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Excited, huh? Were you at the bridge to trick me?

Yeah, right.

Well, when I'm with you, I feel like I could do anything.

Here. Clean up. People might think I hit you.

Here.

Thank you.

Wait a minute! Isn't there a snack car on this train?

I saw some pictures of it. I'll go check it out.

Yo, your phone!

Why are those guys here?

Who are you?

I am someone who knows your weaknesses.

You should stop this now. This nonsense... Disband.

I should disband just because some kid told me?

HIGH SCHOOL RETURN OF A GANGSTER

This is my first time at the East Sea.

Man, the water looks really deep. And the waves are crazy!

Not much salt in the East Sea, either. Drink a little bit.

- What? No way! - It's true, really!

Go on!

Shit! You wanna kill me?!

Both look so carefree, must be refreshing.

Good to be so young.

Did you bring extra clothes?

No, I didn't pack any.

We'll go buy some. I know a store with great clothes for you.

OK...

How 'bout this?

Which one's better? That one or this one?

Let's look over here.

Use your legs! Pedal! Pedal!

Careful! Balance! Good!

Careful. OK!

No balance!

All right, c'mon. You did fine. Will try it again?

Yeah, steady! That's it. That's right.

Keep going! You got it! Pedal!

Come on! Keep up!

You know, they're doing exactly what I planned to do this spring.

Enjoying the water, browsing the markets,

cycling down some bike trails, and then a shot of soju... bang!

We on a picnic?

Stay focused, will you? We're here to follow those guys,

then grab that kid and get his butt safely on a plane.

Yeah.

Came all the way to Gangneung.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to stay at the hotel.

Aw c'mon, dude, really?

I understand your concerns, of course, but...

It's because they're minors, I bet.

What if you spoke with my parents on the phone? They'll confirm it's OK.

We cannot confirm parental approval over the phone.

No parent's credit cards and no over-the-phone verification.

Well, there goes our hotel getaway.

I looked around online.

Other hotels have this rule as well.

Motels don't accept minors either.

Now, what? We don't have anywhere to go.

I'd ask Mr. Kim to pick us up but it's too late.

Well, I know another place nearby. Let's go there.

I tell you, they have very strict regulations

and I don't accept minors.

Well... I'm from the Chilseong gang.

When did you join Chilseong? It hasn't been around for ages.

I'll tell you something. They didn't employ minors. No way!

Have you forgotten who helped you find this place?

Kim Deuk Pal might have died

but your debt didn't die with him.

You only have one ball left.

Wouldn't wanna lose the other one.

Old man, you know me.

I know Kim Deuk Pal helped me.

But why did he have to blab about that?

Why'd he have to spread rumors about someone else's private parts, know what I mean?

He promised he wouldn't tell!

He said he would take my secret to the grave!

Did he tell you? My secret?

About my one ball?

Wait... did you know about this?

Nope, not me...

Well, it happened before you guys came in.

Why'd he have to tell that stupid kid about it?!

OK, how did you know

that old guy was in debt to Kim Deuk Pal?

That was weird.

I heard it somewhere.

I brought it up hoping it'd help us get in.

- I guess it worked. - Did you live around here?

Do you have gangster relatives or something?

Are they the ones who told you these stories?

Is that how you learned to fight?

You a detective?

I just worked around here a long time ago.

But Dong Soo, how does that kid know so much about you?

Do you think he's really is the son of Deuk Pal after all?

Deuk Pal didn't say anything about it to you?

Deuk Pal told that kid stuff that you don't even know about!

Wait! Should we just ambush him?

Drag him out and make him tell us who he is?

He's got some dumb, clueless high schooler with him!

We'll get our chance.

It's nighttime. They'll wanna go out sometime.

- Aren't you tired? - No. I'm cool.

Plus, I know the soundproofing isn't great. You see?

If I hold my ear like this, I can hear them.

That way, if I happen to hear them leaving

then I go out and nab 'em!

You won't sleep at all?

Don't worry about it. I never sleep, honest!

A week without sleep is a piece of cake for me!

Longer, even!

Geez!

Here.

That should do it. How did that happen?

