(Episode 31)
You refused to have a wedding,
and you didn't even go on a honeymoon.
I can't believe we got ourselves a daughter-in-law like this.
I told her we should go on a proper honeymoon,
but she refused to go anywhere because of Dad's condition.
She was very adamant about it.
Formalities don't matter.
I'm just happy you accepted me as your daughter-in-law.
You sly witch.
It took us a long and difficult journey to come this far,
so we promise we'll be happily married.
I'll do my best not to disappoint you,
Father and Mother.
Yes, of course.
You went through so much to get married.
I'm going to give you a special gift...
in hopes that you two are going to live a happy life.
This is a very meaningful ring...
that I inherited from my mother-in-law.
- Mother. - Mom!
I'm giving you this...
because I want you to know that you're my real daughter-in-law.
You know what I mean, right?
Thank you, Mother.
Here. Take it.
I can't believe this, Mom.
You're giving that to Yu Na?
What about Yeon Hee, who was his wife for 25 years?
She's your sister-in-law now. Watch how you speak to her.
Mom!
You should say something.
The pillar of our family is married.
I'll keep it short.
Now that I've accepted you as my daughter-in-law,
I hope you'll forget about the past.
However, you must keep your promise...
and make sure you bring Ha Neul...
to our home.
Yes, I'll make sure of that, Father.
Of course.
I'll bring Ha Neul home even if my life depends on it.
Mr. Lee, an advisor...
in our legal team will help.
Take care of it as quickly and quietly as possible.
Seo Woo, come over here.
Come on.
She's your stepmother. You should greet her.
Why are you just standing there? I told you to greet her.
I don't need a stepmother.
I'm not a 10-year-old kid.
I don't need a stepmother at this age.
Seo Woo, that's enough.
How long are you going to keep being like this?
If you keep this up...
Will you get rid of me...
just like how you got rid of Mom?
- Hey, watch it. - It won't be easy.
I still have something left to do here.
I want you to go upstairs.
Enjoy it while you can before I take that mask off you.
I'm sure it wasn't easy for you to get this far.
Seo Woo!
Don't raise your voice in front of Father.
My goodness, that brat.
What are we going to do about her?
She's just like her mother.
She's so full of spite these days.
Your meal is ready.
Okay.
Today's a good day, so don't let her bother you.
Let's go to the kitchen.
Honey, let's go.
My goodness, this is a lot of food.
Ms. Shin, let me introduce you guys.
She's my new daughter-in-law.
Hello, Ms. Shin.
Hello, ma'am.
You said your father passed away when you were young.
But what about your mother?
Does your family know that you got married?
I don't have a family.
My mom also passed away ten years ago.
- Oh, dear. - Really?
Why didn't you tell me about it?
Yu Na has too many secrets.
Hey, watch how you speak to her.
Okay.
Enjoy your meal, Yu Na.
Thanks. You too, Jun Hui.
Seriously?
Okay, let's eat.
What do you think? Do you like it?
I love it. This is just the kind of room I wanted.
I'm sorry...
we couldn't even have a wedding.
It's what I wanted.
What's important is that you're my husband now.
That's all that matters to me.
Thank you, and I love you.
Let's live a happy life together.
I'll make you the happiest woman in this entire world.
Now we just need a family photo with Ha Neul in this room.
Then everything will be perfect.
What's wrong?
How could Grandpa suddenly change like that?
- Hey, Mom. - What are you up to?
If you're not too busy, would you like to come over and eat?
Welcome, you guys.
What's all this?
Is it a party today?
Yes, it's pretty much a party.
We have a big announcement for you guys.
A big announcement? What is it, Grandma?
Let's all sit down first. We're in no rush.
The thing is, my mom and I plan to open a side dishes store.
A side dishes store?
We're really confident about our food.
But if we open a restaurant,
we'll have too much to take care of.
So we wanted to do something that only required us to cook.
That's a great idea.
People tend not to cook at home these days.
And one-person households keep increasing in number.
Instead of making a lot of menus,
we're thinking of sticking to the ones we're good at.
So we've been trying to develop some menus.
Give everything a try and let us know what you think.
We all know that you're both amazing cooks.
You guys will hit the jackpot if you open a side dishes store.
Yes.
I don't know if it'll do that well, but it won't do too bad.
Here. Try them out.
Let's see.
It's really delicious. Right, Seo Woo?
- It's really good. - Don't just eat.
Tell us your opinions.
Grandma, we have no time for that right now.
