All About Eve 'Uncut' -- A Spring Apart
by AAEfanatic
Episode 17B
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, late night
SCENE: Woo-Jin's bedroom, late night
SCENE: Exterior of Woo-Jin's home, early morning
SCENE: Foyer of Woo-Jin's home, early morning
SCENE: Woo-Jin's bedroom, early morning
SCENE: Hospital exterior, early morning
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
SCENE: Woo-Jin's living room, early morning
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
SCENE: Hospital corridor, early morning
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
SCENE: MBS Announcer 1 Team office, morning
SCENE: MBS conference room, morning
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, afternoon
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
SCENE: Hospital exterior, evening
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, evening
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, evening
SCENE: Airport runway, evening
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
SCENE: Airplane in flight, evening
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
SCENE: Hospital corridor, evening
Act 1
Young-Mi enters the street bar, looking for Woo-Jin.
She sees him at a table, drinking alone.
He doesn't notice her until she comes up to the table and sits down across from him.
Woo-Jin looks up. He is obviously drunk.
Woo-Jin............ You came?
He raises his glass to down another shot of soju, but Young-Mi grabs his wrist to stop him.
Young-Mi.......... Oppa! That's enough!
Woo-Jin............ Leave me alone!
Wresting his wrist free, he downs the shot.
Young-Mi.......... Let me take you home.
Woo-Jin............ By home, do you mean your place, or mine?
She smiles at him.
Young-Mi.......... It's your choice. Shall we pick up where we left off earlier?
Her question reminds him again how he'd betrayed Sun-Mi's trust ... and the consequences ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene in this Episode]
Radio Studio 2
Young-Mi.......... Why don't we meet up later, at my place?
Radio Studio 1 Control Room
Woo-Jin............ I'm looking for Jin Sun-Mi?
Producer........... Someone already came and took Sun-Mi to the hospital.
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Woo-Jin............ Just go away!
Young-Mi.......... Oppa ...
Woo-Jin............ I hate you!
Young-Mi.......... Why? You think I'm doing this because of the tape? Is that it?
Woo-Jin............ Give me another reason. Just one! ... Can you?
Young-Mi.......... Umm ...
Woo-Jin............ I thought so. But what does it matter? ... Let's go.
He struggles up onto his feet.
Young-Mi.......... Oppa! Be careful!
She quickly stands up, taking his arm to steady him.
He turns his head to look into her eyes.
Woo-Jin............ Since we're both cheaters and liars ... Maybe we do deserve each other ...
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, late night
While Sun-Mi sleeps, Hyung-Chul waits for her father to come ...
Watching over her, he recalls her request from the day she first told him she might marry Woo-Jin ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene in Episode 16]
Hyung-Chul....... Until that happens, I won't give up. Like I said, I'll wait for you ... I promise!
Sun-Mi.............. I appreciate that, Senior. But I won't hold you to such a promise ... Instead I'll ask another ...
Sun-Mi.............. From now on, ignore me ... ....................... Don't speak to me, or call me, or leave me cards ... ....................... Don't even look at me, and ... please erase all the pictures you've taken of me with your eyes ...
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He knows he must do the right thing and honor her wishes.
That delaying further will not make it easier, but harder, as her wedding day comes nearer.
Hyung-Chul....... I'll do as you asked, Sun-Mi ... I'll stop waiting for you.
....................... I won't speak to you or look at you affectionately, our contact will be non-personal.
....................... But the pictures in my mind are indelible, I can't erase them.
....................... Instead, I will do my utmost to erase you from my heart ...
SCENE: Woo-Jin's bedroom, late night
Young-Mi staggers into Woo-Jin's bedroom, carrying his weight with his arm over her shoulders.
Young-Mi.......... Be careful!
Woo-Jin............ (inaudible grumbling)
She helps him to the bed.
He sits heavily onto it, and attempts taking off his jacket.
Young-Mi.......... Here ... let me help.
She removes his jacket.
Inebriated, Woo-Jin stares at her dully.
She turns away to drape it over his desk chair.
When she turns back, Woo-Jin is laying flat on his back, passed out.
Young-Mi sits on the bed next to him, thinking over their exchange at the street bar ...
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FLASHBACK� [Previous scene in Episode 17]
Woo-Jin............ Go away ... I hate you!
Young-Mi.......... You think I'm doing this because of the tape? Is that it?
Woo-Jin............ Give me another good reason. Just one! ... Can you?
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She moves a lock of unkempt hair clear of Woo-Jin's eyes, and tenderly touches his cheek.
Young-Mi.......... Oppa, did you ever think ... it's because I love you?
