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ANNA

But you skipped breakfast too.

I'm not hungry.

Yu-mi, if you don't eat,

it'll upset the farmers who worked so hard

all year long.

No, Dad. They won't care as long as they can sell their crops.

They wouldn't know if I ate or not.

BAEKMA TAILOR'S

It must be the soldiers we talked about yesterday.

Yes.

Hi, Yu-mi.

I'm the one who called yesterday.

I see.

This is Colonel Phillips and his wife.

I see.

Please sit here.

You can measure him first.

I'm Lee Yu-mi. I'm six years old.

Yu-mi, she's asking if you know how to play the piano.

Sang-ho, it's too expensive for a used piano.

These people have no conscience.

It's okay.

They looked after Yu-mi for two years, and that takes effort too.

They only did that because they were childless and bored.

You already gave them so many suits for free.

I told you, it's okay.

Gosh.

I'm worried about Yu-mi.

There are so many things she wants to try,

and she wants to eat a lot of things too.

What's wrong with that?

We can't afford it.

Don't worry, she can take care of herself.

Hi.

-Yu-mi. -Yes?

Is this really your last week?

-Yes. -Why?

Didn't you want to go to an arts high school?

You're good at it. You should keep doing it.

I did ballet

just as a hobby.

But if you stop now,

it'll mean the rumors are true.

Who says?

What rumors?

Bo-ra saw

your parents' tailor shop at the market and said you're poor.

What else?

That your mom...

I think she's spreading rumors.

Tell me exactly what you heard.

That your mom is mute.

Really?

I'll really quit after two more months.

Just until the fall competition, Dad.

It won't cost a lot to compete.

Just this once. Please?

I know that too.

But it's expensive to prepare your costume and choreography.

I won't get makeup done, and I'll borrow a costume.

It'll be the last time.

I really mean it. Dad, please.

Please let me compete just once, Dad.

Just this once. Just this once.

Please.

Just once. Just this once.

Mom.

THE SEVENTH AUTUMN BALLET COMPETITION

Number 21 from the junior high youth group.

14-year-old Jung Bo-ra. The Nutcracker.

Mom, wait.

Number 27 from the junior high youth group.

14-year-old Lee Yu-mi. Esmeralda.

-Let's hurry up and leave. -Wait.

Come on.

I can't find my wallet. Wait.

Mom, can you hold this?

I'll make sure you're transferred within a year.

What are you saying? You're so full of it.

Mom.

-Woo-hee. -Yes?

-You shouldn't give up. -Okay.

There's still a lot of time.

-Let's try to improve your score. -Okay.

Okay, you can go.

Thank you.

Sit down, Yu-mi.

I think

you could get admitted to this school even as a humanities major.

We have five months until the university entrance exams.

Arts?

But as an arts major...

I'm a little concerned since you started arts late.

That's why I work hard at my art academy.

Okay.

I'll put my trust in you.

Yu-mi, your average is really good right now.

You're missing the extra classes,

but you can't let your marks drop if you want to be an arts major.

-You know that, right? -Yes.

Hi.

Okay, you can go.

My daughter received the top score at her school.

That's why.

-Wow, the top score? -Yes.

What grade is she in?

Her last year of high school.

When she was this small,

I made her coats and skirts myself.

I run a tailor's down at that market.

This is popular among kids these days.

Yes.

By the way, how much is that?

-The price? -Yes.

We'll come back next time.

-Dad, let's go. -What's wrong? Don't you like them?

-You said everyone wears them. -Let's go.

Should we check somewhere else?

I thought about it,

and I'm the happiest about my top score. That's good enough for me.

No, let's still go and--

Dad, can you buy me a pork cutlet?

I'll go to the academy after that. Come on.

Okay, let's go eat some pork cutlet.

I'm hungry.

Let's hurry and eat some pork cutlet.

Yu-mi.

Must you go to an art college?

Why do you want to paint?

Sir, please.

How many times must I tell you?

Art is beautiful.

I like beautiful things.

No. No. That's vanity.

Look at this painting.

It's not beautiful at all.

I'm asking because I'm anxious. It's about getting accepted to a college.

Your marks are good. You should do what you're good at.

