Original subtitles

(Year 1999)

(Police)

(Uhm Jung Hwa)

(Song Seung Heon)

(EL, Oh Dae Hwan)

(Cha Chung Hwa, Hyun Bong Sik, Jo Yeon Hee)

(My Troublesome Star)

(Production Sponsors)

(Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and KOCCA)

(All people, incidents, and backgrounds...)

(in this drama are fictitious and unrelated to reality.)

(Also, children were filmed under production guidelines.)

It's me. I'm here.

- Where are you? - At your place.

Wait, you're here? But why?

Well, you got hurt helping me. How could I just ignore it?

I may not be able to treat you,

but I can at least make you porridge.

I'm telling you I'm fine. Okay?

Open the door.

What? Oh, you're already here?

I'm right outside your door! Hurry up!

This is heavy.

Just a minute! Wait! Hold on! Just a second!

You must be in too much pain to even move.

All right, just tell me the code. You just stay put.

I'll let myself in.

No, that's not it. It's just...

Hurry up. This is heavy.

Okay, it's 0728.

- I'll be right out. - Hello?

So 0728...

I dedicate this award to 0728,

who gave me great strength and courage...

when I was struggling.

The pork gukbap from Busan has the deepest broth.

The broth should be clear.

You need to add only a bit of salted shrimps.

You season it with salted shrimp. Here, let me.

Isn't Busan your hometown?

How did you know?

To all the people expecting the old Lim Se Ra,

the way I am now must be such a disappointment.

Back then and now, you seem the same to me.

I'm just glad you're safe. I mean it.

(Open)

I told you I'm okay.

What's wrong?

It's nothing.

Oh, come in. My goodness, what is all this?

Here, let me get that.

Come on in.

My type is a moderately masculine build,

and intense eyes that seem to look only at me.

With an honest voice...

He had absolutely no clue how to dress.

And his face was so tanned as if it were stained with dirt.

If I were that detective, I wouldn't like Lim Se Ra.

You kept putting down the rookie detective.

So what if I praise or critique him?

What's it to you, Detective?

Come on, it does concern me.

I mean, the thing is...

Don't tell me you've been pretending all this time?

Gosh. How long has it been since I've been to Busan?

Are you talking about that police station in Busan you mentioned?

You had so many chances to tell me the truth,

and you played dumb all this time?

No one's looking.

What is all this stuff?

Gosh.

People who live alone don't eat properly.

And you're sick, on top of that.

Do you even know how to cook?

Gosh! What's this?

What's your problem with hospitals? If you're sick, you see a doctor.

Why are you treating it yourself? Honestly...

Eel.

Gosh, I thought it was a snake. Anyway, I use first-aid medicine.

And I'm fine after a good night's sleep.

That's how you get a chronic injury. What, you think you're still young?

You think you're as spry as you used to be?

People think I'm in my 30s. I even get carded sometimes.

Look at you lying with a straight face.

Are you always such a good liar?

What? When have I ever lied to you?

There's really nothing?

Nothing you've hidden or lied about?

Well...

I don't think so.

Remember that detective I told you about?

The rookie detective with the accent who had no style.

Oh, you mean that guy from back in Busan?

The way you described him. How could I forget that?

His looks left a bit to be desired, but he was a good person inside.

"Left a bit to be desired?"

Oh, I see.

So what was so great about him on the inside?

He doesn't spin a yarn.

What kind of actress uses language like that?

Oh, forget it. Just go.

I need to cook. Hurry up and go.

But it's just an indulgence that's not worth the money.

Exactly.

Do you know who she's marrying?

We have to get married earlier.

So what?

Oh, so you're a "dating expert" now, not a "dating coach?"

What does that even mean to you?

What meaning?

You can't throw that...

Gosh!

I know you live alone, but still.

What on earth have you been living on?

I live on dew.

It's all ready. Come and eat.

You could have at least told me.

Seeing you get hurt and heartbroken...

I couldn't stand to watch it anymore.

As your true manager, I'd always be here for you.

So from now on, regarding Lim Se Ra, you go through me.

- Let's do it! - Let's do it!

And I didn't even realise he was right here beside me.

