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-Here's your present. -Let's take a picture.

-It's really pretty. -Smile!

Happy birthday to you

Happy birthday to you

Happy birthday, dear Tae-o Happy birthday to you

Come on.

Great...

Hurry up and blow out the candles. Come on.

It's my birthday, but there are no cards or presents.

I'm disappointed.

You have a card. My credit card, to be exact.

I don't have a present, but I do have something to say.

Since you're 20 now, you should stand on your own two feet.

Really?

Wait, are you going to buy me a house?

Just a small studio apartment.

One's independence should start from the bottom.

Oh, please. You started afloat thanks to Grandpa's fortune.

Hey, Tae-o!

Shit! Jesus Christ!

I'm here to eat steak, not to be grilled like one.

I'm sorry.

Gosh, the flames! Just get out of my sight!

It's all right.

You should've been more careful.

My steak's on fire right now.

Dad, then...

give me Grandpa's house, the one I grew up in.

That house?

You need someone to clean it anyway.

Houses that are cared for last longer.

Wouldn't you rather have your son care for it?

It's better than keeping it empty.

Gosh, he's not ready to be independent.

What if he brings girls home and knocks one of them up?

You can't. It's too soon.

Damn...

Oh, my bad. Our stepmom...

No, I mean...

I shouldn't have said that since you got married to Dad because he knocked you up.

Really?

Wait, was I a mistake?

Wow, I respect your determination!

My gosh! Why would you say such a lie?

Enough!

I will drop by unannounced once a week.

It must be Grandpa's house. I don't want any other house.

If I find even a single strand of a girl's hair...

you're coming back home, all right?

I won't have any girls over. I swear on my life.

Damn it. Is that a knife you're pointing at me?

Dad, let me offer you a shrimp.

Here, go ahead.

Leave it, you weasel.

Come on, try it.

Drop it and sit down.

Sure.

Dad said he'd come by once a week,

but he hasn't come for months now.

I'm fine with it, though, since that's what I wanted anyway.

A 20-year-old shouldn't live in solitude.

If only I could live with...

I mean,

if only I could sleep with my lady.

21 YEARS OLD

I'm ready to enjoy the promiscuous life now.

All I need is a beautiful lady.

You prepared all of this for me?

Hey, do you have any idea how expensive that is?

Why are you here? What about your studies?

I quit and my folks kicked me out.

That being said,

could I perhaps keep you company tonight?

-Oh, honey! -Don't call me that!

Honey, what's wrong? Come on.

My young spirit...

came to bite me in the ass.

22 YEARS OLD

You scared me!

Hey, Do-hyeon, what are you doing here unannounced?

Our kitchen's being renovated so I can't concentrate because of the noise.

-Hey, my exam is in two days too. -Go somewhere else. There are other rooms.

Unbelievable.

You're unbelievable.

Darn it.

I wanted a beautiful lady,

but all I got were these good-for-nothing friends.

23 YEARS OLD

I'm not one to give up, though.

BLIND DATE AT 7 P.M. WITH HOT KOREAN MAJOR

Right now, just before the blind date I've been waiting for,

a girl...

pops into my mind.

MESSAGE FROM TAE-O

Arriving in ten minutes. See you out front.

SEIZED ITEM

A CLOSE FRIEND WHO'S ONLY JUST A FRIEND?

Please leave a message after the beep.

When are you going to stop avoiding my calls?

Your only daughter is living alone in a house with no running water.

Aren't you worried?

Your daughter even has to use the toilet at a nearby diner.

"Ma'am,

I'm sorry, but could I use the toilet?"

Should a 23-year-old lady have to ask such a thing?

EVICTION NOTICE

The red sticky notes seem scary,

and the court keeps sending mail.

It's something about an auction and a nominal transfer,

but I don't understand any of it.

I'm freaking out here, Mom.

So pick up the phone, for God's sake!

I'm not deaf, you know!

My gosh!

Dry your hair, will you? You look like a ghost.

I'd like nothing more than to be one.

Hey, Song-i, listen to me carefully.

Today's the last day I'm giving you a ride on the back of my scooter.

What?

Because today...

-Well, today-- -Why can't I ride on your scooter anymore?

You're the one who picks me up every morning.

I'm going to ride your scooter until I graduate.

Are we not going?

Right, we're going now.

REST IN PEACE

IN MOURNING

-Gosh! -Song-i.

-What on earth happened? -Song-i!

My gosh!

What on earth happened?

