All language subtitles for Lights and Shadows E43

[Episode 43]

Join forces with Jang Cholhwan?
Are you kidding?

Better him than nothin', is that it?

This is a terrible idea.

He got you out of Samcheong College,
sure, but that was for the ledger.

He could turn on us any time.

I'm taking that into account.

The reasons we have to work
with him are simple.

First, I need to use him for what
I have in mind professionally.

Second, he'll serve as a shield
against Cha Suhyok.

The two of them aren't
getting along right now.

He's sly and suspicious.
Will he work with you?

It won't be easy.

So I've got to set the bait
and reel him in.

You have my investment. When do we
go into the Pachinko business?

Oh, it's not Pachinko,
it's the slot machine business.

Once the negotiations with Cha Suhyok
are complete, we're all set.

We'll use the existing tourist hotels,

get in on the ground floor,

and clean up.

As you know, if we work it right...

property and wealth can be ours...

including certain untraceable funds.

How are the negotiations going?

They've got their own political funding
problems. It won't be long now.

Don't let impatience get the best of you.

It would be nice to have a stake in casino.
Plenty of untraceable money there.

If I had known, I'd have gotten in on the

...Walker Hill Casino opening
after the coup.

Slots are much better than casinos,
just you wait.

If you'll excuse me.

Oh...
I wanted to ask you something.

Go on.

Kang Kitae.

What's your association with him?

I already know the answer.

You can be candid.

If you already know,
what else is there to ask?

Well, look before you leap, as they say.

If I were you, I'd avoid a confrontation.

Especially if you're interested
in making money.

Kang Kitae's got talent, yes,
but more than that, he's lucky.

With a destiny like his...

I'd want him on my side.

Destiny?

His interest in Kitae is piqued.

Set the trap. He'll bite.

Sir.

Nothing from Japan?

Ah, the chairman will be arriving soon.

- All right.
- Sir.

Mm, I see, I see, hang on.

Taesong.

It's me.

I just saw Mr. Kim.
He says Jang's ready to bite.

Got it.

Come on, come on.

Stand up straight.

Introductions.

President of Bitnara Productions,
Kang Kitae...

and the manager, Shin Jonggu.

Hello.

- Long time, Hyonjong.
- Yes, sir.

You two have quite an act.

Thank you.

Some of Jo Myongguk's
old Taeyang players.

That's all settled.
They're ready to sign with us.

Then sign them up.

- All of them?
- Yes.

Sign them up, give them advances...

but then what?

Jang Hyonjong and Baek Dubin are fine.

No, not just them, we need as many
singers as we can find.

For what?

Bitnara Productions will be running
the Victoria for Song Mijin.

And the New Seoul, as well.

The New Seoul?

Mr. Kang, running a production company
is one thing. A night club is another.

It's a saloon, pretty much.

You've got to know the trade.

One mistake and you could lose
everything. Think about that.

I'll take my chances.

You have no experience.
The odds are against you.

Soon they'll be lifting curfew.

What?

Are you sure?

My information is reliable.

No curfew means later hours,

which makes a nightclub
much more interesting.

And which means more singers.

That's a whole different story.

We've got to wrap up the New Seoul
deal first. Focus on that.

Right.

I found out why Jang Cholhwan
got Kitae released.

Why?

Myongguk kept a record
of his transactions with Jang.

His private dealings and his association
with the Club of One Light.

Kang Kitae got hold of the ledger.

How did he do that?

I have no idea.

But I do know Kitae used it
to cut a deal with Jang.

Deal? More like threaten.

Exactly.

Which will make Jang hate
Kitae that much more.

I was worried they were working together.

I hope you'll reconsider this rift
between you and Jang.

I know how he treated us in the past.

But no good can come from
antagonizing him.

You know who I am?

Of course.

Tell me.

You own this hotel.

And?

You once held a high position
in the Blue House.

And?

That's all I know.

My office is in one of the hotel suites.

If you've never seen a suite,
come by sometime.

- Okay.
- Good.

I'm sorry I'm late.

- Not at all. Please.
- Thanks.

Goodnight.

Well?

His office is in a suite
and he wants me to visit.

Sheesh. What a sleaze.

The younger they are,
the better he likes them. Forget it.

But I've never seen a suite.

Are you nuts?

Let me ask you.

Do you know what Kang Kitae
did in Japan?

If Jang asks about me,
tell him a little about me and Kim Pungil.

We'll use the information that
my backing comes from Japan as bait.

