No Way Out: The Roulette (2024) s01e04 Episode Script
Episode 4
1
THE PLACES, CHARACTERS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND
INCIDENTS IN THIS DRAMA ARE FICTITIOUS.
[protestors chanting in distance]
[reporter] Mayor Ahn of Hosan City
has been summoned by the prosecution.
Mayor Ahn Myeongja
established a partnership
with an asset management company
based in Hong Kong
and created a startup investment fund
with 280 billion won
of Hosan City's finances.
Multiple civic groups based in Hosan City
have reported to the prosecution
that the asset management company,
operating the fund, is a shell company.
A representative claimed
the asset management company
is owned under a borrowed name
by the eldest son
of an assemblyman
who's been elected seven times.
The prosecution has already summoned
-[crowd clamoring]
-[camera shutters clicking]
I'll fully cooperate
with the investigation.
[protestors yelling]
OUT WITH THIEF AHN MYEONGJA
TRACK AHN MYEONGJA'S ACCOUNTS
[protestors yelling in distance]
So the prosecution is saying
that I embezzled funds
intended for investments
in our youth startups.
Is that correct?
Yes, that's right.
Sir,
there are young people dreaming
of becoming the next Bill Gates
or Elon Musk in Hosan City.
Do you know how many?
I'm sure there are a lot.
You've only been
working for the prosecution.
So you wouldn't know
what's going on in the world.
But it really is sad and old-fashioned.
Isn't it our generation's duty
to pave the way
for the young people who dream?
It would help if you thought bigger
as a prosecutor.
[scoffs]
You're right, I don't know
what's going on in the world these days,
but I am fully aware
that the overseas investment institution
is a shell company based in The Bahamas,
which passed through Hong Kong.
Thinking big is a good thing,
but isn't it
too complicated?
You can't smoke in here.
I wondered where the media
got their sources.
It was from the prosecution.
Seokhwan, we're alumni.
What year did you graduate?
-Excuse me?
-[Myeongja laughs]
What?
Did I upset you?
There's no need for formalities here.
You can just call me Myeongja.
Myeongja,
given that 280 billion won
of the city's budget is involved,
shouldn't it be monitored?
Assuming 20%
is the broker's commissioning fee
and 10% for operating the shell company,
they might pretend to execute
a few projects to show the media
that they're performing well.
After a little promotion,
they'll end up with 80 billion won
in profit.
Or maybe 90 billion won?
Seokhwan,
I'm destined to be the future president.
Privatizing the youth startup fund?
I'm someone who invests in public image.
My DNA is fundamentally different
from other politicians'.
All of those young people
will become my voters.
God I know our country
is a kingdom of prosecutors,
but I'm a mayor of over a million people.
It seems like you underestimate me.
Ms. Ahn Myeongja,
don't underestimate the re-election.
[exhales]
Chief Prosecutor Koo Seokhwan,
you've been smirking while I was talking.
You shouldn't do that.
I'm the type to spit on a smiling face.
Oh, right
I've been curious about this.
Did you vote for me?
[Seokhwan chuckles]
I can hardly remember now.
But I don't think I voted for you.
VIDEO INVESTIGATION ROOM
I knew it
[theme music playing]
NO WAY OUT: THE ROULETTE
20 BILLION WON FOR NOTORIOUS CRIMINAL
MASKED MAN'S TARGET, KIM GUKHO
WHO'S THE MASKED MAN BEHIND THE HIT?
Look at the prosecutors
who have developed a taste for politics.
They try to oppress opposing factions
for their own political purposes,
and it's appalling.
The citizens aren't fools.
They can try to embellish themselves,
but historically, they are nothing more
than a gang of power-hungry thugs.
I, Ahn Myeongja, will not lose.
I won't allow the vile mindset
of these predatory wolves,
driven by a delusional sense
of superiority and elitism,
to destroy the few remaining opportunities
that are left for our youth.
I, Ahn Myeongja,
will overcome this, not for my future
EP04. EXIT STRATEGY
but for the future of our young people.
[reporter] Do you deny the allegations?
[protestor 1] You call yourself a mayor?
[protestor 2] Just step down!
[protestor 3] Have you no pride?
[protestor 4] You look down on the people!
You thief!
[protestor 5] Ahn Myeongja's a thief!
[ringing]
Sir, are you busy?
[assistant] Mr. Lee's
at an event right now,
so he can't get on the phone.
Didn't you tell him I called?
I let him know.
The event is running over.
Tell him it's urgent
and that I'll wait until he answers!
I'll tell him to call.
I said, I'll wait!
Go inside and tell him!
I'm sorry.
-[beeping]
-[Myeongja] Damn it!
[exhales]
[phone vibrating]
What? I'm busy.
[Myeongja's husband]
You make the prosecution
raid the school now?
-What?
-These punks
are taking everything
including irrelevant things!
What did they say?
Put the person in charge on!
Why would you take that?
It's just a clock.
-Put them on!
-Fucking hell.
You bastards
This is Koo Seokhwan.
Do you have any questions?
Hi, Seokhwan.
Should I go to your wife's place of work
and cause a fuss?
You don't think I will?
Myeongja, that's not what we're doing.
We have a warrant.
What are we supposed to do?
We have to pretend at least.
That's the law.
[scoffs] The law?
Yeah, sure.
Do what you do best. Search my parents,
siblings, and relatives.
I wouldn't be in politics
if that scared me.
Mayor Ahn,
we're busy too.
But,
there are too many bad people
in the world.
We're short on time, so cooperate
or bitch about it to the judge.
[beeping]
So he really wants to do this?
Okay.
Fucking okay! Fuck
[host] Next, we'll present
the appreciation plaques.
Please welcome Mr. Lee Bongsu,
the representative of Gukmin Party.
[applause]
60TH ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY OF
THE COUNCIL OF KOREAN INDUSTRIES
On behalf of our council,
this plaque is presented to recognize
your outstanding political leadership
and insight
that contributed
to Korea's economic development
[applause in distance]
Mayor Ahn
Mayor Ahn.
Hey,
I'm in no mood to dance around with you.
I'm not fucking around, so move.
-Mayor Ahn!
-Hey!
Are you insane? How dare you touch me?
Move.
[Bongsu] I would like to congratulate
the Council of Korean Industries
on their 60th anniversary.
Isn't it true
that companies are the backbone
of a country?
Every country has companies.
Companies must do well
Yes, companies must do well
for employees to prosper.
Also, employees
Yes.
So in the end,
companies must do well
for the people of our nation to prosper.
Yes
Please, wait in the room.
[Bongsu] Hey, you couldn't stop her?
[assistant] I'm sorry.
She was very stubborn.
Where's the salt? Bring it to me.
You punk.
How dare you come here
after causing all that trouble?
And you call yourself a politician?
You should be afraid
of what people might think.
Sir,
if we shared a meal together,
shouldn't you help with the dishes?
What did you say?
Are you threatening me right now?
Of course not.
Isn't this why we have
the political party?
People might think
I took it all for myself.
[sighs]
Step down from your position
and undergo the investigation.
I believe I've done
-as much as I could during this time.
-[Myeongja laughs]
[Myeongja laughing]
[Myeongja] Sir,
I'm sorry, but I have a frozen shoulder.
