Eve (2022): Season 1, Episode 1 - Liyan's New Beginning - full transcript

- Welcome. - Welcome.

Please come inside.

Ms. Han, our department store's honored to have you.

Chairman Jung invited me many times since the Apgujeong store opened.

I see why he's proud of the place.

We waited with bated breath for you to visit.

Please offer your criticism and advice.

At the 45th Trade Day celebration, LY Group was acknowledged...

for exporting a total of 110 billion dollars.

This was a mere two years after we heralded for exporting...

a total of 90 billion, making it the shortest advancement,



and also a record in Korea's economic history.

The chairman?

Isn't this LY's Kang Yoon Kyum?

- This rumor. - I think it's Kang Yoon Kyum.

(Mogul rumors about K and H)

(Mogul rumors about K and H)

(Rumors about their privacy)

It is about Kang Yoon Kyum.

- What a mess. - You got it?

The rumors are right.

It looks like it.

The world's economy is in a downturn,

and we accomplished this feat...

despite worries of a bleak future...



thanks to the executives and staff who worked hard,

and the public who trusted and appreciated our company.

(LY Kang Yoon Kyum, shocking scandal)

I thought better of him.

- Gosh. - He's with the press.

His stocks will fall.

It'll hit the company hard.

- Unbelievable. - Who's the woman?

The mom of his kid's friend?

(It's the guy's fault.)

A mistress? I knew it.

My gosh.

He had an affair?

How could he?

I thought better of him.

He was seeing someone else?

This...

(The man in the tabloid turned out to be Kang Yoon Kyum.)

(H is the only daughter of a famous politician in Korea.)

As I acknowledge this weight on my shoulder,

I promise to fulfill my social duty as an entrepreneur in Korea...

by contributing to improve the economy...

of our country.

(LY, 110 billion in cumulative exports)

Mr. Kang, is the article in the tabloid true?

- Mr. Kang, is it true? - Sir.

- What's your statement? - Any comment about the tabloid?

Is it true that you have a mistress?

- Sir! - Mr. Kang!

Mr. Kang Yoon Kyum!

(Eve)

Mr. Lee, don't miss.

Just play as usual. Okay?

Don't just stand there. Clap for him.

Swing on the count of three.

One.

Two.

Three.

See? They are on the same side. Aren't they?

He's been playing golf for 20 years. How could he miss?

He blew the whistle and reported me to the prosecutor.

And you handed over the documents.

You did it.

Sir, please spare me. I beg of you.

Do Wan, we should bid farewell to both of them today.

Please spare me, sir.

Please.

Sir, I'm so sorry. Please spare us.

Please.

Kongja! Soonja!

Come and get them!

They are all yours!

There you go.

All right.

Prime Minister,

the president of the bank, Kim Jin Chae,

has been waiting for two hours.

He dares not to ask for a meeting,

but he asked you to make a comment on your social media...

he would be the best Mayor of Seoul.

I told you not to accept guests on days like today.

And don't call me Prime Minister.

"Sir" isn't in your vocabulary?

I'm sorry, sir.

(Kim Jung Chul)

- What is it? - There's a problem!

Your son-in-law caused trouble. This is really bad!

My goodness. Oh, no!

What's gotten into Mr. Kang?

If Ms. Han finds out, she's going to throw a fit!

- Kang Yoon Kyum has a mistress... - Turn off the TV.

Call Assemblyman Park.

Tell him to take down the articles.

Get them to publish corrections.

Don't let this spread.

- Do it now. - Yes, ma'am.

Your father is calling.

- Yes, Dad. - Is he out of his mind?

What is this nonsense I saw on the news?

You couldn't keep your husband in order?

What is this?

I called Assemblyman Park.

I'll take down the articles.

They are already all over the Internet.

That's pointless!

You know what? What on earth is Yoon Kyum planning?

I'm flustered too.

Give me a bit more time.

I'll handle this.

That ungrateful jerk.

If he wants to ruin his life, tell him to leave us out of it!

Darn it!

("CEO Kang Yoon Kyum's Private Life Causes a Controversy")

("CEO Kang Yoon Kyum's Private Life Causes a Controversy")

(Office)

The President wants the floor leader to publicly take back what he said.