What am I going to do?

That's when I realized...

I needed to be there for Song-i.

CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM APPLICATION GUIDE

Our teacher told me to give it to you just in case.

The application is closed,

but they said they'll wait if you're still interested.

How can I go anywhere when my mom's all alone now?

I'm good.

I didn't even want to go anyway.

Well, Song-i...

I don't know...

what to say to comfort you...

Don't bother.

Some people...

just lose their dads first, I guess.

Wow, it seems like it's raining, Song-i.

Jeez, this isn't good at all.

Why does it have to rain now?

Can you stop talking? Your voice is too loud.

Look, your hands are all wet.

Rain fell on your eyes as well.

Why on earth is the rain only falling on you?

Song-i.

My mom died around this time of year as well.

Didn't you say she passed away when you were a child?

You don't even remember it.

Right.

It's better not to remember.

The memories make it even harder.

I'd rather have amnesia at this point.

It doesn't feel good to have your memories stolen either.

Even though I don't have any memories of her,

it still hurts not to have a mom.

You know, it's like I never had a mom from the beginning.

But it still feels strange and painful.

I got used to not having her around though.

You'll get used to it too.

Not having a dad, I mean.

Also...

you'll be able to move on quickly because you have me.

You jerk.

You idiot.

You're pretty when you smile.

Yun Tae-o!

Did you buy the sausage bread?

You didn't?

Here!

Come on up!

Hey, it's raining.

-Tae-o, do you have an umbrella? -Yes, I do. I'll go and get it.

Here you go.

Who?

Yun Tae-o?

You're going to tell Tae-o you like him?

What do you need my permission for?

Are you sure there's nothing going on between you two?

Is there something?

You two are usually joined at the hip.

Everyone's debating whether or not you two are dating.

We're not. Why won't you believe me?

Tae-o's really good looking.

How can you not fall for a face like that?

Hey.

That's because you didn't see him when he was a kid.

He went from zero to average.

So you've never had any feelings for Tae-o? Not even once?

No.

Really?

He's sweet and charming and kind,

but he's not my type.

No... There's definitely something between you two.

I agree. There's definitely something between them.

Nice. Let's share the umbrella.

I don't want to.

What?

Walk home in the rain.

Hey, Yun Tae-o!

Jeez, what's wrong with you?

Come on, share it with me.

-Hey, over there! -Hey!

Darn it!

Hey!

Why, you little...

Come on. Hey!

Take that!

Come on. Hand it over.

-Bye. -Hey!

Stop right there!

Give it.

Hey!

As always, I'm grateful for the ride. I'll look forward to many more.

Hey, Han Song-i.

Like I said,

this is the last time I'll be giving you a ride.

Why?

I...

I'll be dating someone soon.

Did you just snort?

Is that what you were so serious about?

Are you seeing someone?

I will be, after the blind date. My friend says she's super hot.

Did that super hot girl already agree to date you?

Song-i, for guys like me,

the success rate for blind dates is 100 percent.

If things go well, I won't drive you around.

In your dreams.

-Hot girls rarely go on blind dates. -What do you mean?

Hot girls don't need to go on those.

They're already taken.

I see.

So that's why you've never had a boyfriend.

No guy ever snatched you up.

Good luck on your blind date, then. Just don't talk. That'll help you.

Just so you know, girls dig my deep voice.

Song-i!

People do say we should dream big.

I'll see you around, then.

Fine, whatever.

Why do I always act childishly around her?

He's good-looking, as always.

-His beauty is persistent. -That I agree with.

Gosh, not that again.

Have you never had feelings for him?

He's a total catch.

You've been friends with him for 20 years.

Has it already been that long?

Damn, I'm sick and tired of him.

Hey, you don't realize it because he's always by your side.

Just you wait and see.

You'll come to your senses when another girl swoops in.

She's right. Tae-o's famous in his department.

-Right. -He's Mr. First Love. Didn't you know?

Mr. First Love?

Him?

When it comes to first loves,

it is important that the guy is approachable.

When you first see Tae-o, you think, "Me? With a guy like him?"

But, unexpectedly, he's like the boy-next-door.

-Hi, Tae-o. -Hey, what's up?

Darn, my stomach hurts.

Shoot, bang!

-My gosh! -Did you get wasted yesterday?

I'm not you, you know.

You look pretty when you're bloated.

You jerk!

-He's cute but completely approachable. -Tae-o.

Here comes Tae-o!

That's why all the girls imagine themselves

already dating him.

