Face Me (2024) s01e05 Episode Script
Episode 5
[Face Me]
[Production supported by]
[Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism]
[Korea Creative Content Agency]
[The names, groups, people, institutions, events, etc. in this drama are not related to the reality.]
[The story in this episode is a fiction by creation.]
[Lee Min Hyeong]
[7 years ago]
Loyalty!
On March 24 of the year 2016,
Officer Lee Min Hyeong
has accepted the orders to transfer
to Gayeon Police Station. Loyalty!
[Episode 5]
I heard you volunteered
for night duty on your first day?
Oh, that's some great enthusiasm!
I'm trying to give my best.
I ask for your guidance.
You should not be asking me,
but to those above.
Still, I heard it's been quiet around here,
with no major--
Oh, stop. Stop!
Don't you know
that saying such things is a jinx?
Hold it!
Silent, ok?
It's a taboo word in this line of work.
A taboo.
Yes, I will correct myself.
Patrol car number 11.
A murder occurred at Gayeon-dong Rose Villa.
Requesting reinforcement.
Reinforcements needed.
Let go!
Hey, this punk's high on drugs.
- Request support from the narcotics team!
- Stay still!
I said I didn't do it!
You saw it?
At a villa in Gayeon-dong, Seoul,
a man in his 20s was arrested as a suspect
in the murder of a bride-to-be
residing next door.
The arrested, Mr. Lee had a history
of drug usage and assault.
After taking drugs, he entered the house
and brandished a weapon at Ms. Yoon,
a woman in her 20s,
and is now under suspicion of her murder.
Ah, darn it! This is driving me crazy, really!
Hey, you should
find out the truth, right?
Did I really kill her?
What's with those eyes?
Did I kill her? Huh?
That woman…
I killed her, right?
Your fingerprints were found on the door
of the house, and on the victim's body,
and on the weapon with the victim's blood.
Your fingerprints were perfectly all over it.
Hair, urine and blood
all tested positive in the drug tests.
Moreover, you have a previous conviction
for theft and violence.
Even if I investigate,
it's true you killed her.
Ah, darn! Why would I?
Why? Darn it!
So why?
Why?
Why steal, why fight?
Why?
Why on earth did you kill her?
Brother, why did you do that
to our mom
and to me?
Hey!
Darn it!
- Huh? He is coming out!
- He's out!
- He's coming out!
- He's out!
Please, say something!
Hey, block them!
Why? Why did you do it?
Why did you do that? Why?
Your eyes are still the same.
Why are you here?
Why? Why are you hovering around the victim?
I wanted to see how
that rat Cha Jeong Woo is living.
Are you crazy?
Why are you doing that?
Shouldn't I get back to the life
that rat ruined?
Say something that makes sense.
Who is blaming whom right now?
Thanks to that rat, I became a national star,
becoming someone
who should be killed right away.
None of the prosecutors, judges,
or lawyers would listen to me.
Enough, I have nothing more to say to you.
Appearing after being released
and threatening the victim.
That's enough reason for an emergency arrest.
Wait a moment, okay?
Because I have something prepared as well.
You couldn't avoid even that.
Ms. Lee Min Hyeong!
Ms. Lee Min Hyeong!
Are you okay?
I'm okay.
You've been watching me
since the hospital parking lot.
You looked suspicious enough.
Did you see him? The face?
Are you hurt?
Ah, I'm fine.
I'm okay.
It's not serious enough to need stitches, but,
if left like that, the recovery will be slow.
Go up and receive treatment before leaving.
To a detective, this much
is nothing to worry about. I'm okay.
It's not okay. You are not.
I said I'm okay.
Cha Jeong Woo!
it was Detective Lee Min Hyeong, right?
- What's the matter?
- It's nothing.
What brings you here at this hour?
Ah, Woo Jin wanted to have a drink.
You should have called when you arrived.
What are you doing here?
Well, he looked pretty serious
with Detective Lee,
so I was wondering what was going on.
Detective Lee?
Why were you having a serious conversation
with that detective?
Why would she take off her clothes?
- Hey, you! Please!
- No…
No, look at this. Look, isn't that
the detective's jacket?
Director Cha, are you okay?
Did you report it?
I think that person earlier had a knife on him.
A knife?
Who?
[1F Lobby]
This is more serious than I thought.
This is not something to just let go.
Report it officially to the police and--
Detective Lee Min Hyeong will look into it.
Hey, Jeong Woo,
do you have any idea who it
might be after watching this?
Not sure…
- I'm going.
- Huh?
- Hey!
- Hey, Jeong Woo…
We still have to do it…
It's got me all worried.
Who on earth are you?
Then,
is there a grudge against someone,
or anything like that?
[Criminal Registration, Lee Jin Seok,
Murder, Release Date: April 10, 2023]
The day after Lee Jin Seok's release,
Nam Gi Taek died.
[Release Date: April 10, 2023]
The prisoner… about the release?
I'd like to check
if there has been a recent release.
Are you a victim of a crime?
I am not the concerned party.
Then, regarding the release of a convict,
either the victim or the victim's attorney
are able to inquire with the Prosecutor's
Office's victim support department.
- The victim herself?
- Yes.
We can't disclose information
unless it's the people involved.
Yes?
Yes, this is Lee Min Hyeong.
Ah, if you're at the hospital,
just leave the phone in front of the door--
I've clocked out.
Ah…
Then perhaps by quick service…
Please come here.
- Pardon?
- I'll tell you the address.
No, wait. Just a moment.
[Seoul, Gangeun-gu]
You left it just like that, you idiot?
Hey, wait a second.
Darn, it got disconnected.
Huh.
If they don't pay the delivery fee because
of lateness, you should give them a hard time.
If it were me, I would have half-killed them.
Huh?
