Returning to High School, He Never Expected to Fall for His First Love Again—Who’s Now His Teacher

John Lee

Transcript

00:00:00This high school student has a major crush on his teacher.

00:00:03Picture this, she's up front, teaching the class,

00:00:06and he's in his seat, grinning ear to ear for the entire period.

00:00:09His smile is so goofy and adorable that it actually makes her stop mid-lesson.

00:00:14Even she can't resist his charm.

00:00:16Whenever they bump into each other in the hallway,

00:00:18he has to flirt, acting like a total lovesick puppy.

00:00:21But here's the twist, this seemingly goofy high schooler is actually 27 years old.

00:00:26Turns out, nine years ago, they were classmates,

00:00:29and those years?

00:00:31Let's just say they were filled with memorable moments.

00:00:33Back then, they were both at the top of their class rankings.

00:00:36Well, sort of.

00:00:38Bok Su was at the top, but from the bottom.

00:00:40He was constantly late, scaling the school walls just to get to class,

00:00:45and always getting busted by the hall monitor.

00:00:47Talk about a bad luck streak.

00:00:49One day, the teacher handed back the test results.

00:00:52Unsurprisingly, Bok Su's score was, shall we say, less than stellar.

00:00:56To help struggling students improve, the teacher paired them with high-achieving classmates for

00:01:01tutoring.

00:01:01So Jung, the class president and top student, was naturally assigned to Bok Su.

00:01:06Bok Su acted completely indifferent, while So Jung, despite verbally agreeing to cooperate,

00:01:12secretly dreaded it.

00:01:13Every time she tried to get him to study, he was either asleep or playing basketball.

00:01:18Getting through to him seemed impossible.

00:01:19Finally, at her wit's end, So Jung dragged him up to the rooftop,

00:01:23cornered him against the fence, and let loose on this muscle-brained idiot.

00:01:28After her little tirade, she tossed him a workbook.

00:01:31Bok Su was so intimidated that he barely dared to breathe.

00:01:34But something miraculous happened.

00:01:36Back at home, Bok Su transformed.

00:01:38He actually started studying.

00:01:40His nephew was so shocked, he ran to get the adults.

00:01:43His mom came in, asking if he was feeling all right.

00:01:46Bewildered by the sight of her son hitting the books.

00:01:49The next day, Bok Su returned the workbook to So Jung.

00:01:52After grading his answers, So Jung sighed, thinking,

00:01:55The universe is truly balanced.

00:01:57He was given a handsome face, but not a lot of wrinkles in his brain.

00:02:01Despite his poor grades, Bok Su had a strong sense of justice.

00:02:04While taking out the trash, he saw a group of bullies picking on a classmate.

00:02:08With a surge of righteous indignation, he jumped in to defend the victim.

00:02:12One against three.

00:02:14His heroic moment was short-lived, however, as he immediately twisted his ankle.

00:02:18So Jung witnessed the whole thing.

00:02:20This act of bravery, clumsy as it was, unexpectedly won her over.

00:02:24That afternoon, the class played a three-legged race.

00:02:27Guess who was paired together?

00:02:29Bok Su and So Jung.

00:02:30With his twisted ankle, every step was agony for Bok Su.

00:02:34Seeing they were falling behind, So Jung, the graceful, studious beauty, transformed into a powerhouse.

00:02:40She hoisted Bok Su onto her back and sprinted across the finish line, securing first place.

00:02:47The teacher and classmates were stunned.

00:02:49Bok Su was taken to the nurse's office.

00:02:51While his classmates were amused, he was mortified.

00:02:54Being carried by a girl like that?

00:02:55Humiliating.

00:02:57So Jung, however, seemed unfazed and left without a word.

00:03:00From that moment on, Bok Su's whole world shifted.

00:03:03Through their interactions, he'd fallen hard for So Jung.

00:03:06And his life suddenly exploded in a flurry of rosy hues.

00:03:10Fueled by love, he threw himself into his studies.

00:03:13Every day, he diligently read, took notes, and even used his brakes to cram.

00:03:17He was so focused that even his best friend couldn't distract him.

00:03:21But such intense concentration had its drawbacks.

00:03:24His progress, while impressive, was unique.

00:03:27Out of ten questions, he'd only get nine wrong.

00:03:29Still, this didn't discourage him.

00:03:31Bok Su relished the feeling of inching closer to So Jung.

00:03:35Both academically and emotionally.

00:03:38Soon, finals arrived.

00:03:40Bok Su saw this as his chance to prove himself.

00:03:43When the results were posted, he was so overjoyed, he raced to the rooftop.

00:03:47But there he found So Jung asleep on a table.

00:03:50Wanting her to rest peacefully, he shielded her from the sun until it set.

00:03:54He'd finally passed his literature exam.

00:03:56To celebrate, So Jung drew him a medal and kissed him.

00:03:59Bok Su's heart practically leaped out of his chest.

00:04:01That evening, they rode together on his scooter, and their relationship blossomed.

00:04:06They were like any couple deep in the throes of first love, standing on a hill overlooking the twinkling city lights.

00:04:12So Jung asked about his test score, expecting the usual low marks.

00:04:16But Bok Su pulled out his exam paper, revealing a score of 50-50-50.

00:04:21His hard work had finally paid off.

00:04:23Then, Bok Su asked So Jung about her dreams.

00:04:26When she admitted she hadn't decided yet, he suggested teaching, saying she had a natural talent for it.

00:04:32After all, she'd even managed to help a hopeless case like him improve.

00:04:36And then, Bok Su confessed his dream to be her boyfriend.

00:04:39Their happiness, however, was short-lived.

00:04:41A wealthy student named Si Ho transferred to their class.

00:04:44He and Bok Su quickly became close friends, practically inseparable.

00:04:49Bok Su even invited Si Ho over for dinner regularly.

00:04:52But as they spent more time together, Si Ho developed feelings for So Jung.

00:04:56Witnessing her closeness with Bok Su, jealousy began to fester within him.

00:05:00When Bok Su learned the truth, he confronted Si Ho.

00:05:03Their argument escalated, leading them to the rooftop.

00:05:06Suddenly, Si Ho jumped.

00:05:08Bok Su, in a panic, grabbed his tie.

00:05:10But Si Ho, shockingly, deliberately loosened Bok Su's grip and fell.

00:05:15So Jung witnessed the entire scene.

00:05:17While Si Ho escaped unharmed, Bok Su was accused of attempted murder.

00:05:21Even more devastating.

00:05:23So Jung testified against him.

00:05:25Bok Su was in disbelief.

00:05:26He tried to reason with her, but was met only with her cold stare.

00:05:30He was utterly crushed.

00:05:31Nothing is more devastating than losing the trust of the one you love.

00:05:35Expelled from school, Bok Su watched as Si Ho left for a prestigious education abroad.

00:05:40Leaving So Jung behind.

00:05:42Years passed.

00:05:43Bok Su, still without a high school diploma, started a company with two friends.

00:05:48Taking on all sorts of odd jobs.

00:05:50Helping runaway brides.

00:05:51Nagging husbands to lose weight on behalf of their wives.

00:05:54Even pretending to eat delicious food for clients who wanted to indulge vicariously while staying slim.

00:05:59He made an honest living however he could.

00:06:01So Jung, meanwhile, secured a position at her old high school.

00:06:05But only as a temporary contract teacher.

00:06:07With her contract nearing expiration, she faced unemployment.

00:06:11A school administrator approached her.

00:06:13Claiming he could secure her a permanent position for 50 million won.

00:06:16He boasted of being connected to powerful figures within the school.

00:06:20Desperate, So Jung took her grandmother's life savings and gave him the money.

00:06:24She believed a stable job would solve everything.

00:06:26Instead, the man disappeared with the cash.

00:06:28Despite these setbacks, So Jung remained a dedicated teacher.

00:06:33When a student texted her about suicidal thoughts, she rushed to a bridge without hesitation.

00:06:38Upon arrival, instead of offering comforting words, she calmly told the student to stop stalling.

00:06:43If he wanted to die, she'd join him.

00:06:45At least he wouldn't be alone in the afterlife.

00:06:48She then proceeded to describe the gruesome process of drowning in vivid detail, unnerving the student.

00:06:53To emphasize her point, So Jung climbed onto the railing, terrifying the boy, who begged her not to jump.

00:06:59So Jung, intending only to scare him, suddenly received a call.

00:07:03Her phone vibrated, slipping from her hand and over the edge.

00:07:06Reaching for it, she lost her balance and fell.

00:07:09The student desperately tried to pull her back, but So Jung was too heavy.

00:07:13They both plunged into the water.

00:07:15They struggled, but neither knew how to swim.

00:07:17Just as So Jung was about to give up, she saw Bok Su swimming towards her.

00:07:21He had arrived at the bridge for a job, only to witness their fall into the river.

00:07:26Everyone loved a good spectacle, but nobody seemed to think the situation was that serious.

00:07:30Ignoring the onlookers, Bok Su dove in without hesitation.

00:07:34It took some effort, but he managed to drag both of them back to shore.

00:07:37And since he was already committed to the hero act, he gently brushed the girl's hair aside, preparing to administer CPR.

00:07:44Then he froze.

00:07:45The girl in front of him was his ex-girlfriend, the one who had vanished from his life nine years ago.

00:07:51Soon, paramedics arrived and whisked So Jung away to the hospital.

00:07:55Bok Su, bewildered and concerned, couldn't understand why she'd jumped.

00:07:59Determined to get answers, he followed.

00:08:02At the hospital, he learned from the student that So Jung had fallen in while trying to save him.

00:08:07Bok Su was overwhelmed with emotion.

00:08:09Meanwhile, So Jung's first act upon waking was to rush to the bathroom and dry her phone.

00:08:14Relief washed over her when it powered on.

00:08:16She immediately made a call, but there was no answer.

00:08:19Frustration boiled over, and she unleashed a torrent of angry words.

00:08:23The truth was, the past nine years had been brutal for So Jung.

00:08:27She'd been struggling to make ends meet with a string of part-time jobs while caring for her ailing grandmother.

00:08:32Now, scammed out of her savings by Myung Ho.

00:08:35She was in dire straits.

00:08:36Even showing up for work was a struggle.

