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Part 3 Being Invisible
Milky Way Nursing Hospital
Lying on a dirty 1.6 ㎡ bed,
my father waited for me all day.
My father waited only for me all day...
In his last moments right before he left me,
My dearest Father.
lying on the bed he was stuck to for over 6 years, My dearest Father.
lying on the bed he was stuck to for over 6 years,
what was going on his head?
He mustered up all the strength he had left...
Where did he want to go?
Was he suddenly incredibly hungry?
Was he in so much pain that it was unbearable?
Or...
Did he just want to go home?
How suffocating it must have been...
How lonely he must have felt...
How scared he must have been...
How...
How he must have waited for me...
Those were the only things I could think of.
That tormented me.
So I ran far away from that day, like this.
My father always waited for me all day.
I don't know what death is yet.
I don't know what life is either.
Will I understand one day as time goes by?
What life is and what death is...
What the present is and what the future is...
In the last moments of life, everyone is alone.
Will I eventually understand that?
Why die?
Just don't pick up.
Take it.
My arm is sore.
It's not easy when you actually look at it.
You hear about people jumping off on the news.
This alley
is where kids go to private academies.
It will scar those kids.
It won't be easy
cleaning up afterwards, either.
Not long ago, a friend of mine killed himself.
He didn't jump. He...
Anyway.
Hey.
I think this is in line with my unit.
If you jump, you might hit my exhaust pipe.
If you want to jump off from here,
you'd have to get a good running start.
So...
So that's...
That's what humans are like.
Normally, they don't really care.
But when it seems like someone's in trouble,
they draw near.
They're inherently meddlesome.
So.
I was going out to buy kimchi
when I heard yelling on the emergency stairs.
Then I heard you clamoring up to the rooftop.
Naturally, I followed you.
What I want to say is,
don't read too much into us
running into each other like this again.
Do you live on the 10th floor?
Why haven't I seen you before?
Have you seen me before?
My father lives here.
Oh, your father.
Your father must be sick.
I saw you bought porridge.
Darn it.
I had cooked instant noodles.
I have to cook it again.
Your father will be worried.
Since you went to buy porridge but haven't returned.
He'll also be hungry.
Well, then.
I'm going to go buy kimchi.
You should...
What should you tell your father?
Tell him you went up to the roof for some fresh air.
Then a meddlesome,
but quite nice-looking guy
was making a scene, trying to kill himself.
He didn't jump, so you came down.
You're never going back up to the roof.
Yeah.
Sounds good.
Okay, then let's leave it at that.
I'll be going now.
I lived here over a year. Never knew we had this.
Thanks.
When we meet next time,
let's exchange it.
KakaoTalk.
Did I wake you?
Huh? You haven't left?
No. I said I'm sleeping over.
I thought you left for home.
Oh.
Go back to sleep. I'll wash up and sleep, too.
It wasn't Jeong-su.
It wasn't him, so don't kill an innocent man.
Yeah, right.
It wasn't him.
Don't you believe me?
Alright.
It doesn't matter. I'm the witch.
Don't say that, please.
Okay.
It's really all over, right?
We're both full of doubt.
I believe you. I'm not full of doubt.
If you're not using the toilet, I'm showering.
Why shower in such a small space?
Shower at your place.
My place is small, too.
And this is my place.
The other one is under Jeong-su's name.
This is mine.
I lived here for 7 years before you came.
Right.
You did a huge thing, buying a place in Seoul.
Others will think I bought a house in Seoul.
It's an old studio and the bank owns half of it.
But you paid off the other half.
There's a bathroom, a kitchen,
a boiler, a window and no one to answer to.
Not many can do this without their parents' help.
You've recovered your energy.
I said I wasn't sick.
Also,
of course I got my parents' help.
When I was studying in Seoul,
you sold the family property and paid my rent.
I fainted often so you got me medicine for 8 years.
It was your grandfather's property not mine.
That's the same thing.
By the way,
how much debt do you have left?
I don't want to think about it.
How much is it?
- It's a little. A little. - Oh, dear.
Jeez.
- Let go. - How much...
Dad.
You must eat eggs within the expiration date.
It's the final date for distribution.
