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(Lovers in Bloom)

Did I get the wrong impression of you?

I had no idea you'd do this for a mere 50 grand.

What are you talking about?

I found out the 50 grand that was donated...

- was transferred to your account. - What?

If I wasn't called in for the reward and asked to check on it,

I would've fallen for it myself.

That's nonsense.

Are you saying I'm lying?

That can't be true. I checked and that couldn't have happened.

Then what did I see?

I saw the data in the system.

Did you accept a bribe?

Investigator Hwang.

You tried to hide it...

by creating an account as if you were doing it for a colleague.

Don't say things about what you don't know.

The police station is chaos because of you.

We had no idea that the dirty cop behind this was you.

It was even in the media.

Like mother, like son.

She was the best when it came to real estate fraud and look at you,

although you aren't as good as your mother.

Investigator Hwang.

This is it for you.

You'll get kicked off the force, so be prepared.

What is going on?

How dare you barge into our substation like this?

Mr. Cha has embezzled donations.

That's nonsense.

We checked the account together every day.

What did you see?

You wouldn't have been able to check someone else's account.

You probably only saw what he showed you.

This can't be true.

If Mr. Cha did that, I'll eat my hat.

So make sure you don't make any mistakes.

Are you sure you aren't accusing him without hard evidence?

We're supposed to be on the same side.

We'll find out soon enough.

If this turns out to be true,

you won't be able to avoid responsibility as his superior.

What?

You're Mr. Cha's partner, right?

Birds of a feather flock together.

Investigator Hwang.

You should've thought about your mother and been more careful.

How could you say that?

Are you trying to start a fight?

If there is any data on the system, it was fabricated.

Look into it and let me know.

Find out who did it and why.

If you can't figure it out,

I'll make sure to get to the bottom of it.

I'll see you later.

Are you okay?

What do you mean?

You.

Don't worry about it and go home.

What went wrong?

I'd be too worried to sleep if you leave like this.

- Moo Goong Hwa. - If you were in my shoes,

would you be able to sleep with something like this happening?

Especially when you're dealing with Investigator Hwang.

I'm your partner.

Don't worry. I'll take care of it.

Are you okay?

Don't worry.

I'll see you tomorrow.

You're great, Officer Moo,

except this.

How could you be allergic to alcohol?

I can at least keep you company.

What are you doing? Drink slowly.

I have a feeling...

Mr. Cha got himself in too deep.

What is going on?

Someone seems to have messed around with the account...

we made for the donations for Officer Choi.

50 thousand dollars were supposedly transferred to Mr. Cha's account.

Are they accusing him of embezzlement?

That's unbelievable.

I know it makes no sense.

I'm sure his name will be cleared,

but Mr. Cha puts a lot of value in his reputation.

I'm sure it won't be easy for him to withstand...

being accused like this.

So make sure you're there for him.

In times like this,

someone he cares about should be by his side.

Mr. Lee.

Mr. Cha cares a great deal...

about you.

No, he doesn't.

Why would you say that?

Goodness, both of you are clueless. You're both so frustrating.

Can I ask you something?

It's about something Investigator Hwang said.

He brought Mr. Cha's mother up.

There was an incident a long time ago.

Did you know Mr. Cha's dad was a police officer too?

- Yes. - Mr. Cha's mother...

was arrested for real estate fraud...

in his jurisdiction.

There were other suspicious things going on at the same time.

Everything combined, it seemed to have caused quite a fuss back then.

Investigator Hwang is using that incident on purpose...

to get Mr. Cha worked up.

He's so mean.

That dragged Mr. Cha's dad down...

and wasn't able to work up to his retirement.

I think that's also when he got divorced.

Mr. Cha might act like everything is okay,

but I'm sure he's hurting inside.

Woo Ri.

Mom.

Grandma is sick.

What?

Su Hyuk, I have to talk to you.

How did it go?

I think I'll have to end it.

What?

Bo Ra wants a divorce.

So? Is that what you're going to do?

- Yes. - You're giving up so easily.

Were you always this weak?

