03x12 - Episode 12

[bunniefuu]

[Lee Je Hoon]

[Jang Hyuk Jin, Bae Yoo Ram, Kim Eui Sung, Pyo Ye Jin]

[Taxi Driver 3]

[This drama is a work of fiction]

[All people, incidents, and backgrounds...]

[in this drama are fictitious.]

[Children and animals were filmed under guidelines.]

Can you tell me...

what has happened to you?

[Thank you. You've been phished.]

What is this?

If the police weren't going to do anything,

I decided I'd have to fight that jerk my own way.

From that moment on,

he started tormenting me in these bizarre ways.

The retaliation against Ms. Yoo from the beginning...

seems to be a mix of two different M.O.s.

One is meticulous and timid,

like a diligent, low-level con artist.

The other is bold, cruel,

and enjoys playing sadistic games.

So like you said, it's not one guy, but a whole group?

That voice is our general manager.

Where is he right now?

It felt like they were freelancers on a platform that jerk provided.

That's what I thought was strange too.

It's not like it's some startup,

but believe me, they treated crime like it was some high-paying gig.

They were even bragging about their experience.

And since that jerk provided manuals and all the needed supplies,

it's no wonder it didn't feel like a real crime to them.

Given this structure, instead of catching these grunts,

we have to catch the mastermind, that jerk, who's holed up.

Right.

By the way, what about Chief Choi? Where did he go?

He wanted to wrap this up himself.

You don't remember my voice, do you?

No.

Of course you don't. You've scammed too many to remember.

But I...

I remember your voice as clear as day.

[General Manager]

That's how personal this is for me.

What?

[General Manager]

What? What's going on?

Are you...

in some kind of trouble?

[General Manager]

I'm leaving the country.

I got a better-paying offer.

Gosh, you scared me. Darn it.

Come on, you have to warn me. This really puts me in a bind.

Sorry.

This was a sudden decision.

This was just a really sudden decision.

Then you know you forfeit your bonus, right?

Yes. I'm sorry.

Gosh, why are kids these days so flaky?

He'll be posting a new job listing soon.

Good job.

Darn it.

[Help wanted: High-paying part-time gig]

Chief Choi wrapped things up nicely. The job ad is up.

He said if someone has to infiltrate the jerks' den,

he wants to be the one to go in. He wants to finish the job for good.

Chief Choi?

I told him no. It's too dangerous as they've already heard his voice.

And I can't go either. I'm too scared.

I'll go.

So? Do I look like a convincing con artist?

- You bet.
- Yes. A total natural.

- Shall we begin?
- Yes.

Hey, I'm not sure if that was a compliment.

[Taxi Driver 3]

Nice shot!

[Part-Time Job Application: An Go Eun]

[Send a verification photo.]

Why do they suddenly need a selfie? This is ridiculous.

Go Eun. Not on your left cheek.

You need to make a peace sign on your right cheek.

Oh, on my right cheek.

Isn't this ridiculous?

For a job interview, they just told me...

to send a selfie out of the blue with no explanation.

What kind of interview is this?

How does this look?

Perfect.

Okay, I'm sending this one.

So gorgeous.

She is quite gorgeous.

- Hello?
- Nice to speak with you, Ms. An.

It's an interview, but it's not in person?

There's no need to see each other's faces.

As long as we do our jobs well, that's all that matters.

I suppose that's true.

All that meeting and greeting is just a hassle anyway.

You have a nice voice.

It's very compelling.

I hear that a lot. They say I'll get great results.

Have you ever done this type of work?

I've done telemarketing. Recruiting members over the phone.

Then you'll get the hang of this in no time.

Of course.

As long as I don't get caught, I know I can do really well.

Forgive me.

It's just the first time I've had someone say that in an interview.

Don't get me wrong. I'm not planning to do this long.

I just need enough for my deposit, and then I'm quitting.

Right, of course.

Let's just work well together until then.

When can you start?

Well...

Right now?