SCENE: Exterior of Woo-Jin's home, early morning
Dawn is breaking as Jin-Suk returns from managing the red-eye shift at her 24-hour convenience store.
SCENE: Foyer of Woo-Jin's home, early morning
Jin-Suk enters the front door vestibule of her house.
There, she sees a woman's high heel pumps with Woo-Jin's loafers.
The implication is clear ...
Jin-Suk............. Sun-Mi? Overnight? Again?
She smiles.
Jin-Suk............. With getting married in a few days, they must have a lot to do.
Bending down, she aligns the shoes in pairs, then changes into slippers.
Entering the living room, Jin-Suk finds no one there.
Looking over at Woo-Jin's closed bedroom door, she recalls Sun-Mi's ardent denials ...
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FLASHBACK [Previous scene from Episode 16]
Jin-Suk............. I expect this kind of behavior from someone like Young-Mi, not you!
Sun-Mi.............. It's not like it looks ...
Sun-Mi.............. Actually, nothing happened, Aunty. You have to believe me!
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And repeats her own conclusions with a knowing grin ...
Jin-Suk............. "If not this time, next time. Or the time after. I know how it goes."
....................... Eventually something is bound to happen when a man and woman are alone together.
She debates whether to check in on the couple, or not ...
Jin-Suk............. They're both adults. It's their decision ...
Until curiosity wins over.
Jin-Suk............. But ... they'll be leaving for work later. I'll just ask if they want breakfast.
SCENE: Woo-Jin's bedroom, early morning
Young-Mi lays awake atop the bed covers next to Woo-Jin, watching him sleep.
[ soft knock on the door ]
Startled, Young-Mi turns to look.
Jin-Suk............. (V.O.) Woo-Jin?
Instantly on alert, Young-Mi sits up, prepared to defend herself, recalling her last confrontation with Jin-Suk ...
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FLASHBACK [Previous scene from Episode 14]
Jin-Suk....... You bring my son now or your broadcasting career is over. I'll ... ruin everything! You don't think I can?!
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FLASHBACK [Previous scene from Episode 14]
Young-Mi.... I wanted to seek revenge on you because you hated me ...
Young-Mi.... I did it for revenge ... because I hated Sun-Mi too.
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[ louder knock on the door ]
Jin-Suk............. (V.O.) Woo-Jin? ... Come out soon. I'll make breakfast.
A twisted grin curls Young-Mi's lips as a scheme takes shape in her mind ...
SCENE: Hospital exterior, early morning
Sunrise at the hospital ...
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
Dawn finds Hyung-Chul asleep beside Sun-Mi's bed.
[ quiet knocking sound ]
The sound stirs Hyung-Chul, he instantly awakens.
Turning to look, he sees Gwi-Sung standing at the doorway.
Gwi-Sung motions for them to go out.
As Hyung-Chul leaves, he pauses to look back and take a final picture of Sun-Mi with his eyes ...
SCENE: Woo-Jin's living room, early morning
The door to Woo-Jin's bedroom opens, and Young-Mi comes out.
She has changed into one of Woo-Jin's dress shirts, and mussed her hair as if she'd just awoken.
Jin-Suk is in the kitchen, preparing breakfast.
Hearing the bedroom door close, she turns, expecting Woo-Jin ...
Jin-Suk............. Young-Mi! ... It ...it's you?! ... Here? With Woo-Jin?
Young-Mi.......... Who did you think he'd be with? Jin Sun-Mi?
Young-Mi's flippant attitude makes Jin-Suk see red ...
Jin-Suk............. What did you do with my son?
Young-Mi.......... He's resting now. After coming back from the bar, we had a 'busy' night.
Furious, Jin-Suk slams down the ladle in her hand and charges aggressively toward Young-Mi.
Jin-Suk............. (shouting) You bitch! ... Get out of my house! Get out, now!
But Young-Mi is prepared and stands her ground.
Young-Mi.......... Woo-Jin invited me here, not you. I'll leave when he tells me.
Jin-Suk............. Did you hear me?! Go, or I'll drag you out to the street!
She reaches for Young-Mi's head, grabbing for her hair.
Anticipating her move, Young-Mi grabs the older woman's arms first and holds her off.
Young-Mi.......... Did you think forcing Woo-Jin to marry Jin Sun-Mi, could make him love her, too? ...
....................... But he loves only me, and there's nothing you can do to change that. Isn't it a pity?
She shoves Jin-Suk away, ending their tussle, but not her taunts ...
Young-Mi.......... Poor Sun-Mi, doomed to marry a man driven to drink and despair.
