I'm Kang Cheol Jin.
I'm Oh Dae Ho.
To be honest, I knew you'd come.
(Episode 24)
To be frank,
I came to ask you for some honest advice regarding my script.
I'm open to hearing anything you have to say.
Can I be honest with you?
In short, it was a terrible script.
It wasn't fun nor touching. And it was very unrealistic.
I heard it took you two years to write this script.
But it seems like you wasted your time.
"Brunch at Montmartre".
It has a fancy title, but the content is useless.
What do you know?
Do you think you can say that just because you're the director?
Yes, it took me two years to write that script.
I pulled all-nighters for two years,
and I couldn't even eat or sleep properly.
I spent two whole years working on nothing but that script.
I thought you wanted me to be honest.
Yes, I did.
But you still need to keep your manners.
You talk about it like it's nothing, but I worked really hard on it.
I put in my best effort...
for the past two years to write that script.
Aren't you going to answer your phone?
(Pork Cutlet Lady)
(Turn off device)
I'm sorry. Please continue.
The most important element of a drama script...
is its ability to make the viewers empathize with the story.
But I can't seem to empathize at all with the female lead.
Although, I'm sure she's based on someone who actually exists.
Am I wrong?
What was that?
If you don't want to be at home, go to the lady's restaurant.
I already paid in advance, so you can eat there too.
(Ssyong Ssyong Pork Cutlet)
(Takeout service is available)
My gosh. My neck, shoulders, back, and legs hurt so much.
I'm worried regardless of whether we have many customers or not.
It's not like we can send our customers away either.
Welcome... My gosh.
Hey, Gwang Ju.
- Hello, ma'am. - Hi.
Hello to you too, Ms. Kang.
My gosh, it's been so long. What brings you here?
I came because I missed you both.
My goodness.
Your dad already told me...
that you'll be here to eat.
Sit down.
Gwang Ju, what do you want to eat?
Anything.
You can't just eat anything. You should eat something delicious.
Everything she makes is delicious.
But you should still tell me. What do you want to eat?
Then...
You can cook whatever that's easy for you to make.
What?
I'm sure you're tired from all the hard work.
My gosh, you're unbelievable.
You speak so kindly.
You're nothing like your dad.
How is his dad?
What?
Well, his dad is...
He's amazing.
He's so amazing...
that he practically blows your mind.
What?
What does "blow your mind" mean?
What?
Well...
It means he's amazing. Anyway, it's a good thing.
Then I also think my dad is amazing enough to blow my mind.
My goodness.
Does it hurt to keep listening because you care about it so much?
No, it's okay. You can continue.
Like I said, the female lead is the root of all the problems.
It's very easy to understand the male lead.
The frustration he feels because of how different...
his wife has become after they got married.
And the anger and discouragement he feels as he sees his wife...
neglect their child and focus only on her dream.
The thing is, everything was so detailed...
that it made me assume the story was based on people who actually exist.
Of course, I know you didn't give me an answer to that question.
But just because you created them based on actual people...
doesn't mean people can naturally empathize with them.
I know she cares about her dream,
but who would be able to empathize with someone like her...
and cheer for her throughout the drama?
How about this?
You should change the female lead.
- What? - She should be someone...
who's brighter and nicer.
You finished everything. You must've been hungry.
It wasn't because I was hungry. I finished it because it was yummy.
My gosh.
My goodness, you're so adorable.
Ms. Kang, your husband must be really happy.
Who? Her husband?
Yes, he's always able to eat all this delicious food.
He must be so happy.
He doesn't even think that far. He hasn't even grown up yet.
My gosh, Mom. Why would you say that in front of him?
I must say, I'm so good-looking.
Let's see.
My gosh.
They say it's good for your health.
It's a very strong antioxidant.
You can either have it raw...
or use it for medicine.
Well...
It must be really healthy.
So you just eat the fruit?
Oh, right. I forgot you like apples.
I should buy these kinds of stuff for you a lot more often.
Hey, Dad...
If you're going to ask me for money, don't even bother.
Okay.
Hey, Jin Bong. Jin Bong.
I don't have any money.
My gosh.
Your wife is the only person who has money in our family.
Well, she's not here.
If I go to the restaurant, my mother-in-law will be there.
She'll say, "Listen to me. You'd better do as I say."
And she'll tell me to peel garlic again.
How much do you need?
Do you really need it?
Yes, of course. I need about 20 dollars.
Then...
My gosh.
Okay.
Just go and peel garlic.
My gosh. Dad.
If you do what she says,
I'm sure she'll give you 20 dollars in return.
Who's that little kid?
Where is everyone?
