(This series was produced with the support of MCST, KOCCA,)
(Gangwon-do Province, and Goseong-gun County.)
Is something wrong?
Mr. Park fainted.
Why did he faint?
It was a mistake.
I'm sorry.
What was the mistake?
(A newborn at Peace Village urgently sent to the hospital)
(Tong Il, a baby born prematurely in Peace Village yesterday morning...)
(was sent to South Goseong Hospital.)
Ju Hui.
I'm sorry.
It was a mistake.
Is he okay?
His blood pressure soared, so he fainted.
His blood pressure is 130 over 80. His pulse rate is 64.
They're back to the normal range.
When will he wake up?
He'll get better after some sleep.
But it's urgent...
I'll come back in the afternoon.
(Love Andante Episode 7)
Should I start?
Thank you.
- How are you? - I'm fine.
Eat well.
Hello, I'm pianist Lim Joo Hyung.
The village I'm staying in is...
Peace Village, where Tong Il was born.
Please pray for the baby to come back to its parents healthy.
Issues distract issues.
(In progress)
(Upload in progress)
We have sand everywhere.
Why does it have to be this one?
Sand isn't all the same.
Stop whining and fill up.
My back is about to snap.
Stop complaining.
It has the natural marine minerals, salt, and moisture.
It also has the right temperature for microorganisms to live.
It may revive the oxidized soil of our people's republic.
For our people's republic, I must do this.
(Aunt)
Auntie, what made you call me at this hour?
Na Gyeong, is there a problem at the village?
Problem? What problem?
Your father is traveling to Peace Village. What's going on?
Auntie, when is he coming?
I don't know. He said in a few days.
Na Gyeong, is everything okay with you?
Everything is fine.
I'm doing well at work. Don't worry.
You should look into this.
Your father had an uneasy look.
Okay.
Don't worry. Bye.
What is it this time?
Comrade Na Gyeong!
Comrade, wait for me!
He shouldn't look that attractive.
It's about time...
- It's about time for what? - My gosh!
You scared me.
Why would you be scared?
Were you planning something?
Why would I do that?
Then why were you so startled?
In the name of sacrifice, I'm protecting this village...
What are you talking about?
Look here. This is my social media account.
(Hello, I'm Lim Joo Hyung.)
Tong Il...
Tong Il's treatment is going well.
The South Korean doctors are doing their best for Tong Il.
Don't worry and just focus on recovery.
Thank you.
Make sure to take your supplements, too.
You need to be healthy for your baby to grow healthily.
Thank you.
You're helping Ju Hui and Tong Il...
by uploading the video?
That's right.
You steer the public away from an issue with another issue in a positive way.
Isn't that too rash?
Don't you think that will jeopardize you?
I'm Lim Joo Hyung,
the world's beloved pianist.
Even so, making this into a big issue is dangerous.
Hey, people are watching.
You go home first, Joo Hyung.
What about you?
I need to stop by the center with Comrade Gyeong Ho.
Should I come?
It's okay.
I'll be fine with Comrade Gyeong Ho.
- Joo Hyung. - Yes?
I want to try spice rice cakes from the South.
Spicy rice cakes?
You told me before.
It's sweet, spicy, and tasty.
I did, right?
You said yours is good. You can cook it for me today.
Come home quickly. I'll be preparing it.
Comrade Gyeong Ho, wait up.
Jun Mo, the higher-ups told us to wait...
Sir, the social media...
Hey, don't even utter the "S" word, okay?
I could...
My head is splitting.
It won't just end like this, right?
No one knows.
What do we do now?
The higher-ups will work this out.
Let's wait.
Comrade Na Gyeong and Gyeong Ho, what's going on?
My father is visiting here for work.
The Great Assistant is coming?
You'll have to quickly organize a house for me.
A house?
This is bad. What do we do?
I don't know.
I mean, we do have a way...
What is it? Tell us.
My friend lived with his girlfriend...
behind his parents' back this way.
What did he do?
So you see...
- The Great Assistant is visiting, right? - Yes.
He won't be sleeping over.
This isn't what I did, but...
My eyes are burning.
I'm glad that Ju Hui will cooperate.
Whether my father will overlook it is the problem.
I should find out when the Great Assistant will arrive...
if you were to switch houses.
I'll ask my aunt.
You ask my father's acquaintances.
