All About Eve 'Uncut' -- A Spring Apart
by AAEfanatic
Episode 17A
SCENE: Street outside Sun-Mi's gate, morning
SCENE: In Woo-Jin's car, morning
SCENE: MBS Yeouido office and studios, morning
SCENE: MBS car parking lot, morning
SCENE: MBS main entrance, morning
SCENE: MBS Eve's Morning studio, morning
SCENE: MBS outdoor patio, morning
SCENE: Executive conference room, afternoon
SCENE: MBS main lobby, morning
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, morning
SCENE: MBS reference library, morning
SCENE: MBS Main Floor lift lobby, afternoon
SCENE: Women's washroom, afternoon
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
SCENE: MBS 7F lift lobby, afternoon
SCENE: MBS Conference Room, afternoon
SCENE: MBS 7F Lift Lobby, afternoon
SCENE: Inside Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
SCENE: In the TV studio, afternoon
SCENE: Inside Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
SCENE: MBS tape editing room, evening
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, evening
SCENE: MBS studio control room, evening
SCENE: MBS studio sound room, evening
SCENE: MBS atrium balcony, evening
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
SCENE: MBS parking garage, evening
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's club, evening
INTERCUT SCENES: Hyung-Chul's car / MBS radio studio
INTERCUT SCENES: MBS radio studio / Tape editing room, evening
Act 2
SCENE: Street outside Sun-Mi's gate, morning
At dawn the next morning, Sun-Mi is waiting for Woo-Jin to send her to work ...
Sun-Mi.............. (cough ... cough-cough)
When she sees Woo-Jin's car appear at the corner, she waves.
SCENE: In Woo-Jin's car, morning
SEVERAL MINUTES LATER ...
Sun-Mi is riding in the front passenger seat of Woo-Jin's Matiz.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
They avoid eye contact, unsure of what to say, until Woo-Jin speaks up ...
Woo-Jin............ What happened last night -- that is -- if I crossed the line ...
Sun-Mi recalls his surprise kiss ...
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FLASHBACK [Scene from Episode 17]
Woo-Jin............ That's good night, Kim Woo-Jin style. Get used to it ...
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And her own stunned reaction ...
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FLASHBACK [Scene from Episode 17]
Sun-Mi.............. Oh my! ... Did I hear Daddy? ... I better go in now ... Bye! ...
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She replies with forced cheerfulness, changing the subject ...
Sun-Mi.............. You were right on time (cough) this morning!
He glances over at her sheepishly.
Woo-Jin............ After last night, I don't dare be late again!
Sun-Mi.............. No matter. (cough-cough) Did you bring the medicine?
Woo-Jin............ Yes. The pharmacist says it will make you drowsy. Can you do your morning program?
Sun-Mi.............. Of course! Don't worry. (cough) I'll be fine.
Woo-Jin............ You sound terrible. It's my fault.
Sun-Mi.............. Don't blame yourself ... Things just happen, there doesn't have to be a reason ...
She smiles.
Sun-Mi.............. I usually get a cold, this time of year (cough) anyway.
He responds gratefully that she hasn't let the matter come between them ...
Woo-Jin............ Sun-Mi, why are you so good to me?
With a wry smile, she recalls when she had asked the same question ...
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FLASHBACK [Scene from Episode 15]
Sun-Mi........ Why are you so good to me?
Hyung-Chul. I'm not so sure. If you find out why, please tell me.
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Sun-Mi.............. (cough) Do you think so?
Woo-Jin............ I just realized how much I take you for granted. I'll try not to do that again.
He reaches over and puts his hand on hers, giving it a squeeze.
Woo-Jin............ From now on, I promise to do better.
SCENE: MBS Yeouido office and studios, morning
SCENE: MBS car parking lot, morning
Woo-Jin drives through the MBS main gate into the car parking lot.
He parks and quickly gets out, circling the car to open Sun-Mi's door, closing it after she alights.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough) Thanks. (cough)
They start off, heading toward the main entrance doors.
SCENE: MBS main entrance, morning
A few minutes later ...
Sun-Mi and Woo-Jin are walking together through the main lobby to the lifts.
Woo-Jin............ Call me if you decide to see a doctor.
Sun-Mi.............. It's only a cold. (cough)
Woo-Jin............ I'll wait while you do your radio show, to send you back.
They stop in the lift lobby, standing with other people waiting for the lifts.
Sun-Mi.............. That's not necessary. (cough) I can go back myself.
Woo-Jin............ It's no bother. I have editing to do on next week's Gala previews.
The lift doors open, and Sun-Mi steps forward to join the queue.
Woo-Jin............ See you later.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes.
Woo-Jin waits while Sun-Mi boards the lift.
She waves to him as the doors slide shut.
SCENE: MBS Eve's Morning studio, morning
Sun-Dal is speaking to the TV audience ...
Sun-Dal............ How did you like our Wedding Special?
Sun-Dal............ Well, we don't have any married staff here, right, Jin-Soo?
Jin-Soo laughs nervously at being singled out ...
Jin-Soo............. Yes, I'm Mr. Lonely.
He puts his hand over Sun-Mi's.
Sun-Dal looks at Sun-Mi and Jin-Soo and gestures toward them.
Sun-Dal............ Yes, this part seems pretty fresh, while ...
Jin-Soo whispers something to Sun-Mi.