00:08:39Standing outside the door, Bok Su witnessed So Jung's despair.

00:08:43He saw the cold exterior she presented to the world crumble, revealing the vulnerable woman beneath.

00:08:48He couldn't ignore his desire to help her.

00:08:50In the cafeteria, So Jung listlessly picked at a chicken leg while watching the news.

00:08:55Suddenly, she recognized her rescuer, Bok Su.

00:08:58The image of him swimming towards her flashed back, confirming it wasn't a hallucination.

00:09:02His act of bravery had made headlines, earning him a sale, courageous citizen, award from the local authorities.

00:09:09Bok Su's mom, bursting with pride, threw a celebratory party for her heroic son.

00:09:15Bok Su, however, was oblivious to the bigger plan brewing in his mind.

00:09:19Learning about the scam, he was determined to help So Jung recover her money.

00:09:22He decided to use his connections to track down Myung Ho, the man who had vanished with her savings.

00:09:28His best friend, Kyung Hyun, vehemently opposed the idea.

00:09:31He hadn't forgotten the pain that So Jung had caused Bok Su years ago, and refused to watch his friend get entangled with her again.

00:09:38But Bok Su was resolute.

00:09:40Their investigation revealed Myung Ho was a gambling addict.

00:09:43For 24 hours, they staked out local casinos.

00:09:47Finally, their target appeared.

00:09:48Exhausted but triumphant.

00:09:50Kyung Hyun immediately alerted Bok Su.

00:09:53They found Myung Ho, drunk and vulnerable.

00:09:55When Myung Ho realized who was after him, he bolted.

00:09:58Bok.

00:09:59Su gave chase.

00:10:00Finally cornering him in an alley.

00:10:02Meanwhile, So Jung was frantically trying to figure out how to find Myung Ho herself.

00:10:06But in the next moment, a figure appeared, startling So Jung.

00:10:10The conment she'd been desperately searching for was kneeling before her.

00:10:14So Jung lost it.

00:10:15She grabbed him by the collar, unleashing her fury.

00:10:18Myung Ho, reeling from her blows, suddenly found his conscience.

00:10:22He pleaded with her to calm down.

00:10:24Promising to return the money within days.

00:10:26So Jung, taken aback by his sudden change of heart, questioned why he was even there.

00:10:31The question stumped him.

00:10:32He remembered Bok Su's warning.

00:10:34Don't reveal his involvement.

00:10:36Myung Ho stammered out an excuse and quickly fled.

00:10:39He rushed to the meeting point.

00:10:41He'd arranged with Bok Su.

00:10:42But just as he turned to leave, the rapid click of high heels echoed from behind.

00:10:47It was So Jung.

00:10:48She'd known all along that Myung Ho wouldn't have shown up out of the blue with a sudden attack of conscience.

00:10:53Seeing his bruised face, she guessed someone had intervened on her behalf.

00:10:57And that someone could only be Bok Su.

00:10:59Their reunion after nine years was fraught with unresolved emotions.

00:11:03Their past love story was more reproach than promise.

00:11:06They'd expected a happy reunion, but were met with painful memories and lingering resentment.

00:11:10A simple, thank you, was twisted into an exchange of bitter words.

00:11:15In the end, they parted ways, each heading in a different direction.

00:11:19True to his word, Myung Ho returned the stolen money shortly after.

00:11:22So Jung, overjoyed, danced around like she'd struck gold.

00:11:26Meanwhile, Si Ho returned from abroad as the newly appointed principal of their high school.

00:11:31He stepped into his role amidst a growing controversy surrounding the student's suicide attempt

00:11:36and the subsequent public outcry to shut down the school.

00:11:39Si Ho desperately needed a solution.

00:11:42So Jung was about to refuse when they offered her a permanent teaching position in exchange.

00:11:46Unbeknownst to them, Bok Su overheard the entire conversation.

00:11:50He was deeply hurt.

00:11:51His life had finally found a new direction.

00:11:54And now these people were trying to drag him back into the past.

00:11:57This time, he wouldn't be a passive bystander.

00:12:00He would return to school, confront the events of nine years ago, and set things right.

00:12:04So Jung, glancing out the window, spotted a familiar figure in the schoolyard.

00:12:09Bok Su, dressed in the school uniform, walked with a newfound confidence towards the administration

00:12:13office.

00:12:14At the school assembly, Bok Su encountered his old nemesis.

00:12:18He felt a surge of anger, the urge to throw a punch.

00:12:21But he held back.

00:12:22He was 27, not the impulsive teenager he once was.

00:12:25He made it clear, though, that his return was his own decision.

00:12:28His right.

00:12:29Not some act of charity orchestrated by Principal Se Ho.

00:12:32Back in the office, So Jung received the news.

00:12:35She was officially a permanent teacher.

00:12:37The vice principal then informed her she'd be the homeroom teacher for a newly formed

00:12:41special class.

00:12:43Permanent status was barely achieved, and she was already facing a new challenge.

00:12:47One she couldn't refuse.

00:12:48But when she saw Bok Su's name on the class roster, her composure faltered.

00:12:53Her ex-boyfriend, now her student?

00:12:55This was going to be awkward.

00:12:57Bok Su's arrival in class caused a stir.

00:12:59However, his classmates instantly recognized him as the hero from the news.

00:13:03Since the class was new, there was no class president.

00:13:06So Jung, as homeroom teacher, was tasked with choosing one.

00:13:10Nobody volunteered for the thankless job.

00:13:12Resigned, she picked a name from the roster.

00:13:15To her surprise, it was Bok Su's nephew, In Ho.

00:13:18Bok Su couldn't believe he was in the same special class as his nephew.

00:13:22In Ho, mortified, avoided eye contact.

00:13:24His classmates started teasing him.

00:13:26Seeing no other way out, Bok Su volunteered himself for the role of class president.

00:13:31So Jung, though hesitant, couldn't refuse in front of the students.

00:13:35Since Bok Su's return, the complaints from concerned parents have dwindled.

00:13:39The crisis seemed resolved, and with that, Bok Su's usefulness had expired.

00:13:44The administration was already plotting his removal.

00:13:47See, Ho was waiting for the perfect opportunity for Bok Su to slip up.

00:13:51Then, he'd be ripe for expulsion.

00:13:53That opportunity arrived sooner than expected.

00:13:56Young Min, returning to class, was confronted by the class bully.

00:14:00Already burdened by academic pressure, Young Min had endured repeated harassment.

00:14:04The bully's taunts pushed him over the edge.

00:14:07He threw down his trash can and, in a sudden outburst, locked himself in a glass-walled room.

00:14:12The teacher, alarmed, pleaded with him to open the door.

00:14:15But Young Min remained unresponsive.

00:14:17The situation escalated.

00:14:19Attracting the attention of parents visiting the school.

00:14:22See, Ho, as principal, rushed to the scene, attempting to diffuse the tension, but to no avail.

00:14:28Suddenly, a loud bang shattered the tent's silence.

00:14:31Bok Su stormed towards the room, grabbing a nearby chair.

00:14:34He raised it above his head and slammed it against the glass, followed by a powerful kick.

00:14:39The glass cracked and splintered.

00:14:41Bok Su had successfully reached Young Min, who stood frozen, still reeling from Bok Su's dramatic entrance.

00:14:47Bok Su sat beside the distraught student, offering words of comfort.

00:14:51His simple encouragement brought a genuine smile to the boy's face.

00:14:55A smile that hadn't been seen in a long time.

00:14:57Bok Su stood up and left, a casual air about him.

00:15:00See, Ho, observing the scene, smirked.

00:15:02Bok Su might have saved the day, but his actions had infuriated the wealthy parents.

00:15:07To prevent further violent outbursts, they demanded his expulsion.

00:15:12Money talks and the influence of these affluent families were undeniable.

00:15:16The next day, Bok Su saw the notice.

00:15:18He was facing expulsion.

00:15:20When So Young returned to class, his classmates rallied around him,

00:15:24offering to pool their money to replace the broken glass door.

00:15:27Bok Su, anxious, asked So Young about his fate.

00:15:29Her response, though vague, gave him a glimmer of hope.

00:15:33This time, she seemed to be on his side, was saving someone a mistake.

00:15:37Bok Su had broken school property to rescue a student in distress.

00:15:41Yet his act of bravery wasn't met with praise,

00:15:43but with accusations of violence and the threat of expulsion.

00:15:46He was brought before the disciplinary committee.

00:15:49His sister, learning of the situation, rushed to the school, pleading for leniency,

00:15:54hoping to give Bok Su a second chance.

00:15:56But her pleas fell on deaf ears.

00:15:58Bok Su, surprised to see his sister, stopped her from losing her temper,

00:16:02insisting on handling the situation himself.

00:16:05Throughout the ordeal, he maintained he had done nothing wrong and stood by his actions.

00:16:10Young men had smiled, a genuine happy smile, and that was all that mattered.

00:16:14The vice principal argued that the school had rules, and students were expected to obey them.

00:16:19Bok Su countered, accusing the school of perpetuating a discriminatory hierarchy.

00:16:23His words enraged the representatives of the wealthy families, who demanded his immediate expulsion.

00:16:29However, in the interest of fairness, the committee turned to Sub Jung for her input as the homeroom teacher.

00:16:35Remembering Bok Su's earlier words, So Jung realized she couldn't treat teaching as just a job.

00:16:40She couldn't compromise her conscience for the sake of her career.

00:16:43She began by stating that Bok Su was, indeed, the most disruptive element in the high school.

00:16:49The vice principal, anticipating an agreement, prepared to announce Bok Su's expulsion.

00:16:54But So Jung wasn't finished.

00:16:56She continued, arguing that his actions, while damaging school property, should be addressed according to school regulations.

00:17:02Not with expulsion.

00:17:04This sparked outrage from the wealthy parents.

00:17:06They argued that allowing Bok Su to remain posed an unpredictable risk.

00:17:10In a bold move, So Jung declared she would take full responsibility for Bok Su's future conduct.

00:17:16Staking her reputation as a teacher on his good behavior.

00:17:19Thanks to So Jung's intervention, Bok Su avoided expulsion.

00:17:22Their fates were now intertwined.

