PANDORA : BENEATH THE PARADISE
EPISODE 1
I'm Pyo Jaehyun, the Chairman of Hatch.
Today, we're launching a revolutionary VR medical device
called "Clover," a neural input smart patch.
I'm Jang Dojin, the CEO of Hatch.
Our research team has created a VR smart patch,
which allows the direct input of unlearned data into the brain
simply by attaching the patch to the subject.
It's the match that you've all been waiting for: human vs. chimpanzee.
Let's begin the survival shooter game.
Director Koo, can this hyperactive animal really play the game?
Her name is Re-- Wait. This thing is… Oh, shit.
Her name is Red.
As a result of five years of neuro-training,
Red has now become a super chimpanzee with a whopping IQ score of 120.
As for the player who will be the chimpanzee's main opponent,
he needs no introduction.
The survival shooter game legend, Player DK.
Okay, shall we begin? Let's apply the patch to the chimpanzee.
The data of all game-play methods, strategies,
and possible winning odds are contained within this patch.
To be clear, Red has never played this game before.
Shh. Ooh, ooh, ooh.
CHIMPANZEE VS. HUMAN, WHO WILL WIN?
The rules are simple.
100 players will battle it out, and the last one standing wins.
All 99 players, including DK here, are all top-ranking players in the game.
Red, however, has never played this game before.
DK, give it everything you got.
Don't let her off easy because she's a chimpanzee.
That'd be an insult to the world of sports games.
Who will come out on top?
Let the games begin.
Let's go, Pyo Jaehyun.
Red, I really hope you win.
Are you all right? I'm so sorry.
Watch where you're going. You almost crashed into me!
I'm really sorry. Something jumped in front of my car--
It was that dog.
You were startled because of a dog? But it's so adorable.
-Let's go already. -Yes, ma'am. Out of the way.
HANWOOL MENTAL HOSPITAL
Hanwool?
INCOMING CALL YURA
Hey, Yura.
Taera, we're in trouble. Where are you right now?
HUMAN VS. CHIMPANZEE, MATCH OF THE CENTURY
DK, taking the lead. That lead shot was perfect!
He has his opponents on their heels with his lead shots.
That's right.
He's able to withstand the recoil while in a moving car.
Plus, he's been able to collect keys from every opponent so far.
If DK keeps this up,
I reckon this will be another easy win for him.
Oh! Are you seeing this? Red the chimpanzee's kill log is spiking.
-Yes. -He's going for the head shots.
Red's kill log is increasing fast.
Red isn't one to be taken lightly.
The remaining survivors are Red the chimpanzee
and DK, the world-class gamer. They're the last two standing.
She's swerving to the right.
-I don't think DK's seeing this at all. -That's right.
Red has DK in sight from the side!
She ends the game with ease by taking the last head shot.
Cheese!
How can this be?
Red the chimpanzee claims victory against not one but 99 top-ranking players!
This victory isn't for Red but for the Clover smart patch.
And a victory for Hatch!
Soon, the patch will be yours!
-We did it! -I can't believe this was possible.
I know!
Darling, you were the best today. See you soon.
Hey, are you out of your mind?
How dare you use superglue on this!
What if it gets on the cloth? Are you going to pay for all these garments?
Couldn't we use it carefully so it doesn't damage the clothes?
The opening is in less than an hour.
What did the vendor say?
Shouldn't they be liable for shipping damages?
Tell them to get us whatever mannequins they can! Quick!
They said the quickest delivery will still take over an hour.
Miss Hong, shouldn't we just postpone the opening?
The VIPs will arrive any minute now. This is driving me nuts!
Losing your temper won't do a thing.
-Taera! -Where are the sketches?
Bring over the sketches.
No. 50!
Oh, shit!
Damn it!
-Oh, no! -Ms. Hong!
-Call 911! -Are you okay?
-Are you all right? -Ma'am!
Oh, no.
Any comments on Hatch's net worth, due to the success of your smart patch?
Our skyrocketing stock price is proof enough.
CEO Jang, you're the second son of Kumjo Group
and now a newly established CEO of Hatch.
What are your future research plans?
We plan on applying the use of the smart patch to memory therapy.
Why is that?
To treat your wife and former anchorwoman, Ms. Ko Haesoo's trauma?
After witnessing her father's death 15 years ago, I hear she's st--
It's these types of questions
that will surely hinder my wife's recovery process, Mr. Park.
One more question.
Care to comment on the rumors of a merger with Kumjo Group?
