- How do you feel? - Just a bit overwhelmed.
Episode 12
- Wasn't it hard? - No.
When they addressed us as 'your couple' I felt a bit proud.
They treated as us adults.
You're right.
This is the most forward-looking place in Korea.
After his grandfather experienced the U.S. and Japan
he realized only the good points from them.
Would it be... okay to take off just one shoe?
The new shoes must be uncomfortable.
Just taking it off for a while would be fine. Make yourself at home.
Thank you.
You don't need to say 'thank you' every time.
Just 'yes' will do. Okay?
Yes.
Do we also get to work here if we pass?
We have to pass with good scores first.
She's right.
There is a reason why it's called the talent pool.
The oldest one...
I think I met him a few times at Uncle's house.
He makes a visit to my father's house every holiday.
He used to be your uncle's tutor a long time ago.
Keep it to yourself.
Not only are they a scholar's family...
but her grandfather also had a deep understanding in stamp carving and books
so she has uncommon characteristics.
Her mindset in study is not light like others of her generation.
That's important.
Wait... Julhyogong Branch of Seo from Yichun...
Which generational name does your in-law have?
He's in the 32nd order in Sik for planting.
Then...
He's in the same generation with Chancellor Seo.
That's right.
He also has a very deep knowledge in Chinese literature.
So this is how things get connected again.
I should be careful.
Of course. If you go across one bridge, something comes up.
If your father were alive
he would have favored her very much.
Your son chose a very good partner at such young age.
It seems that way.
We're so busy studying right now.
I feel like I should speak more formally now.
I don't know how your father thought to come up with this gift.
My father would like to speak to you.
Yes.
Goodness...
I was a bit drunk last time...
What?
First, please forgive us for our discourtesy so far.
I will invite you properly soon.
The ladies of both families should also meet.
I'll contact you soon.
Yes, yes. Then I'll wait for your call.
Yes, yes.
I had some subtle doubts earlier.
'How shabby do we look that they'd even clean up our genealogy?'
But when you look at this, names we know appear.
So, take a look.
So it's the same generational name as your father's cousin in Suwon.
Father's cousin means seventh cousin, right?
Seventh cousin...
Hyung Sik, was Uncle Bongwon's original name Changwon?
Chang...
Hey, that's right! That's Uncle Bongwon's name in the family registry!
- Did you order the flower? - Yes, we're picking it up on the way.
I didn't knock on the door on purpose. She told me not to bother you.
- Are you leaving now? - Yes.
You don't need to come out every time I leave.
Everyone knows that you're studying.
Are you worried that I'm meeting with your mother?
I told you about warning points for my family's house before. Do you remember?
Yes. When you were going to visit the house after she gave birth
about the problem with the bathroom...
She told me about it?
At the time, you only pretended to go...
Just once in a while, it sounds like something bursting.
In case you get startled while you use it...
I see. I'll be careful.
You don't need to come out.
- Have a good visit. - Have a good visit.
When you think about back then, it must feel like a dream right now.
Yes.
It's such a relief. I feel happy for you.
Thank you.
I'm sorry.
Something's a little odd.
'Prince and princess'?
Can I still keep calling you Seo Bom?
You're my teacher.
Honey, which one would be better? This one's more expensive.
The lighter color goes better with you.
I'm sorry, but the recycle bins in front of the door...
I cleaned it up. Is there anything else I can help you with?
Why don't you iron out my wrinkles?
Really...
Thinking about facing a pretty in-law...
makes me look older all of a sudden.
You're still pretty! Don't iron out the wrinkles!
Attorney Han keeps warning me without any words.
I deleted traces of emails.
Just be aware and please keep calm.
Give me a ride.
Take the bus!
- Please. - Yes.
Yes. I'm escorting the VIP right now.
Yes, I got it.
I'm very sorry about last time.
I should've apologized to you sooner.
What?
Please forgive my ludicrous remarks that day!
Go to the hospital just in case.
Thank you.
Why didn't you hold back a little?
If you stayed put, you wouldn't have left empty-handed.
What's that?
What did you say?
That's right, it was ludicrous.
I'm sincerely regretting it.
It's all in the past.
Just do better in the future.
Thank you! Thank you!
Please.
Welcome.
- Who... - He's in charge of the exclusive lounge.
I see.
I was very touched when I served the little lady before.
She is bright and calm.
Thank you for considering her that way.
Attorney Han is coming out himself.
- Glad to see you. - Yes, very much so.
- Please go upstairs. - Yes.
Did you have any difficulty coming up here?
No, not at all.
Your welcome was overflowing from the lobby.
To be honest, when you asked to meet...