Is anyone there?
Delivery!
Delivery!
Are you okay? Your injuries…
Yes, I'm fine.
That arm…
I'm considering asking for a favor in exchange
for providing free medical treatment.
What kind of favor?
There is someone I need to find,
so I was thinking of getting
some help from the police.
Please help here!
I am a cop. What's the matter?
The delivery person who just ran
out suddenly came in and…
First, make a report.
I'm a doctor. Can you hear me?
What should I do?
How is your breathing? Are you okay?
Hello? Is this 119?
- I need a clean towel.
- Yes.
- Please come quickly, with the police.
- Don't move.
This place is…
Just stay like this,
until the paramedics arrive.
Why are you doing this?
You just delivered to number 902, right?
Where is the helmet?
It was dropped at house number 902.
No! When I… when I entered…
Ah, you've just admitted the home invasion.
- You are under arrest for home invasion.
- Wait a moment.
You have the right to appoint an attorney,
and remain silent or refuse
to make self-incriminating statements.
Ah! Darn it…
The pulse and breathing are stable,
but, just in case, please check the vitals.
- Yes.
- Understood.
The guardian insists that we consult
with the plastic surgery department,
but, there is no one on duty
at Janghan Hospital right now.
- What about the plastic surgery hospital?
- I'll check.
For now, come to our hospital.
There are hardly any general hospitals
with plastic surgery on call
at this hour.
[Seoul Southern Police Station]
I ordered food and, while
handing over the delivery fee,
I accidentally dropped the money.
Maybe that got him riled up,
because he just barged in through the door.
Are you being dismissive
because I'm a delivery guy?
Are you dismissing me?
Min Jae tried to stop him
and a fight broke out.
And during that, a mirror accidentally broke.
What is your relation to Mr. Woo Min Jae?
Cousins. Distant cousins.
Kim Seon Yong
has a prior record for similar offenses,
and he's still on probation.
[Criminal Record Inquiry Report]
[Kim Seon Yong, Charges: Damage to Public
Property, Aggravated Assault, Burglary Theft]
What are you talking about?
By the time I entered,
he was already covered in blood.
The whole house was splattered with blood,
and they opened the door
to receive delivery food?
They're trying to pin it on me,
that's what this is.
It's always the delivery
person's fault, isn't it?
You're trying to frame an easy
target, the delivery person.
There's a record of similar offenses.
Special residential intrusion
and assault resulting in injury.
You were sentenced to probation 6 months ago,
and you committed the same crime again
before the end of the probation period.
Why does that come up now?
Does my being an ex-convict serve
as some sort of evidence?
That is why I ran off!
Because it's obvious
you'd try to connect me to past incidents.
If I had known I'd be tied up
because of my criminal history,
I would have been more careful
and acted properly…
What good is it if only I live right?
When you all look at me crookedly!
You just ignore and dismiss
what a criminal says, jeez!
What do you expect me to do?
What the heck are you doing?
What am I supposed to do?
Ah! Darn it!
Let go! Let it go!
Apply for a pre-arrest warrant.
I said I didn't do that.
You saw, right?
Even if I investigate,
it's true you killed her.
Ah, darn! Why would I?
Why? Darn it!
Fortunately, it's not too deep.
It doesn't seem like there's damage
to any major blood vessels or nerves.
The problem is the laceration on the ear.
There's a bit of a defect.
We'll schedule reconstructive surgery
when the staff is in tomorrow.
Tomorrow?
Is it that serious?
Can't you just stitch it up?
Simple suturing won't suffice.
Don't worry too much, it's a simple surgery.
Have there been any other external impacts
after the fragments hurt the jaw area?
Why do you ask?
Because the wound near the jaw
is quite deep compared to other areas.
I was out of it,
so I don't remember well.
I'll clean the wound and start suturing.
How did it go?
Is Min Jae's face okay?
The facial suturing went well,
and we'll operate on the ear
when the staff arrives tomorrow.
Is the ear injury that severe?
Simple suturing won't do?
We need to harvest cartilage
from the other side to fill the defect.
Don't worry too much,
it's not a complicated surgery.
Uh, I…
When we were transferring Min Jae,
it seemed like the paramedics
weren't properly immobilizing his face.
Could that have made the wound worse?
Did that happen?
It would be fortunate
if it hasn't gotten worse…
Anyway, thank you for your hard work.
[1F Lobby]
[B1 Parking Lot]
Huh? I was just about to call you.
It can't be good news,
this early in the morning.
And it's even less likely,
when you come deliver something.
This person here yesterday,
I saw you were filming him.
You know who he is?
Lee Jin Seok,
the criminal from that case 7 years ago.
It's not confirmed, but if he was released,
why would he appear before me,
what he is thinking…
Please find him for me.
Have you seen
this person before?
Yes… at my father's funeral.
I remember him because there weren't
many people who came to pay respects.
Who is this person?
He was someone in the same prison.
There's something I need to verify.
Does it have to do with my father's death?
It's not certain yet.
I need to find out more.
The team leader asked to
upload the investigation file
because of the victim's statement.
I'm going to the hospital, then I'll head back.
Ok.
You've completed the third case,
so you're preparing to leave the country,
why did you bring number 4?
It hasn't been approved yet.
So…
If the partner's consent
continues to be not granted,
will you keep bringing in victims?
It's my neighbor. I brought them
because there were no hospital beds available.
Isn't it an emergency room instinct?
That's something from the past.
You can't hide the instinct.
Hey, Jeong Woo. Hey, what is it?
I heard another crime victim came to the ward.
Didn't you finish that?
He said number 3 was done, and yet
he personally transferred the patient.
Don't read too much into it.
I brought them thinking
it was just a simple suture case.
What does that mean?
So, it's not just a simple suture?
What is it?
