"The recruiting tactics of a successful company.
HR is key.
Chairman Won Du-jeong of Morning Group talks about HR."
Excuse me. I'm looking for Cheongmyeong Company.
It's… May I ask who you are?
I'm Hwang Sang-hyeon, a reporter from Hyungju Daily.
HYUNGJU DAILY HWANG SANG-HYEON
Oh, you're a reporter?
Do you have an appointment?
You don't need that to interview a start-up.
Where is it?
They're in the meeting room on the second floor.
I see. How do I get there?
It's that way.
-Thanks. -No problem.
Mr. Han, have you heard of Hwang Sang-hyeon at Hyungju Daily?
I have, and I don't want anything to do with him.
-Why? -His specialty is bashing start-ups.
He asks for shares in return for writing favorable articles.
When a company turns him down, he writes articles to make them look bad.
He's dirty.
Gosh. Really?
He's here to interview Cheongmyeong Company.
Why? About what?
Beats me. He doesn't even seem to have an appointment.
Any idea?
They're bidding soon.
Their competitor might have tipped him off about something.
Like what?
They haven't done anything that could become…
-Ransomware. -Ransomware.
The number you have dialed…
SEO DAL-MI
I asked around in the industry. Everyone says Cheongmyeong Company
is the new dark horse.
Has the word already spread?
It sure has. I also heard that you plan to participate
in the bidding for Seonju Smart City's self-driving platform.
Yes, that's correct.
The number you have dialed…
The number…
THE EXPANSION OF A BUSINESS
What's this?
They're being so childish.
What is this?
Yong-san is trying to solve the anagram to find the ransomware culprit.
What is this?
Why?
-Yes, you are. -No, I'm not.
-I said, no. -Yes, you do.
-Guys, what's this? -What?
Apollon and Artemis. Where did these words come from?
The ransomware hostname has been bothering me,
so I came up with some anagrams. Why?
I saw Shin Hyeon and Shin Jeong's profiles in our version control tool recently.
Shin Hyeon's username was Apollon, and Shin Jeong's Artemis.
-What? -Really?
Apollon? Artemis?
They're twins, right?
Is it just me or is something fishy?
Can this really be a coincidence?
If Shin Hyeon and Shin Jeong were
behind the ransomware attack…
But why would they attack the servers of their own company?
Exactly. What could've been in it for them?
I just remembered something.
Right before the ransomware attack, I saw the two
meeting with the director of Morning AI.
Then Morning AI talked them into attacking their own company?
-Does that make sense? -We'll find out.
Dal-mi, did you report the attack?
Of course, right away. The police are probably looking into it.
The company I interviewed yesterday
dealt with a bad ransomware attack
and had to pay over 200 million won.
Really? We also had…
Oh, no. You guys dealt with one too?
Usually, all you lose is some money.
But in your case, people's lives are on the line.
You're right. But we managed to sort it out on that day.
We found the key and restored all the files.
That's good.
But what if a similar problem occurs again?
Don't you think there are potential risks?
You're right. So we've upgraded our security to the highest level.
Our developers are experts in not only image recognition but also security.
This guy right here can solve
any security problems.
I see.
I think I've got all I need now.
No.
The really important part starts now.
What?
Is Ms. Seo here, by any chance?
Yes. She's doing an interview.
It has to be stopped.
-That reporter is-- -Notorious, I know.
I've known him since Nature Morning.
He's known as the start-up sniper. He's brought down so many of them.
And you're not stopping this?
No, I'm not because they're handling it pretty well.
They're handling it well?
The important part starts now?
Absolutely. If we end the interview here,
it's pretty obvious what tone your article will take, isn't it?
"Cheongmyeong Company
is bidding for the Seonju Smart City's self-driving platform.
Self-driving cars that get hacked can take people's lives.
Cheongmyeong Company has recently been hacked."
Am I wrong?
Oh, my. I mean, it's a fact, isn't it?
Is there more?
Don't you want to know something more important?
-Something more important? -Yes.
Who was behind the attack?
Do you know who's behind it?
Of course.
By analyzing the event log, we found the attacker.
When we performed a port scan on the attacker's laptop,
the hostname matched the PC name that was infected.