I'll send you the address.

Okay.

A box came by courier earlier. It looks like it's for you.

[Work Manual]

- Yes.
- Since you're in a study cafe,

just answer me.

- You got the box, right?
- Yes.

The manual explains how you'll be working.

Most of the documents and programs you need are already on the laptop.

Don't upload text for descriptions. Take a screenshot and upload that.

Because sometimes you get weirdos who copy the text to search for it.

Got it.

And don't make the description too detailed.

Just say, "It's a new, unopened birthday gift."

- That way, you get fewer questions.
- Okay.

You'll figure this out as you go,

but when you get a call,

first confirm which item they're calling about.

- Okay.
- As for the rest, read the manual,

and if you have any questions, ask the person next to you.

Okay.

[HelloMarket]

[National ID Card]

I'm going to the restroom.

I'm starting right now.

But you haven't even finished your training yet, have you?

If we just wait, more people will get hurt.

Besides, I've got it all down.

The study room has a free spot. Let's go over there.

You can take calls more freely there.

Oh, okay.

Study room?

Okay.

Let's do this.

Wait, what's this ticket for?

An issue right before the meetup has delayed the deal.

He got into a car accident on the way or something, right?

Yes, I think that was it.

So much for that deal.

What? What a waste.

You do mind if I try calling them back?

Knock yourself out.

Here's the username and password.

Hello?

Hi, by any chance, are you the one...

who was supposed to buy concert tickets from my brother?

- Yes.
- My brother was coming to meet you.

You heard he was in a car accident, right?

Yes.

He died.

Why did she go from zero to a hundred like that?

If you still happen to need the tickets,

I can give them to you for 30 percent off.

What do you say?

Well, if you say so, Go Eun, I'll do it.

Thank you. Just a moment then.

I just sent you the account number. Once you transfer the money,

I'll go to the post office and mail you the tickets right away.

And one more thing. Don't even ask to meet in person.

Not after how my brother died.

[7,000 dollars has been transferred to An Go Eun of Seongju Bank.]

Chief Choi says he just transferred the 7,000 dollars.

What, 7,000 Dollars? You sent it already?

Okay, then I'll ship the tickets out right now.

Take care.

Go Eun has some serious skills.

Turns out I'm a natural.

And we almost didn't sell it. What a waste that would've been.

Hey, General Manager, see that?

Did you see me pull that off?

Go Eun. I'm impressed.

I mean, how did you get so good, so fast?

What can I say?

Just one thing, though.

You gave them the wrong account number.

What? There's no way.

It seems you accidentally gave them your own account number.

No, I didn't. I gave them the correct one.

Maybe they just haven't sent the money yet.

Go Eun.

I got your account number so I could pay you your commission. Remember?

Well, yes.

[Account: An Go Eun, Seongju Bank]

[Deposit: 7,000 dollars]

I also set up text alerts for any deposits made to it.

- Remember?
- You set up text alerts for it?

So, don't even think about lying...

and transfer the money to the designated account.

Right now.

So you mean...

you get those alerts too?

So I'm totally busted, right?

Okay! You caught me, so I quit. Bye.

Hello?

Well, that was fun.

Hello?

Goodbye, everyone! I'm out of here!

- Hey! What's up with the computer?
- What's going on?

This is ransomware.

Why is this happening all of a sudden?

Ransomware?

What security are you running that you get hit with ransomware?

I'm sending you the kit again.

[An Go Eun has deposited 30 dollars]

Go Eun.

What do you think you're doing?

I specifically told you to send all of it.

What? Why?

It's my fee for teaching you the ropes.

Besides, I got the money on that call,

so it's all my money. Why would any of it be yours?

No, Go Eun. You're wrong.

Hey, I'm talking here.

We did all the work. You just came in at the very end...

and made one phone call. Am I wrong?

I guess my voice is more convincing. Hey, even you said so.

This is your last chance.

While I'm still being nice,

send me the money.

Listen to that change in tone. Did I strike a nerve?

