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(Child actors were accompanied by a guardian...)

(and filmed in a safe, supervised environment.)

Is someone there?

(Episode 17)

Who's there?

I swear I just...

Who's behind...

It's me.

Where do you think you're going?

You're awake?

Sorry, I must have been exhausted.

Thoughtless of me, wasn't it? Insisting we watch a movie.

I just woke up...

and saw you right next to me. Am I dreaming?

What if I just moved in?

I could just lie and say I'm getting a roommate.

You can't do that. We need our parents' permission.

You're such a stick-in-the-mud.

Like they'll ever approve.

I know our families' 30-year feud won't just vanish overnight,

but I'll slowly win them over and get their blessing.

Just trust me.

Honestly, I'm not so sure.

And I don't think I can face your mother again.

My stepmom... She's a good person.

You'll see, once you get to know her.

But you never really lived with your stepmother...

or saw her much, did you?

My stepmother...

sent me an email every single week I was studying abroad.

Without missing a single one,

an email would arrive every Monday morning.

She'd tell me about the family and what happened during the week.

Her emails were always long and full of details.

At first,

I'd ignore them and never reply, but...

I began looking forward to Mondays.

It made my week start on a happier note.

Whenever the seasons changed, she'd send me new clothes and shoes.

And for my birthday and Christmas,

she'd always send a card with a handwritten note.

Wow, I'm touched just hearing that.

She sounds like such a warm person.

That's not even the half of it.

Family events, cooking, housework... Seriously,

she's someone who handles everything perfectly.

Oh, my.

That's kind of intimidating.

You know what I'm most grateful to my stepmom for?

I had given up on my own family.

I was so ashamed of them,

but she was the one who changed all that.

She seems incredibly devoted to the family.

Totally.

She's the type who would do anything for family.

What should we do?

If only we had a video of the fall.

A video?

You...

You took a video of me, didn't you?

No! Anything but that, honey.

That's the most humiliating moment of your entire life.

I don't care, honey. This is all for you.

- So what if I'm a bit embarrassed? - This is beyond embarrassing!

Honey, this is utterly humiliating.

The more humiliating it is,

the guiltier Dr. Gong will feel, right?

You've got a point.

That guy's too nice for his own good.

He'll feel so bad he has to agree to be on the show, right?

No!

Yang Dong Ik, what the heck are you thinking?

No. This is wrong! No!

What's gotten into you?

If it gets you a seat on the city council,

I'd welcome even more humiliation.

Right now,

Se Ri, you really...

Do you really love me this much?

Give it here, quick. I'll post it on the neighborhood forum.

It'll just be a local embarrassment, so don't worry, honey.

My Lord, please let this work.

(Onjeong Police Substation)

What's this?

Isn't that Dr. Yang's wife...

and Dr. Gong's eldest daughter?

(Gong Ju Ah, Head Designer at Taehan Group)

(Taehan Group Designer Shoves and Injures VIP Client)

(Accident or Intentional?)

Hey, what is this?

Looks like this video was edited to make the push look deliberate.

Man, this is going to blow up.

For crying out loud...

It only has 100 views. And there's hardly any reaction.

You're right. I guess...

I'll have to post it on a bigger online forum.

Here, this is for you, Grandpa.

You made soup this early in the morning?

Of course. Mom isn't feeling well, so I had to help out.

My gosh, Father. Isn't our Eun Bin just so thoughtful?

She's such a great help.

They're buying it, right?

Don't forget my cut.

A friend sent me a link to a funny video,

and the person who falls in it looks like you, Auntie.

What? Let me see.

Is that video making the rounds?

- Oh, no! What am I going to do? - Hey, what is it? What's going on?

(Gong Ju Ah, Head Designer at Taehan Group)

Gosh, how awful! What on earth happened, Se Ri?

Wow, total humiliation! I mean, you took a really nasty spill.

But they made Ju Ah look like a total villain.

What? What did you say?

- Let me see it. - Hey, wait, me too.

(Taehan Group Designer Shoves and Injures VIP Client)

(Accident or Intentional?)

Hey, Ji Hu. Where was this posted?

It's a YouTube channel that posts funny video compilations.

It has over 100,000 subscribers.

How did it end up on there?

Have a lot of people seen it?

- It has over 50,000 views. - What? My gosh...

Fifty thousand?

Hello? Hyun Bin.

So you've seen the video.

It seems someone posted it for fun,

and a YouTuber's share made it viral.

Our legal team will file a takedown request immediately.

We're forming a team to monitor it so it doesn't spread further.

So it'll be resolved soon.

By the way, is my stepmother okay?

I can't believe this!

You must be too embarrassed to be seen in the neighborhood, Se Ri.

I know. Tomorrow, I have a meeting with the other doctors' wives.

Today, you and I were supposed to go look at a storefront.

Se Ri, is that your real worry? Do not leave the house, okay?

- What's this ruckus? Let me see! - Father!

- No! - No, you can't!

Oh, please don't look, Father. If you see it too,

I'll just die of embarrassment.

Hyun Bin says...

the company is taking care of it quickly.

Goodness, but the witch hunt in the comments is insane.

Everyone's making a fuss, saying Ju Ah pushed Mom intentionally.

"Looks like Taehan hires thugs, not designers."

