Don't look back.
Forget me completely and don't remember anything.
Do you want me to hate you?
I can do that for you.
Do you want me to be nothing more than your boss?
I can do that for you.
Do you want me to watch you from the shadows?
I can do that as well. I can do anything you want!
Why do you refuse to understand?
Please stop doing this!
Ga-eun.
Starting tomorrow, you're my boss and nothing more.
You mean that?
I do.
This place looks like it's been around for a while.
Have you been here before?
No, this is my first time here.
I'd pass by and think that I'd like to stop by sometime.
You did?
I thought maybe this place held a special memory for you.
Don't open up too easily, not even the small details.
Show him one thing at a time, like peeling an onion.
Don't ever show him your everything.
There's no special memory,
but I remember looking in and envying the people who looked so happy.
You must've looked in when you were in a bad mood.
How do you feel now?
Are you as happy as those people looked then?
I'm not sure.
This is no good. You don't seem very happy.
I imagine those people were so happy because of the people they were with.
In the least, I'm not lonely right now.
That in itself is a huge comfort to me.
It's all thanks to you.
I didn't do anything. I didn't expect your thanks.
You're like a longtime friend to whom I can say anything.
Am I being out of line?
Of course not.
If you ever envy other happy people and feel lonely, give me a call.
Then can I call you anytime that I want to see you?
Of course you can.
You even modeled for my painting. It's the least I can do.
Even better if I can lift your spirits as a friend.
It feels good to hear you say that. Like I just gained a guardian angel.
Then am I your guardian angel?
I'm experiencing a lot of new things thanks to you.
I haven't felt like this in forever.
I'm sitting here in this pleasant place thanks to you.
My goodness, did you drink, sir?
You reek of alcohol. What did you drink?
This isn't the usual smell.
It's been a while since I drank rice wine. I imagine I must smell pretty good.
When you drink, it's all about the atmosphere.
You seem to be in a really good mood today.
Who managed to put you in such a good mood?
You're even making jokes.
Youdon't need to know.
Geez, Chairman...
Father, you're home.
Hey there.
Isn't Jae-bum home yet?
I imagine he's somewhere drinking on his own.
He's been binge drinking these days. He shouldn't drink anymore.
Things at work are so troubling, he has no peace of mind.
It's not just about work.
Excuse me?
I don't think things are working out with his lady friend.
Give him a warm word of encouragement when you can.
He must feel terrible, like he's being kicked while he's down.
LETTER OF RESIGNATION
What shall I show you next?
Here, look at my hand. Nothing, right?
Ga-eun, sit down for a sec.
Is it true that you quit your job?
I did.
Goodness. What'll we do now?
Don't worry, Mom.
I can make clothes at home and sell them.
I'll make sure the three of us don't go hungry.
I'll make sure you don't have to worry.
This isn't about me worrying.
You worked late nights and everything, but your clothes won't even be sold.
It just pains me, you know?
Mom, you overheard my conversation earlier.
Sis's letter of resignation hasn't been processed yet.
I had a little talk with Maeng Seo-jin.
It hasn't been processed?
Not yet.
Why do you have to quit anyway?
The one who leaked your designs was definitely Kim Mi-ran.
Why should you quit?
I'm gonna kill Kim Mi-ran!
Young-eun, that kind of reaction won't solve anything.
I have my own plan, so don't get involved, okay?
How can I do nothing?
You're running around, trying to solve everything.
Sis, should I get a part-time job at a convenience store?
Don't be ridiculous. You have to get a job at a real company.
Everywhere I submit my resume, I don't get a call back.
When did my life hit rock bottom?
Young-eun.
Days like these make me think of Dad more.
Mom, I miss Dad so much.
I do, too, Young-eun.
He should at least show up in my dreams but he won't even do that.
He's so indifferent.
Honey, Ga-eun resigned from her job. Did you know?
Ga-eun quit her job? What's going on?
I guess she couldn't keep up the shameless act anymore.
I guess.
Why do you look so upset? Aren't you happy?
You weren't comfortable with seeing her at work either.
Her leaving doesn't solve anything. How can I be happy?
Don't lighten up so easily. Keep on your toes and work hard.
How could you say that? You know how hard I work.
I feel like a rotten tooth finally fell out. Can't you just play along?
This is a crucial time.
This season's designs have to outsell your last work.
That's the only way to regain the trust we lost with Chairman Maeng.
Don't worry. Nothing'll stop me now that Ga-eun's gone.
Trust me, I'll make sure that Chairman Maeng trusts us again.
