Poor Girl Was Dumped By Her Boyfriend Just Because She Couldn't Give Up The Baby In Her Belly

John Lee

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00:00:00One morning after a night of drinking, a young woman named Jiang In rushed out of her house.

00:00:05She stumbled to a nearby pharmacy at the intersection. Feeling both awkward and embarrassed,

00:00:10she bought some hangover medicine and asked for a hair tie to pull her hair back.

00:00:15Time was tight, and she hurried to get ready for work. But the most embarrassing situation was

00:00:21that she had forgotten her wallet. Jiang In tried calling her friend, Yongju, several times,

00:00:26but it seemed she was still asleep. Left with no other choice, Jiang In confessed her predicament

00:00:32to the pharmacist, hoping for some understanding. The pharmacist was a young man with a gentle and

00:00:38refined appearance. Instead of making things difficult, he not only told her she could pay

00:00:43later but also dipped into his own pocket to cover the cost of the medicine. He even gave her extra

00:00:48money for a taxi. To show her sincerity, Jiang In asked for his phone number. Thanks to the name

00:00:54tag on his white polo shirt. She learned his name was Ji Ho. In the taxi, Yongju finally answered

00:01:01her phone and said she had found Jiang In's wallet. Yongju asked if she should bring it to the pharmacy

00:01:06to pay for her. Jiang In paused for a moment, then told her friend just to keep it safe and that she

00:01:12would go back and pay herself that evening. On the surface, it seemed like she didn't want to bother

00:01:17her friend, but in reality, she had a little scheme of her own. Ji Ho's kindness had stirred an unfamiliar

00:01:24feeling within Jiang In. She couldn't quite define it yet. After hanging up the phone, Jiang In mumbled

00:01:30a few numbers and, to her own surprise, accurately entered Ji Ho's phone number into her contacts

00:01:36without looking. Even she was amazed at how well she remembered it. During her lunch break, Jiang In told

00:01:42her co-worker about her encounter with Ji Ho that morning, saying it felt like fate. Her co-worker

00:01:48bluntly commented that it was probably because her current relationship was so boring that she was

00:01:53easily captivated by a chance encounter. Her co-worker was right. Jiang In was in a stable,

00:01:59long-term relationship with Gi Seok. But that stability felt more like boredom, a calm so stagnant that there

00:02:05wasn't a ripple in sight. Their relationship had reached the point of discussing marriage. However, when

00:02:11Gi Seok proposed, Jiang In had remained silent and avoided giving him an answer. That evening,

00:02:18on her way to Yong Ju's apartment to retrieve her wallet, Jiang In passed by the pharmacy.

00:02:23It was closed, the lights were off, and no one was there. Meanwhile, in the same building where Yong

00:02:29Ju lived, Ji Ho was hanging out with his friends. They were talking about a senior member of their

00:02:34amateur basketball team. He was a skilled player and the son of a director at a financial firm.

00:02:40His girlfriend was equally impressive, the daughter of a school principal. In short,

00:02:45he was the kind of person everyone admired. From this conversation, the topic shifted to Ji Ho's

00:02:51love life. His friends urged him to stop just running back and forth between the pharmacy and

00:02:56the basketball court and to take some time to find a suitable girlfriend. Even though Ji Ho's family

00:03:02situation was a bit complicated, it wasn't his fault. The complicated situation they referred to was the

00:03:08fact that Ji Ho had a child out of wedlock. That night, after his friends left, Ji Ho checked his

00:03:14phone and saw a message from Jiang In asking for his bank account information. Ji Ho hesitated for a

00:03:21long time but ultimately didn't reply. Later that night, Ji Ho left his apartment to visit his parents

00:03:27and see his son, Yoon Woo. At the same time, Ji Seok's parents were worried because the marriage talks

00:03:33between him and Jiang In hadn't progressed. They began putting pressure on Jiang In's father. So, Jiang In's

00:03:40father found an opportunity to call Jiang In and her older sister home for dinner. Her older sister was a

00:03:46famous television announcer. She had married what seemed like the ideal husband and currently managed a hospital.

00:03:53But no one knew that the couple was on the verge of divorce. During dinner, Jiang In's father demanded

00:03:59that she finalize her marriage with Gi Seok within the year. However, Jiang In vehemently protested.

00:04:05She used her older sister as an example, declaring that she didn't want to end up like her forced into

00:04:10a major life decision like marriage by her family. That night, heavy snow began to fall. Jiang In braved the

00:04:17blizzard and went to the pharmacy to repay the money she owed. She didn't forget to lightly scold Ji Ho for

00:04:23not giving her his bank account information. When Ji Ho saw Jiang In again, he looked genuinely happy.

00:04:30Unexpectedly, he suggested they have a meal together. The invitation was so sudden that Jiang In was caught

00:04:36off guard. Maintaining a playful air of aloofness, she declined, saying she didn't dine with people she

00:04:42wasn't close to. He smiled again, pointing out that she remembered his phone number, so how could they

00:04:48not be close? Jiang In stubbornly insisted it was simply due to her exceptional memory. Then, she turned

00:04:55and left the pharmacy. But three times, she glanced back. Inside, Ji Ho thought for a long moment.

00:05:02Finally, he decided to follow her. It was clear he felt something special for Jiang In too. Perhaps this time,

00:05:09he wanted to take the initiative. But unfortunately, they passed each other in a moment of missed

00:05:14connection, filled with regret. That night, Jiang In went to Yong Ju's apartment again. As they were

00:05:20receiving a food delivery, Jiang In was surprised to see Ji Ho walking up the stairs. Astonished, she asked

00:05:27him how he knew she was there, and suspiciously questioned whether he was following her. Ji Ho didn't

00:05:33say anything, just quietly continued up the stairs and unlocked his door. Ji Ho realized she had

00:05:39made an unreasonable fuss, but she couldn't help but be surprised by this fateful coincidence.

00:05:45She hadn't realized he lived directly above Yong Ju. Later, Jiang In asked Yong Ju about the man

00:05:51upstairs. Yong Ju jokingly remarked that becoming curious about someone was a dangerous sign and warned

00:05:57Jiang In not to do anything foolish, like cheating on her boyfriend. When Jiang In left, she sent Ji Ho an

00:06:04apologetic text message. This message rekindled Ji Ho's courage. He texted back, suggesting they meet at

00:06:11the pharmacy. During this meeting, they didn't deny the mutual attraction and openly shared their

00:06:16relationship statuses. Jiang In revealed she was about to get married, and Ji Ho disclosed that he had a

00:06:23child. Upon hearing this, Ji Ho expressed regret and apologized for misinterpreting his feelings. Ji Ho suggested they

00:06:31could be friends, but Ji Ho declined. He said he couldn't be friends with a woman who made his heart

00:06:36flutter. The next day, Jiang In's younger sister insisted on going out. The two sisters decided to

00:06:43visit their father's school. Coincidentally, an alumni basketball game was taking place that day,

00:06:49and Ji Ho was rumored to be one of the players. Jiang In spotted Ji Ho on the court. Seeing the woman he

00:06:55liked cheering from the sidelines boosted his confidence immensely. He made several impressive

00:07:00shots in a row. Even Jiang In's younger sister noticed Ji Ho, commenting on how attractive he was. Jiang In

00:07:08tried to appear indifferent, but her eyes couldn't stay away from him, constantly following his movements.

00:07:14After the game, the players had a small gathering. Jiang In and her sister joined them. During the meal,

00:07:20Gi Siok occasionally put his arm around Jiang In, wanting to display their affection in front of

00:07:25everyone. But Jiang In appeared uncomfortable and repeatedly brushed his arm away. After the meal,

00:07:32the group decided to go to karaoke. Jiang In and Ji Ho coincidentally chose the same song,

00:07:38prompting everyone to encourage them to sing a duet. However, before they could start singing,

00:07:43Ji Ho received a phone call and hurriedly left the karaoke room. Jiang In only sang a few lines before

00:07:50losing interest and quickly skipped the song. Later, she tried to discreetly ask his friends what had

00:07:56happened to Ji Ho. They only vaguely replied that there was a family emergency. By then, Ji Ho had

00:08:02rushed to the emergency room. Fortunately, Yoon Woo only had mild gastroenteritis. Ji Ho reassured his

00:08:09parents and told them to go home and rest, while he stayed to take care of his son.

00:08:14Ever since Ji Ho's abrupt departure, Jiang In's mood had plummeted. Even her younger sister noticed and

00:08:21wondered why she was suddenly upset. Jiang In didn't answer, just silently stared at her phone,

00:08:27hoping for a message from Ji Ho. But apart from messages from Gi Siok, she received nothing else.

00:08:33For the next few days, Ji Ho stayed by Yoon Woo's side, caring for him. Ji Ho's mother brought him food and

00:08:40took the opportunity to ask about his love life. She advised him that he was still young and shouldn't

00:08:46close himself off to relationships because of his child. If he found the right woman to marry,

00:08:51they could even help raise Yoon Woo together. Ji Ho just smiled faintly and said he hoped his fate

00:08:57would arrive soon. Busy caring for Yoon Woo, Ji Ho missed this week's basketball game. Gi Siok, curious,

00:09:05asked about Ji Ho's situation. Another former classmate explained that Ji Ho had a secret,

00:09:11he had a child. He recounted that while Ji Ho was in college, he had a girlfriend. After discovering she

00:09:17was pregnant, she didn't tell Ji Ho but quietly disappeared. She only reappeared close to her due date.

00:09:24They had planned to get married after the child was born. But after the baby arrived, the woman abruptly

00:09:29left without a word. Ji Ho was devastated, taking a break from school to search for her everywhere.

00:09:36He finally learned that she had left the country long ago. Ji Siok was stunned by the story, feeling

00:09:42sorry for Ji Ho. But his friend didn't see it that way, figuring Ji Ho simply had a child, and his life

00:09:48wasn't all that bad. Ji Siok disagreed. What woman would want to date a man with a young child? After a few

00:09:55days without hearing from Ji Ho, Ji Ho started to worry. After work on Sunday, she took a cab to Ji Ho's

00:10:02pharmacy. She lingered at the entrance, peering in, when Ji Ho unexpectedly appeared right behind her.