Excuse me.

The food you left out in the kitchen for us to share...

I really enjoyed it.

(This food is for you. Enjoy. Bong Chung Ja, Unit 406)

I'm glad you enjoyed it.

It's just that I can't rest easy after a free meal.

Oh, my goodness. That feels so good. This is amazing.

You have a hidden talent.

You have to learn whatever you can to get by.

Why live in a place like this?

Why do you live in a place like this, then?

You seem so young. Did you graduate from school?

I dropped out and got my GED.

I see.

Who cares about background nowadays, anyway?

I heard you used to be a super famous actress.

What, I don't look the part?

When I give massages,

sometimes I can sense someone's life through my fingertips.

How is mine?

- You haven't lived a pampered life. - Gosh.

You've got skillful hands.

I was worried you might have drugged it,

but it was actually quite delicious.

What on earth?

Do you think I'm crazy?

Why would I drug someone's food?

No, it's just that... I saw you in the kitchen before...

Before?

Never mind.

What? Why are you stopping mid-sentence?

What is it?

Come on, what is it?

Hey.

- Hey, I said stop filming! - Ms. Lim Se Ra!

Seriously!

Get out of here before I report you for trespassing.

This is all being broadcast. Watch your mouth.

What is all this?

Look, I asked for her manager but got no reply, so I came myself.

You all saw on TV that I live here. What more do you want to film?

The public is eager to hear your story of how you ended up here.

What do you mean, "here?" What's wrong with this place?

What do you mean, "here?"

Or is it just you who's curious, Mr. Reporter?

Why so determined to keep quiet? Are you hiding something?

That's...

For now, I'm focusing on my project. I'll reveal everything after that.

I'll even give you the exclusive. Deal?

I feel like a bigger story will break before then.

"Bigger?" What do you mean?

Gosh.

Anyone home?

I guess she's gone. Oh, well.

Eat every last bite and get better soon.

And don't you dare get me sick.

Actress Lim Se Ra, making her comeback after 25 years,

is now rumoured to be dating global Korean star, Won Ban.

On an online forum, photos of Won Ban and Bong Chung Ja...

being very affectionate on set have been posted...

and have since gone viral.

What do you mean you won't issue a statement denying the rumours?

(Won Ban and Lim Se Ra's Pink Romance)

Gosh. It means we won't confirm or deny.

You need to officially state that the rumours are unfounded.

That there's nothing going on between us.

And what would be the point of that?

- What? - Think about it.

This is Won Ban we're talking about.

An A-lister for nearly 30 years. A global superstar.

What do you possibly have to lose by being linked to him?

- I don't want this. - What if his people say it's fine?

Don't tell me...

Did you plant this story?

So all this "second prime" talk was a ploy to get me to do this?

Let's be blunt. You're yesterday's news.

Young people don't care about you. But Won Ban is a different story.

He's still bankable.

So you want me to ride his coattails to generate some buzz?

There we go. Now we're talking. Come on, high five!

Yes?

Oh, perfect timing. You told the press, "No comment."

And you spread that around, right?

"The two are absolutely not dating." I issued an official denial.

What? You punk.

I told you exactly what to do! To subtly hint that they're dating.

Why did you go do your own thing? Darn it!

Hey, Kang Du Won!

You lay one finger on my manager.

Look, why not use this opportunity and start dating Won Ban for real?

You've lost your mind!

Why not? It seems Won Ban still likes you.

Hey, Kang Du Won!

You're not exactly in a position to say no.

I mean, honestly, in your position,

with absolutely nothing to your name,

you should be on your knees,

thanking him for even looking at you.

Gosh, you're in this pathetic state, and you still can't grasp reality.

You don't even know your place. Darn it.

Watch your mouth.

What has gotten into you today?

I was kidding. Your look could kill.

Gosh, so scary.

This is just ridiculous.

Thanks.

Let's go.

Well, look at that. The punk's got some nerve.

Why was I intimidated? Unbelievable.

Gosh. That had me on pins and needles.

Do you have a grudge against Mr. Kang I don't know about?

Gosh, Detective. I've never seen you so angry before.

An actress?

