If You Touch Her, This Invincible Girl Will Strike Back Within 5 Seconds
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00:00:00These three children each had different fates, but life's twists and turns brought them together under one roof.
00:00:06The youngest, mischievous and playful, always dreamed of having an older brother, and her wish came true.
00:00:13Then there's Sanha, a boy haunted by a painful past where he indirectly caused his younger sister's death.
00:00:20Every day he lives with his mother's reproach and the guilt that shadows him.
00:00:24The last child's situation isn't much brighter.
00:00:28Having been abandoned by his mother who left for Sewell to pursue a career.
00:00:32And so, a single father unexpectedly becomes the dad of three lovable kids.
00:00:37Although life is challenging and often filled with hardships, the warmth and love of this family is what drives them forward through everything.
00:00:45The spunky, adorable little girl, Ju-1, is currently taking part in an extracurricular activity with her kindergarten class.
00:00:53Her teacher introduces a word game with the theme of finding three-word phrases.
00:00:57While her classmates gleefully piece together simple, easy-to-understand phrases, Ju-1 confidently puts together single father.
00:01:05She proudly declares that her single dad is capable of everything, even bringing an older brother into her life.
00:01:11In reality, Ju-1's father has been raising her alone for years, running a noodle shop to make a living.
00:01:18When her father eagerly picks her up from school, his excitement is briefly interrupted when the kids start calling him single dad.
00:01:25They don't fully grasp the meaning of the phrase and say it innocently.
00:01:29It turns out that Ju-1 picked up the term from a nosy neighbor and began copying it.
00:01:35She has always wished her dad would give birth to a big brother for her, so she'd have someone to play with and keep her company.
00:01:41Coincidentally, a family of three has just moved into their apartment complex.
00:01:47Ju-1 excitedly approaches a boy around her age and warmly introduces herself.
00:01:52However, there seems to be some tension within this family.
00:01:56They don't seem to get along very well.
00:01:58The boy is quiet and withdrawn, while the mother appears constantly irritated and on edge.
00:02:04That evening, they have a fierce argument in front of the boy, with the noise escalating to the point where neighbors, including Ju-1 and her father, overhear and call the police.
00:02:15Unexpectedly, the husband turns out to be the police chief, outranking the officers who arrive at the scene.
00:02:21Rumor has it that this family had lost a young daughter, which prompted their move to this area in an attempt to ease the pain of their loss.
00:02:28This conversation reaches the ears of the neighbors, including Ju-1 and her father, who have come downstairs to observe the situation despite Ju-1's sleepy eyes.
00:02:38Her father reminds her not to bring up the family's past to avoid reopening their wounds.
00:02:42The two happen to find Sanha sitting sadly on the stairs and invite him to come over and play, but the boy declines.
00:02:49When Sanha returns to his room, he finds the place in disarray from his mother's earlier outburst.
00:02:55His father, trying to stay calm, reassures him, telling Sanha not to blame his mother.
00:03:01Her temper is just a result of her overwhelming grief.
00:03:05The next morning, Ju-1's father chats with their nosy neighbor and learns more about the police chief's family.
00:03:11Rumor has it that on the day of the tragic accident, only Sanha and his younger sister were home.
00:03:18After her passing, the mother lost her sanity and began blaming Sanha for everything.
00:03:23Poor Sanha now comes home from school each day, only daring to move quietly, too afraid to make any noise that might wake his mother.
00:03:31One day, he plans to make instant noodles, but finds himself haunted by the memory of his sister's death.
00:03:38That fateful day, he and his sister had made noodles together, but she never woke up again.
00:03:43Now, Sanha sits alone on the stairs, nibbling on dry noodles in quiet despair.
00:03:48Ju-1 recounts this story to her father, who decides to prepare a delicious meal for both kids.
00:03:55She tries her best to lure Sanha over, but he remains distant and uninterested in eating.
00:04:00The next morning, Ju-1's single dad is introduced by the neighbor to a woman with a child, a possible match for him.
00:04:08However, just as they're about to meet, Ju accidentally splashes water on both the mother and her child.
00:04:14Ju-1 returns home from school to hear that she might be getting a stepmother and immediately yells her objections.
00:04:21She insists that all she wants is an older brother.
00:04:24A stepmother is unnecessary.
00:04:26Out of options, the neighbor decides to take the two children out, giving the potential couple some space to get to know each other.
00:04:33The sweet little boy, named Hye-Joon, excitedly shares that soon they might all be a family.
00:04:39Ju-1 instantly shows her displeasure turning away and avoiding her new brother.
00:04:44Only when she spots Sanha coming home from school, do her eyes light up as she eagerly follows him.
00:04:50Behind them, a group of kids start spreading rumors, taunting that Sanha is an unloved child whose own parents don't care about him,
00:04:58and worse, that he indirectly caused his sister's death.
00:05:02Hearing this, Ju-1 can't hold back and rushes in to teach the kids a lesson, refusing to let anyone badmouth her big brother.
00:05:10The alley quickly turns into a battlefield of little fists and shouts.
00:05:15By the end of the day, both groups return home battered and bruised, forcing their parents to step in and mediate.
00:05:21The other boy's mother demands that the three siblings apologize to her son.
00:05:25However, Ju-1 boldly speaks up, saying that they only fought because the other spoke badly about Sanha.
00:05:32The neighbor woman, embarrassed, finally apologizes, then drags her son home to teach him better manners, to lift everyone's spirits.
00:05:41Jae prepares a large platter of grilled ribs for the family to enjoy together.
00:05:45Each time, he places a piece of meat in Hye-Joon's bowl.
00:05:48His daughter takes it back and gives it to Sanha instead.
00:05:52After the meal, Jae offers to escort Ms. Kang and her son to the bus stop.
00:05:58In the meantime, he asks Sanha to keep an eye on little Ju-1, who is still sulking over the idea of having a stepmother.
00:06:05So she heads to the park to play in the dirt.
00:06:08Ju-1 plans a surprise gift for Sanha, a plump, squirmy earthworm that gives him quite a start.
00:06:14They laugh and play together, catching the attention of Sanha's mother from a window upstairs.
00:06:19Afterward, Ju-1 invites her big brother to her house to look at family photos,
00:06:25explaining that she often opens the photo album when she misses her mother and suggests that Sanha do the same.
00:06:31Missing his late sister, Sanha quietly tucks a photo of her into his desk drawer.
00:06:37Jae walks Ms. Kang and her son all the way to the bus stop, and they express how happy they are.
00:06:43It's been a long time since they've had a good meal and spent time with such a kind man.
00:06:48Suddenly, Ms. Kang receives a mysterious phone call, causing her expression to shift.
00:06:54Back at home, Jae puts Ju-1 to bed, promising that if she's not comfortable with the idea, he won't get remarried.
00:07:01The next morning, the nosy neighbor complains about Ms. Kang, who seemingly vanished overnight, even changing her phone number.
00:07:08The neighbors suspect that the arranged meeting didn't go well, prompting Ms. Kang's distant behavior.
00:07:15Later that day, a group of police officers stop by Jae's noodle shop and meet Ju-1.
00:07:20Through her innocent storytelling, the police chief learns that his son, Hye-Joon, often has to eat at the neighbor's house,
00:07:27and that Ju-1 eagerly waits each day to greet her big brother after school.
00:07:32Watching the bond between the two children, Jae receives a call from an unfamiliar number.
00:07:37To his surprise, it's Ms. Kang, sounding distressed as she asks to borrow some money to go to Seoul and requests that he look after her son while she's away.
00:07:47Truly, it's rare to find such a kind-hearted man.
00:07:50Jae quickly packs some treats and heads over to find Hye-Joon, who is currently staying with his aunt.
00:07:56The boy excitedly shares that his mom will only be in Seoul for a few days before returning for him.
00:08:02The aunt, still a student, lives in a cramped and messy space.
00:08:05Seeing the boy's situation, Jae kindly offers to let Hye-Joon stay at his place for a few days.
00:08:12Hye-Joon immediately accepts, grabbing Jae's hand with excitement.
00:08:16Meanwhile, Sanha's mother discovers the hidden family photo in his desk drawer.
00:08:21Furious, she tears the picture to shreds and has a fierce argument with her husband.
00:08:26She is still tormented by the loss of her daughter and blames Sanha for her death.
00:08:31To make matters worse, since moving to this neighborhood, she has noticed Sanha often eating with and happily chatting with the neighbors, which only increases her resentment.
00:08:41Sanha, listening from outside, hears every cruel word she says.
00:08:46The emotional shock is too much for a child to bear.
00:08:49But Sanha still runs inside, tearfully apologizing to his mother.
00:08:54She ignores his pleas and locks herself in her room.
00:08:56At the same time, Hye-Joon is staying over at Jae's house, and everyone seems happy, except for Joo-Won, who sulks in a corner, her face visibly irritated.
