(Dear Eun Hee)
(Episode 15)
Seriously.
Dear Eun Hee. I was curious about many things.
Dear Eun Hee. I'm sorry.
I don't really know what a family is.
May I take a look at that too?
Can I get three of these?
1 ring, but 3 necklaces?
Yes.
I'm sorry I didn't tell you the biggest decision I've made...
in my entire 26 years.
I'm running away because I think my family...
will hold me back if I tell them.
I've been dreaming about this for a long time,
but I'm not entirely happy.
I thought I'd be relieved to leave my family.
If you explain it well to my sisters and comfort them well,
they'll be able to take care of my mom and dad.
I'm sorry, Chan Hyuk.
Is this...
all I meant to Ji Woo?
Was I family that he wanted to be free from?
What's going to happen to our family?
We really...
don't know much about each other.
Ji Woo is an adult now.
He can leave anything he wants to.
That includes family.
He can leave whenever.
It's useless now.
I want to tell Eun Joo.
I won't...
keep secrets anymore.
I'm going to deal with things with her now.
(Log in, Incorrect password)
Eun Joo.
I guess he didn't want to explain it to us.
I'm sure he couldn't even if he wanted to.
So many things happened recently.
He probably thought we'd be against it.
He's old enough to get married on his own.
All we can do is wait.
But something about this bothers me.
Who requires a payment first before she'll meet him?
Stop pondering.
Must you beat a patient who's having surgery tomorrow?
I've gotten old.
I can't think of any moves.
I can see some.
It's always easier to see when it's someone else.
Right, we're "someone else" to each other.
That's not what I mean.
(Diamond Game)
There you go.
I didn't hide the fruit...
so that I could give it only to the kids.
The fruit I didn't put in the fridge...
was for the elderly at the nursing home...
where I do volunteer work.
I always stored it there in case it got mixed with ours.
You must've been so flabbergasted.
- I'm sorry. - I'm sorry too.
I knew you were mistaken and mad...
because of the fruit.
But...
I didn't explain on purpose.
Seeing you mistaken...
was cathartic.
"Yes. Go ahead and hate me. Be mistaken..."
"that I don't want to waste any fruit on you."
I left you be.
That's how we lived the whole time.
We didn't put any effort in appeasing each other.
Hearing you say that,
I finally realize...
why I collected those sleeping pills.
Just because of that fruit?
No.
"She'll find my sleeping pills one day."
"Then she'll know that I want to die all the time."
I wanted you to find them and regret it.
That's why I collected them, although I never wanted to die.
To break your heart.
Mr. Kim Sang Shik, we're moving you to another room.
Why, all of a sudden?
No way. He's meticulous when it comes to money.
He wouldn't be conned.
I don't think so.
He treats his friends very often.
Has he been stingy only to us?
Did you know about this?
How could I have known?
I bet I know less about him than you, Chan Hyuk.
Our family's situation...
is like opening a closet filled with things haphazardly thrown in,
and having them all come pouring out.
Why, is there another problem?
(Tae Hyung)
Hi.
Tae Hyung. Goodness.
What are you doing here?
It must be hard, having to fast.
Starving for a meal or two isn't a big deal.
Was it you who moved me to this room?
I'm okay with sharing a room...
with other patients.
- I was concerned about Mother. - Right, good.
You have such a thoughtful son-in-law.
Lucky you.
How did you know?
My mother saw you at the hospital.
So she recognized us and ignored us.
Why didn't you tell Eun Joo?
We'll take care of it.
We were going to tell her after the surgery.
They'll all be here soon.
If Eun Joo finds out about you two being here,
she'll be more troubled.
You used to adore your son-in-law.
She's not in her right mind because of my condition.
Why didn't Mom and Dad tell us?
As soon as I told Mom about my divorce,
she said it was because she wanted to graduate from marriage,
and blamed herself.
Nonsense.
Are they not going to tell us...
if something happens to them...
in case it burdens us?
It's not like we won't find out. Why make it worse?
We'll tell them to tell us from now on.
The tumor is located in a bad spot.
It's highly plausible that he will suffer from aftereffects.
He may get amnesia again.
