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I’m sculpting planet Mars

for a science center.

Previously, I made Saturn

for a department store.

Instead of a sculptor,

I’m becoming a solar system expert.

Anything else?

No, thank you.

You’ll have to wait for a table.

Should we wait?

More kimchi, please.

Okay.

Stay and finish your sungnyung.

I'm fine.

Okay.

A Lonely Island in the Distant Sea

Yangsoon.

Yangsoon!

Hi.

Why are you here on your birthday?

Why not?

I brought a cake, have some.

You should give it to your daughter.

She bought it with her allowance.

She told me to bring it to you.

Really?

You raised her well.

Somin enters grade school this year?

No. Next year.

Don’t scare me like that.

I need to earn money.

That’s my priority.

You worked through the night?

This is tasty.

It’s almost done.

I gave them nicknames.

That's Panic. This is Scaredy Cat.

Scaredy Cat?

This moon is pretty big.

Scaredy Cat?

Shouldn’t it be smaller than Panic?

As I worked on it,

showing details seemed more important.

I really don’t understand you.

How do you get these jobs?

This is science, not art.

Even so.

Making stuff that explains things for kids isn't bad.

A moon sees only one side of Mars.

When kids hear that, they'll feel a fondness for this bumpy face.

You’re wasting your talent.

We should be earning money.

Hello?

Wow, Gina! It’s been ages.

I’m doing well.

Gina. Are you enjoying school?

Dad.

Can you come to school tomorrow?

My teacher wants to see you.

Did you tell your mom?

I’m telling you, aren’t I?

Mom’s away on business. Don’t call her, she’s busy.

Oh, there’s a boy.

He looks much older than us.

Do you know who that is?

Hold on.

I’ll be right back.

Mr. Seong!

Hello, Yeonhee.

I saw you from the window.

It’s been a while.

I’ve never seen your hair this long.

I needed a change.

-Looking for the teachers’ office? -Yes.

It’s on the 4th floor.

Mr. Seong.

Tell Gina something for me.

That I went too far with my comments.

What do you mean?

On a graphic novel forum.

Now I’ve quit, but before

I posted that her art was trash.

At first, it was a joke.

But I felt bad.

So, I wrote another comment below.

“Call it trash but it’s my truth.”

I don’t understand.

I impersonated Gina.

I replied to my own comment as Gina.

You avenged your malicious comment?

But then some troll left another nasty comment.

Who the hell did that!

So, I fought back.

“Is that it? I’m not afraid of you."

You fought back as if you were Gina?

What is that?

A one man show?

Does Gina know all this?

I think so.

I’ve quit the forum.

Did you apologize to Gina?

No, not exactly.

You think Gina’s artwork is trash?

Why didn’t you come with Gina?

She said she’d rather die.

I see.

I think Gina is... I mean.

We think Gina is a talented student.

I spoke with her art teacher too.

She and I agree.

We think Gina should take a break.

Or change her environment.

So

I’m sorry to interrupt.

She's talented, but she needs a break?

First, you should see something.

Everyone.

Back away.

Stop recording.

There’s another one.

Stop recording.

Stop recording.

Where are they now?

The shades?

Yes.

They were burned behind the school.

You destroyed works of art.

Mr. Seong.

If Gina drew in her private notebook,

this wouldn’t be a problem.

So the artwork isn’t the problem.

Enjoy.

You dyed your hair?

I don’t comment on your hair.

That’s not what I meant.

Do you pay child support?

Of course, I do.

Mom earns a lot.

Still she takes your money?

Yup. Every month.

I think I’m more like you than Mom.

You finally admit that now?

Mom’s capable and successful.

She has lots of friends and money.

Well, people have different talents.

Having lots of friends is overrated.

Take a look.

It’s a kid screaming in the dark.

But no one can hear her.

So she punctures her neck in torment.

What do you think?

Amusing, right?

Gina, don’t show these to anyone.

People won’t understand.

You’re funny.

Who should I show it to?

Only my fans?

Why not?

Because it’s nonsense.

No. What’s wrong with that?

Is this why you quit making art?

You said you’d sculpt again once you’re divorced.

People hire me to work.

