I visited Yu Na today.
Really?
She agreed to sign Ha Neul's adoption papers.
Goodness, that's great.
Mom.
I want to withdraw the complaint we made regarding your case.
She already seemed as though she had given up on everything,
so it just feels meaningless to make her get sentenced...
to a longer time in jail.
Right.
I was determined to take revenge on her...
for what she did to you.
But today, I could see that she was already...
punishing herself regardless of the sentence she had received.
Okay. Good choice.
Forgiveness might be...
the best way to take revenge.
I bet she was miserable after what she did to me.
She was probably already dying inside ever since then.
Are you really okay with it?
Of course, I'm okay with it.
You guys are doing fine now.
So there's nothing to worry about.
The doctor says you can go home...
after about a week or two.
Pretty soon, we'll finally be able to go home together.
Yeon Hee.
There's something I need to tell you.
What is it?
Once I get discharged,
I'll be living with your aunt in the countryside.
Mom, what are you talking about?
You should live with us considering your health.
That's why I want to go.
I lived my entire life in the countryside.
I don't feel comfortable living in Seoul.
I feel like it'll only make me get sick.
That's absurd.
I've been waiting so long...
for you to get discharged so we could live together.
Goodness.
Grandma is going to live with her sister?
Yes. She's going to have a hard time moving around for a while,
so it'll be hard for her to walk up and down the stairs.
Plus, she wants to live at a place where there's fresh air.
She doesn't feel comfortable living in Seoul.
Then why don't we move to the first floor...
or get a house with a garden?
I also suggested to move,
but she's already made up her mind.
Gosh, what should we do?
Once Seo Woo has her baby, we'll all be busy...
helping her raise her child.
So I'm guessing my mom doesn't want to burden us with...
having to take care of her as well.
I know I don't have a say in this,
but it might be better for her...
to recover and get some rest in the countryside.
She's unable to move around freely,
and if she starts to think she's causing you trouble,
that might stress her out and slow down the recovery process.
You should let her move there and hire a caregiver for her.
Instead, you guys can visit often.
That might be the best option for her.
Do you really think so?
Let's think about it a bit more...
and make a final decision after we discuss it with her.
Okay.
How are you doing, Seo Woo?
It's getting harder, isn't it?
Yes. I keep waking up in the middle of the night.
I go to the bathroom more often now that my belly's a lot bigger.
Sometimes, I wake up startled because Pureun...
kicks really hard.
I wonder what kind of kid your baby is going to be.
But do you know what startles me even more?
Whenever I wake up in the middle of my sleep,
I see Hyung Jin looking down at me looking extremely worried.
That startles me even more.
Really?
I'm sorry. I'm just always so concerned.
You both should relax a bit more.
But I know it's hard since it's your first time becoming parents.
You want to drop all charges?
Yes. I already talked about it with my mom and decided to do so.
Are you sure?
She's Ha Neul's mother.
Today, I could see that Yu Na was already...
punishing herself for what she did.
The next time she meets Ha Neul,
I want her to show up as a completely different person...
with no resentment toward us.
So let's do as I say.
Okay. I really hope she knows...
how much you care about her.
I think I'm finally ready to tell Ha Neul...
that he shouldn't hate his mom.
Ha Neul is so blessed...
to have met a great mother like you.
Let's file for adoption as soon as we receive...
Yu Na's letter of approval.
Yes, of course.
By the way,
I'm going to visit the chairman tomorrow.
Because of your stocks?
Yes. I'm going to tell him how I decided to donate...
the stocks he gave me.
Yes, that's a good idea.
I'm going to check on Ha Neul.
Where did you find this?
I threw away that photo.
I know.
I put the pieces back together. What do you think?
It's good as new, isn't it?
I told you before...
that it's natural to hate someone...
and feel sad about it.
When you tore this photo apart,
I bet you were very angry and had a lot of hatred for your mom.
And I'm guessing you were determined not to meet her again...
when you tore the photo.
Yes, I was.
Our emotions are never consistent.
Sometimes, hatred fades away.
And sadness changes into happiness.
How do you think you'd feel once you stop hating your mom...
and wish to see this photo again?
But what if you no longer had the photo?
Then you might regret having thrown it away.
You might not know this yet,
but your birth mother loves you very much.
I know she made you feel sad,
but I'm sure she never hated you.
So I think you should try...
not to hate her so much.
But of course, you should do it one step at a time.
Okay, I'll try.
Then your heart will slowly be filled with...
love, happiness, and joy.
- Okay? - Okay, Mom.
Again?
Mom, wake up.
Wake up.
Stop being so loud.
Why does it have to be my room?
There's Seo Woo's room, Jun Ho's room, and Ha Neul's room.
Why do you have to sleep here?
My gosh, forget it! Whatever!
Gosh.
Look who's here. It's Ms. Jang.
Look who's here. It's the guy who didn't take full responsibility.
What are you doing here at this hour?
Can't you see?
I'm drinking by myself.
What are you doing here?
I came to drink by myself because I couldn't sleep.
Well, with your personality,
it'd be hard to have friends.
- You're a loner, aren't you? - A what?
Stop insulting me.
