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[pensive music playing]

[Ki-ho] When I was young, life felt like a traveler's bag.

I was busy packing it with this and that.

Goals that looked grand, countless relationships,

and all sorts of emotions.

-The bag was heavy. -Hello?

But I thought the fuller it was, the richer I'd be.

Here you go.

But eventually, the time came.

The things I'd packed began to slip away.

They disappeared one by one, almost like magic.

Retiring from work,

friends drifting away,

children leaving home...

The people I loved

disappeared one after another.

[pensive music playing]

Yet, not every goodbye is easy.

Honey, I can never get this quite right.

[chuckles softly]

Some goodbyes still feel so strange and painful.

-[in English] I'm going to win! -Oh.

[in Korean] Eric, are you good at baseball?

-[in English] Very good, very good. -[Eric] Mommy.

Mommy.

Eric, Eric...

-[in Korean] Hey, Dad. -Mi-kyung!

[Mi-kyung] We might not go to Korea this winter. Eric's got winter camp.

That's okay.

[in English] Good night, Grandpa. Good night.

[in Korean] Mi-kyung.

I miss you, kid.

[in English] Eric, stop it.

[video call chimes off]

[background chatter]

[somber music playing]

[Ki-ho in Korean] Yet sometimes, for some strange reason,

I find myself looking back,

as if I've left something behind.

[intriguing music playing]

That's when I found it.

Woo...

Twenty... two...

FASHION BRAND WOO22 DARK HORSE OF THE INDUSTRY

WOO22 IN DESIGN LEAK LAWSUIT

WOO22'S CEO LEE SUN-WOO ON THE RISE

WOO22'S OWNER RISK NEW CEO NEEDED?

Woo-two-two...

WOO22 ADDRESS DOYOUNG-DONG, SEOUL

RECRUITING SENIOR INTERN, 3 MONTHS

[pleasant music playing]

[breathes deeply]

APPLY NOW

[theme music playing]

INTERN

[Ki-ho] That's what led me to apply.

Your cover letter was impressive.

Thank you.

You worked in publishing for 30 years?

Yes, up until the early 2000s,

I made national maps.

Back then, maps were all we had.

[Sun-woo] Just get her into those clothes.

Push her arm through the sleeve.

Just put it on her! Is that so hard?

-[woman] Think that's easy? -[Sun-woo] I know it's not.

What is wrong with her, huh?

-[woman] I don't know! -No--

It sucks enough I had to be here.

-[indistinct chatter over phone] -Okay, I get it.

All right, that's enough.

-Okay. -[woman whimpering over phone]

I'll be there shortly.

Uh, having emerged as a dark horse in fashion within just three years,

you pursue a classic yet experimental mix-and-match style.

So I believe it's a place for those ready for change,

where innovators work together and genuinely love what they do.

[both chuckling]

Wow, I mean...

-you've researched a lot about us. -[chuckles]

[Yoo-jin] Is a three-month internship all right with you?

That's perfectly fine. [chuckles]

[interviewer 2] For the last question,

what would you say are your strengths and weaknesses?

My strength is...

that I have a lot of experience.

And my weakness is...

that experience comes with age.

[both chuckling]

Brilliant answer.

I see, thank you.

[Yoo-jin] If you go wait outside,

someone will walk you through the next steps.

-Thank you. -[Young-hwan] Pleasure.

All right, you can wait here.

-Have some tea. -Thank you.

[exhales softly]

Did you apply for the senior internship?

Yes.

You too?

[both chuckling]

I'm on the tech side,

so I applied as an app developer.

Wish you luck.

You too, man.

[knocks on door]

-Hello. -[Joo-sung] Hello.

I'm here to take your orders,

and it's on the house for applicants.

Oh.

-My specialty is tea. -Iced Americano, please.

Okay. We have peppermint, chrysanthemum, jasmine...

I'll have an iced Americano.

Iced... Americano...

[comical music playing]

[Sun-woo] Where is it?

Where'd it go?

[rummaging]

-What's up? -Is there an event today?

We're interviewing interns today.

Ah, that's right.

Don't hire unless it's worth it.

We need to fill every slot.

And we're hiring a senior intern too.

A senior intern, here?

If we bring in senior interns, there are decent tax incentives.

-Just for three months. -[Sun-woo] Oh, okay.

You'd know better.

You should start learning. You're the CEO.

This is driving me crazy...

-What are you doing? -Quiet.

[gasps]

-[snaps fingers] -Right!

[comical music playing]

[gasps, chuckles in relief]

-What is that? -A gift for Ru-da.

Come to the studio with me. She shut down the shoot again.

[Young-hwan] Again?

Come on, we need to finish shooting the lookbook.

[upbeat music playing]

[sighs]

Hey, so...

What'd the investors say?

Yeah, I groveled to them just like you said to.

I told them I'm the one who is devastated by this leak.

That I'm the one who wants to kill whoever copied my designs.

-I just vented to them. -Mm.

Did you apologize?

I said it won't happen again,

and we'll speed things up at the factory.

Oh.

Well done.

[Sun-woo] Gosh, look at that mess...

[Young-hwan] Hello, everyone.

[Sun-woo] Hi, Ru-da.

Ru-da.

-[Sun-woo chuckles] -You look gorgeous today.

Hm?

-Young-hwan. -[Young-hwan] Yeah?

What is this?

I can't stand this.

What?

What am I, a nun?

The outfit's too plain.

You know, I have asthma.

It's choking me to death.

Looks perfect on you.

-It is. -[Ru-da] No, it's not.

It's all about my legs.

People need to see my legs.

But look. You can't see them.

One leg is completely covered.

What're you gonna do?

Ru-da, did you lose weight?

Yeah, the size is not right.

I told them at the fitting.

[Young-hwan] Ah.

-I see. -I said I'd slim down.

-But they didn't fix it. -[Young-hwan] Sure.

-All right, okay. -And the color is off.

-The details are a mess. -[Young-hwan] No, it looks good.

[phone chimes]

MR. KIM KI-HO, WELCOME TO WOO22

Yes!

How to work...

with Gen Z.

"Lowkey salty"...

No "boomer talk"...

"No cap"...

"Slay"?

Oh, boy, this is bad.

[muttering]

Who even makes up these words?

[clock ticking]

[pleasant music playing]

[alarm beeping]

[pleasant music continues]

[clock ticking]

Honey, see you later.

Oh, my goodness!

You made it! Congratulations!

-Oh, thank you. -Of course.

[Joo-sung] I knew it!

-Guess we're colleagues now. -Oh.

Oh, my, what's that?

[exclaims]

Whoo! Shall we?

-[chuckles awkwardly] -[Joo-sung laughing]

[elevator dings]

[indistinct chatter]

[upbeat music playing]

No way.

-Hello! -Hello.

-Hello, sir. -Hello.

[inhales]

Sorry, what's your title?

Me? I'm the senior intern.

Whoa.

[laughs] Wow, that's so cool.

-Cool, right? -Totally.

Senior intern, no cap!

Lowkey salty, huh?

[whispers] Those are a bit dated...

Hello, everyone, nice to see you all again.

We met during your interview.

I'm Seo Yoo-jin, the fashion merchandiser.

We're excited to have you here at WOO22.

-Thank you. -[exclaims]

For the next three months, you'll be working in different departments.

Let's hand out IDs first.

Thank you.

Wow, thank you so much.

[Yoon-hee] Thank you.

-[intern 1] Thank you. -[intern 2] Thanks.

Let me tell you about the office.

That's the merchandising department.

If you ever have questions, feel free to stop by and ask.

And those are phone booths for important calls.

Design team is over there,

DX and application development in the back,

and there's the CEO's office.

The break room is behind the conference room.

Customer service and business planning teams

are located on the fourth floor.

Oh.

Yoo-jin, I need the floor plan for the flagship.

Ms. Lee, our new interns.

-[intern 2] Hello, ma'am. -Hello.

Nice to meet you.

Bring it to me quickly.

[Min-ah] Hold on, let me hand it over to Ms. Lee.