But no one asks to see my artwork.

How can they, if you don’t make it?

I have to earn money somehow.

Stop.

I’m not the problem. You are.

Fine. It’s your life.

Are you coming this weekend?

Call me.

When Gina was young,

we dismantled my father’s hut in the mountains.

There was a dead bird under the roof.

A dead cat near a ditch.

I covered Gina’s eyes with my hands.

But she insisted on seeing, pulling away my hands.

After the hut was dismantled,

all that remained of my father were a few trash bags.

Gina said, “It’s like his hut never existed on this mountain.”

Where?

I’m going up the stairs.

Here.

What’s wrong?

You’re not finished with work?

Wait. I can’t leave until this class ends.

What’s this? Humanities?

“Humanities and classical literature.”

History?

I haven’t taken history since high school.

It’s really interesting.

We went to the same university. She graduated before me.

But you weren’t a history major.

Majors don’t matter.

A civil servant is a civil servant.

Let’s go inside.

Me too?

It’s fine. Come on.

Jeon Bongjun is neither a successful religious or political thinker.

He had the chance but failed.

He didn’t even attempt a revolution.

What chance did Jeon Bongjun miss?

The chance to change history.

A true revolution.

Why overturn the world he lives in?

He’d make himself obsolete.

Okay. Good.

Next.

We’ll discuss the Donghak Revolution.

How it helped Qing Dynasty and Japan.

Excuse me. This is my car.

My side mirror is scratched.

I see what you mean.

But it looks like an old scratch.

Why?

Did someone scratch your bike?

Yup. It’s new.

Let me see.

Oh no. This needs replacing.

You need to fix her mirror.

Me? Why me?

You’re great with your hands.

Save her some money.

Oh, wait.

You did this, right? This scratch?

Me? Never.

I’m a king of parking.

You don't have the face of a king.

Look. It lines up with the mirror.

Forget it. Just buy me a drink.

Another bottle of beer and soju, please.

You do interior construction?

People commission me for everything.

Currently, I’m making planet Mars.

Technically, I’m still a sculptor.

A decade ago, he won an award.

"Best Up-and-Coming Sculptor."

But that was it. No more buzz.

What buzz did you expect?

When we were young,

he transferred to my middle school.

Until then, he lived without power.

No electricity.

Really?

How old are you?

My parents lived in the mountains.

Were they extreme environmentalists?

No. Nothing like that.

They were outsiders,

like in TV documentaries.

They felt like they didn’t belong.

Farming pine nuts in the mountains.

Meaningless.

Meaningless.

Your brother’s not your brother.

Your sister’s not your sister.

Ya motherfuckers just wanna fuck you all up.

So so everything’s meaningless.

Meaningless.

Your brother’s not your brother.

Your sister’s not your sister.

Ya motherfuckers just wanna fuck you all up.

So so so.

You’re lonely your entire life, you’re lonely your entire life.

You say everyone’s lonely.

What’s wrong?

My daughter’s not answering.

She never answers my calls.

Your daughter’s in grade school?

No. She’s a senior in high school.

She’s pretty.

Yeah. She’s pretty.

She’s a great drawer.

She’s really talented.

Can I have one?

No. Don’t you have cancer?

I’ve been in remission for 5 years.

Nobody fully recovers from that.

You can’t spare me one cigarette?

Get your own.

I’m broke.

My dad was in remission.

Then his cancer returned and he died soon after.

So you should be cautious.

Cancer is mostly genetic.

I’m older than he was when he died.

I’m in the clear.

Youngji had travelled to obscure places.

Places never visited by foreigners.

Once she had an accident and a man saved her.

She ended up living with him.

When she got tired of living there,

she gave him all her money and left.

It suits you.

What does? This place?

My bike.

Oh, the bike.

I’ve always wanted to ride one.

Really?

Try it.

This is great.

Where should we go?

What?

Nowhere.

You need more practice.

Be careful.

Take it slow.

This looks very painful.

Stop watching that.

Of course it'll hurt.

Why erase it? Just keep the tattoo.

It’s my choice.

What’s the matter with you?

I should have come alone.

Shame to see it go to waste.

That tattoo was expensive right?