I understand.

Have you heard of Kim Pungil?

How do you know him?

I've met him.

He's the most successful
of the Korean expatriates.

He got rich running Pachinko arcades.

He has more liquid assets
than anyone else there.

I understand Kim Pungil
is backing Kang Kitae.

You're sure?

You can trust me.

I may not have Kitae's heart,
but business is another matter entirely.

If I were you, I'd avoid a confrontation.

Especially if you're interested
in making money.

Kang Kitae's got talent, yes,
but more than that, he's lucky.

With a destiny like his...

I'd want him on my side.

I understand Kim Pungil
is backing Kang Kitae.

As I mentioned, the production
will be the biggest Korea has ever had.

Do you have a male lead?

Do you know Ahn Songgi?

Ah, yes, I've heard of him. He's in
Lee Jangu's "Happiness in the Wind."

Choi Songwon tells me that he's young,
but quite a talented actor.

What do you think about working
with him?

I don't mind working with a new talent.

Excellent. May I take it then
that you'll work on the project?

Yes, I'm in.

Thank you. I'll be back later
with a contract.

Well?

She's in.

I'm still not sure about this,
but Kitae has his heart set.

You did well.

Why don't you like Lee Jonghye?

I don't want her in his heart again.

That's where I want you.

What? Auntie ...

I'm not interested.

I'm not kidding. I mean it.

If I'm right, Kitae will be the biggest name
in show business and film.

It would be a shame just to be
partners with him.

I don't mean right now,
but think it over.

Yes.

It's me.

What?

We need to talk. Come see me.

I'll be with Director Jeong at Club Mago.

We'll be done around nine,
if you can meet me there.

All right. I'll see you there.

Sir, the director's aide called.
They need you right away.

All right.

Sir, Chaeyong called. Director Jeong is
meeting with Kim Chaeuk at her place.

Kim Chaeuk and General Jeong?

Yes. Cha Suhyok is with them.

What's Kim Chaeuk up
to with the general?

Call Chaeyong and set up a meeting.

Yes, sir.

Weasel...

Frankly, the biggest problem me have
is our lack of in-roads to the opposition.

You're familiar with them
from your days as KCIA director.

I could use your help.

Anything I can do, I'm at your service.

My thought is we should have
2-3 parties in the new regime.

You'll allow opposition parties?

Meddlers like DJ and YS
will have to be restrained.

We'll put in more tractable men,

men who won't get in the way
of running the country.

Pardon me.

What?

Jang Cholhwan wants to see you.

General Jeong and Kim Chaeuk
are meeting?

Yes.

What about?

The Director wants Mr. Kim
to do something.

Something? What?

Something about the opposition leaders.

That's Cha Suhyok's doing.

Let me know if they discuss anything else.

Yes, I will.

If you're a lover, stand up, let's dance

Forget pain, forget sorrow, let's sing

Looking in our eyes, they're full of love

Looking in our hearts, they're full of joy

Forget it all, forget the past, let's dance

It's not Victoria,
but they draw a big crowd.

With development in Kangnam,

it has better prospects than
the Victoria or the Hanyang.

You foresee any troubles running it?

How will you deal with the mob?

The mob? All those bums
are in Samcheong College.

Samcheong just gets
the tip of the iceberg.

The real mobsters bury themselves
deep and come up for air later.

Mr. No.

- Mr. Jin, it's been too long.
- Far too long.

- Mr. Shin.
- Hello again.

We spoke on the phone.
Kang Kitae.

You're younger than I expected.

I wonder if you're up to taking charge.

Not to worry.

He's young, sure,
but he's got a knack for funding.

I hate beating around the bush.

If you don't have the contract
and the purchase price...

it's no deal.

I'll give you 10% over
the asking price in cash.

In exchange, you will deal with your
investor problems before we sign.

Right. I'll get right on it.

Did you see his eyes?

Ten percent is a sweet hundred grand,
no wonder.

Kitae's one smooth operator.

The local mob guys.

Who's Kang Kitae?

I am.

You're taking over the New Seoul?

Thinking ‘bout it.

You talkin' down to the man?

Hang on.

When you're done thinking
and ready to buy, talk with me first.

You may not know it,
but we run things here.

Thanks. See you later.

Let ‘em through.

What now?

Clean them up before we sign.

How? They've got a nasty
reputation around here.

That's my problem, don't worry.

Well, not too lonesome.

Director Jeong was here.
No other guests tonight.

