(Episode 121)
Had I known...
If only I had known...
What are you talking about?
I should've been more attentive.
Jang Geum. No matter what happens,
I will save you, so don't you worry about a thing.
I'll find the best thyroid cancer specialist...
who can completely cure you.
Bae Soo, I'm not dying.
The surgery went well,
and I just need to make sure I take the hormone pills on time.
Still, you underwent surgery for cancer. That's major.
It must've been tough.
I'm so glad you pulled through, Jang Geum.
Bae Soo.
Mother did? Okay, I'll head over there now.
No, you can visit her another time.
She's very tired today.
She wants to take it easy and recuperate for the time being.
Still, my mother-in-law is not well.
I should visit her as her eldest son-in-law.
Another time.
Honey, I'm going to sleep here tonight.
Okay, sure. Call me right away if anything happens.
Okay, will do.
Nam Gu, what's going on?
Did Ms. Oh undergo surgery for cancer?
Yes, for thyroid cancer.
She underwent surgery alone and didn't tell the family.
My goodness.
I see. Mr. Bang must've left in such a hurry earlier...
to visit Ms. Oh.
My gosh, I'm really worried.
Don't worry, Mom.
I'm sure her daughters, son, and daughter-in-law...
are taking great care of her.
But still...
Dad, is Grandma Jang Geum seriously ill?
She'll recover very soon.
Let's visit her together when she's feeling better.
Okay. Let's do that, Dad.
I looked it up on the Internet, Nam Gu.
I read that you're fine if the surgery was successful.
Even so, it was for cancer.
She needs to take good care of herself.
That's true.
By the way, don't you think Mr. Bang was acting so weird earlier?
What do you mean?
Mom called him,
but he didn't even answer and left in such a hurry.
I'm sure it was because he was in shock.
Even so.
It's not like his wife underwent surgery.
That was a little too over-the-top.
Oh, right.
Nam Gu, I have to step out.
Hey, Seok Gu.
You didn't even finish your food. Where are you going? Seok Gu!
What's with Uncle Seok Gu?
Ri An, it's not like we've never seen him do this before.
Don't mind him. Just eat your food.
Okay, Auntie Pa Ran.
What's so urgent that he wanted to meet up at this hour?
What are you doing? Get in.
Okay.
So? What now?
Finally, we have all the pieces of the puzzle.
The conclusion is that...
the beneficiary of the inheritance is someone totally unexpected.
What? Someone unexpected?
You said you were sure it was Ms. Na.
Even the greatest detective...
can make mistakes.
Anyway, you need to see this.
What is this?
You're looking at a compilation of my theories.
Let me state the conclusion first.
Ms. Oh Jang Geum is the sole beneficiary.
My sister-in-law's mother...
and my in-law.
What?
And she is Chairman Bang Bae Soo's first love.
His first love?
Are you surprised?
Well, I'm just a little taken back.
Cho Hee's mother is Father's first love?
Anyway, okay. Get going already.
Don't say you missed the last bus and need to sleep at my place.
Wait, my Gangnam sister-in-law.
What now?
My goodness.
This is top secret.
When he heard she underwent surgery for thyroid cancer,
he ran out the door in shock.
He almost looked like a madman.
Cho Hee's mother has thyroid cancer?
Yes. Luckily, it was caught early, and the surgery went well.
Thank goodness.
But seriously? She is his first love?
He said nothing happened between them.
My goodness. You're so gullible.
Who tells others about their first love?
Did you tell your husband about your first love?
Well, I didn't mean to.
But he found out.
See? Everyone's first love is buried deep in their heart.
Especially men. Men never forget the first woman they loved.
So give up already, sister-in-law.
No one can beat her since she is his first love.
It's getting late. Where did she go?
She's not even picking up.
Well, I shouldn't complain because I can play this game.
Mom, did you just get back?
Honey, it's getting late. Where have you been?
And what's with the sunglasses?
Honey, we're doomed.
What?
The person receiving the inheritance is someone we can't beat.
Someone we can't beat?
Why? Is that the person's name? Can't Beat?
No! It's Father's first love.
His first love who is ill at the moment.
My dad's first love? Who is that?
Cho Hee's mom.
Come on. Don't be ridiculous.
Honey, I heard men could never forget the first woman they loved.
Is it really true?
The first woman they loved?
What? Don't tell me you met Lee Hyun Woo.
What? Why would you even bring him up?
Lee Hyun Woo?
Mom's first love you told me about the other day?
No. It's not true, Sa Rang. I don't have such a thing.
Sa Rang, you never get good grades,
but you have such a good memory.
That's enough, Bang Hyung Do.
Sa Rang, it's bedtime. You should go to bed.
- Okay. - Good night.
- You too. - Sweet dreams.
You'd better not bring up Lee Hyun Woo again.
If you do, you're so dead.
I was just kidding. Why are you so sensitive?
