(No! Power Abuse. You or your child can become a victim of power abuse.)
What's going on? What is this?
A hostage situation?
You want me to stage one?
No way. Are you mad?
It's all for your sake and Jin Woo's.
I get what's in it for him but not for me.
Imagine if you get taken hostage while volunteering as a self-reflection.
The public opinion of you will change.
Won't it be dangerous?
No, it'll all be planned out.
Jin Woo, step up, subdue the opponent,
and save Jin A.
It'll become a hot issue.
And when it does,
the All Time Magazine editor won't be able to ignore you.
They will definitely choose you.
Do you think so?
I'm sure. Nothing is better than creating an issue.
(Stamp Out Power Abuse)
What happened?
- What? - It's not him.
What?
Call the police.
Please help me.
Don't come close.
Unless you want her dead.
Alright. Calm down.
Calm down, and release her. You can talk to me.
Forget it.
I want Cha Hwa Yeong here right now.
Tell me what you want from her.
I'll help if you do.
Do you know what I got in return for devoting my life to this company?
Unfair dismissal.
I got fired and became jobless overnight.
It was pointless to appeal to the court.
So I tried to kill myself, but it felt unfair.
Come out, Cha Hwa Yeong!
Or I will take my life...
and hers too.
Why don't you take me as a hostage?
And who are you?
Oh, right. There's President Hong Jin Woo.
If I am to take a hostage, it should be him.
Tell him to come here.
What are you standing there for?
Aren't you going to save Ms. Yoo?
Stay still.
What is the president of SA Group doing?
Are you crazy? Don't go.
- Look, our president's there. - You're right.
Trust me, and save Ms. Yoo.
As promised, I will look into your unfair dismissal.
But taking an innocent person hostage out of rage was wrong.
Things would have ended differently if you had hurt her.
Are you okay?
Let's go.
Here, drink.
Do you feel better now?
Thank you. If it weren't for you...
Why don't you go see the doctor?
You look stunned. Come on. Let's get you examined.
No, it's okay. A little rest should do.
If you hate the idea of the hospital, go home. I'll take you.
Wait, the interview.
You're late. Get going.
I canceled it earlier.
What?
I'll take care of it myself, so you should go home.
I'll give you a ride.
Goodness, my sweetie. You're even good at drawing.
You're good with your hands.
You must take after Grandpa.
Mom, I'm back.
- Hey. - Hi.
Oh, yes. Hello.
Who is he?
The chief director.
Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you too.
Hi, sir.
- Have you been doing well, Seo Jun? - Yes.
Oh, right. Here.
Thank you.
Why don't you take a seat?
No, I'm fine.
You're already here, so have at least a cup of tea.
Please keep what happened at the office a secret.
My mom will be shocked.
Okay.
I thought tea would be better than coffee,
so here is some tea.
Thank you.
I wonder if Soo Yeon is good at her job.
She's had a long career break.
So please go easy on her if she makes a mistake.
She'll get used to it in no time.
You don't have to worry.
Ms. Yoo's already doing great.
And I'm helpless without her.
I see.
Don't believe everything he says. He's just trying to make you happy.
I'm not that senseless.
By the way, you've got such good looks.
Gosh, thank you.
It'll be dinner soon.
Why don't you have it with us before you leave?
No, it's okay.
I still have work.
Please allow me to join you next time.
- Okay. Please stop by again next time. - I will.
I told you not to see me off.
I'm really okay. I'm back to normal now.
You must've been shocked. Get some good rest.
I'm grateful for your help today.
I really am.
But?
But you missed the exclusive interview with the editor-in-chief because of me.
If I give them a call and explain the situation...
I decide my priorities.
I will choose you even if the same situation happens again.
You come first before anything else.
I should get going now.
Right. Be careful on your way.
- Did he leave? - Yes.
Gosh, he looked dependable and very kind.
He's still single, right?
What? Yes, he is.
How old is he? Does he have a girlfriend?
I don't know. We don't talk about our private lives.
If you had met a man like that,
you would not have gone through all that.
Geez, I know.
I got my hopes up.
But you can't stop me from imagining.
By the way, what happened at the company...
for him to give you a ride home?
Nothing happened.
We were working outside of the office.
He dropped me off because my house was nearby.
Is that so? We should have dinner.
Stop, Mom.
You looked after Seo Jun all day. So let me do it.