I can't carry the burden.
My shoulder hurts.
If you keep changing the judges
and drag it out,
you'll get a suspended sentence.
You know
that this is the best you can do.
[exhales]
Wouldn't it be easier if I gave them
the list of those who joined in?
[chuckles]
Myeongja.
Myeongja,
you can't give them that.
You'll go down too. Right?
[laughs]
Our party
has changed its name several times
for over half a hundred years.
Do you think you're the first
of your kind to come along?
[Myeongja chuckles]
Still, we survived.
We begged in the dirt,
banged our heads against the asphalt,
and did so much more.
The party continued to survive.
[Myeongja laughs]
What a touching story.
It's making me cry.
If you're going to betray the party,
you'll need to brace yourself.
How terrifying.
Yes, sir.
Thank you for your answer.
-[scoffs]
-[door closes]
She's become too pretentious.
[exhales]
[Byeongmin] My internal source says
nothing was found at the school.
[Myeongja] They're just harassing us
on purpose! Those assholes.
The internal source also says
the decision to detain you
will be made within 48 hours.
[Myeongja sighs]
Did you grease up the media?
Yes, but as always,
NTBC is being troublesome.
More importantly,
the media is fussing
about the 20 billion won.
Thankfully, there's less attention on you.
"Thankfully," my fucking ass.
How will I get re-elected next year
at this rate?
Exactly. The party could
help a little at a time like this.
[Myeongja laughs]
Ah.
I think they abandoned me.
Pardon?
They asked me
to take the blame and resign.
[Byeongmin sighs]
GRAND HOSAN HOTEL
[Myeongja] The view here is great.
I just noticed it today.
You're right.
-Here.
-Okay.
-Byeongmin.
-Yes?
Let's see it.
Yes.
It's about time we did it.
We need courage right now.
[exhales]
Boom, boom.
Boom, boom.
[singing]
Go number one! One! ♪
Candidate number one, Ahn Myeongja! ♪
Hosan will rise with Ahn Myeongja ♪
She has a heart of gold ♪
She's a skilled mayor ♪
Dedication comes ♪
Before her own interests ♪
I will trust her ♪
[both singing]
Ahn Myeongja, number one! ♪
[Byeongmin singing]
She works tirelessly ♪
[Myeongja grunts]
For the citizens ♪
The safety of Hosan City ♪
Leave it to her ♪
A trustworthy and righteous person ♪
[Myeongja grunting]
I will trust her ♪
[both singing]
Ahn Myeongja, number one ♪
-[explosion]
-[Byeongmin] Oh, my God!
[Myeongja gasps] What? What was that?
[Byeongmin] Mayor Ahn,
I think it was an explosion.
[Myeongja exclaims in frustration]
Damn it
[ringing]
[stuttering] Director,
there was
That's That's Sanga-dong!
Something exploded around Sanga-dong!
Was it a gas explosion?
[Gwangyong] Yes, Mayor Ahn.
We're checking now.
-We're contacting the local offices.
-Don't call them! It's not that far!
Just go check it yourself!
Don't you have a car? Do you want mine?
-I am in front of Kim Gukho's home
-[siren wailing]
where an explosion just occurred.
The scene looks like
a battlefield right now.
It's very chaotic.
A short while ago, a car parked
in front of Kim Gukho's house
suddenly exploded,
resulting in casualties and injuries.
It's been reported that a citizen,
and a police officer,
are among the casualties,
which is causing a shock.
The police have obtained
witness statements
that an unidentified man
crossed the police cordon
and ran towards the car
just before the explosion.
They're investigating without
-ruling out terrorism.
-[Joongsik] Gwangil.
[siren wailing]
[sighs]
Hey,
take care of Kim Gukho.
Okay. You take care of your wound.
[Joongsik sighs wearily]
[exhales]
[Joongsik breathing heavily]
[Gwangyong] Fortunately,
there was no impact on the gas lines,
so no additional explosions are expected.
Nearby residential properties, two trees,
three streetlights, one vehicle,
and one motorcycle have sustained damage.
The relevant department is assessing
the exact extent of the damage.
[Myeongja] Is that all?
[Gwangyong] Excuse me?
Yes, as of now.
So to everyone here now,
the trees are important?
Why not investigate how many
sidewalk blocks need to be replaced?
A bomb exploded.
How many people died or were hurt?
Where were they taken for treatment?
Were there enough ambulances and ERs?
Shouldn't we know these things instead?
[Gwangyong] Well
Uh
The police are currently
compiling the figures now.
Well
We're not sure what seri
[virtual assistant] Yes, Gwangyong.
[Myeongja] Gwangyong?
Yes, ma'am.
Would you be like this
if your family were hurt?
Aren't you all sitting here
getting texts and calls
because it's not really your problem?
Get out there and get to work!
See how many citizens were hurt,
if they had enough ambulances,
and where they were hospitalized.
Stop talking about job responsibilities,
departments, and the person in charge!
[all] Yes, ma'am.
All you do is say yes.
Everyone, get out there.
Do you not understand me?
Fuck! Get out!
[sighs]
[reporter on TV] Breaking news.
[Masked Man] Guys,
I'm about to get pissed.
Do you think this is right? Do you?
I told you to kill Kim Gukho.
Did I tell you to set off a bomb
where people were gathered?
Is this a war?
Someone will fire missiles at this rate.
Damn it!
Starting now,
any injuries to civilians
will be considered a foul, got it?
Even the Masked Man himself
has expressed anger over situations,
such as the bombing incident,
-where civilians are harmed.
-Are you having fun?
-[reporter] On the other hand
-Do you want some popcorn?
[reporter] there are negative comments
about how the Masked Man
is skillfully avoiding responsibility.
The families of the deceased
and those who were injured
by this explosion
-Byeongmin?
-Yes?
When one door closes, another one opens.
Excuse me?
[Myeongja] The heavens
have dropped me a lifeline.
THE BEREAVED ENRAGED
[Byeongmin] What do you mean?
That asshole could become our savior.
"To protect the rights
of the citizens in Hosan city
to live safely and happily,
the notorious criminal Kim Gukho
must be pushed out of the city."
The hero that protects the citizens.
How's that sound?
Yes, well, procedurally,
there are no issues. However
if the opposing party mentions
human rights or the Constitution,
it could become controversial.
Byeongmin,
politics is all about timing and sense.
We must jump into the fire
if there's an issue.
I'm in no position to be picky.
I have a knife to my throat.
Okay? The Constitution? Human rights?
Fuck all of that.
Hey,
one false move, and we have to live
with our tail between our legs forever.
You and I jumped through hoops
to get here. We can't turn back now.
There's no turning back. No way.
Never!
He'll go straight into surgery
once he becomes stable.
Don't worry too much.
What if he dies?
No.
That won't happen.
[chuckles] Look at Gwangil's body.
He'll overcome this.
By the way, here.
-Use this for now.
-No, it's fine.
-Eunsu.
-Yes?
Say, "Thank you, Mister."
-Thank you.
-Good job.
-Tell your mom to buy you something yummy.
-Okay.
Please, you can accept this.
I feel so terrible.
Why would you feel that way?
We're sorry.
[sobbing]
Eunsu, sit down.
[exhales]
[phone vibrating]
JUHO
-Hey.
