01x04 - Episode 4

[bunniefuu]

[Don't Call Me Ma'am]

[This drama is a work of fiction.
Names and contents of people, places, ]

[organizations, events, and backgrounds
are not related to real life.]

[Child actors filmed under guardian
supervision in a safe environment.]

- Congratulations, Cho Na Jeong.
- Congrats.

See? I told you she'd pull it off.

I can't believe you beat 100-to-1 odds.

Is that even possible?

I told you so.

She was never meant to rot away at home.

Thanks, guys.

So everything is on me tonight.

Eat all you want.

This is good.

- Thanks, girl.
- Yeah.

But when's Sang Gyu coming?

No idea.
We can just have fun without him.

He's the one who begged to join anyway.

How's he been?

I think I heard he was in Busan.

So, how was he?

Did he glow up or fall apart?

He's pretty much the same.

Seriously?

So he's still that scruffy artist type?

When I think of Sang Gyu,
all I see is that seaweed hair.

He probably thought
it looked cool like this.

Flicking it like this.

Hey.

I know I looked ridiculous.

Sang Gyu.

A glow-up.

Hop on.

No.

- Not this back, the other one.
- The other one.

I need a different back.

Lee Il Ri, stop acting up,
and let's go home.

Come on, get on my back.

Hop on so we can leave.

I said no.

Can you even carry her?

Hey, we're heading out first.

- Get home safe.
- See you.

Honestly, every time she drank,

she refused to get on everyone's back...

except Sang Gyu's.

Why were you like that?

What are you talking about?

I was drunk! I just rode on anyone's back.

Hey, what did you just say?

You said no to everyone else
but looked for me.

- Yeah.
- Right.

I don't remember that.

Here you go again.

Hey.

I think Sang Gyu's into you.

No way.

Seriously.

He only had eyes for you.

Hey, got for it with him.

Yes, and the timing is perfect too.

But I like handsome guys.

What? He's actually good-looking.

Yeah.

Naraeng and Joobari, your taxis are here.

Thanks.

Good luck.

- Let's go.
- Okay. See you.

See you, Joobari.

Get home safe.

What?

I thought he was plain,
but he's kind of cute.

Actually, not bad at all.

By the way,

how'd you go from a business major...

to a manual therapist?

When I was a kid,

my parents were always out working,

so my grandma raised me.

Then, when I was 29 or so,

she got into a bad accident...

and couldn't walk again.

So I quit acting...

and went down to Busan to care for her.

I tried learning everything I could
to help her walk again,

and somehow, I ended up here.

Is your neck okay now?

Yes.

Dude, you've got magic hands.

It feels so much better
thanks to your therapy.

Thanks, dude.

Good, I'm glad.

You're not that young anymore.

So don't go drinking
and passing out anywhere.

You'll ruin your health.

Excuse me? When did I ever?

That was when I was young.
I don't do that anymore.

She reeks of alcohol.

You can go now. We're here.

Go where?

Why?

You don't want to say goodbye yet?

What are you talking about?

You want another drink with me?

This isn't our last day.

What are you saying?

Hey, my place is right...

Wait. You live here?

No way, you too?

What are the odds?

You mean you live right across from me?

How's that even possible?

Well, these days, neighbors barely
even say hi anymore.

Still, that's good for you.

What do you mean?

Now you don't have to worry about creeps.

If some guy ever follows you,
call me right away.

Got it?

What the heck. He's confusing me.

Is he flirting with me or what?

Unbelievable.

Bye, then.

Good night.

Yeah, you too.

Il Ri, later, if you...

What's this?

Why are you in my home without permission?

If you're going to pack my stuff,
at least do it properly.

You didn't give me my tablet,
so I couldn't even work.

You could've just texted me.

Why come to my house without permission?

I did, but you didn't even reply.

I'm swamped as it is.

But who's that?

Why do you care?

- This...
- I'm sorry, dude.

That's someone I used to date.

He got so clingy it was disgusting,

- so I dumped him.
- I see.

But I forgot to change the door code,

and he came in like a stalker.

I was so scared
so I pretended you were my boyfriend.

I'm sorry.

No.

You did the right thing.

How creepy.

He was being so persistent,

so I kept ignoring his calls.

And now he just shows up like that.

Anyway,

I'm so glad...

you live right across.

