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A RUTHLESS COMPETITION TO RISE TO THE TOP

CHAEBOLS KNOW HOW TO PARTY

What on earth?

ROUND 1'S WINNER, CHEWED-UP SUNG-HOON

ROUND 2, CLASSY HORSEBACK QUIZ SHOW

TURNS INTO RUCKUS

You dare grab my hair?

Onion Ring.

Wrong.

WHAT WOULD CHAIRMAN DO THINK…

You timed out!

…ABOUT THIS PATHETIC COMPETITION?

Correct.

EVEN HORSES WOULD LAUGH AT THIS FARCE

THE NEW EPISODE BEGINS NOW

CURRENT STANDINGS SAE-HO, 1.8 BILLION

WOO-YOUNG, 600 MILLION WOO-JAE, 501 MILLION

SOOK, 500 MILLION JIN-KYUNG, 300 MILLION

THIRD EPISODE OF CHAEBOL HEIR AUDITION

WHAT MISSION MUST THE HEIR TRAINEES TACKLE NEXT?

Now that the Dora-Group has joined the ranks

of the top ten Korean companies,

it needs to expand globally.

-To do that, we must embrace change. -Which is?

-Jin-kyung. -Yes?

Are you familiar with the concept of ESG?

-Of course. -I see.

Can you tell me what the acronym stands for?

Okay.

-S for speaking. -Please continue.

And then…

And then… ES…

-What's next, an A? -No, a G.

Oh, a G.

AS EXPECTED, GIRLIE…

"Discuss ideas on a global scale."

That's the motto of the Dora-Group.

Allow me to remind you of the most common understanding of ESG.

With sustainable growth in mind,

the principle fosters responsibility

toward the environment and society

and drives corporate transparency.

Does it have nothing to do with MSG?

No, not at all.

Lately within the Dora-Group,

we've begun to see lively discussions about reusing and recycling.

As the head of a fashion brand,

I too am seeing the appeal of recycling.

To advance into the global market, we need to develop a new material.

-Of course. -Nanomaterials, for instance.

Are you perhaps familiar with the nano unit?

Shush.

With the camera rolling, that wouldn't hurt, actually.

-Zip it. We're shooting here. -It's ongoing.

Business decisions should be sustainable and eco-friendly

with virtuous leadership on the rise.

Your task is to devise an ESG-based product,

"Cool-and-Chic Smart Casual."

The concept has long been promoted as a dress code in the public sector.

With the summer approaching, let's promote a lightweight ensemble

to conserve the energy going into air-conditioning.

-That makes sense. -It's an eco-friendly campaign.

It's like this. "Mom, turn the AC on."

-"Take off your clothes." -Exactly.

We'd have to be half-undressed, then.

Our aim is to launch Cool-and-Chic Smart Casual

all office workers can wear, including those of the Dora-Group.

You'll hold a presentation when your styling is done.

Okay.

The ranks will be decided in real-time by the everyman producers.

Do we use these?

The winner's prize is one billion won.

2ND PLACE: 500 MILLION 3RD PLACE: 200 MILLION

4TH PLACE: 100 MILLION 5TH PLACE: NONE

Let's see.

STARTING THEIR DESIGN

MODEL AND FASHION GURU FOR MEN

Precise measurement is Fashion 101, my dear fellow designers.

Are you novices in fashion design?

You should come up with a sketch first.

We haven't got all day, have we?

There's no speaking sense to people who lack the fundamentals.

Seeking fancy designs alone…

-Oh, no. -…goes against today's mission.

FASHION BRAND CEO FANATIC OF LUXURY BRANDS

A look created without a vision won't be competitive in the market.

FALLING OVER

-What's he up to? -You!

HE HAS ANGER MANAGEMENT ISSUES…

I see you're all being earnest.

We're taking this very seriously.

SAVE THE PLANET

BY COMING UP WITH SMART LOOKS

TO SECURE THE SHOW'S SURVIVAL

DESIGNING AND CRAFTING SESSION OVER

You do look like you're siblings.

A STERN-AND-STRICT-LOOKING DUO

Won't Chairman Do find them too embarrassing?

We're going to be his twin heirs.

Oh, so you've partnered up.

BY THE WAY, WHERE IS JIN-KYUNG?

CRACKS UP

-Hey, your effort shows. -My goodness.

-It's already worn me down. -She's become a robot.

It seems you're all ready.

-We're all set. -Okay.

-Let's begin the presentation. -Shall we, then?

-Won't you kick us off, Jin-kyung? -Sure.

Go ahead since your suit seems to be giving you trouble.

I must tell you how it feels to wear this.

It's as if I were in Siberia. That's how chilly it is.

It's so chilly.

BURSTING INTO LAUGHTER

First and foremost, I've utilized a novel material,

namely, bamboo.

As I've said, it's so chilly that I'm shivering.

When this steel wool touches the skin,

it really helps in dropping your body temperature.

Aren't they scratchy, though?

Excuse me? They are rather itchy.

I must admit as much, but even such a sensation is welcome.

Let's say you feel listless or drowsy during your work hours.

-The irritation will perk you right up. -I see.

In a way, it is a feature that boosts your productivity.

-I have a question. -Ask away.

Won't the summer heat warm the steel wool up?

-That's true. -Metal absorbs heat.

-Considering… -It's a good point.

The steel wool can absorb heat?

In summer, they will get hot enough to fry eggs.

-That would be an added bonus. -How many eggs could we cook on her?

Your four limbs would be kept cool, and you can cook eggs on your torso.

Enjoy a fried egg for lunch whenever, wherever.

-I bet you can cook rice in bamboo jars. -Yes, of course.

-Team dinners often feature singing. -Sure.

Can you give us some beats as well?

How nice. I actually dig the idea.

-Isn't this cool? -Yeah, it's great.

ONE PERSON TO RULE ALL TEAM DINNERS

-You brought out the look's unique point. -I love the idea.

-That was nice. -Yeah, I like it.

Thank you.

The final pitch was a nice touch.

As for this hat, I used a torn-up fly screen

and crafted it by hand every step of the way.

The adornments are also eco-friendly.

They're artificial greenery.

Our love is evergreen

You can wear this hat in a state of full undress.

-Feel free to wear this hat only. -What?

-Without any clothing? -Except for the hat, yes.

Shouldn't you worry about your private parts in the sun?

