(All characters, organizations, places, cases, and incidents...)
(in this drama are fictitious.)
If the CCTVs were not broken...
but tampered by someone...
who could have done it?
I've been thinking about that.
Someone totally unexpected came to my mind.
He seemed so nice. So I felt nothing but gratitude towards him.
But I realized that he was the only person that was capable...
of deleting the CCTV footage on that day.
That is also just my speculation,
and I have no evidence.
So there's no way for me to prove it.
And even at this moment, I still don't think he's a bad guy.
Dad, you've got to help me.
They said they'd kill me if I didn't pay back.
I'll get murdered if I don't pay them within this week.
Dad, please help me.
This is the last time, I swear.
I'll quit both drugs and gambling.
I swear, please.
I'm sure he had a reason.
I'll pay you as much as you want.
I don't care how much, I will pay.
I will write you a memorandum if you want.
He must've had a desperate reason...
that gave him no other choice.
Can you please...
tell me that reason?
I have a son.
He's addicted to gambling and even drugs.
He's rotten to the core.
Not knowing what was going on with my own son,
I was always out, chasing the bad guys...
for over 20 years.
My wife and son were falling apart.
But I had no idea about it.
It was too late...
when I finally realized what was happening.
Still, I couldn't give up on my son so easily.
Even though I knew he was beyond help,
I kept hoping, getting disappointed,
then back to hoping again.
Because you're a parent.
How can a parent give up on their own child?
You're right.
Because I'm a parent. Because he's my child.
No, thank you.
About Seon Ho's case,
I'm very sorry, but I'm afraid there's nothing I can do to help.
I believe you sent the video because you wanted to help.
Do you have evidence that I sent the video?
I'm certain of it.
If the police arrest people based on their conviction,
there would be no such thing as an unsolved crime.
You have Seon Ho's cell phone...
that was at the crime site, don't you?
That's why you sent the video.
I didn't do such a thing.
I know it's a hard thing to do.
I also know that you'll have much to endure.
But the truth...
will be revealed someday.
If you muster up the courage before that,
they'll take it as an extenuating factor.
You talk like a textbook.
Textbooks are useful only in class.
Nobody cares about it in the real world.
Did Eun Joo fabricate it as suicide herself?
Or was it directed by Director Oh?
I told the police everything I know.
I'll wait.
I won't give up but wait...
until you get the courage to do the right thing.
You are like a cactus.
Cacti endure the harshness of the desert.
But I don't believe I can become an oasis.
I'll wait.
Let it go.
Did Gi Chan quit the academy altogether?
I haven't seen him for a while.
Why? Does it bother you?
No, it's not that.
My mom can't come to pick me up because of an appointment.
- Do you guys want to play games? - Sure. Are you down?
You guys go ahead. My mom is coming.
Joon Seok.
I'm glad I found you before you left.
Can we talk for a minute?
How are you doing?
Just the same.
I haven't been able to reach you.
Did your mom tell you not to answer my calls?
No, I was in class.
I muted my phone and didn't know you were calling.
I see.
I know this makes you uncomfortable,
but I had to see you.
I heard from my mom...
that you have something you want to ask me.
Can you answer...
my questions honestly?
Yes.
That night.
What happened?
Which night?
Seon Ho.
The night of his accident.
You two met.
He went off with Seon Ho's mom?
Yes.
Where did they go?
I don't know.
Call him quick.
We didn't meet.
Then why did you go to school at that hour?
You went in through the back gate.
Didn't you go to meet Seon Ho?
Listen carefully.
That night never happened.
I picked you up from the academy and brought you home.
Tell yourself that thousands of times...
until you believe it.
Nothing happened.
That's what it must be.
No.
I went home with Mom from the academy.
Joon Seok.
I think...
it was an accident.
It wasn't deliberate. It was an accident.
I know you're stressed out and afraid.
But this is too much for you to bear.
Tell the truth and take it off your chest.
Only then...
can you move on properly.
You must be bold.
Do not mind what others think.
It means nothing.
Do not sweat the small things.
Look straight ahead.
If something gets in your way,
whatever it may be,
I'll get rid of it for you.
I told the truth.
- Joon Seok. - Why are you doing this to me?
Because there's no hope with the adults.
The adults are not truthful,
but I came here with the hope that maybe...
you'd tell me the truth.
I believed that you're more innocent at heart than the adults.
You are my hope.
The person you have reached is not available.
