03x09 - Episode 9

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EPISODE 9

My goodness!

When you're in need of help,
call out for a dad.

-There's no dad here though.
-I'm going to be one.

Who knows?
I might become one in ten months.

Ask for permission first.

Don't just tip-toe out of bed
without me knowing.

-That's up to me.
-Just say you'll comply.

Why must I?

Because that's what loyal followers do.

A loyal follower?

Yes because you'll only love me forever.

Would you risk your life for me?

It's yours to take.

Have some coffee. I made some espresso.

This is my first ring ever.

As if.

Really?

Honey.

We're married now.
All that's left is the ceremony.

Then you've probably been married
multiple times.

My heart has never been in sync like this.

They say the hearts
of a husband and wife become one.

What am I to you?

Was I just a one-night stand?

I can tell.

I can feel it.

Our wedding will be ten days after Ban's.

They'll have to be back
from their honeymoon to attend ours.

-That's not possible.
-Why not?

I need to tell Ji-a first.

Besides, it takes more than
booking a venue to get married.

I'll put two of my assistants on it.

And dragging this out
won't make it any easier for Ji-a.

You have to grab the bull by its horns.

You can do anything you put your mind to.

Leave it to me.

I'm not sure.

You're not sure?

Let me handle it.

Honey.

I just called you "honey."

I'd appreciate it
if you matched the pace of my emotions.

Got it, Honey.

Grandma!

Grandma!

Why did you cut off your hair?

Oh, it kept getting in the way.

I feel as light as a feather.

It looks weird, Grandma.

Because you're new to it.

It'll grow on you.

Should I tell them that I saw Song Won?

But what if they think I'm crazy?

What's with your hair?

Don't I seem liberated?

You should have asked me first.

Did you help her?

-No.
-I did it myself.

For what reason?

How do I look?

I guess short hair suits you too.

As if. That's easy for you to say.

The upkeep got annoying with old age.

I prefer it because it's easy to manage.

You look like a boy.

Long hair has always suited you best.

I'm 60 now.

Who cares if I look like a tomboy?

My puppy should have a glass of milk.

I'm not hungry.

I think the salon here opens early.

I'll get a proper haircut in Seoul.

-No, Grandma.
-Why? Do I embarrass you?

Let me take you. I'll get my jacket.

Oh, please. I'm not a kid, you know.

I should have some breakfast first.

Can I stop by your place today?

Sure. When?

Your father left about an hour ago.

-With my mother?
-She went to the spa.

Why don't we let the ladies go first
and stick around a little longer?

We should leave as we came. Together.

Sure.

Did you ever not want to study as a kid?

Of course.

How did you cope?

Well, I tried not to think about it.

Thinking about studying
makes you want to quit

-and play outside.
-And play games!

Sure.

When you don't feel like it,
stop or think about something else.

Can that be done?

Give it a try.
You'll find that it's doable.

-Why are you here?
-The chairman's here.

Here's what we'll do.

Marry the woman you want.

Our family will all attend the wedding.

But in return, let go of your grudge.

Dong-ma's mother did nothing wrong.
It was all me.

As you know,

she wanted a good relationship with you.

On your birthday,

she'd always cook seaweed soup
for the family.

She never sent you any
because she knew you'd refuse.

Do it for Dong-ma's sake.

Two kids, right?

-Yes.
-They must be at a sensitive age.

Aren't they trouble?

-They're sweet.
-I would like to meet her.

-I can't let you marry a stranger.
-To say what?

Nothing that will ruin things.

You know I always keep my word.

So you two argued?

That's right.
I apologized for the misunderstanding

and she insisted that I buy her
four cakes as an apology.

Four whole cakes.

How do you know her?

Is she a friend?

-She's Yu-sin's girlfriend.
-My gosh.

Seriously?

DIRECTOR SHIN YU-SIN

-Yes?
-What's Ji-a up to?

-She's not picking up.
-She's learning to snowboard.

How dangerous. Why not stick to skiing?

A Mi's teaching her some basic moves.

She's letting A Mi teach her?

