-Did you just get home? -Hey!
What?
You should have texted me that you were here.
I'm sorry, I forgot.
Oh, my...
I thought...
I told you not to touch this.
I didn't touch it. Why would I?
Anyway, did you really just get here?
Yes, why?
It felt like
someone was here earlier,
so I thought it was you.
JUNE 4, 1976
He's really incredible.
Just based on a legend in the suburbs, he dug up a grave
and discovered the skeletal remains of the infected.
And then he took a sample and incubated the virus.
We finally found what we had been searching for.
The inventor of VBT-01.
But there is no solution in there,
only repentance and remorse.
If he were still alive, he would have created a cure.
Right.
Dr. Jung is keeping
these documents safe, right?
MAY 3, 1976
These were filtered by the firewall.
They are on the lab system every day,
and there are records of them being printed.
Fourty years ago,
I volunteered in the remote areas of Kochenia.
There was a sick, old man who was dying.
He coughed up blood, and some went into my mouth.
It was a small amount, but it was lethal.
He's really incredible.
Just based on a legend in the suburbs, he dug up a grave
and discovered the skeletal remains of the infected.
And then he took a sample and incubated the virus.
I envy you.
Director Lee always praises you.
Lower your voice.
There's nobody here,
and no one wouldn't understand anyway.
Anyhow, every time I see you,
I envy you for every way.
Could we talk for a minute?
Don't talk to me in the hospital.
Just like the way you used to be.
Don't run your mouth about envying me, got it?
If you get on my nerves again,
I don't know what I'll do to you.
The entire hospital has been busy
so we didn't get to discuss our research.
There are too many eyes in the hospital.
Let's do it somewhere else.
How about my place?
Sure, that's fine.
Who is on our team?
You, me, Dr. Choi Su-eun,
Hyeon-u whom you met the other day,
and Dr. Yu Rita as an observer. These are the members.
Fine. Let's get started tonight.
Yes?
Am I interrupting?
No, it's fine.
May we help you?
I was just passing by.
And I saw the two of you, and I just popped in.
Do you have something to talk to the people
who always cause trouble?
I love to talk to those who give me a feeling of tension,
rather than those who bore me.
That way, both parties get pressured and make progress.
I am not sure.
I'm not a fan of having an intense life.
Didn't your father lead a tough life?
Dr. Jung Han-su was a world-renowned scholar in infectious diseases
and was nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.
It is a true honor to meet his son in person.
How did you find out?
Just by chance.
There are no secrets in this world.
Anyway, I feel like the three of us have grown closer.
I hope we can remain on good terms.
I wonder how he found out about my father.
From now on,
don't save research documents on your desktop.
If I was able to access them, I'm sure others could as well.
We're not just being monitored, we're being inspected.
Do you think he saw what I'm researching?
Did you come to see me?
You're not even ashamed after peeking at someone's documents.
The security team filtered those documents according to the protocol.
And those documents were brought to me for review.
Whether you peeked or they were brought to you,
you saw everything.
So, you must know that Dr. Jung Han-su went to Kochenia,
obtained a sample and incubated the virus.
Yes, I do.
The research and the trail were so like him.
It didn't say what happened afterward. I'm very curious about that.
Do you know anything
about Dr. Jung's research?
No.
Not at all.
Dr. Jung conducted research,
but I was accidentally infected.
It is different from the beginning.
And we never had a chance to exchange our findings.
You don't know Dr. Jung personally?
I saw him from afar, but we never personally met.
I see. I got it.
Ask me anything else you want to know.
I keep no secrets from you.
It is worthwhile to share secrets only if they are true.
I'm not referring to you, of course.
Sure.
Does that hurt?
Okay. Then,
how about here?
Good. And here?
What are you doing?
It's okay. I must have pressed too hard.
Excuse me.
I'm sorry.
How did I...
I'm sorry, Doctor. I'm sorry.
I don't know what to say.
I'm sorry, and
thank you.
No, I should have succeeded to be a help.
Don't say that, Dr. Min.
You're making me feel worse.
So, what was your punishment?