The management agency that brokered the deal was Lim Se Ra's.

(Kang Du Won)

I never liked him from the start.

Did Mr. Kang give you a hard time when I wasn't around?

- No, not at all. - He must have been harassing you.

Goodness.

From now on, if anything happens, you have to tell me.

Don't let him walk all over you.

I'm here to protect you, Chung Ja. Not the other way around.

That's the whole reason I joined 2ONE Entertainment.

This is the absolute last time. Just turn a blind eye this once,

and just think about your future.

What? That girl...

What is it? Do you know her?

I've seen her around. She seemed off so I tried to talk,

but she seemed in pain.

You're so close to your debut. Are you going to give up like that?

- How? - Well...

She had bruises on her body.

That's why I've been worried about her.

Put your seat belt on.

Are you going to follow them? What for?

Call it a cop's hunch.

I'm just going to check it out.

Gosh! We're going to lose them.

What's that building?

- Wait here. - Be careful.

Can I help you, sir?

Oh, I'm here for the restaurant.

- There is no restaurant. - What's going on?

Just checking, sir.

Oh, the cold noodle place upstairs, right?

There isn't one.

Like I said, there isn't one. Now get out.

Please leave.

Yes, okay.

Was it the building next door?

You know that I'm only doing what I am told.

Just because you're told to, you do everything?

Could you have made me do this if I were your sister?

No way.

Kang Du Won. Is that crazy punk still at it?

Were you able to check it out?

Security's too tight to get in. There's no back entrance, either.

Looks like they're on the top floor. We can just come back later.

Hold on.

Let's just wait a little longer. At least until she comes out.

Excuse me.

Do you still...

not need someone to talk to?

I went through something difficult once, too.

So difficult that I couldn't tell a single soul.

Do you want to hear my story for a minute?

And why should I?

Because you remind me so much of myself back then.

What?

What?

What's going on?

Why are you telling me this?

You're just prying to see if the same thing happened to me.

No, it's not like that at all.

Coincidence? Please. I saw you following me from the office.

No, I think you've got the wrong idea.

Why? Did they tell you to spy on me?

Told you to see what I'd say?

I signed an NDA, and that should be enough!

No, that's not it.

Wait!

How long have you been standing there?

How could you leave while I slept? What if something happened?

I just thought it might be better if we talked girl-to-girl.

It didn't go well, though.

How can you possibly get through to kids like that?

You're not even a real manager,

so how do you know what it's like for trainees so well?

I've seen it before.

Someone who couldn't stop...

and ended up getting burned.

Please, help me.

Call 911.

- Hurry! Are you okay? - Are you okay?

What's the situation?

We got a DNA sample, but we can't identify the offender.

I think he put something in my drink.

I don't remember anything after that.

How did you end up there?

He said he'd make an introduction.

That it would help me land a role.

It's my fault.

I was so stupid to fall for that.

It's not your fault.

You did absolutely nothing wrong.

I'm going to catch those punks for you. No matter what.

I promise.

So, don't you worry. All right?

Do you promise?

I promise.

- Gosh, it's stuffy. - Boss.

How long has that punk been tailing us?

- About two weeks. - That's the same punk as before.

Yes.

Yes. Sir, I'm terribly sorry, but for now,

I'll handle your security from a different location.

No, it's nothing like that. Yes, we've got a fly buzzing around.

A horsefly. Yes.

He's, not the kind of guy an assemblyman should deal with.

But since he's a cop, it's tricky for me to take care of him directly.

Yes. Don't you worry about a thing.

Yes.

The darn horsefly!

Do you think I'm doing this for me? I'm doing this to save you!

Just drop it.

I said stop!

(Dokgo Cheol)

I'm off.

No!

It's all my fault.

I never should have gone there that day.

I was a fool to think I'd get a break...

if I just did what my agency said.

(Will)

I regret that stupid, split-second decision so much.

Detective, you were the only one on my side.

I'm sorry.

I'm the one who broke our promise, not you.

So, please, stop feeling guilty.

- Yes, Boss. - Hey, you still kicking?

Turns out there's a reason that woman has nine lives. Get it?

She has a pig stuck to her like a shadow,

playing bodyguard with his life on the line.

