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(Team Leader Baek Su Jeong)

(Mun Ka Young)

(Director Ban Ju Yeon)

(Choi Hyun Wook)

(Yongsung's successor.) (New chaebol director?)

(Im Se Mi)

(Kwak Si Yang)

(My Dearest Nemesis)

(This drama is fiction.)

(Characters and settings are fictitious.)

(Child actors were filmed in a safe environment.)

(Business Agreement for Global Tourism)

(Hana City and Yongsung)

Hello.

Hi. Good to see you.

- Have a seat. - Okay.

Chairwoman, you should step out for a moment.

What's going on?

What is it?

I haven't seen Director Park Ji Cheol.

We only have five minutes left.

I know.

What's going on?

Where's Park Ji Cheol?

- Well- - You'd better not look for him.

He personally told me that he's quitting.

His nephew is the secretary of Hana City's mayor.

(Strategy Team Director Park Ji Cheol)

(Chief Kwon)

Park Ji Cheol's relative is involved with Hana City.

Do you remember?

I didn't know you'd personally come.

I might as well do a good job and help you.

Thank you.

It's an unjust recruitment.

Park Ji Cheol recommended him to Hana City's aide.

But this fellow is really something.

Fake academic background, adultery, and fraud.

He committed various crimes,

But Park Ji Cheol was involved in the fraud.

It's too big of a case to cover up.

Are you threatening me right now?

If I need to.

What is it that you want?

Your plan to kick Team Leader Baek out.

Please cancel it.

Promise me you'll never cause her any harm.

You're doing this just for a girl-

And the renewal project.

I'll finish it myself.

It's not a bad proposal for you, either.

I must be the only one who can fill the position

without a need for verification.

But under one condition.

If the renewal project is a success, I will

leave Baek Su Jeong alone.

But if you fail,

you'll abandon your assets and name

and leave this country.

You can't do that?

I'm Ban Ju Yeon.

What's with you, Director?

I couldn't reach you.

Why did you go to the ceremony-

Team Leader Baek,

let's go back to work starting tomorrow.

A single comment by the Chairwoman will never

dismiss your efforts.

What did you do?

She couldn't have just reinstated us.

The data I've been collecting as a secretary, intern,

and an employee came in handy.

And there's a condition for the reinstatement.

The renewal project must be a success.

If it fails, we'll have to leave the company.

Is that all?

You're not doubting yourself, right?

I know you're confident.

That's why I thought it wouldn't be a big deal.

Because we'll make it a success, anyway.

We should definitely make it a success, then.

And after that,

the Chairwoman will realize it, too.

That she needs to acknowledge you.

(Yongsung)

(Episode 11)

Team Leader!

Hello.

Team Leader, you went through so much.

Let's see...

You didn't get hurt or anything, right?

Why would I get hurt?

Come on now.

Team Leader, you went through so much.

I missed you so much.

I think Na Na went through more than me.

It's such a relief.

Let's make this work together again.

Okay. We'll work hard.

Yongsung, Yongsung, Yongsung, Yongsung!

Bye.

With the stores reopening in the Christmas season,

the first pop-up store will

satisfy the families with kids

and people in their 20s and 30s.

So, we came up with using cartoon characters.

Here's the list of the finalists.

The first candidate is "Star Bear's Travel."

It's the most popular mobile game

character among teenagers.

And the second candidate is "Smile Cat."

It's popular among women in their 20s.

And the last candidate is

"Pirate King," the animated series.

It'd attract customers and boost sales the most.

It's owned by an international company,

but the creator's father is Korean.

It's very popular in Korea, too.

The mother, not the father.

Oh, I see.

Got it.

And if they had a pop-up with us,

it'd be their first event in Korea in a while.

It'd claim a lot of attention.

It hasn't been just a while. It's been seven years.

Yes, right. You know very well.

I did a thorough research, too.

You must know it very well, then.

Not only kids like shows like this these days,

there are also adult fans, and they sell very well.

"Pirate King" has a nice message, too.

I think it'd be more meaningful.

Yes, I read it while doing the research.

The story is pretty great.

I got sucked into it, too.

If so,

the first renewal project pop-up

will be with "Pirate King."

Okay.

You and the Director really are dating, right?

Why do you ask?

I couldn't even tell at all just now.

