(Episode 31)
You did it!
Hey, Ho Jin.
I'm in front of the Noyu building. Come out for a second.
You're here? But I'm busy at the moment.
I have something to tell you.
- What is it about? - You'll find out.
Ho Jin.
Why did you do that?
What? What are you talking about?
You stole the technology,
didn't you?
What are you talking about?
The man who attacked me confessed.
We have the private detective's phone,
and we have the call logs between you two.
So...
don't play dumb. I simply won't buy it.
I know why you did it.
Because you stole the fabric technology,
I'm sure you wanted to stop me at all costs.
- I'm not following at all. - How could you do such a thing?
You were part of our family.
How could you, of all people, do this to us?
No. What do you mean I stole the technology? That's absurd.
I really didn't do it.
Then...
Why did you do that to me?
- I said, I never did such a thing. - Enough!
You being like this...
- will only hurt me more. - I told you I really didn't do it.
Will you tell the truth...
if I interrogate you in front of him?
Tell me.
Tell me the truth!
Forget it.
The truth will come out once the investigation begins.
I'll be transferring the case to the local police station.
I'll confess.
Yes.
I'll confess everything.
To tell you the truth,
Tak Se Hoon and I...
did something together when we both worked for the French company.
We sold defective clothes instead of discarding them...
and made money off them.
I was struggling financially back then.
- What? - It's true.
I was afraid the truth would come out...
if you caught Tak Se Hoon.
Then I'd get kicked out of Noyu,
and my career as a fashion designer would be over as well.
I went through so much to come this far.
That's why you did it?
Yes. I just told him to stop you.
I never told him to hurt you.
It's true. Please believe me.
I was so afraid of you and your family finding out about it.
I was scared that you might be disappointed in me.
Cut it out!
I'm telling you the truth, Ho Jin. Forgive me just this one time.
Ho Jin, Please, Ho Jin.
Ho Jin. Wait, Ho Jin!
Ho Jin.
Ms. Hwang.
Mr. Han.
Is something wrong?
Did you cry?
No, why would I? Please excuse me.
Who is that guy?
(Yeon Su)
When it comes to cooling fabrics,
the most important thing is the cooling, fresh sensation.
The antimicrobial and anti-odor effects must be a given.
Correct.
But satisfying that alone is not a simple matter.
The analysis states that our fabric's antimicrobial effect...
needs improvement.
Then our priority should be finding something...
that can boost the antimicrobial effect.
I've been supplying Mr. Kim with everything he needs.
That's great, Soo Ho.
I'll go see Mr. Kim as soon as our meeting is over.
- Sure. I'll meet you there later. - Okay.
As for the cooling effect, we're almost there.
But the antimicrobial and antiseptic effects aren't good enough.
Ms. Ko, research more antimicrobial materials we can use.
Ms. Hwang, go to the thread factory...
and see if there's a way we can maximize the cooling effect.
Got it.
Ms. Hwang?
Yes?
What did you just say?
I'm sorry.
- Are you feeling sick? - No, I'm fine.
He said you should go to the thread factory.
Sure, no problem.
That's it for the meeting.
Ho Jin, don't hang up.
Let's please meet. Hear me out, please.
I beg you.
- I think this one is better. - This one?
Here, add it to the list.
Where are you going in such a rush?
- Well... - Why do you look so pale?
Are you feeling sick?
Yes, I don't feel well. I should go see a doctor.
- All right, go. - I'll see you in a bit.
That's not good. The competition is just around the corner.
So Won, you're okay, right?
Yes. I'm strong, you know.
Thanks for meeting me.
I'm ashamed and don't want to give excuses.
But I thought it'd torture me not to have the chance to explain.
Yes, I know how flabbergasted and angry you must be.
But hear me out, please.
Go ahead and explain.
You won't be able to make me understand why you did such a thing,
but I'll let you make your last argument.
You see,
I struggled a lot while studying abroad.
Back then, I had to survive no matter what.
I come from nothing, and I don't even have fancy qualifications.
How do you think I managed to come this far?
I had to do whatever I could to hold out and survive.
