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With tensions rising over the protracted suspension of the National Assembly...
LEE Soon-jae Assembly will adjourn again?
LEE Soon-jae
lt'll be decided after tomorrow's ruling-opposition summit
JANG Dong-gun lt'll be decided after tomorrow's ruling-opposition summit
GOH Doo-shim What a pathetic bunch...
Have they no shame in wasting tax payers' money?
LlM Ha-ryong The proposed presidential pardon is stirring things up
How come it's in papers before anything's even been decided?
HAN Chae-young How come it's in papers before anything's even been decided?
HAN Chae-young
Executive Producer Katharine KIM
Fantastic!
Your breakfast is getting cold
If l win, l'll make all the donations
l don't have long left in my tenure
Do l have to attend all these events?
Would you look at that? A President marking lottery numbers...
Pathetic!
l'll make a note of that, sir
President Kim wished success in hosting the World Cup
and for happiness of fellow Koreans...
This is good
l made it spicier than usual
l thought you had a quite a few drinks at dinner last night
Russians love a drink, don't they?
Maybe this is why they tried to change the law
To enjoy the tasty foods for longer
Dictators must have had the best chefs
Written and Directed by JANG Jin
All these for tomorrow's summit?
lt's a summit meeting
Do they expect me to do theirjob for the entire year?
Cha is not an easy man lt won't hurt to be prepared
What's on tonight's agenda?
The presidential pardon, sir We advise you to reconsider
l don't think it's an issue of personal forgiveness
The nation and our recent history isn't ready to forgive them
Moreover, there is the outstanding issue of an unaccounted-for slush fund
The public sentiment remains strong
You might take the fall for your generosity
What are your thoughts, Minister?
Do you think l'm going over the line, too?
l was the chiefjustice for the case
They were tried as former Presidents and there was huge pressure
But, be it death penalty or life imprisonment
Sentencing them was only possible because the public approved
l believe you should approach this issue from that perspective
l'm the President of this country
A special pardon is the President's right under the Constitution
Am l mistaken?
No, it's not unlawful, sir
What's all that?
l have a big presentation at the seminar
Couldn't you have gotten a cab?
Why spend money on a cab?
This car was given to me for official duty not for picking up husbands
All right, all right...
Take the presidential pardon for instance...
Would it have been possible earlier in his tenure?
We're dancing around the same topic Let's not distort his good intentions
The current President was persecuted by the military government
- Turn up the volume, please? - Yes, ma'am
ln other words, he was the biggest victim
Why would he want to do this?
To fulfill one of this government's greatest objectives-to unite the nation
What about the slush fund?
Please approach the subject more logically
Please let me speak...
We deeply regret that, too
lt's up to the judiciary bodies to investigate the matter fully
But, how do you expect the justice department to do a properjob
When the government is clearly lacking the will
Are you accusing us of undermining the principles of division of powers?
ln this day and age?
What's the point of convicting and sentencing them to life in prison
when they are let off right away?
What's the point of giving them the death penalty,
only to free them after a year and a half?.
lt was 2 years
Get your facts right lt was 20 months to be precise!
How are you? lt's been a long time
How have you been, sir?
You look more handsome than ever
They're referring to you as the JFK of Korea
That must be an exaggeration, surely
They're all yours
Yes, sir
Shall we get a beer?
Excuse me? lsn't it a bit early?
Don't be shy, young man
That's too far! Come and sit over here
Let's pass this one
But, that's the most important bill
All bills are important lnstead,
l'll let you have this one... the revised Civil Service Law
We can't be sloppy with these
lt's urgent, son
We gotta make decisions fast so that people can get on with their lives
Will you stop calling me ''son''?
You know how many times l changed your dirty diapers?
All right, all right Let's move on
You have always been so illogical
E-yeon is coming back from school this year
Oh, yeah?
So, what?
Just letting you know
She's well over thirty and still studying?
Doesn't she have plans to get married?
That's what l'm talking about
You dated her back in college, didn't you?
Says who?!
Are you trying to scare me with a stare? Guard!
Did she say that? That l dated her?
Your father did! That you were chasing after her
That's just ridiculous!
Study was my only focus
l can get the NlS to look into it Don't lie to me
l can't believe this
You would use the agency's service for personal reasons?
Do you know what year we're living in?
That would call for impeachment
Hey
This one... the Capital Administration Bill
Let me have it
What do you mean let you have it?! l shouldn't have come by myself
The meeting...
lt went very well
Although we didn't manage to go over all outstanding bills
But, we had umm... better results than initially anticipated
l'm a little exhausted from the marathon meeting
Forgive me for telling you this in a letter
Honey, come and watch this Mimi dies tonight
They still don't know that they have the same father?
They know now
found out why my family disapproved of us so ardently
Hello everyone! l'm your host of tonight's draw, Lucky Bae!
We're coming to you live with the first draw of the World Cup Lottery...
Has the battery run out?
We'll start the draw right away
Spin the balls!
The numbers have to be in the order they appear on your screen
Ladies and gentlemen, the first lucky number is...
''6''!
Why your eyes look like mine,
why your fingers look like mine, l'll tell you now
The third number is...
lt's ''0''!
The fourth lucky number is...
''2''! With two numbers remaining...
The fiifth lucky number is...
lt's number... ''1''!
And, the last number that will determine tonight's lucky winner...
My mother who passed away
- when l was young, is your mother - Who will be the lucky winner
of 24.4 billion Won?
Nine! ls it nine?
Nine!
Mimi, you're my sister!
- lt's number ''9''! - Nine!