"One employee is tanking Taehan's entire image."

There are news articles out now too. Man, Ju Ah is so getting fired.

My gosh, what's going to happen to her?

The HR team at the head office...

has decided to call a disciplinary hearing.

Disciplinary hearing?

Now that the video has become a news story,

they're just taking the necessary measures.

We're not going to blame this on you.

We'll present it as an issue caused by an insufficient event manual.

So at the hearing, I just need to explain...

what happened. Is that right?

Yes. Prepare your statement. At home.

Take your time.

- At home? - Well...

You're suspended until the hearing.

Lucky you. You haven't had a break in a while.

Right, I should try to overcome this tragic situation...

with an optimistic mindset.

Hey, this won't...

jeopardize our deal with Hyegyeong Department Store, right?

Of course not.

Hyegyeong's people were at the event.

They saw him shank the shot. They know what happened. It's fine.

Is this Director Baek's doing?

Yes. He's dragging it out with a probe.

He's poisoning the mood in the company.

He also wants to damage our division's reputation.

Even so, calling a disciplinary hearing...

before anything is resolved?

Doesn't that seem unreasonable and make his motives obvious?

I never should have invited your parents.

I've just made things awkward for a lot of people.

- I'm sorry. - Good. As long as you know.

If I find the original poster, just watch. I won't let it slide.

I'll destroy them.

Who the heck would do something like that?

What if Hyun Bin's company finds the person who posted the video?

It won't take them long to find out we were the ones who posted it.

Should I just come clean to Hyun Bin now?

No. Since it's come to this,

we have no choice but to see it through, honey.

You need to be strong.

You're the one who needs to be strong.

They say tens of thousands of people have seen it. What should we do?

I'm Cha Se Ri.

You really think I can't handle a little thing like this for you?

But it seems Jeong Han's daughter will be in trouble too. What now?

I know.

Gosh, I had no idea it would blow up like this.

What are you doing?

These punks are calling our Ju Ah a witch.

So I'm going to leave a comment myself.

"Don't you dare run your mouths."

It's a scary world. How can someone edit and spread something so vile?

That's what these online clout chasers do.

They make clickbait for views and pump out tons of fake news.

We were worried this would happen. That's why the company was strict.

So, who on earth could have leaked this video?

I think this is why Dr. Yang missed morning exercise.

A lot of people were watching it during exercise earlier.

The gossip must be all over the neighborhood and market by now.

Oh, for crying out loud.

Mom, have you heard back from Ju Ah yet?

No. She's at work, so I don't want to bother her.

What? My gosh, what's this?

Hey, the video's gone. I was in the middle of a comment.

- Oh, really? - Yes.

That's a relief. I guess the company is taking care of it.

Oh, it's Ju Ah.

- My gosh. - Here.

Hi, Ju Ah.

Are you okay?

Of course, Grandma. The company took care of everything.

This is a major company. The video's probably already down.

- Yes, right. - Grandma, tell Dad not to worry.

I have to go to a meeting now, so I'll talk to you later.

Okay.

Right, okay. I understand. Yes.

Is your family worried?

I reassured them that I'm fine.

Good.

We got the articles and the video taken down,

but it'll take a while to remove what was shared by individuals.

I'm prepared for it, so don't worry about me, Director.

You're as tough as ever, Gong Ju Ah.

Yes.

Why go so far as to suspend her?

Director Yang's mom wasn't even hurt.

Wait, the woman who fell was Director Yang's mother?

Did you hear?

I heard the VIP Ms. Gong pushed was Director Yang's mother.

Really?

But doesn't Ms. Gong work in Director Yang's office?

Exactly. I hear they don't get along and are always fighting.

Still, you don't think she'd push her boss' mom over that, do you?

That's why she's being disciplined.

She has a crazy temper, you know.

Yes.

What a surprise. What brings you here?

Why? Can't I visit my mom at her clinic?

- So, what is it? - I came to treat you to a meal.

- All of a sudden? - You're our exclusive model.

As your designer, I'm here to go over the schedule.

I heard you were put on home suspension.

Director Yang called me.

Too embarrassed to go home, and with nowhere else to go.

And when that happens, you can only go to your mom, right?

You're impossible, really.

Let's go.

Do you eat lunch alone?

Sometimes I do, sometimes I don't.

If you sometimes eat alone,

you should give me a call. I'm right nearby.

We always fight when we're together. What's the point?

You're exhausting to be around.

Go ahead and act like that in front of your boyfriend.

I'm sure he'd really love that.

Then I'll just find someone who likes me for who I am.

Even if you're madly in love, you'll notice turnoffs.

I've heard that for many couples,

the first turnoff is often the way their partner eats.

So, at least try to have some table manners.

I can't even eat in peace. You know I'm here because I'm upset.

How many days is your suspension?

Three days. They want a written statement.

Why do you have to write one? What did you do wrong?

Everyone knows it was an accident, and the CCTV should prove it.

Of course, I know that. But it's all over the news now,

so they're just doing this for formality.

Just say it. Stop giving me that pathetic look.

Go pay the bill.

We just don't click. We're like oil and water.

Goodness, seriously.

Tell Kim Seong Jun to get tested, and then I'll see him.

