(All characters, locations, groups, incidents are fictional.)
(Filmed according to COVID-19 regulations.)
(Kill Heel)
She saw it happen.
I'm sure Ms. Gi saw it happen.
(Episode 3)
Don't worry too much.
She was badly hurt,
but she's still conscious.
Her family moved her to the ward...
No Sung Woo.
Oh, my gosh! Just talk, how dare you...
Have you decided to talk back now?
Why not just go all the way?
I apologize.
I'm a bit out of my mind.
I've never seen a car accident before.
And I have?
My gosh...
Excuse me for a second.
You do resemble her.
Pardon?
It's nothing.
Why don't we eat?
I didn't know what you would like.
So I chose a Korean restaurant.
Please dig in.
Okay.
What is it? Is this uncomfortable?
To be honest, it's not exactly comfortable.
I wish you wouldn't.
You look like you're getting scolded here.
But that's not why I'm here.
This must've taken a toll on you physically and mentally.
And I wanted to treat you...
to a meal as a way to show you my support.
I'm sorry.
I don't know what to say to you.
You don't have to feel so bad.
Life never goes the way you want it to.
It was just one show.
And the ghost thing?
In life, you see things worse than ghosts.
But you don't see ghosts, right?
Gosh.
I'm sorry.
It was a joke. But that was a bad one.
I would like to apologize again...
for causing you to worry.
You don't have to apologize to me.
I told you. You only messed up one show.
I'm so stupid.
It's what I said. That was the problem, wasn't it?
I said it was fine,
but I kept repeating that you messed up the show.
Gosh. That's not what I was going for at all.
I'm serious.
So why don't we treat an accident as an accident...
and move on?
And why don't we focus on the big picture...
we will plan together?
Okay?
Gosh. Please eat.
I cannot finish everything here by myself.
Lately,
everyone wants to be perfect.
But it's not easy to be perfect.
I don't wish to be perfect.
I see. Okay. I know that.
That was not what I was getting at.
One imperfection will not end your career.
Personally, I prefer people with flaws.
How can I put it?
I think flaws are part of the charms too.
But I'm not saying that you have flaws.
Please don't get the wrong idea.
Gosh. I'm sorry to interrupt the conversation, sir.
You need to answer your wife's call.
When you didn't answer your phone, she called me directly.
You were taking my wife's call outside?
Goodness.
Women and their wild imaginations.
Whenever I bring that up,
she tells me about women's hunches or instincts.
That's what she says.
I tell her she's always wrong,
so she should just drop it. Goodness.
Actually, that wasn't the issue.
She wanted to discuss...
an urgent matter regarding her brother-in-law.
Is that so?
I'm sorry. Excuse me for a moment.
What am I...
supposed to be thinking right now?
What are you thinking right now?
Why are you so hostile again? What did you see?
This meal right now.
It's uncomfortable, isn't it?
You're wondering if this is just a meal and nothing else.
His gaze... You're a woman, after all. I'm sure you felt it too.
It's sweet.
It's indeed different.
Even I could feel it.
So we shouldn't just toss our instincts...
just because we get it wrong a few times. Right?
- Must I keep listening to you? - Yes. You must.
I'm expressing what you're feeling right now.
I bet all kinds of wild imaginations consumed your thoughts...
and exaggerated things too.
So you must have a lot on your mind not knowing what to do now.
And I can sort of guess what you must be thinking too.
I can't say what you're thinking is exactly wrong.
But here's one thing.
Among many imaginations you have, you need to cross this one out.
That man came here to purely have a meal with you.
He's not like us.
"Us"?
Why are you grouping me with you?
That's the most unpleasant thing I heard today.
I wanted to turn things around.
To do that, we need a chance.
Some chances are coincidental.
But some chances must be coordinated by someone.
And I'm coordinating it right now.
Given everything I'm doing for you, aren't I helping you?
This is why people still get criticized after giving presents.
You and I are different.
Do you see that?
Sure. Get home safely.
Are you reminded of Hae Soo?
I did not think you of all people would bring her up.
Sometimes,
it's like you can read my mind.
I recently sensed it too.