00:10:08They went to a cafe and sat down to talk. Ji Ho seemed reluctant to be seen with Ji Ho in public.

00:10:15He explained that, as a single father, any woman who chose him would be judged by others. Ji Ho's family

00:10:21didn't want Jiang In to be the subject of gossip. Ji Ho's almost humbling concern touched Jiang In's heart.

00:10:28She reiterated her offer to be friends, saying she didn't care about what others thought. Ji Ho

00:10:34considered it for a moment, then agreed. Meanwhile, Ji Siok's father continued to pressure Jiang In's father,

00:10:40urging them to finalize the marriage arrangements. Exasperated, Jiang In's father arranged a meeting with

00:10:46Ji Siok without telling her. Upon learning this, Jiang In became irritable. She knew the meeting

00:10:52would inevitably revolve around marriage. This time, Ji Siok was confused. He didn't understand

00:10:59Jiang In's aversion to marriage. Or was it simply that she didn't want to marry him? After posing this

00:11:05question, Ji Siok suggested they have an honest conversation. He postponed the meeting with Jiang In's

00:11:10father and went to her house after work. He wanted to know the real reason for her hesitation.

00:11:16But Jiang In couldn't articulate it. Finally, she asked Ji Siok to give her more time to think.

00:11:22Ji Siok's intuition told him Jiang In might be considering breaking up. But seeing her avoid the

00:11:28issue, he sighed and agreed to her request. He hoped that during this time, she wouldn't make a

00:11:33decision he'd regret. Especially since their marriage was highly anticipated by both families.

00:11:39Just as she entered this period of strained silence with Ji Siok, Jiang In received a text from Ji Ho.

00:11:45He planned to bring his son, Yun Woo, to the library where she worked to find some books about

00:11:50dinosaurs. Jiang In was immediately thrilled and prepared a dinosaur comic book. She even freshened

00:11:57up in the restroom, eagerly awaiting Ji Ho and his son. When she met Yun Woo, Jiang In playfully called

00:12:03his name and asked him to guess who she was. To her surprise, Yun Woo immediately replied,

00:12:09Mom. Yun Woo's answer embarrassed Ji Ho. He immediately pulled his son aside, scolding him.

00:12:17In contrast, Jiang In gently comforted Yun Woo, giving him the dinosaur comic she had prepared.

00:12:23After calming the boy down, Jiang In pulled Ji Ho aside. She believed Yun Woo's response wasn't wrong.

00:12:30Rather, Ji Ho's reaction was overblown. She advised him to apologize to his son.

00:12:35Ji Ho nodded in agreement. Jiang In's kindness and understanding, once again, left a deep impression

00:12:42on him. Soon after, Ji Ho took Jiang In's advice and sincerely apologized to his son.

00:12:48After leaving the library, Jiang In gave Yun Woo a lot of books, and Ji Ho sent her a thank you

00:12:54message. He expressed his gratitude for the books, and for her accepting his friendship.

00:12:59Reading the message, Jiang In couldn't suppress a happy smile. It felt like the flutter of a budding

00:13:05romance. That evening, Ji Siok stopped by Ji Ho's pharmacy. He wanted to buy some supplements to help

00:13:11Jiang In relieve stress. Knowing they were for Jiang In, Ji Ho deliberately lowered the price for Ji Siok.

00:13:18However, upon hearing Ji Siok mention his proposal to Jiang In, Ji Ho's mood immediately darkened.

00:13:26Late that night, he sat alone in a café, immersed in sadness. Perhaps he and Jiang In were truly not

00:13:32meant to be. As for Ji Siok, after bringing the supplements to Jiang In, he mentioned Ji Ho in

00:13:38their conversation. In Ji Siok's eyes, Ji Ho was a pitiful man a single father. He suggested that if Ji Ho

00:13:46wanted to find a partner, it would likely be someone divorced or in a similar situation.

00:13:51These words made Jiang In uncomfortable. To her, Ji Ho being a single father wasn't a flaw.

00:13:58He didn't deserve to be burdened by prejudice or pity. Ji Siok quickly noticed Jiang In's unusual

00:14:04attitude but didn't understand the reason. However, he knew a crack had formed in their relationship.

00:14:10After Ji Siok left, Jiang In called Ji Ho to thank him. She knew he had given Ji Siok a discount on the

00:14:17supplements because of her. This was their first phone conversation, and Jiang In's voice delighted

00:14:23Ji Ho. They laughed and talked like a couple in love. But when the call ended, Ji Ho felt empty.

00:14:30His friends advised him to quickly find a woman to build a family with, at least for his son's sake.

00:14:35Ji Ho replied that he didn't need a nanny to care for his son. He needed a woman who made his heart

00:14:41flutter. That woman had already appeared in Ji Ho's life. When his friends inquired who she was,

00:14:48Ji Ho just smiled vaguely, not answering directly. After the gathering, Ji Ho immediately called Jiang In.

00:14:56Upon receiving the call, Jiang In couldn't help but rush outside. They stood on opposite sides of the

00:15:02street, their eyes meeting. Jiang In asked Ji Ho why he called. He sincerely replied that he just

00:15:09wanted to hear her voice. Jiang In reminded him they were just friends, but Ji Ho quickly assured her

00:15:15he wouldn't cross the line. However, now Jiang In was the one hesitating. Because she wasn't sure what

00:15:22constituted crossing the line between them. As they moved closer, despite something holding them back,

00:15:28both were caught in conflicting thoughts. One, a woman about to be married. The other,

00:15:33a single father. Their circumstances both drew them together and prevented them from taking another

00:15:39step. That night, Jiang In drank herself into a stupor, then wallowed in sadness at home. Perhaps

00:15:46both were regretting, wondering, if they had met sooner, would things be different? That evening, Jiang In

00:15:52drove to pick up her fiancé, Gi Seok, from work. While chatting with colleagues, Gi Seok heard the

00:15:59recent rumors about Ji Ho. People were saying Ji Ho seemed to have a woman in his life, and everyone

00:16:05was curious about her identity. Jiang In listened silently, lacking the courage to admit that she was that

00:16:11woman. That night, Gi Seok prepared a romantic candlelit dinner with Jiang In. However, Jiang In appeared

00:16:19disinterested. Gi Seok brought up marriage again, but Jiang In became slightly annoyed.

00:16:25Gi Seok, sensing something amiss, asked if she had another man in her heart. Jiang In hesitated for a

00:16:31few seconds, then softly replied, No. However, her hesitant response made Gi Seok suspicious.

00:16:39He pressed further, and Jiang In, as if hiding something, still firmly insisted there was no one else.

00:16:45On the other side, Gi Ho's friends kept asking about the special woman he'd mentioned.

00:16:50He only told them she was amazing, and that he wanted to define their relationship before his

00:16:55feelings got too overwhelming. However, his friends easily noticed the preoccupation in his eyes.

00:17:01Clearly, he was deeply immersed in her gentle world.

00:17:05Sure enough, the next morning, Gi Ho went to the library where Jiang In worked. Among the bookshelves,

00:17:11he stole glances at the woman he adored, like a schoolboy with a secret crush. Jiang In noticed his

00:17:17gaze, but as she stepped out from the shelves to find him, she ran into Gi Seok. Jiang In seemed a

00:17:23little flustered by Gi Seok's sudden appearance. Meanwhile, Gi Ho was hidden behind a bookshelf,

00:17:29watching the scene unfold. After appeasing Gi Seok, Jiang In immediately called Gi Ho. However,

00:17:36he had already slipped away quietly, leaving no trace. Jiang In wanted to look for him, but he refused.

00:17:43He knew if she came to him then, they wouldn't be able to escape the deepening, irredeemable feelings

00:17:48between them. While driving Jiang In home, she spotted Gi Ho crossing the street. Gi Seok didn't

00:17:54notice, but Jiang In saw him clearly. Her attention was completely focused on Gi Ho. Seeing Jiang In with Gi Seok,

00:18:02Gi Ho could only offer a polite greeting before quickly turning away to avoid them.

00:18:07Jiang In asked Gi Seok if he would be okay with her meeting male friends alone. She emphasized the

00:18:13male part intentionally. Gi Seok didn't immediately grasp her meaning. He knew she had a strong

00:18:19personality and didn't like to be controlled, which he appreciated. When Gi Seok confessed his love for

00:18:25her, Jiang In remained silent. Arriving home, Jiang In invited Gi Seok in, but he asked if her younger

00:18:32sister was home. If she was, he wouldn't come up. Jiang In felt angry. Did Gi Seok only see her as a means

00:18:40to an end? Gi Seok was confused. His girlfriend had been getting angry for seemingly no reason lately.

00:18:47Had their relationship really deteriorated so much? Back at her apartment, Jiang In called her older

00:18:53sister, choking back tears as she asked if she could betray Gi Seok. Her sister sensed her turmoil and

00:18:59simply advised her to follow her heart. As her sister, she wanted her to be happy. Her colleagues

00:19:05noticed Jiang In was off lately. When asked, she simply said she felt confused, unsure whether to

00:19:12choose the risky path or the safe one. In reality, Jiang In was deceiving herself. When Ji Ho brought his son to

00:19:19the children's reading area of the library, Jiang In lingered nearby, seemingly waiting for him to

00:19:25appear. Every night, she couldn't help but walk past Ji Ho's pharmacy. Even before going home, she would

00:19:32pause to look at the light in his apartment. Ji Ho did the same. He often stood looking at Jiang In's

00:19:38window. The light had become the only way he could express his longing. Lately, Ji Ho frequently skipped

00:19:44lunch, staring blankly out the window. His colleagues realized he was grieving over a woman and advised

00:19:50him to at least lie for himself, not to wait until it was too late to have regrets. Ji Ho understood

00:19:57their words. But adult love wasn't that simple. One evening, Yong Ju came to the pharmacy to buy

00:20:03medicine. Ji Ho couldn't stop asking about Jiang In. He wanted to know how she was doing. Learning that

00:20:10Ji Ho had asked Yong Ju about her, Jiang In didn't know whether to be sad or happy. She also heard that

00:20:17Ji Ho often bought boxed meals from a convenience store. Subconsciously, she started going to the

00:20:22same store, as if that was the only way to feel closer to him. Meanwhile, Gi Seok's father was

00:20:28pressuring him. When he had initially approved of Gi Seok's relationship with Jiang In, he had hoped to

00:20:34leverage her family connections. Now that the relationship held no value, he demanded Gi Seok end it.