Kumjo Pharmaceuticals is opening a neuroscience research center, no?
Hatch and Kumjo have been keeping a healthy distance,
enough for both to expand accordingly.
We've never even considered a merger.
Skip the baseless rumors, if you're a respectable reporter.
Corporate social responsibility is CEO Jang's top priority.
I have much to learn from him.
To honor a purpose such as his, I wish to make contributions myself
and offer free services through my health care nonprofit.
Could this mean that you may be running for president?
Didn't the Korea Democratic Party offer you a seat?
Recently, the owner of my favorite steakhouse said he wanted to hire me.
He told me I roast meat artfully.
I am always quite the coveted talent.
Hatch will soon launch smart patches compatible with the human body.
Look forward to that. Good day.
-Do you really plan to run for president? -Mr. Pyo!
It's a total hit. Red is all the rage on social media.
Is that so?
Dr. Yang, you've been with us since the early stages of the research.
And you even suggested the name "Red."
Out of everyone here, besides me, you were the third-most hard-working.
All I did was help you out, Director.
So can we get started on human trials for the patches?
Don't get your hopes up. We still need to observe Red's condition.
Run thorough exams on her optic nerves and brain wave patterns.
Don't worry too much. There won't be any side effects.
DARLING, YOU WERE THE BEST TODAY. SEE YOU SOON. - TAERA
Why didn't you tell me?
Look at you, bastard. All grown up now, huh?
You dare consider running without telling me?
Okay, I surrender! Ow!
Isn't Han Kyungrok the party leader?
When did you get the offer?
A couple days ago. Hey, you've gotten stronger.
I've always been stronger than you.
But, anyway, you really going to run for president?
What about our company?
I'll only be gone for a while. Five years isn't that long.
Wow, you've already decided to run, huh?
How would you reckon I'd do, if I ran for president?
Be careful with that reporter.
He may be your wife's friend, but he isn't ours.
Let's go. Let's prep for the party since our wives are too busy.
Pyo Jaehyun for president, huh?
What's your diagnosis, Dr. Kang?
The memory circuit's been stimulated. Her memories will recover over time.
I expect no slipups.
No. And I suggest you stop her medications
to help with the memory recovery.
Thank you, Doctor.
Are you awake? Do you remember what happened?
Does your head hurt?
-I'm okay. -What do you mean you're okay?
You fainted.
You're lucky the chandelier didn't land on you. You could've been injured badly.
Wait, Yura.
I had a weird dream.
A dream?
This girl was fighting with someone.
I think the girl was me,
but I'm not so sure.
What did you see exactly? Have you remembered something?
I don't know what it was exactly.
It's already been 15 years since the accident.
Why haven't your memories recovered?
Maybe they're starting to come back to me.
Maybe I should've just hit my head even harder.
You little brat, I'm worried sick about you, and you're laughing?
Oh, right. Did you see Jaehyun's presentation?
Of course I did. It's taken the world by storm.
I think your husband's getting a little too popular.
Exactly. He's getting so popular, I'm starting to feel inferior now.
Why do you have to feel inferior?
It's all thanks to you that he's doing so well.
Ah.
It's late. I need to go home.
You sure you'll be okay? You should stay the night.
I said I'm fine. You just go back to the boutique.
The CEO should be at the opening. You're coming to the party though, right?
Of course. There's someone I'd like to see.
Jiu's been telling me how much she misses you.
How do I get this off? Can you get someone to help me with this?
Okay.
Success! Did I scare you?
Pyo Jiu!
Aw, Dad bought that for me today.
Didn't Mommy tell you not to aim at people?
From now on, toy guns are off-limits.
I'm sorry. I'll never aim at you again.
I'll never aim at others either. I mean it, Mom. Pinkie promise.
You know you have to keep your promises, no matter what, right?
Now, where's that dad of yours who bought you this?
There you are.
Goodness gracious.
Hello? You two there.
There are so many people here.
Yeah, so many.
Damn, you're corny.
Shall we show them what we're about?
Damn it.
Geez.
Wow, South Korea's cream of the crop, all gathered here in one place.
Do I really live at the same townhouse as they do?
Oh, I guess I made it.
Taera, I think you might have to change your name to "Pyo Jaehyun."
Is that a compliment?
No, Sungchan's not one to compliment people.
So was that an insult? I thought Sungchan liked me.
He's saying you're shameless.
Oh, I see.
You mean the way you broke our promise and bought Jiu a toy gun again?