As you can see, she's always busy.

Here's our VP, Koo Young-hwan.

-[interns] Hello. -Welcome, everyone.

Good luck.

-[Sun-woo] All right. -[Min-ah] Where have you been?

The planning department.

Let me run through today's schedule quickly.

At 11:00, there's a design meeting for next season.

At 1:30, there's a brief from the global management team.

-Okay. -At 2:00, the lookbook shoot visit,

and a sample check at 4:00.

Then, a finance meeting at 5:00. Will you be there?

-Of course. -Copy that.

-We heard from Paris, right? -Yes.

Check the dates and set up a meeting.

Sure. And finally...

Who's this intimidating man?

One of our new interns.

Oh.

He has been assigned directly to you.

Should I set up a meeting?

To me?

Me?

Yes, you've been assigned to the CEO.

The woman with the bob is Min-ah.

She's the head of management support, and also your supervisor.

She's gonna ping you.

Good luck!

[chuckles nervously]

Thank you.

Born in 1959? How old is he then?

Why assign him to me?

I thought about sending him to the warehouse,

but he's rather too old, he could get hurt.

It's just for three months.

Try him out as your assistant.

Gotta set an example as the CEO.

I don't get along with older people,

and you know that.

My mom and dad, teachers, that deputy manager from last year.

He's not your dad.

He'll plug our tax holes, so be grateful.

If you really don't need him,

just let him sit at his desk.

It still helps the company.

Why are you doing this to me?

-Huh? -Do what?

[employee] We made it! Ms. Lee!

We just won Best Emerging Brand at K-Fashion Awards!

[applause]

[employees cheering]

[employees whooping]

[Sun-woo] Great work, everyone!

[Sun-woo's muffled chuckling]

Congratulations, Ms. Lee.

[inhales]

Fine.

Three months, that's it.

Okay.

How about we all go out for dinner?

Sure, I'll give Min-ah the company card.

We're not going?

Obviously not.

We'll make everyone uncomfortable.

Oh, that's how it is.

[exhales] Okay.

[comical music playing]

-[Ki-ho] Thank you. -[Joo-sung] Wow, thank you.

If you press this button here,

-it'll turn on. -Ah.

[beeps]

[table whirring]

-Whoa. -How'd you do that?

-[table whirring] -[laughs]

[comical music continues]

[Joo-sung] There we go.

[all chuckling]

[notification chimes]

-A message! -[Min-ah] Meeting with Ms. Lee at 5:30.

Please be at my desk ten minutes before it starts.

Oh, you can leave that here.

Thank you.

[employee 1] We've chosen a relaxed weekend vibe for the next spring season.

Using deep teal, white, and pink,

it'll be inspired by chic urban leisure.

-Sounds good. -[employee 2] Not bad, right?

-[Yoo-jin] Looks great. -[employee 2] Yeah, I love it.

Deep teal makes it unique--

Well, it could get a ton of likes.

These days, getting more likes

-means making more profit. -[Joon-hyung] Mm.

WOO22 should go beyond pretty, with an additional touch.

Using deep teal?

That's great.

But let's hide it in the sleeve lining,

so you know only when you wear it.

It'll be like keeping their emotions tucked away.

Let's add some yellow to hint at the new season.

Or, we could create some rhythm with polka dots.

-Wow. -[employee 2] Amazing.

-You're a genius. -[employee 2] That's great.

[Sun-woo] Guess this is better.

-Revise it, please. -Yes, ma'am.

[Sun-woo] And the flagship store?

The floors and walls are done.

I'll stop by today and do another check.

-Let me know when you go. -[Joon-hyung] Yes, ma'am.

[comical music playing]

[sighs]

[indistinct chatter]

[Min-ah] Hey, Dong-dong.

Write Michelle an email suggesting a meeting in Korea next week.

In French, very formal. Make it polite.

[Dong-dong in French] Yes, ma'am.

[in Korean] You can count on me, Min-ah.

Should I send it?

Don't mind me.

Dong-dong, go ahead and send it.

-[automated voice] Sent. Yay! -You're the new intern, right?

Yes, I'm Kim Ki-ho.

I'm Choi Min-ah.

-You look younger than in your photo. -[chuckles]

Thank you.

She should be done soon. You can go in after that.

Well, if I may ask...

Any tips about the CEO before I go in?

Hmm.

She hates wasting time because she's so busy,

so it's good to speak fast.

And try not to ask questions.

Also...

it helps if you nod, like you're really listening.

Like this.

That's it for today.

Good work, everyone.

-Thank you. -Good work.

Please wrap things up.

I'll take care of it.

-Thanks, everyone. -Thank you.

Thank you.

-Hello. -Hello, sir.

Hello, ma'am.

Yes...

Hello.

First of all,

I'm really glad I get to assist you.

My name is Kim Ki-ho.

All right.

It's not going to be easy working for me.

If you'd rather move teams, I can transfer you.

No, ma'am.

I'd prefer assisting you.

What? Why?

I'd like to know more about you.

It's remarkable how you grew a company like this in three years.

Mm.

Well...

It was mostly overwork, with a little luck.

[laughing]

[comical music playing]

Well...

All right, then,

I'll message you if I need anything,

so check your messages.

And it's okay to dress more casually.

Oh, well...

I'm comfortable like this,

but I can change if you'd prefer that.

Nope.

You're good.

-You may go. -Thank you.

SPECIAL AWARD LEE SUN-WOO

Can't believe it...

-Can't believe what? -Huh?

We won a special award.

Isn't that great?

-Wow. -[chuckles]

Lucky you.

Now I'll come last.

If you get any busier, I'll need an appointment to see you.

Never.

You'll always be at the top of my list.

Really? You better mean that.

Of course.

[both laugh]

Is the flagship store almost ready?

It's just getting started.

I see.

[clears throat]

-Babe. -Yes?

You know...

it's been a while since we...

Shall we?

Then...

should we start thinking...

about having a baby soon?

Oh...

No. [chuckles]

Sorry, no baby.

I get it.

It's not the right time.

Things are finally taking off.

-Sorry. -It's okay.

Where are you going?

Well...

I need to revise a draft and prep for tomorrow's lecture.

[thud]

-[yawns] -[beeps]

[dramatic music playing]

[clacks]

[elevator dings]

[man groans]

-[screams] -You startled me!

[both gasping]

[exhales deeply]

[exhales]

Good morning.

Morning...

Why are you here so early?

Well, an intern should show up early.

Oh...

I see...

My goodness...

[exhales]

Why didn't he turn on the lights?

[exhales]

Gosh, he's making this uncomfortable.

[gasps]

-Oh, my gosh! -What's up?

You know the pop-up at the Shinjuku Prism Department Store?

They want to sign the contract.

-That's great news! -No way, for real?

-Yes! -Congrats, Yoo-jin!

That's amazing.

This is the proposal I sent them.

I barely slept these past few weeks putting this together.

[gasps]

Wow, this is impressive.

You finally pulled something off.

Thank you.

[laughing]

Sort out everything you've done and send it to me.

I'll finalize the deal.

This is amazing.

Honestly, I didn't think we'd pull it off.

They even offered to lower the leasing fee?

Well, we got lucky.

Ru-da's pretty well-known in Japan,

and the buyers liked our last year's collection.

-Last year? -Not last year.

It was the monthly drop this year--

I'll close the deal.

-Great work. -Thank you.

This is ridiculous.

[sighs]

My first time supervising an intern, and it's him.

So what?

He's just an intern. Make him do stuff.

I can't just boss him around.

I'm already losing my mind keeping up with Ms. Lee.

And now I have to babysit a grandpa too.

[groans]

-I'm the one who wants to quit. -What's wrong?

That sneaky, shady, sly scumbag...

Such a dirty shit--

♪ Shake it! Shake it! ♪

♪ Steal my heart! Yo! ♪

-What are you doing? -There's this band...

I'm practicing a new song.

Need something?

The Prism email I asked for earlier.

I need it as soon as possible.

All right.

Of course.

And, Yoo-jin,

dancing's not your thing.

