(All characters, organizations, places, entities, and events...)
(in this drama are fictional.)
(Dreaming of Great Politics)
So this is the book he wrote.
(Dreaming of Great Politics)
What's this?
(Father-Daughter Contract)
Father-Daughter Contract?
(Father-Daughter Contract)
(Test Results)
(Test subjects are not parent and child.)
What?
What is it that you wanted to talk outside?
What is it?
Is something wrong?
What's that?
You're garbage.
At least explain yourself.
Okay. It's as you saw.
I don't know why Da Jung's mom said I was her dad,
but no,
she isn't my daughter.
Does Da Jung know...
the truth?
No.
Why did you take the kids in when you're not her dad?
To change your reprobate son image?
Did you pull a con on the entire country?
Did you?
Yes, I did,
but that's not all.
I thought it would be best for them for me to become their guardian.
Then what's with the father-daughter contract?
Da Jung suggested it first...
to make it a contractual arrangement.
Do you call that an excuse?
Why would she have done that?
Probably because she thought you were using her.
How could you write up a father-daughter contract...
with someone who thinks you're her dad?
Politics is really frightening. It turns people into monsters.
Soo Hyun.
(Father-Daughter Contract)
(Episode 14: Fissure)
I don't think I deserve to be called your dad just yet.
I'm going to try being your legal guardian.
I wanted to do something for him since he took me...
and my siblings in.
(Kang Joon Ho)
How about some beer at the convenience store?
What were you talking about for so long?
Come eat. It'll get cold.
I'm fine. I had a late lunch.
Where's Soo Hyun?
She said she had no appetite and left.
I think they had a lovers' quarrel.
Really?
Da Jung, what's a lovers' quarrel?
When you love someone very much, you can get mad and fight.
That's a lovers' quarrel.
I'm glad Tak's matter was resolved.
Me too.
Dae Han finds out tomorrow about his nomination, right?
Yes.
Actually, I met with Baek Soo Chang, the Progressive Party leader.
Why did you meet with him?
He made me an offer.
He said he wants to nominate me instead of Dae Han...
to run in Jungang-gu of Inju.
It'll be hard to win the election as an independent.
I don't want to start my political career by getting a nomination...
from the Nationalist Party of which my father is the leader.
Mr. Kang.
Mr. Baek...
made that offer because he's angry at Dae Han about Hojig Construction.
He wants to use his power over the party...
to get revenge as cruelly as possible.
I know.
That's why I refused.
I'm glad.
You shouldn't join hands with someone so dirty.
I didn't join hands with him,
but I plan to be tough.
Why?
Politics...
is much more deplorable and dangerous than I thought.
If I want to survive in such a world,
I can't fight gentlemanly.
What does that mean?
Dae Han is my alum,
and I know his relationship with you,
but he's my enemy whom I must beat if we face off at the elections.
Depending on the situation,
I may end up hurting him. That's what I mean.
Darn it.
Darn it. Enough already.
We barely started. I deserve to be hit more. More!
- More! - No!
- More! Come on! - No.
I give up.
I can't do it.
- Hit me more! - No, no.
Do you think Ms. Jung will tell Da Jung?
That you're not her real dad.
She won't be able to tell her.
Da Jung is pregnant.
I understand you're upset,
and yes, you started it for your image,
but it was a good thing for the kids in the end.
That doesn't excuse me.
Soo Hyun said...
I pulled a con on the entire country.
They'll announce the nominations tomorrow.
Let's focus on the election for now.
You're the head of a family now.
If you lose the election again,
you and I won't be the only ones crawling in the mud.
Isn't Soo Hyun going to eat?
She went to work early. She said she has a busy day.
That's just an excuse.
She must be really angry at Father.
Why did you have a lovers' quarrel?
What brings you here so early? Is something going on?
There's something extremely important.
What is it?
They're making an important announcement...
on which Assemblyman Wi's and my life depend.
So I decided to respect her choice.
And using this opportunity,
I would like to say something to my daughter.
I wasn't able to stay by your mother's side.
But...
I will be there for you.
- Soo Hyun. - Hey.
You're here early.
Yes. I had to do something.
What were you watching, that you shut it so quickly?
I did not. It's nothing.
You were reading the Progressive Party's page, right?
The Progressive Party's page? Why?
Party news.
(Progressive Party)
"List of nominees".
(List of nominees)
Okay.
Hey. You check. I'm too nervous.
Check it.
You're such a wimp.
Try being in my shoes. Let's see if you don't get nervous.
What is there to be nervous about? You came in first in the survey.
Who knows what trick Mr. Baek may have played?
He isn't the one who makes the nominations.