Moo Goong Hwa.

I heard something very shocking today.

Tae Jin, whom I thought was full of pride,

was actually full of scars.

I had no idea...

and just added to it.

I had no idea what he went through...

and asked him to understand me.

What do you know about Bo Ra?

How hard did you try to understand her?

Why? Did she say something to hurt your pride?

Is that why you're acting like this?

- Moo Goong Hwa. - Su Hyuk.

I really hope you don't act as stupid as I did.

How could the strong and mighty Ms. Lee...

get bedridden from this?

I can't just lie here.

You scared me.

What are you talking about?

You know that no one...

can stop Su Hyuk when he's being stubborn.

Things might get even worse at this rate.

So what are you planning to do?

There's nothing else I should do.

I should make them make up, so they can live happily together.

They're deeply in love with each other. You know that too, right?

I know that too, but...

I don't what happened, and why they ended up like this,

but I will talk to Bo Ra...

No, no. Chairman Jin.

I will beg that jerk if I have to...

to stop them from getting divorced.

I will do whatever I can to prevent that.

Do you think I'll just sit and watch my son ruining his own life?

Mom, please.

Hi, Woo Ri.

Come here.

Here we go.

Uncle, where did Aunt go?

To her parents' house.

Why?

It's because her father is sick.

Then, when will she come back?

I don't know.

You got a new doll.

Who gave this to you?

Aunt did.

She said she made this by herself.

Isn't it cute?

Yes. It's cute.

Aunt said that this is my younger sibling.

It's Doo Ri.

She hugged me warmly when she gave me this.

I hope she'll come back soon.

My baby Doo Ri, you're doing okay, right?

I miss your dad.

If he knew you were here, he would bother you so much.

He would tell you stories every day...

and sing to you.

Where's my mind at? The soup might boil down.

Gosh. Seriously.

Goodness. Just leave it to me.

- No. I'll do it. - Forget it.

You can't even bear smelling it...

Start over again.

Jae Hee still seems to like you.

Mom.

These days, getting divorced once isn't considered as a flaw.

See? Do Hyun says he wouldn't mind either.

So stop living your life in despair like this,

and sort things out,

so you can start afresh with Jae Hee in the US.

- One mistake is enough for me. - Bo Ra.

Still, I'm relieved.

I don't want to get remarried, but I've always wanted a baby.

Dad!

There you go.

What's wrong?

I think Dad can move his body a little bit now.

When I came in, I saw him lying on the edge of his bed.

He almost fell off the bed.

Is that true?

I think we should call Dr. Jang now...

to ask him to bring him a wheelchair.

I heard exercises help a patient to recover faster.

Mom.

Let's go on walks with him often.

Yes, Mom.

Dad.

I'm Bo Ra.

Can you recognize me?

How did it go?

Has Officer Choi's problem been resolved well?

- Yes. - Then why are you looking upset?

Are you having a difficulty investigating your case?

No, it's not that.

Even so, you're lucky to have a job you like.

It was hard for you, wasn't it?

I mean, when you quit being a police officer.

I'm sure you thought this job was perfect for you.

It was hard indeed.

I didn't know what I could do after that. I felt hopeless.

However, I have you.

You're doing a great job at work fulfilling my unfulfilled dream.

Thank you.

Dad.

Go to sleep now. You must be tired.

Why don't you talk to her again?

- I'm talking about your mother. - Goong Hwa.

Whatever happened, she's your mom after all.

I said that I didn't want to talk about her again.

- But... - Stop it.

- She's different. - Mr. Cha.

You're wrong if you think all moms are the same.

Some are different.

They don't even realize what they have done wrong.

Unfortunately, my mom is one of them.

(Seoul Building)

Gosh. I'm so glad to hear that.

What did Dr. Jang say?

He said Dad got a little better, so we should watch the progress.

Now that he has a wheelchair, he'll get better by exercising.

Oh, right. The news article will come out today, right?

I checked that just before. Don't worry too much.

It'll be reported not only on the newspapers...

but also on all the top four web portals.