[gasps]

[cries] Please give me a hug.

NO NEW MESSAGES

[somber music playing]

NO NEW MESSAGES

[beeps]

NO MESSAGES

You still haven't been assigned anything?

I'm slammed with work.

I envy you.

Just think of it as getting paid to chill.

What's that?

-Paid to chill? -Like being a salary thief.

Getting paid without doing any work.

[laughs]

And, Ki-ho, you don't have to speak so formally.

We are colleagues, you know.

Yes, drop the formalities!

I couldn't.

Oh, no, really, it's fine.

But shall we?

[both laughing]

-I'd like that. -Me too.

I wanted to get close to you.

Oh, I have a question.

Like what we've been saying earlier,

did you have slang too, back in your day?

Hmm.

Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo!

[laughing]

What, what does that mean?

Holy moly, guacamole.

That's hilarious AF.

Eat my shorts.

-That one's weird AF. -Are you making up?

Do you know this one then?

That goes hard.

Go hard?

[both laughing]

That means it rocks.

-Funny AF. -It goes hard.

You know you're funny AF.

-By the way... -Yes?

I don't think it's appropriate to say "AF" every time.

It sounds like you're cussing.

Oh...

Oh.

I won't use it anymore.

-I'm so sorry. -Joo-sung, Yoon-hee.

-Yes. -We'll be right there.

-Excuse us. -Sorry.

[chuckles]

They're adorable.

STOCKROOM

[soft music playing]

Could you pull up the website?

Oh, sure.

If you click here, it takes you to the website.

She's pretty but not my type.

I didn't ask.

Where can I check this season's trend?

[machine beeps, whirs]

What are you doing?

Ms. Lee.

I thought it might help me to understand the brand better,

so I took a few photos.

Ki-ho.

You're not allowed to take photos.

Sorry?

None of this can be leaked. Not one piece should leave this room.

Oh, I just...

it might help to understand...

Min-ah.

Min-ah!

Oh...

Min-ah's not here, sorting out a few things.

Yoo-jin.

Yes.

Didn't I say to keep the samples under control?

I apologize.

Make sure he deletes every photo on his phone.

We're already in a design leak lawsuit.

Get it together, guys.

-All right? -Yes, ma'am.

[sighs]

Tell Min-ah to come see me.

All right.

Don't touch anything in the office without asking, okay?

Please, I beg you.

I'm sorry.

I was just trying--

No.

Please don't try to do anything.

Just sit and relax.

Wish I had that luxury too.

Understood.

[keyboard clacking]

[somber music playing]

[sighs]

[sighs]

Honey.

Don't worry about me.

[indistinct chatter]

Ki-ho hasn't been around much lately.

He's not quitting already, is he?

He's been working too hard to quit so soon.

Though it hasn't paid off.

Oh, maybe we should ask him to join us for lunch.

Well, I think...

I'm not ready for that yet.

Oh.

-Fair enough. -[chuckles]

Ki-ho?

Oh, yes?

Have you had lunch?

Wow...

Is this carrot salad?

Yes, it is!

I really like carrots.

You do?

[laughing]

It's delicious.

Thank you.

Did you run a restaurant before?

No.

I used to dance.

[gentle music playing]

-Dance? -Yes.

[music playing]

[laughs]

[laughs]

[chuckles]

That's amazing.

Thank you.

How's working with Ms. Lee?

Well...

Ever since my first day,

I've barely had a glimpse of her.

Yeah, she's really busy.

She never even takes days off.

Ms. Lee is very thoughtful and warm-hearted.

I used to run a café in the neighborhood for years.

She was one of my regulars back then.

When the area redeveloped, I thought about shutting it down.

One day she called me,

saying she'd make space for me here.

Isn't she amazing?

She's truly one of a kind.

[elevator dings]

NO TASKS TO DO

-Everyone's good with it? -Yes, I think we're good.

Then let's go with this.

Can you show me the lighting?

For the lighting in the flagship store,

we brought six options in different designs.

Here it is. And the second and third.

Hold on. Go back.

I don't think this is what we selected, is it?

Oh, I'll check with the site.

When?

Oh, I'll go right now.

-Check the outfits for the display. -All right.

-Good work, everyone. -Good work!

We have a concept meeting at four, so be back by then.

Good luck!

Oh, shoot.

This is ridiculous.

[sighs]

Yoo-jin, should I go instead?

I know you're really busy right now.

Oh, my...

Could you? Really?

You just need to confirm if it's the same product as the photo.

If you could take pictures of the display and site,

and send them to me, I'd really appreciate it.

I'll take the pictures and scan the site,

and report back to you right away.

Gosh, I can't believe this.

I've really been swamped all day.

-Thank you so much. -No problem.

I'll head out now.

-Drive safe. -Yes.

[sighs in relief]

Gosh, what a lifesaver.

[clears throat] Ki-ho?

Yes.

Joo-sung said you've been looking into the market trend.

-I did. -Can you help me analyze this?

My manager asked me to do this, but I have no idea.

So, besides the Excel sheet, what should I be focusing on?

Well...

Look, the key is...

to look beyond the spreadsheet,

and find the product that defines our brand identity.

So cute.

Me?

How was your lunch?

Oh, yes.

[clears throat]

Which one is it?

Yoo-jin?

No.

Then, Min-ah?

I mean...

-[laughs] No way! -Be quiet.

Hey, keep it down!

-Have you talked to her? -Of course.

We even went on a date, sort of.

What do you mean, "sort of"?

We went out for a work meeting.

[chuckles]

Joo-sung!

How is that a date?

You're driving me insane!

What am I supposed to do?

Well, first...

set a relaxed vibe...

-Then drop some pickup lines. -Pickups.

It's important you do so.

Wait, is there a team dinner?

-Yeah. -That's your chance.

That's when you make it happen.

If it works out, dinner's on me.

Oh.

-Love your colleagues! -Love your country!

[laughs]

Yes, please give me a call then.

Thank you.

-My stomach... -Min-ah, is it a stomachache?

I can recommend nearby clinics for you.

Comfort Care Clinic is nearby...

Shut up, I just need to take a dump.

Then to the restroom! Go, go!

Ki-ho.

Wait, me?

You want me?

[sighs]

Why doesn't he get it?

-[keyboard clacks] -[chimes]

Come to my desk right now.

Hurry up, come on...

No!

This was on the floor.

Hurry!

Please, come on...

I'm here.

I'm slammed with work right now, but my stomach hurts.

So I need some help.

Of course, Ms. Choi.

Ms. Choi?

Okay.

The second batch of samples just arrived.

They need to be set up in the meeting room by 6:00.

Follow this setup layout.

If anything's missing, check the storage room over there.

-Can you handle it? -Of course, Ms. Choi.

If Ms. Lee doesn't come out by 5:00, just go in and start.

-All right. -[groans]

An outside CEO? All of a sudden?

The investors are suggesting it.

And you agree?

Well, it's not like I have a management degree.

I don't think it's a bad idea.

Yeah, you didn't study management, and I didn't study fashion.

But we still built this into what it is today.

We quit that job to design the clothes we wanted,

to prove we were right.

And we did!

We've been doing great, I know.

But honestly, the brand grew faster than we expected,

and we've been stretched thin.

Who says that we're stretched thin?

The people waiting for me to fail, calling it owner risk?

Maybe it'll be better for you to focus on the designs.

Then you'll slip up less,

like the design leak incident.

Jeez...

The sales we lost because of that?

I caught up to our loss.

Actually...

I brought in more sales than that.

[exhales]

Young-hwan.

If we bring in a new CEO, we'll lose control of the company.

Don't you agree?

WOO22 won't be ours anymore.

You know that, right?

It's just hiring a professional.

That's it.

Seriously...

[sobbing gently]

[sighs]

Hey.

Relax, okay?

I'm here with you.

-[Ki-ho] Excuse me, Ms. Lee. -[Sun-woo sniffles]

Sorry.

I was told there's a fitting at 5:00.

Oh, right.

-Just leave it there. -Yes.