00:17:24But Bok Su wasn't happy about it.

00:17:26He didn't want So Jung to jeopardize her future for him.

00:17:29So Jung brushed off his concern.

00:17:31Telling him not to flatter himself, it was simply her duty as a teacher.

00:17:35She warned him to stay out of trouble and walked away.

00:17:38Leaving Bok Su to ponder her words.

00:17:39Si Ho, having witnessed the whole exchange, was seething.

00:17:43His plan had backfired.

00:17:44And So Jung had sided with Bok Su.

00:17:46Jealousy consumed him.

00:17:48He confronted So Jung, demanding to know why she defended Bok Su.

00:17:52Her answer was simple.

00:17:53He was her student.

00:17:55Si Ho pressed further, questioning her motives.

00:17:57But So Jung refused to elaborate.

00:17:59Excusing herself to teach her class.

00:18:01Meanwhile, Bok Su returned home.

00:18:03To find teacher Park waiting for him.

00:18:05Hoping for some ramen.

00:18:07Bok Su, however, dragged him out for drinks.

00:18:09He couldn't understand why So Jung had helped him.

00:18:11Even declaring he wasn't grateful.

00:18:13Despite his words, his relief was evident.

00:18:16He just didn't want to admit it.

00:18:17Teacher Park, wise to Bok Su's true feelings, teased him about still having a soft spot for So Jung.

00:18:23It was as if he'd known all along.

00:18:25Bok Su, caught off guard, tried to deny it, but then conceded it might be true.

00:18:30Teacher Park agreed.

00:18:31Acknowledging that while So Jung's motives were unclear, her actions were what any good teacher would do.

00:18:36He reminded Bok Su that their fates were now linked, for better or worse.

00:18:41Despite avoiding expulsion, life wasn't easy for Bok Su.

00:18:44He was assigned daily cleaning duties around the school, while So Jung oversaw the results.

00:18:49That day, a new student arrived.

00:18:51Young men, the boy Bok Su had rescued from the glass room.

00:18:54They quickly became friends.

00:18:56Back in class, So Jung noticed Sung Goo, a student with perfect attendance, was absent.

00:19:01She suspected something was wrong.

00:19:03Later, while checking on Bok Su's cleaning progress, So Jung stumbled upon a scene that

00:19:08sent her spirits plummeting.

00:19:10She saw Bok Su interacting closely with another woman.

00:19:13Disappointed and hurt, she turned and walked away.

00:19:15Bok Su, seeing her leave, realized she'd misunderstood.

00:19:19In class, he noticed So Jung clutching her chest and assumed she was in pain.

00:19:23After class, he went to the infirmary to get her some medicine.

00:19:27He paused before entering, reminding himself this was simply a student getting medicine for

00:19:31his teacher, nothing more.

00:19:33Then, he walked in, putting on a dramatic performance worthy of an award-winning actor.

00:19:38The doctor, amused, quickly diagnosed the issue and handed him some pills.

00:19:43Bok Su, pleased, was about to deliver the medicine to So Jung and clear up the earlier

00:19:48misunderstanding.

00:19:50When he saw, through the doorway, his rival and nemesis, Se Ho, already doing just that,

00:19:56Bok Su stared at the pills in his hand.

00:19:58A wave of disappointment washing over him, considering their complicated history, he

00:20:03decided it was best not to interfere.

00:20:05His mood plummeted.

00:20:06Later that day, he snuck into the principal's office and found Se Ho's sketch of So Jung tucked

00:20:12away in a file.

00:20:13The realization hit him.

00:20:14Se Ho also had feelings for her.

00:20:16Dejected, he returned to class, unable to focus.

00:20:19He pretended not to hear So Jung call on him, slumping further into his seat.

00:20:23Consumed by the thought of So Jung and Se Ho together, while cleaning the school grounds,

00:20:28he vented his frustrations.

00:20:30Accidentally flinging dirty water from his mop onto the approaching vice principal.

00:20:34The vice principal, enraged, immediately summoned So Jung to reprimand them both.

00:20:39After a lengthy lecture, they were dismissed.

00:20:42So Jung wanted to scold Bok Su.

00:20:44But seeing his defeated expression, she held back.

00:20:47Concerned by his gloomy demeanor over the past few days, she gently asked if something

00:20:51was wrong.

00:20:52Unable to confess his jealousy, he coldly brushed her off and walked away.

00:20:56The moment he turned the corner, he regretted his harshness.

00:20:59Through his classmates, So Jung learned that Sung Woo was working at a bar to support his

00:21:04family.

00:21:04Using the address from his phone, she went to the bar and found him.

00:21:08Just as they entered, they witnessed Sung Woo demanding his unpaid wages.

00:21:12The bar owner had a habit of hiring underage high school students and then refusing to pay

00:21:16them.

00:21:17Knowing they were afraid of getting expelled if they reported him.

00:21:20Unable to stand by, So Jung confronted the unscrupulous owner.

00:21:24He, in turn, accused her student of causing trouble.

00:21:27So Jung threatened to escalate the situation.

00:21:30Sung Woo's return to school would result in a minor reprimand.

00:21:33But his illegal hiring practices could shut down his business.

00:21:36The owner enraged, lunged at her.

00:21:39Surprisingly strong, So Jung held him back, delivering a scathing lecture.

00:21:44He shoved her hard, sending her stumbling backward right into Bok Su's arms.

00:21:47Bok Su caught her, one arm protectively around her, the other holding back the bar owner.

00:21:53So Jung's heart pounded in her chest.

00:21:55A mix of surprise and a strange sense of comfort.

00:21:58Bok Su accused the owner of habitually exploiting his employees, preying on underage workers,

00:22:03and stealing their wages.

00:22:05The owner, exposed and now facing a united front, angrily shoved them both to the ground,

00:22:10sending a stack of bottles crashing down.

00:22:12Bok Su shielded.

00:22:13So Jung taking the brunt of the impact.

00:22:16She was safe, but he suffered a few scratches.

00:22:18Finally, fearing further repercussions, the owner paid Sung Woo his back wages.

00:22:23Outside, Bok Su was about to leave when So Jung stopped him.

00:22:26She noticed the scratches on his face and felt a pang of guilt.

00:22:30The air between them thickened with unspoken tension.

00:22:33Suddenly remembering Sung Woo's presence, she awkwardly released his arm.

00:22:37Bok Su reminded Sung Woo to attend school regularly from then on.

00:22:40Still reeling from the encounter with her first love, So Jung went to a convenience store and

00:22:46started drinking, lost in thought, replaying the moment Bok Su had held her.

00:22:50Finally, the store clerk, tired of her rambling, called Bok Su for her.

00:22:54So Jung panicked and hung up just as Si Ho called.

00:22:57Si Ho arrived to take her home.

00:22:59By then, Soo Jung was completely inebriated.

00:23:02After a short walk, she collapsed onto a parked car, pulling Si Ho down with her.

00:23:07They lay there in silence. Bok Su, arriving moments later, witnessed the entire scene.

00:23:13His mood darkened further.

00:23:14The next day, while cleaning the gym, he encountered his rival practicing fencing.

00:23:19The sight of each other reignited their animosity.

00:23:21Fueled by Se Ho's taunts, they agreed to a duel.

00:23:24This wasn't just about pride, it was about the woman they both loved.

00:23:28They fought with a ferocity born of long-held resentment.

00:23:31Bok Su emerged victorious.

00:23:33Just then, Soo Jung arrived to inspect the gym, and saw Bok Su seemingly attacking Si Ho.

00:23:39Despite her lingering feelings for Bok Su, her anger blinded her.

00:23:43She immediately sided with Se Ho, criticizing Bok Su, without seeking an explanation.

00:23:48Bok Su frustrated, threw down his wooden sword.

00:23:51He was at his breaking point.

00:23:53He demanded to know why she never asked for his side of the story.

00:23:56Nine years ago, and now, she refused to listen to him.

00:24:00Confidently assuming the moral high ground, seemingly determined to destroy any chance they had.

00:24:05Soo Jung, however, believed she'd seen everything with her own eyes.

00:24:09What more was there to ask?

00:24:10While there might be a reason for his actions, it didn't justify hurting someone.

00:24:14She told him to stop causing trouble, and walked away with Si Ho.

00:24:18Leaving Bok Su standing there.

00:24:19Watching the woman he loved, walk away with another man.

00:24:22His feelings completely disregarded.

00:24:24The memory of a similar portrayal, nine years ago, resurfaced.

00:24:29The moment his nightmare began.

00:24:31Back then, after learning that Si Ho had spread the rumors about, So Jung's family.

00:24:36Bok Su confronted him, trying to protect her.

00:24:38But So Jung, misunderstanding his intentions, had testified against him.

00:24:43Sending him down a path of despair.

00:24:45He had given her everything, only to be met with deep misunderstanding.

00:24:48Now, history was repeating itself.

00:24:50He felt foolish for clinging to a love that wasn't meant to be.

00:24:54Their love had been deep, but misunderstandings had torn them apart.

00:24:58That evening, Bok Su was roped into a delivery run by his sister.

00:25:02He spotted Myung Ho getting into Se Ho's car.

00:25:04He gave chase, but a call from a hungry customer interrupted his pursuit.

00:25:08The next day, he tried to sneak into Se Ho's office, but was caught red-handed.

00:25:12He questioned Se Ho about his connection to Myung Ho.

00:25:15Se Ho's answer, So Jung.

00:25:17He taunted Bok Su, suggesting he tell So Jung himself.

00:25:21Knowing she wouldn't believe him, Bok Su, walked away.

00:25:24Frustrated and confused by So Jung's lack of trust.

00:25:27Teacher Park, appearing at just the right moment, advised him to talk to her directly.

00:25:32As a homeroom teacher, So Jung was tasked with gathering information about her students'

00:25:37dreams for the future.

00:25:38When she asked Bok Su, he hesitated.

00:25:41Admitting he'd forgotten his dreams long ago.

00:25:43His past mistakes had become a stigma, disqualifying him in everyone's eyes.

00:25:48So Jung remembered the harsh judgment he'd faced.

00:25:50The way his future had been stolen.

00:25:52And while she hadn't forgotten, neither had he.

00:25:55The rooftop incident still haunted him.