The nomination committee does.
Jungang-gu, Inju city... Where are you?
(Inju)
What?
(Jungang-gu, Inju: Strategic District)
What's this?
Why is this a strategic district?
If it's a strategic district,
what does that mean?
It means they'll reject all the candidates for nomination...
and nominate someone else.
Then what about Assemblyman Wi?
He failed at getting the nomination.
Please say a few words about the nominations.
The nomination committee conducted...
a fair and transparent evaluation,
and we announced the results today.
Why are there more strategic districts than expected?
The three standards for evaluation...
were fairness, transparency, and potential of winning.
We had no choice but to make those decisions for the elections.
How is this fair?
(Progressive Party)
What about it was transparent?
Who has a higher potential of winning right now than me?
You're stifling me because you hate me!
Why did you drop all the candidates...
of Jungang-gu in Inju?
Mr. Baek! Mr. Baek! Tell me!
Mr. Baek!
Tell me the reason!
How is this fair?
Mr. Baek!
It's noisy at the Progressive Party regarding their nominations,
but our nominations are going smoothly without any noise.
Didn't you announce that you'd replace half of the Assemblymen?
They must be opposing.
Who likes losing their seat in the National Assembly?
That is why I, as the party leader,
wanted to set an example...
and decided not to run.
Your son recently announced he'd run as an independent.
Did he consult you first?
That's correct.
To be honest, Kang Joon Ho is at a disadvantage...
in the elections because he's my son.
If I give him a nomination after saying we'll make replacements,
who will trust and follow me?
Tell me the reason!
Tell me!
Things are noisy in Yeouido.
I guess election season is really upon us.
Why did you leave the paper?
Papers aren't any fun anymore.
I'm thinking of doing internet radio...
and writing a book.
As in, you're still unemployed.
Why are you stabbing me where it hurts after calling me out?
You're interested in politics too.
That's a given. I was a politics reporter after all.
You watched from outside the ring long enough.
Why don't you run yourself? With me.
What?
Are you asking me to be your aide?
Not an aide. I want to have you be my campaign manager.
Hey, do you think I'd actually be of help?
Of course. You're a great strategist and a great source of intel.
Do you mean it?
Come now. You know I can't joke around.
Will you pay me?
Of course, I will.
I will pay you minimum wage.
I mean...
They pulled this garbage with the nominations.
There are over 100 Assemblymen in the Progressive Party.
How could not a single person speak out against it?
How? Darn it.
Aren't you ashamed to sit in your seat in the Assembly?
That's why people have zero respect for you! Zero!
Fine! Continue being scumbag Assemblymen, you dirtbags!
Darn it.
Do you feel better?
What do you think?
My four years of hard work is going down the drain.
Darn it.
We should request a review, right?
They won't grant it. That's within Mr. Baek's authority.
Of all the... How could this happen?
Da Jung's dad worked so hard to become an Assemblyman.
We should all...
march into the National Assembly.
What? Are you really going to march into the National Assembly?
I should get the merchants from the market to sign a petition.
- Thank you. - Why, that's heavy.
Why do you think he didn't get the nomination?
(Petition to Reconsider Progressive Party's Nomination)
- Hey. - Hello.
He fell out of favor with the Leader because he tried to help us.
But...
would this petition be any help?
Helpful or not, we should do what we can.
Gosh. All these so-called politicians are practically thieves.
The son of Inju Market is being threatened by a mob.
It's our turn to protect him.
It must be really hard for Dae Han.
Take good care of him.
Of course, I will. He's like family.
Dad.
Soo Hyun! Why are you here at this hour?
- I got off work early today. - I see.
What do you have in your hands?
Dae Han was unfairly disqualified from the candidate nomination.
I am asking for signatures for the petition.
Dad, this won't help.
You don't need to do this. It won't help anyway.
What's wrong?
Did you already forget how hard Dae Han worked...
to save us?
It's obvious that he fell out of favor...
with the Party Leader because of what he did for us.
I can't just watch him go through that.
How can they do that?
It's like they selected candidates for the class president...
and decided to pick the president from a different class.
I totally agree with you.
How can those who create laws bend the rules like this?
I agree with you.
This is very frustrating.
Is there any way we can help Mr. Wi?
I am not sure.
He did so much for us until now.
Why don't we all go on a TV variety program?
- I want to do that. - Me too.
Do you both want Mr. Wi to be an assemblyman again?
It's Mr. Wi's dream to be an assemblyman.
I really want him to be one.
Mr. Wi is not our real dad,
but he let us live with him,
and even bought us a lot of nice meals.
He held my hand tightly when I was sick.
That's why I really hope he becomes an Assemblyman.
