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[Episode 4] Ma'am! Ma'am!

Jeongeun.

Wake up, Jeongeun!

My mother is Korea's star.

Lee Aerin.

This is my mother.

No, don't!

Jeongeun, are you alright?

Are you awake now?

We're at the beauty salon. Remember?

Yes.

Are you alright?

I'm alright.

I'm fine.

My clothes are all wrinkled.

I'm sorry.

Your schedule has been cancelled.

Get some rest.

If you can't call because you feel bad,

it's alright.

Don't be sorry.

What nonsense is this?

Where did you hide your daughter?

She knows me.

Where is she? Where can I find her?

She didn't call once and she did this?

She's crazy.

Give me her stepmother's number.

I don't know.

She said she was going to immigrate.

Oh, boy!

Do you think I can't find her?

Wait until I catch her.

She didn't do anything wrong!

She only told the truth.

Hold a press conference and deny it!

No! I won't lie anymore!

If this movie is cancelled,

you'll have to pay for it.

Lee Aerin is holding

a press conference tomorrow.

Okay.

It's not true. Give us some time.

Don't say anything.

What?

I'm the division manager.

What are you doing?

We're from the security team.

Leave your desks for a moment.

Who is it?

We'll see about this.

What's happening?

They said she was at the beauty salon,

but that won't last long.

They'll be swarming like bees.

Pack up. Let's go to Gapyeong.

No.

It's like a prison as it is.

Mr. Choi?

About Lee Aerin...

Do you know where she is?

Where can she be? Let me know if you find her.

Is it true that she has a daughter?

No way. I've known her for a long time.

It's not true at all.

Why won't you hold a press conference?

Don't use any phones except this one.

I'm going to keep your manager

and coordinators away for a while.

Don't open the door no matter what.

10 years ago, you told me

even animals don't abandon their babies.

That there was no excuse for it.

Was that self torture?

Say something!

How do you think women who do

such a terrible thing live?

Would you know if I told you?

How can you do such a thing?

Let's go in.

I asked how you could do such a thing!

I can't believe she's your mom

and that you pretended not to know.

I don't care how much you hate her.

How could you do such a thing?

And how dare you use me to do it?

How can I do such a thing?

I've been asking that question

for the last five months.

I couldn't believe it every time I saw her.

I asked the heavens every day!

How can she not recognize her daughter

who is right in front of her?

How can she smile and say she never

had a baby and say image is everything?

How can she feel my heart

and not recognize me?

When did you find out?

When I find out my mom wasn't my mom.

She couldn't stand the sight of Lee Aerin on TV.

You kept this to yourself for 10 years?

You should have told me.

We could have gone to see her.

I can't go to my mom because

I don't know who or where she is.

But, your mom is a top star.

She paid money when my mom

told her to take me back.

She told her not to tell me who she was.

Can you believe that?

That's the kind of woman Yun Myeongja is.

I hated her, but I couldn't look away.

I applied here because I wanted to meet her.

I studied hard, so I wouldn't be

embarrassed and I'd look good.

I imagined how it might be if we met.

It was the worst of what I imagined.

She didn't even look at my business card

and put it in her bag.

How do you think I felt?

She didn't show any guilt

or conscience at all.

She plays a mom so well.

This isn't right.

There are so many other ways.

This isn't the first time.

Do you know what her response was

when I leaked the first article?

She said we should use it as noise marketing.

That's what she's like.

I'll see what she says this time.

Yugyeong, don't.

I'm going to see what she does.

Gangu, let's eat.

Come on!

I'm coming.

Aren't you worried?

I'm just an assistant director,

but I couldn't sleep.

Aren't you worried at all?

We have to eat, don't we?

What will happen to our movie?

A crisis is an opportunity.

One movie might be ruined,

but I could get the whole company.

What are you talking about?

Don't talk business. You'll get indigestion.

Let's eat.

If that video is true,

you have something to do with it, don't you?

You were her manager.

A manager doesn't know anything.

Let's just eat.

What are you going to do?

I don't know.

Hi.

Why aren't you answering the phone?

Only employees are allowed in here.

Jeongeun told me to wait here.

Is this how you're going to be? How can you?

I'm the actress. Jeongeun is just my sidekick.

Look.

Remember me?

When I was Uma Thurman, she was Lucy Liu.

When I said ogenki desu ka,

she was just my echo.

How can you just give her a contract?

This isn't fair.

That's how the world is.

Look at who becomes Miss Korea.

It's the people who come with their friends.

So, this is the video.

It was deleted on the Internet.

Oh? Jeongeun has that picture, too.

She showed off because Lee Aerin autographed

it for her in middle school.