Sir.

I always do everything I put my mind to.

It has always been like that.

ÉTRANGERE ATELIER

How was class?

Good.

The teacher's so annoying.

Really? Why is he always scolding you?

-I don't know. -What?

-I don't know. -You don't know?

Finish it by next week, all right?

-Okay. -Okay.

There's always someone who's late.

I'll see if you keep your promise.

MEET ME IN THE STORAGE AT LUNCH

Don't complain. Class president.

Attention.

Bow to our teacher.

-Thank you. -Good work.

Hey, Yu-mi!

-Where did she go? -I don't know. She rushed off.

Maybe she has to go really badly.

-Wow! Sweet and sour pork? -You're here.

-Doesn't it look great? -This is the best!

Do you like sweet and sour pork?

I love it.

Have your fill.

Don't rush, eat it slowly.

You should go in.

-Call me when you get home. -Okay.

See you tomorrow.

Bye.

Bye.

Hurry up and go home.

Mom, I'm home.

Since when?

It's been three months.

Why didn't you tell us?

And you've been getting top scores while dating?

-You're right. -She's got it all.

You're so lucky.

Is it Son Jae-hyuk from Hongil High?

He was always pestering you.

-You're right. -It must be him.

-Is he handsome? -I heard he is.

I want to see him.

It's hard to say who for now.

What is that?

It's pure love.

Hey, Yu-mi.

Ms. Jung wants to see you.

I'm so jealous. It's been three months already.

Did you ask for me?

Yu-mi.

You must answer honestly to what I ask.

Have you been dating your music teacher?

Several people saw you,

and he also confessed.

It's common for students to like their teachers.

But the fact that there was a physical relationship...

That could be a problem.

What do you mean?

Hey, Yu-mi.

Do you think you can get away with it because your grades are good

despite your financial problems and we've been nice to you?

Sir.

Talking to Yu-mi alone won't help.

We need to bring her parents in--

Her parents?

Do they have any connections?

Mr. Kim.

There was an external report to the police.

We can't solve it on our own.

We need to sort it out before the school board and police come.

Sir, I'm so sorry.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.

What a thing to do at your first teaching job.

I was only being nice to her.

She approached me first.

I should have declined. I'm sorry.

I'm sorry. I'm sorry.

I'm sorry.

What do you mean, approach?

It wasn't like that.

Why are you lying?

Hey, watch it.

Be quiet.

Don't be cheeky when the adults are talking.

I'm sorry, Ms. Jung. I'm sorry, Sir.

Attention.

Bow to our teacher.

-Thank you. -Thank you.

Hey, is it true?

Why would you ask her that?

We have to confirm.

Still, don't ask things like that.

My sweet baby, eat well and don't get sick.

Take care of yourself.

What about that jerk?

Why didn't he get fired? Why only a suspension?

Why must I run away this early in the morning?

Sir, what you told us was different.

Our school does not accept kids who were forced to transfer.

I beg you.

There are only four months before the entrance exam.

It's a sensitive time for everyone.

If she causes any trouble...

No, no. That won't happen.

She's a good student.

She got second place on the mock test last month,

and she got the top score on her midterms.

Okay, Sir. Please sit down.

Okay.

-Just a moment. -Okay.

Hello.

Are you Ms. Jung Ha-na at Hongjae Girls' High School?

Hello. I'm calling from Seowon Girls' High School

where Lee Yu-mi transferred to.

We noticed after she transferred

that she was marked as a special student.

Can you share what happened?

Yes. Yes.

Okay.

Yes. Her scores are great, but...

Okay, then. Ms. Jung, I'll try talking to Yu-mi.

Yes, take care.

Bye.

Come here.

What's your average?

A.

What was your standing for the mock test?

I was in the top five percent.

Yu-mi, there are only four months.

Don't try to make any friends and just focus on studying.

Understand?

Okay.

Sir, we need to talk.

-Okay. -Shall we go over there?

Your plan was to go to a university here anyway.

You just came to Seoul a little earlier than planned.

Your new homeroom teacher looked nice. Don't you agree?

It'll be exam season soon. Hang in there.

It wasn't like

what people were talking about.

I know.

