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I want to marry Da-hee. Mr. and Mrs. Song, we want your approval.

Mom, Dad, please give us your approval.

Here's some ice. Let this numb the pain.

What's with that smirk? It's as if you find this entertaining.

It really hurts.

It hit me right on the back of my head. It's throbbing like crazy.

Okay, fine. Let me help.

You're such a crybaby.

Yes, Ga-hee.

Na-hee, where are you?

What? Right now? I'm outside. Why?

Things just blew up at home. A nuclear bomb went off--

No, a hydrogen bomb is more like it.

What are you talking about? What's this about a bomb?

Don't get shocked.

Your ex-brother-in-law,

Gyu-jin's brother, Yoon Jae-seok.

He wants to marry Da-hee.

He's here trying to persuade Mom and Dad.

What? Marry?

Since when? When did this all begin?

-Well, it's been-- -Hold on.

It hasn't been long.

We began dating after she got into college.

I'm the one who liked her and asked her out first.

She rejected me at first saying it was absurd,

but I clung onto her.

But Dad, Mom,

I couldn't help how I felt.

I like him so much.

He's such a decent guy.

Actually, I got into college thanks to him.

He helped me study math at the library,

drove me to the campus on the day of the exam,

and encouraged me whenever I doubted myself.

Also, when Cha Yeong-hun, that jerk…

I mean,

when he suddenly showed up

and kept asking me to get back together,

Jae-seok punched him in the face.

-What? -Unbelievable.

Right.

I know how flustered you are.

I barged in here unannounced, so you must be shocked.

But this was the only way to muster up our courage.

I came here ready to have a few ribs busted,

so please approve of our marriage.

Are you kidding me?

Do you think this makes sense?

We have a complicated relationship with your family.

And it's only been two months since she went back to college.

It's just absurd to talk about marriage.

I'm aware of that too.

I'll support Da-hee.

I'll do my best to support her

so that Da-hee can live out her dream, Mother.

Stop calling me "Mother." I'm not your anything.

How about Mother-in-law then?

I apologize.

Stop. I get your point.

So go home for now.

I doubt you expected us to approve of this today.

We're too flustered to think straight right now.

We need time to think--

What's there to think about? This is totally absurd!

Honey, please.

Ga-hee!

Where's Da-hee and Jae-seok?

They're in there.

I'll be back some other time.

Sure. Goodnight.

Bye. See you next time.

Get in here.

What on earth? Are you kidding me?

Marriage?

Things kind of turned out that way.

Jae-seok proposed, you see.

At first, the idea seemed absurd,

but Jae-seok couldn't be more sincere,

and I thought we could get through it together.

So you two just barged in here and asked Mom and Dad for approval?

Da-hee!

Are you out of your mind?

How can you date him when you know Na-hee's situation?

Why couldn't you date someone else?

And what about your studies? Didn't you want a new life?

You said you were done with marriage.

But Mom,

I think it'll all be possible with Jae-seok.

My studies as well as my career.

What?

Read this, Mom.

This is how he plans to support me.

He'll support me so that I can finish my studies.

He envisions a long future with me and cares a great deal about me.

Get this away from me!

You like him too much that you only see his good sides.

That's not the case, Mom.

Yes, it is! I know I'm right!

I know Yun-jeong did me a favor recently,

and I am trying to be good friends with her again,

but she's not someone you want as a mother-in-law.

She is overly obsessive when it comes to her sons.

You know how much Na-hee went through.

But if I do well--

Da-hee!

You can't do anything to solve the issue!

-That's not the issue! -Ok-bun, please.

Stop it. Use your words instead.

Yeong-suk, let me go. Let go of me!

Be rational and use your words, okay?

Hey!

Seriously? You're unbelievable.

Am I really a brother to you? Come here, you traitor.

Traitor? There's no need to call me names.

Are you kidding me? We'll talk at home. Come here.

-Gyu-jin. -Come on.

-Gyu-jin! -Come on.

It hurts. Can you at least let go?

-Sit. -Gosh, please…

Can't you be gentle?

How do you expect me to be gentle?