You will be scared and afraid,
but once you tell the truth,
you will feel much better.
It'll be harder right now,
but for your sake as well, that's the right thing.
Joon Seok. I beg of you.
Tell me the truth.
Please, Joon Seok.
What are you doing?
Wait outside.
Sit. We aren't done.
There's nothing to hear.
Go. My car is outside the academy.
I'm warning you.
Don't bother my son anymore.
What?
I told you. I must protect my son too.
It's yourself you're trying to protect, not Joon Seok.
You want to protect everything you've enjoyed so far.
Don't talk as if you know everything.
Will you make Joon Seok...
live in guilt for the rest of his life?
Stop talking nonsense.
Why would he feel guilty when he did nothing wrong?
Do you really think so?
Look in a mirror.
Look at your reflection and see...
just how shameful you are!
If you want to talk, talk to the police.
This is...
not the right thing for Joon Seok.
Don't you see you're shoving him into a hole?
Mind your own business.
Eun Joo!
Your friend Seo Eun Joo doesn't exist.
I'm just Joon Seok's mom.
Being a mom...
doesn't justify committing a crime.
That's what I want to say.
Stop pestering Joon Seok just because you're the victim's mom.
I've had enough.
Where are we going?
Home.
This is the way to my school.
Why did we come here?
We took this route sometimes.
There are no traffic lights and aren't many people here.
We took this route sometimes.
That night too. That's why we came this way.
Because we sometimes do.
Also, we have a witness who said...
the car parked by the back entrance is the same car as yours.
We never stopped by the gate.
I drove to the back gate by mistake.
We were talking about your exams...
and turned left instead of right.
So we turned around and left.
That night, you teased me for not knowing...
my left and right.
That's what you tell the police if they ask, okay?
You're scaring me.
Answer me.
Okay.
Mom.
Are you angry with me?
You've been strange since yesterday.
The way you look and talk to me scares me.
You're not like you.
In this situation,
it would be stranger to feel nothing at all.
I'm not saying I don't feel anything at all.
It's hard on me. I'm suffering too.
Bear with it.
I can't help you with that too.
How long will you waver and blame yourself?
Pull yourself together.
There's no going back.
Don't make Joon Seok fall as well.
Don't worry.
Even if I live in misery,
I'll make sure I don't ruin your life.
I know it was an accident.
Mom told me.
Sorry for disappointing you.
Why would I be disappointed?
It was an accident,
and even if you reported it right away,
the result would've been the same.
You can't help but feel bad for Seon Ho,
but don't feel any guilt.
The moment you do,
you become guilty.
Worse things can happen in life.
It's just that this time,
you got unlucky.
So did Seon Ho.
I don't think Mom believes it was an accident.
That's not true.
Mom is only stressed out because she's worried for you.
From now on, don't hide anything from me.
Mom and Dad are the only people who can help you.
Don't trust your friends or teachers.
You can't trust anyone, okay?
Okay.
Don't worry.
This will all pass.
It will all be over as if nothing ever happened.
I really don't need them.
Stop being stubborn and get a new pair of shoes.
- These are fine. - No, they're not.
We only got a new pair for Soo Ho last time.
Let's buy you a pair while we're here.
I have a lot of other shoes I can wear.
Stop being stubborn. Just get a pair while I'm offering.
Maybe next time.
I'm fine.
Instead, you should get yourself a pair of comfortable shoes.
Your feet must hurt from having to stand up for so long.
My goodness.
You're probably the only one who'd refuse a new pair of shoes.
I should've gotten a pair for him.
We should go now. It's past 9pm.
Let's wait a little bit more.
Your mom will worry.
But we waited so long.
Just 10 more minutes.
She's here.
Da Hee.
You know who I am, right?
- Yes. - Have you been well?
Yes.
I heard you were sick. Are you okay now?
Why are you here?
You heard about what happened to my brother, right?
Yes.
I know my brother came to meet you on that day.
I didn't meet him.
Why not? Why didn't you meet him?
No reason.
He came all the way to your house with a flower bouquet.
And you didn't meet him for no reason?
Okay, let's leave it at that.
Why did my brother call you several times?
I noticed that you answered once.
Did my brother say anything particular?
I don't remember.
My brother...
didn't try to commit suicide.
I'm sure met someone on that day.
And I personally think it was Oh Joon Seok.
You know something, don't you?
That's why you're avoiding us.
I don't know anything.
Can you please try to remember and be honest with me?
