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Excuse me.

Is anyone here?

Oh, welcome.

Where is the Palace restaurant? They serve traditional Korean cuisine.

If you go out, go straight to the right, and you'll see a 4-way intersection.

If you turn right at the hospital, you'll see the sign for the restaurant.

Thank you.

- Omo.. Are you okay?

Yes, I'm okay.

Are you okay? -Yes yes.

Please excuse me.

Goodbye.

I just slightly bumped into her.

Everyone, how many of your memories do you trust?

[Episode 23: Inception Controlling Thoughts]

The other day, you pulled out a bunch of kitchen stuff to make chocolate? - I washed and put everything away.

You didn't put it away properly. I opened a cabinet up high this morning, and everything fell on me. I almost hurt my head.

Okay.

I will never do such a thing again, so don't worry.

What do you want tomorrow? Just seaweed soup? - I don't like seaweed soup. (Seaweed soup is a traditional meal for birthdays.)

Ah that's right! It's Ji-Eun's birthday tomorrow! -Tomorrow is your birthday?

I'll give you a laser skin treatment for your birthday.

You'd like that, right? - I don't have anyone to show it off to.

What do you want? You were sad that you lost one glove the other day.

Should I buy that for you?

It's old, so it won't be easy to buy now.

Forget it, who needs presents?

What?

Never mind.

I wasn't expecting a gift from you so don't worry.

It's not that.

There's dried seaweed on your lip.

Our meeting ran long. You waited a long time, huh?

Mrs. Kim. This is my friend who lives in Scotland.

Hello. - Ah yes, hello

Oh. Are you ok? -Oh yeah yeah.

Excuse me...

Have you possibly met me before?

Me?

Where could I have seen you?

Scotland...

I have never been to Scotland. What is Scotland? Something you eat?

I will see you tomorrow.

Teacher, this is my friend.

It would be nice if she could attend our class tomorrow.

Will that be okay?

Of course. - No she can't.

The other members should be asked, too.

I'm sure if we ask, they'll be fine with it.

In any case, Madam Suh will also be absent, so there will be an extra seat.

Please come.

Yes, I'll be here.

Please take care of these orders for tomorrow's ingredients.

Tomorrow our restaurant is closed.

Sang-Yeob reserved the restaurant tomorrow night. He knows we are closed tomorrow. What is up with him?

And I don't know why, but he said you have to be there tomorrow no matter what. Is that okay?

Well... It's okay.

Since his reservation time is 8 PM, come to work at about 4 PM.

I have to be here, no matter what?

It's no good if I'm not here it seems.

Am I the guest of honor?

Oh, did he know it was my birthday?

He knew that? But that's not hard to find out. It's my birthday, after all.

Aha! A surprise party!

What do you want?

Can I change it to the news?

You didn't go out today?

Oh wait, you said it was your day off.

Watch what you like. I just had it on for no reason.

Is something wrong?

There is always something wrong.

Listen...

If she comes to the Poetry Society tomorrow, she'll recognize me.

Ah-jumma...

How many of your memories do you trust?

What is the most contagious thing?

Bacteria?

Parasites? No.

It's memories.

Once a memory gets into your brain, it's almost impossible to get rid of it.

So according you, Dr. Choi, her remembering who I am is only a matter of time.

But you can create the opposite effect.

Noona, I'll be going out.

Hyung-nim!

Won't you pay me back that $30 you borrowed?

When did I? - Oh, come on.

That day when it snowed a lot? We shoveled the snow together.

We did. - And when we came back up and put the Pas (medicinal plaster) on,

you said you needed money.

I did. - And then

I offered to lend you $30. Remember?

Sang-Hoon, you were there, too? - When you put the Pas on?

You were. See? I told you so.

Ok. I'll give it to you tomorrow.

Did Hyeong actually borrow my money?

Omo omo.

My minor in medicine was neurology.

This is called controlling someone's memory.

"Inception"

That "In-se" thing.

Can I do it, too?

This type of memory manipulation doesn't last long.

The human brain is alive, you see.

Hey, I didn't borrow that money.

Then, what should I do?

I guess he feels pretty bad.

Even preparing a party for me.

So I open the door. And the light goes out. "Omo, so dark."

"Is there anyone there?" Then Boom! A firecracker bursts. "Oh, shocking!"

