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Get out of my misery.
What?
Let's...
break up, Hyun-jae.
What do you mean?
How could we break up? That makes no sense.
That makes the most sense to me.
My situation...
keeps wronging you.
Then you feel apologetic toward me although you did nothing wrong.
And although I did nothing wrong,
I feel apologetic toward you.
That angers me.
If you don't like the other person, you ruin the relationship.
But if I don't like myself,
I'll ruin my life.
So...
let's break up, Hyun-jae.
No.
You've always let me win.
Let me win this time too.
Wear these shoes
and go to nice places and meet a nice person.
So that I couldn't even think about returning to you.
So that I couldn't dare hold on.
Meet someone
very, very nice.
What is it?
It's your brother.
Did you study hard?
Stop worrying about me.
Then grow up quickly.
No.
Grow up slowly.
I'm an adult,
so you grow up slowly.
Yes.
Want a push?
No.
You're supposed to ride a swing alone.
Yes.
Why do you think Pinocchio's nose got longer?
Because he lied.
No. I mean, why his nose?
There were other features too.
Like his arms, legs, or maybe his tongue.
I don't know.
Do you want it?
Yes.
Buy it for me.
I don't know about anything else,
but you can use Pinocchio's nose to legally hit people.
Wouldn't it be better to snap it off and swing it?
Episode 14: Pinocchio's Nose Pushes People Away
If you have something to say, say it. Don't stand there all anxious.
Me?
How much water are you drinking?
Mom.
What?
I want
to take a trip.
Where?
Here and there.
Somewhere far?
Around the world.
Around the world? Out of nowhere?
That will take more than a few months.
What about your work?
How will you pay for it?
Well, I don't work in a physical office,
so I can continue to work.
As for the cost, I saved up to open a workshop.
I want to use that.
Did he ask you to go with him?
No.
Well... Yes, we are going together, but...
But it's not because he asked me to join him.
I gave it a lot of thought while publishing the book.
I really love calligraphy,
but I still want to write.
I wanted to go on a trip around the world one day,
and now I have the chance.
I'm also thinking of writing a travel essay after the trip.
Do what you want.
What?
Aren't you against it?
I'm not going to live your life for you. Why would I be against it?
Why are you so cool about this?
It's not like you ever listen to me.
I didn't know that not listening to you would be so worthwhile.
Not everything I say is right anyway.
Now that I think about it,
I think I was against everything you liked and wanted to do.
My daughter is doing well,
but my concerns
only brought down your spirits.
I know you were just worried about me.
I would've said the same thing if I were you.
The book is really good.
You're doing so well. Thank you.
Of course I'm doing well. I'm your daughter.
Don't forget about contraception.
What?
Mom, I don't want to talk
so freely with you.
-What? -What?
Gosh, Woo-yeon. You're putting your life on love.
I'm not just following Soo.
I'm thinking of writing a travel essay after the trip.
I'll continue to upload my calligraphy on my social media account.
You have plans, don't you?
If you do, I'm glad.
I'm done. Didn't you both say you have things to talk about?
Mine is huge, so I'll go last.
You go first.
I broke up with Hyun-jae.
Why are you all frozen? You're making me feel awkward.
I'm just looking for the right words to say.
You don't have to do that.
It's enough that I'm uncomfortable.
Do you want us to comfort you?
Yes. I told him we should break up.
Do I have the right to get comforted?
There is no right to get comforted. You just get it when you need it.
I won't ask for it since it makes me shameless.
I'll do it anyway.
You can cry if you want.
Yes. Just cry.
Get off me. It's too hot.
-No. -I don't want to either.
By the way, what about you? What do you have to tell us?
-Me? -Yes.
It's nothing.
What is it?
Why did you two break up?
I don't know.
Why didn't you beg her to stay if you're suffering so much?
I don't know the reason why we must break up,
but I understand very well
why I can't beg her to stay.
Tonight
She seems fine.
Why do you keep coming here every day?
Young-hee and Hyun-jae broke up.
I heard.
-Did you hear it from Hyun-jae? -Yes.
I wonder how we'll break up.
Why are you already thinking about our breakup?
I'm just saying.
After seeing Young-hee and Hyun-jae,
I feel like nothing ever lasts in this world.
Perhaps we'll break up too.
If there's someone else in your future instead of me,
you should date him.
But...
I'm not confident about letting you do that.