Try to understand me. Please?
I never intended to hurt you. Please believe me.
When I heard that you fainted,
I regretted it so much.
That's not good enough for your last argument.
I've done some thinking.
About the position you're in, your situation, and your dreams.
But the conclusion is...
that none of these excuses you're listing makes sense.
- Ho Jin. - But...
I'll give you the benefit of the doubt and believe you.
Really?
Only because you were part of my family once...
and someone I loved.
Thank you. Thanks so much, Ho Jin.
I'm off.
Shall we go have lunch together somewhere?
No, I don't want to.
I managed to get over this hurdle,
but the truth will come out if Tak Se Hoon gets arrested.
Yes.
Please keep an eye on Tak Se Hoon.
I've tried all sorts of things to improve the antimicrobial effect,
but it's not working.
Have you tested it with shiso leaves?
I tested everything that's here.
It's missing oak leaves.
- Oak leaves? - Yes.
All right, let's try that too.
Soo Ho is meeting with Mr. Cheon now,
- so tell him to bring that as well. - Sure.
How about Sichuan pepper leaves?
I heard they also have excellent antiseptic properties.
Oh, really?
Then let's try that too.
Oh, dear.
Gosh, I'm exhausted.
- Oh, boy. - Mr. Kim, you must be tired.
I'll treat you to a nice lunch.
What would you like to eat? Tell me.
I don't have much of an appetite these days.
Would eating shark fin help me get my energy back?
Buddha Jumps Over the Wall would be good too.
- Were you at the lab? - Yes.
Is everything coming along smoothly for the competition?
We need a textile expert,
but it's not easy to find a good one.
Mr. Park.
Have you tried contacting the yarn developer I mentioned?
Yes, ma'am. The meeting has been booked.
This person is a renowned expert.
A meeting will definitely be helpful.
Okay.
My dear son.
I'll give you all the support you need,
so show them what you can do.
Show everyone that Jae Hyuk is no match for you.
Let's meet the yarn developer. The meeting has been booked.
Sure. How did it go at the lab?
I'm not satisfied with the results.
By the way, I heard you went to see a doctor earlier.
- Are you all right? - Sorry?
Yes, I'm fine.
Maybe you're overworked.
No, I'm okay.
Did something happen with that guy yesterday?
You two seemed quite tense.
What? Gosh, no. Not at all.
Who is he, by the way?
Your boyfriend?
No, what are you talking about? He's just a friend of mine.
It wasn't anything serious, so don't worry.
Oak leaves didn't work either.
We failed once again.
Mr. Kim said he'd get Sichuan pepper leaves and test them,
so let's wait and see.
I really hope it works.
Gosh, too bad you lost the files on the fabric technology.
They would have all the information.
I know.
There's only a small part of it left, which is such a shame.
- Pick what you want to eat. - Okay.
This place is way too expensive. Let's go somewhere else.
I'm keeping the promise I made five years ago.
I said I'd take you out for food if we met again.
It's super late, so just think that there's been interest added.
Live a happy life with your beautiful wife and baby.
And I hope you get your parents' permission too.
Thank you.
I'll buy you a meal if we meet again.
Sounds good. Keep your promise.
Okay, then let's just eat here.
Pick something.
It looks so good.
This is so delicious.
It melts in your mouth.
Didn't you want to leave just a few minutes ago?
I'm so happy right now.
This makes you that happy?
Yes, of course. It's always the little things that make you happy.
I'm happy when I hear my mom chopping veggies in the morning.
Even just seeing clean laundry drying under the sun makes me happy.
- Hold on a second. - What?
You have something here.
It's gone now.
Thank you.
Excuse me for a second. I have to take this.
Sure.
Hello?
I found the hospital where Ji Soo Na works,
but I've been told that she quit 10 days ago.
10 days ago?
Keep investigating her whereabouts and the people around her.
Look who's here.
I didn't expect to see a part-timer at a place like this.
Do you know how much the food here costs?
I'm pretty sure a meal here...
costs as much as what your mother makes a day.
Not knowing your place will always get you in trouble.
