(Episode 1)
What are you making for dinner?
The mackerel is cheap today.
I want a mackerel pike.
I can't believe you're asking for what you want.
How much are the potatoes?
Take them all for five dollars.
You're already serving food at a low price for us.
I should still pay you though.
You can have them delivered to me by 4 p.m.
Take these instead of mackerel pike.
I'll sell them cheap.
It shouldn't be a problem for you to eat them without a few legs.
I'm fine with their shape, but freshness matters.
How much for the mackerel pike?
(Sintan-ri Station)
("Diner")
Welcome!
Father.
What brings you here? You didn't call.
You know I'm not the type of person...
to tell you when I come and go.
Who is she?
This place looks just the same as when my mom worked here.
Why didn't you come...
when Grandmother passed away?
I couldn't dare to.
When are you going to stop living like this?
Where are you even staying right now?
Are you asking because you're worried about me...
or because I might stay?
Don't worry. That won't happen.
Tell me who she is.
Is there a pharmacy nearby?
My head hurts.
He may seem unfriendly,
but he's a kind person.
I told you I was very sick, right?
I'm sorry that I can't take care...
of you anymore.
These are documents of your information,
and this is a letter that I wrote for him.
Please give it to him when I'm gone.
Will we never...
see each other again?
Take care of yourself.
Be courageous.
Did my dad go somewhere?
I'm not sure.
Where's your mom?
She passed away when I was a baby.
What about your dad?
I don't know.
You don't?
How long did you live with my dad?
Since my grandmother passed away.
Why did you live with my dad...
because your grandmother passed away?
I was much younger back then.
I don't remember much.
This is for you.
There's nothing else I could do. Please take care of her.
I'm sorry.
Please don't send me to an orphanage.
The number you have dialed is not in service. Please check...
Why are you grilling mackerel pike on that?
Is your stove broken?
Is that how you cook it in the countryside?
Go back inside.
It smells much better...
than cooking it on a stove.
You might breathe in smoke.
It looks good.
It tastes much better...
when you cook mackerel pike with briquette fire.
I see. This must be the briquette fire then.
I think I saw it on TV.
This is how it was cooked back then.
It's soul food for older people that brings back memories.
("Diner")
You've worked hard today.
There's not much, but please enjoy.
He cooked mackerel pike.
You didn't need to do this for me.
Stop telling him what to do. You only pay four dollars for this.
Who is she?
I'm Kim Young Shin. I'll be staying here from now on.
No, she's not.
I haven't decided yet.
Dear mighty lord grandfather,
please let me grow taller after having this delicious food.
If you want to give prayers, you should address him as father.
I can't.
The mighty lord sounds like a much older man.
My wish is to have a young father.
That's why I can't call the mighty lord, father.
She's witty.
Seriously, who is she?
Eat your food before it gets cold.
- Enjoy! - Thank you!
It looks so good.
It's delicious!
Can I have some more rice?
You can have as much as you want.
But you shouldn't be greedy and leave food on your plate.
By the way, how old are you?
I'm eight.
Me too! I'm Lee Da Jung.
Da Jung? What a pretty name!
It sounds like someone who'll fall greatly in love when you grow up.
Doesn't my name sound...
like I won't have anything special happen to me?
It sounds like a boy's name...
for a girl to have.
What's your name then?
You don't even know if you're going to live here.
I don't need to tell you my name.
Don't be rude to your friend.
Be nice to each other at least while you're around here.
- Okay! - Okay!
Then I'll introduce everyone.
They're my mom and dad.
He's Park Jung Hoon.
He lives with his dad.
That's Jang Oh Bok. He lives with his uncle and his grandmother.
We're all eight years old.
Do you guys all live together?
No. We just have dinner together every night.
We're regular customers who buy a meal every day...
and get together to eat at the same time.
This way, we don't have to prepare several meals,
so we can eat at a more affordable price.
Since you get together to share meals,
it feels like a big family!
Enjoy the meal.
Do you think Young Shin will live here?
Do you think so?
I don't think so.
She's the funniest girl I've ever met.
Why are you sitting there?
Go in and watch TV or something.
I hate being alone.
Welcome.
Are you still serving dinner?
Of course. Our only dish is a home-style meal.
Could I order just one serving?