That's an early picture of her. It's from the 80's.

You were in middle school in the 90's.

How can she have that picture?

Maybe not.

Am I really not going to get paid for my role?

We need money for editing and promotions.

What will we do?

We'll have to do what we can.

- Come on. / - Let go.

Sit down. What's the problem?

Is it true that the movie might not be released?

It's not like you're the leading actress.

Are you that worried?

Everyone worked so hard.

Echo, do you have time tonight?

Let's have dinner.

I was going to propose at the preview,

but I can't wait.

Let's go out first.

Your jokes always sound so serious.

I'm not kidding.

Stop talking nonsense.

How are you feeling today?

Good.

Is something wrong?

I'll apologize again. I'm sorry about yesterday.

Oh, no, it's alright.

Is this some kind of a love triangle?

Love comes before friendship for me.

Hello?

I forgot. I'll be right there.

Don't worry too much.

I'm sure everything will be alright.

Drink this.

Did you carry Lee Aerin's picture around

when you were little?

Jeongeun.

I'm sorry.

I had a picture long ago, but...

There you are.

You didn't sign the contract yet, did you?

Let's go up and take care of it.

I have an investors' meeting.

Someone has to go to Lee Aerin's place.

I'll go.

What did you tell him?

Are you going to spread rumors again?

Stop it.

I'm going to tell him if you don't.

What?

I was too shocked last night, but this is a crime.

They can't reveal the face

if they don't have the original copy.

You just have to keep your mouth shut.

The movie could be cancelled.

Everyone worked so hard on it.

Lee Aerin's life as an actress is over.

Do you know what you did?

What about what she did?

You fool, she's your mom.

You came this far to find your mom.

Think of all the time you lost.

Do you have to do this?

Let's go and tell her.

Stay out of this.

You're going to tell?

If I deny it, you'll be blamed for it.

You're shooting a commercial?

It's a step up for you. Can you give that up?

Go ahead and try.

I'm a relative.

Lee Aerin's real name is Yun Myeongja.

Let me talk to her.

We don't know of any relatives.

Choi Jongdal is the president. I have to see him.

Calm down.

Move. I'm telling you the truth.

Why don't you believe me?

Who are you?

Me?

I'm Lee Aerin's sister-in-law.

I have to see her. Let me talk to her.

There will be reporters outside.

Don't say anything.

Do you understand?

It's a secret.

I'll get kicked out if my husband finds out.

Is it true? It's not, is it?

You didn't know she had a baby?

Oh, dear.

Oh, no.

She's such a nice woman.

We grew up like real sisters.

She fell for that Choi Jongdal

and wanted to become an actress.

She took her brother's tuition and took off.

When mother died, she didn't

even come for the funeral.

I guess she couldn't come

because she was pregnant.

Oh, dear, dear.

Myeongja?

Myeongja...

It's me.

Don't you recognize me?

I'm Myeonggu's wife.

You really don't recognize me?

It's me, Sungeum.

I'm going to turn on the light.

What are you doing?

I'm sorry.

Get her out of here.

Oh, Myeongja...

I said get rid of her! Leave!

I was a fool to come.

I am outside Lee Aerin's house.

Someone's coming!

I should tell them everything.

What are you looking at?

I'm just the maid for her neighbor.

Are they still outside?

They even look through trash.

Don't throw anything away, okay?

Yes.

Oh, boy.

Where have you been all day?

Why are you drinking at this hour?

Well, people have been talking about it all day.

She's your sister.

You really didn't know she had a baby?

Don't even mention her!

Why didn't you go home?

I'm not very good, but I made some soup.

What's going on with the movie?

Everyone is waiting for you

to state your position.

If I go out and lie,

do you think she would show up?

I'm going to die of cancer anyway.

If I beg her to let me release the movie...

Do you think the movie could be released?

I don't think it would be convincing

because it's just like the movie.

That's true.

I'll just end it here.

If I fail, I'm sure she'll feel better.

I should do that.

Sit down. Have a drink with me.

Can I ask what happened?

The baby's father...

Who is he?

I don't even remember his face.

Things were hot for a while.

He just disappeared one day.

I was too busy looking for him.

I didn't even know I was pregnant.

Why did he leave?

I found out 10 years later.

He was in prison.

He said it hurt his pride

to tell me he was going to prison.

Pathetic fool.

Is he still in prison?

He got sick and died in prison.

He didn't even know

his woman had his baby.

He didn't even know his baby was

raised by a stranger.

He just died.

Did you abandon the baby

because you hated him?

I didn't abandon my baby.

It was taken from me.

Taken? By who?

Your manager?

The movie company? A sponsor?

You could have fought to keep your baby.