Why would we let it show at work?

But still.

Can you show it just a bit?

I'm curious.

What are you curious about?

When did you start dating? How did it start?

What do you like about him?

Where do you normally go on dates?

And does he pay... Do you go Dutch?

You scared me!

What are you doing?

Why are you curious about that?

My role model is dating.

Of course, I'm curious. Don't you think?

I can't picture it, first of all.

You're dating the director, even.

Stop talking nonsense. Let's go get lunch.

Director!

I don't like "Pirate King."

I thought you should join us for lunch.

Why aren't you eating?

We will. We will.

By the way,

did you get us lobster at the buffet

because of the Team Leader?

Well, I did.

There's no reason to hide it.

Right.

You can't hide true love, they say.

Will you sleep here tonight? Let's hurry and eat.

- Okay, okay. - Okay.

Thank you.

Try this first.

It's their signature dish here.

I usually like to feed other people.

Here. Say, ah.

I'm sorry, but I don't share utensils.

Just eat, Seok Gi.

You're embarrassing him.

I don't want to.

I'll eat it.

Okay.

It's the best.

- It's tasty. - It is.

Should we eat quickly and go?

Yes.

You didn't get it.

Then, we can't do this.

I know.

Chief, you didn't go out for lunch?

Well, no. I-I'm on a diet.

You have no weight to lose.

He's all about self-care.

(Ha Jin...)

- The rumor was true? - Yes.

They got fired together and came back?

Yes, I'm telling you.

Wow, what's it like dating a chaebol?

You don't have to worry about money

and you'd never get fired, either.

You don't even have to work.

I would've quit immediately if I were her.

Why should I quit my job?

Well, because you're with the director.

It's because we're jealous. That's all.

Yes, he's right. We're jealous.

But we have a point, don't we?

It's like winning a lottery.

Why should you keep working?

The youngest team leader,

and got promoted the fastest.

I won the Best Employee award countless times.

It'd be the company's loss if I quit.

And...

even the lottery winners work these days.

- I see. - Yes.

Go, go.

Seriously. I was shocked.

So tired.

What? What are you doing here?

Your team left. Why are you still here?

How about you? Why haven't you left?

Because you haven't left.

Move. I have more work to do.

The pop-up store...

You chose "Pirate King" from the beginning, right?

It really was the best candidate.

We have to make it a success.

Of course, I wanted you to have fun, too.

Thank you.

To be honest,

"Pirate King" is the most special cartoon to me.

Before my parents passed away,

the last friend I had left

was Toggangyi.

The plushie I gave you as a gift.

What if they find out I'm a "Pirate King" fan?

Is it because of the Chairwoman?

It's not that.

I've had to keep it a secret and...

it's kind of embarrassing, too.

You don't find this embarrassing?

What if someone sees us?

Who'd see us? There's no one here.

Move now.

Okay...

It was the tastiest seafood jjambbong

I've ever had.

If you haven't tried this, it's your loss.

The food is good, but the owner is amazing, too.

It was love indeed.

Boosting the younger customer rate from 24% to 45%

will be the key goal of this project.

We successfully acquired their favored brands...

The Christmas season concept is red.

So, we don't need to...

(Botanical Garden renewal notice)

"Pirate King" team is very motivated, too.

They'll produce three versions of goods, too.

I should be on the list now.

And the creator will be staying in Korea.

He can come to the pop-up, too.

- Really? - Yes.

You won't make me get you an autograph again, right?

It's a special chance to get one yourself.

You can take a photo, too.

Gosh, a photo, too?

Like this.

Of course, I'll take a nice one with you.

That was...

Just think about it.

Okay. I will think about it.

Everyone is talking about you two at work.

He's probably fine, but are you okay, Su Jeong?

What do you mean?

People are talking a lot

since they heard about you dating.

It's better than being called a "Director Killer."

Let's start the meeting, Chief Kim.

I can't even talk?

I checked the design edits for the pop-up.

- Yes. - Hyung.

What? What is it?

Are you in pain?

You don't look so well.

Bbanjju.

Are you finally worrying about me?

I'm asking because you look uglier than usual,

Chief Kim Sin Won.

I knew it. Bastard.

Why does it throb so much?

The opening date is coming up soon.

You must feel the pressure.

I'm okay.