You're perfectly right. That is why I prepared this feature.

-When it gets hot… -Oh, my.

-She's pulling something out. -I get it now.

So that covers you up.

AN ALL-NEW DRESS

These vines can be found practically anywhere.

When tied around your waist, it works as a belt.

It somehow feels racier.

-It's spicy. -Wear it like so.

A REMEDY FOR MODESTY

-So that's attachable. -Yes, of course.

ONE QUICK TOUCH, AND YOU'RE DECENT

Suppose the season changes and the fall comes around.

-Will the leaves fall? -They will wither.

-Those act as accents to my look. -I see.

BEWARE OF THE POLICE WHEN LEAVES START TO FALL

As a person with a keen interest in fashion…

Your watch doesn't seem appropriate for an ESG business practice presentation.

SO SHINY, SO FLASHY

That's too much distraction.

First off, let me present the short-sleeved top I upcycled.

I'm wearing it underneath the cardigan.

-Too much yapping. -He must've drawn pictures himself.

As you can see… Please look.

FAILS TO HOLD IT IN

-It's a rag, plain and simple. -Oh, no. Look closely.

But the collar hangs too loose.

That's for breathability.

How far does it go?

It can go all the way down. Don't worry about it.

It keeps me cool enough, allowing me to tuck in my shirt.

Here's the key feature.

When you get stomach pains and must take a dump,

you lower down your pants and everything…

-It can be a lot. -It's a hassle.

-But it's necessary. -Here's my pitch.

Please don't misunderstand. I'm merely suggesting an idea.

When I lower my pants…

I'll be ready to relieve myself.

This part here…

AN ABYSMAL CHASM

Well…

-I mean… -What are you playing at?

That's why I specifically asked you not to misunderstand me.

-How could we not, though? -He's right, you.

Oh, you're wearing a top upside down.

Yes, that's exactly right.

Your arms are supposed to go through those lower parts, right?

What about it?

I'm not exactly telling others to flash their private parts around.

How else do we reuse the tank tops?

-Just throw them away! -I'm only pitching an idea here.

This top can help on other occasions too.

I recently visited a hospital for a colonoscopy.

You understand how that works, right?

-I can't believe my ears. -This makes it all hassle-free.

-Jeez. -Just look.

Isn't this… This doesn't seem appropriate.

I actually prepared one other look.

QUICK TRANSITION DUE TO CRITICISM

If anyone asks me to join them for a night out,

I can get changed and be ready in a few seconds.

IS HIS SECOND LOOK WELL-PREPARED AND NOT DISGUSTING?

RUSTLE

Can you give me some beats, Jin-kyung?

You can be ready…

in mere seconds.

You can look magnificent, too.

What do you think?

-What's that about? -I don't actually get it.

What the heck is this?

Chairman Do would be furious.

This isn't the only look I can cover.

-Any cushion at home will do. -Oh, yeah?

Please pass me one. I'll get changed in a second.

He's gone out of shape.

He's regained all his lost weight.

CHANGING

-Come in. -Hey, yo.

-Isn't this fine? -Seriously, though.

-What on earth? -Doesn't it look cool?

You're ticking me off.

This is my special getup for a party.

-Excuse me? What sort of party… -After you clock out…

What kind of party would it be?

It'd be a pool party.

Pool party?

COWERING AT THE BARRAGE OF CRITICISM

Why are you wearing a cushion of all things?

It's because cushions are also expendable.

-So you recycled them. -It's a terrible waste.

You can be bold and use whatever.

-If that's your thing, I could use it. -Really?

-Are you sure you can make this work? -Of course.

HE'S GOING TOO FAR WITH THAT EXTRA-LARGE CUSHION

Nothing is impossible, you know.

HE'S CHOOSING TO PUSH FORWARD…

-Dang, he's being stubborn. -That won't fly, I'm sure.

-How could it? -You promised to make it work.

Will this work?

HE MUST TURN THINGS AROUND SOMEHOW

Give me some more beats, please.

CUE ENTRANCE MUSIC

See? I'm all set.

I'm all set.

IT'S ALL ABOUT YOUR ATTITUDE

IS HE A WAGYU SUSHI OR WHAT?

I'm rocking it, aren't I?

-You are. I'll give you that. -See?

-There's nothing wrong with this. -Kudos.

Am I causing discomfort? Anyone?

You know what?

-This is better. -Agreed.

It's much better.

I can make anything work.

-What about that one? -Which one?

-The swim ring. -The swim ring?

-I'll take it. -For real?

I'll make that work.

I CAN WEAR A SWIM RING NO PROBLEM

FAKE IT UNTIL YOU MAKE IT

A GOAT IN TERMS OF EXPANDABILITY

How about this?

Can you try this heater with the power on?

-Prepare to be amazed. -That won't work, Sae-ho.

You bet it will work.

Okay, I'm ready.

-Are you sure you pulled it off again? -Sure.

Did he nail it again?

TYING HIS FATE TO THIS ABSURDITY

No trouble at all.

LEARN FROM SAE-HO'S TENACITY AND DON'T GIVE UP

Okay, I'll give you that.

-That truly works with anything. -Of course.

I'm amazed, really.

-So you're presenting your ideas together? -Yes.

-Okay, then. -You are indeed dressed similarly.

It's pure coincidence, isn't it?

-Yes. -Right.

BUT THAT IS UNDERSTANDABLE

DAY OF THE FIRST SHOOT

My goodness.

I can't believe we got back together.

AFTER THE MOVING REUNION

It was nice to enjoy our chemistry after the long break.

STILL HIGHLY MOTIVATED AT THE TEAM DINNER

Let's do our best.

We promise to do our best!

THE LONG-AWAITED REBOOT FIRED THEM UP

THAT IS WHY THEY WENT THE EXTRA MILE…

HERE ARE PHOTOS OF HOW THEY USUALLY DRESS

Mountain.

Sea.

-We're Mountain and Sea. -We're Mountain and Sea.

"Mountain and Sea," huh?

Looks like they came prepared.

We consume and discard far too many plastic bottles.

Imagine a world where we fashion an outfit out of them.

The vision inspired me to prepare this look.

This is the Cool-and-Chic Smart Casual made with plastic bottles.

Let's say you feel hot mid-stroll.

-Yeah? -When that happens,

fill a bottle of your choice with some water.

With cold water, I presume.