If you set up a meeting with him, I'll talk to him.

Yes, Mr. Seo.

No one seems to know who Kang Yoon Kyum's mistress is.

No way. Everyone is trying to find out who she is.

Is she an alien?

She seduced the CEO of LY, the richest man in Korea.

Who could it be?

He's married to Han Pan Ro's daughter.

- He must be really gutsy. - Right.

(Three months ago)

My dad wants to have a meal with Assemblyman Kim.

All of us must go. He's bringing his wife too.

Mom, do I have to go too?

Your grandfather wants to see you.

- Of course, you should. - What about the diaper?

Didn't I tell you? By the time you want to go, it'll be too late.

You must press the button before that. Okay?

What if my friends find out?

So you should learn to go to the bathroom on your own.

You're seeing a therapist and going to art counseling.

How come you're showing no progress?

Yelling at her won't solve anything.

Leave Da Bi alone until she's ready.

How will that help us?

Do you want people to find out she's still in diapers?

This wraps up the entrance ceremony of Liyan Preschool.

Let us now begin the second part prepared only for the parents.

With the purpose of educating children to become global leaders,

Liyan provides a fall admission system,

three-language classes,

and an art curriculum for gifted children.

Liyan didn't stop educating even during the Japanese occupation,

and in order to share our noble educational value,

the entrance ceremony has taken place...

with a fundraising event every year.

Dear graduates of Liyan and their families.

Dear parents of current students.

Be a family to talented children who will be the future of Korea.

Enjoy the event,

and gather your sincerity for the children in need.

Thank you.

- Hey. - What?

Han So Ra seems to have gotten even older from up close, no?

It's not that she's gotten older.

She's just old.

She was almost 40 when she had her baby.

Oh, right.

Honey, doesn't this remind you of our girl?

I miss her.

Bandoneon?

What's a bandoneon?

It's a tango instrument.

I didn't know you were acquainted with such a minor culture too.

The female dancer is Korean.

She's that woman? She's such an amazing dancer.

Is she a celebrity?

I love her style.

I heard her child goes to Liyan.

- Really? - Yes.

Did you just hear that? Her child goes to Liyan.

She's the mother of a kindergarten child?

That woman's child also goes to Liyan.

I must say, Liyan's gotten lousy.

She's just way below our level.

Thanks to you,

we've managed to raise much more than the targeted amount this year.

Thank you so much.

If you need anything, tell me at any time.

Sure.

- It's her. - I loved the performance.

- It was amazing. - I really enjoyed it.

- That was wonderful. - You were amazing.

- Goodness. - I loved it.

You were so cool.

- I enjoyed the performance. - Awesome.

- It was impressive. - Great job.

You were really cool.

Her child is part of Class Royal.

I didn't know she was that skilled though.

That was cool.

Class Royal?

- I enjoyed it. - Goodness.

You were amazing.

I've never seen her before.

That means her family is quite prestigious.

I heard her mother has a connection to the foundation.

That was great.

You can get to know her first, and if there's any problem,

do let me know.

- Great job. - It was awesome.

You were so cool.

- I enjoyed the performance. - Thank you.

She looks even younger in person.

Just how old is she?

She looks even younger than you.

Hey.

You're pretty.

Oh, my.

No, don't.

I already sat here.

Hello.

It's nice to meet you.

And I'm honored that our children have become classmates.

I enjoyed your performance.

I wanted to say hello to you first of all.

I'm also a member of SE Club.

Really?

You're a member of SE?

Have they removed the 1,000 member limit?

I was told we weren't having any new members.

I joined the club a long time ago.

My mom is one of the original members.

I see.

But why haven't I seen you before?

Exactly.

Have we seen you while working out?

I rarely stand out when I don't dress up.

Unlike you two, the glowing beauties.

Actually, I used to sneak a peek at you in awe,

alone.

You're exaggerating.

We've prepared various programs this year.

Mom, can I go have fun at the playroom?

Of course.

Bo Ram, I think that girl practices ballet too.

Why don't you go and ask her where she takes her lessons?

It'd be nice if I teach you and your friend together.

I'll go ask, Mom.

Anyone who wants to play can go with her.

