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Is everyone ready?

We're ready.

These are the questions.

The order may change according to the the situation.

This is YGN reporter Choi Dal-po.

You're the witness, correct?

It's me, Ha-myeong.

I sent you the text.

Jae-myeong?

I turned myself in to you.

Jae-myeong.

I'll leave today's revenge to you.

If you can, try to make it cool.

Dal-po is so lucky.

He gets to report before I do, and it's a cool story too.

Hey, you're going on air today too.

His story is 6th in line and mine is the 19th.

My mom will fall asleep while waiting for me.

What about my mom?

Darn it.

Hey.

What do I press...

to record this?

What if In-ha or Dal-po comes on?

-You're falling for it again? -What?

They won't be on.

I wonder if they'll come on until you pay off for the television.

You jerk.

Do you wish that they wouldn't come on? You jerk.

-Hello. -Hello, everyone.

-The National Assembly voted... -From now on, parents with...

-to grant parental leave to... -children up to age eight...

-parents with children... -may take parental leave.

So that parents with children who are eight years old or younger

may request parental leave

-they will expand the limit... -Isn't it too cruel to have

Dal-po report that today?

He wanted to do it.

Its aim is to assist double income households.

Several people are smoking outside of the funeral home.

About 3,500 people have been...

Are you worried about what Ki Jae-myeong may do?

-Yes. -From next month...

In order to increase compliance with the smoking ban,

mature civic awareness is needed.

With MSC News, I am Lee Il-ju.

PEOPLE ON THE ISSUE

People on the issue, where we meet people headlining in the news.

Today, our special guest is the person

who saved a student from being run down by an intoxicated driver.

The national hero, Ki Jae-myeong.

Hello.

Hello, nice to meet you.

Ki Jae-myeong has received more attention

after it was uncovered that he was victimized by the media 13 years ago

in waste-disposal plant fire at Michung Village.

We met here 13 years ago, didn't we?

Yes.

I came and asked you for an interview

because I wanted to voice my father's innocence.

At that time, MSC was the only broadcasting station

that listened to his sad and frustrating story.

We have kept the interview video

knowing we would be able to show it one day.

We will now show you the interview video

of the 17-year-old Ki Jae-myeong

for the very first time.

This is a trophy...

for best firefighter which my father received last year.

During the 21 years and two months he worked as a firefighter,

he put out 730 fires

and protected the lives and assets of 1,400 civilians.

So, they gave him this award.

He'd never run away and leave his men behind.

Moreover, he would never hide and abandon his family.

As a son,

it kills me to acknowledge that my father is dead, but...

I know, because I'm his son,

that my father died in the line of duty.

Mr. Ki Jae-myeong, do you remember this interview

from 13 years ago?

Yes.

I remember every single word.

And...

I also remember how you instructed

that interview be edited.

You said you'd use just the part where I screamed

that I wished my dad were alive.

Do you remember that?

But that part has been removed...

from today's video.

Don't look at the camera. Look at me.

Are you ready?

Yes.

What is that trophy?

BEST FIREFIGHTER, KI HO-SANG

What do you think? Was the interview useful?

Yes.

Let's just use the part where he screamed saying he wishes his dad is alive.

Ms. Song, but that seems cruel.

That wasn't the point.

That's how I heard it.

-We'll move on to the-- -How interesting.

According to how you edit it,

a person can become a monster

or a hero.

You used such an editing tactic

to turn my dad into a monster 13 years ago.

Well, that was

13 years ago already.

Please understand that the media was immature back then.

That means you are mature now

unlike back then?

Of course. It took some time, but...

we, MSC news, are the ones who cleared your father's name

as well as your becoming a hero.

I can't agree.

Because you are

making the same mistake as you did 13 years ago.

As you turned my father from a hero into a monster,

you have turned me,

a murderer...

into a hero.

What do you mean "murderer"?

Yes, I have killed people.

If you don't believe me, turn on the YGN News right now,

and find out what happened.

YGN's exclusive breaking news.

Do you remember the national hero Ki Jae-myeong,

who saved a middle school student not long ago?

NATIONAL HERO KI JAE-MYEONG

Shockingly, he revealed that he is a murderer.

Mr. Ki met with a YGN reporter

and confessed that he had killed three people.

