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It's been four weeks since I asked for a nanny.

If you tell me you're still looking, how should I respond?

How many times do I have to tell you that the payment isn't a problem?

I said it's urgent because of my work.

Please look properly this time.

I-na, our new home

is really quiet and has clean air too.

The doctor said it'd be good for you.

Once you live there, you'll grow to love it.

Sweetie.

That doll there is a limited edition.

It was really hard getting it.

You should be thanking me.

I-na!

Yeon I-na!

I-na!

Sweetie.

You can't run off like that, I looked everywhere for you.

I-na, that's our new home.

Do you like it?

You should've come early.

You missed I-na getting an award.

You know how busy my new project is. I barely have time to breathe.

Do you even know what your birthday gift to her was?

It's this necklace.

She wears it every day since I told her it's from you.

Honey!

Panic attack isn't something that gets better with some rest.

It needs constant care.

Or you'll have seizures again.

Set an alarm and take your medicine regularly.

I can handle that,

but I-na's not getting better.

Is she in bad shape?

She won't even look me in the eye.

She'll get better in an environment with clean air.

You moved there for that reason.

It's just frustrating, I'm doing everything I can, but to no avail.

The last resort would be the art camp I mentioned,

but you two will be apart, so I don't recommend it.

You're being treated too. That's what worries me.

I'm more worried about her.

Dad, watch me run!

Okay, my little star, do your best!

Hey, listen to me.

Wasn't I supposed to handle everything from the concept to finish?

But you're never here.

It's not like I'm refusing to go.

I can't go because of my kid!

Listen, this is a unilateral contract termination.

Am I wrong?

Let's talk face-to-face. I'll come to the site.

Happy birthday to you!

Happy birthday dear I-na!

Happy birthday to you!

Hurry up and blow out the candles or I will.

No way!

-What did you wish for? -Secret!

-You won't tell me? -Nope!

I-na!

What happened, sweetie?

Did you scream just now?

I didn't scream.

-Is everything okay? -Yes.

Can I come in for a bit?

Yes.

That's weird.

You really didn't scream?

Nope.

Where did you get that doll?

It was in here.

-In there? -Yes.

Hold on.

You know that doll I bought you recently?

I think it'd be more fun to play with that.

Dad, can I keep this?

Someone else played with it. It's dirty.

Give it to me. I'll throw it out.

I want to play with both dolls.

-Are you really okay? -Yes.

All right.

Go to bed.

Okay.

Thank you for the meal.

Dad, can I play in my room?

You want to?

I like this house.

I got a friend too.

That's great, I-na. Thank you.

Why is Hyun-sang in the conversation?

If we design together, the concept will get tangled up.

And what does he know about galleries?

He hasn't even done a two-floor cabin.

While you were on leave, he did a gallery in Jeju.

He's doing well like you in your prime.

Honestly,

they just wanted him, but I championed you.

What a load of crap…

The higher-ups are asking,

how can an architect design when he's not even on-site.

We've already agreed on everything!

I'll come down as soon as I find a nanny!

It's been over a month now.

We're out of time.

Why is he here?

That is odd.

Why is Hyun-sang here? Is he out on a stroll?

So it's already been decided.

No way.

I'll come work here, so get rid of him.

What?

I'll report to the site!

Stop moving!

Don't fool around!

Hold on!

I-na, what were you doing?

I was making a song for you.

Do you want to hear it?

I-na.

I have to tell you something.

Remember how I said I was designing a museum in Tongyeong?

That job is starting,

so I need to work at the site for a little while.

So you'll have to stay here with a nanny.

How long?

About two months?

But I'll come home every weekend to see you.

Can I come with you?

I really want you to come with me,

but it's a construction site, so it's bad for you.

If you understand and help me out,

I'll buy you a present.

You were going to do whatever you want. Why bother asking?

Honey.

I'm not doing whatever I want,

I want to find a way together to make this work.

But if you always give me an attitude like this,

I don't know what to do.

Could you try to understand and put yourself in my shoes?

I'll think about what you want too.

I-na, let's talk again.

I-na, it's late. Go to bed!