Guys, isn't it time for the evening news?
She hates reading and wants to play all day.
What if she ranks last at school?
Is that so bad? Someone has to rank last anyway.
Don't blame me if she gets bad grades.
Were you last in your class?
Wow. I was always ranked first. I always wondered what that felt like.
Is that… embarrassing?
Where's Jiu?
She's playing with her tutor.
She was sad Leo went to his grandmother's.
Oh, he's spending the night there.
Haesoo has a meeting after the broadcast.
Will it take long?
-It's been a while since we had a drink. -Don't know.
Hey, Hatch. Turn on YBC News.
HEY, HATCH. TURN ON YBC NEWS.
Welcome to YBC eight o'clock news.
This morning, Hatch, the global IT company, revealed "Clover,"
a neural input smart patch that has shocked the world.
Experts say the cutting-edge technology changes the digital therapy device market.
Kim Seokjin reports.
You can speak any language without learning…
Congrats, Ms. Ko.
Wow, your husband is doing so well.
Influential in-laws and a powerful husband.
You must have no worries in the world.
Thank you.
But I'm successful on my own account.
The script's long today. I need to focus now.
Acquiring new information via the smart patch…
Okay. Focus.
…has gone viral globally.
That bitch is getting bitchier by the day.
She's not wrong though.
She's pretty and talented.
Talented, my foot.
You think, if it weren't for her wealthy in-laws,
that a reporter could become an anchorwoman?
It's probably due to Kumjo Group's PR management skills.
Well, you know Chairman Jang Kummo. He's just an old, sly fox--
Ow, what?
-The mic! -The mic?
Next up.
Both major parties are on edge as they gear up for presidential nominations.
Candidacy registrations next week
will officially mark the start of the 29th presidential elections.
I thought I made it clear I wouldn't be joining the party.
You could always change your mind, no?
Or have you already spoken to someone from another party?
No, I haven't.
Mr. Han, I take it that you're the source of that reporter earlier.
I was a bit flabbergasted.
Let's turn over a new leaf.
The public wants a figure like you,
and it's about time you take a step into politics.
Do I have to choose a political side to turn over a new leaf?
I'm better off alone, you know.
Don't tell me you're thinking of running as an independent candidate?
That's not how politics works. You can never succeed alone, you fool.
My friends are waiting. I should get going now.
Oh, right. I'm rooting for you, sir.
Wait, Chairman Pyo! Pyo--
He's young and full of passion, so he can't see the big picture.
He was raised by a single mother?
She was a doctor at a small clinic in Samcheok.
The country bumpkin is blinded by his own success.
Rumor has it that the smart patch is just a red herring
and they've actually inserted a chip into the chimpanzee's brain.
It may be dangerous if we make the wrong move.
Public opinion is quite favorable toward Chairman Pyo right now.
He's a trump card, which means he could be a threat.
If he's a card we can't get, we have to destroy him!
Any way we can find out quietly?
-Where's Sungchan? -Oh, him?
He's speaking to Dr. Yang about Red's condition.
Hey, that bastard might even adopt the animal.
I'll go get some wine. I've been saving it up for today.
-Okay. -All right.
It's getting chilly. Shall I burn some firewood?
Sure.
-When's Yura arriving? -She's not picking up.
Let's see.
Did I scare you?
-This wine is my favorite. -Hey.
How the hell did you get in? What if Haesoo comes?
You said she'd be late.
TO: KO HAESOO FROM: KO TAESUN
Haesoo.
I heard the meeting's been canceled. Shall we go grab some drinks?
Go to my house. They're having a party.
Your husband might kill me. He was really upset earlier.
Did he have to get so upset about that?
Why did you even mention me?
I just wanted to know what he's thinking and how much he loves you.
Ms. Ko!
This came for you.
Is it from a fan? I guess Ko Haesoo's still got it.
TO: KO HAESOO FROM: KO TAESUN
Ko Taesun?
What kind of bastard is playing pranks?
Who brought this?
Express delivery. He was wearing a helmet, so I couldn't see his face.
I thought the pranks were over.
We'll find out which delivery service it was.
Let's go.
THEY CALLED HER NO. 50. KO TAESUN'S REAL KILLER.
TO FIND HER, COME TO HANWOOL MENTAL HOSPITAL.
Dad!
No. 50?
She's the one who killed my dad?
Find out everything you can about Hanwool Mental Hospital.
You're early.
It's already viral, Ko Haesoo's street style.
They're all in awe of your beauty.
