Episode 28
- Welcome home. - Hi.
Where's sister?
She went to the spa. She'll go straight to work from there.
Hey, In Sang texted your mother.
What?
I think you should yield.
What did he say?
Take a look.
This is In Sang. I just saw Bom.
Please don't help raising Jin Young. Please kick him out with Bom.
I beg of you.
Even heartless people like his parents can't kick out their own children...
How does he expect me to do that?
I'm going to eat first, dad. I'm so sleepy.
Sure, take your time.
Come on in.
Come in.
Okay.
Jae Won will be here late. Don't worry.
I'd like to sit down.
So you got dumped for sure? By your wife?
Everything went awry.
The daily report is on your desk, sir.
If you want more, I can give you the terms of exchange.
Not showing off your wealth?
Your very existence is an act of showing off your wealth!
Of course, I don't know a way to bring such money into Korea.
I also don't have the power to dismantle the structure.
But I don't want a guy like you to get the inheritence as it is right now.
I don't want to make a living out of helping out in such things.
So what are you going to do?
I'm going to get a job at a public law firm. The pay is two million won a month.
How will you survive?
Just watch how I manage.
Have you talked to Doo Ri about this?
Are you breaking up with her?
Worry about your own business first. You can only choose one right now.
"You must sacrifice yourself if you love me." "You must yield if you love me."
That's just nonsense.
Do you think that's possible?
It's obvious that you're showing contempt for people like her.
Hello. I was just in the neighborhood...
How are your parents?
They're well, thanks to you.
Not thanks to me.
This guy is also suffering because of your father.
Let's not talk about that.
I heard your life is a headache these days.
Yes...
I'm Han Jeong Ho's failed work.
Not a lot of third- and fourth-generation kids become successful.
They can be counted in one hand.
If you can prove that you can live under 2 million won a month...
Then you'll become the masterpiece of Han Jeong Ho.
How could you be so cheeky to the heir?
He's right. It's just that I can't do it.
Why can't you do it? Just try it.
Ridiculous...
This is good...
Jo Woon Taek and Choi Seon Joong...
They're both on the seventh floor, correct?
Yes, sir.
Now that we have empty offices, put them in here.
Understood, sir. But...
They're not quite experienced yet.
I'll teach them.
He's in that room.
Yes?
Why didn't you just ask me to come over?
I figured it'd be faster for me to come here.
About the candidate...
I don't think he'll be a good one.
There are so many rumors about him.
I think people who left this firm might cause a ruckus.
They claim Hansong paid people off during the Supernova Incident.
You must control the situation early on.
I guess we'll have to pick someone from that group.
I don't think it'll be wise to go further with this matter.
It's President Han who has gone further.
He has delayed it for too long...
and he made the terrible move of using forcible threat.
You and President Han are not in a hierarchical relationship.
It's more of a symbiosis.
You should give this one up and gain something bigger!
I must use Han Jeong Ho until the end.
You'll lose if you fight him.
It's too late.
It was not moving.
You probably entered the room once it stopped moving!
No, ma'am.
There was no sound when I was walking down the hallway to the room.
I'm afraid you've heard incorrectly.
Don't be ridiculous!
Check with the others. I bet someone wound it up.
I think it'll be good for you to sleep early tonight.
Get rid of it.
Yes, ma'am.
What is she thinking?
Does she care at all about the things her baby is familiar to?
Pardon?
She was close to you. She hasn't said anything?
No phone calls?
If I'm in her shoes, I wouldn't even face in this direction...
What?
I'm sorry...
I'll help you to get a good night's sleep.
Bring all the toys to her. I'll buy new ones when he comes back.
Okay, ma'am.
There seems to be a deeper meaning. Have you heard anything from Yeon Hee?
I don't know why they're not showing up.
It's strange. The mood these days isn't great either.
Okay. I'll see you when you're free.
You're still here?
Who was that? A member of the investment club?
Don't pretend as if you know everything! Where's your office?
Did the people who left Hansong have started a company or something?
Not a company... We just need a place to work.
Thank you for everything!
Tell me your address. I'll send some flowers.
No, thanks.
Have you thought about it?
What do I have to think about? We all know it.
How do I know I'll be safe after telling you the information I heard from Choi Yeon Hee?
You're naive for expecting that.
Back then, the high government officials considered it to be their insurance...
You haven't deleted it?
Tell me then I'll delete this.
The investment information you got from President Han's wife.
You...
I'm giving you a chance to pay back for your generosity.
You don't need to pay me back. Just don't mention it anymore.
