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(Production Support Ministry of Culture and Tourism, KOCCA)

(This drama is fictional.)

(Animals and children were filmed under production guidelines.)

Sell yourself to me.

Sell what?

You. Han Seon Ho.

- What? - I'll buy you.

What in the world is that supposed to mean?

I want to buy your likeness rights, Writer Han.

His likeness rights?

Starting tomorrow,

you'll be working at It's YOU.

- See you then. - Excuse me.

Please review the contract carefully,

and we'll see you at the office.

(Yeonwoo, Kim Hyun Jin)

(Jo Yoon Seo, Choi Byung Chan)

(Lim Ji Eun)

(Love Phobia)

During the project, all rights of the Han Agency...

and its writer's likeness rights, will belong to It's YOU,

and this includes all employees of Han Agency.

What do you think they'll do with the likeness rights?

They must be up to something.

It doesn't say what the project is,

and the terms are too good to be true.

With terms this good...

We're basically being sold off.

Manager Han.

They plan to take full advantage of Seon Ho's public image.

They want to restore their image that Park Jeong Won ruined,

and win back their female customers.

So that's what this is all about.

I'll buy you.

You.

Gosh.

I can't just let this happen.

You feel the same way, right?

We must play this great opportunity the right way.

- Han Baek Ho. - Manager Han.

Look, it's not like we have another choice.

The agency has been handed over anyway.

Says who?

- No way. - Writer Han.

- This scrap of paper... - Writer Han, calm down.

- You'd threaten me with this trash? - Don't.

- Don't! Writer Han, calm down! - No.

- No! - Let go.

It'll work.

What makes you so sure?

If he doesn't play along,

I'll just crush their agency.

Then he'll have no choice but to give in.

You're getting a kick out of this, aren't you?

Sort of.

Wait. A spike in appetite.

That's a sign Yoon Bi Ah is going into battle mode.

I'll buy you.

What?

What's this? Why are you smiling?

You're enjoying this, aren't you?

- No, I didn't smile. - Yes, you did. I just saw you.

- No, you must have imagined it. - No way. I saw it plain as day.

No, I wasn't smiling, and I'm not enjoying this.

No, I saw it clearly. The corners of your mouth curled up.

No, they went down.

No, they went all the way up. You were totally smiling.

- It's because the food is good. - But you said you weren't smiling.

I misspoke.

Hello, this is Writer Han Seon Ho.

I'm calling about a new book. I was hoping we could talk.

If I sign with you, how much of an advance could I get?

Is that all?

I see. Thank you.

I'll get back to you.

Writer Ji Young.

You're still here?

Just tidying up before I go.

I'm back!

- What's all that? - I splurged a little.

As of tomorrow, we are a subsidiary of an IT company.

What?

A subsidiary?

Writer Ji Young, you've had a long day.

- You should head on home. - Writer Ji Young.

Stay and have a drink with us.

Should I?

Besides, it's been a while since we all hung out together.

Thanks for the ride. Sorry I kept you from drinking.

Doing this puts my mind at ease.

But...

that's all it is, right?

What do you mean?

I mean...

It's not like you're hung up on something else, right?

Something else?

Come on, he's handsome. Like a Prince Charming.

Prince Charming? Not even close.

More like a winning lottery ticket on a white horse.

See? I only said he was handsome and you knew exactly who I meant.

That means you think so too, right?

Hey now. Don't be jealous over nothing.

- My time's up. I'm off. - Hey!

Answer me before you go! Why won't you answer?

Yoon Bi Ah!

Yoon Bi Ah!

So you were waiting for your Prince Charming?

See you tomorrow. Get home safe.

Gosh, I told you to answer me!

Hey!

Should we call it a night?

Yes.

Seon Ho.

Yes?

You don't have to sign it.

You two have been through enough already.

And really, this is more than enough for me.

Since coming here,

you let me focus on my writing in peace.

Plus, I was earning a salary, so I didn't need to tiptoe around.

