We went to a famous restaurant in Mangwon-dong,
and we even went on a bookstore date.
Let's go to a skating rink before this winter is over.
Or we can go for a sleigh ride.
It's cold.
It won't be cold if we use heat packs.
- Please? - Okay, fine.
Great.
Jin Hyuk, I...
It's a gift.
Open it.
- This is... - It's a case for your camera.
I made it myself.
I made it little by little after work,
and it came out better than I thought it would.
How did you make this?
What an earnest gesture.
I knew you'd acknowledge that.
Look at what's engraved on the case.
Do you like it?
Weren't you going to say something?
It's nothing important.
If we can't avoid it, I hope I look pretty in the pictures.
When I saw the pictures of us,
I always looked discouraged and stiff.
Let's go to the bookstore tomorrow and read books.
That sounds good. I wanted to go too.
It's the size of your face.
- Really? - Yes.
- It doesn't cover my face. - It does.
Just your eyes.
(Jin Myung)
You're a pretty good boyfriend.
You're doing great.
Look at her.
She came out even prettier today.
(Episode 15)
Sir, wait!
Congressman Cha, please tell us what's going on.
First of all, I'd like to deeply apologize to everyone...
for worrying the citizens.
During the reelection period,
I, Cha Jong Hyun,
received illegal political funds from a corporation.
I will confess the entire truth to the prosecution...
and receive whatever punishment that is going to be given to me.
I hope this...
will be able to correct many misdeeds that have occurred.
(I voluntarily came to the prosecution to correct my misdeeds.)
Are you admitting to all the allegations?
Was that corporation Taegyeong?
It's a bit early to explain everything honestly,
so I'm being a bit cautious.
But from now on, don't be surprised when you see...
what kind of path I take as a politician.
Also, never think that what I do is because of you.
They have yet to make an official statement.
Cha Jong Hyun confessed that he received illegal political funds,
and the political world is keeping quiet.
Many people are making cautious assumptions...
as to which company was the one that funded him.
There's not a quiet day for our CEO.
What's going to happen?
I heard Taegyeong paid him.
Wouldn't that make things complicated?
Who says it's Taegyeong?
Nothing's for sure.
Isn't that why she married the son of Taegyeong?
Please take good care of Soo Hyun.
I'm asking you to become a strong fence for her.
And I feel very happy that you're currently by her side.
I thought it was strange.
This is why he visited my brother on this death anniversary.
It looked like the members of his party didn't know either.
He will be the only one getting hurt if there's no evidence.
Taegyeong will get out of this no matter what.
Why is he trying to fight against them? This is crazy.
I'll be holding a press conference,
but I need evidence.
What evidence?
I want you to be my witness.
What do you mean?
You're doing what?
We received illegal political funds from Taegyeong.
Don't you know what this means?
I'm going to say that I knew about the funds from the start.
You'll only get a suspended sentence that way.
You should go abroad on trips for a while.
You'll be pestered if you stay here.
No, I can't do it. I won't.
Honey.
This is something we must do.
Are you going to let Soo Hyun be controlled by Taegyeong forever?
I'll pretend I never heard you.
What you wanted...
isn't going to happen. Don't you get it?
In the end,
you ended it all.
(Cha Soo Hyun)
Is she inside?
I was told not to schedule any meetings for today.
I'm sorry.
(CEO's Office)
Has she...
been eating?
I'm taking a good care of her.
I'll come back later.
I guess your values matched...
Taegyeong's very well.
The path we took together is itself a promise.
There are many evidence related to you...
at Taegyeong.
(Chairwoman Kim)
The number you have dialed is not available at this moment.
(Soo Hyun...)
(Type your message)
- He's out. - Congressman!
(Mr. Nam)
How's Dad?
He's coming out now. I'll take him home,
so you should get some rest.
Okay.
I appreciate it.
Do you admit to the corruption?
- Congressman! - Congressman Cha!
Please say a few words.