And don't expect anything from me.
You're still not safe even if you don't cooperate with us.
Once you know what President Han thinks of you...
Just leave.
Okay. Call me if you change your mind.
- You be careful too! - Okay!
He did the same thing to Joo Wan and Seo Bom!
We just need to show how his efforts are futile.
That he can't just lock up people like he used to anymore.
Even the most meticulous person has gaps.
That's right.
I'm very thankful to Mr. Hong from the convalescence home!
I bet Secretary Yang told him what to do so many times.
But how fortunate it was for us that he made that simple mistake!
The cases of Min Joo Wan and Seo Bom can share the same evidence, right?
Of course they can.
They have the same defendant, and the substance in both cases were written in letters.
Please tell Seo Bom to cheer up!
Yes, I will.
But I keep getting reminded of Joo Young's mother.
Fights like this really drain people's energy...
It was her brief mistake.
It was my fault too.
I only cared about persevering.
I should have often reminded mother that she is not alone.
That's the scariest part.
- Is she here? - Yes.
Who is it?
Hello.
You didn't have to bring this!
- Is this your office? - A bit dinky, isn't it?
- Welcome. - Hello!
- Uncle! - Welcome.
Ms. Seo Noo Ri?
Yes, this is Ms. Yoo Shin Young.
I've heard so much about you!
Quite different from Hansong, isn't it?
Well...
Yes.
Please take a seat.
Thank you.
You're here with your mom!
Je Hoon is now a low-quality man who makes only two million won a month!
How is he?
Frankly, I still don't know what's going on.
She used to have a clear goal.
She had her threshold on how much her boyfriend must make...
How he must come from at least an upper-middle class family...
The kind of occupation his father must have...
This is embarrassing!
This is for you.
Thank you.
So you had such high standards for men?
I guess I did. I'm very conflicted.
Make the right choice.
I often get confused about who I am.
Looking at the baby makes me happy.
But I'm also reminded of my sister and my nephew.
And it'd be sad to see your tall height and handsome face to go to waste!
I don't have the guts to say this to Bom.
I agonized over this tens of times.
"What would happen if I take the money?" "What if I don't?"
Secretary Yang is quite good with her words.
She said it comes with no stipulations.
But If I accept it...
They'll bind me with some law...
and force us to give up Jin Young.
If I don't accept it, I'm scared that we won't be able to raise Jin Young properly.
I see how difficult it has been for you.
It's been very difficult!
I began to see the face of Bom...
and Jin Young...
and the moneybag all at the same time!
It's been difficult.
But once I started thinking about the time before we met Jin Young...
I could muster enough willpower to endure.
Back then, we had no expectations.
We did.
All we wanted was her safe delivery.
I'd rather have preferred to have the in-laws that are similar to us.
Then the both families would've argued all the time!
Maybe some feelings would've been hurt.
Doesn't that sound better? No?
Of course it does.
To think how servile I have been...
Just forget about it.
Welcome.
It's me, Little Missus.
It's been a while.
What brings you here?
I've been wanting to see you... How's everyone doing?
They're all doing well.
These are the toys Jin Young used to use.
How did you know?
Little Missus...
Don't call me that. It's weird.
I'd like to come see you from time to time if that's okay with you.
Of course it's okay.
It pains me to see you like this.
Why? I'm completely fine.
Hello. I have a guest...
Please take care.
I'll see you soon, Little Missus.
I'll get going then.
I'm so sorry... I haven't finished cleaning...
I'll call you soon.
Get home safely!
Hey.
You're completely hopeless, Han In Sang.
I didn't send Secretary Lee. I'm sick of playing such cheap tricks.
She looked calm and valiant.
How great.
You may go.
How is she doing? How's her health?
She misses us.
Did you get to talk to her?
So she'll keep living like that?
I don't know.
She even feels uncomfortable to be called "Little Missus."
Why would you call her that anyway? You should've been more friendly.
I should have.
I was wondering if that title would make her nostalgic of the old days.
That was my hope.
I should accept things like this!
How nice!
Do you remember this sound, Han Jin Young?
Will you recognize your grandparents when you see them?
I wonder...
Come in.
I'd like to report on the progress.
In Sang has his court day, right?
Yes.
Seo Bom claims that she'll represent herself...
but I heard that Yoon Je Hoon and Yoo Shin Young are advising her.
Her father lost to his daughter.
It's my fault.
Not at all. That was going to happen anyway.
Parents who don't have much can never win over their kids.
The next item is...