I told you.

You don't have to worry about creeps.

- Is he gone?
- Is he gone? Let's see.

- He's gone.
- He's gone.

Yes, he's gone.

Thank goodness.

Well...

I'll get going then.

- Yes.
- Okay.

Yeah, I'm off.

But Il Ri,

shouldn't you change your door code now?

What if I'm gone...

and he just shows up again?

Yeah, good point.

Should I, then?

Yeah, go ahead and change it.

All done.

I can't believe I'm showing you
this mess after 20 years.

Hey, what are you talking about?

Back in college,

I carried your drunk self all the time.

I've already seen
all kinds of things from you.

Anyway,

you can go first.

You go first.

Okay.

Bye, then.

Hey.

If anything ever happens,

call me right away, okay?

I'm right there.

Okay.

Hello.

[Sweet Home Shopping]

Mi Sook.

You got in too?

Congrats.

What? You got in too?

Yeah.

Hello.

I'm Team Leader Kim Tae Jeong,

and I'll be overseeing
your internship program.

During the three-month course,

you'll be paired with a mentor...

and receive one-on-one guidance.

In the process,
you'll gain hands-on experience...

with practical tasks
like marketing meetings,

partner meetings,
and live broadcast observations.

Any questions so far?

If not, we'll continue.

I was so nervous
I didn't sleep a wink last night.

I'm dead tired.

I wonder who my mentor will be.

I heard that in this industry,

a bad mentor can be worse
than a mean senior nurse.

Still, we've only done
live commerce before,

so we really need help from a higher-up.

We've got to make
the most of this opportunity.

You've done live commerce?

That's awesome.

I tried to get into live commerce too,

but got rejected everywhere.

Can I ask what kind of stream you did?

My gosh, Ms. Cho.
Hello!

Min Joo, Seon Young.

How have you been?

We heard you were coming back.

How does it feel to be back?

It's not really a comeback.
I'm just an intern.

Come on, Ms. Cho.
You're basically guaranteed a spot.

You're not like those
who've never done a main broadcast.

I'm practically starting all over again.

Anyway, enjoy your meal.

Thanks. Bye.

Actually...

What was that?

That felt kind of condescending.

Do they think
we're all nobodies or something?

No, that's not what they meant.

Forget it.

You'd better keep this in mind.

If you get special treatment
just because you used to work here,

I'm not letting that slide.

First day and it's already intense.

How scary.

Executive Director.

I really don't want Cho Na Jeong
as my mentee.

I really can't stand her.

We didn't get along back then either
and ended up having a huge fight.

You know that, Executive Director.

You don't get to pick your mentee here.

You take what you're given.

Fine.

Can I handle her however I want, then?

Do what you want.

If she acts all high and mighty,

I'm going to drop her.

What?

Damn it.

What happened?

How'd it go?

Did you and Sang Gyu
take things to the next level?

Hey.

I think I'm pregnant.

Already?

No.

Not with Sang Gyu.

What do you mean?

I've been so out of it lately
that I didn't really pay attention,

but I realized I haven't had my period
in three months.

Around that time, I thought it was safe,
so we skipped condoms a few times.

Are you a teenager or what?

What should I do?

He's already checked out.

What about the test?

Right, the test.

What does it say?

Tell me.

One line.

See? You scared me for nothing.

Then why don't I have my period...

for three whole months?

Maybe your cycle's off.

Just go get checked.

And go to sleep, okay?

Premature menopause?

Have your periods gotten lighter...

or irregular lately?
Have you been feeling more irritable...

or having trouble
controlling your emotions?

Well,

maybe a bit.

Your blood test results aren't great.

See here, your AMH level is
practically zero.

That means you've got
almost no viable follicles left...

for ovulation.

Is there any way to delay it?

Not at this point, no.

It's okay.

It's not like I ever planned
on having kids anyway.

Actually, not having periods
is kind of nice.

You know how bad my cramps were.

When they hit near a deadline,

it was pure hell.

Cheer up. I'm really fine.

What did you want to say?

Say it now. I go live soon.

Okay.

Ye Na.

You might not want to do this.

But I'll really work hard,

so please help me out.

I know this must be uncomfortable for you.

We hurt each other's feelings back then,

so having me here as an intern
cannot be easy.

