All language subtitles for Lights and Shadows E48

[Episode 48]

What are you up to?

What's this I hear about you?

Rumors of dipping your hands
where they shouldn't be?

Explain yourselves!

So Kitae got the best of us.

Here.

Cha Suhyok approached me
with a proposition.

Which was?

That if I deal with him I can have all
of Kim Punggil's assets.

Not an unattractive offer.

Am I an idiot?

Get too greedy and
you can lose everything.

I liked your gamble more,
so I went with you.

You're a true gambler.

Cha Suhyok and Ahn Dosong are here.

Oh?

When I think about our rivals
in National Security...

drives me nuts.

That Yun jerk must be gloating.

The director won't abandon us.
Don't let it get to you.

I have the same thought,
but the timing is the problem.

With the presidential elections,
the new administration...

if we're pushed to the background,
we'll never make it back.

I wasn't sure if I should walk in on you.

Not at all. Please.

Good. Thanks. Here.

I understand you've lost your positions
with the National Security Commission?

How did you hear that?

How I heard it isn't relevant.

As you say, we've been disciplined.

And your proposal to me?

Servants of the regime
can't afford mistakes.

They must be patient,
persistent, careful.

I was fully prepared to work with you.

Such a pity.

Well?

Cha Suhyok and Ahn Dongson
were released

...from their National Security posts.

Oh? That's excellent.

Won't this make it hard
to attack you and Jo Taesu?

Of course. The interview you two
granted got everything in the open.

They won't use Japan against you.

And with them out of National Security,
they won't have the chance.

Hm. Good.

Now for the real fight.

To finish Jang Cholhwan once and for all.

You've laid your plans carefully,
that doesn't bother me.

But this Jang is no pushover.

Men like Jang, they make it through
whatever life throws at ‘em.

He's a scary guy.

One slip and it can blow up in your face.
Watch yourself.

Don't worry.

- I am...
- That's me...

- Your friend...
- Yeah, baby!

I am...

Your forever friend.

I am... I'm-I'm-I'm... your joy!

And me, when I'm lonely...

Who comforts me?

You do!

Uh-huh, that's right.

Check me out...
Boom-shaka-boom.

The application for
foreign film distribution.

I chose three based
on Hollywood box office records.

Where's Rocky II?
It did good box office.

In our current situation,
I only selected three...

Don't worry about the money.
Include it.

Sir.

Sir, have you heard?

What now?

Cha Suhyok has been dismissed
from National Security.

What? You're sure?

Yes, absolutely.

Yes.

It's Jo Myongguk.
Put on Mr. Cha.

I'm sorry, he's not in yet.

Now what am I supposed to do?

It's always something, I swear.

Taeyang Films' list of foreign hits.

It's a bad time to produce a film.
Better to focus on foreign films.

If Jo Myongguk is focusing
on foreign films...

he'll try to influence
the selection committee.

He may buy off the committee members
and try to block our imports.

Look into it.

All right.

Now, about the Purple Sisters new song?

Coming along,
but not quite good enough.

Hey, I like ‘em.
Aren't you worrying too much?

No, they're missing something.
They're dull.

I'd like to hear it.
Send over the demo.

Sure, you got it.

Have you picked a manager
for Lee Jonghye?

Yes, he and Miyon
are heading there in a bit.

He'll manage her schedule from now on.

Good.
Where's Yang Taesong?

Oh, well, I can't seem to reach him.

What now?

This has never happened to me before.

I did everything you asked,
and now this.

What happens to me?

What have you heard?

That you're out of National Security?

Weren't you disciplined?

I was.

Then we're done, right?

You can't expect me
to betray Kitae now.

You think I'm finished?

I just lost one weapon in my arsenal.

Don't count me out just yet.
There are plenty more.

You just keep reporting
on Kang Kitae's movements.

Are we clear?

Yeah.

Please.

Your new personal manager.

Kang Minho.

He'll handle all your scheduling
from now on.

I appreciate it.

Today you and I are due
at Pierre's to check costumes.

Then Choi Songwon and a read-through.

All right.
Give me a moment.

- You can get the engine started.
- Miss.

You were right to sign with Bitnara.

It will make things easier.

- What about you?
- Easier for me, too. Don't you worry.

Hello?

Ah.

Cha Suhyok.

I'm not in.

She has a full schedule today.
You mind calling back?

I worked this up based on the
screenplay. Your thoughts?

It's a good start. But we want them to
reflect the changes in the character.

I won't complain if you go for
a Hepburn look while you're at it.

In that case, how about a glam look?

Glam look?

The glam look is a stunning,
visually compelling fashion style.

A smooth silhouette complimented
by velvet, leather, fur...

with beadwork accents.