Is that so?
(Ko Bong Joo)
Soo Hyun, Dae Han is really drunk.
Could you please come?
I am sorry.
Why are you sorry?
Of course, I am sorry.
You lost your job because of me.
All because of a worthless guy like me.
I am sorry.
I'm serious.
Why do you think you are worthless?
You are the National Dad.
I am no National Dad.
I am the National Conman.
I think I am being punished for using those kids.
Don't say that. That is so not you.
I think I make everyone around me very unlucky.
Mom got divorced,
Dad died alone at a studio.
And you too.
Things got only harder for you after you met me.
And what about Soo Hyun?
Her sister got into an accident when she was on her way to meet me.
I must be a really unlucky person!
That is what...
makes you great.
You came this far...
overcoming those obstacles.
But...
this is it.
Disqualification from the nomination.
This is it.
That's because I am an unlucky person.
Darn it.
Wait, wait. Where are you going?
Bathroom. Gosh.
What are you doing? Go over there and do it.
- It's not here? - No, it's not here.
See this?
How can one be so unlucky?
How can I call myself a dad?
Look at you.
I must be really drunk. I am seeing things.
Come on, what are you doing here?
Get up, quickly. Okay?
Dae Han!
Jung Soo Hyun.
- So... - Gosh.
Did that sober you up?
Yes.
How did you know I was here?
Bong Joo messaged me.
That you are too drunk and he can't handle you alone.
Gosh. Why did he say that?
Sorry for the inconvenience.
I heard you didn't make the nomination.
No, I didn't.
My dad is going around getting signatures for a petition.
Tell him I appreciate his effort,
but he doesn't have to do it.
It won't change the result.
So,
what are you going to do?
I don't know.
I'll think about it.
What about the kids?
Will you continue to be their dad?
Remember what I told you...
when we first met Da Jung?
If I were your dad,
I'd feel like I received a Christmas present.
At that time...
I was lying.
But now...
I mean it.
Da Jung, Tak...
Tae Poong, Song Yi,
and Da Jung's baby.
I am going to take care of them until the end.
Unless they reject me.
The kids made this for you. Take a look.
All right. It started.
- When the doorbell rang, - When the doorbell rang,
- I went to open the door - Left, left!
- And Mr. Wi I was waiting for - And Mr. Wi I was waiting for
- was standing in front of the door - was standing in front of the door
- One more time! - I was so happy,
smiled,
- and said, "Mr. Wi" - and said, "Mr. Wi"
- for some reason, Mr. Wi's face - for some reason, Mr. Wi's face
- looked a little sad - All right. Ready?
- Did something happen? - Did something happen?
- Are you worried about something? - Are you worried about something?
- Did you have a bad day today? - Did you have a bad day today?
Come on!
- Cheer up, Mr. Wi - Cheer up, Mr. Wi
- We got your back - We got your back
One more time!
- Cheer up, Mr. Wi - Cheer up, Mr. Wi
- We got your back - We got your back
- Cheer up, Mr. Wi! - Cheer up, Mr. Wi!
- Don't be sad. - Cheer up!
- Hello? - Where are you?
Sir. I'm at home.
Come out. Let's meet.
Pardon?
The entire party knows...
that you came in first for the nomination.
A strategic nomination? Nonsense.
Who has a better chance of winning than the National Dad?
Why did you have to mess with Hojig Construction?
Can I talk, please?
I couldn't hold it back. My apologies, sir.
Sir, but where are we headed?
To eat cup rice.
What? "Cup rice"?
Why are we here?
I wanted to eat cup rice and also show you...
that you're not the only one having tough times.
400,000 are studying for the civil service examination.
How many of those youngsters...
do you think dreamed of becoming civil servants when they were young?
Not much, I guess.
Then why do you think those 400,000 youngsters...
study so hard for it without having time to eat?
I guess it's because their future isn't stable.
Exactly.
They choose stable jobs...
rather than money since their life is unstable.
And us politicians are the ones who made the country like this.
You're right, sir.
The politicians who only care about keeping their positions...
and don't think twice about the people...
made this country a place where life is so unstable.
You said you'd take the righteous path...
instead of just following theory.
Well,
I'll have to be nominated first.
Just because you're not part of a party doesn't mean you can't run.
People may not be showing it out of fear,
but everyone knows you were unfairly left out.
You now have a reason to defect from the party...
and run as an independent.
If you're elected as an independent,
it will be an incredibly valuable asset for you.
You have a point,
but they're going to be nominating someone great...
so that there won't be any problems with Mr. Baek's decision.
And if I run as an independent, progressive votes will be split up.
So will the conservative votes.