You just wait and see. Once he gets a girlfriend,

the other girls will drown themselves in alcohol.

I agree.

Still, I actually prefer Mr. Last Love.

Oh, right. I forgot about him.

There's a Mr. Last Love?

It's hard to read him at first. He's even quite intimidating.

He's prickly with almost everyone.

Do-hyeon...

Could I have a minute?

I have something to say.

Say it here.

Right here? That's a little...

-Are you going to tell me you like me? -How did you know?

You've been trying to talk to me for days.

And it was really obvious.

I've felt this way since the freshman orientation.

-I'm going to have to say no. -Why?

I'm quite a catch, you know.

I don't have the time to get to know you.

I may sound cold, but I think

it's more polite to turn someone down right away if I don't like her.

There's no need for you to be polite with me.

I'll get going, then. I have a class.

You know how it is, though.

Some guys you just want to trust and follow.

He has that vibe about him.

He's the kind of person

who'll always be with you until the end.

Were the nicknames necessary?

I'm intrigued, though.

I know, right?

Would you like to go and see him?

-I'm good. -Why not? Let's go!

-I said I'm good. -Let's just go by ourselves.

Please enjoy your meal.

She's cute.

You're fast.

It just happened naturally. I followed my line of sight.

FELLOW MENTORING PROGRAM APPLICATION

Are you applying for that?

Yes.

For which one? There are a few.

Civil servant.

Civil servant?

Well, it suits you.

Stiff, boring, but honest and trustworthy.

I'd trust the government if it was in the hands of someone like you.

I'm right about it being boring, though.

Jobs shouldn't be for fun.

Fun is what makes you work harder.

I don't need any of that.

I like certainty, no matter what shape it comes in.

-Certainty? -You won't get fired

and there's a pension, so it's a stable job.

That's certainty for me.

The average life expectancy is 100 years. Don't predetermine how you'll live.

-Circumstances will change. -I don't have time for a detour.

That's only for people who are well-off.

Most guys look for a girlfriend as soon as they are discharged from the army.

But you're looking for a mentor.

I'm going on a blind date today.

I'll set you up with someone if things go well.

I'm good.

But she's hot. Want to see a photo?

I'm only joking. There's no photo.

You don't even know what she looks like?

It's fun.

Is the food ready?

Yes.

There's a spoon missing.

-Check the photos. -Sure.

Let's hurry up, guys.

-Check the microphone. -Sure.

-Let's start the rehearsal. -Okay.

JEONGHAN UNIVERSITY DEPARTMENT OF BIOLOGY HEAD PROFESSOR CHOE SEOK-HWAN

Yes, this way.

Do, do, re, mi, fa, so, so, do, re, mi, fa, so,

so, la, ti, do, do, re, mi, fa, so.

Wait, the name should be visible.

HEAD PROFESSOR CHOE SEOK-HWAN

That's more like it.

Professor Choe.

Goodness, sir. You're here.

-Congratulations. -Congratulations.

You're here quite early.

Of course, I should be here early.

It's none other than your family event.

We're honored to have you congratulate us.

How does it feel?

From the photos, your son seems to be quite handsome.

Well, it's bittersweet.

Hold on. Your son's name is Hun, right?

Yes, he's studying for the college entrance exam again.

That boy is so stubborn. He keeps saying that he wants go to the school I went to.

I see he's as greedy as you.

My gosh, sir!

Even with the smallest of trembles

You feel like a tidal wave to me

Just like a fever

-Over there... -Every moment of every day

Him over there.

I swim through your world

Isn't that your son?

All of this

Every time, everywhere, I will be by your side

Just smile like you always do

Every moment...

Push-up position!

You went there knowing that it was the wedding of my boss' son?

Are you that dense?

I honestly didn't know.

Who cares about that when you do gigs?

Lift your legs.

You still...

haven't given up on doing musicals, have you?

Gosh, honey!

Stop it, already!

I've had enough of you.

Get out.

Fine.

-Right now! -Fine.

Leave everything you bought with my money!

Fine.

Choe Hun!

I said everything.

My goodness.

I'll leave.

Fine, I'll leave.

I'll return when I make a name for myself,

so stay healthy until I do, all right?

Why you little... How dare you!

-Honey, just stop! -You imbecile!

-Was the beating not enough for you? -Honey, just stop it, please!

You imbecile!

Hun!

-Hun! -You ungrateful fool!

Come back here!

You ungrateful bastard!

