(Episode 110)
I can't believe this.
You really are out of line.
You want to raise who?
You will raise Him Chan?
I understand that this comes as a surprise to you.
But please calm down and hear me out.
Hear what? I can't listen to this nonsense.
You're young, and you can definitely have another child.
But I can't.
I'm infertile.
I can't get pregnant again.
So what?
You can't have another child,
so you want Him Chan?
Yes.
Is Him Chan an object to you?
Is he a mere object to you, Ms. Baek?
I never said that.
Why must you twist my words?
I was wrong.
You said you risked your life to give birth to Him Chan,
so I let you see him, thinking you had some love for him as his mother.
But I couldn't have been more wrong.
Dong Hee.
You never loved Him Chan.
To you,
Him Chan is just someone who fills your void.
Do you realize that?
No, I love Him Chan too.
I love him as much as you do!
No, I love Him Chan more than you do.
I'm done talking...
and listening to you, so I'll get going now.
Do not show up in front of Him Chan again.
I won't let you see him ever again.
Wait, Dong Hee!
Has she completely lost her mind?
So? What did you say to her?
I said I'd never let her see Him Chan again...
and told her to stay away from him.
Good.
They say takers always want more.
You kindly let her see him, so she should've been satisfied with that.
How dare she offer to raise him?
My gosh, I'm speechless.
But you know, she won't give up easily.
She came all the way here when you told her she couldn't meet Him Chan.
She won't listen to you and back down.
That's true.
What if she threatens you again that she'll tell Him Chan the truth?
I'll have to keep her away from Him Chan so she can't do that.
Actually, that said...
Do you want me to pick him up after school?
Yes. I'm sorry.
Don't be sorry.
Don't worry.
Him Chan can come home with Hye Na, and I thought he was old enough now,
so I haven't been paying much attention.
But I'll watch and guard him at all times, so don't you worry.
Thank you, Auntie Myung Sook.
Anyway, I'm really worried.
Hey, Him Chan. You were reading a book?
Yes, Mom.
Him Chan, can I see your phone?
Here.
(Pretty Lady)
(Block Contact, You will not receive phone calls or messages from this number.)
(Contact Blocked)
By the way, am I not going to Ms. Baek's place today?
No.
You won't be able to see Ms. Baek anymore.
I'm sorry, Him Chan.
Why is that?
Well, some stuff happened.
Are you sad that you can't see her?
A little. But it's okay.
I already told her that I wouldn't be able to visit her...
once you and Mr. Kang got married.
You did?
Yes.
What is it, Mom?
It's nothing. Go back to reading.
Okay.
Him Chan!
Why did you come home alone? Is Him Chan not coming today?
Mom, how do you feel about me raising Him Chan?
What do you mean? You will raise Him Chan?
If I bring him here,
you can help me raise him, right?
What on earth are you talking about?
Hey, are you planning to steal him from Dong Hee? Is that it?
Steal him? What are you talking about?
I gave birth to him. He is my son.
After all these years? Are you even listening to yourself?
Whether it makes sense or not isn't even the issue here.
Do you really think Dong Hee will let you take him?
If she doesn't, I'll consult a lawyer.
What? You'll consult a lawyer?
You also heard...
that Dong Hee would move in with her in-laws after her wedding.
The others in the family...
may warm up to Him Chan, but her mother-in-law won't.
She'll be so mean to him.
Do you want me to let him live there, knowing that?
No. I cannot do that.
Since this happened anyway,
I'll take this opportunity to get Him Chan back.
I will raise my son.
Do you think the law will side with you?
I am his birth mother,
so I'm sure I have some rights too.
I'll find a competent lawyer who can help me get him back.
Gosh, I don't know.
Let's look into it first, then.
What do you mean, Tae Pyung?
She may try to take it to court?
Well, the fact that she said those things...
tells me that she won't back down easily.
What I'm saying is that...
she might start a lawsuit and try to win back custody of Him Chan.
Right, she might do that.
Then what will happen?
If she takes it to court, she may be able to take Him Chan from us?
That I don't know.
Dong Hee.
Call Cha Yeol and ask him to look into it.
He probably knows more people.
I bet he knows a lawyer or two.
Seung Ju said she wanted to raise Him Chan?
Yes.
That said...
If she starts a lawsuit, things will get very complicated.
Can you look into it for me?
Who'd be more likely to win if she were to take it to court?
Yes.
Okay, I'll look into it.
But as far as I know,
they'll base the decision on who should raise Him Chan for his sake.
So don't worry too much.
I'm certain that you're not at a disadvantage.
Do you really think so?
Yes.
So don't worry and give me some time.
I'll contact the lawyer I know and find out more.
Thank you, Cha Yeol.
I told you not to thank me for these things.
No matter what anyone says, Him Chan is my son now.
Why would I let someone take our son away from us?
I'll never let anyone take him away from us,
so just trust me.
Okay?
Yes, okay. I trust you.