We submitted the evidence
to the police officers investigating our case.
And the police just called and told us
-that the suspects had been arrested. -Are you two Shin Hyeon and Shin Jeong?
-Who are the suspects? -Please come with us.
Shin Hyeon and Shin Jeong.
They used to be our developers.
But right after the ransomware attack, Morning AI recruited them as their CTOs.
They also met with Director Won Sang-su right before the incident.
We submitted evidence of that to the police, as well.
The investigation will reveal who was behind all of this.
What will your article say about this?
I can't wait.
Goodness. Well, everything's already been sorted out.
Our editor will probably kill the story.
The culprits have been caught,
and the son of Morning Group's chairman was behind it.
How can you pass this up?
I'm not supposed to report on crimes under investigation.
Other reporters seem to have no problem doing that.
Will you report on the results, then?
Of course.
Once the investigation is over.
-I'll be going now. -Bye.
-Goodbye. -See you.
-Let's start the meeting. -Okay.
Do write that article.
Or else everyone will suspect you colluded with them.
That's a relief.
Did you run here?
-Sorry? -Your ID card got turned around.
I was afraid she'd make a mistake again.
It's her third year already.
She's had her fair share of problems.
She can handle this much.
You're right.
Of course.
You seem to have mixed feelings about it.
I do?
Why would I? I'm just happy for her.
It's a weight off my shoulders. I can finally relax.
I'll be going.
No,
he definitely looks disappointed.
What's with Mr. Han?
Is he okay?
I can't really tell. But he's probably okay.
-Dong-cheon. -Yes?
I'm leaving a little early today.
If something important happens, call me…
Text me if you can.
See you.
Isn't he too young for menopause?
-Enjoy. Bye. -Thank you.
CHEONG-MYEONG CORN DOG
-It's 3,000 won. -3,000 won.
CONGRATULATIONS ON OPENING
-Grandma, we're here. -I'm here, too.
Who is it? Do-san?
Yes, it's Do-san.
Nice to see you. It's been a while.
I heard you'd come back from the US.
It's been so long.
It's been really long, Ms. Choi.
Has your eyesight gotten a lot worse?
Hey, you're looking at me with pity in your eyes again, aren't you?
No, I'm not. You look great.
-Have a seat. -Okay.
Do-san, you've been a great help.
Without NoonGil, I wouldn't have made it this far.
It's a lifesaver.
That's right. NoonGil works so well I can never slack off.
As soon as I doze off, it tells her, "She's dozing off."
It reports everything.
I know. It's incredible.
Thank you so much for developing NoonGil.
I don't know how to repay you.
I'm extremely lucky.
You deserve so much more.
Grandma, Do-san and NoonGil's engineers are really close.
If you're unhappy with the app, just tell Do-san.
If you tell me, I'll ask them to update the app immediately.
Okay.
I'll write down my feedback in a notebook like last time.
Yes, please.
Oh, right. Grandma, Do-san knit a plant for you.
-What? -He knit a plant? How?
The inspiration came from a cactus.
This also has a RGB theme, just like the sponges I made for you.
R means "red,"
G means "green," and B means "blue."
There he goes again.
-Press here, and it'll talk. -Here?
Yes. Press hard.
It'll be warm if you hug this in the winter.
I tried to make it look like Dal-mi.
They look alike.
Grandma, this looks just like me.
A cactus that looks like Dal-mi.
Who is that?
Coming.
-Ms. Choi. -Hey.
How did you get here?
My daughter-in-law gave me a ride.
I see.
Come this way.
Be careful.
Dal-mi said your place is amazing.
It's such a shame.
I should have been here before my eyesight got bad.
Are you here to give me corn dogs?
Yes.
-Here. -Oh, my.
I'm glad you came. I actually have something to tell you.
You do? What is it?
-You've already opened a shop. -Right.
But aren't the stairs in your house a nuisance?
Why don't you move to an apartment? I'll get one for you.
Hey, aren't you tired of talking the same nonsense over and over?
Is there anything else you need?
I don't need anything.
If you feel so bad, do something nice for someone worse off than me.
But you're the one I owe.