My heart happens to beat…

YOUR EFFORT IS COMMENDABLE…

Shall we say my heart beats at a higher temperature?

Since that's the case, I'll fill up this bottle near it.

Oh, with cool water.

That would certainly lower your body temperature there.

-It gets startlingly cool. -I see.

Why don't you check it out, Sea?

Oh, dang it!

You looked like you got burned.

-It was scorching. -What on earth?

OFF TO A ROCKY START

-It's supposed to be cold. -Oh, right.

Yeah, it cools you down.

What's more,

-this look offers another function. -Sounds great.

You can never foresee the dangers you may face on your way to work.

That is why this vest also works as a shock absorber.

-Like a bulletproof vest? -Exactly.

Do you perhaps remember Sechs Kies' old choreography

with the technique called "back down"?

I sure do. But it'd be too dangerous.

-I prepared my own rendition. -Right here and now?

Do you really mean it?

-Don't try it. -Woo-jae.

-Is this your last shoot or what? -Be careful.

-Be careful. -Hold on.

Why don't you squat down and fall to the back light and easy?

You should move that way.

That won't be enough to make the show entertaining.

-But it can be dangerous. -How about you put all the caps back on?

Don't be concerned.

-I'll pull it off. -You could injure yourself.

-Oh, dear. You could get hurt. -Try it in a sitting position!

What's up with you, guys?

You could injure your neck. We don't want you to get hurt.

-Do it while sitting. -Yeah, squat down first.

TRYING OUT THE SAFE APPROACH FIRST

-That's it. Try a back roll instead. -There you go.

-I could've screwed up badly. -Told you.

So that doesn't work.

You narrowly escaped injury.

IN THE END, HE IS SQUATTING DOWN…

Why would you insist on trying this?

DETERMINED

TUMBLES OVER

Oh, come on!

Still, that protected his head.

WOW! IT REALLY PROTECTED HIM!

Still, that protected his head.

-So it did. -It kept his head safe.

UNFORTUNATELY, ALL IT PROTECTED WAS HIS HEAD…

Turn off the cameras and leave!

What on earth is this? It's so silly.

That plastic bottle looks off.

WOO-JAE MUST TRULY LOVE SCREWBALLS

Isn't he supposed to be a model?

Let's go home!

The ending was rather weak.

What exactly did he show us?

Hello? Mr. Sea!

Why don't you show us what you prepared?

I am…

DID YOU CALL FOR ME?

WHAT WOULD HE DO NOW?

…not like you, to tell the truth.

I used to live in the deep sea.

I'm one of the merpeople.

He's come up with a bizarre story.

What happened, then?

Let's see how he recovers.

THE PASSIONATE MERMAN

ENDED UP SELECTING AN OVER-THE-TOP CONCEPT

Please continue. Who are you?

As I've said,

I'm a merman.

Were you caught in a fishnet?

What's your main source of diet?

Well…

THE QUESTIONS PUT THE MERMAN ON THE SPOT

It's a secret.

So, who's the fish in the family, your mother or your father?

I'll fill you in later.

HIS BACKSTORY HAS HOLES

Why are you wearing a net?

Humans…

and their disastrous greed…

polluted the sea, leaving me in this state.

So I see, dear.

What's your name?

Sea of Sustainability.

HE'S GIVEN HIS CHARACTER SOME DEPTH

Okay, I'm back.

BYE-BYE, MERMAN HELLO, DO-OVER

The storytelling earlier was my artistic take on reality.

That was a prelude I prepared as a means to deliver the message.

Now, this is the real deal. Let's talk about practical ideas.

I like the vibe of your look.

We wear thermal underwear to power through the winter, don't we?

Once you've worn it enough times, it often gets stretched out.

While that can be upsetting,

don't let it get you down. Here's an idea to cheer you up.

Don't throw out the worn-out items. Hold on to them until summer.

Then, cut both pant legs twice, once on the outside, once on the inside.

Create openings with scissors.

-Just like that? -That way, air can go in and out.

Cut your top along the inner lines too.

Then, you're all set with breezy clothes great for the hot weather.

-I like the idea. -Thank you.

As for these pants,

long johns can be tight and rather uncomfortable to wear.

Modified ones like these don't give you such discomforts.

You could say… it's a scientific design.

We've introduced ventilation openings.

Nice and breezy.

When the heat gets unbearable,

a moment's rest can easily remedy it.

Sit down and relax for a minute, and your body will cool down.

-Oh, I get it. -All right.

Let's suppose you've cooled down enough

and it's gotten too chilly.

Then, get right up and resume your stroll.

What an innovative idea!

If the heat gets to you again, squat down.

Only a moment will do.

-It looks cool and nice. -It's amazing.

-Keep yourself cool and fit. -I like the idea.

Your Japanese fans would be streaming this on Netflix.

-This here is… -Shorts, right?

Yeah, it's safety shorts.

Underneath is my underwear,

and beneath that layer…

are my private parts.

IF THIS IS HOW YOU'RE PLAYING IT…

I'M CRANKING IT UP A NOTCH TOO

SORRY TO BURDEN YOU WITH THE DRESS CODE

AND THE COOL-AND-CHIC SMART CASUAL

I ACTUALLY HAVE MULTIPLE IDEAS

You look so dashing. Oh, my.

HIS ENGINEERING ROOTS SHOW

That's impressive, Woo-jae.

I love it!

That's what I'm talking about. Kudos.

DIDN'T YOU URGE THE OTHERS TO USE THEIR WORDS?

-Refrain from slapsticks. -That's a winner.

-That's on another level. -My goodness.

-This is-- -What lit a fire under you?

He's sacrificing himself for the team.

-That's a winner. -Hands down.

-Incredible. -Congrats.

VETERAN MODEL IS WASTING HIS TALENT

It'd be amazing to carry around a device like this in the summer.

It could be useful after a swim at the beach.

Does it interest you, Sea of Sustainability?

I've avoided going near the sea so far.

But you belong there.

You're a merman.

-You're from the deep sea. -The ocean is your home.

My kind

can perish if we go without water.

-That's understandable. -So…

That's why I need to keep

a steady supply at hand.

I feel better now.

Now I finally feel energized.

I need… a supply of water. I can't go without it.

HE'S MAKING HIS STORY WORK WITH THAT DEVICE…

I've been dying to stress this. I need water to survive.

The water is so nice and warm!

