Yumi's Cells: The Movie (2024) Movie Script
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(Daehan Noodles)
(Noo)
(Noodles)
(Infusing Narratives into Noodles)
(Yumi's Cells: The Movie)
(Based on the WEBTOON Series "Yumi's Cells"
by Lee Donggeon)
Morning.
Morning.
- Morning.
- Morning, Babi.
You seem quite busy lately.
I have a lot of work.
Go ahead.
Thanks to you, our social media following
has grown so much.
How is your presentation coming along?
Just a few more finishing touches.
It seems you've been working late.
Take care of your health.
Thank you.
Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God!
Office romance is so tantalizing.
But Love, isn't it a little
inappropriate at work?
Ugh, Rational!
Don't be a wet blanket.
Romance in this stifling environment
makes it more precious and beautiful.
Got it?
Got it, Emotional. Please back off.
Let's catch a movie after work.
Okay.
- He's killing me.
- Stop! It hurts.
What if someone suddenly walks in?
I'm anxious they might get caught.
So there's no issue with
the new product launch?
We'll make sure.
- Is it possible?
- Hello.
Hey, Babi.
I'll check with Australia first,
then Turkey after that.
It's so hard sourcing raw materials.
Where did she go again?
Ugh, what does he want now?
What can I do for you?
What took you so long?
Drinking coffee all day?
Come to my desk with
tomorrow's presentation deck.
Yes, sir.
Infusing narratives into noodles
that the MZs can relate to...
- Miss Kim Yumi.
- Yes?
Are you writing a novel here?
Well, by adding a story to the product...
Well,
how long has it been
since you joined our team?
We need a promotional idea, not a novel.
Keep it simple and impactful, okay?
Stick to what we normally do.
- Do it again.
- Yes, sir.
He said try something new.
I'm done for the day. See ya.
Writer, where are you going?
So damn fickle! He's pissing me off.
I, the great Detective, can confidently say
given that presentation is tomorrow,
there's no way she can finish it today.
In other words, she has to work late.
I doubt she'll finish anyway.
No! We're going to the
movies with Babi today.
You're being overly optimistic.
Stop talking and get down to work.
Yumi is over budget this month again.
Cheapskate is always about money.
Can't she make an exception?
It's the last day of the screening.
Just cancel it. Babi will understand.
Babi, I'm sorry, but I
can't make the movies today.
Huh?
In my younger days full of dreams,
I thought I'd be living a
fabulous life in my 30s.
I've grown up before I knew it.
Am I doing alright?
He's gone.
(Memory Rental Shop)
- Hey!
- Hi, Writer.
Can I get the 17-...
135, Yumi's blockbuster
hit novel episode, right?
Yes. Thank you.
Isn't it tiresome to watch
the same thing every time?
We have many other memories here.
I know.
But this memory is the best.
(Yumi's hit novel)
Yumi. Yumi!
- Yeah?
- Do you have it?
Give it to me now.
Oh, okay.
I wrote it for fun. So,
don't expect too much.
I'll read with very high expectations.
Thanks!
Is it done? Let me see it too.
I'm calling dibs on the next ep.
Alright.
(Heart pounding!)
(Nahee's heartbreaking past?)
(Author Yumi, I love your work.)
(They'll end up together, right?
What a twist!)
(Can't wait for the next ep. Please hurry!)
How's the press release coming along?
I'll show you the draft later.
Have you scheduled the meetings
with the journalists?
Yes, I'll report about that too.
I thought I was late.
Why is the CEO joining us suddenly?
Apparently, he is very
interested in the new launch.
That's why the Manager
is taking over the presentation.
Yumi, it's a shame.
You worked so hard on this.
The CEO is here.
Morning.
Sit down, everyone, please.
Shall we start?
Yes sir.
I will give a marketing presentation
on the new "Custom Meal Kit."
If I were to summarize the strategy
for the meal kit targeting the MZs,
it's "infusing narratives into noodles."
Through the daily life of the protagonist
that the MZs can releate to,
we suggest noodles that match
the mood and situation of the protagonist
A refreshing bibim noodles on good days;
Noodle soup with mugwort
for hangovers after a company dinner;
On a drizzly day,
the warm and soothing fried tofu noodles
with accompanying side dishes...
- He's good.
- It's so unlike him.
Wow.
Manager Nam still has it.
I didn't expect this from him.
A simple but unique meal,
with empathy as the keyword.
We plan to promote the "Custom Meal Kit"
on social media platforms.
That's all. Thank you.
Very good. Is this your idea?
Yes sir. That's right.
Let's talk more about it over tea.
Of course.
I thought Nam was
old-fashioned, but this time...
I was surprised too.
Babi, aren't you coming?
Yes, I am.
This is your idea, isn't it?
Nam has really made a habit of stealing.
It's not the first time he did this.
Just post it on the intranet.
He deserves to get humiliated.
I'm so mad.
I'm infuriated!
I'll blow up everything.
Rampage!
What are you waiting for, Rampage?
Let's blow it all up right now.
Emotional.
No!
Rampage, on the ground.
Okay!
Ha?
Cheapskate! Don't let him take the lighter.
Give me that.
Good job! Give it to me.
I know this is all about making a living,
but there's a limit to what I can take.
- What?
- Right?
Set it off. Go on.
(Income - Salary)
Earning money is supposed be hard.
Huh?
Paycheck!
- Emotional, catch.
- Okay.
Blam!
Good catch.
Fashion, what's wrong with your shades?
Is that a new trend?
Is this funny to you?
- I better run.
- Come here, you.
Come on, Rampage.
It's Hysterius!
What's going on?
Hysterius... what are you doing here?
So damn annoying!
I'll destroy everything.
Guys...
Yumi won't quit over this, will she?
We'll proceed with the trial
on whether Yumi will resign.
Please choose the side you think is right.
She got this job after getting rejected
by eight other companies.
You can't decide emotionally
in this difficult economy.
Be rational.
I'm against quitting.
What's wrong with being emotional?
Guys, it's the third time
she got robbed of her ideas.
If you start hating someone,
there's no end to it.
I can't stand seeing him.
I say we quit.
Is it right to continue
struggling like this?
What will I get by enduring this ordeal?
She'll become someone like Nam.
That's not the cool grown-up
she wanted to become.
Forget it.
Don't you remember how happy she was
when she was writing?
She should find what she loves.
I'm in favor of quitting.
That's right. Quit!
But...
what if she can't find work that she loves?
Wouldn't she regret later?
She will regret.
Finding something you love is not easy.
It costs money even to breathe.
What about the rent, food expenses,
and electricity bills?
Why didn't you save up some money then?
You spent it all when she felt good
and when she felt shitty.
I'm against.
Cheapskate is right, I'm against too.
That's right.
I can't quit without a plan.
(Resignation)
I mean... you can see Babi every day.
There's no other perfect job like this.
I'm against it.
According to my deduction,
she'll be at least a manager if she stay.
It's a shame to stop here.
I'm against resignation.
Is that a high position?
A manager isn't an executive.
What are you doing, Anxiety?
You're confusing everyone.
Choose your side.
Well, I...
You, what?
You're anxious one way or another.
What do you want?
Make up your mind already.
You're the last one.
Choose!
Choose!
Let's wrap up.
- I'm exhausted.
- Wanna grab a drink?
Yumi?
Take it easy and go home.
Working hard isn't important.
It's about results.
Do we have the results yet?
I wonder what the verdict will be.
(Deep in the heart)
What's happening?
It's him.
Who is that? What is it?
Inner Feeling!
Just quit the damn job.
(Resignation)
Kim Yumi, what are you doing? Are you nuts?
Yes, I am!
- You've never seen one before?
- Why are you doing this?
You messed with the wrong person.
How dare you steal from me?
Shame on you.
I would've given you a good beat down.
Chicken.
Did you call me?
Pardon?
Did you want to talk, Yumi?
Oh... here.
(Resignation)
What is this?
Thank you for everything.
Hey, Yumi. Come on. You can't.
Why is the decision made
when Anxiety hasn't decided?
We can't accept it. Explain, Judge.
Do we need an explanation?
That's what Yumi feels deep inside.
What more do you need?
She'll regret it for sure.
She'll learn when she's hungry.
Judge, will Yumi be okay?
Don't worry, Anxiety.
I think she'll manage.
No, she will, for sure.
You don't have to. You're busy.
You knew so well to quit suddenly?
I'm sad you're leaving.
We should give her our blessing.
Yumi, what will you do now?
Are you going somewhere better?
No... I'm going to take some time off.
A break? Wow, I'm so jealous.
So envious.
I'll keep in touch.
Goodbye, Yumi. Take care.
Let's have a drink sometime, okay?
Of course.
What will I do now?
It's true I quit on a whim
without any plans at all.
I walked out pompously,
but what will I do starting tomorrow?
And what do I tell mom?
Ugh, I want to disappear.
Yumi.
Oh! Babi.
Wanna go somewhere with me?
Uh, okay.
This is so nice!
It feels like a weight has lifted off.
I'm glad you're happy.
I love it. I can breathe now.
How did you think of this?
I thought you might need it.
A time like this.
I did.
You must have things on your mind,
but I want you to take it easy for now.
It's been hard on you.
I want you to recharge fully
before you start again.
Babi.
I was feeling down, but I'm okay now.
Babi is so sensible.