I thought you were saying as a part of greetings.
That wouldn't happen.
By the way, by 'Hansong's exclusive,' you mean...
Yes, it's a bit difficult to use external facilities with the requirement of our job.
I see.
Since you deal such important matters...
Oh, you're coming just in time.
This is Sir Seo Hyung Sik.
I've heard a lot about you.
- My name is Baek Dae Hyun. - Yes...
He's former prime minister and our senior counsel.
Prime...
Ah, yes, it's an honor.
To inherit the honest scholarly spirit from such a distinguished family...
and to raise your daughter to be such an exceptional talent...
I cannot contain my respect for you.
Goodness, you're too kind.
I met with Chancellor Seo the day before yesterday.
He was very happy to hear about him to be in the same generation of the clan.
He said he'd definitely invite him to dinner soon.
Oh, I see.
We'd be happy to have you with us.
If you'd only invite me...
I will make it happen.
My father-in-law built this house.
It's been close to 40 years.
We had lived in an apartment and moved in here last year.
I respect your frugal life.
It was tough in the beginning.
The elders built it only with the thrifty mindset, so it's tight.
Now we live the life that fits the house.
Still, I like it because it's sturdy.
He chose all the materials.
It's different from the houses built by sales people.
It must be.
Please try this.
Thank you.
- You too. - Thank you.
Looking at this picture of Jin Young, he looks different!
We painted it all over the place.
We miss him, but we can't go see him...
I'm sorry... We didn't consider the feelings...
Now I think it's all in the past.
Wouldn't this be a new beginning with your visit?
Of course!
Oh my!
I'm sorry!
It's okay. It's fine, I already knew.
Once it gets a punch, it gets quiet again.
I see.
Seriously, this has no sense!
You must've been startled.
Not at all.
We need to fix it along the way...
but everyone's waiting for redevelopment in this neighborhood
so no one spends money on the house.
Not because we don't have money.
I'm... not sure if I can say this...
Tell me anything you want to.
I'm full with thoughts, but no experience.
So I asked her to find out.
About what...
That.
They specialize in house repairs.
Consult with them whenever you have time, and make a request as much as you need.
Yes, don't feel burdened.
Wait... This...
We need to consider together.
We spent the adolescent years sharing the sentiments of the same generation.
We looked out in the same direction and lived passionate lives...
but so many heads of households at our age
are experiencing pains to the bone of 'the collapse of the middle class.'
- That's right. - Plan whatever you want.
I will help you as much as I can.
I didn't know you'd be so considerate...
I regret that I had deep doubts even just for a while.
That is also a stepping stone towards understanding each other.
We should step on it and move forward.
You're a descendant of Scholar Seo Hee!
How many times do I have to say it?
He begged me not to refuse him.
You can't believe me?
If we just live the way we have been
they don't feel comfortable.
Just think about it.
Some chancellor that he's close to
is someone from our clan who is older.
He's glad to have found me and wants to have dinner.
Just imagine that I feel awkward because I don't have money for dinner!
Would it make him feel good?
He's just being polite.
- No, he's not. - Yes he is.
There is something you don't know...
People like that don't just say, 'let's have dinner together.'
It's for managing connections.
Having a meal together is a part of business!
To be honest
if anyone wanted to be friendly with Hansong, but doesn't have a way...
he'd want to connect with me first!
I can hear it so well!
I hear that your lungs are getting full of air!
- Just look... - I'm home.
Hi.
- I'm here for a sec. - Are you hungry?
- Ramen. - I'll make it.
Me too.
- She didn't talk about me? - What?
- You must be worried. - Of course.
Hey, come over here. I found a unique LP bar.
Hyung Sik, seriously...
you can't make that happen with just a couple of pennies.
He told me to write down anything! Why are you so narrow-minded?
That's what I mean.
Be quiet!
Would we... be able to have as much power as Father?
If we live long enough.
- I was being serious. - I'm serious too.
Just by sleeping well, we'll get to live long lives.
- Let's talk a little more. - I'll wake you up five before six.
Just have your parents keep living the poor life!
I don't want to.
- I heard In Sang's wife wore the tiara. - Yes.
Princess.
It could be made out of paper.
It must be real. His family doesn't just use people.
Great.
- Want to come over to play the game? - When our moms had a fight?
- What about a club? - It's a headache if you get drunk again.
Then where should I go?
- Han River? - What?
Stop it already. It's annoying.
It's me!
What is it?
I'm going to your room.
Bibimbap! Bibimbap!
- Isn't it good? - Yes.
Now I feel a bit at ease.
Every time I saw you, I felt nervous.
I felt bad and nervous.