But after six years away,

I've forgotten everything
and feel completely lost.

Just think of it as mentoring a junior,

and guide me a little, will you?

sh**t, what do we do?

They said the demo model can't come.

What?

Why not?

She got into a minor car accident,

and it'll take about two hours
to sort it out.

We're almost on air.
What are we supposed to do?

Any backup model?

Wasn't the last show a beauty segment?

Yeah, but they already clocked out
and left the area.

So without a demo,

you expect me to handle
everything by myself?

How about...

I try doing that?

It's been a while,

but I think I can manage
a simple demonstration.

Would you really?

Which product was it again exactly?

Hair.

A hair product. Okay.

Then...

I'll prep a before look and jump right in.

What exactly...

did you just do?

Earlier,

didn't you say it was a hair product?

Me? When did I say that?

Producer Kim.

Did I say it was a hair product?

What?

Well...

No.

See? I can't even.

You misheard it and now you're blaming us?

Just...

admit it was your mistake.

I'll take care of this,
so just step aside.

[Small Studio B]

[Restricted Access]

[Human Journey
Seongdu-gu, Seoil Metropolitan City]

Ms. Lee Il Ri, who turned 80 this year,

once again survives
on rice soaked in water for her meals.

Having never married,

she has no family.

The only time
she gets to talk to anyone...

is once a month,

when the social worker visits.

Aren't you lonely?

I miss people.

[Lee Il Ri, 80]

You have no idea.

Then maybe try going to a nearby church.

Old folks...

aren't welcome anywhere.

If I'd known it'd end up like this,

I might've gotten married...

when I had the chance.

No!

Gosh.

What's wrong? Are you okay?

It's nothing.

Get back to work.

Goodness, you scared me.

My heart is pounding.

What's going on?

Il Ri, are you all right?

[Seon Art Center]

[Mother-in-law]

Yes, Mother.

I didn't make you come
when you're busy, did I?

Not at all.

I was just about to head home anyway.

It's so nice
to have dinner with you, Mother.

Thank you for saying that.

I was shopping nearby...

and thought I'd call to see your face.

It seems you're not working
overtime today.

Right. These days,

I try not to work late if I can help it.

Good.

That's how it should be.

You're not strong to begin with,

so I was always worried
you'd wear yourself out.

Late nights and dieting.

Those are the roots
of all illness for women.

Eat up, okay?

Yes.

Is everything all right
with your marriage lately?

Well, yes.

I was walking around
the department store today...

and found something
that suits you perfectly.

Thank you, Mother.

What is it?

Open it.

Come on.

What do you think? Pretty, right?

Yes.

A woman, above all,
needs to keep her stomach warm.

Last time I saw you,

you were wearing panties
barely the size of your palm.

That won't do.

I took care of the broadcast.

As for you,
organize a list of the recent products...

and make sure you're familiar with them.

Sort them by category,

and send it to me before you leave.

But earlier you definitely told me...

Is that really what matters right now?

Was almost causing a disaster
not enough for you?

Seriously?

Tonight, there's a team dinner
with the executive director...

and the other team.
Make sure you attend.

A team dinner?

Why? You can't come again?

No.

What are you saying?

Suddenly,
there's no one to watch the kids?

I asked our nanny,

but her son-in-law and daughter
are visiting, so she can't.

Honey.

Can't we just ask your mom to take them?

How can Mom handle three kids alone?

But I can't cancel the meeting.

Anyway, I can't today.

I have to go. Sorry.

Honey, you can't just leave.

Honey...

Hey.

Hi, Mom.

What is it?

Tae Rin got hand, foot, and mouth disease
and couldn't go to kindergarten.

Your sister-in-law made such a fuss.

I'm worn out.

I see.

How's work?

It's fine.

Your sister-in-law's calling again.

I'll hang up.

Okay, Mom. I'll call you back.

[Min Woo's Mom, Na Jeong]

Yes, Na Jeong?

Jin Hee.

I have...

a favor to ask.

Ask.

I said it was okay.
You really didn't have to bother.

I could've just taken the bus.

Not at all.

How could you carry
all this heavy stuff alone, Mother?

Would you like to come in for a bit?

No, that's okay.
I should go before Sang Min gets home.

Wait a minute.

I've got something special for you.

Hold on.