IT'S TIME NOW

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE CHAEBOL HEIR

A BAMBOO GETUP UTILIZING HI-TECH, NEW MATERIAL

TYPE "JIN-KYUNG," NOT "CASTANETS" OR "FRIED EGG"

CHILLING SEE-THROUGH LOOK

TYPE "SOOK," NOT "FLY SCREEN" OR "LEAVES"

"EVERYTHING GOES WITH THE BELT" LOOK

TYPE "SAE-HO," NOT "COLONOSCOPY" OR "BONDAGE ADDICT"

A SHOCK-ABSORBER AND A PORTABLE SHOWER

TYPE "WOO-JAE," NOT "MOUNTAIN" OR "BACK DOWN"

AN ABSURD MERMAN SPIEL AND THERMAL UNDERWEAR LOOK

TYPE "WOO-YOUNG," NOT "MERMAN" OR "THERMAL WEAR"

VOTE CLOSED

I hope you haven't forgotten, guys. The overall loser of the day…

-They get a penalty next week. -…gets the costume on our next shoot.

Please remember that I got drenched, sirs and madams.

That was impressive as hell.

-I took a shower. -Are all the votes in?

They are indeed all in. Allow me to announce third place first.

The honorable position goes to…

Seriously, though…

Congratulations, Jin-kyung.

I suppose her idea wasn't all too bad.

Really?

I thought my cushion idea was decent. But with these two getting soaked…

-Hold on. If she's third place… -If you think about it…

-And next up… -This feels like a red flag.

-…is fourth place. -Maybe I played it too safe.

-The fourth place goes to… -That can't be me.

Congratulations, Sook.

I'm in fourth place? I'm so grateful!

I can't believe it.

Did I perhaps offend people with my sofa cushion idea?

-One of these guys placed last? -Here's the thing.

Woo-young was well-received

-by the everyman producers. -They went wild for him.

I get the feeling that I placed last.

Attention, please.

-Darn it. -I'll now announce second place.

-Second place, guys. -Second place?

-Let's hear it. -Second place?

My story carried an important message.

Congratulations…

Sae-ho.

-…Woo-jae. -What?

-Have I heard right? -Is this for real?

My dear everyman producers, thank you very much.

I've always loved you all.

I'd like to thank our camera crew…

-Hey, Woo-jae. -…the staff members, Director Park…

-Woo-jae-- -…and the writers. I'm so grateful.

-Being on Netflix changed him so much. -We could see your effort earlier.

Why is he bowing, all out of the blue?

-What's he doing? -I have to admit you stood out.

-Just a second. -You really did.

Hold on a minute. Does this mean

-I could lose to you again? -I think I'm losing this time.

-This is just… I'm to lose again? -You were brilliant earlier.

I keep getting pitted against Sae-ho.

One of you won, and the other lost.

I'm certain I placed last here. Let me break it down for you.

But you went all in, Sae-ho.

That sofa cushion was hilarious.

But Woo-young cracked people up too.

WHAT BEGAN AS A FASHION CONTEST

TURNS OUT TO BE A COMEDY COMPETITION

-As for the winner… -But my message…

-…this person received 16 votes. -Did my message…

-What about the loser? -The loser

secured one vote.

ONLY 1 VOTE?

Hold on.

Someone got a single vote after all the stinking trouble?

-I predict Sae-ho's win. -Oh, no.

Let me tell you why I believe Woo-young to be the winner.

Sae-ho's idea was very entertaining.

Sae-ho literally had us in stitches.

He should've taken that as his cue and finished his act there,

but he didn't.

-Don't forget the heater. -It was like a medley.

He kept at it endlessly.

-I did do my best. -I can't be sure who won.

-But-- -But this guy got soaked.

For what it's worth, let's accept the results without feeling offended.

Congratulations, Woo-young!

FIRST PLACE, JANG WOO-YOUNG

THAT CUTS DEEP…

I mean…

A MAJOR WIN IN THE COMEDY BATTLE AFTER A LOSS IN THE DANCE-OFF

Sae-ho got the most people laughing, didn't he?

The results baffle me too.

Mountain.

Sea.

-We're Mountain and Sea. -We're Mountain and Sea.

THESE GUYS ASIDE…

It hurts that I lost to the bamboo human.

The bamboo human ranked quite high.

Creating that look was a major pain. I got countless scratches.

Let me tell you the tallies.

Sae-ho received one vote.

Sook, two votes.

Jin-kyung, three votes.

IN THE SAME BALLPARK

It makes sense now.

-It's clicking, all right. -It's so hilarious.

One more thing.

Even with the loss, Sae-ho is still in the lead.

-Okay, that's good. -Oh, right.

If you ask me, my 1.8 billion might not be enough to win today.

But it should at least save me from facing the penalty.

CURRENT STANDINGS SAE-HO, 1.8 BILLION

WOO-YOUNG, 1.6 BILLION WOO-JAE, 1 BILLION 1 MILLION

SOOK, 600 MILLION JIN-KYUNG, 500 MILLION

Now, let's move on to the next segment.

-I'm sure you're all hungry. -Sure!

You'll be given some free time starting now.

You have one hour to explore and take advantage of the facilities.

You can either spend your earnings or increase your assets.

Seriously?

A true chaebol should know how to put their wealth to good use.

We have a restaurant on-site.

Please enjoy the exquisite delicacies we have prepared for you.

A RICH SUPPLY OF SUPPOSED DELICACIES

My only interest is in earning more.

A chaebol must have the chutzpah to make investments for the future.

We have also set up the Asset Management Chamber.

Please feel free to flaunt your Midas touch.

We're bound to see at least one of us going completely broke.

This may be where I lose everything.

Next, the Korean Chaebol Reputation Institute is also on-site.

An improvement or demerit to your own or crewmate's reputation

will result in bonuses or penalties in your assets.

We might end up in the red.

There's one other way.

Some of you may value hard work

and hope to earn money honestly regardless of the amount.

That's my thing.

You can then try newspaper delivery.

Delivery, huh?

-How much does it pay? -Fifty million.

They're going big.

I should try that first.

1 DELIVERY EQUALS 50 MILLION

WHAT MAY SEEM LIKE A BREAK

IS IN FACT

A CHANCE OF A LIFETIME TO TURN THINGS AROUND

SOME ENJOY LUXURIES

SOME TAKE RISKS

SOME TAKE ON HONEST WORK

THEY BICKER, REGRET THEIR CHOICES

AND SUFFER IN AGONY

AN INTENSE COMPETITION UNFOLDS

WHO WILL HAVE THE LAST LAUGH IN THIS DOG-EAT-DOG CONTEST?