You don't seem any different.
What?
Are you saying I'm a loner too?
Listen. I have lots of friends.
I'm really popular.
Sure.
Hey.
I never asked you to sit here.
Listen. If we drink alone, it'll make us seem like...
we're very sad people.
So let's just drink together.
Look. I'm going through my biggest hurdle in life,
so I have a lot to think about.
I really need to drink by myself,
so go drink somewhere else.
We'll just sit together.
Instead, let's not bother each other as we drink.
Fine.
Do as you wish.
But you'd better let me drink alone.
Don't talk to me, okay?
Okay, sure.
Gosh.
Hey, wait.
Ms. Jang, you should eat some food.
Hey, you're breaking the rules.
I told you not to talk to me.
I'm sorry. I forgot.
To be or not to be.
To live or to die?
That's not the only question.
Mother or father.
Is it going to be my mom or my dad? That's the bigger problem.
Yes, that's the problem.
Hey, is there...
something that's bothering you?
Yes, it's a really big issue.
I think my parents are going to get a divorce.
But who am I supposed to choose?
What?
If I choose my mom, my dad will be all alone.
And if I choose my dad, my mom will be alone.
I've never been this confused...
throughout the 35 years of my life.
Gosh, you're nothing like what I had imagined.
Are you trying to tell me that there's nothing good about me?
Or are you saying I'm incorrigible?
No, not at all.
That's not it. I thought children from conglomerate families...
would all be rude, selfish, and really mean.
But you totally broke my prejudice.
Is that a compliment?
Yes, of course.
Out of all the women I've met,
you're the most pure-hearted,
kind,
and pretty woman out there.
There's no one else like you.
Yes, that's right.
You really are a great judge of character.
How about we become drinking buddies?
Drinking buddies? Sure. Deal.
- Deal. - Cheers.
Cheers.
Now, we're...
Drinking buddies.
- Hey, wait. - What?
This time, I'm going to go to the left.
Then I'll go this way.
Okay.
Hey, I'm going to go to the right this time.
Then I'll go this way again.
No, this way.
What was that about?
We crashed into each other again.
Mr. Choi, what's the matter?
What?
No, it's nothing.
Where is everyone?
Ms. Yoo and Ms. Lee are meeting a client outside the office.
Can you do me a favor?
Sure.
I'm ready to do everything.
Can you take this to the marketing team?
It's our meeting log.
You can give it to Ms. Jang Jun Hui.
Ms. Jang Jun Hui?
Yes. What's the matter?
No, it's nothing. I'll go give it to her.
You really are a great judge of character.
How about we become drinking buddies?
Drinking buddies? Sure. Deal.
- Deal. - Cheers.
Cheers.
My gosh.
I should stop drinking.
What if I run into him? What am I going to do?
Let's just ignore him.
I'll just ignore him.
Let's act like I don't remember anything...
because I drank too much and blacked out yesterday.
Yes, that will work.
Ms. Jang.
May I help you with something?
- I heard everything. - What did you hear?
We decided to be drinking buddies. You remember that, right?
Drinking buddies?
With whom? With me?
Why?
I don't remember at all.
Wait.
What now?
Ms. Do asked me to give this to you.
Okay.
Gosh, my heart.
It was so hard to act nonchalant.
She's so cute.
- A foundation for children? - Yes.
While filing for Ha Neul's adoption,
I looked into a few stuff regarding the matter.
And I found out...
that lots of kids and facilities require help.
There are so many things we can do to help single mothers...
and single-parent families.
So I thought we could establish a children's foundation...
under the name of Lara Group.
That's a great idea.
I was having a hard time coming up with an idea...
on how to donate my stocks.
I still need to think about the details,
but if you decide to establish a foundation,
I will do my best to support you.
Great.
Then I'll set up a team tomorrow...
and have them get ready for it.
I feel reassured now that you've decided...
to actively take part in the idea.
Where's Ms. Ko?
Oh, well...
She's probably in Jun Hui's room.
Before we begin with the establishment of the foundation,
there's something I'd like to suggest.
Something you want to suggest?
Go ahead. What is it that you want to tell me?
Have you made up your mind to get a divorce?
Yes, of course.
Why would I lie to you?
Yeon Hee and I are thinking about gathering our stocks...
so we can establish a foundation for children.
Do whatever you want.
I'm going to get a divorce before that even happens.
And I expect to receive what I deserve...
for having lived as your wife for the past 50 years.
Okay, sure.
I had no expectations for you,
but seeing that you're not even going to try and stop me,
it looks like you've been waiting to get a divorce.
Why did you want to see me?
Did you call me here to brag about your children's foundation?
In order to manage a foundation,
I need someone who has a lot of experience...
in education and administration.
You used to be a school principal in the past.
That means you have a lot of experience in that field, right?
My goodness, are you saying...
you want me to be in charge of managing the foundation?
I never said that.
But in the process of establishing a foundation,
we need advice from many different people,
and it's going to require lots of people...
to be in charge.
If you're interested,
you can take part as an advisor.
An advisor?
If you expect to get paid, then forget I even offered.
So you want me to be an unpaid advisor?
Forget it if you're not interested.