He knows how Yumi feels without saying.
It's not good senses.
It's because he loves her.
What her expression says,
and how her voice sounds...
If you're in love you know.
Yumi...
She is really loved by him.
Bring the fire!
This guy is full-on game tonight.
Then I, Naughty Cell will take him on.
Attention, Right Hand Cell. Kzzt.
Assist with taking off Babi's shirt ASAP!
ASAP? Then can we rip it off?
Yes, that would be the fastest. And then...
Really? Can we do that?
Vertically or horizontally?
Diagonally? Wow... And?
Oh, we'll need assistance
from the Left Hand for that. Good.
You crazy Right Hand!
Touch that button and
you'll witness my wrath!
Is that Etiquette? Should I hold then?
No, just rip it.
If you dare,
I will destroy three generations of yours!
It's a no go then? Do it? Or not?
Do it? Or not?
- What's wrong with him today?
- I don't know.
Ouch!
Have you no shame with
so many eyes watching?
(Freedom Foodie Brunch)
I don't feel like doing anything.
Absolutely nothing at all.
Pour it. Cheers!
(Babi)
Hey, Babi. Did you get off work?
Yeah. How about we eat in tonight?
I'll make tteokbokki for you.
Tteokbokki?
Babi is so sexy when he
rolls up his sleeves.
I can't wait to eat tteokbokki.
I can't wait for the other thing.
- Yumi.
- Yeah?
Can you taste it for me?
Oh! Sure.
Foodgasmic!
Hungry! Hungry?
Are you okay?
This is really tteokbokki?
How can tteokbokki taste like this?
Babi, it's so delicious.
It'll be a huge hit if you sell it.
Really? I've been wanting
to open a tteokbokki diner.
Really?! Then I'll eat there every day.
Jeju Island?
Did you say Jeju Island?
Where you worked before?
They're setting up a new team,
and want me as the team leader.
My former supervisor is urging me.
So did you say yes?
It's a good opportunity,
but I haven't decided yet.
I have to talk about it at work tomorrow
but more importantly,
I want to hear your opinion.
My opinion?
Of course, it's a no.
I don't want a long distance relationship.
But think about it, Love.
This is a great opportunity for Babi.
Do you want him to give it up for you?
Is it really that great an opportunity?
Indeed. You can't oppose
just because of the distance.
I still don't like that.
I don't like that.
I don't want to be separated from you.
Well, it's not all so bad.
If you think about it,
there are upsides too.
Like what?
First of all...
It'll be like taking a trip
every weekend to see him.
We won't see him every day,
so they'll cherish each other more.
Cherish more?
Then again, maybe distance
isn't a big problem.
Do you know what?
Out of sight, out of mind.
Wisdom as old as the saying itself.
See? I hate long-distance relationships!
No. It doesn't feel right to be far away.
It's Jeju Island. We'll have
a whole ocean between us.
Calm down.
Yumi's lease contract
is due in four months.
What's that got to do with anything?
Yumi is broke and doesn't
have money to renew it.
So she should move to Jeju Island with him.
Let's get away, the two of us
leaving everything behind...
Love, wouldn't supporting his next move
be a true expression of love for him?
As much as we love Babi,
let's root for his new start.
But you can't miss an
opportunity like this.
I think you should go to Jeju.
Really? Thanks, Yumi.
Promise you'll call me often.
Of course.
- Let me make a quick call.
- Okay.
Hello? It's me. I would
love to take the job.
(You're going in a meeting? Call me after.)
(Okay, I will!)
It's been a month since Yumi quit her job.
Is it still okay to take it easy?
(Julie Novel Contest)
Huh?
Whoa, that's Schedule.
Had enough idling around?
From now, we follow this schedule.
What kind of schedule is this?
Schedule, you only have eating and writing.
Why did you schedule like this?
Because Yumi is going to prepare
for a novel contest.
A contest?
Such beauty!
I've never seen more
beautiful schedule in my life.
(Except weekends)
Schedule, this is totally doable.
I'll work really hard.
Of course you will,
in order to make a debut as a writer.
What? A debut?
The plan is perfect.
Do we have a story to submit?
Don't worry. Writer will take care of that.
Right?
Uh...
Sure! Totally possible. Just count on me.
Okay, let's do this, Kim Yumi.
You are...
a piece of trash.
Absolutely nothing comes to mind.
Stop it. You'll ruin your brain.
It doesn't matter. I'm ruined anyway.
Don't blame yourself. Ideas
will come to you soon.
Why don't you go out and get some air?
That's right. Sitting at the desk
won't solve the problem.
Let's look for inspiration outside.
Just one...
Just one good idea...
Just one...
Writer, what are you doing?
Hi, Fishing Cell! I'm fishing for ideas.
Is there actually anything here?
I'm not getting anything.
Is the rod the problem?
Are you using bait?
Bait? What's that?
To catch something, you need to use bait.
You don't even know the basics.
Oh, I see...
Where do you get baits?
I have no idea.
My bucket! What did you do that for?
It looked empty all the time,
so I thought you didn't need it.
Sorry!
Hey! Bring my bucket back.
No... not here.
Wait!
Did you have anything interesting happen?
I don't know.
No?
If you see something
interesting, let me know.
Huh?
- What is it? Something interesting?
- You scared me!
It's just a magazine.
My schedule's been tight...
What are you talking about?
Something funny?
Emotional! What are you thinking?
Something fun?
Geez! You scared me.
It's not easy.
It definitely smells fishy...
What's fishy, Detective?
What it is...
There's a fraud victim
who doesn't want to find the scammer,
although she reported it to the police.
(Fraud Victim Stays Silent)
Isn't that strange?
Indeed. Why did they do that?
What's the story?
This could be a great story.
A crime thriller.
- Wait a minute!
- Geez!
Are you allowed to use real incidents
without permission?
Oh? Can that be a problem?
I'm hungry, I'm so hungry.
For the sake of cells,
can we eat something?
You must've really focused.
So did you find a story?
It feels I can almost touch it, but...
Am I expecting too much?
Don't be impatient.
You need to look after yourself.
You skipped lunch again.
What about you? Did you have dinner?
I just ate and came back.
Poor Babi, you're working too hard.
Your cheeks are hollow.
The real suffering is
not seeing you enough.
Oh, Babi...
I miss you so much, Yumi.
Me too.
I told you I didn't
want Babi going to Jeju.
I miss Babi.
I didn't know Babi would be so busy
that he can't come to Seoul.
Can't we go to Jeju to see him?
Did I lose weight? I should
tighten the belt more.
Don't work too hard.
Call me when you get off work.
Okay. Don't stress too much. I'll call you.
Okay.
Ha...
Let's watch something.
I have no time to waste daydreaming.
There's gotta be a good idea somewhere.
Surely... somewhere...
Emotional, it's okay. It's just a dream.
Guys!
Writer is gone.
I knocked on his door
because it was time for Yumi to write,
but he wasn't there.
What about today's schedule then?
Where did he go?
There was a reason
why Yumi had that terrible dream.
Has any cell seen Writer last night?
- I haven't seen him in a while.
- Me neither.
I haven't seen him since last night.
He's been coming to the dream theater
every night hoping to find something.
What if he never comes back?
Is it going to be like that nightmare?
Guys, wait.
Just calm down, okay?
I'll look for Writer.
Why don't we go see Babi for a change?
Babi?
With Writer gone, we can change the
schedule but will Cheapskate allow it?
It was all white and black...
We'll end up on the street.
I think we can go to Jeju Island.
Babi!
Hi, Yumi!
Babi.
You took the trouble to come here.
It was no trouble.
Whoever can make the trip.
You must be hungry? Let's go eat.
I made a reservation at the pork
cutlet place you wanted to go.
What?
Pork cutlet?
Hail, Babi!
Hail the gourmet master!
Yumi mentioned it in
passing and he remembered.
Oh, you hopelessly sweet man...
It looks like everyone's come out of panic.
Let's go find Writer.
Pork cutlet and peanut ice cream!
I'm so full.
- Yumi.
- Huh?
Hey, you caught me off guard.
But you're so adorable.
Babi, shall we sit over there?
Sure.
What are you thinking?
Just some ideas for a story.
I'm sorry for bringing work here.
The contest is approaching,
and I've still got nothing.
Yumi.
I don't want you to get too stressed.
Once you find a story,
you'll write quickly.
I know how good you are.
I really envy you these days.
It takes a real courage
to go for what you love.
You're making me blush.
But it's certainly fun.
Actually, I was hoping to find inspiration
coming here.
Of course, seeing you is the first reason.
It doesn't matter as long
as we get to be together.
Babi.
Hello?
Anybody here?
Where on earth did I end up coming?
Writer.
Love!
I got completely lost and was so scared.
I don't even know where I am.
Where you should be
heading is the other way.
Come with me.
It's fascinating.
When we first met in the park,
I had no idea we'd end up dating.
I know. You were so weary of me.
Was I?
That's right. He came out of nowhere
and knew her name.
I didn't know he was just trying to return
her favorite umbrella.
Yeah, you were completely smitten
with Woong back then...
We have so many memories with Babi, right?
Yeah, so many happenings too.
Fighting over Babi with Ida...
And sweating over getting caught
when Hanbyul suspected.
It was all so much fun...
Hmm?
Babi, I have a story I want to write about.
