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Is Hye-ran the only anchor around?

There are plenty of competent and talented people.

Nothing lasts forever. You shouldn't get greedy at your age.

A News Nine exclusive interview with Kevin Lee. Will that do?

What is she trying to pull? Kevin Lee?

Kevin Lee is on his way to Korea right now.

-Hye-ran. -I have to go meet a guest for the show.

It's not like Mom will come back to life if I go.

How low will you go? How far will you take this?

PREVIOUSLY

I love you, Hye-ran.

Hello. I'm Kevin, Eun-ju's husband.

She's at least ten times prettier in person.

Do you mind if I take some stills of the recorded interview?

Go ahead, if you want to get fired.

Ms. Ko?

When did you learn that these two were married?

While I was interviewing them.

You're high school friends with Ms. Seo. You didn't have prior knowledge?

I hadn't seen her since graduation.

How about Kevin Lee?

You're well-known for your accuracy and great memory. I'll ask once again.

Had you ever met Kevin Lee before?

I love you, Hye-ran.

We need to talk.

I'm done talking.

Let me ask you one thing.

Are you acting like this because I'm an average Joe,

a nobody?

Yeah.

Jae-young.

I kicked you to the curb.

You should do the same.

Call me a bitch and wish me good riddance.

That's what I'll do.

How great do you think your life will be without me?

At least better than one with you.

Fine, go.

I'll be watching you.

I'm going to see exactly how great your life is and how far you'll go.

So you'd better do well.

I intend to.

Lee Jae-young?

ONE MONTH BEFORE THE ACCIDENT

Jae-young.

Honey.

Do you know her?

No, we bumped into each other and she fell down.

Gosh.

Is that you?

Hye-ran? Ko Hye-ran!

Why won't you pick up?

Are you here?

Where are you right now?

Seo Eun-ju?

Yeah, it's me. It's so nice to see you!

Honey, I talked about her whenever we watched the news.

I told you that my friend is a really famous anchorwoman in Korea.

What are the odds we bump into each other?

You're even prettier in person.

I've heard a lot about you.

I'm Kevin Lee, Eun-ju's husband.

Maybe you'd prefer to use my Korean name.

It's Lee Jae-young.

Did you say Kevin Lee?

Any chance you like golf?

This is the Kevin Lee who recently won on the PGA Tour.

My husband.

He was featured on your news program, remember?

He recently won...

PROVOCATION

We were besties.

Seriously, what are the odds?

What does your husband do?

-Hye-ran. -Huh?

I asked you what your husband does.

Oh... He's a lawyer. He used to be a prosecutor.

A lawyer, huh?

My in-laws have been practicing law for generations.

Served as chief justices and such.

Smart girl.

I knew you'd marry well.

Aren't they tough to deal with?

They don't give you a hard time?

No, not at all.

They're great and they adore me, too.

That's great.

When can we meet your husband?

We should go on a double date. Let's have dinner together.

How about it?

Sure, let's do dinner.

-Please accept my condolences. -Thank you for coming.

-You've got to hand it to her. Not a tear. -Excuse me?

Her own mother died and she looks fine.

Seriously. Frankly, she scares me a bit.

That pale makeup looks good on her.

I wonder which shade of foundation she used.

Leave it to her to put together the perfect, funeral-appropriate look.

All eyes are on her, you know.

She could've gotten it done professionally at the break of dawn.

-No way. -You never know.

Did you eat carbs? Why are you so bloated?

You crazy wench.

Hye-ran. Just stay beautiful like a flower.

Live like that.

Good evening to our viewers.

Filling in for Ko Hye-ran, this is Han Ji-won of News Nine.

A political scandal has taken over the headlines.

The internet is ablaze with comments. Our real-time viewership has spiked.

It is also affecting the outlook for next month's party representative election.

Kim Sung-jin has the story.

FUNERAL CENTER

Sir, you should come inside.

Honey.

Hye-ran.

-Honey. -I'm hungry.

Moody's has revised our credit rating from Aa3 to Aa2...

Camera 1 standby, Camera 1. Cut!

Pan in.

She's definitely lively, isn't she?

It's a last minute stand-in and she isn't even flustered. She's doing well.