00:20:41However, for the first time, Gi Seok showed firmness. He said he wouldn't break up with Jiang In,

00:20:47but would marry her. Even so, marriage was a matter for both families. When Gi Seok's brother-in-law

00:20:53visited, he inquired about their wedding plans. He noticed Gi Seok's eagerness to marry,

00:20:59while Jiang In seemed less hurried. The brother-in-law suggested they brainstorm ways to help Gi Seok

00:21:05persuade Jiang In. Jiang In's father, overhearing this, immediately declared his intention to

00:21:10pressure her into agreeing. However, her older sister couldn't contain her anger. She felt their

00:21:16father had ruined her own marriage and was now trying to destroy her younger sister's happiness.

00:21:21Meanwhile, Jiang In tried to control herself, to not think about Ji Ho. She avoided him, but sometimes the

00:21:28more she tried to suppress her feelings, the less control she had. One evening, Jiang In discovered

00:21:34that the nutritional supplements she'd intended to give Ji Ho had been given away by her younger sister.

00:21:40This seemed like a good excuse to see him. She texted Ji Ho asking if his pharmacy was open.

00:21:46He was having dinner with friends when he saw her message. He hesitated for a moment before replying that

00:21:51it was. Almost simultaneously, Jiang In and Ji Ho rushed towards the pharmacy. Ji Ho, clearly anticipating

00:21:59her arrival, hurried back and stayed inside, having secretly hoped for this. Finally, Jiang In arrived,

00:22:06using the repurchase of supplements as a pretext to talk to him. At that moment, Gi Seok received a

00:22:12playful call from a friend, urging him to bring his future wife along. Gi Seok saw this as a chance to

00:22:18mend things with Jiang In, but as expected, she declined, claiming she was going to her sister's.

00:22:24She then refused his offer to drive her there. On the other end of the line, Gi Seok's disappointment

00:22:29was evident. Ji Ho then handed Jiang In a piece of paper, saying he'd drive her home if she agreed.

00:22:36However, a call from a technician interrupted the romantic moment. As she was about to leave,

00:22:41Ji Ho wanted to confess his feelings, but the noise from construction outside the pharmacy interrupted him.

00:22:48Despite this, they both understood each other's feelings. Jiang In got into Ji Ho's car, and he

00:22:53finally admitted his affection for her. Jiang In smiled with relief. She felt fortunate to have met him.

00:23:00Ji Ho didn't want what wasn't his, but hoped to steal visits with her. Hearing this, Jiang In protested,

00:23:06calling his request selfish. When he stole glances at her, she couldn't help but want to reciprocate.

00:23:12He asked her again if she would allow him to be selfish just once. Faced with this direct question,

00:23:19Jiang In once again avoided answering. Meanwhile, her parents worried about her marriage prospects.

00:23:25Her father wanted to push her to marry Gi Seok as soon as possible, while her mother cautiously

00:23:30probed her daughter's thoughts. During their conversation, Jiang In inadvertently revealed her

00:23:35uncertainty about marrying Gi Seok. Her mother sensed her daughter's hesitation and remarked that after

00:23:40so many years with Gi Seok, it wouldn't be easy to break things off. The next evening, Gi Seok took

00:23:47Jiang In to dinner. He brought up marriage again, but she became upset, and they ended up arguing.

00:23:53Perhaps to mask her own insecurities, Jiang In blamed his family's disapproval of her. They parted on bad

00:23:59terms. Though both tried to suppress their longing for each other, the suppression often backfired.

00:24:05Afterwards, Ji Ho couldn't stop thinking about Jiang In. Whenever someone came to the pharmacy for

00:24:11hangover remedies, he would drift off, remembering his first encounter with her there. After the

00:24:16argument, Jiang In finally decided to break up with Gi Seok. Yong Ju agreed with her decision, but warned

00:24:23that if Gi Seok discovered her emotional infidelity, especially with someone he knew, it would deeply wound his

00:24:29pride. Yong Ju cautioned that he would never let her go. She assumed Jiang In would go to Ji Ho after the

00:24:35breakup. But Jiang In shook her head. She lacked the confidence to be with him. Love was often like

00:24:41this, the more one tried to sever it, the more tangled it became. A friend casually mentioned Gi Seok

00:24:47and his long-term girlfriend, noting they'd been together for years, always talking about marriage,

00:24:52but never taking the plunge. Perhaps the length of the relationship made marriage itself more daunting.

00:24:58Hearing this, Ji Ho felt angry. He thought Gi Seok wasn't taking his girlfriend seriously.

00:25:04Jiang In's younger sister also heard the news and knew that Ji Ho had a girlfriend he deeply cared for.

00:25:11This was the first time Jiang In had seen Ji Ho so interested in a woman. Back home, her sister told

00:25:17Jiang In all about it, mentioning how Ji Ho hadn't shown much interest in women before. But this time,

00:25:23he had completely fallen head over heels. Jiang In didn't respond, not just because of Ji Ho,

00:25:29but because she herself was caught in the same web of emotions. Jiang In's older sister's husband

00:25:34recently planned to expand his hospital and had taken out a loan from the bank. The person in charge of

00:25:40handling his loan was Gi Seok. He had initially taken some loan-related documents and hinted at

00:25:46facilitating Jiang In's marriage. Upon hearing this, Gi Seok readily agreed and promised to expedite the

00:25:52loan process. Jiang In couldn't stop thinking about Ji Ho. She called him several times, but he didn't

00:25:59answer, still angry. Jiang In went directly to his door, wanting to know why he wasn't answering her

00:26:05calls. But when faced with Jiang In, Ji Ho reacted calmly, as if nothing had happened. This saddened Jiang In

00:26:12deeply. It wasn't that he didn't care, it was that he cared too much. But there was no future for them,

00:26:18and it would be better to pretend they never knew each other. However, as Ji Ho was about to continue,

00:26:24Jiang In suddenly started crying and covered his mouth. At that moment, all of Ji Ho's feigned

00:26:30indifference crumbled. Late that night, Ji Ho took Jiang In out for noodles. Though he didn't want to burden

00:26:36her, he couldn't resist the woman before him. After the noodles, they went for coffee,

00:26:41finally voicing their inner thoughts. Ji Ho desperately wanted to follow his heart,

00:26:46but knew that indulging himself would only deepen their entanglement and multiply their pain.

00:26:51He didn't want Jiang In to suffer because of him. He told her not to seek him out anymore.

00:26:56They would be just friends, occasionally sharing a meal, occasionally checking in. But Jiang In was

00:27:02never one to listen easily. Only when Ji Ho said he wasn't good enough for her did she fall silent.

00:27:08On the way back, they walked in silence. Ji Ho watched Jiang In's retreating figure,

00:27:13his heart heavy with sorrow. He believed their connection had ended there. But life is unpredictable.

00:27:20Jiang In saw Ji Ho at her front door, inviting him and his friend inside. Upon hearing the news,

00:27:26Jiang In rushed home to clean and eagerly awaited his arrival. When Ji Ho arrived, though they tried to

00:27:32act like near acquaintances, the sweet atmosphere between them was undeniable. It was Ji Ho's first

00:27:38time at Jiang In's house. The underlying tension was palpable. Just as the air grew thick with unspoken

00:27:44feelings, Gi Siok suddenly called Jiang In. Right in front of Ji Ho, Jiang In broke up with Gi Siok over

00:27:51the phone. Hearing this sudden breakup, Ji Ho was at a loss, quietly excusing himself. On the other end of the

00:27:58line, Ji Siok pressed for a reason. But Jiang In simply said there wasn't one and hung up. When she

00:28:04opened the door, she saw Ji Ho hadn't left. The woman he loved had just broken up with her boyfriend.

00:28:10While seemingly good news, it only deepened Ji Ho's confusion. Jiang In felt the same way. Compared to

00:28:16before the breakup, the situation now felt even more chaotic and uncertain. Unaware of anything, Jiang In

00:28:23asked Ji Ho about the woman he liked. He described her as someone very foolish. During their visit,

00:28:29Ji Ho's young son, Yun Woo, called. Jiang In told Ji Ho to take the call in her room. It was Ji Ho's

00:28:36first time in her room. As he spoke to his son, Jiang In quietly tidied the scattered clothes.

00:28:42Clever Yun Woo guessed his dad and the lady from the library were together and asked to speak with her.

00:28:48Jiang In's voice softened as she talked to Yun Woo, offering some comfort to Ji Ho as a

00:28:53father. The evening had begun with a subtle romantic tension. Unexpectedly, Ji Siok showed up,

00:29:00demanding to see Jiang In alone. Seemingly afraid Ji Siok would discover Ji Ho's presence,

00:29:06Jiang In opened the door when she heard the commotion outside. Unfortunately, she revealed Ji Ho's shoes,

00:29:12upsetting Ji Siok. Jiang In explained that the person inside was a guest, preventing Ji Siok from barging in.

00:29:19After Ji Siok left, Ji Ho and his friend also departed. That night proved to be a sleepless one

00:29:25for Jiang In, Ji Ho, and Ji Siok. Ji Ho's co-workers at the pharmacy noticed his change in demeanor.

00:29:32They remembered a cheerful, carefree, and easygoing Ji Ho. But since becoming a father,

00:29:37he had become quiet and pensive. His co-worker advised him that no one can live life strictly

00:29:43according to plan, but that shouldn't lead to pessimism. Ji Ho confided in his co-worker about

00:29:48a woman he deeply cared for, but recent events made him feel he couldn't continue down that path.

