny it?
You know my mom?
Do you really?
She's a junior of mine from the same high school.
We lost touch when she left school during her junior year.
And then, we ran into each other at the patients organization.
She's a year younger than me,
so she must be 52 years old.
What's her name?
Shin Nan Sook.
I see.
Even after Eun Jeong Soo relapsed, she endured it well.
Her husband was considerate, they had a stable income,
and they had a beautiful daughter whom they doted on.
Mom, please be patient.
I'm on my way.
What are you doing? Hurry up.
I'm coming!
My gosh, you have such a terrible temper.
I'm done!
- Really? - Yes.
Thanks to me, you've finished your homework.
You have no more homework left, right?
That's not true. It's not over.
What does she mean?
- Hey. - What?
Is he not supposed to know about your diary?
- What? - Mid Eum.
Have you not written your diary for the summer break?
Come on. Have you been taking care of him or not?
Bring me your diary.
- Okay. - My goodness.
What is this?
He wrote two days' worth.
Does that mean you need to write 25 days' worth?
It's okay.
I can just clean the classroom for a month.
Mid Eum.
That won't do.
We three...
will move to round two.
All right, we will finish this by 12 a.m.
Do it.
Dong Joo! Dong Joo!
We need to talk.
Why did you come unannounced?
Actually, I'm glad you're here.
Sit down and write Mid Eum's diary.
That's not what's important right now.
Dong Joo, let's go.
Go where?
You'll know once we get there. Hurry up.
Where are we going?
Where are you going? You need to do his homework.
You can do it yourself.
Wait.
Why are you avoiding me?
How many times do I need to tell you?
I wasn't avoiding. I was just mistaken.
I just confused you with someone who just left.
Let's cut to the chase.
Please give me the estimate for your car repair.
[Kocowa Ver] MBC E21 'Golden Garden' "Dong Joo Gets Ready To Meet Her Mother" -♥ Ruo Xi ♥-
Please leave your bank account with me.
I'll wire it right away.
Goodbye, then.
Shin Nan Sook.
It's you, right?
I'm Kim Soo Na.
I'm your senior from Gyeongjin Girls' High School in Busan.
Do you not remember me?
Hey.
It was you.
No wonder you looked familiar.
How long has it been?
Did you really not recognize me?
I recognized you from the start.
From the start?
I saw you at Chairwoman Jin's son's wedding.
You were sitting in the front.
Then why did you leave without saying hi?
You left first.
Was it because you were avoiding me?
Me?
Why would I do that?
I'm so happy to see you.
Really?
Of course. There's no reason for me to do that.
Then I'm glad.
By the way, seeing how bright you look,
you must be happy these days.
Yes, I'm living a good life.
I met a great man and even have a kid.
Thanks to him, my painful wound from the past...
has been healed.
Your painful wound?
I'm sure you know as well.
After losing both...
my husband and Dong Joo,
I struggled so much.
Nan Sook.
If there was a way for you to find your daughter,
what would you do?
I'll tell you the truth.
Your daughter is looking for you.
With one phone call, she'll come running here.
I met her by coincidence a few days ago.
She may have grown up without her parents,
but she grew up well.
When I told her that I saw you at the wedding,
she came running.
She misses you so much.
You must meet her.
Should I call her right now?
Don't.
No.
If you do that,
I will make you pay.
Nan Sook.
I told you...
that I'm living a good life.
My family doesn't know about my past.
I can't hurt him.
That's ridiculous.
Dong Joo is your daughter as well.
How could you refuse to see her...
- when she's yearning for you? - How dare you...
intervene in my life?
How could you ignore...
my wishes?
Tell her...
that her mother died...
a long time ago.
I think you finally understand me.
I'll compensate handsomely.
So mind your own business.
Got it?
Hold on. Wait.
Let's hurry. We have no time.
Come on. Where are we going?
Why are we in front of a boutique?
You texted me, saying that you'll be meeting your mom soon.
You'll be meeting her after 28 years.
Will you seriously go empty-handed?
I've already planned everything out.
I'm going to have a bouquet out of carnations.
Gosh, you're such an idiot.
- Gosh, that hurts. - Hey.
Your mom was at Director Choi's wedding.
Birds of a feather flock together.
That means your mother is also very well-off.
Would a bouquet do?
So what? You want me to buy her some clothes?
I don't even know her size.
The reverend said...
that she was tall and well-built.
She's definitely a size 77. Let's go.
Nan Sook.
Let's talk.
I have nothing more to say.
Stop interfering in my life.
You've changed a lot.
Did you already forget?
You doted on her.