Want to take a photo of it?

Didn’t that hurt?

You’re seriously...

Crazy?

It looks like sewing machine scars.

Wow, Dad.

How nice.

Gina Seong!

Yes.

Please go to the treatment room.

Sir, you should accompany her.

Yes.

This way, please.

Imagine a dog.

With hedgehog spines instead of fur.

A torn carcass stitched back to life.

Like Frankenstein’s monster.

Gina’s tattoo?

What was she thinking?

Do you trust Gina?

Yes. I do.

But, what is trusting a child?

Allowing her to do anything?

Believing everything she says?

You’re asking that now?

She’s almost 18.

Are you hungry?

How about instant ramen?

Great.

I...

I’ll be right back.

I’m leaving the water on the stove.

I’ll be quick.

Here.

Get in.

I need to get back soon.

Just a quick drive around town.

No. Someone’s waiting for me.

I came a long way.

Mr. Hwang. The business trip is set.

It’s Laos.

I’m going too.

Yes, the cover shoot as well.

Good.

The photographer, Hwang.

Do you know him?

How should I know?

He’s a sought after photographer.

Got a late start in his career.

His work is poignant.

Don’t act so chipper and smiley.

You seem fake.

Whenever I praise someone you get hostile.

You’re the one making comparisons.

Am I your son?

I’m so sick of your self-loathing.

Victim mentality. Low self-esteem.

How do you even function?

Did you talk to Gina?

She’s quitting everything.

Quitting school is one thing.

She shouldn’t quit art as well.

I told her she could study art in China.

Why China?

I got a job offer.

In China?

Yes.

Then Gina should live with me.

In your dusty workshop?

Is that what’s best for Gina?

I’ll get a place.

You don’t have the money.

Feel free to chip in.

What Gina needs is time to think.

Not a meddling dad.

Not everyone has talent.

Gina has a gift she should pursue.

You said talent didn’t matter.

And criticized the cruel industry.

That wasn’t directed at Gina.

Your negativity ruined our child!

I want to get out. Stop the car.

Listen to me.

Gina wants to stay at your old house.

Why there?

Maybe she needs to clear her head.

Maybe?

Why don’t you know?

Leave me some.

You like drinking alone?

I meant to return sooner.

At least, answer your phone.

It’s Gina.

She quit school.

And stopped drawing entirely.

You said you trusted Gina.

I don’t know anymore.

I don’t know anything anymore.

And I feel like I’m nothing.

You’re not nothing.

You raised Gina.

She's just a bit different.

She’s finding her own path now.

I thought I’d be an artist one day.

But it's not easy work.

I didn't know if I could handle it.

No stars guide you to becoming an artist.

You only have your heart for guidance.

I couldn't help but get lost.

If I failed,

I imagined becoming a Buddhist monk or Catholic Priest.

It seemed I wouldn’t get lost that way.

Gina is the age I was then.

She says she'll give up art school and join a temple.

I feel strange.

This was a path I envisioned myself.

Maybe only in thought, but it was my life.

Not realizing that my life and choices weren’t uniquely my own,

I felt robbed.

You weren't asleep?

Did I wake you?

I’m thirsty.

You’re early.

Yes.

How was Vietnam?

It was good.

You made a T-Rex?

Fossils. I sculpted every bone. Ammonites too.

Remember when we made Jaws?

Its expression was so important.

We agonized over its eyes and teeth.

It’s good work, right?

When did he do all these?

He already sold a piece.

Really? Who?

He knows people with money?

What’s wrong?

She’s not answering.

Does she know you’re arriving today?

No.

That’s so wrong.

You’re not some kind of gift.

Get your priorities in order.

Or you’ll be alone for the rest of your life.

Did the observatory renovation start?

Yes.

We start the interior tomorrow.

Do you need work?

Tomorrow?

You probably weren't paid yet, right?

We pay daily.

Really?

Come work tomorrow.

Okay. I should.

Yuncheol viewed your work so closely.

I know. I couldn’t ask for a better audience.

Yuncheol.

Dear Youngji,

When people over 40 would say,

"I found the final love of my life."

"It’s a miracle."

I didn’t understand the fuss.