His sight may be weakened.
Or he may suffer from paralysis.
I'm sure both of them heard this.
We need to go see them. Don't cry too much.
Is my face all right?
Mom. Dad. What is this?
Do you realize how shocked we were?
Gosh.
It's okay.
You should've told us if you were sick.
What about our Baby Boy?
He needs to be here to lighten the mood.
Is he busy?
He didn't come home yesterday, so I called, but he didn't answer.
He usually calls me back right away if he misses my call.
He went on a business trip.
When?
Well... It was really sudden.
What... Where?
Well...
Where was it?
He went abroad.
- What? - A business trip abroad?
He's all grown up now.
Then don't let him know.
He'll find it out once he returns, so let him work.
He's tender-hearted and cares a great deal about his family.
If he hears the news, he'll come right back.
Don't let him know.
Okay.
(Operating Center)
Don't worry.
Sook.
I'm scared...
that I'll lose my memory again.
I'm afraid that I might not be able to come back...
ever again.
That's nothing to be scared about.
You can forget all the bad things...
and fill it with only good things.
We'll bring him in now.
(Operating Center)
(Patient Name: Kim Sang Shik)
The operation went well.
It took a while because the tumor was in a bad location.
We did the best we could.
Let's wait for his recovery.
It's all up to him now.
Thank you.
It went well.
It went well. Thank goodness, right?
Sang Shik.
- Dad. - Father.
- Dad. - Sang Shik.
Sang Shik!
Code blue for Kim Sang Shik.
Sang Shik!
- Dad. - Sang Shik.
Father.
- Sang Shik. - Excuse me.
Mom.
Mom, come.
Goodness.
You're strong like a rock.
This shouldn't make you fall.
I wandered around alone, without anywhere to grow roots,
but you let me take a family portrait for the first time...
and called me "Father." My first child.
My second child, who smiles all the time...
like the warm spring sun.
My baby boy, who makes me emotional whenever I see him.
And my wife, who is the strongest...
but also the loneliest person in the world.
Sang Shik, are you okay?
Can you see us?
Dad is awake, right?
Don't worry, Mom.
Right. Okay.
They are...
my dear family.
He woke up.
He needs his rest, so come back during the next visiting hours.
- He's good now. - Right.
There doesn't seem to be any particular aftereffects.
We'll know whether the tumor is malignant or not...
once we get the biopsy results.
Don't worry and get some rest.
Is he okay?
Yes, he recognized us.
And that Ji Woo was missing.
You still haven't heard from him, right?
No.
I came because I was worried. Go back inside.
Just a moment.
Let me stay with you just for a moment.
It's fascinating how relaxed I am.
They're my family, but I have to hide my feelings...
and be careful with my words.
But I feel strangely at ease with you now.
I feel like I'm resting.
I wasn't sure about coming when things are so hectic for you,
but I'm glad I came.
Once, Father came to see me...
after my miscarriage.
Father.
Are you not working today?
I'm going to go now.
You should've come upstairs at least for a few minutes.
Why did you wait here?
No, no.
I didn't wash up properly for a few days because of work.
I also went hiking when I had time, so I'm dirty.
How are you feeling?
I'm okay.
Rest up.
I wish you could stop working and take a break.
I have projects to do in the second half...
I'll take care of it.
These are...
natural pine mushrooms picked by a real ginseng digger...
who climbs mountains several times a day.
These are great stuff. Make sure you eat them all by yourself.
Doesn't it smell nice?
- Father. - Go back inside.
I should go.
Go back in.
Eun Hee would've thanked him...
and hugged him right there.
She would've dragged him inside...
and let him watch her eat it.
But I didn't say anything.
That was the first thing that came to my mind...
when he couldn't wake up.
(This account is private.)
Boss.
Ji Woo's first love disappeared.
She switched to another account.
This is a scam.
(International number)
Hello.
I assume you won't be having a grand opening event.
I came to see if you need anything, but it's still empty.
I'm about to start.
It looks small, right?
I felt that way at first too,
but when my desk and things came in, I could tell it was big enough.
But seriously, is there anything you need?
A gift from a training classmate and fellow tenant.
Hey.
