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Jun Woo!
Jun Woo, are you all right?
Soo Bin.
You're all grown up now, and I have another family too.
I think we each have...
different paths to take.
(Episode 14: Happy Birthday to You)
Where have you been?
(Mom)
Goodness, what should I do with you?
Come on, answer it!
(Mom)
I need to go to my friend Chan Yeol's house to do homework.
Please give me a ride.
Come on.
Can you throw me the ball? Hurry!
We're not done with our noodles yet.
Thanks, delivery guy.
- Do you... - You came to our house last time...
to collect empty bowls, right?
You have a great memory.
It's because you're good-looking.
You're the good-looking one.
I hear that often.
I hope you grow up to become a brave man, kid.
Okay.
Jun Woo.
Mom.
He picked up my ball for me.
Dad, let's eat noodles today. Okay?
Go on inside.
Let's go.
Bye, delivery guy.
Thank you.
What is this?
Why does he have the same name as me?
Why?
When I gave him his name, I was thinking that maybe...
this would be a way of asking for forgiveness.
I was too immature back then...
and there were so many things I didn't know.
I wanted to give them all to my son and raise him with all my heart.
It was my way of making atonement.
Still, how could you use my name...
You really have terrible taste...
for naming your kid.
My mom...
still thinks that the time she spent with her first love...
years ago was the most beautiful moment in her life.
Back when she was 18.
She still misses that moment.
She always told me...
that my dad was a kind person...
and that he loved me very much.
That's what she always said.
That's why...
I longed for that person.
That person known as my dad.
I didn't get to say this earlier, so that's why I came.
I'm sorry, Jun Woo.
I'm sorry.
Don't worry.
I will never...
I will never come to see you again.
Stay healthy.
Jun Woo.
- Are you Mr. Choi Myung Joon? - No.
Are you Mr. Choi Myung Joon by any chance?
Choi Myung Joon? No, I'm not.
Dear Mr. Choi Myung Joon.
Hello, I'm Choi Jun Woo.
It's my birthday today.
It would've been nice to spend time with you today, Dad.
But it's okay.
Mom said today is the happiest day of my life.
Dad, I miss you.
Let's make sure we meet again, whenever that may be.
Hello, I'm Choi Jun Woo.
Now that I'm writing this letter, I don't know where to start.
I'm writing you to tell you that I missed you.
I've always wanted to know what kind of person my dad is.
I'll watch you from afar...
only once in a while.
And please remember that I'm Choi Jun Woo.
Please remember just that.
The feeling of missing him.
That's all I should remember.
Just that feeling.
- Honey! - Where on earth have you been?
You completely ruined your exam.
How could you mess it up on purpose?
You obviously knew the correct answers.
Are you out of your mind?
Can't you just take care of it again?
Will Mr. Oh not accept bribes?
What should we do, then?
- Hwi Young! - You brat.
You're out to get me, aren't you?
You want to spend all the money I've earned...
by working like a dog.
You're itching to spend it all!
- Aren't you? - Honey! Honey, please.
Hit me instead.
- Hit me instead, please. - All right, Park Geum Ja.
I'll teach you a lesson first.
All you do is drink at home.
How could you not pay any attention to your son?
How dare you!
Let go. I said, let go.
Let go!
- You insolent punk. - Yes, I am.
It's obviously because I take after you.
I'm human trash.
Why you little... how dare you!
You see,
I've always loathed you doing things like this since I was little.
I always thought I should never become like you.
But I caught myself becoming like you without even realizing it.
A monster who stomps all over people who are weaker than him...
and only cares about his own selfish gain, no matter what it takes.
Human trash.
I've already turned into that monster, and I can't undo it.
The thing is,
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 punk. 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.
Hwi Young, get out of here.
Run. Hurry.
Hey.
Isn't it her?
Gosh, it is her. Kim Ji Min.
Isn't this that place?
Why are you trying to find Mr. Oh's girlfriend?
Will you do something mean to her?
No.
I have a plan.
By the way, why are we whispering?
Hey.
- Chan Yeol. - Yes?
Can I use your phone?
Sure, here you go.
Hi, Jun Woo. It's me, Soo Bin.
When you arrive at the convenience store,
check where you usually park your bike.
- This one is good. - Okay.
Gosh, I'm so sleepy.