Ah, what is it?
Pretending not to be interested,
he's focusing all his attention on the patient.
Am I really going to have abs in two hours?
Getting rid of all the useless fat,
if we sculpt the upper layer of fat
under the skin into the ab shape,
it will all come out,
so you don't have to worry.
Once the surgery is done,
and you start exercising lightly,
it will settle in more perfectly.
And you can get it tighter.
I've already registered at the gym.
Once I get these abs just right,
I'll confidently work out with my shirt off.
I even bought a crop tee.
A crop tee is great indeed.
Yes, all done.
Alright, now to transform into a real man,
shall we try having a fantastic
time of deep sleep?
It's good.
We've got a good spot too, let's see…
Okay, good job.
That delivery person suddenly came in…
Are you being dismissive
because I'm a delivery guy?
Are you dismissing me?
Just a moment.
Did you get the bruise
on your wrist from the fight?
It seems like it…
Things were so hectic…
Understood, I'll take additional statements
on the necessary parts again later.
Excuse me…
Are you finished?
Yes, I've wrapped up for now,
and have decided to take
additional statements later.
It seems Min Jae is quite shocked.
He will probably have a hard time.
That's likely.
What happened to that delivery guy?
He is currently under investigation.
Why do you ask?
You mentioned a criminal record.
I'm anxious he might come back.
A warrant has been requested,
and it will probably be issued,
so don't worry too much.
Oh, okay.
See me for a moment,
I have something to discuss.
Just wrap it up quickly.
I have someone in mind.
The person who did this to you.
What?
Why are you so surprised?
Ah… because of the pain.
If it hurts that much, why did you
refuse treatment yesterday?
We talked in front of the house yesterday,
about possibly asking for police assistance.
I want to confirm the release of a prisoner,
someone named Lee Jin Seok.
You shouldn't make such
a personal request to the police.
You of all people should know.
Thank you.
I'll pay the medical fee next time.
Don't you have something to ask me?
What do you…?
Patient Woo Min Jae.
Are you not curious about peculiar observations
during the patient's treatment?
Ah, right.
About that.
It's a fragment removed from the chin area.
It's especially deep
compared to the other wounds.
The other wounds are less
than 1cm, but this one is 3cm.
The depth, shape, and
direction are all different.
The cross-section is also messy.
If it's messy…
Unlike the other wounds,
the inside was crushed.
Do you need something?
I wanted to talk with the doctor
about the ear surgery this afternoon…
Please speak.
How long will the surgery take?
About two to three hours.
I will arrange for you to receive
proper surgery instructions.
Yes.
That…
Was that stuck in me?
In cases of accidents like this,
the police receives a medical opinion.
Understood.
Then…
So you're saying that wound wasn't made
by a fragment getting stuck as it fell?
Judging by the shape of the wound, yes.
It seems like someone stabbed it in.
So it's not like the others.
You mean just this one was like that?
Yes.
Understood, I'll look into it.
Yes, detective.
Did the schedule for Kim Seon Yong's
warrant hearing come out?
Yes, it's set for the afternoon,
so I'll be entering the court in a bit.
Why?
Look into the relationship between
Cho Soo Kyung and Woo Min Jae again.
Uh… Yes, understood.
We will begin reconstructive surgery
on patient Woo Min Jae.
Scalpel.
But, until when do I
need to keep the blood drain?
In principle, it should be for about a week.
If you come back after three days,
- we will check your condition and decide.
- Yes.
You must wear the compression
garment for a month.
Yes, I understand.
It helps with recovery if you move
a bit, even though it's difficult.
Call us if you need.
Yes.
She was talking with the doctor
to get some kind of medical opinion.
What are you doing?
Well, it's just that…
Ah, it's nothing.
The defect was not extensive,
so the surgery was relatively easy.
More than the reconstructed side,
there may be more pain on the side
from which the cartilage was harvested.
Understood.
After discharge, you should
come in every 3 to 4 days,
to receive outpatient treatment.
Yes, I understand.
Did you submit
the opinion letter to the police?
Since you said you submit an opinion
letter to the police for such cases.
Yes.
What did you write?
What are you curious about?
Ah, no.
Don't worry about it.
You're asking to compare this
with these slippers?
Yes, as soon as possible.
Hey, what the heck are you doing?
It's okay.
You've been investigating me as
the culprit from the start, right?
Because I have a prior record.
Because you can totally ignore a powerless,
backup-less ex-convict like me!
Come here, you rat!
Do you still think it's me,
really?
Thanks to that rat, I became a national star,
becoming someone
who should be killed right away.
None of the prosecutors, judges,
or lawyers would listen to me.
Enough, I have nothing more to say to you.
What the heck is this?
Here.
Make sure to take your prescription
when you go home.
Ah, yes, I'll go down now.
Just wait here for a moment.
I'll go down and come back quickly.
Can't I just go?
It's just a prescription.
No need to draw attention
to yourself for no reason.
Don't worry, I'll be back quickly.
Have you looked into Cho Soo Kyung
and Woo Min Jae?
I got Woo Min Jae's family
home contact and tried calling,
but they didn't answer.
So I inquired at the academy,
and they said it's been a while
since he switched to online classes.
Is that so?
What video is that?
So, while inquiring
around Cho Soo Kyung's house,
I checked the elevator CCTV,
but Woo Min Jae has never left the building.
Not a single time in two weeks.
Well, I suppose it could happen, but…
Is there something wrong with them?
Isn't that why you told me to look into it?
He's never been out even once?
What the…
For real!
Ah, even if you're going to use
someone, at least tell them why.
Ah, and keep trying to
contact Woo Min Jae's family.
Ask around the area a bit more.
Yes.
But, why?
Conducting the investigation
all by herself, just like that.
Prosecutor Kim Tae Hyung, right?