I headbutted a wall. I couldn't stand it anymore.

When my dad's around, I just feel suffocated.

Like I can never, ever escape from him.

And in those moments I do these things...

and I don't know I'm doing them.

My meds haven't really been working. Sometimes I faint.

How long have you felt like this?

Since I was born.

But I'm still my father's son, after all.

If I came home late or something

if my desk was a bit untidy or my shirt was slightly wrinkled,

I'd be punished,

and the punishment was always harsh.

I don't want to, I don't want to!

Give it back!

Give it back! Now!

I won't reason with someone who can't control their emotions.

I told you.

I told you not to get too close to those kids, didn't I?

I thought back then...

I will never desire anything ever again.

Even if it's a friend.

I'd begged my mother for a year to let me have a puppy.

I'd wanted it so badly.

I thought of it as my sibling.

You see? Huh?! There!

This happened for one reason: because you don't listen to me!

After that, I never tried to rebel.

Maybe. But you rebelled again. When you met me.

I thought it would be OK just so long as I didn't get caught.

He didn't monitor me in my room or at school.

But when Jae Yun sent him a picture

that changed pretty quick.

One day...

Did you really put a camera in my room?

How could you do that?

Am I to turn a blind eye to this behavior?

I wanted to pick my own friends. Is that so bad?

Why is it so wrong for me to laugh while I'm with my friend?

I thought we agreed!

Whether there's a cam or not, you were to keep your promise!

Why do you keep deceiving me? Why?!

I've lived as I was taught. I've been honest and upright.

But even then,

you still had to monitor every single breath I took!

What did I do that is so wrong?

I see. You think you're perfect?

I may not be perfect, but I've done nothing wrong.

- Father, I'm not a prisoner! - You dare talk back to me?!

Next thing I remember,

I'd left the house and I was standing on the bridge.

Except when I'm studying

all I can think about is escaping him.

And every day I feel more abnormal.

I know it's my fault.

It's not your fault. It's your father's fault.

I'm so scared.

When it gets hard, reach out to someone.

- Reach out to whom? - To a nice grown-up, like me.

But we're the same age.

I told you. That late registration thing.

Your dad most likely doesn't know any better.

He was raised the same way.

So it's probably best

to help him understand instead of just blaming him.

Don't want to lose a teacher like you.

Help him understand. He needs that.

There is nothing good written here.

TO HELP SAE GYEONG GET INDEPENDENT OF HIS FATHER

DAD

I knew you'd call once I turned Sae Gyeong's phone back on.

I knew he'd be out with you.

So, why not call my phone then?

I don't have a reason to speak to you. Put Sae Gyeong on.

He's sleeping. He got tired, I guess. All that sea air...

Wake him up now.

I want an apology. Or I won't speak to him again.

Relax, man. Can't you just let him sleep in peace?

It's not up to you to tell me to relax, do you hear me?!

Sae Gyeong will call when he wants to!

I only called so you wouldn't worry.

As far as I can see,

he's probably too scared of you to make the call himself.

Is it right for a kid to be so scared? He'll be at school.

When Sae Gyeong feels ready and wants to talk to his father,

then I'm sure he'll call you.

- Till then, leave him alone. - Bastard!

- Yeah? - Where are you?

- I'm in the room. - Come to the second floor.

Yeah, OK!

Sir...

Sir's on the second floor.

Sir who? You mean Chil Seong? Did Chil Seong call?!

No, Deuk Pal sir...

Oh, shit!

How do you know Jong Cheol's number?

- You changed your number. - This freaking kid!

He better be his son, talking to you like that!

Listen! I know you don't think so, but I gotta find out!

Go on! Have a DNA test done!

Do you even have Deuk Pal's DNA?

You need that for a DNA test?

You know what I think? You're just a scammer.

Got in too deep so you're pretending to be his son.

We should find out if you are who you say you are.

And if you're not, we'll give you to Mi Kyung.

So talking about your knee wasn't enough confirmation, huh?

I understand...

Alright, then. Shall we talk about your father?

Talk about my family?!

I'll sue you. I don't care if you're a minor!

Your father was a farmer.