Joo Young.

Here.

I visited a monk I know,

and he wrote this for you.

He said your energy seemed really low.

I've been feeling so down lately.

Sometimes I wonder what you did
in a past life to end up without children.

Just thinking about it
makes my chest ache at night.

You're not offended, are you?

No, Mother. Of course not.

Good.

When I go to stay in Jeju for a month,

could you remind Sang Min
to water my plants?

Yes.

Thanks.
I'm not walking you all the way out.

Bye.

I'll get going.

[Oh Sang *]

Seriously?

Why is it that she never once thinks...

any of this might be her son's fault?

Because he's afraid I'll tell him off,

he got his things delivered
to his parents' house?

What did he buy this time?

- Bye.
- Bye.

How much longer do I have to wait?

I'm not quite finished yet.

Could you wait just a bit longer?

All right then.

Finish it up and email it to me.

Sure.

By the way,

aren't you hungry?

Well...

Since the team dinner's
at a Korean BBQ place,

it'd be a shame to spoil your appetite.

See you in a bit.

Hey, why do you keep using my cup?

The red one's mine.

Ms. Hwang.

Yes?

She keeps telling me
not to touch anything.

Yu Ah Young.

That's not nice.

He's a guest.
Let him borrow your cup.

Why are you always taking his side
instead of mine, Mom?

I hate you, Mom.

Why is my princess upset again?

You'll listen to Mommy, right?

Okay.

Good girl.

Hey.

Let's eat.

When are they going home?

Their mom's busy today.

What?

Did you forget I'm in exam week, Mom?

How could you say
you'd take care of all those kids...

for her?

That's enough. Eat your dinner.

I'm not eating with them.

Bring mine to my room.

Yu Bo Hyeon.

We're so grateful.

Sorry.

- You're here.
- Yes.

- Sit.
- Yes.

Mr. Kim.

This young lady here.

She used to be...

a promising talent I had high hopes for.

But then she had kids,

and totally let me down.

- Hey, Cho Na Jeong.
- Yes, ma'am.

You know,

as a fellow working mom,

I really wanted you to do well.

That's why I was harder on you.

But then,

this one here...

couldn't handle it and quit.

Did you quit because of me?

No, Executive Director.

Then why did you quit?

I'm sorry. I lacked persistence.

You'll do better this time, right?

Yes, I'll do my best.

Good. Okay.

Then let's go celebrate and get fired up.

Mr. Kim, does karaoke sound good?

Of course.

Let's go.

Let's go.

As expected of Mr. Kim.

Yesterday

Today

And tomorrow

I just want to keep hearing those words

You like me

Like me

I like you

Like you

You like me

Like me

I like you

Everyone.

At this point,

let's have Na Jeong sing one.

Give her a hand.

Now it's time to smile again

This is a happy moment, happy days

Straighten your shoulders

Erase all the hardships

In the world

Forget your sorrow, never cry

Under the blazing sun, sunny days

May only good things fill your life

That's all you need to wish for

Hype Na Jeong.

I've got high hopes for you.

Since it took so much
for you to come back,

you'll have to work twice,
even three times harder than others.

Okay, let's head back.

Executive Director.

Yeah, what is it?

You have to go?

I'm sorry.

My schedule got a bit mixed up,
so I should.

You're leaving already?

Yeah.

Then go ahead.

If she can't even stay
until the end of a team dinner,

why did she bother coming back to work?

Why do I have to be sent
to the study room?

If I blow this exam,
are you going to take responsibility?

Why are you so touchy?

If my friend's busy, I can watch her kids.

Your daughter's in exam season,
and your friend comes first?

If she has to dump her kids at someone
else's place, then she shouldn't work.

She's so selfish.

Do you think you can just say
whatever you want?

Bo Hyeon.

I'm sorry, Na Jeong.

Bo Hyeon's going through
puberty these days,

and she argues about everything.

No.

I'm the one who should apologize.

I was being clueless.

I didn't even know
it was exam week for Bo Hyeon.

Hey, don't worry about it.

She doesn't study anyway,

and she just found the perfect excuse,
that's all.

You haven't even had dinner yet?

I have.

Hey, eat before you go.

No, Jin Hee. I'm not hungry.

I made too much curry.
If it's left, I'll have to throw it out.