You have a warrant hearing
scheduled for this afternoon.
I'm the investigator in charge
of Kim Seon Yong's case.
Would it be possible for you to talk now?
Ah, I have something to consult with you.
Is the ear injury that severe?
Simple suturing won't do?
It seemed like the paramedics
weren't properly immobilizing his face.
Could that have made the wound worse?
Do you need something?
I wanted to talk with the doctor
about the ear surgery this afternoon…
What's the matter?
Ah, you're Mr. Woo Min Jae's
father, aren't you?
Yes, that's right. What's the matter?
Have you had any recent contact
with Mr. Woo Min Jae?
Pardon?
A phone or video call, have you talked?
Ah, he's at a boarding school
where cellphone use isn't allowed.
It's been quite a while
since we last talked, why?
Boarding school?
So he's not with a relative in Seoul,
named Cho Soo Kyung,
He doesn't have relatives in Seoul.
I'll call you back later, I'm busy now.
[Detective Lee Min Hyeong]
I hesitated after a brief glance,
but it turned out to be right.
What is your relationship with him?
Min Jae and I are from the same high school.
And that woman, I mean Cho Soo Kyung,
is the woman who came to
our school for teacher training.
That… teacher.
Then what about the two of them?
The trainee teacher and
the student…
[Detective Lee Min Hyeong]
The line is busy, leave a message…
Yes, this is Seo Gang Ho.
Is patient Woo Min Jae still in the hospital?
Patient Woo Min Jae was discharged
this afternoon. What's the matter?
There's something I need to check.
Understood.
Have you looked into the relationship
between those two people?
I'm in the process of confirming it,
but why do you ask?
Because they are not relatives.
Is that so?
Is Detective Lee Min Hyeong with you right now?
Didn't you see her at the hospital?
She went out to check something
on Cho Soo Kyung and Woo Min Jae.
What's the relationship
between the two of them?
For now, please tell me.
They say they met as student
and teacher at school.
And they tried to bug my room.
They're probably communicating
with each other somehow.
Yes, I understand.
[Seo Gang Ho]
What brings you here?
There are things to explain
regarding victim support,
and I was also curious
about Woo Min Jae's condition.
Did you come alone?
That's good, then.
I also have something to tell you in private.
Then, please come in.
I'm really sorry…
About saying, I was Min Jae's relative.
Let's hear the reason for that.
I'm really sorry for not telling you earlier,
but I have my reasons too--
Where is Mr. Woo Min Jae?
He stepped out for a moment.
We'll locate Mr. Woo Min Jae,
so please let's go.
To where?
Under the circumstances
of a witness's false testimony,
additional investigation is necessary.
I request your voluntary accompaniment.
Ah, just a moment.
Please just listen to what
I have to say for a moment.
- Get ready.
- Ah, I also…
I had no choice either.
What does that mean?
There's a video.
Min Jae.
No, Min Jae, don't do this, ok?
Min Jae is…
Let go!
I found out during my
training teaching last year.
Shall we stop now?
Okay.
I was sexually assaulted.
So, it's okay if this video spreads,
is that what you mean?
I kept being blackmailed with that video.
I was wrong, Min Jae, okay?
Please, I won't do it again.
Huh?
If that video gets out,
it's over for both of us.
Let go!
Let go!
Ah, let me go!
Just then, you pinned it all
on the delivery person who arrived.
If he said he was hurt because of me,
I thought it would all come out,
including that video.
I hated the idea of that video
being exposed more than dying.
So, you even gave a false statement
that you were relatives?
I'm facing a public service exam,
if it becomes known that I was harmed
by a student during my student teaching…
No… it would be the end of me.
[Seoul Southern Police Station]
It was well-known.
No, I mean, to be more precise,
everyone just hushed it up.
There was a rumor that Cho Soo Kyung's
family was quite powerful.
So, that Cho Soo Kyung
is a person who's only satisfied
when she gets what she wants,
and her family solves such issues.
But at that moment, exactly,
Min Jae got caught.
To the police station?
Me?
No…
I said I'm the victim.
Yes, but you still have to go.
We need to punish false statements
and prepare an official report.
You can also request an investigation
for the part you just testified about.
I…
I told you,
that I'm the victim.
I said it already,
okay?
I'm the victim!
Are you crazy?
What if you do this to the police?
Then what?
She said to go to the police station.
Because of you, really…
What do you want to do now?
Huh?
Take care of it.
Teacher…
Since you started it, you finish it.
When this woman wakes up,
it's the end for you and me.
Hurry!
Are you there?
Is there someone inside?
Mr. Lee Min Hyeong, you're in there, right?
Come on, quickly!
How…
Snap out of it, Woo Min Jae!
This isn't our first time.
We've done this before.
You can do it, right?
But, at that time,
there was someone who went around
blabbering that they were involved.
That person suddenly jumped off
the roof of a building near the school.
That person was not the type to do that.
So, according to some rumors,
Woo Min Jae and Cho Soo Kyung
lured the person to the rooftop,
and then pushed her off.
It's the same this time.
We have to do it.
If we're going to do this
together, we have to do it.
Yes.
It's nothing.
Just like that day on the
rooftop, just for a moment.
You just need to give a little push.
Hurry.
[Face Me]
♫ In your eyes ♫
It's Lee Jin Seok who came out, right?
I need to catch that rat first.
Did this come from the corner of the balcony?
It seems they came to volunteer
at the prison where your father was.
Hey, Director Cha.
Ah, I met Detective Lee. Hey!
Why that detective?
Knowing that these two were prison mates,
he even visited the hospital
where your mother was.
She knew about the relationship between them?
Lee Jin Seok!
Looks like you're flustered.
Because it's not the person you were expecting.
How long were you planning to deceive me?