You can eat them 1-2 months after that.
Then it'll hatch into a chick in the fridge.
If it hatches, I'll raise it on the rooftop.
The rooftop isn't yours...
I'm just saying.
It won't hatch. How can it hatch?
I'm just saying.
Did something happen while you were out?
Huh? Why?
Oh, nothing.
I went to the rooftop to get some fresh air.
The rooftop?
Why go there at night when it's dangerous?
Right.
Anyway,
I decided never to go back up there.
You know the guy in the last unit down the hall?
Down the hall?
We met him at the entrance yesterday.
Oh, the playboy?
Yeah.
You know what?
It seems he saw me for the first time yesterday.
You met him somewhere else?
Well...
Just briefly when I came down from the roof.
We met in the elevator
and said hi several times before.
And by mistake,
his bill was sent to us, so I gave it to him.
Yeah, I remember.
But I know what kind of instant noodles he eats.
How do you know that?
You told me.
I did?
You said he throws out
the same 10-20 instant noodle boxes.
Oh, yes.
That's right.
I remember.
But he doesn't remember me at all.
He didn't know I lived here.
Anyway.
He saw me for the first time.
He might be really stupid.
No.
It's not that.
You know that feeling.
You're there, but you're not there.
Anyway.
I was invisible to him, Dad.
Come to think of it,
I was like that when I was young.
I only saw what I was interested in.
Reservation for Sunday 2 PM. 3 hours. Possible?
Everyone except me was just a passerby.
Perfect Stand-in Everyone except me was just a passerby.
I don't remember looking at anyone closely. Perfect Stand-in
I don't remember looking at anyone closely.
We're in the same space
but living in different worlds.
You don't see them because you're not interested.
You don't know what I'm talking about, right?
Of course I know.
You do?
Of course.
I think that too sometimes.
I think, 'I guess those people can't see me.'
You live like you're not there.
Then you really disappear.
Dad...
Huh?
You and I are both invisible.
Right?
You're not invisible yet.
Being invisible is great.
You can steal stuff,
rob a bank and beat up bad kids.
Where should I start?
That's really old.
When did it all go wrong?
A year ago?
Or earlier than that?
It's safe here.
It's okay.
Since I'm average.
I had always believed I was average.
But now, I have no place there.
Dad...
I am now...
Sorry.
Just until we arrive.
My head hurts so bad...
I've aged a lot in a year, right?
Let's just
go quietly.
Like a building that was built the wrong way,
at a pace known only to me,
everything is collapsing very slowly.
One day,
the wind may blow unexpectedly.
Or it may rain,
or snow...
ID Card Jeong Jeong-woo
Damyung Lodging
And in the spot that may collapse first Damyung Lodging
is me, standing there.
Everything you see is just a shell.
I'm not here.
Where
could I be?
Is this the bottom?
Or
is there a place lower than this?
Job Application Form
I'm anxious because I don't know where that is.
Seunghwa Housekeeping
I'm taking the photo now. Seunghwa Housekeeping
I'm taking the photo now.
One, two, three.
I'm so anxious.
Jeez. How can you drag that down?
You're scratching the stairs.
The stairs? These stairs?
The stairs that are over 30 years old?
Soon-gyu.
This suitcase is more expensive.
I told you to quiet down and you're being louder.
Why are you whispering? So creepy!
How loyal and virtuous you are!
What?
Do you have no self-esteem?
If you're going to live together,
hold a wedding or something.
How can I hold a wedding?
You're excited already.
You know what?
I didn't comment
on everything that I saw.
But you're just lousy.
I'm leaving.
What's up with you today?
Why are you taking that?
You said Gang-jae gave it to you.
No, I didn't. I said he lent it to me.
He lent it to you?
Yes.
It's expensive.
How can you think of just pocketing it?
Gang-jae has a lot of these.
Stop speaking about things you don't know about.
He's struggling, too.
Why?
Did you two get in trouble?
Never mind.
Wake Woo-nam up and fix him breakfast.
You're such a clown.
Jeez.
That was embarrassing.
Five pairs of shoes, two coats,
five dress shirts
and two watches.
Are you selling the suitcase as well?
Yes.