Consider this
helping me not to waste food.

It must be tough for you.

Did you buy a new dish?

I haven't seen this before.

Na Jeong.

Still, Na Jeong,

hang in there as long as you can.

If you hold out a bit longer
and the kids get older,

you'll be glad you stuck it out
when you look back.

You know, when I had Bo Hyeon
and quit my job,

it was really hard.

But do you know what the hardest part was?

Feeling pushed out of society.

That was what I couldn't stand.

But you grabbed the opportunity
before it was too late.

It's such a precious opportunity.

So hold on.

Hold on as long as you can.

I didn't begrudgingly watch
Min Woo and Min Jun, you know.

In a way, you're living out my dream.

Okay?

So how could I not root for you?

And the Cho Na Jeong I know...

isn't someone who crumbles
just because of something like this.

Chin up, Cho Na Jeong.

Eat up.

It won't taste good once it's cold.

Come on, eat up.

Thanks, Jin Hee.

[How to Freeze Your Eggs]

[Freezing Your Eggs?
Process and Side Effects]

[Egg Freezing, By What Age
Should You Do It at the Latest?]

[Sweet Home Shopping]

Ye Na.

Did you get home okay last night?

It ran really late, didn't it?

Did you prep for the meeting?

Of course. Let's go.

Here.

What's this?

You got me a latte? That's fattening.

Haven't you noticed
I only drink regular coffee?

Sorry.

You haven't been eating much lately,

so I was worried your stomach would hurt.
I'll bring you another drink.

It's fine.

Have you thought of any ideas?

You must've gotten
a lot of input while at home.

While I was home,

there was a product I looked into.

An automatic stationary bike.

You just rest your feet on the pedals...

and it moves on its own.

Who would buy that?

If you use an automatic bike,

how is that a workout?

Hear me out first.

My mom had knee surgery a few years ago,

and did rehab for a while.

For seniors with low strength,
it's really useful.

Our home shopping's main customers
are older adults.

I think...

this is not impressive.

The Executive Director said
we should lower our target age.

We'd be better off with luxury bags,
sunglasses, and things like that.

No, sunglasses are a no-go.

Why?

No matter how nice they are,

you can't tell if they suit you
without trying them on.

If returns pour in, that's just risk.

That's your view, Na Jeong.

That's not the trend these days.

You don't have any useful ideas.

All right.

Let's wrap up the monthly meeting here.

And now,

let me hear items you think
would be good...

to launch on our channel.

Speak up, everyone.

On first-mover products,

reports say we're far behind
our competitors.

We all need to take ownership
and work together to survive.

Executive Director.

May my mentee present something?

Who's your mentee?

Me.

I'm Yang Mi Sook.

Go ahead.

I may not know much else,

but I'm pretty savvy with luxury,
so here's my take.

This season,

Hercules released a new sunglasses model.

- Put it up.
- Yes.

Nice.

Really sleek, right?

It sold out completely
as soon as it dropped.

Before another home shopping channel
gets exclusivity,

how about we lock it in first?

I am...

against it.

No matter how luxurious
and pretty sunglasses are,

without trying them on,

you cannot tell...

if they suit you.

If customers buy them just because
they're pretty and the return rate rises,

that could pose a serious risk.

Instead, I've got a product...

I have a strong hunch about.

An automatic stationary bike.

Show us.

You rest your feet on the pedals,

and it moves them automatically.

Automatically?

I'm not sure.

Who would buy a bike
that doesn't even require working out?

Most seniors who've had knee surgery...

receive rehabilitation therapy...

that moves the legs for them...

after the procedure.

And they know how effective it is.

As you know,
older customers' buying power

in home shopping is no joke.

Okay, fair point.

Mr. Choi, reach out to the vendor.

And like Ms. Song,

don't limit yourselves
to your lane, everyone.

If you've got good items, speak up.

Yes, understood.

Hey.

Don't you think that was too much?

The automatic stationary bike was my idea.

Why did you talk like it was yours?

What are you saying?

Are you calling me a thief?

What's so great
about some little idea from an intern?

And it was the team's idea,
not yours alone.

What? "Some little idea?"

Can you even come up with one yourself?

What did you just say?

I knew it.

Weren't you the one
who asked me to help you out?

I'm not letting this slide.