Kang Joon Ho is running as an independent too.
They say...
people vote for the party and not the candidate,
but there are tons of voters who hate the existing parties.
If we can draw those votes to you,
you still have a chance.
Then the key will be to secure an issue, won't it?
Something that will get the votes of those who hate current politics.
That's it.
Thank you so much, sir.
Let's eat the cup rice some other time.
After I get elected.
I'll call you, sir. Thank you.
You're going to run as an independent?
Why are you so shocked?
Of course, we would be shocked.
Defection isn't a simple matter!
"Defection"?
Does that mean he's running as an independent?
It will make it harder for him to get elected.
"Elected"? It won't be easy to even pass 15 percent.
Then we won't get our campaign money back.
You're going to be in debt!
That's the same for Joon Ho.
You're not in the same position.
He's single...
and he can return to the law firm if he loses,
but you even had a panic disorder when you lost last time.
Hey.
Gosh, you and your mouth.
He's not running as an independent.
He's part of the Great Family.
That's right. I do have a party. The Great Party.
And you're the members, right?
Father. I'll help out too.
I'll make your theme song.
There you go. I love the enthusiasm.
You should start a show as well. The Great TV.
What? "The Great TV"?
That sounds good too.
Should I start a channel right away?
But that's not all.
You'll need content.
I think you'll need a promotional event...
that will let people know about you running as an independent.
Then why don't you...
start promoting on our show?
You know how many viewers we have.
- Yes, exactly. - Yes.
Thank you,
but the official campaign period hasn't started yet,
so it might be a violation of the election law.
Really? Why is it so hard?
Or you could hold a press conference.
That's too boring. I need to set myself apart from the others
Why don't you dress up as something funny, like a radish?
What?
- "A radish"? - "A radish"?
It's not bad.
I think it will help people remember you, for sure.
That's right. People are into funny and absurd things these days.
But...
How could I dress up as a radish?
I'll look like a fool.
Hello!
I'm the National Dad, Wi Dae Han. Nice to meet you.
Everyone, do you know why I'm dressed up as a radish?
Unfortunately, I failed to pass the screening...
for the nominations at the Progressive Party.
All my efforts for the past four years became nothing...
and I was incredibly frustrated...
and even in despair.
However,
I have decided to rely only on the support of the people...
and run as an independent, without a party!
There's a reason why I am running as an independent here.
I wanted to sincerely apologize...
for soiling your bright young years...
with the anxiety of the future,
endless tests, and tiny studio apartments.
As one of the politicians...
who turned this country into a place without dreams,
I would like to sincerely apologize.
Please vent out all your anger at politicians like me...
and make your judgments by voting.
And dream of a better Korea.
I, Wi Dae Han, will work hard...
to make those dreams...
come true.
Thank you!
- Wi Dae Han! - Wi Dae Han!
- Independent! - Independent!
- Wi Dae Han! - Wi Dae Han!
- Independent! - Independent!
- Wi Dae Han! - Independent!
- Wi Dae Han! - Hello.
- Wi Dae Han! - Independent!
That's so like him.
We could actually benefit from Wi Dae Han...
gaining popularity as an independent.
Why?
With candidates from the Progressive Party, the Nationalist Party,
and two strong candidates running as independents,
we can turn it into a four-way battle.
You're right.
I guess this election is getting more interesting.
(Public Assembly)
Former Assemblyman Wi has prepared the bill for this week.
This will be the last bill they propose here,
so I'm very curious as well. What is it?
Yes.
The last bill I am going to propose on this show...
is an act that allows the public...
to terminate members of assembly during their term,
the Politician Public Recall Act.
- That's great! - I love that!
(Public Assembly)
Yes.
Once an assemblyman gets elected,
he is awarded various privileges.
Among them is the fact...
that the four-year term is guaranteed...
no matter how lazy and shameless they act.
That's why they do whatever they please.
You're acting weird these days.
What do you mean?
I mean...
You keep saying the right things, and it's making me uncomfortable!
Whatever.
I completely agree with today's bill.
Power that isn't monitored will turn corrupt.
I know that similar laws...
have been continuously proposed since the 17th National Assembly,
but none of them have passed.
That is correct.
They do not want to give up their privileges.
However, some of the politicians who are against it are saying this.
"It is hard to find a place..."
"among advanced countries that have a recall system."
I would like to say...
if you want to say that,
you should at least show up first.
Yes.
- Amazing! - That was great!
He's been promoting himself in live streaming channels...
and he even brought up...
the public recall act on his last day on the show.
He's definitely differentiating himself...
from the existing parties.
No matter how great the plan is,
if the opponent finds out, it's no use.