YOU HAVE TO DECIDE BY TOMORROW IF YOU'LL COME OR NOT

How is the art camp treatment done?

They'll start with isolation treatment.

Will she be okay?

Being away from me, when her mom's gone too.

It won't be easy, but what can you do? It's too much for you.

They only take a few kids, so you'll need to donate.

Think about it.

Where are you going?

I-na, I'm going to the site for a bit. I'll be right back.

You said we'd talk again.

What's wrong? Can't think of what to buy me?

I-na.

Let's talk tonight.

And I ordered that doll in New York.

It'll arrive soon.

Do you know how old I am? I don't need those dumb dolls.

I-na.

You said you liked that doll.

And why are you talking like that to me?

Why do you decide what I like?

Then tell me what you really like!

I don't need anything.

-And you call yourself "Dad." -What?

-I-na. -Let go.

Let go!

Let go!

You asked for a nanny?

Yes, hello, I was just heading out.

It'll be 150,000 won per day.

Okay.

Do-hyun, that donation to the art camp, how much would be enough?

They're pretty well-off.

The kid's in her room, doing whatever.

No wife.

Who knows, maybe she ran off.

He stashed all the expensive stuff.

It's so my style.

Hey.

This is Mr. Park.

-Good work. -Nice to meet you.

-This is Mr. Kim. -Great to meet you.

Nice to meet you.

-Shall we go inside and talk? -Sure.

She's screaming and smashing shit in her room.

She doesn't eat no matter what I make.

She'll wise up when she starves.

That crazy little brat!

She started today, how could she just leave?

Stop talking nonsense.

I'll head home tonight, so keep her there until then.

If she took the money, she must take responsibility.

I can't go right now!

Okay.

TALKED TO ART CAMP DIRECTOR, SEND HER NEXT WEEK.

I want to go too.

Take me with you.

Come with us…

We'll take you with us…

MISSING CHILD: YEON I-NA, FEMALE (11)

Thank you all.

She's not my daughter.

She's been missing for a month, and you got nothing?

It's killing us too.

Nothing comes up at all.

That nanny I hired.

I-na disappeared shortly after she left.

Let's investigate her once more.

We checked the dashcam from the car she drove that day,

and we even did a lie detector test.

She's clean.

Please go home and wait.

You've been telling me that for a month! Are you even investigating properly?!

Why the hell are you lashing out at me?!

-All done. -Okay.

All right, Mr. Yeon, please look at the camera.

You can speak freely about I-na.

Hello, I'm Yeon Sang-won.

This is my daughter, I-na.

She's 11 years old,

and she disappeared about a month ago.

I really want to find her. Please help.

We scoured all security cams,

and dashcams within a three-kilometer radius,

but we did not see any traces of her.

Her mother died in a car accident last year,

and she lived with her dad.

According to people around them, they weren't on good terms.

While filming, we stumbled upon a dozen pill containers.

They're all used to treat mental illnesses.

The medication shows his illnesses are serious,

and he may be experiencing overlapping symptoms.

He was so fixated on work, to the point that I felt bad.

He looked nervous and anxious.

Maybe because he took some time off.

Unfortunately, many of the missing child cases

are linked to family members.

Remember the Mi-jin case we introduced three years ago?

There are many similarities between these two cases.

Perhaps this is the point

where we need to look at the case from another angle.

A girl who disappeared from inside her home,

where could she be now?

We're waiting for your tips.

Behind the Story?

HER DAD IS SUSPICIOUS

Man…

THERE IS NO INTERNET CONNECTION

Ta-da!

This is a gift from Dad.

A butterfly necklace!

It's so pretty!

You love it that much?

Say thank you to your dad.

Thank you, Dad!

Who are you?

Hello, you called for an Internet technician?

The door was open.

This house is so big,

so I'll need to look around to find the problem.

This house is humungous.

Are you an artist?

Or are you making a house?

I've always wanted to live in a big house like this.

But my family was poor.

It's not here.

How do you clean a house like this? It must be tiring to do it alone.

Do you have a maid?

The ceiling is really high too.

Your heating bills must be really high.

I'm sure you get government subsidies for solar panels,

but you can't tell how efficient those panels are, right?