....................... Facing a life of anguish because another woman owns her husband's heart.
She smiles wickedly.
Young-Mi.......... And who has caused her suffering? ... You!
Her taunts fluster Jin-Suk. She staggers over to the couch and sits down helplessly.
Jin-Suk............. Why? ... why are you doing this?
Young-Mi.......... To you and Sun-Mi I'm just an evil 'weed'. You're both only getting what you asked for.
Jin-Suk............. How dare you!
Young-Mi smirks at Jin-Suk contemptuously.
Young-Mi.......... Let's make a deal. I'll give you back your precious son, if you kneel before me.
....................... You and Sun-Mi kneel to me in front of Woo-Jin and beg for my forgiveness!
Jin-Suk............. I'll never kneel to someone like you!
Young-Mi.......... Then there's nothing more to say now ... but take your time to think it over.
....................... While I go back to be with your son ...
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
Sun-Mi awakens and looks around, puzzling over where she is.
Then she notices the empty chair by the bed ...
SCENE: Hospital corridor, early morning
In the corridor outside Sun-Mi's room, Hyung-Chul talking with Gwi-Sung ...
Gwi-Sung.......... I appreciate your help.
Hyung-Chul....... Please go ahead.
Gwi-Sung.......... Thanks.
Gwi-Sung goes into the room and closes the door.
Hyung-Chul slowly walks away, down the corridor, rubbing his eyes tiredly.
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, early morning
Gwi-Sung enters the room and sees Sun-Mi is awake in bed.
Gwi-Sung.......... Daughter!
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy!
Shedding tears, Gwi-Sung embraces Sun-Mi.
Gwi-Sung.......... All the time I was coming back, I worried over you!
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, don't cry. I'm fine. (cough) Really, I am.
Hearing the cough, he ends the embrace and looks at her with concern.
Gwi-Sung.......... If you're fine, then why are you in the hospital?
Sun-Mi.............. Umm ... actually I'm not sure. (cough-cough) The last I remember was being in the radio studio.
Gwi-Sung.......... Did you know that Director Yoon brought you here?
Sun-Mi.............. Director Yoon? (cough) Why would he do that?
Gwi-Sung.......... Does it matter? Just be grateful. This way, the doctors could do some tests on your condition.
Sun-Mi.............. (irked) There's nothing wrong with me! Just a cold and an upset stomach.
Gwi-Sung.......... I'm going to see the doctor now, to hear what he has to say.
But Sun-Mi is obstinate ...
Sun-Mi.............. There's no need. I feel fine! (cough) I'm going to work now. They can't keep me here!
Gwi-Sung.......... Sun-Mi ...
Sun-Mi.............. I'll (cough-cough) get dressed now. Do you know where they put my clothes?
....................... I suppose Senior forgot to bring my bag, too. Why did he have to get involved? ...
Listening to her determination to get her own way -- despite the risk to her health -- adds to Gwi-Sung's concern.
Sun-Mi.............. Such a fuss over nothing! Really, what are people at work going to think?
....................... Daddy, you'd think I was ...
Finally, he puts his foot down, scolding her like a spoilt child ...
Gwi-Sung.......... Jin -- Sun -- Mi! -- That -- is -- enough! ... Quiet!
Taken aback by her father's uncharacteristic outburst, Sun-Mi shuts up.
But she makes it clear by her expression that she is upset at being told what to do.
Gwi-Sung.......... You stay here until I return. Don't set a foot outside this bed!
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy!
Gwi-Sung.......... I'm serious! Do you understand me?!
Sun-Mi.............. (meekly) Yes, Daddy.
He takes her hand in his left hand, and pats it with his right as he speaks ...
Gwi-Sung.......... If everything is fine as you insist, I'll take you home, and then you can go to work.
Sun-Mi.............. Yes, Daddy.
SCENE: MBS Announcer 1 Team office, morning
Joo-Hee is talking on her desk phone ...
Joo-Hee............ Jin Sun-Mi? What is this? ... You should have told us if you weren't feeling well.
Joo-Hee............ You fainted in the middle of a broadcast!
Kyung-Hee walks into the office.
Joo-Hee............ Yes, please, take care, OK? ... OK. Don't worry.
Joo-Hee hangs up the phone.
Kyung-Hee walks over to Joo-Hee's desk to talk with her.
Kyung-Hee........ How is she?
Joo-Hee looks annoyed ...
Joo-Hee............ She's sick, that's why she is in the hospital ... She's so much trouble.
Kyung-Hee smiles at Joo-Hee.
Kyung-Hee........ You look like you're concerned.
Kyung-Hee walks over by her own desk.