00:25:57The accusations didn't bother him.

00:25:59It was So Shung's lack of faith that truly hurt.

00:26:01He sometimes wondered if he hadn't expressed his feelings for her clearly enough.

00:26:05So Jung didn't want to revisit the painful memories.

00:26:07She'd seen Bok Su push Se Ho.

00:26:10She hadn't wanted to believe it, but it was what she'd seen.

00:26:13What she hadn't seen was Se Ho's carefully orchestrated plan.

00:26:16He'd deliberately thrown himself off the roof, hoping to gain So Jung's sympathy.

00:26:20When Bok Su grabbed him, preventing his fall, Se Ho wriggled free, making it look like he'd

00:26:25been pushed.

00:26:26Bok Su had hoped this might be a chance to clear up the past misunderstanding, but So Jung's

00:26:31unwavering certainty had shattered that hope.

00:26:33Bok Su felt defeated.

00:26:35Was this really the end?

00:26:37He didn't return to class.

00:26:38His absence left So Jung with a strange mix of emotions.

00:26:42He had been a constant, albeit disruptive, presence in her life.

00:26:46Now without him, things felt dull.

00:26:49As she entered the classroom, her gaze drifted involuntarily to Bok Su's empty seat.

00:26:54To her surprise, a backpack sat on Bok Su's desk.

00:26:57So Jung, delighted, assumed he'd returned.

00:26:59Her joy was short-lived.

00:27:00It belonged to another student, who had simply forgotten it.

00:27:03Her spirits sank.

00:27:05Left with no other choice, she called Bok Su.

00:27:08Min Ji, a girl who'd had a crush on Bok Su since high school, answered, claiming to

00:27:13be his girlfriend.

00:27:14She berated So Jung.

00:27:15Telling her Bok, Su wouldn't be returning and warning her to leave him alone.

00:27:19Unbeknownst to her, Bok Su had just arrived home and overheard everything.

00:27:23Min Ji tried to explain, but Bok Su calmly brushed it off.

00:27:27Beneath the calm exterior, however, a storm raged.

00:27:30He was hurt.

00:27:31And what about So Jung?

00:27:33Despite their feelings for each other, they seemed destined to remain apart.

00:27:37That night, Si Ho invited Soo Jung to dinner.

00:27:39She couldn't refuse.

00:27:41They met in the school cafeteria, where Si Ho prepared a bowl of seafood ramen for her.

00:27:46Watching her enjoy the meal filled him with a strange warmth.

00:27:49Sensing an opportunity, he confessed his feelings.

00:27:52He pointed out his desirable qualities.

00:27:54Handsome, wealthy, and successful.

00:27:56So Jung shook her head.

00:27:57Those weren't the reasons she'd fall for someone.

00:28:00He asked if it was because of Bok Su.

00:28:02The mention of his name brought a flood of memories, his voice echoing in her mind.

00:28:06She recalled their shared moments, the ups and downs they'd experienced together.

00:28:10But above all, she remembered the pain of his betrayal, the lingering doubt.

00:28:15Tears welled up in her eyes, and she excused herself.

00:28:18Overwhelmed with regret, she knew she had to try.

00:28:21To fight for the love she'd lost.

00:28:23They met at the place where they'd first shared a view of the city lights.

00:28:26The place where their dreams had begun.

00:28:28So Jung finally asked the questions that had haunted her for years.

00:28:32Bok Su, tears streaming down his face, felt a weight lift off his shoulders.

00:28:36He had waited nine years to hear those questions.

00:28:38He told her the truth, denying he had pushed Se Ho.

00:28:41Then, So Jung asked about the rumors he'd spread about her family.

00:28:45Had everything he'd done for her been out of pity?

00:28:47It was time to confront the truth.

00:28:49So Jung had avoided him, because she feared he'd confirm her worst fear.

00:28:53That he had only been with her out of sympathy.

00:28:56Bok Su was stunned.

00:28:57He'd never imagined she thought that.

00:28:59Seeing his silence, So Jung, heartbroken, turned to leave.

00:29:02Bok Su stopped her, confessing that he had done everything because he liked her.

00:29:06Nothing more.

00:29:07Finally, So Jung confessed the feelings she'd buried for so long.

00:29:11Life had been vibrant and joyful with him.

00:29:13Without him, school had felt like hell.

00:29:16She blamed herself for ruining his future.

00:29:18For pushing him into darkness.

00:29:20At that moment, every misunderstanding, every ounce of resentment, evaporated.

00:29:25Their nine-year delayed love story, officially began.

00:29:28Just how goofy can a man in love get?

00:29:30Bok Su woke each morning.

00:29:32Not to an alarm, but to a dream so sweet,

00:29:34it sent him tumbling out of bed with a goofy grin plastered on his face.

00:29:38His nephew, once a source of constant bickering, now seemed utterly adorable.

00:29:43He bounced out of bed, eager to start the day.

00:29:46Even finding joy in the simple act of eating.

00:29:48Savoring every bite.

00:29:50His sudden transformation baffled his family.

00:29:53His mother, watching him arrange his vegetables into a heart shape on his rice,

00:29:57wondered if this was even her son.

00:29:59The man was lovesick, acting like a teenager again.

00:30:01Even cleaning the school ground seemed like a delightful adventure.

00:30:05Anyone would think he'd won the lottery.

00:30:07Meanwhile, Sojung arrived at school, disappointed not to see Bok Su.

00:30:11Suddenly, he burst through the classroom door.

00:30:14His dramatic entrance drawing stares from his classmates.

00:30:17But that wasn't the end of his antics.

00:30:19During class, he sat grinning at Sojung.

00:30:22His goofy adoration sending her heart a flutter.

00:30:25A blush creeping up her cheeks.

00:30:27After class, he trailed after her like a lovesick puppy.

00:30:29As they walked past a classroom, their eyes met through the doorway.

00:30:33A silent exchange of affection.

00:30:35Sojung reveled in these small moments, cherishing the simple joy of seeing him every day.

00:30:40Bok Su, captivated by her beauty, was oblivious to everything else.

00:30:44They reached the office.

00:30:46Bok Su pulled a yogurt drink, her favorite, from his pocket, carefully inserting a straw.

00:30:51It was a small gesture, but it touched Sojung deeply.

00:30:54She hadn't realized he still remembered her preferences, after all these years.

00:30:58She glanced up to find him gazing at her, with heart-shaped eyes.

00:31:01Sojung was smitten, but she reminded herself she was a teacher, and couldn't cross the line.

00:31:06Feigning indifference, she walked away.

00:31:09As she went, she caught sight of the yogurt drink, triggering a flashback to a similar scene.

00:31:14Years ago, Bok Su, equally smitten, offered her a yogurt drink, coaxing a smile onto her face.

00:31:20Her reverie was interrupted by a colleague, who casually swiped the yogurt drink from her desk.

00:31:24But that was just the beginning.

00:31:26That evening, Bok Su showed up at her doorstep, with a container of food.

00:31:30Sojung stared at the delicious dishes, her mouth watering.

00:31:33But her teacher's brain kicked in, reminding her that accepting gifts from students was inappropriate.

00:31:39Despite her longing gaze, she declined, upholding her professional dignity.

00:31:43Bok Su, anticipating this, pulled out containers of japchi and braised pork, then turned and walked away.

00:31:50Sojung, initially resolute, couldn't bear the thought of food going to waste.

00:31:53Food was innocent.

00:31:55She devoured it all.

00:31:57The next day, Teacher Park arrived at school, to find Bok Su grinning goofily.

00:32:01He followed Bok Su's gaze to Sojung, but Bok Su denied anything was going on.

00:32:06Later, back in the office, he found Sojung equally smitten.

00:32:10Gazing at something with a dreamy smile, he turned to see Bok Su standing before her.

00:32:15Something was brewing between these two.

00:32:17A mischievous idea sparked in Teacher Park's mind.

00:32:19He went to Bok Su's company and offered him a paid gig, participating in an educational research project, the following day.

00:32:26However, when Bok Su arrived at the designated meeting point, Teacher Park was nowhere to be found.

00:32:32He called, only to be told that Teacher Park had fallen ill and couldn't make it.

00:32:37He'd arranged for another teacher to take his place.

00:32:39Bok Su started to complain, then his face lit up.

00:32:42He praised Teacher Park's thoughtfulness.

00:32:44The replacement teacher was none other than Sojung.

00:32:46It had all been a clever setup.

00:32:49Sojung, realizing she'd been tricked, tried to contact Teacher Park, but he was conveniently unavailable.

00:32:55Enjoying a romantic ramen, date of his own.

00:32:57Bok Su, meanwhile, suppressed a triumphant grin.

00:33:00Their research trip became an impromptu romantic getaway.

00:33:05Bok Su showed her the sights.

00:33:07Inspired by other couples cycling together, he offered her a ride on his bike.

00:33:11The scenery was beautiful, but nothing compared to the sight of Sojung's soft smile.

00:33:15Suddenly, Kyung Hyun and Min Ji appeared, also on bikes.

00:33:19Bok Su panicked and tried to escape but to no avail.

00:33:22The four of them ended up cycling together.

00:33:24It wasn't until nightfall, thanks to Kyung Hyun's help, that Bok Su finally managed to ditch the unwanted company.

00:33:30He led Soo Jung to a light festival.

00:33:33The dazzling display echoing their first date.

00:33:35Sojung finally opened her heart completely.

00:33:38The guilt over the misunderstanding gnawed at her.

00:33:40She berated herself, seeking some relief from the years of regret.

00:33:44Bok Su, however, held no resentment.

00:33:46Seeing her distress, he pulled her close, comforting her.

00:33:50The past didn't matter.

00:33:51What mattered was that they were together now, even if it was nine years overdue.

00:33:55Finally, they surrendered to their feelings, sharing a passionate kiss that not only reignited their love,

00:34:02but also shattered the chains that had bound them for so long.

00:34:05They drove home, hands intertwined.

00:34:07At her doorstep, he kissed her cheek, leaving her giddy.

00:34:10Unbeknownst to them, See Ho watched from the shadows.

00:34:13The next day, dawned bright for Bok Su.

00:34:16He hugged Teacher Park, grateful for his strategically timed illness, even giving him an air kiss.