Yes, I'll get to work and do my best.
Wait for me.
I made it with care and love.
Try it.
You're pretty good.
It looks good, too.
It's better than it looks. Try it.
My mom used to make stir-fried soy meat...
that tasted just like this.
I thought I would never taste this again.
Really? Does it taste like that?
This recipe is my grandma's.
- Your grandma? - Yes.
She came to the South when she was young when the war broke out.
Was your grandma from the North?
Yes. She's from Haeju, Hwanghae-do.
Have you been to Haeju?
No, I haven't.
I haven't been there,
but I learned that it's a quaint and peaceful city.
My grandma was very caring.
She worked so hard to raise me since my mom was busy.
My aunt worked hard to raise me, too.
I shouldn't have said that.
What I want to say is...
when I'm talking to you,
I feel at ease.
It's kind of relaxing.
Just like my grandma.
Are you that touched by what I said?
No.
It was really spicy at first but sweet at the end.
It's spicy.
Did I put in too much chili?
Hold on.
Milk can help ease the spiciness better than water.
Drink it.
I can't feel my mouth.
Is it good?
Yes.
(Seven days later)
(Peace Village Joint Chamber)
(UN South-North Peace Village Project Manager)
I'm with the world-famous pianist.
This will go down in history.
The South and North should talk...
(Minster of Unification, Lee Sang Hyun)
to handle this matter.
(Middle Assistant, Choi Dae Man)
(Director of NIA, Bae Byung Eun)
What were you thinking, creating this mess?
We didn't expect this to happen.
You put our lives on the line!
What do you mean by putting lives on the line?
We're here to resolve this, aren't we?
We were going to reveal the village after the project ended well.
It's already happened, so let's try to resolve it.
Look here.
If the South had kept the promise, this wouldn't have happened.
Our party stands firm.
We want a termination.
It's been partially revealed on social media.
It doesn't make sense to hide it now.
Minister Lee!
Do you think this is acceptable?
Didn't South Koreans learn about legal compliance?
From a moral perspective,
it's true that it's the South Koreans' fault.
But she said it was a mistake.
How can you guarantee that it was a mistake?
Middle Assistant Choi.
I know you come from the Military Security Command,
but aren't you blowing this out of proportion?
South Korea has a habit of breaking promises.
How will you take care of this?
In our people's republic,
this can never happen.
What?
Hurry up! Open the website!
- Quickly! - Yes, sir.
(Hello, I'm Lim Joo Hyung.)
(I'd love to visit Peace Village! Tong Il's birthday is the day of peace!)
(Tong Il, get well!)
(Is this real? This is crazy!)
Peace Village, designed by South and North Korea,
is receiving the raging attention of the world,
which can only mean the project is a success.
Now the village represents peace.
This is a cultural heritage to pass on to the next generation.
Now the South and North must decide.
The UN is also right.
Look, Director Bae.
It took so much to build the village, and opening it publicly might...
create an unexpected problem. Then what will do?
Great Assistant Ha.
Please don't get upset.
Let's try again.
The wind is nice.
Do you think so?
The wind feels pretty cold.
What if we catch a cold?
With this breeze, we'll be fine.
It's been a week, right?
Yes.
Your father came, right?
Yes, he did.
Aren't you going to see him?
He didn't come to see me.
Na Gyeong.
You may say that,
but you want to see him.
What makes you say that I miss him?
You don't have to say anything.
I can tell by your look.
Should I go with you?
Why would you go with me?
I have Comrade Gyeong Ho.
You're lovely...
and so smart.
I wonder what your father is like...
Having silly curiosity is only dangerous.
Is your father that scary?
No.
Na Gyeong, what is...
your father like?
My father is...
a dignified person.
And he's a strong person.
Even if he breaks, he never bends.
He devotes himself to the country and the party.
On the day my mom died,
my father was calm and collected.
Just like that,
without showing sadness.
As always,
he kept his dignity...
My father is that kind of person.
I'm sorry. I shouldn't have asked.
What's wrong?
I have sand in my eye.
When you cry, the sand will come out.
Cry as much as you want.
You have one shot.
That shot will bring immense profit to both the South and North.
What do you mean?
Think about it.
When Peace Village is revealed,
many countries will start trading with us.
They will provide much aid to the North.
With that, the North can achieve economic development and fast growth.
Then, very soon,
the South and North could unify.