- What could even Kwak Jung Do do? - I'm sorry, sir.

You know me. I may not be book smart,

but I've gotten this far on loyalty alone.

- I never abandon my family. - I know, Boss.

Just lay low until after the election.

Just make sure Jung Do can't do anything stupid.

Yes, sir.

Excuse me.

I'm sorry. About the news article.

Why would you be?

I feel like I'm dragging down a big star,

like I've become a burden.

- Because you got involved with me. - I wanted this.

The only reason I took this part is because I heard you were in it.

I've been waiting a long time. After I gave you my number.

You still remember that?

Because I never stopped waiting.

- Se Ra. - What? What is it?

Why have you been spacing out?

What are you grinning about?

- "Because I never stopped waiting." - Oh, you heard that?

Oh, my goodness, Se Ra, you got a confession from Won Ban!

I thought my heart was going to explode!

Se Ra, you two should just go public!

No way.

What do you mean, "no way?" Is it not the right time to date?

Or, what, you're not into Won Ban?

Don't tell me...

It's not because of your manager, is it?

Oh, my. Are you insane?

You've lost your mind!

Are you rejecting Won Ban for a manager with a pretty face?

He's more than just a pretty face, you know.

Oh, my goodness.

Listen, he's that old and still a temp manager.

It's not that he couldn't. He chose not to.

Taking his side already?

Hello? I spent decades supporting a loser.

You need to get a grip.

- He's a detective. - A detective?

What detective?

A detective?

Mr. Manager.

I'm on your side.

I thought you were a fan of Won Ban's just a second ago.

Well, I have a bit of a weakness for law enforcement.

No wonder. I knew there was something special about you.

- Gosh, this is something else. - What...

Looking at you from the side...

- And from the front... - We're on set, so...

Even from the back...

That job really suits you.

- What do you mean? - Hey, that's sexual harassment.

Women can get arrested for that too, you know.

Hold on. Oh, my gosh, Hui Yeong!

This is actually perfect. Whenever the Won Ban rumours came up,

you'd get so stressed out. But I guess that's over now.

And all thanks to Se Ra, no less.

The public loves shipping singles. It's not like this is anything new.

But isn't this a little different, though?

I heard Won Ban liked Se Ra best.

Now what are you talking about?

- I overheard it earlier. - Okay.

- Won Ban said to Se Ra... - Hui Yeong.

Please, get ready.

You should go.

Gosh, you're gorgeous.

Those two look great together, don't they?

So, what was it that Won Ban said?

- He said... - Oh, don't listen to her.

Everything she says is baseless.

Well, I'd still like to hear it.

Wait a minute. My stories are baseless?

Oh, please.

Then is any of the gossip from your clients ever true?

This time I heard it clearly with my own two ears, okay?

Right, so could you just tell me what it was you heard? Please.

Hey, I said no spreading of rumours. And you're on set doing it again.

Fine, I won't! I won't say anything.

Seriously. I swear I won't say another word.

- No, wait... - I'm just so upset.

Why did I get married for this?

Marrying you was a mistake.

- Wait, but... - Wait, what were you going to say?

Seriously, why did he come?

Darn it.

Yes?

What about Ju Seung Pil?

He just got to the club.

He's practically clocking in here every day.

All right, keep a close eye on him.

Will Kwak Jung Do show up?

He could only hide for so long. He is bound to show his face.

- Just keep watching. - But I can't tomorrow.

Why not?

Wine club again?

No, it was all guys, so I quit. Nowadays, it's all about makgeolli.

Oh, makgeolli. Right.

Okay.

Enjoy your drinks tomorrow. But today, you must stick with it.

Okay. I'm hanging up.

Man, what a time to be alive. Seriously.

Yes, it's so much better.

Oh, no, it's nothing.

You have tomorrow off, right?

A deposit of 16,000.45 dollars. Is that correct?

Yes, that's correct.

You've now paid off all the late fees and the principal.

We were about to seize your assets, so I'm glad you made it in time.

Tell me about it.

But she was marked as present. What do you mean she's not there?

Look, I even got a text message saying she checked in.