- In case I get kicked out? - Yes.
I... am very thankful to you.
I really wanted to tell you that today.
I was nice to you from the beginning, right?
Why were you nice to me?
It's a secret.
Don't ever say it. Never.
That makes me want to say it.
What is it?
No!
- What are you doing? - Come in!
Do you want to try this?
Really...
Look at the hat...
It was his 100th day.
Since the parents made up, you must be filled with deep emotions.
You went through a lot together...
Your dad's here! Say, 'dad, have a good day.'
Hey! Hey, hey!
Have a good day. Bye bye.
Bye bye.
My Jin Young!
Be gentle, Honey.
Would their in-law's finally be at ease and accept it now?
It's the last chance.
If they showed their sincerity.
I heard it's not cash.
How could they give cash? It's not a donation.
In the beginning, they just wanted to close it fast and lose them, so they could.
You know there is a managed company.
It looks like they'll support them through that company somehow.
So other expenses will also go out through there.
Everyone seems to do it that way.
More than anything, both families shouldn't have any unfortunate incidents.
Since I took Min Joo Young to Mr. Seo Hyung Sik's house
Attorney Yoo Shin Young hasn't made any moves.
They seem to be keeping an eye for the progress.
Unless they are idiots...
By the way...
How did the professional Min Joo Young get caught by Seo Chul Sik?
She didn't get caught...
It seems that she showed herself on purpose.
For Min Joo Young, correcting what happened to her brother
is more important than anything else.
And she just happened to follow the best suited supporter.
Let's make a decision soon.
Come up with a new contract offer for Yoo Shin Young...
and let me know the timing.
Yes, I got it.
I think we should go from 'all-suspended' to 'all-stop.'
Remove yourself from this and hand over the documents to me.
I can't hand over my documents that easily.
They are Hansong's secret documents.
- Secretary Kim? - Yes?
Should I give you a gift?
What's the occasion for a gift?
Please don't touch other people's stuff.
It wasn't me!
Does your stomach feel better?
I'm having hangover soup.
What are you doing?
I checked out a few places for an exchange student.
You have a boyfriend?
Not at all.
I'm tired of it.
It would be nice to spend two years away with you.
Why?
What do you mean, why?
Mother-and-daughter last forever.
We need to restore it.
Forget it.
I'll meet him.
That's too bad. It's too late.
- He started at Hansong. - It doesn't matter.
I'm going to seduce him.
I'm good at seducing men when I put my mind to it.
I took after you.
You're only 20 now.
Leave that talent alone and use it later.
Act your age! Be fresh!
Places like Stanford or Berkeley... are nice!
I said I'd meet with him.
Should I tell Jae Won myself?
Hello.
- My daughter. - Yoon Je Hoon.
- Hello. - Hello.
Have a seat.
Over there would be better, right?
Yes.
I'm sorry. We'll hang out by ourselves.
- Can I eat something? - Yes.
I'll take this off.
Yes.
I got this... as a snack... during a meeting at work.
Speak to me like a friend. I hate being polite.
Okay, I see.
- Same for me. - That's good.
She's my daughter, but she's really incorrigible.
It's still an introduction.
Why? She's doing well.
Not at all. He's being understanding.
Are you having fun at Hansong?
I'm not sure yet.
I'll tell you after I've been there for a while.
You look like a gay friend of mine.
It's a compliment.
I'll cut to the chase...
- It's comfortable. - Okay, I'm happy.
Do you want some?
- Where are you going? - To Mother.
Did you do something wrong?
She wants to discuss something about my sister.
It's good news.
- Come back soon. - See you soon.
It's such a happy time.
I feel bad... for just watching Jin Young's aunt making an effort.
I didn't think that you'd be so considerate like this.
I'm not giving away what I have.
I'm managing what's given to me.
What people around me need
and what's appropriate... I'm only making a careful decision
and doing what I can do.
I didn't have to make any decision before I got married
so I was afraid and didn't like any of those.
But I learned from the late mother-in-law.
She considered it priority to care for other people.
I'll keep that in mind.
Tell them ahead about the dresses and makeup.
Yes ma'am.
Would it be okay if I go?
If it's a stranger, I'd someone else.
But it would be necessary to show Jin Young's aunt how you've changed.
Take Secretary Lee with you.
Yes. Then...
I'll be back.
The lady of the house is teaching her a lesson.
She is certainly determined...
but it won't be easy on her either.
Make sure that she doesn't act like she came alone.
She can't forget that she brought a secretary.
- Yes, ma'am. - They'll be happy to see each other...
but explain it to her that she shouldn't show too much of it on the way there.