I wouldn't say she resembles her.
You know those times...
when you're reminded of someone because of the aura?
The more I looked at her...
and the more I looked into her eyes,
I was reminded of...
More than anything, her behavior reminds me of Hae Soo.
- I understand what you mean. - Okay.
But you know what Hae Soo...
You know what Hae Soo means to me.
Hae Soo...
Darn it.
I don't know how to express this.
Hae Soo is...
just Hae Soo.
No one can resemble her.
- Do you get what I'm saying? - I do.
I'm sorry. I misspoke.
Are you smiling?
What's so funny?
Are you insane?
I'm sorry.
I'm starting to lose my faith in you.
I'll be careful.
Yes, please. Be careful.
- Joon Bum. - What?
Thank you for saving me earlier.
Took you long enough.
- Why are you staring at me? - What? I was not.
I'm hungry.
Let's grab something to eat.
I'll buy tteokbokki to thank you for saving me.
That's so cheap compared to what I did.
Tteokbokki is super expensive.
Forget that. Go home.
What? Hey!
Get home safely.
What's his problem? He's so annoying.
Why didn't you call your driver?
It's not like I drank.
I'm a better driver anyway.
Get on home.
Are you reminded of Hae Soo?
They're not alike at all.
Hae Soo was just...
Hae Soo.
(Jake Hotel 3417)
I'm working.
Yes. It looks like I'll be home late.
Don't wait up for me and go to sleep.
Okay.
Me too. Mommy loves you too.
(Lee Hyun Wook)
Hello?
So soon?
I thought you'd need this.
Do you like them?
Come in.
Hello.
(CFO Gi Mo Ran)
He's here and should be up soon.
Then we'll have to wait, won't we?
It must be him.
Oh, okay.
Sorry, I'm late.
I couldn't come empty-handed.
Wait.
Come in.
(Escaping Seoul in Seoul)
Let me introduce him to you first.
He's Designer Yang Pil Won.
He's the first-ever Asian chief designer...
of the conservative French brand Selena.
He's a rising star who overturned the brand's old image into...
- You're Korean-American? - I was adopted.
Was that very rude of me?
No. It's not a secret.
I'll ask you point-blank.
Please do.
A designer in full bloom on the home shopping network?
Well...
When I heard you'd responded to our call,
I was actually doubtful.
As you know, high fashion and home shopping...
- are very different... - It would be. I expect it to be.
If you'll cater to a few conditions, I'm willing to work with you.
What's that?
First, I do all the designs.
It's pointless if I just sign off on someone else's designs.
I want consistency through the seasons as if it's a collection.
You have more than one condition?
Second, no mass production or multiple components.
My clothes will be well-made and sold at a reasonable price.
I think we need to negotiate...
If you want to become high-class, make something high-class.
Does just talking about high-class make you so?
I doubt that.
- Is there more? - Yes.
My clothes will never be sold at a discount.
That's it.
Your clothes are exceptional.
However...
What do you think?
Selling well-made clothes at a reasonable price is all good.
But won't that be risky on the home shopping network?
As Ms. Gi said, our usual consumers...
are different from those on the high-end.
A high-quality expensive product...
We tried that and the result was...
By result, you mean profit, correct?
Of course.
I heard your fashion sector was struggling. Is that right?
Quality-wise, we lose to Gaon Homeshopping.
Price-wise...
other places offer better deals.
I stepped out of line to do some analyzing.
Please don't get me wrong.
Your fashion sector has no image.
My project isn't about making a profit.
Even if you lose money,
I think you should create a differentiated image.
Profits will follow naturally.
"Naturally"?
Well,
that's an assumption. It's not definite.
- What do you think, Ms. Distracted? - What?
What do I think about...
I apologize.
Sorry.
Create a high-end image?
Fine. Who doesn't like a high-end image?
But we must also accept a possible loss?
- We might not lose money. - But it's more likely we will.
Will you make up for the losses?
What if it goes amazingly well?
We'll discuss that then, I guess.
Fine. I'll put together a special team...
that'll handle everything from planning to sales.
With a producer, merchandiser, and host.