Manager Maeng, what's going on with Ga-eun's resignation?
Well, it hasn't been processed yet so I'm not sure what'll happen.
What do you mean you're not sure? Of course it should be processed.
Someone has to take responsibility. Especially after all the losses incurred.
Are your samples out?
Just get the factories ready for production.
Why hasn't Ga-eun's letter of resignation -
How are preparations at the factory going?
What are you doing when your sister quit her job?
Why are you making kimbap, huh?
Mom, don't worry. Tomorrow is a brand new day.
Man, this is hard.
Because you're doing it wrong.
You gotta pack everything nicely for it to roll well.
Why's it so hard? Eating it is so easy.
Now do you get it?
Watching someone else do it is easy, but not when you do it yourself.
Whatever. I can't do this anymore.
Mom, can you do it for me?
Geez.
You never see anything through to the end.
Why are you making this fuss over kimbap?
Some brat is trying to seduce my prey with kimbap.
I can't let that happen.
What do you mean by prey and brat?
Manager Maeng, please think of my effort and enjoy the food.
From, Jung-hee.
She makes me uncomfortable.
Why are you so persistent?
Did you see me wear this? Did you see it with your own eyes?
- Please let go of me. - Ma'am, please don't do this.
Let go, let go! I said let go!
That's enough. Ma'am...!
What is it? Stop this at once.
Who are you?
You believed my husband's empty compliment that you're pretty?
How dare you flirt with him!
Please let go and talk quietly.
I want a refund! I refuse to buy clothes here.
I'm so insulted I don't want your clothes!
Ma'am, please!
If you continue interrupting our business, we'll call the police.
Manager Maeng, she wants a refund when she smeared her make-up on it.
So she made a ridiculous accusation against Park Jung-hee.
Stop crying and calm down. Please.
Manager Maeng, I'm quite touched by your concern.
You meet all kinds of people working at the store.
I've never been treated like this my entire life.
All I did was be polite to the customers.
Did you come here to thank me? Give me the empty container.
- I'll pack you lunch tomorrow, too. - Well, that's not exactly it...
Huh? You didn't eat it yet.
You want to eat with me?
Why not? I'm hungry after all that crying.
There she is seducing him again.
Argh.
Maeng Seo-jin!
Young-eun.
- Come over here. Let's eat. - What?
Look here, you brat. Manager Maeng is gonna eat with me.
You're too late. Let's go, Manager Maeng.
'Brat'? Look here, idiot!
He already said he'd eat with me today.
Don't just stand there. Let's go.
I already ate.
- Seo-jin! - Manager Maeng!
Just wondering when you were coming to the art studio?
I'll match your schedule.
I can't ask you to model for me when it's most convenient for me.
I'll be utterly grateful if you make time for me.
Are you free right now?
Am I supposed to be a fashion model and not an art model?
I have to choose an important present but I needed to see the clothes worn.
I think I'd have a better idea if you modeled some for me.
Please help me out.
All I have to do is wear them?
That's right.
Sir, how about the other clothes?
I hope I was of some help.
I'm not exactly sure if you helped me or not.
Excuse me?
You wore everything so well, I'm afraid the future owner will pale in comparison.
You did a favor for me. Now it's my turn to return the debt.
That's fair, isn't it?
I'm satisfied that you distract me from my worries.
That won't do. Just tell me.
If I can help in any way, I'll be glad to lend a hand.
Didn't you have a problem at work?
No, it's really fine, sir.
This is hurting my feelings just a bit.
I wish you'd confide in me any problems you might have.
I'll do that if I ever really need your help.
If that happens, I'll probably ask for your help first.
Will you refuse a ride home yet again?
Yes, sir. I'll go on my own.
I'm afraid you find it hard to be my friend.
You feel burdened by even accepting a ride from me.
Let's take it slow, sir.
Alright then. Take care.
Flies could throw a party in your mouth and you wouldn't notice.
When are you getting up?
Oh my! I dozed off.
My body aches from all the manual labor, ma'am.
All you did were the dishes. Seriously.
Only the dishes? I also made breakfast.
And lunch. And the housework.
Oh, my back aches.
And soon it's time for dinner.
I wish we could just skip a meal.
I was, as the young'uns say, testing the waters.
Starting now, I'll show you exactly how to work your body.
How more can I work my body? Let's skip that lesson.
No can do. There are no free meals here.
It's more tiring to work in small bouts.
It's better to roll up the sleeves and really get into it.
Don't machine wash the blankets, but really use your feet.
You hear?
Why are there so many blankets to wash?
Goodness.