Good night, Grandpa.
You too. Sweet dreams, Sa Rang.
- Honey. - What now?
Didn't you sense something from Father's voice just now?
Like what?
There's something.
Something unusual and strange.
Hey.
Seriously, what is wrong with her?
Gosh, Jang Geum...
I was right. She really is his first love.
Why? What's wrong?
It's all over now.
It's over.
What are you talking about? What's over?
Honey.
Honey, what's wrong?
What do I do?
Hey, Won Ju. What's the matter all of a sudden?
It's all over now.
Hey.
Mom, why are you still up?
I couldn't fall asleep.
You should get some sleep.
You have to go to work tomorrow.
Mom.
What?
I'm sorry, Mom.
What?
I haven't repaid you for the love you gave me,
saying I'm always busy...
and using my family and work as an excuse.
But you always put us first.
Don't be silly.
I'll be good to you. From now on, I'll be a great daughter.
Do you know this, Cho Hee?
What?
You, Kang Rim, and Bo Ri. My three children.
The moment you were born,
you already did everything you could do for me.
Mom.
You must know because you have Ri An too.
No matter what anyone says, the three of you...
are the biggest blessing in my life.
So don't be sorry. Don't think like that, okay?
Take good care of Nam Gu and Ri An...
and work hard.
Now that you've been promoted, you'll become even busier.
Mom.
Yes.
(Sisters Side Dish)
My goodness, Jang Geum.
You should be in bed. What are you doing here?
What do you think? We should get ready to open the store.
Goodness. Give me that. I'll do it.
It's okay.
I'm aching all over because I didn't work for a few days.
My gosh. You have to take it easy.
I'll hold down the fort, so go upstairs and lie down.
Go on!
I'm fine.
Go upstairs and wake up the kids.
Gosh, seriously.
- Move. - You're so stubborn.
Auntie Poong Geum, Mom said that?
Yes. So don't worry and just do your thing.
That's what your mother wants.
Why are you all quiet?
She just had her surgery, you know.
Exactly.
Mom will work if we keep the store open,
so let's close for a few days, okay?
What if she passes away?
Hey! Don't say stuff like that!
I'm just really worried.
My gosh.
It's not like your mom would agree to close the store.
She woke up early to deep-clean the store...
because she had to take time off for her surgery.
I agree with Bo Ri, Auntie Poong Geum.
Why don't we take her to a place where she can enjoy some fresh air?
Yes, I think that's a good idea.
I'm in.
The entire family should go together.
We've never taken a trip together as a family, you know.
Look at you guys.
Don't you know how your mom is?
What do you mean?
My gosh. Do you think she'd excitedly follow along?
I bet she'll say, "You guys can go."
"I have to watch the store."
That's what she'll say.
Gosh, I don't know.
Cho Hee, do you think so too?
I'm not sure.
Cho Hee.
(Bangsoo Construction)
So Cho Hee stayed with Jang Geum last night?
Yes. I think Mother is doing better now.
I see.
Nam Gu, we should visit her together...
when she's feeling better.
I haven't seen her in a while.
I feel bad.
Okay, let's do that.
Gosh, I'm getting a little choked up.
I suppose all parents put their children first.
Yes, of course.
No matter how old you are,
you always look like a kid in your parents' eyes.
I see. Is that why you gave Nam Gu all your savings?
- Seok Gu. - What do you mean?
Ms. Na gave Professor Kang her savings?
What? Was it a secret?
Hey, Seok Gu.
(Cometome)
It won't be hard to land the Ruru Pharmaceuticals contract.
What do you think, Ms. Seo?
I'm not sure. We have many competitors,
so I don't think I can guarantee anything.
Ms. Yeo.
Yes.
How about we try strengthening the brand concept?
Yes. We'll work on the communication of the concept.
As for the market analysis and related insights,
I trust that Team Two will take good care of them.
Yes, ma'am. You got it.
You never let me down, Ms. Seo. How sharp.
I know I can always count on you.
My gosh, I'm flattered.
One more thing, Mr. Moon.
Please make sure Team 1 and 2 can work together well.
Unlike last time, let's prevent unnecessary internal competition.
Don't you worry.
What we went through while working with Mukbang King...
I assure you that it won't happen again.
Good.
Ms. Yeo, you should keep it in mind too.
Yes. I will, ma'am.
Then I will trust the two of you.
Yes, ma'am.
Let's do this.
You're looking for a place because you have to move,
but you're having a hard time?
We plan to take some loans out...
and look for a place that is within our budget.
It may feel nice to get your loan application approved,
but you'll have to pay interest on top of the principal.
It'll be like trying to fill a bottomless pot.
Why don't you buy us a house, then? You're rich.
Seok Gu, that was out of line even as a joke.
I'm just worried. That's all.
In the worst-case scenario, I may have to move into your place.
Please don't mind him.
Well, I could help you out.