That poor girl is looking for you,
so how could you ignore her as a mother?
It happened 28 years ago.
We're living different lives now.
I can't consider her my daughter anymore.
It may sound selfish,
but I need to protect my happiness.
Nan Sook.
You know very well...
how miserable I was back home.
I lived with a helpless, alcoholic father.
I cooked for myself at the age of seven.
I know.
You were very smart and did well in school,
but your father forced you to quit school...
and made you work at a barbershop.
After running away to Seoul,
I met Dong Joo's father and could finally live like a human being.
But...
after he died,
I lost everything.
Both money and my daughter.
I was a walking dead for many years...
and finally regained my happiness.
That's why...
I will not allow anyone...
to meddle in my life.
Whether it's you...
or that girl.
Do you understand?
Then...
let me give her your photo.
Look.
Chairwoman Jin sent me this photo of the guests.
If I show her this,
I'm sure...
she'll understand.
What are you doing?
You really...
are dense, aren't you?
Listen carefully.
I'll make it very easy for you to understand.
I don't want to meet her.
Better yet,
I have no reason to.
28 years ago,
I didn't...
lose...
that girl.
I abandoned her.
What? What did you say?
You abandoned her?
Your... Your own daughter?
Yes.
Would you like to know why?
Will that help you understand?
Yes.
Why did you do that?
You're not an animal!
So why did you abandon her?
Listen to me.
I'll tell you why...
I abandoned my own daughter.
Ta-da.
Turn around.
How do I look?
Something's missing.
Is this enough?
Something's still missing.
Come on, that's enough.
Okay. You now look like a wealthy madam.
How much are these?
My gosh, have you gone insane?
I don't have any money to buy all of them.
Don't you worry. I just borrowed...
some money.
Look at you.
You're insane!
I'm just investing in you.
If your mother is moved and buys you a studio apartment,
let me in.
And if you get a high position at her company,
think of me...
and release an album of mine.
Hey, Mi Joo.
I'm just kidding.
This is truly the epitome of rags to riches.
You were always a fool...
who was pushed around...
by everyone. But look at you now.
I'm jealous of you.
I just hope she won't be disappointed in me...
for not graduating from college.
Don't you worry.
If she sees me right next to you,
she'll be extremely grateful.
"Gosh, I'm glad she didn't turn like her."
Mi Joo!
Dong Joo!
Do you now understand...
why I committed something so terrible?
Does Dong Joo know...
about this?
No.
That's exactly why I'm refusing to meet her.
Have you imagined...
the amount of shock she'd receive...
if she found out?
Make your choice.
Tell her the truth and ruin both of our lives.
Or keep it as a secret,
pray, and mind your own business.
You can make...
your own choice.
"August 14". The weather is...
"Due to global warming, it is scorching hot."
Gosh, what should I write?
Hold on.
Mid Eum said his teacher was pretty.
Okay.
I'm a genius.
"Today,"
"I thought about my teacher."
"I heard she didn't have a boyfriend."
"And I thought of someone..."
"who could be a perfect match."
I'm home!
My gosh.
How could you barge in like that? Don't you know how to knock?
The door was open.
Oh, the kids are asleep.
Have you been doing his homework all by yourself?
Give it to me. I'll finish it.
No, thanks. I'll do it.
Gosh, look at you all sulky.
Give it to me. I'll do it.
- Give it. - Wait.
Wait.
"Today, I thought about my teacher."
"I heard she didn't have a boyfriend."
"And I thought..."
"of someone who could be a perfect match."
"He has a great job."
"He's a detective"?
I knew it.
What have you done?
Darn it! You can write the rest.
There are three days left.
My gosh.
But still, he managed to write them all by himself.
He's so kindhearted,
yet he's always busy yelling.
All right, follow me.
This is a relapse, isn't it?
Your symptoms will worsen with time.
What's the best thing we can do?
There's a new medication that's being tested in the US.
You should try it.
You'll need an injection and physical therapy every day,
so you'll need to hire a professional caregiver as well.
- Hello. - Son.
Hey, did you fight with Sabina?
I thought you were coming home late.
I'm preparing dinner.
Dinner?
Hello, Father.
You look beautiful in a hanbok.
Where is the cook? Why are you cooking?
It's our first dinner as a family.
My mother sent some kimchi too,
so I'm going to cook for the family.
You'll get it all done by tonight, right?
Come on.
It must be a great time for you.
Love is in the air.
Pose together.
I should text your mother...
to hurry home to see such a lovely couple.
All right. Cheese.
It is a relapse.
Your symptoms will gradually worsen.
Ma'am.
You should go home.