''Breaking News: President rushed to hospital''
According to an eyewitness, an ambulance entered the Blue House
''Breaking News: President rushed to hospital'' around 9 o'clock this evening
and rushed directly to SNU Hospital
President Kim is reported to have no particular health conditions
other than slightly high blood pressure and angina
lt is suspected that stress from
the marathon meeting earlier may have been the cause
How did it happen?
He was watching a soap opera before he collapsed
A soap opera?
Why would the President collapse over Mimi finding her father?
The President is taking a rest after suffering from dizziness
The 4 leaders of the opposition and ruling party
are convening an emergency meeting
Also, the Blue House will proceed with firm countermeasures
against any press or individuals who circulate malignant rumors...
The Army will be fully prepared for any potential enemy attacks...
lt's very fortunate that he didn't suffer a concussion
Mr. Cha...
lt's dawn
...this drama series is so addictive
We have a car ready for you in the basement car park
lt's crowded with reporters outside
Thank you
This way, ma'am
Dad!
Can you hear me, honey?
Honey!
Can you hear me, sir?
Wallet!
He wants his wallet!
The President regained consciousness at 8:30 this morning
and asked for his wallet as the first thing
The President opened the wallet with trembling hands
and looked at the old photograph of himseIf and the First Lady in tears,
according to an aide present at the scene
President Kim is a true family man
who thought of his family first, in the face of imminent death
We're lucky to have him as our President
l want to be alone
And, goal! Korea wins the match!
Ladies and gentlemen, tonight's match, truly an unscripted drama,
ends with a spectacular last-minute goal from Ahn!
Hello?
lt's you! Yeah, l'm all right
They told me you stayed up by my bedside
What's with the fuss?
You mustn't stay out all night being a single dad
lt's not like l didn't have a place to crash l was worried about you
You owe me a drink
How come?
l collapsed at a perfect time for you
Because of what happened,
the public will want a young and healthy President
Give it your best shot in the upcoming election
You may not have wisdom but you have a good health
House, 3 billion
Wife...
and for daughter,... 1?
Travel...
0.5
No... 1 is more like it
l think it's best for you to take a few more days off
This might be too much of a strain right now
There's no need to clear the schedule
l'm good No need to worry
How much is this car?
lt's a made-to-order model equipped with tons of high-tech devices
About 1 billion Won?
Rather pricey
Will they give it to me when l step down?
lt's for the use of the President only
But, you'll be provided with another vehicle
They're being cheap ln that case, l'll just buy one for myself
Car...
1 billion
Unclaimed World Cup Lotto jackpot
24.4 billion to revert back to state coffers if unclaimed within 6 months
When is 6 months from now?
6 months from now is...
February
Precisely, it's two days before the lnauguration
...must be claimed at the designated bank within 6 months...
lf l won the lottery, l would make donations
in fact, l'll spend it all on my fellow Koreans
l'm so sorry! We should have made him change his schedule
Why can't you take it easy like other retiring Presidents?
You'll end up in the national cemetery before the lnauguration
He's not eating as usual... Take more care!
That's weird... l put extra care
For the purpose of improving the national brand of Korea,
it'll be imperative to allocate the extra budget funds and resources
required for updating the system
And, of course...
Look at him
He seems to be out of it
Yesterday, l caught him chuckling to himseIf
Maybe... something happened... when he collapsed
What do you mean by that?
You know... the thing that happens to old people...
that makes you lose your mind
By providing training programs and educational literature for the tourism sector,
and attracting fluent speakers of foreign languages...
Daddy!
What's the matter?
Designated branch for jackpot collection
The lottery...
Please take a number slip, sir
Well, actually... l'm here for the lottery...
ln any case, take a number slip and wait for your turn, sir
Don'tjump the line, old man!
But, l'm here for the lottery...
lf you want to buy a lotto ticket, go to a corner shop
ln the bank, you should take a slip...
Well, l need help with the vault
lf you want to rob the vault you should come at night
lf you want to do it during office hours get yourself a number slip!
ls that so hard, old man?
How dare you talk to me like that?
l won the lottery and l'm here to collect my money!
What do you take me for, brat!
Don't you know who l am?
Don't you yell at me!
Hey, old man! Suppose...
Even if you were the President of this country
You still gotta take a number slip and wait for your turn!
Wait to be called for service...
Sweet mother of Jesus!!
Mr. President!
Mr. President has won the lottery! Manager, bring out his money!
Security, escort him, now!
Everyone, Mr. President has won the lottery!
No, no...
l can't go there myself
Everybody knows who she is
Should l send the Chief of Staff?.
No, he'll do a runner, the moment he collects the money
What are you stressing about?
lt's not a crime for a President to win the lottery!
You're a citizen the same as anyone else
l am, right?
You said you'd donate it all to a good cause
You gave your word
lt's always the mouth!
You can always take it back
lt's natural for a politician to change his mind
You have a point
Everything you stood for and the integrity of your government
will go down the drain
Give up the money
But, it's 24 billion Won
20- what?!
Why didn't you tell me earlier?
What's there to think about? Just eat dirt and take the money!
24 billion? Man... l had no idea!
Staying up late?
l'll sleep on the plane tomorrow
You have to go back so soon?
l'll be back for good, next year
ls there anything you need?
Are you short of money?
The collapse must have hurt you somehow
ls it funny that l talk about money?
Can l take this? lt's my favorite picture
lt was the hard times
l was constantly on the run
or imprisoned for political reasons
l was never able to pay your tuition
You were always an easy target
Ji-wook's father never got caught even if he was with you all the time
That's because he backed out at all the critical moments
On the day l arrived l saw Ji-wook at the hospital
He hasn't changed a bit
He is just as stubborn as his old man Do you want to see him?
Pardon?
No, why would l? l'll get some sleep
You boys are dead 'cuz this round is mine!
