(Episode 53)
Thank you...
for accepting my feelings.
I'm not sure if I made the right decision.
As I said earlier,
I will never break your heart and Him Chan's.
You can trust me.
I don't fall in love or make such a promise easily.
Because of the emotional scars of my childhood,
I've spent my whole life avoiding getting my feelings hurt.
That's why I've never been in a serious relationship before.
Why? Were you afraid of breaking up?
Yes.
I didn't want to feel abandoned by anyone ever again.
It's the same for me.
Since I lost my grandmother and my brother almost at the same time,
I'm so afraid of losing anyone I love.
That's why I couldn't even think of opening up to you.
See?
We're so much alike. We're not living in different worlds.
We're just like each other.
By the way,
when did you start having feelings for me?
Come on. Tell me. When did you start having feelings for me?
What about you?
When did you start falling for me?
I remember that moment clearly.
When was it?
The day I gave you the photo of you and your grandmother that I made.
You smiled so happily when you saw the photo.
I felt like something had fallen hard inside my heart,
and then my heart started beating like crazy.
I honestly thought there was something wrong with my heart.
Now, it's your turn.
When did I impress you so much?
Well...
I don't think there was a particular moment like that for me.
I don't know when it started, but I realized...
that I was missing you.
I felt lonely when you were not around.
And I couldn't stop thinking about you. I developed feelings for you gradually.
Why are you looking at me like that?
Because I want to kiss you.
My gosh. Don't be ridiculous.
I'm not being ridiculous.
Aren't we together starting today?
Couples don't kiss from the first day of dating.
Oh, right. Him Chan must be waiting for me.
Well... Go home safely. I should go back in now.
Dong Hee.
Good night. I hope you have a dream about me.
What? She wants you to move in with his family?
And you said you would do so?
What else could I have said when he asked me to do so?
Are you serious?
You should've firmly refused.
You know I'm not in a position to refuse.
And it doesn't really matter.
I'll only see her briefly when I'm home since I'll keep working.
You're so naive.
Why do you think your future mother-in-law wants to live with you?
Obviously, she's planning to give you a hard time.
You said she had even framed you.
Can't you see?
Of course, I know that. Why wouldn't I?
You're going to live with her while knowing that?
I'm not afraid of her. And you know me, don't you?
I'm not one to let others get the better of me.
That's true. You're not that type.
But what about me?
What will happen to me?
Even if you move in with his family,
I'll get to move to Secret Palace, right?
I just told you that I wasn't in the position to ask for anything.
I'm not asking you to make that happen.
Didn't Director Kang say anything about it?
No.
- No? - No. He said nothing about it.
So don't get your hopes up. I have no intention of asking him for anything.
Hey, wait.
What's the point of marrying you off into a rich family?
They say that he that would eat the fruit must climb the tree.
I think I should step up now.
Honey, did you call Dong Hee?
No, not yet.
Then call her to ask her when Him Chan will be discharged.
I'll go and pick them up.
Okay. I'll do that.
By the way, did you ask Young Soo about the job yesterday?
Did he say there's a vacancy for a security guard job?
No. Apparently, everyone wants that job.
Really?
Yes.
Be patient, and wait for a chance.
Okay. I understand. Now, call her.
Okay.
Hi, Dong Hee. It's me.
Yes, Auntie Myung Sook.
Him Chan just had CT and MRI scans done.
I see.
Then when will the test results come out?
They'll get them before noon, so we'll leave after that.
Okay, then.
Your uncle will go and pick you up. Come home with him.
That's not necessary.
Thank you, Auntie Myung Sook.
Okay.
It was your great-aunt.
She said your great-uncle would pick us up.
But Mr. Kang said he would come.
I'm sorry, but Mr. Kang can't come because of work.
- I should take this. - Okay.
Hello?
It's me.
It must've been uncomfortable to sleep there. Did you sleep well?
Yes, I slept well.
Did you really sleep well?
Of course, I did. Why do you ask?
Well, I was too excited to fall asleep.
When should I go there to pick you up?
My uncle will come to pick us up. You don't have to come.
I said I would go.