What? Why? Oh, gosh!

-I'm not that kind of person! -Get away from me!

-Get away from me! -Please. It's just a misunderstanding.

My gosh!

-What? Please don't yell. -What a pervert. Get lost!

-What did you just say to me? -Go away!

-Get away from us! -You...

I'll come back for you. You're dead meat!

Get lost, already.

Shut it!

That's not it. I'm not that kind of person!

Please hear me out!

The application for the school dorm has been taken care of

so there's nothing you need to worry about.

On weekends, you'll stay at the hotel with your mom.

Every weekend?

You know how worried your mom gets.

INCHEON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

I'll go and change in the restroom.

I don't think this will be comfortable for a 12-hour flight.

Of course.

Let me carry that for you.

I'm going to the restroom.

Oh, right.

If you're reading this note,

then it means that my plan succeeded, right?

It's just that for all my life,

I've never been on a real vacation.

I'll stay at a friend's house for a while

and enjoy a long-overdue vacation.

Don't worry too much.

I'll call you soon, Mom.

Where to, miss?

YUN TAE-O, 121 YEONHA-RO, MAPO-GU, SEOUL

Seoul, please.

Take me to Yeonha-dong.

Yes, of course.

Hello?

Yes, it's me. It's been a while.

I'm working right now.

At my house? Right now?

-What do you think you're doing? -Who are you?

I live here.

That's absurd. We just met the owner inside.

Be careful with that. Please be gentle.

Yes, that's right.

Did you really live here until this morning?

Wasn't it scary?

Everything had red stickers on them.

I had nowhere else to go.

What about your parents?

My dad passed away.

I've been trying to reach my mom,

but I haven't been able to reach her.

I understand the situation you're in,

but we bought this house at an auction following all the legal procedures.

But it's my house.

I understand your situation--

My dad built it himself.

He chose the tiles and put all the finishing touches to it.

Look for a bag that can fit your things.

You should take what you can and pack up the rest of your things later

when you're ready.

This is the best I can offer you, all right?

Stop. I'll do it myself.

SONG-I STARTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SLEDDING SLOPE

SONG-I STARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL

SONG-I GRADUATES FROM MIDDLE SCHOOL

Thanks for helping out on such short notice.

Don't mention it.

Why hasn't the house been cleared out, though?

The owner probably ignored the eviction notice.

Many people do that.

Da-eun.

Mom!

Goodness, did you have fun?

Bye.

-Bye! -You must be hungry.

-Bye, Da-eun. -Are you hungry?

-Bye, Da-eun. -Let's go home and eat. Come on.

-Here you go. Thank you and come again! -Thank you.

Dad.

-Hey. Did you do well? -I did.

I'm sorry for only being able to get you jobs like that.

It's all right.

-Was everything okay at the diner? -Yes, nothing happened.

-I'll head out after I grab my things. -Sure thing. Take care.

GRADE 7 CIVIL SERVANT TEST SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Stop. I'll do it myself.

Hey, Tae-o.

Tae-o!

Hey, Yun Tae-o!

Hey, Tae-o!

Tae-o!

Yun Tae... Damn it...

Gosh, where the hell is he?

He's never home when I need him.

Damn it!

Then...

I will begin the one-man Olympic games.

Stepping onto the ground with confidence is Choe Hun.

Look, Choe Hun is throwing his fans gifts.

Now that's how one should treat his fans.

Choe Hun is warming up.

He is getting ready to sting like a bee.

Off he goes!

The fact that he doesn't give up until the end

is what makes him...

amazing!

Ten out of ten. Yes!

He sets a new Olympic record!

Tae-o. Yun Tae-o!

Is that a girl?

Who is it?

It's me, Ga-rin.

O Ga-rin.

O Ga-rin?

Who are you?

Doesn't Yun Tae-o live here?

-He does, but who are you? -I'm a friend of Tae-o's.

What? I'm a friend of his too.

Oh, this...

I'm in a bit of a sticky situation, you see.

I'm not that kind of guy, all right?

Han Song-i?

Choe Hun?

What is that you're wearing?

What about you?

Did you just come from a restaurant?

Do you all have business here?

We're here to see Tae-o.

Yun Tae-o?

He's my friend.

His friend?

I'm his friend too.

I'm also Yun Tae-o's friend.

Damn it. I have to be there 30 minutes before she arrives.

Wow...

That's the kind of girl I'd like to meet at the blind date.

Subtitle translation by Hye-lim Park