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ANNA

I have no regrets

even if I die now.

My daughter is too meek,

so I figured that's why she was delayed in getting married.

We had no idea she had someone.

We're thinking of holding a big wedding.

I learned a lot of things

as a councilman in Tongyeong.

How big were you thinking?

Please don't worry. We'll take care of everything.

I'm thankful that both of you are so considerate of me,

but of course, I should do something.

No, no.

Both of our families

would never shy away from spending money on the wedding.

Yes. We can just spend and hire people.

Gosh. We don't know what we should do in return.

I only have one thing I want.

Just a Benz gifted to me by my daughter-in-law.

It's not because I want to ride it.

The truth and the fact

that she bought it for me is important.

Of course.

My dear son

ate only ramyeon and sold his housing subscription account

to support me since he was 20.

He even saved our house from being put up for auction.

Isn't that...

illegal?

You can't earn enough money by following the law.

Becoming a self-made man

isn't as easy as it sounds.

Did you wait long?

It's okay.

Once the wedding's over,

my husband and I will drop you at the airport.

In order for you to go through the gate,

you will need to fly somewhere like Japan at the least.

What? Japan?

And for the wedding,

I would like to ask both of you

to pay more attention to your clothes and hair.

Why? Are you not happy?

No.

When determining someone's financial standing,

I look at their hair and shoes.

In all seriousness,

I declare that the couple is now married.

The recessional of the newlyweds will now begin.

Groom and bride, march.

What an amazing wedding.

I know, right? They won't accept any gifts either.

How beautiful.

She was always beautiful.

Choi Ji-hoon used to be so tacky, though.

You are right.

He looked much older before,

but he turned out to be handsome.

By the way, all of those people look like politicians.

-Where? -Over there.

Rumor says he's interested in politics. I guess it's true.

Really?

It's just a rumor.

She said her parents live in the US because of their business.

They're really stylish for their age.

You can go.

Okay.

Hello, Ma'am. Hello, Sir. Congratulations.

I'm Han Ji-won

who stayed in the same boarding house as Yu-mi during university.

Who?

Anna. I'm Anna's university friend.

Really?

It's slippery out because of the snow.

Thank you for making your way here.

I heard a couple will live well if it snows on their wedding day.

Do you want to link arms?

-Here we go. -Okay.

One, two, three.

Both parents can go up.

Father.

Look at the camera.

One, two, three.

Just a minute.

I'm sorry.

Min-jae. Choi Min-jae. Come here. Come on over.

Min-jae, let's take it together.

Who is he?

He's my cousin's son. Choi Min-jae.

Hello, Min-jae.

Hyacinth.

It originates in the Balkan Peninsula and Turkey.

A flower that's planted in the fall.

-It has a scaly bulb... -What did you say?

That's enough.

-Here we go. -Look at the man.

Please stand up straight.

One, two, three.

My goodness.

Professor Lee. The picture came out beautifully.

Please pack it back up and put it in that room.

Why? Won't you hang it up?

It's not stylish to hang up this kind of stuff at home.

I'm going out.

Okay.

See you later.

Basement level one.

The door's closing.

Hey.

Why didn't you come and see me earlier?

You're making me feel distant.

Come on, don't be like that. This is why I can't visit you.

I stopped him because I didn't want to bother you.

It's no bother at all.

The dean, your husband, and I are all part of the family.

The Tongyeong family.

Yes, that's true.

Tongyeong is in Gyeongsang Province, right?

I was born in Tongyeong,

but I was raised in Jangseong, Jeolla Province.

I see.

It's an important call, so I'll take it real quick.

-All right. -Just a minute.

Hello.

Yes.

New Haven...

What was the name of that famous pizza shop?

Are you talking about Frank Pepe?

Yes, Frank Pepe.

There was a park beside it too.

Yes, it's in front of Wooster Square.

I went there 20 years ago,

but I still can't forget that pizza place.

Yes. Memories made by food can be strong.

I already heard about you.

You're the one keeping the institution in business.

You're too kind. It's not true.

Someone so talented shouldn't be there.

Thank you, brother.

I told you he has an eye for people.

Yes, Sir?

Hey. Tell the dean to come in.

-Right away, Sir. -Good.

-Right. -Yes.

-What about you? -Yes.