Did our dear General Manager get triggered?

Are you triggered?

This stupid woman...

has no idea who she's messing with.

What do you think, Mango Seven?

I said, what do you think?

That darn idiot. How dare she...

mess with me?

Fine.

Let's see which one of us goes down.

But do you really think that jerk will take the bait?

We'll be in a tough spot if he doesn't.

I've already told everyone.

Are they really coming? We're all starving over here.

- Are they really on their way?
- Just wait a little longer, please.

What?

- They're here! Thank goodness.
- Over here!

- This way.
- Come on, this way. All the way in.

- This way. All right, over here.
- Come on in.

This way.

Okay, this way. All right, this way.

The delivery drivers! They actually came!

Right this way.

Your delivery has arrived.

Could you take care of the bill?

Hey!

This is a lot for one person, don't you think?

How did you know?

I do mukbang videos. Do you want to subscribe?

Yes, just put them over there. Thank you.

Thanks. Gosh, what a spread!

Hey, what gives?

Hey, you should've ordered some makguksu too.

Seriously? You got jokbal but no makguksu? You have no taste.

Why?

Why are you so darn cheerful?

Messing with that jerk is fun,

- but it'll be okay, right?
- No. You have to push him harder.

Thank you.

Enough to make him contact Chief Choi.

Then I guess I'll send him one more text.

Adding 18 orders of makguksu and 28 of muksabal.

Let's eat!

Help yourselves. Dig in.

[Add 18 orders of makguksu and 28 orders of muksabal.]

[Modu Detective Agency]

Yes. We're the agency that puts clients before legalities.

You don't sound like the director.

He's away on business. Just tell me what you need, and I'll handle it.

I need you to take some photos.

Leave it to us. We'll get you crystal-clear photos.

Sharing the personal information of a scammer.

Her name is An Go Eun.

[Name: An Go Eun]

[Sharing the personal information of a scammer]

[Incoming Call]

What? Who are you?

Hello?

How delicious.

By the way, I changed my phone number.

Could you update the post with this number?

So, you're the general manager who's spreading my info, right?

I was planning to start a business in this field anyway.

Thanks to you, I've gotten so much free publicity.

I bet I can recruit people easily just by dropping my name.

I can't have the wrong number up, can I?

You've got a death wish, don't you?

Whatever. If you're so pissed, then come and find me.

- What was that?
- But you'll never find me.

Why? Oh, right. You need to know where I am first.

You'll never, ever find me.

Did I strike a nerve?

Twitch, twitch.

There's no way he can find me.

Like he'll ever find me.

[Make sure you update the phone number.]

Some people are no better than animals.

Talking to them is pointless.

Yes, I've got the location, but I haven't taken pictures yet.

Forget the pictures. Send me the address. Right now.

Just a moment.

[Hair Salon]

[Daily Laundry]

[Daily Laundry]

Hey!

That voice sounds familiar.

I was so worried you wouldn't show up.

Thanks so much for coming.

What? Looks like I struck a nerve.

Are you mad? What are you here for?

What's that? What are you going to do?

Go on. Do it.

After acting all tough...

What's wrong? You're the one who wanted to see me.

Are you intimidated?

- Are you a cop?
- Gosh, you wish.

Hey, stop! Stop right there!

He's too slow for me to catch. Driver Kim, you get him.

- All right. Good work, Go Eun.
- Done.

Darn it! An Go Eun!

Darn it!

[Deluxe Taxi]

[Samheung Jeil Gukbap]

Oh, hello?

First off, my computers, they all suddenly got ransomware.

And on top of that, some weird girl is hounding me,

and she saw my face.

Is that something your support service covers?

Yes, we'll send you a package by express courier.

Just look inside and follow the manual.

Yes, thank you.

Please send it as fast as you can.

Thank you.

Already?

What are you?

Who are you?

Looks like all the stuff you scammed people out of is here.

Chief Park, Chief Choi.