00:09:07She's upset that a stranger has suddenly moved in and started calling Jad Dad, making her even angrier.
00:09:14Throughout dinner, Joo-Won refuses to eat, glaring at Hye-Joon and stubbornly protesting the idea of having a stepmother.
00:09:22She even throws a tantrum, lying on the floor and crying dramatically.
00:09:27The next morning, Sanha approaches Joo-Won, telling her that from now on, he won't come over to eat anymore, hoping this will earn his mother's forgiveness.
00:09:36But instead, she packs a suitcase and leaves, announcing that from now on, Sanha can just be Joo-Won's older brother and live with the neighbors.
00:09:45In the days that follow, the three children begin living together under one roof, despite occasional bickering.
00:09:52Seasons change, and the years fly by.
00:09:55Ten years later, the three former kids are now high school students, all still living together with Jae, who remains a busy single dad, cooking and caring for them.
00:10:05After he finishes cooking, Hye-Joon uses a unique method to call Jae and Sanha down for breakfast.
00:10:11Joo-Won, now the main character, still has her stubborn streak from childhood and complains during breakfast, raising the topic of changing her family name.
00:10:21She feels uneasy without a resolution, as she has two remarkable older brothers who are both intelligent and handsome, attracting admiration from the girls at school.
00:10:31Every day, her friends ask her to bring love letters and gifts to her brothers.
00:10:35But many girls are confused since Joo-Won and her brothers don't share the same family name or bloodline, which has led to envy and even unprovoked conflicts.
00:10:46Hearing this, Hye-Joon encourages Joo-Won to be bold and even a bit wild, so those other girls will be too intimidated to pick on her.
00:10:54On the other hand, the eldest brother, Sanha, who is more reserved, advises his younger sister that reporting to a teacher would be the best approach.
00:11:03That day at school, Joo-Won is once again asked by her classmates to deliver love gifts to her two brothers.
00:11:10However, their rude and dismissive attitude leads to a scuffle.
00:11:14Remembering her brother's words, Joo-Won loses her temper and grabs the leader by the hand, dragging her around the entire school.
00:11:22But before she could do much harm, Joo-Won trips and falls into a pond.
00:11:26Fortunately, the water isn't deep, so she's safe.
00:11:29As soon as she emerges from the pond, she puts on an over-the-top display that frightens the two older girls.
00:11:36Her two brothers rush down to the schoolyard upon hearing the news.
00:11:40Hye-Joon, shirtless, shows off his toned physique as he dries his sister off, much to the excitement of the girls nearby.
00:11:48Then, Sanha steps in with equal gallantry, especially when he notices a scratch on Joo-Won's hand, which makes him visibly angry.
00:11:56He scolds Hye-Joon for encouraging their little sister to act so wildly.
00:12:01Although he's stern, both brothers are quick to defend and protect each other no matter what.
00:12:07After school, the three of them gleefully play in the rain, just like they did as children.
00:12:12Even when a nosy neighbor brings up the fact that Hye-Joon's mother has been absent for years, they stand by each other, unaffected by the hurtful remarks.
00:12:20That evening, as the family enjoys dinner together, Sanha's grandmother calls.
00:12:26Seeing that Sanha doesn't pick up, she phones his father instead.
00:12:30Sensing his unease, everyone comforts and encourages him, offering him plenty of his favorite dishes.
00:12:36However, just thinking about his mother and his maternal family makes it hard for Sanha to swallow his food.
00:12:43Noticing his discomfort, his younger siblings head up to the third floor to bring him a late-night snack.
00:12:48Ju-Won, by chance, hatches a new scent on her brother's pillow and rushes to the bathroom to check.
00:12:55It turns out that Sanha has switched to a new shampoo.
00:12:58They know each other's habits down to the smallest detail.
00:13:01With only a few months left until the college entrance exams, Sanha is intensely focused on studying.
00:13:08Hye-Joon occasionally feels a little jealous that Ju-Won always calls Sanha older brother,
00:13:13while with him, she only uses casual language.
00:13:16The next morning, Sanha brings his college application to his homeroom teacher for review.
00:13:22With his excellent academic record, getting into Ita-Won University shouldn't be a problem.
00:13:28However, Sanha prefers to study closer to home for convenience.
00:13:32The teacher expresses disapproval and even considers contacting his father to discuss the matter further.
00:13:38At school, a girl named Hye-Yoon, who has a crush on Sanha,
00:13:42frequently asks him to join her in the music room for private conversations.
00:13:46One day, Ju-Won unexpectedly catches her brother Sanha in a private moment with Hye-Yoon and feels visibly annoyed.
00:13:55In reality, Hye-Yoon's feelings are one-sided.
00:13:58Sanha has no romantic interest in her.
00:14:01However, Ju-Won misunderstands the situation and scolds him for keeping something so important a secret.
00:14:07She insists that, as a family, they should share everything with one another.
00:14:12Annoyed, Sanha responds that they aren't actually related by blood and that Ju-Won is misinterpreting their relationship.
00:14:19Meanwhile, Hye-Joon is practicing basketball at school in preparation for a tournament when he notices a man taking photos of him from afar.
00:14:28Startled, the man quickly runs off, dropping his camera in the process.
00:14:32To Hye-Joon's surprise, all the photos are of him.
00:14:35The man's Seul accent makes Hye-Joon suspect that his mother might have hired him to keep an eye on him.
00:14:41That evening, Hye-Joon's aunt visits Mr. Jae to bring him a small gift, expressing her gratitude for treating Hye-Joon as his own son over the years.
00:14:50The nosy neighbor overhears their conversation and bitterly regrets setting Jae up with someone who turned out to be so irresponsible.
00:14:57On her way out, the aunt meets Hye-Joon, warmly encouraging him to behave and listen to Mr. Jae.
00:15:04Reflecting on memories from his childhood, Hye-Joon remembers the moments he missed his mother and secretly cried.
00:15:11Some harsh neighbors even joke that if Hye-Joon doesn't help his father at the shop, he might be kicked out at any time.
00:15:18Despite the teasing, Hye-Joon knows that Mr. Jae has been a wonderful father, always caring deeply for everyone.
00:15:24Meanwhile, Joo-Joon is still upset over the morning's misunderstanding and skips dinner, retreating to her room.
00:15:32Realizing the reason, San-Hae follows her and sweet-talks her, quickly soothing her anger.
00:15:37He reassures her that he has no romantic involvement with Hye-Joon and, instead, reveals that it was actually Hye-Joon who used to date her.
00:15:45The next morning, Joo-Joon gives Hye-Joon the cold shoulder and San-Ha hints that she might have found out about his past relationship with Hye-Joon.
00:15:54Hye-Joon, worried since he never wanted to upset Joo-Joon, is further stressed when he learns that Hye-Yoon, failing to win over San-Ha, is now interested in rekindling her romance with him.
00:16:06He has no desire to reunite with his ex, especially if it would hurt Joo-Joon.
00:16:11Determined to clear things up, Hye-Yoon confronts Joo-Joon at school.
00:16:15Their conversation turns tense as Hye-Yoon pointedly brings up the fact that Joo-Joon doesn't share the same family name as her brothers.
00:16:22Feeling hurt by the comment, Joo-Joon angrily storms out, with Hye-Yoon deliberately chasing after her.
00:16:29As they walk, Hye-Yoon trips herself and then plays the victim, blaming Joo-Joon for her fall.
00:16:36The students at school consider reporting Joo-Joon for bullying to the teachers.
00:16:40Worried, Hye-Joon advises his younger sister to apologize and end the issue quickly.
00:16:45But unexpectedly, San-Ha steps in to defend Joo-Joon, threatening to reveal the whole truth if the girls continue to harass her.
00:16:54With his words carrying weight, San-Ha successfully diffuses the situation, freeing Joo-Joon from further trouble.
00:17:01That evening, the three siblings throw a party on the rooftop.
00:17:05Joo-Joon, munching on a chicken drumstick, angrily recounts the argument with Hye-Yoon.
00:17:10However, with plenty of sweets and good food, all her frustrations soon melt away.
00:17:16The next morning, the class president asks Joo-Joon to take her to watch Hye-Joon's basketball game,
00:17:22secretly admitting she has a crush on Joo-Joon's handsome older brother.
00:17:26Around the same time, the school guard informs Hye-Joon that the man who dropped the camera
00:17:31has returned to retrieve it and left his business card.
00:17:35Hye-Joon, suspecting his mother in Seoul might have hired someone to keep tabs on him.
00:17:39Hye-Joon suddenly sees a familiar silhouette.
00:17:42He chases after the figure, shouting for his mother, only to realize he's mistaken.
00:17:47The class president witnesses this incident and to cover up his emotions, Hye-Joon invites her to dinner
00:17:53and asks her to keep it a secret.
