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[The Midnight Romance in Hagwon]

[Jung Ryeo Won]

[Wi Ha Joon]

[The Midnight Romance in Hagwon]

No matter how much I think about it, there's no way you didn't know...

that Lee Joon Ho's first love was...

Seo Hye Jin.

♫ Not everything is passing ♫

What are you talking about?

And...

I can no longer just disregard it as first love.

♫ Real love is lasting ♫

My heart keeps spilling out because it keeps growing.

♫ I knew it then ♫

♫ For once in my life, ♫

♫ I think I'm finally going to make it right ♫

♫ Years ago, I let you pass me by ♫

♫ But now's our time ♫

♫ You walked in my door ♫

♫ And the love I had for you before ♫

♫ Came shining through just like a star above the cloud ♫

♫ I knew it then ♫

♫ I know it now ♫

Cold...

You'll catch a cold.

- I don't care. - No, I care.

Throat... Your throat is so important.

I think you misunderstood what I said.

I said I don't want to go back because...

I was opposed to you joining the academy,

but you were adjusting better than I thought.

So I wanted to influence... influence you positively-

Ms. Seo,

I think you're the one who misunderstood.

What?

I just confessed my love.

D-Dry your clothes first.

The lecture is coming up. If you catch a cold... I beg you.

Dry your clothes first.

If you need time to think...

- H-Hand me my bag. - Okay.

Team Leader never came.

She got trapped, you know.

I can't get a driver.

Maybe something happened.

No way. Mr. Lee is there. It should be fine.

Should we drink the imported liquor in the director's office?

Well, what do you call it?

He has the single whatever there. [Hye Jin]

Let's go. Let's head over.

We could just drink a tiny bit. [Episode 7]

I'm sorry I'm leaving.

Don't worry, and get going.

- I'm sorry. - Get home safely. Bye.

No, no. Don't be like that.

I'll take a detour and drop you off.

- Hold on. - No, no.

I'm sorry. We need to go now.

It's okay. Get going.

- I'm sorry. - No worries.

The taxi fare is so expensive. I'd have to be crazy.

No matter how much I think about it, there's no way you didn't know...

that Lee Joon Ho's first love was...

Seo Hye Jin.

I'm crazy.

What are you doing here?

M-Ms. Nam, what are you doing here at this hour?

How about you? I thought you were meeting the Director...

- Is this- - No, no.

It's mine.

It's mine.

Gosh, you scared me.

I exploded on the Director regarding the Chanyeong class.

He got emotional because I demanded an apology.

He jumped into the water, refusing to apologize?

No, no. It's not that.

He just missed a footing.

They've been having a beef over the Chanyeong High class.

I was just going to observe on the side,

but the Director held onto me as he lost his footing.

It sounds right, but also not quite.

Ask Director. He'll tell you the exact same thing.

Why would I ask about something like that?

I'll just believe you.

It's not like I saw anything improper.

Even so, others' romance is none of my business, either.

No. What do you mean, romance? It's not like that.

I said I believe you.

By the way, why are you here at this hour? It's very late.

Oh, me? I couldn't get a taxi.

That was a lie.

I came to wait for the first bus so I didn't spend money on a taxi.

The sofa in the director's office looked nice.

Come to my place if you don't mind.

To your place?

I was going to call a taxi, anyway.

I can't just let you sleep here.

It's okay.

I'll just wait until the buses start running.

But I'd feel bad.

How about your family?

I live alone.

Won't I be inconveniencing you?

No, not at all.

I'll actually inconvenience you then.

You won't be inconveniencing me.

I'll grab my toothpaste and stuff, then.

Okay.

You should get dressed, too. Your clothes are all dry.

What?

We're not done talking yet.

- I explained it to you wrong. - What are you talking about?

By the way...

- Yes? - Why are you so surprised?

No, what is it?

Have you two been alone at the academy before, by chance?

Why do you suddenly ask that?

I feel like this happened once before.

Yes, when we were preparing for the joint lecture.

I'll go get my stuff.

