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- Hello? - I'm Ji Eun's father.

Are you interested in making a deal with me?

I don't understand what you mean.

Do you really not understand,

or are you just pretending like you don't?

I'm literally talking about a deal.

I'll tell you the details once we meet.

Don't tell anyone about this phone call.

I'll meet you at your office, sir.

"The Birth of a Male Cinderella"?

I know this is just gossip, but it's really making me angry.

They might be just looking down on him,

but it's really stressful and hurtful to the one who hears it.

Let's hang up, Bok Ja. I'll call you later.

("Eldest Daughter of Bisang Apparel Is Known To Be Dating Someone")

(Lee Ji Eun and Mr. Jang have been enjoying their time together...)

(at a villa outside the suburbs.)

I can't believe this.

(Episode 11)

Hey, you're up.

You were sleeping like a baby, so I didn't wake you.

- Did you read the articles? - What articles?

There are articles about our relationship.

If you read them, you'll get really offended.

Do you still want to read them?

There's no need to get upset on purpose.

So many crazy things are happening because of me.

It's not because of you.

People who like to gossip are the problem.

To be honest, I kind of expected this.

I'm dating a girl whose father owns and runs...

a pretty famous company.

So I figured people might start gossiping about us.

I guess you had a lot on your mind...

as you started dating me.

I'm so angry.

They wrote such provocative headlines...

when they know nothing about our relationship.

How could you not know that Ji Eun was seeing someone?

You wasted your time and money...

without even knowing what was going on.

Do you think you can avoid this...

just by staying quiet?

I was just thinking about what to say...

in order to have a conversation with you.

What is it that's on your mind?

The merger with Bisang Apparel...

will help us expand our business externally.

But in the end, not much will change.

Even if Ji Eun and I get married...

and run both companies together,

we'll end up fighting to become the biggest shareholder.

It's going to be a meaningless and empty relationship.

- So why do you want to... - That won't happen.

You're just incompetent.

Then...

let your incompetent son say one more thing.

I'm not like you.

I can't see through people just by looking at them.

And I'm not apt at playing foul.

Your aptitude doesn't matter when it comes to business.

If I keep trusting you,

you'll lead the company in the wrong direction.

I want you to return...

Chairman Lee's borrowed-name bank account statement.

What are you trying to do this time?

I should...

teach him what happens when he lets go of my hand.

I got rid of it. It no longer exists.

How dare you defy your father?

Even if you're my son, I won't let you have my position...

if you don't listen to me.

Then I guess it's time I stop trying so hard.

Are you purposely trying to anger me?

My baby will be born soon,

and I didn't want to be embarrassed to face him as a father.

I feel like we should just follow the laws of nature.

Cut the nonsense and just do as I say.

I'm not your puppet.

I'm tired of putting up with your coerciveness.

And I'm sick of your tricks.

How dare you get arrogant with me?

I wanted to pretend like I was an obedient son,

but I don't think I can do it anymore.

Aren't you going to say anything?

Do you not even want to look at me?

Do you want to abandon me?

Is that what you want?

I want you to be honest about how you feel.

I feel responsible, so I'm taking responsibility.

You feel responsible?

I took you to dinner, bought you flowers,

gave you a gift, and slept with you.

That's the truth.

Are you here to make me get sick of you?

I'm not here to fight.

Then why are you here?

You wanted me to stay hidden here.

What is it that you want from me?

Do you want me to disappear?

The baby and I must be a burden, so do you want us gone?

Are you going to put on a show and act like you're going to drown?

Why do you despise me so much?

I'm pregnant with your baby.

You keep using the baby...

to pressure me.

And that makes me hate and pity you.

Is it because of Lee Ji Eun?

You started to change ever since she came...

in between us.

Don't avoid my question and tell me the truth.

Don't get her involved in this.

This is our problem.

Our relationship was completely fine...

up until she showed up.

It wasn't fine.

We were just blind to see what was wrong.

It's not normal to let me go ahead with the marriage of convenience...

and promise to keep our relationship a secret.

I was willing to do that because I loved you.

I couldn't break up with you.

So that was the only way.

Do you think I wanted to live as your second?

Na Kyung.

We both saw how ugly we could get.

I'm a coward who can't escape from my dad's shadow.

And you're a materialistic person who can't let go of my background.

Let's stop being pretentious.

I know you don't love me like before.

But I still can't let you go.

Think about our baby.

Do you really think...

we can become good parents?

Put in some effort if you're going to take responsibility.

You're always so indecisive,

and I'm so sick and tired of it.

I hoped that the woman I love...

would never lie to me.

