(Episode 35)
Did you hear about the first factory in Yeoju?
Yes. I sent the person in charge.
What do you mean? Who?
Park Bok Hee.
What?
The people laid off are gathered there all furious,
and you sent her there alone?
I'm going to go there. If I go there now...
I thought you have faith in her competency?
Her ability to judge the situation and response to a crisis.
What was it again?
Isn't she the person who can resolve anything better than anyone here?
I think she's a suitable candidate for that.
Director Ko, but still...
Did you forget the meeting with the department store?
We need to sign that contract to enter the department store,
duty-free, and the stores overseas.
Are you going to be like this when we're about to have a meeting?
The protest won't end today.
Bok Hee won't be able to sit on the negotiating table.
She won't even be able to set foot in the factory.
Go with her then.
Why won't they believe me when I'm here as a representative?
Why won't they open the door?
Still, this is the first mission Director Ko handed down to me.
Let's do this.
Let's go.
(We want apology from Shinsang Group!)
(Revoke your decision for unfair dismissal immediately.)
The people from the headquarters won't even come.
Right.
For goodness' sake.
Are they going to close the factory after sacking all of us?
We haven't finished eating.
Pardon?
Aren't you here to collect the bowls?
Take your time. I'm fine.
If they're doing this because of the deficit,
they could've discussed it with us for a wage cut.
I agree.
Oh, I see.
Have you talked to the company about it?
Have this as a dessert. You need stamina for this.
They haven't even given us a chance to talk.
They sacked everyone after saying that we were coming short.
Without even a warning?
They're so mean.
I know, right? Even this lady supports us.
Let's rip off their hair when the person from headquarters comes.
Why don't we bury them in the hills out back?
But don't you think you should still run the factory?
You must feel upset and unfair about you being sacked,
but aren't you still working until the end of this month?
Shouldn't you fulfill your duty until the end so you can voice...
What? Who are you?
Me?
Actually, I'm here as a representative.
I'm Park Bok Hee.
What? You're the representative of the headquarters?
Hey, lady. Do you even work there?
Then are you the head of the HR team...
since you're here as the representative?
What are you then?
I'm an intern.
What did you say?
What in the world?
Are they crazy?
They sent an intern as a representative?
Are they trying to bleed us dry?
Goodness!
- What the heck? - Oh, my gosh!
Geez!
Do you have a plastic bag?
Did you catch it?
Grab me a plastic bag, will you?
Hurry and get one for her!
Okay.
You're an amazing intern!
How could all three of you can't catch a mouse?
I've been raised well.
I see. But you were holding me by the hair earlier.
Well, I just said that out of anger.
Anyway, we won't change our opinion.
We won't stop protesting until we meet the chairman.
Today, we're going to have MBS interview us.
So tell him to do as he wants.
Then...
Greet each other before you begin.
Team Peter Pan?
Nothing is impossible.
I'm Lim Se Ra living in Neverland where nothing is impossible.
I'm Gu Hyun Joon.
Team Train to Busan?
I'm Ki Eun Su.
I'm Ki Eun Ha. Our team is called "Train to Busan."
It means to go until the end like a clinging zombie.
I hope we get along.
Now, the director of DDTV, the representative...
Korean educational show, will pick the topic of discussion.
"Is your effort more important than your birth to succeed?"
It's about social stratum and its correlation with success.
Then will you choose a side?
Who is going to say the effort is more important?
We'll choose the effort.
Then will Team Train to Busan be the opposing side?
If you agree with Team Peter Pan, we can choose...
No, we'll go with the importance of birth.
- Did the meeting go well? - Yes.
Hasn't Mrs. Park called?
I better...
I'm back.
Mrs. Park, are you all right?
You must've met them.
If nothing happened, I'm glad.
Let the company handle it about the protest.
Well, the thing is...
You know via real cases that effort is important.
I'm not saying people don't succeed with their effort.
But you can't say that effort...
is more important with a few rare cases like that.
What percentage in the population does that happen?
That's right.
If you put in the same effort,
a better environment may have the upper hand.