Yes, Ji-a asked.

-Are they getting along?
-Yes.

You must be alone.

-Right.
-Are you home?

-Yes.
-Should I join you?

Why?

You shouldn't be alone.

-I'm heading out soon.
-Do you have plans?

Yes. I'll hang up, then.

Tell Ji-a I'll call her later.

Got it.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEO

Let the front of your feet hover.

That's it!

I'll let go, all right?

Let me help you up. I bet that hurt.

There you go.

Okay, let's try that again.

Take that.

Diamonds.

Reverse.

Is that how it'll be?

Reverse once again.

What?

Are you kidding me?
I don't have a card to play.

Unbelievable.

Yes, Mother.

In about 30 to 40 minutes.

Sure thing.

Excuse me.

Are you all right?

Of course.

Let the others know
without shattering their mood.

Sure. I'd drive you home
if I hadn't been drinking.

Su-yeon would loathe me.

She'd never.

The hired driver is here.

I'm glad.

Dad took a huge step back.

Underneath all that, he's a loving father.

I'll swing by tomorrow.
In the evening, of course.

Sure.

My dad approved of Ban's wedding.

Si-eun will be ecstatic.

I'll wait a week before telling him.

He might react differently to your case.

The outcome will be the same.

What if he asks you to move in?

-He wouldn't.
-Why not?

He'd only want to live
with a daughter-in-law he approves of.

Relationships rarely begin on a high note.

What matters is the outcome.

I believe in my wife
and I know my dad well.

What about your mother?

She's more like my soulmate,
so you don't need to worry.

-It's Ji-a who's unpredictable.
-I know.

She needs to focus on her studies,

but both her parents are causing trouble.

It depends on how you look at it.

I tell myself that too,
but it's easier said than done.

She hasn't been through much in life,

so how can this be easy to accept?
It'll confuse her.

Leave that to me.

I'm sorry, but you should know
I had a few drinks.

I was at a party, you see.

-I see. Well, please have a seat.
-And the baby?

He's in that room.

Oh, I'll wash my hands first.

The bathroom's that way.

It doesn't roll off my tongue.

Has Sa-hyeon called?

He wouldn't be home early
on a day like this.

It'd be nice of him
to be home early today.

Why?

What are you hoping for
in that head of yours?

Nothing. It's just that…

She's 40.

Forty?

Is she that old?

You were there when I found out.

I keep forgetting things

ever since Song Yuan left us.

Hand.

It's beautiful as your heart.

I can be mean too.

I know, and I even like that side of you.

Won.

Your baby…

is an angel.

Jeong-bin, I know your mom isn't here
but I'm here for you.

I'll shower you with love.

Here you go.

Thank you.

If you haven't eaten,
please have some dinner.

Drinks are hardly a meal.

I haven't had much of an appetite lately.

-Why not?
-I won't blame you for spreading a rumor,

but the man I was supposed to marry…

-ended things.
-Goodness.

Neither of us like spreading rumors

so don't worry.

Please address me casually.

Won told me that you only have sons.

Right, and that is a shame.

Jeong-bin's mom was like a daughter to us.

My parents
were as gracious and generous as you two.

Swing by anytime.

When you need comfort
or when you want to see Jeong-bin.

-A Mi came by yesterday, right?
-The day before that.

She set up the tree with us.

Ma'am, are all men really not trustworthy?

It depends on the man.

-Just think that it wasn't meant to be.
-You probably haven't been dumped before.

Of course not.

It hurts like hell.

You lose the will to live.

Don't say things like that
or even think about it.

There are a lot of decent men out there.

I'm feeling more tipsy.

-You do?
-Please speak casually to me.

Sure thing.

I mean, got it.

My son drinks iced coffee to sober up.

I'm afraid I don't drink coffee.

Because coffee…

reminds me of him.

Tell us about him
and let this be the day you move on.

He's a catch.

I'd expect no less.

How else could he have dated
a famous musical actress?

I hear that men…

keep their first loves
buried inside their hearts.

My words will be the death of me.

Why did I tell her
to lay it all out for us?

