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Young-ran.
What is that smell?
SEPTEMBER 18 MOON JU-RAN
Didn't you hear some kind of music?
Maybe they're home, ignoring the bell.
No, that can't be.
If we leave a note, they'll probably see it later.
I guess no one's home.
By the way, what's that smell?
You moved in three months ago, but we haven't met yet.
We invite you to our group chat.
I'm home after six years.
Hello.
PHARMSERIN
Honey.
Honey, I'm sorry. Let me call you right back.
KIUMAI PEDIATRICS CLINIC DIRECTOR PARK JAE-HO
Hello.
Hello, Mr. Park.
I'm sorry. I should've come to meet you sooner.
It's nice to meet you. I'm Shin Ji-su, Seung-jae's teacher.
What did Seung-jae do?
A few days ago, on his test,
this is how he turned in the answer sheets.
Seung-jae has been getting good grades
and never had problems with his classmates since he transferred here.
But for a few days now, he hasn't talked much,
and eaten anything.
All he does is sleep on his desk.
So I wanted to ask you if there's something going on at home.
What about with his mother?
Seung-jae.
If you don't tell me anything, I have no choice, but to call your mom.
My dad.
Please call my dad, not my mom.
My wife hasn't been feeling well these days,
and I guess Seung-jae knew that.
We moved here and he transferred schools out of the blue.
I'm sure he's been under a lot of stress.
I'm sorry. I'll talk to him.
The thing is, Mr. Park...
He wants to die.
That's what Seung-jae said.
Well, kids his age tend to say things like that carelessly.
I heard that there was some case before he came to this school.
I think it had something to do with his mom.
Could you tell me what happened?
"Case"?
You make it sound like it was a crime.
Oh, no, Mr. Park. I didn't mean it that way.
I'm sorry if you're offended.
It's a bit unpleasant.
I will calm him down first
and come see you again another time. Goodbye.
Mr. Park. Mr. Park!
Let's not tell Mom about what happened today.
Your aunt's death anniversary is coming up soon.
Dad.
Can't we move back to Seoul?
Son.
You remember why we moved down here, right?
Mom?
I thought you understood, Seung-jae.
Am I wrong?
Is that it?
No.
I do understand.
Seung-jae.
You behaving like this...
won't be good for your mom.
You know that, right?
Honey.
What are you doing over there?
You two came home together?
What are you doing?
I've been smelling a bad odor for a few days now.
I thought maybe a stray cat buried a mouse here,
so I was going to dig and check.
Odor?
What odor are you talking about?
You don't smell it?
What about you, Seung-jae?
Don't you get a bad smell?
No.
I don't.
I don't smell anything.
Natural fertilizer?
You really don't remember?
You asked me to buy some to start a kitchen garden in the backyard.
I looked it up
and found that natural fertilizer can smell bad.
I did?
I asked for it?
Oh, right. I do remember now. I asked you to buy some.
So that's what the smell is.
Thanks for the meal.
You don't want some more?
Honey. We should be prepared now.
What?
He's going through puberty.
You should start writing down everything he does that upsets you.
Once he gets a girlfriend, I'll show it to her.
Here is Dr. Park Jae-ho, the director of Kiumai Pediatrics Clinic.
Welcome.
Hello. I'm Park Jae-ho.
-Hello. -Hello.
...those symptoms will appear.
Especially children...
I recommend children wear masks when doing outdoor activities.
-Who is it? -Hello.
I'm your next-door neighbor who just moved in today.
I wanted to say hello.
I'm sorry,
but we can't see you right now.
We'll come say hello in the daytime.
Sorry?
Oh... Sure. I came at such a late hour.
I'm sorry.
No problem.
Good night.
What is that smell?
What are you doing?
Come here. Let's watch my interview together.
You moved in three months ago, but we haven't met yet.
Did I go over too soon?
I don't smell anything here.
Parents can't stop kids
-from going outside. -You're right.
When they go outside, make sure they are wearing masks.