Buy yourself a uniform and other stuff you need with this.

A student told me the food at this boarding house is good.

I'll take care of it. Hurry up and go home.

Don't cry too much. It can make you ill.

I'll get going.

-Are you heading out? -Yes.

My daughter has never been to Seoul,

so please take good care of her.

Please don't worry.

By the way, where are you from?

-We're from Hongcheon. -You came from so far away.

Yes. After her exams,

she'll try to go to a university here. She moved to Seoul in advance.

Sorry we only had the big room vacant.

You must be a bit pressured.

No, not at all. Thank you.

No problem.

-Bye now. -Bye.

Dad!

I'm sorry.

Call me.

Can you lower the volume?

Mom.

Is that you, Mom?

Don't you miss me?

I wish I could hear your voice.

Time's up.

Stop marking and put your pens down.

Hands on your heads.

The last row will collect the answer sheets.

The first row will collect the questions.

Let me repeat myself. The last exam was super easy.

All of you got high marks, so don't be so proud.

You need to subtract 30 points from your score

to get your usual score.

That's too much.

Jung Hye-min. Jung Hye-min, come out.

Choi Yeon-ji.

Lee Yu-mi.

Kim Jung-mi.

Song Min-ji.

Jung Se-young.

Jang Moon-ju.

I'm sorry to inform you that you have not been accepted.

Examinee number 421723.

I'm sorry to inform you that you have not been accepted.

Yu-mi, you have a call from Hongcheon.

Hey, Dad.

Why don't you ever call?

Your mom's worried.

I got a part-time job since it's the break. I was busy.

People wear ready-made clothes these days,

so I'm losing my regulars.

How's Mom?

How is she doing?

Well...

We went to the hospital yesterday.

They say she's in her early stage of dementia.

What?

Yes. Dementia.

Will you come over one of these weekends?

I'm sorry.

It's okay.

You don't have to come if you don't want to see people.

And...

By the way,

they didn't make the admission announcement yet, right?

I got admitted.

You did?

Well done, Yu-mi.

Everyone asked, but we were worried since you haven't called.

Honey!

Yu-mi says she made it!

Why didn't you call right away?

It's not that big of a deal.

What are you saying?

You did well.

I'll call you back later.

Congratulations, Yu-mi.

You're always so quiet, so I didn't know.

Tell me if there's anything you want to eat. I'll make it.

Gosh, it's cold.

Dad. Dad, over here.

Yu-mi!

The entrance ceremony ended already.

Did we come too late?

We were delayed because your mom felt carsick.

It's okay. There wasn't much to it.

Did you get sick?

I had to throw up at the rest stop. I'm sorry.

We wanted to tour around your school.

There's nothing much. We can do it later.

Here's a gift.

Everyone has one of these things nowadays.

But this is expensive...

What are you saying? I have to give the best to my daughter.

We better take a picture.

Mom wants to take a picture.

A picture?

Let's take one right here.

-What about the camera? -It's right here.

I'm sorry, but could you take a picture for us?

Thank you.

-Let's take it here. -Okay.

Here we go.

One, two, three.

-Here you go. -You shouldn't have.

She got accepted thanks to you who took good care of her.

I don't know how else to thank you.

It was nothing.

I was lucky to have a student so well-behaved and quiet.

-Really? -Of course.

Thank you for your kind words.

No problem.

DAEHYEON ACADEMY

Can I register for a comprehensive class for repeaters?

YU-MI'S TUITION FEE

"Suspect."

I enjoyed the melon thanks to you.

I heard you're a freshman at our school. The landlady told me.

I'm from Daegu.

I'm a sophomore in Political Science. Han Ji-won.

I repeated a year. What about you?

I'm...

Lee Yu-mi.

You're shy with strangers. Lee Yu-mi?

Our school magazine is looking for new writers.

Are you interested?

I'm sorry. I've never done anything like that before.

Bye.

Yu-mi! Shall we go together?

Do you want to join Monte Cristo?

A dance club?

Yu-mi, have you decided on a club?

No.

You should choose carefully.

They sell naengmyeon at the cafeteria, and it's good.

Make sure to try it.

Can I have your number?