- Soo Bin, get some fresh air. - Soo Bin!
Goodness, she's studying so hard.
Hey there!
Hey, my gosh.
Have you eaten yet?
Oh, I'm all right.
My gosh, my grandma's hot pot is super delicious.
I'll be quick. Thanks, girls.
All right, be safe.
I can't believe Soo Bin is doing this.
That is true love.
What do you know about love?
Let's go.
I told you not to do it!
Don't. Don't you dare!
Stay away from Soo Bin. Don't even call her. I have to go.
Soo Bin.
I was at Chan Yeol's place. We did homework together.
Yes, I heard.
- I'll go wash up. - Okay. Oh, wait.
Why didn't you tell me about meeting your dad?
Soo Bin. I don't know...
what he said to you,
but it's all a lie.
He's just mad at me because we fought.
Don't worry 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 getting late now.
I've been thinking. Shall we go on a trip together?
How about Jeju Island?
- Sure, if you want to. - Okay, great.
Then I'll come up with a plan.
All right.
Go wash up.
What's he doing?
What are you doing here?
Is that funny?
No, I think it's funny...
that I'm hungry in this kind of situation.
Hi, Jun Woo. It's me, Soo Bin.
When you arrive at the convenience store,
check where you usually park your bike.
Jun Woo, you must've been surprised to see me earlier.
Actually, Hwi Young let me use his phone,
so I called you in a hurry.
And I happened to overhear...
your conversation with your dad.
I'm sorry. I know I wasn't supposed to hear it.
You must be feeling bad.
I know how you'd feel...
too well.
It breaks my heart.
When I was feeling sad because of my dad,
you comforted me.
I want to be able to comfort you too.
But I can't be with you.
Writing a letter like this...
is the only thing I can do now,
but I'm here for you.
I'm always rooting for you.
In the morning, during the day,
and even when I'm sleeping at night.
So...
let's try our best to stay strong.
I miss you, and I like you.
A lot.
Soo Bin.
(Jeongho Apartments)
Ji Min, how was your day?
Did you study a lot?
All right.
Take your time and give it some thought.
I'll wait for you.
I'll wait...
until she becomes fine.
Goodnight.
She's still up.
I'll...
try harder...
to become someone you can depend on.
Goodnight.
Are you on a diet?
Da Heen is always on a diet,
and you're her boyfriend.
Hwi Young.
Eat.
You weren't like this before.
Why have you changed so much?
Enjoy.
Bye.
Hi, Oh Je.
Hey.
Why do you look so down?
I heard you and Da Heen made up.
We did.
Can we talk for a minute?
Sure.
I should have told you first.
Sorry.
You don't have to tell me.
It's up to you.
I'm weird, right?
Not really. It's just how you feel.
Maybe.
I'm not sure what I'm really feeling.
It's confusing.
I was trying to figure it out.
Things turned out like this though.
Hwi Young.
Thanks.
- Did you make a phone call? - Yes.
I didn't pick up because I thought it was you.
I got it yesterday.
- Oh Je? Really? - Is this true?
That's so weird.
Hey. Why is it weird?
He just likes another person.
You're even weirder. Just go back to playing games.
Pil Sang.
That's unexpected.
Hwi Young, did you see it?
(Oh Je has a crush on Hwi Young.)
What page is it?
No idea.
I heard it in the nurse's office.
When Oh Je said that, Da Heen...
Seo Jin.
Will you shut up?
That little...
It's okay. Let her be.
She'll stop soon.
Hey, don't let that girl get to you.
Da Heen.
You're okay, right?
Oh Je.
What happened? I thought we were meeting this morning.
You said you'd carry my pots.
Oh, sorry. I had to take care of Oh Dong.
Mom and Dad went to the morning market.
Come with me. There are many things you should carry for me.
We're going to the gardening room.
- Okay. - Okay.
You can go now.
- Oh Je. - Yes?
Stop feeling bad because of me.
You don't have to.
And stop wearing that face.
You look better when you smile. Smile.
Okay.
You should go.
Gosh, what is this feeling though?
I still get flutters.
(Jung Oh Je of Class Three likes Ma Hwi Young,)
(the guy who fabricated his grades!)
Oh. Hey, Jun Woo.
Mr. Oh.
Is something wrong?
Why do you look so serious? You're making me nervous.