What's going on with the kids' biological father?
He lost all the money he took on gambling,
and he's currently living off of begging around casinos.
Make sure to keep an eye on him.
He'll come in handy.
Yes, sir.
- Good job, everyone. Good job. - Good job.
- Good job. - Good job.
You did a good job.
Now, this is a successful end.
You two...
got the most votes ever on this show.
I know.
I knew they would take it,
but I didn't expect 91 percent.
I was very persuasive.
I don't think that's it.
It just shows how people don't trust politicians.
True.
And a great example of that politician...
happens to be someone really close to you, Mr. Kang.
Former Assemblyman Wi,
it's not polite to insult family.
I never said that someone was his family.
Is that what you think?
I heard that you were nominated by the Nationalist Party.
I never knew you were interested in politics.
I always was. I just never had the chance.
Maybe you never had the capability.
The three of you have an interesting relationship.
How is it that all three of you're competing in the same district?
We can do a special by inviting them during the election.
We will attract a lot of attention if three of them debate on TV.
I agree.
That's good. I like the sound of that.
What do you all think?
I will gladly participate, if only you will have me.
Me too.
Great. I will talk to the Director.
Thank you for your hard work. I really appreciate it.
We should be the ones thanking you.
We were able to shine because of your hard work.
Quitting a program that I have been working on for four years...
feels like leaving a company that I've been in for a long time.
Even if you leave the company, you are still in the same district.
You know the voters have all the power, right?
You both should be nice to me.
We should. To win the heart of our voter.
It seems like you and I...
have an interesting relationship too.
I know.
We are both independent, running in the same district.
It's a good thing.
We will be able to fight under the same condition.
It's a battle between the National Dad and National Son.
It's the big match of Jungang-gu, Inju City.
But who will be the winner?
It's obviously going to be me.
What kind of a silly question is that?
Let's hear it out. Why are you going to be the winner?
Because I have something you don't.
Got it?
Hello, everyone. This is Wi Dae Han.
Today, I will introduce you to my family,
just like I promised last time.
All right. This is the oldest child of the Wi family.
Let me introduce you to Han Da Jung.
Please say hello.
Hello, this is Han Da Jung.
Isn't she pretty?
This is Wi Dae Han's son-in-law, Choi Jung Woo
Well... Not yet.
Now it's time for the second child of the Wi family.
Here we have Han Tak.
Han Tak, please say hello.
- Here you go. - What is this?
Is he the man who assaulted a civilian...
and ganged up with the Mayor of Inju?
I don't think he is independent. He's just overreaching.
I feel sorry for the children.
"I feel sorry for the children"?
(I feel sorry for the children.)
Who are you to say that? Do you know me?
- Do you know us? - Calm down.
(Don't mess with the middle school students. They are scary.)
I am sorry. He is still going through puberty.
My apologies.
Now, let's move on.
It's time for the youngest of the Wi Family.
She is such a cutie. This is Han Song Yi!
Hello!
Hello! This is Han Song Yi.
- Song Yi, how old are you? - I am eight years old.
She is eight years old! Isn't she just adorable?
Song Yi, what are you good at?
(She is so cute!)
I am good at drawing.
She is good at drawing. Do you want to be a painter?
Yes.
You just met with Song Yi, who wants to be a painter.
Now it's time to meet the playful one.
Where are you, Han Tae Poong? Tae Poong?
(There he is!)
- Go on! - There he comes!
- He is riding in on a horse. - Giddy-up!
Hello, Tae Poong.
Hello everyone! My name is Han Tae Poong.
- How old are you, Tae Poong? - I am eight years old.
Eight years old! What are you good at?
I am good at a forward roll.
Forward roll? Do you want to be a professional forward roller?
(A professional forward roller?)
- Yes. - I see.
Anyway, who is this horse?
Please introduce yourself.
Hello, my name is Ko Bong Joo,
Mr. Wi Dae Han's aide. I am the smart one around here.
He is correct. So this is...
going to be the end for today.
This is Wi Family. Thank you for watching...
Hello Mr. Wi, this is Dan Bi.
I laughed so hard at your radish event.
Tae Poong and Song Yi are so cute! I really miss them.
(You have beautiful children.)
Goodbye!
Thank you for helping out with the hospital bills.
I can't thank you enough.
We are more thankful.
If it wasn't for Dan Bi,
Inju Market would not have survived.
Dan Bi, you should get well quickly so we can play.
Tae Poong, you made a promise.
You can't change your mind later.
I won't.
Song Yi, can you give me a nonsense quiz?
What's the address for an ant?
That's too hard.
What is it?
Thin-Waist Avenue,
Breakable Street.
