What Comes After Love (2024) s01e03 Episode Script

1
Thank you.
[MIN JUN]
How did it go, Hong?
Fine. I just got off.
Sounds like you had a tough day.
I guess I did.
Must be because I haven't interpreted for so long.
You're off tomorrow, right?
I'll be getting off work soon.
Do you want to go for a drink?
Sure. I'll call you back later.
Okay.
What is it? Are you all right?
What's going on?
Hong?
Hong!
Did you hit something?
No.
What happened?
Don't worry.
It was nothing.
Are you sure?
Yes.
I'll call you back.
Why aren't you saying anything?
Just go ahead and say it.
If I ever ran into you,
I wanted to ask you something.
I wanted to know what you'd say.
But
I don't think I need to ask anymore.
Whatever it is I wanted to ask
or had to say to you
I don't
remember what it was.
Beni.
I don't know where to begin.
There was so much
I wanted to tell you.
I know
that we've spent too much time
away from each other
and that there's a huge wall between us.
Whatever I have to say
won't be enough to reach you.
I also know running into you like this
will be the last chance I'll ever get.
That's why I don't want to let it go.
That, I can assure you.
I really mean it.
Beni
If I ever gave you the wrong idea about anything,
I want to try and make things right.
Mr. Sasae.
It's already been far too long.
- Beni--
- I'm
getting married soon.
So, please.
Don't say anything.
I thought I'd be able to move on.
Actually
I knew I wouldn't be able to.
But I really didn't expect that you would last
so long in my heart.
Why did you have to come back?
[MIN JUN]
[IT WAS NOTHING]
[WHAT COMES AFTER LOVE]
Look how gorgeous these are.
Hong doesn't have the figure
for a mermaid dress.
Maybe a princess dress
would fit her better.
An open-shouldered one
wouldn't be bad, either.
I should go and pick one for her.
You know it's not your wedding, right?
I would if I could.
I'm all for it, Mom.
All that stress you've been feeling?
It's all because you need more affection.
Let's get you a boyfriend first.
Speak for yourself.
Scoot over, will you?
- I'm home.
- Hey.
Are you
Why do you look so tired?
Min Jun called and told me
that you weren't picking up.
Is something going on?
No, I'm just tired.
Let me get changed first.
Here.
- What's this for?
- Dad asked me to read it, so I did,
and it sounded similar to someone I knew.
I could be wrong, though.
Try it. It's pretty good.
Good night.
WHAT COMES AFTER LOVE
- See you again soon.
- Thank you.
I wanted to ask him why did he just let me cry.
And why he didn't stop me from leaving.
He didn't stop me or even look for me.
So, why did he come back
after all this time?
- Hey!
- Hong!
I didn't know you were coming, Min Jun.
- Why do you look so down?
- What?
Wait. Where's your luggage?
I was in a rush, so
I see.
Welcome back.
I thought you were busy
with the exam these days.
Oh, come on.
I thought you'd be happy to see me.
Of course, I'm happy.
Let's go see Dad at the hospital first.
At the hospital?
[PATIENT NAME: CHOI]
Dad!
There's my little girl.
- Are you all right?
- Of course, I am.
- It's not that serious.
- Why are you back?
I thought you were never coming home.
You should have told me, still.
- It's not like you did when you left!
- Come on. Don't start.
- It's been ages since we saw her.
- Who are you worrying about?
Come on, Honey. That's enough.
Welcome home. Did you eat yet?
Here you go.
I got you some coffee.
Thanks.
Is my dad really going to be okay?
He got over the worst of it.
He'll get better after some more treatment.
Thanks, by the way.
Rock told me everything.
I heard you dealt with everything
when he collapsed.
I should have been there for him.
Don't say that.
When my parents went to the States,
your parents took such good care of me.
It's the least I could do.
Even still. Thanks for everything.
Hong.
Yes?
What happened when you were in Japan?
What?
Just a second.
Sorry. They want me in the ER.
You must be tired.
Go home and get some rest.
I'll call you.
Okay.
Sign here and here as well.
I put up the building
for the loan like you asked,
but they said we'll have to wait
to see if it clears.
I'm putting you through
a lot of trouble, aren't I?
Yes. A whole bunch.
- So you'd better get well soon.
- Fine. I will.
What are those scripts over there, anyway?
- Mr. Han sent in some more of his work.
- Another one?
Everyone quit, so I'm proofreading this one, too.
You must be starving.
How have you still not eaten?
The fridge was completely empty.
- Let's just eat.
- Thank you for the meal.
WHAT COMES AFTER LOVE
I assured myself then.
That it was all over.
What happened was just a passing moment.
But the two of us
were both trying desperately.
He was trying to run into me and I was trying to avoid him.
- Hello. You're early.
- No, I just got here.
- I'm so sorry about yesterday.