Sun-Dal looks the other way, at Kyung-Hee and Ki-Jong.
Sun-Dal............ Oh, I don't want to talk about it.
Kyung-Hee and Ki-Jong look around innocently.
Sun-Dal............ I meant you, Shin Ki-Jong.
Kyung-Hee looks down and smiles.
Ki-Jong points to himself.
Ki-Jong............. What? Us?
Sun-Dal nods
Sun-Dal............ Yes, it's you guys.
The audience laughs
Ki-Jong laughs, too.
Ki-Jong............. You never judge somebody from his appearance.
Sun-Dal laughs.
Young-Mi.......... I guess I'd better stick to this side ...
She motions toward Kyung-Hee and Ki-Jong.
Sun-Dal............ Announcer Huh Young-Mi. Why are you saying such down-hearted words?
Everyone laughs.
Sun-Dal............ Anyway, today's Wedding Special must have provided valuable information to couples.
....................... With that we are ending Eve's Morning early. Have a great day! Goodbye.
The studio audience applauds.
After the show ends, the announcers get up to leave.
But Sun-Mi remains in her seat, looking tired and unwell.
Jin-Soo............. Are you OK, Sun-Mi?
She nods.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes, Thanks.
Jin-Soo leaves but Sun-Mi stays in her seat.
Young-Mi notices and looks over at Sun-Mi contemptuously.
Young-Mi.......... Jin Sun-Mi ...
Sun-Mi looks at Young-Mi.
Young-Mi.......... How come you didn't smile at all today? Wasn't that all you could do?
With that cutting remark, Young-Mi makes her exit.
Sun-Mi looks away and sighs tiredly.
SCENE: MBS outdoor patio, morning
Outside on the patio, Jin-Soo talks animatedly, while Sun-Dal and Ki-Jong listen ...
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Jin-Soo............. How is it? Do you think she will say yes?
Sun-Dal............ Cheesy.
Ki-Jong............. Yes, very cheesy. A ring on a parachute? You think a wedding proposal is some kind of a joke?
Sun-Dal............ And about the doll stuff. What? Doing it like that?
Sun-Dal shakes his head.
Jin-Soo............. Are they that bad?
Sun-Dal and Ki-Jong look at each other and speak in unison ...
Both................. Cheesy. Very much. Indeed.
Ki-Jong............. I'd better excuse you guys.
Jin-Soo............. It's so childish ... Thanks. Thanks for your comments.
....................... Thank goodness you told me. There could've been a catastrophe.
Ki-Jong............. Yes, I've got to go somewhere. What about you, Sun-Dal?
Sun-Dal............ I'm busy too.
Ki-Jong............. Jin-Soo, come up with more ideas.
Ki-Jong stands.
Ki-Jong............. Your ideas are a bit cheesy but they're very creative.
Ki-Jong points at Jin-Soo.
Ki-Jong............. Don't use those ideas.
Jin-Soo............. Oh, OK.
Ki-Jong............. You just keep trying, OK?
Sun-Dal waves his hand at Jin-Soo indicating that he shouldn't use those ideas, then gets up and leaves.
Jin-Soo............. No, I don't want to be a cheesy man.
Jin-Soo hits the side of his head with his fist.
SCENE: Executive conference room, afternoon
Kim Eun-Ki and Hyung-Chul are going at it head-to-head at a meeting of the top MBS executives ...
Eun-Ki.............. You asked for a month to improve the ratings. The results are still not consistently positive.
Hyung-Chul....... But the trend shows improvement. We just need more time.
Eun-Ki.............. How much more investment can the Company afford in a mediocre product? ... President Yoon?
Both men look to the President for a decision ...
Hoe-Jang.......... Cancelling such a major program mid-season could hurt investor confidence.
Eun-Ki.............. But covering for your son's failures won't look good to the Board, either.
Hoe-Jang ponders the situation, cognizant of his brother-in-law's unspoken threat ...
Hoe-Jang.......... What are you asking for?
Eun-Ki.............. Nothing more than you gave to Director Yoon for his program.
Hoe-Jang looks to his son ...
Hoe-Jang.......... Director Yoon? Your opinion?
Hyung-Chul....... How can I disagree?
He smiles confidently.
Hyung-Chul....... I don't want anyone to claim I had an unfair advantage ...
SCENE: MBS main lobby, morning
Ki-Jong is talking on his mobile as Sun-Dal walks up.
Ki-Jong............. I'm Announcer Shin Ki-Jong and can I borrow something?
Sun-Dal taps Ki-Jong on the arm, then grabs his arm to get his attention.
Ki-Jong............. Well, hold on, I'll give you a call in a minute, OK?
Ki-Jong hangs up the phone.
Sun-Dal............ You said you were busy.
Ki-Jong............. I am. See ya.
Sun-Dal............ OK.
Ki-Jong............. What? Not busy?
Sun-Dal............ Right.
Ki-Jong............. I said, I'm busy.
Ki-Jong walks off as Sun-Dal looks confused.
SCENE: MBS Atrium, morning
Jin-Soo puts an engagement ring on Cho-Jeh's finger.
Cho-Jeh............ Wow, this is beautiful!
She examines the ring closely as Jin-Soo is laughing and smiling at his wise decision to forego his "cheesy" plans.
But Cho-Jeh has other ideas, and smiles.
Cho-Jeh............ Thanks, Jin-Soo. Isn't there any other ceremony?
