It has always been like that.
I always do everything I set my mind to.
Gosh.
Oh my.
The thing with people
is that they lie even in the diary
no one else reads.
BAEKMA TAILOR'S
It must be the soldiers we talked about yesterday.
Yes.
Hi, Yu-mi.
I'm the one who called yesterday.
I see.
This is Colonel Phillips and his wife.
I see.
I'm Yu-mi. I'm six years old.
Yu-mi, she's asking if you know how to play the piano.
I'm worried about Yu-mi.
There are so many things she wants to try,
and she wants to eat a lot of things too.
What's wrong with that?
We can't afford it.
Don't worry, she can take care of herself.
Hi.
-Lee Yu-mi. -Yes?
Is this really your last week?
-Yes. -Why?
You're good at it. You should keep doing it.
I did ballet
just as a hobby.
But if you stop now,
it'll mean the rumors are true.
Who says?
What rumors?
Bo-ra saw
your parents' tailor shop at the market
and said you're poor.
What else?
That your mom...
is a mute.
Really?
I'll really quit after two more months.
Just until the fall competition, Dad.
It won't cost a lot to compete.
Just this once. Please?
I know that too.
But it's expensive to prepare your costume and choreography.
I won't get makeup done, and I'll borrow a costume.
It'll be the last time.
I really mean it. Dad, please.
Please let me compete just once, Dad.
Just this once. Just this once.
Please.
Mom.
-Let's hurry up and leave. -Wait.
Come on.
I can't find my wallet. Wait.
Mom, can you hold this?
I'll make sure you're transferred within a year.
What are you saying? You're so full of it.
Sit down, Yu-mi.
I think
you could get admitted to this school even as a humanities major.
We have five months until the university entrance exams.
But as an arts major...
I'm a little concerned since you started arts late.
That's why I work hard at my art academy.
You're missing the extra classes,
but you can't let your marks drop.
You know that, right?
Yes.
Hi.
Yu-mi.
Must you go to an art college?
Why do you want to paint?
Sir, please.
How many times must I tell you?
Art is beautiful.
I like beautiful things.
No. No. That's vanity.
Look at this painting.
It's not beautiful at all.
I'm asking because I'm anxious.
Your marks are good. You should do what you're good at.
Sir.
I always do everything I put my mind to.
It has always been like that.
You should worry about yourself.
How was class?
The teacher's so annoying.
Really? Why is he always scolding you?
-I don't know. -What?
-I don't know. -You don't know?
'MEET ME IN THE STORAGE AT LUNCH' Class president.
Attention.
Bow to our teacher.
Thank you.
Good work.
-Wow! Sweet and sour pork? -You're here.
Doesn't it look great?
You should go in.
-Call me when you get home. -Okay.
See you tomorrow.
Bye.
Hurry up and go home.
Since when?
It's been three months.
Why didn't she tell us?
And you've been getting top scores while dating?
-You're right. -She's got it all.
You're so lucky.
Hey, Yu-mi.
Ms. Jung wants to see you.
Did you ask for me?
Yu-mi.
You must answer honestly to what I ask.
Have you been dating your music teacher?
Several people saw you,
and he also confessed.
It's common for students to like their teachers.
But the fact that there was a physical relationship...
That could be a problem.
What do you mean?
Hey, Yu-mi.
Do you think you can get away with it
because your grades are good and we've been nice to you?
Sir.
Mr. Kim.
There was an external report to the police.
We can't solve it on our own.
We need to sort it out before the school board and police come.
Sir, I'm so sorry.
I'm sorry. I'm sorry. I'm really sorry.
I was only being nice to her.
She approached me first.
I should have declined. I'm sorry.
I'm sorry. I'm sorry.
I'm sorry.
What do you mean, approach?
It wasn't like that.
Why are you lying?
Hey, watch it.
Be quiet.
Don't be cheeky when the adults are talking.
I'm sorry, ma'am. I'm sorry, sir.
My sweet baby, eat well and don't get sick.
What about that *?
Why didn't he get fired? Why only a suspension?
Why must I run away this early in the morning?
Our school does not accept kids who were forced to transfer.
I beg you.
There are only four months before the entrance exam.
It's a sensitive time for everyone.
If she causes any trouble...
No, no. That won't happen.
She's a good student.
She got second place on the mock test last month,
and she got the top score on her midterms.
Come here.
Yu-mi, there are only four months.
Don't try to make any friends and just focus on studying.
Understand?
Okay.
Your plan was to go to a university here.
You just came to Seoul a little earlier than planned.
Your new homeroom teacher looked nice. Don't you agree?
It'll be exam season soon.
Just hang in there.
Buy yourself a uniform and other stuff you need with this.