Right? She's quite capable.

It's not a bad idea to warm her up like this and naturally move her in.

Camera 2, move in tight on Ji-won. Stand by.

Camera 2, cut, and cue!

...that the administration wields systematic power.

What, are you scared now that you might actually be fired?

Hye-ran. You have to make it. Show them.

I told you my friend is a really famous anchorwoman in Korea.

You should just cry.

It's your mom. Your one and only mother.

There's no need to mind others or hold it in.

That's how you say goodbye.

Your shirt is wrinkled.

Go and get changed.

A medium-sized collar as we're in mourning right now.

-Hye-ran. -You're wearing a black tie,

so pick out a gray-colored handkerchief.

-Hye-ran. -Why would I cry?

What would that change?

Mr. Jang will come by with the team. I'll formally introduce you.

Make sure you let them know that your family members

have served as chief justices without sounding tacky.

I'll offer up that you're working as a public defender to help those in need.

And don't forget to mention you were a prosecutor.

They might think you're in public defense because you're not capable.

Make sure you shave.

Right, this is the real Ko Hye-ran.

I'd forgotten that you will be yourself until the end.

This is my number. Call me.

This is the Kevin Lee who recently won on the PGA Tour. My husband.

EUN-JU

Thank you for coming.

You should've told me.

I thought you seemed a little out of sorts at the airport.

I wasn't in my right mind. I was in shock.

Still. What are friends for?

We're no ordinary friends.

I know everything about how you lived.

-Eun-ju. -Yes?

Can I... ask you for a favor?

What is it?

Can I...

meet with your husband?

HAN JI-WON'S NEWS NINE

The Han Ji-won effect is remarkable.

Above expectations, for sure.

-Don't get cocky now. -Yes, sir.

This graph-- Gosh, you startled me.

Goodness. Make some noise when you enter a room, will you?

I came for the weekly News Nine briefing.

We're in the middle of a News Nine meeting, Hye-ran.

Heartless, backstabbing bastards need not get involved.

-Watch what you say-- -Give us the room, Dae-woong.

How did everything go?

You should've taken some time off.

You have more than enough vacation days.

I'm sure I said I'll leave on my own terms after proving my worth to you.

You know what it's like here.

It's not a place that's willing to wait and endure for prolonged periods.

You won't have to wait long.

I brought the PGA Tour winner with me, Mr. Jang.

Oh, my... Kevin Lee.

It's an honor to meet you in person.

Nice to meet you. I'm Kevin Lee.

-Nice to meet you. -Thank you for having me.

The pleasure is mine.

This is my wife.

-Nice to meet you. -Nice to meet you.

-Dae-woong! -Yes, sir!

Today's News Nine will be a special on Kevin Lee.

Change the anchor from Han Ji-won to Ko Hye-ran. Got it?

Mr. Jang, the thing is...

I'm so excited.

Just a moment.

My boss. Please excuse me.

Hello, sir. Yes, it's Kevin Lee.

News Nine will run an exclusive interview today.

Yes, Hye-ran came through again.

So this is how you'll play it?

I suggested we share information on Kevin Lee.

Is she that much more important to you?

-That's not what happened. -Are you trying to get on her good side?

Or did she get her hooks into you as well? So you'll take her side?

Stop with the nonsense. She's not like that.

Then what?

Fine. I told her he flew in. But we missed him at the airport.

Really?

She missed him but somehow brought him here?

-How, exactly? -How should I know?

You really don't know?

Do you really not know?

Eun-ju, here's the questionnaire--

Where is Eun-ju?

Gone to the car to get something.

Can you close the door?

Yes, sure.

Where did it go?

I brought you the questionnaire so you can prep.

The questions will be along these lines.

As you can see, it shouldn't be too difficult.

You can look at me and speak as though we're carrying on a conversation.

Like this?

Will this do?

Please review the questions beforehand.

We don't want to make a mess of the interview.

The news is no joke, Mr. Lee.

I'm not here to play.

Hey. I didn't know Hye-ran was here.

Where were you?

I don't know why I'm nervous. I'm not the one going on TV.

I left his tie in the car.

I came to hand over the questionnaire. It should help him prepare.