What happened to the nomination?

It's not easy.

I'm a newcomer with no connections,

so it's hard.

Yes. That party is a bit difficult.

They can't accept changes.

They're condescending old people.

When you look at these people,

they may seem like they're stupid with their vulgar language,

but they're actually super fast at catching on.

They're quick thinkers.

They're just putting up a show.

They talk vulgarly on purpose.

I only realized this after going there.

It must be tough on you.

It's okay.

I must fight through the hardships.

Now, she's an alumna who is here for the first time.

It's Lee Anna.

The legendary Lee Anna?

Why did she suddenly show up?

Not many people will have good things to say.

Don't be like that.

It'd be good to know each other.

Are you close with her?

Yes, we have known each other for some time.

She's beautiful as the rumor says.

Right?

You can't study with that face. You have to party.

I heard a lot about you from Professor Yoon.

-Why didn't you come before? -Right.

Hello.

I'm your professor for Asian Art History this semester.

I'm Lee Anna.

It's my first time teaching an undergraduate course,

so I'm really nervous.

I look forward to the semester.

This is tuna belly from Spain.

Okay.

My husband? He's too busy, so I hardly see him.

I don't know much, but it must not be going well.

Sure.

There are so many variables when it comes to politics.

It's a tiring job.

I think he's a bit obsessed.

I know.

Your husband has a strong desire to get recognized.

But this is the thing with people.

If they have a lot of money,

they want to become famous.

People around him encourage him,

then he gets pumped up.

But once he gets there, the reaction is lukewarm.

It's always like this.

It's hard.

To be honest,

I don't want him to be in politics.

I don't want my personal life to become public.

Of course not. It's uncomfortable.

He'll give up soon, right?

Your dessert is Kyoto matcha ice cream.

Wow.

640,000 WON

Wow. It's 300,000 won for a meal.

I feel bad since it was so expensive.

Come on. You'll make me upset if you say that.

Hey.

What's the best thing about being rich?

Be honest.

Not having to ask people for favors.

Right.

That's true.

I agree

because I always have to ask everyone for favors.

Every single day.

Today was like that too.

It's delicious.

We've expanded the scope.

It brings me much joy to be able to give opportunities

to students with disabilities now.

I will always support your dreams and hopes,

and I will continue to be with you in the future.

Congratulations on your scholarship.

SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION CEREMONY

That was a congratulatory message from CEO Choi of IT Solid, our sponsor.

-Next up... -Sir.

Our sign language interpreter misunderstood the time.

They're on their way now, but...

Why didn't you prepare properly?

What about the kid's mom?

She stepped out, and she won't pick up her phone.

Should we switch the order?

Yes. We can move this to later instead.

Excuse me.

Do you need someone to interpret sign language?

Yes. She's deaf-mute. Can you do sign language?

This way.

There was a miscommunication. You must be startled.

I think we can go ahead.

Okay.

Next is a valedictory speech from scholar Lee Jin-young.

It's okay.

Even if you make a mistake, I'll be the only one who notices.

Watch this.

You're all stupid for not knowing sign language.

Dummies.

"I am Lee Jin-young, and I was selected

to receive the scholarship as a gifted art student.

I can't hear or talk, but when I'm drawing,

I can communicate with everything

in the world.

Thank you so much for giving me the opportunity

to follow my dreams."

Democratic-Republican Party's Choi Ji-hoon is gaining attention.

His internal rating has been low,

but the public finds him favorable and is extremely popular.

We suspect the competition will be fierce.

Twenty-third floor.

The door's closing.

Going up.

First floor. The door's opening.

It's here.

Twenty-fourth floor.

The door's closing.

Going up.

Wait.

Is that you, Yu-mi?

It is you.

Long time no see.

Do you work here?

Twenty-third floor.

The door's opening.

Aren't you getting off?

See you later.

The door's closing.

Twenty-fourth floor.

The door's opening.

KANG JAE-HO

Hello, I'm reporter Han Ji-won from Korea Daily.

What? Hey, Jae-ho.

It's me, Ji-won. Han Ji-won.

Oh, right.

-The editor of Ehyeon's magazine? -Yes.

It's nice to see you. Sit down.

-Are you well? -Yes.

I'm filling in for someone last minute,

so I didn't know I was meeting you.