Okay. Got it.
- Mr. Yoo. - Yes, Ms. Kim.
I need to go take care of family matters, so I won't be here.
Would you let the furniture delivery people in?
Sure, of course.
I have a lot of work to do, so I can be here 24 hours a day.
Don't worry.
Who was it, that you had to take the call outside?
A friend.
Ji Woo's father got surgery.
- Surgery? - His father got surgery,
but Ji Woo is unreachable and away for work.
How long do you think this lie can hold?
He doesn't have the money to fly back.
He said he felt too bad to call you.
Let's send him money first.
Don't tell him about his dad's surgery.
Tell him to get back as soon as possible.
Lift your arm.
Your father probably has no idea that the person...
taking such good care of him...
isn't his son-in-law, but our enemy.
He has no idea.
Our mom must be a little relaxed now.
Your choice of words is harsh.
I'll tell him once he's better.
It's okay.
I'll tell him later. Later.
Family doesn't need to know everything.
There are things sick people don't need to know.
As long as the people who need to know, know.
I learned that from experience.
But is Ji Woo still unreachable?
He's coming back.
I didn't tell him about Dad's surgery.
I'll tell him when he gets back.
I learned that from experience.
Our baby boy only cares about the family. If he finds out...
his dad had surgery while he was gone,
it'll break his heart.
Go in and rest. Don't overdo it.
Why? What about the kids?
Let's go.
Mom! Dad! Wait for me!
Please understand my mom.
Of course. I do understand.
Why hasn't Ji Woo come yet?
Is something wrong?
It's my family's business.
That's enough now.
Okay.
I'm leaving tomorrow.
Okay.
He said he met her by chance while gaming.
I think he was baited.
Seeing as he has no money to come back,
I think he lost all his money.
I searched all the different social media platforms...
based on what he told me,
and she said they should open a kayaking store...
and live quietly by a lake. I think that's what he fell for.
Kayak?
Did he like things like that?
I'm sorry. I should've been more attentive.
Why would the boss tend to an employee's personal life?
If you feel bad, we'll feel even worse.
Still, he's probably hurting the most.
He'll be disappointed in himself for being so stupid...
and falling for it.
Once he can finally think straight, he'll be upset about the money.
It'll probably last a while.
You should go home now.
I'll be going now.
I'll run in first.
You stand behind me and buy me time so my sister can't pipe in.
If not, she'll pulverize Ji Woo with her words...
and blow him away.
You really don't know your family as well as I do.
As soon as we see Ji Woo, I'll pretend to sock it to him.
No. Never mind.
I feel like I'll do it for real.
That punk.
Hey, you... I...
Hey...
What's wrong with you?
Did you not have any money at all?
Did you eat?
I ate on the plane.
Ji Woo, put your things down first.
Mom and Dad...
shouldn't know yet, right?
We said you went away for work,
so later... Much later...
When you can think back on today and laugh,
you can tell them then.
I'm sorry.
Are you okay?
Yes. It's better than earlier.
It's much better.
- Carefully. - Okay.
The range is better.
You're here.
Our baby boy.
Was the business trip tiring?
You look exhausted.
No, I'm not.
Are you okay? Can you stand like this?
Yes.
Did you miss your baby boy?
Of course. Very much.
Where did you go?
Canada. It's very far.
Nice. You're so cool.
You even went to Canada.
My gosh.
Did he pack to move out just to go on a business trip?
He's so thorough.
My gosh. Whom does he take after, that he cares so much about looks?
He looks at the mirror more than his sisters do.
Eun Hee. By the time you see this, I'll be gone.
I didn't want to live like Father.
I don't want to be bogged down by my family. I want to be free.
That's good.
Our mom must've been so tired.
You must be tired. Go home and rest.
No. I'll stay from now on. You should go home and rest.
Yes. You should go home and rest.
It's okay. I need to stay with your father.
Eun Hee.
By the time you read this, I'll be starting a new life...
in a foreign land.
I don't think I can live like Father.
I want a life in which I don't need to accomplish anything.
I want to do nothing and float around here and there...
on a kayak.
I trust you'll be on my side...
and explain how I feel...
to Mom and Eun Joo.