This is a YGN exclusive.

The body of 54-year-old Mr. Moon, the prime suspect for the container fire

was found in a manhole in Hangang District 6:00 p.m. today.

There were no external wounds.

We'll have to do an autopsy to find out the exact cause of death.

7-37 HANGGANG DISTRICT, SEOUL

Moon Deok-su's body can be found here?

Yes.

How do you know that?

The killer told me.

Who is the killer?

It's Ki Jae-myeong.

Wow, I knew it!

I had a feeling.

But why did he tell you?

Ki Jae-myeong is my brother.

That cold punk.

It's his own brother...

The body was found because Mr. Ki notified us at YGN...

-He speaks like a tough cookie. -of its location.

Mr. Ki confessed that he not only killed Mr. Moon,

but also Mr. Kwon and Kang of the container fire as well

and provided evidence to his crimes.

I was infuriated

when I learned they had framed my father 13 years ago.

So I did something...

The police will investigate whether Mr. Ki did in fact commit

the crimes that he confessed to.

Ki Jae-myeong said he confessed because he felt like he was

fooling the nation with

the image the media was portraying.

With YGN News...

I am Ki Ha-myeong.

Dal-po.

What was that?

He didn't say...

Choi Dal-po, but...

Ki Ha-myeong?

Did the report go well?

Yes.

I also...

paid back Song Cha-ok for what she did.

Good job, Jae-myeong.

Mr. Jung. Let's not...

We were apart for so long.

And I didn't get to see you much.

I wish we had met sooner.

I'm sorry, Jae-myeong.

I'm sorry.

This is just the beginning.

From now on, you have to face Song Cha-ok

on your own.

Show me and Song Cha-ok, what a real reporter...

is like.

Okay.

I trust you.

Jae-myeong.

Come on.

Pinky swear.

Seal.

Copy.

And stamped.

Jae-myeong.

I'm counting on you...

Ha-myeong.

Did you find...

a place to live?

Yes.

I'm going to live at my brother's place.

Can't you...

just continue living here?

I don't care...

what happened to you.

You're just my son...

Choi Dal-po.

I'm sorry.

Was it

that painful living here?

Yes.

It was...

It was painful.

No, I was happy.

So happy that I felt so guilty for Jae-myeong.

I'm sure...

you had to hold in...

such a horrible past.

It must have been painful.

Of course.

I want to reclaim my real name.

What?

So, I need you to...

dissolve my adoption.

What?

How could you...

say that so easily?

How?

How could you?

How?

I'm sorry, Dad.

I don't think...

I should be happy anymore.

So, do I get this room now?

I finally get my own room at age 50.

What happens to you and In-ha?

We've ended it.

You don't need to worry.

Don't go.

I take back everything I said that may have hurt you.

I'm sorry.

So, don't go.

I'm sorry.

If I'm happy by myself,

I'll feel so bad

for my brother.

Thank you for everything.

Take care of yourself.

How can I...

How can I...

Father!

In-ha, aren't you going to come out?

How can I...

I...

But I'll get my revenge properly this time.

So, I...

gave up on In-ha.

Don't worry. I can handle it.

So, don't worry about me.

Don't hold back because of me, and go against my mom properly.

Hate her and argue with her all you want.

This is just the beginning.

From now on, you have to face Song Cha-ok

on your own.

Show me and Song Cha-ok, what a real reporter...

is like.

FOR MY LITTLE BROTHER KI HA-MYEONG

Is everything okay? Do you need anything?

No.

I'm glad I listened to you.

If I hadn't turned myself in...

I couldn't see much of...

this funny face.

Crime scene reenactment is tomorrow, right?

Yes. Bring me some comfortable clothes.

I think I'll get everyone's attention if I go in this.

Okay.

Come to the crime scene reenactment, okay?

It will be pretty nasty, but it's the last time...

you and I can see each other outside.

Okay.

Anyway, that Choi Dal-po,

no, Ki Ha-myeong...

He's so cruel.

-What do you mean? -I heard he convinced

his brother to turn himself in for the exclusive.

Mr. Jung, would you arrest your family for a promotion?

Hey, you think I'd do that?

You are so...

Maybe Dal-po cheated.