They docked my pay.
Chief said he would just dock my pay.
I see. That's a relief.
I'll try my best to minimize the deduction.
Thank you.
I know I can't do much, but I'll support you as much as I can.
Tell me if you need anything.
And I'll ask you for help
once in a while too.
Thank you.
BIBLE
Oh, right.
I got it.
You don't have to nag me.
Sister.
Hi, Su-yeon.
How are you feeling?
I'm good.
Is your dad better?
-Yes. -But...
What brings you here, my darling?
It's a thank-you note.
Thank you so much for praying for my dad.
How thoughtful of you.
It's embarrassing.
Read it after I leave.
Okay, I will.
What's wrong?
It's because
of your brothers and sisters.
My brothers and sisters?
Yes, the kids I take care of.
You have both of your parents,
so you must get lots of love.
But those kids
need me.
They don't have anyone else.
They need me.
You need the infected blood?
Yes.
I've been only getting the infected blood that was once processed.
So there is a limit to running a matching test.
I think it would minimize the errors
if I could use the infected blood that wasn't processed.
You know
how dangerous it could be, right?
Yes, I do.
You can't...
You can't use it for anything else.
Of course not.
How can I overturn this?
Overturn what?
The patients are being given some strange drug
and they are showing strange symptoms.
People are dying.
So why is our hospital so quiet in this situation?
Even if everyone was on board, it would be hard to accomplish anything.
It's so frustrating.
It's like everyone is blind.
They don't see how ridiculous this is.
The research team is meeting tonight at my place.
-What is my role? -An observer.
An observer?
You mean I'm the odd one out.
You'll get annoyed working on someone else's research.
I guess I can make time for this one.
Email me whatever documents you have.
Would you even understand any of it?
In the past, I got upset when you insulted me,
but I think I got used to it.
Being insulted and ignored
gets me excited now.
I'm too generous, aren't I?
I came here to make a sincere request.
Please step down from all hospital administration duties
and focus on public relations and marketing.
Pardon?
If you are relieved of the burden, you will have some spare time to relax.
I'll continue my duty.
Plus, I believe you have no authority to interfere.
Even if the chairman ordered it, I would not take it.
Why did you do this again?
You're forcing me to be cruel.
Come in!
I'm... I'm sorry.
I'm terribly sorry, ma'am.
I heard you two have been close for long.
Thanks to you, an innocent resident almost took the fall for you.
Whatever I did,
I won't step down from the hospital administration.
Isn't it
your third strike?
Bribing a member of New Drug Development Team,
attempts to get blood without permission,
and the report to the media regarding New Drug Development Team.
I can excuse you for one,
but I don't think the chairman will.
Oh, wow. Welcome.
I welcome you with open arms.
Hi Luuvy.
Nice to see you again, Dr. Yu Rita.
What is this?
It's just a toy in my house.
I love you, Master.
-Hey. -I welcome you with open arms.
Oh, wow. You're 168cm tall.
Vital statistics of 36-24-34.
With 34% abdominal fat.
Are you talking about me?
Of course. Who else is standing before me?
What is this?
Su-eun.
Oh, hi there.
I was wondering when I could see you again.
I was really looking forward to it.
Me too,
but not a lot, just a little.
Both are displaying accelerated heart rate.
Conclusion.
Fling detected.
Oh, my.
Oh, my gosh.
First, we need to find out the name
of the virus my father created.
As you know, the documents were badly damaged.
-Isn't it called V something? -VBT-01.
Number one here stands for
Vampire Virus Basic Type 1.
It's a virus, but it isn't contagious in the air or by touch.
The blood must enter for the body to be infected.
And only humans can be infected.
Animals cannot be infected.
The exception is that
the virus stimulates the ribosomes in the chloroplast
and accelerates growth,
though that is very rare.
I see.
So, that's why the grass was...
That's why.
But how do you know so much about this?
My mother left behind some of her research notes.
Now I understand.
I'll give them to you before you leave.
I would be very grateful for that.
By the way,
I read through the documents on my way.
What does the virus have to do with the growth plate?