I'll take care of it. Hurry up and go home.
Dad!
I'm sorry.
Call me.
Let me repeat myself. The last exam was super easy.
All of you got high marks, so don't be so proud.
You need to subtract 30 points from your score
to get your usual score.
That's too much.
Jung Hye-min. Jung Hye-min, come out.
Choi Yeon-ji.
Lee Yu-mi.
Kim Jung-mi.
Song Min-ji.
Jang Moon-ju.
Jung Se-young.
I'm sorry to inform you
that you have not been accepted.
Yu-mi, you have a call from Hongcheon.
Hey, Dad.
Why don't you ever call?
Your mom's worried.
I got a part-time job since it's the break. I was busy.
People wear ready-made clothes these days,
so I'm losing my regulars.
How's Mom?
How is she doing?
Well... We went to the hospital yesterday.
They say she's in her early stage of dementia.
What?
Yes. Dementia.
Will you come over one of these weekends?
I'm sorry.
It's okay.
You don't have to come if you don't want to see people.
By the way,
they didn't make the admission announcement yet, right?
I got admitted.
You did?
Well done, Yu-mi.
Everyone asked, but we were worried since you haven't called.
Honey!
Yu-mi says she made it!
Why didn't you call right away?
It's not that big of a deal.
What are you saying?
You did well.
I'll call you back later.
Congratulations, Yu-mi.
You're always so quiet, so I didn't know.
Tell me if there's anything you want to eat. I'll make it.
Gosh, it's cold.
Dad. Dad, over here.
Yu-mi!
The entrance ceremony ended already.
Did we come too late?
We were delayed because your mom felt carsick.
It's okay. There wasn't much to it.
Did you get sick?
I had to throw up at the rest stop. I'm sorry.
Here's a gift.
Everyone has one of these things nowadays.
But this is expensive...
What are you saying?
I have to give the best to my daughter.
-Here you go. -You shouldn't have.
She got accepted thanks to you who took a good care of her.
I don't know how else to thank you.
It was nothing.
I was lucky to have a student so well-behaved and quiet.
-Really? -Of course.
Thank you for your kind words.
No problem.
DAEHYEON ACADEMY
Can I register for a comprehensive class for repeaters?
-Is this your first time here? -Yes.
YU-MI'S TUITION FEE
I heard you're a freshman at our school. Landlady told me.
I'm from Daegu.
I'm a sophomore in Political Science. Han Ji-won.
I repeated a year. What about you?
I'm
Lee Yu-mi.
You're shy with strangers. Lee Yu-mi?
Our school magazine is looking for new writers.
Are you interested?
I'm sorry. I've never done anything like that before.
Bye.
Yu-mi! Shall we go together?
They sell naengmyeon at the cafeteria, and it's good.
Make sure to try it.
Can I have your number?
-What? -I'll give you mine too.
Lee Yu-mi.
That building is the cultural center.
Our editorial team is on the second floor. Okay?
Oh, hey!
I'll get going. Bye.
Bye.
Pay us a visit when you're bored.
-I'm so sorry. -It's okay.
Why are you so late?
-You guys are really angry. -No, it's okay.
What value are we looking for here?
We need to find the degree of angle A.
That's the question.
Then, take a look at this.
HAN JI-WON FROM THE BOARDING HOUSE
COME VISIT EDITORIAL AND I'LL BUY YOU PIZZA
Why is this so good?
You need to eat more and gain weight.
-You're too skinny. -Have your fill.
Don't be shy and just eat confidently.
Isn't she so cute?
She was so startled when I first talked to her.
-You were like that too. -Me?
-You were the same. -Exactly.
Like attracts like.
You have strange memories.
It's my first time eating with so many people since coming here.
Really? Have you been eating alone?
-Without any friends? -Yes.
Did you say you're from Hongcheon?
We have a lot of local alumni associations.
-Right. -I'm from Inje.
Which school in Hongcheon are you from?
No, Hongcheon is where my relatives live.
I lived abroad.
-Really? Where? -Where?
In America.
My father has a business there.
Then your English must be good.
Are you a native speaker? Please teach me.
Should we start a TOEIC study group?
No, I'm not good at it.
What major are you again?
Aesthetics.
I used to paint, but I haven't been able to after coming to Korea.
Yu-mi.
Small.
It's perfect.
You can have it. It's free for freshmen.
EHYEON WOMANS UNIVERSITY MAGAZINE
Isn't it pretty?
I retook the university entrance exam just for this.
Raise both hands above your heads.
Stop marking and raise your hands.
The last person in each row will collect the answer sheets.
Those in the front row can collect the questions.
I'm not sure.
It will be hard with this score.
Hello?
Yu-mi. Where have you been?
Did something happen?
No.