What if Dal-po didn't cheat,

but stole the quiz questions?

I am so what?

You're just like me.

And what is that?

Thoughtless, immature, and boorish.

What did you just say? Hey, Chan-su!

Hey.

Did you just visit your brother?

Yes.

Are you going to the crime scene reenactment tomorrow too?

Right, the crime scene reenactment.

I wanted to keep the press out, but I couldn't.

I'm sorry.

Please take care of Jae-myeong.

Don't worry.

He's Ki Jae-myeong's brother, right?`

Mr. Lee, why don't we get a shot of him?

Why do you want to do that? You think you can use that?

Ki Jae-myeong's reporter brother reported that he was a murderer.

I think we can make a story of it.

I don't know.

I don't think it can be a story.

Are you here to cover the crime scene reenactment or shoot a tabloid story?

Jae-hwan. Why are you ganging up on me?

Move!

They're here.

Move aside. It's dangerous.

-Move! -Move aside.

-Look over here! -Move.

-Look here. -Over here, please.

-Let's go! -Hey!

Is there another crime that you didn't confess?

Did you save the student for show?

Any word to the families?

Did you hope that this crime would be forgotten as you were hailed as a hero?

What are you doing?

You don't need to answer them.

Just focus on the crime scene reenactment.

Reporters, please be quiet. You're getting in the way.

Please keep it down.

SUSPECT

-Move now. -Let's go.

-We have a question. -Wait!

-Mr. Ki. -Move!

-Move forward. -Wait a minute.

-Move to the side. -Please give me an answer.

HANGANG POLICE STATION

Are you okay? You look pale.

I'm fine.

I'm fine, so...

don't do anything and stay still.

Dal-po.

Don't call me by that name.

I'm fine, so...

don't worry about me or comfort me.

Don't do anything, and just stay where you are...

so that I won't crumble or lose my edge.

Did you say Choi Dal-po was your uncle?

He's Ki Jae-myeong's brother.

Did you know that?

Yes.

So, your uncle was a murderer's brother.

What a scary world.

I'm a murderer's daughter too.

You've killed people with your words, Ms. Song.

Wow, Song Cha-ok's positive search terms changed overnight.

"Fabricating anchor."

"Ms. Song the manipulator.", "Ms. Song the ink slinger."

The Ki Jae-myeong case really was huge.

-What are you doing? -I created a website called, SCOHC.

I'm going to post some things on it.

"SCOHC"? What's that?

It is Song Cha-ok Haters' Club.

I'll show her the power of the public.

SCOHC

Isn't this that lecture?

I edited it myself.

Once this goes public, that Song Cha-ok witch is done for good.

One who succeeds by fabrication shall be ruined by fabrication.

Hey, why do you hate her so much?

I do hate her, but...

Dal-po, I mean...

Ha-myeong. I feel bad for him so I want to avenge on behalf of him.

Why do you feel bad?

The Ki Ha-myeong's case.

I insisted on pursuing it not knowing he was his brother.

I learned a lot.

What's merely a story to us is someone else's life.

I thought too lightly of it.

Hey. It finished uploading.

This is based entirely on fact. It isn't interesting.

They are boring and have no appeal.

You can't create the news purely based on facts.

You need to spice it up.

If you want to grab the public's attention...

I'll skip the textbook topics

like sense of duty.

You must add impact to facts.

Yes, Song Cha-ok.

You shall receive all sorts of criticisms and hatred.

I don't know if you're nice or mean.

That's how people are.

They prefer insulting others than praising them.

You have a flair for editing.

KI JAE-MYEONG'S CRIME SCENE REENACTMENT

ANCHOR SONG CHA-OK CAUSES MSC TO LOSE CREDIBILITY

ANCHOR SONG CHA-OK FABRICATED THE NEWS

MANIPULATIVE EDITING EXPOSED

Let's turn off the music.

Yes.

Pull over.

Your real name is Ki Ha-myeong?

So, that's why you've been so antagonistic toward me.

Now I understand what you meant when you barked at me...

back then.

You must have wanted to humiliate me so badly,

that you were willing to turn your brother in.

But I'm sorry,

it didn't work at all.

You must be nervous.

You're answering questions I never asked,

and your voice is shaky which isn't like you.

Do you fear me now?