And I could proudly tell my daughter that her mom is a writer.

All I have are drafts, so I can't call myself a writer yet, but...

I'm truly grateful for everything.

What are you talking about?

You have to keep writing.

You have to keep...

writing...

too.

She's right. You have to write, Seon Ho.

I mean it, brother.

It was just so heartbreaking...

that you couldn't write.

I mean...

It's not like you're hung up on something else, right?

So you were waiting for your Prince Charming?

Have you been drinking?

Just a little.

Mom, I think I'm going to be working with him.

Him? You mean Han Seon Ho?

- Yes. - That's wonderful.

We'll see about that.

Why? Is something bothering you?

I don't know.

I just don't really know what he's like yet.

If you're going to work with him, you should find out.

Let's see here.

"A young author who took the literary world by storm."

"His debut novel remained..."

"a bestseller for ten consecutive weeks."

"Was it luck or talent? His second and third novels..."

"failed to garner as much attention as his looks."

"Is he an author or an influencer? Despite his active public life,"

"there's been no word of a new book for three years."

Snap out of it.

What? They're saying my debut was luck?

Who's saying that about you? Who's giving you a hard time?

Hey, it's you giving me a hard time.

Hey, take your shoes off!

He skips meals and doesn't sleep all day long.

But if the words won't come, what can he do?

You have no idea how upset I was.

What's with you all of a sudden?

That's why I wanted to show them, no matter what.

My brother is awesome. Look how talented he is.

Don't cry.

Other people have no idea, do they?

Just how amazing you are.

Your face, I mean.

Hey. Go to sleep.

After our mom passed away,

I decided to escape.

Are you going to stay cooped up in your room forever?

How long will you keep staring at your laptop?

Is Mom going to come back to life if you just sit there writing?

Come on out. I said, come out!

(Han Baek Ho!)

Just leave me alone!

Fine, Han Seon Ho.

I don't really have anything I want to do,

and besides, I'm not really the academic type.

So for now, I'll work part-time. You just keep writing.

In return,

you have to make it big and support me.

Hold on.

- Ready? - Yes, ready.

Hey.

Check it out.

(Grand Prize: "Our Ending Credits," Han Seon Ho)

- We did it! - We did it!

We did it!

(It's YOU)

Wow, this place...

What are you doing, Han Baek Ho? Get a grip.

You're right.

We can't let ourselves be tempted by capitalism.

Right. Let's find out what these people are really up to.

Okay.

- Right. Where's Writer Han? - I don't know.

- He was already gone when I got up. - He was?

Let's just go on ahead.

- Okay. - Okay.

(It's YOU)

About Writer Han Seon Ho being the new model for ForMe version two,

I have the official press releases ready.

Good. Hold off on the release for now.

Should we issue a correction for the dating confirmation article?

Just leave it as is.

(It's YOU)

There's talk about the dating AI CEO dating an actual person.

And that it's Writer Han Seon Ho seems to be fuelling it.

Excellent.

But the public backlash is stronger than we expected.

Don't worry about public opinion.

For now, the important thing is to keep their attention,

and that will be a great boost for our marketing.

What we need to be careful about is his agency.

If they find out before our official announcement,

it'll definitely cause problems for the project.

But can we really proceed like this without notifying them first?

Are we sure that won't be a problem?

I checked with our legal team.

They said there are no issues, contractually or legally.

Seon Ho is definitely going to hate this.

Our goal...

is to gather info on Writer Han without being discovered.

So, everyone, watch what you say.

- Okay. - Right.

Got it.

- I can't call myself a fan anymore. - Hey, cheer up.

Besides, it's not like it's a real dating rumour.

I can't believe I have a secret from Seon Ho that he'd hate.

Shin Yu Kyung. Work or love? That is the question.

Darn it.

Are you okay?

I'm not...

okay at all.

And you are?

You're here.

This is the team from Han Agency. They're working with us from now on.

- I'm Han Baek Ho. - I'm Writer Song Ji Young.