"What's that noise?"

At that time, Sang-Yeob appears with a cake that's full of candles.

"Wow, how did you know my birthday, Sang-Yeob?"

"Thank you so much."

Hello. - Hello.

So I was coming here this morning,

... not the horse that goes "neigh..."

... and there was a dog...

... and the dog had spots, but it wasn't black and white...

When you put the brain to sleep, it becomes vulnerable.

Then its memory function becomes weaker as well.

It becomes more difficult for the brain to distinguish between real memories and altered memories.

But you can't put that person to sleep.

However, you can put her brain into a near-sleep state.

Think about your class time at school.

... so that dog, when I was crossing the street...

... it crossed the street, too...

... the dog wasn't right next to me...

... there was a little space between us...

I did it!

My looks are not particular, and everyone can make mistakes.

I believe you are mistaken when you think you've seen me somewhere before.

You have never seen me before.

Huh?

That person you saw before is...

Hello.

Oh, you've come. - I was almost done!

Madam Kim, is there something your are unsatisfied with?

No. Of course not.

I will do my best to be fooled by you.

So please fool me as much as you like, Mr. Lee Sang-Yeob.

Omo.

Where did it go?

My goodness.>/i>

What are you doing?

You didn't go out yet?

What are you looking for?

Uh...

This. I wanted to borrow it.

Lipstick? Why?

That is...

Why do you need lipstick? Are you gonna wear it?

Oh. Yes.

You wear lipstick?

I do.

See?

Oh. I think he's a pervert.

I have to see a patient soon.

I'm so desperate that I left the meeting to call you. What do I do?

Gosh, I don't know. - How can you say that? I have no one to trust but you.

Isn't there any way?

How about this one.

As we live, we pass by countless people.

But we do not remember every one.

I can't think of it.

I am sure that I saw you somewhere before.

Thank you.

This is the second time.

Huh? - Last time, I gave you a paper towel, just like this.

Did you?

Of course, this is a common occurrence. - It is.

You must have seen me at that time.

I think you may be right.

Most faces you encounter casually do not leave a strong impression.

So you can't be absolutely certain whether you met someone.

Am I too early?

He's trying to surprise me. So being properly surprised is good manners.

You're here. - Ji-Eun.

Come here just for a second.

Why?

Happy Birthday, Ji-Eun.

Can you help me carry these? I was going to ask an employee to help me anyway.

Good thing you're already here.

Okay. - Is he trying to make sure that I attend, like this?

He's pretending that it's not a party for me. I got it.

Wow, I am really smart.

Ah, nothing.

I'm sorry you're working so hard for my sake.

No, why would this be for your sake?

Oh...

You don't have to do all this for me.

Huh? - It's burdensome.

I should have told you before, that I don't really like these kinds of things.

Tell me what before?

Noona! Oh, here's the cake.

Oh, it's here.

Okay, everyone's arrived. Turn off the light.

Me? What do I do now?

Why is it so dark?

Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you!

Happy birthday Dear Jung Min.

Happy birthday to you. - Oh my, what to do.

It was Jung Min's birthday?

Hurry and make a wish and blow out the candles. My arms are falling off.

Okay.

Congratulations.

Since you're the guest of honor, you should wear the headpiece. Where did it go?

I thought she would be shocked if it was cold.

She's the guest of honor.

Awwww... thanks, you guys.

Cake is on you!

Thanks, you guys.

Thank you.

You're leaving in two days?

I heard you've been abroad for a long time. What a shame you're leaving so soon.

But it's difficult to be away from home. Isn't it?

I would like to stay longer, but my husband is calling me back.

Madam Park should treat you to something delicious.

Yes, I should.

Did you enjoy the Palace Restaurant the other day?

Yes, it was good. I did have some trouble finding it, though.

So I went to a comic book shop nearby...

I've been found out.

Perhaps... - Yes, please go.

Go where? - That place you want to go to.

We're going to the hospital. - Yes, go. Go to the hospital.

Hospital?

Yeah, I made an appointment for a skin treatment for you at Ace Line.

Ace Line? Dr. Choi works there.

Let's go together.

No, I think I have to stay a bit longer.

No problem. Even if it's my birthday, if I have to work, then I have to work.

But I still had seaweed soup for breakfast.