All right?

We don't start shooting for a while.
I'll think about it.

Oh. Mr. Cha, what are you--?

I need to see Lee Jonghye.

Come on.

You'll have to forgive us, but she has
to leave for another appointment.

Just for a minute.

Minho.

If you please.

Move.

All right then.

Jonghye.

We'll keep our appointment, don't worry.

Come on.

Could he be any creepier?

Bully.

Now Jang Cholhwan has
two primary sources of cash.

One, his commission
for raising political funding.

The rest from cash flow notes.

Cash flow notes?
What's that?

Say a construction company
needs capital

...but doesn't want to pay bank rates.

They take a promissory note
at 3-4 times face value,

sell it cheap and flip it into cash.

So, fraud, in other words?

It's under the aegis of the
National Security Commission now...

but it will be a problem later.

What are your plans for Jang?

First I'll rope him into partnering
in the Kim Punggil business.

Banking and slot machines
require investment.

Money he'll scramble to provide.

Bitnara Productions.

It's Miyon.
We have a problem with Lee Jonghye.

A problem?

We were at Pierre's checking costumes.

Suhyok waltzed in
and waltzed out with her.

I see.

Send security to Pierre's.

Security?

So you're working
with Kitae in spite of me?

It's the best move.

I have a manager to deal
with the business side.

I can focus on my performances.

So find another manager.
Not him.

You know how needy that is?

Why...
Why make yourself miserable?

Fine, I'm miserable.

Without National Security,
I have nothing left.

And nothing left to lose.

Hear me out while I'm still rational.

I'm burning up inside.
Don't push me.

I'm not scared anymore.

I won't change, whatever you do.

You're just hurting yourself.

Please... End this.

All you have left for me is pity?

I'll take what I can get.
Don't go.

I'm sorry.

Your next appointment, Miss Lee.

Don't go.

I have to.

Jonghye.

Move.

Let's not make a scene, sir.

Jonghye... Jonghye...Jonghye.

Jonghye!

There's no doubt you'll realize
a high return on your investment.

Kim Punggil instructed me to
include you in return for all your help.

Then I should probably
increase my investment.

Can you swing it?

You underestimate me.
It's not a big problem, don't worry.

If you have a way to raise money,
share it with me.

Bitnara Productions is expanding
and we could use the capital.

I'm glad to help any way I can.

Thank you.

There's a favor I'd like to ask.

Please do.

After the election the National Security
Commission will be disbanded.

We'll be throwing a discreet party
for all the key players.

Perhaps some of your performers
could attend.

General Jeong will be there, of course,
as well as many other powerful men.

This is a good opportunity.

These are the performers
they hope will be there. Here.

They know Lee Jonghye has signed
with you. It's all there.

I'm afraid we won't be able to attend.

Why not?

It's against my principles to send
our artists to discreet parties.

Ah, because of Lee Jonghye, I see.

Leave her out then.
I'll explain it to them.

Good enough?

It's not about her.

As I said, this sort of thing
is against my principles.

Why be so adamant?

This is to your benefit.

Saying no will put me in a bad spot.

I'm sorry.

Sorry or not, punk out on this and you,
me, we're all in a bad spot.

Think it over.

More.

Go easy. It's early in the day,
even for you.

Yer dumb. Beat it.

You should do something.
He's really drunk.

There's nothing to be done.
Just leave him be.

What are you doing here?

I was meeting with Jang Cholhwan.

Something's eating him.

Kang Kitae.

I wanted a word with you.
Good timing.

Your drunk.
You should go.

Go where?

I want a word with you.
Lots of words.

Don't get ugly.
Go home.

Ugly?

You should now...

Listen real good.

You're wrong if you think I'm finished.

I'm not, so there.

- Enjoy.
- Thank you.

Welc?

I thought I'd try your place,
but it must be a bad time.

Not at all. This way.

- Here.
- Thank you.

- Ma'am.
- Yes?

- Here.
- Coming.

Get you something else?

You made this duck yourself?

Yes, I did.
Is something wrong?

Have you ever thought of
mass producing it?

Pardon?

Our firm is a major duck producer.

We heard about your place.
The duck is just as good as they say.

With your knowledge and
our distribution, it's a win-win.

I appreciate it,
but I really have no experience.

We handle the business end. Just say
the word and we'll go from there.

Well...

Excuse me. Perhaps we should
start with introductions.

Yes, of course.
I beg your pardon.

Choi Hyonbae, Business Manager.

Oh, my, your company is famous.

In which case just talking
about it won't do.

If you're serious,
draw up a formal proposal.

May I ask who..?

- Ah, well...
- I'm a close friend.

Come back with a concrete proposal
and we'll go from there.