Go on.

Do you want to come with me and play?

Mom, can I go?

You can.

Have fun, Da Bi.

She's adorable.

You look young. How old are you?

I'm 28.

You're twenty...

What good a guy did you nab that you got married so young?

Is he here? What does he do?

He's an ordinary office worker.

He couldn't make it today.

How come you're such a good dancer?

Are you a professional?

No. I took tango lessons for fun...

and fell in love.

It's just a hobby and you're that good?

Wow, incredible.

You know Han So Ra, right?

Her kid's in this class too.

Does she not enjoy mixing with others?

She's famous for being her dad's spoiled child.

She was head of the PA when her older kid was here,

and she never even looked at others.

She thinks she's a class above the rest.

Do you think she'll lead the PA this time too?

At her age? Someone our age should lead this year.

Right.

Will you be in charge this time?

Hello?

Yes.

Will you come to the main gate?

Okay.

Someone sent flowers.

Excuse me.

Mister?

Are you the delivery guy?

Tada.

How are you here, honey?

You said you must work late.

I dashed over as soon as I could to see you.

Here. Congratulations on your performance.

I wish I saw you dance. I'm so sorry I couldn't.

Other than my dance,

you see things no one else gets to.

(Female Performer Waiting Room)

Mom, Dad.

Mom, I'm friends with Da Bi.

She wants to learn ballet from you like I do.

Does she?

Yes, ma'am. You're beautiful.

I'll teach you too if your parents let me.

Okay.

Did you have fun?

I made a new friend.

Did you?

I told you not to befriend people beneath us.

I'll pick out your friends for you.

Mr. Kang?

Mr. Kang. Or should I call you Chairman?

It's been a while.

Assistant Manager Jang Jin Wook?

I'm a general manager now.

I returned to Seoul over eight years ago.

He was head of our Argentinian branch.

Hello, ma'am.

It's fascinating to hear you know each other.

Hello, sir. Ma'am.

This is my wife, and this is my daughter Bo Ram.

Say hello, Bo Ram.

Hello.

I enjoyed your performance.

Thank you.

Are you hungry? Do you want something?

Do you want this?

(Welcome to Liyan Kindergarten! I wish you all the best.)

- Welcome, sir. - Welcome.

I last saw you when my eldest granddaughter got in.

Liyan has grown a lot since then.

We owe that all to you, sir.

The place practically shines.

What's going on?

The foundation chair and former Prime Minister Han are here.

You'll be allowed in shortly.

Mom, why aren't we moving?

I don't know. I wonder why we're stuck.

Bo Ram, Mom will go and check.

Wait in the car.

They think they're so special.

Will they treat us like this all year?

It's so annoying!

How can they discriminate us like this?

I don't believe this is happening.

Do you know how much I gave to this place?

I apologize.

Raise the barricade.

We'll let you in shortly.

I can't wait! Raise the barricade!

You look prettier each time we meet.

Thanks to Mr. Han here,

Liyan's a world famous kindergarten.

Dad. Please.

Dad!

Dad!

Just sign it!

It's only a matter of time before we get a confession.

My boss won't let me.

That's right.

Are you out of your mind?

If your dad doesn't sign the paper,

he will die.

Dad!

No!

It's okay.

- Just a little more. - It's okay.

Keep still!

It'll be over soon. Get inside.

- Are you done? - Come on!

You're done? Okay.

A bit more inside. Okay.

Han Pan Ro!

The world knows the name.

To show our appreciation.

All the money you donated...

- went to expanding the gym. - Okay, I like that.

- Wow, it's so much bigger now. - It is.

It's perfect for kids to run around in.

We put up a climbing wall suitable for growing children.

I've never seen this place myself.

It looks amazing.

Wow, it looks like fun.

Doesn't it?

The classrooms are set up so the children...

can learn at the highest level in a relaxed atmosphere.

The children will learn to play all these instruments.

Our students are winning competitions all over the world.

Liyan Kindergarten produced the best talent in every field.

I can see you are working very hard for these children.

I should build a racecourse next time.

- Thank you, sir. - You want to make another donation?

- Yes. - Da Bi is your youngest grandchild.

What are you talking about? I should have a grandson too.