I have one last announcement. As long as you're in agreement,

you can yield, donate, or trade your wealth with others.

Let's have a bite first.

-Yeah, we should do that. -Let's eat before we lose everything.

-Your break starts now. Please enjoy. -Okay!

FREE TIME STARTS NOW

This must be the restaurant.

Hello.

Oh, good afternoon.

Right. I won't be having anything.

-So the meal… -Is this the restaurant?

-I'm skipping lunch. -…isn't free?

That's right.

Goodness, look at those huge numbers.

Huh? A billion won?

Everything's at half-price.

ALL ITEMS GET 50% OFF

Guys, they've got Ballantine's 30-year-old here.

-But it costs 15 billion won. -We won't be drinking it, then.

-Man, this is legit. -It's worth 15 billion?

ENJOY THE FREE AROMA

How much is pork belly?

Pork belly costs a billion.

A billion?

-I don't have that kind of money. -Me neither.

I can't afford to get pork belly.

EXTREMELY SHORT ON FUNDS

Can't you get us a little treat?

-How would I afford it? -Just a drink, Sae-ho.

No, no. I don't have that much money.

Buy us a 500-million dish. That matches all I have.

-How expensive. -Same here.

-I'm so hungry. -Let me take a look around first.

SAE-HO SENSES DANGER AND TAKES OFF IN A HASTE

Aren't you eating anything?

I'm not exactly at a level where I'm financially comfortable.

All the bougies are awful.

Margherita costs 500 million won? Damn it.

So this is where the delivery…

What have we got here?

"Human Slot Machine"?

ASSET MANAGEMENT CHAMBER HUMAN SLOT MACHINE

"Human Slot Machine"?

"Place your bet inside the money box and hit the 'Go' button

to get the slot machine rolling."

"Press the 'Stop' button…

-Stop. -…at your discretion."

"You win if the machine presents three matching fruits."

"When you do, your bet is returned tenfold"?

SUSPICION IS PLAIN IN HIS GAZE

How many fruits do you each have?

Three.

It's impossible, then.

You have three fruits each, so I'd have to multiply 1/3 three times.

Then, I get 1/27.

-That's impossible. -It's not impossible.

But it is.

AND YET, WOO-JAE OVERLOOKED ONE FACT

BECAUSE THERE ARE 3 WINNING CASES,

THE ODDS OF WINNING ARE 1/9

I'm not betting my assets on a meager 1/27 probability.

-What's more… -Try your luck just once.

I'm afraid you don't know my castmates all that well.

We don't have a bold gambler among us.

The three of you

can rest up and go home.

-I suggest that you… -Stop.

I see our horses.

Is this the place, then? Okay.

"Human Slot Machine"?

WOO-YOUNG ALSO TAKES AN INTEREST IN THE HUMAN SLOT MACHINE

Give it a go, Woo-young.

Ten times the amount, huh?

The odds aren't so bad.

That's impossible.

-A 50-million bet can yield 500 million. -You'd earn as much.

As I said, the odds aren't so bad.

AFTER ENTICING WOO-YOUNG,

WOO-JAE CONTEMPLATES

Okay. I'm going to earn 200 million first.

I'll use that for games, leaving my original asset intact.

RULE #1 OF INVESTMENT KEEP YOUR PRINCIPAL

SEEKS WORK TO AFFORD PORK BELLY

"Start from the distribution center."

"Deliver the newspaper to the conference room on horseback."

TRAVEL FROM THE DISTRIBUTION CENTER

TO THE CONFERENCE ROOM ON HORSEBACK

YOU MUST THROW THE PAPER INTO THE CART TO GET YOUR PAYCHECK

I'm giving this a go.

-I'd like to deliver an issue too. -Go ahead.

All my bills are over 100 million.

PART-TIMERS DEPART FOR DELIVERY

Gee, this is too much for me.

Damn it!

SNICKERS

PICKING UP SPEED

-Coming through. -How are you so good at this?

SHE'S OUTRUN AGAIN

We've got a long way to go.

AN ENDLESS CORRIDOR

I can't take this. Oh, dear.

HOW FAR DO I HAVE TO GO?

Oh, man. There's no way I can repeat this again and again.

I'm too exhausted to continue.

FINALLY REACHES HIS DESTINATION

I'm a wreck, damn it!

TARGET POINT

FOLDING IT SO IT WOULD LAND IN THE CART

Goal!

IT WENT IN

You have to return your horse first. Once you do that…

THEY WILL ONLY BE PAID WHEN THEY HAVE RETURNED THEIR RIDES

IN OTHER WORDS…

I can't manage this!

HE HAS TO TRAVEL BACK DOWN THIS CORRIDOR

This is freaking exhausting!

SEBASTIAN IS STILL ON HER WAY

YOU RARELY CATCH THIS EXPRESSION ON VARIETY SHOWS

Jin-kyung. We have to make a return journey to get paid.

There's an extra challenge of throwing the paper into the cart.

Did you succeed?

Yeah, I did.

My gosh, this is getting tiresome.

Look, the important thing is that we have to go back on horseback.

CRY-LAUGHING

-Jin-kyung, I'm telling you… -I'm drained already.

…that we must make the return journey.

My thighs are burning.

HARD LABOR IS MAKING THEM WEEP

IF WE HAD WANTED TO GIVE YOU AN EASY TASK,

WE WOULD'VE MADE YOU READ PAPERS

This is totally worth 200 million, not a measly 50 million!

LOSING HER MIND

I'm so tired.

MONEY DOESN'T GROW ON TREES

WHY WORK SO HARD TO EARN CHUMP CHANGE

WHEN YOU COULD TRY YOUR LUCK AND EARN A FORTUNE?

Test your luck.

So this is why you came to the set today.

WRITERS OF THE SHOW ARE SIDE-HUSTLING

So, I win 500 million with 50 million if I get three matching fruits?

NODDING IN ASSENT

A BOLD INVESTMENT OF 50 MILLION WON

Go!

Go!

THEIR ARMS GO SPINNING RIGHT ON CUE

Gosh, how adorable.

ROUND AND ROUND THEY GO

Stop!