I bought him a 900-square-meter plot in Pyeongmyeon to farm on.

But last year, he became very ill and passed away.

And your sister was sent to a facility.

It's called the Rainbow Rehabilitation Center.

I don't mean to toot my own horn but you did want confirmation.

And I paid last month's bill for the rehab.

Deuk Pal was gonna pay that bill. That's why I didn't.

If I were a scammer like you say,

would I have continued to send checks to that rehab?

Signed by Kim Deuk Pal?

Even while you betrayed me with Lee Mi Kyung?

Dong Soo, you're an orphan.

I first saw you on the street when you were 19.

You left the orphanage with 3 million won but your friend ripped you off.

You were on the streets and I took you to get beef soup.

When we finished eating and it was time to leave, you said,

"Order me some boiled pork and I'll come work for you."

So, I took you in.

"It only takes 6,300 wons to turn you into a gangster?"

He said that.

If I were truly a 19-year-old swindler,

would I remember the price of the pork dish

after all these years?

Dong Soo, you gotta trust your instincts.

Yeah, sure! We knew everything from the beginning!

Yeah. The truth is...

You are... you really are...

- Kim Deuk Pal! - His son!

We just couldn't admit it, that's all! Yeah, that's all!

That he hid from us the fact that he had a son for so long.

What's up with that?! Huh?!

How could he not tell us?!

I mean, did he trust us at all?!

You know what that kind of betrayal feels like?

Right. I guess it's easier for you to believe that I'm his son.

We're sorry! Deuk Pal's son!

I mean, why didn't you let us know in the first place?

Good to meet you, son! Just call us Uncles.

And don't talk down to us.

I apologize for making you come so early. Thank you.

I brought you some breakfast and your uniform.

One for Mr. Sae Gyeong as well.

If we eat quickly, we can get you to school!

Yeah.

C'mon, eat. There's enough for you.

Not before we start.

Why so formal?

Deuk Pal didn't teach him any manners.

Join us! These guys here are my brothers!

I mean, my uncles.

Hello. Good morning.

Hey.

Don't worry, my friend. Everything's gonna be just fine, OK?

What's Jae Min doing?

Bet you he's still working at that convenience store.

Still? I thought he quit.

- Did you guys not get a call? - From who?

- Han Jong Cheol. - Han Jong Cheol?! Hold up!

- How do you know that guy? - He's my brother.

I mean... He's one of my dad's good friends.

Take care!

Hey, guys.

I mean... Hey, uncles! I have a favor to ask.

Oh! A favor, of course! Come on. Uncle will do it for you!

I got it. I'll take care of Mi Kyung. Don't worry.

That high school runaway?

The one who bailed the mission at my house. Don't look for him anymore.

Aah! You mean the kid I asked the other kids to find!

Oh yeah, sure!

I'll make a call and get it all sorted out for ya!

Jong Cheol!

The kid I told you about should be at school, but he's not.

- OK then. - Yes, sir!

"Sir..."

Why do I use honorifics with this kid, anyway?

Stop looking for him, huh?

Keep studying and do what our nephew says!

Did you hear that?

Yeah. Hey, wouldn't it be better for you if the guy disappeared?

Everything we've done so far has been at his orders!

You had no choice?

Did any of you try to stop him when he did the things he did?

You hit Song Lee Heon. Locked him up.

Took videos of him and showed everyone.

Do you deny it?

Are you all just the same as Hong Jae Min?

Don't you have your own minds?

No? Nobody? Yeah. That's what I thought.

Quit harassing students who come here from other schools.

Stop bullying innocent kids and making them into outcasts!

Just do your work and try to behave. OK? And stay in school.

We had to quit our jobs so we could look for him!

So did I. It's not fair. Damn it.

Sae Gyeong! Lee Heon!

Both of you, come with me now, please.

Yes, teacher.

Who does he think he is?

Sae Gyeong wasn't like this before!

You ruined him! This is all because of you!

Sir! Sir, please!

He relies on Lee Heon a great deal. They're very close!

I'm sure Lee Heon hasn't caused any harm.

We can investigate and decide if punishment is necessary! Please!

Father, please listen. This is all because of me.