Then forget it.
If that's what you want to talk about, I'm leaving. I'm tired of this.
Gosh. If you're sick of it, just let me pay you back.
If I were you, I'd have gotten it over with already.
"Gotten it over with"?
Good Boy, are you going somewhere?
Where would I go?
Ji-pyeong.
You said I shouldn't call you
if I'm doing well.
I'm doing a bit too well these days.
I'm pretty busy.
I'll call you when I'm going through--
Don't do that.
Call me even if you're doing well.
Visit me often.
Come see me whether something
happens or not.
Why would I if nothing's happened?
Just come over.
Come over and talk nonsense.
I'm
almost deaf and blind now.
You can say and do anything in front of me.
Laugh and cry all you want.
I won't ask why.
So come see me often.
You shouldn't get too used to being alone.
Don't…
become any lonelier, Ji-pyeong, okay?
Okay.
It's okay.
Don't cry.
I'm here for you.
I emailed everyone a list of the other self-driving car companies.
-Okay. -Okay.
SEONJU SMART CITY BIDDER LIST
I guess it's a large project. There's quite a few bidders.
It's not just that.
Every decent self-driving car company in the country seems to be bidding.
I know.
How are we going to beat them?
"Beat them"? Hold on, Ms. Seo.
Our goal isn't seriously to win the bid, is it?
Aren't we just giving this a try for the experience?
Of course. It's for the experience.
No pressure. No big deal. We're just giving it a try.
What if we end up winning?
If we do, I'll give you a billion won.
-Are you sure? -He means it's impossible.
If we win, I'll shave my head.
I'll reveal my boyfriend if we win.
Are you sure?
What I'm saying is that it's impossible.
Right?
Still, if we do win,
-keep your word. -Sure.
You'll shave your head, right?
Of course. I'd do it hundreds of times.
What? Then let's all make a promise.
If we win, I'll buy you all a sports car.
Gosh, Mr. Han, you're so generous.
Mr. Nam, what about you?
If we win,
I'll propose.
Well, he means it's impossible.
Ms. Seo, how many finalists will be there?
Oh…
Well…
Five.
Five? All right, let's go have a meeting.
-Let's go. -Okay.
HAN JI-PYEONG
Mr. Han, how are you feeling today?
Park Dong-cheon.
Explain this.
Wait, how did this end up here? Who put it here?
It came by email, and I had a good feeling about it.
Orphans struggle financially once they leave the orphanage
since they're in between adolescence and adulthood.
And?
This start-up pairs each orphan with a sponsor
who will help them stand on their own feet.
The CEO himself is from an orphanage, so he's very passionate.
It's such a great cause.
But that's about it. They're doing charity work without creating value.
No reason to spend our LP's hard-earned money on them, right?
I know. I was just going to cancel the meeting.
Don't. Meet with them.
What?
Really?
KO GIL-DONG PROJECT
Everyone, it's past 10 p.m. Are you not leaving?
The demo simulation can't seem to catch
the red light at this intersection. What should we do?
It has to catch it. No matter what.
-Try lowering the threshold. -Okay.
Are you all staying?
It's not working.
Should we shoot a new video?
-Let's do that. -At this hour?
You can go ahead. Don't worry about us.
-You want to shave your head? -Yes, I really do.
I believe we should set ourselves apart from the other bidders
by also focusing on monitoring the driver.
Using our facial recognition technology, we can detect drowsy driving.
And lane departure as well.
We'll submit our proposal tomorrow, so review it thoroughly.
Driving environment recognition is nothing special.
We need to differentiate ourselves to stand out.
Should the decision-making part come first? Or second?
-Dal-mi. -Yes?
How far do you think Tarzan can go?
Tarzan?
Our goal is level five.
But there are more factors than just us.
Law, the road environment… We need the whole infrastructure in place.
Not like that.
Why? If I tell you my goal, can you make it happen?
Sure.
What I want Tarzan to do is…
Like in the movies,
I want it to be able to navigate on its own and even fly.
What?
I'm just joking.
Not like that.
My father
passed away in a car accident.
And my grandma is almost blind now.