Get home safely.

I'll call you.

Geez. Cold...

So cold.

We should've stopped by a convenience store. I have nothing to offer you.

I said it's okay.

Water is enough.

Right. I have beer and coffee.

Of course, I'll take beer.

Your place is so nice.

The suffering starts now.

It's cold in winter because it's an old building.

The pipes are old, apparently.

All this needs to be ripped out at some point.

But I'm staying cold since I don't have time to fix it.

I still live in a studio. I've been saving a lot of money

so I move into an apartment building one day.

Choose a new building instead of an old one like this.

Of course.

I may not look like it, but I started a time deposit account when I was 20.

I think my phone broke when I fell in the water.

I'll be in touch tomorrow.

I won't wait for your response since I know it's hard to respond now.

I wish we got to talk a bit longer,

but we have a lot of time.

I don't care if you go to Choiseon Korean or the moon anymore.

Good night.

I hate secrets,

but I won't tell anyone what I saw today.

I think I should, for some reason.

Thank you, Ms. Nam.

I hope you talk less formally.

Thanks.

Instead, don't tell anyone I went back to the academy instead of getting a taxi.

It'd make me look pathetic.

I won't tell anyone.

Okay.

I'll go to sleep now.

Okay.

[Mr. Lee Joon Ho]

Lee Joon Ho.

Lee Joon Ho is a teacher.

Yes, Assistant Director.

Hi. I hope I didn't call you too early.

Well, the thing is...

did you meet the Director last night?

Really? What time was that?

No, it's nothing serious.

He has much to sign off on today but skipped the support team meeting.

We can't get a hold of him, either.

911.

911.

911...

No.

- Team Leader. - You came early.

I'm sorry. I didn't want to go alone since the Director lives alone.

No, you did the right thing.

You did. Let's go.

Director, this is Team Leader Yoon.

Director, this is Team Leader Yoon. Are you in there?

Director!

Director!

Coming.

Are you in there?

Gosh, I made it.

Hey, come on in.

Hold on a second. I'll let you in soon.

It's me, Ms. Seo. You haven't left for work yet, right?

I'll meet you over there.

Let's have lunch together and go to work-

Pardon?

I'm out now. I'm busy.

- Come on in. - Yes, I'll call you back.

Yes, Assistant Director.

Yes, it looks like he's very sick.

No, with Team Leader Yoon.

Yes, at the housewarming party.

Yes. We'll see how he does and take him to the hospital or something.

Can you go out to take a taxi?

No.

- Should I call an ambulance? - No.

Geez.

Where's the emergency kit?

Study...

Pardon? Gosh. Whoa.

Whoa, the alcohol smell.

Is this a fever or hangover?

Both.

Okay, then. Bye.

Is he not feeling well?

Yes.

I'll get them approved later.

Process the documents that need to be sent out today.

Okay.

Bring me Ms. Seo's contract, too.

What are you doing?

Okay, I will.

I contacted all the mothers who came to the Chanyeong orientation.

They were very impressed with your leadership and lecturing skills.

Just tell me.

A lot of them said they didn't want to change the class schedule.

Daechi Chase got us big time.

A good number of them said they'd enroll for the class,

but it's not quite enough for you to start a class.

Which of these students has the best grade?

W-Well, her name is Byeon Ah Jeong.

She got Grade 2 in the mock test in March.

She got Grade 4 in the previous midterm.

She tends to do worse on school exams.

Have you heard back regarding the contract yet?

She can't say no.

The conditions are perfect.

You live alone, yet you don't have any emergency medicine. What's the deal?

You're bothering the poor Team Leader Yoon instead.

I'm sorry.

You shouldn't apologize to me.

It's not that.

I'm apologizing sincerely.

What I didn't get to last night.

Don't worry about that.

I was so sick late last night.

I thought I was actually dying.

As I thought I was dying,

I was worried about these three things.

You need to ask me what they are.

What are they?

The first thing was the script.

I put it in the drawer because it sucked,

but I need to burn it before I die so no one sees it.