Yes. My daughter's here for a rare visit,

so I'll spend some time with her.

Okay.

Hey, let's take a walk. It'll help with digestion.

- Aren't you busy? - No. I'm free until 3 p.m.

Consider yourself lucky.

How come you're not telling me to quit this time?

Tell me to quit everything and become a doctor.

You wouldn't quit anyway.

Go on, nag me.

I'm ready for it.

I got married as a college sophomore with nothing to my name.

Are you bragging about that? So reckless for a college sophomore.

Tell me about it.

I had no parents, no siblings...

The only thing I had in the world was you in my belly.

Back then, your father was my haven in my lonely life.

What? You said you would never have married Dad if it weren't for me.

You've been singing that same tune about having to marry him for me.

That's right.

If it weren't for you,

I'd have been too ashamed to marry into the Gong family.

Because I was pregnant with you,

I just went for it, even though I felt like I wasn't good enough.

Think about it.

A family of doctors... Did you think they'd ever accept me?

All I ever knew how to do was study.

I was terrible at housekeeping and raising children.

But despite all that,

they accepted and cared for me like I was their own daughter.

To the people who took in someone as worthless as me,

I wondered how I could ever live to repay their kindness.

So I thought, "I'll become a great doctor."

"And I'll raise my children to be doctors, too."

Since the only thing I passed to you was my brain,

I figured you'd at least be good at studying.

That's why I was like that.

I admit it was my own selfish ambition.

At least you admit it.

Honestly, until recently, I thought you were being spiteful...

and that you quit medicine out of some childish rebellion.

But?

On the day Director Yang came to offer me the contract,

I let it all go.

The reason you became a designer...

That's when I finally understood.

At the event, standing by your dad, wearing the clothes you made...

I was so proud.

So stick it out and win.

Don't just whine about how hard things are.

You're doing what you love. What's a little trouble like this?

Right.

I'm so impressed. You're making mille-feuille nabe.

Make sure you tell Grandpa and Dad, okay?

- You're making dinner already? - Yes, she has plans.

But are you sure you'll be okay checking out the shop alone?

I'm fine, but you must be frustrated being stuck at home.

Even if you feel cooped up, don't go out. I went to the market,

and the whole neighborhood was talking about you, Mom.

What are we going to do?

It's okay. I looked pretty graceful when I fell, you know.

Right, it's good that you're seeing the glass half full.

- See you. - Wait, Dong Suk.

Weren't you checking out the store at 7 p.m.? You're leaving already?

What? Oh, well...

I was going to stop by the hair salon on my way.

See you later!

Do you think she's really going to the shop?

It looks more like she's going on a date.

Hey, do you know something I don't?

It's some guy from the neighborhood. I overheard her phone call.

So, she went to a motel with someone from the neighborhood?

She went to a motel?

Keep your voice down.

Anyway, who are you off to meet?

It's not Dr. Gong's son, is it?

No, I'd never worry you like that. I'm meeting someone else.

Who?

What's taking him so long? I'm freezing to death out here.

(Full Preparation for All Subjects at Jeonghu Academy)

Eun Bin? Don't tell me you came here for me.

Yes. For my dear Ji Hu, who's bummed about his grades.

I came to treat you to something good.

- What's the catch? - Just be quiet and follow me, okay?

I'm treating you to a power meal. All right?

If you're excited, let me hear you scream!

(Damga Charcoal Grill, Onjeong Market)

It tastes so much better because you're grilling it.

You haven't even had a single bite yet.

Here you go.

- Eat up. - Thanks.

I knew it. You were too embarrassed to come alone, so you brought me.

This kills 2 birds with 1 stone. Now, hurry up and eat.

- Oh, no. I'm so sorry. - Are you okay?

- Yes, I'm fine. - Where...

Just over there...

Hey, be honest with me.

What? You want to know who I think is prettier, you or her?

Yes. And don't say it's me just because we're family.

Just give me the objective facts.

She's way better, obviously. She's prettier and younger than you,

and she has a similar vibe to him.

They're a way better match.

That's it, no more for you.

Hi.

Yes. Hi. You're Woo Jae's girlfriend, right?

Yes, that's right. I'm his girlfriend.

- So you do remember me. - Yes.

- She just has a huge crush on him. - Hey!

Oh, I see.

Enjoy your meal.

Excuse me, have we met somewhere before?

I don't think so.

- Have you ever been to Baltimore? - I'm sorry? Bal... What?

I live there, actually. I'm just visiting Korea briefly.

I must have been mistaken.

Enjoy your meal.

- Do you know where Baltimore is? - Whatever, you little brat.

Who are you to tell her that I have a crush on him?

I'm just trying to keep the peace between our families.

Just think about his family and ours.

- As if a kid like you would know. - What don't I know?

I know why our two families were enemies for 30 years,

and I know who my dad had an affair with.

Am I missing anything?

I can't even argue since you're right.

You can't be with that guy. Don't break your mom's heart.

- I'm going to be watching you. - Hey!

- Just shut your mouth and eat. - How can I eat with my mouth shut?

Figure it out.

It could be a thyroid issue, so let's start with a blood test.

But wait, you said you've been dizzy for two weeks straight.

Why did you wait so long to come in?

I had something I wanted to ask,

so I came in to kill 2 birds with 1 stone.