[sniffles]

Hey.

Let's at least meet with them.

It's not like we have to decide anything right now.

Okay?

[Sun-woo sighs]

[sobbing]

[cheerfully] Right, that's the place.

I can't wait for the company dinner.

-Ki-ho. -Yes?

Coming to the team dinner?

[Ki-ho] Ms. Lee hasn't left yet.

You guys go ahead and have fun.

Okay.

Hold on.

Do not get drunk.

Tonight's the night, okay?

-Bye, Dong-dong. -[automated voice] Bye, Min-ah.

Subtle pickup lines, got it?

I'm so nervous, I might lose it.

Don't be.

-I'm nervous, too. -You don't need to be.

Anyway, good luck.

[chuckles]

Hurry on.

[playful instrumental music plays]

[screams]

Ms. Lee, are you all right?

Didn't you go to the team dinner?

What about you?

No, I just...

[chuckles] Sitting out for them, right?

Yeah, pretty much.

You don't have to wait until I leave to clock out.

You can head home.

Understood.

By the way...

I'm really sorry about the photos last time.

Oh, it's no problem.

Every day is a circus here, so that's nothing.

Don't worry about it.

Thank you.

I'll head out now.

All right.

♪ I once had a dream ♪

♪ Though tattered and torn ♪

♪ Though cast away ♪

♪ Yes, I have a dream ♪

♪ There's a dream within me ♪

♪ I believe in that dream ♪

♪ Just watch me fly... ♪

[elevator dings]

[upbeat instrumental rock music playing]

[elevator dings]

-What happened? -Ki-ho organized everything.

The off-season items were moved to the stockroom.

Oh.

Good work.

What was that for?

Why isn't Joo-sung coming?

He says he's not hungry.

Are things not going well?

Guess his pickup lines didn't work well.

-Here we are! -[exclaims in joy]

How is it?

Does it taste like it used to?

-It's a little saltier. -[laughs]

Mm!

Joo-sung would've liked it here.

I'm so full right now.

[both chuckle]

You know what I figured out?

You're a true foodie.

Joo-sung.

Women want men who are warm yet distant.

You need to give off that "I'm nice, but not just to you" vibe.

-Like playing hard to get? -Exactly!

Keep her guessing.

That's what gets you the girl.

I feel like you always smile too much.

Keep a straight face...

Just like that, perfect!

Keep that straight face.

I think we could give him a makeover too.

He's kind of a mess.

I totally agree.

Why don't you dress more like me?

That's not helping. You're way too much.

-What do you know? -Of course I do!

-Ki-ho. -Huh?

What should I do?

Well, let's see...

Maybe prepare a nice, small gift,

and give it to her somehow...

As you give her the gift,

maybe you can talk to her?

Hold on.

Sorry, excuse me for a moment.

What about perfume?

Too dated.

[automated voice] You need to dispatch 3,000 season samples...

Excuse me, Min-ah.

By chance,

do you know what's on Ms. Lee's schedule today?

She has to leave for Jamsil in ten minutes for a CEO meeting, why?

It's nothing. Thank you.

[automated voice] The flagship store merch will arrive at 4:30 p.m...

Excuse me.

Yes?

I'm Kim Ki-ho, an intern here at WOO22.

Hello.

Did you enjoy your lunch?

Yes, I did?

Mm.

I don't think you should be driving today.

I saw you at the restaurant earlier.

What are you talking about?

[alarm activates]

So...

Would you like me to tell her or will you do it yourself?

Ms. Lee.

I'm sorry, but I'm feeling sick.

[coughs, clears throat]

I'm worried you might catch it.

Then you should rest.

I'll ask Min-ah instead.

My apologies, ma'am.

[line ringing]

Ms. Lee.

If it's all right with you, may I drive for you instead?

I heard Min-ah's loaded with work today.

You're heading to Jamsil, right?

Oh...

Yes, hold on a moment.

-[line ringing] -[call ends]

-Sure, go ahead. -Yes, Ms. Lee.

-Hi, Mom. -Did you have lunch?

Not yet, I'm busy.

I know work is important, but you should stay healthy--

Get to the point, Mom.

I found a good oriental clinic.

Heard it's good for fertility.

-Gotta go. -Sun-woo.

Stop being selfish and think about your husband--

Yeah, Young-hwan.

You'll arrive on time, right? You can't be late.

Well...

I won't be.

It might take him some time to understand how we work,

but he's sharp with numbers.

-Okay. -He'll want to review our structure.

If he does, don't snap right away.

-Just hear him out, okay? -All right.

-Don't be late. Make a good impression. -[call ends]

[GPS voice] Recalculating route.

[Sun-woo] We can't be late.

If we follow the GPS, we will be.

Don't worry, Ms. Lee.

[upbeat music playing]

[GPS voice] You have arrived at your destination.

You're right on time.

That's a relief.

-[object clatters] -It'll take about an hour.

Yes, all right.

[door opens and closes]

[Sun-woo] The guy was so rude.

Don't ever set up a meeting like this again.

-Send. -[chimes]

-What's this? -It's a snack called oranda.

There's a place nearby that's been famous for years.

Can't believe it's still open.

I don't really like hard things.

It's actually soft and sweet.

[Sun-woo yawns]

If you're tired, you can get some sleep.

I'd like to,

but I can't sleep in cars.

[melancholy music playing]

Ms. Lee.

If you don't mind, could we take a different route?

The traffic should be lighter.

It's your call. You're the one driving.

Wow...

[snoring]

We're already here.

-[car door opens] -[Sun-woo sighs]

Take the car, and see you at the office tomorrow.

Sure.

Oranda.

-I like it. -Glad you do.

And for organizing the clothes on the shelf...

Thank you again.

It was nothing.

Thank you.

You should head in.

Ms. Lee.

-Sleep is the best medicine. -[chuckles]

-I'm home. -Hey.

Babe, do I snore when I sleep?

Yes, you even sleep with your mouth open and drool sometimes.

Why?

Never mind.

Thanks for letting me know.

[ringing]

[grunts]

-Hello? -It's Min-ah.

Sorry for the early call.

Ms. Lee's driver suddenly quit.

Could you drive for a few more days?

Yes, of course.

We just got a call from the factory for an urgent product inspection.

Ms. Lee will be going.

Could you be at her place by 7:00?

-By 7:00? -Yes, please.

-Yes, I'll be there. -Thank you.

If she's not out by 7:00, ring the bell and wait for her.

Okay.

Sorry, who are you?

Oh, hello.

I'm the intern at WOO22--

Ah, hello.

I've heard a lot about hiring a senior intern.

-I hope the job isn't too tough for you. -[both chuckle]

-Thank you. -Want to come in?

Sun-woo will need more time.

Oh, no, I'm good.

I'm fine here.

Please come in and have a cup of coffee.

-Just a moment. -No worries.

Babe, have you seen my burgundy sweater...

Morning, Ms. Lee.

Oh.

He was waiting outside.

Anyway, look for it on the bedroom table.

Oh, okay.

I'll be ready shortly.

-Take a seat. -Thank you.

I really admire you.

Actually, after my father retired, he's been struggling a bit.

So I told him about you.

What did he say?

He wasn't too positive about it.

He said he couldn't work as an intern at his daughter-in-law's company.

But he said it's amazing, that he's jealous.

Babe?

[clears throat]

-Shall we go then? -Yes.

[Sun-woo] Oh, right.

Forgot about the inspection.

-Hold on. -[Ki-ho] Of course.

Busiest person I know.

Right.

-But she's admirable. -[sighs] Indeed.

It must be exhausting.

Oh, I'm fine.

I'm used to it. [chuckles]

Oh, no.

I meant her.

Oh.

[laughing]

-[Sun-woo] Shall we? -Yes.

I'll take that.

I'll step out first.

See you around.

Thank you.

Is that for next season?

Won't you be cold?

I've got a jacket. See you later.

Babe, I'll have a book talk in two weeks.

You can't make it, right?

Oh, in two weeks?

Oh, I'll have to check.