It'll be nice if the three of you wear the same necklace.
I'll invite everyone once I'm settled in.
Let's meet again then, smiling.
Our baby brother's world must've come crashing down.
- Are you okay? - Yes, I'm fine.
Let's try going back.
I can move it pretty well.
- Again. - Just stay.
Five seconds each.
1, 2, 3,
4, 5.
Okay. Left foot.
Slowly.
- Slowly. - Why is it so hard?
Okay. Right foot. Put it down.
Left foot.
Do you remember...
when I got hurt working at the construction site...
because work was slow?
I was hospitalized for a while,
but you took care of me night and day.
Eun Joo was busy making money in my place.
Eun Hee was busy with school and watching Ji Woo.
The kids suffered a lot because of me.
The two of us didn't say a word at the hospital.
But now, you listen to me...
and the kids take turns visiting me.
I'm in the absolute best mood.
What are you trying to say?
See? You are so quick.
I'm moving into a furnished studio once I'm discharged.
Do you know what that is?
It has a TV, fridge, washing machine, everything.
I don't need to bring anything.
They'll even deliver breakfast and dinner and do your laundry.
My gosh. There are many idiots like me out there.
Goodness.
Back then,
I wasn't taking care of you out of love.
All you did was drive trucks,
but you suddenly went to a construction site and got hurt.
We had no insurance, so our daughters...
had to make money and were suffering.
I cursed at you a lot in my head.
Sorry.
I didn't bring it up to make you feel bad.
I'm just saying right now is the absolute best.
I know that you felt...
like you were a sinner...
back then.
I know.
I was a sinner.
I was.
I felt so bad for Eun Joo and Eun Hee.
I felt terrible.
That's right.
Let's stop...
being afraid of the kids...
and thinking about them.
When you get discharged,
come home and recover first.
You can decide after.
We only have...
each other now.
If you're going to say something that romantic,
smile a little.
Why did you come with me?
You say you have no time for me.
So it's only natural that I make time whenever I can.
How is our baby brother?
He won't talk.
I get angry too,
but I hold it in since it's probably worse for him.
He says I'm like a real brother, but he just took off.
Once a little time passes, he's all mine.
Let's crush him together.
Let him be for now. He's having a tough time.
I don't know when was the last time I saw Ji Woo's big smile.
I always wanted our baby brother...
to be carefree and happy and not get hurt.
I thought I could make that happen for him.
This is the annoying thing about family.
Who are you to say you'll prevent him from getting hurt?
Sure. You're right, punk.
But...
Seriously.
That was...
the first time I saw him look so hurt.
Darn it.
My heart just broke.
Seriously, what's the big deal about being a family?
It is a big deal. You hurt each other more than anyone else.
If you get hurt elsewhere,
you comfort each other. That's family.
Don't let your parents find out for now.
I'm hurt too, that this was all I was to Ji Woo.
Your parents will be very hurt if they find out.
Let's see each other...
every day now.
Okay.
Look at that food.
This is a total betrayal.
What? Did you think I'd be living on wine...
and instant foods because I'm depressed about being divorced?
I went shopping because you were anemic and malnourished.
It's the same as mine.
Our baby brother dumped us and ran away...
forced us to have matching necklaces.
It's not my style.
I don't want to wear matching hearts with you either.
There's one for Mom too.
Three hearts in all.
What about the letter?
I'm sure he didn't send just the necklaces.
He didn't say much.
Stop burying things and keeping your mouth shut.
You need to tell me so that I can know what he was thinking.
Eun Hee.
The necklaces.
Let's not bring up his first love or kayaking...
in front of Ji Woo even as a joke.
What do you take me for?
I'm not that unreasonable.
He looks happy only on the outside.
I think that is the most draining age.
I was like that too back then.
Me too.
But we should make him realize...
how idiotic a dream it is to want to do nothing.
Yes, ma'am. Crush him.
Tae Hyung said to make sure you take your meds.
- Here. - How long will you...
call him that?
Then... Am I supposed to suddenly call him...
"Dr. Yoon" after all these years?
Really?
He used to be family.
I'll work on it slowly.