Congressman, say something.
Give me your keys.
I'll wake you up when we get there. Get some sleep.
Do you want to get some tea?
It's really late.
I'm sure you're tired today.
You should go and rest.
I have something to say to you.
You finished work late.
I waited for you.
I figured you might be alone, so I waited.
You must be...
really worried about your father.
I don't know how I should help him.
Your father...
probably just wants you to eat well...
and work well.
I sound lame when I try to comfort you, don't I?
No.
Thank you for worrying with me.
Don't make me sad.
Of course I'd worry with you.
Did you eat anything?
Should I get us a piece of cake?
Jin Hyuk.
We should...
break up.
I thought long and hard.
Let's break up.
It's not because you did anything wrong.
It's not because our love isn't big enough.
What are you trying to say?
Some loves...
remain dear only up to this point.
Please help me.
I want to live on with happy memories of you.
Help me.
Why should we leave it as a memory?
We should make memories together.
There are still so many things I want to do for you and with you.
What do you mean?
We're the only ones happy.
Soo Hyun.
Every day I met with you was a miracle.
This kind of miracle...
and memories that seem like a gift...
I don't want to shatter that.
I know it's hard because of...
what your dad is going through.
I understand.
I feel so bad that there's nothing I can do to help.
Still,
I must be beside you and protect you.
That's what I promised.
So don't say that...
You said...
you care for me a lot, right?
I...
care for you a lot too.
That's why...
I want to end our relationship here.
My dad will find a way to overcome what he's faced with now.
It's not too hard to bear, and I won't be afraid.
Then...
why...
Why are you abandoning me?
How could I...
How could I abandon you?
I'm letting you go.
I'm sorry.
I'll leave first.
(Jin Hyuk)
(Missed Call from Jin Hyuk)
(Jin Hyuk)
(Missed Call from Jin Hyuk)
(11 Outgoing Calls to Soo Hyun)
(Soo Hyun)
- What about Jin Hyuk? - I woke him, but he's not up yet.
Is he ill?
I don't know. He won't say anything.
Jin Hyuk.
- Yes? - You don't look well.
I had a lot of work to do.
Mom, I have to wash up and go to work right away.
I can't have breakfast.
Today, based on the statement of Congressman Cha regarding...
receiving illegal political funds for the election from Taegyeong,
the prosecution will start investigating Taegyeong...
with a search and seizure warrant.
The court has determined there is a risk of destruction of evidence.
Whether Chairwoman Kim Hwa Jin of Taegyeong will be summoned...
or not has not yet been decided.
- Hello. - Dad.
Don't skip your meals.
You too.
Don't forget your medication for your blood pressure.
I know.
How is Mom doing?
She's resting in her room.
Don't worry. What about you?
Don't worry about me. You and Mom are the ones suffering.
I'm sorry.
Why are you sorry?
Thank you for mustering up the courage.
I know very well how you feel.
Okay, I'll talk to you later.
I'm worried you might be summoned by the prosecution too.
They will find nothing from the search and seizure.
What if Congressman Cha's wife...
She got on her knees and begged me to help her.
She doesn't have the guts to testify.
There's no need to worry.
They will find no evidence or data from Taegyeong.
How could I abandon you?
I'm letting you go.
Jin Hyuk.
Let's go in. They're all gathered in the meeting room.
Okay.
Like you all know, the company is going through some turmoil lately.
Let's focus on our company's establishment event,
and change this troubling mood our company is going through.
Let's cheer up.
- Sure. - All right.
How about K-pop idols?
No one lifts up the mood better...
- Let's keep thinking. - Sure.
Jin Hyuk,
are you sick?
No, I'm good.
You seem very pale.
You seemed ill this morning,
and now it's gotten worse.
I'm all right.
I think it'll be better if you took the rest of the day off.
Go.
- Hi, Dad. - Are you busy with work?
It's all right. I got off early today.
Really? Then come by the store.