Oh my! That is so funny.
I see that Assemblyman Wi didn't come with you.
He did come with us. He is getting ready for something.
Getting ready for what?
Hello.
I don't show this to anyone.
I am showing this to you because you are special.
Mr. Wi, can we take a picture together?
Before taking a picture, hold on.
- 1, 2, 3. Ta-da. - 1, 2, 3. Ta-da.
(Good luck, Dan Bi!)
- Thank you. - Good luck, Dan Bi!
- Good luck! - Good luck.
Why don't you take a picture for us? All right. Let's take a picture.
- All right, ready? - Everyone get ready.
1, 2, 3!
(Wi Dae Han belongs to you, not to any party!)
Everyone, if you have anything that you want from me,
things you need from me, or any regional issues,
just post them all here.
I am going to do my best so that they are realized.
I am going to listen to your voices.
- Good morning! - Is this like a real-life Timeline?
- He is trying too hard. - Just post them here.
It's somewhat refreshing!
Please.
Hello everyone, this is Wi Dae Han.
Let's see how many voices...
(I am going to listen to your voices.)
Do you see this?
Do you hear the people's voices?
I am going to choose a random one and read out loud.
"Please postpone the college entrance exam."
I will do my best to postpone it.
"Please take my youngest and raise him too."
This won't do. Sorry.
"Please find my cat that went missing. Please."
Oh no, did your cat run away?
"My boss is not paying me."
"I can't even report him because I am afraid he'll fire me."
What a mean boss.
I will talk to your boss.
"The alley in front of my house is too dark..."
"and I am scared every time I go home."
"Please install surveillance cameras at the park's entrance."
Walking at night can be scary. Everyone, I will do my best.
Wi Dae Han can do it!
Everyone, after a series of civil complaints to Inju City Hall,
Look!
A surveillance camera has been installed!
I, Wi Dae Han, will be responsible for your safe return home at night.
Wi Dae Han can do it!
Why didn't they do it if it was so easy?
Who knows if it's all a set-up?
I heard that the Superintendent is about to come out.
On behalf of you, I will ask him some questions.
- He's here! - Hurry up!
It's a playground for children.
How is it possible to have a track with carcinogenic urethane?
Any comments?
Where else are you going to spend money? Any comments?
- Any comments? - I said don't do it!
- Please turn it off. - Anything you want to say?
- Get off! - Gosh!
Mr. Superintendent, shouldn't our children be able to...
run freely without worrying about carcinogenic material?
- What do you think? - Get off me!
- Do you like to exercise here? - Stop filming!
- What are you doing here? - Any comments?
Mr. Superintendent, sorry to bother you during lunch.
Imagine that lead, mercury, cadmium, phthalate,
and other harmful chemicals are entering your mouth.
How would you feel, sir?
My gosh!
Is it rolling? Get out of the way, you guys.
Hello, everyone. I finally did it!
Students of all grades in Inju City will now be able to run around...
on an eco-friendly track, just like what you're seeing here!
We will try running, then.
Oh my gosh, did it actually work?
He is so much better than the current assemblyman.
I used to hate him, but I like what he did.
Me too. I'm going to be a fan from now on.
- Standby. - Okay.
3, 2, 1.
Hello, everyone.
We finally have the line up for the general elections.
From the Progressive Party, we have Minister Ha Beom Soo,
who is the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, and Transport.
Minister Ha has a great history,
and it is true that he is a strong opponent,
but no need to worry.
Is that so?
It seems like my aide has a bright idea.
Let's hear what it is.
Assemblyman Wi has me, Ko Bong Joo. The one with the brains.
Sure.
Of course. So?
He's faking that smile. Look at his lips quivering.
If it were me, I would've cursed at him.
Wi Dae Han is going to lose because of him.
Yes, this is enough! Sure!
(Wi Dae Han belongs to you, not to any party!)
(Current Poll Results)
I thought it would be higher since people have been loving our show.
This is just the beginning.
Will I be able to catch up 16 percent in two months?
Sir.
Don't think of the gap between you and the winner,
but focus on the 23 percent of swing voters.
- What? - 23 percent of the voters...
who aren't on anyone's side right now.
If you can win their favor,
you have a good chance at winning.
(Current Poll Results)
Sometimes...
Very occasionally, you really do seem smart.
What do you mean?
The Great Fundraiser was also my idea.
Sure.
- Thank you. - The Great Fundraiser...
has finally reached its target amount of 200,000 dollars.
He promised to do...
a free-hug campaign if we reached the target.
You are now watching Wi Dae Han...
keep his promise.
Have a good day.
Yes, ma'am.
How have you been?
Yes, I...