She looks at him expectantly.
Jin-Soo............. What?
He looks back, puzzled.
Cho-Jeh............ Like some flowers or something to make it much more special.
Jin-Soo looks away, irritated.
Cho-Jeh............ When other people give rings they do a lot of other special things.
....................... There's only one proposal in a lifetime. So are you going to make yours so ordinary?
Jin-Soo puts his finger over Cho-Jeh's mouth, then wags it at her.
Jin-Soo............. They are all cheesy people. A proposal is about the ring.
....................... You have to be serious, that's what's very cool ...
She is growing upset as he justifies himself.
Jin-Soo............. This one guy I know. Man. He did this cheesy thing by putting a parachute on the ring.
Cho-Jeh looks across to the lobby, and sees Ki-Jong dropping a parachute from the balcony.
Cho-Jeh............ Wow, a parachute ... That's really cool.
Jin-Soo is startled to see that Ki-Jong has stolen his idea.
Ki-Jong shouts down from the balcony to Kyung-Hee as the parachute hits her on the shoulder.
Ki-Jong............. Kyung-Hee!
She looks up at Ki-Jong as he pantomimes giving his heart to her, then picks up the package attached to the parachute.
Written on a card are the words: "To Kyung-Hee -- You're mine"
Kyung-Hee opens the package to find an engagement ring inside ...
Surprised, she looks up at Ki-Jong.
Watching Ki-Jong's efforts, Cho-Jeh is impressed.
Cho-Jeh............ Hey, that's what I call a cool wedding proposal.
Jin-Soo glares angrily at Ki-Jong, shouting at him ...
Jin-Soo............. Shin Ki-Jong! You traitor!
Cho-Jeh............ You were betrayed? Whatever. Stop it.
Jin-Soo turns around to look at Cho-Jeh.
Cho-Jeh............ I'm really disappointed. Do you have any idea how much I've waited for this?
Jin-Soo waves his hands.
Jin-Soo............. No, that was my idea.
Cho-Jeh............ Could you be a little more romantic?
Jin-Soo............. I told you ...
Cho-Jeh............ Enough with your excuses!
Jin-Soo............. (loudly) Please, you've got to believe me!
Cho-Jeh............ Excuses, excuses! Enough! ... Well, I do appreciate the ring.
She gets up and leaves in a huff.
Jin-Soo............. Cho-Jeh, Cho-Jeh! ... Cho-Jeh!!
Jin-Soo turns to glare at Ki-Jong again, shouting ...
Jin-Soo............. You fat-head!
Ki-Jong sees Jin-Soo and quickly hides.
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, morning
Sun-Dal comes into Hyung-Chul's office, immediately noting the dark look on his boss' face.
Sun-Dal............ You look like you just ate an entire lemon. What's up?
Hyung-Chul grumbles as he puts some papers in order ...
Hyung-Chul....... Director Kim unveiled his new program today.
Sun-Dal............ What do you think?
Hyung-Chul....... It's better than I expected, with a solid production and concept. We won't have an easy fight.
Sun-Dal............ The President approved?
Hyung-Chul....... Of course. My father can't look like he's playing favorites, and I wouldn't either.
Sun-Dal............ Who does he want as the announcer?
Hyung-Chul....... Not sure. Kim is keeping his cards close there ...
Sun-Dal............ Want me to privately talk with the staff about loyalty?
Hyung-Chul....... No. I don't want Boardroom politics to become an issue dividing employees.
He grins ironically.
Hyung-Chul....... Technically, we're all on the same team, right?
Sun-Dal............ Tell that to Director Kim!
Hyung-Chul stands up.
Hyung-Chul....... We can discuss this later ... Where do you want to go for lunch?
SCENE: MBS reference library, morning
Sun-Mi is in the MBS reference library, researching materials for her next corner topic.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
SCENE: MBS atrium, morning
Standing at the railing of the atrium balcony, Woo-Jin recalls Ki-Jong's showy proposal ...
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FLASHBACK [Scene from Episode 17]
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He retrieves his mobile from his pocket, keys in a number, and puts the phone to his ear.
Woo-Jin............ Sun-Mi? Can we meet for lunch? ... I'll be at the patio ... Bye.
Woo-Jin is seated at an umbrella table with two bag lunches when Sun-Mi arrives.
Woo-Jin............ Feeling better now?
Sun-Mi.............. The medicine helped (cough) during the program, but I felt so drowsy. (cough-cough)
Woo-Jin looks at her, concerned.
Woo-Jin............ You're cough is getting worse. Let me take you to see a doctor.
Sun-Mi.............. I'm fine. I'll just (cough) take another capsule with lunch.
Woo-Jin............ Be careful! The pharmacist said no more than four a day.
She is getting irritated at his nagging.
Sun-Mi.............. It's nothing to worry about. (cough) Just a cold, all right?
He sighs, giving into her obstinance.
Sun-Mi sits down at the table across from him.
Woo-Jin............ I got your favorite. Hamburgers.
Sun-Mi.............. Thanks. (cough-cough)
He passes one of the paper bags to her.
Woo-Jin............ I just saw something interesting, in the atrium.
Sun-Mi.............. Oh?
Woo-Jin............ Shin Ki-Jong proposed to Lee Kyung-Hee this morning.
She stares at him, surprised ...
Sun-Mi.............. What?