All of a sudden?
Yeah. It was right under my nose!
Thanks, Babi.
Come on. Let's go feast on raw mackerel.
What are you going to write about?
It's a secret.
Let's get away, the two of us
leaving everything behind...
Guys, I found it!
- Found it?
- Found what?
Love found Writer.
The power of Love is truly amazing.
You didn't have to see me off.
I feel bad for making
you take time off work.
We can't see each other for a while.
I know... I should go now.
Have a safe flight.
Call me when you arrive.
Okay.
- I'll call you.
- Alright.
Inspiration is surging!
He came to me, borrowing the name
of a little coincidence.
It was a day when I was even lonelier
because I had love.
Yumi?
Hello, I'm Yoo Babi
from the marketing team.
Did you happen to lose an umbrella?
It's in the shape of fried egg.
He performed a magic
that made the coincidence special.
But sometimes, you fail
to notice that magic.
Pollen is bad these days, isn't it?
The allergy is killing me.
He made sure his magic didn't go unnoticed
by displaying even more splendid spectacle.
- I hope the bus doesn't come.
- Pardon?
I want to get to know you better.
What do you mean by that?
I like you, Yumi.
Let's date.
That magic was enough to captivate her,
and he made every passing moment special.
Just in time.
I missed a few contests,
but I did reasonably well.
Where's my phone?
Why is it here?
(Missed Calls: Babi)
Oh.
(Yumi, is everything okay?)
Hello? Yumi!
I didn't see the messages because
I was applying for the contest. Sorry.
Thanks to you, I managed to enter.
You can keep your hopes up about it.
Good job. You must be tired. Take a rest.
Okay.
Yumi.
Yes, Babi.
I love you.
I love you too.
I'll text you when I get off work.
Get some rest.
Okay.
Housekeeping, are you done cleaning?
Yes. Totally.
I can't do any more.
Ugh, time is crawling.
What should we do now?
If there's nothing to do,
perhaps we can go shopp-
Don't even think about it.
How long do we have left?
- Schedule?
- Huh?
I'm so anxious. Give me something to do.
The results will start announcing tomorrow.
Just wait one more day.
What if we win the grand prize?
Grand prize?
Is that Jinx?
Did you just say grand prize?
Then the grand prize she shall never win!
Aw, I imagined winning the contest.
If I imagine something, the
opposite always happens.
No, no. I take it back.
Too late.
She already quit her job.
What are we gonna do
if the results are bad?
Don't get caught up in such thoughts.
You're letting Jinx play your mind.
What you imagine will never happen?
Then Yumi can imagine
what she doesn't want.
Then the opposite will come true, right?
There.
I have a feeling
I'll be rejected from all the contests.
I just have that feeling.
No! I think I should.
Okay, Yumi's wish has been registered.
I'll make sure it comes true.
How come it's suddenly a wish?
Isn't the jinx about
what you imagine never happens?
Ominous premonitions are exceptions.
(Noble Books Contest Announcement)
(Loading)
I will announce the results
of the Noble Books Contest.
The result is...
She didn't pass?
I knew this would happen.
I didn't have expectation because
their style is so different from mine.
Relax, we still have three more left.
Oh, was that the case?
We shouldn't have hired a bus to come.
Guys, guys.
Don't worry, there will be a party soon.
Travel safely and make
sure to come when I call.
But, Writer, what if she gets rejected
from all of them?
That won't happen. That
will never be the case.
So don't worry, Anxiety.
I'll get going then.
Uh... okay.
(Sinchon Contest Announcement)
Kim Yumi... Kim Yumi...
(Romantic Contest Announcement)
Where is Kim Yumi?
(Julie Novel Contest)
It's the big day! I'll
be waiting for your call.
Call me when you know!
And the result is...
(Unfortunately, Ms. Kim Yumi
is not on the list of winners.)
Let's discuss the matters
that need to be finalized this week.
First, we need to finalize the contract
for the product placement deal.
We're yet to agree on the length,
frequency and the exposure...
The person you're calling is not available.
Collaboration with Jeju's specialties...
(Unfortunately, Ms. Kim Yumi
is not on the list of winners.)
(Thank you for your participation.)
You made the fuss about writing
and this is the result?
Why isn't Babi answering?
Didn't he tell her to call him?
Come on, guys. Writer worked so hard.
And Babi probably can't answer
because he's at work.
- Let's go home for now.
- Come on.
Let's go, let's go.
I knew this would happen.
What are we gonna do now?
Don't worry, Anxiety.
Guys, once I polish this piece,
next year's contest is a sure thing.
Give me time until next year.
Quit already, nutjob!
Can you say that with Yumi's bank balance?
We'll starve to death trying for contests.
I can really do this.
Just trust me one more time.
He won't give up easily.
You have to be brutally honest with him.
Be extremely harsh.
What if she really quits?
She'll find another job.
What's there to worry about?
Finding a job might not be easy
considering her age...
Wait, Pride!
Her pride won't allow her to quit
after just one attempt.
She got rejected from four contests.
There's no pride left to hurt.
- But...
- You.
You have no talent.
Accept it.
Let's discuss further after lunch.
Okay.
(Missed Calls: Yumi)
The person you're calling
is not available...
(My love Muse - the absolute last final)
It would be foolish to
continue, wouldn't it?
Babi.
How tough it must be for you.
I missed you.
What about work?
I handled urgent matters.
You okay?
What?
Oh... Yeah, I'm okay.
Maybe writing isn't my path.
I'm happy that I tried.
When would I've ever done this?
Yumi, shall I go back to Seoul?
Why do you say that?
I want to be close to you.
I want to see you when I want,
laugh and cry with you.
I want to live like that.
But Jeju is where you wanted to be.
It was, but I realized
while being away from you.
What I really want is to be with you.
And Yumi...
I think you should check the message.
Hello, Ms Kim Yumi.
I'm Ahn Daeyong,
the editor-in-chief at Julie Agency.
Oh...
I wanted to contact you
to propose a web novel series publication
of the work you submitted
in the contest, "My Love Muse".
Please get in touch.
Yumi, you got it.
Babi.
See? Did you see that?
I did it!
I never imagined it would be published.
I knew you would make it.
Congratulations again, Miss Author.
Thank you, Babi.
Cheers.
Cheers.
- Yumi.
- Yeah?
How about I try something I want like you?
What kind of thing?
A tteokbokki diner.
Really?
Does that mean I can eat
tteokbokki every day?
I love, I love tteokbokki.
He was serious about opening a restaurant.
Do you think I can do it?
Of course!
Your tteokbokki is the best.
To Babi's dream!
To Babi's dream!
Love it.
Stay calm, Kim Yumi. Don't be nervous.
Sorry for keeping you waiting.
The editor-in-chief is here.
Ah, yes.
This is our editor-in-chief.
Hello, I'm Kim Yumi.
Hello. I'm Ahn Daeyong.
Ah, yes.
(Ahn Daeyong, Julie Agency)
We have a long way to go
before it's ready for publication.
- Shall we get down to work?
- Yes, sir.
(New!)
(My Love Muse)
Is she a new writer?
Heart fluttering! Binge-worthy.
Hurry up and give me the next episode!
The female protagonist is my type.
Did you hear that?
The sound of money registering in.
Yumi earned money from writing.
I'm gonna cry.
Your order is here. Enjoy your meal.
Welcome!
Can I order?
Coming!
We were so busy today.
If you didn't help out,
I would've received so many complaints.
I never thought it could get this busy.
I should've come earlier.
It's a great start though,
bustling with so many people.
You'll be rich in no time, Mr. Owner.
I'll do my best, Miss Author.
It's perfect.
Relationship, work... everything.
Doesn't something usually
happen right about now?
What?
Anxiety, you can't be like this always.
I'm not doing it on purpose...
I'll get some water.
Please. I'll bring it for you.
Thanks.
Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God!
Is it finally my time? It's been months.
Shouldn't you check the message?
I can check later.
Maybe you should do it now.
Okay then.
Who is it?
It's the part-timer. She forgot something.
You hired a part-timer?
Yeah, it was getting overwhelming.
She started recently.
Then why were you alone today?
It's her day off. I didn't tell you
because you've been so busy.
One moment. I'll be right back.
Hello? I'm on my way.
You're lucky I was still here.
- Don't be late tomorrow, okay?
- Okay.
Oh, Yumi, say hi.
This is the part-timer, Daeun.
Daeun, Daeun, Daeun...
This is Daeun. Why does he sound so sweet?
He is sweet by nature.
I don't like him being
sweet around the part-timer.
You don't think...
he didn't tell Yumi because she's a girl?
Oh no... No way.
What are you accusing him of?
Don't make wild guesses, Anxiety.
Daeun, this is my girlfriend, Yumi.
Hello.
Oh hi! Hope you take kindly on him.
I should be asking that to him.
You're getting off late.
But it's what I've been wanting to do.
It doesn't feel like work.
What about you? Were you writing?
Yeah...
Has the part-timer left?
Daeun? She helped me close today.
Boss, the bus is here.
Hurry!
The bus is here. I'll call you later.
I should be asking that to him.
Huh?
Cringy... and LAME!
What's with the male lead?
He knows everything like a stalker.
A promising start but a
typical anticlimax. Bye!
The ranking plummeted.
A beginner's luck, short-lived.