Don't mind me and go ahead
Chef Jang, do we have some soju?
l'm not sure if it's okay to drink, sir
You only just got out of the hospital
Have a drink
No, sir... Oh, thank you
Who was winning?
No one... We were just playing to kill time
but l was about to win big when you came in
lt was a double round
l don't know the rules
Of course!
Looking back at life, l've never had fun
Why would you think that?
Suppose, one day, a ton of money fell out of sky
Pardon?
Say, while you're going your way
about 20 billion Won fell on you from out of nowhere
and no one knows about it because it was a quiet alley
What would you do?
lf that much money fell on me l would die
What?
lf that sort of money
fell on me from the sky
it would break my neck
the moment it hit
lt would kill most people on the spot
Even if you survived...
there's no one around to help you
So, you'd probably die
after a few painful minutes
You're right That's what would happen
lf money fell on you from the sky
You'd die without getting any help Because there is no one around
That's the right answer ''You die''
Therefore,
it is our duty and privilege
to keep with the proud and noble beliefs of the patriotic martyrs
l sincerely ask you to understand and approve
the decision that l and this government have made
regarding the lndependences Day special pardons
of the two former Presidents
We must end the vicious circle of conflict
rooted in political and geographical differences
We must unite in peace and work together for a better tomorrow
l believe today's decision will mark the beginning of a triumphant new chapter
That was the end of the speech l prepared for today
But, l have another short announcement to make
Remain in positions
Not long ago, there was a launch of a new sports lottery
Everyone at the event including myself, took part by entering
This isn't part of a report on operations
But, l'll make an honest confession before you all today
l won the jackpot
The winning numbers
6, 8, 0, 2, 1 , 9
lt's the date l proposed to my wife
The jackpot amount is 24.4 billion Won
24.4 billion...
lt's the kind of money that l would never even dream about
l've decided to donate the prize money
to a scholarship foundation
to help less fortunate youngsters with their studies
l've never lived as a rich man
So, l lack ideas as to how to spend this money wisely
lf my decision, which l believe to be the only right one,
can help young people build their dreams,
lt'll be my greatestjoy
And, if l may add...
lf there is anyone among my predecessors
who has money that doesn't rightly belong to them
How about spending it on a good cause?
Just my thought
l'm sorry l didn't tell you earlier
Have you lost your mind?
l mean that money... Good Gracious!
Couldn't you have kept a half, at least?
l'm at a loss for words!
- Honey, l... - Oh, forget it!
And, you proposed to me in March, not February
Was it? l'm sure it was February
Have you ever seen cherry blossoms in February?
You're right
lt was during the blossom season So, it was March
Honey, should l recant and say that l want to keep the money?
And, be a national laughing stock?
l could say l'll keep the money and give up the pension
Can you not talk for a moment, Mr. President?
l do solemnly swear that l will faithfully execute
the Office of President of the Republic of Korea
and will to the best of my ability,
preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the Republic of Korea
President of Republic of Korea, Cha Ji-wook
When did it start exactly?
The initial detection was made at 21 :00 by the Combined Forces Command
and we received the report at 23:05
How come we are the last to know about tensions taking place in our waters
Maritime command is still in the hands of Pacific Command, sir
Mr. President, it's the White House
Any chance they'll give us time?
Very slim, sir
Not even a little?
We're connected, sir
Ah~ good morning Mr. President.
l'm sorry but it's nighttime, here
Oh shit! l forgot
l just received the report
Of course, hours later than you
We will be having an NSA meeting ln a few hours and
of course our conclusion will be reacting strongly against it.
If congress approves, we will be moving our 7th fleet
Shouldn't we think about the cause first?
Pardon?
Japan has moved their missile base to the Northwest to protect the trajectory
And in the name of training, they have focused their Maritime Force
on North Korea and in our territorial waters
As you know, without prior consent from the concerning countries
a military activity of this kind can be deemed an act of provocation
Japan would've anticipated this reaction
Don't you think it's weird that Japan is knowingly creating tension?
We don't have time to think about these things... Mr. President
This is not a political plan but a military conflict.
by all means, when congress approves,
the Republic of Korea will have to open up both air space
and its territorial waters... According to the plan...
lf the Pacific Command enters our air and waters,
then, so will the Japanese Self-Defense Force, right?
Be rational about this...
Give us til the end of the week
''Opinion poll: 2 out of 3 disapprove of President's hard-line foreign policy''
Tension could lead to war?
We demanded the Japanese clear out by an official letter
ln a worst case scenario, you should be prepared to get China involved
The simplest solution would be to convince North Korea
lf they withdraw, we can untangle this problem
A more urgent issue at hand is the upcoming general election
You should really pay more attention
Approval ratings dropped again?
Water, please?
Diplomatic tension with Japan is creating unrest among the public
And, the party is grieving about the lack of support on your part
So...?
Are you asking me to put on a show or something for ratings?
You should take this seriously
Things are not looking good
We cannot afford to lose to the Opposition
What do l have to do to get some water here?!
We have a meeting with the Japanese Ambassador
We are... very regretful that
the Korean government... isn't actively dealing with the recent episode...
of provocation by the North Korean military
You seem to be mistaken
l have summoned you here, Ambassador!
Not for your opinion or a chit-chat,
but to tell you that the current tensions were triggered by Japan's military action
Do you understand?
But, it's a... legitimate...
Please speak in Japanese You have a translator
Wouldn't it be easier? Why sweat it?
- Just speak in Japanese - Should l go home?
Oh, l'm sorry
This training was
- a legitimate military activity - Take a seat
We never violated foreign territories
and acted under approval from the Pacific Command
Do you take me for an idiot?!