Thanks anyway.

You've arrived. We'll get ready right away.

I get chilly easily, so when I sit on the outside, I get cold.

This spot is warm.

So is Hoon not coming back to Korea?

Yes, is he not returning?

Do you know my Hoon?

I can start getting to know him. Hoon. What a nice name.

So is Hoon not coming back to Korea? Really?

We're ready for you. When you change into your robes, I'll guide you.

Who will be first? - You go ahead. I'll read some magazines.

All right, then.

I'll go to the bathroom.

What are you doing here?

Please help me. I think that woman remembers me.

Oh no, that's not good.

When people can't remember something, but they finally recall it, they experience satisfaction.

Once she remembers you, there's nothing you can do to stop it.

What do I do? If she finds out that I am the owner of that comic shop, it's not just me, but

it will be a big disaster for Ji-Eun, too. - Is she here?

In that case, let's try this method.

What?

This is a dangerous method.

Won't you say it? - Yes, okay...

On that day, with Madam Park,

you agreed to join her for a meal.

At the Palace Restaurant, which serves traditional Korean cuisine.

After such a long time on the plane,

you suddenly felt fatigue.

Perhaps you should have rescheduled for dinner time.

While you were gone,

Cheongdam-dong has changed a lot.

You don't know where anything is anymore.

It's full of buildings you do not recognize.

And then you see it. The comic book shop.

How can such a building be in such a prominent area of Cheongdam-dong?

You begin to look for the Palace Restaurant again.

But you don't see it. Perhaps it's because your vision has become weaker lately.

You decide to call Madam Park to ask her for directions.

But she does not answer. But you have to ask someone.

Someone who would know this area well.

So you go to the comic book shop, which looks like it's been there for a long time.

You hear someone say, "Welcome."

A young man with a pleasant appearance and with a bob haircut.

It makes you think of your son, who is probably in the midst of football practice right now.

So you ask him where the Palace Restaurant is.

Fortunately, he knows where it is.

You were correct to come here.

He's also very polite.

You attempt to thank him and say goodbye.

At that time. Boom.

You didn't see her. You bumped into someone coming in.

You stop to stare at her ring.

That the diamond is huge is one thing, but the cut is truly magnificent.

But that is not all.

That fur coat that is so lustrous.

That is definitely the coat that you coveted at that department store,

but could not afford to buy.

How well it suits her.

She apologizes.

Just like her possessions,

her manners are indeed luxurious.

She says something to the young man in the comic book shop.

It looks like she is also asking for directions.

You leave her presence,

and you leave the comic book shop.

The bright sunlight hurts your eyes...

Thanks you guys. You've worked hard. See you tomorrow.

Unni, happy birthday!

I thought you left already.

Do you have some time? Go somewhere with me.

Ah... so you found out it was my birthday?

Why didn't you tell me?

What's the big deal about birthdays.

It comes every year. It's not like the World Cup which happens every four years.

Come on.

Since it's my birthday

please don't do this. - Huh?

It's my birthday today.

So don't take me to places that you take other women, like you usually do.

I think I will enjoy it too much, so I don't want to.

Because it's my birthday today.

Okay, let's go.

So if you snap your fingers, all the lights will come on...

It's not like that, is it?

It's cold. Why make me sit on something like this when it's cold out?

This building was designed by me.

Of course.

You take women to the buildings you designed so you can boast to them about it. Right?

I'll go. - I copied the whole thing.

I copied famous buildings around the world, little by little.

I needed a title.

I received an award at the architecture exhibition, but I still couldn't get any work.

I opened my business office, but I was alone for a month and a half, at least.

Then I finally got work.

To design a building.

I was happy.

But the client had a lot of specific requests.

A building in Hong Kong. A building in New York.

He had a lot of knowledge of other buildings. - And so?

So I copied them. A little bit at a time, so it wasn't obvious.

And he liked it.

In the end, the only thing that is mine

is this.

The only element that is completely mine.

My heart and my truth

is just this one thing.

Sometimes I come here alone at night.

I look at it, and I curse myself.

It makes me small, like a beggar.

I can't tell anyone about it.

Not even my parents.

I hate feeling that way, even more than death.

But I do.

Men who put themselves down are not attractive, you know?

How do you feel? Seeing my truth?