TOO BAD

You're so mean.

Are you sure you have a lemon? Show me.

WE DON'T PLAY CHEAP TRICKS HERE

50 MILLION WENT LOST

Man, just one minute ago…

AFTER ALL THE GREAT TROUBLES I ENDURED TO EARN THAT MONEY…

I want one more round.

I want one more round.

BETS ANOTHER 50 MILLION

-Go. -Go!

Stop!

PRETENDING TO BE UPSET SFX

BARELY KEEPING A STRAIGHT FACE

My 100 million went down the drain. It's such a shame.

This game here…

drives you out of your mind.

ENTRANCED, HE PLACES HIS THIRD BET

I hope I don't lose all my money here.

-Let's do this. -Go!

Oh, please. Give me one win here.

I'm begging you.

Stop! Oh, please…

3 CONSECUTIVE LOSSES

THE PART-TIME DELIVERY BOY RETURNS FROM A TRIP TO HELL

One last time.

HERE'S A MAN WHO CHOOSES TO WALK INTO THE HELLFIRE

Go.

SPINNING FOR THE 4TH TIME

Come on. Please take pity on me.

HIS LOSS COULD REACH 200 MILLION

Stop! Oh, please…

WHAT WOULD IT BE?

Oh, dear. You poor thing.

That ate up 200 million.

A SPLIT-SECOND'S DECISION COST HIM 200 MILLION

THEN COMES A VOICE OF SALVATION

Dude, go deliver the newspaper.

-It's not too bad. -Did you succeed?

WOO-JAE EARNS 50 MILLION FROM DELIVERY

-You can earn 50 million, right? -Yeah.

ON HIS WAY TO WIN 50 MILLION AFTER LOSING 200 MILLION

Man, my 200 million…

What's taking Jin-kyung so long anyway?

IT'S NOT LIKE I DIDN'T WANT TO RETURN

I MERELY COULDN'T

LOOKS LIKE SHE'S HAD A SCREW LOOSE

Did you succeed, Jin-kyung?

Yeah.

JIN-KYUNG ALSO HAD A SUCCESS

-You really did it? -Gosh, I'm worn out.

That means you earned 50 million.

I can only collect once I return, but I'm too exhausted to get there.

THAT REMINDS HIM OF HIS THIGH PAINS

IS SHE CRYING OR IS SHE LAUGHING?

-I'm beat! -Oh, man. My thighs.

I might just keel over. Did they have to make such a challenging task?

How on earth do I get back to the starting point?

Man, this is crazy.

Dang. My precious 200 million.

HE MUST COMPLETE THE TASK 4 TIMES

I'm worn out.

TO MAKE UP FOR HIS LOSSES

THE BUSY WORKER BEE REACHED HIS DESTINATION

Here's your delivery.

ANOTHER BUST

TO THINK IT WAS ALL IN VAIN…

My thighs are about to burst.

ONLY PAIN ACCOMPANIES HIM ON HIS WAY BACK

WOO-JAE HAS MANAGED TO SECURE 50 MILLION

The pancake looks so good.

A SUSPICIOUS CHEF HAS BEEN TRYING SELF-PROMOTING

Swing by my pancake joint.

Welcome.

"Culinary Guessing Wars."

INCREDIBLE TECHNIQUE

MASTER OF SKILLET WITH 30-YEAR EXPERIENCE

THIS IS ACTUALLY OUR LIGHTING DIRECTOR

"A black-and-white pancake will be flipped again and again."

GUESS THE COLOR AND DOUBLE YOUR POT

Basically, it's a 50-50 game.

If you win, you can double your bet.

Here's the thing.

I think I learned my lesson.

I barely made it out alive from that newspaper delivery,

and I don't think I can bet on that. What do I do?

Oh, man. It took so much hard work.

HE TRADED HIS THIGHS FOR 50 MILLION WON

Mark my words. I can't go on another delivery.

There's no repeating that. My thighs are done for the day.

AS HIS CONTEMPLATION GETS PROLONGED…

I'll make the game nice and easy for my first patron.

-Okay, I'll make my bet. -All right.

Don't tell others about our arrangement.

-Nice and neat, right? -Sure.

Here's my 50 million.

BETS HIS ENTIRE REWARD

Fifty million, right?

COOKING SHOW BEGINS

HURRAH

WATCH OUT FOR THE PANCAKE

-He's terrible at this. -Give me a minute.

Are you sure you've got this?

IN THAT CASE…

Oh, come on.

Pancake, pancake.

FULLY COOKED UNDERNEATH THE DESK

It's a 50-50 guessing game.

THIS 50% CHOICE

DECIDES WHAT IS TO HAPPEN TO HIS HARD-EARNED PAYMENT

Black.

-I'm betting on it being black. -Okay.

-I'll give you a chance to reconsider. -I won't use it.

Remember that I promised to make it easy for you.

I'm still not changing my answer.

-Knowing you, I-- -Black, it is.

-Woo-jae. -Yes?

Open the lid.

JUST A SECOND…

Should I have changed my answer?

Is this a mind game or what?

WHEEZE

SHE'S AT A CROSSROADS BETWEEN LIFE AND DEATH

ARE YOU EXHAUSTED?

YES

Wait, Director.

You don't know what I had to endure to earn that!

YOU WENT THROUGH THE SAME TROUBLES AS HER

SHORT OF BREATH

Finally!

EARNS 50 MILLION

Do you trust your pancake or me?

I TRUST THE COUCH

I'll give you ten seconds.

-I'll go with white. -White pancake, correct?

Here we go. Three, two, one.

WHITE PANCAKE, SUCCESS

Thank you so much.

Congratulations.

-I'll take 10 bills of 10 million. -Here you go.

HIS TACT EARNED HIM 100 MILLION

What is this place? Let me see.

"Chaebol Reputation Institute."

You will find a menu with questions.

QUESTIONS THAT SLANDER CHAEBOLS

Select one of the questions first.

Then, call one of your acquaintances

and ask them to rank your castmates from first place to last place.

The person who is ranked first will be docked 500 million won.

The person who is ranked fifth

will gain 500 million won.

Let's call Shin Gi-ru.

-I like the idea. -I'm calling her now.

How's this? "Who do you think you can beat in a fight?"

-Ask Gi-ru that. -She'll put you on top.

-Hey, Gi-ru. -I'm here.