I'm reminded of that day 30 years ago.
The day my illness manifested for the first time.
I was having a meeting with the directorate.
It felt as if my tongue was suddenly paralyzed.
I started to slur.
I brushed it off,
thinking I had just overworked.
And a few days later,
I was coaxing Joon Ki.
But my fingers felt stiff.
Joon Ki, here it is.
Look here.
Yes, here comes the food.
Okay, okay.
All right.
Okay, my baby.
Here, here.
Joon Ki!
That was when I was diagnosed...
with multiple sclerosis for the first time.
It started with minor paralysis.
But later on, I couldn't walk.
I lost my vision.
It's a fatal illness.
Ma'am.
But...
do you know what's even funnier?
I didn't dare to tell anyone...
about that terrifying illness.
Mr. Choi was abroad.
I tried to contact him,
but he didn't pick up.
After that, my friend sent me a photo.
He was...
cheating on me with another wench in Spain.
I heard that he had made the mistake...
because he was struggling so much.
The project he was preparing for fell through, so he was devastated.
Due to the feeling of betrayal,
I had been hating him for the past 30 years.
But now that I have relapsed,
I feel like I've completely wasted all that time.
Please have hope.
You've lived well for the past 30 years without relapsing.
Soo Mi.
I'm so grateful to have you by my side.
I wouldn't have come this far had I been alone.
I'm truly thankful.
I've done nothing.
No, you were by my side all this time.
Knowing that there is someone I can trust and rely on...
is something...
I'm truly grateful about.
You should tell your family now.
They will help you more than I can.
You should tell Mr. Choi tonight.
(Episode 22 will air shortly.)
(Episode 22)
You cooked all this by yourself?
She asked me before what you both liked the most.
The dried yellow corvina is for Mom and the marinated crabs are for Dad.
I don't know if they'll suit your palate.
For health reasons, I made it less salty.
Is that so? Let's have a taste then.
Honey, you should stay clear from this.
Why? Does it taste weird?
Is the seasoning off?
Your mom needs to wear a bikini in the summer.
This will prevent that from happening.
- Gosh, you're so silly sometimes. - You can't have any!
You can't have any.
I'm grateful for the work you put in,
but you'll be needed at the office next week...
so don't spend too much energy on doing things like this.
You helping out with his business is more than enough.
I tried to stop her, but she's adamant...
about cooking for the family.
I'll keep it up...
until it gets too exhausting, Mother.
Beautiful, talented, and also respectful.
Honey, don't you agree...
that we've been gifted with...
all kinds of luck we can possibly imagine?
It's too early to be moved, guys.
What's this?
You should enjoy a trip to Croatia this fall.
I heard that your last trip abroad together...
was for your honeymoon.
I'm afraid this was pointless though.
Your mom would never take a break from work.
- She's a workaholic... - That's not true.
I want to take a break too, you know.
You should learn what I mostly do so that I can take this trip.
Yes, I'll do my best, Mother.
Mom has changed quite a lot.
- For that, we should make a toast. - Sounds good.
Everybody, I love you all so much.
Say "I love you" after I say "Awesome!"
Awesome!
- I love you. - I love you.
You should tell your family before it progresses.
No.
We've finally become a normal family again.
I don't want to ruin our happiness.
Just a little longer...
We'll enjoy this for a little while longer.
If you hate me that much, I'll stay away.
Why on earth isn't she answering?
What's wrong? Is she still not picking up?
She's off the grid which is bad.
Why is Lioness being off the grid bad for you?
Didn't I tell you?
She should always be in touch while on probation.
Exactly.
Why are you on edge when it's her butt on the line?
That's because...
Well, you know...
You've given her your heart, haven't you?
I'd have to take a bullet to the head...
to like someone as crude as her.
I have just as high standards as you.
Darn.
Hey.
Has Lioness still not called?
She's not answering her phone.
Ms. Eun doesn't know her whereabouts either.
Darn it.
Even dog feces aren't available when you need them.
Today's the opening,
so where are we supposed to look for her?
Ki Young,
you're the one who kicked her out, so make sure you find her.
Grandma, wait.
You're opening a new store today?
How many does that make now?
You ungrateful brat.
Aren't you even aware...
of how many stores your grandmother owns?
All you care about is the money I bring home!
When did I ever?
I just hate how you work so hard!
Is that so?
Should I sell all my franchise stores then?
What do you say?
Grandma, please!
One's life starts at 80, remember?
You imbecile.
You're completely shameless, aren't you?
Instead of taking care of me yourself,
you are taking advantage of everything I've got.
You jerk!
My goodness.