-[Juho] Where are you?
Come see Gwangil's wife.
I'm coming up.
What about his surgery? Did he go in?
They say we have to wait
until he's stable.
[slurping]
OPEN NEWSPAPER
VIEW OPEN PETITION
YOON CHANGJAE
STRENGTHEN THE PUNISHMENT FOR STALKING
AND TAKE ACTION AGAINST SUSPECTS
HELLO, I'M A 44-YEAR-OLD WOMAN AND I RUN
A SMALL BUSINESS IN JEONGMUN-DONG,
HOSAN CITY.
This fucking bitch.
EAR CLEANING SERVICE
PRINCESSES' CHATTER
[woman shuddering]
-[woman] You're back.
-Yes, hi.
A guest.
[Byeongmin] Are you
Kim Gukho's legal representative?
-Yes, I am.
-[gaming sounds on phone]
-I
-Crap!
Yes, let's go.
Sure.
[Sangbong] So, one billion won?
Yes, 200 million won a year,
one billion won in total.
We'll pay you all in cash.
There's only one condition.
[Sangbong] You must leave Hosan City
and not return for five years.
One billion won.
[Gukho scoffs] Fuck.
People just throw around money.
One billion won?
I get what you're saying,
but why?
[Sangbong sighs]
Well, there's no politician who wants
to see their district get chaotic.
[Gukho scoffs]
As long as I can take my son,
I don't care where I go.
What do you think, Mr. Lee?
Well, I think you should
play hard to get.
[Sanghun] Damn it.
[Taegeom] Chief Won!
We found him!
[Sanghun] Who?
[Taegeom] The Masked Man.
YouTV found his trace and sent it over.
That's better.
-Let him know.
-Okay.
The file contained an IP address.
We've pinpointed the location.
-Is it Korea?
-Yes, it's Hosan City.
-Where in Hosan?
-[officer] Well, Hosan City
Wait. We got the IP address,
so why is it
What? It just changed again!
What are you saying?
No, it's just Well
-Give me one more hour, sir.
-[phone vibrating]
We almost got him!
What the hell are you saying?
[officer] Hey! What's going on?
What are you saying? Track it again, punk!
[Sanghun] Damn it. How disgraceful.
Goodness.
I'm sorry.
Ah.
Get the Criminal Division
and request backup from special unit.
Still, we have to be the ones
who catch him.
-Got it?
-Yes, sir.
[knock on door]
Chief, you have a guest.
Who is it?
[Myeongja] Did you hear?
We'll handle the legal procedures.
That's my seat
[Sanghun exhales]
All responsibilities
for the security or protection
related to Kim Gukho will be assumed
by Gangwon Provincial Police.
By the way,
did Kim Gukho say he'd leave?
You don't have to worry about that.
He'll leave.
We're going to move him tonight,
so you just need to help
transport him safely.
[sighs] But
what if something happens
during transport?
I'll take responsibility. Don't worry.
Responsibility is one thing,
but the citizens are watching.
Don't we have the same goal?
You, too, don't want any trouble
happening on your turf, do you?
We might catch the culprit soon.
Then there's no reason to move him.
It only increases the risk.
Then catch him!
Catch the culprit.
Just delay the announcement
to the media a little bit.
It's a win-win situation for us both.
I become a hardworking mayor
who only thinks of the citizens.
You become a competent police officer
who protects the citizens.
Well?
What about the reporters?
They'll be there on time.
Some cable channels are missing,
but it won't really matter.
Transport vehicle, police forces.
The more the better, okay?
Make sure to get a good photo angle.
-What about content creators?
-I recruited them.
Reporters these days have no power.
Hire anyone who can make
the biggest impact.
Tell them we'll pay handsomely.
Okay. Mayor Ahn, I was wondering,
can we push it back two hours?
Why?
Wouldn't it be better to sync it
with the evening news?
You get there first
and do some strategic maneuvering.
It'll be more dramatic.
Okay, not bad.
Good idea!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] The government
should take responsibility
and protect the citizens!
[protestors] Protect the citizens!
Protect the citizens!
Mister! Is someone coming today?
[lead protestor] Protect the citizens!
[protestors] Protect the citizens!
Protect the citizens!
-[Myeongja] Is it ready?
-Ma'am.
HBS is still on their way.
There's a lot of traffic.
How are those reporters slower
than YouTV streamers?
-What about the others?
-They're all ready.
Then let's just start.
Their news starts at 9:00 p.m. anyway.
Yes, let's go.
[sighs]
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
FROM MAYOR AHN MYEONGJA
[protestors clamoring]
-[man 1] The mayor's here?
-[man 2] You're right.
[man 3] What are you doing?
[man 4] You should be ashamed!
[man 5] What do you think you're doing?
[woman 1] Just get out of here.
-[man 3] What took you so long to come?
-[woman 2] How could a mayor
[indistinct chatter]
-Lee Sangho was 21 years old.
-[chatter stops]
He was scheduled to be discharged
from the military police next month.
Park Inhye was 32 years old.
She had quit her job last month
[crying] and was preparing
for her trip to Spain.
-[Myeongja sniffs]
-[camera shutters clicking]
Last night,
our friends and family
died or were hurt here.
People we never should've lost.
I think
this could've been prevented!
If only Kim Gukho wasn't here!
[man 7] What's she saying?
[indistinct chatter]
Right now,
I'm not here as the mayor of Hosan City.
I'm here as a friend and family member
of Lee Sangho and Park Inhye.
I promise you all.
I will send Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors clapping, cheering]
A criminal's human rights!
Constitutional rights!
[crowd continues to cheer, applaud]
How many more friends and family members
must we lose over such trivial reasons?
Why should we make these sacrifices?
[protestors] Hear, hear!
[protestors] Hear, hear!
Kim Gukho!
Let's talk!
Please, talk to me!
I will not leave this place
until you have a talk with me!
[protestors clapping, cheering]
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Wow, this politician is incredible.
[scoffs] It's just crocodile tears.
[Gukho] She knows how to put on a show.
[assistant] Mayor Ahn, here's a cushion.
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
MAYOR AHN MYEONGJA
FACES OFF WITH NOTORIOUS DEMON
Okay.
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-Hello.
-Hey.
Where's the kid?
She'll be here soon. She had to pee.
-She'll be here soon.
-The kid is the key here.
Make her rehearse again.
-Yes, sir.
-[Byeongmin] Where's the letter?
Uh, right here.
MAYOR AHN, YOU CAN DO IT. THANK YOU!
Okay. Everyone, focus.
Don't come at once. It'll be obvious.
Don't ask the mayor questions.
Don't take pictures even if someone asks.
Got it?
[all] Yes, sir.
Don't worry.
They're all professionals. [chuckles]
[Byeongmin] Is that so?
And the kid's mom?
Lady? That's you.
Yes, that's me.
It's cold, isn't it?
It's only going to get colder,
so bring the blanket.
Make sure to remind the kid
to cover the mayor with it. Hmm?
-Answer.
-Yes, sir.
Good luck!
[man 1] Why won't he come out?
Who do you think you are?
How could you make the mayor wait?
Come out!
[officer] You can't come this way.
[man 2] Good luck, Mayor Ahn!
-[man 3] You can do it, Mayor Ahn!