When did I ever lie?

What kind of woman would say no...

to a guy who's from a rich family?

Then if I cut ties with my dad,

I'm guessing you won't need me anymore.

Did your father find out?

You should've acted like you didn't know anything.

I told you to buy time until I give birth.

What if he just makes me leave empty-handed?

I'm tired. Let's stop here.

I'll contact you through Mr. Son.

Ma'am.

Yes?

Can I have one more bottle...

How about ramyeon?

- Ma'am. - Yes?

I see Ji Eun everywhere.

I ate way too much.

I like that you eat well.

I gained some weight.

In order to burn some calories,

I should run at least 10 laps by the beach.

Don't make me catch you again like last time.

I won't be able to catch you.

You're making me want to do it by telling me not to.

Isn't that Seo Jung In?

Give me your car key.

Don't mind me.

Just go your way.

Move.

I said move!

Don't you know that I don't like you?

I don't like you either.

I just don't want to be a bystander of a DUI accident.

Get out of my way while I'm being nice.

- My goodness. - Just get lost!

Get lost!

Let's call for a chauffeur service.

- After he sobers up. - I'm sick of you.

Just get out of my life!

Just get lost.

Thanks.

He must've drunk so much. He couldn't even stand up properly.

I guess life is difficult for him.

I'm sorry for causing you trouble.

You're his friend, so it's natural to help when he's in need.

You told me you guys decided to be friends.

But I wonder why he was here.

It didn't look like he was here on a business trip.

I don't know.

You should go upstairs first.

He'll get thirsty once he wakes up.

So I'll pour him some water before I go up.

You're such a kind person.

I'm just doing what I should.

My cell phone was on fire today...

because of Ji Eun's scandal.

People's interest in other people only lasts for three days.

Don't let it bother you.

Every single person who has a mouth...

is gossiping about the issue.

How can I not let it bother me?

I can't even attend my usual gatherings.

You barely attended them anyway.

Don't use that as an excuse.

Why are you so cranky about everything I say?

Watch what you say.

How can you call your husband cranky?

Cranky is an adjective that's in the dictionary.

It's a word you use when someone is...

ill-tempered and irritable.

You always talk back to everything I say.

I came home early because I wanted to get some rest.

But you won't let me enjoy my peace.

I really can't stand it.

Where are you going? I'm not done talking.

You wear yourself out too much.

Why can't you just leave him alone?

I'm so annoyed by him.

I don't even want to listen to his breathing these days.

Don't you remember how much you were in love with him?

I was half-crazy when I was in love.

That's why I must do everything I can...

to make Ji Eun come to her senses.

Are you unhappy?

No one is happy.

We all just live our lives hoping we'll become happy one day.

Joon Young is gone.

And Ji Eun is a mess.

I'll never be able to become happy.

Hyun Sook, instead of focusing too much on Ji Eun and Sang Bum,

why don't you start your own work?

You can build a foundation using Joon Young's name.

Or why not open a gallery and name it after Joon Young?

I know nothing about art.

You don't need to know about art just to open your own gallery.

Plus, you can get yourself a tutor and learn...

for a few months.

If you have your own gallery,

it'll be much easier to create your own slush fund.

I'll think about it.

Stop being so hard on Sang Bum.

I told you last time...

that people in their 50s and 60s have affairs the most.

If he cheats, I'll divorce him right away.

Our money will reduce immensely if you get divorced.

Our family fortune will get cut in half.

Your brother-in-law...

may have managed to marry into a rich family,

but you and I will always be the owners of our family fortune.

Wait.

What's wrong?

I think I saw someone in the garden.

Didn't you hear anything?

("Eldest Daughter of Bisang Apparel Is Known To Be Dating Someone")

(Lee Ji Eun and Mr. Jang have been enjoying their time together...)

(at a villa outside the suburbs.)

(Mr. Jang's father is an average laborer...)

("Eldest Daughter of Bisang Apparel Dates a Furniture Studio Owner")

Someone put a tail on us.

(Yeonji Daily, Reporter Jeong Seung Min)

The reporter who wrote this...

went to university with my dad.

If Se Hoon finds out, it'll only make him more upset.

I thought you'd at least say goodbye before you leave.

Are you putting on airs for taking care of someone...

who was drunk?

Why are you so upset about what I said?

It didn't even mean much.

Why would you say something so meaningless?

Plus, you can't possibly be upset just because I was...

about to leave without saying goodbye.

Are you angry at me,

or are you angry at yourself?

Or are you angry at Ji Eun for getting back together with me?