Don't you agree?

Gosh, Dad.

Thank you so much for coming today.

Ma'am, you are working very hard. Gosh, look at this school.

- It's all thanks to you, sir. - Please don't mention it.

Pan Ro, this place will look amazing with a racecourse too.

No. I'll build the racecourse over there.

Da Bi, study hard, so you can be successful!

Okay!

Da Bi, shall we get going now? Let's go.

This way, please.

As this book was the only book about politics...

people in their 20s and 30s read, it became a huge hit.

I would like to introduce our proud alumnus,

Assemblyman Seo Eun Pyeong.

("The Man to Open Doors for Great Politics")

Nice to meet you. I'm Seo Eun Pyeong.

(Seo Eun Pyeong's Book Concert)

Because the title is "The Man to Open Doors for Great Politics",

if you thought I'm here to recommend great places to check out,

I'm sorry. You're out of luck today.

(Seo Eun Pyeong's Book Concert)

Actually, I wrote this book when I was at my bottom.

When I was studying to pass the bar, I had given up on the Major Five.

Dating, marriage, children,

my own house, and friends.

I had given up on all of these.

I neither had friends nor money.

I probably developed dozens of recipes...

for people who lived alone.

And this turned into a book.

And the book brought me money.

But the thing is, I gained more than just a book from this.

If my political career is over,

I'll set up a small restaurant on this street...

and give 50-percent discounts to my fellow alumni.

Then wouldn't people come to my restaurant out of curiosity?

And my restaurant might turn into a popular spot. If that happens...

Goodness. Don't you think I would hit it big again?

Right.

Here's my message to you.

So you gave up on the Major Five? I did too.

But you know what?

We shouldn't give up more than that!

We should at least hold onto our dreams and hope!

I don't know how you're spending your time...

or what you're up to now.

But this phase in your life...

will bring you incredible insight ten years from now. Just like me...

who's standing right before you.

Everyone.

Don't give up.

Everyone.

Let's hang in there.

Thank you.

- Hello. - Hello.

- Are you Mr. Seo Eun Pyeong? - Yes.

This is a special package from the US.

I see.

Could you sign here, please?

- Thank you. - Sure.

(This is Lee La El.)

(As promised, I'm paying you back tenfold.)

(Thank you for your generosity.)

Lee La El.

(Thirteen years ago)

Are you sure we can just come here without getting permission first?

Wouldn't it be better if we send a request for visitation?

I'm scared!

If we do,

do you think they will show us the investigation tape?

We haven't confirmed...

if Lee Tae Jun is at the NIS or the police station yet.

What's certain is...

Are you all right?

Are you okay?

- Over here! - Everything has wrapped up.

- Could you look over here? - He's coming out now.

The company has acquired Zedix Semiconductors...

and taken a leap to become a conglomerate.

And this is the heir of the company, Kang Yoon Kyum.

("LY, ranked 30th place in finance. Will LY become a conglomerate?")

- You're here early. - Look over here, please!

Yes.

You look awful.

This is for your safety,

but sending you abroad alone when you're still a kid...

I don't feel good about it either.

I'm okay.

Well,

It wasn't easy to meet the conditions...

to receive the scholarship from the lawyers' association.

But you had excellent grades.

Thank you, Mr. Seo.

I won't forget your help.

And...

Lee La El.

Lee La El.

This is my first time saying your full name.

What a beautiful name.

What does your name mean?

One who belongs to the deity.

My father named me.

One who belongs to the deity.

Feel free to call me if you need help in the US.

It's my new number.

I closed down my law office.

Why did you close it down?

I'm thinking of quitting my job...

and starting something new with my life.

Why?

I wanted to help people.

So I became a human rights lawyer.

But after seeing what happened to your family,

I realized something.

If I don't have power,

I can't help anyone.

I'm curious.

What kind of person you will become.

I'm also curious...

what kind of life you will have.

I'm sure it won't be the same anymore.

Probably not.

After time passes,

the world will forget about me.

But one day,

when their misery is in the limelight,

think of me then.

(Han So Ra's husband turns out to be LY's CEO Kang Yoon Kyum.)

I'll pay him back.

Ten times worse.

She left for the States and cut all ties.