However, if the first try fails, that's the end of it.
Wouldn't that be best for us both?
Mr. Seo, you're in charge.
I understand.
Sorry. I just came up with one more condition.
What?
I want her to be my liaison.
What?
Who, me? What can I...
Well...
You're much more adventurous than you look.
As you wish.
Shoot.
- I'm candidate number seven - Number seven Choi In Guk!
Please vote for me.
- Vote for me, number seven. - Good luck.
- I trust in you. - Thank you.
- We love you, Choi In Guk! - Thank you.
Number seven, thank you.
Hello. I bought from you and I love the clothes.
Thank you.
- I'm a fan. Good luck! - Thank you.
- Please vote. Thank you. - Ms. Bae.
Thank you.
Hello, please vote.
- Please vote. - Have a nice day.
Thank you.
- Hello. - Hello.
Please vote for me.
- Hello, please vote for me. - Have a nice day.
I'll be home late tonight.
Figure dinner out.
Where are you going?
I'm meeting a friend.
Hello.
Which friend?
I only have one friend.
(New Worker for Tomorrow, Choi In Guk)
Don't make a fuss. I worked hard today.
- We'd appreciate your support. - Hi. We'd appreciate your support.
- We can do it. - We can do it.
(CEO Lee Hyun Wook)
(Message)
(CEO Lee Hyun Wook)
The receiver cannot be reached. You will be directed to voicemail.
One out.
Yes. Come in.
Ms. Gi.
Do you remember that day when it was raining heavily?
That day, I couldn't reach my husband.
So I called you instead.
Yes. I remember that.
He was very late, wasn't he?
As you know,
with the host that messed up the show...
I see. The show host who saw a ghost on air?
I know about that.
I see. You guys were scolding that woman.
That explains it.
He was pretty quiet when he got home.
Now I get it.
Asking him who he's been with hurts my pride now.
When I get so frustrated and ask him,
he treats me as if I'm delusional.
When people see me, they probably think I'm crazy.
From now on, I can ask you where he's been.
I will tell you before you ask me.
Gosh.
You really are amazing.
You're starting to grow on me which is a problem.
This is so fun.
You know, women sharing secrets and gossiping.
I'm sorry. I pressed it too hard.
What are you doing?
People are watching.
Whatever you do,
news travels especially fast these days.
I'm sorry.
I lose my temper at times.
I hope you can understand.
But it hurt a bit.
Be careful from now on.
Okay?
Okay.
Take a look at the pants.
The color just looks absolutely amazing.
I want her to be my liaison.
Come on.
I'm in big trouble.
I don't know anything.
What am I going to do?
Come on. Seriously.
He's killing me!
What is up with that crazy designer?
Why me?
Come on.
Joon Bum.
I can't do this.
What?
I know I might be asking a lot,
but could you do me a favor?
What favor? You want a favor from me?
You might think it's incredibly hard and makes no sense.
You might even think that I'm crazy by asking this.
Yes. I'm already thinking that you might be crazy.
What is it? I'll at least hear you out.
Can you...
please let me have a private meeting with Ms. Gi?
Gosh. I really did not see that coming.
Well,
it's about the project we recently started.
Let's be honest. Do you really think I'm ready for this?
And there are other things I wanted to talk to her about.
Please. Could you help me out?
How?
No way.
I knew that you were crazy.
But I never thought you would be this crazy.
I mean, it's not that hard to set up a meeting with your superior.
But my concern is...
that she's not going to just say yes to every meeting she gets.
Hey, it's hard for even me to set up a meeting with her.
That's why I'm asking you to help me.
Right? This is beyond you, right?
Of course. Why don't you just wait for her in the lobby?
You can just run into her and "meet" her then.
Gosh. What have I done to get a junior like you?
Joon Bum, could I please not do this project?
Drop the cute act.
Hey, I heard you used to work in the film industry.
Yes. Why are you asking me that all of a sudden?
I get that this job wasn't your first choice.
To be honest, other people would kill for this opportunity.
Wouldn't they?
They would.
Whether you like it or not, you have no choice.
You work here, and this fell on your lap.
