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01x12 - A New Start

Episode transcripts for the TV show, "Family by Choice". Aired: October 9 – November 27, 2024.*
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Tells the heartfelt story of Kim San-ha, Yoon Ju-won, and Kang Hae-jun, three individuals who, though unrelated by blood, forge an unbreakable bond during their teenage years.

01x12 - A New Start

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(Hwang In Youp)

(Jung Chae Yeon)

(Bae Hyeon Seong)

(Choi Won Young, Choi Moo Sung)

(Seo Ji Hye, Kim Hye Eun, Baek Eun Hye)

(Family By Choice)

Do you still think

we can't be more than siblings?

We can't be.

What will we say to my dad?

To Mr. Kim?

What about Hae Jun?

What will we tell them?

Is that a problem?

It is.

So it's not about how you feel?

That's all I need.

I'll take care of the rest.

Twelve.

Thirteen.

(Episode 12)

Why did you get wet in the rain?

We're not that young anymore.

What?

Why is your face red?

Do you need to talk to me?

Nothing. I'll tell you later.

Get some sleep.

I'm not a little kid. It's

too early to go to sleep.

Goodness.

Where was I at?

Darn it. Come on.

One.

Is she still in the shower?

(Message)

(Kim San Ha)

Sleep tight.

(Mom's Birthday)

(Mom)

(Mom)

You know tomorrow is Mom's birthday, right?

(So Hee)

I'll send the cheesecake Mom

likes to the house tomorrow.

You too.

Okay.

(Sleep tight.)

Sleep tight.

(Sleep tight.)

(Daldal, 81, Haengrang-ro, Haedong)

(Kim San Ha)

I'll be there in five minutes.

Now?

(Ham and cheese sandwich)

- Thank you.

- I hope you enjoy it.

You're here.

Thank you for the food.

Just stick to what you've been doing.

I like seeing you enjoy your food.

Are you crazy?

What if someone saw that?

Who's going to see us? There's no one here.

What is it? Are you thirsty?

Should I bring water?

San Ha.

What?

You said you were having an early lunch.

So you came here?

Had I known, I would've come with you.

Is that so?

- I thought

- So who is this? His girlfriend?

Do you all know each other?

- Why would you say that?

- She's not his girlfriend.

- No?

- They're family.

We are.

Where's Hae Jun? I heard he'd be here.

That's why I came.

He just comes whenever he wants.

He's been dodging my calls too.

Is he avoiding me?

I don't think so.

This kind of vibe can't come from families.

Is that so? Then what kind of vibe is it?

- It has to be a fling at least.

- You should order.

You guys should order something.

You're all getting coffee, right?

Three iced Americanos.

An extra shot for mine!

Three iced Americanos and

an extra shot for one.

- Do you need help?

- Gosh, something is off.

My romance radar is pretty good.

Hey, stop it. They're just like siblings.

They have always been affectionate

even when they were in school.

People who don't know us will

figure it out right away.

Be quiet.

Other people can't find out before

your dad, my dad, or Hae Jun.

That can never happen. Okay?

I know. Don't worry.

We can't stay here for long.

Give us our coffee to go.

Okay.

When you go out, don't

make it look obvious.

Thank you.

I feel alive now.

When you see Hae Jun, tell

him to answer my calls.

Of course.

San Ha, shouldn't we get going?

I saw your car outside. Give me a ride.

I'll leave in a bit.

Right? Don't you want to stay longer?

Hey, just leave.

- Come again.

- I'll be there soon.

Okay.

Okay. I'm leaving.

What's this about?

What?

You've been looking like

that since yesterday.

What do you mean?

You said you were only picking

up the medicine yesterday.

You've been looking

shocked ever since then.

Is it a serious condition?

- No.

- Then what's wrong?

I met Hae Jun's mom.

I thought you were sick.

Wait, what?

Well,

I

ran into her.

You

What do you mean?

It's all in the past. I don't

want to talk about it again.

Okay. I don't have any right to know.

But Hae Jun ought to know.