That seems to be the main point.
It's because it affects telomerase.
Telomerase is a cytoprotective enzyme of the chloroplast.
A study found that
it affects the lifespan of a person.
That's right.
The virus invigorates telomerase in the bloodstream
and delays aging substantially.
It lets the infected live up to around 250 to 300 years.
Wow. Awesome.
If a child is infected, the growth plate is inactivated
and five to six years later, telomerase is activated
and they look like they're in their mid-20s
for the rest of their lives.
There is no end to what we must know.
But I'm glad.
It didn't reinfect people after my father incubated it.
If it had infected people
and caused a disaster,
as his son, I would have had
to bear the burden of his sins for the rest of my life.
Everyone left. Why are you still here?
I'm leaving soon.
Oh, were you about to take me home?
I would normally say no
but since I refused last time,
I'll let you do that today.
But only this time.
Let's go.
Just to be sure,
don't make a habit of me taking you home.
What do you take me for?
It's because we had an unusual situation today.
I have a bad feeling too.
A bad feeling about what?
I feel like someone keeps sneaking in.
It's common for people who live alone.
That's not it.
Last time, the music was on and the Dracula doll was on the floor.
Normally, it doesn't fall on its own.
Anyway...
You are...
so gloomy.
Gloomy?
You always dress like the Grim Reaper.
The Grim Reaper? I'm a doctor.
Every time I see you in the hall,
I feel like you'll say, "It's time to go."
All you need is a sickle.
Everyone has their own style--
Tomorrow is Saturday. You're free, right?
Why do you assume I don't have plans?
I know I'm right.
Give me just two hours.
Whatever it is, my answer is no.
Do as I say. Don't say no this time.
You think I have time to kill?
You are being impolite...
lately.
When a human is infected with the virus,
they appear to be dead for two days.
With a rapid pulse, extremely low blood pressure and body temperature.
They literally come close to death.
That's why
the legends say vampires come back from the dead.
You probably prepared a place to rest comfortably in
after ingesting this blood.
That's why
you tried to escape to that place.
When I met you five years ago,
I was truly happy.
You did not have any greed like any human
so I thought you would sacrifice yourself
for my research.
Of course, you wanted something other than money.
You wanted to become infected like us
and live much longer.
So, I gladly promised.
If you succeeded in this research,
I would make you just like me.
But today
you have broken the promise.
Please forgive me.
I lost my mind momentarily.
No, I understand.
You're a human
and humans are full of desire.
I have tried my best.
I devoted my all to the research.
However,
all I got in return were rebukes.
And I think this is practically a success.
Yes, I know.
But you didn't give your all
for me.
You did it for yourself.
I hope you know
this is another way
to live forever.
Let me see.
Come to think of it, even when I saw you in the forest,
you were dressed in dark colored clothes.
Gray and maroon, I think?
Anyway, it was ugly.
Should I have worn a suit in the woods?
It's not like you're colorblind.
You're the only one in a black and white movie.
There is a wide variety of colors in the world.
Like Kimbap Heaven's menu.
And don't wear that. You look like a gangster.
First, the Grim Reaper. Now it's a gangster?
Be quiet. Hold this. It's heavy.
Hold it up like this.
Hold on.
-May he try these on? -Yes, of course.
Forget it.
Why are you paying for my clothes?
Well...
You saved my life. This is nothing.
Isn't it nice being out like this with me?
Do you want to get some kimbap?
Are you okay?
Don't you have your sunglasses with you?
The ones
I got you from the Optical Shop.
I left them at home.
Sunlight isn't good for your...
I'll buy you another pair.
What's wrong?
Don't you know why? People keep...
Oh, my...
Then take them off.
Then it is too bright.
Then stop complaining and walk.
I was being considerate and got you the biggest ones.
I'm truly grateful for your consideration.
I'm full of gratitude.
Hey.
How long has it been?
Dr. Yu.
She was drifting in and out all morning.
But around noon, she was in pain and fainted.
Check her vitals
and give her 50g Ipren every two hours.
Yes, I got it.