Everything will be fine if it's a success.

I'll rely on you until the end.

Okay.

Su Jeong.

Director,

you look way happier than when you're with me.

Can't be the same, of course.

Are you openly discriminating?

What do you mean?

You're Chief Kwon and

Su Jeong is Su Jeong.

This is no good.

I'll get you an espresso with triple shots

starting tomorrow.

Will you accept my apology?

No, I can't.

Because I was joking.

Enjoy your date.

I have more free time, thanks to you.

Thank you.

Of course.

Chief Kwon is a humorous person.

I just learned that, too.

I'm grateful to her.

This is for Black Dragon.

This is for Strawberry.

Unni.

It's nice to see you sitting together.

Is Chief Kim feeling better now?

Huh? Is he sick?

What? Didn't you know?

Well, the thing is...

Did you have a fight?

Of course not.

It's just...

Did he upset you by smiling at everyone?

No, he didn't.

I'm the one who's upsetting him.

I'm the one who couldn't love him as much as

he wanted or let him love me.

I thought I was fine after the divorce,

but I guess not enough to trust someone fully.

Of course, you're afraid.

Someone you trusted the most changed.

But if you want to trust him,

it means you love him that much, don't you think?

Even though you're afraid,

you want to believe in love.

Thank you for driving me home.

You're going straight home, right?

I'll stop by work.

What for?

I'm having a video meeting with Arteta HQ.

I thought you finished talking to them.

I just wanted to confirm things.

I can't allow even a slight mistake

for the project's success.

Don't feel too pressured.

We're working hard together.

Okay?

Get going now.

I'll see you go in first.

No, I want to see you leave.

You came in early.

Yes. A higher-up nagged me to update

the design instead of feeling depressed.

He said he worked all night at the office.

So, I couldn't really complain.

He worked all night at the office?

Yes.

Is he in his office now?

He left for a meeting with a business.

He's checking the site while there, too.

He's checking the site, too?

We finished checking together recently.

We'll check the day before again.

You know how thorough he is.

Well, then...

Didn't you go home last night?

I lost track of time while working.

When are you returning to the office?

I'll pick you up when you leave.

The renewal project must be a success.

If it fails, we'll have to leave the company.

Chief Kwon.

I can't help but find it strange.

We're almost ready for the opening.

He shouldn't have so much work to do.

But he's been overworking.

He must be anxious.

Because he'd lose everything if it failed.

What do you mean by that?

Director.

Su Jeong, what brings you here...

Is everything okay?

I heard if this fails,

you won't just be quitting your job.

You agreed to give up on your assets and name

and leave the country.

Why did you agree to such an unreasonable term?

I...

wanted to let you make the decision.

Whether you stay at the company or not,

I wanted you to choose.

I wasn't trying to secure my job.

Why do this for me-

I know. You did it for me.

You wanted my grandmother to acknowledge me

and not let my life's work go to waste.

You made that decision knowing that?

Because I can give up on everything.

If I can be greedy for myself for once,

it has to be Baek Su Jeong.

The only thing I cared about was

for your efforts to be acknowledged.

Because I know

how desperately you want that.

Because I also know

how it feels to want acknowledgment.

And the person I truly want to be acknowledged by

is in front of me right now.

I'm sorry I didn't tell you.

Could you come here for a moment?

You wanted to learn how to play the piano.

Don't you remember?

When did I want to learn...

I have a piano lesson in the afternoon.

I'm free after five.

Geez, amazing.

You take a piano lesson?

I've always wanted to learn.

You can learn from me later.

To be honest, I still can't believe it.

That we met again like this

and we came to like each other.

So, I couldn't think about anything else.

Don't try to do everything by yourself.

I'll never do that again.

I'm not done being angry yet.

I think you are.

(Sulo)

But if you want to trust him,

it means you love him that much, don't you think?

You know, that handsome employee.

I don't see him these days.

Did he quit?

He wasn't an employee. He was just helping briefly.

Why? Are you sad?

No, I'm not.

He was nicer to the owner than to the customers.

He's your boyfriend, isn't he?

Why would you ask that?

What? I'm curious.

Don't ask. You're being rude.

Team Leader, it's lunchtime.

Okay.

You haven't changed at all.

The Director is your boyfriend. Why work so hard?