The second thing was...

my parents who love to worry about their single son.

And the last thing was you.

Am I allowed to be on that list?

I know you were very disappointed in me.

You said I didn't just cancel the Chanyeong class but broke our trust.

That really broke my heart.

Even if you...

looked for another job because of what happened,

I'll accept it.

Although I'd be thankful if you don't.

How shameless, right?

Drink this.

What's wrong with you?

We need to check other students' notes, too.

Okay.

I saw this type of question in the Heewon High exam book. I'll make a copy.

Okay.

[Print]

[Printing]

Ms. Seo, when will you be here?

Oh, right. I got a job offer from Choiseon Korean.

What did you say? I couldn't hear well because of the sound of the water.

Choiseon Korean asked me to join them.

So, I basically decided to.

The problem is that my contract says

I can't get a job nearby for a year.

But Choiseon Korean said they'd take care of that, too.

Well, hold on.

Hot.

It's okay. It's okay.

Thank you.

That's great.

The academy will be seriously affected

and he'd be shocked, too,

but it's good for your career.

You've been loyal enough, too.

I knew it.

I knew you'd say that, Team Leader Yoon.

Will you quit after the finals, then?

Probably?

We'll still hang out even after you quit, right?

Of course.

Congratulations.

Mr. Lee, there you were.

Yes.

I'm sorry. This would take a while.

I can just wait.

Why didn't you come back last night?

During the team dinner.

Oh, something had come up after.

I'm disappointed that you always leave like that.

Can't believe I disappointed my senior.

I made a mistake as your junior.

Why don't you buy me a meal, then?

Pardon?

What? Is there a reason why you can't eat with me?

Do you have a girlfriend or...

There is someone I like.

She's not my girlfriend yet.

So...

This is done.

Does your fling not like you eating out with your colleague?

She probably doesn't care.

Buy me a meal, then.

Fling?

Fling?

By the way, Joon Ho will be disappointed.

He likes you a lot.

You two got the Heewon High class together, too.

I don't care if you go to Choiseon Korean or the moon anymore.

He doesn't care, apparently.

Did you tell him already?

He had to know first.

Because Heewon High is at stake.

You're right. Heewon High is at stake.

- Sorry, we're late. - Hello.

Hello.

Is the Director very sick?

Yes, kind of. How did you know, by the way?

If Team Leader Choi knows, the entire world knows.

Should we have a meeting in 10 minutes since our entire team is here?

Okay.

Breaking news.

It better be something serious.

Seo Hye Jin...

might end up quitting.

What?

The Assistant Director told me to bring her contract.

Are you sure?

The Director is sick, and the Assistant Director is totally down.

It's not for certain, but isn't it so suspicious?

No, it can't be.

What if she's actually quitting?

Think about how much profit she brings in a month.

And think about the sales from other teachers who are scheduled around her classes.

The academy might go out of business.

You're crazy.

Should I try feeling Min Ji out?

To see if she noticed anything strange?

Why would she let Min Ji know?

She's no one else but Seo Hye Jin.

Be strict with the attendance.

Minimize supplementary classes so you get less tired during the special lecture period.

And I'll check your work log for now.

I've been letting you manage yourself,

but I think I should review them to help the new teachers.

Attendance rate, homework quality, individual progress,

test results, and parents' counseling notes.

Write everything down thoroughly and report back to me every day.

I'll assume you understood.

- Okay. - Shall we get up?

Mr. Lee, let's talk for a moment.

What are the odds that a fling grows into a relationship?

How can you quantify that?

Based on your personal experience.

Personal experience?

Probably 0%.

We don't have time to date. We don't get weekends off, either.

Right?

Why did you come in so late? I've been waiting for you.

I waited to see the Director take the medicine and fall asleep.

A drunk child.

Joon Ho.

Yes.

I'll join Choiseon Korean.

I said I don't care.

The academy will be in chaos for a while.

A lot of students will leave, too.

People would talk behind my back since other teachers would be affected by it.