Clearly, the writer's never
been in a relationship.
Wh-What's all this?
Stay calm, Kim Yumi.
My... appetite.
Lame? Lacking substance?
How dare they say these shit!
I should just kill myself.
Shut up! Dig quietly if you will.
Can we get some sleep?
Come here.
Go to sleep!
And you? Yumi can't sleep because of you.
Hello... oh, it's you.
- Hi.
- Hey.
What's so funny?
It's nothing. Daeun just laughs a lot.
No! you're hilarious, Boss.
Wait!
Did we just witness
three signs of affection?
Signs of affection?
The involuntary reactions you display
in presence of someone you like.
Daeun's hand!
Daeun's feet!
Daeun's body!
Based on these signals,
you can guess how she feels.
Are you saying she has feelings for Babi?
Not only that!
My eyes never miss a thing.
Look at Babi.
- That's another signal there.
- What about that?
When he met eyes with
Daeun, he looked away.
But he will look at her again.
And that gaze!
Wanting to keep looking
at someone he likes-
What are you talking about?
Only make logical deductions.
What do you think you're doing?
I'm sorry. I was going
to take out the plate.
I'll pay for the broken plate.
That's not the problem. You're bleeding.
And he pushes her onto the table...
What kind of movie are you writing?
I can't stand you suspecting Babi.
But...
What am I doing?
I can't anymore.
I'm off, Boss. See you tomorrow!
You got off work?
Oh, hi! Yes, I'm leaving now.
I bought your coffee too.
Wow, really? Can I take it?
Of course.
Thank you.
Take care.
Yes. Goodbye.
Thanks so much for the coffee.
I met Daeun on the way here.
- Did you?
- Yeah.
Was it your jacket...
that Daeun was wearing?
Oh, that? Well...
It is yours, isn't it?
I thought it might be cold.
If she gets sick, I'll be in trouble, so...
Look at that. He admits to his charges.
Babi is clearly guilty!
Charges? Guilty?
You make it sound like
he's committed a serious crime.
This requires looking at
from a business perspective.
If, as Babi said, Daeun catches a cold
and is unable to come to work,
the decrease in labor will affect
productivity, directly influencing the sales.
Listen to yourself, you fool!
Men don't show kindness to a woman
unless they have feelings for her.
Hear, hear.
You're making a fuss
over a piece of clothing.
Clothes is a very sensitive matter.
What if she doesn't give it back?
Babi only buys expensive stuff.
Crime of not trusting your boyfriend!
Aren't you the guilty ones?
What?
Look. That's not a sign of affection
but consideration.
Don't you get it?
Babi is guilty of inducing
a flutter of the heart.
Babi's friendly actions lead Daeun
to grow feelings for him.
That's right. I would've misunderstood too.
I know what you're saying.
I don't want her to get the wrong idea.
Okay. I'll be careful from now on.
As Babi admitted to all his guilt,
Yumi shall closely observe
Babi's actions going forward.
Babi is guilty.
I can't accept the decision.
What should I do?
Daeun, let's have coffee.
Thank you.
(As the two stand side by
side, leaning on the sink,
(their free hands naturally touch
and they smile shyly at each other.)
Yumi, you must bear the
trolling with fortitude.
If you react sensitively to each comment, you
won't be able to produce a proper piece.
It's not just about the trolling.
I don't know what it's about,
but let's take a one-month break.
Pardon?
But I only just started publishing,
and a break, I don't...
You can't captivate the readers
with your current work.
You gotta brace yourself.
I'm sorry.
I can't breathe.
What the hell is happening?
It's not the waste that's refluxing.
It's depression.
- Depression?
- Yes.
There must be a problem
with the depression treatment center.
I'll go to there right now.
Why is this happening? I'm going nuts.
Hey, what's gone wrong?
I don't know.
Despite the amount of depression,
the filtering system is in order.
I don't know why the alert keeps coming on.
Captain, we've got a problem.
What is it now?
- The purifying water is leaking.
- What?
Why is the purifying water leaking?
Help!
I'll go in and see what the problem is.
Yumi!
- Have you eaten?
- Have you eaten?
Yeah, I ate. What about you?
I ate something.
I told you to take care of your meals,
especially when you're busy.
I've been so busy with deliveries
and teaching the new part-timer.
A new part-timer? What about Daeun?
She quit.
Why? What happened?
Nothing...
Babi.
Actually, she...
I recently developed feelings for someone,
but it wouldn't be right so
I decided not to see him.
What's wrong with liking a person?
I know. There's nothing
wrong with liking someone
unless that person has a girlfriend.
Yumi.
Babi.
Anxiety, what are you doing here?
You're blocking the outlet, preventing
the proper processing of depression.
It created chaos because
depression is overflowing.
Are you doing this deliberately
to give Yumi a hard time?
It's not like that.
I... kept growing bigger and bigger
and thought Yumi was
struggling because of me.
So I thought if I stayed here,
I could go back to how I was.
Then, I can make it
less difficult for Yumi.
That's why I was down here.
Anxiety, the reason you got big
was because you didn't trust Babi.
Babi hasn't changed.
He still loves her.
Don't you think... he was tempted?
Don't you know Babi?
He won't change. His feelings for Yumi
will never change.
No. No matter how much you say that,
I think he changed.
Babi, were you tempted?
You were.
Babi, let's break up.
I'll put it all back.
I didn't expect it to come to this.
He should have just lied.
What can we do?
Let's just focus on reconstructing...
What do you think you're doing?
Love!
Babi was tempted by Daeun.
So what?
What do you mean 'so what'?
He was, for a moment.
Anyone can be, at some point.
Yes, it can happen to anyone.
What's important is that Yumi found out.
Yumi can no longer look at Babi
in the same way again.
If they continue, they
will only hurt each other.
That's right, Love.
Yumi was struggling because of
the constant, budding suspicions.
Don't be so hasty in judging.
Do you think Yumi can be happy without him?
What's wrong with you?
Do you think she'll ever
be happy without me?
Hold on, Yumi.
Yumi!
It was nothing.
Yumi, I don't want to break up with you.
- Yumi.
- Babi.
Even if we stay together, I don't think
I can treat you like nothing happened.
I think this is it for us.
But I still love you.
No...
This can't be happening.
I'll put it back.
I'll put everything back the way it was.
For Yumi, love always comes first.
You ruined everything.
It's all your fault.
Because of your doubts! Your anxieties!
Because you couldn't trust!
Love always comes first for Yumi.
Who are you to take that away from her?
She's happiest when she's in love.
Stop!
Let's say we revert everything.
Then who will be responsible
for the love with Babi afterwards?
What are you talking about? I'm here.
I, the Love Cell!
Love?
Right now, you're not love, you're rage!
That can't be.
That can't be true.
I'm not rage!
Inner Feeling.
Are you okay?
Rational!
Think of something or
we're all going to die!
I've never seen this happen.
I don't know what to do.
Love is afraid.
What do you mean she's afraid?
She is terrified of the void
that Babi will leave behind
more than the breakup.
What should we do about her?
We gotta help her.
Before Yumi... Before Love is more damaged.
Whenever Yumi wavered because of my doubts,
you guys helped Yumi get
away from me, Anxiety.
Yeah, let's help her.
Right, let's help.
- We can do it again.
- Let's help.
Love, Yumi will struggle for a while
but with our help, she can love again.
Help?
You ruined everything
and now you want to help?
You...
She's better off without you.
Stop it, Love.
Love, I know you've been working so hard.
But I don't want to be dragged around
by rage because I'm scared to be alone.
Relationship was my top priority
because I was happiest
when I was in a relationship.
I know what you want to say.
Love's heart made me smile.
Anxiety's worries made me move forward.
And every moment, all of
you were there with me.
It's okay if I'm not in a relationship.
I still want the same thing.
I just want to be happy.
- Don't cry, Love.
- It's okay.
Everything's gonna be okay.
Will I love again?
Can I have this kind of love again?
Will I not regret breaking up with him
after time has passed?
After she announced breakup,
she picked up the phone about 44 times.
And he did the same.
But she didn't press the button.
And he did.
(Babi)
The first time, she hung up.
(Babi)
The second time, she hung up again.
The third time he reached out...
(I'm in front of your place.)
She wavered.
Should I have taken him back?
Given him another chance?'
But she wasn't sure.
She knew she couldn't face him
with the same feelings as before.
What if she can't publish again?
You really got it tough.
Don't worry, I'm confident this time.
Yeah, it'll all work out.
- That's right.
- Yumi worked hard.
- Miss Kim.
- Yes?
What happened to you in that time?
Well...
Your story soaked my heart.
Then...
We'll resume the publication.
Yes!
- Hooray!
- Wow!
I told you I was confident.
How about we celebrate with a steak dinner?
No, a proper celebration
deserves a Louis Vuitton.
She hasn't received a penny
and you're talking about a Vuitton bag?
- Wow, it's light!
- So bright.
We haven't had this in a while. So warm.
Lovely.
Let's go back to work, guys.
Yeah!
Come with us, Anxiety.
Okay.
We might seem single-minded,
biased
and maybe even pathetic.
But there's only one thing we want.
We want Yumi to be happy.
Because we are...
Yumi's cells.