It's perfect. - You lie. My butt is freezing.

Really. Really.

Thank you.

Then as thanks for listening to my beggar story,

I'll buy you a gift.

I received a gift already. Thank you.

I was really moved.

By what? What did I give you?

Hello?

Hye-Ja? Hye-Ja?

Nak-Gu Oppa.

It's Nak-Gu Oppa, isn't it?

Hye-Ja. I... uh...

Nak-Gu Oppa where are you? You're alive, right? You're okay?

I'm okay so don't worry.

You can keep living there.

I'll give it to you.

Really? - What is the truth between dream and reality?

Is this place you're living in

reality? Can you be sure?

If this top spins forever, then it must be a dream.

If you are happier in your dream, will you choose to live in your dream forever?

[Stay tuned for more "I Live in Cheongdam-Dong."]

[From Sang-Yeob, who she liked so much, Ji-Eun receives an unexpected gift. What will happen next?]

["Episode 24: I Wish It Was a Dream" will begin soon.]

Wait. So there's no real gift?

I asked him not to take me where he takes other women. I didn't say I didn't want gifts.

He could have given me the same gifts he gives other women.

Okay, let's say this is enough.

Could there be a better gift? His own truth.

[This Belongs to Oh Ji-Eun]

I will accept it.

Sang-Yeob. Your truth is mine.

This isn't a dream, right?

It's real.

["Episode 24: I Wish It Was a Dream"]

Ji-Eun, are you all right?

I'm sorry. I didn't see you.

Try getting up. Oh no, come on.

Hey, did you hurt your head?

What are you doing? - Ji-Eun is being weird. - She's so happy.

This should make her mad, but she's not mad.

Her gaze is so loving.

Maybe she's dating? - Who? That guy who came to the comic shop?

That guy who made us all act different?

You left this at the restaurant last night.

Thanks. - But

where did you go with Ji-Eun so late last night?

Just... whatever. - Why can't you tell me?

You're being suspicious. - What do you mean?

You know that first building I erected in Jam-Shil? I took her there.

Why there? - I just wanted to show her.

What is with you?

I think this is the first time you've taken anyone there. - Is that so?

I'll be going.

Let's sit together.

It seems this is the first time I've seen you.

What are you doing here in the comic shop at this hour? Nowhere else to go?

There are many others here in similar situations.

That guy over there is planning to open his own business.

Him, over there, is also planning his future.

Perhaps

if you have a $0.10 coin, because

I was going to have some coffee. - Please come here.

I just don't have change right now...

Here it is.

Sorry. Our director cannot be disturbed.

I'm sorry.

Director? - Yes.

He's a bit sensitive right now.

Hello?

Oh yes, not yet.

I think he may be here for a while.

How can you say that? We have no choice but to wait.

Yes, I understand.

Director? The location crew

wants to know when you will continue shooting...

Never mind. I'm sorry.

What do we do?

What can we do? We have to just wait.

Mom, remember that man?

You know, that man who is Madam Park's son from your Poetry Society.

He gave you that red ginseng?

Mom, are you still against him?

I want to date him, just in case things go well.

Of course, I am sorry to him about all the lies I told him.

But I want to tell him the truth, when the time is right.

He will understand if I am sincere.

Mom, know that you have a good daughter. Other daughters wouldn't tell you all this.

Mom, are you listening to me?

I am listening.

You don't have anything to say?

No.

What's with her?

So, then

he is really the winner of the Director's Award at Cannes,

Ahn Byung-Ho? - Yes.

But why is he here, like that?

He does this once in a while, when he suffers a block while shooting.

Sometimes he runs,

sometimes he plays a game.

And sometimes he goes to comic book shops.

But he's not even reading comics.

Why is he just sitting there like that?

He's just sitting there until he feels inspired again.

Even now, we were shooting nearby,

and he said that the actors he hired weren't what he expected at all.

So we're just waiting, too. - He is a true artist, isn't he?

Even if he's an artist, he should also consider his staff, too.

He sometimes changes shoots and the script on that very day, in the morning.

Last time, we were filming a movie,

and we were almost finished. But then he meets an actor in the street, and got a feeling,

and ended up replacing the lead actor with him.

Oh, really? - Yes.

In any case

it seems Mr. Director will be here for a long time today, doesn't it?