-[man 2] You got this!
[man 4] We believe in you, Mayor Ahn!
Thank you, Mayor Ahn. Good luck!
[Myeongja] Oh!
-[crowd cheering]
-[camera shutters clicking]
-I promise I'll win!
-Okay!
Thank you so much!
-[man 5] You can do it!
-[woman 1] Good luck!
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Citizens are raising their voices
in support of Mayor Ahn Myeongja
who is on her knees and remains unmoved
demanding a meeting with Kim Gukho.
Let's connect to the reporter
who's at the scene now.
Reporter Lee Nara.
Has Kim Gukho responded yet?
Yes, there have been
no signs of response so far.
According to her staff,
Mayor Ahn's determination is strong,
and she plans to continue all night
if she has to.
-[gate clangs open]
-[reporter] Despite the harsh cold
-[man 6] Look!
-[woman 2] The door's open!
-Kim Gukho has just made an appearance.
-[crowd clamoring]
[reporter] I will continue
to provide updates
on whether he'll respond to Mayor Ahn.
This was Lee Nara with SBY.
[Gukho] Lady!
Come up here so we can talk!
Come on up!
[Myeongja grunting]
[assistant] Goodness!
[Myeongja] I'm fine.
I'm fine!
I'm fine!
-[protestors] Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
-Thank you!
I'll be right back!
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
[Myeongja grunts]
[man 7] You can do it!
[applause, cheering]
Isn't it cold? Come on in.
Yes, first
Let me sit.
[groans] I was on my knees.
Ah, my knees! Ow!
[exclaims] It's cold in here too.
[sighs] I swear,
my body isn't what it used to be.
Back in the day, I'd be fine
after rolling around over asphalt all day.
It's -14°C, and for hours you've been
Even people in high positions
have a hard life.
[sighs] Life itself is a workout.
-Sorry?
-A workout.
Exercise.
-[Gukho laughing] Ah!
-[Sangbong laughs]
Just take what you need.
You'll have everything there.
I know it's Gangwon-do,
but it's not that rural.
A lady will come regularly to clean too.
I know because I lived there a few months.
The air's nice.
Once the flowers start to bloom in spring,
you can go fishing and hiking.
You can do it all.
Do you like fishing?
Fishing's nice.
But shouldn't we talk about the money?
I thought that was settled
with your attorney?
I've learned that having a middleman
makes things run less smoothly.
Right, of course.
[sighs]
[grunts]
You'll receive 200 million won every year.
A total of one billion won in five years.
It'll be untraceable cash.
So don't worry about taxes.
There are no other conditions.
Don't come near Hosan City for five years.
That's free money for me.
But let me ask you something.
What do you get in return?
I get their favor.
Whose?
[sighs] When I was elected Mayor,
I spent a little over two billion won.
At the time, I received 177,000 votes
Wait, it was 177,531 votes.
It was 11,000 won per vote.
That's what you call "cost per vote."
How many people will be happy
to see you out of Hosan City?
Everyone, probably.
[Myeongja chuckles]
If you calculate it,
I can recoup the billion won I spent
with just 100,000 people.
But I'm betting that it'll exceed 100,000.
That's such a good deal.
You're good.
But
shouldn't I play
a little more hard to get?
-Well?
-You're right.
-[Sangbong] Shall we play hard to get?
-[Gukho] What do you think, ma'am?
[all laughing]
[Myeongja] Funny.
I don't think it'll end here.
Once we've established a relationship,
we'll continue to work together.
Do you think I'll be the mayor forever?
I'm not that half-hearted.
I plan to go all the way.
-All the way.
-[Sangbong snickers]
Let's do this.
[chuckles dryly]
No need to shake hands.
[Myeongja grunts]
We're in the same boat now.
[crowd clamoring]
-[crowd cheering]
-[camera shutters clicking]
[woman] Here comes the mayor!
-[man] What happened?
-[reporter] Mayor Ahn has just
come out of the house.
But we don't see Kim Gukho right now.
[voice recording] You'll receive
200 million won every year.
A total of one billion won in five years.
It'll be untraceable cash.
So don't worry about taxes.
There are no other conditions.
Don't come near Hosan City for five
My client
would like to change
the terms of the agreement.
[reporter] She's speaking
with the attorney now.
[Gukho] I mean,
who knows when I'll die, right?
One billion in five years
seems like a bit of a loss for me.
Think about it.
There's a 20-billion-won bounty
on my head.
You bastard!
-You piece of shit!
-[Sangbong] Stop.
-No, no! Don't! [exclaims]
-[Myeongja groans]
How can someone as educated as you
curse like that?
[Gukho] What the fuck was that?
-[Myeongja] Damn it!
-Come on.
[Sangbong] Now, calm down.
Mayor Ahn?
Mayor Ahn?
Let's do ten billion won in five years.
[Myeongja laughing]
I know that amount won't even be a burden
for someone like you.
-Damn it!
-By the way,
-[Myeongja grunts]
-I did my military service in Gangwon.
I would feel very frustrated
going back there.
I know I'll have to try to make do.
Do you know the eastern mountain regions?
I mean
Where did you do your military service?
-That's not important.
-Where?
-Near Hyangnobong, Gangwon.
-Hyangnobong?
Yes.
I was near the toughest pass.
Which division? The 12th division?
Yes.
-That area is so fucking cold! Seriously.
-[Myeongja grunts]
That's not South Korea! It's North Korea!
It's Siberia!
It is very cold.
You see,
it may look shabby with the broken heater,
but I like my house.
I like it here, Mayor Ahn.
[Myeongja laughs]
Hey.
Seriously?
Are you guys trying
to screw me over right now? Huh?
No, that's not what we're doing.
-We just want to do business.
-[Myeongja laughs]
[Sangbong] I mean,
we could be something
like knee guards for you. [laughs]
Here. Take this with you.
[Myeongja sighs]
[camera shutters clicking]
She's no joke.
Seriously.
Mayor Ahn, this way.
[crowd clamoring]
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Mayor Ahn,
shouldn't we pay him first?
Let's give him something
-and buy time to think.
-Hey,
the ten billion won
isn't the issue right now.
Those assholes will have me
by the leash forever.
[phone vibrating]
WE'LL CONSIDER THE DEAL OFF
IF YOU DON'T SEND THE MONEY BY TODAY
FROM LEE SANGBONG
Damn it!
[Myeongja sighs]
Shall we just kill him?
What kind of stupid nonsense is that?
The entire world is watching him!
Will you kill him?
[Byeongmin] No.
[exhales]
[panting] Move out of the way!
Chief! We found him!
There!
Over there! It's that building!
[Taegeom] Where?
-[Sanghun] Are you sure?
-[officer] Yes, sir.
Send all the troops!
[all] Yes, sir.
[dramatic music playing]
-[Suchang] Let's go.
-[officers] Yes, sir.
[exhales]
Send up the forensics team.
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON
KILL
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON, KILL
"Kill."
What is this?
[roulette whirring]
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON
KILL
Is this right?
I don't know.
There are power lines under here.
Did he tamper with the machine?
[beeping]
[intense music playing]
THE PLACES, CHARACTERS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND
INCIDENTS IN THIS DRAMA ARE FICTITIOUS.
