(Episode 68)
What?
Our branch in China failed to make its payment?
Yes, it seems like they're constantly delaying it...
because they're already suffering from a deficit.
We promised to stand surety for them,
so it's become our responsibility.
How much do they need to pay?
They need to pay 50 million dollars,
and half of that is due by the end of this month.
How much cash do we have?
We don't have much money...
other than the money we put aside for the construction.
And that money was also borrowed.
The economy isn't doing well,
so people are starting to say...
we should reduce the size of the construction.
Suk Joon was right.
Try to convince the executives so we can bring him back.
Okay, sir.
We can't reduce the size of the construction.
We just need to take out a loan and settle the debt.
We need to pay 25 million dollars by the end of this month.
I'll meet the bank president and talk to him.
They'll ask for collateral. You need to keep that in mind.
We'll let them hold our building in Seogye-dong as collateral.
Your father gathered the executives for a meeting this afternoon.
He's going to talk to them about reducing the construction size.
Make sure you disagree with the idea.
Of course.
I want you to send materials to the press...
saying the short-term liquidity problem is only temporary.
Okay.
When rumors like this spread,
the bank is always the first one to take a step back.
Show them that we're fine.
I want you to emphasize that when you meet the bank president.
Of course.
By the way, where is Mr. Ha?
Come to think of it, I haven't seen him lately.
Just a second.
The receiver cannot be reached. You will be directed to voicemail.
You will be charged after...
He won't even pick up.
- Do you think something happened? - I don't know.
He never talks about his personal life.
We decided to keep the track and field team.
Thank you.
Many kids are interested in joining the team...
after the team won an award at the competition.
Really?
From what I know,
the ice hockey team has been getting more applicants.
Are you going to manage both teams?
The ice hockey team will be managed by private funds for now.
Now that the school decided to keep the track and field team,
does that mean I can also get my contract renewed?
I don't know.
We're still talking about that.
I hope things go well.
Dad.
Hey.
- Are you here to see me? - Yes.
I also wanted to come by since it used to be your mother's house.
Let's go inside.
Thank you.
I heard there's another company that wishes to scout you.
You're not thinking of going, are you?
Dad, I'm jobless.
I'm going to have you return to the company.
Mom and Suk Hwan won't want that.
It's for the sake of the company,
so they can't just disagree for no reason.
And you were right.
Even if we pay off the debt,
there's no guarantee that our overseas branch...
will be able to pay us back.
If a lot of other companies are involved, it won't be easy.
Some even think we should reduce the size of the construction.
If that really happens, we need your help.
You have Suk Hwan.
He only wants to proceed with the construction.
But I really don't think it's right to push ahead with it like that.
If you lose the right timing, things will get out of hand.
I'll try to convince your mother and brother.
Meanwhile, I want you to get ready to come back to work.
And you don't really need to stay here anymore...
now that your birth mother has passed away.
I feel more comfortable here.
There are people watching.
You can't stay here forever.
You should come back home.
I'll make the decision on my own.
Hello.
Thank you for taking good care of Suk Joon's birth mother.
And thank you for consoling Suk Joon by his side.
He also consoles me a lot.
If Suk Joon keeps living here,
it'll remind him of his mother and give him a hard time.
And I'm sure it's uncomfortable for you and your kids.
So I want him to come back home.
And people might start spreading rumors about you guys...
now that his birth mother is gone.
I get what you mean.
I'll be off now.
What's this?
You told me you couldn't sleep at night...
because you had to sleep without your mom.
What about that?
From now on, sleep with this.
You'll feel less lonely.
Tae Woo.
It won't be as good as sleeping next to your mom,
but it'll be better than nothing.
How did you think of doing something like this?
You need to sleep well in order to have a clear mind...
and make delicious pizza.
Let me know if you don't teddy bears.
I'll exchange it with something else.
No, I love teddy bears.
A restructuring?
Yes, that's what they want in return for giving us a loan.
I know they're our main bank,
but they can't tell me to fire my employees.
We need the money, so we have no choice.
Of course we have a choice.
We can reduce the construction size or sell the land we own.
We've already decided on everything for the construction.