Oh, I see.

Thank you for your kind explanation, Ms. Ko.

Sure thing. I'll see you later.

Okay.

I can't believe you were like this in front of my friend!

So what if I was?

Where's the questionnaire? Did you read it?

Tell Hye-ran in advance if there's anything that's difficult to answer.

I'm sure she'll cover for you.

Okay?

Are you that pleased?

Yes. Every day feels like a dream and I couldn't be happier.

I'll make sure every day is like that going forward.

I love you.

Watch it, where do you think you're touching?

Not again. Stop it.

Come on now.

Son of a bitch.

What's the occasion?

It's been a while since I saw you.

You look horrible.

Does she at least make you breakfast?

We're both busy. It's easier to take care of our own meals.

Have things changed that much in this world

or is it just you two that are weird?

How's Father?

He went through a rough patch but is doing better today.

He yearns for a grandchild yet no news from you two.

I'm afraid he'll pass never having been a grandfather.

Tae-wook. Isn't it time she quit?

The young lady who filled in for her seemed to be quite good.

You promised not to bring that up.

I know. I shouldn't have made such a promise.

Gosh, I'm hungry. Should we order?

Excuse me.

THE MAN WHO CONQUERED THE WORLD WITH GOLF - KEVIN LEE

JBC EXCLUSIVE NEWS NINE WITH KEVIN LEE

Thirty seconds until intro.

Camera 3, full shot then pull in tight on Hye-ran.

What a great shot.

We got done what even CNN couldn't.

Are you Kevin Lee's...

Yes.

He's my husband.

Please accept my belated congratulations on his win.

Thank you.

Good luck!

She seems especially nervous today.

She's shown her cards. I'm sure she's anxious.

What are you talking about?

Don't worry about it.

Five seconds until intro. Four, three, two, one.

Camera 3, stand by. Cue!

We go where the news is. This is Ko Hye-ran's News Nine.

As publicized, today we will meet with Korean golfer Kevin Lee,

who has rewritten golfing history.

He is in the studio with us.

-Nice to meet you. -Nice to meet you.

You followed up your victory at the U.S. Open last June

with another win on the PGA Tour.

It's a bit belated, but how do you feel?

Did you watch it? That's who I am.

Excuse me?

Let me ask you one thing.

Are you acting this way because I'm an average Joe, a nobody?

Yeah.

So? Do you still think I'm an average Joe?

I'm not sure what you're trying to say.

This is what I wanted to say to all those who wrote me off in the past.

You must've gone through a lot to get where you are.

I was belittled, disregarded

and even called a nobody.

You showed them what you're capable of through this recent win.

They seemed surprised to see me.

Even more so than I'd imagined.

Many spend their entire careers without a single win,

but you hoisted the trophy twice.

I'm curious what your next goal is.

It's Ko Hye-ran.

Like you, I want to become the best in my field.

That is my ultimate goal, and I will make it happen.

I didn't have the support system necessary to spread my wings in Korea.

There was a different infrastructure in place to begin with.

I was evaluated only based on what my skills were instead of my potential.

I was a bit scarred from these experiences.

The best thing about going over to the States

was that they trusted me and believed in my talent and dreams.

One day, my pride got the better of me.

I wanted to show Koreans

what I was capable of.

In short, it felt like they saw and heard me for who I was. That's for certain.

It was a shame. There were people precious to me in Korea

who sadly couldn't see me for me.

As a result, all I did was play golf.

My hard work was recognized, and here I am...

Okay, let's wrap up.

I have one final question.

You started playing golf at an age when most professionals

leave the game.

That's correct.

That's why I had to work that much harder.

It's all thanks to my wife. She sacrificed a lot for me.

I've never played golf just for myself.

Although I peaked late in life,

I plan on remaining on top for a long time

for my wife who suffered so much for me.

My only dream right now is to make my wife happy.

He's quite charming as an athlete and as a man.

I guess.

What a wise answer to my silly question.

Thank you. I wish you all the best.

Thank you.

That was Kevin Lee.

The reaction is amazing. He continues to trend online.

He's so good-looking and humorous to boot.

I think the viewers loved that you were so honest and pure.

It's all thanks to Ms. Ko's superb guidance.

