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Episode 23

What now?

I don't know. Why isn't he coming out?

Can you see anything?

It'll be okay.

What should we do?

Mr. Shim.

Where's Haseo?

She'll come back if it's meant to be.

Don't worry, let's go back to Seoul.

Don't look so disappointed.

Haseo would want you to do your best, for her sake.

That way, when she comes back,

it'll be good for everyone.

- Okay. - Okay.

Be careful.

It's been a while, so I can't seem to get it right.

You were never good at this, even when you were young.

You were a bundle of energy and wanted to be free.

Mom...

I always knew that, but all this time,

I didn't know what you really wanted.

It's not your fault.

I just find this house so suffocating.

That's why I liked dancing, singing,

and rapping so much.

Don't you feel the same way?

Are you really happy living like this?

You've been living with grandfather who's so strict,

always cleaning this huge house,

and holding 20 ancestral rites a year.

Isn't it hard?

Do you think I'm unhappy?

You're right, I have to cook warm meals three times a day,

clean the house every day,

and take care of the men in this house.

And yes, it's hard.

Why wouldn't it be?

But Haseo,

everything I do is for our family and that makes me happy.

That's what makes me happy.

So don't think I'm unhappy here.

I'm happy as I am.

And all you have to do is do what makes you happy.

Mom.

Call your friends with this.

They really seem to care about you.

I was glad.

Huh?

Can I jog with you from now on?

It's boring jogging alone.

I don't mind.

Still, it's nice jogging together.

When I first came here, I never expected

we'd end up jogging together.

You said you hated the sight of me.

Well...

that's before I knew why you were here.

And you popped my balloon.

What?

That balloon meant a lot to me.

I see.

I can't believe you kept it.

I gave you that balloon.

What?

I'm sorry.

Go away.

I'm sorry for that other time. Have a lollipop and don't be mad.

Wait...

Yeah, that monkey was me.

I'm the one who gave you that balloon.

No way. How...

I'm sorry. For being so mad at you.

No. I'm sorry.

I'm glad we got to clear that up.

And it was nice jogging with you.

We feel like a real team. Right?

Maybe we should...

Just be a team?

For real.

What? You want all 10 of us to perform together?

It was fun dancing together to the same song in Andong.

Yeah, that's true.

We made a good team.

Yeah.

So this time, let's practice and do it for real.

Well?

I get what you're saying,

but don't we have enough to do getting ready for our individual performances?

Yeah.

Maybe next time...

It's our final performance.

Once it's over,

only five of us will get to debut.

We won't have another chance.

What about Haseo? She's not here.

We'll send her video clips of our practice.

And video call her.

She may not be here,

but we can make it seem like she is.

Okay. Practicing alone was no fun anyway.

Okay, I'm in.

- Me too. - Me too.

- Me too. - Me too.

Me too.

What was that?

Girls, we're in trouble.

Huh?

"We demand the resignation of Shinhyuk Kang"

We demand the resignation of Shinhyuk Kang.

A community has been set up. Please join.

What's the truth behind the scandal?

If the entire program is for Suji,

it should be cancelled.

Zero trust. No wonder the Rookie Team has been on an upward trend.

It was all a scam.

Movement to cancel Real Girls Project until Shinhyuk Kang resigns.

Follow me!

Support: 89% Oppose: 11%

I thought things would quiet down if we didn't comment on the article.

Things just got worse.

A committee has been formed and is calling for Mr. Kang's resignation,

and they want the competition to be cancelled.

They say they're going to boycott.

It's insane.

Hello?

In front of the agency?

All the files and video sources are in here.

Okay, thanks.

Shinhyuk Kang speaking.

What? You can't rent the theater to us?

You can't just call it off now!

Their final performances are coming up soon.

If you cancel...

You should have kept your private life private!

Excuse me? What...

People are demanding your resignation and that the competition be cancelled.

You've caused an uproar, didn't you know?

Anyway, I don't want my theater

getting any backlash, so I'm cancelling.

I'm sorry, but I'll return your deposit.

Wait. Hello? Hello?

- It's Shinhyuk Kang! - It's Shinhyuk Kang!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

We'll never forget you, Suah

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign! - Resign! Resign!

Where is the end to this glittering road

Over way up high, one for all

I take your hand, the moment we've dreamed of

Until our voice becomes one

Where is the end to this glittering road

Over way up high, one for all

One for all

Mr. Kang...

will he be okay?

Who do they think they are, telling our producer to leave?

Yeah. They're horrible.

It can't be helped.