♫ I know you, I'm falling for you ♫
[Production supported by]
[Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism]
[Korea Creative Content Agency]
[The names, groups, people, institutions, events, etc. in this drama are not related to the reality.]
[The story in this episode is a fiction by creation.]
[Lee Min Hyeong]
[7 years ago]
Loyalty!
On March 24 of the year 2016,
Officer Lee Min Hyeong
has accepted the orders to transfer
to Gayeon Police Station. Loyalty!
[Episode 5]
I heard you volunteered
for night duty on your first day?
Oh, that's some great enthusiasm!
I'm trying to give my best.
I ask for your guidance.
You should not be asking me,
but to those above.
Still, I heard it's been quiet around here,
with no major--
Oh, stop. Stop!
Don't you know
that saying such things is a jinx?
Hold it!
Silent, ok?
It's a taboo word in this line of work.
A taboo.
Yes, I will correct myself.
Patrol car number 11.
A murder occurred at Gayeon-dong Rose Villa.
Requesting reinforcement.
Reinforcements needed.
Let go!
Hey, this punk's high on drugs.
- Request support from the narcotics team!
- Stay still!
I said I didn't do it!
You saw it?
At a villa in Gayeon-dong, Seoul,
a man in his 20s was arrested as a suspect
in the murder of a bride-to-be
residing next door.
The arrested, Mr. Lee had a history
of drug usage and assault.
After taking drugs, he entered the house
and brandished a weapon at Ms. Yoon,
a woman in her 20s,
and is now under suspicion of her murder.
Ah, darn it! This is driving me crazy, really!
Hey, you should
find out the truth, right?
Did I really kill her?
What's with those eyes?
Did I kill her? Huh?
That woman…
I killed her, right?
Your fingerprints were found on the door
of the house, and on the victim's body,
and on the weapon with the victim's blood.
Your fingerprints were perfectly all over it.
Hair, urine and blood
all tested positive in the drug tests.
Moreover, you have a previous conviction
for theft and violence.
Even if I investigate,
it's true you killed her.
Ah, darn! Why would I?
Why? Darn it!
So why?
Why?
Why steal, why fight?
Why?
Why on earth did you kill her?
Brother, why did you do that
to our mom
and to me?
Hey!
Darn it!
- Huh? He is coming out!
- He's out!
- He's coming out!
- He's out!
Please, say something!
Hey, block them!
Why? Why did you do it?
Why did you do that? Why?
Your eyes are still the same.
Why are you here?
Why? Why are you hovering around the victim?
I wanted to see how
that rat Cha Jeong Woo is living.
Are you crazy?
Why are you doing that?
Shouldn't I get back to the life
that rat ruined?
Say something that makes sense.
Who is blaming whom right now?
Thanks to that rat, I became a national star,
becoming someone
who should be killed right away.
None of the prosecutors, judges,
or lawyers would listen to me.
Enough, I have nothing more to say to you.
Appearing after being released
and threatening the victim.
That's enough reason for an emergency arrest.
Wait a moment, okay?
Because I have something prepared as well.
You couldn't avoid even that.
Ms. Lee Min Hyeong!
Ms. Lee Min Hyeong!
Are you okay?
I'm okay.
You've been watching me
since the hospital parking lot.
You looked suspicious enough.
Did you see him? The face?
Are you hurt?
Ah, I'm fine.
I'm okay.
It's not serious enough to need stitches, but,
if left like that, the recovery will be slow.
Go up and receive treatment before leaving.
To a detective, this much
is nothing to worry about. I'm okay.
It's not okay. You are not.
I said I'm okay.
Cha Jeong Woo!
it was Detective Lee Min Hyeong, right?
- What's the matter?
- It's nothing.
What brings you here at this hour?
Ah, Woo Jin wanted to have a drink.
You should have called when you arrived.
What are you doing here?
Well, he looked pretty serious
with Detective Lee,
so I was wondering what was going on.
Detective Lee?
Why were you having a serious conversation
with that detective?
Why would she take off her clothes?
- Hey, you! Please!
- No…
No, look at this. Look, isn't that
the detective's jacket?
Director Cha, are you okay?
Did you report it?
I think that person earlier had a knife on him.
A knife?
Who?
[1F Lobby]
This is more serious than I thought.
This is not something to just let go.
Report it officially to the police and--
Detective Lee Min Hyeong will look into it.
Hey, Jeong Woo,
do you have any idea who it
might be after watching this?
Not sure…
- I'm going.
- Huh?
- Hey!
- Hey, Jeong Woo…
We still have to do it…
It's got me all worried.
Who on earth are you?
Then,
is there a grudge against someone,
or anything like that?
[Criminal Registration, Lee Jin Seok,
Murder, Release Date: April 10, 2023]
The day after Lee Jin Seok's release,
Nam Gi Taek died.
[Release Date: April 10, 2023]
The prisoner… about the release?
I'd like to check
if there has been a recent release.
Are you a victim of a crime?
I am not the concerned party.
Then, regarding the release of a convict,
either the victim or the victim's attorney
are able to inquire with the Prosecutor's
Office's victim support department.
- The victim herself?
- Yes.
We can't disclose information
unless it's the people involved.
Yes?
Yes, this is Lee Min Hyeong.
Ah, if you're at the hospital,
just leave the phone in front of the door--
I've clocked out.
Ah…
Then perhaps by quick service…
Please come here.
- Pardon?
- I'll tell you the address.
No, wait. Just a moment.
[Seoul, Gangeun-gu]
You left it just like that, you idiot?
Hey, wait a second.
Darn, it got disconnected.
Huh.
If they don't pay the delivery fee because
of lateness, you should give them a hard time.
If it were me, I would have half-killed them.
Huh?
Is anyone there?
Delivery!
Delivery!