The flagship's opening then...

Mm. I figured.

You know what?

I promise I'll be there.

See you later.

Yep, see you.

Ms. Lee.

Your husband makes great coffee.

-[chuckles] -He does.

Please tell him I really enjoyed it.

I didn't even get a chance to say bye.

Hurry and find me a new driver.

You don't like Ki-ho?

It's a bit awkward,

and he's quite talkative...

I'm so happy with the new fabric and color change for the neckline.

I'd love to keep the shirring exactly as it is right now.

But the armhole is dropped too low,

about an inch at the BP line.

This ruins the silhouette we intended.

-Right? -Yes.

So, if we could just raise it by an inch...

-Great work. -Great job today.

-See you tomorrow. -See you.

Guys, hold the elevator!

Ki-ho, let's go home now.

-Come on! -Go ahead.

-We'll wait. -Grab the elevator.

-Ki-ho, hurry! -Okay.

Oh, sorry about that.

Shall we?

Thank you.

[waitress] Order number 201...

[Sun-woo sighs]

[elevator dings]

Huh?

Ki-ho?

What brings you...

I thought you might be hungry working late,

so I brought you some.

Oh.

It's a famous pizza place nearby.

Enjoy.

Why don't we...

Please, have some with me.

Just one drink?

-Sure. -[both chuckle]

-Thank you. -[sighs]

Shall we?

Sure.

[sighs]

Oh! [chuckles]

Thank you. I was getting hungry.

Oh, it's really nothing.

Dig in before it gets cold.

Please, you first.

-Oh, thank you. -[chuckles]

You're just like my daughter,

picking out all the olives.

Do you see her often?

I hardly ever visit my parents.

[sighs]

I haven't seen her in about three years.

After studying in the States, she settled down with her husband.

What a pity. [laughs]

You must miss her a lot.

Of course I do.

I miss her so much.

When I miss her... Uh...

there's Instagram.

You have an account?

Of course. Everyone has one these days.

[both chuckle]

-That's my grandson. -Oh, my.

[gasps] So cute.

[laughing] How great is that?

-Ki-ho. -Yes?

What do you think of our company?

From your perspective, does it look sloppy and ridiculous?

Is that from the CEO candidate today?

but that producing a single T-shirt at that price didn't make sense.

That it was ridiculous.

That's what he said.

Every candidate says the same thing.

They only see clothes in terms of money.

It doesn't seem like he really understands WOO22.

-Right? -Yes.

[Sun-woo scoffs]

You used to work at a publishing company, right?

Yes.

I heard this building used to be a publishing company.

No way.

-You worked here? -[chuckling]

Seriously?

-[chuckles] -That's right.

Wow.

Before I applied,

I read an article about you.

I remember thinking, "This person is really inspiring."

But to be honest,

this building caught my eye before you did.

[exhales] You know...

[clicks tongue]

This place...

It used to be filled with the smell of paper.

[soft music playing]

All the years of my youth...

They're embedded in this place.

Oh, and...

The office you're using now,

that used to be my spot.

-Really? -It overlooks the whole place.

Yes, I can.

[chuckling in awe]

What did your wife say about you coming back here?

Well, if she were still alive...

She'd have been so happy.

-I'm sorry. -No, no.

It's really quite alright.

[chuckles softly]

Ms. Lee.

There's somewhere I'd like to show you.

Care to take a look?

STOCKROOM

[Sun-woo gasps]

Oh, my...

-Did you organize this area too? -I did.

Okay, let's see...

Ms. Lee, come over here.

And have a seat.

Oh, thank you.

[chuckles]

This room used to be the boiler room.

When they remodeled this place,

looks like they kept this window.

[soft music continues]

Back when I used to work late,

if I had a lot on my mind or I couldn't focus,

I'd come up here sometimes.

And just look at the moon.

Ki-ho.

Yes?

Thank you for tonight.

[exclaims]

-Ms. Lee. -Yes?

See the moon up there?

If you look closely,

there are two rabbits

-pounding rice cakes on it. -[Sun-woo chokes]

[both laughing]

-[Sun-woo] Excuse me. -[Ki-ho] It's okay.

-[Sun-woo] Sorry. -[Ki-ho] It's all right.

[Sun-woo laughs]

You don't see them? I can.

[Sun-woo chuckles] Where?

[Ki-ho] Over there.

[both laughing]

[Sun-woo] You're being silly.

Ah.

I heard today's candidate is called the "King of Restructuring".

-I wonder... -Hello, ma'am.

-Who are you? -I'm your new driver.

The VP asked me to wait here.

It's truly an honor to be driving you.

I've never worked with such a young female CEO before.

You're really incredible. A charismatic woman.

WHAT'S THIS? WHERE'S KI-HO?

-VP TOLD ME TO GET A NEW DRIVER. -THIS SOON?

[driver] The ten billion revenue legend in just three years!

I'd love to learn from you while I'm working for you.

Please fasten your seatbelt.

We'll head out now.

I don't really talk about myself, but...

I used to work at a place called Ganghwa Trading--

-[car horn honks] -[driver] Holy crap!

-Learn how to drive! -[yells angrily]

Are you all right, ma'am?

-[whimsical music playing] -[hurried footsteps]

Ki-ho! Where's Ki-ho?

No idea.

[indistinct murmuring]

Young-hwan!

What happened to your clothes?

It just happened. Have you seen Ki-ho?

Do you know where Ki-ho is?

Oh...

There.

-Ki-ho! -Yes, Ms. Lee.

Oh, gosh...

You must think I'm crazy,

after everything you did for me yesterday.

Oh, no, not at all.

I'd like to apologize if I was rude yesterday.

No.

I apologize.

There was some miscommunication.

I'd actually like you to keep driving for me,

if you don't mind.

Well, not at all.

-Of course I'll drive for you. -[sighs in relief]

Thank you so much.

I'm not very good at getting close to people.

And you're much older...

That's why I said that.

To be honest, I was very guarded around you at first.

But when I'm with you, I feel at ease somehow.

And that felt unfamiliar, even uncomfortable.

Thank you for understanding.

Let's move your desk next to Min-ah's.

You can help her out more directly.

She's doing well,

but it's too much work for her to handle.

Well, I'd be happy to.

-[chuckles] -Great!

[upbeat music playing]

[mouthing] Thanks.

Oh, my earphones...

Ah, Ms. Lee, I'll grab them for you.

[knocks on door]

Excuse me.

I work for Ms. Lee.

I'm here for her earphones.

Ah.

Must be tough,

having such a picky woman as your boss.

She's really something else.

Oh, absolutely.

My boss really is something else.

It's because she's that sharp and strong-willed

that she's called the dark horse of the fashion industry.

And you know, in this day and age,

labeling someone a "picky woman" is a pretty risky move.

Have a good day.

-[comical music playing] -[door opens]

Ms. Lee.

Oh.

Thank you.

You know,

it was like talking to a wall.

He says we're too feminine?

He has no clue about our brand,

yet he claims to know what he's doing?

[Yoon-hee] How about this place?

-[Ki-ho] Yeah, this one's better. -[Yoon-hee] Mm.

It's got a washer and fridge, and all the basic amenities.

But it's not pretty...

That's not important.

The most important thing to do before you move in is

to check the property register.

-You know what that is? -Yeah, I do.

Check how much mortgage debt is registered under the landlord's name.

-Oh. -And after you move in,

you must immediately--

Hey! What's that?

Come here.

What is this?

You said to prepare a nice, small gift.

[Yoon-hee gasps]

This is more than that. Don't.

What happened to your glasses?

I think I look better without them.

Who told you that nonsense?

What's with that shirt?

Joon-hyung lent it to me.

-Don't I look wild? -What the heck is that?

-[Yoon-hee] What the-- -Crazy.

I think those are for you.

You look honestly horrendous.

[comical music playing]

What's this?

Oh, this...

Today's my birthday.

So Joo-sung prepared this for me. [laughs forcedly]

Oh...

-Thank you, Joo-sung. -[exclaims]

-Happy birthday, Ki-ho! -Thanks.