We all thought badly of him when we didn't know the truth.

They'll be much worse than us.

Maybe that's why they're demanding the truth.

Still, they're protesting for his resignation,

and threatening not to watch the competition.

What if we step up

and tell them they're wrong about Mr. Kang?

How are we going to prove it?

Are you going to tell them about Suah?

Well...

We don't have to tell them about that,

but we should write something, like Suji said.

Let's write about everything he's done for us

on message boards and social media.

Like moving stories and good deeds?

If we tell people about the producer we know,

I'm sure it'll change people's minds, too.

He's a good man.

Right.

He's the best.

I'll post something on social media.

Don't worry. It'll all work out.

I'll do it right now.

- Jiseul, can I borrow your cell? - Sure.

Where should I post it?

- You're on social media? - Yeah.

What about you guys?

Jiseul, what about you?

We should post it on that community board.

This is Shinhyuk Kang.

I'm calling about renting the theater.

Oh, really?

Could you please reconsider?

Yes, I understand.

This is Shinhyuk Kang. Real Girls Project...

No, the rumors aren't true...

Hello? Hello?

Hello, it's me.

Do you know where I can rent a theater on short notice?

The girls don't have a place to perform.

You should have kept your private life private!

I have nothing to say to a shameless person like you.

My grandfather is angrier because of the article about you.

- Resign! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

- Take responsibility and resign! - Resign! Resign!

- Stop the competition! - Stop the competition!

- Resign, Shinhyuk Kang! - Resign! Resign!

Yes?

Come in. I was just about to have some tea.

Mr. Shim.

I have something to tell you.

Oh? Mr. Kang!

Mr. Kang!

I have an announcement to make.

I know that you've been struggling

because of the scandal about me.

We're okay. Don't say that.

You're the one suffering the most.

We're fine.

- Yeah. - We're okay.

No, I wasn't thinking.

Nothing will be solved this way.

Mr. Kang.

I'm going to take full responsibility

and resign from the agency.

- What? - What?

What did you say?

I'll be leaving 825 Entertainment today.

Why? Why do you have to leave?

We know the truth now,

and we apologized.

It's not because of you.

This is my problem.

I made my decision before it was too late.

But...

what about our mission?

What about the competition?

The competition will proceed as planned.

You just focus on getting ready for the final match.

Nothing is going to change.

No, that's not true.

You won't be here.

Yeah. You can't go.

It won't be the same.

We can't let you go.

Then what?

You all want to give up?

Most of you have been training for

the past year or two, some of you even 10,

for this very moment, so that you can debut.

No, forget that. Think about what you've been

doing for the past six months in this competition.

You're about to debut now.

This is no time to be emotional. Think with your head.

Would you rather have me stay, or debut?

Wait.

I can't accept this.

Our debut is important,

and I know we can't let this opportunity go.

But if you're not here, I can't...

Get it together, Suji.

I can't always be your guiding light.

What?

You have a goal now, a reason to run.

Are you still going to moan about not knowing where to go?

I've told you everything you needed to know.

You don't need me anymore.

Tell me. Why do I need to stay by your side?

You need to learn to run on your own.

Stop acting like a baby.

Mr. Shim!

What's going on?

Why is Mr. Kang leaving?

You know something, don't you?

Mr. Shim. Please say something.

Mr. Kang really packed up and left.

You'll take full responsibility and leave?

How can you say that?

I can't allow that as the CEO.

- Mr. Shim. - Mr. Kang.

I understand how you're feeling.

But for the girls' sake,

no, for our sake, it's not a wise decision.

I know it'll be hard, but this will all pass.

We should stick together and stand firm at times like this.

That way, people will realize the truth.

I know.

Rumors will fade once the public loses interest.

Then why?

But...

The girls will get hurt in the meantime.

I've told you before.

That I would stop all the attacks on our girls.

But I can't let people attack them because of me.

The public isn't so lenient.

They won't wait for them.

Mr. Kang.

This is the best I can do for them.

I apologize. So long.

I trust you.

I'll leave them in your care.

Mr. Shim, are you really going to let him go?

You have to stop and persuade him.

I'm going to respect his decision.

Mr. Shim.

He made a hard choice for the girls.

All we can do is work hard so that his sacrifice isn't in vain.

We'll make the announcement in the evening.

Let's just wait until then.

Take care of the girls.

I will.

We have more to do now. Chin up.

Okay.

Shinhyuk Kang will be leaving 825 Entertainment

I don't believe it. That was fast.

I guess he really is leaving.

Yeah. It's just been made definite.