How could you do this to me?

This is a betrayal.

How can you go there without discussing things first?

You call that an alliance?

I was going to discuss it with you, but you left after Na-hee texted you.

You still should've told me what you were about to do.

Okay, fine. I'm sorry for not discussing things.

But I didn't expect this to happen today.

Still…

I achieved nothing, so let's drop it for now.

I'm already distressed as it is.

Why are you distressed? I'm the one who has it worse.

If only I could just cut your leg off.

Who are you to be annoyed? That's how I should feel!

Mom, you won't believe what happened today!

That man walked in with Aunt Da-hee

and got down on his knees in front of Grandma and Grandpa.

Then he asked them to approve of their marriage.

Talk about being manly and charismatic! It was like a scene from a movie.

What is she saying? Who is this about?

-Da-hee? -Yes.

Yes, the whole house was a colossal mess today.

Do you know who the guy is?

It's Gyu-jin's younger brother.

You mean, that dentist?

Seo-yeong, can you help Seo-jin wash her hands?

Okay, we'll let the grown-ups talk.

Seo-jin, let's go.

Tell me more.

Does that mean they've been dating all this time?

Yes. Can you believe our youngest sister? She's actually the craziest out of us all.

She's so hard to predict.

How can she even think about marrying our ex-in-law?

That's insane.

Your mom and dad must've been shocked.

Na-hee too.

Of course.

Na-hee hasn't said anything, but I bet she's shocked.

Working with her ex-husband is one thing, but being in-laws is another.

I mean, think about it. Let's say they end up getting married.

The wedding guests

will practically be the same as last time.

I feel embarrassed just thinking about it.

"Goodness, we meet again."

"We met when your second daughter married that family's eldest son."

"Yes, hello again." "I hope these two don't get a divorce."

That's how it'll be.

What about the guy? Is he serious about this?

Of course.

Why else would he have come behind enemy lines?

From an objective standpoint,

he seems to take more initiative compared to Gyu-jin.

Or maybe he's just crazier.

So how's Da-hee at the moment?

She's probably lying in bed

after getting five smacks on her back by Mom.

Like I said, she's crazy.

No, I'm alone right now.

Na-hee gave me an earful,

and my mom smacked my back about four…

No, five times.

Now I'm under the covers in bed.

What about you? Gyu-jin must've thrown a fit.

You could say I was smacked too.

He pulled me by the ears and kicked me here and there.

That must've hurt.

Are you all right?

Is this too hard for you?

Actually, pulling the trigger gave me a new batch of courage.

Really?

Gosh.

You sure are reliable, Da-hee.

-In that case… -Yes?

Since we're filled with courage, shall we jump the other hurdle too?

"The other hurdle"?

You mean…

Yes, exactly what you're thinking.

She'll soon find out anyway, so it'll be better coming from us.

Ms. Choi.

Yes?

My gosh. What's wrong with me?

Goodness gracious.

I ruined all these flowers.

You sweet flowers.

Why didn't you tell me that your necks were hurting?

What am I going to do?

Jae-seok. My gosh, Da-hee.

What brings you here so early? Did you meet out front?

Yes.

Hello, Ms. Choi.

I didn't sleep well last night,

so I've been lacking energy and feeling down today.

But then you both came by.

You guys just made my day. Did you eat breakfast?

Yes.

I haven't eaten yet.

Really? That's great!

Let's go upstairs and eat together.

I didn't have an appetite so I skipped it.

Come on. Let's go.

Sure.

Let's go.

Right.

Sleepless nights have been making me lose my appetite.

And I thought porridge might help.

Da-hee, are you okay with porr--

Why do I keep bumping into this?

This happens too often.

Darn, that hurts.

Why aren't you joining me here?

Mom, come and have a seat. I have something to tell you.

Save it for later.

Da-hee should eat and be on her way.

No, Mom. This involves us both.

What?

What do you mean it involves you both? What is it about?

Mom, can you sit down first and take a deep breath?

Why? What is it?

What are you talking about?

You want to marry who?

Da-hee.

I want to marry her. Please give us your approval.