He's been waiting all this time.

He's been waiting for you

without knowing anything.

- Seo Hyun. Don't do this.

- No.

I won't get in touch with Hae Jun.

If you tell Hae Jun that you saw me today,

I'll close down my business in

Busan and never come back here.

So

let me just see him from time to time.

I can see him from afar.

Let me just

see his face once in a while.

Please.

Goodness. She did what?

If it was manslaughter, it

could've been self-defense.

Or there must've been a reason.

What did you tell her?

Did you give her your word?

That you wouldn't tell Hae Jun?

If I did, she said she would leave.

Then Hae Jun

would lose his chance to see his mother.

But still.

She should explain the reason

before she cuts off ties with him,

so Hae Jun can accept it.

She said she wouldn't meet her son.

Imagine how miserable she must be.

Are you seriously worried

about her right now?

I have a plan.

I'll go to Busan tomorrow

and ask her to reconsider.

Busan? She's in Busan now?

She came back last year

and opened a hair salon.

Busan is so close.

- If she wanted to see him

- It's a short drive.

Don't worry. I'll make sure Hae

Jun gets to see his mother

this time around.

What if Hae Jun doesn't want to?

Why wouldn't he want to?

Not just because he doesn't want to.

Even after he came to Haedong,

he didn't come to us right away

because he wanted to come back

after having something to show for himself.

He would be meeting his

mother after 20 years.

He would have a lot on his mind.

We should open up a business for him

or help him get a job first.

Right.

Basketball had been everything for him.

But he hurt his leg.

What should he do?

I see. I find it uncomfortable

to go on a date

with a gorgeous woman.

Same here. It's not

uncomfortable for me at all.

This is great.

By the way, if you opened

up a law firm here,

how much money would you make?

Pardon?

This isn't just a casual blind date.

We must make things clear. You know?

- Should I show you my income tax?

- Sounds good.

Okay.

Sweetie, are you on a blind date?

He called her sweetie.

- Oh, no.

- She's cheating on him.

How could she cheat on a guy like that?

- Why would she go on a blind date?

- Sweetie.

Do you want to see me go crazy?

Well

Ms. Park.

Do you know this man?

Am I just a man you know?

He's not just a man I know.

He's the man I like.

- What did she say?

- She likes him.

- It's like watching a drama.

- Good for him.

- It's like a scene from a drama.

- Oh, my.

- Good for her.

- What?

I can't believe this is happening.

What is this?

Goodness. Unbelievable.

It will be difficult for you to

go on blind dates from now on.

Hey, my acting was good. But

your acting was quite good too.

I really thought you meant it

when you said you liked me.

No way. That's not true at all.

Mr. Yang.

Mr. Yang.

Hello, sir. What brings you here?

I'm on my way to see a building.

Then there you were. I saw

you walking down the street.

The building you checked out

before was sold just this morning.

Gosh, already?

Goodness. I told you good

listings could get sold

even in a couple of hours.

It's hard to find a great building

like that around 800,000 dollars.

Did he say 800,000 dollars?

- I'll call you again.

- Okay. Bye.

Did he say 800,000 dollars?

What? Do you also think that's a bad idea?

No. Anyone would be

happy to get a building.

Right? Don't you think it'd be great?

But San Ha kept telling

me to ask my dad first.

Then it defeats the purpose

of making it a surprise.

Do you like apples?

I do.

When I win cases,

sometimes, my clients bring

me a box of apples.

But I like strawberries.

I understand that you want

to give him a present,

but wouldn't it be better

if you asked him first since

he's the one getting it?

I see.

I got it.

Gosh, you made it so easy

for me to understand.

I guess attorneys are indeed smart.

I should tell him now since

I'm already thinking about it.

Wait, what about our meal?

I shouldn't have said anything.

Dal!

I owe you one!

I'll treat you to a meal later!

Okay.

Ma'am.

Do you know anything about

the real estate market

for commercial buildings

in the downtown area?

Yes. My friend from Jinju has

a daughter-in-law who runs

a real estate agency in the downtown area.