I have nothing to say.
Why do you keep trying to avoid the situation?
You're hiding something, aren't you?
Da Hee, are you okay?
What's wrong?
Da Hee.
What's wrong, Da Hee?
Da Hee.
What's wrong? What happened?
Mom.
I'm sorry.
I was only trying to talk to her.
(Secrets and lies)
- Here. Thank you. - Thank you.
What are you doing here?
What's the matter?
Did they bully you again?
- No. - Then what is it?
Tell me what's wrong.
Soo Ho...
What about her?
Soo Ho...
What about her?
People are turning into monsters.
What are you talking about?
People are so scary.
Is she not answering?
The person you have reached is not available.
No, she isn't answering. I should go and look for her.
I'll look for her. You should stay at home.
Keep calling Soo Ho.
- Honey. - Everything will be fine.
Soo Ho, is that you?
Is Soo Ho not home yet?
No. I'll see you when I get back.
- Keep calling her. - Okay.
What's wrong? Did something happen to Soo Ho?
Is that woman crazy?
How could she slap her?
The least she could've done was comfort her...
for trying so hard for her brother.
Why would she hit her? Who does she think she is?
Don't make things worse and just stay quiet.
How can I stay quiet?
How can you just stay here after hearing about what happened?
You should either go talk to them or do the same thing.
- At least do something. - The person you have reached is...
Why isn't she answering her phone?
Let's go to their place.
We need to find Soo Ho first.
Get up! Let's go to their place.
And do what?
Should I slap Da Hee's face?
Should I do exactly the same thing to her daughter?
That's the least you should do.
Why do we always get pushed around?
Her daughter is sick.
She even screamed.
So what? Does that give her the right to slap Soo Ho?
Stay home.
Call me if Soo Ho comes home.
Where are you going?
In Ha.
I'm so upset.
I think I know where Soo Ho is.
I only saw people getting slapped...
in dramas.
But now that I've experienced it firsthand,
I can't believe it actually happened to me.
I'm so dumbfounded.
Look. Doesn't it look like it would've been really painful?
It was painful for you too, wasn't it?
You should've told me.
I'm your one and only sister.
You could've at least talked about it with me.
You should've sent a signal to show that you were having a hard time.
All you ever did was smile like a fool.
That's not pretty at all.
You look prettier without any makeup on.
Mom also doesn't like it when you wear makeup.
Stop being so dull and get out.
Am I dull?
Didn't you know? You're really boring and dull.
What do I need to do to not be boring and dull?
Will you please get out? Stop disturbing me.
Why are you always so angry at me?
Because you're being annoying.
I'm already upset about my failed exams.
Is that my fault?
You always bring Joon Seok home.
And it bothers me with my studies.
Do you not like Joon Seok?
I don't know. Just get out of here.
You didn't do well on your test, so what?
You can do better next time.
You're so boring.
Get out. Don't come into my room without permission.
Fine. I'm sorry.
Stop saying you're sorry. I'm sick of it.
Sorry!
I'm sorry, Seon Ho.
I'm really sorry for being mean to you.
I'm sorry for calling you boring and dull.
I'm sorry for acting annoyed.
I'm sorry...
for not knowing anything.
It won't happen again.
I'll be nice to you.
So, wake up.
Wake up now.
Please.
Soo Ho.
Mom?
Let me look at you.
You're swollen up.
How could she do this to you?
Did it hurt?
How did you know?
Dong Soo called your dad.
It must have hurt.
I'm fine.
I'm going to yell at them tomorrow.
So forget about it.
Don't yell at the lady.
Da Hee seems really sick.
Since her daughter is sick,
she must have been really upset.
You let her pass this time.
You were assaulted.
You can't let them pass just because you feel sorry.
I'm upset too. And I'm frustrated.
And?
You'll be upset too if I was really sick.
You're upset because Seon Ho is sick.
This is different.
I don't think it is.
Even though I didn't mean to,
but I feel like I was bothering Da Hee.
That's why her mother was upset.
Don't you think it's unfair?
I do, but I decided to let them pass.
So you can also let this go once.
I feel bad for her and Da Hee.
I think she is really sick.
What?
Don't grow up too fast.
If you do,
I'm going to feel sorry.
Why would you?
People say kids grow up fast...
when the parents aren't good enough.
Don't make us feel bad.
So grow up a little slower.
All right?
(Choi Ji Kyung of Jungun Daily)
I edited the parts you told me.