I hope Tarzan will make sure that no one passes away like my father did
and that my grandma can move around without worrying.
Can you make that happen?
Yes, I can make it happen within five and a half years.
If we scale up properly and invest in R&D,
within three years.
Do you think we'll win the bid?
Of course.
You said we should give it a try just for the experience.
I changed my mind.
We're not just giving it a try. It's not just for the experience.
I'll make it happen.
Not delivering what you promise makes you a fraud.
I will deliver it. At all costs.
I didn't mean to interrupt.
I kept trying to make sounds,
but you didn't seem to notice.
Lost in your own world.
What?
I lost to you.
I'm so jealous.
What do you mean?
-Good morning. -Good morning, Mr. Han.
Good morning.
Mr. Han, Mr. Hong is here.
Mr. Hong? Who's that?
He's the CEO of the start-up that helps orphans financially.
You remember it, right?
-Is he in the meeting room? -Yes.
Hello, I'm Han Ji-pyeong.
Hello, I'm Hong Ji-seok.
Nice to meet you.
Please have a seat.
This is the first time an investment company has contacted me.
I didn't know this day would come.
Try to calm down.
Okay.
You must be busy. I'll try to keep it short.
Here you go.
You know the cartoon character,
Ko Gil-dong, who took in Dooly, Ddochi, and Douner, right?
We find kind grown-ups like Ko Gil-dong
and pair them with teenagers who just left the orphanage
and need to stand on their own feet.
Is there anything else you need?
I don't need anything.
If you feel so bad, do something nice for someone worse off than me.
When you leave the orphanage, you're not really a child or an adult.
They're separated from society by tall walls.
Our solution will help them overcome the walls--
Mr. Hong, I've already read through your business plan and done my research.
Have you thought about your company value?
I'm afraid I haven't really looked into it.
What should I do?
How much money are you trying to raise?
My goal is 100 million won.
I don't think my company will be able to invest in your company.
How about 50 million won?
But I'd like to invest personally.
DIRECTOR HAN JI-PYEONG
Personally? Why?
I like your voice.
My voice?
I'll invest 100 million and donate 300 million. I don't need many shares.
I just want you to find me some nice kids who need my help.
What do you say?
I'll send you a term sheet next week.
Well…
Thank you so much.
I really appreciate it.
No. I should thank you.
Bless you.
Unbelievable.
How was it?
Definitely your type of company.
What does that mean?
Full of hopes and dreams but no growth strategy.
All it has is a great cause.
I'm sorry. I wasted your time again.
You did a good job.
Pardon?
What?
-What did you just say? -Nothing.
You did. I heard it. You said I did a good job.
-I didn't. -You did.
You said I did a good job.
-I didn't. -Did anyone hear it?
He said I did a good job, right?
You heard it… I mean, you said it, didn't you?
-Go away. -Fine.
I did a good job?
Did you hear that?
Get back to work.
I hope I didn't forget anything.
I have the proposal here,
the flash drive here…
When is the deadline again? 3 p.m.?
Yes, we have two hours left.
That's plenty of time.
Do you think Morning AI will bid, too?
I'm not sure. Their key employees are being investigated by the police.
They probably won't.
-I guess you're right. -Yes.
Oh, they are bidding, too.
Yes, we are.
What's with the look on your faces?
You're being investigated by the police.
And you're still bidding?
Oh, the investigation?
We'll probably pay a little fine.
It was just an attempt.
Exactly.
What does that have to do with this?
Nothing, I guess.
Everyone and their dog can submit a proposal, anyway.
Everybody and their dog?
Are you serious?
Let's go.
Don't let them bother you. They're not worth it.
You've changed.
-What do you mean? -Do you remember what you first said
about those guys?
Well, I'm not sure.
They're twins.
They're top-notch AI developers.
-Top-notch? -They've been global since college.
They went to MIT.
-I said that? -Yes.
I have changed.
Did Ms. Seo submit the proposal without trouble?
Yes. She said the place was so crowded.
But who cares? We're doing it for the experience.
You're right. There's no way we'll win.
Are new people coming in?
It seems so. Did you write one of those?
I did.
Where was it?
There it is.