Why don't you at least show me...
you're trying and want to make this work?
Try it.
If you can't do it, quit and go back to making movies.
Leave. No one is stopping you.
Hey, don't you think you're being unreasonable?
What's this now?
You think I'm unreasonable?
It's you who's being unreasonable here!
Do you think this looks good on me?
Are you serious?
We already decided to go with white pants in the meeting.
What is your problem?
It's the way they fit! That's the problem!
Do you want my career to end...
because of a bad pair of pants like somebody?
Is that it?
How am I supposed to work with someone so unfashionable?
Gosh. You're unbelievable.
Why are you being so picky all of a sudden?
Don't get so worked up.
Just do your job right. That's all I'm saying. Okay?
I'm not being picky.
Gosh. Unbelievable!
That ridiculous woman.
She thinks she's a top host after filling in for Ms. Woo once.
Right.
- Eun Nara. - What's wrong with you?
Joon Bum. I'm really upset.
Joon Bum. I can't work with her. This is messed up and maddening!
Come on. This is driving me crazy.
Eun Nara, you shouldn't have said those things.
Or you could have talked to me instead.
I didn't yell at her.
I was just talking to her. That was all.
It was her who yelled at me and got worked up.
But still.
She brought me a random pair of pants and forced me to wear them.
How can I go on TV with pants like that?
By the way,
how come you are treating me and Hyun different?
Are you playing favorites?
Why are you only yelling at me?
Then I'll do it.
If you can't do it, I'll do it.
Be it a pair of high-waisted pants or granny's underpants.
I can wear anything you bring me.
Joon Bum. She said she couldn't do it. Let me do it.
Should I?
Hey, I get that you want to be the star of the show.
But you're not there yet.
There's a line of people who are willing to take your place!
So stop getting the wrong idea.
Joon Bum. I should get ready, right?
I'll get ready.
- What are you talking about? - Gosh.
The show must go on even if the condition isn't favorable.
That's what professionals do.
And that's my responsibility, right?
I'll get ready now.
Gosh.
Out of my way.
Gosh.
That was very nice.
That was nothing.
- See you around. - Okay.
Bye.
Don't follow me.
I won't.
You won't let me see her anyway.
He got better.
Seriously.
Joon Bum has gotten so soft.
Any softer, and he'll turn into mush.
He wouldn't have let that pass...
- in the past. - Right?
He's soft?
- Joon Bum? - Yes.
Did I mishear you?
He used to have such a stick up his butt before.
He was the most inflexible person in the world.
He was a military officer and super strict.
He was a perfect fit for the military,
but I wondered how he'd survive at a company.
- Right. - No way.
That's ridiculous.
- Come on. - Oh my gosh.
Liar.
It's true.
Hold on. Are you acting cute?
Stop it.
- Boop boop. - Let's go work.
- Bye. - Hey.
Girls. Can't you respond?
Some chances are coincidental.
But some chances must be coordinated by someone.
(CEO Lee Hyun Wook)
It has been way too long since we hung out.
I know. It's been too long.
I thought it would be easier once you got promoted, but I guess not.
Nothing in life is free.
Once your salary goes up, you have to work even harder.
Even still, you never hang out with me,
so I thought you got yourself a man or something.
That's a terrifying thought.
Why? You never know.
You know that better than anyone.
Things are hectic now because of your husband, right?
Anyway, how's Hyun doing?
She looked distraught.
Well... I'm not sure yet. I'll have to wait and see.
Look after her.
I feel bad that she's bearing the weight alone.
She'll get through it.
Why must you be so cold?
I know you don't mean it.
So, how's Jung Hyun doing?
I didn't want to sound like I was bragging, but you asked.
He's getting a scholarship again.
He says summa cum laude is in the bag.
Oh my gosh. Speak of the devil.
Hello, Lady Ok Sun!
What's with the sudden video call?
I missed seeing my mom's face, that's why. Where are you?
Didn't Dad tell you? I'm going to be home late.
I finally stopped by at home, and Dad's not here.
You always come by when we're out.
Your dad must be having a drink with the election people.