Oh, this one, too.
Is it consignment?
Or do you want them purchased altogether?
What do you think?
How much are they altogether?
Nice.
- Take a photo of me. - Okay.
One, two, three.
I asked her to tag along.
I thought it'd be better than just us two.
She was a trainee for a long time, so she can act.
Why'd you wear that?
Why? You said we're going to a funeral.
I didn't say that.
We're getting money for the funeral expenses.
You should've dressed like a student.
You look like an old lady that sells drugs.
Let's just get the money.
And stop nagging all the time.
Hi, there.
Hello.
You're rude to me,
but you're always nice to him.
Did you give her money?
Why would I do that?
Your level of thinking is so low.
Jeez.
Did he really commit suicide because of money?
His sister lives in such a rich neighborhood.
Everyone has their own complicated history.
What's so complicated?
The rich sister can give her poor brother some money.
They're family.
You think that because you have no money.
If you're rich,
how you see the world changes.
How do you know? You've never had money.
You told me.
You said you read it in a book last week.
I did?
What's the use of reading a lot?
You don't retain anything.
I said that?
It's because my brain is full of knowledge.
This way or that way?
Go straight.
Who is it?
Hello, we're Jeong-woo's...
Huh?
She hung up.
What is it?
Oh... Hello.
We're Jeong-woo's friends from school.
How did you know where I lived?
Oh, umm...
Oh, the police gave us your address.
There's a public parking lot up there.
I'll meet you there.
What do you want?
Money?
Well, not necessarily.
We held his funeral.
But since we're students,
the funeral costs were a bit too much for us.
These are Jeong-woo's things.
In case you wanted them.
I have to go pick up my kids.
How much do I have to give you?
For taking care of things?
KRW 35 million...
Oh, no. Not that much.
It was KRW 3.5 million.
Just KRW 3.5 million.
I heard he drowned with some single mom.
Did he really commit suicide?
He didn't die by mistake while trying
to exploit a naïve woman?
This is it. I can't give you more.
How much is this?
Count it if you want.
So you're the boss here.
He's so pathetic, even until the end.
You kids.
Did you even hold a funeral?
Excuse me, but we...
It's KRW 550,000.
Send the rest to my account.
You have a pen?
I do.
That's Jeong-woo.
Just because he fell behind doesn't mean
you can abandon him like an animal.
We're human.
Send the money on your way to pick up your kids.
If you don't, you'll get to see
your kids having lunch
with our uncles tomorrow.
Spend money on your kids, if not your brother.
Your heart is where your money is.
I'm asking you
to show me your heart.
They want to go to lunch or brunch
at this age.
They heard a new place opened near your workplace.
Where did those ladies get that information?
I don't know. They saw it on TV.
Anyway,
I looked it up on my phone,
and found out their brunch
costs KRW 30,000 per person.
It's ridiculous.
It must be good.
Good?
It's wasting money to show off.
Why did you call me?
I'm working.
Oh.
So I want to have noodles at your food court
and go meet my friends
a little later when they are having dessert.
Why are you like this when you have a lot of money?
Just go and have brunch.
Will you give me the money?
Okay, I will.
Should I send the money to you right now?
You barely make ends meet. Don't be cheeky.
KRW 30,000 is 20 rolls of gimbap.
It's been a long time since you sold gimbap,
but you're still talking about it.
You can treat your friends for once.
What if they exclude you from now on?
You think they're letting me hang out?
I'm a core member of that group, you bastard.
Mom, talk quietly.
I'm in the elevator.
So what will you do? Will you come here?
That's what I've been saying all along.
You keep cutting me off.
Alright. Please continue.
I'll head out now,
eat lunch there, look around
and join them later.
Yep.
Keep up the good work.
Call me when you get here.
Okay.
She bled too much.
Let us through, please.
Watch your back. Slowly.
Did she take poison? Self-mutilation?
Both.
Please move.
You can't be on the stairs.
Move out of the way.
- Go down the stairs. - You're not her guardian, are you?
No, I'm not.
You know the contact number of her guardian?
It's my first time
coming here...
Wait. The applicant's name...
The person who made the request
was old fashioned, so I thought it was her mother.