I just want to feed him.
Sure.
Have a seat.
Is it good?
Yes, it is.
Good.
Would you like some more?
We're closing soon, but there's a lot left.
I already had dinner,
but after getting a sniff of this...
I am feeling a bit hungry.
I never imagined that I'd get to eat...
mackerel pike grilled over a briquette fire again.
It reminded me of my mother's cooking when she was alive.
Take your time and enjoy the meal.
Thank you, young man.
Go ahead. Keep eating.
He may seem unfriendly,
but he's a kind person.
("Diner")
Don't worry about doing that while you're staying here.
I can wash the plate after a snack.
Let me know when there's something you want to eat.
Thank you!
You can just say: "Okay."
Isn't it good to say thank you as much as possible?
If a kid like you says it, it just looks like you're uncomfortable.
Then I'll save it for special occasions.
You don't have to save it.
I just mean you don't have to say it to me.
Can you really bathe alone?
Don't worry.
I can wash my hair, shower, and clean myself.
Then take a bath and go to bed.
By the way, what should I call you?
Who, me?
Should I call you sir like the other kids?
We're not sure how long you'll stay, so just call me what you want.
If you don't like being called sir,
should I call you...
"young man" like the others?
What?
Good night, young man Gyung Soo!
Once upon a time, there was a traveler...
who collected scents.
Leave me alone.
Leave you alone?
You can't sleep in class!
In the early morning, the traveler passed by the field...
and on the pine needles was a round...
Are you going to sit there all day?
Go and play with something.
How am I supposed to play by myself?
Kim Young Shin! Let's play!
Did you...
come to play with me?
This is my school.
I've never seen such a pretty school!
It's so small and cute!
What are you doing? Are you not having fun?
No, I'm just worried about having too much fun.
You're worried about having too much fun?
I'm not sure if I'll live here.
If I have too much fun, it'll be hard to leave.
I guess you're right.
Then what should we do?
We can't not have fun on purpose.
Will you remember me?
Oh, my. Why do you talk like a grown-up?
You don't know the word "remember"?
Of course, I do.
You're just making me sad.
What do you do when you're sad?
What do you mean? I just cry.
Well, I keep it in.
I can keep it all inside.
Do you have a lot to remember?
There are a lot of people I can't meet again.
If you can't meet me again,
will you remember me?
Of course, I will!
Then let's remember each other,
and then meet again and play when we're grown-ups!
Okay! Let's have fun today!
Didn't he eat with us at the "Diner"?
Don't stare at him!
Why?
It looks like he wants to play with us.
The only thing...
he's good at is eating.
When I lived in Seoul,
I used to watch kids play like that too.
I just wanted to play with them.
So should we ask him to play with us?
Kids in Seoul don't play with kids who don't have parents.
So I understand how he feels.
Hey, Oh Bok, come here a second.
She called you over, not me.
Don't tell other kids...
that I asked you to play.
What do you want to do? Should I push you on the swings?
Hey!
Okay.
It's scary. Stop pushing me!
Mom!
Hey, you can't push the swing that hard!
Oh Bok, I'm not playing with you anymore!
I'm strong, aren't I?
You're strong because all you do is eat!
Don't be afraid!
It's just a toy!
You won't get away with this, Oh Bok!
I'm going to get revenge!
Revenge?
So are you going to be the queen of revenge?
The queen of revenge?
Why do you talk like a grown-up?
I don't have many friends,
so I just watched TV with my grandmother.
Okay, I'll become the queen of revenge...
and make Oh Bok into a steamed bun!
Pork foot suits him better than a steamed bun.
What is a pork foot?
After my grandmother died,
I lived with an old man for a while.
He's Gyung Soo's father.
That old man loved pork foot.
He said they're really the feet of pigs!
I love it.
A pig-like kid like Oh Bok...
should be a pork foot, not a steamed bun.
I'm going to turn him into pork feet!
That's so funny!
I really hope you go to this school with me!
Me too!
Let's call it a day and continue tomorrow.
Good work, everyone.
- Here you go. - Thank you.
- Good work. - Thank you.
Here you are.
- Here. - Thank you.
Kids in Seoul learn all kinds of things at academies.
I'm never going to go to college...
studying like this in the middle of nowhere!