Go on and tell me.
I...
visited an academy.
Why?
You know, that ladybug...
A ladybug academy?
What does that place teach?
Drawing.
Drawing?
By drawing, do you mean...
that you've decided on your career path?
Drawing, art,
and art school.
Hooray! Hooray!
So, does that mean you're really going to start preparing?
That's a great idea.
I knew it when I saw you draw that ladybug.
You have talent.
Thank you. But I haven't decided for sure yet...
No. You should hurry up and start before it's too late.
Well, shouldn't you learn thoroughly, from the basics?
Yes. That's why I've been searching around here and there,
but it's quite difficult considering my situation.
I know.
Right, I have an old friend from the army,
and he teaches students preparing for art school. Shall I ask him?
He's not as handsome as me, but still,
I think he's quite famous in the art industry.
I know, preparing for art school is not an easy task.
Still, I will help you.
Will that be okay?
Of course.
Thank you.
I'll put in a word for you, so go visit that academy.
You need to push forward confidently for things like this...
once you've made up your mind.
Jun Woo, let's do this. Okay?
Soo Bin.
Did you not get any sleep last night?
I didn't get any sleep either after reading your letter.
I was so touched.
It was nothing.
I thought about what I could do for you,
and that was the only thing that came to mind.
Shall we do it again when we have something to say next time?
Sometimes when it's too difficult to talk about something.
Okay.
Soo Bin.
I have a goal now.
About what I'll do from now on.
What is it?
I haven't thought of the details yet,
but since I like to draw,
I'll set that as my goal and study for it.
Really?
I'm glad to hear that.
I really like it when you draw too.
I'll sincerely root for you.
It's all thanks to you.
You're the one who made me want to live a better life.
And even have a dream.
You have...
changed so much.
I'm proud of you.
I know.
Oh, right.
What?
I promised your mom that I wouldn't meet you like this.
I should keep that promise.
You can go first.
Okay.
Jun Woo.
You are...
a really good person.
[VIU Ver] jTBC E14 'At Eighteen / Moment At Eighteen' "Happy Birthday to You" -♥ Ruo Xi ♥-
So Ye.
I was worried you might skip lunch again if I didn't come.
What is it you want to say?
I wanted to thank you for saying that to Sang Hoon last time.
Okay. See you.
So Ye.
I'm trying really hard.
To become a person you won't be ashamed of.
So please give me another chance.
Please give me another chance.
What about the exam? Did you do well?
Aren't you going to take this?
I heard the rumor about you.
You're free to like whomever you want,
but don't get me involved in it.
Don't worry, that won't happen.
It's just a personal problem.
Sir, do you know of anyone who teaches...
- students preparing for art school? - Mr. Oh!
Mr. Oh, this is an emergency.
Oh, hi. You can go first.
People from the Office of Education are here.
Darn it.
Gosh, big news.
People from the Office of Education came to get Hwi Young.
I can't believe it.
It's over for Hwi Young now.
This is so scary.
Guys, move over.
Wow.
Hey! What are you guys doing?
Go back to your classrooms. Now!
Sang Hoon, go to your classroom. Now.
Yes, sir. As you wish, sir.
Hwi Young.
Were you aware that your grades were fabricated...
in the second semester last year?
Wait, I can explain.
Back then, Hwi Young didn't know...
(Changes to Answer Sheet)
We want Hwi Young to answer.
I found out recently.
I admit to all the allegations.
I'll cooperate with the investigation.
If it's found true that your grades were fabricated,
yourself, the teacher who was involved in the tampering,
and even your parents will be punished.
Lastly,
you will be given a zero in that subject.
Hey, you must be relieved.
Was it you?
What? Do you think I did it?
Oh, boy.
I should've done it.
But sadly, it wasn't me.
I'm telling you the truth.
What's with you, Jun Woo?
Has the hatred turned into friendship or what?
That serves him right.
He should be punished...
for what he did.
I was just wondering if you did it.
Hello, Dad? It's me, Sang Hoon.
What the...
Cut the nonsense.
Variability means natural resources are subject to change.
The technology standards or...
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?
I really didn't see this coming.
Gosh, this will ruin my 25-year teaching career.
I won't get fired, will I?
What do I do if that happens?
I'll never become a principal.
No, no. That won't happen.