00:17:56The next morning, a well-dressed man in a luxury car arrives at the school.
00:18:00Holding a photo, he makes his way to the basketball court to meet Hye-Joon.
00:18:04When he finds him, the man grabs Hye-Joon's hand and announces that he's his father.
00:18:10Stunned, Hye-Joon can hardly believe it.
00:18:13After years apart, father and son embrace.
00:18:15The man jokingly explains that their family is known for their monolid eyes,
00:18:20which is how he immediately recognized Hye-Joon.
00:18:22However, before they can catch up, he receives an urgent call and has to return to Seoul,
00:18:28leaving his contact information with his son.
00:18:30Meanwhile, Ju-Joon continues to receive love letters from the girls at school,
00:18:36asking her to pass them on to her two older brothers.
00:18:39To her surprise, this time there's an anonymous letter addressed specifically to her.
00:18:44Delighted, she eagerly shows her best friend, excited by the sweet, flirty messages inside.
00:18:50All day, she can't help but smile to herself, planning to share the news with her eldest brother,
00:18:56but Sanhad is only interested in checking her exam results.
00:18:59He scolds her for ranking at the very bottom of the class, her grades far below average.
00:19:05Feeling dejected, Ju-Joon hands over the stack of love letters to her brother,
00:19:10her expression visibly downcast.
00:19:12Although Ju-Joon's father knows her academic performance is lacking, he doesn't scold her.
00:19:17To him, as long as his daughter is happy, healthy, and stays away from bad habits like gambling, that's enough.
00:19:24Ju-Joon takes this as an excuse to avoid going to college,
00:19:28suggesting she could just stay home and help him wash dishes instead.
00:19:32Sensing something off,
00:19:34Mr. J encourages her to have dreams and do something she genuinely enjoys.
00:19:39Meanwhile, He-Joon sits on the bus, deep in thought about his birth father's words.
00:19:44The sudden appearance of his father and their brief encounter felt surreal.
00:19:48His father hadn't even known that his ex-wife had been pregnant or that he had a son named He-Joon.
00:19:53Lost in his thoughts, He-Joon realizes he's reached the last stop on the bus route without noticing.
00:20:00He wants to tell Mr. J about the encounter but doesn't know how to bring it up,
00:20:04as he's grown used to calling him dad over the past ten years.
00:20:08That evening, noticing something different about He-Joon's mood,
00:20:12San-ha waits until after dinner to invite him up to the rooftop and ask what's wrong.
00:20:17He-Joon confides that while he's glad to have met his birth father,
00:20:21he doesn't want to tell his adoptive father, fearing it might hurt him.
00:20:25He recalls how his mother once promised she'd be gone for just a few days,
00:20:29only to disappear completely for over a decade.
00:20:32He wonders if he did something wrong to make his mother abandon him like that.
00:20:36Hearing this, San-ha is reminded of the day his own mother left,
00:20:40suitcases in hand, and feels a similar pang of sadness.
00:20:43Both boys are reminded of how they've missed the affection of their parents.
00:20:47Trying to lighten the mood, San-ha jokes that He-Joon should be cautious.
00:20:52Who knows, maybe this long-lost father has come back only because he needs an organ donor.
00:20:57The next morning, Ju-Won and her best friend go around the school,
00:21:02trying to identify the person who sent her the anonymous love letter.
00:21:05However, this search proves futile, like finding a needle in a haystack.
00:21:10Feeling discouraged, Ju-Won considers heading to the sports hall
00:21:14to show the letter to He-Joon, but he's already left with San-ha to visit his aunt.
00:21:20He tells her about meeting his father and shows her the business card he left.
00:21:24Her expression changes as she warns him to stay away from that man.
00:21:28She reveals that years ago, his father had forced his mother to get an abortion
00:21:32and left to marry the daughter of a wealthy family.
00:21:35Overcome with anger, He-Joon's hands tremble, but he tries to keep his composure in front of his aunt.
00:21:41The two return home, weighed down by sadness.
00:21:44Noticing He-Joon's heavy mood, San-ha suggests they go up the mountain for some fresh air
00:21:50and a drink of milk to unwind.
00:21:52After all, it's better not to go home looking upset and worrying everyone.
00:21:57San-ha calmly advises He-Joon to keep the business card for now
00:22:00to better understand what intentions his father might have.
00:22:03Meanwhile, Ju-Won eagerly waits at home for her two brothers, curious about where they went.
00:22:09However, both of them keep tight-lipped and don't reveal anything.
00:22:13Ju-Won mentions that her best friend, Park Dan, will be coming over the next day.
00:22:18But He-Joon says he'll be busy.
00:22:20The next morning, as planned, Park Dan visits Ju-Won.
00:22:24Though she's disappointed that her crush, He-Joon, is absent.
00:22:28They take the chance to explore his room and find it in complete disarray.
00:22:32With items scattered everywhere, they speculate that something urgent must have come up for him to leave so abruptly.
00:22:40In reality, both He-Joon and San-ha are meeting with He-Joon's father at a hotel.
00:22:45Getting straight to the point, He-Joon bluntly asks if his father is suffering from a terminal illness
00:22:51and looking for an organ donor.
00:22:53The father chuckles, assuring him that he's in excellent health and, in fact, has plenty of money.
00:22:59The only thing he lacks is in hair, which is why his relatives are already fighting over his assets.
00:23:05The father promises He-Joon a luxurious life and proposes sending him to America to study basketball.
00:23:12Infuriated, the two young men pay for their drinks and leave without further ado.
00:23:17He-Joon is deeply upset that, after abandoning him and his pregnant mother 19 years ago,
00:23:22his father now wants him back solely to be in hair.
00:23:26He begs San-ha not to tell their family about this, fearing it would only upset them.
00:23:31However, things don't go as planned when He-Joon's father personally visits his adoptive father, Mr. J.
00:23:37Upon seeing him, Mr. J feels a sense of familiarity,
00:23:41and his suspicions are conferred when the man introduces himself as He-Joon's biological father.
00:23:46Going straight to the point, he pulls out an envelope stuffed with money,
00:23:51calling it compensation for raising his son over the past decade.
00:23:55He declares that it's time for He-Joon to return to his biological father and start a new life in America.
00:24:01Mr. J refuses the money, explaining that family bonds are far more important to him than money.
00:24:07Realizing his attempt to persuade Mr. J is failing, the man starts becoming hostile.
00:24:12Just as Ju-Won arrives at the shop, noticing the strange tension,
00:24:17she later shares the unusual encounter with her brothers,
00:24:21prompting them to rush over to check on Mr. J.
00:24:24But by the time they arrive, the man has already left.
00:24:28San-ha takes Ju-Won back home, allowing Mr. J to have a private conversation with He-Joon.
00:24:34Later, Ju-Won glares at her eldest brother, suspecting that he's hiding something from her.
00:24:39Mr. J then speaks heart-to-heart with He-Joon.
00:24:43Assuring him that he won't interfere with whatever decision he chooses to make.
00:24:47In his heart, Mr. J doesn't want He-Joon to go to America.
00:24:51He wants them to continue caring for each other every day.
00:24:54He-Joon breaks down in tears, recalling how he used to wait for his mother to come back.
00:24:59And now, finally, it's his biological father who has come to take him away.
00:25:04Torn and conflicted after longing for this reunion for so long,
00:25:07he and Mr. J hug each other, crying together.
00:25:10Meanwhile, after his failed attempt at convincing Mr. J,
00:25:14He-Joon's father returns to his hotel, where he accidentally bumps into a woman,
00:25:20San-ha's biological mother.
00:25:22She now has a young daughter, who is eagerly anticipating meeting her older brother.
00:25:27At the same time, San-ha tells Ju-Won everything about the situation with He-Joon's father.
00:25:32Ju-Won is heartbroken at the thought of He-Joon leaving for America,
00:25:37as their family is so happy together, and she can't imagine it without him.
00:25:41Hearing her heartfelt words, He-Joon, whose eyes are already swollen from crying,
00:25:47tears up all over again.
00:25:48That evening, the three siblings sit together, sharing their thoughts and feelings,
00:25:53until Ju-Won suddenly remembers her secret admirer.
00:25:56She eagerly tells her brothers that someone is interested in her,
00:26:00and that she's close to starting her first relationship.
00:26:03Recently, San-ha has been receiving calls from an unknown number,
00:26:07but he refuses to answer them, causing him so much stress that he loses sleep and looks visibly tired.
00:26:14Mr. J, ever the caring father, prepares a hearty breakfast for his three children.
00:26:20Ju-Won, in high spirits, spends extra time styling her hair,
00:26:24and announces that she's about to find out who sent her the anonymous love letter.