Then can't we see each other today?
He can go home before noon,
so I'll be at the office in the afternoon.
Really?
Okay, then. I'll see you later.
Bye.
Cha Yeol.
Is the rumor about Ms. Baek true?
What rumor?
That she's marrying Director Kang.
Really? Is that true, Cha Yeol?
Yes.
Good morning.
Ms. Baek, congratulations.
I heard you're getting married to Director Kang.
Did you hear the news?
Thank you.
I'd like to congratulate you too, Ms. Baek.
Thank you.
I'll treat you all to lunch today to celebrate it.
Oh, yes!
(Executive Director Kang Sung Wook)
Yes?
Your mother-in-law is on the line.
Should I put her through, sir?
"My mother-in-law"?
Oh, yes, put her through, please.
Yes, sir.
Hello?
This is Seung Ju's mother.
Oh, hello, Mother.
I should've called you first. My apology.
At least you know. Then it's okay.
I want to see you before the family meeting.
Are you free today?
Today?
Then let me check my schedule and get back to you.
Yes.
Can you check my schedule?
Of course, sir.
Honey, they're here.
Okay.
Welcome home.
Are the test results fine?
The doctor said he was perfectly fine.
Thank goodness. I'm relieved.
And when can he take off the cast?
A week later.
I see.
That's good. I guess it's not so bad.
Him Chan, you should be really careful from now on, okay?
Yes, I'll be careful, Great-aunt Myung Sook.
Change your clothes, and come back.
You should have lunch.
Auntie Myung Sook, I should go to work after changing my clothes.
Without having lunch?
I can eat something at work.
All right, then.
Okay. Let's go.
I enjoyed the food.
Thank you for the lunch treat, Ms. Baek.
- Thank you, Ms. Baek. - Hey, Dong Hee is there.
- Dong Hee. - Oh, hello, Jong Min.
Is your child okay?
Yes, he's fine. Thank you for your concern.
Why didn't you take another day off since you had a good excuse?
Dong Hee is not like you, Ms. Kim.
What did you just say?
- The elevator is here. - Let's get in.
Let's get in.
Where did the two of them go?
They'll come back. Let's go.
What are you doing?
You know what I'm doing. Didn't you come in to see me?
You can see me as much as you want.
Nonsense. That's not why I came in.
You said you had started missing me,
felt lonely when I wasn't around,
and couldn't stop thinking about me.
Are you still denying it?
Gosh, I hate myself. Why did I say that to you?
How about we kiss since we're bored?
No.
And I don't want to have my first kiss at a place like this. So move.
"Your first kiss"? Will our first kiss be your first kiss?
What? I didn't say that.
You just called it "your first kiss."
Well, I... Anyway, I have no intention of kissing you here.
Just get out of my way.
Are you Mr. Kang Sung Wook? I'm Seung Ju's mother.
It's nice to meet you. I'm Kang Sung Wook, Mother.
It's nice to meet you too. Please have a seat.
Yes, thank you.
He's very handsome.
Have you had lunch?
Of course, I have. It's way past lunchtime.
Please speak casually to me, Mother.
Shall I, then?
Yes.
Are you ready to order?
Yes. What tea would you like to have?
Not much needs to be done.
Replacing the moldings and wallpaper would be enough.
Understood. Then what color would you like for the walls?
The color for the walls?
Let me ask my son first.
(Mom)
Don't mind me, and answer it.
It's not important.
Please have your tea.
- Okay, then. - Yes.
What is he doing? Why won't he pick up?
Then I'll let you know as soon as I talk to my son.
Sure.
- Then let's go out. - Okay.
I heard you asked Seung Ju to move in with your family.
Well... Yes. I'm sorry, Mother.
Are you, really?
Of course.
She's your precious daughter.
I'll take good care of her and love her dearly.
Of course, you should.
That's that.
You know that my family is not in a good financial position, right?
Yes, I'm aware of that.
That being said,
considering your reputation and all,
I'd like to move to a new house. What do you think?
Moving to a new house?
Why? Can't you do that?
Oh, that's not what I mean. I should've thought of that.
Sure. I'll get you a new house.