(Rest In Peace)
Thanks to Assemblyman Wi and his family,
our daughter was able to keep a smile on her face until the end.
To thank him,
I am revealing the letter she wrote...
for Assemblyman Wi.
Dear Mr. Independent,
when I grow up and get to vote,
I wanted to vote for you,
but I guess I won't be able to.
Don't cry after seeing this letter and just smile wide.
People are re-posting it everywhere.
His ratings are going to skyrocket.
So what? We can try harder!
What else can we do?
Come on.
Smile wide!
Do you feel like smiling right now?
Hello.
Thank you.
- Nice to meet you. - Thank you.
I am Number Three.
Hello, we are from Team Kang Joon Ho.
Thank you.
Hello, this is Number Two, Kim Hye Jin.
- Nice to meet you. - Hello, this is Kim Hye Jin.
Hello.
Hello, sir. This is Number Two, Kim Hye Jin.
Please support her.
She's the future of the Nationalist Party.
- Hello. - Nice to meet you.
But...
I saw your son campaigning over there.
Hello.
Who should I vote for?
Hello, sir.
Sir, you need to vote for the party,
not their family.
Just vote for Number Two.
We are Number Two.
- Thank you. - Thank you.
Why did he have to mess everything by running as an independent?
- Hello, sir. - Nice to meet you.
- Hello, sir. - Hello.
- Wi Dae Han! - Wi Dae Han!
- Yes. - Wi Dae Han!
- Number Four! - Wi Dae Han!
- Wi Dae Han! - Yes.
Everyone, this is the son of Inju Market.
What number am I?
- Number Four! - Number Four!
- I can't hear you! - Number Four!
Yes, that's right.
And who do I belong to?
- The people! - The people!
Yes, that is correct!
Thank you, everyone.
I, the son of Inju Market...
and National Dad, belong to the people!
Number Four, Wi Dae Han!
Please trust me!
Please vote for me!
I will not let you down, everyone!
- Wi Dae Han! - Wi Dae Han!
- Wi Dae Han! - Ha Beom Soo!
It's so nice to see you like this.
Same here. How does it feel to leave the party?
It's cold out there, isn't it?
Not at all.
I guess you haven't seen the ratings yet.
I'm catching up to you.
Easy come, easy go.
It wasn't easy at all, sir.
You're the one who has it easy, with all the support from the party.
Assemblyman Wi, that kind of talk is also against the rules.
You need to play fair and square.
I guess the size of your party does make you confident.
If I were you, I would've been so ashamed for being appointed.
See you at the debate.
Yes, sir. You'll need to prepare well.
That show is my home turf.
Good luck, then.
- Wi Dae Han! - Ha Beom Soo!
- Wi Dae Han! - Number Four!
- Hello. - Wi Dae Han!
- Wi Dae Han! - Ha Beom Soo!
(Wi Dae Han belongs to the people.)
Did you see the faces on Mr. Baek...
and Ha Beom Soo?
I took it easy today...
so I can throw a counterpunch at the debate.
(Jungang-gu, Inju City, Current Poll Results)
The new poll results are out.
Really?
(Current Poll Results)
How are they?
You and Ha Beom Soo...
are tied! 28 percent!
Yes! There we go.
Kang Joon Ho's ratings rose a lot too.
What? What percent is it?
20 percent.
20 percent?
Kim Hye Jin is at 16 percent.
She got 16?
Wait. I don't think we can relax yet.
Why not?
If Kang Joon Ho and Kim Hye Jin decide to team up as conservatives,
that adds up to 36 percent.
Joon Ho wouldn't do that though. There's no reason.
Winning is the reason when it comes to elections.
We can't be sure yet. Besides, we still have the debate.
We're on the rise, so it will only get better.
Let's just eat. Great.
(Han Da Jung)
Hello?
Mr. Wi. Song Yi and Tae Poong are missing.
What?
Their teacher said they left, but they aren't home,
and I can't find them anywhere.
What happened? Where are the kids?
Calm down. I called the police on my way here.
What if they were kidnapped?
I'm sure they weren't. Don't worry.
Soo Hyun, stay here with Da Jung.
- Tak, come with me. - Okay.
I'll look too.
Da Jung. I'm sure everything's fine.
You need to think about the baby. Stay home with Soo Hyun.
We'll be right back. Let's go.
Go that way.
Tae Poong. Song Yi.
- Mister! - Mister.
Assemblyman Wi. Long time no see.
How have you been?
I've been well.
What are you...
I recently returned from Vietnam.
Our daddy says he made a lot of money in Vietnam.
He says he'll live with us from now on.
Of course.
You shouldn't take them without telling us first.