Make sure they don't stay outside for too long.
While playing outside...
My hair looks weird.
Makeup wasn't applied as well as last time, right?
I think you look fine.
Not just for adults, but for children too, pollen...
That was our new neighbor, right?
Yes. She's a bit raucous.
You saw her too?
Just a glimpse of her earlier.
The realtor told me there was something wrong in that house,
so it'd remain vacant for a while.
So I thought that was good because you wouldn't be bothered.
I'll look into it again tomorrow, honey. Okay?
By the way, you bought really good apples.
They taste so good.
Honey, you're getting a call.
KIM YUN-BEOM, YUSEONG PHARMACEUTICAL
Hello?
I think you're crossing the line.
You keep boldly saying things that could cause real trouble.
Night fishing?
I don't know.
I don't think it will help.
I'll think about it.
What is that smell?
What are you thinking about?
Oh, it's nothing.
You still think something stinks?
No.
What about the noise?
A few days ago,
you said you kept hearing a thumping sound from the second floor.
Do you still hear it?
No. I don't hear it anymore.
You get sensitive this time of the year.
That's why Seung-jae and I try to be more careful.
Your sister too would want you to be happier.
That is the only reason why we moved down here.
Honey.
Let's be happy here.
I'm sorry.
Both you and Seung-jae...
All because of me.
YOUNG-RAN'S DEATH ANNIVERSARY
Young-ran.
What is that smell?
SEPTEMBER 19 MOON JU-RAN
What is that smell?
Who are you?
I live here.
Oh, I saw you yesterday. My neighbor.
It's nice to meet you. I'm Oh Hae-su.
Well...
Oh.
I should go.
Wait.
What was that smell yesterday?
I doubt it was from the house.
I think it was coming from your backyard.
It's the smell of fertilizer.
Natural fertilizer.
Fertilizer?
I don't think it's the smell of fertilizer.
I think there might be something rotting in the ground.
It must really reek inside the house too. Does it not bother you?
I couldn't stand it even for a brief moment.
SEPTEMBER 18 CHU SANG-EUN
Darn it. I told them not to keep it in the hallway.
Ma'am.
Open the door.
Why don't you report it? You should.
Please leave, sir.
I'm still alive.
My knees hurt too much now to run up to the fifth floor anymore.
I'll call the police next time if you don't do it. You got that?
This won't happen again.
You want me to make a promise?
Forget it.
You always say that you're okay, so I won't meddle.
I'm leaving.
You shouldn't be like that. You will end up in big trouble.
Is that old man delusional? Why is he meddling?
Oh, man...
Hey, clean this up too.
God, you're so clumsy.
Hey.
What's this?
You wouldn't know even if I told you.
Just wear it.
Is there anything you want to eat?
No, I'm not hungry.
Look at yourself.
Who would say you're five months pregnant?
You just have to add scrawny to your shabby looks.
Would the baby grow properly in that small belly of yours?
Most women crave all kinds of food when they're pregnant.
What's wrong with you?
-Strawberries. -What? Speak up. Don't mumble.
Strawberries.
I want strawberries.
Whatever.
Go buy some.
...the overpass...
There are things called ragweed and Japanese hops.
They are very common.
They are commonly found inside an apartment complex,
at the edge of a street, or on a hill.
I see.
So parents who have children who have allergies
should know what mugwort looks like, what ragweed looks like
and what Japanese hops look like...
DIRECTOR PARK JAE-HO
Don't be pathetic and buy bruised ones that are on sale.
Buy organic ones.
Oh, Dr. Park Jae-ho. I've finally reached you. It's me.
I'm watching your show on TV.
You are looking better and better on the screen.
I think you're crossing the line.
Well...
You keep dodging my calls,
so I can't help, but doubt you more and more.
You keep boldly saying things that could cause real trouble.
I know, right?
I've become quite bold these days, Mr. Park.
Speaking of which, in order for me to be less reckless...
and for you to clear your mind,
why don't we go night fishing?