00:26:28As she gets off the bus, Park Dan reveals that two classmates recently spotted someone
00:26:33placing the love letter on Ju-Won's desk, and finally recognized who it was today.
00:26:39Both brothers are immediately wary, worried she might end up with someone unsuitable,
00:26:44like a troublesome boy, or someone extremely overweight.
00:26:48To their surprise, the anonymous admirer turns out to be the class president.
00:26:52Handsome, charming, and with a radiant smile,
00:26:56the two meet in front of the classroom in an adorably romantic moment.
00:27:00The boy plans to confess his feelings soon,
00:27:02but since Ju-Won has already figured out his identity,
00:27:05they decide to start dating right away.
00:27:08From afar, their friends eagerly watch the new couple interact,
00:27:12though San-ha doesn't seem thrilled.
00:27:14After school, Ju-Won goes on a date with her new boyfriend as planned.
00:27:18At first, everything goes smoothly, but it soon becomes clear that he's somewhat of a spoiled
00:27:24mama's boy, with picky eating habits.
00:27:27By the end of the day, he mentions that his mother places high importance on family background.
00:27:32He adds that he's heard Ju-Won's father is a single parent,
00:27:35which makes him feel a bit uncertain about their relationship.
00:27:39Furious, Ju-Won scolds her date for being tactless, reminding him that, after all,
00:27:44she has two supportive brothers and a happy family.
00:27:47She declares that they're breaking up, and if they see each other again,
00:27:52they'll act like strangers.
00:27:53The disastrous first date reminds her of past gossip from the neighbors,
00:27:57but she quickly brushes it off, knowing that her two brothers are always there to protect her.
00:28:02Meanwhile, her family assumes she'll be out late, enjoying her first date.
00:28:07Hae-Joon even brags that her date, Lee, is both handsome and the top student in school.
00:28:13However, as soon as he finishes saying this, Ju-Won returns home,
00:28:17announcing her failed date.
00:28:19She explains that Lee was too spoiled and picky with food, and they had no shared interests.
00:28:25Her father, feeling embarrassed for her blunt and unrefined behavior,
00:28:29wonders when she'll ever find someone with that attitude.
00:28:32The next morning, the girls at school tease Ju-Won, saying she's already been dumped.
00:28:37Surprisingly, though, Lee himself comes to apologize and asks if they can be friends.
00:28:43Ju-Won agrees, with the condition that he keeps their argument at the bus stop a secret.
00:28:48After school, while Sanhad is talking with Ju-Won, he unexpectedly comes face-to-face with his mother,
00:28:54who he hasn't seen in 10 years.
00:28:57She decided to come to the school in person, after multiple unanswered calls.
00:29:01Sanhad's demeanor is cold, as he's tried reaching out to her many times over the past decade,
00:29:07only to be ignored.
00:29:08Now that he's given up hope, she suddenly wants to reconnect,
00:29:12claiming she wants to mend their relationship.
00:29:15She mentions that she has a new, adorable daughter named Sohee, Sanha's half-sister.
00:29:21Hearing this only makes Sanha more resolute, and he tells his mother not to seek him out again.
00:29:26She brings up the tragic death of her first daughter,
00:29:29explaining that her return is meant to offer forgiveness to her son.
00:29:33However, Sanha, no longer the vulnerable boy he once was,
00:29:37asserts that he did nothing wrong to need her forgiveness.
00:29:40His younger siblings, observing from a distance, are ready to intervene in case of a conflict.
00:29:46Witnessing this encounter stirs memories in Heijun of the happy days he spent with his mother.
00:29:52The conversation between Sanha and his mother ends on a sour note.
00:29:56While he outwardly seems unaffected, inside he feels turmoil,
00:29:59still haunted by guilt over his sister's death.
00:30:02Crossing the street, he nearly gets hit by a car,
00:30:06only to have Ju-1 grab his hand just in time.
00:30:09With tears in her eyes, she scolds him for giving her such a fright.
00:30:13Sanha shares his sad story with Ju-1 and invites her to go out and have fun to lift their spirits.
00:30:19Knowing all of her favorite things, he spoils her to the fullest.
00:30:23Indeed, when Ju-1 is with her family, she feels free to be herself,
00:30:28laughing and enjoying every moment.
00:30:30Meanwhile, Sanha's father is returning from work when he runs into his ex-wife.
00:30:35They have lunch together, but her real intention is to bring Sanha back to live with her.
00:30:40Although she now has a new husband and a daughter, she selfishly wants to reclaim Sanha.
00:30:45Her ex-husband can't contain his anger and scolds her, pointing out her irresponsibility for disappearing without a word ten years ago.
00:30:53He reminds her of the countless times Sanha tried calling her, only to be ignored,
00:30:59and questions what right she has now to talk about forgiveness and claim custody.
00:31:03Yet as stubborn as concrete, she refuses to back down.
00:31:07That night, Mr. Kim drowns his sorrows in alcohol, getting so drunk that his colleagues have to call Mr. J to pick him up.
00:31:15Mr. Jad learns about Mr. Kim's argument with his ex-wife and advises him to have an honest conversation with his son to understand what he truly wants.
00:31:24Though Mr. Kim is excellent at investigating criminals, he's somewhat lacking in emotional intelligence when it comes to his son.
00:31:30The family is thrown into chaos as the two brothers clash over the issue.
00:31:35One wants nothing to do with his mother, while the other is envious of the possibility of reconnecting with his family.
00:31:42Sanha shares that the tragic accident that claimed his sister's life wasn't his fault.
00:31:46It happened because their mother had been absent for two days, neglecting her children.
00:31:52Sometimes, even blood ties can feel less meaningful than connections with strangers.
00:31:56Realizing the truth, Hye Joon feels guilty for misjudging his older brother and to diffuse the tension.
00:32:03Joo Won suggests they all go out for some refreshing ice cream.
00:32:07However, Hye Joon is still angry, choosing to stay locked in his room instead.
00:32:13Later, Sanha also tells Mr. Kim that he has no desire to see his mother again.
00:32:18The next morning, Hye Joon's father, frustrated that money and influence have failed to win over his son,
00:32:24considers his assistant's advice to try a gentler approach to gain the boy's trust.
00:32:29As a result, he buys a large amount of delicious food for Hye Joon's basketball team to enjoy.
00:32:35Furious, Hye Joon quickly snatches the food away from his friends.
00:32:39One teammate, assuming that Hye Joon is flaunting his wealthy father's support,
00:32:44confronts him, leading to a heated argument and a scuffle.
00:32:47Just then, Sanha arrives and intervenes, saying he has something important to discuss regarding their younger sister.
00:32:55It turns out that both brothers are annoyed with Hye, the boy who dared to date their sister.
00:33:00Sanha presses Hye, asking what exactly happened on the date and if he said anything hurtful to Joo Won.
00:33:07Though terrified and nervous, Hye remains tight-lipped, having promised not to tell anyone about their conversation.
00:33:14Hearing about this, Joo Won panics and rushes to the storage area, accidentally blurting out what really happened during the date.
00:33:22She reveals that Hye had made an insensitive remark about her lack of a mother.
00:33:26Though unintentional, this still angers her two brothers.
00:33:30They forbid Hye from pursuing Joo Won any further.
00:33:33Meanwhile, an unexpected guest arrives at Mr. J's restaurant, Sanha's biological mother, accompanied by her daughter.
00:33:40Her audacity surprises everyone, as she shows up determined to wait for Sanha to finish school.
00:33:47She even brings her daughter, Sohee, hoping that her presence will stir up protective instincts in him as an older brother.
00:33:54As soon as he sees Sohee, Sanha is struck by how much she resembles his late sister.
00:33:59Not wanting to raise his voice in front of a child, he asks Joo Won to take Sohee outside.
00:34:05During their chat, so he innocently mentions that her mother plans to bring Sanha to Seoul in a few months to attend college and live together.
00:34:13However, Sanha firmly tells his mother that he has no desire to move and suggests she stop wasting her time on such futile efforts.
00:34:22Later, when Hye Joon returns from school and witnesses this scene, he feels a pang of sadness, reminded of his own mother.
00:34:29She had once promised to leave only for a few days and return to pick him up, but in the end, she never came back.
00:34:37Remembering this, Hye Joon is eager to somehow help mend the broken bond between Sanha and his mother.
00:34:43His suggestion only angers Sanha, who lashes out, calling Hye Joon foolish for believing in his mother's lies and waiting in vain for so many years.
00:34:52Feeling insulted, Hye Joon punches Sanha repeatedly, not holding back.
00:34:57Sanha, the refusing to fight back, delivers a cutting remark that everyone present hears.
00:35:03In the end, both he and Hye Joon are just children abandoned by their mothers.
00:35:08Previously, in a tense conversation at the restaurant, Mr. J tried to reason with a woman, advising her not to bring up the past or force their son into something against his will.
