Into the Ring (2020): Season 1, Episode 8 - Episode #1.8 - full transcript
They voted against
issuing municipal bonds...
and now demand a
supplementary budget!
Dagachi Progressive
Party must repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent!
The Dagachi Progressive Party...
must change how they
apply trickeries to do politics!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent what?
- What are you saying?
Why did she come here?
- Return to your seats.
- Stop this!
Sirs. Can you... Sirs?
- Repent!
- Repent!
Will you stop this?
Return to your seats!
Will you calm down?
- Calm down.
- Change your ways!
Do you not hear...
Don't you hear me?
- Repent!
- Calm down!
- Repent!
- Stop this!
- Repent!
- Repent what?
- Repent!
- Repent!
Let go of me!
I know what this is.
Last April, at the National
Assembly fast track vote,
- the two major parties...
- Honey.
It's bad for her education.
Change the channel.
Don't say that. We
should watch the news.
He got hit on the head.
Calm down!
This...
You don't come here to fight!
- Stop it. Let go.
- Repent!
- Repent!
- That's enough!
- Repent!
- Repent for what?
What did we do wrong?
Why are you doing this?
Why must you protest?
Why not? Why can't we?
This wasn't what you said!
What is she going to do?
- What are you going to do?
- Let go of me.
Let go. Let me go! Let go!
Nonviolence!
Can't we keep things peaceful?
They voted against
issuing municipal bonds...
and now demand a
supplementary budget!
Dagachi Progressive
Party must repent!
- What...
- Repent!
- Repent!
- No!
We won't let this happen!
Let go of me! Don't touch me!
Did you just hit me?
How dare you?
Go on.
How... How dare you...
call us to the roof when
we're your father's age?
- That's right.
- That's right.
Respect the elderly.
Elders first. Respect and honor.
This isn't what we agreed.
The memo...
You tore it up, so back out.
- It's our party's consensus.
- What?
Consensus?
You...
You saw him, Ms. Goo.
Assemblyman Choi who
came to our sports day.
He's Aeguk Conservative
Party's leader...
and represents
Mawon-gu District A.
He said no!
What else could we do?
- Nothing.
- Nothing.
Exactly.
Is there something down there?
- Ready?
- Yes.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
Thank you for having me.
Don't you say that.
You three are very
busy, aren't you?
- Yes.
- Yes.
The three of us proposed...
an ordinance bill regarding
employment stability support fund...
- for old security guards.
- Yes.
We're looking into revising
the supplementary budget.
I see. Employment
is very important.
- Yes.
- Right.
Right.
The ordinance bill
has a nice agenda,
but it overlaps a lot...
with Dagachi Progressive Party's
Assemblyman Park's pledge.
I can't let that happen.
How dare you try to
help an assemblyman...
from the Progressive
Party in my district?
- No, that's not it.
- No.
- You misunderstood it.
- That's not it.
- No, you got the wrong idea.
- You got it all wrong.
What about the employment
stability support fund?
What about the withdrawal
of their termination?
Let those unfriendly
assemblymen and women...
fight in the National Assembly.
- Why is he...
- This was very unfortunate.
But we need to rub elbows
with an assemblyman.
Right.
Once we make a good
impression on a day like that,
we can have our job for the next
two years until the nomination.
- That's right.
- Yes.
Exactly.
Didn't I tell you that
you were being naive?
You thought those middle-aged
men were clumsy and stupid, right?
They are the most
calculative men...
when it comes to assessing
what they would gain from it.
No.
We shouldn't even
blame Shim-Jang-Si.
It was you who
ruined the whole thing.
I'm sorry.
You won't apologize to me?
This wasn't what you said!
- What is she going to do?
- Hey.
What are you going to do?
- Let go of me.
- Don't do it.
- Let go. Let go!
- Don't do it.
Nonviolence!
Can't we keep things peaceful?
The management office
already informed us earlier.
But thank you for your effort.
If you were going to help,
you should have done it right.
I understand that we're getting
fired because we're old, but...
Gosh, it's all right.
Because you stuck
your nose into this,
you ended up
getting him fired too.
Why did you make a promise
you couldn't even keep?
Calm down.
I'm sorry.
Gosh.
It's not much. Here you go.
Gosh.
Why do you always
bring me gifts?
These aren't from me.
These are from my father.
Can you put them away?
Put them away.
Be careful with that.
It was a tough day.
Things were hectic today.
I only held onto the gavel
in the chairman's seat.
Is it because it's a
temporary position?
We have left the position
vacant for a long time.
Aren't you going to
take the position again?
My gosh.
It wouldn't look good.
Nor do I want the position.
My gosh. We must fill the
position pretty soon, you know.
We're in a tight spot.
As I fulfilled my two-year term,
it's the Progressive Party's turn.
Gosh. That's a shame.
Right.
What?
"That's a shame."
That's what he said.
If that's what he thinks,
he can support me.
Forget it, Dad.
We wasted money on this geezer.
I can get this position without him.
Okay. Let's talk in detail
when we meet next time.
I heard you used to be a civil
servant at Mawon-gu Office.
Yes.
Is it true?
I heard you supported
the former chief,
but you suddenly decided to join
Representative Cho Maeng Duk.
And you were the
one who exposed...
the former chief
during the election.
Don't trust Representative
Cho Maeng Duk too much.
And don't expect
any luck with him.
Do you think it'd work?
You're young. Use your
merits and effort to get the job.
You're frustrating. Bye.
Because of you,
10 people got
fired, instead of 9.
Why do you have a phone if
you're not going to turn it on?
Mom, I have had the worst day.
Yes. This is your worst day.
Why?
I heard everything
from your mom.
You didn't get paid. You
voluntarily gave back your salary?
I didn't do that.
Representative Cho...
No, your friend...
took the microphone and said
that was what we were going to do.
Shut it.
You probably agreed to that...
in the heat of the
moment like your mom.
Like me? What do you mean?
I'm saying she doesn't know
when to butt out just like you.
It's not the time to help
your friend right now.
Mom works as a cleaner
at a building in the morning.
What? A cleaner?
Yes.
Wait.
Then, where have you been
spending all of your paychecks?
Good for you.
What a great family I
have here. Unbelievable.
Dad works as a
chauffeur at night.
- You...
- Honey.
Darn it.
And I am seriously
reconsidering my career.
Today was the first day I
regretted not listening to you, Dad.
Get out!
Get out of my house if you're
going to do whatever you want.
Come on!
She already left.
Gosh. He and his temper.
The phone is turned off. Please
leave a message after the tone.
Se Ra's phone is turned off.
Her phone was on until 2:32 p.m.
She left home around 8 p.m.
Is she cooped up
at a charging station?
"A charging station"?
It's a place only Se Ra
knows. It's her favorite place.
