Motel California (2025) s01e10 Episode Script

Chun Pil, Chun Pil.
- Chun Pil.
- What?
You told me not to intervene because you would
handle it. But did you really go against that?
Far from separating them, they disappeared
together in the middle of the night.
I heard you've been meditating
lately, but what's wrong with you?
Relax.
Breathe like this. Take a deep breath.
Calm down. Take a breath.
One more.
[Cheon Yeon Soo]
Hey, Yeon Soo, where are you?
Huh?
Yeon Soo.
Yeon Soo, are you okay?
Are you okay?
Where's Kang Hee?
I'm really…
I'm sorry, sir.
Are you alright?
You're not hurt anywhere, are you?
It's all my fault.
Because I foolishly suggested
that we go to Seoul…
It'll be okay, don't worry.
It's okay.
But why isn't she waking up?
They said there's nothing wrong.
You…
You'll be punished by heaven,
just like your mother
I was shocked, thinking that
what I said became true.
Anyway, I really hate you.
Get up, quickly.
Don't make everyone worry.
Oh my.
[Episode 10]
Kang Hee.
- You're here?
- Yes.
What are you doing?
Guardian.
Just think of it as being hospitalized.
Wow, you are not telling me to leave.
It really seems like you're hurt.
I…
I think I saw Mom
from there, just now.
The place where the
accident happened just now…
That's the accident site, right?
That's true, isn't it?
I remembered.
That day, I hid in Mr. Chun Pil's car.
From the car that was in the accident,
I saw Mom.
Oh dear.
Am I being punished?
What are you talking about? No.
Yeon Soo almost died because of me.
No, that's not true.
I heard everything from Yeon Soo.
Fortunately, you shouted
and thankfully avoided a head-on collision.
- Really?
- Yeah, it's true.
I think, somehow,
your mom is the one who saved you.
Dad.
Yes.
Why didn't you come then?
At that time, I had to go
because of a very, very
important appointment…
An important appointment?
Yes.
What's more important than Mom?
Sorry.
I was foolish.
Mom…
She looked young.
Mr. Chun Pil, you've gotten so old.
People say I look young wherever I go.
What nonsense are you talking about?
Only blind ladies would say that.
Mr. Chun Pil, you've aged.
Now, I can't hate you freely anymore.
So annoying.
This old man is leaving now.
Sleep now.
[Motel California]
Kang Hee, I wonder
how far Dad is on his way?
Can't we go in and wait?
He will be here soon.
- Do you know what that money is?
- Let go, you punk.
I'm the victim.
That money is everything
to my wife, and it's her dream.
Let go of this.
Hey! Won't you let go?
Give me the money!
Give me, you punk.
You!
Give me my money!
Honey, honey.
No, no.
Yeon Soo, Yeon Soo.
No, no.
No.
No, no.
I said no.
No.
Let's go.
Would you look at me, please?
Please, step aside.
We are passing through, please step aside.
It seems like they got hurt.
Excuse me, please step aside.
Please move back.
Please, step aside.
Are you okay?
The car slid on the snow-covered road.
I'll take a look. Hold on a moment.
I will try to stop the bleeding.
The door is open here, hurry.
We are passing through, please step aside.
- Cheon Yeon Soo.
- Yes?
Are you alright?
Where are you going?
You wait here.
Don't go, Kang Hee.
Don't go.
Don't go.
Everyone, please handle this quickly.
Now, move quickly.
Are you okay?
Look at me please.
Would you look at me, please?
She went out.
- Huh?
- She went out early in the morning.
Where to?
You should have stopped her,
especially with her poor health.
Do you think I could stop her?
Kang Hee.
Ji Kang Hee.
Kang Hee.
Kang Hee.
Why were you here?
Are you feeling a bit better
now? I was worried about you.
Just…
I'm a bit confused.
You've been a bit frustrated, right?
Let's go inside anyway.
Let's go inside and rest.
Have you ever
looked for me around here?
Here?
I'm not sure if it's a childhood memory
or a dream,
but I think you were
calling for me around here.
- Kang Hee!
- Kang Hee!
Ji Kang Hee.
You've ever done that, right?
I'm not sure.
When I come here, all I
can think about is that…
About what?
You threw a tantrum for
not doing number three.
Yeah, you were really persistent back then.
You remember too, right?
Of course.
Why?