Woo-Jin............ He dropped the engagement ring from the balcony with a parachute.
She smiles.
Sun-Mi.............. I didn't think Senior Shin was so romantic. (cough) Senior Lee must've been surprised.
Woo-Jin............ I suppose so ... Er, how about you?
Sun-Mi.............. Huh?
Woo-Jin............ Don't all women dream about an ideal engagement?
Sun-Mi.............. Yes, but ...
Woo-Jin............ What's yours?
Sun-Mi.............. It's nothing special. (cough) No parachutes or anything like that.
Woo-Jin............ Go on, tell me.
Sun-Mi looks down as she wistfully recalls ...
Sun-Mi.............. It happens at a nice restaurant, with champagne (cough) and live music softly playing ...
Woo-Jin............ Really romantic, right?
She nods.
Sun-Mi.............. He gives me a small box, saying "A present, for your birthday" ... (cough-cough)
....................... Just as I open the box, he kneels next to my chair and takes my hand.
Sun-Mi.............. Then he says (cough) "Marry me. I love you" as he slides the ring onto my finger.
He looks at her, puzzled.
Woo-Jin............ The guy doesn't even ask you first? That seems pretty arrogant.
Sun-Mi.............. There's no need, (cough)
She smiles.
Sun-Mi.............. He already knows, telepathically, in both my mind and my heart that I love him.
Woo-Jin............ You actually believe in telepathy?
Sun-Mi.............. Not really. It just makes a good story to think it's possible.
Woo-Jin looks at her ruefully.
Woo-Jin............ I'm sorry. You must be disappointed. You didn't get a proper proposal, or even your own ring.
Sun-Mi.............. Nonsense. Your Mom's ring is beautiful. (cough-cough) It's better to save the money now anyway.
She smiles, but he can see a sadness in her eyes.
Sun-Mi.............. Anyway (cough) it was just a silly daydream ...
Fumbling, she clumsily opens the paper lunch bag.
Sun-Mi.............. I'm hungry. Let's eat ...
SCENE: MBS Main Floor lift lobby, afternoon
AFTER LUNCH ...
Sun-Mi is waiting for a lift back up to the Announcer's office.
The doors open and people alight into the lobby.
When the lift car is empty, people start to board.
Sun-Mi is among the first inside, moving back as others enter the lift.
The doors start to close.
[ sound of high heels approaching in the lobby ]
Woman's voice.. (V.O.) Hold it please!
Someone presses the Door Open button, and the doors reverse.
Su-Jin walks up and boards the lift.
Every eye is fixed on her.
The doors close and the lift starts rising.
[ sound of mobile phone ringing ]
Su-Jin takes her phone out from her bag, flips it open, and puts it up to her ear.
Su-Jin............... Oppa? ... Yes. I just arrived.
In the back of the lift car, Sun-Mi shows interest in Su-Jin's call.
Su-Jin............... I wanted to say how special last night was. I barely slept a wink, thinking about it.
Knowing that Su-Jin must be talking to Hyung-Chul, Sun-Mi listens intently.
Su-Jin............... Not now. This isn't a place I can discuss personal matters ... When can we meet up?
Sun-Mi remembers her rooftop conversation with Su-Jin ...
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FLASHBACK [Scene from Episode 16]
Su-Jin............... I intend to marry Director Yoon ... and you're the person standing between 'me' and 'him' becoming 'us'.
Sun-Mi.............. You're mistaken. Director Yoon and I don't have that kind of relationship.
Su-Jin............... In that case, release him from his promise, so he can come back to me.
Sun-Mi.............. I can't choose for him -- It takes two to make love work. It doesn't matter how hard you try ...
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Sun-Mi's stomach starts to feel queasy, and she feels lightheaded.
She grips the safety bar tightly, leaning against the car wall for support.
Su-Jin............... Yes, I'll come up to your office right away ... Ciao.
Su-Jin puts the phone back into her bag as the car arrives at the next floor.
The doors open.
She steps off with several others, and the doors close again.
After Su-Jin is gone, the gossip starts up ...
Woman1........... The other day I saw that woman with Director Yoon Hyung-Chul. Who is she?
Woman2........... She's Park Su-Jin!
Woman1........... The top model?
Man................. And recent heiress.
Woman1........... It seems that Director Yoon has become quite the playboy lately.
Woman2........... Yes. First it was all those TV Announcers. It looks like he's moved up.
Man................. He can have any woman he wants, so why not go for the top?
The lift stops at the next floor, where some passengers get off and others get on.
Sun-Mi puts her hand up to her forehead and finds it hot and damp with perspiration.
She covers her mouth, then grimaces as her stomach heaves.
Sun-Mi.............. (Urp)
Other passengers in the lift turn to stare at her.
Those closest edge away when they see her sallow appearance.
The lift stops at the next floor and the doors open.
The other passengers move aside, clearing the way for Sun-Mi as she heaves again.
Sun-Mi.............. (Urp)
Hurriedly, she exits the lift car and dashes through the lobby, toward the women's washroom ...
SCENE: Women's washroom, afternoon
In the washroom, Sun-Mi enters an empty stall ...
[ vomiting sounds ]
[ flushing sounds ]
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
Su-Jin and Hyung-Chul are seated in the conference area of his office, facing across the coffee table ...
Su-Jin............... Oppa ... about last night ... I felt so ... words can hardly express ...
She pauses to gather her thoughts.