What do we do now?

Keep going on with the competition?

I feel so anxious. We don't even know if Haseo is coming back

We have to keep going.

Mr. Kang was right.

We've worked too hard to stop now.

Yeah, but...

I don't know...

What do we do?

- Did you see the comments? - Yeah, I did.

So scary. They're full of insults.

Are you okay?

Suji.

No, I'm not okay.

I don't know what to do anymore.

I feel like it's all my fault.

I should've been the one to leave.

But there's nothing I can do. Nothing.

A leader just has to be like this thumb.

Even you.

Your shoelaces...

I bought new ones because I couldn't find the same ones.

Should I untie them?

- It's okay. - What?

I bought new ones, so it's okay.

Oh. Thank you.

Did he really leave?

He's not here anymore?

What do I do now?

What do I have to do?

I know it's harder on you than anyone.

Do you resent him?

I don't know.

When Mr. Kang first said he was going to bring you,

I was surprised to be honest.

That was when there were a lot of rumors about him.

That was...

I know now that they weren't true.

But I didn't know then.

So I asked him if he still hadn't gotten over Suah.

And if that was why he was bringing you, because you looked like her.

And he answered...

You told me,

that there were a lot of kids who had forgotten their dreams.

Suah never got to realize her dreams. Make it come true for her.

Mr. Kang felt bad that you were so lost having forgotten your dream.

I think he already knew then.

He was probably the first person

who realized your talent.

You're not here to fill in someone else's place.

You're here because he knew you'd shine.

So for Mr. Kang,

don't give up and keep on running forward.

That way...

The person who left

will also feel better about it, too.

Oh, and this is for you.

Mr. Kang had it ready for your final performance.

Here.

Nothing.

It's no use. They're still full of insults.

Mr. Kang left. What do they expect us to do?

Do we just keep on practicing?

The theater was cancelled, too.

Oh, right. Did we get a new one?

The performance is in two weeks.

Sori.

What if everything falls apart again?

- No... - No way...

That won't happen.

Every time I tried to start over,

obstacles stood in my way

Thinking it'll never be

I cry like a fool, alone,

but even if I fall, I'm going to start over

Your wish, my wish, our wish added

Stay a little stronger

As we look into each other's eyes

Where is the end to this glittering road

Over way up high, one for all

One for all

Ones gather to becomes all

R.G.P ONE FOR ALL

What's this?

Mr. Kang was going to announce it

after the final match.

But we're all in it...

You mean...

we were all going to debut together?

Yes.

Mr. Kang didn't care about teams

or rankings from the start.

He just wanted to bring us all together.

That's why...

Does Mr. Shim know?

Does he?

So, let's go all the way.

We were never a proper team before.

Okay?

Yeah, let's do this.

Let's go all the way.

Yeah.

All of us together?

Yes, we're going to go all the way.

So don't give up and come back.

Yeah, we have to finish what we started.

Endless prayers and desperate moments

Already, I have come near my dream

I will remember the times when I laughed and cried

We must go together forever

I have realized it now

The last remaining piece

The puzzle of my shining dream

They are not single pieces, they are us

We are by one another and we trust one another

We shine brighter because we are together

I will remember the past times

I love you all for always

We must go

The images we dreamed, the wishes we anticipated

A road brighter than anything in the world

But lonely to walk on alone

Maybe that is why you came to me

The pain which my tears had endured

Has brought me to my dream

I will remember the times we shared together

I must go go

I must go with you

We must go forever

We must be together

Great.

You have to stretch out your arm more.

Like this?

Higher towards the sky.

Alright. I'll keep practicing.

The heart is the key to this dance.

Right, right.

Going somewhere again?

Must be nice.

It's just like a year ago.

Is there nothing else you can do except run?

Do you think that all your problems will just go away

if you just leave again?

You're wrong.

I'm going to get to the bottom of this.

So instead of running,

at least try to explain yourself.

Why should I explain anything to you?

I heard you threatening Suah that day at the hotel.

What? What are you...

What? You just remembered?

That's not what you think it is.

What were you threatening to reveal to the media?

If I was wrong about you,

why didn't you say anything a year ago?

What are you trying to hide?

If I tell you,

who else are you going to hurt in the name of truth?

It may not be anything like the gossip you reporters like to spread,

but it's not something I can talk about either.

If I could talk about it,

I never would have taken this long to come back.

Don't think you can get out of this one.

I know people like you.

You can write whatever you want.

I can't stop you.

But leave Suji and the girls alone.

You'll be sorry if you don't.