But even we don't
know where it is.
She said it was a secret.
She and her secret.
Why are you curious
about her secret?
You're not that close with her.
We're close.
Then, why don't
you know where it is?
Even her friends here
don't know where it is.
It's a place only Se Ra knows.
- And it's her favorite place.
- Good morning.
This is my favorite
place that only I know.
Is it a quiz for a good morning?
Darn it.
You sent me this picture
saying this is your favorite spot.
You found me here based on that?
Yes. It didn't take me long.
I mean, it took me
about 2 to 3 hours.
Here.
I went to Haengbok-dong
and remembered what you said.
You asked me to bring
dumplings during the campaign.
Consider it a gift for returning
to the District Assembly.
Goodness, what
use is it if I return?
That place is
filled with jerks...
who'll betray me
every chance they get.
There's no one on my side.
Darn it.
Why isn't there anyone?
No one's on my side either...
and I don't have anyone to
rely on, but I still go to work.
Whether it's the council
secretariat or the office pantry,
I can still sit down
and do my job.
And that's something
that only I can do.
Is this some new way
of nitpicking at me?
I mean you've done enough,
so stop blaming yourself.
There will probably be...
something only you can do too.
You're quite nosy and
full of energy all the time,
so...
someone will stay beside you...
like me.
Come to me.
Then I'll stay beside you too...
starting today.
I'm sorry...
but I'll have to refuse.
Why are you sorry? Refuse what?
That was just advice as
a friend and colleague...
that was concerned about you.
Why did you come here then?
Why did you search
for me for three hours?
Why did you bring me dumplings?
At the sports festival, why
did you run beside me then?
Being concerned is being
concerned, dumplings are dumplings,
and the race...
was just a race.
- Let's talk tomorrow after...
- I see.
You just gave me advice...
but I exaggerated
and misunderstood it?
Get lost.
What?
- Get lost!
- Hey.
Did you just laugh?
No, it's not that.
You laughed?
Hey, don't.
Hey, hey. Don't...
You better not come
within 5m from me.
I might seriously hurt you.
Forget me saying I'll
keep my heart for you...
and forget today.
Three times? Forget it.
You laughed again?
Gosh.
See you.
Don't laugh!
Look at all those reasons
for my suspension.
Don't forget why I
came here at first.
Money is honest.
It never lies.
My goodness.
It's been a long time.
We're not close enough to exchange
those types of warm greetings.
Why are you suddenly
talking down to me?
Our names are up here
together. Who cares?
Come on. This is a totally
different type of punishment.
I was only suspended for 3
days, and you were for 30 days.
Your name was up there
with mine for 30 days anyway.
Do you think people passing
by care about this tiny number?
They just see the names
and the punishment. That's it.
Well, that does seem true.
Darn it.
Why aren't you doing
your job properly?
You should've crossed out my
name after my suspension ended.
It's an official document.
Darn it.
- So...
- Don't go there.
- I'm telling you.
- What?
What are you talking about?
- Listen to me.
- What?
I can't believe it.
- Are you serious?
- Really?
Does that make sense?
What's the big deal about that?
- Here you go.
- Thank you.
We're finally choosing
a new chairman.
It was really annoying to see Go
Dong Chan as the deputy chairman.
I'm so relieved.
What if he becomes
the real chairman?
Come on, no way.
What's the big deal
about being the chairman?
What do you mean?
It is a big deal.
Not only does the
chairman gain honor,
but he's treated
completely differently...
compared to other
representatives.
Of course.
The chairman receives 3,300 a
month for business operations.
He gets a car, a driver,
and a private secretary.
When the other
representatives share offices,
he gets to enjoy his
own private office.
Anyhow, being the chairman
is the best anywhere you go.
So when will the candidates
register, hold a debate,
and hold a campaign speech?
- What?
- What?
They don't do
anything like that.
But isn't it a vote?
You're more naive
than I thought.
The vote to choose a chairman
is like choosing the Pope.
The Pope?
- Yes.
- Yes, so...
there's no need for
registrations or recommendations.
All the district
representatives are candidates.
There can be a winner...
but no loser either, so
it's less embarrassing.
The Pope?
- Yes.
- You mean...
like when they send white
smoke out of the chimney...
when they choose a new Pope?
The new chairman will
be chosen on June 8.
I see.
It's Dagachi Progressive
Party's turn this time.
Right, I guess we need
to stick to taking turns.
I wonder who the
progressive party will select.
Don't you think there's
already a potential candidate?
Representative Bong Chu San...
will opt for someone else
besides Go Dong Chan.
Then that means there will be...
more than one candidate
from Dagachi Progressive Party.
That will be an
advantage for us.
The votes will be
split within their party,
and the new chairman
will be chosen...
based on Aeguk
Conservative Party's votes.
Let's think about who
will be a better candidate.
Do you have something to say?
Don't you think a candidate who
has a better chance of winning...
regardless of their
party will be better?
To lead the eighth
Mawon-gu District Assembly,
Chairman Go Dong Chan and
Vice Chairman Yoon Hee Su.
This room, the vice chairman's
office will be yours, Ms...
No, it's Vice Chairman Yoon.
Why me?
I get that you're worried about
the fuss Ms. Goo caused...
over the child abuse ordinance.
You would be, but if
I become chairman,
- I'll make sure...
- I'm not worried.
It's that I don't get it.
If we're talking
about the two of us,
it's Chairman Yoon Hee Su and
Vice Chairman Go Dong Chan.
That sounds better.
My gosh.
Are you serious? You
want to be chairman?
If it's so obvious that I
can be, why would I say no?
Stress.
I'm Year 2 Class 1 at
Minju Elementary School,
and my name is Kim Ja Ryong.
If I become class president,
I'll work hard to make
our class a fun class.
Please vote for me
as class president.
That's it?
What's a fun class?
Kim Ja Ryong.
What did you do to try to
become class president?
Tell me. Why should
your friends vote for you?
I want to do this.
I want to be and
do a lot of things too.
Are you an interviewer?
Ja Ryong.
Here's some advice from someone
with experience in an election.
It's not worth the trouble.
- It's not?
- No, it's not.
I won't ever do this again.
Welcome.
Why...
If Mr. Bong...
suggests you run for chairman,
please refuse right away.
What? Chairman?
I'm not interested in
becoming chairman.
I don't see why you
came here to suggest that.
It's a warning,
not a suggestion.
At the by-election,
if Ms. Son Eun Sil hadn't yielded,
could you have gotten elected?
And at the municipal bond vote.
You pretended to
cast an invalid vote...
and got to research
an ordinance bill.
What about the
supplementary budget vote?
You caused a fuss and ruined it.
You're not even with our party,
so don't be shameless and...
hide behind Mr. Bong
and enjoy all the benefits.