You'll always be in my future. I don't think there will be anyone else.
So even in the rare case we break up,
the one to leave will be you. Not me.
That's not true.
Do you want to bet?
The one who asks to break up has to grant the other a wish.
What's the point of all that when we're breaking up?
That's why we shouldn't break up.
Okay.
Eunyu Publishing Company
Is the cover design for the 20th anniversary
of the complete series of world literature coming along well?
Yes. We have the draft, and we're looking for a calligrapher.
Can't we ask Ms. Kyung Woo-yeon?
She's expressive, and her book is getting positive reviews.
I contacted her already and she says she isn't available.
She's going on a trip with her boyfriend for about a year or two.
What is it?
Are you all right?
No, I'm not.
I should be okay, but I'm not. I'm disappointed in myself,
so I'm not okay.
Are you going to go see Ms. Kyung?
Will she let me see her if I go to her?
There's one thing you're good at.
You're good at going to her with an excuse.
I don't have a good excuse to take with me.
It has to be a really good one this time.
"A Daily Occurrence For You, a Trip For Me".
You know we're reprinting it.
Article 9 Clause 1 of the publication contract
states that we must give notice when reprinting.
I believe Ms. Jung is meeting
with Ms. Kyung this afternoon.
We didn't know we'd reprint it so fast.
Congratulations.
It's too bad you didn't know. I did.
Thank you for the congratulations.
Did you meet with Ms. Kyung?
She's meeting with someone else.
-With who? -With our CEO.
Why him?
He said he'll meet with her personally.
Where are they meeting?
It's what publishers have to do.
Under Article 9 Clause 1 of the publication contract,
we're obligated to inform you about any reprints.
I wanted to congratulate you on the reprint and also to say hello.
Have a safe trip.
I wanted to tell you that in person.
I was worried when I heard you rejected our offer.
I'm glad I wasn't the reason why you rejected it.
If you have to decline an offer,
I'd be stealing an opportunity from you.
When I look at you,
you're so calm and composed.
I have a lot to learn from you.
You're like a real adult.
I'm not an adult.
I'm struggling to hang in there
because I don't want to burden you.
Once you return from your trip after some time,
and if you're okay with it,
I'd like to be friends with you.
I can act like we were only friends to begin with,
and act like I only gave you comfort.
I'm confident I can do that.
Don't you have any friends?
Should I become your friend?
Then buy me a meal first.
How did you know I was here?
I followed you.
Why do you like that?
Because I'm beautiful.
All right.
Tonight
Was that your jealousy acting up earlier?
No.
Then what was it? Do you like Mr. On?
I like you.
My boyfriend is really cool.
Of course.
You like to keep it cool.
Is there anything
I did to disappoint you?
No, I've never been disappointed.
I like everything about you.
Are you upset about anything?
How can I not be upset about anything when I'm in love?
You get more upset and hurt because you're in love.
But it's because of love you can understand the other person.
Can't you tell me?
I won't tell you. You should make a guess.
Okay.
I'll guess them all.
I'll get the right answers and I'll adjust myself to you.
You'll drink more, right?
No, I'm going to stop.
I'll drink it then.
Take me home if I get drunk.
Even better if you take me with you.
Will you be okay with my parents?
Now that I think about it, I should sleep at home.
In my home. On my bed.
Tonight
What happened?
What is it, Woo-yeon? What happened?
What is it?
Don't come near me!
I told you I don't want you to get hurt.
Jin-ju and Sang-hyeok are dating.
I know it very well.
I saw them myself,
and you told me 18 times already.
It's just so shocking. Why?
Let's stop talking about other couples. Should we talk about us?
Like what?
When should I go talk to your parents?
For what?
Don't they know you're going on the trip with me?
They do. I told them.
Then I should go greet them.
They must be worried about sending their daughter away.
Is that necessary?
It'll get me brownie points from my future in-laws.
"In-laws"? It's not like we're going to get married.
Aren't you going to marry me?
It's not that. Marriage is something so far away.
Just dating is okay,
but I want to stay by your side forever.
Let's go meet them on the weekend.
Okay.
Hello? Son? Did something happen?
Yes. No.
I just called.
Hello?
Why aren't you talking?
Because I'm happy.
You called me first when nothing happened.
This is a first.
Are you free this Sunday?
Of course I am. Even if I'm not, I should make time.
Then
see you on Sunday, Mom.
Won-jung
Yes? Hello?