Goodness, what a waste.
Thank you. Please come again.
Thank you.
My body is aching all over.
I'm going to leave work on the dot today.
So you didn't do the interview?
No.
Why not?
You heard him just now.
Ms. Yoo was held...
Saving her was more than enough.
So why did you drive her home and miss the interview? That's ridiculous.
She's my worker.
She was shocked and couldn't even walk.
- Mr. Ko was there. - No, I wasn't.
Shut it. Don't cut in.
You should've still done the interview. Do you know how much I hoped for it?
I already told you I wasn't interested.
Forget it, okay?
- I'm going to rest now. - Okay.
Hey.
How suspicious.
Hey, go and sound him out.
I'm happy with Ms. Yoo.
Quit being ridiculous.
He's your one and only nephew.
But she's on the same side as you.
Even if she is, I can't accept her.
She's a divorcee with a child.
And this is no time to nitpick whose side she is on.
She's on yours.
Keep that in mind, and wait outside.
Yes, ma'am.
Knock, knock. Good morning, Chairman Cha.
This way.
(Chairman Cha Hwa Yeong)
What brings you here in the morning?
Remember who I am?
The non-executive director of SA Group.
So I'm here to monitor whether the company's doing well or not.
I heard there was a hostage situation yesterday.
It must have shaken you up.
All sorts of things happen in the world.
Getting fired for being incompetent felt unjust,
so he did such an irrational thing.
I don't want to talk about that anymore.
By the way, did the other team decide on a brand?
The other team? Which team?
Wasn't Mr. Ko a spy?
Of course, he is.
I heard that they wanted to revive...
Moran Footwear again.
Do you know that brand?
What will they do with such an outmoded and meritless brand?
That team is unfit as a rival.
Really?
Yes. My design team will win this time.
I guarantee it.
That's reassuring.
But don't people say...
even a blind cat finds a nut once in a while?
The other team might crush yours. Are you okay with that?
Are you saying the other team is the blind cat?
But my team has all the nuts. For your information,
it's not a blind cat but a blind squirrel.
Who cares? You're a smarty-pants, alright.
So it's a blind squirrel.
Even a blind squirrel can find a nut once in a while.
I learned something new today.
You're becoming prettier day by day.
Really? Can you tell?
Oh, my. I guess you can never hide your feelings.
Geez.
Are you seeing someone?
Not yet.
We just have something going on right now.
Gosh, when will she start acting her age?
If things end up well, I'll introduce you to him.
He's so cool. Let's watch it again. Replay.
What are you watching?
The video of Mr. Kang saving Ms. Yoo.
He's so hot!
What does that have to do with you, Ms. Cha?
If you don't want to screw up your evaluation for neglect of duty,
do your job properly.
Yes. Thank you.
The hostage was questioned, then released.
They'll keep investigating without detention and keep us updated.
Yes?
Hello.
What brings you here?
Didn't you leave the country?
I wanted to let you know in person.
Congratulations on being selected as the next global leader.
But I couldn't even do the final interview.
That is why you got it.
Yesterday, you didn't choose me.
You chose Ms. Yoo, your worker.
You put your team member's safety before your interest.
That's what a true leader is, no?
Congratulations on being chosen.
Thank you.
Congratulations, Chief Director.
Congratulations, Mr. Kang.
Mr. Kang and Ms. Yoo. The chairman is asking to see you.
You too, Chief Editor.
(Conference Room A)
Why did you ask for us out of the blue?
We'll talk once President Hong gets here.
(Conference Room A)
I summoned everyone as there's something you should all know.
I'm sure you have watched the hostage situation video.
Yes.
That's why I asked you to come.
Tell us the truth.
The hostage situation yesterday. I was paid to do it.
I'm terribly sorry.
You received money? From whom?
She made me do it.
She told me Mr. Kang would come...
and help if I held her hostage.
He's lying. Why would I have done that?
He came clean just now.
It's clear what she was after.
Mr. Kang would not have known.
There's no way Ms. Yoo would've done that.
Stop lying.
I know Ms. Yoo better than you, Mr. Kang.
I've known her for a long time.
She's more than capable of doing so.
It was you, wasn't it, Chairman Cha?
Afraid President Hong might get eliminated,
you set up a trap for me.
You've always been good at it.
It wasn't me.
Let me make it clear right here.
We're fine even if President Hong doesn't get selected as the global leader.