I would appreciate it

if I could have some time alone with my son.

Sure thing. But...

But, sir, what about Lee Heon?

Right now I would like to talk to my son.

And then afterwards, we can deal with Lee Heon.

Let's give them space.

Feel free to talk as long as you'd like.

Did you lure Sae Gyeong out? For an overnight stay?

To a motel to drink alcohol? Tell me the truth.

No, ma'am. We took a trip out to East Sea beaches.

Students need a break.

I mean, we did call his father to tell him we were going.

Well, then why would his father have the impression

that you dragged Sae Gyeong there?

He willingly came along, I assure you.

Yes, I see. There has been a misunderstanding.

I'll try to speak with him then.

Hopefully, we can avoid

getting the disciplinary committee involved.

No need to worry. I assure you, he came along willingly.

We'll convene the committee.

Just tell them you were taken there by Lee Heon.

That is the truth, isn't it?

Sae Gyeong! Sae Gyeong!

- Hey, Sae Gyeong! Are you OK? - Sae Gyeong!

The school nurse believes,

Sae Gyeong is experiencing temporary stress.

If you wish, sir, we could transfer him to the hospital.

That won't be needed.

I'd like to stay a bit longer.

Such a weakling. Not an ounce of strength.

Do you mind if we talk for a minute, sir?

- I have nothing to say to you. - But I do.

Sae Gyeong might wake up soon. Maybe we should talk outside.

I'm a bit busy. I'll have to get back to class pretty soon.

There are two types of controlling parents.

Those who cling too tightly and those who expect perfection.

From what I can see, sir, you appear to be the latter kind.

This type has very strict standards.

They want one thing for themselves and their kids: perfection.

- In fact, they demand it. - What?

No gold is pure. No human perfect.

But a father like you

doesn't seem to understand this philosophy.

By any chance, were you yourself abused as a child?

No matter. I do what I have to do to raise my son properly.

To make him good and upright. To make him honest!

To live by societal norms!

- That's gaslighting, sir. - How dare you?

Six months ago he attempted suicide.

He could get treated.

But if he can't overcome that, how will he succeed?

Is that how you want to lose him?

You little punk!

That's it, isn't it? Abuse and violence! I understand.

That's all there is. It's why I'm a gangster.

A student?! And also a gangster? Huh?! Let go!

Words can hurt just as much as a physical blow.

Words can be as sharp as knives and they can cause deep wounds!

Wounds that can last a lifetime.

To save Sae Gyeong, you need to seek help yourself.

I never hurt your son. He's already been hurt. By you.

Who do you think you are?!

If you were a man...

you would do what you can to make your son into a man.

That's what fathers do!

Sae Gyeong has a lot of studying to do this afternoon.

Go home and remove the CCTV.

Yes. Principal... Choi Myeong Hyeon here.

You feel better?

- Where is my dad? - He left.

He wouldn't just leave like that.

What did you do to make him leave?

I suggested he should seek some treatment.

Maybe start working on himself and some of his own trauma.

And you should too, for your survival.

You know, I don't think he's ever heard those words.

No one's ever talked to him about that.

No one would have dared.

Except me.

Why is everything so easy for you?

Everything you do is so straightforward and clear-cut,

whether it's your problems or mine.

Nothing is a big deal.

One day you've got to face your demons, my friend.

Once you confront them, nothing else can scare you.

Now, it's your turn. You have to use your voice.

Your words will have more power than mine with your father.

Alright. I'll try my best.

I'm not sure it'll work, but I will try.

Now remember, in your studies

take time and focus on your responsibilities

and always keep your future in mind.

Have confidence in who you are. Move forward and trust yourself.

You headed to study hall?

I think I'll come with you.

Midterms are coming up. You need to catch up.

Ah, yeah, midterms...

Let's go to the cafeteria. We'll grab some lunch first.

Looks good.

Sae Gyeong, my grandfather's visiting.

Let me introduce you. He's curious about you.

You took photos of me.

Well, yeah, I was just worried about you.

My father didn't even ask for them. You just took them.

You weren't honest with me, friend.

You betrayed me. You're disloyal.

Thanks to our study sessions you ranked first in your class.