Joo-Hee laughs, smiling back.
Joo-Hee............ What? I'm not allowed to worry about her?
Kyung-Hee........ I guess this is the first time we ever liked the same thing.
Kyung-Hee sits down at her desk.
Joo-Hee smiles, then starts to get up.
Joo-Hee............ I'd better go now.
She stands and looks over at Kyung-Hee.
Joo-Hee............ Senior, I like your ring. That's so pretty. Congratulations.
Kyung-Hee looks at the ring, pleased at Joo-Hee's unexpected compliment.
Kyung-Hee........ Hmm ...
Joo-Hee starts to walk out.
Kyung-Hee smiles at Joo-Hee, showing her willingness to put aside their differences for a new start.
Kyung-Hee........ Wait, Yoo Joo-Hee. Coffee please?
Joo-Hee smiles back at Kyung-Hee, accepting her offer.
Joo-Hee............ Yes.
SCENE: MBS conference room, morning
The Eve's Morning team is gathered for the regular production meeting ...
Sun-Dal............ As you all probably know by now, Jin Sun-Mi is out for the near term.
Kyung-Hee........ Who will take her corner?
Sun-Dal............ Young-Mi will cover for her tomorrow, like today. But after that, Jin-Soo, it's your job.
Jin-Soo............. Yes. I got it.
Sun-Dal............ Any questions?
Jin-Soo............. The Gala segments begin tomorrow. With Sun-Mi out, who will wear the mascot costume?
Sun-Dal............ As I just said, you're covering for Sun-Mi.
Jin-Soo............. (gulps) You want me to wear that silly costume? No way!
Ki-Jong............. Why not? It was your idea in the first place.
Jin-Soo............. Yes ... but ...
PD................... Let's all give it up to the new mascot for the Gala!
Laughing, everyone begins to applaud, except Jin-Soo, who frowns petulantly.
Boosted by their encouragement, Jin-Soo smiles, then starts clapping along, too.
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, afternoon
Gwi-Sung enters the room and offers Sun-Mi a plastic cup half filled with water.
Gwi-Sung.......... Here, drink more.
She waves it off irritably, demonstrating her unhappiness at being forced to stay in the hospital.
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, I've had (cough-cough) enough!
Gwi-Sung.......... How do you feel?
Sun-Mi.............. I feel fine! Why do you keep asking me the same thing again and again?
Gwi-Sung.......... Waiting for the test results is making me nervous, I suppose.
Sun-Mi.............. Just sit down. You're making me nervous, too.
He sits down in the bedside chair and places the cup on the adjacent table.
Sun-Mi.............. Worrying won't help, Daddy. It just tires you out.
Gwi-Sung.......... How can I not worry? You're my precious daughter and you're sick.
Sun-Mi.............. The doctor confirmed it's just a cold. (cough) Nothing serious.
Gwi-Sung.......... A cold AND a stomach ulcer! How can someone so young have an ulcer?
He raises a fist and brandishes it threateningly.
Gwi-Sung.......... I'll punish that Director Yoon big time, for putting my daughter under so much stress!
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, it's not his fault! Remember, the doctor said ulcers are usually caused by bacteria, not stress?
Gwi-Sung.......... But if you weren't working so hard, maybe the bacteria wouldn't have infected you!
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, I said it's not his fault, so just stop it!
He smiles at his daughter's defense.
Gwi-Sung.......... Taking his side again? How ...
[ light knock on the door ]
Doctor Kim Bo-Nam enters the room.
Gwi-Sung, when he sees the doctor, stands in greeting.
Gwi-Sung.......... Doctor Kim, do you have the test results?
Bo-Nam's face is grim.
Bo-Nam............ The tests confirmed that the your daughter has peritonitis from a perforated peptic ulcer.
Gwi-Sung.......... Eh?
Bo-Nam............ The ulcer made a hole in the stomach wall, and caused an infection of the abdominal cavity.
Gwi-Sung.......... What are you planning to do?
Bo-Nam............ We'll start a stronger antibiotic, and have immediate surgery to repair the perforation.
....................... Any delay increases the risk that her condition will become worse.
Gwi-Sung glances briefly at Sun-Mi, to see if she is taking this in, �then returns his attention back to the doctor.
Gwi-Sung.......... Is there any other option, besides surgery?
Bo-Nam............ No need to worry. This is a common procedure and quite safe. Besides, there is another concern ...
....................... During the endoscopy, we also found a gastrinoma.
Gwi-Sung.......... A what?
Bo-Nam............ A type of tumor. It's likely the excessive acid it produces contributed to the perforation.