00:35:19He wanted Sanha to focus on preparing for his university exams first, then decide what he wanted to do afterward.
00:35:26However, the mother stubbornly insisted she had every right to speak her mind.
00:35:31She even blamed Mr. J for raising Sanha in such a way that turned an obedient, soft-hearted boy into someone who dared to talk back to his mother.
00:35:39Mr. J, at a loss for words with this unreasonable woman, suddenly heard loud arguing outside the restaurant.
00:35:47Sanha had just uttered a sharp remark, ready to confront Hye Joon.
00:35:51But his younger siblings quickly intervened along with Sohee.
00:35:55The mother, taking advantage of the situation, mocked Mr. J for his supposed excellent parenting.
00:36:02That night, their family dinner unfolded in a tense atmosphere.
00:36:06Joon quietly explained to Mr. Kim the reason behind his two older brothers' conflict.
00:36:12Every time Sanha reached for a dish, Hye Joon would deliberately take it first.
00:36:16Watching the boys bickering at the table, Mr. Kim decided to dismiss everyone.
00:36:21Wanting to help his older brothers make peace, the youngest sibling came up with the idea of bringing home fried chicken as a treat.
00:36:28However, Hye Joon insisted on spicy chicken, while Sanha preferred regular fried.
00:36:34The main character, trying to please both brothers, ran tirelessly up and down between the second and third floors to convince them.
00:36:41But neither was willing to compromise.
00:36:44Eventually, Joo Won was so exhausted that he collapsed on the floor.
00:36:48Disheartened, Joo Won confided in his best friend, Park Dan, determined to help the brothers reconcile before Hye Joon's upcoming birthday.
00:36:57At that moment, Lee arrived and invited Joo Won on a weekend date,
00:37:02mentioning a program that included a sold healing cycling event to strengthen bonds.
00:37:07Joo Won's eyes lit up as he devised a plan to get his brothers to make peace.
00:37:12Initially, they refused to join, but after hearing Joo Won's pleas, they reluctantly agreed.
00:37:18Delighted, the main character invited Park Dan to even out the group.
00:37:22The next day, everyone gathered at the meeting spot, except Park Dan, who was running late.
00:37:28She told her mother she was going to a study session, but was actually planning to meet up with Joo Won's group.
00:37:34After waiting for a while, they decided to set off without her, each one trying to sit next to the main character.
00:37:41In the end, poor Lee was pushed off before he could even react.
00:37:45Joo Won, wearing headphones, intentionally peddled ahead, hoping that his two older brothers sitting behind would have a chance to talk and reconcile.
00:37:54The beautiful weather seemed perfect for these two men to heal their bond.
00:37:58However, reality turned out quite differently.
00:38:01While the youngest peddled tirelessly, the two older brothers behind him ended up bickering and even fighting.
00:38:08Frustrated, Joo Won gave up on the bike plan and went to buy some drinks to cool down.
00:38:14Meanwhile, Park Dan finally arrived at the park, only to be harassed by a group of local thugs.
00:38:20Exhausted, the main character nonetheless rushed over to rescue her friend.
00:38:25Ironically, she fainted from dehydration before she could even intervene.
00:38:28Seeing this, the thugs panicked and ran to buy a bottle of water to help her.
00:38:33At that moment, the two older brothers were informed of the situation and hurried over.
00:38:38Unaware of the real story, they only saw their little sister unconscious and flew into a rage.
00:38:44They launched into the group of thugs, teaching them a lesson for daring to harass their sister.
00:38:49This led to everyone being summoned to the police station, where the misunderstanding was finally cleared up.
00:38:55Feeling a bit remorseful, Sanha stood up and bowed to apologize to the thugs.
00:39:00At home, the two single fathers, Mr. J and Mr. Kim, were calculating household expenses, trying to save for a car for their son's university commute.
00:39:10Unexpectedly, they received a call from the police station.
00:39:12Mr. Kim rushed over to bail them out and scolded his son, but the thugs, seeing the situation, decided not to make a scene.
00:39:21Mr. Kim then took Park Dan home, only for her to fall into her mother's line of sight.
00:39:26Her mother, protective to a fault, scolded her for not answering her phone and being out all day.
00:39:32Park Dan, as the family's pride and hope, was always closely guarded by her mother.
00:39:37The main character, not wanting her father to worry, urged everyone to keep the day's events a secret.
00:39:44Knowing their little sister was unwell, the two brothers pretended to reconcile, warmly shaking hands to reassure Ju-1.
00:39:51However, as soon as they stepped outside, they returned to arguing again.
00:39:56The next morning, they continued their act of brotherly love in front of their youngest sibling.
00:40:02Meanwhile, a new topic of gossip arose in their class.
00:40:05Rumors that Hei-Joon liked the class president, Park Dan.
00:40:09After all, he had stood up for her at the park when he saw her being harassed.
00:40:14The main character saw an opportunity to play matchmaker between her friend and her older brother.
00:40:19However, upon hearing that Hei-Joon might have a new girlfriend, his ex was furious and stormed over to confront him.
00:40:25The young man casually mentioned that he only saw Park Dan as a little sister,
00:40:30completely unaware that she and Ju-1 had overheard everything from behind.
00:40:35Furious, Ju-1 couldn't resist kicking him painfully.
00:40:39After school, the eldest brother and Ju-1 went to the mall to shop for a birthday gift for Hei-Joon.
00:40:45They'd wandered around for ages before finally deciding on a pair of sports shoes as the perfect present.
00:40:51Sanha also bought a pair of white shoes for his younger sister and promised to get her an even fancier pair when he had more money.
00:40:58The sales clerk, finding them adorable and mistaking them for a couple, offered a 50% discount.
00:41:05Coincidentally, Sohi and her mother were also at the mall for lunch.
00:41:09While the mother went to the restroom, she instructed Sohi to sit and wait patiently.
00:41:14Spotting her brother in the distance, Sohi ran after him but tripped and fell.
00:41:18Her mother rushed over, both worried and scolding her in frustration, muttering about how anyone around Sanha seemed to end up unlucky.
00:41:26Shocked and hurt by his mother's words, Sanha remained silent.
00:41:30Hearing this, Ju-1 couldn't stay quiet and spoke up, saying that being close to Sanha was actually a blessing.
00:41:37They then went to watch a concert together to lighten the mood.
00:41:41Watching his younger sister, Sanha grew sentimental, recalling how she'd always been there for him, caring and standing up for him.
00:41:49No matter what anyone said, Ju-1's loyalty to her brother remained unwavering.
00:41:54Unable to hold back, Sanha gently brushed his sister's hair.
00:41:58The next morning, the family busied themselves preparing for Hei-Joon's birthday celebration.
00:42:04Ju-1 went to call her older brother, walking in just as he was changing.
00:42:09Although they were close, now that they were older, they understood some boundaries were necessary.
00:42:14Ju-1 looked glum about the party, knowing that Hei-Joon's aunt would be attending.
00:42:19Every time she visited, Hei-Joon would put on a forced, cheerful act that felt insincere.
00:42:25Later, the aunt arrived, visibly pregnant, and called Hei-Joon into a private room for a talk.
00:42:31She scolded him for not helping out enough and accused him of getting too comfortable, as if he'd forgotten his place.
00:42:38She reminded him that since he was staying in the family's home, he should be more considerate.
00:42:43Mr. J, who had been standing by the door, overheard everything and felt somewhat disappointed.
00:42:49Throughout the meal, the aunt kept bringing up the past and pointed out that Hei-Joon wasn't biologically related,
00:42:56though his adoptive father had kindly taken him in.
00:42:59She reminded her nephew that when he became successful, he should repay Mr. J for all he had done.
00:43:05The atmosphere grew somber, especially as the host drank a bit too much.
00:43:10The father, now tipsy, began grumbling at the aunt, asking her not to pressure Hei-Joon to do any more than he already was.
00:43:18He was a good kid who always helped the family.
00:43:20The father explained that he raised his children out of love and responsibility,
00:43:25not because he expected them to repay him in his old age.
00:43:28The aunt, realizing she had gone too far with her earlier comments, tearfully apologized.
00:43:34Seeing their father so drunk, the two siblings helped him back to his room to rest.
00:43:39Hei-Joon then walked his aunt to the bus stop and confided in her.
00:43:43She encouraged him to let go of thoughts about his biological parents and focus on showing gratitude to his adoptive father.
00:43:50The two hugged each other tightly, both in tears.
00:43:52After tidying up, the three siblings gathered on the rooftop to playfully celebrate Hei-Joon's birthday.
00:43:59The following morning, as Mr. J was preparing to open the restaurant, a familiar face unexpectedly arrived.
00:44:06None other than Hei-Joon's biological mother.
00:44:09Mr. J wanted to call his son with the news, but Ms. Kang stopped him.