I realize now,

they weren't just praising their new love.

What they wanted to say was that they felt blessed.

It’s not easy to feel blessed after 40.

I'm an extremely blessed bastard.

Happy birthday.

Youngji.

I’m home.

You look well.

Were you working or vacationing?

It was scorching hot there. It was no joke.

Did you go somewhere?

Next semester is a disaster.

Meaning?

No one wants to hire me.

Take a break. I can cover the bills.

Who do you think you are?

I took an expensive flight

to be with you on your birthday.

They’ve wilted.

I wasn’t sure what you’d like better.

You’re so selfish.

Do other people sit around and wait for you?

I needed time to think.

Keep thinking. Coming and going as you please.

Where are you going?

I have a flight to catch.

I waited to say goodbye. It’s late.

Now I have to take a taxi.

Where are you going?

I can’t be with someone who keeps running from his problems.

Let me drive you.

You don’t get it. It’s over.

Take your things.

Is this necessary?

Don’t discard me.

I thought you went to get Gina.

But you left to be alone in Vietnam.

I called you

probably a thousand times.

Let’s finish up before we leave.

Is this the right place?

Yes. This is it.

Thank you.

Yangsoon.

“NO FISHING."

What is that?

An abandoned car?

Shit.

What is that?

What is that?

Hey Mister!

Shit. Is he dead?

Hey Mister!

Hey Mister!

Shit.

Oh! What the fuck!

Help!

Hey!

Gina’s been on her phone all afternoon.

All afternoon?

Yes.

She should read Buddhist scriptures.

Then someday, she could translate and publish books like you.

But that would require university.

And to study abroad like you.

Monk Geumu.

Does Gina have potential as a monk?

Of course.

She has no lust or greed.

You should return to your life.

Do I distract Apprentice Domaeng?

This is not your calling.

You can visit from time to time.

Novice Domaeng.

Isn’t it dangerous down there?

It’s okay.

Why are you here?

I was on a walk.

I picked mugwort and bracken today.

Also, I’m leaving next week.

Leaving?

Yes.

Monk Geumu wants me to go.

What can I do?

You can come with me or stay.

You'll have tons of work without me.

No more playtime with Cheonbang.

I was here before you.

You came one day and never left.

You even took over in the kitchen.

I did.

But I like your cooking.

You do?

I didn’t know.

Why didn’t you cook for Mom?

I’ve never seen you cook before.

Let’s go, Cheonbang.

I’m heading back.

Do you need anything?

Bring dog treats for Cheonbang.

Okay.

Anything for you?

Noodles

2 orders of clam kalguksu, please.

Yes.

Also a bottle of soju, please.

I don’t sell alcohol here.

But you can bring your own drinks.

Buy from a store and bring it here?

Yes.

Can you get a bottle, honey?

Okay.

Do you have soju glasses?

I have small teacups.

If you don’t mind.

Would these be okay?

Yes.

Here. Thank you.

Here’s 3000 won for soju and chips.

Good night.

Hello.

Seong, Yuncheol.

Who’s asking?

It’s me. Youngji.

What? Hello?

“Still smoke? I want a cigarette."

Are you okay?

Yes.

Are you sure you’re okay?

Yes.

Yeonhee?

Mr. Seong?

You scared me.

What are you doing here?

To show my drawings to Gina.

When did you arrive?

A while ago. I waited above the hill.

But then the lights turned off.

You were going home at this hour?

On this road?

You're very brave.

You can see Gina tomorrow.

Let’s go to the hermitage.

This is the guest room.

Sleep here tonight.

Breakfast is at 6:30.

I know it wasn’t easy to come.

I’ve never seen you with short hair.

It looks great.

Good night.

Cheonbang.

You’re the best, Cheonbang.

You arrived last night?

Yes.

Your skin looks rough.

I keep waking up during my sleep.

Too much water before bed?

Or is it alcohol?

Either way, I’ll reduce my intake.

What’s bothering you?

I’ll tell you after breakfast.

I’m leaving after breakfast.

Tell me now.

It’s nothing serious.

I’m new to the restaurant business.

I rarely get customers.

Maybe because I don’t sell alcohol.