Are you okay? Your injuries…
Yes, I'm fine.
That arm…
I'm considering asking for a favor in exchange
for providing free medical treatment.
What kind of favor?
There is someone I need to find,
so I was thinking of getting
some help from the police.
Please help here!
I am a cop. What's the matter?
The delivery person who just ran
out suddenly came in and…
First, make a report.
I'm a doctor. Can you hear me?
What should I do?
How is your breathing? Are you okay?
Hello? Is this 119?
- I need a clean towel.
- Yes.
- Please come quickly, with the police.
- Don't move.
This place is…
Just stay like this,
until the paramedics arrive.
Why are you doing this?
You just delivered to number 902, right?
Where is the helmet?
It was dropped at house number 902.
No! When I… when I entered…
Ah, you've just admitted the home invasion.
- You are under arrest for home invasion.
- Wait a moment.
You have the right to appoint an attorney,
and remain silent or refuse
to make self-incriminating statements.
Ah! Darn it…
The pulse and breathing are stable,
but, just in case, please check the vitals.
- Yes.
- Understood.
The guardian insists that we consult
with the plastic surgery department,
but, there is no one on duty
at Janghan Hospital right now.
- What about the plastic surgery hospital?
- I'll check.
For now, come to our hospital.
There are hardly any general hospitals
with plastic surgery on call
at this hour.
[Seoul Southern Police Station]
I ordered food and, while
handing over the delivery fee,
I accidentally dropped the money.
Maybe that got him riled up,
because he just barged in through the door.
Are you being dismissive
because I'm a delivery guy?
Are you dismissing me?
Min Jae tried to stop him
and a fight broke out.
And during that, a mirror accidentally broke.
What is your relation to Mr. Woo Min Jae?
Cousins. Distant cousins.
Kim Seon Yong
has a prior record for similar offenses,
and he's still on probation.
[Criminal Record Inquiry Report]
[Kim Seon Yong, Charges: Damage to Public
Property, Aggravated Assault, Burglary Theft]
What are you talking about?
By the time I entered,
he was already covered in blood.
The whole house was splattered with blood,
and they opened the door
to receive delivery food?
They're trying to pin it on me,
that's what this is.
It's always the delivery
person's fault, isn't it?
You're trying to frame an easy
target, the delivery person.
There's a record of similar offenses.
Special residential intrusion
and assault resulting in injury.
You were sentenced to probation 6 months ago,
and you committed the same crime again
before the end of the probation period.
Why does that come up now?
Does my being an ex-convict serve
as some sort of evidence?
That is why I ran off!
Because it's obvious
you'd try to connect me to past incidents.
If I had known I'd be tied up
because of my criminal history,
I would have been more careful
and acted properly…
What good is it if only I live right?
When you all look at me crookedly!
You just ignore and dismiss
what a criminal says, jeez!
What do you expect me to do?
What the heck are you doing?
What am I supposed to do?
Ah! Darn it!
Let go! Let it go!
Apply for a pre-arrest warrant.
I said I didn't do that.
You saw, right?
Even if I investigate,
it's true you killed her.
Ah, darn! Why would I?
Why? Darn it!
Fortunately, it's not too deep.
It doesn't seem like there's damage
to any major blood vessels or nerves.
The problem is the laceration on the ear.
There's a bit of a defect.
We'll schedule reconstructive surgery
when the staff is in tomorrow.
Tomorrow?
Is it that serious?
Can't you just stitch it up?
Simple suturing won't suffice.
Don't worry too much, it's a simple surgery.
Have there been any other external impacts
after the fragments hurt the jaw area?
Why do you ask?
Because the wound near the jaw
is quite deep compared to other areas.
I was out of it,
so I don't remember well.
I'll clean the wound and start suturing.
How did it go?
Is Min Jae's face okay?
The facial suturing went well,
and we'll operate on the ear
when the staff arrives tomorrow.
Is the ear injury that severe?
Simple suturing won't do?
We need to harvest cartilage
from the other side to fill the defect.
Don't worry too much,
it's not a complicated surgery.
Uh, I…
When we were transferring Min Jae,
it seemed like the paramedics
weren't properly immobilizing his face.
Could that have made the wound worse?
Did that happen?
It would be fortunate
if it hasn't gotten worse…
Anyway, thank you for your hard work.
[1F Lobby]
[B1 Parking Lot]
Huh? I was just about to call you.
It can't be good news,
this early in the morning.
And it's even less likely,
when you come deliver something.
This person here yesterday,
I saw you were filming him.
You know who he is?
Lee Jin Seok,
the criminal from that case 7 years ago.
It's not confirmed, but if he was released,
why would he appear before me,
what he is thinking…
Please find him for me.
Have you seen
this person before?
Yes… at my father's funeral.
I remember him because there weren't
many people who came to pay respects.
Who is this person?
He was someone in the same prison.
There's something I need to verify.
Does it have to do with my father's death?
It's not certain yet.
I need to find out more.
The team leader asked to
upload the investigation file
because of the victim's statement.
I'm going to the hospital, then I'll head back.
Ok.
You've completed the third case,
so you're preparing to leave the country,
why did you bring number 4?
It hasn't been approved yet.
So…
If the partner's consent
continues to be not granted,
will you keep bringing in victims?
It's my neighbor. I brought them
because there were no hospital beds available.
Isn't it an emergency room instinct?
That's something from the past.
You can't hide the instinct.
Hey, Jeong Woo. Hey, what is it?
I heard another crime victim came to the ward.
Didn't you finish that?
He said number 3 was done, and yet
he personally transferred the patient.
Don't read too much into it.
I brought them thinking
it was just a simple suture case.
What does that mean?
So, it's not just a simple suture?
What is it?
Ah, what is it?