Han Baek Ho?

I'm Kim Kyung Tae.

- Nice to meet you. - I'm Kang San.

Excuse me.

Do you know how to say "You're handsome" in English?

Pardon?

You are my boyfriend.

New target acquired.

Well, Yu Kyung's going to be in high spirits for a while.

By the way, where's Writer Han?

He said he'd be here any minute.

Writer Han just got here!

He went straight to the CEO's Office the second he arrived.

- What? - Seon Ho is here already?

So you came after all?

(CEO Yoon Bi Ah)

And that outfit...

What's with the getup?

Well, someone inconsiderate went and started a dating rumour about me.

Whatever.

Where's the contract?

Please let us know if there's anything you need.

We'll even support you so you can continue writing, if you'd like.

My books?

- We'll work to get them published. - Oh my.

Yu Kyung.

Something's definitely up, don't you think?

- I agree. This is very suspicious. - Yes.

All right, now that you're It's YOU employees,

this badge grants access everywhere except the CEO's Office.

You seem to have had a major change of heart.

First, take down that ridiculous article about the dating rumour.

The article...

will take care of itself.

And another thing.

There's more?

My people.

Your "people?"

I'm talking about Han Baek Ho and Writer Ji Young.

You mean your staff?

They're very capable.

Ensure they get the best treatment for the duration of the contract.

They'll probably want to stay here even after the contract is up.

Are you sure you're okay with that?

Let's get going.

Where are we going?

Outside?

Shouldn't I at least know what it is you're planning to do?

I refuse to work under these one-sided, coercive conditions.

I'm not moving a single step until you tell me what's going on.

Suit yourself.

So, does this mean you're giving Han Agency to us?

Seon Ho.

I need to talk to you for a second.

Yoon Bi Ah, are you out of your mind?

- Why? - You're letting Han Seon Ho in?

What did you two talk about?

What if you collapse again like last time?

That was an accident caused by Park Jeong Won.

- It won't happen again. - Oh, honestly.

Yoon Bi Ah, I should've known when you went into battle mode.

I'll be right back.

If anything happens, you have to call me.

- All right? - I know, I know!

The weather's so nice today, isn't it?

I thought it was cold and cloudy today.

Really? I wonder why I feel so warm today.

Here you go! A welcome drink.

Yes. Thank you.

Are you okay?

You're not hurt?

I'm okay.

Don't get the wrong idea.

With Writer Han, I was just being a fan.

- A fan. - Yes, right.

How embarrassing.

It must be a "welcome drink" inviting him...

- into Yu Kyung's heart. - I'm okay.

That's our Yu Kyung for you.

What is it?

- It's nothing. - No, really, I'm fine.

- I should get going. - Okay.

Yu Kyung, you forgot this.

Gosh, what is this junk?

Hang in there, Manager Han.

Excuse me.

Yes? Do you need something?

The contract mentioned something about a project.

Do you happen to know what that's about?

She wants you to explain it.

- No, I... - Just say something! Hurry up!

Manager Han, you use our ForMe, correct?

Yes. I do, but...

Why do you ask?

(Program Room)

Please, come in.

- Goodness. - Oh my.

This is the programming room where we're developing ForMe version two.

Manager Han, could I borrow your ForMe for a second?

Sure.

Here you go.

- San, can you handle the pairing? - Sure.

ForMe.

Log in.

This is ForMe version two, soon to be launched by It's YOU.

Baek Ho?

No way... Mi Na?

You mean that's the Mi Na he's always on the phone with?

His girlfriend?

We finally meet.

How do you look exactly like I imagined?

That's because your preferences, personality, and data...

are all stored right here in me.

Mi Na!

Baek Ho!

You can't touch it or take photos. You can only see it.

Then how can you see it when you're outside?

When we launch,

these smart lenses will also go on sale.

So does that mean you can meet anyone with these?

It's complicated to turn a real person into a ForMe.

Plus, there's the deepfake issue.