What are you curious about now? If Ju Ah pushed her on purpose?

- Is that what you're wondering? - She pushed her on purpose, right?

It's the talk of the town.

Ma'am, our Ju Ah would never do that.

This is ridiculous. I'll go to the Merchants' Hall...

to make an announcement and clear this up.

It's just that your two families have such a bad history.

I just thought it was a possibility.

Ma'am, the things you say.

That was more than 30 years ago.

Even I've moved on, so you should too.

If we were still on bad terms, would we live opposite each other?

Yes, they get along fine as the association's president and VP.

Why is everyone making a big deal? Honestly.

You're right. Listen to me, saying all sorts of nonsense.

I'm sorry.

- Gosh, I'll go for my blood test. - Yes, of course. Please escort her.

This way, please.

You need to go over to their clinic and apologize.

This must be even harder for them.

I was planning on it, but I'm swamped with patients today.

I'm going to the Merchants' Hall after this. Want to come along?

Me?

No, I have plans today. You take care of the apology.

- What plans? - Just plans.

Plans.

What... What's gotten into him?

- Dong Suk... - Oh, Mr. Gong.

- Hey. - What brings you here?

I just had dinner and thought I'd get some exercise.

- Oh, exercise, that's great. - Yes. You have a good one.

- All right, take care. - Yes, you too.

Bye.

I came here once with the realtor.

They do well, and the key money is low.

Why would a place with good business be listed for cheap?

Really?

Now that I look, I see far fewer customers than before.

If they know someone's coming to check out the business,

they'll plant fake customers to make it look busy. Just packed.

Seriously? So they're just trying to unload the place quickly.

I'm so glad you came with me.

Dong Suk, are you a good cook?

I used to be, but I'm a little rusty.

Besides, I'm only doing this because my dad suddenly told me I should.

- Then what about a franchise? - A franchise?

For a first-time owner like you, it could be a lot easier.

I'm impressionable. Now you say it, that makes a lot of sense.

I'll look into it a little more for you.

Thanks. For now, let's just enjoy our food.

Here, try some of this kimchi stew. This looks delicious.

It looks so good.

- It's delicious. - Oh, hey.

How's your sister-in-law doing?

She's just holed up at home.

- Thousands saw her take that fall. - Right. Oh, boy.

But thanks to that, I got to come with you today, you know?

I guess so?

How's your niece? She must be stressed too.

Yes, totally.

It's not like my Ju Ah pushed her on purpose or anything.

But she could have pushed her on purpose, right?

Why?

Why would my Ju Ah push someone on purpose?

Because my sister-in-law hit your sister-in-law before.

What? So you're saying my Ju Ah was getting revenge for that?

Dong Suk, I didn't raise Ju Ah to be like that.

Ju Ah was only trying to protect her. Get it?

Of course, you're going to take your niece's side.

You have a really twisted way of putting things.

Fine. I get it, okay? Let's just eat.

"Let's just eat?" Forget it! No, we need to clear this up.

About your sister-in-law being humiliated,

I feel terrible about it.

My brother wasn't directly at fault, but he's going to apologize.

And besides, because of all this, my Ju Ah...

has taken a ton of heat for it. Technically, we're the victims too.

What do you mean you're the victims?

Your brother mishit the ball. If anyone's to blame, it's him.

Look at you. Listen to yourself. In what way is he to blame?

Let's say you have a ball here. You swing your club and hit it.

Does the ball fly perfectly straight where you want it? Does it for you?

Goodness, forget it. Did we come here to fight?

Why are you picking a fight over this?

- What? You're picking a fight! - Fine.

I get it, so just drop it.

Why are you telling me to drop it? You're the one bringing it up.

Goodness, forget it! I must have been crazy.

I should've known better than to hang out with you.

- Hey! - Never contact me again, you hear?

Hey, Dong Suk! Hey!

Goodness, my pride's too hurt to go chasing after her.

- Can I get a bottle of soju? - Sure.

Yes, I'm just about to leave the office, Stepmother.

I have something for you, so I'll head over to Onjeong.

What perfect timing. Eun Bin made something delicious.

You must have had a rough day.

It's just embarrassing, being so publicly humiliated.

And it's frustrating to cancel plans and just stay cooped up at home.

I'll find out who posted this video. I won't let them get away with it.

No! Don't do that. Son, I'm okay.

I can take it, but we can't go getting revenge.

Besides, they're probably a VIP. We should just let it go.

I'm all right, so it doesn't matter.

Gosh, if this unnecessarily hurts the company's reputation,

it will only make things harder for my son, right?

I understand what you're saying.

You're always so big-hearted.

Well, right.

And what about Ms. Gong?

Ms. Gong hasn't had trouble at work, has she?

What?

What? Disciplinary action?

No, do they really need to go that far?

I see.

Okay, right. I get it. Drive safe, okay?

Disciplinary action? Seriously?

What do I do?

How am I going to handle this?

Honey, it's me.

Here.

Review the Night Market Project Plan as soon as you can.

Wow, you're done already?

- But... - And Onjeong Fire Station called.

They'll add CPR training to the safety session this time.

Right. Okay.

But...

How's your wife doing? Is she okay?

How could she be okay?

Not after being humiliated in front of the whole country.