Many apply for the service for their kids.
You have a number?
Yes.
Let's talk on the way.
Please come with us for now.
Did someone die?
They might be sick.
Not dead.
Come on. Let's go.
Hello, this is Jin Jeong-su in charge of Foods.
A guest?
There's no way she's this early.
Oh, my mom said she'd be here.
It's not my mom?
Yeah.
The rice balls she bought this morning
are a spoiled?
Hello...
Team Leader Jin Jeong-su.
I bought five rice balls here this morning.
Can we go over there and talk?
I have a lot to say.
Hello.
Oh, hello.
Where are you?
I'm about to get on the bus.
Oh, there's the bus.
What shall we eat?
I'm so hungry.
Mom, don't get on just yet.
Huh?
Why?
I got a complaint just now,
so I'm stuck here.
Is it bad?
No, it's not.
But I'm a bit busy.
Meet up with your friends for lunch
or eat at home and then meet them.
Don't worry about me at a time like this.
I'll take care of myself.
But what is it about?
Did someone get sick after eating something?
No, it's nothing like that.
Anyway,
I'm busy, so I'll hang up now.
Okay, go work.
Call me when things are fixed.
Okay.
Mom, it's really nothing.
So don't worry about it.
Okay?
Don't worry about me and go work.
Okay.
Here's your coffee.
Thank you.
It's impressive, seeing you work.
Work on some new lines.
Saying, "impressive" and "awesome" insincerely...
Does that still work?
I didn't say you were awesome.
Now that you mention it,
you really are awesome.
See? It still works.
What do you want?
Nothing.
I came here on my way to the hospital.
I just dropped by. I had to get something, too.
Then you should've bought it and left.
Why? It'd be unnatural.
Because we promised a year ago
never to do this again.
What it is that we did?
Don't you think it's a shame?
No.
Seriously.
You don't even know what I mean, but you say no.
No.
Everything is no.
You take care of
a dying person for a long time,
then you start thinking you must live
selfishly no matter what.
Live like total trash.
Then I saw you again.
And I began to think
I should live a good life.
That's why I came.
I'll leave now.
Now that I'm going, you want to stop me, right?
I see you're holding back.
Don't be cheeky.
I really have to go and relieve the caregiver.
Why come here when you're busy?
You should've gone straight to the hospital.
I just told you.
Did you not hear me? Want me to repeat it?
Seriously, stop being cheeky.
I really don't understand women like them.
They're married. What's wrong with them?
So, Ma'am, you mean
this woman
and that woman are sisters?
That's what I'm betting on.
I'm sure I'm right. Wait and see.
That hussy is flirting,
knowing he's her brother-in-law.
The way you cuss is so funny.
It is?
I'm funny?
Yes, yes.
It's ten times more fun
watching TV with you.
I get a free meal and a compliment.
It's good I didn't meet up with my friends.
Wait.
What meal costs KRW 30,000 per person?
Maybe they give you one whole pig.
Yeah.
That's what I said.
I'm finally with people of the same mind.
Look.
She's the half sister
of the woman who passed by.
No way.
How can a person do that?
Hey.
That's a soap opera.
It's different from real life.
Nonsense.
It's not broadcasted on TV,
but real life is more complicated
and dramatic.
Right.
Take the condominium behind us for instance.
Right?
Oh, my.
Did something happen there?
You don't know?
The old lady living on the 2nd floor.
Her son and his wife are doctors.
- Yes. - But the daughter-in-law
had an affair with another doctor.
They fought over getting a divorce.
I see.
Oh, that's what happened...
Anyway...
Let's talk about that later.
You run a pharmacy.
Why are you slow to hear rumors?
Well,
the customers don't say things like that.
Did I say something wrong?
Oh, no.
He got a divorce, too.
You know.
Yeah, that's right.
Oh, right.
Are your sugar levels okay now?
I'm completely okay thanks to you.
Oh, I should get you these.
Take these.
What are they?
Glucose candy.
Take one when your sugar levels drop.
For an energy boost.
Oh, no.
It's okay.
Please take it.
I should've given it to you sooner.
How much are they?
Don't worry about that.
- I can't take them without paying. - Don't worry about it.