00:29:54He didn't want to hurt her. His co-worker countered that love isn't charity work. Bearing the burden alone

00:30:00is foolish and selfish. If possible, he urged Ji Ho to return to his former, carefree self.

00:30:07Meanwhile, Jiang In's mother began pressuring her to get married. Her father, a principal nearing

00:30:12retirement, and Ji Siok's father, an engineering director, were planning to secure a position for

00:30:18their in-laws within the corporation. Marrying Ji Siok was clearly a beneficial transaction. But Jiang In,

00:30:24with her strong personality, insisted she would never become a victim of a marriage like her sisters.

00:30:30Yong Ju, Jiang In's sister, warned her against letting Ji Siok discover her emotional infidelity,

00:30:36as it would make breaking up even more difficult. But sometimes, the more you try to hide something,

00:30:42the more likely it is to be discovered. That evening, Ji Ho, while meeting friends,

00:30:47unexpectedly ran into Ji Siok. Ji Siok recognized Ji Ho's shoes and grew suspicious.

00:30:53He used the excuse of sharing a meal to probe further. Throughout the dinner,

00:30:57Ji Siok kept staring at Ji Ho, finally unable to contain himself, and asking if Ji Ho had been at

00:31:03Jiang In's house that night. Ji Ho admitted it. From Ji Ho's answers and his reactions,

00:31:09Ji Siok deduced that Ji Ho was in love with his girlfriend. Ji Siok's displeasure became evident,

00:31:15and Ji Ho didn't back down. Sharp words were exchanged, creating a tense atmosphere. Soon,

00:31:22Jiang In's sister learned about the encounter, and immediately guessed the connection between

00:31:26Jiang In and Ji Ho. Jiang In didn't deny it. Her sister reminded her that Ji Siok and Ji Ho were

00:31:32now directly confronting each other, advising her to call Ji Siok to gauge the situation.

00:31:38Jiang In followed her advice and called Ji Siok, asking him to come over. When Ji Siok received the call,

00:31:45he deliberately acted happy in front of Ji Ho. However, as he was about to leave, Ji Ho suddenly

00:31:51fixed him with a hostile stare, and challenged him to call his girlfriend over a clear provocation.

00:31:56Fortunately, their friends intervened. Both men understood each other's intentions

00:32:01and avoided a physical altercation. Back home, Jiang In's sister retracted her earlier breakup advice,

00:32:07claiming it was all a misunderstanding, offering her support. Perhaps spurred by the appearance

00:32:12of a rival, Ji Siok became even more eager to marry and treated Jiang In with increased attentiveness

00:32:18and tenderness. Faced with this situation, Jiang In felt miserable, unsure how to face her boyfriend

00:32:24or Ji Ho. Worried about hurting Ji Ho, she called him. As always, Ji Ho feigned indifference, pretending to

00:32:31be unaffected. On the other hand, Ji Siok's father suddenly sought out his son and changed his demeanor,

00:32:38expressing his desire to meet his future daughter-in-law as soon as possible. His father's

00:32:43words put Ji Siok in a difficult position. He wanted to introduce Jiang In to his father,

00:32:48but their relationship was currently strained. The next day, after a basketball game, Ji Siok offered

00:32:55Ji Ho a ride. In the car, Ji Siok frankly told Ji Ho that even if his girlfriend betrayed him,

00:33:01he wouldn't let her go easily, as they had been together for many years. At that moment, Ji Ho's

00:33:07phone rang. Without hesitation, he answered the call right in front of Ji Siok. When Jiang In realized he

00:33:13was with Ji Siok, she tried to hang up, but Ji Ho stopped her, telling her not to disconnect. After

00:33:20ending the call, Ji Ho abruptly got out of the car and rushed towards Jiang In, who, unable to resist,

00:33:26ran towards him as well. They sat together on a park bench under the moonlight and talked.

00:33:32Ji Ho openly confessed his feelings. He was falling deeper in love with Jiang In,

00:33:37a woman who left him bewildered. However, he was also acutely aware that his presence was a burden to

00:33:43her. Finally, Ji Ho offered a solution. If, after a long time, Jiang In still loved him,

00:33:49he would wait for her, no matter how long it took. Late at night, Ji Ho dropped Jiang In off at her

00:33:55home. As he turned to leave, Jiang In suddenly ran after him. She promised to maintain her distance

00:34:01from Ji Ho from now on. But if it meant waiting a long time to be together, she hoped that he

00:34:06wouldn't fall for another woman in the meantime. This woman, she knew, had a hold on him. In the quiet

00:34:12night, Ji Ho embraced Jiang In for the first time. He promised to wait for her, no matter how long it took.

00:34:19On his way home, he took a picture of fallen cherry blossom petals and sent it to Jiang In.

00:34:25It was a testament to their shared waiting. Elsewhere, after playing basketball with his friends,

00:34:30Ji Ho went out to dinner with them. Among the group was In Ye, a close friend, who criticized

00:34:36Gi Seok for assuming Ji Ho only had a one-sided crush on his girlfriend. Unaware that she reciprocated

00:34:42Ji Ho's feelings, Gi Seok had pulled In Ye aside and told him to warn Ji Ho to stay away from his

00:34:48girlfriend. That evening, In Ye asked Ji Ho about the situation. Ji Ho openly admitted his relationship

00:34:55with Jiang In, telling his friends that they were in love. His friends expressed their concern, advising

00:35:01him to resolve the situation quickly, as Ji Ho had a child and Jiang In had a boyfriend. Ji Ho understood,

00:35:08but he had known about Jiang In's boyfriend from the beginning. If he could have given up,

00:35:13he would have done so long ago. Meanwhile, Jiang In also had dinner plans with her boyfriend,

00:35:18Gi Seok. Despite promising to make a fresh start, he was constantly preoccupied with parties

00:35:24and even canceled their date to attend a gathering, leaving Jiang In furious. She decided to seek

00:35:30solace in her best friend, Yong Ju. But as she arrived at Yong Ju's building, she ran into Ji Ho and two of

00:35:36his friends. Ji Ho's friends assumed she was there to see him, and they were right. Jiang In pulled

00:35:43Ji Ho away for a meal, returning to the same noodle restaurant they had visited before. This time,

00:35:48she ordered two large bowls of noodles. Although Ji Ho had already eaten, he watched her affectionately as

00:35:55she ate. Jiang In shared some of her noodles with him, and he didn't hesitate to eat from her chopsticks.

00:36:01Ji Ho's mother brought Yun Woo to the pharmacy to visit him. Worried that her son would

00:36:06never marry, she tentatively mentioned wanting to set him up with someone. Ji Ho confessed that he

00:36:11already had someone he liked, surprising and delighting his mother. She didn't press him for

00:36:16details, not wanting to burden him. From that night on, phone calls became a nightly ritual for Ji Ho

00:36:23and Jiang In. Jiang In promised him that she would come to him without causing either of them pain.

00:36:29Meanwhile, Ji Ho kept his hopes and anticipation close to his heart. They were determined to work

00:36:34towards a future together. To see Jiang In more often, Ji Ho started bringing Yun Woo to the library

00:36:41where she worked. There, they ran into Yong Ju, Jiang In's best friend. Having only met Yun Woo briefly

00:36:47before, Yong Ju had assumed he was Ji Ho's nephew, now realizing that he had never revealed to anyone that

00:36:54he was a single father. The next day, Jiang In and Ge Siok met at a cafe. Ge Siok expressed his feelings

00:37:01and his genuine desire to be with her. But Jiang In remained silent, simply listening. Afterwards,

00:37:07she told him that his father wanted to meet her. She agreed to the meeting, but insisted on going

00:37:12alone, without Ge Siok. The day of the meeting, Jiang In carefully applied her makeup and dressed

00:37:18thoughtfully. This was the first time she was meeting a boyfriend's parent after years of dating.

00:37:24At the same time, Ge Siok was carefully selecting a wedding ring.

00:37:28Gi Siok's father was curious to hear what his future daughter-in-law had to say,

00:37:32but was surprised when Jiang In declared that she wasn't going to marry Gi Siok. He was taken aback

00:37:38but didn't react outwardly. Jiang In explained that her decision was based on her own personal reasons.

00:37:44After meeting Gi Siok's father, Jiang In went to the library. There, she found Yun Woo crying because

00:37:50he couldn't find his dad. Gently, Jiang In hugged and comforted the little boy. Ji Ho arrived shortly

00:37:57after and, seeing this scene, felt a sense of relief. Yun Woo told his dad he wasn't scared

00:38:02because Jiang In was there. Ji Ho asked, Why do you like Jiang In? The boy replied that she was very kind.

00:38:10Then, Yun Woo asked his dad, Do you like Jiang In? Ji Ho couldn't deny it in front of his son.

00:38:16Elsewhere, although Gi Siok's father knew Jiang In had no intention of marrying his son,

00:38:21he kept silent when he saw him. He only warned his son that this woman wasn't someone he could easily

00:38:27control. However, his father's words only strengthened Gi Siok's resolve to pursue Jiang In. He held the

00:38:33engagement ring he had just bought, called Jiang In, and told her he was coming to the library.

00:38:39After hanging up, Jiang In immediately ran to Ji Ho and told him she was reading with Yun Woo. She said

00:38:45Ji Ho was coming, and they needed to leave through the back door. Her words angered Ji Ho.