Not all men are the same,
and it depends on the situation.

How was it for you?

Who knew that someone so pretty
could be persistent?

In my case…

my wife is my first…

and last love.

-Is that true?
-What can I do but believe him?

Maybe I should

have a baby on my own
without getting married.

How so if you're not married?

-Don't be silly.
-It's a different world now

and I can use a sperm donor.

It's wrong.

Why are you willing to bring
a fatherless baby into this world?

-Is that what you think?
-Yes, it's not natural.

Natural?

The natural order of the world
is defied at every turn,

so why must we stick to it?

If that were the case,
Won would still be around.

Nothing in life is with reason.

We may not be able to see her,

but she continues to live
within our hearts.

I feel her too.

There's a warmth in this house
that makes me feel like she's here.

-I might fall asleep if I lie down.
-Then stay the night.

I'll set you up in the study.

By the way, have you had any cake today?

It wouldn't be Christmas without one.

-But I didn't get around to eating any.
-We have some.

-Right?
-We do.

Goodness. The little one's awake.

-Allow me.
-It's okay.

What would you wish for
if Santa was here right now?

To wake up next to you tomorrow.

-And you?
-Nothing.

Because it already came true?

-Arrogant jerk.
-You are my Santa.

If only I felt the same way.

-Why don't you?
-Well…

No one knows what the future holds.

I'll return this ring

if Ji-a doesn't accept us.

-And I doubt your parents will approve.
-They gave Ban their blessing.

What's your mother like?

She's nicer than people assume.
And I'm not just saying that.

My mom has never gone
against my dad's wishes.

Must I be that way too?

As her son, I didn't find it ideal.

You keep addressing me casually.

Can't you allow it when it's just us two?

Why am I the only one drunk?

I'm trying to keep it together.

You can let loose when you're with me.

And what if I do?
Would you be able to handle me?

Would you?

Should I scrub your back?

I'm good.

But it'll be refreshing.

Do you still see Mother as a woman?

What are you getting at?

You overreacted
after seeing her haircut this morning

saying she looks better with long hair.

Can you condone that mom bob?

It's not about whether she looks good.
At her age…

Don't nitpick.

It looks good on her.

Haircuts should reflect your age too.

Why not focus on looking better yourself?

More than I already do?

Are you not satisfied with me?

Thank you.

You didn't answer me.
Could you live with my parents?

I wasn't avoiding the question.

I'd move in with them
if that's what they want.

Gladly or reluctantly?

I haven't even met them.

If we can't see eye to eye on things,

I'd be moving in reluctantly.

You're pretty but also honest.

Wasn't this a nice getaway?

It's true that love brings out a glow.

-You're proof of that.
-Gosh.

Watching you made me realize
that people should marry well.

Of course.

If my marriage is troubled,
it'd show on my face,

and that will upset you.

That's right.

Mom, can't you still get pregnant?

If you can manage it,
I think it'd be nice if you did.

Judging by how Mr. Seo is,

he'll be a great father to his own child.

Just look at how he is with us.

He's sweet.

U-ram has always wanted a younger sibling.

Here you go. I know it's late,
but Merry Christmas.

What is it?

My goodness.

I was actually in need
of a little pick-me-up.

We weren't able
to get you anything though.

As if there's anything I need.

You looking after Jeong-bin
is the biggest gift I can ask for.

Thank you for this.

We need to stay strong and healthy.

Yesterday, the musical singer…

-Actress.
-Yes, whatever.

Nam Ga-bin came by
with clothes for Jeong-bin.

As a Christmas gift.

Text her and thank her.

-Sure.
-Jeong-bin may have lost his mother,

but many still care about him.

They all dote on him.

Did you have fun?

Yes.

How do you think
I found out it was Ms. Lee?

-I'm curious.
-Through Sa Pi-young.

Did she call you? Or did you call her?

-I doubt it was you.
-It was me.

She's the reason I ended it with Ga-bin.

What are you saying?

INCOMING CALL
PARK HAE-RYUN

Go ahead. I need to take this.