....................... We can remove it, too, during the surgery, to do a biopsy for cancer.
Surprised, Gwi-Sung blinks.
Gwi-Sung.......... Cancer? Sun-Mi's still so young. It can't be possible, right?
Bo-Nam............ Unfortunately, for the size of the tumor, there's about a 50% probability it is cancerous.
Stunned by the grave prognosis, Gwi-Sung sits back down in the chair in a daze.
Noticing her father's reaction, Sun-Mi speaks up.
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy? Are you all right? ... Doctor Kim, can you get my Daddy a glass of water?
Gradually recovering, Gwi-Sung shakes off his stupor.
Gwi-Sung.......... No need to fuss! I'm fine ...
He looks up at Bo-Nam, his eyes desperate.
Gwi-Sung.......... Please, take care of my daughter, Doctor Kim. I'm entrusting her to you.
Bo-Nam nods solemnly.
Bo-Nam............ I'll do my best, Mister Jin. We all will.
Gwi-Sung.......... Yes. Of course.
Bo-Nam............ Dr. Tong, a specialist in abdominal surgery, is available later today. I'll make the arrangements.
Gwi-Sung.......... Thank you, Doctor Kim.
Bo-nam............ Now, if you'll excuse me, I have another appointment.
After the doctor leaves, Gwi-Sung turns to Sun-Mi ...
Gwi-Sung.......... See? It wasn't nothing. Surgery is a serious matter, even if it is routine.
Sun-Mi.............. (grumpily) Yes, Daddy.
Gwi-Sung.......... Listen to your doctors. Be a good girl, and do everything they order. No exceptions!
Sun-Mi.............. Yes, Daddy, I will ...
She smiles impishly.
Sun-Mi.............. I'll be a verrrry good girl from now on. I promise!
He smiles at her joking.
Gwi-Sung.......... That's better.
But Sun-Mi still has a concern on her mind ...
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, what happened earlier?
Gwi-Sung.......... It's nothing.
She puts on a solemn face ...
Sun-Mi.............. It wasn't nothing. I won't have any peace of mind for the surgery, until you tell me.
Gwi-Sung.......... Okay.
He sighs, and relents ...
Gwi-Sung.......... I'm not sure I can deal with this -- The possibility of losing you, like I lost your mother, to cancer.
Sun-Mi.............. Nothing's certain yet. We have to stay positive, and not give up hope. Right?
He smiles weakly.
Gwi-Sung.......... I should be strong for you, but instead you're being strong for me.
Sun-Mi.............. It's easier to be strong now, when I can tell myself that everything will be all right.
....................... What's harder to accept is that if I leave first, Daddy, that you'll be alone.
Gwi-Sung.......... I told you, this isn't the time for you to worry about me.
Sun-Mi.............. How can I not worry? You're my precious Daddy.
He grins widely.
Gwi-Sung.......... You're copying me, right?
She smiles back.
Sun-Mi.............. You need to stop delaying and marry Auntie. Then I won't have to worry!
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, afternoon
Hyung-Chul is talking with his secretary, Miss Lee.
Hyung-Chul....... Let me know the flight numbers and times as soon as you book the tickets.
Miss Lee........... Yes, Sir. I'll get right at it.
She leaves his office, closing the door.
Hyung-Chul picks up the desk phone handset, and keys in a number.
Putting the handset to his ear, he waits.
[ sound of phone ringing ]
Su-Jin............... (V.O.) Hello?
Hyung-Chul....... How would you like to take a holiday away?
Su-Jin............... Today?
Hyung-Chul....... Yes. We're leaving in a couple of hours.
Su-Jin............... That's barely time to pack!
Hyung-Chul....... I'll text you the flight info, and meet you there at the gate.
Su-Jin............... Er ... is there anything more I should know?
Hyung-Chul....... Just the old adage, "Never look a gift horse in the mouth" ...
SCENE: Hospital exterior, evening
Meanwhile, at the hospital, Sun-Mi scheduled surgery is imminent ...
SCENE: Sun-Mi's hospital room, evening
Gwi-Sung and Sun-Mi are waiting together.
Gwi-Sung.......... I'll call Ms. Song and Woo-Jin, and let them know.
Sun-Mi.............. Don't bother, Daddy. It's no big deal. The doctor said this is a routine operation.
....................... They'll just worry unnecessarily, like you. I already have enough trouble to deal with!
Gwi-Sung.......... Still ...
Sun-Mi.............. I'll call everyone tomorrow, so they know I'm fine. Okay?
Gwi-Sung.......... (sighs reluctantly) Sure, if that's what you want.
Two orderlies enter the room.