00:34:22Soo Jung arrived at school radiating happiness, surprising both colleagues and students.

00:34:27In class, rumors swirled about her supposed relationship with See Ho.

00:34:31Bok Su denied them but couldn't explain.

00:34:34Soo Jung, overhearing, intervened, clarifying that there was nothing between her and the principal.

00:34:40Bok Su beamed, giving her a wink that sent butterflies through her stomach.

00:34:44During a break, Bok Su pulled Soo Jung into the infirmary, quickly drawing the curtains and approaching her,

00:34:50gently stroking her hair.

00:34:51The atmosphere grew charged.

00:34:53Just as things were getting interesting, the nurse walked in, shattering the romantic tension.

00:34:58Thinking fast, Soo Jung pretended to be bandaging Bok Su's hand, narrowly avoiding exposure.

00:35:04To compensate for their interrupted moment, Bok Su slipped her a note during class.

00:35:08Soo Jung snatched it up, clutching it tightly.

00:35:10Bok Su, pleased with himself, grinned like a schoolboy.

00:35:14Young Min, however, witnessed the exchange.

00:35:16Bok Su flustered, claimed it was a good luck charm.

00:35:19Burning with curiosity, Soo Jung hid in the bathroom to read the note.

00:35:23She called him an idiot, but a smile played on her lips.

00:35:26Despite her words, her actions betrayed her true feelings.

00:35:29She checked her reflection in the mirror, primping before heading to their rendezvous.

00:35:33She entered the room to find it bathed in candlelight.

00:35:36Instead of romance, however, Soo Jung's first thought was the fire hazard.

00:35:40She rushed to extinguish the candles.

00:35:42One by one, Bok Su watched in dismay, as his romantic gesture turned into a fire safety drill.

00:35:47His carefully crafted ambiance was ruined.

00:35:50He was heartbroken, but that was secondary to what followed.

00:35:52His eyes softened with affection, as he pulled out a small, simple ring.

00:35:57Unlike a grand romantic gesture, this ring held a deeper meaning.

00:36:01He explained that he'd bought it nine years ago, intending to propose.

00:36:04The misunderstanding had robbed him of that opportunity.

00:36:07Now, with the truth revealed, he could finally give it to her.

00:36:10He'd wanted to buy a better ring, but this one held a special significance.

00:36:14Touched by his sincerity, Soo Jung accepted.

00:36:17He tried to slip it onto her finger, but it wouldn't fit.

00:36:20A moment of awkwardness followed.

00:36:22Soo Jung took the ring and placed it on her pinky finger.

00:36:25A ring nine years in the making.

00:36:26He then presented her with a bouquet of 100 roses.

00:36:29They strolled through the bustling streets, planning a culinary adventure.

00:36:33Their romantic walk was interrupted by the appearance of two of Bok Su's classmates.

00:36:38Soo Jung, startled, shoved him into an alley, pressing him against the wall until they passed.

00:36:43Bok Su, though surprised, enjoyed the unexpected intimacy.

00:36:47Lingering in her embrace, even after the coast was clear, he wouldn't have minded a repeat performance.

00:36:53Lost in their little world, they didn't notice a mysterious figure capturing their intimate moment on camera.

00:36:58See Ho, still reeling from Soo Jung's rejection, was determined to have a serious conversation with her.

00:37:04He lured her to a cafe under the pretense of work, then confessed his feelings, reminding her of his unwavering support over the years.

00:37:11He'd seen himself in her struggles and wanted her to be happy.

00:37:14So Jung gently but firmly reiterated her love for Bok Su.

00:37:18See Ho, however, refused to accept it, threatening to make her regret her decision.

00:37:23So Jung warned him to stay away from Bok Su, further fueling his rage.

00:37:27He had no healthy outlet for his emotions, his extreme personality isolating him from genuine connections.

00:37:33This stemmed from his relationship with his mother.

00:37:35Upon returning home, despite his attempts to maintain composure, he was met with his mother's wrath.

00:37:40She was furious that he was so fixated on an ordinary woman.

00:37:44See Ho, realizing his mother's intentions to interfere, warned her against it.

00:37:49His defiance enraged her.

00:37:50It was the first time he'd ever challenged her authority.

00:37:53Back in his room, he received a phone call.

00:37:55The next day, Myung Ho, the corrupt administrator, returned to the school, reinstated in his former position.

00:38:02The teachers, however, were less than thrilled with Myung Ho's return.

00:38:05Teacher Park stormed into the principal's office, confronting See Ho about the damage this would do to the school's reputation.

00:38:11He argued vehemently against reinstating a corrupt administrator.

00:38:15See Ho, however, remained unmoved.

00:38:17Even though Teacher Park was a respected mentor, See Ho was determined to follow his own path, regardless of the consequences.

00:38:24He dismissed Teacher Park's concerns, reminding him of his insignificant position within the school.

00:38:29Teacher Park, disappointed by his former student's callousness, urged him to reconsider, to avoid making a grave mistake.

00:38:36This wasn't a teacher reprimanding a student, but a genuine warning from one colleague to another.

00:38:41He invited Soo Jung to his chicken restaurant, introducing her to his business partners.

00:38:46Min Ji, witnessing the scene, was heartbroken, but found comfort in Kyung Yoon's presence.

00:38:51After they left, Soo Jung confided in Park Soo about Myung Ho's threats and her rejection of See Ho.

00:38:56Park Soo, concerned for her safety, offered to leave school to protect her.

00:39:01Soo Jung immediately refused.

00:39:03Seeing her worry for him, filled him with warmth.

00:39:06It felt good to be cared for.

00:39:08Soo Jung, determined not to repeat past mistakes, urged them to live in the present,

00:39:12and not sacrifice their happiness for an uncertain future.

00:39:15They spent the evening together, and as the night wore on, Park Soo grew increasingly intoxicated.

00:39:21Cupping her face in his hands, he poured out his heart to her.

00:39:24Love, it seemed, could unlock hidden potential.

00:39:27Soo Jung somehow managed to haul Park Soo back to his house.

00:39:31Looking at him, disheveled and adorable, she giggled.

00:39:34Her inhibitions loosened by the alcohol.

00:39:36She leaned in and stole a kiss.

00:39:38Wondering aloud whose adorable son he was, Park Soo's mom, appearing as if on cue, answered,

00:39:43Mine.

00:39:44The awkwardness was palpable.

00:39:46If there had been a block of tofu nearby, So Jung would have gladly hurled herself into it.

00:39:50She stammered through an explanation of their relationship, expecting a hostile reaction.

00:39:56Instead, Park Soo's mom surprised her with kindness and compassion,

00:39:59understanding the pain So Jung had endured over the years.

00:40:02Her words brought tears to Soo Jung's eyes.

00:40:05To Soo Jung's surprise, she was invited to stay the night.

00:40:08It was the most peaceful sleep she'd had in nine years.

00:40:11Park Soo woke the next morning with a sense of anticipation.

00:40:14He rushed out of his room, hair askew, only to stop short.

00:40:17Stunned to find So Jung in his living room.

00:40:20After smoothing down his hair, he joined her for breakfast.

00:40:23They ate comfortably, like family.

00:40:25The school announced a debate competition,

00:40:27selecting three students from each class to participate.

00:40:30Park Soo, Sung Woo, and Young Min were chosen from their class.

00:40:34So Jung met Park Soo at their usual spot.

00:40:37Lately, he'd been a bit too public with his affections,

00:40:39blowing kisses in class, and openly scheduling dates.

00:40:43So Jung proposed they have a

00:40:44Secret relationship, Park Soo.

00:40:47Misunderstanding the concept, assumed it meant even more romance,

00:40:50and readily agreed.

00:40:52The sight of the vice principal approaching sent them scattering.

00:40:55Later, Park Soo researched the term online,

00:40:57and, realizing its true meaning, immediately protested.

00:41:01Meanwhile, Min Ji secured a job as a typist in the school's printing room,

00:41:05her nimble fingers landing her the position.

00:41:07Kyung Hyun, working as a janitor,

00:41:09continued his search for evidence of corruption.

00:41:11One day, he discovered shredded documents in the trash.

00:41:15He collected them, taking them home to piece them back together,

00:41:18using a magnifying glass to decipher the fragments.

00:41:21After a painstaking all-nighter,

00:41:23he successfully reconstructed the documents.

00:41:26They were invoices and admission test records,

00:41:28detailed but not conclusive.

00:41:30The debate competition heated up.

00:41:32The top class advanced to the finals,

00:41:34where they were unexpectedly pitted against the bottom class.

00:41:36The underdog class versus the elite,

00:41:39a David and Goliath showdown.

00:41:40The teachers anticipated a predictable outcome.

00:41:43However, the debate took a surprising turn.

00:41:46The top class students, arrogant and condescending,

00:41:49mocked their opponents,

00:41:50disregarding the judges and teachers.

00:41:52Confident in their preordained victory,

00:41:54they flaunted the rules,

00:41:56reading prepared statements instead of engaging in genuine debate.

00:41:59In contrast, the underdog class,

00:42:01though facing ridicule,

00:42:03maintained their composure,

00:42:04presenting their arguments with respect and logic.

00:42:07The outcome was clear.

00:42:08So Jung's class had won.

00:42:09Thanks in part to Teacher Park's impartiality,

00:42:12he refused to bow to the pressure of the wealthy families.

00:42:15His fairness, however, was met with swift retribution.

00:42:19To appease the influential parents,

00:42:20the school shamelessly altered the results,

00:42:23awarding the victory to the top class

00:42:24and punishing Teacher Park.

00:42:26Outraged by the injustice,

00:42:28Teacher Park confronted Seho,

00:42:30prepared to lose his job over the principle of the matter.

00:42:33So Jung, witnessing this, intervened,

00:42:35insisting on handling the situation herself

00:42:37as the student's homeroom teacher.

00:42:39She marched into Seho's office,

00:42:41her courage outweighing her fear.

00:42:43Despite Seho holding her past mistake over her head,

00:42:46she refused to be silenced.

00:42:47She reminded him of his promises to reform the school,

00:42:50to create a better environment.

00:42:52Now, he was perpetuating the very system she despised.