Can't we have steak today, too?

The Director is at a shop.

And I'm meeting someone.

You're meeting up with Chief Kim Hee Jeong.

I thought she was working in the US now.

She is. She's at Big Forest.

She's in Korea briefly.

Isn't Big Forest the biggest mall in the US?

It is.

But I didn't think

you were that close to get together.

Is she scouting you by chance?

Come on. No way.

You're right.

I'm scouting you.

We only worked together briefly,

but you stood out so much when you were new.

I've been following the news in Korea, but...

I can see why you got promoted so quickly.

Thank you for thinking so highly of me.

I heard about the scandal,

and how you got transferred briefly, too.

If you stay at Yongsung,

you'll keep being mistreated like that.

You'll be nothing but Ban Ju Yeon's girlfriend.

You won't give up on your career for love, right?

It'd be a shame.

It'd be a waste of all that hard work.

So,

come to the US.

I really appreciate your offer,

but there's a project I'm working on right now.

I even value your sense of responsibility, too.

Okay.

Take your time thinking about it

and we'll talk again after the project.

Mom!

Su Hyeok!

Are you crazy?

How could you push a child?

I didn't push him. I held him.

He almost ran into someone while running.

Ban Ju Yeon?

Yes, I've seen you on the news.

You could've just talked to him.

Can you touch my precious child if you're rich?

I'm sorry I startled him.

But it was an urgent situation.

You can check the CCTV if you'd like.

Team Leader,

you need to see this.

The successor of Yongsung

who's famously young and handsome.

At a food court in a department store,

he pushed a young boy and knocked him over.

Just because he was apparently in his way. Whoa.

- No way. - Apparently,

with the renewal, Yongsung is planning to

turn the luxury wing into a no-kids zone.

How could a department store not allow kids?

We have to report this bastard.

Send me the link right now.

Okay.

He edited the social media posts by the customers

with a malicious intention.

They're speculating that you were fired

due to poor character.

The public opinion is very negative.

They're even mentioning boycotting.

Things will quiet down over time.

Say that we'll take firm action against fake news.

Okay, but...

timing wise,

it worries me that this will affect the reopening.

Find the person who posted the video first.

There's something...

suspicious about it.

(Yongsung facing scrutiny before reopening)

Deputy,

the performer wants to cancel

the renewal celebration show.

Geez, you've got to be kidding me.

The reopening is just around the corner.

Team Leader,

the Botanic House show won't be happening.

Yes, Team Leader. I'm leaving now.

I don't know how to say this.

I'm so sorry, but

we'll have to cancel today's meeting.

- Pardon? - The creator learned about the rumor.

"Pirate King" is a cartoon for children.

He said the pop-up can't happen

where they're unkind to children.

This is a misunderstanding.

I can send you the evidence to prove it.

I'll email you regarding the contract cancellation.

The opening is three days away.

This isn't right, Team Leader.

I'm so sorry.

"Pirate King" is the most special cartoon to me.

Yes, it's me.

Black Dragon.

We can finally meet him.

We only communicated by the nickname Black Dragon.

So, I didn't have a chance to meet him.

But he really wanted to meet you this time.

Actually, I was curious, too.

He helped show the animation to the children

who would've had no access to it otherwise.

He's been supporting my work sincerely.

He's very private, but he's a powerful person.

Excuse me.

Nice to meet you.

I'm Ban, and I'm supposed to meet you today.

You've been supporting the children

who are fans of my work.

I've been wanting to talk to you.

"Pirate King" is enormously meaningful to me.

Watching "Pirate King," I looked forward to

the characters' next adventure

and the new friends they'd make.

Telling my parents about it made me happy.

That's why watching "Pirate King"

made me feel like they were

still with me even after they passed away.

Hearing that makes me truly happy.

I've always wanted to know who the sponsor was

but I only knew you by your nickname.

Thank you so much for your help.

I've actually had to keep the things I liked a secret.

So, I had to give up on everything I liked,

but I couldn't bring myself to.

So, I tried to give up on everything else.

I've been living in anxiety every day,

but I've looked forward to the next adventure.

Were you...

Were you able to look forward to tomorrow?

Yes.

You must be Ban Ju Yeon.

How did you know...

You really were.

I heard Mr. Ban Ju Yeon was my fan.