Right. Of course.

Anyway, who on earth posted that video?

What does it matter who posted it? The damage is already done.

She can't even bring herself to leave the house right now.

At this rate, I fear she'll become socially anxious.

Anyway, I'm sorry.

It's all my fault, really.

If we're going to assign blame,

then it's my fault for not teaching you better.

Hey, anyway, please tell her I'm really sorry.

My daughter didn't do it on purpose. She really didn't.

I know.

I should get going.

Yes. Okay.

Are you making mugwort soup?

Wow, that smells incredible.

Hey, what about Ju Ah? Have you heard from her?

I thought you said she was fine. Come on, I'm sure she's okay.

That's just what she's saying. Imagine how upset she must be.

- I'm home. - I'm home.

- My goodness. - Oh, yes.

- Wait, did you two come together? - No, we just met on the way here.

Whatever.

She has to stay home until her disciplinary hearing.

- What? A disciplinary hearing? - A hearing?

Goodness, Mom, seriously! Why did you have to say that?

What, you want me to lie? You had nowhere else to go today.

You hung out at my clinic all day. Where will you go tomorrow?

Are you going to wander around spas and parks all day?

I can just say I'm on vacation and stay home.

Please. Think the family will believe that?

Gosh, still... Mom, you're the worst!

Hey, now...

Wait. A disciplinary hearing? But Ju Ah didn't do anything wrong.

From the company's point of view, it makes sense.

It's not a big deal, so please don't worry.

So what did Dr. Yang say when you apologized?

He didn't really say anything. I thought he'd push "Human Theater."

- And he didn't say a word about it? - No.

If he'd brought it up, I was just going to...

pretend to give in and agree to do "Human Theater."

Then you should have just offered to do it.

No. Doing that would make it seem like we were admitting our fault...

and that this is the price we have to pay.

Yes, exactly. That's why I couldn't bring it up first, see?

It would have been like admitting that Ju Ah pushed her on purpose.

Goodness, you two overthink so much, don't you?

- Go on and get changed. Let's eat. - Okay.

That's strange, though.

After he went to all that trouble pestering us,

why is he so quiet about it now?

I know, right?

I'm telling you, the whole thing felt really strange.

But that jerk, Gong Jeong Han...

What if he never brings it up?

I've got it all figured out. Just trust me.

All right, I get it.

But why on earth are you telling me not to say anything?

Gong Jeong Han looked so guilty and didn't know what to do.

Isn't now the perfect time to bring it up?

If we jump at this chance and ask him to be on the show,

Dr. Han Seong Mi will realize we staged the whole thing.

What if this was all staged?

- Mom, you're saying crazy things. - Come on.

Seriously, who would post a video of themselves falling?

What do you think?

From the video's position and angle, it was filmed from where we were.

And Bucket was filming that day, remember?

- I don't know... - Mom, tons of people were filming.

So what you're saying is...

she posted the video herself to make us feel guilty?

Exactly. That's the whole point of staging something like this.

You play on people's sympathy to get what you want.

What are you two even talking about?

But then, why didn't he say anything?

Because it would be too obvious if he brought it up right away.

My gosh! That actually makes sense! You're like a detective!

You two are perfectly in sync. Grandma, please stop them.

All right, even I think you're going a little too far with this.

Mother, I wouldn't put it past her.

Remember that picture she posted of Director Song and me?

She's the kind of woman who would do anything for Bucket.

Stop with the crazy talk.

The whole company is in an uproar over this.

If this goes wrong, Director Yang could get hurt too.

That's true.

Why would she knowingly do something to put her own son in a bind?

That's a good point too.

She probably didn't realize it would blow up like this.

Simple-minded folks are shortsighted and end up causing huge problems.

My goodness. Stop it, both of you. Let's eat.

Don't assume the worst of people based on speculation, all right?

All right.

Hey.

Honestly, I think Director Yang won't have an easy time marrying.

Where did that come from all of a sudden?

I just remembered how giddy she was, thinking he was marrying an heiress.

Exactly! You know?

A normal daughter-in-law wouldn't be good enough, right?

Since her son lived abroad for so long,

would she want him to live with the family after marriage?

Yes, I'm sure.

Goodness, can you imagine how much she'd torture her daughter-in-law?

She thinks a woman's place is at home, supporting her husband.

And on top of that, the family is huge!

There's a divorced aunt and a sister-in-law, too.

Gong Ju Ah, could you imagine marrying into a family like that?

What? Why are you asking me?

The gates of doom would swing open right after your honeymoon.

Gosh, it's horrifying just to imagine.

Why are you even imagining that, Mom?

Unbelievable.

Goodness, she's so weird. I try to cut her some slack, but I can't.

Why is she flipping out and imagining my honeymoon?

Princess.

It's such a shame the honeymoon's already over, isn't it?

Yes. Morning snorkeling in the Maldives with my Bin...

and sharing that glass of mojito.

It all felt like a dream.

Then how about we come back for our babymoon?

Stop.

Everyone must be waiting. We should hurry inside.

Thank you so much, Princess. For agreeing to live with my family.

Of course, I would.

You lived abroad for so long, Bin. You must have missed your family.

It'll be nice and lively with everyone under one roof.

My princess...