-What? -I'll give you mine too.

Okay...

Here.

Lee Yu-mi.

That building is the cultural center.

Our editorial team is on the second floor. Okay?

Hey, Han Ji-won!

Hey.

I'll get going. Bye.

Okay. Bye.

Pay us a visit when you're bored. Bye!

Hey, hurry up.

-I'm so sorry. -It's okay.

Why are you so late?

-You guys are really angry. -No, it's okay.

Excuse me.

Do you know where the cultural center is?

Thank you.

This makes 3 sin B and 3 sin C.

What value are we looking for here?

We need to find the degree of angle A.

That's the question.

Then, take a look at this.

COME VISIT EDITORIAL AND I'LL BUY YOU PIZZA

HAN JI-WON FROM THE BOARDING HOUSE

Why is this so good?

You need to eat more and gain weight.

-You're too skinny. -Have your fill.

Don't be shy and just eat confidently.

Isn't she so cute?

She was so startled when I first talked to her.

-You were like that too. -Me?

-You were the same. -Exactly.

Like attracts like.

You have strange memories.

It's my first time eating with so many people since coming here.

Really? Have you been eating alone?

-Without any friends? -Yes.

Did you say you're from Hongcheon?

We have a lot of local alumni associations.

-Right. -I'm from Inje.

Which school in Hongcheon are you from?

No, Hongcheon is where my relatives live.

I see.

I lived abroad.

-Really? Where? -Where?

In America.

My father has a business there.

Then your English must be good.

Are you a native speaker? Please teach me.

Should we start a TOEIC study group?

No, I'm not good at it.

What major are you again?

Aesthetics.

I used to paint, but I haven't been able to after coming to Korea.

-You paint but are in Aesthetics? -I know, right?

Yu-mi.

Small.

-It's perfect. -It suits you.

You can have it. It's free for freshmen.

EHYEON WOMANS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE

AESTHETICS ODYSSEY

Yu-mi, did you read this?

WHO MOVED MY CHEESE?

No? Do you want to borrow it?

-It's really good. -Yes.

But you have to return it to the school library by tomorrow.

-Tomorrow? -Yes.

Good luck. You can do it.

Hey, Dad. It's me.

I have to attend a conference.

No, that was a club trip. This is a conference.

My allowance isn't enough to pay the membership fee.

EDITORIAL REPORTER - LEE YU-MI

Yes, we get together to present.

By tomorrow, okay?

Thank you, Dad.

Comprehensive class for repeaters. My name is Lee Yu-mi. It's for this month.

Comprehensive class for repeaters? Lee Yu-mi.

Your attendance...

If you keep missing classes like this, you could get expelled.

There's only a month left before the exams.

I'm sorry. I won't miss any from now.

Time's up.

Raise both hands above your heads.

Stop marking and raise your hands.

The last person in each row will collect the answer sheets.

Those in the front row can collect the questions.

It will be hard to get admitted with your score.

I'm not sure.

Are you interested in any other schools?

Hello?

Yu-mi. Where have you been?

Did something happen?

No.

I've been busy.

I see.

Are you coming to the general assembly tomorrow?

The general assembly?

The assembly for editorial departments in Seoul.

I see.

I mentioned it last time.

Right. I forgot.

What is it? Can't you come?

I can. I'll be there.

What time is it?

All right.

Hello. Long time no see.

I'm Han Ji-won from Ehyeon Womans University.

Hello, I'm Han Yu-young.

Hello, I'm Kim Min-ji.

Hello, I'm Lee Yu-mi.

You're beautiful!

As I suspected, our new recruit is very popular.

I'm so proud.

She's pretty.

Thank you. Our university admits people based on looks.

At last year's assembly, we said we'd talk about this year's...

Watch carefully.

One, two, three.

It disappeared.

Here it is!

Amazing.

-What happened? -Gosh, a doll is talking.

GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF UNIVERSITY EDITORIALS IN SEOUL

Why are you outside?

The heater

gave me a headache.

Do you want to go for a walk?

This way will take us to our school's back gate.

Aren't you cold? You don't have a jacket on.

I'm okay.

It's snowing.

You're right.

It's a bit chilly.