Are you trying to start a fight?

Lower your voice.

It'll be embarrassing to have Ji Eun see us having an argument.

She's already seen worse.

There's nothing more to be embarrassed about.

You can't always be sane and sober.

You can get drunk and make mistakes sometimes.

Yes, that's true.

But it doesn't sound very pleasing to hear it from you.

Let's go outside and get some air.

Who is he to tell me what to do?

Sorry.

Hey, that's cheating!

Who cares? We're fighting!

Gosh.

What kind of person is your father?

He's the head of the labor union...

who is asking to get reinstated in our company.

So I can imagine what kind of character he must have.

When I was young, I hated my dad for being poor.

I also hated...

that he put his protests above his own family.

But as I got older and matured,

I realized that there's one thing...

you can't ever change in life.

Your parents.

He doesn't have much,

and he isn't highly educated.

But he's very strict when it comes to right and wrong.

So I admire him.

A father's character and mindset...

naturally become the standard of his family.

Se Hoon.

Do you have a lot of friends?

Are you asking to be friends?

If you're not going to be my minion,

the only thing that's left is for you to be my friend.

I'm a fussy guy.

I don't easily ask people to be friends.

If you want to be my friend,

you need to be able to tell me everything.

Friendship and love are different.

A friendship lasts...

based on your state of mind.

I'll buy you a drink next time.

I'll be off now.

What time is it?

The sun came up a while ago. Did you sleep well?

Where's my morning kiss?

What are we going to eat for breakfast?

Why don't we just eat toast? The fridge is empty.

- Okay. - Just a second.

Do I look better in a white dress shirt?

Are you going somewhere?

I'm meeting someone in the afternoon.

Who are you meeting? Why do you care about your outfit?

It's a secret.

And I can't tell you since it's a secret.

I'm sorry, sir.

I wasn't able to open the studio because something came up.

Okay.

I'll pay you the overdue payment by the end of this month.

Oh, really?

I don't have enough money right now.

I'll call you back in the evening.

I'm sorry.

How much do you need to pay the sawmill?

You don't need to be concerned about it.

How can I not be concerned?

Your problem is my problem.

Thank you for being thoughtful, but I'll deal with it on my own.

My gosh.

I feel like you keep losing weight.

I'm so upset.

Bok Ja.

What a sight. I can't believe I get to see this again.

Do you enjoy making fun of us?

Totally.

I'm just jealous.

- Ji Eun, I need to go now. - Go where?

I'm off to the bank to see if I can take out a loan.

I have an appointment in the afternoon,

so I'll be back in the evening.

- Bok Ja, I'll see you later. - Okay.

- See you. - Bye.

Can't you stand being away from him even for a second?

Every time I wake up in the morning,

I see Se Hoon by my side, and it makes me so happy.

My goodness, look at you having the time of your life.

Why did you ask me to come?

- To make you slave away. - My goodness.

Can you take photos of the furniture in the showroom?

You take photos like a professional.

I need to update some of the photos on the website.

I don't work part-time today, so I was going to get some rest.

Let's have fun working together.

Then we'll have jjajangmyeon for lunch.

Shouldn't you at least buy me sweet and sour pork for my labor?

I don't have money. You even have to pay for the jjajangmyeon.

You're unbelievable.

Sooner or later, you'll start asking me for allowance.

If you do give me allowance, I'd be grateful.

Bok Ja, you should invest in me.

You just wait.

I'll make sure Se Hoon's business grows really big.

I respect you for your passion and ambition.

- Let's do it! - Let's do it!

Uncle.

I feel a little betrayed. You seem like you're doing too well.

But then again,

going head over heels for someone already means it was meant to be.

Where is your boyfriend?

He had to go somewhere.

Is Mom doing well?

Her daughter ran away from home,

so she can't possibly be doing well.

You're giving her a hard time,

but she still asked me to give this to you.

No, I don't want to take it.

You fool.

You're being stubborn, but at least be wise about it.

Your mom is worried about you.

If you keep pushing her away,

it'll only make things worse between you guys.

Are you going to cut ties with your mom?

I can't cut ties with her.

Exactly. All parents are weak for their children.

You should coax her...

and make her stand up for you.

We both know your father is relentless.

But your mom becomes weak when it comes to you.

Uncle.

What is my dad trying to do?

He made the reporters write those articles about me, didn't he?

You know he always has something up his sleeve.

That's what made me hate him.

After I started working for him,

I became disappointed because he wasn't being transparent enough.

I'm not doing this merely because he disapproves of Se Hoon.

I want to become independent from my dad.