Since it's a provocative story, the internet users will spread it.

Do you have plans for lunch today?

Yes, with Senior Inspector Hwang. We have something to discuss.

You know Cha Tae Jin's story must be reported repeatedly, right?

Until I say otherwise, tell them to keep posting the articles.

Okay. I'll do that.

Make no mistake.

Gosh. It's just ridiculous.

50,000 dollars? I would understand if it was 500 million dollars.

Those people don't even know how bold Cha Tae Jin is.

If they wanted to make up a story, they should've made a good one...

that would suit your personality.

I mean, who would believe that?

Why are getting so worked up?

Why wouldn't I get worked up in this situation?

I even feel like I'm being looked down on too.

I can never trust Senior Inspector Hwang.

In fact, I have never trusted him.

He couldn't seem to see what was going on.

He said harsh things to me saying I was a disgrace to the police.

So please don't worry too much.

It'll be resolved well.

This is nothing for the great Cha Tae Jin.

What's wrong with me?

You look a little downcast somehow.

That's enough.

Okay. I was just about to stop.

Anyway, thank you.

You cheered me up.

Please come with me.

What did you say?

I said, "Come with me."

Why did you take me to a barbecue restaurant?

I wanted to buy you some meat.

Today's lunch is on me.

You're not in the position to buy me lunch now.

There are a lot of people here.

That's okay.

From today, you don't take out your wallet.

I think I should protect you as your partner.

We don't know what and when something might happen.

But I'll let you buy coffee.

Whatever.

Eat up or else it'll burn.

You aren't going anywhere until you finish this.

I'm doing this because I've been in your shoes.

You know...

I even held a one-man protest for being unfairly accused.

I'll join you if you're going to hold a protest.

I'll support you as your partner.

Don't feel burdened.

It's not a burden. I just want to do this.

I know this is unnecessary,

but may I say it?

What is it?

Hang in there.

It really was unnecessary.

Reporter Hong, what is it?

Really?

All right.

(The impressive Cha Tae Jin, accused of being corrupt and embezzlement!)

(The impressive Cha Tae Jin, accused of being corrupt and embezzlement!)

This is unbelievable.

Mr. Cha.

I knew this might happen.

Hi.

Why do you look so down?

Are you eating well?

How is your father?

He's gotten a bit better.

That's a relief.

He must feel better with you by his side.

Leave with Su Hyuk.

Don't worry about us...

and live abroad in peace.

No, we couldn't.

I'm sorry, Bo Ra.

I was unnecessarily fussy...

and put you in a hard spot.

I'm sure you were disappointed in me.

Please understand.

It wasn't because I had any hard feelings.

It's not because of you.

Then what is it?

You love Su Hyuk.

I don't think love is enough.

What?

Are you saying this is because...

Su Hyuk is from a poor family?

I'm sorry.

You're sorry?

You're sorry?

You knew that from the beginning.

If you were going to quit this easily,

why did you even drag Su Hyuk into this?

He was holding back, but you wouldn't let him go.

Now you're leaving him?

What is Su Hyuk supposed to do now?

Fine.

You've made up your mind to divorce Su Hyuk, haven't you?

Where did you go without telling me?

Things seem to be getting better for Mr. Goo.

We also have a lot of orders.

The three of us should be celebrating together.

Bo Ra worked hard, posting it on her website every day.

She was a very supportive wife.

Everything else is working out,

except you don't have Bo Ra.

She used to be part of everything,

but not anymore.

Cut it out.

When are the results for the competition being announced?

It'll be announced when it's time.

Staring at your phone won't help.

Don't get anxious, and get back to work.

Wait, what's this?

I think this is about Tae Jin.

This is unbelievable.

What's this?

(The impressive Cha Tae Jin, accused of embezzlement)

Mr. Cha wouldn't embezzle money.

The two-faced corrupt cop?

I don't believe it.

Look at this, Mr. Lee.

It's saying as if Mr. Cha were a corrupt police officer.

Gosh.

- We're back. - Good job.