Just as well.

I'll be your drinking buddy,
let's have a few.

Drinking buddy?
Not too lonesome.

Why?

Sounds like you're pushing me away.

Ah, well...

Opportunities galore
but you never try anything.

I'm lonesome, too.

Tonight we'll have to fix that.

I couldn't be there for you.
It's no use.

Ah, it's been a while, Miss Lee.

Wait.

We have a history, you and I.
Let's not be rude.

Times change but you never do.

It's not easy for people to change.
I'll see you soon.

Night.

Come on.

What did he say to you?

Nothing.

The Director ran later than I thought.

- Let's go.
- Somewhere else.

Sorry.

Why?

If I could, I'd scrub away your
memories of Jang Cholhwan.

There's much I would scrub away,
but I can't, and that's the problem.

I wanted to tell you I've agreed
to do Kang Kitae's movie.

Unless I give up acting,
it was bound to happen sooner or later.

Don't worry about him.

I won't.

I won't bring it up again.

I'll trust your judgment.

I appreciate it.

And about our marriage...
I need more time.

There's so much to do with
the upcoming presidential elections.

I'll be too busy.

I see.

Twenty bundles of radishes,
another ten of peppers, by today.

Oh, and that garlic you delivered
was worthless.

I have to say I'm out.

Anyway, bring the good stuff this time.
Right.

More eating, less work.

I'm done, I'm done.

Let's eat.

Out all night, you look awful.

Shall I get you a tonic?

Tonic?

Your Ladyship's breakfast
is tonic enough. Now hush.

Tell me if there's something you want.

You can have some duck
at the restaurant after work.

Dongchol and I will swing by
if we have time.

What we talked about before.

Close the restaurant
and move into a nicer place.

Yeah? We're moving?

Shush. Move if you want.

What's wrong with this place anyway?

Indoor plumbing...

Listen to you.

Outside, chamber pot, poop's poop.
Who needs indoor plumbing?

Other than it reeks, you mean?

Find a better place.

Your job isn't exactly reliable.
How can I give up the restaurant?

I'll keep it until I'm convinced
you've made something of yourself.

Sheesh, so stubborn...

Sundok, loosen her up a bit.
Or we'll never get out of here.

Eat.

Myonghi, leaving early?

I'm meeting some vendors.

What are you doing later?

Nothin'. Why?

Let's have dinner.

D-d-dinner?

You and me?

Why? No?

No..?
Yes, yes, yes, yes!

Where?
Near your work?

Sure. Around seven.

Okay.

- Kitae.
- Have you eaten?

Kitae!

Easy, big boy, you sick or something?

I've discovered the mystery of life.

How so?

Keep digging and someday
you'll hit pay dirt.

Listen to you, first thing in the morning.

Must be the hunger.

I feel full anyway.

- Miss.
- Nana.

- Going to work?
- Yes. Mom hasn't left yet.

I'm not here to see her.
I wanted a word with you.

Do you have a minute?

Me?

What's on your mind?

Suhyok's been acting strangely.

Strangely?

Oh, I don't know where to start.

He's not like the old Suhyok I raised.

I was hoping that if you'd seen him...

you might know what's going on.

I haven't seen him.

And I don't plan to.

I thought you cared for him...

I did.

But...

There's no use going on without hope.

Lee Jonghye will know more
about him than I do.

Ask her.

You mean the actress?

Yes. I understand they're quite close.

Lee Jonghye has signed.

You have a meeting with Choi Songwon.
Just to show your face.

And you?

I'm going to Hong Kong
to meet with Run Run Shaw.

I'll wrap up the male lead
when I get back.

I appreciate all your work.

Not at all.
I'm learning a lot.

Oh...
May I ask you something?

Sure.

Will you be okay working with Miss Lee?

Ah, my aunt said you two have a history.

Won't that make working
together difficult?

Not that I can see.
Forget it.

You still care for her?

Would you like me
to say something to her?

No. Absolutely not.
Forget it.

I hope this movie helps you two.

I'm off to Hong Kong.

What's between you and Kitae?

There's something,
picking out his suits and all.

It's just suits, that's the problem.

Oh, come on.

- Wait, unrequited love?
- Chaeyong.

- Been to the market?
- Yes.

I wanted to ask you a favor.

What?

Size, age and preference.

And no scrimping.
Only the best.

Who is it?

The wife of an important man.

Not...

I can't say.
I'm counting on you, Myonghi.

Okay.