Looks like we could use a hand here.

Goodness.

- Hey.
- Yes?

- Wait, give me a hand.
- Goodness.

One, two, three.

Hey, why are you taking that?

This stuff is all going back to its rightful owners.

Bangwool too. Bangwool, let's go.

- Seriously, who are you people?
- Gosh, there, there.

Why are you doing this to me?

You buy the stuff you want to use and use it all you want.

Then you take pictures to use for yet another scam.

I'm sure you thought it was a brilliant business model.

Hey, just wait!

If it's about the money,

I can pay you.

The kids you hired for your scheme all took off.

And what are you going to pay me with?

You think you have anything left that's worth any money?

Look.

Sir.

Haven't you ever wanted to get into this line of work?

I'm telling you, the money is really good.

With a bit of seed money...

All you need is a little seed money,

and you can get it all set up in no time.

I can introduce you to all the pros. For real!

Does it not occur to you that you should apologize...

to the victims who suffered damage from you?

No, wait, that's not...

That just goes to show you what a sweet deal this is.

Listen. They say...

everyone gets three big breaks in life.

This is one of yours right now.

A package just arrived. I requested an AS.

Once you see what's in there, you'll understand what I mean.

AS?

Hey, come on.

I'll go get it and show you myself.

Don't get me wrong.

I'm not trying to run away. Trust me.

[After Service]

See? What did I tell you?

Look.

The pros take care of everything. I'm telling you.

Isn't this a gold mine?

[After Service]

After service.

Wait a minute.

I don't think you should open that.

It's fine, I'm telling you.

This is how our system works.

- It's a power bank.
- Don't pick it up!

Hey! Stay with me.

I'm glad you're not seriously hurt.

I know.

Driver Kim, that was way too close.

I'm fine. I just got lucky.

The news just reported it as a death from an exploding power bank.

- So, is this case closed then?
- No.

There's still more we need to find out.

Haven't you ever wanted to get into this line of work?

All you need is a little seed money,

and you can get it all set up in no time.

I can introduce you to all the pros. For real!

I thought that was strange too.

I was wondering how a 23-year-old, fresh out of the military,

could set up such a sophisticated criminal enterprise.

I know. When we met him,

he didn't seem like he could set up a burner phone properly.

I think he paid the seed money and had all the supplies delivered.

A package just arrived. I requested an AS.

Once you see what's in there, you'll understand what I mean.

In the end, that AS turned out to be...

a way to eliminate him.

A suspicious AS request,

a strange package,

and the seafood truck that delivered it.

There are people out there running a business...

that caters to aspiring criminals.

I'll go through the data again and see if I can find any leads.

[Welcome to Samheung Island.]

[Police]

You're back early.

[Police]

Was the auction a bust?

Gosh.

When I ask you something, answer me. Even a short one.

Just staring at me in silence makes you look suspicious.

Gosh. Am I talking to myself here?

Go on.

[Police]

He's so uptight.

Hey!

Nice day.

The waves

And the water

The sea of women

I reviewed all the data we've gathered,

and there was nothing unusual.

Really?

Judging by your tone, it feels like there's more to it.

But I did find something suspicious.

What's the difference between "unusual" and "suspicious"?

First,

I tracked the fish truck by the plate that Driver Kim gave us.

[Vehicle Registration]

It's registered to a seafood restaurant on Samheung Island.

That's the island at the north tip, right?

Samheung Island. I've never even heard of it.

You could probably see North Korea from there.

And there's one more thing. It was in that jerk's things.

A Lotus Lantern Number Tag he got for hanging a lantern at a temple.

A Lotus Lantern Number Tag?

It's not unusual to hang a lantern to make a wish.

But...

the temple where he paid good money for a lantern just happens to be...

Samheung Temple.

You're right.

It's not unusual, but it's definitely suspicious.

There's no bridge to the island, so you have to take a boat.

- Mr. Jang.
- Yes?

How about we go fishing? It's been a while.