But with a better environment comes laziness and prejudice.
People born with a silver spoon have a hard time overcoming that.
If you succeed when you're born with a silver spoon,
don't you think they're putting in more effort?
You must find it difficult to put in your effort...
when you were born with a silver spoon.
What do you think about the effort on the opposing side?
If you commute via car, you can memorize 20 words at least.
If you ride a bus, you have to hold tight to the handle,
so you don't fall.
That's right.
If you're not born with a silver spoon,
you don't even get a chance to put in your effort.
The people in need have to climb up the ladder with a rope...
when people with a silver spoon have a jet ready to lift them up.
So what if they have a jet?
But we still need to make an effort to climb up.
Yes, for success, you must make an effort.
I really didn't want to use this metaphor,
but these days, wealthy people don't even need a ladder.
They're born in the upper world and live in the upper world.
If they want to climb down,
they'll just visit by coming down in an elevator.
If they want to reach further up, they'll just get a helicopter.
They'll probably climb up the ladder for fun, hobby, and if it looks fun.
How can you close the gap with just your efforts?
Do you have any objections?
You came here with the representative from there?
He said he won't back down until he meets the chairman.
So I brought him here.
What?
I told him to wait outside for a moment.
Shall I ask him to come in?
I'm not going to do anything. You guys handle it on your own.
What could this be?
Wait a minute.
I liked today's debate.
I didn't know, but there are things that can't be done with efforts.
From now on, I will think from the perspective of a wooden spoon.
No. You don't have to.
You are right. What is the importance of class?
The only thing you can do with that is...
to take a cow to the riverside and put its head in the water.
What?
You will go to college by building up qualifications.
You will get a job at your parent's company and inherit a fortune.
But that also looked dirty and cheap.
I don't need class.
Can't you eat food with your hands?
Try succeeding as much as you can with your class.
I will succeed with my efforts.
Real success can only be achieved through your own efforts,
and that is the best success. Do you understand, you fools?
Hey! Then why did you say that earlier?
First, I will hear you out.
Yes. That's it.
Who do you think will win?
Of course, it's Se Ra.
I think Eun Ha could win.
The first debate...
was won by Ki Eun Ha and Ki Eun Soo's "Train to Busan."
The next team should prepare well.
Eun Su and Eun Ha. Did you tell your mom about the tuition?
No.
What?
I'm not going to tell her.
We will drop out of this school today.
I was curious about the program at the most elite elementary school,
and I wanted to know what kind of students attended,
but I think this is enough.
Thank you for everything you've done for us.
Let's go. Get up.
Daughter of a thief.
Is a thief bad?
Then isn't a thief bad?
A thief is bad if they really stole something.
What's worse than that, though, is framing someone.
What? Are you saying my mom framed your mom?
Your mom will know that. Let's go.
So, are you saying the factory manager fired 100 people at once,
leaving only 5 factory workers because of the punctuality scores?
That's what I said.
Doesn't that just mean he'll close the factory?
Shouldn't we go in?
Don't you think it makes sense after listening to what they said?
I think I'll be angry if I were in their shoes.
The "Dream Children's Clothing" produced by the Yeoju factory...
was the first to be sold with the name of Shinsang Group,
and is a business that he has more affection than anything else.
As far as I know, there will be no closing downs and no layoffs.
Really?
I will discuss with the chairman and reflect your opinions,
so please go back and work hard once again at your position.
How can we trust that?
I raised my kids by dressing them in those clothes.
The fabric is good and it's cheap,
but why would the chairman get rid of such a good thing?
Don't worry.
Lady... I mean, I will trust the intern.
She caught a mouse, listened to us well,
and made a meeting with you, so I have to trust her.
I'm sorry I didn't trust you earlier.
I'm embarrassed to hear you say you trust me.
Then, we'll trust you two, go back, and start the factory.
We'll be off.
Take care of yourself.
Go back safely.
We trust you.
They just said farewell while smiling, right?
Has it been solved?
Yes.
They came in like an angry bull,
but now left like a gentle sheep.
What did you do?
I did nothing.