Don't be shocked and listen to this.
Soo called me and asked to meet on Sunday.
Really? That's great news.
Where should we go? Should I pick you up from home?
Why would you?
You said Soo wants to meet on Sunday.
Exactly. So why would you?
Didn't he invite me?
No.
I'll ask him for you.
No, that makes me feel more pathetic.
Should I not?
You should still bring it up.
Okay.
Why is he discriminating?
Darn it.
Sorry. I was going to leave after taking my stuff.
I figured you wouldn't be able to throw them away.
I prayed for the first time
and it was answered.
I should start going to church
if my next prayer gets answered too.
Can't we get back together
even if I beg?
Why would you beg when you didn't do anything wrong?
If I didn't do anything wrong,
why are you throwing me away?
I told you.
My situation keeps wronging you.
I tried to understand.
I tried really hard to break up since you tell me it's hard on you.
But no matter how hard I think about it, I don't get why we have to break up.
I can't understand you.
Are you going to throw me away if I'm in a difficult situation?
Yes.
I would.
Although we dated for ten years,
you won't be able to understand me.
I'm really asking you for the last time.
I won't
hold onto you anymore.
Do you still want to break up?
Yes.
I want to break up.
Fine.
Let's do that then.
Faneuil Hall, Old Corner Bookstore
Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson
The Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg
Are we going to all of these places? That's going to be a tight schedule.
Not all of them, but it'll still be a tight schedule.
It'll be fun regardless.
This one's nice.
King Room, large double bed
No. The bed is too big.
I want to sleep right next to you.
This is nice.
-What? -A single bed.
Mom says to come by six tomorrow.
Okay, I won't be late.
Go in.
-You have to let go. -I don't want to.
We won't need to say bye anymore.
You're right. It'll happen soon.
Lee Soo
Kyung
Kyung Woo
's Lee Soo
Kyung Woo-yeon's Lee Soo
Choi Jung-hyun PD
Sorry for calling you out on a Sunday.
It's fine. Why did you want to meet?
The main character of our next drama
is a calligrapher.
Don't you produce movies?
We produce both movies and dramas.
I'll be straightforward.
Could you do the drama title
and be the hand double for the main character?
I'm sorry, but I don't think I can.
It's a personal matter.
If it's because of last time, I apologize again.
I pushed hard for you this time, and that won't happen again.
It's true that I am still hurt,
but it's a different reason.
-I'm traveling... -I know it may sound cold,
but opportunities don't know how to wait.
To be honest, it's a bit of a rush, so I'd like an answer soon.
-Hey. -Hi, Soo. Where are you?
-I stepped out for a bit. -Alone?
-No. I'm with... -Son.
I see. You're with your mother.
Yes. Why?
Never mind. See you later.
Okay.
Oh my gosh.
Girlfriend?
Punk. So that's how he is toward his girlfriend.
So? What should I get?
You bring this, and it's game over.
This is what I brought to get permission to marry your mom.
Gosh. We got so drunk that night.
No.
-Why not? -Grandpa hates you.
I'm meeting my girlfriend's parents. What would you recommend?
-Let's see. -He doesn't know anything.
What doesn't he know? My dad hates you.
Check on my place and take my car for a spin now and then.
He's ordering us around without putting any money in our hands.
If you get paid, you're a servant. If not, you're a parent.
Choose. Which do you want to be?
I'd prefer a parent though.
-Thanks for today. -Are you feeling all right?
I'm trying not to hate you.
Because I have someone who will adore me now.
I made reservations for you. Enjoy your dinner.
Thanks, son. I'm sure we'll enjoy it.
I'll buy dinner when I return your card.
Make it something expensive. I'll bring Woo-yeon.
Our son really grew up well.
You're right.
He grew up well even with incompetent parents.
I'm so grateful.
-Taste it. -Okay.
It's good.
Why are you sighing so heavily?
Stop that already.
Daughter. Is something wrong?
"My married daughter and I chatted about old times over a drink recently,"
"and she said I was so strict,"
"that she was hurt very often when she was young."
"I thought all that a parent had to do was feed them and house them,"
"but looking back, I should've had more faith in my child back then."
"I should've comforted her."
"I should've told her more that I loved her."
Do you know what I regret the most about not being educated?
What?
Being ignorant toward you kids.
Screaming, getting mad,
and yelling at you.
Children knowingly
drive stakes into their parents' hearts,
but parents do it unknowingly.
