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(Choi Youn So)

(Seol Jung Hwan)

(Shim Ji Ho)

(Jung Yoo Min)

(Unasked Family)

Mother.

I roasted sweet potatoes. Have some.

Mr. Bong.

What brings you here at such a late hour?

Well... Actually...

Well... Oh, right. Makgeolli.

He came here to drink some makgeolli.

That's right. I came here for makgeolli.

I was craving green onion pancake and makgeolli.

I'll bring you a bottle of makgeolli.

But...

I'm sorry, Ms. Wang.

I'll come back for makgeolli some other time.

I just remembered something I have to do.

All right.

You have no choice. Go on.

I'll be in touch.

Mr. Bong, are you leaving without drinking this?

I Nam, why did you choose to work as a delivery man?

Since I was a little boy, I liked riding a motorcycle the most.

I can make money while doing what I like.

I don't have any great dreams yet, but this is a perfect job for me.

What about you?

Why did you drop out of college to work as a delivery person?

I'm going to study fashion design in New York.

This is a perfect job for me to save a lot of money.

I see. I didn't know you were interested in fashion.

You didn't seem so.

That's because you never paid attention.

I've been called Fashion Queen of Hongeun-dong since I was little.

Do you know anything about fashion?

Why are you looking at me like that?

I've never seen you in a dress before.

You look great.

What should I do? She used some when I have to give it back to him.

Are you eating dinner now?

You're back.

Didn't you say you'd eat with Ms. Hwang?

Something urgent came up, so she had to leave early.

Do you want some?

No, I already ate at 4 Siblings Tofu.

The soft tofu restaurant?

You said you had plans. Did you go there to eat dinner?

Well, I had to meet the owner.

I guess you and the restaurant owner became close.

Seon Hwa, do you remember the lady who thought we were...

a newlywed couple at the supermarket?

Yes, I do. She works at your company.

Actually, she's the restaurant owner's daughter-in-law.

- Yeo Won is? - What?

How do you know her name?

We met while I was preparing for the opening of Ms. Hwang's studio.

She helped me a lot that day.

She also cheered me up.

I wished I had had an elder sister like her.

I thought she was single, but she's married.

Did you think that way too?

What? What do you mean?

Nothing. Never mind. Eat up.

However, it looks like you were meant to find that restaurant.

I'll go there often too.

(Writing Practice)

Dong U.

I've been learning to read and write Korean.

I have a teacher now.

He never gets upset because I don't understand.

He teaches me patiently and kindly.

So don't feel bad that you couldn't teach me...

before you left.

Mother.

Yes?

Come on in.

Were you looking at Dong U's picture?

Yes.

Whoever the person...

that Dong U saved is,

that person must be doing well, right?

Yes, I'm sure.

Yeo Won.

Do you still resent me?

No, Mother.

I think you made the right decision.

(Hana Beverages)

Oh, right. Can you make some time for me this weekend?

Well... What do you need me for?

My family and I will go golfing. I want you to go with us.

You're good at playing golf, right? You're as good as a pro golfer.

I'm flattered.

Su Ji's mom can't seem to get better at golf,

so she's very upset.

Give her some tips while playing golf and win some brownie points.

Thank you, sir.

However, I must warn you it won't be easy.

Whenever we play golf together, she complains about her gear...

saying her glove doesn't fit and everything.

It's quite annoying to me too.

I'll figure out a way.

Good.

Everyone is here.

- Hello, Mr. Kim. - Here you go.

- Hello, Mr. Kim. - Here.

You didn't have to do this.

- Please sit here. - Thank you.

- Please have a seat, everyone. - Yes, sir.

Since you called us in advance, we started the meeting without you.

Okay. You said you have a suggestion about the packaging design, right?

That's right. Where is the report?

Here you go. We collected the consumer opinions.

According to the survey, most consumers said...

Hana Beverages' packaging design is too old-fashioned for our image.

Ms. Kang, you seem very eager today.

Ms. Kang is always eager, sir.

It seems that even a drink bottle is considered as a fashion item.

Therefore, it's our team's opinion that we should...

pay extra attention to the packaging design for black sugar soy milk.

- Oh, my. Thank you. - You're welcome.

She even opened the lid for him?

Was this also Ms. Kang's idea?

- Mr. Bong. - Yes?

Oh, I'm sorry. Yes, it was.

How did you know, Mr. Kim?

Ms. Kang is the idea vending machine of our team.

Keep up the good work until we launch the new product.

Of course, I will do that. I'll dedicate myself to it.

Gosh, why is she smiling that bright?

Then please have some bread that I bought for you guys.

I should go now since I have something else scheduled next.

- Yes, sir. - Yes, sir.

- Thank you for the drink. - Don't mention it.

- Keep up the good work. - Goodbye.

It looks delicious.

The bread looks so delicious.

Mr. Kim takes such great care of the employees.

- He does, indeed. - Right?

Ms. Kang.

Have you finished writing the press release I told you about?

Yes, it's done.

Show me.

Right now?

Okay.

- Come on. Hurry up. - Here you go.