Thanks, Hye-ran.

Which brings me to this. Could I make a suggestion?

Sure.

We happen to be in the midst of planning a new program

and we'd like you to be the first guest, Mr. Lee.

-You want to have him on the show? -Yes, please.

We'd like to shadow the person Kevin Lee, not the golfer Kevin Lee.

We were touched when you spoke of your wife earlier.

Indeed.

We'd like to get a more intimate look at the two of you.

What do you think?

Well, I'm not sure what I have to offer as someone other than an athlete.

Then, what if Ms. Ko hosts the program herself?

-Would you think about it then? -Really?

Is that the case?

Then I'll have to think about it in a positive light.

Positively. Is that a yes?

-Thank you. -Thank you!

Hye-ran, you heard what Mr. Lee said, right?

Thank you so much.

I proved my worth with Kevin Lee. Why are you changing your tune?

The highest ratings per minute was 19 percent.

Nineteen percent on the news equates to about 50 percent viewership.

Add some humane aspect to the story and we'll hit the jackpot.

You want us to miss out on that because you don't want to do it?

-Kevin will only do it with you. -Mr. Jang.

The journalist becomes the producer in the newsroom.

Follow up and show me that you are indeed Ko Hye-ran.

Leave News Nine to Han Ji-won.

She may not be you, but she's one of a kind. She'll do well.

Does Ji-won have something on you?

Why are you pushing so hard to give her News Nine?

I'm also the one who pushed to give it to you.

Did I do that because you had something on me?

It's purely based on what I see and what my gut tells me.

You know better than that.

This is the end of the road for you, Hye-ran.

Step down quietly and honorably while you can.

What do you mean, am I having an affair?

I don't dare go home when the guy who pays me is pulling an all-nighter.

HYE-RAN

How should I know? Maybe he's aiming to become the dark horse of public defense.

He looks to be memorizing the legal code in its entirety.

-Mr. Jung? -Huh?

Yes, sir?

Can you look up the medical records for Kam's case?

Yes, sir.

Where was that again?

Our efficiency is affected by all these all-nighters.

What do you think you're doing? You live here!

-Do you know what time it-- -Ms. Ko.

It's Kevin.

Why are you calling me at this hour?

About the documentary Mr. Jang mentioned earlier,

would it be all right to do it?

You don't have to if you don't want to. Today's interview was enough.

How come?

I think it'd be fun.

He wants to do it if it's with you, Hye-ran.

Let me.

He's usually so camera-shy, but he felt comfortable with you.

Stop it, honey.

No, wait.

Sorry, Hye-ran. He keeps on messing around.

So we take it you'll do the documentary?

Thanks in advance, Ms. Ko.

Hang up and come here.

Talk soon, Hye-ran.

Jeez.

KEVIN LEE HAS WORLD'S ATTENTION

Did you hear?

Kevin Lee got paid top dollar as a spokesmodel.

Wow. The hotter he is, the better.

Right, Hye-ran?

Sports companies were all over him from the beginning.

He's signed about 20 contracts ranging from cell phones to refrigerators.

Goodness. So he's pocketed...

around 10 billion won in one go?

Good for him.

I'm green with envy, man.

How'd she get so lucky?

I'm talking about Kevin Lee's wife.

I heard you went to school together.

-Says who? -Ms. Seo told me.

She said you were besties in high school.

Unlike you, she wasn't smart enough to go to college.

She met a lovelorn amateur golfer while working at her mom's restaurant

and they fled to the U.S. together.

She supported her husband as a janitress for a few years

then hit it big and turned her life around in one fell swoop.

She's become the biggest envy of women in Korea.

The biggest envy of women in Korea?

Didn't you know?

All anyone talks about on the internet and in women's forums is Kevin Lee.

He's accomplished and hot.

He's wealthy and handsome.

He's got a sense of humor to boot. On top of that, he's sexy.

What good did it do us to graduate from top schools

and beat out thousand-to-one odds to work here?

An anchor is an anchor is an anchor.

And even that doesn't last long.

Hey. Han Ji-won.

I wasn't talking about you.

I mean, who knows how long I'll be hosting News Nine for? Don't you agree?