The article will be published tomorrow.
(Prestigious private school in Seoul)
(A student questionably falls from the roof.)
(The cause was school violence.)
(A student falls from the roof. Was it caused by school violence?)
(The unrevealed attacker may be the director's son.)
(Mr. Oh have not gotten any penalty, however.)
(The director's son, Mr. Oh...)
(Protected by the foundation...)
(It has been confirmed that Mr. Oh was the chairman's son.)
(A student falls from the roof. Was it caused by school violence?)
(A student falls from the roof of S middle school.)
(Was it caused by school violence?)
(A student falls from the roof. Was it caused by school violence?)
("Please help me resolve my brother's resentment.")
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Why didn't you tell me?
I was going to, then I forgot.
A lot has been going on.
That reporter, Choi Ji Kyung was once filed for sexual assault.
But he was found innocent.
You knew?
Yes.
And you let him cover it?
I talked to him, and he seemed like a nice guy.
He seemed sincere.
And he wrote the article right.
He did. But it just doesn't feel right.
Mom, mom, mom!
You never call me that way.
- Dad, dad, dad! - What?
- It passed 15,000 signatures! - What did?
That petition I wrote. Over 15,000 people signed for it!
Really?
Seriously, the number skyrocketed after the article.
I might pass 200,000!
Maybe I should be a reporter. It seems so powerful.
You need to be smart to be a reporter.
Then I give up.
That was quick.
Don't quit. Eat your meal and lighten up.
Rice is always good for strength.
I'll cook starting tomorrow.
You should sleep more.
Don't worry, it's not like someone's forcing me to do it.
I told my friends that my dad cooks breakfast.
They were jealous, right?
They asked me if you are unemployed.
Goodness.
Fine.
Today, your unemployed dad will drive you to school.
So you can enjoy your meal.
Gosh, thank you.
The swelling went down.
Sure. Go ahead and eat.
You don't have to worry.
I'm not worried.
You read the article, right?
It was very biased.
We should issue a complaint on behalf of the school.
It won't look so good if I stepped up front.
Of course, the principal should step up.
Wouldn't you agree?
How do we complain about a reporter writing an article?
It was falsely written.
I'm afraid...
we don't have any cause to refute that article.
He wrote the director's son was the ringleader and the attacker!
He was only quoting the words...
of the attackers and the victim's family.
The authenticity of the article is not important.
The article is already out,
and it's a matter of dealing with it now.
Of course. We'll deal with it.
Reporter Choi Ji Kyung was once accused of sexual assault.
Sexual assault?
Yes.
His credibility as a reporter...
and the credibility of his articles are the lowest of all.
How does a person like that still stay in a newspaper company?
Although he was proven innocent,
his experience as a court reporter must have affected the result.
Are you saying there was a secret connection?
Like knows like.
Since the victim had no power, she had no way of fighting back.
Right.
His position at the workplace was weakened due to the trial.
So he must be trying to gain his trust back by writing an issue,
and our school was the unfortunate victim.
How do they trust an article written by a criminal?
That's what I'm saying.
To calm the minds of the parents and students,
we should let them know that the article is treacherous.
To do that,
you should let them know what kind of a reporter he is.
I'll gather the parent committee.
Gather them as soon as possible.
Yes. I know one thing,
and that's not forgiving a rapist.
They're shameless, diabolical, and evil!
Don't be so emotional.
Explain to the parents based on facts.
Of course.
It's only a matter of time.
Before Choi Ji Kyung wins the public's opinions,
we should deal with it first.
May I gather the parent committee on my own?
Sure, go ahead.
Then I'll lead.
And you should hurry on the disciplinary action on Mr. Lee.
I understand you care about the school...
but do not step over the line.
Putting penalties on a teacher is the principal's authorities.
Of course.
But Mr. Lee insulted me in front of the teachers and the students.
Mr. Lee will not be under disciplinary action.
See you.
Soo Ho.
Things will happen because of the article.
Don't react to everything.
And don't get hurt by what they say.
- Don't worry. - I can't help it.
I think that you've been too involved in the case.
If it's about Seon Ho, it's about me.
You are you.
Your brother is important to you,
but you must live your own life.
I'm doing that.
It doesn't seem so.
I'm glad and grateful that you care for your brother,
but I'd like you to hang out with friends,
watch movies and music videos like before.
You can't feel the same as you did back then,
but don't put too much effort in your brother's case.