Thank you.
Since it's been brought up, I'll ask you for one more thing.
I quit my job as well to avoid damaging your reputation.
So I'd like to find a new job.
What kind of job do you have in mind?
How about you help me open up an Inha Fashion store under my name?
I'm sure I can run a clothing shop incredibly well.
I can buy you a house,
but I can't make the decision by myself when it comes to our stores.
Is that so? Are you saying you won't do it for me?
I'll discuss it with my father first.
Okay, then. Discuss it with him.
I'll look forward to hearing good the news.
Also, to save my face,
don't say that I asked you for it, okay?
I understand, Mother.
Hi, Ms. Han. It's me.
Director Kang didn't answer his mobile phone.
I'd like to speak to him if he's in his office.
Director Kang stepped out to meet someone.
He's out? With whom is he meeting?
Someone who claimed to be his mother-in-law called.
What? "His mother-in-law"?
I see. Thanks.
She'll see him at the family meeting.
Why would she want to see him alone?
Oh, dear. Then I'm sure...
that your brother has a lot to think about.
Obviously.
He worked hard his entire life.
Since he lost his job so suddenly, he seems dumbfounded.
Why wouldn't he be?
The life expectancy is 100 years now, and he's only 60,
which means he's lived only half of his life.
He must be dumbfounded,
thinking he might spend the rest of his life with no work.
It must be hard for him to figure out what to do with his life.
I know.
It seems that he wants to get a job as a security guard at least.
But it doesn't seem so easy to do so either.
A job as a security guard?
Yes. Why?
Then shall I offer him to work here?
What do you mean by that? He could work here?
The person who works at this building as a security guard said he was quitting,
so I have to find his replacement.
Oh, I see.
Would it be discourteous of me to offer him the position?
It wouldn't be discourteous of you, but...
Are you saying that my brother could work at this building?
If he's willing to work here, yes.
Will you ask him if he wants the job?
I don't know. I'll think about it.
Think about what?
You startled me. What brings you here again?
You quit working here.
I'm not here to work.
I was passing by and thought I could stop by to say hi.
So? What do you need to think about?
Nothing.
Come on.
Hyun Seok, what were you two talking about?
Nothing.
Even you have to be like this too?
Actually, Jung Eun said her older brother had retired.
And I said he could work here as a security guard.
My goodness. You're already helping out the aspiring writer here.
And you'll even take her brother under your wing too?
Taking him under my wing? How could you put it like that?
I'm offering him a job.
That's a nice way to describe it.
But that means he'll benefit from you.
I'm speechless. Everyone in her family is really something.
We don't know if he will accept the offer.
I'm pretty sure he'll take up the job.
(Hyena Hair Salon)
Hello.
Hello. Please sit here.
I guess you're preparing to get a hairstyling license.
Yes, I am.
You seem very diligent on top of being good-looking.
Thank you for saying that.
Hello. How would you like your hair done?
A perm as always.
By the way, how old are you?
Pardon? Are you asking me? I'm 33.
But why do you ask?
I have a niece. I want to set you up with her.
What?
She's also studying to become a hairdresser.
Do you want to meet her?
Thank you for your consideration,
but actually, I'm divorced.
Oh, I see.
Oh, right. My other niece is a divorcee.
Shall I set you up with her then?
No, that's okay.
I'm not interested.
That's a shame. You seem like a good catch.
Mr. Kim, can you wash her hair, please?
Yes, ma'am. Please come this way.
What a shame.
Mom, I'm here.
Why do you come here so often?
What's wrong, Mom? Did someone make you upset?
No, nothing like that happened.
Just go home and study. Go now.
Fine. I'll go.
Why would you take it out on me?
Gosh, that little...
Let's eat out with Him Chan later this evening.
You want to eat out?
Yes. Let's tell him about us over dinner.
That's okay.
What do you mean? Aren't you going to tell him about us?
I'll tell him later.
Later when?
Anyway, not now.
You never know what tomorrow holds.
I think it's too soon to tell him.
What do you mean by saying, "You never know what tomorrow holds?"
Dong Hee, can't you trust me?