- You're here. - Have you had lunch?
Of course. It's way past lunch time.
Ms. Cha brought this over.
The rich flavors suggest that it's good.
Would you like one?
I'm good. I already took some medicine.
I knew you were in no shape to work today.
We'll close up and hit the sauna.
I'd rather get some sleep.
I'm sure you're worried about Ms. Cha.
She must be under a lot of stress too.
You need to be strong at times like this,
not get sick with a cold.
I'm fine now that I've taken my pills.
- Are you sure you're all right? - I'm good.
The lack of sleep must be why I seem gaunt.
Since you took the day off, you should get some rest.
Right.
(Jangsoo Fruit Shop)
Jin Myung, is that you?
Why are you home at this hour?
You must be sick.
I took some medicine, so don't worry.
Why did you only send up the document?
You always hand in the report in person.
I didn't want to bother you.
It's hard meeting people at times like this.
I'm all right. Work must still be done anyway.
Don't we have a musical guest for this year's foundation day event?
What do you say to a classical music concert?
I'd rather keep it short...
and not bore our employees.
I want it to be substantial this time...
and award many of our employees.
Yes, I'll make sure of that.
Also,
Jin Hyuk headed home early today.
He said he was fine,
but I could tell that he had come down with something.
If you wish to buy a meal for someone...
as an apology,
it should at least be a meat dish.
There's a lot of meat in that. Meat and vegetables.
Must you have pulled back on your expenses...
- at this moment? - I need to save up.
Jin Hyuk paid for the mess I caused at the pub.
I'm saving up to repay him.
Well, I'm touched by your love for each other.
- Really? Then leave that for me. - Hold on!
Think about me at least as half...
as you think about your brother.
I'll probably like you more than Ms. Jang does.
Darn you.
Hi, Dad.
I'm at Dae Chan's restaurant.
Jin Hyuk? Okay.
What about him?
He's home early, and Dad wants me to check in on him.
(Jin Myung)
Hi, Jin Myung.
Jin Hyuk, do you have a fever?
No, I'm fine.
Then why are at home all alone?
I want to get some rest.
Do you want me there?
I'll get some rest and head to Dae Chan's restaurant.
Every day I met with you was a miracle.
This kind of miracle...
and memories that seem like a gift...
I don't want to shatter that.
Hello.
Can I have this and the chocolate cake?
Sure.
(2019 1st Quarter, Donghwa Hotel TV Drama Sponsorship)
I hope this elevates your mood.
Why did you come back?
How can I go home when you're this sad?
Sweet desserts cure broken hearts...
which is why I bought this chocolate cake.
I hope it puts a smile on your face.
It's good. Thank you.
How's your father?
He says he's all right.
I'm glad your father chose to show courage this time...
although you'll be sad since it's your dad.
Still, this will put an end to all law suits.
He put it all to bed with one move.
Because of me, things will get worse for him.
Not this again. Why is because of you?
Are you to blame for Jin Hyuk's mother too?
It is.
It's not your fault that Jin Hyuk fell for you.
Does she only care about her son?
- Mi Jin. - I still don't think it was right.
Who is she to meddle in her son's relationship?
My situation isn't normal.
Being normal is also something to criticize.
Besides, love is a two-way stream.
Are you really here to comfort me?
I am.
I'll stop talking, so eat.
I'll keep my mouth shut, so dig in.
Don't squash my generosity.
I'll head to Cuba once things get sorted out with my dad.
I will visit though...
to check up on my parents.
You should take about a year off too.
You can't quit though.
All right.
I'll take time off work...
and have the time of my life in Cuba with you.
Did you see a doctor?
Are you really sick?
It's not like that.
Medicine and some sleep did the trick.
How did the meeting go?
Tell me what you discussed.
Just rest for today. I'll tell you tomorrow.
But I'm all better now.
Tell him before it drives him up the wall.
Eun Jin's idea to cast K-pop idols was turned down.