I'll try.
Okay, try.
- Okay. Bye. - Okay.
Soo Ho.
Good luck.
Go on.
Hey, isn't that him?
It's him.
Wasn't it about him?
People are looking up our school.
Really?
This is crazy.
Why would he write something so obvious?
That's just terrible.
Will our school be a hotspot?
Let's record them and upload the video.
Wouldn't that get us some views?
- That's boring. - Let's give it a try.
We can skip college if we make it big.
You still need a degree.
My parents say you're nothing without one.
Who cares as long as you make money?
I don't care. That's boring.
- I know. - What's this?
We study on our own for the first period.
Go to your seats.
It must be great to be the director's son.
Confess already.
You made the others join in the Avengers game.
Turn yourself in and redeem yourself.
Do it yourself.
Listen up, guys.
He's the ringleader, not me.
You're all being duped.
Do you feel better now?
- What? - If you frame me,
do you feel better?
What? Are you protecting yourself?
You're the one doing that.
Stop acting like a loser and go to your seat.
Are you a psychopath?
You're the ringleader.
Are you crazy? Do you want to die?
You still haven't learned a lesson?
- Let go. - Don't resort to violence.
What?
Will you show some remorse?
This is unbelievable.
Stop it, Gi Chan.
- Stop what? - You traitor.
How could you turn against a friend?
- You're being duped. - Stop it.
Yes, will you stop it?
What a loser.
Darn it.
Don't mind the article.
Don't waver. Act with confidence.
People will react like boiling water,
but they cool in no time.
So act as you usually did and stay calm.
- Okay. - And talk little.
If you speak too much, you're bound to slip up.
Say only what you must.
Okay.
I think...
we should keep Joon Seok at home today.
I should go.
The kids will think something is up if I miss school.
Like Dad said, I'll act with confidence.
Don't worry. I'm fine.
Good. That's fine then.
You should refrain from going out.
Reporters will flock.
Don't answer your phone.
How can you feel okay?
I really am okay. I'm fine.
That's my point. How can you feel so fine?
- Stop it. - I will...
protect you to the end.
Whatever happens, I'll protect you.
But you should...
at least feel bad.
- Mom. - You should at least suffer.
If you don't feel anything,
- you'll become a monster. - That's enough!
Go to your room.
You need to rest.
What is it that you want?
Do you want me to suffer?
Joon Seok.
I told you that I don't feel perfectly fine.
It's hard on me too.
You told me to bear with it.
You said so.
I am bearing with it. So why are you like this to me?
You're confusing me.
What do you want me to do?
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The media is indeed powerful.
It is.
We should change our office's number.
I've been getting calls all morning.
- I'm going hoarse. - Do you want a mint?
Sure.
I'm glad the article was somewhat accurate.
Why are you glad when it mentioned Joon Seok?
I bet the director's furious.
So what if he is?
Are you losing your mind?
No. I'm doing what's right.
Why do you think...
the director couldn't block the article?
He's capable of doing so.
There's bad blood between Choi Ji Kyung and the foundation.
Bad blood?
Are the parents not here yet?
- Hello, sir. - They'll be here soon.
Prepare some drinks for them.
Ms. Ham.
- Me? - Should I do it?
I'll do it.
Did you always make Ms. Ham set out the drinks until now?
- I'll do it. - No, no.
Bored Mr. Lee can do it.
Get us 100 percent fruit juice.
- Sure. - I did some research.
Reporter Choi Ji Kyung is trash.
He committed sexual assault.
Sexual assault?
It's online. Look it up yourself.
He talks about social justice.
I can't believe what the world is coming to.
What's that about?
Seung Man.
Yes, sir.
How about a promotion?
How long will you be a lieutenant?
Stop digging into a useless case.
Arrest Ki Deuk Cheol and get promoted.
We're tracking him down.
Why are you clinging to a closed...
attempted suicide case?
- Park Seon Ho. - Oh, that?
"Oh, that?"
If a violent crimes detective keeps digging,
a reporter is bound to think something is up.
It might not be attempted suicide or a simple bullying case.
I believe it needs a re-investigation.
A reinvestigation, my foot.
Do you have any solid evidence?
I'm looking for one.
If you have time for that, focus on catching Ki Deuk Cheol.
If you keep meddling with that case when you can't even handle your own,
you might end up losing your position.
We got found nothing in the dashcam.
And the street CCTV footages all got deleted because they passed...
the one-month retention period. What more are you looking for?