How can you be so kindhearted?

My goodness.

Who cares? It's fun to imagine.

Goodness, can you imagine how much she'd torture her daughter-in-law?

She thinks a woman's place is at home, supporting her husband.

And on top of that, the family is huge!

There's a divorced aunt and a sister-in-law, too.

No!

Family events, cooking, housework... Seriously,

she's someone who handles everything perfectly.

But I'm terrible at all that stuff. What am I going to do?

Just lovely.

We're back from our honeymoon.

We're back, Grandfather, Father, Mother.

Yes, welcome back.

You two must be tired. Go and get some rest.

So where are the presents?

- You did get us some, right? - Of course, we did.

Good.

Welcome to the world of in-laws. That's the Yang family calendar.

Memorize it by the end of the day.

Eight ancestral rites a year.

Weekends are for seasonal outings or hiking trips.

And don't forget the foodie tours.

Mom, she's part of the family now. You should tell her the rules.

Speak softly. Don't show your gums. Wear subtle makeup. Dress modestly.

- And keep your hair neat. Got it? - Yes, Mother.

Order me hypoallergenic wet wipes and premium intensive body lotion.

Yes, Aunt.

A new Riomere necklace, isn't it? I'll be wearing it tomorrow.

Oh, sure thing, Eun Bin.

All right, then. Let's see your cooking skills.

Right now?

What, did you think I meant tomorrow?

Meals are at 7 a.m., 1 p.m., and 7 p.m. sharp.

A meal has multigrain rice, veggies, white fish, meat, and a soup.

Yes, Mother.

We make soy sauce and pastes, persimmon vinegar, and plum syrup.

We make fresh kimchi weekly, along with many pickles,

and prepare 200 cabbages for winter kimchi.

Yes, Mother.

Cleaning is a ritual to rid the house of stale energy.

The entryway is an energy channel. Keep it spotless at all times.

Yes, Mother.

Use only unscented disinfectant.

The doorknobs up to the second floor...

must all be disinfected morning and night.

Yes, Mother.

Harder.

- Yes, Mother. - Harder.

Don't just dust what you can see. Get into every last nook and cranny.

- Yes, Mother. - Don't you slack off in her room.

- Yes, Mother. - Use your fingers to feel for dust.

Yes, Mother.

Harder.

- Yes, Mother. - Harder!

Yes, Mother!

I can't do it. There's no way I can do it.

Seriously.

Why did Mom put that in my head? I'm totally scared now.

Seriously.

(Director Yang Hyun Bin)

My gosh...

What's with that look on your face?

You look like you're staring daggers at me.

If we get married, do I have to live with your parents?

Where is this coming from?

Answer me. Now.

I haven't really thought about it.

I've never lived with my family, so...

even just staying over on weekends feels a little awkward.

So that's a no, right?

My parents don't have a spare room, just a storage room.

The room my aunt is using was originally my room.

Okay.

Any more questions?

That's all for today.

What? Why are you laughing?

No, it's just...

I couldn't focus on work all day, worrying that you might be upset.

But here you were, worrying about something so random.

It's just a relief, and kind of cute.

Whatever.

Did you go to your parents' house? Did you give them what I asked?

They didn't just throw it out or something, did they?

What are you talking about? I told you, she's not like that.

She was actually worried about you getting disciplined.

- Really? - Yes, really.

She must've had a long day. And to think she worried about me.

Yes. She was so worried about how this would affect the company.

That's a relief.

So...

why don't you come and sit next to me?

Honestly.

What?

What do we do? It's too late to run away.

- Hello, Mr. Gong. - Uncle.

Hey, Gong Ju Ah.

What are you doing out here this late...

with a man?

Uncle, come on. "A man?"

He's the director at my company, remember?

Hello, Uncle Dae Han. I'm Yang Hyun Bin.

Yes, right.

Wait, but why are you two here together?

Why do you think? Something came up at work.

Yes. It involves my stepmother as well.

Right!

Right. Of course. For a second there, I thought...

Still, you two shouldn't be so close like this around the neighborhood.

- Got it? - Yes, sir.

Are you two done talking? Let's go, Ju Ah.

Director, I should head home now.

Yes, Ms. Gong. See you at the office the day after tomorrow. Head on in.

About your stepmother.

Our Ju Ah didn't push her on purpose.

I know that.

Even if your stepmother did hit my sister-in-law,

our Gong Ju Ah...

is not the type of person to seek revenge.

Of course not. I would never think that.

Uncle, have you been drinking?

I had a little to drink.

- Uncle! My gosh, careful. - Oh, no.

- Here, let me help him. - Well...

No. I'm fine. I'm not that drunk. I'm fine.

Stay away from our Ju Ah.

Keep your distance. Got it?

- Okay, I understand. - Uncle, what's gotten into you?

Okay, and another thing...

That whole thing was an accident. An accident, you hear?

This talk about who's the assailant and who's the victim,

or saying we're protecting our own or whatever. You hear me?

- Pardon? - That my brother...

threw the match on purpose or whatever...

That kind of talk...

That's not right, is it, Director?

Uncle, who said that to you?

Someone.

A sharp-tongued, nasty woman.

She thinks being pretty is an excuse?

But she really is pretty.

- Well... - What are you even talking about?