I've been busy.
I see.
Are you coming to the general assembly tomorrow?
The general assembly?
The assembly for editorial departments in Seoul.
I mentioned it last time.
Oh, right...
All right.
Hello. Long time no see.
I'm Han Ji-won from Ehyeon Womans University.
Hello, I'm Han Yu-young.
Hello, I'm Kim Min-ji.
Hello, I'm Lee Yu-mi.
You're beautiful!
-Where do you live? -Do you have a boyfriend?
As I suspected, our new recruit is very popular.
I'm so proud.
She's pretty.
Thank you. Our university admits people based on looks.
Are you busy at the end of the year?
-I am. -Should I show you something fun?
Watch carefully.
One, two, three.
It disappeared.
What is this?
What happened?
Why are you outside?
The heater
gave me a headache.
Do you want to go for a walk?
This way will take us to our school's back gate.
It's a bit chilly.
Hello?
Yu-mi? Is this Yu-mi?
Yes, ma'am. It's Yu-mi.
Hey, what are you doing?
You better come to school to pick up your report card.
It was announced ages ago.
What did I get?
Your score is worse than last year.
Yu-mi. Must you go to Ehyeon Womans University?
Can't we lower the goal and go to a different one in Seoul?
Don't repeat a third time. It'll be too hard on you.
Keeping your pride isn't that important.
Do you want help?
Yes. Can you help me put it on?
Do you think I'll be able to carry this around?
Where are you going?
Backpacking in Europe.
Wow. I almost fell backwards.
You're traveling? What about school?
My classes finished last week.
I tutored part-time for seven months for this.
What are you doing during your break?
I don't like it when you touch my stuff without asking.
It was just sitting right there...
Why do you have that anyway?
For tutoring.
I thought you didn't want a part-time job.
I want to save up on my own to go backpacking.
I'm going to New York next year.
-New York? -Yes.
It's kind of like an exchange student program.
I'll spend my last year at that school.
I see.
Are you upset?
No, it's good news for you.
Congratulations.
Don't go backpacking.
Should we go together?
Together?
Yes.
You can study English for a year,
and I can go to school.
Anyway, my mom suggested we get married after graduation.
She said we should go together.
She wants to meet you.
Why didn't you call us beforehand?
I could've picked you up from the terminal.
Oh, right...
Dad, I was selected as a distinguished student.
Really?
Do you get a scholarship?
No, it's not like that.
It's better. I can go on a language training.
With a scholarship?
No, not really.
They only give me the opportunity.
I see.
Everyone goes abroad to learn languages these days. It's a must.
Dad.
Please help me just this once.
I really want to excel.
I don't think there will be another chance like this.
From Incheon to New York JFK Airport.
The passengers are Kang Jae Ho and Lee Yu-mi.
Please go to gate 36 before boarding time.
-Thank you. -Sure.
We have some time left, so wait here.
I'll get us some coffee.
Hey, Mom.
Dad. I'll be back soon.
What are you saying? Talk slowly.
Yu-mi is a fake. She's fake!
Your father asked the TAs and checked the whole school.
They don't have a student named Lee Yu-mi.
What?
Are you listening to me?
They say there is no such student at that school.
Where on earth did you meet such a girl?
You didn't board the plane yet, right?
I came back to the airport.
What about Mom?
JAE-HO
-Hello-- -How dare you lie so shamelessly?
If you call Jae-ho one more time, I'll--
Hey, Mom.
Sorry I called you so late.
I've been so busy I didn't realize a week passed already.
Mom, what's wrong?
Mom, let me talk to Dad.
Yu-mi, it's your neighbor.
Hello. Can you--
Don't be startled.
Your father passed away.
He lost consciousness two days ago,
and he passed away this morning.
What are you talking about?
Can you come?
He had cancer.
They were going to tell you before you left,
but your father wouldn't allow it.
He didn't want to get in your way.
Yu-mi...
LATE LEE SANG-HO
I'll
just try my hardest now.
I'm sorry for everything.
Is it possible to sell our shop?
Even if it's for cheap?
Okay, I understand.
YU-MI, 300,000 WON
YU-MI, 1.2 MILLION WON
YU-MI, 1 MILLION WON
YU-MI, 7.3 MILLION WON
Please call me if anyone shows interest in buying the shop.
I'll send mom's living expenses monthly.
Don't worry about her.
It's better she stays with me.
Focus on your job.
Don't worry. Call me and visit me often.
I'll get going.
Bye, Mom.
I'm sorry.
Take care.
Thank you.
Just pour it all.
PART-TIME JOBS
Excuse me.
Yu-mi!
Coming.