I'll mark you for insubordination
in the mentee review,

so get ready to be fired.

And you think I'll just sit still?

Run your filthy mouth one more time,

and you'll be reported
for workplace bullying.

And about when you lied to me
that it was a hair product...

to dump it on me.

You think I didn't notice?

She's out of her mind.

She's crazy!

Song Ye Na.

You dare poke the bear?

You're dead now.

- Mr. Choi.
- Yes?

How are we supposed to sell those?

We can't even swap in
something else as a decoy.

So,

how ripe are the apples right now?

They're still green.

We scheduled the broadcast
to align with the shipment,

but because of the abnormal
weather...

Then what do you want us to do?

Go live from a studio
with nothing to show?

Just say
it's a "pre-order, ships later" product?

How will we make them order?

Producer Kim.

How about this?

We do the broadcast from the orchard.

Then we don't need
to switch to another product,

and it will also look pretty convincing.

We can stress...

that we'll ship fresh, in-season fruit
right after harvest, building trust.

That sounds good.

What do you think?
What do you think, Producer Choi?

Fresh, in-season fruit.

That's actually not a bad idea.

Right?

What's good about it?

You want us to go
all the way out of town just for that?

No way. Find another option.

Then do you have a better idea?

Right now, that seems like our best shot.

Yeah. We don't really have
an alternative at the moment.

Or do you have any?

I'm trying to think of one.

We can figure it out later.

Later? We don't have time for later.

Let's just go there and do it.

Mr. Choi, coordinate the schedule
with the supplier and let me know.

Yes, sir.

Fresh, in-season fruit.

Good idea.

All right, then.

Fresh, in-season fruit.

Damn it.

I need to review the spec sheet,

so drive carefully, okay?

Sure.

What am I, her chauffeur or what?

Why make me drive her around?

By the way, did you spray perfume?

Ms. Song?

That's a bit concerning.

What are you to be concerned about me?

Intern Cho, instead of meddling
in others' business,

maybe focus on doing
your own job properly.

Okay.

[Mungyeong Apples]

All done.

Are you staying here?

It's too hot outside.

Call me when we're on standby.

Okay.

You fool.

How can a show host plan to broadcast
without checking the site herself?

What are you eating?

Something to stay fit?

Why? You want one too?

No thanks.

You're the one who needs to lose weight
more than I do, Intern Cho.

Well, at least that's smarter
than starving yourself.

I know, right?

Where's the bathroom?

Over there.

Seriously?

My face feels like it's burning.

Is that 911? There's...

My goodness.

They said the ambulance took another route
and can't come here.

What do I do? My face!

Am I going to die?

What if I have anaphylaxis?

What if I get cut from the show?

- Na Jeong.
- Yes?

I think I'm going to pass out.

Na Jeong, I'm going to faint.

I can't...

No.

Song Ye Na, stay with me.

Don't pass out.
We're almost at the hospital.

You shouldn't have put on perfume.

No. Come on.

Stay with me.

Please.

Excuse me.

Please.

This is an emergency.
She was stung by bees.

Hey, where are you going?

What about the broadcast?
I have to host.

Are you insane?

Didn't you say
you might have ana-something?

I won't. I have to go.

Seriously?

Give me the car key.

No way.

You're in no shape to go on air right now.

You need treatment first.

What good is treatment if I miss the show?
If I blow this, I'll be fired.

I'm already on thin ice.

If I ruin this broadcast,
it's over for me.

Do you know how hard I worked to get here?

You have a husband and kids,

but I've got nothing but my job.

I can't breathe.

I didn't think I'd have ana...

Ye Na, no.

Over here!

Ye Na.

Thank you.

Yes, Executive Director?

Cho Na Jeong, where are you right now?

I'm at the hospital.
Ye Na seems a bit better and...

Then get to the orchard, now.

You're the only one
who can go on air right now.

So you'll have to do it.

Can you handle it?

Me?

Did you review
the product spec sheet or not?

Tell me now. We don't have time.

Yes, I did.

I also checked out the site myself, but...

Good. Then get there right away.

If you mess this up,

me, Kim Tae Jeong, Song Ye Na,

and you too, are all finished.

Do you hear me?

Yes, Executive Director.

Hey.