Don't be like this.
Oh, hello.
- Hello. - You're coming from the eye doctor?
Yes.
Oh, come on. What are you doing?
I want to see how much it is.
The prime cost is cheaper.
I'm so grateful.
Don't mention it.
Enjoy.
I'll be going now.
- Okay. Goodbye. - Go ahead and work.
You're leaving?
Yes.
She left in a good mood.
The landlady.
Quiet.
She'll misunderstand.
I'm being nice because she reminds me of Mom.
I should step outside for a bit.
Why?
To see if a passing dog is laughing.
You're so juvenile.
You're okay, right?
About what?
What do you think?
I'm just asking if you're okay.
Where is that condominium where
the couple is divorcing because of adultery?
Jeez. You did get hurt.
Will you invite him
to drink because you're in the same situation?
You're really...
What?
Cruel.
You're realizing that only now?
Yes.
I'm the substitute homemaker that called earlier.
They said she'll be okay.
So you can calm down a bit.
How long will it take for you to get here?
Or it might be because you're sadder than me.
My heart
is leaping
and jolting.
I want to be kind.
Im Ji-yeon's guardian?
Is Im Ji-yeon's guardian here?
Oh.
I'm here.
Are you Im Ji-yeon's guardian?
Well...
Where is Im Ji-yeon?
Just a sec. I think her real guardians are here.
There she is.
Ji-yeon!
I can take a shower, right?
Yes, Ma'am.
I came here straight from the filming location.
I rolled around outside too much.
You must be exhausted, Ma'am.
I'm meeting Writer Heo here.
- Yes. I know. - Oh, right.
How is the other thing going?
Ma'am?
The thing I asked you to do.
The girl trolling me...
You said you'll make her powerless.
Oh, yes.
It's going well.
What about the lawsuit?
It's going well, right?
I dropped the charges.
What?
No good will come of fighting head on.
It was just to scare her.
What's more, I have you.
How long
has it been between us?
Ma'am?
I was crossing the Yeongdong Bridge earlier
and suddenly thought
that it would've been really hard
if you hadn't been there.
It's been seven years since I came here
on really tough days.
Thank you, Ma'am.
Jong-hoon.
Yes, Ma'am.
Let's continue working hard
to live our best.
Yes, Ma'am.
Let me know when Writer Heo's car pulls in.
Yes, Ma'am.
Oh.
Hey.
What's "shield lift"?
What?
Oh, never mind.
Do you live here?
What's all this?
Where I lie down is where I live.
You're a Seoulite. Why act surprised?
I was living in the dry sauna,
but I had to stand in line to use the computer,
so I moved here.
I was wondering why I wasn't attracted to you.
You're a true bum.
Bums are bums - true or fake.
I guess your video business isn't doing well.
You're not getting any views, are you?
You watched?
Why would I?
It's easily predictable.
You come across better in person.
If it's through a screen, you have no charm.
What does that mean?
That I'm pretty?
It means you're a good person.
Are you really sleeping here?
Yeah.
I slept here yesterday. I'll sleep here today
and tomorrow.
At least go to a boarding house.
Sounds good.
Depending on how much I earned today.
You didn't earn anything.
It was money for the funeral expenses.
You spent all KRW 3.5 million?
Of course.
I spent more.
Just.
It only cost about KRW 500,000, right?
I don't know.
You have no sense of reality.
The pajamas Jeong-woo wore
were 100% silk.
But you didn't buy them.
Did you see?
Did you?
But Min-jeong is right about that.
"Min-jeong"?
Wow, I have the chills.
What is up with you two?
Why? Jealous much, Gang-jae?
Akira Manager Seo Jong-hoon
You're still working the rooms?
What do you mean?
You go work in your own room.
Just.
Does he still work the rooms?
No. He quit a long time ago.
See? Your Just says I quit a long time ago.
If you quit, you should sever ties.
Why are you still calling each other?
You two so fond of each other?
Why do you date male idol singers
when you've quit being a trainee?
Excuse me. Can you help me with this?
Sure.
I'm not dating them. It's pure business.
Did you see?
Business is what you and I are doing.
Why's he calling again?
It's like long lost love.