All sorts of rumors will torment him if he does get selected...
after all of this.
So we will refuse in advance.
Are you happy now?
Be honest with us.
Did I really order you to do it?
We've never met before. Speak up!
You gave me money to do it...
and promised more if it ended well.
I don't intend to get involved in the next global leader selection.
I'm going to end this incident here,
but here's why I asked you to come.
I'm only worried...
you might suffer damage if rumors start flying later on.
You do all sorts to get what you want, don't you?
You're really something.
Did I not tell you it wasn't me?
How much longer are you going to live like this?
I'm scared Seo Jun might learn from you.
Return him to us if you have even an ounce of motherly love for him.
We'll raise him well.
Shut that mouth of yours.
Did you hear that?
I have somewhere I need to go to.
Honey.
Pay close attention.
Soo Yeon is very good at deceiving people and acting innocent.
It's her specialty.
I trust Ms. Yoo. Watch what you say.
Why did you do that?
You know Soo Yeon didn't pay him to do that.
If you don't get selected, Kang Dong Ha shouldn't get selected either.
Then you should've said that Kang Dong Ha did it. Why did you blame Soo Yeon?
What good will it do for us if we slander our investor?
Why do you care about Soo Yeon? What's the reason?
Who says I care about Soo Yeon? I just don't understand, that's all.
Be careful of Kang Dong Ha.
Don't lower your guard.
What do you mean?
He's supposedly dispatched from the investment company,
but don't underestimate him.
There's a rumor that Kang Dong Ha is the acting CEO...
of the cosmetics company that they recently acquired.
He could have hidden intentions.
I'm saying he could take over SA Group some day.
By the way, did you figure out who Ko Mi Nam was?
The person who's been buying lots of shares, I mean.
Not yet.
They're being very careful about hiding their identity.
Could they be related to Chairman Ko?
As far as I know, her only blood relation is her brother, Ko Dae Chul.
Find out who they are soon.
Yes, ma'am.
I don't think I can go on like this.
Should I get my boys to figure out his address?
No, I shouldn't do that.
I really can't hide my profession.
I'm going to lose all of my elegance...
while trying to get some guy.
I don't even know anymore.
(When are you coming? Aren't you going to come to get the handkerchief?)
(Incoming Call, Mobile Phone)
Yes?
Oh, I thought you might've broken your fingers.
You're fine.
You can use the handkerchief. It's really fine.
I don't take other people's things.
If so, you can throw it away.
How can I throw away someone else's possession?
I'll be punished for that.
I think it'd be best for me to give it to you directly.
No, it's okay.
It's okay for me too.
I have plenty of time and money.
I'll come by tomorrow.
Really? You will?
Well, then. I'll just be...
waiting patiently.
I wonder if the plant is growing well.
Oh, my.
What is this video?
Come out, Cha Hwa Yeong!
Wait. Where did I see...
this man before?
- Mi Sook. - What?
Dong Ha got selected by All Time Magazine...
Oh, right. I almost forgot.
We should have a big party.
No, I don't think...
we'll be able to have a party.
I want to have a party. Why can't we?
The hostage-taker claimed that Ms. Yoo hired him...
to stage the hostage situation...
in order to make sure Dong Ha got selected.
What is this nonsense?
Where is this guy?
What kind of punk is raining on my parade?
Let's go.
(Chairman's Office)
Cha Hwa Yeong, you good-for-nothing woman.
How dare you get in my son's way?
Get all of his personal information and bring it to me.
Yes, ma'am.
This good-for-nothing...
(Stamp Out Power Abuse)
I'm so annoyed at you, Yu Ra.
You said you'd resolve this for me.
Who knew things would turn out this way?
Do you know how much I practiced screaming?
But the fake hostage situation was an absolute mess.
The hostage-taker is weird too.
Why would he take Yoo hostage instead of me? Doesn't he have eyes?
What an idiot.
Be careful what you say, Jin A.
Somebody might hear.
Let's go.
Gosh, I'm so annoyed.
A fake hostage situation?
(Chairman Cha Hwa Yeong)
Is Mr. Kim not outside?
How dare you come in here without permission?
Seo Yu Ra and Hong Jin A planned the fake hostage situation.
You knew that, right?
What is this nonsense?
You did that. Why are you blaming others? Get out.
I get that you want to slander me and torment me,
but why are you hurting Mr. Kang? He didn't do anything wrong.