Hey, kid. Where's the owner of the restaurant?
She left a while ago to make a delivery.
Then how about the really old lady?
Mister, turn around.
What?
Did you do something wrong? Why are you so startled?
No, it's just that you appeared out of nowhere.
I brought some garlic because we were out of them.
Garlic...
I see.
Then I'll be off now.
Where do you think you're going?
I'd love to help you out,
but I need to go and study.
Are you sure it's not because you're off to see some girl?
What?
No.
Then why are you all dressed up?
I didn't dress up.
It just seems that way because I look good in anything.
Stop talking nonsense.
Listen to me.
I won't keep you here for long since you need to study.
But do you know how hard my daughter works?
Yes, of course.
People say you should go through many hardships when you're young.
But that's all a lie.
If you go through too many hardships at a young age,
you die.
Okay.
And listen to me carefully.
If I ever catch you doing something inappropriate...
I'll probably die.
That's right.
Hey.
My gosh.
What took you so long to come back from your delivery?
What? Is there something wrong?
Give me some money.
Money? I already gave you money a few days ago.
My gosh, I already spent that money to pay for the study room.
But I'm sure I gave you more than enough.
My gosh.
Will you just give me some money? I have to get to an appointment.
What appointment?
Are you on your way to meet the attorney?
What?
So that's where you're going.
You're wearing this shirt which means you're meeting her.
What happened? Did she finally call you?
Did she ask you to meet?
What? Well...
Just a second.
I'm sorry. This is all I have.
Wait here. I'll borrow some from my mom.
No, it's okay.
I'll just take that.
Will it be enough?
I'll just try to cope with it.
That's a good idea. You should be aware of the Kim Young Ran Act.
You study law, so you should abide by it.
You're not allowed to spend over 30 dollars on her anyway.
Use that to buy her something delicious,
and please tell her that I'm sorry about what happened last time.
Okay.
Tell her that you'll do your best and that she can trust you.
Hae Jin.
I'll be late at this rate.
Okay.
My husband is so good-looking.
Don't mention the obvious.
See you.
Good luck, Jin Sang.
Be nice to the attorney.
Do everything you can to make her like you.
Okay.
What's her problem? She's making me feel guilty.
I already do my best with her. She doesn't need to tell me that.
My gosh.
- You're back. - Yes, I'm back.
Did you meet Jin Sang?
I met him right outside the restaurant.
Are you sure he's studying these days?
What?
Are you sure he's not spending time with another woman?
My gosh, Mom. He can hear you.
I'm drawing, so I can't hear anything.
My goodness.
Who are you drawing?
It's you.
My gosh, am I this pretty?
My gosh.
Your hands became a mess while drawing a picture of me.
You have crayon stains here, here, and here.
- What's wrong? - It's nothing.
What is it?
I want my mom to be like you.
I'm sure she's way better than me.
I came back because of you.
How long are you going to ignore me like this?
Let's meet.
I said, let's meet.
Let's just meet already!
My goodness, what happened?
I must have let my mind wander off.
My gosh.
What's the matter with you?
Stay still. I'll bring you some ointment.
Mother.
Yes?
Do you know who Bae Yu Ran is?
What?
Yes, of course.
She's an actress. I saw her on TV.
Oh, right. She doesn't appear that often on TV these days.
Wait here. Let me get the ointment.
My goodness, you came home early.
Honey, you're home. Did you eat dinner?
No, not yet.
Wait a little while. I'll fix you something to eat.
My goodness.
I guess it's really inconvenient to have no money.
You always have to eat stuff like this.
(Wanna Taste?)
But what matters is that it's delicious.
There's nothing special about tteokbokki.
Honey, how did you end up with someone like her?
I just can't seem to understand...
why you married someone like her.
I know, right?
I guess I was out of my mind back then.
Even if that was the case, how could you live...
with a woman like her?
That's why I'm regretting it these days.
Hey, please leave if you're done.
We're not done yet.
Honey.
Did she threaten to kill you if you refused to marry her?
No.
Then did she say she'll kill herself if you refused to marry her?
No, I was the one who threatened...
Jin Sang!
What did you do?
Oh, well...
I think she did threaten me or something like that.
I can't really remember though.
I'm so upset.
Why did you marry someone like her?
Just leave if you're done.
My goodness.
What? Is there a problem?
Why did you just take our plate? We weren't even finished.
You should learn to respect what belongs to other people.
You can't just take people's stuff like that.
My goodness, look who's talking.
Honey.
Let's go. She's weird.
You're weirder.
Get lost.
You'd better get to your senses.
- What? - Because you're pretty.
Wait a minute.