00:42:55Seho, however,

00:42:56was fixated on separating her from Bak Su,

00:42:59willing to use any means necessary.

00:43:01He threatened to expose her past bribe to Myung Ho.

00:43:04So Jung, though ashamed of her past actions,

00:43:07refused to let her students suffer.

00:43:09She warned Seho that if he crossed the line,

00:43:11she would take action,

00:43:13regardless of the consequences.

00:43:15She left the office,

00:43:16her heart heavy with despair.

00:43:17Bak Su arrived to comfort her,

00:43:19but words seemed inadequate.

00:43:21He simply listened as she poured out her worries,

00:43:23then held her close.

00:43:24His embrace calmed her,

00:43:26offering a moment of solace.

00:43:27Their private moment was interrupted by a student,

00:43:29who suddenly entered the room.

00:43:31Startled, Bak Su stepped back.

00:43:33Sung Woo,

00:43:34realizing he'd stumbled upon a private moment,

00:43:37retreated with an embarrassed expression.

00:43:39Bak Su rushed after him.

00:43:40In an empty classroom,

00:43:42Bak Su,

00:43:43flustered,

00:43:44showered Sung Woo with awkward compliments,

00:43:47suddenly hinting that he kept quiet about what he'd seen.

00:43:50Sung Woo,

00:43:51amused,

00:43:51decided to tease him,

00:43:53suggesting his decision depended on Bak Su's future behavior.

00:43:56So Jung,

00:43:57worried about the potential repercussions,

00:43:59offered to handle the situation herself.

00:44:02The next day,

00:44:03Bak Su became Sung Woo's errand boy,

00:44:05bribing him with a cafeteria feast to ensure his silence.

00:44:08Sung Woo,

00:44:09satisfied with his spoils,

00:44:10promised to keep their secret.

00:44:12The top class students,

00:44:13still smarting from their debate loss,

00:44:15took out their frustration on Teacher Park during his class.

00:44:19Che Min,

00:44:20harboring a particular grudge,

00:44:22taunted Young Min and Sung Woo in the hallway.

00:44:24When Young Min retorted,

00:44:26Che Min,

00:44:27unable to control his anger,

00:44:28attacked him.

00:44:29Bak Su intervened,

00:44:30just as Young Min was about to retaliate.

00:44:33Despite witnesses confirming Che Min had initiated the fight,

00:44:36he denied it,

00:44:37accusing Young Min of starting it.

00:44:39The school,

00:44:39predictably,

00:44:40sided with Che Min,

00:44:41given his family's influence.

00:44:43Confident in his protected status,

00:44:44Che Min's word became truth.

00:44:46Despite Young Min and Sung Woo's protests,

00:44:48the school refused to reconsider.

00:44:50So Jung,

00:44:51wanting to defend her students,

00:44:53was stymied by the school's blatant favoritism.

00:44:55Just as she was losing hope,

00:44:57she received a text message,

00:44:58a game changer.

00:44:59A classmate had recorded the entire altercation.

00:45:02They now had proof,

00:45:04but presenting it directly to the school would be futile.

00:45:06They would simply destroy it.

00:45:08They needed a plan.

00:45:09Bak Su,

00:45:10with Teacher Jun's help,

00:45:11secured the key to the broadcasting room.

00:45:13While his classmate snuck in,

00:45:15he and Su Jung stood guard.

00:45:17Inside,

00:45:18they connected a phone to the broadcasting system,

00:45:21displaying the video of Che Min's attack

00:45:23on every screen in the school.

00:45:25The truth was revealed.

00:45:26Young Min avoided expulsion,

00:45:28and his reputation was restored.

00:45:30The school,

00:45:31in an attempt at damage control,

00:45:33awarded their class the debate trophy

00:45:34they had rightfully won.

00:45:36Their efforts earned them Teacher Park's admiration.

00:45:38Their victory, however,

00:45:39was short-lived.

00:45:41Si Ho,

00:45:42ever scheming,

00:45:43invited principals from other schools

00:45:44to a dinner meeting.

00:45:45His plan

00:45:46was to force the students of the bottom class

00:45:48to transfer,

00:45:49offering a substantial investment

00:45:51and athletic facilities

00:45:52as an incentive.

00:45:53The principals,

00:45:54unable to resist such a lucrative offer,

00:45:56readily agreed.

00:45:57His plan was working.

00:45:59What would Bak Su and his classmates do now?

00:46:02Flirting is one thing,

00:46:03but flirting with your ex-girlfriend

00:46:05who also happens to be your teacher,

00:46:07that's a whole other level of boldness.

00:46:09This student, however,

00:46:10was clearly up for the challenge.

00:46:12As his teacher inspected the classroom,

00:46:14he playfully cornered her,

00:46:15sending her heart racing.

00:46:17Mindful of their school setting,

00:46:19she pushed him away.

00:46:19But her half-hearted resistance

00:46:21only fueled his desire.

00:46:23He held her close,

00:46:24whispering sweet nothings

00:46:25as their eyes locked.

00:46:27Unable to resist,

00:46:28they shared a passionate kiss.

00:46:29But one kiss wasn't enough.

00:46:31As he pulled away,

00:46:32she tugged him back by his collar

00:46:34for another,

00:46:34even more intense,

00:46:36embrace.

00:46:37Later that evening,

00:46:38at the movies,

00:46:39while watching an on-screen couple kiss,

00:46:41Bak Su boasted that they were much better.

00:46:43So Jung,

00:46:44blushing,

00:46:44giggled.

00:46:45She then took him to meet her grandmother.

00:46:47Her grandmother,

00:46:48charmed by Bak Su,

00:46:48encouraged Su Jung to give him a good home.

00:46:52Things were looking up.

00:46:53Then,

00:46:53the bombshell dropped.

00:46:55Bak Su's class received transfer notices,

00:46:57ordered to prepare to leave at any moment.

00:47:00The culprit,

00:47:00Si Ho,

00:47:01now consumed by bitterness and revenge.

00:47:03Bak Su confronted him,

00:47:05urging him to take his anger out on him,

00:47:07not innocent students.

00:47:09Si Ho's coldness shocked Bak Su.

00:47:11His once close friend had become a stranger.

00:47:13He recalled a happier time,

00:47:14when they'd secretly celebrated Si Ho's birthday at school.

00:47:18Si Ho had been startled by a skull model in the nurse's office,

00:47:21then delighted when Bak Su and So Jung surprised him with a cake.

00:47:24They'd all gotten drunk,

00:47:26their laughter echoing through the room.

00:47:27The memory of mistaking a skeleton for a teacher was particularly vivid,

00:47:31a reminder of their shared joy.

00:47:33Even though they'd been caught by a teacher,

00:47:35the memory remained precious.

00:47:37Si Ho's current behavior was unforgivable.

00:47:39Bak Su proposed a deal.

00:47:40If his class's average scores improved above the passing grade,

00:47:44they wouldn't be transferred.

00:47:46Si Ho scoffed,

00:47:47confident this was impossible.

00:47:49Even the vice principal mocked the idea of transforming the lowest performing class,

00:47:53with an average score below 30 in just one week.

00:47:56Raising their average above passing in that time frame

00:47:58seemed like a delusional dream.

00:48:00Everyone assumed they were setting themselves up for failure,

00:48:03which wasn't surprising,

00:48:05considering the students' complete lack of motivation.

00:48:07Despite the daunting challenge,

00:48:09Bak Su returned to his class,

00:48:11determined to turn things around.

00:48:13The bell rang,

00:48:14but his classmates bolted for the exits.

00:48:16Bak Su sighed.

00:48:17He wouldn't be deterred.

00:48:19He rounded them up,

00:48:20one by one,

00:48:21herding them into his

00:48:22study base

00:48:23for mandatory tutoring.

00:48:25Initially,

00:48:25the students were apathetic.

00:48:27Then,

00:48:27their parents,

00:48:28influenced by Si Ho,

00:48:30encouraged them to transfer.

00:48:31This sparked their rebellious spirit.

00:48:33Fueled by indignation,

00:48:35they threw themselves into their studies,

00:48:36peppering their teachers with questions after class,

00:48:39and burning the midnight oil.

00:48:41They were determined to prove themselves,

00:48:43to show they weren't disposable.

00:48:44What's it like when a couple,

00:48:46reunited after nine years,

00:48:47spends their first night together?

00:48:49Before bed,

00:48:50So Jung insisted on holding hands only.

00:48:52Bak Su,

00:48:53surprisingly compliant,

00:48:55immediately fell asleep,

00:48:56snoring loudly,

00:48:57much to So Jung's annoyance.

00:48:59Perhaps too much obedience wasn't a good thing.

00:49:01She chided herself for suggesting a

00:49:03secret relationship,

00:49:05and then questioned his obliviousness.

00:49:07Just as her frustration peaked,

00:49:08he rolled over,

00:49:09pulling her close.

00:49:10They spent a blissful night together.

00:49:12Earlier that evening,

00:49:14after tutoring his classmates,

00:49:15Bak Su had walked So Jung home,

00:49:18creating a precious memory.

00:49:19A week flew by,

00:49:20and exam day arrived.

00:49:22For the first time,

00:49:23Bak Su's class approached a test,

00:49:25with seriousness and focus.

00:49:27A few days later,

00:49:28So Jung anxiously checked the results.

00:49:30Scrolling down the list,

00:49:31she saw it.

00:49:32Their class average was just above passing.

00:49:35Astonishingly,

00:49:36Sung Woo,

00:49:37the perpetual bottom-ranked student,

00:49:39had the highest score.

00:49:40Outperforming even Chae Min,

00:49:42the school's top student.

00:49:43It turned out he was a brilliant student

00:49:45hiding beneath a facade of indifference.

00:49:47So Jung's eyes widened in surprise and joy.

00:49:50Bak Su's class erupted in celebration.

00:49:52Chae Min,

00:49:53relegated to second place for the first time,

00:49:55was furious.

00:49:56Si Ho, however,

00:49:58refused to accept the results,

00:49:59declaring the exam invalid

00:50:01due to suspected cheating.

00:50:02He presented photos of Teacher Park

00:50:04and Bak Su

00:50:05in what appeared to be a clandestine meeting.