There are certainly facial expressions and ways of speech
to deliver her feelings while being in control.
That's right.
Feeling sorry or bad for her hard work is no manner to the other person.
- Yes, ma'am. - She'll realize the delicate boundary soon.
But we have to keep emphasizing it to her until then.
Yes, ma'am.
Don't stay there for too long
and keep the conversation as simple as possible in the car.
Tell her not to get out of the car when they part.
Yes, ma'am.
Here is the tuna sandwich you ordered. Enjoy.
Thank you.
Bom...
Miss, I'll help with your order here.
- Please wait here. I'll make the order. - I will...
Welcome. How may I help you?
Sis...
Seo Bom!
I studied the menu ahead.
Think of it as a play.
I'll help with your order.
Party platter best.
You chose the best party platter.
Please make your selection on the bread, vegetables, and sauces.
For bread, honey oat. All vegetables. For the sauce, something that goes well.
Yes, I will confirm your order. You ordered honey oat bread.
We'll prepare all vegetables and sauces that go well together.
Please wait.
- Are you done? - Yes.
You can talk for 10 minutes.
Yes.
You're not stopping by at home?
No. Sorry. I have to get back soon.
- Secretary Lee, that... - Yes.
What's this?
It's a type of a gift card. You can use it for your suits and makeup.
Pardon?
Two professionals you might have heard of will contact you.
Hey!
The cab you will take has arrived.
Yes.
- Be well. - Okay, you too.
Are you sad? Because you didn't get to hang out with your sister for a while?
Don't ask her. She's not in a good mood.
That's not true. I'm good now.
Is this thanks to my student?
From her sister.
The little lady will surpass the lady of the house.
She's so exact like a ruler in acting towards her sister.
It showed that 'we're family, but we're now different.'
She's Little Shin Myung Ji.
Same goes with DNAs...
but the daughter-in-law also skips a generation.
The lady of the house is a bit naive.
If she was like Lady Shin, we wouldn't be here.
We'd have been kicked out or walked out on our own.
It's such a relief that she's a bit soft and delicate.
She has a girly side. Maybe because she's the only daughter.
She's just born with it regardless of that.
Look at the in-laws. They look like they'll see the end of it.
She doesn't do anything half-way. She has to understand before she moves on.
I couldn't believe the reason she gave up on math.
When she was blocked in ratio in eighth grade, so that's all she looked at.
That's the end of it then.
You must be happy that your student is so smart.
I should be teaching once in a while.
By the way, why do you speak so formally to each other all of a sudden?
Did you have a fight?
We decided to use the respect form to each other.
Usually, after people sleep together once, they start...
I'm sorry everyone.
Are you being cute...
Or are you being off-the-wall?
Neither.
Yes, ma'am.
No, in the bathroom.
I'll tell her as soon as she comes out. Yes.
She's the cute off-the-wall lady.
Yes, that's right.
I didn't know you'd call me so quickly.
Yes.
Early mornings are really okay for me.
I'm really curious. I've never had a proper makeup done.
Yes, I'm also in a hurry.
Yes.
Happy?
What's important is how I use this.
I got something I really wanted.
If it just ends with being happy about it, it's in vain.
I'll create opportunities... and grab them.
I'm a bit scared.
I feel like Bom is becoming more of that family...
Shouldn't she be naturally?
What's strange about a queen becoming more like a queen?
A queen?
Our long-ago Grandpa Seo Hee's daughter became a queen?
I'm not sure if it's true or not
but that's written in the first genealogy book.
King Deokjong's consort, Queen Wonmok.
Wash up and sleep.
Yes.
[Bom, I took pictures today!]
Is this... really Seo Noo Ri?
What did you do to yourself?
Touches of the first-rate professionals were different.
What are all these?
Gifts.
The stylist let me borrow them for my new portfolio shoot.
But after we were done, she said I could have all of them.
Hey, when you're so well dressed, you should go on a date before you come home.
Now I'm sure I'll get one.
I'm going in.
That's why the phrase 'money makes beauty' exists.
Even the makeup doesn't look like it's there.
That's the technique I heard.
If we had done that for her...
we'd have been really happy.
Right?
Who cares about who did it for her?
Seo Noo Ri! Now I can see your future!
You'll be showing up on TV a lot!
I should!
We received an interview request from DL Channel.
They want an interview with a recent graduate who passed the legal service exam.
It should be Yoon Je Hoon. He's our signboard.
Yes sir.
What about the interview team?
Camera Lee Shin Yong, Reporter Seo Noo Ri.
Seo who?
She's an intern and a trainee...
I guess she got a chance somehow.
Make sure Secretary Yang is present.