Although the stake in my child's heart
hurts much more than the stake in my heart...
But I didn't know.
How many stakes did I drive into your heart?
You didn't drive a single stake into my heart.
Liar. I know of dozens off the top of my head.
It's so annoying.
It's because you remember things like that...
What's lodged in here
are all shards of glass.
They cut you even if you touch it,
but you grabbed them in your hand and stabbed my heart with them.
How could you be fine?
You fool. Why couldn't you just drive stakes into my heart like others?
Why did it have to be shards of glass?
It only tore up your hands as well.
Why hug me?
I have shards of glass.
It's good to see that you and Soo got closer.
It is.
I forgot.
You like steak.
I love meat.
After this,
shall we go to a recital?
Pianist Elliott Son Solo Recital
I think you liked that pianist.
Is it not him?
It's him.
I asked for
a huge favor to get these--
You remember details now that
you try to remember, don't you?
What?
To be honest, I regretted leaving you.
It's past tense.
I'm not sure if it's present progressive.
But I want to keep it to myself.
It's easier just to see you sometimes like this.
At our age, we're easily scared.
More than a ghost that might or might not be in the closet,
we know that our emotions can hurt more.
All I can say is that
I am sorry.
You're not just scared, are you? You've grown up as well.
But you took too long.
Even when we know the answer,
there's an expiry date.
I forgot about that.
Do you think I'll like you because you bring stuff like this?
We don't need this. Just be good to our daughter.
Why are we practicing these lines
when he might come empty-handed?
Don't you know about application?
Should we stick to the period drama tone?
Yes.
Okay, do it.
Go and get the kids already.
Right.
I will be right back, then.
Why are you out here?
Soo, the thing is...
What are you doing there?
Come in.
Okay.
Let's not keep them waiting.
Wait.
I have something to say.
Let's talk inside.
We prepared just the right dialogue.
It's perfect.
Do you think I'll like you because you bring stuff like this?
We don't need this. Just be good to our daughter.
I'll be good to Woo-yeon and to both of you as well.
Open it.
I'll exchange it if you don't like it.
By the way...
-My gosh, this is expensive. -Hey.
You got us this?
This liquor...
This precious brand...
My goodness...
Hey.
I have something to say.
Let's eat first.
Yes.
I'm not going.
I can't go on the trip.
Did you make up your mind?
Yes.
Are you angry?
Why would I be?
I made up my mind and notified you without talking to you.
I'm not angry.
I can't give up on my dream, so how can I get angry
that you won't give up on yours?
Should I not go either?
You should go.
Are you okay being apart from me?
How could I be okay?
But I can't realize your dream for you,
and you can't do the same for me.
If one of us had to give up, we'd resent the other every now and then.
I don't want to do that.
Are you worried?
That we'll break up?
I'm not worried about that.
What terrible timing.
I don't believe sayings about love being all about timing
and things like that.
See? We're together right now.
I'll be back soon.
Be back soon.
Don't make me wait too long.
Departures
Get back safely.
Take care of yourself.
You might miss your flight.
Go on ahead.
You go first. Then I can go inside.
Call me when you land.
I love you, Kyung Woo-yeon.
I love you too.
Soo left.
-Hello? -Even your cochlea's pretty.
Good morning, Woo-yeon.
Good morning, my Soo.
I'll go again. Good morning, my Woo-yeon.
Nothing changed.
My Soo
Are you brushing your teeth?
-Did you brush thoroughly? -Yes.
I'll call back when I'm done.
My Soo
Hello?
I feel so nervous.
Don't be. You're always the best.
I love you.
I love you too.
Life is truly a boomerang.
What do you do tomorrow?
I take another flight tomorrow.
For how long?
Quite a while.
A few times a day,
-Soo called me. -I'm at work.
If the waves were the ocean's work
Look. I have so much to do.
You are hope.
Life is truly a boomerang. It gives back exactly how much you give.
We shared our everyday lives.
To wait
You're just like Samantha.
Who's that?
The AI in the film "Her".
You're stuck in my phone, so you're like an AI.
Hello. I'm Soo-mantha.
We were still in love.
I'll get out of here soon.
Kyung Woo-yeon. I love you.
-I love you too. -Okay.
We overcame all the hardships
and lived happily for a long, long time.
That's a lie.
November
Time passed slower than I thought,
and it's been just two months.