You liked that place last time.
You remember Banyeo Reservoir, right?
I think 11:00 would be great. What do you say?
Night fishing?
I don't know.
I don't think it will help.
Come on, Dr. Park.
This time, I'll get you a really nice fishing bag.
I have something to give back too.
ORGANIC STRAWBERRIES
STRAWBERRY ICE CREAM
JAEIM PHARMACY
Hear me out. Come on.
Dances like...
Hey.
Can I have one of those?
Get a grip, woman. Or you'll give birth to a child like me.
-What's with her? -Hey, stop it.
Oh, man...
Is she crazy or what?
You want one?
You scared her off.
-Hey. -Hey, come back.
-I'll give you one. Don't go. -Come on.
-Where are you going? -Come back here!
-Come back! -Don't go.
-Don't go.
Your sewage smell is driving me crazy. Do you hear me?
Don't do it when I tell you not to.
Where are you going?
You got something over there?
You're dead tonight.
Can these be used as evidence, too?
Forget evidence.
How can you live like this?
I can't. That's why I'm doing this.
Yoon-jeong.
When I meet the lawyer who helped you, you'll come with me, right?
Sure. Since I've been there too.
But are you sure you'll live to see that day?
Yes.
Oh, right.
The headquarter employees will have dinner with us later.
Make sure to come, okay?
I can't. I'm taking the afternoon off.
I have to go to Hwaju.
It's because of your mom, isn't it?
Your contract expires soon.
You're going to your mom's at an important time like this?
If you don't become a full-time employee this time...
I won't make it anyway.
You know how Mr. Kim and Ms. Kim are to me.
Those two bastards.
Should I report them to headquarters and have them fired?
YUN-BEOM
Sorry. Give me five minutes. I just need to get changed.
Come on. Hurry up.
RECORDING
God damn it.
Must you annoy me like this?
What's wrong with you?
You know there's no place to park here.
You should've gotten out sooner and waited for me out here.
You never think.
You're right. I should've hurried.
Sorry.
Hey. Look away when you sneeze.
Oh, come on. What's with you today?
Damn it.
Just move.
Shit!
Hey!
Hey.
Don't pregnant women usually cover their stomachs first?
I can't believe you held on to the handle first.
But then, you tried to get an abortion without telling me. You're not a mom.
You're right. I'm not.
You're talking back to me again.
Sorry.
I thought we were going to my mom's house.
"Cornelia"?
What is this place?
How much do you think it will be?
What do you mean?
That.
That bag.
If it's filled with 50,000-won bills.
Our baby will be born soon.
We should live like everyone else for once.
Don't you agree?
SEPTEMBER 20 CHU SANG-EUN
Mom.
You're awake, Sang-eun.
How come both of you'll are together?
Sang-eun.
I was on my way home from work
and saw her sitting by the garden like a newly-wed bride.
You go back to your home. Leave! Right now!
You...
You ingrate.
Don't be like that.
She may talk like that,
but she loves that you come to see her often.
Let's go wash up, Mom.
I know you're upset, but try to understand.
She's like that more often these days.
Mom. You keep saying that you hate Sang-eun and you're scared of her,
so she's leaving.
Oh, right.
You almost left this here. This is an expensive brand.
It's from Yun-beom, right? I'm so jealous.
Do you want it?
Oh, no.
It looks better on you, a young and beautiful woman.
Next time, come with your husband when your brother is here.
I'll make dumplings, Yun-beom's favorite.
Do-hui.
He never liked dumplings.
What?
Hello?
Yes, this is she.
Right now?
Where do I need to go?
Mom.
They say my husband is dead.
If the soil goes bad, would it smell like that?
Like a dead corpse rotting.
You think the previous tenants buried a body in the backyard or something?
What was it?
At the Reservoir... A clinic director?
He said he was meeting someone there.
Are you scared of your husband?
What?
Do you really believe that?
I definitely saw it.
I'm going to dig it up myself. I must see it with my own eyes.