-We'll order for you.
-Got it.

-Hello?
-Yes, hello.

-Hi.
-Have you had dinner?

I was just about to.

I'll call back then.

It's fine. We're at a restaurant
and my mother's ordering.

I see.

Anyway, Ms. Lee is marrying
the radio engineer she used to work with.

-A radio engineer?
-Yes.

-How many kids does he have?
-He's a bachelor.

It's his first marriage?

Yes, and he's her age.

He comes from a good family.
Have you heard of SF Electronics?

-Yes.
-He's the chairman's oldest son.

-Is this all true?
-Yes.

Hello?

-I'm here.
-It must have been office romance.

Is he good-looking?

I doubt it. It's why he never married--

He's handsome in a masculine way

and seems younger than his age
as all bachelors do.

-Height?
-At least 180cm.

-You saw him?
-A few times through Pi-young.

There's nothing to worry about.

He seems decent.

IT MUST STING

I see. Thank you.

Have a good evening, then.

Sure.

As if that makes sense.

Does Ms. Sa like you back?

It's actually a good thing.
The two ladies are close.

What will Father say?

He accepted Ga-bin, didn't he?

Not easily. Besides, she wasn't married.

Neither is Pi-young.

-She's divorced.
-But Father--

He has been through worse.

He has high expectations for you.

-Unlike me.
-Children are equally precious.

Higher the expectation,
bigger the disappointment.

Do you like her that much?

Asks the man who fell for Ms. Lee
when she's past her prime.

We're the same age
whereas you're younger than her.

Five years to be exact.

It's five, right?

We're both in the same situation.

What differs is the number of kids.

For some reason,
I've already taken a liking to Ji-a.

-I'll handle this.
-I'm sure you will.

-But--
-Is it me you're worried about?

-Or is it Dad?
-I'm worried about Ms. Sa.

Don't be.

Are you sure this time?
Is this what you truly want?

I finally realize what it's like
to be with someone you're destined for.

Ms. Han mentioned in passing
that it's her birthday.

Really?

Why treat us to a meal
saying it's her birthday?

-We can't go empty-handed.
-I know.

She likes designer items,
so I should get her a wallet.

I'll just rewrap one of my old gifts.

Everything she does
rubs you the wrong way.

Without a gift receipt,
she'll know it's not new.

Gosh, you're right.

Whatever. I'll see you tomorrow.

-Sure.
-Anyway, Ms. Sa's phone is off.

-I'll try her.
-I left a text.

Sure.

What brings you by?

-Am I not allowed here?
-Hey, Dad.

Hey.

Take a seat.

-We'll take it outside and talk.
-Sit.

I heard you're marrying the engineer.

Are you going to call him Dad?

I haven't thought about it yet.

When it's your mom who's getting married?

Are you happy that he's wealthy?

Professor Park,
I'm the one getting married.

Who are you to barge in here
and lash out on the kids?

Did you get their permission
before the affair and divorce?

-This is different.
-How so?

-We'll talk in private.
-This is about their stepdad.

You can't always say that
birth fathers are better than stepdads.

Some birth fathers are worse.

It's not like you truly know the guy.

That's for me and the kids to figure out.

We are no longer a family.

-Go to your rooms.
-I'm not done.

Did you come here to ask
whether they will call him Dad?

You could have called or texted.

-This isn't the time for sarcasm.
-Then cut to the chase.

I can't condone this.

You have no right.
I don't need my ex's permission to marry.

-Sever ties with the kids.
-How can you say that so easily?

Check all the documents.
Legally, I'm their father.

And that father

-abandoned them.
-I never told them to call her Mom.

Yes, you are our birth father.

You raised us well all these years.

But then you left.

On your own accord, because you wanted to.

To be with another woman
and not your children.

Should I dig up the past again?

It's not like this is
our most cheerful memory.

I never forced anyone into your lives.

You were in good hands with your mom.

What's scaring you?

He's not a nobody.

Because his family's wealthy?
Don't judge a book by its cover.

-You don't need to worry.
-As if you know the guy.