Honey, were you like this with that lady as well?
What? Why would you ask me that in this situation?
I don't know. It just popped into my head.
Ju Ri, will you please forget about her?
It just makes me feel really upset.
Ju Ri, please don't be angry.
Wait a minute.
What is it this time?
Honey, were you like this to that lady as well?
What?
Is this what you did every time she got angry?
Are you kidding me?
Ju Ri, can you please stop?
I never asked you how many guys you've been with, have I?
I don't mind telling you.
- 12 guys. - What?
My gosh, you're unbelievable.
My wife was the only woman I had ever been with.
She was the only woman you had ever been with? That upsets me even more!
Gwang Ju, you should go home now.
I should leave before your dad arrives.
But what if my dad isn't home?
The lights are on.
And tell your dad...
to answer his phone from now on.
Okay.
You should go inside. I'll be off now.
How about this?
You should change the female lead.
She should be someone who's brighter and nicer.
An average middle-aged woman living in Korea.
A woman who cares too much about others...
and can't turn a blind eye to inappropriate behaviors.
A woman who has trouble...
ignoring other people's misfortunes even though she's angry.
I know it took you two years to write the script.
But there's nothing too memorable about the drama...
other than the fact that it revolves around cooking.
I guess...
the past two years really ended up being a waste.
Don't drink when Gwang Ju's home.
Don't worry. I drank when he wasn't home.
Where's Gwang Ju?
I don't know. How would I know where he is?
Didn't Gwang Ju come home?
I told you I don't know! Why are you asking me?
My gosh.
Gwang Ju.
Gwang Ju!
Gwang Ju. Gwang Ju.
Gwang Ju! Gwang Ju!
Gwang Ju!
(Ssyong Ssyong Pork Cutlet)
Gwang Ju! Gwang Ju!
Hey, lady! Is anyone inside?
(Pork Cutlet Lady)
(Turn off device)
(Messages)
(You have received a voice message.)
Here is your message.
Hey, why is your phone turned off?
Hey, listen to me. You really should know better.
You're a father.
Have you completely lost your mind?
Hey, your son will be sleeping at my place.
Mom.
Gwang Ju.
I'll do everything I can...
to get back on my feet.
I'm sorry.
Dad! Dad!
Did you sleep well, Gwang Ju?
I'm sorry about yesterday. I'm really sorry.
It's okay. She was really nice to me.
Thank you for yesterday.
I promise I'll repay you for your kindness.
Hey.
I really wasn't going to say this.
Then don't.
No, I feel like I should tell you this.
I already thanked you. Let's just stop there.
What does thanking me have anything to do with this?
- I'll repay you for what you did. - And that's irrelevant as well.
Will you please stop?
I don't want another fight.
My goodness, look at you.
Why would we fight if you're truly grateful?
Because your nagging always makes me forget about...
how grateful I am.
Then you shouldn't have done this in the first place.
My gosh, I told you that's enough!
See? We're fighting again because of you!
Dad.
Okay, fine.
I'll stop and leave for Gwang Ju's sake.
But you really should grow up and be a better father...
for the sake of your own son, okay?
Gwang Ju, I'll be off now. You can come back to eat again.
Okay, bye.
She told me she'll stop nagging, but she ended up saying everything.
Dad, don't be like that to her.
She's a very kind person.
Yes, I know. But...
But what?
But every time I do something wrong, she always nags at me...
and tries to lecture me.
But she was always there to help us out.
She helped you when you were sick, and she took care of me yesterday.
Yes, I know.
Other people wouldn't have even cared...
Dad, what's the matter?
How about this?
You should change the female lead.
She should be someone who's brighter and nicer.
An average middle-aged woman living in Korea.
A woman who cares too much about others.
You're going on a blind date, aren't you?
I'm glad you decided to do that.
It's hard for a guy to raise a kid on his own.
You should have a wife at home.
Someone who can't turn a blind eye to inappropriate behaviors.
Will you just listen to me?
Why did you drink so much in broad daylight?
It's not good for your son to see you drunk like this...
in broad daylight.
A woman who has trouble...
ignoring other people's misfortunes even though she's angry.
Hey!
Why would you think of dying? You should stay alive.
Why would you think of killing yourself?
Welcome.
What are you doing here again?
- Hey, lady. - What?
Let me work here.
What?
I said, let me work here.
(Wanna Taste?)
If you're married to someone for seven years,
do you really become numb about the other person?
I think you should ask your brother.
Today, I won't let you go.
- Call that lady. - My wife? Why?
I want to meet her again and take a closer look.
Why do you want to see my house?
I want to take a look at your room.
Jin Sang, I'm home!