(Law Office)
So you're saying you are the child's birth mother,
but his aunt adopted him and has been raising him, right?
You want to win back your parental rights and custody of the child.
Yes, that's correct.
If I sue his aunt,
can I get back my parental rights and custody of my child?
No, I'm afraid not.
Then what? Are you saying I can only win back one of them?
No, that's not the case either. I'm sorry.
What do you mean? That's not the case either?
Well...
I'm sorry to disappoint you,
but I'm afraid you can't claim any rights over that child.
What did you say?
Did you not hear what I said earlier?
I am his birth mother.
Right, I know that.
But you said you abandoned him as soon as he was born,
and his aunt has been raising him all this time.
I did not abandon him.
I thought it'd be a temporary thing.
I understand you had a situation,
but his aunt is the one who has been raising him since he was a newborn.
So...
his adoptive mother has all the rights over him?
That's right.
I can't believe this.
Up until about ten years ago,
it was accepted that birth parents had some rights too.
But now, the law puts children's happiness first.
The biggest factor in making the legal decision...
would be who should raise the child to ensure a happy childhood.
So unless his aunt abused or neglected him,
she, as his adoptive mother, reserves all rights.
I didn't come here to listen to this nonsense.
I'll find another lawyer.
I'm sorry.
Other than being able to see him twice a month,
there are no rights you can exercise over that child.
Really?
Legally, I reserve all rights over Him Chan?
Yes, so you can put your worries to rest now.
There is nothing Seung Ju can do to take Him Chan away from us.
Thank you, Cha Yeol.
Thank you so much.
You don't need to thank me.
I'm relieved.
Me too.
What happened? Did they say you could get Him Chan back?
No.
They all said I had no rights.
Seriously?
How is this possible?
I'm the one who gave birth to Him Chan.
How is it possible that I have no rights?
Does this make sense to you, Mom?
What can you do? That's the law.
This is insane.
It makes no sense.
I told you!
She let you see him. You should've been satisfied with that.
She won't even let you see him now.
You brought this upon yourself by being too greedy!
I'm so upset that I can't see Him Chan anymore.
Good riddance!
Yes, exactly.
My gosh. Times have changed.
I thought the birth mother would have the upper hand.
I was worried too. Thank goodness.
It's such great news.
We should celebrate.
Yes, I already ordered fried chicken.
Oh, it's here.
Coming!
Come down, guys. Let's have fried chicken!
Yes! I'm so excited!
Mom, Dad! Have fried chicken with us!
Be careful.
Mom! I think the baby is coming out.
- Hey, careful. - My gosh.
Already?
You said she wasn't due until next week.
Right, but I think the baby will come out any minute now.
- Dad, can you start the car? - Okay.
Are you sure?
- Hurry up and come out. - Okay.
What's going on?
The baby is coming out.
Dong Hee, stay home with the kids.
We'll take Ja Young to the hospital.
Grandma, can't I come too?
I'll call you as soon as the baby comes out. Just stay home.
- See you later. - Okay.
Be careful.
Ja Young, I hope you have an easy delivery.
Thanks.
- Oh, gosh. - Ja Young, careful.
- Hey, Kim Tae Pyung! - Ja Young!
- It hurts so much! - Hey, Ja Young!
Mom, is she in a lot of pain?
Oh, she'll be okay soon.
Really? She just gave birth?
Ja Young gave birth?
Yes, just now.
Is Ja Young okay?
How is Ja Young? Is she okay?
I'm so glad to hear that.
So is it a baby girl?
No, it's a boy.
Really? But Jung Ho was convinced that it'd be a girl based on his dream.
I guess the dream was for someone else.
Really?
Yes, all right.
Anyway, send my congratulations to Tae Pyung and Ja Young.
You and Jung Ho too, congratulations.
All right.
What? It's a boy?
Yes.
Then what was Jung Ho's dream about?
Who knows?
That's odd.
Oh, boy.
Anyway, I really envy Ja Young.
What's wrong with me? Is it indigestion?
Have things become more stable at work? How is it going?
You know how competent Dad is. Of course, things are much better now.
So? Are you on the lookout for a new design manager?
There's a designer who'd be perfect for the position,
but that person has three months left on the current contract.
Is that so?
I'm thinking Ms. Kim can be the team's interim manager...
until we hire that designer in three months' time.
What do you think, Dad?
Is this person talented enough for us to have to wait three months?
Yes.
It'd better not be someone like Seung Ju.
Mom.
Honey, please.
Why bring her up? It's not exactly a pleasant memory.
I'm still traumatized by that experience. That's why.
Don't worry. I won't make the same mistake again.
I trust your judgment, so go ahead and hire that person.
Okay, Dad.
And about Dong Hee, she has completed her internship,
so I'll give her a permanent position.
Really?
Of course. She received the best performance review.
Dong Hee will be very happy to hear this.
Anyway, what's going on with your wedding?
Right. We decided to live here with you guys.