So the student you've been dating…

The one who ruined your blind date…

Yes, that was me.

I'm sorry that we lied.

We had no choice back then.

At first, I asked Da-hee to pretend to be my girlfriend

so that I could fend off the woman you set me up with.

But I ended up falling for her.

This is crazy. How…

How can you do this to me, Da-hee?

You played dumb in front of me,

and I poured my heart out to you.

You know how much I trusted you.

Was it fun to see me clueless?

Was it fun to make fun of me?

No, Ms. Choi.

I felt bad too. It wasn't easy for me either.

I even tried to suppress my feelings,

but I couldn't help it.

I liked Jae-seok too much, so I couldn't--

Enough!

I don't want to hear it. I've had enough. Get out.

Leave. Get out of here!

-Mom. -Ms. Choi.

I'm done with you too!

How in the world could you date your brother's former sister-in-law?

How can you be this thoughtless? How?

Get out of here, you two.

-Ms. Choi. -Mom, wait.

-Get out! -Mom!

I'm so sorry.

-Get out! -Mom.

Stop sighing. It won't do you any good.

How can I not sigh at the moment?

How is it that our kids have problems all the time?

I thought all the drama was past us.

That brat.

-We can't let it happen, right? -Of course not.

It's not just us. Think about Yun-jeong.

She'll be appalled if she finds out.

Hold on.

YUN-JEONG

Yes, it's me.

Where are you right now?

I'm on my way to work.

Don't you think we should talk?

I'm against this marriage.

Me too. I'm right there with you.

Right? How can this even make sense?

I'd understand if your daughters

and my sons were the only people left on Earth.

Why does it have to be them again of all people?

Exactly. I fully agree with you.

I'm okay with us growing old together as good friends

but why must we be in-laws again?

Forget it. That's the last thing I want.

I don't want that either. I'm glad you feel the same way.

Yes, I'm glad we're on the same page.

You have no idea how aghast I was

when they came by earlier to deliver the news.

That idiot.

I know he can be clueless at times, but why would he marry someone like her…

What?

What did you just say?

Are you saying he's clueless for liking Da-hee?

No, that's not what I meant.

Then what did you mean?

To be honest, it's not about Da-hee still being a student.

I was a guest at Da-hee's wedding, remember?

Everyone knows that she was married.

They didn't register their marriage or go on a honeymoon.

They pretty much just broke up.

What matters is that they had a wedding ceremony.

People would still think of it as a flaw.

What? Flaw?

Did you just say "flaw"?

Well, I know it sounds a bit harsh.

But honestly, I can't say it isn't a flaw.

Gosh, you're unbelievable.

How can you say such a thing about your friend's daughter?

What? A flaw?

All right.

Let's say she does have a flaw.

What about your children then?

Last time, you told me your second son

must have itchy feet because he rarely stays at home.

Well, I also don't want my daughter marrying a punk like him.

End of conversation.

What? A punk?

How could you call him that?

Why can't I? What you said was even worse.

I'm flabbergasted.

Hey, I'm the one who's flabbergasted.

Anyway, there's no way we will become in-laws again.

So don't let it keep you up at night. I know I won't.

Do you understand?

-I'll get going then. -I won't ever let that happen either.

I'll never give Jae-seok to you!

I won't give my daughter either!

-My child is a son! -Whatever!

My son is a doctor!

She's no match for him!

She got married before.

So is Ok-bun at Yun-jeong's now?

Yes. She called Ok-bun on our way here.

I guess she heard it as well.

I have a bad feeling about it.

When it comes to her children, she loses her reason.

I thought they were finally getting along well,

but it's back on.

I know. I don't think they would say anything nice.

I better get going.

My gut feeling tells me so.

Gosh, that damn wench.

That mean wench.

Hi, Ok-bun.

I'm busy, so I should get going. Bye.

What's wrong? What did Yun-jeong say this time?

She says Da-hee has a flaw

because she still had a wedding ceremony even though they weren't really married.

She thinks Da-hee is no match for her son. Well, I'm not happy with her son either.

He's no match for Da-hee. No way.