You should just stop that.
When did I hide behind Mr. Bong?
Barging in here to give
an unwelcome warning...
is really bad manners.
You'll see some real bad
manners if you get involved...
and ruin things for me again.
You could dream big,
but your position
doesn't make you.
A person with the
ability and qualifications...
should assume an
appropriate position.
You mean that...
I lack the ability
and qualifications?
Yes.
Why come here and upset someone
with no ability or qualifications...
instead of ignoring me?
You great people can
fight among yourselves.
I'll work like a dog for money.
Call the number on the flyer.
Be strong today and tomorrow!
Oh, dear.
Hello!
10, 20, 30, 40, 50 dollars.
Yes, a 20-dollar tip.
It wasn't me.
It wasn't there earlier.
- It...
- What'll you do?
- What'll you do about it?
- I apologize.
Will you pay for it?
Call your boss right now!
Yes, sir. I'm sorry.
So what if you're sorry?
What are you looking at
when I'm talking to you?
- Will you pay for this?
- I'm sorry, sir.
At first, rather than find another
opening as a security guard,
I decided to become a valet.
But it's not an easy job.
Cars get scratched,
and I live in fear that I'll
meet someone I know.
And I did meet a few friends.
Did the others find jobs too?
Not at all.
Compared to you, it's not as
easy to find jobs at our age.
Lots of people our age
can't use the internet.
But it's okay.
And next week,
we'll meet for a farewell party
we couldn't have last week.
I'm still sorry.
Don't be.
Thanks for what you did.
Where are we going? What's this?
What's this?
- Did you call for a driver?
- Yes, I did.
It's a lady driver today.
- The car's over here.
- Here and there,
there are women everywhere.
Let's do this peacefully.
Darn it.
Wear your seat belt.
Dad. What took you
so long to pick up?
People are so
shameless these days.
They openly asked for money.
Do they think an
election is like a party?
From 5 to 10. Do
you have that much?
5 to 10?
Wait. Hang on.
Lady. Take off your hoodie.
Why?
Just take off the hood.
Take it off.
It's a seat belt,
not a rubber band!
Darn you, Goo Se Ra!
It's Goo Se Ra! Save me!
Stop the car. Stop the car!
We're just 10 minutes out.
I can't entrust
you with my safety!
I'm in the driver's seat.
You have to trust me.
Why on earth do you
work as a driver for hire?
You're a district
representative.
Oh, right.
You have a vote too.
Oh. Hang on a bit.
Here.
My fee is 30 dollars.
The rest is just how I
show my appreciation.
It's a tip?
Something like that.
It would be nice to get something
in return for my appreciation.
See you then.
Normally, I would've
been thankful...
But I heard something
funny in the car.
Is this it? Do you
think this will cut it?
What are you talking about?
I'm very meticulous
when it comes to money.
If you want my vote to
become the chairman,
you should pay
me just like others.
Don't take me for a fool.
- What are you doing?
- I mean, don't discriminate.
Then the actual candidates
from Dagachi Progressive Party...
will be Go Dong Chan
and Yoon Hee Su.
I guess so.
I thought you would...
recommend Ms. Goo.
Since you care
for her so dearly.
I heard a majority of the
Aeguk Conservative Party...
will vote for Mr. Go.
That's why I will...
vote for Ms. Goo.
She won't even know
who voted for her.
What's the use of that?
It would be a wasted
vote. It's meaningless.
The thing about people is,
if there is at least one
person on their side,
it's easier for them
to stick to their beliefs.
I'm not sure about that.
Whether Goo Se
Ra has any beliefs.
Will she be able to turn down...
everything she
might be able to gain?
Thank you.
You came a long way.
Why are you here?
What do you think?
Isn't it obvious?
Since no one will find out
what we talk about in here.
He just said, "we".
I came because of the
by-election for the new chairman.
Although Go Dong Chan is a member
of the Dagachi Progressive Party,
he's actually a conservative
man to the bone.
That's why there are
representatives who don't like him.
Four in total.
This will help persuade them.
You should run for chairman.
Run for what?
Why are you telling me this?
Because I hate Go Dong Chan.
His dad just handed
down his position...
and made him a
district representative.
Yet he thinks he rose to
that position on his own...
and I can't stand that.
If someone has to
sit in that position,
you're the better fit.
That will annoy me less.
I'm sick and tired
of elections now.
I know I've fallen
down countless times,
but if I fall again
this time, I really...
I really won't be
able to get back up.
If you become the
chairman, it's not just about...
getting a car, driver, and
money for business operations.
You'll gain power
within the assembly...
and access to any information
only the chief knows.
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
I wanted...
to tell you in
advance this time.
I truly hope...
you'll finish your remaining
term without any trouble.
I'll be waiting for your call.
Good night.
What is he doing here?
Wait for what?
I told you not to come
within 5m from me.
Tell me why you're here.
Just like when you
ran for a district rep...
because of the
50,000-dollar salary,
don't run for chairman
because of those 3,300 dollars...
from business operations.
Oh, so it's 3,300 a month.
That's quite tempting.
I didn't know that.
If Chairman Cho sends
Mr. Kim again like today,
or if he asks to
meet with you...
- and mentions the by-election...
- Why?
Do you also think I'm
unqualified and incompetent?
What?
Darn it.
Hey.
And stop calling Mr. Kim
like he's your subordinate.
Is it that hard to treat
him with a bit of respect?
He's older than you!
Older?
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
Don't run for chairman
because of those 3,300 dollars...
from business operations.
Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
- You're the best.
Isn't it about time a
competent person...
becomes the chairman?
The first candidate for our
class president election...
is very smart and
has good grades,
but that doesn't mean
she's that popular.
The second candidate bought
hamburgers for everyone.
I think we should
just draw straws.
Even if we have bad
grades and no parents,
we all need a fair chance to
become the class president.
I want to run for
class president too.
You should've registered then.
Don't you want to do it too?
No, I don't want to
become the chairman.
What's a chairman?
I was asking if
you wanted to date.
No, I'm going to make money.
I'll make tons of money...
and stack the fridge in
the comic book store...
full of ice cream.
- Go make money.
- Okay.
Stay strong today
and tomorrow, this is...
It's me.
And who might that be?
Go Dong Chan.
Shouldn't we at least...
save our numbers as
colleagues in this assembly?
Tell me what you want,
since I'm a busy person.
You're so impatient, and
I'm not even surprised.
Here you go.
You asked me to pay you
just as much as the others...
to receive your vote.
It's nothing much. You
saw my house, right?
Ta-da.
Take you for a fool or discriminate?
That's a misunderstanding.
I'm a person who really
strives for innovation.
We can get along well, right?
There's no one on my side.