Don't you think that's a dumb question?
Nothing would've happened to him if you hadn't been by his side.
You must have a natural talent for bewitching men,
seeing how defensive he is of you.
What a vulgar girl.
Why are you so understanding of Seo Yu Ra...
when you're so rude to me?
You two aren't even comparable.
Looking at background and education, you two aren't on the same level.
Is that so?
Do you really think that's true?
Be quiet and get out...
before I call Mr. Kim.
(An image file from an unknown sender)
(Sender Unknown: Confess. I'll give you one day.)
Lee Bom. What are you trying to do?
I gave you the money you asked for. How can you threaten me like this?
If it wasn't you, who was it?
Was it really not you?
Chairman Ko. This is the recipient of the 21st scholarship...
selected this year by the Ko Mi Sook Scholarship Foundation.
Thank you, Chairman Ko.
I came with my father to thank you.
You don't need to thank me.
It's just something we do every year.
You know that I don't do this...
so that people can thank me. Right, Mr. Ko?
Work like a dog, spend like royalty.
Keep your right foot from knowing what your right hand is doing.
I know that you keep your left hand from knowing...
what your right hand is doing.
I know,
but this medical school student almost took a break from school...
because he didn't have money.
But he was selected...
as the scholarship recipient just in time.
So he really wanted to thank you.
Chairman Ko.
We'll never forget your kindness.
Not at all.
You must be so proud to have such a smart son.
Yes, ma'am.
He's my pride and joy.
You should be good to your father.
Yes, ma'am. I respect him more than anyone in the world.
He's truly a good person.
You've raised your son well.
You have a lot on your shoulders.
Your son respects you so much.
You have to make sure not to do anything...
that would make your son ashamed of you.
But I guess things can get pretty tough...
as we go through life. Am I right?
The world can be so harsh.
But what can we do?
I also had to overcome...
so many obstacles in life to raise my son.
We weren't very well-off,
but I never did anything that would make him ashamed of me.
As parents, we shouldn't do things that would be frowned upon.
It's embarrassing.
Yes, ma'am. You're right.
You've succeeded, I think.
Your son says he respects you.
Mi Sook!
Hey, Mi Sook.
Should we really let him go like that?
What if he doesn't change his mind?
Dae Chul. The thing with parents...
is that they can do anything for their children,
but they also...
want to be upright in front of their children no matter what.
You'll see.
Come out, Cha Hwa Yeong!
Or I will take my life...
and hers too.
Seo Jun fell asleep so fast.
My heart is racing. Turn it off. I can't watch it.
What is it?
The video of the hostage situation you were in.
You should've told me something like that happened.
Is that why Chief Director Kang drove you home yesterday?
I couldn't tell you because I thought you'd be shocked.
What a scary world it is.
I didn't even get to thank Mr. Kang.
Soo Yeon. You must be jinxed this year.
You have to be careful. Okay?
Be careful.
Okay.
I'm sorry.
I have no excuses.
My son was saying he would take a break from school.
I was out of my mind. I'm sorry.
I'm truly sorry.
It's a small but hardworking company with a vision.
They said they were looking for experienced workers,
so I recommended you.
Go meet with them.
Thank you.
I called a reporter and told them everything.
Everything should be cleared up now.
Thank you for telling the truth.
(Message)
(Sender Unknown: You have ten minutes left. Confess.)
(Investment Development Team)
Is it you, Ko Dae Chul?
What in the world are you talking about?
You sent me those messages threatening me.
You're being ridiculous!
It wasn't me.
I was told the fabric samples were in the Design Room.
I'm going to go take a look.
(Chairman Cha Hwa Yeong)
Yes?
What is it?
The man who came by yesterday told me to give this to you.
(Cashier's Check)
Oh, I got it.
(President's Office)
(Passport, Seo Yu Ra)
(Identification Card, Seo Yu Ra, Seoul Metropolitan City, Gangnam-gu)
(Chairman Cha Hwa Yeong)
(Gold Mask)
You finally came.
You're still here.
I'll let you know when the flowers bloom. Please come by to see them.
My grandma's store is over there. The tteokbokki store.
- Tteok... - Yes, I'm her daughter.
Don't worry about Yoo Soo Yeon.
Focus on your own goals.
How do you think Chairman Cha feels right now?
Tell Ms. Seo to come here immediately.