You two calling that stranger your father?

I won't watch that happen.

Then don't. No one told you to.

You're insane.

Don't mind me and look after yourself.

By the looks of it,
it's been going on for a while.

-Hasn't it?
-What do you mean?

What don't you get?

Our divorce is still fresh.

Time is irrelevant.

Even our 30 years
were over in a heartbeat.

The kids are to be left out.

They're not the ones getting married.

Would you have let me
if you were in my shoes?

You're right.

My kids take priority over men.

-Ban gets along well with the kids.
-They all do at the beginning.

Don't judge people by your standards.

Exactly. The world
isn't as gullible as you are.

This must be confusing
for our young U-ram.

Now you're worried?

After putting them through hell yourself?

-Take a walk in my shoes.
-You first.

I wouldn't do this if I were you.

You moved out a year ago
and we've adjusted to this life.

Who Mom lives with and how
is our issue to address.

Don't you think you'll make mistakes?

I know that I was wrong,

-and I've repented.
-You're too late.

Better me than some stranger.

We met as strangers too.

Love and affection

can bring anyone together as a family.

Do you love that guy? Is he family to you?

I'm fond of him.

Well, that can easily go away.

Like us, you mean?

I understand your concern,

but he's not the kind of man
you make him out to be.

It is said that one's true colors
aren't easy to see.

Marry all the times you want,

-but leave my kids out of it.
-Stop being unreasonable.

-Ask anyone if I'm being unreasonable.
-You are.

You don't want us,
but you can't let others have us?

You leave me no choice but to say that.

I'm not getting in her way.

We're not babies.

We're old enough
to make our own decisions.

Stop making it hard on Mom.

Mom has been a joy to watch these days.

It puts us at ease.

-If you can't give your blessing…
-My blessing?

-…stay out of the way.
-I'm only voicing my concern for you.

It turns out that
they knew each other as kids.

So just wait and see
because she'll have a good life.

You should leave.

You've brainwashed them well.

You'll probably say I'm wrong,

but they're still my kids.

So you never got to call him Dad?

No.

Do you still go horseback riding?

No, I haven't been able to
since I got the news.

This design will look good on you.

Well, not something so revealing.

Sure. It's not the trend anyway.

When will it be ready once ordered?

This is your final fitting.

-How is it?
-Thank you.

It's all thanks to the design.

I have your figure to thank.

Having a busy life
naturally kept you in shape.

Lucky you. I guess a woman's fate
doesn't depend on her husband.

You've always lived
in the spotlight though.

But nothing good came out of it.

I'm left with nothing substantial.

I wouldn't mind staying at home.

As if anyone would believe that.

I'm having a mid-life crisis, you know.

My friends want us
to treat them to a meal.

And we should. Call them all at once.

You wouldn't be able
to handle their gossip.

What about your dress?
Is it the way you want it?

Well… Should I say I'm baffled?

I can't believe it myself.

But Ms. Sa might soon be my sister-in-law.

Sister-in-law?

Is she dating a friend of yours?

-My brother.
-A brother-like friend?

No, it's Dong-ma.
He wants to marry Ms. Sa.

Don't joke around.

I wish I was joking.

How? How did they meet?

At a dermatology clinic.

-I'll be right back.
-Sure.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEO

-Is your meeting over?
-Yes.

-Are you on the road?
-No.

Let's video chat. I miss you.

-What?
-You always request that when I'm naked.

You went dress shopping.
Where exactly are you?

-Don't ask.
-At the shop?

I was feeling under the weather,
so I came to a spa.

-What if you catch a cold?
-I'll be careful not to.

-You have plans later, right?
-Yes.

Make an excuse to cut it short.

I can't, it's a senior colleague's
birthday party. One I dislike too.

Quit that job already.
Unwanted encounters will only age you.

-Got it.
-You can work until this month.

It's good you're already off the show.

Where are you headed?

Don't change the subject.

Would Mr. Seo have told Si-eun by now?

Until when will you call him that?

I guess they should know.

It might be unhealthy for the baby.