[protestors chanting in distance]
[reporter] Mayor Ahn of Hosan City
has been summoned by the prosecution.
Mayor Ahn Myeongja
established a partnership
with an asset management company
based in Hong Kong
and created a startup investment fund
with 280 billion won
of Hosan City's finances.
Multiple civic groups based in Hosan City
have reported to the prosecution
that the asset management company,
operating the fund, is a shell company.
A representative claimed
the asset management company
is owned under a borrowed name
by the eldest son
of an assemblyman
who's been elected seven times.
The prosecution has already summoned
-[crowd clamoring]
-[camera shutters clicking]
I'll fully cooperate
with the investigation.
[protestors yelling]
OUT WITH THIEF AHN MYEONGJA
TRACK AHN MYEONGJA'S ACCOUNTS
[protestors yelling in distance]
So the prosecution is saying
that I embezzled funds
intended for investments
in our youth startups.
Is that correct?
Yes, that's right.
Sir,
there are young people dreaming
of becoming the next Bill Gates
or Elon Musk in Hosan City.
Do you know how many?
I'm sure there are a lot.
You've only been
working for the prosecution.
So you wouldn't know
what's going on in the world.
But it really is sad and old-fashioned.
Isn't it our generation's duty
to pave the way
for the young people who dream?
It would help if you thought bigger
as a prosecutor.
[scoffs]
You're right, I don't know
what's going on in the world these days,
but I am fully aware
that the overseas investment institution
is a shell company based in The Bahamas,
which passed through Hong Kong.
Thinking big is a good thing,
but isn't it
too complicated?
You can't smoke in here.
I wondered where the media
got their sources.
It was from the prosecution.
Seokhwan, we're alumni.
What year did you graduate?
-Excuse me?
-[Myeongja laughs]
What?
Did I upset you?
There's no need for formalities here.
You can just call me Myeongja.
Myeongja,
given that 280 billion won
of the city's budget is involved,
shouldn't it be monitored?
Assuming 20%
is the broker's commissioning fee
and 10% for operating the shell company,
they might pretend to execute
a few projects to show the media
that they're performing well.
After a little promotion,
they'll end up with 80 billion won
in profit.
Or maybe 90 billion won?
Seokhwan,
I'm destined to be the future president.
Privatizing the youth startup fund?
I'm someone who invests in public image.
My DNA is fundamentally different
from other politicians'.
All of those young people
will become my voters.
God I know our country
is a kingdom of prosecutors,
but I'm a mayor of over a million people.
It seems like you underestimate me.
Ms. Ahn Myeongja,
don't underestimate the re-election.
[exhales]
Chief Prosecutor Koo Seokhwan,
you've been smirking while I was talking.
You shouldn't do that.
I'm the type to spit on a smiling face.
Oh, right
I've been curious about this.
Did you vote for me?
[Seokhwan chuckles]
I can hardly remember now.
But I don't think I voted for you.
VIDEO INVESTIGATION ROOM
I knew it
[theme music playing]
NO WAY OUT: THE ROULETTE
20 BILLION WON FOR NOTORIOUS CRIMINAL
MASKED MAN'S TARGET, KIM GUKHO
WHO'S THE MASKED MAN BEHIND THE HIT?
Look at the prosecutors
who have developed a taste for politics.
They try to oppress opposing factions
for their own political purposes,
and it's appalling.
The citizens aren't fools.
They can try to embellish themselves,
but historically, they are nothing more
than a gang of power-hungry thugs.
I, Ahn Myeongja, will not lose.
I won't allow the vile mindset
of these predatory wolves,
driven by a delusional sense
of superiority and elitism,
to destroy the few remaining opportunities
that are left for our youth.
I, Ahn Myeongja,
will overcome this, not for my future
EP04. EXIT STRATEGY
but for the future of our young people.
[reporter] Do you deny the allegations?
[protestor 1] You call yourself a mayor?
[protestor 2] Just step down!
[protestor 3] Have you no pride?
[protestor 4] You look down on the people!
You thief!
[protestor 5] Ahn Myeongja's a thief!
[ringing]
Sir, are you busy?
[assistant] Mr. Lee's
at an event right now,
so he can't get on the phone.
Didn't you tell him I called?
I let him know.
The event is running over.
Tell him it's urgent
and that I'll wait until he answers!
I'll tell him to call.
I said, I'll wait!
Go inside and tell him!
I'm sorry.
-[beeping]
-[Myeongja] Damn it!
[exhales]
[phone vibrating]
What? I'm busy.
[Myeongja's husband]
You make the prosecution
raid the school now?
-What?
-These punks
are taking everything
including irrelevant things!
What did they say?
Put the person in charge on!
Why would you take that?
It's just a clock.
-Put them on!
-Fucking hell.
You bastards
This is Koo Seokhwan.
Do you have any questions?
Hi, Seokhwan.
Should I go to your wife's place of work
and cause a fuss?
You don't think I will?
Myeongja, that's not what we're doing.
We have a warrant.
What are we supposed to do?
We have to pretend at least.
That's the law.
[scoffs] The law?
Yeah, sure.
Do what you do best. Search my parents,
siblings, and relatives.
I wouldn't be in politics
if that scared me.
Mayor Ahn,
we're busy too.
But,
there are too many bad people
in the world.
We're short on time, so cooperate
or bitch about it to the judge.
[beeping]
So he really wants to do this?
Okay.
Fucking okay! Fuck
[host] Next, we'll present
the appreciation plaques.
Please welcome Mr. Lee Bongsu,
the representative of Gukmin Party.
[applause]
60TH ANNIVERSARY CEREMONY OF
THE COUNCIL OF KOREAN INDUSTRIES
On behalf of our council,
this plaque is presented to recognize
your outstanding political leadership
and insight
that contributed
to Korea's economic development
[applause in distance]
Mayor Ahn
Mayor Ahn.
Hey,
I'm in no mood to dance around with you.
I'm not fucking around, so move.
-Mayor Ahn!
-Hey!
Are you insane? How dare you touch me?
Move.
[Bongsu] I would like to congratulate
the Council of Korean Industries
on their 60th anniversary.
Isn't it true
that companies are the backbone
of a country?
Every country has companies.
Companies must do well
Yes, companies must do well
for employees to prosper.
Also, employees
Yes.
So in the end,
companies must do well
for the people of our nation to prosper.
Yes
Please, wait in the room.
[Bongsu] Hey, you couldn't stop her?
[assistant] I'm sorry.
She was very stubborn.
Where's the salt? Bring it to me.
You punk.
How dare you come here
after causing all that trouble?
And you call yourself a politician?
You should be afraid
of what people might think.
Sir,
if we shared a meal together,
shouldn't you help with the dishes?
What did you say?
Are you threatening me right now?
Of course not.
Isn't this why we have
the political party?
People might think
I took it all for myself.
[sighs]
Step down from your position
and undergo the investigation.
I believe I've done
-as much as I could during this time.
-[Myeongja laughs]
[Myeongja laughing]
[Myeongja] Sir,
I'm sorry, but I have a frozen shoulder.
I can't carry the burden.
My shoulder hurts.
If you keep changing the judges
and drag it out,
you'll get a suspended sentence.
You know
that this is the best you can do.