Director Jang said he would talk with the chairman...
How was that nothing?
You went and caught a mouse and brought them here.
High five!
- My gosh. - Great job!
Okay.
The chairman wants Director Jang and Director Ko in his office.
What happened with the laid-off workers at the Yeoju factory?
Since the sales are not good, the factory manager must...
have done a punctuality survey to reduce the number of people.
It was decided by the HR committee...
according to the result.
So it means to close down the business.
"Dream Children's Clothing" is a business...
that served as a stepping stone for me to grow Shinsang Group.
There is no profit there.
The factory manager played the villain,
so this is an opportunity to close...
Se Ra hasn't worn that ever in her childhood, right?
People do everything for 1 or 2 children.
Not only me, but no one wears it.
Don't talk carelessly.
It may be less profitable,
but it is a brand that has been kept with pride...
in supplying with good quality and cheap price.
Dream is like my pride that contains...
the philosophy of my company.
Don't mess things up there.
And Director Jang.
Proceed by reinstating...
all the laid-off workers.
Okay.
You said you agreed to meet all of their conditions?
Yes.
Is that solving it?
It's a factory that became the root...
of the foundation he wants to protect.
It's such a pathetic brand.
Clothes that aren't sold...
and stock being donated here and there.
The places who get the donation won't like it either.
Not everyone dress them with such expensive clothes like you do.
Even these days, there are difficult...
No.
According to your words,
there are still many people who live poorly.
Who?
Park Bok Hee?
So is Park Bok Hee going to sell it all?
Or...
is she going to buy it all?
No, that's not what I meant.
Why do you want to do business for those people?
Forget it.
It's good for the company to close down the old brand quickly.
I'm going to get rid of those lousy things quickly...
and sign an overseas luxury brand license contract.
Mom. We did a debate contest today.
That's right! I didn't even ask as things were so hectic.
Did you do well?
We won.
Really?
That's awesome!
What did your classmates say? Did they congratulate you?
Do they think differently of you?
Do you have any kids you've gotten close to?
That's not important.
Why is it not important?
Your friends in school...
We said we would drop out.
What?
Why?
I told you I will quit when I want to quit.
What?
But still, why didn't you consult with me?
My friends and teachers...
in the previous school were much better.
I think so too.
All right.
If that's what you want...
Still, from next time, be sure to consult with me first.
Okay.
To celebrate the well-finished strike issue,
Director Jang will buy us lunch tomorrow.
I nagged him to buy.
Wait.
Director Jang and Ms. Park Bok Hee sent the same emoji. Jinx!
Chauffeur Ki.
Come see me.
Director Ko, what did you want to see me about?
I can't stand it any longer.
Get back together.
Pardon?
Get back together?
Think seriously about reuniting with Bok Hee.
Sorry?
Parents should raise their children together.
Don't you think it will be...
best for the kids?
Well...
Don't stop at not divorcing her, get back together.
If you do that,
I'll give you 200,000 dollars.
How about it?
I didn't think it would be solved so easily yesterday.
I think it was a good idea to send Mrs. Park as Director Ko suggested.
Rather than taking a rigid approach,
I think Mrs. Park's casual way of approach was better.
I agree.
Director Jang, you're buying us lunch today, right?
Yes, it's my treat.
You didn't bring a lunch box today, right?
No.
But she has a lot of nerve, doesn't she?
How did you think of going in there alone?
I know.
She's very bold.
What was that fairy tale?
The one about a rabbit that was taken by the Dragon King.
If it were Mrs. Park,
she would have made it alive even after giving most of her liver.
Shall I take this time...
to find the Dragon King who has a bad liver condition?
Aren't you going to get on with the meeting?
Until when do we have to talk about this?
Right.
The next one is about the volunteer for the dream class.
It's our turn, but who should do it from our team?
What's that?
It's a general after school class for the children of the employees.
Each department takes turns to volunteer as the teacher.
Our department has our hands full, so shouldn't they skip our team?
But it's the regulation of the company.
Are there any volunteers?
Mr. Oh and Ms. Kim are quite busy.