"The largest, the best."

Didn't I tell you not to use such words without objective data?

Write it all over again.

Take it.

- What's with him? - What was that?

Eat up. Enjoy it.

Why does Mr. Bong act like that toward Ms. Kang?

Ms. Kang, could you have done something to upset him?

I'm not sure.

I have no idea.

I let my personal feelings affect my work.

I'm even getting jealous now?

Cheon Dong, are you going to keep acting so pathetic?

Why do customers always crowd in all at the same time?

Gosh, I'm starving.

No. I won't go to Mom's restaurant anymore because she's mean to me.

I'll just order a bowl of jjajangmyeon.

I already ate lunch. Take it away.

Eat up.

I really ate.

Did it make you that upset?

Of course.

You sided with a complete stranger, not with your own daughter.

You run a cafe across the street, yet you can't even understand it?

This concerns me a great deal.

Why? What do you mean?

Ji Yeong. To me,

customers are like ghosts, not kings.

Ghosts? How random.

They shake their heads if the food tastes even slightly different.

And even when the way I put down the pot is slightly different,

they know that something's up with my family.

That's why I call them ghosts, all-knowing, all-seeing ones.

Nevertheless, I've always been grateful to them because...

I was able to raise you guys because of them.

I've been running my business with that mindset all these years.

I, too, leave my pride at home before heading out to work...

every morning.

I know that, of course.

I know how you feel,

so don't be mad at me.

You should get back.

I'll bring this back when I'm done.

Take your time.

My goodness.

I'd much rather be scolded and cursed at.

I've seen other moms even hitting their daughters.

I can't leave the restaurant because Ms. Naju isn't here,

so you should pick up the kids for the time being.

What should I do? As they say, "A long tail is bound to be seen."

Do I have to put on a suit again to go pick them up?

Sang Mun, why are you standing there looking all antsy?

Oh, Il Nam!

Why so excited? You're scaring me.

Would you be able to pick up Yeong Jae and Bo Ram today?

Don't you see this suitcase?

I have to go out of town because of a presentation.

You said the skincare business isn't doing well. Do you have to go?

The products are actually selling quite well, so don't worry.

Also, I can't pick up the kids.

If I'm seen with the kids,

people will assume that I'm married.

Have fun. I have to go.

Have a good trip.

Does that mean I have to pick up the kids today?

If Ji Yeong finds out, she'll throw a fit.

Ji Yeong, are you having lunch?

Yes. What's up?

Well, my dear sister.

I have to go out of town to take care of something important,

but I'm standing here right now because I need some cash.

Really?

I only have 70 dollars right now.

Take this.

Oh, what's gotten into you?

Did Ms. Wang put something in this stew or what?

- Give it back if you don't want it. - No.

Thanks. I'll put this to good use.

Hey, you don't have a headache now, do you?

Come on. I'm not a cheapskate.

Right. I know that, of course.

All right, eat up.

Eat so that you can work hard and earn even more money.

(4 Siblings Tofu)

(Kitchen Helper Needed, Hourly Wage 10 Dollars)

She's finally growing up.

Shall I get going, then?

I was worried because you left without a word.

Are you all right?

I'm sorry.

I put this on because I was cold, then forgot about it and just left.

I'm really sorry.

You came all the way here just to return this?

Ma'am.

Are you hiring a kitchen helper?

I heard this store opened recently. It's well-organized and neat.

Take your time and browse around, ma'am.

Oh, this and this.

This one too.

This one.

This too.

I'll cash you out.

My gosh, my wallet...

I'm so forgetful.

I must've left it inside the bag I used yesterday.

My husband is the CEO of Hana Beverages.

I see.

I'll send my driver over later to settle up,

so please pack everything up for me first.

I'm sorry, but you can't take our merchandise without paying.

Well, I told you that my husband...

is the CEO of Hana Beverages.

Don't you know the tall building across the street?

- I'm sorry, ma'am. - My gosh!

I carefully handpicked all of them. You can't put them back.

If you keep this up, we'll have to take some sort of action.

Look. Gosh.

You're humiliating me. Do you really have to do this?

I told you that my husband is the CEO of Hana Beverages!

- My gosh. - You can put it on this card.

Oh, okay.

- Mr. Kim. - Hello, ma'am.

Oh, could she actually get a smaller size of this?

Sure.

You have slim fingers, so the smaller size...

will fit much better.

What was that about?

No. This isn't what I wanted.

The lines look too weak.

I must see Mr. Bong's lively face in person...

to keep feeling inspired.

(Bong Cheon Dong)

He'll say no again if I ask him to meet up, right?

Shall I just visit his office?

He won't even glance at me, saying he's busy working.

You're so focused on this painting.

Is it going well, Ms. Hwang?

You scared me, Alice. Can't you knock or something?

By the way, whom are you painting?

Is it a real person?

I won't accept any questions until I finish the painting.

Understood. By the way...

What now?

- Shouldn't we call it a day? - Call it a day?

- Are you going straight home? - Yes.

Then let's call it a day.

- I'll give you a ride. - Pardon me?