Orderly............. It's time to go.
Gwi-Sung stands and moves the bedside chair aside.
The orderlies ready Sun-Mi's hospital bed for the trip to surgery.
Gwi-Sung grasps her hand.
Gwi-Sung.......... I'll go with you.
She smiles to encourage him.
Sun-Mi.............. No, Daddy, stay here. It's more comfortable. I'll be fine.
One of the orderlies clears his throat to get their attention.
Orderly............. We need to go now, Sir.
Reluctantly, Gwi-Sung gives Sun-Mi's hand one last squeeze before he releases it.
Gwi-Sung.......... I'll see you soon then, Sun-Mi.
But she motions to the orderly, to wait.
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, how much will you miss me?
Tears wet his eyes, as he plays along with the familiar parting ritual done since she was a small child ...
Gwi-Sung.......... Higher than the sky, and deeper than the ocean!
Although she smiles brightly, tears now roll in her eyes, too.
Sun-Mi.............. Really? ... Will you really miss me?
Gwi-Sung nods, smiling encouragingly as he always had, so she wouldn't be afraid.
Gwi-Sung.......... Yes, I'll miss you, Sun-Mi, until we're together again.
Sun-Mi waves back, as she always had, to show she is brave.
Sun-Mi.............. Daddy, I'll see you soon!
Then spontaneously, she adds something new ...
Sun-Mi.............. When you miss me, Daddy, remember I love you.
The orderlies move Sun-Mi's bed to the door as Gwi-Sung trails behind.
He stops at the door, watching as they push the bed down the corridor and around a corner.
SCENE: Hyung-Chul's office, evening
Hyung-Chul picks up a report from his desk.
He yawns as he idly flips through the pages, unable to concentrate.
Finally, his eyes gradually close and his head droops as he succumbs to sleep.
[ intercom buzzes ]
The sound startles him back to alertness.
He presses the TALK button ...
Hyung-Chul....... Yes?
Miss Lee........... (V.O.) Manager Kim Sun-Dal is here.
Hyung-Chul....... Send him in, and please bring coffee.
Miss Lee........... Yes, Director.
The door opens, and Sun-Dal enters, looking harried.
Hyung-Chul smiles tiredly. He can tell when his friend and subordinate is dealing with workplace issues.
Hyung-Chul....... Have a seat. You look tired.
Sun-Dal............ You don't look so good yourself.
Sun-Dal walks over to the couch and sits down on the upholstered arm.
Hyung-Chul....... Any update on Sun-Mi?
Sun-Dal............ Not since I spoke with her father this morning, when he told me about her stomach ulcer.
Hyung-Chul....... I supposed he'd contact you, if there was something important.
Sun-Dal............ Why not call him yourself?
Hyung-Chul....... I can't look too involved. Sending Sun-Mi to the hospital has started tongues wagging already.
Miss Lee appears at the door, bearing two coffee cups, which she deposits on the desk in front of the men.
Hyung-Chul....... Thank you.
She leaves, closing the door.
Sun-Dal............ What do you want to do about Sun-Mi's corner?
Hyung-Chul....... It's a good opportunity to try new candidates for the slot.
Sun-Dal............ Why? Do you think she'll take the News At Nine after Joo-Hee?
Hyung-Chul....... If not her, then it'll be Huh Young-Mi, and Sun-Mi will be the main co-host for Eve's Morning.
Sun-Dal............ Okay, I'll draw up a list.
Hyung-Chul....... Keep it quiet for now. No need to start rumors.
Sun-Dal............ Understood.
He moves to stand up, but Hyung-Chul motions for him to wait.
Hyung-Chul....... One more thing ...
Sun-Dal drops into the chair again.
Hyung-Chul....... I'll need you to cover for me a few days while I'm away.
Sun-Dal............ When did this come up?
Hyung-Chul....... Last night.
Sun-Dal............ Business trip?
Hyung-Chul....... You might say so. I have something I need to focus on, so don't try to contact me.
Sun-Dal............ Even in an emergency?
Hyung-Chul....... For any reason. I'll deal with it when I come back.
Sun-Dal............ Um ... okay ... but ...
Sun-Dal looks questioningly at Hyung-Chul, hoping for more information.
Hyung-Chul....... That's all I can say now. I'll tell you more later.
Sun-Dal............ I get it. But why all the secrecy? Can you at least tell me where you're going?
SCENE: Airport runway, evening
A jet airliner taxies for takeoff at Gimpo Airport.
Flight attendant. (V.O.) This is Asiana flight 8911 to Jeju. Our flight time will be about 70 minutes ...