Fishing? Sounds great.

We came all this way to fish and even rented a Deluxe Taxi.

We'd better catch a big one.

Here we are.

- Let's go.
- Okay.

[Deluxe Taxi]

[Police]

What do you know? I didn't expect to see a taxi out here.

[Samheung Beach]

It's locked.

[Welcome to Samheung Inn]

[Samheung Inn]

[Front Desk]

[Samheung Inn]

[Front Desk]

Excuse us. The door was locked.

Here to fish?

Yes. We thought we'd stay a few days and find some good spots.

Know any good spots around here?

You came in a taxi?

We knew there wasn't much out here, so we just hired one for the trip.

You're the first guests I've had come here in a taxi to go fishing.

Here you go.

So, about the payment...

You can pay when you check out.

Just leave the key at the counter when you go out.

Your room's that way.

Okay.

Thank you.

[Samheung Inn: Fully Equipped]

[Welcome]

She's not exactly the welcoming type.

Let's just drop off our stuff and head right to Samheung Temple.

Okay.

[Deluxe Taxi]

Goodness.

This is quite a climb.

Even for the most devout Buddhist,

isn't it strange to come so far just to hang one lantern?

Let's go up and see.

Okay.

[Samheung Temple]

Hello?

Is anyone here?

They're supposed to be wish lanterns,

but they look just like a giant accounting ledger.

An accounting ledger?

They're all in the same format. Name, date,

- and the numbers at the bottom...
- What do you think you're doing?

We received a trespassing complaint.

A complaint?

That's right.

They said some rats were scurrying around as if they owned the place.

I guess this is private property. We had no idea.

But...

fishermen don't usually come this far up.

You know,

fishing's so popular these days, it's packed everywhere.

We were looking for a quieter spot,

and we ended up all the way out here.

But how did you know we were here to go fishing?

You're dressed for it.

So,

why come here instead of going fishing?

It's not high tide, so we had time to k*ll and decided to look around.

A young guy like you knows about the West Sea's tides?

Anyway,

I'm going to have to ask you to leave.

Before this gets any more out of hand,

let's get out of here.

Yes, Mr. Jang.

[Samheung Temple]

No matter how I think about it, something's fishy about that temple.

And that cop who kicked us out was shady too.

I think that's the most suspicious part.

They can't be delivering fish to a Buddhist temple.

Or maybe this isn't a temple at all.

Excuse me? Driver?

Oh, hello

You weren't here, so I let myself in.

I was hoping you'd give me a lift on your way down.

I've got a lot of stuff with me.

Besides, this is the only road down from here,

so it's not like you're going out of your way.

I'll pay for half the fare.

What do you say?

I'd really appreciate it. It's a long walk down otherwise.

I don't mind. Let's give him a ride, driver.

Yes, sir.

The driver...

is pretty young. Thank you.

So, I've been staying here for about two weeks now,

and you're the first outsiders I've seen.

[Deluxe Taxi]

So, driver, you came here with him?

Yes.

I see you're into photography.

Well, it's more than just a hobby.

I'm a professional photographer.

Oh, you're a photographer.

But is there anything worth sh**ting here?

The sunset glows...

are really something else on this island.

It's way more intense than anywhere else,

and the afterglow lingers for a really long time.

So I've been all over the island taking photos.

I see.

Gosh, we got here so fast by car.

Thanks for the nice, comfortable ride.

You can just let me out right up ahead.

Sure.

But don't you think it's a little strange?

Sorry? What do you mean?

The people here on the island.

Don't you find them a little odd?

How can I put this?

It's they lack the human touch.

But hey, that's actually better for my art.

Anyway, thanks again.

And good luck with the fishing!

Seems like everyone we meet knows we're here to go fishing.

And he didn't even pay the fare.

[Samheung Beach]

[Samheung Inn]

I'm going to go get the key.

- I'll get our stuff.
- Got it.

[Samheung Inn]

[Front desk]

It was locked again?