(Yumi's Cells: The Movie)
(Based on the WEBTOON Series "Yumi's Cells"
by Lee Donggeon)
Directed by Kim Da-hee
(Daehan Noodles)
(Noo)
(Noodles)
(Infusing Narratives into Noodles)
(Yumi's Cells: The Movie)
(Based on the WEBTOON Series "Yumi's Cells"
by Lee Donggeon)
Morning.
Morning.
- Morning.
- Morning, Babi.
You seem quite busy lately.
I have a lot of work.
Go ahead.
Thanks to you, our social media following
has grown so much.
How is your presentation coming along?
Just a few more finishing touches.
It seems you've been working late.
Take care of your health.
Thank you.
Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God!
Office romance is so tantalizing.
But Love, isn't it a little
inappropriate at work?
Ugh, Rational!
Don't be a wet blanket.
Romance in this stifling environment
makes it more precious and beautiful.
Got it?
Got it, Emotional. Please back off.
Let's catch a movie after work.
Okay.
- He's killing me.
- Stop! It hurts.
What if someone suddenly walks in?
I'm anxious they might get caught.
So there's no issue with
the new product launch?
We'll make sure.
- Is it possible?
- Hello.
Hey, Babi.
I'll check with Australia first,
then Turkey after that.
It's so hard sourcing raw materials.
Where did she go again?
Ugh, what does he want now?
What can I do for you?
What took you so long?
Drinking coffee all day?
Come to my desk with
tomorrow's presentation deck.
Yes, sir.
Infusing narratives into noodles
that the MZs can relate to...
- Miss Kim Yumi.
- Yes?
Are you writing a novel here?
Well, by adding a story to the product...
Well,
how long has it been
since you joined our team?
We need a promotional idea, not a novel.
Keep it simple and impactful, okay?
Stick to what we normally do.
- Do it again.
- Yes, sir.
He said try something new.
I'm done for the day. See ya.
Writer, where are you going?
So damn fickle! He's pissing me off.
I, the great Detective, can confidently say
given that presentation is tomorrow,
there's no way she can finish it today.
In other words, she has to work late.
I doubt she'll finish anyway.
No! We're going to the
movies with Babi today.
You're being overly optimistic.
Stop talking and get down to work.
Yumi is over budget this month again.
Cheapskate is always about money.
Can't she make an exception?
It's the last day of the screening.
Just cancel it. Babi will understand.
Babi, I'm sorry, but I
can't make the movies today.
Huh?
In my younger days full of dreams,
I thought I'd be living a
fabulous life in my 30s.
I've grown up before I knew it.
Am I doing alright?
He's gone.
(Memory Rental Shop)
- Hey!
- Hi, Writer.
Can I get the 17-...
135, Yumi's blockbuster
hit novel episode, right?
Yes. Thank you.
Isn't it tiresome to watch
the same thing every time?
We have many other memories here.
I know.
But this memory is the best.
(Yumi's hit novel)
Yumi. Yumi!
- Yeah?
- Do you have it?
Give it to me now.
Oh, okay.
I wrote it for fun. So,
don't expect too much.
I'll read with very high expectations.
Thanks!
Is it done? Let me see it too.
I'm calling dibs on the next ep.
Alright.
(Heart pounding!)
(Nahee's heartbreaking past?)
(Author Yumi, I love your work.)
(They'll end up together, right?
What a twist!)
(Can't wait for the next ep. Please hurry!)
How's the press release coming along?
I'll show you the draft later.
Have you scheduled the meetings
with the journalists?
Yes, I'll report about that too.
I thought I was late.
Why is the CEO joining us suddenly?
Apparently, he is very
interested in the new launch.
That's why the Manager
is taking over the presentation.
Yumi, it's a shame.
You worked so hard on this.
The CEO is here.
Morning.
Sit down, everyone, please.
Shall we start?
Yes sir.
I will give a marketing presentation
on the new "Custom Meal Kit."
If I were to summarize the strategy
for the meal kit targeting the MZs,
it's "infusing narratives into noodles."
Through the daily life of the protagonist
that the MZs can releate to,
we suggest noodles that match
the mood and situation of the protagonist
A refreshing bibim noodles on good days;
Noodle soup with mugwort
for hangovers after a company dinner;
On a drizzly day,
the warm and soothing fried tofu noodles
with accompanying side dishes...
- He's good.
- It's so unlike him.
Wow.
Manager Nam still has it.
I didn't expect this from him.
A simple but unique meal,
with empathy as the keyword.
We plan to promote the "Custom Meal Kit"
on social media platforms.
That's all. Thank you.
Very good. Is this your idea?
Yes sir. That's right.
Let's talk more about it over tea.
Of course.
I thought Nam was
old-fashioned, but this time...
I was surprised too.
Babi, aren't you coming?
Yes, I am.
This is your idea, isn't it?
Nam has really made a habit of stealing.
It's not the first time he did this.
Just post it on the intranet.
He deserves to get humiliated.
I'm so mad.
I'm infuriated!
I'll blow up everything.
Rampage!
What are you waiting for, Rampage?
Let's blow it all up right now.
Emotional.
No!
Rampage, on the ground.
Okay!
Ha?
Cheapskate! Don't let him take the lighter.
Give me that.
Good job! Give it to me.
I know this is all about making a living,
but there's a limit to what I can take.
- What?
- Right?
Set it off. Go on.
(Income - Salary)
Earning money is supposed be hard.
Huh?
Paycheck!
- Emotional, catch.
- Okay.
Blam!
Good catch.
Fashion, what's wrong with your shades?
Is that a new trend?
Is this funny to you?
- I better run.
- Come here, you.
Come on, Rampage.
It's Hysterius!
What's going on?
Hysterius... what are you doing here?
So damn annoying!
I'll destroy everything.
Guys...
Yumi won't quit over this, will she?
We'll proceed with the trial
on whether Yumi will resign.
Please choose the side you think is right.
She got this job after getting rejected
by eight other companies.
You can't decide emotionally
in this difficult economy.
Be rational.
I'm against quitting.
What's wrong with being emotional?
Guys, it's the third time
she got robbed of her ideas.
If you start hating someone,
there's no end to it.
I can't stand seeing him.
I say we quit.
Is it right to continue
struggling like this?
What will I get by enduring this ordeal?
She'll become someone like Nam.
That's not the cool grown-up
she wanted to become.
Forget it.
Don't you remember how happy she was
when she was writing?
She should find what she loves.
I'm in favor of quitting.
That's right. Quit!
But...
what if she can't find work that she loves?
Wouldn't she regret later?
She will regret.
Finding something you love is not easy.
It costs money even to breathe.
What about the rent, food expenses,
and electricity bills?
Why didn't you save up some money then?
You spent it all when she felt good
and when she felt shitty.
I'm against.
Cheapskate is right, I'm against too.
That's right.
I can't quit without a plan.
(Resignation)
I mean... you can see Babi every day.
There's no other perfect job like this.
I'm against it.
According to my deduction,
she'll be at least a manager if she stay.
It's a shame to stop here.
I'm against resignation.
Is that a high position?
A manager isn't an executive.
What are you doing, Anxiety?
You're confusing everyone.
Choose your side.
Well, I...
You, what?
You're anxious one way or another.
What do you want?
Make up your mind already.
You're the last one.
Choose!
Choose!
Let's wrap up.
- I'm exhausted.
- Wanna grab a drink?
Yumi?
Take it easy and go home.
Working hard isn't important.
It's about results.
Do we have the results yet?
I wonder what the verdict will be.
(Deep in the heart)
What's happening?
It's him.
Who is that? What is it?
Inner Feeling!
Just quit the damn job.
(Resignation)
Kim Yumi, what are you doing? Are you nuts?
Yes, I am!
- You've never seen one before?
- Why are you doing this?
You messed with the wrong person.
How dare you steal from me?
Shame on you.
I would've given you a good beat down.
Chicken.
Did you call me?
Pardon?
Did you want to talk, Yumi?
Oh... here.
(Resignation)
What is this?
Thank you for everything.
Hey, Yumi. Come on. You can't.
Why is the decision made
when Anxiety hasn't decided?
We can't accept it. Explain, Judge.
Do we need an explanation?
That's what Yumi feels deep inside.
What more do you need?
She'll regret it for sure.
She'll learn when she's hungry.
Judge, will Yumi be okay?
Don't worry, Anxiety.
I think she'll manage.
No, she will, for sure.
You don't have to. You're busy.
You knew so well to quit suddenly?
I'm sad you're leaving.
We should give her our blessing.
Yumi, what will you do now?
Are you going somewhere better?
No... I'm going to take some time off.
A break? Wow, I'm so jealous.
So envious.
I'll keep in touch.
Goodbye, Yumi. Take care.
Let's have a drink sometime, okay?
Of course.
What will I do now?
It's true I quit on a whim
without any plans at all.
I walked out pompously,
but what will I do starting tomorrow?
And what do I tell mom?
Ugh, I want to disappear.
Yumi.
Oh! Babi.
Wanna go somewhere with me?
Uh, okay.
This is so nice!
It feels like a weight has lifted off.
I'm glad you're happy.
I love it. I can breathe now.
How did you think of this?
I thought you might need it.
A time like this.
I did.
You must have things on your mind,
but I want you to take it easy for now.
It's been hard on you.
I want you to recharge fully
before you start again.
Babi.
I was feeling down, but I'm okay now.
Babi is so sensible.
He knows how Yumi feels without saying.