Are you going to kiss
me again and run away?
I'll stick close like this.
It's warm.
Oh, did you bring this yourself?
Be careful, be careful.
The weather is getting cold, so
the tiles might get hot or break easily.
Even though it's a hassle, please make
sure to conduct a thorough inspection.
After all, you'll
double-check it, won't you?
Still, please check it carefully.
Please be careful even when
removing flattening clips.
I've already seen two cracked tiles.
- Got it, got it.
- Thank you for your hard work.
- Yes.
- Ms. Manager, please come this way.
Yes, I'll get going.
Oh my, work hard.
- Yes.
- Here, here.
[Hana Veterinary Clinic]
Where are you going?
I'm going off work.
It's still the middle of the day.
Kang Hee said she finished working early.
Wow.
Are you always this honest?
You haven't broken up
with me for long, right?
Sorry, but I can't lie about it.
Yes, yes.
I, without a boyfriend, feel really sad.
Make sure to feed the donkey on time
and always refill its water.
Don't worry and go ahead.
Should I not answer this call?
This is Hana Veterinary Clinic.
Pardon? Director Cheon Yeon Soo?
Director, there's a lady here for you.
Yes, this is Cheon Yeon Soo.
Min Jung.
Yes, it's been a while.
Come quickly.
Hey, I had this before,
and it was delicious.
It's addictive.
- Thank you for the meal.
- Thank you for the meal.
I should try sprinkling it on my food too.
That looks delicious.
It's delicious.
This really goes well with chicken.
Should I sprinkle this for you?
How is it?
It's tasty.
Do you really think it's delicious?
Try to describe it.
It's deliciously spicy.
Right? It's unique, isn't it?
Ah, sorry, sorry.
Welcome.
Why are you so late?
I was taking a call.
That looks delicious.
Thank you for the food.
It's Ah Reum's.
Hey, don't be stingy with the food.
Eat up, Yeon Soo.
All the legs here are yours.
When is Ah Reum coming? She
said she'd leave work early today.
Kang Hee, can you give Ah Reum a call?
You do it, I'm busy.
Should I give you some water?
- Is it good?
- It's so delicious.
What am I supposed to do if
you come over so suddenly?
You should have at least
contacted before coming.
I know it's your library shift, so why
would I contact you in advance?
Let's go, I'll buy you
lunch at a fancy place.
I have plans with a friend, a lunch date.
Are friends that important
in your life right now?
If you keep this up, I'm going
to see another woman.
Please, go see another woman quickly.
No, even if you leave, let's talk at least.
- Get in.
- No, I don't want to.
Get in.
No.
Seung Eon.
Are you getting in or out?
Who on earth are you?
She said she doesn't want to get in.
You…
Let's go.
He thinks being a doctor
is some kind of official title.
Father insists on me getting
married, and he's nagging me every day.
I thought I was the only one
struggling, but you're not far behind.
Still, I'm better off.
I've always lived with my family.
Ah Reum.
Don't you want to just confront it head-on?
Yeon Soo and I did the same.
We also had fifty thousand
reasons why we shouldn't date.
Then, should I try convincing Mom first?
- Yes.
- Still, my mom listens to what I have to say.
Oh, Han Ah Reum.
It's really okay.
It's really okay.
Mom, I wanted to introduce Seung Eon…
Do you think I have endured all
this time just to end up like this?
Kang Hee, while you're seeing a hotel heir…
Were you just standing by while Ah Reum
is dating an orphan who does hard labor?
I'm sorry.
Mom, how can you say that?
You said that, Mom.
You said you hate people
who hit others the most!
How can you be like this?
Next time, I'm going to hit him.
All of this is for you.
Don't do that in the future.
Only Ah Reum is having a hard time.
You…
Do you want to go to Seoul with me?
No.
Why?
Because of Ah Reum?
His birth wasn't registered,
and only a note with his
name and age was left.
Just leave him to an orphanage.
How can she abandon a
child at a motel and leave?
Well…
In that letter…
The letter said they would
come to find the child,
so would it be alright
if I keep him for now?
Then, please go ahead and do that.
What's your name?
Cha Seung Eon.
From now on, you're my sibling.
Because my mom said
she would come to get me.
I have to wait.
But I can't remember Mom's face.
I can't even go to look for her.
So, I can't leave here, Kang Hee.
You don't have a picture of your mom?