Pretending not to be interested,
he's focusing all his attention on the patient.
Am I really going to have abs in two hours?
Getting rid of all the useless fat,
if we sculpt the upper layer of fat
under the skin into the ab shape,
it will all come out,
so you don't have to worry.
Once the surgery is done,
and you start exercising lightly,
it will settle in more perfectly.
And you can get it tighter.
I've already registered at the gym.
Once I get these abs just right,
I'll confidently work out with my shirt off.
I even bought a crop tee.
A crop tee is great indeed.
Yes, all done.
Alright, now to transform into a real man,
shall we try having a fantastic
time of deep sleep?
It's good.
We've got a good spot too, let's see…
Okay, good job.
That delivery person suddenly came in…
Are you being dismissive
because I'm a delivery guy?
Are you dismissing me?
Just a moment.
Did you get the bruise
on your wrist from the fight?
It seems like it…
Things were so hectic…
Understood, I'll take additional statements
on the necessary parts again later.
Excuse me…
Are you finished?
Yes, I've wrapped up for now,
and have decided to take
additional statements later.
It seems Min Jae is quite shocked.
He will probably have a hard time.
That's likely.
What happened to that delivery guy?
He is currently under investigation.
Why do you ask?
You mentioned a criminal record.
I'm anxious he might come back.
A warrant has been requested,
and it will probably be issued,
so don't worry too much.
Oh, okay.
See me for a moment,
I have something to discuss.
Just wrap it up quickly.
I have someone in mind.
The person who did this to you.
What?
Why are you so surprised?
Ah… because of the pain.
If it hurts that much, why did you
refuse treatment yesterday?
We talked in front of the house yesterday,
about possibly asking for police assistance.
I want to confirm the release of a prisoner,
someone named Lee Jin Seok.
You shouldn't make such
a personal request to the police.
You of all people should know.
Thank you.
I'll pay the medical fee next time.
Don't you have something to ask me?
What do you…?
Patient Woo Min Jae.
Are you not curious about peculiar observations
during the patient's treatment?
Ah, right.
About that.
It's a fragment removed from the chin area.
It's especially deep
compared to the other wounds.
The other wounds are less
than 1cm, but this one is 3cm.
The depth, shape, and
direction are all different.
The cross-section is also messy.
If it's messy…
Unlike the other wounds,
the inside was crushed.
Do you need something?
I wanted to talk with the doctor
about the ear surgery this afternoon…
Please speak.
How long will the surgery take?
About two to three hours.
I will arrange for you to receive
proper surgery instructions.
Yes.
That…
Was that stuck in me?
In cases of accidents like this,
the police receives a medical opinion.
Understood.
Then…
So you're saying that wound wasn't made
by a fragment getting stuck as it fell?
Judging by the shape of the wound, yes.
It seems like someone stabbed it in.
So it's not like the others.
You mean just this one was like that?
Yes.
Understood, I'll look into it.
Yes, detective.
Did the schedule for Kim Seon Yong's
warrant hearing come out?
Yes, it's set for the afternoon,
so I'll be entering the court in a bit.
Why?
Look into the relationship between
Cho Soo Kyung and Woo Min Jae again.
Uh… Yes, understood.
We will begin reconstructive surgery
on patient Woo Min Jae.
Scalpel.
But, until when do I
need to keep the blood drain?
In principle, it should be for about a week.
If you come back after three days,
- we will check your condition and decide.
- Yes.
You must wear the compression
garment for a month.
Yes, I understand.
It helps with recovery if you move
a bit, even though it's difficult.
Call us if you need.
Yes.
She was talking with the doctor
to get some kind of medical opinion.
What are you doing?
Well, it's just that…
Ah, it's nothing.
The defect was not extensive,
so the surgery was relatively easy.
More than the reconstructed side,
there may be more pain on the side
from which the cartilage was harvested.
Understood.
After discharge, you should
come in every 3 to 4 days,
to receive outpatient treatment.
Yes, I understand.
Did you submit
the opinion letter to the police?
Since you said you submit an opinion
letter to the police for such cases.
Yes.
What did you write?
What are you curious about?
Ah, no.
Don't worry about it.
You're asking to compare this
with these slippers?
Yes, as soon as possible.
Hey, what the heck are you doing?
It's okay.
You've been investigating me as
the culprit from the start, right?
Because I have a prior record.
Because you can totally ignore a powerless,
backup-less ex-convict like me!
Come here, you rat!
Do you still think it's me,
really?
Thanks to that rat, I became a national star,
becoming someone
who should be killed right away.
None of the prosecutors, judges,
or lawyers would listen to me.
Enough, I have nothing more to say to you.
What the heck is this?
Here.
Make sure to take your prescription
when you go home.
Ah, yes, I'll go down now.
Just wait here for a moment.
I'll go down and come back quickly.
Can't I just go?
It's just a prescription.
No need to draw attention
to yourself for no reason.
Don't worry, I'll be back quickly.
Have you looked into Cho Soo Kyung
and Woo Min Jae?
I got Woo Min Jae's family
home contact and tried calling,
but they didn't answer.
So I inquired at the academy,
and they said it's been a while
since he switched to online classes.
Is that so?
What video is that?
So, while inquiring
around Cho Soo Kyung's house,
I checked the elevator CCTV,
but Woo Min Jae has never left the building.
Not a single time in two weeks.
Well, I suppose it could happen, but…
Is there something wrong with them?
Isn't that why you told me to look into it?
He's never been out even once?
What the…
For real!
Ah, even if you're going to use
someone, at least tell them why.
Ah, and keep trying to
contact Woo Min Jae's family.
Ask around the area a bit more.
Yes.
But, why?
Conducting the investigation
all by herself, just like that.
Prosecutor Kim Tae Hyung, right?