It's all settled then.

She doesn't approve, and we don't either.

That only means one thing.

But they aren't listening! What do we do with them?

You should've given them a flat no and kicked him out yesterday.

Wait. Why is it suddenly my fault?

I'm just furious.

Why did Da-hee have to fall for her son of all people

and make me hear something upsetting again?

Even so, you shouldn't take it out on Yeong-dal.

Breathe in. Here.

Get it away from me.

You should keep your temper in check.

You're no different from Ms. Choi. Just stop it already.

My goodness. How dare you compare me to her?

I can't believe this.

-Hello, Mr. Song. -Hello.

Hey, Yeong-dal.

I felt thirsty as I was passing by so I came inside to get some water.

You seem more upset than thirsty.

-We'll go to the supermarket. -Right. We'll see you later.

Okay. Bye.

See you.

What's wrong?

Did you fight with Ok-bun again?

Yeong-suk, your sister-in-law is so stubborn.

She wasn't like that before, but now she yells at me all the time.

She's not the only one who's flustered. I'm as upset as she is.

It's just that she's getting old.

Women tend to become stubborn after menopause.

And they become very moody.

I bet you yelled at her a lot more when you were younger.

I guess you're right.

She put up with my temper.

Now you should put up with hers.

It's your turn.

That's only fair.

You should eat.

You haven't eaten anything since this morning.

We both knew my mom would react this way.

I'm eating.

You should buck up to fight against them.

If you keep being like this, it's going to make me upset.

Don't be upset. I'm eating now.

Really, I'm fine.

Watch.

MOM

Hey, Mom.

Where are you? Come home right now.

Home?

Why?

Don't even ask!

Just come home immediately.

My mom wants me to come home.

She sounded really upset. What do I do?

It's all right.

It will be okay.

Da-hee is out.

She's probably with Jae-seok.

Jae-seok wasn't home when I woke up this morning.

He became an early bird after he started dating Da-hee.

What did Jae-seok say? Did you talk to him?

He asked me for help.

He's so reckless. It's him who started the whole thing.

He asked her to marry him and live together.

He isn't the kind of guy who worries about the future.

He just goes for it.

You're right. Sometimes, I'm a little envious.

I don't know. It's so complicated.

But I feel like we should help them out.

I know.

It upsets me to see her so depressed.

Get in here.

Who said you could go out and cause trouble again?

You're not welcome there.

I'll call you back later.

Mom, why are you home so early? What about the store?

That's not the problem.

You.

Did you go to Yun-jeong's with him?

What did you tell her?

Did you ask her for permission to marry her son?

No, it's not like that.

You went to see his mother already?

You guys are incredible. You really know how to take action.

What's the matter? Did you meet Ms. Choi?

What did she say to you?

What do you think?

She said she will never let her son marry you.

She told me she can't accept you as her daughter-in-law

because your annulment is a flaw.

She said there's no way.

Seriously?

She's unbelievable.

Until recently, she let you stay at her place

and acted like you guys were best friends.

How could she say that about her friend's daughter?

Her son may be precious, but that's so rude.

This isn't even new. Friendship means nothing when it comes to her kids.

What do you think?

Are you happy that she said that about you?

Are you happy to hear what you deserve?

That's ridiculous, Mom. Why would she be happy?

I have to be ridiculous to cool down my anger!

I barely started to feel at ease after your breakup and your divorce.

I finally got over the aftereffects.

But you guys never put my mind at ease.

Must you see me frustrated to death?

I'm sorry.

I'm sorry, Mom.

What? If you're sorry, then what will you do?

-Mom. -Are you going to end it?

Will you end it with him?

Gosh, I feel so troubled.

He's making me concerned too.

Where on earth is he after causing all this trouble?

Is it you?

Where is Jae-seok?

Is he not home yet?

No, not yet. Why? What's the matter?

What? "What's the matter?"

You knew about it, didn't you? You knew Jae-seok and Da-hee were dating.

Gosh, I can't believe he ended up…

Did you know about it or not?

Well, I recently found out.

And? Why did you not stop them?