And Min Joo Young shows no sign of staggering.
She's just carrying out your orders.
Yoon Je Hoon and Yoo Shin Young are elated that they've defined this as a forcible threat...
but they don't have enough evidence.
There's a good chance that this will end after their suing Mr. Hong.
I assume you've notified all related local authorities and courts?
Yes, sir. They've promised their cooperation.
All because you've been very nice to them in the past.
They're still thankful for your unannounced visits.
They said they'll never forget how you encouraged them to look to the future...
while pouring them a glass of rice wine.
Those people have faced many hardships in their careers.
They'll all throw themselves at my feet once I tell them how they are being unrecognized!
And the next item...
Wouldn't it be necessary to notify Mr. Song Jae Won of what we know of his wrongdoings?
Leak the information of our candidate for Prime Ministership.
Once he hears about the person who will take his father's job...
He'll realize what's going on.
Get me an appointment with the candidate.
And have Baek Dae Hyun tip off the information.
Yes, sir.
In regard to the management of the Han Trust...
we'll talk about it after all these matters are resolved.
It's nothing serious.
Yes...
Of course, sir.
It's not serious at all.
If I have to make an analogy... it's like fingernails and toenails.
What a funny analogy.
Going home?
Call Mr. Baek.
I think I'll have to fight on behalf of President Han.
Do you want to get dinner?
No.
So you're going to fight him yourself?
I'll get going first.
One chicken salad... One club sandwich...
Two drinks. 15,100 won, please.
Your parents will faint if they see this!
Your serving food to me!
I want them to pass out for a couple of days so I can have some peace and quiet.
Just go study abroad. Prepare for it under the radar.
Your parents will never let me stay close to you.
I can see that something has drastically changed from the past...
But I assume they're still using you because they need you.
Either I'll quit or they'll fire me. I'll leave the firm one way or the other.
Then you won't miss me anymore either.
Are you going to revenge my father?
I guess you did hear something.
But you still shouldn't talk about things like that.
It's not classy.
I heard my father forced money on your brother.
My mom took the money.
But we can't use it. It's our evidence.
Then my father won't have his way.
I guess he won't.
He wants us to buy a nice car and pretty clothes!
Father thinks everyone's the same.
I think that's my father's biggest weakness.
It's almost a disease.
What will In Sang do?
Can we stop here for today?
Why?
I don't think I'm working enough for my salary.
You are. I'm sorry.
Rote memorization is the cure for your depression.
Sit down.
I'm not depressed.
A message from your lawyer.
Until the whole process is over...
He says if you have something to tell Little Missus, you must go through him first.
Okay, I will.
I don't know what to say. I can't be of any help.
That's not the case. You've been very helpful.
Thank you so much.
Please tell your colleagues too.
Are you ill or something?
No, just because...
Why don't you go home early? Maybe go for a date?
Okay. Get some rest.
Okay.
Thank you.
You're done?
Yes...
He must be thinking about a lot of things.
That's understandable.
What if he's about to start a ruckus?
That might be necessary. It'll be good for his mental health.
I'm not sure if his father will be tolerant of that!
Among the candidates that were suggested by the top figures...
not a single one had an easy hearing process!
Too naive...
And the others are not doing their jobs well.
I guess that's why the opportunity has made its way all the way to me.
I apologize for being late.
Welcome.
You should've given me some hints! You startled me quite a bit!
This is nothing to be startled about.
You're definitely qualified to be the prime minister!
Not at all. I was not expecting this.
Thank you, sir.
Former prosecutors make popular candidates to fill the high posts of the government...
But I used to be a lowly local prosecutor! I thought you'd go at it again.
I don't want to! I've already said no.
To be honest with you...
I must apologize rather than congratulate you.
Indeed.
This administration is in trouble. Its approval rating is abysmal!
I don't know how I'll be able to carry out the responsibilities.
Do you have the checklist for the confirmation hearing?
I'll have it soon.
But before that, please clean up your surroundings...
and tell us if there's anything we must know about.
You already know everything about me.
Integrity and rectitude are your strongest assets.
I'm sure you'll be confirmed without any problem!
The land that you received as a prosecutor should be okay...
because it was under a different name.
You've done your homework!
It's better to be revealed here.
Tell us if there's more! So we can prepare for it!
There's nothing else. Everything is around that level.
Of course, there was nothing serious.
But it'd be great if you can take care of your inheritance to your kids...
I've started that process already.
And? Speak now!
There's nothing more!
The mood is very cordial. It's a good sign!