You need to pass this alley in order to get to Oh Jin Pyo's house.
So?
I'm sure there's a house that has their own CCTVs installed.
Are we not going to catch Ki Deuk Cheol?
Why are you so obsessed with Park Seon Ho's case?
If we get to the bottom of this case,
we might be able to catch Ki Deuk Cheol as a bonus.
What's that supposed to mean?
Will you please tell me?
(Temporarily closed)
(Mr. Lee)
Yes, Mr. Lee.
I was going to call you to talk to you about the article.
Yes, I already know that.
But he got acquitted and...
What do you mean?
Because of that, the school gathered the parent committee.
I think they're trying to question the reliability of the article...
to shift people's attention.
Enjoy.
Okay, thank you.
- Where is In Ha? - Why?
Is she trying to bleed us dry?
Gi Chan apparently ran out of school...
because of that good-for-nothing article.
How will you take responsibility?
Then you should go outside and look for Gi Chan...
instead of obstructing our business.
Do they have nothing better to do?
How could they ask a rapist to write an article?
He got acquitted in court.
I heard they paid the criminal so he would write the article.
What? Who said something so crazy?
The vice-principal said it himself...
in front of all the members of the parent committee.
What?
I think they're doing this to get more settlement money.
Judging by how they even mentioned Joon Seok in the article,
I think they're also preparing to file a lawsuit against the school.
They're using their son to earn money.
They're unbelievable.
If I think about...
what happened to Seon Ho,
I would gladly console them by paying them money.
But they made things get out of hand because we refused to settle.
What is wrong with her?
If she just understood the kids and forgave them like a mom,
everything would become peaceful.
Why does she have to make so many people suffer...
by trying to take revenge?
It's because she lacks love.
There's faith, hope, and love.
And the best out the three is love.
Seon Ho.
You should get up now.
I got you a new pair of shoes.
You should wear them...
and go home.
You can hear me, right?
Stay strong, Seon Ho.
Welcome.
Goodness.
What brings you here?
I'm on my way to the bakery from Seon Ho's hospital.
I see. Would you like some coffee?
No, it's okay. Well...
About the article...
Yes.
I read it.
I feel sorry toward you.
But we still need to try everything we can.
Don't worry about me. It's okay.
Young Chul also did what he did.
He should get what he deserves.
Thank you for being so understanding.
What are you thanking me for?
I wouldn't have been able to do what you did.
How could you forgive me?
You discuss things with me,
and you even care about me like this.
I really wouldn't have been able to do that.
But I still have a grudge against Young Chul.
Yes, of course.
I feel a lot more relieved to see that you understand.
- I'll go now. - In Ha.
By the way...
Did Young Chul tell you something?
No, he still won't say anything.
I see.
You have to stay strong, okay?
A weird rumor is spreading among the school parents.
They think you paid the reporter to write the article.
(Seon Ho's Aunt)
Hey, Seon Ho's aunt.
I told you that my name is Kang Joon Ha.
Right, Ms. Kang.
I want you to answer my question honestly.
Did the vice-principal really talk crazy nonsense...
to the parent committee?
Crazy nonsense?
He told them we paid the reporter to have him write the article.
What?
Is it at least true that he gathered the parent committee?
Yes, it's true.
This is driving me crazy.
He did tell them about Reporter Choi Ji Kyung.
But he wouldn't have said anything like that.
Are you taking his side because he's your boss?
Gosh, what are you talking about?
Forget it!
Mr. Lee.
Did you read the comments on Seon Ho's article?
The comments?
(You should be writing articles, not novels.)
(Are the parents trying to make money off of their bedridden son?)
(You should be writing articles, not novels.)
(Are the parents trying to make money off of their bedridden son?)
(I can't believe the parents paid the reporter to write the article.)
(And I can't believe the reporter took the money.)
Gosh, this is unbelievable.
(We can't criticize the victims just because we hate the reporter.)
(The press should get rid of unworthy reporters.)
(You got your money.)
(How can we trust an article written by a rapist?)
(I heard he got acquitted.)
(He probably committed suicide because he didn't get good grades.)
(And his parents probably schemed with the reporter to cover that.)
(His parents should be ashamed of themselves...)
(for wanting a huge amount of settlement money.)
(His parents own a bakery. I think I know that place.)
(Their bread tastes awful.)
(I feel sorry for the kid. He has horrible parents.)