Do you think it makes sense?

She's your ex-sister-in-law.

Jae-seok wants to marry your ex's sister.

Are you really okay with that?

I know what you mean,

but what can I do about it? They like each other.

What? How can you say that as an older brother?

You should have stopped them no matter what!

Gyu-jin.

Mom, when did you get here?

I came here to make things clear.

You're not going to marry their youngest daughter.

Why not? I thought you liked Da-hee.

You told me to date someone like her.

And you promised not to go back on it.

That's before I knew you were dating. It's different if she's your girlfriend.

How is it different? Stop being picky, and just see her for who she is.

How can I not be picky? It's not like I'm hiring a part-timer.

I told you.

I will pick out a woman for you to marry.

Mom. I'm not a child.

I should get to pick my spouse, not you.

You're not the one getting married. It's me, okay?

Be quiet! I don't care what you say,

so stop talking back and just give up on her.

I've made myself clear!

-Wait, Mom. -Forget it!

Take care.

Oh, dear.

-Are you home, Dad? -Yes.

-Sit down and eat. -Did you have dinner?

I ate a bit. Where's your mom?

We ordered Chinese because she said she wasn't hungry.

Where's Da-hee?

She's in her room. She's not hungry either.

You should tell them to eat even if they're not hungry.

Why are they both starving?

My gosh.

Why are you lying down without having dinner?

Don't talk to me.

No one understands me.

Not even my husband or kids.

Don't be like that. Get up and eat this.

Why did you bring corn on the cob?

You like corn.

I got it for you in case you didn't have an appetite.

I didn't buy leftovers.

Honey, I know you're upset.

If you want to throw a tantrum, do it at me.

I'll put up with it.

But don't skip any meals.

You can't fight the kids if you're weak.

Dig in.

Da-hee, try some of this. I heated some pumpkin porridge.

Where did she go? She was here earlier.

She said she will never let her son marry you.

She told me she can't accept you as her daughter-in-law

because your annulment is a flaw. She said there's no way.

JAE-SUN

The receiver cannot be reached. Please leave…

Why won't she pick up?

She can't be asleep already.

Gyu-jin. Can you call Na-hee and ask her what Da-hee's doing?

She won't answer her phone.

Really? Hang on.

Hey.

Hey. Is Da-hee there with you? Jae-seok says he can't reach her.

She's not home.

I thought she was in her room, but she wasn't when I checked.

Isn't she with Jae-seok?

Give me a minute.

She's not at home. Na-hee thought you were with her.

The receiver cannot be reached. Please leave…

Where did you go, Da-hee?

The only person who was on my side is dead,

and my sons want to live however they want as if they have no mom.

My gosh.

Is this my fate?

I feel lonely, abandoned, and bitter.

I might die in solitude.

I can't even get drunk today.

Who knows?

Maybe I can get drunk if I mix in a little soju.

Who's here so late at night?

Ms. Choi.

Da-hee. What are you doing here?

Ms. Choi.

What's wrong? What are you doing?

Ms. Choi.

Can you please

approve of me?

You used to like me.

You adored me.

I really…

I can't live without Jae-seok.

I like you very much too.

I think we can live a pleasant life together.

But even so,

do you still disapprove?

Am I really not good enough?

Even if I beg you like this?

Please.

I beg you, Da-hee.

You're right. I did like you.

That's why I don't want to be so cruel.

But you can't marry Jae-seok.

You know I have high hopes for my sons.

I want him to marry someone who's almost too good for him.

So, please…

Can't you give up, Da-hee?

I'll try hard, Ms. Choi.

I'll be good to you. I'll become a great person.

No, don't say that.

Da-hee, do this for me. I beg of you.

Ms. Choi.

-Ms. Choi. -Please.

Please.

-Hey. Did you not find her? -No.

-She's still not answering? -No.

She's not the kind of person to ignore my calls like this.

It's mine.

Na-hee.

Is your brother at home?

He hasn't been able to reach her yet?

Okay, bye.

Is his brother at home? Are they really not together?

My brother-in-law came home after searching for her.

He's not your brother-in-law. Keep things straight.