[exhales]
Wouldn't it be easier if I gave them
the list of those who joined in?
[chuckles]
Myeongja.
Myeongja,
you can't give them that.
You'll go down too. Right?
[laughs]
Our party
has changed its name several times
for over half a hundred years.
Do you think you're the first
of your kind to come along?
[Myeongja chuckles]
Still, we survived.
We begged in the dirt,
banged our heads against the asphalt,
and did so much more.
The party continued to survive.
[Myeongja laughs]
What a touching story.
It's making me cry.
If you're going to betray the party,
you'll need to brace yourself.
How terrifying.
Yes, sir.
Thank you for your answer.
-[scoffs]
-[door closes]
She's become too pretentious.
[exhales]
[Byeongmin] My internal source says
nothing was found at the school.
[Myeongja] They're just harassing us
on purpose! Those assholes.
The internal source also says
the decision to detain you
will be made within 48 hours.
[Myeongja sighs]
Did you grease up the media?
Yes, but as always,
NTBC is being troublesome.
More importantly,
the media is fussing
about the 20 billion won.
Thankfully, there's less attention on you.
"Thankfully," my fucking ass.
How will I get re-elected next year
at this rate?
Exactly. The party could
help a little at a time like this.
[Myeongja laughs]
Ah.
I think they abandoned me.
Pardon?
They asked me
to take the blame and resign.
[Byeongmin sighs]
GRAND HOSAN HOTEL
[Myeongja] The view here is great.
I just noticed it today.
You're right.
-Here.
-Okay.
-Byeongmin.
-Yes?
Let's see it.
Yes.
It's about time we did it.
We need courage right now.
[exhales]
Boom, boom.
Boom, boom.
[singing]
Go number one! One! ♪
Candidate number one, Ahn Myeongja! ♪
Hosan will rise with Ahn Myeongja ♪
She has a heart of gold ♪
She's a skilled mayor ♪
Dedication comes ♪
Before her own interests ♪
I will trust her ♪
[both singing]
Ahn Myeongja, number one! ♪
[Byeongmin singing]
She works tirelessly ♪
[Myeongja grunts]
For the citizens ♪
The safety of Hosan City ♪
Leave it to her ♪
A trustworthy and righteous person ♪
[Myeongja grunting]
I will trust her ♪
[both singing]
Ahn Myeongja, number one ♪
-[explosion]
-[Byeongmin] Oh, my God!
[Myeongja gasps] What? What was that?
[Byeongmin] Mayor Ahn,
I think it was an explosion.
[Myeongja exclaims in frustration]
Damn it
[ringing]
[stuttering] Director,
there was
That's That's Sanga-dong!
Something exploded around Sanga-dong!
Was it a gas explosion?
[Gwangyong] Yes, Mayor Ahn.
We're checking now.
-We're contacting the local offices.
-Don't call them! It's not that far!
Just go check it yourself!
Don't you have a car? Do you want mine?
-I am in front of Kim Gukho's home
-[siren wailing]
where an explosion just occurred.
The scene looks like
a battlefield right now.
It's very chaotic.
A short while ago, a car parked
in front of Kim Gukho's house
suddenly exploded,
resulting in casualties and injuries.
It's been reported that a citizen,
and a police officer,
are among the casualties,
which is causing a shock.
The police have obtained
witness statements
that an unidentified man
crossed the police cordon
and ran towards the car
just before the explosion.
They're investigating without
-ruling out terrorism.
-[Joongsik] Gwangil.
[siren wailing]
[sighs]
Hey,
take care of Kim Gukho.
Okay. You take care of your wound.
[Joongsik sighs wearily]
[exhales]
[Joongsik breathing heavily]
[Gwangyong] Fortunately,
there was no impact on the gas lines,
so no additional explosions are expected.
Nearby residential properties, two trees,
three streetlights, one vehicle,
and one motorcycle have sustained damage.
The relevant department is assessing
the exact extent of the damage.
[Myeongja] Is that all?
[Gwangyong] Excuse me?
Yes, as of now.
So to everyone here now,
the trees are important?
Why not investigate how many
sidewalk blocks need to be replaced?
A bomb exploded.
How many people died or were hurt?
Where were they taken for treatment?
Were there enough ambulances and ERs?
Shouldn't we know these things instead?
[Gwangyong] Well
Uh
The police are currently
compiling the figures now.
Well
We're not sure what seri
[virtual assistant] Yes, Gwangyong.
[Myeongja] Gwangyong?
Yes, ma'am.
Would you be like this
if your family were hurt?
Aren't you all sitting here
getting texts and calls
because it's not really your problem?
Get out there and get to work!
See how many citizens were hurt,
if they had enough ambulances,
and where they were hospitalized.
Stop talking about job responsibilities,
departments, and the person in charge!
[all] Yes, ma'am.
All you do is say yes.
Everyone, get out there.
Do you not understand me?
Fuck! Get out!
[sighs]
[reporter on TV] Breaking news.
[Masked Man] Guys,
I'm about to get pissed.
Do you think this is right? Do you?
I told you to kill Kim Gukho.
Did I tell you to set off a bomb
where people were gathered?
Is this a war?
Someone will fire missiles at this rate.
Damn it!
Starting now,
any injuries to civilians
will be considered a foul, got it?
Even the Masked Man himself
has expressed anger over situations,
such as the bombing incident,
-where civilians are harmed.
-Are you having fun?
-[reporter] On the other hand
-Do you want some popcorn?
[reporter] there are negative comments
about how the Masked Man
is skillfully avoiding responsibility.
The families of the deceased
and those who were injured
by this explosion
-Byeongmin?
-Yes?
When one door closes, another one opens.
Excuse me?
[Myeongja] The heavens
have dropped me a lifeline.
THE BEREAVED ENRAGED
[Byeongmin] What do you mean?
That asshole could become our savior.
"To protect the rights
of the citizens in Hosan city
to live safely and happily,
the notorious criminal Kim Gukho
must be pushed out of the city."
The hero that protects the citizens.
How's that sound?
Yes, well, procedurally,
there are no issues. However
if the opposing party mentions
human rights or the Constitution,
it could become controversial.
Byeongmin,
politics is all about timing and sense.
We must jump into the fire
if there's an issue.
I'm in no position to be picky.
I have a knife to my throat.
Okay? The Constitution? Human rights?
Fuck all of that.
Hey,
one false move, and we have to live
with our tail between our legs forever.
You and I jumped through hoops
to get here. We can't turn back now.
There's no turning back. No way.
Never!
He'll go straight into surgery
once he becomes stable.
Don't worry too much.
What if he dies?
No.
That won't happen.
[chuckles] Look at Gwangil's body.
He'll overcome this.
By the way, here.
-Use this for now.
-No, it's fine.
-Eunsu.
-Yes?
Say, "Thank you, Mister."
-Thank you.
-Good job.
-Tell your mom to buy you something yummy.
-Okay.
Please, you can accept this.
I feel so terrible.
Why would you feel that way?
We're sorry.
[sobbing]
Eunsu, sit down.
[exhales]
[phone vibrating]
JUHO
-Hey.
-[Juho] Where are you?
Come see Gwangil's wife.
I'm coming up.
What about his surgery? Did he go in?
They say we have to wait
until he's stable.