My Soo
Hello?
Did you just get back?
-Yes. -Did you have your dinner?
-Not yet. -Oh, dear. You should eat soon.
I thought you were tired and in bed.
I thought you'd be busy.
I waited for your call.
I'm almost home.
Okay.
It's hard to call, isn't it?
-I'm a bit busy. -You look tired.
You must be tired. Go to bed.
No, I can talk some more.
Will you be busy again tomorrow?
He used to call me many times a day.
Then he called morning and evening.
Some days, he called just once.
I was up all night taking photos and passed out. I'm sorry.
That's okay.
And some days,
we just exchanged short text messages.
I miss you.
I miss you so much too.
I shouldn't have come.
I should've stayed with you.
You should have.
I'm sorry.
Don't apologize.
It's okay.
Missing each other turned into resentment.
What did you do today?
The same as always.
What about you?
Me too, the same.
Is something wrong?
No.
Is everything okay?
Yes.
I'm okay.
When we ran out of memories to share,
we
kept our mouths shut.
Did something bad happen recently?
No.
I'm just tired.
Okay. Get some rest.
Sleep well, Woo-yeon. I love you.
Sleep well.
I love you. Stay with me for a long time.
That depends on you.
My Soo
Hello?
What were you doing?
I'm heading home.
I see.
I'm about to catch a flight.
I'll be in a remote area and I might not have a signal.
That's fine.
I said it's fine like it was a motto,
but never for one moment was I really fine.
Lying became the norm.
I have something to say.
Okay. What is it?
Let's
stop doing this.
I want to break up with you.
Why?
Just because.
I think that
if we keep this up, I'll end up hating you.
It's too hard for me.
Okay.
Let's break up.
Don't cry.
Eat well.
And sleep well.
Take care of yourself.
My Soo
The length of the lies we told
pushed us away from each other.
Eventually,
we broke up.
Dajin Bridge
Why did you walk with me?
Because I didn't want you to become a weirdo.
Because at times, it's comforting to know
I'm not the only weirdo.
You're just as good at comforting others as always.
I plan to stay that way.
You can come if you need that.
I mean it.
You're still just as good at making me feel shameless.
Do you remember what I said before?
What you said on the phone was just like how I felt back then.
That's why I sympathized.
When I looked at you, I kept seeing myself in you.
I think
I may have liked you
in order to console myself.
I thought if you were happy,
I could become happy too.
What I'm trying to say is this.
If we meet again like today,
and you walk under an umbrella after the rain has stopped,
I can walk with you again.
1 year later
Woo-yeon Calligraphy
When this week goes, next week comes
Where the past and present can coexist
Loneliness in joy, autumn fades away
Tell me your wish
Wishing you many beautiful days
You've worked on the titles for many dramas and movies recently.
Winter rain falls. Will my past love's night be the same as mine?
Is there a project in particular that has stayed with you?
It isn't a movie or drama,
but I once had a calligraphy photo book published by Eunyu Publishing.
"A Daily Occurrence For You, a Trip For Me"
That book always stays with me.
Is there a special reason for that?
Before that, I wasn't sure whether calligraphy was my career or a side job.
But as I worked on that book, I had conviction that it was my career.
Is there a project in particular that has stayed with you?
The CEO of Eunyu Publishing was the first person to call me an artist.
Since it was the first time.
Since all firsts are special.
Flight 201 to Incheon will begin boarding.
With calligraphy, it's important to write with your emotions.
Ms. Kyung. What are you going to write?
I'm not sure.
"First love is"
"muddy water"?
What?
You think it's gone because you forgot about it,
but if you step on it, it rises up to the top.
Something like that.
Woo-yeon Calligraphy
Hello?
What were you doing?
The class just ended, so I'm going to work on some projects.
I was thinking of stopping by.
To drop off something.
Okay.
First love is memories
Hi,
Woo-yeon.
I'm back.
This is how far he is.
I know why Pinocchio's nose grew.
Because if it does, he can't face the other person.
If you lie, this is how far you get from the other person.
Don't rub noses with another guy. I'm getting jealous.
Let's
stop doing this.
I want to break up with you.
Why?
Just because.
I think that
if we keep this up, I'll end up hating you.
It's too hard for me.
I lied.
Okay.
Let's break up.
Don't cry.
Eat well.
And sleep well.
Take care of yourself.
My Woo-yeon
A lie that put a big distance
between us.