- You still got it, Grandma. - What?
You have what it takes to open 10 more stores.
- What? - Go, Grandma!
You imbecile,
get back here.
Someone should give you a taste of your own medicine.
Gosh, what's with the weather.
Like I said,
I haven't seen the singer living in Unit 202.
Did she not come home last night?
Why would she when she moved out ages ago?
If you see her,
please tell her to take her things.
This isn't some sort of storage facility, you know.
Her things?
She left all of them down there...
but won't come back for them.
Please tell her that, okay?
Right, but...
Unbelievable.
Where on earth do I find her now?
Gosh!
Where did she go after leaving her stuff?
My gosh.
What's that?
Who's there?
Did you sleep here?
You said you had a place to go.
Is this where you slept?
What are you doing here?
Where I sleep is up to me,
so just tell me what you want.
You have a gig,
so get ready to sing.
Sing?
Really?
Let me see.
I'm sure that my mom will love this.
It's good.
I'd like to meet and talk about Shin Nan Sook.
Are you free today?
She must've found my mom.
Yes, of course. I can meet you right away.
It's good to see you, Director Choi.
Your guest is waiting for you.
She must be here already.
- Let me escort you inside. - Thank you.
Does your mother like Korean cuisine?
Yes, of course. Do they serve good food?
Yes, everything's delicious.
I'll go and wash up. Head in without me.
Sure.
Is that all you could find on Hannah Shin?
The mother and daughter seem off in so many ways.
Look more into them.
[Kocowa Ver] MBC E22 'Golden Garden' "Dong Joo's Agony" -♥ Ruo Xi ♥-
Who is that?
Make your choice.
Tell her the truth and ruin both of our lives.
Or keep it as a secret,
pray, and mind your own business.
You can make your own choice.
Reverend, it's me.
I see you came rushing over. Please have a seat.
Thank you.
So...
what about my mother?
Your mom?
Isn't my mom coming too?
Is she running late?
Dong Joo...
I haven't been able to sleep these past few days...
due to all the excitement.
What should I say when I meet her?
Will she even recognize me the moment she sees me?
I don't think I'll be able to say a thing though.
Goodness. I'm already on the verge of tears.
How silly, right?
I'm sorry, Dong Joo.
Your mom isn't coming today.
Why not? Is she busy?
Then I'll go to her instead.
No, I'll wait until she has free time on her hands.
I can wait, you know.
Reverend, please.
I can wait no matter how long it takes.
Just please tell me where my mother is.
Actually, just give me her number and I'll take care of the rest.
Dong Joo, please.
Your efforts won't bring you two closer.
I...
met your mom yesterday,
but...
she refused.
She doesn't want to meet you.
Why not?
Why doesn't she want to see me?
Does she see me as a burden?
I don't want anything from her, you see.
All I want is to see her.
I won't annoy her in any way.
Please, just once.
Just once.
All I want to do is see her one time...
so that I can always remember her.
Reverend, please. Let me meet her.
I want to see her so badly.
I want to see...
what my mother looks like.
Please let me meet her.
Please. Please?
Dong Joo, don't be like this.
She's not someone you can meet because you just want to.
Also, seeing her...
will only bring you pain, so give up already.
You're wrong.
Please let me meet her.
I miss her so much.
Please let me see her!
- Please! - I said it's not possible.
She's...
made a good life for herself now...
that acknowledging your existence will ruin everything.
So please think of her as someone who doesn't exist anymore.
It's how you can do good by her.
Reverend...
Please leave now...
and don't come to see me again.
Please.
Reverend...
Reverend!
Help me, Dong Joo.
I scored a gig and I need you.
Hurry home, all right?
Mother, please try this.
The short ribs here are amazing.
No, I'm good. You should enjoy that instead.
Mom, accept his kindness when he offers.
He's buying this meal to say we had a good time on our honeymoon.
All right, then. Let me take a bite.
They say that...
one bows at their in-laws if the bride is exceptionally pretty.
Is that how much you like my daughter?
Yes, I love her so much.
What part of her in particular?
I love everything about her.
Is that all...
you could find on Hannah Shin?
Sabina, what's on your mind?
What?
Oh, it's nothing.
I'm curious though.
Do people from the company come here often?
It's near the office, so we come here with clients.
What's wrong?
Did you see someone you recognize?
It's not that. I just got curious, that's all.
Anyway, please excuse me for a second.
- You should dig in. - Sure.
It's the file on Hannah Shin like you asked.
Hannah Shin?
Then it's a background check on my mom.
Secretary Han?
Did you find anything new?
She is one tough woman to track.