00:38:51He was willing to sacrifice everything for Jiang In, but he couldn't allow Yun Woo to be a part of

00:38:56that sacrifice. It was unfair to his son. After his outburst, Ji Ho took Yun Woo and left. Before

00:39:03leaving, Yun Woo gave Jiang In a dinosaur sticker he had been playing with. Gi Siok then ran into

00:39:09Ji Ho at the library entrance. Realizing Ji Ho was also there to see Jiang In, his tone was laced with

00:39:16displeasure. However, Ji Ho didn't shy away from him. Fortunately, Yun Woo's presence kept the two

00:39:22rivals from escalating the situation. Gi Siok even feigned kindness by offering Yun Woo some money for

00:39:28snacks. Looking at the dinosaur sticker Yun Woo had given her, Jiang In felt a pang of sadness. She

00:39:35realized her words had hurt Ji Ho. Facing Gi Siok, Jiang In suddenly apologized and ran out of the library to

00:39:42find Ji Ho. He had already driven away. Seeing his girlfriend chase after another man, Gi Siok felt a

00:39:49deep ache in his heart. Jiang In, unable to find Ji Ho, walked back towards Gi Siok, but he coldly brushed

00:39:56past her. It was then that Jiang In realized she might lose both Ji Ho and Gi Siok. More than the guilt

00:40:02she felt towards Gi Siok, she was heartbroken over hurting Ji Ho. When questioned by Yong Ju, Jiang In finally

00:40:09confessed that Ji Ho was a single father. Yong Ju felt a headache coming on. A woman about to get

00:40:16married and a single father in many people's eyes, their relationship was unsuitable and unlikely to

00:40:21bring happiness. Back home, a dejected Ji Ho recounted the blind date his mother had arranged. Both his

00:40:28parents wanted him to settle down, but then he revealed that the woman he loved was single and

00:40:33childless. Upon hearing this, his mother immediately told him to give up. In her eyes, Ji Ho couldn't

00:40:40expect someone with no experience to understand and accept his situation. Moreover, who would want their

00:40:46daughter to marry a man with a child, condemning her to hardship? His mother's words made Ji Ho feel

00:40:51even more like giving up. As a father, he couldn't help but worry about his son, and his and Jiang In

00:40:57circumstances were vastly different. Perhaps they couldn't truly empathize with each other. Seeing

00:41:03Ji Ho constantly distracted, his co-worker offered advice again. According to his co-worker, the thing

00:41:09children hate to hear most is, Dad sacrificed everything for you. Would Yun Woo be happy when

00:41:15he grows up knowing his father gave up his true love just for him? The co-worker's advice left Ji Ho feeling

00:41:22conflicted. Adult love truly wasn't easy. Jiang In was anxious about receiving a call from Ji Ho,

00:41:29and equally anxious about not receiving one. Just then, Ji Ho called. They met again at the park.

00:41:36To Jiang In's surprise, Ji Ho didn't seem angry. He wasn't there to reproach her, but simply because

00:41:42he missed her. Yes, Ji Ho had resolved to stop overthinking and live for love. On a gentle and

00:41:49intoxicating spring evening, Ji Ho formally confessed his feelings to Jiang In for the first time.

00:41:55He truly loved her very much. She had also stuck the dinosaur sticker Ji Ho gave her onto her phone

00:42:01case. It was her way of offering him the greatest comfort. That night, the breeze was gentle and

00:42:07perfect. They walked side by side, their footsteps gradually falling into sync. Meanwhile, after discovering

00:42:14his girlfriend had feelings for someone else, Ji Seok couldn't stay calm and was constantly distracted.

00:42:20He stopped helping his brother-in-law with a loan he had promised. Finally, Gu obtained Ji Ho's address,

00:42:27wanting to confront his romantic rival. This time, Ji Ho didn't flinch but drove home. He told Jiang In on

00:42:34the phone that he would face Ji Seok head-on. When rivals meet, sparks fly. Ji Seok drove with Ji Ho to

00:42:41the park to talk. Ji Ho's friends were worried they might fight, but they were wrong. Ji Seok didn't

00:42:48push too hard. He just questioned Ji Ho about his relationship with Jiang In. Ji Ho honestly

00:42:54recounted the entire process of how they met and fell in love, expressing his determination not to let her

00:43:00go. However, Ji Seok wasn't giving up either. He said that Ji Ho would only make Jiang In unhappy,

00:43:07while he, on the other hand, would not. This statement only heightened attention. Ji Ho told

00:43:13Ji Seok that the reason he came to see him, besides expressing his commitment to Jiang In, was to demand

00:43:19fairness for himself. Ji Ho knew Ji Seok looked down on him for being a single father. He had even mocked

00:43:26him in public several times, claiming he didn't deserve a good woman. But this time, Ji Ho didn't hesitate to

00:43:32say he knew what everyone, including Ji Seok, thought of him, but he didn't care. Precisely because he was

00:43:39a single father, he had the courage to face the world. Ji Ho's attitude took Ji Seok completely by

00:43:45surprise. In the end, he couldn't retort and left abruptly. It was clear that this time, Ji Ho had won.

00:43:52After meeting Ji Ho, Ji Seok went to see Jiang In. Even though his girlfriend's betrayal was a fact,

00:43:58Ji Seok still tried to deceive himself, wanting to forget everything and start over with Jiang In.

00:44:04He declared he wouldn't let her go, even saying that Jiang In's feelings for Ji Ho were just pity.

00:44:10Therefore, he wouldn't let the woman he loved jump into the fire pit of a single father's life.

00:44:16After Ji Seok left, Jiang In called Ji Ho to ask about the outcome of the conversation. Perhaps having

00:44:22been through so much, Ji Ho on the other end of the line was very calm. He hoped Jiang In would sort out

00:44:28her relationship with Ji Seok and then slowly come to him. No matter how long it took, he would wait for

00:44:35her. After officially confirming his relationship with Jiang In, Ji Ho was always smiling, and all his

00:44:41worries seemed to disappear. What he looked forward to every day was meeting Jiang In after work.

00:44:47One evening while having coffee, Jiang In formally confessed her love to Ji Ho. Ji Ho, like a child,

00:44:54couldn't hold back his tears. At that moment, he realized he couldn't lose this woman. However,

00:45:00adult love is often tied to two families. Ji Ho expressed his determination to marry Jiang In to his

00:45:06father. But since their previous encounter, his father had begun to suspect their relationship.

00:45:12Jiang In informed her mother about the breakup. Her mother asked for the reason, and Jiang In only

00:45:18said that she liked another man, but didn't have the courage to tell her mother that the man she liked

00:45:23was a single father. Her mother understood and sympathized, but her father wasn't the same.

00:45:28He scolded his daughter loudly, asking what Ji Seok lacked that made him unworthy of her. Indeed,

00:45:35in terms of family background, Ji Seok's family was far superior to Jiang In's. But for Jiang In,

00:45:41she loved a warm-hearted man. This statement angered her father even more. He thought his

00:45:47daughter was lost in a fantasy love story. Jiang In had a very stubborn personality. Even if the

00:45:53whole world turned its back on her, she would resolutely stay with her true love. Ji Ho was equally

00:45:59resolute. He declared to his parents that he would marry the woman he loved. His mother couldn't accept

00:46:05his decision, thinking it was selfish of him, considering he already had a child and marriage

00:46:10wasn't a simple matter. Contrary to Jiang In's family, Ji Ho's supporter was his father. Ji Ho opened

00:46:17up his heart to him, sharing his deepest thoughts. He confessed the pain and struggles in this

00:46:22relationship, how he had considered giving up but ultimately couldn't. He realized that

00:46:27instead of hiding and being weak, he would face everything with strength. This time, he wouldn't back

00:46:33down. His father nodded slightly, pleased to see his son's decisive and strong return. He asked Ji Ho about

00:46:40the woman. Ji Ho replied that she was the first person to see him simply as a normal person and

00:46:45would be the last woman in his life. Late one night, Ji Ho texted Jiang In, and she quickly ran

00:46:52downstairs. Ji Ho was waiting for her. Seeing him, she didn't hesitate to hug him tightly. It was the first

00:46:58time they had embraced under the quiet sky. The lovers sat hand in hand on a park bench. Then they kissed,

00:47:05marking the beginning of a romantic love story. Late at night, they went to a restaurant, happily

00:47:11eating cake, talking, and laughing. Finally, they left hand in hand. However, this scene was clearly

00:47:17witnessed by Gi Seok. Facing him, neither Ji Ho nor Jiang In backed down. Gi Seok angrily questioned

00:47:25Jiang In why she treated his words like air. But in Jiang In's eyes, they had already broken up,

00:47:30and Gi Seok was just trying to cause trouble. Gi Seok again declared that Jiang In only felt pity for

00:47:36Ji Ho, not love. At that moment, Ji Ho lunged forward, ready to fight. But Gi Seok wasn't backing

00:47:43down either and yelled back. Fortunately, the restaurant staff intervened in time, preventing a

00:47:49brawl. After this incident, the bond between Jiang In and Ji Ho grew stronger. They both promised not to

00:47:56hold back anymore. Even if it meant sacrificing everything, they would face every challenge

00:48:01head on. That night, Ji Ho took Jiang In to the laundromat his parents owned. In that small,

00:48:07quiet space, the lovers talked about the past, the future, and about each other. They were determined to

00:48:13stay true to their hearts and be each other's unwavering support. After their conversation at the

00:48:18laundromat, they went back out onto the streets, holding hands and embracing as they strolled,

00:48:23enveloped in love. Meanwhile, tonight, Gi Seok was miserable again. He drank to forget his sorrow.

00:48:30He couldn't understand why he was inferior to Ji Ho, and why Jiang In would love a single father.

00:48:36After getting drunk, Gi Seok called his father, questioning why he hadn't told him about the

00:48:41content of their previous meeting. His father could smell the alcohol on his breath over the phone,

00:48:46but didn't tell his son that Jiang In didn't want to marry him, wanting to protect his son's pride.

00:48:51However, looking at his son, he realized that even though he was a grown man, he lacked Jiang In's

00:48:57maturity. Clearly, Gi Seok had no intention of giving up. The next day, Gi Seok asked Jiang In's older

00:49:04sister, Seo In, to meet and revealed that Jiang In's boyfriend was a single father. He hoped Seo In

00:49:11would help him eliminate his rival. Seo In was very worried and immediately called Jiang In home to

00:49:16inquire about the situation. Just then, Ji Ho arrived to see Jiang In. Seeing her anxiety,

00:49:23Ji Ho drove to pick her up and comforted her with a hug. Encouraged by Ji Ho, Jiang In became even more

00:49:30resolute. In front of Seo In, she frankly expressed her love for Ji Ho. Not only did she love Ji Ho,

00:49:37but she also loved his child. She was very fond of Yoon Woo and wanted to care for him like a mother.