Jealousy, envy, gossip, and rumors are the fuel that runs this neighborhood.

Students, parents, directors, and teachers live off that, too.

Ignore everything you hear.

I don't think I can do that.

And we'll go back to how we were.

Only on the outside?

On the inside, too.

Why do we have to? We already-

Just focus on your goal.

You can't achieve everything you want by going on about first love.

Didn't you hear everything I said?

I really meant what I said-

I can help you only until the end of this semester.

You need to learn as much as you can from me during that time.

Are you playing hard to get or something?

- Stop joking around. - I think you're the one joking around.

You said you'd get famous and achieve something bigger.

Don't get distracted and focus.

You being like this is way more distracting.

I mean, instead of thinking, "What's wrong with her? I thought we had a connection,"

I'd rather solve another question.

Keep your voice down.

Keeping your personal life clean is important, too.

What exactly...

What exactly isn't clean about us?

Are you so old-fashioned that our age difference bothers you? The teacher and pupil thing?

Do you think these things can be obstacles?

Old-fashioned?

I'm done talking.

I'm not done yet.

There you were, Mr. Lee.

A student is here to see you. The Heewon High student.

- I think you should come out. - Okay.

You can go.

Mr. Lee is over there.

Shi Woo, good to see you.

What are you doing here? The class starts next week.

Here's what you requested.

Oh, the notes?

You didn't have to give it to me now.

You should study in advance, too.

You're really something.

Look who's here.

- Hello, I'm Lee Shi Woo. - I know.

I was disappointed I missed you last time at the consultation.

Were you?

Yes.

That was my favorite Korean lecture I've ever attended.

I think I'll remember it for a long time.

What an honor.

You won't be able to keep teaching the same way, but...

Since you were...

humiliated by the whole universe that day.

That's true.

But I'd like to attend a lecture like that again.

I need you to copy that notebook and give it back to me.

I need to go to the math academy.

- Let's head over there. - Okay.

I'll see you in class.

Okay, see you next week.

Why didn't you tell me the same thing?

We're both men...

Wow.

I totally forgot.

The camera is the ideal world,

and boots are the reality.

Team Leader, aren't you going to your class?

Meet me after class. I'll be waiting.

Let's stop for the day. I have no energy to argue with you.

That's good. We don't have to argue.

Forget about all the old-fashioned concepts

and tell me how you really feel.

I'll accept it without arguing, then.

How come you don't listen?

Were you always like this?

- Ms. Seo. - Ms. Seo?

I'm coming.

Sorry.

Let's go.

I wish all lecturers in Daechi-dong were like you.

Pardon?

I'd be able to beat all of them, then.

Come on.

The classes start next week, but you don't seem concerned.

You're wrong.

That's a relief, then.

If everyone were like our team leader, it'd be hopeless.

I don't think she slept well last night, either.

Does she take mountain ginseng or something?

Her fridge was completely empty.

Thank you.

- Thank you. - Bye.

What's wrong, Ms. Seo?

I have a headache.

I'm sorry. Should I get you some medicine?

No, no. Let's go up.

Thank you, as usual, Min Ji.

Sure. Good job today.

Thanks.

Let me do it.

- Don't erase this. - Okay.

I'll go now.

Ms. Seo.

What? You haven't left?

As you can see.

I'm sorry, I really have no energy to fight you tonight.

Use me as your driver.

I won't say anything. I'll just drive quietly.

Give me the key.

Does your head hurt?

You said you wouldn't say anything.

Where are we going?

You're sick. I can't let you go home alone.

I'll stay with you until you feel better.

By the way, why does your head hurt?

I'll get you some medicine.

It's okay. I'm fine.

But still. I'll be right back.

It's because I've been hit.

What do you mean by that?

Well, w-who... At the academy?

No, by Shi Woo.

Pardon?

Ms. Seo.

"That was my favorite Korean lecture I've ever attended.

I think I'll remember it for a long time."

It hurt like my head was splitting in half when I heard that.