- Don't be.
Ms. Choi was there to help us,
so it went well.
Right.
This is Ms. Miyazawa Hiroko.
She'll be working
as your interpreter from now on.
Hello, Mr. Sasae.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
It's a pleasure to meet you, too.
I found it interesting that you included a poem by Yun Dong Ju in your recent work.
Is there a favorite line or poem
that was written by the poet?
"I found it interesting that you included a poem by Yun Dong Ju in your recent work.
Is there a favorite line or poem
that was written by the poet?"
Mr. Sasae?
I'm so sorry. What was the question again?
I'll make sure to.
- Thank you for your time.
- Thank you.
Let's go.
That was great. Thank you.
You have about an hour
before the next interview.
Would you like me to get you some coffee?
Yes, please. Thank you.
- By the way
- Yes? What is it?
Will the lady from yesterday
be joining us today?
Do you mean Ms. Choi Hong?
Do you need to talk to her?
No. Don't worry about it.
Actually, is there a number
where I can reach her?
Her number?
Yes.
I'm sorry.
I don't think I'm allowed
to give you her number.
Right, of course.
Do you know where she lives?
I think she lived in a district called Bundang.
- Bundang?
- Yes.
I heard she lived near a lake in the area.
That's as far as I am aware.
I see.
A lake
Jungo!
What's up with him?
I heard he got dumped.
What are you looking at me for?
I broke up with him ages ago.
Right?
I thought you two got back together or something.
Some people get back together
after breaking up.
He must be doing well for himself.
That must be why he's got no time to write.
Here I am, writing every day,
and I barely get anything done.
But he's out getting girls all the time.
- No wonder he's got no time to write.
- Right.
Oh, well. What's the point of writing, anyway?
Why can't I be more like him?
Can I have one?
I do feel a bit upset.
You didn't have such a hard time
when we broke up.
I haven't broken up yet.
Is that how she sees it, too?
If you really miss her that much,
shouldn't you try to get her back?
You should do whatever it--
You don't know what you're talking about.
I know enough.
I know you probably haven't said anything
or even sent her a message
when you obviously miss her so much.
Jungo.
If you're having such a hard time
why don't we get back together?
I thought you were busy.
You're the star of our publishing house.
I felt bad having you here all by yourself.
And the project in Korea
was pretty important for the company, too.
Everyone's taking really good care of me here.
You've got nothing to worry about.
I know, but still.
I thought you'd be really excited
if I came to surprise you like this.
Could you at least act like
you're happy to see me?
I am happy.
I'm leaving on Tuesday for Fukuoka anyway.
I'm meeting Mr. Kudo.
So, I'll keep you company until then.
Thanks.
- Send Mr. Kudo my regards.
- Sure.
Let's go get some dinner
when you're done with the interview.
Hello. You must be Ms. Kobayashi.
- Yes.
- It's a pleasure to meet you.
- I'm Lee Min Jae from Sodam Books.
- Pleased to meet you.
We've only met in online meetings before.
It's great to finally meet you in person.
Likewise, Ms. Kobayashi.
I heard that you've been
taking great care of Mr. Sasae.
Thank you for your assistance.
I should be the one thanking you two.
Mr. Sasae is a very special person to me.
Please keep taking good care of him.
This should be better than something thick, right?
What?
Right.
Let's go with this one, then.
Okay. And what about your tie?
Did you have anything in mind?
I think you'd look better
in a bow tie than a standard one.
Which one should I go with?
- Hey.
- What?
Right.
- I think they're both nice.
- Me too.
It's hard to pick something
when he looks good in anything, right?
Why do you have to be so good-looking?
Let's go with the bow tie, then.
Do you want to try the second shirt on again?
- Sure.
- Great. This way, please.
What's going on?
You know this is your wedding, right?
Just tell them if you don't like the suit.
- It's not that.
- What is it then? Is it Min Jun?
Hey!
How could you say something like that?
What?
Why are you so angry?
Honestly!
Are you ready to try on the dresses?
What's taking you so long? You don't like it?
Can't you at least show us what it looks like?
Do you think she fainted because it looked so good?
Do I have to put a stop to this wedding?
What are you talking about?
It's just the cheesy comments.
I don't know if she can put up with it
for the rest of her life.
- Are you jealous?
- Excuse me?
Could you turn toward the mirror?
Does it feel uncomfortable?
Well
Is it supposed to feel like this?
It's not exactly your everyday dress.
Most people find it awkward at first.
It looks so good, though!
It's not easy to pull this one off,
but it looks like it was made for you.
You look absolutely stunning!
I'll wait for you outside.
Remember to give her a big smile, okay?
Oh, of course.
I'm regretting it.
For the past five years
I've never once forgotten about her.
It's so pretty.
It's hard trying on dresses, isn't it?