00:49:42Seo In was moved by her sincerity. She revealed that when she was about to divorce her husband,

00:49:48she discovered she was pregnant. Although initially hesitant because of the baby,

00:49:53Jiang In's attitude towards Yoon Woo had given her strength in her decision to become a mother.

00:49:58After the conversation with Seo In, Jiang In took her sister to meet Ji Ho. This was also the first time

00:50:04Ji Ho met his girlfriend's family. Seo In entrusted Jiang In to Ji Ho, and the family support became a

00:50:11significant encouragement for the couple to move forward. The next day, Jiang In's mother asked

00:50:16her about the man she liked. Jiang In only revealed that he was a pharmacist. She didn't say anything

00:50:22more, knowing her parents wouldn't accept her loving a single father like Ji Ho. However,

00:50:28Gi Seok still wouldn't give up. After failing to persuade Seo In, Gi Seok contacted Jiang In's brother-in-law.

00:50:35He had initially supported Jiang In and Gi Seok's marriage, so this time,

00:50:39Gi Seok hoped to use his brother-in-law's loan as leverage to mend his relationship with Jiang In.

00:50:45But this time, Gi Seok miscalculated. Jiang In's brother-in-law was facing a divorce request from

00:50:51his wife. To keep his wife, he decided to change and no longer wanted to borrow money from the bank.

00:50:58The repeated failures left Gi Seok deeply discouraged. As the school principal, Jiang In's father

00:51:04felt deeply ashamed. Gi Seok's father had approached him, suspecting Jiang In was involved with another

00:51:10man besides Gi Seok. This surprised Jiang In's father. Though he denied it vehemently,

00:51:16a seed of doubt had been planted. He rushed to Jiang In's home immediately. That evening,

00:51:21Ji Ho arranged for Jiang In to meet a long-time pharmacist colleague who had always been supportive

00:51:27of him. Jiang In invited Yong Ju along as well. The two began to weave their lives together,

00:51:33understanding each other better. Through their conversation, they discovered charming quirks

00:51:37about one another like Ji Ho's habit of lending money to others. Whether small flaws or shining

00:51:43strengths, in the eyes of those in love, everything appeared beautiful. After meeting each other's

00:51:48friends, Ji Ho and Jiang In walked home hand in hand. This scene, however, was witnessed by Jiang In's father.

00:51:56Mustering her courage, Jiang In approached and introduced Ji Ho to her father. But her father's

00:52:01reaction to Ji Ho was icy. He seemed to dismiss him entirely. Sensing the inappropriate timing,

00:52:07Ji Ho decided to leave. Later that night, Jiang In's father persisted in urging her to open her door.

00:52:14After he sat down, Jiang In suddenly ran out, determined to find Ji Ho. She had promised herself

00:52:20that she wouldn't let him suffer any further hurt. However, when she arrived at his place,

00:52:25he was gone. Returning home, she faced her father's wrath. He demanded she end what he

00:52:31considered an unsuitable relationship. But Jiang In wasn't easily swayed. She insisted that she

00:52:37and Ji Ho were simply in a normal relationship, questioning why they should care about others'

00:52:42opinions. Seeing his daughter's resolve, her father softened slightly, attempting to persuade her to

00:52:48stay with Gi Siok. His motives weren't her happiness, but his own gain. If Jiang In married Gi Siok,

00:52:54he'd have a chance to join Gi Siok's father's company. He clearly underestimated his daughter's

00:52:59determination. Seeing his daughter's refusal to obey, he left angrily. After her father's departure,

00:53:06Jiang In went to Ji Ho's place but didn't find him. Unexpectedly, he was at his parents' house.

00:53:12Jiang In was about to leave when Ji Ho gave her his gate code and told her to go inside.

00:53:18Hesitating briefly, she entered the code and stepped into his home. The moment she did,

00:53:23she knew they couldn't be apart. Meanwhile, Ji Ho was rushing home. When he received Jiang In's text

00:53:29asking if she could cook him ramen, he felt immense happiness. Upon his arrival, they embraced tightly,

00:53:35sharing a passionate kiss. Reading passages of love poetry together, they realized they had fallen

00:53:41completely in love. From that day forward, a romantic routine began. Ji Ho would specifically

00:53:48take Jiang In to the park before work. They'd have breakfast together in the sunshine. He'd capture

00:53:53photos of her beautiful face. In the evenings, they'd video call even Yun Woo would join. Perhaps

00:53:59some things are truly destined. Jiang In grew increasingly fond of Ji Ho and more loving towards Yun Woo.

00:54:06In contrast to their blossoming love and genuine connection, Gi Seok fared poorly. Despite the

00:54:12deteriorated state of his relationship with Jiang In, he maintained a facade of normalcy in public,

00:54:18bearing his sorrow privately. Even though Gi Seok's father had overheard Jiang In say

00:54:23she wouldn't marry his son, he believed nothing was final until it was over. Because his son was still

00:54:29meeting with Jiang In's father to facilitate the marriage, Jiang In's father lied, claiming his

00:54:34daughter's relationship with another man was just a rumor. This allayed Gi Seok's father's suspicions.

00:54:40The two fathers even began planning the wedding date, urging Gi Seok to choose a day quickly.

00:54:46However, a sense of unease lingered within Gi Seok. He didn't tell his father that Jiang In had fallen

00:54:52in love with someone else. But for Jiang In, the ideal person to marry was only Ji Ho. Though still in the

00:54:59early stages of their relationship, they were already preparing for a future marriage.

00:55:03Yong Ju reminded Jiang In that Ji Ho was a single father. This meant that if Jiang In married him

00:55:09immediately, she would become a mother and to a child not her own. The pressure and responsibility

00:55:15were immense. Jiang In understood all of this and had considered it deeply. She was ready to accept

00:55:21everything that lay ahead. However, the obstacles facing the couple remained significant. Determined

00:55:27to marry off his daughter to Gi Seok quickly, Jiang In's father arranged a meeting with him. He feigned

00:55:33ignorance of his daughter's change of heart. Gi Seok, in turn, lied, claiming the relationship

00:55:39with the other man was a misunderstanding. Jiang In's father suggested Gi Seok choose a wedding date.

00:55:45However, Gi Seok deflected, suggesting Jiang In's father should choose,

00:55:49hoping to use him to mend the fractured relationship. Learning of the meeting,

00:55:54Ji Ho felt uneasy. Yong Ju reminded Jiang In that Gi Seok wouldn't give up easily,

00:55:59and neither would their fathers. Jiang In warned Ji Ho about her father's difficult

00:56:04and stubborn personality. After calming down, Ji Ho decided to proactively meet with Gi Seok,

00:56:10anticipating that Gi Seok might tell Jiang In's father about his status as a single dad.

00:56:15He didn't want Jiang In to be embarrassed. It was his story to tell, if it needed telling.

00:56:21Ji Ho's attitude reassured Jiang In. They resolved to face any challenge together.

00:56:26That afternoon, Ji Ho left work early to meet Gi Seok. Meanwhile, Jiang In went to see Gi Seok's

00:56:33father again. Unbeknownst to her, he had been secretly investigating her, even hiring someone to take

00:56:39photos of her and Ji Ho together, including a picture of Ji Ho holding his child. Ji Seok's father

00:56:45knew the truth. Jiang In's sole purpose in meeting him was to hope he'd oppose the marriage. She explicitly

00:56:51stated her relationship with Ji Seok was beyond repair. However, to Jiang In's surprise, Ji Seok's

00:56:58father reacted unexpectedly. In his view, feelings of love were fickle and could change at any time.

00:57:05Jiang In realized he still wanted her and his son to be together, leaving her deeply disappointed.

00:57:11Meanwhile, Jiang In's father was delighted with Gi Seok, even referring to him as his future son-in-law.

00:57:17Jiang In knew her relationship with Ji Ho would face many trials. One morning, Ji Ho called Jiang In.

00:57:24From her responses, he guessed what had transpired but reassured her that it was alright. He was

00:57:29prepared for these difficulties. He also expressed his desire to bring her home to meet his parents,

00:57:35a testament to his love for her. Since Yong Ju lived directly below Ji Ho, Jiang In often used visiting

00:57:42her as an excuse to see him. This day was no different. Unexpectedly, at Yong Ju's door,

00:57:48she encountered Ji Ho's mother bringing over her grandson. Ji Ho's mother inadvertently called her

00:57:54Jiang In and guessed she was the woman her son was fond of. While not entirely thrilled about her son

00:57:59dating a single mother, she was open-minded, and her first impression of Jiang In was positive.

00:58:05This delighted Ji Ho. Seeing her son and Jiang In walk away hand in hand, his mother gradually warmed to

00:58:11Jiang In. However, not all love stories reach a happy ending quickly. Gi Seok called Jiang In and asked to

00:58:19meet. Upon arrival, she discovered the location was where they first met. At this sentimental spot,

00:58:25Gi Seok gently offered her a wedding ring, hoping she'd reconsider and give him another chance,

00:58:30referencing their shared past. Four years of love weren't easily discarded. Jiang In wanted to

00:58:36return the ring, but Gi Seok didn't extend his hand to take it. Feeling her resolve weaken,

00:58:42she didn't resist his embrace. Ji Ho misunderstood the significance of her accepting the ring, suspecting

00:58:48she hadn't let go of Gi Seok. In truth, Jiang In felt guilty. As Gi Seok had said,

00:58:54they shared four years of history, and she had been the one to betray him. She found it difficult to

00:58:59be cruel to him. News of Gi Seok's proposal quickly reached Ji Ho. He couldn't focus all day. Finally,

00:59:07he called Gi Seok. Gi Seok agreed to meet, both knowing it was a declaration of war. At the meeting,

00:59:13Ji Ho frankly told Gi Seok he was going public with his relationship with Jiang In. Gi Seok, however,

00:59:20remained unconcerned, scoffing. He believed Jiang In's family would never accept a single father.