Are you sure you can do that? After all, he's your father.

And like it or not,

you're the eldest daughter of Bisang Apparel's owner.

It's something you have to live with for the rest of your life.

This is how much your mom is worried about you.

She made sure I took the car key because she was worried...

you might have to take public transportation.

That was a home run.

That was a nice hit.

Did you not get the loan?

I applied for it, but I don't think I'll get it.

- Let's go. - Where?

Anywhere.

I have some time until my next appointment.

Okay. Is there a batting cage nearby?

Let's just have burgers for lunch.

Then let's go hit some balls and think of them as Professor Choi.

That will help me relieve some stress.

Are you having a hard time at the training institute?

You don't even care about your friend these days...

because you're so head over heels for Ji Eun.

You're so disloyal, you punk.

You're right.

My life revolves around Ji Eun these days.

Is it too much to handle?

I'm just worried Ji Eun might get exhausted.

Right now, it's fun because it's like we're on a honeymoon.

But in the end, we have to come back to reality.

Ji Eun used to spend money like water.

She won't be able to get used to living on a tight budget.

I bet she never even took a bus anywhere.

You can use this to pay for the overdue payment.

Will you pay in installments?

No, I'll pay in full.

It's a black card with no limit.

Tell him to pay on time from now on.

Sir, he's been buying from you for a pretty long time.

Did you have to come here so early in the morning...

and ask for money like a loan shark?

I'm only asking to get paid for what I sold.

Do you expect me to get on my knees and beg?

I don't even make that much money by selling wood...

to this tiny furniture studio.

There are other sawmills, you know.

Then he can stop buying from me.

Why would you say that?

Ji Eun, that's enough. Sir, you can go now.

Goodbye.

What a joke. How dare he abuse his power?

You lived in a world where you were the one in power.

Well, money is power.

If I didn't have this, I would've gotten humiliated today.

Se Hoon insisted on paying for the overdue payment.

If he finds out you paid for it, he'll get really angry.

He never gets angry at me.

If he starts lecturing me about it,

I'll just tell him to pay me back.

I'm starting to get a bad feeling about this.

"Sawmill, 8,000 dollars"?

As soon as I give her a credit card,

he goes ahead and spends it for himself?

I won't forgive this punk.

From how I see it,

the situation is already out of your hands.

What do you know?

Just go and study.

How can I study when things are a mess in the family?

That's not a good enough excuse.

Did you try calling...

I mean, did you at least text your sister?

Nothing will get better just because I text her.

How can you be so selfish?

I was born with your selfish genes.

Don't blame me for it.

Don't make me waste my energy. I need to save some to throw a fit.

Can I go with you?

I want to see Jang Se Hoon in real life.

Mom. Mom.

(Chairman Lee Sang Bum)

(Seorin Wool Textile Layoff Plan)

(1. Overall Direction, 2. Restructuring Plan...)

Chairman Seo discarded it in the shredder.

I tried putting everything together.

It's the original copy of the Seorin Wool Textile Layoff Plan.

Good work.

Keep me updated on Chairman Seo.

Sir.

There's one more thing you need to know.

You don't need to bring tea.

I know words sound differently depending on how you say them.

But I don't want to waste my energy on you.

There's no need to beat around the bush.

So I'll tell you what the deal is.

I have the document regarding Seorin's layoff project.

Your father is the head of the labor union who is protesting,

so I'm sure he desperately needs this back.

With this, he can have a retrial,

and it could help the unfairly dismissed laborers...

get their jobs back.

The choice is yours.

If you promise to break up with my daughter,

I'll give this to you.

I'm sure you don't want me to refer to you as "Father",

so I'll just call you "Chairman Lee".

Chairman Lee.

I will not break up with Ji Eun.

I love her,

and that means I'm going to bear getting hurt.

What's there for you to bear?

If you were honest and told me you're after Ji Eun's background,

I wouldn't have approved, but I at least would've understood.

A lowlife finally got his hands on a big fish.

So it's natural that you don't want to let it go.

I can already see there's another side to you.

Your unreasonable desire to win.

The fact that you're confident when you have nothing...

means you don't acknowledge your place.

I may not have much, but my life isn't pathetic.

Don't belittle me just because I don't live like you.

(Phoenix 2020)

Do you think you can win this fight against me?

I don't intend on winning.

I'm just doing what you did and offering you a deal.

How much do I need to pay to get you to break up with Ji Eun?

How much can you give me?

10 million? 100 million?

You must think I'm a joke because I never fight back.

Our love might work miracles.

Dad, please let me live with him.

I already said no.