Do you also think I'm
unqualified and incompetent?
This is information on jobs
from the employment center.
I printed them out so
the elders can read easily.
Please pass them along
to anyone who needs it...
during the farewell party.
You called me over here,
and you show up late?
It will be worth your wait.
Sit back down.
You'll pay if this isn't good.
At the chairman
by-election, I'll vote for you.
That's your common
sense talking.
My common sense tells
me to keep promises.
That's why I thought I'd
get my way after sports day.
When you dissuaded me, I
hoped that you were wrong.
But I was right,
from start to finish.
These people dislike
Go Dong Chan.
Who...
gave this to you?
You should ask that question
three seconds from now.
A gold bar?
Is it real gold?
Who gave you this?
Why are you doing
this all of a sudden?
The truth is,
I wanted to be chairman a bit.
But nothing works
out if I get involved.
I'll do what I can.
Become chairman,
and beat up everyone
who gives and takes gifts...
and sells positions.
Can you do that?
There's a misunderstanding.
I got a very reliable tip.
A district representative
was sentenced to...
six months imprisonment
for bribery for giving...
his fellow colleagues
a gold bar...
in hopes of becoming
the next chairman.
Do you want that?
Of course, I don't.
Renounce your
candidacy for chairman.
Back me, and I won't
make this an issue.
Fine.
I thought you were
managing on your own.
I just didn't want to
cause you any trouble.
Can you get your six Aeguk
Conservative members to vote for me?
If you help me out just once,
I will serve and
work for you so hard.
What about the gold
bar that Ms. Yoon found?
To be honest, that was a gift...
that Goo Se Ra
demanded from me first.
Once I become chairman,
I can persuade
Ms. Yoon to let it go.
Sir. If you make up your mind...
Can you help me?
Lock it tight.
Okay. Go.
It's locked. Sit down.
Sit down.
What's wrong?
Why is it locked?
We shall begin the 281st
Mawon-gu Temporary Meeting...
to elect the next
chairman to lead...
the eighth Mawon-gu
District Assembly.
I present...
Agenda Two,
by-election for chairman.
Article 3 Clause 1 of the
Local Government Act says...
the chairman must be voted for
in the chamber by a secret ballot...
and is elected by a majority
vote of the members present.
Then we shall begin the vote.
How about naengmyeon?
- I want something hot, not cold.
- Let's just have naengmyeon.
Okay, then.
Clean up the chamber
and post the result,
Mr. Seo Gong Myung.
I'd like everything to be
ready for the new chairman.
I had some weird dreams.
How could I be
late on voting day?
Darn it.
Why are they smiling?
Where are they going?
Oh, hello.
Goo Se Ra got six votes?
Yes.
Goo Se... Goo Se Ra!
What did you do?
You... Goo Se Ra, you...
Goo Se Ra!
What did you do?
What did you do?
Who are you? Move.
What did you do?
Gosh, I'm sorry.
What did you do?
- What...
- I apologize.
You...
What a way to betray me.
What?
What...
- Goo Se Ra...
- One second!
What on earth?
You took everything I offered!
Goo Se Ra? You
vote for Goo Se Ra?
Tell me. Whose idea was it?
Who do you think?
Would we do what
Goo Se Ra asked?
What?
Why do you keep looking?
I don't get it, but whichever
way you look, Ms. Goo is it.
Mr. Cho Maeng Duk assigned us.
If we can't trust each other...
A visible promise.
Then we write...
Dong Chan's name in
the spots you assigned us?
No.
Not Go Dong Chan.
Goo Se Ra.
- What?
- Who?
Cho... Cho...
I got you elected.
The reason I resigned as chairman
was because of part-timer Goo Se Ra.
And I ended up
leaving the title to you.
What would people say?
It looks like we colluded.
That's right.
People will only
mention the end result...
that the Aeguk Conservative
Party voted unanimously for you.
So now,
we must think of what
we can do together.
This room has been empty...
for a long time, so
there's a lot to do.
I'll help you as best I can.
We should swap this first.
Don't waste an opportunity
because of your suspicion.
What should I do?
Goo Se Ra is an ideal candidate?
Yes.
She keeps causing
trouble like a wild colt.
We must tie her down with
a chairman title in order to...
prevent future
issues and disputes.
That's what I thought.
She could gain allies and
cause even bigger problems.
How could she gain allies?
Mr. Heo hates her for
exposing his gambling habit.
During the by-election,
me and Ms. Yoon,
and since the election,
Mr. Go, Mr. Shim,
Mr. Jang, and Mr. Si feel
uncomfortable around her.
As of today, even
Mr. Bong turned against her.
Goo Se Ra...
has no one on her side
within the district assembly.
Instead,
next to that wild colt,
we just need to assign her a
trainer who knows what we want.
The former chairman's
secretary will do that for us.
Don't you think a candidate who
has a better chance of winning...
regardless of their
party will be better?
I believe Goo Se Ra
is the ideal candidate.
Goo Se Ra?
I will stay close to
Ms. Goo Se Ra...
and do what I can to make
sure she's of some use to you.
The person you have reached
is unavailable. Please leave...
Okay. I understand, Chief Won.
Mr. Seo.
Mr. Seo.
Yes?
The notice you posted for
the chairman's secretary.
Take it down.
- Why?
- The ex-chairman named someone.
The chief approved,
so take it down.
Isn't the ex-chairman
Cho Maeng Duk?
Is she his adoptive daughter?
He cares for her so much.
Who did he recommend
as her secretary?
Clean up the chamber
and post the result,
Mr. Seo Gong Myung.
I'd like everything
to be ready...
for the new chairman.
Darn it.
A person with the
ability and qualifications...
should assume an
appropriate position.
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
Don't waste an opportunity
because of your suspicion.
Listen carefully.
Call the chief's office...
and ask her to postpone the
appointment of your secretary.
- My secretary?
- Yes.
Hello?
Chief secretary.
My secretary?
Mr. Cho Maeng Duk?
Listen carefully.
Call the chief's
office and say...
you know that a
chairman is allowed...
a secretary with Level
Five manager status,
but as you're aware of
Mawon-gu's budget restrictions,
instead of hiring someone,
say you'll pick
one of the staff.
That's not important right now.
No. It is important.
I'll recommend someone ideal.
Who?
Seo Gong Myung.
Who?
Me.
- Where are...
- Because I got involved...
when I'm a nobody,
10 people got
fired instead of 9.
Like you said that night,
I'll stay where I am...
and do what I must.
What only I can do.
And I'll stop from
9 becoming 10.
And still,
Goo Se Ra will...
look out for those nine people.
What are you doing?
Guess what I just said.
Mr. Seo, you're at
the center of gossip.
The rumor did at least
three rounds already.