00:50:08While the photos had been deliberately staged

00:50:10to look incriminating,

00:50:11the reality was quite different.

00:50:13They had been discussing evidence

00:50:14of the school's corruption,

00:50:16but they couldn't reveal that yet

00:50:17without risking their entire plan.

00:50:20Unable to offer a plausible explanation,

00:50:22they were forced to accept the accusations.

00:50:24Bak Su was suspended.

00:50:26Teacher Park, however,

00:50:27refused to let history repeat itself.

00:50:29Nine years ago,

00:50:30he hadn't been able to protect Bak Su,

00:50:32a regret that haunted him still.

00:50:34He wouldn't make the same mistake twice.

00:50:36He quietly accepted responsibility,

00:50:39submitting his resignation.

00:50:40The weight of his past inaction

00:50:42pressed heavily on his conscience.

00:50:43In his final act as a teacher,

00:50:45he urged Si Ho to change his ways,

00:50:47reminding him that hurting others

00:50:48wouldn't ease his pain.

00:50:50Si Ho was surprised by Teacher Park's

00:50:52lack of judgment,

00:50:53despite everything he'd done.

00:50:54Teacher Park admitted he knew Si Ho was hurting,

00:50:56so why scold him?

00:50:58His love for his students remained unwavering.

00:51:01He simply hugged Si Ho,

00:51:02apologizing for his inability to help him more.

00:51:05As Teacher Park walked away,

00:51:06Si Ho wept.

00:51:08Teacher Park,

00:51:09burdened by nine years of guilt,

00:51:10packed his belongings and left.

00:51:12Bak Su,

00:51:13learning of his resignation,

00:51:15rushed to stop him.

00:51:16He would rather drop out himself

00:51:17than allow Teacher Park to sacrifice his career.

00:51:20Teacher Park insisted it was the best course of action,

00:51:23determined to protect Bak.

00:51:25So's future,

00:51:26hoping this time,

00:51:27he would graduate.

00:51:28Teacher Park's sacrifice strengthened Bak Su's resolve.

00:51:31He would graduate and expose the school's corruption.

00:51:34Finally,

00:51:34an opportunity presented itself.

00:51:36The principal,

00:51:37returning from a night of drinking,

00:51:39hired Bak Su as his driver.

00:51:41The inebriated principal,

00:51:43failing to recognize him,

00:51:44boasted to Chae Min's mother

00:51:45about her son's guaranteed top score

00:51:47on the upcoming exams.

00:51:49Bak Su,

00:51:50sensing something amiss,

00:51:52launched a covert investigation.

00:51:53Learning that Chae Min's mother frequented a spa,

00:51:56Min Ji posed as a masseuse,

00:51:58skillfully extracting her phone

00:51:59while she was distracted.

00:52:01They copied the data

00:52:01and returned the phone undetected.

00:52:04As expected,

00:52:05they found evidence.

00:52:06Messages revealing that the principal

00:52:08had been providing Chae Min's mother

00:52:09with advanced copies of exam questions,

00:52:12ensuring her son's high scores,

00:52:14and in return,

00:52:15receiving substantial kickbacks.

00:52:17Kyung Hyun and Bak Su

00:52:18also captured footage of the principal

00:52:20sharing the exam questions

00:52:22with Chae Min's mother.

00:52:23They now had substantial evidence

00:52:25of the school's corruption,

00:52:26but they lacked a key witness.

00:52:28Bak Su racked his brain,

00:52:29trying to identify someone who would testify.

00:52:32His friends urged him to consider other options,

00:52:34fearing the risks involved.

00:52:36Min Ji,

00:52:37seizing an opportunity while Myung Ho was away,

00:52:39accessed his computer,

00:52:41and found a list of teachers

00:52:42who had bribed their way

00:52:43into permanent positions.

00:52:44So Young's name was on it.

00:52:46Shocked,

00:52:47Min Ji confronted Su Young,

00:52:49who, equally stunned,

00:52:50demanded answers from Si Ho.

00:52:52He admitted to accepting her bribe

00:52:54and revealed he was also the source

00:52:56of the rumors

00:52:56about her family's financial struggles.

00:52:58Nine years prior,

00:53:00information Bak Su had known,

00:53:01but kept from her.

00:53:02Si Ho then produced photos of her

00:53:04and Bak Su,

00:53:05together,

00:53:06threatening to expose their relationship

00:53:07and urging her to break up with him

00:53:09to avoid further repercussions.

00:53:11Distraught,

00:53:12Su Young left

00:53:13and went drinking with Min Ji.

00:53:14After careful consideration,

00:53:16she decided to temporarily break up with Bak Su.

00:53:19Bak Su was devastated,

00:53:21but Su Young insisted

00:53:22it was for his own protection.

00:53:23They had been through so much together,

00:53:25and she wanted to shield him from further harm,

00:53:28determined to prevent him

00:53:29from being hurt again.

00:53:30Bak Su refused,

00:53:31but Su Young's resolve was unshakable.

00:53:33Heartbroken,

00:53:34he returned home.

00:53:35After nine long years,

00:53:37they were finally together,

00:53:38only to be forced apart again.

00:53:40The next day,

00:53:41Su Young arrived at school,

00:53:43her face pale and drawn.

00:53:45Her students,

00:53:45concerned,

00:53:46asked if she'd been wrestling pandas.

00:53:48Bak Su,

00:53:49after a sleepless night,

00:53:50decided to respect her wishes.

00:53:52They would remain apart

00:53:53until he graduated.

00:53:54So Young went to Si Ho's office

00:53:56and returned the 50 million won,

00:53:58confessing to her bribe

00:53:59and telling him

00:54:00he didn't need to remove her name

00:54:01from the list.

00:54:02Meanwhile,

00:54:03Bak Su's plan to expose the corruption

00:54:05stalled without a witness.

00:54:07Just as they were losing hope,

00:54:08Su Young burst in,

00:54:10volunteering to testify,

00:54:12even though it meant

00:54:12sacrificing her career.

00:54:14Bak Su vehemently objected,

00:54:16unwilling to let her be dragged

00:54:18into this mess.

00:54:19But so Jung was resolute.

00:54:21She felt she no longer

00:54:22deserved to be a teacher,

00:54:23unwilling to let her students

00:54:24follow in her misguided footsteps.

00:54:26She wanted them to know

00:54:27right from wrong.

00:54:29While she couldn't be

00:54:29a perfect teacher,

00:54:30she could at least

00:54:31be a principled one.

00:54:32Her arguments swayed Bak Su.

00:54:34Learning from Teacher Park's

00:54:35past experiences,

00:54:37they decided to bypass

00:54:38official channels

00:54:39and released a video

00:54:40exposing the school's corruption

00:54:41directly to the public.

00:54:43The video went viral,

00:54:45sparking outrage

00:54:45and widespread discussion

00:54:47within the school and beyond.

00:54:49The media picked up the story

00:54:50and the school's phones

00:54:51rang off the hook

00:54:52with complaints.

00:54:53Bak Su, however,

00:54:54had underestimated

00:54:55Si Ho's mother's influence.

00:54:57She orchestrated

00:54:57a masterful cover-up,

00:54:59forcing the principal

00:55:00to take the fall.

00:55:01His reward?

00:55:02A prestigious position

00:55:03as a university president.

00:55:05A press conference was held.

00:55:06The principal confessed

00:55:07to his wrongdoing,

00:55:09accepting full responsibility

00:55:10for the school's corruption.

00:55:12Then,

00:55:13Si Ho's mother took the stage,

00:55:14playing the victim,

00:55:16garnering sympathy

00:55:16by claiming ignorance

00:55:17of the events.

00:55:19To further solidify her image

00:55:20as a righteous leader,

00:55:21she dramatically fired

00:55:23both her son

00:55:23and the principal.

00:55:25Appointing herself

00:55:25chair of the school board,

00:55:27Si Ho,

00:55:27watching from the audience,

00:55:29smirked.

00:55:29His mother's ruthlessness

00:55:30was as chilling as ever.

00:55:32Bak Su,

00:55:33enraged by the blatant manipulation,

00:55:35confronted the principal,

00:55:37who smugly declared

00:55:38that his

00:55:38sacrifice

00:55:39would lead

00:55:41to greater opportunities.

00:55:42He was oblivious

00:55:43to the impending downfall

00:55:44awaiting him.

00:55:45After the press conference,

00:55:47Si Ho met with his mother,

00:55:48praising her masterful maneuvering.

00:55:50She, however,

00:55:51mocked him

00:55:51for being outmaneuvered

00:55:52by Bak Su.

00:55:54She suggested

00:55:54he should have dealt

00:55:55with both Bak Su

00:55:56and So Jung permanently.

00:55:57Si Ho stared at her,

00:55:59her coldness piercing him

00:56:00to the core.

00:56:01He questioned

00:56:01whether he was even her son,

00:56:03wondering if she cared

00:56:04about him at all.

00:56:05He'd never felt valued

00:56:06or loved.

00:56:07His mother coldly

00:56:08confirmed his suspicions,

00:56:09admitting that she considered

00:56:11having a child

00:56:11who needed her love

00:56:12of failure.

00:56:13From childhood

00:56:14to adulthood,

00:56:15she had consistently

00:56:15withheld affection.

00:56:17Si Ho had always believed

00:56:18it was because

00:56:19he wasn't good enough,

00:56:20driving him

00:56:21to excel academically.

00:56:22Yet her approval

00:56:23remained elusive.

00:56:24Instead,

00:56:25he was met with

00:56:26constant criticism

00:56:27and abuse.

00:56:28She despised

00:56:29his perceived weakness.

00:56:30She then walked away,

00:56:32leaving Si Ho

00:56:32with a heart full of wounds.

00:56:34Unbeknownst to them,

00:56:35Bak Su and So Jung

00:56:37had witnessed

00:56:38the entire exchange.

00:56:39Despite the apparent resolution,

00:56:41the cheating scandal

00:56:42continued to fuel resentment

00:56:43among parents and students.

00:56:44Chae Min,

00:56:46exposed as the beneficiary

00:56:47of the leaked exam answers,

00:56:49faced daily humiliation

00:56:50from his classmates.

00:56:51The pressure mounted

00:56:52until he finally snapped,

00:56:54engaging in a physical altercation

00:56:56with another student.