Is there anything you excel in, Mrs. Park?
Something to teach the kids.
Art, music, or sports. Anything is fine.
I can do the Jeju Island dialect.
You should...
stop being impertinent.
Mr. Lee, how about you?
I sang in musicals as a club activity back in college.
That's a good one.
You should do it.
I think we discussed most of it,
so let's work hard until lunch.
- Yes. - Yes.
You're very consistent with your lame specialties.
I'm curious to hear the Jeju Island dialect someday though.
People tend to look down on me,
so I need to promote myself.
Ms. Kim. Spare me a moment.
Yes.
Ms. Kim. How many years have you worked for Shinsang?
Pardon?
I started some years ago in...
You've worked for many years, but you seem clueless.
Do you think Park Bok Hee is useful for our department?
Well, she's doing her best to learn.
You still don't get it, do you?
Pardon?
Crush Park Bok Hee.
Crash her so hard that she wouldn't want to come near the company.
Crush her down properly.
Sorry?
I know you still haven't paid back your student loan...
and you also took an employee loan.
Do you want to act the way you want and work here briefly,
or do you want to work longer tactfully?
I want to work for a long time.
Then you should do things properly.
Yes, Director.
Hello, Director Bang.
How about having...
the upcoming planning meeting with Director Jang instead of me?
Then would it be possible...
for you to suggest the meeting to Director Jang?
As you know, I'm not in the position to ask him.
Since we're on it, would you have lunch with him today?
I'm sorry to say this.
I have to meet Director Bang.
Can you have lunch without me and here's my card...
You don't have to do that when you can't make it.
But you didn't bring your lunch box, Mrs. Park.
I'm fine.
Why don't you treat us something nice tomorrow?
If you do, we can go a bit far.
Shall we do that?
Then I'll be off.
So where are we going for lunch?
Sorry?
Are you joining us for lunch, Director Ko?
Yes.
Let's go to Saint Gloria.
Pardon?
It costs 80 dollars per person there.
Isn't it very expensive there?
But that's what we work for. Why don't we just go?
Would it be a burden for you, Mrs. Park?
You can go without me. I'm not very hungry,
so I'll eat later.
Well, then. Let's go.
Chauffeur Ki.
What brings you here?
Oh, yes. I'm here to ask...
Bok Hee out on a lunch date.
- Pardon? - Sorry?
What?
Then...
you can date while having lunch.
You look good together.
Let's go.
- Take care. - Okay.
- Enjoy your lunch. - Yes.
- Your jacket looks nice. - Thank you.
What's this about? Are you crazy?
Hey. What do you want to eat?
Tell me something expensive.
Do you want to eat pig's trotters?
Forget it. Why would I eat pig's trotters with you?
Director Ko told me to get back with her.
If I can't get back with her,
we should at least have lunch, so I have something to say.
What are you eating?
I asked you to have lunch with me.
You'll have cup ramyeon here, but you won't have lunch with me?
Why are you pushing me away?
Is it because of that director?
You said you were sick and tired of me.
Why do you want to eat with me suddenly?
Hey.
That's because you can't always eat rice.
Sometimes you want snacks or eat out.
Then you go back to rice.
Why don't you tell that to Ji Ae?
Tell her you hit on her because you were fed up with rice.
Try it.
Why are you being like this?
It's not like I don't love you.
What did you say?
Hey. We can live to be 100 these days.
Say we divide that to the first and the second half.
You were the first half of my life.
Oh, I see.
I have you in my heart.
A part of you is still in my heart.
Even if it gets cold, rice is still rice.
And I still have feelings left for you.
Why do you think it's over between us?
Is that so?
I am a scapegoat of monogamy.
In this age where people live long lives,
don't you think it's a cruel system?
A scapegoat, are you?
Have you never thought that way?
You can have multiple wives or husbands that live together...
and divide roles according to their specialties.
Ji Ae is cute,
but there's something she can't do for me.
Since we met in this company,
how about dating in the office?
We'll have a fake romance in the office.
Do you want to wash your hair in the ramyeon soup?
Get lost.