We were so scared.
What? Do I need to ask for permission...
to take my kids out to dinner?
Let's go inside.
Sure. Let's go.
Is this it?
- When are you due? - A month from now.
Are you back for good?
Of course. I made enough money.
So... If you're going to live with the kids,
you'll need a place to live.
I'm going to take them back to our place in Chuncheon.
Is it still available?
No one wanted to rent it,
so the owner is using it as a storage room.
It may be run down, but it's where we used to live with their mom.
We should make a new start there.
- I see. - Can't we live here with Mr. Wi?
No, we can't do that.
Why not? This house is much bigger and nicer than the Chuncheon house.
Even if it's big and nice, it isn't our house.
Well...
especially with Da Jung's condition, why don't you let her stay here?
That's a given. She'll be giving birth soon.
I won't let them go to Chuncheon without me.
Look at her.
They're my babies before they're your siblings.
Let them stay here.
You can get a place nearby.
Why would I let my babies live with a stranger?
Why are you raising your voice in someone else's house?
What was that?
I'll take care of Tae Poong and Song Yi,
so don't worry, Da Jung. You stay here.
Why that...
(Current Poll Results)
Your ratings are going up,
but not by a lot.
An eight percent difference is doable.
The election is only two weeks away.
It won't be easy to catch up.
We have the debate.
You may be able to close the gap,
but it'll be hard to overtake them.
Why?
There are two targets.
Even if I take one down,
the other one would be a problem.
Even if you do well, you'll come in second.
You don't get anything for coming in second in an election.
I can't come in second.
We both put our lives on the line for this.
We have to come in first at all costs.
About that man earlier.
Who?
The man with Wi Dae Han. The man the kids were with.
Do you know him?
I'm sure I've seen him before,
but I can't remember where.
Han Dong Nam went to Wi Dae Han's house.
Dae Han should begin to feel suffocated right about now.
I don't want to send just the kids.
Plus, it's too far away.
I understand how you feel,
but think about Dreamy.
I agree.
A sudden change in your living environment...
is bad for the mom and the fetus.
I don't want to send them to Chuncheon either.
I can't trust their dad.
But what choice do we have? He's their real dad.
But...
do you think it's true that he made money in Vietnam?
I don't know since he lies at the drop of a hat.
Wi Dae Han speaking.
It's me, Han Dong Nam.
Let's go out for a drink.
It's been a while. We should catch up.
The kids will be fine.
Tak has come around too.
He's all grown up, so I don't worry about him.
But Tae Poong and Song Yi...
are still young.
Our Dreamy is even younger.
Dreamy has a good mom and dad.
Tae Poong and Song Yi have our father, Mr. Wi.
I trust him 100 percent.
I'm sure he'll think of a good plan.
It's so nice...
having a dad by my side.
There's no need to drink at a place like this.
You paid for the drinks last time we drank here.
I'll pay today,
so drink freely and enjoy.
I can't drink freely.
What happened?
What do you mean?
Did you pay back the loan shark?
Oh, that?
I paid them off completely.
I thought you owed them much more than the 30,000 dollars I gave you.
Life is all about the one big score.
What do you mean?
Actually,
I blew the money you gave me at a casino.
After I blew it all,
I was just barely staying alive without much of an income,
but I hit a jackpot recently.
What?
I paid off my debt of 320,000 dollars...
in one shot,
and that left me with 120,000 dollars.
I'm going to use that to live in Chuncheon with the kids...
and run a chicken place.
Do you mean it?
Why would I lie?
You'll be happy if I take the kids and disappear.
To be honest,
I'm not happy at all.
What do you mean?
I've gotten used to living with the kids,
and the kids...
like me too.
So please,
reconsider going down to Chuncheon.
Since you're being honest,
it's making me want to be honest too.
Okay. Say whatever it is. Honestly.
Fine, why not? I'll tell you everything.
I know...
who Da Jung's real dad is.
Who is...
her real dad?
He died before she was born.
He fell to his death.
He fell to his death?
He was a criminal.
You know I was a violent crimes detective back in the day.
I searched everywhere to catch this guy,
and right before I arrested him,
he jumped out the window while running away.
What crime did he commit?
Rape.
Sun Mi...
got pregnant with Da Jung after being raped.
(The Great Show)
Please take this to the grave for Da Jung's sake.
It'll seem like I'm always with you.
Did you know this horrible text was being circulated?
Is anything in that text not true?
Don't you think Kang Kyung Hoon will make her take his son's side?
As in, I'll have to fight 1 against 3.
With this, we can eliminate him from the election.
What are you trying to say?
I know that Da Jung isn't your daughter.