Ms. Cha wants a quiet but...
meaningful ceremony.
Still, to keep it exciting,
we'll be voting for the best employees from each branch.
That'll be fun.
- Where do we vote? - On our website.
From our Seoul branch,
people say that you're a front-runner.
Nonsense. Mr. Park is more popular.
I've never seen you this down before.
Is something going on?
I should've worn thicker clothes.
I'm coming down with a cold.
(Chan's Moon Snails)
Jin Hyuk!
Ta-da. Drink this before you sleep.
Drink it and sleep with your covers up to your chin.
- All right. - I'll get going then.
Jin Myung.
Yes?
Thanks.
What was that?
Thank you.
Gosh, that's corny.
I'll get going. Head home already.
It's cold.
Did you really meet up with her...
and ask her to break up with Jin Hyuk?
That's because I'm not a very understanding person.
I can't bear to watch Jin Hyuk get hurt.
Do you not care about how he feels?
I did that because I knew Jin Hyuk would never give up.
He never looks back once he makes a decision.
If he made a decision to walk a certain path,
you should be helping him out.
If you can't help him, the least you could do is stay still.
Why did you do that?
I don't regret it.
Once time passes, it'll all quiet down.
But I can't let them go any further, honey.
Jin Hyuk may be suffering right now,
but he'll forget about everything with time.
Once he gets married and has kids of his own,
his memories of this moment will become vague.
Do you think he's capable of doing that?
Do you really think he can live like that?
Do you not know your son at all?
Okay, fine. Let's say they keep seeing each other.
But what if they eventually break up?
Then Jin Hyuk will be the only one getting hurt.
Honey, I don't even ask for much.
I just want to live a normal life like we've always had thus far.
Although we weren't always abundant with food or money,
we were always able to live with a smile on our faces.
That's how I want to live.
Back when our kids were young,
we didn't even have enough money to start a store.
So we had to sell fruit on a stall.
I had to go to the fruit market,
and you had to wake up at dawn to open the street stall.
And although Jin Hyuk was only seven years old,
he helped us out by taking care of his little brother...
at the break of dawn.
Jin Hyuk withstood all those hard times for us.
How could you not do the same when you're his parent?
I can withstand everything.
There's nothing I can't do for my child.
But in this case,
Jin Hyuk will eventually be the only one getting hurt.
It's so obvious.
Honey.
You made a mistake this time around.
I'll get punished for it.
Do you think I feel comfortable?
Do you think I don't know that Ms. Cha...
is also hurting right now?
I'll get punished...
for breaking her heart.
But I can't let Jin Hyuk get hurt.
I'll just get punished for everything.
We're the only ones happy.
I...
care for you a lot too.
That's why...
I want to end our relationship here.
(Soo Hyun)
The number you have dialed is not available...
(Secretary Jang)
Secretary Jang, where's Ms. Cha?
Why didn't you tell me that you met my mom?
That's not the reason why...
I broke up with you.
I already made up my mind.
So let's not...
make it more painful than it already is.
How is that even possible?
How can it not be painful...
when I won't get to see you again?
She just needs time...
just like we did.
After time passed by,
all that left between us was affection.
So let's wait and give it some time.
- My mom... - Your mom...
made me tangerine syrup.
It was so simple and pretty.
It was something nobody could buy...
with money.
How can I break something so precious?
I can't do that, Jin Hyuk.
Soo Hyun.
Thr press write articles about our family...
even when we gather together for a meal.
People gossiped me...
when I had ramyeon with you.
You remember that, right?
That's how chaotic our family is.
Do you really think...
that simple and pretty tangerine syrup...
suits me?
Do you think...
I love you because you're the CEO of Donghwa Hotel?
Do you think...
I was interested in you because your father was a competent politician?
No, and you know that.
The fact that we come from different families...
can't be a reason to break up.
Everyone's different.
Love is about two different people starting to resemble each other.
Please don't do this.
I can't let you go.