After my mom passed away,
Sister Sylvia was like a mom to me.
She's the one who stopped me
from losing my way.
And she was always with me
through thick and thin.
She was always by my side.
She devoted her entire life to me
but I had no idea she was sick.
What was I doing?
Don't blame yourself so much.
Once she wakes up,
we'll have to get her tested again.
Of course, we will.
But I don't know if that will make a big difference.
I know.
I know that won't make a difference.
But I feel like I need to do something
no matter how small.
So I won't have any regrets later.
I need to do something.
I'm a doctor after all.
But why is there nothing I can do?
Come in.
CHIEF PARK JI-SANG
These are your surgeries scheduled for next month.
Thanks. You may go.
Okay.
Ga-yeon.
Yes?
After your mother passed away,
what did you regret the most?
Well,
I think...
The little things?
Like when you said something mean,
or felt bothered by looking after her.
Or when you showed her that you were tired?
Things like that?
Yes, I think so.
Then, your biggest regret
was probably being unable to save her, right?
Without death,
there would be no regrets whether it is little or much.
Have you eaten?
Is that important right now?
Goodness.
What is
more important than food?
The test results will be all right.
Don't worry.
Okay, I won't worry.
But please...
Please make it hurt less.
Okay, I will.
It progressed as we expected.
An operation is useless now.
Let's
operate.
What?
What did you just say?
Let's operate.
-Dr. Park. -Who knows?
Once we open her up, we may see another way.
If there was, we would have found it already.
If I were younger, I would have whined and begged
asking you to operate.
I would have gotten mad at you too.
But...
I don't think your suggestion is good for anyone.
Are you sure you won't regret it if you let her go
without doing anything?
Of course I'll have regrets,
-but-- -I'm in charge.
I decided whether or not to operate.
This isn't right.
If not, then what?
Should I propose a better way?
The perfect method?
My blood.
One drop of my blood.
Then, her illness will be gone.
She also can live much longer.
Dr. Park, that's--
Of course,
Sister Sylvia will become infected.
She'll have the conditions that naturally follow.
-Forget it. -I know you don't want
to lose her either.
You're insane.
How could you say you'll operate without a plan?
I told you, you can't do it on self-control.
Why won't you listen to me?
Think about it for two days and come up with a plan.
It can be temporary.
You're really driving me crazy.
You decided on this, and demand me to come up with a plan?
You should have consulted with me at least.
Think it over.
And tell me what you decide.
Thanks for making the long trip.
Not at all. I had a pleasant trip.
It's smaller than where you were, but it will be more fulfilling.
Being able to work with you makes me happy.
Dr. Jung.
You don't need to take me seriously, but...
What is it?
About Dr. Park Ji-sang...
Don't you think he could be a vampire?
What are you talking about?
He's pale, and looks super young for his age.
And he has that cold personality, and so on.
Even Dr. Yu suspected him for a while.
Hey!
Stop watching those movies.
It all comes together, though.
If Dr. Park is a vampire,
I'll walk up and down the hall in my underwear.
Do you promise?
Have I ever lied?
My heart is heavy as well.
She is someone that the world needs.
You look confused.
No, not at all.
If you are not confused...
you must have something to say to me.
"Don't take Sister Sylvia to Ward 21A
without my permission like you did with Choi U-sik.
Or there will be consequences."
Things of that nature.
The reason you're not saying that
must imply you're thinking something else,
since surgery is impossible.
Stop making ridiculous assumptions.
To Sister Sylvia, her god isn't...
the person up there.
It's you.
A while back, you told...
the liver transfer patient...
his god was the donor and the donor's family.
I'm not making assumptions.
I'm trying to remind you of your belief.
I thought about it all day long.
Give Sister Sylvia your blood.
Today. Right now.
Why? You don't want to?
You never wanted to do it either.
You're just frustrated...
because you keep hitting your limit as a doctor.
That's why you suggested something you don't want.
But it's true that she'll get to live longer.
Don't you remember Dr. Jung Han-su's journal?
This virus must never be introduced into the world.