00:59:26Ji Ho saw through Gi Seok's thinking and urged him to stop the pointless game. For him,

00:59:31the crucial factor wasn't Jiang In's family's acceptance, but Jiang In's, and that was enough.

00:59:37Jiang In heard from friends that Ji Ho had met with Gi Seok. They also told her that Ji Ho was a

00:59:43responsible man, worthy of her trust. Jiang In went to Yong Ju's house to wait for Ji Ho to return.

00:59:50She still hadn't figured out how to explain to Ji Ho about accepting Gi Seok's wedding ring.

00:59:55Without giving it much thought, Jiang In hurried upstairs, rang Ji Ho's doorbell.

01:00:01Ji Ho was showering and told her to wait, but impatient, Jiang In entered the code and went straight

01:00:06inside, hiding in a corner and surprising him with a hug. Jiang In explained that she accepted the ring out of

01:00:13guilt towards Gi Seok. She admitted to being selfish in the past, but since being with Ji Ho,

01:00:18she'd learned to be more understanding. Although she felt bad for Gi Seok,

01:00:23she couldn't refuse the ring when faced with him. Ji Ho wasn't angry. On the contrary,

01:00:28her explanation made him love her even more. They spent the night at Ji Ho's, lost in each other's

01:00:34company. However, Gi Seok had no intention of giving up. He even planned to meet with Jiang In's

01:00:40close friend, Yong Ju. Yong Ju told Jiang In about this and explained Gi Seok's mindset.

01:00:46She realized he wasn't bothering Jiang In out of love, but out of resentment at having what he

01:00:51considered his, taken by someone he deemed inferior. Yong Ju worried that if Gi Seok continued,

01:00:57their relationship would become public and face opposition. Indeed, Gi Seok's actions were suffocating

01:01:04Jiang In, especially when he started using her family to pressure her. She told him point blank that

01:01:09Yong Ju wouldn't see him again, and that she was determined to go public with her relationship

01:01:14with Ji Ho. Gi Seok still wouldn't give up, promising to drop everything if she returned to him.

01:01:20After the call, he rushed to find her, but she wasn't home. He figured she might be at Ji Ho's,

01:01:26so he called him. Meanwhile, Ji Ho and Jiang In were happily doing chores at his place,

01:01:31ignoring Gi Seok's call. Ever since Jiang In told her mother she had a boyfriend,

01:01:36her mother had been trying to find out about him. Both Seo In and Jiang In knew that Ji Ho was a

01:01:42single father, but to protect Jiang In, they hadn't told their mother the whole truth,

01:01:47only warning her to be prepared. Seeing her daughter's evasiveness, their mother guessed

01:01:51part of the truth and assumed the man must have some flaw. One day, Jiang In's mother visited

01:01:57the library again to ask about him. Jiang In hesitated but finally told her the truth.

01:02:03Her mother couldn't immediately accept it. Seeing her mother's hesitant expression,

01:02:07Jiang In burst into tears, confessing her love for Ji Ho. She insisted he was a good

01:02:13man and hoped her mother would meet him. Her mother realized Ji Young In intended to marry him.

01:02:18Though worried, her eyes couldn't hide her disappointment. Missing Ji Young In,

01:02:22Ji Ho left work early and went to the library to find her. He found her crying alone in the screening

01:02:28room. Ji Ho's sudden appearance made Jiang In quickly wipe away her tears. He promised her he

01:02:34wouldn't let her cry again. In the screening room, they held hands and kissed, lost in each other.

01:02:40Leaving the library, Ji Ho noticed Gi Seok following them. Arriving at her door,

01:02:45he made an excuse to send Jiang In inside before confronting Gi Seok. Despite seeing Jiang In living with

01:02:52Ji Ho, Gi Seok remained in denial. Ji Ho understood Gi Seok was trying to protect his fragile

01:02:58ego. When Gi Seok arrived, Jiang In rushed downstairs to face him. No matter how much Gi Seok tormented

01:03:05her, she would endure it, seeing it as the price for hurting him. But she absolutely wouldn't allow

01:03:10him to hurt Ji Ho. Gi Seok was stubborn. He knew Jiang In wasn't easily swayed, but that made it harder

01:03:17to accept defeat by a man he considered inferior in every way. It was a matter of pride. Returning home,

01:03:24Gi Seok begged his father to offer Jiang In's father a good job within their corporation, hoping to

01:03:29pressure her into marrying him. While Gi Seok continued his schemes, Jiang In and Ji Ho's love

01:03:35deepened. One day, they took Yun Woo out together, looking like a real family of three. Jiang In took a

01:03:42photo of them, suggesting Ji Ho replace the picture on his nightstand with it. Ji Ho understood this meant

01:03:48she wanted to be his wife, Yun Woo's mother. He agreed, but worried about the hurt she might face.

01:03:54Seeing his concern, Jiang In sought Yun Woo's help. Yun Woo adored Jiang In and readily accepted her as a

01:04:01mother. Yun Woo's sweetness broke down Ji Ho's last defenses. In a flower-filled garden, Ji Ho and

01:04:08Jiang In embraced tightly. However, Ji Ho's parents worried about Jiang In becoming his wife. They questioned

01:04:15whether she would be good to their grandson and feared Ji Ho would suffer another heartbreak like

01:04:20his first love. Jiang In's family also faced turmoil. Her mother remained hesitant about her

01:04:25daughter being with a single father. Jiang In's two older sisters urged their mother to meet Ji Ho.

01:04:31Emphasizing this affected Jiang In's lifelong happiness. Meanwhile, Gi Seok anonymously sent photos

01:04:37of Jiang In and Ji Ho together to Jiang In's father, who furiously demanded her return. Her mother

01:04:44secretly called, advising her to run away with Ji Ho. Upon receiving this call, Jiang In decided to

01:04:50confront her father alone. As expected, he angrily berated her upon her arrival. However, Jiang In remained

01:04:57firm, declaring her intention to marry Ji Ho. This further enraged her father. Seeing her resolve,

01:05:04he reluctantly compromised, saying she didn't have to marry Ji Seok and he wouldn't interfere with her

01:05:09career choices regarding Ji Seok's company. But he forbade her from being with a single father.

01:05:15The conversation ended tensely, and Jiang In left, heartbroken. Ji Ho was waiting for her downstairs.

01:05:22Leaning on Ji Ho's shoulder, Jiang In confided that she hadn't been afraid during the confrontation,

01:05:27feeling empowered by him. However, their family's disapproval remained their biggest burden. Ji Ho shared his

01:05:34worries with his colleagues at the pharmacy. He truly wanted to marry Jiang In but feared

01:05:39alienating her from her family. A colleague advised him that instead of enduring for each other,

01:05:44they should strive together. Enlightened, Ji Ho called Jiang In, promising she wouldn't face things

01:05:50alone anymore. Suspecting Ji Seok's father orchestrated the photos, Jiang In decided to confront him.

01:05:57Demanding Ji Seok's presence, she asked for the film to be returned, wanting no further connection with

01:06:03Ji Seok. He still hadn't given up, hoping she would return. This time, Jiang In returned the ring,

01:06:09a definitive symbol of severing their relationship. On her way home, Jiang In bumped into Ji Ho,

01:06:15who was about to hail a cab. They exchanged glances at the intersection and embraced on the corner,

01:06:21utterly happy. Unbeknownst to them, Ji Seok persisted. He retrieved the photos and, with his pride shattered,

01:06:28confronted Jiang In. Resorting to any means, he offered to secure a prestigious position for her

01:06:33father in his company, if she returned to him, urging her to consider how to restore peace between

01:06:39their families. Jiang In's new family was Ji Seok's final card, but it held no power over her. She

01:06:46refused to yield. Despite her unwavering stance, the issue remained unresolved, causing both families'

01:06:52continued distress. Jiang In's mother worried incessantly, visiting the library and lurking

01:06:57outside the pharmacy, hoping to see her. When Jiang In texted an apology, then cried,

01:07:03it was clear her choice, though driven by love, was causing her mother pain. Meanwhile, Ji Ho's mother

01:07:09worried about her son. She visited his colleague at the pharmacy, inquiring about Jiang In. She feared

01:07:15Yun Woo's mother, Ji Ho's ex, might resurface, demanding custody or making unreasonable requests.

01:07:22Potentially ruining his life. She also understood marriage involved two families,

01:07:27worrying whether Jiang In's family would accept her son, and Yun Woo. She resolved to raise Yun Woo

01:07:32herself if Jiang In's family didn't accept him, sparing her son and future daughter-in-law further

01:07:38trouble. Ji Ho's colleague reassured her, saying although she didn't know Jiang In personally,

01:07:43she sensed she was a strong and courageous woman based on Ji Ho's accounts. She believed they

01:07:49would overcome their difficulties. Unbeknownst to Ji Ho's mother, Jiang In's mother overheard their

01:07:54conversation at the cafe. After their conversation ended, Jiang In's mother purposely followed Ji Ho's

01:08:00mother to the bus stop and saw her secretly wiping away tears. Jiang In's mother understood that at this

01:08:06moment, both women surely shared the same feelings. She approached, introduced herself, and although the two

01:08:12were strangers, perhaps because of their shared emotions, they looked at each other, tears welling up,

01:08:17then smiled. Jiang In's mother even took Ji Ho's mother's hand in comfort. Ji Ho's co-worker told him

01:08:24about his mother's encounter with Ji Ho's mother and how she expressed her worries about his ex-girlfriend.

01:08:30Ji Ho could imagine how anxious and uneasy his mother must be, but he was even more worried than she was.

01:08:36Over the years, although unspoken, he had always feared his ex-girlfriend would return and try to

01:08:41take Yun Woo. That pressure and insecurity suddenly erupted that night, leading Ji Ho to drink heavily.