Is it because she moved around in the US,
changed her name, and had no ties to the Korean community?
Yes.
Normally, this pattern is evident...
with people who had issues in Korea.
Issues?
They either committed a crime...
or are running away from someone.
It's how people change their identities.
So you found nothing on her?
Take a look.
This is Sabina...
when she won an award while studying at Parsons.
Then it was about 7 to 8 years ago.
The technique is called paper cutting,
and it was Sabina's specialty.
What about this though?
There's a magnified photo of the artwork.
It's of a bridge opening.
Is this Yeongdo Bridge in Busan?
Check the name of her piece.
"Hometown"?
- Her hometown? - Hannah Shin and Sabina...
seem to be from Busan, so we're searching there.
We'd appreciate a little more time.
All right. Just make sure you do a thorough search.
Mid Eum, what's that? Is that a cockscomb flower?
That's right.
I'm making it for Dong Joo since she helped me with my homework.
You've got it all wrong.
Ladies like purses more than they like flowers.
And how would you know that?
I'm a lady too, you know.
I'm sure that Dong Joo would like a purse like this.
See?
What are you worried about this time?
She went to meet her mom, remember?
What if her mom wants to live with her?
It'll be just us again...
which means we'll be placed in the system.
Is Dong Joo's mom...
as rich as my mom?
Yes, it seems that way.
Then it'll never happen, so don't worry.
How do you know that?
I've experienced it.
The Chinese restaurant lady said so.
Women and buses never come back...
once they leave.
It couldn't be truer.
Gosh.
Shouldn't Dong Joo be back home already?
It's been quite a while.
Oh, dear.
Do you think she could be...
roaming the streets crying her eyes out?
(From the detectives at Jungbu Police Station)
(Ddobong's Fried Chicken)
Let's pick up this party
(The opening of the 570th Ddobong's Fried Chicken store)
(Please fry chicken until you're 100.)
(Thanks to your love, we opened our 570th store!)
Bell-bottoms!
No matter how the world sees you
Just live with what you were given
Wearing bell-bottoms
Standing crooked on one side
Shaking one leg
Swaying and swagging
I'm not the coolest but I have my moments
I'm a funny guy but not a mockery
I never go sour since I'm already not normal
I have some nerve, but I also have a fat wallet
My shoes are shiny
My woman is the bomb
I strut like I have it all
And I'm wearing bell-bottoms
Bell-bottoms
- Hey bell-bottoms - Bell-bottoms
Ma'am!
You imbecile!
How did you know I was here?
I can't believe you came all this way.
Head inside and order a dish.
My gosh,
you'll be filthy rich at this rate.
Those who are filthy rich are in the dumpster.
Me? I'm rich with fried chicken.
- Let's go inside. - Go on in.
- Congratulations! - Thanks.
What a great turnout.
Ms. Eun is here too.
The 570th store of Ddobong's Fried Chicken!
- We're newly opened. - She must be Ms. Oh's...
backup dancer.
Come often and enjoy some fried chicken.
You won't believe how delicious it is.
- It's so good that... - But Ms. Eun...
doesn't look well.
- Yes, exactly! - You're right.
She's been excited about seeing her mom lately.
Gosh, is that a wall clock?
This is great.
You should've come straight in if you had a gift like this.
So where's Pil Seung?
He's on his way back from work outside the office.
Darn it.
I need more sets of hands, so come in and help.
Come on in, handsome lads!
Please come inside.
- Is it good? - Of course.
She's made a good life for herself now...
that acknowledging your existence will ruin everything.
So please think of her as someone who doesn't exist anymore.
Can you please smile?
You're making it look too obvious.
People will think that the restaurant is closing.
Mi Joo,
can I call it a day? I'm not feeling so well.
My gosh.
You do look like you swallowed garbage.
Did something happen?
No.
It must be the heat.
Okay, I'll be a one-woman act,
so go in and get some rest.
All right.
Reverend Kim, I'd like to ask one last favor.
I bought this dress for my mother,
so could you give it to her for me?
Thank you for everything.
Best regards, Eun Dong Joo.
Mom, where are we going?
Someplace nice?
When I was five, I let go of my mom's hand in Busan.
All that I could remember was my name, Eun Dong Joo.
That's why...
my dream is to...
reunite with her someday.
Mom!
Grandma Shark
The generous
I hope Grandma likes these.
Anyway, this song is great. I love how addictive it is.
In the ocean
Look at her dragging her feet.
She's not paying any attention to the road.
Sister!
Ms. Bell-bottoms!
Has she gone deaf?
Hurry up, guys.
Come on!
(Golden Garden)