But you can create any dream person you want.

I missed you.

Me too, Mi Na.

That's a shame.

I was really hoping I could meet Lim Young Woong.

So, we're working on this project? ForMe version two?

About that...

There you all are.

Should we go get some lunch?

It's your first day, so we should get you something good.

Oh my, look at the time.

How about that new place that just opened up around here?

Sounds good.

What are you in the mood for?

I'm good with anything.

You're not eating? This place is supposed to be great.

So this is the place you dragged me to?

Just eat.

I'm not a big fan of tteokbokki.

Han Seon Ho doesn't get to have preferences.

Just eat.

What if I refuse?

Then I'll just assume you're giving up on Han Agency.

What was that?

What was?

I know I saw something.

Gosh, I almost got caught. Man, that startled me.

Okay, done.

Let's go.

Already?

Wait, why did we even come here if you weren't going to eat?

We have a lot more to do than just this.

What?

You think no one will recognise you, walking around like that?

Mind your own business.

Besides, if you're with me, anyone can tell you're Han Seon Ho.

Hey, what are you doing?

What do you mean?

What's with you?

- Hold still. - Hey, cut it out.

- Stop squirming. - Gosh, what is wrong with you?

- Why are you being so difficult? - There's no getting through to you!

You just won't listen!

- Hey, cut it out. - Cut what out?

Thank you, I really enjoyed the meal.

Seon Ho loves meat too...

I wonder if he's even eating properly.

So, what's Writer Han like? He must be really popular, right?

Of course. That's why you hired Seon Ho, right?

Of course.

But since we still don't know much about Writer Han...

What's he like, usually?

I bet he's different from his public persona.

On the outside, he may seem a bit cold and stubborn,

but he's affectionate and kind.

He also has a surprisingly cute side.

- Seon Ho has a sleeping habit... - Manager Han!

Are you okay?

But how could you not know that?

So where did Writer Han and CEO Yoon go?

Is he participating in an official capacity?

What was Park Jeong Won's job here, anyway?

That's...

Manager Han, what did you think of Mi Na, now that you've met her?

Obviously!

She's incredible.

I'm so curious what you're like when you're dating, Writer Han.

- Seon Ho is... - What about you, Baek Ho?

What about you? What kind of guy are you?

Oh my, Writer Ji Young.

What's that? Should we check it out? Something awesome is over there.

- What is it? - Come on, let's go!

What was that about?

I wanted to show you something cool, but we can't go without Seon Ho.

What is it?

Yu Kyung.

You can't just kill the momentum like that.

I'm sorry. It just slipped out.

Let's stay on our toes, everyone.

- Got it? - Yes.

Let's do this!

It seems like they're trying to dig up something on Writer Han.

It does seem like they're trying to use "Seon Ho" for something.

The more I think about it, the weirder it gets.

Especially since they used the term "likeness rights."

It's strange.

Suspicious.

Do you think they've caught on?

I don't think so, not yet.

Here.

Here are photos and videos of Writer Han...

I've collected for the past three years.

This isn't why I collected all this.

Let's build a Writer Han prototype based on the existing data.

- Okay. - Right.

Okay.

Han Seon Ho?

Let's go.

Again?

Han Seon Ho.

Not again...

So, what should we make Writer Han's dating style?

I think he should be a really affectionate and attentive type.

CEO Yoon, you're here.

Ju Yeon, you're here early.

Han Seon Ho?

Let's go.

Let's go.

- Whatever. Fine, let's go. - What do you think of this build?

The build is good, as he's very tall, we should accentuate that...

What's the occasion? You're never the first one out.

Let's just go.

Put this on.

What is this?

There's no way I'm wearing this! Hey! Wait!

What's with the outfit?

What the heck have you been up to lately?

I wish I knew.

I can't tell if I'm working or going on dates.

What about the company? Find anything out?

Not yet.

I'm sure it's related to ForMe version two, though.

Version two?

It's the new version that It's YOU is about to launch.