How much is it per square foot? Higher than Gangnam?

You can ask the real estate agency.

Could you just get to fixing the Internet?

There are cable problems out here in the country.

So the EMF…

So I'm using an EMF detector to check the whole house.

Is this how you fix the Internet?

May I?

Sure.

Excuse me? Could I get your business card?

Wait a minute, that's not important.

I'm about to solve the problem.

I checked the terminal box just in case,

and someone cut the cable.

What did you say?

Didn't you call for an Internet technician?

Sir, could we be civil and talk about this?

Listen to me, will you?

-Wait! -Who the hell are you?

Don't take it the wrong way.

I needed to check something, I'm here to help you.

Are you from the TV show? To make me look crazy?

I'm calling the cops.

Didn't I-na's personality change before she disappeared?

Acting weird, talking to herself and screaming.

How did you know that?

Others have disappeared in their house.

Since 1998, 32 kids have disappeared and I've been at it for ten years.

If you google "Exorcist Heo", you'll find me.

I've been blogged many times and went on TV shows too.

When it comes to exorcism, I'm number one in Korea.

Top-class fame and skills, but with reasonable rates,

like this.

Take a look at this first.

They all disappeared from their homes.

While playing, doing homework, sleeping,

they all vanished without a trace.

They drew those drawings.

They all point to a child.

A girl named Hyun-soo disappeared like I-na 20 years ago.

Her parents set up this ritual to find out if she was dead or alive.

You saw her before, right? She's my mom.

A few parents of the missing kids

said that they saw her.

I think she was trying to warn them, trying to stop it from taking the kids.

Shall I continue?

She killed my mom, took the children,

and now I-na too.

It's her.

The source of everything, an evil spirit.

How am I supposed to take this in?

Does this make sense to you?

A ghost took my child?

You're trying to get paid for a ritual!

Are you out of your mind?

Get out, leave.

You don't believe me?

I'm the only one who believes you.

Everyone thinks you killed her.

If it's delayed any longer, she'll be lost forever.

Wait.

Can you really find her?

Yes.

A living person can endure in the deceased's space for 49 days.

So-called "49-day memorial rite."

Along with the Gods.

-You didn't see that movie? -Never got to.

I thought you were cultured.

In any case, I-na has only three days left.

Three days.

This is a detector that finds

objects with wavelengths beyond quantum mechanics.

When ghosts appear, this reacts to them.

So where exactly is I-na right now?

Realm of the dead.

We call it the dark realm.

It means…

-Let me take a page-- -Don't tear that.

Jeez…

Take a look.

Realm of the living is separated from realm of the dead.

They share this side.

They're stepping on the same space,

but they can't see each other because of the border.

But if the resonance frequency is in sync,

they can see each other.

They can cross realms.

Interstellar.

The shaman exorcism is like scrubbing the radio frequency.

It's often called "possession".

This happens frequently, so I need protection.

But some ghosts are especially malicious.

Like the evil spirit we're after.

They find people who sync up and drag them to their realm.

The victims lose their memories over time, and are left with only malice.

They become the Blinded.

Once they lock eyes, they swallow everything up.

They're horrifying beings.

What can I do to find her?

We have to capture the evil spirit to get her back.

Beat it up or negotiate, whatever it takes.

The child spirits are subconsciously drawn to dolls.

When they hold the straw dolls with my blood on them,

it'll generate a tingly sensation.

It's like a trap.

This creates a boundary, and it costs quite a bit these days.

Value of these talismans shot up lately!

So, yeah, these are expensive.

Watch carefully, it'll come out soon.

Have you tried this cup noodle?

It tastes so genuine.

It has real fried tofu.

I don't care about fried tofu. Does this really work?

Yes, of course.

Be patient.

Did it figure us out? Why isn't it coming?

I hear something.

It's I-na's violin.

My ears…

She's a bold one.

Was I-na here?

I'm not sure about that.

We'll try once more,

with a big doll drenched in blood.

She's really something.

Sir.

Which singers does I-na like?

BTS? BLACKPINK?

Bands that kids nowadays like.

You don't know? Who's her best friend?