How can she not be here? That makes no sense.

Hey, are you okay?

Your debut is coming up soon. Your schedule must be insane, right?

Still, I'm so jealous.

Honestly, who knows how long I'll be stuck as a trainee.

Nothing to be jealous of. This wasn't just handed to me.

What's that supposed to mean?

Practice is a wrap for today.

Where have you been?

Mom.

Take this off.

Mom!

What is this?

I told you I want to be a star. No, I'm going to be a star!

Which is exactly why I told you in no uncertain terms not to do it.

And you insist on going down this path anyway.

It's my life, not yours, Mom. This is what I want to do!

And look at what this life did to your aunt.

That path ended up destroying her. And you want to do the same?

Look at her now.

She's made a huge comeback.

No. Absolutely not!

I'm going to sue this darn company.

How dare they go behind my back and sign a minor?

- I submitted a consent form! - What consent form?

I never gave my permission! So who signed it?

Baek Ja?

Well, you're looking pretty good.

Is something wrong?

Are you happy now you've dragged my daughter into this snake pit?

Are you happy to be back in that wretched world you came from?

A snake pit? I don't know what's going on, but...

It's not that you don't know. You just don't want to.

It's always been all about you, hasn't it?

You're the kind of person who never cared about family.

I've been letting this slide, but aren't you going too far?

Now you're acting like the Bong Chung Ja I know.

How have I gone too far?

From the day I debuted as a student to the moment I had my accident,

I never lived a single moment for myself.

I hid that we were family so it wouldn't affect your studies.

I was dragged to the police for Dad, and had my hair pulled by victims.

I don't know what...

I don't know what I've done that's so terrible in your eyes,

but after my accident and amnesia, I tried to come back out of guilt.

Do you have any idea how hard I struggled?

That was for the family, you say?

The money I made after my comeback,

I spent it all on you and Dad.

What more do you want from me?

Fine.

You think acting like a decent human for a bit changes who you are?

It must be convenient for you not to remember.

You don't remember what you did, how you left and cut us all off.

I cut you all off?

You should have stayed away for good.

What's the point of this darn blood tie?

Well, how am I supposed to know if you don't tell me?

You forgot it all, so you have peace.

No need to stir up old troubles.

I won't let my daughter ruin her life,

trying to become a celebrity like you.

So don't ever show your face to us. Not to Da Hee,

and not to me.

We don't need you.

You don't remember what you did, how you left and cut us all off.

Excuse me.

- You have another visitor. - A visitor?

You can't run away over this.

This is partly your fault, Aunt. So I'll be crashing here for a bit.

Have you seen the mess in this room? You still want to stay here?

It's better than home with my mom.

When you had me sign that, you should've said what it was for.

You wouldn't have signed it if I had.

My goodness, who do you get that from?

Mom always says I'm a spitting image of you.

I'm telling you, your mom will never back down.

Neither will I.

Then what's your plan?

I'm going to make it big and prove her wrong.

So you're not going home until that happens?

Please keep our relationship a secret from the agency.

How can you be sleeping right now?

Da Hee is with me,

so don't worry.

Hold on a second.

It's simple. This is my niece, Bong Da Hee.

And this is my aunt.

Okay, so aunt and niece. You're both with 2ONE Entertainment,

and you want me to keep it quiet. Is that about right?

Right? Gosh.

And how long do you think a secret like that will last?

Well, your detective secret is safe, isn't it?

Hey, that's... What?

Hey, you can't say that out loud!

Don't worry. You hide our secret, I'll hide yours.

Da Hee, get in the front. Let's roll!

All right.

Look, I didn't ask for this, but I'm your guardian for now,

so come home right after practice.

Home? It's a gosiwon.

Call me if you're going to be late.

Hey, answer me!

- Fine. - Go on.

You got this!

Don't say a word. I'm already completely overloaded.

You know, you two really look alike.

How so?

You've both got spunk.

What spunk?

Did he, or did he not, say that last time was the final time?

He did, sir.

He said it would be the last time after the election.

Gosh. It's always "the last time."

What about the girl I sent last time?

Well... He requested a new one.

That freeloader has no right to be so darn picky.