You can see it with your own eyes.

You can see it? With your own eyes?

Yes. That's why I've been seeing Mi Na every day.

Seriously, what does she plan to do with my likeness rights?

Anyway, it's already been a week.

Let's just wrap this up and get out of here.

And I have to get Mi Na out, too.

You just try bringing that weird thing home.

I'll kick you both out.

She's not a "weird thing." Watch your mouth.

It's not human, so of course it's weird.

- You don't think that's weird? - So "weird thing" took your girl?

What did you just say?

Say that again.

What? Am I wrong?

Wow, you're really asking for it.

Stay back!

Don't! Just don't!

No!

(The Viral Interview: Han Seon Ho and Yoon Bi Ah)

What is it this time?

It's just a simple interview.

- Please let us through. - You can't come in.

No, wait. Just a second.

- I'm sorry. - No, that's not it.

Look, I told you, you can't go in.

Seon Ho!

You're not really dating her, are you?

- We believe in you, Seon Ho! - Please just let us in.

- We'll just look, I promise! Okay? - Seon Ho, we really...

It's all right. You don't have to stop them.

Quite a scene out there, right?

Writer Han said he retired to write, and now this public dating scandal.

It's led to speculation that it's not about the novel,

but that he retired simply to date.

But seeing you two here together in an official capacity,

does this mean the rumours are true, Writer Han?

Hey, you call that a question?

There's no way Seon Ho would do that!

What are you even talking about?

Don't you dare make him out to be that kind of guy.

First, I would like to apologise sincerely to all of my fans.

No.

I'm the one who should be apologising.

We at It's YOU unilaterally released the article about the dating rumour.

- We did it for all of you. - What is she talking about?

What does she mean, "for us?"

Everyone.

You were all upset about the rumours, weren't you?

And a little jealous, too, right?

- What is that woman even saying? - Is that supposed to be a joke?

This is unbelievable.

Does she think she can just say whatever she wants?

Now, I'm going to let all of you date Han Seon Ho as well.

Just like I did.

How are we supposed to date him?

I present to you, for the very first time...

the first look at ForMe version two from It's YOU...

is none other than Han Seon Ho himself.

- When is it coming out? - When's the release date?

- We can get it soon, right? - I love you, Seon Ho!

- I love you, Seon Ho! - You're so handsome!

Release the articles and the advertisement now.

Yes, understood.

Yes, upload the ForMe version two articles...

featuring Writer Han right now.

The article confirming the dating rumour?

Yes, you can take it down now.

You can try the ForMe version two trial, to be released next week.

Exclusively on It's YOU.

That article? Yes, you can take it down now.

- What does all that mean? - Yes, please.

It's like your Mi Na, Manager Han.

- Please proceed as we discussed. - What about Mi Na?

Yes, yes, okay, got it.

It means people can interact with Writer Han in the same way.

What?

This is the project you wanted my likeness rights for?

Are you kidding me?

Did you really think I paid all that money...

just to have some meals and flirt with you?

I'm never going to approve this,

so terminate the contract or do whatever you want.

Fine.

Then get ready to pay the cancellation fee.

Are you threatening me?

I paid good money for your likeness rights,

and you, Han Seon Ho, signed the contract.

Do I need to spell this out for you?

(A romance tailored just for you, only at It's YOU)

I know we live in a world full of fakes,

- But this is the cheapest knockoff. - A knockoff?

Someone like you, after a breakup, could probably use this.

Eternal love that never expires.

Sure, it won't expire if it's full of preservatives.

But it'll also be toxic for people.

You should give it a try.

It's actually very good for your mental health.

I'm not sure what happened to make you this way,

but you fear getting close to others, don't you?

- This "one hour" is just an excuse. - Excuse me?

The truth is, you're just afraid of getting hurt.

You're scared before anything happens.

What makes you think you know anything about me?

You're just hiding behind a fake, pretending you aren't lonely.

Am I wrong?