Why are you here so early?
I'm ten minutes early myself.

-My schedule ended early.
-Don't you earn enough already?

I spend as much.

You're glowing today.

Did you receive a facial?

A massage.
I was feeling under the weather.

Didn't you bring a gift?

How could I not?
It's a moisturizing cream.

Ms. Lee's here.

How women and homes
are maintained truly matters.

Thank you.

Is it true? I can't believe it.

-What's going on?
-You'll be my sister-in-law?

-We'll talk later.
-Does Ji-a know?

-Not yet.
-Ban couldn't believe it at first.

He thought it was a joke and so did I.

You're going to be sisters-in-law?

How?

It's not like Mr. Seo has another brother.

His younger brother. Director Seo Dong-ma.

He's marrying

none other than our Pi-young.

How…

You two are such minxes.

I can't believe you played dumb
the last time.

Back when I mentioned him.

I barked up the wrong tree again.

Unbelievable.

That was before things got serious
and he was in Germany for business.

He got back only a few days ago.

He proposed in that short period of time?

You must have been in contact
while he was in Germany.

Fate works in mysterious ways.
I won't believe it until I see it.

Am I being pranked?

You two are starting to scare me.

They say every grave has a story.

If it's meant to be,
fate finds a way to bring you together.

Is he serious?

I don't get it either.

Isn't he five years younger?

-He is.
-I hear he ended it with his girlfriend.

He felt a strong pull toward you.

Did it begin when he first saw you
at the golf club?

It's a long story.

What about his parents?
What will they say?

Their father approved of me.

-Did you meet him?
-Not yet.

Darn rush hour. I'm not late though, am I?

Was there a quarrel?

Did your dad say anything?

That he's sorry.

-So?
-So what?

Can we keep the tree for a while?

I feel bad for AM.

-AM?
-As in A Mi.

Do you know about her birth father?

Ji-a.

The man who gave you that teddy bear

likes me.

-He wants to meet you.
-You said it was from a junior colleague.

There is an age gap between us.

Is he younger than you?

How do you feel about him?

I actually don't mind.

To be honest, I've grown to like him too.

I've come to think of him
as a new partner.

So? Are you going to marry him?

I won't if you say no.

Then, don't.

-I have nothing to say.
-Why not at least meet him?

He's Mr. Seo's younger brother.

He's a smart man with a great personality.

Mr. Seo's brother
hasn't been married before either?

Boo Hye-ryung, what gives?

What's wrong with you?

People praise your beauty,

but those brothers
only see you as a TV personality.

Why don't they see me as a woman?

Damn it!

Damn it.

My gosh.

Hi.

We should talk.

Dong-ma told me everything.

-Is it true?
-Yes.

I bet it's hard to understand.

It came as a shock.

He's my brother and all,
but when it comes to women,

he can be quite picky.

Not that I'm saying you don't qualify.

I'm just worried and confused.

You and me both.

Do you have faith in Dong-ma?

He acts in a way
that makes you trust and believe him.

I'm worried he'll change.

Who knows what the future holds?
We can't control who we like.

I hate to say this,

but the breakup might hurt Ji-a immensely.

Are you and him on the same page?

For now, at least.

I personally would like
to slow things down.

I quite like the idea, and so does Si-eun.

Hearing that he's your younger brother

changed Ji-a's mind a bit.

Would this make her cousins with my U-ram?

U-ram.

Can we talk?

Aren't you eating?

-How's Mr. Seo?
-You know he's nice.

Why do you ask?

Don't you know?

-Know what?
-Have you met his younger brother?

No, not yet.

We might--

Do you think we might argue?

I can't say it.

You can. It's okay.

My mom's dating Mr. Seo's younger brother.

For real?

"Would this make her cousins
with my U-ram?"

He subconsciously addressed him
"my U-ram."

It melted my heart.

I could tell that he was serious
about this relationship.

Really?

Yes, really.

It's true that life is unpredictable.

Who knew we'd be divorced?

And remarrying didn't even seem
like an option.

Exactly. But now here we are
weeks away from marrying

into the same family.