Do you think this place suits you?
What are you doing?
You're the vice president of the company.
What are you doing here with a part-timer?
You need to think about the company's public image.
We're on the same team for the competition.
And this is none of your business.
- Let's go. - Sorry?
Sir, wait.
Hold on. Gosh, wait!
We can't leave like this.
Then must we stand there and keep listening to that?
She's not wrong.
You are the VP of the company, and I am a mere part-timer.
And a fine dining restaurant like this doesn't suit me.
- So Won. - Let's go.
Don't take what she said to heart. Just ignore her, okay?
I can't really do that. I used to be able to,
but now...
When I'm with you,
I keep thinking that I'm not good enough.
I keep feeling miserable.
Why do you think that?
Don't be a loser.
That's right.
I am a loser.
"It's okay to be poor."
"I'm rich in the heart even though I'm poor."
I've been telling myself that to toughen up mentally.
But even that doesn't really work anymore...
because of someone.
Se Hoon, you understand what I'm saying, right?
Even if you get arrested, I had nothing to do with the technology.
Don't forget that.
So Won.
I'm sorry.
No, don't say that.
You did nothing to apologize for.
But I think you're mad at me.
No, I'm mad at myself.
I think I'm such a loser.
I have an inferiority complex, and I'm so insecure about myself.
I feel bad I took it out on you.
I'm sorry.
Let's go in.
- Ha Eun. - What are you doing?
Mom, how do I look? I look cool, don't I?
Mr. Get Out, how do I look?
- You look great. - But that dress...
Gosh, she's at it again.
What are you doing? You went through my entire closet.
Take it off. Come on.
- Goodness. - My goodness.
- It's cold. Go back inside. - Go inside.
- I'll try on another dress. - Oh, dear.
Mom, isn't this that dress?
The one Dad made for you when you two got married.
That's right.
I haven't seen this in years.
It's pretty amazing though.
How come the fabric isn't damaged at all?
I don't even smell any mildew.
That's amazing.
I'd believe it if you told me this was made recently.
From the design to the condition of the fabric.
That's right.
My father was an incredibly talented man.
Right.
He died so young because his talents were needed in the afterlife.
Did you guys have dinner?
- Yes. - Yes.
Then go wash up and get some rest. Go on in.
- You keep it in that box? - Yes.
Hold on.
It smells nice.
Yes, I heard it's made of agarwood.
Agarwood?
I saw Jae Hyuk when I was out for dinner...
with Chairman Min's wife.
He was with that part-timer.
Just the two of them at that high-end restaurant.
I was so embarrassed for him.
If he was seen by anyone...
who knows that he's your son, everyone would gossip about it.
What's there to gossip about them having dinner together?
Gosh.
I wouldn't even bring it up if they were just having dinner together.
He was so sweet to her.
He even wiped food off her mouth and touched her face.
Stop spewing total nonsense.
Do you think I'm making this up?
I heard they're even on the same team.
They're teammates, so they can have dinner together.
Even in the past, he moved in with that weird girl...
and shocked all of us.
Why is he getting involved with another girl like that?
Watch what you say.
I'm just worried about people speaking ill of him.
Jae Hyuk should meet a nice girl and get married.
What if he gets involved with her and gets his heart broken again?
You don't even understand where I'm coming from.
What's wrong?
Nothing.
Jae Hyuk and Choi So Won?
Why aren't you surprised?
Did you know about them spending time together?
Yes. It doesn't matter though, does it?
They must've made it so obvious for you to notice it.
Him doing this will only work to your advantage.
What do you mean?
He's on the same team as Choi So Won,
which means he'll obviously lose in the competition.
And if word spreads about him hanging out with a girl like that,
he won't be able to marry a decent woman.
You need to watch your conduct too.
Don't spend time with girls like Hwang Yeon Su, okay?
Okay, I heard you. I'm going to sleep, so please leave.
Don't forget what I just told you.
Choi Ho Jin.
Are you really going to believe me?
Why do I keep getting a bad feeling though?
Hello, Mr. Han.
How are you feeling? Better?
Sorry?