As you advised, I don’t sell alcohol.

Be more friendly to your neighbors.

How far are we going?

I thought you quit drawing.

I thought so too.

Let’s go to university together.

Why not?

Let’s go to art school.

You go.

Shouldn’t you be nicer to be a monk?

Nicer to whom?

To everyone?

To trash?

You’ve changed.

You’re the same.

Hit me. Just hit me instead.

Why are you here?

Who else would I visit?

I want to disappear with you.

You look good in these robes.

I’ll race you to the parking lot.

If you win, I’ll go to university.

Yes! You’re going to art school!

Hey.

You could have told me.

Cheater!

You’re here.

I was up in the mountains in Italy.

The medical center was run by nuns.

The people there all had such rough lives.

I thought my life was bad.

It was nothing compared to theirs.

You came far to see me.

I miss your cooking.

You made me stews and jabchae.

Jabchae?

I made jabchae?

That wasn’t you?

Who was it then?

It’s good to see you.

When can you leave?

Soon.

My sister is coming to get me.

Hello.

Is that garlic?

Yes. It’s garlic.

You serve cold bean noodles all year?

"Guksu Noodles 5000 won. Ddeokguk (Winter only) 6000 won.”

Yes.

And red bean noodles all year?

Yes. All year long.

My daughter likes cold bean noodles.

I like red bean noodles.

They can be ordered as takeaways.

Good to know.

Have a good day.

Hey!

What are you doing?

Peeling garlic.

Let’s go to Brazil.

They’re building another ice rink.

Brazil?

Why? Is your restaurant doing well?

That doesn’t happen overnight.

Are you doing the joint exhibition?

I might do it.

You only do things that make money.

You know what I meant.

You’re earning enough? That’s nice.

Sorry, we’re closed…

No customers but closing already?

How did you know?

Isn’t this your first time?

Can I order?

Really? What would you like?

A spicy rolled omelette.

A rolled omelette?

And some fried eggs.

Are you here to eat eggs?

Why not? Some fried chicken?

What’s that?

Your breakfast.

We can eat this instead.

Youngji’s back.

I know.

You knew?

Did you see her?

Did you scream and yell at her?

Tell her how devasted you are?

No. Why would I?

To give you some closure.

Give her a reason to live in fury.

I didn’t think of that.

You’ve aged... ran out of steam.

If you’re angry, tell her.

You need to tell her.

It’s been a strange day.

Is it your birthday?

No. I was born on a hot summer day.

Do monks celebrate birthdays?

No. They’re monks.

They don’t?

No.

You have no idea, do you?

It’s common sense.

Man, I was worried for no reason.

I’m here.

The water is freezing cold.

My hands are fine.

Don’t you have rubber gloves?

All these need to be washed?

No. Just rinsed.

Where is Monk Geumu?

She left after an urgent call.

A family member is ill.

You slept here alone last night?

No. She left this morning.

I can sleep alone. I’m not scared.

I have Cheonbang.

Cheonbang! Treats!

Welcome back.

You’re here.

Yes. Welcome back.

What’s the cake for?

Today is Domaeng’s birthday.

Isn’t that why you’re here?

I was planning to just quietly make birthday soup.

I didn’t know monks honored birthdays.

We always celebrate them here.

To be born human is special.

Happy birthday to you.

Happy birthday dear Domaeng.

Happy birthday to you.

Domaeng, you need to excercise more.

You need stronger lungs.

It should only take one blow.

I’ll try to run more.

You've done well raising her.

Me?

I didn’t do much.

You didn't give up.

I'm grateful you still look after me.

I could never abandon you.

You almost died that time.

That’s not the same.

I thought you’d never return.

Why?

I was in the neighborhood.

This is my sister, Hyunji.

This is Yuncheol Seong.

Hello.

Hello.

Yes, Dad.

No. I’m out running errands.

You wanted garlic cloves.

I’m getting those.

I’ll be home soon.

Dad.

Actually, I’m with Youngji.

She’s really sick, Dad.

Hyunji, go home.

No.

It’s okay.

His dinner is on the table.

You look so good!

It feels nice.

You look pretty.