That lecture didn't belong to us. It belonged to Shi Woo.

I didn't think of that.

I lured a 16-year-old in, and...

I was talking about the salary and the assistant director position.

Thinking about that makes me feel so embarrassed and pathetic.

I wanted to die.

You're right.

Geez.

Let's get some fresh air.

I want to hear more about Shi Woo.

It's cold outside.

I need to wake up a bit.

Choiseon Korean gave him a full scholarship?

He was most curious about the scholarship program, too.

He gave up on that and chose you and me.

Director Choi called him in, and they talked about it, too.

It sounded like he explained well why he was switching academies.

I'm going crazy.

We should be giving him everything he wants.

I know.

He can't go back to Choiseon Korean, either.

He can't.

I can't go, either, then.

I don't think that's wise.

I begged you not to leave at first, too,

but you know that was for a personal reason.

I can teach him well on my own.

I'm working hard to prepare for it, so...

you should seize your opportunity.

You said it was a once-in-a-lifetime offer.

You...

are acting so cheeky.

- Pardon? - Imagine how hard I'd work once I joined them.

You think you could afford to worry about Heewon High?

I'll be taking all the Chanyeong High students with me.

And the academy would try their best to defend themselves.

You didn't have to warn me like that.

No matter how much I like money,

I can't do that to Shi Woo.

I think he liked my lecture more than yours, too.

Come on.

I want to be responsible for him until he graduates.

Teaching a bright kid is more amazing than you think.

You're making me look so bad.

♫ Open to page 64, we'll study what came before ♫

If you switch gears like this,

I can no longer say, "I like you.

Think of me as a man.

Please go out with me."

I can't say stuff like that. I'd look so bad.

Let's get going now.

But keep it in mind...

that I like you.

Even when the most popular girl at school liked me,

all I could see was Seo Hye Jin.

So, just don't push me away.

When I didn't have a drop of alcohol,

and when I didn't fall into the water,

I definitely made it clear.

How could you...

say stuff like that without feeling embarrassed?

Because I've been practicing since I was Shi Woo's age.

♫ 'Cause you got the world in the palm of your fist ♫

♫ You could move mountain tops with a slide of your wrist ♫

♫ Oh, the greatness I foresee ♫

♫ Just don't forget about me ♫

Do you need to pick up something?

Wait here just one moment.

♫ I know that it seems far away ♫

♫ One last year 'til we graduate ♫

♫ They say life holds many truths ♫

♫ And I'll never forget you ♫

♫ So far as I can gather to guess ♫

♫ My heart's an open book, I profess ♫

♫ In the face of destiny ♫

♫ Don't forget about me ♫

What's all this?

I heard your fridge is completely empty.

According to Ms. Nam's intel.

Seriously.

By the way, do you go to this store often?

- Yes. - That's great.

I'm moving to the floor above it.

- Why? - I signed the contract.

I do most things I set my mind to. You know, right?

♫ You got the wit, and you got the drive ♫

♫ You hold the whole world between your eyes ♫

♫ Oh, it's so easy to see ♫

♫ Open the page 64, we'll read about what's in store ♫

♫ Books are binding, but there's so much more ♫

♫ These little school is mundane, but I can proudly proclaim ♫

♫ History will one day know your name ♫

["The Adolescent"]

Since the fall leaves are at their peak,

Mt. Seorak has had hikers since this morning.

Reporter Im Hye Jin captured the scene for us.

The fall leaves are boasting colors through the soaring mountain peaks.

Good morning.

Good morning, Mom.

What are you doing today?

I have work.

Let's go hiking after the meal.

You sent your three sons to elite schools in Gangnam,

but this is where you're at now.

What?

Don't you remember I was busiest on the weekend when I was a student?

Lee Joon Ho, do your filial duty toward me.

I sent all of you to college.

I made money.

Anyway, I'll be the busiest on weekends from now on.

Oh, also...

I'm moving out next month.

Already?

Mom, put the knife down and talk to me.

Are you really moving out?

Where are you moving to?