We can make changes depending on the situation.
Suk Joon was right.
Our domestic economy isn't doing very well,
and things might get dangerous if we push ahead with the project.
At times like this, we must manage the company more aggressively.
Why don't we ask the employees to volunteer and quit?
That should be our last option.
So what?
Are you going to reduce the construction size?
Withdraw the director's dismissal...
and bring Suk Joon back to work.
Director Kang apparently saw this coming,
and he had prepared everything in advance.
I still won't approve.
Put everything aside...
and just think what will be best for the company.
We tried so hard to kick Suk Joon out.
We can't let him come back here again.
I'll never let that happen.
Some of the executives are on our side.
So if we hold our ground,
your father won't be able to withdraw the dismissal.
I'm going to go ahead and agree with the restructuring.
Why sell our property when there's an easy way...
to solve this issue?
What is Suk Joon doing these days?
Another company is trying to scout him,
but he's been turning them down.
He'd better not try to come back. I won't let that happen.
I'll make sure the executives are on our side.
Meanwhile, I want you to keep your eyes on Suk Joon.
Okay.
My gosh, you startled me.
Why are you standing there as if you're eavesdropping?
I'm sorry, ma'am.
Where in the world were you, and why didn't you call?
I was sick, sir.
Then you should've called!
- I'm sorry. - My gosh.
I already have a lot on my mind.
Don't make things worse.
Okay, sir.
The employees are worried that there might be...
a liquidity crisis due to our branch in China.
People think the company might go through a restructuring.
That can't happen.
I heard the company might reduce the construction in Seogye-dong.
But the vice-chairperson and the executive director...
are totally against it.
That's the only way to save the company.
The company needs you.
My father will take care of it.
Do you really not want to come back to work?
Lots of talented people like you work for our company,
so don't worry.
You never know what might happen.
So don't go even if you get offers from other companies.
What is it that you guys want to say to me?
What is it?
You can marry Mr. Kang if you want.
I'm okay with it as well.
Min Ho. Min Ji.
It looks like he really likes you.
Now that Grandma is gone,
I figured you'd feel less lonely if he stayed by your side.
You guys already give me enough strength.
We're your children. Having a husband is different.
Can I still sleep with you...
even if you marry Mr. Kang?
By the way, did Mr. Kang quit his job?
I hope he doesn't put you through a hard time.
Let's leave him to take care of it.
Thank you, Min Ho and Min Ji.
I like seeing you smile.
My daughter.
We need to stop Suk Joon from coming back to work.
Yes, of course.
If your mother stands her ground, he won't be able to come back.
My gosh, he's such a nuisance even when he's not here.
Just a second.
Hello? Hello?
- Who was it? - I don't know.
I keep getting calls from unknown numbers these days.
And when I answer, the person just hangs up.
No way. Could it be Kim Cheol Gyu?
Do you want to come down for some tea?
"How to improve LX Group's financial structure".
"LX Group's business plans for the second half of the year".
"Change of designs for LX Group's Cultural Center".
And he says he doesn't care about the company.
Why are you still up?
I'm talking to you on the phone with the teddy bear by my side.
Do you still have trouble sleeping?
No, I'm okay now.
I feel a lot more relaxed now that I have a teddy bear.
See? What did I tell you?
Thank you.
Do you want to talk until we both fall asleep?
Sure.
So I helped the old lady thinking that she was lost.
But she was a homeless person.
So what did you do next?
I gave her all the money I had...
and walked about 5km to the dorm.
My gosh, it must've been exhausting.
Yes, but it felt nice.
You seem like a really nice guy the more I get to know you.
You never once got angry at me...
even though I couldn't make it to work.
And you even got me a teddy bear so I wouldn't feel lonely.
I'm starting to envy your future girlfriend.
It's fine as long as it's not you.
Stop hitting on my naive son...
and just go to bed.
Tae Woo, are you dating someone these days?
You look very lively these days.
Don't be embarrassed. It's normal to date at your age.
Uncle.
I can already tell...
what kind of woman he must be dating.
She's probably a smart and clever woman...
who was raised like a princess by both her parents.
Instead of being wild,
I bet she's very obedient and kind to adults...
because she was taught well by her parents.