Let's cooperate with the investigation...
and sort things out.
I've done so much for this school.
They won't do that to me.
Mr. Oh, I'd like to consult you on something.
Oh, really?
Sure, anytime. Are you at school now?
I'd like to meet you outside of school.
Sure, sounds good. Where?
(Mr. Oh: Sure, sounds good. Where?)
Hey, Chan Yeol.
I'm here. Are you not here yet?
Mr. Oh, did you meet her?
You little... I'm going to scold you.
Ji Min.
I don't want to see you again. Please leave.
I will leave.
But can we talk for a minute?
Mr. Oh.
You see, I'm really...
not good enough for you.
I'm working part-time jobs because I can't get a full-time job.
And I practically have to support everyone in my family.
You have a stable job,
and you're a good guy, so I want to keep dating you.
But the more I let this go on, the more insecure I'll feel.
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.
Ji Min.
Thanks, Chan Yeol. I met her.
Good luck 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's up?
You're working, obviously.
So I guess it was me.
The informant.
It was me.
I called my dad earlier just in case...
and found out that he reported it.
It's all in the past. Why is he digging it up now?
What about your dad's job?
Haven't you been quiet about it because of your dad's job?
He quit.
He said he can retaliate now because he has nothing to lose.
I wish he had told me.
Why quit his job?
Had he told me back then, I would've...
Gosh, I don't even know anymore.
Whatever, this is actually good.
I'm so relieved.
What? What is it?
You don't feel at ease with it, right?
No.
I'm totally at ease.
Gosh, it's so gratifying.
What do I do now?
You should get going.
Yes.
I should go home.
What?
Hey, Jun Woo.
Ki Tae, what brings you here?
Have you seen Hwi Young by any chance?
This jerk is going on about Hwi Young again.
It's not that.
He was acting weird earlier.
He sent me a text saying sorry, and I haven't heard from him since.
He didn't even go to the academy.
So what?
Well, I was just wondering if he came by.
I'll be off, then.
Get going.
Bye.
Ma Hwi Young...
Let's try to find him.
He's probably gone home after wandering for a little while.
- I mean, it's pouring now. - Gosh, I'm so worried.
His phone is off too. What if something happened to him?
I'm sure he's fine. Don't make such a fuss.
Hey, Oh Je.
Hey, what are you up to?
I'm...
Hwi Young?
I'm sure he'll go home.
Lastly, you will be given a zero in that subject.
That punk. I knew it.
Hwi Young, let's go back.
Let go. Let go of me.
Let go, you punk!
He still hasn't come to his senses.
Now we know he's fine. Let's go back.
Just let a piece of trash like me be smashed to bits.
What?
Are you happy watching me fall?
Is this fun for you?
Get lost, you punk!
You guys go back first.
Ki Tae, let's go!
What are you doing here?
The guys were worried about you.
What do you care?
You're a coward to the end.
Are you trying to be forgiven this way?
I'm not trying to be forgiven.
You're still full of pride.
Then what's torturing you so much?
Is it so humiliating to say sorry to me?
Is it so hard to own up to what you did wrong?
Do you know why I'm just standing by and watching you?
It's because I feel genuinely sorry for you.
You're suffering...
because you know you did wrong.
Stop running away and confront it.
Take responsibility and put things right yourself.
Stop being such a coward.
This is your last chance.
Gosh!
(Jun Woo's real birthday)
Is this your birthday?
Yes.
But it said a different date on the class bulletin board.
My mom registered my birth late.
Let's celebrate your real birthday together this year.
Okay. I can't wait.
(Jun Woo's real birthday)
It's Jun Woo's birthday today.
Hi.
- Did you get home safe yesterday? - Yes.
Guys.
Hey.
I have something to tell you all.
I'll tell Mr. Oh that I'm stepping down as class president today.
I don't think I need to explain why I don't deserve the position.
And I believe Jun Woo will manage the class just as well.
I'm sorry I can't finish the term.
Hey, Class President Ma.
Who says you can quit?
Shouldn't you ask our opinions too?
I don't think that's necessary.
Hwi Young.
Can we talk?
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.
"Little Boy Hwi Young". Let's quit that already.
We should stop pretending we're close.
Why do you say that?
Yes, I was angry at you.
I couldn't understand you.
But we're still friends.
I can't just sit back.