-Really? -I better give you my name card.

So you ended up becoming a reporter after all.

You really made it.

I still have a long way to go.

It was better when I was a developer. Managing a business is hard.

Being modest doesn't suit you.

You need to be honest in an interview.

You're exactly the same.

You had such a strong will, so I knew you'd become a reporter.

Did you stay in the States all this time?

Yes. Well, I had to since my business is there.

I only make a short visit to Korea when I'm traveling to Japan.

What a small world we live in. We ended up meeting again.

You're right.

Do you still talk to everyone?

Yes, a few.

While bringing up my company, I had to think a lot and make decisions.

Seoul is the world's seventh largest megalopolis.

Dear people of Seoul

and party members.

What we need is someone

who thinks about competitiveness and what drives us to grow.

I'm young, and my leadership is innovative.

Please support Choi Ji-hoon.

Thank you!

DEMOCRATIC-REPUBLICAN PARTY'S FIFTH PARTY CONVENTION

THE BIRTH OF A NEW KIND OF RULING

-Choi Ji-hoon! -Choi Ji-hoon!

By the way, when did you learn sign language?

I was so impressed while watching the video online.

Countless people pressed like on that video.

You two are like Jacqueline and President Kennedy.

You're just like them.

Please don't say something like that.

It might start weird news reports.

Many things come into play,

but the candidate himself is what determines the election result.

Yes. I'm trying not to think about it in a complicated way.

I have a concrete and clear goal,

and that's what I'm enjoying.

Yes, that's true. But I think

your wife's support really gave you a boost.

If you have a beautiful flower,

you should take it around and show everyone.

That's true.

Shall we have a drink?

Anyway, just get elected and it'll be smooth sailing.

Of course.

Let's remember

these members!

Hey! Yu-mi!

Did you win the lottery or something?

Basement level one. The door's opening.

SUN-WOO FROM MARAIS

Hey, Sun-woo.

It's me. Long time no talk.

Hey, Yu-mi.

Are you well?

No, I'm not doing well.

I think Marais will go out of business soon.

Why?

You don't know yet, do you?

Mr. Lee passed away last year due to a stroke.

I see.

Little Director came back to Korea last month to get a divorce.

But she owes her husband money because of stocks.

The family already sold two buildings last year.

You know, Little Director never had a worry in her life before.

These days, she's scarier than Mr. Lee whenever someone mentions money.

She just screams her head off.

Ms. Kim was the first to quit.

Is she planning to stay here?

She said she'll go back, but I'm not sure.

I heard she started a fashion business there with a celebrity.

Professor Lee.

It's past 7:00 p.m. Aren't you going home?

You must have a lot on your mind.

I'll head out first.

Okay.

Wow, it smells good.

Why did you come unannounced?

I could've ordered some in advance if you did.

I suddenly remembered that you have Wednesdays off.

This is delicious.

It's even better since I didn't expect to eat this.

Ji-won.

Yes?

Why do you want to become a political journalist?

I'm not sure. Well...

I kind of feel a sense of duty.

These people always talk about beliefs and justice,

but in actuality, they get together

to rig everything and lie.

And when these people get caught,

they're never sorry.

Someone needs to teach them a lesson. Don't you agree?

They promised to make me a political correspondent after China,

but they keep delaying it.

I knew it. It's exactly like what happens in movies.

What?

"After this job, you'll be free to leave the gang.

This is the last job."

You know what I mean, right?

But no one ever keeps their promise in these movies.

Yet I fell for it too.

Yu-mi, did something happen?

You're not yourself today.

No, I'm okay.

I'm just tired.

What? What is it?

Ji-won, do you know this?

They say autumn is the season for reading,

but it started as a marketing strategy because it used to be a low sales season.

Seriously?

I see.

They say you'll live well if you move on a rainy day

because it's really tiring to move when it rains.

They made up the saying to encourage you.

Sayings like "No pain, no gain" too.

When people realize these sayings are fake,

they won't live to their fullest.

Don't pick up.

Why not?

It's probably someone complaining about the noise.

It's late. Do it later.

It only takes 2 or 3 minutes. Why are people so impatient?

Jeez.

Can we move?

Why all of a sudden?

I want to live where I can open the windows all the way.

All high-rises are like this.