As for the date and other details, I'll let you know soon.
Really?
- You made the right decision. - Thank you.
Is Dong Hee still stressed out because of Seung Ju?
She was quite stressed out, but she is okay now.
Why? What else happened?
Seung Ju suddenly offered to raise Him Chan.
What?
It's baffling, isn't it?
Think about how upset Dong Hee must've been.
I really wished her all the best. What is the matter with her?
Right?
But she's quiet these days, so I'm relieved.
Congratulations on being appointed our interim manager, Ms. Kim.
Thank you.
Congratulations on landing a permanent position, Dong Hee.
Thank you so much.
Ms. Kim, say a few words.
I'll only manage the team for the next three months,
but let's do a good job together.
Since Cha Yeol and Dong Hee are permanent employees now,
let's do our best so that our team can be Inha Fashion's anchor.
I still have a lot to learn, but I'll do my best too.
Please help me out.
You two should blow out the candle together.
Shall we?
Dong Hee, let's do it together on the count of three.
Sure.
In 1, 2, 3.
Congratulations.
Here.
Congratulations again, Dong Hee.
Thank you.
Seung Ju has been quiet, right?
Yes, it's actually making me a little anxious.
Let's start planning our wedding.
Okay, let's do that.
Your number has been blocked by the recipient.
They blocked my number?
Even if they do this, they can't stop me from seeing Him Chan.
Mom.
Him Chan!
Did you know I was picking you up?
No.
(Taekwondo School)
Him Chan!
Mom, Mr. Kang!
What do you feel like eating today?
Him Chan, what do you feel like?
Let's go eat pasta.
Is that okay with you, Dong Hee?
Yes, I'd love that.
Okay. Then let's go eat pasta.
Gosh, that startled me.
Don't slam the door.
My gosh. What's with her?
Hey, did something happen? Why are you so angry?
I can't sit back and do nothing.
I must get Him Chan back.
What are you talking about?
How will you get him back? Even if you sue them, you won't win.
Hey, are you going to kidnap him or something?
Do you think I'm crazy?
Then what? How will you get him back?
If Him Chan finds out that I am his real mother,
he'll want to live with me. I'm sure of it.
What?
You'll tell him that you're his biological mother?
Yes.
You said you weren't crazy.
Then how did you come up with such a crazy idea?
That is the only way...
I can get Him Chan back!
That's what you think.
Do you think Him Chan would want to live with you...
if you told him that you were his birth mother?
Believe me. That will not happen.
How do you know?
How do I know? Who wouldn't know that?
He loves Dong Hee very much.
You think he'd leave her to live with you?
Wake up.
That was the case when he thought Dong Hee was his real mother.
If he finds out that I am his biological mother,
he'll have a change of heart.
Seung Ju.
Please come to your senses.
You need to think about Him Chan too!
Mom, you just wait and see.
Like I said, Him Chan will want to live with me.
Shall we go see it now?
Yes!
Okay, let's go!
Hey!
- Me? - Yes, you.
Do you remember me?
Oh. You're that lady Him Chan knows, right?
Yes, you remember me. What's your name?
I'm Jung Hwan. Kim Jung Hwan.
I see, Jung Hwan. Can you do me a favor?
A favor? What is it?
Hello?
Hi, Jung Hwan. What's up?
Now?
Okay, wait for me. I'll leave now.
Okay.
Him Chan, where are you going?
Jung Hwan wants to meet up to talk about something.
You two can talk tomorrow at school.
Why does he have to see you now?
He said it was something important.
I'll be right back, Great-aunt Myung Sook.
Then go talk to him and hurry home when you're done, okay?
Okay.
Those little kids have an important matter to discuss?
Him Chan!
Hi.
What is the important thing you needed to talk to me about?
Oh, actually...
That lady asked me to call you here.
What?
Hi, Him Chan. It's me.
Hello, Ms. Baek.
Then I'll see you later.
I'll be off, then.
Thanks.
Him Chan, how have you been?
Good. What are you doing here, Ms. Baek?
I have something to tell you.
Me? What is it?
Why don't we sit down first?
Sure.
What did you want to talk to me about, Ms. Baek?
The thing is...
What is it, Ms. Baek?
Him Chan, I'm going to tell you something very important.
So listen carefully, okay?
Okay, go ahead and tell me. What is it?
To tell you the truth, I am...
You? Go on.
I am your biological mother.
Sorry? What do you mean?
How could you be my biological mother?
I gave birth to you, Him Chan.
What did you say? You gave birth to me?
Yes.
I gave birth to you.
That's why I am your real mother.
Do you understand?
(Bravo, My Life)
Mom, you gave birth to me, right?
I'll tell you everything. Open the door.
Dong Hee and Him Chan really wanted to meet the baby.
They can't see the baby right now.
You broke Him Chan's heart!
And you say that you are his mother?
- Him Chan is gone? - Him Chan is gone?
What if something bad happens to Him Chan?