I WANT TO MEET A GUY BETTER THAN ME
That's very ambitious.
-"Ambitious"? -Yes, definitely.
Is there any guy in this world better than you?
Maybe you're right.
I only became more competent, looking for such a guy.
I couldn't find anyone in the legal world
or in the design world.
I was hoping to find someone here,
but then I got tangled up with the crook, and here I am.
I see.
-My sister must be here. -Your sister?
Do you want to come? Have lunch with us.
No, I'm fine. I'll eat here. Have a good time.
All right.
Now I know why she doesn't introduce me to anyone as her boyfriend.
I'd be ashamed, too.
There you are.
Meet my sister.
Hi.
Oh, hi.
I'm Ms. Jung's colleague.
We work together. I'm Lee Chul-san.
I see. Nice to meet you.
He's my boyfriend.
Sa-ha talks about you all the time.
I recognized you right away.
Thank you. I mean…
Gosh. This is such an honor.
Really?
When will it be announced?
At 2 p.m. Two minutes left.
Stop pressing the function key.
If we pass this screening, we're a finalist, right?
-There will be five, right? -Yes.
It's not going to happen.
Exactly. It was just for the experience after all.
Don't get your hopes up.
My goal isn't winning the bid. All I want is to become a finalist.
What?
-What? -What?
-Did we pass? -Did we pass?
-No way. -We passed?
YOU PASSED THE 2ND SCREENING
This,
this, and this, please.
-This one with berries… -Okay.
It's the best. Make sure you target this first.
-Got it? -Got it.
Dig in! It's my treat.
Thank you.
The cakes look fantastic.
Mr. Lee, try this. It's really good.
Let's celebrate.
Do-san, are you okay?
Let me help you with it.
What if something crazy happens?
No way.
Let's be grateful that we're one of the five finalists.
No. I want something really crazy to happen.
You said you'd give me a billion won if we win.
I'll make it happen no matter what it takes.
Good. You get sports cars ready then.
Mr. Kim, get a billion won ready in advance.
Mr. Lee, you'll have to shave your head.
I know. I had a hair clipper ready.
Put this on.
Ms. Jung, keep your word.
Don't worry. I never go back on my word.
Do-san, you, too.
Don't worry. I'll do it.
Yes, I can make it happen within five and a half years.
If we scale up properly and invest in R&D, within three years.
On that note, I'd like to ask
your opinion on something.
Almost every self-driving car company in the country made a bid,
and we became a finalist.
I believe it's proof that our technology has a competitive edge.
I think so.
So I'm wondering if it's time for us to scale up.
You want to expand our business?
Yes. I want to speed things up.
I want to recruit more people and invest in R&D.
What do you guys think?
You want to start a funding round?
Yes, we became a finalist in the bidding competition.
It's proof that our self-driving system has a competitive edge.
And you believe it's time to find investors and scale up.
-Exactly. -I'm against it.
A company that gets investments without revenue isn't valued high.
-You'll only lose control. -It's to generate more revenue.
-Wait until your numbers look better. -No, it'll be too late then.
Right now, speed means more than control.
We haven't had any outside investors yet.
No, and that was so we wouldn't lose control in a situation like this.
-In-jae. -End of discussion.
You did a great job. Win the bid by all means.
Wait, please.
Are you getting in?
You're not avoiding me anymore?
Turns out, I'm more resilient than I thought.
So you have something to tell me?
-Yes. -Go ahead. I'm listening.
But don't say thank you or sorry.
I already know.
But I have to.
You've thanked me more than enough times so far.
You owe me nothing.
Besides, I had no friends back then.
So your letters were my only comfort.
Let's say we're even.
Okay?
Okay.
Even after reading your letters,
I didn't look for you for 15 years.
Mr. Nam, on the other hand,
went to you the day he read them.
So I'm not the Nam Do-san
from the letters.
There's no reason you should feel sorry or blame yourself.
You really want a clean break, don't you?
Are we okay now?
Yes.
Hey, have you heard?
Won Du-jeong's son had Cheongmyeong Company's developers hack their company.
Yes, I heard that.
Why would such a big company do that?
They're determined to trample on any potential competitors.
The son is now being investigated by the police.