Anyway, what timing. I was just talking about you.
Really? With whom?
Wow. Auntie Mo Ran.
Hi, Jung Hyun. How have you been?
You've become even more beautiful since I last saw you.
Bad boy. You shouldn't toy with grown-ups.
I totally mean it 100 percent.
This is how he is. I can't scold him even if he causes trouble.
Did you eat?
- No. - Oh no.
I want to have your cooking.
I'm going to eat something yummy with Auntie Mo Ran.
What time will you be home?
I'll be home soon.
Yes.
I should go.
Bye.
Okay. Thanks.
You're still up.
I had a lot of work today.
- I'm going to wash up. - Have a seat.
What is that?
Money.
That's not my point.
I'll give you the money that your family wants.
Where did you...
Did you dip into the money for Ji Yoon?
I told you not to.
It didn't matter to you anyway.
- Hyun. - I'm fed up.
If I'm with you,
I become a bad wife and a bad daughter-in-law.
I'd rather...
give you this money and end it.
What do you mean?
End what?
Are you asking for a divorce?
I planned to at first,
but I can't because of Ji Yoon.
I don't want my daughter to have any sorrow.
You can't be a good husband,
but you should be able to be a good dad.
You can do that, can't you?
Hyun.
It's simple. Don't overthink it.
Let's consider ourselves actors when we're with Ji Yoon from now on.
Your role will be her dad, and mine will be her mom.
To be honest, I've let you go.
My life was...
too burdensome.
I'm going to let you go. I've made up my mind.
You're so mean.
Did I cheat like other men?
Did I mistreat you?
I know I made a mistake,
but I was just trying to do my best.
Even now. I'm trying so hard...
to do my best.
Try harder.
Stop whining.
Try harder and...
become a great dad to Ji Yoon.
That's the only thing I ask of you now.
That's all that is left.
I love you.
What did you just say?
Are all men this funny?
Or are you the funny one?
(CEO Lee Hyun Wook)
Let's grab a meal soon.
Let's find a way to turn the table around.
We need to survive first...
to figure out if we should keep going or stop. Okay?
(UNI Homeshopping)
Yes?
You asked to see me?
Come in.
I understand. I'll prepare accordingly.
It applies to shows that air tonight onward.
What? Tonight's shows too?
Why? Is there a problem?
Not at all. We'll be prepared.
You're capable of making that face too?
Pardon? What face?
Never mind. You can go.
Hello.
Hi, Sung Woo.
- Ms. Oh. - What?
Are you all right?
About what? Oh, that?
What can I do? I can't find someone else now.
Fretting won't help.
You're so cool with it.
I am so not. I just pretend to be.
That's how to survive and make a living.
Hello.
- Hello. - Mr. Seo's not here yet?
Here he is.
Hello, Mr. Seo.
Mr. Seo.
I think you can go home.
What do you mean? I have a show in a few hours.
Someone else will host that.
Yes.
What do you mean?
Why are you all treating me like this?
This is infuriating.
Will someone get me an iced coffee?
Two shots, lots of ice.
Who will host the next show, then?
Is it Woo Hyun?
Are you insane?
There's no way she can come back after what happened.
She can't? Can one mistake ruin a career?
This business is so scary.
What happened to her was a disaster, not a mistake.
Still, don't you think she could come back?
My gosh. Never. Not at all.
I'll cut off my hand if she comes back.
Thank you.
Calm down.
My goodness.
(Sensible Fashion)
Woo Hyun, welcome back.
Thanks a lot.
Let's do this.
We're ready to roll!
(Sensible Fashion)
Three.
Three!
Two.
Two!
- One. - One!
In.
(Kill Heel)
(Special thanks to actor Kang Ji Sub.)
It was his idea, wasn't it?
Everyone has a role,
and chances come and go.
She edged out Ok Sun...
and took over the prime-time shows?
Look just at me. Focus on me and...
Do you want to live? Do you think it's unfair?
Are flies buzzing around?
I'm going to start an affiliate.
To do so, we must work on Lee Hyun Wook.
I got to Mr. Lee.
What then?
What exactly is it that I get?