Not at all.

That's a relief.

Even if you do, don't let it show.

Don't collapse too easily, either.

That wouldn't be any fun.

I intend to drag out this battle.

I wanted to know...

if Song Cha-ok was a bad reporter only to me,

or if she was as bad a reporter to others as well.

Would the embers of doubt that my brother and I threw at her

just die out or burn bright?

I was very curious.

-But those embers -She fabricated the news...

burned brighter than expected.

If you want to grab the public's attention...

She takes us for fools.

She's obsessed with ratings.

I'll skip the textbook topics like sense of duty.

-You must add impact to facts. -She's such a witch.

-Seriously. -What on earth?

-Have you seen this? -What is it?

-The Gangnam bridge... -It turns out

she was kneeling in the water.

That's why she's called the Queen of Fabrication.

-She is acting. -She should be an actress.

-Seriously. She lied to everyone... -I know.

And those embers were carried in the wind and...

spread far and wide.

And it brought me an opportunity.

PROTEST FOR SONG CHA-OK'S RESIGNATION

-Resign! -Outside MSC Studios,

people are still protesting regarding Anchor Song Cha-ok's

fabrications and manipulations of news.

Several people have also surfaced

and claimed to be victims of her false reports.

Cho Jang-hun operated a bus company until six years ago.

He claims he had to shut down his company because of her false report.

His story began when a former employee,

Mr. Cha died after being suddenly laid off.

Ms. Song had exclusively reported that Mr. Cha

had committed suicide after being fired for embezzling 600 won.

-Fabrication is nonsense! -He died of an illness.

But she reported that he killed himself because of me.

Look.

This is Cha Dae-geun's death certificate.

Take a look.

It wasn't suicide. See?

People called me a murderer

and boycotted our buses.

And we eventually went bankrupt.

Mr. Cho is protesting his innocence and demands an apology,

but MSC News has not made any statements so far.

With NTS News, I'm Kang Seo-hak.

ACCUSATION OF FABRICATING NEWS SONG CHA-OK SHOULD RESIGN

NTS has no business ethics.

How could they attack another broadcasting station's anchor like this?

Press charges against this bus company owner for defamation.

Let's just bury it.

We can't do that. We need to give an explanation.

What? Is there a reason we can't?

There were many circumstantial evidence of suicide.

His family also said it was suicide.

So?

Did you investigate the story after jumping to conclusions?

What about the death certificate?

I did not check it.

What? Then...

He's telling the truth?

-No, but-- -But you can't say for sure. Right?

-Yes. -Then, you can't give an explanation?

I'm sorry.

If what he says is true...

step down as an anchor.

Yes.

You want me to dig up dirt on the bus company owner?

Yes, and report to me directly.

Then, what about Mr. Kim?

I said, report to me directly.

-Yes. -I'm sorry, Ms. Song!

Am I that untrustworthy?

Mr. Kim.

Don't worry, Ms. Song.

I plan to assign this to people more trustworthy than Il-ju.

Your life is at stake.

I can't let just anyone handle it.

If an average reporter takes this, people will say we're making excuses.

It won't work.

But...

if a Pinocchio reports it, they won't be able to say that,

and the accusations will die down.

-You don't mean-- -Yes.

Choi In-ha! Seo Beom-jo!

You will do your utmost to prove Ms. Song's innocence!

And there will be not even a whiff of a mistake!

Report to me directly. Understood?

Pardon?

Yes.

Yes.

Who told you to do that? How dare you disregard the system?

You're the one who disregarded the system.

The captain of the city desk has the exclusive authority over assignments.

NTS was so cruel to another broadcasting station's anchor.

-They were so mean. -I don't know.

I think you need to expose the truth no matter what.

That 600 won suicide report even received the newscasters' award.

There must be a reason why MSC isn't saying anything.

If she took the proper steps, they can sue for defamation.

But they are silent.

I'm sure the fabricator, I mean, Ms. Song exaggerated.

Right now, NTS reported solely

the bus company owner's perspective so it's meaningless.

We need both sides of the story in order for it to be meaningful.

Understand, Ki Ha-myeong?

Pardon?

No way.

Can you investigate Ms. Song's misreport case?

Yes, Mr. Hwang. I'll do my best.