It's suffocating.

But everyone's jealous of our place even when the windows don't open.

We're like a symbol that tells them,

they can become like us if they work hard.

People will say it's too extravagant during the election campaign.

I bought this place so people would talk about it.

I met with Ji-won.

Okay.

Korea Daily? That company doesn't seem so good.

I see.

Is there a position you can make for her?

At a political desk.

That would be no problem at all.

People won't talk bad about you even if you get her a position.

She's smart and is a person of principles.

But I have a condition.

You should try to get along with the wives of the assemblymen.

I can't get along with them.

Just humor them.

You should be at the center of all social gatherings.

The real information will come out of the mouths of those women.

Fine. But please smoke outside.

Is Bokuk Daily's Director Kim in Korea?

SOCIETY IN THE MEDIA, MEDIA IN SOCIETY

DIVERSITY OF MEDIA

Hello?

Are you Korea Daily's Han Ji-won?

Yes, this is she.

I'm calling from Bokuk Daily's HR team.

Okay. And?

If you're free,

I can go near Korea Daily's office in about two hours.

Shall we meet for a moment?

I can, but what is this about?

To offer you a position.

Pardon?

Okay, Assemblyman Min.

What is it that you want to do now?

You should take responsibility for what you said.

You can't take your word back now.

So a verbal promise isn't a promise?

Twenty-third floor. The door's opening.

She was trying to fix it by herself...

Hyun-joo might seem old enough...

Yes.

But she knows nothing about the world.

The door's closing.

Exactly.

Do you know how much debt that hospital has?

It's crazy.

Yes.

If he took care of things well,

she wouldn't have invested in stocks.

Basement level one.

The door's opening.

We'll just give them the money as soon as the building sells to finish it off.

It'll really ruin her at this rate.

Yes. Right now?

I came to feed Hyun-joo's dog, and now I'm on my way to the lawyer.

All I have is my daughter.

There's nothing I can't do for her.

What's your job?

I'm sorry, Sir.

I messaged you to ask you to come down after ten minutes.

I guess you didn't see it.

You messaged me?

Did you say you messaged me?

I left home early,

but there was an accident on Inner Ring Expressway.

The exits are few and far between there.

I'm so sorry.

It's basic to be on time.

Also, look at the car.

I got a car wash yesterday,

but it rained overnight.

I couldn't look after it today.

I'm so sorry.

You never tried preparing in advance, have you?

Today was an exception.

I'll get things right next time, sir.

Why always next time?

Do you know what's common among people like you?

You're lazy,

impatient,

and full of excuses.

Honey!

Mr. Kim, wake up.

How will you make a living like this?

You can't survive in this harsh world like this.

Please stop.

Stop!

Step aside.

Go over there and stay out.

Keep your mouth shut.

Do you feel wronged?

After all,

you did send a text.

You did your best. You did all you could.

What could be the problem?

Jeez.

Hey.

I'm sorry, Sir.

This won't ever happen again.

It was nice having you.

-What a morning. -Sir.

Sir, I'll fix my mistake.

Sir.

Sir.

KOREA DAILY

Aren't you going to eat?

No. I'll eat later.

Enjoy your lunch.

Living expenses...

When did it ever go down?

Sure.

This is a huge exclusive

only Han Ji-won can write about.

BOKUK DAILY NEWS, LEE YUN-GEOL

Sir!

If Bokuk Daily is scouting me, should I go or not?

Are you stupid? Of course, you should.

Ta-da.

What is this?

You mentioned you used to like the Crazy Donut in front of our school.

Right.

Did I say that?

I was reminded of you,

so I went there in a hurry just before going to the airport.

Are you proud of me?

Yes. Thank you.

It didn't even cross my mind.

Ms. Lee, I heard you're a professor now.

Congratulations.

You know how Professor Joseph always says the same thing in class?

The Law of Jante.

The sentiment is completely different from Korea.

Thanks to him,

I want to go to a graduate school in northern Europe.

It's so unfamiliar to me and exotic...

...criticized Francoist dictatorship

and showed Leftist tendencies...

One, two, three.

JOINT SPEECH SESSION FOR SEOUL METROPOLITAN AREA

He said he drew just as well

as Raphael when he was 12.

Lee Yu-mi.

I think you owe me an explanation.