Why are you ranting at Na-hee? She's just used to calling him that.

Be quiet!

She's doing this on purpose.

"Try worrying all night."

"You'd rather give in than see your daughter suffer."

She's retaliating to make us give in.

Na-hee, are you sure Jae-seok is at home? Do you think Gyu-jin could've lied?

No, I heard Jae-seok's voice over the phone.

Whatever. I'll just go to bed.

I won't bat an eyelid even if she sleeps out tonight.

She's probably at a friend's house.

My goodness.

I might die before your mom does at this rate.

Na-hee, try calling Da-hee again.

She has classes tomorrow, so she needs to come home.

Let me call her.

She might not take your call thinking you're a spy.

GA-HEE

Gosh, my head is killing me.

What on earth is this?

Da-hee?

I see you're awake, Ms. Choi.

What are you doing? Did you stay the night here?

Yes.

I was shocked to wake up at your house too.

I was going to leave before you woke up,

but I thought you'd be too hungover to cook yourself anything.

Why do you care whether I eat or not?

If you don't have an appetite, at least eat it later.

Make sure you reheat the soup.

Ms. Choi.

Is…

Is there no chance of you accepting me?

Ever?

I'm sorry.

But you have

too many flaws.

All right.

I'm sorry for troubling you.

Goodbye.

Da-hee, are you okay with porr--

Why do I keep bumping into this? This happens too often.

Unbelievable!

Why is she doing this to me?

Da-hee!

What happened?

Ga-hee…

Where did you sleep, and why didn't you answer your phone?

Mom, Dad, Da-hee's home.

She didn't stay out all night on purpose.

Just as I expected, she passed out after drinking with a friend.

Remember her best friend, Jeong-hwa, from high school?

You should've at least called!

Didn't you know that we'd be worried?

Is this the best you can do?

I'm sorry, Dad,

Mom.

You really are a piece of work, you know that?

Now you're even staying out all night.

Unbelievable.

Da-hee, you should shower and get to school.

You have classes to get to. Hurry along.

Ga-hee, make sure she eats breakfast before she leaves.

You saw how gaunt she looked.

Got it. I will, Dad.

-You should go ahead. -Okay.

JAE-SUN

So no one still knows where Da-hee is?

That's how it was when I left this morning.

Just like Mom said, she could've stayed out all night on purpose.

But this has never happened before, so I'm not sure.

Da-hee hasn't called yet, has she?

No, she hasn't. I'm worried sick.

Where could she be…

Da-hee!

What's up with you? Where are you right now?

I'm sorry.

I made you worry, didn't I?

Anyway, I'm back home now.

I didn't get any sleep last night.

Where on earth were you?

At Ms. Choi's.

Where?

At your mom's place

with Ms. Choi.

At my mom's?

She was at Mom's?

Why? How did that happen?

I don't know. It just happened.

When do you get off work today?

We should meet up.

Of course.

I'll come see you after work.

Sure. Do well in class today.

She slept at Mom's place?

She slept at Mother's?

Yes, apparently.

What on earth is going on?

Are you off to train?

Yes, at the dojo.

Ji-hun's going to meet me there after school.

I see.

Are you coming back from the post office?

Yes, I have so many orders now that I have to go there every day.

I might end up falling for the clerk there.

See you later then.

Hyo-sin.

I was hoping we could chat.

To be honest,

it's true

that I like you.

I had no idea I'd fall for someone younger than me.

Younger guys have never been my type,

but you're so mature that it kind of happened.

But?

But…

My son is more important to me

than my emotions and needs.

I'm aware of that.

Which is why… What I mean is…

I was hoping you could give me some time.

I was going to, you know.

I told you last time that I don't expect anything to change.

Again!

You managed to flip me over once. I call that a big improvement.

You let me flip you over. I'm aware of that.

That's not true.

Your body's getting used to the sport,

so come practice every day.

I'll also come every day for a while.

See you tomorrow.

Okay, I promise I'll be here.

Da-hee!

How long are you going to keep me waiting?

Hurry over.

What you did is worth an earful from me.

