TELL ME THAT YOU LOVE ME
CHARACTERS, PLACES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND EVENTS IN THIS DRAMA ARE FICTITIOUS
How could you leave it lying around like this?
What if Moeun sees it?
It even breaks my heart.
And how would she feel?
She would feel bad for both me and her birth mother
and walk on eggshells because of it...
I would hate that.
I am Moeun's mother.
I'd hate it even if she felt a little distant from me.
I don't want
our daughter to become a child too mature for her age to open up to her mom.
No one would've known
those happy, lasting moments when they smiled
in front of the camera...
Such moments...
would later become
painful memories...
and secrets to hide.
And those secrets made without anyone's knowledge...
Yes, it was him. It was Dohun.
Squeeze out through a tiny crack like water seeping out...
I never imagined I'd see...
of a cracked glass,
drop by drop.
Isn't it interesting?
Tell me about it.
They become gossip for someone,
hurt the wounds yet to be healed,
or shake someone's world
that had been
quiet and peaceful.
You're the one who started it again.
A famous painter like you should be careful.
I should be careful?
I even set fire to the college building while stalking you.
Am I wrong?
Why are you really doing this?
- Let's talk later. - You still like him?
Do you pity him?
Or is it your ambition as a curator?
Do you want to make Jinwoo a star to have a chance with him again?
Do you really still have feelings for him?
Ms. Song.
Shall we get back now?
I'm sorry for interrupting you.
No, it's okay.
What is it?
The Culture and Arts Center wants to ask you something in person.
- Where are they? - I'll take you to them.
Let's go.
EP 12 SECRETS TELL ME THAT YOU LOVE ME
Are you all right?
Don't worry about me and focus on the exhibition.
- Oh, hey. - Hi.
Hello.
Since you're here, I feel comfortable.
I was feeling nervous.
Honey, what's there to be nervous about?
You've already seen all the paintings here at Jinwoo's place.
Excuse me.
He's right. Take your time looking around.
They look even cooler here in the exhibition hall!
Yes, I agree.
Welcome!
Hey!
Wow, you...
I'm so glad to have such a great friend.
You know?
Who would've thought I'd be invited by an artist to his exhibition?
You have no idea how much he's been waiting for this day.
He's been waiting.
No, just a little.
Thank you for inviting us.
Thank you for coming.
Oh, sure. You've done a great job.
I should be careful?
I even set fire to the college building while stalking you.
Am I wrong?
JINWOO
CHA JINWOO
NO SIGNAL
All right. Cheers!
Whoo!
Mm.
Oh...
It's your day and he's the excited one.
Look.
I just drank a little because I was thirsty, okay?
He used to buy me meals and paints
with the money he earned doing manual labor jobs.
It's thanks to you that I've been able to keep painting.
Thank you.
Hey, why did you have to
bring that up in front of everyone?
Keep going. Just a bit more.
God, I feel so happy today. Cheers.
Moeun, what do you make of Jinwoo drawing murals?
Uh...
To be honest,
I'm happy that he keeps drawing.
But he goes here and there at night when he can't even hear.
It's worrisome. It's dangerous to walk around at night.
About the wound on his face last time,
I heard he got into a fight while drawing a mural.
Yes, that's true.
He said that since the incident, his insomnia had gotten worse,
so he had to keep himself busy.
I'm okay with it now.
You're okay with it?
But he's gotten a lot better
since he met you.
I saw his burn scar.
- How did he... - Oh.
When he was in college,
there was a fire at school. He got it then.
- You can take it. - Okay.
I liked the paintings I saw at the exhibition today,
but I love the murals of people from the back.
I hope you teach art for a long time.
Why?
So I can make Sol take your class when she grows up.
Wait.
Then it's not too far away.
Only in about 15 years.
I know, right? Time flies.
Now, bottoms up?
You must be so tired.
I was happy that we got to spend this good day for you together.
Are you worried about something?
Or do you have something to tell me?
What is it?
Earlier,
at the exhibition hall...
Should we talk by text?
IT'S GOING TO BE A LONG CONVERSATION
LET'S GET SOME REST AND TALK SOME OTHER TIME
Okay.
Today's exhibition was amazing.
Thank you.
When we met earlier,
your hair parting was 6.5:3.5.
And you looked so handsome.
No, it's not 6:4.
It's 6.5:3.5.
Yes. Look in the mirror now.
Yes.
Modam.
Style is all about details.
No.
Yes.
Yes. The Korean food we had today?
Did you like it?
You know, there was always a long line there,
so I haven't been able to try it.
I never thought I'd end up going there with you.
Modam.
Moeun just got home. I'll call you back later.
Bye.