00:44:13She explained that she was there to have a private conversation and to return the money she had borrowed years ago.
00:44:20Mr. J noticed that the amount was quite large and hesitated to accept it.
00:44:24Ms. Kang explained that she knew university costs would be high for Hei-Joon next year,
00:44:29so she wanted to provide extra financial support.
00:44:33However, she did not want to meet her son, as it would only bring sadness if she couldn't take him with her.
00:44:39Despite Mr. J's attempts to persuade her, it was futile.
00:44:42He, of all people, knew how much Hei-Joon longed to see his mother again.
00:44:47Meanwhile, Hei-Joon and Ju-Won returned from an ice cream run,
00:44:52catching a glimpse of the familiar figure getting into a taxi.
00:44:55They headed to the rooftop, playfully teasing Sanha,
00:44:59who was sound asleep and unaware of the missed calls lighting up his phone.
00:45:03On the other end was their mother, sounding panicked as she reported that little Sohee had gone missing.
00:45:08The only thing the maid knew was that Sohee had left saying she was going to look for her brother.
00:45:13The three siblings hurried to the restaurant, but Sohee was nowhere to be found.
00:45:18Desperate, they ran all around the neighborhood, hoping she was safe.
00:45:22Around the same time, Officer Kim received a call from a local resident about a lost child.
00:45:27It wasn't until a family member called that Mr. Kim realized this child was, in fact, his ex-wife's daughter.
00:45:34Everyone was immensely relieved when Officer Kim brought Sohee back home safe.
00:45:39The moment she saw her brother, she ran to him, hugging him tightly in joy.
00:45:44Moments later, Sanha's mother arrived, and instead of expressing gratitude, she loudly scolded him.
00:45:50She claimed she had tried hard to forgive him for the crime of causing his younger sister's death and wanted to mend their mother-son relationship.
00:45:59Yet, according to her, Sanha didn't appreciate her efforts and continued to act insolent.
00:46:04It was unbelievable to see a mother so unreasonable.
00:46:07Mr. Kim, angry, pulled his ex-wife aside to talk outside the restaurant.
00:46:12In the past, he tolerated her stubbornness, even agreeing to the divorce so she could remarry without a single complaint.
00:46:20The mother countered, blaming him for being work-obsessed and neglecting his family.
00:46:25On the day their daughter died, neither of them had been home, so neither had the right to lay blame.
00:46:31Hearing this painful exchange, Sanha hid in a corner, silently bearing the weight of his sorrow.
00:46:37Memories of his younger sister and the accident still haunted him.
00:46:41On that tragic day, only the two siblings were home, looking after each other.
00:46:46Even when his sister was taken to the hospital, it was only Sanha who waited outside, crying.
00:46:52The next morning, Sanha left for school before dawn, avoiding his family out of shame over the argument with his mother.
00:46:59Everyone was concerned, especially his younger sister, Ju-Won.
00:47:03Each day, she stopped by his classroom to bring him meals but never found him there, leaving her a bit disappointed.
00:47:10That evening, Hye-Joon intentionally waited at the bus stop and finally ran into Sanha.
00:47:16He advised him not to keep avoiding his family or feel ashamed.
00:47:20At least Sanha still had a father who cared about him.
00:47:23Hye-Joon, on the other hand, had grown up without the affection of either parent and felt even more isolated.
00:47:29The following morning, Ju-Won continued her routine, quietly bringing a lunchbox for her older brother.
00:47:36Although the siblings didn't see each other, they communicated through stickers to reassure each other that they were doing okay.
00:47:42That night, Sanha was studying late and got caught in a heavy downpour.
00:47:48Unfortunately, the convenience store was out of umbrellas.
00:47:51At home, Ju-Won, noticing the rain, tried calling him but couldn't reach him as his phone was off.
00:47:58She asked her father to wait before starting dinner, explaining that she wanted to bring Sanha home to eat together.
00:48:05Soaked through from the rain, Sanha arrived home only to find Ju-Won waiting for him with an umbrella.
00:48:11With a stern look, his younger sister urged him to stop avoiding the family, explaining that doing so was also a form of disrespect to their parents.
00:48:19After much persuasion, Sanha finally agreed to join them for dinner.
00:48:24Noticing his mud-caked shoes and recalling Hye-Joon's words, he realized his younger sister had been searching for him tirelessly for over an hour.
00:48:33Everyone showed special concern for Sanha, who was so moved that he ate with tears welling up in his eyes.
00:48:39After dinner, the three siblings went up to the rooftop to talk.
00:48:43They all shared similar circumstances, lacking a mother's care, but felt incredibly fortunate to have an exceptional father.
00:48:50That night, after being out in the rain, Sanha developed a high fever.
00:48:55The family took turns watching over and caring for him through the night.
00:48:59His father, watching over his son, recalled his ex-wife's words about wanting Sanha to grow closer to his half-sister so he,
00:49:06hoping it would help lessen his lingering guilt about the past.
00:49:10The next morning, the main character's fever broke, and his father took him to a memorial site to pay respects to his younger sister.
00:49:18Mr. J encouraged his son to follow his heart and not let sorrow over the past weigh him down.
00:49:24He explained that the accident was due to the parents' failure to properly supervise their two young children, and that Sanha wasn't to blame.
00:49:31In the days that followed, the family of five settled back into a joyful daily routine, sharing meals and laughter together.
00:49:39When Hyejun's aunt gave birth to a healthy baby, it only added to the joyful atmosphere.
00:49:45One day, the three siblings received an invitation from Park Dan's mother to dine at a restaurant.
00:49:51However, as they soon realized, no meal is truly free.
00:49:55The reason for the invitation was that she wanted Sanha to tutor Park Dan in math.
00:50:00Naturally, the two younger siblings jumped at the chance to tag along for the meal.
00:50:05Park Dan's mother was delighted, praising Sanha for being both handsome and intelligent.
00:50:10Yet in the same breath, she put her daughter down, calling her clumsy and questioning if she'd even be able to pass the bar exam to become a lawyer.
00:50:19Her domineering attitude was clear.
00:50:21Hurt, Park Dan pulled her mother aside to talk privately.
00:50:24She acknowledged her own shortcomings, but felt her mother didn't need to criticize her so harshly in front of her friends.
00:50:31Her mother, however, remained unfazed, insisting that everything she did was for her children's sake.
00:50:37The three siblings, noticing that Park Dan had been crying, tried to finish the meal with polite smiles despite feeling uncomfortable.
00:50:45After her mother left, they decided to go to the beach to unwind.
00:50:49The main character and Hye Joon played in the water, while Sanha and Park Dan stayed on the shore, talking.
00:50:56Sanha comforted her, encouraging her not to let her mother's criticism affect her too deeply, and assured her that doing her best was enough.
00:51:04Meanwhile, Hye Joon teased them from the water, trying to pair them up, which made his younger sister a bit annoyed.
00:51:11Suddenly, Hye Joon received a text from his aunt, inviting him to visit the hospital to see the newborn.
00:51:16Hye Joon was thrilled until a nurse casually mentioned that the patient's older sister had just visited.
00:51:22This meant his mother had returned but was hiding, avoiding him.
00:51:26Meanwhile, the two single fathers were chatting at the restaurant.
00:51:30Mr. J was still reluctant to accept the money Hye Joon's mother had given him.
00:51:34Mr. Kim, however, thought it was only fair considering all the years of effort Mr. J had put into raising Hye Joon.
00:51:40Besides, with Hye Joon starting university next year, they'd need extra funds to cover his expenses.
00:51:47They were deep in conversation, unaware that Hye Joon was standing outside, overhearing everything, tears streaming down his face.
00:51:55Hye Joon wondered why his mother had come back but didn't want to see him.
00:51:59Elsewhere, the main couple was wandering near the lighthouse.
00:52:03Joo Won couldn't shake her irritation about Hye Joon trying to pair up her older brother with Park Dan.
00:52:08She climbed onto the edge of the railing playfully, worrying Sanha, who quickly grabbed her hand.
00:52:15In a careless moment, Joo Won slipped and fell into Sanha's arms just as the streetlights went out.
00:52:21They stood silently, holding each other, lost in the moment as they gazed into each other's eyes.
00:52:27After a while, Sanha affectionately scolded his younger sister for not being more cautious.
00:52:32Before they could exchange more words, they had to hurry to catch the last bus of the night to avoid walking home.
00:52:39As they arrived back at their alley, they found Hye Joon sitting forlernly in a corner.
00:52:43Though he tried to reassure them he was fine, his family saw right through him.
00:52:48Eventually, he confessed that he had learned his mother had returned but was avoiding him,
00:52:53and had secretly repaid the debt she owed Mr. Jack.
00:52:56He couldn't understand why she was treating her only son so coldly.