I plan to go on...
liking what I like.
issuing municipal bonds...
and now demand a
supplementary budget!
Dagachi Progressive
Party must repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent!
The Dagachi Progressive Party...
must change how they
apply trickeries to do politics!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent! Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent!
- Repent what?
- What are you saying?
Why did she come here?
- Return to your seats.
- Stop this!
Sirs. Can you... Sirs?
- Repent!
- Repent!
Will you stop this?
Return to your seats!
Will you calm down?
- Calm down.
- Change your ways!
Do you not hear...
Don't you hear me?
- Repent!
- Calm down!
- Repent!
- Stop this!
- Repent!
- Repent what?
- Repent!
- Repent!
Let go of me!
I know what this is.
Last April, at the National
Assembly fast track vote,
- the two major parties...
- Honey.
It's bad for her education.
Change the channel.
Don't say that. We
should watch the news.
He got hit on the head.
Calm down!
This...
You don't come here to fight!
- Stop it. Let go.
- Repent!
- Repent!
- That's enough!
- Repent!
- Repent for what?
What did we do wrong?
Why are you doing this?
Why must you protest?
Why not? Why can't we?
This wasn't what you said!
What is she going to do?
- What are you going to do?
- Let go of me.
Let go. Let me go! Let go!
Nonviolence!
Can't we keep things peaceful?
They voted against
issuing municipal bonds...
and now demand a
supplementary budget!
Dagachi Progressive
Party must repent!
- What...
- Repent!
- Repent!
- No!
We won't let this happen!
Let go of me! Don't touch me!
Did you just hit me?
How dare you?
Go on.
How... How dare you...
call us to the roof when
we're your father's age?
- That's right.
- That's right.
Respect the elderly.
Elders first. Respect and honor.
This isn't what we agreed.
The memo...
You tore it up, so back out.
- It's our party's consensus.
- What?
Consensus?
You...
You saw him, Ms. Goo.
Assemblyman Choi who
came to our sports day.
He's Aeguk Conservative
Party's leader...
and represents
Mawon-gu District A.
He said no!
What else could we do?
- Nothing.
- Nothing.
Exactly.
Is there something down there?
- Ready?
- Yes.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
Thank you for having me.
Don't you say that.
You three are very
busy, aren't you?
- Yes.
- Yes.
The three of us proposed...
an ordinance bill regarding
employment stability support fund...
- for old security guards.
- Yes.
We're looking into revising
the supplementary budget.
I see. Employment
is very important.
- Yes.
- Right.
Right.
The ordinance bill
has a nice agenda,
but it overlaps a lot...
with Dagachi Progressive Party's
Assemblyman Park's pledge.
I can't let that happen.
How dare you try to
help an assemblyman...
from the Progressive
Party in my district?
- No, that's not it.
- No.
- You misunderstood it.
- That's not it.
- No, you got the wrong idea.
- You got it all wrong.
What about the employment
stability support fund?
What about the withdrawal
of their termination?
Let those unfriendly
assemblymen and women...
fight in the National Assembly.
- Why is he...
- This was very unfortunate.
But we need to rub elbows
with an assemblyman.
Right.
Once we make a good
impression on a day like that,
we can have our job for the next
two years until the nomination.
- That's right.
- Yes.
Exactly.
Didn't I tell you that
you were being naive?
You thought those middle-aged
men were clumsy and stupid, right?
They are the most
calculative men...
when it comes to assessing
what they would gain from it.
No.
We shouldn't even
blame Shim-Jang-Si.
It was you who
ruined the whole thing.
I'm sorry.
You won't apologize to me?
This wasn't what you said!
- What is she going to do?
- Hey.
What are you going to do?
- Let go of me.
- Don't do it.
- Let go. Let go!
- Don't do it.
Nonviolence!
Can't we keep things peaceful?
The management office
already informed us earlier.
But thank you for your effort.
If you were going to help,
you should have done it right.
I understand that we're getting
fired because we're old, but...
Gosh, it's all right.
Because you stuck
your nose into this,
you ended up
getting him fired too.
Why did you make a promise
you couldn't even keep?
Calm down.
I'm sorry.
Gosh.
It's not much. Here you go.
Gosh.
Why do you always
bring me gifts?
These aren't from me.
These are from my father.
Can you put them away?
Put them away.
Be careful with that.
It was a tough day.
Things were hectic today.
I only held onto the gavel
in the chairman's seat.
Is it because it's a
temporary position?
We have left the position
vacant for a long time.
Aren't you going to
take the position again?
My gosh.
It wouldn't look good.
Nor do I want the position.
My gosh. We must fill the
position pretty soon, you know.
We're in a tight spot.
As I fulfilled my two-year term,
it's the Progressive Party's turn.
Gosh. That's a shame.
Right.
What?
"That's a shame."
That's what he said.
If that's what he thinks,
he can support me.
Forget it, Dad.
We wasted money on this geezer.
I can get this position without him.
Okay. Let's talk in detail
when we meet next time.
I heard you used to be a civil
servant at Mawon-gu Office.
Yes.
Is it true?
I heard you supported
the former chief,
but you suddenly decided to join
Representative Cho Maeng Duk.
And you were the
one who exposed...
the former chief
during the election.
Don't trust Representative
Cho Maeng Duk too much.
And don't expect
any luck with him.
Do you think it'd work?
You're young. Use your
merits and effort to get the job.
You're frustrating. Bye.
Because of you,
10 people got
fired, instead of 9.
Why do you have a phone if
you're not going to turn it on?
Mom, I have had the worst day.
Yes. This is your worst day.
Why?
I heard everything
from your mom.
You didn't get paid. You
voluntarily gave back your salary?
I didn't do that.
Representative Cho...
No, your friend...
took the microphone and said
that was what we were going to do.
Shut it.
You probably agreed to that...
in the heat of the
moment like your mom.
Like me? What do you mean?
I'm saying she doesn't know
when to butt out just like you.
It's not the time to help
your friend right now.
Mom works as a cleaner
at a building in the morning.
What? A cleaner?
Yes.
Wait.
Then, where have you been
spending all of your paychecks?
Good for you.
What a great family I
have here. Unbelievable.
Dad works as a
chauffeur at night.
- You...
- Honey.
Darn it.
And I am seriously
reconsidering my career.
Today was the first day I
regretted not listening to you, Dad.
Get out!
Get out of my house if you're
going to do whatever you want.
Come on!
She already left.
Gosh. He and his temper.
The phone is turned off. Please
leave a message after the tone.
Se Ra's phone is turned off.
Her phone was on until 2:32 p.m.
She left home around 8 p.m.
Is she cooped up
at a charging station?
"A charging station"?
It's a place only Se Ra
knows. It's her favorite place.
But even we don't
know where it is.
She said it was a secret.