Right, Tae Woo?
You're not the one dating.
Don't try to force me to date someone you want me to date.
If it's not that kind of woman, don't even bother telling me.
Okay, I won't tell you.
That darn punk.
I should pick whom I want to live with.
I don't care about your taste.
I raised you!
Do I not even get a say in this?
Gosh, that's enough. Tae Woo has a point.
I think Tae Woo...
really likes his business partner.
So you brought it up on purpose?
You're unbelievable.
What if Yu Kyung grows up and introduces you to her boyfriend?
Will you just approve of anyone?
No.
See?
Soon Jeong is kind, hard-working, and smart.
She'd be a great match for Tae Woo.
A great match, my foot.
I should set things straight so things don't get serious.
Is the director doing well?
Yes.
The reason I wanted to meet...
is because I wanted to ask if Suk Joon can go back to work...
and check if everything is okay with the company.
The chairman and the other executives...
want him to return to the company.
But the vice-chairperson and executive director are against it.
Right now, both sides won't back down,
so someone needs to yield.
His mother and brother were the ones who got him dismissed.
Suk Joon tries not to show it,
but I can tell that he wants to go back to work.
He had a lot of affection for the company.
To be honest, the director is the only person...
who can fully support the chairman.
You should also try to convince the director.
I'm in front of the company building. Come on out.
I'm not going to meet you, so just leave.
If you come back one more time, I'll report you to the cops.
Hello.
Didn't we meet before?
Yes, we did.
What brings you here?
I'm here to meet Eun Ju.
"Eun Ju"?
I don't get it.
Why do you keep visiting my wife?
Do you want to know?
I guess you really are the chairman's son.
This is a really nice office.
Why are you trying to meet Eun Ju?
Well...
By any chance, are you her ex-boyfriend?
She must've told you.
I don't know how much she told you,
but she liked me even though I was married...
and wanted me to get a divorce.
You had an affair with Eun Ju?
If you must define our love, I won't stop you.
"Love"?
What do you think you're doing?
How dare you try to mess with a married woman?
Eun Ju only married you for your money and power.
I'm her true love.
What? You darn punk...
Do you think I believe you?
There's even a witness. Her name is Oh Pil Jeong.
She saw us at a hotel.
"Oh Pil Jeong"?
The PE teacher?
I guess you know her. Go ahead and ask her the truth.
She'll tell you everything.
If this turns out to be a lie,
I swear I'll kill you. Do you understand?
Sure.
What did you say to Suk Hwan?
He seemed curious about our relationship, so I told him.
What?
How much did you tell him?
I told him everything about us.
You crazy jerk.
You shouldn't have ignored me.
You can come back to me once you get a divorce.
- Suk Hwan. - Don't say anything.
I don't want to hear any excuses.
You need to know the truth.
"The truth"?
You had an affair with him. Isn't that the truth?
No, it's not.
He followed me around even though he was married.
So I even had to quit my job.
Do you expect me to believe that?
There's even a witness.
He told me Ms. Oh saw you guys...
going into a hotel room!
Are you still going to deny it?
Then go ahead and ask Pil Jeong.
Ask her and check who's telling the truth.
Listen to her first.
Then you can decide to judge me.
What do you want this time?
Kim Cheol Gyu met up with my husband...
and told him about our past relationship.
So?
He told my husband to ask you if it's true or not.
So what?
If Suk Hwan asks you anything,
tell him nothing happened between us.
Why should I do that?
Did you forget what you did to me?
I apologize for withdrawing...
the full-time offer.
You're only apologizing because you need my help.
I wouldn't call that a proper apology.
Then what do you want me to do?
Do you want me to get on my knees?
It's true that you had an affair with Kim Cheol Gyu.
I want you to take responsibility for your actions.
You know that I had...
a miscarriage, right?
I feel like I was already punished.
Kim Cheol Gyu doesn't even know that I had a miscarriage.
I was really distressed, so I didn't want to tell him.
I know what I did was wrong,
but I don't want that jerk to get things his way.
I'll do everything you ask.
So please help me out just this once as a fellow woman.