Congratulations!
As soon as you become prime minister...
I want you to create a task force directly under your office.
It'll focus on lawsuits against the government on investment matters.
I know.
That's your main mission.
We have the budget secured already.
And we're coming up with the strategy as your official outside legal counsel.
We'll submit it to you soon.
We need you to quell the rumor about Supernova.
Of course. I will!
Here's another example.
Bom's family...
They look pretty shabby on paper.
I'm sure they used to have a happy and cozy middle-class family house.
But now they're living in a rusting apartment in the middle of Seoul.
Why do you think that is?
I don't like to talk about this.
It's Bom's family house...
Anyway...
I don't want you to talk about it.
You must refrain yourself from such sentimental sympathy!
That's the characteristic of the heir I want.
Hey, you coward!
Do you think that's enough?
If you want to die...
at least do it like this!
Let go of me!
Bom!
- Let go of me! - Your body isn't only yours now!
What if the baby dies? How can you call yourself a mother?
Then how about you?
Are you okay?
Hold my hand!
Why are you coming here?
Didn't you say you're completely yet?
Are you crazy?
What did you just do?
What if something bad had actually happened to you?
- I'm sorry... - Go in and take a warm bath!
We got some hot water ready.
You kicked out Bom, and you're doing this now?
Let's talk inside!
You must accept me. I have nowhere else to go.
What?
You told me come.
So I'm here, empty-handed.
What brings you here?
Long time no see! I'm here to report something to Mr. President.
Why are you here so early, Secretary Lee?
The mood these days isn't too great. Shall we go in?
They're having their tea.
Can I talk to you after my report?
Sure.
She probably wants to show off...
that she's allowed to have private meetings with the president.
What is this?
I'm too scared to open.
Bring in the tea for Big Missus.
Right!
Is In Sang in his room?
Why?
What's going on?
What?
He probably went to school early...
No, Secretary Yang...
Right.
I'm not sure either.
What about school?
Are you saying that In Sang went to school early?
Yes. Probably...
I don't want to judge my father anymore. I don't have any other grand reason.
I just don't want to miss the opportunity.
Of course my being with her won't fix all the problems.
I'll get into fights with her, I'll make her cry...
I'll hurt her again.
But...
No, because of that, I must be with her.
We can't afford to experience all these separately.
I'll be a burden for Bom's parents and Noo Ri for now...
But I'll try my best to make something of myself.
I do feel bad for all the worry I caused for my parents until now.
I want to thank my parents for raising me...
And please tell my father that while I may not be following his plan...
I won't be a failure.
Isn't he very articulate?
I must support him. So I'll resign too.
I'm sorry that I can't carry out the rest of my contracted term.
What is it? What did In Sang do this time?
Secretary Yang, thank you so much for everything so far.
This kind of things happen quite often!
It'll only get worse if you consider it to be serious!
I don't think it's something that you can preach to us about.
That makes me upset...
We're like a family here!
I'm disowning him!
What?
Darling... It's not a simple act of rebellion?
I'll say it again. I'm disowning him!
Did my brother really go to Bom's place?
Yes.
Then it's nothing serious!
- That's right. - He's just visiting his in-laws.
Yes.
It seems like your words don't mean much here.
Human beings are quite selfish.
Yes.
I'll bring out the president soon.
Be careful of what you say.
Are you just going to let it slide?
Don't make me repeat myself.
Then what about me? Should I not do anything?
Persevere.
Where is this?
Dad!
Wake up, dad!
So I'm finally here.
Come here! Jin Young!
He swings his arms quite a lot! Be careful.
Jin Young!
- You must avoid them well. - In Sang is here?
- Come here... - Yes!
Let's see your face!
I'm not going to work until I see you!
Yes!
I think it'll fit him.
Do you think he'll wear these? These are cheap clothes!
Hey!
- Hello. - Long time no see!
Look at you! You're a fashion terrorist!
Hey!
You can wear uncle's clothes for now.
Okay.
Come here, Jin Young!
- How nice! - It's fine!
- So you're here to live with us, right? - Yes, for now...
Then I'll see you later!
- It fits! - Goodbye...
Bye!
How worrisome...
I'm sure you thought about it hundreds of times...
but the reality is different.
Your mobile phone bill, gas, electricity, and rice expenses...
Milk, transportation...
You have to make money to pay for these.
Living in such a small quarter will cause some annoyances too.
You'll have to run out to the park if there's a line for the bathroom...
- That's not the only thing. - The food you eat will be different too.