You should've at least told me that you were going to meet my mom.

What happened? Why did you end up staying the night there?

Why don't we sit down?

What's wrong, Da-hee?

You're scaring me with that serious attitude.

Why? Did my mom say nasty things to you?

What is it?

Why are you crying?

Jae-seok.

We…

We…

I'm afraid we have to break up.

What are you saying?

Break up?

Your mom won't ever accept me.

She thinks I'm not good enough

to be your wife.

She doesn't want a daughter-in-law

who's flawed.

So you're breaking up with me over what my mom said?

You know how my mom is.

She's like that with me and Gyu-jin too.

She hurts us all the time and says nasty things.

We told our parents knowing that this would happen.

We promised to overcome this together.

No, it's not because of what she said.

She…

She cried.

She held my hands and pleaded with me

in tears.

I can't do this, making her cry…

I just can't.

We can't be this selfish.

We can't just think about how we feel.

After all, she's your mom.

I'm really sorry.

I…

I'm really sorry

for giving up

too early.

I can't break up with you though.

So let's go back to how things were.

Instead of getting married,

let's just keep dating.

You'll keep studying, and I'll do my job.

That's not an option for us anymore.

No.

No, Da-hee.

I'm sorry.

I'm really sorry.

I got too greedy.

We don't have to get married, okay?

Please don't say it's over between us.

Please?

Gosh, it's so pretty.

It looks great on you.

Why are you here again unannounced?

Mom.

How could you?

How many more nasty things must you say?

I finally understand how Gyu-jin must've felt.

I get how upset he must've been

to hear and see you treat Na-hee the way you did.

When did you become such an awful woman?

Shut it! How dare you talk like that to your mother!

Da-hee wants to break up with me.

She ended our relationship in tears.

She told me she can't keep seeing me

knowing that it'll bring you tears.

But Mom,

I won't break up with her.

I wouldn't have told you if I was going to give up so easily.

I was determined to overcome this and marry Da-hee. That's why I told you.

However,

if you keep disapproving and make us end our relationship,

I'm going to leave again.

I won't ever come back to Korea.

Are you kidding me? You won't come back to Korea?

Is that a threat?

No, it's not a threat.

I'm saying I can't live here without her anymore.

That's how much

Da-hee means to me now.

Mom.

Forget about everything else.

Don't think of her family or whatever flaw she has.

Stop thinking about that.

Can't you just see her

for who she is?

Please.

Mom.

Mom, I still need to talk to you.

I'm home.

You're home.

Hey, what happened? I heard you slept at Mother's last night.

Da-hee, what's wrong?

Da-hee.

Hey, you're home early.

What did Da-hee say?

She spent the night at Mom's…

Hey, what's with your eyes? Did you cry?

Hey.

Jae-seok.

What's going on?

You should try some.

This is crazy.

Come to think of it, you are just like this lilac.

You're young and beautiful.

You are a lot more beautiful than I am.

You are dignified and elegant.

I don't know how you felt,

but I loved working here with you.

Ms. Choi, don't drink too much wine,

and don't skip your meals no matter how upset you are.

Is…

Is there no chance of you accepting me?

Ever?

DA-SIK

Hey, Mom. What's up?

Mom?

Tell Da-hee to come over for dinner this weekend.

So you're saying Da-hee also seemed serious?

It was way worse than that.

She cried all night and went to school with puffy eyes.

I bet something happened at Mom's.

Should I go ask Mom?

You should.

It was heartbreaking to see her leave the house looking so gaunt.

Hey, can't you knock?

Na-hee, you're here too.

Sorry, hang on. I'll knock next time. That's not important.

I just got a call from Mom,

inviting Da-hee and I to come for dinner this weekend. What does that mean?

-Really? Mom said that? -Yes.

Is it a positive signal?

It may not mean a yes, but it means something, right?

Well… I think so.

Otherwise, why would she invite you two over for dinner?

Congratulations. You've just crossed a big mountain.

I shouldn't be too excited.

I shouldn't jump to conclusions and ruin everything.

Jae-seok, stay calm. All right.