You can go and meet your divorce lawyer.
When did I tell you I'm not interested?
You made me an offer,
so at least give me time to think about it.
But what's gotten into you?
I'm surprised you're giving me credit...
for my previous work experience.
You worked in the educational field for 30 years,
so I figured you'd be the most suitable.
Plus, you looked the happiest...
back when you used to work with kids.
Yeon Hee suggested...
that you'd be the best person for the job...
since you worked in educational administration.
Yeon Hee?
My goodness.
Well, she chose the right person.
To make up for donating all my stocks, I've decided...
to register all my properties under your name.
I'm sure we'll have enough money to spend...
until the day we die.
I didn't want to get a divorce just so I could have your wealth.
I can't say I'm entirely up for it,
but since you guys think I'm fit for the job,
I guess I'll give it a try.
But who's going to be...
the chairperson of the foundation once it's established?
Goodness.
Woo Joo, what are you doing there?
Why are you angry?
Gosh.
Come on, guys. It's time for breakfast.
- Okay, Mom. - Okay.
Goodness.
Breakfast tastes so good.
Let me eat a bit more.
Dad.
Yes?
What is it, Woo Joo?
What's wrong? Are you angry at him for something?
I'm disappointed.
What? Why? Why are you disappointed in me?
You haven't been keeping any of your promises.
You promised to the first one to wake up...
and the last one to sleep so you can protect your family.
But you're always the last to wake up.
You also promised to eat less...
so you could live a long life.
But you always eat the most.
Woo Joo.
Why don't we just let him eat as much as he wants?
Dad, you were the one who told me...
that promises are meant to be kept...
and plans are meant to be taken into action.
Yes, that's right.
Sorry, Woo Joo. I totally forgot about it.
Well, I'm glad you finally remember.
Then I guess I shouldn't eat another bowl of rice...
since I need to eat less and live a long life.
That's right. You shouldn't eat another bowl.
Okay.
I should live a long life.
I heard Yeon Hee's mother is getting discharged today.
Yes.
Everyone in Gadeuk Building seems to be happy now.
It's the end of all our misery and the beginning of our happiness.
The beginning of our happiness.
Can I eat more rice?
- No. - No.
Goodness.
Grandma.
Congratulations on getting discharged, Grandma.
Thank you, my little puppy.
Is the baby healthy?
Yes, it's healthy.
I'll soon be giving birth.
I'm so happy that you got discharged.
Goodness.
Yes, I'm happy too.
Mother, you're still not well, so let's sit down and talk.
Okay.
Congratulations on getting discharged.
I heard you're doing your best to be a good father.
Thank you.
Don't mention it.
How does it feel to be home?
Gosh.
Seeing all of you here together...
is the best thing I could ask for.
So why can't you live with us?
Why are you insisting on going to the countryside?
We agreed not to talk about that anymore.
You guys can visit often.
And once I get better, I will visit whenever I can.
So there's nothing to worry about.
You're the captain.
Your job is to keep the family together...
and lead everyone in the right direction...
so they can get through life.
Okay, Mother. Don't worry.
I promise I'll keep the family close together...
so we can get through everything and be happy together.
Mom.
Yes.
It's kicking again.
- The baby's kicking again? - Yes.
I guess it's saying hello to your grandmother.
I guess so.
(OB-GYN)
(Delivery room)
I know labor pains can last a long time with your firstborn,
but this is way too long. What should we do?
I know, right?
Do you think she should've gotten a C-section?
The baby's father should come inside.
- The mother wants to see you. - Right.
The baby's almost out. Try to keep it up.
Hyung Jin.
I'm sorry, Seo Woo. It hurts a lot, doesn't it?
Gosh, what should we do? Do you want to get a C-section?
No.
Can you help me?
Let's do what we practiced.
Okay, let's try what we practiced together.
Keep pushing.
Just a bit more.
Okay, Ms. Jang.
Let's push one more time.
Just a bit more!
A bit more!
Seo Woo!
Hyung Jin.
You did great. Good job.
Congratulations.
The baby is 3.2kg, and it's a healthy princess.
Congratulations, Yeon Hee!
Seo Woo, great job.
You did great.
Here.
Nice.
Good job.
Jae Kyung, what's up?
Dad, are you sick?
No, I'm not sick.
What is this?
(Certificate of family relations)
(Han Jae Kyung, Wife: Do Yeon Hee, Child: Han Ha Neul)
I couldn't wait to show it to you, so I ran home.
Does this mean we're legally considered a family now?
Yes.
The three of us are a family now.
We're a real family!
- Ha Neul! - Mom!
Come here, you guys.
We're a real family now!
I'm going to take a photo now. Great. Smile.
Let's take one more shot.
Give me a big smile.
Smile.
(A happy correction leads to a hopeful future.)
(Five years later)
(Amor Fati)
Ha Neul.
Ha Neul is all grown up now.
Let's not talk about him.
The anniversary of Mr. Hwang's death is this weekend.
Already?
When do you think we should tell Ha Neul the truth?
Do I have to dress up?
What's the matter? You wore it every year.
Ha Neul's mother got released from prison yesterday.
Really?