It gets like this in summer.
I'm fine.
Hwi Young.
Thanks for your concern though.
Let him be.
Let him continue to be that stuck-up kid. That's Hwi Young.
Don't worry too much, Soo Bin.
She's right. Focus on protecting your love.
Guys, can you do me a favor?
What is it?
Actually, it's Jun Woo's birthday today.
There's something I want to get him. If I buy it,
can you guys hand it over to him?
You're such a coward.
Can't you even give him a birthday present yourself?
Why don't you just completely give up on him?
Why? Do you want him back?
That won't happen even if you're reborn a hundred times.
It won't take a hundred times.
No, even that's not enough.
Ro Mi is right. It's his birthday after all.
We shouldn't hand him your present.
Look, guys.
Is it time for Chan Yeol's Special Unit 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, ma'am. Please.
- Please. - You're so petty.
How much do you want? We can pay you.
- Hey! - Hey! Gosh.
Sorry.
I can read tarot cards for you.
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 never been in love?
I mean...
If you have, you should understand how Soo Bin 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 should look pretty when you meet your boyfriend.
She's right. We'll make you look so pretty that Jun Woo 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 Ro Mi here yet?
That unreliable girl must have bailed out.
What do you take me for?
Ta-da.
- It's so pretty. - You have good taste.
It's pretty.
When Soo Bin comes in, he'll come out...
Why isn't Oh Je here yet?
- Guys. - You're late.
Give me the candles.
(Art School Preparation Course)
- Hi, Mom. - Jun Woo, I'm sorry.
It's your birthday, and I didn't get to make seaweed soup for you.
It's okay.
It's no big deal.
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.
Okay, Mom. I'll call you in the evening.
Okay, my baby. Work hard.
Happy birthday.
Gosh.
2, 3.
- Happy birthday to you - Happy birthday to you
- Happy birthday dear Jun Woo - Happy birthday dear Jun Woo
- Happy birthday to you - Happy birthday to you
- Here. - How did you guys know?
- Blow them out. - Many happy returns.
- Happy birthday. - Congratulations.
Thank you.
Thank you, guys.
We didn't get any gifts though.
That's fine.
However, there is one gift that all of us prepared together.
All right, then. Come on in!
Jun Woo.
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.
Jun Woo, just stay with her for a bit.
Oh, boy, we should get going.
- Right. - We should leave now.
- I'll leave the cake here. - Let's go.
- See you. - Hold this.
Let's go.
- See you. - Bye.
Bye.
- Let's go. - Hey, watch your step.
Don't worry, I'll be out of here soon.
Where's her bodyguard?
She said she'd be counting the time.
Did she just leave?
I guess she read our minds.
Then shall we go to my dad's restaurant?
It's my treat.
- Sure. - Gosh.
Da Heen, don't you even feel uncomfortable?
What's the big deal? We're just eating tteokbokki, right?
Let's go.
Will those two be all right?
I wanted to give you a birthday gift and cheer you on.
Thank you.
Let's go now. I'll walk you home.
Let's stay for a while longer.
I came all the way here.
Let's go.
After I see you opening this.
You promised your mom not to come here again.
I'll put this inside.
Do you know...
how hard it was for me to come here?
I felt 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.
Isn't it okay for me to be with you today?
I'll take you home.
Fine.
I can go alone.
Soo Bin.
Do you know how much I'm holding back and enduring...
this situation right now?
You know well.
But if you come here,
what does that make me?
It's really hard for me too, but I'm still enduring it.
So...
I'm sorry.
(At Eighteen / Moment At Eighteen)
Thank you for today. It was the best birthday of my life.
- Really? - Mr. Oh sent me here.
Are you Choi Jun Woo?
You're really talented, just like Han Kyeol said.
It's not too late to split them up.
Can't Jun Woo transfer to another school?
Please, I beg of you.
Soo Bin, I'm having a really tough day.
I know it's tough for you now,
but if time passes, don't you think things will become better?
Ji Min, whether you meet me or not...
is up to you to decide.
Why didn't you tell me all this time?
Jun Woo.
Since I knew you'd be hurt. How could I tell you?
Leaving you like this until you got to this state.
That's the most painful, and what I regret the most.
What in the world is this emotion?
I hated him so much,
and I still can't forgive him.
Hwi Young.