On three. One. Two. Three.

That’s me!

Wait. I’m a little insulted.

Let me draw your face.

Sure. When you’re done eating.

I’m done.

Sit over there.

Don’t move.

It’s uncanny, right?

Look.

It’s looks exactly like you.

Mr. Seong.

Yes?

Come down for lunch.

I had a late breakfast.

Oh. I see.

It seems…

I don’t have your cooking talent.

That’s impossible.

Cooking is genetic.

I enjoyed your perilla seed porridge.

I also liked the tofu pancake.

Really? That was a day old.

It didn’t taste like day old tofu.

I made some more yesterday.

Any leftovers?

I’m suddenly hungry.

Come down.

Okay.

You can heat them in the microwave.

I can’t eat if you stare at me.

I’m curious how it’ll taste.

It’s delicious.

You didn’t taste it yet.

I can tell. I eat with my eyes first.

If you say so.

Where are you going?

I’m going on a walk with Cheonbang.

Enjoy your lunch.

Happy birthday dear Yuncheol.

Happy birthday to you.

When I lived with Youngji,

I knew I'd gotten lucky

without putting in much effort.

I hadn't wished for it.

So everything felt like a present.

I wondered if it was my life's climax.

I didn’t celebrate it enough worrying it wouldn’t last.

Thinking, if I don’t enjoy this now,

I won’t have another chance later.

Now that it’s actually over,

I regret not cherishing each moment.

Cheonbang.

What did I get that I wished for?

Was I happier because I'd wished it?

Now too, I'm not who I am because of intention.

I was in the Main Shrine.

You? In the Shrine Hall?

Yes.

That’s out of character.

I’m going to Brazil.

For work?

Yes.

When?

Next month.

Also,

I have this friend.

She has no place to go.

I was hoping she could stay here.

Who is she?

We used to live together.

She’s sick.

She has family.

But they can’t look after her.

How sick is she?

It’s breast cancer.

She travelled a lot after remission.

She did this to herself.

Doctors are worried it might spread.

We get snowed in during the winter.

And roads close during the monsoon.

What if she needs a doctor?

If you’re leaving for Brazil,

she should stay at your place.

This is a nice place.

It’s small.

I’m craving your hot spicy stew.

Are you allowed to eat that?

Yes. I want some.

Hello?

Domaeng. What a surprise.

Really? Where are you now?

Yes. I’ll see you soon.

Go inside if you get cold.

I’ll be back soon.

Are you enjoying the marketplace?

Yes. It’s very nice.

Some sweet pancakes before we shop?

I’m okay. Unless you want some.

Yes. I do.

Then we should get sweet pancakes.

Does Youngji have a favorite fruit?

Yes. Apples.

Fuji apples, please.

You?

I don’t have favorites.

I’m a novice monk.

I remember you did...

Oh. Grapes, please.

No.

Strawberries. Please.

This is where I grew up.

What you see used to be the ocean.

How long ago?

20 years?

Before I was born?

Right, before you were born.

It’s this way.

Do you need help?

I’m okay.

Dinner is ready.

It smells wonderful.

You wear a bracelet?

This?

I was traveling in China last year.

In Yunnan Province,

I boarded an overnight train.

I left my wallet on the train.

You should've worn a money belt.

With no money,

I walked a lot.

At a dormitory I had booked,

a woman was traveling with a baby.

She'd always cook her own meals.

We became friends.

She offered to share her food.

I hadn’t eaten in 2 days.

Then I had terrible stomach pains.

Stomachache, and high fever.

Did you call your mom?

Other travelers at the dormitory

chipped in to buy medicine for me.

They paid for me to stay longer.

It only cost a dollar a night.

But a dollar is a lot there.

They all saved your life.

I went to China with

no thought of returning.

My head was just garbage,

like I was going crazy.

I felt hatred towards everyone.

Mom,

Dad,

friends...

But I hated myself the most.

I finally met mom in Beijing.

Mom is always so busy.

Even though I didn’t say anything,

she kept apologizing.

When I was lying in that dormitory,

a traveler gave me this bracelet to sell.

Said to get well and continue my journey.

Now I want you to have it.

I really want you to have it.