It's all thanks to your exquisite taste, Ms. Hong Taera.
I truly appreciate it.
Is that what you wanted to hear?
Yes.
You know I love fishing for compliments.
-I heard Leo's at his grandmother's. -Yeah.
What's this?
Taera!
Have a romantic night.
Oh, your husband went to get wine, but he must've fallen asleep.
Bring him with you.
Dojin!
Dojin, where are you?
Are you in the shower?
Yeah, I'll be right out!
Careful on your way out. Don't get caught.
There was a broken bottle. Did you take a shower?
I thought you were running late because of a meeting.
Oh, it was canceled.
You should get changed.
Did you drink a lot? Your face is red.
Oh, is it?
Maybe it's because I'm tired.
I do feel a bit drunk.
Shall we get going?
Let me just wash my hands.
Let's go! Everyone's waiting for us!
Cheers!
Why were you so late?
Sorry, I was busy with the opening.
You can't be married to work forever.
Can you guys introduce her to eligible bachelors?
She's such an amazing woman.
Taera, I'm actually seeing someone.
Really? Since when?
What does he do?
How come you didn't tell me?
Calm down. You'll find out when the time's right.
By the way, are you okay? Be mindful of your condition tonight.
It's your head, after all.
You hurt your head? How? What happened?
I fell at the boutique. It's nothing.
Why didn't you tell me?
Did you see a doctor? You need to be hospitalized?
It's not that serious. They said I was fine.
Even Dr. Kang said I'm fine.
I'm sorry, Jaehyun. I give her too much work.
Why don't you have another child, a son?
The world needs genes like yours.
Don't you agree, Haesoo?
-Haesoo? -Why are you so deep in thought?
Did someone come over earlier?
Who would come over?
I heard you took a little too long to get wine.
Something on the reporter's radar again?
Huh?
Just ask me directly and stop beating around the bush.
Stop overreacting. It's even more suspicious.
That's enough!
So embarrassing in front of everyone…
What's wrong, Haesoo? Did something happen?
It's nothing, Taera.
I'm sorry. I've ruined the mood.
Haesoo, I think you're being too nice.
Go after him and teach that bastard a lesson.
Let's drink.
Mmm.
All right.
-Auntie! -Yeah?
Please sleep over!
I can't today.
I'll sleep over next time.
-Promise. -Promise.
Mmm. Kisses.
You cutie.
Bye.
Bring your boyfriend next time.
Let's go.
Do you have a better recollection of your dream from earlier?
No.
If your head hurts again, just give me a call.
I'll come right over.
Okay. Thanks, Yura.
By the way, Dr. Kang said you can stop taking your meds now.
He says it's not good to take psych meds for too long.
This is for you.
What's this?
To celebrate the opening of your boutique.
You like it?
It's sophisticated and not too basic.
It's beautiful.
I am your little sister,
but I lost my memory and spent a year at the hospital.
I would've run off by now.
The happiness I enjoy now is all thanks to you.
I'm so grateful.
Always so dramatic.
I'm gonna go.
I hope your memories come back to you soon.
So who's the guy you've been seeing?
Someone I know?
You enjoy making a fool of your husband in front of everyone?
What matters to me is the truth, so don't keep any secrets from me.
So what the hell is up with Mr. Park?
What?
Why'd he mention you in front of the press?
Bastard has feelings for you, huh?
I know he did it to piss me off.
It was out of pure curiosity. Why are you so upset?
The entire nation knows about the tragedy I endured. Not exactly a scoop, is it?
So why the hell is he bringing it up again when it's all in the past?
In the past?
How's that all in the past?
The suspect is still at large.
They're still alive, watching me.
How is that in the past?
Why do you have to be so heartless?
I'm actually grateful.
Thanks to Mr. Park, the suspect must've felt guilty, even for a second.
I've told you
that I'll be the one to report my own story with my own words
when the culprit is captured.
So, you're not grateful for me, huh?
I'm the one who stayed by your side ever since that incident.
I did my best for you too.
Do you know how cheap it feels to say this myself?
Where's she going at this hour?
If you hadn't come tonight, I might've died.
I missed you so much.
This song.
You said it was your mother's favorite. It's grown on me.
Whenever she had a glass of wine, she would dance to this song.
Your mother was so beautiful.
It would've been nice if she were still alive.
Do you remember what you told me on our first date?
"You'll remember this afternoon for the rest of your life,
even if you forget my face and name."
It's a line from a movie.