[Joo-sung grunts]

-You bought such a huge one... -[laughing]

Happy birthday.

-Happy birthday. -Thanks.

-[employee] Happy birthday, Ki-ho. -[clapping]

[Yoon-hee] It's his birthday, everyone!

Thank you.

[whimsical music playing]

[keyboard clacking]

Honey.

The company has been absolute chaos lately.

[chuckles]

I'm heading out.

[Sun-woo] Let's move the banner a little closer to the door.

-I'd appreciate that. -[employee] Yes, of course.

Ki-ho, I need to get to the Jinri Bookstore in Gangnam.

Can you make it by 7:00?

Of course.

I stopped by the flagship and now I'm heading to Gangnam.

-[Young-hwan] Gangnam? -Yeah.

My husband has a book talk tonight.

You still near the flagship?

-Go see Ru-da. -Why?

She wants to wear Version A at the open party.

What?

You sent her Version A? We decided to scrap it.

[Young-hwan] We didn't, but she found out somehow.

I'm at the factory right now, so you need to go.

HUBBY

[line ringing]

[automated voice] Your call has been forwarded...

Why isn't he picking up?

Ms. Lee.

Let's move as fast as we can.

You might be able to attend a bit late.

Do you think we can?

[engine accelerates]

[Ru-da] I don't like it.

I don't get what it's trying to show. It lacks impact.

And...

This time,

you've completely covered both legs with these pants, huh?

Are you doing this on purpose?

Why didn't you send Version A instead?

I like that better, with the short skirt.

I know you love skirts, Ru-da.

[scoffs]

[sighs]

But, Ru-da...

This is the limited signature design for this season.

How can this be a limited signature?

You call this a signature just because you put rhinestones on it?

[scoffs]

Sun-woo, you've lost your touch.

Send it again.

Ru-da.

How did you get Version A?

No one sent it on our end.

Was it my stylist? I don't know.

I'm gonna get changed.

[receding footsteps]

[sighs]

How did the book talk go?

Did it go well?

Sorry, I was going to go, but suddenly--

It's okay.

It was fun.

How are the CEO meetings going?

They're a mess.

You know...

I'm applying for a position at Sehyun University down in Jeonnam.

It's not going to work out for me here.

There, I'll have tenure.

Professor Lee recommended it to me.

Out of the blue?

Everything happens out of the blue.

Opportunities don't show up when you want them to.

Still, you can't make that decision without discussing it with me.

Would that change anything?

So we only see each other on weekends?

If you don't want to, drop everything and come with me.

I have to adjust for you, just because you earn more?

[scoffs]

[somber music playing]

[sighs]

[keyboard clacking]

Ki-ho.

Can we talk for a second?

Sure thing.

You're quite talented, aren't you?

What do you mean?

You won Sun-woo's trust in such a short time.

That's pretty impressive.

Ki-ho.

What do you think about appointing a new CEO?

Sun-woo seems to rely on you a lot.

Could you try to persuade her?

If the CEO meeting in Tokyo falls through, we'll be in trouble.

Sun-woo...

She's very passionate.

But things are slipping through the cracks.

That's why I'm asking you.

For the sake of our company.

And for Sun-woo's own sake.

[Sun-woo, sternly] Min-ah, I told you this was important.

[footsteps stomping]

Min-ah.

What's going on?

I'm gonna quit.

I can't do this anymore.

[breathes deeply]

Dong-dong sent the wrong email,

and we lost a whole meeting.

You can't blame AI for making mistakes.

Of course, I should've double-checked.

It's my fault.

But you know,

I'm swamped with work.

Of course, I know you're handling a lot.

And on top of that...

she keeps comparing me to you. [sighs]

How am I supposed to compete with 30 years of experience?

When you started your first job...

[sobbing] ...I wasn't even born yet.

[deep exhale]

[Ki-ho, softly] Don't leave, Mr. Choi.

[uneasy music playing]

[yelps]

-[Joon-hyung] What's wrong? -You all right?

Please bring a bandage and some ointment over here.

I told them to check it thoroughly...

Are you kidding me?

What if a customer gets hurt browsing clothes?

I'm sorry.

You're bleeding too much.

-Hurry up, please. -Bring the--

This isn't the problem right now!

Are you all out of your mind?

We don't have much time.

Get it together!

[uneasy music continues]

What I'm saying is...

you don't need to worry about me.

Just focus on the flagship, okay?

Fix this, okay?

[Yoo-jin] Yes, ma'am.

[elevator dings]

Ki-ho, why are you still here?

[Ki-ho] You didn't go home straight from the flagship?

[sighs] There was a problem with the shelves.

It's driving me crazy.

I need to place a new order,

reorganize the outfits for display,

and then... [chuckles softly]

I just want to do well on the Prism Department Store project.

Ah. [chuckles]

I'm working so hard. Care to say anything to me?

Maybe a compliment or some praise?

You'll die at that rate.

Jeez.

Half of my friends died from overwork.

[amused chuckle]

Yoo-jin.

You know...

coming from my perspective,

I know you've got what it takes.

Believe me, you definitely do.

No way.

I still have a long way to go.

Not in this lifetime.

You'll see. [chuckles]

[tender music playing]

-Thank you. -[Ki-ho chuckles]

-Don't work too late. -Sure.

You too, Yoo-jin.

[Min-ah] Clip these and bring them inside.

All right.

[Min-ah sighs]

[knocks on door]

[Sun-woo] Yes?

[exhales]

Oh, nice.

I'm impressed.

I just helped out on the side.

Min-ah prepared a lot for this.

All right. [chuckles]

I get your point.

[clicks tongue]

[chuckles] Okay, okay.

One second.

Min-ah.

You did an amazing job.

I know you've been busy. Thank you so much.

You're the best.

[stifled laugh]

[upbeat music playing]

-[reporter 1] Wave, please. -[reporter 2] Over here.

-[reporter 3] Look here. -[reporter 4] Here, too.

[reporter 5] Over here!

[upbeat music continues]

Thank you.

[indistinct chatter]

WOO22 is growing faster than ever.

What's your future vision?

We've always thought a lot about balance.

A classic foundation with an unexpected twist.

I think that's the rhythm of WOO22.

[Joo-sung] Min-ah.

-[Min-ah] Mm-mm. -[Joo-sung chuckles]

-[Joo-sung] Cute. -[stifled laughter]

She always has to be the center of attention.

-Does it hurt to be early? -[chuckles awkwardly]

Ru-da will be here soon.

[Yoo-jin] Yes, copy that.

-[upbeat music playing] -[reporter 1] Ru-da!

[camera shutters clicking]

-[reporter 2] Over here, Ru-da! -[reporter 3] Look here, please.

Ru-da, over here!

[reporters clamoring]

[reporter 4] You look gorgeous!

[reporter 5] Over here, please!

[reporter 6] Ru-da, turn this way!

[reporters continue clamoring]

[reporter 7] Ru-da!

[gasps]

That's Baek Ru-da!

[indistinct chatter]

-[faint upbeat music playing] -[camera shutters clicking]

Ru-da!

Oh, Ms. Lee.

Congrats.

You're wearing that?

Hello.

Hello, Helen.

Ru-da, beautiful as always.

Oh, my goodness!

Sun-woo, your outfit!

-This is absolutely elegant. -[chuckles]

Guess it's because you're wearing it.

The fit is so stunning and gorgeous.

-[chuckles] -Thank you so much.

[Helen] You look amazing.

-[guest] Helen! -[Helen] Oh.

-See you later. -Sure.

[receding footsteps]

Ru-da?

Did you wear that to show me?

[scoffs]

What? Of course not.

Instead of leaving it on display, I just wore it myself.

Ms. Lee.

Last time I checked, I'm the face of WOO22.

-Of course you are. -Right.

[Yoo-jin] Ru-da.

Ah.

Yoo-jin will take care of you.

I'll go get changed.

Ms. Lee.

[soft comical music playing]

Jeez, this is ridiculous.