I didn't say that.
Or are you going to betray me?
No, it's not like that.
Then why can't you tell me?
That's not important. I'll take care of it.
So don't worry about it.
Dong Hee.
Mr. Kang.
Him Chan, did you go home safely?
Yes, I came home safely.
Are you feeling okay?
Yes, I'm fine.
I see. I'm relieved.
Actually, Him Chan, I have a favor to ask of you.
Can you do me a favor?
Sure. Go ahead. What is it?
Yes. Okay.
Okay.
What do you think? Do you think you can do that for me?
Yes, I'll do it for you.
Thank you, Him Chan. I'll count on you.
Okay.
- Here. - Thank you, sir.
Can you find 99-square meter apartments in Gangnam for sale?
- Apartments? - Yes.
Got it, sir.
(Executive Director Kang Sung Wook)
(Chairman Kang In Kyu)
Come in.
- Hey. - Are you busy?
No, it's okay.
Do you have something to tell me?
Yes.
What is it?
I'd like to open up a new store for Seung Ju's mother to run.
Your future mother-in-law?
Yes. I think she'll be a little lonely after Seung Ju and I get married.
Why? Did Ms. Baek ask you for that?
No, she didn't. I came up with the idea.
Really?
Of course. Could you approve of it?
I wouldn't mind if you did it for her.
But I'm still upset about her lying.
Please forget about that now.
Could you please give it some thought in a positive way?
All right. I'll think about it.
Thank you, Dad.
What?
He told you to look for a 99-square meter apartment in Gangnam?
I see. I should go now.
I can't believe her.
Let's leave for the day.
- Yes, ma'am. - Yes, ma'am.
I'll get going now.
Okay. Then I'll see you tomorrow.
Why did you come out, Him Chan?
I want to wait outside for my mom.
You want to wait outside?
Your mom will be home soon. You don't have to go out.
And you hurt your arm.
I know, but I still want to go out to meet her.
Can I go, Great-aunt Myung Sook?
Do you want to go out that much?
Yes.
Go ahead, then. But don't go too far.
Wait in front of our house, okay?
Okay.
Oh, my. Him Chan, what are you doing out here?
I want to go for a walk with you.
- You want to go for a walk? - Yes.
Let's go for a walk together when you fully recover.
Let's stay at home today.
My arm doesn't hurt at all.
So let's go for a walk now, okay?
Come on. Let's go.
Okay. Slow down.
- Are you excited to be outside? - Yes.
Mr. Kang is over there.
Mr. Kang.
Hi, Him Chan. Come over here.
Let's hurry up and go, Mom.
Seo Him Chan.
Did you plan this with Mr. Kang? Is this why you asked me to go...
for a walk with you?
I'm sorry, Mom.
Let's go now, okay?
You're here.
I can't believe you planned this with my child.
I'm sorry. I couldn't think of anything else.
Thank you for your help, Him Chan.
No problem.
Him Chan, I have something to tell you.
What are you going to tell him?
Him Chan, I...
want to be your mom's boyfriend.
What do you think?
Cha Yeol.
A boyfriend?
Yes, a boyfriend.
Does it mean you and my mom will date?
You even know that expression too?
Of course.
Then do you know what that means too?
Yes, that means you and my mom like each other, doesn't it?
Yes, you're right. That's what it means.
Him Chan, it's not like that.
I like that, Mr. Kang.
Really?
Do you mean that?
Yes, I like the idea of you dating my mom.
Thank you, Him Chan.
Now that I got Him Chan's approval,
I'll ask you out officially.
Here. This is my heart for you.
Please accept it.
Cha Yeol.
Accept it, Mom.
Thank you.
We made it.
- Oh, yes! - Oh, yes!
(Bravo, My Life)
What's going on between you two? Are you dating now?
Dong Hee, you said he's the son of your company's owner.
His parents won't approve of you. You have a child on top of everything.
Hey, Director Kang turned out to be very handsome.
Did you meet Sung Wook?
What? You'll open up a new store for Ms. Baek's mother?
I'm here, Ms. Choi.
Oh, my. Seung Ju.