I reviewed the product spec sheet.
Price 32.9 dollars,

packaged with air pockets,
sugar level 14 Brix or higher.

Yes.

Average weight 250 grams,

this season's first harvest
of fresh apples,

comes with 20 packs of apple juice
as a gift,

which are available for purchase too.

That's right.

- h* Dol, let's get ready.
- Yes.

[Fresh local food is coming.]

[100 percent fresh Korean produce]

[Fresh local food is coming.]

Please excuse me.

Sorry.

Excuse me.

Broadcast in ten seconds.

Five seconds.

Four.

Three.

Two.

One.

Cue!

Hello, dear customers.

I'm your shopping host, Cho Na Jeong.

Today, we're broadcasting
under this clear, beautiful sky...

from an apple orchard in Mungyeong.

Everyone.

Do you see this?

Apples hanging in clusters
on every branch.

We wanted to bring...

this fresh scenery straight to you,

so here we are.

These apples you're looking at
are ripening beautifully.

Getting ready for peak sweetness,

getting ready for deeper color.

Now,

you might think apples are all the same.

But the taste of an apple...

depends on where it's grown,
how much sunlight it gets,

- and when it's harvested.
- My goodness.

Depending on them, it varies completely.

- Here in Mungyeong,
- My goodness.

The wide temperature swings
make the flesh firm...

and wonderfully crisp.

That's why it's known
for its high sweetness,

a gentle tartness,

and a perfectly balanced flavor.

Sweet Home Shopping, right?

I'd like to place an order
for what's on air right now.

Let me take a bite.

[500 sets sold]

Yes.

Yes.

Crisp texture,

bursting juice.

How wonderfully fresh.

No need for a long pitch.

Let me show you today's deal right away.

Here we go.

This year's first harvest,

Mungyeong Premium Fresh Apples,
a five kilogram box.

If you order now, it's only 32.9 dollars.

Since it's a pre-order,
we've slashed the price.

And...

even at a local farmer's market,

you won't find a deal this good.

They'll be picked next week...

at peak flavor,

and shipped directly from the orchard.

You might wonder,

"How can that be so cheap?"

Well, this special broadcast...

was made possible...

through close collaboration
with the farmer, that's why.

So remember,

this offer is only valid today.

We currently have 800 customers ordering.

The average sweetness is over 14 Brix,

with Mungyeong apples' signature
sweet, refreshing flavor.

Once you taste it,

you'll see how special
farm-direct shipping is.

As we speak,

we've just passed...

one thousand customers.

Please note that calls may be delayed.

We apologize for the delay.

But remember,
you can also order through the app.

Great job.

Thank you so much.

You were incredible.

Not at all.

- Take care.
- Yes.

- Great work, Ms. Cho.
- Tae Jeong.

How's Ye Na?

She's okay now.
Her swelling's gone down.

Thank goodness.

Yes.

Sorry, though.
I couldn't sell out completely.

What are you talking about?
We hit 80 percent sales.

Considering what happened,
that's a miracle.

I'd forgotten how good you are, Ms. Cho,

and how you always had my back
when things were tough.

You're flattering me.

There's some apple juice left.
Would you like some?

- Sure, let's go.
- Yes.

Hello?

Are you on your way back?

Yes, we're almost there now.

Then I'll keep it short.

From what I saw today,

you're ready to stop observing
and start hosting again.

For fairness,

you'll begin as a co-host, not the main.

Does that sound good?

Yes.

Welcome back, Cho Na Jeong.

What matters most is from here on,
so don't let your guard down.

Understood, Executive Director.

Thank you.

Refreshing, right?

This is small, but it's actually powerful.

What's this about?

Producer Noh.

You don't want Na Jeong
staying at Sweet Home Shopping, do you?

Can you make her leave?

What?

[Don't Call Me Ma'am]

Why am I imagining things?

She hasn't even asked lately.

If anything, I'm relieved.

What are you doing here?

Rebecca.

I'm your biggest fan, Blunt Sister.

She suddenly called me...

and said she's in menopause now...

and that she doesn't need pads anymore.

Please share with us...

what matters most to you.

Vibes.

Did you tell them...

to cut me and make Yang Mi Sook
the co-host instead?

Yes.

You're no different from me, Na Jeong.

How can you stay so calm...

when your own mentor can't be reached?

Ye Na.