Yes sir.
The legal service exam, is this really the last ladder to enhance the social status?
Retain or abolish? There is a heated debate.
- Hello, hello. - Hello.
Your interviewee today.
- Nice to meet you, I'm Yoon Je Hoon. - Nice to meet you, I'm Seo Noo Ri.
If you need anything, please tell her.
Could we do a camera test for a bit?
We do things like that?
- You'll look good. - Thank you.
Please over there.
I'd like to say hello to Attorney Han Jeong Ho for a sec.
He went out.
I'll relay the message.
Thank you.
Thank you for taking care of her.
It would be great if she's capable...
After seeing what you get from today
let me know if it's okay to keep supporting her.
Before you memorize, make sure to write the terminology summary by hand.
It'll take you half as much time.
It gets really confusing when we go from principles to precedents
because of stories.
You need to focus on the facts. Why do you look at the story?
What about Bom?
Inside.
- She's not done? - She has a way to go.
I'll go see him by myself! Han Jin Young!
I went to Hansong.
I didn't get to see your father-in-law, but I had fun.
Thanks, my sister Seo Bom!
I was more careful in case it would affect you in any bad way.
I should work harder even just for you, right?
Don't be concerned about me.
It'll be more trustworthy if you made an effort for yourself.
What is it?
Mom...
Why am I slightly disappointed about this?
Why?
If anyone saw this, he'd think that she's my older sister.
She said the right things.
You were just making a fuss that she's the queen.
Act like an older sister.
It's subtly annoying.
What's this about?
What is it?
It's nothing.
Here.
- He didn't recognize me, did he? - He probably thought you were a client.
Why didn't you say hello? You said you needed to advertise that you're dating me.
That's true, but it's annoying.
He's such a chatterbox.
You call the most eloquent speaker in Korea a chatterbox...
I came straight up here from the parking lot.
You needed to avoid Min Joo Young's eyes.
Thank you for the offer on the salary and the adjustment on the allocation order.
Seo Chul Sik who unexpectedly became an in-law of this Han Jeong Ho.
It's under the condition that you'd make a clean finish with him.
I expected that.
I know more about Attorney Han's power. It's not betrayal.
I was arrogant... even when I knew that your status was different from mine.
It was only for a short while, but it was fun.
I'll keep quiet about this case.
Whatever you'd like.
It should be okay to submit this, right?
It would be better if you just took out the LP bar.
Why? Isn't this the hotest item?
I don't know.
How can you not know? I'm thinking of taking this early next week.
You're dealing with Han Jeong Ho, not a franchise scammer.
That's right.
I'm worried that he'll look down on us.
Would he?
Yoo Shin Young is out.
Will you continue working with me?
I really don't know what to do.
I feel like I'm using my brother and nieces as an excuse...
I feel embarrassed.
[Gyung and Seon Magic love potion]
[Lady]
Did Secretary Lee go home?
No.
I can't see her or reach her by phone.
I'll look for her.
Tell her that I need to plan something urgently.
Did she fall asleep somewhere?
[Mrs. Jung]
Hi, I'm in the classroom now.
- In Sang, just for a sec. - Why? Why?
It's very awkward right now.
- Teacher and Secretary Lee... - Huh?
Really? Two of them?
- We're not supposed to know? - I'm thinking right now.
Should we decide not to know or show them that we know?
What's to think about, fool?
In cases like this, you should tell them 'this is how much I know.'
Otherwise, you'll make them a sight to see.
Of course. You're smart in a subtle way.
Go ahead first. I'll say what I need to say.
Okay.
Would you please sit?
No, I'm fine.
Okay, then.
I'll just tell you about two things.
First, no one's allowed to come into the classroom
except for when the maid comes into clean the room.
I am aware of that.
You broke that rule.
Yes.
Second, I wouldn't have an occasion to say this to Mother...
but just in case an awkward situation happens again in the future...
I think it's better to tell you ahead.
About what...
That you two are dating.
I'll think about it carefully.
The end. You can go now.
Thank you for your advice.
You're welcome.
Did you get scolded?
I didn't know I'd see something like this while I'm alive.
Even if she's Little Shin Myung Ji.
So why did you act silly?
Because I'm blinded by love.
Just don't hide it then.
Then it's no fun.
That's why you're off-the-wall.
Would the little lady have any weak points?
She learns everything so fast.
I guess she's born with it.
I just saw her get Secretary Lee quietly...
It was amusing.
She has a sense of power.
Her uncle's issue was resolved well?
Yoo Shin Young dropped out, so it's over.
Now, let's engrave her name.
Let's do that.
Of course there is no improvement from crossbreeding.