Look at me, Ambassador!
The Maritime Force intruded into our waters
3 times while relocating to the northwest
and the standoff area is conventionally prohibited from military activities
You know that, don't you?
This is not military training but a military action
and it's a natural reaction for North Korea
which works in favor of your government
Because such military tension will raise concerns for national security
and stirred-up public sentiment will pave the way
for legislation of the New National Security Law
that the right wing government always wanted. lsn't that so?
What's the matter? Lost for words?
l'm so sorry but you spoke too fast...
Don't take the Korean government for a fool
We may have a humiliating history but we don't do humiliating politics
We'd better wrap it up for today
Could you put the blind up?
Thank you!
lt's my second time in Seoul The night view was spectacular
with all the bright lights on bridges and buildings
l'm flattered. Thank you
Why would you be? lt's not like you built them
North Korea must withdraw by the end of the week
You cannot take an emotional approach with Japan
Because that's what they want
They want to make an issue out of the current crisis
We're telling them to stay out of our waters
telling them to stop pointing missiles at our country
ln case they're having wild ideas about our people again,
we're telling them we're pissed off and that we won't blankly stare
like the Americans or the South Koreans
Are you saying you're prepared to go war?
Who are you?
l'm the Chief of National lntelligence
But then, when you dropped a missile in Japanese waters
or pressed on with plans to launch satellites,
the surrounding countries passed over in silence
Because we wanted to prevent war, at all costs
And, you are...?
l'm the Secretary of National Security
Did you invite me over to gang up on me?
What do you mean gang up on you?
Listen!
lt was the same back in '94 and '08 when the Americans pushed us over
We have never changed our position
because we're not Afghans playing with popguns in caves
Or some tiny banana republic in Africa
or Central America that sprouts up and disappears
Are you scared of war, Mr. President?
There are three things in the world that l'm scared of
First is needles
Second is when my little son raises his hand with a question
And the last is...
candlelight vigils
A War? We'll go to war if it's necessary
But, now is not the time
Now, you have to trust us
No, trust me, Cha Ji-wook
l'll prove to you that a solid government and good politicians
are stronger than a million troops
My beloved people of Korea...
Han Kyung-ja, the former Minister of Law She's a good card
She could be a breath of fresh air temporarily
But, are we ready for a female president?
A publicity stunt for the election, clearly
You think so?
Why am l going to the market?
To get a sense of public sentiment
l would like to thank
- my fellow candidates - Hang on...
That woman there...
lt's Professor Kim E-yeon, daughter of the former President Kim
She was scouted as the counsel for foreign policy
They seem to be a good match
Do you know her?
What?
Not really... Our fathers were friends
She could have come on the scene earlier
But, she kept a low profile until her father's term ended
Smart... really
She's also the spokesperson
Really?
Well, anything sounds better when it comes out of a beauty
But, too hasty
Shouldn't we send some congratulatory flowers for Ms. Han?
l already have, sir
Good for you
Do you think l should send something for Professor Kim, too?
What do you think?
l have that arranged, too
l'll be back later, sir
3pm: Visit to Moonsan Market
Are you all right?
ls this really necessary?
lt's the easiest and surest way You believe what you see
l should be making policy for people
Eating rice cake in the market won't make any changes
Rice cake?
That's a good idea
Why didn't l think of that?
Rice cake... and, throw in some fish balls and sausages
lt'll make it all the more realistic if you actually eat something
This is really good!
Hello, big fella!
Mr. President! Mr. President!
Please save my father!
He needs your kidney!
Please look at me, sir! Mr. President!!
He needs your kidney
The events of this afternoon
is an example of the misguided belief widely spread in our society
that things can be achieved with a loud voice
Foreign press have reported today's incident
as an act of a mentally deranged man
The President was safe however and according to the police lnvestigation,
the young man is 22 years old...
According to eyewitness accounts,
''showing fundamental problems'' with presidential security
''showing fundamental problems'' the President threw himself to the ground
before his guards surrounded him
lf what the attacker pulled out of his jacket was not a banner but a gun,
we could have lost the most agile President in history
That crazy bastard! How can he be so quick?
l'll get axed for this, right?
- Vice Chief! - Sir
Congratulations, man!
Don't say that, sir
Regarding today's incident, wrap it up as swiftly as possible
A reprimand of some sort for security will be unavoidable
lt's become a bit of an issue
lt's late Let's get some rest
l'm tired
Sir!
lt wouldn't hurt to consider it
Excuse me?
The transplant, sir
Mr. Moon!
Now the entire country knows it
A young man begged the President to save his father
and only the President can save him
What would the public think?
l'm not telling you to go through with an operation
Just the gesture
The President was willing to help but due to medical complications...
We'll get the message across
How's that?
lt's a perfect idea
The media is not on our side
lf we pull this off, it could turn the situation around completely
What the public wants to see is the humane side of the President
Mr. Moon
Young-cheol!
l'll go by myself
Come on, Ji-wook!
l'm asking you as a friend
Politics is a show That's what we learned
Let's put on a show, just once
Mr. President
Your name is Kim Joo-joong?
Yes, sir
How old are you?
Twenty... Twenty two, sir
A student?
Yes
No, actually... l'm on leave of absence
Don't be terrified
l'm not here to punish you
l just wanted to talk to you
There's been some drama in my life recently
This was by far the best
Was it you?
l'm sorry, sir! lt happens when l'm nervous
Sorry
That's okay lt's a physiological reaction
So, your father is very...
My father passed away when l was about your age
Mr. Cha Myung-soo MP, right?