Your mom once said
that I could call her 'mom.'
That's right.
My mom loved you more than me.
I remember this day.
It was the entrance ceremony.
Even though it was the ceremony,
Mom didn't come to school
and instead asked to take
pictures in front of the house.
So I threw a tantrum and
didn't take the picture.
I should've taken it.
I'll give it to you.
It's yours, isn't it?
My mom's photo…
Thank you for keeping it so long.
And I'm sorry, Seung Eon.
Good morning.
- Did you sleep well?
- Yes.
You were going to Seoul without even
saying goodbye to me, weren't you?
No, I was just about to go say goodbye now.
You were?
I didn't know the manager worked that much.
I was able to focus on the field
thanks to the manager.
Tell me honestly.
Yes.
Did your heart waver even a little
when you were proposed to?
Of course, it wavered.
My mental state was
completely shattered.
If you don't come quickly, I'll make
a public proposal like that too.
You think I'd be scared?
I'll make a public proposal to you too.
To the whole world.
I'm sorry.
Manager.
Do you know the order for the sinks
and sanitary ware is all wrong?
Then you do it again.
That's your work, so you handle it.
There are hotel suppliers, right?
Call them all up and check for products
that can meet the delivery schedule,
compare the specifications, make a list,
negotiate the prices, and place the orders.
Yes, do that, Ms. Kang Hee.
If it's because of the proposal…
Right, the proposal.
I did that, too.
Is it because of Esther, by any chance?
How do you know, Ms. Kang Hee?
How did you know, manager?
Something seemed off about that
guy, so I did a little investigation.
And it turns out she wasn't his
cousin, but a woman he lived with.
Then, was it all because of that, the silence
and strange behavior when you came last time?
Is it not because I rejected your proposal?
What's the big deal about
a proposal? I can just do that again.
You are not getting
married right away either.
Esther even had a baby,
but because her father is such a punk,
I can't just say let's raise
Little Heart without a father.
I can't say it because I'm
afraid she might be shocked.
Esther already knows everything.
She was already shocked
and saw it with her own eyes.
Is Esther okay?
Hey, Cheon Yeon Soo.
Is it you?
It's you, right?
- What?
- Were you the one who talked to Min Jung?
- It wasn't me.
- What do you mean it wasn't?
She called the hospital
and found out my number.
It's Ms. Yoon.
Ms. Yoon, you received it, right?
Yes, well… I'm sorry.
No, it's alright.
Would Ms. Yoon have answered
the phone? Of course, it was me.
Jeez.
Why? What did Ms. Min Jung say?
She said she's coming.
Really? Why?
I don't know.
No, what if Min Jung asks me to try again
and go to Seoul together?
That won't happen.
How do you know her feelings?
Yeon Soo, save me, please.
What can I do?
If I go crazy and follow Min Jung
to Seoul, hold me back.
Since you talk about Ms. Min Jung,
I miss Kang Hee.
Kang Hee again?
Can't you focus on me?
Ms. Yoon, tomorrow…
If you're not busy, can I take a break?
Yes, there's nothing special tomorrow, yet.
Is that so?
Han Woo, you'll meet Min Jung,
and I'll go meet Kang Hee.
Jeez, that disloyal punk.
You were the first to sever ties, you know?
Jeez, that grudge-holding punk.
If things go well with Min Jung
and we meet again,
we can hang out together in
Seoul, maybe a double date.
Trashy brat.
Did Ms. Min Jung come to see Han Woo?
Do you know her too?
The one called Min Jung?
Yeah, it's Han Woo's ex-girlfriend.
They dated on the premise of marriage,
so I've seen her a few times too.
Marriage…
Senior Han Woo… How was his life in Seoul?
Because it's unimaginable.
He was just exactly a finance guy.
I really couldn't imagine he'd
leave everything and come back.
Then he must have made a really big decision
to start the second act of his life.
Isn't it wrong to give up impulsively?
Try to stop him, Ah Reum.
No, how can I do that?
Min Jung knows me too.
I guess they'll talk it out
and sort things well.
Still, should I give him a call
to check if he's doing well with her?
Hey, where are you?
Senior.
I heard Chil Ddaeng is sick.
What?
Don't go.
If you go to Seoul, who will
take care of Chil Ddaeng?
Ms. Yoon, I'm not going.
Pardon?