-I have one quick question to ask. -Fire away.

Let's say you have to fight my castmates.

Can you rank them by the order of your likelihood of winning?

-Think of my old team on Beat Coin. -Oh, I see.

I'll be honest with you. As for Woo-jae…

I think I'll be able to knock him over easily.

DISGRACEFUL EXIT

-As for second place… -Who is it?

Well, I'll go with Jin-kyung.

Jin-kyung?

SHE WOULD ALSO BE KO'D IN 3 SECONDS

-I'm going to put you in third place. -Oh, okay.

I know you can be a bulldog.

-The remaining spots are the issue. -Yeah?

Still, I'll put Sae-ho in fourth place.

OH, NO

500 MILLION VANISHES BEFORE HIS EYES

As for Woo-young, he's a dancer. He's a martial artist of sorts.

-He can be fast. -Exactly.

He might have some aces up his sleeve. That's why he gets fifth place.

Thank you very much.

No worries. Good luck, Sook.

-Thanks, Gi-ru. -It was my pleasure.

I was so close to winning. Dang it.

-I can't believe it! -Hey.

Think about the money Woo-jae lost.

MISFORTUNE OF OTHERS GIVES THEM MORE JOY

THAN THEIR OWN GOOD FORTUNE

-I suppose we should keep it a secret. -Damn straight.

GRINNING, THEY ENTER THE ASSET MANAGEMENT CHAMBER

WHAT IS THIS PLACE?

What have we got here?

THIS IS NEW FOR SAE-HO AND SOOK

Here's your 50 million.

CLUELESS ABOUT HIS 500-MILLION-WON LOSS

I suggest you work your ass off.

NOT LISTENING

DOUBLED HIS EARNINGS FROM THE DELIVERY GIG

-What's this station? -Hey, Director.

-Hello! -Director.

-Is this a 50%-chance guessing game? -Yes.

This seems quite fair.

-Let's do a delivery first, Sook. -Yeah?

Let's play the game with the pay from the gig.

Can I just take one?

JUST WHEN THEY'RE ABOUT TO DEPART…

You're Jong-ho, right?

Thanks for your vote.

KIM JONG-HO, PRODUCER

I can't believe no one else did.

That's actually rough.

OFF TO DELIVER THE NEWSPAPER AFTER A SHORT GREETING

Where's the delivery point?

-Way back across the corridor. -Where?

-How's the pancake game? -Congrats, dude.

-You earned 500 million. -Seriously?

Yeah, I swear I'm telling the truth.

There's no reason why you wouldn't.

Even so, I mean it.

-For real? -Sure.

THEY PART WAYS AFTER EXCHANGING VALUABLE INFORMATION

I CAN'T BELIEVE I WON 500 MILLION WON…

WHAT SHOULD I DO WITH THE WINDFALL?

I see you're back again.

I'm not a fan of gambling, but this game gets to you.

DR. OH IS ON AN ERRAND

Gosh, why is this so rough?

Newspaper delivery.

Can you give me directions? Oh, that way?

IT TURNS OUT SHE SET OFF WITHOUT CHECKING THE DESTINATION

BARELY REACHES THE DESTINATION

SHE CAN'T AFFORD PORK BELLY AT THE MOMENT

SHE MUST SUCCEED TO HAVE SOME

Don't forget to return your horse.

NEXT UP IS SAE-HO

SUCCESS

I earned 50 million!

You can collect it when you return your ride.

Dang it. This is so frustrating.

I failed the damn challenge.

Oh, man.

-I don't think I can keep doing this. -I'm exhausted.

But I might suck it up if I'm all out.

-I don't think I can do this again. -Wasn't this fun earlier?

Why does it hurt so much now?

EVEN A FUN GAME GIVES YOU PAIN THE MOMENT MONEY GETS INVOLVED

Here goes.

HE'S BETTING HIS 50-MILLION DELIVERY FEE

I'm begging here. Please help me out…

IF HE WINS, HE EARNS 500 MILLION WON

If I hit the jackpot this time,

I won't return to you, not ever.

I can promise you that. Help me win just this once.

Go!

CONCENTRATING THE UNIVERSE'S ENERGY…

Stop!

GULP

WHAT WOULD IT BE?

ANOTHER LOSS!

TOUGH LUCK

TOTAL LOSS OF 250 MILLION

THE WORLD HAS TURNED AGAINST ME

AN EMOTIONAL TURMOIL HITS HIM

TO BECOME THE HEIR,

ONE MUST GO BIG OR GO HOME

Go!

HE HAS STAYED AHEAD OF OTHERS SO FAR

Congratulations, Woo-young!

HE REFUSES TO GO DOWN LIKE THIS

Stop.

LET ME TRY ONE MORE TIME

HE-HE-HE

MADNESS IN HIS EYES

ANOTHER LOSS

Hey, let me take a turn.

Stop.

YOU LOST AGAIN

IT'S SAE-HO'S TURN THIS TIME

Go!

Stop.

ANGELS OF GENEROSITY

Go!

THEIR WORK-REST RATIO IS RUINED

Stop.

IT'S ANOTHER LOSS, NO DOUBT

SAE-HO GIVES UP

Do your jobs properly.

DON'T TAKE IT OUT ON US

Go!

Allow me one victory.

I WON'T RETURN ONCE I'VE RECOVERED MY LOST MONEY

-Stop. -Oh, pretty please…

TOTAL LOSS OF 300 MILLION

This is killing me. Oh, man…

I should never dabble in gambling.

CHAEBOL REPUTATION INSTITUTE

Here's my word of advice.

-Go work your ass off. -Why?

Sook and I had a field day here earlier.

As if. I was around and didn't see you.

See for yourself later if you don't believe me.

-You're not lying? -No.

That means anything could've happened to my money.

A COMPANY'S VALUE HINGES ON ITS CEO'S IMAGE

THIS ROOM IS ACTUALLY THE SCARIEST OF ALL

I TOLD YOU THE TRUTH

If I ask my mom to rank the team based on their compatibility with Chanel,

she might give me a leg up, right?

CALLING HIS MOTHER WITH HIGH HOPES

Hello?

-Mother. -Hi.

I'm on shoot at the moment. Can you spare me a few minutes?

Oh, sure.

Woo-jae and Jin-kyung are with me.

-Hello, ma'am. This is Woo-jae. -Hello, ma'am.

-Mom. -What's up?