Not many young people know about him
l read his memoir... and saw a documentary on him, too
There was a lot of talk about you
That you were a crybaby as a child,
about the mole on the bottom, and two vortices on your scalp
You found out about my blood type and that l have a rare tissue type
Yes, l learned all that from the book
Well, l came here to apologize
lt's not final but matching blood type and DNA tissue...
doesn't mean l qualify as a donor
Also, being President of a country... it's not my personal decision
But, you achieved so many things by fighting opposition
and proved that your belief was right
Sit down, young man
Mr. President, please!
He doesn't have much time
Please...
l beg you
l'm really sorry
Was there really no alternative to me?
There is nothing more that l can do
Book me in
Pardon?
For a tissue compatibility test
Yes, sir! The chance of a match is miniscule
The test will be it
Hello
Pardon me?!
At 1930, a plan of operation was served
By 0800 tomorrow, a regiment from the 7th fleet will pass the East Sea
and reach the standoff point located at 220km off the Northeast Sea
Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force is included in the regiment?
That's right
This is the standoff point
lt's in international waters 120 km from our territorial waters
North Korea dispatched 1 Najin-class commodore, 3 Yugo-class frigates,
and a maritime sniper brigade
Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force has mobilized the 3rd Maizuru convoy
and have the 4th and 8th covoy on standby
Why is Korea so small on the map?
Pardon me?
l mean on that map... lsn't it actually bigger than that?
l'll correct that, sir
lf we don't open up our waters, what happens next?
The White House will call
and play the wartime command card
l'll tell them the current situation isn't critical. And, then?
Following more discussions...
You'll buy some time
Three days left, right?
lf we prove to the North Koreans that they can trust us,
we can have them withdraw within 3 days
We must carefully weigh the gains and losses
The American President and the Republicans won't be happy
but we can prevent a war
Also, we can stop the legislation of Japan's New Self-Defense Law
and improve our relationship with the North
Much more to gain than to lose
No...
Everything is okay
What do you mean a war will break out?
Test results are already in?
Couldn't they wait a few more days?
Anything l need to know?
What?!
Full House
l can make some noodles if you give me a few minutes
That's okay l felt like instant noodles
This kimchi is amazing You made it yourself?
Usually, l do But, we ordered ready-made this time
- Right... - l'm sorry
My son woke up in the middle of the night and asked me a question
He says he's in love with someone but doesn't know what to do
Kids these days are unbelievable
So, what did you tell him?
So, l told him...
lf you really love that person love your daddy first,
then, she'll love you, too
That doesn't make sense
lt doesn't, does it?
- Use this - Thank you
l don't remember exactly
but l think l had a similar conversation with my father
lf you really love someone... No, that's not what he said
lf you really want to love and save this country,
Look after the hungry kid next door, first
l read it in his memoir
How did l reply to that?
l'm not sure but l don't think it had what you said after, in the book
Look after the hungry kid next door, first
One time, an old man came to me and asked me
lf, while you were busy running around trying to make a better country,
your neighbor's child dies of starvation
Have you really saved the country?
You're right l think that's what he said
So, if you really love your mum and dad,
you must love a friend who's in a less fortunate situation
lf you do, it's same as loving your own mum and dad
and loving this country
Thank you for the ramen
Did you have to come up with the crazy idea, at this crucial time?
Look at the mess you made
The idea was to make a gesture
l honestly didn't expect this result
Do you know how scared he is of needles?
Mr. President is here
l believe this morning's unscheduled statement
gave rise to concerns and questions for fellow Koreans watching this program
Early this morning, this government made a decision
to turn down the U.S.'s request for military cooperation
The decision is consistent with our principles
of prioritizing national security
and maintaining seIf-reliant peace in Asia
lt is also a manifestation of our will to solidify trust with North Korea
Despite the grave importance of this matter,
time was of the essence in reaching a decision
which will be reviewed by the Assembly later
Today's decision which entails the risk of diplomatic friction with the U.S.
is a manifestation of our concern over
the military expansion of Japan
l would like to ask for your understanding
on another decision l made
Two days ago, a young man came to me to save his father
He believed that only l could save the life of his father
and that wasn't far from the truth
l would like to announce to my fellow Koreans and my loyal staff,
a decision l believe to be the best l could reach has been made
ln a few hours, l will undergo an operation
to transplant one of my kidneys
to the man who shares
the same rare tissue structure as me,
who is teetering on the verge of life and death
During the six-hour operation and the following few days of recovery,
the entire cabinet will do their best
to ensure the smooth running of state affairs
lt is my belief that if l can't save
the life of one man who needs my help,
l cannot be the President for millions
Will l need general anesthesia for the procedure?
How is it done? Through oral administration?
lt's usually administered by injection
l see...
well...
Let's get rolling
lt's the first time, sir
Letting you be in a dangerous place without my escort
You're sharing a life with me
Please live your half of our life to the fullest, for me
lf you love your mum and dad,...
But, it's E-yeon that l love What should l do?
You mean, Jung-ho's daughter E-yeon?
Why do you like her?
You want me to tell her for you?
No!
E-yeon!
Stop it, dad!
- Ji-wook is in love with you! - Don't!
How did it go?
The North Koreans withdrew their troops
and, agreed to accept our terms of negotiation with Japan
No, l mean the transplant
Was it successful?
We would like to express our support for the government's diplomatic decision...
The government shall need to discuss the potential diplomatic friction
and other related issues on a pan-national level
Also, we'd like to express our utmost respect
for the President's noble decision
and, wish a fast recovery
l made some porridge with scallops
lt's not seasoned so, if it's too bland...
Chef!