It suits you.

Thank you.

You’re still sculpting.

No.

I don’t know why I kept them.

Sentimental value.

I bet you can’t discard them.

I’m going to.

So you’re no longer a sculptor?

Mr. Seong!

Can I borrow this hat?

What did she say?

She wants to borrow your hat.

Sure.

You can keep the hat.

I’m going out.

Where are you going?

To get some fresh air.

What time is it?

You don’t know the road.

I saw when you drove.

Wait here.

I have money.

I won’t be long.

Stay safe.

Let’s get some fresh air too.

Sure.

Youngji!

What do I do?

Youngji!

What’s wrong?

Do you have pain killers?

Pain killers.

She’s on medication.

I can’t give her random medicine.

She’s in a lot of pain.

Doesn’t she have something?

Youngji. Let’s take these.

It’s getting worse. We need a doctor.

I’m taking you to the hospital.

Have you heard from Domaeng?

She’s on a trip with a friend.

We’ve never been on a trip together.

Cheonbang!

I hope you reincarnate as a human.

I...

Yes?

I’ll be in Myanmar for 2 years.

Why?

It’s time to advance my meditation.

Aren’t you doing that now?

I can’t concentrate.

How does leaving help?

Reading books is not enough.

Focus on helping your sick friend.

Where is Youngji?

She went for a walk.

She likes the smell of nature.

Not far I hope.

There are wild boars.

Wild boars?

Since they paved a road over there,

wild boars have been coming around.

Did you see one yourself?

No, but Domaeng saw a baby boar.

She didn’t go near it.

A mother is always near its baby.

It’s dangerous if you try to touch it.

Nothing happened?

She left when she saw the boar.

Luckily, Cheonbang wasn’t with her.

Now that would be really dangerous.

Where are you going?

Youngji!

Youngji!

Mr. Seong.

Where are you?

Mr. Seong.

Did you fall down?

Mr. Seong.

Are you okay?

Why are you so deep in the mountains?

Youngji already returned with a cat.

Cheonbang!

Dad,

I toured colleges with Yeonhee.

Are you going too?

No. Visiting was enough.

Go.

No.

Fine.

You sure you don’t want to go?

Why are you so persistent?

Think about it. What’s better?

I honestly don’t know.

Yes, you do.

Imagine you’re dead.

But I’m not. I didn’t die.

Try it.

I did.

Gina.

Wait for me.

I thought no one would ever like me.

Even I didn’t like myself.

When Mom didn't return from town,

I went to my father in the mountain.

Under a pine tree,

Father cooked instant ramen for me.

I always sided with my mother.

But that day, I worried for my dad.

He climbed a pine tree,

shook its branches with a pole.

I thought the height suited him.

But then again,

he’d adapt well anywhere.

What are you writing?

Words I want on my headstone.

Oh.

When people come to visit,

I want them to read it and feel better.

The nun is arriving next week.

Really?

I’m going to stay with her.

Are you sure that’s better?

It’s deep in the mountains.

People there have similar illnesses.

All wanting to live longer.

Okay.

I’ll visit often.

Aren’t you going to Brazil?

It’s been postponed.

Thanks for everything.

I was about to call you.

I’m here.

How are you getting to the airport?

The farmer offered to drive me.

You used to complain about the noisy livestock.

I guess you became friends.

When we became friends it got quiet.

Domaeng will manage alone here?

Domang needs to pack her things.

She is leaving too, next week.

What?

I’m leaving this place.

You’re leaving the hermitage?

Yes.

She’s receiving her precepts.

And becoming a real monk.

You’ve made your decision?

Yes.

She can always return.

It’s not a one-way path.

We should make an international call.

I told her earlier.

Already?

Mother comes first?

A mother is one who stays by your side.

Well said.

You did a great job raising her.

Thank you very much.

Thank you.

We climbed a cliff by the sea.

We talked about the island opposite.

It was a place of scandal,

that became the backdrop to a novel.

I don't think we'll visit.

It was within sight, but out of reach.

Nor did we have to go.

We talked, gazing at the island.

We admired the weather.

That day on the cliff together

became engraved in memory.

The island was so close, and so far.