She and her secret.
Why are you curious
about her secret?
You're not that close with her.
We're close.
Then, why don't
you know where it is?
Even her friends here
don't know where it is.
It's a place only Se Ra knows.
- And it's her favorite place.
- Good morning.
This is my favorite
place that only I know.
Is it a quiz for a good morning?
Darn it.
You sent me this picture
saying this is your favorite spot.
You found me here based on that?
Yes. It didn't take me long.
I mean, it took me
about 2 to 3 hours.
Here.
I went to Haengbok-dong
and remembered what you said.
You asked me to bring
dumplings during the campaign.
Consider it a gift for returning
to the District Assembly.
Goodness, what
use is it if I return?
That place is
filled with jerks...
who'll betray me
every chance they get.
There's no one on my side.
Darn it.
Why isn't there anyone?
No one's on my side either...
and I don't have anyone to
rely on, but I still go to work.
Whether it's the council
secretariat or the office pantry,
I can still sit down
and do my job.
And that's something
that only I can do.
Is this some new way
of nitpicking at me?
I mean you've done enough,
so stop blaming yourself.
There will probably be...
something only you can do too.
You're quite nosy and
full of energy all the time,
so...
someone will stay beside you...
like me.
Come to me.
Then I'll stay beside you too...
starting today.
I'm sorry...
but I'll have to refuse.
Why are you sorry? Refuse what?
That was just advice as
a friend and colleague...
that was concerned about you.
Why did you come here then?
Why did you search
for me for three hours?
Why did you bring me dumplings?
At the sports festival, why
did you run beside me then?
Being concerned is being
concerned, dumplings are dumplings,
and the race...
was just a race.
- Let's talk tomorrow after...
- I see.
You just gave me advice...
but I exaggerated
and misunderstood it?
Get lost.
What?
- Get lost!
- Hey.
Did you just laugh?
No, it's not that.
You laughed?
Hey, don't.
Hey, hey. Don't...
You better not come
within 5m from me.
I might seriously hurt you.
Forget me saying I'll
keep my heart for you...
and forget today.
Three times? Forget it.
You laughed again?
Gosh.
See you.
Don't laugh!
Look at all those reasons
for my suspension.
Don't forget why I
came here at first.
Money is honest.
It never lies.
My goodness.
It's been a long time.
We're not close enough to exchange
those types of warm greetings.
Why are you suddenly
talking down to me?
Our names are up here
together. Who cares?
Come on. This is a totally
different type of punishment.
I was only suspended for 3
days, and you were for 30 days.
Your name was up there
with mine for 30 days anyway.
Do you think people passing
by care about this tiny number?
They just see the names
and the punishment. That's it.
Well, that does seem true.
Darn it.
Why aren't you doing
your job properly?
You should've crossed out my
name after my suspension ended.
It's an official document.
Darn it.
- So...
- Don't go there.
- I'm telling you.
- What?
What are you talking about?
- Listen to me.
- What?
I can't believe it.
- Are you serious?
- Really?
Does that make sense?
What's the big deal about that?
- Here you go.
- Thank you.
We're finally choosing
a new chairman.
It was really annoying to see Go
Dong Chan as the deputy chairman.
I'm so relieved.
What if he becomes
the real chairman?
Come on, no way.
What's the big deal
about being the chairman?
What do you mean?
It is a big deal.
Not only does the
chairman gain honor,
but he's treated
completely differently...
compared to other
representatives.
Of course.
The chairman receives 3,300 a
month for business operations.
He gets a car, a driver,
and a private secretary.
When the other
representatives share offices,
he gets to enjoy his
own private office.
Anyhow, being the chairman
is the best anywhere you go.
So when will the candidates
register, hold a debate,
and hold a campaign speech?
- What?
- What?
They don't do
anything like that.
But isn't it a vote?
You're more naive
than I thought.
The vote to choose a chairman
is like choosing the Pope.
The Pope?
- Yes.
- Yes, so...
there's no need for
registrations or recommendations.
All the district
representatives are candidates.
There can be a winner...
but no loser either, so
it's less embarrassing.
The Pope?
- Yes.
- You mean...
like when they send white
smoke out of the chimney...
when they choose a new Pope?
The new chairman will
be chosen on June 8.
I see.
It's Dagachi Progressive
Party's turn this time.
Right, I guess we need
to stick to taking turns.
I wonder who the
progressive party will select.
Don't you think there's
already a potential candidate?
Representative Bong Chu San...
will opt for someone else
besides Go Dong Chan.
Then that means there will be...
more than one candidate
from Dagachi Progressive Party.
That will be an
advantage for us.
The votes will be
split within their party,
and the new chairman
will be chosen...
based on Aeguk
Conservative Party's votes.
Let's think about who
will be a better candidate.
Do you have something to say?
Don't you think a candidate who
has a better chance of winning...
regardless of their
party will be better?
To lead the eighth
Mawon-gu District Assembly,
Chairman Go Dong Chan and
Vice Chairman Yoon Hee Su.
This room, the vice chairman's
office will be yours, Ms...
No, it's Vice Chairman Yoon.
Why me?
I get that you're worried about
the fuss Ms. Goo caused...
over the child abuse ordinance.
You would be, but if
I become chairman,
- I'll make sure...
- I'm not worried.
It's that I don't get it.
If we're talking
about the two of us,
it's Chairman Yoon Hee Su and
Vice Chairman Go Dong Chan.
That sounds better.
My gosh.
Are you serious? You
want to be chairman?
If it's so obvious that I
can be, why would I say no?
Stress.
I'm Year 2 Class 1 at
Minju Elementary School,
and my name is Kim Ja Ryong.
If I become class president,
I'll work hard to make
our class a fun class.
Please vote for me
as class president.
That's it?
What's a fun class?
Kim Ja Ryong.
What did you do to try to
become class president?
Tell me. Why should
your friends vote for you?
I want to do this.
I want to be and
do a lot of things too.
Are you an interviewer?
Ja Ryong.
Here's some advice from someone
with experience in an election.
It's not worth the trouble.
- It's not?
- No, it's not.
I won't ever do this again.
Welcome.
Why...
If Mr. Bong...
suggests you run for chairman,
please refuse right away.
What? Chairman?
I'm not interested in
becoming chairman.
I don't see why you
came here to suggest that.
It's a warning,
not a suggestion.
At the by-election,
if Ms. Son Eun Sil hadn't yielded,
could you have gotten elected?
And at the municipal bond vote.
You pretended to
cast an invalid vote...
and got to research
an ordinance bill.
What about the
supplementary budget vote?
You caused a fuss and ruined it.
You're not even with our party,
so don't be shameless and...
hide behind Mr. Bong
and enjoy all the benefits.
You should just stop that.
When did I hide behind Mr. Bong?