Yes, I feel so childish now.
It's been so long since I last dated someone, so I get chatty.
Was I too noisy?
Yes, you were.
Fine. I'll try to be quietly noisy from now on.
No. It's nice to hear.
- Really? - Yes.
You know,
laughing while talking about things not so important...
It's nice to hear those noisy
sounds.
Because I can't do that.
Oh...
That was so thoughtless of me.
Sorry.
What for?
Just because I envy you,
doesn't mean I'm not happy.
Right, that's true.
But why do you look so down?
Is something wrong?
I don't know.
When I first met him in Jeju,
it rained.
And it suddenly thundered, so I looked at him.
But he was lost in thought as if nothing had happened.
He looked...
a bit lonely.
Right. I feel you.
But...
I came to realize something else today.
Something else?
Just like I was startled by thunder
while he didn't know it thundered at all,
even when we're in the same space,
there are occasions where...
only I hear and get to know about something.
And if I try to explain it to him in sign language
or by texting every time that happens...
I'm like, "Where and how do I start?"
"How should I put it?"
I'm at a loss.
I only thought
he could be lonely because he can't hear.
But I could
also be lonely
because I can.
Something I just realized.
Moeun, are you okay?
Yes, I'm okay.
I'm so tired.
I'll go up to my room.
Okay.
- Good night. - Good night.
Mm.
What's this? What's up with all these greens?
Why does it look like your leftovers?
It's not.
Your stomach's upset because you always eat unhealthy food.
- Just eat. - No, I don't think that's it.
I think you made a simple meal to go out to see Jiyu.
No. I'm staying home today.
- What about you? - Moeun is... No.
Actress Moeun's coming for a lesson.
Darn it. Then I should go out.
Why?
Because
your sister is your girlfriend's friend?
Feel uncomfortable to see her?
Hey, why though?
It's not like it's illegal for you two to date.
It's not like that. What's with you?
Seriously. Just eat.
It's just...
I think Moeun's having a hard time.
Why? Who said that? Did Jiyu say that?
But why?
I don't know. Things are going well with her boyfriend, but...
Then she should be happy. Why depressed?
Gosh, Jung Moeun. What's wrong with her?
Hey, don't you say that to her.
Moeun would be hurt.
That's why I don't want to see her.
She'll be upset if she knows what I think.
You stay home today. I'll go out.
I should take her somewhere to get some fresh air.
Moeun?
What are you... Are you here to see me?
Yes.
I just stopped by to ask you some questions.
I see.
Why don't we get inside?
Okay.
Here.
I heard
about the person Jinwoo saw
for a long time.
Oh...
I see.
I know it's all in the past.
And because of the exhibition,
they need to see each other often.
I understand that.
But I keep hearing their old stories through other people.
And that bothers me.
I see.
Well...
I won't lie to you.
Jinwoo and Seokyung
liked each other a lot.
And after the breakup,
Jinwoo had a really hard time.
Why did they break up?
Seokyung suddenly left for France.
She said she was sick of everything.
And she said really harsh things to him.
But that was
right after the fire at school.
I think the shock from the incident
made him take longer to get over it.
Moeun.
You don't need to worry.
If you think about
how careful Jinwoo was when you two started dating,
then you'd know.
You know he wouldn't
have started with anyone, not just you, if he was going to go back to her.
YOON JOHAN
Hey. I'm on my way to the bus stop.
I know. I'm watching you.
What?
- Hey. - What's this?
Why are you so deep in thought?
- I was just... - Get in.
I could've just taken the bus. Are you coming from somewhere?
Mm-mm.
We're not going to my studio today.
Let's go somewhere else.
I booked this amazing studio to practice.
I just started learning. I won't need that.
Hmm?
I mean, all I can play is Mary Had a Little Lamb.
No.
You can also play Spring in the Deep Mountains, too.
They're practically the same.
Just cancel it.
No, it's too late.
What are those?
The studio rental fee.
What?
Are you okay? Should I help you?
No, it's okay.
Mom, Dad, we're here!
My goodness. What are all those?
Goodness. Who will eat all of them?
You didn't have to bring so much.
How have you been?
Well, we're always well. It's good to see you.
Were you surprised to hear we were coming?
Goodness.
Your father got so impatient and went back and forth
to check if you were coming.
He got me so distracted.
I just came out because I heard something.
Yeah, right.
You know what? She's a master at exaggerating.
Wow, did you miss me that much?
I missed you two so much too.
Goodness. Yes, I missed you to death.
Come on in.
- Come on. - Let's go.
They must be heavy.
"Why is Yoo Meri's wish list here..."
So, you're playing this "Yoo Meri," right?
Yes.
You have so many lines.