Okay, next is...

Yoon Yu-rae, work with him. Have it ready by this Thursday.

Yes, Mr. Hwang.

So, you're taking on Song Cha-ok's misreport case?

Yes, I might be able to keep my promise with you soon.

She won an award for this so if this was fake, it's game over.

Tell me in detail. What is the case about?

A bus driver who was fired for embezzling 600 won

committed suicide.

A 40-year-old bus driver who was fired for embezzling 600 won

could not overcome the distress and committed suicide.

Mr. Cha, a 40-year-old man who was a bus driver in Seoul

was discovered dead in his home this morning.

According to his family

he had been depressed ever since he was fired,

and overdosed on sleeping pills and passed away

while the family was out.

The reason for his termination was embezzling a 600-won bus fare.

Mr. Cha said it was a counting error and maintained his innocence,

but the company refused to accept it.

Even if it were 600 won, embezzlement is embezzlement.

Letting him go was the necessary action.

His suicide is such a shame.

After the 40-year-old head of the household

took his own life because of 600 won,

the bus company has been under much criticism.

With MSC News, I am Song Cha-ok.

Why is that a problem?

They say he died of a heart disease, not suicide.

Ms. Song packaged it as a suicide.

That bus company went bankrupt and closed down.

I see. The owner must feel wronged.

So, I plan to tell his story.

If I do this right,

Song Cha-ok will not be able to report news stories ever again.

I can't wait to see how you bring her down.

Don't worry, I'll bring her down good.

Have you met your attorney?

Yes, I met with him once.

How is he? Is he good?

He seems nice, but...

he seems a bit dumb.

I'm not sure.

You can't have a dumb attorney.

What is his name? Do you know his number?

Yes, Mother.

I'm on the same story with In-ha again.

What's wrong? You always wanted to work with her.

I just want to end it now.

It's an impossible battle.

It's discouraging.

Okay, then.

How will you end it?

I'm going to tell her that I'm the one who stole her texts.

Really?

She'll resent you terribly.

That's what I want.

So I can get over her.

I'll just get hit and cursed at if that's what she wants.

NATIONAL HERO KI JAE-MYEONG REVEALED TO BE A MURDERER

Quit being a reporter too, then.

You started it only because you wanted to meet her.

I will.

Then should I agree to the blind date request I got?

Professor Pyo's daughter--

I'm not interested yet.

I'm in no mood for that.

No, I'll send you her picture, so at least take a look.

No thank you, Mother.

MOTHER

I said not to...

Wow.

No. It's too soon.

Yes, I'll tell her and end it for good.

If she hits me, I'll let her. If she curses me, I'll let her.

In-ha, I need to tell you something.

What is it?

The one who stole your texts for the past 13 years...

was me.

What?

I'm sorry.

-I'm-- -You jerk!

What is it?

What? I...

Do you remember you told me that

someone stole your texts over the past 13 years?

Yes.

Don't you hate him?

If those texts had gone to the intended person,

you and your mom wouldn't have gotten this bad.

I don't know. I resented him at first, but not anymore.

Had they reached her, she would have told me not to text her.

Is that right?

Actually, I'm grateful to him.

For 13 years, he was like my diary. I could speak my mind to him.

I'm sad because I have no one to text anymore.

Really?

This isn't good.

I can't end it, then.

What did you say?

What? Nothing.

I put together questions for the bus company owner

and some documents.

I'll explain on the way. Let's go.

Okay.

SONG CHA-OK, GIVE ME BACK MY LIFE

I won't do interviews with MSC reporters.

You'll just report it to protect Song Cha-ok.

We will not. We're reporters.

We'll report the truth.

That's what Song Cha-ok said six years ago

before she interviewed me. I won't be fooled again.

Sir, I'm Choi In-ha with MSC News.

I have the Pinocchio syndrome. I hiccup if I lie.

Right. You're the one in the commercials.

What? Are they working on this story too?

I'll report only the truth.

If the report was false, I'll get Song Cha-ok to apologize to you.

She is trying hard.

See? She isn't hiccupping so that means she is telling the truth.

We won't add or detract and tell it as it is.

Fine. I'll do the interview.

Let us join you too. We're reporters with YGN.

-What is it? -Stay out of this one.