I admire you for your courage.

I don't know
whether I'm courageous or reckless.

People will think that I've fallen
head over heels for some younger guy.

You're young yourself.

Si-eun, please. Let's not fudge the truth.

Dong-ma's never been married before
and he's five years my junior.

On top of that, he's
the future chairman of SF Electronics.

Min General Hospital is theirs as well.

Goodness.

It's like Hyang-gi says.

Think of it as a reward from the heavens
for living an earnest life

and just accept it.

There's Ji-a to think about.

It's why I can't bulldoze through this.

She's still too young.

What gives him the right
after all this time?

He hounded them wanting to know
if they'd call him Dad.

Of course they should call him that.

Who knew old age
shed your conscience away?

Age has nothing to do with it.

Hyang-gi is a daughter
you sure can't do without.

Since when did he care so much about them?

You never know how Dr. Shin
will react to your situation.

What right does he have?

After getting caught with his girlfriend
by his daughter?

As did Hae-ryun.

Why are men oblivious of their own flaws?

I saw Nam Ga-bin the other day.

Dining at Seoul Hotel with her boyfriend.

How did he seem?

He's a total catch.

His mother must be fond of her
judging by how her phone call went.

She didn't see me though.

Good for her.

Only Hae-ryun
has lost everything, I guess.

If only he knew she dated a married man.

People these days don't care about that.

Wouldn't you?

Who am I to judge
the people my children like?

Is that pork cutlet?

Beef cutlet.

I'll meet Mr. Seo's brother.

No way. Really?

Yes.

-This is unreal.
-What did Ji-a say?

That's all she said.

You should have asked
how she feels about it.

-Whether she likes it or not.
-I didn't ask.

She didn't exactly seem excited.

That would make him our uncle
from both our mom's side and our dad's.

Family gatherings will be fun.

-What do you think?
-I don't mind it.

Mom, tell me more.

-How did they meet?
-Your stew will go cold.

I don't know much anyway.
There wasn't time to dive into details.

FATHER

Yes?

Hello?

It breaks my heart

as your father.

I don't care how many children she has.

If she were 40 at most,
she could give you your own child.

Just to raise and marry off
someone else's children,

you're getting married at 50
to an old divorcée.

The more I think about it,
the more it disappoints me.

Are you sure this is what you want?

Aren't there any doubts?

No.

You should turn in.

You're a perfectly healthy
good-looking man,

so why is your luck like this?

I don't think of it that way.

Thanks to you,
I never experience any hardship.

I'm sorry.

I always hoped that you would
give me my first grandchild.

Take some supplements.

-Supplements?
-That will keep you healthy.

At this age,

seeing your kids do well
is all that you need.

How old does he seem?

In casual attire,
some might think he's in his 20s.

Oh, no.

What if people think
you're his older sister?

I'll just have to try harder.

You're here.

Let me.

Do we have to go outside the city?
It's a waste of time.

It's only three hours away.

Six in total.

-It's nice to get some fresh air.
-I'm a child, you know.

I don't get in the mood for air.

Will Mr. Seo be there?

No.

I know this is awkward,

but it beats greeting a stranger
at the wedding.

Sure.

I'm not comfortable around him
having been separated at a young age.

-Even if he is my father.
-Right.

When he addresses you,
give him clear and concise answers.

-Sure thing.
-In life,

we're forced to go through
uncomfortable situations.

Take your seats.

He's my father.

It's a pleasure to meet you.
I'm Lee Si-eun.

-I'm Park Hyang-gi.
-And I'm U-ram.

Did you have breakfast?

Yes, a light one.

-Have you?
-Same here.

She looks even older than Ban.

-Should I order for us all?
-Sure.

Three A-course meals
and two C-course meals, please.

Sure.

-Any wine or beverages--
-There are kids at the table.

-Right.
-Mineral water is fine.

Yes, sir.

Order them some coke.

They don't drink sodas.

Don't you want any?

I've learned to fight the urges.

You've taught them well.

-I hear you're a freshman in college.
-That's right.