Hye-ran.

We're ready. Let's go.

Okay, let's.

Oh, that's right.

The shooting with Kevin Lee starts today, doesn't it?

It'll be tough.

You've been at the news desk for so long it'll be exhausting for you--

Please say hello to Ms. Seo for me.

Fix hair and makeup please.

It feels so awkward.

Maybe I shouldn't have agreed to do this.

Why? You're doing great.

-Really? -You're pretty.

They're so in love it's killing me.

You don't think it's just for show?

Let's get back to it.

One, two.

One, two. Nice.

One, two.

Did you watch it? That's who I am.

I love you, Hye-ran.

-One, two. Very nice. -Unbelievable.

Oh.

Very good! Very nice.

Ms. Seo, you're all done.

-We'll move onto Kevin by himself. -Okay.

Thank you.

I shouldn't have agreed to this. What if my pictures turn out weird?

It's a print ad. I'm sure you'll look great.

They'll do a great job touching up the photos, so don't worry.

By the way, when are we going on that double date? When are you free?

Oh, not for a while. I have to wrap up at News Nine as well.

How come? You're not doing News Nine anymore?

I had a good run.

It's rewarding to make way for my juniors.

But still, I watch News Nine because of you.

Thanks.

Try to make some time, will you?

We're finally moving into our place.

A housewarming-cum-cheering-up party for you.

Let's have dinner together.

Please say yes.

-No. I don't want to cause you trouble. -Do you find me uncomfortable?

Do you? Is that what it is?

No.

Why would I?

Not at all.

Then you should come for dinner. Eun-ju really wants to have you over.

Okay, then.

Let's do it, Eun-ju.

Let's pick a date soon.

Awesome. I'm so curious about your husband.

I'd like to meet him soon, too. I wonder what he's like.

Make sure you eat, okay?

Thank you.

Your time is up. You should go.

Okay.

It's all right.

-Here you go. -Thanks.

Will you come back next week?

Of course.

-Here you are. -Thank you.

I'm so sorry.

-Is this today's mail? -Yes.

You should let the rookies do this.

I enjoy the work.

JBC'S KO HYE-RAN'S PROSECUTOR HUSBAND

KO HYE-RAN MARRIES YOUNG LAW PROFESSIONAL KANG TAE-WOOK

One, two.

One, two.

Okay, one, two.

Okay, one, two.

Good! One, two.

Keep it up.

Thanks.

What do you think you're doing?

Why? Is something wrong?

Hey, you.

When will you make the intro?

Hey, Song-yi. When did you get here?

The brass are hassling me because they know we're friends.

What'll I do? Can't you help me out, just this once?

Let me play the Ko Hye-ran card.

What's so great about Kevin Lee?

Exactly. I don't know what's so great about him,

but they're lining up just to have a meal with him.

Apparently there are quite a few famous women in the mix.

What changes after a meal with him?

He's spoken for.

Who cares about that these days?

It just adds to the attraction, if anything.

Why won't you answer your phone?

-Hello, Mr. Jang. -Long time, no see.

Get going.

Kevin Lee's here.

He wants to review the footage you got so far.

Hurry.

Can I come with?

Oh, you're all alone.

I thought Mr. Jang was with you.

He went to get Ms. Ko.

Oh, I see.

Didn't you fill in on News Nine recently?

It's an honor you remember.

I'm Han Ji-won.

Nice to meet you. I'm Kevin Lee.

Does a person of your stature normally run beverage errands?

Of course not. Only for special people.

I was just getting him a drink. Excuse me.

What was that? She barely gets her own drinks.

Come on. Take him to the editing room.

Kevin, this way.

Choi Byung-man must've bribed the doctors. They really have no conscience.

How can you get six weeks' treatment with a nosebleed?

Apparently that was the consensus.

They would've signed a death certificate had he broken his nose.

It looks like Kam will have to book a plane ticket soon.

He'll have to fly back home.

This is purely my opinion.

We should eat a lot in order to have the strength to fight.

What would you like?

The most expensive one. How about this? It's new.

Ham and mozzarella, the most expensive. I'll take two.

I'll take the next customer first.

Next, please.

-Here. -Found it!