Which side is benefiting from this?
What you're saying is...
that our people's republic needs financial aid.
Is that it?
Great Assistant, I didn't mean that.
We're the only divided country in the world.
So we should reconcile for the sake of the Peace Village's purpose...
and achieve unification.
Great Assistant.
It'll be hard to hide this from the party.
We must report this before the party knows.
I know, but wait.
Shouldn't we report this as soon as possible?
I know.
The problem is the UN's push.
Great Assistant.
We should report to the party to make time...
and reveal the project after the residents move out.
If the village becomes public,
it'll open up our nation in no time.
Trade and opening are two different matters.
Minister Lee, I have the presidential office.
Do you?
Let's take a break.
Let's do that.
Let's meet again an hour later here.
The day is ending earlier.
The meeting might have finished by now.
It's probably still ongoing.
It's been almost a whole day.
When people gather to do something together,
when have they ever decided then and there?
Come to think of it, you're right.
But what made you post that?
Comrade Na Gyeong!
It was nothing special.
It's been made out to be one person's fault.
I wanted to share the responsibility.
How is that possible?
Where have you been?
We were making unforgettable memories.
Mr. Piano is out of his mind, right?
Do you think this is acceptable?
You'll see.
I'm Lim Joo Hyung. I can do it.
What a bluff.
You have some courage.
Let's go.
The VIP wants the two sides to talk it out and continue.
That's relieving to know, but...
It's impossible to read them.
It's frustrating.
You know,
to persuade the Supreme Leader,
I'll give all my passion and care.
But don't expect too much.
We'll make decisions for matters except for revealing the village and the baby.
We should discuss...
Discussion means the end of this matter.
Do you accept our offer?
Fine.
We ask for a quick decision to save time.
Very well.
I'll send you the specifics once I head back to Pyeongyang.
Great Assistant, have you been well?
You're here.
Where's Na Gyeong?
If you were going to ask, you could have told me to bring her...
It's fine.
How's the research?
Comrade Na Gyeong is finding a solution by giving every bit of her effort.
Are there any sicknesses?
I'm healthy.
I'm talking about Na Gyeong, not you.
Yes, she's healthy.
She's so well that she has brightened up, going on dates...
What?
What did you just say?
Lead the way.
Great Assistant...
Great Assistant, have some tea.
Thank you.
What's taking her so long?
Should I call her?
Don't call. Text her.
Great Assistant.
Comrade Na Gyeong is here.
You're here?
Sit down.
Please go ahead.
Please give us some space.
Sure.
Take as much time as you need. Let's go.
He seems to know, right?
Yes, I think so.
We might have to pack up.
Stop talking nonsense.
Where is he?
Who are you talking about?
I know everything.
Don't worry about it.
We're friends.
Is that so?
Then...
you wouldn't mind me meeting him.
Why would you meet him?
You don't have to.
You...
like him.
Why did it have to sync?
And why did the important North Korean man have to come?
It's driving me crazy.
If things go wrong because of me...
- What are you doing here? - My goodness!
Did I scare you?
But why are you here?
I was taking a walk...
I might die soon.
What? Why?
It just...
It just happened that I was logged in.
As soon as I plugged my phone, it started syncing and uploading.
Don't worry. I made an even bigger mess.
What?
You distract people from an issue with a bigger issue.
What does that mean?
You'll see.
See what?
You'll see later, so you can stop worrying.
Go home and eat something.
Do you think I can?
Yes.
You told me not to worry, but I can't stop worrying.
A high-ranking man came from the North...
and Gyeong Ho ran to him.
Who came?
I think Gyeong Ho said it's Na Gyeong's father.
Are you okay?
They're okay, right?
They've been talking for a long time.
Hey, look over there.
Is that Mr. Piano?
Why is he coming here?
What?
Na Gyeong...
Na Gyeong's father...
Mr. Piano, take a breath first.
One more time.
Good job.
Na Gyeong's...
Where's her father?
How did you find out?
Where is he?
He's inside.
Hey!
Hey, move aside.
What's going on?
I wanted to meet your father.
Why would you want to meet him?
It's your father.
Are you Lim Joo Hyung?
Yes. It's nice to meet you.
Sir, I'm Lim Joo Hyung.
I've never felt this nervous.
It's because...
I love this woman.
Since you're here, have a seat.
I...
Well...