You're so smart.

I wanted to be a star, so the man

who abandoned me would hurt.

It's all my fault.

I thought I was being punished every day.

Is it over now?

Or is it the beginning?

How far will it go? I'm scared.

I'll get going now.

What would you do

if your daughter comes to find her?

Tell her not to come.

Tell her not to show up.

Don't you want to see her?

Aren't you curious what she looks like?

What her name is?

I don't seem human, do I?

I'm not human. I'm an actress.

An actress isn't human.

How can a person do such a thing

and have such a nice life, right?

Give me the keys.

I'll drive.

I'm so sorry.

I didn't call you to get an apology.

Why aren't you dealing with the press?

Do you expect the movie to be released?

What am I supposed to do?

I'm putting my life on the line to tell you.

Canceling the movie is the only way to survive.

What are you talking about?

Canceling it because of the scandal is

the way to avoid embarrassment.

Have Lee Aerin pay for damages.

You should get your money back.

What will we do?

Your brother must have heard something.

He wants to cancel the movie.

What will we do?

You're the producer.

I want to release the movie.

Doesn't he feel sorry for his brother?

You're working hard to find investors.

Why does he hate you so much?

We're not going to invest

in that movie anymore.

I'll get the money through other means.

Yeah? Go ahead then.

You'll be the president soon,

but there's a condition.

Your mother and her son can't

get any of the Heaju Group's money.

You'll lose everything you have.

Mom! Where's my mom?

Is my mom here?

Where is she?

Oh, not again.

Oh, dear, I'm sorry.

Is there anything you know

about Lee Aerin's story?

Just play.

Mommy!

Mommy, mommy!

You surprised me.

Big news!

Now what?

You're playing cards again?

I have big news. Don't be surprised.

Our tough days are over.

The chairman of the Heaju Group died.

What are you talking about?

It's nothing.

Oh, look.

I scored. Stop.

Look at this.

Why is it so quiet?

Why aren't you preparing for the dinner rush?

Did you hear me? The chairman died.

Crazy food. That's old news.

What? You knew and you didn't tell me?

Why? What kind of a simulation is this?

Situation!

Shih Tzu? Whatever. Anyway.

Why isn't there any word from Yeongjo?

He doesn't have to worry about

his grandfather.

We have nothing to do with each other.

Okay, okay.

Aren't you going to play?

Mr. Park.

Over here.

Hello.

You're early.

This is Park Hansu,

the president of our movie company.

He has a lot to do with Heaju Pictures.

- The president is his brother. / - Oh...

He hasn't been inaugurated yet.

There's going to be a shareholders meeting.

Is that in the news?

They tried to keep that from being printed.

I'm sorry.

Heaju is going to distribute our movie.

If you don't trust our company, trust Heaju.

It's my opinion that a movie is art.

You should invest

if you think the movie is artistic.

You know what I'm saying?

Hansu.

Hi.

What are you doing?

This is one of our actresses.

Oh...

Say hello.

Hi, kids!

How are you?

Let's go inside. It's cold.

I brought gifts. Come on.

Gran!

Gran! I'm here.

Nobody knows.

Not even my mom.

She'll kill me if she finds out.

I won't even be able to go to school.

I'll keep your secret.

The baby is very healthy.

If you want to see...

Wait!

Be careful of the cold air.

Let go!

Listen to me.

Who are you?

I grew up here.

I was an orphan.

Go home and sleep in comfort.

Don't worry about anything.

Look at me. Didn't I turn out well?

Your baby will grow up like me, so don't worry.

Are you still disappointed with me?

I'm shooting a commercial tomorrow.

What? You're not working?

I quit last year and went to an acting academy.

You're going to be on TV?

I'm a shampoo model.

You wanted to be an actress,

but I found you a job.

I guess I was wrong.

Let me know if you can contact mom.

I should at least know who she is.

You should know who she is.

Hello.

- I'll wait in the car. / - Okay.

- You're shooting today? / - Yes.

Good luck. Congratulations.

I should have thanked you sooner.

You gave me the chance to audition.

Thank you.

Buy me some noodles if you're grateful.

Aren't you busy?

Let's go today.

Do you have plans?

No, that's not it.

Then, see you later.

I like noodles. I'll call you.

Who did this? Tell me!

I heard it with my own ears.

We're looking for a solution.

The reporters want to. Why won't you do it?

Stop smiling at me like that!

Hello.

What are you doing?

It's not his fault.

He's looking for investors night and day.

Did you decide to cancel the movie?

Is that why nobody is here?

Where is everyone?

Where is director Son?

He's working to catch the culprit

who released the video.

Director Han took the day off.

She seems to be really sick.

Hi.