Yeah.
What's up?
Hey.
You know
the job I told you about before.
Have you thought about it?
Before?
What was it?
The job Jeong-woo pooped on.
Oh.
She must be a really big client.
Is she a business tycoon?
Who is she?
I can't tell you now. Anyway!
What tough job did you give Jeong-woo
who was already suffering?
I'm starting to dislike you.
The job itself is nothing.
You can do it with your eyes closed.
What is it?
Is it catching a rich lady's husband
having an affair?
Nice, Gang-jae.
I see you're interested now.
Wait.
I'll text you the deets right away.
She's a nobody working as a publisher.
Where is it?
Jeez.
Hang up, send it, then call me back.
No, no. Don't hang up.
Hang up after you answer me.
Don't get your hopes up.
If I have to take photos, I refuse.
I'm telling you
it's nothing like that.
Making my elderly dad lie sick in bed.
So how could I be in my right mind?
How did you know?
That I want to die?
I'm so embarrassed that I want to die right now!
Found it.
Oh, right.
Have you heard about "shield lift?"
Hello?
Yeah?
Have you heard about "shield lift?"
Shield lift?
A client asked me,
but I can't find it on the internet.
Oh, well,
shield lift is...
I texted you.
Resume Lee Bu-jeong
Hello, Ma'am. Seeing your interview today, I marveled at
the shameless narcissism and false façade still blooming in your lies...
Hello, Ms. Jeong Flappy. In this country of rage that's full of anger...
Did you take a look?
Hello?
Yeah.
When can you finish the job?
What do you want me to do?
That's a dumb question.
Everything that's bad.
What if there is none?
Huh?
What if there is no dirt on her?
Well, then.
Make up stuff.
Why did you come here?
You should go home.
Why are you out already?
You should rest at home.
Did something good happen at work today?
Huh?
Yeah.
I got a gift.
A gift?
Yes.
I helped someone today.
Is that why you received that?
Yes. She said she's so grateful.
I said it was okay. But she followed me out
and bought this for me.
She did?
Yes.
She said I saved her life.
But I didn't do anything.
Is that why you're in such a good mood?
Yes, I feel good, Dad.
I feel alive.
This is you.
This is the real you.
You were like this since you've been a child.
If you had two things,
you had to give one to someone else
to feel at peace.
You are that kind.
Was I kind?
Of course you were.
Are you coming up?
We have to eat this cake.
Eat it with Jeong-su. Why bring it here?
I want to see her.
Huh?
The person who bought you the cake.
I feel the same way, too.
About what?
That you saved my life.
That's what I think.
That's you.
Lee Bu-jeong
Ms. Jeong A-ran.
I learned a new word today at the police station.
Have you heard about "shield lift?"
Jeong A-ran
"Jeong A-ran's Notes on Life" "Jeong A-ran's Notes on Acting"
Actress Jeong A-ran's recommended books "How You Feel Is Up to You"
Just.
What's up with him?
Uhh...
Beats me.
Couple Jeong A-ran & Seo Jin-seop on MBS's "Life Lessons"
First talk show appearance together in 5 years...
That's Jeong-woo's client.
What?
Is something going on with her?
Do you know anything?
Huh?
Should I know something?
You said she was Jeong-woo's client.
Yeah.
Jeong-woo sat in that spot
and googled her.
So I asked him why he was looking her up.
Who is she?
Oh.
A client.
That was all.
But wasn't this woman
Jong-hoon's client for a long time?
How do you know so well?
No one ever told you anything.
No one has to say anything to know.
You just know when you spend time with them.
What's going on?
What's going on is...
That's so funny.
Actress Jeong A-ran states she will not press charges against the troll.
Come to think of it...
It has nothing to do with me.
Lost
What did he mean,
"It has nothing to do with me?"
Will you be able to handle it?
Perfect Stand-in...
Gang-jae...
KakaoTalk IDs.
Let's exchange it.
A promise is a promise.
How can you say that?
What if my dad had bought this for you?
How can you say that
not knowing what cake this is?
You came to work on a Sunday?
It's fun being with you.
Like the old days.
By coincidence,
if we meet again one day,
but not like today,
would you like to die with me?