- We'll tell you later. - My goodness.
This is so delicious.
It tastes amazing.
- Let me try this too. - It's good.
That lady moved into our house today.
They even registered their marriage already.
We knew this was coming.
- Are you upset? - I'm not just upset.
I wanted to reveal her true colors...
before she could marry Dad.
How's your grandfather doing?
He walks with a cane,
but he's a lot better.
Thank goodness.
I still can't believe it.
I don't know about anyone else,
but I didn't think Grandpa would ever doubt you.
As much as he cared for me and trusted me,
he probably felt betrayed by me.
Are you really just going to let go of what happened?
Don't you feel upset?
I do feel upset.
But I don't want to waste my life...
fighting over what happened.
If you think about it, I got a second chance in life.
So from now on, I just want to focus on myself.
I want to love myself...
and spend time with the people I love just like now.
Welcome, Mr. Seo.
Hello.
- Long time no see. - Right.
- Have you been well? - Yes, it's always the same for me.
I'm sure you already know.
She's Jun Ho's wife.
It's nice to meet you. I'm Kang Yu Na.
Hello.
They skipped all the formalities including the wedding,
so this is the first time you're meeting her.
I'll soon invite you and your wife to officially introduce her.
Okay, ma'am. Where's the chairman?
He's waiting for you inside.
I'll prepare tea.
You don't need to do that.
Let the housekeeper do it.
No, I should do it.
I must say, she is so shrewd.
Do you think Dad called Min Koo here...
to talk to him about my position?
I think so.
I don't get why he needs to talk to Mr. Seo about it...
when you're bound to be the future chairman of Lara Group.
I heard you called me, Dad.
Min Koo is going to gather the board tomorrow...
and create a position for you.
Promise me...
that you're going to do your best to learn the business.
That's what I plan to do. Don't worry.
You're new in this industry,
so I figured it might be better for you to work with me.
I plan to create a vice-CEO position for Lara Fashion.
What do you think?
So you're going to be my superior?
Then did you think you were going to be in charge of it?
No, that's not what I mean.
I look forward to working with you.
I look forward to it too.
Why do you come home so early these days?
Don't you have training?
I have a lot of time until my next game.
Just wait a little bit. I'll quickly cook you dinner.
Just a second.
Hello.
You came home early.
Oh, yes.
Ms. Do, what's all that?
I brought you guys side dishes for dinner.
I also brought you soup. You just need to heat it up.
Here.
Gosh, you really didn't have to.
I feel like you always give us so much food.
This time, I need you to do something for me.
Let me know how they taste.
You want us to let you know how they taste?
I'm thinking about opening up a side dishes store.
My mom and I are trying to come up with new menus.
We'd appreciate it if you could give us your honest opinion.
Oh, I see. Okay.
Bye, Ha Neul.
I'll see you tomorrow at my place again.
Okay, Ms. Do. Bye.
- See you. Goodbye. - Bye.
You go to her place every afternoon?
Yes, she makes snacks for me and Woo Joo every day.
She's an amazing cook.
You can't do that. You're putting her through trouble.
She brought us so many things.
They look really delicious.
This is too much.
Why don't we invite Yoon Chul over?
Sure, Dad.
Dinner? I'd love to.
But is it just going to be us?
What do you mean?
Is there anyone else you'd like to invite?
No, never mind.
I'll be there in an hour. Bye.
What are you doing here?
Aren't you supposed to be at your new store today?
How do you know my schedule so well?
People might think you have feelings for me.
Whatever.
Leave if you have nothing to say. I'm busy.
I'm having dinner at Ha Neul's place today.
So what?
Drop by if you'd like to come over for a drink.
I'll bring enough beer.
I need to work.
Since when did you work so hard?
Why not close early and join us?
I'll see if I can.
You should bring your friend too.
We should spend time together.
That's a good idea.
But is Jae Kyung okay with this?
He and I think alike.
He agrees with everything I say and want.
Are you sure about that?
You're always trying to start an argument.
Whatever. Just do what you want.
My gosh.
Why is he so sullen all of a sudden?
He's cute though.
My gosh, what was that?
I can't believe this.
Director Kang really became their daughter-in-law?
The chairman seems to have accepted her...
without a choice because of his grandson.
I can't believe I was right...
about the worst-case scenario.
Jun Ho's going to start working at the company,
and Director Kang might even join.
No way.
She'll be busy enough...
with all the work she has to do at home.
She's not the type to take care of her parents-in-law.