- You must be exhausted.
- No. It was fun.
But the dresses weren't my style. That's all.
It's okay. I didn't like this place either.
I'll call a few more places.
Let's call it a day and get something good.
We haven't had tripe in a while.
It's your favorite, isn't it?
- Tripe?
- Oh, right.
We'll just have to go without you
since you can't handle it.
I feel like having a girl's night out tonight.
Is that all right?
Well, sure.
You two can go and enjoy yourselves tonight.
Thank you.
- Let me borrow her just for today.
- Okay.
- It's okay. Go.
- Come on.
- See you!
- See you.
This is so good.
Don't you think the open-shouldered
one was much better?
- It was so pretty.
- My arms are so flabby, though
I'm going on a diet starting tomorrow.
What a joke. You're basically just skin and bones.
Hong.
Are you having second thoughts?
- About what?
- The wedding.
I mean, he's handsome, has a great job,
and was like a son when your dad got sick.
You got yourself a keeper,
but you looked so upset
whenever you tried on a new dress.
It felt like I was at a funeral!
Just break it off.
What's he got to lose?
I bet there's a line of girls
who would die to marry him.
What's with the long face?
I feel bad now.
What's with the look?
What's wrong, Hong?
Ji Hui.
What is it?
He's here.
He's in Seoul.
Who are you talking about?
Jungo
Jungo was always on the move.
I've never seen him just sitting around.
Not even once.
Are you okay?
I'm okay.
But even when he was busy,
I always wanted to be by his side.
I wanted to know everything about him
and be involved in everything he did.
I wanted to be a part of him.
I kept you waiting for too long, didn't I?
You should've gone without me.
It's fine.
It's been a while
since we walked home together.
It's so nice.
- Has it been that long?
- Yeah.
I'm hungry.
- Shall we stop by the convenience store?
- Sure!
Let's go.
- Is it good?
- Yes.
- Beni?
- Yes?
Can I have a bite?
That's enough!
Back then,
I didn't know what it meant.
I simply thought
that was normal for people in love.
Goodbye.
Are you sure you'll be okay without me?
I feel so bad leaving you by yourself.
- Sorry for going without you.
- Don't be.
People were born to be alone.
Hong.
Stop doing that.
Stop pretending to be fine
when you're not.
I know that it's tough sometimes.
You can tell me anything.
It's okay to tell me
when you're feeling down.
Got it?
I'm actually fine.
There you go again.
Call me when you get to Seoul.
Come here.
Jungo can take care of you now.
Don't cry too much when I'm gone.
- I won't! Just go. Get on the bus.
- See you!
Jungo. Let's close up and have a drink.
- Oh, no, thanks.
- There's still time before the first bus.
- I have plans tomorrow.
- Just stay for one!
Listen.
It's Nana's birthday today.
I need you to be my wingman,
so help me out!
Come and have a drink, Jungo!
- Yes, come on.
- Take a seat here.
Come on, let's have a drink.
Come on, Jungo!
Back then,
I was reckless and didn't know
how to express my feelings.
So?
- What about the house?
- We're moving soon.
- Where to?
- We're moving to Bundang.
Isn't Bundang too far from your school?
Yeah, it's pretty far.
Three hours there and back.
Whatever.
I wish I could move out like you.
What about Dad?
- How's he doing?
- What do you think?
His life's work
is about to get closed down.
He's all over the place these days.
Hey, did you get into graduate school?
- What?
- Haven't you heard back from them yet?
No, I have.
I failed.
- You must be so upset.
- It's probably for the better.
It was too expensive, anyway.
[DOSHISHA UNIVERSITY ACCEPTANCE LETTER]
Hey, Miss.
You're always running alone.
Fancy a drink?
Hold on! Just stay for one.
Are you all right?
Miss! It's only one drink!
Hey, come back!
Excuse me!
Is everything okay?
Are you all right?
I'm sorry.
Your friend's not answering his phone.
You're welcome to stay for longer.
I see.
I'll be okay.
Thank you.
- Will you be all right by yourself?
- Yes.
I'm sure.
Thank you for everything.
[ISHIGAMI HOSPITAL]
Fortunately, it doesn't look too serious.
It might be tough to go home
with your leg in a cast.
Do you have anyone to help you?
Just a moment, please.
[YUN OH]
Good evening, gents. Come on in.
This way, please.
A party of three.
[BENI]
Thank you, that's 30,000 yen.
Here's your change of 120 yen.
This is your statement, receipt,
and medication.
- Have a good night.
- Thank you very much.
All done.
I'm so sorry.
I feel bad for causing you trouble.
Don't say that.
It's really no trouble at all.
- Don't forget your medicine.
- Thank you so much for your help.
- Can you manage?
- Yes, I'll be fine.
Did you lose your phone?