Ah, yes, of course.

- Enjoy your meal.
- Thank you.

What about the repercussions?

I agree.

These military types,
they'll get you back for this.

Look, look. Performers perform, see?
Dance a little, sing a song.

What do we care where we do it?

Let's do it.

This isn't just dancing and singing,
it's an escort service.

Like Kungjeong.

I won't send our girls,
whatever the cost.

- Have you heard?
- Heard what?

The committee declined our applications
for foreign film distribution.

What? You said there would be
no problem.

From what I understand, Jo Myongguk
has friends on the committee.

They denied our import request.

What?

We're appealing now.

But if it's denied,
we can't submit again for two years.

And we'll lose our
foreign distribution earnings.

Taeyang Pictures.

It's Song Mijin.

What now?

What now? I know what you pulled
with the foreign film committee.

Whatever do you mean?

Afraid of a fair fight?
Need to play your little tricks, is that it?

You're out of line.

You do business your way.
And I'll do it mine.

Jo Myongguk...

Little sleaze.... Just you wait...

Kang Kitae wants to use Jo Myongguk's
land to build Bitnara Town.

Bitnara Town?

Yes, sir. Bitnara plans on a studio
to develop new talent,

housing, a theater, everything.

Indeed?

When Song Mijin suggested we go
into the entertainment business...

she meant this?

Yes, sir.

So they thought they'd drive a wedge
between Jo Myongguk and me?

Who's the ring for?

Sunae.

Proposing?

Proposing...

C'mon, now's the time to be bold.

Ri-i-ight. I'm busted after helping her
when she got ripped off.

I'd be embarrassed to offer her
this little thing.

Don't you go to the movies?

Overseas they always do
something fancy.

You know, the ring in champagne
or ice cream or something.

Ugh, not too awkward, you kidding.

Good luck. Fighting!

Fighting.

Fighting, woohoo!

You going to just sit there drinking?
You called me.

I didn't call for anything in particular.

I just, you know, wanted to see you.

You've really changed. It would have
killed you to say that back in the day.

You're killing me. If you're proposing,
put it on my finger already.

How did you know?

Jonggu, you've been messing with
that ring box since you got here.

What lady wouldn't notice?

It's cheap.

No such thing.

Put it on.

C'mon.

Thank you for coming back
to a bum like me.

I'll make sure you never regret it.

Marry me.

Darling.

I gave you the best years of my youth.

Now it's your turn to look after me.

Or else, buster.

I'll live only for you,
I'll look after you, Sunae.

So, um, nothing happened
with Yun Jihye?

You kidding?
We're enemies.

Hey.

Show some respect.

I'm warning you,
shake your tail again and...

Whack, off it goes.

Show respect to your betters,
you get me?

Yes'm.

- Hyebin, you're on.
- Okay.

- Break a leg.
- Break a leg.

I swear. Lowering my eyes to
that piece of work is killing me.

Just put up with it.

You don't want to tick her off,
trust me.

Subong, I've chewed
a few razors in my time.

Razors?

I'm putting up with her for now,
but if she knew me,

she'd be doing the bowing.

What are you looking at?

Taesu, baby.

Hello.

Hey. Jihye. Yes?

- A word.
- Okey-dokey.

Chicks, man, I'm tellin' ya.

Jo Myongguk's property?

He's holding out for now,
but I'll work it out.

We can't afford to delay much longer.

The sooner the better.

Not to worry.

Here, a drink.

I've always said you have a lovely smile.

I'm hardly your type.

Types can change, after all.

If we're partners,
we should get to know each other.

Wouldn't you say
we know enough as it is?

No, there's a lot more to find out.

The more we meet,
the more I see you...

the more I like what I see.

Don't.

Why?

Because I'm not Kim Chaeuk?

If we know enough...

we should know this...

wouldn't you say?

Scum.

Try that again and the deal
and everything else is off.

Hallelujah.

I'm sorry.
I should have put up with it.

I couldn't stand to have
that sleazebag's hands on me.

No.
I was wrong to ask so much of you.

I'll find a site for Bitnara Town.
You can walk away.

If you'll excuse me.

Sorry. It's my loss of power
that put you in that position.

Harassing me was a way to insult you.

It broke my heart to hear him say that.

You've got to take back what's yours.

Drink.

Why are you so depressed?

My heart may hurt me,
but I can't get rid of it.

You two are like my heart.

Think of my disciplinary action
as a chance to rest.

To take a break.

Tomorrow Yun will have
a special mission for you.

Keep it quiet, but be ready.

Understood?

Sir.

National Security is having a little party.
Are you coming?

You invited me. Of course.

The thought of a dance with you
is a dream come true.

Shall we practice in advance?