No, I mean, she's really pretty, but...

- Seriously, what is wrong with you? - No, it's just... She acts like...

- Is it all about looks? - For crying out loud.

Good grief.

Uncle, who were you drinking with?

By myself.

I was upset, so I had a bottle. Only one bottle.

Why were you drinking alone? Because of the divorce?

Or because you bombed the interview?

Wrong!

Wrong on both counts.

Then why are you upset?

Because of you.

I got into a fight because of you.

What? With who? Who did you fight with over me?

Someone... The...

The woman whose hair smells so good.

Wow, a woman already? You work fast.

Hey, are you just figuring that out now?

Hey, the "Dae" in my name stands for "great."

- Really? - Of course. I'm great.

You are great.

- Our Dae Han is great. - Yes, my uncle is the best.

Goodness, forget it! I must have been crazy.

I should've known better than to hang out with you.

Never contact me again, you hear?

Hey, Dong Suk! Hey!

I'm sorry for being so mean earlier.

What I said at the end...

I take it back.

(I'm sorry for being so mean earlier.)

(What I said at the end... I take it back.)

Mom.

- What? - Are you dating the clinic manager?

What?

No, what makes you say that?

Dad called, and he was furious.

He said you two were calling each other "babe."

What? Oh, that was...

Mr. Gong and I went to court and ran into them.

The way your dad and that woman acted was so infuriating, so...

So you were just putting on an act for Dad?

Yes, of course.

Mr. Gong didn't buy me this doll. I won it from a claw machine.

We went to an arcade to celebrate our divorces.

Mom, listen. I...

I want to inherit the clinic without any issues.

Because I think that's what you want.

You're right.

That's my goal in life.

I'm all for you dating or even getting remarried,

and I know that Mr. Gong is a good person, but...

it can't be him.

You know that, right?

Yes. Do you even need to ask? Absolutely not.

And besides, I don't feel that way about him at all.

Okay.

Don't worry about stuff like that, and just study, son.

What's the point of sending this?

Dong Suk.

I'm sorry for being so petty earlier.

And that last thing you said...

I'll pretend I didn't hear it.

Even if our families hate each other,

let's not be like that.

Let it go and get some sleep.

I'm sorry.

Is she really mad at me?

Why did she read it but not reply?

Did she fall asleep, or what?

Is it morning?

Did I just fall asleep waiting for her text?

Man, Gong Dae Han, you've really lost your mind.

Goodness. Hey, are you still asleep?

What were you doing out drinking so late, man?

Get up and help Mom and your sister-in-law, you punk.

Goodness.

Hey, did you use my shampoo?

Since when was there such a thing as your shampoo?

Are you serious? I told you not to use it! It's mine!

How many times did you use it? How many pumps?

My gosh, you're so petty.

Hey, don't wear my clothes anymore. And don't wear my socks either.

You're one to talk. Don't be eyeing the new underwear I bought.

Look at you, talking back to your big brother. Unbelievable.

Don't you dare.

You thought I'd stop just because you said that?

- Why, you... - Stop it. Stop...

- You little punk. - Stop while I'm being nice.

- You punk. - Stop it.

- Oh, dear. - I said, stop!

There they go again, first thing in the morning.

I never dreamed they'd still be acting like this in their 50s.

That's how brothers are.

Always competing, always making up. A cycle they repeat all their lives.

Bickering like that is a sign of their emotional closeness,

so just think of it as raising two elementary schoolers...

- your whole life. - No, thank you. I can't.

- I'm so sick of it. - Mom!

- Hey, get back here! - Mom! He keeps bugging me!

- Hey, you... - Seong Mi! He's picking on me!

- Stop it. - Honestly.

This little pipsqueak is getting fresh with me.

- Why do you always pick on Dae Han? - Honestly.

- See? Told you so. Oh, man. - Why, you little...

That's enough!

Do you two want to stand in the corner all morning...

or sit in a time-out?

- No, ma'am. - No, ma'am.

- Goodness. - Is this it? Where is everyone?

You really don't know a thing about your own house.

Woo Jae got off his part-time job late last night,

so he's sleeping in.

And Ju Ah doesn't have to work today,

so she's sleeping in for once. Don't you know anything?

Oh, well... This kid.

Where are you going? Look at him.

He's leaving without helping, Mom. He always tries to get out of work.

Hey!

No matter how old you get, he's still your older brother.

Don't be so disrespectful.

No, that's not it, Mom. This is so unfair.

If I'm born again in my next life,

I hope I'm born just one minute, even one second, before he is.

- Good grief. - Just get inside.

Unbelievable.

Now, where was Ju Ah's room? This one?

- This one. My gosh, you scared me! - Man, you scared me.

Dad, what are you doing here?

What are you doing coming out of your sister's room?

Dad, we switched rooms ages ago.

You did? When was that?

When I was a high school sophomore. Ten years ago.

Really? How can I remember something from ten years ago?

I guess we did.

It feels so good not having to work.

I don't have to watch what I say or worry about what to wear to work.

And I don't have to get on a packed rush hour train.

Of course, I miss you like crazy too.

What? What's wrong?

You scared me! Wait...

Dad, what are you doing in my room? Why didn't you knock?

I did knock. You just didn't hear me.