It's not good senses.
It's because he loves her.
What her expression says,
and how her voice sounds...
If you're in love you know.
Yumi...
She is really loved by him.
Bring the fire!
This guy is full-on game tonight.
Then I, Naughty Cell will take him on.
Attention, Right Hand Cell. Kzzt.
Assist with taking off Babi's shirt ASAP!
ASAP? Then can we rip it off?
Yes, that would be the fastest. And then...
Really? Can we do that?
Vertically or horizontally?
Diagonally? Wow... And?
Oh, we'll need assistance
from the Left Hand for that. Good.
You crazy Right Hand!
Touch that button and
you'll witness my wrath!
Is that Etiquette? Should I hold then?
No, just rip it.
If you dare,
I will destroy three generations of yours!
It's a no go then? Do it? Or not?
Do it? Or not?
- What's wrong with him today?
- I don't know.
Ouch!
Have you no shame with
so many eyes watching?
(Freedom Foodie Brunch)
I don't feel like doing anything.
Absolutely nothing at all.
Pour it. Cheers!
(Babi)
Hey, Babi. Did you get off work?
Yeah. How about we eat in tonight?
I'll make tteokbokki for you.
Tteokbokki?
Babi is so sexy when he
rolls up his sleeves.
I can't wait to eat tteokbokki.
I can't wait for the other thing.
- Yumi.
- Yeah?
Can you taste it for me?
Oh! Sure.
Foodgasmic!
Hungry! Hungry?
Are you okay?
This is really tteokbokki?
How can tteokbokki taste like this?
Babi, it's so delicious.
It'll be a huge hit if you sell it.
Really? I've been wanting
to open a tteokbokki diner.
Really?! Then I'll eat there every day.
Jeju Island?
Did you say Jeju Island?
Where you worked before?
They're setting up a new team,
and want me as the team leader.
My former supervisor is urging me.
So did you say yes?
It's a good opportunity,
but I haven't decided yet.
I have to talk about it at work tomorrow
but more importantly,
I want to hear your opinion.
My opinion?
Of course, it's a no.
I don't want a long distance relationship.
But think about it, Love.
This is a great opportunity for Babi.
Do you want him to give it up for you?
Is it really that great an opportunity?
Indeed. You can't oppose
just because of the distance.
I still don't like that.
I don't like that.
I don't want to be separated from you.
Well, it's not all so bad.
If you think about it,
there are upsides too.
Like what?
First of all...
It'll be like taking a trip
every weekend to see him.
We won't see him every day,
so they'll cherish each other more.
Cherish more?
Then again, maybe distance
isn't a big problem.
Do you know what?
Out of sight, out of mind.
Wisdom as old as the saying itself.
See? I hate long-distance relationships!
No. It doesn't feel right to be far away.
It's Jeju Island. We'll have
a whole ocean between us.
Calm down.
Yumi's lease contract
is due in four months.
What's that got to do with anything?
Yumi is broke and doesn't
have money to renew it.
So she should move to Jeju Island with him.
Let's get away, the two of us
leaving everything behind...
Love, wouldn't supporting his next move
be a true expression of love for him?
As much as we love Babi,
let's root for his new start.
But you can't miss an
opportunity like this.
I think you should go to Jeju.
Really? Thanks, Yumi.
Promise you'll call me often.
Of course.
- Let me make a quick call.
- Okay.
Hello? It's me. I would
love to take the job.
(You're going in a meeting? Call me after.)
(Okay, I will!)
It's been a month since Yumi quit her job.
Is it still okay to take it easy?
(Julie Novel Contest)
Huh?
Whoa, that's Schedule.
Had enough idling around?
From now, we follow this schedule.
What kind of schedule is this?
Schedule, you only have eating and writing.
Why did you schedule like this?
Because Yumi is going to prepare
for a novel contest.
A contest?
Such beauty!
I've never seen more
beautiful schedule in my life.
(Except weekends)
Schedule, this is totally doable.
I'll work really hard.
Of course you will,
in order to make a debut as a writer.
What? A debut?
The plan is perfect.
Do we have a story to submit?
Don't worry. Writer will take care of that.
Right?
Uh...
Sure! Totally possible. Just count on me.
Okay, let's do this, Kim Yumi.
You are...
a piece of trash.
Absolutely nothing comes to mind.
Stop it. You'll ruin your brain.
It doesn't matter. I'm ruined anyway.
Don't blame yourself. Ideas
will come to you soon.
Why don't you go out and get some air?
That's right. Sitting at the desk
won't solve the problem.
Let's look for inspiration outside.
Just one...
Just one good idea...
Just one...
Writer, what are you doing?
Hi, Fishing Cell! I'm fishing for ideas.
Is there actually anything here?
I'm not getting anything.
Is the rod the problem?
Are you using bait?
Bait? What's that?
To catch something, you need to use bait.
You don't even know the basics.
Oh, I see...
Where do you get baits?
I have no idea.
My bucket! What did you do that for?
It looked empty all the time,
so I thought you didn't need it.
Sorry!
Hey! Bring my bucket back.
No... not here.
Wait!
Did you have anything interesting happen?
I don't know.
No?
If you see something
interesting, let me know.
Huh?
- What is it? Something interesting?
- You scared me!
It's just a magazine.
My schedule's been tight...
What are you talking about?
Something funny?
Emotional! What are you thinking?
Something fun?
Geez! You scared me.
It's not easy.
It definitely smells fishy...
What's fishy, Detective?
What it is...
There's a fraud victim
who doesn't want to find the scammer,
although she reported it to the police.
(Fraud Victim Stays Silent)
Isn't that strange?
Indeed. Why did they do that?
What's the story?
This could be a great story.
A crime thriller.
- Wait a minute!
- Geez!
Are you allowed to use real incidents
without permission?
Oh? Can that be a problem?
I'm hungry, I'm so hungry.
For the sake of cells,
can we eat something?
You must've really focused.
So did you find a story?
It feels I can almost touch it, but...
Am I expecting too much?
Don't be impatient.
You need to look after yourself.
You skipped lunch again.
What about you? Did you have dinner?
I just ate and came back.
Poor Babi, you're working too hard.
Your cheeks are hollow.
The real suffering is
not seeing you enough.
Oh, Babi...
I miss you so much, Yumi.
Me too.
I told you I didn't
want Babi going to Jeju.
I miss Babi.
I didn't know Babi would be so busy
that he can't come to Seoul.
Can't we go to Jeju to see him?
Did I lose weight? I should
tighten the belt more.
Don't work too hard.
Call me when you get off work.
Okay. Don't stress too much. I'll call you.
Okay.
Ha...
Let's watch something.
I have no time to waste daydreaming.
There's gotta be a good idea somewhere.
Surely... somewhere...
Emotional, it's okay. It's just a dream.
Guys!
Writer is gone.
I knocked on his door
because it was time for Yumi to write,
but he wasn't there.
What about today's schedule then?
Where did he go?
There was a reason
why Yumi had that terrible dream.
Has any cell seen Writer last night?
- I haven't seen him in a while.
- Me neither.
I haven't seen him since last night.
He's been coming to the dream theater
every night hoping to find something.
What if he never comes back?
Is it going to be like that nightmare?
Guys, wait.
Just calm down, okay?
I'll look for Writer.
Why don't we go see Babi for a change?
Babi?
With Writer gone, we can change the
schedule but will Cheapskate allow it?
It was all white and black...
We'll end up on the street.
I think we can go to Jeju Island.
Babi!
Hi, Yumi!
Babi.
You took the trouble to come here.
It was no trouble.
Whoever can make the trip.
You must be hungry? Let's go eat.
I made a reservation at the pork
cutlet place you wanted to go.
What?
Pork cutlet?
Hail, Babi!
Hail the gourmet master!
Yumi mentioned it in
passing and he remembered.
Oh, you hopelessly sweet man...
It looks like everyone's come out of panic.
Let's go find Writer.
Pork cutlet and peanut ice cream!
I'm so full.
- Yumi.
- Huh?
Hey, you caught me off guard.
But you're so adorable.
Babi, shall we sit over there?
Sure.
What are you thinking?
Just some ideas for a story.
I'm sorry for bringing work here.
The contest is approaching,
and I've still got nothing.
Yumi.
I don't want you to get too stressed.
Once you find a story,
you'll write quickly.
I know how good you are.
I really envy you these days.
It takes a real courage
to go for what you love.
You're making me blush.
But it's certainly fun.
Actually, I was hoping to find inspiration
coming here.
Of course, seeing you is the first reason.
It doesn't matter as long
as we get to be together.
Babi.
Hello?
Anybody here?
Where on earth did I end up coming?
Writer.
Love!
I got completely lost and was so scared.
I don't even know where I am.
Where you should be
heading is the other way.
Come with me.
It's fascinating.
When we first met in the park,
I had no idea we'd end up dating.
I know. You were so weary of me.
Was I?
That's right. He came out of nowhere
and knew her name.
I didn't know he was just trying to return
her favorite umbrella.
Yeah, you were completely smitten
with Woong back then...
We have so many memories with Babi, right?
Yeah, so many happenings too.
Fighting over Babi with Ida...
And sweating over getting caught
when Hanbyul suspected.
It was all so much fun...
Hmm?
Babi, I have a story I want to write about.
All of a sudden?
Yeah. It was right under my nose!