Meanwhile, on a street near the MBS studios ...
Young-Mi.......... Heard anything about Sun-Mi?
Woo-Jin............ Mr. Jin hasn't called, so I suppose she's all right.
Young-Mi.......... Good. So you don't have to worry about her, we can enjoy our evening together, right?
Woo-Jin............ Look ... What happened last night, it can't happen again.
Young-Mi.......... If two people are attracted to each other, why is it wrong?
Woo-Jin............ You saw how furious Mom was.
Young-Mi.......... Why does it always involve your mother!?
Woo-Jin............ Young-Mi ...
Young-Mi.......... She misunderstood the situation and jumped to conclusions, because she doesn't like me.
He sighs, seeing this is going nowhere, and moves on ...
Woo-Jin............ I don't know what I'll say to Sun-Mi.
Young-Mi.......... Tell her the truth. Relationships depend on honesty.
Woo-Jin............ But I don't want to hurt her.
Young-Mi.......... Marry Sun-Mi, and you'll hurt her every day for life. Breaking up only hurts once.
....................... Anyway, I don't want to talk about Sun-Mi. Where are we going for dinner?
Woo-Jin............ How about that Italian restaurant near Ewha that you like?
She smiles.
Young-Mi.......... Good. Then we go to my place for afterward, for a drink and 'dessert' ...
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
Seated beside Hyung-Chul in business class, Su-Jin is curious ...
Su-Jin............... When are you going to tell me what this is all about?
Hyung-Chul....... The other day, I had to cancel our drink together ...
On cue, a flight attendant appears, carrying two champagne flutes.
Attendant.......... Your drinks, Sir.
Hyung-Chul puts down the magazine in his hands and takes a glass.
Hyung-Chul....... Thank you.
The flight attendant offers the other to Su-Jin.
She smiles and nods her appreciation.
Attendant.......... Enjoy the flight.
The flight attendant walks off.
Su-Jin............... This is a real surprise ... When I said you owed me a drink, I didn't think it'd be on a flight to Jeju.
He grins.
Hyung-Chul....... Don't you agree the optics are better like this?
Su-Jin............... If you're trying to make it look more convincing, I'm not complaining.
Hyung-Chul....... Good. Then I hope you might also do me a favor.
She nods.
Su-Jin............... Since I'm in a generous mood, sure. What is it?
Hyung-Chul....... I'm trying to put something behind me, and I need some help.
Immediately getting the hint, she smiles.
Su-Jin............... Let's see -- Where have I heard THAT before?
Hyung-Chul....... I only asked because you'd already opened the door.
They both recall that night they met in his club ...
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FLASHBACK [Previous Scene from Episode 17]
Su-Jin............... This reminds me of playing duets together in that quaint little pavilion on the campus.
Su-Jin............... We have the chance to make beautiful music together again ... ....................... Like back then, I can help you forget your painful memories.
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Su-Jin............... Before I agree, tell me one thing.
Hyung-Chul....... What?
Su-Jin............... Is this about business, or love?
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
Meanwhile, in surgery ...
[ sound of medical monitors beeping steadily ]
Dr. Tong........... That's it ... Everyone worked hard.
He turns to his assisting resident.
Dr. Tong........... Please take it from here, and close her up, Doctor Ryu.
Dr. Ryu............. Yes.
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
Hyung-Chul mulls over Su-Jin's question before he answers ...
Su-Jin............... (V.O.) Is this about business, or love?
Hyung-Chul....... I'd always believed that I wouldn't be like my father, who chose business over love.
....................... I thought I would always hold onto my ideals. But now, I understand his choice.
Su-Jin............... Reality has a way of making us eat our words, doesn't it?
He nods.
Hyung-Chul....... I'm learning not to judge too harshly, since I may be judging myself someday.
Su-Jin............... I once thought that, when facing a choice, one would bring happiness, the other disappointment.
....................... But I've found that whatever we choose brings its own happiness and disappointments.
Hyung-Chul....... What do you say? Yes or no?
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
At the hospital ...
[ sound of monitor alarms going off ]
The surgical team goes into a well-practiced emergency response ...
Dr. Tong........... Status?
Nurse............... Coarse V-fib ... BP 43 over 32.
Dr. Tong........... Start CPR.
The resident, Doctor Ryu, begins chest compressions on Sun-Mi.
Dr. Tong........... Prepare to shock.
The nurse and a surgery assistant position defibrillator pads on Sun-Mi, then the assistant goes to the equipment panel.
Assistant........... Charging.
Dr. Tong........... Charge to 360.
Assistant........... Stand clear.