Sir.
It's the first and last time.
I plucked up every courage I had.
I...
like Na Gyeong.
Are you crazy?
- And? - Pardon?
After spitting the words out,
my head went blank.
What do you expect from me?
I don't expect anything from you...
Father, let's talk.
You have no business with him.
(Health Clinic)
How about bulgogi for dinner?
Okay.
But what are they doing there?
What are you doing there?
Yes, well...
You must be off work.
You're off work a bit later today.
Yes, we were organizing the medicine.
What are you doing?
Well, Na Gyeong's father is here.
Do you mean the Great Assistant?
The Great Assistant?
Who is that?
Why is the Great Assistant here?
What do you think?
Tong Il was born and admitted to a hospital in the South, and...
He came for the video Ju Hui uploaded.
Why did you cut me off?
Why are they sending things here?
- Let's swap shifts. - You're here?
What's all this?
The whole country... No, the whole world is sending gifts.
So all of this is for Tong Il?
Yes, and his parents aren't even here.
Look at this. This must be why.
So just with a few words from a world star,
this is possible.
No wonder...
They're coming.
I'm sorry it took so long.
No, Great Assistant.
Did the talk go well?
Thanks to you.
Well...
- I shall get going. - Yes.
- Lead the way. - Yes, Great Assistant.
Don't embarrass yourself.
Handle it properly.
Don't worry.
Sir.
Please get back safely.
I could never be your father-in-law.
Father!
What? Am I wrong?
You didn't have to go that far.
He doesn't frown even once.
As he treats my father with a kind look,
my heart breaks.
- Let's go. - Yes, Great Assistant.
Are you two okay?
On the day I met her father,
I was reminded of my father who faintly lives in my memory.
And seeing Na Gyeong's father looking at her,
I remember that when my father saw me,
his eyes were warm.
Say what you need to say.
I don't have anything.
I'm sorry about my father.
I understand him.
Even if you don't mean it, thank you.
I do mean it.
I would've done the same if I were your father.
What?
If I had a beautiful daughter who is kind, warm,
and smart as a whip like you,
I would be the same.
You give and take.
Your eyes are overflowing with sweet love.
This isn't the time to laugh.
Haven't you heard what the Great Assistant said?
Are you jealous?
Jealous of what?
I see a dark path coming up.
Wasn't it enough to tell on me?
Don't rile us up and go on your way.
I was going to, even if you didn't ask.
Gyeong Ho can be cute sometimes.
Cute?
Don't you think he's gross?
Sometimes.
Let's go.
Hello.
What? Yes...
Why are you here?
Mister, take care.
What?
I waited to see you one last time before I left.
What are you talking about?
I might be kicked out of the village.
Are you crying?
Everyone will hear.
Please stop.
What should I do?
Come on now!
Mr. Piano, please stop bugging me.
I'm really busy.
Give me a second. I have a question.
Seriously.
What's going on here?
I was saying...
when a guy meets his girlfriend's family...
I mean,
how do you make a good impression?
What?
What are you talking about?
Let's say a man loves this woman.
He has a chance to meet her family.
What does he need to do to be courteous?
What else is there? You greet them politely and...
What I'm saying is...
how do you greet politely?
In my area, you give them a big bow...
or lower your head politely like this.
- Jang Su. - Yes?
Is it different in the North?
The big bow is for marriage.
And we're always polite when we do our greetings.
This is frustrating.
What about a gift when you first meet them?
In our people's republic,
we mostly marry childhood friends.
We don't really do that.
You just greet them? You just say "Hello?"
Yes, we just do that.
It's not much different in the North and South.
- Yes. - Mr. Piano.
You just need to say hello politely.
Hold on.
But...
why are you curious about that?
Well, it's nothing.
I'm just curious.
I thought it might be different.
Isn't it too trivial for him to be this serious?
You're right.
Mr. Piano, are you planning to meet Comrade Na Gyeong's father?
No!
No, I'm not.
In case...
Just in case something happens,
I wanted to be prepared.
What's the time?
Isn't your watch on the other side?
Something is up.
Nothing is up.
I have to practice, so I'll get going.
See that? I told you.
It's like "Crash Landing on You."
Does that mean...
You'll see.
Does that mean...
the Great Assistant is coming here?
Great Assistant Ha Jin Cheol?
(Subtitles are provided by KOCOWA.)