Hello?

Yu-mi? Is this Yu-mi?

Yes, Ma'am. It's Yu-mi.

Hey, what are you doing?

You better come to school to pick up your report card.

It was announced ages ago.

What did I get?

Your score is worse than last year.

Yu-mi. Must you go to Ehyeon Womans University?

Can't we lower the goal and go to a different one in Seoul?

Don't repeat a third time. It'll be too hard on you.

Keeping your pride isn't that important.

I'll call you back later. Okay.

Do you want help?

Yes. Can you help me put it on?

Do you think I'll be able to carry this around?

Where are you going?

Backpacking in Europe.

Wow. I almost fell backward.

You're traveling? What about school?

My classes finished last week.

I tutored part-time for seven months for this.

What are you doing during your break?

By the way, it's my first time going abroad, so I'm scared.

Shoot, I'm late.

Bye, Yu-mi.

Okay, bye.

I don't like it when you touch my stuff without asking.

It was just sitting right there...

Why do you have that anyway?

For tutoring.

I thought you didn't want a part-time job.

I want to save up on my own to go backpacking.

Really?

I'm going to New York next year.

-New York? -Yes.

It's kind of like an exchange student program.

I'll spend my last year at that school.

I see.

Are you upset?

No, it's good news for you.

Congratulations.

Don't go backpacking.

Should we go together?

Together?

Yes.

You can study English for a year,

and I can go to school.

Anyway, my mom suggested we get married after graduation.

She said we should go together.

She wants to meet you.

We'll end the class here.

-Thank you. -Thank you.

Wait, guys.

Raise your hand if you're a repeater.

Hands down.

Who's repeating a third time?

Okay, down. Fourth time?

Hey, don't laugh. How can you laugh?

Guys.

Yu-mi.

Jae-ho is moving so far away to study,

so I'm worried about sending him alone.

Do you think your parents will give you permission?

Right, what does your father do?

Gosh, it's cold. It's so cold.

Isn't it strange?

The weather gets really cold on the day of the entrance exam.

Time flies, doesn't it?

You sat there to have your meal before taking yours.

I'll go and spend a night in Hongcheon before returning tomorrow.

Really?

Your parents will be so happy to see you.

Gosh, you shouldn't have bought anything.

It's bitter.

What's good for you is always bitter.

Why didn't you call us beforehand?

I could've picked you up from the terminal.

Right...

Dad, I was selected as a distinguished student.

Really?

Do you get a scholarship?

No, it's not like that.

It's better. I can go on language training.

What is that?

I can go to the States and study English for a year.

With a scholarship?

No, not really.

They only give me the opportunity.

I see.

Everyone goes abroad to learn languages these days. It's a must.

Dad.

Please help me just this once.

I really want to excel.

I don't think there will be another chance like this.

I promise this will be the last time.

Please, Dad.

Kang Jae-ho and Lee Yu-mi. Two people heading to New York, right?

-Yes. -Yes.

We tried our best to be prepared,

but there's just so much to check.

Also, here.

This has his herbal medicine.

Please make sure he takes them.

I will, Mother.

I feel at ease

now that you're going with him.

Make sure to look carefully when you're picking the place to stay.

If you don't, you'll end up--

Mom. That's enough.

By the way, where's your father?

Gosh, that old man...

From Incheon to New York JFK Airport.

The passengers are Kang Jae-ho and Lee Yu-mi.

Please go to gate 36 before boarding time.

-Thank you. -Sure.

Mom's over the top, isn't she?

I thought she'd come in all the way here with us.

She's just worried, that's all.

Should I take a close look at your passport picture?

No, don't.

We have some time left, so wait here.

-I'll get us some coffee. -Okay.

Right. Call your father one more time.

I'm worried.

Okay, I will.

Hey, Mom.

Dad. I'll be back soon.

What are you saying? Talk slowly.

Yu-mi is a fake. She's fake!

Your father asked the TAs and checked the whole school.

They don't have a student named Lee Yu-mi.

What?

Are you listening to me?

They say there is no such student at that school.

Where on earth did you meet such a girl?

You didn't board the plane yet, right?

I came back to the airport.

What about Mom?

Okay.