Then I want you to help Suk Joon return to the company.
I thought you'd ask to renew your contract.
But you want me to help Suk Joon get his position back?
I know you're able to help.
He already got dismissed.
You can withdraw it...
just like how you withdrew my full-time offer.
- I have no power. - But you can still convince them.
I heard your mother-in-law and husband...
don't want Suk Joon to return to the company.
My mother-in-law won't listen to me.
That's your problem.
What do you say?
Okay, fine.
If you don't keep your word,
I'll go straight to your husband.
- Hey, it's me. - What do you want?
I have an analysis regarding our company's management.
And I thought I'd give it to you.
It's a management analysis for the second half of the year...
and ways to improve the financial structure.
I can deal with that on my own.
Are you saying you don't need this?
I heard the bank asked you to change the financial structure.
Take your mind off it.
You probably think you're the only smart person around.
But we have tons of smart people...
working at our company including myself.
Hello, Ms. Oh.
You know me, right?
I'm Executive Director Kang Suk Hwan from LX Group.
Can we talk for a while?
Long time no see, Ms. Oh.
Are you guys close?
Of course. We used to work at the same school.
Oh, is that so?
Then I want you to be honest.
Did Eun Ju have an affair with him even though he was married?
Just be honest.
My wife barged into the teachers' office...
and yanked at Eun Ju's hair...
in front of all the other teachers.
She yanked at her hair?
I also know that Eun Ju framed you...
for having accepted money from a school parent.
They really hate each other.
Tell me the truth, Ms. Oh.
One of them kept following the other person around.
See?
He stalked Eun Ju, and she was tormented by it.
Ms. Oh.
Are you serious?
Yes.
His wife even came to the teachers' office...
and yanked at his hair telling him to get to his senses.
He even spread rumors saying he slept at a hotel...
with Eun Ju.
You darn punk!
I mean, come on. Eun Ju put you through so much.
I can't believe you're taking her side.
I can't lie just because I don't like her.
Eun Ju couldn't take it anymore and ended up quitting her job.
I guess you've started stalking her again...
now that you got fired and even got a divorce.
Seriously?
You darn punk!
You...
You just wait.
What...
Hello? Is this the police?
Hey, wait. No...
I'll make sure you end up in jail, okay?
Hello?
This place is...
If we want to take out...
an extra loan within this month so we can make our payment,
we need to send them how we plan to improve things.
And we need Suk Joon for that.
I won't have him back at the company.
Suk Joon even had everything prepared...
because he knew this would happen.
We need him.
Suk Hwan can handle it on his own.
Even the people who dismissed him want him to return.
But they're walking on eggshells...
because you and Suk Hwan are so against it.
Our company won't go bankrupt just because Suk Joon isn't here.
Are you going to wait until it does?
If Suk Joon can do it, so can Suk Hwan.
Stop getting your personal emotions involved.
I want you to reconsider!
Ms. Lee, is there something wrong?
You don't look very well.
No, it's nothing.
What happened?
If Mr. Kim Cheol Gyu visits your husband again,
he'll end up going to the police station.
- Okay. - You'd better keep your promise.
I'm sorry.
I can't believe I was suspicious of you...
because of that lunatic.
- Do you believe me now? - Yes.
I feel even more sorry after having heard about...
how much you suffered.
Thank you for believing me.
I was having a hard time because I had a lot on my mind.
But I feel so relieved now.
Let me say something now that we're good.
What do you think about...
letting Suk Joon return to work for the sake of the company?
That's absurd.
We barely managed to kick him out.
We can't let him come back.
Just a second.
- Hey, Mom. - Come to my office.
Don't tell anyone. Just come alone.
Okay.
What's up?
What? What is it?
How... How did this...
Who... Who sent this to you?
(Mom Has an Affair)
Who could it be?
I want you to deal with it.
If this goes public, you'll end up getting fired, Mr. Ha.
What will you do if that happens?
She's a woman with two kids. That's totally absurd.
Mr. Ha killed Park Tae Seob.
We even have a voice recording to prove that he did it on his own.
I have a bad feeling about Suk Joon.
I'll just have to wait and see in order to find out...
what your plan is.