[sighs]

YOUNG-HWAN

[Young-hwan] Want me to take care of Ru-da?

I SWEAR SHE'S CRAZY...

RU-DA WHERE ARE YOU?

[exhales angrily] Ru-da is freaking insane!

Seriously, I hate her more than anything!

Young-hwan, I'm dead serious right now.

From now on, I never, ever...

I never want to work with her ever again!

You know she's a complete freak.

I swear she's gone insane!

Send.

[sighs]

[soft comical music playing]

[laughs in disbelief]

Right.

Yep.

Talking shit helps when you're pissed.

Huh?

I SWEAR SHE'S GONE INSANE

RECIPIENT BAEK RU-DA

[gasps]

[upbeat music playing]

[laughter]

You're hilarious.

Don't panic.

ERASE MESSAGE

Don't panic...

MESSAGE CANNOT BE ERASED

Huh?

[beeping]

Ms. Lee, are you all right?

I think...

Gosh...

What have I done?

[both sigh]

Can we hack her phone?

I'm not a hacker.

-Yoon-hee? -I'm in finance.

-Min-ah? -I'm so sorry.

I'm so dead.

Well...

I have an idea.

[glasses clink]

Ru-da.

Oh, that looks much better.

Right? I think so, too.

Oh, this is Richard Park, one of our investors.

-[in English] Richard Park? -Yeah.

I'm Richard Park.

-It's an honor to meet you. -[exclaiming]

Oh, my God!

So beautiful! Thank you, Richard Park.

-Nice to meet you. -Nice to meet you, too.

[chuckles]

Uh, Ms. Beck, could you take a picture with me?

Okay, sure.

Oh, thank you.

Uh, wait a moment, please.

-[in Korean] Honey, where are you? -Yes, honey?

[in English] Oh, Stella. Stella, come on.

-Oh, Richard. -Come on.

Oh, yeah.

-[in Korean] Let me take it for you. -Hello.

-On three. One, two, three... -[camera shutter clicks]

-Say kimchi. -Kimchi!

Oh, very good.

Let's take one with yours, Ru-da.

With mine?

I need you to post it on social media.

No, thank you.

Why?

[in English] Oh, sorry.

Next time.

[electronic dance music playing]

[all cheering]

[in Korean] Ru-da, dance with me!

You dance?

Yeah, it happens.

Come on, let's dance!

-I'm good. -Why not?

I said, no.

Oh, you mean it.

[music continues]

[cheering continues]

[all chanting] Lee Sun-woo! Lee Sun-woo!

So pretty!

Are you gonna stand here like this?

[all chanting] Baek Ru-da! Baek Ru-da!

Ru-da!

[music stops]

[chanting fades]

Ru-da, I'll hold onto this for you.

Baek Ru-da!

[all chanting] Baek Ru-da! Baek Ru-da!

[music continues]

Ms. Ru-da!

[in English] Look at me, Ru-da.

Look at me. Look at me!

[chanting fades]

[loud cheering]

[music continues]

[cheering loudly]

[music continues]

[in Korean] To all our new interns,

along with our whole team...

Thank you so much. You saved WOO22.

And I'm sorry.

I shouldn't have used you like that.

I just didn't know what to do.

It's all right. We handled it, right?

-Yes, we did! -We made it.

You're right.

Thank you again.

-Cheers! -Cheers!

[cheering]

What if we pair a tie to this color?

Any thoughts?

I'm thinking of pushing it as a key item this season.

[sighs] What now?

We took care of everything.

What you sent to Ru-da was really risky.

I know.

I'm sorry.

You really have to decide in Tokyo.

Do you really need the company to fall apart to get it?

Fall apart?

Young-hwan.

What?

Are you thinking about an exit?

Is that why you're pushing so hard?

I've thought about it, but you don't want that.

Of course not.

Let's be honest.

You think I can't pull it off, huh?

Yes.

You're a bit reckless.

And I think that's better for WOO22.

[footsteps recede]

[soft music playing]

Here you go.

Thank you.

This place is nice during the day, too.

Right? It really is.

I really love this place.

Our company...

This office...

And everyone here...

I don't want to lose any of it.

Yes.

I know you don't.

Ki-ho.

If it's all right with you,

would you come to Tokyo with me?

Sure.

I'll come with you.

I thought things would slow down after the flagship wrapped up,

but I guess not.

[chuckles]

Ki-ho, if you don't mind,

could you drop me off in Gwacheon today?

In Gwacheon?

Yes.

I haven't been around much for my husband lately.

So I'm going to pick him up.

Okay, I'll drop you off there.

-Thank you. -Sure.

[line ringing]

Not answering again...

Thank you.

You can take the car.

I can drive you both home.

It's all right, I might walk around the campus for a bit.

We'll have a little date taking the subway.

I should've figured that out.

[both chuckle]

Have a lovely evening.

-See you tomorrow. -See you.

[somber music playing]

HUBBY

Hello?

I'm in front of the humanities building.

Yeah, I'll wait for you here.

Okay.

[soft music playing]

[indistinct chatter on TV]

Ki-ho!

Oh, Ms. Lee.

[chuckles]

I couldn't sleep,

so I came to grab a beer.

Oh, really?

Which one do you like?

Look, why don't we go out for a drink?

Shall we?

Sure, let's go.

My treat.

Actually, I know an izakaya nearby.

It's quite nice.

That's perfect. [chuckles]

[indistinct chatter]

It was somewhere near here...

I think it's this alley,

but I can't quite remember...

You sure it's here? [laughs]

I'd come here often back in the day,

whenever I had a business trip.

Hold on, I think it's over there.

Oh, there!

-Over there? -Yes!

Hold it.

It's hot, careful.

Arigato gozaimasu.

[chuckles]

Here.

Cheers.

Cheers.

I used to drink sake a lot when I was dating my husband.

Oh, did you?

I don't know if this is okay to ask,

but how was your marriage?

My marriage?

[chuckles]

Well...

Well, I met her when...

when I was 30.

I met my wife at 30.

There was an ad agency right next to my office.

She was an assistant manager at that ad agency.

Hmm.

She had the prettiest eyes.

I completely fell for them

and chased her around like a madman.

[both laugh]

[sighs]

She loved flowers.

And...

she was a warm-hearted person.

I was always too busy,

so we were gonna spend time together after retirement.

But she left me behind too soon.

Aren't you curious about my marriage?

How's yours?

Hmm.

I met him in the autumn when I was 23.

He was eloquent and brilliant.

And handsome.

He was a truly wonderful man.

But as I got busy with WOO22,

he ended up taking over most of the housework.

We've been married for seven years now.

Seven years...

That's quite some time for things to change.

He's having an affair.

You knew about it?

Yes.

Last time,

when I dropped you off in Gwacheon...

I saw him with another woman.

It was unintentional.

I wasn't sure...

how to bring it up to you.

I couldn't make up my mind until now.

I'm sorry.

When we went to Gwacheon...

So...

he's still seeing her.

Gosh, I'm such a fool.

She's his TA.

About three months ago, I was sending an email on his laptop.

I read a text from her.

It read, "I love you, babe."

"See you tomorrow."

For a moment, I thought I sent it.

But this is just...

Isn't this too much?

Honestly, I feel like I'm going crazy lately.

I can't stand it.

Sure, fine. Maybe this is for the best.

Marriage sucks.

We don't even have kids.

Our relationship...

It's over the moment I walk away.

It's that easy.

Would things have been different if we had a child?

[soft music playing]

No, right?

Of course not.

I can't have a child for that reason.

I know I shouldn't.

I'm losing my mind, saying things like this.

[laughs]

It won't last, right?

Affairs never last.

They just come and go.

I get how he feels, too.

He must've been really anxious about his future.

And I was so busy, we barely saw each other.

He probably needed someone to lean on.

I wasn't there for him...

[voice breaking] And I feel so bad.

It makes me sad.

But still, he shouldn't have done this, right?

You're right.

I really gave everything to him.

I loved him with all my heart.

[crying] I thought as long as I did well, I could keep this family together.

But I guess it didn't work out.