Su-Jin............... It's as if you were not just caressing the piano keys, but also myself, deep in my innermost being.
Seeing his nonplussed expression, she smiles bashfully.
Su-Jin............... That did come out a bit awkwardly, didn't it? What I meant, it was like you connected with my soul.
Hyung-Chul....... Aren't you exaggerating a little? We were only playing a duet.
Su-Jin............... Only? I thought it was more than that for you.
Hyung-Chul....... Why do you say that?
Su-Jin............... Because that's when I saw the same man I once knew back in London ...
She smiles as him.
Su-Jin............... Since we've met again, I've sensed a part of you is yearning for freedom from all this.
Hyung-Chul....... No, you're mistaken.
Su-Jin............... Am I? Or are you just denying the truth?
Seen through, he looks away and flashes a sheepish grin.
Hyung-Chul....... All right. Speaking honestly, there's moments I've thought that way. But it's daydreams, not reality.
Su-Jin............... Anything can be real, it you want and work for it hard enough.
Hyung-Chul....... Are you speaking about me, or yourself?
She nods at his perception.
Su-Jin............... To be honest, a little of both, I suppose.
Hyung-Chul....... I thought so ... Now, let's talk about why I called you up here today.
Su-Jin............... Yes?
Hyung-Chul....... Actually, since last night, I've been thinking about our relationship, too.
Her eyes light up in anticipation.
Hyung-Chul....... What if we did go back, to how it was in London? Only this time, without hidden pretenses ...
SCENE: MBS 7F lift lobby, afternoon
Feeling too ill to walk, Sun-Mi crouches on the floor, her back to the wall.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
People walk past, looking on curiously, but don't stop to help.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough)
Her cell phone rings. She checks the message...
Why aren't you at the emergency meeting? -- Kyung-Hee
Sun-Mi.............. (cough)
SCENE: MBS Conference Room, afternoon
The entire Eve's Morning team is assembled for the meeting, except Sun-Mi.
Jin-Soo beats his hand on the table as he stares fiercely across the table at Kyung-Hee and Ki-Jong.
Oblivious to Jin-Soo, they are acting lovey-dovey like a newly engaged couple.
Jin-Soo............. (whispering to himself) I will seek revenge!
Kyung-Hee sees Jin-Soo glaring at them and nudges Ki-Jong, who then looks up at Jin-Soo, too.
Jin-Soo continues to grumble to himself until the PD taps the table for attention.
PD................... What's going on with Sun-Mi? How come she's always so out of it?
....................... She's got to do her duty. Is there someone here who isn't busy?
Sun-Dal looks up ...
Sun-Dal............ This hasn't happened before, right?
PD................... The writer said that she's not even ready for her corner.
Sun-Dal............ Well, it's not a very important par t ...
Hyung-Chul curtly interrupts ...
Hyung-Chul....... No, you're wrong. Is there any part that isn't important? ...
[ sound of a door opening ]
Hyung-Chul stops talking to turn and look.
Sun-Mi opens the door and steps in, dipping her head apologetically.
Everyone stares at her.
Sun-Dal impatiently motions to Sun-Mi to come in and sit down.
She walks slowly over to an empty chair next to Jin-Soo.
Hyung-Chul looks directly at Sun-Mi as he continues speaking ...
Hyung-Chul....... Someone who decides that some parts are important and some not ...
....................... That kind of person is on our team and is a real disappointment to me.
Knowing he is talking about her, Sun-Mi stares at Hyung-Chul, embarrassed at being put on the spot by his criticism.
The PD gestures at Sun-Mi ...
PD................... Haven't got a watch?
Sun-Mi.............. (quietly) I'm really sorry.
Jin-Soo pulls Sun-Mi's jacket sleeve up to show her watch.
Hyung-Chul....... What we do is make promises with the people.
....................... Someone who can't even make it on time isn't needed in a broadcast station.
Totally embarrassed now, Sun-Mi looks away from Hyung-Chul and silently bears the brunt.
Kyung-Hee........ She's only sometimes late.
Hyung-Chul....... There's no 'sometimes' when you produce a show. OK, let's continue our meeting.
PD................... Yes ... Sun-Mi? You still have no idea for your section?
Sun-Mi.............. It's going to be done by tomorrow.
Hyung-Chul replies brusquely, without looking up ...
Hyung-Chul....... For sure?
Sun-Mi pauses before answering ...
Sun-Mi.............. Almost, I talked to the writer.
Hyung-Chul looks sternly at Sun-Mi, addressing her harshly ...
Hyung-Chul....... The day after tomorrow is the show time. Deciding tomorrow is too late.
Sun-Mi's lower lip starts trembling as she receives the reprimand.
Hyung-Chul....... Is there any other thing we can use as a substitute?
He scans around the table, looking for suggestions from anyone.
Young-Mi.......... We can play the segment on sports activities originally scheduled to air next week.
Hyung-Chul....... That's good. Let's make that for the next show.
Young-Mi.......... OK.
SCENE: MBS 7F Lift Lobby, afternoon
AFTER THE MEETING ...
Sun-Mi waits for Hyung-Chul outside the meeting room, in the corridor.
He stops when he sees her.
She looks at him uneasily, not sure what to say ...
He speaks to her curtly and impatiently ...
Hyung-Chul....... Announcer Jin? What is it now?