I can't bear to watch you...
or people who are precious to you...
slowly get exhausted because of me.
I think that would be more painful...
than not being able to see you.
I'm sorry.
I don't think I'll be able to handle it.
Do you really think...
that simple and pretty tangerine syrup...
and beautiful fruit syrup?
I think that would be more painful...
than not being able to see you.
I'm sorry.
I don't think I'll be able to handle it.
I already made up my mind.
So let's not...
make it more painful than it already is.
I'm sure you can't understand it.
But in time,
I hope you'll be able to understand me.
Even if that never happens, it's okay.
It's okay even if I remain as the bad person.
I'll get punished for it.
Do you think I don't know that Ms. Cha...
is also hurting right now?
I'll get punished...
for breaking her heart.
But I can't let Jin Hyuk get hurt.
Jin Hyuk, come eat breakfast.
It's dried pollack soup.
Did you have a drink last night, Dad?
It wasn't me.
We had a lot of pollack left over.
Thank you for the food.
I don't have the energy to talk long.
There's a small art gallery on the market in Samcheon-dong.
It'd be a good place for a single person to run.
Don't you know what state your dad's in?
Why are you talking about such a thing?
I thought it'd be good if you could manage it.
What are you thinking?
It's no time to think about that.
I know you loved art.
I have no energy to talk about the past.
When I was young, I remember how you took me...
to exhibitions when you were upset. You'd look at art for a long time.
I don't know about such things anymore.
You were a cool person.
You must think I studied journalism...
to become like Dad, don't you?
I went because I admired you as an announcer.
Whenever you were on the morning news,
I watched you.
I want you to become cool again.
Please consider running the gallery.
It's been long since I gave up on dreaming...
such a life.
You can start over now.
I'll help you.
Don't you...
resent me?
Why are you doing this?
Because you're my mom,
and I'm your daughter.
I'll get going. Please give it a thought.
You're my mom, and I'm your daughter.
Are relations important to you?
Value is important to me.
Live as a useful child.
(Congressman Cha has confessed to receiving illegal political funds.)
(Jangsoo Fruit Shop)
Come have lunch.
I'll eat later.
It's getting cold. Eat it when it's warm.
I said, I'll eat later.
(Congressman Cha has confessed to receiving...)
You can blame me.
I don't want Jin Hyuk...
being with someone with such a complicated story.
It's not a story, it's life.
Come and eat.
Jin Hyuk, do you want to go outside for lunch?
Jin Hyuk.
Yes?
Maybe you should just take the day off.
You don't look well, seriously.
Let's go get some beef bone soup. It's on me.
- Me too. - Forget it.
Then why don't we all go out together?
Mrs. Kim, will you join us?
Sure.
I had too much breakfast. You guys can go on.
Look at you. You even lost your appetite?
I really had a heavy breakfast.
I'm having trouble digesting it.
Cuba?
It's a big project,
and I'm thinking of staying there until its completion.
But Mr. Lee is already there.
There's no reason for you to stay there for so long.
I'll visit here often.
Since you're most familiar with the hotel business,
I'm thinking of moving you to the head team.
I'll feel more reassured if you take the job.
What are you talking about?
I'm not competent enough for that position.
And experts are already working on our project in Cuba, Ms. Cha.
You should come with us.
Enjoy your lunch.
I know you're going through a lot.
My Dad is going through more.
I'm just...
No need to say more.
What brings you here?
About Mr. Jung's company shares.
You know he took all the shares from Taegyeong's shareholders, right?
He's thinking of handing over all those shares to you.
What do you think?
Just leave it.
Soo Hyun.
Woo Suk has done this for you...
I'm aware of that.
You agreed...
to Mr. Jung being appointed as the co-CEO.
I've found out the reason.
Were you upset?
I understand why you couldn't tell me.
Since you know everything, let me be honest with you.
Take the shares.
Now that Congressman Cha and and Taegyeong are in trouble,
the lawsuit for recovering the hotel will be meaningless.