These crazy jerks.
What are you doing?
What is it?
No, it's nothing.
Gosh, it's nothing.
Move aside.
There's nothing to see.
(I feel sorry for the kid. He has horrible parents.)
Don't mind them.
People just tend to say whatever.
You should hurry over to In Ha.
I think she got shocked because of the comments.
Honey.
A lot of people write comments...
without giving it much thought.
Just ignore them.
You said we shouldn't care what others say.
I want to do that,
but their words keep piercing my heart.
I try not to get hurt,
but it really hurts.
I'm sorry. I shouldn't be like this.
It's okay.
People can't be that strong.
Moms should be strong.
Even moms are only human.
They get hurt and heartbroken too.
You don't have to act strong.
I'm worried about Soo Ho. I think she saw it all.
She called me.
What did she say?
That reporter is such a backstabber.
He should have at least warned us.
But we got lots of followers on our petition bulletin.
I guess the people who came to troll signed the petition.
She's such a brave kid.
That's a relief, honey.
Let's eat out tonight.
I don't know we should, given the circumstance.
It's more the reason we should eat good food and be strong.
I invited Dong Soo and Dong Hee as well.
Good.
(Choi Kyung Sook)
- Hello. - Let's meet up today.
Today?
I read your article.
That's it? You don't feel anything?
It seems like you have some grudges against me.
Writing an article based on personal feelings...
is like writing a novel.
Speaking of which...
can I tell you about a novel I wrote?
I don't have time for that.
I'll tell you a summarized version.
It's interesting. Your acquaintances come out as characters.
Seon Ho met Joon Seok on the night of the accident.
I don't know the reason, but they did.
The story sounds sloppy already.
It's just a plot.
Whether it was deliberate or not, Seon Ho fell from the roof.
I'm going to write that it was deliberate.
How extremely dramatic.
It gets way more dramatic from here.
The school security found Seon Ho on the ground.
It's a fact that he found him.
He looked up and saw Joon Seok on the roof.
The director's son of all people.
I'm sure he was torn as to what to do.
Then he called the director and asked him what he should do.
The director told him to cover it up.
You know I know you well.
So he broke the CCTVs...
since deleting footage might leave a record.
He got rid of the diary, cell phone, anything that might tell a story.
Only after that, he called the ambulance.
It was fabricated as suicide.
What do you think? Isn't it likely?
I think you're heading to prison.
- I told you it was just a novel. - Do you need money?
Money is always needed.
Why? Are you offering?
Why would I give you money?
This proves that you tried to blackmail me.
You...
haven't changed a bit.
You've become worse.
Choose your enemy wisely.
And don't forget your place.
(Voice Recorder)
This proves that you tried to blackmail me.
You...
haven't changed a bit.
You've become worse.
Choose your enemy wisely.
And don't forget your place.
I noticed that you employed some internet trolls.
Try all you can.
Let's see who wins this in the end.
Do Seon Ho's parents know?
That you're using them for your personal interest.
Everything is personal.
I don't believe people who say it's just business.
That lunatic.
Hello, I'm Seon Ho's mother.
Nice to meet you.
What did you want to talk about?
Your daughter told you what happened, didn't she?
I heard Da Hee is very sick.
Still, you shouldn't have slapped...
What's the big deal?
- Ma'am. - Do you think Seon Ho is a victim?
What are you saying?
Do you think Seon Ho is just an innocent victim of...
school violence, and he did nothing wrong?
Excuse me.
Seon Ho was a two-faced kid.
- Why are you doing this? - Listen to me very closely.
Seon Ho was not a victim...
but an assailant!
He wasn't some victim who was treated unfairly.
He was a monstrous assailant!
(Thanks to Lee Sung Min for special appearance)
(Beautiful World)
I met the CEO of the school CCTV supplier.
I'm positive he has the footage.
I checked the CCTVs throughout the neighborhood.
There was about a 30-minute gap.
Could you please explain where you were in that time frame?
Was what I did really in Joon Seok's best interest?
Even if it wasn't an accident,
you'd have made the same choice.
Do you think In Ha would have been any different?
You accuse other people's kid of murder...
No wonder you brought up your kid to be a monster!
Whether it's true or not,
Seon Ho will be a criminal in people's eyes.
Then we'll become just like them.
Let's just forget what we heard.
It might not even be true. So don't even say it aloud.
I found a lipstick in your drawer.
Answer me. Whose lipstick is that?