Her actual goal is to take over the company.
You just wait.
The chairman seems to have lost a lot of energy...
after having collapsed recently.
He's not like how he used to be.
Blood is thicker than water.
He may have asked you to be his superior for now,
but he'll soon appoint him...
as the heir of his company one day.
This is making me too nervous.
Let's hurry up and have Hyung Jin and Seo Woo get married.
I know this sounds pathetic,
but they need to be our in-laws so that we can...
Stop being absurd.
We can't make them get married...
just because of that.
Plus, Hyung Jin asked us...
to leave it to themselves.
I was too harsh on Director Kang.
I shouldn't have gone that far.
My gosh.
Haven't you heard from them?
No, nothing yet.
I bet they looked into it...
and finally found out...
that a lawsuit won't get them anywhere.
I feel nervous.
It's like the calm before the storm.
Don't be nervous. Just forget about it...
and get ready for your next game.
Yes, you're right.
Let's go inside, Woo Joo.
What brings you here at this hour?
I thought you wanted to hang out with everyone.
You haven't told him yet?
You didn't tell me if you were coming or not.
- What about your friend? - She'll be here soon.
But I don't know what to do seeing he had no idea.
No, don't worry. You're welcome here.
If you told me about it beforehand, I would've prepared some stuff.
There's nothing to prepare.
Let's just have chicken and beer.
Woo Joo, go inside and enjoy this with Ha Neul.
Okay.
That explains why Yoon Chul bought tons of beer.
- You guys are hanging out? - Yes.
You should go have fun.
I bet you never even got to go anywhere late at night.
You can stay up all night.
Gosh, that won't happen.
- I won't be too late. - Okay.
That's how you live your life. There's nothing much to life.
It's plum tea.
Ha Neul gets stomachaches very often,
so I made it last year.
Thank you.
Jae Kyung, how could you do this to me?
You never gave me plum tea.
Me neither.
You're discriminating us.
What's with you two? You guys drink like whales.
I guess you're right.
We prefer alcohol to tea.
Cheers.
- Delicious. - This smells amazing.
How did you make this on your own?
Don't even get me started.
He may not be perfect,
but I bet he's better than most housewives.
I really enjoyed dinner thanks to you.
I heard you're going to open up a side dishes store.
I'm sure it'll do great.
Everything tasted amazing.
Really? Thank you.
Let's all clink glasses to celebrate her new beginning.
She really loves clinking glasses.
Cheers to our never-ending friendship and love for each other.
- Cheers! - Cheers!
I told you we should move out.
Then you wouldn't have had to work so hard.
I'm sure you've never done any kind of housework before.
Jun Ho, were you also like this to your ex-wife?
What?
You're so caring even though it's only been...
a day for me.
So I'm wondering how caring you must've been toward your ex.
Why would you bring her up?
I don't even want to think about her.
That's enough. You can stop now.
Our family lawyer will be visiting tomorrow.
- To our place? - Yes.
I didn't want this to leak,
so I invited him over.
- Do you think it'll work out well? - Of course.
I'll use all my power...
to get what we want.
This is our first night together as a married couple.
But this is so lame.
I told you we should've gone on a trip.
Let's go to sleep early. I'm tired.
I think it's because I was nervous all day.
You're just going to sleep?
But it's our first night together as a married couple.
Gosh, I told you I'm tired.
Okay.
Good night.
Meet me in the garden.
What do you think you're doing?
What if someone sees us?
What are you going to do now?
What do you mean?
You got what you wanted.
Now my job is over.
I just want you to know that I'm leaving tomorrow.
You can't just leave.
I can't do all the housework on my own.
At least leave after we hire someone new.
I can't stay here a day longer.
I was already anxious enough without you here.
I can't live with you in the same house.
Tell them you're planning to quit.
I'll try to find someone else.
But at least stay until we hire someone new.
You already told them your mother's dead...
when I'm obviously well and alive.
Are you really going to make me call my own daughter "Ma'am"?
What if someone finds out about us?
I'm going to pack my stuff and leave tomorrow.
Just deal with it yourself.
Just stay for a few more days.
I'll try to hire someone new.
Don't ever call me out here again. Do you understand?
My goodness.
How interesting.
Why are you up so early?
Get some more sleep.
No.
I need to be up before your parents.
- Good morning. - Hey.
- You're up already? - Yes.
It's time for you to take your medicine, Father.
Did you sleep well?
It was your first night here. Was anything uncomfortable?