We really have to get going, though.

When do you close business today?

He disappeared.

Where did he go?

What's with you? Something good happened?

A good thing? Yes. - What is it?

You were glum even yesterday.

The truth is, it was also my birthday yesterday.

Really? We have the same birthday? Why didn't you tell me?

It was awkward timing, you know.

We should have celebrated our birthdays together. You should have told me.

Hey, let's have a birthday party for you. - I had one already.

After the party, with Sang-Yeob.

Just you two?

He somehow found out it was my birthday.

Maybe he felt sorry for me.

Maybe this is what they call "recovery by phone?"

No wonder you're in such a good mood.

Did he give you a nice birthday gift?

I received a really awesome gift.

It's priceless.

Excuse me? - Yes!

Noona, Noona.

Do you know who's in the comic shop right now?

Am I a fortune-teller? How would I know that?

Director Ahn Byung-Ho is there.

So what?

Sorry. I understand that

to you, Director Ahn Byung-Ho

isn't a big deal, of course.

But as a manager, a winner of the Cannes Films Festival...

Omo. What is such a famous director doing here?

They say that while shooting films

he wanders around, and sometimes casts his movies right then and there.

I am very grateful for yesterday.

I want to pay you back, somehow.

Are you busy tonight?

Let's meet at dinnertime. I'll come by the restaurant.

Oh, what is with you today? - What is all this?

What do you mean? They are your birthday presents.

I thought about what you might need, and it turns out you need everything.

I got you a jacket, a dress, a bag, shoes, earrings, and some makeup.

Oh, Unni. What to do?

Then what do I have to do for you, Unni?

Unni, you don't need anything, do you?

Please ask for whatever I can do for you.

Aigoo, it's fine. Let's just have dinner together today.

I... can't. I agreed to meet Sang-Yeob.

Sang-Yeob? - Yeah.

Based on yesterday, I think things are going to turn out really well with him.

I know you're a regular. But you owe so much, and you're asking for more credit?

Is this any way to run a business?

If you read my comic books, you've got to pay.

I promise to bring money next time.

I will let you go this time.

Omo, you mean your oldest son?

Yes, my son...

[My son]... - How nice for you.

I'm sorry I am late.

How wonderful for you.

Then let us begin class.

Where did we leave off last time?

Oh be quiet already. I can't hear!

Hey, Noona. - Sang-Yeob, where did you go yesterday with Ji-Eun?

Oh, because it was her birthday. But nowhere special.

Then did you give her something grand?

Me? I didn't give her anything.

Sang-Yeob. - What?

I know you pretty well, and I know her pretty well.

You're a bit much with the ladies. And Ji-Eun tends to misinterpret small gestures as big deals.

So?

Oh, fine, just whatever.

Yeah, they'll both figure it out. Why should I care?

What does she mean?

Should I part my hair this way?

Or this way?

I think this is better. - Before the director leaves...

It would be good if you came down soon. - Oh all right!

But a first impression is very important.

The director needs to get a feeling, you said.

Could he get a feeling with me looking like this?

That is true...

Hyung-nim. - What did the doctor say?

The air is dry, so my eyes were hurt. They put some medicine in my eyes.

So why do you keep glaring at me?

If I open my eyes this way, it hurts less.

Look that way, you're making me annoyed. - Sheesh.

Sorry, I'm a bit late. I meant to call, but I forgot.

It's okay. But

don't be late from now on.

Uh... okay.

There's someplace I want to go today. I'll give you directions.

Okay.

Please eat.

Okay.

Hold on.

That's good. Please eat.

Uh... okay.

How does it taste?

It's good. - Isn't it?

That's good.

Remember those noodles I made for you that time? That is this.

I have really liked noodles since I was young.

It was cheap, delicious, and you can eat it fast.

No matter how full I am, if there are noodles, I'll still eat it.

When I'm sad or something bad has happened,

when I eat noodles, I always feel better.

I usually don't tell anyone about this.

Noodles are thought of as plain everyday food.

But

when I eat noodles, I feel most like myself.

This, too

is my truth.

I think this is best, after all. Don't you think?

If you want, that is fine.

I'm asking your opinion, Manager Cho.

In my opinion,

if you want to part your hair like that, I think you should do that.