00:52:59His siblings, feeling his pain, offered him a half-eaten bun as a small gesture of comfort.
00:53:05Later, as Hye Joon arrived home, he saw his father washing clothes for the family.
00:53:10Despite his sore shoulders and neck from a long day's work, never once complaining, deeply moved,
00:53:17Hye Joon joined him and admitted he knew about his mother's return.
00:53:21He promised his father that he would work hard in the future to earn money and repay him.
00:53:25Mr. Jay felt a pang of sadness, as he'd never raised his children expecting anything in return.
00:53:32As long as they were happy, that was enough for him.
00:53:35Officer Kim shared the news that Sanha's mother had abandoned her plans to force him to move to Seoul with her.
00:53:41This lifted a great weight off everyone's shoulders.
00:53:44Now, their only remaining concern was Hye Joon's biological father.
00:53:47At the same time, Hye Joon's biological father was at the school, trying to persuade him to move to the U.S. with him.
00:53:55Disinterested, Hye Joon remembered how his father had once abandoned his responsibility to both him and his mother,
00:54:01only to return now that he wanted an heir to his wealth.
00:54:05In the middle of their conversation, a classmate interrupted,
00:54:08informing Hye Joon that someone from Seoul had come to assess his skills and that he should hurry to the competition room.
00:54:14The assessors praised Hye Joon's talent, remarking that staying in a small school like this would be a waste.
00:54:21Hearing this, his father was filled with pride and promised to return in two weeks to watch his son's tournament.
00:54:27Meanwhile, the main character, Joo Won, continued her carefree habit of going to her older brother's room to relax.
00:54:34However, Sanha had been acting strangely lately, especially after that recent hug.
00:54:39He used his upcoming university exams as an excuse to gently send her back to her room,
00:54:45leaving Joo Won puzzled and a bit disappointed.
00:54:48The next morning at school, Joo Won noticed her classmates drawing charms.
00:54:54Curious, she learned they were good luck charms meant to help seniors pass their exams.
00:54:59Inspired, Joo Won persuaded Park Dan to make lucky charms for both of her brothers,
00:55:04and even bought two boxes of chocolates as rewards for when they finished their exams.
00:55:09A few days later, the National University entrance exams finally arrived.
00:55:13Everyone was busy preparing snacks and sending well wishes to Sanha and Hye Joon.
00:55:19Joo Won reminded them to guess on any questions they didn't know, rather than leaving answers blank.
00:55:25That evening, she planned a rooftop celebration for when they returned.
00:55:28Sanha, being diligent and academically inclined, found the exams manageable.
00:55:35Hye Joon, on the other hand, relied on a luckier approach, using his pencil to randomly select answers.
00:55:41At home, the news reported that this year's exam questions were especially challenging,
00:55:46making Joo Won and her father even more anxious.
00:55:50That night, they held a small party to celebrate the brothers completing their exams.
00:55:54While grilling meat, Joo Won clumsily burned her hand, prompting her older brother to fuss over her worriedly.
00:56:02Sanha insisted on taking her downstairs to properly apply ointment, even though the burn was minor.
00:56:08His recent overprotectiveness left Joo Won a bit puzzled, so she gently grabbed his hand and asked him about it,
00:56:15causing Sanha to blush visibly flustered.
00:56:18Meanwhile, on the rooftop, Hye Joon opened up to Park Dan about how his mother had returned but was avoiding him.
00:56:25Despite feeling both angry and hurt, his longing to see her was stronger, ever the sensitive one.
00:56:30Park Dan was moved to tears.
00:56:32Noticing this, Hye Joon teased her, asking if she might have a secret crush on Sanha.
00:56:38Park Dan was taken aback, as her real crush was actually sitting right in front of her.
00:56:43She tried to explain, but Hye Joon just kept smiling, oblivious to her true feelings.
00:56:49He even schemed to have Sanha escort Park Dan to the bus stop.
00:56:52The main character, Joo Won, began to wonder if her best friend actually liked her older brother without her knowing.
00:56:59The truth, however, was that Sanha had long known about Park Dan's crush on Hye Joon.
00:57:04But unless she outright confessed, Hye Joon would remain clueless.
00:57:09After seeing Park Dan off, Sanha unexpectedly received a call from his mother.
00:57:14With a sigh, he picked up, only to hear his younger sister so he's voice on the other end.
00:57:19They barely exchanged a few words before their mother grabbed the phone, making harsh comments as usual.
00:57:26Tired of her old criticisms, Sanha lost interest and ended the call.
00:57:30The next morning, their teacher announced that Sanha's exam scores were high enough for him to easily qualify for a university in Seoul.
00:57:38However, he remained determined to study closer to home, preferring to be near his family.
00:57:43Hye Joon, meanwhile, was also being scolded by his teacher for not applying to a university in Seoul.
00:57:49Which would offer better opportunities to pursue his passion for basketball.
00:57:54Jokingly shrugging it off, Hye Joon then hurried to the competition room to warm up with his teammates.
00:57:59Students from all over the school gathered to cheer, holding banners and cheering loudly.
00:58:05Lee, who had a crush on Joo Won, arrived early to save her a seat.
00:58:09Although he wasn't particularly interested in basketball, he made an effort just to sit next to his crush.
00:58:15Unfortunately for him, when Sanha arrived, he promptly took the middle seat, separating the two.
00:58:22On the court, Hye Joon's team wore white, while the opposing school's team wore black.
00:58:27The opposing team began by mocking Hye Joon, taunting him as just the son of a small restaurant owner,
00:58:33even pointing out that his shoes were only cheap, discounted ones.
00:58:36Infuriated, Hye Joon called a quick huddle, urging his teammates to tie their shoelaces tightly and get ready for a serious game.
00:58:45He jokingly threatened that anyone who lost their shoes would face his wrath afterward.
00:58:50The match was intense, with the two teams neck and neck throughout.
00:58:54The cheering from the audience added to the excitement.
00:58:57Hye Joon's biological father, wearing dark sunglasses, watched quietly from a corner,
00:59:02smiling with pride each time his son scored.
00:59:05As the referee counted down the final minutes, the score was tied.
00:59:09With everything riding on Hye Joon's last shot, channeling his main character energy,
00:59:14he nailed the final throw, crushing the opponents and leading his team to a resounding victory.
00:59:20As everyone cheered to celebrate the victory, Sanha spotted Hye Joon's biological father in the crowd.
00:59:27He immediately ran after him, only to be scolded and told to move aside,
00:59:31so the adults could handle things.
00:59:33Sensing trouble, Sanha quickly informed Hye Joon,
00:59:37suspecting that his father would show up at the restaurant to stir things up.
00:59:41Sure enough, the man arrived with a stack of documents on prestigious schools for Mr. J to review,
00:59:47each featuring excellent programs and even basketball clubs,
00:59:51to develop Hye Joon's talent.
00:59:53He argued that a gifted child like Hye Joon needed proper training
00:59:57rather than stagnating in this backwater town.
01:00:00Hearing this, the hot-tempered Mr. Kim stormed over and landed a punch,
01:00:05telling the wealthy man he had no right to be here
01:00:07after abandoning his own son without contributing to his upbringing.
01:00:11Mr. J then stated that, if necessary,
01:00:14he would even sell his restaurant to help Hye Joon pursue his dreams of studying in the U.S.
01:00:19fueled by anger.
01:00:20Officer Kim grabbed a container of salt,
01:00:23using it to shoo the unwanted guest away,
01:00:25as though he were banishing a spirit.
01:00:27On his drive home, Hye Joon's father spotted him and suggested they have a private talk.
01:00:33At first, he tried a gentle approach, but soon showed his true colors,
01:00:38warning that if Hye Joon crossed him, he could destroy Mr. J's restaurant.
01:00:42Furious, Hye Joon fired back, saying that if his father did that, he wouldn't hesitate to fight back.
01:00:49Although he tried to sound brave, he was deeply worried.
01:00:52After all, he was still just a high school student, while his father was a wealthy man with endless resources.
01:00:59That night, Mr. J broached the subject, asking if Hye Joon had any desire to go to the U.S. to pursue basketball.
01:01:06However, Hye Joon declined, explaining that he wanted to stay and repay Mr. J's kindness.
01:01:12Afterward, the three siblings gathered on the rooftop, enjoying the evening breeze and chatting away.
01:01:18Suddenly, Sanha's phone rang with unsettling news from his mother.
01:01:22He rushed downstairs to inform everyone.
01:01:25She'd been in a car accident and was currently undergoing emergency surgery,
01:01:29while her husband, the driver, had died at the scene.
01:01:33Mr. J quickly drove Sanha and his father to the hospital to check on her condition.
01:01:37Outside the operating room, Sanha's uncle reported that the doctors were performing surgery for multiple injuries.