Sir,

I need to talk to you. Do you have a moment?

I'm sorry. Email me if you need to say something.

I just need a moment, sir.

I know you're a fan, but you're going too far.

I'll call someone if you keep following me.

I'm actually not your fan.

I'm not someone who likes

something purely and passionately.

Why are you here, then...

I know someone like that.

It's Director Ban of Yongsung Department Store.

Because he loves your work so much,

he couldn't hide it even when he had to.

Even though he was so lonely,

he looked forward to a new day for "Pirate King."

Are you Japanese?

Please leave now.

Didn't you want to do the pop-up for fans like him?

As a long-time "Pirate King" fan, Director Ban

wants the kids who visit the pop-up

to be comforted and be happy like he was.

Sir.

She said...

she can't like something purely and passionately,

but she likes you very much.

I see.

You told me to wait at home.

Where have you been?

The "Pirate King" pop-up is still happening.

So you don't have to worry.

Did you convince the creator?

Yes, I just met with him.

But he said someone visited him before I did.

I wasn't helpful that much, was I?

No.

You helped tremendously.

Thank you.

Why do you look unhappy, then?

I want to be someone you can rely on,

but I don't think I am.

You went through a lot because of me.

When I went to the farm alone,

do you remember why you came?

Because being alone

makes you feel lonely?

Yes.

We agreed to lean on each other.

So we don't feel lonely.

Did you forget our promise?

Let's do this.

I'll rely on you and...

you'll rely on me.

So we don't feel lonely.

So we don't...

feel lonely.

Everyone around me

didn't understand my way.

But someone understands me entirely.

He's happy because of me

and he's grateful for my love.

I don't feel lonely, thanks to that fact alone.

But that must not be enough for you.

♪ The moon that's shining on you ♪

♪ Tell me now ♪

♪ Our bright night ♪

♪ We stay bright ♪

Thank you.

Yes.

Park Ji Cheol was behind it as expected.

Since his nephew was fired, too,

he must've held grudges.

I made sure he can't mess around again.

Okay. Thank you.

(Kim Mi Jeong of Big Forest)

(Strategy and Planning Headquarters)

Team Leader.

What magic spell did you cast yesterday?

Is this about the pop-up moving forward?

Yes, the creator even posted this.

Here.

Also, the person who created the post

posted an apology, too.

There's also a post about

Director forgiving someone's son's mistake.

The public opinion was changing already,

but this will definitely quiet things down.

I thought it'd take some time,

but I don't think the opening will be affected.

Here comes the person who worked his magic.

Hello, sir.

I didn't get to tell you something yesterday.

The "Pirate King" creator decided to do

a signing event during the pop-up.

Daebak.

Daebak.

Isn't that incredible?

This has never happened in Korea before.

Well, I suppose.

Hold on. We need to start preparing now.

- Hurry. - Okay.

You have a wisdom tooth.

W-Wisdom tooth? At this point?

Yes, you got one very late,

but it depends on the person.

Would you like me to pull it out now?

Will it hurt a lot?

The location doesn't seem too bad.

I'd be lying if I said it won't hurt.

Oh, okay.

I...

I'm not ready for it yet.

Okay. Get ready and come back.

Adults are more afraid than kids.

I see.

Sin Won.

Ha Jin.

Are you feeling better?

Yes.

I know I can call you to see you,

but I wanted to wait for you here.

If I suddenly showed up, I thought you'd be

happy to see me out of surprise.

Ha Jin.

Even I think I'm all over the place.

I'm sorry.

I went too far that day.

You didn't suggest doing anything right away.

You were being sweet as a boyfriend

and you were showing concern.

But I was afraid.

That's why I did that.

I want to keep seeing you.

I had...

many first experiences while being with you.

I've never been afraid to break up,

but I'm so scared and anxious now.

If we kept seeing each other, I'd like you more

and I'd want to keep crossing the line.

That'd...

make me more afraid, too.

That's why...

I can't do this.

You're right, Ha Jin.

We aren't going to work.

(Yongsung Department Store)

Looks so tasty.

(Ganghan Farm Opening Event)

(Ganghan Farm - Only at Yongsung)

Looks tasty.

- Thank you. - Thank you.

("Pirate King" Pop-up Store)

(Pirate King)

Director.