You're in elementary school and already worried about college?
At least send me to an academy in town.
I'll think about it.
A divorce?
Forgive me. I've done wrong.
We can't get divorced. What about Jung Hoon?
What brings you here at this hour?
Did something happen at your house?
I wanted to ask you a question as I couldn't solve it.
You could ask me at school tomorrow.
When I don't know the answer to a question,
I can't go to bed.
You must be studying hard.
I used to study at an institute back in Seoul.
I asked my dad to send me to one in town.
But my dad doesn't seem to be interested in me.
It must be because he is busy.
Is it okay if I come here to ask you when I have a question?
Sure.
Da Jung. Jung Hoon is here.
Why don't you come out and say hi?
Oh, my. Why would you come over to our house?
You don't say that when a friend comes over.
I'll come over to study sometimes.
You should study at school.
Why study at our house?
Do you want to be friends?
The only person I want to get to know...
in our class is you.
What? What are you saying?
Sook Jung. Why don't you get off early?
Jong Gwon may be waiting as it's your honeymoon.
I didn't come into the kitchen for a few days, and it's a mess.
We should check the braised short ribs for seasoning.
Yes, ma'am.
She used to work for us as a cook until recently.
But she's become my older sister-in-law overnight. Gosh.
Where are the receipts for the ingredients?
The figures should match up.
Did you pocket it again?
You might get on Sook Jung's bad side.
You make it sound like I'm the only one who used it.
Tell her we paid in cash at a good bargain...
instead of getting the receipt from the producer.
Jong Woo.
You're going through the trouble...
to balance the accounts for this month.
Not at all.
She startled me.
Why would she sneak up so quietly like a ghost?
You don't think she heard us, do you?
Jong Gwon never comes out here,
so we've done everything as we wanted.
I know. Why did he get married suddenly late in his life?
The soup tastes great as you made it.
I'm not familiar with the kitchen,
so I'm not sure if it's seasoned well.
Mom. Can you make me curry?
What do you mean?
Have your meal.
You're like a little master.
He will grow up to be one.
He's the eldest grandson.
We can't say that yet as Sook Jung joined our family.
I'm embarrassed. I'm too old for that.
You're only 44 and in this day and age,
of course, you can.
Why would you be worried? We have Jun Young.
A nephew or a son. It's not much different these days.
You should do well to your uncle when you grow up.
Why don't you join me to the market, Sung Chan?
Yes, I'll get things ready.
Why would you go there yourself?
I've always done it working as a cook, so I'm used to it.
Now you are the hostess of the restaurant "Royal Palace."
It won't be graceful for you to go.
What do you mean?
I was never in a situation to care about these things.
She must've picked out the ingredients...
and not cared for the bills when she was a cook.
My goodness. She's such a bother.
She won't take charge of the books.
She is a dense woman who only knows how to cook.
Let your subordinates do the hard work for you.
You should take things easy now.
Why don't you learn tea ceremony or pick up golf?
Why would a country girl like me learn to play golf?
The only thing I know is how to cook.
It sure is different since you came yourself.
We got great ingredients at a good bargain.
You can give that to me.
You should be in charge of checking the bills now.
You should earn your keep since you're living off your aunt.
Add it up properly, so even a bowl of jjajangmyeon gets counted.
I'll make sure to do it accurately.
Listen to that.
They say you get played right in front of your eyes.
They got me when I'm right here.
I went over to check out the school with Da Jung.
The school was so small and pretty.
Stay outside instead of hanging around here.
It could be dangerous.
I think you'll learn better when you study there.
Did you go to that school too?
This is so hectic.
Young Shin.
Young Shin!
Young Shin.
Young Shin!
Young Shin.
This is driving me crazy.
What are you doing there?
I'm waiting for Da Jung.
I'm going to play with her when school is over.
(A Good Supper)
Do as I say.
Tell him word for word.
When the mother-in-law is not present,
even the dog next door will give you a hard time.
I'm not her brother. Do you think I can raise her?
She should go to school at least.
Parents are not the only ones who raise their children.
All the people in the world raise them together.
Why don't you take Oh Bok to the hospital?
She's causing trouble to the other kids, to be honest.
Are you going to send me away?
What made you think that?
Aren't you taking me to a nice place before you send me away?