What's going on? Why did it stop?

Maintenance here. Is everything okay?

The elevator's stuck.

What? We'll be right there. Hang tight.

I guess that perfect AI boyfriend isn't coming to the rescue.

What? What's wrong?

Hey!

Is anyone out there?

Hey!

Is anybody there?

Once,

it must have been a coincidence.

Yoon Bi Ah, snap out of it.

Look at me!

Yoon Bi Ah! Look at me!

Are you okay?

Twice,

and this might be more than just a coincidence.

Maybe it's okay...

to take a chance on this guy.

Even if it's a fool's hope.

Bi Ah!

(Department of Psychiatry)

Your test results don't show any significant improvement.

But you're saying that again, you just realised an hour passed?

Again?

Yes.

First, I passed out after an hour, so I thought it was a coincidence.

But this time, I didn't lose consciousness.

Was there anything in common between the two incidents?

I was with the same person.

Yoon Bi Ah.

Why on earth didn't you tell me?

Because it felt stupid.

Relying on a coincidence.

So is that all I am to you?

Less than the company... I mean...

I'm even less important than Han Seon Ho?

Hey, what are you talking about?

- That's not it. - When you were holed up at home.

One minute, two minutes, ten minutes, one hour.

We worked so hard together to get you this far.

Because I didn't want you to be miserable anymore.

Because I wanted you to stop struggling.

I know.

And that's why I'm always so grateful to you.

No secrets. Nothing hidden between us.

And to rely on each other. Wasn't that our promise?

It was. You're right.

Then why didn't you tell me?

Don't you rely on me anymore?

What are you talking about? You're all I have.

I won't hide anything again.

I won't make you worry.

Forget it.

Just go home for now.

Go get some rest. We'll talk tomorrow.

Don't be mad. Okay?

(It seems like a clever marketing ploy.)

(I wish I could disappear from work every hour too.)

(They say CEO Yoon Bi Ah always wears a timer.)

(Seriously, where does she go after an hour?)

(Yoon Bi Ah, "The One-Hour Woman?")

(Panic attack? Collapse? 1 hour?)

(Timer? A secret?)

(Why right in front of me? And twice, at that?)

Does no one else realise she has a problem?

What's all that?

Don't worry, I'm getting a lawyer.

It's a clear case of contract fraud.

Writer Ji Young and I both packed up our stuff and left.

What about that AI girlfriend of yours?

I thought you were bringing her.

Oh, right!

Mi Na!

I'm coming for you!

What makes you think you know anything about me?

You're just hiding behind a fake, pretending you aren't lonely.

Am I wrong?

I was with the same person.

Do you feel a sense of security around him?

Not at all.

After two incidents, it's too soon to say your symptoms are improving.

It's best not to get your hopes up too high.

This is Yoon Bi Ah.

CEO Yoon, we have a huge problem.

I think you'd better get to the office right away.

After the news about Writer Han, concurrent users skyrocketed,

and I think the servers got overloaded.

If it's just an overload, that's a relief.

- It'll be up by morning, right? - Yes.

Actually, there's something more important...

What is it? Is there another problem?

CEO Yoon.

What's going on?

There's a problem with the servers.

The servers?

So what's the biggest problem right now?

It looks like someone tried to breach our firewall.

A competitor, you think?

What about the ForMe version two data?

Is Writer Han's prototype safe?

The version two prototypes...

They've all been wiped.

All of them?

Yes, it seems so...

Yoon Bi Ah, where are you going!

Gosh, why did I have to say that?

The number you have reached is not available.

Please leave a message after the tone.

Who are you?

Oh my!

Hey, Ms. Yoon Bi Ah!

You didn't collapse again, did you?

Bi Ah, is that you?

Oh...

I'm sorry.

I work with Yoon Bi Ah.

The door was open, so...

It's all right. Please, come in.

I mean...

I'm sorry to just drop in like this.

I was just worried about her.

Mr. Han Seon Ho?

Mrs. Yang?