01:01:44Although she had lost a lot of blood, she was fortunately out of immediate danger.
01:01:49Relieved, Sanha texted the family with the good news to ease their worries.
01:01:54Though he and his mother were often at odds, clashing whenever they sought each other, they were still bound by blood.
01:02:00Watching her lie there, bruised and unconscious, Sanha felt a pang of sorrow and regret.
01:02:06The next morning, little so he was brought to the hospital by the housekeeper.
01:02:11Still unaware that her father had passed away and her mother was in a coma,
01:02:15she clung to her older brother, refusing to go home with the housekeeper.
01:02:19Left with no other choice, Sanha agreed to take care of his sister for a few days until their mother regained consciousness.
01:02:26Mr. Kim, feeling a bit uneasy, pulled his son aside.
01:02:29Questioning how he would manage his college applications and exams if he stayed in Seoul to care for his mother and sister.
01:02:36However, as the only close family member, there was no one else who could stay to support them.
01:02:42Saddened, Mr. Kim returned to the restaurant and recounted the situation to Mr. J,
01:02:48lamenting that Sanha's life had been filled with hardships because of his mother.
01:02:52At home, the younger siblings felt dispirited without their older brother around.
01:02:56Ju-1, the most concerned, wondered if her brother was eating properly by himself in Seoul.
01:03:03Meanwhile, at the hospital, the doctor informed Sanha that his mother's condition was not improving.
01:03:09She should have woken up by now, yet remained unresponsive.
01:03:13Visiting her, Sanha recalled their past arguments and harsh words,
01:03:18as well as memories of his mother caring for him devotedly when he was seriously ill as a child.
01:03:23Though he'd only been in Seoul for a day, Ju-1 called him to chat about everything from home to school,
01:03:29sharing every little detail with him.
01:03:31A single day apart felt like a month.
01:03:34Disheartened, Ju-1 went home and asked her father if she could go to Seoul to visit her brother.
01:03:40However, her family objected, pointing out that everyone had their own responsibilities
01:03:44and that her presence wouldn't be helpful.
01:03:47It might even burden Sanha further.
01:03:49On the surface, Ju-1 seemed to accept their answer.
01:03:53But early the next morning, she packed her bags quietly and set out for Seoul.
01:03:58Before leaving, she called Park Dan to give her some instructions, then headed to Seoul Station.
01:04:04Meanwhile, at the hospital.
01:04:06So he was questioning her brother about why she couldn't see their mother yet,
01:04:10asking if it was because their mother was so sick that she would never wake up.
01:04:14Sanha comforted his sister and went to get her some fruit juice.
01:04:18At that moment, a nurse rushed over to inform him of something.
01:04:22By this time, Ju-1 had arrived in Seoul and found the medical center.
01:04:27The moment she saw her older brother, she was overjoyed and was about to call out to him.
01:04:32But little Soki spotted him first.
01:04:34She happily announced that their mother had woken up and urged her brother to go see her immediately.
01:04:40Seeing them hug each other, Ju-1 felt a pang of sadness.
01:04:44The older brother she had cherished for the past 10 years now have a new little sister.
01:04:49One who was connected by blood.
01:04:51Unlike her relationship with him.
01:04:53Back in their hometown, He-Joon wandered around town looking for a summer job to earn some extra money.
01:04:59By chance, he spotted Park Dan at a study center and approached her,
01:05:04asking why Ju-1 wasn't with her, as she'd said she'd be.
01:05:07Unable to lie convincingly, Park Dan confessed that Ju-1 had secretly gone to Seoul alone.
01:05:14Alarmed, He-Joon hurried to the train station to wait for his sister.
01:05:18Worried since her phone had been out of battery all day.
01:05:21When Ju-1 arrived, looking downcast, she explained that she hadn't even dared to call San-ha after reaching Seoul.
01:05:29Seeing him reunited with his family, she felt like an outsider and didn't want to intrude.
01:05:34She begged He-Joon not to tell their father, fearing a scolding.
01:05:38After escorting his sister home, He-Joon stopped by the restaurant and saw a new sign his father had posted.
01:05:45Typically, the restaurant closed at 9 o'clock.
01:05:47But now they'd extended hours to 11 o'clock p.m.
01:05:50He-Joon felt a pang of sadness, watching his father work tirelessly with sore shoulders and neck.
01:05:56He promised himself that he'd work hard to earn enough money so his father could retire early.
01:06:01That evening, San-ha went to a convenience store to pick up some supplies, happily sharing the news that his mother had regained consciousness.
01:06:10If everything went as planned, he'd return home the next day and resume school as usual.
01:06:15However, things didn't go as expected.
01:06:18After waking up, his mother began to break down, crawling on the floor, lamenting her misfortune, losing her child, going through a divorce,
01:06:26and then having a terrible accident that left her disabled just as she finally found some stability.
01:06:33San-ha tried to calm her down, urging her to stay hopeful and reassuring her that miracles could happen.
01:06:39He reminded her that if she kept talking about dying, she'd only leave him, and so he lost and alone.
01:06:46Exhausted, he stepped outside to comfort his little sister, who kept insisting on seeing their mother.
01:06:51Later, his uncle suggested that San-ha consider studying at a university in Seoul.
01:06:57It would allow him to stay close and take care of his mother and sister,
01:07:01especially since his mother's mental state was fragile and she seemed fixated on thoughts of despair.
01:07:07Without anyone nearby to care for her, it would be difficult for her to recover.
01:07:11Feeling drained, San-ha realized that his original plans were slipping away.
01:07:16He thought of calling Ju-1 to confide, but by then, she had already fallen asleep.
01:07:22The next morning, San-ha moved to a private residence to look after So-hee.
01:07:26She was thrilled to have her brother around to play with and keep her company.
01:07:30The next morning, the main character woke up to a message from San-ha, sent the previous day, saying he'd be coming home soon.
01:07:38Overjoyed, she wanted to tell her father but couldn't find him anywhere.
01:07:41Worried, the two siblings headed to the restaurant, only to discover that their father had collapsed in the kitchen.
01:07:48Mr. J was rushed to the hospital, where he received IV fluids due to exhaustion.
01:07:54The doctor assured them he'd be fine as long as he got proper rest.
01:07:58Mr. J urged Ju-1 to go to school, telling Hye-Joon to stay behind and take care of him instead.
01:08:05After his treatment, Officer Kim took father and son home.
01:08:08However, despite just being discharged, Mr. J insisted on returning to the restaurant to work.
01:08:14He explained that he wanted to save up money so that Hye-Joon could go study in the U.S. in his view.
01:08:20Even if they were poor, he was determined to provide the best education for his son.
01:08:25The two fathers discussed this heatedly, unaware that Hye-Joon was standing outside, listening.
01:08:31Saddened, he asked Ju-1 to bring some medicine upstairs to their father while he went to the park to clear his head.
01:08:37At the park, his bespectacled friend encouraged him to seize the chance to leave this small town and start a new life,
01:08:45urging him not to feel guilty about using his biological father's money.
01:08:49Doing so would also ease the burden on his adoptive father.
01:08:52Still conflicted, Hye-Joon wasn't sure he wanted to leave this familiar place.
01:08:57Returning home, he found his father still hard at work, refusing to slow down despite his children's concerns,
01:09:04as tirelessly industrious as a bee.
01:09:07After helping his father with the evening cleanup, Hye-Joon broached the topic of moving to the U.S. with his biological father.
01:09:14He didn't want to be a burden on the family and couldn't bear seeing his adoptive father work day and night on his behalf.
01:09:20Mr. J was visibly moved, looking at his son with teary eyes,
01:09:25explaining that he would endure any hardship to avoid losing the son he had raised for the past 10 years.
01:09:30The following morning, Ju-Won eagerly got up early, waiting for her older brother's return.
01:09:37While her father busied himself with cooking, she went up to the rooftop, watching out for him.
01:09:42The moment she saw San-Ha, she ran to him, hugging him joyfully.
01:09:46Since they were out of eggs, she volunteered to go buy some, leaving her two brothers to talk privately on the rooftop.
01:09:53There, Hye-Joon shared his decision to go to the U.S. with his biological father,
01:09:58while San-Ha revealed his own plans to move to Seul with his mother.
01:10:02Shocked, San-Ha argued that they couldn't both leave.
01:10:06How would their father and younger sister manage without them?
01:10:09He deliberately provoked Hye-Joon, insinuating that he'd forgotten about his adoptive father the moment he met his wealthy biological dad.
01:10:17Furious, the two brothers quickly escalated into a heated fight.
01:10:21Ju-Won, who had witnessed everything, started to tear up.
01:10:25San-Ha, knowing the truth would come out eventually, decided to be honest and get it over with.
01:10:31But the shock was too much for Ju-Won, who struggled to process this sudden emotional blow.