I sometimes go there for some rice cakes.

How much

would it cost to rent a

restaurant like this there?

Why? Are you thinking about

moving your restaurant?

It's not for me. It's for Hae Jun.

I'm glad to hear that.

My gosh. You've got to help him.

Otherwise, he'll waste his life.

But no matter how small it is,

you have to consider the deposit,

the premium, and the loan.

So you'll at least need 100,000 dollars.

- Did you say 100,000 dollars?

- Yes.

Well, can you give me her phone number?

My gosh. Isn't that Hae Jun?

Ma'am, are you going home?

Who are you?

You look so handsome!

You should dress up like this every day.

Gosh, I can't do it every day.

I'll have girls following me.

Say that after a girl follows you.

You need to be good to Mr. Yoon.

Pardon?

Okay?

Okay.

I see.

Dad!

Yes. I'll call you again.

Okay. Thank you.

Hey, you're here.

My gosh. My son, you look dashing today.

Did you go for an interview?

Gosh, no.

Right. I came because I wanted

to have the food you cooked.

Is that so? Great. Let's go.

I'll cook you something at home.

I still have a lot of food. Slow down.

So why aren't you living here?

You can have home-cooked meals

every day if you move in.

Actually, that's why I'm here.

I was going

to move in after getting

a nice building first.

A building?

"This is yours."

I was going to surprise you

with a building.

But everyone told me I

should ask you first.

What are you talking about?

(Kang Hae Jun, 810,621 dollars)

What's this?

(Kang Hae Jun, 810,621 dollars)

You have over 800,000 dollars.

- Is this true?

- Yes.

Did your biological father give it to you?

No.

How did you get this amount of money then?

I washed the dishes and worked as a server.

You washed the dishes

and worked as a server?

What do you mean by that?

I did those things at your restaurant too.

I got a lot of tips because I was good.

One of the customers liked

me and got me into modeling.

And I had made a good investment

before I was enlisted.

I did my very best to pay you

To pay you

back.

Who told you to pay me back?

Do you think I sent you

to the States for that?

What did I say before you left?

I told you to do it only as

long as you found it enjoyable.

You washed the dishes

and worked as a server?

Why would you be good at that?

Have I ever made you do

that at my restaurant?

No, that's not what I meant.

You raised me for ten years.

What kind of parent raises their

children for something in return?

They raise their children

as they want them to eat and

sleep well, and enjoy their lives.

They don't raise them for money.

Do you think they raise them

to ask them to pay back?

No.

- Take it back.

- Dad.

You

Is it because I'm not

your biological father?

Is that why you keep saying

you want to pay me back?

No.

That's not true. I've never

thought like that, Dad.

Go.

Dad.

Go!

(Myungjoo University Hospital)

Are you at home this weekend?

I have something to say.

(Father)

What is it?

I'll tell you in person.

I'm fine.

I'm all right.

I think you have a fever.

A fever?

No. Never mind.

I think you caught a cold.

Thanks.

You should drink water after crying.

I'm sorry. I shouldn't have said that.

It's not your fault.

Considering how angry he is right now,

he would've never wanted to see me again

if I had told him after

signing the contract.

No way. I'm sure he wouldn't mean it.

I think

he's not angry. He's just sad.

He didn't want you to go through hardship,

but you said you did, which made him sad.

It means

he loves you so much, doesn't it?

I know it too.

I'm the problem.

No matter what, I'm not his real son.

So I feel like I should do more

and pay him back.

I keep thinking like that.

If you know that, you can just say sorry.

Should I go right now?

No.

He might need some time.

Why don't you go tomorrow?

Okay. I'll go tomorrow.

What would I have done without you?

Thank you. I mean it.

It was nothing.

Everyone would've said the same

thing even if it weren't me.

Still.

So did you let him go like that?

I already scolded him for that.

I'm not saying what I did was good.

Ask all the fathers in the country.

If their children brought

enough money to buy a building,

everyone would be dancing in joy.

Would your father act like that too?

My father?