Jeez, is that true?
I doubt that this lecture is worth listening to.
-My gosh. -My gosh.
-That's so mean. -I know.
-Unbelievable. -Is the lecture still on?
-I think so. -It's ridiculous.
-So shameless. -Why is he even lecturing?
-Who knew? -Let's go.
This lecture was going to be a Q and A session,
but not many turned up.
We're all busy. So let's not waste each other's time
and wrap it up here.
I have a question for you.
Yes, go ahead.
HR is key, you say.
And what you did to me was also related to HR.
Why did you kick me out back then?
I didn't know personal questions were allowed.
There aren't many people here. Just answer her question.
Is that okay with everyone?
Yes, go ahead.
I thought if I kicked you out, you'd become more obedient and come back.
I guess I was never very obedient.
Your obedient son seems to be quite busy these days.
Being investigated and losing the bid…
-In-jae, you… -By the way,
my name isn't Won In-jae anymore. It's Seo In-jae.
The decision arrived today.
Thank you for the great lessons you've taught me so far.
Wait, Ms. Seo.
Yes? What is it?
Well…
I need to apologize for something.
-To me? -Yes.
At the relay lecture three years ago,
I asked you this question.
Many say your success is only thanks to your rich father
and doesn't count because you didn't start at Sand Box.
Any thoughts?
Do you remember that?
Yes, I do.
That was you?
Yes.
What? I've been working with someone who insulted me all this time?
How generous I am.
I didn't even know you well. I was out of line.
I'm sorry.
But come to think of it, without your insult, I wouldn't be where I am now.
What do you mean?
It made me angry, but it also motivated me.
I can't thank you, but I'll at least accept your apology. Okay?
Okay.
DO-SAN
Do-san, what's up?
Really?
I could've sworn I packed it.
Where is it?
Gosh, I can never get used to the stairs?
Who are you?
We used to work here.
We're the founders of Samsan Tech. We work at Cheongmyeong Company now.
Samsan Tech?
You launched your business here, right?
-That's right. Nice to meet you. -Nice to meet you.
Nice to meet you guys.
Are you moving in here?
Yes, we started our business recently.
May I ask what this place is like?
It's nice. The rent is cheap, and…
the view is just fantastic.
When you're hungry, open the window.
You'll get a whiff of rib-eye steaks.
But it's steaming hot in the summer.
Get an air conditioner first.
We'll find investors before summer.
-Absolutely! -We will.
-We can do this! -Yes, we can!
I'm sorry, but is it okay if we take one last look around?
Oh, sure. Take your time.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
Call me when you need help.
-Thank you. -You, too.
Awesome.
-This looks fancy. -I can't believe this.
So new people are moving in here.
We can't come in here anymore.
Gosh.
Hey, are you crying?
No, I'm not.
-You are. -I just feel sorry for those guys.
To think that they'll be slaving away in this moldy rooftop office…
I feel so sorry.
You're right. I certainly don't envy them.
My gosh.
What have you been doing all this time?
If I were Yong-san or Chul-san,
I'd ask you to compensate me for the past two years of my life.
I'm sorry, guys.
For everything.
-What? -What are you talking about?
It's just…
If I'd been a more competent CEO,
you would've escaped this place sooner.
I was lost for years.
I made you worry
and put you through so much.
I'm very ashamed.
That's bullshit.
If I was after money, I would've cut you off.
We didn't
quit our well-paying jobs and join you to become rich.
Then why did you?
Why do you think I just cried?
-You felt sorry for the guys. -Gosh, you're so clueless.
I miss the old days.
The scorching summers we spent together here…
I loved them.
I miss them.
Otherwise,
why would we have shown up to this horrible place every morning?
Gosh, do we really have to say these cheesy things?
How would I know if you didn't tell me?
Come here.
We had a great time.
-Thank you. -Then be good to us.
-I'll be good to you. -I'll be good to you, too.
I'll be better.
Why did you have to start crying?
You guys did great.
Don't cry.
Stop it.
You cried first.
-I love you guys! -Damn it.
Are you leaving?
Good luck
with your business.
-You can do this! -We'll root for you.