You have a warrant hearing
scheduled for this afternoon.
I'm the investigator in charge
of Kim Seon Yong's case.
Would it be possible for you to talk now?
Ah, I have something to consult with you.
Is the ear injury that severe?
Simple suturing won't do?
It seemed like the paramedics
weren't properly immobilizing his face.
Could that have made the wound worse?
Do you need something?
I wanted to talk with the doctor
about the ear surgery this afternoon…
What's the matter?
Ah, you're Mr. Woo Min Jae's
father, aren't you?
Yes, that's right. What's the matter?
Have you had any recent contact
with Mr. Woo Min Jae?
Pardon?
A phone or video call, have you talked?
Ah, he's at a boarding school
where cellphone use isn't allowed.
It's been quite a while
since we last talked, why?
Boarding school?
So he's not with a relative in Seoul,
named Cho Soo Kyung,
He doesn't have relatives in Seoul.
I'll call you back later, I'm busy now.
[Detective Lee Min Hyeong]
I hesitated after a brief glance,
but it turned out to be right.
What is your relationship with him?
Min Jae and I are from the same high school.
And that woman, I mean Cho Soo Kyung,
is the woman who came to
our school for teacher training.
That… teacher.
Then what about the two of them?
The trainee teacher and
the student…
[Detective Lee Min Hyeong]
The line is busy, leave a message…
Yes, this is Seo Gang Ho.
Is patient Woo Min Jae still in the hospital?
Patient Woo Min Jae was discharged
this afternoon. What's the matter?
There's something I need to check.
Understood.
Have you looked into the relationship
between those two people?
I'm in the process of confirming it,
but why do you ask?
Because they are not relatives.
Is that so?
Is Detective Lee Min Hyeong with you right now?
Didn't you see her at the hospital?
She went out to check something
on Cho Soo Kyung and Woo Min Jae.
What's the relationship
between the two of them?
For now, please tell me.
They say they met as student
and teacher at school.
And they tried to bug my room.
They're probably communicating
with each other somehow.
Yes, I understand.
[Seo Gang Ho]
What brings you here?
There are things to explain
regarding victim support,
and I was also curious
about Woo Min Jae's condition.
Did you come alone?
That's good, then.
I also have something to tell you in private.
Then, please come in.
I'm really sorry…
About saying, I was Min Jae's relative.
Let's hear the reason for that.
I'm really sorry for not telling you earlier,
but I have my reasons too--
Where is Mr. Woo Min Jae?
He stepped out for a moment.
We'll locate Mr. Woo Min Jae,
so please let's go.
To where?
Under the circumstances
of a witness's false testimony,
additional investigation is necessary.
I request your voluntary accompaniment.
Ah, just a moment.
Please just listen to what
I have to say for a moment.
- Get ready.
- Ah, I also…
I had no choice either.
What does that mean?
There's a video.
Min Jae.
No, Min Jae, don't do this, ok?
Min Jae is…
Let go!
I found out during my
training teaching last year.
Shall we stop now?
Okay.
I was sexually assaulted.
So, it's okay if this video spreads,
is that what you mean?
I kept being blackmailed with that video.
I was wrong, Min Jae, okay?
Please, I won't do it again.
Huh?
If that video gets out,
it's over for both of us.
Let go!
Let go!
Ah, let me go!
Just then, you pinned it all
on the delivery person who arrived.
If he said he was hurt because of me,
I thought it would all come out,
including that video.
I hated the idea of that video
being exposed more than dying.
So, you even gave a false statement
that you were relatives?
I'm facing a public service exam,
if it becomes known that I was harmed
by a student during my student teaching…
No… it would be the end of me.
[Seoul Southern Police Station]
It was well-known.
No, I mean, to be more precise,
everyone just hushed it up.
There was a rumor that Cho Soo Kyung's
family was quite powerful.
So, that Cho Soo Kyung
is a person who's only satisfied
when she gets what she wants,
and her family solves such issues.
But at that moment, exactly,
Min Jae got caught.
To the police station?
Me?
No…
I said I'm the victim.
Yes, but you still have to go.
We need to punish false statements
and prepare an official report.
You can also request an investigation
for the part you just testified about.
I…
I told you,
that I'm the victim.
I said it already,
okay?
I'm the victim!
Are you crazy?
What if you do this to the police?
Then what?
She said to go to the police station.
Because of you, really…
What do you want to do now?
Huh?
Take care of it.
Teacher…
Since you started it, you finish it.
When this woman wakes up,
it's the end for you and me.
Hurry!
Are you there?
Is there someone inside?
Mr. Lee Min Hyeong, you're in there, right?
Come on, quickly!
How…
Snap out of it, Woo Min Jae!
This isn't our first time.
We've done this before.
You can do it, right?
But, at that time,
there was someone who went around
blabbering that they were involved.
That person suddenly jumped off
the roof of a building near the school.
That person was not the type to do that.
So, according to some rumors,
Woo Min Jae and Cho Soo Kyung
lured the person to the rooftop,
and then pushed her off.
It's the same this time.
We have to do it.
If we're going to do this
together, we have to do it.
Yes.
It's nothing.
Just like that day on the
rooftop, just for a moment.
You just need to give a little push.
Hurry.
[Face Me]
♫ In your eyes ♫
It's Lee Jin Seok who came out, right?
I need to catch that rat first.
Did this come from the corner of the balcony?
It seems they came to volunteer
at the prison where your father was.
Hey, Director Cha.
Ah, I met Detective Lee. Hey!
Why that detective?
Knowing that these two were prison mates,
he even visited the hospital
where your mother was.
She knew about the relationship between them?
Lee Jin Seok!
Looks like you're flustered.
Because it's not the person you were expecting.
How long were you planning to deceive me?
♫ I know you, I'm falling for you ♫