Aren't you the veterinarian who
performed surgery on Chil Ddaeng?
Oh, hello.
It's good to see you
living well before I go.
Take care.
Congratulations on
your marriage, sincerely.
I'll get going.
Let's go, you said Chil
Ddaeng is very sick.
Yes.
Oh, right.
Have you decided on a name for the donkey?
Not yet.
Do you have anything in mind?
Donkey, something like that?
- I'm sorry.
- Well…
But is it okay for you to
come out so suddenly?
What about the hospital?
Yes, it's okay.
I lost the doll.
The doll is missing.
The day my mother left…
My doll.
Please find it for me.
Are you already here?
Oh dear.
I'm sorry I'm not Kang Hee.
No, come in.
Why are you flustered?
No, I'm not.
Take a seat.
Oh dear.
You were quite hurt because
I was opposed it, weren't you?
Yes.
A little bit.
Actually…
I opposed the two of you
as Cheon Yeon Soo's father.
You've been through a lot, haven't you?
You should be happy.
You ought to live your life.
As for me,
I'm happy as long as
Kang Hee is by my side.
Kang Hee is my life, after all.
Now, I'll
talk to you as Kang Hee's father.
If it were up to me,
I'd ask you over and over
to take good care of Kang Hee.
Do you know how happy I was
when you said you would go meet Kang Hee
instead of me last Christmas?
- Really?
- No, I'm lying.
Jeez.
Have I placed too much of a burden on you?
No, not at all. Never.
It seems like Kang Hee's
memory was coming back.
Yes.
She even vaguely remembers fainting
and losing consciousness as a child.
Thank you
for being by her side.
I'll get going now.
Alright.
- Take a rest.
- Yes.
Why is this rascal here, not
even recognizing his master?
Why are you hitting him? I'm the owner.
Is it your son, or your daughter?
Kang Hee.
Isn't she at home?
[Deceased Mia Kim Tyler]
Oh? Mom, you're awake.
Kang Hee, bring your clothes too.
Okay.
Mom.
Here it is.
Mom, where are we going?
California.
This is California too, isn't it?
Not here, but where I grew up.
Is it far from here?
It is far.
How far is it?
You'll find out when you get there.
Let's go in.
I love you, Kang Hee.
Mom.
- Kang Hee.
- Kang Hee.
- Ji Kang Hee.
- Ji Kang Hee.
Where did she go?
- Kang Hee.
- Kang Hee.
- Kang Hee.
- Kang Hee.
- Kang Hee.
- Ji Kang Hee.
Kang Hee.
Ji Kang Hee.
Ji Kang Hee.
Kang Hee.
She's here. I found Kang Hee.
Come quickly.
Open your eyes.
Try opening your eyes.
Come quickly.
Kang Hee, open your eyes.
Please, try opening your eyes.
Mom.
Mom, I'm sorry.
Kang Hee.
Why are you here now? It's cold,
and you didn't answer your phone.
Why did you come without saying anything?
I came out to pick you up.
I was worried, wondering if our paths
had crossed or if something had happened.
You just go first.
What about you?
Aren't you going?
Should I sleep over then go?
Let's break up.
Let's break up now.
Are you not feeling well?
Just go.
Kang Hee.
Ji Kang Hee.
Look at me.
I don't know what's going on
but if you need some time alone, I'll wait.
When you want to talk about it later,
tell me then.
Don't struggle too long, Kang Hee.
You understand, right?
- Everything's been taken care of.
- Yes.
Are you ready to be
the ferry for the elderly
who cannot cross the river?
The ferry is ready.
- Is everything ready?
- Yes.
Well, then…
Let's become a walking cane
for elders who can't walk.
Oh my, you look so pretty.
Did you put on makeup?
Why would I wear makeup
when I'm not even dead?
No, I mean you look so lovely.
He said you look so pretty.
Are you telling me to die peacefully
and be cremated nicely?
How can you say that?
Take a picture of me too.
- A funeral portrait?
- Yes.
It would be better to
prepare it well in advance.
Why would you already
prepare a funeral portrait?
No, it's a photo for Kang Hee
to cherish for a long time,
so I have to take one while
I'm at my best like this.
Today is the most splendid and
wonderful day for me, isn't it?
You should take a really cool
shot of me at this moment.
Come on.
Alright.
What are you waiting for?
Quick, take a picture!