You really don't know much about her.

You two don't talk?

That's not right.

I absolutely hate silence.

I actually hate being talkative,

but I talk a lot because I hate silence.

So, how should I address you?

However you want.

Then…

Mr. Yeon?

No, let's keep it simple. How's "sir"?

I'd rather you call me Mr. Yeon.

What should I call you?

General Manager Heo. GMs work the hardest.

I'm thirsty. Let me raid your fridge.

I could use a beer.

GM Heo.

Dad…

Dad!

Mr. Yeon, close your eyes. Close them now!

We didn't set the trap, she did.

The Blinded can only see those with opened eyes.

So don't open them and get out of there quietly.

Stay still for now.

Completely still.

Now, do exactly what I tell you.

Keep your body low, and turn right slowly.

No, left from there.

Mr. Yeon, stop!

Don't move.

Don't move and stay right there.

You're almost there, just hang on.

You're so close, don't move a muscle,

I'll be right there, don't move.

Damn…

Mr. Yeon, get out of there.

Just come out!

All the beings in heaven, and sprouted on Earth,

slay the treacherous and cunning ghouls,

repel ten million ghosts, push away all evil,

strike down with all your might,

and dissipate energy of the vile…

You're…

MISSING CHILD

GM Heo!

GM Heo!

What happened?

That was embarrassing…

-It was Myung-jin… -Myung-jin?

OPERATING

MISSING CHILD CHO MYUNG-JIN

CHUNGCHEONG PROVINCE, JUJIN DISTRICT NEAR GYUNBAEK

GYUNBAEK REAL ESTATE

I'm not sure. Do you have another photo?

That's all.

He looks like an ex-con.

Did he steal money from you?

His child went missing.

Is that so?

Sorry for what I said…

Wait, a missing child?

Could it be that Sangdong man?

There's a man who lives alone in Mt. Sangdong.

He's famous for all the weird stuff around his house.

From what I heard, his kid went missing.

Kyung-hoon…

It's Mom… Mom…

Find Mom…

-Defibrillator! -Yes, Doctor!

Hello?

Excuse me!

Is anyone home?

Who are you?

Are you Myung-jin's father?

Please leave.

I have some questions about her.

Are you a cop?

No, sir.

My daughter also disappeared.

I think it's related to Myung-jin somehow.

She disappeared while sleeping in the next room.

My wife went out to look for her, and never returned.

I searched for her for ten years before giving up.

And spent another ten years trying to forget her.

I don't want to dig up the past. Please leave me be.

Did anything happen before her disappearance?

This might sound weird, but did her personality change,

or maybe she talked to herself in front of the closet?

Why do you think I live up here?

When I see kids, I can't breathe.

That's why I live here in complete isolation.

My apologies.

Do you… know anything about this doll?

Why is this… But how?

Why are you here?

Why did you come?!

I'm not going to die!

You won't get me!

This can't be here.

I have to burn it…

Dad…

Myung-jin…

Sir?

Hello?

Honey…

It's okay…

What are you doing?

Just hold on…

You go on ahead and wait for us.

Sir, please…

I'll be…

right there…

Dad! Please let me out!

Dad! I'm really scared!

Mom! Dad!

Over 1,000 shops have closed down or are on sale.

In Seoul alone…

Please let me out, Dad!

Let me out, Dad!

Mom!

Please let me out!

I'm sorry!

Dad!

Myung-jin.

Breathing doesn't prove that we're alive.

Dad, please help me…

When we are reborn,

we'll be happy, with no debts.

Dad, I'm really sorry…

Please let me out, I'm sorry…

Rather than living like this…

we'll be happier dead.

I'm scared, Dad…

Please!

Please, I'm sorry!

Dad!

Help me…

I saw Myung-jin's memory.

Yours and Myung-jin's frequencies must be in sync.

Then you can see each other's memories.

Her resentment turned her into an evil spirit,

and she's been gathering other kids in pain.

It all makes sense now.

You resented I-na, no?

Be honest for a moment.

Work always meant more than her,

and you wanted her to go away.

Get to your point.

Kids know everything instinctively,

whether someone truly loves them or not.