Sun-Mi.............. Senior? ... I ... (cough-cough) ... I wanted to explain ...
Hyung-Chul....... Can it wait until tomorrow? I'm very busy.
Sun-Mi.............. It would only be a few minutes.
With no good reason not to, reluctantly he concedes.
Hyung-Chul....... Okay, come on then ...
SCENE: Inside Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
In his office, Hyung-Chul sits at his desk, while Sun-Mi takes the side chair.
Uneasy from his gruff attitude, she tentatively raises the delicate matter between them ...
Sun-Mi.............. Senior, you know, about last night ...
Not wanting to be rehash the unpleasant events, he brusquely interrupts ...
Hyung-Chul....... Let's not get too personal at work ...
Turning in his chair, he faces Sun-Mi.
Hyung-Chul....... You think I was angry at you because of you and Woo-Jin? You're not thinking like that, right?
Sun-Mi doesn't reply. She just looks down, chin trembling, cowed under his scolding.
Hyung-Chul....... Of course not. Because we're not the only people who work here. Do your work properly, OK?
Sun-Mi.............. (hoarsely) OK.
Hyung-Chul....... You've asked me for many favors. I did close to all of them. But I hope you won't do it again.
Sun-Mi looks up at Hyung-Chul, surprised.
Hyung-Chul....... People already overlook your talent because I help you. Do you want them to keep thinking like that?
Sun-Mi.............. (quietly) I'm sorry ... I was just ...
She pauses to suppress a sob ...
Sun-Mi.............. I thought you might want to know about Young-Mi and Woo-Jin. I won't ask from now on.
Standing up to leave, Sun-Mi staggers, then turns back to Hyung-Chul ...
Sun-Mi.............. (quietly) I'm sorry.
Hyung-Chul watches her, saying nothing as she leaves the office.
SCENE: In the TV studio, afternoon
Sun-Mi goes to one of her hiding places to cry ... high up in a large TV studio's amphitheater seating.
Alone in the darkness, she sobs deeply, crying her heart out.
[ mobile phone ringing sound ]
Sun-Mi stops crying and wipes her eyes.
[ mobile phone ringing sound ]
She takes out her mobile and answers the call.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes?
Producer........... Where are you? It's almost time to start!
Sun-Mi.............. Oh! ... (cough-cough) I'll be right there.
Producer........... Sun-Mi? Are you all right?
Sun-Mi.............. Yes. Why?
Producer........... You don't sound like your usual self.
Sun-Mi.............. I'm fine. (cough) It's just a cold ... See you in a minute ... (cough)
The producer hangs up, cutting off the call.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
She returns the phone to her jacket pocket.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
She takes out the cough suppressant medicine, holding the bottle in her hand.
Woo-Jin............ (V.O.) Be careful! The pharmacist said no more than four capsules a day.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough) It's only cough medicine. (cough-cough) One or two more won't hurt anything ...
SCENE: Inside Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
Hyung-Chul is talking on his desk phone ...
Hyung-Chul....... I have to work late tonight.
Su-Jin............... (V.O.) No hurry. I won't get to the club until 7:00 PM.
Hyung-Chul....... Okay.
Su-Jin............... I have a new song we can play together.
Hyung-Chul....... All right. See you then.
Su-Jin............... Bye.
He hangs up the phone, and picks up a pen to start writing.
[ intercom buzzes ]
Hyung-Chul presses the TALK button.
Hyung-Chul....... Yes, Miss Lee?
Miss Lee........... (V.O.) Manager Kim Sun-Dal to see you.
Hyung-Chul....... Send him in. Thank you.
The door opens and Sun-Dal comes in, closing the door behind him.
Hyung-Chul....... What is it?
Sun-Dal parks himself on the arm of the couch beside Hyung-Chul's desk ...
Sun-Dal............ What got into you at the meeting with Sun-Mi? Are you two having another spat?
The question irritates Hyung-Chul, who immediately shifts the spotlight off himself.
Hyung-Chul....... Any one can see that Sun-Mi isn't focused on her work lately. What was I supposed to do?
Sun-Dal............ Uh ... Cut her some slack, instead of skewering her? She hasn't looked well all day.
Hyung-Chul....... It's not just about Sun-Mi being late. I want everyone on notice not to slack off their work.
Sun-Dal............ Why? Is there some problem?
Hyung-Chul....... If the ratings don't pick up soon, the program could be cancelled next season.
Sun-Dal is surprised to hear this.
Sun-Dal............ What? When did this happen?
Hyung-Chul....... Director Kim has as much as declared war. We'll be going head to head with Art Club.
Sun-Dal............ Playing hardball?
Hyung-Chul....... He's making an all-out effort to win the Board's votes for President.
Sun-Dal............ And this is your proxy war?
Hyung-Chul....... Exactly. It's him or me. There isn't funding to support two major programs like these.
Sun-Dal............ Then it is serious!
Hyung-Chul....... Yes. Between Art Club and Eve's Morning ... only one will survive ...
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
Sun-Mi is sitting at the microphones, talking with the producer, as the assistant producer looks on.
Producer........... Are you going to be OK? We have a recorded one.
Sun-Mi sits up straighter.
Producer........... If you really can't then that can work.
Sun-Mi smiles.
Sun-Mi.............. I'll be fine. Someone said that I'd better work harder.
The producer laughs briefly.
Producer........... Who is it? Who says you don't work hard?