00:56:57He then stormed out,

00:56:58encountering

00:56:59So Jung,

00:57:00Bak Su,

00:57:01and Si Ho

00:57:01in the hallway.

00:57:03So Jung,

00:57:03seeing his injuries,

00:57:05rushed to his aid,

00:57:06but he brushed her off

00:57:07and ran away.

00:57:08Alone and desperate,

00:57:09Chae Min climbed

00:57:10to the rooftop,

00:57:11prepared to end his shame.

00:57:13Fortunately,

00:57:14Bak Su and So Jung

00:57:14arrived just in time,

00:57:16followed closely by Si Ho.

00:57:18They tried to reason

00:57:19with Chae Min,

00:57:20urging him to step back

00:57:21from the edge.

00:57:22Si Ho, however,

00:57:23exacerbated the situation.

00:57:25His words laced

00:57:26with negativity

00:57:27and despair,

00:57:28suggesting that one mistake

00:57:29could ruin a life forever.

00:57:31Bak Su countered,

00:57:32arguing that

00:57:32as long as you're alive,

00:57:34there's always a chance

00:57:35to start over.

00:57:36His patient reassurance

00:57:37finally calmed Chae Min,

00:57:38averting tragedy.

00:57:40Si Ho stood below,

00:57:41staring up at the rooftop,

00:57:43Bak Su's words

00:57:43echoing in his mind.

00:57:45Bak Su approached,

00:57:46asking if things

00:57:47would have been different

00:57:48had he successfully

00:57:49saved him years ago.

00:57:50He urged Si Ho

00:57:51to stop running,

00:57:52to seize this opportunity

00:57:53for a fresh start.

00:57:55Connecting the dots,

00:57:56Bak Su's team

00:57:57suspected Si Ho's mother

00:57:58was the mastermind

00:57:59behind everything.

00:58:01They vowed to expose her.

00:58:02She, however,

00:58:03was an idol.

00:58:04After failing

00:58:04to intimidate So Jung,

00:58:06she launched

00:58:06an online smear campaign,

00:58:08accusing Bak Su

00:58:09of past bullying

00:58:10and seeking revenge,

00:58:12highlighting his relationship

00:58:13with So Jung

00:58:14to further fuel the fire.

00:58:15The rumors spread

00:58:16like wildfire,

00:58:17causing a stir

00:58:18within the school.

00:58:19This time, however,

00:58:20Bak Su was unfazed.

00:58:22He ignored the whispers

00:58:22and stares.

00:58:24The scene was eerily familiar,

00:58:25reminding him

00:58:26of his expulsion

00:58:27nine years earlier.

00:58:28He remembered

00:58:29his mother's desperate

00:58:29attempts to get him

00:58:30back into school,

00:58:32her pleas falling

00:58:32on deaf ears.

00:58:33She had visited

00:58:34every high school,

00:58:35bowing and pleading

00:58:36for a chance.

00:58:37Just one opportunity

00:58:38for him

00:58:39to continue

00:58:39his education.

00:58:40Tears welled up,

00:58:41and he fought

00:58:42to keep them

00:58:42from falling.

00:58:43This time,

00:58:44he would fight

00:58:44until he held

00:58:45that diploma

00:58:45in his hands.

00:58:46Fortunately,

00:58:47he had the unwavering

00:58:48support of his classmates,

00:58:50and, most importantly,

00:58:52So Jung,

00:58:52he would win this fight.

00:58:54Si Ho's mother,

00:58:55believing she had escaped

00:58:56unscathed by sacrificing

00:58:58the principal,

00:58:59was shocked

00:58:59to receive a summons.

00:59:00All those involved

00:59:01in the corruption scandal

00:59:02were ordered

00:59:03to appear in court.

00:59:04To everyone's surprise,

00:59:06the presiding judge

00:59:06was Teacher Park.

00:59:08Si Ho,

00:59:10finally seeing the light,

00:59:12had provided Bok Su

00:59:13with evidence

00:59:14of his mother's

00:59:14illegal money transfers,

00:59:16determined to help

00:59:16bring her down.

00:59:18In court,

00:59:18witnesses testified

00:59:19against Se Ho's mother,

00:59:21detailing her corrupt practices.

00:59:23She remained calm,

00:59:24denying everything.

00:59:25Then, Bok Su arrived,

00:59:27armed with irrefutable evidence.

00:59:29Her composure cracked.

00:59:30He confidently presented

00:59:31the evidence,

00:59:32outlining her embezzlement schemes,

00:59:34detailing her methods

00:59:35and the extent

00:59:36of her illicit gains.

00:59:37She continued

00:59:38to deny everything,

00:59:39desperately trying

00:59:40to defend herself.

00:59:41Despite the overwhelming evidence,

00:59:43she refused to admit guilt.

00:59:45She then went on the offensive,

00:59:46bringing up Bok Su's past,

00:59:48accusing him of pushing

00:59:49her son off the roof

00:59:50nine years ago,

00:59:52and suggesting his accusations

00:59:53were motivated by revenge.

00:59:55So Jung,

00:59:56unable to contain herself

00:59:57any longer,

00:59:58rose to Bok Su's defense.

01:00:00She revealed

01:00:00that she had heard firsthand

01:00:01that Si Ho had jumped.

01:00:03Si Ho's mother,

01:00:04unfazed,

01:00:05launched another attack,

01:00:07accusing So Jung

01:00:08of having an inappropriate

01:00:09relationship with her student,

01:00:11Bok Su,

01:00:12arguing that her testimony

01:00:13was unreliable.

01:00:14So Jung bravely admitted

01:00:15her love for Bok Su,

01:00:17declaring it a source of pride.

01:00:18Earlier,

01:00:19Si Ho had approached Bok Su,

01:00:21offering him a file

01:00:22containing evidence

01:00:23of his mother's

01:00:23fraudulent activities,

01:00:25using her brother's name

01:00:26to conceal her schemes.

01:00:27This evidence would prevent her

01:00:29from shifting blame.

01:00:30Bok Su questioned Si Ho's motives,

01:00:32he couldn't trust him.

01:00:33But this time,

01:00:34Si Ho was sincere.

01:00:36He was done running.

01:00:37He wanted a new life.

01:00:38During the trial,

01:00:40Si Ho held a press conference,

01:00:42confessing to the rooftop incident

01:00:43nine years prior.

01:00:44He admitted he had jumped,

01:00:46clearing Bok Su's name.

01:00:47The revelation shocked everyone.

01:00:49They returned to the courtroom,

01:00:51celebrating Bok Su's exoneration.

01:00:53Si Ho returned home

01:00:54to face his mother's fury.

01:00:56She raged at him,

01:00:57their relationship seemingly severed.

01:00:59The next day,

01:01:00prosecutors arrived at the school.

01:01:02Collecting evidence

01:01:03and arresting Si Ho's mother.

01:01:05The students rejoiced.

01:01:06To their surprise,

01:01:08Teacher Park was now

01:01:09the legislative representative

01:01:10and auditor of the education board.

01:01:12So Jung returned to say goodbye

01:01:13to Bok Su's class.

01:01:15It was hard to believe

01:01:15a mother could be so callous,

01:01:17committing such egregious acts,

01:01:19and then shifting the blame

01:01:20onto her son.

01:01:21She pinned everything on Si Ho,

01:01:23who, unable to deny it,

01:01:24accepted responsibility.

01:01:26She had made him a deal,

01:01:27confessed to everything,

01:01:28and she would spare the school.

01:01:30He thought of the future generations

01:01:31of students,

01:01:32who would be affected

01:01:33if the school closed.

01:01:34Si Ho, his heart softening,

01:01:36decided to accept full responsibility.

01:01:39Bok Su, however, intervened,

01:01:41arguing that his sacrifice

01:01:42would only make things worse.

01:01:43If the school remained open,

01:01:45his mother would continue

01:01:46her reign of corruption.

01:01:47Si Ho, finally grasping

01:01:49the gravity of the situation,

01:01:51revealed the truth,

01:01:52including the details

01:01:53of his agreement with his mother.

01:01:54Outside the school,

01:01:56parents and students

01:01:56protested the closure,

01:01:58forming a human barricade

01:01:59to prevent Si Ho's mother

01:02:00and her associates from entering.

01:02:02Just as tensions

01:02:03reached a boiling point,

01:02:04the police arrived,

01:02:05announcing that Si Ho had confessed

01:02:07and agreed to testify

01:02:08against his mother.

01:02:10She was arrested

01:02:10and swiftly convicted.

01:02:12She couldn't believe

01:02:12her son had brought

01:02:13about her downfall.

01:02:14The crowd erupted in cheers.

01:02:16The school,

01:02:17thanks to their collective efforts,

01:02:19was saved.

01:02:20Bok Su found Si Ho

01:02:21and punched him,

01:02:22a blow that seemed

01:02:22to release years of pent-up

01:02:24frustration and pain.

01:02:25While he couldn't forgive Si Ho,

01:02:27he hoped Si Ho could forgive himself

01:02:29and start anew.

01:02:30He then walked away,

01:02:31leaving Si Ho

01:02:32to contemplate his future.

01:02:34Si Ho decided

01:02:34to study abroad.

01:02:35Following Si Ho's recommendation,

01:02:37Teacher Park became

01:02:38the new principal,

01:02:40a role he was

01:02:40perfectly suited for.

01:02:42The student's smiling faces

01:02:43hinted at a bright future.

01:02:45Bok Su finally graduated,

01:02:46fulfilling his mother's

01:02:47long-held dream.

01:02:49So Jung,

01:02:50dressed in her

01:02:50old school uniform,

01:02:51surprised Bok Su.

01:02:53Their youthful romance

01:02:54rekindled.

01:02:54Their love deepened,

01:02:56each moment etching itself

01:02:57into their shared history.

01:02:59Years later,

01:03:00Bok Su returned to the school,

01:03:01this time as a teacher.

01:03:02So Jung,

01:03:03after three attempts,

01:03:05finally passed

01:03:05her teaching exams,

01:03:06returning to her

01:03:07beloved profession.

01:03:08Everyone had found

01:03:09their happy ending.

01:03:10And that concludes our story.

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