I feel like
that line was meant for me.
Weren't you afraid of a girl who'd lost all her memories?
Not at all.
All I thought about was how much I didn't want to leave.
The next day
and the day after that, I wanted to stay with you, Hong Taera.
Despite who I might've been in the past?
I would've loved you, no matter who you were.
And I will continue to do so for the rest of my life.
It almost sounds fake.
What does?
What you just said.
It's too sweet and lovely.
It feels unrealistic.
I love you so much.
I'm going to love no one else until my last breath.
No matter what you do,
I'm going to trust you and follow you
and stay by your side forever.
That does sound fake.
I'll be reading in the study.
Stop! Stop it! No more!
No, Haesoo! Haesoo, come to your senses!
Let go of this!
Let go, Haesoo. Everything's fine.
You're okay, Haesoo.
It's nothing.
Nothing's going to happen.
I'm here now. You're okay, Haesoo.
Why are we doing this so early in the morning?
Damn, I'm exhausted.
Hey, we're almost done.
Need I remind you?
If I win again, you owe me a wish.
Hey, you think it's that easy? You never know, man.
Speaking of surprises,
who would've thought you'd have a side piece?
By the looks of it, I guess it's true.
You better end it.
Stop hurting Haesoo.
Hey, guys,
I think…
something's broken.
Chairman's here.
Where is it?
-Here you are. -Where is she?
-Where? -This is nuts.
What the hell happened?
Some lunatic bashed her head in.
They were looking for a chip in her brain.
Shit!
Oh, Red…
I think she's still moving.
Get the security footage and report to the police--
No, let's catch the bastard ourselves.
Red's killer.
I pray for peace and prosperity for Kumjo Group.
Please protect and look after the souls of everyone under its care.
May woes never befall my children.
May you bestow peace and good health upon them.
I entrust all to you, Amitabha and bodhisattva of compassion.
Have you finished your prayers?
I believe it's been well over four hours.
What else do I have left to do?
It is a mother's duty to give such devotion to her children.
I will also lift a prayer for your sons during our service.
Buddha looks very cold.
If you'd like him to stay warm this winter, there's much to do.
May Buddha's protection be with you.
It's a fake delivery service.
I can't even run the license plate.
And his phone number?
It's obviously unregistered.
The reward for your father's case is 1 billion won.
If money was their objective, they would've left their name.
They're telling me to find out for myself.
Did you look into Hanwool Mental Hospital?
HANWOOL MENTAL HOSPITAL MEET OUR STAFF
It's a reputable facility.
The director is quite influential. Runs a lot of social organizations.
Director Kim Seondeok?
DR. OF MEDICINE NEUROPSYCHIATRY EXPERT
HANWOOL MENTAL HOSPITAL
Her résumé is too good to be true.
My journalistic senses are tingling.
Okay, talk to you soon. Thank you.
You feeling better?
Hey, Taera.
Why are you looking into Hanwool?
Do you know this place?
I need to check this place out right now.
Why all of a sudden?
Can you keep a secret?
Someone sent me this picture,
saying she's my dad's real killer and to come to the hospital to find her.
Who sent you this?
I don't know.
It was an express delivery,
and the delivery man's helmet had a skull design on it.
I'll go with you.
That's Ko Haesoo. Wow, she's so much prettier in person.
Oh, wow.
Come on.
Wow, aren't you the anchor, Ko Haesoo?
Yes, hello.
You're so much prettier in person. But what brings you here?
I'm looking for someone.
Her name is "No. 50."
It looks like a part of her ear is severed.
Is she a patient here?
I'm not sure.
She could be a patient or staffer here.
Could you check your records?
Records from 15 years ago are no longer in our system.
We can't share personal medical records either.
This pertains to an important case. I have to find her.
Or maybe I can meet someone who worked here at the time.
I have an official media request form.
We're sorry, but we can't do anything about hospital regulations.
Could you just do a simple check? Please.
What's this about?
I'm Jo Gyutae, the general manager here.
I'm looking for someone called "50."
Who?
I received a tip-off.
She has something to do with my father's murder case.
Your father?
The former president Ko Taesun.
No. 50!
No. 50.
I'm the one they called No. 50.
Find them at all costs.
Whoever the bastard is.
Did you not confirm No. 50's death?
Tell me who put me through this bullshit. Who?
See who logged in at that time.
We'll know when we see them.
Something's definitely off.
Where do you think you're going?
Don't get clever. Turn the car around.
I have something important to tell you.