Who uses this kind of blanket these days?
Think it matches this palatial house?
I've never seen such a mismatch, I swear.
Oh my GOD, ma'am.
Stop yammering away and get started on a-washing.
We're going to the market after you wash the blankets.
I can't believe this.
The resumes and portfolios for prospective designers.
They're decent but a little too safe and conservative.
If we had more time, I'd hold an open contest like Dream.
Like the contest that Yoo Ga-eun won?
Precisely.
I plan to place more emphasis on a unique, creative style than experience.
Sort through the resumes again without any limits on education or experience.
Yes, sir.
Why did you want to see me?
I heard you turned in your resignation.
I did. It ended up that way.
You shouldn't have been held responsible.
Are you having a hard time?
I'm okay. I'll find a new job.
I've been thinking about that.
Would you consider working for me?
At Star Fashion?
Yeah.
I'm developing a new clothing line to dip my feet into fast fashion.
We're done with the market research and things are going along well,
but we need a designer with a creative point-of-view.
Which would be me?
Your skill has already been proven through Dream Star.
And the timing seems perfect to recruit you.
'You actually want ME to work for YOU, Park Jung-woo?'
Does Mi-ran know that you want to recruit me?
Not yet, but...
Jung-woo, I'm grateful that you acknowledge my talent like this.
But I'll be of no help.
I'm not that competent and I'll be a stumbling block to the project.
You're not incompetent.
You beat away all your competitors to get that job.
You're more than capable.
But your company people might not think of me so kindly.
And I'm afraid Mi-ran will misunderstand again.
It exhausts me to have these run-ins with her.
You know what she's like.
Don't worry about that. This is just business.
I'll make sure she understands that emotions play no part in business.
I won't allow her to affect my work with her personal business.
Alright.
I'm sure it wasn't easy to ask me, so I'll think it over carefully.
Give me some time.
Okay, but don't take too much time.
Let's start production with these samples.
We'll end this meeting here.
Excuse me, Director, but I believe there's another issue to discuss.
- Which is? - The replacement for Yoo Ga-eun.
I'm hoping you'll give me the responsibility of selecting the designer.
Ga-eun turned in her resignation but it hasn't been processed yet.
Let's take it slow and sit on this issue for a bit.
Back to work then if we're done here.
But you didn't pay.
That's why it's a generous can of coffee.
All you have to do is hit it right here...
And it's completely free.
What are you doing?
I'm packing up Ga-eun's things for her.
Excuse me?
Isn't this the least I can do as a colleague?
But her resignation hasn't gone through yet.
I'm done for the day.
Think about it carefully. It's not a bad offer for you.
You need a way to support your mother and sister now that you've quit.
Let me help you out.
Alright, I'll think about it.
Okay.
And I'll talk to Mi-ran and make sure you get to meet with Na-ri.
Thank you for your concern, Jung-woo.
Cheer up. And don't worry too much.
Take care.
Drive carefully.
You don't even work anymore. Where have you been? You should rest.
- What the hell are you doing? - You left these behind.
Why are you forcing me to come by like this?
Why are you here making a scene?
A scene?
Mother, stay out of it if you know nothing. Do you know who Ga-eun just met?
She's been meeting with my husband.
What?
Ga-eun, why did you meet with my husband?
And you clearly came into our bedroom. Isn't that inappropriate?
So that's where I dropped it. I looked everywhere for it.
What the hell...?
What did you do in my bedroom?
How dare you push my daughter!
Mom, go inside.
You want to know what I did in your bedroom?
What?
Remember what you did in the study when I went to tuck Na-ri in?
Don't tell me you...
I told you, you've taught me well.
And unfortunately for you, I decided to do exactly as I learned.
Yoo Ga-eun!
What's your problem! How dare you start a fight here!
Stop attacking me and keep a leash on Ga-eun.
Secret meetings with an ex-husband is the same as an affair.
An affair? Like you have the right to accuse her of that.
I won't let you get away with this!
If you don't believe me, ask Ga-eun.
Ask her about renting the room next door during my honeymoon.
Ask her who she just met up with!
What? What did you say?
Shut your mouth!
I'm warning you.
If you meet Jung-woo in secret again, I won't let it slide.
I'll have you arrested for adultery.
Go tell your husband to stop calling me all the time.
Tighten the leash on your husband!
Isn't Uncle eating?
Says he already ate. He's in his study.
He is?
I have big news, young sirs.
What big news?
I believe our chairman has fallen in love.
You serious?
But he's always meeting with different women.
I think this one's different.
Who is she?
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