No
- We were completely swamped tonight.
- I'm sure.
You're always busy with work, Jungo.
I'm always second to everything else.
Come on, Beni. Don't say that.
But it's true.
You don't even know what I'm worried about
or what's going on with me these days.
I'm so sorry
about what happened today.
Today?
If you're sorry,
you should quit all your jobs.
Come on, Beni.
Work is like a life lesson
for aspiring writers like me.
You know that.
On top of that,
I need to work to pay for college.
But what about me?
What am I to you, Jungo?
I was at a police station
and even went to hospital.
Doesn't any of that matter to you?
- That's not what I meant--
- Why do I always have to be alone?
How are you alone, Beni?
We go to bed
and wake up together every day.
I
I
I only work because I want to be with you.
I'm doing everything I can
to be by your side.
You know what?
I really don't see it.
I don't think
you're doing everything you can.
I can't stand this.
I have no one else I can vent to.
You're the only one I have around.
Loneliness can make a person feel anxious.
Solitude
makes love feel weaker.
And
when youth is added to the mix,
everything
becomes precarious.
Hey, just forget it. Forget all about it.
It's all good now.
So, you said to that guy
You told that good-looking guy
what the deal was, right?
You told him you're getting married soon.
Yes. I did.
- I told him straight out.
- Well done.
- There's no reason for you to see him again, anyway.
- That's right.
As long as the interpreter shows up,
or unless I run into him
on the streets out of the blue,
I won't ever have to see him again.
- One more drink!
- Yes!
I'm down. Excuse me, sir.
Can you drop us off
at the street bar up ahead?
- Hey, ma'am!
- Ta-da!
We're here.
- Look who's here!
- Did you miss us?
Sure did.
- Min Jun!
- Min Jun?
Hey!
I need to stop by my house.
You two can start without me.
- Why are you going home?
- What?
A package.
- I was supposed to receive a package!
- A package?
It's a really important package.
I can't believe I forgot.
Hong. I better get going.
- Sorry. I'm in such a rush.
- Hey!
Bye.
- We were just meant to be.
- How can you have this without me?
I've still got some left over. See?
Here you go.
- Can we get another bottle of soju?
- Sure thing.
Pour me a glass.
Yes, ma'am.
It's so nice to get dinner
with just the two of us.
When did we last go on a date like this?
Yun Oh.
- "Yun Oh"?
- Doesn't it sound nice?
Apparently, that's how your name is
pronounced in Korean.
Your interpreter told me.
So, what are you bothered about now?
What do you mean?
Well, you seem bothered
by something I don't know about.
But you always know
what I'm thinking about.
No, I don't.
You're the only one, Jungo
who I could never get a read on.
That might be why I feel like I do.
You already know, don't you?
About what?
The fact that I'm not just here for work.
The thing is
I'm actually here
to take you back, Jungo.
I've been waiting
for you to fall back in love with me.
I've been waiting for five years.
Wait
Did you
meet her?
What is it?
Why do you keep staring at me like that?
Looking at me makes me feel safe.
When I look at you
it's like I'm looking at a lake.
A lake?
So
How long have I looked like a lake to you?
We were just friends, right?
Let's see.
The day you arrived at the airport.
Hong!
Welcome back.
That's when I thought
I should muster up the courage.
Seriously?
But I looked terrible that day.
I know, right?
But, you know what?
I must've really missed you
while you were in Japan.
You have no idea how happy I was
knowing that you were back home.
- Min Jun
- Yes?
I
I might be much worse than you think.
Is that so?
I can't wait to see.
Thank you.
The thing is
- I actually have--
- Here.
Eat some food before it gets cold.
Just enjoy the food and drink.
I'd like that for now.
One day,
you might have a change of heart,
and you might even forget
what you were going to say.
They say that feelings change.
We constantly change as we live.
You must be exhausted. Get some rest.
What about you, Kanna?
I don't think I can sleep like this.
I might grab a drink at the bar first.
All right.
Well, I'll see you tomorrow then.
Jungo.
Yes?
When I see people clinging
to their memories,
it makes me feel sad.
Sleep tight.
Thanks.
- Get home safely.
- I will.
I know it's a hassle,
but take a warm shower before bed.
I don't want you to catch a cold.
Okay. I will.
- Goodbye.
- Bye.
[JAPAN'S RISING AUTHOR, SASAE HIKARI,
MAKES HIS FIRST TIME APPEARANCE IN KOREA]
[WHAT COMES AFTER LOVE]
If I ever ran into you,
I wanted to ask you something.
I wanted to know what you'd say.
But I don't think I need to ask anymore.
Whatever it was I wanted to ask
or had to say to you
I don't
remember what it was.
- Beni--
- I'm
getting married soon.
Kanna?
Marry me, Jungo.
[WHAT COMES AFTER LOVE]