Here.
I've decided...
to look for my biological father.
Are you going to the office?
All the furniture arrived.
You didn't drive, right?
So...
Incoming call from Mom.
(Mom)
I have a call.
Mom, you're on speaker.
Min. Can you tell between a male and female chick?
Mom. I'm a patent lawyer.
I'm not a vet.
That's right. You're a patent lawyer.
You've been so busy,
that I thought you did things like that too.
Mom, you're on speaker, so I'll...
Hey, Min. Your chili paste was a bust this time.
It's too sweet. See? I said I'd do it.
Mom. That's black raspberry jam. Black raspberry jam.
Oh my gosh.
For real?
I should try it again.
Mom. You're on speaker right now, so...
- I'll call later... - Honey!
No. Don't put that in your rice. Stop!
It's black raspberry jam... It's not chili paste.
It's black raspberry jam.
Anyway, it's supposed to be sweet. Bye.
My mother still doesn't know what a patent lawyer does.
But does she have to?
She likes me more than anyone in the world.
How do you like where I put the desk?
It's good the way it is.
You have a good eye.
This faces east.
You see the tall buildings there?
It's a slight difference, but it does have an effect.
The window size is a bit odd, but...
What I'm saying is,
it's probably best to put the desk right here.
That's all.
Okay. I won't move it.
But what are these plants?
It's a grand opening gift from me.
They're air-purifying plants acknowledged by NASA.
This is the Bengal rubber tree,
ivy, and a lucky tree.
Even their names are pretty.
When you get new furniture and paint the walls and stuff,
you need good ventilation.
It's like... You know. Like when you move into a new home.
Why are you laughing?
No matter what I say, you remember my mom laughing, right?
I told my mom she was on speaker.
"From Patent lawyer Yoo Min Woo. Congratulations."
"Good luck and best wishes."
Hello.
Are you preparing to become an independent publisher?
Yes, I am.
Hello.
(How to Become an Independent Publisher)
Hello everyone.
This is Mr. Im Gun Joo, who will be speaking today...
on being an independent publisher.
Hello.
Guess what was the most disappointing when I started this.
A small salary.
Not making much money.
Same here!
That's right.
"People who make this little money write books..."
"and translate them."
I scolded myself for being unaware...
and reading books without appreciating them.
I'm sure all of you must have thought about it at least once.
You probably thought about quitting,
but you couldn't give it up. So you stressed over it...
and ended up thinking about being an independent publisher.
Good luck with your endeavors.
Thank you.
Eun Hee, I caught onto your plan.
You want to become an independent publisher.
No, I don't.
This is a long-term plan.
I'll think about it after learning and studying much more.
I have a long way to go.
Then do you want to go to the US?
(Chan Hyuk)
That look on your face is so mean.
"You're a total loser." Right?
Come on.
I'm saying you should apply...
for an educational program before you leave the company.
I'm going to stay here.
Did you think I was asking you to go with me?
You're going to stay here?
That was the plan from the start.
Eun Hee.
I feel like I can tell you about that week with Ha Ra now.
I realized you can't break up by settling only your feelings.
The things we had both ignored for years...
The things we couldn't say...
We talked about it all.
I helped her pack to leave for the US...
and helped her tell the people she knows.
You don't need to explain in such detail.
I'm telling you so you don't hate yourself for seeing someone...
who's selfish and bottom line a bad person.
I will never hate myself.
Good.
I think I'll do better if I meet someone new.
I'm sure you will too.
I'm sure.
Bye now.
(Missed call from Chan Hyuk)
Hey.
My lecture just ended.
It did? I'm headed there now.
You are?
Wait just a few.
Hey.
How was the lecture?
- Good. Get in. - Okay.
I swear. I really think I was meant to drive.
Are you scared?
No. This is nice.
Go slowly and step on the brake lightly.
Okay.
As expected. Stopping something is never easy.
Don't try to sound cool after making a mistake.
Slow down.
Chan Hyuk.
Yes?
I lied to Jong Min now and then when we were together.
Why?
You know how narrow-minded that jerk is.
I was busy with my gig jobs back then.