-Thank you. -Thank you.
Wait, where did the Samsan Tech sign go?
A man came and took it earlier.
Someone took it.
Who?
SAMSAN TECH
Why did you put that up there?
Take it off.
Isn't it nice and bright?
You were really mean to Do-san when he was running Samsan Tech.
That's why I put this up.
If Do-san does something unreasonable again,
I'll look at this sign three times
and ride it out.
If that's your intention,
I'm with you.
SAMSAN TECH
It's a credit card, so she has to receive it herself.
Is Ms. Seo Dal-mi not home?
No, she isn't.
You can sign for her.
But I can't see well.
-I see. -Where should I sign?
Let's see. Right here.
I'll do it.
-Who are you? -I'm Seo Dal-mi's sister.
Okay. Just a second, please.
Here.
SEO IN-JAE
All right. Here you go.
It's all done. Bye.
Is it…
Is it really you, In-jae?
Yes, it's me, Grandma.
I'm sorry it took me so long.
In-jae.
Did you cry?
No.
You look like a panda.
Your mascara is smudged everywhere.
It smudges easily since it's not water-proof.
What a lame excuse.
Stop it.
We haven't seen each other in forever. Don't fight.
I've been asking you to come over, but you said no every time.
What's gotten into you?
I came to show you this.
What is it?
You…
What's wrong?
Yeong-sil, open NoonGil.
Sure, one second.
Yeong-sil, read this.
"The applicant is allowed to change her last name to Seo
and return to being a member of the Dalseong Seo clan."
My name is not Won In-jae anymore. It's Seo In-jae, Grandma.
In-jae.
I wanted to come here sooner.
But I was so ashamed when my last name was Won.
You could've just come. Who cares about that?
You should've come while Grandma still could see you.
I can see you.
I can see you all
very clearly.
Mother, I'm home!
Guys, I picked up fried chicken!
-Hi, Dad. -Yes! Fried chicken!
-That looks amazing. -Did you get soda?
-I did. -What about gizzards?
Oh, I forgot.
-But Mother loves gizzards. -My bad.
Dig in.
-Thank you. -Let's eat.
Thank you!
Mother!
Come have some chicken!
-Grandma, hurry up! -Mother, come!
Grandma, come eat with us!
-The drumsticks are mine. -Go ahead.
SEO IN-JAE
This is…
Who said you could go through my desk?
Did you fix this?
No, it fixed itself.
It's mine. I'm taking it.
Whatever.
I have something to give you.
Do you remember our bet?
I'll be honest.
At the moment, I'm not as successful as In-jae is.
I admit it. But In-jae is three years older than me.
So give me three years.
I'll outdo her by then. Let's bet 10,000 won.
-What do you think? -Sure. 10,000 won, it is.
I do remember that.
But what does this mean?
Do you think I've outdone you?
Not yet.
But you will if you scale up your company.
What? But you said no.
Do it.
What changed your mind all of a sudden?
I don't want you to become obedient.
What does that mean?
Are you saying you like me when I'm hot-tempered and rebellious?
Something like that.
Cheongmyeong Company is looking
for investors?
Yes. Ms. Seo wants to scale up the company.
She must've realized a few things during the bidding competition.
I also believe it's about time.
Please recommend investors that are interested in self-driving systems.
I can't do that.
Why? Do you think it's still too early?
That's not it.
I wouldn't hand over this great opportunity to other investors.
I've been interested in them since they were Samsan Tech.
I believe they've grown enough
for us to consider investing in them.
In addition,
you two were the beginning of this place.
I'd like to support you.
Thank you so much.
-Let's proceed right away. -Okay.
Who should I send the information to?
I'm not doing it.
Why not? Who else here knows Cheongmyeong Company better than you?
Dong-cheon. Mr. Park knows them well, too.
Mr. Park.
Park Dong-cheon.
-Dong-cheon. -Yes, Mr. Han.
-What's the matter? -I know you heard me.
No, I didn't. I was so focused on the document.
What do you think? Mr. Park has been interested in them
-since the Samsan Tech days-- -No, not really.
I was never nearly as interested in them as you were.
I'm no match for you.
Well…
I agree with him.