- Hello, sir. - This is our newest trainee.

- Is she 6th batch or 7th? - She's pretty.

- Let's see you blossom. - Yes, sir.

- I thought the last one was fine. - Hey.

Who was it?

- Her name's Riley? - Riley?

Yes.

Riley, are you ready? Come on down.

I'm so jealous. She's getting called up already.

Riley.

Hey. I want to make the debut team, just like you.

And?

I just met with the CEO, and he said I have potential.

- He really said that to you? - Can I go with you?

- Do you even know where I'm going? - It's somewhere good, right?

Hey, how did you get in here?

Oh, I'm with 2ONE Entertainment.

What's your name?

It's... Riley.

Riley?

Yes, that's her.

What are you talking about? She already came up.

Who are you?

Are you saying 25 years ago, you met the dead Assemblyman Do Ik Hwan?

He was wearing the same watch, so I just assumed it was him,

Oh, hey, I was just about to call you.

Reflect on yourself before you ask a favour.

Why do I have to work overtime?

It's just for today. See anything unusual?

Unusual?

As a matter of fact, there is.

What?

That bruiser, Kwaw Jung Do's right-hand man.

- The way he's moving is suspicious. - What about it?

Just a hunch.

Don't do anything stupid.

Hey. He's on the move.

Hey! Don't follow him, it's too dangerous.

What? Hey, I said don't go!

Come on!

Gosh. Where are you? I'll be there.

Don't get caught and just watch. Okay?

Don't make a move on your own.

This guy, I swear.

Say,

the sizes here are so limited. You don't carry sizes 77 or 88?

Gosh.

This one could work. What do you think of this?

Gosh.

If you try that on and it rips, you have to pay for it.

Something happened 25 years ago, didn't it?

What are you talking about?

The day of Se Ra's award ceremony. You didn't get in the car afterward.

Where were you?

That was decades ago.

Isn't it weird you remember that?

I have to close up.

- Leave. - That the accident was imminent.

You knew, didn't you?

What, are you saying I pushed Se Ra to her death?

Gosh. Why so defensive?

Don't tell me it was you.

The one leaving mean comments online, was that you?

The truth will come out when the evidence is revealed anyway.

What evidence?

Now that Se Ra has it, it's only a matter of time.

Lim Se Ra has the audio file?

Audio file?

I'm curious...

about what secrets it might be hiding.

An audio file?

I heard before your accident, you caused a big scene with someone.

The man with the watch.

Didn't you go after him because you heard that audio file?

I don't remember anything before or after, so I have no idea.

I'm sure the secret from 25 years ago is in that file.

If I did listen to it,

I wonder where it could be now.

My feelings for you have never changed.

And they never will.

(To be continued in Episode 5)

Turn it on.

Goodness, go to sleep. Do you know what time it is?

- Turn it on. Come on. - All right, fine.

("Jewellery Store Girl")

("Jewellery Store Girl")

Who is it?

Hello?

This is Riley. Do you remember me?

Oh, yes. What's this about?

A fellow trainee seems to be in danger,

and she needs help. You were the only one I thought of.

In danger? Who?

What? Da Hee?

Where did Da Hee go?

Gosh, why is traffic so bad? Unbelievable.

Faster! Come on.

- Okay. - We really have to get there fast.

I know. Just a second.

Hey, why are you cutting me off?

This traffic is already driving me crazy.

That's it. I'm getting out and running.

Are you crazy? Where are you going alone?

You keep trying to call the detective, okay?

Wait, it's dangerous!

No! What are you going to do by yourself?

This is insane. Please.

What is your business here?

I need to get inside right away. It's urgent.

This is a restricted area.

I'm Lim Se Ra. The actress, Lim Se Ra.

You don't recognise me?

Lim Se Ra, the actress with 2ONE Entertainment? Is that correct?

Yes, that's right. I was told to come here immediately.

They said to come to the top floor immediately.

Please wait a moment. I need to confirm with upstairs.

Oh my gosh, what's that? What's wrong with that person?

Hey! Stop her!

Get out.

Over here.

And who is this?

She lied about being from 2ONE to sneak in. We caught her.

I didn't lie.