Do you know who it is?

She's given you a once-in-a-lifetime
opportunity. Good luck.

Yes. Seven o'clock for two.
Right.

Room reservations, please.

Right, right.

- Hey.
- Reservations?

I've got to leave early today.
I've got to be somewhere.

Where?

I've got a date.

A date? With who?

Never you mind.

It's too early for that.

C'mon, scream it from the rooftops.

Scream is right.
I sure do feel like it.

Huh? Gyesun.

What brings you here?

Mr. Shin.

What is it, sweetie?

Subong hasn't been home for three days.

Is something wrong?

Subong played the Victoria last night?

Yeah.

Why didn't he go home then?

Is he fooling around?

Huh?

Hold on.

It's Shin Jonggu.
Have you seen Subong?

Where?

Got it.

You, um, wait in the Victoria
green room, all right?

Mm-hm.

I give you to...heh-heh...
all that I am...hee-hee-hee...

- That rat bast--
- Calm down.

What for exactly?

If I had my way, we'd grab all
the players and string ‘em up.

Mr. Shin.

Heh-heh.

"Heh-heh," huh? "Heh-heh?"

Mr. Shin.

What are you up to, huh?

Hold on, who are you to hit my Subong?

What? "My Subong?"

You're Gyesun's Subong,
not this chicky's Subong.

- Well?
- Mr. Shin, Mr. Shin...

Spit it out, just like Sunae...!

Sir, sir! Stop!

Lech. Not going home, carrying on,
what kind of man are you?

My point exactly.

He should be strung up in the
Gwanghwa Intersection and stoned.

Subong!

Subong...

What happened to you?

Who did this?

I had to, um, wake him up a little.

Get up.
What are you doing here?

Gyesun.

This guy was cheating, see?

I had to straighten him out.

You're too much.

It's not a capital offense. How can you
mess up a performer's face like this?

C'mon, Subong.

Ugh. What did I do?

Subong must have some kind of mojo.

Mojo?

More than you got.
He's got the moves.

That's why you lost Sunae.

You asking for it?

- Am I wrong?
- Pssh.

Any actors you like?

Me, oh, Steve McQueen, I suppose.

Ah, Papillon.
Steve McQueen was killer.

Alone, desperate, defiant.

Modern actors don't have that anymore.

Oh, come in, Jonghye.

We were just discussing actors.

I understand he has
Ahn Songgi in mind?

He's awfully young.
Not up to your standard.

I'd like to work with a new face.

Ah-ha, adventurous, huh?

Mr. Kang, any thoughts?

None at all, as long as
you two are happy.

What's the shooting schedule?

We'll start after Tale of Sukhyang opens.

You're really premiering Sukhyang
at the Sunyang Theater?

Yes.

Been a long time since
we've been to Sunyang.

Lee Dahye is on the phone.

Oh, right.
Excuse me a moment.

Im Miyon will be in charge after this.

You won't have to worry
about bumping into me.

I'm not worried, so don't you be.

Whatever we had in the past
isn't worth worrying about.

If seeing you were a problem,
I wouldn't have taken this project.

I'm glad you see it that way.

As I said before,
I wish you only the best.

I want to be there for you
if things get tough.

Tale of Sukhyang, this movie as well,
if I can help, I will.

And...

I hope you meet someone
and find happiness.

Me, you, too.

Love isn't for me.
I've given up on love.

- Kang Kitae?
- Still inside.

- Everything ready?
- Yes, sir.

Kitae, watch out!

No!

No..!

No, no!

Jonghye! Jonghye,
Jonghye, you all right?

Jonghye! Wake up!

Jonghye!

Jonghye!

Jonghye?

They treated her.
She just dozed off.

What have you done?
What have you done to Jonghye?

What are you doing here?

What am I doing?

You really don't know?

You don't know about Jonghye and me?

The four years you were gone,
Jonghye was mine.

We're getting married.

Satisfied?

So stay away, got it?

How did it happen?
Suhyok and Jonghye, I mean.

Um...well...

Go on.

When you escaped from prison
the military made things hard on her.

Threatening your life and what-have-you.

So she went to Cha Suhyok
and begged for your life.

He said he would, on the condition
that she forget you and be with him.

He led her to believe he saved your life.

The past 4 years,

their relationship has been more
like business than anything else.

Is she really marrying him?

I really couldn't say.

All I know is she brought up marriage
when you were in Samcheong College.

It looked to me like
she was protecting you.