Assistant........... It's because they can't do it as well as you. Did you just leave him be?
Sun-Mi smiles at that thought.
Producer........... Are you sure you can do it?
Sun-Mi nods.
Sun-Mi.............. I'm positive.
Producer........... OK, then, let's start.
She gets up and the assistant takes her place next to Sun-Mi.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes.
Assistant........... Yes.
Sun-Mi puts on her headphones.
A MINUTE LATER ...
From the control room the producer signals to Sun-Mi to start.
Sun-Mi.............. Friends ... (cough)
Tthe producer looks on anxiously, worried if Sun-Mi can really do the show.
Sun-Mi.............. Do you know the difference between a sneeze and a cough? That is a cough.
The producer exhales with relief.
Sun-Mi holds two cards in her hands as she reads from the first ...
Sun-Mi.............. Yes, the first letter is from Lee Jin-Kyung ...
....................... "Nobody likes solitude, but they are afraid of disappointments."
....................... I think there are some people who will be moved by this.
....................... Oh, Murakami Haruki said this, right?
SCENE: MBS tape editing room, evening
Woo-Jin is editing video tape as he listens to Sun-Mi's radio show ...
Sun-Mi.............. (V.O.) That quote is from his novel Norwegian Wood ...
[ knocking sound ]
Woo-Jin looks up to see Young-Mi standing at the closed door.
He waves her in, and turns off the radio.
She opens the door, stepping inside.
Young-Mi.......... Can we talk?
Woo-Jin............ About the tape?
She shakes her head.
Young-Mi.......... About us ...
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, evening
Hyung-Chul is working late at his desk.
He tries to focus on business matters, but can't put aside other thoughts ...
Sun-Mi.............. (V.O.) Senior, you know, about last night ... I wanted to explain ...
Su-Jin............... (V.O.) I've sensed a part of you is yearning for freedom from all this.
Sun-Dal............ (V.O.) Why not cut Sun-Mi some slack? ... She hasn't looked well all day.
Deciding to call it a night a bit earlier than he expected, he gets up to leave.
SCENE: MBS studio control room, evening
From the studio control room, the producer carefully watches Sun-Mi through the connecting window.
She turns to her tech assistant.
Producer........... Cue the commercial tape.
Sun-Mi.............. (V.O.) Now we have an interesting card from Park Hee-Young, that you won't want to miss!
Producer........... Ready ...
Sun-Mi.............. We'll be back in a few minutes, after this break.
Producer........... Cue!
The producer exhales with relief that another segment finished without incident.
But she can read the signs, and Sun-Mi is visibly struggling ...
Producer........... Get that backup tape ready, just in case.
Tech................ Yes.
SCENE: MBS studio sound room, evening
Sun-Mi and the assistant producer talk during the commercial break.
Sun-Mi.............. We're running a little behind (cough) so let's skip Han Su-Lee's card for tomorrow. (cough)
Assistant........... Yes.
Sun-Mi.............. (cough-cough)
Assistant........... Sun-Mi, are you feeling okay?
Sun-Mi smiles to show she is fine.
Sun-Mi.............. I just have a cold. (cough-cough) It's nothing.
Assistant........... That cough sound pretty bad.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes. I have some medicine to take for it.
Assistant........... There's still two minutes left. Can I get you a glass of water?
Sun-Mi.............. Thanks. That's nice of you.
The assistant stands up.
Assistant........... Back in a minute ...
SCENE: MBS atrium balcony, evening
After hours, the atrium is dark and empty.
Woo-Jin and Young-Mi stand on the balcony, talking.
Woo-Jin............ What did you want to say?
Young-Mi.......... Last night, after you left, I did a lot of thinking, about what a mess I've made of my life ...
Young-Mi.......... Chasing success, and fame, and money ... forgetting what is most important.
Woo-Jin............ Good for you. But what does that have to do with me?
Young-Mi.......... Now I know -- after doing everything wrong -- that being with you was what I had right.
Woo-Jin............ You want to get back together? Isn't it too late? I'm to be married in a few days.
Young-Mi.......... You'll marry a woman who doesn't love you, when one who does is standing in front of you?
Woo-Jin............ Young-Mi ...
Young-Mi.......... I know you're fond of Sun-Mi. Who isn't? But can she satisfy your needs?
She steps closer, placing her palms on his lapels.
Young-Mi.......... Can she completely give herself to you ... and you alone?
She slowly moves her hands up, encircling his neck.
Young-Mi.......... Or will you always share her affections with Director Yoon?
Woo-Jin............ I ...
Young-Mi.......... Do you think she can be happy with you, while pining for another man?
She brings her face up close to his, gazing deeply into his eyes.
Young-Mi.......... If you care for Sun-Mi, do the right thing ...
Woo-Jin............ Er ...
Young-Mi.......... Call off the wedding ... Make Sun-Mi happy ... And make yourself happy ... with me ...
Young-Mi brings her lips to his and kisses him.
Woo-Jin stares back at her, as if entranced.
Slowly he raises his arms to embrace Young-Mi.
Exultant in her conquest, she smiles enticingly at him.
He attempts to kiss her, but she holds him off.
Young-Mi.......... (huskily) Not here. Somewhere more private ...
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
In the radio studio's sound room, Sun-Mi continues her program ...
Sun-Mi.............. Next is Jung Hae-Yoon from Su-Cho. Your boyfriend went off to the army?