I really am a trainee at 2ONE Entertainment.

The company doesn't know I'm here.

So you don't know where you are? What's your name?

You're a feisty one, aren't you?

Get over here.

Get over here!

Let go! I said, let go of me!

- Let me go! - Da Hee!

Da Hee, are you in there?

I'm in here!

Da Hee, are you okay?

Da Hee!

Be quiet!

The detective will be here soon. Okay?

- Just hang on a little longer. - Aunt!

Aunt!

- Clear out the room. - Da Hee!

Open the door.

Open the door!

Disable the security! Now!

Oh, no!

Da Hee?

Aunt!

Are you okay? Are you hurt anywhere?

- I'm okay. - You sure?

Come on, let's go.

We can take the elevator.

No, we don't have the key. Let's take the emergency exit.

Hurry.

Isn't it pathetic? All that work, just to end up here.

Such an amateur move.

It's over for you. The police are on their way,

and everyone will find out what you've done.

We already took care of the evidence.

So, should we take care of the witnesses now?

What are you talking about?

Who do you think gets here first? The cops? Or our clean-up crew?

- Go down! - No, I can't!

I can't go down alone.

Go, now! The police will be here soon.

Go and get them, hurry!

What?

Dokgo!

You came by yourself?

Gosh, I told you not to go off by yourself.

I came with this guy.

I see.

- Ju Seung Pil. - Took your sweet time getting here?

How does it feel?

You searched the world for me, and I'm right under your nose.

Right. I'm just so overwhelmed. You ignored all our summonses.

Well, now, you folks are a bit slow on the uptake, aren't you?

The old case closed with no charges. It wasn't that I didn't go.

There was no need for me to go.

So, are you here to rack up some new charges?

Attempted murder and aggravated assault on an officer.

- Get him. - Yes, sir!

Hold on.

Yes!

We must verify the report. so please step aside.

We have no confirmation of that. You're not permitted to enter.

What do you mean it's not confirmed? Let them in, now!

There's a kid up there! Hurry!

Help me!

Oh, my! Da Hee!

Aunt...

Aunt is up there!

Oh my gosh, no! She's up there! Open the door now!

- Help! - Oh, no!

Go!

Dokgo, behind you! Watch out!

(Epilogue)

Oh no, my script! Oh, I'll be right back.

You should've paid attention.

You've got me all flustered. I'll be right back.

- Okay. - Goodness, I'm so...

Take your time.

People get like that when they get older.

Mister, are you really a detective?

Why would a detective also be a manager?

It's complicated grown-up business.

I see. You like my aunt, don't you?

What? Me?

Me, like your aunt? No, absolutely not.

It's strictly professional, you know?

So you go through that for her for no reason?

What is she to you?

You've got quite a mouth on you for a kid.

How am I supposed to explain this?

Okay, this is top secret. Got it?

For real.

- The truth is, - Yes?

I used to be a big fan of your aunt's.

You don't know what a big star she was, right?

That was ages ago. It was before I was even born.

Was it? You're really young.

Anyway, you might not know because it was before your time,

but back then, you couldn't turn on TV without seeing a Lim Se Ra ad.

Makeup, phones, soft drinks, cars... Her face was on almost everything.

And don't even get me started on her shows.

In the violent crimes unit, an office crawling with tough cops,

the second Lim Se Ra came on TV,

everyone from the cops to the perps went dead silent.

I'm serious. Back then, when her show was on,

the streets were completely empty. It was "Se Ra Time." So all went in.

Man, the whole world went crazy just to glimpse Lim Se Ra.

For real.

Think I could be like her someday?

- Want my honest opinion? - Yes.

I'd say...

the two of you are the same.

She's here.

Sorry. I'm late. We have to go. Now.

- Okay, let's roll. - Let's go.

(My Troublesome Star)

She's been badly injured. She's on her way to the hospital.

If we really go for 2ONE, something's bound to come up, right?

Of course. Hey, wait.

What's that?

We won't let you fight this alone, not like before.

Are they determined to ruin me? Darn it!

Because my eyes are finally wide open.

Is this the best you can do? You just wait.

I found out...

what you've done.