Yes. Well, I'm sure my father

would be dancing as well.

I told you. I was right.

Your anger is coming from guilt.

Because you're not his biological father.

That's just what I think.

It's just one of many opinions.

By the way, what did he model

for to make that much money?

Should I look it up?

Let me see.

You raised me for ten years.

What kind of parent raises their

children for something in return?

They raise their children

as they want them to eat and

sleep well, and enjoy their lives.

They don't raise them for money.

Your anger is coming from guilt.

Because you're not his biological father.

Right.

I was thoughtless.

I acted poorly.

- A cold?

- Yes.

But he still finished writing all

the prescriptions before going home.

Oh, right.

- Do you need candles?

- Yes.

Here.

San Ha.

San Ha.

(Kang Hae Jun)

Hello? What is it?

- What's the password to the door?

- What?

What's the password to the door?

San Ha caught a cold.

I think he's inside, but

he's not picking up my call.

Okay.

San Ha.

San Ha.

Are you all right?

He's sweating.

He has a high fever.

Were you worried that much?

What are you talking about?

Oh, right.

Get changed.

Are your clothes here?

Or here?

Let me find it.

Are you going to watch?

What are you talking about?

Are you done?

Yes. Come in.

- What are you doing? Lie down.

- Yes.

How do you feel? Do you feel any better?

It's cool.

I'll be in the living room.

Call me if you need anything.

Thank you.

Why did you come out?

You should sleep in the bed comfortably.

Because you're here.

I want to be with you.

I guess you still have a fever.

Your fever has gone down.

This is nice.

I saw the pictures we took when we

were in high school in your room.

Yes.

- You kept them all this time?

- Yes.

- Me too.

- What?

I missed you too.

I looked at the pictures when I missed you.

This is refreshing.

Oh, my gosh.

Oh, right.

Yesterday,

Lieutenant Kim found this.

I forgot to show you.

What are you talking about?

Take a look.

Young people are surely good

at searching for these things.

- Look at him. It's no joke.

- So this is

Look.

Is this really Hae Jun?

He's capable of taking care of himself,

but you worried unnecessarily

that he was unemployed.

That's enough.

- You're up.

- Yes.

- Here. Please take a seat.

- Yes.

Good.

- You like your eggs sunny side up.

- Yes.

The bread is straight out of the oven.

It must taste amazing.

Thank you.

- It's good, isn't it?

- Yes.

(Chat)

(Dad)

My son looks great.

What's this?

Is it Hae Jun?

What's this? Is he a celebrity?

I wondered where that money came from.

By the way, where is Hae Jun?

He said he would sleep

over at Seok Hun's place

as he didn't want to catch your cold.

He should be coming soon.

My son looks great.

(The son of Haedong)

(Star Model Kang Hae Jun)

Oh, my gosh. He looks great.

- I fell for him.

- He really is a model.

Oh, my. You have an amazing son.

He's different indeed.

I heard it's different from

modeling just in Korea.

He was in a global show.

- Yes, it's different.

- Of course.

- It can't be the same.

- Of course not. Right?

- Enjoy your meal.

- Thank you.

Oh, my gosh.

Oh, you're here.

Yes.

Don't do this. It's not

good for your hands.

Take a seat.

There are many customers. This is nice.

My goodness.

- Hey, you

- Is that really you?

I never thought something

like this could happen.

A celebrity from this tiny village!

Hae Jun, I've never

seen a celebrity before.

- Would you like to have kalguksu?

- Yes. Two servings, please.

Two servings, it is.

- It looks delicious.

- Why is there no pajeon here?

Did he not give it to you?

- He didn't.

- No.

- Mr. Yoon.

- Coming right up.

You should hurry up.

Here.

Oh, my. Let us see a celebrity up close.

Like father, like son, indeed.

He has his father's eyes, nose, and lips.

I know. I guess you don't

look like your mother at all.

- Right?

- Well, that's

- actually

- Try this. Mr. Yoon

was a handsome man when he was young.

- Yes. I can tell.