This neighborhood is too expensive. I found a place somewhere further.

But commuting from here would be easier.

I'll write down the address for you. Stop by once I tidy the place up.

Although he's running out of breath due to the constant uphill,

nothing's more precious than his time with his family.

Lately, I've been...

Seo Hye Jin.

What's going on with this vibe?

What's the problem?

No, it's nothing.

I thought you looked different than usual.

I got you a honey drink since you're hungover.

Drink it.

Thank you.

- Aren't you glad? - I am.

I want to drink and hang out with you, too.

How could you say that right now?

We can't make plans because you're always busy.

Go ahead and tell me.

You need to go back to work soon.

Here you go.

What's this?

It's a token of appreciation.

Thank you for checking the contract for me, Attorney.

Give me money instead.

I bought clothes to tag along when you sign the contract.

I don't appreciate how you're always so formal.

It's because I feel bad.

I decided not to join Choiseon Korean.

Huh?

What's the reason?

There's a student I want to teach.

I've never heard that before.

You're turning down an excellent offer like that because of a student?

As an academy lecturer?

I just made a human decision.

Isn't it human to follow money?

A teacher-like decision, then?

That's too grandiose.

Let's just call it a sentimental decision.

Is that all there is?

Huh?

You said you couldn't bring yourself to leave before.

That has nothing to do with this?

Yeah, nothing.

Okay.

You know I'm on standby 24-7, right?

Call me anytime if you need to talk.

Okay.

[Daechi Choiseon Korean]

I didn't think you'd come by during the peak hour.

I figured it didn't matter if I had a clear conscience.

Both you and I need to start the day.

So, I'll just keep it brief and leave.

First of all, thank you for the generous offer.

I don't want to brag, but I worked hard on it.

I could tell.

It was the best offer I've gotten...

and the content was clear, too. I admire you for that.

It made me realize I have a lot to learn from you.

I wanted to tell you that my decision has nothing to do with the contract terms.

I'll stay at my current workplace.

[Daechi Choiseon Korean]

I'm sorry.

Ms. Seo.

It's funny to see you here.

What brings you here?

How about you?

I was visiting a teacher I know. How about you?

I came by to return the textbooks.

I got a text that the scholarship included the textbook fees.

Do you want me to wait for you?

But why?

I was thinking of buying you something to drink.

I need to go straight to the English academy.

Oh, right. Yes.

See you next week, then.

Go ahead.

Thank you.

What made you call this morning, Mr. Lee?

Huh? What's going on?

Are you happy that I called you?

Where are you?

♫ Days go by ♫

♫ Life is short ♫

♫ Something I know now even more ♫

♫ But I'm still here ♫

You should've stayed there.

♫ Waiting for the time when I can hold you again ♫

Why are you in a good mood?

Why did you want to see me?

Ms. Oh Jeong Hwa made me kimbap.

So, I thought I'd share it with you before work.

I want to head over to the academy.

Why?

Because I want to study.

Pardon?

I met Shi Woo.

I just ran into him.

I would've felt so embarrassed and guilty if I switched academies.

Just thinking about it gives me the chills.

I thought I made a great decision.

You were so proud of yourself, weren't you?

I'm basically stoked right now.

Stoked?

Since when did you talk like that?

You were right.

I haven't liked myself...

this much in a long time.

♫ Wherever you are ♫

♫ No matter what happens ♫

♫ I'll always want to be ♫

♫ Together with you ♫

♫ Where I want to be, right by your side ♫

♫ Together with you ♫

♫ For all of my life ♫

[The Midnight Romance in Hagwon]

For some reason, I didn't want to go back to the empty house.

Do you feel lonely, too?

Shouldn't you just keep her company?

You saw through my lies, didn't you?

They're dating? Those are age-old feelings.

It's your sister-in-law, you bastard.

This is a secret. I can't create the schedule if people find out about us.

This can't be your first time being betrayed.

Are you telling me to eat the crumbs right now?

How could you not like Joon Ho?

I've completely run out of patience.