Go back to work.

Good job.

Did Hae Chan really make this?

It's good, isn't it?

He's pretty good.

Why does it have to be cooking?

You're so stubborn.

You just won't give up.

Moms can't help but feel sad,

but I wish you'd stop disapproving.

It's great that he's exceptionally good at something.

Dad, Dad.

Uncle is in trouble.

What?

Stop worrying and find out what's going on?

I'm sure there was some kind of misunderstanding.

Tae Jin wouldn't do this.

This is unbelievable.

Sang Chul, don't you trust Tae Jin?

I have faith in him.

- Where are you coming from? - The market.

Everyone is telling me to treat them out.

Treat them out?

Yesterday, I was busy answering the phone.

I might also have to spend money treating people out.

I'm so tired, I'll go and take a rest.

I'll be in my room.

I don't think she or the people at the market know yet.

Don't tell her yet.

Hello.

Yes, it's me.

I'd like to meet you, regarding Tae Jin.

All right, see you there.

I have to go out for a while.

Please keep an eye on Chairman Jin.

Of course.

Cha Tae Jin is no pushover.

Is that so?

He has quite the nerve.

He won't back down at all.

Are you sure...

this will be okay?

I'll trust you on it.

Don't worry, Cha Tae Jin won't be able to get himself out of this.

I've taken precautions, so no one can figure it out.

You don't have to lose sleep over it.

Let's drink.

It felt so good to see his face stiffen.

He'll be too busy clearing his name to go after Chairman Jin for now.

He'll get kicked off the force before finding anything out.

It'd be nice...

to get rid of his partner Moo Goong Hwa as well,

but we should worry about Cha Tae Jin first.

I think someone close to Chairman Jin is behind this.

Then,

are you saying that Chairman Jin planned all this?

Why?

Is it because Tae Jin has been digging up on him?

He collapsed and can't even move his body right now.

- Then, who? - Chairman Jin's son...

hates Tae Jin so much.

- What did you say? - Hanjoo Bank.

Chairman Jin had a problem with them and stopped doing business there.

But suddenly, Chairman Jin's son started to work with them.

I looked into the situation, and they're involved in the incident.

What did you say?

If Do Hyun planned all this, it won't be easy to resolve.

Tell Tae Jin to brace himself.

I'll try to find a way to resolve it while living with Do Hyun.

However, why on earth is he doing this to Tae Jin?

Is he holding a grudge because of his father?

If not,

is it because of you by any chance?

Officer Moo Goong Hwa.

He likes Officer Moo Goong Hwa.

Jin Do Hyun, Chairman Jin's son, likes her.

Mr. Cha, don't worry about a thing.

Everyone in the police station got so upset saying it was nonsense.

I asked some of them,

and they all said they didn't believe it.

It will be resolved well. So don't worry.

It won't be easy to resolve this.

It seems Senior Inspector Hwang is involved in it.

He wouldn't have left loose ends.

Excuse me. Mr. Cha, your father is here.

How did that happen?

Please don't worry too much.

By the way, what brings you all the way here?

I just met your mom before.

She said that Chairman Jin's family planned this...

by working with Hanjoo Bank.

Jin Do Hyun, Chairman Jin's son,

suddenly started to work with the bank...

that Chairman Jin stopped working with a while ago.

Besides, it was a little while before your incident happened.

Was it really Hanjoo Bank where you opened the account?

- Mr. Cha. - Tae Jin.

Was it your doing?

Sit down and talk.

Was it you that planned this?

I read the article too.

I know that you're in an urgent situation,

but you shouldn't wrongly accuse anyone you suspect.

You're looking like you're falsely accused.

Then, you shouldn't falsely accuse other people either.

Aren't I right, Inspector Cha Tae Jin?

I guess this is how you're trying to threaten me.

Do you know what I learned while working as a police officer?

The culprits always cause trouble after committing a crime...

in order to cover it up.

They do it without knowing that it's the path to ruin their lives.

Goong Hwa's husband's accident.

I found out that someone else other than the culprit killed him.