- Here?
- Yes.

What's this special mission?

Founding a new party.

As proof that he hasn't abandoned us.

Sir, General Jeong
and Cha Suhyok are at Mago.

Oh? Tell Yu Chaeyong
I want to see her.

Yes, sir.

What did you hear?

He's giving Suhyok a special task
involving a new party.

New party?

Yes. I got the feeling the general
was showing mercy.

He must still have a use for Cha Suhyok.

All right, that's all.

Ah. Come in. Sit.

What have you decided about
our little party?

My position hasn't change.

You'd make me lose face
over such a little thing?

Losing face is one thing, turning
my artists into escorts is another.

I won't put up with it.

Perhaps you misunderstood me.

I simply want a few performers
to entertain the President.

So why!

It's not an insult, it's an opportunity.

I told you.
It's an opportunity.

I'm doing you a favor.

I don't need that kind of favor.

Leave it alone.

I can't be responsible for what happens
to you after this, remember that.

Rude little--!

- Just get back?
- Mm.

Mr. Kim?

Inside talking.

My mom?

In business, see...

If it sounds too good to be true...

it usually is.

And... another thing...

The most important thing to
true professionals is confidence.

If they think they can pull a fast one,
they will.

So don't worry too much.
Stand your ground.

If you know so much,
why do you live like this?

Hm?

You sure you're a
big businessman in Japan?

You don't think I am?

Well, you come off like some old fart
from the neighborhood.

You should inspire confidence.

I see.

Sir, it's me.

All right. Excuse me.

How does a business deal
with power and politics?

It's never easy.

There was a time that I thought,
business is business.

But the Yakuza didn't see it that way.

And since I couldn't afford
to give them everything...

I needed insulation.

That's what I used the politicians for.

I used them as a check,
one against the other.

Not too close, but not too far, either.

Too close can be fatal.

Too far and they get mad.

Do you take my meaning?

Yes.

Who are you?

You don't know?

A movie star?

Back in the day.
Now I'm a director.

But I haven't seen you before.

We're the Pearl Sisters.

I'm Yu Hyongyong.

You have a subtle charm.

Huh?

How shall I put it?

Like an untainted apricot.

Lovely. Spin round.

Oh, yes, lovely.
A little scrawny, but still...

Still what?

She's got a subtle charm.
We could use her in my latest movie.

You. Out.

Look at you.

You know how old she is?
18... 18!

Mess with her and you'll go to jail

She didn't look it.

Why are you always sniffing around?

Sniffing...
Hang on, that's uncalled for.

What did you want anyway?

I was going to introduce you
to a new actor.

But you're such a letch,
now I don't want to.

Go away.

C'mon, show me.

Show you what?
Out!

I was worried a military regime
wouldn't work in politics.

More the fool me.

Just change the rules.
A coup's a coup.

First, have our media people make

...the proposed constitutional
amendments a priority.

Got it.

And there's someone I want to involve.

Who?

Kim Chaeuk.

What?

If we want to stop Jang Cholhwan,
we need Kim Chaeuk.

Sir, Yang Taesong has asked to see you.

Yang Taesong?

Send him in.

- It's been a while.
- Yes, sir.

- Here, sit.
- Sir.

What have you been up to?

Oh, this and that, you know.

Hm.
And what do you want with me?

Cha Suhyok's got me
by the collar these days.

Then he must have something on you.

Yes.

And?

I thought you're the man to protect me.

And why would I do that?

I can give you some vital information.

Vital information?

Go on.

After you give your word...

Of course.
The truth is I need a man like you.

I have information regarding
Kim Punggil.

Kim Punggil?

Yes.

What did you want to see me about?

I'll get straight to the point.

Have you thought of getting back
into politics?

If you have...

I can make it happen.

You talked about the
National Security party.

Nothing else?

Nothing.

Whew, that's good.

You pick a day yet?

Uh-huh.
Last Sunday of this month.

Just some old Bitnara friends.
Nice and quiet.

I got you an apartment near Banpo.
Look it over when you have time.

What?

Wait, I can't let you do that.

I swear, it's already paid for,
so you're stuck.

Just treat her right and be happy.

Mr. Kang, sheesh...

- Trouble.
- What now?

We're being audited.

What?

Revenue Service. We're confiscating
your ledgers and related documents.

Get to it.

Wait...

Hang on.

What are you doing?

Hey!

Everything.

Always something, I swear.

Is this your revenge for my refusal
to attend the party?

It's not my doing.
Talk to National Security.

You had a chance to do yourself some
good. You brought it on yourself.

But if you have a change of heart...

I'll put in a good word for you.

I'll beat this.

Wait.

One minute.
I'm not done with you yet.