Thanks, Babi.
Come on. Let's go feast on raw mackerel.
What are you going to write about?
It's a secret.
Let's get away, the two of us
leaving everything behind...
Guys, I found it!
- Found it?
- Found what?
Love found Writer.
The power of Love is truly amazing.
You didn't have to see me off.
I feel bad for making
you take time off work.
We can't see each other for a while.
I know... I should go now.
Have a safe flight.
Call me when you arrive.
Okay.
- I'll call you.
- Alright.
Inspiration is surging!
He came to me, borrowing the name
of a little coincidence.
It was a day when I was even lonelier
because I had love.
Yumi?
Hello, I'm Yoo Babi
from the marketing team.
Did you happen to lose an umbrella?
It's in the shape of fried egg.
He performed a magic
that made the coincidence special.
But sometimes, you fail
to notice that magic.
Pollen is bad these days, isn't it?
The allergy is killing me.
He made sure his magic didn't go unnoticed
by displaying even more splendid spectacle.
- I hope the bus doesn't come.
- Pardon?
I want to get to know you better.
What do you mean by that?
I like you, Yumi.
Let's date.
That magic was enough to captivate her,
and he made every passing moment special.
Just in time.
I missed a few contests,
but I did reasonably well.
Where's my phone?
Why is it here?
(Missed Calls: Babi)
Oh.
(Yumi, is everything okay?)
Hello? Yumi!
I didn't see the messages because
I was applying for the contest. Sorry.
Thanks to you, I managed to enter.
You can keep your hopes up about it.
Good job. You must be tired. Take a rest.
Okay.
Yumi.
Yes, Babi.
I love you.
I love you too.
I'll text you when I get off work.
Get some rest.
Okay.
Housekeeping, are you done cleaning?
Yes. Totally.
I can't do any more.
Ugh, time is crawling.
What should we do now?
If there's nothing to do,
perhaps we can go shopp-
Don't even think about it.
How long do we have left?
- Schedule?
- Huh?
I'm so anxious. Give me something to do.
The results will start announcing tomorrow.
Just wait one more day.
What if we win the grand prize?
Grand prize?
Is that Jinx?
Did you just say grand prize?
Then the grand prize she shall never win!
Aw, I imagined winning the contest.
If I imagine something, the
opposite always happens.
No, no. I take it back.
Too late.
She already quit her job.
What are we gonna do
if the results are bad?
Don't get caught up in such thoughts.
You're letting Jinx play your mind.
What you imagine will never happen?
Then Yumi can imagine
what she doesn't want.
Then the opposite will come true, right?
There.
I have a feeling
I'll be rejected from all the contests.
I just have that feeling.
No! I think I should.
Okay, Yumi's wish has been registered.
I'll make sure it comes true.
How come it's suddenly a wish?
Isn't the jinx about
what you imagine never happens?
Ominous premonitions are exceptions.
(Noble Books Contest Announcement)
(Loading)
I will announce the results
of the Noble Books Contest.
The result is...
She didn't pass?
I knew this would happen.
I didn't have expectation because
their style is so different from mine.
Relax, we still have three more left.
Oh, was that the case?
We shouldn't have hired a bus to come.
Guys, guys.
Don't worry, there will be a party soon.
Travel safely and make
sure to come when I call.
But, Writer, what if she gets rejected
from all of them?
That won't happen. That
will never be the case.
So don't worry, Anxiety.
I'll get going then.
Uh... okay.
(Sinchon Contest Announcement)
Kim Yumi... Kim Yumi...
(Romantic Contest Announcement)
Where is Kim Yumi?
(Julie Novel Contest)
It's the big day! I'll
be waiting for your call.
Call me when you know!
And the result is...
(Unfortunately, Ms. Kim Yumi
is not on the list of winners.)
Let's discuss the matters
that need to be finalized this week.
First, we need to finalize the contract
for the product placement deal.
We're yet to agree on the length,
frequency and the exposure...
The person you're calling is not available.
Collaboration with Jeju's specialties...
(Unfortunately, Ms. Kim Yumi
is not on the list of winners.)
(Thank you for your participation.)
You made the fuss about writing
and this is the result?
Why isn't Babi answering?
Didn't he tell her to call him?
Come on, guys. Writer worked so hard.
And Babi probably can't answer
because he's at work.
- Let's go home for now.
- Come on.
Let's go, let's go.
I knew this would happen.
What are we gonna do now?
Don't worry, Anxiety.
Guys, once I polish this piece,
next year's contest is a sure thing.
Give me time until next year.
Quit already, nutjob!
Can you say that with Yumi's bank balance?
We'll starve to death trying for contests.
I can really do this.
Just trust me one more time.
He won't give up easily.
You have to be brutally honest with him.
Be extremely harsh.
What if she really quits?
She'll find another job.
What's there to worry about?
Finding a job might not be easy
considering her age...
Wait, Pride!
Her pride won't allow her to quit
after just one attempt.
She got rejected from four contests.
There's no pride left to hurt.
- But...
- You.
You have no talent.
Accept it.
Let's discuss further after lunch.
Okay.
(Missed Calls: Yumi)
The person you're calling
is not available...
(My love Muse - the absolute last final)
It would be foolish to
continue, wouldn't it?
Babi.
How tough it must be for you.
I missed you.
What about work?
I handled urgent matters.
You okay?
What?
Oh... Yeah, I'm okay.
Maybe writing isn't my path.
I'm happy that I tried.
When would I've ever done this?
Yumi, shall I go back to Seoul?
Why do you say that?
I want to be close to you.
I want to see you when I want,
laugh and cry with you.
I want to live like that.
But Jeju is where you wanted to be.
It was, but I realized
while being away from you.
What I really want is to be with you.
And Yumi...
I think you should check the message.
Hello, Ms Kim Yumi.
I'm Ahn Daeyong,
the editor-in-chief at Julie Agency.
Oh...
I wanted to contact you
to propose a web novel series publication
of the work you submitted
in the contest, "My Love Muse".
Please get in touch.
Yumi, you got it.
Babi.
See? Did you see that?
I did it!
I never imagined it would be published.
I knew you would make it.
Congratulations again, Miss Author.
Thank you, Babi.
Cheers.
Cheers.
- Yumi.
- Yeah?
How about I try something I want like you?
What kind of thing?
A tteokbokki diner.
Really?
Does that mean I can eat
tteokbokki every day?
I love, I love tteokbokki.
He was serious about opening a restaurant.
Do you think I can do it?
Of course!
Your tteokbokki is the best.
To Babi's dream!
To Babi's dream!
Love it.
Stay calm, Kim Yumi. Don't be nervous.
Sorry for keeping you waiting.
The editor-in-chief is here.
Ah, yes.
This is our editor-in-chief.
Hello, I'm Kim Yumi.
Hello. I'm Ahn Daeyong.
Ah, yes.
(Ahn Daeyong, Julie Agency)
We have a long way to go
before it's ready for publication.
- Shall we get down to work?
- Yes, sir.
(New!)
(My Love Muse)
Is she a new writer?
Heart fluttering! Binge-worthy.
Hurry up and give me the next episode!
The female protagonist is my type.
Did you hear that?
The sound of money registering in.
Yumi earned money from writing.
I'm gonna cry.
Your order is here. Enjoy your meal.
Welcome!
Can I order?
Coming!
We were so busy today.
If you didn't help out,
I would've received so many complaints.
I never thought it could get this busy.
I should've come earlier.
It's a great start though,
bustling with so many people.
You'll be rich in no time, Mr. Owner.
I'll do my best, Miss Author.
It's perfect.
Relationship, work... everything.
Doesn't something usually
happen right about now?
What?
Anxiety, you can't be like this always.
I'm not doing it on purpose...
I'll get some water.
Please. I'll bring it for you.
Thanks.
Oh my God, oh my God, oh my God!
Is it finally my time? It's been months.
Shouldn't you check the message?
I can check later.
Maybe you should do it now.
Okay then.
Who is it?
It's the part-timer. She forgot something.
You hired a part-timer?
Yeah, it was getting overwhelming.
She started recently.
Then why were you alone today?
It's her day off. I didn't tell you
because you've been so busy.
One moment. I'll be right back.
Hello? I'm on my way.
You're lucky I was still here.
- Don't be late tomorrow, okay?
- Okay.
Oh, Yumi, say hi.
This is the part-timer, Daeun.
Daeun, Daeun, Daeun...
This is Daeun. Why does he sound so sweet?
He is sweet by nature.
I don't like him being
sweet around the part-timer.
You don't think...
he didn't tell Yumi because she's a girl?
Oh no... No way.
What are you accusing him of?
Don't make wild guesses, Anxiety.
Daeun, this is my girlfriend, Yumi.
Hello.
Oh hi! Hope you take kindly on him.
I should be asking that to him.
You're getting off late.
But it's what I've been wanting to do.
It doesn't feel like work.
What about you? Were you writing?
Yeah...
Has the part-timer left?
Daeun? She helped me close today.
Boss, the bus is here.
Hurry!
The bus is here. I'll call you later.
I should be asking that to him.
Huh?
Cringy... and LAME!
What's with the male lead?
He knows everything like a stalker.
A promising start but a
typical anticlimax. Bye!
The ranking plummeted.
A beginner's luck, short-lived.
Clearly, the writer's never
been in a relationship.