Barging in here to give
an unwelcome warning...
is really bad manners.
You'll see some real bad
manners if you get involved...
and ruin things for me again.
You could dream big,
but your position
doesn't make you.
A person with the
ability and qualifications...
should assume an
appropriate position.
You mean that...
I lack the ability
and qualifications?
Yes.
Why come here and upset someone
with no ability or qualifications...
instead of ignoring me?
You great people can
fight among yourselves.
I'll work like a dog for money.
Call the number on the flyer.
Be strong today and tomorrow!
Oh, dear.
Hello!
10, 20, 30, 40, 50 dollars.
Yes, a 20-dollar tip.
It wasn't me.
It wasn't there earlier.
- It...
- What'll you do?
- What'll you do about it?
- I apologize.
Will you pay for it?
Call your boss right now!
Yes, sir. I'm sorry.
So what if you're sorry?
What are you looking at
when I'm talking to you?
- Will you pay for this?
- I'm sorry, sir.
At first, rather than find another
opening as a security guard,
I decided to become a valet.
But it's not an easy job.
Cars get scratched,
and I live in fear that I'll
meet someone I know.
And I did meet a few friends.
Did the others find jobs too?
Not at all.
Compared to you, it's not as
easy to find jobs at our age.
Lots of people our age
can't use the internet.
But it's okay.
And next week,
we'll meet for a farewell party
we couldn't have last week.
I'm still sorry.
Don't be.
Thanks for what you did.
Where are we going? What's this?
What's this?
- Did you call for a driver?
- Yes, I did.
It's a lady driver today.
- The car's over here.
- Here and there,
there are women everywhere.
Let's do this peacefully.
Darn it.
Wear your seat belt.
Dad. What took you
so long to pick up?
People are so
shameless these days.
They openly asked for money.
Do they think an
election is like a party?
From 5 to 10. Do
you have that much?
5 to 10?
Wait. Hang on.
Lady. Take off your hoodie.
Why?
Just take off the hood.
Take it off.
It's a seat belt,
not a rubber band!
Darn you, Goo Se Ra!
It's Goo Se Ra! Save me!
Stop the car. Stop the car!
We're just 10 minutes out.
I can't entrust
you with my safety!
I'm in the driver's seat.
You have to trust me.
Why on earth do you
work as a driver for hire?
You're a district
representative.
Oh, right.
You have a vote too.
Oh. Hang on a bit.
Here.
My fee is 30 dollars.
The rest is just how I
show my appreciation.
It's a tip?
Something like that.
It would be nice to get something
in return for my appreciation.
See you then.
Normally, I would've
been thankful...
But I heard something
funny in the car.
Is this it? Do you
think this will cut it?
What are you talking about?
I'm very meticulous
when it comes to money.
If you want my vote to
become the chairman,
you should pay
me just like others.
Don't take me for a fool.
- What are you doing?
- I mean, don't discriminate.
Then the actual candidates
from Dagachi Progressive Party...
will be Go Dong Chan
and Yoon Hee Su.
I guess so.
I thought you would...
recommend Ms. Goo.
Since you care
for her so dearly.
I heard a majority of the
Aeguk Conservative Party...
will vote for Mr. Go.
That's why I will...
vote for Ms. Goo.
She won't even know
who voted for her.
What's the use of that?
It would be a wasted
vote. It's meaningless.
The thing about people is,
if there is at least one
person on their side,
it's easier for them
to stick to their beliefs.
I'm not sure about that.
Whether Goo Se
Ra has any beliefs.
Will she be able to turn down...
everything she
might be able to gain?
Thank you.
You came a long way.
Why are you here?
What do you think?
Isn't it obvious?
Since no one will find out
what we talk about in here.
He just said, "we".
I came because of the
by-election for the new chairman.
Although Go Dong Chan is a member
of the Dagachi Progressive Party,
he's actually a conservative
man to the bone.
That's why there are
representatives who don't like him.
Four in total.
This will help persuade them.
You should run for chairman.
Run for what?
Why are you telling me this?
Because I hate Go Dong Chan.
His dad just handed
down his position...
and made him a
district representative.
Yet he thinks he rose to
that position on his own...
and I can't stand that.
If someone has to
sit in that position,
you're the better fit.
That will annoy me less.
I'm sick and tired
of elections now.
I know I've fallen
down countless times,
but if I fall again
this time, I really...
I really won't be
able to get back up.
If you become the
chairman, it's not just about...
getting a car, driver, and
money for business operations.
You'll gain power
within the assembly...
and access to any information
only the chief knows.
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
I wanted...
to tell you in
advance this time.
I truly hope...
you'll finish your remaining
term without any trouble.
I'll be waiting for your call.
Good night.
What is he doing here?
Wait for what?
I told you not to come
within 5m from me.
Tell me why you're here.
Just like when you
ran for a district rep...
because of the
50,000-dollar salary,
don't run for chairman
because of those 3,300 dollars...
from business operations.
Oh, so it's 3,300 a month.
That's quite tempting.
I didn't know that.
If Chairman Cho sends
Mr. Kim again like today,
or if he asks to
meet with you...
- and mentions the by-election...
- Why?
Do you also think I'm
unqualified and incompetent?
What?
Darn it.
Hey.
And stop calling Mr. Kim
like he's your subordinate.
Is it that hard to treat
him with a bit of respect?
He's older than you!
Older?
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
Don't run for chairman
because of those 3,300 dollars...
from business operations.
Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
Congratulations.
- Congratulations.
- You're the best.
Isn't it about time a
competent person...
becomes the chairman?
The first candidate for our
class president election...
is very smart and
has good grades,
but that doesn't mean
she's that popular.
The second candidate bought
hamburgers for everyone.
I think we should
just draw straws.
Even if we have bad
grades and no parents,
we all need a fair chance to
become the class president.
I want to run for
class president too.
You should've registered then.
Don't you want to do it too?
No, I don't want to
become the chairman.
What's a chairman?
I was asking if
you wanted to date.
No, I'm going to make money.
I'll make tons of money...
and stack the fridge in
the comic book store...
full of ice cream.
- Go make money.
- Okay.
Stay strong today
and tomorrow, this is...
It's me.
And who might that be?
Go Dong Chan.
Shouldn't we at least...
save our numbers as
colleagues in this assembly?
Tell me what you want,
since I'm a busy person.
You're so impatient, and
I'm not even surprised.
Here you go.
You asked me to pay you
just as much as the others...
to receive your vote.
It's nothing much. You
saw my house, right?
Ta-da.
Take you for a fool or discriminate?
That's a misunderstanding.
I'm a person who really
strives for innovation.
We can get along well, right?
There's no one on my side.
Do you also think I'm
unqualified and incompetent?
This is information on jobs
from the employment center.