OFFICE ASSISTANT/CLERICAL COLLEGE DEGREE
MARAIS COLLECTION DEGREE NOT REQUIRED
FEMALES BETWEEN 20 AND 35 DEGREE NOT REQUIRED
Are you still waiting?
Right!
You're waiting for me, right?
Just tell my dad you'll work hard
and he'll hire you.
Hey. Where's Dad?
He went to a church event with Big Director.
I see.
They said they'll be home late.
You can do the interview and make the decision.
-I'm going out. -Me?
Why not? I'll give Dad a heads-up.
Yes? Hello?
Yes.
It's family-run here, so it's a bit different.
Tell me right away if it's not for you.
Okay.
The owner was born and raised here.
They all call him Designer Lee.
You only graduated high school.
Yes.
I'm only allowing it because my daughter wants to hire you.
Ms. Kim must have told you already,
but watch your manners.
Tardiness and no shows aren't tolerated.
I understand.
Make sure nothing makes Hyun-joo uncomfortable.
Stick by her side and focus on that.
The most important thing to me is keeping promises.
Can you do it?
All the furniture here
are by famous designers and were imported from abroad.
They're expensive.
That little chair costs 15 million won.
Right, Olive Garden is managed by Mr. Lee's wife.
We call her Big Director.
She often holds church gatherings here.
In addition to nurturing our bodies,
please allow our spirits to be nurtured
as well.
Thank you, Father.
You met Little Director earlier.
She's Mr. Lee's daughter.
I bought this.
She's the only child, so she's fussy.
She moved back from the US last year,
and runs a prop shop.
You'll likely work at her shop.
Isn't it pretty?
You might have to do some personal work for her.
You only worked part-time for five years.
This will still be better than a part-time job.
At least you get an insurance.
Mom.
We have health insurance now,
so make sure to go to the doctor regularly.
Tap twice if you understood.
I don't like doctors.
Hyun-joo, he's not an ordinary doctor.
He'll inherit his father's hospital and his mother's gallery.
But he's not attractive.
His background is attractive.
Enough. When the gallery director comes later,
I'll make a natural introduction. You need to come and say hello.
Sit up, this is too revealing.
Yu-mi?
Yes?
Go to Hyun-joo's house to bring her some clothes.
Something that covers up all her skin.
Bring several outfits.
Wow...
She studied Fine Arts at NYU,
then she studied Asian Art Studies at Yale
before returning to Korea last year.
Gosh, you're so beautiful.
I only have three sons, so I envy people with daughters.
No wonder everyone at church complimented her.
Gosh, really?
It's the first I've heard of it.
Who could've complimented her?
They were just kind to say nice things.
120,000 won, please.
Hey.
Today's the day we promised to give the director the documents.
In the drawer over there.
Do you only need my school papers?
Yes, I have everything else.
Here's a watch.
It's a brand from Switzerland. I only wore it once.
Don't tell the other employees.
You can go.
Yes, ma'am. I'm here out front.
Already? Why did you come so soon?
I didn't come early...
One friend just came.
You didn't eat yet, right? Come in and eat.
I'm okay.
No one touched that.
I used to hang out with them in the US.
They're professors in Korea now.
They have no conscience.
It's so warm.
MOM
I LEARNED HOW TO TEX. I MUSS YOU
I'LL VISIT YOU TOMORROW
Why tomorrow?
Can't you start doing better now?
Okay, sir. I'll start right now.
Go on.
What is it?
Do you have something to say?
May I have a day off tomorrow?
My mother back home...
Why are you making me look like a bad person?
Pardon?
Don't you remember the conditions for working for us?
I do, sir. I wasn't thinking straight.
No, no. Don't try to get away with it.
Do you think we're easy now that you know us?
Why don't any of you ever keep your promises?
I don't understand it!
Do you know what your problem is?
You're all lazy and stupid,
but you want to live like everyone else. That's why!
Do you want to live like that for the rest of your life?
Book me a flight.
I'll fly out next Wednesday with a day stopover in Paris.
I'll spend a week in Helsinki.
-Helsinki? -Yes.
I'm cold and depressed, so I'll go to a spa.
What's the big deal about weddings? It's dragging and complicated.
I'm annoyed.
Don't you pity me?
Pardon?
Happiness is always a little vague.
But misfortune is clear.
I'm totally unhappy these days.
Yes. Hello?
Yes.
If it's a Hilton affiliate, I have a membership.
You do too?
Hey. If Mom asks, I'm going with a friend.
Don't worry.
We met at a gathering, and we're not serious.
Why would I worry about you?
Oh, I'm hungry.
Is Mom here?
What is it?
Your passport expires in a month.
Get it reissued.
It's something you should know to do automatically.
Okay.
Get it expedited.
Do I have to tell you everything?
No.
She can really get on my nerves.