I am curious to know what you think.

Oh, all right. That looks good.

You're just saying that because you want me to stop asking, right?

Uh... No.

Should I do it this way?

Who throws away something like this in front of our house?

Careful, someone might get hurt.

What? You look scared.

Are you scared?

Do you feel fear?

Who wore my underwear that I washed and folded, again?

Who was it?

How dare you look at me that way?

Leave him alone.

He says his eyes hurt.

But you, making a big deal out of nothing.

Hey.

You've been in the army. What's so wrong with sharing underwear?

I don't like it.

It's not me.

It's not me, of course.

You can confirm it.

Do it!

Then who was it?

I'll drive you all the way home.

Just drop me off here.

I have something to buy on my way home.

Then okay.

Sang-Yeob.

Yes?

Never mind.

I'll tell you later.

Are you busy tomorrow? It's my day off.

Uh, tomorrow.

I will be busy for a while, starting tomorrow.

I have to go to the Cheongdam-dong construction site.

I think it's going to be tough. It's all industrial there, so there aren't even any restaurants.

A lot of things to worry about.

For a while, I think I will be doing nothing but work.

Oh, I see.

I understand.

Then call me later.

Yes.

So Manager Cho, you think parting my hair this way suits me, right?

Yes, you are right.

It looks good. Very good.

All right.

You should go down quickly. Okay?

But I don't like it this way.

Oh, jeez. Then do it the other way.

But you said that it looked good this way.

So, then...

Hold on.

What is that noise?

I better just pull my hair all back.

So cold...

He must be cold

if he's working outside. And he said there aren't even restaurants there.

Should I make an impact now?

While he's working hard,

I'll move him with a grand gesture!

Is that too much?

Well, we did pack him lunches from the Piace restaurant sometimes.

Just simple rice and side dishes seem not enough...

This will make his throat feel dry.

Oh, no.

If he eats this, he might feel stuffed.

What is the main dish here?

I feel like something is missing.

If you're going to say something, say it.

You didn't eat yet, did you?

The busier you are, the more you should eat all your meals.

How about this side?

Why doesn't he reply?

Yes, Ji-Eun?

Yes.

Huh?

Ta-da! Surprise!

How did you... ?

You didn't eat yet, did you?

I mean,

I live around here, so...

It's not much, I just brought a few things.

Ta-da.

It was really easy to make.

Aigoo, so cold. Chairman, it's time to go eat...

Oh, someone is visiting you.

Aigoo, she must be your girlfriend.

Hello.

Hello.

It's the first time anyone came to visit.

We'll go out to eat ourselves.

Bye. - Hold on, please.

I'll go with you.

What about your girlfriend?

It's not like that.

I'll join you soon.

Okay. Well, then...

Wow, this

has lots of character.

Other people may think something's going on between us.

Ji-Eun.

I have to eat with my employees.

I wish you had called me.

I'll see you sometime later at the restaurant, then.

That is Kim Hyun-Joong's villa.

That is the seafood restaurant that

Kim Hyun-Joong eats at frequently.

Can you see it?

Oh yes, we can.

What is the name of that restaurant?

Hold on...

I can't see it. Hold on.

Out of my way.

If you have dishes to wash, give it to me.

Ji-Eun.

Don't ask me anything. Leave me alone!

Okay, take your anger out on me.

Mom can't do anything for you. At least vent your anger at me.

What is that?

You packed that, and brought it to Lee Sang-Yeob?

He must have been shocked to see that.

Why?

You overreacted and behaved as if you were his girlfriend.

Stop acting like an idiot and forget about him already.

If a man likes a woman, he never makes her wait.

He doesn't give you a chance to hesitate.

He doesn't even give you a chance to worry.

He just makes it clear. That punk doesn't do that for you.

You're the one making all the moves, like an idiot.

When did I?

You packed all that food for him,

and you still deny it?

Do you actually want to eat that?!?

Yes, everyone kick me.

Kick me hard.

("Kicked" = Korean expression for getting dumped)

I'm getting kicked all day long.

Why did you do that?

Don't resent me.

We will tie you up first.

Hold on.

You think you're taking one of my guys?

You should not mess with me.

Oh.

Oh, good, good.

This is really good.

Where did you find these guys?

They are true gems. Gems, I say.