I am the chairman of Bangsoo Construction after all.
My gosh, Brad.
- Mr. Bang. - You're serious, right?
A real man must not take back his words.
I appreciate the offer, but this is something we have to figure out.
Professor Kang.
Don't jump to conclusions.
Pardon me?
I never said I'd give it to you for free.
It's not free? Then what do you mean?
What I meant was, I could rent it to you.
As a part of our employee welfare benefits.
I've done it for a number of employees.
Then do it for me too.
I want to receive the employee welfare benefits too.
You're not an employee.
You're just an intern.
You're considered an employee when you no longer have...
"assistant" in your title.
It's the same for Nam Gu.
Isn't he on a temporary contract?
He's eligible to receive the employee family benefits.
What?
Mr. Bang, I understand that you'd like to help,
but I can't receive such special treatment.
Nam Gu is right. It'll put Nam Gu in a difficult position.
Ms. Na, try to put yourself in my shoes.
My son is struggling to find a place to live.
I can't just sit back and do nothing.
In any case, have a discussion with Cho Hee...
and decide carefully.
Let me emphasize again that I will not give it to you for free.
The deposit you put down on your current place.
I want the same amount.
What a petty cheapskate.
I'm sorry for making you come out and meet me here.
What's up, Cho Hee?
I guess it's not something we can talk about at home.
The thing is,
I wanted to talk to you guys about Mom.
About Mom?
Yes.
I think we should do whatever we can...
to help her recover.
Even if they're just small things.
Right. I was thinking of exercising with her every morning.
Exercising with Mom?
Yes. I've been thinking about it for a while,
and I shouldn't put it off anymore.
Yes, that's a good idea.
Then you be in charge of helping her exercise, Kang Rim.
What can I do?
Right. When my exam is over,
I'll accompany her to her doctor's appointments.
Can you do a good job though?
Of course, I can.
The two of you work on weekdays, so I'm the perfect person for it.
And I'll help her out at the store too.
But you guys have to let me spend time with Mom on weekends.
Okay?
On weekends? Why?
I want to visit Mom with Nam Gu and Ri An every weekend.
That will make Mom very happy.
Yes. We can do anything if the three of us join forces.
Totally!
I'm so happy I have you two.
Thanks.
What? One of Bangsoo Construction's apartments?
He said he'd be renting it to us,
but I can't justify it.
I'm not even a permanent employee.
Exactly. We absolutely can't accept the offer.
Won Ju will get the wrong idea,
and it'll put Mother in an awkward position.
I know. I turned down the offer,
but Mr. Bang is very persistent.
Anyway, what do you think the real reason could be?
Real reason?
He asked you to join the board of advisors...
and even offered an apartment. What could be the real reason?
Mr. Bang?
Right, he also asked Kang Rim to be the company's legal advisor.
Even with what happened to my mom.
He tried to take care of everything.
To be honest, I don't get it.
I know he's considerate, but it's too much.
I must find out.
I'll meet him and ask him in person.
Cho Hee.
Hello.
Mr. Mustache.
Are you here to buy some side dishes?
No, this is why I'm here.
My gosh.
What is this? You're taken.
Sorry?
I may come across as silly and gullible,
but I never date men who two-time women.
No, someone asked me to drop this off.
What?
I'll be off, then.
Bye.
Darn it.
Bo Ri, there's your name right here.
- My name? - Yes.
My gosh. This must be a good-luck gift for your exam.
Jang Geum, it must be Mr. Yang.
Mr. Yang Jae Min?
Why didn't he give it to Bo Ri in person?
Hey! Bo Ri!
(Sisters Side Dish)
Jae Min...
(Ace the exam.)
Ace the exam.
You can do it, Bo Ri.
Yes, Mr. Kim.
That doctor is...
the best thyroid cancer specialist in the country.
I must get an appointment with that professor.
Okay, thanks.
- Brad. - Yes.
Do you know that you've changed?
What do you mean?
I wonder if you're the same Brad I knew before.
You always drew the line between work and personal life.
But you offered to help Nam Gu get a place.
It's so unlike you.
Ms. Na.
Would you be understanding...
no matter what happened to me in the past?
What are you talking about all of a sudden?
Did something happen?
Answer my question first.
Even if everyone else points the finger at me,
can you take my side?
Yes, of course.
No matter what you did,
I'm sure there was a reason.
Thank you.
Then trust me...
and give me some time.
Okay, I will.
(Traditional Tea House)
So? Did you and Professor Kang have a talk about the apartment?
Father.
Yes.
I asked you to meet with me today...
because I want your honest answer.
My honest answer?
A little while ago, I asked you why you were going out of your way...
to help me and my family.
I must ask you about it again.
Really?
The incident involving my father's patented technology.
Did you...
have something to do with it?
I can't say...
I had nothing to do with it.
Pardon me?
Well...
The thing is...
At the time, your father...
Your father...