And one day, her mother disappeared into thin air.

No one could hear from the two of them.

As if they renounced the world, they vanished without a trace.

The name, La El, eventually faded away...

from my memory.

La El.

I'm sorry.

Dad...

I must do this to protect the company.

Only then, the employees will survive.

You understand me, right?

- Honey! - Dad!

- Honey. - Dad!

Honey.

- Please don't hit him. - Don't harm him!

Dad!

Hey, Lee Tae Jun. Make it simple.

"I volunteered to be an industrial spy for money."

"I'm sorry I sneaked away the technology."

"The same thing will never happen again."

And with your signature on it, I'll let you go.

I'm telling you.

I've never done such a thing.

I'm not an industrial spy.

Dad!

Hey. Why this little...

- You just wouldn't listen. - Dad.

I'm telling you to sign it. Sign it, you idiot.

Why go through all this?

- You just need to sign it! - Please stop.

- He's bleeding. - Please spare him.

They're darn noisy.

Get out if you're not going to persuade him.

Visitation is not allowed anymore.

Honey, no...

- No! - Dad!

This rat is unexpectedly tough.

Mom.

Is it that hard to sign this little sheet of paper?

Mom...

Mom.

Darn, if this was the old times, I'd make him confess right away.

I guess the world has gotten better now.

But darn, it takes longer to talk it out with him.

Now that you're up to get him sir,

he will confess soon enough.

As if.

The higher-ups aren't letting me.

Goodness.

Hey.

Leave her be.

What a heartbreaking scene. Now I lost my appetite.

Like this.

Who are you to do this to him?

Are you okay?

Hey. Move.

You're one fearless wench, aren't you?

You've been glaring at me. Since a while ago.

So, what will you do? What can you do?

Hey.

If your dad doesn't sign it,

he will end up dying.

Do you see him?

Your dad's lying here.

Are you crazy, you wench?

Dad...

Honey!

Honey!

- Mom. - Drag them out.

Dad.

(Name: Lee Tae Jun)

Cremate him as soon as possible,

and stop his family from doing any interviews.

Yes, sir.

If your dad doesn't sign it,

he will end up dying.

Lee Tae Jun has been taken care of.

LY and Zedix are yours now.

(Government Departments Hold Meetings with Financial Groups)

(Han Pan Ro Gets Appointed as the Prime Minister)

(Prime Minister Han's Daughter Joins a Charity Concert)

I'm here with Prime Minister Han Pan Ro...

and Ms. Han So Ra for an interview.

Prime Minister Han, thank you for joining this charity event...

to help children with incurable diseases.

You've come here with your daughter, Ms. Han So Ra.

My daughter is such a beauty,

so many people don't know she's my daughter.

So, I've come with her to prove that.

Mister?

Gosh.

I didn't know his daughter was home.

His wife is in the hospital.

I thought she was with her.

What are you doing?

Well, we are...

Find his seal first.

We'll get his daughter to sign the written promise tomorrow.

Aren't you the executive director?

What is going on?

La El. Well...

The thing is...

Come here.

Go get the car. Hey, hurry.

Go check.

You know Han So Ra, right?

Her kid's in this class too.

Does she not enjoy mixing with others?

(Female Performer Waiting Room)

You want to do it here?

The tango got me worked up. I can't wait.

You know how much I want you...

and that I can't wait either,

but can't we go home?

Someone might come in.

(Female Performer Waiting Room)

I love you, honey.

Did you have fun?

I made a new friend.

Did you?

Are you hungry? Do you want something?

Do you want this?

The life of the high and lofty like you.

It's too far out of reach,

but the key to the shortcut...

is your heart.

The moment you take my hand,

I will drag you all...

into the fire that burned me.

(Eve)

I'll pay him back.

Ten times worse.

What could she be up to?

May I ask for your help, sir?

Honey.

The people around Chairman Kang.

Let's watch him for just three days.

Do you recognize me?

I recognize you.

Lee La El.

Who told you to speak your mind?

People who forget their place should be flattened.

The bandoneon.

Can you play it?

Where's the wife?

You dance the tango as one,

listening to your partner's heartbeat.

Concentrate only on me.

May I help you?