Sun-Mi.............. Oh, she cried over the letter. Ms. Jung, please don't cry ...
....................... You know, shedding tears could dehydrate your body.
....................... It's bad for your health. That's why I never cry ...
Meanwhile, nearby ...
[ Studios No. 2 and No. 3 ]
SCENE: MBS radio studio, evening
[ sounds of passionate kissing ]
Hyung-Chul waits for a lift down, watching as the floor numbers change ...
... 6 ... 7 ... 8 ... 9 ...
[ chime sounds ]
The lift doors slide open.
He steps inside the car and presses the button for the lower level.
As the lift descends, Hyung-Chul ponders his recent incidents with Sun-Mi ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene from Episode 16]
Hyung-Chul. You think I was angry at you because of you and Woo-Jin? You're not thinking like that, right?
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Hyung-Chul....... (V.O.) Of course I was angry ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene from Episode 17]
Hyung-Chul....... Knowing you're happy together with Woo-Jin ... I think that finally, I can let you go.
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Hyung-Chul....... (V.O.) Angry for lying to her ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene from Episode 17]
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Hyung-Chul....... (V.O.) And sending her out of my life ...
SCENE: MBS parking garage, evening
In the parking garage, Hyung-Chul walks to his car, still brooding over Sun-Mi.
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's club, evening
At Hyung-Chul's club, Su-Jin has already arrived, and is playing the piano.
[ melodic sounds of soft piano music ]
INTERCUT SCENES: Hyung-Chul's car / MBS radio studio
HYUNG-CHUL'S CAR
After starting his car, Hyung-Chul turns on the radio to 91.9 FM to Sun-Mi's program.
Sun-Mi.............. (V.O. on the radio) Being loved by someone you love deeply, how does that feel?
Hyung-Chul drives off.
Sun-Mi.............. Those who are eager to answer this question quickly ...
MBS RADIO STUDIO
Perspiration beads Sun-Mi's brow as she continues the program.
Fighting back nausea, she reads on ...
Sun-Mi.............. You've got to know how blessed you are ...
HYUNG-CHUL'S CAR
Hyung-Chul is driving on a street, listening to Sun-Mi's program.
Sun-Mi.............. ... (V.O. on the radio) No matter how much people say a one-sided crush is still love ...
Sun-Mi ............. You can't clap with only one hand ...
MBS RADIO STUDIO
At the microphone, Sun-Mi struggles to continue.
Sun-Mi.............. The last song for tonight is ...
She faints, collapsing onto the table.
HYUNG-CHUL'S CAR
Puzzled by the sudden silence on the radio, Hyung-Chul tries another station, MBC FM 95.9, which is operating normally.
[ sound of music playing ]
He switches back to FM 91.9 but there is still no sound.
Checking his watch, he realizes that something is wrong, as it is not time for the program to end.
Alarmed, Hyung-Chul does a quick U-turn, tires squealing, and speeds back to the station.
INTERCUT SCENES: MBS radio studio / Tape editing room, evening
STUDIO CONTROL ROOM
The production team is in disaster recovery mode ...
In the sound recording room, the assistant producer stands at Sun-Mi's side, trying to rouse her.
Producer........... (speaking into the mic) What's going on?!
Assistant........... She doesn't respond!
The producer looks over to her tech at the mixer and barks out instructions ...
Producer........... Switch to a commercial tape! Then cue Segment 3 on the backup ... I'm going in to help.
Tech................ Yes.
The producer hurries out the door.
STUDIO SOUND ROOM
The producer comes into the studio.
Sun-Mi stirs, moans, and raises her head.
Sun-Mi.............. What happened?
The producer helps Sun-Mi remove her headset, then sits down next to her.
Producer........... You fainted. Do you want me to call an ambulance?
Sun-Mi shakes her head.
Sun-Mi.............. No need. I'm just a bit dizzy, and have a stomach ache. I'll call my friend to send me.
She picks up her mobile, and keys in a number. Putting the phone to her ear, she waits to connect.
[ sound of ringing phone ]
TAPE EDITING ROOM
In the editing room, Woo-Jin's mobile sits on the desktop.
[ buzzing sound ]
STUDIO SOUND ROOM
Sun-Mi is listening on her mobile to the answering service ...
Female voice..... (V.O.) The person you are trying to reach is not available. Please leave a message.
Sun-Mi.............. Woo-Jin? (cough) Can you come to Studio 1 right now? I ... I'm not feeling so well.
Producer........... You're sure you don't want the ambulance?
Sun-Mi.............. My friend will come soon. (cough-cough) I'm sure of it.
Assistant........... You don't look good at all ... I'll help you over to the couch.
Producer........... I'll get a glass of water.
Sun-Mi.............. (barely audible) Yes.
Gripping her arm, the assistant helps Sun-Mi to stand up.
With the assistant's help, Sun-Mi is slowly walking over to the couch, when she clutches her stomach in pain.
Sun-Mi.............. Uhhhh ...
She wavers unsteadily for a second, then her legs give out. She falls onto the couch.
Assistant........... Sun-Mi?! ... Jin Sun-Mi! Can you hear me?!
Alerted by her assistant, the producer turns back at the studio door.
Seeing Sun-Mi in a faint, she waves at the tech assistant in the control room to get his attention.
Producer........... Hurry! Call an ambulance!
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To Be Continued...