-What do you study?
-English literature.

-Do you find it interesting?
-Yes, sir.

Don't mind me and talk away.

-Can I ask you something?
-Sure.

Do you still work at the office?

I do.

How do you stay healthy?

I try to walk a lot. Why do you ask?

You seem younger than I pictured.

U-ram, was it?

-Yes.
-What sports are you into?

I like all ball games,
but I don't get to play them a lot.

And walking isn't something I enjoy.

I figured.

Does your mother cook often for you?

We grew up eating only the best.

Tasty but also healthy.

Those two don't usually go together.

What's the best dish you can make?

You can address me casually.

I'm fairly good with
home-cooked Korean meals.

Were you born in Seoul?

-Yes.
-Within the four gates?

No, I grew up in Yeonhui-dong,

but moved to Daechi-dong in second grade.

In fifth grade, my mom and Mr. Seo
briefly attended the same art academy.

Is this the place?

-Are you here?
-Yes.

I'll take your key.

-I bet it was a long ride.
-There was hardly any traffic.

Ji-a?

-Hello.
-Nice to meet you.

It's chilly, so head inside.
The housekeeper's inside.

Lunch will be ready soon.

This place is incredible.

Take off your jacket or it'll get wet.

What is Mr. Seo doing outside?

He's getting lunch ready.

The grill's outside.

But it's chilly.

Enjoy the food while it's hot.

-Just us?
-For now.

My gosh.

Mr. Seo came early this morning.

Please enjoy.

-Have water first.
-There's rice and kimchi too.

This is more than enough. Thank you.

All I did was wash the vegetables.

-I bet you were hungry.
-Now that I'm here.

It's good.

We can't eat by ourselves.

I'll catch up, so dig in.

-Ji-a's enjoying the food.
-I'm glad.

It's scrumptious.

I thought you'd prefer Korean cuisine.

That I can have regularly.

How's the pasta?

I really love fresh pasta.

Other than studying, what are you good at?

-Eating.
-Me too.

Be polite.

I guess it's true.

Aside from the sick, we all enjoy eating.

You both seem quiet like your mother.

-As in gentle?
-Yes.

-Not my sister though.
-Gosh.

What about you? What are you like?

May I say I'm modestly reserved?

Don't be cheeky.

Well, that's what people say.

He must be hungry and cold.

-I know.
-Tell him to join us.

He won't listen to me.

Why don't you ask him?

What's boiling over there?

You should join us.

Sure. I was just finishing up.
Head back inside.

-Your ears must be freezing.
-I don't get cold easily.

-We've been eating non-stop.
-Charcoal barbecue is always the best.

We ate while you were at work.

-Ji-a, do you like tteokbokki?
-Yes.

Is there anyone who doesn't?

My gosh.

I had the housekeeper season it for me.

It only needs to come to a boil.

Did you look up the recipe?

Eat it with vegetables.

Can't I get a pass today?
I hate to ruin the taste of the meat.

Let her for today.

Maybe I should have taken a calming pill.

She probably isn't here anymore.

You shouldn't have.

Sa-hyeon's father loves pears
and these are delicious.

He went out for a walk.

Mother, do you have a calming pill?

A calming pill? What for?

I thought I should take one.

Aren't you feeling well?

-It's not that.
-Did something startle you?

No, I'm good.

We only have some back at our place.

-Hye-ryung's here.
-I saw her car outside.

What an angel.

I must have just been
hallucinating that day.

Jeong-bin.

You'll grow up without a mother.

You'll feel her absence soon.

-Sorry.
-What for?

I'll be right over. I'll be there
in exactly 30 minutes.

Why did you end it with Nam Ga-bin?
You seemed so set on marrying her.

Did my agency inform you of my address?

Of course not.

Maybe fate brought us together.

Let's be honest today.

Hyang-gi, don't you think Dad's right?

-Yes, Father.
-Is it true that

you're looking at wedding venues?

How did you find out?

My heart aches for my brother.

Can you grant me a wish?

There's something you should know
about my brother.

I will fully understand
if you break off this wedding.