Why didn't you call?

You didn't call either.

Lie down.

I'll go get some groceries.

Is there anything you need?

Juice.

Do you have an extra key?

The top drawer by the sink.

It's like we're a couple.

Smile.

Good.

Nice.

You're doing a good job.

Are you awake?

I figured it was time you got up.

Here, juice.

Drink it.

Why did you put your family picture away?

Were you sad that you were sick and alone?

I'm not close with my family.

You lonely woman, get up. I made porridge.

I cooked for myself for 10 years.

Good, good.

Okay! Good job.

Thank you.

Are you surprised?

I guess you're really surprised.

I'm sorry. I can't make it today.

Are you waiting for someone else?

No.

It's a good thing I came, huh?

I'm hungry from waiting. Let's go.

What?

Let's go on that date.

It's a special day, so let's make it special.

How much did you get for this movie?

Numbers will make me feel pathetic.

Are you worried?

Is it alright to spend so much?

It's excessive, but I want to do this.

For our star, Seo Jeongeun.

Does it show that I borrowed

this tie from my dad?

How did you know where I was?

I asked Yeongjo.

How long have you...

We were roommates when we studied abroad.

My father planned it that way.

Oh...

Do you know when he went abroad?

Much earlier than I did.

I think right after the 10th grade.

So, that's why he disappeared.

When you see Yeongjo,

you'll only ask about me, right?

I'm sorry.

Do you know bells ring when you smile?

What a way to make a move.

It worked. Smile again.

Let's have a drink.

Are you upset because of the movie?

You worked harder than I did.

I guess I don't like movies that much.

I only did it because my father was

going to do this and my grandfather told me to.

Fool.

What do you really like?

Getting married and having a family.

I want to be someone's husband

and someone's father.

I want to make them happy no matter what.

You don't like this kind of romance, huh?

No.

Tada!

Think it's the sweetest thing in the world.

I felt bad for you these days.

You were so bright at the film site.

I'm sure you're upset since it's your first movie,

but don't be disappointed.

It's not because of the movie.

Then, are you dating? Is it Yeongjo?

No way. I have a boyfriend.

It's true.

You don't have to emphasize it.

You want me to stop bugging you.

Thank you for everything.

It must be a real rejection.

That's not it. I'm really grateful.

Thanks for this, too.

I was really sad one day

and it turned into a really warm day

because someone bought me

a bowl of noodles.

This lollipop will be a happy memory

for me forever.

Thank you.

The coffee smells good.

Did you sleep well?

Thanks.

Hurry up. You have to get to work.

Why are stock prices dropping so much?

What's all this?

Why are you looking at my stuff?

Why did you pay to change a video into a CD?

You'll be late.

I'm sorry.

I'm on vacation until today,

but you have to get to work.

Yes.

Should I go get a haircut?

I heard there's a beauty salon

that's affiliated with our company.

The director is my mother.

Oh...

You'll be surprised when you see her.

I don't have to cut my hair.

You'll have to meet her once anyway.

I don't want to.

Your goal is to get married. Not me.

Family is the most bothersome people to me.

Okay.

I guess we still have a cool relationship.

Did you have a nice time with Jeongeun?

Yes.

What's with that expression?

She turned me down with grace.

She has a boyfriend.

It's a rejection whether

she actually has one or not.

Yeah, I was rejected.

Are you happy now?

Did you know her before?

No, why?

I just had this feeling.

I wonder if you bought her noodles

on a cold day.

There's someone I'm reminded of

on a cold day like this.

You looked for your mom and cried, too!

Mom!

Mom!

Mom!

- Let's meet here at 5 next Thursday. - Okay.

Hello?

Hey, kid.

I'm not a kid.

Kid.

I said I'm not a kid.

I thought you were going to be really sexy.

I don't think so.

Gee...

Were you waiting to see

how long I'd be such a fool?

Do you want to meet after work?

I'll buy you noodles.

Will you show up today?

I'm sorry about yesterday,

but you made me wait long ago.

Did you wait long that day?

Yes. I waited outside your place

all day the next day, too.

That wasn't my place.

You lied, huh?

Come out right now.

Yeongjo.

What's this?

I don't have connections.

What does that have to do with this?

These past ten days,

he went to all the places

that transform video into CDs.

It was kind of an investigation.

There aren't that many, about thirty-five.

You went to all of them?

There aren't many people

who transform videos.

This place is a bit suspicious.

I had a feeling they know something.

Let's call the police.

Why did you pay to transform a video?

You'll be late.

It doesn't seem like a cold.

I don't think so, but I feel strange.

Hello.

I performed today and received

a lot of applauses.

It would have been nice if you were here.