[slurping]
OPEN NEWSPAPER
VIEW OPEN PETITION
YOON CHANGJAE
STRENGTHEN THE PUNISHMENT FOR STALKING
AND TAKE ACTION AGAINST SUSPECTS
HELLO, I'M A 44-YEAR-OLD WOMAN AND I RUN
A SMALL BUSINESS IN JEONGMUN-DONG,
HOSAN CITY.
This fucking bitch.
EAR CLEANING SERVICE
PRINCESSES' CHATTER
[woman shuddering]
-[woman] You're back.
-Yes, hi.
A guest.
[Byeongmin] Are you
Kim Gukho's legal representative?
-Yes, I am.
-[gaming sounds on phone]
-I
-Crap!
Yes, let's go.
Sure.
[Sangbong] So, one billion won?
Yes, 200 million won a year,
one billion won in total.
We'll pay you all in cash.
There's only one condition.
[Sangbong] You must leave Hosan City
and not return for five years.
One billion won.
[Gukho scoffs] Fuck.
People just throw around money.
One billion won?
I get what you're saying,
but why?
[Sangbong sighs]
Well, there's no politician who wants
to see their district get chaotic.
[Gukho scoffs]
As long as I can take my son,
I don't care where I go.
What do you think, Mr. Lee?
Well, I think you should
play hard to get.
[Sanghun] Damn it.
[Taegeom] Chief Won!
We found him!
[Sanghun] Who?
[Taegeom] The Masked Man.
YouTV found his trace and sent it over.
That's better.
-Let him know.
-Okay.
The file contained an IP address.
We've pinpointed the location.
-Is it Korea?
-Yes, it's Hosan City.
-Where in Hosan?
-[officer] Well, Hosan City
Wait. We got the IP address,
so why is it
What? It just changed again!
What are you saying?
No, it's just Well
-Give me one more hour, sir.
-[phone vibrating]
We almost got him!
What the hell are you saying?
[officer] Hey! What's going on?
What are you saying? Track it again, punk!
[Sanghun] Damn it. How disgraceful.
Goodness.
I'm sorry.
Ah.
Get the Criminal Division
and request backup from special unit.
Still, we have to be the ones
who catch him.
-Got it?
-Yes, sir.
[knock on door]
Chief, you have a guest.
Who is it?
[Myeongja] Did you hear?
We'll handle the legal procedures.
That's my seat
[Sanghun exhales]
All responsibilities
for the security or protection
related to Kim Gukho will be assumed
by Gangwon Provincial Police.
By the way,
did Kim Gukho say he'd leave?
You don't have to worry about that.
He'll leave.
We're going to move him tonight,
so you just need to help
transport him safely.
[sighs] But
what if something happens
during transport?
I'll take responsibility. Don't worry.
Responsibility is one thing,
but the citizens are watching.
Don't we have the same goal?
You, too, don't want any trouble
happening on your turf, do you?
We might catch the culprit soon.
Then there's no reason to move him.
It only increases the risk.
Then catch him!
Catch the culprit.
Just delay the announcement
to the media a little bit.
It's a win-win situation for us both.
I become a hardworking mayor
who only thinks of the citizens.
You become a competent police officer
who protects the citizens.
Well?
What about the reporters?
They'll be there on time.
Some cable channels are missing,
but it won't really matter.
Transport vehicle, police forces.
The more the better, okay?
Make sure to get a good photo angle.
-What about content creators?
-I recruited them.
Reporters these days have no power.
Hire anyone who can make
the biggest impact.
Tell them we'll pay handsomely.
Okay. Mayor Ahn, I was wondering,
can we push it back two hours?
Why?
Wouldn't it be better to sync it
with the evening news?
You get there first
and do some strategic maneuvering.
It'll be more dramatic.
Okay, not bad.
Good idea!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Let's drive Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors] Drive him out! Drive him out!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] Send Kim Gukho to hell!
[protestors] Go to hell! Go to hell!
[lead protestor] The government
should take responsibility
and protect the citizens!
[protestors] Protect the citizens!
Protect the citizens!
Mister! Is someone coming today?
[lead protestor] Protect the citizens!
[protestors] Protect the citizens!
Protect the citizens!
-[Myeongja] Is it ready?
-Ma'am.
HBS is still on their way.
There's a lot of traffic.
How are those reporters slower
than YouTV streamers?
-What about the others?
-They're all ready.
Then let's just start.
Their news starts at 9:00 p.m. anyway.
Yes, let's go.
[sighs]
OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES
FROM MAYOR AHN MYEONGJA
[protestors clamoring]
-[man 1] The mayor's here?
-[man 2] You're right.
[man 3] What are you doing?
[man 4] You should be ashamed!
[man 5] What do you think you're doing?
[woman 1] Just get out of here.
-[man 3] What took you so long to come?
-[woman 2] How could a mayor
[indistinct chatter]
-Lee Sangho was 21 years old.
-[chatter stops]
He was scheduled to be discharged
from the military police next month.
Park Inhye was 32 years old.
She had quit her job last month
[crying] and was preparing
for her trip to Spain.
-[Myeongja sniffs]
-[camera shutters clicking]
Last night,
our friends and family
died or were hurt here.
People we never should've lost.
I think
this could've been prevented!
If only Kim Gukho wasn't here!
[man 7] What's she saying?
[indistinct chatter]
Right now,
I'm not here as the mayor of Hosan City.
I'm here as a friend and family member
of Lee Sangho and Park Inhye.
I promise you all.
I will send Kim Gukho
out of Hosan City!
[protestors clapping, cheering]
A criminal's human rights!
Constitutional rights!
[crowd continues to cheer, applaud]
How many more friends and family members
must we lose over such trivial reasons?
Why should we make these sacrifices?
[protestors] Hear, hear!
[protestors] Hear, hear!
Kim Gukho!
Let's talk!
Please, talk to me!
I will not leave this place
until you have a talk with me!
[protestors clapping, cheering]
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Wow, this politician is incredible.
[scoffs] It's just crocodile tears.
[Gukho] She knows how to put on a show.
[assistant] Mayor Ahn, here's a cushion.
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
MAYOR AHN MYEONGJA
FACES OFF WITH NOTORIOUS DEMON
Okay.
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-Hello.
-Hey.
Where's the kid?
She'll be here soon. She had to pee.
-She'll be here soon.
-The kid is the key here.
Make her rehearse again.
-Yes, sir.
-[Byeongmin] Where's the letter?
Uh, right here.
MAYOR AHN, YOU CAN DO IT. THANK YOU!
Okay. Everyone, focus.
Don't come at once. It'll be obvious.
Don't ask the mayor questions.
Don't take pictures even if someone asks.
Got it?
[all] Yes, sir.
Don't worry.
They're all professionals. [chuckles]
[Byeongmin] Is that so?
And the kid's mom?
Lady? That's you.
Yes, that's me.
It's cold, isn't it?
It's only going to get colder,
so bring the blanket.
Make sure to remind the kid
to cover the mayor with it. Hmm?
-Answer.
-Yes, sir.
Good luck!
[man 1] Why won't he come out?
Who do you think you are?
How could you make the mayor wait?
Come out!
[officer] You can't come this way.
[man 2] Good luck, Mayor Ahn!