Why did you do it?

I didn't wanna get you in trouble.

- I didn't wanna see you with... - Sorry, I don't wanna see you.

Could you leave, please? If you're done?

So, how was that?

Well, you had the right attitude.

Your charisma could improve. That's all.

Phew.

You came today! Study hard, OK?

"This is my favorite drink! Enjoy!"

This is my favorite, too.

I guess we have similar tastes, huh?

Yeah... Tastes... yeah...

Ah! Well, looky who's back, man!

What's up, buddy?

Did Lee Heon send you here?

You knew about his connection with those gangsters.

So, you bailed on us and sided with him!

What are you talking about? What does he have to do with them?

Han Jong Cheol is his uncle's cousin or cousin

or cousin's uncle!

He's a gangster?!

That bastard Lee Heon called that stupid gangster Jong Cheol!

- He told us not to touch you! - Lee Heon... What?!

I don't know! I don't understand it and it's driving me crazy!

We quit our jobs so we could look for you!

Do you know how much money I waisted?

He promised to give us jobs! And the next day: "Don't intervene!" What the hell?

Know what? We'll take you to the bosses.

We'll demand a job and if they refuse

we'll ask for compensation or else!

You know why I avoided you, guys?

I didn't fight back cuz I didn't wanna hurt you.

Yeah. I thought of you as friends.

I thought you bastards were my friends!

"Thank you for being there for me and giving me strength.

I'm gonna try to have a conversation with my dad tonight.

When you wake up, finish today's assignment."

Where is it? Where's my medication?

I feel like I'm going crazy!

Thank God you're here! What do we do?

What's going on?

Lee Mi Kyung hasn't brought the medication!

You! Call the assistant!

Tell them to bring the medicine or I'll die!!

Lee Mi Kyung can't come! She can't come anymore!

How? How will I get my medicine?

I'll go buy it myself! Don't stop me! I'm gonna die!

No! I'm coming apart! Please help me!

Please calm down.

- I'll go to the pharmacy. - Will you? Really?

Please hurry, OK?!

They were antidepressants. Will the pharmacy have them?

It would be better if she didn't take them.

I'll go to the pharmacy and get her a low dosage.

Then tomorrow I'll take her to the hospital to get treated.

Go and make her a nice cup of hot tea, will you?

I'll make her something to eat. Thank goodness. Go hurry!

Who prescribed this medication?

- Are they for you? - Why do you ask?

It's a very high dosage.

For depression and behavioral disorders.

If a patient has lethargy after antidepressants,

they're prescribed behavioral disorder drugs.

But it's rarely used because it can cause severe side effects and addiction.

Prescribing in high doses can be dangerous.

It can make life very difficult for the patient.

Side effects can be quite severe.

Hypersensitivity, insomnia, anxiety.

And in some rare cases, mental disorders

such as visual impairment, sudden seizures, panic attacks.

The effects can be terribly devastating.

Dong Soo, if I needed to, how could I meet Mi Kyung?

Well, she's pretty cagey. We can't contact her directly.

But if we leave a message with an intermediary,

she's sure to come on her own.

I needed to check in with her so I left a message.

I should hear back from her today. What's going on?

She's been giving my mother medication.

Highly addictive stuff and extremely dangerous.

It can even cause severe mental disorders.

She got the prescription in my mom's name so there's no legal way to prosecute her.

That's why I need to take these matters into my own hands right away.

I need you to find her.

Right now.

And then I want you to bring her to me.

Did he say "mental disorders"?

You talking about our nephew? Our nephew is going crazy?!

Mi Kyung's been pushing medication.

She's been giving it to Lee Heon's mother.

- Getting her addicted. - What?

What? Really? Let's go!

Sit down, sir! Mi Kyung saved Chil Seong's life.

Should we go after her? We promised to work for her.

Don't forget, all the buildings we manage are under her control.

If we pin this on Mi Kyung,

our entire organization is gonna find itself on the streets.

Remember, the gang members are on the run.

Not to mention...

I mean, really, do you even know where Mi Kyung is located?

How the fuck should we know?!

Well, then what do we do now?