I just grabbed one. She wouldn't say anything, would she?

No, it'll be fine.

- Let me get that.
- Thanks.

You know, I was thinking.

I think your point is valid.

You said they could be using the Great Hall as their ledger.

We should probably go back tomorrow and take another look.

We should probably meet with the head monk again too.

Hold on a second.

What is this?

So you're back from fishing.

But you didn't catch a thing.

I was hoping to buy some fish off you.

[Samheung Inn]

I don't see what the big deal is. He was just trying to buy some fish.

Excuse me? What are you talking about?

It's your fault you caught no fish. How is that the buyer's fault?

Hey, excuse me, ma'am.

Maybe you'll catch some tomorrow.

Since you're here to fish and all.

Hey, wait a minute.

[Welcome]

Ma'am!

I can't believe what you're saying.

Sir, let's just go.

She should at least apologize for letting him in without asking.

Isn't that the least she could do? It's just common sense.

I know. They somehow make it seem like we're the ones in the wrong.

We'd better lock the door tight. How am I meant to sleep like this?

They won't come back, will they? We didn't even catch any fish.

- Or not? Are we the fish?
- Unbelievable.

What is it? Did you see something?

It's nothing, sir.

Let's get going.

Okay.

You'd better catch a lot of fish today.

That's the plan.

Any luck with what I asked you to look up?

His real name is Kim Woo Jong. He's 23.

Records show he went to Cambodia at 19...

and returned one and a half years later.

But I did find something strange.

Something strange?

While checking his criminal record,

I found he visited a prison once.

And guess who it was?

Lee Gi Hyeon, ringleader of the Cambodian Mango Plantation scam.

He was caught two and a half years ago...

and is currently serving time.

So Lee Gi Hyeon is the ringleader of the Mango Plantation scam,

and that Kim Woo Jong guy has a record of entering Cambodia.

And he went to visit him in prison.

That's how a kid barely in his 20s was able to set up...

a professional criminal operation.

How are things on your end, Driver Kim?

Over here?

The people here are a bit unfriendly.

Unfriendly?

Wait a second.

The fish truck and the photographer are heading for the mainland.

Go Eun.

Got it. We'll tail them once they get to the mainland.

All right.

What? A police car too.

This means the coast is clear.

Do Gi, shouldn't you go now to check for that ledger you mentioned?

I guess that means you'll have to go fishing by yourself, Mr. Jang.

All right, everyone, let's get moving.

- Yes!
- Yes!

[Deluxe Taxi]

[Service in session, no entry, Head Monk of Samheung Temple]

So they were watching everything from here.

[Employee Manual]

[Alumni Association of Auditors, Judicial Research and Training Inst]

Mister!

Da Som!

- How have you been?
- Good. How about you?

I've been good too.

I came to ask you something.

What is it?

The gift you wanted to get your dad...

Gloves.

That's right. Gloves.

- Leather gloves.
- Right, leather gloves.

Were they black?

Yes, that's right. Black leather gloves.

By any chance,

do they look like these?

That's them! These are the ones!

Thank you. Thank you so much, my hero!

- Dad!
- Da Som.

I knew you'd help us.

You're so amazing.

Thanks.

A present for you, Dad.

The doctor said you have to keep your hands warm, so I bought them.

Where did you get these?

From my hero.

Your hero?

You don't like the candy?

No, it's sweet.

Then why are you crying?

You'll understand when you're older, Maria.

You just will.

[The scene in which an animal is shot was created using CGI.]

[We would like to thank Kim Sung Kyu for his special appearance.]

[Taxi Driver 3]

These guys run a network of criminal franchises worldwide.

You seven, head to the airport right now.

With seed money, we can make a k*lling. Help us out.

Mister, weren't you here to go fishing?

What are we going to do about the guys from the taxi company?

Why don't we just take them all out?

Go Eun, can you hear me? Go Eun?

Why did people end up dead or missing...

in the places you've passed by?

Why were you the only one who made it out alive?