I believe Cheongmyeong Company has
a bigger potential than they think themselves.
I'm sure they'll enter a J curve soon.
If we can see it, other investors will see it, too.
You know we can't lose this deal to anyone.
Get it done.
Ms. Yoon. Wait! Ms. Yoon!
You can do this!
What's so funny?
Should I beg him to accept my investment? This is driving me crazy.
Why me?
Why did you want to see me in private?
I have a favor to ask.
A favor?
You have a favor to ask me?
-Ms. Yoon wants to… -What?
Ms. Yoon wants to invest in Cheongmyeong Company.
Would you accept it?
Why are you telling me this in private?
-Come to our office and-- -I was told to do this,
but I don't want anything to do with you. That's why.
I know how much you didn't want my investment.
You're right.
I hated it.
All right. I made an offer just now,
but you firmly rejected it again.
All right?
Mr. Han.
What's your honest opinion on this investment?
Put your emotions aside.
I want your rational judgment.
Do you remember my second record?
I do.
Among the companies
that you decided not to invest in, zero succeeded.
Right?
If I pass up Cheongmyeong Company, I'll lose my second record.
Honestly, as an investor,
this is an opportunity I really don't want to miss.
Come with me.
Let's go discuss the investment with Ms. Seo properly.
Mr. Nam, are you accepting my investment?
If you do, I'll keep meddling in your business
as an outside director.
Aren't you tired of my nagging?
-I am. -So why?
Why are you accepting my investment now?
Because this time, it doesn't sound like charity
but a real investment.
Thank you.
I should thank you.
This is awkward.
Let's go.
Dal-mi, I'm an atheist.
I'm not very faithful, either.
Then why?
Because our final presentation for the bidding is tomorrow.
I'm praying that we'll win.
Speaking from experience, this actually works.
Did you pray?
Well, yes.
I can't seem to calm down even after praying.
I'm so nervous.
Look, a rainbow.
Hey, let's pray.
-Again? -This church is pretty effective,
but now there's a rainbow, too. Gosh, this is totally going to work.
Come on, pray.
A rainbow doesn't make your wish come true.
It's just light reflecting and refracting.
You don't believe it? So you're not going to pray?
I mean, there's no objective evidence that a rainbow makes your wish come true.
Evidence, you say?
Fine, here's the evidence. Okay, I'll show you.
See? I prayed to the rainbow that I'd kiss you.
And it worked.
This is different.
You're the one who kissed me. The rainbow has nothing to do with it.
Same difference.
Pray first.
And then make it happen.
Got it.
What are you praying? That we win the bid?
No.
Something more feasible.
More feasible? Like what?
That our company becomes a unicorn.
UNICORN: PRIVATE START-UP WORTH OVER A BILLION DOLLARS
Hey, that's even harder.
That would take really long.
You're not saying it's impossible.
Nothing's impossible. We can do anything.
Hello, everyone.
I'm Seo Dal-mi, CEO of Cheongmyeong Company.
I WANT TO TAKE THE UPPER-FLOOR ELEVATOR
No, I can't lose to her!
Then it'll look like
I lost to her because I chose Dad.
I want to pretend I'm successful
and I don't envy her. Just for one day.
I hope Tarzan will make sure that no one passes away like my father did
and that my grandma can move around without worrying.
I WANT TO CHANGE THE WORLD
So I'm following in your footsteps.
-My footsteps? -I'm going to start a company,
like you did.
Let's go.
I WANT A BETTER FUTURE
I WANT TO GO MY OWN WAY
I WANT TO HELP OTHERS
I WANT TO MAKE MY PARENTS PROUD
I WANT TO CHANGE THE WORLD
SPECIAL THANKS TO YEO JIN-GOO
2020, PRESENT DAY
NAM DO-SAN
SEO DAL-MI
CHEONGMYEONG CORN DOG
NAM DO-SAN SEO DAL-MI
-Mr. Lee. -Yes?
Where's Dal-mi…
I mean, where are Ms. Seo and Mr. Nam?
It's the annual shareholders' meeting today.
THANK YOU FOR WATCHING START-UP
Subtitle translation by: Min-jin Kim