Well, look at all of you just lounging around. Why did you even call me?

So, how is Lee Heon?

What are you idiots doing? I told you to find him!

Do not sit there!

What?

The Dong Soo gang. It's disbanding.

When Chil Seong was at the mercy of other factions...

you were the only one who helped us. You were there for us.

I once thought I could work under you like a dog,

because I wanted to rebuild.

I was wrong.

We should have disbanded, when Chil Seong was injured.

One of the things our bosses absolutely hated was

meddling with families and especially with minors.

Who's Mina?

Not "Mina". Minors.

We held back till now,

but shouldn't an uncle protect his nephew?

Lee Heon? Nephew?

Then, am I his sister or something?

You clowns. You know, you guys really need to learn how to read a family tree!

Hey! You owe me for saving your boss!

And you had better repay!

Oh yeah? And that's why we are letting you walk away now.

You know, we're doing you a pretty big favor.

Because we could just drag you out of here.

In return, go to our nephew,

get on your hands and knees and beg for forgiveness.

You have three days.

After that your favors have run out. You got that?

How dare you say that to me!

Let me go!! Let go!

Get your hands off me! You bastards!

All of you, lowlifes!

This territory is no longer yours, understand?

- It's no longer yours!! - Auntie!

My! You sound so threatening! Goodbye, now!

- You're dead! - Hope I don't see you again!

I know what I heard!

Remember that address I gave you?

You don't remember? Why?

We all went there that night. That was Lee Heon's house!

We went there to kidnap someone!

Hey. Let's go in.

Tell them if they don't reimburse us after looking for Jae Min, we'll report it.

Jae Min can't lie anyway. He'll just be up at the police station crying like a baby!

Then the Dong Soo faction will be done!

My friends!

Did I hear you know Lee Heon?

Yeah, we go to the same school.

Sounds like you guys have been through the ringer.

Hands up if you're in the same class.

Lee Heon... It wasn't you, right?

Hm? What's up?

This is called a classroom. And we're inside a school!

Where's Sae Gyeong? Has he arrived yet?

Wasn't it because of you

that Sae Gyeong collapsed a few days ago?

Yeah. Did you hit him?

And threaten Lee Jae Yun as well?

I don't know what you mean.

Hey, didn't you take Sae Gyeong to that inn

and force him to drink alcohol?

They said Sae Gyeong got bullied.

That you did the same thing Jae Min's crew did to you.

That's ridiculous! Where did you hear all this garbage?

My parents got this.

You've been reported for bullying.

Oh, no!

When Sae Gyeong's father came, he reported to the committee.

It's been reported that Lee Heon, a student in Class 3-3

has coerced my son into running away.

He's also been continuously harassing other students in this school.

Furthermore, he may be involved with organized crime.

Is it acceptable, that a student, such as this,

should be allowed to study with other students at this school?

- Absolutely not. - Absolutely not.

I propose we convene a committee for the prevention of bullying

which would prevent this from happening.

The principal has approved and if the school fails to act,

I intend to take the matter to the prosecutor

and we will see just what he can do about it.

Is this how it's going to be?

We are unable to connect your call.

Please try your call again later.

CHOI SAE GYEONG

Lee Heon? I'm calling on behalf of Jang Byeong Cheol,

Park Deok Jun and two other students.

Are you familiar with them?

Yes, I am.

They've just pressed charges against you for bullying.

Some kind of retaliation...

Being a high school student is pretty tough.

Man, I guess I underestimated you all.

Alright, then. Let's have some fun.

There's a woman, Lee Mi Kyung.

She gave the orders to kidnap my mom.

She's pulling the strings. She asked them to sue me.

Now do you see how pathetic your homies are? After this?

Now everyone knows you're getting sued?

And if we get counter-sued, your name is definitely coming out.

- You'd probably go to juvie. - Go on the offense.

We'd have the tactical advantage!

You? Graduate? While Lee Heon goes to juvie?

I'll tell you how.

Hand over as much evidence as you can find, from you or anyone else.

Prove they're the bullies and Lee Heon is the victim.

I thought you'd be at school today.

Don't you understand?!

Can’t you tell? What needs to be done.