- Right.

Have you been waiting long?

No. I came just now.

- Give it to me.

- I can do it.

I just wanted to help.

Who asked for your help? Do you pity me?

It's not out of pity, it's

Never mind. Take a seat.

How have you been?

Ask one of the people here

if I seem to be doing fine.

Or are you making fun of me?

- Why would I?

- Why would you not?

Your ex-wife who left to marry

another man for a new life

lost her new husband and showed up limping.

I bet you think it's either ridiculous

or pitiful.

I've never thought of it like that.

Be honest.

Who knows if you prayed for my downfall?

You should've lived a good life then.

I let you go for a better life.

Is it my fault that your husband died?

Is it my fault that your

legs ended up this way?

I even sent San Ha because

he wanted to save you.

- What more can I do?

- Let me get it straight.

I never asked anything from you.

San Ha came to me

voluntarily ten years ago.

He won't say so,

but he'll return to Seoul in a month.

He can't go against me.

He can't leave me.

Will you please

Why are you so self-centered?

Everyone is self-centered.

Are you any different?

Why you

I was the idiot for thinking

we could have a conversation.

Darn it.

Did you come here to see him? Who was that?

So Hee. Shall we see your brother?

Mom.

Wouldn't he be upset to know

we came all the way here

and didn't visit him?

We came here because you said

the ocean would cheer you up.

Did you come to Busan on

purpose with this in mind?

No.

I always liked the sea.

I'd like to live by it if I could.

Don't you?

Dad!

I need a marker.

(Yoon's Kalguksu)

What are you doing?

Even if the photo's for commercial use,

it shouldn't be so revealing.

That's acceptable.

- Dal, come in for some pajeon.

- What?

(Mom)

I need to take this.

How can he be so good-looking?

- He shines.

- There's an aura.

- San Ha went to work?

- Yes. Pack him some pajeon.

Okay.

Why isn't Dal here yet? I'll get her.

No, stay and eat. I'll get her.

- It's not like that.

- You can't do anything on your own.

Even if you were seeing someone,

you should've pretended you weren't.

Do I have to teach you everything?

I apologized for that.

- He wasn't in the right either.

- Don't blame others.

If you won't work at a firm in Seoul,

at least marry well so I can feel assured.

I'm doing just fine here.

You can feel assured.

I want to see you live a life

as good as anyone else's.

Sorry.

I sent you money to buy

some spring clothes.

Did you get it?

Okay.

(Mom)

Well

I didn't mean to overhear.

It's because of me, isn't it?

Should I have done something differently?

The call dragged on.

I'm hungry.

Let's go inside.

- Here you go.

- Gosh.

- Ju Won.

- Yes?

Taste this.

Is it good?

It's the best. It's incredible.

- Ju Won.

- Hey.

Come and eat.

- Is it good?

- The geotjeori's a work of art.

Let's take a whole lot home.

I'll pack you a box full

of pajeon and geotjeori.

- Stash up.

- Perfect.

Everyone! The model's here.

- Oh, good.

- At last.

Stand in line if you want an autograph.

- Me.

- Me too. I want one.

- Here you go.

- My word.

I like you loads, you know.

Here. Sign this for me.

- My gosh.

- Goodness.

- What an autograph.

- I know, right?

Sign mine here.

- You're so handsome.

- Did your mom call?

- How are you so sweet?

- Yes.

If you don't have an

appetite, I'll eat it for you.

- Okay. Thanks.

- Thank you.

What shall we have for

dinner with the geotjeori?

Parboiled octopus? Half-dried saury?

Or shall I broil some

pork to have with a drink?

It wasn't the first time.

I didn't work this morning,

so I'll be home late tonight.

Okay. Let's eat something

nice tomorrow instead.

Drive safely.

(Hyeyum Villa)

(Kim San Ha)

- Hello?

- Hae Jun's overjoyed, isn't he?

He's up for anything if Dad is.

I think I'll be off early,

at around 7pm today.

Do you want to grab dinner?

Dinner?

- What will we have?