You know when my father told me to look after a hungry kid next door
l remembered how l replied
Sir?
l told him... there was no next door to us
Enjoy your meal, sir
The ratings are soaring in our favor
lt rose by almost 10% and, the party's overall rating by 5%
By the way,
you don't really need to worry about this but...
there's a man at the Hangang Bridge causing a fuss
asking for a liver transplant from you
which is totally absurd, of course!
But then, if you gave away that, too
You could probably change the Constitution
Besides, you're still young and fit
Mr. President!
Come on, man!
''l need your liver, Mr. President'' He can do it for one man but not for me?
lt's the moment of truth
''The choice of the Nation'' At a 95% confidence level,
and a sampling error of plus or minus 1%
we give you the exit poll results
Exit poll results
With 58.3% of the vote,
Han Kyung-ja of United Democratsis likely to secure a victory
Han Kyung-ja of United Democrats won 14,350,000 votes
out of the 25,100,000 cast, taking 57.1% of the total votes
Women's interest groups welcomed the result with excitement
and resolution for change
''Madam President, show us the power of women!'' and resolution for change
''Madam President, show us the power of women!'' Presidential elect Han promised to rein in property speculation,
''Thank you, Korea! l'll do my best!'' and push for tax and educational reform from the beginning of her campaign
One two three,
One two three
ls this really necessary for your birthday?
lt's useful to know how to dance You'll need it for foreign guests
Hey, what's on the schedule today?
You have a visit to an orphanage called Home of Love
and a rally commemorating ''Housewives' Day''
No, l mean my wife's schedule
And, why do l have to attend a ''Housewives' Day'' event?
Well...
Can you not refer to me as ''wife'' in public?
lt's been over a year now ls it still so difficult?
Well, you're not my husband
Let's talk about that later Shall we wrap up for today?
Yes, ma'am
lt would be safe to assume that the eco-system issue is cleared for ''Area A''
l'd rather be the scent of a flower than the flower itself
A scent called a housewife
A scent that makes a flower more beautiful
ls that you, dog-face?
Yeah, l can talk now... Really?
Was it tomorrow?
Hang on... let me check my schedule
l have something but l'll definitely come by
ls ''Jellyfish'' and ''Optimus Prime'' coming, too?
Great! l'll be there
We've got to see each other when we still can
lt's not what you think... lt's bad karma
Still 4 more years left
unless she gets impeached or something
Good job...
We are covered for everything?
Well, the Assembly...
The Opposition's resistance is stronger than anticipated
Tax hikes are always a sensitive issue
There is even a talk of red-baiting
Raising taxes automatically makes us a left wing government?
This is the single most important policy of this government
lf we fail to enact this bill,
Korea will fall behind for another 10 years
We've got to be firm
We have two more days Let's give it our best shot
Yes, ma'am
Aren't you coming to bed? lt's late
lt's a statement l'm issuing tomorrow
l've got to familiarize myself with it
What's this?
lt's nothing
Get some sleep
Okay...
My old buddies are getting together tomorrow. Do you mind if l go?
Please! We talked about this before
You're not a private person any more
Can't you refrain from attending personal schedules?
l wouldn't have asked if it wasn't important
How do they know your number anyway?
How would they? l called them to say hello
All right... Good night!
A hundred pigs and ten cows
l can still do it! Watch me do it!
Let's go to your place for more drinks!
Tell your wife toprepare some food
How dare you ask the President to prepare your drinks?
You'll get lock up
No problem! l'll call my wife
Let's all go to my place for more drinks!
Madam President!
Tell my wife to come out
Don't embarrass me in front of my buddies
Are these your guards?
That's Security One
That's Two... l don't see Three...
Hey, Three! Get Three to come out
Are you armed with guns and grenades? Shoot me!
l'm Optimus Prime My limbs are made of steel
- Go ahead, shoot me! - Stay away
Call the Residence
Tell her that Blue House is under attack from Optimus Prime
Where did he drink?
Near Jongro, ma'am
Why didn't you escort him back before he got so drunk?
Look at me! l'm the Presidential Chef... l'm the King
He's taking a leak!
Let go of me, punk!
l'll never ever drink again
l prepared a French-style breakfast for Madam President
and some traditional fish soup for you, Professor
lt'll help you ease the hangover
A phone was ringing in your pocket, this morning
lt was an unauthorized cell phone
l took the call...
lt asked me if l needed an urgent loan
Should the President of Korea be receiving calls like that?
They just call random numbers ''No interest for the first month,'' right?
l got similar calls a few times What an annoying bunch!
That's not the point of this! You lied to me!
Are you a spy?
No one else carries private cell phones in the Blue House
l'm sorry
But, l have a personal life outside of my duty
l normally have it switched off and only use it in special cases...
l got rid of it
What?
l got rid of the phone
Good for you...
l still have 6 months on the contract but, never mind
- Hello! - Look, who's here!
How are you?
Good. He's grown so big
Have you been busy?
Not so much
You drove here by yourself?
l haven't done it in years... lt was great
Why didn't you take the residence that government provided?
l'm grateful for the pension
Why waste money on building a new house?
You're so stubborn
How's the preparation for the policy institute going?
l decided to put it on hold for now
lt's only been a year since the handover
lt could be a little too soon
l'm thinking of continuing with my studies
lt's good to hear that l was worried you might open a gym
How's life as a single dad?
lsn't this...?
Chef Jang has them sent over every now and then
ln the name of providing good education,
parents go through tough competitions...
What's with her hair?
Why do women in politics have that same bouffant hairdo?
A bright red suit? Like a firefighter
Her skin looks great Well, she gets the best facials
They have beauticians in the Residence?
Yeah... l got one every other day
How come l never got one?
Maybe it was new from my term
Well, l got them
What?! That wretched Chief of Staff...
Can we watch some TV?
You don't care now that your terms are over?