I should tell Da-hee though.

I'll see you later.

Gyu-jin and Na-hee.

If it works out for us, I'll do my best to support you guys.

I'll be sure to return the favor. You trust us, right? Bye.

What a surprise.

She wants to have dinner with them? I mean, dinner?

Hey.

Is the morning class over? Where are you now?

I just got out of the classroom.

Da-hee!

What are you doing here?

Isn't your lunch break almost over?

I couldn't wait until tonight.

My mom wants us to come over for dinner this weekend.

What?

She wants to have dinner with us.

With me?

What does that mean?

Don't you get it?

She gave us her consent.

We got her permission.

So…

So we don't have to break up now?

Does that mean we can keep seeing each other?

Really?

Yes, of course.

Why would we break up?

We will live happily ever after.

Jae-seok.

Jae-seok!

I love you.

I love you so much, Da-hee.

It's true no parent can stop their kids from doing what they want.

I shouldn't have told Ok-bun that Da-hee has a flaw.

She totally lost her temper.

What do you want?

Are you at the store now? Are you getting off work late tonight?

No.

We're out of chicken, so we're going to close now. What's up?

That's good.

Let's meet up. I have something to discuss with you.

Something to discuss?

I don't know. What's there to talk about?

Let's talk in person. Where do you want to meet?

We can't talk in my café since customers might come.

Do you know the new bakery near the post office?

Let's meet there in 30 minutes.

Okay. I'll see you then.

She acted like she'd never see me again. What does she want now?

What's there to talk about?

Are you done cleaning up?

Let's go home.

You go on ahead. I need to meet Yun-jeong.

Ms. Choi?

Why? Is it about Da-hee?

I don't know. There's nothing to say.

She's so self-centered.

Dr. Song. Aren't you getting off work?

I'm leaving now.

You're going to eat, right? What do you want?

Well…

Anything.

The soft tofu stew didn't taste the same.

Did they get a new chef?

It's off our list now.

Do you want some ice cream for dessert?

No. Let's just go home. I'm tired.

What's wrong?

You're in a bad mood.

What is it?

What's bothering you?

Did it show?

Yes, it was obvious.

What's the matter?

What is it?

Is it about my mom?

Yes.

I'm happy for them,

but I can't help but compare myself to Da-hee.

Your mother and I were family for years,

but there was always a wall between us.

Da-hee got rid of that wall so quickly.

I thought it was mostly your mother's fault

that she and I felt uncomfortable.

But I guess I was wrong.

I was hugely responsible too.

Why…

Why would you compare yourself with Da-hee?

You guys are different people with different personalities.

Still.

What if I'd opened up a little more and tried harder?

Your mother is

actually quite easy to please if you think about it.

But I never put in any effort.

Don't say that.

I'm the one who's mostly responsible for that mess.

That's why I'm so sorry.

Now you're sorry?

Yes, now I am.

Come here.

I feel a little less sad now.

Now that you're hugging me.

I can't believe I even bought a bribe.

My son is my own enemy.

What?

Isn't that Gyu-jin's car?

You… You two…

What on earth is this?

Oh, my.

Mom.

Mom, wait. Hang on.

Let me explain.

What's going on?

What did I just see?

Calm down. I'll explain. Come with me.

It's not true, is it? It can't be.

You tell me. I'm mistaken, right?

My gosh. This is unbelievable.

Are you two crazy?

Did you cause all that fuss and get divorced for this?

You were on the news, and you shamed your parents.

Was that all for fun?

Why did you get divorced if you were to date again?

What did you just say?

Mother.

Mom.

Who's dating again?

Are you two actually…

Are you seeing each other again? Are you?

Gosh.

Na-hee, that brat, is seeing Gyu-jin again.

-How can things get this twisted? -I don't like it at all.

Consider yourself disowned if you want it your way.

Not her. Never. Over my dead body!

Can I ask why you hate Dad?

Then what about Hyo-sin do you like?

They say children choose their parents before they're born.

Parents are so grateful to have been chosen

that they give in to their children many times over.

Let them sweat a little and then give in.

Mother.