I printed them out so
the elders can read easily.
Please pass them along
to anyone who needs it...
during the farewell party.
You called me over here,
and you show up late?
It will be worth your wait.
Sit back down.
You'll pay if this isn't good.
At the chairman
by-election, I'll vote for you.
That's your common
sense talking.
My common sense tells
me to keep promises.
That's why I thought I'd
get my way after sports day.
When you dissuaded me, I
hoped that you were wrong.
But I was right,
from start to finish.
These people dislike
Go Dong Chan.
Who...
gave this to you?
You should ask that question
three seconds from now.
A gold bar?
Is it real gold?
Who gave you this?
Why are you doing
this all of a sudden?
The truth is,
I wanted to be chairman a bit.
But nothing works
out if I get involved.
I'll do what I can.
Become chairman,
and beat up everyone
who gives and takes gifts...
and sells positions.
Can you do that?
There's a misunderstanding.
I got a very reliable tip.
A district representative
was sentenced to...
six months imprisonment
for bribery for giving...
his fellow colleagues
a gold bar...
in hopes of becoming
the next chairman.
Do you want that?
Of course, I don't.
Renounce your
candidacy for chairman.
Back me, and I won't
make this an issue.
Fine.
I thought you were
managing on your own.
I just didn't want to
cause you any trouble.
Can you get your six Aeguk
Conservative members to vote for me?
If you help me out just once,
I will serve and
work for you so hard.
What about the gold
bar that Ms. Yoon found?
To be honest, that was a gift...
that Goo Se Ra
demanded from me first.
Once I become chairman,
I can persuade
Ms. Yoon to let it go.
Sir. If you make up your mind...
Can you help me?
Lock it tight.
Okay. Go.
It's locked. Sit down.
Sit down.
What's wrong?
Why is it locked?
We shall begin the 281st
Mawon-gu Temporary Meeting...
to elect the next
chairman to lead...
the eighth Mawon-gu
District Assembly.
I present...
Agenda Two,
by-election for chairman.
Article 3 Clause 1 of the
Local Government Act says...
the chairman must be voted for
in the chamber by a secret ballot...
and is elected by a majority
vote of the members present.
Then we shall begin the vote.
How about naengmyeon?
- I want something hot, not cold.
- Let's just have naengmyeon.
Okay, then.
Clean up the chamber
and post the result,
Mr. Seo Gong Myung.
I'd like everything to be
ready for the new chairman.
I had some weird dreams.
How could I be
late on voting day?
Darn it.
Why are they smiling?
Where are they going?
Oh, hello.
Goo Se Ra got six votes?
Yes.
Goo Se... Goo Se Ra!
What did you do?
You... Goo Se Ra, you...
Goo Se Ra!
What did you do?
What did you do?
Who are you? Move.
What did you do?
Gosh, I'm sorry.
What did you do?
- What...
- I apologize.
You...
What a way to betray me.
What?
What...
- Goo Se Ra...
- One second!
What on earth?
You took everything I offered!
Goo Se Ra? You
vote for Goo Se Ra?
Tell me. Whose idea was it?
Who do you think?
Would we do what
Goo Se Ra asked?
What?
Why do you keep looking?
I don't get it, but whichever
way you look, Ms. Goo is it.
Mr. Cho Maeng Duk assigned us.
If we can't trust each other...
A visible promise.
Then we write...
Dong Chan's name in
the spots you assigned us?
No.
Not Go Dong Chan.
Goo Se Ra.
- What?
- Who?
Cho... Cho...
I got you elected.
The reason I resigned as chairman
was because of part-timer Goo Se Ra.
And I ended up
leaving the title to you.
What would people say?
It looks like we colluded.
That's right.
People will only
mention the end result...
that the Aeguk Conservative
Party voted unanimously for you.
So now,
we must think of what
we can do together.
This room has been empty...
for a long time, so
there's a lot to do.
I'll help you as best I can.
We should swap this first.
Don't waste an opportunity
because of your suspicion.
What should I do?
Goo Se Ra is an ideal candidate?
Yes.
She keeps causing
trouble like a wild colt.
We must tie her down with
a chairman title in order to...
prevent future
issues and disputes.
That's what I thought.
She could gain allies and
cause even bigger problems.
How could she gain allies?
Mr. Heo hates her for
exposing his gambling habit.
During the by-election,
me and Ms. Yoon,
and since the election,
Mr. Go, Mr. Shim,
Mr. Jang, and Mr. Si feel
uncomfortable around her.
As of today, even
Mr. Bong turned against her.
Goo Se Ra...
has no one on her side
within the district assembly.
Instead,
next to that wild colt,
we just need to assign her a
trainer who knows what we want.
The former chairman's
secretary will do that for us.
Don't you think a candidate who
has a better chance of winning...
regardless of their
party will be better?
I believe Goo Se Ra
is the ideal candidate.
Goo Se Ra?
I will stay close to
Ms. Goo Se Ra...
and do what I can to make
sure she's of some use to you.
The person you have reached
is unavailable. Please leave...
Okay. I understand, Chief Won.
Mr. Seo.
Mr. Seo.
Yes?
The notice you posted for
the chairman's secretary.
Take it down.
- Why?
- The ex-chairman named someone.
The chief approved,
so take it down.
Isn't the ex-chairman
Cho Maeng Duk?
Is she his adoptive daughter?
He cares for her so much.
Who did he recommend
as her secretary?
Clean up the chamber
and post the result,
Mr. Seo Gong Myung.
I'd like everything
to be ready...
for the new chairman.
Darn it.
A person with the
ability and qualifications...
should assume an
appropriate position.
If you become the
chairman and gain power,
something like before
will never happen again.
Don't waste an opportunity
because of your suspicion.
Listen carefully.
Call the chief's office...
and ask her to postpone the
appointment of your secretary.
- My secretary?
- Yes.
Hello?
Chief secretary.
My secretary?
Mr. Cho Maeng Duk?
Listen carefully.
Call the chief's
office and say...
you know that a
chairman is allowed...
a secretary with Level
Five manager status,
but as you're aware of
Mawon-gu's budget restrictions,
instead of hiring someone,
say you'll pick
one of the staff.
That's not important right now.
No. It is important.
I'll recommend someone ideal.
Who?
Seo Gong Myung.
Who?
Me.
- Where are...
- Because I got involved...
when I'm a nobody,
10 people got
fired instead of 9.
Like you said that night,
I'll stay where I am...
and do what I must.
What only I can do.
And I'll stop from
9 becoming 10.
And still,
Goo Se Ra will...
look out for those nine people.
What are you doing?
Guess what I just said.
Mr. Seo, you're at
the center of gossip.
The rumor did at least
three rounds already.
I plan to go on...
liking what I like.