I was afraid he'd complain...
that I wasn't spending time with him when I had free time,
so whenever I went to a show or a movie...
that I really wanted to see,
I said I was working.
Sure. Even when you went to take pictures with me,
you said you were working.
I told myself that if I were to go out with someone again,
I would never lie to him.
That's why it couldn't work with Mr. Player.
We started on a lie.
It sounds like a lie that you won't lie.
That's a bit grandiose.
Tell me sweet, warm lies. Okay?
I went to that lecture today,
and the lecturer was Mr. Im.
I'm taking that lecture series for three months.
Okay.
When I screened your call earlier,
he and I talked about personal things.
I won't lie...
to you.
Are you really determined?
"I will never lie to the guy I go out with."
So you won't lie to me?
That's right. Think about it more.
You have plenty of time.
Let's go.
I was worried...
that it may be awkward...
and that...
I may not feel anything.
But...
let's give it a shot.
Let's do that.
Sang Shik.
A rock may end up cracking after rolling here and there,
and become sharp, so be a tree instead.
Our green years are over,
so let's greet our beautiful foliage together.
Sook...
wrote a poem.
Read Sook's poetry.
Send Sook to the US.
Buy a house with a yard.
Go to an amusement park with a grandchild.
Take a family portrait.
Take a family trip.
Save 100,000 dollars.
Exercise.
Learn how to play the harmonica.
Go to a chrysanthemum festival with Sook.
Go trekking in the Himalayas.
Go camping with Sook.
Thank you.
Hello. I'm Chan Hyuk.
Yes.
You recognized me right away.
I can too.
You look the same.
You're still just as handsome.
- Let's sit over there. - Okay.
Hello.
It has been a while.
Yes, it has. It's the first time since Eun Joo's wedding.
You sent me a picture from her wedding...
through Ji Woo.
I really like that picture.
Thank you.
Gosh. I don't know why I'm wasting your time...
talking nonsense.
I heard you were Ji Woo's boss,
so I couldn't thank you although I wanted to,
because I felt awkward.
I've known you since college.
You'll hurt my feelings if you say you feel awkward.
Please think of me as Eun Hee's friend...
rather than Ji Woo's boss.
I thought I was being rude by asking you to see me today.
So thank you for saying that.
I...
wanted to be cautious.
That's why I wanted to meet.
Yes. Ask me whatever you want.
Did Ji Woo...
really go away recently for work?
Weren't we having dinner with the kids?
They were supposed to come over since I was discharged.
You have to take your medicine, so eat first.
I told them to come after dinner.
Divorced?
Our eldest daughter...
must've been hurting so much.
(A Family Peaceful Through Love)
Are you okay?
My heart ached...
as yours does now.
What could we possibly do?
I have faith in our daughter's decision.
Our hearts ache...
all the time because of them.
Even still,
we trust them unconditionally.
But the kids...
Do you think they do the same?
Do you know...
what our baby boy did to us?
He didn't go away for work.
He just left...
because he hated us.
He had left without a word.
(A Family Peaceful Through Love)
Mom. How's Dad?
I'm here.
How's Father?
Mom, I'm home.
Mom. I have a gift.
It's the same as theirs.
Let me put it on you.
It's okay.
Come with me.
Mom, we should light the candles on the cake.
- To celebrate his discharge. - Don't bother.
What is a family?
What is family...
to you guys?
I ask because I really don't know.
Do you not know either?
Or...
have you never thought about it?
When...
you refused to talk to your sister,
I wondered what was wrong,
and if something was hurting you deep inside.
I stressed about it for years all by myself.
Did you know that?
Your divorce.
Even when you notified me without talking to me...
even once about it,
I just accepted it.
And my heart aches even now.
Did you know that?
You.
Do you...
even know...
what you did?
Mom.
Get out.
Your mom...
is calling it quits with you kids.
I'm going to make her quit!
What...
is family?
I...
We...
still don't know.
(My Unfamiliar Family)
Do you think the kids know?
Mom, I want to meet my biological father.
She may be looking too.
I've been on your side ever since we were in training...
I see.
Boss is totally seeing someone.
I've never hated the kids before,
but I did this time.
I want to leave.