You're scaring me quite a lot!
It's better to start scared.
If you're still willing to do this, we'll accept you.
But if you don't think you can do this, just go home now.
When people say you're just being young and stupid...
It's not just about you anymore. It's about us too.
Indeed.
I'll try...
No, I can do it.
Why is everyone so depressed?
What a terrible girl...
She hasn't even called once...
Say something to your mother.
Why do I have to?
She's so disappointed because she thinks you ruined everything!
I did it so she can be disappointed.
Don't be like that.
Seriously...
You haven't given up yet?
In Sang has run away from home. Forever.
You provoked him by being ridiculous in front of his mother.
You should be free too.
Stop trying to save your assets by uniting with In Sang's family...
And stop participating in Yeon Hee's nobility play.
It's degrading.
I'd prefer...
if we stay away from them.
Don't be so immature.
I've already told you! You're very charming except for this!
A penniless divorcee must sell her charm.
Are you scared that you'll lose everything?
I haven't slept in days!
- Ma'am? - Yes?
Are you going out?
Where is she?
Why are you concerned?
Now that this marriage thing didn't work out, she'll come up with some other plan.
That sounds ominous. Some other plan?
There's something compatible about them.
You're the one who seems relaxed.
Your brother is their doctor. That's a very close connection.
And you're the one who was warned first to stop coming here for a while!
What are you talking about?
No, I'm willing to transfer. Just get the earliest one.
Are you leaving the country?
Where?
I don't know.
What?
You...
They want me to leave the country for a year.
What?
It means they won't put me behind bars.
It'll be announced soon.
What can we do?
Oh, my God...
I'm sorry...
Declare the appointee. Tomorrow at 10 a.m.
Yes.
How was his reaction?
He wanted to thank you. Would you like to talk to him?
If he accepted it without resistance, that's fine.
There won't be anyone around him who'll try to sway him in the other direction, right?
He is friends with a lot of people, but I don't think they have a lot of influence on him.
Except your wife.
You have nothing to worry about that part.
Now only your tasks remain.
Yes, sir.
There must be absolutely nothing suspicious about the Han Trust.
I know, sir.
Clean it up.
The conference room.
It all comes down to this.
I expected the thing about Song Jae Wan.
That means anything below him will be wiped out too.
I'm sure you can tell by the character of the appointee.
He'll wipe everything out.
All the fingernails and toenails?
Yoon Je Hoon, Yoo Shin Young...
Their bar licenses will be suspended at least.
Seeing from how he wants to create this cloud of fear all over the country...
I guess the Han Trust is quite important to him...
as a station for the Han family's slush funds.
Tell them to not touch it.
So I guess President Han will forgive your wrongdoings...
if you manage to get me agree to his terms.
And why would I do that?
In the worst case scenario...
you might go to prison for illegal surveillance.
The money that was spent to acquire the information did come from Hansong...
but there's no paper trail.
People will think you got ripped off by a swindler!
That's all you got?
If you want to use Han Jeong Ho until the end...
Wouldn't it be better for you to conclude this talk and stay longer?
I'm saddened that we couldn't be on the same team.
We shall see who smiles tomorrow.
Sure.
The wage is 5,500 won an hour. It'll be 6,000 won for nights and weekends.
What?
But he'll change the shipment time for drinks and alcoholic beverages.
So they'll pay you 500 won more?
That's why it'd be better for me to do it!
You'll start tutoring again next month.
If I don't get fired, you can stop working.
Let's worry about that later.
I want to get 500 won more too!
- Are you going to fight that? - 500 won an hour is substantial!
That's not what I mean...
He has a long way to go! Right?
Hey, Seo Bom.
I'm literally penniless.
My credit card got suspended.
It's certain now.
This is my family card. They deleted my name.
Now it's hitting me!
Are you upset?
No.
I'm trying to say that 500 won an hour is quite significant!
So don't treat me like a stranger.
I'm from here! Right?
You're scared, aren't you?
No.
Jin Young is watching!
Did you eat dinner?
Yes!
Did you eat?
I must go to work. Goodbye, Jin Young!
Bye.
- See you later! - Bye!
I thought you're taking her shift.
I'm starting tomorrow.
You can display your affection.
It'll be so stifling if you can't even do that!
It'll be okay. I'll be more careful.
It won't be!
Sit down! Let's have a drink!
Hi, Jin Young!
Do you like having your father here?
I'm going to wash my hands!
Bring the glasses!
I was going to leave first...
But I've missed my chance.
It feels quite empty.