Wh-What's all this?
Stay calm, Kim Yumi.
My... appetite.
Lame? Lacking substance?
How dare they say these shit!
I should just kill myself.
Shut up! Dig quietly if you will.
Can we get some sleep?
Come here.
Go to sleep!
And you? Yumi can't sleep because of you.
Hello... oh, it's you.
- Hi.
- Hey.
What's so funny?
It's nothing. Daeun just laughs a lot.
No! you're hilarious, Boss.
Wait!
Did we just witness
three signs of affection?
Signs of affection?
The involuntary reactions you display
in presence of someone you like.
Daeun's hand!
Daeun's feet!
Daeun's body!
Based on these signals,
you can guess how she feels.
Are you saying she has feelings for Babi?
Not only that!
My eyes never miss a thing.
Look at Babi.
- That's another signal there.
- What about that?
When he met eyes with
Daeun, he looked away.
But he will look at her again.
And that gaze!
Wanting to keep looking
at someone he likes-
What are you talking about?
Only make logical deductions.
What do you think you're doing?
I'm sorry. I was going
to take out the plate.
I'll pay for the broken plate.
That's not the problem. You're bleeding.
And he pushes her onto the table...
What kind of movie are you writing?
I can't stand you suspecting Babi.
But...
What am I doing?
I can't anymore.
I'm off, Boss. See you tomorrow!
You got off work?
Oh, hi! Yes, I'm leaving now.
I bought your coffee too.
Wow, really? Can I take it?
Of course.
Thank you.
Take care.
Yes. Goodbye.
Thanks so much for the coffee.
I met Daeun on the way here.
- Did you?
- Yeah.
Was it your jacket...
that Daeun was wearing?
Oh, that? Well...
It is yours, isn't it?
I thought it might be cold.
If she gets sick, I'll be in trouble, so...
Look at that. He admits to his charges.
Babi is clearly guilty!
Charges? Guilty?
You make it sound like
he's committed a serious crime.
This requires looking at
from a business perspective.
If, as Babi said, Daeun catches a cold
and is unable to come to work,
the decrease in labor will affect
productivity, directly influencing the sales.
Listen to yourself, you fool!
Men don't show kindness to a woman
unless they have feelings for her.
Hear, hear.
You're making a fuss
over a piece of clothing.
Clothes is a very sensitive matter.
What if she doesn't give it back?
Babi only buys expensive stuff.
Crime of not trusting your boyfriend!
Aren't you the guilty ones?
What?
Look. That's not a sign of affection
but consideration.
Don't you get it?
Babi is guilty of inducing
a flutter of the heart.
Babi's friendly actions lead Daeun
to grow feelings for him.
That's right. I would've misunderstood too.
I know what you're saying.
I don't want her to get the wrong idea.
Okay. I'll be careful from now on.
As Babi admitted to all his guilt,
Yumi shall closely observe
Babi's actions going forward.
Babi is guilty.
I can't accept the decision.
What should I do?
Daeun, let's have coffee.
Thank you.
(As the two stand side by
side, leaning on the sink,
(their free hands naturally touch
and they smile shyly at each other.)
Yumi, you must bear the
trolling with fortitude.
If you react sensitively to each comment, you
won't be able to produce a proper piece.
It's not just about the trolling.
I don't know what it's about,
but let's take a one-month break.
Pardon?
But I only just started publishing,
and a break, I don't...
You can't captivate the readers
with your current work.
You gotta brace yourself.
I'm sorry.
I can't breathe.
What the hell is happening?
It's not the waste that's refluxing.
It's depression.
- Depression?
- Yes.
There must be a problem
with the depression treatment center.
I'll go to there right now.
Why is this happening? I'm going nuts.
Hey, what's gone wrong?
I don't know.
Despite the amount of depression,
the filtering system is in order.
I don't know why the alert keeps coming on.
Captain, we've got a problem.
What is it now?
- The purifying water is leaking.
- What?
Why is the purifying water leaking?
Help!
I'll go in and see what the problem is.
Yumi!
- Have you eaten?
- Have you eaten?
Yeah, I ate. What about you?
I ate something.
I told you to take care of your meals,
especially when you're busy.
I've been so busy with deliveries
and teaching the new part-timer.
A new part-timer? What about Daeun?
She quit.
Why? What happened?
Nothing...
Babi.
Actually, she...
I recently developed feelings for someone,
but it wouldn't be right so
I decided not to see him.
What's wrong with liking a person?
I know. There's nothing
wrong with liking someone
unless that person has a girlfriend.
Yumi.
Babi.
Anxiety, what are you doing here?
You're blocking the outlet, preventing
the proper processing of depression.
It created chaos because
depression is overflowing.
Are you doing this deliberately
to give Yumi a hard time?
It's not like that.
I... kept growing bigger and bigger
and thought Yumi was
struggling because of me.
So I thought if I stayed here,
I could go back to how I was.
Then, I can make it
less difficult for Yumi.
That's why I was down here.
Anxiety, the reason you got big
was because you didn't trust Babi.
Babi hasn't changed.
He still loves her.
Don't you think... he was tempted?
Don't you know Babi?
He won't change. His feelings for Yumi
will never change.
No. No matter how much you say that,
I think he changed.
Babi, were you tempted?
You were.
Babi, let's break up.
I'll put it all back.
I didn't expect it to come to this.
He should have just lied.
What can we do?
Let's just focus on reconstructing...
What do you think you're doing?
Love!
Babi was tempted by Daeun.
So what?
What do you mean 'so what'?
He was, for a moment.
Anyone can be, at some point.
Yes, it can happen to anyone.
What's important is that Yumi found out.
Yumi can no longer look at Babi
in the same way again.
If they continue, they
will only hurt each other.
That's right, Love.
Yumi was struggling because of
the constant, budding suspicions.
Don't be so hasty in judging.
Do you think Yumi can be happy without him?
What's wrong with you?
Do you think she'll ever
be happy without me?
Hold on, Yumi.
Yumi!
It was nothing.
Yumi, I don't want to break up with you.
- Yumi.
- Babi.
Even if we stay together, I don't think
I can treat you like nothing happened.
I think this is it for us.
But I still love you.
No...
This can't be happening.
I'll put it back.
I'll put everything back the way it was.
For Yumi, love always comes first.
You ruined everything.
It's all your fault.
Because of your doubts! Your anxieties!
Because you couldn't trust!
Love always comes first for Yumi.
Who are you to take that away from her?
She's happiest when she's in love.
Stop!
Let's say we revert everything.
Then who will be responsible
for the love with Babi afterwards?
What are you talking about? I'm here.
I, the Love Cell!
Love?
Right now, you're not love, you're rage!
That can't be.
That can't be true.
I'm not rage!
Inner Feeling.
Are you okay?
Rational!
Think of something or
we're all going to die!
I've never seen this happen.
I don't know what to do.
Love is afraid.
What do you mean she's afraid?
She is terrified of the void
that Babi will leave behind
more than the breakup.
What should we do about her?
We gotta help her.
Before Yumi... Before Love is more damaged.
Whenever Yumi wavered because of my doubts,
you guys helped Yumi get
away from me, Anxiety.
Yeah, let's help her.
Right, let's help.
- We can do it again.
- Let's help.
Love, Yumi will struggle for a while
but with our help, she can love again.
Help?
You ruined everything
and now you want to help?
You...
She's better off without you.
Stop it, Love.
Love, I know you've been working so hard.
But I don't want to be dragged around
by rage because I'm scared to be alone.
Relationship was my top priority
because I was happiest
when I was in a relationship.
I know what you want to say.
Love's heart made me smile.
Anxiety's worries made me move forward.
And every moment, all of
you were there with me.
It's okay if I'm not in a relationship.
I still want the same thing.
I just want to be happy.
- Don't cry, Love.
- It's okay.
Everything's gonna be okay.
Will I love again?
Can I have this kind of love again?
Will I not regret breaking up with him
after time has passed?
After she announced breakup,
she picked up the phone about 44 times.
And he did the same.
But she didn't press the button.
And he did.
(Babi)
The first time, she hung up.
(Babi)
The second time, she hung up again.
The third time he reached out...
(I'm in front of your place.)
She wavered.
Should I have taken him back?
Given him another chance?'
But she wasn't sure.
She knew she couldn't face him
with the same feelings as before.
What if she can't publish again?
You really got it tough.
Don't worry, I'm confident this time.
Yeah, it'll all work out.
- That's right.
- Yumi worked hard.
- Miss Kim.
- Yes?
What happened to you in that time?
Well...
Your story soaked my heart.
Then...
We'll resume the publication.
Yes!
- Hooray!
- Wow!
I told you I was confident.
How about we celebrate with a steak dinner?
No, a proper celebration
deserves a Louis Vuitton.
She hasn't received a penny
and you're talking about a Vuitton bag?
- Wow, it's light!
- So bright.
We haven't had this in a while. So warm.
Lovely.
Let's go back to work, guys.
Yeah!
Come with us, Anxiety.
Okay.
We might seem single-minded,
biased
and maybe even pathetic.
But there's only one thing we want.
We want Yumi to be happy.
Because we are...
Yumi's cells.
(Yumi's Cells: The Movie)
(Based on the WEBTOON Series "Yumi's Cells"
by Lee Donggeon)
Directed by Kim Da-hee