- I'll look stuff up.

Shall we, then?

Okay.

What was that?

Why are you grinning? Did

something nice happen?

Do you know any places for dinner nearby?

Places for dinner? In what category?

A date.

Do you have a girlfriend?

No way. Who is it?

- Don't ask.

- Who is it?

- Don't.

- Who is it?

There are models everywhere in the US.

I wasn't that famous.

I just took a few shots and quit.

Why didn't you keep at it if it was fun?

I would have if I'd known you'd like it.

I like it

if you're healthy and well.

You must be hungry. Come

home and eat if you're free.

Okay.

Seok Hun wants to see me.

I'll come over to eat another time.

Why not stay if you can?

There's a basketball team dinner.

Okay. Come by tomorrow, then.

I will. Bye.

I thought about it for a long time.

I couldn't forget the look

on your face that day.

I told her that you came back.

Go see her or not. It's up to you.

Taxi!

Have this.

You can go.

- Ms. Kang.

- Yes?

Why are you in such a good mood these days?

Do you think so?

Yes.

When I come back, I'll

bring a hamburger for you.

You frustrating fool. My gosh.

You should've chewed her

out for San Ha's sake.

I can handle it. Don't you mind me.

What if I do?

Well

I'll talk to her again. On my own.

What about you?

What will you say to Hae Jun's mom?

What else?

I'll tell her to come see

him since he grew up nicely.

Unlike someone else,

I do what I say I'll do.

What?

Let's see, then.

Did I make you wait?

No.

What?

Someone might see us.

I'll tell Dad this weekend.

Should we tell Hae Jun first?

What does he know about dating?

More like, he might be

offended to find out.

Isn't that Hae Jun?

You're a true model. Even

your bench pose is k*ller.

Stick out a leg.

What is it?

Come on.

Is something wrong?

I saw my mom.

Where?

She has a hair salon in Busan.

Auntie told me.

So what?

What did she say?

We didn't talk.

I just looked from a distance.

She laughed a lot.

She looked like she was well.

Get up.

What?

Go and ask her why she didn't call.

If you can't, I'll go with you.

I'll even ask for you. Get up.

Stop acting like a fool and get up.

How could I ask her that?

Why can't you?

I don't know what she'll say.

I'm too scared to ask.

Let's go inside.

Aren't you hungry? Shall we order food?

You can eat without me. I'm a bit tired.

It's good to have you around.

What?

What is it?

- Did you get it?

- Yes.

His aunt had texted the address.

Hae Jun's

Dad.

How did you know this place?

How come you two

Where are they?

Did I leave it out here?

Who is it?

So you stopped calling Hae Jun?

And you don't want to call him again?

Right.

And if Hae Jun were to know,

you'll disappear to someplace else?

Why did you open a salon in Busan, then?

Things just happened, and I ended up here.

No.

You're here because Hae Jun is.

So, Hae Jun

Does he know I'm here?

He doesn't.

He doesn't know.

We found out by chance.

We didn't tell Hae Jun

in case he felt disappointed.

Do you not care as long as you feel fine?

What about Hae Jun?

He didn't know a thing.

He spent his whole life

thinking he was a burden.

When you stopped calling,

he assumed he was a burden to you.

People kept talking about

how my dad had taken him in.

He lived his whole life

thinking he was an extra mouth to feed.

Do you even know that?

Thank you.

(Kim San Ha)

Where are you? At work?

Come home right away or

call when you read this.

Don't do this, Seo Hyun.

I just want him

to live an ordinary life.

(Family By Choice)

You abandoned me, had a

good life, and met a guy.

Should I stay out of your perfect life?

How did you find me here?

- Pretend you didn't see me today.

- I'm sorry.

I'll be strong and never come here again.

You transferred to a hospital here?

So you'll be selfish

and do as you wish?

Must you see me die?

Take So Hee and go back to Seoul.

I won't go with you.

San Ha's mother seems to want

to take him no matter what.

If you're here because of me, it's fine.

I won't ask you to stay

or say you can't go.