No, I slept really well.
Breakfast will be ready soon. I'll see you outside.
Okay.
Did you see that?
I bet you thought...
nothing would function around here without Yeon Hee,
but there's nothing wrong.
She brought us luck by giving us a grandson.
She's our lucky charm.
What's wrong?
Are you scared the medicine might've gotten switched again?
It won't be easy.
What do you mean it won't be easy?
First of all, the man taking care of the child...
has a very close relationship with the child.
Second of all, you both were the causes of the divorce.
That's your biggest obstacle.
So are you saying it's impossible?
No, that's not what I mean.
Then tell us how we can win.
That's why we called us here.
The law prioritizes...
your child's well-being and happiness.
So judging by the situation, it won't be easy...
unless he has a big flaw.
"A big flaw"?
Yes.
For example, signs of abuse, negligence,
evidence regarding violence,
or if he's unable to support the child financially.
He's a very violent guy.
He even punched me.
Do you think we could use that against him...
Anyway, thank you. Let's call it a day today.
Okay.
I know how much the chairman wants to bring his grandson,
so I'll try my best to find a way.
Please help us out, Mr. Lee.
- Okay. - Bye.
My gosh.
What a lousy law.
Why won't they let me raise my own son?
What?
Why do you suddenly want to quit?
Something urgent came up at home.
I'm sorry.
You can't just quit last minute.
Who's going to do the housework?
Yeon Hee is no longer here.
What's the matter, Mother?
Ms. Shin just told me she wants to quit.
She just told me something urgent came up at home.
Ms. Shin, do you want a raise?
I'll give you a 100 percent...
No, how about a 200 percent raise?
- I'm sorry. - Ms. Shin.
Can't you at least stay until we hire someone new?
Please.
Then please hire someone new as quickly as possible.
You should go and talk to her.
It's impossible to find someone like her.
She's the reason everything works fine around here...
even without Yeon Hee.
If she urgently needs to leave, we'll just have to hire someone new.
My gosh, what are we going to do?
What did Mr. Lee say?
When can we bring the kid home?
It's going to take some time.
This is just the beginning of the lawsuit.
Here.
It's the best place for a side dishes store.
Take a look.
There are 10,000 families living in the nearby apartments.
There's also a subway station nearby,
so there are many young married couples who both work.
And there are tons of studios for single men and women.
This place is perfect for you two.
We don't have enough money...
to sign a pre-sale agreement.
We just came to find a place with decent rent.
I know you'll have to invest quite a lot in the beginning,
but this is way better than paying rent.
You'll have to pay a premium and pay rent every month.
It'll take ages for you to make a profit and become rich.
Do you think we don't know that?
How big is this place to cost 300,000 dollars?
It's too expensive.
It's expensive for a reason.
You must not know since it's your first time doing business.
It's not my first time.
I ran my own restaurant for 30 years...
in a marketplace.
What?
Then you of all people should know that location matters the most...
when it comes to doing business.
Why don't you come with me...
and take a look at the place?
Come with me.
I guess it won't hurt to take a look.
- Mom. - Let's just go and see.
It won't cost us any money.
Come this way.
This is really the perfect place.
Listen, ma'am.
This could be the kitchen.
And over here, you can install refrigerators.
Goodness. Excuse me.
Hello.
Gosh, I'm sorry.
I'm showing the place to someone else.
They're about to sign a contract.
Gosh, you were one step too late. I'm sorry.
Bye.
What was that?
Is there someone else who wants to buy this place?
Don't even get me started.
If you don't sign it now,
someone else will quickly take this place.
There are tons of people who want to buy this area.
Even so, we don't have a lot of money right now.
We'll think about it for one more day.
What?
Okay, sure.
But I'm pretty sure it'll no longer be available by tomorrow.
(Gadeuk Building)
- Ha Neul? - Dad, where are you?
I'm at Ms. Do's place.
What are you doing there?
I'm home, so you should come back now.
Okay, Dad.
(Seoul Northern Family Court)
(Reinstatement of parental rights)
(Applicant: Jang Jun Ho, Kang Yu Na)
(Child: Han Ha Neul, Counterpart: Han Jae Kyung)
Dad.
Hey, Ha Neul.
(Amor Fati)
So that place is ours now?
We almost lost it to someone else.
We'll have equal ownerships, Mom.
Sure, Ms. Do.
You hired your mother as a housekeeper...
and switched the chairman's medicine?
Don't act up.
You don't scare me at all.