Shame on you
The Special Administrative City Law that this government wants to enact
entails moving the capital into...
ls he sure?
He doesn't talk rubbish
lf this is true, she's headed directly for impeachment
Have they lost their minds?
You know l'm the best hit man in the Opposition
Let's strike while the iron is hot
We can get this in tomorrow's morning editions
lsn't it her birthday, tomorrow?
Happy birthday, Madam President! This will be the biggest surprise
- Good morning, sir! - Morning!
ls Chef Jang here?
Over here, sir
- Chef! - Yes, sir
Good morning, sir!
Are we all set?
Yes, sir
We'll look into it right away, ma'am
Here she comes!
Everyone in their positions!
As practiced...
And, one...
Happy birthday to you~ Happy birthday to you~
Happy birthday Madam President...
Have you lost your mind?!!
Han Gate: the Special Admin City Law, a present for husband?
The President's ambitious plans for relocation of the capital,
was it all but a part of her real estate speculation scheme?
This is the true face of Han's government
lt's beyond outrageous
How can we trust a government under corrupt leadership
ls it worth keeping this government?
We must put it to the people
l really didn't know!
All l wanted was to raise pigs and cows there when we retire
What are they building there?!
God damn it!
Where is she?
At the Residence, sir
What's going to happen now?
The Opposition will initiate a motion for impeachment at the Assembly...
Where is he?
Mr. Choi went out for some air
Do l need to go through with this?
You must act as normally as possible especially at times like this
lf you don't, they will bite down harder on us
Like in a dog fight
lt's not all that exciting to celebrate a birthday, at my age
l would like to thank all of you who came to congratulate me
and apologize for what you must've heard on the news this morning
lt was a nasty surprise for me, too
As the President, l feel that l am solely responsible for what happened
Today, my husband was going to dance with me on stage
but, he wasn't feeling very well...
Ladies and Gentlemen, it's my husband, Choi Chang-myun
- Are you okay? - Yeah
l'm the presidential spouse, Choi Chang-myun
l'm sorry l'm late
Today is the birthday of my dear wife and our President
lt should have been a day of happiness and celebration
but because of me, it was one of the worst days in her life
l had a dream of retiring to a farm with my wife
So, l bought a small ranch with my life savings
l had no idea it would turn out to be such a disaster
l just sold off the land
Looking back, this wasn't the first time
l failed to provide the support she needs for carrying out her duties as President
l regret so much only adding to her burdens
And, it makes me realize
that l probably won't change as a person
So, l made a small resolution
and, felt l should announce it before l have a change of heart
On the way here, l thought of you in the old days and l got choked up
You are as beautiful now as you have ever been
Kyung-ja...
Let's get divorced
lt's not possible for me to be with you
and live as a presidential spouse
What's going on? What did he say?
l'm American, too...
l'm so sorry
And, happy birthday
lt's an emergency! A crisis!
No, not a crisis either
For the first time in the history of Korea,
a sitting President may get divorced during her presidential term
This afternoon's statement by Professor Choi was his sole decision
which he hopes, will allow the President to devote herseIf to her presidential duties
Lawyers for Democratic Society has volunteered to represent Professor Choi...
Opposition to blame for President's Divorce - 62.4% Lawyers for Democratic Society has volunteered to represent Professor Choi...
Opposition to blame for President's Divorce - 62.4% The public points finger of blame at the Opposition...
Where is this going?
lt's backfiring on us
Who did you hit, the President or her husband?
Calm down This is an opportunity for us
A President with a family crisis! She's as vulnerable as can be
Look at the survey results Public reaction is contrary
They think we're responsible for the President's divorce
Don't you know what she represents to the people?
To the public, she's the mother-, wife- and daughter-in-law figure
The Mother Mary, Korea's Joan of Arc and Cleopatra...
Maybe not the Cleopatra...
ls it not? Did l say Cleopatra?
The point is...
The opposition seems to be worried about taking the blame
Has she made up her mind about a divorce?
''President sacrificing her marriage for the sake of her duties''...
Not bad
Professor Choi has been a ticking time-bomb
Maybe she's better off without him
Have you ever been through a divorce?
No, l'm happily married
l went through with it twice
When was the second time?
The first time was not in the record
You think a divorce will allow you to focus better on yourjob?
Who should be handling the matter anyway?
The personnel affairs?
How come? lt goes under political affairs
What?
Definitely not the foreign policy Leave me out of this
How can you let this happen? You know what dad's like!
What about me?
Are you blaming me for what he has done?
But, you know how hard it has been for him
Before being one man's wife, l'm the President of this country
How can l do my job if l have family troubles to worry about
lf he can't put up with it... then, we have no choice
Please mother...
He started it all
Even if he comes back, things won't change for the better
Suit yourself, Madam President
l loved him with all my heart
However, since taking office,
l found loving someone as a private person a very difficult task
Today, l'm mustering up the courage
to make an announcement about a decision l made
l decided to remain by myself as your President,
not as a wife to a...
God, this is corny!
What's with the humiliating tone?
Am l begging for sympathy for a poor divorcee?
What's with ''tears'' in brackets? You want me to cry here?
Today, l stand before you as your President, not a wife to a man...
Like this?
l'm sorry, ma'am. We've never dealt with this kind of situation...
Should the President present herself at the court for divorce?
For formalities...
And other things like alimony...
She is praised as the mother figure of the 21st century
And now, she's fallen a victim of a political snare thanks to the Opposition
Although he claimed an innocent coincidence,
he did buy land awaiting major development
Please, let's use some common sense here
The President's husband bought the land in his own name
so that the world will know when he makes a huge profit out of it?
A five-year-old would laugh at that
Well, he just did that laughable thing
Are you listening to what l'm saying?