I apologize. I'm so sorry.

Do you want to go first?

No, go ahead. It's all right.

Thank you.

I found it.

It's Kevin Lee's wife.

The hottest golfer these days.

It's Kevin Lee's wife.

Next, please.

Two mozzarella sandwiches and a butter croissant.

Hi Hye-ran, it's me.

I'm sorry. I don't think I can come.

The furniture delivery was delayed.

Can you drop Kevin off when you're done?

Here's your order. Please enjoy.

Really? Thanks, Hye-ran. Thank you so much.

I started out with nothing.

You say you haven't given many interviews, but you're very good.

Hey, Ki-seok. It's Hye-ran.

I'm feeling a bit under the weather.

I'm afraid I'll have to head home after the news is over.

Would you mind taking Kevin Lee home after you're done reviewing the footage?

His wife is preoccupied with decorating their new place.

Okay, thanks.

The couch can go inside.

You must be exhausted.

-Please have some coffee. -Thank you.

-Thank you. -Thanks.

Sandwiches.

Ji-won offered?

She said she's headed the same way and offered to drive him home.

Really?

That worked out then.

Good job on the editing.

Okay. Bye.

He's late.

EUN-JU

What happened? How come you're home at this hour?

Hi, Hye-ran, it's me.

Can you drop Kevin off when you're done?

There were some precious people in Korea, but sadly they couldn't see me for me.

You brat. A scandal before you even start your new position?

The nine o'clock anchor feeds off her image!

Ji-won. What the hell is this?

-Where'd you get these, Mr. Jang? -Shut up!

For this to make it into my hands means it's made the rounds already!

Where's Hye-ran?

She took a day of sick leave.

-What? -She's not feeling well. She wanted to--

Go get her this instant! No, escort her here.

Right away!

You owe me one.

Aren't you due for a new car?

MYUNG-SUNG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA CONCERT

You should have a good set of wheels to chase the right stories.

I'll bear that in mind, Ms. Ko.

She's really something.

This is why I love you, girl.

KO HYE-RAN'S NEWS NINE

KO HYE-RAN'S NEWS NINE WITH A NEW LOOK

You're not the mastermind I thought you were.

Quite disappointing, really.

What did I do?

If you're going to play dirty,

I won't sit idly by.

Then what?

Kevin Lee.

What's your relationship with him?

A show host and her guest.

Is that all?

What is he to you other than your friend's husband?

Not simply a show host and her guest. Not your friend's husband.

I'm asking if you've ever met him at another time for another reason.

Why can't you answer me?

Is it tough to answer?

Is it tough to answer?

No, it's not.

Why would it be?

There's nothing to add.

What does that mean?

Simply a show host and her guest.

And my friend's husband.

That's all.

Is that so?

Yes, it is.

You expect me to believe that?

Believe me, for your sake.

Unless you want trouble.

You don't want to see those pictures all over the internet, do you?

You'd never set foot in this industry again.

So it was you.

Am I right?

So why...

Why'd you do it?

You should've been careful.

You should think twice before laying your hands on someone else's husband.

Mind if we call it a day?

-Your time's almost up. -Five more minutes.

Just give me five more minutes.

There's another photo.

Which photo are you talking about?

Have you seen this item before?

It looks like a woman's brooch.

Have you seen it before?

Why do you ask?

It was found inside the vehicle.

Inside the vehicle?

It looks identical to the one you wore on the day of the accident.

Is that correct?

It appears to be yours, Ms. Ko.

Is that correct?

Can you explain to me why that brooch was found

inside the vehicle?

Ms. Ko.

No comment.

Does this mean you can't answer because you don't recall

or you won't answer even though you know?

I... won't answer.

Did I push Kevin Lee into Ji-won's car or something, Dae-woong?

This is Kang Tae-wook. Ko Hye-ran is my wife.

You and I were husband and wife. It's just that we didn't register.

Do you think Mr. Kang will understand?

She wants the divorce. Split up and go your separate ways.

Good social reputation and a happy family. If you can maintain them.

I'm a candidate for the Blue House Press Secretary.

I need you.

You started this.

You want it, too.

Why are you going to Thailand?

For a shoot.

Is that all there is?