Here's a simple question.

Select one of my castmates who is most ill-suited to promote Chanel.

I'm not really big on such things.

Ask your gut.

Rank my castmates starting from the one who'd be the worst at promoting Chanel.

PLEASE LET HER NAME WOO-JAE…

-You, Sae-ho. -What was that?

I'm placing you on top.

-500 MILLION

MOST UNSUITED TO BE CHANEL'S AMBASSADOR

1ST: SAE-HO

CRACKING UP

Did you say first place?

-I said you're the worst fit. -Wait--

She thinks you're the least suitable.

Am I really the most unsuited member of the bunch?

-Yes, you are. -Oh, I see.

And? Who's next?

Who do you think would be the best to promote Chanel, ma'am?

-Someone who'd be the best? -Yes, ma'am.

In that case…

I happen to be a model, ma'am.

Ma'am, hello.

DEEP IN THOUGHT

-Please speak freely, ma'am. -One moment.

Please do, ma'am. You can take your time.

I'm in trouble. You want me to name someone?

WHO WILL WIN 500 MILLION?

One of your members… Sook would do nicely.

-Who was that? -Sook, Kim Sook.

ME, MA'AM?

So, you're placing her in fifth place?

I think she'd look wonderful in Chanel.

-I get what you mean. -Okay.

Thank you.

Thank you, ma'am.

-No problem. Have a good one. -I love you.

-I love you too. -Thanks again.

Oh, man.

My mom cost me 500 million.

JIN-KYUNG CALLS SOMEONE WITHOUT HESITATION

-Hello? -Hey, La-el.

-Hi there. -Can you rank my castmates on Screwballs

from the person most likely to pee while in the shower?

On what show now?

Out of my colleagues on Screwballs.

Who do you think is most likely to pee in the shower?

Who would pee the most while they're washing themselves?

I don't know who your castmates are.

CRACKS UP

-La-el-- -Hi, La-el. This is Woo-jae.

Oh, wow.

-We have Sook… -I'm here too, La-el.

…your mom, Sae-ho,

me, and Woo-young.

-It's the five of us. -Woo-young.

HE-HE-HE

-The most likely to… -Then…

who among us seems least likely to pee?

You, Woo-jae.

SWEET

Thanks.

-La-el. -Yeah?

You think Woo-young would pee the most?

-Yeah. -I'm sending you a bag, La-el.

Tell me. Why do you think Woo-jae would pee the least?

He's too thin to hold much liquid in.

CRESTFALLEN

CACKLING

-Got it. Thanks. -No problem.

SECURES TEAR-SOAKED 500 MILLION

NEXT UP IS WOO-JAE

-Hello? -Hi, ORBIT.

-I'm going to ask you a question. -Okay, ask away.

Don't put much thought into it. You only need to rank these people.

-Please rank my colleagues… -Okay.

…in terms of their unsuitability to the post of the president.

The president?

Start from the person who seems most unsuited to be one.

Fifth place being the most suitable, and first place being the least suitable.

-So, in the order of unsuitability? -Exactly.

-Let me lead with Jin-kyung. -Damn it.

ELATED

-Why are they always dunking on me? -Who'd be most suited to the role?

-I'll give you the whole list. -Okay.

I'm done for.

-Jin-kyung, Sae-ho… -Dang.

…Sook,

Who's next?

-Woo-young, and you, Woo-jae. -All right!

-What the? I'm disappointed in you, ORBIT. -Thanks, ORBIT.

Why do they always pick on me?

May I ask the reasons behind your assessment?

The position of the president…

requires various qualities.

-Like an all-rounder. -Exactly.

That's why I lead with someone who has had business successes.

Namely, Jin-kyung.

-That means I'm the most suitable, no? -Excuse me?

Am I not most suited to the job?

You're my top candidate.

-I asked you to rank on unsuitability. -The unfitness.

I did rank on unsuitability.

I started from last place.

-In that case, it's all switched up! -That puts Woo-jae in first place.

-Our places were swapped! -No, that's not true.

-He said I was his top candidate! -It doesn't work like that.

-Come on. -Give me the phone.

HAND OVER THAT PHONE AND THE 500 MILLION, YOU RASCAL

-We need a ruling from a judge. -Excuse me, ORBIT.

-Get Director Park here. -Hey, ORBIT.

-This is Sae-ho. -Hi, Sae-ho.

Based on your assessment of how unfit we are to be the president,

you put Woo-jae in first place and Jin-kyung in fifth place, correct?

-Yes, that's exactly it. -There we have it.

-Not at all. -It's all sorted now.

-I explained the question in detail. -It's all cleared up. We're good.

JIN-KYUNG WINS 500 MILLION

WOO-JAE LOSES 500 MILLION

I'm so hungry.

SOOK IS BATTLING WITH HUNGER

But I can't afford anything.

He must be still playing with the slot machine.

CORRECT

WHAT HAPPENED TO NOT DABBLING IN GAMBLING?

SOMEONE IS KEEPING THEM VERY BUSY

IN TIRED VOICES

What's up with your voices?

HA-HA

HE-HE-HE

IT'S ON YOU, DUDE

STILL, LET'S TRY AGAIN

Go!

YET ANOTHER LOSS

Oh, no. Dang it.

GIVE IT A REST ALREADY

A DEEP SIGH

A RINGING WAIL

THE AFTERMATH OF BOLD INVESTMENT

BURST INTO LAUGHTER

HERE'S YOUR COLLEAGUE IN A RARE, WRETCHED STATE…

The threshold is too high for me.

Let's say I play 10 rounds betting 100 million in each round.

I stand to gain if only I could win once.

I bet Woo-young banked on that too, but he ended up losing everything.

Can you give me a demonstration without a bet?

Go!

HERE'S A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE FOR YOU

Stop.

-Oh, yeah! -Hold on.

THERE IT IS, THE JACKPOT

WHAT IS HAPPENING?

FOR WHAT IT'S WORTH, LET'S CELEBRATE

You've got to be joking.

A CAST MEMBER IS HUSTLING FOR SOME REASON

Forty-three, forty-four…

I'll now announce the winner. Congratulations, you're the chaebol heir!

CHAEBOL HEIR AUDITION

SCREWBALLS OST - REBOOT

Subtitle translation by: Jeongwoo Kim

SCREWBALLS IN SEARCH OF LOOSE SCREWS