Hello, I'm the Strategy Team director at Yongsung,

Ban Ju Yeon.

But more importantly,

I'm a long-time fan of "Pirate King."

What? Fan?

I didn't know he was a fan. Did you know?

Is it just lip service?

"Pirate King" let me escape reality.

In the stuffy everyday life,

I felt free watching "Pirate King."

It let me be honest with my feelings

and it let me be true to myself.

Because I was with things I liked.

You all must've protected yourselves like me.

I hope you enjoy the things you enjoy more freely.

Thank you for coming.

I left you alone,

but you don't know when to stop.

Did you forget that

you're still the successor publicly?

I...

couldn't always be honest.

I wanted to be loved by you.

But I couldn't be loved

while hiding what I liked and my feelings.

I now realize that

being loved like that is meaningless. Because...

that's not me.

So, Grandmother,

I have no desire to take that position anymore.

I just want to live as Ban Ju Yeon.

That'd make me happier.

We already hit the highest visit and sales rate.

You must know the project was a success already.

Let Ms. Baek stay in her position as you promised.

You can fire me.

I'll stop by the food section.

Okay, Team Leader.

Team Leader Baek?

(Team Leader Baek Su Jeong)

It's her. It's Team Leader Baek.

How does it feel to date a chaebol successor?

Since when did you date Director Ban?

Is it true Chairwoman Jung approved?

The public is curious. Please say something.

A comment, please.

How long has it been?

Say something.

Ms. Baek never allowed interviews like this.

I didn't, either.

Let's go.

Everyone!

Where are you all from?

While everything changes,

if you believe there's one unchanging thing...

Noona, what's this?

(The MZ chaebol sure is different!)

(The young chaebol is a romantic!)

I'm home.

Su Jeong.

Are you okay?

I heard something happened at the store.

I'm okay.

Really?

I said I'm okay.

(The young chaebol is a romantic!)

(Being attractive is a talent, too)

(I knew she was too young to be a team leader)

(She was hired because of her looks)

(Is it all about being pretty?)

(Real-life Cinderella story)

(I want to date a chaebol, too)

What are they talking about?

You don't have to worry about money

and you'd never get fired, either.

You don't even have to work.

I would've quit immediately if I were her.

The Director is your boyfriend. Why work so hard?

If you stay at Yongsung,

you'll keep being mistreated like that.

You'll be nothing but Ban Ju Yeon's girlfriend.

(Kim Mi Jeong of Big Forest)

Congratulations on the successful reopening.

You went through a lot today, too.

I told you.

Staying at Yongsung has a limit.

Think about it

and give me an answer within this month.

(Thank you)

(The young chaebol is a romantic!)

(The popular animation "Pirate King" pop-up store...)

I made sure Ms. Baek's personal info

won't be released.

But it's hard to remove the posts

that are already on social media.

We can't help it, then.

Thank you for everything. You can go home.

You should go home, too. It's late.

Okay.

Did you wait long?

Three minutes?

- Let's go. - Okay.

Wow, it's already Christmas.

Remember hunting together on Legend on Christmas?

Of course. We had matching outfits, too.

That was fun.

We've spent Christmas and

the New Year's Day together already.

Although it's our first Christmas holding hands.

The reporters earlier today...

It's okay.

I was just shocked that they ambushed.

- I- - You aren't allowed to say sorry.

Don't blame yourself, either.

I'd be curious if I were them, too.

I'd want to know who's dating you.

Really?

Of course.

Su Jeong.

Leave if you want to.

As early as tomorrow.

(My Dearest Nemesis)

(We thank Kim Seung Rak for the special appearance)

♪ Can't be grasped like it was a dream ♪

♪ We thought we weren't meant to be together ♪

♪ As much as I thought of you ♪

♪ I hope we meet again someday ♪

♪ I'll say it tonight ♪

Chief, it's an emergency.

Of course, you can't reach her.

I knew it'd be here.

I love you, Ha Jin.

Sin Won, don't talk for a moment.

Why are you suddenly removing the stuff?

If leaving is the right thing to do,

what would I be leaving for?

- Cheers! - I don't want to say bye to you.

I'm grateful that you care so much for me.

We need to cancel the contract for that reason.

♪ I hope we meet again someday ♪

♪ I hope for it again and again ♪