I'm a trainee reporter so I have no say.

I have to do what Mr. Kim assigns.

Still, stay out of it.

Give whatever excuse you can.

I'm going to drag your mother down with this.

I'll point out every little thing she did wrong,

and show the world she doesn't deserve to be a reporter.

So, why should I stay out of it?

Because you'll distract me.

I want to think only of Jae-myeong and fight for real,

but you confuse me and make me hesitate.

So please, stay out of it.

Don't worry about me.

Fight for real. Don't hesitate. I'm in the same position as you.

I agree that she doesn't deserve to be a reporter.

Like you said, I'm going to show that to the world.

I know how hard it is for you. You are not fine.

I know you cry every night and miss Grandpa every minute.

But you'll act fine for Jae-myeong's sake.

I know you are not fine,

but I won't worry about you or comfort you, because...

I hate seeing you falter anymore.

So, don't mind me and do what you have to do.

Ms. Song.

I met with the bus driver's brother, and he said,

the bus company owner is right.

Then why did he lie to me six years ago?

He felt so bad for his brother and he hated the boss,

so he lied.

I got it. You may leave.

Where are In-ha and Beom-jo?

They are interviewing the bus company owner.

And I heard YGN assigned Ki Ha-myeong to this.

What?

You're okay, right?

-What do you mean? -Well,

the story about your parents and your brother are all so shocking.

I don't know how to comfort you, but...

I'm totally on your side on this one.

Just know that.

-Thanks. -If you need help, let me know.

My mother is MSC's largest shareholder.

What do you mean?

I mean, just let me know if you really need help.

I'll talk to my mother about Ms. Song.

Did I sound like a total jerk?

Did I act like a rich brat?

Yes.

Hey, I hate these things too.

But that's just how much I'm on your side.

Look how far I'm willing to go.

Doesn't this feel like a press conference?

I'm Ki Ha-myeong with YGN.

How did you find out that it was not a suicide?

Not too long ago,

I had a drink with Mr. Cha's brother.

That's when he confessed that he had lied.

His death certificate says

he died of a coronary artery disease.

I am speechless.

Back then, did Ms. Song not check the death certificate before the report?

She did not.

Had she checked it, this wouldn't have happened.

I'm Seo Beom-jo with MSC.

What evidence do you have other than the death certificate?

This is the phone number of Mr. Cha's brother.

These are the other drivers' numbers

who had worked with him.

Call them up.

They will tell you how I was wrongly accused.

Should we split this up?

Someone empathetic should visit the family.

So, the right-brained reporter should take it.

Someone rational should take the death certificate.

So, the left-brained reporter should take--

I'll check the death certificate.

I'll meet the other drivers.

Wow. There are more than ten of them.

Fine.

I'll take the family.

Dal-po... I mean, Ha-myeong what about you?

I'll meet Ms. Song Cha-ok.

I'll check if she investigated it properly,

and what she did wrong.

Okay. Let's meet at 6:00 p.m. in the reporters' room.

You'll need our company identification if you want to see her.

Take this.

Thanks.

You saw that, right? I'm totally on your side.

LEVEL 13, CITY DESK

Excuse me, where is Ms. Song?

I think she went to the cafeteria.

Thank you.

Who is that?

He looks familiar.

CAFETERIA

This cafeteria is nicer than one in my broadcasting station.

Why are you here?

It's tough, isn't it?

Being caught up in an outrageous rumor.

I know because I went through it 13 years ago.

But you're luckier than I was.

Your position is easier to prove.

All you have to do is press charges for defamation.

Then the police will investigate it and uncover the truth.

It isn't worth pressing charges.

Don't you mean you don't think you'll win?

I mean I don't need to respond to every rumor.

Can you prove that...

it's just a rumor?

That's just a rumor!

Can you prove that it's just a rumor?

I can prove it.

What evidence of suicide was there?

There was circumstantial evidence.

Did you check the death certificate?

I had the family's testimony too.

Did you check the death certificate?

-There was a suicide note. -I asked if you checked it.

There was no reason to!

There were plenty of evidence that it was suicide!

Thank you for your cooperation.

CHAIRMAN

YOU SHOULD STEP DOWN FOR NOW

Subtitle translation by Haein Park