Mom.
It's true that it has more lines than my previous roles did,
but not that many.
It's just a few lines.
My goodness.
God, two of my children, not just one, are working on the same show.
Though I don't like drama shows, I should watch this.
Just watch it?
You should boast about it too.
Come on. What do you take me for, some silly dad?
By the way, what's he doing?
Johan? He's in the storage room.
I cleaned it up recently
and found a box of vinyl we used to listen to.
I asked him if he wanted some of it just in case,
and he's going through it right now.
Are you that happy?
- Wow. Hey. - Yes?
This is like a relic.
This one, too.
If I ask Dad to give me some, do you think he will?
Of course. They were in the storage room anyway.
I forgot how much he loves music.
Right. I think I take after him.
What's this?
There's a picture.
What?
He looks like Dad.
Yes. He is Dad.
I see. He looks so handsome.
And she...
Probably
my birth mother?
Mm.
Want to check out these records too?
Wow.
Ever since I saw them fight,
I had thoughts like,
"Does Mom really love me?"
"Is she pretending to love me?"
My head was full of these doubts.
That's so bad.
I'm practically a stranger to her, and I have a lot of issues.
But she loves me so much unconditionally.
And you doubted her love?
I was too young back then.
I was so anxious and scared
that my mom might not love me
when she meant the world to me.
What about now?
I'm old enough now,
and it seems she doesn't even remember that happened,
but it would've been much better if I didn't know.
I still think so.
You must've cried a lot in secret.
Yes.
I must have.
Come to think of it,
I forgot for a while...
there are secrets
you can't tell because you love them.
Mom and Dad, I had a good rest here. Thank you.
- Sure. Drive safe. - I will.
Take care.
You too.
Don't worry too much if I don't call you often.
It's okay not to call often.
Just call me when something's upsetting you.
And when you want to cry.
And when you're hungry because you have no money.
Because I'll just think you're busy having fun
and feel relieved that you're doing well
if I don't hear from you.
So don't worry about us. Okay?
Goodness.
What's gotten into you?
Well, it's no fun to do what I always do.
Oh, my.
- I'll get going. - Okay.
- Don't come out. - Okay.
- All right. Forget it. - I'll do what I always do.
Off you go.
- Go now. - Bye.
Bye.
What did you do with the picture?
Well, I just put it back in the box.
I thought you'd keep it.
I'd feel bad for my mom if I kept it without her knowing,
and I can't just get rid of it either.
It's just up to them
to forget such a picture
ever existed forever
or
To remember it someday.
Want to listen to music?
Congrats on your first exhibition.
Thank you.
The exhibition's not even over yet,
but there are already a lot of people waiting for your next one.
Critic Lee Seok has such high standards
and it was so hard to invite him,
but he spoke highly of your works, and it moved the collectors' hearts.
You did such a good job too.
You didn't show it, but you must've felt so pressured.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't.
Through the exhibition, I've become sure of two things.
First, that you're really a great artist.
Second,
that I'm the perfect partner for you.
WHAT?
WHAT DO YOU LISTEN TO?
WHAT DO YOU MEAN? I CAN'T HEAR ANYTHING.
IT'S JUST THAT YOU HAVE EARPHONES ON ALL THE TIME...
I JUST WEAR THEM.
BECAUSE THAT WAY, NO ONE TRIES TALK TO ME.
Uh-huh.
IF YOU HAVE ANYTHING TO ASK ME,
JUST ASK.
WHAT DO YOU WANT TO ASK?
IF YOU EVER HAD THE CHANCE TO HEAR,
WHAT WOULD YOU WANT TO HEAR THE MOST?
No, I didn't mean...
I'M SORRY IF I OFFENDED YOU.
IT'S NOTHING TO BE SORRY ABOUT.
THAT'S JUST WHAT YOU THINK.
THOSE WHO HAVE NEVER HEARD ANYTHING,
DON'T HAVE MUCH DESIRE TO HEAR SOMETHING,
AT LEAST I DON'T.
SO WHEN YOU ASK ME SOMETHING,
STOP MAKING THAT FACE.
SORRY.
IT'S BEAUTIFUL.
I'LL TAKE IT ALONE.
WHY? LET'S TAKE IT TOGETHER.
NO.
WHY? LET'S TAKE IT TOGETHER.
Want me to take it for you?
YES.
SMILE.
HELLO.
YOU TWO TAKE A PHOTO TOO!
Us?
YES, YOU TWO.
MR. CHA, PUT YOUR ARM LIKE THIS.
ONE, TWO, THREE.
GOODBYE.
See you later.
Hello.
It closes at 5:30 p.m. Please keep that in mind.
Okay.