Mr. Bong.

Why touch me like that? You startled me.

My apologies.

Anyway, what is it?

Let's go home together.

I have to take care of something around here first,

so I can't go straight home.

- See you. - Wait.

You're mad at me about something, aren't you?

If I did something wrong, please tell me. It's okay.

I'll fix it.

No, you didn't do anything wrong.

Then why are you so cold to me all of a sudden?

Please don't be like this and just tell me.

Like I said, I'll fix it.

Every time I see you,

my heart races and pounds. What can I do?

Mr. Bong.

I was more attentive to you than to others...

only because you were new.

Now that you're all settled in, I think we should keep...

an appropriate distance between each other.

I guess I've been too casual with you.

I was worried, not knowing what was bothering you.

Thank you for being honest with me.

I'll be careful from now on, Mr. Bong.

Can I get going now, then?

Yes, I'm sorry. I'll see you tomorrow.

Thank you for the ride.

Get home safely.

Is this where you live?

Do you live with your brother?

Yes.

- However, you're rude unexpectedly. - Pardon?

I mean, I kindly gave you a ride home.

But you won't offer me a cup of tea.

Oh, right. Would you like to come up for a cup of tea...

Which floor?

Your house is so small.

Don't you lack air to breathe in this tiny house?

It's big enough for two people.

Oh, my. Still, you have a dressing room.

No. That's... Ms. Hwang, wait.

This is my brother's room.

Is that so?

When will he be home?

I don't know. He doesn't get off work at the same time every day.

Try calling him.

What are you waiting for? Call him.

Okay.

I hope it'll be warmer for you this winter.

I hope you like this.

Who is he going to give this to?

I guess I've been too casual with you.

I was worried, not knowing what was bothering you.

Thank you for being honest with me.

I'll be careful from now on, Mr. Bong.

Was I too cold to her?

I hope I didn't hurt her feelings.

- Hang on. - Why?

You're seeing someone, right?

No, I'm not.

You've been smiling all day long. I must be right about it.

You shaved your beard too.

Who is she?

Actually...

The lady we saw at the restaurant.

Are you serious?

The female writer who used to come to the restaurant?

She's a poet.

Don't tell anyone. I'm embarrassed.

As they say, even an old tree can bloom flowers.

I'm jealous. I'm so jealous.

- Welcome. - Hello.

Mr. Bong.

Hello.

Mr. Kang, please come here.

You seem to be alone. Do you mind if we join you?

Of course not.

Please have a seat.

- Oh, okay. - Please come.

Mr. Kang, this is my tenant I told you about.

It's nice to meet you. I'm Bong Cheon Dong.

- Oh, you're the lawyer. - That's right.

However, you look familiar somehow.

I guess you got into a car accident.

I took her to a hospital, but she treats me like a con man.

All sorts of things happen to me too while working as a taxi driver.

There are so many unreasonable people in the world.

I was talking on the phone about my car repairs.

That's right. Let's sit down.

Okay.

Mother, I'm back.

Why did you come here instead of going straight home?

I came here to help you since you're working alone.

- I hired someone, Yeo Won. - You did?

Hello.

I'm Ms. Wang's daughter-in-law.

Hello. My name is Trang.

Trang?

It's nice to meet you.

She's from Vietnam.

She's so meticulous and quick on her feet.

She also looks like a nice person.

Let me taste it.

It's so good.

Stop.

You will get thirsty while sleeping.

Take some of this to your supervisor.

He lives next door to Mr. Choi in his flat.

You know where it is, right?

Can't you give it to him later?

Don't you know geotjeori kimchi is much better when it's freshly made?

Hurry back.

Yes, Mother.

Mr. Bong, you have a girlfriend too, right?

I can tell that you had a fight with your girlfriend.

I don't have a girlfriend. I've been single my whole life.

However,

it's about a girl as you think.

You're a lawyer and handsome. What's there for you to worry about?

Just ask her out if you like her.

What kind of girl is she?

The thing is...

I didn't know, but I found out that she's a single mother.

I found out about it not long ago.

If she's a single mother...

A woman who raises a child alone?

- Yes. - Are you insane?

You deserve better.

Date a single woman, not a single mother.

I want to.

However, I can't stop thinking about her.

I'm so confused...

and troubled.

I didn't even get a chance to tell her how I feel.

I have so much going on in my mind.

The person you have called cannot be reached. Please leave...

Cheon Dong won't pick up.

You haven't even had dinner when it's getting late.

Then make ramyeon for me, at least.

Sure.

Please wait here. I'll go get some and come back shortly.

No need to rush. Take your time.

Okay.

Why isn't he coming?

Mr. Bong, is it you?

What? You...

Ms. Hwang.

(Unasked Family)

I think Ms. Hwang is interested in you.

Seon Hwa, stop making useless remarks and go to sleep.

I'd like to meet you.

- How about we become friends again? - I'm sorry.

Is the new product development going well?

- I think Su Ji would do well. - Why should I do that?

Why did you leave hastily that day?

I thought you were trying to avoid me.

So I left quickly to make you comfortable.