One, two, three, Motel California!
Yay, go for it!
What?
Does the photo look
bad? Is something on me?
No.
You look your best today.
- I'll take it.
- Give it a shot, then.
One, two, three, ready.
One, two, three.
Perhaps ♪
Perhaps I ♪
Won't be going to heaven ♪
Because my fear of
heights is too severe ♪
Perhaps I, perhaps I ♪
Won't be going to heaven ♪
Because my pocket of greed is too heavy ♪
All night outside the window ♪
The sound of the heavy rain ♪
Daughter, this is a song I've been
practicing lately, listen.
Sipping one cup ♪
Then two cups of makgeolli ♪
I finally fell asleep when morning came ♪
How is it?
Daughter.
Sorry.
What for?
Why are you sorry?
I…
I'm sorry for everything.
Mr. Chun Pil,
do you know what I can never forgive you?
Why was I born?
Both you and Mom
didn't want me, right?
That's really harsh.
Where in the world is there
such a stupid question?
Jeez.
I… hey, you…
It was back when indie bands were really
popular in front of Hongdae, that time.
Huh?
I gave up all those bands I liked
and came down to my hometown.
To go all in for you and Mom.
Wasn't it because you gave up
studying for the civil service exam?
No, that's what people think.
That kind of thing was not for me.
Then you should have gone all in for Mom.
So in my life, that was the biggest…
The biggest mistake.
Taking Mom away from you, that was all…
So I'm really sorry about that.
I totally hate it.
This soft and mushy atmosphere.
It feels like I need to forgive
something, make amends,
and confess all my sins,
this kind of atmosphere…
Don't force it.
I love this kind of atmosphere.
You are very spirited.
Until I accept the apology,
until I apologize,
live long and healthily.
I like it because you are always
the same, my daughter.
Su Ji.
Su Ji.
Su Ji.
I'm here.
Oh.
Where have you been?
I was here in this flower garden.
Now, Su Ji, you can't
be in the flower garden.
Oh, why not?
That's because I can't find you, Su Ji.
Can you really not tell the difference
between me and a flower?
Oh, just a moment.
Hello, it's Kang Hee.
Gosh, you startled me.
Who was that on the
phone that surprised you?
There's someone
I said something I shouldn't have to.
I should say sorry when we meet.
I can't do that.
Why are you doing this?
I'm sorry, ma'am.
Is this…
Why are you doing this to me?
I'm sorry for making you
uncomfortable all this time.
I sincerely apologize to you.
Apologize?
What on earth are you up to?
I just want to leave.
I'll get going.
The jujube tea here is tasty.
Please have some before you go.
Why is she acting like that?
You are here?
I have something to say.
Me too.
I also have something to say.
Shall we go down?
Yes.
Yeon Soo, we…
No.
I think I know what you're
going to say, Kang Hee.
Don't say that.
Cheon Yeon Soo.
You have to listen to me.
From now on, the words I say…
I'll start first.
I'll start speaking first.
Honestly,
I had a lot on my mind after leaving
you alone in Seoul that day
when you were struggling.
I was thinking, 'What if you
say let's break up again, '
'What if I'm told to wait more.'
So I wondered if I should prepare myself.
But you know what?
I had already put down roots in you.
If you hadn't been in my life, it would
have been as if I didn't exist either.
My first goal in life was
to become number one to you, Ji Kang Hee.
And my first frustration was
not being able to follow you to Seoul.
You were also the first woman
who made me into a man,
and you were the first person
I wanted to make happy.
So what I'm saying is…
You're not just my first love to me,
but you're my everything,
my beginning and end.
I'm sorry for being too late.
I love you.
I love you, Kang Hee.
You don't know
when to use the words 'I love you', do you?
After saying, 'I love you.'
My mom told me she loved me,
then took all my clothes out
and was planning to run away.
Together with your dad.
So, do you know what I did?
I stuffed a teddy bear
inside the car's exhaust pipe.
What are you talking about?
The car accident that day…
I caused it.
I killed my mom,
and your dad.
I'm the one who took your dad from you
and took his wife from Mr. Chun Pil.
I am a murderer.
The words 'I love you'
are what people say when they are leaving.
Yeon Soo.
So what I'm trying to say is…
Don't say it.
Please, don't say it.
I love you.
I love you, Yeon Soo.
[Motel California]