Buying her some dolls can't hide your feelings.

All missing kids have something in common.

They're scarred by their parents.

Assault, verbal abuse, and abandonment.

Same thing with I-na.

Think about how painful it would have been to live

with a dad who wanted her gone.

Imagine her loneliness.

Her sorrow called for Myung-jin.

So it was me who sent her away.

-Mr. Heo. -Holy crap…

What is it?

About that frequency,

so you're saying if we're in sync, I can see and enter their realm?

Right, if you're in sync.

When I had that panic attack, you said I was in sync with Myung-jin.

Does that mean I can meet I-na?

What do you want to do?

We're running out of time. Let me enter their realm.

No way, it's too dangerous. You'll get hurt.

I don't care if it's too dangerous,

there's no other way unless you got a plan.

Help me get there.

You have no idea what you're saying.

Once you're there, you could get stuck and die.

And you'll ruin my exorcism career.

It's impossible. It can't be done.

Sorry for bringing up money, but I'll pay you whatever you want.

So… help me get there.

I want to see her, please help me.

Jesus…

I'll protect you with a ritual,

but you'll have 30 minutes max.

If you don't come out before then, remember the Blinded?

You'll turn into that and will be stuck there.

It's okay, let's try it.

All right, let's try it.

How to worsen your panic attack?

That's a weird question.

Can you just trust me? Please.

If there's a high intake of caffeine pills,

you can induce a panic attack, and, in the worst case, death,

so be absolutely careful.

Remember that I've warned you.

Are you ready?

My symptom will start soon.

Myung-jin created that realm, so anything can happen.

She'll do whatever it takes to stop you,

so be prepared.

I'm… bringing my daughter back.

Stay alive…

and pay me for my service, got it?

Depends on your performance.

This fire is linked to you.

If the time runs out, or if you die,

this fire will go out.

Seung-hee…

Wait, honey!

Seung-hee…

Look at what you've done to I-na.

I-na is dying.

Die!

I-na.

I-na!

I-na!

Seung-hee… Honey, are you okay?

Baby…

I-na… I-na?

Protect her no matter what, okay?

Seung-hee. Honey.

Seung-hee…

No! Seung-hee!

I-na…

I-na!

Why are you here?

Myung-jin, I came to get I-na.

Why? This is what you wanted.

You wanted to abandon her.

That donation to the art camp, how much would be enough?

Back then, I…

I-na will soon live with us here.

Myung-jin.

Please let her go…

Please let me take her back.

Myung-jin,

what happened to you that day…

I saw it all.

That's why you brought other kids here, I-na too.

The last thing you heard that day--

I don't want to hear it!

Rather than living like this,

we'll be happier dead.

Do you trust me?

Mom!

Mom…

I want to live…

It's all the grown-ups' fault.

It's my fault.

It's all my fault…

Don't lie to me!

It's Mom…

Don't forget, find Mom!

Mom…

I-na, honey.

Kill him.

I-na, please snap out of it.

Everything belongs somewhere,

you will find out where God is.

I-na, please…

I-na!

Myung-jin?

Here you were, my baby.

Mom?

You must've been so scared.

You must've been in so much pain.

I should've protected you…

I'm so sorry, sweetheart…

I was waiting for you.

-Mom… -Myung-jin.

You can rest with me now.

I-na.

I-na…

Myung-jin…

Mom!

Mom…

Mom!

Mom!

Mom…

Mom!

Mom!

Mom!

Myung-jin.

Mr. Yeon, hurry, there's no time.

Myung-jin.

I'm really sorry.

I'm so sorry.

I-na.

I-na, wake up…

I-na…

Dad…

Dad, I want to go home.

I-na, let's go home. Let's go.

Let's go home.

Mr. Yeon!

She still doesn't remember the underworld?

I hope she never does.

How's the new house?

It's good enough for us, very cozy.

That's great.

If you want to use a credit card, there's a 10% surcharge.

If you blog about me, I'll give you free talismans.

TOTAL 250 MILLION WON

I-na!

Hi, Dad!

Hop in, little miss!

It's okay, baby. He's a good man.

You'll have to revise this.

I'll just ignore it.