01:08:48Hearing Ji Ho return, Jiang In rushed to his house. Ji Ho had placed a photo of the three of them on his

01:08:55nightstand. Upon seeing Jiang In, Ji Ho asked if she would also abandon him and Yun Woo one day. He also

01:09:02asked if he could trust her, if he could believe she wouldn't change her mind. Though she knew these

01:09:07were just drunken words, Jiang In still felt a pang of sadness. Did Ji Ho truly not trust her?

01:09:14Jiang In's friend tried to explain that Ji Ho only said those things because he was worried about his

01:09:19ex-girlfriend, but this only hurt Jiang In more. That night, Jiang In angrily left, wondering what she

01:09:25truly meant to Ji Ho. Arriving home, she found Gi Seok waiting outside, also drunk. He pleaded for

01:09:32another chance. Jiang In asked him if he could still trust her even though she had betrayed him once.

01:09:38Gi Seok's answer was yes. Two men, one who didn't trust her, and one who did, left Jiang In feeling

01:09:44confused and conflicted. The next morning, Ji Ho woke up having forgotten everything he said to Jiang In.

01:09:51It wasn't until his friends reminded him that he realized he'd hurt her. Because of his words,

01:09:56Jiang In was distracted all day. She even wondered if Ji Ho hadn't forgotten his first love. Finally,

01:10:03she received a call from him. They agreed to meet at a cafe. Before leaving, Ji Ho, as usual,

01:10:09asked his co-worker at the pharmacy for advice. His co-worker advised him not to avoid the issue and not

01:10:16to expect Jiang In to understand his past by taking his side, but that they needed to face it together.

01:10:22When he met Jiang In, Ji Ho frankly admitted he didn't deserve any justification. However,

01:10:28he insisted he had never truly distrusted her. Jiang In expressed her true feelings. Ji Ho's actions

01:10:34the previous night made her feel like he hadn't moved on from his first love and that she was just a

01:10:39foolish placeholder. Ji Ho confessed he still felt insecure and afraid. That drunken night was when

01:10:46all his insecurities had come pouring out. He couldn't explain further, simply saying,

01:10:51don't leave me. Jiang In understood his insecurities to some extent, but because she

01:10:56loved Ji Ho so much, she couldn't pretend to be unconcerned or carefree. From that night on,

01:11:02their relationship became strained. Ji Ho rushed home but later drove back to Ji Ho's place.

01:11:08He rang the doorbell for a long time, but she didn't open the door. Just then, his son called,

01:11:14urging him to come home quickly. He hesitated before turning to leave. He had no choice. He was,

01:11:20after all, a father, and this was important. Jiang In's mother came to offer her support. Although she

01:11:26didn't fully understand Ji Ho, after meeting his mother, she could make a preliminary judgment about him.

01:11:32And what mattered most to her was her daughter's happiness. Hearing her mother's encouragement and

01:11:37support, Jiang In couldn't hold back her tears. She felt lost. Unsure if she and Ji Ho could continue

01:11:44together. Compared to Ji Ho's frustration, Gi Seok recently felt a sense of triumph. Believing he was

01:11:50closer to his goal. He thought Jiang In might return to him. He even mocked Ji Ho in front of his friends.

01:11:57They immediately contacted Ji Ho, suspecting Jiang In might have gone back to Gi Seok.

01:12:02This made Ji Ho instantly anxious. He called Gi Seok and arranged a meeting. No matter what,

01:12:08he couldn't bear the pain of losing Jiang In. Facing Gi Seok, Ji Ho, as Jiang In's current boyfriend,

01:12:15demanded he stay away from her. Otherwise, he wouldn't be polite. Furthermore, even if he and Jiang In

01:12:21didn't end up together, she would absolutely never go back to Gi Seok. Gi Seok knew this, but he remained

01:12:28determined. He didn't really care about reconciling with Jiang In. He wanted to win against Ji Ho.

01:12:34Of course, if Jiang In returned to him, it would be the ultimate prize. Why not?

01:12:39Gi Seok also reminded Ji Ho that his mundane romantic gestures couldn't make Jiang In love him.

01:12:45At this point, Ji Ho finally saw Gi Seok's true colors. He wouldn't back down. Previously, Gi Seok's

01:12:52father had taken pictures of Yoon Woo, and Ji Ho had used this as leverage. If Gi Seok didn't give

01:12:58up on Jiang In, he would sue him, even resorting to any means necessary to fight to the end.

01:13:04But Ji Ho still underestimated Gi Seok. After his meeting with Ji Ho, Gi Seok immediately arranged

01:13:10for his father to meet with Jiang In's father. He planned to have his father help Jiang In's father

01:13:16secure a good position within the conglomerate, hoping to push both families towards quickly

01:13:21deciding on the marriage between Jiang In and himself. The old saying, the human heart is

01:13:26unpredictable held true, as Jiang In and Ji Ho were constantly thinking of each other. Having not

01:13:32received a call from Ji Ho, Jiang In decided to go to the pharmacy to find him. She said she needed

01:13:38medicine, the kind you take when you feel sad. Ji Ho didn't reply verbally, but instead responded with a

01:13:45deep, passionate kiss. This affectionate gesture helped the couple unravel all the knots in their

01:13:50hearts. That night, Ji Ho wrote a pledge promising to give up alcohol. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able

01:13:57to marry Jiang In. This romantic commitment became the start of their sweet life together. Jiang In's

01:14:03mother decided to meet Ji Ho, and Ji Ho decided to bring Yoon Woo along. Ji Ho's parents were a little

01:14:09worried about this. They wondered what kind of man Jiang In's mother expected, and if bringing his son

01:14:14along was too abrupt. But Ji Ho was resolute. Only with Yoon Woo present could his future mother-in-law

01:14:21see his whole self. This mature and courageous decision reassured his parents. The next day, Jiang In's

01:14:27mother and two sisters arrived. Although surprised that Ji Ho brought his son, Jiang In's mother wasn't

01:14:33offended. In fact, she was touched. As a parent herself, she understood Jiang In's love for her

01:14:39child. She was willing to entrust her daughter to such a responsible man. Seo In, recently divorced,

01:14:46even asked Ji Ho for advice on single parenting. The whole family welcomed him warmly. Meanwhile,

01:14:53Jiang In's father's attitude had shifted after his previous argument with his daughter. Ji Siok had arranged

01:14:59for his father and Jiang In's father to have a meal together, intending for his father to help Jiang In's

01:15:04father find a good position in the conglomerate. However, now concerned for his daughter's happiness,

01:15:10Jiang In's father no longer cared about career advancement. He even declared he would let things

01:15:15develop naturally. After drinking, the two fathers argued over their children, even getting into a

01:15:21physical altercation. Unable to persuade Jiang In's father, Ji Siok went to Jiang In's mother. He viciously

01:15:28criticized Ji Ho in front of her, even claiming Ji Ho was of poor character for using the secretly taken

01:15:34photos as leverage before. Ji Siok accused Ji Ho of trying to deceive Jiang In's family and insisted he

01:15:41wanted Jiang In back purely for his own benefit. However, Jiang In's mother saw through his manipulations

01:15:47and disregarded his provocations. At this point, Ji Siok realized he had completely failed. He felt dejected and

01:15:54began blaming his father for not helping him. Nevertheless, he declared he would still marry

01:15:59Jiang In, not out of love, but to protect his pride and his family's reputation. With such a stubborn son,

01:16:06Ji Siok's father didn't know what to say until he heard the news of Jiang In and Ji Ho's impending

01:16:12marriage. Ji Siok reluctantly admitted defeat. In a last-ditch effort to help his son, Ji Siok's father

01:16:19offered the position of vice chairman of the conglomerate to Jiang In's father. Unexpectedly,

01:16:24he declined. Finally, father and daughter had a heart-to-heart. Jiang In understood her father's

01:16:30opposition stemmed from concern for her. But she promised to reassure him that she would be happy.

01:16:35With his daughter's promise, Jiang In's father finally let go of his stubbornness and decided to

01:16:40support her after all. Ji Siok finally understood and sent a final apologetic text message to Jiang In.

01:16:47All obstacles had vanished thanks to Jiang In and Ji Ho's courage and perseverance.

01:16:53From then on, only happiness remained. That night, Ji Ho's two close friends came over for drinks.

01:16:59He had fully intended to keep his promise to Jiang In, but he couldn't refuse his friends urging.

01:17:05He drank. Beforehand, he even called Jiang In and lied, telling her his friends had left,

01:17:10and he was about to go to bed. The next morning, Ji Ho, hungover,

01:17:15was caught red-handed by Jiang In with his two friends. Seeing the scene, Jiang In immediately

01:17:20tore up the written pledge Ji Ho had made. She pretended to run out, but Ji Ho grabbed her,

01:17:26kneeling down to apologize. Actually, Jiang In wasn't angry. She just wanted Ji Ho to be honest with her.

01:17:34Whether he drank or not wasn't really a big deal. Seeing Ji Ho acting like a spoiled child,

01:17:39Jiang In felt both exasperated and amused. Before, because of his child, Ji Ho's habits always made

01:17:46him tense, as if one mistake would make his world collapse. But since meeting Jiang In,

01:17:51he'd started showing anger, acting childishly, and even now, revealing a naive, childlike side.

01:17:57Perhaps that was the power of love. Not long after, Jiang In met Ji Ho's parents. In front of her

01:18:04future in-laws, Jiang In earnestly promised that she and Ji Ho would live happily, understanding each

01:18:10other, and that she would love Yoon Woo wholeheartedly. Ji Ho's parents had already been fond of Jiang In,

01:18:16and now they were even happier to accept her as their daughter-in-law. Under Jiang In's supervision,

01:18:22Ji Ho rewrote his pledge, changing, no drinking to, no lying to Jiang In. Jiang In also wrote a pledge,

01:18:29promising to marry Ji Ho. If she didn't, she would become a ghost woman.

01:18:34That night, in the warm spring air, Jiang In returned to the pharmacy,

01:18:38playfully recreating the scene of their first encounter.

01:18:41The temperature of that spring night was just romantically warm enough.

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