[sniffles]

Maybe...

If I had been a bit softer...

if I were a better person...

things might have been okay.

But I was so difficult and sensitive.

And unstable...

It must've been hard.

Believe it or not...

I'm angry at myself mostly.

I ruin everything, every time.

You know what?

Young-hwan has also betrayed me.

He deliberately leaked the designs.

He was like a real brother to me.

I guess...

it's all because of me.

Because I'm not good enough.

That's probably why everyone is leaving me.

Get it together!

You did nothing wrong.

They're the ones who messed up.

Don't be harsh on yourself.

They're all pieces of shit.

It's okay to give them shit.

Don't even try to understand them.

Listen to me.

You are young and talented.

And you can do anything.

But...

Are you really falling apart over those pieces of shit?

Does this make sense to you?

[sniffles]

Let it out.

Let it all out.

Cry your heart out for now,

then we can talk.

[cries]

Okay.

[crying]

I do know how you feel.

[crying]

[sniffles]

If you were my daughter...

this is what I would've said to you.

[laughs]

[music continues]

[indistinct chatter]

He said I'm the one who knows the brand best.

He promised to check with me before any major decisions.

Of all the CEO candidates I've met,

he was the best. [chuckles lightly]

I'm going to hire him.

Right away?

Yes, for the sake of WOO22.

-[cat meows] -[door lock beeps and clicks open]

Mommy's home. [chuckles affectionately]

How've you been?

[door locks and beeps]

[mellow music playing]

You're back.

-[door slides shut] -How was Tokyo?

Seems like a decent person.

I'm going to hire him.

Oh, that's great.

Wanna grab a glass of wine?

Huh?

Um, no, I'm good.

I have to prepare for my book talk and my tenure application.

[sighs] Right.

How's the application going?

Hmm. [smacks lips] It's going okay, I guess.

[music continues]

Is Jung-hee being a big help?

[piano theme darkens softly]

[soft, sorrowful piano music plays]

[sighs deeply]

[music continues]

[engine hums quietly]

[music fades]

[water trickling]

[doorbell chimes]

Huh?

Ms. Lee.

-I'll get the door for you. -[keypad beeps]

[door opens]

Please, come on in.

It's quite cold, huh?

[Sun-woo exhales sharply]

Please come in.

I was just brewing some coffee.

Would you like a cup?

Today is the day we're signing with the new CEO.

I couldn't sleep a wink.

[exhales bashfully]

Ah...

Right, that's today.

I don't know.

I'm not sure what I'm feeling.

[hums thoughtfully]

[clears throat softly]

[soft tongue click]

Ms. Lee.

When I accompanied you to the factory last time...

[sentimental piano music playing]

...I saw how passionately you explained the designs to the staff.

And I realized how WOO22 succeeded in just three years.

[inhales deeply] You went without proper meals

or proper sleep,

literally pouring your soul into building this amazing company.

Why bring in a new CEO,

as if you're being pushed out, as if you're giving it all up?

Because of your husband's affair?

Or because your colleague betrayed you?

That's not it.

That is neither a smart nor a wise decision.

-No, that's not-- -Ms. Lee.

I know how you feel.

In my eyes, WOO22 is...

It's not just a company

that makes pretty clothes to make a fortune.

It has far more meaning and value than that.

Because...

WOO22...

It holds your dream.

Just think about it.

Think about the dream you had over the last three years.

Can you really give that up?

The person who knows WOO22 best,

and loves it the most...

That's you, and no one else.

[piano music brightens softly]

[exhales in relief]

[exhales firmly]

[chuckles]

[exhales deeply]

[music continues]

[Yoon-hee] Wait, we're getting a new CEO?

When?

Maybe in two weeks, at the earliest.

[disappointedly] I like Ms. Lee though.

Me too.

I've double-checked the paperwork.

You just need to sign here.

Here.

I'm not signing this.

Are you out of your mind?

[scoffs]

Fine.

Don't sign it.

Seriously, do you have any sense of responsibility?

And you call yourself a CEO?

Huh?

[scoffs]

Hey.

[angrily] You know how much I've been putting up with you?

I'm also putting up with you, too.

Oh, are you?

Putting up with what exactly?

I tracked the design leak to Ru-da, and they led to you.

You pushed the investors for a new CEO.

And you kept leaking articles about owner risk since last year.

Do you want to say something?

Jeez.

What have you heard?

Part of what you're saying... [scoffs] ...is true.

But not all of it.

I don't think so.

What's your story, then?

You're damn selfish,

and you always shut me out like this.

I shut you out?

No.

I relied on you.

Relied on me?

Oh.

You mean whenever you wanted it your way,

you'd mess it all up, like this,

and I'd have to take care of it for you?

You call that relying?

Save it.

I think we're done, don't you?

[sighs]

Sorry, but...

I'm not walking out empty-handed.

Take the sports line we were prepping.

Production, buyers...

Take it all if you want.

No questions asked.

So let's just drop it here.

Everyone's watching.

[scoffs]

Wow.

Young-hwan.

Thanks for all your work.

[somber piano music plays]

[elevator dings]

[music continues]

[button beeps]

Everyone.

We've always blazed our own path,

instead of following a set one.

I was able to do that...

because you ran with me during times of trouble,

and helped me through it all. [swallows back tears]

It was because you stayed with me.

With you all by my side,

I'll keep pushing forward. [voice trembles]

I know I'm not perfect...

[music continues]

...but let's do this together.

[gentle piano music playing]

And...

Yoo-jin?

Yes? [chuckles awkwardly]

From now on, I want you to step up as VP.

-[gasps] -[excited murmurs]

The Prism Department Store deal,

the flagship, the monthly plans...

I know it was all you.

You are more than qualified.

Thank you.

-Applause, please. -Thank you so much.

[cheer and applause]

Congrats!

So, shall the new VP treat us tonight?

Of course! How about pork belly?

[crowd groans playfully]

I'll chip in.

-Then let's go for beef! -[all cheering]

-Can't wait! -Beef, yay!

[cheer and applause]

[male employee] Hey, it's snowing!

[female employee] Look at that.

[all gasp]

[excited murmurs]

[inspiring music playing]

[Joo-sung] It's our first snow together, Min-ah.

[giggles]

[music continues]

-[soft gasp] -[gentle, magical piano score plays]

[over microphone] So, I have a question.

When your heart is in turmoil,

how would you put that into words?

Also, is there ever a right time to do so?

If you write after your feelings are settled, it's quite late.

But if you write when they're still raw... [inhales sharply]

...it's almost too vivid.

Well...

As a writer myself, you know...

You spoke really well up there.

[chuckles softly]

DIVORCE SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

I just...

I just wanted to be a good husband to you.

But...

I don't think I was.

I don't regret anything.

Meeting you...

falling in love with you... [voice cracks]

...even breaking up with you.

[Ki-ho] My three-month internship is finally over.

Thank you for everything.

I'll miss that carrot salad from time to time.

[soft, bright music playing]

[inhales deeply]

-[music continues] -[indistinct chatter]

[music swells up]

[music continues]

[soft score grows more resonant]

[music fades]

[sentimental music playing]

SIX MONTHS LATER

[indistinct chatter]

[bright, uplifting music playing]

Ki-ho.

[Sun-woo chuckles]

-[music swells up] -[gasps softly]

[chuckles]

[exhales sharply]

[music continues]

CHOI MIN-SHIK

HAN SO-HEE

DIRECTED BY KIM DO-YOUNG

[upbeat music playing]

Hello.

I'm applying for senior intern...

I didn't press the button.

[button beeps]

[inhales, then exhales deeply]

Hm, something feels off...

Oh, gosh.

-[gasps] -[phone thuds]

Darn it. [tuts]

[sighs in frustration]

Forget it!

Is this thing recording?

Ah, it is.

Hm...

[exhales deeply]

Hello.

I'm applying for senior intern.

My name is Kim Ki-ho.

[soft, gentle music playing]

[music continues]

[music fades]

[inspiring music playing]

[music continues]

[music fades]