Dr. Ryu stops compressions and backs away.
Assistant........... Shocking.
[ sound of defibrillator discharging ]
Sun-Mi's body jumps as the electricity jolts her.
[ sound of monitor alarms continues ]
Dr. Ryu resumes chest compressions.
Dr. Tong........... Let's go again.
Assistant........... Charging ... All clear.
Stopping compressions, Dr. Ryu stands back.
Assistant........... Shocking.
[ sound of defibrillator discharging ]
Sun-Mi's body jumps from the electric jolt.
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
Su-Jin............... Before I answer you, I want to explain ...
Su-Jin............... I won't be doing this just to help you, but for my own reasons, too.
Hyung-Chul....... I know.
Su-Jin............... I can't make any guarantees. It could become complicated, like before.
Hyung-Chul....... I know that, too.
Su-Jin............... But all that matters is being together with you. It's a chance I don't want to miss.
She smiles happily.
Su-Jin............... If I can have just that, it's enough.
He confirms their decision ...
Hyung-Chul....... Then it's official. Shall we celebrate?
Su-Jin doesn't hesitate ...
She immediately lifts her flute for a toast ...
Su-Jin............... To endings, and beginnings ... Cheers!
SCENE: Hospital operating room, evening
In the hospital, Sun-Mi's condition turns dire ...
[ monitor sound changes to a continuous flat tone ]
As Dr. Ryu continues chest compressions on Sun-Mi, everyone else looks to the surgeon for direction ...
Dr. Tong........... Give her 1 mg of epi and let the fluids wide open.
The nurse injects a syringe of the stimulant into Sun-Mi's IV line.
Nurse............... Epinephrine is in.
Assistant........... Still no pulse.
Dr. Tong........... Let's do another shock.
Assistant........... (V.O.) Charging ... Clear ...
[ sound of defibrillator discharging ]
[ sound of screeching car brakes and tires ]
Woo-Jin's car abruptly skids to a halt ...
Young-Mi is thrust forward in her seat from the unexpected stop, startling her.
Young-Mi.......... Oppa! What happened?!
Woo-Jin is staring ahead, eyes wide open, stunned.
Woo-Jin............ Someone was in the street! A woman ...
She turns to look at Woo-Jin, and sees his face is white.
Young-Mi.......... Where?
Woo-Jin............ Right in front of the car. The headlights were on her but then, she was gone! I thought I'd hit her!
Young-Mi looks out through the windscreen.
Young-Mi.......... No one's out there! You must be seeing ghosts!
Woo-Jin............ But ...
Young-Mi.......... Let's go! ... I'm hungry!
SCENE: Airplane in flight, evening
Captain............. (V.O.) Attention, this is the Captain ... We're about to enter some heavy turbulence ...
SCENE: Airplane cabin, evening
Captain............. (V.O.) While the seatbelt lights are on, passengers please remain seated with belts fastened.
Captain............. (V.O.) Flight attendants, immediately secure equipment and return to your stations.
Su-Jin turns to look at Hyung-Chul ...
His face is pensive.
Su-Jin............... Oppa, are you okay?
Hyung-Chul....... Umm ... of course.
Su-Jin............... But you look white as a sheet. What is it? What happened?
Hyung-Chul....... You know that gut feeling you get when something bad has happened, or is about to happen?
Su-Jin............... Like a sixth sense? I've heard of that, but never experienced it. Tell me about it.
Hyung-Chul....... It was this sudden sense of dread, like I was about to die, and for a moment I couldn't breathe.
....................... Then, it was gone.
She ponders the possibilities ...
Su-Jin............... Could it be anxiety from the announcement, an unconscious fear that we might go down?
Hyung-Chul....... I doubt it. I've never had any fear of flying.
Su-Jin............... Hmm ... You said it's gone now?
Hyung-Chul....... Yes.
Su-Jin smiles reassuringly.
Su-Jin............... Nothing to worry about then. I suppose we'll never know what it was ...
SCENE: Hospital corridor, evening
At the hospital, Gwi-Sung has left Sun-Mi's room and waits by the surgery ...
Gwi-Sung.......... (murmuring) Don't worry, Sun-Mi, Daddy's here with you. Everything will be all right.
Then he hears Sun-Mi's voice as loud and clearly as if she is present ...
Sun-Mi.............. (V.O.) When you miss me, Daddy, remember I love you.
Gwi-Sung.......... Sun-Mi?
Looking around, he sees that no one is there. He is alone.
Puzzled, he wonders if it was just his imagination, or ...
He turns and stares at the door to surgery intently, as if expecting someone to walk through at any moment ...
To Be Continued...