If you see I'm on the phone, you should clear your throat.

And what's with you? Look at the state of you.

What about me?

Your hair and clothes are a mess. You look like a total slob.

What are you talking about? I look amazing without makeup.

This is how it's meant to look. You don't know what vintage is?

Vintage, my foot. More like just plain old shabby.

- It'd make a perfect cleaning rag. - What? A rag?

I'd love to see that.

Gong Ju Ah with messy hair and her flawless bare face.

Your mother looks like a queen even right after she wakes up,

but what happened with you?

Why are you picking on me so early? Seriously, Dad, why are you in here?

I was worried about you.

I thought you'd be upset that you couldn't go to work.

Since when have you ever cared so much?

Are you really okay? Is there anything I can do to help?

What could you possibly do?

It'll all blow over, so don't worry about it.

That's a relief. I'll take your word for it and go.

And don't come back.

All right.

Gong Ju Ah.

By the way...

When are you bringing your boyfriend to meet us?

Unbelievable. How much did you overhear?

"Of course, I miss you like crazy too."

This is so humiliating.

Please just go.

Don't you tell anyone in the family, you hear me?

All right.

For the record, I'm all for it.

I like that guy.

- "I Miss you like crazy." - Honestly...

Wait, what is he talking about? How would he even know who it is?

What are you talking about?

Why on earth are they considering a harsher punishment for Gong Ju Ah?

We handled the fallout and press. So why?

Director Baek has drawn his sword,

so he's determined to cut someone down.

He's out to mar the Fashion Division to prove he's on top.

Then he should be coming after me. I'm the one in charge, so why Ju Ah?

Because she already has a record.

- What? - The home shopping incident.

Strike two.

Darn it.

You know I fabricated that incident, don't you, Director, Mr. Park?

To see Ms. Gong getting in trouble for something I did...

is more than I can bear.

If you come forward with that now,

wouldn't that just make things more complicated?

I should've just been fired back then.

Hey, calm down. We need to focus on a solution.

Then what's going to happen to Ms. Gong?

We'll have to see what they decide, but...

The consensus is, two PR incidents in a row is a serious problem.

According to regulations,

if this is judged to be a repeated offense...

Termination could even be on the table.

Termination...

I really didn't see this coming.

The employees suffer from the Taehan executives' conflict.

So they might fire me to make an example out of me?

I won't let that happen. You trust me, right?

So Hye must be really shaken up.

Yes. She wanted to confess and hand in her resignation,

but I stopped her.

Good call. If she came forward now,

we'd both get fired for covering it up.

Do you think Dr. Han could make it to the hearing tomorrow?

I think it'd be good if Dr. Han and a few VIPs who were there...

could testify about what happened that day.

I'll talk to her about it.

I'm going home to ask my stepmother to write a statement.

You think she'll write one?

Of course. She'll be happy to.

I'm not really sure how to write a statement like that.

Don't worry, it's not hard. You just have to write...

that you don't think the incident was intentional.

Just write it out by hand, take a photo, and send it to me.

Jeong Han's daughter... To think she could get fired...

This situation has really gotten out of hand.

I know. Gong Ju Ah is in a really tough spot.

But...

could I maybe think about it for a bit?

- What? - Honey?

It's just that... Honey, the way I felt...

I thought maybe, just a little, it might have been intentional.

I can't lie about it. Right, Hyun Bin?

Well...

Ju Ah.

What are you doing out here all alone?

Mom.

What's wrong? What's going on?

I need your help.

What is it? What can I do? Just tell me.

What do you think you're doing?

Are you really not going to write that statement?

Honey.

If Jeong Han's daughter gets fired, there's no going back for us.

Se Ri.

Don't tell me you're planning to get your revenge this way.

What if Hyun Bin gets caught in the crossfire?

How would Hyun Bin possibly get hurt?

Even if Gong Ju Ah ends up getting fired,

it's not like it's my fault.

Honey.

What about you, Mom?

Did everything go well in there?

Yes, I just told them what I saw.

But it was really tense in there.

What do you expect? It's a huge corporation.

Well, thanks for coming. I know you're busy.

Don't be silly. I'm your mother.

I'm sorry.

I guess his stepmother didn't write the statement.

Of course not. Would you, if you were her?

Poking her with the pin by mistake, pushing her to save her...

She thinks you did it all on purpose.

She'll probably think you did it as revenge for what she did to me.

I didn't think she was like that.

What could possibly have given you that idea?

The call cannot be...

She's not picking up?

No. What do we do now?

But her testimony is the most important thing.

So it's true. Your families are sworn enemies.

Even if she hates her, will she just stand by and let her get fired?

If there are no other witnesses, Ms. Gong Ju Ah, please come in.

- Hold on. Give us five minutes. - It's okay, Director.

I'm going in.

Hold on a second.

(Recipe For Love)

I'm thinking about using my stepmother's video.

I made things a bit more exciting, didn't I?

I just want to see her one last time before I die.

There's something I absolutely have to tell her.

Let's sign the contract for "Human Theater."

Cha Se Ri, she's a real genius.

This is so unexpected, I'm actually a bit flustered.

You should have taken me with you.

This was a job for us old-timers. Got it?

Meet me at the teahouse. If you don't come, I'll come to you.

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