To me, that is bigger and more important.
We have saved many people without using your blood.
In the past...
I just felt like I should save them.
But now, it isn't that I feel like I should.
But I feel like I have to save her.
Just as...
I saved you long ago.
That's why I want to save her, even if that meant giving her my blood.
I thought I would feel guilty as well otherwise.
That's enough for me...
and for Sister Sylvia.
Then forget the suggestion I made.
Instead...
let me operate instead.
Not as the infected Park Ji-sang,
but as the doctor Park Ji-sang.
Give me a chance.
Please.
Even if you do,
you're not well enough to pull that off.
I'll take care of that.
Don't worry about it.
WARD 21A
Hello.
I'm Joo In-ho, the new manager of New Drug Development Team.
I'm looking forward to working with you.
What about Ms. Seo?
She was urgently transferred to the States.
Good day.
The new guy is quite friendly.
I know. He seems nice too.
If you keep this up, you'll hurt my feelings.
Please stop.
Ji-sang! Come here!
I finally found it.
In just two days,
I came up with something you've been looking for.
-An alternative to atesine? -Yes.
Tell me.
First, it's called tumatox.
Tumatox?
It weakens the brain signals.
It was developed in the States three years ago
and commercialized last November.
But because of serious side effects,
its sale is prohibited.
What side effects?
It inhibits brain signals and secretion by the pituitary gland.
-What about its tolerance? -I think
it is a very unusual compound.
It causes such a unique response that tolerance is difficult to build.
-Are you sure? -About 70%?
Or rather 50%.
That's plenty.
Where can we get it if it can't be bought?
Who do you think am I? It will arrive tomorrow.
But it won't arrive until just before the surgery,
so there won't be time to test it. Is that okay?
Yes, that's fine.
But Ji-sang, you know...
-About this... -What?
To be honest...
Dr. Yu Rita told me about it.
She emailed me.
It couldn't have been easy to find.
She must have stayed up many nights.
How is it?
I don't know yet.
If you don't feel well, get out of there, okay?
Look at you.
My hands are getting sweaty.
Why are you holding my hand for so long?
I want to hold it until you get a heat rash.
Sister.
What?
Do you want me to make you live longer?
No, thank you.
Even if you have a lot of money,
you can't extend people's lives.
Yes, I can.
What can't you do with money?
Even if you have a lot of money,
don't do anything against the laws of nature.
Even money
should be used to maintain the laws of nature.
I'm not joking.
We're developing a new drug.
It's okay. I'm not interested.
Give it to those who are more desperate than me.
Her vitals are normal.
You may begin.
Scalpel.
Is it very bad?
In my opinion,
Dr. Park won't be able to do anything.
It would be the same if I operate myself.
Dr. Park.
Say it.
Let's close her up.
I think we should close her up.
If we operate, it will be harder for her.
No, let's continue.
Let's stop.
We should do all we can.
How could a surgeon say that?
I'm saying this because I am a surgeon.
Let's be rational for her sake.
I can do it.
Dr. Park.
We have already opened her up.
How could we just do nothing?
We need to...
We need to do something for her.
I want that more than anyone.
But...
I don't think this is the best option.
Dr. Park.
I agree with Dr. Yu.
You have done more than enough.
Thank you...
so much.
For trying so hard.
We will close her up.
It was a surgery
that was more valuable than your blood.
All we did was open her up and close her back up.
It wasn't a surgery.
No.
It was a surgery for all of us.
I'm sure Sister Sylvia will be proud and thankful.
And...
I thank you too.
For making sure I have no regrets.
-Are you sure? -Yes.
She seems to know of Dr. Park Ji-sang's condition.
So, you think
Dr. Yu Rita knows about his identity?
Yes.
Considering the scalpel incident the other day and Dr. Yu's reaction,
I think so.
Why is everyone getting too involved?
Don't they know
they must pay the price for having too much curiosity someday?
The day
may come sooner.
Su-eun? Are you here?
Are you sleeping?
Su-eun.
I came by several times.
How come you never noticed?
I did.
Who are you?
You.