You should take this chance to gain more shares.
No. Gaining shares and managing assets...
are not important to me.
I think me being able to work at Donghwa is more meaningful.
It's true the hotel business started from Taegyeong,
so just leave Mr. Jung's shares.
I don't think I have the right to take them.
Jin Hyuk.
Come and join me.
Did you come back for me?
I don't like beef bone soup. Have a seat.
I have a personal question to ask you.
Ms. Cha...
will go on a long-term business trip to Cuba.
I don't understand it.
Is there something wrong between you and Ms. Cha?
She wants to stay in Cuba until the construction is done.
She's not someone who will just...
leave this hotel behind.
(Donghwa Hotel CEO, Cha Soo Hyun)
You know...
your dad made a big decision, right?
I know.
Not anyone can do that.
After coming so far as a politician,
not anyone can make that kind of decision.
Yes.
Your dad is being so courageous,
so don't be too nervous about it.
I'm okay.
I'm just worried about him.
Why did you break up then?
I heard from Mi Jin.
Even if she didn't tell me, I had a feeling about it.
I didn't break up because of what happened to my dad.
Soo Hyun.
Yes?
You don't know your dad met with Jin Hyuk, do you?
Before going to the prosecution, he met Jin Hyuk...
and asked him to take good care of you.
But if you do this, how would your dad feel?
He didn't want you to live with any burden.
That's why he stepped up.
I must be beside you and protect you.
That's what I promised.
So don't say that...
Then...
Why are you abandoning me?
I think I was being too selfish.
You've put up with everything. How could you think yourself selfish?
I just think my life itself...
could be a burden to someone.
Media outlets are having a field day.
How is she holding up?
This is...
probably the hardest time for her,
but there's nothing I can do to help.
She wants to end things.
She...
has already broken up with me.
What about you?
I guess...
it's time for me to let her go as well.
Let's just wait a while longer.
Maybe she just needs some time.
It's what I was determined to do,
but she...
ended up persuading me.
I thought...
that I...
had brought her out from a tall and deep castle.
Judging by what she said though,
it was as if...
I had...
locked her up in another castle.
What kind of castle?
A castle full of guilt.
She thinks she was causing pain to everyone around her.
That's the guilt she felt.
So being locked up...
by that kind of guilt...
would make our love meaningless.
That's why...
I'm going to let her go.
She's going on a long business trip to Cuba.
She says she'll stay there until the hotel is constructed,
but she's not one to leave the hotel in Seoul behind.
Look at...
how miserable you seem.
Don't be too hurt.
Jin Hyuk, I'm sorry.
(Letter of Resignation)
(Donghwa Hotel PR Team, Employee)
(Letter of Resignation)
(Good luck to all of you!)
(Donghwa Hotel PR Team, Kim Jin Hyuk, good luck!)
(Kim Jin Hyuk)
(Letter of Resignation)
(The reason I'm leaving Donghwa Hotel is...)
The reason?
Soo Hyun, why do you like me?
I like you because you're you.
You're Kim Jin Hyuk, and no one else is like you.
Jin Hyuk, what are you doing here?
You can yell at me later, but for now, just do as I say.
I'm worried that you'll get hurt.
Don't be afraid.
Can we actually do this?
Will you make it happen?
Whatever happens, I will protect you.
All you have to do is be happy.
I will.
Thank you...
for coming all the way here to see me.
There's no need to thank me.
You did this for me all the time.
If we encounter hardships along the way...
that we must endure,
let's do so...
by reminding ourselves of the memories we made since Cuba.
(Kim Jin Hyuk)
(Encounter)
You must be scared.
Don't cry too much though.
If only you had stayed for a meal.
You're a great guy.
Just know that I'm rooting for you.
I don't wish to bring you pain.
I just wanted to drive you home safely.
Please tell her not to worry.
Whatever news she hears, it'll only be part of the process.