- Yes. - You're really okay, right?
I'm totally fine now.
Good. Then I hope you get a restful night's sleep.
Thank you. You too. Good night.
Han Min Hyuk is worried about me?
Yes, I went through so much to come this far.
I need to keep going for just a little longer.
I will never give up.
I'll win in this competition no matter what.
Yes, I don't have time to think about anything else right now.
I must focus on the competition.
I'll restore the technology and win no matter what.
I heard from Mr. Kim.
He said neither oak leaves nor Sichuan pepper worked.
Even they didn't work?
Then what could it be?
We need something that can boost the antimicrobial effect,
but I have no idea what can do the job.
I've done some research as well, but nothing is effective enough.
How about the bamboo method?
- "Bamboo method"? - Yes.
When bamboo is processed without any chemicals,
it can boost antimicrobial effects.
Then let's try that this time.
Okay.
- Welcome. - Hello.
- I guess you went hiking. - Yes.
- Which mountain? - Mount Gwanak.
My gosh, it's so cold today. You must love hiking.
Yes, I love it. It's hard though.
And the cold weather makes my muscles feel stiff.
I heard I can try these beds for free here.
Yes, sure thing. I'm so glad you came.
Just lie down on the bed, and all your fatigue will melt away.
Let me take your backpack. Go ahead and lie down.
All right.
It's warm, and it gives you an acupressure massage,
so it's really amazing.
Just relax.
(Vice President Han Jae Hyuk)
Let's eat together.
I can't really step out, so let's just order something good.
Who's in your office now?
So you're the only one there?
Here comes the food.
Sir.
Let's eat together. We all work to eat, you know.
Gosh, I told you to just eat by yourself.
Sit down.
What?
The person in charge had to go on a work trip?
Okay.
They should've given me a heads-up.
- It's good. - Okay.
- Here, try it. - It's okay.
Come on. Try it.
Well, I'll eat it myself.
Gosh, just eat it.
Goodness.
How is it?
It's good.
This one is good too.
What's going on between them?
Go in. It's cold. Go on in.
Gosh, it's freezing.
Ha Eun, I'm sorry that I don't have much time...
to play with you now that I work part-time.
Everyone's working hard to earn money,
so I should understand.
Who do you take after? You speak so eloquently.
You sound more mature than your mom.
What do you think?
I obviously take after my parents.
My gosh, you smart cookie.
What do you want for dinner?
You must be tired, Grandma.
You already made some dumplings, so let's just eat that.
Shall we?
I feel too lazy to cook today.
It's a chilly day,
so let's have some dumpling soup.
- Okay! - Go get changed.
You're really something.
What were you and the VP doing in the office?
Nothing. We just had lunch together.
So the VP...
came all the way to the design team's office...
just to have lunch with a part-timer?
What are you trying to say?
Do I have to say it myself?
Reflect on yourself, and hopefully you'll realize how pathetic you are.
Do you think...
he's on the same level as you just because you live together?
I know that he's not, so stop it.
You'd better watch your conduct.
Many eyes are watching.
I'm freezing.
It feels as cold as Siberia in here.
What's with you two?
Did you two fight?
Then have a proper showdown.
No, it's not that.
Why would we fight?
Why do you look so serious?
So Won.
Can you bring the first sample of the windbreaker?
Sure.
Where is it?
Gosh, it smells funky.
It's covered in mildew. Goodness.
What is this?
My mom's years-old dress doesn't have any mildew,
and it even smells nice.
Right.
Where is it?
Yes, this is it.
Agarwood was the solution.
(Bad Love)
What do you think the problem is?
Find out where Team One is at.
I can't. They're keeping everything strictly confidential.
If Min Hyuk loses in the competition,
I won't forgive you.
What? How dare you come here?
- Who was that? - My ex-wife.
- Hey, Jang Hwa Ran! - Let go.
- Gosh. - How dare you play dumb?
It has nothing to do with me.
Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity to work with you.
You worked so hard, So Won. It'll go well.
I warned you to watch your conduct.
Mind your own business.
Do you even know who he is?
What?