Should we wrap it up?
Excuse me.
Use this.
Thank you.
What's wrong with me?
You're the last audience of this exhibition.
Today is the last day.
Then I'll be memorable.
Since I came when it almost ended
and cried pathetically.
If you don't mind my asking,
why did you cry?
I'm not sure.
I don't know either.
"While looking at the quiet and still pond alone,
"what was the painter thinking about?"
"What was his life like?"
"And what made him draw a painting like this?" And those thoughts
made me cry.
Presumptuous, isn't it?
Looking at just one painting,
how much can you possibly know about the artist's life?
This painter named Cha Jinwoo, what is he like?
Well...
He's a good person.
And he visited here from time to time.
It's a shame that today's the last day.
Thank you.
- Thank you for today. - Sure.
Wait.
If it's okay with you,
will you leave your number?
I'll contact you if there's any good news
regarding Mr. Cha Jinwoo.
Your exhibition ended well.
Congratulations.
Right.
Why don't we stay here for a bit?
Want some tea?
The smell of the paint.
When I was here for the first time,
it felt so awkward.
That never occurred to me. How is it now?
Oh, it's fine now.
I'm kind of used to it.
Because
now I smell it from your home, clothes,
and hands.
THEY SAY MEMORIES LINKED WITH SMELLS LAST VERY LONG.
YOU KNOW WHEN CERTAIN SCENT
BRINGS BACK CERTAIN MEMORIES ALL OF A SUDDEN?
SOMEDAY, SOMEWHERE,
WHEN I'M ALONE AND SMELL PAINT, I'LL REMEMBER THIS MOMENT.
This moment.
The two of us.
I guess
some people even cry, moved by paintings.
You know, earlier at the hall,
there was this visitor who cried while looking at a painting.
Really?
Yes.
What? Just a minute.
Hello?
Yes. Right now?
Well... I'll call you back.
It was Johan.
He said he finished writing the song
for the drama show
and asked if I could come over now.
Since the shooting starts soon,
you must not have much time left to practice.
You're right. So I'm worried.
Cheer up!
I want to be with you longer, though.
I'll try to finish it quickly
and text you.
Bye.
Here.
♪ Bring the memories back ♪
♪ Dusty, old photographs ♪
♪ Smiling side by side ♪
♪ Those days are ♪
♪ Precious stories of my youth ♪
♪ The days that greeted me warmly ♪
♪ I'm walking back home ♪
♪ Turning around the alley Where we used to play ♪
♪ Suddenly facing the season's ♪
♪ Unfamiliar wind ♪
♪ Even if I Try to stop my steps ♪
♪ I find myself moving closer again ♪
♪ Whenever see you ♪
♪ Worried you might hear I turn around, holding my breath ♪
♪ Softly calling out Your name ♪
♪ When you call me ♪
♪ In case you might hear My clueless heart ♪
♪ Is racing breathlessly Afraid you'll notice ♪
You told me...
to stop there.
But I can't.
I keep thinking about back then.
Back then, I thought I had no other choice.
But now I'm not sure if I really didn't.
Look, Seokyung.
I really can't understand you,
so just keep things like that to yourself. Please.
You're giving me a headache.
Thinking that we had to break up no matter what,
I said a lot of harsh things.
But his face
while he was listening to me and getting hurt...
I couldn't get it
out of my mind.
It was so painful.
Look.
The way I see it,
you feel bad for Jinwoo on the outside,
but on the inside,
you're just pitying yourself.
What, the look on his face?
You think you saw it?
Back then, there was
no look on his face.
He was like a corpse.
Since you brought it up,
when the fire broke out at school, it was full of smoke.
So he couldn't see or hear.
What should he have done in that situation?
Should he have just died?
And if he had,
then he would've died for you. You wouldn't have been hurt then?
Don't put it like that, Kihyun.
Do you know how he really was?
He had trouble sleeping at night, but when he fell asleep,
he kept waking up because of your voice asking for help
in his dreams.
Because of your voice that he'd never heard in his life.
You know, I...
I welcome you back. I really do.
I'm glad and I mean it.
Since you showed Jinwoo how well you're doing,
he can stop feeling guilty now.
Am I wrong?
- Right now? - Yes.
He must feel empty since the exhibition ended today,
so I want to be with him.
Did you tell him then?
Yes, I texted him, but I guess he hasn't seen it yet.
DEEP
- Gosh, it's pouring. - Right.
Wait here.
- An umbrella... - Okay.
But he hasn't replied yet. What if he's not home?
I'll just wait for him.
Who knows when he'll come back?
Hey, the rain's getting heavier.
Don't worry about me and go home.
- All right, then. I'll get going. - Okay.