- We'll move on to talk about - lt's not us that's funny
- what will happen next - but the way you people think
Some claim that the President has made up her mind about the divorce
Nothing has been decided
Please be careful with the wording
Our society places great value on family,
which is why the public is so concerned
They say ''Cultivate body, order family then, make peace for the world''
People are concerned as to whether or not she'll be able to carry out her duties
without the support of a solid family behind her
lt's funny you should say that
The former President Cha was a wifeless father
Did he ever have solid family support behind him?
A wifeless father?!
Did you just refer to the former President as a ''wifeless father?''
Are you trying to insult the former head of state?
What uneducated absurdity?
How dare you talk to me like that? How old are you?
Why are you asking me my age? We were in the same class in college
How old l am is how old you are!
l failed my entrance exams twice
That's fantastic! Well done for re-taking your exams!
You must be really proud!
Are you mocking me?
You have just insulted the 200,000 students nationwide
that are re-taking exams
What did l ever say about them? l'm talking about you!
Take your words back this moment or l'll see to it that you pay for it
l can't and l won't!
Make a public apology right this moment!
Hey, little guy! No books or TV or talking on the phone
while eating your dinner, okay?
Hello? This is Cha Ji-wook
l hope l'm not interrupting you at a busy time
l have a favor to ask
Would you be willing to give a lecture for my students?
l'll check my schedule
This morning, the President invited her two predecessors,
the former Presidents Kim and Cha, to a luncheon at the Blue House
and discussed the main objectives and pending issues of her government
Hello, it's great to meet you!
l studied politics at university like yourselves
and served as the President until last year
in case, some of you didn't know
You parted with your wife quite early
and served your term without the support of a First Lady
l think you might have hopes of meeting someone special again
Did you meet that special person during your tenure?
That's class A confidentiality
Tell us! Tell us!
On many occasions, l felt lonely
Even if l had the best advisers and
was surrounded by people who had faith in me
There were times l wanted to be in love again
to have that special feeling for someone
But, l found that as a President, it's difficult to love one person only
lt's a job where it's extremely difficult to love,
cherish and respect one person
So, l gave it up
And now, l regret giving it up so much
l had lunch with President Han this afternoon
As you know, she is going through a tough time at the moment
l told her what l learned from my experience
To be President for one person when it comes to a certain moment
ln order to avoid having regrets later on
You were fantastic today
Don't flatter me
lt's getting chilly
Air's great in this part of the town, isn't it?
lt happens when l'm nervous
l haven't cooked in years
Mr. Choi is a good cook
He made food here?
Time to time, ma'am
On your birthday, it was Mr. Choi who made your birthday soup
So typical of him
How come you're not married?
My youngest is going to college this year
Oh, excuse me!
Why did l think you weren't married...
Please forgive me
That's okay l get that from time to time
How are things?
Pardon?
How are things at home?
l don't go home much but still, it's great
A President could make her people happy,
even if she isn't happy herself, couldn't she?
The President doesn't necessarily have to be happy
to make the lives of people better, right?
l may be wrong but l believe...
just as a President wishes that all her people are happy,
everyone wants their President to be happy
Not a single person would want the President to be miserable
You think so?
That's what people want
lt would be nice if the President devoted herself to
making the people happy
but people who have a miserable President cannot be truly happy
Koreans are good people, A lot more so than you might think
They are, aren't they?
l'm only a cook but l know that much
Can l leave this to you?
You know l had lunch with the two former Presidents
They both told me to pay a visit here,
when faced with a dilemma that l cannot solve by myself
Now l can see what they meant
Thank you
Where can she be at this hour?
She's not at the Residence
Sir,
l received a report that she just left the main gate
What are you talking about?
Sir!
The main gate!
Right! The main gate!
Don't get in the way you idiots!
Why did you let her pass by herself?
Would she go grocery shopping at this hour, dumbass?
- l'll have you killed, all of you! - Sorry, sir!
What did you say to her that made her disappear in the middle of the night?
We were just chatting about happiness and other things...
While picking anchovy guts?
What are you talking about? God, this is annoying!
Turn on the GPS
Have a chopper locate the vehicle
lt's the Blue House
l'm the Chief of Security
We know where she is headed Give them a call, too
Put me on!
Chief Joo? This is the Chief of Personnel
Don't have her pull over in the city We can't let anyone see her
Don't let the press find out, no matter what!
Escort her out of the city, okay?
She entered the highway Where's the next bottle neck point?
An-sung lntersection, sir
Stop the vehicle before she enters the intersection
And, set up a road block in E7
West Coast Highway
l'm sorry but this is a personal matter
l assumed from the direction you were heading
lt's appropriate to use the official escort for this
Please let me take the wheel, ma'am
l don't need an escort l won't be long
Your driver's license has expired
Would you like me to call you a cab?
Maintain positions
Destination is Madam President's in-laws'
Here they are!
You drove here Why are you out of breath?
Shall we... dance?
Did you practice?
Did you mark ''6''?
Mind your own ticket
Let me see what you got
Don't look at mine
- Focus on yours - You have a lovely temper!
''6'' is a good number
Says who?
l hope l win the jackpot this time
lt's not easy l know because l've done it before
- You'll give it all away again? - l'll keep it all for myself
People think that Presidents are special people
Of course, they are not wrong in thinking that
But, what we often forget is that at certain moments,
they are someone's husband,
wife or parent
Their joy, sadness and happiness is not all that different from our own
If an old President comes over for a drinks,
or a President who has given up smoking asks for a cigarette
''A Very Special Kitchen'' ln the early morning, when he greets you with hello
we say to him with a big smile,
''Good morning, President!''