-[man 3] You can do it, Mayor Ahn!
-[man 2] You got this!
[man 4] We believe in you, Mayor Ahn!
Thank you, Mayor Ahn. Good luck!
[Myeongja] Oh!
-[crowd cheering]
-[camera shutters clicking]
-I promise I'll win!
-Okay!
Thank you so much!
-[man 5] You can do it!
-[woman 1] Good luck!
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Citizens are raising their voices
in support of Mayor Ahn Myeongja
who is on her knees and remains unmoved
demanding a meeting with Kim Gukho.
Let's connect to the reporter
who's at the scene now.
Reporter Lee Nara.
Has Kim Gukho responded yet?
Yes, there have been
no signs of response so far.
According to her staff,
Mayor Ahn's determination is strong,
and she plans to continue all night
if she has to.
-[gate clangs open]
-[reporter] Despite the harsh cold
-[man 6] Look!
-[woman 2] The door's open!
-Kim Gukho has just made an appearance.
-[crowd clamoring]
[reporter] I will continue
to provide updates
on whether he'll respond to Mayor Ahn.
This was Lee Nara with SBY.
[Gukho] Lady!
Come up here so we can talk!
Come on up!
[Myeongja grunting]
[assistant] Goodness!
[Myeongja] I'm fine.
I'm fine!
I'm fine!
-[protestors] Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
-Thank you!
I'll be right back!
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
[Myeongja grunts]
[man 7] You can do it!
[applause, cheering]
Isn't it cold? Come on in.
Yes, first
Let me sit.
[groans] I was on my knees.
Ah, my knees! Ow!
[exclaims] It's cold in here too.
[sighs] I swear,
my body isn't what it used to be.
Back in the day, I'd be fine
after rolling around over asphalt all day.
It's -14°C, and for hours you've been
Even people in high positions
have a hard life.
[sighs] Life itself is a workout.
-Sorry?
-A workout.
Exercise.
-[Gukho laughing] Ah!
-[Sangbong laughs]
Just take what you need.
You'll have everything there.
I know it's Gangwon-do,
but it's not that rural.
A lady will come regularly to clean too.
I know because I lived there a few months.
The air's nice.
Once the flowers start to bloom in spring,
you can go fishing and hiking.
You can do it all.
Do you like fishing?
Fishing's nice.
But shouldn't we talk about the money?
I thought that was settled
with your attorney?
I've learned that having a middleman
makes things run less smoothly.
Right, of course.
[sighs]
[grunts]
You'll receive 200 million won every year.
A total of one billion won in five years.
It'll be untraceable cash.
So don't worry about taxes.
There are no other conditions.
Don't come near Hosan City for five years.
That's free money for me.
But let me ask you something.
What do you get in return?
I get their favor.
Whose?
[sighs] When I was elected Mayor,
I spent a little over two billion won.
At the time, I received 177,000 votes
Wait, it was 177,531 votes.
It was 11,000 won per vote.
That's what you call "cost per vote."
How many people will be happy
to see you out of Hosan City?
Everyone, probably.
[Myeongja chuckles]
If you calculate it,
I can recoup the billion won I spent
with just 100,000 people.
But I'm betting that it'll exceed 100,000.
That's such a good deal.
You're good.
But
shouldn't I play
a little more hard to get?
-Well?
-You're right.
-[Sangbong] Shall we play hard to get?
-[Gukho] What do you think, ma'am?
[all laughing]
[Myeongja] Funny.
I don't think it'll end here.
Once we've established a relationship,
we'll continue to work together.
Do you think I'll be the mayor forever?
I'm not that half-hearted.
I plan to go all the way.
-All the way.
-[Sangbong snickers]
Let's do this.
[chuckles dryly]
No need to shake hands.
[Myeongja grunts]
We're in the same boat now.
[crowd clamoring]
-[crowd cheering]
-[camera shutters clicking]
[woman] Here comes the mayor!
-[man] What happened?
-[reporter] Mayor Ahn has just
come out of the house.
But we don't see Kim Gukho right now.
[voice recording] You'll receive
200 million won every year.
A total of one billion won in five years.
It'll be untraceable cash.
So don't worry about taxes.
There are no other conditions.
Don't come near Hosan City for five
My client
would like to change
the terms of the agreement.
[reporter] She's speaking
with the attorney now.
[Gukho] I mean,
who knows when I'll die, right?
One billion in five years
seems like a bit of a loss for me.
Think about it.
There's a 20-billion-won bounty
on my head.
You bastard!
-You piece of shit!
-[Sangbong] Stop.
-No, no! Don't! [exclaims]
-[Myeongja groans]
How can someone as educated as you
curse like that?
[Gukho] What the fuck was that?
-[Myeongja] Damn it!
-Come on.
[Sangbong] Now, calm down.
Mayor Ahn?
Mayor Ahn?
Let's do ten billion won in five years.
[Myeongja laughing]
I know that amount won't even be a burden
for someone like you.
-Damn it!
-By the way,
-[Myeongja grunts]
-I did my military service in Gangwon.
I would feel very frustrated
going back there.
I know I'll have to try to make do.
Do you know the eastern mountain regions?
I mean
Where did you do your military service?
-That's not important.
-Where?
-Near Hyangnobong, Gangwon.
-Hyangnobong?
Yes.
I was near the toughest pass.
Which division? The 12th division?
Yes.
-That area is so fucking cold! Seriously.
-[Myeongja grunts]
That's not South Korea! It's North Korea!
It's Siberia!
It is very cold.
You see,
it may look shabby with the broken heater,
but I like my house.
I like it here, Mayor Ahn.
[Myeongja laughs]
Hey.
Seriously?
Are you guys trying
to screw me over right now? Huh?
No, that's not what we're doing.
-We just want to do business.
-[Myeongja laughs]
[Sangbong] I mean,
we could be something
like knee guards for you. [laughs]
Here. Take this with you.
[Myeongja sighs]
[camera shutters clicking]
She's no joke.
Seriously.
Mayor Ahn, this way.
[crowd clamoring]
[protestors chanting]
Ahn Myeongja! Ahn Myeongja!
Mayor Ahn,
shouldn't we pay him first?
Let's give him something
-and buy time to think.
-Hey,
the ten billion won
isn't the issue right now.
Those assholes will have me
by the leash forever.
[phone vibrating]
WE'LL CONSIDER THE DEAL OFF
IF YOU DON'T SEND THE MONEY BY TODAY
FROM LEE SANGBONG
Damn it!
[Myeongja sighs]
Shall we just kill him?
What kind of stupid nonsense is that?
The entire world is watching him!
Will you kill him?
[Byeongmin] No.
[exhales]
[panting] Move out of the way!
Chief! We found him!
There!
Over there! It's that building!
[Taegeom] Where?
-[Sanghun] Are you sure?
-[officer] Yes, sir.
Send all the troops!
[all] Yes, sir.
[dramatic music playing]
-[Suchang] Let's go.
-[officers] Yes, sir.
[exhales]
Send up the forensics team.
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON
KILL
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON, KILL
"Kill."
What is this?
[roulette whirring]
KIM GUKHO
20 BILLION WON
KILL
Is this right?
I don't know.
There are power lines under here.
Did he tamper with the machine?
[beeping]
[intense music playing]